At Intermón Oxfam, we are people who believe in justice and solidarity, and work to change the world. We fight the causes of poverty and injustice, and not just against their consequences. We are acting in a comprehensive way in around fifty countries of Africa, Latin America and Asia, working on more than 500 development and humanitarian action projects, we promote fair trade and social awareness and mobilisation campaigns.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the building of a national strategic vision, provide the regional strategic vision and contribute to the various units in the International Cooperation Department and the institution.
Manage the execution of strategic planning (approval and execution of projects and programmes, and other campaign and advocacy activities) and operative planning (staff incorporation, organisation changes, implementation, etc.)
Represent Intermón Oxfam (IO) both before Oxfam International and other key agents (i.e. other international agencies, local organisations, local governments, the Spanish Embassy, national and Spanish media, donors, etc.) in the country and occasionally within the region.
Propose and implement fundraising activities in the country depending on IO priorities defined by its institution and the prospects.
Ensure that the office complies with Intermón Oxfam's legal obligations in Sudan, as well as with the organisation's Human Resources and Internal Management policies in general.
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 the organisation. Ensure accountability to Regional Management in HECA (Horn, East and Central Africa).
Manage office staff: selection and team development, induction, performance management and staff skills assessment.
Ensure the security management for all the country team.
Experience and Skills
Person with thorough knowledge of the country.
University degree.
Three years' experience at a high responsibility post in a development or humanitarian organisation (National or international NGO, or other civil society organisation) preferably in Sudan.
Experience and knowledge of formulation, assessment and evaluation of cooperation projects and programmes in rural contexts.
Experience in staff management and development.
Experience in financial planning and budget control.
Capacity for critical analysis of the reality and strategic vision, preferably for Sudan.
Communication and interpersonal relation skills. Flexibility and adaptation skills.
Resultsm orientated, negotiation, conciliation and decision making skills.
Proficiency in written and spoken English; Sudanese Arabic will be an advantage; Spanish knowledge valuable.
Computer skills (Office, Internet, e mail).
Driving licence and availability to travel.
Motivation for international cooperation (development and humanitarian) and the fight against poverty.
Working conditions
Contract of employment: Permanent contract, provided by Intermón Oxfam and according to the country's legislation.
Working hours: 40h a week. Working hours depend upon the functions to be conducted.
Availability of dedicating some weekends (working day recoverable)
Salary: According to Intermón Oxfam's country gauge.
Social benefits: Medical, life and accident insurance provided by the institution; moreover, Intermón Oxfam provides economic aid for workers with families.
Holidays: According to the working calendar in the country
Working place: Wau (Western Bahr el Ghazal, Sudan)
Incorporation date: August/September 2009
If you are interested in this job opportunity, please visit us at www.intermonoxfam.org/empleo. Search the reference corresponding to the offer, let's introduce your data and please do not forget also to attach your CV . The closing date for applications is 28.06.2009.
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.