Director of Programmes
Competitive salary plus excellent benefits
Fixed Term Contract, initially three years
IPPF is the strongest global voice safeguarding sexual and reproductive health and rights for people everywhere. IPPF has Member Associations (MAs) in 182 countries worldwide with 44 MAs in Sub-Saharan Africa forming the Africa Region.
Together with a team of skilled professionals the Programmes Director will take the lead role in developing, coordinating and managing technical Programme support to our Member Associations in line with the IPPF Strategic Framework. The Director will report to the Regional Director, and build strategic alliances with key stakeholders and promote the image and visibility of IPPFARs programmes.
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The ideal candidate from sub-Saharan Africa must have at least 10 years experience in both international health or development and managing a team of skilled professionals within Africa; you must have a relevant post- graduate degree and a keen grasp of sexual and reproductive health and rights in Africa. Sound cultural and political sensitivity along with excellent communication skills – verbal and written are essential. Fluency in English and French is essential. Knowledge of Portuguese would be advantage.
For further information and an application form, see our website
Home or contact Human Resources, P.O. Box 30234- 00100 Nairobi, Kenya. Tel. (00 254) 20 2712672 or email
hroffice@ippfaro.org
Closing date: 21st November 2008.