The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises and helps people to survive and rebuild their lives. Founded in 1933 at the request of Albert Einstein, the IRC offers lifesaving care and life-changing assistance to refugees forced to flee from war or disaster. At work today in over 40 countries and 22 U.S. cities, we restore safety, dignity and hope to millions who are uprooted and struggling to endure. The IRC leads the way from harm to home.

We address both the immediate, life saving needs of conflict affected people in an emergency and the reconstruction needs in post conflict societies. IRC is committed to a culture of bold leadership, innovation in all aspects of our work, creative partnerships and thorough accountability to those we serve.

In early 2012, the IRC launched a response to the increasing influx of Sudanese refugees from the Nuba mountains/South Kordofan into northern Unity S tate in Yida settlement. In 2013, the IRC added protection programming to its response in the Yida settlement and the new refugee camp in Ajoung Thok.

SCOPE OF WORK:
The International Rescue Committee’s (IRC) Protection Manager will oversee a refugee protection program in Adjoung camp, Unity State. In this capacity, the Protection Manager will be responsible for day-to-day supervision and oversight of the protection officers and various protection activities, budget management, administration, and implementation of the requirements of the programs. The Protection Manager will work closely with UNHCR and the other protection actors in the camp as well as the camp leadership structures.

This position will be based in Ajoung Thok refugee camp and will report to the Protection and Rule of Law Coordinator.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Program Management & Development
* Create and execute a work plan, spending pl an and related systems to ensure that project deadlines are met and targets achieved.
* Supervise and coach the protection officers to conduct surveys, participatory assessments and/or community consultations focused on protection concerns and the identification of Persons with Special Needs (PSN) among the refugee caseload.
* Supervise and coach the protection officers to deliver awareness-raising activities for the refugee population on topics such as refugee rights, refugee legislation in South Sudan and responsibilities of refugees as well as training for relevant state and non-state service providers on refugee law and the rights of refugees in South Sudan and the responsibilities of the Government.
* Assist the protection officers with establishing a Referral Network of service providers for the refugee population and undertake advocacy interventions on behalf of the refugee caseload on different levels.
* Set up information centres and con duct out-reach activities to provide the refugee population with relevant information on services and address cases or protection concerns that are reported by therefugee clients of the centre.
* Compile protection assessment reports on the protection concerns and priorities of the refugee population collected during the protection monitoring activities.
* Ensure that monitoring visits respect principles of confidentiality of interviewees and that all incidents reported to IRC are handled with due regard to protection principles.
* Participate in the development of proposals, budgets and concept notes in coordination with the WPE Coordinator, DDP, Grants team, and HQ Technical Unit.
* Contribute to the development of the Country Sector Strategy for the South Sudan WPE Program.
* Support other protection programs as needed.

Staff Management
* Recruit national staff in conjunction with the Human Resources Departme nt.
* Maintain updated job descriptions, conduct interviews, orient new staff to the IRC and the WPE program.
* Provide leadership, guidance, and support to the protection team through regular supervision and feedback on performance.
* Build the capacity of the protection officers to improve their range of capabilities related to the protection program and its activities.
* Ensure Performance Management System documentation for all staff is in place and followed up regularly.

Grants Management and Reporting
* Manage and oversee all protection Ajoung Thok grants; develop and maintain work, spending and procurement plans for all projects.
* Participate in Grants Opening, Mid-Term and Closing meetings.
* Prepare internal and external reports within agreed deadlines using IRC and donor formats, as required.
* Ensuring effective implementation of M&E systems throughout the lifetime of the project.
* Manage the project budget; oversee all budget expenditures and ensure they are allowable and allocable according to IRC and donor regulations; review monthly Budget vs. Actual and expenditure sheets and collaborate with the Finance department to ensure accurate expenditures and reporting.

Representation & Coordination
* Actively participate in coordination mechanism with network partners, the refugee population and host community to ensure information sharing, coordination of interventions and enable meaningful participation of both the refugee and host communities.
* Liaise with UNHCR and other partners, particularly through the protection cluster/working group/coorindation mechanism, to share findings and any issues of relevance and/or concern related to the urban refugee caseload.
* Establish relationships with other NGOs, international organizations, government offices, particularly those working in protection and part icipate in relevant coordination forums.

Requirements
* Masters degree in Law, International Law, Human Rights or International Affairs
* Minimum of three years of professional experience in protection programming in a refugee camp setting
* Minimum of three years of overseas professional experience in program implementation
* Previous working experience with UNHCR is an asset
* Strong understanding of protection principles and likely protection concerns arising in the South Sudan context as well as conflict sensitivity
* Solid experience in staff management in a cross-cultural environment required
* Experience in complex emergencies and the ability to live and work in a very remote environment
* Ability to work under pressure and without daily supervision
* Demonstrated skill in staff management in a cross- cultural environment
* Demonstrated analytical skills and report writing experience required
* Strong interpersonal, intercultural and communication skills
* Excellent oral and written skills and computer skills.
* Fluency in English

Work Environment:
* Security level yellow - standard precautions apply. Concerns include common criminality, presence of armed troops, and tribal violence.

Housing:
* Sleeping accommodation is a tent with common latrines and showers. All IRC sites have electricity and internet at least several hours per day. Food is the individual’s responsibility.

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

INTERSOS in now implementing in the Republic of South Sudan several humanitarian projects in partnership with UNHCR, UNICEF and CHF. Intersos' intervention deals with IDP and refugee Camps Management, Hygiene, Water & Sanitation, Education and Profiling in favor of the vulnerable population in a wide area of interventions where the mobility conditions are often difficult and uncomfortable. The projects carried out by Intersos in these areas are founded on a community based approach. From the very beginning the targeted population was involved with direct participation in the process of rehabilitation. This approach aimed to facilitate and increase the sense of ownership by the population of the projects promoted by Intersos.

JOB TITLE: Project Manager in Education

DUTY STATION: South Sudan

STARTING DATE: ASAP

ROLE, TASK AND RESPONSIBILITIES The Project Manager is responsible, under the supervision of the Area Coordinator and Head of Mission, for the management of the activities carried out in the frame of his/her project. The responsibility is over the operations as well over the financial management and staff coordination:

• to define project management organization and processes (roles, procedures and decisional processes, operational processes, work methodologies) in the assigned area of responsibility; • to elaborate, manage and monitor general and monthly planning of project activities, as well as relative economic and financial planning on the basis of available donor funds; • to manage procurement of goods, work and services essential to the project; • to be responsible for warehouse stock management and relative accounting and for accuracy of monthly inventory; • to be responsible for accurate assigned project activities administration and to supervise preparation of accounting documents for intermediate and final financial reports required by donors; • to send to the Deputy Head of Mission the reports on project implementation to be presented to the donor, the monthly project activity reports and the final report evaluating the experience and containing indications for new projects. • to coordinate with the donor field representatives and other actors involved in the activities to coordinate the expatriated and national staff assigned to his/her project and he/she coordinates with the Area Coordinator for the management to all the human resources available in the area of competence.

JOB REQUIREMENTS • Post-graduate degree in Education, human rights, international relations, social sciences, or other related field; • At least three years experience in Education Projects post emergency and recovery programmes in an emergency context; • Proven experience in Project Management and in staff supervision, capacity building, project design with excellent analysis and writing skills and budget management; • Good technical knowledge in the latest developments and approaches to education in emergencies; • Knowledge of human rights issues; experience in humanitarian needs assessments, surveys, monitoring and evaluation; • Experience in working with and coordinating with the UN, EU, internationals donors, INGOs etc..; • Strong communication and interpersonal skills with capacity of mediate, to manage intercultural relations, to work under stress condition and to respect deadlines; • Working experience in Southern Sudan a plus; • Fluent English spoken and written.

Application should be submitted to: recruitment@intersos.org specifying in the subject “PM Education – South Sudan”

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises and helps people to survive and rebuild their lives. Founded in 1933 at the request of Albert Einstein, the IRC offers lifesaving care and life-changing assistance to refugees forced to flee from war or disaster. At work today in over 40 countries and 22 U.S. cities, we restore safety, dignity and hope to millions who are uprooted and struggling to endure. The IRC leads the way from harm to home.

BACKGROUND:

On December 16, 2013, heavy military exchanges occurred between rival SPLA factions in Juba (Central Equatoria State). The fighting and violence quickly spread to other states in South Sudan, trapping thousands of civilians in Unity, Lakes, Upper Nile, and Jonglei States in UN bases or makeshift IDP settlements. OCHA estimates that 194,000 people have been displaced across five states, Central Equatoria, Unity, Lakes, Upper Nile, and Jonglei. It is e stimated that around 30,000 IDPs have sought refuge in the two UN bases in Juba; 8,000 IDPs have reportedly sought refuge in the UN base in Bentiu and 3,000 in the UN base in Pariang; an inter-agency mission to Awerial (Lakes) estimates that there are around 76,000 IDPs, mostly from Jonglei. The IRC South Sudan country program is gearing up to respond to the ongoing emergency and is looking for emergency response staff to assist with this.

