Head of International Programmes

World Vision is a Christian charity and one of the world’s leading relief and development agencies, currently helping more than 100 million people in nearly 100 countries in their struggle against poverty, hunger and injustice, irrespective of their religious beliefs. World Vision is built on Christian core values which are reflected in its ethos and culture.

Head of International Programmes
Milton Keynes/London £39,000 -£49,100
 

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Development Professional to lead World Vision UK’s geographical and development programmes strategy, overseeing relations with regional and national offices and funding for our development programmes to ensure accountability and positive impact on children’s well being.

To bring the leadership and expertise we are seeking for this work, you are likely to:
• Have leadership experience that includes coaching staff to high levels of performance & perform effectively as a team & engaging in effective cross-cultural & cross-functional working to achieve shared goals.
• Have a strong understanding of Development theory, policy and practice, with a good knowledge of relief, advocacy and fundraising.
• Be an experienced influencer, networker and spokesperson in different fora (global policy forums, DFID, field offices, technical programmatic community of practice)
• Have proven experience of developing, implementing and monitoring strategic and operational plans and handling complex operations
• Have strong financial management skills in budgeting and reporting
• Have a desire to apply and develop your Christian faith and your professional skills

To find out how you can start to use your skills and experience to really make a difference for the world’s most vulnerable, log on to http://www.worldvision.org.uk/jobs for a full job description and an application form.

To apply, please complete the online application form, answering the following three questions in the space provided on the form, and also attach your CV and a covering letter describing the specific relevant skills and experience you would bring to this role.

• What strategies do you think are required for WVUK to grow income for and impact through programming?
• What are the current trends in development practice and what do you think this mean for WVUK?
• Can you describe how you have managed the allocation of finances to programmes worldwide ensuring alignment to funding streams (mix and availability) and strategy, whilst managing risk?

Closing date: 25th July 2010

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