CHARITY JOBS IN AFRICA

Organization: Management Sciences for Health
Country: Sierra Leone
Closing date: 20 Feb 2015

OVERVIEW:

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

Malaria is one of the number one causes of morbidity and mortality among children under 5 in Sierra Leone. The Global Fund is one of the main donors for malaria control in Sierra Leone – a majority of international health development funding in Sierra Leone is directed into HIV and AIDS programs as a priority.

The National Malaria Control Program (NMCP) is the Principal Recipient of the Global Fund malaria grant and manages implementation of the dual-track financing scheme along with the second Principal Recipient, Catholic Relief Services (CRS). Global Fund commitments and disbursements in Sierra Leone account for just over 25% of Global Fund financing, with the majority (over 66%) going towards HIV and AIDS activities. While the disbursements and commitments are on track for the CRS malaria grant, the NMCP grant has consistently had performance issues and low expenditures that have blocked continued funding to the budgeted commitment level.

The President’s Malaria Initiative will provide direct technical assistance to the NMCP through the LMG/Sierra Leone project to improve Global Fund grant implementation and generally provide technical support in the areas of leadership, management and governance to strengthen the national malaria control strategy and implementation.

OVERALL RESPONSBILITIES:

The Senior Technical Advisor, Malaria Program/Global Fund Liaison position is designed to provide technical assistance to the country, specifically to the NMCP, in meeting the grant management and implementation demands of the Global Fund malaria grant.

The incumbent will be placed at the NMCP and will provide leadership and management support to the NMCP Program Coordinator. S/he will assist the Malaria Coordinator in planning, monitoring and coordinating activities, especially the upcoming mass distribution campaign.

The incumbent will work in collaboration with the local stakeholders to ensure that up-to-date and strategic information on malaria activities are shared and disseminated among donors for prompt and appropriate decision making.

The work involves complex and interrelated processes. The political environment requires a high degree of sensitivity and diplomacy in supporting the NMCP, establishing dialogue, and developing activities to prevent and treat malaria. The incumbent will require a depth of expertise that will allow her/him to provide leadership and management in malaria-related issues and programs, including the capability to identify and systematize otherwise diffuse issues.

SPECIFIC RESPONSBILITIES:

The Senior Technical Advisor, Malaria Program/Global Fund Liaison, provides professional leadership support to the NMCP for the achievement of objectives set forth in its strategic plan. The principal task of the incumbent is to provide overall management, technical guidance and leadership to the NMCP team around implementation of the Global Fund malaria grant. The incumbent will also coordinate with and provide technical assistance to the Ministry of Health and Sanitation, if necessary, to prepare and conduct policy dialogue with the Global Fund Country Team on issues impeding smooth disbursement and implementation.

1. Assist the NMCP in taking appropriate management actions (planning, monitoring and evaluation, coordination, etc.) to meet the Global Fund grant requirements and/or conditions precedent so as to enable speedy Global Fund disbursements.
2. Assist the NMCP in the design and implementation of the national malaria monitoring and evaluation plan, as well as to ensure that other partners develop project monitoring plans and report in a timely manner on their activities to the NMCP. It is also expected that the incumbent will provide expert advice and practical experience in helping the NMCP and other in-country malaria stakeholders to monitor inputs and outcomes, progress towards goals, and how to execute the plan jointly.
3. Assist the NMCP and the Ministry of Health and Sanitation with initiating and conducting policy dialogue between the Global Fund Portfolio Manager and country team to troubleshoot as necessary to facilitate grant implementation.
4. Assist the NMCP with planning interventions to be covered by the Global Fund resources in collaboration with CRS, and conduct a thorough gaps analysis to identify contribution of all malaria partners to draw a big picture of malaria program coverage nationwide.
5. Collaborate with senior staff of the NMCP, implementing partners, and other partners, such as WHO, UNICEF, World Bank, and NGOs to identify malaria control intervention gaps in Sierra Leone, consistent with the malaria control coverage needs identified by the strategy and plans of the NMCP.
6. Work with the NMCP and other appropriate partners to ensure full accountability and value for Global Fund resources provided for NMCP functioning.
7. Assist the NMCP in developing plans to manage the Global Fund activities. This includes providing managerial support to the NMCP leadership to brainstorm and identify technical interventions to be covered by future funding from the Global Fund.

This incumbent is not expected to play any supervisory role at the NMCP. S/He will receive administrative supervision from the LMG/Sierra Leone support team.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Advanced degree (Masters, PhD, or MD) in a health-related field or management field required. Specialized experience in malaria is not required, but preferred.
2. At least ten years of experience in progressively responsible experience in designing, implementing and managing malaria and other health programs in developing countries, with a preference given to candidates with African experience.
3. Demonstrated experience managing successful teams comprised of experienced professionals.
4. Demonstrated technical leadership, program management, strategic planning, policy experience and problem solving skills working on complex projects in a highly sensitive environment are required.
5. Experience with USAID-funded public health programs preferred.
6. Previous experience with or good knowledge of Global Fund operating procedures (proposal development and submission, monitoring and evaluation and reporting)
7. Ability to work effectively with a broad range of Sierra Leone and USG personnel and partners, and have demonstrated skills in donor coordination and collaboration. Ability to work both independently and in a team environment to achieve consensus on policy, program and administrative matters is a must.
8. Ability to work effectively in a team environment and communicate information to both health and non-health audiences, and achieve consensus on policy, project, research, and administrative matters.
9. Proven ability to communicate quickly, clearly and concisely – both orally and in writing in English is essential.
10. Excellent verbal communication skills, tact and diplomacy are required to establish and develop sustainable working relationships at the highest level and a high level of trust with public/private organizations. Verbal communication skills are also used to negotiate activity plans and resolve activity implementation issues with counterparts, partners and team members. Excellent written communication skills are required to prepare regular and ad hoc reports, activity documentation and briefing papers.
11. Excellent computer skills (MS Word, Excel, Power Point, and Outlook, Access, SPSS and other statistical and other relevant software) are required for effectively operating in this position. Good computer skills are required to implement, analyze, and monitor, and manage activity goals, inputs, outcomes, and achievements.

Management Sciences for Health is an equal opportunity employer offering employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship, physical or mental handicap, or status as a disabled or Vietnam Era veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces.

How to apply:

https://jobs-msh.icims.com/jobs/7313/senior-technical-advisor-malaria-program---global-fund-liaison/job

Organization: Mines Advisory Group
Country: Somalia
Closing date: 07 Dec 2014

The total salary package for this position is £37,384 - £40,972 per annum* (circa $59,800 - $65,500 USD) including basic salary, hardship allowance, programme management allowance and cost of living allowance.

About MAG:
MAG saves lives and builds futures by working with others to reclaim land contaminated with the debris of conflict, to reduce the daily risk of death or injury for civilians, and to create safe and secure conditions for development. MAG shared the 1997 Nobel Peace Prize as a founding member of the International Campaign to Ban Landmines for our work to ban landmines. Our vision is a safe and secure future for men, women and children affected by armed violence and conflict.

About the Somalia Programme:
The MAG Somalia programme is operating in a complex political and security environment and has expanded significantly in the last year, with operations firmly established in Somaliland, Puntland and in South Central Somalia. The Somalia programme is also operating through partnerships in Jubaland. The two main areas of focus are physical security and stockpile management (PSSM) and community safety and security (CSS).

The role:
The Support Services and Liaison Manager role will provide you with the opportunity to use your excellent skills in managing and developing support services functions such as Logistics, Procurement, HR and Administration. It will also test your excellent communication skills as you will have the opportunity to liaise with key external stakeholders at a strategic level. As a member of the programme’s Senior Management Team you will also provide support in developing future opportunities for MAG in Somalia, including supporting proposal writing and budgeting.

About you:
The successful candidate will need previous experience working overseas in international aid/development with expertise managing and developing support service functions. You will need a proven track record in liaison and negotiating with a range of external stakeholders, including national authorities, local partners, donors and NGOs. You should have the ability to represent MAG at the highest levels and be able to work diplomatically in a politically sensitive and unpredictable environment. The successful candidate will support and travel between all of our bases within the Somalia Programme that are often remote with basic amenities and therefore applicants will need to be able to deal with living and working in challenging environments.

How to apply:

For the further information on the role, the application form and details of how to apply, please visit, the MAG website at www.maginternational.org/vacancies-at-MAG by the closing date of 7 December 2014.

Organization: UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs
Country: Ethiopia
Closing date: 17 Oct 2014

BACKGROUND

The creation of the African Union in 2012 has allowed it to play a larger and evolving role in resolving African problems and crises. Over the last twelve years, the AU has assumed roles and responsibilities much wider in scope and complex in nature, including leading efforts to mediate and settle crises in many countries (Sudan, Somalia, Uganda, Sierra Leone, Liberia, Côte d’Ivoire, Guinea, Central African Republic, south Sudan, DRC, Mali, etc.).

The AU has become the principal strategic entry point for the UN and other international organizations in Africa. To date, more than 47 non-African states, and regional and international organizations are accredited to the AU, including DPKA, DPA, WFP, UNAIDS, UNEP, HCR, OHCHR, ICRC, etc. many international humanitarian organizations have established their representations in Addis Ababa.

As Africa hosts the majority of the current humanitarian crises, and constitutes approximately 70% of OCHA’s global presence, the establishment of OCHA-AU liaison office buttresses cooperation with the AU that is critical in building effective mechanisms and capacity to address the prevailing humanitarian challenges. The Liaison office is therefore central in facilitating the AU interaction with the relevant OCHA Regional Offices and Headquarter Divisions and Branches at the same time working to increase the impact of OCHA collaboration with the AU within the larger United Nations African Union Cooperation Framework for the Ten Year Capacity Building Programme (TYCBP) for the African Union.

ORG .SETTING AND REPORTING

This position is located in the OCHA Liaison Office of the United Nations Office for Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) in Addis Ababa. The Humanitarian Affairs and Liaison Officer will report to the Head of Office. She/he will lead a small OCHA Unit hosted seconded to the African Union.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Within delegated authority, under the direct supervision of the Head of Office (HoO) and in coordination with the relevant OCHA HQ, Field and Regional Offices in Africa, the Humanitarian and Liaison Affairs Officer is responsible for the Humanitarian Affairs and Liaison Officer will be responsible for the following duties:

1. Provide professional support to the HoO in performing his/her liaison role with the African Union Commission (AUC) and the Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) including drawing the Head of Office's attention to issues of concern to OCHA in general and to the Liaison office in particular
2. Under the guidance of the Head of Office, work to strengthen of partnerships with AU, NGO Partners other UN agencies and Red Cross and Government partners. In this regard, incumbent will help identifying and proposing areas of collaboration with these organizations/partners
3. Assist in promoting strengthened coordination including dialogue and outreach on humanitarian issues with the above stakeholders. In this regard the incumbent, will undertake planning and organization of events or meetings with the relevant departments Sections of the AUC, ECA, UN Agencies, NGO liaison Offices and other partners, including ICRC, diplomatic missions, media, etc.
4. Facilitate planning and implementing of official missions including visits by HQ or regional missions in connection with the areas of responsibility of the Liaison Office. The incumbent will participate in missions as appropriate and ensures requisite collaboration with the AU and the ECA.
5. Draft or contribute to the preparation of various information products including written reports, documents and communications. e.g. background papers, briefings, position papers, talking points, presentations correspondence, etc.
6. Function as the primary focal point and provide secretariat support as OCHA'S contribution to the relevant coordination mechanisms of the AUC and the ECA.
7. Support the Head of the Office in the preparation of reports including- the monthly note the Emergency, Relief Coordinator and upon request and on behalf of Head of Office, maintains direct links with counterparts in relevant regional field e offices and HQ departments and section:
8. Perform any other relevant duties assigned by the HoO.

COMPETENCIES

PROFESSIONALISM: Knowledge of a range of humanitarian assistance, emergency-relief and related human rights issues, including approaches and techniques to address difficult problems. Analytical capacity and in particular the ability to analyse and articulate the humanitarian dimension of issues which require a coordinated UN response. Ability to identify issues and judgment in applying technical expertise to resolve a wide range of problems. Ability to conduct research including evaluation and integration of information from a variety of sources and determine humanitarian trends. Ability to work under extreme pressure on occasion in a highly stressful environment (e.g. civil strife. natural disasters and human misery). Ability to provide guidance to new junior Staff. Shows pride in 'Work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matters; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing g deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations; take responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.

COMMUNICATION: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately. Asks questions to clarify and exhibits in having two-way communication. Tailors language tone style and format to match audience. Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.

TEAMWORK: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals. Solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise’s willing to learn from others. Places team agenda before personal agenda support and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when decisions may not entirely reflect own position. Shares credit for team accomplishment and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.

PLANNING & ORGANIZING: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies. Identifies priority activities and assignments. Adjusts priorities as required. Allocate appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work. Foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning. Monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary. Uses time of efficiently.

CLIENT ORIENTATION: Considers all those to whom services are provided to be 'clients" and seeks to see things, from clients' point of view. Establishes' and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect. Identifies clients’ needs and matches them to appropriate solutions. Monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients' environment to keen informed and anticipate problems. Keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects. Meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client.

QUALIFICATIONS

Experience:A minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible professional experience in humanitarian affairs, Emergency preparedness, crisis/emergency relief management, preferably in a regional context or another related area is required. Sound knowledge of OCHA’s mandate and of Humanitarian coordination tools, process and services is desirable. Demonstrated experience in supporting humanitarian coordination and response in crisis situations resulting from complex political developments or natural disasters in Africa is desirable. Strong understanding, knowledge and/or experience regarding the role and mandates of the African Union including the process governing their relationship with the United Nations and other regional and sub-regional entities particularly in Africa is an advantage. Strong analytical capacity including the ability to quickly analyse and clearly articulate the humanitarian dimension of issues which require Joint/coordinated response from the UN and regional/ sub regional organizations is desirable.

Education:Advanced University degree (Master's degree or equivalent / in International Relations/Studies, Political Science or related field. A combination of relevant academic background at least a first level university decree (Bachelor’s degree or equivalent) and extensive relevant professional experience in a related area may be accepted in lieu of advanced university degree.

Languages:English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this post, fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of another official United Nations language is an advantage.

How to apply:

The position is intended to fill functions of short-term duration This temporary position is for an initial period of four (4) month with possible extension. All posts are subject to availability of funds.

Please state your full name and the temporary job opening notice number OCHA/G/132/2014 as the subject in your e-mail application and send one email application for every temporary job opening announcement. Documents should be saved as pdf file, with the title formatted as follows: FAMILY NAMEgiven name Doc-t type.pdf. For example: GREY_Joe _PHP.pdf.

All applicants are requested to submit a completed personal history profile (PHP) to Mr. Bisanukuli Huliro Alexis bisanukuli@un.org with a copy to ochavacancies@un.org .Please indicate the temporary job opening number OCHA/G/132/2014 in the Subject of your e-mail.

Note that applications to United Nations Secretariat positions can be generated in the new Inspira recruitment system. We encourage you to create an electronic personal history profile and to apply to these and other positions for which you are interested and qualified at http://inspira.un.org

Note that applicants’ eligibility cannot be fully assessed if the personal history profile is not properly completed. Applications received after the deadline will not be accepted. Potential candidates under serious consideration will be contacted by hiring manager directly. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.

The United Nations shall place no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. (Charter of the United Nations - Chapter 3, article 8). The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.

Staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General and to assignment by him or her; in this context, all staff members are expected to move periodically to new functions in their careers In accordance with established rules and procedures."The United Nations does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview, meeting, processing, training or any other fees). Also, the United Nations does not concern itself with information on bank accounts."

Organization: CTG Global
Country: Liberia
Closing date: 19 Oct 2014

TERMS OF REFERENCE

OPERATIONS & LOGISTIC LIAISON OFFICER

Background on CTG Global

CTG Global is a managed services company specializing in recruitment, management consultancy, human resources support services in disaster affected and post conflict countries around the world. We provide services to international humanitarian aid organizations, governments, and development agencies, to alleviate the administration burden enabling them to focus their management on the core business objectives. Our model is particularly well designed and proven to work in hostile and threatening environments to ensure our clients continue to have a reliable HR output. CTG Global ensures our services and consultants are selected for their suitability to operate in the environment regardless of its insecurity. We relieve our clients of any liability and mitigate any risk involved in placing personnel into regions deemed less secure.

Background on the Project

For this requirement CTG Global is required to provide Foreign Medical Teams (FMT) in support of the Ebola crisis in Liberia. Staff will be require to provide clinical management functions of Ebola Treatment Units (ETU) across Liberia.

Monrovia urgently requires at least 1,000 ETU beds (currently there are only 240 ETU beds set up in Monrovia), while Freetown and its surrounding areas require a minimum of 250 as soon as possible (currently there are 15 ETU beds in Freetown).

The level of care offered inside the ETUs, while basic (especially in the first phase), will encourage families to bring loved ones forward for isolation and care.

Job Description

Specific responsibilities will include but not be limited to organising, supervising and/or executing:

i) Coordinate with Dept of Defence sub contractors that provide all non-clinical logistics and staffing - primary link between medical team and contractors

Qualifications & Attributes

The successful candidate will be able to work results-driven and without direct supervision.

a) Experience

i) Experience in Emergency settings, managing camps, humanitarian hubs for international professionals

ii) Minimum 7 years experience

iii) Solid professional international field experience at senior level with emergency response experience working in fragile states

· Emergency response experience working in fragile states

· Health and disease outbreak background highly desired

· Previous first phase emergency response experience highly desired

iv) Professional experience in Africa, especially within projected performance locations is preferred

b) Skills & Competencies

i) Forward thinking: has a flexible approach to change, is able to work effectively in a variety of situations, seeks improvements and looks to the future

ii) Languages: Fluency in English with strong narrative and verbal communications skills is required, and good working knowledge of French is highly desirable

iii) Flexibility and adaptability to work overtime, often with short notice, to meet deadlines – overtime is likely to include late nights, early mornings, weekends and holidays

c) Other Duties/Requirements:

i) Ability to obtain a worksite location visa

ii) Holds valid Passport from home country

d) Physical Requirements:

i) Confirmed by a medical examination to be “medically and dentally fit”

ii) Full inoculations current and up to date (including but not limited to Yellow Fever, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Rabies and Typhoid Fever).

Applications

Applications should apply through our recruitment division: crisissupport@ctgglobal.com with reference to “BHJOB2678_591” in the email subject line.

Due to the expected high number of applications, we kindly request you to include the following information in your email response:

1) Salary Expectation: (per month)

2) Available Deployment Date:

3) Reason for Applying:

4) Qualifications suitable for the position:

URGENT APPOINTMENT therefore deadline for applications is 2300 (Dubai time) on 19^th October 2014.

These Terms of Reference have been designed as a guide to the position and are not likely to be the definitive responsibilities and are not designed to restricted ability to improve in any area identified has a requirement for attention. CTG as a small and growing company relies on its staff keeping an open mind, a flexible approach to work and a dedication and loyalty to its business development.

How to apply:

Applications

Applications should apply through our recruitment division: crisissupport@ctgglobal.com with reference to “BHJOB2678_591” in the email subject line.

Organization: ACDI/VOCA
Country: South Africa
Closing date: 10 Oct 2014

Since 1963 and in 146 countries, ACDI/VOCA has empowered people in developing and transitional nations to succeed in the global economy. Based in Washington, D.C., ACDI/VOCA is a nonprofit international development organization that delivers technical and management assistance in agribusiness, financial services, enterprise development, community development and food security in order to promote broad-based economic growth and vibrant civil society. ACDI/VOCA currently has approximately 60 projects in 30 countries and total revenues of $173 million.

Entrepreneurship Specialist and Private Sector Liaison, South Africa

ACDI/VOCA is currently seeking a Program Manager for an upcoming three-year program in South Africa building the capacity of five local PEPFAR partner organizations to implement economic strengthening initiatives alongside their HIV prevention education programs. The program will target youth (ages 15-24) in Gauteng and KZN. The Program Manager will provide leadership, supervision, technical guidance, and representation for all program activities. The position is subject to ACDI/VOCA being awarded the program and is anticipated to begin October 2014. The Entrepreneurship Specialist and Private Sector Liaison will lead efforts working with the ASPIRES team and local partners in the design of entrepreneurship and small business management training and activities.

Responsibilities:

• Provide leadership in the design of entrepreneurship and small business management training and activities with the five ASPIRES implementing partners and identified Community Based Organizations (CBOs), including support in integrating ES training and activities into existing HIV prevention education curricula and activities
• Provide leadership in linking IPs and CBOs with other local partners and resources to support ES training and activities for integration with HIV and AIDS prevention education programming
• Work with the IPs to develop strategies for engaging with the private sector to support ES programming and activities, including identifying job or learnership opportunities for youth
• Identify, develop and facilitate strategic relationships with private sector actors in supporting ES activities
• Provide ongoing guidance, mentoring and supplemental training and support to the IPs and their CBOs to ensure sustainable implementation of ES interventions and ongoing integration of HIV and ES Programming

Qualifications:

• At least five years of experience developing and implementing entrepreneurship and small business management trainings and activities
• Demonstrated experience building relationships and linking private sector actors with HIV and AIDS prevention, livelihoods, or other youth programs
• Experience implementing USAID-funded projects and knowledge of USAID rules and regulations preferred; PEPFAR experience useful
• Master's degree in a relevant subject area preferred; Bachelor's degree and additional years of experience accepted
• Fluency in English, written and spoken, required

How to apply:

Please apply online at http://acdivoca.maxhire.net/cp/?E5556B361D43515B7E59192F77571B6307627B4D. No phone calls please. Only finalists contacted. Women encouraged to apply. EOE.

South African local candidates are encouraged to apply, no ex-pat allowances offered.

Organization: CTG Global
Country: Somalia
Closing date: 04 Oct 2014

Position: Stabilisation Liaison OfficerPlace of Performance : Mogadishu, Somalia (within MIA)Contract Duration : 6 MonthsStarting Date : TBCOVERVIEW 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

The role of the UNSOM Stabilisation Liaison Officer is to assist the FGS, AMISOM, the UN, international partners and local stakeholders in understanding the political dynamics of areas recovered from Al Shabaab in building effective, constructive local relationships as the foundation for the effective delivery of stabilisation assistance in support of military and political gains. The post will also assist with the monitoring and verification of the delivery of assistance in new areas.

Reporting to the Team Leader, The post will be working within the UNSOM Stabilisation / New Deal Team.

This position will be based in Mogadishu (at a location to be determined, outside Mogadishu International Airport). Duty of care and transportation will be part of the consultant’s arrangements. Access to local and international partners will be facilitated by UNSOM. Transport to areas outside Mogadishu will be supported by UNSOM as appropriate and required.

GENERAL FUNCTIONS

Duties and Responsibilities

· Establish analytical frameworks to help ensure consistent evaluation of local dynamics of newly recovered areas.

· Assist in the identification of key local and regional stakeholders, and advise on their contributions to local stability.

· Build and manage a network of local and regional relationships with key stakeholders critical to stability in local areas.

· Assist with the facilitation of dialogue between local and international actors as the foundation for the delivery of stabilisation assistance. This should include where appropriate the support of local processes to identify conflict related issues, community needs and priorities.

· Where required, commission and oversee others to assist in the facilitation of community led dialogue events in new areas.

· Support the monitoring and verification of stabilisation implementation in new areas.

· To perform any other task related to risk management as assigned by the Team Leader.

· The consultant shall be responsible for adhering to security protocol instructions as dictated by UNSOM

ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE

Education

• Master’s degree in Political Science, International Relations, International Law or International Cooperation, Development Policy and Economics are an asset. Additional two years of relevant work experience in combination with a relevant bachelor’s degree may substitute for the requirement for a master’s degree.

• 7 years relevant experience

Work Experience

· A minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in project development and management, with a focus on monitoring, reporting, development and coordination in either public or private sector organization is required.

· At least 3 years in crisis-post-crisis environments;

· Local knowledge of South-Central communities and stakeholders

· Understanding of historical, political, economic and security related dynamics of Somalia

· Proven political analysis and advisory skills

· Extensive experience working with international organisations and actors

· Experienced in working within militarised stabilisation environments

· Hostile environment trained

Key Competencies

· Professionalism

· Teamwork

· Planning and organising

· Judgement/decision making

· Shares knowledge and experience

· Actively works towards continuing personal learning and development in one or more practice areas, acts on learning plan and applies newly acquired skills

· Ability to perform a variety of routine financial and administrative tasks, including screening and collecting of programme/ projects documentation, projects data entering, preparation of revisions, filing, provision of information

· Ability to review a variety of data, identify and adjust discrepancies, identify and resolve operational problems

· Ability to perform work of confidential nature and handle a large volume of work

· Focuses on result for the client and responds positively to feedback

· Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude

· Strong knowledge of IT packages, especially Word and Excel

· Demonstrated drive for continuous improvement and incorporation of lessons learned and best practices into business process routines

· Demonstration of professional behaviour and personal ethics, transparency and openness to encourage respect and similar behaviour from colleagues in the workplace

Skill

· Communication

· Consulting

· Networking

· Coordination

· Knowledge management

How to apply:

Interested candidates should submit their CV along with their application letter via e-mail to careers@ctgglobal.com with reference to “BHJOB2678_553” in the subject line. Short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Organization: Management Sciences for Health
Country: Sierra Leone
Closing date: 28 Nov 2014

OVERVIEW:

• The Leadership, Management and Governance Project (LMG) is a global five-year Cooperative Agreement awarded by USAID/Washington, designed to strengthen and expand the people-centered capacity building strategy pioneered under the previous Leadership, Management, and Sustainability Program. The LMG Project’s objective is to support health systems strengthening by addressing the gap in leadership, management and governance capacity of policy makers, health care providers and program managers to implement quality health services at all levels of the health system.
• Malaria is one of the number one causes of morbidity and mortality among children under 5 in Sierra Leone. The Global Fund is one of the main donors for malaria control in Sierra Leone – a majority of international health development funding in Sierra Leone is directed into HIV and AIDS programs as a priority.
• The National Malaria Control Program (NMCP) is the Principal Recipient of the Global Fund malaria grant and manages implementation of the dual-track financing scheme along with the second Principal Recipient, Catholic Relief Services (CRS). Global Fund commitments and disbursements in Sierra Leone account for just over 25% of Global Fund financing, with the majority (over 66%) going towards HIV and AIDS activities. While the disbursements and commitments are on track for the CRS malaria grant, the NMCP grant has consistently had performance issues and low expenditures that have blocked continued funding to the budgeted commitment level.
• The President’s Malaria Initiative will provide direct technical assistance to the NMCP through the LMG/Sierra Leone project to improve Global Fund grant implementation and generally provide technical support in the areas of leadership, management and governance to strengthen the national malaria control strategy and implementation.

OVERALL RESPONSBILITIES:

• The Senior Technical Advisor, Malaria Program/Global Fund Liaison position is designed to provide technical assistance to the country, specifically to the NMCP, in meeting the grant management and implementation demands of the Global Fund malaria grant.
  The incumbent will be placed at the NMCP and will provide leadership and management support to the NMCP Program Coordinator. S/he will assist the Malaria Coordinator in planning, monitoring and coordinating activities, especially the upcoming mass distribution campaign.
• The incumbent will work in collaboration with the local stakeholders to ensure that up-to-date and strategic information on malaria activities are shared and disseminated among donors for prompt and appropriate decision making.
• The work involves complex and interrelated processes. The political environment requires a high degree of sensitivity and diplomacy in supporting the NMCP, establishing dialogue, and developing activities to prevent and treat malaria. The incumbent will require a depth of expertise that will allow her/him to provide leadership and management in malaria-related issues and programs, including the capability to identify and systematize otherwise diffuse issues.

Specific Responsibilities

The Senior Technical Advisor, Malaria Program/Global Fund Liaison, provides professional leadership support to the NMCP for the achievement of objectives set forth in its strategic plan. The principal task of the incumbent is to provide overall management, technical guidance and leadership to the NMCP team around implementation of the Global Fund malaria grant. The incumbent will also coordinate with and provide technical assistance to the Ministry of Health and Sanitation, if necessary, to prepare and conduct policy dialogue with the Global Fund Country Team on issues impeding smooth disbursement and implementation.

1. Assist the NMCP in taking appropriate management actions (planning, monitoring and evaluation, coordination, etc.) to meet the Global Fund grant requirements and/or conditions precedent so as to enable speedy Global Fund disbursements.
2. Assist the NMCP in the design and implementation of the national malaria monitoring and evaluation plan, as well as to ensure that other partners develop project monitoring plans and report in a timely manner on their activities to the NMCP. It is also expected that the incumbent will provide expert advice and practical experience in helping the NMCP and other in-country malaria stakeholders to monitor inputs and outcomes, progress towards goals, and how to execute the plan jointly.
3. Assist the NMCP and the Ministry of Health and Sanitation with initiating and conducting policy dialogue between the Global Fund Portfolio Manager and country team to troubleshoot as necessary to facilitate grant implementation.
4. Assist the NMCP with planning interventions to be covered by the Global Fund resources in collaboration with CRS, and conduct a thorough gaps analysis to identify contribution of all malaria partners to draw a big picture of malaria program coverage nationwide.
5. Collaborate with senior staff of the NMCP, implementing partners, and other partners, such as WHO, UNICEF, World Bank, and NGOs to identify malaria control intervention gaps in Sierra Leone, consistent with the malaria control coverage needs identified by the strategy and plans of the NMCP.
6. Work with the NMCP and other appropriate partners to ensure full accountability and value for Global Fund resources provided for NMCP functioning.
7. Assist the NMCP in developing plans to manage the Global Fund activities. This includes providing managerial support to the NMCP leadership to brainstorm and identify technical interventions to be covered by future funding from the Global Fund.
   This incumbent is not expected to play any supervisory role at the NMCP. S/He will receive administrative supervision from the LMG/Sierra Leone support team.
8. Advanced degree (Masters, PhD, or MD) in a health-related field or management field required. Specialized experience in malaria is not required, but preferred.
9. At least ten years of experience in progressively responsible experience in designing, implementing and managing malaria and other health programs in developing countries, with a preference given to candidates with African experience.
10. Demonstrated experience managing successful teams comprised of experienced professionals.
11. Demonstrated technical leadership, program management, strategic planning, policy experience and problem solving skills working on complex projects in a highly sensitive environment are required.
12. Experience with USAID-funded public health programs preferred.
13. Previous experience with or good knowledge of Global Fund operating procedures (proposal development and submission, monitoring and evaluation and reporting)
14. Ability to work effectively with a broad range of Sierra Leone and USG personnel and partners, and have demonstrated skills in donor coordination and collaboration. Ability to work both independently and in a team environment to achieve consensus on policy, program and administrative matters is a must.
15. Ability to work effectively in a team environment and communicate information to both health and non-health audiences, and achieve consensus on policy, project, research, and administrative matters.
16. Proven ability to communicate quickly, clearly and concisely – both orally and in writing in English is essential.
17. Excellent verbal communication skills, tact and diplomacy are required to establish and develop sustainable working relationships at the highest level and a high level of trust with public/private organizations. Verbal communication skills are also used to negotiate activity plans and resolve activity implementation issues with counterparts, partners and team members. Excellent written communication skills are required to prepare regular and ad hoc reports, activity documentation and briefing papers.
18. Excellent computer skills (MS Word, Excel, Power Point, and Outlook, Access, SPSS and other statistical and other relevant software) are required for effectively operating in this position. Good computer skills are required to implement, analyze, and monitor, and manage activity goals, inputs, outcomes, and achievements.

Management Sciences for Health is an equal opportunity employer offering employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship, physical or mental handicap, or status as a disabled or Vietnam Era veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces.

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Organization: World Vision
Country: Rwanda
Closing date: 16 Sep 2013

This is your opportunity to use your experience in management, grant funded projects and development work to help improve the lives and futures of some of the world's most vulnerable children.

You can do this by joining World Vision –a global network of people committed to enhance the well-being and protection of children everywhere by empowering them, their families and communities to overcome the challenges of poverty and injustice.

The Resource Mobilization and Donor Liaison Team Leader-Rwanda will provide leadership and management in the development of World Vision Rwanda resource diversification strategy; strengthen networking and resource acquisition capabilities for World Vision Rwanda. You will also be responsible for the implementation and coordination of Grant Acquisition Management (GAM) processes, proposal formulation, donor liaison. You will track GAM performance metrics and build the capacity of local staff in resource acquisition, grants management and provide support to projects.

We believe that every child born is a precious gift to the entire world and that their well-being concerns us all. We will not rest while children suffer in situations that can be changed. We are looking for people who share our beliefs and our passion.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Grow the current National Office (NO) institutional grant portfolio.

• Review and research possible proposals and recommend whether NO should pursue these opportunities within the parameters of the growth targets and strategy.

• Build staff capacity on institutional grant project/program management.

• Liaise with host government officials; coordinate and collaborate with top-level officials of the Ministry of Education

• Cultivate, serve and strengthen relationships with all major donors, mid-level donors, and support Donor Liaison Coordinator in building strong relationships with support offices and church partners.

REQUIRED SKILLS INCLUDE:

• Master’s Degree in International Development, International Relations, Social Science, Management, Rural Development or any related field..

• Leadership capabilities that includes coaching staff to high level of performance & engaging in effective cross cultural & cross functional working to achieve shared goals and effective indirect line management.

• Experienced networker with an ability to maintain a good up to date knowledge of the grant opportunities and trends in the humanitarian sector.

• Proven experience in development work with a thorough understanding of sustainable development and sectoral interventions.

• At least 5 years of team management experience, preferably from a National Office.

If you believe you have the skills and experience to fulfil this vital and challenging role that will enhance the lives of vulnerable children in Rwanda, we'd love to hear from you.

How to apply:

Find the full description and apply online by the closing date. For more information on World Vision International, please visit our website: www.wvi.org.

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