CHARITY JOBS IN AFRICA

Organization: International Medical Corps
Country: Mali
Closing date: 04 Mar 2015

Position Summary & Responsibilities:

International Medical Corps is a global, humanitarian, nonprofit organization dedicated to saving lives and relieving suffering through health care training and relief and development programs.

Established in 1984 by volunteer doctors and nurses, International Medical Corps is a private, voluntary, nonpolitical, nonsectarian organization. Its mission is to improve the quality of life through

health interventions and related activities that build local capacity in underserved communities worldwide. By offering training and health care to local populations and medical assistance to people at highest risk, and with the flexibility to respond rapidly to emergency situations, International Medical Corps rehabilitates devastated health care systems and helps bring them back to self-reliance.

PROGRAM BACKGROUND

In 2014, International Medical Corps is continuing the implementation of health, nutrition and protection activities in the north of Mali, specifically in the region of timbuktu, targeting two health districts

JOB SUMMARY

The Medical Coordinator is primarily responsible for the design, implementation and management of the emergency health programs. The Medical Coordinator will work in collaboration with the senior management team and health teams in the field.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Technical Monitoring and Program Quality

• Technically lead the International Medical Corps' health program strategic planning, design and implementation in close coordination with the Emergency Response team leader, donors and other implementing partners, providing technical supervision, and technical support to the emergency health program

• Ensure planned health activities are in line with approved proposals as well as consistent with established best practices

• Maintain the quality of clinical care through direct supervision of medical personnel, chart review, training and role modeling on the job training and mentoring

• Ensure referral of complicated case from the static and mobile clinics to the In Patient Department and establish a system to monitor their progress while admitted

• Manage clinical staff including recruiting, hiring, supporting and redistributing the International Medical Corps health professionals, wherever and whenever required in the supported health facilities

• Work closely with the WASH Coordinator and Nutrition Coordinator to ensure synergy in the interventions in three sectors where the International Medical Corps is working

• Work closely with senior management and field teams to determine the operational needs of the medical program within the scope of the grants

• Ensure that early warning systems and contingency plans are in place for investigation and control of outbreaks of infectious diseases and other health issues of concern

• Participate and technically represent International Medical Corps in the camp coordination meetings and task force meetings, provide regular technical updates in such forums and the senior management following the established reporting structures and ensure positive interaction and good relations with partners in the region

• Flag any need for and provide input to possible IMC advocacy drives on matters pertaining to the refugee crisis

• In collaboration with the ERT team leader, the Logistics Coordinator and the Finance Manager, assume responsibility over the emrgency medical response budget including submitting purchase requests to adequately supply medical teams and making sure funds allocated to the response are fully and appropriately spent

1. Program Development

• Work with the Emergency Response Team (ERT) team leader, senior management team, field teams, and regional desk in strategic planning for future direction of the health programs

• Work with ERT team leader, Program Officer, other program staff, and management team to draft concepts for future funding following protocols and formats of each relevant donor

Skills & Requirements:

SKILLS AND REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum medical degree, preferably with a Master’s in Public Health

• Minimum of 5 years' experience with emergency response and post-disaster, post-conflict work experience

• Experience in effectively dealing with international and headquarters staff, as well as donor agencies, government officials, and other NGO’s; the ability to work with a broad spectrum of people

• Ability to exercise sound judgment and make decisions independently

• Ability to write clear and concise reports and to meet required reporting deadlines

• Extremely flexible, and have the ability to work in basic living conditions, and under administrative and programmatic pressures and ability to cope with stressful situations

• Ability to assume non-medical responsibilities from time to time to cover for other team members

• Skills and knowledge in program sustainability, capacity building, and project monitoring and evaluation (both quantitative and qualitative methods)

Other Relevant Information (if applicable):

LANGUAGES

• Ability to read, write, analyze and interpret, technical and non-technical in the English language.

• Ability to effectively present information and respond appropriately to questions from senior managers in the field and HQ, counterparts, senior government and rebel leaders and other related regional players

• Ability to speak English and French required. Knowledge of Bambara a plus.

CONDITIONS

• Accommodation, food and transportation provided by the organization

• Medical Evacuation service and competitive benefits provided by the organization

• Further information regarding security and situation on the field available during the interview process

• While performing duties of the job, the employee frequently works in precarious and remote places. The employee is usually employed in areas of civil strife, which often result in an unstable security environment. Regularly work in outdoor extreme weather conditions

How to apply:

How to apply:

To officially begin the application process, qualified candidates please go to our career page http://careers.internationalmedicalcorps.org/careers.aspx , noting where you noticed the position you are applying for and complete the online employment application form.

Organization: Action Against Hunger-USA
Country: South Sudan
Closing date: 04 Mar 2015

Title: Field Coordinator

Location (Country & Base):Warrap, South Sudan

Contract duration:One Year

Start Date:February 22, 2015

You’ll contribute to ending world hunger by ...

taking an active part in our dynamic team scaling up our response for conflict affected populations in South Sudan. You will play a key role in coordinating our life-saving programs in a difficult environment through developing & implementing the South Sudan country strategy at the field level.

Key activities in your role will include:

• Putting into action your strong understanding & experience of humanitarian principles in Warrap’s complex changing context
• Coordinating & monitoring planned project implementation, as well as identifying new needs & collaborating with the technical & support teams to develop project proposals for Warrap state.
• Liaising & conferring with provincial partners & other actors; building relationships with local authorities & community leaders in Warrap state as ACF’s senior representative in the area.
• Using your experience managing security in a highly insecure and changing environment to analyze, identify & mitigate potential security risks.
• leading an enthusiastic team of program & support staff who oversee ACF’s operations in the region.
• ensuring adherence to ACF policies & playing a key role in the professional development of all staff.

Does this description fit you?

You’re a seasoned Field Coordinator

• You have a Bachelor’s degree in Humanitarian Studies, International Development, Political Science or another field related to humanitarian action. You have a sound understanding of ACF’s core program activities: nutrition, food security & livelihoods, & water, sanitation & hygiene.
• You have at least 3 years’ experience working in complex humanitarian emergencies. You are comfortable implementing security plans & familiar with all aspects of project cycle management.
• You are able to consolidate & polish contributions from a large, diverse team to ensure reports are comprehensive, coherent & compliant with donor requirements.

You can communicate & negotiate in difficult situations

• You have led teams where you need to coach others to adapt their communication style to suit colleagues from other cultures & professions. You are able to adjust your own style to represent ACF appropriately with a range of national counterparts.
• You can intuitively adapt how you explain & discuss context analysis, strategy, policies & procedures to suit different audiences - both verbally & in writing.
• You are an experienced negotiator & remain are calm & articulate under pressure. You’re able to easily adapt to changing circumstances.

Your work style builds trust & creative-thinking within your team

• You are able to diplomatically help your team handle difficult situations & then refocus their efforts on key project priorities.
• You encourage staff to share fresh ideas & enjoy integrating your team’s innovative ideas into new project proposals.

How to apply:

Apply online with cover letter and resume at https://careers.actionagainsthunger.org/index.php/positions/view/136/

Organization: Center for International Forestry Research
Country: Kenya
Closing date: 06 Mar 2015

The Communications Coordinator will lead an ambitious, well-funded and creative program with the goal of translating CIFOR's high-caliber research from across Africa into meaningful, real-world impact. We need a dynamic, creative and self-directed Communications Coordinator to take the freedom and resources we offer and make it happen - whether it involves working alongside our scientists to develop communication strategies for specific research projects, traveling to the field with a TV crew, writing blogs, organizing a workshop or talking to journalists.

The Center for International Forestry Research (CIFOR) is a nonprofit, global research organization dedicated to advancing human well-being, environmental conservation and equity.

We conduct research that enables more informed and equitable decision making about the use and management of tropical and sub-tropical forest landscapes. We help policy makers and practitioners shape effective policy, improve the management of tropical forests and address the needs and perspectives of people who depend on forests for their livelihoods. Our multidisciplinary approach considers the underlying drivers of deforestation and degradation which often lie outside the forestry sector: forces such as agriculture, infrastructure development, trade and investment policies and law enforcement.

