CHARITY JOBS IN AFRICA

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

How to apply:

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

SUBMISSION GUIDELINES

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

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

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

E-mail: recruitment@icglr.org

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

The application file must contain the following documents:

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

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

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Organization: Chinko Project
Country: Central African Republic
Closing date: 31 Mar 2015

About us

The Chinko Project sustainably manages a nature reserve in the heart of Africa – one of the last pristine mosaics of wooden savannah and lowland tropical rainforest deep within the Central African Republic. This project goes beyond conservation, it aims to create stability and governance in one of the poorest regions on earth, with an endless history of corruption, depletion of natural resources and military conflicts.

We are passionate about Africa – both its people and its nature and we believe there is a way for both to coexist. The Chinko Project, as a governance body, supports local communities, protects the ecosystem, and maintains economic value through tourism – providing the key for a sustainable future for this thriving ecosystem.

www.chinkoproject.com

About the job

Responsibility for management of all program logistics; develop/implement the country logistics policies and procedures for the management of the supply chain, including procurement in CAR and abroad, transport (international and national) and distribution, warehousing and stock management, and for the management of vehicle fleets and communication systems.

The Logistic Manager will be asked to manage and support logistics staff including recruitment, ensuring appropriate team structures, clear division of responsibilities, clear objectives, and management of performance.

Provide advice and support to other Chinko Project managers on logistics issues, and collaborate with staff on budgets, technical aspects of the program, and implementation mechanisms as required.

Valued qualifications include:

• Prior experience in logistics management, within a complex/large scale programme.
• Experience in all technical areas of logistics operations including procurement, transport/distribution, warehousing and stock management, fleet management, asset management, communications, and security.
• Ability to develop/implement a complex international supply chain to support different types of programs, and coordinating resources to meet the program objectives.
• Experience with working in remote field bases with limited infrastructure.
• Experience of advising and supporting others at all levels with logistics aspects of a program, including strategic thinking and planning
• Excellent planning, management and coordination skills, with the ability to organize a substantial workload comprised of complex, diverse tasks and responsibilities.
• Professional level of oral and written English and French.
• All necessary computer, software, interpersonal, and analytical skills to ensure logistical requirements for a large scale project.

About you

You have demonstrated experiences and capabilities in management, leadership, communication, coordination and in working with a multicultural staff. You are able to motivate and guide staff working in a complex conflict environment, you are comfortable working independently and in challenging security situation. You preferably have extensive experience from an African context. You are fluent in French and English. We would like to see that you are interested in a longer term posting.

We offer

Chinko Project will offer the successful applicant a 1 year contract, renewable dependent on performance. You must be available to start work from 15st November 2014 and be willing and able to work in Bangui, with frequent field visits and travel nationally/internationally for work.

How to apply:

Apply by sending an email to jobs@chinkoproject.com

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Organization: Planète Urgence
Country: Mali
Closing date: 28 Feb 2015

Contexte

Planète Urgence est une Association française de solidarité internationale créée en 2000 et reconnue d’utilité publique (RUP) en 2009, qui a été fondée et dirigée par d’anciens responsables de Médecins du Monde, Handicap International et des chefs d’entreprise.

Le programme « Congés Solidaires© »(CS) de Planète Urgence, mis en œuvre dans 17 pays, vise trois axes d’intervention : la formation d’adultes, l’appui éducatif à des enfants, la protection de l’environnement et le recensement de la biodiversité. Planète Urgence y est partenaire de 106 associations locales, groupements villageois, artisans, collectivités territoriales, correspondants scientifiques, réseaux éducatifs ou culturels. Au travers de ces partenaires, l’Association soutient la mise en œuvre de 250 projets grâce aux transferts de compétences de plus de 500 volontaires français partant en missions courtes (deux semaines, en moyenne) chaque année.

Le programme « Environnement et Développement »(E&D) est mis en œuvre dans 4 pays d’intervention (Madagascar, Haïti, Indonésie et Mali) et mobilise les entreprises du Nord en faveur de programmes d’agroforesterie, de valorisation économique du patrimoine naturel de communautés rurales, ainsi que sur l’efficacité dans l’utilisation du bois énergie.

Planète Urgence intervient dans la région de Mopti depuis 2001 via son programme de « Congé Solidaire® » et depuis 2007 via son programme « Environnement et Développement ». Ce dernier, dont le projet Mopti Vert est l’illustration, vise à lutter contre la désertification de la région de Mopti et à renforcer la sécurité alimentaire des populations locales à travers la mise en place d’activités d’appui à l’agroforesterie familiale, de maraîchage, de diffusion de foyers améliorés et de formation.

Depuis 2012, Planète Urgence intervient par ailleurs en appui des populations vulnérables de la région de Mopti par la mise en œuvre du projet ASAP (Aide et Sécurité Alimentaire Prioritaire) dont les principales activités consistent en la distribution de kits alimentaires et un appui à la relance de la production agricole.

Missions et responsabilités

Basé(e) à Bamako, avec des déplacements occasionnels à Mopti, le/la délégué(e) national(e) de Planète Urgence est le/la représentant(e) de l’Association au Mali. Il/Elle assure la représentation, le suivi et le développement des activités de l’Association au Mali.

