Operations Director, South Sudan
World Vision International
World Vision is a humanitarian, development and advocacy organisation devoted to improving the lives of children, families and their communities around the world. Our 45,000+ staff members working in more than 90 countries are united through our ethos, mission and shared desire for all individuals, especially children, to overcome poverty, inequality and injustice.
Here’s where you come in:
As Senior Program Officer you will lead, develop, direct and manage all aspects of World Vision’s Programmes in South Sudan ensuring that the ministry achieves optimum impact on child well-being as well as attain organizational Vision, Mission and Core Values. You will ensure that World Vision South Sudan upholds the integrated focus of the organization’s ministry which is child focused, Christian, and community based, and that it complements the plans of the Government of South Sudan. You will also ensure that WV South Sudan is accountable to all partners and that all work is of the highest standard, cost effective and adheres to standards and policies of World Vision International.
Requirements include:
· Bachelors’ Degree in rural development, agricultural sciences, social sciences or other development related field.
· A minimum of 10 years of experience in relief and development work preferably within World Vision.
· At least two years senior management experience or middle level management experience.
· Proficiency in the English Language.
HOW TO APPLY:
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World Vision is dedicated to our team members’ development and their success. We aspire for all employees to be fulfilled through their work and their contributions to an organisation working to provide long-term sustainable solutions to the world’s most vulnerable people.
Find the full responsibilities and requirements for this position online and apply by the closing date 11 April 2016. For more information on World Vision International, please visit our website: www.wvi.org.Due to the number of applications received, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.