Senior Country Representative, Overseas Operations (South Sudan)

The Carter Center, a renowned non-profit organization based in Atlanta, Georgia, is seeking a dedicated and experienced Senior Country Representative (SCR) for its operations in South Sudan. The SCR will work closely with the Vice President of Overseas Operations and Program Directors to support various programs including Guinea Worm Eradication, Trachoma Control, River Blindness Elimination, and Lymphatic Filariasis programs. This role involves strategic planning, program implementation, budgeting, and ensuring that TCC's interests are well-represented and managed in South Sudan. The SCR will collaborate with national and international stakeholders such as the Ministry of Health, UN organizations, donors, NGOs, and others to advance program goals effectively.

As the SCR for South Sudan, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of program operations within the country. This includes developing policies specific to South Sudan, liaising with governmental agencies and NGOs, managing budgets, negotiating contracts with vendors/consultants, conducting research on program-related topics, and providing leadership to locally recruited personnel. Additionally, you will be tasked with maintaining necessary records and reports while ensuring compliance with organizational standards. The ideal candidate should possess a bachelor's degree related to the program area along with at least seven years of relevant experience.

Candidates with a master's degree in public health or related fields are preferred. Experience working on Neglected Tropical Diseases like Guinea worm or Trachoma is highly desirable. Previous NGO or CSO experience would be beneficial for this role. Strong leadership skills coupled with strategic planning abilities are essential to effectively manage diverse teams across multiple projects/programs in high-pressure situations. If you have experience working in Sub-Saharan Africa or complex operational environments and possess excellent problem-solving skills along with a track record of successful security management for country offices - we encourage you to apply.

Join us at The Carter Center as we strive to make a lasting impact on global health initiatives in South Sudan through your expertise and dedication as our Senior Country Representative. This position offers an exciting opportunity for individuals looking to take their career to the next level by contributing meaningfully to international development efforts while making a difference in communities affected by neglected tropical diseases. Apply now if you are ready to lead our operations effectively towards achieving our organizational objectives.

• Seven years of related experience
• Experience working in Sub-Saharan Africa and complex operational environments
• Experience collaborating with government agencies, donors, diplomats
• Bachelor's degree in a field related to the program area
• Master’s degree in public health, public administration, operations, or development
• Experience with Neglected Tropical Diseases such as Guinea worm, Trachoma, River Blindness or Lymphatic Filariasis

• Directs strategic planning, development, and implementation of program initiatives
• Ensures that the interests of the program are properly represented and managed
• Collaborates and develops relationships with representatives of other organizations to achieve program goals
• Plans, administers and monitors the program budget

• Strategic planning skills
• Leadership skills
• Data management skills
• Security procedures management skills
• Problem-solving skills

Seniority Level: Senior Level

• (Middle Management, Executive Level, Early Career, Late Career)

Job Functions: Operations

• Strategic Planning
• Program Management

Industries : Healthcare

• International Development
• Humanitarian Services