Garant(e) de l’atteinte des objectifs de projet(s) de Planète Urgence, il/elle a pour mission d’accompagner l’équipe actuellement en place dans la bonne mise en œuvre des activités planifiées, dans le respect des règles locales et des engagements pris par l’Association auprès de ses bailleurs et donateurs. Intégré(e) aux réseaux d’acteurs locaux, il/elle représente activement l’Association vers l’extérieur et lui permet d’identifier de nouveaux axes d’intervention et de financement en lien avec la stratégie générale d’intervention du programme « Environnement et Développement » et ceci, afin de pérenniser l’intervention de l’Association au Mali.

Le/La délégué(e) national(e) supervise le travail du personnel local de Planète Urgence dont les compétences en termes de recherche de financement ainsi que de gestion/suivi de projets doivent être renforcées. Il accompagne par ailleurs l’équipe dans l’amélioration des procédures ainsi que des modes opératoires de Planète Urgence.

Le/La délégué(e) national(e) est rattachée hiérarchiquement au/à la Responsable de Programme « Environnement & Développement » en charge du Mali au siège de l’Association.

Les principales responsabilités du/de la délégué(e) national(e) de Planète Urgence au Mali sont :

Représenter et développer les activités de l’Association au Mali :

• Représenter Planète Urgence auprès des autorités locales et nationales maliennes ainsi que devant les bailleurs de fonds, donateurs et partenaires de l’Association ;
• Proposer et définir, en lien avec le/la responsable de programme au siège de l’Association, les orientations stratégiques conduisant au développement des activités au Mali ;
• Participer à la conception de nouveaux projets et impulser/superviser la rédaction des dossiers de financements/propositions de projets permettant d’augmenter les ressources du programme au Mali (voire dans la sous-région) en lien avec l’équipe terrain et le siège ;
• Etablir et formaliser, lorsque nécessaire, de nouveaux partenariats avec des structures locales ou internationales ;
• Prospecter de nouveaux bailleurs de fonds locaux et internationaux (bailleurs institutionnels, fondations d’entreprises) en lien avec l’équipe terrain ;
• Participer et représenter Planète Urgence dans les ateliers, clusters et réseaux thématiques d’intérêt pour l’Association ;
• Promouvoir Planète Urgence comme un acteur reconnu de la lutte contre l’insécurité alimentaire, la protection de l’environnement et le développement local par des contacts et réseaux tissés avec les acteurs de la société civile/réseaux d’experts/bailleurs de fonds/ONG ;

Suivre et gérer la bonne mise en œuvre du/des projet(s) de Planète Urgence au Mali :

• Encadrer et superviser le travail des différents membres de l’équipe de Planète Urgence au Mali (en particulier celui du chef de mission ainsi que de la responsable administrative, logistique et financière) et renforcer leurs capacités lorsque nécessaire (notamment en matière de recherche de fonds et de gestion de projet) ;
• Elaborer le plan d’action annuel (PAA) ainsi que le budget annuel de Planète Urgence au Mali et réviser trimestriellement ces documents, en lien avec le chef de mission ;
• Suivre et garantir la bonne mise en œuvre des activités du/des projet(s) de l’Association au Mali telle que définies dans les plans trimestriels d’action (PTA), en assurant notamment :

o L’organisation et l’animation des réunions hebdomadaires de coordination d’équipe de planification et de suivi des activités du projet ;

o Le respect des budgets et calendriers définis ;

• Assurer le reporting du projet à destination du siège (reporting mensuel et annuel) ainsi que des bailleurs de fonds (écriture des rapports tels que définis contractuellement) ;
• Veiller au respect des obligations de Planète Urgence vis-à-vis de ses partenaires/bailleurs ;
• Organiser, superviser et/ou animer les évaluations internes comme externes portant sur les résultats et impacts des actions menées.
• Analyser et améliorer les process opératoires et outils de suivi et d’évaluation pour assurer la bonne mise en œuvre des activités.

Communiquer sur les projets de Planète Urgence au Mali et participer à la gestion administrative et financière de la délégation locale de l’Association

• Réaliser la saisie et la remontée comptable mensuelle des dépenses afférentes au bureau de Bamako vers la responsable administrative, logistique et financière ;
• Superviser le travail de la responsable administrative, logistique et financière en matière de suivi RH du personnel local (contractualisation, recrutement, congés, etc.) ;
• Mettre à jour le protocole de sécurité de la mission de l’Association au Mali au moins une fois par trimestre et contrôler son application ;
• Participer à la mise en place d’une stratégie de communication autour des activités de Planète Urgence au Mali et contribuer à la remontée vers le siège d’éléments de communication (articles, photos, etc.) ;
• Mettre à jour les outils de présentation de projet(s) utilisés par le service partenariat et les responsables de programme au siège, selon les besoins de ces derniers ;
• Participer à la rédaction des lettres trimestrielles d’information et autres supports de communication externe (dont le rapport annuel).

Profil recherché et conditions

1-Statut

Statut de volontaire international(e) (assimilé VSI) à plein temps, basé(e) à Bamako (Mali) avec des déplacements réguliers sur les zones de projet (principalement les régions de Mopti et de Ségou).

