Country Director
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Terre des hommes (Tdh), a leading Swiss child relief agency, is hiring a Country Director for its Nigeria delegation based in Abuja. The role involves leading all operations, strategic planning, staff management, and fundraising. Requires a Master's degree and at least 5 years of senior NGO management experience.
- Swiss contract with gross monthly salary between 5500 and 6500 CHF (13.36 months per year).
- At least 5 years senior NGO management experience required.
- Based in Abuja, Nigeria.
- Master's degree in a relevant field required.
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Source salary availableThe source lists Gross monthly salary between 5500 CHF and 6500 CHF x13.36 months. Confirm the final pay, benefits, contract terms and allowances directly with the employer before accepting an offer.
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- Required5+ years of relevant experienceThe job post includes a minimum experience signal.
- RequiredEducation or certification mentioned in the postThe captured text mentions education, a diploma, certificate, or licence.
- PreferredPractical evidence in security, internship, segurancaThe tags and summary point to skills connected with this role.
- RequiredAvailability to work in AbujaThe vacancy is associated with this location.
- UnclearComfort with the Full Time contract termsConfirm hours, duration, probation and benefits at the original source.
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- OptionalProfessional references
- Role specificAcademic or professional certificates
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- Are you available to work in Abuja under the listed contract or schedule?
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Original source description
Terre des hommes (Tdh) is the leading Swiss child relief agency. The Foundation has been helping children in need for over 50 years, defending their rights regardless of their race, creed or political affiliation. In over 30 countries, Tdh protects children against exploitation and violence, improves children’s and their mother’s health and provi... Read more about this company Country Director Job Type Full Time Qualification MBA/MSc/MA Experience: 5 years Location Abuja Job Field Project and Program Management In terms of Responsibilities: Under the supervision of the Africa Regional Director , he/she ensures the proper functioning of operations at the national level; as such he/she represents the Foundation in Nigeria He/She directs and supervises all activities connected to the Tdh projects in his/her assignment country in line with the SP (Strategic Plan) and strategic orientations and represents Tdh (including legally) and promotes the entirety of its remit in Nigeria. He/She demonstrates ethical and exemplary leadership in order to maintain the Foundation’s good reputation and leads all the delegation’s collaborators in a shared vision in compliance with the Foundation’s strategic orientations. In collaboration with the programs and expertise, he/she develops the Strategic Plan of the Delegation’s operations in compliance with the general reference framework. He/She develops and guarantees the implementation of the Delegation’s Annual Operational Plans (AOPs) in compliance with the Strategic Plan and internal processes (budgetary management, HR and logistics management, quality and accountability). He/She ensures the Delegation’s internal and external communications, and feels accountable to the beneficiaries, collaborators and donors He/She supervises and supports all staff attached to the Delegation and is responsible for the security of the Tdh teams under his/her responsibility and is in charge of the security rules and the contingency plans of the country or countries under his/her responsibility He/She guarantees the implementation of an operational risk-management system for the Delegation. He/She makes sure that his/her teams and partners have learned the security policies and the general code of conduct and comply with them at all times. He/She manages and assumes ultimate responsibility for the risks and access aspects of the mission. The full job description will be shared with the candidates selected to start the recruitment process. Conditions offered : Swiss contract Gross monthly salary between 5500 CHF and 6500 CHF x13,36 months Insurances: sickness, accident, repatriation Annual leaves: 25 days/year Transport: Flights to duty station and back Education: Master in relevant field or training / experience: considered as equivalent Profile: At least 5 years previous experience: of seniority in an NGO at a management position in the field (expatriation) and in a similar context. Successful track record of developing strategies in humanitarian context (if also in development context will be a plus). Successful track record of securing high levels of funding from institutional donors (USAID including BHA, DFID, AFD, CDCS, ECHO, DEVCO/INTPA, UN, etc.). Extensive project management experience: (management, budgeting, grants management, planning, staff development and training skills) in emergency and or development context. Successful track record in drafting project proposals. Management experience: (including management of expatriate teams) and strong team leadership qualities. Knowledge on Child protection. Ability to work well and punctually under pressure. A commitment to excellence, attention to detail. Check how your CV aligns with this job Method of Application Interested and qualified? Go to Terre des hommes Foundation (Tdh) on jobs.tdh.org to apply Build your CV for free. Download in different templates.