Closing
date: 29 Jun 2015
date: 29 Jun 2015
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.
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.
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, throug
have over two million supporters worldwide and raised 1.9 billion dollars last
year to reach more children than ever before, throug
h 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 c15,000 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.
a major transition, our international programmes are now delivered through a
merged operation with c15,000 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.
Contract
length: 24 months
length: 24 months
The
role As a member of the Save the Children country office Senior Leadership
Team, the Director of Program Operations shares in the overall responsibility
for the strategic direction and coordination of the Country Office. The
Director of Program Operations in his/her capacity is responsible for
implementation of Child Protection, Child Rights Governance, Health and
Nutrition programming plus any other thematic areas that may be initiated in
future in country. This role includes operational management of all sub
offices, emergency preparedness and response, logistics management, safety and
security and IT for the Country Office in Rwanda.
role As a member of the Save the Children country office Senior Leadership
Team, the Director of Program Operations shares in the overall responsibility
for the strategic direction and coordination of the Country Office. The
Director of Program Operations in his/her capacity is responsible for
implementation of Child Protection, Child Rights Governance, Health and
Nutrition programming plus any other thematic areas that may be initiated in
future in country. This role includes operational management of all sub
offices, emergency preparedness and response, logistics management, safety and
security and IT for the Country Office in Rwanda.
Qualifications
and experience
and experience
- Recommended
a minimum of 7 years senior management experience in a corporate or an NGO
environment, including significant field operations experience running
both emergency and development programs. Rwandan candidates with
significant international development experience are encouraged to apply. - Master’s
degree in development or other social sciences - Robust
experience of the NGO development and emergency program cycle management,
and with experience of working within a complex and matrix organisation
structure - A
very good understanding of at least 3 of the sectoral programs and a
working knowledge of the program priorities of the Country Office - Substantial
experience in logistics, including procurement, supply chain, fleet
management & inventory - Significant
knowledge of international humanitarian systems, institutions and donors,
and of procedures, accountability frameworks. - 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 plus fluency in
written and spoken English - 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 - Willingness
and ability to travel extensively in country
We
need to keep children safe so our selection process reflects our commitment to
the protection of children from abuse.
need to keep children safe so our selection process reflects our commitment to
the protection of children from abuse.
To
see a full a job description, please visit our website at www.savethechildren.net/jobs
see a full a job description, please visit our website at www.savethechildren.net/jobs
Please
apply in English using your CV and covering letter as a single document,
including your salary expectations for this role.
apply in English using your CV and covering letter as a single document,
including your salary expectations for this role.
Application
Email: Please apply with a covering letter and up-to-date CV to: ‘jkingara.43402.3830@savethechildrenint.aplitrak.com‘
Email: Please apply with a covering letter and up-to-date CV to: ‘jkingara.43402.3830@savethechildrenint.aplitrak.com‘