Project: Mitigating violence, increasing the safety and security of civilians, and strengthening the resilience of populations affected by conflict and environmental shocks

External Consultant: Final End-line Project Evaluation – Statement of Work

1. BACKGROUND

Nonviolent Peaceforce (NP), an International NGO founded in 2002, recruits, trains and deploys unarmed civilians to reduce violence and protect vulnerable populations in conflict-affected areas. Unarmed civilian protection (UCP) is NP’s global core methodology. UCP refers to the engagement of unarmed civilians working to reduce the cycle of violence and increase the safety and security of civilians impacted by violent conflict. UCP prioritized direct physical protection against immediate threats of violence, even as we work to interrupt systemic violence. The success of UCP methodology is based on relationship building, acceptance, and trust by the community that utilizes a mix of strategies to prevent violence, enhance the safety and security of civilians, build and strengthen local peace infrastructure, and create an enabling environment for communities to devise and implement locally led peace and protection strategies. UCP is guided by principles of nonviolence, non-partisanship, primacy of local actors, and civilian-to-civilian action.

NP has been operating in South Sudan since 2010 with 11 static field operational sites in six states and one administrative area. These include Upper Nile, Jonglei, Greater Pibor Administrative Area, Central Equatoria, Western Equatoria, Unity State, and Warrap State. NP’s programming in South Sudan includes peace-building, social cohesion, protection, gender-based violence prevention and response, child protection, youth engagement, and reconciliation with a particular emphasis on the prevention of violence.

In line with this and with funding from the USAID’s Bureau for Humanitarian Affairs (BHA), NP South Sudan has been implementing a two-year project since July 2022, titled “Mitigating violence, increasing the safety and security of civilians and strengthening the resilience of populations affected by conflict and environmental shocks”. This is being implemented in Yei County in Central Equatoria State, Rubkona County in Unity State, Lankien in Nyirol County, Jonglei State, Pibor County in Greater Pibor Administrative Area, Tonj South County in Warrap State, Ganyliel Payam in Panyjiar County, Unity State as well as Leer County in Unity State. The project's overall goal is to mitigate violence, increase the safety and security of civilians, and strengthen the resilience of populations affected by conflict and environmental shocks in South Sudan.

To achieve this goal, NP directly implements the project activities utilizing a participatory model that seeks to further build on local protection capacities, social cohesion, and resilience as well as prevent and respond to pertinent protection concerns of conflict-affected communities in South Sudan. All project activities are designed to best respond to the immediate security needs of beneficiaries and support the resilience, adaptive capacity, and recovery of communities from violent conflict, insecurity, and environment shocks. The project’s three programming components are centred upon:

1. Child protection
2. GBV prevention and response
3. Protection coordination, advocacy, and information.

2. PURPOSE OF THE ENDLINE EVALUATION.

As part of the monitoring and evaluation function in ensuring effective oversight of the project within the project management cycle, the purpose of this end-line evaluation is to assess the overall performance of the project against the planned project objectives, and key performance indicators as well as assess the impact of the overall project to the intended beneficiaries. The scope of the end-line evaluation will cover the entire project period of 1 August 2022 to 31 July 2024. It will specifically assess and inform project stakeholders i.e donors, project managers/staff, relevant government departments and the targeted community at large about the project achievements, challenges, and lessons learned as well as provide recommendations to inform future programming.

Specific Objectives include:

• To assess the extent to which the project achieved its objectives as specified in the project proposal
• To assess the extent to which the project outcomes and outputs have been achieved considering the indicators given in the project document.
• To evaluate the level of contribution of the outputs towards the achievement of the expected project objectives, outcomes, goals and impact.
• To assess the relevance, effectiveness, and efficiency of interventions as well as the sustainability of the results and the degree of satisfaction of the beneficiaries.
• To identify major external factors that influenced or impacted the implementation of the project and evaluate their implication on future interventions.
• To evaluate the appropriateness of the strategies and approaches used in implementation of the project.
• Assess the wider impact and sustainability of project results and satisfaction of the project participants in line with the key project deliverables and impact.
• To identify and document best practices, and lessons learned from the project and make recommendations for future strategies.

3. EVALUATION QUESTIONS

In line with the purpose and scope specified, evaluation question topics and sub-questions will be finalized during the preparation of the inception report. Without direct limitation on questions for inclusion, some suggested key questions include the following:

• To what extent and how has the intervention led to mitigating violence, increasing the safety and security of civilians and strengthening the resilience of populations affected by conflict and environmental shocks?
• To what extent and how has the project achieved its objectives and particularly in line with child protection; GBV prevention and response as well as protection coordination, advocacy and information?
• To what extent and how has the project achieved its key outputs, outcomes and performance indicators as specified in the project documentation?
• To what extent and how has the project achieved its impact specifically about mitigating violence, increasing the safety and security of civilians and strengthening the resilience of populations affected by conflict in South Sudan?
• To what extent and how has the project been relevant, effective, and efficient in ensuring the primary goal of mitigating violence, increasing the safety and security of civilians and strengthening the resilience of populations affected by conflict in South Sudan?
• To what extent and how has the project delivery and achievement of results ensured sustainability and satisfaction among the project participants?
• To what extent and how did external factors influence or impact the implementation of the “Mitigating violence, increasing the safety and security of civilians and strengthening the resilience of populations affected by conflict and environmental shocks” project?
• What best practices, lessons learned, and recommendations can be identified to inform future programming and strategy for the donor and other major stakeholders?

4. DESIGN AND METHODS

A cross-sectional study will be conducted across the project implementation areas i.e. Jonglei (Lankien and Pibor Counties), Unity (Panyijiar County and greater Southern Unity- Leer), Bentiu Town (Rubkona County) and Central Equatoria (Yei County), Warrap State (Tonj). The individual consultant is expected to conduct a participatory assessment providing for meaningful involvement by project partners, beneficiaries and other interested parties. Primary and secondary data is expected to be gathered using a mixed method to evaluate programme implementation. Thus, the assessment will involve collecting the following data:

• Quantitative data: It will be used to measure indicators of the project expressed in terms of numbers/percentages (quantitative indicators). Information will be collected using a questionnaire survey which will be administered to a sample of households. The consultant is expected to determine the sampling technique and size which would be representative, and adequate to detect the changes observed and do basic descriptive statistics.
• Qualitative data: Qualitative information will be collected through Focus Group Discussions (FGDs), Key Informant Interviews (KIIs) and In-depth Interviews (IDIs) with key stakeholders including community participants, community leaders, community/traditional leaders, local government offices, civil society organisations, donors, local humanitarian partners, project staff and others to complement the information collected through quantitative approaches.
• Secondary documentation: A review of relevant project documents and reports among other relevant documents will also be important to establish key insights relevant to the effective implementation of the project.

5. ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE CONSULTANT

The consultant will be expected to:

• Design methodology for the collection of quantitative and qualitative data for the final end-line evaluation.
• Develop and finalise evaluation questions and create the tools necessary to answer the final evaluation questions.
• Develop a detailed field implementation and enumerators training guide for the final evaluation.
• Organize and facilitate training workshops for data collectors (NP will hire the data collectors) and pilot testing of the tool.
• Plan and coordinate the necessary logistics to collect the data in aaccordance with the selected methodology.
• Conduct the final evaluation at the project locations to measure key indicators as defined in the project logical framework and also set benchmarks.
• Develop the data entry template and ensure data entry clerks are trained adequately.
• Collect and analyse available secondary data to augment the final evaluation findings.
• Based upon a reading of the programme documents, propose any additional topics or issues for analysis in the final evaluation.
• Analyse and interpret data to develop a comprehensive final evaluation report.
• Conduct a comparative analysis of the final evaluation data with baseline findings of the current project.
• Share key preliminary findings and insights from the final evaluation with relevant staff through consultations.

6. EXPECTED DELIVERABLES

• Submit an inception report/proposal which responds to the scope of work by adding any further detail or clarification regarding the study approach, method, or implementation arrangements
• Fieldwork implementation plan (to be submitted before fieldwork begins). This field work plan should be presented to NP for comment and revised as necessary prior to commencing fieldwork.
• Final evaluation questionnaires and qualitative data collection guides.
• Cleaned data sets in CSV and Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) format, with data correctly organized, and variables named and labelled.
• Cleaned qualitative data collection transcripts.
• High quality validation of the information collected through a validation workshop of the findings.
• A comprehensive final evaluation report that meets agreed formats.

7. TIMEFRAME

The task is anticipated to last between 6 to 8 weeks maximum weeks including submission of the final end line evaluation report. The consultant will be expected to start working on 15 July 2024 and complete all responsibilities outlined in the Scope of Work and submit the final end-line evaluation report by 15 September 2024.

Note: - The timing may be changed due to international and domestic travel restrictions or other requirements.

8. RESOURCES

NP will facilitate all visa requirements, transport to South Sudan and all field sites. In addition, NP will provide accommodation and communications equipment while in the country. NP will not provide personal computers and the consultant must use his/her own computer. All necessary logistical arrangements for the assessment will be coordinated through the NP logistics department. The chosen individual consultant will coordinate with the Research Monitoring and Evaluation team, Program Development Personnel, Program Manager and field staff in the planning and implementation of the data collection.

9. SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

Education:

• Master’s degree in International and Political Affairs, Law, Development Studies, Social Sciences, or a related field.

Required Experience and Skills

• At least 5-7 years of experience in the design and implementation of evaluations, assessments, or baseline surveys including qualitative and quantitative data collection.
• Previous work experience in the area of humanitarian work specifically the protection of civilians, knowledge of and understanding of the South Sudan operating context will be an added advantage.
• Excellent knowledge and understanding of research methodologies and processes.
• Experience in the development of Monitoring and Evaluation frameworks and log-frames.
• Experience in gathering and systematizing large amounts of data.
• Experience managing a diverse team and providing capacity-building and training support.
• Experience developing protection projects in conflict-affected and/or emergency settings.
• Proven ability to manage highly confidential and sensitive information through a protection lens.
• Experience managing projects in complex, dynamic and volatile environments, where security and political situation is very fluid.

10. SUBMISSION OF PROPOSAL

The proposal shall include technical and financial sections. The financial section needs to describe only the consultant’s professional fee. Other expenses like visa, transport, accommodation and small per diem while in country will be handled by NP.

The technical proposal should include:

• Consultant profile including past achievements
• Introduction: A brief overview of the assignment as understood by the bidder
• Detail methodology and approach including work plan (i.e. research techniques to be used, sampling, field operation plan, quality assurance and time frame).
• Current CV of the consultant.
• Detail itemized work plan.
• Detailed itemized budget and price justification by unit cost per activity being proposed under the financial proposal.
• Three references from organizations that prove the consultant's capacity to carry out a final evaluation.
• Annexes: Any documents, which the consultant feels will assist the proposal review team in evaluating the proposal

How to apply

Prospective individual consultants should submit a written proposal and the other items listed above though our websiteby midnight Central African Time on June 2, 2024.

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

SPECIAL NOTICE

Nonviolent Peaceforce is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.

Nonviolent Peaceforce acknowledges the duty of care to safeguard and promote the welfare of employees, contractors, volunteers, interns, communities we work with, and other stakeholders and is committed to ensuring safeguarding practice reflects statutory responsibilities and government guidance and complies with best practices in the Humanitarian and Development sector.NP expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment through our code of conduct. We prioritize ensuring that only those who share and demonstrate our values are recruited to work for us.

The post holder will undertake the appropriate level of training and is responsible for ensuring that they understand and work within the safeguarding policies of the organization.

All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records and terrorism finance checks. NP also participates in the InterAgency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this Scheme, we will request information from job applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.

NO FEE

We never ask for payment as part of our selection process, and we always contact candidates via our corporate accounts and platforms. If you are approached for payment, this is likely to be fraudulent. Please check whether the role you are interested in is posted here on our website.

Head of Support Services, South Sudan

Fixed term contract until December 2025 - with possibility for extension

The starting salary package for this position is £66,932 GBP / approx. $83,900 USD including all allowances

About MAG:

MAG (Mines Advisory Group) is an international humanitarian organisation based in Manchester, UK, and working in 32 countries. We remove landmines and unexploded ordnance to release safe and productive land for communities, and work to reduce the threat of armed violence by supporting governments to safely manage weapons and ammunition. In 1997, MAG was a co-recipient of the Nobel Peace Prize for our work campaigning for the Anti-Personnel Mine Ban Convention.

About the role:

This is an exciting opportunity to use your project and people management skills to lead a team of senior staff across key support functions. As a member of the Senior Management Team (SMT), you will provide strategic and operational leadership to ensure the efficient and effective management of all support services for MAG’s activities in South Sudan including Finance, Logistics, Human Resources, IT, Facilities Management and Administration. You will be key in overseeing that all programme support service systems are robust and working to enhance efficiency and minimise risk, whilst ensuring the programme’s operation is compliant with donor requirements and with MAG’s internal policies and procedures.

About you:

You will have international senior management experience, preferably with a humanitarian agency, having managed projects, HR, Finance and Logistics functions, in complex, high volume operations. You will need experience of developing and implementing management systems in these areas, and demonstrate the ability to develop new business proposals and budgets in competitive environments. You will have excellent people management experience, with proven ability to lead, and be a dynamic, motivated, flexible self-starter, able to hit the ground running. The Head of Support Services will be sensitive to cultural differences, able to work in a wide variety of cultural contexts and have the willingness and ability to work both at strategic and operational levels, with hand-on approach when required. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced support services professional to take the next step in their career and grow their strategic and operational skills in a senior, varied and autonomous role.

About the South Sudan programme:

South Sudan is one of the youngest, poorest and least developed countries world-wide. The 2013 outbreak of hostilities has led to thousands of people being killed or wounded, and hundreds of thousands of people being displaced by the violence. MAG has been working in South Sudan since 2004, to clear landmines/unexploded ordnance and deliver mine risk education to at-risk populations.

How to apply

Further information and how to apply:

For the further information on the role, the application pack and details of how to apply, please visit the MAG website at www.maginternational.org/vacancies-at-MAG by the closing date of 27thMay 2024.

MAG will support the successful applicant with any visa or work permit required, including application, administration and costs, however applicants will need to be able to obtain these within a reasonable time period to be considered for the role, due to programme needs.

Please note that as part of MAG's commitment to safeguarding, this post is subject to background checks before an offer of employment is confirmed. For more information on MAG’s approach to safeguarding here and background checks here. You can also find more information in the candidate information pack, available on our website.

MAG is committed to the principles of diversity, equality and inclusion. If you think you would be suited to one of our roles we would welcome your application regardless of your background. We strive to provide an inclusive and supportive working environment where all employees feel respected and supported in fulfilling their potential.

Background

VSF Germany is a non-profit organization whose work is driven by a strong commitment towards the health and well-being of humans, animals and the environment that surrounds them, supporting efforts aimed at saving lives and ending suffering in Eastern Africa – a work that transcends international borders and sector boundaries to achieve the One Health Agenda in a global setting. We are concerned with supporting livestock farmers in six African countries. Providing vaccinations and care for herds and helping families to improve their livestock farming, including South Sudan. VSF provide information and increase awareness about sustainable food production and consumption. VSF Germany supported pastoral livelihoods in South Sudan since 1998 working with communities in Upper Nile, Jonglei, Warrap, Eastern Equatoria, Western Bar el Ghazal and Lakes States through times of emergency and recovery to sustain, protect and restore livelihoods by direct provision; and capacity building for improved production and productivity, diversified production as well as local peace mechanisms and governance.

VSF-Germany in partnership with VSF Suisse with funding from U.S. Agency for International Development’s Office of Bureau for Humanitarian Assistance (USAID/BHA) implemented a one-year program entitled “Conflict and Climatic Emergency Livestock Response Program Phase III (CCLERP III) in Greater Upper Nile States”. This program covers 10 Counties in Jonglei, 2 counties in Upper Nile and 9 Counties in Unity states plus the Jonglei migrating cattle from Equatoria to Jonglei. The program objective is to to improve and sustain access to animal source foods and related income for climatic and crisis affected individuals at risk of malnutrition particularly children and women. The program is targeting people in Greater Upper Nile, comprised of internally displaced persons (IDPs), host and returnee groups with support to local institutions and mechanisms for delivery of animal health and public health services while mainstreaming conflict sensitivity, protection and Do No Harm approaches.

VSF Germany and its partner intends to evaluate the performance of the Conflict and Climatic Emergency Livestock Response Program phase III (CCLERP III) and are seeking the services of qualified and experienced project evaluators.

Purpose

The purpose of this end term evaluation is to examine the program performance against the planed indicators and results, and specifically:

1. To determine the appropriateness, relevance, efficiency and effectiveness of the veterinary program;
2. To assess the quality and comprehensiveness of the program design and implementation;
3. To document program lessons learned, successes, good practices that could be expanded, success stories, case studies and perceived and real as well as unmet needs;
4. In particular, on Conflict mitigation activities, document lessons learned, successes and good practices that could be expanded
5. Generate baseline data and information for subsequent interventions.

Scope

Provisionally, the evaluation will cover 8 payams (2 per county) in four randomly selected counties (one from each state and one additional from any one of the state depending on the existing situation) where feasible. It will be conducted in the project areas and will include both beneficiaries and non-beneficiaries. Key evaluation questions will be formulated using the project objectives and indicators, and project quality parameters.

Methodology

The final evaluation design will include participatory evaluation methods and employ a mixed approach with both qualitative and quantitative methods. The consultants will be required to submit a detailed draft evaluation design and methodology which will be reviewed and finalized with the effort of the program personnel.

Outputs

1. A detailed study design, including methodology, work plan and timeframe;
2. Inception report;
3. A draft report incorporating feedback from the debriefing sessions;
4. A final report incorporating feedback on the draft report (one bound hard copy & electronic copy).

Timeframe

This end term evaluation is expected to be completed in 30 working days including inception report, desk review, field assessment and report writing. The first draft report will be expected within 10 days after the field exercise is completed. A final version should be submitted within five days of receiving feedback on first draft.

Management

1. The consultancy will be guided, managed and technically advised by the Country Program Manager of VSF Germany;
2. The consultancy is technically and administratively fully accountable to VSF Germany;
3. Specific areas for the study will be selected in consultation with VSF’s field staff;
4. Field travel arrangements and immediate supervision will be carried out by VSF Germany & VSF Suisse in their respective areas of operation.

Qualifications

This should be a two-person evaluation team to consist of a team leader who will be a veterinarian and a support researcher who will preferably be an anthropologist or social scientist. Prospective evaluation teams are encouraged to include a mix of gender.

The team should collectively demonstrate the following set of qualities:

1. Five (5) years or more of Experience in carrying out major humanitarian evaluations for a major donor, international NGO, or international organization, preferably USAID/BHA.
2. General familiarity with the political and humanitarian context in South Sudan, particularly over the past 3 years.
3. Experience in developing or applying protection measures;
4. Extensive practical experience in implementing activities aimed at pastoral livelihoods;
5. National consultants are encouraged to apply.

How to apply

Interested candidates should submit their Technical and Financial proposals together with the consultants’ curriculum vitae (s) and company profile. The financial proposal should comprise of comprehensive professional fees; VSF Germany will cover travel and accommodation.

Proposals should be sent to the following Email addresses: recruitment@vsfg.org copied to juba@vsfg.org strictly indicating on the subject line “CCLERP III FINAL EVAL 2024”. Please find the complete terms of reference and how to apply from the link: https://www.vsfg.org/jobs-career/ on our VSF Germany website. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interviews. The deadline for submission of applications is 5th June 2024.

The organization

Founded in 1950, Doctors with Africa CUAMM was the first NGO focused on healthcare to be recognized by the Italian government. It is now one of the leading organization working to protect and improve the well-being and health of vulnerable communities in Sub-Saharan Africa.
The NGO promotes long-term health cooperation projects, intervening also in emergencies to ensure that services are available to all.
Doctors with Africa CUAMM is currently active in 8 Sub-Saharan countries: Angola, Ethiopia, Mozambique, Central African Republic, Sierra Leone, South Sudan, Tanzania, Uganda.
The NGO supports public and non-profit hospitals, local districts, schools of nursing and midwifery, university faculties of medicine.
CUAMM’s action focuses on health system strengthening and targets the weakest population groups, particularly women and children. Interventions include prevention, screening and treatment programmes; development or strengthening of referral systems at community level; training of health staff; management support and technical assistance to local health institutions; field research.
CUAMM's international and national staff work together on the front line to strengthen local health systems, in resource-limited contexts where the commitment and contribution of the individual can make a real difference.
Which is why we always need skilled and motivated people who are ready to join us to collaborate on our projects 'with Africa'.

Job position: Surgeon and technical advisor to the Medical Director
Location: South Sudan, Hospital of Yirol
Application deadline: May 31st, 2024*
Start date: July 2024
Duration: 12 months
Family duty station: NO
* The NGO reserves the right to close the application process once the position is filled.

Purpose of the role

The Surgeon will be responsible for the surgical and obstetric areas and will have a role of technical advisor to the hospital’s Medical Director.

Key duties

• Carry out clinical activities, with special reference to surgical and obstretic emergencies/urgencies
• Contribute to on-the-job training activities and formal training
• Collaborate with the Medical Director in the supervision and management of hospital staff
• Ensure equipment and drugs availability taking into account the funds need and availability
• Support the Medical Director in improving the information system quality, collaborating in hospital data collection and analysis
• Support in strengthening the referral system and the ambulance service
• Assist the Medical Director in organizing clinical services
• Collaborate in promoting access to and use of hospital services, in particular with regard to obstetric emergencies

Requirements

• Degree in Medicine and Surgery
• Specialization in Surgery, with experience in surgery and obstetrics
• Excellent knowledge of English
• Previous professional experience at hospital level in fragile/low-resources settings
• Previous experience in hospital management and coordination

TERMS OF CONTRACT

• Type of contract: collaboration contract
• Salary: TBD according to NGO salary grids and compensation policy (basic salary for the job position, with possible increase based on professional experience, country risk allowance, rural area hardship)
• Rest days: 2.5 days for each month of work, for contracts longer than 4 months
• Flight tickets: one return flight for the first collaboration for up to 12 months
• Health issues: the NGO provides health insurance and covers vaccination costs
• Visa and permits: the NGO bears the cost and paperwork for visa, professional registration, work and residence permits
• Accommodation: provided by the NGO, it is generally individual, depending on the logistical situation and the availability of accommodation in the workplace
• Other costs: the NGO covers costs related to housing utilities and internet; food and personal expenses are covered by the worker
• R&R: 1 week's rest for every 11 weeks of work, with allowance to cover costs

How to apply

https://doctorswithafrica.org/en/recruiting

Due to the high number of applications, please note that our recruiting team will contact only short-listed candidates.

The selection process is based on non-discrimination criteria and candidates are taken into consideration without distinction of ethnicity, gender, political orientation, religion, personal opinions, sexual orientation.
Doctors with Africa CUAMM does not tolerate any abuse, exploitation or violence against vulnerable children and adults, nor other behaviour that does not respect human dignity from its own staff, partner staff or other staff associated with the NGO.
All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to the mission and values of the organization, nondiscrimination policies and safeguarding principles.

The organization

Founded in 1950, Doctors with Africa CUAMM was the first NGO focused on healthcare to be recognized by the Italian government. It is now one of the leading organization working to protect and improve the well-being and health of vulnerable communities in Sub-Saharan Africa.
The NGO promotes long-term health cooperation projects, intervening also in emergencies to ensure that services are available to all.
Doctors with Africa CUAMM is currently active in 8 Sub-Saharan countries: Angola, Ethiopia, Mozambique, Central African Republic, Sierra Leone, South Sudan, Tanzania, Uganda.
The NGO supports public and non-profit hospitals, local districts, schools of nursing and midwifery, university faculties of medicine.
CUAMM’s action focuses on health system strengthening and targets the weakest population groups, particularly women and children. Interventions include prevention, screening and treatment programmes; development or strengthening of referral systems at community level; training of health staff; management support and technical assistance to local health institutions; field research.
CUAMM's international and national staff work together on the front line to strengthen local health systems, in resource-limited contexts where the commitment and contribution of the individual can make a real difference.
Which is why we always need skilled and motivated people who are ready to join us to collaborate on our projects 'with Africa'.

Job position: Pediatrician
Location: South Sudan, Rumbek Hospital
Application deadline: 31st May 2024
Start date: July 2024
Duration: 12 months
Family duty station: NO

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

The pediatrician will have a technical assistance role in improving the quality of pediatric services at Rumbek Hospital.

Key duties

• provide good quality clinical care
• ensure the smooth running of the pediatrics department
• supervise the collection and analysis of data
• collaborate in on the job and formal training activities
• drafting technical reports in the area of competence

REQUIREMENTS

• Degree in Medicine and Surgery
• Specialization in Paediatrics
• Good knowledge of English
• Proven experience in pediatrics in fragile/low-resources settings
• Adaptability to live and work in a rural context

TERMS OF CONTRACT

Type of contract: collaboration contract
Salary: TBD according to NGO salary grids and compensation policy (basic salary for the job position, with possible increase based on professional experience, risk allowance and rural hardship allowance)
Rest days: 2.5 days for each month of work, for contracts longer than 4 months
Flight ticket: one return flight for the first collaboration for up to 12 months
Health issues: the NGO provides health insurance and covers vaccination costs
Visa and permits: the NGO bears the cost and paperwork for visa
Accommodation: provided by the NGO, it is generally individual, depending on the logistical situation and the availability of accommodation in the workplace
Other costs: the NGO covers costs related to housing utilities and internet; food and personal expenses are covered by the worker
R&R: 1 week's rest for every 11 weeks of work, with allowance to cover costs

How to apply

https://doctorswithafrica.org/en/recruiting

Due to the high number of applications, please note that our recruiting team will contact only short-listed candidates.

The selection process is based on non-discrimination criteria and candidates are taken into consideration without distinction of ethnicity, gender, political orientation, religion, personal opinions, sexual orientation.
Doctors with Africa CUAMM does not tolerate any abuse, exploitation or violence against vulnerable children and adults, nor other behaviour that does not respect human dignity from its own staff, partner staff or other staff associated with the NGO.
All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to the mission and values of the organization, nondiscrimination policies and safeguarding principles.

Position: Human Resources Manager

Location: Juba, South Sudan

Duration: 12 monthss

Reports: Country Director

About RI:

Relief International is a leading nonprofit organization working in 20 countries to relieve poverty, ensure well-being and advance dignity. We specialize in fragile settings, responding to natural disasters, humanitarian crises and chronic poverty.

Relief International combines humanitarian and development approaches to provide immediate services while laying the groundwork for long-term impact. Our signature approach -which we call the RI Way- emphasizes local participation, integration of services, strategic partnerships, and a focus on civic skills. In this way, we empower communities to find, design and implement the solutions that work best for them.

General Position Summary:

The Human Resources Manager (HRM) will lead, develop and strengthen all HR functions in order to provide efficient and effective HR leadership and support to the RI South Sudan programme – with special focus on effective recruitment, staff development and training, remuneration, performance management, HR Policy and overall compliance, employee relations and staff care. He/She supports the efforts of the Country Director to recruit, manage, motivate, and develop agile and robust workforce to deliver country strategy. The HRM is an effective advisor and educator on HR matters, including issues of HR policy local and labor law. He/she helps to create an enabling and nurturing work environment that promotes Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, and employee engagement. S/he will also be tasked to develop the capacity of national HR staff through coaching and mentorship.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

HR Strategy

· Develop and implement the HR Country strategy and ensure alignment with the RI Country Strategy.

· In collaboration with the Country Director, lead the development of staffing and recruitment plan to ensure that each team is staffed appropriately, according to need and funding availability, in an efficient and timely manner.

· Lead the regular review of country office roll out of HR policies, employment policies and procedures in compliance to RI’s standards and evolving national labor law.

· Ensure the consistent implementation of HR and administration policies and procedures across the country program.

· Contribute to the successful execution of Iran RI’s strategy for support to the country office as a member of Country Support Office’s management team.

Recruitment

· Ensure staff hiring is conducted efficiently and in compliance with RI’s policies and national labor law. Ensure a transparent, timely, efficient and safe recruitment process.

· In consultation with finance and country management team determine salaries for selected candidates and prepare employment offer.

