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For over 90 years, Save the Children has been making a difference in children’s lives in more than 120 countries.
For over 90 years, Save the Children has been making a difference in children’s lives in more than 120 countries.
From emergency relief to long-term development, Save the
Children secures a child’s right to health, education and
protection.
Save the Children is an equal opportunity organization dedicated
to our core values of Accountability, Ambition, Collaboration, Creativity and
Integrity.
We are looking to recruit for the position to be based in Beletweyne (South Central Somalia)
Field Manager – Hiran (CSS)
The Field Manager (Hiran) assumes responsibility for the overall management of the Hiran offices.
We are looking to recruit for the position to be based in Beletweyne (South Central Somalia)
Field Manager – Hiran (CSS)
The Field Manager (Hiran) assumes responsibility for the overall management of the Hiran offices.
This includes overseeing programme activities, support functions
such as finance, administration, HR, logistics and security, and representation
of Save the Children International in the field offices.
Child Safeguarding Policy:
Child Safeguarding Policy:
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Any employee, consultant, contractor or the supplier undertaking
an activity on behalf of SCI must sign the Child Safeguarding - Declaration of
Acceptance Form and comply with the SCI’s Child Safeguarding Policy which
is a statement of SCI’s commitment to preventing abuse and protecting children
with whom it comes into contact.
·
This extends not only to children with whom SCI and its partners
work directly, but also includes children whom staff are responsible for. Save
the Children's Code of Conduct sets out the standards which all staff members
must adhere to.
Field Manager - South Central Somalia (Somalia/Somaliland Country Office)
Team / Programme: Operations, Hiran
Location: Belet Weyne
Grade: TBC (Competitive
Package)
Post Type: National
Child Safeguarding: Level 3 - the
responsibilities of the post may require the post holder to have regular
contact with or access to children or young people
Role Purpose:
Role Purpose:
To assume responsibility for the overall management of the Hiran
offices. This includes overseeing programme activities, support functions
such as finance, administration, HR, logistics and security, and representation
of Save the Children International in the field offices.
Scope of Role:
Reports to: Area Representatives for Central
Dimensions: Save the Children works in 4regions in Somalia/Somaliland with a current staff complement of approximately 450 staff and current expenditure of approximately GBP 30 million each year.
Staff directly reporting to theses post: Overall management of national staff: Programme, Finance and Grants, Logistics, Administration, and Security.
Key Areas of Accountability:
Representation and Advocacy
Reports to: Area Representatives for Central
Dimensions: Save the Children works in 4regions in Somalia/Somaliland with a current staff complement of approximately 450 staff and current expenditure of approximately GBP 30 million each year.
Staff directly reporting to theses post: Overall management of national staff: Programme, Finance and Grants, Logistics, Administration, and Security.
Key Areas of Accountability:
Representation and Advocacy
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Represent Save the Children at field offices level,
network with INGOs/NGOs, UN agencies and partners. Work closely with
the Area Representatives Central Somalia on issues of advocacy and ensure a
constant flow of information and updating on the situation in the region
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Identify, establish and maintain close working relationship with
key stakeholders with a view of promoting learning and sharing of
experiences/information; creating synergy in program planning and
implementation; ensuring the principles of ‘do no harm’ and creating a bigger
voice on issues of common concern
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Ensure that key stakeholders including partners have clear
understanding of Save the Children’s vision, mission, goals and guiding
policies and strategies
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Ensure the strict adherence of Hiran team to the basic
humanitarian principles at all times: neutrality, impartiality and independence
Quality Program Development, Implementation, Management and
Reporting
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Overall responsible and accountable for SC’s programmes in
respective field offices and for the planning, implementation and management of
programs in accordance with SC’s strategies and policies.
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Working with technical advisers and quality teams where
appropriate.
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Contribute to strategy and proposal development within the
area and be responsible for the relevancy and coherence of the proposals
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Responsibility for all aspects of programmes from contribution
to proposal development, appropriate delivery through to final reporting.
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Ensure that the programmes are appropriately monitored reviewed
and evaluated on a continuous basis across CS
Operational Management
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Overall responsible and accountable for SC’s programmes and
ensure the planning, implementation and management of programs in accordance
with SC’s strategies and policies
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Ensure standardised systems, policies and procedures are in
place, well understood by all staff and in line with the country
programme system and are implemented in an appropriate manner
·
Develop and apply measures of ensuring effective implementation
of programs Support the implementation of the Country Annual Plan and support
the development of Thematic Programme Plans.
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Ensure that the principles of child safeguarding and ‘do no
harm’ are embedded in all programme planning, implementation and reporting and
that staff receive regular, up to date training on same. Ensure transparency in
targeting beneficiaries, delivery of services and participation of
beneficiaries and partners in planning and monitoring of process is reflected
in programme delivery.
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Ensure all SCI Management Operating Standards are followed,
implemented and maintained
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Ensure all contingency and Emergency preparedness plans are
continually updated according to SC operational standards and implemented when
appropriate.
Financial, Budget and Property Management
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Responsible for all budgets (donors and SC’s own
resources) provided to the field programme offices.
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Contribute to monthly variance finance meetings at appropriate
levels with team, ensure timely report providing a variance analysis on each
budget submitted to Area Representative
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Identify any budget challenges or issues such as over or
underspends and propose solutions to line manager as soon as issues are
identified. Ensure that these are identified through the monthly variance
meetings and immediately addressed.
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Oversee the general application and observance of financial
procedures and guidelines set out in SC financial manual and donors’
requirements
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Ensure the grants are managed as per Save the Children’s and
donors’ requirement including the quality and timely submission of reports
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Contribute to development of relevant fundraising plan and
implementation
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Prepare annual budgets for program, assessing costs and
budget/expenditures from projects and asset inventory.
