Organization: Development Transformations
Country: Libya
Closing date: 01 Jun 2014

Senior Transition Advisor

Development Transformations (DT) is seeking Senior Transition Advisors (STA) to provide long-term support to USAID/Office of Transition Initiative’s (OTI) Libya Transition Initiative (LTI). The Senior Transition Advisors will provide program guidance, political analysis, and managerial support for LTI.

The STAs will be called upon to play a critical interlocutor role with the implementing partner(s), under the direction of the OTI Country Representative and representing the OTI Libya Transition Initiative as needed to the Government of Libya, the United States Embassy, the USAID Mission, potential partners, stakeholders, donors, and other actors as requested by the OTI Country Representative.

The STAs will play an instrumental role in contributing to the overall strategic direction and objectives of the OTI program in Libya; providing advice, analysis, and reporting on political and security developments; proposing and reviewing potential grants and other activities; contributing to monitoring and evaluation; overseeing the use of the OTI database; and contributing to budgetary oversight.

The STAs must possess all of the qualities below:

· Excellent political analysis, program and project management skills, reporting skills, and in- depth knowledge of international relations;

· Ability to serve as an effective liaison with a wide array of individuals and institutions;

· Aptitude to operate with high levels of autonomy, responsibility and authority in a highly stressful situation while exercising sound judgment in politically charged and challenging security environments;

· Ability to travel extensively within Libya, sometimes in low security areas;

· Demonstrated ability to maintain staff morale in a difficult work environment;

· Excellent inter-personal, presentation, negotiation, and team building skills.

REQUIRED TASKS:

The responsibilities of the STAs will include:

· Provide guidance on the identification and development of projects that meet program funding criteria, further programmatic objectives, and complement other projects and programs implemented by USAID/OTI;

· Provide independent analysis, advice, and reporting to USAID/OTI;

· Evaluate grant proposals and work with diverse groups—many of which have not previously received international funding;

· Communicate regularly and share program information with other project managers, bilateral donors, International Organizations, and indigenous and international NGOs to ensure visibility and synergy of program activities;

· Maintain strong relationships with key government partners and promote program linkages between program activities and Libyan government priorities;

· Draft, maintain, and update program strategy documents and other analytical products as needed to ensure that the program is calibrated to the current context and is engaging with key actors;

· Prepare information materials for use by the OTI Country Representative and field team in connection with their discussions with other foreign donors, international organizations, Libyan government officials, and the Libyan private sector.

· Coordinate with the field and home office to develop mapping, data analysis, and social network analysis products;

· Travel in areas of focus to monitor and assess political conditions and meet with potential grantees (taking into careful account local security considerations);

· When required, report regularly to the USAID/OTI on the status of: 1) grant development and implementation; 2) program performance analysis; 3) communication and coordination issues among program offices; 4) political and security developments; 5) relations with local partners, including local, state, and national government representatives; 6) financial and budgeting concerns; and 7) other pertinent information required to achieve program objectives;

· Perform a wide range of administrative functions (budget preparation, financial management, records management, travel assistance, etc.) in support of the OTI Country Representative to ensure programmatic success;

· Maintain a compilation of reference materials for use by the OTI Country Representative and field team;

· Support the OTI Country Representative to ensure the use of client systems and procedures to maintain effective and efficient management of funds, programming, and monitoring and evaluation;

· Support and ensure the effective implementation of rolling assessments, cluster evaluations, program reviews, and other activities as needed;

· When required, assume higher representational responsibilities, potentially serving as acting OTI Country Representative in his/her absence, for example; and

· Mentor/train other field staff as required.

· Other tasks as assigned by the OTI Country Representative or his/her designee.

· Work closely and effectively with the other Transition Advisors to ensure coordination and fulfillment of all necessary responsibilities

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:

· A degree in a field related to supporting OTI’s development and stabilization objectives in Libya is required, an advanced degree is strongly preferred. At least seven (7) years of progressively responsible work experience.

· A minimum of five (5) years of recent and relevant project management experience, which may include political analysis, community development, economic development, democracy and governance, international law, human rights activities, reconciliation and transitional justice, or other transition-related programming.

· A minimum of one (1) year of overseas field experience working in a developing country, of which six (6) months must include experience working in one or more countries undergoing political instability.

· A minimum of six (6) months of supervisory experience (including but not limited to mentoring, training, and guiding staff).

· Fluency in written and spoken English is required. Proficiency in Arabic is strongly preferred.

· Knowledge of Libyan social and political structures at the national, regional, and local levels is desired. Familiarity with Libyan laws and processes affecting the political transition is also desired.

OTHER

Salary is commensurate with experience. Both Americans and non-Americans are encouraged to apply for this position.

JOB LOCATION

Tripoli, Libya with potential for travel within Libya.

POSITION TYPE

Long Term Technical Assistance Contract

Development Transformations, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

How to apply:

If interested, please submit a cover letter and a CV with dates of availability to icooper@dev-trans.com, and put ‘LTI Senior Transition Advisor' in the subject line.

Country: Libya
Closing date: 15 May 2014

JOB DESCRIPTION

Under the supervision of Chief of UNSMIL Public Information and Communication Section (PICS), and within delegated authority, the incumbent will be responsible for the following duties:

• Tracks, monitors, researches and analyzes information related to the UN in General and UNSMIL in specific

• Drafts/compiles a specific type or types (e.g. print, broadcast, etc.), of information communications products for target audiences, to include in press releases, media packets and reports, brochures, briefings, video clips, newsletters, websites, etc.

• Organizes the clearance, production and distribution of information material; conducts photo and graphic research.

• Prepares, on the basis of official UN documentation and other sources, initials drafts of articles or chapters for inclusion in UN newsletters, periodicals, reports and books.

• In consultation with others identifies and proposes information opportunities, activities and approaches, taking into account the situation/topic and target audience.

• Identifies key contacts/constituencies and opportunities for strategic partnerships to facilitate communication efforts and maintains working relationships with the same.

• Organizes or participates in the organization of conferences, seminar, press briefings, interviews, etc.; prepares briefing materials for senior officials prior to their participation in such events.

• Assist UNSMIL and UNCT counterparts in carrying out events with the media and promotion of various components of the mission and its mandate

• Responds to a variety of inquiries and information requests internally and externally; prepares related correspondence.• Performs other duties as assigned

COMPETENCEIES

Professionalism: Shows pride in work and in achievements. Is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results. Is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns. Shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges. Remains calm in stressful situations. Commitment to implementing the goal of gender equality by ensuring the equal participation and full involvement of women and men in all aspects of work. Ability to apply good judgment in the context of assignments given and to respond appropriately when difficulties or conflicts arise, tact and discretion in dealing with high ranking officials and with extremely confidential matters.

Communication: Good communication skills with ability to speak and write clearly and effectively; correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match the audience.

Teamwork: Sound interpersonal skills, including ability to operate effectively across organizational boundaries; ability to establish and maintain effective partnerships and working relations in a multicultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity.

Planning & Organizing: Demonstrated organizational skills and ability to establish priorities and to plan, coordinate and monitor own work plan with minimal supervision, work under pressure of frequent and tight deadlines often in difficult and demanding conditions.

Technological Awareness: Keeps abreast of available technology; actively seeks to apply technology to appropriate tasks; shows willingness to learn new technology. Proficiency in computer software applications (MS Windows, Word, Excel, Power Point, Lotus Notes).

QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Advanced degree (Master degree or equivalent) in communications, journalism or public relations. Relevant combination of academic qualifications and experience in communications, journalism or related area, may be accepted in lieu of an advanced university degree.

Experience: At least two years of progressively responsible experience in strategic communications, journalism, public information, or media.

Language: Fluency in oral and written English and Arabic is essential.

How to apply:

Please note that, due to the nature of this position, it is open to applicants who are Libyan nationals only. To express your interest in the position, please send a CV or Resume to the following email address: outreachforpeace@un.org accompanied by a cover note detailing why you think you are a suitable candidate and your motivation to work for the United Nations in Libya.

