CHARITY JOBS IN AFRICA

Organization: Food and Agriculture Organization
Country: Somalia
Closing date: 25 Sep 2013

Under the overall supervision of the Officer in Charge (O.I.C.) FAO Somalia and the direct supervision of the Head of Office and Head of Administration and Finance, the incumbent will provides administrative, financial and accounting support activities for the Dollow/Garowe Field Offices. With leeway for independent action, the incumbent performs the following duties:

• Maintain financial records and monitoring systems for the office; maintain imprest accounts; reconcile expenditures, balances, payments, statements and other data for day-to-day transactions and reports; keep record and control the Field Offices petty cash;
• Retrieve, enter, select and analyse data from a wide variety of sources, including FAO’s corporate systems and data bases e.g. the GRMS, the local Budget Management System (BMS), the Country Office Information System (COIN), Data warehouse, etc.); verify accuracy of data documents; make necessary calculations.
• Assist project/programme staff and immediate supervisor(s) in the verification and reconciliation of operational expenditures in accordance with approved budgets, as required;
• Prepare correspondence of administrative and financial nature; draft correspondence to verify data, answer queries, and obtain additional information on transactions and financial matters, as required.
• Ensure timely provision of financial data to programme/project staff and supervisor(s) for budget estimates and financial planning; Maintain detailed records of obligations and available balances;
• Provide reports on budgetary performance of office accounts, and, if required, assist for the project accounts review and control, and report variations from budgets; Monitor the receipt of Government contributions;
• Provide the financial information for the maintain of local inventory records, proper recording of assets, their maintenance and safeguard, and the transfer of ownership of the Organization’s equipment, as required;
• Maintain a filing system of administrative, financial and HR documents including staff leave and movement records.
• Maintain liaison with local financial institutions to keep up-to-date with financial and regulatory information (exchange and interest rates, procedures and rules, maintenance of bank accounts, etc.).
• Support the streamlining of procedures and practices and the introduction of new information technologies to the office.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Minimum requirements:
Education:
Diploma level education. Specialized training in administration, finance, accounting and/or office management.

Knowledge and skills:
Experience:
Five years of administrative, accounting and office management experience.
Languages:

Good working knowledge (level C) of English and knowledge of local languages. Somalia language is a strong asset.
Selection Criteria:

Meeting the minimum qualification requirements listed above;
Knowledge and competence in the subject matter;
Good writing and speaking communication skills.

How to apply:

Send your application to:

Candidates are requested to submit a covering letter quoting the Position Title and Vacancy Announcement No. FAO/111/2013 along with their current/detailed Curriculum Vitae and FAO Personal Profile Form (PPF) available at http://www.fao.org/employment/irecruitment-access/en/. E-mail is the preferred means of receipt and the application should be sent to HR-Somalia@fao.org

Applications must be received by the deadline. Late applications will not be considered.

Only short listed candidates meeting all essential qualifications will be contacted.

Organization: Comprehensive Community Based Rehabilitation in Tanzania
Country: United Republic of Tanzania
Closing date: 27 Sep 2013

Comprehensive Community Based Rehabilitation in Tanzania (CCBRT) is a locally registered NGO first established in 1994. It is the largest indigenous provider of disability rehabilitation services in the country. CCBRT aims to improve the quality of life of people living with disabilities as well as their families and to enable them to achieve their legitimate potential.

Duties to Include:

• Providing high quality clinical OBGYN services at a Dar es salaam Regional hospital
• Strengthening referral pathways in the catchment area of CCBRT M.H.
• Providing technical support to the CCBRT MNHC team and the M.H. team towards training of staff for the future M.H.
• Ensuring there is proper implementation of standards of care and ensure high quality
• Implement and institutionalize perinatal audits

Work Experience / Skills:

• Experience in setting up and running clinical training programmes (E)
• Strong experience in Emergency Obstetric Care, Prenatal Health Care, Women’s Health Care (E)
• Skills as Adult trainer/coach/mentor to actively supporting training of regional health facilities in emergency obstetric care and newborn care (E)
• Specialist skills in OBGYN (E)

Qualifications:• Certified OB/ GYN Physician (E)

E – Essential, P – Preferred

How to apply:

We are an equal opportunities employer, people with disabilities are encouraged to apply Please submit a letter of Application or curriculum vitae with two references and maximum one page cover letter on why you believe you are the right candidate for this position. Please send it via email to: recruitment@ccbrt.or.tz or by post to the Human Resources Department, P.O Box 23310, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. Tel: +255 (0) 22 260 1543, +255 (0) 22 260 2192, Fax: +255 (0) 22 260 1544. Website: www.ccbrt.or.tz, www.baobabhospital.or.tz

Closing date for Applications: 27th September 2013. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

Organization: Population Services Intl.
Country: Madagascar
Closing date: 31 Dec 2013

PSI is a leading global health organization with programs targeting malaria, child survival, HIV and reproductive health. Working in partnership within the public and private sectors, and harnessing the power of the markets, PSI provides life-saving products, clinical services and behavior change communications that empower the world's most vulnerable populations to lead healthier lives.

PSI's core values are a belief in markets and market mechanisms to contribute to sustained improvements in the lives of the poor; results and a strong focus on measurement; speed and efficiency with a predisposition to action and an aversion to bureaucracy; decentralization and empowering our staff at the local level; and a long term commitment to the people we serve. PSI has programs in 67 countries. For more information, please visit www.psi.org.

Experienced and dynamic leader sought for large, diverse, and high performing platform. With more than 200 local staff and 3 expatriates, PSI Madagascar has a diverse donor base and a wide range of products and interventions. The platform’s Malaria & Child Survival programs include integrated and established prevention and treatment interventions in malaria and diarrheal disease and new activities for pneumonia treatment and nutrition. FP/RH activities include a wide range of short and long term method products and services as well as basic maternal health care services and cervical cancer detection and referral. HIV/STI prevention and treatment activities in this concentrated epidemic include product and communication interventions focused on distinct target audiences: youth and high risk groups (female sex workers, high-risk men and men having sex with men). Current priorities include the expansion of, and service integration into, PSI/Madagascar’s established national social franchise network of private clinics around the country, continual improvement of community-based interventions and distribution, management of a complex web of partnerships and subawards, improving overall marketing planning based on the DELTA process, possible conversion to Lawson ERP, and enhancing the platform’s M&E/MIS systems. In addition to proven skills in organizational management, the ideal candidate will have demonstrated ability to maintain excellent partnerships with donors, the government and other key stakeholders. French language is required. Reports to Southern Africa RD. Transition needed in Jan 2014.

RESPONSIBILITIES: The Country Representative will be responsible for the overall development, management (financial, administrative, and programmatic), and representation of PSI’s activities in Madagascar. This includes, but is not limited to:
• Strategic planning – including the implementation and review of existing strategic plan; • Fundraising for existing and new activities; • External relations with donor, government, NGO, and commercial entities; • In-country personnel recruitment, training, and supervision; • Development and implementation of marketing and communication campaigns and other social marketing activities; • Tracking and maintaining distribution systems and sales figures; • Creation and monitoring of marketing and annual work plans; • Supervision of research activities; • Management of program budget; • Financial and other reporting as required by donors and PSI/Washington; • Development and enforcement of field office policies, and supervision of the internal audit function; • Overall institutional development.

QUALIFICATIONS:• Significant personnel and financial management experience, At least five years work experience in a developing country managing complex projects and relationships; • Relevant post-graduate degree (MBA, MIA, MPH, etc.) or equivalent experience; • Knowledge and experience with of key donors: USAID, GFATM, etc.; • Familiarity and experience in dealing with the international donor community; • Proven leadership demeanor: calm under pressure, diplomatic, and good humored;• Fluency/High level of proficiency in English and French.

The successful candidate will be a creative, innovative and strategic thinker, and will have: excellent communication, analytical, organizational, interpersonal and cross-cultural skills; a strong interest in private sector approaches to development; and proven ability to produce results. Preference will be given to candidates with demonstrated fund raising ability, and experience in qualitative and quantitative research.

How to apply:

Please apply online at www.psi.org. No calls or emails, please.

PSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from qualified individualsregardless of race, religion, national origin, sexual orientation or disability.

Organization: Solidarité Thérapeutique et Initiatives contre le Sida
Country: Mali
Closing date: 30 Sep 2013

Le Responsable administratif, financier et logistique assure la coordination pays de l’ensemble des aspects administratifs, logistiques, ressources humaines et financiers des programmes de Solthis (en lien avec le siège). Il s’assure du respect, de la cohérence, de l’harmonisation et de l’appropriation par les équipes des procédures administratives.

Basé à Bamako et sous la responsabilité hiérarchique du Chef de Mission, il encadre l’équipe administrative et logistique de la mission (1 assistant administratif et logistique, 3 chauffeurs, 7 gardiens,).

