Humanitarian Support Professional (HSP), Public Health Promoter/ Community Mobiliser

Closes: 31 July 2011

Salary: £23,090 - £29,954 net* per annum (net = take home pay. Oxfam will meet the tax and social security liabilities of the post-holder in addition to net salary).

Contract type: Open-ended position

Location: home-based with deployments globally; likely to be away from home for 9 months per year

NB: This is an unaccompanied post.

Please submit CVs in English.

OXFAM PURPOSE: To work with others to overcome poverty and suffering.

TEAM PURPOSE: Oxfam's Public Health team provides advice and support to the Humanitarian Department, Regional Management Centres and country programmes to enable them to respond effectively and appropriately when implementing humanitarian water, sanitation , health and hygiene (WASH) programmes.

JOB PURPOSE: To work with others to support communities affected by emergencies, mobilising them to act to protect themselves from threats to their life, health and dignity.

REPORTING LINES:Post holder reports to: To an Oxford based Public Health Adviser. While overseas, HSPs are line managed by the relevant programme manager and task managed by health advisers. Staff reporting to this post: Includes staff working in health promotion and community mobilisation in the country to which the HSP is deployed.

BUDGET RESPONSIBILITY: may be responsible for tracking sectoral expenditure and providing budget forecasts.

BACKGROUND: Oxfam is committed to providing timely humanitarian assistance to those affected by conflict and natural disasters and to increasing programme impact by strengthening the effectiveness and accountability of our humanitarian work.

The Humanitarian Department in the International Division provides advice and support to regions on humanitarian programming, including Disaster Risk Reduction, preparedness and response and post emergency recovery. Support with management and administrative services is also provided to enable country and regional offices to mount major operational relief programmes.

HSP's are deployed by the Humanitarian Department from their home base to work in Oxfam's humanitarian programmes around the world. While the length of each deployment will vary, the post holder is likely to be working in field programmes for at least nine months in each year.

Oxfam's public health interventions focus on WASH and the post holder will lead and manage field base Public Health Promoters who work closely with communities, assisting them to be active partners in Oxfam's WASH programmes.

Key Responsibilities

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:The post holder may be required to do some or all of the following during deployments, depending on the context.

Support for Public Health initiatives in Oxfam's Humanitarian response programmes

1. As part of a multi disciplinary team, carry out rapid and ongoing assessments of the public health risks faced by communities affected by emergencies. Make recommendations for response interventions which are consistent with Oxfam's policies and guidelines.

2. Identify and assess the current resources and capacity of national counterparts, humanitarian agencies and government authorities to respond to the public health needs arising from the emergency. Identify any unmet needs likely to present risks to the health of the affected population.

3. Lead and task manage a team of national and international public health promoters to Implement and monitor appropriate health promotion interventions in emergency contexts. Budget design and tracking for sectoral activities is part of the remit of the team leader.

4. Implement health promotion initiatives appropriate to the context. This will involve working in close collaboration with engineering colleagues to ensure that technical and social aspects of water and sanitation and malaria control programming are closely integrated and with food security and livelihoods colleagues to maximise the potential for cohesive programming.

5. Involve women and men in the affected populations in the assessment, planning, implementation and monitoring of public health activities and play a key role in ensuring that communities are informed and consulted about Oxfam's work and have opportunities to give their views on, and influence programme activities.

6. Work with others to ensure that gender, protection and HIV mainstreaming issues are addressed in public health initiatives.

7. Contribute towards planning and proposal writing in order to provide clear objectives and establish indicators for monitoring and evaluating the programme including indicators relating to participation and gender.

Capacity Building

8. Recruit and supervise public health promotion staff when on deployment. This may involve the writing of job profiles, work schedules, objective setting and appraisals.

9. Build the capacity of Oxfam staff and partners through mentoring and coaching , on the job supervision and informal and formal training. Contribute to the joint facilitation of inter-agency training initiatives where appropriate.

Programme Learning and Reporting

10. Write regular reports adhering to OGB reporting formats at intervals to be decided by the programme co-ordinator. A short final report is required at the end of each deployment.

11. Document and disseminate good practice examples from programme deployments.

Coordination and representation

12. Act, on occasion, as the local project manager coordinating public health activities within Oxfam and with external agencies. Share good practice examples from Oxfam PH programmes at inter-agency coordination meetings.

13. Represent OGB to other agencies and authorities, including the WASH cluster where this is operating, and if appropriate provide briefings to Oxfam staff and supporters and to the media in agreement with the local manager, the Oxfam Humanitarian Department and Media Office.

Contributing to programme quality standards

14. Ensure that work aims to meet Sphere Standards and adheres to Oxfam's emergency guidelines and protocols.

15. Ensure that all work is carried out in a way that is sensitive to community needs and promotes the full and equal participation of women.

16. Be familiar with and abide by Oxfam's Code of Conduct and other regulatory codes such as the Red Cross Code of Conduct, Partners in Aid Code, Oxfam International protocols and the Inter- agency Field Co-operation Protocol.

17. Contribute to programme reviews and evaluations where appropriate.

When not on assignment, the post holder will:

1. Undertake written assignments and research work to document experience and build up institutional learning on aspects of emergencies, as requested.

2 . Undertake public speaking, media work and training on humanitarian work as requested.

3. Deputise for Oxford based public health advisers as appropriate and in discussion with the team coordinator.

Skills and Competence

Essential:

1. Graduate qualification or equivalent in one of the following, or a related discipline: social sciences, environmental or public health, community development.

2. Substantial overseas experience of which a considerable part should involve recent experience of Public Heath emergencies.

3. Ability to work in a participative way with communities; strong counterpart/ training skills

4. Strong assessment, analytical and planning skills.

5. Experience of task managing small teams and of training and capacity building.

6. Good communication and interpersonal skills. Sensitivity to cultural differences and the ability to work in a variety of cultural contexts and communicate with a diverse range of people .

7. Sound understanding of the importance of gender and participation in programme implementation; sensitive to the needs of displaced and disadvantaged populations.

8. Committed to humanitarian principles and minimum standards for Humanitarian response

9. Good spoken and written English; demonstrated ability to learn another language. Ideally the candidates should be able to communicate fluently in at least one of the following languages: French or Spanish.

Desirable:

1. Ability to work effectively under stress in emergency situations, in a leadership role and/or as part of a team. Experience of having led or coordinated inter-agency initiatives would be an advantage.

2. Ability to work effectively independently with minimal support on research assignments in line with Terms of Reference provided.

3. Familiarity with a range of computer programmes.


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This job description is not incorporated in the employment contract. It is intended as a guide and should not be viewed as an inflexible specification as it may be varied from time to time in the light of strategic developments and following discussion with the post holder. The post holder will be expected to work to agreed objectives which should facilitate the achievement of the key responsibilities in accordance with the performance review process
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Humanitarian Support Personnel - Policy & Advocacy

SALARY: £23,090 - £29,954 GBP net per annum, equivalent to £30,676 - £40,624 GBP UK gross (Net = take home pay. Oxfam will meet the tax and social security liabilities of post-holder in addition to net salary) Oxfam offers a wide range of benefits, including over 43 days holiday/TOIL per year, pension and medical cover, living and accommodation costs covered during deployments. This post is unaccompanied. Location: Various worldwide Contract: Open-ended Hours: Full-time - 36 hours per week Closing Date: 25th July 2011 Interview Date: 5th August 2011 Humanitarian Support Personnel (HSPs) are a pool of professionals that ensure Oxfam has the management, technical and logistical capacity to establish a presence and to respond rapidly to major humanitarian emergencies anywhere in the world. All CV's must be submitted in English. OXFAM PURPOSE: To work with others to overcome poverty and suffering DIVISION PURPOSE:The Campaign and Policy Division's purpose is to: · lead Oxfam's global campaigns · build Oxfam as a Global Campaigning Force; · support programme learning and development; · help develop Oxfam policy on what we do and say to ensure policies are informed by our experience. We will address gender equity in all of our work. TEAM PURPOSE:The Humanitarian and Security Team lead political advocacy in Oxfam's conflict and humanitarian campaigning. This involves developing cutting-edge analysis to inform our campaigning, frequent high-level contact with decision makers, and providing strategic direction to our public response to conflicts and natural disasters. The team links closely with other departments in the Campaigns and Policy Division, the Humanitarian Department, our offices overseas, other Oxfam International affiliates and external allies. JOB PURPOSE: To be deployed to support teams in-country to ensure the integration of advocacy into emergency programme response. Support and deliver national and global advocacy whilst ensuring Oxfam's advocacy strategy and messaging are sufficiently informed by, linked to and prioritised by the programme. Key Responsibilities For each deployment, specific Terms of Reference will be negotiated and agreed with relevant parties, prior to, and possibly revised in the early stages of the deployment. Deployments will be to humanitarian situations (either conflict or natural disaster or complex emergencies) or sometimes to Oxfam's international advocacy offices. Priority will be given to rapid-onset emergencies but deployments may also be at later stages. Policy issues will cover protection and assistance and are likely to cover some of the following in any given deployment: protection of civilians, including peacekeeping and international humanitarian law principles; quality and quantity of humanitarian assistance including humanitarian access, equity, donor performance, humanitarian coordination, and water and sanitation policy. 1. Analysis of context, problems and solutions (other than Oxfam's programme response) to addressing a new onset crisis, building on assessment information gathered by the programme. Deployment into a more mature programme would require updating of the same. 2. Be the main in-country resource for producing policy and advocacy messages and papers, in consultation with programme staff, and generating analysis and information from colleagues and programme beneficiaries and other players. Generate policy papers, confidential lobby briefs to inform in-country, regional and global advocacy actions, and advice to media and campaign colleagues, as part of the delivery of the advocacy strategy 3. In-country representation and lobbying with UN, donors, government officials, in agreement with management line in terms of division of labour 4. Vigorous networking to continually inform, challenge, and improve advocacy messaging and tactics, investing in relationships and attending meetings. 5. Act as or support the policy lead for the crisis for Oxfam GB and for Oxfam International (OI) when Oxfam GB is the lead affiliate, coordinating an OI crisis campaign group - through telcons around strategy, messaging, short term actions/tactics, and sign off. 6. Provide initial topline advocacy strategy for first 1 month if deployed at the onset of an emergency, and a 3-6 months strategy depending on dynamics of the context and based on more in depth assessment of who has influence to change and how Oxfam can influence, when and with whom. 7. Work with programme team to ensure integration of advocacy into planning, and providing training and capacity-building as necessary. Work to establish systems for longer-term post holder where agreed. Work with programme colleagues in such a way to enable an efficient handover at the end of deployment. 8. Working with programme and advocacy teams to assess and advise on risk management within advocacy strategies. 9. Manage or coordinate with media and communication/information colleagues in country. 10. Ensure that all advocacy clearly articulates a gender perspective to messaging and tactics. The post-holder can expect to spend almost all their working time (excluding annual leave) on deployment, with some short periods in Oxford or at their home base between deployments. When not on deployment the post holder will; § Undertake tasks or research normally in Oxford as designated by Humanitarian Adviser (Conflict) - this may be ongoing support to the crisis from Oxford or work on other crisis, and/or inputting into global projects, or documenting lessons learnt and contributing to institutional learning. § Undertake public speaking and media work on emergency work as requested. Provide cover for Oxford based colleagues when necessary. Skills and Competence Essential 1. Proven practical experience of emergency and development work with a mature understanding of context, dilemmas, challenges and ways of working. Experience can be in programme but with a track record in policy/advocacy. 2. Proven understanding of key global humanitarian issues, institutions and policy debates. 3. Experience of influencing government, donors and other organisations through representation and/or advocacy. 4. Strong analytical ability and ability to crystallise issues in complex situations 5. Ability to think strategically and beyond the local/country context 6. Excellent communication skills, verbal and written. 7. Training and capacity building skills and ability to support programme staff to take on advocacy work. 8. Sensitivity to cultural differences, and the ability to work in a wide variety of cultural contexts. 9. Excellent inter-personal and teamwork skills and a proven ability to build good relations both internally and externally. 10. Thorough understanding of and active commitment to promoting gender equity issues and the interests of marginalised people in all advocacy related work. 11. Fluency in spoken and written English 12. Willingness to travel at short notice, and often in difficult circumstances, spending almost all working time on deployment. Desirable 13. Other languages would be an advantage, especially French though Spanish and Arabic may be useful

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Emergency Food Security & Livelihoods Specialists - Afghanistan, Horn, East & Central Africa, etc

Locations: Afghanistan; Various locations in Horn, East and Central Africa, including Ethiopia, South Sudan, Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Kenya; etc

Closing Date: 11th August 2011

Contract type: 3 - 6 months

Hours: Full-time

Salary: £20,018 - £26,837 Net. Net = take home pay. Oxfam will meet the tax and social security liabilities of post-holder in addition to net salary.