Country: Libya
Closing date: 15 May 2014

JOB DESCRIPTION

Under the supervision of the Human Rights Officer, the incumbent will assist in executing UNSMIL’s Human Rights Section’s work programme. The incumbent will be responsible for the following duties:

· Assist in monitoring development related to human rights by collecting information from a variety of sources (e.g. communications, publications, the press) to keep abreast of issues/events and provide up-to-date information.

· Maintain awareness of current human rights issues, to include relevant political and legal developments in the country.

· Assist in human rights; training programmes for national officials, national human rights institution and representatives of civil society in order to promote national capacity building.

· Assist in the review of human rights issues, including gender considerations, and participates in discussions with other Human Rights Officers (HROs) on the integration of these issues into political, humanitarian and economic efforts and programmes.

· Assist in drafting specific programmes to strengthen capacities for implementing a rights based approach to development for national, regional and UN partners.

· Assist the Human Rights Section in working with government bodies and human rights institutions in domesticating regional and international human rights norms and standards into national legislation.

· Assist HROs in discussions with relevant authorities and other influential actors with the aim of stopping or preventing human rights violations or seek other remedial action by the authorities to prevent similar violations occurring in the future.

· Liaise with government, NGOs, Civil Society organizations, UN agencies and other partners.

· Design and maintain a database to track project progress.Perform other related duties as required.

COMPETENCIES

Professionalism – Knowledge of and exposure to a range of human rights issues, to include approaches and techniques to address sensitive and complex problems; knowledge of institutional mandates, policies and guidelines related to human rights; very good knowledge of the region or country of assignment, including the political environment and legal statutes as they pertain to human rights; demonstrate ability to complete in-depth studies and reach conclusions on possible causes and solutions to human rights problems in specific societies and systems; skill in training civil authorities and members of advocacy groups to recognize warning signs of civil unrest and take preventive action to avert hostilities; ability to relate human rights issues and perspectives, including gender issues, to political, social, economic and humanitarian programmes in affected countries and areas; commitment to implementing the goal of gender equality by ensuring the equal participation and full involvement of women and men in all aspects of peace operations.

Communication – Excellent communication (spoken and written) skills, including the ability to convey complex concepts and recommendations at senior levels, both orally and in writing, in a clear, concise style; discretion and sound judgment in applying expertise to resolve complex and/or sensitive issues.

Teamwork– Ability to interact and to establish and maintain effective working relations both as a team member and team leader, with people of different national and cultural backgrounds.

Planning & Organizing– Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.

Technological awareness – Good computer skills, including proficiency in word processing, spread sheets, other and relevant software packages.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in the human rights or related fields. . A first level university degree with the relevant combination of academic qualifications and experience can be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Experience: At least two years of progressively responsible experience in the fields of human rights, development, humanitarian assistant including working with independent NGOs or civil society groups is desirable.

Language: Fluency in oral and written English and Arabic is essential.

How to apply:

This position is only open to nationals of Libya, due to the nature of the post. To express your interest in the position, please send a CV or Resume to the following email address: outreachforpeace@un.org accompanied by a cover letter which clearly highlights why you are a suitable candidate for the position and your motivation to work with the Untied Nations in Libya.

Organization: Transparency International
Country: Libya
Closing date: 20 Feb 2014

Transparency International is the global civil society organisation leading the fight against corruption. Through more than 90 chapters worldwide and an international secretariat in Berlin, Germany, Transparency International raises awareness of the damaging effects of corruption and works with partners in government, business and civil society to develop and implement effective measures to tackle it. Transparency International will undertake a National Integrity System assessment in Libya, as part of a seven country project from March 2014 to February 2015 and is seeking a project team/research organisation or institute to: (a) coordinate the project and (b) conduct the research. -

See more at: http://www.transparency.org/whoweare/work/call_for_proposals_national_in...

How to apply:

Please visit: www.transparency.org/whoweare/work/call_for_proposals_national_integrity...

Organization: CESVI - Cooperazione e Sviluppo Onlus
Country: Libya
Closing date: 18 May 2014

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

Minimum 2 years of working experience in insecure environments

Experience from protection work in displacement and/or migration settings

Experience in complex emergencies or post-conflict settings, working in a difficult security environment, in coordination with UN agencies, local government authorities, communities and INGOs

Proven communication, interpersonal, representation, negotiation and leadership skills

Strong organisational and logistic skills

Fluency in English – both spoken and written

Computer literacy

DESIRABLE REQUIREMENTS

Previous working experience in Arab countries

Demonstrated attention to detail, ability to follow procedures, meet deadlines and work independently and cooperatively with team members

Problem solving and results oriented approach to program development and implementation

Experience in working in UNHCR programmes

WORK CONTEXT

In the framework of a UNHCR funded programme, Cesvi carries out a protection programme aimed at promoting a favourable protection environment in Eastern and Western Libya.

Refugees, asylum seekers and irregular migrants in Libya are exposed to a range of protection violations and protection concerns: some of these result directly from the violent events in Libya, while others existed before the conflict and were exacerbated by it. Severe violations of rights of refugees, asylum seekers and irregular migrants have been widespread not only during but particularly after the conflict.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The collaboration will start in June, duty station will be Tripoli.

The Logistician will respond to the Head of Mission in Tripoli.

Under the overall management of the Cesvi office in Tripoli and direct supervision of the CR, the Logistic Officer will be responsible for conducting/coordinating and organising logistical and procurement activities including obtaining purchase and delivery of warehouse supplies, materials and equipment and providing logistics and administrative support, for the warehouse Management activities

Specific responsibilities are:

• Supervise and provide guidance to all logistics related issues in warehouses

• Supervision of staff of the warehouse

• Confirm terms of delivery conditions in order to prepare the delivery of goods/items

• Ensure that appropriate level of authorisation is received prior to releasing the orders.

• Ensure timely delivery of procured supplies and materials. Track procurement status, payments and warehouse work and report regularly

• Check all supplies delivered and ensure that the supplies are appropriate and in accordance to the specification required, as indicated in the order form.

• Maintain records of all transactions, ensuring that an efficient filling system for a record of all quotations, copies of records of expenditure, receipts, local order forms, etc are all kept

• Liaise closely with the Warehouse manager concerning payment of procured and delivered goods.

• Ensure that the proper Cesvi’s administrative procedures and standards for follow-up, ordering and sock keeping are strictly adhered to.

• Prepare reports on all logistics issues and report to Cesvi CR on a weekly basis.

How to apply:

TO APPLY please visit:http://www.cesvi.org/13_2014-log-lib

Organization: International Medical Corps
Country: Libya
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 SUMMARY:
International Medical Corps began GBV prevention and response activities in Libya in April 2011, during the heart of internal conflict. Since 2012, IMC has worked with communities in transition toward more comprehensive GBV prevention and response activities. With support from the United Nations Trust Fund to End Violence against Women, International Medical Corps is currently working with civil society and government partners to combat GBV and to provide focused services for vulnerable women and survivors of violence.
The current program is in its second year of implementation with a specific focus on strengthening local initiatives from community –based organizations and government service providers.
JOB SUMMARY:
The consultant will strengthen the capacity of both the case workers in GBV case management and the health workers on clinical care for survivors of sexual assault. The consultant will develop and deliver trainings in different locations across Libya to local organizations and case workers supported by International Medical Corps. The consultant will also support the GBV team in implementing activities aimed at preventing forms of gender based violence and supporting survivors of violence. The consultant will provide technical support to build the capacity of partners to start up and deliver safe support services for survivors of GBV including case management and psychosocial support services.
SCOPE OF WORK:
All tasks and responsibilities are to be within the timeline of the UNTF-funded project in Libya with full support of Libya GBV program manager to fulfill identified gaps and to achieve the following:
• Assist the GBV program manager in establishing three referral pathways between service organizations and community focal points (one per site: Misrata, Western Mountains and Tripoli)
• Organize and lead trainings in GBV case management for members of three community-based organizations (CBOs)
• Provide follow-up training on GBV case management for government social workers based in schools, hospitals and other locations.
• Organize training materials for government social workers into a reusable curriculum
• Organize and lead an initial training on clinical management of rape (CMR) for 20 healthcare providers (training to be held in Tripoli with particiapnts from three sites: Tripoli, Misrata and Western Mountains)
• Organize and lead two 2-day refresher trainings in CMR for previously trained healthcare providers (training should include a refresher on patient flow, privacy, security of patients)
• Review and develop case management systems as needed, including processes for case intake, follow up and review
• Develop systems for safe documentation and sharing of information
• Develop tools for assessing client satisfaction and train staff and case workers on use of tools
• Prepare training reports and provide regular updates to program management.
• Prepare an end-of assignment report outlining accomplishments, challenges and recommendations for further interventions.
• Actively promote PSEA (Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse) standards within International Medical Corps and amongst beneficiaries served by International Medical Corps.

