Use your knowledge of political dynamics and leadership skills to be part of a leading organization dedicated to improving the lives of children living in poverty.
World Vision (WV) is a global network of people committed to enhance the well-being of children
everywhere by empowering families and communities to overcome the challenges of poverty and injustice.
The Chief of Party (COP) – Burundi will have overall responsibility for the management of all programme activities and staff. You will have principal responsibility for representation for the programme to the Netherlands Government (NLDG). As the COP, you will also serve as representative of the project and be responsible for the activities and all long-term and short-term personnel under this grant. With a keen understanding of the unique political dynamics, you will work carefully and collaboratively to support the various political entities in Burundi and Rwanda. Additionally, you should embrace the shared NLDG vision for the programme and effectively manage available financial and human resources to make that vision a reality.
With a proven track record in a fast paced, complex and ideally global organisation, you will have a desire, motivated by your Christian faith, to help others and model ethics in line with the Christian foundations and ethos of the organisation.
RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:
• Direct and oversee World Vision’s work in an assigned programme, ensuring that all programme goals are met through proper design, staffing, and implementation.
• Research new funding opportunities and develop and write funding proposals for assigned programme.
• Organize and direct the work of local staff and short-term advisors. Provide supervision, training and performance appraisals.
• Establish and maintain effective project reporting, evaluation, and communication systems. Submit timely accurate and professional program reports that meet donor requirements to appropriate WV Partnership staff.
SKILLS REQUIRED INCLUDE:
• A Master’s degree in Peace Building, Economic Development, Rural Development or equivalent
• A minimum of 5 years extensive international development experience managing large programs focused on economic development is a must, especially in leading and managing large programs in a complex post-conflict environment
• Familiarity with NLDG programmes, their history and their development; mastery of NLDG and EU regulations governing such programmes
• Fluency in English and French both oral and written
Will you use your experience in economic development to further “life in all its fullness” for children?
For specific details regarding the position, please refer to the full description and apply online by the closing date 16 Apr 2012. For more information on World Vision International, please visit our website: www.wvi.org. World Vision is an equal opportunity employer.
Application Deadline: 16 April 2012
