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Malawi: Senior Technical Assistant - Public Health Institute Malawi

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Organization: International Training and Education Center for Health
Country: Malawi
Closing date: 19 Jul 2013

The International Training and Education Center for Health (I-TECH) is a collaboration between the University of Washington and the University of California, San Francisco. It is a center in the University of Washington's Department of Global Health and has offices throughout Africa, Asia, and the Caribbean. I-TECH's 700 worldwide staff work in partnership with local ministries of health, universities, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), medical facilities, and other organizations to support the development of a skilled health work force and well-organized national health delivery systems. I-TECH's activities occur primarily in the technical areas of health system strengthening; health workforce development; operations research and evaluation; and prevention, care, and treatment of infectious diseases.

The primary purpose of this position is to assist in the development of the Public Health Institute of Malawi (PHIM), a newly formed public trust mandated to provide national leadership in communicable and non-communicable epidemiological surveillance, public health research, and prevention and control of diseases of major public health importance. The PHIM will collate, analyze and interpret real time public health data to provide scientific and technical guidance to Ministry of Health (MOH) and other stakeholders for evidence informed public health policy development and in formulation of public health interventions. It shall coordinate selection, design, and implementation of proven models and best practices for the investigation and management of public health emergencies as well as piloting of innovative public health interventions in disease control and prevention. The Institute will act in an advisory role to the health sector on effective public health interventions in order to promote and protect health.

At present, the PHIM is operating within the MOH, supported by a combination of MOH and donor funding. Key immediate objectives of PHIM include defining an organizational structure and systems, transitioning current MOH systems and functions into a semi-autonomous public trust in line with the PHIM strategic plan, and identifying additional staff and resources. The MOH is recruiting a Senior Technical Assistant to facilitate the development process as well as establish systems for the functional units of the Institute.

The incumbent will provide technical support in the development of the Institute and align it with the health sector strategies. Responsibilities include technical advice in strategy development, program planning and evaluation, policy and program formulation, setting up systems for the functional units of the Institute, and assessing training needs of the Institute.

Strategic Planning: 60% * Provide high level technical and strategic advice to PHIM and MOH management to finalize and implement the PHIM 5-year Strategic Plan for 2012-2017 * Advise and facilitate the development of systems and procedures and the formulation of policies, standards and guidelines necessary for PHIM to carry out both technical and operational aspects of its strategic plan, including: - Assess existing MOH systems for public health surveillance, routine data collection and data analysis, and use for disease prevention and outbreak response, and guide development of new systems and procedures where necessary - Identify competecies required for each PHIM functional unit in order to set up systems for the same, and develop a framework to assess gaps and training needs - Advise PHIM management on operational planning in line with the strategic plan, including finalization of the 3-year work plan and annual work plans

Program Monitoring & Evaluation: 20% * Support PHIM on the development and implementation of a monitoring, evaluation and reporting framework to track performance against annual work plan and strategy * Perform expert analysis and support PHIM staff to develop technical reports and publications to advance the PHIM mission

Program Development & Management: 20% * Assist PHIM to establish strategic relationships with local, national and international organizations, as needed, to move the Institute forward * Provide techical advice to the head of PHIM in the coordination of the Institute's activities to ensure successful program implementation * Document lessons learned and, where appropriate, revise tools and plans for future rollout of the systems in the functional units * Assist PHIM in resource mobilization and proposal development

Requirements: Master's Degree in a public health discipline.

And a minimum of five years' demonstrable experience working in a public health oriented organization

  • Familiarity with the functions and operations of public health institutes
  • Demonstrated track record in institutional development, and strong strategic management and leadership skills
  • Demonstrated skills in team management and team building
  • Demonstrated track record in project management, resource gap analysis and resource mobilization
  • Experience working in a public sector environment to accomplish goals and favorably influence decision making processes in a diplomatic and collaborative manner
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills in English
  • Strong interpersonal skills, and demonstrated experience building relationships with diverse stakeholders
  • Ability to deliver to deadlines

How to apply:

Apply online at www.go2itech.org/employment


United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland: Researcher/Adviser - Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity

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Organization: Amnesty
Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
Closing date: 16 Jun 2013

At the forefront of the human rights movement, Amnesty International pioneers research into areas where there is little precedent in law and policy. Our Gender Sexuality and Identity Programme looks at the issues faced by people of different identities in these areas, and determines ways for Amnesty International to make a real difference. In this specialist role in sexual orientation and gender identity, your contributions will be critical.

ABOUT THE ROLE

A specialist researcher joining a team of experts, you’ll lead the way on challenging desk-based and field research – as well as advocacy work with key UN and regional bodies – gathering crucial information about sexual orientation and gender identity and presenting it through comprehensive reports. You will interview victims of human rights abuses and present your findings to governments worldwide. You’ll organise workshops on sexual orientation and gender identity and draw from your research to educate international researchers, campaigners and lobbyists – providing them with high level advice on laws and legal systems as they relate to sexual orientation and gender identity. You will be the organization’s expert on sexual orientation and gender identity, keeping abreast of key developments in law and in practice, and leading the development and implementation of our research and advocacy strategies. Using your findings to make suggestions that will influence our actions on a global scale, you’ll have big impact on our strategic direction.

ABOUT YOU

Through experience of researching human rights violations against lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex (LGBTI) people, both at your desk and in the field, you’ll have worked collaboratively with LGBTI organizations around the world and will have developed specialist research skills in human rights as they relate to sexual orientation and gender identity. You’ll also understand the social, cultural, ethnic, racial and gender issues relevant to the area and bring us an in-depth knowledge of human rights law and recent developments in the area. And as well as showing sound political judgement, you’ll bring us the highly developed analytical skills needed to plan short- and long-term strategy at this level. Naturally, you’ll be a clear and convincing communicator – able to present influential arguments and write high-quality reports and policy papers. But more than that, you’ll have the interpersonal skills and tact to interview witnesses and survivors of human rights violations in a sensitive manner, drawing out the information we need to help others like them.

ABOUT US

Our aim is simple: an end to human rights abuses. Independent, international and influential, we campaign for justice, freedom and truth wherever they’re denied. Already our network of over three million members and supporters is making a difference in 150 countries. And whether we’re applying pressure through powerful research or direct lobbying, mass demonstrations or online campaigning, we’re all inspired by hope for a better world. One where human rights are respected and protected by everyone, everywhere.


How to apply:

Please visit http://careers.amnesty.org

Democratic Republic of the Congo: Monitoring and Evaluation Advisor

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Organization: International Rescue Committee
Country: Democratic Republic of the Congo
Closing date: 07 Aug 2013

The Monitoring and Evaluation Advisor will be part of IRC’s Community-Driven Reconstruction program in DRC, a program called “Tuungane”, meaning “let’s unite” in Swahili. This program is the largest of its kind within the IRC network globally and will support approximately 1,000 villages. It seeks to empower communities to have a greater voice and control over their own development. With a budget of 140 million USD, this seven-year program aims to support beneficiaries to improve socio-economic conditions and increase understanding of and demand for good governance.

As the lead member of the Monitoring and Evaluation Unit, the Monitoring and Evaluation Advisor will be responsible for the Tuungane monitoring and evaluation components providing strategic, technical leadership and practical management of all M&E implementation activities. The Monitoring and Evaluation Advisor will manage the program’s monitoring and evaluation strategy and its information inputs and outputs by coordinating technical, programmatic, logistical and financial aspects of all quantitative and qualitative M&E activities. The Monitoring and Evaluation Advisor is also responsible for ensuring comprehensive and timely delivery of monitoring and evaluation data to feed into quantitative and qualitative indicators in order to report on expected program results to senior management and to donors. The successful candidate will directly supervise the Database Manager and supervise monitoring officers and database staff based in the five eastern DRC program sites. The Monitoring and Evaluation Advisor will also liaise with other staff within the Tuungane team to ensure logframe elements, sectoral issues, and gender and inclusion issues are well integrated in all M&E plans.

The Monitoring and Evaluation Advisor, based in Bukavu, will work under the supervision of the Director of Governance Programs based in Kinshasa.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Lead Monitoring Activities – Tuungane Phase II • Ensure collection of quantitative data: a) Ensure the appropriate use of data collection and reporting tools in the five Tuungane sites; b) Ensure that the current tools integrate effectively with program implementation including its logistical, technical, human resource and administrative needs; c) Oversee data collection and database management, including troubleshooting monitoring tools and performing program site quality control and trainings with staff to guarantee the regular flow of quality information. • Perform analysis of quantitative data: a) Ensure necessary data analysis to feed into bi-annual donor reports and reporting against logframe milestones; circulate program data among the program staff to monitor program results; b) Recommend adjustments to improve M&E tools and guarantee that accepted adjustments are integrated into the system to ensure both data quality and effective program implementation. • Manage qualitative monitoring pilot initiatives: Manage implementation and documentation of pilot qualitative studies on the program’s priority areas for learning with the support of Technical Unit staff. • Reporting and learning: a) Contribute to institutional learning on CDR programs through the timely and in-depth analysis of Tuungane’s quantitative and qualitative data; b) produce monitoring progress reports and present directly to the team and to the donor (DFID) as deemed appropriate by the Director of Governance Programs; • Staff management: a) Supervise the program’s Database Manager and oversee the work of a team of M&E officers and database staff in the five program sites to ensure that all teams are regularly processing and inputting data; b) Support the recruitment, capacity development, management and retention of quality M&E officers and database staff. • In collaboration with the Deputy Director CDR and the Construction Advisor, oversee the deployment, use and maintenance of the newly-conceived database for tracking finance and construction data in the five program sites. • Ensure partner agencies involved in the implementation of the program (CARE, SFCG) contribute adequately to monitoring and evaluation data to document progress on activities and results for internal and external (donor) reports.

Lead evaluation for Tuungane II - Manage and contribute to the Tuungane II Endline Evaluation Strategy, including its implementation plan, staffing plan and budget; manage relationships between the program and the IRC’s Research, Evaluation and Learning Unit and potential academic partners - Plan and coordinate the implementation of mixed methods evaluation activities through the finalization of the evaluation survey and database, the recruitment and training of a data collection team and the coordination of quality field data collection on time, within budget, and in line with IRC corporate security and administrative policies. - Design and lead implementation of qualitative components of the final evaluation on time, within budget, and in line with IRC corporate security and administrative policies. - Manage administrative and financial resources including spending plans, contracts and relationships related to data collection and data entry for the endline evaluation. - Produce evaluation progress reports and briefs and present directly to the donor (DFID) as deemed appropriate by the Director of Governance Programs. - Analyse evaluation data and produce final Tuungane II evaluation report.

REQUIREMENTS • Minimum Master’s degree (or equivalent) in a relevant subject area e.g. development studies, governance and human rights, social or political science. Specialization in evaluation design is a great advantage. • At least three years of relevant professional work experience in monitoring and evaluation, preferably both quantitative and qualitative research methods. • Experience in designing surveys, databases and conducting statistical data analysis. Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel and working knowledge of Microsoft Access and statistical programs (STATA, SPSS). • Strong understanding of donor logical frameworks and performance measurement. • Familiarity with theories of change and experience in design, implementation and reporting on theory-based rigorous end-line evaluations, • Relevant experience in international development including program-related experience in a developing country, preferably in Africa and/or post-conflict settings; previous experience with Community-Driven approaches (CDD or CDR) or local governance programming is a strong advantage. • Proven ability to write clear and concise reports and project proposals; excellent analytical, presentation, communication and reporting skills. • Experience with budget management, navigating financial systems and payments, human resource management skills, and contracts management. • Motivated, positive individual who likes to take initiative and work collaboratively with team members yet works well independently. Ability to manage well under intense administrative and programmatic pressures; must demonstrate flexibility to adapt to changing requirements. • Excellent interpersonal skills, cross-cultural communication and ease in managing a multi -ethnic team. Must be willing to travel frequently and for extended periods of time to remote sites with basic living conditions. • Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Powerpoint, and Outlook. • Fluent in French and English. • Experience in remote management of small to medium sized teams

SPECIFIC SECURITY SITUATION/HOUSING This is an unaccompanied post based in Bukavu, South Kivu, with frequent travel to other program sites. Comfortable and secure shared housing is provided by IRC. The current security situation in Eastern DR Congo is unpredictable and complex, but all possible measures are taken by IRC to ensure staff safety and security.


