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Reference
CR356
Business Type
Our Client is an international humanitarian agency dedicated to alleviating the suffering of the poorest of the poor.
Job Background
Our Client is developing programmes in shelter/construction, NFI distribution, watsan and health, and need an Assistant Country Director to support and develop this country programme going forward. OVERALL DESCRIPTION
To support the Country Director in all aspects of the Organisation's activities in Haiti with direct responsibility for monitoring, planning and supporting approved projects. The ACD will also play a key role in the development of the programme within the framework of the Country Strategy, as well as coordinating the recording of all projects and procedures implemented.
• Delegate for the CD representing the organisation with donors, government, media and other NGOs.
• Assist in establishing and improving management systems and structures.
• Assist with programming and monitoring progress of projects with a view to ensuring completion within the required time frame on budget.
Job Duties
PROPOSAL WRITING &REPORTING
Input into proposals from a programme perspective and coordinate and manage proposals when needed. Assist the CD and programme managers in all aspects of reporting activities to Head Office (HO) and donors. Oversee the production and submission of interim and final donor reports and monitor programme progress. Input into these documents will originate from the programme teams and will include contributions made by the Financial Controller (FC) and CD. MONITORING AND EVALUATION
Oversee donor and internal reporting. Support the development of appropriate M&E and programme management tools and systems. Develop internal mechanisms for institutional learning and memory. Improve the quality of services provided, through support supervision of key staff, analysis and dissemination of M&E data and lessons learnt, and review of GOAL and other best practice guidelines; FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT AND ACCOUNTABILITY
Assist with the financial management of programme budgets with the assistance of the FC. Carry out detailed reviews of monthly management accounts and donor status reports with the FC. Assist where required with in-country donor financial audits. HUMAN RESOURCES
Assist the CD with the development and implementation of an exit strategy ensuring compliance with statutory requirements. Manage programme staff and ensure that everyone has relevant objectives, job description and that performance reviews take place. SECURITY/SAFETY
Ensure the safety and security of field staff at all times
Establish good communication and networks REPRESENTATION
Delegate for the CD in liaison with Government partners, regional and local authorities; donors; local agencies etc. at all levels of project implementation as required. MEDIA/PR/VISIBILITY
Support the CD in the development of publicity materials, including project and programme brochures, case studies and press releases.
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Salary
30,000 to 40,000 Euros per annum depending on experience
Location
Port-au-Prince, Haiti
Job Qualifications
• 3 years or more previous overseas management experience in humanitarian assistance programmes, at least 1 year of which must be at senior management level.
• Experience of managing security, an advantage.
• Experience of managing large teams of people.
• Experience of liaising with donors, contractors, suppliers and government officials.
• Strong writing skills and ability to write quality donor proposals and reports.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing requirements.
• A willingness to accept basic living conditions.
• Budgetary control and financial management skills.
• Fluent French or Kreyol is an advantage.
• Good team player, capable of working with a multinational country team.
Additional Information
To apply, please send in an updated CV and covering letter to: applications@skillsforcauses.com Due to urgency of this position, applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis
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