Right To Play Country Manager, Thailand
CLOSING DATE: November 30th, 2012
Organization: Right To Play
Department/Division: International Programs
Work location: Bangkok, Thailand
Authorized to Work in: Thailand
Organization: Right To Play
Department/Division: International Programs
Work location: Bangkok, Thailand
Authorized to Work in: Thailand
BACKGROUND:Right To Play is a global organization that uses the transformative power of play to educate and empower
children facing adversity. Through playing sports and games, Right To Play helps children in more than 20
countries in Africa, Asia, the Middle East and South America to build essential life skills and better futures,
while driving lasting social change. Founded in 2000 by four-time Olympic gold medalist and social
entrepreneur Johann Olav Koss, Right To Play is headquartered in Toronto, Canada and has national offices
in Canada, the Netherlands, Norway, Switzerland, the United Kingdom, and the United States. Our programs
are facilitated by 590 international staff and nearly 12,000 volunteer Coaches.
children facing adversity. Through playing sports and games, Right To Play helps children in more than 20
countries in Africa, Asia, the Middle East and South America to build essential life skills and better futures,
while driving lasting social change. Founded in 2000 by four-time Olympic gold medalist and social
entrepreneur Johann Olav Koss, Right To Play is headquartered in Toronto, Canada and has national offices
in Canada, the Netherlands, Norway, Switzerland, the United Kingdom, and the United States. Our programs
are facilitated by 590 international staff and nearly 12,000 volunteer Coaches.
JOB SUMMARY:
Reporting to the Acting Regional Director, the Country Manager will be responsible for the overall
management and development of the Right To Play Thailand program. The ultimate goal of the position is
to increase the quality, efficiency, effectiveness, and the long term impact of the Right To Play program in
Thailand. This includes leadership, strategy and direction, representation, management of the country
office and program teams in the assigned project sites, and some fundraising. This will also involve direct
supervision of the country program/training team and the finance, logistics and administrative personnel.
The Country Manager will be based in Bangkok with frequent travel to project sites within Thailand and
potentially Burma/Myanmar.
Reporting to the Acting Regional Director, the Country Manager will be responsible for the overall
management and development of the Right To Play Thailand program. The ultimate goal of the position is
to increase the quality, efficiency, effectiveness, and the long term impact of the Right To Play program in
Thailand. This includes leadership, strategy and direction, representation, management of the country
office and program teams in the assigned project sites, and some fundraising. This will also involve direct
supervision of the country program/training team and the finance, logistics and administrative personnel.
The Country Manager will be based in Bangkok with frequent travel to project sites within Thailand and
potentially Burma/Myanmar.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKSResponsibilities of the Country Manager are outlined below:
Reporting Reports directly to the Acting Asia Regional Director, presently based in Toronto;
Direct reports: Country Office staff and Program Managers (national and international);
Works with: Other Country Managers, the Regional Office and Right To Play International Headquarters
in Toronto.
Direct reports: Country Office staff and Program Managers (national and international);
Works with: Other Country Managers, the Regional Office and Right To Play International Headquarters
in Toronto.
Job Responsibility #1: Strategic Direction and Program Oversight (approximate time: 35%)
Management of in-field programs in consultation with the Regional Director or their designate ;
Manage, monitor and ensure accountability and adherence to the Logical Frameworks/Project
Plans/Action Plans;
Ensure comprehensive project monitoring and evaluation in all existing and new projects/programs;
Ensure timely completion and submission all narrative, quantitative, and financial reports;
Provide regular updates of lessons learned and best practices to the Regional Director or their
designate;
Lead information exchange, resource sharing between projects/programs (as appropriate);
Working in close collaboration with Headquarters and the Asia Regional Office, coordinate the
development of locally appropriate technical resources and programming tools based on international
resources;
Complete and submit reports as needed for the Thai government and partners;
Initiate recommendation-based approach to project decision-making and present recommendations to
the Regional Director;
Maintain a Country Strategy with Right To Play Thailand desired impacts/outcomes, in coordination
with Right To Play International;
Oversee the creation of, and adherence to, country operational plans and budgets;
Identify areas for expansion and assist with assessment visits as necessary.
