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Philippines: Water and Habitat Head of Program based in Davao (for Filipino Nationals only)

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Organization: International Committee of the Red Cross
Country: Philippines
Closing date: 17 Nov 2017

Join the Water and Habitat team of an international humanitarian organization. The ICRC Mindanao sub-delegation is looking for a:

Water and Habitat Head of Program

(Based in Davao)

As Head of Program, you will develop, implement, and coordinate strategies and projects in Mindanao that help ensure access to potable water, sanitation and shelter facilities in communities affected by armed conflict. You will also lead in developing projects aimed at improving the living conditions in jails and prisons in Mindanao. You will engage with a wide range of stakeholders and lead, guide and supervise team members.

MAIN TASKS:

  • Leads and supervises Water and Habitat team members in ICRC offices in Mindanao including consultants and daily workers when applicable

  • Develops program strategies and project proposals based on comprehensive situation analysis and upon consultation with team members and stakeholders on the ground

  • Participates in missions to conflict- or disaster-affected areas in the Philippines to implement and manage emergency response in close collaboration with concerned ICRC teams as well as with the Philippine Red Cross

  • Prepares and manages the program’s overall budget

REQUIRED PROFILE:

A successful candidate will have:

  • A strong motivation for and commitment to the humanitarian mandate of the ICRC
  • At least eight years of relevant work experience in project management, focusing on water management and construction
  • An excellent ability to lead staff based in multiple locations and facilitate coordination within a multi-cultural and international setup
  • The capacity to engage and liaise with various external contacts such as government representatives, suppliers, and ultimately, beneficiaries
  • Proficiency in both English and Filipino
  • Willingness to travel frequently

A successful candidate may have:

  • A bachelor’s degree in a relevant course and/ or a postgraduate degree in water resources engineering, civil engineering, structural engineering, or engineering management
  • A professional license in Engineering
  • Prior experience in humanitarian or development work
  • International experience or exposure to international best practices for water management and construction
  • The ability to speak in one or more of the local languages used in Mindanao

THE ICRC OFFERS

  • A meaningful career within an international humanitarian setup
  • Competitive compensation package
  • Opportunities for continued learning and development

Closing date of application: 17 November 2017

Duration of contract: Open-ended

*Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis until position is successfully filled. Recruitment may close before deadline of applications.


How to apply:

Qualified applicants are requested to send their comprehensive resume, cover letter to man_hr_services@icrc.org with subject line: SURNAME First name – DAV WATHAB Head of Program (cover letter, resume).

Office Address: 2/F Tavera Business Center, J. Camus Ext. corner Araullo Sts., Davao City 8000

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified. A valid NBI clearance must be submitted once shortlisted.

To learn more about the ICRC in the Philippines, please visit our website www.icrc.org/ph and follow us on Facebook www.facebook.com/ICRCph.


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