Job Title: Deputy Country Director
Position based: Islamabad
Department: Administration & Program
Report To: Country Director
BACKGROUND:
An international media development organization seeks applications from qualified candidates to join a dynamic team to support its mission to empower local media and to give people the news and information they need, the ability to connect and the means to make their voices heard
SUMMARY:
The Deputy Country Director reports to the Country Director and, as a member of the senior management team, support the implementation of all aspects of programs in Pakistan
The Deputy Country Director holds primary responsibility for ensuring the smooth conduct of operations and plays a leading role liaising with program partners, sub-grantees and government agencies
Working in tandem with the Director of Finance and Human Resources, the Deputy Country Director also ensures adherence to Organization policies and the efficient use of donor funds at all times
The Deputy Country Director will represent with donors as requested by the Country Director. S/he will deputize for the Country Director and other senior program staff in their absence.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Works with the Country Director, Project Managers and Department Heads to ensure the effective implementation and operations/support of media development programs in Pakistan
- Manages and supervises operational , administrative and support systems and staff for all programs, ensuring the maintenance of a properly functioning office at all times
- Plays a senior role in liaising with program partners, sub-grantees, government agencies and other non-governmental organizations as required
- Assists in the supervision of project managers in the implementation of work plans for all programs in Pakistan
- Works with the Country Director and Donors to assess all local rules and regulations that apply to all projects and all grantees and establish necessary internal procedures and policies for compliance. This may include travel policies, VAT exemptions, labour laws, procurements and use of non-US and NIS consultants
- Ensures conformance with donor rules and regulations
- Oversees procurement procedures for all programs to ensure equipment is properly purchased, tracked, distributed and inventoried
- Ensures documentation such as visas for visiting consultants and expatriate staff members and travel clearances are completed properly and within required deadlines
- Supports the development and implementation of strong monitoring and evaluation procedures.
- Assists in preparing necessary reports for donors and program communications materials
- Assists in the research, design and writing of funding proposals to expand Organization portfolio of programs in Pakistan
- Represents with donors and other external institutions as required by the Country Director
- Supports the development of strong and inclusive team dynamics between all levels of staff
- Maintains regular communications with the programmatic and administrative HQ offices
- Any other duties as assigned by the Country Director
QUALIFICATIONS
- Five years of experience managing development projects in transitional and post-conflict countries, and preferably 2-3 years’ experience in Pakistan
- Previous experience serving as Deputy Country Director for an international NGO is an asset
- Experience working in aspects of media development is an advantage
- Experience in building and effectively managing and supervising a diverse team of employees
- Demonstrated effective interpersonal skills, pro-activeness, creative problem-solving and ethical management
- Prior experience working with international donors and relevant knowledge of policies and procedures
- Excellent oral and written communication skills and strong critical thinking skills
- Strong ability to effectively manage time and multi-task efficiently
- Fluency in Pashto, Urdu and English is required
- Willing and able to travel and work productively in challenging, stressful environments
- Relevant university degree
Please email applications along with Resume/CV to [email protected] no later than 1700 hours on October 10, 2014 and indicate job title in the subject line. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interview.
We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate in its selection and employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, or other non-merit factors.