Deputy Country Representative Job in Nairobi Kenya

German Agro Action / Welthungerhilfe is an International NGO operating in various Counties in Kenya and is currently looking for a qualified candidate to fill the position of Deputy Country Representative for a fixed term.
 
The position is Nairobi based.
 
To qualify as a Deputy Country Representative the candidate must poses the following:-
  • Relevant experience in development cooperation and humanitarian aid operations in developing countries,
  • Proven over 6 years of experience in management or leadership positions, including financial and HR management in a multi-cultural working environment,
  • Advanced University degree (Masters) preferably International Affairs, political or Social Sciences or related fields
  • Experience in working with local organizations and authorities, UN agencies and international NGOs,
  • Experience in fundraising for international institutional agencies and managing budgets with diverse donor base,
  • A clear and sound understanding of international development (policy and programme), especially in the water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) projects,
  • Good command of both German and English as working languages,
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access and excellent knowledge of SAP and WINPACCS software is a prerequisite
Qualified applicants are invited to submit a one-page motivation letter, detailed CV highlighting own skills, language skills and contact details of three referees, not later than 20.06.2013 to: 

The HR Manager, 
German Agro Action / Welthungerhilfe, 
P. O. Box 38829-00623, 
Nairobi, Kenya. 


Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.