SCOPE OF WORK:

The Emergency Environmental Health/WASH Manager is responsible for ensuring smooth implementation of the emergency Environmental Health/WASH response in South Sudan. The location for this position will be determined based on the location of the emergency response (one of the existing or new field sites). The position reports to the Emergency Environmental Health Coordinator or the Environmental Health Coordinator.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Program Management
* Conduct asses sments to determine the water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) needs of the target areas;
* Oversee the implementation of the Environmental Health/WASH program to ensure the program is implemented according to schedule and budgets, international standards, and that Environmental Health/WASH program objectives are met
* Work closely with other IRC sectors present in the same location and integrate program components to the extent possible
* Participate in the development of proposals, budgets and concept notes in coordination with the (Emergency) Environmental Health Coordinator, DDP, Grants team, and HQ Technical Unit
* Monitor materials, equipment and supplies for technical work
* Monitor and evaluate appropriate implementation of projects against program objectives and IRC’s Program Framework
* Staff Management
* Recruit national staff in conjunction with the Human Resources Department
* Maintain u pdated job descriptions, conduct interviews, orient new staff to the IRC and the Environmental Health/WASH program
* Supervise Environmental Health/WASH staff directly, providing ongoing leadership to the project team and overseeing implementation and coordination of activity plans to ensure targets are met
* Provide ongoing supervision, leadership, training and technical support and guidance to Environmental Health/WASH staff, and ensure all Environmental Health/WASH staff adhere to best-practice principles in all aspects of program implementation
* Overall responsibility for Environmental Health/WASH team’s timesheets, work plans, vacation schedules, and staff training/development activities
* Ensure Performance Management System documentation for all staff is in place and followed up regularly
* Build staff capacity in work plan development and reporting to ensure accurate monitoring and documentation of activities.
* Recom mend and implement a capacity building/development plan for project staff based on documented capacity needs assessments exercise .
* Ensure Environmental Health/WASH staff understands and follows IRC and donor Policies and Procedures.
* Grants Management and Reporting
* Manage and oversee all Environmental Health/WASH grants; develop and maintain work, spending and procurement plans for all projects
* Participate in Grants Opening, Mid-Term and Closing meetings
* Prepare internal and external reports within agreed deadlines using IRC and donor formats, as required
* Assure appropriate and timely spending of grants to achieve program goals, grant reporting contributions, use and distribution of supplies and resources
* Representation & Coordination
* Develop and maintain effective working relationships with all stakeholders - including community leaders, NGOs, UN agencies, community based or ganisations and other IRC sectors to enhance cooperation and coordination
* Ensure that information from coordination meetings is shared internally and with other sectors, as appropriate
* Attend the WASH coordination meetings or represent the IRC in other relevant forums
* Any other duties as assigned by the supervisor to enable and develop IRC programs
* Professional Standards
* All IRC staff are required to adhere to The IRC Way Standards for Professional Conduct and the IRC country employment policies

REQUIREMENTS
* University degree in civil/environmental engineering or related field;
* At least 3 years professional technical experience in Environmental Health, Civil or Sanitation engineering or equivalent, including 2 years implementing Environmental Health/WASH programs in emergency and conflict contexts;
* Minimum 2 years overseas experience, preferably in a confli ct or post disaster setting;
* Solid managerial skills and experience in an international multi-cultural setting;
* Strong project planning, organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills;
* Proven technical writing skills;
* Competent in Windows, MS office programs, AutoCAD (or similar computer aided design), email and database experience.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
* Security level red. The situation in Juba is calm at the moment but remains tense and unpredictable; concerns include criminality, presence of armed troops, and looting. There is active conflict in many parts of the country and a possibility for further expansion of the conflict and violence into other areas and other states.

HOUSING:
* Lodging in Juba is in a private bedroom, with en suite bathroom, in a shared IRC guesthouse. In field sites sleeping accommodations range from tent to traditional hut to permanent structures . Field compounds have latrines and showers. All IRC sites have electricity and internet at least several hours per day. Food is the individual’s responsibility.

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The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises and helps people to survive and rebuild their lives. Founded in 1933 at the request of Albert Einstein, the IRC offers lifesaving care and life-changing assistance to refugees forced to flee from war or disaster. At work today in over 40 countries and 22 U.S. cities, we restore safety, dignity and hope to millions who are uprooted and struggling to endure. The IRC leads the way from harm to home.

BACKGROUND:
On December 16, 2013, heavy military exchanges occurred between rival SPLA factions in Juba (Central Equatoria State). The fighting and violence quickly spread to other states in South Sudan, trapping thousands of civilians in Unity, Lakes, Upper Nile, and Jonglei States in UN bases or makeshift IDP settlements. OCHA estimates that 194,000 people have been displaced across five states, Central Equatoria, Unity, Lakes, Upper Nile, and Jonglei. It is e stimated that around 30,000 IDPs have sought refuge in the two UN bases in Juba; 8,000 IDPs have reportedly sought refuge in the UN base in Bentiu and 3,000 in the UN base in Pariang; an inter-agency mission to Awerial (Lakes) estimates that there are around 76,000 IDPs, mostly from Jonglei. The IRC South Sudan country program is gearing up to respond to the ongoing emergency and is looking for emergency response staff to assist with this.

SCOPE OF WORK:
The Emergency Protection Manager is responsible for ensuring smooth implementation of the emergency Protection response in South Sudan. The location for this position will be determined based on the location of the emergency response (one of the existing or new field sites). The position reports to the Emergency Protection Coordinator or the Protection Coordinator.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Program Management
* Conduct assessments to determine the water, sanitation and hygie ne needs of the target areas;
* Oversee the implementation of the protection program to ensure the program is implemented according to schedule and budgets, international standards, and that Protection program objectives are met
* Work closely with other IRC sectors present in the same location and integrate program components to the extent possible
* Participate in the development of proposals, budgets and concept notes in coordination with the (Emergency) Protection Coordinator, DDP, Grants team, and HQ Technical Unit
* Monitor materials, equipment and supplies for technical work
* Monitor and evaluate appropriate implementation of projects against program objectives and IRC’s Program Framework
* Staff Management
* Recruit national staff in conjunction with the Human Resources Department
* Maintain updated job descriptions, conduct interviews, orient new staff to the IRC and the Protection program
* Supervise Protection staff directly, providing ongoing leadership to the project team and overseeing implementation and coordination of activity plans to ensure targets are met
* Provide ongoing supervision, leadership, training and technical support and guidance to Protection staff, and ensure all Protection staff adhere to best-practice principles in all aspects of program implementation
* Overall responsibility for Protection team’s timesheets, work plans, vacation schedules, and staff training/development activities
* Ensure Performance Management System documentation for all staff is in place and followed up regularly
* Build staff capacity in work plan development and reporting to ensure accurate monitoring and documentation of activities.
* Recommend and implement a capacity building/development plan for project staff based on documented capacity needs assessments exercise .
* Ensure Protection staff understands and follows IRC and donor Policies and Procedures.
* Grants Management and Reporting
* Manage and oversee all the Protection grants; develop and maintain work, spending and procurement plans for all projects
* Participate in Grants Opening, Mid-Term and Closing meetings
* Prepare internal and external reports within agreed deadlines using IRC and donor formats, as required
* Assure appropriate and timely spending of grants to achieve program goals, grant reporting contributions, use and distribution of supplies and resources
* Representation & Coordination
* Develop and maintain effective working relationships with all stakeholders - including community leaders, NGOs, UN agencies, community based organisations and other IRC sectors to enhance cooperation and coordination
* Ensure that information from coordination meetings is shared internally and with other sectors, as appropriate
* A ttend the the protection coordination meetings or represent the IRC in other relevant forums
* Any other duties as assigned by the supervisor to enable and develop IRC programs
* Professional Standards
* All IRC staff are required to adhere to The IRC Way Standards for Professional Conduct and the IRC country employment policies

REQUIREMENTS
* Masters degree in international law, human rights law, international relations, social sciences, or other related field;
* At least 3 years professional technical experience, including 2 years implementing protection programs in emergency and conflict contexts;
* Demonstrated experience in capacity building, project design and budget management
* Strong understanding of protection principles and likely protection concerns arising in the South Sudan context as well as conflict sensitivity
* Experience in working with and coordinatin g with the UN, donors, INGOs and other stakeholders
* Strong interpersonal, intercultural and communication skills
* Excellent analytical and written skills, and good computer skills
* Fluency in English
* Additional qualities: ability to multi-task, ability to handle pressure well, ability to improvise, flexibility, adaptability to transitions

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
* Security level red. The situation in Juba is calm at the moment but remains tense and unpredictable; concerns include criminality, presence of armed troops, and looting. There is active conflict in many parts of the country and a possibility for further expansion of the conflict and violence into other areas and other states.

HOUSING:
* Lodging in Juba is in a private bedroom, with en suite bathroom, in a shared IRC guesthouse. In field sites sleeping accommodations range from tent to traditional hut to permanent structures. Fie ld compounds have latrines and showers. All IRC sites have electricity and internet at least several hours per day. Food is the individual’s responsibility.

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The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises and helps people to survive and rebuild their lives. Founded in 1933 at the request of Albert Einstein, the IRC offers lifesaving care and life-changing assistance to refugees forced to flee from war or disaster. At work today in over 40 countries and 22 U.S. cities, we restore safety, dignity and hope to millions who are uprooted and struggling to endure. The IRC leads the way from harm to home.

BACKGROUND:
On December 16, 2013, heavy military exchanges occurred between rival SPLA factions in Juba (Central Equatoria State). The fighting and violence quickly spread to other states in South Sudan, trapping thousands of civilians in Unity, Lakes, Upper Nile, and Jonglei States in UN bases or makeshift IDP settlements. OCHA estimates that 194,000 people have been displaced across five states, Central Equatoria, Unity, Lakes, Upper Nile, and Jonglei. It is e stimated that around 30,000 IDPs have sought refuge in the two UN bases in Juba; 8,000 IDPs have reportedly sought refuge in the UN base in Bentiu and 3,000 in the UN base in Pariang; an inter-agency mission to Awerial (Lakes) estimates that there are around 76,000 IDPs, mostly from Jonglei. The IRC South Sudan country program is gearing up to respond to the ongoing emergency and is looking for emergency response staff to assist with this.

