International Rescue Committee Deputy Director Operations Job in Mogadishu / Nairobi

Position: Deputy Director Operations
 

Location: Mogadishu / Nairobi (75% Somalia; 25% Nairobi)
 

Duration: 24 months (Renewable)
 

Start Date: December 2014
 

Background: The International Rescue Committee has been working in Somalia since 2006,  providing essential services to conflict and disaster affected communities. 

The IRC has been operational in Central Somalia (Mudug and Galgadud regions) and Mogadishu implementing interventions in the areas of livelihood, Governance, protection, GBV, WASH and health reaching out to more than 200,000 conflict and drought affected people.

Scope of Work: Deputy Director Operations (DDO) role is to lead and ensure efficient support systems within the country team which includes functions of administration, supply chain, IT and human resources.

The DDO is responsible for ensuring that all the necessary systems, policies and procedures are consistently implemented by the relevant staff in all program areas. 

The position reports to the Country Director, and manages a team made up of the Supply Chain Manager, Human Resources Manager and ICT Officer based in the Nairobi main office and Field Coordinators working in three field sites.

Minimum Requirements:

• 5-7 years in an operational management role, with several of these being in an international NGO.
• MBA or comparable degree preferred.
• Prior and successful experience working within an insecure conflict prone environment.
• Somalia experience; knowledge of the context (in experience and expertise) and understating of the culture is essential.
• Strong background in Supply Chain, Logistics and Administration.
• Strong finance background in financial management, budget development and analysis.
• Strong interpersonal and training skills, ability to work in multi-cultural environments.
• Diverse background in operations, with strong understanding of finance, administration and logistics.
• Strong computer skills including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Full description of this position and application details can be viewed through our website www.rescue.org/careers. 

Applications should be received on or before 8th November 2014