Head of Programme Implementation

at Save the Children International
Location Zalingi, Sudan
Date Posted July 22, 2020
Category Administration
Job Type Full-time
Currency SDG

Description

Save the Children is the world's leading independent organisation for children. We work in 120 countries. We save children's lives; we fight for their rights; we help them fulfil their potential. We work together, with our partners, to inspire breakthroughs in the way the world treats children and to achieve immediate and lasting change in their lives. We have over two million supporters worldwide and raised 1.9 billion dollars last year to reach more children than ever before, through programmes in health, nutrition, education, protection and child rights, also in times of humanitarian crises. Following a major transition, our international programmes are now delivered through a merged operation with 15,000 staff, managed through seven regional hubs and reporting to a relatively small, central office.

 

ROLE PURPOSE:

Provide strategic community leaderships and management support through coordination, integration and overseeing implementation of efficient and effective area office project/program. Link to build and strengthen relationships in the field with community, local leaders, government, NGOs, UN agencies and other partners.

 Duties and responsibilities:

Role Dimensions:

Save the Children International in Sudan is working across Sudan e.g. Khartoum, South, West and North Kordofan, North, West & Central Darfur States, and the Red Sea State in Sudan. Our thematic coverage includes child rights governance, child protection, education, health, nutrition, WASH, livelihoods, and humanitarian emergencies. We maintain diversified sources of funding including SIDA, OFDA, ECHO , GSK, WFP , UNICEF , UNHCR , etc.

This is a challenging role in a complex environment. It requires a dedicated, experienced and highly motivated individual who can manage the difficulties of living and working in such an environment and still be fundamental in helping to drive forward our programmes and our ambitions

 

 

COMPETENCIES FOR THIS ROLE:

  • Delivering Results

Takes personal responsibility and holds others accountable for delivering our ambitious goals for children, continually improving own performance or that of the team/ organisation.

  • Applying Technical and Professional Expertise

Applies the required technical and professional expertise to the highest standards; promotes and shares best practice within and outside the organisation.

  • Working Effectively with Others:

Works collaboratively to achieve shared goals and thrives on diversity of people and perspectives. Knows when to lead, when to follow, and how to ensure effective cross-boundary working.

  • Communicating with Impact
    Communicates clearly and confidently with others to engage and influence, promotes dialogue and ensures timely and appropriate messages, building confidence and trust.

 

 Minimum Qualification, Skills and Experience Required:
  • A Master degree in Social Science and/or equevelant – with extensive experience in management.
  • At least 5 years of progressively working on programs with INGOs.
  • Strong inter-organisational skill such as networking, negotiation and communication.
  • Willing and able to travel time to field offices to support field teams, as security permits
  • Strong computer skills to produce advocacy documents and document and communicate good practices.
  • High level of fluency in English and Arabic , both verbal and written, required.
  • Willingness to learn and share information
  • Ability to work under pressure and in a team.
  • Good computer skills in MS packages (Computer Applications; word, excel, PowerPoint, etc.)

Applying Instructions

Application, full CV, copy of qualifications and experience certificates should be sent directly to www.sudanjob.net Only short listed candidates will be contacted for written test and interviews. All inquiries should be addressed directly Save the Children international - Sudan. Closing date will be on day: 26/July/2020. Any application after this date will not be considred.

 

Disclaimer:

Save the Children International does not charge any kind of fee at whichever stage of the recruitment process and does not act through recruitment agents. SCI will be undertaking child-safeguarding checks for all candidates. Selected candidate will asked to provide police checking prior to signing contract.

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