Area Coordinator, Yida, South Sudan (2060)

Job posted by: SAMARITAN'S PURSE International Relief - Tue, 15 Apr 2014

Job Details:

Organisation: SAMARITAN'S PURSE International Relief

Deadline Sat, 31 May 2014

Job type: Contract

Location: South Sudan

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Unity State, South Sudan - The Area Coordinator, Unity State is responsible for the overall leadership, direction, and oversight of programs in Unity State. The Area Coordinator must ensure that all program designs and outputs align with Samaritan's Purse's (SP's) strategy, donor standards, and local laws. Other essential duties include the management of: Operations, Security, Human Resources, Financial Reporting, and Community Relations.
Samaritan's Purse serves the host community and refugee population in Yida and throughout Unity State through a variety of programming including WASH, nutrition/health, food assistance and ministry. South Sudan is currently the largest field office Samaritan's Purse operates, and Unity State is one of our main areas of operation. The context is emergency relief, so the incumbent can expect a fast-paced and demanding position with significant responsibility when taking the Area Coordinator role.
This position reports directly to the Country Director.


RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Work directly with the program managers to address programmatic challenges.
* Adjust implementation strategies as necessary for successful program outputs.
* Ensure each program is contributing a significant impact through monitoring and evaluation.
* Produce timely and accurate program reports.
* Develop new program concepts to address the needs in Unity State. Coordinate assessments and gather information, prioritize high need areas and sectors and assist with new program proposals and budget writing.
* Ensure program operations are functional: prioritize needs for resource sharing with SP assets, ensure accountable and efficient systems are in place, approve international purchase requests and audit procurement systems, pricing, and inventory on a monthly basis.
* Serve as the security focal point for Unity State.
* Manage Human Resources for national and international staff in Unity State.
* Monitor financial risk, reporting, and program budgets.
* Facilitate good community relations by establishing and maintaining positive relationships with church leaders, Government officials, the UN, and non-governmental organizations.
* With a generous and serving spirit perform all other tasks and responsibilities assigned for the benefit of Samaritan's Purse.
* Attend daily morning devotions and participate in prayer support for the ministry, its donors and volunteers.
* Maintain a strong Christian witness to colleagues, vendors, charitable beneficiaries, and the general public. * Assess, manage, and report critical physical, emotional, or spiritual concerns of supervised staff.


SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Manages and oversees all program and support related personnel in the geographic area assigned. Is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of this area. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities will include training national and international staff; planning, assigning, and directing work of staff; appraising performance; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

QUALIFICATIONS:
* Maintains a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Is a consistent witness for Jesus Christ.
* Bachelor's degree and 3 to 4 years of related experience and/or training.
* One year of college-level Biblical studies strongly preferred.
* Previous experience working overseas, particularly in Africa or Sudan/South Sudan.
* Field level program management experience in a developing country, preferably in an emergency relief context.
* Experienced in cross-cultural team leadership.
* Experienced in managing multiple programs and large diverse teams.
* Possesses strong organizational skills and cross cultural communication skills.
* Must be a humble team player.
* Ability to be flexible and adaptable.
* Willingness to travel in and out of the field and willingness to stay in the field for extended periods.
* Knowledge of computer systems and its applications such as Word, Excel and Outlook.
* Arabic language skills a plus


24 month contract with the potential for renewal.
This is an unaccompanied assignment.

Mission Statement: Samaritan's Purse is a nondenominational evangelical Christian organization providing spiritual and physical aid to hurting people around the world. Since 1970, Samaritan's Purse has helped meet needs of people who are victims of war, poverty, natural disasters, disease, and famine with the purpose of sharing God's love through His Son, Jesus Christ. The organization serves the Church worldwide to promote the Gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ.

Distinct Objectives: The work of Samaritan's Purse is marked by five distinct objectives, grounded in Scripture and biblical principles:
PROCLAIM THE GOSPEL - EXALT Christ and share the Gospel while working in His Name around the world
SERVE WITH EXCELLENCE - EXCEED the world's standard while serving the purposes of God's kingdom
RESPOND WITH COMPASSIONATE ACTION - EXPEDITE our response to needs as the Lord reveals opportunities to minister
DEMONSTRATE BIBLICAL INTEGRITY - EXHIBIT character and integrity personally, at home and work
WALK IN BOLD FAITH - EXPECT God to do the impossible-- "God Room"



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