NGO JOBS

Organization: Population Services Intl.
Country: United States of America
Closing date: 18 May 2014

PSI is a leading global health organization with programs targeting malaria, child survival, HIV and reproductive health. Working in partnership within the public and private sectors, and harnessing the power of the markets, PSI provides life-saving products, clinical services and behavior change communications that empower the world's most vulnerable populations to lead healthier lives.

PSI's core values are a belief in markets and market mechanisms to contribute to sustained improvements in the lives of the poor; results and a strong focus on measurement; speed and efficiency with a predisposition to action and an aversion to bureaucracy; decentralization and empowering our staff at the local level; and a long term commitment to the people we serve. PSI has programs in 67 countries. For more information, please visit www.psi.org.

PSI seeks experienced candidates for the position of Deputy Regional Director (DRD), for Southern Africa. The DRD will provide the technical and financial leadership for the Southern Africa Department both in PSI headquarters in Washington, D.C., and the field programs. Therefore, the DRD should have significant technical and managerial experience, especially in the area of marketing, research, capacity building institutional development, and financial management. The DRD will report to the Regional Director for Southern Africa and is based in Washington, DC.

Under the supervision of the Regional Director, the DRD will take lead responsibility in the following areas:

RESPONSIBILITIES

* Recruitment, direct supervision, capacity building and other personnel management for the Southern Africa Washington team;
* Liaison between Southern Africa and the Innovations/Technical Services Departments including Marketing, Research and Metrics and Learning & Performance;
* Oversight of financial and budget management of Southern Africa programs; in coordination with Finance/Accounting, Contracts, and Procurement Departments;
* Direct the management team of regional condom enterprise in South Africa, Lesotho, Swaziland, and Botswana.
* Managing the tracking of Platform Minimum Standards and Departmental Minimum Standards, and taking the lead on helping the region as a whole attain these standards;
* Provide short term technical assistance to Southern Africa Regional Programs;
* Support the Male Circumcision Partnership Project in coordination with Project Director, Field Offices, and RH/HIV Technical staff;

* Assisting the Southern Africa Regional Director with other tasks and projects as necessary,includingrepresenting the Regional Director at meetings as requested; and serving as Acting Regional Director when the Regional Director is not available.

* The DRD will also support the Regional Director in the following areas, as requested by the Regional Director:

• Donor Relations: Assist in building, maintaining, and/or strengthening donor relations
• New Business: Assist with building strategies for expanding business in the region
• Strategies and Objectives: Assist in setting and monitoring Strategic Plan and Platform objectives; and contributing to PSI worldwide program objectives and strategies including input on the wider PSI strategic planning process and how it relates to SA;
• Quality Assurance: Assist in maintaining the quality of SA operations; and assisting with overall programmatic oversight and management responsibility for all SA countries
• Other: Assist with other department activities as requested

QUALIFICATIONS:

* Minimum five years work experience in a developing country
* Senior management experience, preferably in a developing country
* Ten years of personnel, program and/or financial management experience, in social marketing preferred
* Relevant post-graduate degree (MBA, MIA, MPH, etc.) or equivalent experience
* Excellent quantitative and analytical skills
* Knowledge of international development and health issues
* Familiarity with the international donor community, particularly USAID, CDC, DOD, GFATM, DFID and the Gates Foundation.
* Fluency in English. French Highly Recommended.
* A creative, analytical mind
* Solid leadership and management skills, including good interpersonal skills
* Excellent written and oral communication skills
* This position requires approximately 20% travel to Southern Africa countries

STATUS

* Level 5
* Exempt

Please Apply online at: www.psi.org.
PSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, national origin, sexual orientation or disability.

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Organization: Action Against Hunger-USA
Country: Cambodia, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Kenya, Nigeria, Pakistan, Uganda, South Sudan
Closing date: 09 May 2014

Location (Country & Base): Multiple Countries

Contract duration: 12 months

Specific Objectives:

Objective 1: Strategic Development & Technical Integration

Activities:

• Work with the Country Director to provide leadership to the development and maintenance of a comprehensive needs-based program strategy for ACF programming
• Provides strategic direction to the Technical Coordinators, PM's and support the Field Co in ensuring the effective delivery of program activities and the successful integration of activities with all other aspects of ACF programming.
• Develop an overall program strategy that is responsive to the dynamic needs of the most vulnerable populations built on the program strengths of ACF and globally.
• Proactively identify new programming opportunities
• Responsible for the relevance and contextual appropriateness of ACF projects in country.
• Responsible for the promotion of technical integration and sensitization of staff on its applications.
• Regular field visits to fieldwork areas and bases and participation in exploratory missions.
• Capitalization of integration and reporting information and data.
• Leads on the development and rollout of new and more effective systems to improve program implementation.
• Regular participation in Coordination meetings at the capital and field level.
• Regular communication with the advisors at HQ to support an integrated programmatic approach and ensure programs are technically supporting all sectors

Objective 2: Program Quality Insurance

Activities:

• Oversee the quality implementation of ongoing programming based on robust grant management and monitoring and evaluation systems and the facilitation of Technical Department.
• Ensure the MEAL integration and supervise the MEAL Coordinator
• Ensure that funding for programming is spent in a coherent, transparent and optimal way.
• In coordination with CD and Coordinators, responsible for the technical briefing and debriefing as well as management of consultants and external specialists arriving to support the mission.
• Ensure the collection and capitalization by the DCD and Tech coordinators of digital and physical ACF Information on information gathered through HQ reports, ACF programming, partnerships, partners, UN system, clusters, and other avenues of data collection.
• Ensures Mission Technical Coordination Meetings (MTCMs) happen on a monthly basis, and submits minutes to Country Director and Coordination.
• Provide formal and informal capacity building trainings to staff.
• Final Mission-level validation of program and technical guidelines and policies.
• Ensure that quality to ACF and donor compliance for program, reporting, and financial grant requirements are met.
• Ensure that monitoring and evaluation of programming informs quality implementation.
• Coordinate closely with Admin, Security, Log and Field Coordinators to ensure that security, procurement, HR and financial protocols are designed to support quality programming.
• Closely monitor program spending and follow up spending plans with Finance Co and PMs

Objective 3: Donor Compliance, Reporting and Documentation

Activities:

• Lead proposal preparation through a needs based approach ensuring all departments work together
• Ensure Budget, PPP, Workplan, Budget forecasts, ongoing monitoring and kick off meetings take place for every program
• Ensure that all programs are compliant with donor protocols and reports are submitted on time to HQ for validation
• Ensure all donor reports are completed in a timely manner with the relevant input from the field teams and submitted to HQ for validation
• Ensure that workplans are followed to ensure budget forecasts are met and studies (KAP, RSCA, SMARTs etc.) are planned and executed timely

Objective 4: Representation with external stakeholders

Activities:

• Responsible for representation of ACF in partnership-related meetings at a strategic level for workshops, working groups, etc.
• Lead, in liaison with the CD, partnership proposal preparation through furnishing of evaluation/assessment data and coordination.
• Identification and evaluation of potential partners and partnerships at country level.
• Carries out follow-up evaluation of partnership (programming and partner relations), maintains lessons learned and proposes action points for future improvement.
• Represent ACF to donors, UN and partner INGOs, and national and local government officials (programs).

Objective 5: Human Resources and Career Development

Activities:

• Direct manager of the Technical Coordinators and MEAL Coordinator
• Supervision of externally hired consultants for any program matters
• Responsible for the validation of technical departmental HR needs for international staff.
• Responsible for the proper induction and debriefing of managerial staff.
• Undertake any other tasks assigned by the Country Director

Internal & External relationships

Internal

• Line Manager of: Nut Co, FSL Co, WaSH Co, PQA Co and intern

External

• Local representatives of international aid organisations : particularly with other consortia members’ exchange of information as necessary

REPORTING RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure donor reporting and proposals are completed in time
• Ensure all technical studies and evaluations are completed

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

QUALIFICATIONS

• Degree in related humanitarian issue

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

ESSENTIAL

• Significant experience with INGOs. Previous experience with ACF in emergency and post-emergencies an asset.
• Excellent management skills (HR, projects, stress management)
• Advanced knowledge of donors’ guidelines and procedures (ECHO, UNICEF, DFID, OFDA, etc.)
• Excellent ability to multi task
• Ability to organize, train and motivate a multicultural team
• Excellent diplomatic and negotiation skills
• Disciplined and able to work and arrive at decisions autonomously with minimal guidance.
• Fluent in English (professional English needed).
• Excellent drafting and written skills.

PREFERRED

• Advanced Degree Masters
• Experience in insecure setting
• Previous experience as Country Director

How to apply:

Apply with resume and cover letter at http://actionagainsthunger.theresumator.com/apply/ApWclh/Deputy-Country-...

Organization: International Rescue Committee
Country: Democratic Republic of the Congo
Closing date: 22 Jun 2014

An English Description Will Follow:

Les Congolais sont fortement encouragés à postuler.

