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Technical Advisor - Alexandria, United States - The Salvation Army
Description
Job Title: Technical Advisor-International Business and Economic Development
JOB SUMMARY:
Coaches TSA partners in the creation and implementation of social enterprises that can generate new local income to support their community mission, including support in business planning, market research, iterative prototyping, marketing, stakeholder engagement, program design, and clear goals/metrices. Implement standard training and evaluation methodologies and provides feedback to continually innovate and iterate.
Builds positive, cross-cultural relationships across the globe to collaboratively define problems, design solutions, and build the capacity of the local TSA partners.
Manages an international portfolio of business development projects at all stages, steadily moving them from design to implementation, curating strong and trusted relationships, monitoring ongoing operations, adjusting as necessary, and tracking continual investment portfolio performance.
Travels to country offices, international headquarters, or other supporting/donor offices as needed (estimated 15-20%).
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:This job description should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions and requirements of this position. You may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this job description.
Research local market context and current assets to identify opportunities
Project Design and Coaching
Implementation and Monitoring
OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:
Performs other related work as required.
Supports any additional duties or unforeseen projects that relate specifically to the primary tasks of this position as assigned by the Director - IBED.
MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT USED:
General Office Equipment Computer Printer
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Social Services or a field related to sector specialties (International Development/Relations, Economics, Business, Entrepreneurism) and master's degree in international development/Relations, Economics, Business, social sciences, or a related discipline,
and
five years of professional work experience including experience in international development and five years of program management experience.
And
three years' experience of living and working in a developing country and working with international development programs, preferably in a management role.
Or
any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS:
Valid driver's license and passport.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Energetic, self-motivated, proactive, accountable, hands-on, and able to work independently.
Proven flexibility to consider multiple options, pivot, and adjust several times to find optimal solutions.
Commercially astute, able to evaluate investment decisions considering local mission and program expectations balanced with the required levels of return.
Demonstrated proficiency in overcoming systemic barriers and internal conflict through proactive, managed conversations and creative, collaborative consensus-building to ensure projects are delivered at the earliest viable opportunity. A strong negotiator with the ability to adjust and adapt plans for the reality of local values and timelines, while still striving for the incorporation of best practices and industry standards.
Demonstrated ability in developing strategies for planning, cultivating, implementing, and administering complex situations, and cultivating strong business relationships.
A team player with an attitude of service and the ability to motivate others, possessing excellent interpersonal, analytical, and organizational skills, capable of working effectively with superiors, officers and staff, board members and other volunteers, consultants, donors, and prospects.
Planning and Organizing
Establishes a systematic course of action for self or others to ensure accomplishment of a specific objective. Determines priorities and allocates time and resources effectively.
Balancing Multiple Priorities
Balances the needs and interests of various stakeholders and makes decisions involving competing goals, objectives and alternatives. Prioritizes tasks and redirects work effort in response to changes in priorities.
Flexibility
Adapts easily to frequent change, varied working conditions and requirements, and diverse individuals and groups. Willing to consider new ideas and approaches and apply them creatively. Challenges fundamental assumptions about accepted ways of doing things.
Cross-Cultural Sensitivity
Communicates and interacts effectively with people from other cultures, religions, geographies, and organizations; respects and adapts to other cultures and seeks opportunities to learn about them to enhance relationships. Understands and respects different denominations and religious traditions.
Relationship Building
Establishes rapport easily to gain support and participation.
Problem Solving
Identifies and analyzes situations and/or issues, considers options, develops and decides on solutions, recommends and/or implements and monitors appropriate solutions.
Teamwork
Promotes and generates cooperation and teamwork within the IBED Department, with other SAWSO departments, and between staff and local ministry partners.
Results Orientation
Demonstrates concern for achieving or surpassing results against standards of excellence, shows a passion for improving the delivery of services with a commitment to continuous improvement. Identifies quantitative and qualitative performance measures for area(s) of responsibility and analyzes, evaluates and reports results objectively.
Organizational Awareness
Uses an understanding of how the organization works to get things done. Understands SAWSO's business operations/products/services and how the organization competes. Understands the mission and work of the organization and organizational priorities. Has ministry knowledge and knowledge of the complexity of the global Salvation Army, including international locations. Applies an understanding of the organization's informal structure, culture and climate in achieving goals.
Program Management Support
Effectively supports Implementing Territories in the management of projects.
Knowledge Management
Works to enhance ability of clients/service groups to retain current, critical knowledge base by developing systems, fostering collaboration and facilitating feedback loops. Interprets and effectively communicates lessons learned to appropriate stakeholders.
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