CHARITY JOBS IN AFRICA

Organization: CTG Global
Country: Liberia
Closing date: 07 Dec 2014

TERMS OF REFERENCE

PositionTeam LeaderPlace of Performance Liberia (exact location to be determined) Contract Duration 18 weeks per cycle Starting Date Early December

OVERVIEW OF CTG GLOBAL

CTG Global is a managed service company specializing in Recruitment, Management Consultancy, Human Resources support services and Monitoring & Evaluation in post disaster and post conflict countries around the world.

CTG Global provides services to humanitarian organizations, government, non-governmental organizations and corporates that enables public and private sectors to focus on their core business and the achievement of their objectives in hostile and threatening environments as we provide a safe and secure environment for them to do so and alleviate them of their risks, crisis and personnel management problems.

OVERVIEW OF THE POSITION

Under the direct supervision of the IOM Project Officer and in close coordination with the ETU Medical Coordinator, the incumbent will be responsible and accountable for effective supervision, monitoring, coordination and timely implementation of all health, operations and logistics related activities to ensure effective management of Ebola Treatment Units (ETU) operations.

Safety:

· The ETU Team Leader is aware of the risks involved in working in the ETU.

· The ETU Team Leader follows all regulations concerning infection control and protective measures.

· Non-adherence to the safety regulations can result in immediate dismissal.

GENERAL FUNCTIONS

· Lead the overall coordination and management of medical and logistics support activities at the assigned ETU.

· Supervise the day to day implementation of the overall operations of the assigned ETU including staff, management of resources, operations and logistics in coordination with the Medical Coordinator, Logistics and Procurement Officer.

· Coordinate on a regular basis with the IOM Mobile Teams (e.g. Chief Medical Officer – Quality Control/Quality Assurance), Infection Control Practitioner, Senior WASH Officer for the strict application of infection prevention control protocols and staff health safety.

· Oversee the management of the ETU, including ETU budgeting requests, basic accounting, internal control and audit; in liaison with IOM sub-office and mobile teams.

· Supervise the management of the ETU data and information system, for both medical as well as non-medical services mindful of data protection and confidentiality issues.

· Supervise the management of the ETU medical and non-medical supplies, ensuring continuity of supplies, proper storage and continued refrigeration for certain medications and supplies, expiry dates, forecasting of needs, rational utilization of supplies and consumption records on a weekly basis in close coordination with the ETU Logistics and Procurement Officer.

· Coordinate collaboration with IOM mobile teams as well as with external partners.

· Monitor and analyze the ETU services to identify the needs and recommend solutions.

· Ensure the submission of regular updates and reports as per agreement

ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE

Education

Completed University or Master degree in management, administration or related sciences from an internationally accepted institution. A degree in hospital management is a distinct advantage.

Work Experience

A minimum of 8 years professional work experience in hospital or health facility administration, human resource, financial and logistics management as well as project management at senior level.

Experience in humanitarian crisis, natural disasters, and resource poor settings.

Key Competencies

Excellent communication and negotiation skills; demonstrated management skills, monitoring, leadership and supervision of staff; ability to make effective decisions under time pressure; ability to work effectively and harmoniously in multi-cultural settings.

Excellent knowledge of spoken and written English.

How to apply:

Interested candidates should submit their CV along with their application letter via e-mail to crisissupport@ctgglobal.com with reference to “BHJOB2678_595” in the subject line. Short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview.