Wassu Gambia Kafo (WGK) is a scientific based initiative, established in The Gambia, as one of the two research and training field stations of the Transnational Observatory for the study, management and prevention of female genital mutilation, hosted by the Wassu- UAB Foundation at the Universitat Autònoma of Barcelona in Spain.WGK´s main objective is to foster cooperation for development between The Gambia and Spain, in the field of health, gender and human rights, through an innovative methodology of applied research and transfer of knowledge, in cascade.

The organization is recruiting a GENERAL MANAGER for the management of the organization in The Gambia.

SPECIFIC DUTIES: Be responsible for the financial and human resources management, project overview, logistics and technical administration of the office in The Gambia.

Financial and Admin Management

• Supervise the work and outputs of the Financial & Administrative Department.


• Ensure that funds related to the project are used judiciously and accounted for, and develop and submit financial reporting to donors.

Human Resources Management

• Be responsible for Human Resources Management: administrative issues, hiring, and performance management (Supervise WGK staff and ensure their motivation to implement activities with efficiency, quality and timely).

Organizational and Stakeholder Management

• Liaise with the Executive Director in day-to-day operations.


• Collaborate in the implementation of the WASSU strategic plan and vision.


• Be involved in institutional relations with key NGOs, academic institutions, private-public partnerships, funding agencies and other organizations.

Project supervision

• Overview the technical outputs of the Project Department

Wassu-UAB Foundation is managing the hiring process on behalf of WGK. If you are a strong motivated person, interested in this challenging position based in The Gambia, please send your CV and cover letter.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND COMPETENCIES

• Master's     degree     in      Business     Administration,     International     Cooperation, Development Studies, or Management of non-profit organizations.


• At least 5 years of working experience in management position or development projects implementation. Experience in Africa will be an advantage.


• Must-have experience in accounting.


• Experience in working in management of non-profit organizations is a plus .


•  Experience in organizational management and team-leading.


• Wide knowledge on methodologies and working tools linked with coordination tasks.


• Knowledge of cooperation policies, Project Cycle Management and accountability mechanisms.


• Excellent communication skills in English and Spanish. French will be an advantage.


• Ability to manage multiple tasks/responsibilities independently, with initiative and strategic vision, and in a fast-pace environment.


• Strong interpersonal skill, team player with leadership.


• Respectful and ability to handle culturally sensitive issues in a tactful way.