Engagement de 6 (six) mois renouvelable.

Début souhaité : mi-mars 2015.

2-Profil

§ Niveau d’études : bac+5 spécialisé en développement ou gestion de projets de solidarité internationale (notamment dans le domaine de l’environnement) ;

§ Expérience validée d’au moins 3 ans (dont au moins 2 ans sur le terrain) dans la gestion et le montage de projets de développement, de préférence au Mali ;

§ Expérience avérée en conduite de projet, planification stratégique, management d’équipe et en gestion de budget ;

§ Bonne connaissance des bailleurs de fonds et maîtrise de la rédaction de propositions de projets ;

§ Bonne connaissance des problématiques de développement rural (compétences en foresterie et agronomie seraient un plus) ;

§ Bonne connaissance de l’Afrique de l’ouest et du Mali en particulier ;

§ Maîtrise de l’anglais souhaitée.

3-Qualités recherchées

§ Grande autonomie, organisation, patience et forte capacité de travail ;

§ Leadership ; aptitude à prendre des décisions, à animer et à fédérer les équipes et partenaires autour d’une dynamique commune et à représenter l’Association devant des intervenants extérieurs ;

§ Discernement, sens de la communication et de la médiation ;

§ Adaptabilité, réactivité et flexibilité ;

§ Très bonne capacité d’analyse et de synthèse ; qualités rédactionnelles souhaitées ;

§ Bonne maîtrise des outils informatiques, notamment Word & Excel, indispensable ;

4-Indemnités et avantages

§ Indemnité mensuelle de 800 euros + perdiem couvrant l’hébergement et les frais de vie sur place ;

§ Assurance santé et complémentaire Prétimici + assurance rapatriement sanitaire ;

§ Billet d’avion aller-retour annuel ;

§ Deux jours de congés par mois.

How to apply:

Les candidat(e)s sont invité(e)s à adresser un CV + lettre de motivation (avec références) par courrier électronique à l’adresse suivante : ctassart@planete-urgence.org en indiquant la référence de l’annonce : « Délégué(e) National(e) PU Mali ».

Fin de réception des offres de poste : 28 février 2015

Nous nous excusons par avance de ne pouvoir répondre à toutes les candidatures qui ne seraient pas retenues ; l’absence de réponse d’ici au 15 mars 2015 signifiera que la candidature n’aura pas été retenue.

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Organization: Childline Kenya
Country: Kenya
Closing date: 09 Feb 2015

Childline Kenya is a local Non-Governmental that runs the National Child helpline 116 service in partnership with the Department of Children’s Services. The Helpline provides a nation-wide 24-hours toll-free service for counseling and referral services to children, young persons and their families in difficult situations through it strategic and referral partners as well as child protection networks spread across the country.

Childline Kenya is looking for a dynamic Kenyan for the position of a Programme Officer based in Busia or Nairobi. The person must be able to both work in a team and alone with minimal supervision; passionate and committed to upholding and promoting the rights of children, as well as human rights in general

Role Purpose:

The programme Officer assists in the overall management of partner participating in Childline Kenya programmes. These programmes are implemented in various parts of the country covering the technical areas of Child Protection

When required by the line manager the Programme Officer will represent Childline Kenya in all relevant government authorities, INGOs and NGOS, and visitors. He/she will ensure that programme implementation and operations are managed in accordance with Childline Kenya’s policies and its Mission, Vision and Values.

Strategic Programme Coordinated Management

• · Contribute to the development, review and revision of the project implementation strategy. This will include participating in child rights situational analysis, providing input and feedback in coordination with the line manager
• · Participate in development of proposals to ensure compliance with strategic plan
• · Liaise with the programme coordinator to develop plans for technical support, M&E, documentation of best practices and advocacy – as well as concept papers and project proposals for programme development
• · Support the Programme Coordinator in planning and project cycle management to ensure successful project implementation of all projects

Quality Programme Implementation, Management and Reporting

• · Responsible for coordination of field activities, implementation of programmes, in accordance with Childline Kenya strategies and policies for quality programming in liaison with programme coordinator
• · Ensure that the partners on the ground receive appropriate technical and timely support.
• · Contribute to strategy and proposal development under the leadership of the Programme coordinator and the resources mobilizer to ensuring that proposals are relevant, contextualized and inclusive of all required support and staffing costs.
• · Ensure that the programmes are appropriately monitored reviewed and evaluated on a continuous basis.
• · Enhance child participation in all the programs that CLK undertakes with partners and children.
• · Support visits from Childline Kenya and other key stakeholders in collaboration with relevant teams within Childline Kenya team.
• · Ensure appropriate systems for all aspects of programme cycle management are in place ensuring lessons learned are taken into account.
• · Together with the Programme Coordinator prepare quarterly and annual programme budgets
• · Assist the Programme Coordinator and finance staff in effective financial management of projects including phasing of budgets as per work plans, monthly review of spending reports, identification of errors and required recharges.
• · Ensure all field reports are produced in accordance with specific project/donor requirements and within set time lines for all projects
• · Assist in finalization of donor reports, including review and verification of financial reports and confirmation of accuracy and consistency between narrative and financial reports.
• · Assist in reviewing reports to ensure high quality standards are met, prior to submission to the Executive Director.