CONTEXTE

International Rescue Committee (IRC) est l’un de plus grands fournisseurs d’aide et d’assistance en développement en République Démocratique du Congo (RDC).l’IRC exécute des programmes dans les secteurs de la santé, de la gouvernance et du développement communautaire, de la protection et la responsabilisation des femmes, de l’éducation, et des réponses aux urgences grâce à un réseau de neuf bureaux de terrain et une gamme de partenariats institutionnels et communautaires. L’IRC cherche un professionnel expérimenté et dynamique pour le poste de Directeur/Directr ice Adjoint(e) – Reconstruction dirigée par la communauté (CDR).

ETENDUE

Le/la Directeur/Directrice Adjoint(e) – Reconstruction dirigée par la communauté (CDR – community driven reconstruction) fait son rapport à la Directrice de Gouvernance. Il/elle sera chargé de l’exécution du Programme de Reconstruction dirigée par la communauté Tuungane de l’IRC en République Démocratique du Congo. Financé par le Département du Développement International (DFID) du Royaume Uni (UK), avec un budget de £90 millions (environ 140 millions USD), Tuungane est le plus vaste programme en son genre dans le réseau global de l’IRC. Tuungane travaille en partenariat avec environ 1000 villages à travers quatre provinces e t vise à soutenir 1.7 millions de citoyens congolais dans leurs efforts de reconstruire leur pays. Le/la Directeur/Directrice Adjoint(e) –CDR assurera la supervision technique et l’appui à cinq expatriés coordinateurs-CDR, un coordinateur de la décentralisation, gestionnaire de genre et inclusion et une équipe élargie d’environ 300 membres du personnel au total. Il (elle) travaillera aussi en étroite collaboration avec le Spécialiste Technique en matière de Gouvernance de l’IRC et le Conseiller en suivi et evaluation pour coordonner l’apport technique et le contrôle des activités du programme.

RESPONSABILITÉS

Gestion et surveillance du programme

* S’assurer que le progrès du programme Tuungane est ex&eacut e;cuté selon les plans de travail définis afin de réaliser les livrables du projet. Par une planification et un contrôle fort, identifier à temps les obstacles potentiels au succès du programme et mener les corrections nécessaires.

* Faire un contrôle général du budget du programme, et travailler en collaboration avec les acteurs internes clés afin de s’assurer que les dépenses sont planifiées, exécutées et gérées proprement. Selon les besoins, diriger le processus d’élaboration des alignements budgétaires.

* Gérer les aspects contractuels et programmatiques des relations avec les partenaires dans l’exécution du programme, y compris CARE International et Search for Common Ground (SFCG). S’assurer que les partenariats communautaires sont gérés conformément aux exigences d e conformité de l’IRC et de DFID.

* Introduire des initiatives d’assurance qualité en vue d’adresser les problèmes d’efficacité ou de conformité.

Conception et qualité du Programme

* S’assurer que les activités sont exécutées selon un ensemble de protocoles et d’outils bien définis tout en trouvant un équilibre entre la réalisation ponctuelle des objectifs, le respect des processus de qualité, et la rigueur méthodologique.

* Sur base d’une surveillance rigoureuse du programme, recommander des ajustements dans la conception du programme ou aux protocoles d’exécution, et les exécuter tel que convenu avec la Directrice de Gouvernance.

* Favoriser une atmosphère de critique constructive et une amélioration co ntinue des approches de programmation chez le personnel de Tuungane et particulièrement l’équipe de Coordination.

* Exploiter les domaines d’intérêt commun avec les autres programmes de l’IRC (notamment la Santé et l’Education) en vue de promouvoir les synergies entre secteurs.

* S’assurer que Tuungane se déroule d’une manière consistante avec le Plan stratégique de l’IRC-RDC et avec la stratégie du secteur gouvernance une fois en place.

Suivi, Évaluation et Apprentissage

* Soutenir l’exécution de l’évaluation de la phase II de Tuungane, et le suivi efficace des activités, de finance et de construction, y compris les rapports avec les partenaires en recherche.

* S’assurer que les leçons apprises du Programme Tuungane et d’autres programmes/organisations sont considérées pour leur pertinence aux activités du programme, et suggérer des ajustements nécessaires. En particulier, soutenir les processus apprentissage qui suivent l’évaluation du Programme Tuungane achevée en 2012 et l’adaptation du programme tel que nécessaire

* Se mettre à jour des débats thématiques pertinents en RDC et dans le monde.

Représentation et Coordination

* Ensemble avec la Directrice de Gouvernance, représenter l’IRC et Tuungane auprès de DFID, particulièrement en rapport avec le progrès du programme, les problèmes de planification opérationnelle, et co-faciliter les négociations avec DFID sur les amendements au cadre logique, au budget ou aux engagements contractuels.

* Support la Directrice de Gouvernance à s’assurer de l’élaboration et de la soumission ponctuelle des documents de qualité du programme, y compris les rapports narratifs, les leçons apprises, et les témoignages réussites, les profiles des bénéficiaires, et autres documents de communication.

* Co-présider les réunions trimestrielles avec les Directeurs Provinciaux de l’IRC afin d’examiner le progrès du programme, la planification des activités et des dépenses.

* Organiser des réunions régulières du personnel Tuungane pour la coordination et la planification du programme. Se réunir mensuellement avec le point focal financier de Tuungane afin d’examiner l’état financier du projet.

* Coordonner avec les autres hauts responsables de l’IRC sur des problèmes d’intérêt com mun. Participer aux groupes de travail d’une manière ponctuelle ou régulière selon les besoins.

* Représenter l’IRC/Tuungane auprès du gouvernement de la RDC, des autres acteurs extérieurs, ou dans des forums de coordination.

EXIGENCES

* Un parcours avéré avec au moins 3 ans d’expérience de gestion à haut niveau d’un portefeuille de plus de 15 millions USD ;

* Expérience antérieure avec la Reconstruction dirigée par la communauté (CDR) ou autre programmation de développement dirigé par la communauté;

* Expérience approfondie de gestion budgétaire, des systèmes financiers et des paiements, et gestion des contrats ;

* Une capacité avérée d’analyse rapide des problèmes tr&egra ve;s complexes, de prise de décision, et d’une traduction des priorités des programmes en stratégies opérationnelles.

* Des compétences excellentes de gestion des ressources humaines, des compétences interpersonnelles, une communication transculturelle, et la capacité de gérer une équipe multi ethnique.

* Connaissance de la gouvernance locale et des problèmes de la décentralisation dans un contexte post-conflit, et des stratégies de genre et d’inclusion.

* Une forte compétence dans l’utilisation des outils informatiques (Excel, Word, Power Point, et Outlook).

* Aisance en travaillant comme membre d’une équipe vaste dans un environnement de gestion complexe, fluide, et exigeant.

* Capacité de voyager fréquemment aux divers sites pour les visites de contrôle, y compris à des endroits éloig nés à l’Est de la RDC.

* Capacité de parler et écrire couramment en français et anglais.

Situation Sécuritaire Spécifique/Logement

Le/la Directeur/Directrice Adjoint(e) sera basé(e) à Bukavu. Des voyages fréquents entre les cinq sites du projet sont exigés.

The International Rescue Committee is one of the largest providers of relief and development assistance in the Democratic Republic of Congo implementing programs in the sectors of health, governance & community driven development, women’s protection & empowerment, education, and emergency response through a network of nine field office and a range of institutional and community partnerships. IRC is seeking an experienced and dynamic professional for the position of Deputy Director – Community Driven Reconstruction.

SCOPE

Reporting to the Director of Governance Programs, the Deputy Director – Community-Driven Reconstruction (CDR) will be responsible for implementation of IRC’s ‘Tuungane’ community-driven reconstruction program in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Funded by the UK Department for International Development, and with a total budget of GBP 90 million (approximately USD 140 million), Tuungane is the largest program of its kind within the IRC network globally. Tuungane works in partnership with approx. 1,000 villages across four provinces and aims to support more than 1.7 million Congolese citizens as they work to rebuild their country. The Deputy Director – CDR will provide technical oversight and support to six Community Driven Reconstruction Coordinators, a National Quality Manager, Decentralization Coordinator and an extended team of approximately 300 staff in total. S/he will also work closely with the IRC Governance Technical Specialist, Gender Manager and the Monitoring and Evaluation Advisor to coordinate technical input to and oversight of program activities.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Program Management and Oversight:

* Ensure that Tuungane project progress is implemented according to defined work plans in order to achieve project deliverables. Through strong planning and monitoring, identify potential obstacles to programmatic success in a timely fashion, and implement corrective actions as needed.

* Provide overall oversight to the Tuungane project budget, and liaise with key internal stakeholders to ensure spending is planned, executed and managed as appropriate. As needed, lead the process of developing budget realignments.

* Manage contractual and programmatic aspects of relations with program pa rtners, including CARE International & Search for Common Ground. Ensure community partnerships are managed in accordance with IRC and DFID compliance requirements.

* Introduce quality assurance initiatives to address efficiency, effectiveness and/or compliance concerns.

