The Opportunity
Save the Children (SC), one of the largest NGOs in Yemen, has been running emergency programs funded by OFDA and USAID's Food for Peace (FFP) Program in Yemen for several years. In 2020 OFDA and FFP combined to form the Bureau for Humanitarian Assistance (BHA). Save the Children is now combining its legacy OFDA and FFP awards in a new phase of funding under BHA which will see a $23m Prioritized lifesaving integrated multisectoral response project delivered over 15 months in 2021-22. The program is designed to contribute to the reduction of hunger, morbidity and mortality and protect wellbeing of children and their families through increasing coverage and quality of integrated health, nutrition, WASH, FSL and Child Protection services for conflict affected communities in areas of highest need in Hodeida, Sa'ada and Taiz governorates of Yemen.
The Deputy Project Director (DPD) will support the Project Director (PD) in providing overall leadership for this critical program. The DPD will work closely with a core team of roving technical managers to provide technical leadership and overall management of the program, working with field and technical teams to provide operational guidance, support MEAL, drive programme quality, and ensure strict compliance with donor requirements. The DPD will lead the Food Security and Livelihoods component (cash transfers), the largest component of the project, providing guidance on all technical and operational aspects of the program. S/he will also line manage the Child Protection and MEAL leads for the program. S/he will support the PD in ensuring effective financial and operational management of the project working closely with the wider Operations Team and the Field Managers in Hodeida, Taiz and Sa'ada. The DPD will have regular interaction with both donor and funding member (Save the Children US) and other key stakeholders in Yemen, and will deputise for the PD on a frequent basis.
In the current humanitarian emergency context, the role holder may be expected to work outside the normal profile and be able to vary working hours accordingly.
In order to be successful you will bring/have:
QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS
Education
* Master's degree or equivalent experience in humanitarian response, relevant technical sector (Food Security, Nutrition, etc.) or related field is required.
* Technical understanding of cash transfer programming approaches and modalities is essential.
* Knowledge of other BHA programming areas is a distinct advantage.
Experience
* At least 5 years demonstrated technical and management experience at senior level in humanitarian programming, with at least three years' experience with delivery of cash transfer programs and food security, nutrition, or livelihood interventions.
* Background in Food Security programing (Food assistance, both conditional and unconditional voucher or cash) - with an understanding of basic food security principles and analysis
* At least 3 years of demonstrated excellence in senior level program management, including direct supervision of professional and support staff, evaluation of staff performance, and contract/grant management is preferred
* Proven experience managing multi-million dollar complex projects across multiple locations
* Proven experience in project design and development, project cycle management and large scale budget management
* In-depth knowledge and experience of logistics systems and requirements in a multi-field office, multi programme setting
* Expertise in donor compliance, reporting and representation
* Experience in complex emergency responses and fragile states; prior experience working in conflict settings; experience of working in Yemen preferred
Skills
* Demonstrates exceptional managerial and operational leadership skills
* Demonstrated problem solving skills, a collaborative and flexible manner, creativity and willingness to innovate
* Ability to establish and maintain collaborative working relationships with Yemen host government partners at the national and governorate levels
* Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to lead and work effectively in team situations, and within a matrix management structure
* Ability to identify, address and resolve communication issues within the activity and with external stakeholders is required
* Fluent oral and strong analytical, written English communications skills is required; Arabic language is desirable
* Flexibility and the ability to effectively adjust expectations to on-the ground realities, while adhering to humanitarian principles and standards.
* Strength in inspiring and enabling others through teamwork, training, and capacity building to realize organisational objectives.
The Organisation
We employ approximately 25,000 people across the globe and work on the ground in over 100 countries to help children affected by crises, or those that need better healthcare, education and child protection. We also campaign and advocate at the highest levels to realise the right of children and to ensure their voices are heard.
We are working towards three breakthroughs in how the world treats children by 2030:
* No child dies from preventable causes before their 5th birthday
* All children learn from a quality basic education and that,
* Violence against children is no longer tolerated
We know that great people make a great organization, and that our employees play a crucial role in helping us achieve our ambitions for children. We value our people and offer a meaningful and rewarding career, along with a collaborative and inclusive environment where ambition, creativity, and integrity are highly valued.
Application Information:
Please attach a copy of your CV and cover letter with your application, and include details of your current remuneration and salary expectations. A copy of the full role profile can be found at www.savethechildren.net/careers/apply
We need to keep children safe so our selection process, which includes rigorous background checks, reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse.
All employees are expected to carry out their duties in accordance with our global anti-harassment policy.
This vacancy is archived.