CIFOR is looking for

Regional Communications Coordinator, Africa

Overview

The Communications Coordinator will lead an ambitious, well-funded and creative program with the goal of translating CIFOR's high-caliber research from across Africa into meaningful, real-world impact. The program uses a range of media - including blogs, video documentaries, radio programs, conferences and workshops, TV and newspapers - so that policymakers, donors, NGOs, the private sector and other key stakeholders have the latest research on how best to manage the continent's forests, especially in relation to climate change, livelihoods, food security, energy and water management.

We need a dynamic, creative and self-directed Communications Coordinator to take the freedom and resources we offer and make it happen - whether it involves working alongside our scientists to develop communication strategies for specific research projects, traveling to the field with a TV crew, writing blogs, organizing a workshop or talking to journalists.

The ideal candidate will:

• Be a dynamic go-getter with loads of initiative and an adventurous spirit,

• Be an avid reader of science and environmental literature and issues - someone who genuinely enjoys engaging with scientists and the topics they research,

• Have a passion for storytelling and connecting with audiences,

• Have a strong editorial background, able to identify the most compelling and appropriate stories and methods for telling them, whether tried-and-true, emerging or experimental,

• Be able to come up with and develop ideas for communicating science for impact, and be open to and excited by new possibilities,

• Be able to manage multiple projects and deadlines,

• Be willing to travel often and work independently.

Summary of responsibilities

• Update, expand and oversee implementation of a communications strategy to deliver research findings to key stakeholders in Africa and elsewhere,

• Develop communication strategies for specific research projects in Africa and oversee implementation; manage communication budgets in these projects,

• Provide strategic guidance to two national communications staff (in Zambia and Cameroon) and one full-time communications consultant (in Burkina Faso),

• Work closely with CIFOR's headquarters in Indonesia, especially others in the Outreach team, with staff and consultants worldwide, and a Multimedia unit, which overseas CIFOR's many web platforms and publications,

• Write and edit blog stories, fact sheets, press releases, video synopses and scripts and other editorial,

• Oversee production of films and multimedia packages,

• Organize or support conferences and workshops in Africa in which to showcase CIFOR's research,

• Advise and mentor scientists on communications, especially on speaking to journalists, blog writing and on giving presentations to non-scientific audiences,

• Foster relationships with journalists across Africa and beyond to encourage media attention on CIFOR's research.

Details of duties, assignments and objectives will be further discussed and laid out in the staff's annual performance contract.

Requirements

Education, knowledge and experience

• A minimum of Bachelors' degree in communications, science (e.g. biophysical sciences, social sciences, political sciences, economics, etc.), or a related field. Master's degree is desirable,

• At least seven years' experience in producing high-quality communications materials across a range of mediums (samples to be requested),

• Demonstrated interest in science and environmental issues and ability to grasp new material quickly,

• Demonstrated ability to write and edit English across multiple styles and formats at a very high level (better than average native speaker),

• Experience working with technical experts, preferably in a multicultural context,

• Professional experience in Africa is preferable,

• Fluency in English and French,

• Ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities.

Personal Attributes and Competencies

• Go-getter, self-motivated and resourceful - someone who can make things happen,

• Dynamic and creative,

• Team player with excellent interpersonal skills, able to interact effectively and positively with people in a multicultural and multidisciplinary environment,

• Able to work well under pressure,

• Strong client service approach,

• Stickler for high quality and accuracy.

Terms and Conditions

• This is an Internationally Recruited Staff (IRS) position. CIFOR offers competitive remuneration in USD, commensurate with skills and experience,

• The appointment will be for 2 years, inclusive 9 months' probationary period, with a possibility of extension contingent upon performance, continued relevance of the position and available resources.

• The duty station will be in Nairobi, Kenya.

Application process

• The application deadline is 28 February 2015

• We will acknowledge all applications, but will contact only short-listed candidates.

To apply, please submit via the link

How to apply:

http://www.ngojobsonline.com/Job_463_Regional+Communications+Coordinator+Africa.html?FromHub=reliefweb.int

Organization: International Conference on the Great Lakes Region
Country: Burundi
Closing date: 10 Feb 2015

1. The International Conference on the Great Lakes Region (ICGLR) is an inter-governmental organization composed of 12 Member States (MSs) from the Greater GLR, which was set up in 2006 with the assistance of the African Union (AU), United Nations (UN) and bilateral donors.^[1]The ICGLR aims to implement the Pact on Security, Stability and Development (Pact) which sets an ambitious agenda "to transform the region into a space of sustainable peace and security for peoples of the region, political and social stability, shared growth and development, a space of cooperation based on convergent strategies and policies driven by a common destiny”. Key sectors include: (i) peace and security; (ii) democracy and good governance; (iii) economic development and regional integration; (iv) humanitarian and social issues and (v) cross-cutting issues including gender, environment, human rights, HIV/AIDS and human settlements.^[2]
2. The ICGLR Pact has 10 Protocols including the Protocol on Prevention and Suppression of Sexual Violence Ageist Women and Children. In 2011, all heads of state of the ICGLR adopted the Kampala Declaration on SGBV, or the *United to Prevent, End Impunity and Provide Support to the Victims of SGBV in the Great Lakes Region (commonly known as the Kampala Declaration on SGBV).*The Declaration calls for a comprehensive approach from prevention to survivor support, involving a broad spectrum of stakeholders and institutions (i.e. governments, civil society, parliamentarians, religious leaders, and international partners). The Declaration links to other anti-SGBV global initiatives and UN Security Council Resolutions (1325, 1820, 1888, 1889 and 1960).

Consequent to the Kampala Declaration, in 2014, the ICGLR opened in Kampala a Regional Training Facility (RTF) on the Fight against SGBV as agreed upon in the Kampala Declaration^[3]. The objective of the RTF is to train and sensitize relevant personnel in the medical, judicial and police sectors as well as social workers from the Great Lakes Region to provide an efficient and effective response to SGBV. It also includes, among others, facilitating regional knowledge generation and sharing, conducting policy-oriented research, and maintaining a database of regional and international experts. Furthermore, the RTF will contribute to building capacities of the proposed Special Courts as envisaged under the Kampala Declaration.

The Conference Secretariat (CS) is a technical arm of the ICGLR and is responsible for coordination, facilitation, promotion, monitoring and implementation of the Pact on Security, Stability and Development in the Great Lakes Region Under the ICGLR “Emergency Sexual and Gender Based Violence and Women’s Health Project” supported by the World Bank. The Conference Secretariat will set up a Project Implementation Unit (PIU) headed by a Project Coordinator within the CS. The PIU will be responsible for the overall coordination, day to day implementation, and supervision of the project.

To implement this project, the CS would like to recruit a Project Coordinator to head the PIU and be responsible for the overall coordination, day to day implementation, and supervision of the project.

[1] ICGLR Member States include Angola, Burundi, Central African Republic, Democratic Republic of Congo, Republic of Congo, Kenya, Rwanda, South Sudan, Sudan, Tanzania, Uganda and Zambia.

[2]With regard to economic development and regional integration, the ICGLR, with some support from the WB and other partners plans to rehabilitate key infrastructure, including road and rail, so as to facilitate trade in the region. It also aims to establish a regional mechanism for the certification of natural resources in order to curb their illegal exploitation and trade in the region. On energy, the ICGLR supports the revival of the CEPGL and its energy-related projects including exploitation of methane gas from Lake Kivu and the establishment of the Inga dam in the DRC among others.

[3]As per Decision 14 from the Kampala Declaration. The RTF was validated by the Regional Inter-Ministerial Committee (RIMC) in 2013.

How to apply:

Detailed job profiles can be accessed on Web Site: http://www.icglr.org/index.php/en/job-opportunities

SUBMISSION GUIDELINES

To submit your candidacy, please submit your application by email to the following address not later than February10, 2015 at 16.00 GMT.

Attn: Executive Secretary of the ICGLR
PO Box: 7076
Bujumbura-BURUNDI

Tel: + 257 22256824/25
Fax: + 257 22256828

E-mail: recruitment@icglr.org

Copy: musondar.simukoko@icglr.org and ebmokodopo@gmail.com

The application file must contain the following documents:

• A cover letter outlining required qualifications;
• A detailed CV (4 pages maximum) with (3) references (with their telephone and e-mail contact addresses);
• A copy of the University degree;

N.B.: The documents contained in the file must be written in English or French

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Organization: International Transformation Foundation
Country: Kenya
Closing date: 30 Jun 2015

Position Title: Fundraiser Coordinator
Classification: Full-time
Reports to: General Secretariat.
Directly Supervises: As needed
Compensation: Unpaid.

