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ORGANIZATION
Partium is recruiting a Director/ Executive secretary H/F under permanent contract for MedPan, in Marseille.
MedPAN's mission is to operate a network of marine protected area (MPA) managers enabling the protection and conservation of marine and coastal areas in the countries of the Mediterranean basin.
MedPAN works as a network with members and partners as well as governmental and non-governmental organisations at local, national, regional and international levels to develop its activities. One of its objectives is to create communities of actors at all levels, facilitating the link between marine planners and managers, decision-makers, scientists and other stakeholders working towards the same overall goal: healthy and sustainable oceans and coasts. Cooperation is therefore part of MedPAN's core identity and guides its operational functions, both internally and externally. MedPAN benefits from the strong commitment of its team of eight employees and its governance, which includes several bodies (Board of Directors, Scientific Committee, Advisory Committee, General Assembly, Working Groups).
The organisation is in the midst of a strategic transition and is looking for a highly qualified Executive Directorto guide the organisation through this important phase.
POSITION
Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Director will ensure the strategic and operational effectiveness of MedPAN's programmes and staff, and will be primarily responsible for steering the association, overseeing operations and programmes, managing resources, shaping strategy in a collaborative spirit and representing the organisation at national and international levels.
Missions :
- Foster an inclusive and collaborative working environment and oversee the management of the team, from recruitment to day-to-day engagement, while supporting an agile team structure that values dialogue, flexibility and the strategic development of talent.
- Provide strategic and collaborative leadership by driving the long-term vision and development of programmes in collaboration with the Board, other governance bodies and the Secretariat, ensuring that objectives are achieved through a co-leadership approach.
- Support effective governance by coordinating with the Secretariat to prepare for Board meetings, provide timely and accurate information, and facilitate smooth communication between the Board and the Secretariat.
- Actively engage and maintain relationships with MedPAN members, partners and key stakeholders, cultivating a collaborative and network-focused approach to strengthen marine conservation efforts across the Mediterranean region and beyond. Ensure a good flow of information and coordination within the Secretariat, with governance bodies and members.
- Ensure effective planning, implementation and evaluation of the organisation's programmes and activities in line with the MedPAN strategy, with the support of the Secretariat team.
- Lead the transition of the organisation by developing and implementing policies, procedures and tools in coordination with the Secretariat, ensuring that the technological infrastructure is updated, secure and functioning optimally.
- Oversee and participate in fundraising efforts, including grant proposals, donor development and fundraising events in coordination with programme managers to ensure the financial stability and sustainability of the organisation.
- Represent MedPAN regionally and internationally as a spokesperson alongside the President and Programme Managers, strategically amplifying the organisation's visibility and championing its mission and programmes.
- Ensure the organisation's compliance and accountability with French and international regulations, project procedures and ethical standards relating to MedPAN's status and operations.
