COUNTRY DIRECTOR, Democratic Republic of Congo DRC Based in Kinshasa, DRC
Salary: GBP 40,289 per annum on national terms and conditions
The Organization ActionAid DRC (AADRC) is a Country Programme of ActionAid International. In DRC, ActionAid works in partnership with poor communities and local partners and in collaboration with Government, Inter-governmental agencies, development agencies, social movements and civil society coalitions and networks to eradicate poverty and injustice.
The Position ActionAid International has recently unveiled its new strategy and the AAI DRC country programme is also currently finalizing its first country strategy paper that will drive its agenda and mission over the next few years. Therefore we are looking for a committed and inspirational Country Director to align the two strategies, lead and implement the aligned country strategy to provide quality program management, policy and advocacy work as well as lead on other organizational systems using the Human Rights based approach to development, to drive the needed change agenda both at national and international levels for DRC..
Qualification & Experience The candidate must hold a post graduate degree in social sciences, development studies or a development related field and at least 10 years proven track record in leading and managing institutions and development programs as well as either being part of social movements or an active member of civil society. S/He should be committed to gender equity, empowering management practices, be value driven and possess strong networking, people and financial management skills. S/He will have the perspectives and competencies for rights-based and policy advocacy work; fundraising and donor relations; regional and international linkages and a sound basis of organizational development. S/He will also show courage of conviction in taking a public stand against issues of injustice. The candidate must have excellent communication skills
All interested candidates should fill in the application form as accessed from the application pack. The application pack contains the Vacancy announcement, Job Description and Application form. The application pack can be accessed from www.actionaid.org
To apply, submit your application forms & CVs to Vacancies.Africa@actionaid.org Closing date: 4th November 2011. While we value all applications, we can only respond to short listed candidates.
Whilst all applicants will be assessed strictly on their individual merits, qualified women are especially encouraged to apply. Applications are also particularly welcome from qualified candidates living with HIV.
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