Consortium Director

Job Title: Consortium Director Reports to: Country Director Terms: Two-year, full time, accompanied position based in Nairobi, Kenya Salary: OS6 / €55,675 - €61,860 Requirements: 30% travel to Somalia and elsewhere About Concern: Established in 1968, Concern is a non-profit, non-governmental humanitarian organisation, dedicated to the reduction of suffering and the ultimate elimination of extreme poverty in the world’s poorest countries. Concern’s vision, our mission and our work are all defined by one goal – ending extreme poverty, whatever it takes. Concern strives for a world free from poverty, fear and oppression. Our culture is values driven and we believe that our people are central to all that we do and are key to delivering on our goal of Reaching the Furthest Behind First. We are committed to ensuring a workplace where everybody feels valued and are enabled to succeed in their work and contribute to delivering on our mission. Concern leads the Somali Cash Consortium (SCC), a collaborative initiative of humanitarian organisations working to deliver cash-based transfers to vulnerable households. Under Concern’s leadership, the SCC brings together Implementing Partners (IPs) including Save the Children International (SCI), ACTED, COOPI, Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC), Danish Refugee Council (DRC), Action Against Hunger (ACF), and IMPACT Initiatives. The SCC supports both emergency and long-term social safety net programmes, including multipurpose cash transfers (MPC) that allow beneficiaries to meet their most pressing needs while supporting local markets. The Consortium has set out both short term and longer-term goals with regard to the added value it can bring to the wider cash delivery agenda. Since 2020, the Consortium has been implementing social transfer programmes in partnership with the Ministry of Labour and Social Affairs (MoLSA), aligning with government systems to improve targeting of particularly vulnerable groups. Role Purpose: This position demands a dynamic individual with demonstrable ability to achieve results in a demanding and fast-paced environment. The Consortium Director will be responsible for providing overall vision, leadership, and direction of the Somali Cash Consortium in close coordination with the donors, consortium members and other partners. S/he will drive innovative practice, overseeing the consortium’s technical matters and drive for added value, aligned with global best practice and adapted appropriately to Somalia context. S/he must be effective working with senior government officials, influencing donors and government policy and strategy, based on new evidence or technical developments. S/he will ensure that all elements of the Somali Cash Consortium will coordinate effectively to deliver the commitments of the consortium in an efficient, effective and economical manner. Responsibilities: Provide leadership, management and clear strategic direction of the consortium Manage, supervise and support all staff employed in the Consortium Management Unit (CMU) and ensure that the team fulfil their responsibilities; Coordinate and supervise the recruitment of CMU staff Lead the development and maintenance of a coherent consortium strategy and strong partnership ethos Protect and promote the vision, mission and interests of Concern Worldwide and the consortium with external audiences, representing the consortium with donor(s) and government authorities, and relevant stakeholders Establish, maintain and coordinate successful relationships with numerous stakeholders and actors (UN, NGOs) intervening in a similar sector Provide regular and open/transparent communication between consortium partners through secretariat support to the consortium steering committee Lead resource mobilization for the Consortium in collaboration with CMU team and with Consortium partners Represent and negotiate on behalf of the consortium on any contractual or obligatory issues Oversee efficient use of resources and achievement of results Ensure sound financial Management and compliance with Concern and donors’ rules Ensure that members are fully abreast, committed to and engaged with the agreed processes and governance and objectives of the consortium Provide technical leadership for program activities including conceptualizing, designing, implementing and monitoring innovative, cutting-edge programming activities creating opportunities for experience sharing and learning to support the achievement of outcomes and impact Lead the drafting and dissemination of position papers, statements, reports and releases on the consortium’s engagements including formal presentations, engaging key stakeholders Identify opportunities for increased impact/ added value of consortium approach, influencing sectoral actors based on evidence and generating additional funding sources to expand the potential of the programme Conduct regular programme visits to ensure the Consortium Members have a thorough understanding of all aspects of the programmes to ensure accurate representation of the Consortium Ensure consortium members are delivering quality and harmonised programming aligned with agreed timelines and objectives and ensure members implement accountability activities agreed by Consortium members and tracking progress against the consortium accountability framework Lead Consortium Steering Committee and ensure quality Programme Management and M&E meetings regularly take place Frequent travel to programme locations across Somalia as required for trainings, monitoring and coordination All managers are responsible for upholding and promoting Concern’s values, demonstrating leadership on workplace equality, diversity and inclusion, and role modelling a positive safeguarding ethos. All managers are required to actively participate in any emergency response as and when required. All managers are required to actively participate and contribute as necessary towards Concern’s emergency response as and when required. Any other duties as assigned by your manager Role Holder Requirements: Essential: Appropriate qualification at Master’s degree level in development related field. A background in cash-based programming experience, working in Somalia context is a distinct advantage 8-10 years relevant experience (5 years spent in consortia settings), with at least 3 years at senior management level. Experience acting in a technical leadership role within cash/emergency/resilience sector Experience of working with major international donors, particularly ECHO and EU Strong experience of financial management and donor compliance rules and processes, particularly EU and ECHO Strong influencing, analytical, interpersonal, communication and organisation skills Strong coordination skills specifically with the ability to effectively coordinate among consortium members Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with senior representatives of donors, INGO and Government structures and to represent the consortium at national or international level Experience in the design and use of monitoring and evaluation systems Demonstrable understanding of Accountability in practical application; ideally familiar with the Core Humanitarian Standard (CHS) Working knowledge of GDPR/Data Protection minimum standards Willing to travel to programme areas within Somalia Desirable: A grants and systems management background A recognised professional qualification in accountancy Demonstrable experience leading communications strategies CaLP (Cash Learning Partnership) level 1 and/or 2 certification To apply: CVs should be submitted through our website at https://jobs.concern.net by the closing date. Due to the urgency of this position, applications will be shortlisted on a regular basis and we may offer posts before the closing date. If you have any concerns about our recruitment process and need particular assistance - for example if you have a visual impairment or are neurodivergent - please let us know and we will do our best to accommodate you.

To apply: Please make sure you include your Cover Letter and CV. All applications should be submitted through our website at [https://jobs.concern.net](https://jobs.concern.net/) by the closing date. Due to the urgency of this position, applications will be shortlisted on a regular basis and we may offer posts before the closing date. The closing date is subject to change, due to role demands/requirements. If you have any concerns about our recruitment process and need particular assistance - for example if you have a visual impairment or are neurodivergent - please let us know and we will do our best to accommodate you.