Program Design & Quality:

* Ensure activities are implemented according to a well-defined set of program protocols and tools which balance the need for timely achievement of objectives with the importance of quality processes, and methodological rigour.

* On the basis of strong programme monitoring, recommend adjustments to the program design or implementation protocols, and implement these as agreed with the Director of Governance.

* Foster an atmosphere of constructive critique and continuous improvement of program approaches among Tuungane staff and specifically the coordination team.

* Lever age areas of common interest with other IRC programs (notably Health & Education) to promote synergies among sectors.

* Ensure that Tuungane evolves in a manner consistent with the IRC D.R. Congo Strategic Plan and Governance Sector Strategy once in place.

Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning

* Support the implementation of Tuungane’s Phase II evaluation, and support the effective monitoring of activities, financial and construction aspects of the program, including support to relationships with research partners.

* Ensure that lessons learned from Tuungane & other programs / organizations are considered for relevance to ongoing program activities, and propose adjustments as needed. In particular, support the follow-up to the Tuungane program evaluation and continued adaptation of the program as appropriate.

* Maintain familiarity with key relevant thematic deb ates within DRC and globally.

Representation & Coordination

* With the Director of Governance, represent IRC and Tuungane to DFID, in particular as regards programme progress and operational planning issues, and co-lead the negotiation of logframe, budget or other contractual amendments with DFID.

* Support the Director of Governance to ensure the development and timely submission of quality program documents, including narrative reports, lessons learned & success stories, beneficiary profiles, and other communications documents.

* Co-lead quarterly meetings with IRC Provincial Directors to review program progress, spending and future planning. Organise regular coordination and planning meetings of Tuungane project staff. Meet with the Tuungane finance focal point on a monthly basis to review the financial status of the project.

* Coordinate with other IRC senior staf f on issues of mutual interest or concern. Participate in ad hoc or regular working groups as requested.

* As appropriate, represent IRC / Tuungane to the government of DRC, other external actors, or in coordination fora.

REQUIREMENTS

* A proven and successful track record that features at least 3 years of previous senior management experience managing a portfolio of US$ 15+ million.

* Prior experience with Community-Driven Reconstruction or Community-Driven Development programming, or similar.

* Postgraduate degree in international development, political science or similar governance or community development related discipline.

* Extensive experience with budget management, navigating financial systems and payments, and contracts management.

* Demonstrated ability for rapid analysis of very complex issues, strong decision-making, and translation of programmatic priorities into operational strategies.

* Experience with monitoring and evaluation systems to ensure tracking of programme progress and results

* Excellent human resource management skills, interpersonal skills, cross-cultural communication and experience in managing a multi -ethnic team.

* Knowledge of local governance and decentralisation issues in post-conflict contexts, and of gender and inclusion strategies.

* Excellent leadership and communication skills and professional and diplomatic approach

* Strong aptitude for delivering successful presentations.

* Very strong computer skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook).

* Must be comfortable working as part of a larger team in a complex, fluid and demanding management environment.

* Ability to travel frequently to project sites for monitoring visits, include remote areas, in eastern DRC.

* Fluency in English and French (spoken and written) required.

Specific Security Situation/Housing :

The Deputy Director – CDR will be based in Bukavu. Frequent travel between the five project sites is required.

How to apply:

Please follow this link to apply:
http://www.aplitrak.com/?adid=c3RldmVueS4xMjkyMS4zODMwQGlyYy5hcGxpdHJhay...

Organization: Save the Children
Country: Algeria, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
Closing date: 22 May 2014

About us

Save the Childrenis the leading independent organization for children in need, with programs in over 120 countries, including the United States. We aim to inspire breakthroughs in the way the world treats children, and to achieve immediate and lasting change in their lives by improving their health, education and economic opportunities. Each year, we reach tens of millions of children in need in the United States and around the world. Join our dedicated and diverse staff in their work to improve the well-being of children everywhere.

The Health & Nutrition Global Initiative is a coordinating body for member, regional and country office engagement in advancing our work in health, nutrition, and HIV, in development and humanitarian settings, as one Save the Children. The GI will provide guidance and support to members and country offices to deliver on our global health and nutrition objectives. The Deputy Director is a leadership position working closely with the Director of the Health and Nutrition Global Initiative.

About the Role

• In close collaboration with the Director, contribute to the design, development and support of the implementation of Save the Children's global health and nutrition initiatives and strategies; working in close coordination with Save the Children members and Save the Children International - with the specific responsibility for driving forward the global nutrition agenda.
• Lead the development and coordination of Thematic Task Groups
• Facilitate the collaboration and coordination with the EveryOne Campaign
• Contribute to the development and implementation of Health and Nutrition Global Initiative’s priorities: e.g. capacity building; global technical fora; and resources that will improve consistency, effectiveness and quality of Health, Nutrition, HIV, and WASH programming in Save the Children
• Supervise Save the Children's global monitoring and evaluation work under the Global Initiative by supporting the production of tools and capacity building for improved quality of data production, collection and analysis
• Represent the Global Initiative and Save the Children in various fora, as needed, to advance priorities

About You

• Public health or nutrition degree, or a person with advanced training in public health, and significant senior-level experience.
• Thorough knowledge of global health and nutrition policy, technical, and program issues in development and humanitarian contexts.
• Developing country experience, preferably through long-term assignments, in health and nutrition
• Robust experience working in international development in designing, implementing and evaluating health and nutrition programs
• Proven senior level experience leading diverse, complex initiative and teams to achieve agreed objectives
• Proven ability to broker collaboration and engagement of Member organizations in contributing to the goals and objectives of the GI
• Excellent writing, communications, facilitation, capacity building and networking skills in English.
• Experience in policy, advocacy and/or resource development is desirable.
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 30%

What we offer

Save the Children provides an attractive benefits package including competitive salaries, a matching retirement plan, health and welfare benefits, life insurance, an employee assistance program, generous time off and much more.

How to apply:

https://jobs.savethechildren.org.uk/vacancy/566/description

Organization: UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs
Country: United States of America
Closing date: 31 Jan 2014

Duty Station: New York
Estimated Start Date: 15/02/2014
Duration of need: 6 months with a possibility of extension

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

This position is located in the Office of Director, Coordination and Response Division, Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) in New York. Deputy Director reports to the Director, Coordination and Response Division.

Responsibilities:

Reporting to the Director of the Coordination and Response Division (CRD), Deputy Director will oversee the management of activities undertaken by the Division, ensure that programmed activities are carried out in a timely fashion and co-ordinates work in the different areas both within the Division and Department, and with other organizations of the United Nations System, as appropriate.

• Leads, formulates, supervises and carries out the work programme of the Division under his/her responsibility. Co-ordinates the work carried out by different work units under the Division, including Regional and Country Offices in the field, and by other agencies and bodies of the United Nations system; provides programmatic/substantive reviews of the drafts prepared by others.
• Co-ordinates and oversees the development and preparation of reports, including Common Humanitarian Action Plans and agreed policies and principles of humanitarian actions for presentation to intergovernmental bodies such as the Advisory Committee on Administrative and Budget Questions, Committee for Programme Coordination, Economic and Social Council, the General Assembly and other policy-making organs, as appropriate.
• Reports to intergovernmental bodies on budget/programme performance or on programmatic/ substantive issues, as appropriate, particularly those presented in biannual and/or annual reports.
• Facilitates provision of administrative support to the field. This includes overseeing the management of activities undertaken by the Division by directing efforts to provide improved field-based coordination and planning which involves leading and/or organizing contingency planning, fact-finding and needs assessment missions; leading, supervising and guiding the field-based inter-agency consultation and planning processes; promoting linkages with rehabilitation, humanitarian strategies and principles,common action plans and programme monitoring and evaluation; facilitating mobilization and coordination of support to OCHA field offices and UN Country Teams in complex emergencies and natural disasters around the world including advising, training, briefing and orientation;
• Ensures that the outputs produced by the Division maintain high-quality standards; that reports are clear, objective and based on comprehensive data. Ensures that all outputs produced by the Sections under his/her supervision meet required standards before completion to ensure they comply with the relevant mandates.
• Assists the Director in preparing the work programme of the Division, determining priorities, and allocating resources for the completion of outputs and their timely delivery.
• Undertakes or oversees the programmatic/administrative tasks necessary for the functioning of the Division, including preparation of budgets, reporting on budget/programme performance, evaluation of staff performance (PAS), interviews of candidates for job openings, evaluation of candidates and preparation of inputs for results-based budgeting.
• Recruits staff, taking due account of geographical balance.
• Manages, guides, develops and trains staff under his/her supervision.
• Fosters teamwork and communication among staff in the Division and across organizational boundaries.
• On behalf of the Director, acting as the coordinator for field staff movements; participating in the policy development and direction of OCHA, providing input to the Inter-Agency Standing Committee (IASC) and its Working Group; promoting and directing the implementation of the humanitarian reform in the field in particular, the application of Central Emergency Response Fund (CERF) grants to new, deteriorating or under-funded emergencies.
• Represents the Division at international, regional or national meetings.
• In the absence of the Director of the Division deputizes for the Director and act as the Officer-In- Charge of the Coordination and Response Division. Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of the Division.

