Relief International Country Director Jobs in South Sudan
Relief International Country Director Jobs in South Sudan
About RI: Relief International specializes in relief and development programs that benefit people in acute distress. A registered non-profit in the US, UK, France and Belgium, our work targets those fragile countries or communities that suffer from recurrent man-made or natural crises that impede human development.
Position Summary:
The Country Director will ensure strong leadership of all members of the RI-South Sudan Senior Management Team that builds team spirit, cohesion, motivation, commitment, quality performance and fulfillment of all agency functions. He/she is directly responsible for the overall strategic planning, program design and implementation, program support operations (security, HR, procurement, logistics), country-level external relations and coordination, finance and budget compliance, administration, monitoring and evaluation, staff supervision, and required reporting on grants.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Program Planning, Development, and Resource Acquisition
Lead the process of developing medium and long-range country strategic plans maintaining program focus in areas congruent with RI's program objectives and core sectors
Pro-actively ensure effective ongoing direct communications and networking with donors that produces actionable and timely business intelligence.
As needed personally draft entire, or substantial parts of funding proposals and budgets
Track funding and program trends to understand specific donor priorities and resources.
Cultivate relationships with new donors.
Identify, and where appropriate, initiate and maintain program partnerships with external agencies.
Supervise and plan assessments, field research, and data collection in support of program design.
Program Management
Supervise and ensure quality project implementation through interactive management of project/program managers, including ensuring appropriate allocation of resources and that controls are maintained at all levels.
Fully responsible for actively monitoring of projects to ensure they are on track with deliverables and quantitative targets, on time, and on budget without overspending or underspending and that they fully meet goals as committed in project documents.
Ensure that operations in support of projects, in particular procurement and logistics, are efficiently and effectively carried out.
Ensure that team members effectively and efficiently contribute to the necessary work to ensure quality implementation of their programs. Provide feedback to staff to ensure optimal performance.
Provide program guidance and technical input and advice as needed to maintain strategic vision.
Conduct ongoing sub-office and field visits to enable direct staff support and observation of activities
Personnel Management and Development
Responsible for ultimate leadership and management of national and expatriate staff in country.
Assess staffing requirements for programs and country office and supervise recruitment in coordination with country HR manager, and as needed, in consultation with the RD.
Assess staff training and capacity building needs and ensure training opportunities are provided.
Act as a Point of Contact for Safeguarding (Child Protection, Sexual Exploitation and Abuse and Harassment, and Code of Conduct policies), and train staff and beneficiaries on reporting misconduct mechanisms.
Ensure staff are working effectively as a team to meet Country Strategic objectives, and individual performance and satisfaction are maximized through efficient support structures and procedures within the legal framework of the country and within RI policies and guidelines
Safety and Security
Overall responsibility for the safety and security of all RI country staff, volunteers and visitors
Overall responsibility for all RI assets in country.
Ensure the appointment of an appropriately qualified staff member as Country Security Focal Point while still maintaining overall responsibility and working closely with the Focal Point.
In coordination with the global and regional security staff, ensure the development and/or bi- annual update of a
RI country security plan.
Ensure all relevant SOPs’ are in place and updated/revised as per programmatic requirements.
Ensure orientation of staff, visitors and volunteers on specific country safety and security issues.
Represent RI in coordination of all security matters with other NGOs, the United Nations, other stakeholders, and local authorities.
Lead appropriate actions in security high risk situations, including but not limited to the activation of emergency evacuation plans.
Compliance
Oversee program operations and reporting, ensuring compliance with RI policies and procedures, donor regulations and local laws.
Ensure that programs have appropriate legal representation and GSO is informed of all legal cases
Oversee all internal and external audits.
Oversee the preparation of annual work plans and budgets.
Report regularly to RD, providing timely updates of all situations and project developments
Create and maintain an environment that prevents sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA) of beneficiaries, by clearly defining the standards of behavior that are expected of RI staff, as described in the organizations Code of Conduct; Ensure that mechanisms supporting these standards and principles are promoted, disseminated, and integrated into personnel requirements.
Ensure the existence and proper understanding of a complaint reporting system to address suspected abuses, and irregularities regarding staff, property or practices and participate in any investigations as directed by Global Support Office.
Ensure all donor/supporter contractual terms and conditions are fulfilled in line with RI’s project funding management guidance and procedures.
Minimum Qualifications & Requirements:
This position demands a dynamic individual with a demonstrated ability to achieve results in a demanding and fast paced environment.
Master’s degree in a relevant field or Bachelor’s degree with commensurate work experience;
Minimum of ten (10) years professional experience in lead management implementing emergency response programs in a conflict setting with at least 5 years of senior management experience
Master’s degree in a relevant field or Bachelor’s degree with commensurate work experience;
Specific knowledges and experience with RI implementation and the ability to demonstrate results consistent with RI organizational values and goals;
Ability and willingness to travel as needed;
Previous experience as a CD in South Sudan is a plus;
Solid background and knowledge of Rules and Regulations of USAID, ECHO, EC, DFID;
Demonstrated record in collaborating with local governments, rural communities, other NGOs U.N. Agencies and other international emergency response and development actors;
Excellent interpersonal, communication, public speaking, and strategic planning skills required;
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, tasks efficiently;
Excellent time management skills and resourcefulness with strong attention to detail;
Proven leadership skills and experience of managing multidisciplinary teams;
Practical experience of applying development issues at a project or community level coupled with impact assessment and evaluation of poverty reduction and social change.
Evidence of understanding the challenges of donor and grant/contract management and the implications for program management.
Proficient English language writing and verbal skills.
How to Apply
For more information and job application details, see; Relief International Country Director Jobs in South Sudan
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