International Rescue Committee (IRC) Country Director Job in Kenya

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) in Kenya serves vulnerable populations in the Turkana and Garissa regions as well as in Eastleigh, Nairobi.

The IRC implements programs in the areas of comprehensive primary health care, nutrition, protection, peace building, water and sanitation and hygiene (WASH) and HIV/AIDS and prevention and response to gender based violence.

Applications are invited for the position of:

Country Director - Kenya

The Country Director, Kenya will provide the strategic vision and leadership for the Kenya country program.

S/he is responsible for ensuring the design and delivery of quality programs, donor and government relations, fundraising and budget management, security and operations management, and developing a motivated and professional team.

Reporting to the Regional Director, the Country Director will work closely with, and receive support from regional and headquarters program technical units, safety and security services, regional finance and operations staff.

This position is fully accompanied, based in Nairobi, Kenya.

Responsibilities:

Strategic Planning and Management

Working closely with the Regional Director, and regional team, develop a strategic direction and plan for the country program
Ensure that structures and systems are in compliance with IRC standards, and that they support program delivery and promote management coordination and efficiency throughout the country programDevelop program strategies in accordance with IRCs mission and program frameworkEnsure the consistent use of well managed assessment, design and proposal development processesPromote a team approach and positive learning environment utilizing headquarters, country program and operations staff and partners to consistently enhance the quality of design and implementationDevelop IRC as a partner of choice for major local and international donorsDevelop and maintain a high level of understanding of donor priorities, country plans and planned funding initiativesMaintain and expand participation with key donors, host government, local stakeholders and relevant policy and coordinating bodiesFundraising and Budget Management
Ensure submission of appropriate, timely high quality proposals and lead required donor negotiationsMonitor and identify appropriate sources for match fund requirements and coverage of funding gapsProvide timely and effective oversight of the financial position of the country program including identification and implementation of required changes to match funding levelsMaintain effective and coordinated budget monitoring processes for grant funds and discretionary fundsSecurity & Operations Management
In coordination with the Regional Security Advisor ensure that the security management plan for the country program is updated and ensure the consistent monitoring and analysis of the security environment and adherence by all staff to the IRC security protocols and proceduresWorking with country senior management team ensure the development, implementation and monitoring of financial and operational policy and procedures to ensure constant compliance with IRC and donor policies across the programPromote coordination and teamwork between program and operations staff to improve quality of proposal submissions and program deliveryHuman Resource Management, Staff Development & Retention
Develop a positive work environment for all staff supported by a professional level human resource management functionSupport and hold management staff accountable for providing staff development opportunities and planningGraduate degree in relevant field;At least ten years of international work experience covering both emergency and post-conflict development programming;Extensive program development and fund raising experience, prior experience with European, US and international donors;Strong human resource management skills;Previous budget and fiscal oversight responsibilities;A keen understanding of political complexities in the region, as they relate to post conflict recovery;Ability to work and live in a complex environment.Please apply at www.rescue.org/careers on or before 26th December 2011

IRC leading the way from harm to home.

IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer

IRC considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability.

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