Job Description
Job Posting Organization:
Save the Children Australia (SCA) is a prominent organization dedicated to improving the lives of children and families in need. Established with a mission to ensure that every child has the opportunity to grow up healthy, educated, and safe, SCA operates in various countries across the Pacific region. The organization focuses on areas such as education, climate resilience, sustainable development, and humanitarian response. With a diverse workforce and a commitment to inclusivity, SCA aims to create a positive impact through partnerships and community engagement. The organization values cultural sensitivity and strives to uplift nations by empowering local communities and fostering collaboration.
Job Overview:
The Country Lead – Tonga position is a full-time, permanent role that requires a dynamic individual to lead and oversee Save the Children Australia's programs in Tonga. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing strategic leadership and ensuring that the organization's initiatives align with both regional priorities and national development goals. This role involves engaging with various stakeholders, managing program quality, and ensuring effective implementation of development projects. The Country Lead will also play a crucial role in building a network of contacts within the development and humanitarian sectors to enhance SCA's reputation in Tonga. The position demands a strong commitment to driving transformative change and making a lasting impact in the region.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The Country Lead will have a comprehensive set of responsibilities, including:
Required Qualifications:
Candidates for the Country Lead position must possess a minimum of 15 years' experience in directing programs and monitoring outcomes within a socially responsible organization or business. A tertiary qualification in a relevant or related discipline is essential. The ideal candidate should demonstrate experience in working alongside national staff in a culturally sensitive manner to build capacity. Strong leadership and management skills in complex international settings are required, along with significant experience in strategic planning, design" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">program design, and proposal development. Additionally, candidates should have experience overseeing operational requirements, financial management, risk management, procurement, and human resources. Proven ability to establish and manage collaborative relationships and partnerships is crucial, as well as strong representation and influencing skills.
Educational Background:
The educational background required for the Country Lead position includes a tertiary qualification in a relevant or related discipline. This could encompass fields such as international development, public administration, social sciences, or any other area that provides a solid foundation for understanding the complexities of development work in Tonga and the Pacific region.
Experience:
The position requires extensive experience, specifically a minimum of 15 years in senior management or Country Lead-level roles within the international development sector. Candidates should have a proven track record of directing programs, monitoring outcomes, and managing complex projects in a socially responsible organization. Experience in the Tonga context or similar environments will be highly regarded, as it demonstrates an understanding of local challenges and opportunities.
Languages:
Fluency in written and spoken English is mandatory for this position. Proficiency in additional languages relevant to the region or local dialects would be considered an asset, enhancing communication and engagement with local communities and stakeholders.
Additional Notes:
This position is a full-time, permanent role based in Nuku'alofa, Tonga. The application process is designed to be straightforward and accessible for all candidates, reflecting Save the Children Australia's commitment to diversity and inclusion. The organization offers a range of employee benefits, including individual learning plans, internal employment opportunities, support for workplace wellness, and additional leave options. All employees are required to undergo a National Police Check, a Working with Children Check, and adhere to the Child Safeguarding Policy and Code of Conduct. Save the Children is dedicated to maintaining a safe working environment consistent with OH&S legislation.
Save the Children Australia (SCA) is a prominent organization dedicated to improving the lives of children and families in need. Established with a mission to ensure that every child has the opportunity to grow up healthy, educated, and safe, SCA operates in various countries across the Pacific region. The organization focuses on areas such as education, climate resilience, sustainable development, and humanitarian response. With a diverse workforce and a commitment to inclusivity, SCA aims to create a positive impact through partnerships and community engagement. The organization values cultural sensitivity and strives to uplift nations by empowering local communities and fostering collaboration.
Job Overview:
The Country Lead – Tonga position is a full-time, permanent role that requires a dynamic individual to lead and oversee Save the Children Australia's programs in Tonga. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing strategic leadership and ensuring that the organization's initiatives align with both regional priorities and national development goals. This role involves engaging with various stakeholders, managing program quality, and ensuring effective implementation of development projects. The Country Lead will also play a crucial role in building a network of contacts within the development and humanitarian sectors to enhance SCA's reputation in Tonga. The position demands a strong commitment to driving transformative change and making a lasting impact in the region.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The Country Lead will have a comprehensive set of responsibilities, including:
- Leading the strategic direction of SCA’s work in Tonga, ensuring alignment with Pacific regional priorities and national development goals.
- Facilitating strategic business development forums (SBDF) to identify future opportunities in Tonga.
- Building and maintaining a network of contacts in the development and humanitarian sector to advance SCA’s brand and reputation.
- Overseeing the implementation of development projects in accordance with donor and SCA requirements, providing support and advice to the Program Management Units.
- Managing financial oversight and audit requirements for projects.
- Supporting the capacity development of local partners and promoting their leadership in program delivery.
- Ensuring effective stakeholder engagement and collaboration with various partners and counterparts.
- Monitoring and evaluating program outcomes to ensure accountability and effectiveness.
Required Qualifications:
Candidates for the Country Lead position must possess a minimum of 15 years' experience in directing programs and monitoring outcomes within a socially responsible organization or business. A tertiary qualification in a relevant or related discipline is essential. The ideal candidate should demonstrate experience in working alongside national staff in a culturally sensitive manner to build capacity. Strong leadership and management skills in complex international settings are required, along with significant experience in strategic planning, design" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">program design, and proposal development. Additionally, candidates should have experience overseeing operational requirements, financial management, risk management, procurement, and human resources. Proven ability to establish and manage collaborative relationships and partnerships is crucial, as well as strong representation and influencing skills.
Educational Background:
The educational background required for the Country Lead position includes a tertiary qualification in a relevant or related discipline. This could encompass fields such as international development, public administration, social sciences, or any other area that provides a solid foundation for understanding the complexities of development work in Tonga and the Pacific region.
Experience:
The position requires extensive experience, specifically a minimum of 15 years in senior management or Country Lead-level roles within the international development sector. Candidates should have a proven track record of directing programs, monitoring outcomes, and managing complex projects in a socially responsible organization. Experience in the Tonga context or similar environments will be highly regarded, as it demonstrates an understanding of local challenges and opportunities.
Languages:
Fluency in written and spoken English is mandatory for this position. Proficiency in additional languages relevant to the region or local dialects would be considered an asset, enhancing communication and engagement with local communities and stakeholders.
Additional Notes:
This position is a full-time, permanent role based in Nuku'alofa, Tonga. The application process is designed to be straightforward and accessible for all candidates, reflecting Save the Children Australia's commitment to diversity and inclusion. The organization offers a range of employee benefits, including individual learning plans, internal employment opportunities, support for workplace wellness, and additional leave options. All employees are required to undergo a National Police Check, a Working with Children Check, and adhere to the Child Safeguarding Policy and Code of Conduct. Save the Children is dedicated to maintaining a safe working environment consistent with OH&S legislation.
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