RESPONSIBLE TO: Director of International Programs
STATUS: Full Time
SUPERVISORY CAPACITY: Expatriate and national staff
DEPARTMENT/COUNTRY PROGRAM DESCRIPTION/MISSION
The overall objective of the ARC Liberia program is to assist those who had been displaced by the Liberian civil war. In 2003, ARC began providing services to people living in camps at Brown’s Town and Unification Town and continues serving those locations today. ARC is helping people make a successful transition back to their homes and is assisting in rebuilding peaceful communities.
PRIMARY PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
Responsible for overall management of ARC programs in Liberia and for coordination with other ARC programs in the region. This position is based in Monrovia and will end in MONTH/YEAR pending additional funding.
MAJOR AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY
PRIMARY DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
Program Development 25%
Assess current and potential needs of vulnerable populations in the program areas of income generation, gender-based violence, primary health care and other sectors as appropriate. Design new community-based initiatives that respond to the evolving needs of the beneficiary population. Identify new programs in the area and region and prepare assessment missions and reports and develop new projects as need and resources dictate. Develop new proposals and seek funding support from relevant donors and follow-up on proposals as required. Direct fundraising activities under supervision of ARC/HQ. Represent ARC with donors, the host government, international and national organizations. Liaise and promote cooperation with other agencies and governmental entities. Participate in inter-agency and governmental meetings as required.
Program Management 20%
Oversee all aspects of the programs, which includes leading an effective and efficient program team which addresses the needs of target beneficiary populations including women and entrepreneurs. Make program modifications and/or additions as appropriate. Ensure proper monitoring and evaluation of program activities. Training and building the capacity of Liberian program managers is essential to success of this objective. Coordinate all aspects of programming with other ARC programs and initiatives as appropriate.
Personnel Management 20%
Select, orient and supervise Expatriate and local staff. This includes being fully-staffed; ensure staff are properly trained on duties and expectations are clear; personnel files are current; policies are current and implemented for expat and local staff; review, approve and submit all staff timesheets prior to monthly payroll; conduct performance assessments and provide coaching and feedback timely and appropriately.
Financial 20%
Responsible for the full accountability of all financial expenditures including accounts payable, petty cash, wire transfers, etc. Ensure all fiscal controls and funder-required policy controls are carried out. Prepare and forecast budgets and funding needs for upcoming year. Oversee cash management and recordkeeping in accordance with donor and HQ regulations. Ensure financial reports are submitted in a timely manner. Prepare and submit activity reports to donors as well as monthly updates to headquarters.
Administration 15%
Liaison with headquarters and ensure headquarters policies and plans are carried out. Maintain frequent communications with headquarters. Monitor the security situation and dictate security protocols and procedures. Communicate and oversee the establishment and implementation of program objectives, activities, evaluations, and assessments. Ensure proper maintenance of procurement and inventory systems consistent with donor and ARC policies and guidelines. Monitor and ensure that all administrative procedures are observed.
EDUCATION, TECHNICAL SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED
• Minimum five years overseas experience in high-level management for an NGO; on-the-ground experience with programs.
• Familiarity with private, US government, UN and multi-lateral funders.
• Experience with financial management of NGO’s.
• Demonstrated initiative in donor proposal development, implementation, project monitoring and evaluation and good negotiating skills.
• Undergraduate degree required.
KEY BEHAVIORS & ABILITIES
• Experience in managing multi-cultural and multi-level (numerous offices) programs.
• Knowledge of the regional political and social conditions.
• Strong participatory leadership and interpersonal skills. Ability to motivate staff and provide strong leadership for a diverse team in a politically sensitive environment.
• Strong oral and written communications skills; strong computer skills.
• Excellent organizational, administrative and management skills. Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• English fluency required.
Application Notes:
If you have a non-US or Canadian address and you do not have a State and/or Zip Code in your address, please fill in N/A (Not Applicable) for the State/Province, and 00000 for the Zip Code.
How to apply
To Apply, visit our Careers page at http://www.arcrelief.org.
