BACKGROUND:
World Vision South Sudan focuses on the child well- being indicators in the primary sectors of intervention including food, food security and livelihoods, WASH, health, nutrition, protection including child protection and GBV, education, faith and development, and NFIs.
PURPOSE OF POSITION:
Set a strategic vision for the office and lead, develop and direct the implementation of all aspects of World Vision Ministry as an effective member of the Partnership in line with ‘Twin Citizenship’ principles to ensure solid ministry quality and high impact in the field; be accountable for all aspects of WV’s work in the country.
Ensure that WV’s ministry directly aligns with LEAP 3 principles and contributes at scale to the sustained well-being of children and the fulfilment of their rights within families and communities.
Have a strong external orientation and represent WV with all donors, project partners, WV Partnership Offices and divisions, local government, church representatives and non- governmental organizations, serving according to the Power of Attorney given by the Global Center.
Maintain a strong growth with quality mentality and lead the office to ensure growth in the area of grants.
Provide leadership, strategic direction and support in the development and implementation of an effective Resource Development Strategy.
Ensure people issues are front and centre, promoting an office that embraces diversity, interfaith collaboration, gender balance and engagement with all Partnership staff.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Spiritual Leadership:
- Ensure that the office has a strong and integrated Faith and Development strategy that includes staff nurture, integration of program approaches such as Covenant with umbrella church bodies, Celebrating Families, FBFs, etc.
Ministry Performance:
- Ensure high quality ministry approaches that align with LEAP 3 principles and ensure best practice development work at scale.
Strategy, Operating Plan and Long and Short Term Targets:
- Ensure there is a documented office strategy, fully aligned to the WVI Partnership Global Strategy, Our Promise 2030.
Leadership and Management of WV South Sudan:
- Promote WV’s Vision, Mission, Core Values and key Partnership Standards and Practices among the staff and partners and ensure these are the core foundation of WV South Sudan strategies and work.
Advocacy and Representation:
- Represent WVSS and engage and build strategic alliances with the government of the country, major donor agencies, WV Partnership, non-governmental agencies, churches, media and other external stakeholders.
Financial Management and Financial and Operational Audit Compliance:
- Ensure efficient and effective organizational practices that result in successful financial and operational audit scores.
Safety and Security, Disaster Mitigation and Preparedness:
- Develop and maintain capacity to respond to natural and man-made emergencies.
Compliance and Country Legal Environment:
- Ensure the office complies with local labour law requirements and standards.
Resource Development and Management:
- Explore opportunities and facilitate Resource Development business planning. Align with regional GAM team objectives.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
Government Grants & Budgets:
- Strong knowledge of financial management and accounting principles.
Major Ministries:
- Experience in technical programming in at least one of the major ministry components.
Contexts:
- Experience working in conflict affected contexts; Africa experience a plus.
Leadership/Governance:
- Experience leading diverse executive teams. Experience with the donor and humanitarian community.
Qualifications:
- Master’s Degree in a relevant field
Other Competencies/Attributes:
- Must exhibit composure and professionalism. Able to represent World Vision to government officials, donors and other external stakeholders in a professional and self-assured manner.
Working Environment/Conditions:
- Work environment: Office-based with frequent travel to the field.