Terre des hommes Foundation Child Relief Country Representative Jobs in SouthSudan

Juba became the world newest national capital on the 9th July 2011, when South Sudan formally declared its independence from the Republic of Sudan.


In December 2013, a conflict broke out between the President (Salva Kiir) and former Vice President (Riek Machar).

Numerous ceasefires were mediated between the SPLA (Sudan’s People Liberation Army) and SPLA- IO (in opposition) but were subsequently broken.

In August 2015 an Agreement of the Resolution of the Conflict in South Sudan was signed between the parties in conflict, nevertheless the violence never stopped in the country and the metaphorical road toward real peace still looks very difficult.

Terre des hommes has been active in South Sudan since 2013.

Main responsibilities:

  • As representative of the organization, the Country representative coordinates and manages all activities linked to Terre des hommes projects in the posting country: project cycle management, networking, local fund raising, staff management, safety and security, finance and administration.
  • He/she supports Terre des hommes local partners.
  • He/she manages and develops the organization’s intervention strategy jointly with the desk HQ

    Experiences and aptitudes:

  • At least 5 years previous experience of seniority in an NGO at a management position in the field (expatriation)
  • Successful track record of developing humanitarian strategies and securing high levels of funding from institutional donors (OFDA; BPRM; DFID; ECHO; UN; etc.)
  • Extensive project management experience (management; planning; staff development and training skills) in emergency · Management experience and strong team leadership qualities
  • Excellent knowledge of project cycle management (PCM) and strong command of PCM tools
  • Ability to work well and punctually under pressure
  • A commitment to excellence; attention to detail

    How to apply

  • Interested candidates should apply online by 4th August, 2018

  • For more information and job application details, see; Terre des hommes Foundation Child Relief Country Representative Jobs in SouthSudan

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