Organization: Danish Refugee Council
Country: Libya, Tunisia
Closing date: 11 Jan 2015

As a humanitarian organisation working in some of the most challenging operational environments in the world it is of uttermost importance for DRC to work in compliance with the DRC Accountability and Quality Management system in the areas of Administration, HR, Finances and Procurement/Logistics. Smooth, reliable and effective operational systems are preconditions for DRC to maintain its position as a trustworthy and reliable partner for our donors and an accountable organisation towards our beneficiaries.

The position as Head of Finance and Administration in any DRC operation is a cornerstone in keeping up the high quality in DRC’s operations.

Who are we?
Initially responding to the Libyan Revolution and its aftermath, DRC has been operational in Libya and Tunisia since 2011. The humanitarian crisis in Tunisia and Libya is largely over, but DRC is committed to working in both countries, addressing the needs for rehabilitation and capacity building as well as a range of longstanding issues relating to asylum, migration and human security. Danish Refugee Council (DRC) and Danish Demining Group (DDG), has its main office in Tripoli and sub-offices in Tunis, Zarzis and southern Libya, Sabha.
Specific programme activities include protection monitoring and legal counselling for asylum seekers and migrants, work with marginalised communities in southern Libya and humanitarian mine action (UXO disposal and risk education). Furthermore, a new project on Armed Violence Reduction (AVR), which is a growing area of expertise for DDG, was started at the end of 2013. The issue of Mixed Migration is becoming an increasingly important theme for DRC in the MENA region, as well as in East and West Africa. As such, the Libya and Tunisia programme will be at the geographical centre of new initiatives on Mixed Migration, and play a lead role in the development of policy and practice in this area. Our current donors are EC, UK Conflict Pool, GIZ.

Duties and Responsibilities
• DRC Libya/Tunisia’s HoFA will be directly responsible for ensuring that DRC programs in the country operate in accordance with DRC’s operational standards as expressed in the DRC Operations Handbook and other guidelines in the DRC Accountability and Quality Management system
• The HoFA will play a significant part in qualifying and implementing initiatives coming from the global and regional DRC organisational development and financial accountability initiatives.

Internal relations
• DRC Libya/Tunisia’s HoFA will report to the Country Director and be part of the senior management team.
• The HoFA will oversee and support the finance and administration department for the entire country operation, including finance, administration and human resource management in the country office and the field offices.
• The HoFA will ensure timely and appropriate communication and support with Heads of Offices and relevant program staff concerning all issues related to finance, administration and human resources, and work proactively to resolve differences and prioritize time-sensitive issues.
• The HoFA receives technical support from the Finance Department and the Operations and Policy Support Unit in DRC’s Headquarters in Copenhagen plus relevant staff from Regional Office in Amman
External relations • The HoFA will support the Country Director and the Senior Management Team of DRC Libya/Tunisia in liaising with donors and government officials, especially as relates to issues of compliance, registration, and audit.

The specific duties of the DRC Libya/Tunisia HoFA will encompass four key areas of: Finance, Administration and Human Resources and Logistic/ Procurement procedures. Overall the HoFA will be responsible for the following:
• Engagement with the senior management team, meeting regularly to discuss organisational concerns/issues.
• The existence and maintenance and on-going socialization of an accurate and timely Management Information System. This includes, among other things, overall planning, budget and control of expenditures for shared operational costs, but also coordination of budgeting and expenditure related to programme implementation.
• Supervision, audits and controlling and implementation of corrective actions related to the DRC standards for operations. This includes, among other things, supervision of all financial reporting and financial procedures, including the monthly schedule for financial reporting to HQ, donor reporting and audits, cash flow and liquidity management, legal framework and reporting relations to national authorities.
• Training and training needs assessments as part of improving compliance with DRC standards. This includes on-the-job training, instructions and relevant follow up measures, as well as the design and conduct of more topic-bound training sessions and socialization.
• Systems development and roll out of systems already developed in close cooperation and coordination with DRC’s headquarters. This includes tools for monitoring shared expenditures, donor co-funding and decentralised book keeping and grants management systems.
• Ensure that all administrative and legal-related systems are accurate and maintained. This includes ensuring that local human resources related procedures are in line with the local labor law; ensuring that the expatriates receive all necessary paperwork to work in Libya/Tunisia, including business visas as well as work and residence permits, and are registered with the appropriate offices; keeping the organization’s registrations in country up-to-date with the ministerial and local governmental authorities.
• Support the deployment of expatriate staff members, especially as regards travel, shipping, housing, and compliance with the DRC Terms of Expatriate Employment.
• Provide technical support to all of the areas under the HoFA’s supervision, specifically finance, administration and human resources.
• Work to build the capacity of finance and administrative staff members throughout the DRC Libya/Tunisia operation through frequent in-service training sessions and mentoring support.
• Oversee Establishment of logistics/ procurement OH procedures
• Coordinate with procurement and logistics and support all related procedures are being followed.
• Direct supervision and management of staff in the relevant areas of responsibility.
About you
To be successful in this role you must have:

Required qualifications

• At least 8 years of international practical experience in a senior financial/administrative management position for the private sector or for an international NGO.
• Proven experience in managing large budgets (over 30 million USD a year),
• Good communication skills and team spirit,
• Full proficiency in spoken and written English;

Desirable qualifications
• Ability to work in Arabic
• Work experience in the Middle East / North Africa region
• Working experience with UNHCR, ECHO, WFP, DFID and BPRM guidelines.
We offer
DRC will offer the successful applicant a one year contract, renewable dependent on both funding and performance. You must be available to start work from February 2014 and be willing and able to work in both Tunisia and Libya.
Salary and conditions will be in accordance with Danish Refugee Council’s Terms of Employment for Expatriates; please refer to www.drc.dk under Vacancies. This position will be placed at level A7.

Need further information?
For more details on this position please contact Martin Vane, Country Director at cd@drc-libya.org

Please note that applications sent directly to Martin Vane will not be considered.

For further information about the Danish Refugee Council, please consult our website www.drc.dk

How to apply:

Interested? Then apply for this position by clicking on the apply button or go to www.drc.dk and fin Current Vacancies.
All applicants must send a cover letter and an updated CV (no longer than four pages). Both must be in the same language as this vacancy note. CV only applications will not be considered.

If you have questions or are facing problems with the online application process, please contact job@drc.dk

Applications close 11 January 2015.

Organization: Mines Advisory Group
Country: Libya
Closing date: 17 Nov 2014

Base Manager – Libya

The total salary package for this position is £35,868 - £39,012 per annum* (circa $57,000 - $62,000 USD) including basic salary, hardship 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 Libya Programme:

MAG established a presence in Libya in April 2011, with an initial emergency response team deployed May 2011. MAG is working to clear contaminated land so it can be released back to local populations, enabling recovery and further development. As well as conducting technical clearance work, MAG delivers risk education to local communities, to further reduce the threat to the life and limb of local populations. The information gathered from risk education sessions and non-technical surveys also allows MAG to focus our resources in areas where the community need is greatest.

