Country: Pakistan
Closing date: 10 Mar 2018
The Red Cross and the Red Crescent Movement is composed of 190 national societies, the International Committee of the Red Cross and the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies. It is the largest network of humanitarian actors in the world, with 100 million members and volunteers.
Norwegian Red Cross (NorCross) is a member of the world wide Red Cross Movement working in the fields of relief and assistance and the development of sister Red Cross societies. Norwegian Red Cross has established regional- and country representations, to ensure proximity to key partner Red Cross / Red Crescent societies as well as donors and international partners.
We are now seeking a Regional Representative for Asia region to be based in Islamabad, Pakistan.
The Regional Representative is the main responsible for NorCross engagement in the Asia region. The Regional Representative is responsible for delivering annually on strategic and operational commitments and financial obligations. He/she liaises with partners and stakeholders on an overall, strategic and operational level, supporting the Country Managers in their partner dialogue when necessary. The Regional Representative ensures the regional operationalization of the international strategy, and approves the country portfolios. The Regional Representative ensures a good team relationship and a functional division of labor and tasks within the team. The position reports to the Head of Programmes, Norwegian Red Cross, based in Oslo.
Main responsibilities:
- Actively participate in the extended management Group and lead regional strategic processes.
- Oversee, guide and support country specific security framework implementation.
- Be an active team leader, ensuring good dialogue and communication within the regional team, maintain and ensure efficient communication, information flow and coordination in the regional team at HQ and field, as well as enabling the team’s participation and involvement in the thematic networks.
- Lead and oversee all HR processes for NorCross delegates in the region, in close collaboration with International HR Unit.
- Oversee the development of the annual budget for the regional portfolio, including office budgets, in line with the overall budget process. Requests changes to approved budget to HQ when necessary.
- Approve applications and reports from the region according to given guidelines. Support reporting and application processes in the countries under his/her responsibility.
- Maintain communication vis-à-vis the Norwegian authorities and international donors, such as ECHO, and other relevant actors.
- Develop and maintain a good cooperation with NorCross partners in the region; National Society, Federation and ICRC on an overall level.
- Be a spokesperson on behalf of NorCross towards media for the Region.
- Participate actively in Disaster Task Force as per established procedures and travel to disaster-affected areas within the region upon need.
Qualifications and personal skills we are looking for:
- Minimum 10 years of work experience
- A Master degree in social or political science, extensive and relevant field experience can compensate for the lack of a relevant university degree
- Minimum 5 years of leadership experience.
- Experience in conflict contexts. Field experience of at least 5 years in a humanitarian operation.
- Experience in strategy development/implementation, finance and risk management, people and performance management
- Fluent written and oral English
- Advanced knowledge of Red Cross Movement an asset
- In-depth knowledge in either, health, WASH or organizational change management an asset
- Good knowledge of IT tools and systems
We are looking for a person who can:
- Provide a clear sense of direction, inspire, coordinate others and keep team members focused on objectives.
- Communicate clearly and effectively. You speak with authority, conviction and you encourage open dialogue with staff and colleagues.
- Cooperate well with others and promote collaboration and knowledge sharing in your team.
- Make objective judgements and ensure direction and clarity by making decisive decisions in complex situations. You are able to convince and persuade others.
- Use a methodical and systematic approach and identify, understand and meet internal and external stakeholder needs (National Societies, colleagues and other relevant stakeholders).
- Demonstrate creativity and innovation by leading the development of new methods and processes to improve organizational performance.
- Focus on building trust and behave in accordance with the Red Cross/Red Crescent movement seven fundamental principles, as well as NorCross Int. department values of honesty, respect and generosity.
- Create a learning environment and support the development of staff consistently and in accordance with their development goals and performance objectives.
We offer:
- A meaningful job in the world's largest humanitarian organization.
- Valuable field experience.
- Salary/benefits according to the Norwegian Red Cross’ salary system and relevant qualifications.
Other:
- Contract period: 24 months (with possible extension)
- Family posting: Yes, with children under school age
How to apply:
Regional Representative for Asia region
Application deadline: 10.03.2017 (midnight Norwegian time)
Expected start date: As soon as possible.
Location: Islamabad, Pakistan
Contact for enquires about the position: Jacob Rothing, Head of Programmes (+47 90362846)
How to apply:
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