A Country Director – Afghanistan

We are looking for: A COUNTRY DIRECTOR

Country: In Afghanistan, based in Kabul

Length of contract: 12 months starting from ASAP

The position: You are responsible to:

Steer the process of Strategy formulation and ensure its implementation
Ensure the successful development and implementation of the programmes
Explore the possibilities for further programme development and in-country funding opportunities
Identify and agree with HQ Programmes and Policy key strategic issues
Represent Action Against Hunger at external meetings with donors, government bodies and partners
Represent ACF to national authorities, international donors, international organisations and other NGOs at national level
Ensure the integration of monitoring and evaluation into all aspects of country programming

Key Responsibilities:

Manage the execution of strategic planning (approval and execution of projects and programmes) and operative planning (staff incorporation, organisation changes, implementation, etc.)
Represent Action Against Hunger (i.e. other international agencies, local organisations, local governments, Embassies, media, donors, etc.) in the country.
Propose and implement fundraising activities in the country
Guarantee the definition and implementation of an efficient system of monitoring and evaluation for the different humanitarian programmes directly executed or with partners.
Ensure the fulfilment of the evaluation systems and procedures established by ACF policies (Nutrition, Food Security and Water and Sanitation)
Manage office staff: selection and team development, performance management and staff skills assessment.
Ensure the security management for the country team.

The applicant:

From non-specialized or technical background, you have a minimum experience of 3 years in humanitarian aid (including 1 year as a coordinator) in two different contexts. You demonstrate a strong knowledge of team and project cycle management and have good communication and representation skills. Knowledge of donors desirable.

You have a master or Grande écoles degree. You have a minimum working experience of 10 years in the private or public sector, including 3 years in an executive position and at least 2 years in expatriation. You demonstrate a strong knowledge of team and project cycle management and have good communication and representation skills.

Status: According ACF HR policy

To apply, please visit our website: http://www.actioncontrelafaim.org/en/content/country-director-9

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