The Country Director, CAUSE Canada Sierra Leone Partnership is responsible for the successful leadership and management of the CAUSE Canada Sierra Leone office according to the strategic direction set by the CAUSE Canada head office. The Country Director is an important member of the team willing to advise and contribute to community development practices in Sierra Leone
Location: Kabala, Koinadugu District
Primary Duties and Responsibilities of the Country Director:
Leadership
- Working with the Canadian head office in developing and reviewing vision and strategic plan to guide the Sierra Leone country office.
- Identifying, assessing, and informing the Canadian head office of internal and external issues that affect the organization according to the delegation of authority.
- Acting as a professional advisor to the Canadian office on all aspects of the Sierra Leone activities.
- Fostering effective team work throughout the various CAUSE Canada Sierra Leone programmes.
- Conducting official correspondence on behalf of CAUSE Canada Sierra Leone Partnership and jointly with the Canadian head office as appropriate.
- Representing the organization at community activities to enhance the organization’s community profile and engagement.
Operational planning and management
- Developing an operational plan which incorporates goals and objectives that contribute to the strategic direction of the organization.
- Ensuring that the operations meet the expectations of its beneficiaries, board and donors.
- Overseeing the efficient and effective day-to-day operation of the organization.
- Working with the Executive Director to develop procedures to implement the organizational policies, reviewing existing policies on an annual basis and recommend changes to the Canadian head office as appropriate.
- Ensuring that personnel, beneficiaries, donors and volunteer files are securely stored and privacy/ confidentiality is maintained.
Staff Performance Management and Development
· Supervising and mentoring direct-report staff, including communicating clear expectations, setting performance objectives, providing regular and timely performance feedback, and leading documented semi-annual performance reviews.
· Overseeing the management, coaching and development of national and international staff to build a cadre of skilled, committed and motivated personnel.
Professional Standards:
CAUSE Canada and all field offices operates and enforces policies on Protection from Exploitation and Abuse, Child Safeguarding, Code of Conduct
Professional Qualifications and Requirements
· Graduate degree in a relevant field.
· At least ten years of progressively responsible international work experience, including at least three years in a leadership role at the Country Director level.
· Demonstrated successful leadership and management experience with a multi-disciplinary team in a cross-cultural setting, including active mentoring and coaching.
· Proven ability to negotiate and work with partner organizations.
· Demonstrated strong budget and fiscal oversight capacities.
· Ability to respond to multiple priorities in a timely manner, producing high-quality outcomes.
How to apply
Position is open to Sierra Leonean nationals only.
To apply: please send a cover letter and CV to wendy.fehr@cause.ca. No phone calls please.