Qualifications:• Advanced degree in social work, psychology or similarly appropriate educational/professional background
• Understanding of international CMR protocols and experience conducting CMR trainings
• Experience in GBV programming, including experience with case management and support services for survivors.
• Experience organizing and leading trainings
• Experience in direct support of survivors of sexual violence
• Experience in the Middle East, Africa or similar contexts preferred
• Arabic language skills strongly preferred

How to apply:

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

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

Organization: International Medical Corps
Country: Libya
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.

PROGRAM SUMMARY: International Medical Corps has implemented a program in Libya that aims to strengthen the physical rehabilitation services In certain areas of Libya, through upgrading of primary rehabilitation and the development of community and outreach services. The locations are Tripoli, Misurata and Benghazi but are subject to change.

JOB SUMMARY:The Program Coordinator will have overall responsibility for the entire project, the specific responsibilities will include:

Providing overall management, strategic direction, and leadership to the project, including the identification of local partners and developing strong relations with medical and social service authorities and ensuring disabled people are central in the development of the project Supervising and ensuring training for project staffs, overseeing the development and review of annual work plans and budgets; overseeing the preparation of reports to meet EC requirements; and leading technical efforts related to the Improvement of services for disabled people.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES/SCOPE OF WORK:

Project Management• Provides overall management support, vision, and technical direction for all project tasks and supervises any consultant input.• Ensure that disabled people and their families participate actively in the development of the programme• Manages the development and execution of technical plans and procedures to achieve project tasks, objectives, and planned results.• Ensure that training needs are identified for 'frontline• Ensure staff and suitable trainers identified• Ensure that appropriate locations are identified for the outreach services• Identify local partners and ensure appropriate training for them to manage outreach services• Ensure mobile orthopaedic clinics are active and operational• Ensure information and awareness raising materials are developed and disseminated

Leadership and Representation• Liaise and plan joint strategies with other players in the disability field• Be pro-active in working with Ministries to showcase good practice in approaches to disability• Represent IMC in meetings with donors, UN, Ministries etc with particular focus on approaches on disability and appropriate methodologies of work• Submit regular reports to the CD and to IMC UK as requested• In collaboration with the CO, maintain regular contact with IMC UK over both programmatic and financial issues

Staff Management• Manage all staff on the programme (physiotherapists, orthopaedic technicians, psychologists etc)• Ensure adequate staffing levels for the programme• Ensure training and development programmes are in place for all local staff• Ensure all staff are up to date with both developments in the project and in disability

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with a job.

Qualifications: Qualifications:• Master's degree In Public Health, International Development and/or In a relevant field of study• Three years experience in program design and evaluation, of which at least one year in developing countries or resource deprived environment• Supervisor experience• Experience of disability programmes• Experience of working with Ministries of Social Affairs and Health• Understanding of current thinking in disability programming• Demonstrated understanding of UNCRPD, and other UN guidelines on disability related issues, such as wheelchairs, P+O etc• Experience of community development and setting up of community based programmes• Very good staff management skills• Experience of EC programming and reporting requirements• Preferably experience with disabled peoples organizations (DPOs)• Understanding of rights based programming• Familiarity with international humanitarian operations, coordination structures, and the mandates of donors, UN agencies, and other NGOs• Cross-cultural awareness and insight into health care issues• Ability to exercise sound judgment and make decisions with limited supervision• Extremely flexible, and have the ability to cope with stressful situations and frustrations• Ability to relate to and motivate local staff effectively• Creative and able to work with limited resources• 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.

Organization: American Bar Association
Country: Libya
Closing date: 30 Apr 2014

ABA ROLI is a non-profit pro­gram that implements legal reform programs in roughly 60 countries around the world. ABA ROLI has nearly 700 professional staff work­ing abroad and in its Washington, D.C. office. ABA ROLI’s host country partners include judges, lawyers, bar associations, law schools, court administrators, legislatures, ministries of justice and a wide array of civil society organi­zations, including human rights groups.

Job Summary:

The American Bar Association Rule of Law Initiative (ABA ROLI) seeks a Judicial Advisor to provide technical assistance to the Secretariat of the Libyan Supreme Judicial Council (SJC) and to assist the SJC with the development of a training program for Libyan public prosecutors and their support staff. The Judicial Advisor will assist the SJC with building its capacity to plan and implement judicial reform. This is a long-term position, based in Tripoli, Libya beginning in August/September 2013.

Responsibilities:

In this position, the Judicial Advisor will support the:

• Design, coordination, and implementation of strategic planning and trainings for SJC members and secretariat;
• Development of materials for reform of judicial systems;
• Design, coordination, and implementation of trainings for public prosecutors and their support staff.

Qualifications:

• Must have a Juris Doctorate degree and at least 10 years of relevant experience;
• Must have at least 10 years of experience in administration of judicial systems or judicial education, experience in civil law jurisdictions a plus;
• Previous experience building the capacity of judicial actors through the development of training curricula and evaluation of training effectiveness;
• Fluency in written and spoken English is required, knowledge of Arabic a plus.

How to apply:

To apply, please visit http://www.americanbar.org/about_the_aba/employment_at_the_aba/aba_job_s.... Due to the high volume of applicants, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Organization: UN High Commissioner for Refugees
Country: Libya
Closing date: 10 Oct 2013

The United Nations Refugee Agency (UNHCR) in Libya is seeking dynamic, committed and qualified persons interested in an exciting career in humanitarian affairs.

BACKGROUND

The Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees was established on December 14, 1950 by the United Nations General Assembly. The agency is mandated to lead and co-ordinate international action to protect refugees and resolve refugee problems worldwide. Its primary purpose is to safeguard the rights and well-being of refugees. It strives to ensure that everyone can exercise the right to seek asylum and find safe refuge in another State, with the option to return home voluntarily, integrate locally or to resettle in a third country. It also has a mandate to help stateless people. In more than six decades, the agency has helped tens of millions of people restart their lives. Today, a staff of some 7,190 people in more than 120 countries continues to help some 36.4 million persons.

Graduates in Law, Politics, Human Rights and Social Sciences in particular are encouraged to apply for the following positions:

1. Duties and Responsibilities:

· Consistently apply International and National Law and applicable UN/UNHCR and IASC policy, standards and codes of conduct.

· Observe and respect protection related Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

· Provide functional and administrative support in all protection related AGD based programming with implementing and operational partners.

· Provide functional and administrative support in implementing participatory approaches, needs assessments, monitoring, reporting and case management.

· Support assessments on durable solutions through voluntary repatriation, local integration and where appropriate, resettlement.

· Facilitate liaison with competent authorities for the issuance of personal and other relevant documents.

· Assist in drafting reports, routine correspondence, updating relevant databases and compiling statistics for the protection unit/section.

1. Essential Minimum Qualification and Professional Experience Required

• Education: Completion of secondary school. Additional Training courses in protection related issues required.

• Job experience: relevant to the function: 2 years.

• Fluency in English and working knowledge of another relevant UN language or local language.

(In offices where the working language is not English, excellent knowledge of working language of duty station and working knowledge of English.)

• Fluent in Arabic.

1. REQUIRED COMPETENCIES

• Political Awareness.

• Stakeholder Management

1. Desirable qualifications & Competences

• Knowledge of another official UN language(s) an asset.

• Good computer skills.

How to apply:

Please fill in the attached personal history form and send your application and letter of interest to lbytr@unhcr.org. Please indicate the title of the position number in the subject of the email.

Organization: Spark
Country: Libya
Closing date: 30 Sep 2013

Position: BST Trainer Libya SPARK Office (to start up): Benghazi Entrepreneurship CentreLocation: LibyaApplication Deadline: 30th September 2013Type/Duration of Appointment: 24 days in total

SPARK is a growing, young, dynamic development NGO with 100 staff members in offices in Amsterdam, Belgrade, Bujumbura, Juba, Kigali, Monrovia, Mitrovica, Pristina and Ramallah. SPARK develops higher education and entrepreneurship, so that young ambitious people are empowered to lead their post-conflict society into prosperity.

