Save the Children:
• reaches 50 million children every year
• raises $1.4 billion for children every year
• has 30 national organizations in North and South America, Europe, Africa and Asia
• works in more than 90 countries and has over 15,000 employees
The role
As a member of the West & Central Africa Senior Leadership team, you will have shared accountability for Save the Children’s international development and emergency programming in the region of approximately $70 million each year through an organisation of over 1,000 people. To achieve our ambitious goals and breakthroughs for children, the leadership team will, in collaboration with Save the Children Members and in conjunction with the other regional organisations, aim to drive growth to $2 billion by 2015.
The Country Director will lead the transformation of the country to a new operating model, whilst also delivering Save the Children’s strategy within the country through:
• Delivering quality programmes, including advocacy, for children; and
• Serving Members and their donors
Qualifications and experience
• Experience of building, leading and developing a team of senior staff with different backgrounds and expertise
• Experience of managing a crisis situation requiring quick changes to priorities and rapid action to respond
• Experience of leading change in an organisation which has led to considerable results for the organisation and its stakeholders
• Experience of building personal networks at a senior level, resulting in securing new opportunities for the organisation
• Experience of solving complex issues through analysis, definition of a clear way forward and ensuring buy-in
• Good understanding of programme, financial and operational management processes
• Good understanding of key trends in international and humanitarian development
• A fluency and speaking and writing in both French and English is required for this role
• Commitment to the Save the Children values
We need to keep children safe so our selection process reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse.
For further information and how to apply: For further detail around the country complexity and to apply please visit our website www.savethechildren.net/jobs. When applying please provide an up to date and accompanying cover letter and CV.
Please note that applications for this position close on 4th April 2012
How to apply
Application Email: centre.58816.4358@savethechildrenint.aplitrak.com