Activités:

Comptabilité

• Assure l’encadrement, l’appui, le contrôle et la validation de la gestion comptable de la mission (contrôle de la comptabilité générale et analytique ; inventaires des caisses et coffre ; rapprochement bancaire ; Saisie / contrôle de la saisie comptable sur Excel/SAGA, conformité des pièces comptables, des imputations budgétaires ; exploitation de la comptabilité analytique)
• Transmet les documents comptables au CDM et au siège tous les mois
• Assure le contrôle de la gestion de trésorerie de la mission (plan de trésorerie, demande de trésorerie trimestrielle siège, gestion des comptes bancaires…)

Finance

• Met à jour les suivis budgétaires et prévisionnels en concertation avec les équipes programmes et le Chef de Mission
• Met à jour les tableaux d’affectations bailleurs, élabore les propositions budgétaires
• Réalise les rapports financiers globaux de la mission et les rapports bailleurs de fonds en collaboration avec le Chef de Mission et RAF siège
• Définit, rédige et met à jour les procédures, règles et outils administratifs et financiers en relation avec le siège

Administration

• Gère les contrats, accords, agréments et tous autres documents administratifs
• Assure les relations avec les autorités administratives
• Effectue le suivi des assurances (bureaux, appartements, véhicules…)
• Effectue les démarches administratives auprès des partenaires, des financeurs et des autorités locales

Ressources humaines

• Participe au recrutement du personnel national
• Rédige et suit les contrats de travail
• Vérifie la paie, le suivi des déclarations sociales et le paiement des taxes
• Supervise le suivi des congés du personnel national
• Etablit le plan de formation annuel de la mission en lien avec les autres départements
• Met à jour l’organigramme de la mission
• Gère administrativement le suivi disciplinaire et les fins de contrat
• Effectue la veille juridique
• Propose l’actualisation si nécessaire de la politique de gestion des ressources humaines de la mission

Logistique

• Définit et valide les moyens logistiques et l’organisation matérielle de la mission
• Assure le bon fonctionnement des systèmes de communication, de leur utilisation et forme les personnes utilisatrices : Internet, téléphone satellitaire, radios HF et VHF
• Assure la gestion et le suivi des commandes, garantie le respect des procédures d’achat
• Organise les déplacements du personnel (transport, transits, visas)
• Supervise la gestion du parc de véhicules
• Gère l’aménagement, la sécurité et l’entretien les locaux (bureau et appartements)
• Suit les éventuelles réhabilitations/constructions de bâtiments dans le cadre des activités
• Définit, rédige et met à jour les procédures, règles et outils logistiques en lien avec le siège
• Suivi des inventaires de la mission

Sécurité - en lien étroit avec le Chef de mission

• Recherche d’informations et analyse de l’évolution de la situation du contexte national et régional
• Propose des mises à jour des règles de sécurité de la mission, actualise le guide de sécurité et plan d’évacuation en fonction de l’évolution du contexte
• Assure l’application, par tous, des règles de sécurité de la mission
• Effectue le briefing sécurité du personnel de Solthis

Encadrement d’équipe

• Anime et forme l’équipe administrative et logistique
• Fixe les objectifs et mène l’évaluation du personnel étant sous sa supervision directe

Reporting

• Assure le reporting RH, Financier, sécurité et logistique au Chef de Mission et au siège
• Rédige un rapport narratif mensuel sur les activités administratives et logistiques de la mission
• Effectue un travail de capitalisation des procédures pays, procédures bailleurs et internes

Profil

• Formation : Diplôme supérieur en gestion des entreprises et administration, finance/comptabilité, sciences économiques, Bioforce, Ecole de commerce…
• Expérience : Minimum 2 ans en entreprise ou en ONG internationale sur un poste similaire
• Compétences requises :

Gestion comptable et financière
Maitrise de l’outil informatique (Word, Excel, Saga est un plus)
Gestion des Ressources Humaines
Encadrement d’équipe

• Langue : Français

Conditions

Statut : Volontaire ou salarié selon profil
Durée du contrat : 1 an renouvelable
Date de prise de poste : dès que possible
Indemnités : selon expérience + package (assurance santé, transport, logement, per diem 530€ mensuel).

NB : En raison du contexte sécuritaire du pays, ce poste n’est pas ouvert à un départ accompagné.

How to apply:

Candidature : Adresser CV, lettre de Motivation et dates de disponibilités avant le 30 septembre à recrutement@solthis.org en précisant en objet « RAF Mali ».

Organization: Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH
Country: Libya
Closing date: 20 Sep 2013

As a federal enterprise, GIZ supports the German Government in achieving its objectives in the field of international cooperation for sustainable development.

For our operations in Libya/Tripoli, we are looking for a/an
Short-Term Expert to Design and Deliver an Intensive Course on Principles of Evidence-Based Practice

1 General Background of the EU-LHSS Programme

The Libyan health care delivery system reflects past systemic imbalances and the impact of the civil war. Weakened health services are largely deficient in their capacity to attend to the needs of the pop-ulation. The increased prevalence of mental disorders and physical disabilities –a consequence of the conflict– further exacerbate the situation.

The overall objective of the EU-LHSS programme is to improve efficiency, effectiveness and quality of health service delivery in Libya. The purpose of this action is to strengthen strategic planning, financing as well as management and quality of health service delivery through targeted reforms and pilot interventions.

The EU-LHSS programme is articulated around three result areas:

Result One Strategic Planning, Health Financing and Capacity Strengthened: National health strategy, related policies and action plans developed; health financing options identified; provider payment mechanisms reviewed; and capacity of the Ministry of Health and Health Professionals As-sociations strengthened at all levels.

Result Two Health Service Delivery and Quality of Health Care: Health Service Package success-fully rolled out in pilot areas; options for public private partnerships identified; quality of outcomes framework and accreditation standards developed and selected quality improvements reported.

Result Three Workforce Planning, Development and Management: Recruitment and retention targets in place; pre-service and in-service training needs assessed and partially addressed through targeted training and partnerships with training institutions; curricula upgraded and standardised; li-censing standards and management tools developed and rolled out in pilot areas.

2 Objectives of the mission

2.1 General objective of the mission

The Short-Term Expertise (STE) described in these Terms of Reference is complementary to the tasks of Long Term Experts and the Short Term Expert for Quality of Care and responds to a request articulated by the Chair, Co-chair and members of the Working Group for Quality of Care.

The expertise mobilised to: Design and Deliver an Intensive Course on Principles of Evidence-Based Practice

2.2 Specific objectives of the mission

a) To design and deliver a 5-day Intensive Course on Concepts and Principles of Evidence-Based Practice for 25 participants. Course contents and methodology are described as follows:

Course objectives — to provide students with practical skills to: i) understand the different types of research and their strengths and limitations and locate the best available evidence; ii) critically appraise the literature with a focus on efficacy and safety of health care interventions; iii) appraise systematic reviews; iv) interpret research results and conclusions using aspects of epidemiology and medical statistics; v) make clinical decisions based on best available evidence; vi) inform the process and methods used for clinical guideline development; vii) develop an analytical frame-work/methodology for the development of clinical guidelines; viii) identify contextual elements and build skills to tailor the protocols and evidence gathered in other contexts to specific settings in Libya.

The prospective audience — Ministry of Health staff largely with clinical background, clinicians and health care leaders.

Methodology — teaching will take place over 5 days with reading formerly assigned. The course will include in-class group exercises. A reading day —on Friday, 6 December— will be scheduled mid-way through the course for participants to catch up on unfinished reading.

Reading — a list of essential readings and exercises will be provided four weeks before the course begins.

Assessment —participants will be required to conduct an analytical review of academic literature on a topic of relevance to the EU LHSS programme that is related to shaping an intervention for quality improvement at a hospital or PHC centre or developing a particular clinical guideline. This review will be presented in a PowerPoint format two months after the delivery of the course contents. The assessment will take place over 3 days and will feature individual presentations

b) To review course contents, delivery and learning outcomes, and provide a brief analysis of con-text-specific challenges, participants’ grasp of the concepts, principles and tools, their participation and comments in the course and their feedback gathered through course evaluation questionnaires

c) To assess participants’ use of tools and skills acquired through the course in particular in as far as the formulation of answerable clinical questions, search for evidence, and critical appraisal. The assessment shall take place through a review of their coursework to be presented in PowerPoint format in an open session organised over 3 days two to three months after the initial 5-day course.

2.3 Expected results and deliverables

• Intensive course designed and delivered
• Feedback gathered
• Short report prepared
• Participants assessed and report of assessment prepared

3 Management of the mission

3.1 Work language

The work language is English.

3.2 Responsibilities

The expert will report directly to the Chair and Co-chair of the Working Group on Quality of Care.

The expert will also ensure close consultation with the Short Term Expert for Quality of Care, the Team Leader/Health Economist, the Consultant (EUNIDA) and the Project Manager (the European Union).

3.3 Timetable

The duration of the mission will be of 16 man/days distributed over two missions to Libya. A first mission of 8 man/days will take place from Sunday 3rd to 11th of November. A follow-up mission of 5 man/days will take place two months after the first consultancy/visit to assess participants’ per-formance following the course. An additional 3 man/days are allocated to modify course contents to fit the Libyan context. There may be further follow up missions identified according to the results of the first mission by the STE.

• Within two weeks following the 5-day Intensive Course, the expert shall submit a short report.

