Islamic Relief Head of Programmes – Yemen
Contract: One Year Fixed Term
Location: Sana’a, Yemen
Salary: £31,416 per annum + Separate Benefits Package
Ref: HoP-Y/IPD-MEEE/0117
We are currently recruiting for a Head of Programmes with frequent travel to field offices across the country. The candidate will be responsible for providing strategic leadership and expertise to the Programme and ensure it meets Islamic Relief Quality Standards. The post holder will provide timely and high quality proposals and reports to donors, as well as to ensure the development and utilisation of best practice. The Head of Programmes will also build relationships with donors, other INGOs, government authorities and local NGOs. He(she) will manage a team of senior Managers and Technical staff.
The successful candidate must have substantial experience of working with INGOs in developing countries, with a background of successful fundraising and dealing with EC, ECHO, UN SIDA and DFID, plus in-depth understanding of community development. A Degree qualification in Project Management, social science, international develop Public Health or proven experience is essential. Familiarity of the Millennium Development Goals, Sphere Standards and Codes of Conduct would be an advantage. Excellent English, written and spoken is essential. Knowledge of a foreign language (Arabic) and local language is desirable.
National candidates are encouraged to apply but will only receive salary not benefits.
If you are reliable, service minded, discreet, dedicated and a highly motivated professional, with a strong commitment to IRW’s values and beliefs, please apply by downloading the application pack from our website www.islamic-relief.org/work-with-us/ and forward the completed form to MEEE.Recruitment@irworldwide.org on or before the closing date.
Islamic Relief promotes equality and meritocracy, and seeks individuals who agree with the IR values together with our policy standards on Anti-Bribery, Child Protection and Code of Conduct. We will carry out screening checks and will take out references on your behalf if you are selected.
Applicants should be sympathetic to the principles of Islamic Relief
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. No CVs.
Islamic Relief operates an equal opportunities policy and actively encourages diversity, welcoming applications from all areas of the international community.
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