Country: Nepal
Closing date: 13 Jun 2016
• Regional focus Program Development & Coordination role • Help us end avoidable blindness • Based in Nepal – Kathmandu
Founded in 1992, The Fred Hollows Foundation has been a driving force in the development and implementation of blindness prevention programs in some of the poorest and most isolated regions in the world. Currently operating in 25 countries, The Fred Hollows Foundation has restored sight to well over 1 million people worldwide. We have an ambitious 5 year strategic plan that aims to take The Foundation even closer to realising our vision of ending avoidable blindness.
In order to help us achieve our vision, we are looking for an experienced International Development professional to join our South Asia/Middle East Regional Team. Reporting to the Regional Director, you will support the Country managers and country teams to develop and ensure the delivery of high quality and sustainable programs to achieve an end to avoidable blindness in the communities where we work. Comprising both the design and delivery of programs and support to overall operations.
Specific responsibilities include: • Country Program support • Capacity building • Advocacy and representation
To be successful in this position, you will have a relevant tertiary qualification and significant experience coordinating health programs within the international development sector, ideally with both head office and in-country experience. You will have excellent knowledge of Program management, bringing your skills to ensure we deliver even greater impact across the region. This role will require you to utilise your superb communication skills, working across cultures to build capacity and help shape the future direction of our programs.
Essential criteria includes; • Experience working across countries in the region • A minimum of 6 year’s experience managing / coordinating programs in the international development sector • Experience working in a head office capacity as well as an in-country program • Strong working knowledge of program development and project management • Superior oral and written English skills
This role requires international travel across the South Asia and Middle East region.
How to apply:
How to apply and who to contact? For a detailed Job description and for information on how to apply please visit our website http://www.hollows.org/au/careers/current-vacancies
Alternatively, If you would like further information please contact our Recruitment Specialist Victoria Cawley or Nicole Cunningham on 02 87411962 or via email at employment@hollows.org
Closing date: Monday 13th June 2016
