Network Development Manager - Job Description [25 July 2017 FINAL] Introduction: GNDR was established in 2007 as a voluntary network of civil society organisations who are committed to working together and with other stakeholders to increase community resilience and reduce disaster risk around the world. The network is growing and currently has approximately 850 member organisations in over 140 countries across virtually every geographical region of the world. Our Vision A vibrant, active, collaborative civil society supporting people and their communities, particularly poor and vulnerable groups, to prepare for, mitigate, respond to and recover from disasters and adapt to extreme hazards, shocks and disturbances in a changing climate. Strategic Objectives GNDR s Stronger Together strategy 2016-2020 has three mutually reinforcing objectives: 1. Increase the impact of civil society in influencing policies and practices at local, national, national and international levels 2. Enhance the collaboration capabilities of civil society and cooperation with other stakeholders 3. Strengthen the creation, analysis and sharing of knowledge, information and practices Main purpose of the role: The Network Development Manager is a senior member of the GNDR Secretariat which serves the wider membership through a global hub office in London, UK and regional hubs in Africa, Asia and Latin America. Towards the realisation of GNDR s strategy Stronger Together, the Network Development role encompasses a range of tasks and responsibilities designed to strengthen GNDR s internal operational and governance capacities, including general support to GNDR regional hubs, together with support to new and existing civil society networks and platforms to improve their collaborative capabilities at national and regional levels. Position in Organisation: Part of the GNDR Secretariat senior management team The position is line managed by the Executive Director Responsibilities for the management, supervision and guidance of Regional Development Coordinators Works in close collaboration with Secretariat staff, Global Board, Regional Advisory Groups and wider GNDR membership Active participant in relevant cross-team working groups Based in London office with strong linkages with the regions 1
Overall Scope of the Role: 1. Operational Capacities 2. Corporate Governance 3. Network development 4. Membership Management 5. Partnerships and Alliances 6. Events and conferences Specific Duties: 1. Operational Capacities Strengthen GNDR operational and administrative capacities, particularly the skills and capacities of regional hubs, to improve collaboration within and across regions and facilitation of GNDR programmes and activities undertaken by members Support the planning of regional workshops, trainings and events to support the outworking of GNDR objectives Assist in the development of materials and training resources to enhance the capacities of GNDR hubs In conjunction with the Communications Coordinator, support the development of regionalised listservs, websites and interactive knowledge / communications portals. Line management of Regional Development Coordinators responsible for the regional coordination and implementation of GNDR strategy, including prioritisation of team members tasks and activities Establish and maintain healthy relationships and two-way communications with global and regional-based Secretariat staff, programme partners and donors. Assist in the development, implementation, monitoring and reporting of regional operational plans, activities and associated budgets Oversee hosting arrangements for regional offices, including MOUs, budgets and contractual arrangements Active participant in relevant internal cross-team working groups Ensure London-based staff are kept informed of regional developments, opportunities and challenges Oversee legal registration in regional hub host countries 2. Corporate Governance Establish and maintain good working relationships with GNDR regionally-appointed Global Board members Work with Board members to strengthen and enhance representative governance structures and processes at global, regional and national levels Oversight and support for the establishment of functioning Regional Advisory Groups in close consultation with the Global Board and wider membership Contribute to the preparation and dissemination of periodic regional updates, briefing notes and progress reports relevant to the regional context 2
3. Network Development Manage the mapping of regional state and non-state stakeholders networks, platforms and associations Manage the undertaking of needs / capacity assessments of GNDR members and relevant regional / national civil society networks, associations and alliances Manage GNDR s collaborative capacity strengthening of members, including regional / national DRR networking capacities (strategy; leadership / management; governance; communications; resource mobilisation; membership services; knowledge management; etc ), particularly in countries / regions with under-development infrastructure Support the establishment of new regional / national networks and platforms Support regional fundraising efforts by the Fundraising Coordinator and other staff 4. Membership Management and Support In close consultation with the Communications Coordinator, encourage and support interaction and two-way communications across and between regional-based membership and Secretariat / Board Ensure global and regional enquiries from interested parties and applications from potential members are dealt with in a timely and effective manner Support the ongoing improvements to the membership registration and recategorisation processes Assist with the overall development and maintenance of accurate and relevant members regional databases and distribution lists As required, support the development and implementation of a membership subscription systems and associated invoicing / debt management issues 5. Partnerships and Alliances Identify and facilitate collaboration and partnerships with other regional and thematic civil society and other relevant governmental stakeholders, networks, alliances and associations Encourage and support the establishment of strong working relationships with global and regional-based stakeholders and allies, including national and local governments; UN agencies; institutional donors; development banks; academic & research bodies; media; partner organisations. Assist in the positioning of GNDR as a leading resilience / DRR / development network supporting civil society to more effectively engage in issues of disaster prevention, resilience and sustainable development 6. Events and conferences Work with GNDR staff to assist in the general planning, organisation and coordination of major GNDR and stakeholder events, conferences and seminars Encourage members to participate in relevant intergovernmental and nongovernmental workshops / events at global, regional, national level 3
Person Specification External Title: Network Development Manager ATTRIBUTE / SKILLS EDUCATION / QUALIFICATIONS EXPERIENCE SKILLS / ABILITIES PERSONAL QUALITIES ESSENTIAL Appropriate University Degree with an international orientation Proficiency, written and spoken in English and Spanish or French Five years relevant experience in an international context Experience of working in developing countries Experience of project development and management, including reporting on donor-funded projects Experience in the development and coordination of civil society networks Experience of working in a remote office with people of different backgrounds and disciplines Experience in implementing capacity strengthening programmes Strong command of English language plus Spanish and/or French Ability to think, plan, prioritise and organise in a clear and structured way Strong organisational and finance management skills Flexibility and problem solving ability to work in a flexible, dynamic environment Strong team player with good interpersonal skills Strong presentation, communication, facilitation skills Willingness to learn, open to new ways of working Comfortable in cross cultural communications A calm, confident and welcoming manner Good organisational and time management skills Able to take initiative, work under minimal supervision Able to travel extensively, at short notice if required Conscientious, honest, empathy with GNDR values DESIRABLE Academic qualification in international development A post-graduate qualification in project management Understanding and experience of NGO implemented development project in developing countries Understanding of disaster risk reduction / resilience / sustainable development Appreciation of project management tools and frameworks Fluent in other local / regional languages Appreciation of GNDR s values and principles 4
INFORMATION TERMS AND CONDITIONS Only candidates who are currently eligible to reside and work within the UK should apply. POST OF: Network Development Manager Permanent Full Time Contract: Contracts will be offered on a fixed long-term basis, subject to available funding and successful completion of six-month probationary period. START DATE: As soon possible (Positon will be held open until filled) BASED IN: London based (Teddington office) with regular travel to regions OFFICE HOURS: Five days per week: Monday - Friday 35 hour working week between 9.00am 5.00pm with 1 hour for lunch Flexible working hour options will be considered ANNUAL LEAVE - FULL YEAR: 25 days per year + statutory bank hols + additional days at Christmas PENSION SCHEME: For permanent staff over 18 years old GNDR will provide a contribution to a private pension scheme SICK LEAVE SCHEME: Based on length of service - See GNDR HR Policies SALARY RANGE 40000 55000 PA - Annual salary will depend on level of experience NOTE: To apply all applicants must send a covering letter and resume (CV) to info@gndr.org with subject Network Development Manager. Phone / Skype and/or Face-to-Face interviews will be arranged for short-listed candidates on a rolling basis. Only candidates chosen for interviews will be contacted. Position will be held open until filled. 5
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