Hard to Work Allowance (depending on location): £3,000 net p.a. pro rata to the contract length

ALL C.V.'s MUST BE SUBMITTED IN ENGLISH

This is a preparedness measure for emergency response. Due to the rapid scale up we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. We will only contact those short-listed for the position and may appoint prior to the closing date.

Oxfam GB is recruiting for skilled and experienced EFSL Specialists to enable Oxfam to respond quickly to emergency food security and livelihood needs in countries suffering from drought and food crises. The work may involve assessments of the situation and the implementation of EFSL programmes required to alleviate the plight of the people affected by these emergencies.

OXFAM PURPOSE: To work with others to overcome poverty and suffering.

EFSL TEAM PURPOSE: The objectives of Oxfam GB's EFSL work are to assist people that are prone to, or affected by, humanitarian crisis:-

· to prevent acute malnutrition by helping them to meet their immediate, minimum food needs

· to protect, diversify and recover their livelihoods

JOB PURPOSE: To manage, coordinate and lead in the implementation of Oxfam's EFSL current responses.

As one of the first in the field in this humanitarian crisis, you will assess EFSL to gain a better understanding of the livelihoods of host communities and displaced populations and measuring the impact of the influx on nutrition, food security, livelihoods and markets. You will be responsible to design and implement an appropriate response in line with the Oxfam GB Humanitarian Department and the Regional EFSL Advisor.

Working closely with Oxfam GB HSPs, country and partner staff, other emergency organisations and the communities involved, you'll have to monitor the humanitarian situation in terms of food security and livelihoods, attend relevant meetings and liaise with other agencies / organisations to ensure information flow and coordination for the sector.

And the challenge doesn't end there. You'll also have an important part to play in training up other Oxfam GB staff, writing proposals and contributing to budget developments. Also at every stage, whether you're leading our aid efforts, or working as part of a team, you'll find yourself making life-changing decisions in what can often be very difficult circumstances.

Key Responsibilities

· Support the assessment, design, planning, setting-up and implementation of the EFSL component of the response programme in the area of deployment.

· Identify EFSL response options against context, scenario and programme objectives, and provide guidance and support for appropriate response.

· Map their links to longer-term programming where appropriate, and ensure whenever possible integration with the proposed WASH and advocacy interventions.

· Support the teams plan for scale up - in close coordination with logistics, finance, admin, HR, funding team and other OI/agencies as relevant. This includes proposal development where appropriate.

· Support in the recruitment of further EFSL support staff, as necessary.

· Work on ensuring that support service procedures necessary for the identified EFSL response are in place.

· Train and lead livelihoods staff in EFSL assessment, situational analysis and response option identification either as appropriate.

· Assist the livelihoods teams in analyzing field and secondary data, feeding the relevant information to the HC, PM, Past Programme Manager and the EFSL advisor in the region.

· Provide clear choice of options, evidence-based advice and solutions to the HC, PM and SMT.

· Ensure quality and relevance of response options selected and implemented

· Monitor the humanitarian situation in terms of Food Security and Livelihoods, including particular attention to market monitoring in cash-based responses.

· Ensure a do-no-harm approach is taken

· Ensure correct messaging is passed for use by Advocacy, as appropriate.

· Represent Oxfam GB programme on EFSL issues and liaise with other INGOs, LNGOs and UN agencies.

· Ensure that all work is carried out in a way that is sensitive to community needs and gender issues and in particular to promote the full and equal participation of women in all aspects of the EFSL work.

Skills and Competence

• Hold a postgraduate qualification in a relevant field.
• Knowledge and experience of EFSL assessment and analysis tools based on a holistic approach (e.g. HEA tools);
• Knowledge of EMMA tools;
• Experience in a context of people movement and political violence
• Experience of vouchers/cash based interventions;
• Experience in capacity building and training;
• Ability to interact with other stakeholders, coordinate, take other views in consideration and adapt pace to external constraints;
• Excellent written and spoken English essential

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Deputy Programme Manager Humanitarian

The Deputy Humanitarian Operations Manager role is to provide overall support to on all aspects of Emergency Preparedness and Response programmes management and operations. This includes strategic programming, financial and human resources management, efficient procurement and logistical services etc to All Programme Managers/Coordinators (KPK, AJK, Sindh, and Punjab). All support to be in consistent with OGBs policy practice and ensuring donor compliance. The main role is to Co-lead the operations, ensuring smooth functioning of the programmes/ projects operations, consistent services delivery and constant evaluation and readjustment of the operations to take into account changes in the operating environment as and when needed. The DPMH guides the Humanitarian Response Operations Team and fosters collaboration within the team, with programme staff and with other OI Affiliates. The Deputy PM, Humanitarian works in close collaboration with programme and project Teams in the Country Programme, operations staff in other OI Affiliates, and Government officials to successfully deliver operations services DIMENSIONS Coordination of and delivery of agreed plans or strategies. Some strategic input. Representation in coordination meetings and some external relationships Impact and influence is mostly within their own team but sometimes also in other parts of their department and/or external public. Usually plans and manages sub-unit resources, not usually over broad spectrum of programs or geographies. Specific competencies and skills required Help shape local level objectives in a specific team Often working as part of a management team within a larger program unit. Providing specialist advice or specific skills to team. Plans/objectives contribute to departmental/broader program strategy and can involve collaboration with other departments. Management tasks are complex and non-routine within a specialised unit/function. Requires the ability to analyse and communicate complex information to a wide audience. Decision-making requires significant levels of judgement based on technical and management experience, generally actively supported within line management or the programme team. Role is variable with well-defined targets and/or minimum standards and is both proactive and reactive. To play active role in lobby and advocacy on issues related to programmes through personal contacts and co-ordination of allies. To take part in public campaigns based on agreed plan of action and objectives. To support fundraising efforts and produce clear and quality reports (financial and narrative) that demonstrate good accountability Key Responsibilities To enhance staff and partner capacity to respond to emergency/humanitarian needs and to ensure mutual and quality partnership work. Leads, on monitoring the humanitarian situation in Oxfam operation areas, produce regular programme and context updates and reviewing programme activities accordingly. Participate or ensure Oxfam's participation in emergency/humanitarian assessments. Managing the day-day implementation of the programme activities in line with the agreed plans and priorities. Support to develop appropriate proposals/interventions for Oxfam's response to a standard acceptable to Oxfam and external donors. Ensuring that the programme is implemented in a cost effective, consultative, participative and gender-sensitive way. Ensure programme staff has all the required resources to implement planned activities. Compiling timely reports with recommendations and follow-up actions. Ensuring the effective monitoring and evaluation systems within the programme and supporting project staff in championing quality programme delivery to achieve maximum positive changes for the communities supported. Produce regular programme and context updates for the programme to inform decision-making. Ensure that TTL are providing hands on support and coaching, promoting learning and capacity building while working. Promote and engender a mutual and good partner working relationship within the Programme Team. Create an environment in which Oxfam and its partners regularly and openly discuss matters relating to activity implementation and areas of required support. Ensure clear and well-understood MoUs with partners that clearly stipulate agreed goals and objectives, roles and responsibilities as well as mutual expectations and best ways of working. Support to ensure that agreed upon plans by all partners are implemented in a transparent and cost-effective manner. Organising the relevant workshops/trainings and exchange visits, where appropriate. Encouraging staff and partners to reflect on project success/failures/strengths and weaknesses in order to learn from experience. Represent the organisation on the request of the line manager Provide cover in absence of Humanitarian Operations Manager/ Programme Manager-Preparedness and Response. Ensuring strategic direction of programme operations Financial resources management Human Resources Management and development of OGB and partner organisations Efficient procurement and logistical services and supervision of the Procurement team Representation, Coordination and networking Effective delivery of programme activities. Quality control. Skills and Competence Demonstrable understanding of humanitarian relief work and Oxfam's approach and at least five years experience in a field-based humanitarian and/or development context in a similar role. Confident representation skills. Excellent teamwork skills and the ability to build good relations both internally and externally. Proven influencing and negotiating skills with internal and external actors. Proven ability to analyse, interpret and communicate complex and fast moving programme information. Excellent planning, co-ordination and prioritisation skills and proven capacity to undertake varied tasks simultaneously to tight deadlines. Ability to manage large amounts of fast moving information, including maintaining excellent records of information and decisions. Attention to detail and a flexible approach to work. Demonstrable commitment to equal opportunities and gender equity and knowledge of how to integrate gender issues into programme work. An understanding of the components of a humanitarian response. In particular we are looking for the following: Good inter-personal skills Know how to motivate Understanding (though not always "accepting") approach Energy and enthusiasm for the job even under harsh conditions Self awareness & sensitivity to needs of others.