· Ensure pre-employment requirements are submitted and personnel file with documentation according to HR checklist is opened for new staff on a timely basis.

· Ensure that all staff have undergone all required orientation programme.

· Maintain and regularly update HR Directory with staff details.

· Ensures that country organogram and job ToR are based on efficient processes; all employee job profiles are aligned with business imperatives for success in the short-, medium- and long-term.

· Support deployment of HR recruitment portal to streamline application and selection process, regularly updating the application with relevant information and data, generate reports for country management team and hiring managers.

Compensation, benefits and performance evaluation

· Monitors industry salary and benefit levels and movements and recommend adjustments to ensure fair and equitable rewards package that is in line with the RI standards and principles.

· Assist in the periodic salary review and analysis, review and revision of new salary structure, as appropriate.

· Assist in advising on best practices on income tax, Nowruz bonus, retirement/severance benefits in accordance with the law in Iran applicable for private and nonprofit sector.

· Ensure the timely and efficient payroll preparation for accurate data on donor code, number of days, benefits.

· Ensure the proper and accurate tracking of leave.

· Review compensation and benefits package on regular interval in collaboration with country management team.

· Support deployment of HR payroll application and maintenance of the application, regularly update the application with relevant information and data, generate reports for country management team.

Employee Relations

· Help maintain a healthy and empowering office environment that encourages open, honest and productive communication.

· Ensure the timely processing of new contract, contract extension, staff transfer, promotions and other change of status.

· Manage processes related to disciplinary actions, staff separation, and termination.

· Respond to employee related queries and provide services to all HR related inquiries and requests.

· Conduct periodic office climate assessments and advise management as appropriate on appropriate solutions and achievement of high levels of employee morale, commitment and performance.

· Keep RI Iran Employee Manual updated and constantly communicate it, along with other HR policies to staff.

· Make sure that employees’ files are auditable at all times as per RI standards and any relevant donors’ requirements.

· Ensure compliance to RI policies, procedures, systems and donor regulations as well as ensuring correctness of necessary documentation such as timesheets, leave forms, payrolls and exit interviews.

Performance Management

· Monitor the evaluation processes at all stages and ensure that staff and supervisors complete the review process in a timely manner.

· Provide guidance to supervisors as they complete evaluations, help supervisors find effective coaching methods that work for specific issues including identifying areas of poor performance and assisting supervisors to establish plans for improving performance (PIPS), be present during review meetings when necessary.

· Provide ongoing support to staff including responding to various inquiries raised by different employees, clarifying the appraisal process and forms, methodology etc.

Training

· Coordinate with RI’s Director of Training and Development to implement capacity-building initiatives and motivate staff to participate.

· Develop professional development plan for South Sudan staff utilizing various free and paid-for options, based on best practices in International non-governmental organizations.

· Provide training, support and advice to local HR staff.

· Track competency levels against requirements, works with line managers to determine gaps and ensure adequate and effective training and personnel development programs are in place to provide staff with the competencies (skills, knowledge and personal attributes) required for success in their current and future planned roles.

Leadership, Team Management and Coordination

· Create and sustain a work environment of mutual respect where team members strive to achieve excellence.

· Supervise, hire and orient new team members as necessary. Promote accountability, communicate expectations and provide constructive feedback via regular performance reviews.

· Provide team members with information, tools and other resources to improve performance and reach objectives.

· Contribute to country team-building efforts, help team members identify problem-solving options and ensure the integration of all team members into relevant decision-making processes.

· Liaise with peer agency HR staff as well as other RI country HR teams to share knowledge and practices that add value to the HR function and ways to strengthen team management processes.

· Promotes and shapes organisational culture by encouraging participation and contribution across the various facets of the organisation.

· Supports the change processes, providing insight and vision on how to enable change and create process improvements.

· Performs other duties as may be delegated by the CD from time to time.

Safeguarding and Security

· Ensure compliance with security procedures and policies as determined by country leadership.

· Proactively ensure that team members operate in a secure environment and are aware of policies.

· Uphold and promote RI’s commitment to ensuring the safeguarding and safety of the vulnerable communities we serve.

· Consistent with RI’s safeguarding and protection policies, ensure all people who come into contact with Relief International are as safe as possible.

· Provide direct supervision to the Safeguarding Coordinator and collaborate with RHRM and GS-IMT to support safeguarding investigations and risk mitigation.

Accountability

· Relief International team members are expected to support all efforts toward accountability, specifically to our program participants and to international standards guiding international relief and development work, while actively engaging program participants as equal partners in the design, monitoring and evaluation of our field projects.

· Team members are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner and respect local laws, customs and Relief International policies, procedures, and values at all times and in all in-country venues.

Equity and Diversity Commitment

· Demonstrate sensitivity and understanding of systemic diversity and cultural differences.

· Ensure that gender equity is addressed in our staffing and programming.

· Perform other functions that maybe assigned from time to time.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

This position demands a dynamic individual with a demonstrated ability to achieve results in a demanding and fast paced environment.

· Bachelor’s and Master’s degree level from a recognized and reputed universities, preferably with major in HR and professional qualification/training in HR.

· At least 5 years progressive fulltime employment in a similar position preferably in nonprofit sector with at least 2 years in an HR supervisory/management position.

· Proven experience of providing leadership on all HR issues at the same time balancing the strategic role with the need to deliver effective day-to-day HR administration services.

· Critical focus on providing a superior service level to managers and colleagues and delivering agreed results within time and budget constraints and to expected standards.

· Strong experience of developing and implementing HR policies, procedures and systems.

· Direct experience of organizing large scale recruitment.

· Ability to prioritize and deal with competing demands.

· Previous experience of staff supervision and capacity building.

· Well-developed conceptual, critical, and analytical thinking with the ability to convey complex information in a straightforward way and influencing this to a wider audience.

· Fluent spoken and written English.

· Excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills.

· A team builder with excellent people skills; culturally sensitive and has the ability and interest to identify and work with a multicultural team.

RI Values:

We uphold the Humanitarian Principles: humanity, neutrality, impartiality, and operational independence. We affirmatively engage the most vulnerable communities. We value:

ü Inclusiveness

ü Transparency and Accountability

ü Agility and Innovation

ü Collaboration

ü Sustainability

RI’s talent acquisition procedures reflect our commitment to safeguarding the rights and dignity of all people - especially children and vulnerable adults - to live free from abuse and harm.

RI is an Equal Opportunity Employer - EOE/M/F/D/V.

How to apply

please apply via following link:

https://phg.tbe.taleo.net/phg01/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=RI&cws=4&rid=2126

Project: Mitigating violence, increasing the safety and security of civilians, and strengthening the resilience of populations affected by conflict and environmental shocks

External Consultant: Final End-line Project Evaluation – Statement of Work

1. BACKGROUND

Nonviolent Peaceforce (NP), an International NGO founded in 2002, recruits, trains and deploys unarmed civilians to reduce violence and protect vulnerable populations in conflict-affected areas. Unarmed civilian protection (UCP) is NP’s global core methodology. UCP refers to the engagement of unarmed civilians working to reduce the cycle of violence and increase the safety and security of civilians impacted by violent conflict. UCP prioritized direct physical protection against immediate threats of violence, even as we work to interrupt systemic violence. The success of UCP methodology is based on relationship building, acceptance, and trust by the community that utilizes a mix of strategies to prevent violence, enhance the safety and security of civilians, build and strengthen local peace infrastructure, and create an enabling environment for communities to devise and implement locally led peace and protection strategies. UCP is guided by principles of nonviolence, non-partisanship, primacy of local actors, and civilian-to-civilian action.

NP has been operating in South Sudan since 2010 with 11 static field operational sites in six states and one administrative area. These include Upper Nile, Jonglei, Greater Pibor Administrative Area, Central Equatoria, Western Equatoria, Unity State, and Warrap State. NP’s programming in South Sudan includes peace-building, social cohesion, protection, gender-based violence prevention and response, child protection, youth engagement, and reconciliation with a particular emphasis on the prevention of violence.

In line with this and with funding from the USAID’s Bureau for Humanitarian Affairs (BHA), NP South Sudan has been implementing a two-year project since July 2022, titled “Mitigating violence, increasing the safety and security of civilians and strengthening the resilience of populations affected by conflict and environmental shocks”. This is being implemented in Yei County in Central Equatoria State, Rubkona County in Unity State, Lankien in Nyirol County, Jonglei State, Pibor County in Greater Pibor Administrative Area, Tonj South County in Warrap State, Ganyliel Payam in Panyjiar County, Unity State as well as Leer County in Unity State. The project's overall goal is to mitigate violence, increase the safety and security of civilians, and strengthen the resilience of populations affected by conflict and environmental shocks in South Sudan.

To achieve this goal, NP directly implements the project activities utilizing a participatory model that seeks to further build on local protection capacities, social cohesion, and resilience as well as prevent and respond to pertinent protection concerns of conflict-affected communities in South Sudan. All project activities are designed to best respond to the immediate security needs of beneficiaries and support the resilience, adaptive capacity, and recovery of communities from violent conflict, insecurity, and environment shocks. The project’s three programming components are centred upon:

1. Child protection
2. GBV prevention and response
3. Protection coordination, advocacy, and information.

2. PURPOSE OF THE ENDLINE EVALUATION.

As part of the monitoring and evaluation function in ensuring effective oversight of the project within the project management cycle, the purpose of this end-line evaluation is to assess the overall performance of the project against the planned project objectives, and key performance indicators as well as assess the impact of the overall project to the intended beneficiaries. The scope of the end-line evaluation will cover the entire project period of 1 August 2022 to 31 July 2024. It will specifically assess and inform project stakeholders i.e donors, project managers/staff, relevant government departments and the targeted community at large about the project achievements, challenges, and lessons learned as well as provide recommendations to inform future programming.

Specific Objectives include:

• To assess the extent to which the project achieved its objectives as specified in the project proposal
• To assess the extent to which the project outcomes and outputs have been achieved considering the indicators given in the project document.
• To evaluate the level of contribution of the outputs towards the achievement of the expected project objectives, outcomes, goals and impact.
• To assess the relevance, effectiveness, and efficiency of interventions as well as the sustainability of the results and the degree of satisfaction of the beneficiaries.
• To identify major external factors that influenced or impacted the implementation of the project and evaluate their implication on future interventions.
• To evaluate the appropriateness of the strategies and approaches used in implementation of the project.
• Assess the wider impact and sustainability of project results and satisfaction of the project participants in line with the key project deliverables and impact.
• To identify and document best practices, and lessons learned from the project and make recommendations for future strategies.

3. EVALUATION QUESTIONS

In line with the purpose and scope specified, evaluation question topics and sub-questions will be finalized during the preparation of the inception report. Without direct limitation on questions for inclusion, some suggested key questions include the following:

• To what extent and how has the intervention led to mitigating violence, increasing the safety and security of civilians and strengthening the resilience of populations affected by conflict and environmental shocks?
• To what extent and how has the project achieved its objectives and particularly in line with child protection; GBV prevention and response as well as protection coordination, advocacy and information?
• To what extent and how has the project achieved its key outputs, outcomes and performance indicators as specified in the project documentation?
• To what extent and how has the project achieved its impact specifically about mitigating violence, increasing the safety and security of civilians and strengthening the resilience of populations affected by conflict in South Sudan?
• To what extent and how has the project been relevant, effective, and efficient in ensuring the primary goal of mitigating violence, increasing the safety and security of civilians and strengthening the resilience of populations affected by conflict in South Sudan?
• To what extent and how has the project delivery and achievement of results ensured sustainability and satisfaction among the project participants?
• To what extent and how did external factors influence or impact the implementation of the “Mitigating violence, increasing the safety and security of civilians and strengthening the resilience of populations affected by conflict and environmental shocks” project?
• What best practices, lessons learned, and recommendations can be identified to inform future programming and strategy for the donor and other major stakeholders?

4. DESIGN AND METHODS

A cross-sectional study will be conducted across the project implementation areas i.e. Jonglei (Lankien and Pibor Counties), Unity (Panyijiar County and greater Southern Unity- Leer), Bentiu Town (Rubkona County) and Central Equatoria (Yei County), Warrap State (Tonj). The individual consultant is expected to conduct a participatory assessment providing for meaningful involvement by project partners, beneficiaries and other interested parties. Primary and secondary data is expected to be gathered using a mixed method to evaluate programme implementation. Thus, the assessment will involve collecting the following data:

• Quantitative data: It will be used to measure indicators of the project expressed in terms of numbers/percentages (quantitative indicators). Information will be collected using a questionnaire survey which will be administered to a sample of households. The consultant is expected to determine the sampling technique and size which would be representative, and adequate to detect the changes observed and do basic descriptive statistics.
• Qualitative data: Qualitative information will be collected through Focus Group Discussions (FGDs), Key Informant Interviews (KIIs) and In-depth Interviews (IDIs) with key stakeholders including community participants, community leaders, community/traditional leaders, local government offices, civil society organisations, donors, local humanitarian partners, project staff and others to complement the information collected through quantitative approaches.
• Secondary documentation: A review of relevant project documents and reports among other relevant documents will also be important to establish key insights relevant to the effective implementation of the project.

5. ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE CONSULTANT

The consultant will be expected to:

• Design methodology for the collection of quantitative and qualitative data for the final end-line evaluation.
• Develop and finalise evaluation questions and create the tools necessary to answer the final evaluation questions.
• Develop a detailed field implementation and enumerators training guide for the final evaluation.
• Organize and facilitate training workshops for data collectors (NP will hire the data collectors) and pilot testing of the tool.
• Plan and coordinate the necessary logistics to collect the data in aaccordance with the selected methodology.
• Conduct the final evaluation at the project locations to measure key indicators as defined in the project logical framework and also set benchmarks.
• Develop the data entry template and ensure data entry clerks are trained adequately.
• Collect and analyse available secondary data to augment the final evaluation findings.
• Based upon a reading of the programme documents, propose any additional topics or issues for analysis in the final evaluation.
• Analyse and interpret data to develop a comprehensive final evaluation report.
• Conduct a comparative analysis of the final evaluation data with baseline findings of the current project.
• Share key preliminary findings and insights from the final evaluation with relevant staff through consultations.

