CARE is recruiting to fill the following positions:

1.) Assistant Director, Programs
2.) Assistant Director, Program Support

See job details and how to apply below.

1.) Assistant Director, Programs

Work Location : Sierra Leone - Freetown

Type of Post : Not Applicable

Other Possible Location :

Funding : APPROVED

Expected Travel : up to 20%

Type of Contract :

Language Requirement : ENGLISH

Application Deadline :

Employee Duration : Full-Time

The Assistant Country Director (ACD)- Program is responsible for ensuring that CARE's programs in Sierra Leone/Liberia are positioned to significantly contributes to CARE's Vision 2030. The ACD Programs provides strategic leadership in the areas of program development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation and ensures that CARE's programs/projects make a significant contribution to reducing poverty and social injustice. This person is responsible for overseeing the development, testing and implementation of new and innovative program approaches that are synchronized with the country office (CO) program strategy. They will work closely with, and is supported by the program units at the regional level, interested CARE International Member Partners, and CARE Global levels.

The ACD Programs is responsible for ensuring that program, program strategies and program quality and budgeting remain in line with CARE International Standards and the regional program strategy. They will ensure that CARE's programming principles and strategic directions are reflected in programs and understood by all members of program staff. The ACD Programs is responsible for ensuring integration across key programs with an emphasis on developing strong links between development and emergency programs as well as in building resilience. As the key contact person with senior programming staff, the ACD Programs ensures a coherent program approach with key synergies across all projects.

The ACD Programs is a key member of the Country Office Senior Management Team and as such is responsible for leading and supporting CO initiatives. They will be responsible for (along with the CD) maintaining good working relationships with host government officials, donors and other partners and may required to play the role Acting CD when the CD is out of the country.

Responsibilities:

•  Program Development and Resource Mobilization
  •  Lead the country office project to Program shift in accordance with the program strategy review conducted in CY 19 , develop new programs in the 2 countries, ensure they are well aligned with CARE's program approach, vision 2030 and the CARE global and regional program strategy.
  •  Ensure that CARE programs address the underlying causes of poverty and ensure alignment with the key strategic roles; incorporate gender, risk reduction, and environmental considerations;
  •  Lead and oversee CARE's proposal development and resource mobilization activities - starting with a sound go, no-go process, and duly consider appropriate partnerships.
•  Program Quality and Management
  •  Oversee program implementation through regular field visits (at least quaterly), supervision and close coordination among program team members, participation in planning and monitoring activities.
  •  Ensure all newly developed programs and initiatives and current initiatives are integrated and consistent with with CO program strategy and with the CI Programming Principles.
•  Staff Management
  •  Review and update job descriptions. Recruit, develop and retain high quality and committed staff who embody CARE policies, procedures and systems, and the requirements of the program approach.
  •  Provide clear guidance to direct reports on expectations (IOP) and regular feedback and coaching; Hold periodic meetings with each direct reports and process regular performance reviews.
•  Finance and Administration Management
  •  Closely collaborate with Program Support and Finance departments to ensure staff are aware and familiar with financial and administrative requirements and procedures, procurement plans, problem solving mechanisms and ensure the most effective and efficient use of resources.
  •  Ensure budgets, procurement plans, requisitions and service requests are developed and shared in a timely manner for all projects and proposals.
•  Advocacy, Partnerships and External Relations
  •  Establish and maintain excellent relations with: officials, donors, international and national NGOs, CBOs and other civil society organizations with special attention to development of partnerships and alliances that will contribute to the program approach.
  •  Work with the leadership team to develop and implement humanitarian and development policy and advocacy, including engaging in senior level policy influence.

QUALIFICATIONS

Experience 1. 10 years of progressive overseas experience in humanitarian and development programs 2. Substantial experience leading large and complex humanitarian and development programs in CARE 3. Demonstrated experience in emergency response management 4. Demonstrated experience in leading strategic and operational planning 5. Previous experience with CARE specifically participation or leadership in project to program shift process 6. 3 years of engagement with Private sector companies, preferably in the agro busines 7. Cross cultural communication skills

Technical skills 1. Knowledge and experience of humanitarian and development policy and advocacy in complex settings; 2. Excellent skills in written and spoken English 3. Extensive conceptual skills including development of program strategy 4. Demonstrated skills in program design (including proposal development), implementation and evaluation 5 Demonstrated leadership and interpersonal skills 6. Strong representation and negotiation skills 7. Excellent time management skills

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2.) Assistant Director, Program Support

Work Location : Sierra Leone - Freetown

Type of Post : Not Applicable

Other Possible Location :

Funding : APPROVED

Expected Travel : up to 20%

Type of Contract :

Language Requirement : ENGLISH

Application Deadline :

