NGO Platform Director, Ukraine Response

The Humanitarian NGO Platform in Ukraine was established in February 2023 and is currently accepting membership applications from local, national and international NGOs active in the humanitarian response in Ukraine. The Platform is dedicated to serving and facilitating the work of its members to efficiently and effectively address the humanitarian needs of conflict affected people. This is done through advocacy, coordination, information sharing, representation, and external stakeholder engagement.The three strategic pillars of the NGO Platform include Advocacy; Localization; and Coordination at national and subnational level. The Secretariat currently consist of the Director, a Deputy Director, a Policy and Advocacy Advisor, and a Comms and Admin Officer, and is supported by the Steering Committee comprising of five NGOs including the NGO Platform host, Save the Children. The NGO Platform currently has over 130 members.ROLE PURPOSE:The role of the NGO Platform Director is to lead the NGO Platform under the guidance of the Steering Committee. The Director will deliver impact in accordance with General Assembly decisions and the Statutes, will mobilise appropriate resources for the NGO Platform’s work and will ensure robust NGO representation in the various coordination mechanisms. A core focus of the role is the hands-on management of a small Secretariat team, ensuring clarity of priorities, consistent application of internal processes, effective task planning and follow-up, and strong coordination between functions (coordination, advocacy, communications, and sub-national engagement).The Director also represents the NGO Platform and its members in coordination groups and is responsible for building and maintaining good relationships with external stakeholders the UN Humanitarian Coordinator, ECHO and other donors, civil society networks and authorities. The Platform must engage effectively with the Government of Ukraine on access and legal issues that are of collective importance to its Members. The NGO Platform Director fosters the application of Humanitarian Principles and the preservation of humanitarian space.KEY AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY:Generic responsibilities* Ensure effective coordination and communication among NGOs, working groups, donors, UN and other stakeholders. Coordination is one of the key elements of the position. * Represent the NGO Platform externally. * Lead the development, implementation and periodic review of the NGO Platform’s Strategy and annual workplan. * Responsibility to guide the Platform during operational, political or funding shocks affecting NGOs. * Directly manage the NGO Platform Secretariat staff to deliver against responsibilities. * Mobilise and manage financial resources for the NGO Platform’s operations and prepare proposals, budgets and reports, in coordination with Save the Children * Promote active member engagement and ensure that the NGO Platform meets members’ needs. * Localization leadership - promoting meaningful participation of Ukrainian NGOs and equitable engagement between national and international actors. * Report to the Steering Committee and represent the Secretariat in Steering Committee meetings * Manage risk, understand and deliver risk mitigation measures where needed and appropriate. * Ensure compliance and adherence to Save the Children and donors policies, guidance and procedures.Specific responsibilities:* Organize and facilitate monthly Country Directors meetings and the yearly General Assembly meeting. * Sustain a consistent NGO engagement with the response leadership. In that regard the NGO Platform Director should be part of and foster NGOs engagement in the strategic coordination bodies (Humanitarian Country Team-HCT, Inter Cluster Coordination Group-ICCG, Ukraine Humanitarian Fund-UHF, HOC-G, etc.) * In his/her capacity the NGO Platform Director supports the streamlining of the strategic interagency effort towards Protection, AAP and PSEA through an active liaison role with the related working groups (Protection Sector WG, AAP WG, PSEA Task Force). * Lead effective engagement with key national and international external coordination mechanisms and networks (Alliance of Ukrainian CSOs, ISAR Ednannia, ICVA, InterAction etc.) * Work closely with the Steering Committee and support the Chair to prepare SC meetings, share feedback and implement decisions. * Be a focal point/entry point for the UN, donors, Global NGO networks and consortium and possibly for the authorities to reach out to the humanitarian NGO community. * Lead strategic engagement with the Government of Ukraine on access and legislative topics prioritized by Members * Work with NGO Platform members, Steering Committee, and Advocacy & Policy Advisor to develop and formulate common advocacy positions, messaging and strategies; produce high-quality, well-researched policy and position papers.Critical interfacesInterfaces means processes and projects that are interlinked with other departments/units or persons. Relevant interfaces for this position are:* NGO Platform Steering Committee * NGO Platform host agency staff (CD, finance, security, supply chain, HR, IT, fleet) * NGO CDs and other senior personnel. * UN: Humanitarian Coordinator, OCHA, UN Agencies, Funds and/or programs’ representatives * National authorities * Local NGOs and networks * Donors and diplomats * Global NGO foraBEHAVIOURS (Values in Practice)Accountability:* holds self accountable for making decisions, managing resources efficiently, achieving and role modelling Save the Children values * holds the team and partners accountable to deliver on their responsibilities - giving them the freedom to deliver in the best way they see fit, providing the necessary development to improve performance and applying appropriate consequences when results are not achieved.Ambition:* sets ambitious and challenging goals for themselves and their team, takes responsibility for their own personal development and encourages their team to do the same * widely shares their personal vision for Save the Children, engages and motivates others * future orientated, thinks strategically and on a global scale.Collaboration:* builds and maintains effective relationships, with their team, colleagues, Members and external partners and supporters * values diversity, sees it as a source of competitive strength * approachable, good listener, easy to talk to.Creativity:* develops and encourages new and innovative solutions * Willing to take disciplined risks.Integrity:* Honest, encourages openness and transparency; demonstrates highest levels of integrityQUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCEEssential* Minimum 5 years’ experience in a senior management position in a humanitarian/ recovery context * Experience from working in complex and volatile contexts * Experience as a head of mission/country director and/or coordinator of NGO forum * In-depth knowledge of the humanitarian architecture and its systems. * Demonstrated representational experience with donors and diplomatic missions; demonstrated skills in tact and diplomacy * Effective team, operational and budget management skills * Knowledge and experience of coordination and advocacy efforts * Proven ability to work autonomously under pressure and be flexible, including ability to cope with deadlines, multiple tasks, and competing and changing demands * Fluency in English, both written and verbalDesirable* Knowledge of the context in Ukraine and the region is an advantage * Knowledge of one or more languages relevant to the region is an advantage * Experience leading and developing tools and resources to support NGO Networks – national, joint and/or internationalAdditional job responsibilitiesThe duties and responsibilities as set out above are not exhaustive and the role holder may be required to carry out additional duties within reasonableness of their level of skills and experience.Child Safeguarding Policy:We are committed to ensuring children's safety. Our recruitment process includes strict background checks and reflects our commitment to protecting children from harm.Equal OpportunitiesThe post holder is required to carry out the duties in accordance with the SCI Equal Opportunities and Diversity policies and procedures.Health and Safety:All employees are expected to perform their duties in accordance with our global policy on harassment prevention.Preventing Fraud, Bribery and CorruptionThe role holder shall perform the necessary duties in accordance to Counter-fraud, Bribery & Corruption Policy and keep any activity during performance of duties free from any instance of fraud, bribery, theft, and corruption.In your cover letter, indicate your expected salary and English proficiency level.HOW TO APPLYNGO Platform Director, Ukraine Response - SCI Career Site Careers