Oversee all programme and support activities in-country,
leading a diverse team who are committed to serve the world’s most vulnerable
with practical and compassionate care. Represent Medair in all issues relating
to the country programme, playing a key role in donor relations and managing
the country strategy and the project implementation in conjunction with senior
field managers.
Project Overview
Medair is implementing a nutrition project funded by ECHO in
Abdi District, Ouaddai Region. This project will support the provision of
nutrition services in health facilities in Abdi district so that children with
acute malnutrition can receive life-saving treatment. Abdi district is in the
Sahel belt and the most recent SMART survey data shows Global Acute
Malnutrition (GAM) rates of around 17%. This is the first project to be
implemented by Medair in Chad (since the 1990s) and is the start-up project for
the programme.
Workplace
Based in N`Djamena. Project located in Abdi district. Take a
look at Medair’s work in Chad.
Starting Date
December 2013
Initial Contract Details
Full time, min. 2 years
Key Activity Areas
Leadership and Management
- Design, update and evaluate the country strategy, in conjunction with the relevant senior field managers and HQ staff. Take into account community needs, donor criteria and strategies and an exit strategy in order to facilitate the long-term planning and development of the projects in the country.
- Support and oversee the monitoring, evaluation and reporting on the implementation of the planned activities in accordance with the project proposals and logical frameworks and institutional donor policies and guidelines.
- Manage the overall programme and support functions, including reviewing and refining the management structures and overseeing the development and maintenance of operational procedures for individual projects and support functions.
Donor Relations Management
- Develop and maintain contact with the in-country representatives of relevant funding partners (e.g. institutional donors or private donor organisations) in order to secure funding for the country programme.
- Oversee the drafting and presentation of all proposals, operational and financial reports related to the country programme, in collaboration with the relevant senior field managers and HQ staff.
Communications
- Develop and maintain relationships with authorities, churches, donors, media, other NGOs and embassies in order to raise public awareness and to identify funding opportunities and potential partnerships.
- Ensure that the HQ Communication and Fundraising Department receives appropriate material for communication and fundraising activities.
Financial Management
- Support the planning and construction of project budgets, in collaboration with relevant senior field managers and HQ staff.
- Manage the spending within the programme in-line with the approved budgets. Analyse projected cash flow, decide on the timing of major procurements, oversee audits and anticipate where over or under spending may occur and ensure necessary action is taken.
- Ensure sufficient and appropriate controls are in place to prevent fraud and that relevant staff receive the required information and training to minimise the risk of occurrence within the country programme.
Staff Management
- Oversee all HR related issues within the programme including job descriptions, recruitment, performance management, development and training, health and safety, team structures, capability disciplinary action, etc. in collaboration with the relevant staff and managers.
Security Management
- Oversee the updating and implementation of country location security plans, guidelines and manuals.
- Ensure appropriate security procedures and awareness are maintained throughout the programme.
Qualifications
- University degree in a relevant subject such as Management / Development Studies / Business Administration or in a relevant technical subject
- Post-graduate degree in the humanitarian sector desirable
Languages
- Strong working knowledgeof English (spoken and written)
- Working knowledge of French (spoken and written)
Experience / Competencies
- 5 years post-qualification experience in a management position
- Experience in the design, monitoring of implementation and evaluation of humanitarian / emergency programmes
- Experience in dealing with donors and government officials, of representation at national and local levels
- Knowledge of Humanitarian Essentials, Sphere and HAP Standards and other international humanitarian guidelines and protocols
- Good knowledge of UN and other humanitarian actors and of current humanitarian debates an asset
- Advanced leadership and project management skills; Networking and advocacy skills desirable
- Committed to consultative and servant leadership, to team-building and to be able to develop and support other team members; Team-player with good inter-personal skills; Conflict management skills desirable
- Capacity to work under pressure and manage personal stress levels; Creative, open-minded, flexible
Field Working Conditions
- This is a field-based position and working and living conditions may be very different to that previously experienced.
Medair
Medair brings life-saving relief and recovery in disasters,
conflict areas, and other crises by working alongside the most vulnerable. Its
Internationally Recruited (IRS) and HQ staff are inspired by their Christian
faith to care for people in need, providing practical and compassionate
support, regardless of race, religion, or politics. Medair has achieved the ISO
9001:2008 certification, worldwide. This certification signifies that Medair
effectively delivers goods and services with a focus on beneficiary needs.
Founded in 1989, Medair’s unwavering commitment continues to bring hope to the
world’s most vulnerable.
Medair Standard Working Requirements for the Field
- Experienced professionals in a relevant field; Overseas intercultural experience
- Committed Christians; commitment to the Medair values
- Strong working knowledge of English, spoken and written
- Working knowledge of French, spoken and written, for French-speaking field programmes
- Single or married (with no children under 18). If married, your spouse must also apply.
- Successful completion of Medair Relief & Recovery Orientation Course (ROC)
- Reflect the vision and values of Medair with team members, local staff, beneficiaries, external contacts
- Able to live and work in a multicultural team under difficult conditions
- Strong character traits, including emotional stability, adaptability, ability to handle stress, cultural and gender sensitivity, honesty, and physically fit
Benefits
- A salary based upon the grade of the position and the experience of the position-holder
- Full briefing at our Swiss headquarters, as well as an in-country briefing
- Security training for those going to particularly insecure environments
- Accommodation, food, and transportation in-country
- Return flights to and from the country programme (one return flight for every year of service)
- Rest and recuperation (R&R) leave (including travel, accommodation, and food)
- Annual leave; Disability Allowance; Re-entry allowance for those who commit to longer contracts
- Comprehensive medical and emergency rescue insurance, with up to 60 days post- assignment coverage, including debriefing
Application Process
Only English-language applications and CV’s will be
reviewed.
Medair does not set closing / deadline dates for
applications; recruitment is on-going until the position is filled.
