Manager International Programme (2-year contract, renewable)
Oxfam
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Job description
Looking for a meaningful career that allows you to make a difference in the world? Join Oxfam Hong Kong (OHK), a member of the Oxfam confederation, in creating a world free of poverty. As an independent development and relief agency, we work with people living in poverty and partner organisations to implement effective development, humanitarian, policy advocacy, and public education programmes.
We are seeking passionate individuals to join our team and contribute to our poverty alleviation work. Join us and be part of the solution to end poverty and create a better world for all!
Manager – International Programme (2-year contract, renewable) [Ref: IPT/IPM/23/01]
S/He is responsible for the overall planning, coordinating, communication and management for the international programme, aligning with the direction of Oxfam Hong Kong’s strategic plan objectives for international programmes.
Responsibilities:
– Steer a team of staff to achieve targets of the annual budget through effective grants management and administration for international grants to Oxfam partners; ensure alignment of programmes with Oxfam Hong Kong Strategic Plan, and compliance with relevant policies and procedures.
– Management and coordination for the humanitarian grants allocation and fundraising through Disaster Relief Fund (DRF) for international programmes. Work with the Fundraising and Communications Unit to secure funding from institutional donors.
– Be the main person to oversee and communicate internally all the risks of safeguard and financial misconduct on OI’s programmes and influencing at country and regional level.
– Undertake monitoring, evaluation and learning (MEL) of relevant programme and administration to ensure that the programme is effective in terms of impact, quality and cost effectiveness.
– Represent OHK at relevant groups within the Oxfam Confederation. Collaborate closely with the confederation development staff, Oxfam’s Asia and Africa Regional Governance Groups; and network of southern affiliates.
– Collaborate with other programme units and Oxfam International / affiliates on prioritized advocacy work and campaigns.
– Personnel and performance management of staff
– Communications and media relations for international programmes; regularly update internally and externally the programme progress, results and impacts of the focus countries and regions of OI.
Requirements:
– Degree holder with at least 8 years’ working experience of which 5 years on managerial grade.
– Experience of programme development includes professional voluntary engagement with NGOs or social organization.
– Proven management experience and skills suited for a medium-sized non-profit organization, and ability to adapt to and manage complex organizational settings.
– Excellent analytical, networking skills and communication skills at international level
– Excellent command of spoken and written English. Good command of Chinese (including Putonghua) is preferred.
– Proficient in computer applications including MS Office. Chinese word processing is preferred.
– Able to travel extensively and work in remote areas.
– Identification with Oxfam’s mission and vision is a must.
**Candidate with more experience and has been on senior-level roles for 10 years or more may be considered for the post of Senior Manager – International Programme.
Closing date for application: 15 October 2023
You are invited to send your application letter, curriculum vitae with your current and expected salary and date of availability to Human Resources Manager by email to hr@oxfam.org.hk.
At Oxfam Hong Kong, our culture is shaped by our values, which reinforce what we care about and how we do things. Our five core values are: Justice, Empowerment, Inclusiveness, Accountability and Innovation. Learn more about Oxfam Hong Kong here: https://www.oxfam.org.hk.
Oxfam is committed to preventing any type of unwanted behavior at work including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity and financial misconduct; and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. Oxfam expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment through our code of conduct. We place a high priority on ensuring that only those who share and demonstrate our values are recruited to work for us. Note: All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and may be subject to appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records and terrorism finance checks.
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Oxfam Hong Kong is an equal opportunities employer.