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Jordan: Legal Consultant, Jordan Field Office

Organization: UN Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East
Country: Jordan
Closing date: 08 May 2014

TERMS OF REFERENCE

UNRWA is a United Nations agency established by the General Assembly in 1949 and is mandated to provide assistance and protection to a population of some 5 million registered Palestine refugees. Its mission is to help Palestine refugees in Jordan, Lebanon, Syria, West Bank and the Gaza Strip to achieve their full potential in human development, pending a just solution to their plight. UNRWA’s services encompass education, health care, relief and social services, camp infrastructure and improvement, microfinance and emergency assistance. UNRWA is funded almost entirely by voluntary contributions. UNRWA is the largest UN operation in the Middle Eastwith more than 30,000 staff.

Legal Consultant, Jordan Field Office

BACKGROUND

UNRWA has Legal Officers or Consultants in each of its field offices who are there to provide legal advice and assistance on matters that may expose the Agency to risks of significant legal, financial, political or reputational damage. Accordingly, the overall objective of the legal function in each field office is to serve Agency operations with a view to ensuring that legal advice and assistance is taken into account in planning and decision-making at policy, operational and management levels, and to ensure the proper and consistent implementation of the Agency’s regulatory framework, as set out by Agency rules and regulations, Organization Directives, and Agency-wide legal instructions and guidance.

In pursuing this overall objective, the legal function within the Jordan Field Office provides legal advice and assistance on matters that include, but are not limited to: neutrality, privileges and immunities, contracts and MOU’s, court cases involving the Agency or its staff members in their official capacity, communication with host government authorities, protection, detained staff, service accident injuries, investigations, procurement, staff conduct and discipline, implementation of HQ legal policies/guidance, training and official reporting required by the UN or donor agencies.

Description of Duties and Responsibilities

· Provides direct legal advice and assistance to the Head Field Legal Office (HFLO) and senior staff in Jordan Field on all aspects of legal matters that include:

§ The privileges and immunities of the United Nations;

§ UNRWA's relations with governmental authorities;

§ Claims made against the Agency and its staff member in their official capacity;

§ Advising, and as appropriate, supervising and overseeing the formation and/or review and drafting of contracts, lease agreements, memorandums of understanding, legal submissions and other legal documents related to the Field Office operation;

§ The use of land;

§ The personnel procedures and related administrative law matters which may give rise to staff claims and appeals;

§ The Agency’s regulatory framework and analysis thereof;

§ And prepares legal opinions and correspondence on such matters after consultation where appropriate with the Department of Legal Affairs at UNRWA, HQ;

· Carries out or participates in investigations of staff member conduct, advises the Field Investigations Officer or Director of UNRWA Operations in Jordan (DUO,J) on the findings and advises on appropriate action, which may include administrative or disciplinary action, to be taken, where necessary,;

· Liaises with the local governmental authorities to safeguard and facilitate the Agency's operations, including following up the implementation of the Agency's requests to the relevant authorities and drawing the attention of senior Agency officials to potential problems or disputes with the relevant authorities; establishes and maintains contact with local lawyers with a view to resolving Field related potential disputes and claims involving the Agency; studies claims made against the Agency, and makes recommendations to HFLO or the DUO,J and to Headquarters;

· Drafts, and assists in the negotiation of conditions of contract and other documentation of a legal nature for the purchase and sale of goods and services, the construction and maintenance of buildings, the use of land, and the provision of other services by the Agency in the Jordan Field;

· Checks and verifies reports from Agency staff concerning violations of the Agency's privileges and immunities and drafts communications as appropriate to the relevant authorities concerning such violations; maintains a data-base of statistics related to interference with Agency operations, and violations of the privileges and immunities of the Agency, and in particular interference with its premises and mistreatment of its staff;

· Acts as member of committees as requested by the DUO,J, including the Local Committee on Procurement and Intake Committee.

PROFFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED

· Advanced degree in Law (Juris Doctorate or Master).

· At least two years of progressively responsible legal experience in a national or international organization. Familiarity with international law, human rights law, contracts and commercial law, administrative law, employment law, and criminal and civil procedure.

· Fluent command of written and spoken English.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

· Knowledge of contemporary issues in the Middle East;

· Familiarity with the UN system and practices;

· Proficient command of written and spoken Arabic.

COMPETENCIES

· Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others in a diverse team environment;

· A high level of written and verbal communication skills and practical writing experience in a legal context, including ability to present information and data in a clear and instructive manner, combined with superior skills in legal writing, analysis and expression in form of drafting legal opinions, papers and positions;

· Strong analytical and evaluative skills combined with sound judgment, including ability to apply legal knowledge and practice to strategic, policy and operational objectives;

· Highly developed negotiation skills, with ability to positively influence others to reach mutually benefiting understanding.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

· The Consultant is required to possess a valid driving license;

· The Consultant will be required to reside in Amman and to travel occasionally throughout the Agency's area of operations in the Middle East.

CONDITIONS OF SERVICE

· The duration of the consultancy assignment is six (6) months renewable;

· Remuneration for this consultancy will depend on the qualifications and experience of the candidate.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Applicants should submit a cover letter and CV or UN Personal History Form demonstrating clearly the knowledge and experience required to meet the consultancy requirements via consultancy@unrwa.org, indicating the title of this consultancy “Legal Consultant” in the subject line of the message.

The deadline for the submission of applications is8 May 2014.(Late applications will not be considered).

UNRWA is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from both women and men. UNRWA encourages applications from qualified and experienced female candidates. Only those applicants short-listed for interview will be contacted. UNRWA is a non-smoking environment.


How to apply:

Applicants should submit a cover letter and CV or UN Personal History Form demonstrating clearly the knowledge and experience required to meet the consultancy requirements via consultancy@unrwa.org, indicating the title of this consultancy “Legal Consultant” in the subject line of the message.

The deadline for the submission of applications is8 May 2014.(Late applications will not be considered).

UNRWA is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from both women and men. UNRWA encourages applications from qualified and experienced female candidates. Only those applicants short-listed for interview will be contacted. UNRWA is a non-smoking environment.

Jordan: 14-330: Field Site Manager

Organization: International Medical Corps
Country: Jordan
Closing date: 16 May 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.

PROGRAM BACKGROUND
As the Syrian crisis continues, the number of refugees entering Jordan continues to increase overwhelming Zatari camp. UNHCR with the GoJ has decided to open another camp called Azraq camp in which IMC will be the sole provider of primary health services.
JOB SUMMARY
The primary function of the Site Manager is to provide operational and programmatic oversight of all camp-based IMC activities, inclusive of on-site supervision of staff, requisition of program supplies, maintenance of site-specific inventories, and general coordination of all IMC activities.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
This position will be responsible for the following in addition to capacity building of the Clinic Manager for the same:

  1. Site Management
    • Work with various programmatic and operational staff to ensure an appropriate level of logistical, technical, financial, managerial and administrative support to carry out activities • Contribute to production of proposals for new projects • Support logistical operations to procure and receive program supplies in coordination with the Program Coordinator and on-site program staff• Support the technical teams in ensuring all facilities in the field are well maintained and equipped through close coordination with logistics and other support staff • Work closely with Program Coordinators for effective implementation of programs and projects • Regularly update country office on progression of programs as per protocol • Assist with the development of future programs as needed • Work closely with Program Coordinators to identify and assess possible new geographic project locations • Maintain flexibility to take on added responsibility as and when needed
  2. Representation
    • Act as the liaison to other NGO agencies within the camp • Ensure maximum visibility of the agency amongst the NGO community • Contribute to the general coordination meetings and represent IMC in donor visits and orientations. 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
  3. Human Resources Management
    • Provide operational oversight of program staff to ensure smooth and effective operations • Assist in the development and provision of orientations for newly arrived staff to the field site • Ensure compliance to local labor laws including working hours • Ensure implementation of administrative and human resource policies and procedures • Maintain open lines of communications with all field staff.
  4. Training/Capacity Building
    • Determine training needs for subordinate staff, including those on Code of Conduct, SEA, etc. • 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 subordinate staff
  5. Working Relationships
    • Maintain frequent communication with Program Coordinators to ensure program activities and objectives are communicated and implemented to the highest standard • Provide leadership in taking a constructive team approach to solving problems • Responsible for and work to improve overall team atmosphere and team building relationships • Attend camp coordination meetings which are relevant to site activities • Interface with national government, donors, and relevant agencies as necessary
  6. Security
    • Oversee security management for programs at site, inclusive of evacuation plans and protocols • Manage staff activities and vehicle movements • Ensures application and compliance of security protocols and policies
  7. Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse
    • Actively promote PSEA (Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse) standards within International Medical Corps and amongst beneficiaries served by International Medical Corps.
    Qualifications:• University degree in International Development and/or in a relevant field of study
  8. • Three years experience in program management, logistics and security of which at least one year in developing countries or resource deprived environment
    • Supervisory experience preferred
    • Familiarity with international humanitarian operations, coordination structures, and the mandates of donors, UN agencies, and other NGOs
    • Profound cross-cultural awareness and insight into health care issues
    • Ability to exercise sound judgment and make decisions independently
    • Extremely flexible, and have the ability to cope with stressful situations and frustrations
    • Ability to relate to and motivate local staff effectively
    • Creativity and the ability to work with limited resources
    • Excellent decision making skills
    • Team player and strong communication skills, both oral and written
    • Proficient in computer applications, especially with MS Word and MS Excel, MS PowerPoint a plus