COMPETENCIES

Professionalism: Expert knowledge of complex, multifaceted humanitarian affairs issues with wide exposure to humanitarian and emergency relief operations; Ability to advise the UN RC/HC as well as the OCHA's senior management team on tactical approaches and techniques to address complex and sensitive humanitarian issues; Conceptual and strategic analytical capacity to thoroughly analyse and evaluate critical matters pertaining to a broad spectrum of humanitarian and emergency relief issues;Ability to effectively handle major policy and project development and its implementation; Ability to work under pressure including in insecure environments, while maintaining productivity and effectiveness; Excellent understanding of institutional mandates, policies and guidelines related to humanitarian affairs and of the institutions of the UN system, in particular, the mandate of OCHA as well as its core policies and guiding humanitarian principles; Knowledge of OCHA institutional mandate, its policies, and organizational procedures as well as understanding of the core UN policies and guiding principles pertaining to international humanitarian affairs; Ability to examine, edit, and provide analytical inputs and intellectual guidance for the work of others; Readiness to serve in hardship environment.

Planning and Organizing:Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; Identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; Allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work-Foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; Monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; Uses time efficiently.

Accountability:Takes ownership of all responsibilities and honours commitments; Delivers outputs for which one has responsibility within prescribed time, cost and quality standards; Operates in compliance with organizational regulations and rules; Supports subordinates, provides oversight and takes responsibility for delegated assignments; Takes personal responsibility for his/her own shortcomings and those of the work unit, where applicable.

For Managerial Positions:

Leadership: Serves as a role model that other people want to follow: empowers others to translate vision into results; is proactive in developing strategies to accomplish objectives; establishes and maintains relationships with a broad range of people to understand needs and gain support; anticipates and resolves conflicts by pursuing mutually agreeable solutions; drives for change and improvements; does not accept the status quo; shows the courage to take unpopular stands. Provides leadership and takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work; demonstrates knowledge of strategies and commitment to the goal of gender balance in staffing.

Judgement/Decision-making: Identifies the key issues in a complex situation, and comes to the heart of the problem quickly- Gathers relevant information before making a decision; considers positive and negative impacts of decisions prior to making them; Takes decisions with an eye to the impact on others and on the Organization; Proposes a course of action or makes a recommendation based on all available information; Checks assumptions against facts; Determines that the actions proposed willsatisfy the expressed and underlying needs for the decision; makes tough decisions when necessary.

QUALIFICATIONS

Experience: A minimum of fifteen years of progressively responsible experience including at the international level, in emergency management, disaster relief coordination, humanitarian assistance, human resources management, administration, financial management, budget or related field. Managerial experience, including in inter-organizational relief coordination in emergency situations in the field locations is required. Qualifying years of experience are calculated following the receipt of thefirst level university degree recognised by the United Nations.

Education: Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in international affairs, political science, business or public administration, finance, accounting, law, social sciences, or related area. A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Languages: English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this position fluency in English (oral and written) is required. The knowledge of French is desirable. Knowledge of another UN official language is an advantage.

How to apply:

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED:

• Cover Letter
• Personal History Profile (visit https://inspira.un.org to generate a PHP)
• Last two completed Performance Appraisal or two Reference Letters for external applicants

ALL SUBMISSIONS TO BE SENT TO:

Contact Name: Yasuko Sawada (Email Address: sawada@un.org)
Copy (cc): Etiam Fiagan (Email Address: fiagan@un.org)

Organization: Management Sciences for Health
Country: Ethiopia
Closing date: 30 Apr 2014

OVERALL RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Deputy Country Director (DCD) assists the Country Director in providing overall management of the SCMS project for the Ethiopia Ministry of Health, including technical and administrative support in strengthening the procurement and quantification systems; improving warehousing and distribution capacity; health systems strengthening field support; logistics management information systems development and implementation; business process optimization; monitoring and evaluation, and; project communications. Responsibilities include supporting the Country Director in i) development of vision and technical strategy, work plans, and performance management plans; ii) adherence to administrative, procurement, and financial procedures; iii) documentation and communications, and; iv) development and management of productive relationships with clients and stakeholders, in particular with the Federal Ministry of Health, and coordination with other public health supply chain projects.

The DCD is responsible for directly managing the Logistics Management Information System (LMIS) Project Manager, the M&E / Communications Manager, the Deputy Director for Technical Operations and, in close collaboration with the Country Director is responsible for ensuring effective collaboration, coordination, and integration of program activities across all of the SCMS Program technical areas. This means working closely with the other Deputy Directors of Finance and Administration, and Procurement Operations, and with the IT Project Manager, who report directly to the Country Director.

The position requires an experienced technical person who has a broad view of supply chain management system implementation and strengthening, who can be innovative, and who can take initiative on new ideas and strategies, taking into account the prevailing or changing circumstances. As a technical leader s/he is able to delegate “hands-on” technical issues to the technical team and provide management oversight and direction. Specific emphasis will be placed on program management.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

SCMS Project Management and Leadership:

1.Work closely with the SCMS Country Director to ensure that all areas of the project are integrated, including Procurement Operations, Finance and Administration, Technical Operations of Warehouse & Distribution, Health Systems Strengthening Field Support, Logistics Management Information Systems, IT Projects, Monitoring and Evaluation, Communications, and Program Management, making the most effective and efficient use of all project resources.

2.Serve as a member of the Senior Management Team and assist the Country Director in ensuring that all project deliverables are met and that capacity building and supply chain strengthening goals are achieved.

3.Manage the efforts across all program areas to ensure that transition and close-out plans are integrated into the project work and are implemented, monitored, and effected in a coordinated manner toward successful TO close-out and follow-on activity.

4.Liaise with other MSH projects in-country, and with the MSH Country Leadership Team, to maximize integration and coordination of technical initiatives of MSH One. Liaise with MSH Country Operations Management Unit (COMU) as needed to ensure optimal operational support for technical activities.

5.Proactively and continuously provide technical and management oversight across all program areas to ensure that strategies, budgets, work plans, expenditures, data collection, performance monitoring, and reporting are planned and executed to support program deliverables. Identify and resolve challenges, prioritize competing demands for resources, manage competing time constraints.

6.Oversee technical reports, trip reports, performance reports, deliverables, STTA SOWs and ensure effective communication with PMO, MSH HO, USAID, and other partners; develop innovative methods to capture and demonstrate project impact through communication and information sharing.

7.Work closely with the Country Director to ensure that the Joint Work Plan with PFSA is managed and implemented.

8.Act as the designated alternate SCMS representative to the Country Director with USAID, the FMOH, PMO, and SCMS HO. Serve as Acting Country Director in the absence of the Country Director.

9.Represent the SCMS project at various technical meetings with other cooperating agencies, collaborating with partners, senior government officials, and donor agencies. Participate in various working groups as required.

10.Conduct field monitoring visits across all program areas.

11.Report regularly to the Country Director in regard to progress, results, and challenges.

12.Prepare and deliver presentations on key project activities and achievements across all program areas as needed.

13.Participate in staff planning, budgeting, recruitment, and development.

14.Carry out additional responsibilities as may be assigned by the Country Director.

Technical Operations, LMIS, M&E, and Communications Supervision:

1.Supervise the LMIS Project Manager, the M&E / Communications Manager, and the Deputy Director of Technical Operations to ensure that they have updated, relevant job descriptions, work plans specific to their role, conduct performance reviews, provide on-going mentoring and coaching, manage all personnel issues.

2.Oversee work planning and activities to ensure that budgets and expenditures are managed and deliverables are met.

3.Ensure staff are trained on and follow SCMS and MSH policy, procedures, and SOPs.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1.Post Graduate education in logistics, supply chain management, pharmacy, medicine, public health, or business, or in a field of study closely related to the responsibilities, with a background in public health, is required.

2.Minimum of eight years relevant experience in program management in public health, supply chain, or health systems strengthening, including budget management, project design and management, capacity building, monitoring and evaluation, and administration operations, of which at least 5 years of supervisory experience is required; and cultivating strategic relationships with executive stakeholders. An Ethiopian national is preferred.

3.Demonstrated strategic planning expertise is required.

4.Experience with USAID or other donor agencies is required. In-depth work experience with the Federal Ministry of Health, including demonstrated ability to maintain productive relationships with executive management, is required. Familiarity with USG procurement rules and regulations highly preferred.

5.Ability to manage multiple tasks within tight deadlines and to prioritize effectively while delivering high quality work.

6.Expert ability to present complex data in a clear and concise manner. Expert ability to deliver presentations and speak in public forums. Ability to identify potential problem areas, perform root cause analysis, and alert appropriate parties for corrective action.

7.Expert written and verbal skills required. Fluency in English and Amharic is required. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Familiarity with Microsoft Project is a plus.

