SOS Children's Villages International Careers in South Sudan

SOS Children's Villages International National Director Careers in South Sudan

National Director, South Sudan

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SOS Children’s Villages South Sudan is a child focussed organization and an affiliate of the SOS Children Villages International.

It is non-governmental, non-political, non-denominational, and non-racial. Its overall mission is to build families for children in need, help them shape their own futures and share in the development of their communities.

To realise the mission of the organisation, SOS CV South Sudan is recruiting a National Director who will lead the organisation.

National Director (Job Ref: SOS/ND/17/3)

Purpose of the Position

The National Director will, with the support of the Board, provide strategic direction and leadership to the organization; and be responsible for expanding its impact, effectiveness and capacity. The incumbent will cultivate good working relationships with partners, donors, government, stakeholders and beneficiaries.

Key Functions

Deliver effective programmes and services to children, youth, families and communities within the framework of the organization’s Vision, Mission & Values.

Lead implementation of organizational strategic plan to ensure sustainable programmes that are operationally effective and guarantee quality child-care according to defined standards.

Ensure accountability and compliance to organization policies, standards and procedures and act on agreements as guided by the regional office to ensure international strategies are implemented.

Develop projections and annual budgets for effective and sustainable management of the organization’s financial and other resources.

Take a lead role in fundraising and pursue government support and private sources to maximize the resource mobilisation potential in the country and beyond.

Develop, train and retain the highly skilled teams to ensure the organization has the necessary competencies to fulfill its long-term goals and objectives.

Lead and supervise the national and

location management team.

Represent the organization both nationally and internationally.

Key Qualifications

A Bachelor’s degree in Business, Law, Public Policy and Social Sciences, A Master’s degree is an added advantage.

At least 10 years’ experience in developmental work at senior management and leadership positions. Senior Management experience in a corporate environment is an added advantage.

A good understanding of child rights and child development issues.

Experience in developing, nurturing and implementing development programmes and fundraising by establishing long-term partnerships with stakeholders who include government, bilateral donors and private sector.

Strong influential and executive leadership style, an articulate and confident manager able to spur confidence in the organisation, working closely with the Board for governance and management

A successful track record working with and building high-performance teams in a multi-cultural setting.

Must have strong managerial experience and leadership abilities to handle significant number of staff and program participants.

Must be well networked with government and other likeminded organizations in South Sudan and beyond.

How to apply:

If you believe you are the right candidate for any of the above position, please send your application letter, detailed curriculum vitae (CV), and photocopies of academic certificates, and names and contact details of three referees as Single Document.

Applications that are late, do not have CV or certificates attached, or are from non-South Sudanese nationals will be disqualified.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. E-mail applications should bear the reference number of the position in the subject line of the email

Email to: Applications including at least three traceable referees should be sent electronically to: Regional Human Resources Advisor at the email address: Luckford.Gwangwadza@sos-kd.org

All applications should be submitted not later than 31 March 2017