Sierra Leone

 

• 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
• Experience of building personal networks at a senior level, resulting in securing new opportunities for the organisation
• Good understanding of key trends in international and humanitarian development
• Experience and knowledge of context and actors in West and Central Africa.
• 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

 

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 West and Central Africa (WCA) Senior Leadership team, you will have shared accountability for Save the Children's international development and humanitarian programming in the region which was approximately $ 380 million in 2014 through an organisation of about 2100 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 integration of the Ebola emergency response into full spectrum programming, and deliver Save the Children's strategy within the country through:

• Delivering quality programmes, including advocacy, for children; and
• Serving Members and their donors

 

To apply, send in English your CV and covering letter as a single document, including your salary expectations for this role.

Apply by email to: nfoames.00923.999@savethechildrenint.aplitrak.com