UN Country Director job vacancy-Zimbabwe 2016
Closing date: Wednesday, 13 April 2016
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 1.9 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 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: Open ended
The role
As a member of the East and Southern Africa Senior Leadership team, you will have shared accountability for Save the Children’s international development and emergency programming in the region of approximately $350 million each year through an organisation of almost 5,000 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 globally to $2.7 billion by 2018.
The Country Director will lead in the delivering of Save the Children’s strategy within the country through
Delivering quality programmes, including advocacy, for children; and
Serving Members and their donors 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
A fluency and speaking and writing in English is required for this role
Fluency in Portuguese would be an added advantage
Commitment to the Save the Children valuesWe need to keep children safe so our selection process reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse.
Save the Children Southern Africa child rights
To 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.
Location: Zimbabwe, Zimbabwe
Permanent – Full-Time
Closing date: Wednesday 13 April 2016
All jobs close at midnight UK time on the date specified