SCOPE OF WORK:
The Emergency Women’s Protection and Empowerment (WPE) Manager is responsible for ensuring smooth implementation of the emergency WPE response in one location in South Sudan. The location for this position will be determined based on the location of the emergency response (one of the existing or new field sites). The position reports to the Emergency WPE Coordinator or the WPE Coordinator.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Program Management
* Conduct assessments to determine the specific needs and risks faced by women and girls of the target areas;
* Oversee the implementation of the WPE program to ensure the program is implemented according to schedule and budgets, international standards, and that WPE program objectives are met
* Ensure that ethical and sound data collection and information management systems are in place
* In collaboration with the WPE Coordinator review and adapt emergency training modules and other program materials
* Train pertinent staff on WPE and service provision, and ensure key services are in place
* Set-up M&E systems to monitor program implementation in coordination with the WPE coordinator
* Work closely with other IRC sectors present in the same location and integrate program components to the extent possible
* Participate in the development of proposals, budgets and concept notes in coordination with the (Emergency) WPE Coordinator, DDP, Grants team, and HQ T echnical Unit
* Monitor materials, equipment and supplies for technical work
* Monitor and evaluate appropriate implementation of projects against program objectives and IRC’s Program Framework
* Staff Management
* Recruit national staff in conjunction with the Human Resources Department
* Maintain updated job descriptions, conduct interviews, orient new staff to the IRC and the WPE program
* Supervise WPE staff directly, providing ongoing leadership to the project team and overseeing implementation and coordination of activity plans to ensure targets are met
* Provide ongoing supervision, leadership, training and technical support and guidance to WPE staff, and ensure all WPE staff adhere to best-practice principles in all aspects of program implementation
* Overall responsibility for WPE team’s timesheets, work plans, vacation schedules, and staff training/development activities
* Ensur e Performance Management System documentation for all staff is in place and followed up regularly
* Build staff capacity in work plan development and reporting to ensure accurate monitoring and documentation of activities.
* Recommend and implement a capacity building/development plan for project staff based on documented capacity needs assessments exercise .
* Ensure WPE staff understands and follows IRC and donor Policies and Procedures.
* Grants Management and Reporting
* Manage and oversee all the WPE grants for the targeted area in coordination with the WPE coordinator; develop and maintain work, spending and procurement plans for all projects
* Participate in Grants Opening, Mid-Term and Closing meetings
* Work closely and coordinate with IRC Operations, Finance and Grant departments to ensure compliance with grant requirements
* Prepare internal and external reports within agreed deadlines using IRC a nd donor formats, as required
* Assure appropriate and timely spending of grants to achieve program goals, grant reporting contributions, use and distribution of supplies and resources
* Representation & Coordination
* Develop and maintain effective working relationships with all stakeholders - including community leaders, NGOs, UN agencies, community based organisations and other IRC sectors to enhance cooperation and coordination
* Ensure that information from coordination meetings is shared internally and with other sectors, as appropriate
* Attend the the WPE coordination meetings or represent the IRC in other relevant forums
* Any other duties as assigned by the supervisor to enable and develop IRC programs
* Professional Standards
* All IRC staff are required to adhere to The IRC Way Standards for Professional Conduct and the IRC country employment policies

REQUIREMENTS
* Degree in gender studies, health, social work, humanities or other related discipline;
* At least 3 years of professional technical experience, including experience implementing WPE programs in emergency and conflict contexts;
* Demonstrated experience in capacity building, project design and budget management
* In-depth understanding of the root causes of GBV, related international standards, and GBV prevention and response strategies.
* Familiarity with WHO Clinical Management of Rape (CMR) guidelines or IRC Clinical Care of Sexual Assault Survivors (CCSAS) guidelines
* Community education/training experience, particularly with low-literate beneficiaries
* Strong interpersonal, intercultural and communication skills
* Experience in complex emergencies and the ability to live and work in a very remote environment
* Excellent oral and written communication skills. Excellent computer skills.< /li>
* Fluency in English.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
* Security level red. The situation in Juba is calm at the moment but remains tense and unpredictable; concerns include criminality, presence of armed troops, and looting. There is active conflict in many parts of the country and a possibility for further expansion of the conflict and violence into other areas and other states.

HOUSING:
* Lodging in Juba is in a private bedroom, with en suite bathroom, in a shared IRC guesthouse. In field sites sleeping accommodations range from tent to traditional hut to permanent structures. Field compounds have latrines and showers. All IRC sites have electricity and internet at least several hours per day. Food is the individual’s responsibility.

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The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises and helps people to survive and rebuild their lives. Founded in 1933 at the request of Albert Einstein, the IRC offers lifesaving care and life-changing assistance to refugees forced to flee from war or disaster. At work today in over 40 countries and 22 U.S. cities, we restore safety, dignity and hope to millions who are uprooted and struggling to endure. The IRC leads the way from harm to home.

BACKGROUND:
On December 16, 2013, heavy military exchanges occurred between rival SPLA factions in Juba (Central Equatoria State). The fighting and violence quickly spread to other states in South Sudan, trapping thousands of civilians in Unity, Lakes, Upper Nile, and Jonglei States in UN bases or makeshift IDP settlements. OCHA estimates that 194,000 people have been displaced across five states, Central Equatoria, Unity, Lakes, Upper Nile, and Jonglei. It is e stimated that around 30,000 IDPs have sought refuge in the two UN bases in Juba; 8,000 IDPs have reportedly sought refuge in the UN base in Bentiu and 3,000 in the UN base in Pariang; an inter-agency mission to Awerial (Lakes) estimates that there are around 76,000 IDPs, mostly from Jonglei. The IRC South Sudan country program is gearing up to respond to the ongoing emergency and is looking for emergency response staff to assist with this.

SCOPE OF WORK:
The Emergency Women’s Protection and Empowerment (WPE) Manager is responsible for ensuring smooth implementation of the emergency WPE response in one location in South Sudan. The location for this position will be determined based on the location of the emergency response (one of the existing or new field sites). The position reports to the Emergency WPE Coordinator or the WPE Coordinator.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Program Management
* Conduct assessments to determine the specific needs and risks faced by women and girls of the target areas;
* Oversee the implementation of the WPE program to ensure the program is implemented according to schedule and budgets, international standards, and that WPE program objectives are met
* Ensure that ethical and sound data collection and information management systems are in place
* In collaboration with the WPE Coordinator review and adapt emergency training modules and other program materials
* Train pertinent staff on WPE and service provision, and ensure key services are in place
* Set-up M&E systems to monitor program implementation in coordination with the WPE coordinator
* Work closely with other IRC sectors present in the same location and integrate program components to the extent possible
* Participate in the development of proposals, budgets and concept notes in coordination with the (Emergency) WPE Coordinator, DDP, Grants team, and HQ T echnical Unit
* Monitor materials, equipment and supplies for technical work
* Monitor and evaluate appropriate implementation of projects against program objectives and IRC’s Program Framework
* Staff Management
* Recruit national staff in conjunction with the Human Resources Department
* Maintain updated job descriptions, conduct interviews, orient new staff to the IRC and the WPE program
* Supervise WPE staff directly, providing ongoing leadership to the project team and overseeing implementation and coordination of activity plans to ensure targets are met
* Provide ongoing supervision, leadership, training and technical support and guidance to WPE staff, and ensure all WPE staff adhere to best-practice principles in all aspects of program implementation
* Overall responsibility for WPE team’s timesheets, work plans, vacation schedules, and staff training/development activities
* Ensur e Performance Management System documentation for all staff is in place and followed up regularly
* Build staff capacity in work plan development and reporting to ensure accurate monitoring and documentation of activities.
* Recommend and implement a capacity building/development plan for project staff based on documented capacity needs assessments exercise .
* Ensure WPE staff understands and follows IRC and donor Policies and Procedures.
* Grants Management and Reporting
* Manage and oversee all the WPE grants for the targeted area in coordination with the WPE coordinator; develop and maintain work, spending and procurement plans for all projects
* Participate in Grants Opening, Mid-Term and Closing meetings
* Work closely and coordinate with IRC Operations, Finance and Grant departments to ensure compliance with grant requirements
* Prepare internal and external reports within agreed deadlines using IRC a nd donor formats, as required
* Assure appropriate and timely spending of grants to achieve program goals, grant reporting contributions, use and distribution of supplies and resources
* Representation & Coordination
* Develop and maintain effective working relationships with all stakeholders - including community leaders, NGOs, UN agencies, community based organisations and other IRC sectors to enhance cooperation and coordination
* Ensure that information from coordination meetings is shared internally and with other sectors, as appropriate
* Attend the the WPE coordination meetings or represent the IRC in other relevant forums
* Any other duties as assigned by the supervisor to enable and develop IRC programs
* Professional Standards
* All IRC staff are required to adhere to The IRC Way Standards for Professional Conduct and the IRC country employment policies

REQUIREMENTS
* Degree in gender studies, health, social work, humanities or other related discipline;
* At least 3 years of professional technical experience, including experience implementing WPE programs in emergency and conflict contexts;
* Demonstrated experience in capacity building, project design and budget management
* In-depth understanding of the root causes of GBV, related international standards, and GBV prevention and response strategies.
* Familiarity with WHO Clinical Management of Rape (CMR) guidelines or IRC Clinical Care of Sexual Assault Survivors (CCSAS) guidelines
* Community education/training experience, particularly with low-literate beneficiaries
* Strong interpersonal, intercultural and communication skills
* Experience in complex emergencies and the ability to live and work in a very remote environment
* Excellent oral and written communication skills. Excellent computer skills.< /li>
* Fluency in English.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
* Security level red. The situation in Juba is calm at the moment but remains tense and unpredictable; concerns include criminality, presence of armed troops, and looting. There is active conflict in many parts of the country and a possibility for further expansion of the conflict and violence into other areas and other states.

HOUSING:
* Lodging in Juba is in a private bedroom, with en suite bathroom, in a shared IRC guesthouse. In field sites sleeping accommodations range from tent to traditional hut to permanent structures. Field compounds have latrines and showers. All IRC sites have electricity and internet at least several hours per day. Food is the individual’s responsibility.

Please follow this link to apply: http://www.aplitrak.com/?adid=a2ltbC43Mjk4Mi4zODMwQGlyYy5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises and helps people to survive and rebuild their lives. Founded in 1933 at the request of Albert Einstein, the IRC offers lifesaving care and life-changing assistance to refugees forced to flee from war or disaster. At work today in over 40 countries and 22 U.S. cities, we restore safety, dignity and hope to millions who are uprooted and struggling to endure. The IRC leads the way from harm to home.

BACKGROUND:
On December 16, 2013, heavy military exchanges occurred between rival SPLA factions in Juba (Central Equatoria State). The fighting and violence quickly spread to other states in South Sudan, trapping thousands of civilians in Unity, Lakes, Upper Nile, and Jonglei States in UN bases or makeshift IDP settlements. OCHA estimates that 194,000 people have been displaced across five states, Central Equatoria, Unity, Lakes, Upper Nile, and Jonglei. It is e stimated that around 30,000 IDPs have sought refuge in the two UN bases in Juba; 8,000 IDPs have reportedly sought refuge in the UN base in Bentiu and 3,000 in the UN base in Pariang; an inter-agency mission to Awerial (Lakes) estimates that there are around 76,000 IDPs, mostly from Jonglei. The IRC South Sudan country program is gearing up to respond to the ongoing emergency and is looking for emergency response staff to assist with this.