3.4 Location of the mission

The location of the mission is Tripoli, Libya

4 The expertise required

4.1 Number of experts and working days

1 STE for 16 man/days

4.2 Profile of the expert

Experience

• A minimum of 10 years teaching experience across various disciplines such as Medical Statistics, Biostatistics, Epidemiology and Health Sciences
• Solid grounding in research methods and statistics underpinning evidence based practice
• Proven experience in teaching Evidence Based Medicine principles and methodology and experience in supporting postgraduate students
• Proven experience in promoting the use of best evidence in decision-making
• Track record of research demonstrated by publications in peer-reviewed journals and collaborations in peer-reviewed funded projects
• Previous experience in conducting systematic reviews and undertaking meta-analysis
• Previous experience in the design and analysis of research

Qualifications

• Advanced Degree in Medical Statistics, Epidemiology, Clinical Epidemiology, Evidence Based Medicine or related discipline
• Recognised expertise and technical achievement in evidence-based research principles and concepts and comprehensive understanding of research methodologies
• Excellent communication and presentation skills

• Ability to collaborate effectively with people from a wide range of disciplines and to work effectively in a multicultural environment

• Doctor of Philosophy Degree (PhD) desirable

5 Reports

5.1 Format and contents

The report —3 pages maximum— should specifically review course contents, delivery and learning outcomes, and provide a brief analysis of context-specific challenges, participants’ grasp of the con-cepts, principles and tools, their participation and comments in the course and their feedback gathered through course evaluation questionnaires and details of the assignment. Further, the report shall provide an analysis of potential gaps with regards to the expected results as well as a set of recommendations in bullet point format.

5.2 Delivery and approval of reports

A draft report will be delivered electronically to the Technical Assistance Team. All documents deliv-ered by the expert shall receive prior approval by the Chair and Co-chair of the Working Group on Quality of Care, working in close consultation with the Short Term Expert on Quality of Care and other Working Group members. The report will further be approved by the Project Manager (the European Union) and the Consultant (EUNIDA/GIZ).

How to apply:

If you are interested, please do not hesitate to apply until 10th October 2013 via email (CV and letter of motivation). Email: matthieu.david@giz.de;Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH

Organization: Oxfam Novib
Country: Democratic Republic of the Congo
Closing date: 20 Sep 2013

Programme de Renforcement de Capacités Humanitaires

Appel à consultant ; Genre et VIH-SIDA

Préambule

La mission d’Oxfam Novib est d’éliminer la pauvreté dans le monde. Nous sommes convaincus que chacun est capable d’élaborer, par ses propres moyens, une source de revenus pour vivre à l’abri de la pauvreté, si on lui en donne la possibilité. C’est pourquoi nous supportons les projets locaux dans les pays en voie de développement, exerçons une pression sur les gouvernements et les entreprises pour qu’ils prennent en compte les intérêts des plus démunis et organisons des campagnes afin d’impliquer les Néerlandais, hommes et femmes, dans notre travail. Nous collaborons avec d’autres organisations faisant partie d’Oxfam afin d’augmenter notre impact sur les questions de développement.

Le programme de renforcement des capacités humanitaires

Oxfam Novib cherche à recruter un consultant ‘Genre et VIH-SIDA’ pour le programme ‘Vers une réponse humanitaire de qualité des organisations de la société civile locale à l’Est de la République Démocratique du Congo’

Le programme a comme objectif global de transmettre les compétences aux organisations de la société civile a l’Est de la RDC pour assurer une réponse locale de qualité aux crises humanitaires et contribuer à la prévention et atténuation des risques de catastrophes naturelles et épidémiologiques au Nord et Sud Kivu et Maniema tenant compte des aspects d’autonomie décisionnelle, redevabilité et justice genre.

Contrairement aux phases antérieures où ces thématiques ont été traitées comme des questions transversales avec le risque d’une faible prise en compte dans la programmation et en conséquence, un faible effet au bout du compte, nous proposons les développer en tant que volet à part entière.

Ainsi, le volet ‘Genre et VIH-SIDA’ du programme a comme résultat voulu que dix anciens et dix nouvelles OP d’Oxfam Novib ont conduit un inventaire des stratégies ‘genre’, connaissent le cadre d’analyse genre et ont été formés sur ses outils et aussi que les aspects genre et VIH-SIDA ont été intégrés dans toutes les interventions humanitaires exécutées par les OP impliquées dans le programme.

Les activités ‘genre et VIH-SIDA’

Soutenir la mise en œuvre des directives politiques et pratiques d’ON pour l’intégration du genre et VIH-SIDA dans les activités ;

Contribuer à la production et à la consolidation de la documentation des bonnes pratiques sur le genre et VIH-SIDA y compris la violence sexuelle et faciliter leur intégration dans les politiques des partenaires humanitaires ;

Appuyer la conception et la mise en œuvre d'un plan d'action pour les partenaires humanitaires ;

Appuyer la prestation d'une formation appropriée pour tous les niveaux de personnel des partenaires afin de faciliter la mise en œuvre du plan;

Assurer le renforcement des capacités pour l'élargissement de la capacité d'analyse de genre et VIH ;

Livrables

• Conduite d’un inventaire des stratégies genre des partenaires
• Définition du cadre d'analyse genre et formation sur les outils
• Suivi d'intégration du genre et VIH-SIDA dans les interventions humanitaires

Il s’agit d’une mission d’environ 30 jours repartis sur les mois d’octobre, novembre et décembre 2013.

How to apply:

Veuillez soumettre votre dossier à Amedee Fikirini, Administrateur amedee.fikirini@oxfamnovib.nl (tel. 0997727145) au plus tard le 20 septembre a 9h00.

Organization: International Potato Center
Country: Kenya
Closing date: 09 Oct 2013

The International Potato Center (CIP) is seeking an Agricultural Value Chain Specialist to be based in Kisumu, Kenya.

The Center: CIP is a not-for-profit international agricultural research-for-development organization with a focus on potato, sweetpotato, and Andean roots and tubers. Its vision is of roots and tubers improving the lives of the poor. CIP is dedicated to achieving food security, improved well-being, and gender equity for poor people in root and tuber farming and food systems of the developing world. CIP works with partners to contribute high quality science, technology, and capacity strengthening for sustainable science-based solutions. CIP is headquartered in Lima, Peru, with staff and activities in over 30 locations across Asia, Africa, and Latin America. CIP is a member of the CGIAR Consortium, a global agriculture research partnership for a food secure future. Its science is carried out by the 15 research centers who are members of the CGIAR Consortium in collaboration with hundreds of partner organizations. The CIP Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) main regional office is in Nairobi, Kenya. CIP also has offices in 7 other African countries.

CIP is launching a new going-to-scale project building on our successful research work on nutritious orange-fleshed sweetpotato in sub-Saharan Africa. We are looking for energetic researchers and development specialists to lead this effort in key countries in the region and to help us reach farmers and consumers with new and innovative approaches and partnerships.

The Position: The Agriculture Value Chain Specialist will be responsible for the implementation of a going-to-scale project in Nyanza Province, Kenya to improve nutrition benefits from with pro-vitamin A rich orange-fleshed sweetpotato. This will require managing complex multi-disciplinary partnerships with government, non-governmental implementation organizations and private sector partners. The position will be part of the regional project team and reports to the regionally based Project Leader. The principal tasks and responsibilities comprise the following:

Duties and responsibilities:

• Oversee and coordinate project activities and partnerships at country level.• Provide technical support to national partners to ensure production and multiplication of high quality foundation planting material. • Manage the collaboration with private sector food processing companies and implement partners from the NGO sector to ensure timely delivery of quality. • Contribute to monitoring and evaluation (M&E), and impact assessment at country and regional levels.• Develop and report against country-level project work plans as part of the regional project management system.• Produce and contribute to scientific publications, policy briefs and other information materials, and participating in regional and international forums.• Participate in national agriculture and nutrition forums to contribute to evidence-based planning and policy development. • Coordinate and participate in periodic capacity building and training events for implementing partners and wider stakeholder groups.• Supervise and/or facilitate associated in-country research activities by national research institutions, CIP and regional or international partners.

Selection Criteria:

• Ph.D. degree in agricultural economics, nutrition, marketing or other similar degree. Specific training related to sweetpotato is an added advantage.• At least 2 years as a project leader in an agricultural research and development context, preferably in sub-Saharan Africa.• A minimum of 2 years hands-on experience working in agricultural seed systems or value chains, preferably with sweetpotato or other vegetatively propagated crops.• Strong experience with communication technologies as research and development tools.• Solid and up-to-date understanding of M&E, Impact Assessment and scaling-up principles and methodologies.• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English are required. Good working knowledge of Kiswahili or Luo preferred.• Ability to work in an international agricultural research center, interacting with its staff and managing research programs in a variety of institutional and ecological settings. • A good ability and demonstrated expertise to write, plan research, analyze data and complete timely reports.• Good record of publications and citations.• Aptitude for teamwork, leadership, training, and communications.• Willingness to travel frequently and work under field conditions.• Must be a citizen of an African country.