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.

Jordan: Women’s Protection and Empowerment Coordinator

Organization: International Rescue Committee
Country: Jordan
Closing date: 29 Jun 2014

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

Working in coordination with the humanitarian community and the Government of Jordan, the IRC's assistance programs for Syrian refugees in Jordan include both camp-based (Zaatari, Cyber City and King Abdullah Park camps) and urban-based refugee assistance (Mafraq, Ramtha, Irbid). Through 4 Women Centers in Zaatari camp, The Women’s Protection and Empowerment (WPE) team is implementing comprehensive GBV prevention and response programming with funding from UNFPA, including specialized case management, psychosocial support and reproductive health counseling services in addition to women driven recreational and youth centered activities.

SCOPE OF WORK:

The WPE Coordinator will be responsible for the day to day management of WPE programs, provision of technical support, donor compliance and contribute to the development of WPE programming in Jordan. The position directly supervises two field-based WPE Managers. Working under the supervision of the Deputy Director of Programs and technical guidance of the WPE Advisor, the WPE Coordinator is based in Amman with frequent and regular travel to program sites in northern Jordan and potentially elsewhere as programs expand.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Technical Quality

* Provide clear technical support, supervision and guidance to the WPE team.

* Ensure staff adhere to GBV best-practice and professional standards and principles through technical support and trainings.

* Identify technical gaps in the program and devise solutions to meet those gaps, including modifying existing training resources and identifying short-term consultants.

* Develop targeted, tailored capacity building plans for WPE staff and partners, ensuring that training and capacity building meet the respective needs of WPE and partners and reflects their respective priorities.

* Support collaboration of WPE programming across other IRC sectors including Economic Recovery and Development, Child Protection and Health.

Monitoring & Evaluation

* Working closely with the the WPE Program Managers, support the development and implemention of ethical and safe monitoring and evaluations systems, including program monitoring tools and the utilization of the GBVIMS.

* Oversee and ensure analysis of results are conducted and guide WPE staff to use these results to enhance program effectiveness and quality.

Staff Supervision & Development

* Technically supervise WPE Managers based in northern Jordan and work closely with Field Coordinator who directly supervises the WPE Managers

* Build team cohesion, promoting a strong team spirit and ensuring appropriate sharing of resources, best practices and lessons learned between urban- and camp-based programs.

* 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.

* Oversee jointly with the Field Coordinator timely completion and submission of monthly timesheets, probations reviews and annual performance reviews

* Assist with the recruitment of WPE staff, in coordination with HR and field based managers.

* Provide technical performance management (setting of objectives, appraisals and development plans) to staff.

* Based on as sessments of staffing skills gaps, develop a capacity building plan for WPE staff.

* Overall responsibility for staff work plans, and training/development activities.

Grant Monitoring

* Assist the WPE management team in the assurance of donor compliance, including appropriate and timely spending of grants to achieve program goals, grant reporting contributions, use and distribution of supplies and resources.

* Support the submission of timely, accurate and well written donor reports and other reporting requirements for all WPE programming in Jordan.

* Working closely with the WPE Advisor, contribute to the development of new business concepts for the expansion of WPE programming in Jordan.

Other

* Work with the WPE management team to identify and cultivate local partners, and explore opportunities for programmatic collaboration.

Professional Standards

* All IRC staff are required to adhere to THE IRC Way Standards for Professional Conduct and the IRC country employment policies.

REQUIREMENTS:

* Advanced degree in Social Work, Women’s Studies, or other related field.

* Minimum of 3 years professional experience in implementation of emergency GBV programming.

* Proven experience working in emergency contexts.

* Proven experience supervising and providing case management services and support.

* Prior international experience working in emergency settings or insecure environments; regional or in-country experience preferred.

* Strong program/technical and budget management skills.

* Solid experience with planning, reporting, monitoring and evaluation skills.

* Thorough understanding of gender-based violence response protocols and service provision.

* Strong written and oral communication skills, effective in representation and liaison with external parties.

* Must be capable of applying skills and knowledge in a range of capacities, including direct implementation, advisory functions, training and the transfer of technical knowledge and management skills to others.

* Proven track record in working with teams, showing high performance in a multi-cultural environment, demonstrating flexibility, and able to handle pressure with professional grace.

* Fluency in English required, Arabic an asset


How to apply:

Please follow this link to apply:

http://www.aplitrak.com/?adid=c3RldmVueS4xNzYxMC4zODMwQGlyYy5hcGxpdHJhay...

Jordan: Regional Humanitarian Education Technical Advisor

Organization: Save the Children
Country: Jordan
Closing date: 13 May 2014

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

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

We have over two million supporters worldwide and raised 1.6 billion dollars last year to reach more children than ever before, through programmes in health, nutrition, education, protection and child rights, also in times of humanitarian crises.

Following a major transition, our international programmes are now delivered through a merged operation with c14, 000 staff, managed through seven regional hubs and reporting to a relatively small, central office. We’re changing to become more efficient, more aligned, a better partner, a stronger advocate, a magnet for world-class people an d relevant for the 21st century.

Contract length: 1 year

The role

The purpose of this role is to ensure the coordinated and consistent delivery of high quality, timely and accountable humanitarian Education programmes across the Syria regional response with a specific responsibility to be the Save the Children regional No Lost Generation focal point in the Middle East

Qualifications and experience

Essential

* Substantial experience of working internationally in humanitarian programmes including within education.

* Previous experience of working in large-scale complex emergency response is essential.

* Education to MSc/MA/MEng level in a relevant subject or equivalent field experience.

* Previous experience of working with interagency coordination mechanisms.

* Previous experience of programme management across m ultiple locations.

* Commitment to, thorough understanding of, and able to train staff in participation and accountability approaches.

* Demonstrated experience in leading assessment activities and of designing, managing, monitoring and evaluating education programmes in emergencies for international NGOs.

* Experience of applying relevant interagency humanitarian frameworks and standards in education in emergencies (for example INEE Minimum Standards).

* Demonstrated ability to set up monitoring & evaluation systems in large complex programmes.

* Proven ability of facilitation, mentoring and coaching.

* Experience of senior level representation, including Cluster or Education Sector Working Group coordination.

* Experience of developing and negotiating successful partnerships with institutional donors.

* Ability to write/advise on clear and well-argued assessment and project reports.

* Excellent communication skills.

* A high level of written and spoken English.

* Proven ability to influence change at an operational and strategic level

* Politically and culturally sensitive with qualities of patience, tact and diplomacy.

* The capacity and willingness to be extremely flexible and accommodating in difficult and sometimes insecure working circumstances.

* Commitment to the aims and principles of SC. In particular, a good understanding of the SC mandate and child focus and an ability to ensure this continues to underpin our support.

