Regional Program Development Officer, Southern Africa (1743) Job from Samaritan's Purse

Position title: Regional Program Development Officer
Job ID: #590387
Career categories:    Monitoring and Evaluation
Country: Uganda
City:    based in Kampala
Organisation:
    Samaritan's Purse

Theme:
    Agriculture
    Coordination
    Disaster Management
    Education
    Food and Nutrition
    Health
    HIV/Aids
    Other
    Protection and Human Rights
    Shelter and Non-Food Items
    Water Sanitation Hygiene

Job years of experience:    3-5 years
Kampala, Uganda - The Regional Program Development Officer (RPDO)–Southern Africa will work throughout the Southern Region as a part of the International Program Development Unit. The RPDO will focus on supporting and coordinating Samaritan’s Purse (SP) Field Offices as it relates to the pursuit and development of programs and grant proposals in the regions. The RPDO provides consultation in processes related to program and grant proposals to include writing, editing and the compilation of lessons learned. The RPDO will provide technical assistance to Samaritan’s Purse field offices in designated regions.

Position requires extensive travel in and out of field.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Develop programming and proposals for SP Southern Africa field offices using current SP program models and best practices. On occasion the RPDO will be asked to assist in the initial program implementation of proposals they write. • Build capacity of SP Southern Africa field offices in general program development skills, behavior change communication, and qualitative evaluation skills. • Build relationships on behalf of SP Southern Africa field offices with bilateral donors, International Non-governmental Organizations, and other agencies. • Be aware of grant opportunities in the region and work in conjunction with regional directors on pursuing those opportunities. • Align with the various SP Country Directors regarding the rules and regulations of the field office and ensure that they are aware of all meetings, progress and ideas being formulated. • Ensure that all proposals follow timetables that allow for the input/review by the technical advisors and the finance department and involve the appropriate technical advisors in the Program Development Division in the concept development process of grant submissions. • Attend devotions and participate in prayer support for the ministry, its donors and volunteers. • Maintain a strong Christian witness to colleagues, vendors, charitable beneficiaries, and the general public. • Assess, manage, and report critical physical, emotional, or spiritual concerns of supervised staff.

QUALIFICATIONS:
• Maintains a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Is a consistent witness for Jesus Christ. • Master’s degree in International Development preferred. Study in a related field or strong field based experience will be considered. • One year of college-level Biblical studies is preferred. • Technical writing skills including developing proposals, training/instruction manuals, and reports. • Field experience in the implementation of relief and development programming. • Prior cross-cultural experience . • Working knowledge of the grant submission processes of major donors such as the UN, CIDA, DFID, USAID, etc. • Working knowledge of major bilateral donor funds for HIV/AIDS, such as PEPFAR, Global Fund .

24 month contract with the potential for renewal.
This position is able to accommodate a family.

Mission Statement: Samaritan's Purse is a nondenominational evangelical Christian organization providing spiritual and physical aid to hurting people around the world. Since 1970, Samaritan's Purse has helped meet needs of people who are victims of war, poverty, natural disasters, disease, and famine with the purpose of sharing God's love through His Son, Jesus Christ. The organization serves the Church worldwide to promote the Gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ.

Distinct Objectives: The work of Samaritan’s Purse is marked by five distinct objectives, grounded in Scripture and biblical principles: Proclaim the Gospel - Exalt Christ and share the Gospel while working in His Name around the world Serve with Excellence - Exceed the world’s standard while serving the purposes of God’s kingdom Respond with Compassionate Action - Expedite our response to needs as the Lord reveals opportunities to minister Demonstrate Biblical Integrity - Exhibit character and integrity personally, at home and work Walk in Bold Faith - Expect God to do the impossible-- “God Room”
 
How to apply:To apply, please go to http://www.samaritanspurse.org/our-ministry/employment-listings/, click on "International Positions," click on "Regional Program Development Officer, Southern Africa (1743)," click on "Apply Now."
Application Closing date: 31 Jan 2014