Head of sub-delegation – Bassikounou -Mauritania At French Red Cross

Presentation of the French Red Cross

A major player in the social and solidarity economy, the French Red Cross manages a network of more than 600 establishments and services in the health, medico-social and training sectors. She is also at the head of 12 regional health and social training institutes.

Internationally, the CRF operates in 16 countries alongside National Societies and 2 regional platforms (PIRAC and PIROI), on the following themes: Health and Disaster Risk Management.

In the same way as in the professions that it develops and implements in France, the French Red Cross internationally places all its missions in a sustainable humanitarian action plan. This results in an articulation of emergency, post-emergency, crisis exit and reconstruction activities aimed at maximum efficiency. The objective is to carry out actions with lasting effects and to allow populations to regain their complete autonomy.

Our association also wants to strengthen its presence and the promotion of its priority commitments within the International Movement.

By joining us, you will share our commitment and ethics and develop your skills.

The French Red Cross (CRf) has been present in Mauritania since 2000, through health programs (nutrition, maternal and child health), economic and social recovery and food security.

Its national strategy is based on three main axes: strengthening the health system, strengthening the resilience of populations, and the exchange of expertise with the National Host Society, the Mauritanian Red Crescent.

Later

Under the hierarchical supervision of the head of delegation, the head of sub-delegation supervises the coordination, planning, implementation and control of interventions and projects in the Hodh el Chagui region. He/she is the security referent, and ensures compliance with procedures by all FIU staff throughout the Hodh El Chagui region.

The head of sub-delegation is the guarantor of the accountability of the FIU’s interventions towards the beneficiaries; members of the CR/CR movement and donors. To this end he/she works to strengthen the capacities of the CRm and the valorization of operational achievements.

The Bassikounou sub-delegation currently has a team of around 38 staff including 2 expatriates who will be under the management of the head of the sub-delegation.

Goals

Under the authority of the head of delegation based in Nouakchott, the head of sub-delegation has the objectives of:

Represent the French Red Cross (CRF) to the authorities, beneficiaries and partners involved in the Hodh El Chagui area. It is important to note that representation with the central level (supervising ministries except in exceptional cases) will be made by the head of delegation or the donor reporting and communication officer of the delegation.
Guarantee the coordination and monitoring of projects of the Bassikounou sub-delegation, as well as the sharing of information with other humanitarian actors and partners in the field, specifically with members of the CR/CR Movement,
Ensure good communication and coordination between the different services of the sub-delegation and with the FIU delegation in Nouakchott
Maintain the strategic positioning of the FIU and guarantee the quality and accountability of the actions implemented in its areas of competence, within the Bassikounou sub-delegation.

The head of sub-delegation is the guarantor of compliance with internal procedures, particularly security, put in place by the FIU at the level of the Bassikounou sub- delegation . The delegation’s current challenge is to develop new projects in Hodh El Chagui.

MISSIONS:

Management and Cooperation
Ensure operational implementation and monitoring of activities
Supervision of the management of financial and logistical resources
Ensure security management
Ensure monitoring, evaluation, accountability and learning
Participate in good partnership relations and the development of National Societies
Ensure effective and dynamic management and animation of your team

Candidate profile

Qualifications and experiences

Master’s degree or equivalent in project management, international relations/international cooperation, social sciences and/or administrative and financial management
At least 3 years of experience in a similar position; very good team management skills

Mandatory job requirements

Proven experience in management, project management (3 years minimum) essential
Experience in security management
Experience in administration, finance and logistics
Experience in humanitarian/development and abroad essential
Ease of communication and institutional relations
Comfort in coordinating with many other humanitarian actors
Autonomy, versatility, adaptability in a difficult context
Organizational capacity and coordination capabilities
Writing skills and experience in project writing and report development
Good analytical and synthesis skills
Good knowledge of the main donors and their procedures

Valued skills

Mastery of the Office pack (Word, Excel, Powerpoint), network work (G-Suite/Google Workspace)
Knowledge of the Red Cross Movement

Skills linked to the specific environment of the mission:

Rigor, patience, diplomacy, flexibility and ability to adapt
Experience in managing staff from different cultures
Good knowledge or experience of the CR/CR Movement (operation, mandates, etc.)
Great ability to negotiate

LANGUAGES

Excellent level of French required (spoken and written)
Correct level of English read and written appreciated

Practical information related to the position

Type of status : expatriate
Type of contract : French fixed-term contract/precariousness bonus paid at the end of the contract
Salary : salary range, according to the classification of the position on the CRf grid and according to the experience of the candidate.
End of year bonus : equivalent to a 13th month pro-rata based on attendance time
Per diem : daily per diem which varies depending on the country
Leave : 5 weeks of paid leave/year and 21 days of recovery – Plane ticket 100% covered by the CRf for travel home/mission for leave after 6 months
Health coverage : CFE + Mutuelle MSH (100% covered) – 75% covered by the CRf
MedEvac/repatriation insurance : YES
Other insurance : provident insurance (death-disability)

Résumé

Location: Bassikounou – MAURITANIA
Duration: 6 months renewable
To be filled : May

The French Red Cross reserves the right to close recruitment before the deadline for the announcement and submission of applications. Thank you for your understanding.

Without further contact from us within 3 weeks, please consider that we will not respond favorably to your application.

Female applications encouraged.

Online training:

To better understand the Red Cross Movement, we invite you to follow two online training courses, free and accessible to all. Completion of these training courses constitutes a plus in your application: WORC (World of Red Cross and Red Crescent): this training covers subjects such as the origin and history of the Movement, its fundamental principles, the emblem, the Federation international, the ICRC and national societies. Stay Safe, for its part, aims to develop a common culture of security management within the Movement. You will find these courses on the International Federation Learning Platform: https://ifrc.csod.com/client/ifrc/default.aspx