Mozambique: Specialist in geo-referenced databases

Organization: The International Cooperation Agency of the Association of Netherlands Municipalities
Country: Mozambique
Closing date: 21 Sep 2013

VNG International and its consortium is preparing a proposal for the following project: “Cities and Climate Change Project (CCCP)” in Mozambique (WB funded). The overall objective is to increase municipal capacity to sustainably plan, manage and finance climate resilient urban development, including through the strengthening 20 pilot municipalities in order to improve their performance in the following areas (1) tax and financial management and (2) land and urban environment planning and environment.For the purpose of this tender, we are looking for the following expert:

KE7 - Specialist in geo-referenced databases At least 7 (seven) years experience in development, implementation and management of databases; and analysis, design and development of applications (software); Degree in geographical sciences, IT or related areas; Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; Fluency in Portuguese and strong command of written and oral English desirable; Command in writing professional documents.

Estimated starting date: Q4 2013/Q1 2014Project duration: 30 months


How to apply:

Interested experts are invited to send their updated CV to the attention of Ms. Daniela de Sousa (daniela.desousa@vng.nl) with C.C. to Ms. Eva Erren (Eva.Erren@vng.nl) before September 21st 2013.Please clearly state in your message for which position your are applying.

Please note that only qualified experts will be requested to elaborate on their solicitation.Further information on the various responsibilities assigned to the expert and the scope of the assignment will be available upon request at daniela.desousa@vng.nl

Ghana: Chief of Party, Monitoring and Evaluation for Education, Ghana

Organization: Social Impact
Country: Ghana
Closing date: 30 Nov 2013

Background:

Social Impact (SI) is a Washington, DC-area international development management consulting firm. We provide a full range of innovative program evaluation, management consulting, technical assistance, and training services to strengthen international development programs, organizations and policies. Our global services are in the areas of democracy and governance, health and education, agriculture, the environment, and economic growth.

Objective:

USAID is planning a new five-year M&E project in Ghana to support the Mission with integrated M&E services for its project portfolio. The project is an essential M&E Office for USAID and will serve as an extension of the USAID mission. This opportunity provides USAID/Ghana with technical and advisory services for evaluation activities at the mission (operating unit) level. This may include designing and implementing both quantitative and qualitative evaluation studies and assessments as well as providing evaluation technical assistance for USAID/Ghana development programs. These efforts will facilitate informed program management decisions, shape the longer-term strategic direction of programs and decision-making within the Mission, and enable USAID/Ghana to comply with USAID's Evaluation Policy. SI is looking for a Chief of Party (CoP) to head up this effort and manage the project.

Responsibilities and Tasks:

The CoP is expected to provide vision, direction, and overall leadership to the team in all technical areas including managing SI’s technical assistance, training, and overall support; preparing and submitting reports requested by USAID; and coordinating USAID assistance with key counterparts. The CoP shall have principal responsibility for overall project management and technical operations to ensure that the project tasks are completed and the objectives of the project are successfully met. The CoP will lead SI’s team and serve as the primary point of contact with USAID with regard to day-to-day activity implementation and management matters relating to the contract. The CoP will have overall responsibility for assuring that all assistance provided under the contract, whether by international or local experts/personnel, is technically sound and appropriate for the needs to be addressed; and for adequately managing and supervising the work of all experts/personnel provided with the task orders under the contract. The CoP will be the primary point of contact for information on the progress and current status of all activities under the contract and will establish appropriate mechanisms to ensure that activity progress and specific implementation concerns are regularly and promptly reported. The CoP will manage the preparation and presentation of proposed implementation plans and all reports.

Qualifications:

  • A Master’s Degree (or foreign equivalent) in social sciences or other related discipline;
  • Minimum ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience in Monitoring and Evaluation and project management of programs of similar scope and requirements in developing countries, preferably five (5) of those 10 years would be experience gained in Africa implementing international donors-funded programs.
  • Previous experience as project director or similar positions with a strong reputation for developing excellent collaborative working relationships with counterparts, other contractors and international organizations and donors.
  • At least five (5) years of experience in evaluations and/or assessments is required;
  • Strong communication, writing and interpersonal skills are required; and
  • Fluency in spoken and written English is required.

How to apply:

To apply please select the following link: http://socialimpact.devhire.devex.com/jobs/328310

To learn more about Social Impact, please visit our website: http://www.socialimpact.com

We will contact only eligible candidates to further discuss their availability. Please no phone calls. Social Impact is an equal opportunity employer.

Democratic Republic of the Congo: Coordinateur Technique

Organization: Action Against Hunger-USA
Country: Democratic Republic of the Congo
Closing date: 27 Sep 2013

Location: REPUBLIQUE DEMOCRATIQUE DU CONGO – (basé à Kinshasa, mais voyages fréquents)

Finalité du poste: Assurer la coordination et qualité du projet PUNC II d’ACF en RDC.