Conditions: The employment contract will be for a three-year term (with a three month probation period) with the possibility of renewal, subject to availability of funding. The salary will be internationally competitive, paid in US dollars, and commensurate with experience. CIP prides itself on its collegial and supportive working environment, which allows space for personal and professional growth.

How to apply:

Applications: Applicants should apply by email, sending a cover letter summarizing their relevance to this position, a full C.V. and the names and contact information of three referees knowledgeable about the candidate’s professional qualifications and work experience to cip-recruitment@cgiar.org, copied to Jan Low (j.low@cgiar.org). The reference name of the position should be clearly marked on the subject line of the email message. Screening of applications will begin on October 09, 2013 and will continue until the post is filled.

Organization: Comprehensive Community Based Rehabilitation in Tanzania
Country: United Republic of Tanzania
Closing date: 25 Oct 2013

Comprehensive Community Based Rehabilitation in Tanzania (CCBRT) is a locally registered NGO first established in 1994. It is the largest indigenous provider of disability rehabilitation services in the country. CCBRT aims to improve the quality of life of people living with disabilities as well as their families and to enable them to achieve their legitimate potential.Duties to Include:• Good practical knowledge of MEP installations on site including the following: Medical Gases, Specialized Ventilation, Electrical Installations include HV and LV, Mechanical Installations, Lighting, Medical equipment, Chilled water installations, VRF installations, Above and Below Ground Drainage, Autoclaves, Clinical Laboratories, Mortuary services and Sterile Services departments.• Review of drawings and advise CCBRT about best practices and ensure that the designs service the CCBRT/MH requirements• Review site procedures to safeguard the interests of CCBRT and ensure proper implementation of the design. Monitor all M&E activities in order to safeguard the quality of installation• Manage ,train and supervise a small team of technicians both electrical and mechanical• Authorizing Engineering standards as defined by the Health Technical Memorandum• Inspect the site to ensure that the installations of medical gases, ventilation, lighting, equipment and so forth are completed as per approved drawings, and submittals and best installation practices and inform the management any problems detrimental to project time table and completion and cost; Assist and undertake critical testing and commission activities with contractors and consultants.• Attend site meetings and submit reports.

Work Experience / Skills:• Over 5 – 10 years professional experience and good understanding and working knowledge of the health Technical Memorandums, Health Building Notes ( E )• A good understanding and working knowledge of International Standards applicable to hospital environments ( E )• Hands on experience of managing tight budgets and delivering a good standard of maintenance management ( E )• Experience working in East or Southern Africa ( P )

Contract period• 2 years employment contract

Qualifications:

• Degree in Building Services Engineering, Mechanical Engineering and Electrical Engineering ( E )• Chartered Engineer or suitable experience within the Hospital Engineering Sector ( P )• Hold an Approved Persons Certificate for Medical Gases, or other suitable international standard ( P )

E – Essential, P – Preferred

We are an equal opportunities employer, people with disabilities are encouraged to apply Please submit a letter of Application or curriculum vitae with two references and maximum one page cover letter on why you believe you are the right candidate for this position. Please send it via email to: recruitment@ccbrt.or.tz or by post to the Human Resources Department, P.O Box 23310, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. Tel: +255 (0) 22 260 1543, +255 (0) 22 260 2192, Fax: +255 (0) 22 260 1544. Website: www.ccbrt.or.tz, www.baobabhospital.or.tz

Closing date for Applications: 25th October 2013. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

How to apply:

Apply through email recruitment@ccbrt.or.tz

Organization: British Red Cross
Country: Lesotho
Closing date: 11 Oct 2013

In this exciting role you will be working with the British Red Cross and the Lesotho Red Cross in the implementation of water sanitation programming in Lesotho. This position sits within the Partnership Development department within the International department of British Red Cross.

We are looking for someone who will work to support the capacity of the Lesotho Red Cross, in the delivery of the BRC supported Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Promotion Programme in rural communities of Lesotho. Specifically, the post holder is responsible for the management oversight and grant management of this large community based WASH programme and provide technical supervision to LRC in its implementation. This is a 4 year programme, funded through AusAID, and supported by British Red Cross in partnership with Australia Red Cross. The post holder must be results orientated, able to respond to donor demands and work with others to achieve results as laid out in a programme plan.

Candidates must be technically competent in the delivery of WatSan Programming and have prior experience working overseas, preferably in Africa in a developmental context with strong community based water, sanitation and hygiene experience. Candidates must also be adaptable, flexible and mature in judgement. They should possess initiative, diplomacy, cultural sensitivity, and have the ability to work in a team.

How to apply:

Please apply online via our website www.redcross.org.uk/Jobs, click on ‘apply now’ and search for job reference WASHPM2013. For further information about this role or if you are unable to apply online please contact Ellie Lewis on elewis@redcross.org.uk or by post to 44 Moorfields, London EC2Y 9AL quoting reference number WASHPA2013 to request a paper or Word application form.

Organization: Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH
Country: Libya
Closing date: 10 Oct 2013

As a federal enterprise, GIZ supports the German Government in achieving its objectives in the field of international cooperation for sustainable development.

For our operations in Libya/Tripoli, we are looking for a/an

Short-term Expert in Health Information Management Systems (HMIS)

Field of activity

Within the framework of EUNIDA, a grouping of EU Member State implementing agencies, GIZ International Services is managing the EU Libya Health Systems Strengthening Programme.

Background

The Libyan health care delivery system reflects past systemic imbalances and the impact of the civil war. Weakened health services are largely deficient in their capacity to attend to the needs of the population. The increased prevalence of mental disorders and physical disabilities –a consequence of the conflict– further exacerbate the situation.

The overall objective of the EU-LHSS programme is to improve efficiency, effectiveness and quality of health service delivery in Libya. The purpose of this action is to strengthen strategic planning, financing as well as management and quality of health service delivery through targeted reforms and pilot interventions.

The EU-LHSS programme is articulated around three result areas:

• Result One Strategic Planning, Health Financing and Capacity Strengthened: National health strategy, related policies and action plans developed; health financing options identified; provider payment mechanisms reviewed; and capacity of the Ministry of Health and Health Professionals Associations strengthened at all levels.

• Result Two Health Service Delivery and Quality of Health Care: Health Service Package successfully rolled out in pilot areas; options for public private partnerships identified; quality of outcomes framework and accreditation standards developed and selected quality improvements reported.

• Result Three Workforce Planning, Development and Management: Recruitment and retention targets in place; pre-service and in-service training needs assessed and partially addressed through targeted training and partnerships with training institutions; curricula upgraded and standardised; licensing standards and management tools developed and rolled out in pilot areas.

As part of the programme, model primary health care practices should be established in at least six PHC centres and six polyclinics. Selected interventions will be accelerated to help Libyan organisations and frontline workers make breakthrough improvements in quality of care and disseminate early results where they exist. In particular, the following priority areas have been selected for testing and implementation: health education and promotion, infection control, emergency departments management and triage, blood and blood products management, clinical protocols and guidelines, and laboratory-related quality improvements.

Accurate and reliable data is essential for policy making, health reform, regulation, education, health service and human resource management . Accurate and trustworthy information is simply the basis for all strategic decision making across the health care system both at national and local levels. A seamless process of health information management starts with timely data generation and collection, followed by structured compilation, synthesis and analysis.

In Libya, data collected is often not put to good use for analysis, monitoring or policymaking. There is no clear national HIS strategic plan and there is a severe shortage of trained IT staff that can develop local and national IT systems. The necessary legislations that should underpin any health care information management are lacking, particularly in as far as data protection and disclosure, and there are no national policies or guidelines on data collection and management. The data collected by the health care system is rarely systematically analysed to produce reports that can provide the basis for strategic decision-making. There are no national databases to collect information about the performance of health care professional or institutions to benchmark them at a national level.

In order to develop a modern nationwide Health Information System, a national HIS strategy and plan are urgently required. The plan should be costed and sequenced and a clear funding stream should be identified for the development of information technology resources and infrastructure. Open systems built-up over time, started as small projects have more chances for success than large scale, costly IT projects. Preference should be given to agreeing and managing systems locally, rather than imposing systems from above and the goal should be to continuously enhance systems to improve clinical decision-making and performance outcome.

IT staff should be recruited to work side by side with clinicians to develop and manage local and national heath IT systems, train clinical staff and develop their skills for the effective utilization of the system. Libya should also urgently adopt nationally agreed data collection and management standards and coding systems e.g. ICD10, procedure codes, unique patient identifiers and staff code identifiers. Legislation should be developed to govern data architecture, protection and disclosure.

Objectives of the mission

General objective of the mission

The Short-Term Expertise (STE) described in these Terms of Reference is complementary to the tasks of the long-term experts and responds to a request articulated by the Working Group (WG) on Health Service Delivery and the Ministry of Health.

The expertise mobilised will support the chair of the WG on Health Service Deliveryand the HIS Department of the Ministry of Health to:

• Assess existing health management information systems, recommend and implement priority strengthening initiatives to support HIS requirements of health service delivery and improvements in quality of care at primary health care and hospital level.

• Service HIS requirements for pilot-related monitoring, evaluation and operational research through pilot testing and scale-up of HIS in selected pilot sites.

