The Carter Center: Country Representative, Overseas Operations

Job Description

The Country Representative (CR) is the highest-ranking Carter Center person and representative in Angola and oversees the technical, programmatic, administration, financial, and operations of its Angola-based program, the Guinea Worm Eradication Program. This position is based in Luanda and Cunene with travel to other parts of Angola. As the senior representative of The Carter Center in Angola, (s)he maintains collaborative relationships with government officials, representatives of international organizations, donors, and partner organizations. The CR leads and supervises technical and programmatic outputs, impacts and goals; all personnel; and manages financial, administrative, logistical, and operations of the country office, while simultaneously working with Atlanta staff, country office staff, consultants, and external experts to achieve the programs’ goals. (S)he is accountable for ensuring the effective administration, operations, and program performance of Carter Center activities in Angola. The Country Representative in Angola reports to the Vice President, Overseas Operations. Due to travel requirements, Hostile Environment Awareness Training (HEAT) may be required.

FORMAL JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Serves as a representative in the country of assignment.
• Directs and manages the implementation of program initiatives in the designated country, including development of program policies and procedures.
• Works closely with the host country’s governmental agencies, as applicable, as well as other non-governmental organizations.
• Responsible for managing the program objectives in the assigned country, and may supervise local staff. Collaborates and develops relationships with representatives of other organizations to achieve program goals.
• Directs contract negotiations with vendors/consultants in the country of assignment.
• Researches, writes and presents program-related speeches.
• Oversees required record-keeping and the preparation of operational, statistical and briefing reports.
• Provides leadership and overall management to locally recruited personnel in the country of assignment.
• Performs other related duties as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• A bachelor’s degree in a field related to the program area. Five years of related experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Portuguese are required.
• Master’s degree in a field relevant to operations, health, or other development-related field and seven to ten years of progressively responsible experience, including five years’ experience managing country office programs, administration, operations, and personnel (or equivalent combination of experience, education, and training).
• Experience with programs related to public health, development, local capacity building, and knowledge of Portuguese or the southern Africa region is an advantage.
• Demonstrated experience managing security issues.
• Advanced financial and human resource management skills.
• Strong analysis, including monitoring and evaluation, problem solving, prioritization, and risk-management skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills, cross-cultural understanding, and the ability to lead and motivate diverse, multi-disciplinary, geographically remote teams.
• Demonstrated experience in team building, conflict resolution, ensuring participation, promoting mutual respect and active listening.
• Experience working with donors, government officials, international organizations, non-governmental organizations, and community-based organizations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 and other technology.
• Strong organizational skills along with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet tight deadlines.

NOTE: This role will be granted the opportunity to work from home regularly but must be able to commute to The Carter Center on a flexible weekly schedule based upon business needs.  Schedule is based on agreed upon guidelines.  All non-exempts employees must reside within the State of Georgia. The Carter Center reserves the right to change remote work status with notice to employee.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer.

About the Organization

The Carter Center is a 501(c)(3), not-for-profit, nongovernmental organization founded in 1982 in Atlanta, GA, by former U.S. President Jimmy Carter and his wife, Rosalynn, in partnership with Emory University. The Center has helped to improve millions of lives in more than 80 countries by waging peace, fighting disease, and building hope. The Carter Center is guided by a fundamental commitment to human rights and the alleviation of human suffering. It seeks to prevent and resolve conflicts, enhance freedom and democracy, and improve health.

The Carter Center collaborates with other organizations, public and private, in carrying out its mission around the world. Current information about the Center’s many programs and activities are available at The Carter Center.