The Opportunity
Save the Children International has an exciting opportunity for you to join our team as the Humanitarian Operations Advisor - Project Management in Worldwide, any existing SCI location
ROLE PURPOSE:
The purpose of this role is to provide both Humanitarian and Program Operations expertise to one of SCI's global priority projects - PPM PRIME. This role will work within the Project Management Function (PMM PRIME project workstream), providing subject matter expertise, to ensure that the solution delivered to country offices in 2022 and 2024 is fit for purpose. The role holder will use their Humanitarian and Program Operations experience to define how PRIME should be used by staff delivering projects, identify what new ways of working will be needed and document the accompanying guidance to enable the solution to be adopted. They will work with the Head of Project Management to agree the services provided to support humanitarian responses. Finally, the role holder will work closely with the PRIME
Product Owner to identify areas of enhancements and/or continuous improvements relevant to their field of expertise.
EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS
- An excellent theoretical and practical understanding of project management processes i.e. familiarity with SCI's Project Management Methodology or PMD Pro, as well as multiple years of experience working within SCI/SCA's Program Operations function in Humanitarian set ups;
- Demonstrable ability to challenge the user-friendliness of set up, requirements and design for implementation and regular usage;
- Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to negotiate/mediate; to facilitate the resolution of conflicting business requirements;
- Intellectual curiosity and the ability to question thought partners across functional areas;
- Demonstrates a strong work ethic and able to take the initiative and ownership to deliver results;
- Cultural awareness and experience of delivering solutions internationally;
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Engaging as well as assertive, influencing and negotiating;
- True passion for results, responsibility and proactivity;
- Excellent communication skills, fluent in English;
- Competent in MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint; MS Teams
We can offer circa £53,000 per annum (If based in UK) with an option of flexible working hours. If the role is based outside of the UK, National T&C (including pay) will apply.
This role can be based in London or any existing Save the Children International office location on approval, provided the successful candidate has proof of eligibility to work from the preferred location.
Where we Work -
The Organisation
We employ approximately 25,000 people across the globe and work on the ground in over 100 countries to help children affected by crises, or those that need better healthcare, education and child protection. We also campaign and advocate at the highest levels to realise the right of children and to ensure their voices are heard.
We are working towards three breakthroughs in how the world treats children by 2030:
- No child dies from preventable causes before their 5th birthday
- All children learn from a quality basic education and that,
- Violence against children is no longer tolerated
We know that great people make a great organization, and that our employees play a crucial role in helping us achieve our ambitions for children. We value our people and offer a meaningful and rewarding career, along with a collaborative and inclusive environment where ambition, creativity, and integrity are highly valued.
Application Information:
Please attach a copy of your CV and cover letter with your application, and include details of your salary expectations. A copy of the full role profile can be found at [protected info]
We need to keep children safe so our selection process, which includes rigorous background checks, reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse.
All employees are expected to carry out their duties in accordance with our global anti-harassment policy.
Save the Children does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process.
Job description:
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Date advertised: 19 Jul 2022
Closing date: 11 Aug 2022 - 05:59 +07
Location: Worldwide, Worldwide
Department: Business Transformation
Type: Permanent
Schedule: Full-time
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