Location (Country & Base): Republic of South Sudan, Field based (roving)

Contract duration: 8 months

Starting date in-country: June 1st

Training requirements: M Sc. in statistics, nutrition or related fields

Direct Line Manager: Surveillance and Evaluation Team (SET) Coordinator

Technical Supervisor: Nutrition Coordinator

Start date: June 1st

End date: Dec 31st 2014

Objective 1: Definition of Surveillance system strategy:

In collaboration with SET Coordinator, and Nutrition Cluster partners, to contribute to the identification of nutrition survey/assessment areas and activities according to needs and capacities
As per the South Sudan Nutrition Cluster Survey guidelines, and the SET strategy, to design the small scale survey methodology

Objective 2: Management of Survey team:

• Supervision of survey team including: training, follow up, evaluation, and promotion of positive team dynamics and motivation.
• Training and building the technical capacity of the survey team and partners.

Objective 3: Perform Nutrition assessment:

• The Survey Manager is responsible for conducting surveys/assessment and ensuring their methodological and scientific soundness data analysis and reporting.
• Design the survey (Terms of Reference). Based on request of the Nutrition Cluster Survey guidelines, and the SET strategy, the SET Survey Manager is in charge of the designing of assessments and surveys: to write the terms of reference, to select the tools and methods, the type of informants and/or sampling, selection of villages for field work, writing guidelines and set up time frame, working days needed, logistics planning and any special tools needed (GPS, map, camera…).
• Field work – data collection: Collection of information at field level. Different tools and methodologies can be used, depending on the needs and type of the survey e.g. focuses group discussion, PRA, face-to-face meetings, questionnaires etc. The survey team will systematically provide the team training before the field work to test the questionnaire and methodology and to ensure that the team adheres to guidelines, protocols and methodologies in place
• Collection of background and general information: The manager is in charge of the scientific quality of the research. S/he will organize for the field officers access to books, reports, key informants interviews, local authorities, etc, according to the needs of the research.
• Analysis and processing of information: Particular attention will be paid to the nature of the data to be collected. Main tools used for data processing are SPSS, ENA by SMART and Excel. The manager will assist and lead the team in data entry and analysis.
• Reporting / restitution: The manager writes the final survey report. S/he is the guaranty of the scientific quality of the final work. A report should always end with recommendations and, if needed, suggestions for further researches.
• Archiving: The manager keeps records/ archives all reports and the data collected.

Objective 4: Collaboration within ACF team:

• Collaboration with Technical Coordinators and Program Managers and any other ACF resource people in order to ensure the coherence of ACF activities and reports.
• Follow up of program budget in liaison with the SET Coordinator
• Follow up of the logistics requirements of the SET survey team with the Logistics Department and SET Log staff
• Participation in the program strategy, narrative and financial parts of project proposals

Objective 5: External coordination:

• Representation of ACF to government authorities, UN agencies, partner NGOs and community leaders at the county, payam and boma levels.

Objective 6: Reporting:

• All technical reports for external release – ie. nutrition surveys, rapid assessments, and nutrition surveillance: reports are validated by relevant Technical Advisor from NY.
• Reports on any training session and/or workshop organized by ACF on evaluation.
• Monthly reports to be sent to SET Coordinator
• Donors reports: interim and final reports to be sent to the SET Coordinator
• End of mission report to be sent to HR Coordinator and Country Director.

Internal & External relationships

Internal

• SET Coordinator : hierarchical relationship – technical support – exchange of information
• Administrative Coordinator : exchange of information and collaboration on financial and planning matters
• HR Coordinator : exchange of information and collaboration on recruitment, training and, if need be, on team management problems
• Others Program Managers: SET program managers : exchange of information and coordination (integrated approach)
• Deputy PM : direct supervision

External

• Local governmental and non-governmental partners : exchange of information, coordination, training, supervision, influence on choice of technical options
• Local medical authorities : exchange of information, coordination, influence on choice of technical options
• Local representatives of international aid organizations : exchange of information

REPORTING RESPONSIBILITIES

• Monthly field activity reports
• Survey reports
• Assessment reports

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s degree in statistics, nutrition or related field.
• At least 5 years of experience in nutrition assessments and surveys as well as humanitarian work.

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

ESSENTIAL

• Excellent knowledge of SMART, LQAS, CSAS, SQUEAC methodologies
• Excellent writing and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Experience in nutrition program management in emergency set-up including proposal writing, project budget management, reporting and training provision.
• Good management and representation competencies.
• Excellent in influencing and negotiation skills.

PREFERRED

• Strong understanding of nutrition information system, monitoring and evaluation.
• Flexible personality and good negotiation skills.
• Willing for frequent travel to monitor activities.
• Easily integrate with remote areas living conditions.

Apply with resume and cover letter at http://actionagainsthunger.theresumator.com/apply/N4958k/Survey-Program-...

Reports to: Deputy Country Director (Programs)

Location: Juba, South Sudan – with frequent travel throughout South Sudan

Length of assignments: 3 or 9 months

Action Against Hunger is part of the ACF International network which provides humanitarian relief in over 40 countries worldwide in the sectors of nutrition, health, water/sanitation, & food security. ACF-USA, an independent NGO, currently manages operations in 7 countries. ACF-USA, has over $45 million in programs, approx. 55 staff based in NYC, 100 expatriate employees in the missions, & over 1,200 local staff.

Summary of activities

ACF plans to base a dedicated Nutrition Emergency Team (NET) in Juba, South Sudan to ensure the organization has sufficient capacity to quickly assess and respond to changing humanitarian needs. As a leading humanitarian agency in the nutrition sector, ACF will conduct initial assessments in response to reports of deteriorating conditions. Where appropriate ACF may also be requested to start initial activities or provide expertise to assist other implementing partners.

Essential requirements – specific roles

1.NET Coordinator

• Will function essentially as a Field Coordinator, reporting directly to the Deputy Country Director (DCD) or Country Director (CD)
• Responsible for overall coordination of the Nutrition Emergency Team, ensuring that work plans & deadlines for all responses are met
• Will manage contacts & coordination with UNICEF, Nutrition Cluster & other nutrition partners at Juba level (in liaison with Nutrition Coordinator / DCD as needed)
• In areas of operation responsible for:
• liaison with partners & other actors
• negotiations & relationships with authorities & community leaders
• Negotiating access to areas with humanitarian needs
• Experience managing security essential
• Candidates must have a strong understanding & experience of humanitarian principles

Apply with resume and cover letter at http://actionagainsthunger.theresumator.com/apply/ol6XDF/Nutrition-Emerg...

Description

Location: Juba, South Sudan

Term: Six months to one-year

BACKGROUND

Internews Network is an international media development organization based in Arcata, CA and Washington, DC whose mission is to empower local media worldwide to give people the news and information they need, the ability to connect, and the means to make their voices heard.

Internews has been working in South Sudan since 2006 to establish community radio station across the country, and to train South Sudanese journalists to operate them. We are also actively working to meet the critical information needs of the South Sudanese communities who have been impacted by the recent conflict.

GENERAL FUNCTION

The Systems Administrator is responsible for for effective provisioning, installation/ configuration, operation, and maintenance of all systems hardware and software and related infrastructure. S/he is also responsible for training, mentoring and building capacity in the local IT team.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned as business conditions require.

• Management of Windows Server 2012 based domain.
• IT asset management and inventory.
• Software license compliance.
• Network and firewall maintenance.
• Management of Antivirus systems.
• Develop and maintain installation and configuration procedures.
• Contribute to and maintain system standards.
• Perform daily system monitoring, verifying the integrity and availability of all hardware, server resources, systems and key processes, reviewing system and application logs, and verifying completion of scheduled jobs such as backups.
• Perform daily backup operations, ensuring all required file systems and system data are successfully backed up to the appropriate media, recovery tapes or disks are created, and media is recycled and sent off site as necessary.
• Perform regular file archival and purge as necessary.
• Create, change, and delete user accounts per request.
• Apply OS patches and upgrades on a regular basis, and upgrade administrative tools and utilities. Configure / add new services as necessary.
• Perform ongoing performance tuning, hardware upgrades, and resource optimization as required. Configure CPU, memory, and disk partitions as required.
• Supervise IT team in Juba and other locations.
• Train, mentor and continually work to build the capacity of the local IT team.
• Create work plans and training plans to proactively address all issues.
• Focus on preventative maintenance and skill building.
• Any other duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent experience.
• All required technical skills, including certifications as necessary.
• Proficient in MSCE, Cyberoam Firewalls, VSAT Internet, VPNs, domain trusts, Scripting skills.
• Proven ability to develop and monitor work plans and training plans.
• Practical experience in establishing and operating training programs.
• Experience living and working in Africa and/or conflict/post-conflict environments.
• Ability to adjust to shifting political circumstances and create programming accordingly.
• Sensitivity to cross-cultural dynamics in the work place and experience supervising staff.
• Must be self-reliant, resourceful, good problem-solver, good humored, and flexible.
• Excellent communication skills in English.
• Possess organizational skills and ability to prioritize work-load and meet deadlines.
• Ability to think strategically and solve problems.
• Ability to use own initiative, common sense and act quickly on issues.
• Ability to mentor junior staff and share knowledge with other staff.
• Ability to document all work done.
• Possess very good attention to detail.
• Ability to follow tasks through to completion unsupervised.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The employee must be able to lift up to 12Kg. Specific vision abilities required by this job include normal color perception and close vision for use of computer terminal and reading printed and electronic materials. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to the risk of radiation from regular exposure to computer VDTs.

