HelpAge International is working to ensure the protection of older people and their dependents in West Darfur through the ongoing crisis. We seek to address the immediate needs of older people, while at the same time affecting some longer-term change. We are based in El Geneina, close to the Chadian border, where a high number of those displaced by the conflict are found. As Emergency Programme Manager, you will be responsible for the implementation, management and administration of HelpAge International's humanitarian programme in Darfur. Closing date: 28 November 2008.
Emergency Programme Manager Based in Darfur, Sudan
£26,140- £28,642 gross per annum dependant on relevant experience, hardship allowance- £150 per month plus benefits
One-year contract with possible extension
Unaccompanied status post
HelpAge International (HAI) has a vision of a world in which all older people fulfil their potential to lead dignified, healthy active and secure lives. Older people may be marginalised today, but they offer an enormous potential for development tomorrow. HAI works to ensure everyone knows how much older people contribute to society and must enjoy their rights to healthcare and social services and the economic and physical security they need. Established in 1983 our global network today spans more than 70 affiliate organisations in 50 countries.
HelpAge International is working to ensure the protection of older people and their dependents in West Darfur through the ongoing crisis. We seek to address the immediate needs of older people, while at the same time affecting some longer-term change. We are based in El Geneina, close to the Chadian border, where a high number of those displaced by the conflict are found.
As Emergency Programme Manager, you will be responsible for the implementation, management and administration of HelpAge International's humanitarian programme in Darfur.
The Emergency Programme Manager will have significant emergencies experience, including designing and monitoring emergency interventions in the African context. You will be a strong leader with good experience in staff management and development, particularly in insecure and politically sensitive environments. You will have a clear understanding of the emergencies environment and in ensuring accountability and safety of staff and programme.
Closing date: 28 November 2008
Due to the urgency of the post candidates will be shortlisted and interviewed before the closing date
For application details, please visit www.helpage.org at the jobs section overseas vacancies.
If you have difficulties accessing the website, email
[email][email protected], Tel: +44 (0)20 7278 7778,
Fax: +44 (0)20 7713 7993. Quote ‘DarfurManager08’
HelpAge International is an equal opportunities employer
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