* must have knowlege of the local language Kiswahili

General Qualifications:

• Candidates must have excellent verbal communication, written communication, and sales ability.
• Candidates will be outbound calling/ recruiting local business and community leaders through telephone sales to volunteer/participate in a local fundraising event.
• Candidate must have a friendly and professional speaking voice with strong phone etiquette
• This position requires between 12-40 hours a week, M-F from 9-4:30pm. Flexibility offered.
• Computer skills and experience with Microsoft Office is very helpful.

General Areas of Responsibility:

• Vendor contact and coordination
• Volunteer coordination
• Program registration and support schedules.
• Coordinate contact with outside vendors for various non-profit needs.
• Coordinate volunteers.
• Provide administrative support with regard to e-mails and newsletters.

How to apply:

Please send us your resume and cover letter at pr@itfsecretariat.org

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Country: Sudan
Closing date: 26 Mar 2015

BACKGROUND

International Medical Corps, a global humanitarian nonprofit organization dedicated to saving lives and relieving suffering through health care training and relief and development programs, seeks candidates for the position of Senior Health Coordinator for our programs in Sudan.

Established in 1984 by volunteer doctors and nurses, International Medical Corps is a private, voluntary, nonpolitical, nonsectarian organization. Its mission is to improve the quality of life through health interventions and related activities that build local capacity in underserved communities worldwide. By offering training and health care to local populations and medical assistance to people at highest risk, and with the flexibility to respond rapidly to emergency situations, International Medical Corps rehabilitates devastated health care systems and helps bring them back to self-reliance.

The ongoing humanitarian crisis in Darfur has uprooted millions of people, disrupted fragile health care systems and prevented families from returning to their homes and livelihoods. Since 2004, International Medical Corps has worked through challenging conditions to provide essential medical care, implement nutrition programs, restore water delivery and sanitation systems and provide support to the Ministry of Health through health system strengthening activities. By emphasizing education and training of community members, civil society organizations, and local health care professionals, we give communities the tools to move from relief towards self-reliance, and to rebuild their futures.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Work closely with the Program Director to achieve program objectives and targets effectively and efficiently.

• Work closely with site manager, area coordinator, and M and E coordinator for smooth implementation of the program.

• Actively participate in program design, implementation and evaluation.

• Ensure that the quality of the primary health care and nutrition programs is maintained to the standard based on applicable national and international standards.

• Ensure program targets are met using indicator tracking table.

• Provide the necessary technical leadership and support at the field level.

• Ensure diagnosis and treatment of patients is based on standard procedures(national and international guidelines)

• Actively participate in the management and referral of patients based on the national protocol.

• Support and lead the Monitoring and Evaluation function at the site level.

• Ensure the community based activities such as EPI, nutrition screening, health education and defaulter tracing are done properly.

• Actively participate in the identification and management of any disaster or epidemics.

• Ensure the CMAM programme is delivered according the expected standards.

• Build the capacity of national staffs through proper coaching and training.

• Prepare weekly, monthly and annual plans of programme implementation.

• Prepare and submit weekly, monthly and annual data and reports to his line manager and other relevant agencies.

• Actively participate in human resource management such as induction, motivation and coaching.

• Represent IMC at locality and state level.

• Support assessment and surveys.

• Ensure proper documentation at the field level.

Other duties as assigned. The duties and responsibilities listed are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all inclusive.

QUALIFICATIONS

• The Degree of Doctor of Medicine with at least 5 years of public health and nutrition experience Or First degree in Clinical studies with at least 8 years of public health and nutrition experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Master’s in Public Health is required

• Additional training in nutrition is an advantage.

• Experience on coaching, training and mentoring is required.

• Experience of managing and supporting several projects is required.

• Previous experience of work in humanitarian organizations is required.

• Languages – working knowledge of English. Arabic will be an asset.

• Good report writing skills.

• Good and demonstrated analytical skills.

• Demonstrated research skills.

• Previous management and leadership experience in humanitarian emergency set-ups

• Very good interpersonal skills and team player.

• Prior experience in humanitarian and development organizations.

• Advanced knowledge of medical sciences and primary health care

• Basic computer skills – Microsoft Office, Email, EXCEL, EPI Info – and other computer based systems.

• Ability and willingness to manage projects in resource-limited hardship areas

International Medical Corps is proud to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, or status as a veteran.

How to apply:

http://careers.internationalmedicalcorps.org/careers.aspx

Organization: Dorcas Aid International
Country: South Sudan
Closing date: 01 Feb 2015

Dorcas is looking for an English-speaking, preferably South Sudanese, for the position of WASH Coordinator to be based in Akon North payam, Gogrial West county (Warrap State).

Please find the attached vacancy for more information about the post and the application procedure.

How to apply:

Please submit your application (including CV and contact details of 3 referees) at Dorcas office (Sikka Haddid, Wau) or send your application to office@south-sudan.dorcas.org. Please indicate clearly the fact that you are applying for the abovementioned position by mentioning the position in the subject and in your covering letter. You are encouraged to write about your Christian identity.

Organization: International Executive Service Corps
Country: Mali
Closing date: 28 Feb 2015

IESC – the International Executive Service Corps – is a US based not-for-profit with a focus on supporting private enterprise in developing countries. We have worked in partnership with local people in 130 countries - mainly with the generous support of USAID - designing, implementing, managing and evaluating a wide range of market driven solutions along the entire value chain of a company or industry.

IESC is seeking a field program coordinator for a Financial Services Program in Mali. The anticipated USAID-funded activity will be a multi-year effort to promote access to finance and increase investment in Mali, with the ultimate objective to promote sustainable, private sector-led economic growth. Potential areas of focus could include loan guarantee mechanisms; agriculture finance; small and medium enterprise (SME) finance; and/or microfinance. This position is full-time and based in Mali.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Work with start-up team to establish a Mali field office and develop a work plan, PMP, and monitoring and evaluation system;
• Provide support to IESC headquarters by preparing field expense reports, contributing to quarterly technical reports, monitoring and evaluation, and working with the field staff to solidify a fully functional operations system;
• Assist the chief of party (COP) in establishing an effective subgrantee and/or subcontractor management systems and effective internal controls to manage USAID funds;
• Work with the COP to monitor subgrantee and/or subcontractor expenditure and performance and USAID reporting functions are conducted in a timely and efficient manner;
• Support the COP to review subgrantee and/or subcontractor reports and seek additions and revisions as necessary;
• Work with COP and program manager to ensure that the program is implemented in accordance with USAID regulations and procedures.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably with a focus on finance, business, international relations, agricultural economics or other relevant subject; advanced degree preferred;
• Minimum three years of experience supporting program management of international development programs;
• Demonstrated knowledge of USAID Rules and Regulations;
• USAID or other donor experience preferred;
• Experience living and working in West Africa and in particular strong familiarity with Malian culture highly desirable;
• Fluency in both English and French.

How to apply:

How to apply: Please forward a letter of interest and current resume to jobs@iesc.org with “Field Program Coordinator-Mali” in the subject line. IESC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

IESC encourages all interested applicants, volunteers, and consultants to register with the IESC Skills Bank. To register, please visit http://www.iesc.org/register-with-iesc.aspx.

Organization: Dorcas Aid International
Country: South Sudan
Closing date: 02 Feb 2015

Dorcas is looking for an English-speaking, preferably South Sudanese, for the position of WASH Coordinator to be based in Wau (Western Bahr el Ghazal).

Please find the attached vacancy for more information about the post and application procedure.

How to apply:

Please submit your application (including CV and contact details of 3 referees) at Dorcas office (Sikka Haddid, Wau) or send your application to office@south-sudan.dorcas.org. Please indicate clearly the fact that you are applying for the abovementioned position by mentioning the position in the subject and in your covering letter. You are encouraged to write about your Christian identity.