TO APPLY:

Please visit Internews' website to apply:

https://ch.tbe.taleo.net/CH17/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=INTERNEWS&...

Or http://www.internews.org/jobs

General purpose

The Program coordinator will be responsible for the overall managing of the Women’s Rights Program and at the same time be the Gender Advisor for the whole of NPA’s South Sudan Program comprising of a Food and Sustainable Livelihood Program; a Health Program; a Humanitarian Demining Program and a Civil Society Development Program.

Major duties and responsibilities, as Women Rights Program Coordinator

• Strengthen the Women’s Rights Program by establishing a clear strategy for NPA’s intervention on women’s rights
• Strengthen links and cooperation of Women’s Rights Programs with other projects and programmes in the NPA South Sudan programme.
• Support national efforts on development of policies, strategies and laws that promote Women’s Rights at all levels.
• Together with partners advocate, lobby and negotiate with South Sudanese Government institutions at all levels on Women’s Rights issues.
• Networking with Civil Society Organisations, UN agencies and other stakeholders on women’s rights issues and representing NPA at meetings dealing with gender and Women’s Rights Issues.
• Strengthening of CSO’s/CBOs through capacity building and partnership.
• Document and share Project results, good practices and lessons learned.
• Fundraise for the Women’s Rights Program.
• Develop activity plans, M&E plans, donor reports etc.
• Supervise project staff, interns and consultants.
• Follow-up on financial, administrative and logistical aspects of the Women’s Rights projects.

Major duties and responsibilities, as Gender Advisor

• Support and monitor compliance with the NPA South Sudan Gender Policy in NPA Programmes and structures.
• Assist in mainstreaming gender in programs and organizational structures.
• Support the awareness raising and development of capacity on gender issues within NPA.

Requirements:

• At least 2 years’ experience as a Project coordinator in similar work settings.
• A Master’s degree in gender studies or equivalent.
• Proven track record in successful proposal writing.
• Ability to meet deadlines, make agreements and work calmly under pressure.
• Experience from working relations with national authorities, partner organisations and donors.
• Proficient in written and spoken English.
• Good knowledge in computer packages and report writing skills.
• Well-structured flexible and independent.
• A team player.

All applicants should submit non-returnable applications (covering letter, updated CV and photocopies of certificates) to the following address: hr-sud@npaid.orgorjubasec@npaid.org by (23^rd June 2014).

Applicants willing to submit hard copies applications may do so personally address to: The Human Resource Office along Airport Road, Hai Jalaba, and opposite the Joint Donors Team, Juba-South Sudan

Questions regarding the position can be directed to Nina Pedersen: ninap@npaid.org

We encourage qualified South Sudanese nationals/women in particular to apply for the position.

Only Short listed candidates will be contacted and applications received after closing of business on 23^rd June 2014 will not be considered

Location (Country & Base): South Sudan

Contract duration: 24 months

Starting date in-country: ASAP

Direct Line Manager:Deputy Country Director - Programs

Technical Supervisor: FSL Advisor

Objective 1: Coordinate FSL program according to ACF strategy and technical protocols and effectively manage teams

• Ensure a close and regular coordination with other technical departments (nutrition, WASH) in overall program coherence; and support departments (logistics, administration and human resources) in procurement planning and follow-up, cash forecasts and budget follow-ups, human resources planning and overall staff management
• Supervise FSL field PMs and conduct regular field visits
• Motivate and coordinate the FSL staff and within the rest of the team
• Provide continuous technical and organizational support and capacity building to PMs and their technical teams
• Ensure harmonization and coherence of FSL approach and activities across all program bases with the development of project implementation plans and regular follow-up
• Define objectives, update PM job descriptions and facilitate regular performance appraisals
• Identify training needs and work with HR department to develop and implement relevant training plans
• Ensure compliance of FSL program standards to achieve grant/funding objectives
• Work in close relation with FSL technical counterpart in HQ
• Promote an integrated approach among the WaSH, Nutrition and FSL sectors wherever feasible and justified
• Facilitate mainstreaming of DRM, gender and protection aspects
• Ensure accountability standards are mainstreamed across programs and build capacity among field staff where needed

Objective 2: Ensure continuous analysis of the overall humanitarian context and define ACF technical positioning

• Support the analysis of the humanitarian context in South Sudan, malnutrition causal factors and linkages through regular high quality field assessments, consultation with stakeholders and collection of secondary data
• Develop strategic positioning for the department in close consultation with field teams and other technical departments
• Collaborate with other technical coordinators to develop an integrated technical strategy; and support integrated program definition and implementation
• Draw from the strategic plan, other mission documents and broader analysis to identify new geographical areas of interest and or confirm existing areas
• Identify, propose and develop new program orientations, strategies and activities; in particular on the 2014 Emergency Response
• Serve as lead on new proposal development

Objective 3: Provide leadership on Monitoring, Evaluation, Documentation and Reporting activities

• Ensure the appropriate development and application of high quality technical monitoring systems, indicators and supporting tools to monitor the impact and outcome of FSL programs; ensure their harmonization across bases and build capacity of field teams on their implementation and regular timely use
• Provide direct support to program managers on program planning and monitoring (procurement planning, budget forecast and follow-up, monthly reports, technical reports, etc.)
• Ensure high quality technical and donor reporting across all program activities to ACF and donor standards
• Support learning and application of innovative approaches at field level in collaboration with other ACF technical departments and external partners
• Ensure documentation and capitalization of lessons learnt and good practices; and contribute to the preparation of publications, where applicable

Objective 4: Represent ACF externally in the South Sudan humanitarian community

• Represent ACF externally and coordinate with government authorities, NGOs, UN agencies and donor representatives as necessary
• Actively participate in national FSL coordination meetings (Food Security Cluster)
• Actively participate in the LAF, IPC Southern Sudan and SIFSIA working group, and other Government/UN forum
• Ensure active presence at the GOSS level meetings of various technical working groups, e.g. agriculture crop group, fisheries group etc.
• Ensure ACF’s strong presence at quarterly Livelihoods Analysis Forum (LAF) meeting and provide updates on the FSL situation and ACF interventions
• Develop a strong state and county level relationship with the Ministry of Agriculture/Animal Resources/Fisheries/Forestry
• Create links with various FSL actors working in the same geographical areas of intervention and develop partnerships where relevant and appropriate
• Ensure that relevant stakeholders have a clear understanding of ACF charter, background, program objectives and activities in the field

Internal & External relationships

Internal

• FSL Program Managers: hierarchical relationship – technical support – exchange of information [MC1]
• Nutrition and WASH Coordinators : exchange of information and collaboration on program issues
• Field Coordinator: exchange of information and collaboration on program, operational and security issues
• Head of Bases: Collaboration and exchange of information on relations with Government Institutions at district level, operational and security issues
• Logistic Coordinator: exchange of information, planning for input delivery and collaboration on other logistics matters
• Finance Coordinator: exchange of information and collaboration on financial and planning matters
• HR Coordinator: exchange of information and collaboration on recruitment, training and, if need be, on team management problems
• DCD Programs: hierarchical relationship –exchange of information and collaboration on strategic issues
• Country Director: hierarchical relationship –exchange of information and collaboration on strategic issues
• Technical Advisor at HQ level : Technical advice, exchange of information, and harmonization of systems and procedures

External

• National governmental and non-governmental partners : exchange of information, coordination, training, supervision, influence on choice of technical options
• Donor representatives
• Cluster and other coordination forums
• Other stakeholders

REPORTING RESPONSIBILITIES

• Monthly reports (narrative and APR), contribution to mission sitrep
• Donor reports & proposals
• FSL forum presentations and data presentation
• Ad-hoc reports (assessments reports, newsletter…)
• Capitalization reports

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum Masters degree in International Development, Rural Development, International Humanitarian Assistance, Agriculture, Livestock or related studies
• Minimum 5 years work experience in similar setting and responsibility

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

ESSENTIAL

• Excellent communication, writing and analytical skills
• Excellent management and representation competencies
• Excellent influencing and negotiation skills
• Experience in humanitarian settings delivering agriculture, livestock, cash or other livelihoods based programming, required in complex emergency and conflict/post conflict settings
• Experience designing an delivering training for national teams with low educational level
• Experience with major institutional and UN donors and donor procedures (ECHO/EC, OFDA/USAID, CIDA, SDC, etc.)
• Familiarity with ACF and acceptance of ACF’s principles

PREFERRED

• Experience in South Sudan
• Arabic an advantage
• Skills on statistical software (SPSS, SAS, etc.)

