IFRC is looking for Head of Delegation (Talent Pipeline)
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Impactpool
The Head of Delegation (HoD) is the senior representative of the Secretariat and the director of operations (if any) with clear authority for management and accountability. Under the direction and guidance of the Regional Director, the incumbent will facilitate coordination and technical assistance within IFRC as regards the delegation and between IFRC and the respective National Society (NS) in the country.
Read more about this job opportunity and apply below - Applications close 28 February 2023.
The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) is the world’s largest humanitarian organization, with a network of 192-member National Societies.
The overall aim of IFRC is to inspire, encourage, facilitate, and promote at all times all forms of humanitarian activities by National Societies with a view to preventing and alleviating human suffering and thereby contributing to the maintenance and promotion of human dignity and peace in the world.
Job Purpose
The Head of Delegation (HoD) is the senior Secretariat representative and business manager with delegated authority and responsibility from the Secretary general whose main purpose is to lead IFRC support to the relevant National Society (NS) with a strong focus on the delivery of results and impact. Under the leadership and guidance of the Regional Director, the HoD is also responsible for ensuring a One IFRC approach linking strategic and operational objectives at the country level.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
- Ensure delivery of the Five Strategic Priorities of Strategy 2030
- Conduct Strategic and Operational Coordination
- Lead Effective Humanitarian Diplomacy
- Support and Strengthen National Society Development and Membership Services
- Ensure Accountability & Agility
- Promote Safeguarding
Essential Criteria to Apply
Education
- Required: a Master’s degree in social sciences/development studies, strategic/programme management, management studies or other relevant discipline.
- Preferred: project management ceritification & IMPACT course or equivalent.
Experience
Required
- 10+ years work experience in managing operations for a humanitarian aid organisation and or development cooperation organisation.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience at a senior management level.
- 5 years of work experience including management in a Red Cross/Red Crescent National Society, IFRC or ICRC.
- 5 years’ experience of proven high-level communication skills in programmes management.
Preferred: Proven experience of working in one or several of the IFRC regions.
Languages
Required: English.
Preferred: Good command of another IFRC official language (French, Spanish or Arabic).