The Opportunity
Save the Children International has an exciting opportunity for you to join our team as the Partnerships Advisor - Localisation Initiative inCentre -London, UK or any existing Save the Children International Regional or Country office worldwide.
Role Purpose:
In line with the organisation’s Theory of Change, the Grand Bargain and principles of localisation, the Localisation Initiative has devised an ambitious, multi-year, transformational plan that will see us – and the wider sector - deliver more, better, and fairer impact through context-responsive, locally-designed, locally-led and locally–owned initiatives. The plan will do this by addressing fundamental challenges in the way current aid is delivered to enable and facilitate local actors’ own access to global resources for maximum impact for all– on their own terms.
The Partnerships Advisor will play a critical role in the delivery of the Localisation Initiative in all contexts by transforming the approach to partnerships to shift power to children, communities and local actors. The Partnerships Adviser will lead one of the workstreams of the Localisation Initiative to drive localisation and partnerships, and will provide substantive inputs into all workstreams. The Partnerships Adviser will be responsible for delivering new tools and guidance (and/or substantial revisions) so that the overall partnership framework (policies, guidance etc.) is fit for purpose and applied in practice in line with the organisational localisation strategy, Partnership Standards, principles and risk appetite in all contexts.
The Adviser will work with colleagues across the movement to support knowledge management, sharing of best practices and learning on partnership activities and innovations that advance localisation.
In the event of a major event, deadline, incident or risk related to partnership work, the role holder may be expected to work outside the normal job description and be able to vary working hours accordingly.
EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS
- Significant senior experience working with rights-based approaches and or relevant thematic areas such as, but not limited to, partnerships, focusing on partnership management and or organisational capacity strengthening of civil society organisations and/or partnering with national and local actors in development and humanitarian contexts and localisation.
- Significant project or programme management experience in a large and complex international NGO or equivalent organisation.
- Proven ability to manage and influence a complex group of stakeholders, ensuring buy-in to a shared vision and project.
- Familiar with partnership management, partnership principles, participatory approaches and the localisation agenda.
- Strong analytical and communication skills and ability to summarize extensive and complex information.
- Significant training, facilitation and capacity building skills
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office and business intelligence/reporting/monitoring systems.
- Good attention to detail, able to work independently and use initiative.
- Proficiency in English (verbally and in writing).
- Commitment to the mission, vision and values of Save the Children.
We can offer circa £43,700 per annum (If based in UK) with an option of flexible working hours. If the role is based outside of the UK, National T&C (including pay) will apply.
This role can be based in London or any existing Save the Children International Regional or Country office location on approval, provided the successful candidate has proof of eligibility to work from the preferred location.
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The Organisation
We employ approximately 25,000 people across the globe and work on the ground in over 100 countries to help children affected by crises, or those that need better healthcare, education and child protection. We also campaign and advocate at the highest levels to realise the right of children and to ensure their voices are heard.
We are working towards three breakthroughs in how the world treats children by 2030:
- No child dies from preventable causes before their 5th birthday
- All children learn from a quality basic education and that,
- Violence against children is no longer tolerated
We know that great people make a great organization, and that our employees play a crucial role in helping us achieve our ambitions for children. We value our people and offer a meaningful and rewarding career, along with a collaborative and inclusive environment where ambition, creativity, and integrity are highly valued.
Application Information:
Please attach a copy of your CV and cover letter with your application, and include details of your salary expectations.
We need to keep children safe so our selection process, which includes rigorous background checks, reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse.
All employees are expected to carry out their duties in accordance with our global anti-harassment policy.
Save the Children does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process.