Overview
The Field Manager will provide leadership and management oversight of Save the Children’s programme in the Bor Field Office in South Sudan, ensuring effective management of programs, resources, staff, and support functions.
Tasks Summary
- Maintain oversight of the humanitarian situation and contribute to project design.
- Ensure effective coordination and communication between departments.
- Lead the Field Management Team for smooth day-to-day running of field operations.
- Oversee the management of all programmes operating in Bor South County.
- Ensure timely and quality internal and donor reporting.
- Manage the Bor field office guesthouses, sub offices, vehicles, and other assets.
- Maintain a clear overview of the political, legal, and security context and ensure effective security management.
- Represent Save the Children to local authorities, donors, and members of the humanitarian community.
Experience Requirements
- At least two years working in a management-level position.
- Essential Skills and experience in project/programme implementation, monitoring, review, and evaluation, including budget holding responsibilities.
- Substantial people and programme management experience.
- Substantial experience in office management with a good understanding of logistics, HR, and finance procedures.
- Solid experience in grant management, including budget holding and donor reporting.
- Substantial understanding or proven experience of security management issues.
- Representational, political awareness, and advocacy skills.
- Experience of working with partners and a participatory approach.
- Desirable: Previous experience in Jonglei and UpperNile.
Qualification Requirements
- Education to Degree level.
- MSc/MA/MEng level is an advantage in a relevant subject or equivalent field experience.