Mission 1: Assurer la gestion et qualité technique des activités du PUNC II

Le Coordinateur Programme PUNC II est responsable de:

Gérer au quotidien l’évolution des activités de mise en œuvre de programmes sur terrain par un appui de chaque volet du programme en coordination avec les responsables programmes: Enquêtes/Surveillance, PCIMA/Résilience…Apporter un support technique direct aux Managers Enquêtes/Surveillance et PCIMA/Résilience (réponses aux questions techniques, suivi de la mise en œuvre et du respect des protocoles et normes établies).Assurer la supervision des activités sur terrain pour s’assurer de la conformité avec les objectifs des projets et de leur qualité.En collaboration avec le CMN Pays et le siège, mener une évaluation interne avec le support d’ ACF –Canada et formuler un projet de documentation d’évolution de la qualité SMART en RDC après les formations et appuie technique CDC et ACF Canada.Assurer le renforcement des capacités de staffs nutritionnels sur la méthodologie SMART, la PCIMA et le CCBN (Cellules Communautaires de Base pour la Nutrition).Suivre, en collaboration avec le CMN National, l’évolution de la situation nutritionnelle en RDC et identifier les zones touchées par la crise nutritionnelle dans lesquelles le programme nutritionnel peut être éventuellement initié.Assurer que les besoins du programme sont anticipés et qu’une réponse y est apportée.Définir et mettre en place un système de monitoring et du d’évaluation efficaceGarantir la synergie entre les équipes techniques et support au niveau du terrain et entre les bases de travail.

Exemple de tâches :

Elaborer un chronogramme des activités du PUNC selon les nouvelles réponses aux crises identifiées.Valider et faire valider par le CMN National, les carnets de routes, la planification et les rapports d’enquêtes du Manager Enquêtes/Surveillance et les TDR des interventions PUNC du Manager PCIMA/Résilience.Assurer que le rapport soit fait à temps (1 semaine Exec Summary ; 1 mois rapport enquêtes)Valider et faire valider les différents prévisionnels établis par les Managers et les équipes de terrain.Réaliser le suivi des indicateurs des programmes par rapport aux ressources et au temps.Participer à l’analyse et la standardisation des activités, dans l’interprétation du protocole d’accord signé avec les bailleurs des fonds et l’utilisation des enveloppes prévues dans les budgets.Définition des ToR pour l’évaluation interne et structure de documentation de l’impact SMART

Mission 2: Gérer les ressources humaines, matérielles et financières affectées au PUNC II

Le Coordinateur Programme PUNC II est responsable de:

Organiser, en collaboration avec les Managers, le débriefing des équipes au retour de la mission, à la fin de chaque enquête nutritionnelle et de l’intervention PUNC.Veiller à ce que les Managers et les équipes en mission respectent les différentes règles et procédures internes ACF en matière de gestion des activités sur terrain : règles sécuritaires, procédures logistiques, procédures financières, la charte ACF et le règlement d’ordre intérieur.Analyser les rapports d’inventaire mensuel des matériels informatiques, de communications, anthropométriques et autres mis à la disposition des staffs à sa charge et veiller à la mise à jour des différents Kits par le remplacement des matériels usagés ou endommagés.Mettre, à la disposition des Managers, des outils de gestion administrative, de gestion logistique, préparés par la collaboration avec la Co-RH et la Co-Admin et veiller à une gestion rationnelle des ressources.Vérifier la conformité des différents prévisionnels des interventions PUNC, des enquêtes, des CCBN et les faire valider par le CMN National et Co-Admin dans le respect des délais.Assurer le suivi des lignes budgétaires des programmes et de la planification des achats et des approvisionnements en collaboration avec l’administration et la logistique.Identifier les risques de fraude et de corruption sur le programme PUNC II et mettre en place des actions préventives et de contrôle;Sensibiliser l’équipe sur les risques de fraude et de corruption;Alerter le CMN Pays, et communiquer avec la Directrice Pays, la Coordinatrice Admin et le Coordinateur RH en cas de situation de fraude et de corruption et mettre en place des actions correctives;Promouvoir la mise en place de la politique ‘whistleblowing’ pour permettre aux équipes de communiquer en cas de fraude ou corruptionMettre en œuvre et assurer le suivi des recommandations suites aux contrôles et audits.

Mission 3: Manage et encadre l’équipe PUNC II

Le Coordinateur Programme PUNC II est responsable de:

Proposer une orientation stratégique pour l’équipe PUNC IISuperviser et manager ses collaborateurs directsS’assurer que l’équipe PUNC II travail de manière transparente et cohésive, que l’équipe soit motivée et qu’elle rende un travail de haute qualitéDévelopper les compétences de son équipe, en particulier en animant des séances de formationPromouvoir le respect de la Charte d’ACF et la prévention des fraudes et des abus de pouvoir.Exemple de tâches:

Identifier, en collaboration avec les Managers, les besoins en formation pour le renforcement des capacités des personnes à sa charge et/ou impliqués dans la surveillance nutritionnelle, les enquêtes nutritionnelles, la prise en charge de la malnutrition aiguë sévère et la mise en œuvre des CCBN.Réaliser l’évaluation formelle des personnes à sa charge en collaboration avec le département RHParticiper à la planification du recrutement et au recrutement des équipes locales en lien avec l’administration et les équipes terrain.Valider les descriptions de poste de l’équipe PUNC II.Assurer la formation technique de l’équipe PUNC II.Apporter un support aux équipes sur l’organisation et la coordination du travailOrganiser et animer les réunions des équipes et faire des visites terrain régulières.Assurer la prise de conscience du staff et le respect vis-à-vis des procédures de sécurité de la mission.Assurer la prise de conscience auprès des équipes WASH des questions transversales, comme le genre et la protection des enfants et des femmes.

Mission 4: Assurer la communication & faciliter de bonnes relations avec l’équipe de coordination

Le Coordinateur Programme PUNC II est responsable de:

Faciliter et promouvoir la bonne circulation de l’information.Tenir l’équipe de coordination nationale informée de la réalisation du programmeSolliciter pro activement l’équipe de coordination nationale pour toute question qui pourrait remettre en cause le programme, le financement; ou la sécurité des équipes et des équipementsS’assurer que les équipes terrain expriment clairement des demandes de soutien aux équipes de coordination en vue de maximiser l’efficacité opérationnelle et l’impact des programmesDe manière générale, jouer un rôle de facilitateur entre le « terrain » et la « capitale »Piloter le suivi des recommandations issues des départements techniques et supports

Exemple de tâches :

Assurer l’animation et la communication interne de l’équipe PUNC II.Assurer un bon niveau de communication entre les différents pools/staff du programme PUNC II, ainsi qu’avec les autres interlocuteurs de la mission (départements supports et techniques)Travailler avec les départements de Sécurité Alimentaire et celle d’Eau, Hygiène et Assainissement afin de développer une analyse consolidée et intégrée des besoins des populations et de la réponse à y apporter.

Mission 5: Représenter ACF et développer les partenariats nationaux

Le Responsable Programme PUNC II est responsable de:

Participer, en collaboration avec le CMN National, à la coordination avec les partenaires extérieurs de mise en œuvre des activités sur terrain : PRONANUT, Division Provinciale de Santé, Bureau Central de la Zone de Santé…Participer activement, en collaboration avec le CMN national, aux réunions de coordination des mécanismes de réponse rapide aux urgences nutritionnelles en République Démocratique du Congo (Unicef, ECHO, PRONANUT, ACF et COOPI).Assurer les relations techniques avec le département NUT du bailleur (DFID) et des collaborateurs. Les relations contractuelles sont assurées par la Directrice Pays, par contre une étroite collaboration entre le Coordinateur Programme PUNC II et le CMN Pays et, lorsque nécessaire, avec la Directrice Pays.De la diffusion aux partenaires d’informations collectées après validation interne par le CMN Pays et Directrice PaysDu respect des principes et valeurs d’ACF en termes de partenariatDe la qualité des relations avec les partenaires qui sont engagés ou collaborent dans le domaine du projet PUNC II

Exemple de tâches :

Représenter ACF lors des réunions de coordination régionales/nationales, des rencontres avec les autorités, des visites des bailleurs et partenaires en coordination avec le CMN Pays ;Appuyer l’identification les partenaires/ acteurs sur la zone d’intervention avec les RP qui appuieront directement les équipes terrain ;Développer et structurer la communication avec les interlocuteurs nationaux (réunions régulières, identification d’interlocuteurs privilégiés et développement de la collaboration avec ces interlocuteurs) afin de favoriser une relation harmonieuse et productive ;Suivre les protocoles d’accord signés avec les partenaires intervenant dans la même zone : s’y référer régulièrement pour s’assurer que la collaboration suit bien le cadre prévu ;S’assurer que la relation établie avec les partenaires respecte les principes et les valeurs de la politique de partenariat d’ACF (en cours d’établissement : confiance, respect, objectif commun, complémentarité, transparence et redevabilité, apprentissage mutuel…) ;Développer la capitalisation afin de pérenniser les activités et la conservation et la diffusion des bonnes pratiques.Présenter les résultats des enquêtes ou programme en cas de besoinPartager les informations reçues sur la vulnérabilité nutritionnelle en RDC et prendre une décision concertée, en collaboration avec les différents responsables programme et le CMN Pays.