Desirable

* Language skills in Arabic

* Experience of working internationally in humanitarian programmes within child protection

* Experience or knowledge of working and living in relevant regions/contexts

* Specific experience of implementing DFID, OFDA, ECHO, UNICEF, UNHCR and other major donors

* Specific experience of designing and managing consortia projects.

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

To see a full a job description, please visit our website at www.savethechildren.net/jobs

Please apply in English using your CV and covering letter as a single document, including your salary expectations for this role.


How to apply:

Please apply with a covering letter and up-to-date CV to:pablo.04677.3830@savethechildrenint.aplitrak.com

Jordan: Child Protection Startup Specialist

Organization: International Rescue Committee
Country: Jordan
Closing date: 22 Jun 2014

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises and helps people to survive and rebuild their lives. Founded in 1933 at the request of Albert Einstein, the IRC offers lifesaving care and life-changing assistance to refugees forced to flee from war or disaster. At work today in over 40 countries and 22 U.S. cities, we restore safety, dignity and hope to millions who are uprooted and struggling to endure. The IRC leads the way from harm to home.

Working in coordination with the humanitarian community and the Government of Jordan, the IRC's assistance programs for Syrian refugees in Jordan include both camp-based (Zaatari, Cyber City and King Abdullah Park camps) and urban-based refugee assistance (Mafraq, Ramtha, Irbid). Our current child protection activities are exclusively camp-based with a focus on unaccompanied and separated children.

SCOPE OF WORK

Since January 2013 the IRC has been responsible for the Unaccompanied Children (UAC) program in Zaatari Camp located in northern Jordan. In 2014, UNICEF and UNHCR are jointly supporting the IRC for comprehensive UASC programming, including the establishment of programming for separated children in Zaatari as well as the establishment of 24 hour programming in Azraq camp set to open end of April 2014 for unaccompanied and separated children. This position will have an immediate responsibility for working with the current Child Protection Program Manager to support the expansion of programming in Zaatari and Azraq. The CP Startup Specialist reports directly to the Child Protection Manager.

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Recruitment and Technical Capacity Building

* Su pport the recruitment process of senior child protection staff (2 Senior CP Officers, 1 Senior Outreach Officer and 2 Deputy Managers);

* Conduct basic child protection and children’s rights trainings for all newly recruited staff for Zaatari and Azraq;

* Conduct case management training for newly recruited staff for Zaatari and Azraq;

* Provide guidance on capacity building plan for Deputy Managers;

Programmatic Technical support

* Support the design of M&E plan and CPIMS implementation in Azraq;

* Support the development of Azraq work plan;

* Facilitate development of community outreach strategy for Azraq;

* Support the set up of the case management system in Azraq, in line with the system already in place in Zaatari camp;

* Support the set up of alternative care opportunities in Azraq camp.

REQUIREMENT

* Graduate degree in International Development, or similar relevant social science or equivalent work experience;

* At least three years of proven international management level experience working in child protection humanitarian program implementation environments;

* Must have experience in managing Unaccompanied and Separated Children in refugee camp context;

* Proven successful training experience

* Proven experience supervising and providing case management services, representation and liaison with external parties , BID panels, and establishing alternative care arrangement and mentoring strategies;

* Strong written and oral communication skills, effective management and capacity building of teams;

* Interpersonal qualities: Works well in and promotes teamwork, comfortable in a multi-cultural environment, flexible and able to handle pressure well;

* English fluency require d, Arabic language skills an advantage;

OTHER

This position is unaccompanied. Individual housing in Amman is provided with daily travel to the Mafraq field office and Zaatari and Azraq camps.


How to apply:

Please follow this link to apply:
http://www.aplitrak.com/?adid=c3RldmVueS44NzM2MS4zODMwQGlyYy5hcGxpdHJhay...

Jordan: Supply Manager - Program Logistician

Organization: Action Contre la Faim
Country: Jordan
Closing date: 06 Feb 2014

Action Contre la Faim (ACF) is an international non-governmental organization working in more than 40 countries in the fields of nutrition, food security & livelihoods, water sanitation & hygiene, & care practices. ACF is looking for its program in Jordan for one (1) Supply Manager – Program Logistician (M/W).

Work place: Irbid

Type of contract: fixed-term contract of 4 months (with possible extension)

Assignments:
Secure provisions for the base and programs

Specific activities:
- Supervise the order processing (Check procurement requests with requesters to ensure proper filling, treat procurement requests according to ACF procedures, prepare procurement forms: supply purchase orders, quotation requests, assessment tables, and contract and have them checked and validated by the managers, follow deliveries to the programs, ensure filing of documents concerning supplies.
- Supervise the purchasing unit (Update the mission’s price catalogue, supervise assessment of logistics capacities in each area of intervention, follow-up on specific needs of programs, ensure quick availability of items requested by programs, guarantee the best quality-price ratio of purchases and the respect of internal Kitlog v3 procurement procedures.
- Supervise the base’s and field’s stock management (ensure good storage conditions, supervise the monthly inventories, ensure respect of procedures
- Supervise the team (Draw up a work plan, delegate activities, carry out appraisal interviews, provide technical support to the team if necessary
- Ensure follow up and maintenance of equipment (Ensure proper maintenance and good functioning of equipment for the base and programs: labeling, proper numbering follow up, stickers of ACF equipment, follow up computers used by base and programs (check back ups, train for a good use of computer, check antivirus system…)

Recruitment criteria:
High School leaving certificate or School leaving certificate with professional experience in procurement and/or stock management.

Required skills:
- Computer knowledge (Word and Excel)
- Negotiating skills
- Good organizing capacity
- Knowledge of English Professionalism


How to apply:

The application period closes on February 6th 2014
Applicants may submit their cover letter and resume (including 2 professional references) in English to:
- recruitment@jo.missions-acf.org (please note the job offer reference in the email object)

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
Due to the urgency of this position, applications will be short listed on a regular basis and interviews maybe performed before the closing date of application.

Jordan: Finances Technician ( Base Administrator) Based in Irbid

Organization: Action Contre la Faim
Country: Jordan
Closing date: 06 Feb 2014

Action Contre la Faim (ACF) is an international non-governmental organization working in more than 40 countries in the fields of nutrition, food security & livelihoods, water sanitation & hygiene, & care practices. ACF is looking for its program in Jordan for one (1) Finances Technician ( Base Administrator) (M/W).

Work place: Irbid

Type of contract: fixed-term contract of 4 months (with possible extension)

Assignments:
Manage the base’s cash & bank books and respective documents
Manage administratively the base’s domestic human resources

Specific activities:
- Keep the base’s cash & bank books (Manage advance requests, respect the cash procedures, check invoices, enter invoices in software, cash count on regular basis)
- Check compliance with purchasing procedures (in collaboration with Logistic department)
- Manage the accounting and administrative document sorting (Sort accounting documents & rental contracts: leases, vehicles, etc.)
- Carry out the monthly cash forecast (prepare monthly cash forecasts)
- Follow up HR administratively (Update staff database, prepare employment contracts, personal files are up to date, prepare the monthly payroll, monitor salary advance..
- Manage domestic employee’s social insurance (Register new employees and their legal successors, prepare and make monthly contribution payments)
- Assist in the administrative aspects of recruitment (Write job offers, organize the recruitment process : schedule appointments, tests, replies ;

Recruitment criteria:
- Accountant’s assistant or administration diploma and professional experience of 2 years on an equivalent position

Required skills:
- Professionalism
- Good organizer
- Sense of confidentiality
- Computer skills
- Good knowledge of English
- Knowledge of Jordan Labor Law is an advantage


How to apply:

The application period closes on February 5th 2014
Applicants may submit their cover letter and resume (including 2 professional references) in English to:
- recruitment@jo.missions-acf.org (please note the job offer reference in the email object)

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
Due to the urgency of this position, applications will be short listed on a regular basis and interviews maybe performed before the closing date of application.

Jordan: Storekeeper

Organization: Action Contre la Faim
Country: Jordan
Closing date: 06 Feb 2014

Action Contre la Faim (ACF) is an international non-governmental organization working in more than 40 countries in the fields of nutrition, food security & livelihoods, water sanitation & hygiene, & care practices. ACF is looking for its program in Jordan for one (1) Storekeeper (M/W).

