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OIC International

Job Title: Field Operations Manager (2)

Reports to: Program Manager

Location: Based in Zwedru, Grand Gedeh County or Fishtown, River Gee County, Liberia

Description:OIC International (OICI) is the prime organization of a five-year USAID Title II Food Aid Development Program (Health, Agriculture and Nutrition Development for Sustainability or “HANDS”) to reduce food insecurity in Southeastern Liberia and seeks an energetic and thoughtful Field Operations Manager to join its team in Liberia. There are two Field Operations Manager positions, one based in Zwedru and one based in Fish Town.

The Field Operations Manager will manage the day to day operations of the Zwedru/Fish Town field office to ensure that projects are carried out in accordance with the HANDS Program Objectives and implementation plan, respecting all internal and contractual procedures. S/he will mobilize the material and financial resources necessary for programs to run smoothly; supervise commodity and resource management; and coordinate the county team. Major Responsibilities:• Build and maintain a team dynamic which enables the objectives of the program to be carried out in the field offices, focusing on ensuring a good atmosphere and coordination between the program and operations teams and coordination among the Monrovia, River Gee, and Grand Gedeh offices• Ensure program targets are being met on schedule• Coordinate closely with the County Finance Manager and Logistics Officer • Ensure that the logistics staff manage the routine servicing of the generators to assure continuous electrical supply to the offices and guest houses• Supervise routine maintenance of the compounds• Work with the logistics staff to maintain offices and guest houses, including procuring and maintenance of all office equipment as needed• Ensure compliance with USG procurement standards and that supplies and equipment purchased are within the approved budget• Oversee the vehicle fleet, maintain vehicle movement chart, oversee fuel disbursements
• Track all movement of goods and supplies throughout the county with accurate waybills• Oversee commodity management, including direct distribution of Super Gari, a fortified food product produced within the program• Manage the purchase and delivery of cassava from farming communities to processing center • Develop and maintain cassava purchasing schedule, process, and contingency plan for cassava stock outs• Serve as OICI official representative in the county with NGOs, administrative, political and local authorities, civil society and the media, strengthening relations between OICI and partners • Monitor the security situation and provide updates to Monrovia office

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in business management, public administration, international development, or related fields. • Experience: Minimum 2 years’ management experience with INGO • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills • Willing to live in a remote rural setting• Grassroots mindset and be willing to accomplish program objectives • Sound knowledge of operation and administration procedures• Knowledge of food distribution and production, desirable
• Energetic • Ability to multi-task and work well in a team in a challenging environment

Application ProcessInterested applicants are invited to submit applications consisting of resume, cover letter specific to this position, and references no later than December 1, 2012 to OICI Head Office in New Matadi, Monrovia or via e-mail resume to hands@oici.org. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis thus early submission is encouraged. Applications without these materials will not be considered. Please include “Field Coordinator” in the subject of your email. No phone calls please.

OICI is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, age, religion, handicap, gender, or sexual preference.

Terms of Reference for Development of Toolkit for the Integrated Implementation of Neglected Tropical Disease Programs

Background: This toolkit is a key output from a program being jointly implemented in Liberia by MAP International and the Ministry of Health. The objective of this Program is to work with the Ministry of Health and Social Welfare towards a comprehensive, functional, and fully integrated response to Leprosy and Buruli Ulcer management pilot projects in Bong, Lofa and Nimba counties with the view of fully integrating it into the mainstream Liberia’s health care system. This approach will be replicable for other Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs) in endemic counties and countries.

Key outputs of the Program include: capacity development, documentation of process, production of multi-level curriculum, alignment and integration of Leprosy and Buruli Ulcer data and information into the national HIMS, improved quality of services and the development of a NTDs toolkit based on lessons learned through the Buruli Ulcer and Leprosy pilot project. It is envisaged that knowledge and lessons learned from the Leprosy and Buruli ulcer project will be translated to improve implementation of a replicated project.

