Country Director, Somalia at Action Against Hunger USA 167 views0 applications

Full Time Kenya Administration - Food and Nutrition - Program/Project Management Print


Action Against Hunger is an international humanitarian organization committed to saving the lives of malnourished children while providing communities with access to safe water and sustainable solutions to hunger.

You’ll contribute to ending world hunger by …

By providing strategic vision and thought leadership, oversee the development , funding and implementation of the country strategy and the growth of program portfolio that effectively addresses the underlying causes and effects of malnutrition in line with Action Against Hunger’s values, Programming Principles, and Strategy. You will play a key role in building and maintaining strategic alliances with multiple stakeholders including the private sector, government actors, donors and partners.

Key activities in your role will include:

  • Designing and implementing an innovative Country strategy
  • Developing the Country office structure to respond to emerging trends
  • Developing and enchanting relationships with influential stakeholders
  • Managing and being part of a mature, dynamic and stable Country team
  • Ensuring the Action Against Hunger-USA Values are firmly integrated into the working culture of the Somalia Country office
  • Generating a strong sense of pride, purpose and belonging among the different teams and contributing towards making Action Against Hunger one of the best non-profit organizations to work for
  • Management and oversight of Country office logistics, human resources, finances and security protocols

REQUIREMENTS

Do you meet the required criteria?

You are enthusiastically pursuing a career in senior management

  • You have a minimum 10 years humanitarian work in an emergency and/or a development context
  • You have at least 5 years of senior management experience
  • You have advance knowledge of donor guidelines and procedures (ECHO, EU, UNICEF, DFID, BPRM, GAC and others.)
  • You have high level financial management skills and are accustomed to steering an organizational budget

You are passionate about leading ambitious programming that has impact

  • You are able to see past the inevitable day-to-day emergencies to set & reinforce a long-term strategic vision for the country office
  • You eagerly engage your teams & promote the development & implementation of innovative approaches to solve core humanitarian problems
  • You’re comfortable coaching & developing the skills of your direct reports, adapting your leadership to professionals who may, or may not, be familiar working in humanitarian action
  • Your knowledge of the donor community ensures projects respond to the most pressing humanitarian needs & that activities remain compliant with grant requirements
  • You’re able to analyze changes in your context & discuss the implications with senior operational staff. You are comfortable communicating HQ decisions to your team & relevant partners
  • You intuitively adapt how you communicate context analysis, strategy, policies & procedures to suit different audiences – both verbally & in writing
  • You are diplomatic but tenacious. You recognize that advocating for change & innovative programming requires building strong relationships with donors, local authorities & other partners, while retaining the space to speak confidently about Action Against Hunger’s programs & our knowledge of the humanitarian needs

Your work style builds confidence with others

  • You are an astute negotiator and know how to reach Win-Win outcomes
  • You are a tactful speaker & expert listener
  • You believe that every problem has a solution. It is the way we approach the problem that makes the difference
  • You are able to remain calm under pressure and can easily adapt to changing circumstances
  • You are able to continuously motivate yourself and your teams to deliver high standards of work
  • You demonstrate strong self-awareness and are not afraid to take responsibility for your actions.
  • You are ready and willing to integrate into hard working and fun team that believes in doing ordinary things extraordinarily well

BENEFITS

Action Against Hunger values its employees and offers a comprehensive remuneration and benefits package. These include but are not limited to: –

  • Health Insurance
  • R&R Breaks
  • Paid annual leave (vacation)
  • Training opportunities
  • Child allowance

For an all-inclusive list of benefits check the Action Against Hunger Website

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  • Job City Nairobi
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Action Against Hunger

Action Against Hunger works to save lives by combating hunger and diseases that threaten the lives of vulnerable communities, through nutrition, food security, water and sanitation, health and advocacy.

Action Against Hunger saves lives while building long-term strategies for self-sufficiency:

  • Lifesaving impact in 45+ countries
  • 6,500+ field staff assisting more than 14.9 million people in 2015
  • 35+ years of expertise in contexts of conflict, disasters and food crises

Our global efforts save hundreds of thousands of lives each year, but millions of malnourished children remain in need of lifesaving treatment.

Why Our Work Matters

Deadly malnutrition claims the lives of 1 million children each year, even though it’s:

  1. PREDICTABLE: We know where and when to expect acute malnutrition
  2. PREVENTABLE: We know how to help children stay healthy
  3. TREATABLE: Therapeutic ready-to-use foods can help save millions
  4. AFFORDABLE: Just $45 can provide a child with lifesaving treatment

You can trust Action Against Hunger. Here’s why:

  • Highest four-star rating from Charity Navigator, ten years in a row
  • Listed as an “A”-rated organization by CharityWatch
  • We're accountable, meeting all 20 Better Business Bureau standards
  • Earned Guidestar's Gold Participant Seal for our commitment to transparency
  • Awarded the “Best in America” seal by the Independent Charities of America

What Others Are Saying

Don’t take it from us: here’s what others have to say of our work:

“Action Against Hunger is a NGO that is action oriented. I can truthfully say that they deliver services to those in need and are very present on the ground. They make lasting positive change in the lives of people. I worked for them in four countries and have a good understanding of how they work.”

– Holimata, Great Nonprofits Review

“Action Against Hunger is in war-torn countries that many fear to tread. They are technical people… that forgo the comforts of modern life to assist local populations and refugees at the most fundamental level in the most dangerous locales. They provide nutrition, healthcare, sanitation, and food sustainability. They train populations to be self-sufficient. Although these dedicated men and women want to eliminate the need for their services, humanity is not willing and forces them to witness the most heinous actions.”

– President Nelson Mandela, Recipient, Action Against Hunger Humanitarian Prize 2004

“As a field worker and a partner... I recommend Action Against Hunger as an effective and important organization. Through their integrated approach and expertise in nutrition, food security and water, sanitation and hygiene they are saving lives and improving them for years to come in some of the poorest parts of the planet.”

– Water Advocate, Great Nonprofits Review, Dec. 8, 2011

“Action Against Hunger—the title speaks for itself. This is a remarkable organization with a staff of energetic, enthusiastic and deeply committed people who are determined to make a difference to the lives of thousands of people. There are millions who do not have access to clean water, food, health services or education. They are condemned to a grinding life of poverty with no choices. Action Against Hunger is changing this. Their training programs are improving the quality of life and health and, above all, bringing hope to thousands in underdeveloped countries. I commend them for their outstanding work and welcome the opportunity to express my support.”

– Desmond Tutu, Archbishop Emeritus, Recipient, Action Against Hunger Humanitarian Prize 2006

“I’ve been covering humanitarian crises since the early 1990s and have often been impressed by the work of Action Against Hunger. They are among the first to respond when tragedies unfold, and they work to ensure that communities have a fighting chance to get back on their feet... The nightly news can often seem overwhelming, but it’s important to remember there are effective ways to fight hunger and overcome poverty, and along with groups like Action Against Hunger, you can become part of the solution.”

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Action Against Hunger is an international humanitarian organization committed to saving the lives of malnourished children while providing communities with access to safe water and sustainable solutions to hunger.

You'll contribute to ending world hunger by ...

By providing strategic vision and thought leadership, oversee the development , funding and implementation of the country strategy and the growth of program portfolio that effectively addresses the underlying causes and effects of malnutrition in line with Action Against Hunger's values, Programming Principles, and Strategy. You will play a key role in building and maintaining strategic alliances with multiple stakeholders including the private sector, government actors, donors and partners.

Key activities in your role will include:

  • Designing and implementing an innovative Country strategy
  • Developing the Country office structure to respond to emerging trends
  • Developing and enchanting relationships with influential stakeholders
  • Managing and being part of a mature, dynamic and stable Country team
  • Ensuring the Action Against Hunger-USA Values are firmly integrated into the working culture of the Somalia Country office
  • Generating a strong sense of pride, purpose and belonging among the different teams and contributing towards making Action Against Hunger one of the best non-profit organizations to work for
  • Management and oversight of Country office logistics, human resources, finances and security protocols

REQUIREMENTS

Do you meet the required criteria?

You are enthusiastically pursuing a career in senior management

  • You have a minimum 10 years humanitarian work in an emergency and/or a development context
  • You have at least 5 years of senior management experience
  • You have advance knowledge of donor guidelines and procedures (ECHO, EU, UNICEF, DFID, BPRM, GAC and others.)
  • You have high level financial management skills and are accustomed to steering an organizational budget

You are passionate about leading ambitious programming that has impact

  • You are able to see past the inevitable day-to-day emergencies to set & reinforce a long-term strategic vision for the country office
  • You eagerly engage your teams & promote the development & implementation of innovative approaches to solve core humanitarian problems
  • You’re comfortable coaching & developing the skills of your direct reports, adapting your leadership to professionals who may, or may not, be familiar working in humanitarian action
  • Your knowledge of the donor community ensures projects respond to the most pressing humanitarian needs & that activities remain compliant with grant requirements
  • You’re able to analyze changes in your context & discuss the implications with senior operational staff. You are comfortable communicating HQ decisions to your team & relevant partners
  • You intuitively adapt how you communicate context analysis, strategy, policies & procedures to suit different audiences - both verbally & in writing
  • You are diplomatic but tenacious. You recognize that advocating for change & innovative programming requires building strong relationships with donors, local authorities & other partners, while retaining the space to speak confidently about Action Against Hunger’s programs & our knowledge of the humanitarian needs

Your work style builds confidence with others

  • You are an astute negotiator and know how to reach Win-Win outcomes
  • You are a tactful speaker & expert listener
  • You believe that every problem has a solution. It is the way we approach the problem that makes the difference
  • You are able to remain calm under pressure and can easily adapt to changing circumstances
  • You are able to continuously motivate yourself and your teams to deliver high standards of work
  • You demonstrate strong self-awareness and are not afraid to take responsibility for your actions.
  • You are ready and willing to integrate into hard working and fun team that believes in doing ordinary things extraordinarily well

BENEFITS

Action Against Hunger values its employees and offers a comprehensive remuneration and benefits package. These include but are not limited to: -

  • Health Insurance
  • R&R Breaks
  • Paid annual leave (vacation)
  • Training opportunities
  • Child allowance

For an all-inclusive list of benefits check the Action Against Hunger Website

 2017-06-29

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