Work place: Irbid

Type of contract: fixed-term contract of 4 months (with possible extension)

Assignments:
Manages the store: equipment, WASH items, hygiene products, any other items to be stored

Specific activities:
- Manage the stocks (identify equipment entering and outing, & check quality & quantity, Ensure follow-up of stocks, draw up a monthly inventory and write an inventory report, keep up to date stocks forms, place the orders in material according to the inventory and the stocks’ definite minima.
- Ensure that the stores are hygienic and clean (Check daily that the store is clean and is regularly disinfected and ventilated..)
- Manage cargos and shipments (if necessary)

Recruitment criteria:
Secondary school, experience in stock management is an advantage

Required skills:
- Command of reading and writing
- Command of arithmetic
- Knowledge of English Professionalism
- Computer skills


How to apply:

The application period closes on February 6th 2014
Applicants may submit their cover letter and resume (including 2 professional references) in English to:
- recruitment@jo.missions-acf.org (please note the job offer reference in the email object)

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
Due to the urgency of this position, applications will be short listed on a regular basis and interviews maybe performed before the closing date of application.

Jordan: Director Of Programme Development and Quality (PDQ)

Organization: Save the Children
Country: Jordan
Closing date: 02 Apr 2014

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

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

We have over two million supporters worldwide and raised 1.6 billion dollars last year to reach more children than ever before, through programmes in health, nutrition, education, protection and child rights, also in times of humanitarian crises.

Following a major transition, our international programmes are now delivered through a merged operation with c14, 000 staff, managed through seven regional hubs and reporting to a relatively small, central office. We’re changing to become more efficient, more aligned, a better partner, a stronger advocate, a magnet for world-class people an d relevant for the 21st century.

Contract Length: 12 months

The role
The Director of PDQ shares in the overall responsibility for the direction and coordination of the Country Office program. As a member of the Senior Management Team (SMT) in Jordan, the Director of PDQ is responsible for overseeing the development of high quality, innovative programs that deliver immediate and lasting change for children and monitoring the quality of the implementation of those programs. Provide technical assistance and appropriate monitoring and evaluation in development and emergency responses. Additionally, they will manage non-operational programmes implemented by Jordan Country Office.

Qualifications and experience
* Substantial experience in management experience in an NGO environment, including experience directing and implementing programs for childr en in both emergency and development contexts, preferably with solid experience in more than one of the Save the Children priority sectors: education, protection, Child rights governance, youth development, food security and livelihoods and emergencies
* Recognized leadership role in relevant technical areas at both field and country level
* Master degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent is desired.
* An understanding of the issues concerning the NGO sector, both development and humanitarian issues
* Solid experience of developing and managing monitoring and learning systems
* Good analytical skills. Effective negotiator, with the ability to positively influence cross departmental and cross sector working
* Strong advocacy and policy development/implementation experience and skills
* Proven ability to lead proposal development teams for US government, ECHO and EU proposals
* Credibility to lobby, influence and represent S ave the Children at all levels
* Resource management, training , capacity building, coaching, and mentoring skills
* Ability and willingness to dramatically change work practices and hours, and work with incoming teams, in emergencies
* Commitment to and understanding of Save the Children’s aims, values and principles including rights-based approaches
* English required and ability to communicate in Arabic highly desired

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

To see a full a job description, please visit our website at www.savethechildren.net/jobs

Please apply in English using your CV and covering letter as a single document, including your salary expectations for this role.


How to apply:

Please apply with a covering letter and up-to-date CV to:
rnazzal.52225.3830@savethechildrenint.aplitrak.com

Jordan: 14-021: Deputy Country Director - Operations

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.

Jordan: COMMUNICATION AND OUTREACH SPECIALIST

Organization: CARE
Country: Jordan
Closing date: 28 Feb 2014

CARE seeks a Communication and Outreach Specialist to participate in a USAID-funded, multi-year project that supports gender equality and female empowerment in addressing the social, political, and economic challenges Jordanian women encounter. This goal – and its associated objectives, intermediate results, tasks, and activities – are predicated on USAID’s definition of gender equality, elucidated in the Agency’s Gender Equality and Female Empowerment Policy.

This project’s goal, reflecting USAID/Jordan’s Special Development Objective for gender equality and female empowerment, is manifest in three components: The first relates to expanding social dialogue on gender equality, the second to strengthening advocacy for female empowerment, and the third to improving services for women and girls. USAID expects that, “as positive changes in discriminatory social norms and practices are promoted, and adocacy and policy reforms for women’s issus are strengthened, then female empowerment and gender equality will be enhanced” (RFA, 7).

The Communication and Outreach Specialist will help with gender-equitable messaging under the three components.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

A minimum of five years’ relevant experience in developing countries.Demonstrated experience in building constructive relationships between government and civil society.Demonstrated experience in applying participatory methods.Demonstrated experience in gender-related activities.Understanding of Jordanian communities and the Jordanian political system.Demonstrated experience and knowledge in establishing procedures and systems relevant to the project.Demonstrated experience in conflict mitigation.A Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.Fluency in English and Arabic.


How to apply:

Apply online at:https://ch.tbe.taleo.net/CH05/ats/careers/requisition.jsp;jsessionid=C2C...

Jordan: SENIOR GENDER SPECIALIST

Organization: CARE
Country: Jordan
Closing date: 28 Feb 2014

CARE seeks a Senior Gender Specialist to contribute technical expertise to a USAID-funded, multi-year project that supports gender equality and female empowerment in addressing the social, political, and economic challenges Jordanian women encounter. This goal – and its associated objectives, intermediate results, tasks, and activities – are predicated on USAID’s definition of gender equality, elucidated in the Agency’s Gender Equality and Female Empowerment Policy.

This project’s goal, reflecting USAID/Jordan’s Special Development Objective for gender equality and female empowerment, is manifest in three components: The first relates to expanding social dialogue on gender equality, the second to strengthening advocacy for female empowerment, and the third to improving services for women and girls. USAID expects that, “as positive changes in discriminatory social norms and practices are promoted, and adocacy and policy reforms for women’s issus are strengthened, then female empowerment and gender equality will be enhanced” (RFA, 7).

The Senior Gender Specialist plays a critical role in implementing activities under the three components. S/he will report to the COP and ideally will be a highly qualified Jordanian. This person should have a minimum of 12 years of professional experience – if an expatriate, her/his professional experience should be primarily overseas.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

A minimum of 7 years of experience of work on gender related projects in the region, demonstrating a unique understanding of the Jordanian context on gender related issues and female empowerment.Master’s degree in gender-related studies or related field.Fluency in English (required).Proficiency in Arabic (required).Prior work in the Middle East (highly desirable).


How to apply:

Apply online at:https://ch.tbe.taleo.net/CH05/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=CAREUSA&cw...

Jordan: CAPACITY BUILDING SPECIALIST

Organization: CARE
Country: Jordan
Closing date: 28 Feb 2014

CARE seeks a Capacity Building Specialist to participate in a USAID-funded, multi-year project that supports gender equality and female empowerment in addressing the social, political, and economic challenges Jordanian women encounter. This goal – and its associated objectives, intermediate results, tasks, and activities – are predicated on USAID’s definition of gender equality, elucidated in the Agency’s Gender Equality and Female Empowerment Policy.

This project’s goal, reflecting USAID/Jordan’s Special Development Objective for gender equality and female empowerment, is manifest in three components: The first relates to expanding social dialogue on gender equality, the second to strengthening advocacy for female empowerment, and the third to improving services for women and girls. USAID expects that, “as positive changes in discriminatory social norms and practices are promoted, and adocacy and policy reforms for women’s issus are strengthened, then female empowerment and gender equality will be enhanced” (RFA, 7).

