RESPONSE MANAGER HARD KENYA World Vision is seeking a Response Manager HARD to support the Response Managers in the Horn of Africa Response to Drought (HARD) effected countries in the management and Leadership of the Category III (Cat III), Partnership response. Provide strategic leadership to the program design, management, implementation and coordination of relief/ recovery activities for the World Vision HARD programs. REQUIRES: Postgraduate qualification in humanitarian affairs or international relations, social sciences or a related field. Technical qualifications in public health, food security or commodities management is an advantage. Experience in management and knowledge of accounting methods and procedures. Clear understanding of the functioning of major UN agencies, international donors and governmental agencies in their respective programs, approaches and standards. Ability to relate and represent WV to these major program partners, in a professional manner. Experience in relief and development work using an approach of facilitation and empowering local communities. At least 5 years field experience in a developing country programming context, preferably in humanitarian relief and experience working in conflict/ war zones with international consortiums. Preferred: Postgraduate qualification in humanitarian affairs or international relations. TO APPLY: If you are qualified and interested in the position, please visit our website to apply: https://jobs.wvi.org/WebJobs.nsf/WebPublished/1F6190BE77C3BC7C8825790B00833AFD?OpenDocument. Deadline: 05 October 2011
