Job Vacancy - International Co-ordinator, The Netherlands
Dear Friends of the HumanDHS network
Please find below details on a position of International Coordinator at the International Fellowship of Reconciliation. The Netherlands
Kind regards
Brian Ward
International Fellowship of Reconciliation
INTERNATIONAL COORDINATOR
Job Description
Title: International Coordinator
Location: IFOR Secretariat, Alkmaar, the Netherlands
Starting Date: late 2007
Annual Salary Range: IFOR scale 10 (€24612 to €42000) starting point based on on experience
Summary
The International Coordinator enables the IFOR International Committee to fulfil its functions as a decision-making body and implements strategic planning and the accomplishment of organizational objectives. The Coordinator oversees organizational and financial management. She/he takes direction from the decisions made by the IFOR Council and International Committee and carries out their mandates.
The International Coordinator is supervised by and accountable to the IFOR International Committee and to the IFOR Foundation in the Netherlands. The International Coordinator is employed by the IFOR Stichting, which has ultimate authority.
The Role of the International Secretariat
The primary role of the Secretariat, under the direction of the membership through the Council meeting and the International Committee and supervised by the IFOR Stichting, is to support and develop the life and work of the membership of IFOR. The International Secretariat also includes the Women Peacemakers Program receiving MSF funding from the Dutch government. Within the International Secretariat the International Coordinator is the final responsible person to this program.
Responsibilities and Functions
Responsibilities fall into six areas: Communication, Representation, Support for IFOR Structures (including any programmes), Finances and Fund Raising, Personnel Management and Office Management.
1. Communication
a. Facilitates communication within the movement
b. Coordinates communication activities from the Secretariat to the IFOR network of Branches, Groups, and Affiliates and individual members, including publications, electronic media, and personal visits by IFOR staff.
2. Representation
a. Promotes and ensures the representation of IFOR at a range of international forums, especially the United Nations and faith communities
b. Ensures the representation of the IFOR secretariat and/or International Committee in the activities and programmes of IFOR branches as desired.
c. Ensures IFOR participation in international events and activities where an IFOR presence is deemed useful/appropriate
d. Facilitates the evolution of written or oral statements on behalf of the world wide network of the IFOR and, in consultation with the President, making or endorsing such statements.
e. ensuring effective IFOR collaboration with partner organisations (War Resisters International, International Peace Bureau etc) and other relevant peace and faith based organisations.
The post holder is expected, in consultation with the International Committee, to carry out some of the above tasks personally.
3. Finances and Fund Raising
a. Takes responsibility, with the Treasurer, for the recommendation of budgets and reports for International Committee approval and for the management of resources within budget guidelines.
b. Oversees fund raising planning and implementation, including the research and identification of resources, preparation of fundraising materials, approaches to funders, and administration of fundraising records and reports.
4. Support for IFOR Structures
a. Supports the operations and administration of the International Committee, which includes advising and informing International Committee members and acting as liaison between the International Committee and staff.
b. Supports the operations and administration of the Stichting and the Executive Committee and other committees as necessary.
c. Ensures, with the Stichting, that IFOR meets its legal responsibilities as an employer, such as health and safety.
d. Ensures, with the Stichting, that IFOR meets its statutory responsibilities as a legal body operating in the Netherlands.
e. Implements Council and International Committee decisions on programme areas, including support for IFOR programmes and ensuring their evaluation.
f. Facilitates strategic planning and the implementation of chosen strategies.
g. is responsible for ensuring the structural development of IFOR through, among other tasks:
i/ supporting and nurturing the network of IFOR branches, affiliates and groups around the world, including the development of activities and programmes appropriate to the strengthening of the network.
ii/ establishing links with potential IFOR members and individual IFOR members and mobilising support for potential and new IFOR BGAs.
iii/ maintaining appropriate documentation on present and potential IFOR members
iv/ supporting and developing IFOR structures such as regional networks and working groups.
5. Personnel Management
a. Acts as line manager for IFOR staff.
b. Works in liaison with the Personnel Committee on staff matters
6. Office Management
a. Supervises the day-to-day functioning of the Secretariat, providing leadership and guidance to staff and volunteers.
b. Assesses the information technology needs of the Secretariat and develops appropriate solutions.
7. Other duties
The International Coordinator may be called on to perform other duties as required by and in consultation with the International Committee.
Requirements
Belief in and personal commitment to IFOR values and principles, which include spirituality, non-violence, gender equality and human dignity. Awareness of world affairs.
Ability and willingness to travel and work irregular hours.
Ability to work at a high level in English (spoken and written) and to speak French fluently.
Ability to analyse complex situations and make strategic decisions.
Ability to work multi-cultural and inter-faith context.
Ability to apply the gender policy.
Active listening skills and ability to resolve conflicts.
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Experience (at least 3 to 5 years) in non-profit administration and non-profit leadership, and working with boards and committees.
Experience in working with geographically dispersed and culturally diverse groups and individuals.
Knowledge of and experience in financial administration and budgeting, personnel management (including conflict resolution), organizational development, program planning, evaluation, and implementation, and information technology.
Willingness to learn Dutch is not required but desirable.
If you meet these requirements please apply immediately.
Please send your application consisting of your CV, a cover letter, and names or letters of reference to jobs[@]ifor.org.
The deadline for application is 22nd July, 2007. For more information about our work please visit www.ifor.org and www.ifor.org/WPP. Only short listed candidates will be contacted (no calls or email inquiries, please). Interviews will be held in Alkmaar, the Netherlands September 10th and 11th 2007. The starting time for the Job will be late 2007. Salary is commensurate with experience.
IFOR offers a smoke-free work environment.