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The Country Manager of Leaders International in Tunisia is a proposed post for Leaders International’s team in Tunisia and the North Africa Region. Through a variety of actions focusing on business growth, outreach, and stakeholder coordination, the incumbent of this position is anticipated to contribute to the development of LI’s partners network and project portfolio in Tunisia. The post holder will advise LI’s team on new opportunities in the country and help the organization position itself as a potential key player in private sector development.

Overview of responsibilities of proposed role

Institutionalization of Leaders International North Africa Office: (in coordination with HQ Operations Department)

• Registration of LI in Tunisia and following up on legal, operational and technical aspects of the entity;
• Ensure the implementation of legal obligations required by the Tunisian government.
  
  

Formulation of LI North Africa Business Development Strategy: (in coordination with HQ Business Development Department)

• Map and analyze business opportunities and trends in Tunisia;
• Support development of business development strategy in Tunisia;
• Support development of project proposals, concept notes, and fundraising in Tunisia;
• Develop a long-term vision and positioning of the Organization within Tunisia;
• Spot the practical programs accordingly, set their targets and goals;
• Identify potential and new financing sources and opportunities.

Network Development and Stakeholder Engagement: (in coordination with HQ Business Development Department and HQ Communications Department)

• Map stakeholders and partners with relevance to LI programs;
• o Identify experts and consultants in specific fields as directed;
• o Engage the donor community, government agencies, and stakeholders;
• o Develop brand and local recognition of LI in Tunisia;
• o Represent LI in the country through contacts with public institutions, partners, companies and others;
• o Attend events, conferences and meetings with Stakeholders;
• o Setting up activities in Tunisia in collaboration with local organizations;
• o Identify potential new partners, and promote opportunities for developing programs and signing new agreements.

Operational management of those in charge of the programs (in coordination with HQ Programs Department and HQ Communications Department)

• Ensure that programs are properly carried out with a special attention to quality and impact; monitor quantitative and qualitative project indicators, and ensure reporting to donors;
• Develop synergies with other offices of the Organization in the region and the Head Office; ensure knowledge management and coordination between the various programs upheld by the Organization;
• Report internally concerning progress, problems and risk areas;
• Identify problems and provide feasible solutions regarding potential operational risks related to finance, human resources, institutions and partners;
• Define and implement a communication strategy covering the Organization and its projects with the support of the HQ Communications Department.

Financial management (in coordination with HQ Finance Department and HQ Operations Department)

• Supervise the financial flows concerning all programs (expenditure and resources) while ensuring that commitments to financing partners are respected;
• Ensure, in coordination with the financial and operations department, that the internal and external procedures are properly implemented, and that audits are duly prepared.

Supervise and support the Organization’s local team (in coordination with HQ Operations Department)

• Define team structure and adapt it based on operational requirements and strategy;
•  As needed, Identify and hire staff, manage, and develop capacity in line with LI strategy, projects, and thematic areas;
• Define and implement the Organization’s internal rules and regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in International Development, economics, Social Sciences or related topics, MA degree is a plus.
• Experience in managing and implementing regional or international activities, preferably in a development cooperation context.
• A minimum of 7 years relevant experience in the international development sector, a minimum of 4 years of which must have been in a supervisory role. Additional private sector experience is highly desirable.
• Proven experience in a leadership position in managing and implementing economic development projects in the region
• Provide necessary technical and methodological supports for need assessment and take a leading role in project development
• Strong ability to work with diverse groups/individuals – ranging from local partners, local authorities, humanitarian community and the private sector