How to apply:

http://ch.tbe.taleo.net/CH02/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=IRC&cws=1&r...

Democratic Republic of the Congo: Directeur Pays

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Organization: Action Against Hunger-USA
Country: Democratic Republic of the Congo
Closing date: 21 Jun 2013

Objectif Général :

Le Directeur Pays est chargé de superviser le développement, le financement et la mise en œuvre de la stratégie de pays ainsi que du portfolio de projets, en ligne avec les valeurs, le mandat et la stratégie ACF.

Il / elle doit également s'assurer que les systèmes et les procédures adéquates sont en place et correctement mis en œuvre afin d'assurer une gestion efficace, le bien-être et la sécurité du personnel ainsi qu’une utilisation raisonnée des ressources ACF.

Responsable du développement d’une vision commune, le Directeur Pays est chargé de promouvoir auprès de l’ensemble de l’équipe une culture organisationnelle où les valeurs fondamentales d’ACF sont intégrées, le travail d'équipe est encouragé et où l’ensemble personnel se sent valorisé.

Il / elle est chargé d'établir et de maintenir de bonnes relations de travail avec les divers représentants du pays hôte, les bailleurs et autres partenaires.

Objectifs Détaillés :

Objectif 1 : Veiller au respect de la Charte d’ACF et à la déontologie des équipes, représenter ACF et ses valeurs dans le pays. Activités :

Rappeler les termes de la charte et le mandat d’ACF en interne et en externe ; Défendre les principes d’actions humanitaires auprès des partenaires (gouvernement, UN, NGO, diplomates) ; Maintenir le réseau de relations publiques et participation aux clusters nationaux ; Maintenir la représentativité d’ACF (à la limite des possibilités) dans les structures du Pool Fund et de l’EHP ; Participer aux activités de communication ACF en collaboration avec le desk et le service communication à NY.

Objectif 2 : Analyse du contexte politique, économique, social, militaire, et humanitaire Activités :

Recherche d’info (meeting, presse, internet…) et analyse ; Développement d’un réseau d’information ; Supporter les responsables des bases dans l’analyse de leur contexte ; Faire 1 sitrep régulier et le diffuser (2 fois par mois) ; Produire un document synthétique à actualiser régulièrement sur le contexte local et les scénarios possibles.

Objectif 3 : Assurer la sécurité des personnes et des biens (en collaboration avec le coordo log) Activités :

Identifier, quantifier, évaluer les risques ; Réactualiser les plans sécu ; Faire appliquer les règles de sécu à l’équipe ; Rédiger les rapports d’incidents le cas échéant ; Briefer les staffs en affectation sur la sécu.

Objectif 4 : Programmation technique et budgétaire. Suivi de la mission Activités :

Entretenir des relations régulières avec les bailleurs de fonds (OFDA, ECHO, DFID, Ambassades, UN, EU…) ; Définition de la stratégie budgétaire en lien avec le siège ; Participer à la rédaction des propositions de programmes (narratif et budget), en collaboration avec les équipes de coordination et terrain. Validation ; Définir la stratégie opérationnelle et technique de la mission en collaboration avec les équipes de coordination et terrain ; Contrôler les cycles de projet, de l’évaluation des besoins à l’évaluation finale, avec participation á la planification des opérations et contrôle de l’avancement des projets ; Visiter les équipes et les programme sur les bases régulièrement ; Garantir la bonne utilisation des fonds, en liaison avec l’administrateur.

Objectif 5 : Gestion des ressources humaines expatriées Activités :

Rédaction des descriptions de poste avec les coordinateurs ; Briefing des expatriés à leur arrivée en mission ; Evaluations régulières et finales ; Rappel des principes de gestion du stress et defusing en cas d’urgence ; Règlement des conflits ; Maintenir une dynamique mission (meeting généraux, communication,…) ; Envoyer les points expat mensuels à NY.

Objectif 6 : Animer l’équipe de coordination Activités :

Partager les informations en réunions de coordination régulières ; Soutenir l’administrateur dans la gestion des ressources humaines ; Veiller à maintenir une gestion du staff national équilibrée ; Rappeler aux expatriés les méthodes de motivation du staff national ; Organiser des meetings de coordination programmes réguliers et faire travailler ensemble l’équipe de coordination.

RESPONSABILITES DE REPORTING

Rapports mensuels d’activité Rapports de capitalisation et de monitoring des différents volets du programme (en anglais) Rédaction rapports bailleurs (en anglais) COMPETENCES REQUISES

DIPLOME / NIVEAU D’ETUDES

Infirmier, diplôme en santé publique, nutritionniste ou socio-économique.

COMPETENCES SPECIFIQUES ET NIVEAU D’EXPERIENCE

INDISPENSABLES

Le responsable de projet VIH/ nutrition/ sécurité alimentaire/WASH doit avoir un intérêt dans les domaines de la nutrition et de la sécurité alimentaire, se tenir au courant des dernières recherches en matière de nutrition et traitement de la malnutrition, et avoir une expérience professionnel dans le domaine du VIH/SIDA dans les Pays en développement d’au moins 2 ans.

Cette mission ayant pour objectif premier la formation et la mise à niveau de l’assistant PM pour la reprise du poste de responsable programme, des compétences en termes de formation, de pédagogie et d’organisation sont indispensables, en sus des qualifications inhérentes au poste de responsable du projet énumérées ci-dessous :

Excellente maitrise de la Gestion de Cycle de Projet Bonne capacité d’analyse Bonnes qualités relationnelles (partenaires, autorités) Compétences pédagogiques. Expérience en management d’équipe indispensable Parfaite maîtrise du français écrit et oral Très bonne maîtrise de l’informatique (Excel, Word et internet)

APPRECIEES

Maitrise de l’anglais Connaissance du contexte de la région intérêt pour l’humanitaire et précédente expérience en ONG


How to apply:

Apply with resume and cover letter at http://actionagainsthunger.theresumator.com/apply/KGLYQI/Directeur-Pays....

Democratic Republic of the Congo: Coordinateur Administratif et Financier

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Organization: Action Against Hunger-USA
Country: Democratic Republic of the Congo
Closing date: 21 Jun 2013

Mission 1: Contribuer à la définition de la stratégie de la mission

Le titulaire du poste est responsable :

de l’élaboration du cadre budgétaire de la mission à partir des structures budgétaires des régions Est et Ouest; de la disponibilité des informations financières et budgétaires aux autres départements pour la définition de la stratégie pays ; de la validation finale dans les délais et en qualité de la partie financière et budgétaire des « proposals » et rapports bailleurs des régions Est et Ouest, ainsi que de leur élaboration pour les projets nationaux

Tâches :

Apporter la contribution financière et budgétaire aux discussions de coordination ; Apporter du conseil aux autres départements sur leurs besoins financiers et budgétaires ; S’assurer que les besoins et contraintes financières et budgétaires sont bien pris en compte dans la rédaction des projets ; Recueillir les informations et rédiger ou valider les parties financières et budgétaires des « proposals », rapports bailleurs et plans de financement mission à partir des structures budgétaires des régions Est et Ouest; S’assurer de la cohérence de sa contribution aux « proposals » et rapports avec le reste du document ; Représenter la mission en externe pour les questions financières et budgétaires et développer son réseau pour des échanges d’informations et de bonnes pratiques.

Mission 2: Garantir la tenue comptable de la mission

Le titulaire du poste est responsable :

de la diffusion et du respect des procédures comptables sur toute la mission ; de l’exactitude des données comptables et analytiques saisies des régions Est et Ouest; de la supervision de la liasse comptable mensuelle des régions Est et Ouest; du contrôle des caisses et banques selon les règles ACF.

Tâches :

S’assurer de l’exactitude des données comptables et extra comptables saisies dans le logiciel comptable ; Contrôler et valider la liasse comptable mensuelle et s’assurer de son envoi dans les délais au Siège; Contrôler physiquement le comptage des caisses en capitale et sur les bases lors des visites. Préparer pour la saisie comptable l’allocation mensuelle des couts communs de la mission en suivant la méthodologie et en respectant le plan de financement de la mission.

Mission 3: Garantir la gestion de la trésorerie sur la mission

Le titulaire du poste est responsable :

de la définition, de la diffusion et du respect des procédures de conservation et mouvements de fonds (Cash Management) sur la mission ; de la disponibilité des liquidités nécessaires et de la sécurité de leur stockage ; de l’adaptation des modalités de transferts de fonds au contexte local et sécurité ; du contrôle de la cohérence entre les demandes de trésorerie et le BFU ; de l’anticipation des risques liés à la trésorerie et de la résolution des difficultés.

Tâches :

Définir et mettre à jour la procédure de conservation et mouvement de fonds (Cash Management) adaptée au contexte local, proposer des alternatives en cas d’évolution du contexte, Consolider et valider le prévisionnel de trésorerie des régions Est et Ouest et en assurer l’envoi au Siège ; Consolider les demandes d’avances de trésorerie sur les budgets non signés (Bridge Funds) et en assurer l’envoi au Siège ; Communiquer les paiements réalisés par le siège pour le terrain ; Suivre les versements des contrats bailleurs signés sur le terrain ; Valider le choix des établissements bancaires, s’assurer de leur solvabilité et fiabilité, optimiser les conditions, valider et effectuer les demandes d’ouverture ou fermeture de comptes et d’ajout de signatures selon les procédures ACF ; Valider les modalités de paiement des contrats récurrents et s’assurer de leur paiement à échéance ; Autoriser les mises en paiement des dépenses de la mission selon les procédures ACF.

Mission 4 : Garantir la gestion budgétaire et financière

Le titulaire du poste est responsable :

de la diffusion et du respect des règles financières des bailleurs ; de l’élaboration du budget annuel (Plan de financement) ; de l’animation budgétaire de la mission et du pilotage du processus de prévision budgétaire ; de l’analyse de coûts et des alertes nécessaires ; du suivi des risques financiers et des alertes nécessaires ; de l’apport des éléments nécessaires à la négociation avec les bailleurs et de la production des documents bailleurs.

Tâches :

Valider les budgets des projets élaborés par les régions Est et Ouest, et élaborer les budgets des projets nationaux; Préparer le budget annuel de la mission ainsi que sa révision mensuelle et le communiquer au siège et aux coordinateurs administratifs et financiers des régions Est et Ouest ; Editer, vérifier et communiquer les suivis budgétaires (projections incluses) mensuels à l’équipe de coordination nationale et aux Administrateurs des régions Est et Ouest, ainsi qu’au siège, questionner leur pertinence, alerter et apporter du soutien aux Coordinateurs ; Contrôler l’utilisation des fonds propres selon les procédures ACF ; Valider le circuit et les seuils d’autorisation de dépenses définis par la Logistique ; Identifier les risques financiers (évolution du taux de change, inflation…), sensibiliser les Coordinateurs aux risques sur leur domaine ayant un impact financier, alerter le Directeur Pays et le siège, apporter du soutien dans le pilotage du risque ; Assurer la production ainsi que l’archivage des rapports financiers selon les délais et formats bailleurs ; Superviser le pré-audit des contrats de financement bailleurs et répondre aux questions des auditeurs.

