CHARITY JOBS IN AFRICA

Organization: Kimetrica
Country: South Sudan
Closing date: 03 Oct 2014

Position Summary:

Kimetrica seeks a seasoned Project Manager/Food Security Analyst for an 18-month assignment. The position, funded by USAID, will coordinate a cutting edge approach to food security monitoring in conflict-affected areas of East Africa. Working with a young and highly talented team of food security and data analysts in testing and managing innovative methods for data capture, analysis and reporting, the Project Manager will be based in an East African capital with frequent travel in the region.

Responsibilities include:

· Provide technical leadership and management oversight

· Act as key liaison with USAID and other partners

· Develop collaborative framework for the joint analysis of food security conditions with local partners

· Periodic training of field staff in quantitative survey methods and qualitative data collection methods

· Quantitative and qualitative data analysis and reporting and reporting of information from survey and qualitative monitoring activities

· Management and supervision of the technical work of project personnel and consultants

· Provide compliance oversight and quality assurance for project activities including finance and operations, sub-contracts, procurement, and budgeting

Qualifications:

· Graduate degree in agricultural economics, nutrition, or related discipline

· At least 5 years experience in project management and food security analysis

· Demonstrated experience in the design and management of rural household surveys

· Strong analytical skills and understanding of quantitative and qualitative techniques

· Creative and strong strategic and tactical thinking

· Excellent and proven writing skills

· Willingness to travel for short periods

· Knowledge and experience in data management and statistical analysis

· Credible work experience in the East Africa Region (Ethiopia, Kenya, Somalia, South Sudan, Sudan, Uganda)

· Strong inter-personal skills with an ability to persuade, build professional partnerships and communicate complex concepts to mixed audiences

Terms and Conditions:

· Highly competitive salary package

· Full health insurance

· One month vacation per year

· Pension and investment benefits

· Friendly and stimulating working environment

· Major opportunities for career growth and on-the-job learning

· 18 month assignment

About Kimetrica:

Formed by a group of former humanitarian and development workers in 2006, Kimetrica is a social enterprise focused on providing policy-makers and project managers with the tools and skills they need to do their jobs well. Our work centers on providing knowledge management solutions for governments, bi-lateral donors, the World Bank, and not-for-profit organizations in the areas of performance management and disaster risk reduction. With a headquarters in Nairobi, Kenya and project support offices in Ethiopia, Moldova, and the US, Kimetrica employs 60 full-time professional staff and an extensive network of sector specialists with expertise ranging from early warning and contingency planning to social protection and research and data analysis.

How to apply:

To apply, please send cover letter and CV to jobs@kimetrica.com . Please put in the subject line of your e-mail: Project Manager /Food Security Analyst, and include your first and last name in the file attachment name. Ensure that your CV and cover letter describe your background and experience as related to the job responsibilities and skills. Note that Kimetrica will only contact eligible candidates for interviews.