Mission 6: Assure le reporting du programme PUNC II

Le Coordinateur Programme PUNC II est responsable de:

Coordonner les activités de reporting des Responsables de Programmes sur le terrain dans le respect des exigences des bailleurs et du siège (type et qualité des informations)La mise en œuvre de bonnes pratiques de communication au niveau du programme PUNC II (entre les différents interlocuteurs du programme et aussi avec le reste de l’équipe ACF en RDC)Exemple de tâches :

Définir les indicateurs de reporting adaptés au programmeCollecter les données statistiques nécessaires pour le suivi de ce programmeRédiger un rapport de synthèse des activités mensuelles du projet PUNC (APR)Analyser les rapports statistiques mensuels et finaux PCIMA/Résilience et faire feedback au CMNAnalyser et réviser les rapports Enquêtes/Surveillance et faire un feedback au responsable des enquêtes et les revoir, valider pour validation finale par le CMN Pays et le siègeRédiger les rapports bailleurs intermédiaires et finaux en collaboration avec le CMN Pays ; après validation par le CMN une validation finale sera fait par le siège.Relations internes & externes

Management hiérarchiques des Responsables Programme PUNCCollaboration avec les Responsables de département (technique et support) et le Chef de Mission et Directrice PaysManagé par le CMN NationalReprésentation et participation active aux coordinations régionales et nationalesReprésentation et communication auprès des autorités régionales et nationales (Pronanut, Clusters, BCZs, IPS, etc.)

COMPETENCES REQUISES

DIPLOME / NIVEAU D’ETUDES

Diplôme/niveau d’études requis: Diplôme universitaire de Nutritionniste ou de santé publique, niveau maîtrise exigé; une expérience équivalent de terrain et formation est un plus.

COMPETENCES SPECIFIQUES ET NIVEAU D’EXPERIENCE

ESSENTIELLES

Bonne maîtrise des méthodes d’enquêtes nutritionnelles SMART, incluant révision de planification, qualité des outils/données, et assurance qualitéBonne maîtrise de rédiger le rapport narratif de l’enquête nutritionnelle.Excellente capacité d’organisation et d’anticipation, ainsi qu’une prise d’initiativeExcellente capacité d’analyse et de résolution de problèmeExpérience en encadrement d’équipeExpérience et capacité de formateurExcellentes capacités rédactionnelles. Français et Anglais écrit et oral.Savoir fédérer les équipes programmes et les équipes support autour d’enjeux communsCapacité à manager à distance.Capacité à communiquer les bonnes informations aux bons interlocuteurs.Etre capable de piloter et d’appliquer un mécanisme de contrôle continu des opérations afin d’accroitre leur qualité et, d’identifier et de limiter les risques associés à leur mise en œuvreMaitrise parfaite du cycle de projetEtre capable de situer les opérations d’ACF vis-à-vis des autres acteurs humanitaires de la zone d’intervention et de les promouvoirEtre capable d’appliquer et de faire appliquer les principes et les valeurs humanitaires sur le terrainSavoir organiser et gérer des prioritésEtre capable de prendre des décisions

SOUHAITEES

Expérience en RDCExpérience ACFConnaissances du bailleur DFIDMaitrise des outils et des procédures de reporting interne et externeEtre capable de définir et de transmettre une direction et une vision à ses équipesEtre rigoureux, ponctuel, synthétique et précisConnaissance des partenaires dans les domaines de la nutrition en RDC.Connaissance en SPSS, Epi-info, Date-base, PowerPoint, SCAS,…


How to apply:

Apply with resume and cover letter at http://actionagainsthunger.theresumator.com/apply/nJ2Gvi/Coordinateur-Te...

Mozambique: Technician in Public Finance

Organization: The International Cooperation Agency of the Association of Netherlands Municipalities
Country: Mozambique
Closing date: 21 Sep 2013

VNG International and its consortium is preparing a proposal for the following project: “Cities and Climate Change Project (CCCP)” in Mozambique (WB funded). The overall objective is to increase municipal capacity to sustainably plan, manage and finance climate resilient urban development, including through the strengthening 20 pilot municipalities in order to improve their performance in the following areas (1) tax and financial management and (2) land and urban environment planning and environment.

For the purpose of this tender, we are looking for the following expert:

KE4 - Technician in Public Finance Minimum of 5 (five) years experience, in public finances and tax management; At least 3 (three) years experience in Mozambican municipalities; Degree in economics, management, accounting or other related areas; Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; Fluency in Portuguese and strong command of written and oral English desirable ; Command in writing professional documents.

Estimated starting date: Q4 2013/Q1 2014
Project duration: 30 months


How to apply:

Interested experts are invited to send their updated CV to the attention of Ms. Daniela de Sousa (daniela.desousa@vng.nl) with C.C. to Ms. Eva Erren (Eva.Erren@vng.nl) before September 21st 2013.

Please clearly state in your message for which position your are applying.

Please note that only qualified experts will be requested to elaborate on their solicitation.

Further information on the various responsibilities assigned to the expert and the scope of the assignment will be available upon request at daniela.desousa@vng.nl

Mozambique: Technician in land planning and management systems

Organization: The International Cooperation Agency of the Association of Netherlands Municipalities
Country: Mozambique
Closing date: 21 Sep 2013

VNG International and its consortium is preparing a proposal for the following project: “Cities and Climate Change Project (CCCP)” in Mozambique (WB funded). The overall objective is to increase municipal capacity to sustainably plan, manage and finance climate resilient urban development, including through the strengthening 20 pilot municipalities in order to improve their performance in the following areas (1) tax and financial management and (2) land and urban environment planning and environment.

For the purpose of this tender, we are looking for the following expert:

KE6 - Technician in land planning and management systems At least 5 (five) years experience in urban planning; land management; and structuring of land and property registry systems.. At least 5 (five) years experience in conducting collection of data embedded in land planning processes and structuring of land and property registry systems; Thorough knowledge of Mozambican laws and Experience with Mozambican municipalities will be considered an advantage. Degree in geography or geographical, urban, or environmental sciences or another area considered relevant and compatible; Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; Fluency in Portuguese and strong command of written and oral English desirable ; Command in writing professional documents.

Estimated starting date: Q4 2013/Q1 2014
Project duration: 30 months


How to apply:

Interested experts are invited to send their updated CV to the attention of Ms. Daniela de Sousa (daniela.desousa@vng.nl) with C.C. to Ms. Eva Erren (Eva.Errem@vng.nl) before September 21st 2013.Please clearly state in your message for which position your are applying .

Please note that only qualified experts will be requested to elaborate on their solicitation.Further information on the various responsibilities assigned to the expert and the scope of the assignment will be available upon request at daniela.desousa@vng.nl

South Sudan (Republic of): Hygiene Behavior Change and Communications Specialist

Organization: AECOM International Development Inc.
Country: South Sudan (Republic of)
Closing date: 30 Oct 2013

South Sudan Rural Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) Program

AECOM International Development (AECOM) delivers specialized advisory services to promote sustainable economic growth and alleviate poverty around the globe. AECOM works in emerging markets worldwide, providing expertise that enables governments, communities, and businesses to design and implement successful development programs that improve quality of life. Clients include United States government agencies, including the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), multilateral and bilateral donors, and the private sector. For more information on AECOM, please visit our website at www.aecom.com

Position: Hygiene Behavior Change and Communications Specialist
Location: Juba, South Sudan
Duration: Long-term

Summary: AECOM International Development seeks a Hygiene Behavior Change and Communication (HBCC) Specialist for an anticipated USAID-funded multi-year project intended to increase access to water and sanitation in rural communities in Western and Central equatorial states. The project will work with government agencies to improve and expand access to water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) services, including facilitating private sector investment, establishing community managed systems, promoting hygiene behavior change and empowering women to take on leadership roles. The HBCC Specialist will have overall responsibility for technical direction and implementation of hygiene behavior change and communication activities, and ensuring overall program activities achieve measurable health impacts and related results. The HBCC Specialist must demonstrate exceptional technical and managerial experience, including managing complex rural and urban WASH behavior change activities involving multiple program partners.

Qualifications:•At least 10 years of experience providing technical leadership in hygiene behavior change and communication both for water supply and sanitation activities
•Subject matter expertise in hygiene promotion, behavior change communication and local capacity building
•Familiarity with the political, social, and cultural context of South Sudan
•Masters degree in public health, engineering (civil or environmental), community development or related field
•Exceptional written and oral communications skills in English


How to apply:

Please go to http://www.aecom.com/Careers to apply for position.

Mozambique: Consultancy: Lawyer

Organization: The International Cooperation Agency of the Association of Netherlands Municipalities
Country: Mozambique
Closing date: 21 Sep 2013

VNG International and its consortium is preparing a proposal for the following project: “Cities and Climate Change Project (CCCP)” in Mozambique (WB funded). The overall objective is to increase municipal capacity to sustainably plan, manage and finance climate resilient urban development, including through the strengthening 20 pilot municipalities in order to improve their performance in the following areas (1) tax and financial management and (2) land and urban environment planning and environment.

For the purpose of this tender, we are looking for the following expert:

A Lawyer

At least 7 (seven) years of Experience in proposing, revising and consolidating legislation; Thorough knowledge of legislation on urban planning or local finance. Experience with Mozambican local councils considered an advantage; Degree in Law and inscribed in Mozambican Bar Association; Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; Sound skills in steering processes for adoption of legal instruments; Fluency in Portuguese and strong command of written and oral English desirable; Command in writing professional documents. Mozambican nationality is a must

Estimated starting date: Q4 2013/Q1 2014
Project duration: 30 months


How to apply:

Interested experts are invited to send their updated CV to the attention of Ms. Daniela de Sousa (daniela.desousa@vng.nl) with C.C. to Ms. Eva Erren (Eva.Erren@vng.nl) before September 21st 2013.

Please clearly state in your message for which position your are applying.

Please note that only qualified experts will be requested to elaborate on their solicitation.

Further information on the various responsibilities assigned to the expert and the scope of the assignment will be available upon request at daniela.desousa@vng.nl

Burkina Faso: Senior Technical Advisor for Institutional Capacity Building (STA-ICB)

Organization: Management Sciences for Health
Country: Burkina Faso
Closing date: 18 Oct 2013

OVERVIEW: Through the Leadership, Management and Sustainability Program and the West Africa Leadership and Management Strengthening Project Associate Award, USAID and Management Sciences for Health (MSH) worked closely from 2011-2013 with the West African Health Organization (WAHO) to strengthen their leadership and management capacities to be a more visible leader for health matters in West Africa.

WAHO is the specialized health institution of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) and has a unique political mandate in the sub-region to influence health policy at the highest level within ECOWAS Member States (Benin, Burkina Faso, Cape Verde, Côte d’Ivoire, Ghana, Guinea, Guinea Bissau, Liberia, Mali, Niger, Nigeria, Senegal, Sierra Leone, the Gambia, and Togo) as well as to promote high standards for health, and facilitate harmonization of policies, pooling of resources, and the promotion of international collaboration to successfully face regional health challenges.

USAID/West Africa is looking to provide field support under the Leadership, Management and Governance Program (LMG) to expand on the institutional capacity building work with WAHO. LMG is a global five-year Cooperative Agreement awarded by USAID/Washington, designed to strengthen and expand the people-centered capacity building strategy pioneered under the previous Leadership, Management, and Sustainability Program. The LMG Project’s objective is to support health systems strengthening by addressing the gap in leadership, management and governance capacity of policy makers, health care providers and program managers to implement quality health services at all levels of the health system.

OVERALL RESPONSIBILITIES:The Senior Technical Advisor for Institutional Capacity Building (STA-ICB) will be LMG/West Africa’s senior expert providing technical assistance to WAHO. The STA-ICB will be posted at WAHO’s offices, embedded within WAHO. The nature of the technical assistance provided will focus on strengthening the institutional capacity of WAHO particularly in the areas of organizational development, program management, leadership, governance, advocacy, communication, negotiation, marketing, health information systems (HIS) and monitoring and evaluation (M&E). Additional technical focus will be on family planning, reproductive health and HIV and AIDS prevention with the sharing of best practices and the promotion of scaling up activities. The STA-ICB will be responsible for identifying specific technical assistance needs and managing a detailed technical assistance plan, providing technical oversight of all short-term technical assistance.

The STA-ICB will be responsible for maintaining strong working relationships with WAHO through the support of MSH home office and regional support teams. This is a highly visible position that requires establishing and maintaining professional contacts among high-level regional institutions, donors, the private sector, agencies, and Ministries of Health in member countries. The STA-ICB is expected to be self-motivated and to take initiative. S/he must possess knowledge of USAID/West Africa and WAHO regulations and procedures, as well as experience and maturity to exercise professional judgment in conducting activities with relevant counterparts to further USAID/West Africa and WAHO interests.

SPECIFIC RESPONSABILITIES:In close collaboration with WAHO senior level managers, the STA-ICB will provide support to WAHO staff and its focal points with the ECOWAS Ministries of Health in terms of capacity building in the areas of organizational strengthening, program management, leadership, advocacy, communication, negotiation and marketing as well as the identification and dissemination of best practices.

  1. Coordinate and implement capacity building programs to strengthen the leadership and management capacity of WAHO staff and other health managers in the region using evidence-based tools and approaches.

  2. Facilitate training sessions for ECOWAS country representatives and WAHO staff to build their leadership, management, and governance capacities and provide orientations on the implementation of WAHO policies.

  3. Collaborate with the senior leadership of WAHO to develop strategic plans and incorporate strategic focuses (including family planning) in regional meetings and dialogue.

  4. Provide technical assistance in the development of regional health policies and strategies.

  5. Coordinate all activities closely with WAHO decision makers and USAID/West Africa.

  6. Assist WAHO senior managers and in-country focal points, to identify opportunities and mechanisms that will improve collaboration and coordination with senior government officials, USAID bilateral missions and other donors including Global Fund, PEPFAR, the World Bank, and private corporations.

  7. Supervise and oversee support to a long-term technical assistant who will work with WAHO HIS expert to operationalize and implement regional HIS policies and platforms.

  8. Provide assistance to strengthen communication, collaboration and coordination between WAHO and Ministries of Health in ECOWAS countries to promote South-to-South knowledge exchange and sharing of best practices. Assist WAHO in its efforts to improve coordination with other donors and development partners in the region.

  9. Provide assistance to WAHO to strengthen its capacity to assist Ministries of Health in ECOWAS countries in improving planning, HIS, M&E, data analysis and reporting on priority health programs in the region.

  10. Provide technical assistance to WAHO in the areas of communications, resource mobilization and marketing.

  11. Participate in WAHO internal meetings and site visits. Produce quarterly reports to WAHO and USAID/WA, and communicate regularly with USAID/WA project managers.

  12. Liaise with USAID and other local and international partners to promote the institutional development of WAHO and its work in the West Africa region.

  13. Document and share successes and lessons learned in the format of project reports, publications and presentations at all levels.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Advanced degree (Masters, PhD, or MD) in a health-related field or management field required.