Mission 5 : Promouvoir et assurer la collaboration et la coordination financière et budgétaire avec les partenaires de la mission

Le titulaire du poste est responsable :

de la participation au processus de sélection des partenaires et de la validation de l’analyse des risques sur les aspects financiers transmise par les bases ; de la définition avec les partenaires des modalités de gestion financière et budgétaire dans le cadre des projets mis en place conjointement ; de la validation des aspects financiers et budgétaires des conventions et accords de partenariat ; de la capitalisation au niveau de la mission de toutes les pratiques innovantes en matière de gestion financière et budgétaire dans le cadre des partenariats.

Mission 6 : Prévenir et gérer les situations de fraude et de corruption

Le titulaire du poste est responsable :

de l’identification des risques de fraude et de corruption sur son activité et de la mise en place d’actions préventives et de contrôle ; de la sensibilisation de son équipe sur les risques de fraude et de corruption ; de l’alerte du Directeur Pays en cas de situation de fraude et de corruption et de la mise en place d’actions correctives ; de la mise en œuvre et du suivi des recommandations suites aux contrôles et audits.

Mission 7 : Encadrer et accompagner l’équipe Finance

Le titulaire du poste est responsable :

du soutien et du conseil, en tant que référent technique des coordinateurs administratifs et financiers des régions Est et Ouest du management quotidien de son équipe (animation, suivi, motivation …) ; de l’évaluation de la performance et du développement des compétences des membres de son équipe ; du management fonctionnel des équipes dont il a la responsabilité.

Tâches :

Définir les besoins en Ressources Humaines de son activité et l’organigramme de son équipe ; Participer au recrutement de ses équipes ; Organiser et piloter les réunions d’équipe, et les points individuels, réguliers et exceptionnels ; Élaborer et suivre les plans d’action individuels des membres de l’équipe ; Gérer les plannings, la répartition et la coordination du travail ; Assurer les entretiens d’évaluation des membres de son équipe ; Apporter un support technique aux équipes ; Identifier les besoins de formation des membres de l’équipe ; Créer, organiser et animer des formations ; Gérer les difficultés d’équipe.

RESPONSABILITES DE REPORTING

SITREPS (Administration et finances) Rapports bailleurs Comptabilité mensuelle, Prévisionnels de trésorerie mensuels, Suivis budgétaires mensuels COMPETENCES REQUISES

DIPLOME / NIVEAU D’ETUDES

Diplôme supérieur en économie ou en finance.

COMPETENCES SPECIFIQUES ET NIVEAU D’EXPERIENCE

INDISPENSABLES

Le Coordinateur Administratif et Financier Pays est en charge de la gestion budgétaire et financière, de la comptabilité, de la trésorerie, des plans de financement, du respect des procédures contractuelles bailleurs, de l’administration et de la légalité des contrats ACF en RDC. Il/Elle doit avoir une expérience professionnelle sur un poste de coordination dans un pays en développement d’au moins 2 ans.

Les qualités recherchées sont :

Bonne capacité d’analyse Très bonne maîtrise du logiciel SAGA Bonnes qualités relationnelles (partenaires, autorités) Compétences pédagogiques. Expérience en management d’équipe indispensable Parfaite maîtrise du français écrit et oral Très bonne maîtrise de l’informatique (Excel, Word et internet)

APPRECIEES

Connaissances de l’anglais Connaissance du contexte de la région Intérêt pour l’humanitaire et précédente expérience en ONG Expérience avec ACF


How to apply:

Apply with resume and cover letter at http://actionagainsthunger.theresumator.com/apply/Kw5zKW/Coordinateur-Ad...

Liberia: International Finance Reporting System Consultant, Liberia

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Organization: ACDI/VOCA
Country: Liberia
Closing date: 07 Aug 2013

Since 1963 and in 145 countries, ACDI/VOCA has empowered people in developing and transitional nations to succeed in the global economy. Based in Washington, D.C., ACDI/VOCA is a nonprofit international development organization that delivers technical and management assistance in agribusiness, financial services, enterprise development, community development and food security to promote broad-based economic growth and vibrant civil society. ACDI/VOCA currently has 84 projects in 40 countries and revenues of approximately $168 million.

We are seeking an International Financial Reporting System (IFRS) consultant for our USAID-funded Smallholder Oil Palm Support project (SHOPS) in Liberia. The objectives of SHOPS are to 1) increase the productivity and profitability of Liberia's smallholder oil palm sector; 2) improve the marketing and trade capacity of this sector; and 3) improve the enabling environment and support functions. As the holder of the Farmer to Farmer program in Liberia, ACDI/VOCA serves as the prime grantee while Winrock International leads and implements the three program components.

The consultancy is designed to assist Afriland in the transition from USGAAP to IFRS reporting systems by providing IFRS 1 training to Afriland First Bank Staff, MC2 Staff and the MC2 Karnplay Board of Directors. The training will allow Afriland First Bank and MC2 staff to meet the reporting requirements as outlined by the Central Bank of Liberia (CBL). The IFRS 1 training will allow Afriland First Bank staff to provide similar trainings to additional Banking staff and additional staff at new MC2. The training will insure that Afriland Staff and MC2 will accurately document and present financial information related to taxes, depreciation and inventory to The Central Bank with the IFRS framework. The training will also allow staff to better analyze financing opportunities and insure control of client funds.

Responsibilities: Provide trainings on: the transition from USGAAP to IFRS; IFRS 1; the IFRS impairment system for unpaid loan provision; as well as hands on practical exercises using the IFRS system including analysis of Afriland’s portfolio. Provide training and summary briefings to Afriland management on how to best implement a smooth transition from USGAAP to IFRS. How to implement transition of fixed asset reporting from USGAAP to IFRS, including: conversion of loans and receivable; conversion of intangible assets; income and expense recognition; and, calculation of earnings per share. Insure that the Karnplay MC2 Board of Directors have and understanding of IFRS and that easily applicable summary documents can assist the Board of Directors.

Deliverables: Provision of training documents and templates to assist future trainings. Financial statement of Afriland presented in line with IFRS and recommendations for Afriland management in transitioning portfolio reporting from USGAAP to IFRS. Summary documents for management using IFRS for the MC2 Board of Directors in Karnplay. A report summarizing the tasks undertaken, the outcome achieved, and any problems encountered during the consultancy.

Qualifications: 5 years' experience providing trainings on transition IFRS reporting systems in the commercial banking sector in developing countries. 5 years’ experience in providing analysis and recommendations on portfolio management systems using IFRS. Must be computer literate, capable of working in MS word, MS Excel and some banking software.


How to apply:

Please apply online at http://acdivoca.maxhire.net/cp/?E55568361D43515B7E59192F77571E6D03627B4D. No phone calls please. Only finalists contacted. Women and minorities encouraged to apply. EOE.

Sierra Leone: Chief of Party, Sierra Leone

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Organization: ACDI/VOCA
Country: Sierra Leone
Closing date: 07 Jul 2013

Since 1963 and in 146 countries, ACDI/VOCA has empowered people in developing and transitional nations to succeed in the global economy. Based in Washington, D.C., ACDI/VOCA is a nonprofit international development organization that delivers technical and management assistance in agribusiness, financial services, enterprise development, community development and food security in order to promote broad-based economic growth and vibrant civil society. ACDI/VOCA currently has 77 projects in 32 countries and revenues of approximately $168 million.

Chief of Party, Sierra Leone

We are currently seeking a Chief of Party for an anticipated five-year USAID-funded project in Sierra Leone, which will focus on livelihoods and income-generation activities for gender development in Sierra Leone.

Responsibilities: • Provide overall leadership and technical direction for the entire program. • Oversee the development of the program gender strategy and collaborate with personnel to ensure the integration of gender concepts into program design, implementation, monitoring and evaluation • Serve as principal liaison with client staff, host country partners and institutions to exchange information and develop professional relationships. • Manage the technical input of all staff, consultants, subcontractors and project partners. • Lead the design and drive implementation of project work plans. • Oversee project contract compliance with client and ACDI/VOCA policies and procedures. • Oversee program administration, human resources, budget pipeline and finances. • Communicate regularly and share program information with other USAID project managers, bilateral donors, and other indigenous and international NGOs to ensure visibility of ACDI/VOCA activities.

Qualifications: • Advanced degree in international relations, sociology, anthropology, gender relations or other relevant degree • Minimum of 10 years of relevant and progressive work experience in gender strategy/gender integration • At least seven years of progressively responsible supervisory work experience managing large, complex projects for donor organizations (e.g., USAID, DFID) or with private sector corporate social responsibility divisions • Previous experience working in Sierra Leone and/or West Africa • Strong communications and interpersonal skills and ability to productively interact with a wide range of organizations (government, private sector, NGOs, research institutions) • Fluency in English required.


How to apply:

Please apply online at http://acdivoca.maxhire.net/cp/?E5556A361D43515B7E59192F77571E620C627B4D. No phone calls please. Only finalists contacted. Women and minorities encouraged to apply. EOE.

Democratic Republic of the Congo: Adjoint Directeur Pays - Support

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Organization: Action Against Hunger-USA
Country: Democratic Republic of the Congo
Closing date: 21 Jun 2013

Mission 1 FONCTION DIRECTEUR PAYS ADJOINT / SUPPORT

Mission 1: Coordonne la stratégie pays et assure le management opérationnel du Départements Support « Pays »

Le titulaire du poste est responsable :

Superviser toute l’organisation et le suivi du reporting des départements supports à destination des bailleurs, des autorités et de l’interne en étroite collaboration avec les départements techniques ; Rendre visite régulièrement aux équipes de Coordination Support régionales et, en lien avec les Chefs de Mission Régionaux, identifier des solutions aux problèmes, défis et obstacles rencontrés ;

Mission 2: Encadre et anime son équipe

Le titulaire du poste est responsable :

Définir, en étroite collaboration avec ses collaborateurs directs, la stratégie (long terme) et les objectifs (court terme) du Département Support ; S’assurer que les directives en matière de RH, de logistique et de finance sont respectées en collaboration avec les Coordinateurs concernés Promouvoir le respect la charte d’ACF et prévenir toute forme d’abus de pouvoir

Mission 3: Contribue à identifier les contraintes et les opportunités RH, Logistiques et Financières

Le titulaire du poste est responsable :

Identifier les contraintes et opportunités RH, Logistiques et Financières des éventuelles réponses aux besoins humanitaires et de briefer le Directeur pays et les responsables de départements concernés en conséquence Collecter, rassembler et analyser les informations provenant de sources externes et internes FONCTION COORDINATEUR ADMINISTRATIF ET FINANCIER « PAYS »

Mission 1: Contribuer à la définition de la stratégie de la mission

Le titulaire du poste est responsable :

de l’élaboration du cadre budgétaire de la mission à partir des structures budgétaires des régions Est et Ouest; de la disponibilité des informations financières et budgétaires aux autres départements pour la définition de la stratégie pays ; de la validation finale dans les délais et en qualité de la partie financière et budgétaire des « proposals » et rapports bailleurs des régions Est et Ouest, ainsi que de leur élaboration pour les projets nationaux

Tâches :

Apporter la contribution financière et budgétaire aux discussions de coordination ; Apporter du conseil aux autres départements sur leurs besoins financiers et budgétaires ; S’assurer que les besoins et contraintes financières et budgétaires sont bien pris en compte dans la rédaction des projets ; Recueillir les informations et rédiger ou valider les parties financières et budgétaires des « proposals », rapports bailleurs et plans de financement mission à partir des structures budgétaires des régions Est et Ouest; S’assurer de la cohérence de sa contribution aux « proposals » et rapports avec le reste du document ; Représenter la mission en externe pour les questions financières et budgétaires et développer son réseau pour des échanges d’informations et de bonnes pratiques.