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Consultant to provide support for Monitoring and Verification of A/R Clean Development Mechanism (CDM) Projects

Expression of Interest
Consultant to provide support for Monitoring and Verification of A/R Clean Development Mechanism (CDM) Projects
Selection # 1043043

BACKGROUND

The World Bank Carbon Finance Unit's (CFU) initiatives are part of the larger global effort to combat climate change, and go hand in hand with the World Bank and its Environment Department's mission to reduce poverty and improve living standards in the developing world. The CFU uses money contributed by governments and companies in OECD (Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development) countries to purchase project-based greenhouse gas emission reductions in developing countries and countries with economies in transition. The emission reductions are purchased through one of the CFU's carbon funds on behalf of the contributor, and within the framework of the Kyoto Protocol's Clean Development Mechanism (CDM) or Joint Implementation (JI).

One of these carbon funds is the BioCarbon Fund, which aims to open the carbon market to climate change mitigation activities in the forestry and agricultural sector (see www.carbonfinance.org/biocarbon). As of today the BioCarbon Fund manages an active portfolio of more than 20 projects at different stages in the registration and verification process with the UNFCCC.

In an effort to ensure that all projects can move quickly through the verification processes, the CFU has identified a number of them that will require additional support for monitoring and verification at some point between July 2011 and June 2013.

SCOPE OF WORK

The CFU is seeking one Short Term Consultant (STC) to support the BioCarbon Fund Project Managers and the Project Entities, during the entire monitoring and verification process of carbon finance projects, providing the requested deliverables.

The scope of work ranges from the initial stages of preparation of the Monitoring Reports, to the successful completeness check done by the UNFCCC Secretariat for the request of issuance.

Interested individuals are hereby invited to submit expressions of interest through the World Bank Group online platform eConsultant2: https://wbgeconsult2.worldbank.org/wbgec/index.html (selection # 1043043). The deadline is July 25th, 2011.

Human Resources intern

Malaria Consortium is currently seeking for an HR intern to develop the Global Human Resources Manual. The successful candidate will be responsible for mapping all the HR processes, creating workflows and forms, according to our recently launched staff handbook and soon to be launched HRIS. The project will take 3 to 6 months to complete but we need a minimum 3 months commitment.

The successful candidate should have

Previous administration experience
An interest in HR systems as we work in 11 countries (UK Africa and Asia) so there will be an international element too.
Good attention to detail
Advanced MS software capabilities
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.


In return the successful candidate will get an insight in to how HR works in a medium sized INGO. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who wants to gain practical HR project related work experience. Travel and a per diem will be paid

To apply, please send your CV and a covering letter to HR.Recruitment@malariaconsortium.org explaining why you want to take on the internship, and how you feel you fulfill the requirements for the internship.

Psychosocial Officer

The Psychosocial Officer (PSO) works under the day to day supervision of the Psychosocial Team Leader and his/her Deputy and in co-ordination with other PSOs and Counselors. The aim of the PSO is to implement the PS Model of Intervention, contribute to the overall development of the PS team and AMERA services in general. PSOs are responsible for individual case work as well as organising and delivering group based interventions. PSOs are required to become a focal point for a particular area of the team’s work and are involved with networking and advocacy. Furthermore, as more experienced team members, they provide advice and assistance to newer team members, including the delivery of training sessions.


Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Staff and Interns
(e.g. Recruitment, training, supervision, performance appraisals)

• Provide advice and mentorship to newer members of the team
• Supervise intern case management
• Assist in training for new AMERA staff and interns
• Actively participate in weekly staff meetings and all available education/training opportunities organized by AMERA for the PS team.
• Actively participate in bi-weekly group supervision for the PS Team
• Actively participate in bi-weekly individual supervision sessions
• Maintain the standard of performance defined within the office manual and participate fully in the regular process of staff appraisal/performance evaluation which will assess performance against the standards of dependability, proficiency, productivity, interpersonal skills and judgment and initiative.

2. Clients / Caseload (including community work)
(e.g. number of clients per week, initial assessments, case management, communication with other teams, accompaniments, information sessions, workshops, etc.)