Specific objectives of the mission

HIS Scoping Study

i) Assess existing Health Information Systems (HIS) in Libya including the accuracy and reliability of patient demographic and clinical data, emerging trends such as interface and interoperability risks.

ii) Assess existing needs for a customized HIS at the PHCs including data needs, access, acceptability, usability and ease of implementation.

iii) Analyse the scope for a unified and centralized system to be put in place and provide a menu of options for the operationalisation of such a plan including estimated costs, timeframe, knowledge, skills and resources required for a full roll out (turn-key).

iv) Respond to requests for specialist-level advice and assistance in the area of HIS policy, strategic planning, development and implementation, training, as well as in monitoring and evaluation

Design of a HIS for data capture in selected pilot sites

i) Assess user needs and expectation of system requirements, feasibility of implementation, and acceptability of adoption.

ii) Assist staff from the Ministry of Health and frontline workers in selected pilot sites to develop a monitoring and evaluation (M&E) plan, including indicator development, indicator definitions and collection of baseline information on service provision, quality of care and logistics (medicines and medical supplies).

iii) Design, develop and roll out a HIS that improves data capture, data flow, data use and storage related to health service delivery in Primary Health Care (PHC) pilots and selected quality improvements at PHC level. Data captured should include patient demographics, services provided, clinical management and clinical indicators, diagnosis of patients seen, utilisation rates, drug usage, staffing, administration and management.

iv) Provide training, tools and capacity development to streamline data collection, data management, data analysis, reporting and utilisation.

v) Apply HIS expertise to prepare evidence-based syntheses of baseline data for selected performance indicators in PHC pilots where quality improvement activities are being implemented.

vi) Oversee on-going monitoring and reporting against pilot indicators and results.

vii) Institute data quality assurance processes for continuous data quality monitoring.

viii) Provide training, tools and capacity development to upgrade the capacity of Ministry of Health staff, in particular staff from the Regional Office, to supervise staff responsible for routine data capture and data entry; and

ix) Assist the Ministry of Health and frontline workers with the preparation of data summaries and reports in user-friendly, graphic manner for routine reporting and broader dissemination;.

Expected results and deliverables

HIS Scoping Study

- Situation Analysis developed

- Scoping Study developed

- One-day workshop organised for discussion of the situation analysis, the scope for a unified system and the options

- Feedback incorporated in a Workshop Report

Design of a HIS for data capture in selected pilot sites

- M&E plan developed

- Two-day workshop organised for validation of the M&E plan, proposal for roll out and plan of action in selected pilot sites at primary health care hospital level

- Feedback incorporated in a Workshop Report and final M&E plan

- Prototype HIS developed and launched in selected pilot sites

- Training and tools delivered to Ministry of Health staff and frontline workers in pilot sites to streamline data collection, data management, data analysis and utilisation

- Quality assurance processes and tools defined including guidelines for routine data capture and data entry and supervision

- One-day workshop organised to present baseline data collected

- Feedback incorporated in a Workshop Report

- Intermediate Report prepared responding to requirements outlined under headings 1) – 2) and subheadings i) – xi)

- Final Report prepared responding to requirements outlined under headings 1) – 2) and subheadings i) – xi) and incorporating feedback on the Intermediate Report and on the draft presented.

Management of the mission

Work language: The work language is English.

Responsibilities

In the absence of the Technical Assistance team and taking into account the nature of the mission (STE), the expert will report directly to the chair of the WG on Health Service Delivery and the HIS Department of the Ministry of Health.

The expert will also ensure close consultation with the Team Leader/Health Economist and chairs of other Working Groups, the Consultant (EUNIDA) and the Project Manager (the European Union).

Timetable

The duration of the mission is up to 72 working days and take place during 2014. The mission might be divided into 2-3 visits of 4-5 weeks duration each spread over a one year to allow time for training, gradual implementation and outcome assessments.

The tasks to be completed by the expert in total are as follows:

- Validate the outline of the report to be submitted including projected division of tasks by each of the three missions The outline will be reviewed and confirmed by the chair of the WG on Health Service Delivery, the chair of the WG on Quality of Care and the HIS Department of the Ministry of Health and address headings 1) – 2) and subheadings i) – xi) described under section 3.2. The outline will assist all parties clarifying deliverables and expectations.

- Discuss the findings of the situation analysis, the scope for a unified HIS system and the options available.

- Conduct a workshop/meeting to validate the M&E plan, the proposal for roll out and the plan of action in selected pilot sites.

- Submit an intermediate report that should be circulated for comments amongst members of the WG on Health Service Delivery and HIS Department of the Ministry of Health, and chairs of other Working Groups (if deemed relevant).

- Provide training and tools to Ministry of Health staff and frontline workers in pilot sites to streamline data collection, data management, data analysis and utilisation and includes working with the Champion of medical record improvement through the Quality of Care Working group.

- Launch the HIS in selected pilot sites and organise a one-day workshop to present baseline data collected.

- Provide quality assurance processes and tools including guidelines for routine data capture and data entry and supervision.

- At least three days prior to the end of each mission the expert shall deliver a report of the work accomplished during that particular mission, which should have incorporated feedback from the chair of the WG on Health Service Delivery, the chair of the WG on Quality of Care and the HIS Department of the Ministry of Health and the plans and date for the next mission.

Profile of the expert

Experience

- A minimum of 10 years consultancy experience in facilitation of health information system strengthening, including central level coordination and systems integration, and sub-national strengthening for quality collection, analysis, dissemination and use of health information.

- Proven experience in designing, developing, implementing and maintaining information systems in order to monitor, support and evaluate large-scale programme activities.

- Proficiency in training and capacity building to enable managers and institutions to improve information systems and utilise data for decision making.

- Solid understanding of the role of HIS in supporting planning, management and evaluation.

- Experience and skills in identifying strategic information needs, collecting, analysing and synthesising data and presenting data in a succinct and user-friendly manner.

- Ability to understand and assimilate new Health Management Information Systems approaches, as well as health programme design, management and implementation approaches.

- Strong communications skills to ensure effective working relationships with government institutions, national and international working partners.

- Proven writing and editing skills, with a strong command of English and ability to convey complex ideas in a clear and direct style.

- Previous experience working with District Health Information Systems (DHIS) highly desirable.

- Working knowledge of Arabic desirable.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in health informatics, public health, systems/business analysis or business and management

Reports

The report should specifically address headings and subheadings outlined under section.
The report shall also summarise the main activities implemented, potential constraints encountered, the measures taken or to be taken (by the expert, the EU LHSS programme or the Ministry of Health) to ensure the achievement of the objectives and the expected results. Further, the report shall deliver an analysis of potential gaps with regards to the expected results as well as recommendations for the roll out of the basic health care package.

Delivery and approval of reports

A draft report will be delivered electronically to the Technical Assistance Team. All documents delivered by the expert shall receive prior approval by the chair of the WG on Health Service Delivery, the chair of the WG on Quality of Care and the HIS Department of the Ministry of Health. It will further be approved by the Project Manager (the European Union) and at the Consultant (EUNIDA/GIZ).Assignment period: up to 72 working days completed in two to three visits over a one year period.The intended commencement date is January 2014

How to apply:

If you are interested, please do not hesitate to apply until 10th October 2013 via email (CV and letter of motivation).

Email: matthieu.david@giz.de ;

Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH

Organization: International Potato Center
Country: Mozambique
Closing date: 09 Oct 2013

The International Potato Center (CIP) is seeking a Sweetpotato Specialist with skills in seed system management to support CIP’s orange-fleshed sweetpotato work in Mozambique.

The Center: CIP is a not-for-profit international agricultural research-for-development organization with a focus on potato, sweetpotato, and Andean roots and tubers. Its vision is of roots and tubers improving the lives of the poor. CIP is dedicated to achieving food security, improved well-being, and gender equity for poor people in root and tuber farming and food systems of the developing world. CIP works with partners to contribute high quality science, technology, and capacity strengthening for sustainable science-based solutions. CIP is headquartered in Lima, Peru, with staff and activities in over 30 locations across Asia, Africa, and Latin America. CIP is a member of the CGIAR Consortium. CGIAR is a global agriculture research partnership for a food secure future. Its science is carried out by the 15 research centers who are members of the CGIAR Consortium in collaboration with hundreds of partner organizations. The CIP Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) main regional office is in Nairobi, Kenya. CIP also has an existing office in 7 other SSA countries.

The Position: The Sweetpotato Specialist will be based in Maputo, Mozambique with extensive travel at other provinces in the country. The specialist will report to the Senior Breeder in Mozambique and to the Project Manager for the going-to-scale project within Mozambique. The principal tasks and responsibilities will include, but not limited to the following:

Duties and responsibilities:

• Assist in the coordination and implementation of the sweetpotato population breeding activities for Southern Africa.• Coordinate the organization and implementation of stakeholder meetings and planning sessions with partner organizations. • Ensure the production of high quality foundation planting material, in collaboration with the national program and coordinate the seed system management of a going-to-scale project in two provinces of Mozambique.• Backstop as a trainer in an annual learning-by-doing trainer of trainers course.

