Terre des hommes Kenya Vacancies

Terre des hommes Country Representative Kenya Vacancies

Country Representative - Kenya

We are looking for our delegation in Kenya for a Country Representative Kenya

Position Start Date: end of August 2017

Length: 1 year renewable

Location: Nairobi

Terre des hommes does not set closing dates for this position; recruitment is on-going until the position is filled.

Contractual conditions:

Swiss salaried contract 3’800 CHF (~3’300 €) < > 5’200 CHF (~4’500 €) net /month according to experience x 13, Holidays: 25 days per year. Local accommodation and transportation, Health insurance, accident and medical repatriation insurance, return flight.

Duration: 1 year renewable

Context:

Tdh has been working in Kenya since 2011, initially in drought response and covering child protection in one of the refugee camps in Dadaab. Following its registration in Kenya, programs have expanded to cover an increase in child protection work in Dadaab, child protection in Garissa town, a county wide nutrition project in Garissa county and child protection programming in one of the slums outside of Nairobi.

Tdh Kenya is also currently responding to the effects of drought in Garissa county. Tdh seeks a dynamic individual with international experience in order to continue the strategic and tactical positioning of Tdh Kenya in the country in close collaboration with stakeholder ministries, donors, other INGOs and advocacy partners.

Main responsibilities:

As a representative of the Foundation, the Country Representative leads, coordinates and manages all the activities linked to the Terre des hommes projects in his/her country of assignment: Network work, planning, checking and evaluation of the projects, fund-raising, human resources, finances and administration. The Country Representative supports the local Terre des hommes partners, and, in collaboration with the different parties, ensures the Foundation's intervention strategy is implemented and developed.

Function details :

Directs the creation of the intervention tactics and strategy for the country and its implementation, in collaboration with the headquarters;

Controls the application and supervision of signed agreements between Tdh and its partners and local/national authorities;

Supervises the correct implementation of projects and develops advocacy strategies;

Ensures the coaching of any collaborator under their responsibility, from the recruiting to the final collaboration reports. Uses the good practices so that their management respects the values of Tdh. Applies and ensures the implementation of staff management policies within the delegation;

Supervises the

correct financial management of the delegation and the funds provided for it;

In coordination with the headquarters, directs the fundraising and the negotiations with funding partners present in the area of intervention;

Fosters the correct communication and visibility of the projects and the foundation

Is responsible for the implementation of policies on security, child protection and fraud prevention:

Ensures the good reputation of the foundation in the country;

Develops synergies with the rest of national and international actors and stakeholders present in the area;

Ensures the correct flow of operational information within the delegation and with the headquarters (especially for institutional reporting).

Profile :

Education: University degree in relevant field

Language: Excellent oral and writing skills in English C2, Fluency in written and spoken French is essential

Experiences and aptitudes:

At least 5 years previous experience of seniority in an NGO at a management position in the field (international)

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

Ability to work well and punctually under pressure

A commitment to excellence; attention to detail

Child Safeguarding Policy:

To commit to respect Tdh Risk Management Policies including: Child Safeguarding Policy, Safety and Security Policy and Anti-Fraud/Corruption Policy, Whistle Blowing Policy

To commit to ensure the best implementation possible of the Tdh Risk Management Policies in Kenya

To commit to inform supervisors and to deal with any cases, allegations, or possibility of transgression, even potential, of the Tdh Risk Management Policies

How to apply:
Please postulate on our website: www.tdh.ch/en/jobs We will only consider complete online applications corresponding to the required profile. Your application must include a complete CV and a covering letter. If you are not shortlisted, your file will be destroyed by us, according to the rules on data protection.

If you face difficulties in applying online, please contact our HR department: rh@tdh.ch

Terre des hommes provides equal working conditions for men and women. Furthermore, for candidates with equivalent qualifications and for positions with responsibilities, applications from women are strongly encouraged.

The recruitment and selection procedures of Terre des hommes reflect our commitment for child security and protection.