Functions related to PS work include (but are not limited to) the following:

• Conduct comprehensive assessments on at least 2 new clients each week, including self referrals, internal and external referrals.
• Assess each new client through the use of an Initial Assessment (IA), in order to identify and analyse specific needs, problems and resources.
• Establish an action plan, setting achievable goals in partnership with the client; establish agreed time scales for each action
• Carry out the identified actions within the agreed time frame
• Facilitate and encourage the client’s own individual advocacy efforts
• Advocate with partner organizations on a case by case basis and / or accompany the clients to services when appropriate.
• Consider the appropriateness of all available PS interventions for each client including (i) provision of information (ii) referral/inquiry/advocacy for social, medical or psychiatric issues, (iii) provision of short term basic psychological support (iv) referral for relevant group based intervention such as a workshop or therapeutic group (v) expand the current network of service provision (vi) make the appropriate referral to other internal teams - Refugee Status Determination, Protection, Sexual and Gender Based Violence, Durable Solutions, Unaccompanied Minors & Young People and Community Outreach (vii) grant application completion.
• Act as the on-call officer several days per month; responding to emergency cases and other ad hoc requests from internal teams.
• Carry out follow up on client actions promptly and accurately.
• Design participatory groups & workshops that respond to identified, prevalent needs of AMERA clients in partnership with a member of the Community Outreach team.
• Deliver, monitor, record and evaluate participatory groups & workshops in accordance with AMERA policy.

3. Focal Point (Networking / Interagency Communication and Coordination/Advocacy)
(e.g. data collection and analysis, meetings, identify resources in the community, represent AMERA for your specific area of responsibility, etc.)

• Act as a Focal Point for a specific area of responsibility addressed by the team and participate in policy development; liaising where appropriate with UNHCR, other NGOs and the community.
• Maintain an up-to-date knowledge of any relevant changes in practice, policy and law.
• Incorporate a combination of networking and advocacy in order to improve the coordination with partner organisations and their policies, such as UNHCR and its implementing partners – Caritas and Refuge Egypt.
• Initiate systemic advocacy efforts by collecting information, analysing data and developing evidence based approaches aimed at ensuring refugee service providers’ consistent use of policy; improving the refugee service provision and affecting overall policy change.
• Maintain up to date knowledge of the particular focal point area and respond to internal/external inquiries and referrals.
• Expand the refugee service provision network by keeping regular contact with existing refugee service providers in addition to identifying new resources (community and institutional).
• Actively participate in the development, implementation and supervision of AMERA’s advocacy strategy.


4. Administration
(e.g. monthly reports, statistics, record keeping, developing policy and procedures, etc.)

• Maintain a clear, comprehensive and accurate record of all client contacts and interventions, updating electronic databases and records for each contact made on behalf of a client on a daily basis,
• Effective diary management to ensure client follow ups are conducted to schedule
• Undertake file management and co-ordinate work on cases with other members of the PS team and report on any significant developments to the team leader or his/her deputy.
• Produce monthly statistics and reports while contributing to the development of PS services.
• Create accurate session plans for group-based interventions that ensure client participation


Requirements:

Essential

• English being the official language of UNHCR Cairo as well as AMERA-Egypt, the PS Officer must be fluent in both oral and written English.
• A Bachelors and/or Masters degree in Psychology or Social Work is preferred; other related Bachelors/Masters degree may also be acceptable.
• Experience in the provision of psychological and social services to vulnerable groups of society and/or refugees and asylum seekers.

Preferred

• Arabic or one of the languages of refugee nationalities in Egypt
• Minimum 2 years of refugee/vulnerable persons case management
• Delivery of group- based therapeutic interventions
• Experience supervising/mentoring colleagues


Personal competencies

• Maintain calm in a stressful, fast-paced environment
• Be flexible and able to adapt to changing systems and procedures
• Prioritize responsibilities, multi-task and meet deadlines
• Skilled at problem analysis and resolution at both a strategic and functional level
• Able to develop effective systems considering organizational effectiveness and accountability; aimed at influencing policy change
• Able to express technical ideas and concerns effectively in a non-technical environment
• Commit to working with a Human Rights and client-centred approach
• Able to work independently and learn new tasks quickly.
• Strong organization and planning skills, detail oriented.
• Maturity and discretion: able to work with sensitive and often distressing client information, maintain emotional boundaries and ensure confidentiality regulations are met
• Diplomacy and assertiveness; the ability to confront and discuss sensitive issues with respect and care.
• Belief in and commitment to gender equality

Other:

Salary ranges from 2500 – 5000LE depending on qualifications and years of experience

Interested applicants for the position should send their CV and cover letter via e-mail to vacancy@amera-uk.org

Assistant Manager: Nutrition Guidance

ASSISTANT MANAGER: NUTRITION GUIDANCE (4 POSTS)
HEAD OFFICE, PIETERMARITZBURG,
(Ref. DoE/32/2011), SALARY LEVEL 9
Salary notch: R206 982 per annum

Requirements: • An appropriate Bachelor’s degree/National Diploma in Nutrition or Agriculture coupled with 2-3 years’ relevant experience of which 2 years should have been at a supervisory level • Knowledge of food and nutrition systems
• Knowledge of food production in South Africa • Knowledge of prescripts and legislation relevant to education and food safety • Knowledge of the National School Nutrition Programme • Knowledge of various computer packages • Good communication skills • Monitoring and evaluation skills • Preparedness to travel extensively and work irregular hours • Ability to work with minimum supervision • A valid driver’s licence.

Key responsibilities: • Co-ordinate nutrition education in schools • Coordinate sustainable food production in schools
• Develop food specifications for target groups • Develop appropriate menus and recipes for school feeding • Develop and review guidelines on food safety and school vending • Promote the environmental awareness campaign • Co-operate with
relevant role players in food production • Train and workshop district and Head Office staff on nutrition issues • Ensure the implementation of NSNP policies and guidelines.

Directive to applicants: Applications must be submitted on Form Z83, obtainable from any Public Service Department. Applications must in all cases be accompanied by a recently updated comprehensive CV, originally certified copies of all qualifications and RSA ID document, as well as a valid driver’s licence. Failure to attach the requested documents will result in the application not being considered. Please ensure that you clearly state the full post description and the relevant reference number on your application. No faxed applications will be considered.

NB: Applicants must ensure that they fully complete and sign Form Z83, even if they are attaching a CV. Incomplete and/or unsigned applications will not be considered.

Applications should be sent by post for the attention of: Ms NG Dubazane, The Directorate: Human Resource Services, KwaZulu-Natal Department of Education, Private Bag X9137, Pietermaritzburg 3200. Applications may also be hand-delivered to Head Office, 228 Pietermaritz Street, Pietermaritzburg 3201.

Please note that candidates are discouraged from sending their applications through registered mail, as the Department will not take responsibility for non-collection of these applications.

Note: • The filling of the posts will be done in terms of the Department’s approved Employment Equity Plan • Due to ongoing internal processes, the Department reserves the right to withdraw any post at any time • The Department reserves the right to verify the qualifications of every recommended candidate prior to the issue an offer of employment.

Closing date for applications: 12 August 2011

Assistant Manager: Local Co-Operatives

ASSISTANT MANAGER: LOCAL CO-OPERATIVES (3 POSTS)
HEAD OFFICE, PIETERMARITZBURG,
(Ref. DoE/33/2011), SALARY LEVEL 9
Salary notch: R206 982 per annum

Requirements: • An appropriate Bachelor’s degree/National Diploma in Commerce or Agriculture coupled with 2-3 years’ relevant experience of which 2 years should have been at a supervisory level • Knowledge of food and nutrition systems
• Knowledge of economic and community development • Knowledge of prescripts and legislation relevant to education and
education nutrition • Knowledge of the National School Nutrition Programme • Knowledge of various computer packages
• Good communication skills • Monitoring and evaluation skills • Good command of isiZulu • Preparedness to travel extensively and work irregular hours • Ability to work with minimum supervision • A valid driver’s licence.

Key responsibilities: • Develop and implement a criterion for selection of service provision and agriculture co-operatives
• Mediate with Department of Economic Development for training and registration of co-operatives • Arrange training and development programmes in liaison with FET institutions • Liaise with Department of Agriculture for mentorship of agriculture co-operatives • Monitor the implementation of the co-operatives programme in the districts • Ensure co-operation between the agriculture and service provision co-operatives • Negotiate with financial institutions for funding of co-operatives • Arrange signing of contracts between established co-operatives and the Department • Monitor the performance of cooperatives.

Directive to applicants: Applications must be submitted on Form Z83, obtainable from any Public Service Department. Applications must in all cases be accompanied by a recently updated comprehensive CV, originally certified copies of all qualifications and RSA ID document, as well as a valid driver’s licence. Failure to attach the requested documents will result in the application not being considered. Please ensure that you clearly state the full post description and the relevant reference number on your application. No faxed applications will be considered.

NB: Applicants must ensure that they fully complete and sign Form Z83, even if they are attaching a CV. Incomplete and/or unsigned applications will not be considered.

Applications should be sent by post for the attention of: Ms NG Dubazane, The Directorate: Human Resource Services, KwaZulu-Natal Department of Education, Private Bag X9137, Pietermaritzburg 3200. Applications
may also be hand-delivered to Head Office, 228 Pietermaritz Street, Pietermaritzburg 3201.

Please note that candidates are discouraged from sending their applications through registered mail, as the Department will not take responsibility for non-collection of these applications.

Note: • The filling of the posts will be done in terms of the Department’s approved Employment Equity Plan • Due to ongoing internal processes, the Department reserves the right to withdraw any post at any time • The Department reserves the right to verify the qualifications of every recommended candidate prior to the issue an offer of employment.

Closing date for applications: 12 August 2011

Assistant Manager: Grant Monitoring

ASSISTANT MANAGER: GRANT MONITORING (2 POSTS)
HEAD OFFICE, PIETERMARITZBURG,
(Ref. DoE/34/2011), SALARY LEVEL 9
Salary notch: R206 982 per annum

Requirements: • An appropriate Bachelor’s degree/National Diploma in Accounting coupled with 2-3 years’ relevant experience of which 2 years should have been at a supervisory level • Knowledge of procurement policies and Basic Accounting System (BAS) • Knowledge of financial management • Knowledge of prescripts and legislation relevant to education and conditional grants • Knowledge of the National School Nutrition Programme • Knowledge of various computer packages
• Monitoring and evaluation skills • Good communication skills • Ability to work with minimum supervision • Preparedness to travel extensively and work irregular hours • A valid driver’s licence.

Key responsibilities: • Assist the Deputy Manager in authorising the allocation of budgets to schools • Co-ordinate the financial and cash flow reports • Train and workshop district officials on grant administration • Monitor the implementation of the conditional grant • Ensure payment of service providers within time frames stipulated in the PFMA • Liaise with relevant stakeholders on the management of the grant • Handle all financial queries in relation to the grant • Perform any other duty allocated to him/her by the supervisor.

Directive to applicants: Applications must be submitted on Form Z83, obtainable from any Public Service Department. Applications must in all cases be accompanied by a recently updated comprehensive CV, originally certified copies of all qualifications and RSA ID document, as well as a valid driver’s licence. Failure to attach the requested documents will result in the application not being considered. Please ensure that you clearly state the full post description and the relevant reference number on your application. No faxed applications will be considered.

NB: Applicants must ensure that they fully complete and sign Form Z83, even if they are attaching a CV. Incomplete and/or unsigned applications will not be considered.

Applications should be sent by post for the attention of: Ms NG Dubazane, The Directorate: Human Resource Services, KwaZulu-Natal Department of Education, Private Bag X9137, Pietermaritzburg 3200. Applications
may also be hand-delivered to Head Office, 228 Pietermaritz Street, Pietermaritzburg 3201.

Please note that candidates are discouraged from sending their applications through registered mail, as the Department will not take responsibility for non-collection of these applications.

Note: • The filling of the posts will be done in terms of the Department’s approved Employment Equity Plan • Due to ongoing internal processes, the Department reserves the right to withdraw any post at any time • The Department reserves the right to verify the qualifications of every recommended candidate prior to the issue an offer of employment.

Closing date for applications: 12 August 2011

Assistant Manager: School Feeding

ASSISTANT MANAGER: SCHOOL FEEDING
HEAD OFFICE, PIETERMARITZBURG,
(Ref. DoE/35/2011), SALARY LEVEL 9
Salary notch: R206 982 per annum

Requirements: • An appropriate Bachelor’s degree/National Diploma in Administration coupled with 2-3 years’ relevant experience of which 2 years should have been at a supervisory level • Knowledge of project management • Knowledge of prescripts and legislation relevant to education and nutrition • Knowledge of the National School Nutrition Programme
• Knowledge of various computer packages • Monitoring and evaluation skills • Good communication skills • Ability to work with minimum supervision • Preparedness to travel extensively and work irregular hours • A valid driver’s licence.

