COUNTRY DIRECTOR - UKRAINE

About : Action contre la FaimCreated in 1979, Action contre la Faim is a non-governmental organization that fights against hunger. Its charter of humanitarian principals- independence, neutrality, non-discrimination, free and direct access to victims, professionalism, transparency - has been part of its identity for 45 years. Its mission is to save lives by eliminating hunger through the prevention, detection and treatment of under-nutrition, particularly during and after emergency situations linked to conflicts or natural disasters. Action contre la Faim focuses its actions on 7 main areas of expertise: Nutrition and Health - Mental Health, Psychosocial Support - Food Security and Livelihoods - Water, Sanitation and Hygiene - Advocacy - Climate - Research. In 2024, Action contre la Faim provided aid to more than 26 million people in 57 countries worldwide. www.actioncontrelafaim.orgMission :As Country Director, you will be responsible for implementing a sound and relevant delegation system (with appropriate control mechanisms), which will allow you to be accountable for all the following responsibilities:Ensure strategic and operational planning and organizational performanceOversee the development of a high-quality strategic plan through inclusive and participatory processes, monitor implementation, and ensure stakeholders understand the strategic approachLead the preparation, updating, and implementation of the country strategy, ensuring alignment with the ACF vision and missionLead programming, working with the Programme CoordinatorReview the impact of ACF's programmes and integrate lessons learnt into the Country StrategyPut in place appropriate programme oversight processes and tools to ensure that programmes are implemented on time and budget and that programmatic risks are identified and mitigatedEnsure regular donor engagement during programme implementationReview proposals and ensure high quality and competitive proposals that align with donor priorities and requirementsOversee the coordination of proposal development to ensure that relevant people in country and in HQ are engaged on proposal designEnsure appropriate assessments are conducted to inform and support proposal designIdentify and and review funding opportunities and take go/no go decisionsMaintain and develop external relations and partnershipsSupport coalitions and networks, ensure cordial media relations and act as an ACF spokesperson when necessaryGuarantee securityEnsure the mission has robust security plans in place and adheres to security guidelines and proceduresProvide teams and Human Resources management Oversee Finance and Logistics departmentsManage Human ResourcesManage Finance and LogisticWork relationships with HQStarting date : 01/06/2026Profile :You hold a university degree in the field of international relations, business administration or management.You have at least 4 years in similar management positions in humanitarian aid, including an experience with Action contre la Faim or international NGOs.You have experience in coaching of teams and change management.You have already been on mission in Ukraine.You are particularly skilled in strategic vision, leadership, networking, management and development of staff, and communication and advocacy.You speak and write French and English fluently. Knowledge of Ukrainian or Russian is a great asset.Conditions d'emploiFixed term contract under French legislation: 9 months until 01/03/2027Monthly gross salary from 3572 to 4128euros upon experience, including 13th monthReimbursement of the pension insurance for non-French citizens: 16% of the gross monthly salaryAnnual salary increase: 6% increase after and each 12 months of continuous contractMonthly per diem and living allowance: 504euros net, field paidMonthly country allowance: 450eurosCold allowance: Reimbursement for the purchase of winter equipment for a maximum of 380euros per person per year in severe cold contextsChild allowance: 1500euros per year per child present in the country of origin (maximum 6000euros/year)Transportation and accommodation: Coverage of transportation costs and guest houseMedical coverage: ACF covers 100% of the health and repatriation insurance agreement fees, for your medical expenses (as well as your dependents if you have a family post), and up to 1 month after the end of your contract.Salary sustainment measures (sickness, paternity, maternity)Leaves and RnR: 25 days of paid leaves per year, 20 RnR per year, airfare reimbursement with a ceiling to get to the chosen break destination, and 215 euros for each RnR periodAccompaniment and trainings:Follow-up and support for career developmentFree and unlimited access to the e-learning platform TalentsoftField tripsACF is committed to people with disabilities and actively fights against all forms of discrimination.HOW TO APPLYPour postuler, cliquez sur ce lien / To apply, please click on this following link : apply here