• A minimum of 7 years of field experience in progressively responsible positions in development programs, with management, HIS, M&E, organizational development, leadership, advocacy, communication and negotiation and adult training skills. Experience with public/private sector, health organizations, and international donors, and non-governmental organizations is highly desirable. Previous work experience with regional institutions also highly desirable.

• Solid understanding of ECOWAS and West Africa’s economic, political, social and cultural environment and the role of the regional institutions and host governments, private and public sector, including NGOs, in addressing development objectives, priorities and issues required. Knowledge of USAID, PEPFAR, the World Bank, the Global Fund and other donor mechanisms highly desirable.

• Ability to use good judgment on sensitive topics, including ability to exercise independent judgment in prioritizing assigned tasks and in dealing with stakeholders at all levels and in the appropriate cultural and political context.

• Proven ability to interact professionally and effectively with senior managers, decision-makers, government officials, public and private donors, USG, and civil society.

• Practical and analytical skills necessary to translate data or information into concrete actions.

• Excellent oral and written communications skills and ability to work in a large team and build good working relationship with all stakeholders.

• Proficiency in computer use, particularly Microsoft Office applications for word processing, PowerPoint, email, and Excel.

• Fluent written and oral proficiency in English and French required. Must be able to communicate effectively in both languages. Portuguese language ability would be an advantage.

• Willingness to relocate to Bobo Dioulasso and travel within West Africa up to 50% time.


How to apply:

Please apply at https://jobs-msh.icims.com/jobs/6910/senior-technical-advisor-for-instit....

Libya: Short-term Expert in National Health Accounts

Organization: Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH
Country: Libya
Closing date: 01 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 National Health Accounts

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

1) BackgroundThe 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.

2) 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.

3) Objectives of the mission

3.1 General objective of the mission

The expertise mobilised will support the Chair and Co-chair of the Working Group on Strategic Plan-ning and Financing, the Head of the Department of Health Financing Affairs and the Head of the HIS Department of the Ministry of Health to:

  • Develop the National Health Accounts according to the latest NHA methodology (SHA 2011) based on 2011 and 2012 data including Out-Of-Pocket health expenditures
  • Set the basis for future NHA system development and future NHA rounds through institulisation of NHA activities within the MoH to be conducted periodically. This activity includes (i) building capacities of teams of local personnel to be able to conduct NHA exercise independently in the future and (ii) to establish channels for flow of necessary data to ensure effective implementation of NHA.

3.2 Specific objectives of the mission

  1. Develop a proposal for the institutional structure responsible for the sustainable development of the National Health Accounts. This shall include the setting up of an inter-ministerial committee and a Working Group gathering various stakeholders including members of the LHSS Working Group on Strategic Planning and Financing, the Directorate of Health Financing Affairs, the HIS, and Financial Departments of the Ministry of Health, the Ministry of Finance, other related ministries and the Bureau of Statistics and Census
  2. Build the capacity of members of the inter-ministerial Working Group in NHA development (includ-ing presenting and implementing the SHA 2011 methodology for the development of the NHA and NHA analysis to answer policy questions. At the end of the first NHA development process the inter-ministerial Working Group should be able to develop and carry out the next NHA round with limited external technical assistance
  3. Analyze existing data and propose additional data collection exercises to fill potential gaps
  4. Provide a calculation of the NHA tables according to SHA 2011 methodology
  5. Interpret these tables in light of the current Libyan health policy debates and widely disseminate the results of this analysis
  6. Provide advice for further institutionalisation of NHA calculation, interpretation and use of M&E for health reforms.

3.3 Expected results and deliverables

Institutional Framework Document detailing the composition and modalities of work of an inter-ministerial Committee and Working Group for NHA Development prepared and presented- Comprehensive and coherent package of capacity building activities prepared, presented and delivered to the members of the NHA taskforce based on the latest methodological guidelines- Data quality assessment prepared and presented underlining potential gaps in health expenditure available (private health expenditure, private providers, “closed-sector” health facilities etc.) - Data collection tasks identified- NHA tables prepared and presented according to the SHA 2011 methodology- Analytical report highlighting the main characteristics of the Libyan healthcare system as reflected by the national health expenditure figure and underlining most vibrant health policy issues drafted and circulated for comments- Report (separate report or sections within the main report) analysing validity of related surveys as household health expenditure and service utilisation survey and private providers’ survey.

4) Scope of Work- Establishment of the inter-ministerial committee to ensure continuous flow of necessary infor-mation- Determining data needs and its sources;- Participation and Supervising the design of necessary surveys for NHA through reviewing survey tools and methodology to guarantee collection of all necessary data with validated methodology; - Supervising/following up (might be remotely) the data collection process;- Supervising/Following up data analysis of other surveys;- Compiling and analysing NHA data and writing the final NHA report of Libya

5) Management of the mission

5.1 Work language

The work language is English

5.2 Responsibilities

The expert(s) will report directly to the Chair and Co-chair of the Working Group on Strategic Planning and Financing, the Head of the Directorate of Health Financing Affairs and/or the Head of the HIS Department of the Ministry of Health.

