Zonal Manager at World Vision

, , Afghanistan -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

19 Oct, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Operations Management, People Management, Strategic Direction, Project Implementation, Financial Management, Risk Management, Negotiation Skills, Cross-Cultural Sensitivity, Communication Skills, Analytical Skills, Team Management, Capacity Building, Emergency Response, Logistics Management, Networking Skills, Report Writing

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

With 75 years of experience, our focus is on helping the most vulnerable children overcome poverty and experience fullness of life. We help children of all backgrounds, even in the most dangerous places, inspired by our Christian faith. Come join our 33,000+ staff working in nearly 100 countries and share the joy of transforming vulnerable children’s life stories! Employee Contract Type: Local - Fixed Term Employee (Fixed Term) Job Description: Job-Purpose The position will be responsible for managing and overseeing WV Afghanistan’s operations in Faryab and other areas of WV Afghanistan’s future expansion in line with the Country Strategy. The Zonal Manager (ZM) will provide strategic direction to the Zonal teams for effective implementation of projects in line with WVA strategy and WVI policies. The ZM will also represent WV at all provincial external meetings and work closely with WVA leadership to ensure WV participates in coordination and negotiations for access and safe passage for operations and project implementation in all zonal operational areas. The Zonal Manager plays a key role in building capacity at zonal level, and in the effective scale-up and management of WVA programmes to increase impact and enable positive change for children and vulnerable communities. Operations Management: Provide thought leadership to the zonal team and ensure that project implementation is in line with WVA strategy and with the donor’s agreement. Ensure that all projects are implemented with good quality, on time, on scope and on budget. Ensure that all project managers submit timely, accurate and professional reports that meet donor and WV requirements. Facilitate the learning of best practices on zonal area projects implementation Ensure monthly review meetings are held on a monthly basis with the participation of all departments and the appropriate actions are taken and addressed. Ensure that grants/projects budget is within approved spending levels and support providing accurate and timely financial reports to donors and SO staff. Make sure project manager are well aware and understand how to manage their project budgets properly, through monitoring and evaluation of their projects' burn rates, financial reports Ensure that PMs are well understood on how and when to make acceleration plans, cash follow-up revision of their projects to meet the project goals as per the design Ensure that response project budgets are exhausted timely manner Ensure grant/project expenses are reasonable, allocated as per assigned budget, prudent and spent in accordance with donor rules and regulations to ensure low-risk audits. Conduct & update a regular risk management plan at the field office level in consultation with supportive department and project Managers. Ensure the risk mitigation measures are in place & regularly monitored with special focus on safeguarding, security & safety, harassment, aid diversion, fraud and corruption. Communicate regularly with Operations Director to provide updates on project progress and identify areas for improvement. Support new funding opportunities and development of funding proposals for the Badghis areas. margin-top:6.0pt;"> margin-top:6.0pt;">undefined People Management Directly supervise Project managers and field offices staff of national and international staff members Coordinate closely with P&C department and other support departments on the hiring of fulltime, stipend and daily staff for the zonal office in order to ensure quality and efficiency of program implementation. Ensure proper support and technical capacity of staff to manage complex donor-funded projects and develop a capacity plan and identify learning and training opportunities for Zonal team staff and work as a mentor and role model for less experienced staff. Conduct performance appraisals with assistance from P&C, create job descriptions, support hiring process, and ensure performance standards for all employees margin-top:0in;"> margin-top:0in;">undefined Access Closely coordinate with the Security Department to ensure that WV security policies are being adhered to. Closely coordinate with the Security Department to ensure that WV security policies are being adhered to. Coordination, Representation and visibility Conduct regular coordination meetings with the heads of departments to remove barriers that may be affecting implementation of projects within the zone. Closely coordinate with the Security Department to ensure that WV security policies are being adhered to. Maintain monthly operational reports to the Operations Director. These reports will include a detailed updated activity tracking sheet for every project in the zone Zonal Finance and Administration Responsible for zonal support budget. Ensure that financial policies and procedures handed down from the main office are implemented and followed. Liaising with the finance department to create budgets and spending projections for the Zonal offices. Signing authority for purchase requisitions as per WV Afghanistan LoA. Closely supervise the administration assistants paying special attention to: The coordination of flights for zonal staff Perform space and needs assessments regularly, and requisition or construct new office space as necessary. Oversee the day-today functions of offices of national and international staff members