The position is to be filled as soon as possible, with an initial contract duration of one year. There are good prospects for an extension. Employment location will be Kita, Mali.
Welthungerhilfe (WHH) has been active in Mali since 1968, with a regional office in Bamako since 1999. WHH works with vulnerable communities affected by hunger in Kayes, Kita, Segou, Mopti, Gao and Timbuktu to improve their food and nutritional security in a sustainable manner. Our interventions focus on humanitarian aid, food and nutrition security, agriculture and economic development with a holistic approach. We develop integrated multi-sector programs that accelerate the transition to an inclusive and sustainable food system in our regions of intervention.
Since 2012, with an increase in conflicts and violence, the number of people in need in Mali has increased rapidly. The humanitarian situation remains worrying with the juxtaposition of conflicts, multiform insecurity and severe climate effects (floods and droughts).
As Area Manager, you will implement and manage programs and projects in the Southern Regions of Mali. Welthungerhilfe is currently planning the expansion and consolidation of its activities to the southern region of the country. As Area Manager you will be based in Kita with frequent trips to Kayes and will have the responsibility to oversee, develop and manage WHH programs as well as human resources, finance, logistics, administration, security, and representation functions. In fulfilling your responsibilities, including budget holding, you will closely work with national and international Head of Projects, the Head of Programs, the Head of Finance, the Head of Operations, the Humanitarian Access and Security Advisor and the Humanitarian Coordinator to ensure that the projects are carried out in line with WHH policies and procedures. Additionally, you will ensure effective representation of WHH to local authorities, NGOs and other relevant stakeholders in the region.
We offer you the opportunity to work in a responsible and interesting field as part of an extremely dedicated team. Welthungerhilfe attaches great importance to the personal and professional development of its employees and the balance of their work and private life. Remuneration is based on our gender-independent salary scale. In addition, Welthungerhilfe offers numerous other benefits, which are listed under “Our benefits”.
*Welthungerhilfe values diversity and ensures an inclusive, non-discriminatory working environment. We welcome applications from suitably qualified people from all sections of the community.