6. EXPECTED DELIVERABLES

• Submit an inception report/proposal which responds to the scope of work by adding any further detail or clarification regarding the study approach, method, or implementation arrangements
• Fieldwork implementation plan (to be submitted before fieldwork begins). This field work plan should be presented to NP for comment and revised as necessary prior to commencing fieldwork.
• Final evaluation questionnaires and qualitative data collection guides.
• Cleaned data sets in CSV and Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) format, with data correctly organized, and variables named and labelled.
• Cleaned qualitative data collection transcripts.
• High quality validation of the information collected through a validation workshop of the findings.
• A comprehensive final evaluation report that meets agreed formats.

7. TIMEFRAME

The task is anticipated to last between 6 to 8 weeks maximum weeks including submission of the final end line evaluation report. The consultant will be expected to start working on 15 July 2024 and complete all responsibilities outlined in the Scope of Work and submit the final end-line evaluation report by 15 September 2024.

Note: - The timing may be changed due to international and domestic travel restrictions or other requirements.

8. RESOURCES

NP will facilitate all visa requirements, transport to South Sudan and all field sites. In addition, NP will provide accommodation and communications equipment while in the country. NP will not provide personal computers and the consultant must use his/her own computer. All necessary logistical arrangements for the assessment will be coordinated through the NP logistics department. The chosen individual consultant will coordinate with the Research Monitoring and Evaluation team, Program Development Personnel, Program Manager and field staff in the planning and implementation of the data collection.

9. SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

Education:

• Master’s degree in International and Political Affairs, Law, Development Studies, Social Sciences, or a related field.

Required Experience and Skills

• At least 5-7 years of experience in the design and implementation of evaluations, assessments, or baseline surveys including qualitative and quantitative data collection.
• Previous work experience in the area of humanitarian work specifically the protection of civilians, knowledge of and understanding of the South Sudan operating context will be an added advantage.
• Excellent knowledge and understanding of research methodologies and processes.
• Experience in the development of Monitoring and Evaluation frameworks and log-frames.
• Experience in gathering and systematizing large amounts of data.
• Experience managing a diverse team and providing capacity-building and training support.
• Experience developing protection projects in conflict-affected and/or emergency settings.
• Proven ability to manage highly confidential and sensitive information through a protection lens.
• Experience managing projects in complex, dynamic and volatile environments, where security and political situation is very fluid.

10. SUBMISSION OF PROPOSAL

The proposal shall include technical and financial sections. The financial section needs to describe only the consultant’s professional fee. Other expenses like visa, transport, accommodation and small per diem while in country will be handled by NP.

The technical proposal should include:

• Consultant profile including past achievements
• Introduction: A brief overview of the assignment as understood by the bidder
• Detail methodology and approach including work plan (i.e. research techniques to be used, sampling, field operation plan, quality assurance and time frame).
• Current CV of the consultant.
• Detail itemized work plan.
• Detailed itemized budget and price justification by unit cost per activity being proposed under the financial proposal.
• Three references from organizations that prove the consultant's capacity to carry out a final evaluation.
• Annexes: Any documents, which the consultant feels will assist the proposal review team in evaluating the proposal

How to apply

Prospective individual consultants should submit a written proposal and the other items listed above though our websiteby midnight Central African Time on June 2, 2024.

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

SPECIAL NOTICE

Nonviolent Peaceforce is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.

Nonviolent Peaceforce acknowledges the duty of care to safeguard and promote the welfare of employees, contractors, volunteers, interns, communities we work with, and other stakeholders and is committed to ensuring safeguarding practice reflects statutory responsibilities and government guidance and complies with best practices in the Humanitarian and Development sector.NP expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment through our code of conduct. We prioritize ensuring that only those who share and demonstrate our values are recruited to work for us.

The post holder will undertake the appropriate level of training and is responsible for ensuring that they understand and work within the safeguarding policies of the organization.

All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records and terrorism finance checks. NP also participates in the InterAgency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this Scheme, we will request information from job applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.

NO FEE

We never ask for payment as part of our selection process, and we always contact candidates via our corporate accounts and platforms. If you are approached for payment, this is likely to be fraudulent. Please check whether the role you are interested in is posted here on our website.

Head of Support Services, South Sudan

Fixed term contract until December 2025 - with possibility for extension

The starting salary package for this position is £66,932 GBP / approx. $83,900 USD including all allowances

About MAG:

MAG (Mines Advisory Group) is an international humanitarian organisation based in Manchester, UK, and working in 32 countries. We remove landmines and unexploded ordnance to release safe and productive land for communities, and work to reduce the threat of armed violence by supporting governments to safely manage weapons and ammunition. In 1997, MAG was a co-recipient of the Nobel Peace Prize for our work campaigning for the Anti-Personnel Mine Ban Convention.

About the role:

This is an exciting opportunity to use your project and people management skills to lead a team of senior staff across key support functions. As a member of the Senior Management Team (SMT), you will provide strategic and operational leadership to ensure the efficient and effective management of all support services for MAG’s activities in South Sudan including Finance, Logistics, Human Resources, IT, Facilities Management and Administration. You will be key in overseeing that all programme support service systems are robust and working to enhance efficiency and minimise risk, whilst ensuring the programme’s operation is compliant with donor requirements and with MAG’s internal policies and procedures.

About you:

You will have international senior management experience, preferably with a humanitarian agency, having managed projects, HR, Finance and Logistics functions, in complex, high volume operations. You will need experience of developing and implementing management systems in these areas, and demonstrate the ability to develop new business proposals and budgets in competitive environments. You will have excellent people management experience, with proven ability to lead, and be a dynamic, motivated, flexible self-starter, able to hit the ground running. The Head of Support Services will be sensitive to cultural differences, able to work in a wide variety of cultural contexts and have the willingness and ability to work both at strategic and operational levels, with hand-on approach when required. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced support services professional to take the next step in their career and grow their strategic and operational skills in a senior, varied and autonomous role.

About the South Sudan programme:

South Sudan is one of the youngest, poorest and least developed countries world-wide. The 2013 outbreak of hostilities has led to thousands of people being killed or wounded, and hundreds of thousands of people being displaced by the violence. MAG has been working in South Sudan since 2004, to clear landmines/unexploded ordnance and deliver mine risk education to at-risk populations.

How to apply

Further information and how to apply:

For the further information on the role, the application pack and details of how to apply, please visit the MAG website at www.maginternational.org/vacancies-at-MAG by the closing date of 27thMay 2024.

MAG will support the successful applicant with any visa or work permit required, including application, administration and costs, however applicants will need to be able to obtain these within a reasonable time period to be considered for the role, due to programme needs.

Please note that as part of MAG's commitment to safeguarding, this post is subject to background checks before an offer of employment is confirmed. For more information on MAG’s approach to safeguarding here and background checks here. You can also find more information in the candidate information pack, available on our website.

MAG is committed to the principles of diversity, equality and inclusion. If you think you would be suited to one of our roles we would welcome your application regardless of your background. We strive to provide an inclusive and supportive working environment where all employees feel respected and supported in fulfilling their potential.

Background

VSF Germany is a non-profit organization whose work is driven by a strong commitment towards the health and well-being of humans, animals and the environment that surrounds them, supporting efforts aimed at saving lives and ending suffering in Eastern Africa – a work that transcends international borders and sector boundaries to achieve the One Health Agenda in a global setting. We are concerned with supporting livestock farmers in six African countries. Providing vaccinations and care for herds and helping families to improve their livestock farming, including South Sudan. VSF provide information and increase awareness about sustainable food production and consumption. VSF Germany supported pastoral livelihoods in South Sudan since 1998 working with communities in Upper Nile, Jonglei, Warrap, Eastern Equatoria, Western Bar el Ghazal and Lakes States through times of emergency and recovery to sustain, protect and restore livelihoods by direct provision; and capacity building for improved production and productivity, diversified production as well as local peace mechanisms and governance.

VSF-Germany in partnership with VSF Suisse with funding from U.S. Agency for International Development’s Office of Bureau for Humanitarian Assistance (USAID/BHA) implemented a one-year program entitled “Conflict and Climatic Emergency Livestock Response Program Phase III (CCLERP III) in Greater Upper Nile States”. This program covers 10 Counties in Jonglei, 2 counties in Upper Nile and 9 Counties in Unity states plus the Jonglei migrating cattle from Equatoria to Jonglei. The program objective is to to improve and sustain access to animal source foods and related income for climatic and crisis affected individuals at risk of malnutrition particularly children and women. The program is targeting people in Greater Upper Nile, comprised of internally displaced persons (IDPs), host and returnee groups with support to local institutions and mechanisms for delivery of animal health and public health services while mainstreaming conflict sensitivity, protection and Do No Harm approaches.

VSF Germany and its partner intends to evaluate the performance of the Conflict and Climatic Emergency Livestock Response Program phase III (CCLERP III) and are seeking the services of qualified and experienced project evaluators.

Purpose

The purpose of this end term evaluation is to examine the program performance against the planed indicators and results, and specifically:

1. To determine the appropriateness, relevance, efficiency and effectiveness of the veterinary program;
2. To assess the quality and comprehensiveness of the program design and implementation;
3. To document program lessons learned, successes, good practices that could be expanded, success stories, case studies and perceived and real as well as unmet needs;
4. In particular, on Conflict mitigation activities, document lessons learned, successes and good practices that could be expanded
5. Generate baseline data and information for subsequent interventions.

Scope

Provisionally, the evaluation will cover 8 payams (2 per county) in four randomly selected counties (one from each state and one additional from any one of the state depending on the existing situation) where feasible. It will be conducted in the project areas and will include both beneficiaries and non-beneficiaries. Key evaluation questions will be formulated using the project objectives and indicators, and project quality parameters.

Methodology

The final evaluation design will include participatory evaluation methods and employ a mixed approach with both qualitative and quantitative methods. The consultants will be required to submit a detailed draft evaluation design and methodology which will be reviewed and finalized with the effort of the program personnel.

Outputs

1. A detailed study design, including methodology, work plan and timeframe;
2. Inception report;
3. A draft report incorporating feedback from the debriefing sessions;
4. A final report incorporating feedback on the draft report (one bound hard copy & electronic copy).

Timeframe

This end term evaluation is expected to be completed in 30 working days including inception report, desk review, field assessment and report writing. The first draft report will be expected within 10 days after the field exercise is completed. A final version should be submitted within five days of receiving feedback on first draft.

Management

1. The consultancy will be guided, managed and technically advised by the Country Program Manager of VSF Germany;
2. The consultancy is technically and administratively fully accountable to VSF Germany;
3. Specific areas for the study will be selected in consultation with VSF’s field staff;
4. Field travel arrangements and immediate supervision will be carried out by VSF Germany & VSF Suisse in their respective areas of operation.

Qualifications

This should be a two-person evaluation team to consist of a team leader who will be a veterinarian and a support researcher who will preferably be an anthropologist or social scientist. Prospective evaluation teams are encouraged to include a mix of gender.

The team should collectively demonstrate the following set of qualities:

1. Five (5) years or more of Experience in carrying out major humanitarian evaluations for a major donor, international NGO, or international organization, preferably USAID/BHA.
2. General familiarity with the political and humanitarian context in South Sudan, particularly over the past 3 years.
3. Experience in developing or applying protection measures;
4. Extensive practical experience in implementing activities aimed at pastoral livelihoods;
5. National consultants are encouraged to apply.

How to apply

Interested candidates should submit their Technical and Financial proposals together with the consultants’ curriculum vitae (s) and company profile. The financial proposal should comprise of comprehensive professional fees; VSF Germany will cover travel and accommodation.

Proposals should be sent to the following Email addresses: recruitment@vsfg.org copied to juba@vsfg.org strictly indicating on the subject line “CCLERP III FINAL EVAL 2024”. Please find the complete terms of reference and how to apply from the link: https://www.vsfg.org/jobs-career/ on our VSF Germany website. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interviews. The deadline for submission of applications is 5th June 2024.

The organization

Founded in 1950, Doctors with Africa CUAMM was the first NGO focused on healthcare to be recognized by the Italian government. It is now one of the leading organization working to protect and improve the well-being and health of vulnerable communities in Sub-Saharan Africa.
The NGO promotes long-term health cooperation projects, intervening also in emergencies to ensure that services are available to all.
Doctors with Africa CUAMM is currently active in 8 Sub-Saharan countries: Angola, Ethiopia, Mozambique, Central African Republic, Sierra Leone, South Sudan, Tanzania, Uganda.
The NGO supports public and non-profit hospitals, local districts, schools of nursing and midwifery, university faculties of medicine.
CUAMM’s action focuses on health system strengthening and targets the weakest population groups, particularly women and children. Interventions include prevention, screening and treatment programmes; development or strengthening of referral systems at community level; training of health staff; management support and technical assistance to local health institutions; field research.
CUAMM's international and national staff work together on the front line to strengthen local health systems, in resource-limited contexts where the commitment and contribution of the individual can make a real difference.
Which is why we always need skilled and motivated people who are ready to join us to collaborate on our projects 'with Africa'.

Job position: Surgeon and technical advisor to the Medical Director
Location: South Sudan, Hospital of Yirol
Application deadline: May 31st, 2024*
Start date: July 2024
Duration: 12 months
Family duty station: NO
* The NGO reserves the right to close the application process once the position is filled.

Purpose of the role

The Surgeon will be responsible for the surgical and obstetric areas and will have a role of technical advisor to the hospital’s Medical Director.

Key duties

• Carry out clinical activities, with special reference to surgical and obstretic emergencies/urgencies
• Contribute to on-the-job training activities and formal training
• Collaborate with the Medical Director in the supervision and management of hospital staff
• Ensure equipment and drugs availability taking into account the funds need and availability
• Support the Medical Director in improving the information system quality, collaborating in hospital data collection and analysis
• Support in strengthening the referral system and the ambulance service
• Assist the Medical Director in organizing clinical services
• Collaborate in promoting access to and use of hospital services, in particular with regard to obstetric emergencies

Requirements

• Degree in Medicine and Surgery
• Specialization in Surgery, with experience in surgery and obstetrics
• Excellent knowledge of English
• Previous professional experience at hospital level in fragile/low-resources settings
• Previous experience in hospital management and coordination

TERMS OF CONTRACT

• Type of contract: collaboration contract
• Salary: TBD according to NGO salary grids and compensation policy (basic salary for the job position, with possible increase based on professional experience, country risk allowance, rural area hardship)
• Rest days: 2.5 days for each month of work, for contracts longer than 4 months
• Flight tickets: one return flight for the first collaboration for up to 12 months
• Health issues: the NGO provides health insurance and covers vaccination costs
• Visa and permits: the NGO bears the cost and paperwork for visa, professional registration, work and residence permits
• Accommodation: provided by the NGO, it is generally individual, depending on the logistical situation and the availability of accommodation in the workplace
• Other costs: the NGO covers costs related to housing utilities and internet; food and personal expenses are covered by the worker
• R&R: 1 week's rest for every 11 weeks of work, with allowance to cover costs

How to apply

https://doctorswithafrica.org/en/recruiting

Due to the high number of applications, please note that our recruiting team will contact only short-listed candidates.