• Work with development partners to engage in widespread dissemination of improved sweetpotato varieties in two provinces.• Provide technical assistance to the national program, when requested and within the limits of available resources, in seed systems, variety development, and integrated sweetpotato management.

Selection Criteria:

• PhD degree in Plant Breeding or Genetics or Molecular breeding with at least two years of experience in field research. • Expertise in experimental design related to breeding trials, data collection, analysis, interpretation and report writing.• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English. • Working knowledge of Portuguese or Spanish required.• Familiarity with producing vegetatively propagated crops; knowledge of sweetpotato or cassava will be an advantage. • Aptitude for teamwork, leadership, training, and communications.• Willingness to travel extensively within the country.

Conditions: The employment contract will be for a three-year term (with a three month probation period) with the possibility of renewal, subject to availability of funding. The salary will be internationally competitive, paid in US dollars, and commensurate with experience. CIP prides itself on its collegial and supportive working environment, which allows space for personal and professional growth.

How to apply:

Applicants should apply by email, sending a cover letter summarizing their relevance to this position, a full C.V. and the names and contact information of three referees knowledgeable about the candidate’s professional qualifications and work experience to cip-recruitment@cgiar.org, copied to Jan Low (j.low@cgiar.org). The reference name of the position should be clearly marked on the subject line of the email message. Screening of applications will begin on October 09, 2013 and will continue until the post is filled.

Organization: Centre for Conflict Resolution
Country: South Africa
Closing date: 20 Sep 2013

CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA

The Centre for Conflict Resolution (CCR) is an independent, non-governmental Pan-African organisation, based in Cape Town, South Africa. Over the last 45 years it has worked continentally to promote constructive, creative and co-operative approaches to the resolution of conflict and the reduction of violence. It has produced numerous reports, books and research papers as well as conducted extensive capacity building, facilitated and mediated processes across the continent.

The Conflict Intervention and Peacebuilding Support (CIPS) Cluster of CCR conducts training in gender, human rights, and HIV/AIDS and security, and provides conflict resolution support and training in African countries such as South Africa, Lesotho, Swaziland, Burundi and South Sudan.

CCR invites applications from suitable candidates to fill the following position:

SENIOR MANAGER: CONFLICT INTERVENTION AND PEACEBUILDING SUPPORT (CIPS)

Key responsibilities: • To contribute to CCR’s vision and leadership and to provide strategic leadership to the CIPS
Cluster;• To act as a CCR ambassador and to lead the project teams in building and maintaining the profile of the CIPS cluster internally and externally;• To manage and build an effective and motivated cluster team;• To facilitate the effective administration and financial management of the CIPS Cluster;• To write and edit training manuals, proposals, and progress reports;• To facilitate conflict resolution and mediation training interventions; and• To lead and guide income-generating strategies.

Requirements: • A Master’s degree in a related field;• At least five years relevant experience at senior management level; • Experience of conflict resolution facilitation and training with strong expertise in human rights, gender, and/or HIV/AIDS and security;• Experience of gender training and facilitation;• Experience in conducting training programmes in Africa;• Comprehensive experience and knowledge of African politics and/or conflict resolution in Africa;• Financial, human resource and project management experience;• Excellent writing, editing, and oral skills; and• Well-connected to international and national conflict resolution networks.

Advantages:• Ability to speak and write in French.

CCR has vast experience working with national and African regional institutions and the UN, and combines training, mediation, policy research and development within networks with influential leaders and researchers while conducting extensive mediation work at the grassroots level.

This position involves national and international travel.

How to apply:

To apply, please submit a comprehensive CV; a writing sample, as well as a letter of application, motivating why you believe you are suitable for the post, to Mr. Fritz Brand and Ms. Raygana Davids at recruitment@ccr.org.za. Please head your application “Vacancy – followed by the position you are applying for – followed by your name”.

Closing date for applications: Friday, 20 September 2013

Organization: Food and Agriculture Organization
Country: Somalia
Closing date: 25 Sep 2013

Under the overall supervision of the Officer in Charge (O.I.C.) FAO Somalia and the direct supervision of the Head of Office, Dollow/Garowe, the incumbent will act as focal point for all Dollow/Garowe Field Offices Logistic matters and be responsible for the day-to-day logistics of the Dollow/Garowe field operations. He/she will, in particular:

Project materials management:

• Assist in the development and implementation of logistics planning and operations through coordination with other responsible officers;
• In consultation with Logistics Officer Nairobi and the Head of Office (and Admin staff in Dollow/Garowe) , ensure on time clearing in of the goods and supplies coming to Dollow/Garowe through the airfield/airport or ports and transportation of the same into either the warehouse or to the project sites.
• Ensure the timely delivery of project inputs to intended beneficiaries and safe receipt at various stages of distribution, either personally or through FAO partners.
• In coordination with other responsible officers, ensure communication of material movement details to relevant parties.
• Ensure the proper packing, documentation and identification of goods in Dollow/Garowe before any supplies dispatch is done for onward transportation to the partners..
• Follow-up on export/import and customs documents and ensure timely return to supplier.
• Maintain an updated record of all the project materials received and dispatched to the FAO partners in the field including ensuring updated file of the property transfer forms

Dollow/Garowe Office and Guest House Management

• In close Coordination/collaboration with the support of the Head of Office and admin and finance Assistant in the management of the Dollow/Garowe field office ensuring the office is running smoothly, including ensuring office repairs are done timely, office space allocation, office cleaning.
• Ensure office electricity and water bills are computed and paid on time,
• Ensure proper servicing of the office generator and proper accounting of the generator spares and fuel
• Ensure Dollow/Garowe guesthouse is well managed at all times, including visitors booking and accommodation allocation.
• Assist in proper availability and accounting of the guesthouse supplies and inventory at all times.
• Liaise with the finance staff to ensure proper cost recovery mechanism for the guesthouse users.• Ensure guesthouse cleanliness at all times

Dollow/Garowe Assets management:

• Support the Head of Field Office, Dollow/Garowe in the overall management of the office inventory and assets
• Ensure the office assets records are up to date
• Ensure the assets are tagged and asset numbers updated on the records
• Carry out an adhoc and annual asset and inventory physical verification and update the same on the asset and inventory register.
• Advise the Head of Field Office, Dollow/Garowe and the Logistics Officer Nairobi on the assets that require disposal.

Office Vehicle Management:

• Assist the Head of Field Office and administration Staff in the management of the office vehicles
• Keep a log of the vehicle usage and allocations. Review the vehicle usage logs and monitor fuel consumptions
• Ensure Dollow/Garowe vehicles are well serviced at all time.
• Reports regularly on logistics matters;
• Maintenance of the filing system ensuring safekeeping of confidential materials.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Minimum requirements:
Education and Experience:
A diploma in Logistics and supply chain management with 5 years of work experience or a degree in Business administration with 3 years of Logistics experience.

Knowledge and skills:
Good knowledge of general administration, initiative, good judgment and ability to organize office work and prepare correspondence on own initiative. Willingness to work as a team member, Ability to plan and execute work with minimal supervision and attention to detail. Good ability to use PC, word processors and other technology equipment. Good Numerical skills, negotiation skills and representation skills. Understanding of the Clearing and forwarding procedures in Somaliland. Willingness to travel to the field security permitting. Good knowledge of the UN work system and ability to work effectively with people of different national and cultural backgrounds.

Languages:

Good working knowledge (level C) of English and knowledge of local languages. Somalia language is a strong asset.

Selection Criteria:

Meeting the minimum qualification requirements listed above;
Knowledge and competence in the subject matter;
Good writing and speaking communication skills

How to apply:

Send your application to:

Candidates are requested to submit a covering letter quoting the Position Title and Vacancy Announcement No. FAO/112/2013 along with their current/detailed Curriculum Vitae and FAO Personal Profile Form (PPF) available at http://www.fao.org/employment/irecruitment-access/en/. E-mail is the preferred means of receipt and the application should be sent to HR-Somalia@fao.org

Applications must be received by the deadline. Late applications will not be considered.

Only short listed candidates meeting all essential qualifications will be contacted.

Organization: UN Children's Fund
Country: Angola
Closing date: 25 Sep 2013

Do you want to help children in Angola?

UNICEF is looking for a dynamic, pro-active specialist in Law and/or Education Management to simplify the process of developing and approving the proposed Regulation on Free Primary and Secondary Education in Angola.Qualification and Experience• Masters in Law or Education management or Education Policies;• Experience in regulating laws and drafting directives;• Knowledge of the social, economic and educational situation in Angola;• Excellent spoken and written Portuguese; knowledge of English is an advantage;• Good computer literacy• Excellent management skills and time organisation;• Excellent skills to communicate and facilitate participative discussion processesWe are offering a short-term contract (three months). Pay is calculated in accordance with the United Nations table for the required level.

How to apply:

If you fulfil the requirements, ask for the consultancy terms of reference from the UNICEF office in Angola and send a letter of presentation, CV, list of previous works done in this area and a technical proposal for this consultancy. Your application must be sent to the UNICEF Human Resources Section at Rua Major Kanhangulo, 197 - Luanda or by email to: luandarecruitment@unicef.orgApplications must be received by 25 September 2013.Only those applicants who fulfil all the requirements shall be contacted. We encourage women to apply.

