Regional Programme Manager/Country Office Manager Southern Africa

Norwegian Church Aid ('NCA') is one of the largest aid organisations in the Nordic region. Together with our international network and partner organisations in the ACT Alliance we are able to reach millions of people each year and help make a positive difference around the world. We are determined to work towards eradicating injustice and we therefore work with advocacy, long-term development in local communities and providing emergency assistance.
Norwegian Church Aid (NCA) has been working together with strong partners in Southern Africa since the 90s, where we focus on supporting the communities’ ability to build their capacities and mobilise them to take charge and be active agents of change. The Southern Africa Regional Advocacy Programme (SARAP), focuses especially on fighting inequality and natural resource governance.

As our new regional programmes manager for the SARAP, your most important task will be to manage and develop the programme in close collaboration with national staff, relevant head office staff and NCA’s Country director in Tanzania, who will also be your line manager. In your role as country office manager, you will be responsible for the regional office and staff, which at present are based in Pretoria, South Africa.

The position is a two-year contract, with possibilities for extension depending on results and funding. There will be travelling involved, mainly within the region.

Start date: As soon as possible

Duties and responsibilities:

Within your role as a programme manager, you will:
Ensure quality development of the programme, including programme planning and reporting
Follow up and capacity build partner organisations in Botswana, Mozambique, South Africa and Zimbabwe
Fundraise, network and build relations with faith-based actors, government representatives in relevant countries, the Royal Norwegian Embassy in Pretoria, potential donors and relevant civil society networks, especially those engaging in human rights, inequality, natural resource governance and green energy solutions

As Country Office Manager, you will:

Be the head of, and manage a small staff at NCA’s Pretoria office, including safety and security responsibility and HR-management.
Serve as secretary to the NCA’s local board in South Africa

Your qualifications contain the following:

Master’s degree or equivalent in relevant subject including but not limited to development, social sciences, natural resources governance and management. Extended relevant experience may compensate for an academic degree
Minimum five years of relevant work experience, including managerial positions; mentoring and supporting staff in their professional development
Experience with change management and the ability to take the role of a proactive and supportive teambuilder, motivating staff to embrace change and new ways of working during transitions
Experience with advocacy programme work, especially in planning and implementing
Experience with institutional donors and fundraising
Proven strong communication and coordination skills across organizational functions
Experience from working in Africa or with African issues
Proficiency in written and spoken English. Portuguese is an advantage
Experience in logistics and procurement management is an advantage
Work experience with faith-based actors is an advantage

As a person you are:

Innovative and solution-oriented, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Structured, well-organised and self-driven
Strong analytical skills and capacity to think strategically
Able to plan, coordinate and lead processes that include multiple stakeholders and interests
Good at networking and maintaining professional relationships
Culture and conflict sensitive

WE OFFER

The opportunity to lead and further develop a relevant and dynamic advocacy programme in Southern Africa
A work culture that empowers every employee to share ideas and take responsibility

Competitive terms and conditions

We encourage all qualified persons to apply for a job with us, regardless of gender, age, disability or cultural background. Through our recruitment portal, you can register and submit your CV, write an application / cover letter and attach relevant certificates. Only applicants using this electronic portal will be considered for the position.