8.Experience working in international public health in a field office of a developing country is required; experience in east Africa is preferred.

9.Excellent interpersonal skills, sound judgment, communication skills, training experience is required. Demonstrated ability to effectively organize, manage, and communicate across different layers within a team-oriented, culturally diverse environment and partner organizations, and ability to identify and resolve policy and operational constraints.

10.Self-motivated, strong initiative is required. Ability and willingness to travel locally and internationally as required.

Management Sciences for Health is an equal opportunity employer offering employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship, physical or mental handicap, or status as a disabled or Vietnam Era veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces.

How to apply:

**To apply for this position, please submit a resume to https://jobs-msh.icims.com/jobs/7229/deputy-country-director/job. For more information about MSH, please visit our web site at www.msh.org. If you cannot apply online or have difficulty doing so, please email an explanation of your problem to iRecruiterproblem@msh.org .

Organization: International Rescue Committee
Country: Chad
Closing date: 18 Jun 2014

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is a non-profit, non-sectarian voluntary agency providing assistance to refugees around the world. IRC’s programs promote self-sustenance for refugees and host populations through public health, sanitation, shelter, rehabilitation, and educational programs. IRC serves refugees in over 40 countries in Europe, Africa and Asia. IRC is committed to freedom, human dignity and self-reliance. This commitment is reflected in well-planned resettlement assistance, global emergency relief, rehabilitation, and advocacy for refugees and host community.

In response to a growing humanitarian crisis and the influx of refugees into Chad, the IRC launched programs in Eastern Chad in February 2004 (Ouré Cassoni camp), in August 2008 (Bredjing camp) and in January 2011 (Treguine Camp). In addition, IRC has also launched an emergency primary health care program in the Bahr el Ghazal region in October 2010, following the d rought that has severely affected the living conditions of the population, especially the food security, the nutrition & the health status. More recently (May - December 2011), IRC Chad has also launched another health program in Faya Largeau (Borkou region) to support the Chadian migrants coming back to Chad after the war in Libya and from September 2011- April 2012, the IRC has been implementing an emergency cholera response in Abeche town, Eastern Chad. IRC started a new Health & Nutrition Program in Mongo, Guera Region in central Chad to provide assistance to drought affected population of that region. In 2013, IRC participated in an emergency response in Tissi, providing water and sanitation for refugees from Darfur. In February 2014, IRC is assisting refugees/returnees from CAR in health, reproductive health, nutrition and GBV.

Overall Accountability and Responsibilities:

The Deputy Director of Programs is responsible for defining and managing the programmatic structure for IRC Chad, ensuring that it reflects the needs of the overall country program and the Strategic Planning (CPSP). He/she, as part of the IRC Chad Senior Management Team, will be accountable for the overall Program Design, will have responsibilities for both the deliverables and the execution of the various programs, and will have the main responsibility in new program development as defined by the Country Director. The incumbent will directly supervise 4 staff: Health Coordinator, Nutrition Coordinator, a DME Manager and two Grants Officers. In absence of the Country Director, he/she will assume the role of Acting Country Director.

Specific Responsibilities

* Programs

• Develop, design and write up program and project ideas, concept and proposals in collaboration and coordination with the Technical Coordinators, Technical Advisors, Grants Officers, Health Coordinator, Nutrition Coordinator, Field Coordinat ors and Field Managers;
• Ensure effective and qualitative program cycle management for the programs in IRC Chad and ensure organizational and programmatic learning across the Country Program;
• Lead the development of strategic work-plans with clear objectives and achievement benchmarks, long-term and short-term priorities, implementation plans, financial projections and tools for evaluation;
• Work with the Technical Country Program staff and Field Coordinators to ensure adequate support is provided the Field implementing teams;
• Design and develop programs that promote beneficiary participation, capacity building, partnership, advocacy and protection and promotion of rights;
• In coordination with the Country Director and the Field teams, ensure the development of new program opportunities in line with IRC’s Mission Statement and IRC Chad’s Strategic Plan (CPSP);
• Ensure that all IRC program interventions are in line with IRC policies, donor requirements and generally accepted guidelines (e.g., SPHERE, WHO, UNHCR and National standards and protocols).
• In coordination with the Grants Officers, assist the Field teams in collecting, analyzing, presenting and storing data and in achieving the deliverables of the various programs, and the use of data in decision-making at Field level.

* Finance and Grants Management

• Ensure regular inputs for the grants management process and compliance with all IRC and donor regulations by reviewing all technical reports prepared by Technical Field staff and the Grants Officers;
• In coordination with the Financial Controller, Grants Officers and the Country Director, monitor all grant budgets to ensure compliance with donor requirements; review budget realignment and grant cost-extension requests; develop budgets for new program activities in coordination with the Technical Coordinators, Grants Officers and Financ e Controller; monitor grant expenditures to ensure compliance with budgets and be accountable for the internal reports. Contribute from the program perspective to the operating budget.
• Ensure program compliance with internal control procedures; ensure grant opening meetings (GOM) and grant closing meetings (GCM) are held for all grants and that the resulting Action Plan per participant is followed-up with all staff involved.

* Human Resources

• Keep update and adjust as needed the new structure within IRC Chad where Technical Program Staff (Health Coordinator, Nutrition Coordinator, Grants Officers and DME Manager) report to the Deputy Director Programs, and are supervised, monitored, coached and evaluated in a constructive way with program quality as main objective.
• Design, maintain and implement a plan for enhancing the capacities of the national staff towards the stated goal of developing a stable, lean, focused, efficient (cost and work- wise) and motivated IRC Chad program team.
• Coordinate the recruitment of relevant program staff; recommend promotions, disciplinary action and termination of program staff in consultation with the supervisors, Human Resources and the Country Director.
• Support development of the nationalization plan working closely with the HR team, Field and Technical Staff and the Country Director.

* Deputize for the Country Director

• Act as the focal point for all Program and projects related communication and issues between the field and N’Djamena.
• In the absence of the Country Director assume the role of Acting Country Director

Qualifications / Requirements

* Master’s degree in relevant field

* Fluent in French and English

* Minimum 5 years overseas experience in humanitarian/development work. Experience in Transition will be an advantage.

* Minimum 3 years international experience in management, preferably within an NGO setting.

* Experience is Africa will be a plus

* Strong knowledge and practical experience of IRC’s key donors – mainly USG (PRM, OFDA), ECHO, Europe Aid and UN-agencies (UNHCR, UNICEF, WFP)

* IRC-experience preferred.

* Strong team-player, excellent leadership, communication and inter-personal skills, ability to work independently, and strong time-management.

* High level of familiarity with computer word-processing and spreadsheet essential.

* Willingness to travel to and work in remote and/or insecure areas and conditions.

SPECIFIC SECURITY SITUATION/HOUSING:

* Staff in Chad must comply with all IRC Chad security policies and procedures applicable to international staff.

* The position is limited accompanied.

How to apply:

Please follow this link to apply:
http://www.aplitrak.com/?adid=a2ltbC41OTM1My4zODMwQGlyYy5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20

Organization: Tetra Tech
Country: Liberia
Closing date: 30 May 2014

Tetra Tech ARD, headquartered in Burlington, Vermont (http:www.tetratechintdev.com/) is currently accepting expressions of interest from qualified candidates for a potential Deputy Chief of Party position on an upcoming USAID-funded program in Liberia.

Responsibilities:

* Provide leadership, supervise and mentor local administrative and financial staff to effect sound project management, fiscal and administrative due diligence and the development of organizational and individual capacities.

* Identify and implement changes in administrative and financial policies and procedures that will enhance the cost effectiveness of program implementation.

* Execute operational planning/budgeting procedures and tools outlined in Tetra Tech ARD’s Standard Operating Procedures that require technical units to provide adequate advance notice of support needs to financial, administrative, logistical, HR, and procurement units.

* Assist the COP to arrange technical and administrative support for short-term consultants and contractors

* Ensure compliance of project operations with USAID, and Tetra Tech ARD Home Office administrative policies and guidelines.

* Support implementation efforts throughout Liberia when requested by the COP.

* Respond to pertinent information requests from project partners and other relevant organizations/institutions;

* Administer and manage the efficient utilization and maintenance of project resources, including vehicles, IT and office equipment and furnishings, and any other physical assets purchased by or assigned to the project;

* Advise the COP on all policy matters concerning project administration and financial management.

Qualifications:

* Master’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Commerce or related field.

* Minimum of 8-10 years’ experience managing USAID/USG funded projects.

* Excellent planning, management and organizational skills. Skilled in organizing resources and establishing priorities.

* Strong leadership, analytical and organizational skills. Demonstrated ability to work both independently and within a team. Demonstrated skill in quickly assessing priorities and opportunities and managing a variety of activities with attention to detail.

* Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to interact professionally with donor, project stakeholders, in-country collaborators and staff at all levels of the organization.

* Strong MS Office skills, including Excel.

* Strong written and oral presentation skills in English.

