CHARITY JOBS IN AFRICA

Organization: ACDI/VOCA
Country: Ghana
Closing date: 15 Nov 2014

For over 50 years and in 145 countries, ACDI/VOCA has empowered people in developing and transitional nations to succeed in the global economy. Based in Washington, D.C., ACDI/VOCA is a nonprofit international development organization that delivers technical and management assistance in agribusiness, financial services, enterprise development, community development and food security in order to promote broad-based economic growth and vibrant civil society. ACDI/VOCA currently has approximately 46 projects in 31 countries and revenues of $173 million.

Chief of Party, Ghana

We are seeking Chief of Party candidate for the anticipated USDA-funded Ghana Food for Progress project. The goal of this projects is to support the development of the agricultural value chain in Ghana through increased agricultural productivity and expanded trade of agricultural products domestically, regionally, and internationally. The Chief of Party will be responsible for the planning, development, and management of all projects activities.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall program management, develop a strong, coherent technical vision, and initiate innovative strategies across the program
• Manage relationships with local organizations, private sector stakeholders, and government bodies
• Develop and implement annual work plans and Project Monitoring Plan (PMP)
• Supervise program operations, and technical and administrative personnel
• Provide periodic written and oral reports to USDA and ACDI/VOCA headquarters
• Ensure effective contract management, reporting, communications and relationship management with USAID

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in international development or other related field required
• Minimum of 15 years of progressively senior international experience implementing development programs
• Experience managing complex programs in a post-conflict environment
• Demonstrated Team Leader or Chief of Party Experience
• Previous USDA or USAID experience required
• Excellent communication and reporting skills
• Fluency in English required, proficiency in regional languages preferred

How to apply:

Please apply online at http://acdivoca.maxhire.net/cp/?E5556D361D43515B7E59192F7757186906627B4D.No phone calls please. Only finalists contacted. Women and minorities encouraged to apply. EOE.

Organization: World Food Programme
Country: Egypt
Closing date: 13 Nov 2014

The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) is the world's largest humanitarian agency, fighting hunger worldwide. We are seeking to fill the position of Regional Staff Counsellor at the P3 level, based in our Regional Bureau Office in Cairo, Egypt.

Under the general supervision and guidance of the Chief of the Staff Counselling Unit, the Regional Staff Counselor will be responsible for the following key duties for the Cairo Regional Bureau which is comprised of 11+ Country Offices:

• Provide psychological counseling and support services to WFP staff and immediate family members in the Country Offices in the OMC region;
• Psychological counseling and support services will include; assessment, one-on-one and group counseling, treatment planning, preparation for deployment to new duty stations, and occasional formal reports on clients;
• Perform individual psychological assessments in cases where a staff member is experiencing more extreme difficulty and/or presenting with serious mental-health symptoms or syndromes; liaise with the medical officer or other mental health resources, as needed;
• Provide support and advice to Country Directors and other managers and supervisors on healthy work place practices and how to effectively support staff; assist with resolving interpersonal conflicts;
• Design and conduct workshops on a wide range of topics including stress management, team-building, problem-solving, communication, conflict resolution, etc;
• Provide debriefings and crisis counselling to individuals and/or groups in emergencies or after critical incidents;
• Collaborate with the WFP Medical Unit, the Security Unit, the Ombudsman, the Human Resources Department, and other offices when necessary to address problems raised by staff members;
• Support missions to Country Offices may also focus on such areas as resolving work-place conflicts, reducing work-related stress, skill building and team building, or assistance with down-sizing and changes in Country Office operations;
• Maintain the WFP Peer Support Volunteer Network in the region through training and supervision; training materials and related protocols already exist;
• Ensure that Country Office security plans include provisions to provide for the psychosocial needs of staff during emergencies and following critical incidents;
• Work with DSS-CISMU (Department of Safety & Security – Critical Incident Stress Management Unit) and other Agency Staff Counselors and Peer Support Volunteers in the region during emergencies and extreme critical incidents;
• Identify and liaise with local regional mental health resources that can be used for referrals or in times of crisis;
• Contribute to information and materials about stress and stress management through the Unit website or printed media. Professional articles are encouraged;
• Complete administrative duties such as participating in professional conferences, planning budget and programs for the regions, completing reporting requirements, contributing to policy and guideline documents, etc;
• Refer staff to outside mental health professionals or facilities, as recommended;
• The position requires periodic travel to County Offices in the region and delivery of psychosocial-support services, including workshops, individual counseling, and management consultations;
• Conduct support missions to other WFP regions if required and as directed by the Unit chief.

Qualifications & Experience Required

Education:

• Advanced university degree (Masters, Doctorate, or equivalent) in psychology, psychiatry, counseling, or other mental health profession.
• Must be a licensed or registered as a psychologist, psychiatrist, or counselor, or an equivalent in their country of origin.
• Additional training, certification, or experience in a range of related fields, such as alcohol/substance abuse, stress management, critical incident stress management, cross-cultural communication, conflict resolution, trauma, etc. will also be considered.

Experience:

• Minimum six (6) years of progressively responsible professional post graduate experience in the field of mental health is required.
• Experience with other UN Agencies, International Humanitarian Organizations, or Employee Assistance Programs considered essential.
• Experience working in hardship duty stations or providing counseling services to staff working in very difficult and hazardous environments, desired.

Technical Skills & Knowledge:

• Very good working knowledge of technology tools such as PowerPoint, Excel and Word.
• Broad knowledge of all facets of the field of counseling and an ability to create an environment in which others can talk confidentially and act without fear or repercussions within a climate of established trust;

Competencies:

• Excellent communication skills (oral, written and presentation) including the ability to defend and explain difficult issues and positions to staff at all levels;
• Ability to identify clients' needs and suggest appropriate solutions;
• Ability to establish and maintain productive partnerships with clients, as well as with other professional offices in the organization;
• Ability to operate effectively across organizational boundaries and establish and maintain effective working relationships in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity.
• Ability to maintain professional confidentiality at all times.

Language:

• Fluency in oral and written English with an intermediate knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian and Spanish) or Portuguese (one of WFP’s working languages).
• Advanced command of Arabic is desired

How to apply:

Go to: http://i-recruitment.wfp.org/vacancies/14-0015691

Step 1: Register and create your online CV.

Step 2: Click on “Description” to read the position requirements and “Apply” to submit your application.

NOTE: You must complete Step 1 and 2 in order for your application to be considered for this vacancy.

Deadline for applications:13 November 2014

Organization: Save the Children
Country: Guinea
Closing date: 11 Nov 2014

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

How to apply:

Application Email: Please apply with a covering letter and up-to-date CV to: 'nfoames.68778.3830@savethechildrenint.aplitrak.com'

Organization: Save the Children
Country: Guinea
Closing date: 11 Nov 2014

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

How to apply:

Application Email: Please apply with a covering letter and up-to-date CV to: 'nfoames.68778.3830@savethechildrenint.aplitrak.com'

Organization: Spark
Country: Burundi
Closing date: 11 Nov 2014

SPARK develops higher education and entrepreneurship, so that young ambitious people are empowered to lead their conflict-affected society into prosperity. SPARK is a dynamic and growing not-for-profit development organization with 80 staff members that helps young entrepreneurs to start or grow their own businesses.SPARK is achieving its mission by organizing business plan competitions, business skills training, SME coaching and mentoring, business incubation, SME financing, intensive higher vocational summer courses, curriculum development and quality assurance at universities and higher vocational education institutions.

SPARK focuses on small and growing businesses, in post conflict states such as, and not limited to: Burundi, Kosovo, Liberia, Mali, Palestinian Territories, Rwanda, Somalia and South Sudan.

SPARK Burundi is currently looking to fill the position of:

Project Manager (m/f) (full-time)

to lead and manage the programme for establishing Agribusiness Incubation Centres in Cibitoke, Bururi and Rumonge. This is a new programme (starting in 2014), financially supported by the Embassy of the Netherlands in Burundi.

Tasks and responsibilities

• Establish viable and sustainable partnerships with local authorities and institutions for the incubation centres;
• Oversee the construction and/or renovation of the insfrastructure for the sites.
• Recruit incubation centre staff and develop the training and coaching programme;
• Conduct (together with local experts) value chain studies and market/feasibility studies;
• Establishing centres and operationalization of the programme objectives;
• Develop and oversee the suite of services to be offered at the centres.
• Establish a network of business development service providers in the regions;
• Elaborate on how the target groups can be reached, constructively involved and benefit from the programme;
• Project management, administration and reporting.

Requirements and skills

• More than 7 years of experience in project management and in international development;
• More than 2 years experience working with business incubation centers, preferably with an agribusiness focus.
• Masters diploma or equivalent, preferably in a field related to agribusiness, international development or business administration, or significant work experience in the field;
• Good knowledge of the (rural) business environment in Burundi and the region;
• Experience in conducting value chain analysis and market research;
• Experienced trainer/coach, with a particular focus on business development;
• Fluent in French and English;
• Responsible and honest;
• Excellent computer skills and good knowledge of outlook, excel, ppt and word;
• Good team worker while able to work independently;
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines;
• Excellent communication and social skills and able to work in multicultural setting

SPARK offers

• Contract for 40 hours/week for 1 year with possibility for extension;
• Salary negotiable, depending on experience;
• International environment and dynamic working experience.

How to apply:

For more information, please visit the SPARK website: www.spark-online.org. If you are interested, please email your letter of motivation and your CV to bujumbura[at]spark-online before 11 November 2014.Reference: Vacancy Project Manager SPARK Burundi. Inquiries about the position can be made through email only.

Organization: Deutsche Welthungerhilfe e. V. (German Agro Action)
Country: Central African Republic
Closing date: 09 Nov 2014

The position is to be filled as soon as possible and is initially limited to a 12-month period. The operational site is Bangui in the Central African Republic. Duty trips are required, bearing in mind the security situation.

Job objectives and tasks

As an Agricultural Expert (m/f), you will support and advise the programme leadership in implementing Welthungerhilfe’s projects in the project region according to the prescribed content, organisational, temporal and financial framework.

Your most important tasks:

• Planning, implementing and monitoring agricultural measures in the scope of Welthungerhilfe’s projects, result and impact control (incl. documentation)
• Consulting and organisation/implementation of training for local staff, partner organisations and authorities
• Consulting and quality control of the procurement of agricultural input
• Support of the planning and drafting of new projects in the fields of agriculture and food security with regard to current ecological/environment-related and security relevant problems
• Development of suggestions for improvement of agricultural production and marketing methods in co-operation with local partners
• Representing Welthungerhilfe in specialist work groups, workshops etc.

As a qualified applicant, you possess:

• a university/university of applied sciences degree in international agricultural sciences, rural development, geography or a comparable specialised qualification suitable to the position
• several years of project experience in planning and steering development-oriented transitional aid measures for international (aid) organisations, preferably in crisis regions
• a high level of communication skills and intercultural dexterity in consulting and training of international and local staff or interest groups
• good mental and physical resilience and willingness for duty trips in areas of volatile local conditions
• co-operation and team skills
• co-ordination and organisation skills even under heavy work pressure
• business fluent in French and very good English language skills (orally and written), good German skills are advantageous

We offer you co-operation in a highly dedicated team and a responsible scope of tasks. Of course, a comprehensive training is also part of our offer.

How to apply:

Please send your cover letter and CV by email stating the reference number “CAR 8814” by 9 November 2014 to Carolin Möllenbeck (recruitment.moellenbeck@welthungerhilfe.de).

Organization: UN Children's Fund
Country: Lesotho
Closing date: 14 Nov 2014

1.BACKGROUND andJUSTIFICATION

Since Phase I, the European Union (EU) supported Child Grants Programme has provided significant support to build the capacity of the Department of Social Welfare – today the Ministry of Social Development (MOSD) -to enable its staff to deliver social protection services to vulnerable populations. Among other support, there was the deployment of international technical assistance through the private firm Ayala Consulting for at least 4 full years. There have been additional significant investments to support the system and governance mechanism of the CGP. The technical assistance provided by Ayala Consulting has contributed to strengthen the CGP’s processes as well as the capacity of MOSD staff at both central and district levels to manage and monitor social protection programmes. It has also contributed to the design and implementation of several pilots (a conditional cash transfer (CCT) and an integrated social safety nets design (ISSN)) as well as the development of a Management Information System (MIS) and a National Information System for Social Assistance (NISSA).

During the CGP Mid Term Review in August 2013, the continuation of capacity building within the MoSD was identified as a key priority if the country wants to build a sustainable and comprehensive system of social protection. The capacity development strategy required should put great emphasis on strengthening the knowledge of MOSD staff in management and monitoring of social protection interventions in a way that guarantees quality of services to vulnerable households/populations.

Hence, the proposed consultancy will contribute to provide timely technical assistance to the MOSD and contribute to support the CGP team at central and district level in the management, implementation and monitoring of social protection activities including the CGP, ISSN and the integrated community development pilots.

2.Objectives

Given that Government is rapidly moving towards systems of social protection, the consultancy is required to provide on-site daily technical assistance to MOSD staff to implement social protection programmes like the CGP and ISSN; furthermore building the general capacity of MOSD staff on social protection. Expected results include:

• Finalize the design and support implementation of the ISSN pilot, including consideration of synergies with the community development activities.
• Provide technical guidance and training to MOSD staff at central and district levels to support implementation of ISSN and CCT pilots.
• Provide technical advice to MOSD staff in management, implementation and monitoring of the CGP and ISSN pilot.
• Provide technical guidance on the design of social protection initiatives.
• Provide quality assurance of activities related to CGP, ISSN and any related social protection interventions.

3.SPECIFIC TASKS

• Participate in Technical Working Group meetings and provide technical support and advise to implement recommendations.
• Provide extensive support to the ISSN pilot’s implementation throughout its project cycle.
• Provide technical guidance and orientation for CGP expansion activities including data collection, enrollment, validation and payment.
• Develop a training plan based on needs and provide on-the-job training to central and district level MoSD staff.
• Support in the monitoring and logistical planning of field activities.
• Support development of a field monitoring / spot check plan covering all social assistance programmes under the MOSD.
• Support the development and implementation of a case management strategy for CGP, ISSN and CCT involving districts and community council staff.
• Conduct/organize joint field trips with MOSD/UNICEF/EU to monitor implementation of annual work plan.
• Advise on a process evaluation to be carried out within 12 months of the start of implementation.
• Provide any social protection related support on tasks requested by MOSD management.
• Collect and document lessons learned on the field and make the appropriate recommendations to improve the current design.
• Provide support to the MOSD to draft quarterly implementation reports on social assistance activities.

4.EXPECTED DELIVERABLES

• ISSN pilot design completed and quality assurance provided for its implementation.
• Guidance, technical support, and quality assurance provided for CGP expansion activities.
• A training plan on social assistance developed.
• MOSD relevant staff trained and supported in management and monitoring of ISSN and CGP and other social assistance intervention.
• Quarterly implementation reports delivered.
• TWG and steering committee meetings recommendations monitored and implementation of recommendations supported.
• Technical assistance and quality assurance provided to NISSA expansion preparation activities.
• Monthly reports to document status of implementation of social protection workplan.

5.SUPERVISION AND PLACE OF WORK

Under the overall supervision of UNICEF Chief Social policy, the consultant will directly report to the head of the Planning Department at the MOSD given the absence of the Director Social Assistance.

The Consultant will be assigned to work directly and on a daily basis with the CGP unit staff at the Ministry of Social Development.

6.PAYMENT SCHEDULE

• Monthly payment will be issued based on the approval of the monthly implementation report by the Ministry and UNICEF. The monthly implementation report will summarize progresses on implementation of planned activities during the month. It also highlights challenges, recommendations and suggests the work plan for the next month.
• The Final payment will be linked with a full implementation report during the 9 months of consultancy. This report will document key progress, achievements, challenges and proposed recommendations.

7.DESIRED BACKGROUND AND EXPERIENCE

He/she will have following expertise:

• At least a master’s degree in development, economics or programme/project management.
• At least 7 years of professional experience in the field of programme / project management.
• Practical experience on implementation and monitoring of social protection programmes in developing countries.
• A good knowledge of social protection systems will be significant asset.
• At least 3 years of regional experience and good knowledge of working with Government.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good negotiation and leadership skills.
• Good command of IT software particularly database systems.
• Initiative and self-management.

8.GENERAL CONDITIONS: PROCEDURES AND LOGISTICS

The consultant will be based in the Ministry of Social Development. According to the field visit plan, Travel Authorizations will be delivered to him/her and DSA by UNICEF for his/her missions in the field.

9.POLICY BOTH PARTIES SHOULD BE AWARE OF:

• Under the consultancy agreements, a month is defined as 21 working days, and fees are prorated accordingly. Consultants are not paid for weekends or public holidays.
• Consultants are not entitled to payment of overtime. All remuneration must be within the contract agreement.
• No contract may commence unless the contract is signed by both UNICEF and the consultant or Contractor.
• For international consultants outside the duty station, signed contracts must be sent by fax or email.
• Signed contract copy or written agreement must be received by the office before Travel Authorization is issued.
• No consultant may travel without a signed travel authorisation prior to the commencement of the journey to the duty station.
• Unless authorised, UNICEF will buy the tickets of the consultant. In exceptional cases, the consultant may be authorised to buy their travel tickets and shall be reimbursed at the “most economical and direct route” but this must be agreed to beforehand.
• Consultants will not have supervisory responsibilities or authority on UNICEF budget.
• Consultant will be required to sign the Health statement for Consultants/Individual Contractors prior to taking up the assignment, and to document that they have appropriate health insurance, including Medical Evacuation.
• The Form 'Designation, change or revocation of beneficiary' must be completed by the consultant upon arrival, at the HR Section.

How to apply:

Interested and suitable candidates should ensure that they forward their applications (a cover letter, CV, and signed P11 form which can be downloaded at http://www.unicef.org/about/employ/files/P11.doc), quoting the indicative fee range with the title of the consultancy to: cmasilo@unicef.org, copying oniang@unicef.org

All applications should be sent by cob 14 November 2014.

Applications submitted without a fee/ rate will not be considered. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages qualified female and male candidates from all national, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of the organization.

Organization: Save the Children
Country: Guinea
Closing date: 11 Nov 2014

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

How to apply:

Application Email: Please apply with a covering letter and up-to-date CV to: 'nfoames.56986.3830@savethechildrenint.aplitrak.com'