Job Description
Location: GN Africa Regional Coordination Office in Ruiru, Kiambu County
Employee Terms: Fixed Term contract
1. Introduction
The Deputy Regional Coordinator supports the Africa Regional Coordinator in providing
leadership, strategic direction, and oversight of the programs and operations of Good
Neighbors partnership countries in Africa. She/he is responsible for the overall leadership and
management of Good Neighbors partnership countries’ operational and administrative
functions. Working under the guidance of the Africa Regional Coordinator and Good
Neighbors Global Partnership Center, the Deputy Regional Coordinator defines the
organization’s strategic vision and is accountable for its implementation and the results
achieved.
The Deputy Regional Coordinator maintains strong relationships with a diverse range of
stakeholders who are important collaborators in Good Neighbors’ mission and activities.
The Deputy Regional Coordinator has the responsibility and accountability to set the tone for
Good Neighbors’ internal and external interactions by exemplifying values of high ethical
standards, integrity, and fairness. She/he must act in the best interests of Good Neighbors in all
contexts and is responsible for ensuring this culture prevails across the organization’s
employees and stakeholders.
2. Duties and responsibilities
1) Monitoring and Audit
* Ensure professionalism, transparency, and accountability in the programs and the
organizational management of Good Neighbors partnership countries in Africa through
monitoring and audit.
2) Handover
* Facilitate and support seamless handovers of country representatives by maintaining
continuity and effective communication within the organization.
3) Global Strategy
* Spearhead local fundraising initiatives aligned with the organization's global strategy.
* Manage gifts in kind (GIK) programs and foster social economy programs to achieve Good
Neighbors’ goals and objectives.
* Lead the implementation of safeguarding policies, procedures, and awareness campaigns.
4) Support Partnership Countries
* Drive the internalization of Good Neighbors' mission, vision, and strategy in partnership
countries.
* Oversee governance structures and policy making/revisions to ensure alignment with the
organization's mission and vision.
* Provide guidance and training to staff members to ensure a strong culture of safeguarding
throughout the organization.
* Facilitate working groups focused on the organization’s strategies and key initiatives.
5) Capacity Building
* Develop and implement leadership training programs for staff in partnership countries.
* Coordinate staff exchange programs to enhance cross-cultural understanding and
collaboration.
* Organize workshops on Design, Monitoring, and Evaluation (DME), Sponsorship
Management, Fundraising Strategies, etc.
6) Risk Management
* Conduct regular risk assessments and provide recommendations to enhance organizational
resilience.
* Formulate and implement contingency plans for potential risks, including the absence of
country representatives, civil unrest, natural disasters, economic crises, and pandemic/endemic
situations.
* Mitigate partnership challenges, legal cases, and other risk factors in collaboration with
partnership country offices and relevant stakeholders.
* Establish and maintain robust mechanisms for reporting and investigating safeguarding
incidents.
7) Coordination
* Facilitate coordination on critical matters and major issues among field countries, support
countries, and global offices.
3. Candidate Qualification
1) Educational Background
* Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Development Studies, International Relations, Social
Welfare, or a related field.
2) Professional Experience
* More than 5 years of progressively responsible experience in project management,
international development, or a related field.
* Minimum of 3 years experience as Country Director or Country Representative of an
international organization.
* Experience in ODA project and multi-bi project management.
* Experience in Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) project or Japanese MOFA
funding project is a plus.
* Exceptional management skills in HR, finances, and programs, with a proven capacity to
motivate and lead a multi-disciplinary management team to achieve organizational goals.
3) Regional Expertise
* Track record of working on projects or programs in a minimum of two countries in Africa,
with each country having at least two years of experience, respectively.
* In-depth knowledge of the African context with an understanding of its political, social,
economic, and cultural dynamics.
4) Stakeholder Engagement
* Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong relationships with a variety of stakeholders,
including government agencies, non-governmental organizations, and local communities.
* Experience in fostering collaboration and partnerships for effective project implementation.
5) Project Management
* Strong project management skills, including planning, budgeting, monitoring, and evaluation.
* Ability to oversee multiple projects simultaneously and ensure timely and quality
deliverables.
6) Team Leadership and Capacity Building
* Experience in leading and motivating diverse teams spread across different locations.
* Proven ability to build the capacity of team members and partners.
7) Communication Skills
* Fluency in English is essential, and proficiency in the major donor languages, that is, Korean
or Japanese, is highly desirable.
* Ability to effectively communicate complex ideas to diverse audiences.
8) Adaptability and Flexibility
* Ability to thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced work environment.
* Willingness to travel frequently within the Africa region as required.
9) Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills
* Strong analytical skills with the ability to analyze data, identify trends, and make informed
decisions.
* Proven problem-solving abilities in challenging situations.
10) Commitment to Organizational Mission
* Alignment with and commitment to the mission, vision, and core values of Good Neighbors.
* Understanding and appreciation of the organization's global goals and objectives.