Head of Office, Tunis (Middle East and North Africa)

· Engage with national stakeholders on matters pertaining to the security sector to identify and develop new and existing entry points in DCAF’s engagement in Tunisia.

· Represent DCAF in Tunisia as assigned, as well as in other contexts, as agreed, developing, cultivating and nurturing DCAF’s networks and partnerships in Tunisia and across the North Africa region as appropriate.

· Ensure visibility of DCAF Tunisia’s work with stakeholders and donors.

· Represent and speak on behalf of DCAF at high level conferences, meetings and other events, including leading dialogues and stakeholder engagement.

· Strategic planning, execution and implementation of programs in line with national priorities and DCAF’s mandate.

· Provide advice on technical issues within the areas of accountability, transparency and effectiveness of the security sector.

· Support the development and roll-out of relevant strategies, policies, as well as institutional and operational guidelines pertaining to DCAF’s work on SSG/R.

· Lead the Tunisia team through management, supervision, mentoring, coaching and management of performance of staff.

· Manage all aspects of the implementation of the Tunisia program, overseeing a portfolio of program components with diverse partners.

· Liaise and coordinate with relevant national and international stakeholders, including executive and legislative authorities, security providers, and others.

· Ensure continuous consultation and coordination with national partners for the planification and implementation of activities.

· Support the monitoring and evaluation of the program through data collection, internal or independent evaluations, course correction and/ or iteration.

· Contribute to the conceptualization, development and execution of research and knowledge development efforts.

· Ensure communication with the MENA team in Geneva is seamless and comprehensive.

· Contribute to the oversight and efficient execution of budget approved by management, ensuring that all donor obligations are duly met in a timely manner.

· A rewarding, dynamic and meaningful work experience

· The chance to be part of a diverse team of collaborative, respectful, hardworking and values-driven people

· The chance to contribute to advance the security of all people through nationally owned, inclusive, and participatory security sector reforms based on international norms and good practices.