Organization: International Medical Corps
Country: Guinea
Closing date: 23 Feb 2015

Essential Job Duties/Scope of Work:

International Medical Corps is a global, humanitarian, nonprofit organization dedicated to saving lives and relieving suffering through health care training and relief and development programs. Established in 1984 by volunteer doctors and nurses, International Medical Corps is a private, voluntary, nonpolitical, nonsectarian organization. Its mission is to improve the quality of life through health interventions and related activities that build local capacity in underserved communities worldwide. By offering training and health care to local populations and medical assistance to people at highest risk, and with the flexibility for rapid response to emergencies. International Medical Corps rehabilitates devastated health care systems and helps bring them back to self-reliance.

PROGRAM BACKGROUND:

This is the largest Ebola outbreak in history and the first in West Africa. As the outbreak in West Africa is worsening, WHO, CDC, INGOs and other local and international organizations are working to ramp up the response. International Medical Corps have established Ebola Treatment Units (ETU) in Liberia and Sierra Leone and in the process of starting ETUs in Guinea and support the response in Mali.

The impact of the Ebola epidemic on the social, economic and structural fabric in Guinea and Mali is already palpable. Ebola-related fears have slowed the internal movement of agricultural commodities between the forest zone, a surplus rice producing area, and the rest of Guinea. With regards to trade with neighboring countries, flows have been reduced due to the official closure of many cross-border points, trader fears, and increased control measures along borders that are currently open (Guinea-Bissau, Cote d’Ivoire, Mali, and Sierra Leone). The impact on the nutritional situation is not very clear yet but there are fears of an increase in rates of malnutrition due to food price increases and commercial restrictions.

International Medical Corps propose to have a Nutrition coordinator on the ground in Guinea and Mali who can assist Ebola Treatment Units in meeting the nutritional needs of Ebola patients; assess NFS needs and gaps in response to nutrition needs; formulate appropriate immediate and long term solutions; develop technically sound and need- based programs; and represent IInternational Medical Corps at the relevant Nutrition and Food Security meetings with governments, UN agencies and NGO meetings.

JOB SUMMARY:

1. Nutrition Support to Ebola Treatment Units

• Assess ETU patient’s nutritional status (use of available data and medical records) and recommend appropriate nutritional interventions for patients

• Work with ETU staff (medical, logistics, food service) and the patients families to ensure that patients receive adequate quantity and quality of food to support their recovery

• Upon discharge, assess nutritional status of Ebola recovered patients (anthropometry) refer acutely malnourished children and pregnant and lactating women to nutrition treatment programs.

• Upon discharge, provide recovered patients with nutrition support and products according to developed and agreed upon country and international guidelines.

• Liaise with UN agencies and NGOs to ensure that discharged patients are included in food distribution, food security, and/or livelihoods programs

• As needed, teach the nutrition components of the International Medical Corps Ebola training program

1. Support Emergency and Post Ebola Long-Term Programing in Nutrition

• Conduct initial nutrition sector-specific assessments to assess the immediate lifesaving interventions needed (such as IYCF-E, CMAM, etc) in addition to the prevention activities (ENA, micronutrient deficiencies, SBCC, etc) and make technical recommendations for appropriate activities, both for initial disaster response phase and the longer-term recovery phase.

• At the field level, assess the nutrition situation as it relates to food security, WASH, and Health. Be able to assess health sector’s ability to respond to the nutritional needs of acutely malnourished children and other vulnerable populations (older populations, People recovering from Ebola, women or child headed households) and make recommendations to the International Medical Corps country ERT on how to best respond to these needs programmatically.

• Develop short, medium and long term nutrition program strategy for the Ebola disaster response

• Lead the development of, or provide technical review for, emergency response proposals to be submitted by International Medical Corps to ensure that proposed activities and programs align with best practice in the Nutrition sector.

1. Representation and Coordination

• Actively represent International Medical Corps in nutrition sector technical discussions, and coordination meetings including cluster coordination, and contribute to nutrition guideline development;

• Serve as an International Medical Corps nutrition sector resource person, and display technical and organizational leadership in sectoral activity commensurate with the role as a primary resource person for nutrition in International Medical Corps program

• Coordinate International Medical Corps’ nutrition response and recovery activities across a wide range of actors within International Medical Corps, donors, host governments, UN and NGO partners to ensure consistency of programming.

Qualifications:

QUALIFICATIONS:

• BS with 6-8 years of international field experience or Master’s degree with 4-6 years of field experience in nutrition, public health nutrition or related field, including international experience in emergency response and recovery following disasters

• Previous experience in West Africa a plus

EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENT

• Current knowledge of regional nutrition, health, and food security issues

• Experience in multisectoral assessment and program design, implementation and monitoring

• Skills in technical proposal writing, designing and implementing food security and livelihood programs.

• Must have excellent French and English written and oral communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with other departments within International Medical Corps, donors, non-governmental organizations, and the private sector.

• Ability to exhibit tact, diplomacy, and resourcefulness in dealing with high level officials from donor agencies, international organizations, and other foreign and domestic government officials and partners.

• Ability to strictly follow rules and regulations especially for security and infection control

• Flexibility, initiative, discretion, ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

• French Knowledge is required.

How to apply:

How to apply:

To officially begin the application process, qualified candidates please go to our career page http://careers.internationalmedicalcorps.org/careers.aspx , noting where you noticed the position you are applying for and complete the online employment application form.

Organization: International Medical Corps
Country: Guinea
Closing date: 23 Feb 2015

Essential Job Duties/Scope of Work:

International Medical Corps is a global, humanitarian, nonprofit organization dedicated to saving lives and relieving suffering through health care training and relief and development programs. Established in 1984 by volunteer doctors and nurses, International Medical Corps is a private, voluntary, nonpolitical, nonsectarian organization. Its mission is to improve the quality of life through health interventions and related activities that build local capacity in underserved communities worldwide. By offering training and health care to local populations and medical assistance to people at highest risk, and with the flexibility for rapid response to emergencies.

International Medical Corps rehabilitates devastated health care systems and helps bring them back to self-reliance. In early August, 2014 International Medical Corps deployed an emergency response team (ERT) after the Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) outbreak. Based upon assessment findings, the ERT identified Ebola case management services as the most critical and priority need. International Medical Corps set up an Ebola Treatment Unit (ETU) in Liberia and Sierra Leone and plans to establish one in Guinea. International Medical Corps is initially providing direct clinical care for Ebola-infected patients, infection control and prevention and ambulance transport services for suspect and confirmed cases to ETUs. These services may be expanded in the future to include health education, surveillance, support to primary health care services, and contract tracing support.

The ETU Medical Coordinator is responsible for managing the ETU, and overseeing all medical related activities in the centre. S/he must follow up on activities and procedures in the wards, including admission and discharge of patients, the evolution of the patients, staff issues, and any problems that may arise. S/he is also responsible for supervising the doctors and clinical officers. In collaboration and liaison with other senior International Medical Corps staff (WASH Coordinator, Site Engineer, Logistics Manager, and HR Manager) in the centre s/he is responsible to ensure that the infection prevention and control (IPC) measures and protocols including the correct use of personal protective equipment are respected and adhered to. S/he is responsible for the induction and training of (medical) staff on the infections prevention and control protocols and procedures.

Responsibilities:

Technical Support

The ETU MedCo should be aware of the risks involved in working in the ETU. S/he should establish IPC procedures and protocols and ensure all (medical) are trained on them. .

• Supervise and monitor adherence to IPC protocols and correct use of PPE . Manage and provide support to all medical activities in the treatment center.

• Establish, manage and ensure proper patients records and data collection system is in place

• Visits the treatment wards or communicates with the Doctor on Duty at least twice a day.

• Give daily updates of the situation in the centre to the International Medical Corps Country Medical Director (CMD)

Training / Capacity Building

• Train staff on IPC and the correct use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

• Train doctors, clinical officers and nurses on the treatment protocols for ebola patients

• Liaise with other senior International Medical Corps staff members (WASH Coordinator, Site Engineer, Logistics Manager, HR Manager) in the centre to train non-medical staff on IPC and PPE procedures and protocols.

Human Resource Management

• Organizes and chairs a weekly meeting with the medical and non-medical staff working in the treatment unit to take stock of how things are going and implement corrective measures accordingly.

• Responsible for forwarding relevant problems and issues arising from the weekly meeting to the International Medical Corps Country Medical Director.