Partner Management, Mentorship, and Development

Assist in the management of partners through:

• · Working closely with partner organization’s both state and non- state actor’s in the course of project planning and implementation through on-going support and set monitoring visits.
• · Effective use of established clear, measureable objectives, ongoing feedback, periodic reviews and evaluations of partners work plan.
• · Offer coaching, mentoring and other developmental opportunities for project volunteers ( i.e. Trained teachers supporting peer education etc)
• · Assist in recognition and rewarding outstanding performance of partners
• · Documentation of performance that is less than satisfactory, with appropriate performance improvements and work plans.

Representation Accountabilities

Assist in establishing maintaining and improving active and regular working relationships as well as representing the principles and work of Childline Kenya to other organizations ( NGOs, INGOs, counterparts, donors, government Authorities etc) who are working and visiting the Programme.

Skills and Behaviours

Accountability:

• · Holds self - accountable for making decisions and managing resources efficiently.
• · Holds the team and partners accountable to deliver on their responsibilities through active participation.

Collaboration:

• · Builds and maintains effective relationships, with their team, colleagues, members and external partners and supporters
• · Approachable, good listener, easy to talk to

Creativity:

• · Develops and encourages new and innovative solutions

Qualifications and Experience

• · Bachelor’s degree in an area of social development or equivalent.
• · Minimum of 3 years’ experience in programme implementation and operations.
• · Technical expertise and implementation experience in thematic areas: child protection, child rights governance, education or health promotion
• · Excellent understanding of child rights programming approaches
• · In-depth knowledge of civil society networks in Kenya that focus on child rights issues – and experience of working with these networks on programming and/or advocacy for children.
• · Skills and experience in report writing, M&E and grant management
• · Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills including influencing, negotiation and coaching.
• · Experience of proactively solving complex issues through analysis, definition of a clear way forward and ensuring buy in
• · Ability to present complex information in a succinct and compelling manner
• · Ability and willingness to dramatically change work practices and hours.
• · Extensive knowledge of international and national child rights instruments
• · Experienced in community mobilization, organization and participatory approaches to monitoring and evaluation.
• · Demonstrated skills in participatory visual Information Education and Communication (IEC) and Behaviour Change Communication (BCC) strategies, tools and materials
• · Excellent training and participatory facilitation technics
• · Skills in conducting research including assessments
• · Fluency in English and Kiswahili both verbal and written
• · Highly developed cultural awareness and ability to work well with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures
• · Familiarity with programming in the local cultural context, local government and local languages is a distinct advantage.
• · Strong results orientation, with the ability to challenge existing mindsets

Remuneration & Benefits

Childline Kenya offers a competitive package to the most suitable candidate commensurate with the level of responsibility and work experience. Interes

How to apply:

Interested applicants should send their application letters together with detailed Curriculum Vitae, including names of three referees to: vacancy@childlinekenya.co.ke . The application should be addressed to the Executive Director, Childline Kenya, P.O Box 10003-00100, and GPO, Nairobi, and should reach us not later than 2015 9^th February ,5pm

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Organization: Dimagi
Country: Senegal
Closing date: 03 Apr 2015

Organization Description

Dimagi is an award-winning, socially-conscious company that delivers open and innovative technology to help underserved communities in over 30 countries around the world. Our team of exceptional software developers, engineers, public health specialists, and field staff apply their experience in technology development, implementation, and global health care delivery to further personal and public health and well-being.

Position Description

Dimagi is seeking a Project Manager to be based in Dakar, Senegal, for our expanding work in West Africa. We are looking for an adventurous individual who is eager to work with a diverse team in an exciting work environment. You will have the opportunity to work on the frontline with community health workers, become an expert on Dimagi products and technologies (like CommCare), and expand the partners and projects that Dimagi employs extensively throughout West Africa.

We have an impressive range of partner organizations across 10 countries in West Africa working in the domains of health, agriculture, education and more. The position will include significant travel around Senegal and West Africa, both to larger metropolitan areas for partner meetings, as well as the remote corners of the country where community workers use our products to improve rural health and agriculture. You'll join our team of local and international staff to learn and share best practices and expertise from across the globe.

Compensation will depend on level of experience and qualifications but will be competitive with local rates. We request a minimum 1 year commitment, although strong preference will be given to candidate who can commit for 2 years to this position. Employment is at-will according to company policies.

Responsibilities

• Managing the coordination and execution of mobile technology projects working with project partners, our field team and our international software developers
• Managing a small team of Field Managers
• Identification and execution of best practices in the management of mHealth projects and institutional capacity building
• Building partner relationships in the social sector (e.g. NGOs, IGOs, research institutions)
• Mentoring and training field staff and supporting them using Dimagi's open source tools

Requirements & Qualifications

Required qualifications:

• Professional proficiency in French
• 4-6 years relevant work experience
• Significant experience in project management and execution
• Direct experience managing people
• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in technology, health, M&E, international development, or other related fields
• Planning and organizational skills that result in successful implementation and follow through on project-based work
• Communication skills necessary to work with a variety of partners and constituents at all levels of the health system.
• Prior experience conducting field or project work in Sub-Saharan Africa

The ideal candidate is excited about coordinating people and processes to make things happen and interested in understanding what makes technology work in practice in low-resource settings. This person is able to self-organize and self-manage, thrives on the intricacy and challenge of people and project management, enjoys travel and field work, and functions at a high level when interacting with existing and potential partners. This person prefers small organizations to large ones, multi-tasking to single-project assignments, and a highly social atmosphere. This person doesn’t need to have a technical background, but should be comfortable working closely with technical tools.

How to apply:

If interested, please send your CV and cover letter to dwa-jobs [at] dimagi [dot] com. Please indicate “DWA PM Position” in the subject line of your e-mail. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis.

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

MAIN FUNCTION

The Financial Management Specialist will be responsible for ensuring quality financial management of the project in line with World Bank procedures, the Financing Agreement and the Project Implementation Manual to ensure that the project’s financial management arrangement will support effective implementation and generate satisfactory Interim Financial Reports (IFRS). The Financial Management Specialist will work under the supervision of the Project Coordinator in the PIU within the established structures of the ICGLR. He/she will support the Coordinator in all aspects of financial management with a view to ensuring a transparent and efficient financial management system for the project.

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND COMPETENCIES

1. Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in finance or accounting from a recognized university. Holding a master’s degree in Accounting or finance would be an added advantage
2. Relevant training and experience in accounting or finance, and a professional qualification such as CPA, CA, CSIA, CIMA, and ACCA would be an asset.
3. At least ten (10) years of prior work experience in finance, accounting, budgeting and forecasting.
4. At least five (5) years specific experience working in managing finances of public sector projects and with a proven experience in managing finances and procedures of donor funded projects preferably projects funded by the World bank
5. Practical experience with national legal provisions on public financial management
6. Knowledge of accounting softwares,
7. Experience in interpreting financial management reports, analyzing variations to plans and determining remedial actions required,
8. Knowledge of accounting, auditing and financial reporting system and software packages,
9. Computer literacy and proficiency in Microsoft Office Package
10. Excellent spoken and written English or French is required, with working ability in the other language a strong asset.

Detailed job profiles can be accessed on Web Site: www.icglr.org/jobopportunities

How to apply:

SUBMISSION GUIDELINES

To submit your candidacy, please submit your application by email to the following address not later than 30^th January 2015 at 16.00 GMT. NEW DATE FEBRUARY 10, 2015

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

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

E-mail: recruitment@icglr.org

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

The application file must contain the following documents:

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

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

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Organization: Dimagi
Country: Senegal
Closing date: 03 Apr 2015

Field Manager, French West Africa

Dimagi is looking for Field Managers for our rapidly expanding work in French West Africa. We seek adventurous individuals with an eagerness to work with frontline workforces on technologies designed to improve healthcare delivery and economic development in communities both urban and rural.

Position Description

As a Field Manager, you will travel extensively in West Africa to work with development organizations and their frontline workers. You are an adventurous individual eager to help deploy our suite of mobile tools in various locations, such as job aids for frontline workforces, logistics and supply chain management, and systems to engage directly with communities. We have an impressive range of partner organizations across several countries in West Africa working to make an impact and improve lives. As a Field Manager you will travel to their project sites to implement our suite of tools and train their mobile workforces. Your work will include consulting with program leaders, leading trainings, designing mobile phone applications, conducting research, and providing support for the programs. Our field managers share a passion for challenging experiences, making things work in trying environments, and seeing the impact of our work first-hand. In the in-between time, you may find yourself anywhere from the beaches of Dakar to the dunes of Niger.

You'll join our international team and share best practices and expertise from across the globe. You’ll also receive regular mentorship and support from our office in Dakar, Senegal, and headquarters in Boston, USA.

Depending on the specific skill set and preference, the candidate might focus on one or more of the following areas:

? Implementing a CommCare application providing guidance to pregnant mothers and newborn babies

? A multi-country family planning initiative leveraging mobile phone solutions

? Scale-up of a mobile logistics and supply chain solution for public health commodities

? Research, design, and implementation of new initiatives in agriculture, education and economic development

? Talking to development organizations to design better support for their community health workers

Position Requirements & Qualifications

Our Field Manager program is designed for people seeking field experience. Field managers receive a living and travel stipend. We request a minimum 1 year commitment, with 2 years preferred.

You are:

? An outstanding communicator and problem solver who adapts easily to new environments, enjoys travel and field work, likes to tinker with things, and deals well with autonomy, flexibility, and constant improvisation.

? Comfortable multi-tasking as well as digging deep into assignments in challenging environments.

At Dimagi, you will have freedom to pursue your own interests and grow your skill set as well as strive to make a real impact around the world. We view our culture as one of our greatest assets, and cultural fit is just as important to us as is specific expertise.

Ideal qualifications:

? Advanced English and French

? Proven interest in global development

? International experience, with experience working in Africa a plus

? Communication skills necessary to work with a variety of partners and constituents

? Planning and problem solving skills to successfully implement and follow through on project-based work

? Ability to handle an autonomous work environment

Preference will be given to candidates with additional qualifications in:

• Project Management

• Technology or Software Development

• Working with Social Enterprises

• Agriculture

This position is available immediately.

