BACKGROUND
Help without Frontiers (www.helpwithoutfrontiers.org) is an NGO based in Mae Sot that was established to provide aid, help and relief to Burmese refugees and migrants in Thailand and Burma.
Since 2002, Help without Frontiers has provided support along the Thai-Burma border to displaced people who find themselves in emergency situations from which they are unable to escape without assistance; most of them are children and youth, and we give them a chance for a better and brighter future.
At Help Without Frontiers we focus on five core areas: Education, Youth, Health, Community Development, and Child Protection.
VISION
To create a world where help can be provided to the most vulnerable and marginalised populations without discrimination, without exclusion and without borders.
ROLE PURPOSE
The Deputy Director will be responsible for overseeing the Finance, Fundraising, HR and Logistic functions of the organisation, and for supporting the Director in driving the programmatic goals and acting as a key representative for the organisation.
REPORTING LINES
Reports to: Director
The Deputy Director will supervise and work closely with the Finance Manager and the Programme Managers and Coordinators.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Organisation
Implement operational strategies as per the organisation's strategic plans
Represent HWFTH at network meetings and conferences
Assist the Director in representing HWFTH at all major functions, run by HWFTH and partners
Assist in presenting updates at board meetings
Assist in programme development and delivery
Participate in regular programme and staff meetings
Finance
Work closely with the Finance Manager on HWFTH’s annual plan, budget and year-end process
Oversee all internal and external reporting
Oversee budget management, and work with programme teams to prepare and manage their budgets
Oversee internal audit checking, liaise with external auditors and ensure recommendations are implemented
Human Resources
Develop and implement HWFTH’s HR strategy
Oversee adherence to HR policy, and assist Managers and teams in HR processes, such as recruitment, performance management, evaluation and disciplinary action
Oversee staff training and succession plans
Fundraising
Oversee development and implementation of the fundraising strategy
Assist Fundraising team in fundraising activities
Oversee the management of all grants and donor communication
Host and liaise with donors / potential donors
General Operations
Oversee all general admin and logistic functions
Liaise with government agencies on HWFTH’s status (non-profit) requirements
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED
Thai national only
University degree in humanitarian development, business development or relevant field
At least 10 years experience in roles such as Office Manager or Project Manager, preferably in a humanitarian setting
Experience of project finance and accounting of multi donor-funded programs
Excellent computer software skills in MS Excel, Word, and accounting software
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written, with fluency in Thai and English required
Accountability and the ability to deliver on agreed tasks to a high standard
Experience in providing support to colleagues working on thematic projects.
Salary:
Monthly salary THB 45,000
Application Guidelines
Qualified candidates should submit a CV, cover letter, and contact information for 3 references, with one being your current/last employer (all documents in English) to recruitment@helpwithoutfrontiers.org, with the subject line 'Deputy Director' by 14th February 2021.
Please follow these application guidelines carefully. Applications that are incomplete or submitted via social media channels will not be considered.
Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
Contact : recruitment@helpwithoutfrontiers.org