SCOPE OF WORK:
The Emergency Health Manager is responsible for ensuring smooth implementation of the emergency health response in South Sudan. The location for this position will be determined based on the location of the emergency response (one of the existing or new field sites). The position reports to the Emergency Health Coordinator or the Health Coordinator.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Program Management
* Conduct assessments to determine the health needs of the target areas;
* Oversee the implementation of the health program to ensure the program is implemented according to schedule and budgets, international standards, and that health program objectives are met
* Work closely with other IRC sectors present in the same location and integrate program components to the extent possible
* Participate in the development of proposals, budgets and concept notes in coordination with the (Emergency) Health Coordinator, DDP, Grants team, and HQ Technical Unit
* With the support of the health officer and the pharmacist ensure that static healthfacilities or mobile clinics are properly equipped and receive the appropriate amount of drugs and supply
* Monitor and evaluate appropriate implementation of projects against program objectives and IRC’s Program Framework
* Monitor the Early Warning System (EWARS) in the facilities and quickly alert on any potential epidemic case.
* Staff Management
* Recruit national staff in conjunction with the Human Resources Department
* Maintain updated job descriptions, conduct interviews, orient new staff to the IRC and the Health program
* Supervise health staff directly, providing ongoing leadership to the project team and overseeing implementation and coordination of activity plans to ensure targets are met
* Conduct regular monitoring visits to the various mobile clinics and static facilities as well as to the CHWs.
* Overall responsibility for health team’s timesheets, work plans, vacation schedules, and staff training/development activities
* Ensure Performance Management System documentation for all staff is in place and followed up regularly
* Build staff capacity in work plan development and reporting to ensure accurate monitoring and documentation of activities.
* Ensure that the health staff are properly trained and monitored regularly on the use of IRC/internatio nal/ national health protocols and guidelines as well as in the Early Warning System (EWARS).
* Recommend and implement a capacity building/development plan for project staff based on documented capacity needs assessments exercise .
* Ensure health staff understands and follows IRC and donor Policies and Procedures.
* Develop and maintain an effective orientation package, and ensures that new staff members are appropriately orientated on health protocols and guidelines in a timely manner.
* Grants Management and Reporting
* Manage and oversee all the health grants; develop and maintain work, spending and procurement plans for all projects
* Participate in Grants Opening, Mid-Term and Closing meetings
* Prepare internal and external reports within agreed deadlines using IRC and donor formats, as required
* Assure appropriate and timely spending of grants to achieve program goals, grant reporting contributions , use and distribution of supplies and resources
* Prepare a weekly HIS report for the health coordinator and provide a brief analysis of the particular health cases seen during the week.
* Prepare a weekly report to the health coordinator the main health activities of the week highlighting the accomplishments, what have been delayed and any constraints faced during the week.
* Representation & Coordination
* Develop and maintain effective working relationships with all stakeholders - including community leaders, NGOs, UN agencies, community based organisations and other IRC sectors to enhance cooperation and coordination
* Ensure that information from coordination meetings is shared internally and with other sectors, as appropriate
* Attend the the health coordination meetings or represent the IRC in other relevant forums
* Any other duties as assigned by the supervisor to enable and develop IRC programs
* Professional Standards
* All IRC staff are required to adhere to The IRC Way Standards for Professional Conduct and the IRC country employment policies

REQUIREMENTS
* Health professional (MD or RN with a MPH is preferred) with strong public health background;
* At least 3 years professional technical experience, including 2 years implementing health programs in emergency and conflict contexts;
* Minimum 2 years overseas experience, preferably in a conflict or post disaster setting;
* Strong project planning, organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills;
* Demonstrated leadership, communication, training and facilitation skills.
* Proven technical writing skills;
* Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills and flexibility.
* Ability to live in a high security environment
* Excellent computer skills: MS Word, Excel, Power-point, Epi-Inf o/SPSS, Outlook and the internet.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
* Security level red. The situation in Juba is calm at the moment but remains tense and unpredictable; concerns include criminality, presence of armed troops, and looting. There is active conflict in many parts of the country and a possibility for further expansion of the conflict and violence into other areas and other states.

HOUSING:
* Lodging in Juba is in a private bedroom, with en suite bathroom, in a shared IRC guesthouse. In field sites sleeping accommodations range from tent to traditional hut to permanent structures. Field compounds have latrines and showers. All IRC sites have electricity and internet at least several hours per day. Food is the individual’s responsibility.

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This is an exciting and challenging opportunity to lead our country presence for Save the Children in South Sudan.

Save the Children is the world’s leading independent organisation for children working in 120 countries. South Sudan is the newest country in the world with its legacy of thirty years of war has yet to be even partly addressed as its new government works to both develop and reach out to its people. Education rates remain extremely low with less than 10% of the population finishing primary school; and only 200 girls completing secondary school in 2011 (out of a total population of greater than 8 million people).

Save the Children’s programming extends across almost all of South Sudan, with operational presence in nine states out of the total of ten regions. Programmatically the agency works in Child Rights Governance, Child Protection, Education, Health, Nutrition, and Livelihoods, in both humanitarian and long-term develop ment contexts. We have been active in South Sudan for over 20 years with an annual budget for 2014 of $21million.

To be successful in this role, you will have significant senior level leadership and management experience in a large and complex humanitarian and/or crisis management agency, as well as senior field operations experience in a complex environment. You will be a strategic thinker who is experienced in leading change in an organisation and building personal networks at a senior level to sure new opportunities for the organisation.

To see the full job description for this role and to apply, please visit our website at www.savethechildren.net/jobs.

We need to keep children safe so our selection process reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse.

Please apply with a covering letter and up-to-date CV to: neil.70426.3830@savethechildrenint.aplitrak.com

Reference: MM/SS/CD Country: South Sudan Job Title: Country Director

Date requested: 08.01.13 Contract Grade: D Contract Length: 2 years Date Needed By: ASAP New Post or Replacement: Replacement Accompanied / Unaccompanied: Unaccompanied (accompanied with partner only maybe considered) Exact Job Location: Juba, with frequent travel to the programme areas – Northern Bahr El Ghazal, Unity States. Travel to other states in South Sudan also as may be required.
Reports To: Regional Director Responsible For: Directly responsible for Assistant Country Director Programmes, General Systems Manager, the Country Financial Controller, HR Manager, and ultimately all Concern programme staff in south Sudan. Liaises With: Desk Officers and other technical advisors In HQ. Government, Line Ministries & other stakeholders in South Sudan

Job Purpose: The Country Director has overall responsibility for strategic planning, programmatic direction, and management oversight of all programmes and operations of Concern Worldwide in South Sudan. S/he will ensure effective and professional management of all aspects of the country programme, including humanitarian interventions, ensuring compliance with Concern’s organisational procedures, policies and values.

The main duties and responsibilities include Strategic Planning, Leadership, Programme Development and Management, Programme Quality and Learning, Human Resource Management, Risk Management and Financial Accountability, Systems, Policies and Procedures, Representation and Networking.

Main Duties & Responsibilities:

• To manage the South Sudan programme in line with organizational policies and procedures.

• Overall responsibility for strategic management of the programme, in particular preparing for and effectively responding to emergency humanitarian situations in South Sudan.

• Ongoing developing and management of the funding strategy for the country programme.

• Maintaining an awareness of the current economic, political and social situation within the country and the region.

• Overall responsibility for security management: ensuring that the security situation is reviewed constantly, Security Management Plans (SMPs) are updated as necessary and that staff are aware of security procedures and comply with them.

• Representation of Concern in South Sudan, maintaining coordination and networking relationships with the government of Southern Sudan, donors and other development actors in the country; this includes ensuring Concern’s relationship and formal agreements with the government are maintained and updated as appropriate.

• Seeking useful areas of collaboration with other INGOs, networks, etc., in particular the Alliance 2015 group.

• Staff management and development, including in areas such as project design, proposal and report writing, monitoring and evaluation and other key areas. Provide general management support to direct reports.

• Ensuring that support systems (IT, Finance, HR/Administration, Logistics and Transport) are in place and functioning in accordance with best practice and organizational policy and procedures in order to ensure transparency and accountability to government, donors and other relevant stakeholders.

• Overseeing the finance function within the country programme with overall responsibility for budgeting, reporting and monitoring of all income and expenditure.

• Overseeing the HR function within the country programme and ensuring that policies and procedures reflect global policies.

• Ensuring all internal and external reports are sent to Regional Desk at HQ in a timely fashion and adhering to high standards of quality.

• Maintaining good, regular and open communication with the Regional Director and Desk Officer for the Region.

• Contribute to organizational learning through liaison with other organizations and Concern fields and sharing lessons learned.

Perform any other related duties as assigned by the Regional Director.

PERSON SPECIFICATION ESSENTIAL Education, Qualifications & Experience Required:
• Third Level Degree preferably in social science or development management or business management or related discipline. • Minimum of 5 years overseas experience working with an international humanitarian /development NGO (or similar institution), with strong programme development, team management and financial management experience. • Minimum of 3 years experience at senior management level within an international NGO, with experience of and interest in working in insecure emergency contexts. • Experience of leading and managing a diverse team of senior staff including international staff. Proven strong management ability, including ability to motivate and develop skills of others. Must be able to make sound management decisions in difficult situations and also be able to work in a participatory manner with colleagues. • Proven experience in building relations with donors and securing external donor funding. • Excellent communication, presentation, networking and interpersonal skills with an ability/confidence to engage and represent Concern at public fora, media and with donors. • Fluency in written and spoken English. • Experienced in management of financial resources and overseeing human resources, administration and logistics function. • Knowledge of rights based approaches, equality issues and advocacy skills. Strong understanding and commitment to the promotion of equality. • Excellent organisational and planning skills. Strong problem solving and analytical skills. • Able to prioritise and handle a diverse and heavy workload. Ability to work under pressure often to strict deadlines. • Cross cultural awareness and sensitivity. • Affinity with organisational values, mission and vision, commitment to humanitarian principles. • Highly developed listening and conflict resolution skills. Belief in and respect for people, interpersonal skills. Patience and a sense of humour. • Willingness to travel frequently to rural field locations and spend periods of time away from the capital in which the CD position is based and experience fairly basic conditions.