About the role:

The Base Manager will have a wide range of duties and responsibilities including managing logistics, procurement, financial and administrative services to support our technical operations. You will also be responsible for supervising and training national staff, working to build their capacity in a number of different areas.

About you:

The successful candidate will need experience working overseas in international aid or development, ideally in a conflict / post conflict environment, and be able to demonstrate the ability to work independently with minimum supervision. Expertise in logistics, procurement, administration and finance are essential. A demonstrable background and track record in managing national staff and building their capacity is also required.

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 Monday 17 November 2014.

Organization: Search for Common Ground
Country: Tunisia
Closing date: 31 Oct 2014

The Libya Program Manager will be based in Tunis, Tunisia for a full-time 6-month position – potentially renewable for another 12 months – to start in December 2014 or January 2015.

The Organization

Search for Common Ground (SFCG) is an international non-profit organization that promotes peaceful resolution of conflict. With headquarters in Washington, DC and Brussels, Belgium, SFCG’s mission is to transform how individuals, organizations, and governments deal with conflict – away from adversarial approaches and toward cooperative solutions. SFCG seeks to help conflicting parties understand their differences and act on their commonalities. With a total of approximately 500 staff worldwide, SFCG implements projects in 35 countries, including in Africa, Asia, Europe, the Middle East, and the United States. The organization is an exciting and rewarding place to work, with a dedicated and enthusiastic staff who love their work. You will be joining a highly motivated staff with a good team spirit and there will be opportunities to grow in the role.

Summary of Position

Search for Common Ground seeks a professional, motivated, and creative program manager to join in support of SFCG’s Libya project to be based in Tunis, Tunisia. The Libya Program Manager will report to SFCG's MENA Director and will cooperate with the SFCG MENA Regional Team to launch a project to empower Libyan civil society actors to design and facilitate transitional justice initiatives in their communities. Duties of this position include leading an initial assessment in Libya, coordinating training workshops on transitional justice and strategic planning, providing ongoing mentorship and coaching to Libyan civil society, maintaining strong relationships with partners and consultants, in addition to reporting and program management responsibilities. The position will begin in December 2014 or January 2015.

Key Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain strong relationships with international and Libyan partner organizations.
• Perform general grant administration functions such as planning and managing project related expenses.
• Lead initial assessment in Libya and write assessment reports.
• Organize workshops, provide substantive feedback on training materials, coordinate logistics and assist in facilitation of workshops as needed.
• Provide ongoing mentorship and coaching to Libyan civil society on key areas of transitional justice and on program management.
• Work closely with the MENA regional Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist for regular monitoring of project activities and assessment of the overall goals of the project.
• Lead communication efforts to promote the project through social and traditional media.
• Document project successes and write narrative reports as required.

As job descriptions cannot be exhaustive, the position-holder may be required to undertake other duties that are broadly in line with the above key responsibilities.

Minimum Qualifications

• At least five years of experience in program management and conflict resolution related work, with a focus on transitional justice.
• BA or MA (completed or in progress) in international relations, conflict resolution, Middle East studies, international development, or a related field.
• Excellent interpersonal and networking skills, as well as the ability to conduct professional working relationships.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and other software, as well as social media platforms.
• Expertise in peacebuilding and conflict transformation
• Previous experience working in Libya and knowledgeable about the field of transitional justice
• Experience facilitating workshops
• Ability and willingness to live in Tunis, Tunisia and to travel to Libya (security situation dependent).
• Ability to maintain professionalism, creativity, and enthusiasm while working in a fast-paced, multi-cultural environment with minimal supervision.
• Written and oral proficiency in English.
• Arabic language skills highly preferred (fluency or near fluency).

How to apply:

To Apply:

Please send a resume, cover letter, three references, and a writing sample in English (approximately 300-500 words) in one document through our application system at https://sfcg.bamboohr.com/jobs/view.php?id=139. Please be sure to include minimum net monthly salary requirements or current salary. Please write “Libya Program Manager” in the subject line.

Applications are due October 30, 2014.*No phone calls please.*

Organization: International Medical Corps
Country: Libya
Closing date: 02 Nov 2014

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.
PROGRAM SUMMARY:
International Medical Corps began GBV prevention and response activities in Libya in April 2011, during the heart of internal conflict. Since 2012, IMC has worked with communities in transition toward more comprehensive GBV prevention and response activities. With support from the United Nations Trust Fund to End Violence against Women, International Medical Corps is currently working with civil society and government partners to combat GBV and to provide focused services for vulnerable women and survivors of violence.
The current program is in its second year of implementation with a specific focus on strengthening local initiatives from community –based organizations and government service providers. The project end date is November 30, 2014 and a final evaluation is required to assess the project’s achievement of results. The evaluation will measure the achievement of the project’s outcomes, outputs and strategy, as set out in the project proposal. It will compare what was intended vs. what was achieved by methodically documenting and analysing the project’s achievements, shortfalls, and lessons learned to inform future interventions.
JOB SUMMARY:
The evaluation will cover the project implemented between November 1, 2012 and November 30, 2014 in project sites of Tripoli, Misurata and Western Mountains. Target groups to be covered include primary and secondary beneficiaries of the project. Primary beneficiaries will be women and girls who are serviced directly by CBOs and government services. Secondary beneficiaries include, Ministry of Social Affairs, Ministry of Health, CBO volunteers and employees, community leaders, the wider group of women and men who have been reached by campaigns and youth. The evaluation team will consist of a lead evaluator, and two national assistant evaluators.
Principal evaluator will be responsible for undertaking the evaluation from start to finish and for managing the evaluation team under the supervision of evaluation task manager from the grantee organization, for the data collection and analysis, as well as report drafting and finalization in English.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES/SCOPE OF WORK:

• Desk review of key documents
• Finalize the evaluation design and methods
• Prepare the inception report. The inception report must include a proposed schedule of tasks, activities and deliverables, designating a team member with the lead responsibility for each task or product.
• Desk research.
• In-country technical mission for data collection (visits to the field, interviews, questionnaires)
• Analysis and interpretation of the findings
• Prepare a draft evaluation report based on the minimum requirements specified in the guidelines.
• Prepare a final evaluation report based on the inputs received from stakeholder review. Qualifications:• At least 10 years relevant experience, including conducting external evaluations, with mixed-methods evaluation skills and having flexibility in using non-traditional and innovative evaluation methods
  • Expertise in gender and human-rights based approaches to evaluation and issues of violence against women and girls
  • Specific program and evaluation experiences in the areas of ending violence against women and girls
  • Experience in collecting and analysing quantitative and qualitative data
  • In-depth knowledge of gender equality and women’s empowerment
  • A strong commitment to delivering timely and high-quality results, i.e. credible evaluation and its report that can be used
  • A strong team leadership and management track record, as well as interpersonal and communication skills to help ensure that the evaluation is understood and used.
  • Good communication skills and ability to communicate with various stakeholders and to express concisely and clearly ideas and concepts
  • Middle East experience and knowledge: in-depth knowledge of Libya is required.
  • Fluency in English is mandatory; good command of local Arabic language is desirable.

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: Agency for Technical Cooperation and Development
Country: Libya
Closing date: 30 Nov 2014

Department:Finance

Position:Country Finance Manager

Contract duration:6 mois

Location: Libye

Starting Date ASAP

I. Background on ACTED

ACTED is an independent international, private, non-partisan and non-profit organization that operates according to principles of strict neutrality, political and religious impartiality, and non discrimination.

ACTED was created in 1993 to support populations affected by the conflict in Afghanistan. Based in Paris, France, ACTED now operates in 30 countries worldwide, with over 200 international and 4000 national staff. ACTED has a 100 million € budget for over 340 projects spanning 8 sectors of intervention; including emergency relief, food security, health promotion, economic development, education & training, microfinance, local governance & institutional support, and cultural promotion.

For more information, please visit our website at www.acted.org

II. Country Profile

Capital Office : Tripoli

National Staff : 74 (July 2012)

International Staff : 4 (July 2012)

Areas : 1 (North of West Bank)

On-going programmes: 8

Bugdet : 2 M€ (2011)

ACTED has been programming in Libya since March 2011. Initially focussing on responding to the humanitarian crisis in the wake of the conflict, ACTED set-up offices across the country, providing vital humanitarian assistance to displaced and vulnerable populations. Furthermore, during this period ACTED utilized its assessment and mapping capabilities to help coordinate and provide information for the humanitarian response and reconstruction of the country. Since January 2012, and building on the strong networks developed during the emergency response, ACTED started to work on post-conflict projects, particularly focussing of support to the nascent Libyan civil society. In January ACTED began a two-year programme, funded by the European Union, focussing on support to civil society organisations in Libya.

III. Position Profile

Under the authority of the Country Director and Finance Director in HQ, the Country Finance Manager (CFM) will be responsible for ACTED accounting and financial management in-country. The CFM ensures that national legislation is adhered to, and that the country specific standards are applied in ensuring efficient use of resources.

Responsibilities:

1. Accounting and Financial Management

• Accountancy:

Supervise accountancy procedures: filing of documents, allocation of expenses, vouchers registration, balance checking, etc.;

Verify and compile monthly accounts from each base;

Communicate accounts on a monthly basis to HQ, respecting SAGA procedures and deadlines;

Manage the presentation, circulation, filing and archiving of accounting and financial documents in conformity with FLAT procedures;

• Treasury:

Open/close bank accounts on the authority of the General Delegate;

Oversee the management of bank accounts: follow transfers, check balances, check authorised visas;

Supervise the management of safes and cash: available amount, balance checks, security instructions;

Assess monthly cash-flow needs for projects and bases and communicate cash requests to the HQ;

Manage money transfers, bases cash-supply and amounts in circulation, whilst defining payment procedures (bank transfer, cheque, cash etc.);

• Commitment of expenditure:

Set up and formalise procedures for the commitment of expendiure, conform to ACTED procurement guidelines: collect visas of authorised staff members, set-up commitment ceiling in local currencies, define methods and timescales for payment according to local practices;

Ensure that procedures are adhered to in terms of contracts and payments;

Ensure that proofs of purchase are valid (contracts, orders, bills, inoices, delivery receipts etc);

2. Budget Management

• Ensure budget follow-up:

Develop tables necessary for financial monitoring and for budget follow up within the mission;

Analyse gaps between planned budgets and actual expenses;

Anticipate financial risks;

Calculate and supervise the monthly cost of each vehicle (fuel consumption, repairs) in coordination with Country Logistician;

Calcultate monthly communication costs of each base (phone, e-mail, Internet), in coordination with Country Logistician;

• Develop project budgets:

Develop budgets for project proposals according to project needs and Donor constraints;

Draft financial reports (mid-term and final) respecting contractual deadlines;

Guarantee the respect of Donor procedures for each financial contract.

3. Department Follow-up

• Team leadership:

Update the organigramme and ToRs of the finance department according to the mission development;

Oversee the team and undertake appraisals of directly supervised colleagues;

Ensure training and capacity building for finance team members in order to increase the level of technical ability and skills within the department;

• Internal Procedures and Information Flows;

Develop relevant management procedures within the team;

Improve information flows within the department and with other departments and projects

IV. Qualifications:

• Masters degree minimum in Finance or related area;

• 3+ years of solid experience in financial management and monitoring systems, preferably of large development programs, possibly complemented by academic expertise;

• Excellent financial and analytical skills;

• Excellent communication and drafting skills for effective reporting on programme financial performance;

• Ability to manage a financial/monitoring team and demonstrate leadership;

• Ability to monitor and evaluate financial and monitoring skills of communities through capacity-building efforts;

• Ability to operate in a cross-cultural environment requiring flexibility;

• Familiarity with the aid system, and understanding of donor and governmental requirements;

• Prior knowledge of the region an asset;

• Fluency in English required - ability to communicate in local languages an asset;

• Ability to operate Microsoft Word, Excel and Project Management software

V. Conditions:

• Salary defined by the ACTED salary grid; educational level, expertise, hardship, security, and performance are considered for pay bonus
• Additional monthly living allowance
• Free food and lodging provided at the organisation’s guesthouse/or housing allowance (depending on contract length and country of assignment)
• Transportation costs covered, including additional return ticket + luggage allowance
• Provision of medical, life, and repatriation insurance + retirement package

How to apply:

Please send, in English, your cover letter, CV, and three references to jobs@acted.org

Ref : CFM/LYB/SA

Organization: Agency for Technical Cooperation and Development
Country: Libya
Closing date: 30 Nov 2014

Department:Reporting/AME

Position: Project Development Manager - Libya

Contract duration:6 months, renewable

Location: Tunis,Tunisia

Starting Date ASAP

I. Background on ACTED

ACTED is an independent international, private, non-partisan and non-profit organization that operates according to principles of strict neutrality, political and religious impartiality, and non discrimination.

ACTED was created in 1993 to support populations affected by the conflict in Afghanistan. Based in Paris, France, ACTED now operates in 30 countries worldwide, with over 200 international and 4000 national staff. ACTED has a 100 million € budget for over 340 projects spanning 8 sectors of intervention; including emergency relief, food security, health promotion, economic development, education & training, microfinance, local governance & institutional support, and cultural promotion.

For more information, please visit our website at www.acted.org

II. Country Profile

Capital Office : Tripoli

National Staff : 74 (July 2012)

International Staff : 4 (July 2012)

Areas : 1 (North of West Bank)

On-going programmes: 8

Bugdet : 2 M€ (2011)

ACTED has been programming in Libya since March 2011. Initially focussing on responding to the humanitarian crisis in the wake of the conflict, ACTED set-up offices across the country, providing vital humanitarian assistance to displaced and vulnerable populations. Furthermore, during this period ACTED utilized its assessment and mapping capabilities to help coordinate and provide information for the humanitarian response and reconstruction of the country. Since January 2012, and building on the strong networks developed during the emergency response, ACTED started to work on post-conflict projects, particularly focussing of support to the nascent Libyan civil society. In January ACTED began a two-year programme, funded by the European Union, focussing on support to civil society organisations in Libya.

III. Position Profile

1. Ensure ACTED Representation in the area of activity

- Representation vis-à-vis provincial authorities:

Participate in official meetings to ensure maximum visibility vis-à-vis provincial authorities

- Representation vis-à-vis Donors:

Establish and update contact details of potential Donors active in the area of activity;

Participate in Donor meetings at provincial level and communicate relevant information to the Country Director;

Circulate the Annual Report.

- Representation amongst other international organisations:

Participate in inter-NGO Coordination meetings and those of UN Agencies (OCHA, UNDP, UNICEF, FAO, etc.), and any other relevant inter-governmental institution at provincial level;

Ensure maximum visibility of the Agency amongst the NGO community at provincial level;

Lead the production of reports and ensure the timeliness and accuracy of information provided, as well ensuring confidentiality of sensitive information.

More generally, the DAC is expected to contribute to the creation of a positive image and overall credibility of the organisation, notably through the application of ACTED’s mandate, ethics, values and stand-point with regard to other actors.

2. Contribute to the development of a global intervention strategy and to support its implementation at provincial level

- Analyse the context and develop strategic plans, in consultation with the Area coordinator and the Country Director:

Gather and analyse information regarding opportunities and risk;

Define an operational strategy for finances and HR.

- Implement the financial strategy:

Oversee drafting of projects and budget development;

Lead fund-raising and negotiations with Donors in the area of intervention;

Lead the application and adherence to contract terms and requirements;

Supervise overall financial commitments and financial risk.

- Implement the operational strategy:

Supervise Project Managers of the area of intervention in project implementation;

Help the various teams in negotiations with provincial/local authorities and partners;

Ensure global coordination and complementarity amongst projects within the area of intervention;

Assess activities and ensure efficient use of resources.

- Oversee reporting procedures:

Develop a reporting schedule with regard to Donor deadlines;

Plan and supervise the development of narrative and financial reports;

Ensure adherence to FLAT procedures.

More generally, communicate systematically to the Country Director the development of the sub area strategy and its implementation.

3. Oversee Staff and Security

- Guide and direct the staff of the area of intervention:

Organise and lead coordination meetings;

Prepare and follow work plans;

Ensure a positive working environment and good team dynamics (solve out potential conflicts);

Promote team working conditions in the limit of private life;

Adapt the organigramme and ToRs of personnel according to the area development;

Undertake regular appraisals of directly supervised colleagues andpass appraisal forms to the Country Administrator with recommendations (new position, changes to contract or salary etc.);

- Contribute to the recruitment of expatriate staff:

Follow recruitment procedures: plan recruitment needs in advance; draft ToRs for open vacancies; if necessary undertake phone interviews with candidates;

When requested by HQ, undertake interviews of expatriate candidates living in the area of intervention.

- Oversee staff security:

In cooperation with the Area Security Officer, monitor the local security situation and inform both Country Security Officer and Country Director of developments through regular written reports;

Update the security guidelines in the area of intervention;

Ensure that security procedures are respected by the whole staff.

IV. Qualifications:

· Master Level education in a relevant field such as International Relations or Development

· Project management experience (management, planning, staff development and training skills) in development programmes

· 2-5 years previous work experience in a relevant position

· Proven capabilities in leadership and management required

· Excellent skills in written and spoken English

· Strong negotiation and interpersonal skills, and flexibility in cultural and organizational terms

· Ability to work well and punctually under pressure

V. Conditions:

• Salary defined by the ACTED salary grid; educational level, expertise, hardship, security, and performance are considered for pay bonus
• Additional monthly living allowance
• Free food and lodging provided at the organisation’s guesthouse
• Transportation costs covered, including additional return ticket + luggage allowance
• Provision of medical, life, and repatriation insurance + retirement package

How to apply:

Please send, in English, your cover letter, CV, and three references to jobs@acted.org

Ref : PDM/LIB/SA

Organization: American Bar Association
Country: Libya
Closing date: 05 Oct 2014

ABA ROLI is a non-profit pro­gram that implements legal reform programs in over 60 countries around the world. ABA ROLI has nearly 700 professional staff work­ing abroad and in its Washington, D.C. office. ABA ROLI’s host country partners include judges, lawyers, bar associations, law schools, court administrators, legislatures, ministries of justice and a wide array of civil society organi­zations, including human rights groups.

Job Summary

The Program Director will manage ABA ROLI’s Constitutional Dialogue Support Initiative in Libya. Working with the ABA ROLI country director, the program director will lead the implementation of an initiative supporting citizen participation in development of the constitution and related implementing legislation as well as the National Dialogue. The Program Director will also manage international and local staff and develop long-term and short-term strategies and work plans to implement assigned program. They are responsible for day-to-day program management and ensuring the program is progressing effectively and meeting all objectives. The position is full time and based in Tripoli, Libya.

Responsibilities

• Directly manage the assigned program, budget, staff, and program monitoring and evaluation;
• Ensure timely and well-informed program reporting for in-country activities;
• Oversee, help organize, and participate in substantive programming and activities, including developing and implementing project work plans, managing volunteer legal specialists and consultants, and convening and participating in trainings;
• Ensure effective collaboration with local partners and other development partners to achieve program objectives;
• Create and maintain strong relationships with local partners (e.g., local bar associations, law schools, NGOs, governmental entities), other international implementers, members of the international community, and current and potential field-based donors;
• Maintain regular communication with the Country Director and head office, providing updates on the program’s activities and achievements;
• Share program lessons to inform on-going program implementation and ensure that the program is implemented within budget and in compliance with the donor regulations.

Required Qualifications

• JD and at least 10 years of experience in international rule of law development program management, preferably in a post conflict setting;
• Ability to provide high-level strategic vision and leadership to senior technical program staff;
• Strong interpersonal and communications skills, including written and oral English, in order to meet the technical and managerial requirements of the program;
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple activities;
• Exceptional leadership in the design, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of international donor supported programs, with skill in strategic planning, management, supervision and budgeting.

Preferred Qualifications

• Relevant regional experience or work in developing countries;
• Expertise in constitutional law;
• Previous experience with donor funded democracy and governance programs;
• Fluency in Arabic.

How to apply:

Due to the high volume of applications received, we are only able to follow up with candidates who are selected for interviews.

To apply, click here: https://abanet.devhire.devex.com/jobs/329740

Organization: Danish Demining Group
Country: Libya
Closing date: 10 Sep 2014

Armed Violence Reduction Project Manager - Libya

We are looking for a dedicated AVR Project Manager to provide the overall leadership for DDG’s Armed Violence Reduction work in Libya.

Who are we?

The Danish Refugee Council (DRC) is a private, independent, humanitarian organization working on all aspects of the refugee cause in more than thirty countries throughout the world. The aim of DRC is to protect refugees and internally displaced persons (IDPs) against persecution and to promote durable solutions to the problems of forced migration on the basis of humanitarian principles and human rights. DRC works in accordance with the UN Conventions on Refugees and the Code of Conduct for the ICRC and NGOs in Disaster Relief

Danish Demining Group (DDG) is the branch of the Danish Refugee Council that focuses on human security programming. DDG strives to identify safety and security needs from the perspective of those living with conflict and to help them find non-violent solutions. These go beyond traditional mine action activities which only reduce the threat posed by explosive remnants of war. Through Armed Violence Reduction projects we engage communities in seeking out durable solutions to local security problems. DRC and DDG have worked in Libya since August 2011 in the fields of humanitarian response, mixed migration and mine action. Donor funding has now been awarded for a 12-month project on Armed Violence Reduction in the southern city of Sabha where DRC/DDG already has a well-established presence.

Duties and Responsibilities

Your will be in charge of the overall leadership for DDG’s Armed Violence Reduction work in Libya and negotiate the elements of the project with local officials and community leaders. In addition you will:

• Recruit and help to induct and train national project staff
• Monitor the performance of project staff and provide coaching and feedback
• Plan and lead the implementation of all project activities
• Develop realistic workplans which focus on achieving tangible results within a short timeframe
• Develop a rigorous Monitoring and Evaluation plan and ensure its implementation
• As principal budget holder for the project, plan and monitor expenditure, ensuring accountability
• Coordinate effectively with other sector managers as part of an integrated Stabilisation programme
• Draft interim and final project reports and provide briefings for donors and stakeholders as needed
• Devise future AVR project plans and funding proposals based on experience from the pilot project
• Contribute to the management of safety and security by adhering to established protocols
• Other reasonable tasks as requested by the Director for Programmes

Reporting to:

• Country Director, Programmes

Responsible for:

• Assistant Project Manager, Senior Project Officer

Qualifications

• A postgraduate qualification in peace studies, political science or related field;
• Extensive experience of working on issues related to conflict reduction, community-based approaches, and awareness raising,
• At least 3 years’ experience of project management including staff management and monitoring and evaluation;
• Excellent drafting and communication skills in English. Knowledge of Arabic an advantage;
• Experience of management of project finances;
• Experience of working in complex and politically-sensitive contexts, and excellent political judgement;
• A team player: able to demonstrate a constructive, cooperative and problem-solving approach;
• Experience of working in insecure environments and of security management;
• High degree of computer literacy;

We encourage all qualified candidates to apply, irrespective of nationality, race, gender or age.

Conditions

Availability:As soon as possible, but ideally from 1^st October 2014

Duty station: Sabha, southern Libya. An R&R policy applies.

Contract: An initial contract until 31 March 2015 is offered and will be extendable subject to funding

Salary and conditions in accordance with Danish Refugee Council’s Terms of Employment for Expatriates; please refer to www.drc.dk under Vacancies. The position will be placed at salary level A11.

Further information

You are welcome to contact Lene Rasmussen, DDG Regional Manager MENAlene.rasmussen@drc.dk for more information about the position.

Please note that applications are not to be sent to Lene Rasmussen; we only accept applications sent online via www.drc.dkunder Vacancies > Current vacancies > AVR Project Manager, Libya Applications sent directly to Lene Rasmussen will not be considered.

For general information about the Danish Refugee Council, please consult www.drc.dk.

Commitments

DRC has a Humanitarian Accountability Framework, outlining its global accountability commitments. All staff are required to contribute to the achievement of this framework (http://www.drc.dk/HAF.4265.0.html).

About DRC

The Danish Refugee Council (DRC) is a private, independent, humanitarian organization working on all aspects of the refugee cause in more than twenty five countries throughout the world. The aim of DRC is to protect refugees and internally displaced persons (IDPs) against persecution and to promote durable solutions to the problems of forced migration, on the basis of humanitarian principles and human rights. DRC works in accordance with the UN Conventions on Refugees and the Code of Conduct for the ICRC and NGOs in Disaster Relief.
The protection and assistance to conflict affected population is provided within a long-term, regional and rights-based approach in order to constitute a coherent and effective response to the challenges posed by today’s conflicts. Assistance consists of relief and other humanitarian aid, rehabilitation, support to return and repatriation as well as promotion of long-term solutions to displacement and its causes. In addition, support and capacity building of local and national authorities and NGOs form an integral part of DRC’s work.

How to apply:

Application process

Only motivated applications that address the stipulated duties and meet the required qualifications, sent together with a CV, will be considered. CV-only applications will not be considered.Please provide references, but do not attach any written recommendations.

We only accept applications online on www.drc.dk> Vacancies > AVR Project Manager, Libya (click on the vacancy, then on “Apply for position” at the bottom of the window that opens).
Please submit your applicationno later than September 10 2014.

Organization: Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH
Country: Libya
Closing date: 01 Oct 2013

As a federal enterprise, GIZ supports the German Government in achieving its objectives in the field of international cooperation for sustainable development.

For our operations in Libya/Tripoli, we are looking for a/an

Short-term Expert in National Health Accounts

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

1) BackgroundThe Libyan health care delivery system reflects past systemic imbalances and the impact of the civil war. Weakened health services are largely deficient in their capacity to attend to the needs of the population. The increased prevalence of mental disorders and physical disabilities –a consequence of the conflict– further exacerbate the situation.The overall objective of the EU-LHSS programme is to improve efficiency, effectiveness and quality of health service delivery in Libya. The purpose of this action is to strengthen strategic planning, financing as well as management and quality of health service delivery through targeted reforms and pilot interventions.

2) The EU-LHSS programme is articulated around three result areas:

Result One Strategic Planning, Health Financing and Capacity Strengthened: National health strategy, related policies and action plans developed; health financing options identified; provider payment mechanisms reviewed; and capacity of the Ministry of Health and Health Professionals Associations strengthened at all levels.

Result Two Health Service Delivery and Quality of Health Care: Health Service Package successfully rolled out in pilot areas; options for public private partnerships identified; quality of outcomes framework and accreditation standards developed and selected quality improvements reported.

Result Three Workforce Planning, Development and Management: Recruitment and retention targets in place; pre-service and in-service training needs assessed and partially addressed through targeted training and partnerships with training institutions; curricula upgraded and standardised; licensing standards and management tools developed and rolled out in pilot areas.

3) Objectives of the mission

3.1 General objective of the mission

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

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

3.2 Specific objectives of the mission

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

3.3 Expected results and deliverables

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

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

5) Management of the mission

5.1 Work language

The work language is English

5.2 Responsibilities

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

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

5.3 Timetable

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

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

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

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

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

• Fourth visit during 2014: presentation of final results and further capacity building

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

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

5.4 Location of the mission

The location of the mission is Tripoli, Libya.

6) The expertise required

6.1 Number of experts and working days

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

6.2 Profile of the expert

Experience

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

Qualifications

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

7) Reports

7.1 Format and contents

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

The reports shall also summarise the main activities implemented, potential constraints encountered, the measures taken or to be taken (by the expert, the EU LHSS programme or the Ministry of Health) to ensure the achievement of the objectives and the expected results. Further, the report shall deliver an analysis of potential gaps with regards to the expected results as well as recommendations.

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

7.2 Delivery and approval of reports

Draft reports will be delivered electronically to the Technical Assistance Team. All documents deliv-ered by the expert shall receive prior approval by detailed list of required activities. They will be re-viewed by the members of the Inter-ministerial Working Group and receive comments at least from the Chair and Co-chair of the Working Group on Strategic Planning and Financing, the Head of the De-partment of Health Financing Affairs and the Head of the HIS Department of the Ministry of Health working in close consultation with the Team Leader/Health Economist. Reports will further be ap-proved by the Project Manager (the European Union) and the Consultant (EUNIDA/GIZ).

How to apply:

If you are interested, please do not hesitate to apply until 1st October 2013 via email (CV and letter of motivation). Email: matthieu.david@giz.de;Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH

Organization: Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH
Country: Libya
Closing date: 20 Sep 2013

As a federal enterprise, GIZ supports the German Government in achieving its objectives in the field of international cooperation for sustainable development.

For our operations in Libya/Tripoli, we are looking for a/an
Short-Term Expert to Design and Deliver an Intensive Course on Principles of Evidence-Based Practice

1 General Background of the EU-LHSS Programme

The Libyan health care delivery system reflects past systemic imbalances and the impact of the civil war. Weakened health services are largely deficient in their capacity to attend to the needs of the pop-ulation. The increased prevalence of mental disorders and physical disabilities –a consequence of the conflict– further exacerbate the situation.

The overall objective of the EU-LHSS programme is to improve efficiency, effectiveness and quality of health service delivery in Libya. The purpose of this action is to strengthen strategic planning, financing as well as management and quality of health service delivery through targeted reforms and pilot interventions.

The EU-LHSS programme is articulated around three result areas:

Result One Strategic Planning, Health Financing and Capacity Strengthened: National health strategy, related policies and action plans developed; health financing options identified; provider payment mechanisms reviewed; and capacity of the Ministry of Health and Health Professionals As-sociations strengthened at all levels.

Result Two Health Service Delivery and Quality of Health Care: Health Service Package success-fully rolled out in pilot areas; options for public private partnerships identified; quality of outcomes framework and accreditation standards developed and selected quality improvements reported.

Result Three Workforce Planning, Development and Management: Recruitment and retention targets in place; pre-service and in-service training needs assessed and partially addressed through targeted training and partnerships with training institutions; curricula upgraded and standardised; li-censing standards and management tools developed and rolled out in pilot areas.

2 Objectives of the mission

2.1 General objective of the mission

The Short-Term Expertise (STE) described in these Terms of Reference is complementary to the tasks of Long Term Experts and the Short Term Expert for Quality of Care and responds to a request articulated by the Chair, Co-chair and members of the Working Group for Quality of Care.

The expertise mobilised to: Design and Deliver an Intensive Course on Principles of Evidence-Based Practice

2.2 Specific objectives of the mission

a) To design and deliver a 5-day Intensive Course on Concepts and Principles of Evidence-Based Practice for 25 participants. Course contents and methodology are described as follows:

Course objectives — to provide students with practical skills to: i) understand the different types of research and their strengths and limitations and locate the best available evidence; ii) critically appraise the literature with a focus on efficacy and safety of health care interventions; iii) appraise systematic reviews; iv) interpret research results and conclusions using aspects of epidemiology and medical statistics; v) make clinical decisions based on best available evidence; vi) inform the process and methods used for clinical guideline development; vii) develop an analytical frame-work/methodology for the development of clinical guidelines; viii) identify contextual elements and build skills to tailor the protocols and evidence gathered in other contexts to specific settings in Libya.

The prospective audience — Ministry of Health staff largely with clinical background, clinicians and health care leaders.

Methodology — teaching will take place over 5 days with reading formerly assigned. The course will include in-class group exercises. A reading day —on Friday, 6 December— will be scheduled mid-way through the course for participants to catch up on unfinished reading.

Reading — a list of essential readings and exercises will be provided four weeks before the course begins.

Assessment —participants will be required to conduct an analytical review of academic literature on a topic of relevance to the EU LHSS programme that is related to shaping an intervention for quality improvement at a hospital or PHC centre or developing a particular clinical guideline. This review will be presented in a PowerPoint format two months after the delivery of the course contents. The assessment will take place over 3 days and will feature individual presentations

b) To review course contents, delivery and learning outcomes, and provide a brief analysis of con-text-specific challenges, participants’ grasp of the concepts, principles and tools, their participation and comments in the course and their feedback gathered through course evaluation questionnaires

c) To assess participants’ use of tools and skills acquired through the course in particular in as far as the formulation of answerable clinical questions, search for evidence, and critical appraisal. The assessment shall take place through a review of their coursework to be presented in PowerPoint format in an open session organised over 3 days two to three months after the initial 5-day course.

2.3 Expected results and deliverables

• Intensive course designed and delivered
• Feedback gathered
• Short report prepared
• Participants assessed and report of assessment prepared

3 Management of the mission

3.1 Work language

The work language is English.

3.2 Responsibilities

The expert will report directly to the Chair and Co-chair of the Working Group on Quality of Care.

The expert will also ensure close consultation with the Short Term Expert for Quality of Care, the Team Leader/Health Economist, the Consultant (EUNIDA) and the Project Manager (the European Union).

3.3 Timetable

The duration of the mission will be of 16 man/days distributed over two missions to Libya. A first mission of 8 man/days will take place from Sunday 3rd to 11th of November. A follow-up mission of 5 man/days will take place two months after the first consultancy/visit to assess participants’ per-formance following the course. An additional 3 man/days are allocated to modify course contents to fit the Libyan context. There may be further follow up missions identified according to the results of the first mission by the STE.

• Within two weeks following the 5-day Intensive Course, the expert shall submit a short report.

3.4 Location of the mission

The location of the mission is Tripoli, Libya

4 The expertise required

4.1 Number of experts and working days

1 STE for 16 man/days

4.2 Profile of the expert

Experience

• A minimum of 10 years teaching experience across various disciplines such as Medical Statistics, Biostatistics, Epidemiology and Health Sciences
• Solid grounding in research methods and statistics underpinning evidence based practice
• Proven experience in teaching Evidence Based Medicine principles and methodology and experience in supporting postgraduate students
• Proven experience in promoting the use of best evidence in decision-making
• Track record of research demonstrated by publications in peer-reviewed journals and collaborations in peer-reviewed funded projects
• Previous experience in conducting systematic reviews and undertaking meta-analysis
• Previous experience in the design and analysis of research

Qualifications

• Advanced Degree in Medical Statistics, Epidemiology, Clinical Epidemiology, Evidence Based Medicine or related discipline
• Recognised expertise and technical achievement in evidence-based research principles and concepts and comprehensive understanding of research methodologies
• Excellent communication and presentation skills

• Ability to collaborate effectively with people from a wide range of disciplines and to work effectively in a multicultural environment

• Doctor of Philosophy Degree (PhD) desirable

5 Reports

5.1 Format and contents

The report —3 pages maximum— should specifically review course contents, delivery and learning outcomes, and provide a brief analysis of context-specific challenges, participants’ grasp of the con-cepts, principles and tools, their participation and comments in the course and their feedback gathered through course evaluation questionnaires and details of the assignment. Further, the report shall provide an analysis of potential gaps with regards to the expected results as well as a set of recommendations in bullet point format.

5.2 Delivery and approval of reports

A draft report will be delivered electronically to the Technical Assistance Team. All documents deliv-ered by the expert shall receive prior approval by the Chair and Co-chair of the Working Group on Quality of Care, working in close consultation with the Short Term Expert on Quality of Care and other Working Group members. The report will further be approved by the Project Manager (the European Union) and the Consultant (EUNIDA/GIZ).

How to apply:

If you are interested, please do not hesitate to apply until 10th October 2013 via email (CV and letter of motivation). Email: matthieu.david@giz.de;Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH

Organization: Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH
Country: Libya
Closing date: 10 Oct 2013

As a federal enterprise, GIZ supports the German Government in achieving its objectives in the field of international cooperation for sustainable development.

For our operations in Libya/Tripoli, we are looking for a/an

Short-term Expert in Health Information Management Systems (HMIS)

Field of activity

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

Background

The Libyan health care delivery system reflects past systemic imbalances and the impact of the civil war. Weakened health services are largely deficient in their capacity to attend to the needs of the population. The increased prevalence of mental disorders and physical disabilities –a consequence of the conflict– further exacerbate the situation.

The overall objective of the EU-LHSS programme is to improve efficiency, effectiveness and quality of health service delivery in Libya. The purpose of this action is to strengthen strategic planning, financing as well as management and quality of health service delivery through targeted reforms and pilot interventions.

The EU-LHSS programme is articulated around three result areas:

• Result One Strategic Planning, Health Financing and Capacity Strengthened: National health strategy, related policies and action plans developed; health financing options identified; provider payment mechanisms reviewed; and capacity of the Ministry of Health and Health Professionals Associations strengthened at all levels.

• Result Two Health Service Delivery and Quality of Health Care: Health Service Package successfully rolled out in pilot areas; options for public private partnerships identified; quality of outcomes framework and accreditation standards developed and selected quality improvements reported.

• Result Three Workforce Planning, Development and Management: Recruitment and retention targets in place; pre-service and in-service training needs assessed and partially addressed through targeted training and partnerships with training institutions; curricula upgraded and standardised; licensing standards and management tools developed and rolled out in pilot areas.

As part of the programme, model primary health care practices should be established in at least six PHC centres and six polyclinics. Selected interventions will be accelerated to help Libyan organisations and frontline workers make breakthrough improvements in quality of care and disseminate early results where they exist. In particular, the following priority areas have been selected for testing and implementation: health education and promotion, infection control, emergency departments management and triage, blood and blood products management, clinical protocols and guidelines, and laboratory-related quality improvements.

Accurate and reliable data is essential for policy making, health reform, regulation, education, health service and human resource management . Accurate and trustworthy information is simply the basis for all strategic decision making across the health care system both at national and local levels. A seamless process of health information management starts with timely data generation and collection, followed by structured compilation, synthesis and analysis.

In Libya, data collected is often not put to good use for analysis, monitoring or policymaking. There is no clear national HIS strategic plan and there is a severe shortage of trained IT staff that can develop local and national IT systems. The necessary legislations that should underpin any health care information management are lacking, particularly in as far as data protection and disclosure, and there are no national policies or guidelines on data collection and management. The data collected by the health care system is rarely systematically analysed to produce reports that can provide the basis for strategic decision-making. There are no national databases to collect information about the performance of health care professional or institutions to benchmark them at a national level.

In order to develop a modern nationwide Health Information System, a national HIS strategy and plan are urgently required. The plan should be costed and sequenced and a clear funding stream should be identified for the development of information technology resources and infrastructure. Open systems built-up over time, started as small projects have more chances for success than large scale, costly IT projects. Preference should be given to agreeing and managing systems locally, rather than imposing systems from above and the goal should be to continuously enhance systems to improve clinical decision-making and performance outcome.

IT staff should be recruited to work side by side with clinicians to develop and manage local and national heath IT systems, train clinical staff and develop their skills for the effective utilization of the system. Libya should also urgently adopt nationally agreed data collection and management standards and coding systems e.g. ICD10, procedure codes, unique patient identifiers and staff code identifiers. Legislation should be developed to govern data architecture, protection and disclosure.

Objectives of the mission

General objective of the mission

The Short-Term Expertise (STE) described in these Terms of Reference is complementary to the tasks of the long-term experts and responds to a request articulated by the Working Group (WG) on Health Service Delivery and the Ministry of Health.

The expertise mobilised will support the chair of the WG on Health Service Deliveryand the HIS Department of the Ministry of Health to:

• Assess existing health management information systems, recommend and implement priority strengthening initiatives to support HIS requirements of health service delivery and improvements in quality of care at primary health care and hospital level.

• Service HIS requirements for pilot-related monitoring, evaluation and operational research through pilot testing and scale-up of HIS in selected pilot sites.

Specific objectives of the mission

HIS Scoping Study

i) Assess existing Health Information Systems (HIS) in Libya including the accuracy and reliability of patient demographic and clinical data, emerging trends such as interface and interoperability risks.

ii) Assess existing needs for a customized HIS at the PHCs including data needs, access, acceptability, usability and ease of implementation.

iii) Analyse the scope for a unified and centralized system to be put in place and provide a menu of options for the operationalisation of such a plan including estimated costs, timeframe, knowledge, skills and resources required for a full roll out (turn-key).

iv) Respond to requests for specialist-level advice and assistance in the area of HIS policy, strategic planning, development and implementation, training, as well as in monitoring and evaluation

Design of a HIS for data capture in selected pilot sites

i) Assess user needs and expectation of system requirements, feasibility of implementation, and acceptability of adoption.

ii) Assist staff from the Ministry of Health and frontline workers in selected pilot sites to develop a monitoring and evaluation (M&E) plan, including indicator development, indicator definitions and collection of baseline information on service provision, quality of care and logistics (medicines and medical supplies).

iii) Design, develop and roll out a HIS that improves data capture, data flow, data use and storage related to health service delivery in Primary Health Care (PHC) pilots and selected quality improvements at PHC level. Data captured should include patient demographics, services provided, clinical management and clinical indicators, diagnosis of patients seen, utilisation rates, drug usage, staffing, administration and management.

iv) Provide training, tools and capacity development to streamline data collection, data management, data analysis, reporting and utilisation.

v) Apply HIS expertise to prepare evidence-based syntheses of baseline data for selected performance indicators in PHC pilots where quality improvement activities are being implemented.

vi) Oversee on-going monitoring and reporting against pilot indicators and results.

vii) Institute data quality assurance processes for continuous data quality monitoring.

viii) Provide training, tools and capacity development to upgrade the capacity of Ministry of Health staff, in particular staff from the Regional Office, to supervise staff responsible for routine data capture and data entry; and

ix) Assist the Ministry of Health and frontline workers with the preparation of data summaries and reports in user-friendly, graphic manner for routine reporting and broader dissemination;.

Expected results and deliverables

HIS Scoping Study

- Situation Analysis developed

- Scoping Study developed

- One-day workshop organised for discussion of the situation analysis, the scope for a unified system and the options

- Feedback incorporated in a Workshop Report

Design of a HIS for data capture in selected pilot sites

- M&E plan developed

- Two-day workshop organised for validation of the M&E plan, proposal for roll out and plan of action in selected pilot sites at primary health care hospital level

- Feedback incorporated in a Workshop Report and final M&E plan

- Prototype HIS developed and launched in selected pilot sites

- Training and tools delivered to Ministry of Health staff and frontline workers in pilot sites to streamline data collection, data management, data analysis and utilisation

- Quality assurance processes and tools defined including guidelines for routine data capture and data entry and supervision

- One-day workshop organised to present baseline data collected

- Feedback incorporated in a Workshop Report

- Intermediate Report prepared responding to requirements outlined under headings 1) – 2) and subheadings i) – xi)

- Final Report prepared responding to requirements outlined under headings 1) – 2) and subheadings i) – xi) and incorporating feedback on the Intermediate Report and on the draft presented.

Management of the mission

Work language: The work language is English.

Responsibilities

In the absence of the Technical Assistance team and taking into account the nature of the mission (STE), the expert will report directly to the chair of the WG on Health Service Delivery and the HIS Department of the Ministry of Health.

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

Timetable

The duration of the mission is up to 72 working days and take place during 2014. The mission might be divided into 2-3 visits of 4-5 weeks duration each spread over a one year to allow time for training, gradual implementation and outcome assessments.

The tasks to be completed by the expert in total are as follows:

- Validate the outline of the report to be submitted including projected division of tasks by each of the three missions The outline will be reviewed and confirmed by the chair of the WG on Health Service Delivery, the chair of the WG on Quality of Care and the HIS Department of the Ministry of Health and address headings 1) – 2) and subheadings i) – xi) described under section 3.2. The outline will assist all parties clarifying deliverables and expectations.

- Discuss the findings of the situation analysis, the scope for a unified HIS system and the options available.

- Conduct a workshop/meeting to validate the M&E plan, the proposal for roll out and the plan of action in selected pilot sites.

- Submit an intermediate report that should be circulated for comments amongst members of the WG on Health Service Delivery and HIS Department of the Ministry of Health, and chairs of other Working Groups (if deemed relevant).

- Provide training and tools to Ministry of Health staff and frontline workers in pilot sites to streamline data collection, data management, data analysis and utilisation and includes working with the Champion of medical record improvement through the Quality of Care Working group.

- Launch the HIS in selected pilot sites and organise a one-day workshop to present baseline data collected.

- Provide quality assurance processes and tools including guidelines for routine data capture and data entry and supervision.

- At least three days prior to the end of each mission the expert shall deliver a report of the work accomplished during that particular mission, which should have incorporated feedback from the chair of the WG on Health Service Delivery, the chair of the WG on Quality of Care and the HIS Department of the Ministry of Health and the plans and date for the next mission.

Profile of the expert

Experience

- A minimum of 10 years consultancy experience in facilitation of health information system strengthening, including central level coordination and systems integration, and sub-national strengthening for quality collection, analysis, dissemination and use of health information.

- Proven experience in designing, developing, implementing and maintaining information systems in order to monitor, support and evaluate large-scale programme activities.

- Proficiency in training and capacity building to enable managers and institutions to improve information systems and utilise data for decision making.

- Solid understanding of the role of HIS in supporting planning, management and evaluation.

- Experience and skills in identifying strategic information needs, collecting, analysing and synthesising data and presenting data in a succinct and user-friendly manner.

- Ability to understand and assimilate new Health Management Information Systems approaches, as well as health programme design, management and implementation approaches.

- Strong communications skills to ensure effective working relationships with government institutions, national and international working partners.

- Proven writing and editing skills, with a strong command of English and ability to convey complex ideas in a clear and direct style.

- Previous experience working with District Health Information Systems (DHIS) highly desirable.

- Working knowledge of Arabic desirable.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in health informatics, public health, systems/business analysis or business and management

Reports

The report should specifically address headings and subheadings outlined under section.
The report shall also summarise the main activities implemented, potential constraints encountered, the measures taken or to be taken (by the expert, the EU LHSS programme or the Ministry of Health) to ensure the achievement of the objectives and the expected results. Further, the report shall deliver an analysis of potential gaps with regards to the expected results as well as recommendations for the roll out of the basic health care package.

Delivery and approval of reports

A draft report will be delivered electronically to the Technical Assistance Team. All documents delivered by the expert shall receive prior approval by the chair of the WG on Health Service Delivery, the chair of the WG on Quality of Care and the HIS Department of the Ministry of Health. It will further be approved by the Project Manager (the European Union) and at the Consultant (EUNIDA/GIZ).Assignment period: up to 72 working days completed in two to three visits over a one year period.The intended commencement date is January 2014

How to apply:

If you are interested, please do not hesitate to apply until 10th October 2013 via email (CV and letter of motivation).

Email: matthieu.david@giz.de ;

Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH