Duty station: Juba

Start: ASAP

Duration: 12 months, with possibility to extend

Salary: £27,550 - £36,547

Oxfam South Sudan is looking for an experienced Advocacy and Campaigns Manager to provide strategic leadership for the programme’s Advocacy and Campaigns team to promote Oxfam’s work in the country and to engage and influence stakeholders on priority issues.

This is an exciting opportunity to join the country programme’s Senior Management Team, contributing to the overall leadership and management of the programme. The high profile, senior role will lead the development of strategic plans and provide analysis on developments of humanitarian, conflict-related and development issues in South Sudan, identify key strategic objectives for influencing and how best to convey Oxfam’s position and messages through advocacy, media and communications. The role will work closely with regional and HQ teams, aligning programme activity with global campaigns, and will represent Oxfam in various advocacy and campaign platforms and coordination mechanisms in country.

To be successful you will need to have significant experience in the areas of advocacy, policy and media work with a good understanding of humanitarian environments. You will be a skilled communicator with ability to influence at all levels with internal and external stakeholders. You will have the ability to effectively manage a team, bringing together policy, media and communications staff to work towards shared objectives. You will have the enthusiasm, drive and passion to effectively convey Oxfam’s message. The ability to work under pressure in a demanding environment and a good understanding of and experience in fast-paced and difficult contexts will be essential for this role.

Applications will be considered on a rolling basis, so interviews may be organised before the closing date of the posted job.

To apply, please visit the following link: https://jobs.oxfam.org.uk/vacancy/4042/description

INTERSOS is an independent non-profit humanitarian organization committed to assist the victims of natural disasters and armed conflicts. Its activities are based on the principles of solidarity, justice, human dignity, equality of rights and opportunities, and respect for diversity and coexistence, paying special attention to the most vulnerable and unprotected people.

1. Terms of reference

Job title: Head of Mission (HoM)

Location: The post holder will be based in Juba with missions to areas of intervention, as necessary

Reporting to: Regional Director

Starting date: asap

Duration of contract: 1 year

Dependents: No

2. General context of the mission

INTERSOS is present in South Sudan since 2006, starting its operations in the country from Bor, Jonglei State. INTERSOS central office for South Sudan is based in Juba and had several field bases in Jonglei State (Bor, Ayod, Nyirol, Uror, Akobo and Pibor), 1 in Western Equatoria (Yambio), 1 in Upper Nile State (Malakal), 1 in Unity State (Bentiu). After 2013 conflict, as field bases, INTERSOS started to operate within UNMISS PoCs in Juba, Bor, Bentiu and Malakal. In September 2014, however, INTERSOS has moved out from UNMISS base in Bor and has its own compound in town shared with other two INGOs.

In the framework of the present crisis INTERSOS has immediately intervened in Juba, UN House and Tongping, in NFI and Protection sectors. The operation has been extended also to the PoCs of Bor, Malakal and Bentiu with activities in the field of Protection, both GBV and CP, Education, NFIs/Shelter and WASH.

The main areas of intervention are:

• Protection: in particular prevention and response to GBV and Child Protection in Jonglei State and Upper Nile State. These activities are addressed to children, women, youth and men and involve case management, including psychosocial support, for Child Protection and GBV; referral and family tracking for unaccompanied minors. INTERSOS is also the Jonglei GBV sub-cluster Focal Point and since 2012 is leading the GBV response in the State and is active member of the Psycho Social Support Task Force;

• Education: INTERSOS is one of the main partners of UNICEF within the country in promoting education as a part of emergency response. Since 2010 INTERSOS is leading the EiE Cluster in Jonglei, Unity and Upper Nile States and is the focal point agency in Jonglei for Education in Emergency interventions. The program covers the main areas affected by the conflict: Central Equatoria, Jonglei, Unity, Upper Nile and Western Equatoria States. The program includes both structural and non-structural interventions: construction/rehabilitation of learning spaces, kit distribution, training of teachers and PTA on children rights, psychological support and risk mitigation;

• Shelter/NFIs: these activities involve assessment and identification of new IDPs, mainly in the most hard-to-reach areas within Jonglei, Unity and Upper Nile States, emergency kit distribution and kit use monitoring, and construction/rehabilitation of emergency shelter. Moreover since 2012 INTERSOS is the Jonglei State NFIs & ES Cluster Focal Point;

• WASH: construction/rehabilitation of water facilities (wells, pipe schemes), rehabilitation of latrines, sanitation and hygiene promotion in Western Equatoria State.

Starting from January 2015 INTERSOS has further expanded its operations in Jonglei State covering some of the payam in the counties of Ayod, Nyirol, Uror and Akobo, where the highest concentration of IDPs has been recorded, through the partnerships with CHF, Italian Cooperation, ECHO and UNHCR. The interventions cover child protection, GBV, WASH and NFIs/ES.

3. Tasks and responsibilities

The general purpose of the post is to represent INTERSOS in South Sudan, and act in accordance with specific directions from and supervision of the Regional Director.

The HoM manages and coordinates the operations and human resources in the country and is responsible to:

· Establish and maintain collaborative relations with Local Authorities and Institutions, Donors, International Agencies, NGOs and other stakeholders.

· Follow up, guarantee and monitor government recognition procedures for the organization in compliance with the host country formalities.

· Define country priorities based on context and needs analyses; monitor donor intervention strategies in the country; design, promote and elaborate new interventions.

· Supervise, monitor and evaluate the implementation of the country operations - and all related administrative, financial, human resources, logistics and security aspects - ensuring timely and quality assistance delivery, as well as cost efficiency and accountability, in compliance with INTERSOS and donors guidelines, regulations and procedures.

· Continuously assess, analyze and evaluate the impact of the country operations, also through periodic visits to the areas of intervention.

· Define the mission financial plan, ensuring self-sufficiency and consistency of expenses, and assume responsibility for the mission funds management, including bank accounts.

· Coordinate, guide and supervise the mission staff, and evaluate their performance.

· Proactively participate in relevant coordination meetings.

· Manage the safety and security of the operation in the country.

4. Required profile/experience

· Advanced university degree. A first level university degree with a relevant combination of academic qualifications and experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

· At least 5 years of professional work experience as Head of Mission or other management/ coordination positions in humanitarian/development contexts.

· Previous experience in East Africa and/or in South Sudan is an asset

· Proven experience in management of UN, USAID and ECHO funds.

· Proven experience in management of large staff teams.

· Proficient knowledge of English is required.

Technical competencies:

· Ability to set high standards for quality of work

· Ability to analyze and integrate information from a wide range of sources

· Ability to administrate funds, logistics and human resources

· Excellent communication skills, both oral and written

· Mastery of IT tools (MS Office package, internet, e-mail, etc.)

Behavioral competencies:

· Strong organizational and problem-solving skills with analytic approach

· Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to establish effective working relations with staff, beneficiaries and other stakeholders

· Ability to take initiative and work autonomously

· Ability to achieve results effectively, considering the need for speed, scale and quality

· Ability to integrate and work well within multiethnic and multicultural teams

· Ability to develop and maintain collaborative relationships

Qualified applicants are requested to submit their curriculum vitae, motivation letter and 2 referencesto:recruitment@intersos.org, specifying in the subject ‘HoM South Sudan”**

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for the first interview

Position Title : Programme Coordinator (Camp Coordination and Camp

Management (CCCM))

Duty Station : Juba, South Sudan

Classification : Professional Staff, Grade P3

Type of Appointment : Special term graded, Six months with possibility of extension

Estimated Start Date : As soon as possible

Established in 1951, IOM is the leading governmental organization in the field of migration and works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and governmental partners. IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It does so by providing services and advice to governments and migrants.

IOM is committed to a diverse and inclusive environment. Applications from qualified female candidates are especially encouraged. For the purpose of the vacancy, the following candidates are considered as tier candidates:

1. Internal candidates

2. Qualified applicants from the following NMS countries:

Antigua and Barbuda, Benin, Bahamas, Botswana, Belize, Cabo Verde, Czech

Republic, Djibouti, Micronesia (Federated States of), Gabon, Gambia, Guyana, Iceland, Cambodia, Comoros, Lesotho, Luxembourg, Libya, Montenegro, Marshall Islands, Mongolia, Maldives, Namibia, Nauru, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Seychelles, Suriname, El Salvador, Leste, Holy See, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Venezuela (Bolivarian Republic of), Vanuatu, Samoa

Context:

Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission, and the direct supervision of the Head of Operations, the successful candidate will be responsible for IOMs camp management and camp coordination operations ensuring that IOM CCCM programs are in line with the CCCM Cluster policies and strategies.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1. Advice to Cluster on CCCM policies and strategic directions into CCCM operations; planning, developing and monitoring their effective implementation in close coordination with the Head of Operations.

2. Ensure that IOM's CCCM program implementation are in line with CCCM cluster policies and strategies.

3. Develop the allocation of human and financial resources of IOM's CCCM programs.

4. In close coordination with the Head of Ops, supervise the IOM CCCM Operational units (Site managers, State Focal Points, Humanitarian Hub Managers, Surge team, CCCM

Operations).

1. In close coordination with the IOM PSU, monitor and evaluate all IOM CCCM projects and ensure proper financial and narrative reporting as required by donors.

2. Coordinate and manage the DTM unit in the implementation of the Registration process and

DTM monitoring and reporting.

1. Represent IOM as an operational partner in the CCCM Cluster meetings and related forums.

2. Oversee the operational side of AVRR and work on the coordinated approach to durable solutions for IDPs and returning refugees.

3. Undertake duty travel as required.

4. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Education

• Masters degree in Political or Social Science, Business Administration, International Relations or a related field from an accredited academic institution with five years of relevant professional experience; or

• University degree in the above fields with seven years of relevant professional experience.

Experience

• Experience in the field of operational and field experience in refugee and migration related issues, including technical cooperation, project development and project/programme implementation and evaluation;

• Work experience in liaising with governmental authorities, other national/international institutions and NGOs, as well as experience in the region, is an asset

• Good knowledge of UN, IOM and NGO mandates and programmes in the humanitarian responses, IDPs, post conflict construction and development;

• Familiarity with financial management and good level of computer literacy, including database applications.

Languages

Fluency in English is required.

Desirable Competencies:

Behavioral

• Accountability – takes responsibility for action and manages constructive criticisms

• Client Orientation – works effectively well with client and stakeholders

• Continuous Learning – promotes continuous learning for self and others

• Communication – listens and communicates clearly, adapting delivery to the audience

• Creativity and Initiative – actively seeks new ways of improving programmes or services

• Leadership and Negotiation – develops effective partnerships with internal and external stakeholders;

• Performance Management – identify ways and implement actions to improve performance of self and others.

• Planning and Organizing - plans work, anticipates risks, and sets goals within area of responsibility;

• Professionalism - displays mastery of subject matter

• Teamwork – contributes to a collegial team environment; incorporates gender related needs, perspectives, concerns and promotes equal gender participation.

• Technological Awareness - displays awareness of relevant technological solutions;

• Resource Mobilization - works with internal and external stakeholders to meet resource needs of IOM.

Other:

Internationally recruited professional staff are required to be mobile.

Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances.

Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via PRISM, IOM Recruitment system, by 06 May 2016 at the latest, referring to this advertisement.

For further information, please refer to:

iom-apply.html

In order for an application to be considered valid, IOM only accepts online profiles duly completed.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. You can track the progress of your application on your personal application page in the IOM recruitment system.

Posting period:

From 25.04.2016 to 02.05.2016

Requisition: SVN 2016/43 (P) - Programme Coordinator (CCCM) (P3) - Juba, South Sudan (54785280) Released

Posting: Posting NC54785289 (54785289) Released

For the field office in South Sudan, Malakal, Cordaid is looking for a

Project Coordinator – PRO ACT / LRRD

Introduction

Cordaid in South Sudan Country office is among the 23 country offices globally contributes to the

above vision and mission. Projects and programs include Community managed disaster risk reduction

& livelihood security, Emergency response & recovery, Agriculture & food security, Health, Security &

justice, Women leadership for peace, Entrepreneurship and Investments. Cordaid focuses its work in South Sudan on both disaster response and recovery (in disaster-affected areas) and longer-term development programs (in areas where this is possible during the current crisis), and on lobby and advocacy activities on the above topics.

Presently, Cordaid has received a grant from EU under Pro-Resilience Action (PRO-ACT also know as LRRD approach under food security in Upper Nile state of the country. Cordaid is therefore currently looking for potential candidate to fill the position of Project Coordinator.

Position and responsibility

The position holder primary focus is to manage and coordinate implementation of the approved proposal with project team based in Malakal and in partnership with a local NGO partner in Upper Nile State.

Specific Objectives

Management and Project Implementation (50%)

• Lead timely project planning, implementation and reporting of project activities;

• Collaborate with program manager in CO and thematic experts in HQ to ensure all information is tracked according to project needs and donor requirements;

• Lead the generation regular reports/project updates for sharing both internally and externally; Regularly communicate with the team and engage team members in key decision making;

• Manage project team comprising of programme, finance, logistics and admin based in the filed location.

Partnership, Representation and Coordination, and Aquisition (15%)

• Represent Cordaid (as delegated by CD / PM) at the state level relevant UN bodies, state government, INGO on food security and DRR focused coordination forums at Malakal;

• Lead project delivery planning with implementing partner as described in the proposed action keeping in mind the capacity and ability to deliver and partnership relations including financial aspects of the grant;

• Support partner NGO’s capacity building for quality project implementations;

• Coordinate all DRR and Food Security activities with other NGOs and actors in the areas, seeking possible synergies and to avoid duplication;

• As required, prepare project documents and other material to develop or promote coordination activities. Explore potential areas for collaboration with UN bodies and INGOs, discuss coordination and synergy and contribute in writing proposals for DRR and FS resource mobilization in the country.

Monitoring, evaluation and Learning and Program Development (15%)

• Lead on developing and implementing baseline survey for the project in consultation with PM DRR/FS;

• Lead on developing proper monitoring system and tools based on identified OVIs and means of verification in project log frame and ensure its implementation by project team and partner organization;

• Contribute to the strengthening and maintaining of appropriate project tracking and knowledge management systems for all activities;

• Identify program areas for improvement and work with the Country Director, DRR/FS Programme Manager and other program managers to design appropriate solutions;

• Provide regular monitoring and technical support for implementing partners.

Disaster Risk Reduction/Food security technical support (20%)

• Provide programmatic and technical leadership for disaster risk reduction and food security projects in Uppe Nile / South Sudan as appropriate;

• Support in expansion and growth of DRR & FS programming in South Sudan;

• Identify public, non-profit and private organizations for cross learning for the development and implementation of disaster resilience and food security project;

• Support development of small business development, agro-enterprise, micro-finance/banking, and/or livelihoods development.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Agricultural economics, international development, disaster risk management or related field or equivalent experience;

• Minimum seven years’ experience working within international development, including direct experience in fragile and post conflict environments in a developing country;

• Demonstrated ability managing grants and projects, including project design, proposal development, budget preparation, expenditure tracking, monitoring and evaluation, reporting, etc.;

• At least 5 years’ experience working with disaster risk reduction, climate change adaption and resilience building programs and/or projects;

• Experience in community managed/based disaster risk reduction, farmers field schools and pastoral field school approaches is an asset;

• Proven track record for leading the development of high quality documents for internal and external communications including donor reports;

• Proven track record of donor contract management and good awareness of EU donor contract management requirements;

• Demonstrated experience exploring, managing and strengthening partnerships;

• Excellent analytical and organizational skills – innovative thinker;

• Ability to cope in a challenging environment, or to deal with challenging situations;

• Experience developing and leading trainings, workshops, evaluations, etc.;

• Ability to create a team environment and coordinate with other departments and to manage time, prioritize tasks, respond quickly to requests;

• Excellent communication skills in English.

Specifics of duty station

The person will be based in Malakal at the Cordaid South Sudan offices. He/she will report to the Cordaid PM (DRR/FS) in Juba, and work closely with state coordinator and also with other Project teams based in Malakal / Managers colleagues based in South Sudan.

This is a non-accompanied posting

Contract information

The contract period is for 1 year, with a 1 month probation period, starting as soon as possible (but not later than 1^st of June 2016), with the intention to extend for a longer period. For an expat we offer a Cordaid contract with a competitive salary and a benefit package which includes R&R, a comprehensive insurance cover, social security and pension contribution, a holiday allowance, 13^th month, hardship allowance and cost of living allowance (if applicable).

Further information & how to apply

For additional information, please contact mr Arvind Das, Director Country Office, Cordaid South Sudan (arvind.das@cordaid.org).

Applications including a motivation letter and extensive CV in English, including the contact details of at least three professional references, should be forwarded on attn. of mr Arvind Das, before 10 May 2016.

An assessment might be part of the procedure.

Please note that we accept applications through our website only: https://www.cordaid.org/nl/over-ons/werken-bij-cordaid/vacatures/international/63008/ and click on the ‘apply’ button.

Position Title : Shelter & Non Food Items (NFI) Cluster Coordinator

Duty Station : Juba, South Sudan

Classification : Professional Staff, Grade P3

Type of Appointment : Special term graded, Six months with possibility of extension

Estimated Start Date : As soon as possible

Closing Date : 09 May 2016

Established in 1951, IOM is the leading governmental organization in the field of migration and works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and governmental partners. IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It does so by providing services and advice to governments and migrants.

IOM is committed to a diverse and inclusive environment. Applications from qualified female candidates are especially encouraged. For the purpose of the vacancy, the following candidates are considered as tier candidates:

1. Internal candidates

2. Qualified applicants from the following NMS countries:

Antigua and Barbuda, Benin, Bahamas, Botswana, Belize, Cabo Verde, Czech

Republic, Djibouti, Micronesia (Federated States of), Gabon, Gambia, Guyana, Iceland, Cambodia, Comoros, Lesotho, Luxembourg, Libya, Montenegro, Marshall Islands, Mongolia, Maldives, Namibia, Nauru, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Seychelles, Suriname, El Salvador, Leste, Holy See, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Venezuela (Bolivarian Republic of), Vanuatu, Samoa

Context:

Under the overall guidance and supervision of the Chief of Mission, and the direct supervision of the Operations Coordinator/Head of Operations, the successful candidate will be in charge of coordinating the Shelter and NFI cluster, led by IOM in South Sudan. In particular s/he will concentrate on the following functions:

• Lead the development of a comprehensive cluster strategy that incorporates all phases of the clusters response, including preparedness, front line response and capacity building;

• Coordination and operationalization of the Shelter and NFI cluster at country level;

• Advocacy on behalf of the cluster and cluster members;

• Monitoring and reporting of cluster activities.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1. Lead the development of a comprehensive cluster strategy that incorporates all phases of the clusters response, including preparedness, front line response and capacity building;

• Actively participate in the Inter Sector Working Group to ensure adequate consideration of the Shelter and NFI needs, and the coordination with other clusters with regards to the humanitarian strategy and response in South Sudan.

• Draft and revise when necessary Shelter and NFI specific documents; strategies, guidelines, clusters ToRs.

• Provide timely cluster analysis, leading to a joint identification of gaps and development specific response strategies; ensure that cluster strategies are adequately reflected in overall country strategies such as the Common Humanitarian Action Plan (CHAP);

• Draw lessons learned from the past activities in South Sudan and revise strategies and action plans accordingly in the light of these and needs as they evolve.

• Plan, coordinate and deliver training/capacity building opportunities to Shelter and NFI cluster partners, with a view to improving quality and efficiency of Shelter and NFI distributions across all states, including support efforts to strengthen the capacity of the national authorities and civil society.

• Develop long term shelter strategies to support the eventual return of affected populations and promote these strategies through the implementation of small scale pilot projects in key locations.

• Ensure integration of the IASCs priority cross cutting issues (e.g human rights, HIV/AIDS. Age, community participatory approaches) and promote gender equality by ensuring that the needs of women and girls as well as men and boys are addressed.

1. Coordination and operationalization of the Shelter and NFI cluster at country level;

• Convene and Chair regular Shelter and NFI Cluster Coordination Meetings;

• Identify, support and coordinate a network of Shelter and NFI focal points across all states of South Sudan, to enable effective and coordinated filevel strategy, emergency preparedness and response;

• Secure commitments from participants in responding to needs and filling gaps, ensuring an appropriate distribution of responsibilities, with clearly defined focal points for specific issues where necessary;

• Promote/encourage participants to work collectively, ensuring the complementarity of the various stakeholders’ actions;

• In consultation with cluster partners, plan and participate in agency needs assessments as required;

• Coordinate Shelter and NFI distributions with cluster partners as well as with other clusters involved in responding to the needs;

• Identify country level needs for stockpiling of NFIs and coordinate closely with IOM operations manager and other NFI partners to ensure the strategic positioning of NFIs and Emergency Shelter materials throughout the country;

• Promote the integration of the IASCs agreed priority cutting issues, namely human rights, HIV/AIDS, age, gender and environment, utilising participatory and community based approaches;

1. Advocacy on behalf of the cluster and cluster members:

• Advocate on behalf of the cluster for donors to fund priority sector activities and for sufficient funding of all Shelter and NFI partners, while at the same time encouraging cluster partners to mobilize resources for their activities through their usual channels.

• Act as an honest broker and provide leadership and strategic direction to cluster partners in submitting project proposals for inclusion in Consolidated Appeals, Flash Appeals, CERF requests and other agency funding appeals and ensure that agreed cluster strategies/priorities are adequately reflected in appeal documents;

1. Monitoring and reporting of cluster activities:

• Preparation and dissemination of the Shelter and NFI cluster regular updates;

• Ensure to the extent possible that cluster partners use common standards to review impact of the cluster and progress against implementation plans as well as tools for information and data management, including in needs assessments and monitoring;

• Ensure adequate reporting and information sharing, both within the cluster and with other clusters and OCHA; collect 4W (Who/What/When/Where) information from partners and provide information to relevant agency coordination body so it can be processed and redistributed

at the cluster level and to other stakeholders; ensure that updated and relevant specific information is included in general reports, common web platforms; OCHA Situation Reports, OCHA Humanitarian Dashboard, etc.

1. Functionally identify cluster staffing needs and manage cluster staff including IM officer, reporting officer, M&E officer and any technical roles.

2. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Education

• Masters degree in Social Sciences, Disaster Management, International relations, Conflict Management, Human Rights, Law or a related field from an accredited academic institution with five years of relevant professional experience; or

• University degree in the above fields with seven years of relevant professional experience.

Experience

• Experience in humanitarian response or a related field (operational field experience is a must / Emergency experience is preferred;

• Experience in project implementation and management;

• Experience in project monitoring and reporting is an advantage;

• Experience in emergency preferred.

Languages

Fluency in English is required. Working knowledge of Arabic is an advantage.