DESIRABLE Education, Qualifications & Experience Required: • Post-graduate training in NGO management, organizational development, or other relevant discipline. • Previous Concern experience. • Experience of working in conflict or post conflict situations.

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

All applications should be submitted through our website at https://jobs.concern.net by closing date 2nd February 2014. 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.

Classification : Official, Grade Equiv. P3

Type of Appointment : Special Short Term, six months with possibility of extension

Estimated Start Date : As soon as possible

Closing Date : January 27, 2014

Reference Code : SVN2014/01(O)-EXT

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Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission and in coordination with the Heads of Sub Offices (HSO) and other relevant programme managers/coordinators, the successful candidate will be responsible for the implementation of the Population Tracking and Monitoring of Returnees and IDPs, and other data management projects in South Sudan.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1. Manage the Tracking and Monitoring Programme, IOM en-route data collection activities and Area of Return component, implemented by the Relief and Rehabilitation Commission (RRC) at the village-level.

2. Establish and supervise large-scale field assessment with multi-layered data collection techniques to gather timely information about stranded population, returnees and IDPs movements, and any other source of data required.

3. Identify, recommend, develop, implement, and support technology solutions. Review and approve the technical specification of all related ITC equipment and service provision to meet IOM ITC standard and user's needs.

4. Produce activity reports on behalf of the Database unit to be shared with various audiences. Review the statistical reports, IDP displacement, return planning maps and tools to contribute to reports.

5. Develop, manage, implement, fund-raise for and report on projects in the area of T&M, Village Assessment Survey Project and any other related programmes.

6. Manage T&M staff, prepare and organize training for enumerators and field staff on projects activities on a regular basis.

7. Supervise the Database unit for the operational management and administration of the IOM databases in South Sudan.

8. Supervise the GIS section and correlate data and analysis to facilitate the mapping of these data and analysis for all the projects in South Sudan.

9. Design and implement information dissemination tools and operational frameworks for data collection and sharing among the different stakeholders in South Sudan.

10. Represent IOM at meetings and events where these programmes are being discussed.

11. Compile and distribute to all the stakeholders daily, weekly and monthly return update and manage the ERS email account.

12. Perform such other duties as may be assigned

Required Competencies:

Behavioural

a) takes responsibility and manages constructive criticism; b) works effectively with all clients and stakeholders; c) promotes continuous learning; communicates clearly; d) takes initiative and drives high levels of performance management; e) plans work, anticipates risks, and sets goals within area of responsibility; f) displays mastery of subject matter; g) contributes to a collegial team environment; h) creates a respectful office environment free of harassment and retaliation, and promotes the prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse (PSEA); i) incorporates gender-related needs, perspectives, and concerns, and promotes equal gender participation; j) displays awareness of relevant technological solutions; k) works with internal and external stakeholders to meet resource needs of IOM.

Technical

a) delivers on set objectives in hardship situations; b) effectively coordinates actions with other implementing partners; c) works effectively with local authorities, stakeholders, beneficiaries and the broader community to advance country office or regional objectives.

Required Qualifications and Experience

a) completed advanced university degree from an accredited academic institution preferably in Computer Science, Social Sciences or any other discipline related to Disaster Risk Management or information Management; b) five years of professional relevant experience (or seven years of experience for candidates with first level university degree) in Information Management or Disaster Risk Management; c) experience in the development and implementation of population database a distinct advantage.

Languages

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

Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via PRISM, IOM e-Recruitment system, by January 27, 2014 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-...

In order for an application to be considered valid, IOM only accepts online profiles duly filled in and submitted with a cover letter not more than one page specifying the motivation for applications.

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

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises and helps people to survive and rebuild their lives. Founded in 1933 at the request of Albert Einstein, the IRC offers lifesaving care and life-changing assistance to refugees forced to flee from war or disaster. At work today in over 40 countries and 22 U.S. cities, we restore safety, dignity and hope to millions who are uprooted and struggling to endure. The IRC leads the way from harm to home.

BACKGROUND:
On December 16, 2013, heavy military exchanges occurred between rival SPLA factions in Juba (Central Equatoria State). The fighting and violence quickly spread to other states in South Sudan, trapping thousands of civilians in Unity, Lakes, Upper Nile, and Jonglei States in UN bases or makeshift IDP settlements. OCHA estimates that 194,000 people have been displaced across five states, Central Equatoria, Unity, Lakes, Upper Nile, and Jonglei. It is e stimated that around 30,000 IDPs have sought refuge in the two UN bases in Juba; 8,000 IDPs have reportedly sought refuge in the UN base in Bentiu and 3,000 in the UN base in Pariang; an inter-agency mission to Awerial (Lakes) estimates that there are around 124,000 IDPs, mostly from Jonglei. The IRC South Sudan country program is gearing up to respond to the ongoing emergency and is looking for emergency response staff to assist with this.

Under the direct supervision of Deputy Director for Operations and technical support of the Director Field IT, the IT Manager is a member of the IRC Operations Department in the Juba Office. The IT Manager will be responsible for all IT and Internet-related problems and is expected to perform the following assignments:

Scope of work:
The IRC is currently seeking a Security Manager for its South Sudan program, based in Juba and with at least 75 % travel time to emergency program locations. The position will wo rk with the country team to ensure that organizational security policies and procedures are responsive to the context, adequate and known to staff. The Security Manager will conduct training on site for staff and others (external security providers) and facilitate development and implementation of appropriate security plans and Standard Operating Procedures. S/he will provide expert security advice to all levels of IRC staff in the country office including security updates, travel advisories, and incident management. The position reports to the Deputy Director of Operations.

Specific Responsibilities
* Ensure that the South Sudan country program has an up to date Security Management Plan (SMP) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
* Facilitate SMP and SOP revisions as and when necessary and stipulated.
* Lead S/Sudan country program in developing Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) in the areas of operational (administrative, procure ment, vehicle management, house and office) and Financial (e.g. safe usage, bank withdrawals, cash handling) safety and security management.
* Ensure that each new employee, international and national, receive appropriate security orientation within 48 hours of arrival into the country program. Provide a framework for field security orientations and ensure that IRC Connect (IRC’s staff orientation system) security information is up-to-date and utilized.
* Create, along with Deputy Director Operations, a security training program that reaches a maximum number of national and international staff. Keep useful records on staff training and report.
* Assist field offices in arranging ad hoc security training workshops in consultation with the Deputy Director Operations and Country Director.
* Monitor all communications from the field related to security incidents and planning and provide timely feedback to advisories and guidance sought by the fi eld team.
* Make field visit and monitor security preparedness and field training. Provide a follow-up report with clear recommendations after each visit.
* Conduct field security assessments examining IRC staff, assets, compounds, residences, field sites and projects and compile a report with recommendations.
* Together with the Field Managers/ Coordinators and Deputy Director of operations, develop and sustain a database of security incidents.
* Generate monthly activity reports on security, including database analyses, new threats, responses and vulnerabilities and any relevant lessons learned from security and safety incidents.
* Maintain the network of IRC Security Focal Points at each IRC field office and conduct weekly update calls.
* Identify, create and maintain a network and coordinate closely with INGO/UN and other security specialists suitable for the context of South Sudan. Work closely with the NGO Security forum in relevant information exchange and monitoring of trends and advisories.
* Provide credible information and contextual analysis of localized and country security situations and incidents along with appropriate advice to IRC South Sudan SMT.
* Work closely with the external security service providers and make sure they are well aware of the IRC security management protocols and guidelines.
* Understand the prominent issues for the S/Sudan country program and update CD and Deputy Director Operations as necessary.
* As required, support and advice the Country Director and Deputy Director Operations during a crisis.
* Coordinate closely with the Regional Safety and Security Advisor for Horn and East Africa Region on relevant issues pertaining to security management for South Sudan

Qualifications
* Minimum of five year’s practical experience in security management for international organization/s.
* Prior expe rience working in South Sudan and/ or other Horn Africa countries a distinct advantage
* Demonstrable work experience in the areas of security planning, organizing and executing security operations in the field
* Practitioner’s experience on broader humanitarian principles, codes of conduct and specifically around security management, rules of engagement etc.
* Experience in organizing training for staff and partners
* University degree and advanced training on security management

Person Skills
* Ability to work in a multicultural setting
* Ability to work under pressure and with remote field teams
* Excellent communication skills- coherent, timely and strategic
* Friendly, approachable and flexible
* Able to cope with remote field visit

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
* Security: Security level red. The situation in Juba is calm at the moment but remains tense and unpredictable; conc erns include criminality, presence of armed troops, and looting. There is active conflict in many parts of the country and a possibility for further expansion of the conflict and violence into other areas and other states.

HOUSING:
* Lodging in Juba is in a private bedroom, with en suite bathroom, in a shared IRC guesthouse. In field sites sleeping accommodations range from tent to traditional hut to permanent structures. Field compounds have latrines and showers. All IRC sites have electricity and internet at least several hours per day. Food is the individual’s responsibility.

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Department: Security
Position: Security Manager Contract duration: 6 months Location: Republic of South Sudan Starting Date ASAP

I. Background on ACTED

ACTED is a French humanitarian NGO, founded in 1993, which supports vulnerable populations, affected by humanitarian crises worldwide. ACTED provides continued support to vulnerable communities by ensuring the sustainability of post-crisis interventions and engaging long-term challenges facing our target populations, in order to break the poverty cycle, foster development and reduce vulnerability to disasters. Our interventions seek to cover the multiple aspects of humanitarian and development crises through a multidisciplinary approach which is both global and local, and adapted to each context. Our 3,300 staff is committed in to responding to emergencies worldwide, to supporting recovery and rehabilitation, towards sustainable development.

Our teams in the field implement some 340 projects in 34 countries covering the following sectors emergency relief, food security, access to health, education and training, economic development, microfinance, advocacy, institutional support, and regional dialogue, cultural promotion. Based on considerable experience addressing the needs and situations of vulnerable communities, ACTED contributes to the international agenda towards reaching the Millennium Development Goals, through a wide range of partnerships, innovative initiatives, and campaigns.