Oversee the running of the national and international team houses margin-top:0in;"> margin-top:0in;">undefined Logistics Work closely with support departments to ensure that the zonal operations have the following: Works closely with the head of Supply chain to ensure that the zonal team is aware of and follows WV’s procurement policies. Managing the record keeping of the zonal documents, including field documents of all existing and closed projects, ensuring that WV has these documents as required by the donor guidelines. Communicate the zonal logistics requirements, including warehousing, transportation, and other logistics-related requirements, and ensure that they are in place for smooth implementation of projects. Coordinate the distribution of WV assets for project implementation including the management of vehicles and their allocation to field teams. Ensure full compliance with WVI’s Accountability Frameworks, Safeguarding Policies, Code of Conduct, and donor requirements by actively participating in AAP mandatory trainings and integrating accountability mechanisms into all project activities. Conduct meaningful AAP community engagement and sensitization during field visits, including distribution of CFM cards to beneficiaries and facilitating awareness sessions on the feedback and complaints mechanism throughout project implementation Coordinate the distribution of WV assets for project implementation including the management of vehicles and their allocation to field teams. Required Professional Experience At least 5 years work Experience working in an operations leadership position Required Education, training, license, registration, and certification 1. Holding a bachelor management, business, social studies or any other equivalent major 1. master’s degree in management, business, social studies or any other equivalent major 2. Demonstrated leadership ability. 3. Cross-cultural sensitivity, flexible worldview, emotional maturity, physical stamina and ability to adjust to harsh living condition. 4. Strong negotiation skills with donors, government authorities, local contactors and suppliers. 5. Excellent English communication skills (oral and written). 6. Computer competency including MS Word and Excel. Experience with Lotus Notes a plus. 7. Good understanding of World Vision Sphere and core humanitarian standards relief standards. 8. Knowledge of and adherence to the Red Cross and NGO Code of Conduct 9. Ability to maintain performance expectations in diverse cultural contexts, psychologically stressful environments and physical hardship conditions with limited resources. Experience working in an operations leadership position Experience in engaging multiple stakeholders in a fragile environment Experience in emergency response 13. Knowledge if development and humanitarian work Demonstrated team management as well as abilities in report management Staff on the job coaching and mentoring abilities, including identification and nurturing of talent Exceptional analytical and report writing capabilities which enable effective representation of the status of the zonal office Effective communication which enable project managers to know their roles and responsibilities and what the expectations are. Networking skills which ensure good representation of WV in the targeted locations. Strategic thinking capabilities which enable the office to maintain effective presence in the zone including staffing and financial management). Experience in engaging multiple stakeholders in a fragile environment Experience in emergency response Strategic thinking capabilities which enable the office to maintain effective presence in the zone including staffing and financial management). Travel and/or Work Environment Requiremen The role will include travel to multiple provinces as required by the context The role will be based Badghis with travel to Herat (20%) Physical Requirements The role will be based Badghis with travel to Herat (20%) Language Requirements Professional Dari language skills Advanced English language skills. (Ability to express ideas clearly and effectively, both in spoken and written English). Applicant Types Accepted: Local Applicants Only Our vision for every child, life in all its fullness. Our prayer for every heart, the will to make it so. As a global Christian relief, development and advocacy organisation, our focus is on helping the most vulnerable children overcome poverty and experience fullness of life. We help children of all backgrounds, even in the most dangerous places, inspired by our Christian faith. Learn more about our work at wvi.org. Our organisational culture reflects a "Partnership" of World Vision offices in 100 countries and 33,000+ staff working towards one vision: life in its fullness for every child. A career with World Vision is a God-given calling, and we believe that every staff member has been brought to World Vision for God’s purposes. Whether working from home, in an office, or with children and community members, we celebrate and embrace each staff member’s diverse background and talents – knowing that together, we can make a difference. Together, #WeAreWorldVision. Learn more about our culture. Our people are our greatest asset. Each staff member brings their unique experience and God-given talents to the organisation – and in return World Vision provides employees a competitive "Total Rewards" package tailored to the context in which they work. Learn more about benefits. Have questions about applying to a job with World Vision? See our Frequently Asked Questions.

Responsibilities

The Zonal Manager will manage and oversee WV Afghanistan’s operations in Faryab and other areas, ensuring effective project implementation in line with the organization's strategy. They will also represent WV at provincial meetings and work closely with leadership for coordination and negotiations.