Head of Humanitarian

Trócaire

Job title:

Head of Humanitarian

Company

Trócaire

Job description

Are you energised by the thought of working in an organisation that supports people and communities to tackle the root causes of poverty and injustice? Do you love the idea of working in a global organisation with an inclusive and collaborative culture? Then Trocaire wants to hear from you! Read on for more details about this exciting opportunity.

The Opportunity

This role is an exciting and challenging opportunity to lead Trócaire’s humanitarian work. Humanitarian response is a key element of Trócaire’s mandate with over 50% of programme funds spent supporting humanitarian interventions each year. You will focus on ensuring Trócaire’s capacity to implement quality humanitarian programming in up to 20 countries and work in a position where you will add value and help to change millions of lives around the world.

About Trócaire

Trócaire is an International NGO. We work with local partners in the world’s most at-risk communities and with people in Ireland to tackle the underlying causes of poverty and injustice and respond to the crises they create. Together we bring about positive and lasting change for a just world.

Trócaire works in up to 20 countries across Africa, Asia, Latin America and the Middle East. We work towards five goals:

  • Promote Access to Justice;
  • Achieve Climate & Environmental Justice;
  • Ensure Women & Girls’ Protection, Voice & Influence;
  • Save Lives and Protect Human Dignity and
  • Mobilise the Public on the island of Ireland to achieve Global Justice.

Do you want to know more about Trocaire, the organisation? Find out more at

Requirements

You will report to the Director Global Programmes.The job opportunity will be offered on a permanent for indefinite duration and is based in Ireland. As part of your role, you will manage a team of (number) professionals.

We’d love if you have International experience of leading and managing the humanitarian function of an international organisation and can provide strategic guidance and direction to Trócaire humanitarian mandate. We are looking for an individual who can provide strong leadership, clear decision making and effective management expertise in a fast-paced environment. External representation and policy influencing are also essential elements of this role together with enabling collaboration and profiling of Trócaires humanitarian work.

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Closing Date for Applications is 1st January 2024

Benefits

What we can offer you:

Trócaire offers a competitive package of salry and benefits including pension scheme and life assurance. We have an excellent range of work life balance friendly policies including Hybrid and Flexible working

Safeguarding Programme Participants-Children & Adults

Trócaire is committed to safeguarding people within our programmes from exploitation and abuse, and has clear expectations of all staff. Please ensure to click for more information on Trócaire’s safeguarding policies.

We welcome diverse applicants to join our inclusive workforce.

Trócaire is an equal opportunities employer. We are an organisation that embraces diversity and inclusion. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds to bring their experiences and perspectives to Trócaire.

Reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities can be provided to support participation in the recruitment process when requested and indicated in the application or by contacting [email protected]. See our Diversity and Inclusion statement

Expected salary

Location

Maynooth, Co Kildare

Job date

Tue, 19 Dec 2023 23:47:04 GMT

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