ActionAid International Burundi (AAIB) based in Bujumbura is looking for a committed and inspirational professional with a passion for social justice poverty eradication and gender equality. The desired candidate will have demonstrated experience in successfully leading and managing a development programme coupled with an extensive track record in fundraising and grants management.

The organization

(AAIB) was established in Burundi for about 45 years, implementing integrated programmes on Women’s rights, Youth empowerment, Humanitarian response, Resilience building, Food Security and Education through a long-term programming in Local Rights Programmes (LRPs) in Ruyigi, Rutana and Karusi Provinces which are linked to national level engagements in Bujumbura Marie.

Job Description

Purpose of the position

The Programmes and Business Development Specialist is a Senior Management Position. The position holder is expected to ensure organizational efficiency and effectiveness through participation in decision making processes. S/he will take overall leadership in partnership development and nurturing, resource mobilization as well as provide guidance in the development and implementation of the AAIB country strategy paper.

Major Responsibilities

Qualification & Experience

• • The ideal candidate should have minimum MBA degree or degree in social sciences, development studies, Project Management, or other related disciplines with at least 5 years of programme management and fundraising experience in a progressive development organization.
• • Extensive and demonstrative track record of developing and leading a funding strategy and developing external partnerships with a wide range of international institutional donors/ foundations, and philanthropists.
• • An innovative and strategic thinker with up-to-date knowledge of Human rights-based approach methodologies and techniques including demonstrated expertise in leading Humanitarian and Women’s Rights programming/
• • Significant grant and project management experience, including a sound understanding of donor compliance requirements.
• • Proven ability to lead and develop the capacities of multi‐ disciplinary professional teams, including connecting policy &programmes, funding, and communications efforts across an organization.
• • Sound awareness of the political and socio-economic environment in Burundi and EAC sub-region is desirable.
• • A feminist leader with a strong commitment to promoting ActionAid’s safeguarding policies.
• • A strong oral and written skill in English and French is required.

Policy on Sexual Harassment, Exploitation and Abuse (SHEA) and Safeguarding

ActionAid is committed to preventing any type of unwanted behaviour at work including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity and financial misconduct. We are also committed to preventing and responding to any form of sexual harassment, exploitation and child abuse and abuse of adults at-risk, whether carried out by staff/representatives or resulting from our work. ActionAid expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment through our code of conduct. We place a high priority on ensuring that only those who share and demonstrate our values are recruited to work for us.

How to Apply

Interested individuals can apply by submitting an updated CV and a motivation letter enclosed in a clearly marked envelope with the caption Application for the position of Programmes and Business Development Specialist to The Country Director, ActionAid International Head Office, Rohero 1, Avenue d’ Italie, No 16, Bujumbura. Online submissions can be sent: Recruitment.Burundi@actionaid.org Deadline for all applications close of business Friday 24th April 2021. Only shorted candidates will be notified. An attractive compensation package will be offered to the successful candidate, suitably qualified Burundians, especially women are encouraged to apply. Detailed Job Description is available on request