Friday, October 10, 2014

CARE Somalia Country Director Job in Kenya

CARE Somalia is an International NGO working in Somalia. CARE and its partners work with vulnerable communities to address the underlying causes of poverty and promote peace and development, through its strategic goal to reduce poverty by empowering women, enhancing access to resources and services, and improving governance.
 
General Description of the Role: CARE is seeking a Country Director for Somalia based in Nairobi, Kenya. The Country Director (CD) is CARE International (CI)’s legal representative in Somalia. 

S/he leads CARE’s strategy and operations in that country towards CARE’s vision of “a world of hope, tolerance and social justice, where poverty has been eliminated and people live with dignity and security”. 

More specifically, the CD drives for impact that benefits women and girls, address injustice and discrimination, and enhances the lives of poor and vulnerable communities. 

The CD provides strategic leadership and guidance to the Country Office team and to external partners.

Requirements (Person Specification)
  • Bachelor’s Degree in related field
  • 6-8 years in senior management position in development field
  • Demonstrated experience in leading strategic and operational planning
  • Demonstrated People/Relationship Management
  • Budgetary control and financial management skills
  • Ability to establish a learning culture within the CO and to facilitate knowledge sharing across CARE
  • Experience in establishing and maintaining External Relationships/Fundraising
  • Experience in liaising with government officials and a variety of donors
  • Strong representation, influencing and negotiation skills.
How to Apply
 
For more information or to apply for this position please go to http://ch.tbe.taleo.net/CH05/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=CAREUSA&cws=1&rid=2458.
 
CARE is an Equal Opportunity Employer, promoting gender, equity and diversity.

Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. 

Our selection process reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse.
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