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Community Health Technical Advisor

Job description
Role Purpose:
The Community Strenghtening Technical Advisor takes overall responsibility of community health services in Afya Halisi project. Afya Halisi is a USAID funded five year project which aims to deliver quality, integrated services in the areas of family planning (FP), reproductive, maternal, newborn, child and adolescent health (RMNCAH), nutrition, and water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) in the focus counties of Kitui, Migori, Kakamega and Kisumu.The Community Strengthening TA will provide technical oversight to the community program with the aim of strengthening of the community platform for demand creation, health promotion and delivery of quality RMNCAH, Nutrition and WASH community services. With her/his duty station in Migori County, the community strengthening TA will provide technical support and leadership to service delivery teams in the 4 Afya Halisi counties and from time to time as may become necessary, provide technical support to MOH. In collaboration with project team and partners, the position will support the design and implementation of evidence based high impact interventions. He/she will be responsible for preparation of annual work plans, capacity building of project and MoH staff, quality implementation of interventions and effective coordination of the program with collaborating partners. He/she will work with other project staff and field teams to support area level advocacy for community health services.
Contract Duration: 1 Year QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Advanced university degree in the social/behavioural sciences, (Sociology, Anthropology, Psychology, Health Education) with emphasis on strategic communication planning for behaviour development, social mobilization, participatory communication, and research.
Minimum five years of relevant professional work experience in the development, planning and management of social development programmes with practical experience in the adaptation and application of communication planning processes to specific programmes.
Experience in community mobilisation and child participation within the development context. Experience working with the Kenya Community Health Strategy and KQMH is an added advantage
Demonstrable commitment to health and development and to the right of the poorest to quality health and health services, with strong experience of health programming and advocacy activities
Demonstrated experience of developing effective working relationships with senior stakeholders from government agencies, international organisations, donors, NGO, academics and opinion-leaders, including successful advocacy and influencing.
Demonstrated effectiveness in behaviour change communication.
Successful use of media and other communication strategies for social development.
Proven experience in advocacy.
Strong expertise and understanding of key issues in the field of health, such as health financing, health system strengthening, the right to health and health service delivery.
Excellent communication skills, including fluency in written and spoken English and strong inter-personal and advisory skills
Experience capacity building community health Assistants, Community health volunteers
Experience strengthening community based health information system (CBHIS)
Knowledge of the local county context strongly preferred.

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

October 23, 2024
Regional Program Quality Specialist

Role Purpose:
As a member of the East Southern Africa Program team, the Program Quality Coordinator will support Country Offices to monitor, report on and engage in improvements to program quality. The role will support alignment and tracking of strong country strategic plans with annual plans and reports that demonstrate progress in achieving our Breakthroughs in survival, learning and protection.
The position holder contributes to the following components of program quality as supported by the regional office:

Ensuring development and monitoring of clear country strategic plans, country annual plans and country annual reports;
Supporting capacity of country offices to use Save the Children Common Approaches, and access technical assistance for programme excellence through Members and Global Themes;
Coordinating inputs to global reports, initiatives and roll-out of new tools and guidelines;
Supporting the Regional Program and Quality Director to strengthen (“uplift”) the Program Development and Quality function in country offices, including provision of backstopping or coordination of inputs to country office program strategies.

Qualifications

A Master’s degree in a relevant field that reflects knowledge of development, or a Bachelor’s degree with at least 4 years of experience in development.
Knowledge of international humanitarian and development systems, institutions and donors, and of procedures, accountability frameworks and best practices.
Experience programming in Save the Children’s thematic areas (e.g. education, public health, nutrition, child protection, child rights, food security & livelihoods and humanitarian action) is considered a plus
At least 4 years’ experience in relevant field.
Ability to quickly and competently consolidate and summarise information across multiple data sources.
Experience developing country annual plans and/or annual reports.
Strong written and verbal skills in English.
Demonstrated ability to thrive in a matrix management environment.
Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills including influencing, negotiation and coaching.
Cultural sensitive, with highly developed interpersonal and communication skills including influencing, negotiation and coaching cross-culturally.
Commitment to Save the Children values.
Ability and willingness to change work practices and hours when essential to success of endeavours
Willingness to travel within the region.

