Senior Regional Human Resources Manager
As a key member of the Regional Human
Resources team and in close collaboration with the Regional HR Director, you
will be responsible for supporting and advising the country programmes on the
various HR processes and systems Specifically in Reward/ Compensation and
benefits.
Qualifications and Experience
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Masters and/or postgraduate
specialisation in Human Resources or Business Administration (MBA) with
specialisation in Human Resources
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Recommended a minimum of 10 years of
management experience in a corporate or an NGO environment, including
experience in the development of strategic and operational support services
plans and their implementation in a professional work environment over a
sustained period of time
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Ability to plan and organise a
substantial workload that includes complex, diverse tasks and responsibilities
in both development and emergency contexts
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Resourcefulness and creativity in
developing the role of HR within the programme and ensuring the most effective
support to line management
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Willingness and ability to
dramatically change work practices and hours, and work with incoming surge
teams, in the event of emergencies
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Experience in capacity building and
setting frameworks for staff development;
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Excellent oral and written
communication skills in English
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Strong interpersonal skills with the
ability to demonstrate skills in leading a multi- disciplined team through a
period of change
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Analytical, decision making and
strategic planning skills and the ability to handle multiple priorities
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Ability to coach, mentor, delegate
appropriately and provide developmental guidance to supervised staff
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Competent level skills in HRIS, IT
applications, particularly MS Office
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A commitment to the values and
principles of Save the Children
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Experience of exposure to developing
countries and in Rwanda will be an asset
How to Apply
Please apply in English saving your
CV and covering letter as a single document, including your salary expectations
for this role.
Regional Communications and Media Officer
The Regional Communications and Media
Officer role will work closely with the Regional Communications and Media
Manager to leverage programs success and operations by positioning the
organization as a lead source of information about children, with visible
presence, while creating a compelling dialogue of Save the Children’s brand to
motivate action and improve impact.
Responsibilities
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Support in the packaging of programme
stories and content that profiles East and Southern Africa by delivering
effective and timely communication
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Support in the development and
packing of humanitarian communication materials by promoting knowledge to
influence advocacy, policy and body of knowledge
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Manage media enquiries, obtain
coverage by developing strong media relations
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Support in the development and
posting of content for external sites through a range of activities
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Support in the production of all key
communication assets that enable Save the Children International and its
membership to amplify our voice and speak out on behalf of children affected by
emergencies.
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Support in coordinating a diverse
communications portfolio, contributing to strategy development, leading special
projects including reports amongst others.
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Support digital communications,
multimedia and social media platforms
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Provide support to ensure Save the
Children’s brand and values are streamlined and reflected across all external
communications channels, meeting content needs in all aspects.
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Support in profiling Save the
Children’s life-saving work in emergencies and development work across a range
of platforms including online, television broadcast and print outlets.
Qualifications
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Education to BSc/BA level in a
relevant subject or equivalent field experience
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Proven experience of developing and
managing the production of communications materials for INGOs or other similar
organisations in emergencies and in humanitarian crises for a minimum of 5
years.
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Can produce accurate, clear and
consistent information and communication outputs relating to both programme
support and humanitarian situation – including key messages, Q&A’s and
factsheets, case studies, press releases, media statements, briefs amongst
others
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Evidence of excellent English verbal
and written communication skills for a wide range of different audiences
including donors, journalists and the ‘general public’. Ability to
strategically target a wide range of audiences is essential.
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Deep understanding of the East and
Southern Africa context, specifically the countries in the Horn of Africa, and
South Sudan and Uganda, and particularly relating to international NGO work
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Excellent relationship building skills
in order to work across all Country Offices and various Members
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The ability to support the
communications team in high-pressure situations, with changing deadlines and
priorities, and in a complex humanitarian situation;
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Understanding of how to manage strategic
media engagement in politically sensitive environments essential.
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Experience in leading information and
communication flows between emergency responses and a variety of internal and
external stakeholders;
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Proven ability to work with
communities and partners to gather case studies, testimonies and information on
the humanitarian situation and on programmes.
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Excellent IT skills, especially in
Microsoft Word, technical aptitude in MS Office.
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Excellent understanding of
communication and information needs across fundraising, media and campaigning
activities, as well donor and member requirements and standards;
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Experience in capacity building and
managing humanitarian communications teams;
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Ability to maintain confidentiality
and discretion. Politically and culturally sensitive with qualities of
patience, tact and diplomacy;
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An initiative-taking, proactive,
inspiring attitude with the ability to manage and prioritise an unpredictable
workload and solve problems quickly with limited support;
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Ability to fact check, proofread,
edit and draft materials;
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The capacity and willingness to be
extremely flexible and accommodating in difficult working circumstances.
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Commitment and interest in Save the
Children’s mission, vision and values. In particular, a good understanding of
Save the Children mandate and child focus and an ability to ensure this
continues to underpin our support
How to Apply
Please apply in English saving your
CV and covering letter as a single document, including your salary expectations
for this role.