Apply with resume and cover letter at http://actionagainsthunger.theresumator.com/apply/WGTVVn/Food-Security-A...

PSI South Sudan seeks a qualified, talented and dynamic Candidate for the position of Vector Control Specialist.

Background:The National Malaria Control Programme (NMCP) located in the Ministry of Health, Directorate of Preventive Health Services along with other disease control programs. The NMCP has the overall responsibility of planning, implementation, reporting and monitoring of malaria activities to ensure malaria program objectives are achieved. The National Malaria Control Programme (NMCP) has the objective of reducing morbidity and mortality due to malaria.

Purpose:The purpose of this position is to support the NMCP through provision of expertise to the implementation of entomological surveillance and to update and review technical guidelines on LLIN distribution, and other related vector control guidelines that will support implementation of an IVM strategy for South Sudan. Provide any other needed support on Vector control issues.This position of the Vector control specialist will be based in the Ministry of Health to provide support to the National Malaria Control Program and build the program capacity. The Vector control specialist will directly report to the program manager and is accountable to the Ministry of Health.Specific task:

 Provide support to the NMCP in rolling out malaria vector control interventions. Work closely with the NMCP Vector Control officer to provide guidance and select representative sentinel sites for entomological surveillance

 Support the program to develop a training guideline for entomological surveillance, in line with the WHO standard guideline.

 Conduct entomological surveillance training for vector control officers and staff members who will be involved

 Provide support to ensure a robust Entomological surveillance system in the selected sentinel sites through ensuring routine timely and complete data collection, create and regularly update a data base for entomological surveillance.

 To support the vector control officer in consolidating and analyzing reports & data received from the partners and States on monthly and annual basis.

 To coordinate with the National medical entomology and vector control officers for ensuring corrective action based on analyses of reportsTo ensure, at all times, involvement of the national vector control officers in all entomological surveillance activities and implementation of other vector control activities to support build the national capacity on Vector control

 To support the establishment of the entomological laboratory in the National reference lab

 Support NMCP to put in place appropriate policies, strategies, operational guidelines and tools for integrated vector management with focus on malaria and in line with the WHO standards.

 To support MOH undertake a comprehensive situation analysis to establish vector control needs, current capacities and any gaps that need to be addressed.

 Support the NMCP to Establish a functional multi-disciplinary coordination mechanisms for integrated vector management and advocate for vector control interventions among key stakeholders.Deliverables:

1. Vector mapping and susceptibility study report by December 2014
2. Updated IVM strategy document by December 2014
3. LLIN distribution guidelines by October 2014
4. Training manual and tools for entomological surveillance by end August 2014 Qualifications and experience:

 Postgraduate qualification in entomology or other field of vector control from a recognized university At least 5 years experience in malaria vector control

 Highly effective management skills to assure timely, well-coordinated implementation

 Monitoring and Evaluation experience

 Person should have skill in operation of computer & various software

Should be proactive, willing to extensive travel and field visits.

Qualified Interested candidates are strongly encouraged to apply via email and send non returnable copyof their Cover Letter, Updated CV, and list of three professional referees address to: Senior Human Resources Officer, PSI South Sudan on email: jduku@psi-southsudan.org: Cc: achristopher@psi-southsudan.org.Please indicate clearly the Job Title on the Subject line of the email.

Roving EFSVL Coordinators

Fixed-term (12 months)

A political crisis within the Government of South Sudan (GoSS) which began on 15th December 2013 has spilled over into armed conflict based on ethnic divisions. The result of this has been significant movement as people have fled their homes within the capital, Juba, and other areas affected by fighting. Through its humanitarian response Oxfam’s objective is to reduce morbidity and mortality by delivering humanitarian assistance in WASH and EFSL to those affected by the current conflict.

As the Emergency Food Security and Vulnerable Livelihoods Coordinator, manage, support and oversee the analysis, design, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of food security and livelihoods programmes for the affected population, to meet immediate food and basic needs; and ensure livelihoods are supported and recovered.

We are looking for candidates with experience of design, implementation and scale up of (EFSVL) programmes including CTP in emergencies and experience in representing their organisation at external fora at national and international level. You should be a professionally qualified food security and livelihoods programme manager, preferably with experience in a large and / or complex organisation, conflict-sensitive programming and the ability to influence and support colleagues in appreciating the importance of financial standards, procedures and controls. Ideally you should have experience in market analysis and use of results to inform strategy and activities design; with the capacity to lead a market assessment like EMMA.

For more information and to apply, please click on the following link: https://jobs.oxfam.org.uk/vacancy/990/description/

Ref Number: INT0544

This position is contingent on funding

PROGRAM/ DEPARTMENT SUMMARY:

Mercy Corps has been operational in South Sudan since 2005 and is currently engaged in series of development and resiliency programming in the north of the country. Yet since the outbreak of fighting on December 15, 2013, Mercy Corps is launching emergency programming throughout its current areas of operation including: Warrup State (Twic County), Unity State (Bentiu, Koch and Leer) and the Abei Administrative Area. Unity State in particular is caught in the crossfire of the violence and, as such, there is a significant and growing level of humanitarian need. The emergency response program in Unity State provides life-saving support to IDPs and host communities affected by the current fighting. Mercy Corps is well represented in the northern states of South Sudan with field offices in each of these states/areas with its country office in the capital of Juba.

GENERAL POSITION SUMMARY:

The FSL Manager will manage activities related to the design, implementation and monitoring of newly funded emergency FSL programs in Unity State in South Sudan. Currently emergency FSL projects are being developed with anticipated funding by OFDA, CHF and ECHO. In this regard the FSL Manager will hold the following responsibilities: 1) assess and monitor humanitarian needs in FSL, 2) design and assist in the writing of new proposals, 3) scale up program activities and participate in interagency rapid mobile responses, and, 4) manage operations and logistics. The FSL Manager will need to be highly sensitive to the political dynamics of the country and have relevant security experience. This position requires strong technical, as well as exemplary coordination skills.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assessment of FSL needs in areas of operation
• Design new emergency FSL interventions
• Manage existing FSL programs in areas of intervention
• Participate in interagency rapid responses
• Communicate program goals and objectives with all team members, local beneficiaries, local and central government and the international community.
• Coordinate with other Mercy Corps field offices to ensure a high level of quality throughout our areas of reach.
• Coordinate with program, finance and administrative staff to ensure systems are in compliance with donor and Mercy Corps policies and procedures.
• Ensure program implementation is on time, on target and on budget using effective M&E systems.
• Ensure community involvement in all phases of the project cycle.
• Ensure that agreed upon beneficiary selection criteria are strictly followed to avoid duplication.
• Ensure a competitive and transparent bidding process in adherence with donor and organizational policies.
• Create and maintain systems ensuring effective and transparent use of financial resources for timely and informative reporting in line with donor and Mercy Corps policies and procedures.
• Ensure full adherence to security plans and protocols.

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

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

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: FSL Program Team in Southern Unity State.

ACCOUNTABILITY:

REPORTS DIRECTLY TO: Emergency Program Manager

WORKS DIRECTLY WITH: Operations Manager, Finance Manager.

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:

• MA/S or equivalent in agriculture, rural development, international development preferred
• 5 years’ experience in international relief and development in Africa, preferably including South Sudan
• Experience coordinating complex food security program portfolio
• Experience managing and implementing emergency food security programs
• History of working effectively and respectfully with host country government, INGO and NGO partners
• Experience working with programs in politically-turbulent and conflict environments
• Demonstrated ability to support complex programming and meet tight deadlines
• Skills in Arabic and/or local South Sudanese languages preferred

SUCCESS FACTORS:

Ability to effectively carry out duties as outlined in very challenging environment. Willingness to learn and work in accordance with Mercy Corps policy. Demonstrated ability to multi-task, meet deadlines and process information in support of changing program activities if necessary. A high professional standard of activity implementation, strong interpersonal and intellectual skills.

LIVING CONDITIONS/ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

This is an unaccompanied position, based in Ganyiel, Unity State. Accommodation is very basic (safari tents) – Ganyiel is a deep field location with little access to basic services. Staff will have access to basic medical services and will need to access Nairobi for anything requiring more advanced treatment. Housing is in a joint NGO compound with limited freedom of movement beyond the house/office.

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

This position is contingent on funding

PROGRAM/ DEPARTMENT SUMMARY:

Mercy Corps has been operational in South Sudan since 2005 and is currently engaged in series of development and resiliency programming in the north of the country. Yet since the outbreak of fighting on December 15, 2013, Mercy Corps is launching emergency programming throughout its current areas of operation including: Warrup State (Twic County), Unity State (Bentiu, Koch and Leer) and the Abei Administrative Area. Unity State in particular is caught in the crossfire of the violence and, as such, there is a significant and growing level of humanitarian need. The emergency response program in Unity State provides life-saving support to IDPs and host communities affected by the current fighting. Mercy Corps is well represented in the northern states of South Sudan with field offices in each of these states/areas with its country office in the capital of Juba.

GENERAL POSITION SUMMARY:

The FSL Manager will manage activities related to the design, implementation and monitoring of newly funded emergency FSL programs in Unity State in South Sudan. Currently emergency FSL projects are being developed with anticipated funding by OFDA, CHF and ECHO. In this regard the FSL Manager will hold the following responsibilities: 1) assess and monitor humanitarian needs in FSL, 2) design and assist in the writing of new proposals, 3) scale up program activities and participate in interagency rapid mobile responses, and, 4) manage operations and logistics. The FSL Manager will need to be highly sensitive to the political dynamics of the country and have relevant security experience. This position requires strong technical, as well as exemplary coordination skills.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assessment of FSL needs in areas of operation
• Design new emergency FSL interventions
• Manage existing FSL programs in areas of intervention
• Participate in interagency rapid responses
• Communicate program goals and objectives with all team members, local beneficiaries, local and central government and the international community.
• Coordinate with other Mercy Corps field offices to ensure a high level of quality throughout our areas of reach.
• Coordinate with program, finance and administrative staff to ensure systems are in compliance with donor and Mercy Corps policies and procedures.
• Ensure program implementation is on time, on target and on budget using effective M&E systems.
• Ensure community involvement in all phases of the project cycle.
• Ensure that agreed upon beneficiary selection criteria are strictly followed to avoid duplication.
• Ensure a competitive and transparent bidding process in adherence with donor and organizational policies.
• Create and maintain systems ensuring effective and transparent use of financial resources for timely and informative reporting in line with donor and Mercy Corps policies and procedures.
• Ensure full adherence to security plans and protocols.

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

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

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: FSL Program Team in Southern Unity State.

ACCOUNTABILITY:

REPORTS DIRECTLY TO: Emergency Program Manager

WORKS DIRECTLY WITH: Operations Manager, Finance Manager.

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:

• MA/S or equivalent in agriculture, rural development, international development preferred
• 5 years’ experience in international relief and development in Africa, preferably including South Sudan
• Experience coordinating complex food security program portfolio
• Experience managing and implementing emergency food security programs
• History of working effectively and respectfully with host country government, INGO and NGO partners
• Experience working with programs in politically-turbulent and conflict environments
• Demonstrated ability to support complex programming and meet tight deadlines
• Skills in Arabic and/or local South Sudanese languages preferred

SUCCESS FACTORS:

Ability to effectively carry out duties as outlined in very challenging environment. Willingness to learn and work in accordance with Mercy Corps policy. Demonstrated ability to multi-task, meet deadlines and process information in support of changing program activities if necessary. A high professional standard of activity implementation, strong interpersonal and intellectual skills.

LIVING CONDITIONS/ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

This is an unaccompanied position, based in Ganyiel, Unity State. Accommodation is very basic (safari tents) – Ganyiel is a deep field location with little access to basic services. Staff will have access to basic medical services and will need to access Nairobi for anything requiring more advanced treatment. Housing is in a joint NGO compound with limited freedom of movement beyond the house/office.

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

Please apply directly at:
http://mercycorps.silkroad.com/epostings/submit.cfm?fuseaction=app.dspjo...

Team Leader - Maban

We are looking for a highly qualified and dynamic Team Leader to manage the implementation of multi-sector refugee response in Upper Nile. The Team Leader will represent DRC locally with local government, other agencies and UNHCR while ensuring a cohesive integrated program is developed and implemented and provide support for DDG mine action activities in the same geographic area. The team leader will lead the strategic development of the program within a protection framework while ensuring internal standards in finance, human resources, logistics and procurement.

DRC’s programme in Maban County consists of 4 main areas:

•Camp management covering 80,000 refugees in two camps. The camp management programme includes also shelter, community services, livelihoods, and distribution non-food items.

•Protection, including GBV and conflict mitigation, in all four refugee camps in Maban County.

•Logistics: Vehicle workshop to carry out repair and maintenance for vehicles, trucks, generators.

•Host Community Recovery is a new programmatic focus started in 2013 to support host communities in an integrated approach including livelihoods support, protection and infrastructure development.

We offer a 6 months contract, renewable dependent on both funding and performance. Starting date will be 15th July 2014, and you must be willing and able to work in Maban, Upper Nile, South Sudan.

Salary and conditions will be in accordance with Danish Refugee Council’s Terms of Employment for Expatriates; please refer to www.drc.dk under Vacancies. This position will be placed at level A9.

About DRC

The Danish Refugee Council (DRC) is a private, independent, humanitarian organization working on all aspects of the refugee cause in more than twenty five countries throughout the world. The aim of DRC is to protect refugees and internally displaced persons (IDPs) against persecution and to promote durable solutions to the problems of forced migration, on the basis of humanitarian principles and human rights. DRC works in accordance with the UN Conventions on Refugees and the Code of Conduct for the ICRC and NGOs in Disaster Relief.

The protection and assistance to conflict affected population is provided within a long-term, regional and rights-based approach in order to constitute a coherent and effective response to the challenges posed by today’s conflicts. Assistance consists of relief and other humanitarian aid, rehabilitation, support to return and repatriation as well as promotion of long-term solutions to displacement and its causes. In addition, support and capacity building of local and national authorities and NGOs form an integral part of DRC’s work.

Interested?

Please see full advertisement on our website www.drc.dk.

Programme & Advocacy Advisor

Duty Station: Maban County – Refugee Response

We are looking for an intelligent, self-motivated Programme & Advocacy Advisor able to work with diverse teams of both national and international staff as well as local government authorities, UN agencies, I/NGOs and other partners under difficult, stressful and sometimes insecure conditions.

The Programme & Advocacy Advisor plays a key documentation and advocacy role for activities across both Doro and Batil refugee camps. The Programme & Advocacy Advisor will have responsibility for planning and executing certain project activities under the supervision of camp managers as required. Such activities may relate to any one of DRC’s intervention areas, such as shelter construction, community services, livelihoods and NFI distribution, as well as activities relating to Protection and/or Armed Violence Reduction. Management of project staff may be delegated to the Programme & Advocacy Advisor for these tasks. The Programme & Advocacy Advisor will be expected to deputize for Camp Managers in their absence.

We offer

We offer a minimum contract till end of December 2014. Salary and conditions will be in accordance with Danish Refugee Council’s Terms of Employment for Expatriates. This position will be placed at level A13.

Interested?

Please see full advertisement on our website: www.drc.dk

SGBV officer

Duty Station Maban – Refugee Response

We are looking for a highly qualified SGBV officer to join DRC Maban and play an active role in leading Sexual and Gender Based Violence (SGBV) prevention initiatives and empowering survivors in Doro and Batil camps.

The SGBV officer should be able to supervise and mentor a team of case managers, facilitate trainings to local government and community leaders, implement preventive community grants among refugee population and coordinate operations with UNHCR and other members of the SGBV and protection working groups.

We offer

DRC will offer the successful applicant a 6 months contract, renewable dependent on both funding and performance. You must be available to start work from July 1, 2014 and be willing and able to work in Maban.

Salary and conditions will be in accordance with Danish Refugee Council’s Terms of Employment for Expatriates. This position will be placed at level A12.

Interested?