Please apply in English saving your CV and covering letter as a single document.
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

October 23, 2024
Monitoring Evaluation Accountability and Learning(MEAL) Intern Regional MEAL and Research Coordinator IT Project Manager Identity & Access Management Analyst

Role Purpose:
This is an exciting opportunity for young dynamic upcoming professional seeking to obtain on the job experience in MEAL while working with a motivated multinational team. It requires a dedicated and highly motivated individual who is willing to learn at the same time offer creative ideas to achieving the goals of MEAL
Contract Duration: 3 Months
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

University degree in any field of social development
Prior training in Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning and Knowledge Management
Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
Demonstrated interpersonal skills, including the ability to collaborate effectively in networks and communities of practice
Computer literacy (MS Word, Excel, Access, and Power Point)
Consolidation of data and reports from country programs to facilitate regional analysis and reporting
Monitor and undertake quality assurance procedures for Program KPI reporting
Coordinate and organize learning meetings including virtual meetings like webinars and manage dissemination outcomes,
Coordinate the MEAL community of practise and support other thematic communities of practise to catalyse learning
Work with the regional IT team to develop innovative systems that enable country and regional staff to share and access existing and new knowledge
Any other duty and assigned by supervising manager

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October 23, 2024
Regional Supply Chain Intern

Role Purpose:
The Regional Procurement Unit is a part of Save the Children’s East & Southern Africa Regional Office. The Supply Chain intern will provide support to the Regional Procurement Manager and other members of the Regional Procurement Unit Team
Contract Duration: 3 Months
Qualifications

A Supply Chain/Logistics/Procurement trainee who wishes to gain some practical experience
Degree in Supply Chain/logistics,Procurement or equivalent

Essential

Excellent computer skills especially in MS Excel spread sheets and MS Word
High level of integrity and ability to work as part of a professional team
Excellent communication skills
Proven ability to handle challenging work load
Cross-cultural experience, understanding and sensitivity;
Excellent interpersonal and written and oral communication skills;
Commitment to Save the Children values.

Desirable

Demonstrable experience in the identification of new procurement trends and progression of new ideas
Demonstrable experience in Freight forwarding
Experience in procurement and supply chain/logistics for NGOs in international development and emergency programmes
Knowledge of key institutional donors and their compliance requirements in respect of Supply Chain and Procurement

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

October 23, 2024
Internal Auditor

Internal Audit & Risk Manager Job at Save the Children
Role Purpose:
As a member of the country level SLT, the internal audit position will independently evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of the governance, risk management and control systems within the county programme and provide regular opinions on the effectiveness of these systems together with proposed action plans to address any weak areas. The position will lead on coordinating any fraud investigations
Contract Duration: 2 years with possibility for extension
Qualifications and Experience

A University degree in Commerce, Accounting or Business Administration (Finance or Accounting option) from a recognised university.
A minimum of 5 years of progressively mid-level management experience with INGO’s in professional accounting and financial management.
Leading and coaching others
Interacting with and challenging SMT
Setting strategic and operational plans
be a qualified internal auditor (IIA) or accountant;
have extensive experience in relevant operational areas (e.g. in programme/project management in an INGO context) and be willing to learn the appropriate audit skills
Fluency in English, both verbal and written, required
Commitment to Save the Children values

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.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
Female candidates are encouraged to apply
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

October 23, 2024
Internal Audit and Risk Manager

Job description
Role Purpose: As a member of the country level SLT, the internal audit position will independently evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of the governance, risk management and control systems within the county programme and provide regular opinions on the effectiveness of these systems together with proposed action plans to address any weak areas. The position will lead on coordinating any fraud investigations
Contract Duration: 2 years with possibility for extension
Qualifications and Experience

A University degree in Commerce, Accounting or Business Administration (Finance or Accounting option) from a recognised university.
A minimum of 5 years of progressively mid-level management experience with INGO’s in professional accounting and financial management.
Leading and coaching others
Interacting with and challenging SMT
Setting strategic and operational plans be a qualified internal auditor (IIA) or accountant;
have extensive experience in relevant operational areas (e.g. in programme/project management in an INGO context) and be willing to learn the appropriate audit skills
Fluency in English, both verbal and written, required
Commitment to Save the Children values