II. Country Profile

Capital Office : Juba National Staff : 136 International Staff : 28 Areas : 10 On-going programmes : 8 Budget : 2.9 M €

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

III. Position Profile

Under the direct supervision of the Country Director, key responsibilities include: - Serve as security focal point - Ensure all new staff are accurately briefed on security procedures; - Provide all staff with regular security briefings and updates and ensure that all staff follow security procedures; - Ensure that ACTED’s security management plans are relevant and constantly updated as appropriate and that all staff know their roles and responsibilities; - Liaise with UN agencies, NGOs and other external actors to gain security information and analysis in the region; - Conduct regular security and risk assessments for all operational areas - Write regular security management reports with situational analysis and recommendations; - Ensure that field communications needs are met and that staff are trained in the use of radios and other communications equipment as necessary.

IV. Qualifications:

• At least 3-5 years of working experience in insecure environments; preferably in Africa, Asia, or the Middle East; • Extensive experience in security management and procedures; • Demonstrated communication and organizational skills; • Ability to train, mobilize, and manage both international and national staff • Flexibility and ability to multi-task under pressure; • Ability to work well in unstable and frequently changing security environments; • Willingness to work and live in often remote areas under basic conditions; • Proven ability to work creatively and independently both in the field and in the office; • Advanced proficiency in written and spoken English • Knowledge of local language and/or regional experience highly desirable

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 : SM/SSUD/RW

ACTED Att: Human Resources Department 33, rue Godot de Mauroy 75009 Paris FRANCE

Fax. + 33 (0) 1 42 65 33 46

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

The MENTOR Initiative (MENTOR) is a “not for profit”, charitable, non-governmental organisation devoted to reducing death and suffering from malaria in humanitarian crises. The MENTOR Initiative is currently providing ongoing emergency support to the most vulnerable communities in Liberia, Angola, Kenya, Somalia, South Sudan, the Central African Republic and Southern Chad.

The Medical Coordinator for the South Sudan emergency programmes will work as part of a MENTOR technical team with other specialisms including vector control, VBD prevention, protective shelter and IEC/BCC. This post will work with MoH, UN, NGO and FBO teams to help ensure that all vulnerable host, IDP and refugee populations in target areas have access to effective VBD diagnostic and case management services in case of epidemics and/or large population movements.

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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 15 programs across nine sites 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 runs programs in HIV/AIDS, nutrition, food security, and water and sanitation projects. To address South Sudan’s acute health worker shortage, and foster self-reliance, International Medical Corps trains health professionals and community volunteers.

Simultaneously, International Medical Corps is in the process of increasing its surge capacity and ramping up programming in order to respond to the countrywide emergency humanitarian needs emerging from the conflict erupted in December 2013.

JOB SUMMARY The Logistics Coordinator is responsible for managing and supervising the departments or sections of general administration, logistics and procurement. The portfolio includes procurement of approximately 0.5m US$ worth materials and inputs for the program in a year, management of a fleet 15+ vehicles dispersed in 5 States, care and maintenance of 10+ facilities, management and control of a large inventory including oversight to warehouses and management of communication equipment in 9 locations including Juba. The position will also be involved in providing extensive support to emergency response that the country mission is mounting across 4 States. Special aptitude in solving problems, paying attention to details, staying on top of everything and commitment to building capacity of national staff are pre-requisite for success in this fast-moving, complex and dynamic position.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES - Manage mission Supply Chain and ensure implementation of International Medical Corps procurement and logistics policies & procedures while observing respective donor regulations and local law. - Ensure continued support to building capacity of national logistics team. Train local staff for independent work and use available opportunities to develop staff capacity. - Perform site visits, document site logistics evaluation, and implement corrective measures as appropriate. - Manage local and international procurement, in line with International Medical Corps and donor procedures and local law. - Ensure adequate management of transport for staff and commodities in a most cost and time efficient manner, taking into consideration safety and security as well as access related issues. - Ensure that stocks and assets inventory are recorded accurately and managed with high level of accountability. - Ensure adequate equipment maintenance, given the specific circumstances at operational sites. - Coordinate with local officials on local customs clearing, laws and procedures. - Supervise overall stock distribution tracking (for purchased and donated stocks up to distribution points), provide logistics support to program team related to distribution. - Ensuring mandatory reporting to in-country management team and HQ logistics team. - Organize internal control spot checks of all field logisticians’ activities and implement corrective actions as required in coordination with country management team. - Coordinating import process for goods coming from abroad. - Manage mission compliance with US Export Regulations. - Ensure all GIK administration & asset tracking verification is updated monthly by responsible staff.

Qualifications: QUALIFICATIONS - Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of work experience (minimum 3 years in developing country) in Logistics Coordinator position with an international NGO within Africa. - Able to maintain cool under stressful conditions - Familiarity with program budget development and management procedures - Resourcefulness in meeting program demands without compromising with the compliance requirements - Ability to read, analyze and interpret administrative reports, technical procedures, and governmental regulations. - Able to work as part of a large team with excellent inter-personnel skills - Ability to work in a multi-cultural setting. - Ability to write reports, and procedure manuals; ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from country managers, counterparts, government officials and International Medical Corps HQ colleagues. - Fluency in English - both oral and written skills. - High level of computer literacy - Excellent mentoring skills - Ability to conduct formal logistics training - Ability to live and work with basic facilities and under hardship

QUALIFICATIONS DESIRED/PREFERRED - Previous experience in South Sudan preferred. - Knowledge of logistics management of health NGO - Experiences of working with IMC

APPLICATION PROCEDURE
To officially begin the application process, qualified candidates please go to our career page http://careers.internationalmedicalcorps.org/careers.aspx , noting where you noticed the position you are applying for and complete the online employment application form.

Objective of the Position:

The ACF Cluster Co-lead Coordinator will work with the Cluster Coordinator and MOH counter parts and the Strategic Advisory Group to provide overall leadership for the Nutrition Cluster in South Sudan; and to facilitate the process of ensuring a coherent and effective emergency nutrition response by partners.

The major tasks and responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

Objective 1: Promoting partnership

Explore and identify appropriate new partners to engage in emergency nutrition in South Sudan, including INGOs, NNGOs and Faith Based Organizations and local civil society; respecting their respective mandates and program priorities and facilitate the active engagement of these agencies in the cluster at national and/or at sub national level.

Objective 2: Establishment and maintenance of appropriate humanitarian coordination mechanisms

Ensure appropriate coordination mechanisms are maintained between all nutrition humanitarian partners at national and sub national level (including national and international NGOs, the Red Cross/Red Crescent Movement, IOM and other international organizations active in the nutrition sector), as well as MOH, national and local authorities and other local civil society structures; and ensuring effective links with the Office of the humanitarian coordinator, other cluster and donors.

Objective 3: Planning and strategy development

Lead and support the development of Nutrition Cluster strategies and plans at national and sub national level, based on solid analysis of the situation; to prepare for and respond appropriately to emergencies. This will include the development of the Consolidated Appeal & Contingency Plans and appropriate revision of these plans as required. As part of this process, ensure that gaps and duplications are identified and appropriately addressed.

Objective 4: Inter-cluster coordination

Strengthen inter-cluster coordination at national and sub national level, particularly with Food Security & Livelihoods, WASH, Health and Education Clusters to facilitate a comprehensive approach to addressing the issue of nutrition in South Sudan.

Objective 5: Assessment and response planning

Support State Nutrition Cluster Focal points (MOH, UNICEF & NGO) and nutrition partners to participate in nutrition needs assessments and response planning, ensuring that they are age and gender sensitive, using standardized tools and methods; and in coordination and/or collaboration with other sectors.

Objective 6: Application of standards

Ensure that Nutrition Cluster partners are aware of relevant commitments that the Government/concerned authorities have undertaken under international human rights law; and relevant government policies and protocols and legislation which will impact on Nutrition Programming (eg Human Resource Issues, Operational Agreements with Gov etc) Ensure that emergency nutrition responses are in line with existing MOH policies, protocols & technical standards, and support the development of relevant Nutrition in Emergencies policies, protocols and technical guidance in line with international best practice, to enable quality NiE programming across South Sudan.

Objective 7: Monitoring and reporting

Ensure regular monitoring of nutrition cluster response activities and coordination against cluster indicators, including activity at operational level (quality, coverage, continuity and cost of service delivery interventions); and sub national and national level cluster coordination activities. Conduct analysis of best available information in order to benchmark progress of the emergency response over time. Submit regular Cluster reports to OCHA and UNICEF in line with reporting requirements (monthly/quarterly). Work with the Monitoring and Reporting Specialist UNV and Cluster partners to establish a solid cluster monitoring system.

Objective 8: Information management

In collaboration with the Cluster Coordinator, guide the work of the Information Management Officer to maintain a functional Nutrition Cluster Information Management system; which includes Monthly and Weekly Partner Reporting, Nutrition Partner database and 4W Matrixes; Capacity Mapping database, Repository of Nutrition Surveys and Cluster Website.

Objective 9: Advocacy and resource mobilization

Identify core advocacy concerns for the cluster, including resource requirements, and ensure key advocacy messages are shared with appropriate stakeholders/decision makers including those within government, the donor community and other UN agencies. Contribute key messages to the broader advocacy initiatives of the Humanitarian Coordinators and other actors; Advocate for donors to fund Nutrition Cluster partners to carry out activities in line with the Nutrition Cluster strategies, and identified priorities while at the same time encouraging cluster participants to mobilize resources for their activities through the usual channels. Coordinate and support the Nutrition Cluster partner application for funding through the various pooled funding mechanisms including CHF, CERF, other Flash and Reserve Funding mechanisms.

Objective 10: Training and capacity development of national/local authorities and civil society

Promote and support training of humanitarian personnel and capacity development of humanitarian partners; based on capacity mapping and understanding of available personnel and institutional capacities. Support efforts to strengthen the capacity of national and state MOH and other national//local authorities and civil society on Nutrition in Emergency related issues.