SPARK is achieving its mission by organizing business plan competitions, business skills training, SME coaching & mentoring, business incubation, SME financing, intensive higher vocational summer courses, curriculum development and quality assurance at universities and higher vocational education institutions.

Terms of Reference – ToT Business Growth Training, Libya

Background & Purpose

In December 2012, DFID awarded a 14-month grant for the Benghazi Entrepreneurship Centre to support both young aspiring entrepreneurs and existing businesses with a view to creating employment opportunities for youth in Eastern Libya.

Through four business plan competitions (BPCs), the BEC will select promising business concepts and support their creators with Business Skills Training, coaching and mentoring services, with the aim to help them establish or grow their businesses. Finalists in the growth BPC receive targeted training modules that fit their specific needs. Training will be delivered to beneficiaries by both staff of the BEC and local external trainers.

Development of training material targeting existing entrepreneurs shall be based on SPARK’s own approach. The focus of this training is on existing entrepreneurs who want to develop and grow their business and enable them to expand their operations and create jobs for young Libyans. The entrepreneurs that we are targeting with this training are literate, have been operating their own business for a couple of years and are motivated in expanding and growing their activities. They have experience in running businesses. The training is supposed to help them identify their business’ strengths and weaknesses, identify the market’s opportunities for them to grow in and the threats and challenges that they will be facing. In addition, this training aims at giving them a more comprehensive view of what is growth, how it can be accomplished and managed. The trainees are expected to come up, at the end of the training, with a SWOT analysis, and / or a balance scorecard to support them, in a more practical way, develop their business.

In general, the training will consist of the following topics covered in +/- 3 days and including very practical and hands-on exercises: 1. What is growth;2. How to accomplish growth;3. How to manage growth;4. SWOT/Balance scorecard;5. Personalized business expansion roadmap.

At the end of this training period, the trainer should be able to identify the weaknesses of the trainees in the different business management areas (i.e. marketing, human resources, finance, etc...) in order to provide an additional 1 to 2 days in depth specific training sessions.

Scope:

The current assignment is to:• Contribute to the development of SPARK’s Business Growth training materials (power point and trainers manual) including practical group and individual exercises that will help trainees in identifying their strengths and weaknesses and develop a sound expansion plan;• Familiarize the core staff of the BEC (Project Director, Training Coordinator, Project Coordinator and Controller) and local external trainers with the training modules and instruct them to the effective use for ToT of local experts and delivery to project beneficiaries;• To make necessary contextual adaptations to the training material (powerpoints and trainers’ manual); fine tuning of Arabic language versions of training material; development or adaptation of examples, exercises or cases studies fitting with the local context.

The assignment deliverables are to be provided as following:• Contribution to development of Business Growth training materials during a 10 day workday period;• BEC staff and project beneficiaries training session during a ten days workday mission of the contracted consultant to Libya, to take place in October 2013.

Tasks & Responsibilities:

Develop SPARK Business Growth training materials (trainer’s manual, trainees’ handouts and powerpoints) in line with SPARK Quality Assurance procedure in English and Arabic• Develop a trainer’s guideline to identify trainees’ business management weaknesses based on SPARK approach;• Provide targeted and tailored ToT-training to BEC core staff and SPARK local trainers in Benghazi;• Provide the Business Growth training to growth oriented entrepreneurs;• Cover both content and didactical principles;• Adapt training materials to Libyan context and deliver these in ready to use form to BEC staff;• Provide a final assignment report.

Debriefing & Reporting:

Reporting takes place during the mission through daily debriefing by email to SPARK (Karen Blanken and Mazen Al Kassem). Within 10 days of completion of the mission, a concise report, including key observations and recommendations is to be submitted.

Results:

• Business Growth training for existing entrepreneurs developed and fine-tuned in Arabic and English;• Business Growth training materials contextualized for Libya, including relevant business cases and examples;• Business Growth training conducted in Libya to BEC staff, SPARK local experts and business growth oriented entrepreneurs.

Time Frame:

Deadline for application: September 30th 2013Start of assignment: beginning of October 2013Training has to be conducted from 7 – 17th October 2013

Remuneration:

The contractor does not enter the SPARK employment scheme. The contractor is responsible for all additional expenses related to the remuneration, e.g. taxes, pension fees etc.

Remuneration for the assignment is € 400 euro/day (gross). The assignment covers a ten days curriculum development, ten day mission, three days for preparation and one day for reporting / debriefing (total 24 days).

The following work related will be covered:• Accommodation in Benghazi;• Per diem during the mission;• Visa cost;• International travel costs will be reimbursed to a maximum of the regular economy class air fare between the consultant’s permanent residence and Benghazi upon submission of an original invoice.

How to apply:

To apply, email your CV and letter of motivation in English to vacancy[at]spark-online.org with Reference: BST Trainer Libya.For further information about the vacancy, contact Karen Blanken at tel. +31 (0)20 7530277.

Organization: Mercy Corps
Country: Libya
Closing date: 22 Nov 2013

Background:

Displacement continues to affect a significant proportion of the Libyan population, with a recent estimate placing the number of internally displaced people (IDPs) at approximately 74,000.[1] IDPs are necessarily more vulnerable to human rights abuses and neglect. More concretely, displacement of a group, family or individual often results in a number of interlinked protection concerns encompassing access to shelter, food and services, as well as lack of security and mobility, and family separation. Implementing an effective response is challenging in the current Libyan context. This is especially so because government leadership of social protection service provision is still developing. Moreover, national level protection policy is weak; moving toward a more robust protection framework requires both comprehensive alignment with international standards, as well as effective and consistent implementation at all levels.

Purpose / Project Description:

Mercy Corps intends to address local weaknesses in government protection mechanisms by supporting the key Libyan state humanitarian assistance agency, LibAid, to institutionalize a strengthened capacity to collect and analyze data on the protection environment for displaced, conflict-affected and other vulnerable groups and to address identified protection risks and needs. This support will be delivered through a capacity building strategy developed jointly with LibAid leadership. The joint development and commitment to the strategy by both Mercy Corps and LibAid will maximize the potential of the capacity building support provided by Mercy Corps to have an impact not only at the level of individual staff, but also at an institutional level. The formulation of the joint strategy also ensures that all of the capacity building activities included in the strategy can be approached in a cohesive fashion, with a consistent approach.

Consultant Objectives:

The Consultant will contribute to the realization of the objectives of the Mercy Corps-LibAid Joint Capacity Building Strategy. The strategy incorporates activities designed to strengthen not only the protection monitoring capacities of LibAid field staff and the data entry, analysis and reporting skills of LibAid staff in the Benghazi and Tripoli offices, but also the institutional capacity to sustain the outcomes of this targeted capacity building and use it as a basis for an enhanced response to identified protection risks and needs.

More specifically, the objectives of the strategy are threefold:

1) To build the capacity of LibAid and its partner LNGOs to collect data on the protection environment for displaced and other vulnerable groups

2) To build the capacity of LibAid to analyze and present data on the protection environment for displaced and other vulnerable groups,

3) To contribute to the institutionalization of the protection of conflict-affected displaced groups by government mechanisms in Libya

The Consultant will contribute to the achievement of the third objective, by significantly increasing the capacity of LibAid staff to understand and apply relevant international standards when implementing humanitarian response/relief for conflict-affected displaced and other vulnerable groups.

Consultant Activities:

The Consultant will:

• Develop and/or identify training materials, and provide them to Mercy Corps to facilitate the approval of the training content by LibAid.
• Respond to feedback from Mercy Corps/LibAid regarding the training materials and revise the materials accordingly, if required.
• Provide information regarding the logistical requirements for the delivery of two 4-day Sphere trainings for LibAid staff and, if required, participate in a joint meeting (may be held by skype) with Mercy Corps/LibAid to contribute to the finalization of logistic arrangements for the training.
• Contribute to the design of an impact evaluation survey for training participants, by providing feedback on a draft to be produced by Mercy Corps.
• Deliver two 4-day Sphere training courses for LibAid field staff (one in Tripoli and one in Benghazi), undertaking all facilitation for the trainings (logistical support will be provided by Mercy Corps in both locations).
• Contribute to the gathering of impact monitoring and evaluation data, by facilitating the distribution and collection of impact evaluation surveys to training participants, and handing over the surveys to Mercy Corps at the conclusion of the trainings.

