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  • Posted: Mar 2, 2017
    Deadline: Mar 5, 2017
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    Biblica, the International Bible Society, is a worldwide ministry that has been helping people engage with God’s Word for over 200 years. We are committed to bringing the Bible to people in a way they understand, so they can be transformed by Christ and inspired to join His mission for the world.
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    Regional Director

    Purpose

    • To lead and implement Biblica's vision and ministry for West Africa with a special focus on French-speaking Africa

    Scope

    • Overall in-charge of Biblica Ministry in West Africa and French-speaking Africa.

    Responsibilities

    • Leading Biblica's ministry strategy in West Africa through partnerships
    • Supervision of Regional programs:
      • Liaise with Area Director of translation to initiate and execute translation projects in the region.
      • Ensure that Scriptures are brought to as many people as possible in the region through strategic partnerships.
      • Ensure that Bible engagement programs are carried out in the region.
    • He/she is responsible to provide comprehensive reports on ministry activities in the Region as well as preparing audited accounts for presentation to the AED as well as to the Directors/Advisory Council.
    • Resource Mobilization, PR, Fund raising and Ministry support:
      • He/she acts as a spokesman for Biblica in the region and maintains a growing network of partners with churches and other Christian organizations working in the region.
      • He/she is responsible for securing the necessary resources to enable the ministry to carry out its work in the region.
      • He/she is responsible for creating a climate for the spiritual and professional development of staff and to maintain a careful stewardship of all ministry resources under his/her charge.
      • He/she is responsible for developing strategies for local fund raising and enlisting prayer and material support of churches and Christians for ministry.
    • He/she is responsible for calling meetings of the Directors/Advisory Council as per legal requirements.
    • He/she is responsible for preparing annual Budgets and Strategic Plans for the Ministry.
    • Assist the Area Director in any other duties which may from time to time be assigned or delegated by him/her.

    Required Background, Experience, Skills and Behaviors

    • Strong personal commitment to Christ and Biblica's purpose, Mission Statement and Statement of Faith
    • Strong love and passion for the Bible and a desire to see people engage in it
    • Masters Degree or equivalent
    • Minimum of 8 years' experience in a senior leadership position
    • Visionary, energetic and enthusiastic
    • Strong networking skills with demonstrated experience of creating partnerships
    • Entrepreneurial
    • Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to lead and work effectively in team situations
    • Experience in budget monitoring
    • Excellent oral and written communication skills
    • Experience in fundraising and resource mobilization
    • Demonstrated success in achieving results under challenging implementation circumstances
    • Bilingualism in English and French

    Reporting Relationship

    • The Regional Director reports to the Africa Area Executive Director and consults the Regional Advisory Council.

    Resource Responsibilities

    • Has budget responsibility for the region. He/She will be proactive in keeping to budget and raising potential issues.

    Method of Application

    Applicants should address their applications and detailed CV's to "The Area Executive Director" via: Biblica.Africa@Biblica.com

    Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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