Mission 2: Garantir la tenue comptable de la mission

Le titulaire du poste est responsable :

de la diffusion et du respect des procédures comptables sur toute la mission ; de l’exactitude des données comptables et analytiques saisies des régions Est et Ouest; de la supervision de la liasse comptable mensuelle des régions Est et Ouest; du contrôle des caisses et banques selon les règles ACF.

Tâches :

S’assurer de l’exactitude des données comptables et extra comptables saisies dans le logiciel comptable ; Contrôler et valider la liasse comptable mensuelle et s’assurer de son envoi dans les délais au Siège; Contrôler physiquement le comptage des caisses en capitale et sur les bases lors des visites. Préparer pour la saisie comptable l’allocation mensuelle des couts communs de la mission en suivant la méthodologie et en respectant le plan de financement de la mission.

Mission 3: Garantir la gestion de la trésorerie sur la mission

Le titulaire du poste est responsable :

de la définition, de la diffusion et du respect des procédures de conservation et mouvements de fonds (Cash Management) sur la mission ; de la disponibilité des liquidités nécessaires et de la sécurité de leur stockage ; de l’adaptation des modalités de transferts de fonds au contexte local et sécurité ; du contrôle de la cohérence entre les demandes de trésorerie et le BFU ; de l’anticipation des risques liés à la trésorerie et de la résolution des difficultés.

Tâches :

Définir et mettre à jour la procédure de conservation et mouvement de fonds (Cash Management) adaptée au contexte local, proposer des alternatives en cas d’évolution du contexte, Consolider et valider le prévisionnel de trésorerie des régions Est et Ouest et en assurer l’envoi au Siège ; Consolider les demandes d’avances de trésorerie sur les budgets non signés (Bridge Funds) et en assurer l’envoi au Siège ; Communiquer les paiements réalisés par le siège pour le terrain ; Suivre les versements des contrats bailleurs signés sur le terrain ; Valider le choix des établissements bancaires, s’assurer de leur solvabilité et fiabilité, optimiser les conditions, valider et effectuer les demandes d’ouverture ou fermeture de comptes et d’ajout de signatures selon les procédures ACF ; Valider les modalités de paiement des contrats récurrents et s’assurer de leur paiement à échéance ; Autoriser les mises en paiement des dépenses de la mission selon les procédures ACF.

Mission 4 : Garantir la gestion budgétaire et financière

Le titulaire du poste est responsable :

de la diffusion et du respect des règles financières des bailleurs ; de l’élaboration du budget annuel (Plan de financement) ; de l’animation budgétaire de la mission et du pilotage du processus de prévision budgétaire ; de l’analyse de coûts et des alertes nécessaires ; du suivi des risques financiers et des alertes nécessaires ; de l’apport des éléments nécessaires à la négociation avec les bailleurs et de la production des documents bailleurs.

Tâches :

Valider les budgets des projets élaborés par les régions Est et Ouest, et élaborer les budgets des projets nationaux; Préparer le budget annuel de la mission ainsi que sa révision mensuelle et le communiquer au siège et aux coordinateurs administratifs et financiers des régions Est et Ouest ; Editer, vérifier et communiquer les suivis budgétaires (projections incluses) mensuels à l’équipe de coordination nationale et aux Administrateurs des régions Est et Ouest, ainsi qu’au siège, questionner leur pertinence, alerter et apporter du soutien aux Coordinateurs ; Contrôler l’utilisation des fonds propres selon les procédures ACF ; Valider le circuit et les seuils d’autorisation de dépenses définis par la Logistique ; Identifier les risques financiers (évolution du taux de change, inflation…), sensibiliser les Coordinateurs aux risques sur leur domaine ayant un impact financier, alerter le Directeur Pays et le siège, apporter du soutien dans le pilotage du risque ; Assurer la production ainsi que l’archivage des rapports financiers selon les délais et formats bailleurs ; Superviser le pré-audit des contrats de financement bailleurs et répondre aux questions des auditeurs.

Mission 5 : Promouvoir et assurer la collaboration et la coordination financière et budgétaire avec les partenaires de la mission

Le titulaire du poste est responsable :

de la participation au processus de sélection des partenaires et de la validation de l’analyse des risques sur les aspects financiers transmise par les bases ; de la définition avec les partenaires des modalités de gestion financière et budgétaire dans le cadre des projets mis en place conjointement ; de la validation des aspects financiers et budgétaires des conventions et accords de partenariat ; de la capitalisation au niveau de la mission de toutes les pratiques innovantes en matière de gestion financière et budgétaire dans le cadre des partenariats.

Mission 6 : Prévenir et gérer les situations de fraude et de corruption

Le titulaire du poste est responsable :

de l’identification des risques de fraude et de corruption sur son activité et de la mise en place d’actions préventives et de contrôle ; de la sensibilisation de son équipe sur les risques de fraude et de corruption ; de l’alerte du Directeur Pays en cas de situation de fraude et de corruption et de la mise en place d’actions correctives ; de la mise en œuvre et du suivi des recommandations suites aux contrôles et audits.

Mission 7 : Encadrer et accompagner l’équipe Finance

Le titulaire du poste est responsable :

du soutien et du conseil, en tant que référent technique des coordinateurs administratifs et financiers des régions Est et Ouest du management quotidien de son équipe (animation, suivi, motivation …) ; de l’évaluation de la performance et du développement des compétences des membres de son équipe ; du management fonctionnel des équipes dont il a la responsabilité.

Tâches :

Définir les besoins en Ressources Humaines de son activité et l’organigramme de son équipe ; Participer au recrutement de ses équipes ; Organiser et piloter les réunions d’équipe, et les points individuels, réguliers et exceptionnels ; Élaborer et suivre les plans d’action individuels des membres de l’équipe ; Gérer les plannings, la répartition et la coordination du travail ; Assurer les entretiens d’évaluation des membres de son équipe ; Apporter un support technique aux équipes ; Identifier les besoins de formation des membres de l’équipe ; Créer, organiser et animer des formations ; Gérer les difficultés d’équipe.

RESPONSABILITES DE REPORTING

SITREPS (Administration et finances) Rapports bailleurs Comptabilité mensuelle, Prévisionnels de trésorerie mensuels, Suivis budgétaires mensuels

COMPETENCES REQUISES

DIPLOME / NIVEAU D’ETUDES

Diplôme supérieur en économie ou en finance.

COMPETENCES SPECIFIQUES ET NIVEAU D’EXPERIENCE

INDISPENSABLES

Le Coordinateur Administratif et Financier Pays est en charge de la gestion budgétaire et financière, de la comptabilité, de la trésorerie, des plans de financement, du respect des procédures contractuelles bailleurs, de l’administration et de la légalité des contrats ACF en RDC. Il/Elle doit avoir une expérience professionnelle sur un poste de coordination dans un pays en développement d’au moins 2 ans.

Les qualités recherchées sont :

Bonne capacité d’analyse Très bonne maîtrise du logiciel SAGA Bonnes qualités relationnelles (partenaires, autorités) Compétences pédagogiques. Expérience en management d’équipe indispensable Parfaite maîtrise du français écrit et oral Très bonne maîtrise de l’informatique (Excel, Word et internet)

APPRECIEES

Connaissances de l’anglais Connaissance du contexte de la région Intérêt pour l’humanitaire et précédente expérience en ONG Expérience avec ACF


How to apply:

Apply with resume and cover letter at http://actionagainsthunger.theresumator.com/apply/SgAy1M/Adjoint-Directe...


Democratic Republic of the Congo: Coordinateur Sécurité Alimentaire & Moyens d’Existence

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Organization: Action Against Hunger-USA
Country: Democratic Republic of the Congo
Closing date: 21 Jun 2013

Objectif 1: Veiller à l’évolution de la situation humanitaire en sécurité alimentaire et moyens d’existence du pays et la positionnement ACF par rapport à cette situation.

Assurer la collecte, analyse et partage (interne/externe) des informations sur la sécurité alimentaire et les moyens d’existence, la situation humanitaire, et les causes de la malnutrition. Veiller sur la qualité des évaluations et de collecte des informations secondaires sur le terrain. Participer aux forums de coordination telles que : Co-Lead du cluster sécurité alimentaire à Kinshasa, réunions spéciales IPC. Participer aux activités du Pooled Fund (co-facilitation : sélection technique des projets, stratégie nationale (PAH), etc.) Développer un système de surveillance pour ACF à travers le développement des outils, l’inclusion dans les projets existants ou à travers de nouveaux financements. Identifier des nouvelles zones et/ou confirmer des zones d’intérêt pour ACF.

Objectif 2: Contribuer à la définition de la stratégie de programmation et définir des projets.

Proposer des stratégies d’intervention en étroite collaboration avec les autres Coordinateurs, et diriger et développer les propositions, avec les contributions des équipes sur terrain et sur la base des informations primaires et secondaires. Rédiger des propositions de projet et des rapports techniques pour les bailleurs Garantir une approche intégrée des interventions et axé sur la sécurité nutritionnelle.

Objectif 3: Assurer la qualité et la transparence des programmes et harmoniser les aspects techniques.

Valider la méthodologie de mise en œuvre des projets Harmoniser les outils de mise en œuvre et de suivi de projets selon les standards, guides et outils ACF cf. système de suivi APR, mécanismes de redevabilité (accountability). Evaluer la pertinence des interventions en termes d’approche communautaire, de réponse aux besoins et d’un point de vue technique Analyser les rapports d’activités et réaliser un rapport mensuel d’activités pour la mission Faire le lien avec les départements log et admin pour le développement et la gestion des budgets et des plans d’achats (PAP) Assurer, à travers les Coordinateurs Régionaux, que chaque projet se dote d’un système de suivi et d’évaluation selon les outils ACF S’assurer de la création au début des projet, et du respect à travers le cycle de projet, des plans de travail et du système de suivi et évaluation avec les Coordinateurs Terrain. Assurer un suivi budgétaire mensuel en collaboration avec l'équipe de Coordination afin de garantir une gestion efficace des moyens alloués au programme Réaliser les rapports bailleurs des projets sécurité alimentaire Augmenter la transparence des activités SAME et assurer la conformité par les équipes et leurs partenaires là la code de conduite et aux procédures ACF. Intégrer les aspects transversales dans les programmes existantes et futures : gestion de risques et de désastres, genre, et protection.

Objectif 4: Encadrer l’équipe sécurité alimentaire

Assurer la production des rapports de capitalisation technique par les Responsables Projets / Coordinateurs Régionaux. Participer dans le recrutement Coordinateurs Régionales quand nécessaire. Effectuer l’évaluation et la formation des équipes techniques. Renforcer la capacité technique des équipes et la gestion des programmes et des projets à travers des formations internes, des réunions régulières, et des visites régulières a tous les bases ou ACF mène les activités SAME. Organiser et animer les réunions de l’équipe SAME nationale au moins une fois par an pour mettre à jour et discuter de la stratégie nationale.

Objectif 5: Représenter l’organisation auprès des partenaires.

Se coordonner avec les autres acteurs dans le domaine de la sécurité alimentaire : agences de coopération, ONG, institutions locales, et administration, dans les zones ou ACF travaille, et partager les rapports et la collecte des informations. Participer activement aux réunions de cluster sécurité alimentaire nationale, comme Co-Lead, et provinciales dans le cas d’absence de Coordinateur Régionale, et de l’IPC. Assurer la connaissance et la transparence des activités SAME auprès des partenaires, des autorités locales et de la société civile.