Please see full advertisement on our website www.drc.dk

Lizzy Ansinghstraat 163

1072 RG Amsterdam, the Netherlands

+31 (0)20 620 00 05

www.hntpo.org

Rabobank NL47RABO0123585163

Donations NL64RABO0104080000

Chamber of Commerce no. 412 11 943

Volunteer Coach for Financial Administrative Manager (C-FAM) Job Title: Coach (C-FAM)
Location: Anywhere with three trips to HNTPO Juba and field office in South Sudan
Starting date: June or July

Period: July – November

Reports to: Country Director

1. GENERAL DESCRIPTION HealthNet TPO (HNTPO) has been active in South Sudan since 1996 with aims to improve the health condition of the population at risk. Currently HNTPO implements:

1) A health service delivery program in Western Bahr el Ghazal (WBEG) and Northern Bahr el Ghazal (NBEG), funded by DFID/Health Pooled Fund.

2) It is also one of the four members of the Dutch Consortium for Rehabilitation (DCR) that has been awarded Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs funding for the period 2011 – 2015. The main aims of the DCR program relate to strengthening health and community systems to ensure basic service provision with increasing involvement of civil society.

3) HNTPO is one of the 4 consortium members of the SHARP consortium, a sexual reproductive health project funded by the Dutch government. HNTPO is responsible for the implementation in NBEG.

The total annual project budget of all of HNTPO activities in South Sudan is around EURO 3,0 million.

The HNTPO country office is based in Juba. Each field location has its own office. The Finance and Administration Manager (FAM) is the most senior financial, logistics and administrative position in the HNTPO South Sudan programme. The FAM reports to the Country Director, is a member of the Country management team. The FAM is responsible for the whole administrative organization and reporting to stakeholders. He implements procedures, making sure they are followed and monitors all financial actions.

1. PURPOSE OF POSITION To provide support in the focused further development of the FAM in leadership competencies such as planning, risk identification, team building, staff coaching, communication and control by providing relevant one-to-one coaching.
2. CORE RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS:

· Conduct an analysis together with the FAM defining the desired change, talents to develop in SMART learning goals. Define the best approach on how to obtain the defined knowledge, skills and competencies. This can include support from the HQ financial controller. This will be done during a 2 week visit to Juba.

· Execute learning activities and provide coaching during the first visit and continue this from a distance (via e-mail, skype, phone)

· Following a period of distance support, a second follow up visit to Juba will be schedule to evaluate the learning results achieved so far and make adjustment to the to the learning goals and approach if necessary.

· Execute learning activities and provide coaching from a distance.

· Third and final visit to evaluate the effect of the process.

1. PROFILE

We are seeking candidates who are passionate goal-oriented professionals, committed to our mission with the following qualities:

· Seasoned manager in the field of finance, logistics or administration ;

· Proven experience coaching professionals in senior leadership roles;

· Knowledge of a variety of coaching techniques;

· Experience working in Africa is a pre;

· Patient and flexible person with a sense of humor and able to keep everything in perspective;

· Experience with institutional donor funding is a pre;

· Excellent command of written and spoken English.

For specific questions please contact our HRM department at

HealthNet TPO

Lizzy Ansinghstraat 163

1072 RG Amsterdam

The Netherlands

+31 (0)205120646

recruitment@hntpo.org

For more information on our organization, please check our website: www.hntpo.org

Please send your CV and application letter (including your motivation) to: recruitment@hntpo.orgby June 18, 2014. When applying, include the following title in the email subject line: C-FAM
Thank you for your willingness to help us in our efforts!

Formulation of IGAD Regional Strategy and

Medium-Term Implementation Plan 2016-2020

Baseline Studies at the National Level for IGAD Priority Sectors

National Consultants

General Terms of Reference

1. BACKGROUND

IGAD stands for the promotion of resilience and sustainable development of the region through regional integration, peace and security and agricultural development and environment protection in partnership with the member states, development partners, and multi-lateral, bilateral and civil society organizations.

As the current medium-term strategic plan 2011-2015 approaches its end, IGAD is embarking on the formulation of a new Regional Strategy and Implementation Plan for 2016-2020. The formulation process will be initiated by conducting baseline studies at the national level on each of the following IGAD priority sectors of intervention:

1. Agriculture, livestock and fisheries development
2. Natural resources and environment protection
3. Social Development
4. Economic cooperation and Integration
5. Peace and security; and
6. Gender affairs.

IGAD is seeking the services of six national consultants from each member state to undertake baseline studies in their country.

1. OBJECTIVES OF THE CONSULTANCY

The primary objective of the consultancy is to undertake a comprehensive baseline study at the national level on IGAD priority sectors of focusing on current status of the sector, development challenges and opportunities for the future.

3. SCOPE OF WORK

The national consultant for each baseline study will undertake an in-depth analytical review of status of the sector in the country. The consultant will assess the sector through the national development plans, sectoral strategies/policies and programmes, institutional structures and mechanisms, capacity, human and financial resources, development cooperation and partnerships, key achievements, lessons learned, challenges and opportunities for the future.

Further, the consultant will pursue an inclusive and participatory consultative process so that different stakeholders like national agencies, development partners, CSOs and UN-agencies can contribute to the final outcomes most effectively.

More specifically, the national consultant will:

Ø Participate in a launching/planning workshop to brainstorm and define the specifics and scope of the baseline studies;

Ø Review documents to understand and identify key development issues that prevail in the country highlighting national efforts, challenges and opportunities, lessons learned, etc. The documents would include the long-term national strategic plans and specific strategies, policies and programmes of the sector;

Ø Closely work with IGAD Strategy Preparation Committee and report to its sector leader;

Ø Consult and discuss issues with relevant ministries and institutions of the country to obtain their inputs/contributions;

Ø Consult with development partners and other regional and international organisations in the country to obtain their inputs/contributions;

Ø Identify trans-boundary issues that could be addressed best at the regional level;

Ø Coordinate/liaise with the other consultants who are preparing other baseline studies through various communication channels

Ø Prepare a “State of the Sector” country report of the sector;

Ø Organise a national workshop to review and validate the draft “State of the Sector” country report;

Ø Submit the final the “State of the Sector” country report by incorporating the comments from the workshop.

4. TIME FRAME

The duration of the consultancy will be between 30 and 60 calendar days.

5. DELIVERABLES

The main deliverables of the consultancy will be:

· Inception report with a detailed work plan for of the baseline study

· First draft of the baseline study (State of the Sector Report)

· Validation workshop report

· Final version of the baseline study report (State of the Sector Report) to be submitted in soft copy MS word in English (French for Djibouti)

6. QUALIFICATIONS OF THE CONSULTANT

Applications are invited from suitably qualified individuals from the IGAD member states. The applicant should have:

· A Masters or higher degree from a recognised/reputable university;

· At least 7 years of relevant professional experience in the field of the baseline study;

· Excellent working knowledge of English (French for Djibouti);

· Strong communication and presentation skills;

· The capability to initiate the study within two weeks of being awarded the contract.

Interested persons should submit their applications, copies of CVs (five pages maximum) together with photocopies of university degrees/diplomas and professional certificates by email to

"IGAD Human Resources"hr@igad.int

with a copy to ahmed.habbane@igad.int

Each candidateis advised to specify in the application his/her country and quote the Title and the Reference of the sector he/she is applying for from the list below.

1.*Agriculture, livestock and fisheries development (Ref: IRS/BS/ALFS 2014)*

2.*Natural resources and environment protection(Ref: IRS/BS/NREP 2014)*

3.*Social Development (Ref: IRS/BS/SD 2014)*

4.*Economic cooperation and Integration (Ref: IRS/BS/ECRI 2014)*

5.*Peace and security (Ref: IRS/BS/PS 2014)*

6.*Gender affairs (Ref: IRS/BS/GA 2014).*

Further, please note that:

· The deadline for acceptance of applications is 14:30 pm, Sunday 22^nd June 2014 (Djibouti time);

· Applications that do not have specific Title and Ref of a sector will not be considered.

· Applications for multiple sectors will be discarded.

· Preference will be given to organisations/consultants based in the IGAD region with proven relevant experience in undertaking a task of similar magnitude.

· Short-listed candidates ONLY shall be contacted by IGAD for interviews;

· IGAD is an equal opportunities employer and qualified females are encouraged to apply.

Formulation of IGAD Regional Strategy and

Medium-Term Implementation Plan 2016-2020

Baseline Studies at the National Level for IGAD Priority Sectors

National Consultants

General Terms of Reference

1. BACKGROUND

IGAD stands for the promotion of resilience and sustainable development of the region through regional integration, peace and security and agricultural development and environment protection in partnership with the member states, development partners, and multi-lateral, bilateral and civil society organizations.