Management of in-field programs in consultation with the Regional Director or their designate ;
Manage, monitor and ensure accountability and adherence to the Logical Frameworks/Project
Plans/Action Plans;
Ensure comprehensive project monitoring and evaluation in all existing and new projects/programs;
Ensure timely completion and submission all narrative, quantitative, and financial reports;
Provide regular updates of lessons learned and best practices to the Regional Director or their
designate;
Lead information exchange, resource sharing between projects/programs (as appropriate);
Working in close collaboration with Headquarters and the Asia Regional Office, coordinate the
development of locally appropriate technical resources and programming tools based on international
resources;
Complete and submit reports as needed for the Thai government and partners;
Initiate recommendation-based approach to project decision-making and present recommendations to
the Regional Director;
Maintain a Country Strategy with Right To Play Thailand desired impacts/outcomes, in coordination
with Right To Play International;
Oversee the creation of, and adherence to, country operational plans and budgets;
Identify areas for expansion and assist with assessment visits as necessary.
Job Responsibility #2: Donor Stewardship, Communication & Representation (approx. time: 25%) Serve as the main local contact for all external stakeholders;
Assess and engage potential partners and partnerships;
Ensure strong working relationships and collaborations with current and new partner organizations
through regular correspondence, engagement, reporting and meetings;
Development of MoUs with local implementing partners and oversee implementation accordingly ;
Promote knowledge of Right To Play's programs, mandate and values through appropriate
representation of Right To Play amongst all stakeholders, potential partners and general public;
Represent Right To Play to donors / potential donors to secure and sustain funding, including
government/institutional donors, corporate sector and foundations;
Develop concept papers and proposals as necessary for expansion of new programs and the
continuation of existing program, through coordinated efforts with Right To Play International in Toronto
and with relevant National Offices.
Assess and engage potential partners and partnerships;
Ensure strong working relationships and collaborations with current and new partner organizations
through regular correspondence, engagement, reporting and meetings;
Development of MoUs with local implementing partners and oversee implementation accordingly ;
Promote knowledge of Right To Play's programs, mandate and values through appropriate
representation of Right To Play amongst all stakeholders, potential partners and general public;
Represent Right To Play to donors / potential donors to secure and sustain funding, including
government/institutional donors, corporate sector and foundations;
Develop concept papers and proposals as necessary for expansion of new programs and the
continuation of existing program, through coordinated efforts with Right To Play International in Toronto
and with relevant National Offices.
Job Responsibility #3: Country Operations (approximate time: 15%) Strengthen Thailand Country Office systems, processes and structures ensuring high quality operations
and program implementation;
Provide oversight needed for effective functioning of sub-offices and field-offices in Thailand;
Ensure all legal operational requirements of Right To Play Thailand Foundation are met;
Ensure security and contingency guidelines/practices are up to date, implemented and adhered;
Ensure the security of the Thailand Country Team by regularly monitoring the security situation and
reporting critical updates to staff, field teams, the Regional Director and Headquarters in Toronto.
and program implementation;
Provide oversight needed for effective functioning of sub-offices and field-offices in Thailand;
Ensure all legal operational requirements of Right To Play Thailand Foundation are met;
Ensure security and contingency guidelines/practices are up to date, implemented and adhered;
Ensure the security of the Thailand Country Team by regularly monitoring the security situation and
reporting critical updates to staff, field teams, the Regional Director and Headquarters in Toronto.