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.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
Female candidates are encouraged to apply
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

October 23, 2024
Regional Change & Deployment (C&D) Manager

Job Description
The Regional Change & Deployment Manager is a role within the Change and Deployment Team that was created in 2016 to deliver a number of high priority projects implementing new systems and business processes across Save the Children International (SCI)’s 55 country offices.
The Regional Change Manager has responsibility for managing the change & deployment activities for these priority projects across a number of countries in one region (in this case, ESA). They are responsible for ensuring all key stakeholders in the Regional and Country offices understand the C&D methodology and its application, for facilitating and supporting the country offices with each project roll out and consolidation; ensuring active country/regional office engagement and ownership to achieve a successful implementation.
For 2018 the role will be responsible for completing change and deployment activities relating to the implementation of a new global HR system (Oracle) and various aspects of supply chain transformation. Qualifications and experience

Bachelor’s Degree in Business with experience in Management Consulting and/or Organisation Development/Organisational Effectiveness
5+ years’ experience and capability of leading, facilitating and influencing change and the delivery of major projects affecting business processes and systems, in at least one of the following functions: Finance, Awards, HR or Logistics
3+ years’ experience working in an international and Africa-wide context
Ability to manage multiple priorities, work with senior leaders and deliver results
Proven ability to work in a large complex and highly networked matrix organisation
Proven ability to influence at all levels within an organization without direct authority
Previous experience of, and highly effective in, the guiding and coaching of others towards successful delivery
Experience of solving complex issues through analysis, definition of a clear way forward and ensuring buy in
Excellent interpersonal skills, a proven ability to engage stakeholders
Experience creating and executing plans to drive change
Good understanding of project processes: planning, schedule, deliverable review, status reporting, stage gates, etc.
A strong results orientation and proactive approach
Excellent communication skills, with ability to frame change message and facilitate discussion
Fluent in written and spoken English
Competent in MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Willingness and ability to travel within the region for circa 60%
A commitment to Save the Children values

Contract length: 2 years fixed term contract
Location: Eastern and Southern Africa (ESA) Regional Office, Nairobi, Kenya with frequent travel to country office locations The Organisation
We employ approximately 25,000 people across the globe and work on the ground in over 100 countries to help children affected by crises, or those that need better healthcare, education and child protection. We also campaign and advocate at the highest levels to realise the right of children and to ensure their voices are heard.
We are working towards three breakthroughs in how the world treats children by 2030:

No child dies from preventable causes before their 5th birthday
All children learn from a quality basic education and that,
Violence against children is no longer tolerated

We know that great people make a great organization, and that our employees play a crucial role in helping us achieve our ambitions for children. We value our people and offer a meaningful and rewarding career, along with a collaborative and inclusive workplace where ambition, creativity, and integrity are highly valued. Application Information:
Please apply using a cover letter and up-to-date CV as a single document. Please also include details of your current remuneration and salary expectations. A copy of the full role profile can be found at
We need to keep children safe so our selection process reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse.

October 23, 2024
Regional Awards Analyst

Role Purpose:
The purpose of this post is to lead on strategic portfolio planning and risk management through analysis and management information. Under the direction of the Head of Award Management, the Awards Analyst, will complement efforts from PDQ, Programme Operations and Finance in ensuring that the SCI Country Offices are remaining competitive and are adhering to all its award management obligations internally within Save the Children and externally with donors.
Contract Duration: Fixed Term
Location: East and Southern Africa Regional Office
Qualifications and Experience

Graduate qualification in Finance management, Grants management or equivalent.
At least 5 years’ experience in project management, grants / contract management / fund management
Excellent planning, management and coordination skills, with the ability to organise a demanding workload comprised of diverse and challenging tasks and responsibilities.
Experience with NGOs with increasing responsibilities including a proven experience of establishing and running the award management function in the field.
Knowledge of the requirements of major institutional donors including budgeting, eligibility issues, compliance management, and reporting.
Experience of engaging with donors at country strategy levels.
Experience of and well developed skills in staff management and supervision. Proven strong coaching and capacity building skills.
Very strong capacity for attention to detail, problem solving, and analysis of trends.
Computer literate with very strong excel skills.
Cultural awareness and ability to build relationships quickly with a wide variety of people.
Patient, adaptable, flexible, able to improvise and remain responsive and communicate clearly and effectively under pressure.
Strong communication (written and spoken), and interpersonal skills in English, with experience in managing multicultural teams.

