CHARITY JOBS IN AFRICA

Organization: COSV
Country: South Sudan
Closing date: 15 Nov 2014

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Project Manager will be responsible for:

· Monitoring and supervision of the ongoing projects;

· Elaboration of administrative planning: it implies the elaboration of the project financial planning and of the co-financing; furthermore, it implies to prepare monthly requests for funds:

· Administrative supervision: it implies the administrative control and observance of ECHO procedures;

· Drafting of intermediate and final narrative reports;

· Supporting the preparation of accounting documents permitting the Administration to prepare financial reports

· Relationships with partners and local authorities: it implies to establish and maintain political and operational relationships with local partners and local authorities (at central and local level);

· Managing of relationships with donors, in collaboration with the Country Representative/Country Coordinator;

· Gathering information about the context: it implies the analysis and the monitoring of social, political and economic context of the country/of the region to improve the Organization’s knowledge;

· Researching new project possibilities

JOB REQUIREMENTS

· At least 2 years’ professional experience on the field, within international NGOs or humanitarian organizations, in emergency settings.

· Experience working with and coordinating with donors including ECHO, UN, and knowledge of specific donor guidelines and priorities.

· Demonstrated skills and experience working within NGO finance, security and operational frameworks

· Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of M&E, ECHO and UN procedures; formulating project proposal and report development

· Demonstrated experience in HR management, particularly in a multi-cultural environment

· University Degree preferably post graduate degree in a relevant field of study (Management, Social Sciences and International Development etc.). Academic background in emergency/Humanitarian Aid, Nutrition and/or health/IDPs preferably.

· Proficient knowledge of ENGLISH (spoken and written)

· Fluent in Italian would be an added value

· Previous experience in working in isolated location preferably

BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES

· Strong organizational and problem-solving skills with analytic approach.

· Ability to work and live in team.

· Flexibility, capacity of managing stress, good diplomatic skills

· Ability to live and work in an rural, isolated and changing environment

Duration: 6 months

From November 2014 to April 2015

How to apply:

To apply, please, send an update cv and a cover letter to hr@cosv.org by November the 15th. Specific in the object: Project Mangaer ECHO/RW.

Cosv reserves the right to contact only the candidates that will suite the requirements.

Organization: Oxfam GB
Country: Liberia, Sierra Leone
Closing date: 31 Oct 2014

Oxfam works with others to overcome poverty and suffering. As an Oxfam employee, you will join a team of professionals that is part of the international confederation of 17 organizations networked together in 94 countries. As part of a global movement for change, we are working together to end world poverty and injustice.

Oxfam is scaling up significantly in Sierra Leone and Liberia, aiming to reach up to 4 million people in the two countries. If we are going to meet this challenge, we need a team of skilled humanitarian specialists.

As a result we are looking to recruit experienced staff in a number of positions as soon as possible:

• Programme Managers
• Public Health Engineers
• Public Health Promoters
• Logistics Managers
• Communications Specialists

Please use the links to apply for the relevant position if you are interested in being part of our emergency response.

Due to the rapid scale up we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. We will only contact those short-listed for the positions and may appoint prior to the closing date.

How to apply:

All applications must be submitted in English and include an English CV.

Applications should be submitted through our online system. For further information about the role and to apply please go to:

Programme Managers: https://jobs.oxfam.org.uk/vacancy/1624/description

Public Health Engineers: https://jobs.oxfam.org.uk/vacancy/1625/description

Public Health Promoters: https://jobs.oxfam.org.uk/vacancy/1626/description

Logistics Managers: https://jobs.oxfam.org.uk/vacancy/1627/description

Communications Specialists: https://jobs.oxfam.org.uk/vacancy/1642/description

Organization: Save the Children
Country: Kenya
Closing date: 24 Oct 2014

Code: SCI2 WASH

Under the general direction and guidance of the Director of Programme Development and Quality ensure all WASH programming is well designed, of excellent technical quality and contributes to Save the Children’s strategic objectives, national/global learning and advocacy. The WASH Technical Advisor (TA) is expected to provide technical advice and support to project staff to ensure programming objectives are successfully achieved, with frequent visits to the field to support – and lead as necessary - high quality programme implementation. The WASH TA must be willing to embrace a child rights programming approach and represent Save the Children in key national working groups. He/she will support the overall country strategic intent to focus on risk reduction, adaptation and resiliency in light of a changing context in East Africa. For more details upload attached job profile..

