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Associate Country Director Oxfam Yangon

Associate Country Director (Oxfam GB)

Salary: Circa £25K net (take home pay) + expatriate benefits for internationally relocated candidates, fixed term 2 years contract
Based: Yangon, Myanmar
Through effective humanitarian, advocacy, campaigning and policy change initiatives, Oxfam are committed to finding sustainable solutions to the issues faced by the people of Myanmar. And it’s to this end that we’ve rolled out a Single management Structure (SMS), taking a more coherent, efficient and effective approach to our work not only in East Asia, but across every country in which we operate. In this hugely important role, you’ll be at the forefront of these efforts in Myanmar.
The role
In this brand new position under the SMS, you’ll manage Oxfam GB’s objectives at a strategic leadership level – supporting the Country Leadership Team in the delivery of a programme of development initiatives. It’s crucial that we maintain a consistent and integrated approach in our efforts across Myanmar. Something you’ll keep in mind as you take charge of operational and people management; mobilising your team in the delivery of agreed priorities and plans, seeing to it that we’re utilising our resources and identifying opportunities to build on our capacity. But your success will hinge as much on the partnerships you develop as the operational work involved. So engaging the private sector, building relationships with key political figures and managing vital donor contracts, you’ll create strong links and establish Oxfam as an influential agency – helping to make a real difference to a country in desperate need of our support.
What we’re looking for
To deliver in a role of such importance calls for extensive experience of driving programme development and change management, both in a humanitarian and development context. So you’ll know all about building donor and partner relationships and leading and motivating teams. And from a practical standpoint, you’ll be confident overseeing complex budgets. More than that, specialist humanitarian and advocacy skill are essential, as is the ability to think politically, analytically and strategically in challenging situations. But just as importantly, you’ll have the credibility, the drive and the passion to positively represent Oxfam at all levels.
About Oxfam
A simple, inescapable truth underlines everything we do at Oxfam. There’s enough wealth in this world to go around. It’s not unfortunate that people live in poverty. It’s unjustifiable. It’s not just their problem. It’s ours too. And with the right support, we can beat poverty and injustice. Thousands of people already commit their time and talents to our campaigning, humanitarian and long-term development projects. Now we’re looking for yours.
Oxfam Great Britain is a leading aid, development, and campaigning charity with a worldwide reputation for excellence and over 60 years of experience. As an organisation Oxfam is committed to gender equity and putting women’s rights at the heart of all we do. In Asia, Oxfam GB works with partners across the region, including Cambodia, Indonesia, Myanmar, Philippines, Thailand, Vietnam, Nepal, Bangladesh, Afghanistan, Pakistan and Sri Lanka.
How to apply
To find out more about this role and to apply, visit www.oxfam.org.uk/jobs and quote ref: INT5331 or
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Human Resources Department by email to myanmarhr@oxfam.org.uk
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Oxfam, no.(16), 1st Floor, West Shwe Gone Daing 4th Street,West Shwe Gone Daing Ward, Bahan Township, Yangon.
Closing date: 29th April 2012
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