To be considered applicants must submit the following as part of the on-line process:

* Cover Letter

* CV in reverse chronological format

* A list of at least 3 professional references including name, contact information, and statement of relationship to the reference.

How to apply:

Please indicate where you saw Tetra Tech ARD’s ad posted.

Apply on-line at: https://careers.tetratechintdev.com/ARDCareers/App/InternationalPostingD...

Applications that do not meet the minimum requirements listed above will not be considered. No phone calls will be accepted.

Tetra Tech is committed to diversity and gender equality in all of its operations- in the U.S and overseas. We strive to reflect these goals in our global mission and in our workplace. We encourage applications from women and underrepresented ethnic, racial and cultural groups. Tetra Tech is proud to be an Affirmative Action/ Equal Opportunity Employer.

Organization: Concern Worldwide
Country: Malawi
Closing date: 17 Feb 2014

Concern Universal (CU) seeks a dynamic, high calibre, motivated and high achieving individual to fill this key role in the organisation.

Concern Universal’s Malawi programme works in partnership with District Councils and communities to reach over 900,000 rural people each year in the areas to improve basic service delivery, reduce vulnerability and promote pro-poor economic growth. In 2012-13 we spent more than £10 million on implementing community-based interventions and this is likely to increase over the next twelve months. In addition to the work with CU, the Deputy CD will also play an important leadership role as a member of the Board of CUMO Microfinance Ltd, a subsidiary of CU.

The Deputy Country Director (DCD) will be responsible for the CU Malawi programs and the program staff team (the total CU Malawi team is 235 with CUMO Microfinance Ltd employing an additional 170 staff in Malawi). The DCD, working with a highly qualified and experienced Senior Management Team, will have a crucial role in leading, motivating and inspiring these teams.

CU operates a highly decentralised structure and the DCD will be expected to take a lead role in managing and developing the Malawi programme in close partnership with the Country Director.

Our relationship with the central and local governments in Malawi, in-country donors and other partners are paramount to our work and the DCD plays a pivotal role in nurturing and growing these important relationships. Our key current donor partners in Malawi include Irish Aid, DFID, the European Commission, WFP, USAID, AusAid, Against Malaria Foundation and Solidaridad.

The DCD will be based in Blantyre. Substantial local and occasional international travel will be required.

A suitable candidate will have:? Excellent understanding of international development issues? Proven leadership, representation and communication skills? All round programme development and management skills ? Proven experience of multiple donor grant management and reporting to major donors? Proven proposal writing experience? A strong understanding of operations (finance, logistics, HR) ? At least a postgraduate degree level qualification in a relevant discipline

Background: CU is an international development and relief organisation established in the UK in 1976. Our vision is a world where justice, dignity and respect prevail for all. Our mission is to work in partnership to challenge poverty and inequality. We support practical actions that enable people to improve their lives. We value human dignity, community focus, integrity and partnership. Our strategic objectives for 2009-14 are (i) enabling community-led development (improving food security and sustainable livelihoods, health, respect for rights, and skills and reducing vulnerability) and; (ii) inspiring and influencing others.

Status: Accompanied.

Salary: Grade 3, Salary Range £25,270 – 36,030 per year.

Benefits: Accommodation, insurance, flights, local allowance, annual medical examination, dependent’s and school fees allowances.

Duration of contract: Permanent.

How to apply:

Application Process: All applicants must complete an application form. For an application form and other information about CU and its programme in Malawi, please visit our website www.concernuniversal.org Please submit completed application forms to Olivia Sawyer at the following address: olivia.sawyer@concern-universal.org Applicants are encouraged to apply on-line. Only individuals who strictly meet the requirements should apply. Closing date: Monday, 17th February 2014

Initial telephone interviews for shortlisted candidates will take place mid-February followed by a panel interview and written exercise for the final shortlisted candidates.

Country: Congo
Closing date: 27 Feb 2014

Chemonics seeks a deputy chief of party for finance, administration, and compliance for the anticipated USAID-funded Enhancing Services and Linkages for Children Affected by HIV and AIDS (ELIKIA) activity in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. This project will strengthen comprehensive care and support for orphans and other vulnerable children who are infected and affected by HIV, increasing their chances to grow up to be healthy, educated, and socially well-adjusted adults. This project will support the President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief continuum of care in DRC and will serve target communities in Katanga, Kinshasa, and Orientale provinces. We are looking for individuals who have a passion for making a difference in the lives of people around the world.

Responsibilities include: * Serve as primary coordinator for all aspects of activity finance, administration, compliance, and sub-grants management

Qualifications: * Bachelor's degree required; master's degree in relevant field or equivalent experience preferred * A minimum of seven years of relevant management experience, with progressive responsibilities, in developing countries (of which some experience should be in francophone Africa) * Experience in financial regulations, policies, and practices of comparable U.S. government or other international programs funded by other donors * Strong financial and operational management experience with proven management skills * Demonstrated leadership, versatility, and integrity * French and English fluency required

Application instructions:

Send electronic submissions to DRCOVC@chemonics.com by January 31, 2014. Please include the name of the position in the subject line. No telephone inquiries, please. Finalists will be contacted.

In addition, please download and complete Chemonics’ equal employment opportunity self-identification form (http://bit.ly/t6VWug) and submit it separately to EEOselfidentify@chemonics.com with only "OVC - DCOP Finance, Administration, and Compliance" in the subject line. If you prefer not to disclose your sex, race, or ethnicity, you may check “I do not wish to complete the information requested.” Thank you for completing the form and supporting our equal employment opportunity reporting requirements.

Chemonics is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its selection and employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, or other non-merit factors.

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How to apply:

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Organization: Adeso
Country: Somalia
Closing date: 07 Feb 2014

ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT

Adeso is an expanding and vibrant African based international development and humanitarian organization. At Adeso, we work with African communities who are yet to realize their full potential; working inside these communities to create environments in which Africans can thrive. Our belief that economic, social and environmental security is the bedrock of a healthy community drives the nature and intent of our programming. We work to prevent and overcome situations that adversely affect community well-being by: reinvigorating the economy, developing skills for life and work, providing humanitarian aid, and influencing policy.

For the past 20 years we have strengthened rural livelihoods through environmental awareness, training, technology transfer and innovative humanitarian projects in pursuit of a peaceful, self-reliant, and greener future. Currently, Adeso has programs in Somalia, Kenya and South Sudan.

Adeso is an exciting and dynamic organization experiencing managed rapid growth. It offers sound employment conditions with opportunities for personal growth and development.

POSITION SUMMARY

The incumbent will be responsible for the day to day implementation of the program activities in accordance to the implementation plan, donor requirement and Adeso program implementation frame work. In liaison with the program manager, the incumbent will be responsible for providing management oversight to all program teams and support on program planning and implementation.
POSITION PURPOSE

1. Cary out day to day program implementation activities
2. Participate and contribute program development
3. Lead and motivate the program teams while ensuring close coordination with other departments

SPECIFIC ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES• In liaison with the program manager, ensure overall programs implementation on day to day basis in accordance to the detailed implementation plan and as per donor requirement• Develop weekly, monthly activities work activities plan jointly with the teams and ensure its implemented accordingly• Participant new grants start up meetings, and draw the detailed implementation plan including the M&E monitoring plan• Establish work plans and staffing plans for each phase of program - Identifies resources needed and assigns individual responsibilities• Effectively applies Adeso methodologies and enforces project standards. • Minimizes exposure to project and institutional risk.• Prepare program status reports on a regular basis and document any changes to project activities for HQ • Resolve issues as they arise across areas of the project and where they impact on other activities, systems and projects. • Ensure safety and security procedures and policies are observed by all the project teams. • Communicate project status to all team members, and other relevant departments and involved parties. • Conduct project meetings, bi-weekly or monthly as needed and actively participate in local coordination mechanisms. • Support new areas of programming (In line with Adeso’s mandate) and prioritize emerging program needs such as baseline information, assessments, gap analysis and preparation of fact sheets, beneficiary profiles, success stories and regional briefs.• Establish staff performance objectives for periodic appraisals for all program staff.• Supervise project teams to ensure successful completion / implementation of the program.• Identify operational/technical and management challenges arising during field activity implementation and ensure that the challenges are regularly reported to the Programme Manager for timely action.• Monitor program activities to ensure cost effectiveness, timeliness and relevance to the approved work plan• Prepare and manage Program Monitoring Plans (PMP) and strengthen monitoring, evaluation, learning and documentation as an integral part of programming• Filing and general documentation of program activities, best practices and most significant changes accruing from implementation of the program• Carry out Training Needs Assessment as relevant to program implementation• Ensure optimal utilization of programs resources Team management • Participate project staff recruitment• Lead and motivate the program team (Officers, field assistants, casuals) to ensure effective project implementation and conduct regular team meetings. • Overall responsible for the day-to-day management of the project staff (officers, Field assistants and casuals) • Conduct performance evaluation and appraisal of staff• Provide on the job training for the projects staffsMonitoring and Evaluation • Submit quality weekly, bi-weekly and monthly report of the program status on time• Ensure data collections are of high quality and teams observe the data quality ethics• provide quality reporting, undertake qualitative information reporting i.e case studies, success stories and community feedback• Strengthen the complaint and response mechanism and ensure community feedback • Planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the program to ensure the program is delivered according to plan - Effectively monitor and manage the project schedule.Financial management

• Fulfil all delegated sub-budget holder responsibilities according to Adeso financial policies • In coordination with Program Manager fulfil all grant compliance requirements particularly the preparation of programmatic financial planning.