As the current medium-term strategic plan 2011-2015 approaches its end, IGAD is embarking on the formulation of a new Regional Strategy and Implementation Plan for 2016-2020. The formulation process will be initiated by conducting baseline studies at the national level on each of the following IGAD priority sectors of intervention:

1. Agriculture, livestock and fisheries development
2. Natural resources and environment protection
3. Social Development
4. Economic cooperation and Integration
5. Peace and security; and
6. Gender affairs.

IGAD is seeking the services of six national consultants from each member state to undertake baseline studies in their country.

1. OBJECTIVES OF THE CONSULTANCY

The primary objective of the consultancy is to undertake a comprehensive baseline study at the national level on IGAD priority sectors of focusing on current status of the sector, development challenges and opportunities for the future.

3. SCOPE OF WORK

The national consultant for each baseline study will undertake an in-depth analytical review of status of the sector in the country. The consultant will assess the sector through the national development plans, sectoral strategies/policies and programmes, institutional structures and mechanisms, capacity, human and financial resources, development cooperation and partnerships, key achievements, lessons learned, challenges and opportunities for the future.

Further, the consultant will pursue an inclusive and participatory consultative process so that different stakeholders like national agencies, development partners, CSOs and UN-agencies can contribute to the final outcomes most effectively.

More specifically, the national consultant will:

Ø Participate in a launching/planning workshop to brainstorm and define the specifics and scope of the baseline studies;

Ø Review documents to understand and identify key development issues that prevail in the country highlighting national efforts, challenges and opportunities, lessons learned, etc. The documents would include the long-term national strategic plans and specific strategies, policies and programmes of the sector;

Ø Closely work with IGAD Strategy Preparation Committee and report to its sector leader;

Ø Consult and discuss issues with relevant ministries and institutions of the country to obtain their inputs/contributions;

Ø Consult with development partners and other regional and international organisations in the country to obtain their inputs/contributions;

Ø Identify trans-boundary issues that could be addressed best at the regional level;

Ø Coordinate/liaise with the other consultants who are preparing other baseline studies through various communication channels

Ø Prepare a “State of the Sector” country report of the sector;

Ø Organise a national workshop to review and validate the draft “State of the Sector” country report;

Ø Submit the final the “State of the Sector” country report by incorporating the comments from the workshop.

4. TIME FRAME

The duration of the consultancy will be between 30 and 60 calendar days.

5. DELIVERABLES

The main deliverables of the consultancy will be:

· Inception report with a detailed work plan for of the baseline study

· First draft of the baseline study (State of the Sector Report)

· Validation workshop report

· Final version of the baseline study report (State of the Sector Report) to be submitted in soft copy MS word in English (French for Djibouti)

6. QUALIFICATIONS OF THE CONSULTANT

Applications are invited from suitably qualified individuals from the IGAD member states. The applicant should have:

· A Masters or higher degree from a recognised/reputable university;

· At least 7 years of relevant professional experience in the field of the baseline study;

· Excellent working knowledge of English (French for Djibouti);

· Strong communication and presentation skills;

· The capability to initiate the study within two weeks of being awarded the contract.

Interested persons should submit their applications, copies of CVs (five pages maximum) together with photocopies of university degrees/diplomas and professional certificates by email to

"IGAD Human Resources"hr@igad.int

with a copy to ahmed.habbane@igad.int

Each candidateis advised to specify in the application his/her country and quote the Title and the Reference of the sector he/she is applying for from the list below.

1.*Agriculture, livestock and fisheries development (Ref: IRS/BS/ALFS 2014)*

2.*Natural resources and environment protection(Ref: IRS/BS/NREP 2014)*

3.*Social Development (Ref: IRS/BS/SD 2014)*

4.*Economic cooperation and Integration (Ref: IRS/BS/ECRI 2014)*

5.*Peace and security (Ref: IRS/BS/PS 2014)*

6.*Gender affairs (Ref: IRS/BS/GA 2014).*

Further, please note that:

· The deadline for acceptance of applications is 14:30 pm, Sunday 22^nd June 2014 (Djibouti time);

· Applications that do not have specific Title and Ref of a sector will not be considered.

· Applications for multiple sectors will be discarded.

· Preference will be given to organisations/consultants based in the IGAD region with proven relevant experience in undertaking a task of similar magnitude.

· Short-listed candidates ONLY shall be contacted by IGAD for interviews;

· IGAD is an equal opportunities employer and qualified females are encouraged to apply.

Salary: 25,596 - 34,617 GBP per annum net, plus location allowance (net salary means that Oxfam GB will meet the tax and social security liabilities of post-holder in addition to net salary)

Contract Type: Fixed Term

Hours: Full Time – 40 per week

Oxfam works with others to overcome poverty and suffering. As an Oxfam employee, you will join a team of professionals that is part of the international confederation of 17 organizations networked together in 94 countries. As part of a global movement for change, we are working together to end world poverty and injustice.

A political crisis within the Government of South Sudan which began on 15th December 2013 has spilled over into armed conflict. The result of this has been significant population movement as people have fled their homes within the capital, Juba, and other areas affected by fighting

We are looking for an experienced WASH professional to coordinate Oxfam’s WASH programme in different locations such as Juba, Unity, Upper Nile and Jongle.

There are two fixed term posts available, 1 roving & 1 based in Juba.

Candidates will need proven experience of coordinating large water sanitation programmes. Importantly, they will also need substantial experience in developing countries in appropriate water supplies, sanitation and hygiene promotion. It is desirable that some of this experience should have been in emergency relief programmes. Candidates will also require a good understanding of the public health needs of poor rural and urban communities and of appropriate ways of tackling them, including the particular needs of women in this context.

Applications must be submitted through our online system. For further information about the role and to apply please go to: https://jobs.oxfam.org.uk/vacancy/938/description/ or go to http://www.oxfam.org.uk/what-we-do/about-us/working-at-oxfam and search for job reference INT0513.

Please note this is a rolling recruitment and applicants may be contacted prior to the close date.

All applications must be submitted in English and include an English CV.

For general enquiries about this role (not to apply) please email hdhr@oxfam.org.uk.

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

Background:

South Sudan is emerging from decades of conflict rooted in disputes over religion, ethnicity, resources and governance. Independence in July 2011 ushered in an era of post-conflict development; however, the security situation remains fragile and testing operational challenges abound. IRC has been in South Sudan since 1989, and continues working in support of the organizational mandate to assist people on the journey from harm to home. IRC South Sud an operates a country office in Juba and field offices in Lakes, Unity, Northern Bahr el Ghazal and Eastern Equatoria States.

Responsibilities:

Under the direction of the IRC-SS Finance Controller, the finance manager shall perform the following:

General Accounting

* Manage day to day operations of the finance team

* Support the implementation of finance policies, procedures and systems. Ensure compliance with IRC procedures and guidelines

* Act at all times in accordance with country law and standards of accounting practice

* Review, or oversee review of, all POs and PRs for proper coding and budget adequacy\

* Perform or supervise the posting of entries ensuring proper controls are in place.The posting process must use Donor Mapping Sheets to minimize the number of adjusting journal entries

* In liaison with Logistics and Administration departments, prepare commitment lists every month and assure thei r inclusion in BvAs

* Supervise the review of all payment documents for proper documentation

* Review all expenditure worksheets for accuracy and completeness

* Review spreadsheets from field sites before uploading to sun

* Overseee feedback to Field Finance Officers regarding their monthly reports

* Supervising the monthly financial close process and ensure timely, complete and accurate submission to IRC NY after review and approval by the Finance Controller

* Set up and maintain Cost Pool Allocations assuring that the appropriate documentation (allocation formulas, time sheets, etc) supporting the allocations are updated, approved and filed

* Ensure Tax (PIT) liability is paid to GOSS on a monthly basis on or before 30th of every month.

* Complete the month-end up loading to SUN.

* Produce monthly and quarterly reports to be reviewed by Finance Controller and CD before due dates

* Conduct regular timeshe ets audits

* Every month Forward outstanding personal advances and charges related to T7 to the Payroll Administrator for recovery

* Review bank reconciliation monthly

* Assure field office financial systems are up-to-date and used correctly and consistently

Budgeting

* Assure compliance with, donor budget guidelines and instructions

* Prepare detailed budgets in IRC SUN format to input into proposals and to ensure that required donor reports can be produced from the accounting system.

* Ensure that BVAs (Budget Vs Actual) reports are accurate, complete and timely emailed to SMT, Grants Coordinator, Field and Program Managers/Coordinators the 18th of every month

* Closely monitor all grants to ensure that no major categories are overspent or under spent

* Prepare of donor reports by the due dates.

* Analyze BvAs to identify problems in accounting or compliance

* Review of actual vs. b udget results to ensure maximum utilization of budgeted amounts and to provide recommendations for realignments as required.