• Prepares duty roster for doctors and clinical officers in liaison with the Head Nurse.

• Monitors the wellbeing of staff and immediately report any issues to the International Medical Corps Country Medical Director Coordination

• Coordinate with other senior International Medical Corps staff members (WASH Coordinator, Site Engineer, Logistics Manager, HR Manager) in the centre to ensure the smooth running of the treatment centre

• Work with other senior colleagues to establish corrective measures when / if problems arise.

Qualifications:

Skills & Requirements:

• Minimum medical degree; preferably with a Master’s in Public Health.

• Minimum of 3 years of experience required, of which 1-2 years should be of developing country experience or resource-limited environment. Post-graduate qualification in infectious / tropical diseases is a plus

• Experience in overseas programs relating to primary health care, maternal and child health, reproductive health, HIV/AIDS, and communicable diseases.

• Previous NGO experience.

• Will have excellent communications skills, both oral and written in English.

• Will have excellent self-motivation skills.

• Ability to exercise sound judgment and make decisions independently in difficult environment.

• Extremely flexible, willing to take on other duties / tasks and have the ability to cope with stressful situations and frustrations.

• Ability to relate to and motivate local staff effectively.

• French speaking skills are required.

How to apply:

How to apply:

To officially begin the application process, qualified candidates please go to our career page http://careers.internationalmedicalcorps.org/careers.aspx , noting where you noticed the position you are applying for and complete the online employment application form.

Organization: International Medical Corps
Country: Guinea
Closing date: 23 Feb 2015

Essential Job Duties/Scope of Work:

International Medical Corps is a global, humanitarian, nonprofit organization dedicated to saving lives and relieving suffering through health care training and relief and development programs. Established in 1984 by volunteer doctors and nurses, International Medical Corps is a private, voluntary, nonpolitical, nonsectarian organization. Its mission is to improve the quality of life through health interventions and related activities that build local capacity in underserved communities worldwide. By offering training and health care to local populations and medical assistance to people at highest risk, and with the flexibility to respond rapidly to emergency situations, International Medical Corps rehabilitates devastated health care systems and helps bring them back to self-reliance.

International Medical Corps is responding to the humanitarian crisis in West Africa.

International Medical Corps is seeking a Training Coordinator who has a strong background in management of design and delivery of training initiatives to work in Guinea to assist with the day to day operations of the training center.

SCOPE OF WORK:

Under the direction of the Training Director, the Training Coordinator will assume the following roles and responsibilities:

• Coordinate application process for trainees coming to the training center

• Manage daily assignments of students and matching with pre-ceptors for the “hot zone” training component

• Develop and train staff on checklists for monitoring student performance;

• Develop and manage database for students;

• Organize all data regarding performance of trainees and recommendations provided by International Medical Corps trainers;

• Track students graduating from program to determine percentage of participants who work in the Ebola response post training;

• Support the development of concepts and proposals for Ebola training initiatives;

• Represent IMC in relevant working groups and task forces and share information regarding the training center;

• Process requests for mobile support team (MST) support to agencies setting up an ETU;

• Participate as requested in relevant meetings related to training initiatives by response organizations such as MSF, Save, IFRC, CDC, and USAID OFDA /USAID Global Health.

• Conduct after action reviews for the training programs and facilitate the process at field sites.

• Travel to training program sites to lead after action reviews and documentation;

• Write final training reports based on the after action review and ensure a lessons learned event for each training program in country.

Qualifications:

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Graduate of Public health/international health or related degree

• At least 5 years of public health field experience in developing countries;

• At least 3 years’ experience in design and delivery of training programs in the field;

• Focus is primarily on West Africa and willingness to travel in the region is essential;

• Excellent communication skills both written and oral;

• Excellent team player

• French speaking skills are required.

How to apply:

How to apply:

To officially begin the application process, qualified candidates please go to our career page http://careers.internationalmedicalcorps.org/careers.aspx , noting where you noticed the position you are applying for and complete the online employment application form.

Organization: International Medical Corps
Country: Guinea
Closing date: 23 Feb 2015

Essential Job Duties/Scope of Work:

International Medical Corps is a global, humanitarian, nonprofit organization dedicated to saving lives and relieving suffering through health care training and relief and development programs. Established in 1984 by volunteer doctors and nurses, International Medical Corps is a private, voluntary, nonpolitical, nonsectarian organization. Its mission is to improve the quality of life through health interventions and related activities that build local capacity in underserved communities worldwide. By offering training and health care to local populations and medical assistance to people at highest risk, and with the flexibility to respond rapidly to emergency situations, International Medical Corps rehabilitates devastated health care systems and helps bring them back to self-reliance.

International Medical Corps is responding to the humanitarian crisis in West Africa.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Logistics Coordinator is the senior logistics appointment in the Mission and is responsible for, and accountable for, the delivery of all logistics and supply chain related activities in accordance with International Medical Corps logistics policies and procedures. Fundamental to this role is the ability to manage and motivate your logistics team and engage with other mission or response staff, external contractors and organizations therefore you are required to have the skills to communicate clearly verbally and in writing, plan for and deliver quality presentations and training, and produce timely written reports.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Logistics Operations

• Provide the technical oversight, input and supervision to coordinate the staff support to, delivery of, and implementation of, all logistics support systems according to IMC Logistics policies and procedures. • Provide planning support and advice to those making a procurement request, then process and manage the procurement process (either locally or internationally) in accordance with IMC policies and procedures, in a transparent, accountable, efficient and cost effective manner. • Ensure that local market surveys are regularly carried out, to ensure a full knowledge of the availability and price of local items. Ensure that all procurements are tracked and recorded to identify items that should be part of a pre-approved tender process, and ensure that open and free competition for procurements is adhered too. • Actively engage with freight forwarding agencies, freight handling/clearance agents, and local Customs, to ensure that cargo is managed at all points of the supply chain, and that all tracking and reporting deadlines are met. • Proactively coordinate and direct the management and tracking of all medical supplies, equipment, materiel and food in transit, through its receipt, storage, and onward distribution to include the locating and negotiating contracting for storage/warehousing that is secure, well-maintained, and meets health and safe working practice requirements. • Capture pipeline information, and coordinate the management of the supply chain ensuring that Program staff are well-informed and well-prepared for incoming goods and materiel. Ensure timely reporting on stock status, to help Program staff with planning of stock replenishment and that tracking through to end-user has occurred. And/or advise and support Program staff to verify that distribution has occurred according to the intentions and plans of the donors, IMC, and project partners • Supervise and coordinate all matters logistics relating to transport and fuel management, to ensure that vehicles are insured, asset managed correctly, being driven safely, maintained appropriately, damages are reported, and ensure that vehicles internal equipment (tools, comms etc) are complete and serviceable; and that usage of fuel is correctly supervised, and logged and recorded. Liaise with security personnel on security-related transport issues, such as booking in/out, satcomms, radios etc. • Supervise and coordinate all matters logistics regarding satellite communications and radio communications to ensure that equipments are insured, asset managed diligently, operated in the most cost efficient manner, and maintained appropriately. • Capture, plan and regularly update preparedness reporting for the logistic systems in place at your mission to include a current Logistic Concept of Operations. Plan to ensure that logistic systems are robust and flexible enough to cope if a crisis occurs by making thorough assessments of airports, transport available, warehousing, access routes, fuel availability, field comms issues, staffing challenges, training required etc. Raising issues though senior management as required. • Maintain accurate filing systems, with documented and supported records of action for audit purposes, and submit weekly and monthly logistics reports to the in-country management team, and Global logistics pursuant with IMC policies and procedures. • Be flexible and manage your time accordingly, to be prepared to tackle other tasks commensurate with your role, and level of experience, at short notice.

1. Compliance

• Ensure compliance with IMC policies and procedures, donor regulations and local laws. • Ensure that the procurement and disposal of commodities, especially those subject to US Export Compliance regulations, are in line with applicable licenses and are properly documented. • Ensure that vendor eligibility screening is carried out in a timely fashion, updated regularly, and, recorded appropriately.