Consultant Deliverables:

The Consultant will:

• Develop and/or identify proposed training materials applicable to the Sphere Handbook: Humanitarian Charter and Minimum Standards in Humanitarian Response, and provide the materials to Mercy Corps/LibAid for review prior to the training. The training materials will include, but are not limited to (final content will be approved by LibAid):
  • Introduction to Sphere
  • Humanitarian Charter
  • Protection Principles
  • Explanation of Sphere Principles: WASH; Shelter and NFIs; Food Security and Nutrition; and, Health Action
  • Application of Sphere Principles in the Field (should include practical exercises)
• Deliver training materials revised in line with Mercy Corps/LibAid feedback.
• Provide a list of requirements regarding venue type/size/set up, production of training materials, stationary for participants, etc. for the delivery of two 4-day Sphere training courses.
• Provide written feedback on a draft impact evaluation survey produced by Mercy Corps in relation to the training courses, facilitate data collection and handover collected data to Mercy Corps.
• Deliver two 4-day Sphere training courses for LibAid field staff (one in Tripoli and one in Benghazi).

Timeframe / Schedule:

Activity	Deliverable	Deadline
Develop and/or identify training materials	Draft training materials provided to Mercy Corps	30 September 2013
**Mercy Corps/LibAid Activity** Review draft training materials	Feedback provided to Consultant on draft training materials	3 October 2013
Revise training materials in line with feedback from Mercy Corps/LibAid	Revised training materials provided to Mercy Corps	7 October 2013
Provide information regarding the logistical requirements for the delivery of two 4-day Sphere trainings	List of requirements regarding venue type/size/set up, production of training materials, stationary for participants, etc.	30 September 2013
**Mercy Corps/LibAid Activity** Drafting of impact evaluation survey	Draft impact evaluation survey provided to Consultant	3 October 2013
Contribute to the design of an impact evaluation survey for training participants	Written feedback on Mercy Corps’ impact evaluation survey draft	7 October 2013
1st 4-day Sphere training (14-17 October 2013)	Delivery of training; delivery of impact evaluation surveys completed by participants	Training to take place over 14-17 October 2013
2nd 4-day Sphere training (20-23 October 2013)	Delivery of training; delivery of impact evaluation surveys completed by participants	Training to take place over 20-23 October 2013

The Consultant will report to:

• The Protection Program Manager
  

The Consultant will work closely with:

• Operations Manager
  
• Mercy Corps Protection Team and Operations Team members in Tripoli and Benghazi, as required.

How to apply:

APPLY VIA URL:
http://mercycorps.silkroad.com/epostings/submit.cfm?fuseaction=app.dspjo...

Organization: Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH
Country: Libya
Closing date: 01 Oct 2013

As a federal enterprise, GIZ supports the German Government in achieving its objectives in the field of international cooperation for sustainable development.

For our operations in Libya/Tripoli, we are looking for a/an Short-term Expert in Health Information Management Systems (HMIS)

Field of activityWithin the framework of EUNIDA, a grouping of EU Member State implementing agencies, GIZ International Services is managing the EU Libya Health Systems Strengthening Programme.

1) BackgroundThe Libyan health care delivery system reflects past systemic imbalances and the impact of the civil war. Weakened health services are largely deficient in their capacity to attend to the needs of the population. The increased prevalence of mental disorders and physical disabilities –a consequence of the conflict– further exacerbate the situation.

The overall objective of the EU-LHSS programme is to improve efficiency, effectiveness and quality of health service delivery in Libya. The purpose of this action is to strengthen strategic planning, financing as well as management and quality of health service delivery through targeted reforms and pilot interventions.

2) The EU-LHSS programme is articulated around three result areas:

Result One Strategic Planning, Health Financing and Capacity Strengthened: National health strategy, related policies and action plans developed; health financing options identified; provider payment mechanisms reviewed; and capacity of the Ministry of Health and Health Professionals Associations strengthened at all levels.

Result Two Health Service Delivery and Quality of Health Care: Health Service Package successfully rolled out in pilot areas; options for public private partnerships identified; quality of outcomes framework and accreditation standards developed and selected quality improvements reported.

Result Three Workforce Planning, Development and Management: Recruitment and retention targets in place; pre-service and in-service training needs assessed and partially addressed through targeted training and partnerships with training institutions; curricula upgraded and standardised; licensing standards and management tools developed and rolled out in pilot areas.

3) Objectives of the mission

3.1 General objective of the mission

The Short-Term Expertise (STE) described in these Terms of Reference is complementary to the tasks of the long-term experts and responds to a request articulated by the Working Group (WG) on Health Service Delivery and the Ministry of Health.

The expertise mobilised will support the chair of the WG on Health Service Deliveryand the HIS De-partment of the Ministry of Health to:

• Assess existing health management information systems, recommend and implement priority strengthening initiatives to support HIS requirements of health service delivery and improvements in quality of care at primary health care and hospital level.

• Service HIS requirements for pilot-related monitoring, evaluation and operational research through pilot testing and scale-up of HIS in selected pilot sites.

3.2 Specific objectives of the mission

HIS Scoping Study

i) Assess existing Health Information Systems (HIS) in Libya including the accuracy and reliability of patient demographic and clinical data, emerging trends such as interface and interoperability risks.ii) Assess existing needs for a customized HIS at the PHCs including data needs, access, accepta-bility, usability and ease of implementation.iii) Analyse the scope for a unified and centralized system to be put in place and provide a menu of options for the operationalisation of such a plan including estimated costs, timeframe, knowledge, skills and resources required for a full roll out (turn-key).iv) Respond to requests for specialist-level advice and assistance in the area of HIS policy, strategic planning, development and implementation, training, as well as in monitoring and evaluation

Design of a HIS for data capture in selected pilot sites

i) Assess user needs and expectation of system requirements, feasibility of implementation, and ac-ceptability of adoption. ii) Assist staff from the Ministry of Health and frontline workers in selected pilot sites to develop a monitoring and evaluation (M&E) plan, including indicator development, indicator definitions and col-lection of baseline information on service provision, quality of care and logistics (medicines and medical supplies).iii) Design, develop and roll out a HIS that improves data capture, data flow, data use and storage related to health service delivery in Primary Health Care (PHC) pilots and selected quality improve-ments at PHC level. Data captured should include patient demographics, services provided, clinical management and clinical indicators, diagnosis of patients seen, utilisation rates, drug usage, staffing, administration and management.iv) Provide training, tools and capacity development to streamline data collection, data management, data analysis, reporting and utilisation.v) Apply HIS expertise to prepare evidence-based syntheses of baseline data for selected perfor-mance indicators in PHC pilots where quality improvement activities are being implemented.vi) Oversee on-going monitoring and reporting against pilot indicators and results.vii) Institute data quality assurance processes for continuous data quality monitoring.viii) Provide training, tools and capacity development to upgrade the capacity of Ministry of Health staff, in particular staff from the Regional Office, to supervise staff responsible for routine data capture and data entry; andix) Assist the Ministry of Health and frontline workers with the preparation of data summaries and reports in user-friendly, graphic manner for routine reporting and broader dissemination;.

3.3 Expected results and deliverables

HIS Scoping Study

• Situation Analysis developed
• Scoping Study developed
• One-day workshop organised for discussion of the situation analysis, the scope for a unified system and the options
• Feedback incorporated in a Workshop Report

Design of a HIS for data capture in selected pilot sites

• M&E plan developed
• Two-day workshop organised for validation of the M&E plan, proposal for roll out and plan of action in selected pilot sites at primary health care hospital level
• Feedback incorporated in a Workshop Report and final M&E plan
• Prototype HIS developed and launched in selected pilot sites
• Training and tools delivered to Ministry of Health staff and frontline workers in pilot sites to streamline data collection, data management, data analysis and utilisation
• Quality assurance processes and tools defined including guidelines for routine data capture and data entry and supervision
• One-day workshop organised to present baseline data collected
• Feedback incorporated in a Workshop Report
• Intermediate Report prepared responding to requirements outlined under headings 1) – 2) and subheadings i) – xi)
• Final Report prepared responding to requirements outlined under headings 1) – 2) and subhead-ings i) – xi) and incorporating feedback on the Intermediate Report and on the draft presented.