Representation and coordination

• Represent Adeso in aspects related to planning, program activities and stakeholder’s meetings under guidance of the program manager • Promote Adeso’s work in South Somalia and create networks and linkages with other organizations• Initiate collaborative activities with relevant authorities and like-minded Non-Governmental, Community Based, Grass Roots and Civil Society Organizations in Community Development with emphasis on Adeso values and mission. • Represent the Programme Manager in planning, programme implementation, reporting, meetings and forums as requested.• Represent the program manager in the regular coordination meetings

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• A bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, sociology or the relevant field• A minimum of 3 years relevant NGO experience in relevant fields and community related programmes • Good oral, written communication and presentation skills in English (Fluency in Somali language is an added advantage)• Ability to work independently under minimum supervision and capable to meet short deadlines• Creative, innovative and with strong interpersonal skills with aability to establish and maintain effective working relations with the project team and other staff• Proficiency in computer Micro Soft applications (Word, Excel and Power Point) • Strong Managerial and team work abilities• Analytical, communication and advocacy skills• Demonstrated ability to live and work in a multi-cultural environment• Excellent report writing abilities

How to apply:

This is a challenging opportunity for a dedicated and highly motivated professional. If you would like to join this dynamic team and, please submit your application to jobs@adesoafrica.org quoting the position in the email subject matter by February 7th, 2014. Each application should be addressed to the Regional Human Resource Manager and include the following:

• An updated CV; and • An application letter which should include remuneration requirements and contact information for three work-related referees.

Applications not including all of the above information will not be reviewed. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Adeso is an equal opportunity employer and female candidates are encouraged to apply.

Organization: Plan
Country: Philippines
Closing date: 13 Feb 2014

Plan’s vision is to reach as many children as possible, particularly those who are excluded or marginalised, with high quality programmes that deliver long lasting benefits. Plan has been working in the Philippines since 1961, helping poor children to realise their rights to health care, education, protection and a high quality of life. Prone to natural disasters, Plan Philippines is currently a full scale emergency response country programme intending to spend up to 75 million USD. There are over 40,000 sponsored children and a large grants portfolio from bilateral and multilateral donors including ADB, EU, OFDA, DFID, UN, etc.

We are looking for a Deputy CD-Operations to lead, manage and develop a high performing team of functional experts covering the areas of Supply Chain Management, HR, Finance, Risk Management, Administration, , IT, and Security.

This position is immediately available.

The Deputy CD-OP is a member of the Core Country Management Team and is expected to contribute to Plan’s understanding and strategic direction in the country. He or she deputises for the Country Director, as required and if needed, in relation to external stakeholders. The Deputy CD-OP line manages eight functional heads. You will be responsibelt for managing all risks associated with programme delivery including logistics, supply chain management, security, donor requirements, budget, people management and legal compliance. Providing operational support to Programme Units (PU) you will have the ability to work in a highly charged environment. You will also oversee the preparation and consolidation of reports for submission to the Regional Office and/or International Headquarters. The Deputy CD-OPs will have responsibility for managing a budget of approximately 5.5M USD per annum.

You will be a development professional with demonstrable experience as Head of Operations/Administration/Finance. Preferably educated to Masters level or equivalent in a related area, you will be able to demonstrate the ability to manage complex operations.

Type of Role: 5 year fixed term contractLocation: Country Office in Manila with extensive local and occasional international travel (40%)Reports to: Country DirectorSalary: Circa USD$58,000 per annum. This is an accompanied position and a full expat package will be available.Closing Date: 13th February 2014

Please note that only applications and CVs written in English will be accepted.

References will be taken and background and anti-terrorism checks will be carried out in conformity with Plans Child Protection Policy.

Plan operates an equal opportunities policy and actively encourages diversity, welcoming applications from all areas of the international community.

How to apply:

Please apply via our website https://career5.successfactors.eu/career?company=PlanInt

Organization: International Medical Corps
Country: Jordan
Closing date: 14 Feb 2014

International Medical Corps is a global, humanitarian, nonprofit organization dedicated to saving lives and relieving suffering through health care training and relief and development programs.

Established in 1984 by volunteer doctors and nurses, International Medical Corps is a private, voluntary, nonpolitical, nonsectarian organization. Its mission is to improve the quality of life through health interventions and related activities that build local capacity in underserved communities worldwide. By offering training and health care to local populations and medical assistance to people at highest risk, and with the flexibility to respond rapidly to emergency situations, International Medical Corps rehabilitates devastated health care systems and helps bring them back to self-reliance.

JOB SUMMARYThe Deputy Country Director - Operations is responsible for the operational activities of International Medical Corps Jordan, including Finance, Administration, Human Resources and Logistics.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES1. Operations Management• Assist the Country Director in the overall management of International Medical Corps activities to ensure the effective and efficient use of financial and material resources within the rules and procedures of IMC and partners• Plan, organize, manage and direct the work of the operations department, delegating responsibilities to direct reports • Plan, develop and implement processes, systems and procedures in order to ensure the efficient functioning of operations • Provide policy guidance, training and ongoing guidance to all operations staff • Ensure all activities are conducted in a timely, cost and quality effective manner• Represent the organization and liaise with local and national authorities, UN, NGO, and donor agencies to facilitate successful coordination of activities and ensure transparency in the community • Prepare monthly operations reports to the Country Director and quarterly and semi annual reports according to donor requirements and internal procedures• Provide technical inputs and assistance to programs with particular reference to financial management and reporting systems • Prepare annual work plan and budget that identify key objectives, responsible staff, deliverables and potential roadblocks

1. Compliance • Plan, develop and implement an Internal Control System to ensure compliance with internal policies and procedures, donor regulations and local laws • Monitor, evaluate and report on all operational activities to Country Director

2. Strategic Planning, Budgeting and Management• Assist Country Director in developing and implementing a strategic plan and designing an appropriate organizational structure • Lead the preparation of multi-year and annual budgets for the organization• Develop and implement tools for financial planning, monitoring and reporting for the organization• Develop and implement tools for sustainable HR management, including HR strategy, national HR policies and procedures, and recruitment and career development for national and expat staff

3. Human Resources• Oversee the recruitment and selection of qualified operations staff, recommend promotions, disciplinary action and termination of staff in consultation with supervisors • Collaborate with security officer/CD to maintain security of staff• Ensure that appropriate care, training and support are being provided to all staff in the organization• Maintain open lines of communication with all operations staff

4. Training/ Capacity Building• Determine training needs for operations staff • Train senior national staff to increase their responsibilities in order to build capacity and ensure sustainability of programs • Advocate and plan for professional development for expat and national staff

5. Working Relationships• Maintain frequent communication with Country Director to ensure operations activities and objectives are communicated• Work with Deputy Country Director - Program and with other program staff and with the Finance Director, Security and Logistics staff to ensure coordination

6. Representation• Act as Officer-in-Charge in the absence of the Country Director and Deputy Country Director – Programs• Attend and represent the organization at coordination meetings which are relevant to country operations activities• Interface with national government and relevant agencies to ensure mutual understanding of operations• Contribute to the creation of a positive image and overall credibility of the organization, notably through the application of the organizations Code of Conduct, ethics, values and stand-point with regard to internal and external actors

Qualifications: QUALIFICATIONS• over 10 yrs of operations management experience (management, planning, staff development and training skills) in an international NGO setting• Significant experience in development programs, mainly in the health field (Health policy, health reforms) • Comprehensive knowledge and working experience with grant management for donors such as USAID, World Bank, EU, DfID and other donors;• Significant experience in financial management, including preparing and managing budgets, banking activities, contracts and negotiations• Experience in developing and managing procurement and logistical procedures and policies• Skills and knowledge in operational sustainability and capacity building • Strong writing, presentation and reporting skills;• Fundraising and representational experience • Proven capabilities in leadership required• Strong negotiation, interpersonal and organization skills• Advanced degree or recognized professional certification in finance and management preferred, but will consider candidates with applicable professional experience

How to apply:

APPLICATION PROCEDURE
To officially begin the application process, qualified candidates please go to our career page http://careers.internationalmedicalcorps.org/careers.aspx , noting where you noticed the position you are applying for and complete the online employment application form.

