Vice President, Technical Services & Quality Assurance
Job Description
Job Posting Organization:
Action Against Hunger USA (ACF USA) is part of the Action Against Hunger International network, which is a global leader in the fight against hunger. Established to address the pressing issues of hunger and malnutrition, ACF USA operates in 55 countries with a focus on various programs including nutrition, health, climate resilience, security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">food security, and emergency response. The organization has a significant presence in countries such as Kenya, South Sudan, Somalia, Tanzania, Uganda, Ethiopia, Zambia, and Haiti, working closely with local communities to tackle the root causes of hunger and enhance resilience against food insecurity.
Job Overview:
The Vice President, Technical Services & Quality Assurance is a pivotal role within Action Against Hunger USA, responsible for leading the global technical strategy and ensuring the highest standards of program quality, technical innovation, and evidence-based impact across all humanitarian and development initiatives. This position reports directly to the Chief Impact Officer and oversees a global team of technical experts. The role is designed for an executive leader who is not only mission-driven but also possesses strong technical expertise and extensive experience in global program leadership. The Vice President will be instrumental in linking technical excellence with funding growth and organizational impact, ensuring that the programs delivered are effective and meet the needs of the communities served.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Required Qualifications:
Educational Background:
Candidates must possess a Master's degree or PhD in a relevant field, which may include public health, international development, or a related discipline. Alternatively, equivalent humanitarian leadership experience may be considered in lieu of formal educational qualifications.
Experience:
The position requires a minimum of 15 years of progressive leadership experience in humanitarian or development programming. Candidates should have substantial experience managing global technical teams and senior technical advisors, demonstrating a strong ability to lead multidisciplinary teams effectively. Experience in donor engagement and funding strategy is also critical, as is a proven track record of managing complex, multi-country programs.
Languages:
While the job description does not specify mandatory languages, proficiency in English is essential due to the nature of the role and the organization's international operations. Additional language skills may be considered an asset, particularly in languages relevant to the regions where Action Against Hunger operates.
Additional Notes:
This position is remote, allowing for flexibility in work location. Action Against Hunger USA is unable to provide employment sponsorship for this role, which indicates that candidates must have the legal right to work in the United States. The role is designed for an executive-level candidate, emphasizing the importance of leadership experience and the ability to influence global humanitarian programming.
Action Against Hunger USA (ACF USA) is part of the Action Against Hunger International network, which is a global leader in the fight against hunger. Established to address the pressing issues of hunger and malnutrition, ACF USA operates in 55 countries with a focus on various programs including nutrition, health, climate resilience, security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">food security, and emergency response. The organization has a significant presence in countries such as Kenya, South Sudan, Somalia, Tanzania, Uganda, Ethiopia, Zambia, and Haiti, working closely with local communities to tackle the root causes of hunger and enhance resilience against food insecurity.
Job Overview:
The Vice President, Technical Services & Quality Assurance is a pivotal role within Action Against Hunger USA, responsible for leading the global technical strategy and ensuring the highest standards of program quality, technical innovation, and evidence-based impact across all humanitarian and development initiatives. This position reports directly to the Chief Impact Officer and oversees a global team of technical experts. The role is designed for an executive leader who is not only mission-driven but also possesses strong technical expertise and extensive experience in global program leadership. The Vice President will be instrumental in linking technical excellence with funding growth and organizational impact, ensuring that the programs delivered are effective and meet the needs of the communities served.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Provide executive leadership for the global technical strategy of Action Against Hunger USA, ensuring that all programs meet quality standards and demonstrate measurable impact.
- Lead and develop a high-performing Technical Services & Quality Assurance team, fostering collaboration across headquarters, regional offices, and country programs.
- Drive technical positioning and resource mobilization efforts, supporting donor engagement and developing proposal strategies for complex, multi-country funding opportunities.
- Serve as a senior external representative of the organization, enhancing partnerships with donors, stakeholders, and global technical networks.
- Advance evidence-driven programming by strengthening Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL) systems, knowledge management, and research and innovation to showcase organizational impact.
Required Qualifications:
- A Master's degree or PhD in a relevant field, or equivalent humanitarian leadership experience.
- A minimum of 15 years of progressive leadership experience in humanitarian or development programming.
- Proven experience in managing global technical teams and senior technical advisors.
- Demonstrated experience in supporting donor engagement and developing funding strategies.
- Strong executive communication and representation skills, with a track record of effective stakeholder engagement.
- Experience working with U.S. and international institutional donors is essential.
Educational Background:
Candidates must possess a Master's degree or PhD in a relevant field, which may include public health, international development, or a related discipline. Alternatively, equivalent humanitarian leadership experience may be considered in lieu of formal educational qualifications.
Experience:
The position requires a minimum of 15 years of progressive leadership experience in humanitarian or development programming. Candidates should have substantial experience managing global technical teams and senior technical advisors, demonstrating a strong ability to lead multidisciplinary teams effectively. Experience in donor engagement and funding strategy is also critical, as is a proven track record of managing complex, multi-country programs.
Languages:
While the job description does not specify mandatory languages, proficiency in English is essential due to the nature of the role and the organization's international operations. Additional language skills may be considered an asset, particularly in languages relevant to the regions where Action Against Hunger operates.
Additional Notes:
This position is remote, allowing for flexibility in work location. Action Against Hunger USA is unable to provide employment sponsorship for this role, which indicates that candidates must have the legal right to work in the United States. The role is designed for an executive-level candidate, emphasizing the importance of leadership experience and the ability to influence global humanitarian programming.
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