COMPETENCES REQUISES

DIPLOME / NIVEAU D’ETUDES

Diplôme en Développement Internationale, Assistance Humanitaire ou similaire avec focus sur: Développement rurale, Géographie, Nutrition, Sécurité alimentaire, Economie, Agronomie ou similaire. Maitrise/Masters/Bac+5/6 OU Bachelors/Bac+4 et 2 ans d’expérience additionnelle. Minimum 2 ans d’expérience du travail dans le domaine de SAME, y compris gestion d’une équipe, gestion de cycle de projet, et expérience de travail sur le terrain.

COMPETENCES SPECIFIQUES ET NIVEAU D’EXPERIENCE

INDISPENSABLES

Communications orales et écrites, capacité d’analyse Bonnes qualités relationnelles et de négociation Expérience dans un des domaines SAME spécifiques suivants : assistance monétaire, marches, assistance alimentaire, agriculture, élevage ou autres similaires Connaissance d’un des thématiques suivants : genre, GRD, urgences urbains, surveillance technique (nutrition/ SAME/ WASH), suivi/évaluation/apprentissage, préparation et réponse aux urgences Expérience en gestion, formation et encadrement d’équipe, surtout à distance Connaissance des bailleurs (cf. UE, ECHO, OFDA, DFID) Expérience en suivi et évaluation Bon niveau de français et d’anglais: orale et écrite.

APPRECIEES

Expérience de préférence avec ACF. Expérience humanitaire à un poste et/ou contexte similaire. Connaissance de la RDC


How to apply:

Apply with resume and cover letter at http://actionagainsthunger.theresumator.com/apply/8KbV8f/Coordinateur-Sc...

Pakistan: Nutrition Survey Program Manager

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Organization: Action Against Hunger-USA
Country: Pakistan
Closing date: 21 Jun 2013

Objective 1: To provide technical support to the departments in order to perform assessments and surveys when needed/asked by the technical departments:

Identification and design of surveys activities according to needs and capacities that might include rapid nutrition assessment, nutrition survey (SMART survey), coverage survey (SQUEAC methodology), KAP surveys, etc. Encouraging and facilitating an integrated approach to survey assessments. Collection of background and general information and contextual information relevant to the survey. The PM 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. Responsible for the survey design : initial planning, selection of tools and methods, sampling, writing guidelines and set up time frame, working days needed, budget and logistics planning and any special tools and equipment needed. Lead the team in data collection (following designed methodology), data entry, analysis and processing of information (Sphinx, ENA for SMART, SPSS, Epi Info, Excel, etc.). Produce survey analysis and reports and guaranty the quality of the final survey report, recommendations and the integrated collaboration with other ACF technical departments for contextual information. To write quality technical reports for external release – ie. nutrition surveys, rapid assessments, and coverage survey, ACF training sessions and/or workshops. To disseminate findings among stakeholders, partners, ACF teams, etc.

Objective 2: Management and internal coordination:

Supervision of the survey/SMART survey/coverage survey teams including: induction, follow up, evaluation, and promotion of positive team dynamics and motivation. Training and building of technical capacity of the surveys' team. Collaboration with Deputy Country Director, Technical and Field Coordinators, and Program Managers and any other ACF resource people in order to ensure the coherence of ACF activities and reports. Collaboration with health authorities and Nutrition implementing partners. Follow up of the budget allocated to survey activities in liaison with Administration Follow up of the logistics requirements of the surveys' team with the Logistics Department and relevant HoBs and/or Field Cos Participation in the program strategy, narrative and financial project proposals

Objective 3: Capacity development:

Liaising with relevant ministries and stakeholders to identify survey training needs and develop appropriate funding proposals Support ACF Nutrition program PMs and Nutrition teams on any challenge faced with implementation of nutrition activities Planning and facilitating technical capacity building and training sessions for the government ministries and partner NGOs/UN agencies staff

Objective 4: External representation and coordination:

Representation of ACF to UN, other NGO bodies and agencies including community leaders at the district and province level. Coordination with the Ministry of Health and/or other line ministries for the implementation of survey activities.

Objective 5: Reporting:

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

REPORTING RESPONSIBILITIES

Monthly field activity reports Survey reports Assessment reports

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

QUALIFICATIONS

Master’s degree in statistics, nutrition or related field. At least 2 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.


How to apply:

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

Pakistan: Rapid Socio Cultural Assessment (RSCA) Manager

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Country: Pakistan
Closing date: 21 Jun 2013

Objective 1: To conduct a rapid socio cultural assessment in the intervention context (Dadu district).

Define the overall area that is feasible to be conducted within the timeframe and responding to program need. Define planning of activities for the 3-month assessment according to area defined. Assess the intervention context in identification of key informants, communication channels and best practices in awareness/mobilization activities with program staff, District authorities (EDO-Health, Nutrition focal point) and according to ToR in annex. Plan and organize all needs to conduct the assessment including cash forecasts and logistics. Coordinate with field teams in order for timely recruitment of translator. Produce a final report and present findings to key stakeholders.

Objective 2: To facilitate the development of a community mobilization strategy based on findings and involving key stakeholders in nutrition, food security and WASH.

Facilitate definition of a community awareness/mobilization/BCC strategy based on findings with participation of key stakeholders. Assess existing and define/refine tools and methodology for the overall community awareness/mobilization/BCC strategy in the field in terms of communication with beneficiaries and communities in intervention areas (indirect or non-beneficiaries of the program).

Objective 3: To define follow-up and evaluation tools for the community mobilization strategy.

Develop and define basic tools that can allow for trainings, key messages dissemination and follow-up of community mobilization activities (in collaboration with PQA). Existing community outreach strategy should be studied and strengthened in a sustainable way to increase access and coverage of the communities. The proposed strategy will include volunteer networks and the health committees already established in addition to propose a revised one based on RSCA findings. Coordinate with Nut Co, FSL Co, WaSH Co for the definition of main topics to be covered by the community mobilization strategy and creation of packages for key messages dissemination (including example of activities to be conducted with beneficiaries or the EU FSTP program). Encourage approaches that will the buy-in of the DoH and existing outreach program such Lady Health Workers programme in this strategy, as well as ways to integrate the strategy into the existing health systems. Social taboos identified during the RSCA will be considered for the strategy development.

Objective 4: To ensure the training of field and counterpart teams in community communication and mobilization.

To train teams on the communication methods and application tools developed according to outputs from previous objectives. Reporting: document the products for each project for capitalization of the approach.

QUALIFICATIONS

Necessary background in Anthropology or Sociology. Prior experience in similar assessment / study is recommended Solid experience in working with community mobilization in Humanitarian field is required Strong capacity training skills. Strong capacity for relations with state and local stakeholders. Minimum Bachelor degree in Public Health or any relevant field, Masters Degree preferred. Excellent human resource management skills. Excellent organizational, leadership and motivation/training skills. Must be disciplined and able to work autonomously and arrive at decisions and conclusions with minimal guidance. The person must be able to set own deadlines and meet them consistently. Fluent in English (professional English required);

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

ESSENTIAL

Two years relevant work experience Previous overseas experience Experience in community mobilization Fluent English Ability to analyze and synthesize

PREFERRED

Professional, motivated, open, creative, mature, responsible, flexible, culturally sensitive Good managerial and training skills Previous experience in the humanitarian field


How to apply:

Apply with resume and cover letter at http://actionagainsthunger.theresumator.com/apply/Mgdgjs/Rapid-Socio-Cul...

Sierra Leone: Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist, Sierra Leone

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Organization: ACDI/VOCA
Country: Sierra Leone
Closing date: 08 Jul 2013

Since 1963 and in 146 countries, ACDI/VOCA has empowered people in developing and transitional nations to succeed in the global economy. Based in Washington, D.C., ACDI/VOCA is a nonprofit international development organization that delivers technical and management assistance in agribusiness, financial services, enterprise development, community development and food security in order to promote broad-based economic growth and vibrant civil society. ACDI/VOCA currently has 77 projects in 32 countries and revenues of approximately $168 million.

Monitoring & Evaluation Specialist, Sierra Leone

We are currently seeking a Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) Specialist for an anticipated 2-5 year upcoming project in Sierra Leone that will focus on livelihoods and income-generation activities in Sierra Leone.

Responsibilities: • Lead all M&E activities and supervise M&E staff and subcontractors under the project. In addition, the M&E Specialist will collaborate with all other partners involved in project M&E. • Make operational decisions and manage the various components of the program dealing with M&E. • Oversee data collection efforts and ensure both the target indicators and results reporting meet the requirements of the donor’s agenda. • Ensure that all M&E program components are results-oriented and in line with the client’s requests. • Ensure that the project is achieving results in all areas and that ACDI/VOCA and its subcontractors and subgrantees are poised to deliver services on schedule. • Prepare and conduct trainings on M&E topics for staff and beneficiaries. • Collaborate with other staff to ensure M&E is utilized and managed properly throughout the project life. • Ensure compliance with ACDI/VOCA’s corporate M&E systems.

Qualifications: • Master’s degree or equivalent in business administration or related area of study, or equivalent work experience. Specialized training in M&E is required. • Seven years or more of progressively responsible work experience in managing the M&E of a complex project of at least $5 million • At least five years of M&E work at the supervisory level • Experience working on projects with gender integration preferred. • Proven experience and skills in quantitative and qualitative research methods, survey design and implementation; statistical data analysis required. • Experience with USAID-, DFID-, EU-funded projects preferred. • Strong written and spoken English required, proficiency in Sierra Leonean Creole preferred.


How to apply:

Please apply online at http://acdivoca.maxhire.net/cp/?E55569361D43515B7E59192F77571E6203627B4D. No phone calls please. Only finalists contacted. Women and minorities encouraged to apply. EOE.

Pakistan: Business enabling environment specialists

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Country: Pakistan
Closing date: 07 Jul 2013

Chemonics seeks senior-level business enabling environment specialists for long- and short-term assignments for an anticipated USAID-funded project in Pakistan. Specialists will develop and implement technical activities to create an internationally competitive business environment for the horticulture sector in Pakistan. The project will work in the horticulture, livestock, and dairy subsectors. We are looking for individuals who have a passion for making a difference in the lives of people around the world.

Job Requirements

Qualifications:

• Advanced degree in economics, law, trade, or related area required

• Minimum 10 years of senior-level experience designing, implementing, and managing large projects in Pakistan, particularly those aimed at implementing reforms to stimulate private sector growth

• Ability to work and collaborate with host-country government officials, international donors, and private sector stakeholders

• Ability to solve complex problems and operate at advanced levels of leadership in the technical area

• Knowledge of USAID and its operations and other donor-funded programs strongly preferred

• Demonstrated leadership, versatility, and integrity

• English fluency required

Application Instructions:

Send electronic submissions to ChemonicsPakistanBEE@chemonics.com by July 31, 2013. Please include your technical specialty in the subject line. Please also include a cover letter and a current resume. No telephone inquiries, please. In addition, please download and complete Chemonics’ equal employment opportunity self-identification form and submit it separately to EEOselfidentify@chemonics.com with only "Business enabling environment specialists- Pakistan" in the subject line. If you prefer not to disclose your sex, race, or ethnicity, you may check “I do not wish to complete the information requested.” Thank you for completing the form and supporting our equal employment opportunity reporting requirements.

Chemonics is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its selection and employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, or other non-merit factors.

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Pakistan: Recruiter - 3 Months

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Organization: International Rescue Committee
Country: Pakistan
Closing date: 07 Jul 2013

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 people affected by 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.

