Location: Alexandria,VA, USA
Ensures the SAWSO Disaster Relief and Recovery Sector projects portfolio is managed well; this includes, but is not limited to, supporting country offices in developing strong proposals, ensuring compliance to all programmatic and financial obligations; making sure projects are implemented on time, on target and on budget, narrative and financial reports are submitted in a timely manner, and communication between SAWSO and key donors/partners is maintained.
DescriptionJOB SUMMARY
Supports The Salvation Army in more than 130 countries worldwide to meet immediate needs resulting from natural and man-made disasters. Ensures the SAWSO Disaster Relief and Recovery Sector projects portfolio is managed well; this includes, but is not limited to, supporting country offices in developing strong proposals, ensuring compliance to all programmatic and financial obligations; making sure projects are implemented on time, on target and on budget, narrative and financial reports are submitted in a timely manner, and communication between SAWSO and key donors/partners is maintained. Serves as the primary liaison for SAWSO with International Emergency Services (IES) and Emergency Disaster Services (EDS) in the USA. Provides support to IES and country offices in the development and maintenance of disaster risk reduction and emergency preparedness strategies; provides general assistance; develops cooperative relationships with counterparts; provides grant writing assistance. National and international week-long travel required up to two – three months per year.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
This job description should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions and requirements of this position. You may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this job description.
PROJECT MANAGEMENT ACTIVITIES
Project proposal development, vetting, implementation, and compliance
Project monitoring, reporting, documentation, and learning
External engagement, communication, and fundraising
SECTOR SPECIFIC ACTIVITIES:
Supports the transition from disaster relief to recovery in coordination with IES, SAWSO Program and in-country offices.
Coordinates support for emergency disaster response with IES and The Salvation Army USA through the National Liaison for EDS.
Supports the development and management of disaster risk reduction and emergency preparedness strategies with International Emergency Services, and in-country offices.
Travels to implementing territories, international headquarters, or development/donor offices as needed (2-3 months per year).
OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES
Performs other related work as required.
MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT USED
Computer, telephone, general office equipment, digital camera.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university AND a master's degree in a field related to the sector (i.e., project management, disaster response, humanitarian assistance, international affairs, peace and conflict resolution, etc.),
and
five years of directly related professional experience, including experience in providing technical and knowledge driven solutions in disaster preparedness and relief and recovery program design, AND five years of program management experience,
and
three years of experience living in a developing country and working with international disaster programs (such as disaster response, humanitarian assistance, mitigation) preferably in a management role,or
any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
None required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Technical expertise in the international disaster relief and recovery sector, including in-depth knowledge of international quality assurance mechanisms and standards for disasters, (SPHERE, the Humanitarian Accountability Partnership, Do No Harm, People in Aid Code of Good Practice, and International Red Cross Codes of Conduct).
Experience working with the UN, National Governments, and INGOs for coordinating an emergency response.
Knowledge of and experience with disaster programs and their requirements, including writing proposals, providing support for donor-funded activities, including United States Agency for International Development (USAID) and UN (OCHA, IOM, etc.) funded projects, and ensuring both financial and programmatic compliance.
Understanding of current international disaster and community development theory, practice, and trends. (Specific experience with faith-based approaches to development is strongly preferred.)
Experience in international emergency response monitoring, assessment, and data collection methodologies.
Successful candidates also demonstrate the following KSAs:
Planning and OrganizingEstablishes a systematic course of action for self or others to ensure accomplishment of a specific objective. Determines priorities and allocates time and resources effectively.
Balancing Multiple PrioritiesBalances the needs and interests of various stakeholders and makes decisions involving competing goals, objectives and alternatives. Prioritizes tasks and redirects work effort in response to changes in priorities.
FlexibilityAdapts easily to frequent change, to varied working conditions and requirements, and to diverse individuals and groups. Willing to consider new ideas and approaches and apply them creatively. Views long-standing challenges from different perspectives and challenges fundamental assumptions about accepted ways of doing things.
Cross-Cultural SensitivityCommunicates and interacts effectively with people from other cultures, ethnicities, religions, geographies, and organizations; respects and adapts to other cultures, ethnicities, and seeks opportunities to learn about them to enhance relationships. Understands and respects different denominations and religious traditions.
Relationship BuildingEstablishes rapport with people easily, to others as necessary to gain their support and participation.
Problem SolvingIdentifies and analyzes situations and/or issues, considers options, develops and decides on solutions, recommends and/or implements and monitors appropriate solutions.
TeamworkPromotes and generates cooperation and teamwork within the Program Department, with other SAWSO departments, and between staff and local ministry partners. Ability to take guidance from leadership and execute plans in disaster response.
Results OrientationDemonstrates concern for achieving or surpassing results against an internal or external standard of excellence, shows a passion for improving the delivery of services with a commitment to continuous improvement. Identifies quantitative and qualitative performance measures for area(s) of responsibility and analyzes, evaluates and reports results objectively.
Organizational AwarenessUses an understanding of how the organization works to get things done. Understands SAWSO's business operations/products/services and how the organization competes. Understands the mission and work of the organization and organizational priorities. Has ministry knowledge and knowledge of the complexity of the global Salvation Army, including international locations. Applies an understanding of the organization's informal structure, culture and climate in achieving goals. For external candidates, knowledge of similarly complex organizations may substitute for Salvation Army knowledge.
Program Management SupportEffectively supports Implementing Territories in the management of projects.
Knowledge ManagementWorks to enhance ability of clients/service groups to retain current, critical knowledge base by developing systems, fostering collaboration and facilitating feedback loops. Interprets and effectively communicates lessons learned to appropriate stakeholders.
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