Job Responsibility #4: Financial Oversight and Management (approximate time: 15%) Work closely with the Thailand Finance and Administration Officers and the Regional Financial Officer
to ensure compliance with Right To Play financial policies and procedures and donor requirements;
Ensure implementation of and full compliance with Right To Play Financial, Administrative and
Procurement policies;
Oversight of program spending against approved budgets and analysis of budget to actuals.
to ensure compliance with Right To Play financial policies and procedures and donor requirements;
Ensure implementation of and full compliance with Right To Play Financial, Administrative and
Procurement policies;
Oversight of program spending against approved budgets and analysis of budget to actuals.
Job Responsibility #5: Human Resources (approximate time: 10%) Ensure all Thailand staff contracts are maintained and revised regularly and meet Right To Play
International and Right To Play Thailand Foundation employment and labor law sta ndards;
Conduct performance reviews and appraisals of all direct reports;
Approve vacation, travel and absence requests of all direct reports;
Ensure performance reviews/appraisals, and vacation/travel/absence requests are conducted and
approved for all Right To Play Thailand staff;
Create/maintain systems to reasonably safeguard the overall health, welfare and security of staff;
Ensure all staff positions are filled;
Oversee recruitment of staff, ensuring practices respect Right To Play Policies and Thai labour law;
Ensure orientation (and exit interviews) is provided for all staff, including a clear understanding of the
Child Protection Policy and relevant processes;
Ensure effective Country Staff Capacity Building processes are in place.
International and Right To Play Thailand Foundation employment and labor law sta ndards;
Conduct performance reviews and appraisals of all direct reports;
Approve vacation, travel and absence requests of all direct reports;
Ensure performance reviews/appraisals, and vacation/travel/absence requests are conducted and
approved for all Right To Play Thailand staff;
Create/maintain systems to reasonably safeguard the overall health, welfare and security of staff;
Ensure all staff positions are filled;
Oversee recruitment of staff, ensuring practices respect Right To Play Policies and Thai labour law;
Ensure orientation (and exit interviews) is provided for all staff, including a clear understanding of the
Child Protection Policy and relevant processes;
Ensure effective Country Staff Capacity Building processes are in place.
EDUCATION / TRAINING / CERTIFICATIONRequired (must have):
Undergraduate / Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field required.
Desired (asset):
Advanced University Degree in International Development or similar preferred.
EXPERIENCE
Required (must have):
7 to 10 years of progressively responsible project management experience in humanitarian assistance,
rehabilitation, or development programs, including operational (financial and administrative) and field
experience in project development.
Desired (asset):
Experience working in Child Protection;
Experience working in the Education Sector;
Experience in writing project proposals and reports, and managing and monitoring a program budget;
knowledge of project cycle management;
Previous work experience in Thailand as well as experience in projects focusing on the inclusive
programming.
Undergraduate / Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field required.
Desired (asset):
Advanced University Degree in International Development or similar preferred.
EXPERIENCE
Required (must have):
7 to 10 years of progressively responsible project management experience in humanitarian assistance,
rehabilitation, or development programs, including operational (financial and administrative) and field
experience in project development.
Desired (asset):
Experience working in Child Protection;
Experience working in the Education Sector;
Experience in writing project proposals and reports, and managing and monitoring a program budget;
knowledge of project cycle management;
Previous work experience in Thailand as well as experience in projects focusing on the inclusive
programming.
COMPETENCIES / PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES Required (must have):
Willingness to travel domestically, regionally and internationally;
Knowledge of Thailand and/or the Refugee situation in Thailand;
Excellent operational, organizational and communication skills and the ability to work harmoniously
with colleagues, staff, and volunteers from diverse backgrounds;
Ability to provide professional leadership and guidance to staff;
Ability to lead, guide, coordinate, and facilitate strategic planning processes and establish short and
long-term goals within program areas.
KNOWLEDGE AND TECHNICAL SKILLS: Required (must have):
Computer literacy in Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook, as well as the Internet
Fluency in English is mandatory
Desired (asset):
Knowledge in Microsoft Access is an asset.
Thai, Burmese and/or Karen language s are assets.
