FYI.
From: Nadia Gouy [mailto:[log in to unmask]]
Sent: Thursday, October 14, 2010 5:47 PM
To: Nafisa Baboo
Cc: Bernard Mogesa; 'Nancy'; [log in to unmask]
Subject: job opening-avis de poste vacant
Dear all,
The African Union of the Blind (AFUB) is seeking to recruit an executive director. Please find below (english) and attached the job opening in both English and French. Please distribute widely and sorry for cross-posting.
The deadline is November 10 2010.
Kind regards,
Nadia
Nadia Gouy
Acting Executive Director -- Directrice Exécutive par Intérim
African Union of the Blind (AFUB) -- Union Africaine des Aveugles (UAFA)
PO Box 72872 00200
Nairobi, Kenya
tel: +254 20 682 3989
Fax: +254 20 682 3776
email: [log in to unmask]; [log in to unmask]
www.afub-uafa.org
AFRICAN UNION OF THE BLIND (AFUB)
UNION AFRICAINE DES AVEUGLES (UAFA)
JOB DESCRIPTION: Executive Director
Reporting to: AFUB board of directors, represented by the AFUB president in day-to-day relation
Background
The African Union of the Blind (AFUB) is seeking to recruit an Executive Director to manage the AFUB secretariat in Nairobi, Kenya. The African Union of the Blind is a registered International Non-Governmental Organisation (INGO) in Kenya and enjoys consulate status with the Kenya Government's Ministry of Foreign Affairs. AFUB also enjoys Observer status in the African Union (AU) and has a mandate to operate in all African Union member states through OAU resolution CM/Res.944 (XL) where it seeks to initiate, promote and sustain development programmes to uplift the standards of living of blind and partially sighted persons in Africa. Currently AFUB has a membership of 56 organisations for and of the blind Africa wide.
OUR VISION
"A continent where blind and partially sighted persons enjoy equal rights, social inclusion and full participation in development"
OUR MISSION
"To strengthen member organisations and create unity of purpose among them, through capacity building and advocacy, in partnership with governments, international agencies and other stakeholders".
AFUB strives to fulfil the following organisational objectives:
Influencing public policies and practices governing the education, health, welfare, social security, rehabilitation, employment, sports and recreation of blind and partially sighted people;
Working for increased access by blind and partially sighted people to basic human rights through advocacy for the elimination of discriminatory laws and Practices affecting blind and partially sighted people;
Establishing, strengthening and developing national associations of the blind and partially sighted persons;
Mobilizing resources at the local, national and international levels to support human resource development, and economic empowerment services for blind and partially sighted people; and
Encouraging exchange of information and experience among AFUB members and other organisations.
With a paradigm shift in donor support, favouring project-based funding over operational funding, AFUB needs to be proactive in ensuring financial sustainability. To this end, AFUB underwent a thorough evaluation exercise and organised a fruitful partners' roundtable forum. The recommendations of both converge in highlighting the need for repositioning AFUB as a regional body in Africa.
JOB SUMMARY
The Executive Director will work with the board of officers to define strategies and lead the implementation of AFUB strategic plan and programs. She/he will enhance AFUB's visibility and profile, secure and manage resources for AFUB and strengthen the organisational impact on visual impairment in Africa. She/he will have management responsibility for the AFUB secretariat in Kenya. This will include ensuring the management of staff and consultants working on different AFUB programs.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Strategic Leadership
· In consultation with the Board, develop and implement appropriate strategies for repositioning AFUB both at the regional and international levels;
· Oversee overall implementation of current and future projects/programmes;
· Develop collaboration with regional and sub-regional organisations to advocate for mainstreaming issues of visual impairment in Africa;
· Lead the development and implementation of a resource mobilization strategy that will result in a sustainable funding base;
· Develop operating policies to ensure programmes and activities are implemented effectively;
· Lead in conducting research to support advocacy and programming.
· The Executive Director will ensure the development of membership, affiliates and partnerships by:
Identifying and establishing new projects /programs that are in line with the mission and vision of the organisation;
· Ensuring effective coordination of member organisations towards achievement of goals;
· Building, maintaining and strengthening effective working relationships with affiliates, partners, disability organisations, governments, the UN system, and other like-minded NGOs in the region and beyond;
· Maintaining effective communication, sharing of learning and best practice with member organisations, affiliates, partners and other stakeholders through the publication of AFUB newsletters and other platforms;
Branding
The Executive Director will lead the development of the African Union of the Blind profile and corporate image by:
Acting as the "public face" of AFUB, Representing AFUB at public appearances and conferences when required;
Securing high profile media coverage for AFUB activities;
Ensuring that AFUB work and positions on a broad range of topics and countries are well covered and understood by the media;
Effective Leadership and Management
The director will manage the organisation effectively, including by:
Leading on strategic and operational planning process and ensuring timely delivery of outputs;
Managing the organisation's overall budget and finances, overseeing financial management of project budgets, ensuring reporting schedules to donors are adhered to;
Managing AFUB staff and consultants, and providing support, guidance and feedback;
Ensuring the implementation of relevant Kenyan laws and/or of AFUB organisational policies and procedures, with regard to equal opportunity, gender, recruitment, health and safety etc;
Lead on results based management, ensuring that all projects and programs are designed for impact and are effectively implemented, monitored and evaluated.
Job requirements
1. Experience
Significant experience of:
· Work in the field of disability; preferably visual impairment issues;
· Living and working in Africa;
· Demonstrable work experience in fund-raising, strategic planning and budgetary processes within an organisation;
· Progressive managerial experience in Program, project and staff management;
· Drafting of written materials, and Writing and/or editing materials for publication;
· Involvement in policy development is desirable.
2. Skills and abilities
· Ability to play a leadership role within an organisation and commitment to the professional development of staff;
· Good interpersonal skills;
· Written and spoken fluency in English and French;
· Ability to work under pressure and manage time effectively
3. Qualifications
A master's degree in international development, social sciences, management of non-profit organisations, or related field, or a first degree with equivalent work experience;
At least five years progressive work Experience in a senior management position, preferably in a non-governmental organisation; or seven to ten years progressive work experience with relevant academic background;
Experience of Results based management is desirable.
4. Other Requirements
Commitment to work within AFUB's philosophy and objectives;
Cultural sensitivity and commitment to equal opportunities
Special conditions:
The director will be based in AFUB's secretariat in Nairobi, Kenya. The post holder should be willing to relocate to Nairobi, Kenya. He/she will be willing and able to travel within Africa. Occasional travel internationally.
Contract: Three years, renewable subject to performance and funding with a six-month probationary period.
Salary commensurate with experience:
AFUB offers a competitive benefits package, including housing and transportation allowance.
Interested applicants are requested to send their applications by email to:
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Please be advised that no telephone calls will be accepted.
Applications should include a detailed CV, a cover letter explaining why you are qualified for the post, an unedited short writing sample, and names and contact information of at least three professional references.
Deadline: November 10 2010.
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