Operations Director
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Remuneration: Competitive package will be offered
Closing date: 30 September 2012
Starting date: January 2013
Reference: ADESO-OP
African Development Solutions (Adeso), formerly known as Horn Relief, is an expanding and vibrant African based international development and humanitarian organization.
Adeso works to prevent
and overcome situations that adversely affect community well-being by:
reinvigorating the economy, developing skills for life and work, providing
humanitarian aid, and influencing policy.
Currently, Adeso has
programmes in Somalia, Kenya and South Sudan.
Mission Talent, on behalf of Adeso, is now searching for their new Operations Director to join their dynamic and growing team.
Position Summary
Under the supervision of the Executive Director and as a member of the SMT, the Operations Director (OD) will:
- Oversee
the heads of all operational departments;
- Ensure
effective Human Resource Management, efficient procurement and logistical
services;
- Ensure
appropriate ICT and common support services;
- Ensure
smooth functioning of the organization/program/project operations;
- Ensure
consistent and high quality service delivery and constant evaluation and
readjustment of the policies and procedures;
- Lead
and guide the Regional Operations Teams (HR, ICT, Logistics and Security);
- Build
capacity and conduct mandatory trainings for the Regional Operations team.
A comprehensive job description is accessible on
www.missiontalent.com
About the Candidate
- Postgraduate
degree and at least 7 years senior management experience (in
operations/administration) in either commercial or non-profit
organizations;
- Demonstrable
knowledge of at least 3 of the following areas: Donor Rules and
Regulations; Project Management; Logistics and Procurement; ICT; Human
Resources;
- Skills
in organizational development and human resource management;
- Demonstrable
success in developing and monitoring organizational policies and
procedures;
- Ability
to manage both operational and programmatic work;
- Prior
experience with managing donor contracts (e.g. USAID/EC/DFID);
- Fluency
in Swahili and/or Somali language.
Chief Finance Officer
Reporting to: Executive Director
Working with: Regional Finance Manager, Operations Director, Regional Programs
Director and Executive Director
Program/ Duty station: Nairobi
Duration: 1 year with possibility of extension
Starting date: Immediate
Vacancy Contact: Please send applications to jobs@adesoafrica.org – Adeso will only respond to short-listed applicants.
Salary Range & Range: USD 74,400-109,000 per annum plus other competitive benefits
Starting Salary: USD 74,400-82,032 per annum plus other competitive benefits
Position Summary
The Chief Finance Officer is the senior most finance staff member of Adeso reporting to the Executive Director.
The Chief Finance
Officer (CFO) is responsible for planning, directing and controlling the
overall financial functions of Adeso by ensuring financial policies and
procedures are in accordance with organisational policies.
Application Process
This is a challenging opportunity for a dedicated and highly motivated professional.
If you would like to
join this dynamic team and be part of building resilience and economic growth
in Africa, please submit your application to jobs@adesoafrica.org, quoting the
position in the email subject matter, by 24th September 2012.
One may also refer to
to our website http://adesoafrica.org/work-for-us/ for more information.
Each application should be addressed to the Human Resources Manager and include the following:
Each application should be addressed to the Human Resources Manager and include the following:
- An
updated CV; and
- An
application letter which should include remuneration requirements and
contact information for three work-related referees.
Applications not including all of the above information will not
be reviewed.
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Adeso is an equal opportunity employer
