Country: Central African Republic
Closing date: 06 Sep 2018
Contract: 12 months fixed term
Ref: LPM/IPD-WA/0818
Location: Central African Republic
Salary:£27,427 per annum + Additional Benefits*
Islamic Relief Worldwide (IRW) is currently recruiting for the position of a Livelihoods Program Manager who will be responsible for ensuring effective design and implementation of the Interfaith Peacebuilding Partnership (CIPP) programming with a focus on equitable recovery of livelihood for vulnerable Central Africans. The post holder will be responsible for increasing quantity, quality and competitiveness of the income generating activities (IGAs), supporting the formation and functioning of association of farmers and other groups across the country.
The successful candidate must have or be:
- Degree in Agriculture/Economics/Development studies or related field & experience.
- Demonstrate thematic capacity in market development and rural/decentralized financial services.
- Excellent planning and organisational skills.
- Proven experience of participatory programme approaches.
- Broad experience in developing budgets and the ability to establish and maintain sound financial controls.
- Fluency in French and English, both spoken and written.
Pre-employment Checks:
Any employment with Islamic Relief will be subject to the following checks:
- screening clearance
- receipt of satisfactory references
Islamic Relief promotes equality and meritocracy, and seeks individuals who agree with the IR values together with our policy standards on Anti-Bribery, Child Protection and Code of Conduct.
Please note, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Applicants should be sympathetic to the values of Islamic Relief
(Sincerity, Excellence, Compassion, Social Justice and Custodianship)
Islamic Relief is an equal opportunities employer
Please note that CV's will not be accepted
National candidates are encouraged to apply, but will receive the salary not benefits.
How to apply:
If you are talented, reliable, service minded, resilient and a highly motivated professional, with a strong commitment to IRW’s values and beliefs, please apply by downloading the application pack from our website www.islamic-relief.com/work-with-us/ and forward the completed form to Expat.Careers@irworldwide.org on or before the closing date.