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Action against Hunger is an international non-governmental, private, apolitical, non-religious and non-profit organization created in 1979. Its goal is to combat hunger and dangerous situations that threaten men, women and children. Currently 500 expats and more than 5,000 employees are working for Action against Hunger in more than forty-six countries working in projects concerning four areas of focus: nutrition, health, food security and water and sanitation.

The Action against Hunger network is looking for a SharePoint Technical Manager, for our offices in Madrid.

GENERAL OBJECTIVE

The general objective for this position is to provide full oversight, management of departments, and strategic leadership for the Action Against Hunger in Malawi. This is linked closely with representation, negotiation, and partnership building, with a primary focus on identifying and consolidating programming to fill the gaps in the sectors of intervention where Action Against Hunger can have the most positive impact for vulnerable communities in Malawi. The mission relies on the Country Director as the focal point for all endpoint decision making, for legal representation, and for negotiation and cooperation with government, donor, and other stakeholders.

SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES

  • Objective 1: Strategy and Project Cycle Management

Designs, in coordination with his/her team, Desk Officer and HQ, ACF’s strategy of intervention in the country in line with ACF International Strategy. ACF’s Spain general strategy and the legal framework of the organization.

Monitors the political, socio-economic and humanitarian context and informs about it through specific minutes and/or ad hoc reports as appropriate

  • Objective 2: Mission Management: Logistics, HR, and Finance, Team Management and Leadership

Oversees the Logistics and Administrative departments who has overall responsibility for the mission’s financial, administrative and logistics tasks.

The CD is responsible to ensure that ACF’s financial control and risk management procedures are being used and respected.
Coordinates and follows up on activity planning of all the mission’s Coordination Team members

Defines together with HQ and his/her team the organization chart of ACF Malawi mission

  • Objective 3: Security Management
    Together with the Log Department, assesses on a daily basis the security situation through active information gathering and monitoring
  • Objective 4: External Relations

Develops and maintains relationships with key stakeholders, such as donors, authorities, international and local organizations, counterparts, beneficiaries, the press and other external actors related to ACF activities

  • Objective 5: Government Representation and Compliance
    Oversee and ensure the compliance of all internal processes for accountability and transparency to donors, stakeholders, and the government.

PROFILE

  • University Degree in international relations, humanitarian development, social sciences, or other related field. Postgraduate degree in International Cooperation/Development (desirable)
  • Knowledge of ACF sectors of work (Nutrition, Food Security, Agriculture, WASH, or DRR)
  • Minimum 5 years progressively in INGO management/coordination (Country Director level)
  • Experience within ACF International network (mandatory)
  • Familiarity with the social, cultural, political and economic context of Malawi/Southern Africa (desirable)
  • Broad knowledge of humanitarian and development issues
  • Knowledge of Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning processes
  • Experience of working in a highly competitive environment
  • Tertiary knowledge of Action Against Hunger technical sectors and programming (desirable)
  • Knowledge and experience with Kit Log, SAGA, Gespra, No Hunger Forum, and other internal tools (desirable)
  • Strong analytical skills and ability to think strategically
  • Adaptability to and tolerance of stressful conditions and ability to work under pressure and to meet tight deadlines
  • Languages: English (Mandatory) Spanish, French, Local languages (chechewe) considered added value
  • IT and specific systems: Full working knowledge of all Microsoft office applications (experience with Office 365 a plus)
  • Position requires visits to offices in Blantyre, Chikwawa, and other locations as the mission expands. International mobility mandatory for regional meetings and HQ meetings

REMUNERATIVE PACKAGE

We offer immediate incorporation to a dynamic international network with the following remuneration package:

  • Formal work contract: 12 months
  • Base: Lilongwe.
  • Salary: from 35.015,03 € to 43.415,03 € gross per year according to candidate’s previous experience (according to standard list of Action Against Hunger – Spain). Action Against Hunger – Spain remuneration system allows a salary progression based on the annual development appraisal.
  • Action Against Hunger – Spain remuneration system allows a salary progression based on the annual development appraisal.
  • Up to 20% additional remuneration depending on the position’s context and responsibilities (according the grading scale set by Action Against Hunger)
  • House and maintenance covered by the organization (including per diem): package estimated according to the destination.
  • Travel costs to and from the mission.
  • 25 working days of paid leave per year.
  • Break: additional rest period, including travel cost to a reference area and economic help of 215€.
  • Health, repatriation, travel and life insurance covered by the organization.
  • Extra per month and per child (Under 18 years old): from 100€ to 225€ monthly (according to standard list of Action against Hunger – Spain).

How to apply:

We will only consider the candidacies received by our online service. Please click in the following link to accede to the service:

https://employ.acf-e.org/index.php/positions/view/128/

Note. – Given the urgency of this position, the vacancy may close before the deadline. For more information about this position, visit our Website www.accioncontraelhambre.org in case of not find it published here means that the selection process has been closed.

 

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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 non-governmental, private, apolitical, non-religious and non-profit organization created in 1979. Its goal is to combat hunger and dangerous situations that threaten men, women and children. Currently 500 expats and more than 5,000 employees are working for Action against Hunger in more than forty-six countries working in projects concerning four areas of focus: nutrition, health, food security and water and sanitation.

The Action against Hunger network is looking for a SharePoint Technical Manager, for our offices in Madrid.

GENERAL OBJECTIVE

The general objective for this position is to provide full oversight, management of departments, and strategic leadership for the Action Against Hunger in Malawi. This is linked closely with representation, negotiation, and partnership building, with a primary focus on identifying and consolidating programming to fill the gaps in the sectors of intervention where Action Against Hunger can have the most positive impact for vulnerable communities in Malawi. The mission relies on the Country Director as the focal point for all endpoint decision making, for legal representation, and for negotiation and cooperation with government, donor, and other stakeholders.

SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES

  • Objective 1: Strategy and Project Cycle Management

Designs, in coordination with his/her team, Desk Officer and HQ, ACF’s strategy of intervention in the country in line with ACF International Strategy. ACF’s Spain general strategy and the legal framework of the organization.

Monitors the political, socio-economic and humanitarian context and informs about it through specific minutes and/or ad hoc reports as appropriate

  • Objective 2: Mission Management: Logistics, HR, and Finance, Team Management and Leadership

Oversees the Logistics and Administrative departments who has overall responsibility for the mission’s financial, administrative and logistics tasks.

The CD is responsible to ensure that ACF’s financial control and risk management procedures are being used and respected. Coordinates and follows up on activity planning of all the mission’s Coordination Team members

Defines together with HQ and his/her team the organization chart of ACF Malawi mission

  • Objective 3: Security Management Together with the Log Department, assesses on a daily basis the security situation through active information gathering and monitoring
  • Objective 4: External Relations

Develops and maintains relationships with key stakeholders, such as donors, authorities, international and local organizations, counterparts, beneficiaries, the press and other external actors related to ACF activities

  • Objective 5: Government Representation and Compliance Oversee and ensure the compliance of all internal processes for accountability and transparency to donors, stakeholders, and the government.

PROFILE

  • University Degree in international relations, humanitarian development, social sciences, or other related field. Postgraduate degree in International Cooperation/Development (desirable)
  • Knowledge of ACF sectors of work (Nutrition, Food Security, Agriculture, WASH, or DRR)
  • Minimum 5 years progressively in INGO management/coordination (Country Director level)
  • Experience within ACF International network (mandatory)
  • Familiarity with the social, cultural, political and economic context of Malawi/Southern Africa (desirable)
  • Broad knowledge of humanitarian and development issues
  • Knowledge of Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning processes
  • Experience of working in a highly competitive environment
  • Tertiary knowledge of Action Against Hunger technical sectors and programming (desirable)
  • Knowledge and experience with Kit Log, SAGA, Gespra, No Hunger Forum, and other internal tools (desirable)
  • Strong analytical skills and ability to think strategically
  • Adaptability to and tolerance of stressful conditions and ability to work under pressure and to meet tight deadlines
  • Languages: English (Mandatory) Spanish, French, Local languages (chechewe) considered added value
  • IT and specific systems: Full working knowledge of all Microsoft office applications (experience with Office 365 a plus)
  • Position requires visits to offices in Blantyre, Chikwawa, and other locations as the mission expands. International mobility mandatory for regional meetings and HQ meetings

REMUNERATIVE PACKAGE

We offer immediate incorporation to a dynamic international network with the following remuneration package:

  • Formal work contract: 12 months
  • Base: Lilongwe.
  • Salary: from 35.015,03 € to 43.415,03 € gross per year according to candidate’s previous experience (according to standard list of Action Against Hunger - Spain). Action Against Hunger - Spain remuneration system allows a salary progression based on the annual development appraisal.
  • Action Against Hunger - Spain remuneration system allows a salary progression based on the annual development appraisal.
  • Up to 20% additional remuneration depending on the position’s context and responsibilities (according the grading scale set by Action Against Hunger)
  • House and maintenance covered by the organization (including per diem): package estimated according to the destination.
  • Travel costs to and from the mission.
  • 25 working days of paid leave per year.
  • Break: additional rest period, including travel cost to a reference area and economic help of 215€.
  • Health, repatriation, travel and life insurance covered by the organization.
  • Extra per month and per child (Under 18 years old): from 100€ to 225€ monthly (according to standard list of Action against Hunger - Spain).

How to apply:

We will only consider the candidacies received by our online service. Please click in the following link to accede to the service:

https://employ.acf-e.org/index.php/positions/view/128/

Note. - Given the urgency of this position, the vacancy may close before the deadline. For more information about this position, visit our Website www.accioncontraelhambre.org in case of not find it published here means that the selection process has been closed.

 
2017-10-29

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