Country Address At Education

Lead the development and execution of a high-quality country strategy in accordance with the Country Programmatic Framework, aligned to the Global Impact Framework and the Global Programmatic Framework, relevant to the local context and reflecting global priorities and contribute to the strategy of Educo as a member of the Global Executive Committee.

– Oversee the recruitment, orientation and performance of Educo’s SMT (Senior Management Team) and its development, demonstrating healthy commitment, strong management teams, culture of innovation and effective talent management.

– Strengthen the financial sustainability of programs and operations through a vibrant National Organizational Development Plan (PDO) aligned with the Global PDO, achieving healthy financial ratios and effective budget management, as well as compliance with related statutory regulations with international NGOs in the country.

– Lead and oversee in-country grant acquisition and management efforts through the CODP, ensuring long-term sustainability of the portfolio and achievement of annual objectives, including sponsorship services and their integration into the program.

– Monitor the quality of the program in the country; Ensure the quality of the implementation of the program strategy that integrates child protection, disaster risk reduction, effective humanitarian response, including the security framework, in a timely manner, along with the completion of monitoring processes and evaluation.

– Lead and take all appropriate actions to ensure the promotion and compliance of Safeguarding and Ethics Policies (including Child Protection) and follow up on any findings to address any gaps or weaknesses given the uniqueness of the local operational context and best practices.

– Represent Educo externally, including legal representation, and develop Educo’s reputation and brand based on the CODP among government, donors, media, NGOs to position, advocate, network and raise profile and reputation among key influencers important to advancing children’s rights and well-being.

– Provide leadership in the development or change management of transformative initiatives in the country based on the GIF to allow the evolution of programs and their delivery models, as well as encourage innovation and the development of action research.

– The director must be the one who guides the country office in the impact of our actions related to the well-being of children, the ultimate goal that we pursue as an organization.

REQUIREMENTS

– A bachelor’s degree is required and complementary studies at the master’s level and previous experience at the executive level will be valued.

– Work experience in leadership roles with increasing responsibilities in an international environment related to development.

– Demonstrated understanding of the concepts of children’s rights and well-being.

– Knowledge of work under the children’s rights approach.

– Knowledge of donor compliance requirements and financial management.

– Knowledge of strategic planning in a difficult environment, economic, social and humanitarian context in El Salvador or a comparable environment.

– Solid diplomatic, relationship and communication skills, including through the media, and proven skills in networking and negotiating with government and non-government agents.

– Successful experience in developing and managing effective and motivated teams and collaborative work, including remote management.

– Capacity for active listening, which allows communicating in an assertive and empathetic way, aimed at efficient leadership.

– Spanish language, English and knowledge of French will be valued.

SKILLS

– Great attention to detail and good analytical skills

– Management, leadership and conflict resolution skills

– Excellent organization and coordination skills

– Strategic thinking, decision making and problem solving skills.

– Ability to work under pressure

– Good networking skills

– Good communication skills, both oral and written