Nature and Scope: The PD oversees all aspects of WUSC’s operations in South Sudan and all aspects of the education project to ensure it is a learning initiative
with the ability to innovate
adapt and produce high-quality outcomes. The PD has overall responsibility for programme strategy
results and reporting
maintaining technical rigor in intervention design
and driving a high performance and learning-oriented culture. The PD is also responsible for budgeting
monitoring and communicating results
and managing risks to project performance. This is closely linked to ensuring a strong and productive relationship between its partners
the donor
and other WUSC programming. They drive innovation and adaptation
providing strategy
technical and project leadership
as well as guidance and performance management to an international and interdisciplinary team in South Sudan. They will be responsible for opening a new WUSC office in the country
overseeing the recruitment and ensuring compliance with local laws and regulations. They will also provide strategic representation in various forums and working groups
and seek to grow WUSC’s portfolio in South Sudan. The Project Director will report to the Programs Director. Vision and Strategy Oversee the development of the project’s strategic documents (Annual Work Plans and Annual Reports
Stakeholder Engagement Strategy) and communications products; Define and evolve the organizational structure of the South Sudan country offices; Create a culture that balances control/compliance with innovation
systems changes and embracing risk and dynamic organizational structures. Technical Innovation Drive innovation and adaptation using a System’s Approach within the education sector; Provide strategic direction to the program’s monitoring and results measurement (MERL) agenda to ensure it delivers real time market intelligence to the team and other stakeholders; Develop specific strategies for cross-cutting themes (capacity building
gender equality
stakeholder engagement
environmental sustainability) for the initiative. Leadership and Culture Take the lead in developing a team culture that promotes teamwork
critical enquiry and creativity
which brings together different skills to generate innovative development solutions; Provide strategic oversight of the project’s learning and capacity building agenda; Identify current and future talent requirements
competencies
risks and opportunities to ensure that the project attracts the caliber of staff required to fulfill its objectives; Work with colleagues and partners to ensure the effective mobilization
orientation and coaching of volunteers and technical advisors; Partner Relations and Communications Establish and maintain effective relationships between key project partners; Establish a strong working relationship with the Donor
including planning
capacity building and information sharing; Develop robust relationships with project stakeholders
including relevant governments
training institutions
schools
UN agencies and civil society organizations; Organize and manage governance structures / committees; Represent WUSC among stakeholders
ensuring that the education project can provide value to local actors and make a positive impact within the education ecosystem. Technical Direction & Project Management Provide technical and managerial direction and guidance to the initiative
in line with the project’s expected outcomes; Ensure focus on gender equality outcomes and deliverables; Oversee day-to-day coordination and delivery of project activities in conjunction with staff
technical advisors
volunteers and partners. Monitoring & Evaluation Regularly monitor progress towards results
ensuring appropriate course correction and iterative management; Work with team members to produce regular reports to key stakeholders
including the donor agency; Maintain regular communication with WUSC colleagues in Canada and with key overseas partners to ensure appropriate support. Human Resources Management Manage all aspects of human resources in South Sudan; Supervise
guide and evaluate the work of project staff and consultants; Oversee human resources management issues such as employment policies and practices
in line with local law; Work with colleagues and partners to ensure the effective mobilization
orientation and coaching of volunteers and technical advisors; Supervise
guide and evaluate the work of project staff and consultants. Financial oversight Works closely with the Finance team to establish and oversee a financial management system for the project; In conjunction with the finance and project teams
develop and monitor the project budget and ensure regular reporting to the donor; Donor Liaison & Coordination Convene Project Steering and Advisory Committees at regular intervals; Coordinate regularly with other development actors to ensure harmonization and synergy with similar initiatives; Represent the Project in official communication and fora. Country representation Establish country offices and oversee procurement processes; Ensure the implementation of projects under your responsibility; Provide oversight of all personnel management in the country
ensuring recruitment
training and performance reviews are in accordance with current policies and practices; Provide budget oversight to the full portfolio of WUSC projects in South Sudan; As security focal point for WUSC in South Sudan
ensure that the emergency and security procedures established by WUSC with respect to volunteers and Program personnel are implemented
updated and enforced; Represent WUSC in dealings with in-country governmental agencies
the Canadian government
other funders and strategic partners in the country; Ensure that the project complies with relevant local taxation
banking controls
and labour laws; In collaboration with the Program Development Unit
identify potential funding sources to develop programming in the country and coordinate the preparation of program proposals; Oversee other WUSC programming in-country. Qualifications: Education A university degree in international development
education
gender-studies
or other relevant area; Specialized training in education would be an advantage. Experience and Competencies A minimum of ten years of progressively more responsible assignments related to management of development initiatives; Knowledge and experience in education projects; Demonstrated experience in managing diverse teams and building a culture of curiosity and learning; Knowledge of Results Based Management (RBM) and environmental and gender policies and reporting requirements preferred; Proven technical
financial
administrative and organizational skills; Proven experience managing a large
multi-disciplinary team; Diplomatic skills and the knowledge of cross-cultural
interpersonal communication; Proven experience of adaptability to a challenging and constantly changing environment requiring iterative planning on a regular basis; Proven knowledge of and commitment to the concepts of Gender Equality; Experience in capacity building with local partner organizations and a commitment to a participatory partnership approach to development. Language and other Fluency in oral and written English is required Ability to travel internationally as required Ability to work a flexible schedule with multiple time zones