Desirable Competencies:

Behavioral

• Accountability – takes responsibility for action and manages constructive criticisms

• Client Orientation – works effectively well with client and stakeholders

• Continuous Learning – promotes continuous learning for self and others

• Communication – listens and communicates clearly, adapting delivery to the audience

• Creativity and Initiative – actively seeks new ways of improving programmes or services

• Leadership and Negotiation – develops effective partnerships with internal and external stakeholders;

• Performance Management – identify ways and implement actions to improve performance of self and others.

• Planning and Organizing - plans work, anticipates risks, and sets goals within area of responsibility;

• Professionalism - displays mastery of subject matter

• Teamwork – contributes to a collegial team environment; incorporates gender related needs, perspectives, concerns and promotes equal gender participation.

• Technological Awareness - displays awareness of relevant technological solutions;

• Resource Mobilization - works with internal and external stakeholders to meet resource needs of IOM.

Other:

Internationally recruited professional staff are required to be mobile.

Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances.

Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via PRISM, IOM Recruitment system, by 09 May 2016 at the latest, referring to this advertisement.

For further information, please refer to:

iom-apply.html

In order for an application to be considered valid, IOM only accepts online profiles duly completed.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. You can track the progress of your application on your personal application page in the IOM recruitment system.

Posting period:

From 26.04.2016 to 09.05.2016

Requisition: SVN 2016/50 (P) - Shelter & Non Food Items Juba,SouthSudan

(54785833) Released

Posting: Posting NC54790425 (54790425) Released

Plan International is looking for an experienced Project Manager to implement and develop the ECHO Funded Project “Children of Peace South Sudan: “Promoting Education and Peace for Children and Youth Affected by Conflict in Greater Pibor Administrative Area, South Sudan”.

The following skills are required for this position:

• At least 5 years relevant experience in humanitarian assistance, preferably in complex, insecure settings .Previous experience of South Sudan an asset.

• Knowledge of Education in Emergencies, Child Protection in Emergencies and relief operations, as well as experience working with ECHO. Knowledge of other international /Spanish donors an asset.

• Good communication and writing skills (reports and proposals) in English. Spanish an asset

• Project cycle management (ME&L, financial follow-up, planning etc.

Working within the Plan South Sudan team, the post holder will focus on ensuring the delivery and development of the programme.

The EiE ECHO Program Manager shall help PLAN INTERNATIONAL Spain in the supervision and coordination of required actions for the correct implementation of the Education in Emergencies ECHO project in South Sudan as well as other Plan Spain projects in the region:

• The candidate will support on the institutional relationships strengthening between Plan South Sudan and Plan Spain
• Responsible for the management (technical and financial follow-up), together with the local Plan South Sudan team, of the ECHO-funded project “Children of Peace South Sudan: “Promoting Education and Peace for Children and Youth Affected by Conflict in Greater Pibor Administrative Area, South Sudan”
• He/she will elaborate, in collaboration with Country Office, the technical and financial reports of the EiE ECHO project, coordinating any other related processes.
• Responsible for supporting a strong Monitoring and Evaluation mechanism in order to ensure the right follow-up of the project implementation (including any project carried out by Plan Spain in the area), as well as supporting the Plan South Sudan team in ensuring coordination, activity follow-up and budget tracking (sharing tools and information)
• The Project Manager will represent Plan Spain with the EU Delegation and other donors and key stakeholders (e.g. Education cluster, local Education authorities) as directed by Plan Spain and Plan South Sudan
• The Project Manager will also support as required the development of new project proposals in the area
• The Project Manager will be involved in coordination activities required by the Plan South Sudan team as a part of the general coordination mechanisms in place in the country
• The Project Manager will follow security rules and instructions in place within Plan South Sudan

Attributes for the role

· Bachelor or Master Degree. Postgraduate Studies in Cooperation for Development Studies related to Education, DRM and/or Child Protection will be highly valuable.

· At least 5 years’ experience in humanitarian aid projects/programs, managing international projects in similar positions, supervising working teams, carrying out project technical and financial[RL1] follow- up.

· Knowledge in logical framework tool and in project technical and financial reporting. ECHO grant management is a must.

· Capacity to plan strategically, facilitating working methodologies adapted to the local partners technical needs.

· A demonstrated understanding of relevant international humanitarian law and funding mechanisms. Knowledge of current international humanitarian aid mechanisms and schemes.

· Experience working in the field. Good knowledge on South Sudan reality will be a plus

· Experience in working in a dynamic and multi-cultural organization.

· Excellent communication, networking, and interpersonal skills.

· Demonstrated leadership in coordination of proposals and projects.

· Excellent writing and editing skills in English. Spanish an asset

· Managing internal and external relationships constructively, diplomatically and with discretion.

· Available to travel in the region and to neighbouring countries.

Other Skills

· Flexibility and adaptation skills.

· Good knowledge on South Sudan.

· Experience with the coordination with authorities, donors and other stakeholders, as well as institutional representation.

· Promotes team work and cooperation.

· Demonstrate high degree of professionalism and integrity.

· Confident in taking initiative and exploring new opportunities.

· Assertiveness and shows cultural sensitivity.

· Ability to remain calm in stressful environments

· Ability to meet deadlines under pressure.

This is not intended to be an exhaustive job description and may be subject to change.

How to Apply

Applicants should have a valid EU work permit at the time of applying to enable them to work in Spain.

Please submit a full CV and a comprehensive cover letter setting out your reasons for applying for the post and outlining the qualifications experience knowledge and skills that you feel you can bring to the role to: recruiting@plan-international.org, , indicating the reference (PRO-EiE-ECHO-16) in the subject

Deadline for submissions: 20 May 2016

Contractual conditions:

Department: Programmes

Position: EiE ECHO Program Manager

Job Location: Juba – Republic of South Sudan

Contract duration: 6 months + 6 months.

Spanish salaried contract according to experience. EU work permit is needed

Local accommodation and transportation, Health insurance, accident and medical repatriation insurance, return flight.

Starting Date: ASAP

IMPORTANT NOTE: Candidates that will not receive any response within two weeks after submission deadline, should notice that the application has not been considered. _.t(a)){var

Reference:

DD/WPM/SS

Country:

South Sudan

Job Title:

WASH Programme Manager - Hygiene Promotion

Contract Grade: B

Contract Length: 6 months with possibility of extension

Date Needed By: ASAP

New Post or Replacement: New

Accompanied / Unaccompanied: Unaccompanied

Exact Job Location: Bentiu, Unity State, South Sudan

Reports To: WASH Coordinator

Responsible For: Unity State Project Staff

Liaises With: WASH Cluster Coordinator, WASH Site Focal point, Area Coordinator, WASH State Focal point, Country Financial controller (CFC), General Systems Manager (GSM), Base manager, Programme Director –Emergency, CCCM, Humanitarian agencies in Unity state, relevant authorities and other stakeholders in South Sudan

Job Purpose:

To lead the change in Hygiene Promotion strategy within the Bentiu PoC, for both Concern and other WASH partners. Key activities include: the design, planning and implementation of this strategy, with the WASH Coordinator, WASH team and other WASH partners, including the formation and management of WASH committees at the block level according to global and organisational standards in coordination with different WASH agencies.

Main Duties & Responsibilities:

Plan development & design

• Work collaboratively with different WASH agencies and WASH cluster to design and strategize different approaches involving community ownership and participation.
• Hold group discussions with community leaders at the block level and with the high committee leadership from time to time.
• Design interventions for specific target groups, e.g. garbage collectors, latrine cleaners, hygiene promoters, water point attendants, security guards for de-incentivization within the POC.
• Develop detailed guidelines for community participation in WASH activities
• Design and develop a Management and maintenance plan of WASH facilities involving the community leadership.
• Capacity building of the national staff in key activities of community mobilisation and participation.
• Organise and conduct training modules for the community leaders on administration, financial and technical aspects in coordination with respective agencies.

Implementation

• Oversee the day to day management of the implementation of all the community based activities;
• Provide management support to the social mobilisers ensuring that they have up to date job descriptions, clear objectives and identify and facilitate training when required.
• Ensure that all the necessary resources are in place to deliver the activities (staff & logistic etc.)
• Implement a programme learning review, documenting lessons learned,

and clear recommendations for future interventions.

• Manage the recovery/transition phase of the community elements of emergency

WASH programmes focusing on promoting the community’s resilience to future emergencies

Human resource & partnership

• Recruit, train and supervise Social Mobilisers. This may involve the writing of

job descriptions, work schedules, training plans and appraisals

• Provide a culture promoting diversity and gender equality

Representation:

• Represent CWW at cluster forums

• Influence and support WASH coordination by providing strategic, technical initiatives within the WASH Cluster.

Others

· Liaise with Camp Management on a regular basis.

· Work in close collaboration with other members of the CWW team, sharing information and designing and implementing programme activities.

· Other duties as assigned by the WASH Coordinator

PERSON SPECIFICATIONS

Education & Qualifications Required:

Essential

• Degree/Advanced Degree in Public health or sociology or related area
• Experience in promotion and formation of WASH committees/Water user groups with community participation
• Experience in conflict and protracted emergencies
• Experience in leading teams through one or more emergency, resource-scarce locations.
• Proven analytical skills, think strategically and propose new approaches/changes
• Capacity to train others in the analytical and technical tools.
• Ability to recognize triggers for slow onset emergencies and communicate them to management
• Commitment to promoting gender equity in all aspects of an organization’s work.
• Understanding of managing security and risk within an INGO context.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to motivate, influence, and negotiate.
• Computer literate and sound knowledge of Word and Excel.

Desirable:

• Experience of working in South Sudan, and understanding of the context of where the crisis is located.

• Experience of working and living in challenging, insecure areas and remote environments.

Special Skills, Aptitude or Personality Requirements:

Team player with significant experience in team building with strong organisational, interpersonal and communications skills. Understanding and sensitivity to cross cultural issues; ability to work and remain calm under pressure; good people development and motivation skills. Flexible and adaptable to changing environments. Diplomatic; a commitment to working through systems of community participation and mobilization. Willingness to travel and live under basic conditions. Needs to have initiative and be able to work with minimal supervision

Applications to be submitted through https://jobs.concern.net. CV’s should be maximum 4 pages in length.

Due to the urgency of this position, applications will be short listed on a regular basis and we may offer posts before the closing date.

Concern Worldwide is an Irish-based non-governmental, international, humanitarian organisation dedicated to the reduction of suffering and working towards the ultimate elimination of extreme poverty in the world’s poorest countries.

Concern has a Staff Code of Conduct and a Programme Participant Protection Policy which have been developed to ensure the maximum protection of programme participants from exploitation and to clarify the responsibilities of Concern staff, consultants, visitors to the programme and partner organization, and the standards of behaviour expected of them. In this context staff have a responsibility to the organization to strive for, and maintain, the highest standards in the day-to-day conduct in their workplace in accordance with Concern’s core values and mission. Any candidate offered a job with Concern Worldwide will be expected to sign the Programme Participant Protection Policy and the Concern Staff Code of Conduct as an appendix to their contract of employment. By signing the Programme Participant Protection Policy and the Concern Staff Code of Conduct candidates acknowledge that they have understood the contents of both the Concern Staff Code of Conduct and the Programme Participant Protection Policy and agree to conduct themselves in accordance with the provisions of these two documents.

Concern receives a substantial amount of funding from external donors each year. Increasingly donors are introducing requirements whereby future funding is conditional on Concern ensuring that the names of any new employee or volunteer do not appear on terrorism lists generated by the European Union (List of person, groups and entities to which Regulation (EC No. 2580/2001 applies), the US Government (Office of Foreign Assets Control list of specially designated Nationals and Blocked Persons) and the United Nations (Consolidated List). Any offer of employment (either paid or voluntary) with Concern Worldwide will not be made pending a clearance check being conducted on the applicant. For additional information please consult our web site or contact the Human Resource Division in our Head Office.