The selection process is based on non-discrimination criteria and candidates are taken into consideration without distinction of ethnicity, gender, political orientation, religion, personal opinions, sexual orientation.
Doctors with Africa CUAMM does not tolerate any abuse, exploitation or violence against vulnerable children and adults, nor other behaviour that does not respect human dignity from its own staff, partner staff or other staff associated with the NGO.
All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to the mission and values of the organization, nondiscrimination policies and safeguarding principles.

The organization

Founded in 1950, Doctors with Africa CUAMM was the first NGO focused on healthcare to be recognized by the Italian government. It is now one of the leading organization working to protect and improve the well-being and health of vulnerable communities in Sub-Saharan Africa.
The NGO promotes long-term health cooperation projects, intervening also in emergencies to ensure that services are available to all.
Doctors with Africa CUAMM is currently active in 8 Sub-Saharan countries: Angola, Ethiopia, Mozambique, Central African Republic, Sierra Leone, South Sudan, Tanzania, Uganda.
The NGO supports public and non-profit hospitals, local districts, schools of nursing and midwifery, university faculties of medicine.
CUAMM’s action focuses on health system strengthening and targets the weakest population groups, particularly women and children. Interventions include prevention, screening and treatment programmes; development or strengthening of referral systems at community level; training of health staff; management support and technical assistance to local health institutions; field research.
CUAMM's international and national staff work together on the front line to strengthen local health systems, in resource-limited contexts where the commitment and contribution of the individual can make a real difference.
Which is why we always need skilled and motivated people who are ready to join us to collaborate on our projects 'with Africa'.

Job position: Pediatrician
Location: South Sudan, Rumbek Hospital
Application deadline: 31st May 2024
Start date: July 2024
Duration: 12 months
Family duty station: NO

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

The pediatrician will have a technical assistance role in improving the quality of pediatric services at Rumbek Hospital.

Key duties

• provide good quality clinical care
• ensure the smooth running of the pediatrics department
• supervise the collection and analysis of data
• collaborate in on the job and formal training activities
• drafting technical reports in the area of competence

REQUIREMENTS

• Degree in Medicine and Surgery
• Specialization in Paediatrics
• Good knowledge of English
• Proven experience in pediatrics in fragile/low-resources settings
• Adaptability to live and work in a rural context

TERMS OF CONTRACT

Type of contract: collaboration contract
Salary: TBD according to NGO salary grids and compensation policy (basic salary for the job position, with possible increase based on professional experience, risk allowance and rural hardship allowance)
Rest days: 2.5 days for each month of work, for contracts longer than 4 months
Flight ticket: one return flight for the first collaboration for up to 12 months
Health issues: the NGO provides health insurance and covers vaccination costs
Visa and permits: the NGO bears the cost and paperwork for visa
Accommodation: provided by the NGO, it is generally individual, depending on the logistical situation and the availability of accommodation in the workplace
Other costs: the NGO covers costs related to housing utilities and internet; food and personal expenses are covered by the worker
R&R: 1 week's rest for every 11 weeks of work, with allowance to cover costs

How to apply

https://doctorswithafrica.org/en/recruiting

Due to the high number of applications, please note that our recruiting team will contact only short-listed candidates.

The selection process is based on non-discrimination criteria and candidates are taken into consideration without distinction of ethnicity, gender, political orientation, religion, personal opinions, sexual orientation.
Doctors with Africa CUAMM does not tolerate any abuse, exploitation or violence against vulnerable children and adults, nor other behaviour that does not respect human dignity from its own staff, partner staff or other staff associated with the NGO.
All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to the mission and values of the organization, nondiscrimination policies and safeguarding principles.

Position: Human Resources Manager

Location: Juba, South Sudan

Duration: 12 monthss

Reports: Country Director

About RI:

Relief International is a leading nonprofit organization working in 20 countries to relieve poverty, ensure well-being and advance dignity. We specialize in fragile settings, responding to natural disasters, humanitarian crises and chronic poverty.

Relief International combines humanitarian and development approaches to provide immediate services while laying the groundwork for long-term impact. Our signature approach -which we call the RI Way- emphasizes local participation, integration of services, strategic partnerships, and a focus on civic skills. In this way, we empower communities to find, design and implement the solutions that work best for them.

General Position Summary:

The Human Resources Manager (HRM) will lead, develop and strengthen all HR functions in order to provide efficient and effective HR leadership and support to the RI South Sudan programme – with special focus on effective recruitment, staff development and training, remuneration, performance management, HR Policy and overall compliance, employee relations and staff care. He/She supports the efforts of the Country Director to recruit, manage, motivate, and develop agile and robust workforce to deliver country strategy. The HRM is an effective advisor and educator on HR matters, including issues of HR policy local and labor law. He/she helps to create an enabling and nurturing work environment that promotes Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, and employee engagement. S/he will also be tasked to develop the capacity of national HR staff through coaching and mentorship.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

HR Strategy

· Develop and implement the HR Country strategy and ensure alignment with the RI Country Strategy.

· In collaboration with the Country Director, lead the development of staffing and recruitment plan to ensure that each team is staffed appropriately, according to need and funding availability, in an efficient and timely manner.

· Lead the regular review of country office roll out of HR policies, employment policies and procedures in compliance to RI’s standards and evolving national labor law.

· Ensure the consistent implementation of HR and administration policies and procedures across the country program.

· Contribute to the successful execution of Iran RI’s strategy for support to the country office as a member of Country Support Office’s management team.

Recruitment

· Ensure staff hiring is conducted efficiently and in compliance with RI’s policies and national labor law. Ensure a transparent, timely, efficient and safe recruitment process.

· In consultation with finance and country management team determine salaries for selected candidates and prepare employment offer.

· Ensure pre-employment requirements are submitted and personnel file with documentation according to HR checklist is opened for new staff on a timely basis.

· Ensure that all staff have undergone all required orientation programme.

· Maintain and regularly update HR Directory with staff details.

· Ensures that country organogram and job ToR are based on efficient processes; all employee job profiles are aligned with business imperatives for success in the short-, medium- and long-term.

· Support deployment of HR recruitment portal to streamline application and selection process, regularly updating the application with relevant information and data, generate reports for country management team and hiring managers.

Compensation, benefits and performance evaluation

· Monitors industry salary and benefit levels and movements and recommend adjustments to ensure fair and equitable rewards package that is in line with the RI standards and principles.

· Assist in the periodic salary review and analysis, review and revision of new salary structure, as appropriate.

· Assist in advising on best practices on income tax, Nowruz bonus, retirement/severance benefits in accordance with the law in Iran applicable for private and nonprofit sector.

· Ensure the timely and efficient payroll preparation for accurate data on donor code, number of days, benefits.

· Ensure the proper and accurate tracking of leave.

· Review compensation and benefits package on regular interval in collaboration with country management team.

· Support deployment of HR payroll application and maintenance of the application, regularly update the application with relevant information and data, generate reports for country management team.

Employee Relations

· Help maintain a healthy and empowering office environment that encourages open, honest and productive communication.

· Ensure the timely processing of new contract, contract extension, staff transfer, promotions and other change of status.

· Manage processes related to disciplinary actions, staff separation, and termination.

· Respond to employee related queries and provide services to all HR related inquiries and requests.

· Conduct periodic office climate assessments and advise management as appropriate on appropriate solutions and achievement of high levels of employee morale, commitment and performance.

· Keep RI Iran Employee Manual updated and constantly communicate it, along with other HR policies to staff.

· Make sure that employees’ files are auditable at all times as per RI standards and any relevant donors’ requirements.

· Ensure compliance to RI policies, procedures, systems and donor regulations as well as ensuring correctness of necessary documentation such as timesheets, leave forms, payrolls and exit interviews.

Performance Management

· Monitor the evaluation processes at all stages and ensure that staff and supervisors complete the review process in a timely manner.

· Provide guidance to supervisors as they complete evaluations, help supervisors find effective coaching methods that work for specific issues including identifying areas of poor performance and assisting supervisors to establish plans for improving performance (PIPS), be present during review meetings when necessary.

· Provide ongoing support to staff including responding to various inquiries raised by different employees, clarifying the appraisal process and forms, methodology etc.

Training

· Coordinate with RI’s Director of Training and Development to implement capacity-building initiatives and motivate staff to participate.

· Develop professional development plan for South Sudan staff utilizing various free and paid-for options, based on best practices in International non-governmental organizations.

· Provide training, support and advice to local HR staff.

· Track competency levels against requirements, works with line managers to determine gaps and ensure adequate and effective training and personnel development programs are in place to provide staff with the competencies (skills, knowledge and personal attributes) required for success in their current and future planned roles.

Leadership, Team Management and Coordination

· Create and sustain a work environment of mutual respect where team members strive to achieve excellence.

· Supervise, hire and orient new team members as necessary. Promote accountability, communicate expectations and provide constructive feedback via regular performance reviews.

· Provide team members with information, tools and other resources to improve performance and reach objectives.

· Contribute to country team-building efforts, help team members identify problem-solving options and ensure the integration of all team members into relevant decision-making processes.

· Liaise with peer agency HR staff as well as other RI country HR teams to share knowledge and practices that add value to the HR function and ways to strengthen team management processes.

· Promotes and shapes organisational culture by encouraging participation and contribution across the various facets of the organisation.

· Supports the change processes, providing insight and vision on how to enable change and create process improvements.

· Performs other duties as may be delegated by the CD from time to time.

Safeguarding and Security

· Ensure compliance with security procedures and policies as determined by country leadership.

· Proactively ensure that team members operate in a secure environment and are aware of policies.

· Uphold and promote RI’s commitment to ensuring the safeguarding and safety of the vulnerable communities we serve.

· Consistent with RI’s safeguarding and protection policies, ensure all people who come into contact with Relief International are as safe as possible.

· Provide direct supervision to the Safeguarding Coordinator and collaborate with RHRM and GS-IMT to support safeguarding investigations and risk mitigation.

Accountability

· Relief International team members are expected to support all efforts toward accountability, specifically to our program participants and to international standards guiding international relief and development work, while actively engaging program participants as equal partners in the design, monitoring and evaluation of our field projects.

· Team members are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner and respect local laws, customs and Relief International policies, procedures, and values at all times and in all in-country venues.

Equity and Diversity Commitment

· Demonstrate sensitivity and understanding of systemic diversity and cultural differences.

· Ensure that gender equity is addressed in our staffing and programming.

· Perform other functions that maybe assigned from time to time.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

This position demands a dynamic individual with a demonstrated ability to achieve results in a demanding and fast paced environment.

· Bachelor’s and Master’s degree level from a recognized and reputed universities, preferably with major in HR and professional qualification/training in HR.

· At least 5 years progressive fulltime employment in a similar position preferably in nonprofit sector with at least 2 years in an HR supervisory/management position.

· Proven experience of providing leadership on all HR issues at the same time balancing the strategic role with the need to deliver effective day-to-day HR administration services.

· Critical focus on providing a superior service level to managers and colleagues and delivering agreed results within time and budget constraints and to expected standards.

· Strong experience of developing and implementing HR policies, procedures and systems.

· Direct experience of organizing large scale recruitment.

· Ability to prioritize and deal with competing demands.

· Previous experience of staff supervision and capacity building.

· Well-developed conceptual, critical, and analytical thinking with the ability to convey complex information in a straightforward way and influencing this to a wider audience.

· Fluent spoken and written English.

· Excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills.

· A team builder with excellent people skills; culturally sensitive and has the ability and interest to identify and work with a multicultural team.

RI Values:

We uphold the Humanitarian Principles: humanity, neutrality, impartiality, and operational independence. We affirmatively engage the most vulnerable communities. We value:

ü Inclusiveness

ü Transparency and Accountability

ü Agility and Innovation

ü Collaboration

ü Sustainability

RI’s talent acquisition procedures reflect our commitment to safeguarding the rights and dignity of all people - especially children and vulnerable adults - to live free from abuse and harm.

RI is an Equal Opportunity Employer - EOE/M/F/D/V.

How to apply

please apply via following link:

https://phg.tbe.taleo.net/phg01/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=RI&cws=4&rid=2126

Project: Mitigating violence, increasing the safety and security of civilians, and strengthening the resilience of populations affected by conflict and environmental shocks

External Consultant: Final End-line Project Evaluation – Statement of Work

1. BACKGROUND

Nonviolent Peaceforce (NP), an International NGO founded in 2002, recruits, trains and deploys unarmed civilians to reduce violence and protect vulnerable populations in conflict-affected areas. Unarmed civilian protection (UCP) is NP’s global core methodology. UCP refers to the engagement of unarmed civilians working to reduce the cycle of violence and increase the safety and security of civilians impacted by violent conflict. UCP prioritized direct physical protection against immediate threats of violence, even as we work to interrupt systemic violence. The success of UCP methodology is based on relationship building, acceptance, and trust by the community that utilizes a mix of strategies to prevent violence, enhance the safety and security of civilians, build and strengthen local peace infrastructure, and create an enabling environment for communities to devise and implement locally led peace and protection strategies. UCP is guided by principles of nonviolence, non-partisanship, primacy of local actors, and civilian-to-civilian action.

NP has been operating in South Sudan since 2010 with 11 static field operational sites in six states and one administrative area. These include Upper Nile, Jonglei, Greater Pibor Administrative Area, Central Equatoria, Western Equatoria, Unity State, and Warrap State. NP’s programming in South Sudan includes peace-building, social cohesion, protection, gender-based violence prevention and response, child protection, youth engagement, and reconciliation with a particular emphasis on the prevention of violence.

