JOB
OPPORTUNITY
COUNTRY
DIRECTOR
VSF
Germany, Ngong Road, Piedmont Plaza, PO Box 25653, 00603 Nairobi, Kenya
Email:
admin_hr@vsfg.org, somalia@vsfg.org
VSF Germany is an international Non
Governmental Organization, providing humanitarian aid and development assistance
to pastoralists and vulnerable communities in areas where livestock is of
importance. In the region, VSF Germany
implements activities in southern Sudan, Sudan, Kenya, Somalia and Ethiopia.
With support in animal health, agriculture,
marketing, food safety but also with developing the capacity of communities and
governmental institutions or initiating peace and conflict resolution we work
towards food security and strengthened livelihoods of pastoralist communities.
The Country Director is a senior manager position,
mainly supporting the execution of VSF Germany strategic objectives and working
in respective country as the contact of the organization.
We are looking for a qualified, competent
person, to take up the position of Country Director for Somalia. The incumbent
will be based in Garowe, Puntland with frequent travels to Somaliland and other
project areas.
Key responsibilities
I.
Overall responsibilities:
The country representative Somalia will
implement VSF Germany’s organization strategic plan and thematic perspectives
by providing leadership, direction, advice and lend supports to VSF Germany in
Somalia in contributing in the implementation of the respective country
projects/programmes, without assuming the project manager role/function
Working closely with the organization &
senior management team, s/he will develop the organization’s growth in the
respective country and support actions towards achieving set objectives. S/he
will oversee all project implementations.
II.
Leadership & Organization Development
Steer the development & review of the
strategic plan for VSF G, in the country, approved by the Managing Director.
Coordinate and ensure cordial relationship
are fostered with partners, donors, international organization, line ministries
and local authorities
Ensure that VSF Germany complies with the
country laws and regulations.
Identify and source for funding opportunities
where appropriate and in line with VSF Gs humanitarian and development plan and
exchange such information with the Managing Director or Head of Programs.
III.Representation
Represent VSF Germany in the country of
authority.
Attend non project related meetings and
networking forums on behalf of the organization.
Build communication between the regional
office and country office, to promote greater learning and
enhance understanding of challenges and
impacts.IV. Operations
Be responsible and manage operations of the
country office.
Ensure that VSF G security policy and
procedures are in place and staff adhere accordingly.
Act as the country security focal point, and
install all security focal points within the country.
Ensure participation in the NGOs / UN /
Government security meeting and provide a feedback to all
Security Focal Points (SFP) in the country
and to the regional office.
Responsible for the facilitation of security
training for staff; together with SFP - RON
Ensure that all VSFG’s policies and
procedures are in place and are adhered to.
The Country representative has overall
disciplinary responsibility over all country staff in accordance with
country laws and VSFG regulations.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in social sciences or
arts/humanities with a rich working experience in the same field or a Masters
degree in development studies or related field.
At least 10 years minimum working experience
in the social development field.
About 5 years proven track record in leading
and managing institutions and development programs as well as either being part
of social movements or an active member of civil society
At least 5 years experience in a senior
management position in the development sector particularly in designing, setting up and coordinating
monitoring, evaluation and impact assessment systems and processes as well as pro-poor strategies In-depth
understanding of programming issues and policy work at state, national and
international levels
Previous practical experience in financial
Management of donor funded projects.
Past working knowledge and experience with
main donor funded projects like EC, ECHO, and USAID/OFDA, UNOCHA.
Sound and up to date knowledge of
development concepts, methodologies and techniques including demonstrated
expertise in at least one specialist development field
Excellent management & leadership skills
Excellent skills in facilitation and
capacity building for inter-linkages between staff, donors, partners & stakeholders
Excellent conceptual, analytical,
documentation and presentation skills Demonstrable knowledge in computer use.
Excellent verbal and written communication
skills, including report writing.
Past experience of work in Somalia shall be
an added experience.
Interested and qualified candidates should
submit an application letter and CV to: postal address or via email address
above indicating the current and expected salary. Also include 3 professional
referees. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interviews. Due to the urgency of the position, assessment of the applicants shall
be on going. This advert shall be open until we find a suitable candidate.
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