Concern Worldwide is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

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Background

Under the supervision of the Economics Advisor, the National Economist advises Senior Management on macro-economic policies and trends and relevant linkages to UNDP programmes. The National Economist provides analysis for formulation of strategies and briefings to Senior Management. Under the supervision of the Economics Advisor, the National Economist works with Government and counterparts to identify alternative economic and development policy options and to enhance the policy impact of UNDP projects and programmes.

The National Economist maintains a network with colleagues from UNDP, UN agencies, International Financial Institutions, Government officials, multilateral and bilateral donors and civil society.

Duties and Responsibilities

Summary of key functions:

• Provide advice and support to UNDP management, programmes and projects;
• Provide advice to UNDP and counterparts and facilitate knowledge building;
• Ensure creation of strategic partnerships and support to resource mobilization;
• Advocate and promote awareness of UNDP’s mandate and mission

Provide advice and support to UNDP management, programmes and projects focusing on achievement of the following results:

• Track economic data, provide periodic analysis of economic and development issues and write relevant reports aimed at promoting equitable economic growth and human development.
• Provide analysis and substantive inputs to UNDAF, CPD and other strategic documents.
• Provide economic inputs to all relevant UNDP programmes and projects for aligning
• UNDP programmes with national policies and priorities.
• Analyze economic environment and synthesize proposals on possible areas for UNDP support to ensure that UNDP programmes are in line with national policies and priorities and are strategically positioned.
• Coordinate the production and launch of reports, including National Human Development Reports and Sustainable Development Reports.

Provide advice to UNDP and counterparts and facilitate knowledge building focusing on achievement of the following results:

• Analyze the country’s macro-economic policies and their impact on poverty reduction, growth, equity, etc.
• Contribute to knowledge networks and communities of practice through identification of best practices and lessons learned.
• Support to the management of the office in facilitation of policy dialogue on economic issues with the Government, private sector, civil society and donors.
• Provide capacity building support on economic issues to office staff.

Ensure creation of strategic partnerships and support to resource mobilization focusing on achievement of the following results:

• Assist UNDP in resource mobilization by preparing analytical papers documentation for donor and consultative meetings.
• Analyze and research information on donors; preparation of substantive briefs on possible areas of cooperation.
• Assist in creating strategic partnerships by preparing notes, speeches and statements for UNDP officials and consultative meetings.

Advocate and promote awareness of UNDP’s mandate and mission focusing on achievement of the following results:

• Advocate for the Sustainable Development Goals, Human Development and equitable economic growth by participating in relevant forums, conferences and trainings.
• Support to monitoring progress and formulation of strategies towards the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals.
• Manage events and publications on economic issues.

Competencies

Functional Competencies:

Advocacy/Advancing a Policy-Oriented Agenda

Preparing information for advocacy

• Identifies and communicates relevant information for a variety of audiences for advocating UNDP’s mandate.
• Maintains a functioning network of contacts with a variety of stakeholders to promote a better understanding of UNDP’s mandate and to support advocacy efforts.

Building Strategic Partnerships

Maintaining a network of contacts

• Maintains an established network of contacts for general information sharing and to remain up-to-date on partnership related issues.
• Analyzes and selects materials for strengthening strategic alliances with partners and stakeholders.
• Establishes and nurtures positive communication with partners.

Promoting Organizational Learning and Knowledge Sharing

Basic research and analysis

• Generates new ideas and approaches, researches best practices and proposes new, more effective ways of doing things.
• Documents and analyses innovative strategies and new approaches.

Job Knowledge/Technical Expertise.

Fundamental knowledge of own discipline

• Understands and applies fundamental concepts and principles of a professional discipline or technical specialty relating to the position.
• Possesses basic knowledge of organizational policies and procedures relating to the position and applies them consistently in work tasks.
• Analyzes the requirements and synthesizes proposals.
• Strives to keep job knowledge up-to-date through self-directed study and other means of learning.
• Demonstrates good knowledge of information technology and applies it in work assignments.

Creating Visibility for UNDP/Supporting UNDP’s Capacity to Advocate

Research and data analysis

• Maintains networks and knowledge assets for use in visibility and image activities.
• Makes recommendations on the design and delivery of image activities.

Global Leadership and Advocacy for UNDP’s Goals

Preparing information for global advocacy

• Identifies and communicates relevant information for advocacy for UNDP’s goals for a variety of audiences.
• Maintains a functioning network of contacts in the media and civil society, to promote a better understanding of UNDP’s mandate and to support advocacy efforts.

Conceptual Innovation in the Provision of Technical Expertise

Research and analysis

• Keeps updated in his/her area of substantive expertise.
• Analyses ongoing trends, evolving needs and emerging issues to identify appropriate responses for capacity building.

Client Orientation

Establishing effective client relationships

• Researches potential solutions to internal and external client needs and reports back in a timely, succinct and appropriate fashion.
• Organizes and prioritizes work schedule to meet client needs and deadlines.
• Establishes, builds and sustains effective relationships within the work unit and with internal and external clients.

Core Competencies:

• Demonstrating/safeguarding ethics and integrity
• Demonstrate corporate knowledge and sound judgment
• Self-development, initiative-taking
• Acting as a team player and facilitating team work
• Facilitating and encouraging open communication in the team, communicating effectively
• Creating synergies through self-control
• Managing conflict
• Learning and sharing knowledge and encourage the learning of others. Promoting learning and knowledge management/sharing is the responsibility of each staff member.
• Informed and transparent decision making

Required Skills and Experience

Master’s Degree in Economics. Two(2) years of relevant experience at the national or international level. Experience in research and policy-level analysis. Experience in design, monitoring and evaluation of development projects. Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages, experience in handling of web-based management systems and advanced programmes for statistical analysis of data.

Language Requirements:

Fluency in English, with good working knowledge of Arabic an asset.

Interested applicants should apply online through the below link:

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Background

The Access to Justice and Rule of Law Project supports the Judiciary of South Sudan; the Ministry of Justice; and the Ministry of Interior, including the South Sudan National Police Service and the National Prisons Service of South Sudan, and supports traditional justice and community level interventions through a sector-wide, holistic approach designed to increase the availability, affordability, adaptability, and acceptability of justice services in South Sudan. UNDP’s support contributes to the provision of equitable access to justice, and promotion of law and order through accountable and transparent formal and informal institutions. The project currently has staff co-located in rule of law institutions in Juba, Aweil, Torit, Wau and Yambio, and is planning to expand this presence in 2016 to include Bor.

The project contributes to the Interim Cooperation Framework (ICF) Output 3 and the new UNDP Country Programme Document (July 2016-December 2017) Pillar 2: Peace and Governance Strengthened.

As a member of the Access to Justice an Rule of Law project, the M&E Specialist will focus on enhancing the effectiveness of UNDP’s Access to Justice and Rule of Law programming in South Sudan through the development and implementation of robust monitoring and evaluation systems, policies and strategies; management of risk through the design and implementation of a risk management mechanism; quality assurance of project implementation; contribution to reporting requirements; and generation of key lessons learned and best practices and project achievements for internal and external distribution. The Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist will report to the Access to Justice and Rule of Law Project Manager, and work in close collaboration with the project team, Programme and Partnership Support Unit, Democratic Governance and Stabilisation Unit. S/he will also work with implementing partners and counterparts in the execution of monitoring and evaluation activities.

Duties and Responsibilities

Summary of key functions

• Develop and implement monitoring and evaluation systems and strategies.
• Support quality assurance
• Establish knowledge building/sharing systems

Develop and implement monitoring and evaluation systems and strategies:

• Review and revise monitoring and evaluation systems, guidelines and procedures;
• Work closely with the Project Manager, project team, Programme and Partnership Support Unit and Democratic Governance and Stabilisation Unit to implement project-level M&E functions;
• Identify project risk areas and advise management of risks and potential mitigation measures;
• Contribute to project and country office strategic planning initiatives, including the development of project documents, concept notes and annual work plans;
• Monitor the implementation of project evaluation and audit recommendations and management responses;
• Provide inputs and oversight of information for project progress reports and the Results-Oriented Annual Report;
• Undertake any other relevant activities as required in relation to executing the project plan.

Support quality assurance

• In consultation with the Project Manager, Programme and Partnership Support Unit and Democratic Governance and Stabilisation Unit, assess project risk areas and work with project staff to minimize risk exposure levels;
• Regularly review and maintain the project’s issue, M&E and risk plans in Atlas, and ensure their implementation;
• Ensure the project complies with the Harmonised Approach to Cash Transfer (HACT) and Social and Environmental Standard Procedures and other corporate requirements;
• Support the development of systems to foster improvements in the application of internal control systems and in the maintenance of compliance standards;
• Advise the project staff and implementing partners on control systems, assess their effectiveness and general operational compliance with UNDP rules, regulations and policies;
• In consultation with the Project Manager, Programme and Partnership Support Unit and Democratic Governance and Stabilisation Unit, assess work processes and structures to ensure project activities are carried out with maximum efficiency.

Facilitate of knowledge building and knowledge sharing of the project’s best practices, lessons learned and achievements, focusing on the following results:

• Establish and implement a system for documenting best practices, lessons learned and achievements based on current project objectives and future programming strategies;
• Generate knowledge products on project results and strategies for internal and external distribution;
• Identify evaluation findings, lessons learned and recommendations for the project to be integrated into broader knowledge management efforts;
• Collaborate and coordinate with other UN agencies, government agencies, NGOs, and other organizations on monitoring and evaluation issues;
• Support results-oriented monitoring and evaluation trainings in the Country Office;
• Remain abreast of latest development and professional norms, standards, tools and methodologies.

Competencies

Corporate Competencies:

• Demonstrates integrity by modelling the UN’s values and ethical standards;
• Promotes the vision, mission, and strategic goals of UNDP;

• Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability.;

• Treats all people fairly without favouritism.

Functional Competencies:

Knowledge Management and Learning

• Promotes an environment of knowledge sharing and learning in the project through personal example;
• Possesses excellent communication skills in English language (written and oral) and ability to present detailed information in a reader-friendly and results-oriented manner.

Development and Operational Effectiveness:

• Possesses substantive knowledge and understanding of monitoring and evaluation approaches, including grasp of methodological and operational dimensions relevant to the implementation of the project;
• Demonstrates excellent understanding of current development issues, particularly those pertinent to access to justice and rule of law within the context of South Sudan;
• Demonstrates the ability to go beyond established procedures and models, to create new approaches that respond to the actual demands of the project;
• Demonstrates good knowledge of the UNDP Results Management Guide and Toolkit.

Management and Leadership:

• Builds strong relationships with partners;
• Focuses on the impact and result of project programming and responds positively to feedback;
• Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude;
• Demonstrates openness to change and ability to manage complexities.

Leads teams effectively and shows mentoring as well as conflict resolution skills

Required Skills and Experience

Education

• Master’s Degree in International Relations, Political Science, and Law or related social sciences. A Bachelor’s degree in the same areas with 7 years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a Master’s degree;
• Specialised training in monitoring and evaluation is an advantage.

Experience

• At least five (5) years of relevant experience at the national and international level in international development programming, within which three (3) years were focused on monitoring and evaluation.
• Proven experience in conducting large-scale evaluations, writing and editing assessment and progress reports.
• Experience in a post-conflict environment is essential.
• Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages, experience in handling of web based management systems.