4) Management of the mission

4.1 Work language

The work language is English.

4.2 Responsibilities

In the absence of the Technical Assistance team and taking into account the nature of the mission (STE), the expert will report directly to the chair of the WG on Health Service Delivery and the HIS Department of the Ministry of Health.

The expert will also ensure close consultation with the Team Leader/Health Economist and chairs of other Working Groups, the Consultant (EUNIDA) and the Project Manager (the European Union).

4.3 Timetable

The duration of the mission is up to 72 working days and take place during 2014. The mission might be divided into 2-3 visits of 4-5 weeks duration each spread over a one year to allow time for training, gradual implementation and outcome assessments. The tasks to be completed by the expert in total are as follows:

• Validate the outline of the report to be submitted including projected division of tasks by each of the three missions The outline will be reviewed and confirmed by the chair of the WG on Health Service Delivery, the chair of the WG on Quality of Care and the HIS Department of the Ministry of Health and address headings 1) – 2) and subheadings i) – xi) described under section 3.2. The outline will assist all parties clarifying deliverables and expectations.
• Discuss the findings of the situation analysis, the scope for a unified HIS system and the options available.
• Conduct a workshop/meeting to validate the M&E plan, the proposal for roll out and the plan of action in selected pilot sites.
• Submit an intermediate report that should be circulated for comments amongst members of the WG on Health Service Delivery and HIS Department of the Ministry of Health, and chairs of other Working Groups (if deemed relevant).
• Provide training and tools to Ministry of Health staff and frontline workers in pilot sites to stream-line data collection, data management, data analysis and utilisation and includes working with the Champion of medical record improvement through the Quality of Care Working group.
• Launch the HIS in selected pilot sites and organise a one-day workshop to present baseline data collected.
• Provide quality assurance processes and tools including guidelines for routine data capture and data entry and supervision.
• At least three days prior to the end of each mission the expert shall deliver a report of the work accomplished during that particular mission, which should have incorporated feedback from the chair of the WG on Health Service Delivery, the chair of the WG on Quality of Care and the HIS Department of the Ministry of Health and the plans and date for the next mission.

4.4 Location of the mission

The location of the mission is Tripoli, Libya with frequent visits to Benghazi, Misrata and Sabha.

5) The expertise required

5.1 Number of experts and working days

1 STE: up to 72 working days

5.2 Profile of the expert

Experience

• A minimum of 10 years consultancy experience in facilitation of health information system strengthening, including central level coordination and systems integration, and sub-national strengthening for quality collection, analysis, dissemination and use of health information.
• Proven experience in designing, developing, implementing and maintaining information systems in order to monitor, support and evaluate large-scale programme activities.
• Proficiency in training and capacity building to enable managers and institutions to improve information systems and utilise data for decision making.
• Solid understanding of the role of HIS in supporting planning, management and evaluation.
• Experience and skills in identifying strategic information needs, collecting, analysing and synthesising data and presenting data in a succinct and user-friendly manner.
• Ability to understand and assimilate new Health Management Information Systems approaches, as well as health programme design, management and implementation approaches.
• Strong communications skills to ensure effective working relationships with government institutions, national and international working partners.
• Proven writing and editing skills, with a strong command of English and ability to convey complex ideas in a clear and direct style.
• Previous experience working with District Health Information Systems (DHIS) highly desirable.
• Working knowledge of Arabic desirable.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in health informatics, public health, systems/business analysis or business and management

6 Reports

6.1 Format and contents

The report should specifically address headings and subheadings outlined under section.

The report shall also summarise the main activities implemented, potential constraints encountered, the measures taken or to be taken (by the expert, the EU LHSS programme or the Ministry of Health) to ensure the achievement of the objectives and the expected results. Further, the report shall deliver an analysis of potential gaps with regards to the expected results as well as recommendations for the roll out of the basic health care package.

6.2 Delivery and approval of reports

A draft report will be delivered electronically to the Technical Assistance Team. All documents deliv-ered by the expert shall receive prior approval by the chair of the WG on Health Service Delivery, the chair of the WG on Quality of Care and the HIS Department of the Ministry of Health. It will further be approved by the Project Manager (the European Union) and at the Consultant (EUNIDA/GIZ).

How to apply:

If you are interested, please do not hesitate to apply until 1st October 2013 via email (CV and letter of motivation). Email: matthieu.david@giz.de;Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH

Organization: Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH
Country: Libya
Closing date: 01 Oct 2013

As a federal enterprise, GIZ supports the German Government in achieving its objectives in the field of international cooperation for sustainable development.

For our operations in Libya/Tripoli, we are looking for a/an

Short-term Expert in National Health Accounts

Field of activityWithin the framework of EUNIDA, a grouping of EU Member State implementing agencies, GIZ International Services is managing the EU Libya Health Systems Strengthening Programme.

1) BackgroundThe Libyan health care delivery system reflects past systemic imbalances and the impact of the civil war. Weakened health services are largely deficient in their capacity to attend to the needs of the population. The increased prevalence of mental disorders and physical disabilities –a consequence of the conflict– further exacerbate the situation.The overall objective of the EU-LHSS programme is to improve efficiency, effectiveness and quality of health service delivery in Libya. The purpose of this action is to strengthen strategic planning, financing as well as management and quality of health service delivery through targeted reforms and pilot interventions.

2) The EU-LHSS programme is articulated around three result areas:

Result One Strategic Planning, Health Financing and Capacity Strengthened: National health strategy, related policies and action plans developed; health financing options identified; provider payment mechanisms reviewed; and capacity of the Ministry of Health and Health Professionals Associations strengthened at all levels.

Result Two Health Service Delivery and Quality of Health Care: Health Service Package successfully rolled out in pilot areas; options for public private partnerships identified; quality of outcomes framework and accreditation standards developed and selected quality improvements reported.

Result Three Workforce Planning, Development and Management: Recruitment and retention targets in place; pre-service and in-service training needs assessed and partially addressed through targeted training and partnerships with training institutions; curricula upgraded and standardised; licensing standards and management tools developed and rolled out in pilot areas.

3) Objectives of the mission

3.1 General objective of the mission

The expertise mobilised will support the Chair and Co-chair of the Working Group on Strategic Plan-ning and Financing, the Head of the Department of Health Financing Affairs and the Head of the HIS Department of the Ministry of Health to:

• Develop the National Health Accounts according to the latest NHA methodology (SHA 2011) based on 2011 and 2012 data including Out-Of-Pocket health expenditures
• Set the basis for future NHA system development and future NHA rounds through institulisation of NHA activities within the MoH to be conducted periodically. This activity includes (i) building capacities of teams of local personnel to be able to conduct NHA exercise independently in the future and (ii) to establish channels for flow of necessary data to ensure effective implementation of NHA.

3.2 Specific objectives of the mission

1. Develop a proposal for the institutional structure responsible for the sustainable development of the National Health Accounts. This shall include the setting up of an inter-ministerial committee and a Working Group gathering various stakeholders including members of the LHSS Working Group on Strategic Planning and Financing, the Directorate of Health Financing Affairs, the HIS, and Financial Departments of the Ministry of Health, the Ministry of Finance, other related ministries and the Bureau of Statistics and Census
2. Build the capacity of members of the inter-ministerial Working Group in NHA development (includ-ing presenting and implementing the SHA 2011 methodology for the development of the NHA and NHA analysis to answer policy questions. At the end of the first NHA development process the inter-ministerial Working Group should be able to develop and carry out the next NHA round with limited external technical assistance
3. Analyze existing data and propose additional data collection exercises to fill potential gaps
4. Provide a calculation of the NHA tables according to SHA 2011 methodology
5. Interpret these tables in light of the current Libyan health policy debates and widely disseminate the results of this analysis
6. Provide advice for further institutionalisation of NHA calculation, interpretation and use of M&E for health reforms.