Desirable

Experience with Save the Children award management policies, procedures and systems and Save the Children’s award management system (AMS).

October 23, 2024
Business Development Manager Regional Awards Analyst

Job description
Role Purpose
The Business Development Manager is a senior position within the Programme Development and Quality Team.
The Business Development Manager will identify and track donor opportunities, facilitate donor engagement, assist in the development of fundraising strategies, and coordinate proposal development for large and strategic funding opportunities.
The position requires innovative thinking and creativity to package our programme strategies in ways that attract the right donor support and grow out portfolio effectively. S/He will write sections of proposals that speak to our overall capabilities, while coordinating the input of technical advisors, Operations, Finance, HR and Security into proposals and budgets. Recognising that many conversations with donors involve a review or update around current grants as well as discussions about new opportunities, the Business Development Manager will also be expected to keep closely informed about the progress of all major institutional grants and able to speak to results in key reporting documents.
Location: To be confirmed (ESA Countries)
Key Areas of Accountability

New Business Development

Ensure that the country office has a comprehensive, SMT-endorsed Business Development Strategy in place, which is in line with the Country Strategy, and is implemented and monitored effectively.
Identify, research, and disseminate information on new funding opportunities from bilateral, multi-lateral, and other institutional donors. Use creative approaches to link programme aspirations to donor priorities, while also effectively influencing the strategies of donors.
Cultivate business relationships with external stakeholders and potential partners for large scale or strategic funding opportunities, either as a prime or sub-recipient in joint ventures.
Track up-coming funding opportunities, donor engagement and proposal development process. Provide regular updates to the Director of Programme Development and Quality and SMT on the status of the funding portfolio and key trends to monitor.
Assist in developing funding strategies for thematic programme plans and cross-sectoral integration. These strategies should reflect our ambitions and new creative thinking to achieve more for children.
Participate in key donor meetings, when necessary, to foster long-term collaboration and engagement.
Examine and evaluate innovative new partnerships, and ensure that Save the Children maximizes its opportunity to showcase and replicate the Theory of Change.
Explore and test potential private sector partnerships
Pro-actively seek donor intelligence on prospective new opportunities or partnerships.
Ensure key contacts, required formats and donor strategies are kept up-to-date at the country office level.
Coordinate proposal development
Directly manage the development of high-value or complex proposals or bids, building on global, regional and national expertise, and ensuring the highest quality product.
Drive interdepartmental coordination for programme and proposals development with Programme Operations (for field team inputs, logistics requirements, costings, etc.), Security, Awards Management,
Finance & Grants, and HR (for staffing requirements).
Ensure full internal and member review and sign off as per the proposal development process.
Draft key sections of proposals that are standard inputs – e.g. capability statements; country context and programme experience, while drawing on the expertise of technical advisors, Operations, Finance,
HR and Security.
Ensure that PDQ maintains an on-going and regularly updated information bank on community analysis and research findings for future proposal development (Child Rights Situational Analysis, assessments, HEAs, DHIS, census data, field research on community needs, etc.). This activity is closely linked with the data and knowledge management function, technical advisors and Member Services.
With in country TAs, seek out and facilitate input of technical advice from backstops or members to ensure that programmes benefit from Save the Children’s global expertise, while remaining relevant to the local context.
Facilitate engagement of consultants on large-scale proposals, or when technical specialists are needed.
Produce proposal development schedules and track timelines, ensuring and facilitating coordination amongst teams – PDQ, Programme Operations, Finance, HR, Security and Member Services.
In collaboration with Members (and Member Support Services), broker technical assistance and other resources to support proposal development.
Represent Save the Children as a generalist, alongside technical experts, in consortium meetings regarding proposal development.
Ensure that Programme Quality Framework and Theory of Change is addressed in all new proposals and that key elements of programme quality are included (e.g. child participation, child safeguarding, gender, lessons learned from past proposals, accountability, risk assessments, effective and sustainable partnerships, etc.).
Coordinate Value for Money calculations in proposal development, as required by donors.