Willingness to travel domestically, regionally and internationally;
Knowledge of Thailand and/or the Refugee situation in Thailand;
Excellent operational, organizational and communication skills and the ability to work harmoniously
with colleagues, staff, and volunteers from diverse backgrounds;
Ability to provide professional leadership and guidance to staff;
Ability to lead, guide, coordinate, and facilitate strategic planning processes and establish short and
long-term goals within program areas.
KNOWLEDGE AND TECHNICAL SKILLS: Required (must have):
Computer literacy in Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook, as well as the Internet
Fluency in English is mandatory
Desired (asset):
Knowledge in Microsoft Access is an asset.
Thai, Burmese and/or Karen language s are assets.
Compensation: We offer a competitive salary and benefits package
Employment Start Date: Immediate
Contract Duration: Two years, renewable
Employment Start Date: Immediate
Contract Duration: Two years, renewable
HOW TO APPLY:If you are interested in applying for this position, please send your resume and cover letter to:
hr@righttoplay.com and kindly include “Country Manager, Thailand” and your name in the subject line.
Please indicate your salary expectations in the cover letter.
hr@righttoplay.com and kindly include “Country Manager, Thailand” and your name in the subject line.
Please indicate your salary expectations in the cover letter.
While we thank all applicants for their interest, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.
Right To Play is a child-centered organization. Our recruitment and selection procedures reflect our
commitment to the safety and protection of children in our programs.
To learn more about who we are and what we do, please visit our website at www.righttoplay.com.
Right To Play - Human Resources PhilosophyRight To Play is an international humanitarian organization that uses the power of sport and play to improve the lives of children in the m ost disadvantaged areas of the world. We believe that all children have the right to play.
Right To Play’s human resources philosophy reflects the spirit that drives the organization. The philosophy influences the kind of people who are interested in working for us, the kind of people we recruit and how we treat our people.
Right To Play’s culture is entrepreneurial, where employees are encouraged and empowered to perform in the context of rapid international growth, and to aim for the highest quality and adopt global best practices in delivering our programs.
Our employees are global citizens who are passionate about improving the world we live in through value-based grassroots activities. We work on the ground with and through people in the communities we serve to improve the lives of their children. By having a constant presence in these communities and helping them develop the resources and skills they need to help themselves, we aim for sustainable, long-term development.
To translate our vision into action, our philosophy for delivering our programs is “LOOK AFTER YOURSELF, LOOK AFTER ONE ANOTHER”. Our employees are the backbone of this delivery, and the philosophy supports them by defining the desired outcomes of our human resources philosophy. This means that we pay competitive salaries, provide comprehensive benefits, encourage employee social events, provide development opportunities and a great work environment.
We measure the success of this philosophy by indicators such as employee satisfaction surveys and staff turnover rate, as well as the overall success of Right To Play.
Right To Play’s human resources philosophy reflects the spirit that drives the organization. The philosophy influences the kind of people who are interested in working for us, the kind of people we recruit and how we treat our people.
Right To Play’s culture is entrepreneurial, where employees are encouraged and empowered to perform in the context of rapid international growth, and to aim for the highest quality and adopt global best practices in delivering our programs.
Our employees are global citizens who are passionate about improving the world we live in through value-based grassroots activities. We work on the ground with and through people in the communities we serve to improve the lives of their children. By having a constant presence in these communities and helping them develop the resources and skills they need to help themselves, we aim for sustainable, long-term development.
To translate our vision into action, our philosophy for delivering our programs is “LOOK AFTER YOURSELF, LOOK AFTER ONE ANOTHER”. Our employees are the backbone of this delivery, and the philosophy supports them by defining the desired outcomes of our human resources philosophy. This means that we pay competitive salaries, provide comprehensive benefits, encourage employee social events, provide development opportunities and a great work environment.
We measure the success of this philosophy by indicators such as employee satisfaction surveys and staff turnover rate, as well as the overall success of Right To Play.
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