Are you aiming to work for an organization where it is worthwhile investing your personality, your skills and your time? Are you looking for a job that is exciting and has clear goals? Welcome to Welthungerhilfe!

We are one of the largest and most respected private organisations for development cooperation and humanitarian aid in Germany. As a politically and confessionally independent organisation, our value-oriented actions are always based on ethical principles. Our vision is clear: "Zero Hunger by 2030" - If you want to become part of our global mission to end hunger around the world, we look forward to receiving your application as:

Head of Programmes in Bangui

The position is to be filled as soon as possible, with an initial contract duration of two years. There are good prospects for an extension. Employment location will be Bangui, Central African Republic.

As Head of Programmes, you will support the Country Director in developing and managing the impact oriented Welthungerhilfe country programme in Central African Republic and contribute to its implementation and monitoring in order to maximise Welthungerhilfe's impact. In doing so, you take into consideration the overall Welthungerhilfe strategy and quality standards and will represent Welthungerhilfe in the country in agreement with the Country Director.

Your responsibilities

• Monitor the implementation of projects and programmes according to Welthungerhilfe quality standards, including the setup of an effective and participatory M&E system
• Identify, examine and assess (pre-select) new project ideas on the basis of the intervention strategy, the concept papers and the orientation framework of the Country Programme
• Ensure the projects meet Core Humanitarian Standards of accountability and quality
• Ensure consideration of feasibility, sustainability and exit strategies of the projects
• Coaching, mentoring and assisting the Heads of Projects to develop accurate budget forecasts
• Participate in the recruitment and training of team members
• Monitor the humanitarian situation in-country and the evolution of possible crises through early warning indicators
• Represent Welthungerhilfe vis-à-vis other national and international, governmental and nongovernmental bodies as well as relief and development organizations

Your profile

• A university or polytechnic degree in humanitarian/development studies or an equivalent degree related to the position
• A minimum of 5 years relevant working and leadership experience within an INGO (regional working experience would be an asset)
• Proven experience in emergency assessment and response
• Good knowledge of planning and survey methods (incl. M&E)
• Proven reporting and organizational skills, with proficiency in writing for different audiences
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to motivate team members
• Ability to work in an insecure environment and commit to strict security regulations
• Excellent spoken and written French and English, ability to communicate in German would be an advantage

Our offer

We offer you the opportunity to work in a responsible and interesting field as part of an extremely dedicated team. Welthungerhilfe attaches great importance to the personal and professional development of its employees and the balance of their work and private life. Remuneration is based on our gender-independent salary scale. In addition, Welthungerhilfe offers numerous other benefits, which are listed under "Our benefits".

Please send your application via our online recruiting system by February 7, 2021. Your contact person is Carolin Moellenbeck.

Apply at: https://bit.ly/3rhtcU9