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

5.3 Timetable

The duration of the mission for all experts will be of 120 man/days (including field visits and desk work) and take place over a 12 months period divided into up to 4 visits. Up to 12 days might be used by all experts as home based days for backstopping and report writing. The timetable below summarizes the detailed list of required activities. It will have to be reviewed, amended and comple-mented jointly by the Chair and Co-chair of the Working Group on Strategic Planning and Financing, the Head of the Department of Health Financing Affairs and the Head of the HIS Department of the Ministry of Health working in close consultation with the Team Leader/Health Economist and the Short Term Expert(s) for NHA as part of the initial visit.

The table below assumes that additional data collection activities will be necessary to achieve a com-plete NHA exercise within one year. This is especially the case for private health expenditure, which will probably require a Household Health Expenditure Survey.

As a result, the timeline includes an optional component: if it is possible to proceed with the quantity and quality of data available or easily collectable (such as hospital functions) then a first attempt at calculating and analyzing available data should take place during the first quarter of 2014. Otherwise, this calculation will be postponed to the second and quarter of 2014 when more information is availa-ble.

Deriving from the above timeline, it is possible to suggest the following schedule for (at least) 4 visits of the international expert:

  • First visit during 2013: inception visit, set-up of the institutional framework
  • Second visit during 2013/2014: presentation of phase 1 findings
  • First visit during 2014: presentation of the first calculation based on limited data
  • Fourth visit during 2014: presentation of final results and further capacity building

  • Within one week following the arrival of the expert in country, the expert shall submit and validate the outline of a report. The outline will be validated by the Chair and Co-chair of the Working Group on Strategic Planning and Financing, the Head of the Department of Health Financing Af-fairs and the Head of the HIS Department of the Ministry of Health working in close consultation with the Team Leader/Health Economist. The outline will address tasks described under the sub-headings 1-6 of section 3.2 and the timeline above. The outline will assist all parties clarifying de-liverables and expectations. It will contain, as an annex, the structure of mission reports due at the end of each mission to Libya.

  • Three days prior to the end of each mission the expert shall deliver a short report on the out-comes of the mission, tasks performed, data gathered or analysed, challenges encountered and the timeliness of the deliverables.
  • Within six months, the expert shall deliver an Intermediate Report, which should be circulated for comments amongst members of the Inter-ministerial Committee and receive comments at least from the Chair and Co-chair of the Working Group on Strategic Planning and Financing, the Head of the Department of Health Financing Affairs and the Head of the HIS Department of the Ministry of Health working in close consultation with the Team Leader/Health Economist.
  • At least three days prior to the end of the mission the expert shall deliver a Final Report, which should have incorporated feedback from members of the Inter-ministerial Committee the Chair and Co-chair of the Working Group on Strategic Planning and Financing, the Head of the Depart-ment of Health Financing Affairs, the Head of the HIS Department of the Ministry of Health and the Team Leader/Health Economist.

5.4 Location of the mission

The location of the mission is Tripoli, Libya.

6) The expertise required

6.1 Number of experts and working days

1 STE: up to 120 man/days divided to 3 – 4 visits. It might be possible to have more than one expert for that mission. In this case the expert A will act a team leader for the mission and both of them have to submit a proposal for the mission clarifying responsibilities and deliverables of each of them in addition of their CVs. Expert A should be of category A with a minimum of least 10 years of practical experience in conducting NHA studies.

6.2 Profile of the expert

Experience

  • A minimum of 10 years progressively responsible professional work experience in public sector governance and public finance management
  • A minimum of 7 years international experience in developing National Health Accounts
  • Certification and previous experience in applying the latest NHA development methodology (SHA 2011), as attested by track record and the attendance to specific WHO training seminars
  • Proven writing and editing skills, with a strong command of English and ability to convey complex ideas in a creative, clear, direct and lively style

Qualifications

  • Masters Degree in Public Financial Management, Health Economics, Health Financing, Statistics or equivalent.

7) Reports

7.1 Format and contents

The Outline, Intermediate and Final Reports should specifically address subheadings 1-6 out-lined under section 3.2 and the timeline above.

The reports 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.

Shorter reports will be prepared at the end of each mission. They will have a simpler structure and reflect on the outcomes of the mission, tasks performed, data gathered or analysed, challenges en-countered and the timeliness of the deliverables.

7.2 Delivery and approval of reports

Draft reports will be delivered electronically to the Technical Assistance Team. All documents deliv-ered by the expert shall receive prior approval by detailed list of required activities. They will be re-viewed by the members of the Inter-ministerial Working Group and receive comments at least from the Chair and Co-chair of the Working Group on Strategic Planning and Financing, the Head of the De-partment of Health Financing Affairs and the Head of the HIS Department of the Ministry of Health working in close consultation with the Team Leader/Health Economist. Reports will further be ap-proved 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 1st October 2013 via email (CV and letter of motivation). Email: matthieu.david@giz.de;Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH