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GENERAL POSITION SUMMARY:**

Mercy Corps seeks a resourceful Safety and Security Manager (SSM) to assist with the growing complexity of programs in South Sudan. This exciting time will require a resourceful and proven security manager who has experience in complex emergencies. SSM is a member of the country’s senior leadership team (SLT). The SSM is expected to support operations of the fleet and premises – integrating security practices in to these functions through standards, training and other support. The system of security will follow the no-weapons policy employed by Mercy Corps globally in addition to a strategy of acceptance that is typical and successfully used by humanitarian organizations. It is expected that the SSM will develop, coach and work with the Security Management Teams (SMTs) in each sub office to become a functional structure that helps reduce the risk to Mercy Corps’ staff, programs and image. The SSM does not have the authority to suspend operations, impose procedures or evacuate staff, but rather will advance best practices through providing training, technical advice and support for improved assessment, analysis and planning. The SSM will also build the capacity of the national staff through targeted skills building to improve their ability to analyze and respond to security information and events. S/he will provide support and advise the Country Director and other team members on safety and security issues, including where to implement programs and projects and how best to ensure the safety and security of Mercy Corps colleagues. The SSM will proactively provide the SLT management with analysis of incidents, current political, military or other, significant events that affect Mercy Corps programming and safety. The SSM is expected to know program activities, objectives and give guidance and advice to country management team on the safe implementation in an acceptance-based strategy.

PROGRAM/ DEPARTMENT SUMMARY:

Mercy Corps began programming in Sudan in 1985, and has been operating in states of what is now South Sudan since 2005; operations have continued since the independence of South Sudan in 2011. We have been working to meet people’s immediate needs, and with communities, to build local capacity and promote economic development, especially with the eruption of violence in December 2013. Mercy Corps South Sudan’s priority areas are food security and livelihoods (focusing on cash assistance, market-based solutions in agriculture and economic development), WASH and Education. Mercy Corps has been implementing project which combine agricultural, economic development, WASH, and other humanitarian interventions to tackle the convulsive crises affecting vulnerable communities. Mercy Corps has worked to build relationships with local government and other actors, which has enhanced our understanding of local contexts and the multiple stakeholders involved.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Security Systems & Capacity Building

• Stay abreast of the security situation in South Sudan (RSS) and proactively apply this knowledge to program management with analysis, guidance and advice programmatic and operational responses.
• Stay abreast of Mercy Corps program activities in RSS. Develop and deliver security guidance, training materials and contingency plans to support these activities and program objectives.
• Responsible for Flash Reports of security events and immediate Manager ies to all staff. Will respond to all critical incidents and in a reporting role / with coordination with the Country Director.
• Conducts Risk Assessments and assigns a risk rating with mitigation strategies for each work location.
• Conducts routine security visits with audits to all work locations.
• Will update and implement a relevant, Security Management Plan for each location.
• Coach and mentor local SFPs to fulfill his/her role as the operational arm of the Mercy Corps security management strategy in RSS. Develop a work plan that can be remotely monitored by the Global SA and SRC;
• Chair bi-weekly SSMT (Safety and Security Management) meetings in each office and delegate when impossible to attend. Coach SSMTs and sharpen their skills in risk and vulnerability assessments, evaluating information and developing security protocols and strategies that work for the team and allow Mercy Corps programs to progress safely and with the lowest risk possible. Utilize existing tools including analysis tools, briefing documents and draft SOPs;
• Work with management and local actors to develop and review contingency planning in each location;
• Work with the respective teams at all locations and support staff in implementing country-wide training and orientation plans. This will focus on both the orientations to all new staff/consultants and visitors.
• It will also identify training and refresher workshops to include security awareness as an essential part of program planning.
• Promote and support efforts by field offices to meet the Inter Action Minimum Operating Security Standards (MOSS) through effective planning and budgeting for security.
• Testing, issuing and training on communication equipment;
• Any other duties which are not listed but are essential to the safety and security for Mercy Corps staff and properties;
• Develop and engage Mercy Corps’ internal network of Security Focal Points.

Logistics Support:

• Support for the Mercy Corps fleet in Sudan and drivers; including maintenance, scheduling, training and performance as per discussed and planned with country manager.
• Ensure a staff and vehicle tracking system is in place. Monitor all inter-city travel. Ensure a trip-ticket system is used (with SSM approval) for all inter-city travel.
• Ensure the compound and all premises locations are of standard and meeting minimum requirements for security and safety standards.
• Prepare PR and materials requests for any security or safety related upgrades.
• Ensure safety features are in place for each vehicle and location with first aid and fire safety equipment.

Coordination and Representation:

• Place high value on inter-agency coordination in security; encourage Mercy Corps field-level coordination in the NGO community. Seek opportunities for formal and informal cooperation;
• Develop a network of relationships with peers in the humanitarian community (UN, NGO, ICRC, appropriate governmental offices, etc);

Organizational Learning:

As part of our commitment to organizational learning and in support of our understanding that learning organizations are more effective, efficient and relevant to the communities they serve - we expect all team members to commit 5% of their time to learning activities that benefit Mercy Corps as well as themselves.

Accountability to Beneficiaries:

Mercy Corps team members are expected to support all efforts towards accountability, specifically to our beneficiaries and to international standards guiding international relief and development work, while actively engaging beneficiary communities as equal partners in the design, monitoring and evaluation of our field projects.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: Security Focal Points

ACCOUNTABILITY:

REPORTS DIRECTLY TO: Country Director

WORKS DIRECTLY WITH: Operations Manager, Head of Offices, Program Managers, Finance Manager, Regional Security Manager

COLLABORATES WITH: All Mercy Corps colleagues

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelors degree in a related field –or- equivalent
• Formal security qualification or advanced security management training
• Advanced level of understanding with the philosophy and mode of operation of NGOs
• 3- 5 years of field based experience in complex and insecure settings, preferably in more than one country with large teams of staff
• Experience in liaising with civilian, police and military government authorities, as well as with regional, national and international institutions
• Experience of incident reporting, incident mapping, intelligence collation and analysis functions, set up and execution of an incident warning system (warden system), compilation of security reports and assessments
• Strong analytical capacity, resourcefulness and creativity in developing the role of security within programs and ensuring the most effective support to line management
• Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills including influencing, negotiation and coaching and ability to work in with team from diverse backgrounds and cultures.
• Excellent planning, coordination and reporting skills, with the ability to organize a substantial workload comprised of complex, diverse tasks and responsibilities, and present complex information in succinct and compelling manner
• Ability and willingness to dramatically change work practices and hours, and work with incoming surge teams in the event of emergencies
• Competency in Internet and Microsoft Office systems including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access and other database/mapping systems
• Fluency in English, both written and spoken
• Knowledge and understanding of East Africa and South Sudan
• Ability to speak Arabic is strongly preferred

SUCCESS FACTORS:

Ability to problem solve is critical, including the ability to work out methods to deliver successful programs while demonstrating excellent stewardship of donor funds and compliance with MC and donor regulations. Maintaining strong, cooperative relationships with other departments is crucial. A successful candidate will have the ability to interact effectively with international and national personnel both in a managerial as well as training capacity and demonstrate the ability to multi-task, meet deadlines and process information in support of changing program activities. S/he will be able to live and work closely with a diverse team of individuals in a highly intense and fluid work and security environment and be willing to travel regularly to Mercy Corps field offices and project sites. The candidate will ensure a high degree of professionalism and neutrality when it comes to implementing the response.

LIVING CONDITIONS/ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

This unaccompanied position will be based in Juba with up to 50% travel to the other field offices. While conditions in the country are improving, there are still pockets of violence and insecurity. Mercy Corps' offices experience variable levels of insecurity, with the situation closely monitored. Conflict and corruption have held back any real country infrastructure. Air travel is necessary to move between cities; especially during the rainy season. Telephone lines, electricity and other infrastructure are almost non-existent in most parts of the country.

Mercy Corps Team members represent the agency both during and outside of work hours when deployed in a field posting or on a visit/TDY to a field posting. Team members are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner and respect local laws, customs and Mercy Corps' policies, procedures, and values at all times and in all in-country venues.

Apply here: https://app.jobvite.com/j?cj=oD0a3fwA&s=ReliefWeb

Based: Twic East, South Sudan

Contract duration: 6 months (with possible extension subject to funding)

To start: 1 September 2016

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced manager with proven leadership and project cycle management experience to take responsibility for Tearfund’s operational project site in Twic East, South Sudan.

The successful candidate will have relevant humanitarian and leadership experience, coupled with experience in project design and management, donor grant management, proposal writing, finance and strategic planning. Experience of working in complex insecure locations is absolutely essential.

Responsibilities will include the management of staff responsible for site specific financial, logistics and human resources functions and regular communication with other agencies, partner organisations and with the Head of Support Services and Deputy Country Director for Programmes. You will also be responsible for the timely writing of project proposals and reports on all field activities, per donor requirements.

Excellent written and spoken English and French is required. The candidate must be able to work in insecure environments, with remote supervision, to tight time frames.

Tearfund is a faith based organisation and applicants must share our statement of faith.

All posts involve potential contact with children and the recruitment process will include specific checks related to child protection issues.

http://jobs.tearfund.org/tearfund/jobs/vacancy/area-coordinator---south-sudan-0998/1024/description/

Title:Donor Relation Manager

Location: Juba

Closing date: May 27^th 2016
Start Date: Immediate
Duration: 12 months
Position: one (1)

Report to: Operations Director / Programme Director

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

Please note that this is an unaccompanied position

The Health Support Organization (THESO) is a registered South Sudanese based charity non-profit organization dedicated to saving lives and relieving suffering through humanitarian and developmental programmes.

Our mission is to implement evidence-based, culturally sensitive, innovative projects promoting health, according to perceived public health needs and priorities as understood through quality research. THESO is contributing to government’s efforts in meeting the global strategies 2020 and 2030 meeting Sustainable Development Goals 3 and 6 set targets. THESO respond with healthcare, Nutrition, and WASH services, when people are overwhelmed by natural disaster, conflict or disease and in need of immediate help. We focus on treating those who are beyond the reach of existing health services. After the immediate crisis, THESO stays on to assist recovery. Using our expertise, we support health workers and strengthen existing health services. We build resilience by helping societies at risk of future health disasters, to be better prepared.

We believe that good health is fundamental to transforming societies in transition that’s why THESO is a Force for Health.

Context and Background

THESO five years strategic plan (2016 – 2020) includes expansion of its programme to all states and internationally, deepen its working relationship with host governments partners at all levels, develop a gradual exit strategy to allow the smooth transfer of specific health facilities to MoH, and support affected people with emergency response, recovery, developmental and resilience programmes. The primary focus of THESO programme is integrated primary health care, WASH, and community based and health facilities based management of malnutrition. The special emphasis is given to maternal and child health care services. The programme strategy includes establishment of static and outreach clinics in the IDPs camps and underserved rural areas to ensure access to essential care and building local capacity through a community based outreach component and engage with Ministry of Health at State and County levels in regards to collaboration, coordination and technical support supervision.

The new 2016 – 2020 strategic plan informs THESO to integrate emergency response with early recovery and building resilience and expand country programme portfolio in South Sudan states and internationally. In South Sudan, THESO is working with State Ministry of Health, County Health Department, County leadership, and host communities to consolidate programme quality, improve the community involvement in the programme planning and implementation through a revised community based approach, capacity building of county health department staffs and strengthen the capacity of local health system by increased engagement with the renowned partnership with MoH in regards to support, supervision, training and policy development.

General Description of the Role:

The Proposal Writer/Editor will play a key role in the business development process of the organization. Works closely with the Program Development team and with THESO’s technical and regional experts to coordinate and develop technical proposal narratives that respond to donor requirements and thereby ensure the submission of high quality, winning proposals. This position plays a key role in coordinating the development of the proposal, including substantial writing of sections. Will assist in the standardization of business development/marketing documentation and materials.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Serve as the lead technical writer in business development, program design and proposal efforts for USAID, DFID, JICA, EU, GAVI and other donors

Serve in additional technical editor roles including the incorporation of text from different writers, writing proposal sections (to include executive summary, management, strategic approaches, and past performance)

Write and edit technical proposals, focusing on improving readability

Copy editing full proposal documents

Perform other proposal support tasks such as conducting proposal design workshop, developing compliance matrix, conducting compliance reviews, performing final quality control reviews, and working with production staff to coordinate final proposal, packaging, and delivery

Work closely with the Programme Director, & Operations Director to align the proposal budget with the technical narrative

Keep track of proposal results, collect donor feedback, and conduct reviews/lessons learned sessions with proposal teams

ESSENTIAL SKILLS EXPERIENCE:

Masters’ degree in English, Journalism, or Marketing (or related field) preferred five – ten (10) years relevant experience

Knowledge of the international development industry and donors, specifically USAID and DFID

Experience writing winning technical proposals in the field of international health

Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills

Excellent oral and communication skills

Ability to work autonomously and in team environment under critical deadline pressures

High level of proficiency in MS Office applications

Able to travel internationally

Writing sample will be required

LANGUAGES;

Ability to read, writes, analyze and interpret, technical and non-technical in the English language.

Ability to effectively present information and respond appropriately to questions from senior managers in the field and HQ, donors, counterparts, senior government and other related partners

CONDITIONS

Transportation provided by the organization

R&R after every three (3) months of services

Interested applicant should log on to www.theso.org / vacancies/head office jobs for application submissions.

THESO is an equal opportunity employer and women candidates are encouraged to apply

16-132: Program Coordinator

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 currently implementing approximately 20 programs across twelve sites in six states in South Sudan. Through nearly 50 health facilities in urban and rural areas, International Medical Corps provides basic health care and integrated service provision, from preventative care to emergency surgery. International Medical Corps also provides secondary care services and capacity building to staff in four hospitals (county and state hospitals). International Medical Corps runs programs in HIV/AIDS, nutrition, mental health, and GBV. To address South Sudan’s acute health worker shortage, and foster self-reliance, International Medical Corps trains health professionals and community volunteers.

JOB SUMMARY

The primary function of the Program Coordinator is to support the Country Director in the planning, designing, implementation, supervision, expansion/development and administration of overall country program.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Program Management

· Work closely with the Country Director, senior management team and field teams to determine the operational needs of the program within the scope of the grants

· Maintain and update monitoring and evaluation plans

· Ensure M&E data/information collected by the projects on a regular basis and timely manner,

· Analyze data gathered and propose alternative strategies of program implementation

· Compile monthly and quarterly reports, ensuring statistics are correct and on time

· Conduct assessments to identify needs and opportunities for new programming.

· Initiate processes for developing concept notes and project proposals and follow through their finalization in collaboration with relevant personnel and departments,

· Work with field teams and logistics to procure program supplies in a timely manner and within program budgets

· Regularly update Country Director on progression of programs as per protocol

· Compile program and donor reports and assists with development of future programs as needed

· Liaise closely with 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 relevant to country programs

· Represent the organization at task force meetings, assessment missions, camp coordination meetings, UN coordination meetings, INGO coordination meetings as appropriate

· Ensure maximum visibility of the agency amongst the NGO community

· 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

· Assist in the selection and training of qualified program staff and recommend promotions, disciplinary action and termination of staff in consultation with the Country Director and Sr. HR Manager.

· Supervise staff to ensure high quality performance and team spirit

· Ensure compliance to local labor laws including working hours

· Maintain open lines of communications with all field staff and service departments

1. Training/ Capacity Building

· Determine training needs for subordinate staff

· Train senior national staff to build capacity and enable them undertaking greater responsibilities and thus ensure sustainability of programs

· Advocate and plan for professional development for expat and national staff

1. Working Relationships

· Maintain punctual communication with Country Director to ensure program activities and objectives are well-informed

· Coordinate with the Medical Director on all technical issues to ensure program implementation, procurement of program inputs and all training curriculum meets high technical standard

· Work with Country Director and Logistics staff to ensure the coordination of timely delivery of programs supplies and expenses are within budgeted limits

· Attend coordination meetings which are relevant to country activities

· Interface with national government and relevant agencies as necessary

1. Security

· Collaborate with Security Manager/CD in order to ensure staff and reputation of the organization are safe and secure at all time.

· Ensures application and compliance of security protocols and policies

Qualifications:

· Master’s degree in Public Health, International Development and/or in a relevant field of study. A combination of long work experiences and Graduate degree may also be considered.

· Creative and sophisticated writing skills in English is pre-requisite for success in this job

· Minimum five years’ experience in program design and evaluation, of which at least three years in developing countries or resource deprived environment

· Experience of staff supervision in multiple locations including remote management of projects

· Familiarity with international humanitarian operations, coordination structures, and the mandates of donors, UN agencies, and NGOs

· Ability to live and work under precarious environment

· Complete familiarity with Project Cycle Management

· Knowledge and experiences of budget preparation and management

· Profound cross-cultural awareness and insight into health care issues

· Ability to exercise sound judgment and make decisions independently following consultative processes

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

· Ability to relate to and motivate local staff effectively

· Demonstrated abilities to deal with difficult program counterparts

· Team player and strong communication skills, both oral and written

· Proficient in computer applications, especially with MS Word, MS Excel and MS PowerPoint

Preferred

· Work experiences in South Sudan or regional experiences,

· High level of communication and public relations skills

How to apply: Please go to: https://careers.internationalmedicalcorps.org/Careers.aspx?adata=EJB1KO1yrPQggyavZ7r9rsY9JDA1yfZupDwJ%2feTrOwYIVtVVQsyRAlc9rkLKMx7q%2bv1W42YnpJz7FFZiZM3%2fGHXwmOVDuW6V0BmLEq1kajyx%2fplX3JEHeXy5FzPwu3XyI3eWPi8GgbwC6guDGy%2fSJzAfMGJ3Ht%2bilQXxNax0sTG1HWxJpvsViPER6Yn%2fDh0EZQ%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.”

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: Project Manager Child Protection

Location: roving between Ayod, Nyirol, Uror and Akobo county, Jonglei State, South Sudan

Reporting to: Head of Mission

Starting date: June 2016

Duration of contract: 9 months

Dependents: No

2. General context of the project

The project aims at responding to the humanitarian needs of the displaced population in Jonglei State following the conflict which hit South Sudan in December 2013. The intervention proposes to contribute to create a protective environment for the most vulnerable communities, women, children and adolescents in particular, through integrated activities of Family Tracing and Reunification, child protection and education in emergency.

The project is built on the experience gained by INTERSOS in the last 9 years in Jonglei and on the proved technical capacity in the mentioned sectors, as recognized by the humanitarian community in the country.

3. Tasks and responsibilities

The Project Manager is responsible for the proper implementation of all the activities of the project including the finance and admin management. S/he deals, for the project activities with donors and stakeholders and, based on the indications received by the Head of Mission, contributes to define INTERSOS strategy in the country and to develop new projects.

Specifically the Project Manager is responsible to:

· To define the operating processes required to ensure a proper management of the project (roles, procedures, decision making and operating processes, working methodologies) for the national staff in the areas of intervention: Uror, Nyrol, Ayod and Akobo.

· To be responsible for all project documentation up until its conclusion and its delivery to the Head of Mission, obtaining a detailed confirmation receipt of the delivery;

· To be responsible for accurate project administration and to supervise and monitor the preparation of accounting documents for interim and final financial reports required by donors;

· To be responsible for the accuracy of all narrative reports required by donors and by the relevant clusters;

In particular s/he manages the following activities:

· Family Tracing and Reunification services for unaccompanied and separated minors and their placement to temporary foster care and continuous monitoring in Uror and Ayod;

· Recreational activities and Psycho-social support for vulnerable children in 4 Child Friendly Space (CFS) in Lankien (Nyirol), in 1 CFS in Pathai (Uror) an in 2 CFS a Walgak (Akobo West);

· Management of 4 CPHD (Child Protection Help Desks).

· To elaborate, manage and monitor general and monthly planning of project activities while updating the data entered into the PAT, as well as relative economic and financial planning on the basis of available donor funds. In particular, s/he ensures that the project is being implemented following INTERSOS internal policy on Child Protection and follows the technical recommendations of the Program Coordinator for Protection aiming at improving quality of services and maximizing impact;

· S/he ensures an integrated approach between Protection and Education in Emergency sectors, considering the peculiar needs of the victims of gender-based violence;

· S/he develops and organizes the training programs foreseen by the project and in particular: Family Tracing and Reunification (FTR); Training for foster families on the Guidelines for the Alternative Care Systems and on issues related to unaccompanied and separated children; Training on case management, psycho-social support, children’s rights, child protection and GBV; Training on identification and protection of unaccompanied and separated children and referral mechanisms, family separation prevention; Training for Peer Educators;

4. Required profile/experience

· Advanced university degree in political science, international relations, social studies or similar area (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 3 years of professional experience in a multicultural environment, in the humanitarian-recovery-development space.

· Previous international experience is required.

· In-depth understanding and knowledge of protection interventions, including GBV and CPiE response programmes.

· Ability to set high standards for quality of work.

· Ability to manage human and technical resources.

· Facilitating and encouraging open communication in the team, communicating effectively.

· Very good knowledge of Microsoft Office suite.

· Good communication skills in English; knowledge of Italian language

Qualified applicants are requested to submit their curriculum vitae, motivation letter and 2 referencesto:recruitment@intersos.org, Specifying in the subject “Project Manager CP_South Sudan”**

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

POSITION TITLE: Medical doctor specialist SURGEON

DEPARTMENT OR COUNTRY PROGRAM: South Sudan

RESPONSIBLE TO: Hospital Project Coordinator

STATUS: Full Time, Temporary (3 months)

SUPERVISORY CAPACITY:Junior medical doctors, clinical officers, medical assistants, others as assigned

DATE: May 2016

COUNTRY MISSION:

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

Currently, ARC implements programs in Primary Health Care and Gender Based Violence but is currently expanding to Secondary Health Care WASH, and Food Security. ARC has program activities in 4 Counties and 2 Hospitals. This project will be implemented in Aweil State Hospital.

PRIMARY PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

The Medical Doctor Surgery specialist will be responsible for the clinical care and managerial oversight to deliver quality general surgery and trauma care in a referral hospital setting.

The medical doctor specialist will work under the supervision of the medical director. The position will be based in Aweil State Hospital.

MAJOR AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY PRIMARY DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

Patient care

• Provide specialized care to patients receiving care in the hospital.

• Consult on complex/complicated cases and provide appropriate treatment for general surgery and trauma care.

• Conduct routine ward consultations, as necessary and prescription of drugs according to MOH guidelines

• Ensure functionality of the operating theater, including adherence to surgical protocols, and ensuring availability of necessary supplies and maintenance and/or repair of equipment.

• Implement continuous quality improvement of general surgery and trauma care through:

  • Supportive supervision of clinical staff
  • Developing and implementing schedule of regular clinical skills updates and continuous medical education
  • Ensuring availability and comprehension of, and adherence to, South Sudan treatment protocols

• Conduct routine maternal death audits and ensure procedures are in place for reporting and prompt investigation of accidents, near misses, and adverse events

• Ensure good patient flow and consultations of the medical departments

Team management

• Ensure consistent readiness, responsiveness and quality of general surgery and trauma care at the hospital
• Provide leadership to the medical team across departments, including support services critical for specialized care (laboratory, pharmacy, etc).
• Conducting routine performance reviews of clinical staff
• Organize and lead routine staff activities schedule, including daily rounds and weekly clinical staff meetings
• Ensure adherence to high standards in infection prevention, including adherence to universal precautions by all staff, proper equipment sterilization, as well as guidelines for and adherence to waste segregation and proper disposal,
• Participate in the hospital committee meetings as requested.
• Perform any other duty assigned by line manager

EDUCATION, TECHNICAL SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED

• Medical Doctor degree from a recognized institution
• Master’s degree in general and trauma surgery
• Clinical skills and demonstrated technical expertise in general surgery and trauma care.
• At least three years management experience in a rural hospital setting, including experience supervising and mentoring clinical staff in a resource poor setting
• Experience in people management skills leading a team
• Strong coordination skills with proven ability to work across multiple technical areas simultaneously, supporting and mentoring multiple staff members
• Experience in analytical and conceptual skills in program management, project planning, report writing, organizational and interpersonal skills
• Experience in the administration of health management information systems, preferred.
• Excellent communication skills – English written and spoken

• Strong interpersonal skills, creativity, flexibility, adaptability and empathy

• Previous relevant experience in Africa – South Sudan highly valued

• Proven ability to work cooperatively with others in a team environment

• Good computer skills (Microsoft Office, Email, etc)

KEY BEHAVIORS & ABILITIES

• Knowledge of and experience in working with and coordinating with international and national partner organizations
• Highly motivated hands-on self-starter, ability to work independently and has ability to incorporate and open to constructive feedback
• Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines, effectively managing multiple priorities
• Flexibility and willingness to adjust to changing responsibilities or needs as they arise
• Willingness to frequently travel and live in remote and security difficult situation
• Additional qualities: ability to multitask, ability to handle pressure well, ability to improvise, flexibility, cultural and environmental sensitivity
• Cultural and gender sensitivity essential

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Position: General Surgeon (Full time, Temporary)

Location: Kapoeta, Kapoeta South County

Line Manager: Hospital project coordinator

Technical Manager: Hospital project coordinator

Supervising: Junior medical doctors, clinical officers, medical assistants, others as assigned

Country Program Overview
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 programs in Primary Health Care and Gender Based Violence but is currently expanding to Secondary Health Care WASH, and Food Security. ARC has program activities in Northern Bahr el Ghazal, Central and Eastern Equatoria. This project will be implemented in Kapoeta Civil hospital.

Broad Description of Role
The General Surgeon is responsible for the clinical care and managerial oversight to deliver quality comprehensive emergency obstetric and neonatal care (CEmONC) in a rural hospital setting. This includes essential, integrated maternal and child health (MCH) outpatient services, essential integrated inpatient maternal care, emergency obstetric services (including operating theater procedures), and essential newborn care.

Roles and responsibilities
Patient care

• Provide all 9 signal functions of comprehensive emergency obstetric care, including Caesarean sections and blood transfusions, as required
• Consult on complex/complicated cases and 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 ward consultations, as necessary and prescription of drugs according to MOH guidelines
• Ensure functionality of the operating theater, including adherence to surgical protocols, and ensuring availability of necessary supplies and maintenance and/or repair of equipment
• Implement continuous quality improvement of CEmONC and outpatient MCH services through:
• Supportive supervision of clinical staff
• Developing and implementing schedule of regular clinical skills updates and continuous medical education
• Ensuring availability and comprehension of, and adherence to, South Sudan treatment protocols
• Conduct routine maternal death audits and ensure procedures are in place for reporting and prompt investigation of accidents, near misses, and adverse events
• Ensure good patient flow and consultations of the medical departments

Team management

• Ensure consistent readiness, responsiveness and quality of emergency obstetric care at the hospital
• Provide leadership to the medical team across departments, including support services critical for CEmONC (laboratory, pharmacy, etc). Ensure integration of essential maternal and child health services.
• Assist in the development of the duty roster and ensure it is followed according to the schedules
• Conducting routine performance reviews of clinical staff
• Organize and lead routine staff activities schedule, including daily rounds and weekly clinical staff meetings
• Ensure adequate availability of supplies necessary to carry out CEmONC functions. Certify and submit hospital drug orders, consumption reports and stock cards.
• Ensure data quality, timely reporting, and use of data in management and service improvements. Ensure availability of appropriate register books in each department; ensure staff are trained and accurately complete register books; and ensure ISDR and DHIS reports are accurate, complete and submitted on time to the hospital in-charge. Discuss data with staff during regular staff meetings to formulate recommendations for improvements in service delivery. Ensure data are reported to hospital committees.
• Ensure high functioning countywide referral system from community level to PHC facilities to hospital level, including feedback system to referring facilities and follow up, as required, of discharged patients.
• Ensure adherence to high standards in infection prevention, including adherence to universal precautions by all staff, proper equipment sterilization, as well as guidelines for and adherence to waste segregation and proper disposal,
• Participate in the hospital committee meetings
• Perform any other duty assigned by line manager

Qualifications and competences

• Medical Doctor degree from a recognized institution
• Registered by a recognized council in surgery
• At least three years management experience in a rural hospital setting, including experience supervising and mentoring clinical staff in a resource poor setting
• 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, and family planning.
• 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
• Experience in analytical and conceptual skills in program management, project planning, report writing, organizational and interpersonal skills
• Excellent communication skills – English 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. Preferable experience with South Sudan register books and DHIS and IDSR systems.

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The purpose of the evaluation is to establish and document the impact and effectiveness of project interventions. The consultant is expected to provide data on the performance, effectiveness, efficiency, coherence/coordination, impact and sustainability of project interventions. The findings and recommendations will contribute to a learning process which enables WVSS to draw lessons from its experience in order to improve the quality service delivery particular on WASH, Food Security and Livelihoods and Protection.

The specific objectives of the evaluation are to:

1. Assess the extent to which the outcomes of the project have been achieved.
2. Assess the changes made towards achieving the desired results.
3. Compare the results of RUNE project with Consolidated Humanitarian Engagement in South Sudan III (CHESS III) project results to document progress and change. And, to measure the overall impact of the implementation of series of OFDA projects in Upper Nile state.
4. Determine efficiency and effectiveness of project.
5. Assess the Knowledge, Attitude and Practice (KAP) of targeted communities on WASH interventions
6. Provide specific, actionable, and practical recommendations of focus on for future programming in similar context.
7. Document new knowledge and important topics for further inquiry, action, lobbying and influence.
8. To achieve the above objectives the evaluation will be done at both the institutional and project implementation levels.
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Interested and eligible bidders are invited to send the following documents by email to sdno_scmquotations@wvi.org. Bids close on May 21, 2016 at 5pm (**East African Time).** Please quote ‘**OFDA RUNE End of Project Evaluation’** in all your correspondences. Due to the nature of the bid, there will be no bid public opening for this offer. World Vision reserves the right to accept or reject part or all of any or all bids. Documents to include in the bid include:

• · Technical and Financial Proposal
• · Resume of proposed consultants
• · Sample of Previous work
• · References

The Country Project Director (CPD) leads and manages the Challenge TB project in South Sudan. S/he is accountable for overall project strategy and success, including delivering on key project results.

The CPD has full accountability and authority for the development, execution, and monitoring of the Challenge TB project in country, including:

• development of technical strategy, work plans, budgets and performance management plans;
• implementation of the annual work plans and budgets;
• oversight, technical and managerial leadership of all Challenge TB project staff;
• overall project management, including the management of short and long term technical assistance and ensuring that the MSH/Challenge TB office follows standard Challenge TB and MSH administrative, procurement and financial procedures;
• documentation and communications;
• development and management of productive relationships with USAID, the Ministry of Health (MOH), the National Tuberculosis Leprosy and Brului Ulcer Program (NTLBP) and stakeholder(s); and coordination with other MSH projects. The CPD represents Challenge TB and MSH to USAID, the MOPH, the NTLBP, other governmental agencies and cooperating partners within South Sudan.

Administering, Advising, & Supporting Challenge TB Activities (60%)

• Develops long term strategies and coordinates the preparation of Challenge TB's annual work plans and budgets in close coordination with the Challenge TB partners, the MOPH and the NTP.
• Ensures timely submission of Challenge TB annual work plans and budgets to MSH, the project management unit (PMU) and USAID for review and approval.
• Ensures implementation of Challenge TB annual work plans and budget.
• Provides managerial and technical assistance to the NTLBP based on needs at various levels during the implementation of Challenge TB-supported work plans.
• Manages the creation of quarterly and annual progress reports and submits these to the PMU and USAID.
• Manages the creation of monthly and annual financial reports and submit these reports to MSH, USAID with support from the MSH Country Operations Management Unit (COMU) team.
• Supervises the coordination and logistics of external short term consultancies and timely delivery of goods, as part of the project.
• Reviews draft trip reports, technical reports, and other deliverables from STTA visits within the time frame provided in Scopes of Work (SOWs); provides internal approval and submits reports to USAID and the PMU as appropriate.
• Participates in and leads routine online meetings with the PMU and MSH/HQ team.
• When possible, applies innovative methods to capture and demonstrate project impact through evidence and project data.
• Liaises with the Communications Office at MSH/HQ to develop technical briefs, success stories and share them with external and internal audiences.
• Supports and participates in joint coordination and planning forums and technical working groups with other implementing agencies involved in TB control in South Sudan.
• Develop SOWs for short-term technical assistance and long term technical assistance in collaboration with the Deputy Project Director and obtains necessary approvals from the USAID Mission and modifies SOWs as required.
• Assumes full accountability for and oversight of Challenge TB project funds in South Sudan, supervises project operations and monitors the performance of the COMU finance team.
• Ensures that financial systems, controls and oversight are in place to mitigate financial risk.
• Ensures that all field office disbursement of funds (expenses and advances) are in compliance with USAID, MSH and Challenge TB policies, reviews field accounts prior to submission to PMU/KNCV.
• Ensures finance and budgeting procedures are adhered to and completed in a timely manner.
• Ensures all members of the field office management team with delegated financial approval have the appropriate training to carry out their fiduciary responsibilities and maintain control systems to ensure delegated authority is responsibly applied.
• With support from the COMU Manager and relevant Challenge TB and finance officers, determines the appropriate level of effort for project activities and quantifes the financial resources required to implement them.
• Monitors budget implementation and expenditures on a monthly and quarterly basis and ensures that expenditures contribute to the accomplishment of work plan activities.

Coordinating Program Activities (20%)

• Acts as the responsible manager of the Challenge TB office in Juba.
• Provides technical leadership and strategic guidance related to TB strategies, approaches and implementation to the Challenge TB project in South Sudan.
• Coordinates and facilitates Challenge TB partners and external experts providing technical assistance.
• Establishes and maintains partnership relationships with relevant institutions working in TB.
• Develops and maintains the appropriate network at the national level, within the context of existing agreements with authorities, Challenge TB partners, other stakeholders and USAID.
• Selects and contracts local project support staff through Human Resources.

Other Responsibilities (20%)

• Prepares and chairs quarterly co-ordination meetings with Challenge TB partners, MOH and NTLBP.
• Participates in and represents the Challenge TB project at relevant international and national partners meetings or conferences.
• Participates in relevant meetings organized by MSH and the PMU.
• Remains informed on current programs in the field of TB and the related development field.
• Develops and maintains an understanding and appreciation of the historical, political, economic, demographic and public health issues in South Sudan.
• Shares country program experience and results within South Sudan and with other Challenge TB Country Project Directors to promote the use of best practices and to take advantage of lessons learned.
• Provides leadership and teambuilding activities for the in-country field office to strengthen teamwork, efficient use of time, individual work planning, communication and customer satisfaction.
• Leverages resources, actively seeks opportunities to work with civil society organizations at all levels and with other donors (specifically the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria).
• In consultation with the MSH/Juba office and with support from the MSH/USA office, maintains and supervises a functioning organizational structure for the project office, complete with financial and administrative procedures based on MSH Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and project management manuals.
• Responsible for the oversight of the following project management functions: accounting, procurement, office management, inventory, travel, and administrative support.
• Supervises the Deputy Project Director-Technical.
  Qualifications

Required Education:

• Advanced degree in a health-related field with specialized training and/or experience relating to training in public health or equivalent.

Required Experience:

• At least 8 years demonstrated relevant experience and proven knowledge in programming and management of TB and TB/HIV control in African countries.
• Demonstrated experience with the management of USAID projects.