Employee Duration : Full-Time

Reporting to the Country Director, the ACD- PS provides leadership, direction, and is responsible for Country office administrative and operational processes and functions and works closely with the Country Director to develop effective, efficient and results driven teams and is responsible for operational oversight of CARE Sierra Leone, including smooth functioning of the units stated above. The person in this role is responsible for the leadership of heads of the units mentioned above. Furthermore, the ACD Program Support is required to play a substantive and essential hands-one role in the development or enhancement of Country Office systems, policies and processes across the spectrum. S/he will contribute to strengthening the integration of functions within this role by working closely with all teams and stakeholders and fostering positive collaboration. As a key member of the Country Leadership Team (CLT) and Senior Management Team (SMT), the ACD-PS will participate in and be responsible for the strategic leadership and direction in the CO and participates in decision- and policymaking on strategic issues including financial health and viability, program quality, human resource management, and other organizational priorities and concerns.

Responsibilities:

1.Strategic Leadership

• •  As a member of the Senior Management Team participate in and be responsible for the strategic leadership and direction of CARE Sierra Leone and Liberia, as pertains to Operations functions: Business Services (Finance, Procurement, Administration, Logistics and Transport, and ICT) by providing strategic leadership and advice to the PS team.
  •  Developing policy and practice in program support departments representing and marketing CARE's work, and making decisions that enhance operational excellence and efficiency leading teams under his/her supervision to navigate change with agility and confidence.

2. Financial, Budget and Award Management

• •  Coordinate the proper recording, documentation, control, monitoring and reporting of financial operations, including AP in compliance with CARE and donor rules and regulations
  •  Ensure compliance with CARE's accounting policy and procedures and generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP); global policy and procedures; relevant financial, tax and administrative laws and reporting requirements.

3.Procurement

• •  Adherence to all organizational and donor procurement and procurement-related policies and procedures.
  •  Optimal performance as measured against established procurement KPIs including but not limited to timely receipt and dispatch of all materials, equipment and resources; timely payment of vendors, etc.

4.Administration and Logistics (Transportation included)

• •  Ensure optimal management of all administrative systems and processes in all CO locations with standardized office and administrative management practice and KPIs.
  •  Ensure oversight of property and asset management and disposal in compliance with organizational and donor policies and procedures.

5.Policy and Operations Systems Development, Review and Implementation

• •  Review and revise where necessary the Program Support policies, systems and procedures in line with the legal and donor requirements for on improved service provision throughout the Country Office (CO).
  •  Be aware of Country specific labor laws or other CARE global HR changes and ensure that CARE Sierra Leone's HR policies are consistent and flexible and are updated in line with the changes.
  •  Ensure sound internal control systems are in place and functioning to ensure adherence to policies and procedures

6.Information Communication and Technology- ICT

• •  Ensure provision and effective use of "fit-for-purpose" ICT infrastructure including computer equipment, data communication platforms and data storage that are adequate to the needs of the CO staff and partners
  •  Oversee effective implementation of and adherence to CI, CUSA digital and cyber security policies and regulations; ensure completion of the cyber security training course on CARE Academy by all staff and regular orientation/refreshers for all staff.
  •  Ensure adequate backup systems for communications platforms and data storage are in place to ensure business continuity in the event of major disruptions to the primary systems and platforms monitor for risks to the CO ICT infrastructure and recommend improvements as appropriate.

Qualifications:

•  Master's Degree in Business Administration, management or related fields
•  Fundamental knowledge and use of Peoples Soft and Budgetary Software
•  Analytical skills as they relate to business processes
•  Demonstrated experience in leading strategic and operational planning.
•  Demonstrated leadership and management skills in complex international settings.
•  At least eight (8) years of hands-on experience in a similar senior management and leadership position preferably in the not-for-profit sector
•  Excellent knowledge and experience in institutionalizing compliance and accountability system and procedures.
•  Sound knowledge and hands on experience of internal and external audit requirements.
•  Excellent people management and team leadership skills; ability to et diverse groups of people to work effectively together with vision and purpose.
•  Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
•  Excellent and agile negotiator.

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There are individuals who may use CARE’s name and trademark in emails and on websites in an attempt to solicit fees from interested job-seekers. Some examples of these fees are placement fees or immigration processing fees. CARE does not use recruiting or placement agencies that charge candidates an up-front fee of any kind. Occasionally, CARE does employ recruiting or placement agencies to help us identify candidates for specific employment within CARE. If you’re contacted by a legitimate recruiting or placement agency, there should be no charge to you. If you suspect that you have been a victim of fraud from someone purporting to be CARE, please contact us at legal@care.org.

We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, ancestry, sexual orientation, national origin, age, handicap, disability, marital status, or status as a veteran .

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