Key responsibilities: • Ensure implementation of NSNP policies • Ensure proper appointment of service providers • Train and workshop SMTs, SGBs, principals and staff on NSNP policies and guidelines • Monitor the implementation of the programme by schools and district offices • Collate district statistical information quarterly for the Deputy Manager • Evaluate programme implementation • Assist in the compilation of business plans • Perform any other duty allocated by the supervisor.

Directive to applicants: Applications must be submitted on Form Z83, obtainable from any Public Service Department. Applications must in all cases be accompanied by a recently updated comprehensive CV, originally certified copies of all qualifications and RSA ID document, as well as a valid driver’s licence. Failure to attach the requested documents will result in the application not being considered. Please ensure that you clearly state the full post description and the relevant reference number on your application. No faxed applications will be considered.

NB: Applicants must ensure that they fully complete and sign Form Z83, even if they are attaching a CV. Incomplete and/or unsigned applications will not be considered.

Applications should be sent by post for the attention of: Ms NG Dubazane, The Directorate: Human Resource Services, KwaZulu-Natal Department of Education, Private Bag X9137, Pietermaritzburg 3200. Applications
may also be hand-delivered to Head Office, 228 Pietermaritz Street, Pietermaritzburg 3201.

Please note that candidates are discouraged from sending their applications through registered mail, as the Department will not take responsibility for non-collection of these applications.

Note: • The filling of the posts will be done in terms of the Department’s approved Employment Equity Plan • Due to ongoing internal processes, the Department reserves the right to withdraw any post at any time • The Department reserves the right to verify the qualifications of every recommended candidate prior to the issue an offer of employment.

Closing date for applications: 12 August 2011

Administration Officer: National School Nutrition Programme

ADMINISTRATION OFFICER: NATIONAL SCHOOL NUTRITION PROGRAMME (3 POSTS)
HEAD OFFICE, PIETERMARITZBURG,
(Ref. DoE/36/2011), SALARY LEVEL 7
Salary notch: R140 208 per annum

Requirements: • An appropriate Bachelor’s degree in Finance/Accounting or National Diploma plus a minimum of 3 years’ relevant experience • Knowledge of financial management • Knowledge of prescripts and legislation relevant to education and nutrition • Knowledge of the National School Nutrition Programme • Knowledge of various computer packages • Good communication skills • Ability to work with minimum supervision • Preparedness to work irregular hours • A valid driver’s licence.

Key responsibilities: • Ensure the correctness of applications from feeding schools • Generate letters of approval for schools • Process claims of service providers • Generate monthly and quarterly financial reports, including cash flow statements
• Handle all financial queries related to NSNP • Perform any other duty allocated by the supervisor.

Directive to applicants: Applications must be submitted on Form Z83, obtainable from any Public Service Department. Applications must in all cases be accompanied by a recently updated comprehensive CV, originally certified copies of all qualifications and RSA ID document, as well as a valid driver’s licence. Failure to attach the requested documents will result in the application not being considered. Please ensure that you clearly state the full post description and the relevant reference number on your application. No faxed applications will be considered.

NB: Applicants must ensure that they fully complete and sign Form Z83, even if they are attaching a CV. Incomplete and/or unsigned applications will not be considered.

Applications should be sent by post for the attention of: Ms NG Dubazane, The Directorate: Human Resource Services, KwaZulu-Natal Department of Education, Private Bag X9137, Pietermaritzburg 3200. Applications
may also be hand-delivered to Head Office, 228 Pietermaritz Street, Pietermaritzburg 3201.

Please note that candidates are discouraged from sending their applications through registered mail, as the Department will not take responsibility for non-collection of these applications.

Note: • The filling of the posts will be done in terms of the Department’s approved Employment Equity Plan • Due to ongoing internal processes, the Department reserves the right to withdraw any post at any time • The Department reserves the right to verify the qualifications of every recommended candidate prior to the issue an offer of employment.

Closing date for applications: 12 August 2011

Payroll Manager

National Democratic Institute (NDI) seeks a Payroll Manager to play a pivotal role in overseeing and executing all aspects of payroll and payroll-related matters for the Institute. The Payroll Manager will manage the overall payroll function and facilitate submission processes, as well as carry out detailed payroll tasks and larger initiatives related to payroll reporting and processing. This position is based in Washington, DC and reports to and supports the Controller in the management of the payroll function.

Responsibilities:

• Manages, prepares and submits bi-weekly staff payroll & tax reports; ensures the accuracy and timeliness of adjustments and transmissions.
• Initiates timely and accurate preparation, finalization and submission of periodic, quarterly and annual tax reports.
• Generates standardized and ad hoc reports for problem analysis, conducts independent analysis of data to draw appropriate conclusions, and synthesizes the data for effective presentation to appropriate audiences.
• Manages preparation and timely filing of Form W2s.
• Reviews and approves wires and related journal entries for Third Country Nationals payments.
• Monitors and adjusts employee leave balances via bi-weekly time sheets, reconciles balances to payroll system and maintains balances on a monthly basis.
• Oversees and manages the current paper based and planned electronic timesheet system and related processes.
• Reviews labor allocations and accurately reconciles to payroll system.
• Oversees and maintains timely and accurate monthly reconciliations of general ledger payroll suspense accounts.
• Provides outstanding payroll-related customer service to all employees. Communicates effectively and in a timely manner with employees at all levels regarding payroll, leave balance/accrual, and tax-related inquiries.
• Assists Controller with supervision of General Accounting payroll team staff and associated processes.
• Sustains current knowledge and skills in payroll administration processes and compliance and proactively communicates current and anticipated changes/trends to Controller.
• Supports Controller in implementing, maintaining and improving “big picture” internal controls, operating processes, policies and procedures.
• Regularly and proactively communicates to Controller payroll-related concerns, as well as analysis of the effect of inter-department processes on payroll matters.

