This is a senior post  that requires solid leadership that can  thrive in complex environments and guide with clarity, compassion, and courage. You must have a strong  experience working in fragile or conflict-affected settings and a solid understanding of Sudan’s context. You are an effective coordinator and problem-solver who manages multiple priorities and keeps teams aligned. As a feminist, you must be people-centered leader, value inclusion, dignity, and women’s agency, and you foster trust and staff growth. You bring solid operational skills in finance, procurement, compliance, security, and administration, balancing attention to detail with flexibility. You take duty of care seriously, manage risks, and ensure safe field operations. You communicate confidently, build strong partnerships, and clearly articulate programme progress and challenges. If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you. 

A. Programme Implementation & Management 

• Lead and supervise daily implementation of SIHA’s projects, ensuring quality and adherence to workplans. 
• Work with relevant area office program staff to ensure all third parties undergo legal vetting prior to commencing work with SIHA systems are in place so that partner delivery meets donor expectations and requirements. 
• Work with program and partnership staff to ensure relevant donor requirements are effectively communicated with and understood by implementing partners 
• .  Ensure that programme implmenstions and partnership  arentirelyimplementations and partnerships  are entirly in line with   SIHA implementations . 

B. Operations, Administration & Compliance 

• Oversee administrative, logistical, and operational management of SIHA’s Sudan office(s). 
• Supervise procurement, asset management, and financial processes in line with SIHA/donor policies. 
• Coordinate recruitment, onboarding, and supervision of in-country staff. 
• Ensure efficient office systems, IT infrastructure, and communication protocols. 
• Maintain and adapt operational procedures to Sudan’s evolving context. 

C. Security & Risk Management 

• Serve as SIHA Sudan’s primary security focal point. 
• Develop and update security plans, movement protocols, and contingency measures in coordination with regional security leads. 
• Monitor security dynamics and advise management on risk mitigation. 
• Train staff on safety, incident reporting, and crisis response. 
• Uphold duty of care standards for all SIHA personnel and partners. 

D. Coordination & Representation 

• Represent SIHA in national coordination platforms (WPS, GBV, protection clusters, NGO forums). 
• Maintain strong relationships with UN agencies, donors, civil society, and (where feasible) local authorities. 
• Engage closely with women’s rights organizations and feminist collectives. 
• Facilitate donor, management, and evaluator visits to the field. 
• Provide regular contextual and programmatic updates to regional leadership. 

E. Partnership Management & Capacity Strengthening 

• Support partners in planning, reporting, and compliance with SIHA’s standards. 
• Conduct partner monitoring visits and coordinate capacity-building efforts. 
• Oversee subgrant processes and documentation. 
• Support peer-learning exchanges among women’s rights partners. 

F. Budget Monitoring & Financial Coordination 

• Track project budgets and monitor spending in coordination with finance teams. 
• Review monthly financial reports and verify documentation prior to submission. 
• Explain variances, ensure cost-efficiency, and contribute to forecasting. 

G. Staff Supervision, Mentorship & Performance 

• Provide supportive supervision to project, administrative, and MEL staff. 
• Lead team meetings, check-ins, and performance reviews. 
• Foster a safe, inclusive, and feminist-informed work environment. 
• Support staff development through coaching and learning opportunities. 

H. Communication & Reporting 

• Consolidate field data, reports, and success stories for the regional office. 
• Produce monthly operational and security briefs. 
• Ensure timely submission of partner reports and documentation. 
• Contribute to advocacy and communication content that amplifies women’s voices. 

1.Education & Experience 

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Development Studies, Gender Studies, Public Administration, or related field. 
• Minimum 7 years’ experience in programme operations, humanitarian coordination, or project management in fragile/conflict settings. 
• Strong understanding of Sudan’s socio-political and humanitarian landscape. 
• Proven experience managing teams, budgets, and operational systems. 
• Experience working with civil society, donors, and multi-stakeholder initiatives. 

2. Core Competencies 

• Strong leadership, coordination, and communication skills. 
• Ability to manage complex operations under pressure. 
• Solid understanding of financial, administrative, and compliance procedures. 
• Sound judgment, contextual awareness, and problem-solving ability. 
• Commitment to feminist values, safeguarding, and diversity principles. 

Interested candidates should submit their CV, cover letter, and three references to the link: https://airtable.com/appZiq6ztxzJszaiJ/shrgv2iRe945Cgj58 not later than December 21, 2025. Shortlisting will be on a rolling basis, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.