Chief Operating Officer International Crisis Group Brussels, Belgium
Chief Operating Officer
Job Closing date: 05 Oct 2012
International Crisis Group About
International Crisis Group:
Crisis Group is made up of highly motivated and dedicated individuals committed to the prevention and resolution of deadly conflict around the world. Our diverse staff population, currently around 150 full-time employees, is composed of 50 different nationalities capable amongst them of speaking over 50 different languages.
Employment at Crisis Group provides challenging and intellectually stimulating opportunities whether based in the field or in one of our advocacy offices. Alongside colleagues from varied backgrounds, many of whom already have distinguished track-records in the academic as well as public domain, the organisation provides a unique work environment. Staff members are supported and encouraged to enhance research and analytical skills, contribute to the development of policy recommendations and through strategic advocacy initiatives, be part of the debate in resolving some of the most intractable conflicts of our time.
Purpose of the role:
Reporting to the President & CEO, the Chief Operating Officer (COO) will have overall management and operational responsibility for all Crisis Group’s programs and offices. S/he will lead the organisation’s planning process and serve as a member of the Senior Management Team.
Specific responsibilities:
• Provides leadership in management of Crisis Group’s programs and offices; • Oversees and coordinates all day to day management matters and acts as Secretary to the Senior Management Team; • Leads Crisis Group’s strategic planning process and annual planning efforts and ensures the implementation of the outcomes of those processes; • Manages the preparation of Crisis Group’s bi-annual organisational work plans; • Leads Crisis Group’s monitoring and evaluation activities; • Together with the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and the Chief Development Officer (CDO), develops, implements and manages the operational aspects of the annual budget; • Leads the organisation’s efforts to manage and mitigate on-going and potential risks, with a particular focus on security risks to staff; • Ensures compliance by field offices and staff with Crisis Group’s policies and procedures and with local laws; • Works with the Board of Trustees, presents at Board meetings, administers all matters relating to the Board and Board meetings (with Board governance being the responsibility of the General Counsel); • As required provides high level representation on behalf of Crisis Group and the President to external constituencies, including governments and intergovernmental organisations, donors and civil society groups.
Requirements:
As a prerequisite, the successful candidate must be driven by Crisis Group’s mission. Beyond that, we are seeking a candidate that has proven experience in a leadership position and has a demonstrated ability to lead a group of diverse and talented individuals. Furthermore, the successful candidate will have:
• Significant professional experience with management and operational responsibility. Ideally has experience in an NGO/INGO; • Master’s in a relevant field and/or MBA preferred; • Deep knowledge of international relations required; • Good understanding of field work required and personal experience in the field preferred; • Excellent people skills, with an ability to partner with a dynamic leadership team; • Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and commitment to the mission of Crisis Group; • Analytic and sharp decision making skills with the ability to prioritise and communicate to staff key objectives necessary to achieve organizational goals; • Superior written and verbal communication skills in English; multiple languages an asset; • Strong understanding of Finance, HR and Development; • Willingness to travel.
How to apply:
Applications should be submitted in English and include a CV, cover letter and contact details of at least 3 referees. Please send applications by email to recruitment@crisisgroup.org, including "Chief Operating Officer (COO)" in the subject line.
Applications will be accepted until 5 October 2012. Please note that only candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted. No phone calls please.
Job Closing date: 05 Oct 2012
International Crisis Group About
International Crisis Group:
Crisis Group is made up of highly motivated and dedicated individuals committed to the prevention and resolution of deadly conflict around the world. Our diverse staff population, currently around 150 full-time employees, is composed of 50 different nationalities capable amongst them of speaking over 50 different languages.
Employment at Crisis Group provides challenging and intellectually stimulating opportunities whether based in the field or in one of our advocacy offices. Alongside colleagues from varied backgrounds, many of whom already have distinguished track-records in the academic as well as public domain, the organisation provides a unique work environment. Staff members are supported and encouraged to enhance research and analytical skills, contribute to the development of policy recommendations and through strategic advocacy initiatives, be part of the debate in resolving some of the most intractable conflicts of our time.
Purpose of the role:
Reporting to the President & CEO, the Chief Operating Officer (COO) will have overall management and operational responsibility for all Crisis Group’s programs and offices. S/he will lead the organisation’s planning process and serve as a member of the Senior Management Team.
Specific responsibilities:
• Provides leadership in management of Crisis Group’s programs and offices; • Oversees and coordinates all day to day management matters and acts as Secretary to the Senior Management Team; • Leads Crisis Group’s strategic planning process and annual planning efforts and ensures the implementation of the outcomes of those processes; • Manages the preparation of Crisis Group’s bi-annual organisational work plans; • Leads Crisis Group’s monitoring and evaluation activities; • Together with the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and the Chief Development Officer (CDO), develops, implements and manages the operational aspects of the annual budget; • Leads the organisation’s efforts to manage and mitigate on-going and potential risks, with a particular focus on security risks to staff; • Ensures compliance by field offices and staff with Crisis Group’s policies and procedures and with local laws; • Works with the Board of Trustees, presents at Board meetings, administers all matters relating to the Board and Board meetings (with Board governance being the responsibility of the General Counsel); • As required provides high level representation on behalf of Crisis Group and the President to external constituencies, including governments and intergovernmental organisations, donors and civil society groups.
Requirements:
As a prerequisite, the successful candidate must be driven by Crisis Group’s mission. Beyond that, we are seeking a candidate that has proven experience in a leadership position and has a demonstrated ability to lead a group of diverse and talented individuals. Furthermore, the successful candidate will have:
• Significant professional experience with management and operational responsibility. Ideally has experience in an NGO/INGO; • Master’s in a relevant field and/or MBA preferred; • Deep knowledge of international relations required; • Good understanding of field work required and personal experience in the field preferred; • Excellent people skills, with an ability to partner with a dynamic leadership team; • Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and commitment to the mission of Crisis Group; • Analytic and sharp decision making skills with the ability to prioritise and communicate to staff key objectives necessary to achieve organizational goals; • Superior written and verbal communication skills in English; multiple languages an asset; • Strong understanding of Finance, HR and Development; • Willingness to travel.
How to apply:
Applications should be submitted in English and include a CV, cover letter and contact details of at least 3 referees. Please send applications by email to recruitment@crisisgroup.org, including "Chief Operating Officer (COO)" in the subject line.
Applications will be accepted until 5 October 2012. Please note that only candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted. No phone calls please.
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