Objective 11: Cross cutting issues

Ensure that OCHA identified priority crosscutting issues, including gender, HIV and environment; are fully integrated into the nutrition cluster strategy and nutrition cluster partner projects, in line with ISAC guidance and international best practices. Reporting Responsibilities

Monthly narrative reports Any other relevant reports as requested/assigned by the supervisors

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Qualifications, Skills & Experience

Technical knowledge

Nutrition in emergencies, including conducting rapid assessment and establishing response plans, establishment/support of CMAM programmes for treatment of severe and moderate acute malnutrition, conducting SMART surveys, and management of nutrition data and information systems, Experience in using Epi- Info, ENA, Excel, Access and other related computer software packages. Humanitarian coordination system, with understanding of humanitarian reform principles, international humanitarian law, inter-connectedness and reform pillars and recent developments including transformative agenda. Experience and Qualification

Advanced University degree in Public Health, Nutrition or a related technical field Three-Five years progressively responsible professional work experience at national or international level. Experience to include working in conflict affected insecure locations, working within the Cluster Approach. Core competencies

Communication; working with people; drive for results Functional competencies

Persuading and influencing; leading and supervising; relating and networking; creating and innovating, organizational, analytical and planning, presentation and reporting skills Core values

Commitment; diversity; integrity

Apply with resume and cover letter at http://actionagainsthunger.theresumator.com/apply/y09HTg/Nutrition-Clust...

Polish Humanitarian Action is looking for a WASH Cluster State Focal Point for its Mission in South Sudan

General information:
• Organization: Polish Humanitarian Action
• Position: WASH Cluster State Focal Point
• Location: South Sudan (primarily Juba and different locations in Jonglei State)
• Job terms: Permanent/Full-time
• Starting date: ASAP

What PAH is about:
Polish Humanitarian Action (PAH) is a non-governmental organization consisting of people who want to make the world a better place. For over 20 years, we have been providing relief in big and small emergencies worldwide alongside with running long-term missions in several countries in crisis. Our interventions – of both humanitarian and development character – have been carried out in 44 countries so far. We concentrate on ensuring sustainable and stable development of regions suffering the consequences of war and/or natural disasters. We possess long-standing expertise in Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH), but also implement projects in Food Security and Livelihoods (FSL), as well as Nutrition and Education. For more information, please refer to www.pah.org.pl. We have recently turned 20!

Who PAH is in South Sudan:
PAH has been working in South Sudan since 2006 as one of the first NGOs established in Jonglei State. We are a small team of committed individuals aiming at delivering tangible and sustainable change in the largest, most populous and most conflicted state of South Sudan. We are needs- and community based, hence aside drilling and repairing boreholes, developing accompanying O&M structures and innovative approaches to sanitation and hygiene promotion, we have also been developing our emergency response capacity. Our Emergency Response Team (ERT) mainly reacts to WASH and NFI needs of populations affected by conflicts and natural disasters, which have been on the increase for the past two years. Thanks to the expertise gathered over the years, we were also appointed to lead WASH Cluster in the state: we coordinate WASH emergency response with partners and hence make sure all vulnerable communities are served at the time of crisis.
Due to the present situation in South Sudan PAH has temporarily cut on its development-oriented projects and is focusing on the response to the current humanitarian crisis.

Who PAH is looking for:
PAH in South Sudan is looking for a WASH Cluster State Focal Point
The person will hold the following responsibilities:
• Develop and maintain state level cluster contact list and ensure knowledge of who is doing what and where within the sector in Jonglei.
• Facilitate state level cluster meetings, initiated by state level ministry and/or UNICEF via dissemination of meeting announcement, providing NGO updates for absent agencies, and sharing minutes of cluster meeting with central and state level.
• Facilitate or coordinate in partnership with cluster members and/or with inter-sector teams needs assessments and other programmatic issues as need be.
• Advice and support development of sector baselines, benchmarks and measurable indicators.
• Support cluster co-leads with planning issues including humanitarian work plan, risk analysis, preparedness/contingency planning and identification of gaps.
• Represent the WASH cluster at humanitarian coordination meetings in the state in close collaboration with UNICEF.
• Brief new cluster members on the sector specific issues. Provide initial contacts lists; facilitate contacts with key partners, local and national authorities.
• Supervise the safe and efficient management of WASH supplies and equipment.
• Conduct fundraising activities in identifying sources of funding of the program.
• Support and prepare project proposals, budgets and reports.
• Support the promotion and PR WASH and EP&R program in the region.
• Participate and enhance the exchange of knowledge, experiences and needs among team members..

What PAH requires:
• Minimum 3 years professional experience in the field within the WASH sector
• Experience in the field with other organizations and actors working in humanitarian or development contexts
• Experience in working with the cluster sytem
• Experience in supervision and coordination of WASH programmes/projects
• Experience in project planning and design; familiarity with project cycle management
• Good understanding of links between emergency and development programmes
• Ability to manage budgets, understand financial accountability procedures, logistics, and commodity tracking
• Languages: proficiency in oral and written English
• IT: MS Office advanced level knowledge
• Strong planning and organizational skills
• Conflict resolution and negotiation skills
• Interpersonal and cross-cultural sensitivity and experience
• Availability: immediate

What PAH offers:
• A full time position with a probationary period of 3 months
• Gross salary of maximum 2600 USD depending on experience
• 26 days of annual leave
• A challenging, exciting and active job in an organisation combining emergency and development work
• A job primarily based in Jonglei State with frequent travels to Juba (country capital) and to the field
• Accommodation in PAH compounds
• Allowances of 25 USD per day on top of the salary
• Approx. 10 working days of leave every 3 months (depending on project activities) with flights home covered every 3 months up to 2000 USD.

If you are interested in applying for this position, please fill in the application form on our website: http://www.pah.h2.pl/aplikacja/index_en.php"application form".
Applications should be sent no later than January 30th 2014. Only short-listed candidates will be notified.

Department: Coordination
Position: Area Coordinator Contract duration: 6 months Location: Maban – Republic of South Sudan
Starting Date: ASAP

I. Background on ACTED

ACTED is an independent international, private, non-partisan and non-profit organization that operates according to principles of strict neutrality, political and religious impartiality, and non discrimination.

ACTED was created in 1993 to support populations affected by the conflict in Afghanistan. Based in Paris, France, ACTED now operates in 32 countries worldwide, with over 200 international and 3000 national staff. ACTED has a 110 million € budget for over 350 projects spanning 8 sectors of intervention; including emergency relief, food security, health promotion, economic development, education & training, microfinance, local governance & institutional support, and cultural promotion. For more information, please visit our website at www.acted.org

II. Country Profile

Capital Office : Juba National Staff : 136 International Staff : 28 Areas : 10 On-going programmes : 8 Budget : 2.9 M €

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

III. Position Profile

The Area Coordinator is responsible for the implementation of ACTED’s global mandate in the relevant area, and for the scope of activities developed within this mandate. Responsibilities :

1. Ensure ACTED Representation in the area of activity

   • Representation vis-à-vis provincial authorities: o Participate in official meetings to ensure maximum visibility vis-à-vis provincial authorities.
   • Representation vis-à-vis Donors: o Establish and update contact details of potential Donors active in the area of activity; o Participate in Donor meetings at provincial level and communicate relevant information to the Country Director; o Circulate the Annual Report.
   • Representation amongst other international organisations: o Participate in inter-NGO Coordination meetings and those of UN Agencies (OCHA, UNDP, UNICEF, FAO, etc.), and any other relevant inter-governmental institution at provincial level; o Ensure maximum visibility of the Agency amongst the NGO community at provincial level; o Lead the production of reports and ensure the timeliness and accuracy of information provided, as well as ensuring confidentiality of sensitive information. More generally, the project 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.

2. Contribute to the development of a global intervention strategy and to support its implementation at provincial level

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

3. Oversee Staff and Security

   • Guide and direct the staff of the area of intervention: o Organise and lead coordination meetings; o Prepare and follow work plans; o Ensure a positive working environment and good team dynamics (solve out potential conflicts); o Promote team working conditions in the limit of private life; o Adapt the organigramme and ToRs of personnel according to the area development; o Undertake regular appraisals of directly supervised colleagues and pass appraisal forms to the Country Administrator with recommendations (new position, changes to contract or salary etc.);
   • Contribute to the recruitment of expatriate staff: o Follow recruitment procedures: plan recruitment needs in advance; draft ToRs for open vacancies; if necessary undertake phone interviews with candidates; When requested by HQ, undertake interviews of expatriate candidates living in the area of intervention.
   • Oversee staff security: o In cooperation with the Area Security Officer, monitor the local security situation and inform both Country Security Officer and Country Director of developments through regular written reports; o Update the security guidelines in the area of intervention; o Ensure that security procedures are respected by the whole staff.

IV. Qualifications:

• Master Level education in a relevant field such as International Relations or Development
• Extensive project management experience (management, planning, staff development and training
• skills) in emergency and/or development programmes
• At least four years of previous work experience in a high management position
• Proven capabilities in leadership and management required
• Excellent skills in written and spoken English
• Strong negotiation and interpersonal skills, and flexibility in cultural and organizational terms
• Knowledge of local language and/or regional experience an asset
• Ability to work well and punctually under pressure

V. Conditions:

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

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

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

Department: Program
Position: Electro mechanics Contract duration: 6 months, renewable Location: Maban, South Sudan Starting Date: ASAP

I. Background on ACTED

ACTED is an independent international, private, non-partisan and non-profit organization that operates according to principles of strict neutrality, political and religious impartiality, and non discrimination.

ACTED was created in 1993 to support populations affected by the conflict in Afghanistan. Based in Paris, France, ACTED now operates in 34 countries worldwide, with over 200 international and 4000 national staff. ACTED has a 110 million € budget for over 350 projects spanning 8 sectors of intervention; including emergency relief, food security, health promotion, economic development, education & training, microfinance, local governance & institutional support, and cultural promotion. For more information, please visit our website at www.acted.org.

II. Country Profile

Capital Office : Juba National Staff : 136 International Staff : 28 Areas : 10 On-going programmes : 8 Budget : 2.9 M €

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

III. Position Profile

The Electro mechanics 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

• Representation vis-à-vis provincial authorities: Participate in technical and sectoral meetings to ensure visibility amongst local authorities;
• Representation vis-à-vis Donors: Participate in technical and sectoral Donor meetings and pass relevant information to the Country Director;
• 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

• 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;
• 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.