Language Requirements:

Fluency in English, with good working knowledge of Arabic an asset.

Interested applicants should apply online through the below link:

https://jobs.partneragencies.net/erecruitjobs.html?JobOpeningId=3451

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World Vision (WV) is a humanitarian, development and advocacy organisation devoted to improving the lives of children, families and their communities around the world. Our 45,000+ staff members working in more than 90 countries are united through our ethos, mission and shared desire for all individuals, especially children, to overcome poverty, inequality and injustice.

Here’s where you come in:

As Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Advisor you will provide strategic and technical support in design, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of Water supply, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) programs within World Vision (WV) South Sudan areas of operation in order to achieve the desired high impact on child wellbeing. You will play a key role in representing WV South Sudan at key WASH technical meetings and with the donors, and will liaise with the Ministry of Water and Ministry of Health (or their equivalents), including liaison on behalf of WV South Sudan with Water Authorities, as well as various related NGO partners. You will also be required to effectively plan, implement and monitor WASH program in South Sudan innovatively.

Requirements include:

• M.Sc. Degree in Water Resource Engineering, Environmental Sanitation & related engineering fields.
• At least 5 years relevant experience in WASH in an international NGO or similar organization with minimum of 2 years managerial position.
• Proven experience of managing donor(s) funded projects or programs.
• Fluent in oral and written English and French.
• Work environment: Office-based with frequent travel to the field.

Is this the job for you?

World Vision is dedicated to our team members’ development and their success. We aspire for all employees to be fulfilled through their work and their contributions to an organisation working to provide long-term sustainable solutions to the world’s most vulnerable people.

Find the full responsibilities and requirements for this position online and apply by the closing date. For more information on World Vision International, please visit our website: www.wvi.org. Due to the number of applications received, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Background

The Republic of South Sudan/ Inter-Governmental Authority for Development (RSS/IGAD) Regional Initiative aims to support state-building through the identification and deployment of 139 qualified Civil Servants from IGAD Member States. These Civil Servants will be contracted by RSS and deployed in strategic functions within RSS national ministries, commissions; and state-level local government to strengthen institutional ability through provision of longer-term surge capacity transfer, in order to strengthen service delivery to the people of South Sudan.

Under the overall guidance of the Project Manager; and the direct supervision of the Project Management Specialist, the incumbent will provide administrative support for smooth implementation of the RSS/IGAD Regional Initiative in compliance with all relevant UNDP rules and regulations.

The Travel Associate will work in close collaboration with the Operations, Programme and project staff; and promote a client, quality and results-oriented approach consistent with UNDP rules and regulations.

Duties and Responsibilities

Summary of Key Functions:

• Provision of travel services/Support to travel management processes,
• Implementation of sourcing strategies
• Support to knowledge building and knowledge sharing

Contributes to implementation of sourcing strategy focusing on achievement of the following result:

• Processing of Purchase orders for travel in Atlas. Ensures availability of budget according to COA.
• Processing of cost-recovery bills in Atlas for the travel services provided by UNDP to other Agencies
• Follow-up with contracted travel agent to ensure provision of high quality professional service and most competitive price.
• Provision of information to the staff and Civil Service Support Officers (CSSOs) on travel including entitlements, travel route and hotel arrangement.
• Arrangements for security clearance when required.
• Processing travel authorization and travel claims in line with travel entitlements for staff, CSSOs, consultants, and visitors, ensuring that the travel arrangement follows UNDP rules of most direct route and most competitive prices.
• Hotel reservations for CSSOs, South Sudanese counterparts, and supervisors during induction and review sessions; Project Board Members and Project events.
• Processing requests for visas for all Project travelers, as well as requests for Resident Permit and Diplomatic Identification Card for international staff.
• Arrangement for airport pick-up of high-level officials and support to expediting of customs and immigration procedures, as necessary.
• Processing of application and renewal of UNLP for Project staff.
• Preparation of routine correspondence, faxes, memoranda and reports in accordance with Country Office SOP.
• Preparation of consolidated reports on Project ticket issuance; and payment logs for effective financial management.
• Reconciliation of settlements to be paid by the Finance Unit.

Contributes to implementation of sourcing strategy focusing on achievement of the following result:

• In liaison with the Procurement Unit, collect and analyze market situation on travel service area; and conduct of surveys/biddings of travel services.
• Support the conduct of surveys and analysis of most competitive hotel prices and quality of hotel services; submission of report to the Country Office and distribution of the approved hotel lists to Project staff and CSSOs.
• Support the preparation of LTAs for travel and hotel services for the Project and Unit.

Supports knowledge building and knowledge sharing in the CO focusing on achievement of the following results:

• Participation in the training for the programme, operations and projects staff on procurement and travel.
• Sound contributions to knowledge networks and communities of practice

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Competencies

Functional Competencies:

Building Strategic Partnerships

Maintaining information and databases

• Analyzes general information and selects materials in support of partnership building initiatives

Promoting Organizational Learning and Knowledge Sharing

Basic research and analysis

• Researches best practices and poses new, more effective ways of doing things

Job Knowledge/Technical Expertise

Fundamental knowledge of processes, methods and procedures

• Understands the main processes and methods of work regarding to the position
• Possesses basic knowledge of organizational policies and procedures relating to the position and applies them consistently in work tasks
• Demonstrates good knowledge of information technology and applies it in work assignments

Promoting Organizational Change and Development

Presentation of information on best practices in organizational chang

• Demonstrates ability to identify problems and proposes solutions

Design and Implementation of Management Systems

Data gathering and implementation of management systems

• Uses information/databases/other management systems

Client Orientation

Maintains effective client relationships

• Reports to internal and external clients in a timely and appropriate fashion
• Organizes and prioritizes work schedule to meet client needs and deadlines
• Responds to client needs promptly

Promoting Accountability and Results-Based Management

Gathering and disseminating information

• Gathers and disseminates information on best practice in accountability and results-based management systems

Core Competencies:

• Demonstrating/safeguarding ethics and integrity
• Demonstrate corporate knowledge and sound judgment
• Self-development, initiative-taking
• Acting as a team player and facilitating team work
• Facilitating and encouraging open communication in the team, communicating effectively
• Creating synergies through self-control
• Managing conflict
• Learning and sharing knowledge and encourage the learning of others. Promoting learning and knowledge management/sharing is the responsibility of each staff member.
• Informed and transparent decision making

Required Skills and Experience

Education:

Secondary education. Specialized training in procurement and travel desirable. University Degree in Business or Public Administration desirable, but it is not a requirement.

Experience:

• 6 years of relevant administrative experience in the areas of administration, procurement or travel service.
• Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.) and knowledge of automated procurement systems, experience in handling of web based management systems.

Language Requirements:

Fluency in English, with good working knowledge of Arabic an asset.

Interested applicants should apply online through the below link:

https://jobs.partneragencies.net/erecruitjobs.html?JobOpeningId=3637

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Background

The Republic of South Sudan/ Inter-Governmental Authority for Development (RSS/IGAD) Regional Initiative aims to support state-building through the identification and deployment of 139 qualified Civil Servants from IGAD Member States. These Civil Servants will be contracted by RSS and deployed in strategic functions within RSS national ministries, commissions; and state-level local government to strengthen institutional ability through provision of longer-term surge capacity transfer, in order to strengthen service delivery to the people of South Sudan.

Under the overall guidance of the Project Manager; and the direct supervision of the Project Management Specialist, the incumbent will provide administrative support for smooth implementation of the RSS/IGAD Regional Initiative in compliance with all relevant UNDP rules and regulations.

The Administrative Associate will work in close collaboration with the Operations, Programme and project staff; and promote a client, quality and results-oriented approach consistent with UNDP rules and regulations.

Duties and Responsibilities

Summary of Key Functions :

• Provision of effective and efficient administrative support service.
• Support to supply and assets management
• Procurement and proper common services
• Support to knowledge building and knowledge sharing

Ensures effective and efficient provision of administrative support services, focusing on achievement of the following results:

• Coordination and supervision of Project support staff, general services, operational support, etc.
• Coordination and supervision of shipments and customs clearance, events management, administrative surveys, transportation services and insurance, space management (including preparing budgets and other materials, coordinating travel and lodging of participants, paying DSA, etc.), procurement of supplies.
• Support with protocol matters, registration of staff, coordination with local authorities, on space and other administrative matters.
• Submission of information on administrative services provided for cost-recovery bills.
• Maintain project filing system. Register and keep track of contracts and other documents related to the project according to the relevant UNDP rules and regulations.
• Review and maintain incoming and outgoing communications; draft correspondences, memos.
• Coordinate necessary arrangements for international and national experts missions, advise the stakeholders on all aspects of mission programming and logistics.
• Compile, copy and distribute all project reports.

Provides support to proper supply and assets management, focusing on achievement of the following result:

• Coordination of Project assets management, timely preparation and submission of periodic inventory reports, coordination of physical verification of inventory items.
• Coordination of the provision of reliable and quality office supplies.

Procurement and proper common services:

• Keep track of all project related transactions, including filing of the contracts with Civil Srvice Support Officers (CSSOs), receipts, inventory of purchased equipment, materials under the project in order to ensure information needed for auditing purposes be easily available; maintain tracking, monitoring and/or reporting systems regarding allocations and expenditures.
• Set up contracts with CSSOs and monitor/maintain staff leave records in compliance with UNDP recruitment procedures and carry out salary and/or other eligible expenses of the CSSOs (i.e. DSA, travel, etc.) payment arrangements according to existing contracts.
• Maintain a procurement plan, participate in conducting procurement tenders and follow up on procurement contracts for goods and services.
• Ensure proper use of project assets, maintain office equipment and keep inventory list.
• Provide support for the Ministry of Labour, Public Service and Human Resource Development (MoLPS&HRD) in the HR related project matters throughout the entire recruitment process, contracting and timely disbursement of salaries for the CSSOs.
• Maintenance of project common services to ensure integrated and effective delivery.
• Proper planning and tracking of common services budget and of Agencies contributions to the common services account.
• Provide support in the use of Atlas (external module and intranet resources) for monitoring and reporting
• Perform other duties as required.

Support knowledge building and knowledge sharing focusing on achievement of the following results:

• Synthesis of lessons learnt and best practices in administrative and financial management

• Sound contributions to knowledge networks and communities of practice

Competencies

Functional Competencies:

Building Strategic Partnerships

Maintaining information and databases

• Analyzes general information and selects materials in support of partnership building initiatives
• Maintains databases of donor information

Promoting Organizational Learning and Knowledge Sharing

Basic research and analysis

• Researches best practices and poses new, more effective ways of doing things
• Documents innovative strategies and new approaches
• Identifies and communicates opportunities to promote learning and knowledge sharing

Job Knowledge/Technical Expertise

Fundamental knowledge of processes, methods and procedures

• Understands the main processes and methods of work regarding to the position
• Possesses basic knowledge of organizational policies and procedures relating to the position and applies them consistently in work tasks
• Identifies new and better approaches to work processes and incorporates same in own work
• Strives to keep job knowledge up-to-date through self-directed study and other means of learning
• Demonstrates good knowledge of information technology and applies it in work assignments

Promoting Organizational Change and Development

Presentation of information on best practices in organizational change

• Documents ‘best practices’ in organizational change and development within and outside the UN system
• Demonstrates ability to identify problems and proposes solutions

Design and Implementation of Management Systems

Data gathering and implementation of management systems

• Uses information/databases/other management systems
• Provides inputs to the development of simple system components
• Makes recommendations related to work procedures and implementation of management systems

Client Orientation

Maintains effective client relationships

• Reports to internal and external clients in a timely and appropriate fashion
• Organizes and prioritizes work schedule to meet client needs and deadlines
• Establishes, builds and sustains effective relationships within the work unit and with internal and external clients
• Responds to client needs promptly

Promoting Accountability and Results-Based Management

Gathering and disseminating information

• Gathers and disseminates information on best practice in accountability and results-based management systems
• Prepares timely inputs to reports
• Maintains databases

Core Competencies:

• Demonstrating/safeguarding ethics and integrity
• Demonstrate corporate knowledge and sound judgment
• Self-development, initiative-taking
• Acting as a team player and facilitating team work
• Facilitating and encouraging open communication in the team, communicating effectively
• Creating synergies through self-control
• Managing conflict
• Learning and sharing knowledge and encourage the learning of others. Promoting learning and knowledge management/sharing is the responsibility of each staff member.
• nformed and transparent decision making

Required Skills and Experience

Education:

Secondary education. Certification in Administration. University Degree in Business or Public Administration desirable, but it is not a requirement.

