Save the Children is the world’s leading independent organisation for children. We work in 120 countries. We save children’s lives; we fight for their rights; we help them fulfil their potential.
We work together, with our partners, to inspire breakthroughs in the way the world treats children and to achieve immediate and lasting change in their lives.
We have over two million supporters worldwide and raised 1.9 billion dollars last year to reach more children than ever before, through programmes in health, nutrition, education, protection and child rights, also in times of humanitarian crises.
Following a major transition, our international programmes are now delivered through a merged operation with c15,000 staff, managed through seven regional hubs and reporting to a relatively small, central office. We’re changing to become more efficient, more aligned, a better partner, a stronger advocate, a magnet for world-class people and relevant for the 21st century.
Contract length:2 years
The role As a member of the Senior Management Team, the Director of Program Operations shares in the overall responsibility for the direction and coordination of the Country Office. The Director of Program Operations in his/her capacity is responsible for the effective delivery of all programming in country, including the management of all State and sub offices, emergency preparedness and response (including DRR), and logistics for the Country Office in Nigeria.
Qualifications and experience
Recommended a minimum of 6 years management experience in a corporate or an NGO environment, including significant field operations experience running both emergency and development programs
Robust experience of NGO development and emergency program cycle management, and with experience of working within a complex and matrix organisation structure
A proven record of leading a respons to humanitarian crisis within an ongoing development programme.
Substantial experience in logistics, including procurement, supply chain, fleet management & inventory
Proven experience of working with key international donors and raising funds including USAID/, DfID, ECHO/EU.
Substantial experience and knowledge of effective financial and budgetary control
Solid project and personnel management skills related to organisational development projects and international, cross-functional teams with a proven history of delivering results
Ability to analyze information, evaluate options and to think and plan strategically
An in-depth understanding of national and international development issues in particular in relation to children
Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills
Fluency in written and spoken English
Commitment to and understanding of Save the Children’s aims, values and principles including rights-based approaches
We need to keep children safe so our selection process reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse.
To see a full a job description, please visit our website at www.savethechildren.net/jobs
Please apply in English using your CV and covering letter as a single document, including your salary expectations for this role.
HOW TO APPLY:
Application Email: Please apply with a covering letter and up-to-date CV to: ‘asobossi.50070.3830@savethechildrenint.aplitrak.com’