Director of
Education and Child Development – Malawi
Save the Children is
the world’s leading independent organisation for children. We work in 120
countries. We save children’s lives; we fight for their rights; we help them
fulfil their potential.
We work together,
with our partners, to inspire breakthroughs in the way the world treats
children and to achieve immediate and lasting change in their lives.
We have over two
million supporters worldwide and raised 1.9 billion dollars last year to reach
more children than ever before, through programmes in health, nutrition,
education, protection and child rights, also in times of humanitarian crises.
Following a major
transition, our international programmes are now delivered through a merged operation
with 15,000 staff, managed through seven regional hubs and reporting to a
relatively small, central office. We’re changing to become more efficient, more
aligned, a better partner, a stronger advocate, a magnet for world-class people
and relevant for the 21st century.
Role Purpose:
As a member of the
Senior Leadership Team, the Director of Education and Child Development shares
in the overall responsibility for the direction and coordination of the Country
Office. The Director of Education and Child Development in his/her capacity is
responsible for implementation of all Education & Child Development
programming in country, including any emergency response.
Contract Duration: 2
Years
Location: Lilongwe
with frequent travel (40%)
Qualifications and Experience
Recommended
a minimum of 8 years’ management experience in an NGO or a corporate
environment, including significant field operations experience running both
emergency and development programmes
Bachelor
degree in education, social development, Business Administration, Social
Sciences, or other related academic discipline required.
Masters
degree in education or development or other social sciences is preferred
Robust
experience of NGO development and emergency programme cycle management, and
with experience of working within a complex and matrix organisation structure
A
very good understanding and experience of programming in the education thematic
area
Significant
knowledge of international humanitarian systems, institutions and donors, and
of procedures, accountability frameworks and best practices in emergency
management
Substantial
experience and knowledge of effective financial and budgetary control and
securing and managing grants from major institutional donors
Solid
project management skills related to organisational development projects and
international, cross-functional teams with a proven history of delivering
results
Ability
to analyze information, evaluate options and to think and plan strategically
- An
in-depth understanding of national and international development issues in
particular in relation to children - Previous
experience of managing and developing a team and the ability to lead,
motivate and develop others - Excellent
interpersonal, communication and presentation skills - Fluency
in written and spoken English
Knowledge
and understanding of Malawi
Ability
and willingness to change work practices and hours, and work with incoming
teams in the event of major emergencies
Commitment
to and understanding of Save the Children’s aims, values and principles
including rights-based approaches
Please apply in
English saving your CV and covering letter as a single document, including your
salary expectations for this role. To see a full a job description, please
visit our website at www.savethechildren.net/jobs
We need to keep
children safe so our selection process reflects our commitment to the
protection of children from abuse. Employment is subject to our Child
protection standards including background checks and adherence to our Child
Safeguarding Policy
Save the Children is
an equal opportunity employer and seeks to employ and assign the best qualified
talent.
Disclaimer:
Save the Children
International does not charge any kind of fee at whichever stage of the
recruitment process and does not act through recruitment agents
Application Email:
Please apply with a covering letter and up-to-date CV to: ‘MKogi.56604.3830@savethechildrenint.aplitrak.com’