Project Director

Job posted by: Save the Children - International - Thu, 17 Jul 2014

Job Details:

Organisation: Save the Children - International

Deadline Mon, 9 Mar 2015

Job type: Contract

Location: Ethiopia

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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 1.6 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 and relevant for the 21st century.

Contract length: 12 months with the possibility of an extension


The role
As a key member of the regional leadership team, the Project Director will provide leadership and direction for the implementation of the Save the Children integrated project on harmful child labor. This encompasses the full cycle of program design, monitoring, evaluation, accountability, learning and supports organizational planning and reporting requirements, for Save the Children international programs.

The Project Director and other project staff will ensure that the project is implemented in close coordination with the US Department of Labor (USDOL), Save the Children’s Africa Area Office, partner organizations, and mandated government sectors.


Qualifications and experience

  • Post graduate level education in social work, psychology, economic development/economics, education or related field; with relevant experience on areas of child protection, vocational education and youth livelihood programs.
  • A minimum of 7 years management experience in a development environment leading, managing and implementing development projects, preferably in the field of harmful child work/labor, promotion of youth empowerment and livelihood programs, and community development
  • Significant field experience working with communities
  • Broad knowledge of child protection, harmful child work and social protection, and relevant socioeconomic, institutional and policy issues that are related to this area of work
  • Proven ability to manage a networked, diverse team of professionals, with good communication and interpersonal skills and an ability to motivate/lead staff.
  • Strong results-based management style with the ability to challenge existing mindsets as necessary
  • Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills including influencing, negotiation and coaching
  • Demonstrated skills in leadership and supervision over complex projects
  • Experience working with government partners, with partner agencies, including local partners, in consortia, and relevant to child protection programming.
  • Experience successfully managing projects supported by the US Government or similar donor agencies.
  • Preferably experience with US Department of Labour regulations and policies
  • Experience in Ethiopia or countries in a similar context
  • An understanding of child rights programming and commitment to Save the Children values.
  • Highly developed cultural awareness and ability to work well with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures
  • Proven ability to manage a complex and demanding workload
  • Excellent spoken and written English
  • Good computer skills (particularly Excel, Word and database)
  • Willingness to travel to field locations

We need to keep children safe so our selection process reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse.

To see the full job description for this role and to apply, 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: jfawcett.60456.4810@savethechildrenint.aplitrak.com


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