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 1.6
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 c14, 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: Open Ended
The role:
As a member of the West and 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 $76
million each year through an organisation of nearly 1500 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
Required 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
- 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.
Please apply in English using your CV and covering letter as
a single document, including your salary expectations for this role.
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Location: Kinshasa, Congo (Kinshasa)
Permanent - Full-Time
Closing date: Tuesday 10 December 2013
All jobs close at midnight UK time on the date specified
