OPERATIONS DIRECTOR/GUINEA

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: Fixed term contract of 12 months renewable

The role

SCI is seeking an Operations Director, who will support the Head of Mission in managing the Save the Children programme in Guinea. The Operations Director in his/her capacity is responsible for implementation of all programming in country, including the management of all sub offices. He/she will also establish systems, support set up of sub offices and focus on partner engagement and direct implementation. The post-holder will effectively and efficiently coordinate operations systems, processes and activities so that programmes are delivered on time according to organisational strategy, donor requirements and within allocated budgets. They will take leadership on aspects related to staffing structure and management, security, logistics and M&E systems. The post holder will play a strategic role in the effective scale up and management of Save the Children emergency programme to increase impact and enable positive change for children in Guinea.

Qualifications and experience

• Extensive experience of working within a senior management role within a complex country programme in an emergency response or fragile state
• Previous experience of managing programme teams in large-scale emergency response is essential
• MA / MSc level in a relevant subject or equivalent field experience
• Previous experience of managing a large multi-sector, multi-national team
• Previous experience of programme management across multiple locations
• Experience of managing multi-donor, multi-site programmes (including ECHO, DFID and OFDA) of $5+ million
• Security management experience across a large programme.
• Demonstrated ability to set up operational management systems in a large complex programme
• In depth knowledge and experience of logistics systems and requirements in a multi field office, multi programme setting
• Experience of supporting M&E and beneficiary accountability systems in large complex programmes
• Proven ability of mentoring and coaching
• Experience of senior level representation
• Experience of developing and negotiating successful partnerships with institutional donors
• Ability to write clear and well-argued assessment and project reports
• Excellent communication skills
• Proven ability to influence change at an operational and strategic level
• Politically and culturally sensitive with qualities of patience, tact and diplomacy
• A high level of written and spoken English and French
• The capacity and willingness to be extremely flexible and accommodating in difficult and sometimes insecure working circumstances.
• Commitment to the aims and principles of SC. In particular, a good understanding of the SC mandate and child focus and an ability to ensure this continues to underpin our support
• Experience of international media representation and advocacy
• Experience or knowledge of working and living in relevant regions/context

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 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.

Application Email: Please apply with a covering letter and up-to-date CV to: sdiagne.59527.4810@savethechildrenint.aplitrak.com