3.3 Expected results and deliverables

Institutional Framework Document detailing the composition and modalities of work of an inter-ministerial Committee and Working Group for NHA Development prepared and presented- Comprehensive and coherent package of capacity building activities prepared, presented and delivered to the members of the NHA taskforce based on the latest methodological guidelines- Data quality assessment prepared and presented underlining potential gaps in health expenditure available (private health expenditure, private providers, “closed-sector” health facilities etc.) - Data collection tasks identified- NHA tables prepared and presented according to the SHA 2011 methodology- Analytical report highlighting the main characteristics of the Libyan healthcare system as reflected by the national health expenditure figure and underlining most vibrant health policy issues drafted and circulated for comments- Report (separate report or sections within the main report) analysing validity of related surveys as household health expenditure and service utilisation survey and private providers’ survey.

4) Scope of Work- Establishment of the inter-ministerial committee to ensure continuous flow of necessary infor-mation- Determining data needs and its sources;- Participation and Supervising the design of necessary surveys for NHA through reviewing survey tools and methodology to guarantee collection of all necessary data with validated methodology; - Supervising/following up (might be remotely) the data collection process;- Supervising/Following up data analysis of other surveys;- Compiling and analysing NHA data and writing the final NHA report of Libya

5) Management of the mission

5.1 Work language

The work language is English

5.2 Responsibilities

The expert(s) will report directly to the Chair and Co-chair of the Working Group on Strategic Planning and Financing, the Head of the Directorate of Health Financing Affairs and/or the Head of the HIS Department of the Ministry of Health.

The expert will also ensure close consultation with the Team Leader/Health Economist, the chairs and co-chairs of other Working Groups, the Consultant (EUNIDA) and the Project Manager (the European Union).

5.3 Timetable

The duration of the mission for all experts will be of 120 man/days (including field visits and desk work) and take place over a 12 months period divided into up to 4 visits. Up to 12 days might be used by all experts as home based days for backstopping and report writing. The timetable below summarizes the detailed list of required activities. It will have to be reviewed, amended and comple-mented jointly by the Chair and Co-chair of the Working Group on Strategic Planning and Financing, the Head of the Department of Health Financing Affairs and the Head of the HIS Department of the Ministry of Health working in close consultation with the Team Leader/Health Economist and the Short Term Expert(s) for NHA as part of the initial visit.

The table below assumes that additional data collection activities will be necessary to achieve a com-plete NHA exercise within one year. This is especially the case for private health expenditure, which will probably require a Household Health Expenditure Survey.

As a result, the timeline includes an optional component: if it is possible to proceed with the quantity and quality of data available or easily collectable (such as hospital functions) then a first attempt at calculating and analyzing available data should take place during the first quarter of 2014. Otherwise, this calculation will be postponed to the second and quarter of 2014 when more information is availa-ble.

Deriving from the above timeline, it is possible to suggest the following schedule for (at least) 4 visits of the international expert:

• First visit during 2013: inception visit, set-up of the institutional framework
• Second visit during 2013/2014: presentation of phase 1 findings
• First visit during 2014: presentation of the first calculation based on limited data

• Fourth visit during 2014: presentation of final results and further capacity building

• Within one week following the arrival of the expert in country, the expert shall submit and validate the outline of a report. The outline will be validated by the Chair and Co-chair of the Working Group on Strategic Planning and Financing, the Head of the Department of Health Financing Af-fairs and the Head of the HIS Department of the Ministry of Health working in close consultation with the Team Leader/Health Economist. The outline will address tasks described under the sub-headings 1-6 of section 3.2 and the timeline above. The outline will assist all parties clarifying de-liverables and expectations. It will contain, as an annex, the structure of mission reports due at the end of each mission to Libya.

• Three days prior to the end of each mission the expert shall deliver a short report on the out-comes of the mission, tasks performed, data gathered or analysed, challenges encountered and the timeliness of the deliverables.
• Within six months, the expert shall deliver an Intermediate Report, which should be circulated for comments amongst members of the Inter-ministerial Committee and receive comments at least from the Chair and Co-chair of the Working Group on Strategic Planning and Financing, the Head of the Department of Health Financing Affairs and the Head of the HIS Department of the Ministry of Health working in close consultation with the Team Leader/Health Economist.
• At least three days prior to the end of the mission the expert shall deliver a Final Report, which should have incorporated feedback from members of the Inter-ministerial Committee the Chair and Co-chair of the Working Group on Strategic Planning and Financing, the Head of the Depart-ment of Health Financing Affairs, the Head of the HIS Department of the Ministry of Health and the Team Leader/Health Economist.

5.4 Location of the mission

The location of the mission is Tripoli, Libya.

6) The expertise required

6.1 Number of experts and working days

1 STE: up to 120 man/days divided to 3 – 4 visits. It might be possible to have more than one expert for that mission. In this case the expert A will act a team leader for the mission and both of them have to submit a proposal for the mission clarifying responsibilities and deliverables of each of them in addition of their CVs. Expert A should be of category A with a minimum of least 10 years of practical experience in conducting NHA studies.

6.2 Profile of the expert

Experience

• A minimum of 10 years progressively responsible professional work experience in public sector governance and public finance management
• A minimum of 7 years international experience in developing National Health Accounts
• Certification and previous experience in applying the latest NHA development methodology (SHA 2011), as attested by track record and the attendance to specific WHO training seminars
• Proven writing and editing skills, with a strong command of English and ability to convey complex ideas in a creative, clear, direct and lively style

Qualifications

• Masters Degree in Public Financial Management, Health Economics, Health Financing, Statistics or equivalent.

7) Reports

7.1 Format and contents

The Outline, Intermediate and Final Reports should specifically address subheadings 1-6 out-lined under section 3.2 and the timeline above.

The reports shall also summarise the main activities implemented, potential constraints encountered, the measures taken or to be taken (by the expert, the EU LHSS programme or the Ministry of Health) to ensure the achievement of the objectives and the expected results. Further, the report shall deliver an analysis of potential gaps with regards to the expected results as well as recommendations.

Shorter reports will be prepared at the end of each mission. They will have a simpler structure and reflect on the outcomes of the mission, tasks performed, data gathered or analysed, challenges en-countered and the timeliness of the deliverables.

7.2 Delivery and approval of reports

Draft reports will be delivered electronically to the Technical Assistance Team. All documents deliv-ered by the expert shall receive prior approval by detailed list of required activities. They will be re-viewed by the members of the Inter-ministerial Working Group and receive comments at least from the Chair and Co-chair of the Working Group on Strategic Planning and Financing, the Head of the De-partment of Health Financing Affairs and the Head of the HIS Department of the Ministry of Health working in close consultation with the Team Leader/Health Economist. Reports will further be ap-proved by the Project Manager (the European Union) and the Consultant (EUNIDA/GIZ).

How to apply:

If you are interested, please do not hesitate to apply until 1st October 2013 via email (CV and letter of motivation). Email: matthieu.david@giz.de;Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH

Organization: Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH
Country: Libya
Closing date: 20 Sep 2013

As a federal enterprise, GIZ supports the German Government in achieving its objectives in the field of international cooperation for sustainable development.

For our operations in Libya/Tripoli, we are looking for a/an

Short-term expert to develop National Emergency Obstetrics and Newborn Care (EmONC) Protocols and conduct an assessment of Maternity and new-born services in two hospitals

Field of activity

Within the framework of EUNIDA, a grouping of EU Member State implementing agencies, GIZ International Services is managing the EU Libya Health Systems Strengthening Programme.

1) Background

The Libyan health care delivery system reflects past systemic imbalances and the impact of the civil war. Weakened health services are largely deficient in their capacity to attend to the needs of the population. The increased prevalence of mental disorders and physical disabilities –a consequence of the conflict– further exacerbate the situation. The overall objective of the EU-LHSS programme is to improve efficiency, effectiveness and quality of health service delivery in Libya. The purpose of this action is to strengthen strategic planning, financing as well as management and quality of health service delivery through targeted reforms and pilot interventions.

The EU-LHSS programme is articulated around three result areas:

Result One Strategic Planning, Health Financing and Capacity Strengthened: National health strategy, related policies and action plans developed; health financing options identified; provider payment mechanisms reviewed; and capacity of the Ministry of Health and Health Professionals Associations strengthened at all levels.