General management

Contribute to a conducive and productive work environment typified by team work and collaboration;
Contribute to the wider country programme agenda.
Support the effective implementation the SCI Programme Quality Framework
Participate in any donor visit to project(s) within the country office portfolio, as required.
Support the PDQ Team in the Country Annual Planning process for technical programme inputs and quality measures, including child participation, child safeguarding, partnership and evidence-based programming, as per the Save the Children International guidelines.
Carry out the responsibilities of the role in a way which reflects Save the Children’s commitment to safeguarding children, in accordance with our Code of Conduct and Child Safeguarding Policy.
Comply with and promote Save the Children policies and practice with respect to child protection, code of conduct, health and safety, equal opportunities and other relevant policies and procedures.
Coordinate and provide strategic leadership direction, guidance and technical support to development of thematic sectors and projects Country offices.

Qualifications and Experience

Development professional with a relevant Masters’ Degree or equivalent professional experience.
Recommended 5 years’ experience in a both emergency and development contexts, preferably with solid experience in more than one of the Save the Children priority sectors: education, protection, child rights governance, and health and nutrition
Excellent coordination and interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate and negotiate clearly and effectively at all levels, and pull together input from a diverse team.
Excellent writing/editing, budget development and presentation/communication skills.
Experience in presenting project information to donors and partners.
Experience in coordinating development of large-scale or strategic proposals, including the development of multi-million-dollar project budgets.
Significant professional experience of working in a senior Monitoring and Evaluation capacity with an international NGOs, UN or donor agency or the private sector.
Proven representation skills.
Highly developed cultural awareness and ability to work well in an international environment with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures.
Strong results orientation, with the ability to challenge existing mindsets.
Experience of solving complex issues through analysis, definition of a clear way forward and ensuring buy in
Ability to present complex information in a succinct and compelling manner.
Ability and willingness to dramatically change work practices and hours, and work with incoming surge teams, in the event of emergencies.
Fluency in English, both verbal and written, required.
Commitment to Save the Children values, including willingness to abide by and enforce the Child Safeguarding policy

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October 23, 2024
General call for Talent Pool – Business Development Manager

Job description
Role Purpose
The Business Development Manager is a senior position within the Programme Development and Quality Team.
The Business Development Manager will identify and track donor opportunities, facilitate donor engagement, assist in the development of fundraising strategies, and coordinate proposal development for large and strategic funding opportunities.
The position requires innovative thinking and creativity to package our programme strategies in ways that attract the right donor support and grow out portfolio effectively. S/He will write sections of proposals that speak to our overall capabilities, while coordinating the input of technical advisors, Operations, Finance, HR and Security into proposals and budgets. Recognising that many conversations with donors involve a review or update around current grants as well as discussions about new opportunities, the Business Development Manager will also be expected to keep closely informed about the progress of all major institutional grants and able to speak to results in key reporting documents.
Location: To be confirmed (ESA Countries)
Key Areas of Accountability

New Business Development

Ensure that the country office has a comprehensive, SMT-endorsed Business Development Strategy in place, which is in line with the Country Strategy, and is implemented and monitored effectively.
Identify, research, and disseminate information on new funding opportunities from bilateral, multi-lateral, and other institutional donors. Use creative approaches to link programme aspirations to donor priorities, while also effectively influencing the strategies of donors.
Cultivate business relationships with external stakeholders and potential partners for large scale or strategic funding opportunities, either as a prime or sub-recipient in joint ventures.
Track up-coming funding opportunities, donor engagement and proposal development process. Provide regular updates to the Director of Programme Development and Quality and SMT on the status of the funding portfolio and key trends to monitor.
Assist in developing funding strategies for thematic programme plans and cross-sectoral integration. These strategies should reflect our ambitions and new creative thinking to achieve more for children.
Participate in key donor meetings, when necessary, to foster long-term collaboration and engagement.
Examine and evaluate innovative new partnerships, and ensure that Save the Children maximizes its opportunity to showcase and replicate the Theory of Change.
Explore and test potential private sector partnerships
Pro-actively seek donor intelligence on prospective new opportunities or partnerships.
Ensure key contacts, required formats and donor strategies are kept up-to-date at the country office level.
Coordinate proposal development
Directly manage the development of high-value or complex proposals or bids, building on global, regional and national expertise, and ensuring the highest quality product.
Drive interdepartmental coordination for programme and proposals development with Programme Operations (for field team inputs, logistics requirements, costings, etc.), Security, Awards Management,
Finance & Grants, and HR (for staffing requirements).
Ensure full internal and member review and sign off as per the proposal development process.
Draft key sections of proposals that are standard inputs – e.g. capability statements; country context and programme experience, while drawing on the expertise of technical advisors, Operations, Finance,

