Position Location:Abuja, Nigeria

Background:

Creative Associates International is a dynamic, fast-growing global development firm that specializes in education, economic growth, democratic institutions and stabilization. Based in Washington, D.C., Creative has a field presence in more than 15 countries with a strong client portfolio that includes the U.S. Agency for International Development and the State Department, among others. Since its founding in 1977, Creative has earned a solid reputation among its clients and is well-regarded by competitors and partners alike.

Project Summary:The Northern Nigeria Education Initiative Plus (NEI+) project works to improve the quality of and access to education in Northern Nigeria, equitably and sustainably.

Position Summary:The EMIS Specialist will provide technical assistance on education information management systems project-wide.

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This position is housed in Abuja, Nigeria, reporting to the Senior System Strengthening Specialist.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Support the development of a common web-based EMIS using existing open source software that can be customized by state and LGEAs to meet unique information needs;
• Provide ongoing technical support to ministries, departments, and agencies staff to review progress, “trouble shoot” problems, and support use of EMIS data;
• Provide support for inter-state training for SMOE, SUBEB, and planners, analysts, and policy makers focused on gathering, analyzing and using data from the EMIS, reading assessments, evaluations, and research to make decisions and plan education improvement initiatives;
• Support planners and policy makers to use data for quality decision-making;
• Provide assistance in setting up systems to gather data for access to quality education at the state level.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• At least 8 years of work experience with EMIS with international development organizations or in an international development context;
• Experience in data collection procedures, systems design, systems analysis, and information systems project management;
• Demonstrated ability to create and manage a large, secure web-based EMIS systems and software;
• Fluency in English;
• Master’s degree or higher in ICT, Management Information Systems (MIS), or related field required.

Local and regional candidates are encouraged to apply.

To apply, please send a short cover letter and CV to recruiting@crea-neiplus.com.

Please indicate the position for which you are applying in the Subject of the email.

Position Location:Abuja, Nigeria

Background:

Creative Associates International is a dynamic, fast-growing global development firm that specializes in education, economic growth, democratic institutions and stabilization. Based in Washington, D.C., Creative has a field presence in more than 15 countries with a strong client portfolio that includes the U.S. Agency for International Development and the State Department, among others. Since its founding in 1977, Creative has earned a solid reputation among its clients and is well-regarded by competitors and partners alike.

Project Summary:The Northern Nigeria Education Initiative Plus (NEI+) project works to improve the quality of and access to education in Northern Nigeria, equitably and sustainably.

Position Summary:The Grants Manager will be responsible for oversight of all grants activities, including ensuring efficient and proper controls for USAID grant compliance and reporting; coordinating training and grants administration with NGOs grantees; and review and submission of financial reports as required for each grant.

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This position is housed in Abuja, Nigeria, reporting to the Senior Finance Specialist.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Implement procedures and templates to be used for formulating, negotiating, executing, monitoring, and closing grants according to USAID regulations and the projects Grants Manual.
• Develop solicitations, coordinate the evaluation of applications, award grants, monitor and report on financial activities as appropriate.
• Monitor grantee to ensure compliance with USAID regulation.
• Assist large NGOs to convey grants-management requirements, processes, and skills to their local affiliates as necessary.
• Responsible for maintaining grant files and ensuring that they are always up-to-date
• Coordinate and support project audits, grantor’s audit, or monitoring visits.
• Conduct educational and training workshops on proposal preparation and/or financial monitoring, as necessary.
• Responsible for entering and maintaining the Creative’s Integrated Management Database System (IDMS)
• Other tasks as assigned

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Sciences
• 2-4 years’ experience in grant management, including disbursements and reporting.
• Knowledgeable about USAID Rules and Regulations, previous experience working on USAID-funded projects is preferred.

Local and regional candidates are encouraged to apply.

To apply, please send a short cover letter and CV to recruiting@crea-neiplus.com.

Please indicate the position for which you are applying in the Subject of the email.

Position Location:Abuja, Nigeria

Background:

Creative Associates International is a dynamic, fast-growing global development firm that specializes in education, economic growth, democratic institutions and stabilization. Based in Washington, D.C., Creative has a field presence in more than 15 countries with a strong client portfolio that includes the U.S. Agency for International Development and the State Department, among others. Since its founding in 1977, Creative has earned a solid reputation among its clients and is well-regarded by competitors and partners alike.