1. Human Resources

• Manage all staff within your department with integrity and foresight, and in accordance with HR procedures and policies to ensure that they maintain the highest standards of accountability and professionalism. • Make frequent site visits to where staff supervised by you are working, to ensure that the appropriate care and support is being offered. Ensure that staff supervised by you are evaluated regularly, trained and/or mentored in a structured accountable manner, and written records of such are retained. • Oversee the recruitment, selection and performance of logistics staff, as required.

1. Training/ Capacity Building

• Advocate and plan for professional development for expat and national staff • Determine training needs for staff supervised by you. • Coordinate the delivery of training for national staff to increase their responsibilities in order to build capacity, and ensure sustainability of programs

1. Working Relationships

• Proactively engage with the Country Director and key staff (Program, Finance, Medical) on all matters logistic to ensure that programmatic and project planning incorporates sufficient funding for logistical staff and logistical support mechanisms. • Proactively engage on a regular basis with regional IMC logistics teams, and logistics coordinators from other organizations to ensure appropriate links for interagency logistics coordination. • Proactively engage with donors, local government, project partners, UN agencies and other non-governmental organizations in order to plan, organize, and schedule distribution of goods and materiel as, well as to ensure adequate information sharing, address common concerns/problems and seek solutions.

1. Representation

• Represent IMC in a positive and professional manner contributing to the creation of a positive image and overall credibility of the organization, notably through the application of IMC’s mandate, ethics, values and stand-point with regard to other actors

1. Security

• Ensure the application of, and compliance with, security protocols and policies of you and your supervised staff.

1. Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse

• Actively promote PSEA (Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse) standards within International Medical Corps and amongst beneficiaries served by International Medical Corps.

Qualifications:

SKILLS AND REQUIREMENTS:

• Evidence of practical experience in logistics management within the field of supply chain management (procurement, tendering, contracting, clearance, transport, warehousing, etc.) fleet management and asset management, distribution support.

• Proven record of experience of the management of logistics at a coordination level.

• Evidence of 5 to 6 field deployments; 3 to 4 humanitarian emergency deployments and 4 to 5 international deployments; minimum 6 weeks in length.

• Experience with donor specific procedures.

• It is desirable that experience is supported by study by academic study, such as completion of the Certification in Humanitarian Logistics.

• Prior experience of logistics software solutions (desired).

• Experience of the management of budgets and the ability to prepare timely, complete and accurate reports.

• Evidence of the ability to plan for, and conduct training in all areas of logistics for national and international staff (suitable to staff knowledge level).

• The commitment and demonstrated skills to build national staff capacity in the areas of logistics management, supervision and monitoring

• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills with analytic approach

• Strong interpersonal, management and leadership skills

• Ability to work in participatory manner with staff to assess needs, implement and monitor activities

• Ability to integrate and work well within multiethnic and multicultural teams

• Ability to work in harsh conditions, often in remote areas

• Strong negotiation, interpersonal and organization skills

• Valid driving license

• Proficiency with MS Word and Excel (minimum requirement).

Language Skills:

• Ability to read, write, analyze and interpret, technical and non-technical in the English language

• Ability to effectively present information and respond appropriately to questions.

• Ability to speak French is required

How to apply:

How to apply:

To officially begin the application process, qualified candidates please go to our career page http://careers.internationalmedicalcorps.org/careers.aspx , noting where you noticed the position you are applying for and complete the online employment application form.

Organization: Heshima Kenya
Country: Kenya
Closing date: 18 Jan 2015

Position Overview:

Heshima Kenya is a nonprofit organization based in Nairobi, Kenya dedicated to identifying, protecting and empowering refugee children and unaccompanied and separated refugee children, especially adolescent girls, through our specialized shelter, education and advocacy programs. The Best Interest Determination Coordinator will carry out program goals and objectives associated with all Child Protection activities. The Officer will be responsible for the Best Interest Assessment and Determination process for all identified children and will report to the Child Protection Manager.

Responsibilities:

• Overall management of the Best Interest Assessment and Best Interest Determination process of all identified children and finding durable solutions.
• Work closely with the Child Protection Manager to ensure effective management of the assessment and documentation process of the Refugee Children.
• Support conducting and follow ups of BIA/ BID interviews for case management.
• Support the preparation of BID reports, review and presentation of reports to the UNHCR and other BID panel partners.
• Submit BID cases with findings and recommendations bi- weekly and on a monthly basis to the Child Protection Manager.
• Prepare Field Site progress reports and follow up reports.
• Support and foster inter-partnership coordination on child protection.
• Coordinate closely with other partners and the District Children’s Officer, ensuring compliance with the Children’s Act of Kenya, and other legal and institutional frameworks, and promote the sustainability of initiatives undertaken.
• Represent Heshima Kenya at external meetings as may be requested by the Child Protection.
• Be a strong advocate for children’s best interest in all care arrangements and wider discussions affecting children’s welfare.
• Coach, mentor, and support opportunities for continual staff development in the program.
• Support Organizational compliance of the Child Protection Policy.

Qualifications and Experience

• Degree in Social work, Diploma in Community Development or Counseling.
• Previous practical experience in the BID process; minimum of 3 years relevant work experience in Child Protection Programs.
• Demonstrate experience in Child rights & protection issues in the Kenyan context including knowledge of international and national legislation and policies.
• Solid knowledge of UNHCR BID Guidelines and Field Handbook for the Implementation of UNHCR BID Guidelines.
• Solid knowledge of Alternative Care in Emergencies toolkit and the Kenya’s National Guidelines on Alternative Care.
• Experience in designing and conducting trainings for a variety of actors.
• Strong self-starter with demonstrable ability to adapt to changing program priorities and emergency priorities that may arise.
• Excellent analytical and report writing skills.
• Ability to work successfully within deadline requirements.
• Fluent in written and spoken English; Somali language skills a major advantage.
• Positive attitude towards community work with emphasis on the ability to learn from communities and support participatory, innovative approaches to problem solving.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to be respectful, kind, sensitive and empathetic with all children;
• Willingness and capacity to be flexible and accommodating when faced with challenges.
• Commitment to upholding Heshima Kenya’s Child Protection Policy, other Partners and Kenyan Government Policies.

How to apply:

Send your application letter and a detailed CV with daytime telephone contact by email to:

The Country Director, Heshima Kenya. P.O Box 63192-00619. Nairobi/ Email: info@heshimakenya.org

Deadline for applications is 18^th January 2015

Organization: War Child UK
Country: Central African Republic
Closing date: 19 Jan 2015

See www.warchild.org.uk for a full description.

War Child UK is recruiting a Programme Coordinator, with Child Protection experience, who will coordinate projects funded by multiple donors in Bangui.

This is a senior position and will provide critical support to the Country Director (CD) in new programme development and extending War Child’s work in Bangui and potentially other parts of CAR. The Programme Coordinator will be line managed by the CAR Country Director (CD), also based in Bangui.

The CD will provide direction on all issues related to programming, reporting, and monitoring and evaluation support.

Key responsibilities

· Project Coordination:Lead the coordination of ongoing projects to ensure they are implemented in a timely manner and within budget

· Capacity Building/Organisational Strengthening:Identify needs and build capacity of partner organisations in key programme areas

· Gather information for future programmes

· Monitoring and Evaluation:Maintain M&E system in line with donor and organisational requirements

· Compliance: Ensure adherence to donor and organisational requirements, including child protection policy, by War Child and partner staff.

Contractual Terms

· Preferred start date February 2015

· Salary £27,720-£31,990

· Working hours Full time, 37.5 hours per week

· Leave 30 days pa (1 extra day for every year completed, up to 33 days)

· Pension Matching contribution to your private pension up to 5% of gross salary

· Benefits As applicable as per War Child Benefits Policy

· Probation3 months

· Contract 1 year fixed term contract

How to apply:

• Download the Application Pack and full job description and complete the Application Form at www.warchild.org.uk, and send it to recruitment@warchild.org.uk.
• Please note that individual CVs will not be accepted
• All completed application forms must reach War Child by 5:00 PM GMT on 19 January 2015
• Due to limited resources War Child HR will contact only the shortlisted candidates
• Any offer made will be conditional on receipt of 3 favourable written references. (From your most recent employer, any other previous employer and a character reference.) In case clarification is required after the receipt of complete reference forms, War Child reserves the right to call the referees.
• The successful applicant will be expected to undergo a DBS check (police check), a medical check for overseas travel purposes, be compliant and sign up to War Child’s Child Protection Policy prior to a final offer being made.
• Start date: February 2015

Organization: International Center for AIDS Care and Treatment Programs
Country: Zambia
Closing date: 31 Jan 2015

POSITION SUMMARY:

In partnership with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), ICAP will conduct Population-based HIV Impact Assessments (PHIAs) in specific PEPFAR-supported countries. Each PHIA will define the status of the national HIV epidemic, guide global and local allocation of funding and resources based on evidence, and integrate capacity building of country stakeholders in the design, conduct, analysis, and use of PHIAs.

Reporting to the Zambia PHIA Project Director, the Project Coordinator, Zambia PHIA Project will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of a national population-level HIV impact assessment (PHIA) in Zambia. The Coordinator will be responsible for coordinating all of the PHIA’s day-to-day activities in country, coordinate local institutional review board reviews and approvals, coordinate and support the field team, oversee the activities of sub-contractors, and support the overall implementation of the PHIA. The incumbent will support the training of staff on the study protocol, procedures, policies, relevant regulations and also ensure that the study protocol, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and other relevant policies and regulations are being followed. The Project Coordinator will report study site progress and maintain study regulatory files.

The Project Coordinator will provide oversight and management of specific in-country PHIA staff, to be determined, and will assist with the oversight of in-country sub-contracted survey and lab organizations.

More details on ICAP’s PHIA Project may be found at:

http://icap.columbia.edu/news-events/detail/icap-to-lead-large-population-based-hiv-surveys-in-20-african-countries

This position is grant funded.

MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Support all aspects of the PHIA project, including protocol development and implementation, institutional review board submissions and maintenance of regulatory files.
• Assist with recruiting, training and supervision of other ICAP PHIA project staff, as needed.
• Understand and adhere to the protocol, SOPs, and other appropriate regulations, procedures and policies; assist in drafting and revising SOPs and training manuals, as needed.
• Ensure that PHIA staff maintain confidentiality of study participants and adhere to principles of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and ethics of human subjects research.
• Conduct frequent field visits to ensure timely recruitment of participants and collection of high quality data.
• Liaise with, support and coordinate outside contractors to ensure timely completion of contracted scopes of work while adhering to GCP and protection of human subjects research.
• Liaise with representatives from the Ministries of Health (MoH) and CDC to discuss progress of the project and to address any challenges or issues that arise during conduct of the project.
• Support communication needs of local and international investigators through organizing meetings, conference calls, and regular interactions.
• Prepare progress and other reports and study documents, as assigned.
• Participate in the preparation of scientific analyses, abstracts and publications.
• Assist with capacity building workshops.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

• Periodic domestic travel throughout Zambia to support the planning and implementation of the PHIA Project.

EDUCATION:

• Requires a MPH or equivalent professional degree.

EXPERIENCE, SKILLS & MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum three (3) years of research experience as a Project Coordinator.
• Experience supervising project teams.
• Demonstrated experience working in low-resource settings.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.

EXPERIENCE, SKILLS & PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in Bemba and/or Nyanja languages.

How to apply:

NOTE: This is a local hire position (i.e., candidates must be eligible to work in Zambia) and the successful candidate will be an employee of ICAP in Zambia and subject to the local terms and conditions of employment which includes a competitive salary and benefits package.

Please send an application letter and CV by email with a subject title “PHIA Project – Project Coordinator” to icap-jobs-zambia@columbia.edu.

Please do not attach any certificates when submitting on line. Only short listed applicants will be contacted.

Organization: Médecins du Monde
Country: Kenya
Closing date: 31 Mar 2015

For more than 30 years, Médecins du Monde, a campaigning medical organisation committed to international solidarity, has been caring for the most vulnerable populations at home and abroad. It has continued to highlight obstacles that exist in accessing health care and has secured sustainable improvements in health-for-all policies. Those working for this independent organisation do not solely dispense care and treatment but condemn violations of human dignity and rights and fight to improve matters for populations living in precarious situations.

MdM currently works in 46 countries across all continents where it focuses on 4 priority areas: caring for the health of migrants and displaced persons, promoting sexual and reproductive health, combating HIV and reducing the harm and risks associated with drug use, crises and conflicts.

The program focuses on the prevention and treatment of HIV/AIDS and hepatitis through the implementation of a broader multidisciplinary framework of intervention than the UN core package, while advocating for a long term and sustainable harm reduction approach for Kenya.

In 2015 the program will focus on:

• Run our current Drop In Centre (DIC) & outreach services offering prevention and access to HIV, HBV, HCV and STI testing/care, treatment or referral system
• Progressively relocate our outreach activity and later the DIC to Mathare (one of the biggest slums of Nairobi) with a strong focus on implantation strategy (community and authorities acceptance in a particularly sensitive environment notably in terms of safety and security)
• Capacity building of local, national and regional stakeholders, in particular in terms of Hepatitis B and C screening, Hep B vaccination and “liver health” follow up for patients HCV positive.
• Empowerment of self-help support groups and networks

Advocacy campaigns/workshops for the promotion of an adapted and holistic approach to HR services

TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Your main responsabilities will be to :

1) Management, monitoring and reporting

• Monitor and evaluate the overall program implementation, including data management and analysis
• Supervise the program activities: outreach work and DIC interventions/activities;
• Insure the quality of all services delivered within the program
• Reinforce the acceptance of MdM program amongst community, district, local and national authorities
• Develop an advocacy strategy for MdM HR program in Kenya
• Ensure and supervise any research work/assessment in the field
• Supervises / animate internal and external trainings on Harm Reduction issues and other regular training sessions on agreed topics towards partners (NGOs, MoH, Police…)
• Supervise all necessary internal and external reporting for the Kenyan program

2) Team coordination and security

• Under the direct management of the General Coordinator, manage the Harm Reduction team and collaborate with the rest of the coordination team as well as the Nairobi office team
• Collaborate with HQ technical referent for HR on a regular basis to determine and adapt the program’s strategy

3) Security

• Supervise the HR Program by daily security follow-up, attendance of security briefings, analysis of security risks, reporting and monitoring incidents etc…
• Analyse how the situation develops, liaise with other organizations on security and, with the General coordinator, determine any changes to the security plan and security related to the program
• Be responsible for the application, compliance and regular updating of the program security plan towards the local team and visitors

4) Management of human resources

• Apply in close cooperation with the Administrative Coordinator MDM’s Human Resources policies in line with the Kenyan Labour law
• Develop the team’s skills by working on training needs
• Recruit, brief, supervise and perform evaluations of national staff when needed/requested

5) Overall management of finance accountancy and logistics of Kenya HR Program

• Ensures financial, logistic and administrative supervision of the HR project in close collaboration with the Administrative Coordinator, the logisitic officer and the Nairobi office team
• Define MdM annual budget of HR program with the Administrative Coordinator and under the supervision of the General Coordinator

6) Representation

• In close coordination with the General Coordinator you represent MDM-F to Kenyan authKenyan authorities when required
• You ensure representation functions towards partners and local/national authorities and maintain regular contact with local partners and international HR stakeholders

7) Donor and fundraising (in coordination/collaboration with the General Coordinator)

• Assess potential donors and initiate and follow up on fundraising process and take lead in Harm Reduction program proposal writing and budget preparation of the program

8) Legal management

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Starting: ASAP
• Duration: 12 months
• Contract : EMPLOYEE (French contract)
• Fixed term contract

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE NEEDED:

Education

• Master Degree in Humanitarian / Development / Social or political sciences, or Public Health

Professional experience

• Experience of project management is compulsory
• Experience of team management is essential
• Experience in negotiations and relations with local partners and authorities in a difficult legal, administrative and political context is essential
• Experience in the field of Harm Reduction or HIV is strongly recommended
• Experience in the delivery of training/educational programs to health staff or other professionals is an asset
• Experience in community based programming and on capacity building of local organizations is an asset
• Experience in developing an advocacy strategy is an asset

Required Skills

• Excellent knowledge and practice of Cycle project management
• Strong ability to implement and follow up on Monitoring and Evaluation
• Ability to develop the collaboration with national and local stakeholders
• Good management and communication qualities
• Skills in designing and writing proposals and reports
• Capacity to design and animate adults training and sensitization is an added value
• Capacity to work in a difficult security environment

Aptitude

• Ability to work on own initiative; self-motivated and able to motivate others
• Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment
• Good diplomatic skills
• Ability to effectively communicate with other professionals and organisations
• Ability to prioritise self and team workload

Language and computer skills

• English: fluent (verbal and written)

• Excellent knowledge of Windows environment (Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point…)

You will be committed to MdM’s values as an organisation and be motivated by its non-statutory, Not-For-Profit model

MdM stands up for the integration of people living with disabilities and fights against discrimination.

