Key Responsibilities<\/p>\n
Strategic Leadership and Governance<\/p>\n
\tSupport development, implementation, and periodic review of the Alliance Strategy and workplans, ensuring relevance, results-orientation, cost-effectiveness, and clear performance measurement.
\n\tLead designated Alliance workstreams aligned with strategic priorities.
\n\tStrengthen alignment and synergies between Alliance priorities and IRC contributions.
\n\tSupport governance processes, including preparation, follow-up, and implementation of decisions from the Executive Committee and Steering Committee.<\/p>\n
Management, Coordination, and Convening<\/p>\n
\tEnsure coherence and complementarity across Working Groups, Task Forces, and Initiatives, with clear mechanisms for progress tracking, learning, and reporting.
\n\tFacilitate effective information flow and collaboration across Alliance members and technical groups.
\n\tLead planning and delivery of the Annual Meeting for Child Protection in Humanitarian Action, ensuring relevance, accessibility, and engagement.
\n\tSupport annual internal governance, planning, review, and fundraising meetings.
\n\tContribute to day-to-day oversight of the Alliance Secretariat.<\/p>\n
Technical Leadership and Quality Assurance<\/p>\n
\tProvide technical oversight to selected Working Groups, Task Forces, and Initiatives.
\n\tSupport identification of sector-wide technical gaps, priorities, and areas for improvement.
\n\tOversee review and sign-off processes for Alliance technical and advocacy products.
\n\tEnsure meaningful inclusion of national and local member perspectives across Alliance work and governance.<\/p>\n
Partnerships, Advocacy, and External Engagement<\/p>\n
\tSupport the Alliance Director in building and sustaining strategic partnerships with UN agencies, donors, NGOs, academic institutions, peer alliances, and the private sector.
\n\tContribute to global and regional advocacy to advance child protection and the centrality of protection in humanitarian response.
\n\tSupport development and implementation of Alliance communications and engagement strategies.
\n\tLeverage strategic networks (including disability, GBV, and ECD) to advance collective child protection priorities and IRC contributions.<\/p>\n
Research, Learning, and Multisectoral Engagement<\/p>\n
\tContribute to IRC and Alliance research and learning agendas.
\n\tPromote dissemination, uptake, and application of Alliance guidance and evidence across partners and within IRC.
\n\tShare cross-context learning from the Alliance within IRC technical and global practice forums.<\/p>\n
Resource Mobilization and Financial Coordination<\/p>\n
\tIdentify and support joint fundraising opportunities aligned with Alliance priorities.
\n\tEngage with Alliance co-hosts and partners on financial and operational coordination, as delegated by the Alliance Director.<\/p>\n
Professional Profile<\/p>\n
\tThe Alliance Deputy Director brings substantial experience leading complex, multi stakeholder initiatives at the global level. The role requires advanced expertise in strategic leadership, humanitarian action, coordination, and child protection, with proven ability to operate effectively in politically sensitive and partnership driven environments.<\/p>\n
Leadership and Management Experience<\/p>\n
\tMinimum 10 years of professional experience, including at least 5 years in a senior management or deputy leadership role, preferably within an international organization, alliance, coalition, or network.
\n\tDemonstrated experience deputizing for an Executive Director or equivalent, including assuming leadership authority as required.
\n\tProven ability to lead, encourage collaboration and foster cohesion within diverse, multicultural teams, including staff and partners across multiple time zones.
\n\tStrong track record in building, managing, and sustaining complex partnerships, balancing diverse institutional interests while maintaining a shared strategic direction.
\n\tSolid experience engaging with and supporting governance bodies, including steering committees, boards, advisory groups, or member assemblies.
\n\tAbility to represent the Alliance credibly at high level global and regional fora, influencing policy, practice, and sector priorities.
\n\tDemonstrated experience contributing to or leading development and implementation of strategic plans, results frameworks, and theories of change.
\n\tProven judgment, discretion, and cultural sensitivity when navigating politically complex or high risk environments.
\n\tClear commitment to the Alliance\u2019s mission, values, and principles, including equity, inclusion, and partnership.<\/p>\n
Skills and Competencies<\/p>\n
\tStrong ability to work effectively with senior internal and external stakeholders across sectors and geographies.
\n\tExcellent written and verbal communication skills.
\n\tHighly developed organizational and time management skills, with a proven ability to prioritize and deliver independently.
\n\tStrong attention to detail, with the ability to synthesize complex information accurately for diverse audiences.
\n\tDemonstrated effectiveness in navigating matrixed, cross functional global structures within large international networks.
\n\tStrong analytical and problem solving skills.
\n\tStrong ability to motivate volunteers to contribute to a collective goal.
\n\tAbility to lead and adapt through change with a proactive, solution oriented approach.<\/p>\n
Education:<\/p>\n
\tMaster\u2019s degree in social sciences, Child Rights, Development Studies, Social Work or a relevant field required.<\/p>\n
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