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Prepare, and submit for approval, program budgets and
expenditure forecasts based on established phased budgets.
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Responsible for certifying and authorizing disbursements
according to SC and donor guidelines.
Leadership, HR Management and Development
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Maintain good inter team communications, engender good team
dynamics and take suitable action when problem occurs
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Ensure that clear HR policies and guidelines for international
and national staff are in place and adhered to. Support all managers in
recruitment, induction, placement, promotion, training/development and
separation/termination
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Promote a motivating working environment through teamwork
approaches and appropriate motivational approaches
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Confirm that all HR actions are consistent with the
principles/policies of SC and laws/ regulations of the region or relevant
administration
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Performance management of staff: Ensure staff responsibilities
are well-defined and understood; performance objectives are set and work plans
produced. Regular reviews of job descriptions ensuring they reflect the actual
roles. Agree annual performance objectives with staff lined managed, and make
sure all managers develop objectives with their staff. Ensure six monthly
performance reviews are documented for all staff and ongoing supervisions and
support is provided in carrying out their tasks. Take timely and supportive
action to respond to staff that do not meeting their performance objectives
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Promote issues of diversity and inclusivity within SC’s actions
and programs
Security management and Context Monitoring
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In close collaboration with the Area Representative and the
Security Focal point proactively monitor the political, military and security
situation at local level actively participate in the analysis and in
anticipating the a potential impact on SC’s activities
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In close collaboration with the Area Representative and the
Security focal point, ensure a clear security management plan is in place for
all areas of operations in the field offices and that this is reviewed
regularly.
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In close collaboration with the Area Representative and the
security focal point manage any significant security incidents. If this
involves a “critical incident” the Area Representatives, Director of Operations
– North, Director of Security and Country Director must be informed
immediately.
Partnership management and Development
Working closely with the Area Representative:
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Identify appropriate partners in the field through whom Save the
Children can meet the needs of Children at scale.
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Ensure effective process of developing a Partnership Strategy
aimed at not only defining/clarifying SC’s relationship with partners but also
contribute to our effort of developing strong partners that could speak out for
and address the plight of children in a sustainable manner – building civil
society.
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Ensure that all partnerships are fully compliant with the
required steps in partnership management. These include; the identification of
partners and assessment of their capacity, strong and realistic capacity
building workplans, anti terrorist checks on staff and board members, signing
of agreements in line with standard templates and providing ongoing
monitoring and support
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Ensure that SC’s relationship with partners is grounded on
principles of transparency, trust, joint learning and development.
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Oversee that local implementing partners are discharging their
responsibilities, live up to stipulations stated in the partnership agreement
and take appropriate action
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Ensure that SC partnership approaches and practices comply with
SC’s Chid Safeguarding Policy and where possible promotes effective child
participation of children.
Skills and Behaviours (our Values in Practice)
Accountability:
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Holds self, accountable for making decisions, managing resources
efficiently, achieving and role modelling Save the Children values
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Holds the team and partners (if there are) accountable to
deliver on their responsibilities - giving them the freedom to deliver in the
best way they see fit, providing the necessary development to improve
performance and applying appropriate consequences when results are not achieved
Ambition:
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Sets ambitious and challenging goals for themselves (and their
team), takes responsibility for their own personal development and encourages
others to do the same
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Widely shares their personal vision for Save the Children,
engages and motivates others
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Future orientated, thinks strategically
Collaboration:
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Builds and maintains effective relationships, with their team,
colleagues, members and external partners and supporters
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Values diversity, sees it as a source of competitive strength
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Approachable, good listener, easy to talk to
Creativity:
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Develops and encourages new and innovative solutions
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Willing to take disciplined risks
Integrity:
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Honest, encourages openness and transparency
Qualifications and Experience
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A degree in an area of social development or equivalent.
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Recommended a minimum of 5 years management experience in a
relevant programme in emergency
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Strong knowledge of donors guidelines and in particular ECHO and
DFID
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Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills including
influencing, negotiation and coaching
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Highly developed cultural awareness and ability to work well in
an international environment with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures
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Strong results orientation, with the ability to challenge
existing mind sets
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Experience of solving complex issues through analysis,
definition of a clear way forward and ensuring buy in
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Ability to present complex information in a succinct and
compelling manner
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Ability and willingness to dramatically change work practices
and hours, and work with incoming surge teams, in the event of emergencies
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Fluency in Somali language Desirable
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Fluency in English, both verbal and written, preferred
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Strong knowledge of Word and Excel
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Commitment to Save the Children values
Child Safeguarding Policy:
·
Any employee, consultant, contractor or the supplier undertaking
an activity on behalf of SCI must sign the Child Safeguarding - Declaration of
Acceptance Form and comply with the SCI’s Child Safeguarding Policy which
is a statement of SCI’s commitment to preventing abuse and protecting children
with whom it comes into contact.
·
This extends not only to children with whom SCI and its partners
work directly, but also includes children whom staff are responsible for. Save
the Children's Code of Conduct sets out the standards which all staff members
must adhere to.
How to Apply
If your career aspirations match with the required profile, please send a copy of your CV with a cover letter to EA.recruitment@savethechildren.org by 7th December 2012 4.30pm Kenya time.
For more information please visit our websitewww.savethechildren.net/jobs
We work with children, communities and governments all over the world and we believe in the right person for the job regardless of where you come from and how you identify yourself.
We work with children, communities and governments all over the world and we believe in the right person for the job regardless of where you come from and how you identify yourself.
We need to keep children safe so our selection process reflects
our commitment to ensuring that only those who are suitable to work with
children are considered for these posts.
All successful applicants will therefore be required to complete
a Police Check and must sign onto our Child Protection Policy and
organizational Code of Conduct.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.