Organization: Futures Group
Country: United States of America
Closing date: 31 Jan 2014

Company Profile

Established in 1971, Futures Group develops and delivers innovative, locally relevant, evidence-based solutions to improve the health and well-being of people around the world. We have assisted governmental and non-governmental agencies, foundations, and the private sector by designing, implementing and evaluating programs in HIV, sexual and reproductive health, population and family planning, maternal and child health, infectious diseases, and gender. Futures Group has deep expertise in policy and advocacy, research and strategic information, health markets and private sector engagement, modeling and economic analysis, patient monitoring and management/HMIS, strategic consulting, and program management.

Position Summary

The Deputy Project Director (DPD) will provide informatics development and implementation expertise for projects and business development activities in various countries internationally including Kenya and Haiti. This position is based in either Washington, D.C. or Durham North Carolina and entails approximately 10-30% overseas travel. The Deputy Project Director, in coordination with the Project Director, is responsible for ensuring headquarters and country operations are functioning effectively and meeting all technical requirements. Additionally, the Deputy is responsible for ensuring project reporting deadlines are met and additionally assists in business development and publications preparations.

Minimum Qualifications

• Degree in Health Informatics, Computer Science, Engineering. Degree/advanced degree in Public Health or related field a significant plus
• Eight or more years experience working in public health, with at least 5 years working in international information technology for PEPFAR or HIV/AIDS programs
• Experience leading IT and or Strategic Information (SI) components of health related project, management of IT team
• Training in and experience applying IT industry best practice including software development life cycle,
• Must be technically oriented and skilled

Preferred Qualifications

• Work experience in a developing country, preferably Africa, Haiti a significant plus
• Software or Systems Certification including SQL, Microsoft ASP .NET, SPSS
• Familiar with MongoDB, NOSQL, Map Reduce, Apache CouchDB, SQL Lite, a major plus
• PMP, Agile Scrum or other IT project management course work/ certification a plus
• Fluency in French a plus

Essential Functions
• To conduct informatics activities and support field-level project technical operations in program development, work plan development, reporting, materials development, and knowledge management
• In collaboration with both HIS and SI Advisors in assigned countries, lead the design and develop data collection methods and instruments to formulate short and long term plans
• Perform ICT assessment, requirements analysis, storyboarding solutions using UX tools; Reviewing high level Use Case, Providing Mentorship to software development teams
• Work with the team to implement and test applications before fielding software, analyze project data, synthesis findings, produce reports and other data in order to report project information, plan future activities and secure future project funding.
• Work with the PD and the country teams to enhance, promote and assist with the further development of health informatics by organizing meetings, workgroups, developing work and action plans and facilitating trainings and training materials as required.
• Assist with business development initiatives by assisting the PD in drafting SOW, level of efforts and in preparing technical proposals, as assigned.
• Formulate new technology partnerships and collaborations, strengthening relationships for country ownership of the informatics project.
• Ensure in-country teams utilize best practices and continuous quality improvement techniques
• Lead in software and project trainings, Participate in workshops and meetings
• Lead in-country counterparts with: stakeholder engagement, capacity building, and monitoring and evaluation
• Provide technical assistance to promote monitoring and evaluation strategies to facilitate data usage and ownership in a manner that enhances the program and promotes sustainability
• Represent Futures at international meetings, ministry level events, institutions, agencies and stakeholders, sharing information and updates
• Manage communications with remote staff using online tools
• Coordinate and resolve questions and issues from the field to ensure timely, accurate and comprehensive responses
• Review, understand and adhere to Futures Group policies and procedures to meet or exceed Futures Group expectations, goals and practices
• Other tasks and initiatives as required

Skills

• Experience working with HIS/HMIS and clinical applications/EMRs, etc.
• Experience leading software teams
• Training experience in
• Excellent communication and collaborator
• Critical thinking
• Ability to multi-task
• Meeting Deadlines, on time, on budget, on schedule
• Innovative Skills
• Analytical, organizational and interpersonal skills
• Familiarity with CDC, USAID and/or other development donors
• Willingness and commitment to work in a team setting, lead others

Additional Information

Supervisory responsibilities: HMIS and Programmers as assigned
Equipment to be used: General office equipment; Computer
Physical demands: N/A

How to apply:

Application Details

Please submit the following to Futures Group Recruiting by January 30, 2013:
1. An updated CV
2. A statement of Claims against the Selection Criteria
3. Two references related specifically to work in conducting interviews and focus groups
4. Daily rate requirements

Futures Group provides equal employment to all participants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran or marital status.

Organization: International Rescue Committee
Country: United States of America
Closing date: 27 Feb 2014

The Women’s Protection & Empowerment Unit is comprised of 20 team members supporting programming, resource development, research and learning and policy and advocacy for over 20 countries. With an audacious vision of a world where women and girls are valued and live free from violence, and can exercise their rights to promote their own safety, equality and voice, the IRC is known for its cutting edge anti-violence programming in humanitarian settings. The WPE’s Technical Unit’s mission is to support programs that facilitate the healing, dignity and self-determination of women and girls who have experienced violence; to create opportunities for women and girls to transform their lives and to make their voices heard in pursuit of a safer, more equitable world; to work in partnership with communities and institutions to promote and protect women’s and girl’s rights and to empower them to enjoy those rights.

Reporting to the Senior Director the Deputy Director will have both internal and external facing responsibilities, ranging from quality assurance (high-quality country level programming with a cross-disciplinary focus, overseeing specific research components related to programming), to extending the reach of IRC programming (business development) to administration (information technology, and reporting,), to human resources (supervision, mentoring, career progression). Externally, the Deputy Director will establish or continue relationships with key UN entities and sister organizations. The Deputy Director will partner closely with the Senior Director ensure programming is done in a way that incorporates the intersections of health, economic empowerment, justice, and child protection. The Deputy Director will have a key role in helping to chart future growth and strategic responses to an ever-increasing demand for the IRC’s services in preventing and respo nding to violence against women and girls in humanitarian settings.

Major Responsibilities:
Strategic Leadership
* Lead the implementation of key aspects of the WPE strategic plan into quality programming at the country level (including ensuring contextual appropriateness of interventions for emergency and protracted emergency, urban and camp based settings).
* Lead the development and implementation of cross disciplinary (leveraging organizational expertise in Child Protection, Health and Economic Recovery) programming to maximize the IRC’s organizational resources on behalf of women and girls.
* Partner with the Senior Technical Director in developing and maintaining a strategy for monitoring WPE’s global programming.
* Provide guidance to the technical teams regarding systems and strategies to ensure that country offices are efficiently supported and that programming i s data-driven and based on technical best practices.
* Partner with the Leadership Team to develop cutting edge knowledge management and communication strategies share new learning, improve the efficacy of programming and inform the humanitarian community’s response to violence against women and girls.

Human Resources Management
* Oversee two key pillars of the Women’s Protection and Empowerment team including quality assurance and emergency response.
* Supervise two Senior Technical Advisors for Quality, the Emergency Coordinator and two Emergency Response Team members and consultants as needed. This includes discussing job expectations, setting objectives and providing appropriate and timely feedback regarding performance of direct reports, including timely implementation of the annual staff performance management system.
* Build and maintain strong relationships with field st aff, Country Directors, and Regional Units and Technical Units.
* Maintain open and professional relations with team members, promoting a strong team spirit and providing oversight and guidance to enable staff to successfully perform in their positions.
* Provide leadership support for the successful implementation of and adherence to the IRC Global HR Operating Policies and Procedures
* Lead with commitment, integrity and accountability to the “IRC Way” – Global Standards for Professional Conduct

Representation
* Act on behalf of the Senior Technical Director during periods where she is traveling or on leave.
* Lead efforts to strengthen relationships with key United Nations agencies including UNHCR, UNICEF and UN Women to influence programming and policies to (a) better protect the rights of women and girls and (b) ensure the allocation of resources necessary to ad dress the magnitude of violence against women and girls.
* As agreed with the Senior Technical Director Technical Director, represent the Technical Unit to donors, academic conferences and policy makers to align resources with program strategy and to influence and engage intellectual discussion.

Future Programming Opportunities
* Oversee key programming opportunities including concept and proposal development for both field level and Technical Unit funding.
* Liaise with key departments in External Relations related to fundraising and business development.

Job Qualifications:
* Master’s degree in public health or social work with a focus on violence against women and girls or relevant experience.
* Minimum eight years progressive experience in a senior management position in a nonprofit organization, foundation, or governmen t agency.
* The successful candidate will have a demonstrated passion for ending violence against women and girls.
* The successful candidate will bring imagination, creativity and humor to the position in addition to the following skills;
* A demonstrated commitment to collaborative leadership and management approached that engages technical expertise across a range of disciplines.
* Demonstrated communications skills, and the ability to present a broad array of information to inform and influence diverse audiences in multi-cultural environments.
* Track record delivering superior results, earning respect and assuming leadership roles
* Remain focused in the face of pressure, delivers against timelines, not intimidated by tasks/time limitations
* Success in roles requiring execution of multiple tasks while responding to multiple priorities
* Ability to exercise tact and diplomacy in organizational settings
* Fluent in English; French or Arabic language a plus.
* Overseas travel up to 25% of time

How to apply:

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