Deputy International Programme Director Switzerland
The Deputy InternationalProgrammes Director (DIPD) deputises for, and collaborates with, theInternational Programmes Director. They contribute to strategic planning and the operational oversight ofMedair country programmes. Providingrisk management, championing security management and chairing the Crisis ManagementTeam as required. They oversee logistics operations, lead on strategic initiativeswith emphasis on our distinct Christian faith approach and the value of ourpresence.
Role Summary
The Deputy International Programmes Director (DIPD) deputises for, and collaborates with, the International Programmes Director. They contribute to strategic planning and the operational oversight of Medair country programmes. Providing risk management, championing security management and chairing the Crisis Management Team as required. They oversee logistics operations, lead on strategic initiatives with emphasis on our distinct Christian faith approach and the value of our presence.
Project Overview
The International Programmes Department supports the organisation in the implementation of world class humanitarian aid projects and is responsible for timely delivery & quality of our humanitarian services in all our programmes with support from Logistics, HR, Engagement, Finance, Legal Counsel, & IT departments.
Workplace & Conditions
Global Support Office (GSO) position based in Lausanne, Switzerland, Swiss or eligible EU citizens, or those with a valid work permit for Switzerland, can apply. 4 - 6 weeks/year travel to Medair Country Programs.
Responsibilities
• Support key strategic decisions & initiatives for the IP department around innovative funding and the development of better systems and tools to enhance project management within the organisation.
• Lead, support and manage the Logistics Team, and mange several Head of Country Programmes (HCPs). Provide deputisation of the IPD when required to allow for business continuity.
• Risk Management – Support HCPs to deliver against good financial management and controls and ensure that security management processes are strongly embedded in each Country Programmes.
• Institutional and Public Donor compliance – champion compliance with institutional and public donor requirements, including at vetting, certification, proposals and reporting stages.
• Team life - Integration & outworking of Christian faith in all daily work aspects, decision-making, leadership & management style and communications.
Qualifications, Experience & Technical Competencies
• Master’s degree in the social sciences or a humanitarian-related subject
• Excellent English (spoken and written) + French desirable
• Experience of a senior level in humanitarian organisations with people management, preferably Medair
• Experienced in designing and embedding organisational systems and processes
• Logistics oversight experience would be desirable
Behavioural Skills
• Strong servant leadership skills with a consultative management style.
• Creative, open-minded, flexible, self-learner, with good understanding of cross-cultural issues.
• Effective in coordination- to mobilize and leverage capacity from others.
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills, able to build consensus among stakeholders.
Team Spiritual Life
Reflect the values of Medair with team members, local staff, people we serve, and external contacts. Work, live, and pray together in our Christian faith-based teams. Fully contribute to a rich spiritual team life, including team devotion, prayer, and words of encouragement.
Before you apply
Please ensure you are fully aware of the:
- Medair is committed to safeguarding the protection of beneficiaries, volunteers, staff and partners, and particularly children. Therefore, we do not employ staff whose background we understand to be unsuitable for working with children. Medair staff are required to give the utmost respect to, and comply with, Medair’s accountability policies and best practices.
- Medair Relief & Recovery Orientation Course (ROC) (which forms part of the recruitment selection process for field positions).
Application Process
To apply, go to this vacancy on our Medair page. Please do not make multiple applications. We will not review email applications. Only English-language applications / CVs will be reviewed.