Experience:

• 6 years of relevant experience in administration, or programme support service.
• Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.). Experience in handling of web-based management systems.

Language Requirements:

Fluency in English and with good working knowledge of Arabic is an asset.

Interested applicants should apply online through the below link:

https://jobs.partneragencies.net/erecruitjobs.html?JobOpeningId=3636

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Vac**an**c**y Announcement: JUB/CLT/16/01**

Tit**l**e - Culture Programme Specialist

3 months, with possibility of renewal

Overall purpose of the assignment:
The consultant will be based in Juba, South Sudan, and work in the framework of the UNESCO Culture Programme for South Sudan implementing national priorities in line with UNESCO’s Priority, Africa Flagship Programmes and the Africa Union’s Vision 2063 in order to achieve relevant SDGs for South Sudan.

Major Duties and Responsibilities
Under the direct supervision of the Head of Office in Juba, and in coordination with UNESCO Headquarters and the Regional Office for Eastern Africa, the Consultant will perform the following functions:

1. Contribute to the overall guidance, planning, coordination, management, and evaluation of the projects and programmes, the development and establishment of the work plans, monitoring compliance, and providing support and guidance to make sure national objectives are attained;
2. Provide technical advice and support to the South Sudanese government counterparts and other local partners in the field of culture and sports, to promote a culture of peace and non-violence, to involve women and young people in the political and economic processes, to promote traditional and contemporary culture as generators for understanding and economic growth, and to promote the documentation of cultural history;
3. Manage a number of ongoing projects and activities mainly in the fields of building national institutions, i.e. National Archives, National Theatre, National Museum, as well as activities related to youth empowerment, the role of sports in peace building, activities related to peace building and strengthening national identity, promoting the diversity of cultural expressions and the creative industries and safeguarding intangible cultural heritage.
4. Contribute to the full integration of UNESCO’s Culture Programme within the UN Country Team (UNCT) systems, especially relating to culture, youth empowerment and peace building; and provide inputs at all stages of the programming processes, i.e. the situation analysis, programme strategy, planning, monitoring and evaluation, and courses of action for achievement of programme objectives.
5. Conduct field assessment visits where necessary for evaluating projects effectiveness, identifying problems and instituting timely remedial measures.
6. Follow up on fundraising efforts in line with the UNESCO Culture Programme for South Sudan.
7. Maintain good working relationships with all partners involved in the projects, including UN, Government, Donors, Civil Society, and Private Sector.
8. Identify counterparts and implementing partners, and carry out the necessary selection and contracting procedures.
9. Ensure the implementation of the UNESCO 1972, 2003, and 2005 Conventions in South Sudan and promote the benefits of ratification of the 1954, 1970 and 2001 UNESCO Conventions.
10. Ensure the visibility of UNESCO’s Culture Programme and its respective donors in South Sudan particularly on UN and UNESCO international days.

Skills and Qualification:

1. Master Degree, preferably in areas related to Culture, Anthropology, or Social Sciences.
2. Minimum three years solid experience in project planning and management (including budgeting and monitoring), ideally in the field of culture
3. Solid track record and experience in working on multi-stakeholder projects
4. Knowledge of UNESCO Culture Programme and priorities, especially cultural policies
5. Solid communications skills with demonstrated ability to synthesize ideas and present them clearly

COMPETENCIES: • Excellent coordination, planning and facilitation skills; • Strong oral and written communication skills in English; • Very good interpersonal, team work and presentation skills; • Cultural awareness and sensitivity; • Strong computer skills.

UNESCO does not charge any fees for accepting applications

Complete application, including CV and cover letter, should be emailed to juba@unesco.org.

Please include the vacancy Title in the subject line of the e-mail on your application to juba@unesco.org.

M & E Coordinator - South Sudan
Norwegian Refugee Council

The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is a non-governmental, humanitarian organization with 60 years of experience in helping to create a safer and more dignified life for refugees and internally displaced people. NRC advocates for the rights of displaced populations and offers assistance within the shelter, education, emergency food security, legal assistance, and water,sanitation and hygiene sectors.
The Norwegian Refugee Council has approximately 5000 committed and competent employees involved in projects across four continents. In addition, NRC runs one of the world’s largest standby rosters -NORCAP, with 650 professionals, ready to be deployed on 72 hours notice when a crisis occurs

The role of the M&E Coordinator is to establish and implement systems to promote evidence-based decision-making, programme and project performance, and internal management. The M&E Coordinator will contribute to quality programming through supporting access to and use of relevant and timely information on programme scale, relevance, and effectiveness. Within this context, the M&E Project Coordinator will provide technical support to in-country staff pertaining to M&E and build capacity in the country mission by identifying and supporting the implementation of effective, cost efficient and meaningful M&E systems.

Job description

• Adherence to NRC policies, guidance and procedures.
• Support and contribute to the development and implementation of M&E systems, including M&E SOPs, guidance and tools.
• Participate in programme design and proposal discussions, including theory of change development, log frame design and budgeting for M&E.
• Support programme staff in planning for and executing M&E, including, data collection methodology and tools and data management, analysis and use.
• Support the implementation, dissemination and use of evaluations, assessments and monitoring data in programme development, adjustment or review.
• Contribute to organisational learning through supporting specific analysis, lessons learned and reports.
• Capacity building and training of programme and M&E support staff on M&E technical and conceptual areas.
• Supervise and mentor M&E support staff in executing M&E plans.
• Contribute to the design of M&E staffing structure and resourcing, including collaboration with programme staff to identify and plan for M&E needs.
• Take lead in setting up Area Biweekly Monthly Projects Reporting trackers including other regular country level reports required at regional and head quarter levels respectively.
• Support the area teams to improve quality of monitoring, evaluation and accurate reporting, including training and coaching, development of M&E plans etc.
• Work closely with Core Competency Specialists to ensure that projects utilise as relevant and addition to donor requirements, industry standard as well as mandatory indicators during the project design and reporting.
• Work closely with program support staff & area level M&E officers to implement project level assessments, including PDMs, and multisector area level assessments where relevant, using mobile data collection methodologies.
• Ensure the South Sudan M&E team is able to articulate and document relevant best practices and assess performance regularly against agreed program objectives and indicators.
• Support and contribute to the development of a data management system through documentation, implementation and coordination of standardizes information flow of M&E activities and reporting

Qualifications

• At least 5 years experience in an international NGO preferably in an emergency or post-conflict setting, including M&E capacity and systems development
• Thorough experience with and knowledge of principles and current approaches to monitoring and evaluation in relief and development programs, using both quantitative and qualitative methods
• Understanding of data and information needs for program management and decision making
• Experience in facilitating the capacity building efforts of diverse colleagues, including local partner agencies
• Demonstrated ability to transfer knowledge to diverse audiences through training, mentoring and other formal and non-formal methods
• High level English language proficiency (speaking, reading, writing)
• Analytic and computer skills, including MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Access)
• Experience using SPSS, STATA, Epi Info, or R

Education field

• Social sciense

Education level

• College / University, Bachelor's degree

Personal qualities

• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organisational and team working skills
• Good cultural awareness and sensitivity
• Highly approachable, trustworthy and confidential
• Advanced English Language level (Business English is a plus)
• Knowledge of the NGO operations and the dynamics of the humanitarian sector is a plus
• Good level of proficiency in Windows Excel and quantitative analysis (SPSS preferred)
• Excellent communication skills in English
• Proven presentation, training and facilitation skills

Language

• English

We offer

• Commencement: As soon as possible
• Duty Station: Juba
• Duration of Contract: 1 year contract with possible extension
• Salary/Benefits: According to NRC's general directions. The candidate will observe NRC's code of conduct and working hours for the NRC office in Juba.

Miscellaneous info

• Travel: Some travelling must be expected

Please, apply through www.nrc.no, then vacancies.

16-229: Site Manager

Country: South Sudan

Department: International Operations

Essential Job Duties/Scope of Work:

International Medical Corps is a global, humanitarian, nonprofit organization dedicated to saving lives and relieving suffering through health care training and relief and development programs. Established in 1984 by volunteer doctors and nurses, International Medical Corps is a private, voluntary, nonpolitical, nonsectarian organization. Its mission is to improve the quality of life through health interventions and related activities that build local capacity in underserved communities worldwide. By offering training and health care to local populations and medical assistance to people at highest risk, and with the flexibility to respond rapidly to emergency situations, International Medical Corps rehabilitates devastated health care systems and helps bring them back to self-reliance.

PROGRAM BACKGROUND

International Medical Corps is anticipating funding through the Health Pooled Fund-South Sudan to support the Nzara County Health Department. The HPF is a consortia donor that works in partnership with the Ministry of Health of South Sudan to strengthen the health system and improve health service delivery at all levels of health care. The health system is administered through the state ministry of health and the County Health Department. The CHD oversees all health service delivery at county hospital and primary health care facilities. This project focuses on working closely with the CHD to ensure quality service delivery across all the primary health care facilities, building the CHD capacity for effective leadership and governance and improving referral services from the primary health care facilities to county hospitals. International Medical Corps will be supporting the County Health Department to train and build capacity of the management, clinicians, nurses, midwives and other staff in the Primary Health Care facilities. The International Medical Corps in partnership with the Health Pooled Fund and Ministry of Health is looking for an experienced Site Manager to provide oversight for the direct implementation of this project.

JOB SUMMARY

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function with or without reasonable accommodation

1. Project Management

Work closely with the Program Manager and Nzara County Health Department team to determine the operational needs of the project within the scope of the grants

Analyze data gathered from the Primary Health care facilities, track progress and performance of the project with the aim to examine alternative strategies to meet the set targets

Compile high quality narrative reports for the monthly and quarterly reports, ensuring statistics are correct and on time

Implement and maintain prescribed reporting systems using the Program Monitoring Tools (PMT) to monitor and evaluate the objectives, indicators and outcomes of the country programs

Contribute to production of proposals for new projects

Work directly to supervise the field finance and logistics personnel to procure program supplies within program budgets in a timely manner, follow up and ensure that procurement is within acceptable standards.

