Are you energised by the thought of working in an organisation that supports people and communities to tackle the root causes of poverty and injustice? Do you love working in a global organisation with an inclusive and collaborative culture? Then Trócaire wants to hear from you! Read on for more details about this exciting opportunity.
The Opportunity
As the Country Director for Trócaire Malawi, you will assume a pivotal strategic leadership position, driving the organisation’s mission and achieving its goals. This dynamic role calls for an experienced, innovative, and visionary individual to lead a team of high-performing development specialists and manage a diverse portfolio of local partners in addressing complex challenges. As the Country Director, you will provide exceptional strategic guidance to our country program, ensuring alignment with Trócaire’s mission and values while fostering impact and innovation. Your responsibilities encompass overseeing program implementation and ensuring effectiveness, efficiency, and impactful outcomes. You will spearhead our advocacy and policy efforts in Malawi, actively engaging decision-makers at local, national, and international levels while empowering local partners to do the same. As a key leader within the International Division, you will contribute to shaping our overarching strategy and direction. This role necessitates a robust international development and management background, coupled with an unwavering commitment to social justice and human rights.
Trócaire has an exciting and well-established programme in Malawi, having been working in Malawi since 1976. The country programme partners with 15 local organisations across seven Southern and Central districts in Malawi to achieve Climate and Environmental Justice, ensure Women and Girls’ Protection Voice & Influence, and undertake Humanitarian Preparedness and Response. Trocarie Malawi is at the fore of Trócaire’s organisational efforts and international initiatives to drive climate and environmental justice, including some of the first work globally on Loss & Damage. Malawi is a member of Trócaire’s Climate Change and Gender Portfolio with Rwanda, Sierra Leone, Zimbabwe and Ethiopia.
Reporting to the Head of Portfolio, Climate Change & Gender, you will lead a team of 20 dedicated professionals and manage a diverse portfolio of approximately 15 local and national partners. Located in Lilongwe, Malawi, this role entails frequent travel to partner, project, and community sites and periodic travel outside Malawi.
About Trócaire
Founded in 1973, Trócaire is an Irish International NGO and a member of Caritas Internationalis. We work with local partners in the world’s most at-risk communities and with people in Ireland to tackle the underlying causes of poverty and injustice and respond to the crises injustice and poverty create. Together we bring about positive and lasting change for a just world. Trócaire works in up to 20 countries across Africa, Asia, Latin America and the Middle East. We work towards five goals:
• Defend Human Rights and Promote Access to Justice
• Achieve Climate & Environmental Justice
• Ensure Women & Girls’ Protection, Voice & Influence
• Save Lives and Protect Human Dignity
• Mobilise the Public on the island of Ireland to achieve Global Justice
Our work is rooted in Catholic Social Teaching and our values of Solidarity, Courage, Participation, Perseverance and Accountability. In responding to emergencies, implementing long-term development programmes, and advocating for policy change, we are committed to working in partnership with local organisations and communities to bring about lasting change.
Requirements
You will report to the Head of Portfolio, Climate Change & Gender.The job opportunity will be offered on an international accompanied contract for three years and is based in Lilongwe, Malawi.
As the Country Director for Trócaire Malawi, we seek a dynamic, experienced leader with a proven strategic leadership and management track record. You should have demonstrated experience managing development and humanitarian programs on a substantial scale, ideally with experience running a country office. Your expertise in program management, partnership development and stakeholder engagement will be essential for success in this role.
To excel in this position, you should have a sound understanding of development concepts and methodologies, including results-based management and participatory approaches. Experience in financial management, compliance, and governance is crucial to ensure effective resource allocation and adherence to organisational policies.
As a leader, you will be pivotal in cultivating an inclusive, high-performing team. Your ability to think strategically, analytically, creatively and innovatively and attract institutional donor funding will be instrumental in your success.
We value a growth mindset and commitment to continual improvement that strives for excellence. Your experience managing teams in a multicultural environment and fostering inclusivity will be essential. Strong communication, interpersonal skills, and the ability to facilitate collaboration are critical for building effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders. You are adept at practising active listening and soliciting, considering and valuing diverse perspectives and contrary opinions.
If you are a highly motivated individual with a strong competitive drive and a burning passion for making a positive, sustainable and impactful difference, we invite you to join our team as the Country Director for Trócaire Malawi – Please submit a one-page Cover Letter and your CV (no more than 2 pages) with your application. Trócaire reserves the right to close a recruitment before the deadline of the announcement. We thank you for your understanding.
Benefits
What we can offer you:
Trócaire offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including housing, school fees, medical insurance, a pension scheme, life assurance and generous annual leave.
Safeguarding Programme Participants-Children & Adults
Trócaire is committed to safeguarding people within our programmes from exploitation and abuse and has clear expectations of all staff.
We welcome diverse applicants to join our inclusive workforce.
Trócaire is an equal opportunities employer. We are an organisation that embraces diversity and inclusion. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds to bring their experiences and perspectives to Trócaire.
Reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities can be provided to support participation in the recruitment process when requested and indicated in the application or by contacting hr@Trócaire.org.
More Information
- Job City Malawi