How to apply:

Interested candidates are required to submit a CV and mandatory cover letter to kenya.jobapplications@savethechildren.org indicating the Position Title Code on the subject line by 24^th October 2014. Due to the urgency of this position, applications will be reviewed as and when they are received.

Organization: Social Impact
Country: Zimbabwe
Closing date: 01 Dec 2014

Team Leader, DFID/Zimbabwe Program Monitoring, Reporting and Evaluation (MR&E) Livelihoods and Food Security Program (LFSP), Zimbabwe

Background:

Social Impact (SI) is a Washington, DC-area international development management consulting firm. We provide a full range of innovative program evaluation, management consulting, technical assistance, and training services to strengthen international development programs, organizations and policies. Our global services are in the areas of democracy and governance, health and education, agriculture, the environment, and economic growth.

Objective:

The proposed two-year M&E services contract is to assist DFID to design and implement a monitoring, reporting, and evaluation strategy and provide M&E technical assistance for the Livelihoods and Food Security Program (LFSP). The overall aim of the four year, £45 million program is to improve the food and nutrition security of smallholders in the following eight districts: Mutare, Makoni, Mutasa, Shurugwi, Guruve, Mt Darwin, Gokwe South and Kwekwe.

SI is seeking a full-time Team Leader to oversee and guide all project activities, provide supervision to the design and implementation of evaluations and monitoring assignments, and serve as the primary liaison to the DFID office.

Responsibilities and Tasks:

• Develop the work plan and budget, coordinate activities, arrange and lead periodic meetings, consolidate individual input from team members, and coordinate the process of assembling the final findings and recommendations into high-quality document;
• Write the final report in concert with the Senior M&E Specialist;
• Lead the preparation and presentation of the key evaluation findings and recommendations to the DFID/Zimbabwe team and other stakeholders;
• Provide overall leadership for the team and be the principal liaison with DFID;
• Oversee implementation of a robust baseline for the LFSP program;
• Lead the design and implementation of a monitoring system for gathering data and information to assess implementation progress;
• Consolidate quarterly and annual program reports;
• Provide necessary feedback to the lead management organizations (MO);
• Track progress against target results as set out in the Business Case, parent log frame and project proposals;
• Inform DFID-led annual reviews by required reports and monitoring information;
• Oversee the Senior M&E Specialist in carrying out thematic and formative evaluations e.g. cross cutting issues such as gender, power relations and innovative approaches within the program;
• Oversee the Senior M&E Specialist in implementing a program impact mid-term review and impact final evaluation, and;
• Consider a follow-up evaluation around two years after the program has ended to ascertain the sustainability of the program.

Qualifications:

• A minimum of a Master’s Degree in development studies, political science, law, international relations, monitoring and evaluation, or related field;
• Ten years of professional experience of designing, implementing, monitoring and analyzing qualitative and quantitative research and evaluation;
• Demonstrated ability to employ a range of different and innovative methodologies in complex, multi-component development programs;
• Experience of evaluating rural development programs;
• Experience of working in Southern Africa and Zimbabwe is desirable;
• Extensive international experience;
• Demonstrated socio-economic and strategic analysis skills;
• Excellent written communication skills, especially drafting evaluations, assessments, and reports;
• Prior experience on DFID activities or DFID evaluations strongly preferred.

How to apply:

To apply, kindly submit your CV and cover letter at https://socialimpact.devhire.devex.com/jobs/330199

To learn more about Social Impact, please visit our website: http://www.socialimpact.com

We will contact only eligible candidates to further discuss their availability. Please no phone calls. Social Impact is an equal opportunity employer.

Organization: World Vision
Country: Sudan
Closing date: 06 Nov 2014

PURPOSE OF POSITION:
Provide strategic support and technical guidance to the Accountability, Monitoring and Evaluation (A,M&E) processes in World Vision Sudan. Ensuring the adherence of key A,M& E principles, practices and approaches for program and field level staff in coordination with the Ministry Quality Director and Operations Manager/Director. Work closely with the Programs Ministry Quality Director and Program Officer to design evidence-based projects which align with and support the overall program framework, set up and support teams to carry out the monitoring system, ensure management and other decision makers have timely and accurate information regarding the progress of projects, and ensure the program accurately measures its impact in communities (by supporting the baseline and evaluation survey processes).

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Design:

• Work closely with Ministry Quality Director and Sector Managers to ensure overall design aligns with programmatic framework, log frame indicators are realistic, measurable and aligned with Sphere (and LEAP), and that targets reflect intended outcomes and the proposals are done as per the identified gap.
• Ensure that project/ programme baselines are carried out as per the World Vision standards.
• Coordinate/facilitate dissemination of baseline findings (via workshop, sharing report with other agencies).

Monitoring:

• Work with the M&E team, program officers and other key staff to design and implement an effective monitoring and accountability system for World Vision Northern Sudan (WVNS) programs that will help to track the organization’s efforts in program/project implementation and assist program documentation
• Take lead in the monitoring of child wellbeing (CWB) outcomes and compilation of annual CWB report.
• In collaboration with the sector managers, provide assistance to programme staff and local partners in understanding program performance monitoring and reporting requirements.
• Ensure that monitoring outputs (dashboards, monthly reports, LEAP data base etc.) are generated accurately, reflect the status of progress toward reaching targets, and are disseminated in a timely manner to managers for effective decision-making.
• Work on regular monitoring reports and review monthly, quarterly, bi-annual, and annual and end-of-project reports, primarily for ongoing projects.

Evaluation:

• In close coordination with Program Management to plan and implement evaluations as appropriate (mid-tem, grant-specific and end of program/ project) according to agreed upon evaluation plans and according to LEAP principles and standards. This will include adequate forward planning and sharing of the evaluation finding.
• Follow through to ensure action plans for evaluation recommendations are developed, and monitor their implementation.

Capacity Building:

• Actively engage in knowledge and skills transfer of Accountability, DME systems/functions and initiatives to field staff.

Representation:

• Maintain external relations with partners and donors by attending meetings and workshops both locally, regionally and internationally.
• Provide support in the preparation of the organization’s annual operating plan, Sector/States and Strategies and National Office strategy.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

Required:

1. Master's degree in Social Sciences, Statistics or a related field from accredited university.
2. At least 3-5 years of previous experience in Design, Monitoring and Evaluation in INGO in a relief and / or development context. At least two years of field-based work in a similar, conflict-prone environment is required.
3. Have the experience of handling negotiations with the Government, Bi / Multi-lateral Agencies, private donors.
4. Knowledge and awareness of Sudan context.
5. Experience in working in a cross-cultural environment.
6. Strong knowledge and understanding of humanitarian industry (relief, development, and advocacy), including how INGOs operate in the global and local contexts. Understanding WV current ministry and operations is critical.
7. Broad understanding and in-depth knowledge of government and bi/multilateral agency requirements and systems.
8. Skills in project Design, Monitoring and Evaluation.
9. Understanding of World Vision’s Child wellbeing objectives, LEAP/IPM processes.
10. Advanced skills in statistical data management.
11. Excellent English Language communication skills (oral and written).
12. Outstanding analytical/problem-solving skills and proven attention to detail in the development of written documents.
13. Knowledge of World Vision’s initiatives and field operations.
14. Clear understanding of donor relations with a track record of successful grant management.
15. Documented and traceable experience in program development, writing reports as well as evidence of donor engagement.
16. Understand and be familiar with LEAP DME framework.
17. Cross-cultural sensitivity, flexible worldview, emotional maturity and physical stamina.
18. Ability to maintain performance expectations in diverse cultural contexts, psychologically stressful environments, and physical hardship conditions with limited resources.
19. Commitment to World Vision Core Values and Mission Statement. Agreement with World Vision’s Christian ethos.
20. Ability to exhibit exemplary lifestyle as interpreted in specific local cultural context.
21. Adept in expressing ideas thoughts and concepts clearly and effectively.
22. Computer Skills: Demonstrates effective computer skills including use of SPSS, Microsoft Office Suite, Lotus Notes.

Preferred:

1. Prior knowledge and or willingness to learn Arabic.

How to apply:

https://jobs.wvi.org/webjobs.nsf/WebPublished/01F0326EFBB9A45788257D7100...

Organization: ACRA - Cooperazione Rurale in Africa e America Latina
Country: United Republic of Tanzania
Closing date: 31 Oct 2014

ACRACCS is considering the appointment of a qualified Programme Manager to be responsible for project implementation at management, administrative and institutional level and to ensure the proper application of EC procedures. PM will be in charge of the coordination with all the co-applicants and liaises with the Donors, and local authorities in the field and at national level. He will ensure policy dialogue and identification of new interventions.

Location

Lugarawa Village, Ludewa District, Njombe Region, Tanzania

Project Title

Hydroelectric Energy for 20 Isolated Rural Villages in the Ludewa District, Tanzania

Type contract: one-year renewable

Monthly Global: 4.000,00 and however according to the candidate’s experience

Location of the field office: Lugarawa Village

Timeframe

Estimated from November 2014, 1 year contract, renewable

Main Task and Responsibilities

Under the supervision of the HQ Energy Programme Manager and the HQ Desk Officer at the , the PM will be in charge of multitask functions regarding the execution of the Project named “Hydroelectric Energy for 20 isolated Rural villages in the Ludewa District, Tanzania”, funded by European Commission (10th European Development Fund – Energy Facility II).

The main objective of the project is to increase access to modern, affordable and sustainable energy services for the benefit of the entire local population, social services (schools, dispensaries) and local businesses in 20 villages. The proposed project intends to sell excess energy to Tanesco because it will make the project economically viable from the outset. By the end of the project, the plant will be handed over to an Energy Users Entity (EUE) whose owners will be mainly the Hospital of Lugarawa (owned by the Catholic Diocese of Njombe) and the 20 served villages. The revenue will be used primarily for the maintenance and the depreciation of the facility, but also to support social services and economic development.

Reports to:

HQ Energy Programme Officer

Main tasks and responsibilities:

Project Management:

• Supervise project implementation to ensure timely delivery of project activities.
• Establish and maintain a steady and active collaboration with all national level authorities (REA, EWURA, NEMC, MEM) and the main actors operating in the energy sector.
• Ensure accurate and timely reporting of activities according to ACRACCS, donor and other applicable timeframes and formats.
• Prepare Terms of References and tender documents for service providers and suppliers.
• Oversee all tender processes and ensure timely procurement of required project inputs and materials according to the procurement plan.
• Establish a M&E system, supervise data collection on program indicators and revise them according to the achievement of the Project objectives.
• Establish together with the staff and partners detailed Annual Action Plans, periodically updated
• Participate in project evaluations and assist in the analysis of the results, assess project impact and effective use of resources.
• Recruit and manage project staff, ensuring security condition, clarity over project plans and priorities and encouraging effective team work.
• Supervise regular maintenance of Project equipment and cars.
• Manage the project budget for the assigned project and ensure all expenses are according to budget and meet ACRACCS standards with regard to financial management, including accountability and good governance.
• Comply with ACRACCS policies and practice with respect to code of conduct, safety, equal opportunities and other relevant policies and procedures.

ACRA-CCS Programme Support*:*

• Participate in national energy sector meetings/events representing ACRACCS and maintain constant dialogue with the HQ Energy Programme Manager.
• Develop and maintain appropriate, regular, transparent and supportive communication structures with the assigned project staff, as well as other relevant stakeholders (e.g. beneficiaries, community leaders, local and national government officials and other NGOs), with the objective of ensuring good cooperation and partnerships.
• Assist the HQ Energy Programme Manager to develop and implement an appropriate and effective energy sector strategy, setting clear objectives and indicators for energy activities in consultation with other energy actors present in the Country.
• Develop approaches, methodologies and models for renewable energy interventions together with the HQ Energy Programme Manager
• Develop new proposals and revise ACRA-CCS energy country strategy, in conjunction with HQ Programme Energy.

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

Mandatory

• Degree in Engineering, Civil Construction or related. A diploma in civil engineering or related could be sufficient if coupled Knowledge in renewable energies
• with strong working field experience
• Specific experience of managing infrastructural projects, possibly in renewable energies development, with minimum 7 years’ experience
• Experience in managing projects funded by the EC, minimum 7 years’ experience
• Proved experience in managing tender procedures and dealing with bidder and contracts, proven knowledge of EU PRAG
• Experience in working with administrative and technical local Authorities, supporting capacity building activities and coordination mechanisms
• Good knowledge of monitoring and evaluation
• Good knowledge and experience in participatory approaches
• Good project proposal writing skills as well as excellent reporting skills
• Fluent in written and spoken English
• The capacity and willingness to be extremely flexible and accommodating in difficult working circumstances.
• Mastering of MS Office package, Internet, e-mail
• International Driving License

Desirable

• Knowledge in natural resource management
• Knowledge of accounting software, GIS systems, statistical packages
• Knowledge of Italian and Kiswahili
• Experience or knowledge of working in East African Countries
• Experience of participation in international forums.

How to apply:

Interested persons should send their Curriculum Vitae with (2) two references and a Cover Letter (no more than 1 page) in English to: rosannadellera@acraccs.org , indicating in the object REF: EnergyLuga PM 2014/2

Please do not send certificates and diplomas through e-mail: they will be requested only from pre-selected candidates.

Please, send us your application only if you met the mandatory qualifications and experiences mentioned above.

Only pre-selected candidates will be contacted.

Organization: ACRA - Cooperazione Rurale in Africa e America Latina
Country: United Republic of Tanzania
Closing date: 31 Oct 2014

ACRACCS is considering the appointment of a qualified Programme Manager to be responsible for project implementation at management, administrative and institutional level and to ensure the proper application of EC procedures. PM will be in charge of the coordination with all the co-applicants and liaises with the Donors, and local authorities in the field and at national level. He will ensure policy dialogue and identification of new interventions.

Location

Lugarawa Village, Ludewa District, Njombe Region, Tanzania

Project Title

Hydroelectric Energy for 20 Isolated Rural Villages in the Ludewa District, Tanzania

Type contract: one-year renewable

Monthly Global: 4.000,00 and however according to the candidate’s experience

Location of the field office: Lugarawa Village

Timeframe

Estimated from November 2014, 1 year contract, renewable

Main Task and Responsibilities

Under the supervision of the HQ Energy Programme Manager and the HQ Desk Officer at the , the PM will be in charge of multitask functions regarding the execution of the Project named “Hydroelectric Energy for 20 isolated Rural villages in the Ludewa District, Tanzania”, funded by European Commission (10th European Development Fund – Energy Facility II).

The main objective of the project is to increase access to modern, affordable and sustainable energy services for the benefit of the entire local population, social services (schools, dispensaries) and local businesses in 20 villages. The proposed project intends to sell excess energy to Tanesco because it will make the project economically viable from the outset. By the end of the project, the plant will be handed over to an Energy Users Entity (EUE) whose owners will be mainly the Hospital of Lugarawa (owned by the Catholic Diocese of Njombe) and the 20 served villages. The revenue will be used primarily for the maintenance and the depreciation of the facility, but also to support social services and economic development.

Reports to:

HQ Energy Programme Officer

Main tasks and responsibilities:

Project Management:

• Supervise project implementation to ensure timely delivery of project activities.
• Establish and maintain a steady and active collaboration with all national level authorities (REA, EWURA, NEMC, MEM) and the main actors operating in the energy sector.
• Ensure accurate and timely reporting of activities according to ACRACCS, donor and other applicable timeframes and formats.
• Prepare Terms of References and tender documents for service providers and suppliers.
• Oversee all tender processes and ensure timely procurement of required project inputs and materials according to the procurement plan.
• Establish a M&E system, supervise data collection on program indicators and revise them according to the achievement of the Project objectives.
• Establish together with the staff and partners detailed Annual Action Plans, periodically updated
• Participate in project evaluations and assist in the analysis of the results, assess project impact and effective use of resources.
• Recruit and manage project staff, ensuring security condition, clarity over project plans and priorities and encouraging effective team work.
• Supervise regular maintenance of Project equipment and cars.
• Manage the project budget for the assigned project and ensure all expenses are according to budget and meet ACRACCS standards with regard to financial management, including accountability and good governance.
• Comply with ACRACCS policies and practice with respect to code of conduct, safety, equal opportunities and other relevant policies and procedures.

ACRA-CCS Programme Support*:*

• Participate in national energy sector meetings/events representing ACRACCS and maintain constant dialogue with the HQ Energy Programme Manager.
• Develop and maintain appropriate, regular, transparent and supportive communication structures with the assigned project staff, as well as other relevant stakeholders (e.g. beneficiaries, community leaders, local and national government officials and other NGOs), with the objective of ensuring good cooperation and partnerships.
• Assist the HQ Energy Programme Manager to develop and implement an appropriate and effective energy sector strategy, setting clear objectives and indicators for energy activities in consultation with other energy actors present in the Country.
• Develop approaches, methodologies and models for renewable energy interventions together with the HQ Energy Programme Manager
• Develop new proposals and revise ACRA-CCS energy country strategy, in conjunction with HQ Programme Energy.

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

Mandatory

• Degree in Engineering, Civil Construction or related. A diploma in civil engineering or related could be sufficient if coupled Knowledge in renewable energies
• with strong working field experience
• Specific experience of managing infrastructural projects, possibly in renewable energies development, with minimum 7 years’ experience
• Experience in managing projects funded by the EC, minimum 7 years’ experience
• Proved experience in managing tender procedures and dealing with bidder and contracts, proven knowledge of EU PRAG
• Experience in working with administrative and technical local Authorities, supporting capacity building activities and coordination mechanisms
• Good knowledge of monitoring and evaluation
• Good knowledge and experience in participatory approaches
• Good project proposal writing skills as well as excellent reporting skills
• Fluent in written and spoken English
• The capacity and willingness to be extremely flexible and accommodating in difficult working circumstances.
• Mastering of MS Office package, Internet, e-mail
• International Driving License

Desirable

• Knowledge in natural resource management
• Knowledge of accounting software, GIS systems, statistical packages
• Knowledge of Italian and Kiswahili
• Experience or knowledge of working in East African Countries
• Experience of participation in international forums.

How to apply:

Interested persons should send their Curriculum Vitae with (2) two references and a Cover Letter (no more than 1 page) in English to: rosannadellera@acraccs.org , indicating in the object REF: EnergyLuga PM 2014/2

Please do not send certificates and diplomas through e-mail: they will be requested only from pre-selected candidates.

Please, send us your application only if you met the mandatory qualifications and experiences mentioned above.

Only pre-selected candidates will be contacted.