The Capacity Building Specialist plays a vital role in facilitating activities under the three components. Illustrative activities this position might undertake or support include:

Collaborating with the Government of Jordan (GOJ) and non-governmental organizations (NGOs) to strengthen mainstreaming of gender-equality principles.Coordinating with, and assisting, the Jordan National Commission for Women (JNCW) and the Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation (MoPIC).Equipping gender researchers with the framework/s they need to conduct effective gender-based assessments of Jordanian females’ economic, political, and social participation.Strengthening the capacity of USAID and implementing partners to identify and reduce gender-based gaps between males and females as an outcome of their programs.Conducting in-depth, credible, and rigorously-conducted research on gender issue; build the capacity for research.Effectively disseminating findings and recommendations for informed decision-making and public discourse.Using lessons learned to inform the program’s implementation approach as the project unfolds.REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

A minimum of five years’ relevant experience in developing countries.Demonstrated experience in building constructive relationships betweengovernment and civil society.Demonstrated experience in applying participatory methods.Demonstrated experience in gender-related activities.Understanding of Jordanian communities and the Jordanian political system.Demonstrated experience and knowledge in establishing procedures and systems relevant to the project.Demonstrated experience in conflict mitigation.A Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.Fluency in English and Arabic.


How to apply:

Apply online at:https://ch.tbe.taleo.net/CH05/ats/careers/requisition.jsp;jsessionid=C2C...

Jordan: CHIEF OF PARTY

Organization: CARE
Country: Jordan
Closing date: 28 Feb 2014

CARE Jordan seeks a Chief of Party (COP), based in Amman, for an upcoming, 5-year, USAID-funded project. The anticipated effort will focus on promoting gender equality and female empowerment through expanding the social dialogue on gender equality, strengthening the enforcement and advocacy of female empowerment, and improving services for women and girls.

The nature of the program demands strong leadership, program, organizational management and communication skills, and a unique understanding of the Jordanian social and political context. The COP has overall responsibility for management of and reporting on the recipient’s activities; making key decisions and solving problems in short time-frames, while ensuring operational and program quality and integrity; and serving as the recipient’s first point of interface with USAID on routine and strategic matters. Salient qualifications the successful candidate will demonstrate include a minimum of fifteen years' experience supervising complex, socially and politically sensitive projects, at least three years of which have been spent in COP or Deputy COP (DCOP) positions, or their equivalents. S/he will have, among other capabilities, the ability to establish systems, oversee project start-up, hire personnel, bring an advanced understanding of relevant subject matter, and exhibit fluency in English, with proficiency in Arabic.

Position Summary

The Chief of Party will lead the planning and implementation of the project, overseeing all aspects, including programmatic, financial, administrative, and personnel. S/He will ensure that all project interventions are of a high quality and lead to measurable impact. This includes, but is not limited to, overseeing the annual work-plan preparation, identifying external technical support needs, ensuring that appropriate management practices are being used in project implementation and the monitoring and evaluation systems are being used to provide timely management information. Additionally, the Chief of Party will maintain appropriate levels of communication with all implementing partners and sub-contractors and will coordinate and represent all project activities with the donor, the Government of Jordan and all relevant institutions, CSOs and private sector partners.

Specific duties and responsibilities include the following:

Overall planning, management and leadership of project activities;Serving as a primary contact point with USAID and bears responsibility for timely reporting;Providing strong technical leadership on changing discriminatory social norms and practices through social dialogue and community engagement, increasing women’s participation in the public and private sphere, analyzing policy and developing strategies to advocate for female empowerment, building the capacity of the national government and of local organizations to promote gender equality and female empowerment, and increasing access to/improving the quality of services available to women and girls;Establishing and maintaining strong relationships with implementing partners, key Jordanian government ministries and private sector partners involved in promoting gender equality;Overseeing the design and implementation of capacity-building activities with Civil Society Organizations (CSOs), the government, and other relevant stakeholders;Supervising the delivery and management of sub-grants;Overseeing project monitoring, financial management, reporting and evaluation, including efficient delivery of results by implementing partners and sub-contractors;Guiding and supporting staff and project partners.REQUIRED

A minimum of 15 years of experience supervising complex, socially- and politically- sensitive projects, at least three years of which have been spent in COP or Deputy COP (DCOP) positions, or their equivalents;Demonstrated experience and knowledge in establishing systems and overseeing project start-up;Experience hiring and supervising personnel, ensuring they acquire the necessary training and skills to meet evolving program needs;Advanced degree (masters or doctorate) in social studies, law, human rights, women’s studies or a related field;Prior work in the Middle East (highly desired);Fluency in English (required);Proficiency in Arabic (desired, not required).


How to apply:

https://ch.tbe.taleo.net/CH05/ats/careers/requisition.jsp;jsessionid=C2C...

Jordan: SENIOR COMPONENT LEADER

Organization: CARE
Country: Jordan
Closing date: 28 Feb 2014

CARE seeks a Senior Component Leader to contribute technical expertise to a USAID-funded, multi-year project that supports gender equality and female empowerment in addressing the social, political, and economic challenges Jordanian women and girls encounter. This goal – and its associated objectives, intermediate results, tasks, and activities – are predicated on USAID’s definition of gender equality, elucidated in the Agency’s Gender Equality and Female Empowerment Policy.

This project’s goal, reflecting USAID/Jordan’s Special Development Objective for gender equality and female empowerment, is manifest in three components:

The first component relates to expanding social dialogue on gender equality. The Senior Component Leader will manage results-based delivery of this component by (i) facilitating a wide-range of community dialogue activities and events; (ii) integrating gender-sensitive messages in implementing partner events/materials; and (iii) increasing awareness and outreach on women’s rights and gender equality.

The second pertains to strengthening advocacy for female empowerment. The Senior Component Leader will ensure this is achieved by i) building the capacity of Government of Jordan (GOJ) and non-governmental organizations (NGOs) to strengthen mainstreaming of gender-equality principles; (ii) strengthening the capacity of USAID and implementing partners to identify and reduce gender-based gaps between males and females as an outcome of their programs; (iii) supporting advocacy efforts for policy and legislative reforms; and (iv) conducting in-depth research and building the capacity for research.

The third emphasizes improving services for women and girls, especially for women, such as victims of GBV, rural women and women with disabilities, who experience barriers to accessing services. This component will be achieved principally through the integration of USAID Gender Program activities into other programs and projects across USAID’s portfolio.

Direct program implementation under this solicitation will focus mainly on components one and two. Substantial parts of component three will be achieved through other USAID activities and interventions.

The Senior Component Leader plays a critical role in implementing activities under the three components. The ideal candidate will have experience in disemminating gender-transformative messages, while working on similar advocacy projects with USAID, and assisting service providers to more effectively target their business (or government) products and services to the diverse demands women and girls may have.

Specific duties and responsibilities include:

COMPONENT 1

Facilitate dialogue opportunities.Collaborate with existing USAID partners to incorporate gender-sensitive messages and issues into their events and trainings.Strengthen activities that address gender equality and female empowerment.Avoid the term “gender”, viewed as a Western concept.Use everyday words and phrases that promote changes and attitudes while respecting culture, religion and Arab traditions.Understand why people behave the way they do.Conduct results-based monioring: systematically and rigorously monitor and evaluate the social dialogue program.COMPONENT 2

Identify potential GOJ and CSO partners poised to carry out USAID Gender Program interventions.Work with the USAID Civic Initiatives Support Program.Serve as a resource for USAID/Jordan staff and USAID implementing partners.Ensure that, to the greatest extent possible, all USAID/Jordan programming fulfill the Agency’s gender equality goals.Work with local communities, selected NGOs, think tanks, and research institutions.Disseminate findings from targeted, in-depth research and analyses.COMPONENT 3

Support and create sustainable safe spaces for women and girls, especially those living in compacted urban and peri-urban communities in the northern governorates, where the majority of Syrian refugees reside.Engage women and girls locally.Focus on programming in the country’s poverty pockets (Tafileh and Ma’an).Establish partnerships with the private sector and civil society.REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

A minimum of five years’ relevant experience in developing countriesDemonstrated experience in building constructive relationships betweengovernment and civil societyDemonstrated experience in applying participatory methodsDemonstrated experience in gender-related activitiesUnderstanding of Jordanian communities and the Jordanian political systemDemonstrated experience and knowledge in establishing procedures and systems relevant to the projectDemonstrated experience in conflict mitigationA Bachelor’s degree in a relevant fieldFluency in English and Arabic


How to apply:

Apply online at:https://ch.tbe.taleo.net/CH05/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=CAREUSA&cw...