In line with this and with funding from the USAID’s Bureau for Humanitarian Affairs (BHA), NP South Sudan has been implementing a two-year project since July 2022, titled “Mitigating violence, increasing the safety and security of civilians and strengthening the resilience of populations affected by conflict and environmental shocks”. This is being implemented in Yei County in Central Equatoria State, Rubkona County in Unity State, Lankien in Nyirol County, Jonglei State, Pibor County in Greater Pibor Administrative Area, Tonj South County in Warrap State, Ganyliel Payam in Panyjiar County, Unity State as well as Leer County in Unity State. The project's overall goal is to mitigate violence, increase the safety and security of civilians, and strengthen the resilience of populations affected by conflict and environmental shocks in South Sudan.

To achieve this goal, NP directly implements the project activities utilizing a participatory model that seeks to further build on local protection capacities, social cohesion, and resilience as well as prevent and respond to pertinent protection concerns of conflict-affected communities in South Sudan. All project activities are designed to best respond to the immediate security needs of beneficiaries and support the resilience, adaptive capacity, and recovery of communities from violent conflict, insecurity, and environment shocks. The project’s three programming components are centred upon:

1. Child protection
2. GBV prevention and response
3. Protection coordination, advocacy, and information.

2. PURPOSE OF THE ENDLINE EVALUATION.

As part of the monitoring and evaluation function in ensuring effective oversight of the project within the project management cycle, the purpose of this end-line evaluation is to assess the overall performance of the project against the planned project objectives, and key performance indicators as well as assess the impact of the overall project to the intended beneficiaries. The scope of the end-line evaluation will cover the entire project period of 1 August 2022 to 31 July 2024. It will specifically assess and inform project stakeholders i.e donors, project managers/staff, relevant government departments and the targeted community at large about the project achievements, challenges, and lessons learned as well as provide recommendations to inform future programming.

Specific Objectives include:

• To assess the extent to which the project achieved its objectives as specified in the project proposal
• To assess the extent to which the project outcomes and outputs have been achieved considering the indicators given in the project document.
• To evaluate the level of contribution of the outputs towards the achievement of the expected project objectives, outcomes, goals and impact.
• To assess the relevance, effectiveness, and efficiency of interventions as well as the sustainability of the results and the degree of satisfaction of the beneficiaries.
• To identify major external factors that influenced or impacted the implementation of the project and evaluate their implication on future interventions.
• To evaluate the appropriateness of the strategies and approaches used in implementation of the project.
• Assess the wider impact and sustainability of project results and satisfaction of the project participants in line with the key project deliverables and impact.
• To identify and document best practices, and lessons learned from the project and make recommendations for future strategies.

3. EVALUATION QUESTIONS

In line with the purpose and scope specified, evaluation question topics and sub-questions will be finalized during the preparation of the inception report. Without direct limitation on questions for inclusion, some suggested key questions include the following:

• To what extent and how has the intervention led to mitigating violence, increasing the safety and security of civilians and strengthening the resilience of populations affected by conflict and environmental shocks?
• To what extent and how has the project achieved its objectives and particularly in line with child protection; GBV prevention and response as well as protection coordination, advocacy and information?
• To what extent and how has the project achieved its key outputs, outcomes and performance indicators as specified in the project documentation?
• To what extent and how has the project achieved its impact specifically about mitigating violence, increasing the safety and security of civilians and strengthening the resilience of populations affected by conflict in South Sudan?
• To what extent and how has the project been relevant, effective, and efficient in ensuring the primary goal of mitigating violence, increasing the safety and security of civilians and strengthening the resilience of populations affected by conflict in South Sudan?
• To what extent and how has the project delivery and achievement of results ensured sustainability and satisfaction among the project participants?
• To what extent and how did external factors influence or impact the implementation of the “Mitigating violence, increasing the safety and security of civilians and strengthening the resilience of populations affected by conflict and environmental shocks” project?
• What best practices, lessons learned, and recommendations can be identified to inform future programming and strategy for the donor and other major stakeholders?

4. DESIGN AND METHODS

A cross-sectional study will be conducted across the project implementation areas i.e. Jonglei (Lankien and Pibor Counties), Unity (Panyijiar County and greater Southern Unity- Leer), Bentiu Town (Rubkona County) and Central Equatoria (Yei County), Warrap State (Tonj). The individual consultant is expected to conduct a participatory assessment providing for meaningful involvement by project partners, beneficiaries and other interested parties. Primary and secondary data is expected to be gathered using a mixed method to evaluate programme implementation. Thus, the assessment will involve collecting the following data:

• Quantitative data: It will be used to measure indicators of the project expressed in terms of numbers/percentages (quantitative indicators). Information will be collected using a questionnaire survey which will be administered to a sample of households. The consultant is expected to determine the sampling technique and size which would be representative, and adequate to detect the changes observed and do basic descriptive statistics.
• Qualitative data: Qualitative information will be collected through Focus Group Discussions (FGDs), Key Informant Interviews (KIIs) and In-depth Interviews (IDIs) with key stakeholders including community participants, community leaders, community/traditional leaders, local government offices, civil society organisations, donors, local humanitarian partners, project staff and others to complement the information collected through quantitative approaches.
• Secondary documentation: A review of relevant project documents and reports among other relevant documents will also be important to establish key insights relevant to the effective implementation of the project.

5. ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE CONSULTANT

The consultant will be expected to:

• Design methodology for the collection of quantitative and qualitative data for the final end-line evaluation.
• Develop and finalise evaluation questions and create the tools necessary to answer the final evaluation questions.
• Develop a detailed field implementation and enumerators training guide for the final evaluation.
• Organize and facilitate training workshops for data collectors (NP will hire the data collectors) and pilot testing of the tool.
• Plan and coordinate the necessary logistics to collect the data in aaccordance with the selected methodology.
• Conduct the final evaluation at the project locations to measure key indicators as defined in the project logical framework and also set benchmarks.
• Develop the data entry template and ensure data entry clerks are trained adequately.
• Collect and analyse available secondary data to augment the final evaluation findings.
• Based upon a reading of the programme documents, propose any additional topics or issues for analysis in the final evaluation.
• Analyse and interpret data to develop a comprehensive final evaluation report.
• Conduct a comparative analysis of the final evaluation data with baseline findings of the current project.
• Share key preliminary findings and insights from the final evaluation with relevant staff through consultations.

6. EXPECTED DELIVERABLES

• Submit an inception report/proposal which responds to the scope of work by adding any further detail or clarification regarding the study approach, method, or implementation arrangements
• Fieldwork implementation plan (to be submitted before fieldwork begins). This field work plan should be presented to NP for comment and revised as necessary prior to commencing fieldwork.
• Final evaluation questionnaires and qualitative data collection guides.
• Cleaned data sets in CSV and Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) format, with data correctly organized, and variables named and labelled.
• Cleaned qualitative data collection transcripts.
• High quality validation of the information collected through a validation workshop of the findings.
• A comprehensive final evaluation report that meets agreed formats.

7. TIMEFRAME

The task is anticipated to last between 6 to 8 weeks maximum weeks including submission of the final end line evaluation report. The consultant will be expected to start working on 15 July 2024 and complete all responsibilities outlined in the Scope of Work and submit the final end-line evaluation report by 15 September 2024.

Note: - The timing may be changed due to international and domestic travel restrictions or other requirements.

8. RESOURCES

NP will facilitate all visa requirements, transport to South Sudan and all field sites. In addition, NP will provide accommodation and communications equipment while in the country. NP will not provide personal computers and the consultant must use his/her own computer. All necessary logistical arrangements for the assessment will be coordinated through the NP logistics department. The chosen individual consultant will coordinate with the Research Monitoring and Evaluation team, Program Development Personnel, Program Manager and field staff in the planning and implementation of the data collection.

9. SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

Education:

• Master’s degree in International and Political Affairs, Law, Development Studies, Social Sciences, or a related field.

Required Experience and Skills

• At least 5-7 years of experience in the design and implementation of evaluations, assessments, or baseline surveys including qualitative and quantitative data collection.
• Previous work experience in the area of humanitarian work specifically the protection of civilians, knowledge of and understanding of the South Sudan operating context will be an added advantage.
• Excellent knowledge and understanding of research methodologies and processes.
• Experience in the development of Monitoring and Evaluation frameworks and log-frames.
• Experience in gathering and systematizing large amounts of data.
• Experience managing a diverse team and providing capacity-building and training support.
• Experience developing protection projects in conflict-affected and/or emergency settings.
• Proven ability to manage highly confidential and sensitive information through a protection lens.
• Experience managing projects in complex, dynamic and volatile environments, where security and political situation is very fluid.

10. SUBMISSION OF PROPOSAL

The proposal shall include technical and financial sections. The financial section needs to describe only the consultant’s professional fee. Other expenses like visa, transport, accommodation and small per diem while in country will be handled by NP.

The technical proposal should include:

• Consultant profile including past achievements
• Introduction: A brief overview of the assignment as understood by the bidder
• Detail methodology and approach including work plan (i.e. research techniques to be used, sampling, field operation plan, quality assurance and time frame).
• Current CV of the consultant.
• Detail itemized work plan.
• Detailed itemized budget and price justification by unit cost per activity being proposed under the financial proposal.
• Three references from organizations that prove the consultant's capacity to carry out a final evaluation.
• Annexes: Any documents, which the consultant feels will assist the proposal review team in evaluating the proposal

How to apply

Prospective individual consultants should submit a written proposal and the other items listed above though our websiteby midnight Central African Time on June 2, 2024.

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

SPECIAL NOTICE

Nonviolent Peaceforce is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.

Nonviolent Peaceforce acknowledges the duty of care to safeguard and promote the welfare of employees, contractors, volunteers, interns, communities we work with, and other stakeholders and is committed to ensuring safeguarding practice reflects statutory responsibilities and government guidance and complies with best practices in the Humanitarian and Development sector.NP expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment through our code of conduct. We prioritize ensuring that only those who share and demonstrate our values are recruited to work for us.

The post holder will undertake the appropriate level of training and is responsible for ensuring that they understand and work within the safeguarding policies of the organization.

All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records and terrorism finance checks. NP also participates in the InterAgency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this Scheme, we will request information from job applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.

NO FEE

We never ask for payment as part of our selection process, and we always contact candidates via our corporate accounts and platforms. If you are approached for payment, this is likely to be fraudulent. Please check whether the role you are interested in is posted here on our website.

Head of Support Services, South Sudan

Fixed term contract until December 2025 - with possibility for extension

The starting salary package for this position is £66,932 GBP / approx. $83,900 USD including all allowances

About MAG:

MAG (Mines Advisory Group) is an international humanitarian organisation based in Manchester, UK, and working in 32 countries. We remove landmines and unexploded ordnance to release safe and productive land for communities, and work to reduce the threat of armed violence by supporting governments to safely manage weapons and ammunition. In 1997, MAG was a co-recipient of the Nobel Peace Prize for our work campaigning for the Anti-Personnel Mine Ban Convention.

About the role:

This is an exciting opportunity to use your project and people management skills to lead a team of senior staff across key support functions. As a member of the Senior Management Team (SMT), you will provide strategic and operational leadership to ensure the efficient and effective management of all support services for MAG’s activities in South Sudan including Finance, Logistics, Human Resources, IT, Facilities Management and Administration. You will be key in overseeing that all programme support service systems are robust and working to enhance efficiency and minimise risk, whilst ensuring the programme’s operation is compliant with donor requirements and with MAG’s internal policies and procedures.

About you:

You will have international senior management experience, preferably with a humanitarian agency, having managed projects, HR, Finance and Logistics functions, in complex, high volume operations. You will need experience of developing and implementing management systems in these areas, and demonstrate the ability to develop new business proposals and budgets in competitive environments. You will have excellent people management experience, with proven ability to lead, and be a dynamic, motivated, flexible self-starter, able to hit the ground running. The Head of Support Services will be sensitive to cultural differences, able to work in a wide variety of cultural contexts and have the willingness and ability to work both at strategic and operational levels, with hand-on approach when required. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced support services professional to take the next step in their career and grow their strategic and operational skills in a senior, varied and autonomous role.

About the South Sudan programme:

South Sudan is one of the youngest, poorest and least developed countries world-wide. The 2013 outbreak of hostilities has led to thousands of people being killed or wounded, and hundreds of thousands of people being displaced by the violence. MAG has been working in South Sudan since 2004, to clear landmines/unexploded ordnance and deliver mine risk education to at-risk populations.

How to apply

Further information and how to apply:

For the further information on the role, the application pack and details of how to apply, please visit the MAG website at www.maginternational.org/vacancies-at-MAG by the closing date of 27thMay 2024.

MAG will support the successful applicant with any visa or work permit required, including application, administration and costs, however applicants will need to be able to obtain these within a reasonable time period to be considered for the role, due to programme needs.

Please note that as part of MAG's commitment to safeguarding, this post is subject to background checks before an offer of employment is confirmed. For more information on MAG’s approach to safeguarding here and background checks here. You can also find more information in the candidate information pack, available on our website.

MAG is committed to the principles of diversity, equality and inclusion. If you think you would be suited to one of our roles we would welcome your application regardless of your background. We strive to provide an inclusive and supportive working environment where all employees feel respected and supported in fulfilling their potential.

Background

VSF Germany is a non-profit organization whose work is driven by a strong commitment towards the health and well-being of humans, animals and the environment that surrounds them, supporting efforts aimed at saving lives and ending suffering in Eastern Africa – a work that transcends international borders and sector boundaries to achieve the One Health Agenda in a global setting. We are concerned with supporting livestock farmers in six African countries. Providing vaccinations and care for herds and helping families to improve their livestock farming, including South Sudan. VSF provide information and increase awareness about sustainable food production and consumption. VSF Germany supported pastoral livelihoods in South Sudan since 1998 working with communities in Upper Nile, Jonglei, Warrap, Eastern Equatoria, Western Bar el Ghazal and Lakes States through times of emergency and recovery to sustain, protect and restore livelihoods by direct provision; and capacity building for improved production and productivity, diversified production as well as local peace mechanisms and governance.