HR and Security.

Ensure that PDQ maintains an on-going and regularly updated information bank on community analysis and research findings for future proposal development (Child Rights Situational Analysis, assessments, HEAs, DHIS, census data, field research on community needs, etc.). This activity is closely linked with the data and knowledge management function, technical advisors and Member Services.
With in country TAs, seek out and facilitate input of technical advice from backstops or members to ensure that programmes benefit from Save the Children’s global expertise, while remaining relevant to the local context. Facilitate engagement of consultants on large-scale proposals, or when technical specialists are needed.
Produce proposal development schedules and track timelines, ensuring and facilitating coordination amongst teams – PDQ, Programme Operations, Finance, HR, Security and Member Services.
In collaboration with Members (and Member Support Services), broker technical assistance and other resources to support proposal development.
Represent Save the Children as a generalist, alongside technical experts, in consortium meetings regarding proposal development.
Ensure that Programme Quality Framework and Theory of Change is addressed in all new proposals and that key elements of programme quality are included (e.g. child participation, child safeguarding, gender, lessons learned from past proposals, accountability, risk assessments, effective and sustainable partnerships, etc.).
Coordinate Value for Money calculations in proposal development, as required by donors.

General management

Contribute to a conducive and productive work environment typified by team work and collaboration;
Contribute to the wider country programme agenda.
Support the effective implementation the SCI Programme Quality Framework
Participate in any donor visit to project(s) within the country office portfolio, as required.
Support the PDQ Team in the Country Annual Planning process for technical programme inputs and quality measures, including child participation, child safeguarding, partnership and evidence-based programming, as per the Save the Children International guidelines.
Carry out the responsibilities of the role in a way which reflects Save the Children’s commitment to safeguarding children, in accordance with our Code of Conduct and Child Safeguarding Policy.
Comply with and promote Save the Children policies and practice with respect to child protection, code of conduct, health and safety, equal opportunities and other relevant policies and procedures.
Coordinate and provide strategic leadership direction, guidance and technical support to development of thematic sectors and projects Country offices.

Qualifications and Experience

Development professional with a relevant Masters’ Degree or equivalent professional experience.
Recommended 5 years’ experience in a both emergency and development contexts, preferably with solid experience in more than one of the Save the Children priority sectors: education, protection, child rights governance, and health and nutrition
Excellent coordination and interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate and negotiate clearly and effectively at all levels, and pull together input from a diverse team.
Excellent writing/editing, budget development and presentation/communication skills.
Experience in presenting project information to donors and partners.
Experience in coordinating development of large-scale or strategic proposals, including the development of multi-million-dollar project budgets.
Significant professional experience of working in a senior Monitoring and Evaluation capacity with an international NGOs, UN or donor agency or the private sector.
Proven representation skills.
Highly developed cultural awareness and ability to work well in an international environment with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures.
Strong results orientation, with the ability to challenge existing mindsets.
Experience of solving complex issues through analysis, definition of a clear way forward and ensuring buy in
Ability to present complex information in a succinct and compelling manner.
Ability and willingness to dramatically change work practices and hours, and work with incoming surge teams, in the event of emergencies.
Fluency in English, both verbal and written, required.
Commitment to Save the Children values, including willingness to abide by and enforce the Child Safeguarding policy

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

October 23, 2024