Liaise closely with the County Health department, State Ministry of Health and other local authorities, donor and partner agencies to ensure program compliance with donor policies and regulations and complementary with other agencies' efforts

Maintain flexibility to take on added responsibility as and when needed

1. Representation

Attend coordination meetings which are relevant to project

Represent IMC at task force meetings, assessment missions, UN coordination meetings, INGO coordination meetings as appropriate

Contribute to the creation of a positive image and overall credibility of the organization, notably through the application of the organizations Code of Conduct, ethics, values and stand-point with regard to internal and external actors

1. Human Resources Management

Supervise staff to ensure their smooth and effective operations

Assist in the selection and training of qualified program staff and recommend promotions, disciplinary action and termination of staff in consultation with the Program Coordinator, Country Director and Finance Director

Ensure compliance to local labor laws including working hours

1. Training/ Capacity Building

Work directly with County Health Department to build capacity through trainings, joint facility support supervsion

Determine training needs for subordinate staff

Train CHD staff to increase their responsibilities in order to build capacity and ensure sustainability of programs

Advocate and plan for professional development for all subordinate staff

1. Working Relationships

Maintain frequent communication with Program Manager to ensure program activities and objectives are communicated

Work with Logistics staff to ensure the coordination of programs supplies are within budgeted targets

Interface with national government and relevant agencies as necessary

1. Security

Ensures application and compliance of security protocols and policies

1. Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse

Actively promote PSEA (Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse) standards within International Medical Corps and amongst beneficiaries served by International Medical Corps.

1. Other duties as assigned. The duties and responsibilities listed are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all inclusive.

Qualifications:

Educational Level:

· A medical background (nurse, midwife medical doctor,) with preferably a Master’s degree level in public health or other related discipline.

· At least 3 years of experience in coordinating and managing health system strengthening projects

· Demonstrated experience working with host government ministry of health authorities

· Proven expertise and experience in conflict and/or post-conflict health

· Very extensive experience project planning, implementation, M&E, financial management and procurement

· Excellent interpersonal, motivational and management skills with extensive experience and staff capacity building.

· Experience in effectively dealing with international and headquarters staff, as well as donor agencies, government officials, and other NGOs; the ability to work with a broad spectrum of people.

· Ability to exercise sound judgment and make decisions independently.

· Extremely flexible, and have the ability to cope with stressful situations and frustrations.

· Ability to relate to and motivate local staff effectively.

· Creativity and the ability to work with limited resources.

· Must work independently under difficult conditions.

· Excellent communication skills in both oral and written English; Arabic language a plus

How to apply: Please go to: https://careers.internationalmedicalcorps.org/Careers.aspx?adata=ELpyXy%2fDYw3f0jRTwzXppIlzbqkcKtjTxbQVZ%2bFXfnUDyupmbNoM8%2fI5xkEi17UUeho2KZtwObl4xXrJZk5HEIH01XoGLIg5HS3wL%2bJl4CbICGjRHgTj78kg7b77uQsIP5zFX6bdv2Fk5EOwj5Dxx8QFgzSuaHzEaIlQAuMFHyGv9IFaq%2fcoXUqyg%2bRyycm1%2fQ%3d%3d follow the instructions for applying online.

International Medical Corps is proud to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, age, disability or status as a veteran.

Vétérinaires Sans Frontières Germany

Plot No 38, Block 39, Hai Malakal Residential Area

Email: juba@vsfg.org: Tel 0928775445

Juba, Republic of South Sudan

Terms of Reference; Project Officer – Veterinarian

Warrap State – South Sudan

Vétérinaires Sans Frontières Germany (VSF-G) is an international Non Governmental Organization, providing humanitarian aid and development assistance to pastoralists and vulnerable communities in areas where livestock is of importance. VSF-G supports in animal health, livestock related agriculture, marketing, food safety, drought responses and mitigation, capacity development of communities and governmental institutions, peace and conflict resolution with the ultimate aim of food security and strengthened livelihoods of pastoralist communities. In the region VSF Germany implements activities in the Republic of South Sudan, Kenya, Somalia and Ethiopia.

VSF Germany has been supporting pastoral livelihoods in South Sudan since 1997 working with communities in Upper Nile, Jonglei, Warrap, Eastern Equatoria and Lakes States through times of emergency and recovery to sustain, protect and restore livelihoods by direct provision; and capacity building for improved production and productivity, diversified production as well as local peace mechanisms and governance.

The traditional and umbrella approach to viable pastoral livelihoods has all along been Community Based Animal Health Service, implemented in integration with various approaches that address local as well as international humanitarian and development standards, practices and guidelines.

In Warrap State, VSF Germany is implementing a multi-thematic program comprising several projects that address agro-pastoral challenges that face the local communities.

VSF Germany is looking for an experienced veterinarian to support implementation of the livestock component of the program in Warrap State.

Responsibility

The veterinarian will be responsible and accountable for the efficiency and effectiveness of the implementation of the livestock activities within each project, and demonstration of attributable impact on the lives of beneficiaries. This is a 6 month contract, renewable contingent on subsequent funding.

The position reports to the Area Coordinator and is responsible for Stock Persons and Animal Health Auxiliaries assigned to the program.

Experience and qualification

· A degree level educational qualification in veterinary medicine;

· Community Based Animal Health Service implementation - at least 2 years;

· Pastoral livelihoods context spanning at least 2 years;

· Training and capacity building of auxiliary animal health service providers;

· Capacity building in veterinary governance and partnership.

Interested and qualified candidates may submit their application with CV or resume electronically to the following E-mail addresses: juba@vsfg.org and admin_hr@vsfg.org indicating on the subject line thus “VET Warrap” followed by an abbreviation of the applicant’s name. The closing date for receiving proposals is 15th May 2016. The selection exercise will take place as applications are received, terminating upon selection of the successful applicant.

POSITION TITLE: Senior Registered Nurse
COUNTRY PROGRAM: South Sudan - Aweil
RESPONSIBLE TO: Hospital Project Coordinator
STATUS: Full-Time
SUPERVISORY CAPACITY: Nurses, midwives, nursing staff and support staff
DATE: May 2016

COUNTRY MISSION

Since 1994 American Refugee Committee (ARC) has been operating in South Sudan which covers five states with programs and services reaching over 400,000 returnees, IDPs, refugees and host community members.

Currently, ARC implements Primary health care programs in Kapoeta South, Kapoeta East, Magwi, and Kajo Keji Counties. The implementation of secondary health care program is ongoing in Kapoeta Civil Hospital and Aweil State Hospital. This project is being implemented in Aweil State Hospital.

PRIMARY PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

The Senior Registered Nurse is responsible for providing technical guidance to all the nursing and support staff to deliver quality comprehensive emergency obstetric and neonatal care (CEmONC), trauma care, general surgery, gynecology, pediatrics, and internal medicine in a rural hospital setting. This includes injecting fresh energy, enthusiasm, and skill-building techniques into the current nursing cadre, key to sustaining the project’s capacity-building goals beyond the life of this project.

MAJOR AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITYPRIMARY DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

Team management

• Provide leadership support to the nursing and midwives team in the various departments
• Ensure and organize weekly activities schedule (ward rounds) with nurses, midwives and other relevant medical staff
• Ensure consistent readiness, responsiveness and quality of emergency obstetric care among nurses and midwives
• Organize and lead weekly meetings with nurses and midwives
• Carry out routine performance reviews of the nursing and midwives
• Ensure data quality, timely reporting, and use of data in service improvements among nursing and midwife staff. Ensure availability of appropriate register books in each department; ensure nurses and midwives are trained and accurately complete register books. Complete summary reports and submit to Chief Medical Doctor for departments, as directed. Discuss data with staff during regular staff meetings to formulate recommendations for improvements in service delivery.
• Ensure adherence to high standards in infection prevention among supervised staff, including adherence to universal precautions by all staff, proper equipment sterilization, as well as adherence to waste segregation and proper disposal
• Ensure compliance with referral system among supervised staff, including entry of referral forms into appropriate register books, completion of feedback forms to referring facilities, and follow up, as required, of discharged patients.
• Perform any other duty assigned by line manager

Patient care

• Provide appropriate treatment for pregnant women who are ill, obstetric complications, trauma, neonatal emergencies, complications of abortion, post-natal complications, and treatment of severely malnourished children
• Conduct routine consultations, as necessary, of patients of all ages and medical needs, but focusing specifically on focused antenatal care, pregnant women who are ill, routine delivery services, post-natal consultations for the mother and baby, and other reproductive health consultations. Functions include history taking, diagnosis, investigation using appropriate diagnostic drugs, treatment procedures according to MOH guidelines and prescription of drugs as recommended by Medical Doctor
• Implement continuous quality improvement of CEmONC and outpatient MCH services through:
  • Supportive supervision of clinical staff, specifically nurses and midwives
  • Assist in implementing schedule of regular clinical skills updates and continuous medical education,
  • Ensure supervised staff understand and adhere to South Sudan treatment protocols
• Assist in routine maternal death audits and reporting of accidents, near misses, and adverse events
• Ensure good patient flow and consultations of the medical departments

EDUCATION, TECHNICAL SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED

• Higher diploma or degree in Nursing from a recognized institution, Master’s degree in Public Health is an advantage
• At least three years management experience in a rural hospital setting, including experience supervising and mentoring clinical staff
• Clinical skills and demonstrated technical expertise in several of the following areas: emergency obstetric services (including Caesarean deliveries and blood transfusions), focused antenatal care, essential inpatient care for pregnant women who are ill, outpatient MCH services, essential newborn care, post-natal and post-abortion care, prevention of mother-to-child transmission of HIV (PMTCT), clinical management of rape, family planning, general nursing care and basic life support.
• Experience in people management skills leading a team
• Proven ability to work cooperatively with others in a team environment
• Strong coordination skills with proven ability to work across multiple technical areas simultaneously, supporting and mentoring multiple staff members
• Excellent communication skills – written and spoken and computer skills
• Strong interpersonal skills, creativity, flexibility, adaptability and empathy
• Experience in data collection, monitoring, and data utilization at secondary and tertiary care levels, including experience with South Sudan register books and DHIS and IDSR systems.
• Fluent in English; Juba Arabic is an added advantage

American Refugee Committee is an Equal Opportunity Employer offering employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, citizenship, physical or mental disability, or protected veteran status. American Refugee Committee complies with all applicable laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.

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POSITION TITLE: Finance Controller
COUNTRY PROGRAM: South Sudan
RESPONSIBLE TO: Country Director
STATUS: Full Time
SUPERVISORY CAPACITY: National Finance Staff
DATE: May 2016

COUNTRY MISSION:

ARC works with its partners and constituencies in 10 countries around the world to provide opportunities and expertise to refugees, displaced people and host communities. In support of vulnerable communities and IDPs in South Sudan, ARC manages a multi-sectoral program that includes water and sanitation, primary and secondary health care and gender-based violence prevention and response. ARC currently has program activities in Kapoeta East, Kapoeta South, Aweil, Kajo Keji, and Magwi counties. ARC is committed to delivering programs with measurable quality and lasting impact for the communities it serves.

PRIMARY PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

Responsible for oversight of all financial activities, budgets and reports for ARC’s South Sudan country program.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES /MAJOR AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY

Financial Management:

• Manage day-to-day accounting functions including regular cash verification, bank and balance sheet accounts reconciliations, monthly closing, timely submission of financial report to headquarters (HQ), donors etc.
• Complete monthly balance sheet and Intercompany reviews and reconciliations.
• Promptly respond to HQ finance queries including Intercompany charges.
• Update the financial compliance dashboard monthly, note and address any significant variances.
• Monitor grant spending through production of monthly Budget Versus Actual (BVA) analysis and ensure program teams explain significant variances and propose corrective measures.

