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 an d relevant for the 21st century.
Contract length: 3 years
The role
As a member of the Senior Management Team, theDirector of Programme Operations shares in the overall responsibility for the direction and coordination of the Country Office. The Director of Programme Operations in his/her capacity is responsible for Implementation of all programming in country (excluding health Programming), including the management of field offices, emergency preparedness and response, and logistics for the Country Office in Malawi.
Qualifications and experience
* Recommended a minimum of 8 years management experience in an NGO or a corporate environment, including significant field operations experience running both emergency and development programmes
* Bachelor degree in social development, Business Administration, Social Sciences, or other related academic discipline required.
* Masters de gree in development or other social sciences is preferred
* Robust experience of NGO development and emergency programme cycle management, and with experience of working within a complex and matrix organisation structure
* A very good understanding of at least 3 of the sectoral programmes, in humanitarian and food security and livelihoods and a working knowledge of the programme priorities of the Country Office
* Substantial experience in logistics, including procurement, supply chain, fleet management & inventory
* Significant knowledge of international humanitarian systems, institutions and donors, and of procedures, accountability frameworks and best practices in emergency management
* Substantial experience and knowledge of effective financial and budgetary control and securing and managing grants from major institutional donors
* Solid project management skills related to organisational development projects and international, cros s-functional teams with a proven history of delivering results
* Ability to analyze information, evaluate options and to think and plan strategically
* An in-depth understanding of national and international development issues in particular in relation to children
* Previous experience of managing and developing a team and the ability to lead, motivate and develop others
* Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills
* Fluency in written and spoken English
* Knowledge and understanding of Malawi
* Ability and willingness to change work practices and hours, and work with incoming teams in the event of major emergencies
* Commitment to and understanding of Save the Children’s aims, values and principles including rights-based approaches
We need to keep children safe so our selection process reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse.
To see a full a job descrip tion, 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.
How to apply:
Please apply with a covering letter and up-to-date CV to:smhlanga.24060.3830@savethechildrenint.aplitrak.com
