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Senior Vice President
Source: American Refugee Committee (ARC) - USA
| Deadline: | 14 Nov 2009 |
| Organisation: | American Refugee Committee (ARC) - USA |
| Location: | United States of America |
| Type: | permanent |
| Salary: | TBA (000's USD) |
| Description: | Job Description
POSITION TITLE: Senior Vice President DATE: 9/25/09
HQ DEPARTMENT or COUNTRY PROGRAM: International Programs GRADE: RESPONSIBLE TO: President EEO Code: STATUS (Full time, Part time, Temporary): Full Time 0 Exempt 0Non-Exempt SUPERVISORY CAPACITY: Sr. Director of International Programs; Director of Program Development; Director of Government Affairs DEPARTMENT/COUNTRY PROGRAM DESCRIPTION/MISSION ARC is currently working in seven program countries including Darfur, South Sudan, Uganda, Liberia, Rwanda, Thailand, Pakistan and with a 2008 budget of $28 million. Responding both to natural disaster and to conflict and post-conflict displacement, ARC's work ranges from camp management, returnee monitoring and assistance, programs for economic opportunity (including MFIs, VSAL and microenterprise development), health care (primary health care services, reproductive health care, HIV/AIDS,GBV) to emergency response. PRIMARY PURPOSE OF THE POSITION The Senior Vice President for International Programs, reporting to ARC's President/CEO, will provide executive leadership to ARC's international program functions and give direction to the formation of goalsplaying a key role in ensuring that financial and operational objectives are met. MAJOR AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY PRIMARY DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES % OF TIME LEADERSHIP: Oversee the key functions of program representation, development, and implementation and lead a managed process of change that is clearly oriented to growing while maintaining quality and building recognition Provide leadership in enhancing the internal international program processes and infrastructure that will allow ARC to grow and fulfill its mission PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT: Work with the President to foster an entrepreneurial approach to program development and delivery Develop program strategies and lead change process to support new initiatives and business development opportunities. Collaborate with Director of Program Development to develop program strategies and to support new initiatives and business development opportunities Work with the Development Department to help raise funds and new initiatives as determined by the President DONOR RELATIONS: Represent ARC to domestic and international communities relevant to refugee, IDP and vulnerable populations. Initiate, develop, and maintain contact with key donors, US government, and UN agencies FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT: Provide executive oversight in program compliance and the development and implementation of program standards and best practices; ensure accountability through a results based performance management process Oversee IP financial and business planning activities EDUCATION, TECHNICAL SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED A strong record of senior level management experience including at least five years with an international NGO or an organization with international scope Background in entrepreneurial program development and promotion A proven fundraising record with public and private donors International field-based experience and/or experience with programs in developing countries for people at risk Knowledge of relevant global affairs issues and policies concerning refugees and displaced persons; Excellent communication skills including public speaking, writing and listening. Advanced degree in international relations, public administration, humanitarian development, public health, non-profit administration or related field preferred. KEY BEHAVIORS & ABILITIES Ability to promote a work environment characterized by innovation, creativity, teamwork, transparency, integrity and respect, and which values inclusiveness and diversity. Commitment to maintaining strong relationships with donors, other international NGOs and other relevant development entities. A passion for making a significant contribution to the well being of vulnerable people |
