Director Oxfam RCA At Oxfam Intermon

Description

Oxfam is a global citizens’ movement that aims to end the injustice of poverty. This means we fight against the inequalities that perpetuate poverty. Together we save, protect and rebuild lives. In times of disaster, we help people improve their lives and those of others. We intervene in areas such as land rights, climate change and discrimination against women. We will continue our action until every human being can live free from poverty. We are an international confederation of 19 affiliated organizations working, in collaboration with partners and local communities, in more than 90 countries. All our activities are guided by five core values: equality, empowerment, solidarity, inclusiveness, accountability and courage. To learn more about our values, visit our website .

As Country Director , you provide strategic direction for all work in the country. This includes your participation in the definition and implementation of Oxfam’s strategy in CAR, both humanitarian responses and the strategic direction of the Good Governance program, advocacy and campaigns. You will be responsible for continuous improvement in terms of program quality and impact, as well as effective financial and human resources management according to Oxfam’s principles, policies and values.

WHAT WILL BE YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES?

Responsible for the development of the country’s strategic plan with the support and under the responsibility of the Deputy Director of Oxfam in Africa and the Country Governance Group (GGP), taking into account their opinions and feedback.
Responsible for the strategic management of Oxfam’s program in the country, including development, advocacy, and humanitarian programming to maximize our influence and impact
Representation of Oxfam and the country program at national and global level. Building relationships and developing networks for effective change, both internally and externally, to maximize our ability to influence
Management of the Country Leadership Team , responsible for leading the work in the country, covering HR, finance, program management and advocacy, ensuring that leaders in the team adhere to country policies and procedures. Oxfam, including but not limited to the Code of Conduct, Performance Management, Safety, Health and Safety and local legislation.
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WHAT DO WE OFFER?

Competitive salary package;
2-year fixed-term contract, renewable;
Start date: early June 2024;
Work location: Bangui, CAR with national and international travel;
Unaccompanied post;
Rest and Recovery of 5 days every 12 weeks and support for a return trip to the place of residence every 6 months;
Accommodation and per diem for the duration of the mission;
Deadline for receipt of applications: April 2, 2024.

Oxfam aims to prevent all types of inappropriate behavior at work, including harassment, sexual exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity and financial crimes, and works to promote the well-being of children, young people and adults. Oxfam expects all its staff and volunteers to share this commitment by subscribing to its code of conduct. We want to only recruit people who share and convey our values.

Essential criteria

Proven experience in leading and motivating multidisciplinary teams.
Strong senior leadership and management experience in developing and delivering high quality program, influence and humanitarian strategy, with and through partners or directly, in a challenging geographic area.
Proven experience representing an organization to partners, government agencies, private sector organizations, media and donors at national and international levels.
Experience in security management, risks and compliance with laws in an international NGO context.

Female candidates are strongly encouraged.

Note: All offers of employment are subject to obtaining satisfactory references and may be subject to checks including criminal records and any terrorist financing activity.