SCOPE:

The IRC is seeking 5 high energy individuals with exceptional relationship building skills and creative approaches to sourcing talent. These individuals will work as part of a fast paced 3 month start-up recruitment team to ensure timely and quality national recruitment for the Pakistan Reading Project. S/he will be responsible for a portfolio assigned on geographical and/or departmental lines, including all pro-active sourcing, advertising, screening, interviewing, reference checking and final negotiations for open positions in his/her portfolio. All work will be accomplished in a spirit of partnership and service with the hiring manager. S/he will also initiate and implement recruitment strategies to increase the IRC’s talent pool and pipelines, and will provide input to ensure the IRC has diverse global talent that performs at a high level responding to the changing needs of the organization. S/he will implement industry “best practices” that ensure the timely selection of top talent, and will recruit for talent that will support IRC’s organizational culture, while contributing to IRC’s position as an employer of choice.    

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and maintain a collaborative relationship with key global stakeholder internally and externally; Senior Leadership Team Members, Universities, peer agencies, and private sector.

• Assist in promoting the International Rescue Committee brand as an employer of choice.

• Take ownership for the recruiting, sourcing and identification of talent including proactive discussions with regional and country management for succession planning, retention and recruitment for proposals as required.

• Deepen and widen the talent pools that IRC has access to and support senior level recruitment as requested.

• Provide responsive, high-quality service to candidates with additional care for internal or former team members.

• Expand the capacity of hiring teams to identify talent via improved interview skills & ability to specify critical needs.

• Work closely with peers in recruitment and contribute to a culture of shared success

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in human resources, business administration, social science or relevant discipline.

• 3+ years of experience with recruitment/talent acquisition required; experience in an international NGO context desired.

• Advanced experience with successful sourcing strategies for globally representative and diverse candidates.

• Demonstrated experience and ability to create, implement, maintain and improve recruitment strategies and systems in a high-volume context.

• Ability to travel domestically required.

• Fluency in English required.

SUCCESS FACTORS:

The successful Recruiter will develop and maintain productive professional relationships with a broad spectrum of stakeholders within the organization and throughout the international relief and development community. S/he will possess the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously, while remaining focused on the quality of internal and external relationships. S/he will be able to work effectively as a member of a highly visible team whose performance is key to the enduring success of the IRC. S/he will be flexible, resilient, and possess sound judgment. This position is based in Islamabad and work on weekends and evenings may be required. Periodic travel to the field may be required to support recruitment needs.


How to apply:

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Nigeria: CMAM Coverage Specialist

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Organization: Action Against Hunger-USA
Country: Nigeria
Closing date: 21 Jun 2013

Contract duration: 6 months

Starting date in-country: June 2013

Objective 1: Overall management of the CIFF funded CMAM Coverage program in their 13 States in collaboration with Nutrition implementing partners

Oversee the management of the program and coordinate with Nutrition organizations (including Save the Children, Valid International, UNICEF Ministries of Health and other government staff). Brief local authorities about the goals and objectives of the Coverage program, methodology used (SQUEAC) via organization and co-facilitation of workshops at federal and state level. Coordinate with Save the Children and ACF's Technical, Logistics, Admin and HR departments to ensure efficient program activity implementation.

Provide on-the-job training and support to Coverage program teams during coverage assessments. Ensure SQUEAC methodology is applied for an accurate data collection process at the field level, pertinent data analysis, good reporting quality, and timely findings dissemination.

Ensure adequate supervision and coordination of the survey teams in the field. Collect relevant reference materials for report writing.

Organize workshop and debrief on the preliminary findings of SQUEAC at state level.

Objective 2: Design and planning of CMAM coverage assessments

Facilitate the decision making process of why, when, where and how to carry out coverage assessments in collaboration with partners and the Nutrition Coordinator (Nut Co). Support Coverage program teams in designing work plans, identifying appropriate timeframes, logistics planning and within financial limits. Build the capacity of the Coverage teams in planning, implementation, analysis and reporting of coverage assessments, as a means of providing recommendation for improved CMAM program impact and toward CMAM scale up in Nigeria. Support the Ministry of Health (or any relevant government staff) in ensuring good coverage data is collected, collated and shared for decision making and program monitoring when needed.

Objective 3: Transfer skills in undertaking the coverage investigation to Coverage teams including key state team members to capacitate them in carrying out similar coverage assessments independently

Build the capacity of State or Local Government Area (LGA) Nutrition staff, state level national bureau of statistics (NBS) and partner focal persons in the planning, implementation and documentation of coverage assessments. Train data collectors on the coverage investigation. Provide support to the Coverage teams during data analysis, the documentation of coverage results (e.g. report writing) and the development of programmatic and strategic recommendations for improving CMAM program performance. Build the relevant government staff analytical capacities to improve nutrition policy and practice, to increase exchange of technical and programmatic information relating to CMAM program design and implementation.

Objective 4: Identify key issues influencing (positively and negatively) the performance of CMAM programs in each state

Identify themes, trends and factors influencing CMAM program quality and performances through coverage assessments. Explore the implication of these issues on nutrition policy and practice, at a state and national level. Liaise with the Nut Co, and other nutrition stakeholders for the dissemination of key findings. Attend coverage monitoring meetings and share relevant themes, trends and other factors influencing nutrition policy and practice.

Objective 5: Information Management & Sharing

Present preliminary findings of the coverage investigation to the key stakeholders at the state level. Produce draft and final report with action oriented recommendations. Regularly share information about the progress of the project with nutrition stakeholders ensuring that lessons learned are regularly and adequately documented at national, regional and global level. Contribute to the development of project outputs including SQUEAC reports, end of mission reports, capitalization documents, and policy papers.

REPORTING RESPONSIBILITIES

SQUEAC reports for each LGA/State Minutes of SQUEAC findings meeting organized at State level ACF internal weekly and monthly reports End of mission report

POSITION REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:

ESSENTIAL

Master Degree in a field related to statistics, public health nutrition, epidemiology or any other related discipline Demonstrable experience in the implementation and management of or provision of technical support to nutrition programs (including Community-based Management of Acute Malnutrition) Prior experience in coverage assessments (e.g. CSAS, SQUEAC, SLEAC, S3M) Prior capacity building/training experience essential Excellent communication skills essential Prior evaluation experience an asset Ability to create solutions or responses to problems in an autonomous way Proven ability to work independently High level of English written and oral communication essential

PREFERRED

Initiative Planning, Organizing and Coordinating Commitment to Continuous Learning Team Work and Cooperation Listening, Understanding and Responding Analytical thinking Strategic Orientation Problem Solving Developing Others


How to apply:

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Democratic Republic of the Congo: Logistics Coordinators - Uganda, DRC & Nigeria

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Organization: Action Against Hunger-USA
Country: Democratic Republic of the Congo, Nigeria, Uganda
Closing date: 21 Jun 2013

General Objectives of the Project

Objective 1: To co-ordinate logistics activities at mission level and provide proper support to programs. This involves supporting and build the capacities of all staffs involvedd in logistics activities (including planning capacities for programm managers), liaising with programs & support services, training new staff, supervising orders, supply, freight, communications, equipment and fleet management, construction, to ensure procedures are applied. Coordination with programs will be given special emphasis.

Objective 2: To optimise the logistics department in the mission in collaboration with the logistics team on the field. To analyse logistics needs and expenditures. This will involve forecasting financial needs for the running of our programs operations, providing monthly fund forecast, optimising equipment use. To strengthen ACF kit log V3 procedures on each base and to set up a proper control system. To organise logistics and security training.

Objective 3: To manage aspects of mission security as delegated by Country Director, and to follow security developments in country. To propose and develop updates to the security plans and security procedures when needed or when requested by the HOM. To brief and sensitize the staff (international, regional and national) on security. To strengthen ACF information network including all the parties.

Detailed Objectives

Objective 1 : Coordination of logistics at national level Activities :

Elaboration and follow-up of the mission logistics organization: Supply chain Equipment management Fleet management Communication Rehabilitation Specification and forecast of the needed logistics means Elaboration of the financial plan Control of the monthly expenditures forecast of the bases Planning and management of the logistic budget lines Expenditure control and analysis Implementation and standardization of the logistic procedures as defined in the kitlog V3 In collaboration with technical staff ,elaboration of the logistics implication in the proposals Assessment of logistic needs Evaluation of the costs and feasibility for the supplies Draft of the procurement planning & logistics budget Study of any donors specific rules Preparation of necessary derogations Involvement in donor report.

Objective 2 : Equipment management Activities :

Definition of the equipment needs of the mission Forecast of the funding. Supervision of the use and maintenance of the equipments present on the bases Follow-up of the equipments on the mission (Equipment list)

Objective 3 : Human Resources Activities :

Coordination, training, support of the logistics staff for the bases and supervision for the capital Briefing new staffs at national and international level (security + logistics) Forecast of the HR logistics needs in collaboration with other coordinators Definition of job descriptions Update of the logistics chart on the mission Collaboration with the Administrator and HR Manager for staff financial plan

Objective 4 : Management of the security (as delegated by and under direct supervison of the HoM) Activities :

Participation into the context analysis Collection of information at mission level Analyses and Networking with partners and stakeholders Communication of security relevant information to HoM Security Plan Design of the bases Security Plans (validation by HoM) Elaboration & proposal of updated of the mission Security Plan Control of the consistency and updates of the Security Plan Expatriates and nationals staff training on security Involvement in crisis and incident management under the supervision of HoM

Objective 5 : Reporting and analysis Activities :

Mission Logistics Report as define in kit log V3: compilation & consolidation of all logistic reports (bases + capital): Narrative of activity Stock reports In-kind donation reports Car-costs Equipment list Logistic HR chart (if updated) Security plan (if updated) Donors reporting: Preparation of the pre-final & final donors reports (Log narrative, equipment & stocks) Transmission to the Country director

Objective 6 : Representation Activities :

Representation of ACF for in-kind donations aspects to the donor agencies as delegated by the Country Director In charge of the reporting to these agencies and other donors about any relevant logistic aspect

Education / specific degree / special skills:

Relevent academic studies in supply chain & Logistics Management Experience in staff management, project follow up, security management To be well organized and rigorous Team spirit and good communication qualities Good general knowledge in IT, mechanic, radio & satellite communications High sense of diplomacy with authorities Humanitarian field experience requested: YES


How to apply:

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Democratic Republic of the Congo: Logistics Coordinator

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Organization: Action Against Hunger-USA
Country: Democratic Republic of the Congo
Closing date: 21 Jun 2013

Objective 1: Responsible for the coordination of logistics activities Activities:

Coordinate logistics activities for the support of the bases and programs with other members of the coordination team and headquarters The planning of logistical requirements (and funds) of the Office for coordination of Bukavu and contribute to develop the logistics strategy of the mission to the East of the country. Responsible for the implementation of the kit log 3.1 on all bases in the East of DRC and respect, as well as procedures logistics providers. Ensure the link with the administration, heads of basic, technical coordinators and the Chief of Mission area is for the proper implementation of the programmes and the support teams Participate in the development of the strategy of the mission in the East of the country, in the preparation of proposals for new projects, budgets for donors. Carry out regular surveys support and audit on the bases. Organize assessments of security and logistics in new/potential project areas. Organizes the openings / closures of bases.

Objective 2: Responsible for the management of logistics personnel Activities:

Form national and international logistics logistics procedures ACF and donors. Write profiles of post of logistics staff supervised, define their objectives and their assessments. Monitor the functioning of the local teams on the bases. Propose and ensure individual or structural changes in the national team when/if necessary Develop the logistics organization chart of the Office of coordination of Bukavu. Support the logistics staff technically and in terms of organization.