VSF-Germany in partnership with VSF Suisse with funding from U.S. Agency for International Development’s Office of Bureau for Humanitarian Assistance (USAID/BHA) implemented a one-year program entitled “Conflict and Climatic Emergency Livestock Response Program Phase III (CCLERP III) in Greater Upper Nile States”. This program covers 10 Counties in Jonglei, 2 counties in Upper Nile and 9 Counties in Unity states plus the Jonglei migrating cattle from Equatoria to Jonglei. The program objective is to to improve and sustain access to animal source foods and related income for climatic and crisis affected individuals at risk of malnutrition particularly children and women. The program is targeting people in Greater Upper Nile, comprised of internally displaced persons (IDPs), host and returnee groups with support to local institutions and mechanisms for delivery of animal health and public health services while mainstreaming conflict sensitivity, protection and Do No Harm approaches.

VSF Germany and its partner intends to evaluate the performance of the Conflict and Climatic Emergency Livestock Response Program phase III (CCLERP III) and are seeking the services of qualified and experienced project evaluators.

Purpose

The purpose of this end term evaluation is to examine the program performance against the planed indicators and results, and specifically:

1. To determine the appropriateness, relevance, efficiency and effectiveness of the veterinary program;
2. To assess the quality and comprehensiveness of the program design and implementation;
3. To document program lessons learned, successes, good practices that could be expanded, success stories, case studies and perceived and real as well as unmet needs;
4. In particular, on Conflict mitigation activities, document lessons learned, successes and good practices that could be expanded
5. Generate baseline data and information for subsequent interventions.

Scope

Provisionally, the evaluation will cover 8 payams (2 per county) in four randomly selected counties (one from each state and one additional from any one of the state depending on the existing situation) where feasible. It will be conducted in the project areas and will include both beneficiaries and non-beneficiaries. Key evaluation questions will be formulated using the project objectives and indicators, and project quality parameters.

Methodology

The final evaluation design will include participatory evaluation methods and employ a mixed approach with both qualitative and quantitative methods. The consultants will be required to submit a detailed draft evaluation design and methodology which will be reviewed and finalized with the effort of the program personnel.

Outputs

1. A detailed study design, including methodology, work plan and timeframe;
2. Inception report;
3. A draft report incorporating feedback from the debriefing sessions;
4. A final report incorporating feedback on the draft report (one bound hard copy & electronic copy).

Timeframe

This end term evaluation is expected to be completed in 30 working days including inception report, desk review, field assessment and report writing. The first draft report will be expected within 10 days after the field exercise is completed. A final version should be submitted within five days of receiving feedback on first draft.

Management

1. The consultancy will be guided, managed and technically advised by the Country Program Manager of VSF Germany;
2. The consultancy is technically and administratively fully accountable to VSF Germany;
3. Specific areas for the study will be selected in consultation with VSF’s field staff;
4. Field travel arrangements and immediate supervision will be carried out by VSF Germany & VSF Suisse in their respective areas of operation.

Qualifications

This should be a two-person evaluation team to consist of a team leader who will be a veterinarian and a support researcher who will preferably be an anthropologist or social scientist. Prospective evaluation teams are encouraged to include a mix of gender.

The team should collectively demonstrate the following set of qualities:

1. Five (5) years or more of Experience in carrying out major humanitarian evaluations for a major donor, international NGO, or international organization, preferably USAID/BHA.
2. General familiarity with the political and humanitarian context in South Sudan, particularly over the past 3 years.
3. Experience in developing or applying protection measures;
4. Extensive practical experience in implementing activities aimed at pastoral livelihoods;
5. National consultants are encouraged to apply.

How to apply

Interested candidates should submit their Technical and Financial proposals together with the consultants’ curriculum vitae (s) and company profile. The financial proposal should comprise of comprehensive professional fees; VSF Germany will cover travel and accommodation.

Proposals should be sent to the following Email addresses: recruitment@vsfg.org copied to juba@vsfg.org strictly indicating on the subject line “CCLERP III FINAL EVAL 2024”. Please find the complete terms of reference and how to apply from the link: https://www.vsfg.org/jobs-career/ on our VSF Germany website. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interviews. The deadline for submission of applications is 5th June 2024.

The organization

Founded in 1950, Doctors with Africa CUAMM was the first NGO focused on healthcare to be recognized by the Italian government. It is now one of the leading organization working to protect and improve the well-being and health of vulnerable communities in Sub-Saharan Africa.
The NGO promotes long-term health cooperation projects, intervening also in emergencies to ensure that services are available to all.
Doctors with Africa CUAMM is currently active in 8 Sub-Saharan countries: Angola, Ethiopia, Mozambique, Central African Republic, Sierra Leone, South Sudan, Tanzania, Uganda.
The NGO supports public and non-profit hospitals, local districts, schools of nursing and midwifery, university faculties of medicine.
CUAMM’s action focuses on health system strengthening and targets the weakest population groups, particularly women and children. Interventions include prevention, screening and treatment programmes; development or strengthening of referral systems at community level; training of health staff; management support and technical assistance to local health institutions; field research.
CUAMM's international and national staff work together on the front line to strengthen local health systems, in resource-limited contexts where the commitment and contribution of the individual can make a real difference.
Which is why we always need skilled and motivated people who are ready to join us to collaborate on our projects 'with Africa'.

Job position: Surgeon and technical advisor to the Medical Director
Location: South Sudan, Hospital of Yirol
Application deadline: May 31st, 2024*
Start date: July 2024
Duration: 12 months
Family duty station: NO
* The NGO reserves the right to close the application process once the position is filled.

Purpose of the role

The Surgeon will be responsible for the surgical and obstetric areas and will have a role of technical advisor to the hospital’s Medical Director.

Key duties

• Carry out clinical activities, with special reference to surgical and obstretic emergencies/urgencies
• Contribute to on-the-job training activities and formal training
• Collaborate with the Medical Director in the supervision and management of hospital staff
• Ensure equipment and drugs availability taking into account the funds need and availability
• Support the Medical Director in improving the information system quality, collaborating in hospital data collection and analysis
• Support in strengthening the referral system and the ambulance service
• Assist the Medical Director in organizing clinical services
• Collaborate in promoting access to and use of hospital services, in particular with regard to obstetric emergencies

Requirements

• Degree in Medicine and Surgery
• Specialization in Surgery, with experience in surgery and obstetrics
• Excellent knowledge of English
• Previous professional experience at hospital level in fragile/low-resources settings
• Previous experience in hospital management and coordination

TERMS OF CONTRACT

• Type of contract: collaboration contract
• Salary: TBD according to NGO salary grids and compensation policy (basic salary for the job position, with possible increase based on professional experience, country risk allowance, rural area hardship)
• Rest days: 2.5 days for each month of work, for contracts longer than 4 months
• Flight tickets: one return flight for the first collaboration for up to 12 months
• Health issues: the NGO provides health insurance and covers vaccination costs
• Visa and permits: the NGO bears the cost and paperwork for visa, professional registration, work and residence permits
• Accommodation: provided by the NGO, it is generally individual, depending on the logistical situation and the availability of accommodation in the workplace
• Other costs: the NGO covers costs related to housing utilities and internet; food and personal expenses are covered by the worker
• R&R: 1 week's rest for every 11 weeks of work, with allowance to cover costs

How to apply

https://doctorswithafrica.org/en/recruiting

Due to the high number of applications, please note that our recruiting team will contact only short-listed candidates.

The selection process is based on non-discrimination criteria and candidates are taken into consideration without distinction of ethnicity, gender, political orientation, religion, personal opinions, sexual orientation.
Doctors with Africa CUAMM does not tolerate any abuse, exploitation or violence against vulnerable children and adults, nor other behaviour that does not respect human dignity from its own staff, partner staff or other staff associated with the NGO.
All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to the mission and values of the organization, nondiscrimination policies and safeguarding principles.

The organization

Founded in 1950, Doctors with Africa CUAMM was the first NGO focused on healthcare to be recognized by the Italian government. It is now one of the leading organization working to protect and improve the well-being and health of vulnerable communities in Sub-Saharan Africa.
The NGO promotes long-term health cooperation projects, intervening also in emergencies to ensure that services are available to all.
Doctors with Africa CUAMM is currently active in 8 Sub-Saharan countries: Angola, Ethiopia, Mozambique, Central African Republic, Sierra Leone, South Sudan, Tanzania, Uganda.
The NGO supports public and non-profit hospitals, local districts, schools of nursing and midwifery, university faculties of medicine.
CUAMM’s action focuses on health system strengthening and targets the weakest population groups, particularly women and children. Interventions include prevention, screening and treatment programmes; development or strengthening of referral systems at community level; training of health staff; management support and technical assistance to local health institutions; field research.
CUAMM's international and national staff work together on the front line to strengthen local health systems, in resource-limited contexts where the commitment and contribution of the individual can make a real difference.
Which is why we always need skilled and motivated people who are ready to join us to collaborate on our projects 'with Africa'.

Job position: Pediatrician
Location: South Sudan, Rumbek Hospital
Application deadline: 31st May 2024
Start date: July 2024
Duration: 12 months
Family duty station: NO

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

The pediatrician will have a technical assistance role in improving the quality of pediatric services at Rumbek Hospital.

Key duties

• provide good quality clinical care
• ensure the smooth running of the pediatrics department
• supervise the collection and analysis of data
• collaborate in on the job and formal training activities
• drafting technical reports in the area of competence

REQUIREMENTS

• Degree in Medicine and Surgery
• Specialization in Paediatrics
• Good knowledge of English
• Proven experience in pediatrics in fragile/low-resources settings
• Adaptability to live and work in a rural context

TERMS OF CONTRACT

Type of contract: collaboration contract
Salary: TBD according to NGO salary grids and compensation policy (basic salary for the job position, with possible increase based on professional experience, risk allowance and rural hardship allowance)
Rest days: 2.5 days for each month of work, for contracts longer than 4 months
Flight ticket: one return flight for the first collaboration for up to 12 months
Health issues: the NGO provides health insurance and covers vaccination costs
Visa and permits: the NGO bears the cost and paperwork for visa
Accommodation: provided by the NGO, it is generally individual, depending on the logistical situation and the availability of accommodation in the workplace
Other costs: the NGO covers costs related to housing utilities and internet; food and personal expenses are covered by the worker
R&R: 1 week's rest for every 11 weeks of work, with allowance to cover costs

How to apply

https://doctorswithafrica.org/en/recruiting

Due to the high number of applications, please note that our recruiting team will contact only short-listed candidates.

The selection process is based on non-discrimination criteria and candidates are taken into consideration without distinction of ethnicity, gender, political orientation, religion, personal opinions, sexual orientation.
Doctors with Africa CUAMM does not tolerate any abuse, exploitation or violence against vulnerable children and adults, nor other behaviour that does not respect human dignity from its own staff, partner staff or other staff associated with the NGO.
All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to the mission and values of the organization, nondiscrimination policies and safeguarding principles.

Project: Mitigating violence, increasing the safety and security of civilians, and strengthening the resilience of populations affected by conflict and environmental shocks

External Consultant: Final End-line Project Evaluation – Statement of Work

1. BACKGROUND

Nonviolent Peaceforce (NP), an International NGO founded in 2002, recruits, trains and deploys unarmed civilians to reduce violence and protect vulnerable populations in conflict-affected areas. Unarmed civilian protection (UCP) is NP’s global core methodology. UCP refers to the engagement of unarmed civilians working to reduce the cycle of violence and increase the safety and security of civilians impacted by violent conflict. UCP prioritized direct physical protection against immediate threats of violence, even as we work to interrupt systemic violence. The success of UCP methodology is based on relationship building, acceptance, and trust by the community that utilizes a mix of strategies to prevent violence, enhance the safety and security of civilians, build and strengthen local peace infrastructure, and create an enabling environment for communities to devise and implement locally led peace and protection strategies. UCP is guided by principles of nonviolence, non-partisanship, primacy of local actors, and civilian-to-civilian action.

NP has been operating in South Sudan since 2010 with 11 static field operational sites in six states and one administrative area. These include Upper Nile, Jonglei, Greater Pibor Administrative Area, Central Equatoria, Western Equatoria, Unity State, and Warrap State. NP’s programming in South Sudan includes peace-building, social cohesion, protection, gender-based violence prevention and response, child protection, youth engagement, and reconciliation with a particular emphasis on the prevention of violence.

In line with this and with funding from the USAID’s Bureau for Humanitarian Affairs (BHA), NP South Sudan has been implementing a two-year project since July 2022, titled “Mitigating violence, increasing the safety and security of civilians and strengthening the resilience of populations affected by conflict and environmental shocks”. This is being implemented in Yei County in Central Equatoria State, Rubkona County in Unity State, Lankien in Nyirol County, Jonglei State, Pibor County in Greater Pibor Administrative Area, Tonj South County in Warrap State, Ganyliel Payam in Panyjiar County, Unity State as well as Leer County in Unity State. The project's overall goal is to mitigate violence, increase the safety and security of civilians, and strengthen the resilience of populations affected by conflict and environmental shocks in South Sudan.

To achieve this goal, NP directly implements the project activities utilizing a participatory model that seeks to further build on local protection capacities, social cohesion, and resilience as well as prevent and respond to pertinent protection concerns of conflict-affected communities in South Sudan. All project activities are designed to best respond to the immediate security needs of beneficiaries and support the resilience, adaptive capacity, and recovery of communities from violent conflict, insecurity, and environment shocks. The project’s three programming components are centred upon:

1. Child protection
2. GBV prevention and response
3. Protection coordination, advocacy, and information.

2. PURPOSE OF THE ENDLINE EVALUATION.

As part of the monitoring and evaluation function in ensuring effective oversight of the project within the project management cycle, the purpose of this end-line evaluation is to assess the overall performance of the project against the planned project objectives, and key performance indicators as well as assess the impact of the overall project to the intended beneficiaries. The scope of the end-line evaluation will cover the entire project period of 1 August 2022 to 31 July 2024. It will specifically assess and inform project stakeholders i.e donors, project managers/staff, relevant government departments and the targeted community at large about the project achievements, challenges, and lessons learned as well as provide recommendations to inform future programming.

