Your role
Develop the long-term strategy and thematic orientation of the country program, in close collaboration with the country team
Manage Project and Program cycles, including planning, budgeting, monitoring, reporting, log-frame development, and project documentation
Proactively review, and support the management and coordination of humanitarian and security activities in support of the effective implementation and safety of the local SolidarMed health programmes
Oversee and coordinate the implementation of key projects, and actively supervise and track the yearly plan of operations and budget execution
In close collaboration with the country team, develop proposals for new projects and identify new funding opportunities
Actively manage relationships and communications with key donors and partner organisations
Assume human resource management and recruitment, financial management, and program and organisational administration, in cooperation with the SolidarMed Finances & Services team
As an active member of our International Programmes Team, you contribute to other new project developments, evaluation reviews, and knowledge management
Contribute to the development of our organisational capabilities
You are active in national and international networking events and participate in relevant conferences as a representative of SolidarMed
Yearly program-related international travel (approximately 3 weeks per year)
What we are looking for
A passionate, results-oriented team player with relevant experience and expertise, and a proven ability to deliver in a fast-paced international environment. A development professional who desires an exciting, meaningful challenge, who is eager to join a diverse, professional, and uncomplicated team.
You offer the following
Masters-level degree or higher in a health-related or development-related field
Proven competencies in health/public health and humanitarian/development issues in low-resource settings
Experience in the implementation of projects/programs in fragile and humanitarian contexts
At least four years hands-on project management experience in South-eastern Africa
Strong leadership skills, and a proven track record in supporting teams to efficiently deliver on short- and long-term deliverables
Strong analytical, as well as excellent planning and organisational skills; ability to work in a dynamic environment, meet deadlines, and manage multiple demands
Experience, and strong competencies, in reviewing and writing convincing technical proposals and project reports for institutional donors and institutional knowledge management
Fluency in English and conversant in German
Conversant in Portuguese, or competencies in either Spanish, Italian or French, with the willingness to quickly learn Portuguese is essential
Swiss or EU National (or an existing, valid work permit for Switzerland)
We offer
An attractive benefit package, professional development opportunities and stimulating linkages with competence networks
Existing links with international research institutions, possibilities to participate in research, and contribute to scientific publications
Starting date
As soon as possible, according to availability
How to apply
Please upload your complete application to our recruiting platform here and include
your CV
a cover letter outlining your motivation and how you meet the requirements
copies of your qualifications
Due to the high volume of applications, SolidarMed will only contact shortlisted candidates.
Deadline for applications
February 16th, 2025
We look forward to your application!