Country Head of Programmes Mali

Coordinatore Programma-Diritti Umani

Descrizione

Position: Country Head of Programmes Mali

Reporting to: Country Representative

Collaborating with: Head of Departments and Project Managers

Location: Bamako, MALI

Starting date: ASAP

Application deadline: 20/1/2025

Family Duty Station: NO

R&R: YES

Working Context

WeWorld has been active in Mali since 2019. The sectors of intervention are food security and support to resilience, protection with special focus on child protection and the most vulnerable groups of population, particularly IDPs. Future activities will enlarge the intervention in the fields of education and school feeding, including cash transfer. WeWorld currently works in the regions of Mopti. Currently we have a national representation office in Bamako, a field office in Douentza and an operational presence in Mopti with the help of the partners.

Purpose of the Role

The Country Head of Programmes will supervise all ongoing projects in the country in accordance with the strategy, plans and policies of the WeWorld mission in Mali and will ensure technical and quality control of ongoing project interventions and contribute to the development of new ones.

Main functions and duties

Programme Management and Quality Management

• Provide leadership and ensure program quality by effectively guiding Project Managers and Program Advisors

• Oversee the alignment of all programs with WeWorld's strategy and the Malian context, implementing contingency plans and corrective actions as necessary

• Monitor and supervise the planning of project activities to ensure efficient implementation and compliance with donor regulations, Malian legislation and professional standards

• Liaise with the Financial Officer and the National Representative to ensure effective management of project budgets within the Malian portfolio

• Ensure high quality compilation and timely delivery of internal and external reports, briefing notes and other reporting materials

• Manage and implement projects directly in the absence of a dedicated Project Manager, following the guidelines provided by the National Representative

• Lead the integration of cross-cutting issues in project design and implementation

• Ensure the continuous monitoring of quality criteria and indicators to inform decision-making processes

Strategic Direction

• Work closely with the Country Representative to shape a long-term strategic vision and develop plans for impactful, high-quality program strategies and related processes

• Identify funding opportunities, oversee data collection initiatives, and lead the development of competitive, responsive proposals in collaboration with the Country Representative, HQ coordinators, and program teams

• Build and maintain strategic alliances and partnerships with national and local authorities, donors, multilateral agencies, partners, and WeWorld HQ

• Coordinate and ensure the delivery of integrated humanitarian and development programs, incorporating policy and advocacy components

Institutional representation and capitalization

• Ensure that procedures, tools and guides are updated and implemented

• Represent WeWorld at higher level coordination fora, including national working groups, feeding back to the Country Representative and HQ coordinators on relevant issues

• Provides effective WeWorld representation to donors, national and local authorities, partners and other relevant stakeholders in the country

HR Management

• Supervise and mentor direct line management staff, including setting performance objectives, establishing a supportive environment while emphasizing accountability

• Ensure proper communication within the program team and between departments, making sure that the strategy, decisions and future endeavors are shared in a transparent manner

• Ensure transparent, equal and inclusive recruitment, management and training of human resources in accordance with the policy and procedures, and all regulatory requirements (WeWorld, host country legislation and donor’s policy)

• Foster an inclusive and diverse work environment, and ensure that the highest standards of conduct are observed

The duties and responsibilities set forth above are not exhaustive and the role holder may be required to perform additional duties.

HOW TO APPLY: BEWARE!

Please, send your CV and Cover Letter EXCLUSIVELY to the following address: https://weworld.intervieweb.it/jobs/country-head-of-programmes-mali-585455/en/

The recruitment process may be closed early if a suitable candidate is found.

Due to the large number of applications, we apologise in advance and will only respond to those profiles deemed suitable for the role.