Objective 3: Responsible for the management of materials, equipment and properties of ACF Activities:

Check and validate forecasting logistics of the basics of field and the basis of Bukavu. Head of procurement planning, coordinated with the logistics Coordinator and technical programs coordinators/managers for the preparation of the purchase plans. Check the chain of command of the bases, procurement, and order tracking. Control the logistics delivery to bases. Monitor the management of stocks (quality, quantity). Responsible for the fact that tendering and procurement records comply with ACF and donor procedures. Check the quality of the logistic support to the programmes in the East of the country. Charge with logistics Coordinator of homogenization equipment policy and management of the mission in the East of the country with the national. Responsible for proper management of vehicles, ensure that the maintenance / repair of vehicles / motorcycles is adequate, control the consumption of fuel and spare parts, prepares monthly monitoring (monthly fleet cost report) and the annual planning of vehicles. Proper operation and management of offices, houses, and storage ACF has Bukavu (energy, water, repairs/rehabilitation etc).

Objective 4: Security management Activities:

Working relationship with the Chief of Mission area East and Coordinator logistics Eastern Region Assistant security-related information. Responsible for the update of the national-level security plans and bases in coordination with the Chief of Mission area is. Ensure compliance with the procedures of the security plan (national and the level of the foundations). Former expatriate and national staff on the management of the security. Ensure the safely of the head of Mission area is acting.

Objective 5: Reporting & Representation Activities:

Ensure the logistic contribution to the Office for the coordination of Bukavu SITREPS. Receive monthly reports log databases, analyze them, comment on them and make constructive feedback to the bases. Prepare /envoyer has the coordination of Kinshasa report monthly log of the Office for coordination of Bukavu. Provides updates of the list of equipment, stock reports, order tracking and transport. Responsible for reporting donor for logistics: inventory, purchasing procedures. Represent the logistics team for the coordination meetings of the Bukavu Office. Represent ACF logistics external meetings with other NGOs, cluster at the Provincial levels.

Skills and experience needed:

Good logistics training, a good organizational capacity, good management of staff and common sense. Knowledge of security. A good knowledge of the technical areas of logistics is essential for proper management of certain problem areas; mechanical, radio communication, satellite etc system Ability to study and put in place systems and solutions that work. Ability to follow the work of others. Capacity to work in teams. Capacity of negotiation and diplomacy essential meaning. Other skills and qualifications: Need someone with a strong background in logistics; particularly difficult procedures, extensive geographic, many staffs and newly released war context. Volatile situation at safe level


How to apply:

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Democratic Republic of the Congo: Nutrition Coordinator

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Organization: Action Against Hunger-USA
Country: Democratic Republic of the Congo, Kenya, Nigeria, Pakistan, Uganda, South Sudan (Republic of)
Closing date: 21 Jun 2013

General objective:

The Nutritional Coordinator is responsible for overseeing, coordinating, and ensuring integration between ACF-USA nutrition programs, as well as liaising with various external partners on nutrition issues for the country. Nutrition refers here as both Nutrition Treatment and Nutrition Surveillance.

Specific objectives:

To oversee and ensure coordination/integration between all ACF-USA nutrition programs in country To supervise nutrition program managers and give technical and management support To provide technical support and guidance for the nutrition programs To represent ACF-USA and the organization’s interests to donors, partners and counterparts To actively participate in external coordination within the health and nutrition sector To coordinate within the ACF-USA team To ensure proper reporting of the programmes.

Activities:

To oversee and ensure coordination/integration between all ACF nutrition programs and other department programs:

Analysis of the nutritional situation in country. Definition of the nutritional strategy for ACF as well as identification and design of future nutrition programs in collaboration with nutrition program managers. Ensure effective integration and coherence of ACF’s nutritional activities – nutrition surveillance, feeding programs, capacity building – in accordance with the ACF country strategy and the national Ministry of Health strategy. Ensure the cohesion of the nutrition teams within themselves and with the other sector programs Ensure that programs are harmonized, standardized and in line with the most up to date ACF protocols and tools

To supervise nutrition program managers:

Supervision of the nutrition program managers: induction, follow up, evaluation, and promotion of positive team dynamics and motivation In case of gap of a nutrition program manager position, the Nutrition Coordinator will provide assistance to the nutrition team in running the program Overseeing the work of nutrition program managers in order to ensure good compliance of activities within the objectives of the mission and of proposals - this includes regular visits to the teams in the field in order to evaluate achievements; to discuss the constraints encountered, the possible solutions and to make recommendations for current and future programs Evaluation of nutrition program managers as per the defined schedule and make recommendations to HoM/NY for their career path. Develop/revise HR structure and plan for ACF nutrition department in country, in collaboration with program managers and according to evolving program needs

To provide technical support and guidance to nutrition programs:

Guarantee of the technical quality of the nutritional activities (respect of ACF protocols and guidelines) Validation of technical manuals and guidelines used within ACF nutrition programs, and promotion of new technical protocols in compliance with ACF nutrition policy Technical justification and technical aspects of new nutrition programs/activities as needs arise To train ACF nutrition teams on technical issues (methodology, protocols) as needs arise To ensure good quality of the trainings provided by the nutrition teams to partners and that these trainings match with ACF nutrition protocols To ensure compliance of programmes in achieving project objectives according to current grants

To represent ACF and its interests to donors, partners and counterparts:

Participation in all relevant meetings related to nutrition and health, including meetings with donors, partners and governmental bodies, in coordination with the HoM Encouraging the collaboration with other agencies, such as health NGOs, on nutrition activities or technical assistance Support to ACF advocacy activities related to nutritional issues (follow up on advocacy plans, press releases), in coordination with the HoM Promotion of ACF as a major actor in nutrition in country; through active participation in the national Nutritional Technical Working Group and other related forums and dissemination of external reports (ie. nutrition surveillance bulletins, causal analysis and evaluation reports of the nutrition situation in the country) Examine and pursue funding opportunities from donors and partners, in collaboration with HoM (including developing and submitting concept papers, proposals, etc)

To Co-lead and actively participate in external coordination within the nutrition sector / cluster:

Co-lead cluster meetings together with UNICEF Participate in the monthly national Health and Nutrition Coordination meeting Participate in the monthly Nutrition Technical Working group and other coordination meetings and forums related to health and nutrition (such as NGO health forum, UN and MoH sector and budget work plans) Provision of technical support and guidance to partner agencies and relevant governmental bodies, specifically the MoH at all levels (county, state and national levels), in the development of national nutrition policy and protocols for the country.

To coordinate within the ACF team:

Collaborate and communicate with Technical and Support Coordinators, Program Managers, HoM, and any other ACF resource people in order to ensure the coherence of activities and reports in terms of ACF nutritional strategy. Informing/updating the HoM on nutrition program implementation and any issues on a regular basis Participation in weekly coordination team meetings and any other general team or strategy meetings Follow up of nutrition program budgets in liaison with the Admin coordinator and program managers, to ensure budget expenditure is inline with program objectives and timeline Follow up of logistics requirements for nutrition programs in liaison with the Logistics Department and in collaboration with program managers Participation in the overall mission and program strategy, narrative and financial project proposals and reporting, in collaboration with Log/Admin/HoM and other program coordinators as necessary

To ensure proper reporting of the programmes:

Reporting on attended meetings or training to share with program managers, coordination team and NY as necessary Monthly ACF nutrition report to be sent to HoM and NY Technical Advisor – which includes an overview of the nutritional situation in country, external coordination update, achievements for the past month and objectives for the following month Preparing inputs for the mission monthly sitrep Validate donor proposals and reports and ACF nutrition analysis reports written by program managers and lend support in the process Prepare handover report as necessary to replacement End of mission report to be sent to HoM, Tech Dir, Desk officer and Human Resources in NY.

Education / specific degree / special skills:

Degree in Nutrition or related Medical Field, such as Nursing Must have previous experience working with ACF in nutrition program management as a nutrition coordinator. Strong experience in running emergency nutrition treatment programs, and strong understanding of nutrition surveillance. Experienced in proposal writing and donor reporting. Experience working with Line Ministries Excellent analysis and public communication skills. This person should have a strong understanding of project cycle management and monitoring and evaluation. Should be flexible and be willing to travel often to the field. Proficient in MS Office Applications Good management and representation competencies. Excellent influencing and negotiation skills Experience in developing world context. Familiarity with ACF and acceptance of ACF’s principles. Familiarity with ECHO reporting and regulations. Humanitarian field experience requested: Yes


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United States of America: Operations Associate

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Organization: Chemonics
Country: United States of America
Closing date: 07 Jul 2013

Job Description

Chemonics seeks a Washington-based operations associate to join the Middle East region. The operations associate and the rest of the Operations team work closely with the SVP to support the region’s projects and staff by developing and implementing staff satisfaction and professional development initiatives, supporting the management of the region’s projects, recruiting and hiring personnel, managing the region’s corporate budget, and planning teambuilding activities. We are looking for individuals who have a passion for making a difference in the lives of people around the world.

Responsibilities include:

  • Perform general administrative duties; establish and maintain files
  • Coordinate logistics for regional events and meetings
  • Recruit, hire, and orient new staff
  • Respond to requests for information from support divisions
  • Support the SVP with travel logistics, expense reports, and other tasks
  • Serve on proposal teams

Job Requirements

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree required; master’s degree preferred
  • Minimum one year of administrative work experience required
  • Ability to handle routine tasks and operational issues
  • Resourcefulness in solving problems
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Strong initiative and attention to detail
  • Ability to successfully manage multiple tasks and responsibilities in a fast-paced work environment
  • Ability to provide strong client service to project field offices
  • Strong administrative skills, including use of Microsoft Word and Excel
  • Demonstrated leadership, versatility, and integrity
  • Fluency in English; conversational Arabic a plus, but not required

Application Instructions:

Apply through our Career Center at https://www1.apply2jobs.com/Chemonics/ProfExt/index.cfm?fuseaction=mExte... by June 21, 2013. No telephone inquiries, please. Finalists will be contacted.

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United States of America: CONSULTANCY TO SUPPORT THE ANALYSIS OF BURDEN OF MATERNAL AND PAEDIATRIC HIV AND ITS RELATIONSHIP WITH CHILDHOOD CO-MORBIDITIES

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Organization: UN Children's Fund
Country: United States of America
Closing date: 14 Jun 2013

TERMS OF REFERENCE

CONSULTANCY TO SUPPORT THE ANALYSIS OF BURDEN OF MATERNAL AND PAEDIATRIC HIV AND ITS RELATIONSHIP WITH CHILDHOOD CO-MORBIDITIES AND THE IMPACT ON CHILD MORTALITY

**Background and rationale

In 2011, more than 15 million women were living with HIV worldwide, of which about 1.5 million (10 per cent) were pregnant women. Without intervention, almost half of these women are likely to pass on infection to their children either during pregnancy, labour or breastfeeding . Despite current prevention efforts for mother-to-child transmission of HIV, every day, about 900 children are newly infected with HIV , ninety percent occurring in sub-Saharan Africa, where in some countries and communities the prevalence of HIV in women of childbearing age is about 25 per cent or more.

The past decade of antiretroviral treatment (ART) scale-up towards universal access has left children behind. Only 28 per cent of eligible children received ART compared to 57 per cent of adults in 2011. Without antiretroviral treatment, most HIV-infected children die before their fifth birthday , of common childhood diseases such as pneumonia and diarrhoea; 30 percent die by age one and 50 per cent by the age of two years. While reducing the risk of MTCT of HIV to below 5 per cent is feasible, the ballooning of HIV-exposed uninfected children resulting from the success of PMTCT is still a major threat to child survival. Uninfected HIV-exposed children have a mortality risk twice that uninfected children born to mothers without HIV . These exposed uninfected children also have slower early growth and higher morbidity such as persistent diarrhoea, complicated malaria and pneumonia treatment failure.

