Children in Emergencies Manager in Jordan

SUBJECT TO FUNDING APPROVAL

Use your leadership talents in HEA work and be part of a leading organisation dedicated to improving the lives of children living in poverty.

The two year conflict in Syria has forced millions of people to leave their homes, thousands of whom have entered Jordan. The government of Jordan currently estimates that there are 420,000 Syrians in the country (only 373,138 are registered or awaiting registration with UNHCR. Due to needs on the ground, in March 2013, the Government announced that a new refugee camp (Azraq) will be established near Azraq town, 100 km east of Amman. UNHCR has prepared an initial site plan, which provides services for 110,000 refugees in 10 ‘villages’ spread over four phases. World Vision has been asked by UNICEF to provide child protection and children in emergencies services to the whole camp. This role will play a critical part in managing and shaping these services to an eventual refugee population of about 100,000 people.

The Children in Emergencies Manager will provide leadership for strong liaison and communication with donors, community leaders, International and Local NGO representatives and government authorities.

SOME RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:
• Coach /mentor /manage Project coordinators (Delegation of authority/ responsibility with clear standards of accountability).

• Provide leadership for new grant initiatives (new projects, new donors) in collaboration with Response Team Leader.

• Be responsible for proper leadership of all projects in compliance with donors’ requirements and regulations.

• Manage and coordinate connections with partner local and international NGOs, UN agencies and different donors and community representatives and stakeholders.

REQUIRED SKILLS INCLUDE:

• Master's degree or equivalent in a sociological or health related field or substantial field/practical experience working with children in emergency situations.

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a Humanitarian Emergencies work with significant experience in integrating children’s issues across sectors.

• Has a holistic understanding of child wellbeing recognizing the physical, spiritual and psychosocial wellbeing of children

• In-depth knowledge of World Vision, its programmes and policies (preferable).

Will you use your experience working with children in emergency situations to further “life in all its fullness” for children?

How to apply:

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