Requirements:

• Bachelors Degree in Accounting.
• Minimum of eight (8) years of combined accounting and payroll processing experience required. Additional years of relevant work experience may be substituted for educational requirements on a one to one basis.
• Experience with Lawson HRIS or another large in-house payroll system required.
• Experience with an international nonprofit organization or international employees a plus.
• Experience with a large general ledger software system, Deltek Costpoint a plus.
• Experience with implementation and management of electronic timesheet systems a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to read, analyze, interpret and accurately and consistently apply government and organization rules and policies.
• Ability to analyze and interpret financial, payroll and benefits data.
• Strong interpersonal skills to effectively interact with all levels of staff and vendors.
• Ability to pay strict attention to detail and accuracy, to identify mistakes and correct appropriately prior to submission of work.
• Ability to practice discretion and maintain confidentiality and security of all payroll records.
• Demonstrated oral and written communications skills to effectively present detailed financial information to a variety of audiences and to respond to questions.
• Ability to independently develop and implement effective strategies and tactics to address problems to accomplish assigned duties and positively impact institutional challenges.
• Ability to work additional hours (evenings, weekends) to accomplish assigned duties, as well as during peak periods and deadline timeframes.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Windows environment, particularly in using Excel and Word, as well as overall computer skills and working knowledge of email technology.
• Fluency in oral and written English.

Please apply directly at:

http://hostedjobs.openhire.com/epostings/submit.cfm?fuseaction=app.dspjo...

Job ID: #435791

Country: United States of America (the)

City: Washington

Source: National Democratic Institute

Job type: Job

Years of experience: 5-10 years

Emergency Program Manager

PROGRAM/DEPARTMENT SUMMARY:

Mercy Corps has been present in the Middle East since the 1980s. Presently it has offices in Lebanon, the West Bank, Gaza, Jordan, Syria, Yemen and Iraq. Programming in the region includes relief and recovery activities in northern Iraq, Lebanon, Gaza, Jordan and Syria – working often with refugees and displaced persons, as well as host communities affected by conflict and poverty. Mercy Corps has had an assessment team on the ground in Libya since March 2^nd, began grant-funded programming in May, currently has offices in Benghazi and Misrata and employ 7 ex-pats and more than 25 national team members.

GENERAL POSITION SUMMARY:

The Emergency Program Manager is responsible for oversight of field assessments and coordination, program development, as well as supervisory and managerial responsibility over emergency response and recovery programs on the ground. The Emergency Program Manager leads field monitoring and program performance by tracking progress toward specified objectives. This position will have a special emphasis on program leadership and innovation in a post-disaster, recovery setting involving ‘cash for work,’ health, food security, camp management, water and sanitation. The Emergency Program Manager will need to be highly sensitive to the political dynamics of the region and have relevant security experience.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Vision, Leadership and Strategy

• Communicate a clear vision of program goals related to current emergency situation and the recovery phase in Libya.
• Provide leadership and direction to the emergency response.
• Develop a program strategy in collaboration with key team members, to be communicated to all team members, local beneficiaries, local and central government and the international community.

Quality Program Development

• Oversee emergency assessments and gathering of baseline data.
• Monitor the on the ground situation as it develops and utilize information for development of quality emergency response and recovery programming.
• Identify needs, set priorities and lead the process of program implementation in collaboration with Libya team members and Mercy Corps regional and headquarters staff.

Program Management

• Coordinate with program, finance and administrative staff to ensure systems are in compliance with donor and Mercy Corps policies and procedures.
• Ensure program implementation is on time, on target and on-budget using effective M&E systems.
• Create and maintain systems ensuring effective and transparent use of financial resources for timely and informative reporting in line with donor and Mercy Corps policies and procedures
• Implement and model Mercy Corps’ philosophy of social entrepreneurship.
• Develop collaborative relationships with Mercy Corps Country Director and field leaders.

Team Management

• Create and sustain a work environment of mutual respect where team members strive to achieve excellence.
• Promote accountability, communicate expectations and provide constructive feedback via regular performance reviews.
• Contribute to country team-building efforts, help team members identify problem solving options and ensure the integration of all team members into relevant decision-making processes.
• Supervise, hire and orient new team members as necessary.
• Provide team members with information, tools and other resources to improve performance & reach objectives.

Representation and Diplomacy

• Identify, build and manage collaborative partnerships with consortium partners, sub-grantees, donors, local governments and other stakeholders.
• Convey information and ideas and effectively coordinate to ensure overall project targets and donor obligations are met.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: All Libya emergency team members and coordinate any outside HQ support.

REPORTS DIRECTLY TO: Country Representative

WORKS DIRECTLY WITH: Mercy Corps Libya team; HQ-based Program Operations, Finance and Technical Support Units

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:

• MA/S or equivalent in social science, management or international development preferred
• At least 5-7 years experience in emergency programming
• 5+ years field-based experience in a senior leadership position building and managing a team of professionals; developing and managing programs and providing financial oversight
• Experience with donor-funded programs including protocols of one or more of the following donors: USAID/ OFDA, UN, EU, DFID and private donors.
• History of working effectively and respectfully with host country government, INGO and NGO partners
• Experience in highly volatile security situations with a demonstrated commitment to team safety
• Commitment to the principles of participatory team management and participatory, community-oriented development.
• Effective verbal and written communication
• Proven ability to multi-tasking, utilizing effective organizational skills.
• Prior experience living overseas and ability to work comfortably in the Libya cultural environment is required.
• Arabic language skills preferred

SUCCESS FACTORS:

The successful PM will recognize that Mercy Corps’ ability to function safely and successfully in Libya depends on the ability of staff to understand the context in which programs operate. The successful Emergency PM will apply a strong combination of team leadership, program development and implementation skills in a volatile security and fast-changing environment. The PM will have a strong commitment to teamwork and accountability; the ability to work successfully and respectfully and will maintain a sense of humor in stressful conditions. S/he will have an excellent understanding of emergency and transitional issues and programmatic approaches. The successful PM will be able to work across a wide range of stakeholder working with local community members, governmental authorities, NGO partners, and donors. S/he will bring a positive approach to the job, embracing challenges as opportunities to innovate. S/he will write well and communicate in a manner that is confident and clear, yet diplomatic, enabling him/her to forge positive working relationships with donors and other stakeholders. Finally, the successful PM will work well under pressure in a fluid operating and security environment.

LIVING CONDITIONS/ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

This position is assigned a group living environment in guest housing. The successful candidate must be able to work in an environment with energy, transportation and communication challenges located in Benghazi or other parts of Libya. Mercy Corps Team members represent the agency both during and outside of work hours when deployed in a field posting or on a visit/TDY to a field posting. Team members are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner and respect local laws, customs and MC policies, procedures, and values at all times and in all in-country venues.

Please apply directly at:

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

Mercy Corps is an AA/EOE.

Job ID: #435798

Country: Libyan Arab Jamahiriya (the)

City: Benghazi

Source: Mercy Corps

Job type: Job

Years of experience: 5-10 years