Project Summary:The Northern Nigeria Education Initiative Plus (NEI+) project works to improve the quality of and access to education in Northern Nigeria, equitably and sustainably.

Position Summary:The Hausa reading specialist provides overall technical oversight and guidance to the project’s support to improved reading instruction.

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This position is housed in Abuja, Nigeria, reporting to the Senior Reading Specialist.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Supervise the development and production of all NEI+-supported Hausa reading curriculum and material,
• Coordinate and support all NEI+-supported trainings in Hausa reading, all teacher and classroom supervision and monitoring and all student testing efforts.
• Ensure complementarity of activity approaches in reading across the three NEI+ activity states,
• Liaise with government representatives and technicians on technical matters, and bears ultimate responsibility for ensuring that children in NEI+ public, IQTE, and NFLC schools achieve improved outcomes in reading Hausa.
• Works closely with the Senior Reading Specialist to develop working relationship with NERDC

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Requires a Master’s Degree in education, preferably with a specialty in early grade reading. Ph.D. in education with a focus on early childhood education and/or early grade learning preferred.
• At least 8 years of experience in programs in sub-Saharan Africa that work specifically to improve early grade reading is required.
• Prior experience with the development of early grade reading materials, training programs, classroom monitoring protocols, and tests and assessments, including EGRA, is required.
• Prior experience with supporting civil-society based monitoring of reading outcomes is required.
• The candidate must be professionally proficient and fluent in written and spoken English. It is preferred, but not required, that the candidate be conversant and fluent in written Hausa.

Local and regional candidates are encouraged to apply.

To apply, please send a short cover letter and CV to recruiting@crea-neiplus.com.

Please indicate the position for which you are applying in the Subject of the email.

Position Location:Abuja, Nigeria

Background:

Creative Associates International is a dynamic, fast-growing global development firm that specializes in education, economic growth, democratic institutions and stabilization. Based in Washington, D.C., Creative has a field presence in more than 15 countries with a strong client portfolio that includes the U.S. Agency for International Development and the State Department, among others. Since its founding in 1977, Creative has earned a solid reputation among its clients and is well-regarded by competitors and partners alike.

Project Summary:The Northern Nigeria Education Initiative Plus (NEI+) project works to improve the quality of and access to education in Northern Nigeria, equitably and sustainably.

Position Summary:The Human Resources Manager oversees and manages human resources issues on the project.

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This position is housed in Abuja, Nigeria, reporting to the Senior Finance Specialist.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Review CVs and application information and prepare short-list for any vacancies.
• Schedule interviews.
• Organize and assist in conducting interviews alongside senior management.
• Write minutes of the interview proceedings.
• Orienting newly employed staff to the NEI+ Abuja Office.
• Prepare and provide new employee documents containing Creative rules and regulations.
• Process and compile employee records confidentially and accurately in files.
• Work with Team Leaders to ensure employees who go on leave fill in Leave Forms.
• Ensure individual employees fill in and submit Time Sheets on time.
• Reconcile Timesheets with information on Leave Forms.
• Ensure all employees are on Medical Insurance, together with their eligible dependents.
• Ensure all queries and challenges faced by employees regarding their medical insurance are attended to by the Insurance Company for clearance.
• Monitor contract renewals and ensure performance evaluation is completed.
• Provide information as required by Compliance Officers/Auditors during the control/audit exercise.
• General administrative duties like mailing and receipt of internal and external mail for the administration, courier service arrangement and if needed give assistance to faxing, photocopying and making sure that staff contacts are updated.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Human Resource Director (Creative Home Office).
• Prepare minutes for Staff Meetings.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Previous experience working on programs funded by international donors (preferably USAID)
• BA/BS degree in relevant field highly desired
• Three years prior relevant experience in Human Resources Management
• Strong communication skills; Fluency in English and local languages required.

Local and regional candidates are encouraged to apply.

To apply, please send a short cover letter and CV to recruiting@crea-neiplus.com.

Please indicate the position for which you are applying in the Subject of the email.

Position Location:Abuja, Nigeria

Background:

Creative Associates International is a dynamic, fast-growing global development firm that specializes in education, economic growth, democratic institutions and stabilization. Based in Washington, D.C., Creative has a field presence in more than 15 countries with a strong client portfolio that includes the U.S. Agency for International Development and the State Department, among others. Since its founding in 1977, Creative has earned a solid reputation among its clients and is well-regarded by competitors and partners alike.

Project Summary:The Northern Nigeria Education Initiative Plus (NEI+) project works to improve the quality of and access to education in Northern Nigeria, equitably and sustainably.

Position Summary:The IT Manager will be responsible for overseeing the installation, usage, and maintenance of the office IT system, as well as troubleshooting and being involved in ICT solutions.

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This position is housed in Abuja, Nigeria, reporting to the Senior Finance Specialist and will work in close collaboration with HQ field office support and HQ Help Desk on office IT issues.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Provide technical set-up and needed support on all IT related issues, including installation and testing of workstations, printers, client software, upgrades, and configuration
• Implement and document network operations, processes, and procedures
• Deploy and implement office network according to HQ specifications
• Serve as the office Network Administrator
• Identify and solve possible problems in the network
• Supervise installations performed by third parties such as cabling, Internet connection, etc.
• Supervise and follow-up on equipment maintenance performed by other contractors
• Support and troubleshoot users in the Abuja office on their daily work
• Implement and enforce security on the network and prevent misuse of the IT resources
• Participate in writing IT office policy
• Responsible for IT inventory; work closely with the DCOP and procurement team to monitor distribution and location of IT equipment by performing a yearly inventory check-up
• Set up, implement, and maintain hardware firewall
• Keep the network healthy by applying all required security patches and monitoring the correct delivery of all antivirus updates
• Implement and document a disaster recovery plan and offsite storage of backed up data

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in ICT, Information Systems, or a related field
• 5+ years’ experience in IT Systems Management Previous experience working on USAID-funded projects is preferred.

Local and regional candidates are encouraged to apply.

To apply, please send a short cover letter and CV to recruiting@crea-neiplus.com.

Please indicate the position for which you are applying in the Subject of the email.

Position Location:Abuja, Nigeria

Background:

Creative Associates International is a dynamic, fast-growing global development firm that specializes in education, economic growth, democratic institutions and stabilization. Based in Washington, D.C., Creative has a field presence in more than 15 countries with a strong client portfolio that includes the U.S. Agency for International Development and the State Department, among others. Since its founding in 1977, Creative has earned a solid reputation among its clients and is well-regarded by competitors and partners alike.

Project Summary:The Northern Nigeria Education Initiative Plus (NEI+) project works to improve the quality of and access to education in Northern Nigeria, equitably and sustainably.

Position Summary:The Logistics/Procurement Officer will be responsible for assisting with day-to-day management of NEI+ operations.

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This position is housed in Abuja, Nigeria, reporting to the Senior Finance Specialist.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Provides oversight of Vehicle logs, vehicle maintenance
• Identify Vehicle needs and reviews driver time sheet
• Customs Clearance for NEI+ properties
• Coordinates transportation and delivery of Procurement and inventory.
• Conducting and updating inventory database of the office on a monthly basis
• Soliciting bids and quotes from potential vendor and ensure they are accord with NEI+ procurement protocols.
• Preparation of price comparison sheets
• Procurement, logistic, Events Management and Transportation as per the NEI+ policies and procedures.
• Any other related tasks as assigned by supervisors.
• Any logistical task required for good project operations.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• At least 3 year experience responding to procurement/logistics requests related to supplies, materials for project related activities.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field
• Must be extremely reliable, trustworthy and a good team worker.
• Flexible in working hours.

Local and regional candidates are encouraged to apply.

To apply, please send a short cover letter and CV to recruiting@crea-neiplus.com.

Please indicate the position for which you are applying in the Subject of the email.

Position Location:Abuja, Nigeria

Background:

Creative Associates International is a dynamic, fast-growing global development firm that specializes in education, economic growth, democratic institutions and stabilization. Based in Washington, D.C., Creative has a field presence in more than 15 countries with a strong client portfolio that includes the U.S. Agency for International Development and the State Department, among others. Since its founding in 1977, Creative has earned a solid reputation among its clients and is well-regarded by competitors and partners alike.

Project Summary:The Northern Nigeria Education Initiative Plus (NEI+) project works to improve the quality of and access to education in Northern Nigeria, equitably and sustainably.

Position Summary:The NGO Capacity Building Officer will be responsible for implementing activities to increase community awareness and support of schooling in targeted non-formal education and alternative education learning center communities. This includes implementing a small grants program to enable CSOs to establish community coalitions and learning centers, building the capacity of CSOs and executing awareness campaigns to strengthen the community’s demand for education.

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This position is housed in Abuja, Nigeria, reporting to the Community Mobilization Officer.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Establishes and trains new Community Coalitions or other local education support groups and committees
• Provides partner CSOs with day-to-day mentoring on project design, implementation, and monitoring.
• Supports the consistent application of training materials to strengthen CSO organizational management, HR and financial systems and provide technical support in community mobilization.
• Engages and serves as program focal point with CSOs and supported communities.
• Coordinates donor, stakeholder, and field staff visits to CSOs and communities.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• At least 5 years of experience in community outreach or community mobilization
• Demonstrated experience managing community engagement campaigns, preferably in the education sector
• Experience with international organizations’ community grants mechanisms
• Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing capacity building plans in culturally, politically, and security sensitive environments
• In-depth understanding of the role of civil society in development
• Demonstrated capacity in managing staff
• Bachelor’s Degree in International Development, Communications, Social Work, or other related field. Master’s degree preferred.

Local and regional candidates are encouraged to apply.

To apply, please send a short cover letter and CV to recruiting@crea-neiplus.com.

Please indicate the position for which you are applying in the Subject of the email.

Position Location:Abuja, Nigeria

Background:

Creative Associates International is a dynamic, fast-growing global development firm that specializes in education, economic growth, democratic institutions and stabilization. Based in Washington, D.C., Creative has a field presence in more than 15 countries with a strong client portfolio that includes the U.S. Agency for International Development and the State Department, among others. Since its founding in 1977, Creative has earned a solid reputation among its clients and is well-regarded by competitors and partners alike.

Project Summary:The Northern Nigeria Education Initiative Plus (NEI+) project works to improve the quality of and access to education in Northern Nigeria, equitably and sustainably.

Position Summary:The Office Manager will be responsible for organizing and coordinating office operations in order to ensure organizational effectiveness and efficiency.

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This position is housed in Abuja, Nigeria, reporting to the Senior Finance Specialist.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Organize office operations
• Prepare time sheets
• Control correspondences
• Review and approve supply requisitions
• Maintain office equipment
• Assign and monitor clerical and secretarial functions
• Maintain office records
• Ensure filing systems are maintained and up to date
• Ensure protection and security of files and records
• Ensure effective transfer of files and records
• Transfer and dispose records according to retention schedules and policies
• Ensure personnel files are up to date and secure
• Maintain and replenish inventory
• Check stock to determine inventory levels
• Anticipate needed supplies
• Verify receipt of supply
• Perform other related duties as required

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Sciences
• 5+ years’ experience in office management/administration Knowledgeable about USAID Rules and Regulations, previous experience working on USAID-funded projects is preferred.

Local and regional candidates are encouraged to apply.

To apply, please send a short cover letter and CV to recruiting@crea-neiplus.com.

Please indicate the position for which you are applying in the Subject of the email.

Position Location:Abuja, Nigeria

Background:

Creative Associates International is a dynamic, fast-growing global development firm that specializes in education, economic growth, democratic institutions and stabilization. Based in Washington, D.C., Creative has a field presence in more than 15 countries with a strong client portfolio that includes the U.S. Agency for International Development and the State Department, among others. Since its founding in 1977, Creative has earned a solid reputation among its clients and is well-regarded by competitors and partners alike.

Project Summary:The Northern Nigeria Education Initiative Plus (NEI+) project works to improve the quality of and access to education in Northern Nigeria, equitably and sustainably.

Position Summary:The Security Advisor in Abuja works with the HQ Security Manager to manage and coordinate all Creative security and safety programs, plans and policies relevant to the project including detailed security procedures that comply with Creative security policies. This will include emergency response drills and communication procedures for the project.

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This position is housed in Abuja, Nigeria, reporting to the Chief of Party (COP). The position regularly interacts with HQ Security Manager and collaborates with project staff. The incumbent may supervise local security manager in select technical areas.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Provide security, safety and risk mitigation advice and recommendations to the COP.
• Ensure that project staff complies with project security procedures.
• Monitor and analyze the ongoing threat environment faced by the project and brief the COP accordingly. Distribute threat warnings to all staff as appropriate. Ensure that appropriate risk migration measures are taken by the project to respond to the threats or changes in threats faced by the project. This is to include physical protection measures, safe working routines, movement restrictions, protection equipment and security staff provision, as required.
• Oversee movement control and coordination for the project, including driver and vehicle deployment and staff whereabouts.
• Oversee any security provider contracted by the project to ensure contractual compliance and performance of their duties, and act as the focal point of contact with the security provider.
• Report security incidents, violations and recommended corrective actions, as appropriate, to the COP, the appointing authority and the HQ Security Department.
• Ensure all new employee/contractor personnel receive appropriate security orientations and briefings
• Verify that all security devices such as locks, alarms, access systems and physical force protection measures are operational or reported for repair.
• Ensure visitor access and vehicle control systems are effective and appropriate for the threat environment.
• Work with the HQ Security Manager to maintain the project Crisis Response Plan in coordination with the COP, and ensure that the contact information contained therein is always up-to-date.
• Provide a weekly security report to the COP and HQ Security Department.
• Be able to assist with out-of-hours emergency response at the project, if needed.
• Serve as the liaison with the U.S. Embassy Regional Security Officer and/or equivalent U.S. Government personnel for project security matters, in coordination with the COP.
• Assist the project with business continuity planning, as required.
• Ensure that the Creative Sensitive Information (CSI) Plan is distributed to and is being followed by project staff
• Manage the Office Manager, Office Assistant, Drivers, IT specialist, Janitors and all other administrative staff;
• In conjunction with program staff, oversee administration and logistical support to program activities, including program events and general program workshops
• Manage project team in an open and respectful manner, working with local staff to build their competencies and capacity.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field, or equivalent experience
• A minimum of 5 years of security management experience in the context of international development
• Familiarity with Security, HR, finance, logistics, procurement and administrative systems
• Experience implementing security policies, procedures and protocols
• Previous experience with USAID-funded projects
• Demonstrated ability to work well in teams and in a collaborative environment
• Excellent organizational skills, detail-oriented and flexible work style
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Proficiency in the use of computers and Microsoft Office software
• Ability to multitask
• Demonstrated ability to handle confidential and/or sensitive information
• Appreciation of and ability to work effectively in, diverse work environments
• Field-based security and crisis management experience
• Previous work experience in hostile, post-conflict environments
• Work experience abroad, preferably in the international development arena.

Local and regional candidates are encouraged to apply.

To apply, please send a short cover letter and CV to recruiting@crea-neiplus.com.

Please indicate the position for which you are applying in the Subject of the email.

Position Location:Abuja, Nigeria

Background:

Creative Associates International is a dynamic, fast-growing global development firm that specializes in education, economic growth, democratic institutions and stabilization. Based in Washington, D.C., Creative has a field presence in more than 15 countries with a strong client portfolio that includes the U.S. Agency for International Development and the State Department, among others. Since its founding in 1977, Creative has earned a solid reputation among its clients and is well-regarded by competitors and partners alike.

Project Summary:The Northern Nigeria Education Initiative Plus (NEI+) project works to improve the quality of and access to education in Northern Nigeria, equitably and sustainably.

Position Summary:The Senior Finance Officer will be responsible for working under the Senior Finance Specialist to manage project expenditure and accounts for the NEI+ project in line with Creative’s Washington, DC financial systems.

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This position is housed in Abuja, Nigeria, reporting to the Senior Finance Specialist.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Process check requests and wire transfers for payments to vendors in compliance with contract requirements.
• Review and process vendor and consultant fee payments in accordance with USAID and Creative account procedures and contract policies.
• Process local-hire’s monthly payroll.
• Work with the Senior Finance Specialist to develop annual budgets.
• Assist the Senior Finance Specialist with developing spreadsheet programs for tracking and monitoring all financial activities, and maintain spreadsheets with current project expense data. Provide the Senior Finance Specialist with updated monthly cost reports.
• Draft quarterly financial reports and monthly ad hoc reports on financial status of project expenses and budget information; submit to the Senior Finance Specialist for review and approval.
• Respond to vendor inquiries regarding status of vouchers, payments, and budget submissions.
• Liaise with the Grants Manager in implementation of grants mechanism and assist to assure the smooth operation of the mechanism.
• With guidance and approval of the Senior Finance Specialist, draft documents for and execute wire transfers from the home office in Washington, DC.
• Manage the process of clearing bills, payments, and vouchers from the Abuja office; in concert with the Senior Finance Specialist, affect the transfer of project funds from the central account to field accounts.
• Work closely with the home office in Washington, DC to ensure reconciliation of monthly expense reports, and respond to any inquiries they may have.
• Participate in ongoing analysis, forecasting, and reviewing of project expenses.
• Oversee project procurement in accordance with the project contract and USAID and Creative requirements and regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Senior Finance Specialist.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Sciences
• 5+ years’ experience in international development project financial management
• Knowledgeable about USAID Rules and Regulations, previous experience working on USAID-funded projects is preferred.

Local and regional candidates are encouraged to apply.

To apply, please send a short cover letter and CV to recruiting@crea-neiplus.com.

Please indicate the position for which you are applying in the Subject of the email.

Position Location:Abuja, Nigeria

Background:

Creative Associates International is a dynamic, fast-growing global development firm that specializes in education, economic growth, democratic institutions and stabilization. Based in Washington, D.C., Creative has a field presence in more than 15 countries with a strong client portfolio that includes the U.S. Agency for International Development and the State Department, among others. Since its founding in 1977, Creative has earned a solid reputation among its clients and is well-regarded by competitors and partners alike.

Project Summary:The Northern Nigeria Education Initiative Plus (NEI+) project works to improve the quality of and access to education in Northern Nigeria, equitably and sustainably.

Position Summary:The Senior System Strengthening Specialist will be responsible for overseeing all systems and policy-related activities.

****Reporting & Supervision:****

This position is housed in Abuja, Nigeria, reporting to the Deputy Chief of Party.

Primary Responsibilities:

• facilitate a process with state governments and other stakeholders to map and review existing education policy frameworks, especially around systems, access, reading instruction, and assessment;
• work with FMOE, SMOEs, UBEC, NMEC, SUBEB, SAME, MORA to provide support to sustain existing policy initiatives and facilitate development and implementation of new policies, particularly in the areas of systems, access, reading instruction, assessment, and accountability;
• support implementation and monitoring of policy action plans as part of the reading improvement strategy;
• facilitate policy review meetings with regard to reading and access to track progress in implementing new policies, identify corrective actions to speed implementation, and develop tools to assess impact;
• improve the capacity of government education officials to develop leadership, managerial, and supervisory skills to effectively implement policies and regulations with regard to access and reading;
• provide coaching on various issues including data analysis and evidence-based decision making, monitoring, and staff mentoring;
• support dissemination of new policies and opportunities for bottom-up feedback at all levels through state-level workshops involving government education officials; community meetings; IT; paper publications; and ongoing media campaigns.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• At least 5 years of experience in a leadership position responsible for developing policy frameworks, preferably in the field of education
• Demonstrated experience working with government agencies, actors, and other stakeholders at the national and state levels
• Demonstrated expertise in policy mapping
• Demonstrated capacity to lead workshops, trainings, and strategic planning sessions
• Experience in Monitoring and Evaluation
• Masters Degree in Public Policy or related field. Master’s degree strongly preferred.

Local and regional candidates are encouraged to apply.

To apply, please send a short cover letter and CV to recruiting@crea-neiplus.com.

Please indicate the position for which you are applying in the Subject of the email.

Job Description

ROLE PURPOSE

The purpose of this role is to manage and maintain the country office MEAL resource bases; to feed into organisational reporting processes and strategic decision making; to strengthen existing knowledge of monitoring, evaluation and learning at the Country office level and area/field offices; and to provide support to monitoring, evaluation and learning in cross-cutting themes, as necessary.

