In mid 2021, ACF decided to open a full structured mission in Mozambique and start its activities following the findings of an initial scoping mission in October/November 2020 and a rapid informal information gathering in May 2021 for nutrition. This strategy is based on these results, plus the information gathered through ACF field presence and cluster’s participation since early 2021.
Humanitarian needs among conflict-affected populations in Cabo Delgado are wide-ranging and span all of ACF’s core sectors of expertise, including Food Security & Livelihoods, Nutrition & Health and WASH, which have been prioritized as part of our emergency strategy in partnership with local and international NGOs already present in Cabo Delgado to support the emergency response in the area. In light of the rapidly changing context, the humanitarian needs and ACF’s expertise, the geographic area of intervention will focus on H2R (Hard to Reach) areas comprising Mueda and Macomia, with complementarity in districts with higher needs and population movements.
We are looking for our new Deputy Country Director for Programs based in Pemba, Mozambique.
Under the supervision of the Country Director, your role will be to ensure the overall implementation of the programme strategy of the mission, the quality of the programs and the coordination of new project proposals development in line with the mission strateg.
More precisely, you will be responsible to the following missions:
The missions may be subject to temporary or permanent modifications resulting from developments in the Organisation's activities. These modifications will be defined and discussed between the employee and Action contre la Faim.
You have 5 years of experience in the field in one or more challenging contexts and at least 5 years experience in Grant and reporting management.
You hold a leadership and management skills in a complex international setting.
You have an extensive knowledge and understanding of Humanitarian coordination mechanisms, and good knowledge of main ACF sectors of intervention: Nutrition & Health, WASH, FSL, Emergency response, MHCP-GP.
You also have knowledge of the main donor's policy, requirements, and partnerships.
You have a consolidated experience of project cycle management and using participatory tools and methodologies for assessment, programs identification, implementation, monitoring, evaluation, and learning. You already have worked successfully in strategic planning and program design and development.
You have an experience and/or personal commitment in mainstreaming Gender across the different sectorial programs.
You are able to coach on the building of strong relationships with INGOs, government, and donors, and are able to adjust to constantly changing situations while maintaining focus on delivery and follow-through.
You have an excellent managerial, personal and communication skills, and strong analytical and conceptual thinking to understand complex issues.
You speak and write English fluently. You also masters well either Portuguese, Spanish, or Italian.
ACF is committed to people with disabilities and actively fights against all forms of discrimination.
The mission currently employs 7 international and 65 national staff working from Pemba (coordination and one field office) and Mueda (field office). The field office based in Pemba supervises ACF’s programs in several districts of Cabo Delgado such as Macomia and Quissanga. The Mueda office supervises programs in Mueda, Nangade and Miudumbe. ACF is also exploring new areas of intervention to best address the humanitarian needs of the population.
Pemba is the largest and capital city of Cabo Delgado Province with a population of 200,529 according to the data census of 2017.
Pemba is relatively calm and stable while other areas of intervention in the province require a constant check in and update of information to ensure the safest and most secure environment for the team is guaranteed. The office is located in the Expansao area and the guesthouse is in the Wimbe area, which are 5 minutes away by car.