Toolkit:The toolkit is an essential resource for the efficiency and efficacy of the project, maximising its reach and impact, and enhancing sustainability. The toolkit will be developed throughout the project period, and will include the documentation and the translation of the process, lessons learned and other case studies that can be utilised and applied in other contexts when addressing NTDs.

Terms of Reference Summary:Goal: The goal of this initiative is to develop a toolkit that is transferable, clear, comprehensive and based on evidence and best practice which will contribute to increased effectiveness in integrated responses to NTDs.

Objective: The general objective is to document the process of the implementation of the program in Liberia and use this as a basis for the development of a toolkit.

Consultancy Specifications:We are seeking a consultant (individual, organisation and firm) with proven experience and technical expertise in knowledge management and toolkit development preferably within a public health context.

The consultant’s work will include but not be limited to the following:
1. Document/review relevant NTDs documents, health policy documents (including national health and social welfare policy; plan and essential package of health services) and project proposal and implementation plan;2. Prepare toolkit and plan and present to stakeholders for approval; 3. Document the process and describe keys actors (individuals and institutions) involved throughout the implementation of the project.

Toolkit Development Timeline: The toolkit development will take place throughout the project period which is ongoing and will be completed by June 2015. The selected consultant /individual, organization or firm will prepare a detailed activity plan for carrying out this exercise outlining how the task will be accomplished including timeline and expenditure/ estimates based on Terms of Reference.

Key Deliverables: 1. Inception report2. 6 monthly progress reports (financial and narrative)3. Toolkit (excluding print costs)

How to apply/Requirement: 1. The individual/organisation/firm should have 3-5 years of experience in toolkit development/ knowledge translation within public health and international development.2. Knowledge of at least one local dialect would be beneficial.3. The individual/organisation/firm should provide a 3-5 pages proposed plan to undertake this assignment. 4. The interested individuals/organizations or firms will be requested to submit 1 sample of previous toolkit or equivalent developed.

NRC has been working in Liberia since 2003 providing protection, humanitarian assistance and durable solutions to individuals and communities affected by displacement. The Information, counseling and legal assistance (ICLA) project was founded in 2006 with the objective of addressing land conflict, tenure security and access to land issues which were impeding the return of refugees and IDPs. The project is organized around three inter-linked areas of activity: land dispute resolution, capacity building and research and advocacy. The project is undertaking a strategic transition in 2013, from resolving land disputes directly, to focus on strengthening and consolidating the capacity of our local partners to do this work.

Job description■Supervise and manage the implementation of ICLA dispute resolution, capacity building and advocacy activities ■Design and lead strategies ■Monitor and advise ■Document and prepare reports ■NetworkingFor more information, please see the job description:http://www.nrc.no/arch/img.aspx?file_id=9663019

Qualifications■Degree in law, human rights, development studies, geography, peace and conflict studies, human ecology, social sciences or other relevant area ■Three years experience in the humanitarian or development sectors, including a minimum of two years experience managing projects in the field ■Experience with designing and managing organisational development and capacity building activities ■Formal training or practical experience in collaborative dispute resolution programming ■Fluency in written English, French highly desirable

Personal qualities■Excellent listening and communication skills, empathy and emotional intelligence ■Initiative, flexibility, creativity, resourcefulness and a good sense of humour ■Ability to inspire and motivate colleagues and partners ■Ability to work independently and with limited supervision ■Patience, adaptability and the capacity to live and work in difficult conditions

We offer■Commencement: January 2013 ■Contract period: 12 months ■Salary/benefits: According to NRC’s general directions. Please note that tax fees may occur for some countries ■Duty station: Ganta, Nimba. Liberia’s towns are usually quiet and relatively safe. Foreigners can normally move around without harassment or danger, provided they follow security measures in place and respect local cultural sensibilities. Housing in Liberia is shared, of a moderate standard and may be in the same building as the office