WHH Representative Canada

About the role

The position is to be filled as soon as possible, with an initial contract duration of 2 years. There are very good prospects for an extension. Employment location will be Ottawa, Canada.

Responsibilities

• Represent and manage WHH Canada in compliance with all applicable Canadian legal and regulatory requirements.
• Position WHH Canada as a trusted and competent partner within the Canadian humanitarian and development sector.
• Build and maintain strategic relationships with Global Affairs Canada (GAC), Canadian NGOs, NGO networks, research institutions, and other key stakeholders.
• Actively represent WHH Canada in relevant Canadian NGO networks and working groups, fostering partnerships and collaboration.
• Support WHH country offices and regional teams in donor engagement, positioning, and funding applications with GAC.
• Represent WHH Canada at conferences, forums, and other external events to strengthen the organization's visibility and partnerships.

Requirements

• University degree in social sciences, development studies, international relations, or a comparable field.
• At least five years of relevant professional experience in international development cooperation.
• Strong knowledge of the Canadian institutional funding landscape, with a proven track record of securing funding from Global Affairs Canada (GAC).
• Demonstrated experience in external representation, business development, partnership management, and relationship building.
• Experience in the design and implementation of humanitarian and development cooperation programmes or projects.
• Excellent negotiation, networking, and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across diverse stakeholders and perform well under pressure.
• Recognize the growing value of data in your field and be eager to build your awareness and skills to incorporate data-informed approaches into your work.

Qualifications

• Fluency in English and French is required.
• Experience in Canada is preferred but not mandatory.

Skills

• Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Knowledge of Canadian policy and funding mechanisms.

Benefits

Find out what benefits Welthungerhilfe offers for employees.

Pay

Fair Compensation: A fair and equal remuneration based on a transparent salary scale.

Schedule

Full Time

Our Projects

We fight against hunger and poverty by implementing projects in numerous countries.

Our Strategy

"Zero Hunger on a Healthy Planet."

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