Jordan: Internal Auditor / Compliance controller Intern - Jordan

Organization: Agency for Technical Cooperation and Development
Country: Jordan
Closing date: 16 Nov 2013

Department: Finance
Position: Internal Auditor / Compliance controller InternContract duration: 6 months Location: Amman, JordanStarting Date: ASAP

I. Background on ACTED

ACTED is a French humanitarian NGO, founded in 1993, which supports vulnerable populations, affected by humanitarian crises worldwide. ACTED provides continued support to vulnerable communities by ensuring the sustainability of post-crisis interventions and engaging long-term challenges facing our target populations, in order to break the poverty cycle, foster development and reduce vulnerability to disasters. Our interventions seek to cover the multiple aspects of humanitarian and development crises through a multidisciplinary approach which is both global and local, and adapted to each context. Our 3,300 staff is committed in to responding to emergencies worldwide, to supporting recovery and rehabilitation, towards sustainable development. Our teams in the field implement some 340 projects in 34 countries covering the following sectors emergency relief, food security, access to health, education and training, economic development, microfinance, advocacy, institutional support, and regional dialogue, cultural promotion.Based on considerable experience addressing the needs and situations of vulnerable communities, ACTED contributes to the international agenda towards reaching the Millennium Development Goals, through a wide range of partnerships, innovative initiatives, and campaigns.

II. Country Profile

Capital Office : AmmanNational Staff : 250 (July 2013)International Staff : 36 (July 2013)Areas : Amman, Mafraq, Za’atari, Azraq, Azraq Refugee CampOn-going programmes: 9Budget : estimated $25m (2013)

Today, the ACTED Amman is the Regional Coordination Office for MENA region. Through the Regional Office, it supports civil society development through a regional program across Jordan, Palestinian Territories, Egypt, Tunisia, and Libya. In addition, the Regional Coordination Office provides support to the MENA region, including operations in Iraq, Turkey, Lebanon, Yemen, as well as those mentioned earlier. This provides the support for the Syrian refugee crisis being responded to across the region.ACTED Jordan has expanded recently to support the Syrian refugees being hosted both in the communities and four refugee camps. In Za’atari camp where there are approximately 120,000 refugees, ACTED is providing water supply, solid waste management and hygiene promotion; in Azraq with a potential for 130,000 refugees, ACTED is providing water supply, solid and water waste management, hygiene promotion, and food distributions. Moreover, in the host communities ACTED is supporting individual vulnerable households as well as whole communities through WASH, Shelter, cash, NFI, and other interventions. ACTED is also a partner of REACH, that provides information management support to working groups and sectors nationally.

III. Position Profile

The Internal Auditor / Compliance controller Intern is in charge the implementation of ACTED’s compliance process in the relevant country. Those responsibilities will include field missions

Internal audit and compliance process:

The Internal Audit Department has been created to provide for an independent assurance perspective with regard to all ACTED operations.The Internal Audit has to be an independent and objective assurance activity designed to add value and improve the organization’s operations. Amongst many other things, Internal Audit helps to ensure that all assets and interests are properly protected from any loss or harm and that existing resources are used in the most economic and efficient way.

The procedure that integrates the information coming from the different departments in ACTED is called theFLAT. FLAT stands for Finance Logistics Administration Transparency. The FLAT aims at centralizing, integrating and harmonizing the information coming from Finance, Logistics, Administration and Programme for each project (including the Implementing Partner information).

It is crucial internally in terms of knowledge management for each project as this is the main source of information available for each stakeholder of a project. This is a valuable internal control tool.Furthermore, the general aim behind FLAT is linked to audit of projects. FLAT folders are our main tool to be ready for audits by donors.

Functions in terms of compliance and internal control

  1. Supervise the whole FLAT process :

• Support the FLAT officer in compiling and filing all project related financial, logistics, administrative, and programme information in the designated project Compliance folder. During this time it should ensure that all Compliance folders are duplicated (photocopied) regularly with any arrival of a new document;

• Follow-up of the Compliance process at base level by ensuring the regular (fortnightly) transfer of the project(s) Compliance documenation to the capital office;

• At the end of the project, ensure the centralization of all Compliance folders at the Capital office;

• Facilitate the country Compliance review process once the project has been terminated and ensure the accurate documentation of costs/expenses allocations within the documentation;

• Submit the completed Compliance folder (final version) to Coordination once the Compliance review process has been completed and ensure that the Compliance folder is securely archived.

  1. Contribute to ACTED compliance and accountability:

• Provide timely supplementary quality control of the Compliance documentation by checking the accuracy and consistency of the information between the related documents and report discrepancies immediately to the department concerned for corrective action;

• Facilitate and report compliance of all audit recommendations/action plans under the authority of the Country Director and provide accurate feedback immediately;

• Conduct a quarterly market-price survey of the materials/services identified the current country market basket (frequently procured items/services). The data gathered should then be tabulated against the actual prices paid by ACTED in the transactions incurred during that month. The actual pricing should be retrieved from the contracts or payment vouchers filed in the Compliance folders.

• Comply with the Audit Department Code of conduct.

  1. Ensure the external audit preparation

• Facilitate the preparation for country external audits conducted by our donors or by external audit firms (KPMG, E&Y, PWC, etc.);

• Regularly update the Country Director, the Regional Audit Manager and the Audit Manager of the progress through the relevant follow-up memo;

  1. Reporting :

• Support the FLAT compliance officer in preparing a Monthly Compliance Report giving as much detail as possible for all existing projects that are ongoing and completed but are yet to be reviewed and submitted to the Regional Office. The Compliance report is both a narrative report and includes annexes with specific analytical information and should be submitted to both the country director and the regional audit team;

Report the updates of the Compliance situation for all projects during the country compliance meetings.

IV. Qualifications

• Msc in Administration, Business Management or equivalent. • Finance and accounting skills required • Willingness to undertake serious responsibility and manage stress efficiently • Excellent communication skills, including advanced written and oral English

V. Conditions:

Field Intern benefits include: a 300 USD per month living allowance, coverage of all accommodation, food, and travel costs, a luggage allowance of 50 kg., and the provision of medical, repatriation, and life insurance.

For more information, visit us at http://www.acted.org


How to apply:

VI. Submission of applications

Please send, in English, your cover letter, CV, and three references to stages@acted.orgRef : FLATI/JOR/SA

ACTED Att: Human Resources Department33, rue Godot de Mauroy 75009 ParisFRANCE

Fax. + 33 (0) 1 42 65 33 46

Jordan: Regional Protection and Advocacy Adviser Middle East

Organization: Norwegian Refugee Council
Country: Jordan
Closing date: 06 Oct 2013

NRC assists Syrian refugees in Jordan, Lebanon and Iraq as well as people displaced inside Syria. NRC’s displacement response comprises shelter, distribution, education, water and sanitation, information and counselling. The response in the field has grown rapidly along with the dramatic rise in the displacement figures. More than 600 national and 35 international NRC staff are engaged in the regional response, with an expected turnover of 75 million USD in 2013. NRC also has an operation in Palestine and is working with Palestinian refugees in Lebanon.

NRC is well placed to be an authoritative and influential voice in the region. NRC has access to a broad, substantive and timely information pool. The aim of this position is to ensure that NRC has a dedicated advocate to coordinate, synthesise and make use of this information in a targeted fashion for advocacy.

For NRC to continue responding to the increasing needs in the region, NRC is in the process of establishing a regional structure based out of Amman, The Regional Protection and Advocacy Adviser will report to the Regional Director.

