Country: Senegal
Closing date: 19 May 2018
Programme Development Advisors International Office Region West & Central Africa
Location:Dakar - Senegal
Tasks and Responsibilities
Under the leadership of the Director of Programmes IOR WCAF, the Programme Advisor supports programme development within the WCAF region with a focus on 4 to 6 countries. As the main counterpart of national programmes staff, the Programme Advisor WCAF builds capacity of and provides technical expertise to national Programme teams. She/he monitors the implementation of organisational and international quality standards, policies, and policy support documents in SOS Children’s Village Programmes and on national level. She/he contributes to the development of standards and policies in her/his area of expertise and as required on regional level.
Requirements
Master’s degree (or equivalent) in psychology, social work, child protection, education, community/programme development, gender, child and youth development or related field
Technical expertise in alternative care, community empowerment/development, child protection, gender and/or results-based management is highly desirable.
At least 3 years managing resources and providing support to field offices.
Project management experience.
Experience coordinating processes with large groups of stakeholders.
Team player,
Strong written and verbal communication skills in both French and English.
Be able to successfully and productively resolve problems
Be able to successfully manage time, plans, projects and other related tasks
Be able to adequately function in a high expectancy and demand position, including significant travel
Be able to continuously meet targets and surpass expectations
Commitment to the values of SOS CVI
We offer
Diverse, creative and challenging opportunities in an international working environment
Possibility to make significant contribution towards the development of Member Associations in the Region
Competitive compensation package and excellent development opportunities
In accordance with the organisation’s child protection policy, all employment is subject to applicable background checks, including criminal record checks
What We Stand For:
SOS Children’s Villages is committed to creating and maintaining a caring and protective environment, which promotes its core values, and prevents and addresses child abuse and exploitation. We strongly condemn all forms of child abuse and exploitation, be it within or outside of our organization, and always respond to any case of proven, alleged or attempted abuse within our sphere of influence according to its nature. Efforts ensure that mechanisms are in place to raise awareness, aid prevention, encourage reporting and ease response. They range from human resource development actions such as training and counselling to measures such as suspension, dismissal, and legal action.
How to apply:
If you are interested in this position, please send your detailed e-mail application CV + Cover letter by 19 May 2018 at the latest to jobs.iorwcaf@sos-kd.org.**
SOS-Children’s Villages International,www.sos-childrensvillages.org/
The position title (PD Advisor) must be mentioned in the subject line.
Only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted.