I. Background on ACTED
ACTED is a French humanitarian NGO, founded in 1993, which supports vulnerable populations, affected by humanitarian crises worldwide. ACTED provides continued support to vulnerable communities by ensuring the sustainability of post-crisis interventions and engaging long-term challenges facing our target populations, in order to break the poverty cycle, foster development and reduce vulnerability to disasters. Our interventions seek to cover the multiple aspects of humanitarian and development crises through a multidisciplinary approach which is both global and local, and adapted to each context. Our 3,300 staff is committed in to responding to emergencies worldwide, to supporting recovery and rehabilitation, towards sustainable development.
Our teams in the field implement some 340 projects in 34 countries covering the following sectors emergency relief, food security, access to health, education and training, economic development, microfinance, advocacy, institutional support, and regional dialogue, cultural promotion.
Based on considerable experience addressing the needs and situations of vulnerable communities, ACTED contributes to the international agenda towards reaching the Millennium Development Goals, through a wide range of partnerships, innovative initiatives, and campaigns.
II. Country Profile
Many positions are opened in the following countries:
- Uganda
- Sudan
- South Sudan
- Kenya & Somalia
To get more information about our programs in the field, check our website:
III. Position Profile
The Deputy Area Coordinator is assisting the Area Coordinator on his task regarding support department – meaning the implementation of ACTED’s global mandate in the relevant area, and the scope of activities developed within this mandate.
Functions
1. Ensure ACTED Representation in the area of activity
- Representation vis-à-vis provincial authorities:
Participate in official meetings to ensure maximum visibility vis-à-vis provincial authorities.
More generally, the deputy area coordination in charge of support (FLAT) is expected to contribute to the creation of a positive image and overall credibility of the organisation, notably through the application of ACTED’s mandate, ethics, values and stand-point with regard to other actors.
2. Contribute to the development of a global intervention strategy and to support its implementation at provincial level
- Analyse the context and develop strategic plans with the Area Coordinator, in consultation with the Country Director:
Gather and analyse information regarding opportunities and risk;
Define an operational strategy for finances and HR.
- Implement the financial strategy:
Oversee drafting of projects and budget development;
Lead fund-raising and negotiations with Donors in the area of intervention;
Lead the application and adherence to contract terms and requirements;
Supervise overall financial commitments and financial risk.
- Implement the operational strategy:
Supervise Project Managers of the area of intervention in project implementation;
Help the various teams in negotiations with provincial/local authorities and partners;
Ensure global coordination and complementarity amongst projects within the area of intervention;
Assess activities and ensure efficient use of resources.
- Oversee reporting procedures:
Develop a finance and logistics reporting schedule with regard to Donor deadlines;
Plan and supervise the development of financial reports;
Ensure adherence to FLAT procedures.
More generally, communicate systematically to the Area Coordinator and Country Director the development of the area strategy and its implementation.
3. Oversee Staff and Security
- Guide and direct the staff of the area of intervention:
Organise and lead coordination meetings;
Prepare and follow work plans;
Ensure a positive working environment and good team dynamics (solve out potential conflicts);
Promote team working conditions in the limit of private life;
Adapt the organigramme and ToRs of support personnel according to the area development;
Undertake regular appraisals of directly supervised colleagues andpass appraisal forms to the Country Administrator with recommendations (new position, changes to contract or salary etc.);
- Contribute to the recruitment of expatriate staff:
Follow recruitment procedures: plan recruitment needs in advance; draft ToRs for open vacancies; if necessary undertake phone interviews with candidates;
When requested by HQ, undertake interviews of expatriate candidates living in the area of intervention.
- Oversee staff security:
In cooperation with the Area Security focal point, monitor the local security situation and inform both Area Coordinator and Country Director of developments through regular written reports;
Update the security guidelines in the area of intervention;
Ensure that security procedures are respected by the whole staff.
IV. Qualifications:
- Master Level education in a relevant field such as International Relations or Development
- Extensive project management experience (management, planning, staff development and training
- skills) in emergency and/or development programmes
- At least 2 years of previous work experience in a high management position
- Proven capabilities in leadership and management required
- Excellent skills in written and spoken English
- Strong negotiation and interpersonal skills, and flexibility in cultural and organizational terms
- Knowledge of local language and/or regional experience an asset
- Ability to work well and punctually under pressure
V. Conditions:
- Salary defined by the ACTED salary grid; educational level, expertise, hardship, security, and performance are considered for pay bonus
- Additional monthly living allowance
- Free food and lodging provided at the organisation’s guesthouse
- Transportation costs covered, including additional return ticket + luggage allowance
- Provision of medical, life, and repatriation insurance + retirement package
How to apply:
Please send, in English, your cover letter, CV, and three references tojobs@acted.orgwith the job offer reference as object of your email.
Ref : DAC/EastAFRI/SA
