Job Vacancy from Skills for South Sudan: Director (USD48,000 plus benefits)

Skills for South Sudan aims to realise this ambition, by maintaining their emphasis on skills development that embraces women and men, that is sustainable, that responds to people’s demands, and that supports the building of a new nation, South Sudan.

Originally established in 1995 in the UK by Southern Sudanese refugees and British friends, Skills for South Sudan is now leading the way in training of public servants and civil society activists in all ten states of south Sudan. Working with local, regional and international experts, Skills for South Sudan provides vitally needed management and leaderships skills development to thousands of individuals and communities at the national, state and local levels. From the corridors of power to the smallest grassroots organisations, SKILLS is improving the lives of people across South Sudan.

Do you have at least 5 years relevant work experience in a senior management position, ideally in international development and maybe you have also worked in Sudan?

The successful candidate will provide strategic leadership, efficient operational management and effective communication with stakeholders. S/he will have a Master’s degree in social sciences or international development.

His/her main responsibilities will be:

• Organisational and Programme Management.
• Highly developed networking and interpersonal skills.
• Financial Oversight and Donor engagement.
• Strong relationships skills in a diverse and complex context.
• Strong communication, negotiation and business skills.
• People management and performance management.
• Knowledge of business development and management.

For full job description please download an application pack.

1. An up-to-date curriculum vitae (of no more than 2-3 sides of A4)
2. A detailed statement explaining why you are interested in this post and how your skills and experience make you suitable. There is guidance on how to write a compelling statement on the Oxford HR website under ‘Advice for Candidates’.