Organization: International Potato Center
Country: Malawi
Closing date: 09 Oct 2013

The International Potato Center (CIP) is seeking an Agricultural Value Chain Specialist to be based in Lilongwe, Malawi.

The Center: CIP is a not-for-profit international agricultural research-for-development organization with a focus on potato, sweetpotato, and Andean roots and tubers. Its vision is of roots and tubers improving the lives of the poor. CIP is dedicated to achieving food security, improved well-being, and gender equity for poor people in root and tuber farming and food systems of the developing world. CIP works with partners to contribute high quality science, technology, and capacity strengthening for sustainable science-based solutions. CIP is headquartered in Lima, Peru, with staff and activities in over 30 locations across Asia, Africa, and Latin America. CIP is a member of the CGIAR Consortium, a global agriculture research partnership for a food secure future. . Its science is carried out by the 15 research centers who are members of the CGIAR Consortium in collaboration with hundreds of partner organizations. The CIP Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) main regional office is in Nairobi, Kenya. CIP also has offices in 7 other African countries.

CIP is launching a new going-to-scale project building on our successful research work on nutritious orange-fleshed sweetpotato in sub-Saharan Africa. We are looking for energetic researchers and development specialists to lead this effort in key countries in the region and to help us reach farmers and consumers with new and innovative approaches and partnerships.

The Position: The Agriculture Value Chain Specialist will be responsible for the implementation of a going-to-scale project in Malawi to improve nutrition benefits from with pro-vitamin A rich orange-fleshed sweetpotato. This will require managing complex multi-disciplinary partnerships with government, non-governmental implementation organizations and private sector partners and working closely with other CIP scientists based in Malawi, Zambia, and Mozambique. The position will be part of the regional project team and reports to the regionally based Project Leader. The principal tasks and responsibilities comprise the following:

Duties and responsibilities:

• Oversee and coordinate project activities and partnerships in specific districts of Malawi.• Provide technical support to national partners to ensure production and multiplication of high quality foundation planting material. • Manage the collaboration with private sector food processing companies and implement partners from the NGO sector to ensure timely delivery of quality. • Contribute to monitoring and evaluation (M&E), and impact assessment at country and regional levels.• Develop and report against country-level project work plans as part of the regional project management system.• Produce and contribute to scientific publications, policy briefs and other information materials, and participating in regional and international forums.• Participate in national agriculture and nutrition forums to contribute to evidence-based planning and policy development. • Coordinate and participate in periodic capacity building and training events for implementing partners and wider stakeholder groups.• Supervise and/or facilitate associated in-country research activities by national research institutions, CIP and regional or international partners.

Selection Criteria:

• Ph.D. degree in an agricultural economics, nutrition, marketing, or other similar degrees. Specific training related to sweetpotato is an added advantage.• At least 3 years as a project leader in an agricultural research and development context, preferably in sub-Saharan Africa.• A minimum of 2 years hands-on experience working in agricultural seed systems or value chains, preferably with sweetpotato or other vegetatively propagated crops.• A minimum of 3 years hands-on experience working with government, private sector and NGO collaborators in agricultural, nutrition, or value chain projects.• Strong experience with communication technologies as research and development tools.• Solid and up-to-date understanding of M&E, Impact Assessment and scaling-up principles and methodologies.• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English are required.
• Ability to work in an international agricultural research center, interacting with its staff and managing research programs in a variety of institutional and ecological settings. • A good ability and demonstrated expertise to write, plan research, analyze data and complete timely reports.• Good record of publications and citations.• Aptitude for teamwork, leadership, training, and communications.• Willingness to travel frequently and work under field conditions.

Conditions: The employment contract will be for a three-year term (with a three month probation period) with the possibility of renewal, subject to availability of funding. The salary will be internationally competitive, paid in US dollars, and commensurate with experience. CIP prides itself on its collegial and supportive working environment, which allows space for personal and professional growth.

How to apply:

Applicants should apply by email, sending a cover letter summarizing their relevance to this position, a full C.V. and the names and contact information of three referees knowledgeable about the candidate’s professional qualifications and work experience to cip-recruitment@cgiar.org, copied to Jan Low (j.low@cgiar.org). The reference name of the position should be clearly marked on the subject line of the email message. Screening of applications will begin on October 09, 2013 and will continue until the post is filled.

Organization: Comprehensive Community Based Rehabilitation in Tanzania
Country: United Republic of Tanzania
Closing date: 27 Sep 2013

Comprehensive Community Based Rehabilitation in Tanzania (CCBRT) is a locally registered NGO first established in 1994. It is the largest indigenous provider of disability rehabilitation services in the country. CCBRT aims to improve the quality of life of people living with disabilities as well as their families and to enable them to achieve their legitimate potential.

Duties to Include:

? Building strong professional relationships with management teams and with employees and supporting them on all Employee Relation issues.
? Contributing to the achievement of CCBRT’s strategic objectives by working closely with managers and directors to ensure the achievement of their business plans and KPIs.
? Championing the performance appraisal process and ensuring appropriate follow-up, with particular emphasis on training and development needs, career development aspirations and readiness for promotion.
? Monitoring market conditions to ensure the organization provides attractive and competitive compensation practices. Assist the HR Director in collating market data with regards to remuneration, compensation and benefits to ensure terms and conditions of employment remain both competitive and commercially viable.

Work Experience / Skills:

? Minimum 5 years of experience working in an HR senior position (E)
? Must have strong HR systems and process skills (E)

Qualifications:

? Degree in an appropriate subject (E)

E – Essential, P – Preferred

How to apply:

We are an equal opportunities employer, people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Please submit a letter of application or curriculum vitae with two references and a maximum one page cover letter on why you believe you are the right candidate for this position. Please send it via email to: recruitment@ccbrt.or.tz or by post to CCBRT Human Resources Department, P.O Box 23310, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania; Tel: +255 (0) 22 260 1543, +255 (0) 22 260 2192; Fax: +255 (0) 22 260 1544; Website: www.ccbrt.or.tz www.baobabhospital.or.tz

Closing date for Applications: 27th September 2013. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

Organization: Development Alternatives, Inc.
Country: Democratic Republic of the Congo
Closing date: 30 Sep 2013

DAI is looking for short and long term experts for anticipated donor-funded governance programmes in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The programmes will cover the following technical areas:

Stabilisation and peacebuilding, including community re-integration, policies and land issues and land conflict resolution.Community DevelopmentInstitutional StrengtheningPublic Financial Management

DAI is seeking candidates with experience and understanding in Eastern DRC, particularly South Kivu and North Kivu. We are currently recruiting for a number of positions including:

Team Leaders/Chief of Party with knowledge of DFID’s Value for Money approach and strong DRC experienceDeputy Team Leaders/Operations ManagerFund, Grant and Challenge Fund ManagersGender SpecialistsKnowledge Management and Communication ExpertsM&E SpecialistsStabilisation and conflict prevention experts (particularly those with experience around land issues and participatory approaches) Security and Justice expertsCommunity reintegration specialistsCivil society strengthening expertsInstitutional strengthening experts

Requirements

Relevant experience working in the Democratic Republic of CongoA minimum of 5 years successful working experience in one (or more) of the possible technical areas in this projectExperience working on international donor funded programmesExcellent French and English communication skills

How to apply:

Please apply via the following link:http://ch.tbe.taleo.net/CH13/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=DAINC&cws=1...

IN YOUR APPLICATION, PLEASE ENSURE THAT YOU INDICATE WHICH POSITION YOU ARE APPLYING FOR

Organization: Comprehensive Community Based Rehabilitation in Tanzania
Country: United Republic of Tanzania
Closing date: 27 Sep 2013

Comprehensive Community Based Rehabilitation in Tanzania (CCBRT) is a locally registered NGO first established in 1994. It is the largest indigenous provider of disability rehabilitation services in the country. CCBRT aims to improve the quality of life of people living with disabilities as well as their families and to enable them to achieve their legitimate potential

Duties to Include:

• Providing high quality Neonatal care services at a Dar es salaam regional hospital
• Strengthening the referral pathway through capacity building in the catchment area of the CCBRT M.H
• Providing technical support to the CCBRT MNHC team and the M.H. team towards training of staff for the future M.H.
• Ensuring implementation of standards of care
• Implementing and institutionalizing perinatal audits.
• Maintaining the partnerships and collaborations with relevant stakeholders

Work Experience / Skills:

• Certified Paediatrician with strong work experience, Paediatrics with interest in the care of neonates.
• Experience/interest/ability in setting up and running clinical training programmes.
• Working experience in developing countries, preferably good knowledge and working experience in the Tanzanian health system.
• Specialist in the care of children.