Reporting and Budgeting:

• Monthly closing, timely submission of financial reports to ARC HQ, donors, etc.
• Ensure on-time monthly submission to ARC HQ.
• Prepare timely budgets, cash requests and accounting reports.
• Monitor grant spending and projections.
• Assist in preparation of budgets for all proposals, including accurate support of budget narratives.
• Support program teams to accurately realign budgets whenever necessary.
• Provide regular and timely budget reports and analysis to the Country Director and field program managers.
• In coordination with HQ, lead the production of ARC country program annual budgets.
• Support the Country Director to produce and update donor matrixes.
• Liaise with donors on finance and budget issues as required.

Staff Management

• Supervise finance staff. This includes ensuring they are properly trained and know what performance expectations are.
• Carryout staff appraisals for finance staff.
• Organize and lead orientation and training session related to finance.
• Travel to the field as required ensuring systems are properly followed.

Audit and Internal Control

• Implement and administer ARC systems for internal control, compliance, and accounting data processing and financial reporting functions in accordance with donor regulations.
• Develop internal audit function and perform internal audit and reviews to ensure compliance with ARC and donor requirements.

Other

• Maintain up-to-date, accurate accounting system, including: computer data entry and paper file system.
• Ensure local taxation law requirements are fully complied with.
• Other appropriate duties as assigned by the Country Director or HQ CFO.

EDUCATION, TECHNICAL SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED

• Minimum 5 years senior finance experience required; 3 years experience working for an international NGO in complex emergency or post-conflict settings required.
• Experience in multi-cultural and multi-level programs.
• Bachelor’s degree required in Finance, Accounting, or related field; advanced degree, MBA in Finance, MSC in Finance/Accounting/Auditing, ACCA, CIMA, CPA or equivalent, preferred.
• Solid practical experience in applying accounting principles, financial systems, budget/cash flow
• Monitoring and internal account control.
• Experience with international donors and grant requirements.
• Strong computer skills in Microsoft software products: Excel, Word, Outlook etc and accounting software. Serenic or Sun experience strongly preferred.
• Prior experience in conducting finance training.
• Excellent written and oral communications skills as well as leadership skills.
• Sense of humor and good interpersonal skills.
• Fluency in English required.

KEY BEHAVIORS & ABILITIES

• Ability to work with a team in an intense environment.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

• Extremely flexible with the ability to cope with stressful situations.

• American Refugee Committee is an Equal Opportunity Employer offering employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, citizenship, physical or mental disability, or protected veteran status. American Refugee Committee complies with all applicable laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.*

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INTERSOS is an independent non-profit humanitarian organization committed to assist the victims of natural disasters and armed conflicts. Its activities are based on the principles of solidarity, justice, human dignity, equality of rights and opportunities, and respect for diversity and coexistence, paying special attention to the most vulnerable and unprotected people.

INTERSOS, in the framework of its activities in South Sudan, is currently selecting candidates for the following position.

1. Terms of reference

Job title: Country Finance Officer

Location: Juba, South Sudan with travels on the project locations

Reporting to: Head of Mission and under the technical supervision of the Regional Finance Officer

Starting date: ASAP

Duration of contract: 1 year

2. Tasks and responsibilities

The Finance Officer is responsible for the administration and financial management of the country and its projects. He/she ensures the correct and effective management of financial resources, in accordance with the organization procedures and Administrative Director guidelines. Specifically he/she is responsible to:

• Correct accounting in Intersos’ software and administration of funds.
• Ensure, in coordination with the Logistic Department, the proper execution of goods, work and services procurement processes and conformity to Intersos and donor procedures.
• Support the Head of Mission in the elaboration of new projects.
• Regularly check, in collaboration with the Project Managers and Head of Mission, the economic-financial performance of projects: final balance, expenditure excess, expenditure projections, and financial forecast;
• Ensure project expenses are reasonable, allocable, prudent and spend in accordance with INTERSOS and donors rules and regulations, and support annual auditing procedures
• Prepare in collaboration with the Deputy Country Finance Officer the interim and final financial reports and submit them to the Project Manager and Head of Mission for approval (with the support of the Regional Administrator)
• Supervise the Deputy Country Finance Officer on the mission administration, accounting documents and all finished projects documentation (supporting documents for incurred and reported expenses, particular attention to human resources archive and procurements’ procedures)
• Train and supervise local administrative staff in coordination with the Head of Mission;
• Supervise and monitor in coordination with the Deputy Country Finance Officer, the preparation of payslips and monthly payment of salaries and ensure compliance with national labour laws, including deduction and payment of salary tax and all other human resources’ requirements in the country;

3. Required profile/experience

• Master’s degree in Business and Administration or similar studies
• At least 3 year experience as administrator for an NGO.
• Educational background in finance and administration.
• Good knowledge of the administrative procedure of international donors - mainly UN and ECHO Systems -
• Good knowledge of spoken and written English is necessary.
• Knowledge of Italian language will be considered a plus.
• comfortable with computer use and with the main software for administration system.
• problem solving and organizational capabilities.
• Availability to move often through the Area of competence.

Qualified applicants are requested to submit their comprehensive resume, cover letter expressing interest in the position and references to: recruitment@intersos.org

with subject line: "Finance Officer South Sudan”

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for the first interview

Position: Deputy Area Coordinator
Contract duration: 6 months renewable
Location: Maban, Republic of South Sudan
Starting Date: ASAP
I. Background on ACTED

Since 1993, as an international non-governmental organization, ACTED has been committed to immediate humanitarian relief to support those in urgent need and protect people’s dignity, while co-creating longer-term opportunities for sustainable growth and fulfilling people’s potential.

ACTED endeavors to respond to humanitarian crises and build resilience; promote inclusive and sustainable growth; co-construct effective governance and support the building of civil society worldwide by investing in people and their potential.

We go the last kilometer: ACTED’s mission is to save lives and support people in meeting their needs in hard to reach areas. ACTED develops and implements programs that target the most vulnerable amongst populations that have suffered from conflict, natural disaster, or socio-economic hardship. ACTED’s approach looks beyond the immediate emergency towards opportunities for longer term livelihoods reconstruction and sustainable development.

With a budget of 164 million EUR in 2014, ACTED is active in 35 countries and implements more than 450 projects a year reaching over 8 million beneficiaries with 400 international staff and 4,300 national staff.

II. Country Profile

Capital Office: Juba
National Staff: 500
International Staff: 50
Areas: 10
On-going programmes: 8
Budget: 2.9 M €

In 2012, ACTED has undertaken an expansion of activities in South Sudan. A Juba level coordination office was opened in 2011, and in 2012 the capital office has expanded to provide additional support to our field offices that opened in Bentiu, Unity State, and Malakal, Upper Nile State. The rapidly changing situation in South Sudan over the past months has led ACTED to up-scale its emergency response capacities, while also continuing to provide basic services in the traditional areas of intervention.
Since January 2012, ACTED has been providing refugee and IDP assistance in Unity and Upper Nile states. In Maban County, this assistance has focused on the life-saving assistance to refugees from Blue Nile State, Sudan. ACTED as camp manager for Jamam refugee camp has strived to provide the basic needs for the population including shelter, waste management, livelihoods, and construction of community infrastructures.
Additionally, ACTED has responded to the new refugee influx in May with the provision of shelter and emergency latrines at transit sites while providing transportation assistance to refugees relocating to permanent settlements. In Unity state, ACTED has focused on the provision of livelihoods assistance to refugees in Nyeel and Pariang refugee camps.
ACTED also continues to build on its traditional areas of intervention, focusing on food security and livelihoods in Western Bahr el Ghazal and Warrap, and water, sanitation and hygiene in both states as well. Tonj North in Warrap was also a new area for ACTED where a Community Led Total Sanitation (CLTS) project is being implemented in the underserved area. All of these interventions continue to provide both basic and live-saving assistance to vulnerable populations throughout South Sudan.

III. Position Profile

1. Ensure ACTED Representation in the area of activity

2. Representation vis-à-vis provincial authorities:
   Participate in official meetings to ensure maximum visibility vis-à-vis provincial authorities

3. Representation vis-à-vis Donors:
   Establish and update contact details of potential Donors active in the area of activity;
   Participate in Donor meetings at provincial level and communicate relevant information to the Country Director;
   Circulate the Annual Report.

4. Representation amongst other international organisations:
   Participate in inter-NGO Coordination meetings and those of UN Agencies (OCHA, UNDP, UNICEF, FAO, etc.), and any other relevant inter-governmental institution at provincial level;
   Ensure maximum visibility of the Agency amongst the NGO community at provincial level;
   Lead the production of reports and ensure the timeliness and accuracy of information provided, as well ensuring confidentiality of sensitive information.

More generally, the DAC is expected to contribute to the creation of a positive image and overall credibility of the organisation, notably through the application of ACTED’s mandate, ethics, values and stand-point with regard to other actors.

1. Contribute to the development of a global intervention strategy and to support its implementation at provincial level
2. Analyse the context and develop strategic plans, in consultation with the Area coordinator and the Country Director:
   Gather and analyse information regarding opportunities and risk;
   Define an operational strategy for finances and HR.
3. Implement the financial strategy:
   Oversee drafting of projects and budget development;
   Lead fund-raising and negotiations with Donors in the area of intervention;
   Lead the application and adherence to contract terms and requirements;
   Supervise overall financial commitments and financial risk.
4. Implement the operational strategy:
   Supervise Project Managers of the area of intervention in project implementation;
   Help the various teams in negotiations with provincial/local authorities and partners;
   Ensure global coordination and complementarity amongst projects within the area of intervention;
   Assess activities and ensure efficient use of resources.
5. Oversee reporting procedures:
   Develop a reporting schedule with regard to Donor deadlines;
   Plan and supervise the development of narrative and financial reports;
   Ensure adherence to FLAT procedures.

More generally, communicate systematically to the Country Director the development of the sub area strategy and its implementation.

1. Oversee Staff and Security

2. Guide and direct the staff of the area of intervention:
   Organise and lead coordination meetings;
   Prepare and follow work plans;
   Ensure a positive working environment and good team dynamics (solve out potential conflicts);
   Promote team working conditions in the limit of private life;
   Adapt the organigramme and ToRs of personnel according to the area development;
   Undertake regular appraisals of directly supervised colleagues and pass appraisal forms to the Country Administrator with recommendations (new position, changes to contract or salary etc.);

3. Contribute to the recruitment of expatriate staff:
   Follow recruitment procedures: plan recruitment needs in advance; draft ToRs for open vacancies; if necessary undertake phone interviews with candidates;
   When requested by HQ, undertake interviews of expatriate candidates living in the area of intervention.

4. Oversee staff security:
   In cooperation with the Area Security Officer, monitor the local security situation and inform both Country Security Officer and Country Director of developments through regular written reports;
   Update the security guidelines in the area of intervention;
   Ensure that security procedures are respected by the whole staff.

IV. Qualifications:

• Master Level education in a relevant field such as International Relations or Development
• Project management experience (management, planning, staff development and training skills) in development programmes
• 2-5 years previous work experience in a relevant position
• Proven capabilities in leadership and management required
• Excellent skills in written and spoken English
• Strong negotiation and interpersonal skills, and flexibility in cultural and organizational terms
• Ability to work well and punctually under pressure

V. Conditions:

• Salary defined by the ACTED salary grid; educational level, expertise, hardship, security, and performance are considered for pay bonus
• Additional monthly living allowance
• Free food and lodging provided at the organisation’s guesthouse
• Transportation costs covered, including additional return ticket + luggage allowance
• Provision of medical, life, and repatriation insurance + retirement package

Please send, in English, your cover letter, CV, and three references to jobs@acted.org
Ref : DAC/SSUD/SA