Job description
?Responsible for developing regional advocacy strategy and regional messages and contribute to the identification of information exchange needs, information gaps, need for further analysis, and joint advocacy opportunities
?Establish strategic networks and alliances for advocacy initiatives across the region and regional based actors based in Amman. Participation in regional advocacy forums in the field
?Identify and support appropriate response to protection concerns including undertaking analysis and draft policy positions or measures on protection as required
?Assist the country programmes in need of advocacy support, collect and consolidate information of regional relevance available at each programme
?Identify further information collection and/or analysis needs at the country level specific to regional protection concerns for displaced Syrians and Palestinians, and make recommendations

Qualifications
?Relevant university degree or higher education, preferably in law, social sciences or international development
?Proven experience in international protection and advocacy work
?Relevant experience (3-5 years) in international humanitarian work, preferably from the Middle East
?2 years experience in working in complex emergencies
?Proven experience in training
?Documented knowledge of and working experience with International Humanitarian Law, Refugee Law and Guiding Principles on Internal Displacement.
?Proven communication, interpersonal, representation, negotiation, promotion and diplomacy skills
?Proven analytical and writing skills
?Proven project managements kills including budget planning, monitoring and reporting
?Significant understanding of the concept of advocacy in complex emergencies
?Political and cultural awareness
?Ability to quickly develop good insight and understanding of the conflict, protection concerns and the political environment of the programme country
?Language skills, fluency in the English language, both written and verbal, and preferably Arabic language skills
?Above average computer literacy
?Holder of a valid international driver’s licence

Personal qualities
?Flexible and creative, with a sense of humour
?Ability to inspire and motivate
?Goal- and action-oriented
?Ability to work under pressure, independently and with limited supervision
?Ability and willingness to work and live under difficult circumstances
?Ability to combine theoretical skills and analyses with operational solutions
?All employees of the Norwegian Refugee Council should be able to adhere to our Code of Conduct and the four organizational values: Dedicated, innovative, inclusive and accountable

We offer
?Commencement: As soon as possible
?Contract period: 24 months


How to apply:

http://www.webcruiter.no/WcMain/AdvertViewPublic.aspx?oppdragsnr=1896161...

Contact info: Kathinka Devold Kjellsen Recruitment Adviser (+47) 90369224
Gry Ballestad Head of Section (+47) 90 80 65 43

Jordan: MEE Regional Media Manager – Syria Response

Organization: Save the Children
Country: Jordan
Closing date: 01 Oct 2013

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

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

We have over two million supporters worldwide and raised 1.6 billion dollars last year to reach more children than ever before, through programmes in health, nutrition, education, protection and child rights, also in times of humanitarian crises.

There are 30 national Save the Children organisations around the world. By the end of 2012 all our international programmes will be delivered through a merged operation with 14 000 staff, managed through seven regional hubs and reporting to a relatively small, central office. We're changing to become more efficient, more aligned, a better par tner, a stronger advocate, a magnet for world-class people and relevant for the 21st century.

Role:
The Regional Media Manager role is a key information management position to ensure quality and timely media materials are produced for media organisations, other partners, and Save the Children members, and to ensure visibility of Save the Children’s brand, notably in coverage of the Syria conflict. This position is required to improve the delivery of the media function in our emergency response. It is anticipated that the media-focused expectations and workload for the regional and country offices around Syria will increase in coming months, especially as the Syria emergency shows no sign of abating; rather intensifying. Emergencies are an organizational priority, not least for brand recognition. Appropriate high impact promotion and protection of Save the Children’s brand through the media is pivotal for fund raising and advocacy.

The post-holder will provide added support for regional and country offices, including extra capacity for media and fundraising functions through strengthened collection, processing, interpretation and dissemination of media materials at the strategic and operational level. This post-holder will also support the function of risk mitigation, in co-operation with senior management and advocacy colleagues. The Regional Media Manager will act as a key focal point for all media requests from members. When necessary, this post-holder may act as a Save spokesperson. Fundamental to the job is the ability to gather, consolidate, analyse and share information in a way that is easily understood by news organisations, and other stakeholders. The roles is based in Amman and for 12 months. Key areas of accountability:

Media:
* A Media Manager contact between Save the Children regional, country offices, field staff and Save the Ch ildren's media/campaign teams across Save the children membership
* Writing newsworthy press releases for circulation to the international news media (in accordance with usual sign-off procedures)
* Support risk mitigation approaches during sensitive moments for media outreach
* Facilitate international news media spokespersoning, liaising with the regional and country office teams
* Facilitate for international news media field visits showcasing the work of Save the Children, while sensitive to the realities on the ground
* Supervise and gather images and film in the field, while sensitive to the realities on the ground
* Prepare key messages, messaging around sensitive issues and Q&As for conducting organisational external relations
* Prepare and manage press conferences
* Management of incoming media requests, prioritising & co-ordination with the regional and in-country teams
* Supporting the country programme and se nior management team to have in place appropriate media management strategies
* Delivering in-country briefings on our media messaging to journalists

General:
* Deliver results in line with the terms of reference agreed in advance – to do this in a way which maintains the reputation of Save the Children.
* Comply with Save the Children policies and practice with respect to media and communication, child protection, code of conduct, health and safety, equal opportunities and other relevant policies and procedures.
* Help be responsible for the security of all staff. Ensure that the security, health and well being of staff are ensured and staff management and other processes and policies and systems reflect SC's principles of equity and fairness.
* To perform such other responsibilities as agreed with your line management.

Qualif ications and Experience:
Essential

* Significant experience of working overseas in humanitarian programmes
* University degree in a relevant subject or equivalent field experience
* Experience of leading Media activities in a challenging environment and a good knowledge of Middle East media scene, networks, and media contacts etc.
* Evidence of excellent verbal and written communication skills for a wide range of different audiences including donors, journalists and the ‘general public’.
* Experience of effective spokespersoning across a range of media
* Excellent relationship building skills in order to work for limited periods within programmes under pressure of running emergency responses
* An initiative-taking, proactive, inspiring attitude with the ability to manage and prioritise an unpredictable workload and solve problems quickly with limited support
* E xperience of delivering training, presentations and other capacity building activities to varied audiences, ideally within a country programme.
* Excellent IT skills, especially in Microsoft Word
* Excellent understanding of media and campaigning activities.
* Strong influencing skills
* Politically and culturally sensitive with qualities of patience, tact and diplomacy
* The capacity and willingness to be extremely flexible and accommodating in difficult and sometimes insecure working circumstances.
* Commitment to the aims and principles of Save the Children . In particular, a good understanding of the Save the Children mandate and child focus and an ability to ensure this continues to underpin our support

Desirable
* Experience of creating media products such as press releases
* Language skills in Arabic
* Experience or knowledge of working and living in the region

To see the full job description for this role or to apply, please visit our website at www.savethechildren.net/jobs

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


How to apply:

Please apply with a covering letter and up-to-date CV to:
bbayraktar.73262.3830@savethechildrenint.aplitrak.com

Jordan: Field Operations Manager - Middle East (218764-927)

Organization: Mercy Corps
Country: Jordan
Closing date: 17 Nov 2013

This role is based in a Middle East location.

GENERAL POSITION SUMMARY:

The Field Operations Manager is a member of a Middle East based team and is responsible for enabling excellence in all major commodity functions. S/he will focus on managing the relationships and contracts with authorities and Municipal Officials. Commodity movement is vital for operations and that requires full time commitment and knowledge of the procedures. The success of the mission and programs is dependent on ability to move huge amount of commodities every day. S/he ensures effective systems that support strategy for healthy, robust and integrated functions of local team members. The Field Operations Manager will also focus on meeting local government requirements on commodity and staff movements that change frequently.

