CARE is looking for a Country Director (CD) who is CARE's senior representative in the country of her/his assignment and is responsible for ensuring that CARE's work in that country contribute to CARE's vision of "a world of hope, tolerance and social justice, where poverty has been eliminated and people live with dignity and security". The CD is expected to provide strategic leadership and guidance to the country office team and ensure that CARE's role and mandate in the country are appropriate to the operating context and position CARE as partner of choice and a significant contributor to reducing poverty and social injustice.
The CD is responsible for overseeing the development, funding and implementation of the CO strategy and a program portfolio (including emergency programming) that effectively addresses the underlying causes of poverty in line with CARE's Programming Principles. S/he must also ensure that systems are in place and being properly implemented that ensure the proper management, well-being and safety of CARE staff and the proper stewardship of CARE resources. The CD is responsible for promoting Gender Equity and Diversity and ensuring an organizational culture where CARE core values - Respect, Integrity, Commitment and Excellence - are practiced, team work is encouraged and all staff feels valued. S/he is responsible for establishing and maintaining good working relationships with host government officials, donors and other partners.
Responsibilities and Tasks:
· Staff Management
· Strategic Planning
· Programming
· Strategic Support
· Human Resources
· External Relations and Partnerships
· Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications (Know-How):
· Bachelor's Degree in related field
· 8 years in senior management position in development field
· Program Management
· People/Relationship Management
· Financial Management
· Information/Knowledge Management
· External Relationships/Fundraising
Our diversity is our strength; we encourage people from all backgrounds and experiences, particularly women, to apply.
CARE USA is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
The closing date for this posting, if listed, is approximate. Job postings may be removed from CARE's career website at any time.
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