ESSENTIAL

DESIRABLE

QUALIFICATIONS

• Degree or equivalent qualification in development, humanitarian affairs, journalism, international relations, or other relevant course (or equivalent level of knowledge)
  

EXPERIENCE

• Substantial International NGO field experience ideally in grant management, proposal development (narrative and budgets) and/or donor reporting
• Proven ability to develop winning proposals for public and/or private-sector donors
• Experience in log frame development and Project Cycle Management, ideally in a complex environment
• Experience in conveying stories and case studies to external audiences in an appropriate and timely manner
• Experience in strategic planning
• Experience in project implementation

• Experience with bilateral (e.g. DFID, DUTCH, USAID) and multilateral (e.g. EC, UN) donor mechanisms.
• Experience in the specific country and/or other insecure operating environments
• Sector experience in WASH, Food Security, and Public Health
• Experience in capacity-building national staff in reporting and proposal writing
• Working with the Core Humanitarian Standard (CHS)
• Staff development and capacity building
  

SKILLS/
ABILITIES

• Excellent English language, written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to interpret and present information in a clear and concise manner suitable for a wide variety of donor audiences.
• Excellent organisation and administrative capacity
• Strong interpersonal and team coordination skills
• Good numeracy skills and Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Computer literate
• Ability to analyse and interpret data
• Excellent problem solving and analytical skills and ability to learn quickly
• Strong negotiation and representation skills
• Ability to lead and facilitate team prayer and Bible studies
• Ability and commitment to apply biblical principles prayerfully within all aspects of the role
• Experience in budget management
  

PERSONAL QUALITIES

• An understanding of and a commitment to Tearfund’s Mission, Values and Beliefs Statement
• Committed Christian with a personal relationship with God
• Committed to regular Christian fellowship with other Christians
• Christian motivation in relation to injustice and serving those in need.
• Emotionally & spiritually mature
• Understanding and sensitivity to cross-cultural issues
• Commitment to accountability to beneficiaries and transparency, showing dignity and respect, and demonstrating listening and understanding
• A strong team player and a practical desire to support the field teams 
• Diplomatic and determined
• Flexibility, ability to remain calm under pressure
• Willingness to travel and live in basic conditions