Result Two Health Service Delivery and Quality of Health Care: Health Service Package successfully rolled out in pilot areas; options for public private partnerships identified; quality of outcomes framework and accreditation standards developed and selected quality improvements reported.

Result Three Workforce Planning, Development and Management: Recruitment and retention targets in place; pre-service and in-service training needs assessed and partially addressed through targeted training and partnerships with training institutions; curricula upgraded and standardised; licensing standards and management tools developed and rolled out in pilot areas.

2) Emergency Obstetrics and Newborn Care (EmONC)

The overall objective of EmONC support to the Ministry of Health (MoH) through the EU/LHSS pro-gramme is to improve the efficiency, effectiveness and quality of in-service education to physicians, midwives and nurses who provide maternal and neonatal health care.

The purpose of this action would be to establish a sustainable and focused in-service education pro-gramme in Emergency Obstetrical and Neonatal Care based on updated evidence-based government guidelines and protocols.

3) Objectives of the mission

3.1 General Objective of the Mission

The Short-Term Expertise (STE) described in these Terms of Reference is complementary to the tasks of Long Term Experts and the Short Term Expert for Quality of Care and responds to a request articulated by the Chair, Co-chair and members of the Working Group for Quality of Care.

The expertise mobilised will support the Chair, Co-chair and members of the Working Group for Quali-ty of Care to:

• To develop national guidelines and protocols for Emergency Maternal Obstetrics and Newborn Care (EmONC)
• To develop a plan to strengthen the capacity of health professionals to provide Emergency Obstetrics and Newborn Care
• To conduct one two-day OJT (on-job-training) on a relevant topic (e.g. Helping Babies Breathe or AMTSL (Active Management of the Third Stage of Labor) to demonstrate new processes in train-ing staff.

3.2 Specific Objectives of the Mission

i) Design an EmONC in-Service Training Programme ii) Develop National Emergency Obstetric and Neonatal Guidelines and Protocols iii) Prepare a report based on the assessment of two hospitals to introduce best practices related to the EmONC guidelines and protocols iv) Organise a National Consultative Workshop to present the Draft National Emergency Obstetric and Neonatal Guidelines and Protocols and an action plan for implementation using two as a plat-form for implementation v) Conduct one two-day training on a topic related to the new Emergency Obstetric and Neonatal Guidelines and Protocols (e.g. Helping Babies Breathe or Active Management of the Third Stage of Labour)

Expected Results and Deliverables

• National Emergency Obstetric and Neonatal Guidelines and Protocols developed
• Proposed plan to strengthen capacity of physicians, midwives, and nurses to provide emergency maternal and neonatal care at two hospitals delivered
• Consultative Workshop organised
• OJT on a topic from EmONC guidelines and protocols to demonstrate new procedures and pro-cesses in training and develop competency in one content area.

4) Management of the Mission

4.1 Work language

The work language is English.

4.2 Responsibilities

The expert will report directly to the Chair and Co-chair of the Working Group on Quality of Care.

The expert will also ensure close consultation with the Short Term Expert for Quality of Care, the Team Leader/Health Economist, the Consultant (EUNIDA) and the Project Manager (the European Union).

A Task Force may be established to guide the development of national guidelines and protocols for emergency obstetrics and newborn care and related training curriculums. The Task Force will report to the Chair of the Working Group on Quality of Care.

4.3 Timetable

The duration of the mission will be of 24 person/days and take place during the period of time from 21 October to 30 November 2013. There may be follow-up missions identified according to the re-sults of the STE. The tasks for the expert are as follows:

• Conduct assessment visits to two hospitals.
• Gather information needed to strengthen capacity of health professionals to provide emergency obstetrics and newborn care and submit the outline of the report. The outline will be validated by the Chair of the Working Group on Quality of Care and address tasks outlined under the subhead-ings i) – v) described under section 3.2. The outline will assist all parties in clarifying deliverables and expectations.
• Develop draft national guidelines for Emergency Obstetrics and Neonatal Care.
• Participate in a National Consultative Workshop to present the draft guidelines and protocols.
• Incorporate feedback gathered into the draft guidelines and protocols and conduct one two-day OJT training on a topic from EmONC Guidelines and Protocols.
• At least one day prior to the end of the mission the expert shall deliver a final report, which should have incorporated feedback from the Chair of the Working Group on Quality of Care.

4.4 Location of the Mission

The location of the work is based on the decision of which two hospitals are identified for strengthen-ing capacity of health professionals to provide emergency obstetrics and newborn care and potentially become EmONC training centres. In all likelihood, one hospital will be the Maternity Hospital in Tripoli and the other will be the new maternity hospital in Benghazi.

5) The Expertise Required

5.1 Number of experts and working days

1 STE for 24 working days .

5.2 Profile of the Expert

Experience

• At least 10 years clinical experience with 5 years working experience in developing and mentor-ing health professionals and at least 3 years leadership experience in the strategic planning and implementation of Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH) programmes
• Proven experience in developing SRH and EmNOC quality and rights-based service standards self-assessment tools, clinical guidelines, protocols, algorithms and other clinical support tools (work published or submitted for publication)
• Demonstrated solid experience in curriculum design including adult learning theory and training of master trainers and service providers in field of Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH) and emergency obstetric care
• Proven experience in leading knowledge sharing and knowledge management activities in the field of Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH) and emergency obstetric care and/or in process, impact, and outcome evaluations of SRH programmes

Qualifications

• University degree in Midwifery, Nursing or Medical Sciences (MD, MBBS) with a focus on repro-ductive health, obstetric, public health, social medicine or equivalent
• Master’s degree and/or doctoral degree in Public Health (MPH) or other related field
• Strong clinical skills in midwifery, nursing or obstetrics and gynaecology including management of complicated and normal birth, counselling, antenatal care, postpartum, management of infectious diseases including HIV, post-partum and post-abortion care, post-abortion care and primary care. Clinical skills in the context of low to medium resource countries strongly preferred
• Recognized expertise in curriculum development, training techniques and performance evaluation
• Demonstrated capacity building skills including coaching, mentoring and training stakeholders
• Proven facilitation and collaboration skills working with multi-level stakeholders, including tech-nical and subject matter experts, local partners and researchers
• Capacity to articulate and address issues that facilitate implementation and sustainability of effective SRH programmes
• Strong decision-making skills and results-oriented approach
• Expert knowledge of SRH/EmONC best practices

• Strong decision-making skills and results-orientation

• Excellent communication and negotiation skills

• Knowledge of the Libyan health care landscape at national and local level desirable

• Regional experience in the Middle East and North Africa desirable
• Fluent in English and knowledge of Arabic an asset

6) Reports

6.1 Format and contents

The report should specifically address subheadings i) – v) outlined under section 3.2. The report shall include a list of background documents gathered, copy of the National Emergency Obstetric and Neonatal Guidelines and Protocols, the assessment of two hospitals, the analysis of feedback gathered from the consultative workshop, and the outline of a curriculum for training physicians and midwives in the use of the newly developed EmONC guideline as an appendix.

The report shall also summarise the main activities implemented, potential constraints encountered, the measures taken or to be taken to ensure the achievement of the objectives and the expected re-sults. Further, the report shall deliver an analysis of potential gaps with regards to the expected results as well as recommendations for the implementation of the EU/LHSS programme related to strengthening the capacity of health professionals to provide emergency obstetrics and newborn care.

6.2 Delivery and approval of reports

A draft report will be delivered electronically to the Technical Assistance Team. All documents deliv-ered by the expert shall receive prior approval by the Chair and Co-chair of the Working Group on Quality of Care, working in close consultation with the Short Term Expert on Quality of Care and other Working Group members. The report will further be approved by the Project Manager (the European Union) and the Consultant (EUNIDA/GIZ).

A Task Force may be established to guide the development of national guidelines and protocols for emergency obstetrics and newborn care and related training curriculums. The Task Force will also review and comment on the report. Feedback will be transmitted through the Chair of the Working Group on Quality of Care.

How to apply:

If you are interested, please do not hesitate to apply until 20th September 2013 via email (CV and letter of motivation).

Email: matthieu.david@giz.de ;

Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH