Head of Base / Field Coordinator, Ottawa
Closing Date: Friday, 09 December 2011
Action Against Hunger- Canada
is looking for experienced humanitarians, Canadian citizens or permanent
residents, ready to work abroad, to extend our pool of available
expatriates. Experience of 2 years in humanitarian field is necessary.
Action Against Hunger is an international humanitarian aid
organisation providing immediate assistance and long-term relief to
people suffering from the consequences of man-made and natural
disasters. Action
Against Hunger has been one of the leading
organisations in the treatment of malnutrition since its creation in
1979, and has programs in over 45 countries around the world focusing on
nutrition, food security, water & sanitation, and basic health.
Responsibilities
General Base Management:
- Ensure effective operational management of the base through
oversight of and adherence to ACF technical guidelines, logistics,
communications, human resources and finance policies and procedures.
Security:
- Proactively manage all security issues (ensuring that security
considerations are reconciled with operational requirements),
- Ensure that the security procedures known to all are strictly
adhered to.
ACF Strategic Planning:
- Actively participate in formulation of the ACF country Strategy.
Logistics and Administration:
- Monitor the financial, administrative and logistical management of
the base.
Human Resources Management:
- Ensure that ACF’s internal regulations are adhered to and respected.
We offer a competitive salary package, taking into account previous
work experiences and context and responsibilities of the offered
position. Complete insurance, accommodation and flights are covered as
well as possibility of children allocations.
How to apply:
We accept candidates at all times. To submit your application, please apply on our website www.actionagainsthunger.ca/jobs
If you are not a Canadian citizen or resident, you can visit other website in the ACF International network: www.actioncontrelafaim.org, www.actionagainsthunger.org, www.accioncontraelhambre.org
Please note that during the selection process, we might send your CV to another branch of ACF.
If you are not a Canadian citizen or resident, you can visit other website in the ACF International network: www.actioncontrelafaim.org, www.actionagainsthunger.org, www.accioncontraelhambre.org
Please note that during the selection process, we might send your CV to another branch of ACF.