1. Provide Relevant Technical Expertise

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

1. Oversee Program Staff and Security

• Guide and direct program staff:
• Organise and lead project coordination meetings;
• Prepare and follow work plans with each project member;
• Ensure a positive working environment and good team dynamics (solve out potential conflicts);
• Promote team working conditions in the limit of private life;
• Adapt the organigramme and ToRs of project personnel according to the project development;
• 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.);
• Ensure a building of capacity amongst technical staff in the relevant sectors.
• Contribute to the recruitment of expatriate staff: When requested by HQ, undertake interviews to assess technical abilities of expatriate candidates living in the country.
• 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.

1. 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 Electro mechanics 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: PMEM/SSUD/RW

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

Senior Programme Manager
South Sudan

Nonviolent Peaceforce (NP) is a dynamic international, non-governmental organization which works to reduce violence and protect civilians in situations of violent conflict and its aftermath, mostly through the deployment on the ground of multinational teams of civilians.

In South Sudan, NP has 8 field teams providing thematically focused protection programming in child protection, gender based violence protection and prevention, displacement (IDPs, refugees and returnees, inter-communal violence reduction and conflict early warning/early response). This young country programme is growing rapidly responding to the dynamic, high needs environment in South Sudan.

We are looking for an experienced, dynamic and energetic Senior Programme Manager to lead the implementation of Nonviolent Peaceforce’s programming in the new nation of South Sudan. You will be someone who draws their motivation from a genuine commitment to civilian protection and violence reduction programming and can draw on that motivation to manage a challenging programme in a complex, logistically and security difficult environment. You are a highly creative problem solver, who will tenaciously find solutions. You are able to build positive relationships with a wide range of actors; you motivate, inspire and nurture the development of your teams. You are someone who takes pride in your work and being part of something bigger than yourself. The Nonviolent Peaceforce programme in South Sudan is young and growing – you are someone who wants to contribute to building something.

You are someone who is not deterred by the complexity of conflict; you are able to analyze conflict dynamics; you are motivated and unendingly persistent in finding and implementing protection and prevention strategies. You are ready to travel between Juba and the field sites where you will be comfortable working in a remote, physically demanding environment, in a tented compound environment and can enjoy a simple diet. The successful candidate combines creativity, innovation and demonstrated knowledge of the protection, prevention and peacebuilding. S/he is experienced at management, both distance and in person, and can manage the priorities of a complex and varied country program. S/he has excellent interpersonal skills and flair for connecting and building trust with people from a wide variety of backgrounds. S/he is solutions focused, strategic and is driven by a keen interest and personal commitment to in civilian protection. S/he knows how to support successful programming with strong operational and administrative functions.

Please see the attached full job description before applying.

Send CV and Letter of Motivation to recruitNPSS@nonviolentpeacforce.org.
Deadline: Applications must be received by 11th February 2014

This is a job re-advertisement. If you previously applied for this position, you do not need to re-apply

For more information about NP and its work, please go to NP’s website: www.nonviolentpeaceforce.org

Senior Programme Design and Fundraising Manager
Juba, South Sudan

OVERVIEW
Nonviolent Peaceforce (NP) is a dynamic international, non-governmental organization which works to reduce violence and protect civilians in situations of violent conflict and its aftermath, mostly through the deployment on the ground of multinational teams of civilians.

In South Sudan, NP has 8 field teams providing thematically focused protection programming in child protection, gender based violence protection and prevention, displacement (IDPs, refugees and returnees, inter-communal violence reduction and conflict early warning/early response). This young country programme is growing rapidly responding to the dynamic, high needs environment in South Sudan.
We are looking for an enthusiastic and dynamic programme designer and fund-raiser to join our South Sudan team. You will pro-actively support the team in defining strategy, designing projects, writing proposals and negotiating with donors. You will work with colleagues and partner organisations to identify concrete, viable, fundable projects, and contribute broadly to organisational growth through cross-regional collaboration and learning. You will also be responsible for liaising with donors and you will supervise the programme officers, the M&E officer and communications officer. The successful candidate combines creativity and innovation with a keen eye for detail and accuracy. S/he is experienced and skilled at converting programme concepts into feasible proposals that meet donor requirements, and at staying up to date with donor trends, opportunities and special interests. S/he is knowledgeable about protection, conflict reduction and peacebuilding. S/he has excellent writing skills and a flair for grasping key ideas and actions through a combination of desk research and consultation and discussion with colleagues and partners. S/he has also worked in the field thus can draw on personal implementation and monitoring and evaluation experiences in designing new projects. The full job profile is below.

FULL JOB PROFILE

JOB PURPOSE

The programme development and fundraising role is based on collaborative work with the South Sudan programme team to develop strategy and project ideas, turn them into proposals and secure suitable donor funding. This involves facilitation of project design sessions and coordination of proposal development processes with colleagues and partners. Through this work, s/he leads on the conversion of programme concepts into feasible proposals which meet donor requirements. S/he also negotiates with donors on contract details, and ensures engagement of relevant colleagues in finance and programme departments in the review, sign-off and handover process. S/he proactively seeks new donor opportunities and helps ensure the team is kept up to date with donor trends and opportunities. Meanwhile s/he contributes to NP’s overall programme design and fundraising as a member of the programme design and fundraising team. S/he will have supervisory responsibilities of programme officers, communication officer and M&E officer.

KEY OBJECTIVES/RESPONSIBILITIES

Support the South Sudan country team in defining strategy, preparing proposals for donors, and negotiating contracts
•Contribute substantively to strategy development, and help ensure that programme ideas are fundable within the donor opportunities available
•Coordinate the production of finalised proposals with the programme team
•Serve as the lead writer, contributing and soliciting ideas, text, editing and budget design to the programme proposals being created, and package them to meet the specific needs of different donors
•Submit concept papers and proposals to donors, and follow-up with the donors on a continuous basis to monitor progress and to answer questions and provide amendments as necessary
•Conduct and assist in the negotiations of donor contracts – within parameters agreed with the Country Director, Finance Manager and programme managers, and ensuring that costs including overheads are recovered, that NP systems are capable of generating the compliance information required by the contract, and that NP’s best interests are represented
• Help programme colleagues ensure that all project costs are included in budgets and funded – where necessary by submitting proposals to more than one donor

Lead the grant inception process, ensuring that donor contracts are registered and well understood by colleagues who will be responsible for their implementation, and that budgets can be managed and monitored
•Maintain orderly files, and involve all internal stakeholders in communications on fundraising issues
•Prepare a hand-over file for programmes and finance staff following the successful negotiation of donor contracts, ensuring that salient information regarding grant management is clearly flagged and communicated, and that all relevant paperwork is made available
• Convert donor budgets into NP budgets, using internal budget formats and using budget lines which allow the NP accounting system to be used to generate donor finance reports
• Assist programmes in interpreting the terms of, and in re-negotiating ongoing donor contracts when requested

Contribute to NP’s knowledge of donor priorities, opportunities and special needs/interests
• Be responsive to the leadership provided by the Country Director and the Director of Programming and play a proactive role as a member of the fund-raising team, working on specific tasks and internal projects as agreed
• Maintain a watching brief on donors and inform colleagues as necessary on specific funding opportunities appropriate for NP, and on changes in donor strategy or rules and guidelines
• Advise on decisions about which project ideas to submit for specific funding opportunities
• Keep NP’s global fundraising team informed about fundraising plans of his/her programmes dept., so as to anticipate any conflicts internally or confusion on the part of donors
• Proactively seek information on potential donor opportunities for the programmes within his/her dept., and help programme colleagues adapt their programming ideas to suit particular donor interests
• Stay alert to funding opportunities other than direct grants from donors, e.g. as a sub grantee or consortium member

Personnel Management
• S/he will be the line manager for the Programme Officer (s), Communication Officer and M&E Officer, providing leadership, motivation and coordination for this multifaceted team
•Coordinate division of tasks and priorities among Program Development and Fundraising Team, assuring overall priorities are met
•Guide reportees in developing workplans, mentor them in skills development and lead performance management process for them

Contribute to the organisation more broadly
•Take part in project design process for other NPSS programmes, or for cross organisational projects, from time to time as agreed
•Prepare monthly fundraising reports to be submitted to HQ
•Provide data from proposals and concept papers regularly, for the purposes of maintaining the organisational funding pipeline and individual programme funding pipelines
•Take part in organisational initiatives such as working groups to contribute to broader organization strategy
•Contribute to the promotion of cross-organisational work, e.g. by bringing colleagues from different programmes together on project design processes
•Contribute to team-wide communications and knowledge management, and participate in organisation-wide events and discussions on related topics/projects
•Undertake other tasks reasonably expected of her/him

QUALIFICATIONS AND COMPETENCIES

A. Education, Knowledge and Experience

•A university degree in a relevant field
•Experience of implementing programmes in the field, ideally in Africa
•Demonstrable experience of designing project proposals for successful submission to donors, including narrative, logframes and budgets v •Experience tracking donor trends and opportunities, and matching these with project ideas
•Significant experience negotiating contracts with donors
•Experience working in a NGO dependent on restricted project funds •Has an ability to see and articulate a clear project idea within a broad strategic context
•Excellent English writing skills and the ability to analyse and present a cogent argument both in writing and orally (face to face and on phone)
•Significant experience in preparing project budgets, computer literate in Excel
•Knowledge or demonstrable interest in protection, violence reduction and/or peacebuilding
•Skilled in the facilitation of meetings and processes

B.Skills

Independent Judgment/Analytical
•Ability to set priorities, solve problems and analyse data
•Ability to manage information with discretion •Ability to be creative and innovative in generating new ideas and undertaking research

Interpersonal
•Ability to communicate effectively and diplomatically in a multi-cultural environment
•Ability to motivate and provide leadership to team in constantly changing environment
•A collaborative team player, willing to proactively help colleagues

Communication
•Excellent written and spoken English skills
•Able to give engaging public presentation to small and large audiences

Information Technology:
•Good skills in Microsoft Office applications
•Additional IT skills a definite asset

Other Specialized Requirements
•This posting will require occasional travel to remote field sites with challenging physical conditions.

Send CV, Letter of Motivation and a writing sample to recruitNPSS@nonviolentpeacforce.org. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Applications must be received by 11th February 2014. For more information about Nonviolent Peaceforce, visit: www.nonviolentpeaceforce.org

Note: this is a re-advertisement. Previous applicants do not need to re-apply