Save the Children is the world’s leading independent organisation for children. We work in 120 countries. We save children’s lives; we fight for their rights; we help them fulfil their potential.

We work together, with our partners, to inspire breakthroughs in the way the world treats children and to achieve immediate and lasting change in their lives.

We have over two million supporters worldwide and raised 1.9 billion dollars last year to reach more children than ever before, through programmes in health, nutrition, education, protection and child rights, also in times of humanitarian crises.

Following a major transition, our international programmes are now delivered through a merged operation with c15,000 staff, managed through seven regional hubs and reporting to a relatively small, central office. We’re changing to become more efficient, more aligned, a better partner, a stronger advocate, a magnet for world-class people and relevant for the 21st century.

Applicants must have the existing right to work in the Eastern or Southern African regions.

Contract length: 2 years

The role
The Regional and Multi-Country Program (RMCPU) is a specialized program unit achieving results at scale by working with Pan African or East and Southern African regional mechanisms such the African Union (AU), African Committee of Experts on the Rights and Welfare of the Child (ACERWC), East African Standby Force (EASF), East African Community (EAC) and Southern Africa Development Community (SADC). In relation to its multi-country programs, the RMCPU works in close agreement with country programs to ensure synergies in efforts but its unique contribution is the synthesis and policy influencing built on evidence from country experiences.

The Regional and Multi-Country Program Unit Director is responsible for implementing and strategically developing the RMCP; both in terms of the existing program expertise, but also in new sectors. Additionally the Director is responsible for ensuring continuation of overall strategic relationships with regional bodies and key partners. The RMCPU’s efforts should at all times speak to evidence building through research and policy influencing through partnerships and lobbying with mentioned regional mechanisms.

The current annual financial portfolio of 4.5 million USD incorporates full spectrum program considerations. Thematic expertise and methodologies include civil society strengthening and fostering partnerships with regional mechanisms; policy’ influencing and research regarding all forms of violence against children; systems strengthening and additionally, very specific flagship programming on Peace Support Operations, Investment in Children and Children on the Move.

Qualifications and experience
Experience directing and implementing programs for children in more than one of Save the Children thematic areas (e.g. education, health and nutrition, CP, CRG and DRR)
Extensive experience as member or leader of senior management team
Proven experience in network management.
Substantial international and relationship management leading to achieving results at scale
Knowledge of and experience in regional bodies such as the AU, SADC, EAC, EASF and IGAD
Experience of building personal networks at senior levels with an emphasis on regional bodies
Experience of solving complex issues through analysis, definition of a clear way forward and ensuring buy in
Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills including influencing, negotiation, diplomacy and coaching
Extensive experience in project/program monitoring and evaluation
Experience in developing and implementing organizational vision and strategies
Culturally sensitive, with highly developed interpersonal and communication skills including influencing, negotiation and coaching
Masters’ degree in Human Rights, Public Administration or a related field with 10 years working experience in Senior Management
Commitment to Save the Children values
We need to keep children safe so our selection process reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse.

To see a full a job description, please visit our website at www.savethechildren.net/jobs

Please apply in English using your CV and covering letter as a single document, including your salary expectations for this role.

HOW TO APPLY:
Application Email: Please apply with a covering letter and up-to-date CV to: ‘jfawcett.62893.3830@savethechildrenint.aplitrak.com’