NGO JOBS

Field Programme Manager (Reintegration)

Supervisor: The FPM is directly supervised and managed by the Head of MissionDuty Station: Based in Juba (capital) with frequent travels to project sites in Central Equatoria State and other locations.Security: Juba is a non-family station. Security situation is fair.Job Category: ManagementEmployment Type: Full timeSalary: as per the organization salary scaleContract duration: 6 month with possibility of extensionApplication Deadline: November 10, 2012, via email HR@clovekvtisni.cz

The PIN Mission to South Sudan is seeking a qualified Field Programme Manager, with solid experience in Reintegration of Returnees, to devise and implement a multi-sectoral programme aimed at supporting vulnerable South Sudanese who have returned to the Country and wish to reintegrate in the society. The programme shall focus on a number of areas of intervention such as housing, WASH, education, vocational training, business start-ups, protection, child and gender issues, and basic health. The ideal candidate should be able to manage, mentor and motivate a number of national project officers directly responsible for technical implementation, and to closely coordinate with local authorities and UN and INGO partners.

Job DescriptionCore Functions/ResponsibilitiesDesign and implement programme/projects, partnerships and donor agreements.Ensure the overall management of the programme by overseeing its technical, administrative and financial aspects. Provide guidance and supervision to the programme and its entire staff. Develop strong partnership and liaise with government and implementing partners, including Local NGOs and other service providers to ensure proper coordination and implementation of all aspects/ activities of the programme.

Develop frameworks and integrate host communities and civil society at large in the development and implementation of project activities; identify and develop synergies and partnerships with other actors (national and international) at the strategic, technical and operational levels.

Support the training and directly supervise local NGOs contracted as implementing partners to undertake some specific reintegration activities.

Coordinate and facilitate the participation of local communities in the planning and implementation of reintegration assistance, using existing capacities at the local level and in close synergy with economic recovery and local development initiatives. Ensure that a participatory approach is being pursued by PIN with the beneficiaries during the selection and implementation of each reintegration activity.

Develop monitoring and evaluation criteria for all aspects of the programme and follow-up mechanisms.

Undertake monitoring of all activities (capacity building, procurement, and skills training activities) to assess effectiveness, efficiency, achievement of results and compliance with procedures.

Develop recommendations on ongoing and future activities, lessons learned, modifications to implementation strategies and arrangements with partners.

Conduct programme/project coordination meetings with the government counterparts, other partners and provide support to field staff.

Effectively represent the PIN in humanitarian platforms related to the reintegration programme such as the cluster working groups for recovery.

Contribute to the preparation of external information materials

Prepare all narrative and financial progress and final reports for the programme.

Perform other duties as may be assigned.

Job RequirementsDesirable CompetenciesBehavioural

a) Takes responsibility, is able to meet deadlines and manages constructive criticismb) Works effectively with all beneficiaries and stakeholdersc) Promotes continuous learning; communicates clearlyd) Takes initiative and drives high levels of performance managemente) Plans work, anticipates risks and sets goals within area of responsibilityf) Displays mastery of subject matterg) Contributes to a collegial team environmenth) Incorporates gender-related needs, perspectives, and concerns, and promotes equal gender participationi) Shows personal flexibility and ability to adapt to basic working and living conditions in a highly under-developed contextl) Shows respect and understanding for local sensitivities and culturesm) Follows Mission security guidelines as instructed

Technical

a) Coherently manages a multi-sectoral programmeb) Effectively applies knowledge of reintegration issuesc) Correctly frames returnee-related issues within their national and political context

Desirable Qualifications and Experience

a) Advanced university degree preferably in International development or other area relevant to reintegration (political sciences, social work)b) At least two years of relevant operational and field experience (or four years of experience for candidates holding a first level university degree) in project management in the area of return, reintegration and/or recovery and protectionc) Work experience in liaising with governmental authorities, other national/international institutionsd) Experience in managing teams in direct implementatione) Experience in project monitoring and evaluationf) Thorough knowledge and understanding of reintegration of returnee and conflict affected vulnerable groups and community stabilization measuresg) Good understanding of the South Sudanese context, or ability to learn quickly.

Languages

Excellent knowledge of written and spoken English.

Driving skills

Ability to drive all-terrain vehicles and valid and clean driving license would be a plus.

People in Need offers:• environment of well established and growing organization,• challenging and creative work,• opportunity for self-development,

• Start up salary: monthly remuneration 2 680,00 USD before the taxation (depends on previous experience of the candidate), per diem included;,• Financial bonuses paid half yearly • Reimbursement of travel expenses with travel to the country of residence once per every 6 months of work, extra flight ticket for Head of Mission to visit HQ in Prague;• Reimbursement of costs of visas and vaccinations; assistance with visa application procedure;• Medical helpdesk and psychological consultation available on line;• Travel insurance covering war zones;• Accommodation is in PIN guesthouse on PIN expenses ;• 25 days of paid leave annually• R&R: Employee can use 3 additional days off (plus weekend) for this purpose and PIN will cover cost of regional ticket up to 500 USD.