Programme Director , World Vision International , Burundi

Programme Director – Burundi

Use your world-class leadership skills to play a key role in effectively improving the lives of children and families of Burundi

World Vision International (WVI) is a Christian relief and development organization dedicated to helping children and their communities worldwide reach their full potential by tackling the causes of poverty. World Vision helps transform the lives of the world's poorest children and families in nearly 100 countries. Our nonprofit work extends assistance to all people, regardless of their religious beliefs, gender, race, or ethnic background.

The Programme Director – Burundi will strategically lead, develop and direct the implementation of all aspects of World Vision International/Burundi Ministry as an effective member of the Partnership in line with Twin Citizenship principles to ensure high Ministry quality and high impact to children and their communities; Be accountable for all aspects of WV Burundi’s work in the country.

We are looking for a visionary leader who can combine strong business disciplines with inspirational spiritual leadership skills in line with our Christian values and ethos. You will have a passionate desire to help others, especially children.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Ensure that the office has a high quality Christian Commitment strategy and operations plan that is appropriate for country context
• Ensure high ministry quality and high impact in the field by leading in a way that the office is achieving its expected annual targets at all stages of the Design, Monitoring and Evaluation (DM&E) on a sustainable basis
• Ensure there are clear strategies for the key main functions, and they are based on the office strategy and operational plan and include main priority areas identified in respective Regional and Partnership Strategy
• Represent the office and engage and build strategic alliances with the government of the country, WV board, major donor agencies, WV Partnership, non-governmental agencies, churches and media
• Manage overall financial integrity of the programme to WV Support Offices, donors, the government and other stakeholders
• As a member of the local Microfinance Institution (MFI) board, ensure that Vision Fund’s microfinance ministry is integrated with World Vision’s ministry to promote fullness of life for children and their communities

REQUIRED SKILLS INCLUDE:

• Master’s Degree in Rural or International Development, Organizational Leadership or MBA with a minimum of 5years of International development experience or NGO leadership experience in post conflict and transition contexts, overseeing integrated development, emergency relief and advocacy programmes.
• Able to manage an annual budget of ($20-30 million) composed of government grants, multilateral funds and private funding including child sponsorship.
• Strong ability to network and establish good relationships with donors, NGOs, government officials, community leaders and other stakeholders
• Experience in leading local fundraising, including management responsibilities preferably over the areas of fundraising with major private donors and Governments.
• Fluency in English and working knowledge of French

Will you use your leadership skills to further “life in all its fullness” for children?

For specific details regarding the position, please refer to the full description and apply online by the closing date 13 July 2012. For more information on World Vision International, please visit our website: www.wvi.org. World Vision is an equal opportunity employer.