Welthungerhilfe Vacancy for Head of Programmes/ Compliance and Regulations Advisor

Vacancy 23 Feb 2022 1463

Welthungerhilfe/WHH is one of the largest private aid organizations in Germany that is non-profit, non-denominational, and politically independent. Welthungerhilfe's vision is to create a world in which all people can exercise their right to a self-determined life in dignity and justice, free from hunger and poverty.

To do so, we work in both development cooperation and humanitarian aid together with civil society organizations in the countries where we operate. Our fight against poverty and hunger is reflected through 4 thematic areas in Nepal: food and nutrition security, right to food and empowerment, WASH, and disaster risk reduction.

Operational in Nepal since 2012, the current programme portfolio covers 32 municipalities, 4 thematic areas, 9 partner organizations, and various civil society organizations.

The overall goal in Nepal is to work hand in hand with civil society in Nepal to empower socially marginalized and economically poor citizens to reinforce their resilience and to ensure their right to adequate food and nutrition.

WHH announces applications from Nepali nationals for the position of Head of Programmes/ Compliance and Regulations Advisor based at Kathmandu. An ideal candidate should have a postgraduate degree in Agriculture or Nutrition or an equivalent degree related to the position with a minimum of 5 years relevant working experience in a similar position with an INGO.

Positions: Head of Programmes/ Compliance and Regulations Advisor

The position is to be filled from June 1, 2022, with an initial contract duration of two years. There are very good prospects for an extension. The employment location will be Kathmandu, Nepal.

As Head of Programmes you will support the Country Director in the development, implementation and monitoring of the multiannual country strategy while ensuring adherence to Welthungerhilfe’s quality standards. The Nepal strategy focuses on four thematic areas: Sustainable Food and Nutrition Security, Right to Food and Empowerment, Disaster Risk Reduction, and WASH.

Your responsibilities

  • Coordinate country programme and strategy development in close coordination with the Country Director
  • Responsible for quality assurance and ensuring compliance with Welthungerhilfe’s quality standards and donor regulations
  • Plan and develop new projects/programmes ensuring feasibility, sustainability and exit strategies and lead write-up of concept notes and donor proposals in close coordination with the Country Director, programme team and partners
  • Ensure implementation of MEAL standards in the country programme and further develop MEAL system
  • Further, develop partnership cooperation and ensure active collaboration with partner organizations
  • Support implementation of emergency preparedness plan and in-country emergency response as necessary
  • Development of Fundraising-Strategy
  • Represent Welthungerhilfe vis-à-vis other national, international, governmental and non-governmental bodies in agreement with Country Director

Your profile

  • A postgraduate degree in Agriculture or Nutrition or an equivalent degree related to the position
  • A minimum of 5 years relevant working experience in a similar position with an INGO; regional experience is an asset
  • Strong technical expertise in food and nutrition security
  • Sound experience in project cycle management, MEAL and programme coordination
  • Excellent coordination and facilitation skills
  • A high level of mental and physical resilience and readiness to travel
  • Exceptional analytical and writing skills with a proven ability to secure complex donor funding
  • Readiness to receive necessary vaccinations for travelling to Welthungerhilfe's project countries
  • Professional verbal and written proficiency in English, German language skills would be an advantage

Our offer

We offer you the opportunity to work in a responsible and interesting field as part of an extremely dedicated team. Welthungerhilfe attaches great importance to the personal and professional development of its employees and the balance of their work and private life. Remuneration is based on our gender-independent salary scale. In addition, Welthungerhilfe offers numerous other benefits, which are listed under "Our benefits".

Please send your application via our online recruiting system by March 20, 2022. Your contact person is Ina Stepka. Welthungerhilfe is committed to fighting terrorism in all its activities. Accordingly, any applicant who is offered employment will be screened against lists of known and suspected terrorists.

*Welthungerhilfe values diversity and ensures an inclusive, non-discriminatory working environment. We welcome applications from suitably qualified people from all sections of the community.

Job Details Link (Click Here)

Application:

Interested and qualified candidates are requested to apply online through the link https://career5.successfactors.eu/sfcareer/jobrecareer?jobid=8902&company=WelthungerP by 20 March 2022. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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