Organisation Developer (f/m/x) for establishing and improving structures and third party funding at the Council of Churches in Papua New Guinea

Background

In the Pacific region, especially Papua New Guinea, there is a high demand for people with management capabilities, knowledge in project management and communication on an international level.

Partner organisations that advocate social justice and sustainable development are facing increasing challenges due to complex requirements, procedures and standards from international development organisations. An important partner of Bread for the World with great potential is the Papua New Guinea Council of Churches. It represents the voice of the churches, and raises important topics that communities are facing, for example domestic violence and criminality among teenagers.

Job Scope

You will contribute to the development of the organisation by capacity building, analysing potentials, processes and structures, project management, structures and standards. Here, the focus is on project applications, reports, institutional readiness and standards for project management. Additionally, you will support the Church Council by expanding networks to establish and improve communication with donor organisations.

In more detail, you would be responsible for the following:

• Analysing and identifying potential for organizational consulting and further development
• Strategic guidance, e. g. advising on the diversification of funding sources
• Participating in developing new concepts for grant-relevant projects and applications
• Designing communication and information media for institutional visibility
• Setting up relevant structures, administrative procedures, and standards for project management
• Conceptualising and carrying out trainings as well as mentoring
• Professional and collegial advice, e.g. in communication with donor organisations
• Building a more extensive international network

Profile

• A relevant university degree, minimum Bachelor
• Experience in providing support for the structural development and expansion of organizations
• Knowledge of project management and third-party funding
• Competency in English (both written and spoken)
• Hands on, pragmatic and flexible
• Openness, motivation and patience for social integration into the culture of Papua New Guinea

Citizenship of a Member State of the European Union or Switzerland is required.

Benefits provided by Bread for the World and Dienste in Übersee

Bread for the World provides a framework in which the professionals of Dienste in Übersee share their knowledge and skills with people of another culture.

Supportive cooperation, mutual learning and intercultural exchange are enabled by:

• Individual preparation
• Three year contract with benefits in accordance with the German Development Aid Workers Act
• Coaching

Interested?

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Important advice

Please note that, due to the current global restrictions caused by the Covid 19 pandemic, it is not possible to set definitive dates for selection and departure at this time. Nevertheless, we look forward to receiving your application and will work with you individually to find the best current job opportunities.

*Dienste in Übersee gGmbH is a 100% subsidiary of the
Protestant Agency for Diakonia and Development
with the brand Bread for the World *