A COUNTRY DIRECTOR – SERRA LEONE At Action contre la Faim France

Created in 1979, Action Against Hunger is an international non-governmental organization that fights against hunger in the world. Its charter of humanitarian principles – independence, neutrality, non-discrimination, free and direct access to victims, professionalism, transparency – has founded its identity for more than 40 years. Its mission is to save lives by eliminating hunger through the prevention, detection and treatment of undernutrition, particularly during and after emergencies linked to conflict and natural disasters. Action Against Hunger coordinates its programs around 5 areas of activity: Nutrition and Health – Mental Health, Psychosocial Support and Protection – Food Security and Livelihoods – Water, Sanitation and Hygiene – Advocacy. In 2021, Action Against Hunger helped more than 25 million people in 46 countries around the world. www.actioncontrelafaim.org

Your main responsibilities are to lead the effective and efficient implementation of the country strategy of ACF in Sierra Leone and oversee the overall management of the country team in line with ACF values, quality standards and processes in a context of increasing humanitarian needs and challenging operating environment.
And more specifically:
You provide the overall leadership and strategic guidance of the Country Office, using a strategic partnership model.
You oversee the programmatic development, ensure fundraising and implementation of the country strategy.
You ensure that systems / procedures are in place and properly implemented.
You ensure the proper management, well being and safety of ACF staff, and the proper use of ACF resources.
You create a shared vision among all staff, promoting ACF Charter and ensuring an organizational culture where ACF core values are embedded, team work is encouraged and all staff feels valued;
You are responsible for establishing and maintaining good working relationships with host government officials, donors and other partners.
You will be expected to analyse strategic funding opportunities for country programme based on ACF added value and expertise.

You have a Bachelor or Master degree.
You have at least 5 years of experience in senior management position in the humanitarian and/or development sector (experience in the 2 sectors a big plus).
You have a strong leadership, strong management skills, an interest in thinking out of the box, a capacity to conceptualize and interact with the national authorities and donors.