PROGRAM/DEPARTMENT SUMMARY:

As Mercy Corps seeks to alleviate suffering, poverty and oppression around the world, the events currently sweeping across the Middle East and North Africa, are rare moments of opportunity. Mercy Corps is interested in strengthening its presence for programming across various regions. It is imperative that Mercy Corps present itself as a key and reliable partner with various donors, INGOs, government authorities and civil society actors, to be part of the process of positive change. Mercy Corps, with her global experience in working in countries undergoing major transitions, will be a key contributor in the process, bringing knowledge, expertise and strong management skills to position the agency as a partner of choice for progressive change in the Middle East.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Strategy and Vision

  • Contribute to the country strategic planning process.
  • Set up the support strategy and services and develop a logistics plan for commodity and staff movement at key transition points.
  • Improve office facilities and conditions at commodity movement office to provide conductive environment for work.
  • Develop strategic plan to maintain good relationship with local authorities and other INGO working in the area of operation

Team Management

  • Asses staffing needs for normal operations in the field
  • Assist Operations Manager and Director to setup field office norms and strategies
  • Provide in the job training to existing field office staff
  • Manage cross culture and diverse existing staff to work as one team
  • Orient and develop the capacity of the team and assist with continued development of a career path for field office staff.
  • Review delivery plans and work together with Procurement Specialist to improve delivery plans in accordance to truck-handling capacities and program needs.
  • Work with all Mercy Corps staff to ensure smooth introduction and adoption of procurement and logistic systems.
  • Assist teams in understanding their roles and responsibilities in terms of interaction with field office staff, partners and other stakeholders
  • Be responsible for full and proper implementation of Mercy Corps systems of management, compliance and control as described in Mercy Corps field manuals contained in the Office in a Box.
  • Work with finance compliance to mitigate fraud, conflict of interest and legal ramifications of Mercy Corps activities.

Commodity Movement Management

  • Manage relationships and contracts with the key local partners.
  • Develop weekly and daily commodities handling plan for the goods delivery and dispatch.
  • Facilitate entrance of the transport providers for purposes of commodity transfer and review documentation.
  • Verify commodities quantity and quality and report to procurement Specialist and Operations Manager on daily basis.
  • Reject all the commodities which are not in line with the Mercy Corps quality requirements and/or contracted specifications.
  • Maintain commodity delivery and dispatch spreadsheets and report to program managers on the daily commodity movements.
  • Arrange any other requirements that Mercy Corps will have in terms of Field Office operations.
  • Work very closely with Procurement Specialist, Operations Manager, Head of Office and respective Program Manager.
  • Responsible for the commodity handling management in accordance to Mercy Corps manuals.
  • Oversee all other activities related to the management of this location.

Security

  • Work closely with the country team security advisor to develop and maintain systems that ensure the safety and security of the team at Field office.
  • Work with Security Advisor to setup safety and security procedures in place.

Representation

  • Interface with stakeholders responsible for coordinating all supply shipments via the appropriate approval processes.
  • Communicate with stakeholders regarding paperwork and documentation of goods.
  • Establish and maintain productive relationships with all stakeholders, vendors, suppliers, government authorities, and other actors.

Organizational Learning: As part of our commitment to organizational learning and in support of our understanding that learning organizations are more effective, efficient and relevant to the communities they serve - we expect all team members to commit 5% of their time to learning activities that benefit Mercy Corps as well as themselves.

Accountability to Beneficiaries: Mercy Corps team members are expected to support all efforts towards accountability, specifically to our beneficiaries and to international standards guiding international relief and development work, while actively engaging beneficiary communities as equal partners in the design, monitoring and evaluation of our field projects.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: Field Office Supervisor

ACCOUNTABILITY:

REPORTS DIRECTLY TO:Operations Manager

WORKS DIRECTLY WITH: Logistics staff, Program Managers, Finance Manager, Security Staff, Procurement Specialist

COLLABORATES WITH: All MC logistics and operations team as required

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:

  • 4- 7 years of field experience setting up and managing administration, warehousing and logistics systems with humanitarian NGOs with supervisory responsibilities.
  • Demonstrated understanding of complex emergencies and situations, related security concerns and appropriate responses with experience in insecure environments.
  • Demonstrated attention to detail, following procedures, meeting deadlines and working and problem-solving independently and cooperatively.
  • Knowledge of Mercy Corps systems and procedures (esp. procurement systems and warehousing) preferred
  • Excellent negotiation and representation skills.
  • Effective verbal and written communication, organizational, prioritization and Microsoft Office applications.
  • Excellent oral and written English skills required. Arabic skills are desirable.
  • Ability to work effectively with an ethnically diverse team in a sensitive environment.

SUCCESS FACTORS:

The successful Field Operation Manager will be good at management and problem solving and have the ability to work out methods to deliver successful commodity border crossing S/he will maintain strong cooperative relationships with other departments and interact effectively with international and national personnel both in a managerial as well as training capacity, while demonstrating the ability to multi-task, meet deadlines and process information in support of changing program activities. S/he will be able to live and work closely with a diverse team of individuals in a highly intense and fluid work and security environment. The most successful Mercy Corps staff members have a strong commitment to teamwork and accountability, thrive in evolving and changing environments and make effective written and verbal communication a priority in all situations.

LIVING CONDITIONS/ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

The position is based in a location in the Middle East and unaccompanied. Housing at this point is group or temporary. Staff will have access to good medical services, restaurants, cafes, supermarkets and shops. This position requires (100% of time) of travel by vehicle to the border border with potential travel into across border gate pending security clearance.

Mercy Corps Team members represent the agency both during and outside of work hours when deployed in a field posting or on a visit/TDY to a field posting. Team members are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner and respect local laws, customs and Mercy Corps' policies, procedures, and values at all times and in all in-country venues.


How to apply:

Apply online at our website:
http://mercycorps.silkroad.com/epostings/submit.cfm?fuseaction=app.dspjo...

Jordan: Nutrition Survey Coordinator

Organization: UN High Commissioner for Refugees
Country: Jordan
Closing date: 24 Sep 2013

Consultant: Nutrition Survey Coordinator
Duty station: Jordan
Starting date: mid-October 2013
Duration of assignment: 3 months
Reports to: UNHCR Country Office and the UNHCR Senior Nutrition Officer in HQ

Background:

A range of nutrition and food assistance related interventions are being conducted among Syrian refugees residing in Jordan. As part of monitoring and evaluation of the nutrition situation and the food assistance the Nutrition Working Group is planning two surveys amongst Syrian refugees – one in Zaatri camp and one among refugees living in the host community. The surveys are planned for October-November-December 2013. The findings of the survey will inform future nutrition, health and food related interventions amongst Syrian refugees.

The survey will be developed using the SMART methodology and UNHCR Standardised Expanded Nutrition Survey (SENS) guidelines for refugee populations (Version 2.0, 2013). Anthropometric indicators will be analysed using ENA or Epi/ENA software. Survey methodology should be reviewed by the 2013 Jordan Nutrition Survey support team prior to data collection.

The Consultant will oversee the Nutrition Survey and produce updated indicators on Anthropometry, Health, Anaemia, IYCF, Food Security and WASH amongst Syrian refugees in Jordan.

Organisation:

The consultant will ensure that:
• Development/finalization of the survey protocol, timeline, and sampling procedure is elaborated
• Appropriate survey personnel are recruited
• Sufficient training is given to the survey teams
• Standardisation tests are undertaken for measurers
• Questionnaires are translated and back translated (if appropriate) and field tested
• Background and general information are collected
• Materials are tested for accuracy on a regular basis throughout the survey
• Data entry in the field and intensive supervision on data quality is appropriate

Technical support will be available from UNHCR.

At the end of the consultancy the consultant is expected to deliver:
• A final survey report including recommendations on actions to address the situation is to be submitted at the end of the Consultancy. Results of standardisation tests, details of data cleaning and plausibility checks should be presented in the final report. The report must conform with the CRED survey completeness checklist (http://www.cedat.be/Field%20Resources).
• Standardised tables as presented in the UNHCR SENS Guidelines for refugee populations (version 2.0 2013, www.sens.unhcr.org) should be used for presentation of the results, including confidence intervals of all results.
• The findings and major recommendations are to be presented to partners at the mission level (oral presentation and PowerPoint slides).
• The final cleaned version of the data sets used to calculate the survey results is to be sent to the Public Health Section in UNHCR HQ and to UNHCR Country Office.

Qualifications and experience:

Required:
• University degree or the equivalent, with advanced education in nutrition, with a specific competency in humanitarian emergencies.
• Significant experience in undertaking nutrition surveys (design and methodologies, staff recruitment and training, field supervision and data analysis/write up).
• Experience with the SMART survey methodology and ENA, Epi/ENA or Epi Info software.
• Experience with analysis using ENA or EpiInfo software.
• Fluency in English with excellent writing and presentation skills.

Desirable:
• Arabic language skills.


How to apply:

Please send your application, CV and name of two references to HQPHN@unhcr.org before 24/09/2013.