How to apply:

To apply this position, please send a resume and a cover letter via this link.

To have a look at all our vacancies.

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Organization: Plan
Country: Liberia
Closing date: 05 Jan 2015

Working in 50 developing countries across Africa, Asia and the Americas, Plan’s stated Global Strategic Goal (2011-15) is to reach as many children as possible, particularly those who are excluded or marginalised, with high-quality programmes that deliver long-lasting benefits. Plan aims to achieve this goal by working in partnership with others and through high performing teams whose behaviours reflect the corporate values. It has a global income of around $800m.

We are currently recruiting for an Emergency Response Field Coordinator (ERFC) to support the field managers to lead and manage the emergency response and associated programs in Bomi, Monstserrado and Nimba in Liberia. The ERFC will serve as the interface between the local team and the Emergency Response Manager and will be responsible for the quality and effectiveness of Plan’s emergency response within the geographical area. You will be responsible for establishing new programme office operations as well as coordinating and managing all emergency activities in the area. Providing support in all areas of emergency programming you will strengthen the teams capacity preparing and responding to emergencies and ensure that emergency programming is strategically integrated in the overall CO programme approach, this will include social mobilisation, child protection, WASH, Community based response on Ebola and early recovery to communities affected by Ebola.

Please click on the following link for a full job description: https://www.dropbox.com/s/hrlu14qymorwxes/Emergency%20Response%20Field%20Coordinator%20Liberia.docx?dl=0

A strong leader, with the ability to make effective decisions quickly, you will be an experienced humanitarian professional with a demonstrable track record within emergency responses. You will have extensive knowledge of the sector, applicable standards and securing and managing grants in emergency settings. You will have a demonstrated ability to build effective relationships with major donors, NGO's, UN agencies and local groups and excellent communication skills.

Type of role:Three months unaccompanied contract

Location: Liberia - Bomi, Monstserrado and Nimba

Reports to: Emergency Response Manager

Closing date: Monday 5th January

How to apply:

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Organization: Danish Red Cross
Country: South Sudan
Closing date: 21 Dec 2014

The Danish Red Cross is seeking an experienced disaster management delegate for the position as DRC Country Coordinator for South Sudan. The Country Coordinator forms part of the East Africa/Horn of Africa team and is overall responsible for developing and implementing DRC’s strategic plan for South Sudan and for the successful management of DRCs programme portfolio as well as the partnership with South Sudan.

The Danish Red Cross supports a number of Red Cross National Societies in the East Africa/Horn of Africa region. The support focuses on emergency support, psycho social support, disaster risk reduction, health, volunteer management and organizational development. We emphasize strengthening of partner organisations, both within organisational development and operational capacity building. We see integrity, transparency, autonomy and sustainable volunteer structures as conditions for building sustainable operational capacity.

DRC has cooperated with the South Sudan Red Cross (SSRC) since 2005 and is currently expanding its operations in response to the escalating emergency needs. With support from the Danish Government, DRC assists the SSRC to respond to the many humanitarian needs in the country spurred by the conflict situation.

The current programme portfolio includes a disaster management capacity building programme to strengthen the capacity of SSRC to respond to the humanitarian needs in the country, a life-saving disaster response intervention, as well as a psychosocial programme for people affected by the conflict. There is currently one other DRC programme delegate in the country.

Responsibilities
As Country Coordinator, you will ensure that Danish Red Cross’ obligations in South Sudan concerning emergency response programmes and capacity building measures are adhered to and donor reporting (narrative and financial) are properly carried out. In addition, you will ensure that relevant Red Cross and donor guidelines and policies are adhered to. In coordination with SSRC, you will liaise with relevant agencies and donors as well as participate in coordination and information sharing within the Red Cross Movement. Furthermore, you will ensure that programme funds are used and accounted for in accordance with approved activity plans, budgets and provisions.

Expanding the portfolio will also constitute a substantial part of your responsibility. While the DRC Head of Region is overall responsible for all DRC staff in East Africa region, you will be the technical line manager for one other international delegate based in the country. In your capacity as disaster management delegate, you will provide technical assistance, managerial and professional support to your counterparts in SSRC with respect to the preparation, implementation, supervision, monitoring and evaluation of programme activities.

Experience and qualifications
You have a minimum of 7-years of solid experience in the implementation of disaster management programmes. Experience from the East Africa region and the Red Cross Movement will be an advantage. Experience with DANIDA specific funding, hereunder implementation and reporting procedures is a strong asset.

You have a relevant educational background and we expect that you have good analytical skills and that you can handle stressful situations. You possess excellent communication, coordination as well as networking and facilitation skills. You are self-motivated and due to the emergency situation in the country, you will be ready to hit the ground running. The ability to work in a challenging and stressful and complex conflict environment is essential.

Project cycle and financial management experience as well as project proposal writing is essential and excellent English speaking and writing skills are key requirements. You must be self-supporting in computers and possess a valid international driving license.

Employment Conditions

The starting date is 15 January 2015 or soonest thereafter and the length of the contract is 12 months with the possibility of extension.

Your duty station will be Juba, South Sudan. The position is a non-family duty station. Travelling to the programme areas will take place regularly and will require at least 30% of the contract period. You will report to the DRC’ Head of Region for East Africa region based in Kampala, Uganda. The salary including all allowances and pension will be between DKK 41,500 and 42,500 pending qualifications and experience.

Further information
For more information, please contact Head of Region Jesper Gerner Jensen on tel. +256 772 760 271 or e-mail jgj@rodekors.dk
Deadline for applying is 21 December 2014. Interviews are expected to take place beginning of January in Denmark or via Skype.

Your future work place
The Red Cross is always present. We are the largest humanitarian organisation in the world and for 150 years we have helped alleviate people through loneliness, wars and disasters. All countries have signed an agreement which gives the Red Cross Red Crescent Movement a unique position and mandate to provide aid regardless of nationality, race or political views. We currently count 19 million volunteers in 189 countries. We are part of your local community no matter where you live. When disaster strikes we are there. Join us. Together we can make a world of difference.

How to apply:

Application and CV should be uploaded at Danish Red Cross web page:

http://drk.easycruit.com/intranet/international/vacancy/1307039/68800?iso=dk

Country: Guinea
Closing date: 04 Jan 2015

Save the Children is the world's leading independent organisation for children. We work in 120 countries. We save children's lives; we fight for their rights; we help them fulfil their potential.

We work together, with our partners, to inspire breakthroughs in the way the world treats children and to achieve immediate and lasting change in their lives.

In Guinea we are working hard to help those affected by the Ebola crisis. We're scaling up our community awareness, contact tracing and outreach activities, and as a result are now looking for suitably experienced candidates for the role of Education Cluster Coordinator.

We are interested in hearing from you if you have experience of working in a similar role in an emergency response, or if you have demonstrable experience of working in similarly complex countries or environments.

You'll be in country for 8 weeks at any given time with 2 weeks R&R after each rotation or at the end of your contract. You will also be offered a competitive salary package including full medical insurance, accommodation and other benefits.

We are looking for candidates who can be deployed either immediately or over the course of the coming months - we know that this will be a longer term response and as such our recruitment activity will continue. Please do include your availability on your cover letter, and don't forget to also submit your CV (both should be submitted as one document.)

Prior to deployment to the field, a period of paid training will be provided which includes relevant organisation inductions, security training and external training on Ebola risk management.

Please note: due to the critical nature of this recruitment, applications will be reviewed as they are received and successful candidates contacted on an on-going basis.

We need to keep children safe so our selection process reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse.

How to apply:

Application Email: Please apply with a covering letter and up-to-date CV to: 'kpatel.18374.3830@savethechildrenint.aplitrak.com'