How to apply:

If interested, please send your CV and cover letter to dwa-jobs@dimagi.com. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis. Please indicate “DWA FM Position” in the subject line of your e-mail.

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Organization: International Rescue Committee
Country: Democratic Republic of the Congo
Closing date: 03 Apr 2015

BACKGROUND

With support from DFID, the IRC's Community-Driven Reconstruction program in DRC, "Tuungane", meaning "let's unite" in Swahili, has been supporting approximately more than 1,000 villages in the east of the country. It seeks to empower communities to have a greater voice and control over their own development. With a budget of 160 million USD, this eight-year program aims to support 2.6 million beneficiaries to improve socio-economic conditions and increase understanding of and demand for good governance. The current program will continue until December 2015.

SCOPE

As a part of national coordination team and working closely with the Research, Monitoring and Evaluation team of the program, the CDR Database Manager will be responsible for the overall management of the Tuungane II and Tuungane II+ databases. Tuungane II has two mainly databases: one which is a large platform built in Access / Visual Basic which collects a key data in the activity, finance and construction fields; and the other that is built in Excel and has the information from the monitoring protocols. From the Tuungane II databases it is generally possible to extract information according to data needs. The CDR Database Manager will be responsible for finalizing and maintaining these databases, designing the Tuungane II + databases, managing and building the capacity of the database team, ensuring timely and quality data collection and performing data extraction and analysis at the national level.

The Database Manager will have frequent interactions with all members of the Research, Monitoring and Evaluation team for the monitoring aspects of the database, and with the National Construction Coordinator for the Finance and Construction pillars of the database. He/she will supervise directly the Database Supervisor, as well as he/she must assure the quality of data entry closely with the National Monitoring and Evaluation Manager, and reporting directly to the CDR Deputy Director and technically to the RM&E team leader (National Monitoring and Evaluation Manager).

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

1 Responsible for the designing, finalization, deployment and technical maintenance of databases:

• Design of new databases for collecting data from all programming activities protocols, including inputs from the tracking sheets.
• Analyzing activity data on Excel and Access files according to the program logframe indicators, as required.
• Modifying the databases and adding new queries during the course of the program, according to emerging program needs.
• Assuring the database maintenance.
• Merging the existing databases (construction and activities) of each province into one Tuungane database to track activities in the 2015 project year.

• Addressing any technical issues affecting the database that cannot be solved at the provincial level.

  1 Providing technical supervision to a Database Supervisor to ensure the quality of data collection from all sites.

• Capacity building of Database Supervisor/Officers, both through regular remote coaching and through formal trainings in the following areas:

• Database maintenance: performing installations, updates and other simple technical operations to maintain the database in order in their sites; merging databases and sharing them with the national RME Unit;

• Data entry: training others in the use of the database; ensuring data quality through regular systematic data checks.

• Data analysis: navigating the access database and extracting information through simple operations like filtering; producing simple data analysis following ad-hoc requests by the coordinators.

• Ensuring that Database Supervisor/Officers correctly installs the database on the relevant computers, perform data quality operations in their sites and report on the quantity and quality of its population on a monthly basis.

• Implementing a data analysis system at program implementation sites by:

• Monitoring the system of cross-sectoral data analysis at each site in collaboration with CDR Coordinators and the National Construction Coordinator (both data and narrative);

• coaching the Database Supervisors/Officers in the use this template;

• revising, correcting and circulating Database Supervisors/Officers' monthly reports.

• Trouble-shooting and problem-solving on any issue related to effective and timely and quality data collection throughout Tuungane II+ sites. Guarantying the quality of the database entries

Ensuring the preparation of a national "database population report" based on sites level trackings by the database supervisor (data and narrative)

1 Ensuring data extraction and analysis at the national level:

• Guarantying the quality of the database entries.
• Ensuring the preparation of a national "database population report" based on sites level trackings by the database supervisor (data and narrative).
• Performing data extraction for DFID reports and any other programme/Kinshasa-level requirement, and contributing to data analysis as needed.
  

• Participate of the monthly internal reports for the internal circulation of Tuungane II.

  1 Realization of any other related tasks, as requested by the CDR Deputy Director and the RME team leader.

REQUIREMENTS

• A University degree in Computer Science.
• At least two years of relevant professional work experience in developing databases and data management systems.
  
• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Access, Visual Basic and other database softwares; Experience with statistical programs (STATA, SPSS) an advantage; Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Powerpoint, and Outlook .
• Experience in managing/coordinating staff in complex, multi-disciplinary teams and in a cross-cultural setting.
• Ability to train and coach others in Excel and Access features.
• Detail-oriented, motivated, positive individual who likes to take initiative and work collaboratively with team members yet works well independently.
• Excellent analytical and interpretive skills
• Must be willing to travel throughout implementation sites in eastern DRC when needed.
• Work experience in fragile/post-conflict development contexts, preferably in Africa; demonstrable knowledge and interest in international development issues.
  
• Fluent in French and English required.

SPECIFIC SECURITY SITUATION/HOUSING

This is an unaccompanied post based in Bukavu, South Kivu, with frequent travel to other program sites. Comfortable and secure shared housing is provided by IRC. The current security situation in Eastern DR Congo is unpredictable and complex, but all possible measures are taken by IRC to ensure staff safety and security.

