Country Director - Peru

Job posted by: Save the Children - International - Tue, 26 May 2015

Job Details:

Organisation: Save the Children - International

Deadline Wed, 10 Jun 2015

Job type: Contract

Location: Peru

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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 Latin America and the Caribbean Senior Leadership team, you will have shared accountability for Save the Children’s international development and emergency programming in the region of approximately $60 million each year through an organisation of nearly 600 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 Save the Children’s work in Peru/Ecuador and a Regional Program for LAC operating from Lima.

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


Qualifications and experience

  • Experience in working in/leading a value based, non-profit organization understanding the importance of ensuring the organization’s mission and core values, while addressing day-to-day operational issues.
  • Experience of leading and supporting a team of senior staff with different backgrounds and expertise as well as promoting team building.
  • 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
  • Fluency in Spanish required, both written and verbal
  • Commitment to the Save the Children values


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: lgarcia.77809.4810@savethechildrenint.aplitrak.com


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