Knowledge and Skills

• Experience with public health programs supported by bilateral agencies such as USAID and international agencies such as WHO and World Bank preferred.
• Excellent strategic thinking and planning skills
• Demonstrated organizational, managerial and supervisory skills and abilities; sound judgment and high ethical standards; flexible and able to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines.
• Skilled in project cycle management and budget monitoring.
• Experience providing technical assistance to government counterparts and the coordination of donors and implementing partners.
• Excellent writing and presentation skills in English essential.

Competencies

• Excellent strategic thinking and planning skills.
• Demonstrated organizational, managerial and supervisory skills; sound judgment, and high ethical standards; flexible and able to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines.
• Skilled in project cycle management and budget monitoring.
• Experience providing technical assistance to government counterparts and the coordination of donors and implementing partners.
• Excellent writing and presentation skills in English essential.

Physical Demands

• Travel requirements: Ability to travel internationally and domestically as required to support the progress of program (20% of time).
• Keyboard use, pulling drawers, lifting papers <10lbs., etc.
  Reports To
  Senior Manager/Senior Director IDC/HPG

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Management Sciences for Health (MSH), a global health nonprofit organization, uses proven approaches developed over 40 years to help leaders, health managers, and communities in developing nations build stronger health systems for greater health impact. We work to save lives by closing the gap between knowledge and action in public health. Since its founding in 1971, MSH has worked in over 150 countries with policy makers, health professionals, and health care consumers to improve the quality, availability and affordability of health services. Working with governments, donors, non governmental organizations, the private sector, and health agencies, MSH responds to priority health problems such as HIV & AIDS; tuberculosis; malaria; maternal, newborn and child health; family planning and reproductive health; and chronic non-communicable diseases such as cancer, diabetes, and lung and heart disease. Through strengthening capacity, investing in health systems innovation, building the evidence base, and advocating for sound public health policy, MSH is committed to making a lasting difference in global health.

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Organization Overview

The International Economic Growth Division manages projects that are pioneering new approaches to agriculture, food security, climate change, and competitiveness—as well as monitoring and evaluating projects within these sectors. We work throughout Africa, Asia, Latin America, and the Middle East for chiefly governmental clients, including the US Agency for International Development (USAID), the Millennium Challenge Corporation, the Inter-American Development Bank, the Asian Development Bank, the World Bank and the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation.

Abt Associates seeks a Chief of Party (COP) for the Livelihoods, Vulnerability, and Resilience Program, an upcoming USAID-funded project in South Sudan working in conflict-affected areas with stressed and crisis levels of food insecurity. The COP will be responsible for leading a comprehensive set of activities to reduce chronic vulnerability of households and communities in the project area.

Job Responsibilities:

• Provide leadership, management, and clear strategic direction of project.
• Ensure well-organized planning and implementation of project activities as well as changes in project direction as needed.
• Oversee efficient use of resources and achievement of results.
• Establish, maintain, and coordinate successful relationships with numerous stakeholders and partners in the capital city and rural areas.
• Develop staff capacity and guide senior technical staff and project teams.
• Engage with team members, partners, and beneficiaries at project sites to monitor progress and revise the project’s approach as needed.
• Work with USAID to ensure that the project meets desired goals and objectives and to report on progress.
• Ensure that budget projections, spending, and reporting are in accordance with USAID and Abt requirements.
• Coordinate with the home office to assure programmatic success and compliance with both the cooperative agreement and Abt policies and procedures.

Skills Prerequisites:

• Demonstrated expertise and experience in managing rural development and/or community building programs, preferably in an African and post-conflict context.
• Demonstrated ability to achieve results under challenging conditions; flexibility and creativity.
• Strong communications skills.
• Ability to supervise staff in more than one location.
• Fluent in written and spoken English.

Minimum Qualifications
MA/MBA with 13-15 years OR PhD with 8-10 years of experience OR the equivalent combination of education and experience.

Abt Associates is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse workforce. Abt Associates provides market-competitive salaries and comprehensive employee benefits.

To apply, please submit your resume online: https://career4.successfactors.com/career?career_ns=job_listing&company=AbtPROD&navBarLevel=JOB_SEARCH&rcm_site_locale=en_US&career_job_req_id=37741&selected_lang=en_US&jobAlertController_jobAlertId=&jobAlertController_jobAlertName=&_s.crb=jZq8%2bxRTJT3fH1r%2bRNd1Q0PAYBQ%3d

Dear Colleagues.

Enclosed, please find a vacancy announcement for positions of Human Resources Officer (NO-B) Fixed-Term based in Juba, South Sudan. We would appreciate a wide circulation as possible among your organizations. Placement on your notice boards would also be appreciated. Please kindly note that this vacancy announcement is for South Sudanese nationals only.

How to Apply

Interested and suitable candidates should apply online using the link http://jobs.unicef.org/671/cw/en-us/job/495958 by or before Sunday 22^nd May 2016.No physical applications accepted.

UNICEF is committed to gender equality in its mandate and its staffs. Qualified female candidates and qualified persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Acknowledgement will be sent to short-listed candidates only.

UNICEF is a smoke-free environment, Zero tolerance of sexual abuse and exploitation

Safety and Security Consultant - 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

Due to the complexity of the situation on the ground there is a need for Safety and Security staff to be deployed with the Rapid Response Teams (RRT) currently carrying out missions in hard to reach areas. The missions are currently being supported by the NRC/WFP food distribution teams.
The main role of the safety and Security consultant will be to cover for an interim vacant position under recruitment and support the Distribution teams on security related matters.

Job description

• Specific Responsbilites:
• Conduct context, situational and risk analysis on assigned locations prior to deployment.
• Develop mission specific Safety and Security Management Plans that includes SOPs and Contingency Plans.
• Based on the Safety and Security Management plan ensure the team is fully equipped (for example; first aid kits, life vests if boat travel involved etc) for the mission.
• Conduct pre-deployment trainings/briefings to all team members prior to each mission.
• Ensure compliance of NRC Safety and Security Management policies and procedures.
• While on deployment provide the RRT members daily situational updates and relevant safety and security advice in consultation with the team leader.
• As per country specific Safety and Security procedures provide the Juba security office with updates twice daily.
• Ensure timely reporting of any security incidents and/or information that may lead to an incident which can negatively affect safety and security of NRC staff, assets, reputation and operations.
• Respond to and/or assist Team Leader to respond to any security incident or accident in the field involving any NRC staff, vehicle or asset and Rreport to NRC Security Advisor immediately.
• Build and maintain contacts with other security actors in the field and at Juba level and ensure operational linkages with other UN Agency and NGO partners involved in integrated missions as and when appropriate.

Qualifications

• Relevant university degree or higher education, preferably in security related field.
• 4 years of experience from working in security management in a humanitarian/recovery context.
• Experience from working in complex and volatile contexts
• Technical expertise in security management required.
• Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities.
• Knowledge about own leadership skills/profile.
• Fluency in English, both written and verbal.
• Valid driver’s license.

Education level

• College / University, Bachelor's degree

Personal qualities

• Ability to work under extremely stressful conditions,
• Travel extensively and meet deadlines at very short notice
• Ability to work with diplomacy, tact and sensitivity and experience in working within different cultural contexts requiring cultural sensitivity
• Well-developed interpersonal and team skills and proven ability to be flexible in demanding situations and ability to work under pressure and in response to changing needs
• Motivated and dedicated to NRC values and ways of working
• High degree of creativity and initiating new ideas
• Transparent and accountable
• Managing resources to optimize results
• Managing performance and development
• Empowering and building trust
• Handling insecure environments

We offer

• Three (3) months contract
• Commencement: ASAP, shortlisting and Interviews will continue as applications are received.
• Pay based on NRC South Sudan consultancy rates.

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

The Country Project Director (CPD) leads and manages the Challenge TB project in South Sudan. S/he is accountable for overall project strategy and success, including delivering on key project results.

The CPD has full accountability and authority for the development, execution, and monitoring of the Challenge TB project in country, including:

• development of technical strategy, work plans, budgets and performance management plans;
• implementation of the annual work plans and budgets;
• oversight, technical and managerial leadership of all Challenge TB project staff;
• overall project management, including the management of short and long term technical assistance and ensuring that the MSH/Challenge TB office follows standard Challenge TB and MSH administrative, procurement and financial procedures;
• documentation and communications;
• development and management of productive relationships with USAID, the Ministry of Health (MOH), the National Tuberculosis Leprosy and Brului Ulcer Program (NTLBP) and stakeholder(s); and coordination with other MSH projects. The CPD represents Challenge TB and MSH to USAID, the MOPH, the NTLBP, other governmental agencies and cooperating partners within South Sudan.

Administering, Advising, & Supporting Challenge TB Activities (60%)

• Develops long term strategies and coordinates the preparation of Challenge TB's annual work plans and budgets in close coordination with the Challenge TB partners, the MOPH and the NTP.
• Ensures timely submission of Challenge TB annual work plans and budgets to MSH, the project management unit (PMU) and USAID for review and approval.
• Ensures implementation of Challenge TB annual work plans and budget.
• Provides managerial and technical assistance to the NTLBP based on needs at various levels during the implementation of Challenge TB-supported work plans.
• Manages the creation of quarterly and annual progress reports and submits these to the PMU and USAID.
• Manages the creation of monthly and annual financial reports and submit these reports to MSH, USAID with support from the MSH Country Operations Management Unit (COMU) team.
• Supervises the coordination and logistics of external short term consultancies and timely delivery of goods, as part of the project.
• Reviews draft trip reports, technical reports, and other deliverables from STTA visits within the time frame provided in Scopes of Work (SOWs); provides internal approval and submits reports to USAID and the PMU as appropriate.
• Participates in and leads routine online meetings with the PMU and MSH/HQ team.
• When possible, applies innovative methods to capture and demonstrate project impact through evidence and project data.
• Liaises with the Communications Office at MSH/HQ to develop technical briefs, success stories and share them with external and internal audiences.
• Supports and participates in joint coordination and planning forums and technical working groups with other implementing agencies involved in TB control in South Sudan.
• Develop SOWs for short-term technical assistance and long term technical assistance in collaboration with the Deputy Project Director and obtains necessary approvals from the USAID Mission and modifies SOWs as required.
• Assumes full accountability for and oversight of Challenge TB project funds in South Sudan, supervises project operations and monitors the performance of the COMU finance team.
• Ensures that financial systems, controls and oversight are in place to mitigate financial risk.
• Ensures that all field office disbursement of funds (expenses and advances) are in compliance with USAID, MSH and Challenge TB policies, reviews field accounts prior to submission to PMU/KNCV.
• Ensures finance and budgeting procedures are adhered to and completed in a timely manner.
• Ensures all members of the field office management team with delegated financial approval have the appropriate training to carry out their fiduciary responsibilities and maintain control systems to ensure delegated authority is responsibly applied.
• With support from the COMU Manager and relevant Challenge TB and finance officers, determines the appropriate level of effort for project activities and quantifes the financial resources required to implement them.
• Monitors budget implementation and expenditures on a monthly and quarterly basis and ensures that expenditures contribute to the accomplishment of work plan activities.

Coordinating Program Activities (20%)

• Acts as the responsible manager of the Challenge TB office in Juba.
• Provides technical leadership and strategic guidance related to TB strategies, approaches and implementation to the Challenge TB project in South Sudan.
• Coordinates and facilitates Challenge TB partners and external experts providing technical assistance.
• Establishes and maintains partnership relationships with relevant institutions working in TB.
• Develops and maintains the appropriate network at the national level, within the context of existing agreements with authorities, Challenge TB partners, other stakeholders and USAID.
• Selects and contracts local project support staff through Human Resources.

Other Responsibilities (20%)

• Prepares and chairs quarterly co-ordination meetings with Challenge TB partners, MOH and NTLBP.
• Participates in and represents the Challenge TB project at relevant international and national partners meetings or conferences.
• Participates in relevant meetings organized by MSH and the PMU.
• Remains informed on current programs in the field of TB and the related development field.
• Develops and maintains an understanding and appreciation of the historical, political, economic, demographic and public health issues in South Sudan.
• Shares country program experience and results within South Sudan and with other Challenge TB Country Project Directors to promote the use of best practices and to take advantage of lessons learned.
• Provides leadership and teambuilding activities for the in-country field office to strengthen teamwork, efficient use of time, individual work planning, communication and customer satisfaction.
• Leverages resources, actively seeks opportunities to work with civil society organizations at all levels and with other donors (specifically the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria).
• In consultation with the MSH/Juba office and with support from the MSH/USA office, maintains and supervises a functioning organizational structure for the project office, complete with financial and administrative procedures based on MSH Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and project management manuals.
• Responsible for the oversight of the following project management functions: accounting, procurement, office management, inventory, travel, and administrative support.
• Supervises the Deputy Project Director-Technical.
  Qualifications

Required Education:

• Advanced degree in a health-related field with specialized training and/or experience relating to training in public health or equivalent.

Required Experience:

• At least 8 years demonstrated relevant experience and proven knowledge in programming and management of TB and TB/HIV control in African countries.
• Demonstrated experience with the management of USAID projects.

Knowledge and Skills

• Experience with public health programs supported by bilateral agencies such as USAID and international agencies such as WHO and World Bank preferred.
• Excellent strategic thinking and planning skills
• Demonstrated organizational, managerial and supervisory skills and abilities; sound judgment and high ethical standards; flexible and able to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines.
• Skilled in project cycle management and budget monitoring.
• Experience providing technical assistance to government counterparts and the coordination of donors and implementing partners.
• Excellent writing and presentation skills in English essential.

Competencies

• Excellent strategic thinking and planning skills.
• Demonstrated organizational, managerial and supervisory skills; sound judgment, and high ethical standards; flexible and able to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines.
• Skilled in project cycle management and budget monitoring.
• Experience providing technical assistance to government counterparts and the coordination of donors and implementing partners.
• Excellent writing and presentation skills in English essential.

Physical Demands

• Travel requirements: Ability to travel internationally and domestically as required to support the progress of program (20% of time).
• Keyboard use, pulling drawers, lifting papers <10lbs., etc.
  Reports To
  Senior Manager/Senior Director IDC/HPG

Notes
Management Sciences for Health (MSH), a global health nonprofit organization, uses proven approaches developed over 40 years to help leaders, health managers, and communities in developing nations build stronger health systems for greater health impact. We work to save lives by closing the gap between knowledge and action in public health. Since its founding in 1971, MSH has worked in over 150 countries with policy makers, health professionals, and health care consumers to improve the quality, availability and affordability of health services. Working with governments, donors, non governmental organizations, the private sector, and health agencies, MSH responds to priority health problems such as HIV & AIDS; tuberculosis; malaria; maternal, newborn and child health; family planning and reproductive health; and chronic non-communicable diseases such as cancer, diabetes, and lung and heart disease. Through strengthening capacity, investing in health systems innovation, building the evidence base, and advocating for sound public health policy, MSH is committed to making a lasting difference in global health.

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Posted on: 16/05/2016
Desired start date: ASAP
Duration of the mission: 6 months with possible extension pending on funding and mission’s needs
Location: Juba, South Sudan

About the mission:

Solidarités International (SI) is operating in South Sudan since 2006, and it developed activities in emergency and post emergency context, particularly in rural and semi-urban areas. Its expertise in running emergency WaSH interventions is highly acknowledged by all WaSH actors and donors.

SI has been present in South Sudan since the end of 2006. In October 2006, SI conducted an assessment in Malakal and its surroundings, gradually expanding its presence in Upper Nile State to respond to the WaSH needs of both urban population in Malakal and vulnerable rural communities.

From 2007 onwards, SI conducted several WaSH interventions in Upper Nile State and Jonglei. They were triggered by various causes: Kalaazar or cholera epidemic, internal population displacements, influxes of refugees, etc.

Following an assessment conducted in November 2008, SI chose to intervene in Juba as well.

From March 2010, SI started to work in WaSH in Unity State (Mayom, Abiemnom, and Rubkona Counties). SI activities were coordinated from an office in Bentiu (State capital).

In 2015, SI is working in Malakal and the camp of Wau Shilluk in Upper Nile State, conducting WaSH activities. SI Emergency Preparedness and Response team also conducts WaSH-oriented EP&R interventions throughout the whole country.

The mission budget for 2016 is forecasted to be of around 4 M USD, with an operational base in Malakal / Wau Shilluk (Upper Nile State) + the Emergency Preparedness & Response team based in Juba and deployed all over the country + the coordination team based in Juba. The team consists of around 15 expatriates and 90 national staff.

SI SSD current priorities are:

• Maintain and develop its emergency response, providing access to emergency WaSH services for vulnerable and acutely vulnerable populations; build the capacity of the team in order to provide high quality multi-sectorial assessments
• Secure longer term funding for its WaSH activities in Malakal PoC / Malakal town
• Diversify the areas of static presence with a potential opening of an additional base and a focus on longer-term WaSH-related needs in relevant areas
• Develop sectors of intervention with potential launching of pilot FSL activities in Solidarités International intervention areas

About the job:
The Program Coordinator supports the Head of Mission (HoM) in the definition of the mission’s strategy based on humanitarian context, as well as in its implementation and follow-up.

S/He is in charge of the smooth running of the program part of the mission, monitors projects, ensuring that they are progressing in accordance with the SOLIDARITÉS INTERNATIONAL charter and complying with internal and contractual procedures.

S/He organizes donors’ proposals and reports writing with the team.

S/He assists in mobilizing the material and financial resources necessary for the programs to run effectively and supervises the administration of these resources.

Key priorities of the position:

• Together with the HoM, work on the definition of SI 2017 strategy in South Sudan
• Together with the HoM, work on the identification of potential new areas of intervention
• Based on the needs and the humanitarian context, work on the definition of potential new activities to be implemented in SI current intervention areas (Wau Shilluk, Malakal)
• Work on the development of an appropriate Food Security and Livelihoods strategy for SI in South Sudan
• Closely monitor the relevant funding opportunities and work on the development of new project proposals and concept notes
• Closely oversee the implementation of the ongoing projects, providing technical advice when needed
• Work with the program teams on the implementation of MEAL procedures (SI project follow-up tools (APU, weekly reports), capitalization through activity forms…), ensure the quality of external reporting
• Upon request, support the EPR team in the implementation and monitoring of emergency activities + support the development of additional areas of intervention if necessary.

Your profile

Experience:

• Masters’ degree or equivalent in law, political science, international organization management, project management or a relevant field
• 5 years of professional experience, including a minimum of 3 years in the humanitarian environment, with at least a positive experience in leading teams for at least 2 years.
• Proven experience in conflict/post-conflict contexts and insecure environments, with consequent experience in supporting emergency response

Skills:

• Significant knowledge and experience of grant writing and project management for major institutional donors, including: OFDA/USAID, ECHO, UN Agencies (UNHCR, UNICEF, etc.) and pooled funding mechanisms, such as CHF
• Proper understanding of NGO and UN coordination issues
• Proper understanding of the definition, implementation and monitoring mechanisms for WaSH and FSL-related projects
• Ability, acquired through experience, to professionally and appropriately represent the organization and negotiate and defend Solidarités International’s interests
• Management abilities, and particularly team management skills and capacities to provide distance technical support
• Excellent organizational and prioritization skills and the ability to multi-task and support and/or fill multiple positions at one time
• Strong initiatives and improvisation capacities
• Good stress management
• Commitment to the job and the organization, flexibility and autonomy
• Knowledge of SI’s field of expertise and specific tools would be a strong asset

Language:

• Fluent English (written, spoken and read), essential for writing proposals and reports and for external coordination and representation meetings with other NGOs, UN agencies, donors and governmental bodies.
• Knowledge of French and Arabic are an asset

IT:

• Computer literacy with very good command of MS Office Suite.

We offer
SI will offer you:

A salaried post: according to experience from 2000 euros gross per month, plus 10% annual leave allowance paid monthly, and a monthly Per Diem of 700 USD.
Social and medical cover: Expatriates benefit from an insurance package which reimburses all healthcare expenses (including medical and surgical expenses, dental care and ophthalmological expenses, repatriation) and a welfare system including war risks. Essential vaccination and antimalarial treatment costs are refunded.
Vacation: During the assignment, a system of alternation between work and time off is implemented at the rate of one break every three months. For a one-year assignment, the expatriate will have a 7-day break during the 3rd and the 9th month (with 500 euros allocated by Solidarités). He or she will also be entitled to go back to his or her home country for a 14-day period after six months spent on the mission (Solidarités will cover travel costs).
For further information about SI, please consult our website: http://www.solidarites.org/en/

Contact : Corinne LORIN, Expatriate Human Ressources Officer

Application process

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Reference:

DD/SFPW/SS

Country:

South Sudan

Job Title:

State Focal Point - WASH Cluster

Contract Grade: B

Contract Length: 1 Year

Date Needed By: 25^th May 2016

New Post or Replacement: Replacement

Accompanied / Unaccompanied: Unaccompanied

Exact Job Location: Bentiu, Unity State, South Sudan

Reports To: Internally: Programme Director - Emergency

Externally: National WASH Cluster Coordinator

Responsible For: Coordinating roles and responsibilities in the WASH cluster response in Unity State, including ensuring adherence to agreed standards and operational guidelines regarding the overall WASH cluster coordination.

Liaises With: Concern Country Director, WASH partners in Unity State (including UN agencies, INNGOs National NGOs), CCCM, OCHA, Assistant Country Director Systems, Assistant Country Director programmes, Area Coordinator, WASH Programme Manager, Emergency nutritionist, and other Officers in Unity state.

Job Purpose: To lead and coordinate the implementation and strategic development of the WASH response in Unity state, incorporating risk and vulnerability, inequality and protection, in line with WASH cluster guidelines and terms of reference. Reporting to the cluster, organising/chairing state WASH cluster meetings and attending national WASH cluster coordination meeting wherever possible. In addition, to prepare response matrixes for the state for EP&R where gaps arise.

Main Duties & Responsibilities:

Coordination & representation:

· In coordination and collaboration with Camp Coordination and Camp Management (CCCM), humanitarian clusters and partner agencies, develop and support plans for development and management of WASH facilities in Bentiu PoC sites.

· Ensure partners harmonize response strategies by developing contingency plans, strategies that address current needs of beneficiaries in Bentiu IDP camp as well as the whole state.

· Coordinate overall WASH response activities in Unity state, including ensuring adherence to agreed standards and operational guidelines and terms of reference of WASH Cluster

· Ensure appropriate dialogue and consultation with WASH implementing partners, beneficiaries and host government, making sure where relevant they are involved and/ or informed in needs assessment, delivery of WASH services /assistance and development/implementation of durable solutions.

· Chair the WASH Cluster meetings within the POC sites and various field locations and update the WASH Cluster Coordinators at Juba and the CCCM Coordination team at Bentiu

· Coordinate services delivered by WASH NGOs in accordance with agreed standards and ensure integration and coordination with health, nutrition and NFI/shelter interventions in the state.

Leadership

· Provide information, support and guidance to the WASH cluster agency assessment teams to be deployed in Unity state

· Overall provision of technical and strategic guidance to the Cluster agencies and Concern’s WASH programme in Unity state.

· Contribute to the development of strategies for a WASH cluster at State level that links to the National WASH strategies.

· Establishing an open dialogue with the relevant authorities to enable discussions on any problem that is related to WASH in and outside the Camps in the efforts to comply with obligations of the government, UN agencies and humanitarian organizations.

· Supporting community ownership of facilities in Bentiu PoC through supporting strategic documentation as well as dialogue between partners and the community.

· Coordination and monitoring of services delivered by WASH NGOs in accordance with agreed standards

· Referring issues that cannot be resolved at the Bentiu level to the National cluster coordinator

· Representing the WASH Cluster at state level meetings with the government authorities as well as in donor visits and cluster team visits.

· Support the WASH Cluster coordination team in organising field visits by prioritizing areas that need support in terms of coordination and preparing ToRs for such missions.

Programme Cycle Management & Technical Guidance

· Take lead on technical support and advise Managers and Officers of WASH implementing partners in both UNMISS camps and rural environment on planning, design, and construction of WASH facilities and services, borehole drilling, development and construction.

· Technically support the WASH cluster in organizing, executing, analysing and reporting on needs assessments and surveys

· Support the national WASH Cluster in information management by supporting in collection of 5Ws, as well as Bentiu PoC WASH data, e.g. Current water, latrine, showers ratios, etc.

· Ensure maintenance of WASH infrastructure and support WASH partners to secure funding.

· Assisting the WASH agencies in defining the standards and indicators that are to be applied in particular responses requiring camp sitting.

· Identification gaps in the provision of WASH and assistance and avoiding duplication of activities in Bentiu PoC as well as in Unity State

· Ensure timely reporting to the WASH cluster, WASH partners and Concern on the progress of implementation and performance of WASH response to achieve Humanitarian Minimum Standards in WASH sector

· Provide support and guidance on identifying and promoting best practices and appropriate design and construction of WASH related facilities and systems, considering environmental, sustainability and appropriate technology issues.

· Representing the WASH cluster in state level assessments, as well as IRNAs. The SFP will also be required to take field visits in different parts of Unity for fact finding missions as well as to offer support to partners (both technical and software, e.g. hygiene promotion.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Essential Education, Qualifications & Experience Required:

· At least a relevant BSc. degree (Water/Environmental/Civil Engineering, )

· At least four years working in emergency settings for an international NGO in the field of WASH, with at least 2 years’ experience in the coordination and management of emergency WASH programmes

· Good experience and understanding of coordination roles

· Experience and sound understanding of the mechanisms required for ensuring WASH hardware sustainability and supporting rural communities to establish rural water tariff mechanisms in line with national Government policies; as well as a good grasp of appropriate methodologies for achieving sustainable behaviour change in WASH

· Capacity building experience, including identification of training needs and training experience

· Proven ability in report writing, research and documentation

· Experience in Monitoring and Evaluation techniques and a good grasp of project cycle management.

· Experience of collaboratively working with international NGOs National NGOs and UN Agencies

· Excellent communication skills in English and proven experience in leading coordination meeting and negotiations.

· Good analytical, planning and time management skills.

· Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel

· Strong personality that can relate to agencies and build sustainable relations between the WASH Cluster and partners

Desirable:

· English language skills

· Knowledge of AutoCAD and GIS software packages

· Cluster coordination skills

Special Skills, Aptitude or Personality Requirements:

· Ability to organize and prioritize workload, using initiative when appropriate

· Good team player, flexible and capable of working with a multinational country team,
politically and culturally sensitive

· Ability and willingness to live in basic conditions for long periods of time, to walk to areas which are inaccessible by road, to work in isolated rural areas and to live and operate in sensitive safety & security environments.

· Ability to cope with stress, work under pressure often to strict deadlines

· Flexibility, adaptability, sense of humour, and patience

· Ability to motivate and develop skills of others

· Facilitation and interpersonal skills

· Analytical and problem solving skills

· Ability to assess problems and recommend solutions

· Methodical and thorough

· Good leadership skills

All applications should be submitted through our website at https://jobs.concern.net by closing date. CV’s should be no more than 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.

To apply, please follow the below link:

https://jobs.concern.net/VacancyDetail.aspx?VacancyUID=000000002600

Position Title : Laboratory Specialist Duty Station : Juba, South Sudan Classification : Professional Staff, Grade P1 Type of Appointment : Special short-term graded, Six months with possibility of extension Estimated Start Date : ASAP Closing Date : 26 May 2016

Established in 1951, IOM is the leading inter-governmental organization in the field of migration and works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-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 first-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, Swaziland, Timor-Leste, Holy See, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Venezuela (Bolivarian Republic of), Vanuatu, Samoa

Context:

Under the direct supervision of the Migration Health Emergency Coordinator and overall supervision of the Health Programme Manager, the successful candidate will work in close coordination and collaboration with other members of the laboratory and health teams. S/he will be responsible for implementing all laboratory protocols and system of referrals, including evaluating laboratory services.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1. Assist the supervisor in organizing and implementing laboratory activities including providing on the job practical training to laboratory staff, arranging work rosters, and monitoring adherence to infection control and safety procedures as well as proper sample collection and referral of samples to the laboratory.

2. Provide data, inputs and feedback with respect to the expansion of the HIV and TB programmes nationally.

3. Travel to IOM health operational areas nationally for supportive monitoring and quality assurance of HIV and TB programmes.

4. Enter and maintain data in IOM specific laboratory databases and ensure that all testing is recorded and weekly reports are generated and sent to the Migration Health Programme Manager.

5. Perform laboratory testing for Tuberculosis, including:

a. Arrange for the collection of appropriate pathology specimens from appropriately registered clients, as requested by health clinicians. b. Prepare a laboratory specimen collection roster. c. Preparation of transportation arrangements including documentation and suitable packaging for specimens requiring follow-up testing at external laboratory facilities. d. Processing, smear preparation, and reading of collected specimens for Tuberculosis, by acid-fast stain. e. Application of appropriate molecular testing methods to identify Tuberculosis and viral load in specimens by GeneXpert.

1. Monitor laboratory equipment and supplies to ensure sufficient stock and timely purchase requests, and liaise with Regional laboratory service providers for procurement in South Sudan as may be required.

2. Liaise with the National TB Programme (NTP) South Sudan and the regional laboratory to facilitate internal and external Quality Assurance and Quality Control Systems in the laboratory for the tests done.

3. Liaise with the IOM regional laboratory, and other international laboratory facilities as required, for technical advice and support.

4. Conduct HIV testing and monitoring through:

a. Establish CD4 count testing; b. HIV viral load testing; c. Blood Biochemistry testing; d. And serology testing as required by the IOM Health Officers and Clinicians.

1. Assist in the coordination of, and participate in, awareness raising activities relevant to the lab, including commemoration of calendar days like World TB Day, World AIDS Day, etc.

2. Assist in the development of proposals and potential lab activities by carrying out research, providing technical inputs and drafting components of reports and proposals.

3. Attend coordination and stakeholder meetings as required, both in Juba and at the State level.

4. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Education

• Master’s degree in Medical Laboratory Sciences or a related field from an accredited academic institution; or • University degree in the above fields with two years of relevant professional experience.

Experience

• Experience in a busy laboratory; • Experience in installation & operation of GeneXpert is an added advantage;

• Knowledge of computer systems and applications.

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 e-Recruitment system, by 26 May 2016 at the latest, referring to this advertisement.

For further information, please refer to: http://www.iom.int/cms/en/sites/iom/home/about-iom-1/recruitment/how-to-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 e-recruitment system.

Posting period:

From 13.05.2016 to 26.05.2016

Requisition: SVN 2016/57 (P) - Laboratory Specialist (P1) - Juba, South Sudan (54785405) Released Posting: Posting NC54801778 (54801778) Released

Consultant -Mid Term Programme Evaluation - 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

HAVE YOU CONDUCTED ANY LIVELIHOODS RELATED PROGRAMME EVALUATION BEFORE? IF YES, NRC HAS AN ASSIGNMENT FOR YOU IN SOUTH SUDAN.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

1. Interested candidates/firms shall express interest and send request to the contact person on email; ( mark.wanyama@nrc.no ) requesting for the detailed ToR.
2. Submit technical and financial proposal through the same e-mail address
3. Provide any evidence of previous similar work
   Verification of the applicant’s successful experience and performance may be obtained from formal reference reports and representatives of client organisations.
   NRC is implementing the South Sudan Rural Development Program (SORUDEV)-Smallholder component in Warrap State with funding from the European Union. The over-arching objective of the SORUDEV projects is to contribute to increased food security, reduced vulnerability and enhanced livelihoods of rural households in South Sudan. The priority focus is on displacement affected groups including, returnees and host communities. Over 80% of the population in South Sudan derives their livelihood from agriculture, with the majority producing at subsistence level. The sector contributes about one third of the country’s GDP despite its current state of under-development. By focusing on smallholder farmers, the project seeks to make a significant contribution towards economic growth and poverty reduction. The action seeks to achieve one specific objective namely; to increase and diversify agricultural production and income for smallholder farmers in Warrap State. The project is being implemented in 4 of the 6 Counties of Warrap State namely Gogrial West, Gogrial East, Tonj South and Twic.
   The Overall Evaluation Purpose;
   The overall objective of this evaluation is to document and inform the stakeholders (donors, partners and beneficiaries) of the program’s relevance, effectiveness, and sustainability, the potential impact, challenges and the lessons learned for project improvement in the next period.

Job description

• Specific Objectives;
• To assess the overall performance of the project against the baseline data established at the start of the project.
• To assess progress in the achievements of outcomes, outputs and activities.
• To assess the scope, quality and relevance of the project outputs produced.
• To provide actionable, context appropriate and innovative recommendations for project improvement in the next implementation period.

Qualifications

• Competent firms and individuals are encouraged to apply.
• Interested firms shall be asked to present proof of legal status.
• Minimum of 4 years experience in the field of Project Management and Evaluation or related field.
• Experience from working in complex and volatile contexts, Knowledge of South Sudan is an added advantage .
• Ability to manage huge volumes of data, carry out analysis using relevant statistical packages.
• Documented results related to the consultancy responsibilities.
• Fluency in English, both written and verbal

Education level

• College / University, Master / Phd grade

Personal qualities

• Responsible for independently organizing work; prioritizing tasks; planning ahead; following through to complete assignments.
• Timeliness and Accuracy of Work - Performs assignments in an accurate, complete and timely manner; overall quantity and quality of work; meeting deadlines; thoroughness.
• Communication - Communicates clearly, both verbally and in writing; listening attentively and being receptive to feedback; providing candid feedback; preparing required documentation.

We offer

• Commencement: As soon as possible
• Contract period: fast paced assignment to be concluded by 20th July 2016.
• Fees: According to NRC’s South Sudan Consultancy rates.
• Duty station: Warrap State -South Sudan with regular travel to the field.

Miscellaneous info

• Travel: Some travelling must be expected

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

1. BACKGROUND

1.1 Handicap International background

The Handicap International (HI) Federation is an independent international aid organisation working in situations of poverty and exclusion, conflict and disaster. Working alongside persons with disabilities and other vulnerable groups, our action and testimony are focused on responding to their essential needs, improving their living conditions and promoting respect for their dignity and fundamental rights. HI promotes an inclusive approach by focusing on access to services “for all” whenever possible rather than developing specific actions for people with disabilities.

Confronted with the widespread nature of the devastation caused by landmines and unexploded ordnance, Handicap International chose, in 1992, to extend its field of interventions to include the prevention of accidents caused by landmines and other explosive remnants of war (ERW) through clearance and demining of affected areas. HI’s work on the landmine issue, like its work on the issue of sub-munitions and other ERW, is based on the organisation’s overriding concern to address disability by both preventative and curative means.

1.2 Project background

In 2012 Handicap International designed a four year mine action programme to reduce the threat and the impact of ERW with both preventative and curative actions in four countries: Libya, Lao PDR, Mozambique and South Sudan.

In all four countries, project activities aimed at contributing to the country’s overall socio-economic growth through land released to the community, through reducing the likelihood of injury and death, and through the provision of specific support to mine/ERW victims. Projects in Libya, Mozambique and the Lao PDR aimed at linking clearance to development by renewing access to land and services, by reclaiming critical infrastructure and by removing the threat of traumatic injury to beneficiaries. In Mozambique, South Sudan and the Lao PDR, a victim assistance component directly helps local mine/ERW victims and other people with disabilities and specifically in South Sudan, to build the new nation’s national capacity to address such needs country-wide. As a transversal issue, the project also intended to collect, analyze and share lessons learned about livelihood opportunities for landmine/ERW survivors and other people with disabilities in order to be able to develop practical, evidence-based recommendations on different livelihood approaches developed within a mine action Victim Assistance context.

1.3 Detailed context description

Libya Project implementation period: 1 July 2012 – 31 December 2014. HI established operations in Libya in April 2011 in response to the armed conflict between Colonel Muammar Gaddafi and his opponents. Initially designed as a two year project, under the Netherlands funding HI implemented an integrated Conventional Weapons Management and Destruction programme comprising Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD), Battle Area Clearance (BAC) and mine/ERW/Small Arms and Light Weapons (SALW) Risk Awareness comprising risk education, public information and advocacy. Since 2011 HI intervened in eastern and western Libya in Tripoli, Benghazi, Sirte and Misrata and surrounding areas. Under the Netherlands grant, activities were implemented in Misrata and Sirte, management from the country headquarters in Tripoli. The programme ensured strong coordination with the Libyan Mine Action Centre (LibMAC) throughout the delivery of the project. A capacity building component of the project meant collaboration with a local mine action NGO, the Assalama Association, based between Tripoli and Gharyan. Whilst the programme was designed to be implemented following Libya’s 2011 conflict throughout the post-conflict to reconstruction phase, in mid-2014 renewed violence broke out leading to yet another internal armed conflict affecting much of the country. Since 2014 and until today, concerning HI’s main areas of intervention, the most heavily affected areas have included Tripoli and Sirte with occasional suicide attacks and aerial bombings in Misrata. As a consequence of ongoing instability in Libya, the final evaluation shall be conducted remotely by available means and interviews with stakeholders.

Mozambique Project implementation period: 1 July 2012 – 31 March 2016. HI’s humanitarian mine action project in Mozambique intended to contribute to the reduction of structural poverty and promote civil peace and security in three ways – 1) Completed clearance of two of the most mine-affected provinces in the country, both of which have been and will continue to play a key role in economic development for the country through increased agricultural productivity and tourism; 2) Completed turnover of responsibility to local actors and government for on-going risk education and any residual clearance needs that may emerge; and 3) Increased allocation of resources and services to landmine survivors and other people with disabilities with an emphasis on improving livelihood opportunities.

Through the mine clearance component, the project aimed to clear and return 100% of known suspected or confirmed hazardous areas in four districts, one in Inhambane Province and three in Sofala Province, back to communities. Inhambane and Sofala were two of the remaining three most mine-affected provinces in the country.

Through risk education, the needs for addressing current risk and potential residual risk from landmines and ERW in the future should have been assessed. Local institutions best equipped to take on all future risk education responsibilities should be identified and prepared for a role in assuring a permanent capacity for mine risk education in the country.

Through victim assistance, the project aimed to improve the knowledge and capacities of national Victim Assistance stakeholders regarding the needs and priorities of mine survivors. A National Victim Assistance Action Plan was planned to be written and validated by national authorities. Local civil society organizations were to be trained to lobby for the Plan’s implementation and to track progress made against its goals.

Lao PDR Project implementation period: 1 July 2012 – 30 June 2016. The Lao PDR National Socio-Economic Development Plan identified ERW contamination as a threat to physical safety, livelihoods and food security and linked high levels of contamination with high levels of poverty, primarily in the remote highlands. In 2008, the UN’s World Food Program found that 50% of children living in rural Lao were chronically malnourished, a condition that has not changed over the past decade despite steady economic growth. The problem is most prevalent among ethnic minorities in remote mountain villages. The Lao PDR Committee for Planning concluded that ERW clearance is the initial critical first step to increase social and economic opportunities in the poorest 17 districts of the Lao PDR.

Handicap International’s Safe Steps Forward project aimed to reduce the threat posed by unexploded ordnance (UXO) in Nong, Sepon and Vilabuly, the three most contaminated districts in Savannakhet, which is the most UXO-impacted province in the country. Once the project is completed, poor communities should be able to earn a better living in a safe environment in what is one of the poorest regions in the country. The project also aimed to strengthen local capacity to assist UXO survivors and other people with disabilities to better pursue social and economic opportunities.

South Sudan Project implementation period: 1 July 2012 –30 June 2016. Handicap International’s Live Well in Community: Victim Assistance for South Sudan project, implemented in Central Equatoria (Yei County) and in Western Bar El Ghazal (Wau County), worked directly with South Sudanese landmine/ERW survivors and their families to help them determine how to earn a living, for many the most difficult and brutal of the tasks facing them after injury. Simultaneously, HI intended to work at the district level in both states to improve the services available in local hospitals and health clinics and at the national level to strengthen the new government’s capacity to coordinate and implement victim assistance activities.

People with disabilities, including landmine survivors are often the most vulnerable and the poorest in their communities, as they are often discriminated against and not regarded as fully contributing members of society. HI’s victim assistance activities included raising society’s awareness about landmine survivors and other people with disabilities, their rights, their needs and their potential to contribute socio-economically. Referral systems were put in place to allow mine/ERW victims and people with disabilities to access health, rehabilitation, psychosocial, and socio-economic services. Training was provided to service providers to ensure their services are accessible. Physical rehabilitation services through mobile outreach teams helped victims and other people with disabilities to reach and sustain their optimum level of independence and functioning, allowing them to participate socially and economically. The project aimed at strengthening national capacity for multi-stakeholder coordination of the country’s victim assistance strategy.

1. PROJECT AT A GLANCE

Title: From Emergency to reconstruction: a mine action program for Libya, Mozambique, Republic of South Sudan and the Lao PDR.

Overall objective: Reduce the number of mine and cluster munition victims, promote socio-economic development and meet Ottawa and/or Oslo treaty goals in four countries.

Specific objective: • Specific objective 1: Improve security and stability in three post-conflict mine and/or cluster affected countries through a comprehensive humanitarian mine action program of survey, clearance, and risk education. • Specific objective 2: Enable socio-economic development in four mine and/or cluster affected countries as a result of clearance activities. • Specific objective 3: Improve access to services for victims of landmines and/or cluster munitions in Mozambique, South Sudan and Lao PDR. • Specific objective 4: Collect, analyze and share lessons learned about livelihood opportunities for landmine/ERW survivors and other people with disabilities in resource scarce countries from the work accomplished in three of four projects.

Project Area: Libya: Tripoli, Misrata, Sirte Lao PDR: Nong, Sepon and Vilabuly districts, Savannakhet province Mozambique: Inhambane and Sofala provinces South Sudan: Central Equatoria (Yei County) and in Western Bar El Ghazal (Wau County)

Financial Support: Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Netherlands Duration: 4 years (1 July 2012 – 30 June 2016)

Time and projected dates of the evaluation

June/July 2016, approximately 42 working days in total.

1. DESCRIPTION OF THE ASSIGNMENT

3.2 Overall Objective of the mission

With the aim to provide Handicap International with an independent and result-oriented Post Evaluation of this multi-year multi-country project, the objective of the assignment is:

• To assess progress of the activities carried out following the evaluation criteria (see 3.3);
• To assess the impact of the intervention globally and within the specific countries;
• To further inform the government of the Netherlands and HI on the impact of multi-year, multi-country programming.

Assessing the actions implemented and the achievement over the 4 years period will enable to identify the scope/needs for future projects and better inform on approaches and actions in favor of mine clearance, risk prevention and assistance to victims, within the targeted countries.

3.3 Specific Objectives of the mission

• A final evaluation of the project is completed, including: i. an analysis of the level of achievement of the indicators at objectives, results and activities level as defined in the logical framework, as well as according to the set criteria: relevance, effectiveness, efficiency, impact and sustainability. ii. the measure of effectiveness by assessing on how far the intended outputs and results were achieved, in particular in terms of benefit for the local populations and the different Mine Action Authorities. The evaluator should identify all recorded impacts, including any unintended ones and compare them to intended impacts. A specific focus should be put on the socio-economic impact of the programme. iii. To evaluate the ownership/appropriation of the target beneficiaries:

1. Local communities
2. Mines Action Authorities

iv. To evaluate the added value of the project vis-à-vis other operations funded by various donors on Mine Action within the programmes. v. To identify good practices and lessons learned of the project.

• A list of recommendations is formulated to identify areas of the project that do not need to continue, areas to be strengthened and areas to be added to facilitate risk reduction for mine/ERW affected communities, improve life conditions for survivors, promote socio-economic development and help meet Ottawa and/or Oslo treaty goals in the four targeted countries.

3.4 Requested services

On the basis of an agreed methodology and work plan, the evaluator will closely work with the programmes and local mine action authorities:

• Examining programme reports, work plans and any other relevant information;
• Meetings with the programme teams;
• Meetings with the partners and beneficiaries of the activities: Mine Action Authorities, civil society organisations, communities, mine/ERW victims and survivors, others. Field visits are foreseen.

3.5 Required outputs

The following will be required from the evaluator:

• A methodology and a work planning for each country to be approved by the project’s Steering Committee at headquarters (by day 5 of the contract).
• A final evaluation report that must fulfill the objectives under 3.2. (to be submitted at the latest 4 days prior to the end of the contract).
• A debriefing with the project’s Steering Committee, including a presentation of the evaluation’s key findings. 3.6 Evaluation criteria

3.6.1 Relevance: Problems and Needs

• The extent to which stated objectives correctly addressed the identified problems and social/development needs. 
• The extent to which objectives have been updated/changed in order to adapt to changes in the context. 
• Is the choice of areas of intervention relevant? Why?
• Did the different national contexts presented favorable conditions to the implementation of the projects and the achievement of objectives? 
• Is the structure of different activities in a country, as well as in between the different countries relevant? 
• Are partnerships established relevant? What could have improved the quality and efficiency of partnerships? 
• Which element hindered or favored the achievement of objectives? 
• Is the intervention strategy based on 3 pillars of intervention relevant? Which links and mechanisms exist between these three axes? Has this approach enabled to develop synergies between the pillars?

3.6.2 Effectiveness: Achievement of Purpose

• The extent to which the project’s results are attained and the specific objectives achieved, or are expected to be achieved. 
• The appropriateness of the Monitoring & Evaluation process and the mobilisation of the resources required for its implementation to assess the project’s results. 
• To what extend the actual results match the performance targets set out initially (if not, highlight the possible explaining factors and recommendations to address gaps in the future would a subsequent phase be possible). 
• The extent to which the target groups have access to the results/services (identify remaining barriers if any), as apparent by key stakeholders. 
• Effectiveness of capacity building activities for implementing partners. 
• Effectiveness of the Comprehensive Approach to Mine Action (CAMA) with synergies exploited between clearance, risk education and victim assistance (Lao PDR). 
• Whether any shortcomings were due to failure to take into account cross-cutting or overarching issues such as gender, capacity of implementing organizations, etc. 
• In the 4 targeted countries, were the conditions for technical and financial sustainability of actions and services engaged?

3.6.3 Efficiency: Sound management and value for money

• How well the various activities transformed the available resources into the intended results in terms of quantity, quality and timeliness. Comparison should be made against what was planned. 
• Does the project have appropriate and efficient financial monitoring tools? 
• To what extent the programme has utilized its resources (e.g. time, money, human resources, implementing partners and government partners) efficiently? 
• Efficiency of the Comprehensive Approach to Mine Action (CAMA) with synergies exploited between clearance, risk education and victim assistance (Lao PDR). 
• The extent to which the costs of the project have been justified by the benefits, whether or not expressed in monetary terms.  The extent to which cooperation mechanisms were understood and actively supported by all stakeholders (inter-institutional structures such as steering and coordination committees; the involvement of the relevant actors in the decision-making concerning the project orientation and implementation, the communication between the project management, the partners and the key stakeholders, etc.). 
• The extent to which the partnership modalities facilitated/ constrained the implementation of the activities.  Have resources been maximized? 
• The extent to which the administrative framework of the multi country grant has enabled or hindered the optimum use of resources.

3.6.4 Impact: Achievement of Wider Effects

• The extent to which the objectives of the project have been achieved as intended, in particular, the planned overall objective. 
• The appropriateness of the Monitoring & Evaluation process and the mobilization of the resources required for its implementation to assess the project’s impact. 
• Are there constraints limiting potential impacts of the project, and suggestions on how it could have been addressed/ could be addressed in a future project.

3.6.5 Sustainability: Likely Continuation of Achieved Results

An assessment of whether the positive outcomes of the project and the flow of benefits are likely to continue after external funding ends on the basis of the following:

• Main achievements and limits of the project in terms of technical, financial and socio- economic sustainability. 
• The level of ownership of objectives and achievements by the project stakeholders and likelihood for them to maintain the implementation of project activities. 
• Institutional capacity – the extent to which the project is embedded in local institutional structures, where relevant. 
• Accessibility - the extent to which persons with disabilities, vulnerable people and their family members have sustainable increased capacity to access services in Mozambique, Laos and South Sudan. 
• Does capitalization allow the transfer of methodologies and good practices in other countries? 
• Which elements have been hindering/ facilitating to the strengthening of capacity building of institutional actors?
• What would be priority action in the sector? 
• Recommendations for the strengthening of the CAMA approach. 
• Recommendations for strengthening global coordination of multi-country grants.

3.7 Deliverables

At the end of his/her mission, the evaluator will provide (without being limited to):

A. Final evaluation report: a detailed evaluation report including

• An executive summary with main findings;
• Introduction to the contexts;
• Summary of factors contributing to relevance, efficiency, effectiveness, impact and sustainability of the activities carried out, generally and per country;
• Summary of factors limiting relevance, efficiency, effectiveness, impact and sustainability of the activities carried out, generally and per country;
• Identification and recommendations on the conceptual approach, the partnership approach, the logic of intervention, and on possible strategies for enhancing effectiveness, relevance and sustainability of the project, generally and per country;
• List of persons met during the evaluation process and salient points of the meetings;
• Final agenda for the evaluation.

B. Lessons learnt

• A learning paper for internal dissemination (ie. for example, a 2-page document written in bullet points) on lessons learnt and good practices taken from the project.

C. Recommendations for future action

• Specific recommendations with regard to a potential next phase of the project with evidence and reasoning.

3.8 Suggested methods / activities

In order to develop ownership and ensure the involvement and interest of the stakeholders for sustainable changes and future developments, the evaluation will be conducted in a participatory way, involving HI staff, partners’ staff, and any stakeholder directly or indirectly involved in development/implementation of the project.

It is suggested to the evaluator to use a crossed-analysis methodology based on:  Review of literature and project documents (proposal, reports, research report, tools, etc.).  Interviews with HQ and on the field with a selection of staff involved in the implementation and monitoring of the projects.  Interviews in the field with various stakeholders involved in the projects.  Focus groups or individual interviews with final beneficiaries.

1. LIST OF DOCUMENTS AVAILABLE

 Project proposal with logical framework  Annual reports and planning documents  Memorandum of Understanding (MoU)/partnership agreements (where relevant)  HI Programme Strategies  Training modules and tools and reports

1. ADMINISTRATIVE AND LOGISTIQUE INFORMATION

5.1 Management and Logistics

In headquarters, the programme coordinator will be responsible for arranging meetings and workshops with different stakeholders, after agreeing on the methodology with the evaluator.

During field visits, HI programmes will be responsible for all logistical arrangements, including local travel, accommodation, as well as for arranging meetings and workshops. HI staff members involved in the project will accompany the evaluator in partners’ meeting and during field visits. A vehicle will be made available in country as required. The evaluator will arrange for his/her own laptop and other required equipment. The evaluator will bear the final responsibility for achievement of the evaluation objectives, report submission and necessary presentations.

5.2 Confidentiality

All project documents, outputs, reports, information, etc. provided and produced during the assignment will be treated as the property of HI, and will remain confidential. The above mentioned outputs or any part of it cannot be sold, used or reproduced in any manner by the assigned organization / individual without prior permission from HI.

1. PROFILE OF EVALUATOR/S

2. An external evaluator/s with background and experience in Mine Action would be preferable, however, evaluators demonstrating their added value to the required evaluation with generalist backgrounds will also be considered. 

3. Experience with previous project evaluations for bilateral or multi-lateral donor(s). 

4. Demonstrated experience in the production of constructive and concise project evaluation reports of high quality for non-technical audiences (examples maybe required). 

5. Strong skills in Project Cycle Management (PCM) and the Logical Framework Approach (LFA).  - Strong understanding of and interest in Mine Action issues. 

6. Language: English required. Portuguese could be useful for the Mozambican project. As necessary, translators will be provided by the programmes.

7. LEVEL OF EFFORT

Activities/ # of working days Preparation 5 Initial meetings with HI HQ management team (in person in Lyon, France or via skype) 1 Travel to Mozambique 1 Meeting with local stakeholders, local project team and partners, beneficiaries 5 Meeting with national level stakeholders 2 Travel to South Sudan 1 Meeting with local stakeholders, local project team and partners, beneficiaries 5 Meeting with national level stakeholders 2 Travel to Lao PDR 1 Meeting with local stakeholders, local project team and partners, beneficiaries 5 Meeting with national level stakeholders 2 Travel to Lyon, France or place of residence 2 Libya: Remote meetings with local stakeholders, local project team and partners, beneficiaries (via Skype) 2 Report writing 7 Debrief and recommendation workshop to HQ steering committee 1 Total number of working days: 42 days

Candidates should submit the following information with their application:

1. Brief cover letter;

2. Curriculum vitae of consultant (or team of consultants) and list of previous assignments, highlighting those that focus on similar project evaluations. Please include two references and mention earliest availability to start the mission;

3. One example of published work;

4. A proposal of the detailed methodology in accordance with the terms of reference;

5. A tentative work plan and time schedule;

6. A budget breakdown for the consultancy including fees, international travel, insurance etc.

Completed applications should be sent by email to:mineactionroster@handicap-international.org

Please indicate “Application for Netherlands Mine Action Program - Evaluation” in the email’s subject.

The selection will be done by HI Federation. The selected applicant will be informed by 13th June 2016.

Department: Program
Position: WASH Program Manager – South Sudan
Contract duration: 6 months, renewable
Location: Maban - 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: 266
International Staff: 50
Areas: 3
On-going programmes: 18
Budget: 16 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

The Program Manager WASH will contribute to the development of his project, which is a constitutive part of the country strategy, and subsequently manage its implementation.

1. Ensure external representation of ACTED in relevant sectors

2. Representation vis-à-vis provincial authorities:
   Participate in technical and sectoral meetings to ensure visibility amongst local authorities;

3. Representation vis-à-vis Donors:
   Participate in technical and sectoral Donor meetings and pass relevant information to the Country Director;

4. Representation vis-à-vis international organisations:
   Participate in technical and sectoral meetings and working groups involving NGOs and UN Agencies (OCHA, PNUD, UNICEF, FAO, etc.) and all other inter-governmental institutions;
   Contribute to the creation of reports, ensuring the quality and accuracy of technical information provided as well as the confidentiality of internal information as required;

More generally, the program manager 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. Project Cycle Management

2. Project implementation:
   Plan the various stages of project implementation;
   Guide the implementation of the project and the methods of follow-up;
   Manage project finances, logistics and materials;
   Liaise with all internal and external counterparts of the project;
   Assess the activities undertaken and ensure efficient use of resources;

3. Project reporting requirements:
   Set up a clear timeline of reports to be submitted to project Donors;
   Draft narrative reports and contribute to the development of financial reports through regular budgetary follow up;
   Ensure adherence to FLAT procedures.
   More generally, communicate systematically to the relevant Country Director or Area Coordinator on project progress and planning.

4. Provide Relevant Technical Expertise

5. Ensure that technical quality and standards are considered during project implementation:
   Collect technical information and analyse associated opportunities and risks;
   Identify relevant technical authorities and partners, and propose formal partnership and/or contracts.

6. Undertake quality control:
   Analyse technical added-value and project impact;
   Set up technical evaluation exercises during and following implementation.

7. Oversee Program Staff and Security

8. Guide and direct program staff:

9. Organise and lead project coordination meetings;

10. Prepare and follow work plans with each project member;

11. Ensure a positive working environment and good team dynamics (solve out potential conflicts);

12. Promote team working conditions in the limit of private life;

13. Adapt the organigramme and ToRs of project personnel according to the project development;

14. Undertake regular appraisals of directly supervised colleagues and pass appraisal forms to the Country or Area Administrator with recommendations (new position, changes to contract or salary etc.);

15. Ensure a building of capacity amongst technical staff in the relevant sectors.

16. Contribute to the recruitment of expatriate staff:
    When requested by HQ, undertake interviews to assess technical abilities of expatriate candidates living in the country.

17. Oversee staff security:
    In cooperation with the relevant Security Officer, monitor the local security situation and inform the Country Director or Area Coordinator and Country or Area Security Officer of developments through regular written reports;
    Contribute to the updating of the security guidelines in the project area of intervention;
    Ensure that security procedures are respected by each member of the project team.

18. Identify Best Practices and Lessons Learned

Collect information and tools employed for project implementation;
Draft memos detailing lessons learned and best practices identified during the project;
Share such memos with internal and external partners;
Communicate such information to the Country Director or Area Coordinator, to Regional Support Offices and to HQ Reporting Department.

IV. Qualifications:

• University degree in Engineering or relevant WatSan specializations.
• At least 2 to 4 years work experience in a development, emergency or post-conflict setting, in WatSan interventions.
• Excellent written and oral English skills required
• Strong project management skills.
• Familiarity with different European and other international donor regulations.
• Organized and detail oriented, with an ability to multi-task.
• Must be able to function effectively in a fluid, loosely structured, but complex work environment and to set appropriate priorities and deal effectively with numerous simultaneous requirements.
• Must be able to work independently, with minimum supervision, within the context of a larger team.
• Willingness to live and work in an insecure environment and to travel regularly to program locations as security allows.

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: PMW/SSUD/SA

For more information, visit us at http://www.acted.org

Department: Programme
Position: Food Security and Livelihood Program Manager
Contract duration: 6 months
Location: Wau – 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: 266
International Staff: 50
Areas: 3
On-going programmes: 18
Budget: 16 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

Under the supervision of the Area Co-ordinator for Unity and the Country Director, the Program Manager, Food Security and Livelihoods will be responsible for implementing a program in newly-constructed refugee camps in 2 locations in northern Unity State. The Program Manager will be responsible for a program whose main components are: (1) distribution of seeds and tools to refugees; (2) distribution of vegetable gardening kits and training in vegetable gardening and (3) start-up of Savings and Loans Associations.

1. Management of the food security and livelihoods program in Unity State

a. Establish, monitor and support the local project teams in achieving the project objectives
b. Plan for delivery of project results and supervise activities on the ground
c. Ensure that project objectives are met
d. Support development of project and respond to a rapidly-changing refugee situation
e. Provide regular internal reporting, using standardized tools such as the Project Management Framework
f. Participate directly in the writing of monthly, intermediate and final reports together with the Reporting Department. This will include the collection of accurate data on project results and objectives, supported by appropriate information and analysis.
g. Monitor both the financial and the reporting progress of the project, and work with the Finance and Reporting teams to request amendments when necessary.
h. With the support of the area co-ordinator, recruit and train local teams
i. With the support of the area co-ordinator and other teams, work to manage logistics, finance and administrative aspects of the project.

1. Provision of Technical Expertise

a. Provide regular technical support, when necessary, to project managers and the area co-ordinator in the area of food security and livelihoods.
b. Participate in the co-ordination and conduct of needs analyses, project evaluations and tenders, with the Country Director and others
c. Actively participate in the development of project proposals through the provision of technical expertise
d. Collaborate with local authorities, UN organizations and others to identify needs in the food security and livelihoods area

IV. Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of progressive previous experience with other NGOs or UN agencies in food security and livelihoods
• Degree in agriculture or agronomy preferred; degree in relevant subject (international development, economics, sociology, humanitarian situations) a must
• Knowledge of project management techniques and demonstrated ability to manage
• Strong analytical capacity
• Significant experience in finance and logistics
• Computer knowledge is a must (Excel, Word …etc.).
• Ability to work under stressful conditions.

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/or housing allowance (depending on contract length and country of assignment)
• 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 : PMFSL/SUD/SA

For more information, visit us at http://www.acted.org