How to apply:

Please follow this link to apply: http://www.aplitrak.com/?adid=YW5nZWxhdi40NjYwMy4zODMwQGlyYy5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20

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Organization: Living Goods
Country: Kenya
Closing date: 02 Aug 2015

Are you just looking for a change, or are you looking for the chance to change millions of lives for the better? If you’re outraged with the statuesque, ready to disrupt the system, read on…

Living Goods is seeking a Director of Health and Government Relations to help drive the organizations’ scale and impact of its innovative community health model in Kenya.

Living Goods is a pioneering, dynamic and high impact social enterprise focused on addressing the health needs of the underserved. As we enter a period of exciting expansion, we are seeking a Director of Health and Government Relations to be part of the management team. Living Goods believes there are powerful opportunities to partner with the government to shape and implement effective community health policy. This individual will enable the successful scale-up of our community health model, drive strategy on improving health outcomes, and work closely with government at the national and county level to ensure alignment, as we work to improve the lives of millions of people across Kenya.

Our ideal candidate will bring deep health expertise, and bring insights into the strategic, regulatory and legislative health sector. They will be results-orientation, and have a proven track record of success in both the private and public sector. As a member of the management team, you will contribute to Living Goods’ dynamic, results-oriented, and client centric organizational culture through inspirational leadership and shining as a positive role model and collaborative team member. This role is based in Nairobi, Kenya with frequent travel throughout Kenya and reports directly to the Kenya Country Director.

This role is a contract-based position with high likelihood of permanent extension based on performance.

Responsibilities

• Successfully build and manage strategic relationships with Ministry of Health and County level health teams to support our expansion plans for opening more branches in different counties and distributing medicines.
• Work with County Health Offices to align our community work with their goals and objectives and ensure that we meet all government reporting requirements enhancing local government outreach.
• Maintain Living Goods relations with key actors in the Health sector such as regulators, research institutions, donor progammes and partner organisations.
• Participate in relevant Technical Working Groups to learn from implementing partners and to align our work with them.
• Research and analyse policy issues at local and national levels that affect the community healthy sector and interpret and deliver recommendations on implementation.
• Work with governments to help shape community healthy policy.
• Working with the senior management team, support the development of a health strategy and operational direction for Living Goods’ innovative community health distribution platform to ensure delivery of health impacts in the community through the prevention and treatment of diarrhea, malaria and pneumonia, prenatal and newborn care, and nutrition.
• Drive strategy for deepening the health impact of the Living Goods model, staying on top of best practices, new research and innovations to integrate into our model.
• Identify best-in-class products and treatments to incorporate into LG field work, work with the product, sales and training teams to bring products to market.
• Continually review results and field data to drive ongoing program innovation.
• Ensure Living Goods Kenya is fully compliant with all government rules and regulations.
• Set up advocacy opportunities and be a key communicator for Living Goods Kenya on health related areas.

Qualifications

• Ideal candidates should have a minimum of 7 years of experience in public health and/or health operations.
• Experience with national and countly level health policy and a network withing the Ministry of Health at a national and/or county level. Focus on child health, community strategy, and/or malaria is highly desirable.
• Program management experience in government agency, international donor organization, private sector or NGO.
• Deep knowledge of Kenyan health landscape / devolution.
• Successful experience and understanding of business would be an advantage.
• Proven track record of exceptional success, exceeding targets, strategic breakthroughs and transformative innovation.
• Ability to build and maintain excellent working relationships with local and international teams, facilitate feedback and optimize implementation.
• Strong analytical, inter-personal and communication skills (written and oral).
• Comfortable working in a high-paced, dynamic, start-up environment.
• Graduate degree (Masters in Public Health or MD).

Compensation

A highly competitive salary and benefits package commensurate with experience including health insurance and bonus opportunity. The opportunity to be your best while making lives better for those in need.

How to apply:

To apply for this position please visit our career page and apply for Director of Health and Government Relations through our applicant tracking system. In lieu of a cover letter you will be asked to answer a few short questions that will help us learn a little bit more about you and your interest in working with Living Goods. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

For more information about Living Goods, please visit: www.livinggoods.org.

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Organization: International Rescue Committee
Country: Central African Republic
Closing date: 03 Apr 2015

BACKGROUND:

Founded in 1933, the International Rescue Committee is a prominent international organization working in relief, rehabilitation, protection, post-conflict development, resettlement services and advocacy for those uprooted or affected by violent conflict and oppression.

Present in the CAR since 2006 the IRC is currently expanding its Country Program (CP) to respond to the ongoing emergency response and develop programs for the early recovery stage in country. The CP is active in 3 locations across the country (Bangui, Bocarganga and Kaga Bandoro) and four sectors (Health, Water and Sanitation, Food Security/Livelyhoods, and Protection). The team includes 15 international staff and around 150 national staff.

SCOPE OF WORK:

The Health & Nutrition Coordinator is the focal point for (emergency) health programs in country and will ensure the implementation of a quality primary health care programming in communities in the prefectures where IRC is present. The Health & Nutrition Coordinator will be responsible for maintaining regular contact with all partners, including the Ministry of Health, UN agencies and other NGOs, and will also be responsible for fulfilling IRC strategic objectives for the health sector. The Health & Nutrition Coordinator supervises all Health staff in Bocaranga, provides technical assistance to the Health Manager based in Kaga Bandoro, and reports to the Area Programme Coordinator (APC) in Bocaranga. For technical expertise the coordinator will liaise closely with the technical unit based in NYC. The position is based in Bocaranga with regular trips to Bangui and Kaga Bandoro.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• In collaboration with the Health and Nutrition Technical Unit in New York and the APCs/Senior Programme Coordinator (SPC), oversee the implementation of health and nutrition projects implemented by IRC in country.
• Provide technical supervision and guidance of all IRC health projects. Extend technical support and supervision to the IRC's implementing partners.
• Ensure that health programs utilize standardized protocols, policies and guidelines, as outlined by the Ministry of Health and WHO. Ensure that all health activities are consistent with established best practices.
• Promote the quality of the IRC's health programs by setting up quality assurance mechanisms and checks in collaboration with other staff.
• Ensure sound data collection and information management systems are in place for ongoing performance analysis and programmatic action based on data and identified needs.
• Ensure that the stated goals and objectives of all health projects are met with strong monitoring and evaluation (M&E) follow up, including any required operational research, with technical support from the Health Information Management team in New York as needed.
• Participate in the design of robust M&E plans and design/adapt health information systems including surveillance systems for the IRC health programs.
• Provide technical support to the health program for program design, proposal development and reporting, ensuring that IRC programs are of high quality and that programs are driven by data and learning, in collaboration with the SPC, grants and monitoring & evaluation staff.

Technical Monitoring and Program Quality

• Provide technical supervision of, and technical support to all IRC Health & Nutrition programming activities;
• Ensure that health & nutrition programs utilize standardized protocols, policies and guidelines, as prescribed by the Ministry of Health and WHO/UNICEF;
• Ensure that all health & nutrition activities are consistent with established best practices;
• Oversee the collection and timely reporting of data and statistics for all nutrition programs in line with IRC's REL (Research, Evaluation & Learning) guidelines and according to internal and donor requirements;
• Ensure appropriate follow-up and decision-making on data relevant to programs;

Staff development

• Ensure the ongoing capacity building of international and national staff.
• Ensure respect for IRC HR policies during the recruitment process.
• Provide timely and quality performance evaluations.
• Promote the IRC Way with all supervisees

MANAGEMENT

• Provide supportive supervision to Health Managers and other program staff to develop work plans to guide implementation of approved grants. Support the Field teams in the implementation and monitoring of the work plans ensuring that activities reflect the commitments IRC made to the donor and community.
• In collaboration with program managers, review Budget vs. Actual expenditure for health programs on a monthly basis with staff.
• Participate in the development of staff development plans for project staff based on performance reviews in collaboration with the human resources department and contribute to the training of health staffs (mentoring, on-the-job sessions as well as formal trainings). Review performance evaluation of health staff in the field.
• Develop/organize training opportunities to build the capacity of the senior national health staff and local partners in order to transfer skills. This includes staff training in program management areas such as reporting, budgeting, monitoring, evaluation, and supervision.

PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT & REPORTS

• Identify opportunities for program development; Draft concept papers, proposals and budgets for future health programs in IRC Ethiopia programs.
• Lead technical assessments as a basis for nutrition program development;
• Coordinate and initiate project proposals and develop program proposals (development of logical frameworks and appropriate, realistic and measurable indicators) in close cooperation with the APC and SPC.
• Assist the APC and other program unit staffs in drafting all donor reports.
• Review all reports prepared by the field staff and provide appropriate feedback to the concerned staff, and ensure that reports are written and submitted to concerned bodies in a timely manner.

REPRESENTATION AND ADVOCACY

• In coordination with the Country Director, actively develop and maintain effective working relationships with key stakeholders in the CAR including donors, government actors, UN agencies, international and local NGOs, and other relevant actors.
• Develop strategic partnerships with local organizations, wherever possible.
• Represent IRC to local communities, government departments, international agencies, local partners and donors as required.
• Upon request by the Senior Management Team, assist in organizing donor site visits by supporting field staff in the smooth design and implementation of agendas and visit activities.

REQUIREMENTS

• Health professional (MD or RN) with an MPH.
• Five years experience in coordinating, implementing and managing health programs in developing countries.
• Experience with situation analysis and health assessments.
• Previous experience supervising and managing a multi-disciplinary team in a remote setting.
• Experience implementing health programming in refugee settings as well as community based service delivery experience.
• Demostrated skills in project design/proposal development and grant management.
• Experience in capacity building and mentoring of national and international staff, even if based in other locations.
• Knowledge, skills and experience in participatory methods, community development and partnership.
• Demonstrated leadership, communication, and facilitation skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent coordination and networking skills.
• Excellent written and oral French skills and functional English
• Excellent computer skills in programs such as: MS Word, Excel, Powerpoint.
• Additional qualities: ability to multitask, ability to handle pressure well, ability to improvise, be flexible , and adaptability to transitions

How to apply:

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