Qualifications:

• MD, M, MED (PEAD) (E)
• Registered Paediatrician (E)

E – Essential, P – Preferred

How to apply:

We are an equal opportunities employer, people with disabilities are encouraged to apply

Please submit a letter of Application or curriculum vitae with two references and maximum one page cover letter on why you believe you are the right candidate for this position. Please send it via email to: recruitment@ccbrt.or.tz or by post to the Human Resources Department, P.O Box 23310, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. Tel: +255 (0) 22 260 1543, +255 (0) 22 260 2192, Fax: +255 (0) 22 260 1544. Website: www.ccbrt.or.tz, www.baobabhospital.or.tz

Closing date for Applications: 27th September 2013. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

Organization: Food and Agriculture Organization
Country: Somalia
Closing date: 25 Sep 2013

Under the overall guidance of the Officer in Charge of FAO-Somalia and the direct supervision of the International Procurement Officer, the Procurement Assistant will perform the following duties:

? Draft RFQs for goods, works and services and any correspondence and notes for the file related thereto as appropriated as instructed by the International Procurement Officer;
? Assist in the identification of new local and international sources of supplies / services;
? Assist in maintaining the filling system concerning the procurement function;
? Assist in proper record-keeping of procurement activities in the Procurement Database and the Contracts Database;
? Attend, whenever required, Tender Opening Panel and Local Procurement Committee meetings, preparing and editing Tender Opening and Local Procurement Committee minutes, Local Purchase Orders and all documents relevant to Procurement;
? Undertaking commercial evaluation of offers and preparing commercial evaluation summaries/tables;
? Flow up on all correspondences and activities under procurement actions of FAO-Somalia in Mogadishu, Hargeisa, Garowe, Dollow;
? Follow up and report regularly to the International Procurement Officer on the progress of procurement activities;
? Assist in the preparation of the consolidated annual procurement plan of FAO-Somalia
? Assist in sorting out any deliveries by land, see and air;
? Assists in the prompt and timely clearances of goods and shipments for any FAO-Somalia projects for Mogadishu, Hargeisa, Garowe, Dollow;
? by liaising with the Logistics Unit in order to ensure safe arrival of these consignments to their final destinations;
? Undertakes field missions to relief area to ensure safe delivery and storage of delivered Agricultural/Livestock Inputs;
? Follow up with regular updates on budgets (related to procurement matters) in Liaison with the Administration and Finance;
? Assist in updating the list of suppliers and follow-up the review of the suppliers registration documents and liaise with the Procurement Unit to insert the details of the offshore new suppliers accordingly;
? In consultation with Requesters undertakes performance evaluation of vendors including preparation of vendor performance reports;
? Liaise with the Logistics Unit for timely preparation and obtaining of letters of exemption, follow up on clearance of goods and shipments and ensure safe arrival of the consignments to the final destinations
? Undertake field missions to relief areas to ensure safe delivery and storage of delivered supplies and materials;
? Liaise with the FAO project sites in Mogadishu, Hargeisa, Garowe, Dollow;
? And follow up on procurement activities taking place in the concerned parts of the country;
? Perform any other related duties as assigned.

Academic Qualifications:
University Degree (BSc) in Economics, Management, Procurement and Logistics

Minimum requirements:
Minimum requirements:
Education and Experience:
Knowledge of UN or international procurement principles, procedures and practices; At least three (3) years of experience in the field of procurement, logistics and administration.

Languages:

English and Somali
Selection Criteria:

Meeting the minimum qualification requirements listed above;
Knowledge and competence in the subject matter;
Good writing and speaking communication skills.

How to apply:

Send your application to:

Candidates are requested to submit a covering letter quoting the Position Title and Vacancy Announcement No. FAO/113/2013 along with their current/detailed Curriculum Vitae and FAO Personal Profile Form (PPF) available http://www.fao.org/employment/irecruitment-access/en/. E-mail is the preferred means of receipt and the application should be sent to HR-Somalia@fao.org

Applications must be received by the deadline. Late applications will not be considered.

Only short listed candidates meeting all essential qualifications will be contacted

Organization: Samaritan's Purse
Country: South Sudan (Republic of)
Closing date: 31 Oct 2013

The Program Development Officer will serve as a liaison between Samaritan’s Purse (SP) and Government/Non-Government authorities for collaborative programming on behalf of SP. The Officer will write concept papers, proposals and project summaries and work with the Grants Manager, Deputy Country Director (DCD), Program Managers, and Finance Manager to develop proposal budgets.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Liaison between SP and Governmental/Non-Governmental authorities for collaborative programming on behalf of Samaritan’s Purse, including participating in applicable cluster meetings. • Monitor and be aware of upcoming agency “calls for proposals” and proactively inform the Country Directors, Regional Director and Regional Program Development Officer of upcoming opportunities. • Develop and maintain donor summary sheets for all potential donors in South Sudan. • Write concept papers, proposals, and project summaries in support of the Grants Manager. • Work with the Grants Manager, Program Managers, and Juba based support staff to develop proposal budgets, project timelines and log frames. • Monitor and evaluate the implementation of quarterly program activities. • Coordinate assessments with the National Monitoring and Evaluation Officer and conduct field visits in order to collect and verify data. • Analyze data and background materials in order to provide guidance and support to Program Managers and key decision makers. • Develop and utilize tools, templates and work processes that result in streamlined and efficient proposal teamwork. • Maintain base line data of social indicators and digital library of all relevant assessments and reports. • Research and propose best practices in emergency relief and development programs and NGO operations. • Provide surge capacity and assume additional responsibilities in the event of a natural disaster or crisis. • Assist the Grants Manager with various program activities as needed and when not directly engaged in Program Development activities. • Conduct relevant trainings on program development process and grant management at SP bases throughout South Sudan. • Assist the South Sudan senior management team with strategic planning and the implementation, monitoring and evaluation, and reporting of newly funded programs. • Keep the Regional Director and Country Director informed of project status, information, needs, and concerns. • Work with the National Monitoring and Evaluation Officer to develop tools to allow Program Manager’s to track M&E for each grantor. • Attend daily morning devotions and participate in prayer support for the ministry, its donors and volunteers. • Maintain a strong Christian witness to colleagues, vendors, charitable beneficiaries, and the general public. • Assess, manage, and report critical physical, emotional, or spiritual concerns of supervised staff.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Maintains a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Is a consistent witness for Jesus Christ. • Bachelor's degree from four-year College or university; or three to five years’ related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. • One year of college-level Biblical studies preferred. • Experience working for INGOs, preferably in Africa. • 3 years’ experience in grants/contracts management. • 3 years’ experience in proposal/grant writing. • Thorough knowledge and understanding of donor requirements especially (USAID, OFDA, CIDA, UNHCR, WFP, CHF, etc.) • Ability to understand financial reports and analyze financial variances. • Ability to coordinate both financial and programmatic functions of grant management. • Strong skills in analytical and strategic thinking. • Proven experience in database development and management. • Good quantitative and qualitative data analysis skills. • Good communication skills. • Ability to develop and carry out work plans and solve problems independently. • Strong writing and presentation skills. • Ability to work in an international and multicultural environment. • Excellent knowledge of computer applications, in particular proficiency required in MS Word, MS Excel and Power Point

24 month contract with the potential for renewal.

This is an unaccompanied assignment.

Mission Statement:Samaritan's Purse is a nondenominational evangelical Christian organization providing spiritual and physical aid to hurting people around the world. Since 1970, Samaritan's Purse has helped meet needs of people who are victims of war, poverty, natural disasters, disease, and famine with the purpose of sharing God's love through His Son, Jesus Christ. The organization serves the Church worldwide to promote the Gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ.

Distinct Objectives:The work of Samaritan’s Purse is marked by five distinct objectives, grounded in Scripture and biblical principles:Proclaim the Gospel - Exalt Christ and share the Gospel while working in His Name around the worldServe with Excellence - Exceed the world’s standard while serving the purposes of God’s kingdomRespond with Compassionate Action - Expedite our response to needs as the Lord reveals opportunities to ministerDemonstrate Biblical Integrity - Exhibit character and integrity personally, at home and work Walk in Bold Faith - Expect God to do the impossible-- “God Room”

How to apply:

In order to apply, please go to http://www.samaritanspurse.org/our-ministry/employment-listings/, click on "International Positions," click on "Program Development Officer, South Sudan (1793)" and click on "Apply Now" at the bottom of the page.

Organization: UN Children's Fund
Country: Ghana
Closing date: 17 Sep 2013

Launch of the New and Emerging Talent Initiative (NETI) for 2014

Job Title: NETI Programme Participants in Social Policy, Nutrition, WASH, Health, Monitoring & Evaluation, Reporting and Child Protection

The New and Emerging Talent Initiative (NETI) is an entry point for professionals interested in an international career with UNICEF. As part of UNICEF’s global talent management strategy the NETI Programme focuses on attracting, selecting, developing and retaining new talent. The aim is to recruit candidates at the entry to mid-career levels who will grow and develop in the organization. NETI participants work actively in multicultural environments within the development and humanitarian arenas, while contributing to delivering results for children.

The NETI Programme is currently recruiting suitable candidates in the following functional areas: Social Policy, Nutrition, WASH, Health, Monitoring & Evaluation, Reporting and Child Protection.

Applications will be accepted online until Midnight (11:59pm EST), September 17, 2013.

How to apply:

For full programme details and information on how to apply, please visit the NETI website at: http://goo.gl/tFi9m