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South Sudan: Head of Programmes - South Sudan

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Organization: Plan
Country: South Sudan
Closing date: 12 Feb 2016

The Role

The Head of Programmes provides strategic leadership to, and management of, the Programmes Department in the development and execution of the country’s strategic programmes to ensure delivery of high quality programmes for children and their communities.

The Head of Program also oversees the child sponsorship function and is responsible to ensure the child sponsorship commitments are achieved.

The Incumbent will act as deputy to the Country Director on program side helping the Country Director to lead and manage program functions.

The environment in South Sudan is exposed to high security risks and therefore there is a possibility of evacuation in case of escalation of the military and political conflict. As such, South Sudan is currently a non-family duty station.

Do you have what it takes?

In order to succeed in this varied and challenging role you will require demonstrable knowledge in driving change and engendering high performing teams, with the ability to lead, motivate and develop others.

In addition, you will require knowledge of key programme areas such as child protection, education, livelihoods, disaster risk management and protection, gender quality with a sound understanding of integrated development issues and critical analysis of child poverty.

Proven experience of working in ongoing conflict or post conflict areas is advantageous.

Strong knowledge about Disaster Risks Management (DRM) issues with specific practical experience in Disaster Risks Reduction (DRR) implementation.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including presentation and public speaking.

For a full job description, please click here:

https://www.dropbox.com/s/y0zt96cx4bko6jg/Head%20of%20Programmes%20South%20Sudan.doc?dl=0

Location: Juba – frequent travel to programme units

Type of Contract: 5 year fixed term contract

Salary: Circa $55,000 USD per annum + benefits

Reports to: Country Director

Closing Date: Friday 12th February 2015

Please note that only applications and CVs written in English will be accepted.

A range of pre-employment checks will be undertaken in conformity with Plans Child Protection Policy.

As an international child centred community development organisation, Plan is fully committed to promoting the realization of children's rights including their right to protection from violence and abuse. That means we have particular responsibilities to children that we come into contact with.

Plan believes that in a world where children face so many threats of harm, it is our duty to ensure that we, as an organisation, do everything we can to keep children safe. We must not contribute in any way to harming or placing children at risk.

Plan operates an equal opportunities policy and actively encourages diversity, welcoming applications from all areas of the international community.

The Organisation

Plan International is an independent child rights and humanitarian organisation committed to children living a life free of poverty, violence and injustice. We actively unite children, communities and other people who share our mission to make positive lasting changes in children’s and young people’s lives. We support children to gain the skills, knowledge and confidence they need to claim their rights to a fulfilling life, today and in the future. We place a specific focus on girls and women, who are most often left behind. We have been building powerful partnerships for children for more than 75 years, and are now active in more than 70 countries.


How to apply:

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