Personnel Management

* Supervise the technical performance of subordinates for efficiency and reliability

* Serve as a technical resource person for the finance team

* Identify of procedural or training issues to be addressed to improve the quality of report data.

* Provide training to program staff on finance issues.

* In coordination with supervisor, carry out appraisals for staff in the department.

* Hire and retain highly motivated team of staff.

Security/Communication

* Communicate with Finance Controller on security issues within the office and outside the office

* Report any irregularities (violations of the IRC Sexual Abuse and Exploitation Code of Conduct or fiscal improprieties) that occur within the IRC office or staff compounds

Common Duties

* Attend and participate in trainings identified/organized by your supervisor.

* Follow procedures and guidelines designated in circulars from IRC Headquarters, the Country Director or the Finance Controller

* Perform other duties as may be assigned by your supervisor.

Qualifications

* Degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Commerce or Finance, with recognized professional certificate in accounting

* Minimum of three (3) years of accounting experience

* Computer literate with significant experience in excel, accounting package knowledge (SUN system) will be an added advantage

* The candidate should be mature, with stable personality and ability to maintain confidentiality

* Willing to work hard in a challenging envrionment

Skills

* Good written and verbal skills in the English language

* Attentive to details

* Ability to ca rry out responsibilities independently with minimal technical support

* Good communication skills that function across a diversity of cultures, ability to work well with a team of colleagues

* Good at roles of facilitator and team player in solving problems and implementing system and finance procedures

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Security:

The security level in Juba is yellow (normal program operations). IRC South Sudan maintains a midnight to dawn curfew. Security concerns include common criminality in town, and localized intertribal fighting and armed clashes in rural areas

Housing:

The Finance Manager shall reside in a private, ensuite, bedroom in an IRC guest house with shared kitchen and living room with DSTV, wireless internet and electricity at least a few hours per day. Food is the individual’s responsibility – the location differential covers this cost.

Please follow this link to apply:
http://www.aplitrak.com/?adid=a2ltbC45MjAwMi4zODMwQGlyYy5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20

Handicap International is an independent and impartial international aid organisation working in situations of poverty and exclusion, conflict and disaster. Working alongside persons with disabilities and other vulnerable groups, our action and testimony are focused on responding to their essential needs, improving their living conditions and promoting respect for their dignity and their fundamental rights. Handicap International is a not-for-profit organisation with no religious or political affiliation. It operates as a federation made up of a network of associations that provide it with human and financial resources, manage its projects and implement its actions and social mission. For more details on the association: http://www.handicap-international.fr/en/s/index.html

Handicap International is in South Sudqn since 2006, working in both development and emergency activities according to the context. Sudan was the theatre of a violent civil war between the South (Christian) and the North (Muslim) which lasted for about 50 years, and completely destroyed the South’s infrastructures.

In December 2013, a political power struggle broke out between President Kiir and his ex-deputy Riek Machar, accused of attempting a coup d’etat. Although both men have supporters from across South Sudan's ethnic divides, subsequent fighting has been communal, with rebels targeting members of Mr Kiir's Dinka ethnic group and government soldiers attacking Nuers (Machar ethnic group). More than 800,000 people have been displaced inside South Sudan and more than 250,000 people have fled to neighbouring countries, especially Kenya, Sudan, and Uganda, as a result of the conflict.

South Sudan is acknowledged to have some of the worst health indicators in the world. The under-five infant mortality rate is 135.3 per 1,000, whilst maternal mortality is the highest in the world at 2,053.9 per 100,000 live births.
The level of education and competencies is very limited. Lack of any domestic production makes the country highly dependent on external supplies of goods and services.

Based in Juba, the Project Manager, under the supervision of the Program Director, will ensure the efficient management of the project : ‘Touching Minds, Raising Dignity. Stop the stigma of people living with mental health problems in 4 countries in crisis and post-crisis” (Togo, Lebanon, Madagascar, South Sudan)

This 48 months project will start in 2014 with a total budget for South Sudan actions of 570,000 Euro, funded by the French Development Agency (AFD) (60%) and Handicap International’s own funds (40%). Initial assessments and project’s writing for South Sudan have been done in january 2013. According to the recent crisis and context’s changements since december 13, a 1 month support mission has been done in may 2014 to update the project’ activities.

Overall Objective of the project: Social and civic participation of people living with mental health issues has improved in 4 countries in crisis or post-, crisis (Togo, Madagascar, Lebanon South Sudan).

Specific objectives: - Promoting innovative intervention models in mental health and psychosocial support can improve the governance of public policies for health, social and penitentiary sectors - Strengthening technical and organizational capacity of multisectoral services institutions prisons and psychiatric hospitals improves access to care and coverage of basic needs of people living with mental health problems - Strengthening technical and organizational capacity of community service organizations of civil society improves the protection of rights of people living with mental health problems - Alignment of interventions and the promotion of innovative caps allow building an international advocacy on social and civic participation of people living with mental health problems and strengthen the capacity of its partners and HI models the theme of mental health / psychosocial support

Main responsibilities:

Based in Juba, under the responsibility of the Program Director, the Project Manager will be responsible for: - Defining the strategy of intervention within the project and related operational modalities and tools/ implementing activities as described in the proposal and monitor the result achievements and indicators as per indicated in the logical framework - Managing the operational team that come under his/her responsibility - Ensuring that all activities that are implemented are carried out well following quality and technical standard and, if necessary, proposes adjustment or improvements to meet the objectives - Representing Handicap International and the project with any relevant stakeholders - Ensuring the financial and logistics monitoring of the project in close collaboration with the support department and making sure HI procedures are respected

You have/are: -Diploma: Master Degree in Public Health, Psychology or Humanitarian project management Essential experience: - At least 3 years experience in working with NGOs and civil society in developing countries - At least 2 years experience as a Project Manager/ Head of project position - Experience of working on mental health/ Psychosocial activities/ Community Based rehabilitation

Competencies: - Proven ability in mobilizing community networks, awareness raising and advocacy - Proven ability to manage a partnership - Experience in participatory approach to work with community based organizations - Excellent reporting capacity (written and oral communication) - English speaking mandatory - French really an added value (French donor, French reporting)

Personnel qualities: - Strong people/team management skills - Patience, flexibility and diplomacy abilities - Stress resistant in a very challenging surrounding - Sense of humour

Salary: between 2000€ to 2400 € gross salary/month + 457 Euros net/month expatriation allowance + 50% of the medical cover taken in charge by HI + repatriation insurance Or Volunteer: 750 or 850 Euros monthly indemnity + living allowance paid on the field + accommodation + 100% of the medical cover taken in charge by HI + repatriation insurance

Thank you to apply directly on our website: www.handicap-international.fr or by clyquing on this link: http://hi.profilsearch.com/recrute/fr/fo_annonce_voir.php?id=466&idparte...

Background/Justification

In order to ensure that suppliers comply properly with the terms of UNICEF's purchase order in respect of product specification, quality, marking, packaging and delivery requirements. UNICEF reserves the right to inspect or have inspected the goods at any reasonable time during the manufacturing stage and/or prior to shipment delivery.

The nature of the goods determines whether inspection should tale place during manufacture or prior to shipment, (or delivery in the case of local procurement)

Inspection is advisable when goods are bought under a technical specification setting out certain quality requirements by reference to a sample or national or international standard, and particularly when such goods are bought in large volume. For this type of goods, controls on quality, quantity, marking and packaging of the consignment can be of particular importance.

RFP RESPONSE FORMAT

Full proposals should be submitted in ENGLISH and must be received not later 30/06/2014 at 03:00 pmin three (03) original copies, duly signed and dated.Bidders must submit a sealed proposal, with two separate sealed envelopes inside for a) the Technical Proposal and b) the Price Proposal.

Sealed proposals must be securely closed in suitable envelopes and dispatched to arrive at the UNICEF office indicated no later than the closing time and date. They must be clearly marked as follows:

· Outer envelope: Name of company

RFP number

UNICEF South Sudan, Juba Office

Address: Toto Chan Compound, Juba.

· Inner envelope – technical proposal: Name of company, RFP number - technical proposal

· Inner envelope - price proposal: Name of company, RFP number - price proposal

Proposals received in any other manner will be invalidated.

Sealed proposals received prior to the stated closing time and date will be kept unopened. The responsible officers will open technical proposals [publicly] when the specified time has arrived and no proposal received thereafter will be considered. UNICEF will accept no responsibility for the premature opening of a proposal not properly addressed or identified. Any delays encountered in the mail delivery will be at the risk of the bidder.

Offers delivered at a different address or in a different form than prescribed in this RFP, or which do not respect the required confidentiality, or received after the designated time and date, will be rejected.

All references to descriptive materials should be included in the appropriate response paragraph, though the material/documents themselves may be provided as annexes to the proposal/response. The bidder must also provide sufficient information in the proposal to address each area of the Proposal Evaluation contained in 1.10 to allow the evaluation team to make a fair assessment of the candidates and their proposal

See more details in the bid document attached.

SEALEDoffers must be placed in the bid box at theSupply & Procurement Office in the UNICEF Juba office up to 03:00pm on the 30th/06/2014:

UNICEF South Sudan Country Office

Supply & Procurement Office B8

Bid Reference Number: LRFP-JB-2014-9112533

Totto Chan Compound

P.O. Box 45, Juba

Republic of South Sudan

DanChurchAid (DCA) is looking for an energetic and proactive Project Coordinator (PC) for a humanitarian operation. The duty station is Juba with frequent travels to the field.

DCA has developed a multi-sector humanitarian program as a response to the recent conflict in the areas between Sudan and South Sudan. DCA is working with local and international partners. Gender is a cross cutting priority and community driven activities and capacity development of partners are key components.

The main responsibilities of the Project Coordinator are:

• Coordination and line management of DCA staff assigned to the program (project officer, humanitarian officer, finance officer)
• Grant management including proposal writing, field monitoring and effective implementation of programme; ensuring high quality donor reports and budget monitoring
• Capacity building and dialogue with local partners
• Coordination with donors and relevant internal and external stakeholders
• The Project Coordinator refers to the DCA Regional Representative.

Your profile

• You have a relevant university degree and are an outgoing, results-oriented and proactive person with at least 7 years relevant work experience, incl. work in complex humanitarian situations in Africa and programme management. You have extensive knowledge of working with grant management and donor relations.
• You have a good understanding of working with many stakeholders and are able to both assist and learn from DCA’s local partners.
• You are confident in the role as manager and facilitator with excellent communication, coordination, and problem solving skills, you are flexible and able to adapt to a multi-cultural environment, and you are fluent in written and spoken English.

DCA offers

• A one-year contract starting as soon as possible.
• Competitive salary and benefits incl. R&R.
• Comprehensive insurance, paid roundtrips and accommodation at DCA Guest House in Juba will be provided.

Submit your application

The closing date for application is June 19, 2014. As a minimum, please upload a motivation letter, your CV and latest relevant diploma. Skype interviews are planned to take place the following week.

DCA promotes equal opportunity in terms of gender, race/ethnicity and belief and encourages all qualified and interested candidates to apply.

About Us

DanChurchAid is a faith-based, non-missionary relief and development organization based in Copenhagen, Denmark, and founded in 1922. DCA has been in Sudan for over 25 years, and played a key role in delivering assistance during the civil war. Our key competencies are food security and food crisis response, civil society development, and humanitarian mine action. People of all faiths and backgrounds are welcome to work for DCA. Other than Humanitarian Mine Action, all of DCA’s projects are implemented through partner organizations, where DCA plays a key role in funding, monitoring, and supporting partners. DCA is a member of the Action by Churches Together worldwide Alliance, one of the largest NGO Alliances in the world, and is a member of the Steering Committee for Humanitarian Response. For more on DCA, please be referred to www.danchurchaid.org

To apply online, please go to "get involved" at www.danchurchaid.org

Title: Media and Communications Officer

Duty Station:Juba, South Sudan, with frequent travel in South Sudan

Responsible to: Country Director

Coordinates with: ACD-P, Program Coordinators, Technical Advisors, spokespeople

Duration: 3 months

Purpose / Role

Maximize positive media coverage and fundraising opportunities and support accountability to key stakeholders by communicating the humanitarian situation and CARE's emergency operations. In the case of slow-onset or chronic emergencies, a focus on special media/communications projects is critical to build and maintain awareness of the crisis. This position reports directly to the Country Director or Emergency Team Leader.

Responsibilities and Tasks

1. External Liaison and Communications

• Develop and amend as necessary an initial media strategy for national and international media.
• Develop and maintain excellent relationships with key national and international journalists, other CI Communications Officers, and with representatives of other NGOs, etc.
• Act as the main point of contact for media and respond to requests for information from journalists, members of CI, and donors, including arranging interviews and field visits.
• Act as spokesperson for the organization when appropriate and with approval of the CD.
• Prepare, distribute and log press releases.
• Conduct regular field visits to interview staff and beneficiaries, write human interest stories and take photos and video.
• Work with national communications officer (if available), CD and Emergency Team to determine how to liaise with local media.
• Participate in the Communications to Disaster-affected Communities (CDAC) working group or public information working group if active.

2. Internal Liaison and Communications

• Work with CI Communications Officers to be aware of which journalists are travelling to the region and report contacts of international journalists to respective national CARE offices.
• Disseminate a steady flow of information (updates, human interest stories, talking points and Q&As, blogs etc) to the CI Communications Officers for internal and external dissemination as per the CI Emergency Media Management Checklist.
• Regularly provide high-resolution, good quality digital images of the emergency and CARE’s work.
• Provide video of the emergency and CARE’s work.
• Monitor print and electronic media for mentions of CARE and other topics of interest to the organization, and inform the Country Director, Emergency Team Leader and CI Communications Officers of anything important.
• Identify and create talking points/Q&As for potential sensitive issues and inform the Country Director, Emergency Team Leader and CI Communications Officers.

3. Training

• Give media training for designated spokespeople.
• Offer immediate media coaching for those about to do a media interview.
• Provide communications and media coaching to the national communications officer if available and where appropriate.

4. Media Monitoring and Evaluation

• Compile a log of media calls.
• Work with CI Communications Officers to monitor media and compile a list of national/international media coverage.
• Work with CI Communications Officers and the CI Media and Communications Coordinator to produce a ‘lessons learned’ document and make recommendations for future operations.

Key Internal Contacts:Country Director, Emergency Team, CI Communications Officers, Head of Global Communications, CI Media and Communications Coordinator.

Key external contacts: Journalists, photographers, media/communications officers from other NGOs, government etc.

Reporting lines:Reports to the Emergency Team Leader/ Country Director with a dotted line reporting to the CI Media and Communications Coordinator.

Selection Criteria

Core Competencies

• People Skills: Ability to work independently and as a team player who demonstrates leadership and is able to support and train local and international staff and also able to work with disaster affected communities in a sensitive and participatory manner.
• Communication Skills: Well developed written and oral communication skills. Able to communicate clearly and sensitively with internal and external stakeholders as a representative of CARE. This includes effective negotiation and representation skills.
• Integrity: Works with trustworthiness and integrity and has a clear commitment to CARE's core values and humanitarian principles.
• Resilience/Adaptability and flexibility: Ability to operate effectively under extreme circumstances including stress, high security risks and harsh living conditions. Works and lives with a flexible, adaptable and resilient manner.
• Awareness and sensitivity of self and others: Demonstrates awareness and sensitivity to gender and diversity. Have experience and the ability to live and work in diverse cultural contexts in a culturally appropriate manner. Has a capacity to make accurate self-assessment particularly in high stress and high security contexts.
• Work style: Is well planned and organized even within a fluid working environment and has a capacity for initiative and decision making with competent analytical and problem solving skills.
• Knowledge and skills: knowledge of CARE policies and procedures, Sphere and the Red Cross/ NGO Code of Conduct. Requires general finance, administration, information management and telecommunication skills and proficiency in information technology/ computer skills.
• 3 – 5 years humanitarian aid experience.
• Multiple language skills desirable.

Technical Competencies

• Prior experience travelling to, or working in, a developing country for CARE or another humanitarian agency in an emergency environment. A minimum of two-three years experience working with an NGO or UN agency, or equivalent, is preferred.
• Fluent written and spoken English. Preference will be given to candidates who speak more than one CI Member working language.
• Experience as a spokesperson.
• Experience working in journalism, communications, media, or PR; CARE-specific media work preferred.
• Strong understanding of print, radio, television and online media.
• Intermediate photography and/or filming skills.
• Additional technical skills are desirable, including proficiency in Adobe Photoshop or photo-editing software and movie-editing software such as Adobe Premier.
• Ability to work independently and as a team player.
• Works with trustworthiness and integrity and has a clear commitment to CARE's core values and principles.
• Ability to operate effectively in stressful situations, including working overtime.
• Gender awareness and cultural sensitivity.
• Good time management and problem solving skills.

Contacts: Sandra Bulling, Media and Communications Coordinator, CARE International, bulling@careinternational.org, +41 79 205 6951