Specific Objectives include:

• To assess the extent to which the project achieved its objectives as specified in the project proposal
• To assess the extent to which the project outcomes and outputs have been achieved considering the indicators given in the project document.
• To evaluate the level of contribution of the outputs towards the achievement of the expected project objectives, outcomes, goals and impact.
• To assess the relevance, effectiveness, and efficiency of interventions as well as the sustainability of the results and the degree of satisfaction of the beneficiaries.
• To identify major external factors that influenced or impacted the implementation of the project and evaluate their implication on future interventions.
• To evaluate the appropriateness of the strategies and approaches used in implementation of the project.
• Assess the wider impact and sustainability of project results and satisfaction of the project participants in line with the key project deliverables and impact.
• To identify and document best practices, and lessons learned from the project and make recommendations for future strategies.

3. EVALUATION QUESTIONS

In line with the purpose and scope specified, evaluation question topics and sub-questions will be finalized during the preparation of the inception report. Without direct limitation on questions for inclusion, some suggested key questions include the following:

• To what extent and how has the intervention led to mitigating violence, increasing the safety and security of civilians and strengthening the resilience of populations affected by conflict and environmental shocks?
• To what extent and how has the project achieved its objectives and particularly in line with child protection; GBV prevention and response as well as protection coordination, advocacy and information?
• To what extent and how has the project achieved its key outputs, outcomes and performance indicators as specified in the project documentation?
• To what extent and how has the project achieved its impact specifically about mitigating violence, increasing the safety and security of civilians and strengthening the resilience of populations affected by conflict in South Sudan?
• To what extent and how has the project been relevant, effective, and efficient in ensuring the primary goal of mitigating violence, increasing the safety and security of civilians and strengthening the resilience of populations affected by conflict in South Sudan?
• To what extent and how has the project delivery and achievement of results ensured sustainability and satisfaction among the project participants?
• To what extent and how did external factors influence or impact the implementation of the “Mitigating violence, increasing the safety and security of civilians and strengthening the resilience of populations affected by conflict and environmental shocks” project?
• What best practices, lessons learned, and recommendations can be identified to inform future programming and strategy for the donor and other major stakeholders?

4. DESIGN AND METHODS

A cross-sectional study will be conducted across the project implementation areas i.e. Jonglei (Lankien and Pibor Counties), Unity (Panyijiar County and greater Southern Unity- Leer), Bentiu Town (Rubkona County) and Central Equatoria (Yei County), Warrap State (Tonj). The individual consultant is expected to conduct a participatory assessment providing for meaningful involvement by project partners, beneficiaries and other interested parties. Primary and secondary data is expected to be gathered using a mixed method to evaluate programme implementation. Thus, the assessment will involve collecting the following data:

• Quantitative data: It will be used to measure indicators of the project expressed in terms of numbers/percentages (quantitative indicators). Information will be collected using a questionnaire survey which will be administered to a sample of households. The consultant is expected to determine the sampling technique and size which would be representative, and adequate to detect the changes observed and do basic descriptive statistics.
• Qualitative data: Qualitative information will be collected through Focus Group Discussions (FGDs), Key Informant Interviews (KIIs) and In-depth Interviews (IDIs) with key stakeholders including community participants, community leaders, community/traditional leaders, local government offices, civil society organisations, donors, local humanitarian partners, project staff and others to complement the information collected through quantitative approaches.
• Secondary documentation: A review of relevant project documents and reports among other relevant documents will also be important to establish key insights relevant to the effective implementation of the project.

5. ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE CONSULTANT

The consultant will be expected to:

• Design methodology for the collection of quantitative and qualitative data for the final end-line evaluation.
• Develop and finalise evaluation questions and create the tools necessary to answer the final evaluation questions.
• Develop a detailed field implementation and enumerators training guide for the final evaluation.
• Organize and facilitate training workshops for data collectors (NP will hire the data collectors) and pilot testing of the tool.
• Plan and coordinate the necessary logistics to collect the data in aaccordance with the selected methodology.
• Conduct the final evaluation at the project locations to measure key indicators as defined in the project logical framework and also set benchmarks.
• Develop the data entry template and ensure data entry clerks are trained adequately.
• Collect and analyse available secondary data to augment the final evaluation findings.
• Based upon a reading of the programme documents, propose any additional topics or issues for analysis in the final evaluation.
• Analyse and interpret data to develop a comprehensive final evaluation report.
• Conduct a comparative analysis of the final evaluation data with baseline findings of the current project.
• Share key preliminary findings and insights from the final evaluation with relevant staff through consultations.

6. EXPECTED DELIVERABLES

• Submit an inception report/proposal which responds to the scope of work by adding any further detail or clarification regarding the study approach, method, or implementation arrangements
• Fieldwork implementation plan (to be submitted before fieldwork begins). This field work plan should be presented to NP for comment and revised as necessary prior to commencing fieldwork.
• Final evaluation questionnaires and qualitative data collection guides.
• Cleaned data sets in CSV and Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) format, with data correctly organized, and variables named and labelled.
• Cleaned qualitative data collection transcripts.
• High quality validation of the information collected through a validation workshop of the findings.
• A comprehensive final evaluation report that meets agreed formats.

7. TIMEFRAME

The task is anticipated to last between 6 to 8 weeks maximum weeks including submission of the final end line evaluation report. The consultant will be expected to start working on 15 July 2024 and complete all responsibilities outlined in the Scope of Work and submit the final end-line evaluation report by 15 September 2024.

Note: - The timing may be changed due to international and domestic travel restrictions or other requirements.

8. RESOURCES

NP will facilitate all visa requirements, transport to South Sudan and all field sites. In addition, NP will provide accommodation and communications equipment while in the country. NP will not provide personal computers and the consultant must use his/her own computer. All necessary logistical arrangements for the assessment will be coordinated through the NP logistics department. The chosen individual consultant will coordinate with the Research Monitoring and Evaluation team, Program Development Personnel, Program Manager and field staff in the planning and implementation of the data collection.

9. SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

Education:

• Master’s degree in International and Political Affairs, Law, Development Studies, Social Sciences, or a related field.

Required Experience and Skills

• At least 5-7 years of experience in the design and implementation of evaluations, assessments, or baseline surveys including qualitative and quantitative data collection.
• Previous work experience in the area of humanitarian work specifically the protection of civilians, knowledge of and understanding of the South Sudan operating context will be an added advantage.
• Excellent knowledge and understanding of research methodologies and processes.
• Experience in the development of Monitoring and Evaluation frameworks and log-frames.
• Experience in gathering and systematizing large amounts of data.
• Experience managing a diverse team and providing capacity-building and training support.
• Experience developing protection projects in conflict-affected and/or emergency settings.
• Proven ability to manage highly confidential and sensitive information through a protection lens.
• Experience managing projects in complex, dynamic and volatile environments, where security and political situation is very fluid.

10. SUBMISSION OF PROPOSAL

The proposal shall include technical and financial sections. The financial section needs to describe only the consultant’s professional fee. Other expenses like visa, transport, accommodation and small per diem while in country will be handled by NP.

The technical proposal should include:

• Consultant profile including past achievements
• Introduction: A brief overview of the assignment as understood by the bidder
• Detail methodology and approach including work plan (i.e. research techniques to be used, sampling, field operation plan, quality assurance and time frame).
• Current CV of the consultant.
• Detail itemized work plan.
• Detailed itemized budget and price justification by unit cost per activity being proposed under the financial proposal.
• Three references from organizations that prove the consultant's capacity to carry out a final evaluation.
• Annexes: Any documents, which the consultant feels will assist the proposal review team in evaluating the proposal

How to apply

Prospective individual consultants should submit a written proposal and the other items listed above though our websiteby midnight Central African Time on June 2, 2024.

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

SPECIAL NOTICE

Nonviolent Peaceforce is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.

Nonviolent Peaceforce acknowledges the duty of care to safeguard and promote the welfare of employees, contractors, volunteers, interns, communities we work with, and other stakeholders and is committed to ensuring safeguarding practice reflects statutory responsibilities and government guidance and complies with best practices in the Humanitarian and Development sector.NP expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment through our code of conduct. We prioritize ensuring that only those who share and demonstrate our values are recruited to work for us.

The post holder will undertake the appropriate level of training and is responsible for ensuring that they understand and work within the safeguarding policies of the organization.

All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records and terrorism finance checks. NP also participates in the InterAgency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this Scheme, we will request information from job applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.

NO FEE

We never ask for payment as part of our selection process, and we always contact candidates via our corporate accounts and platforms. If you are approached for payment, this is likely to be fraudulent. Please check whether the role you are interested in is posted here on our website.

Duty Station of the Consultancy: Juba, South Sudan

Title – Consultant - Health and Nutrition Officer

Type – International Consultancy

Duration of Consultancy: 6 months (with possibility of extension)

Nature of the consultancy: Consultancy services to integrate Nutrition into Emergency Primary Health Care Programming in IOM project locations.

Project Context and Scope:

IOM migration health unit supports the implementation of Emergency Primary health care activities (immunization, reproductive health, medical, consultation, health education and promotion) in Malakal, Wau, Abyei, Bentiu. The expected outputs under the integration process will include treatment services with children <5yrs with SAM/MAM, referral to children with medical complications to stabilization centers, supporting women of childbearing age (WCBA) with screening and treatment services.

The position is expected to facilitate integration of health and nutrition in IOM supported facilities, in Bentiu Sector three WFP is supporting IOM in TB/HIV treatment activities by provision of Nutrition supplies, this will further be enhanced through hire of Health and nutrition consultant.

Organizational Department / Unit to which the Consultant is contributing:

The consultancy will contribute to integration of Nutrition into IOM Migration health unit, mainly Primary health care activities in different locations under multi donor projects (BHA, FCDO).

Category A Consultants: Tasks to be performed under this contract:

Under the overall guidance of the Chief of Mission (COM), under the technical guidance and direct supervision of the Programme Coordinator (Migration Health), the incumbent will be responsible for supporting the implementation of the nutrition component of the emergency health programme activities for internally displaced people (IDPs) returnees and host community and other vulnerable populations in South Sudan.

Specific Functions and Duties:

• Support the integration of nutrition services within IOM’s health emergency response activities within the country.
• Support the team leaders and supervisors of IOM supported static and mobile primary health care clinics in ensuring the implementation of quality nutrition and primary healthcare services according to National and International standards.
• Provide supportive supervision, monitoring and capacity building to health and nutrition staff on the implementation of nutrition and Primary Health Care activities and ensure coordination of the health team as well as linking IOM with appropriate clusters/agencies at National and state level.
• Be available for short-notice deployment to field locations in South Sudan as part of IOM rapid health and nutrition response team (RRT) operations.
• Conduct health and nutritional assessments, vaccination campaigns, and coordination of medical evacuation as needed across South Sudan.
• Work with local authorities and community leaders and provide advice on key health and nutrition information messages for dissemination to supported communities.
• Ensure maintenance of nutrition medical records in a safe and confidential manner across IOM health programmes in South Sudan.
• Review weekly health and nutrition reports and provide feedback to field teams with technical advice and contribute to regular reporting on project achievements, challenges encountered, pertinent developments and strategic needs.
• Support information sharing and coordination mechanisms between and among other IOM units (e.g. MHPSS, WASH, NFIs, etc.) as well as with other programme units such as Logistics, Security, Human Resource and Finance units.
• Perform other duties as may be assigned.

Performance indicators for the evaluation of results

• Participation in project activities planning, mornitoring and evaluation.

• Emergency health and nutrition service are well integrated in field locations and are in line with WHO standards.

• Participate in Nutrition cluster coordination activities, support interagency collaboration, stakeholder engagement at sub national, National level.

• Staff, volunteers’ capacity building on integrated health and nutrition services.

• Donor reporting and documentations.

  Education, Experience and/or skills required.

• Advanced University degree in one or more of the following disciplines: Nutrition, Public Health, or related field, with relevant experience and advanced courses/training.

• Strong knowledge of Nutrition and/or Public Health.

• General knowledge of UN system policies, rules, regulations, and procedures governing administration is an advantage.

• At least 7 years of postgraduate professional experience in nutrition, public health, development, or food aid support.

• Experience with survey methodologies, nutrition assessment and relevant data analysis.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including relationship management, influencing skills, and networking.

  Travel required.

• YES - The holder of this position will be expected to travel from Juba to the Project field locations.

  Competencies

  Values

• Inclusion and respect for diversity respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.

• Integrity and transparency maintain high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.

• Professionalism: demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.

• Courage: demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.

• Empathy: shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.

• Core Competencies – behavioural indicators.

• Teamwork: develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.

• Delivering results produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner. Is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.

• Managing and sharing knowledge continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.

• Accountability: takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own actions and delegated work.

• Communication: encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.

How to apply

Interested candidates should send their Curriculum Vitae and a motivational letter outlining relevant experience and skills to vss@iom.int by 10th June 2024, indicating in the subject of the e‐mail “Health and Nutrition Officer” MHU - Consultancy.

World Vision International

With over 70 years of experience, our focus is on helping the most vulnerable children overcome poverty and experience fullness of life. We help children of all backgrounds, even in the most dangerous places, inspired by our Christian faith.

Come join our 34,000+ staff working in nearly 100 countries and share the joy of transforming vulnerable children’s life stories!

Here’s where you come in:

As Programme Development Specialist - PDQA and Partnerships, you will work with the Business Development Manager, and Emergency Response Manager and lead multi-departmental teams in developing and coordinating proposals and concept papers for multi-sectoral emergency and recovery programs. You will also liaise with potential and current donors and other external partners to establish relationships that promote fund acquisition and program collaboration.

Requirements include:

• Bachelor's Degree in development or a related field
• At least 2 years of previous experience contributing to project design, proposal writing, and donor relations for an INGO in a relief and/or development context.
• Experience developing programs and proposals in the following fields preferred: Health & Nutrition, Food Assistance, Economic Recovery & Livelihoods, and Education, Children in Emergencies, WASH, and Protection.
• Experience in working on resilience and/or development programming in fragile contexts is preferred.
• Experience leading proposal development processes.
• The position will be based in Juba with both local and international travel.
• Excellent verbal and written English

How to apply

Is this the job for you?

Find the full responsibilities and requirements for this position and apply onlineby the closing date 31 MAY 2024.

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

For more information on World Vision International, please visit our website:www.wvi.org.Our vision for every child, life in all its fullness. Our prayer for every heart, the will to make it so.