Children born to HIV-positive women, whether HIV infected themselves or not, therefore are at increased risk of morbidity and mortality from common childhood illnesses and need to be identified early to effectively link them in follow up care. The international community has committed to accelerating progress on new-born, child and maternal survival, through “A Promise Renewed” (APR). This global movement aims at focusing on efforts on scaling up essential interventions to address diseases such as pneumonia, malaria, diarrhoea, and HIV, among others, to reduce child deaths. Understanding the burden of HIV disease in children from both the child survival and HIV lens; responses to date and the needed paradigm shift for moving forward, needs to be informed by careful analysis of epidemiological and maternal and child mortality data.

**Overall and specific objectives The consultant will help analyse the burden of maternal and paediatric HIV disease in sub-Saharan Africa and other epidemic typologies; determine HIV relationship to childhood-co-morbidities and impact on maternal and child mortality. More specifically, the consultant will:

  1. Describe the levels, patterns and distribution of maternal and paediatric HIV in the different regions in Africa and make reference to other epidemic types;
  2. Analyse the burden of, and assess the contribution of, other co-morbidities such as pneumonia, malaria, diarrhoea, meningitis, tetanus and measles, birth outcomes, among others, to child survival, mainly highlighting how they interface with HIV in different regions of Africa and make reference to other epidemic types
  3. Assess child survival by maternal HIV-status (HIV-infected and non-infected mothers) and health status (nutrition, weight, and other birth complications)
  4. Determine the overall impact of HIV and other co-morbidities on child mortality and by HIV-infected and HIV-exposed status.

**Approach The consultant will lead and work with a small technical working group made up of child survival and HIV programme and research experts to address the above objectives, including: a) Draft an outline of report. b) Data analysis and draft report. c) Presentation and discussion of preliminary results with UNICEF staff and technical working group as necessary. d) Revise draft report based on feedback from UNICEF staff and technical working group. e) Support the presentation and facilitation of discussions around the methodology and results of the analysis with the small technical working group and agree on key messages to inform the drafting of the priority action note. f) Support the preparation of a PowerPoint presentation for the high-level meeting to be held during the International Conference on AIDS and STIs in Africa (ICASA) conference in Cape Town, December 2013. g) Draft an article for publication in a peer reviewed journal

**Expected Deliverables 1. Draft final report 2. Meeting with the technical work group to discuss key results, assumptions and limitations 3. A PowerPoint presentation of key results for the high-level meeting 4. An article for publication in a peer-reviewed journal

**Qualifications and Professional Experience Required: • Postgraduate degree or training in medicine, epidemiology, public health, demography, statistics or a related social science and statistical modelling • At least 10-15 years of experience in HIV and health statistical modelling techniques, data analysis and report writing, including synthesis reports • Excellent knowledge of HIV/AIDS programming and recent global commitments and political declarations, including A Promise Renewed (APR) • Excellent communication, coordination, and facilitation skills. • Strong statistical and writing skills, capable of synthesizing a complex body of evidence into meaningful political or policy recommendations. • Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team, forging relationships and producing results in multi-cultural and multi-disciplinary settings within a tight deadline • Native-level command of English required

**Duration and Fees: 30 working days starting o/a 24 June 2013. Payment will be commensurate with the consultants experience and qualifications and be made based on satisfactory submission of deliverables (see above). The contractual procedures and payment will be according to UNICEF rules and regulation

**Supervision The consultant will work closely with staff at UNICEF New York including a small technical working group relevant for this assignment.

**Duty Station Most of the work is expected to be done off-site (consultant’s place of residence) but travel to UNICEF New York and other key stakeholder meetings might be required.

General Conditions of Contracts for the Services of Consultants / Individual Contractors 1. Legal Status The individual engaged by UNICEF under this contract as a consultant or individual contractors (the “Contractor”) is engaged in a personal capacity and not as representatives of a Government or of any other entity external to the United Nations. The Contractor is neither a "staff member" under the Staff Regulations of the United Nations and UNICEF policies and procedures nor an "official" for the purpose of the Convention on the Privileges and Immunities of the United Nations, 1946. The Contractor may, however, be afforded the status of "Experts on Mission" in the sense of Section 22 of Article VI of the Convention and the Contractor is required by UNICEF to travel in order to fulfill the requirements of this contract , the Contractor may be issued a United Nations Certificate in accordance with Section 26 of Article VII of the Convention. 2. Obligations The Contractor shall complete the assignment set out in the Terms of Reference for this contract with due diligence, efficiency and economy, in accordance with generally accepted professional techniques and practices. The Contractor must respect the impartiality and independence of UNICEF and the United Nations and in connection with this contract must neither seek nor accept instructions from anyone other than UNICEF. During the term of this contract the Contractor must refrain from any conduct that would adversely reflect on UNICEF or the United Nations and must not engage in any activity that is incompatible with the administrative instructions and policies and procedures of UNICEF. The Contractor must exercise the utmost discretion in all matters relating to this contract.
In particular, but without limiting the foregoing, the Contractor (a) will conduct him- or herself in a manner consistent with the Standards of Conduct in the International Civil Service; and (b) will comply with the administrative instructions and policies and procedures of UNICE relating to fraud and corruption; information disclosure; use of electronic communication assets; harassment, sexual harassment and abuse of authority; and the requirements set forth in the Secretary General's Bulletin on Special Measures for Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Sexual Abuse.
Unless otherwise authorized by the appropriate official in the office concerned, the Contractor must not communicate at any time to the media or to any institution, person, Government or other entity external to UNICEF any information that has not been made public and which has become known to the Contractor by reason of his or her association with UNICEF or the United Nations. The Contractor may not use such information without the written authorization of UNICEF, and shall under no circumstances use such information for his or her private advantage or that of others. These obligations do not lapse upon termination of this contact. 3. Title rights UNICEF shall be entitled to all property rights, including but not limited to patents, copyrights and trademarks, with regard to material created by the Contractor which bears a direct relation to, or is made in order to perform, this contract. At the request of UNICEF, the Contractor shall assist in securing such property rights and transferring them to UNICEF in compliance with the requirements of the law governing such rights. 4. Travel If UNICEF determines that the Contractor needs to travel in order to perform this contract, that travel shall be specified in the contract and the Contractor’s travel costs shall be set out in the contract, on the following basis:

(a) UNICEF will pay for travel in economy class via the most direct and economical route; provided however that in exceptional circumstances, such as for medical reasons, travel in business class may be approved by UNICEF on a case-by-case basis.

(b) UNICEF will reimburse the Contractor for out-of-pocket expenses associated with such travel by paying an amount equivalent to the daily subsistence allowance that would be paid to staff members undertaking similar travel for official purposes.

  1. Statement of good health Before commencing work, the Contractor must deliver to UNICEF a certified self-statement of good health and to take full responsibility for the accuracy of that statement. In addition, the Contractor must include in this statement of good health (a) confirmation that he or she has been informed regarding inoculations required for him or her to receive, at his or her own cost and from his or her own medical practitioner or other party, for travel to the country or countries to which travel is authorized; and (b) a statement he or she is covered by medical/health insurance and that, if required to travel beyond commuting distance from his or her usual place or residence to UNICEF (other than to duty station(s) with hardship ratings “H” and “A”, a list of which has been provided to the Contractor) the Contractor’s medical/health insurance covers medical evacuations. The Contractor will be responsible for assuming all costs that may be occurred in relation to the statement of good health.
  2. Insurance The Contractor is fully responsible for arranging, at his or her own expense, such life, health and other forms of insurance covering the term of this contract as he or she considers appropriate taking into account, among other things, the requirements of paragraph 5 above. The Contractor is not eligible to participate in the life or health insurance schemes available to UNICEF and United Nations staff members. The responsibility of UNICEF and the United Nations is limited solely to the payment of compensation under the conditions described in paragraph 7 below.
  3. Service incurred death, injury or illness If the Contractor is travelling with UNICEF’s prior approval and at UNICEF's expense in order to perform his or her obligations under this contract, or is performing his or her obligations under this contract in a UNICEF or United Nations office with UNICEF’s approval, the Contractor (or his or her dependents as appropriate), shall be entitled to compensation from UNICEF in the event of death, injury or illness attributable to the fact that the Contractor was travelling with UNICEF’s prior approval and at UNICEF's expense in order to perform his or her obligations under this contractor, or was performing his or her obligations under this contract in a UNICEF or United Nations office with UNICEF’s approval. Such compensation will be paid through a third party insurance provider retained by UNICEF and shall be capped at the amounts set out in the Administrative Instruction on Individual Consultants and Contractors. Under no circumstances will UNICEF be liable for any other or greater payments to the Contractor (or his or her dependents as appropriate).
  4. Arbitration (a) Any dispute arising out of or, in connection with, this contract shall be resolved through amicable negotiation between the parties.

(b) If the parties are not able to reach agreement after attempting amicable negotiation for a period of thirty (30) days after one party has notified the other of such a dispute, either party may submit the matter to arbitration in accordance with the UNCITRAL procedures within fifteen (15) days thereafter. If neither party submits the matter for arbitration within the specified time the dispute will be deemed resolved to the full satisfaction of both parties. Such arbitration shall take place in New York before a single arbitrator agreed to by both parties; provided however that should the parties be unable to agree on a single arbitrator within thirty days of the request for arbitration, the arbitrator shall be designated by the United Nations Legal Counsel. The decision rendered in the arbitration shall constitute final adjudication of the dispute.

  1. Penalties for Underperformance Payment of fees to the Contractor under this contractor, including each installment or periodic payment (if any), is subject to the Contractor’s full and complete performance of his or her obligations under this contract with regard to such payment to UNICEF’s satisfaction, and UNICEF’s certification to that effect.
  2. Termination of Contract This contract may be terminated by either party before its specified termination date by giving notice in writing to the other party. The period of notice shall be five (5) business days (in the UNICEF office engaging the Contractor) in the case of contracts for a total period of less than two (2) months and ten (10) business days (in the UNICEF office engaging the Contractor) in the case of contracts for a longer period; provided however that in the event of termination on the grounds of impropriety or other misconduct by the Contractor (including but not limited to breach by the Contractor of relevant UNICEF policies, procedures, and administrative instructions), UNICEF shall be entitled to terminate the contract without notice. If this contract is terminated in accordance with this paragraph 10, the Contractor shall be paid on a pro rata basis determined by UNICEF for the actual amount of work performed to UNICEF’s satisfaction at the time of termination. UNICEF will also pay any outstanding reimbursement claims related to travel by the Contractor. Any additional costs incurred by UNICEF resulting from the termination of the contract by either party may be withheld from any amount otherwise due to the Contractor under this paragraph 10.
  3. Taxation UNICEF and the United Nations accept no liability for any taxes, duty or other contribution payable by the consultant and individual contractor on payments made under this contract. Neither UNICEF nor the United Nations will issue a statement of earnings to the consultant and individual contractor.

How to apply:

Qualified candidates or institutions are requested to submit a cover letter, CV and P-11 form (which can be downloaded from our website at http://www.unicef.org/about/employ/index_53129.html) to pdconsultants@unicef.org by 14 June 2013 with subject line: Consultancy to support the analysis of burden of maternal and paediatric HIV and its relationship with childhood co-morbidities and the impact on child mortality. Please indicate your ability, availability and expected daily fee/rate to undertake the terms of reference above. Joint applications of two or more individuals are not accepted.

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