DURATION OF CONSULTANCY

This consultancy is for a period of six(6) months with an opportunity for a permanent role subject to satisfactory performance on the job.

KEY AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY

Manage and maintain country office MEAL resource bases -Manage the research/evaluation pipeline and facilitate the quality check and summary of evaluations received -Ensure research/evaluations are catalogued in an accessible manner to enable technical review and extraction of learning -Maintain the catalogue of Monitoring and Evaluation training resources -Support the maintenance and continued improvement of the research registry/lessons learned

Support to organisational reporting processes -Contribute to the production of country office annual reports and country annual plans -Ensure access to key information / documentation using the shared drive -Contribute to organisational knowledge management initiatives to improve dissemination of key learning and achievements support the annual Total Reach process, liaising with advisors in thematic teams, and producing reports for internal and external audiences, as necessary

Support knowledge management and learning initiatives at the country office -Facilitating monitoring, evaluation and learning trainings -Support the extraction and analysis of learning from a range of data sources -Develop and use appropriate communication formats and methods for the dissemination of analysed learning

Other -Provide support to Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning in cross-cutting themes, as necessary -Support the development of M&E frameworks and systems; support the design of baselines, needs assessments and surveys -To perform such other tasks and responsibilities as may be required from time to time in order to ensure the smooth running of the MEAL team

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

Essential -At least a Bachelor’s Degree in related field and 2 years of professional experience. -Previous experience with other local and international NGOs -Advanced computer literacy (MS Office applications, web-based applications and advanced statistical package utilization e.g SPSS,STATA-12,DHIS etc) -Excellent data management and IT skills, and experience of finding practical ways to manage data using IT solutions; good knowledge of Microsoft Excel -Good understanding of a range of methods for monitoring, evaluation and assessment to promote evidence-based learning -Some knowledge of qualitative and quantitative data collection methods -Strong communications skills (both written and verbal). The ability to analyse complex data and summarise it for a range of different audiences. -Fluency in English, spoken and written -Ability to work within a team setting -Good interpersonal skills -A flexible and initiative-taking attitude with the ability to manage and prioritise workload -Ability to work in partnership with government and other NGO’s staff

Desirable -Good understanding of accountability principles in terms of donors and organisational management but critically also to beneficiaries. -Fluency in Hausa language, spoken and written

Interested applicants should please click on the link below to apply; http://savethechildrenng.simplicant.com/jobs/19371-monitoring-evaluation-accountability-and-learning-officer-consultancy/detail?rid=1937145&utm_campaign=job-board&utm_medium=web&utm_source=ReliefWeb

Position Location:Abuja, Nigeria

Background:

Creative Associates International is a dynamic, fast-growing global development firm that specializes in education, economic growth, democratic institutions and stabilization. Based in Washington, D.C., Creative has a field presence in more than 15 countries with a strong client portfolio that includes the U.S. Agency for International Development and the State Department, among others. Since its founding in 1977, Creative has earned a solid reputation among its clients and is well-regarded by competitors and partners alike.

Project Summary:The Northern Nigeria Education Initiative Plus (NEI+) project works to improve the quality of and access to education in Northern Nigeria, equitably and sustainably.

Position Summary:The Senior Teacher Education Specialist will be responsible for providing technical leadership for all teacher education activities, including leading and coordinating the teacher education and systems support activities at the national and state level. The position requires experience with teacher training policy and practice, designing programs for data collection and analysis, and personnel management.

****Reporting & Supervision:****

This position is housed in Abuja, Nigeria, reporting to the Senior Reading Specialist.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Lead integrated state and LGEA, SUBEB, and SBMC working groups and steering committees in the following tasks:
• Identification of education priorities
• Assessment of education standards
• Review and strengthen instructional quality and teacher performance assessments
• Strengthen instructional quality standards
• Ensure technical coordination of state-level activities and obtain support from directorates and local government authorities as needed.
• Work closely with the Reading Specialist to manage support staff and consultants as needed to ensure the smooth implementation of project activities across technical areas.
• Ensure the timely production, coordination, and reporting of all data: quarterly reports, M&E data, financial information, etc.
• Support the development of reading curriculum and standards in colleges of education in collaboration with NCCE and state based colleges of education.
• Participate in regular meetings and maintain regular communication with state level team counterparts, and with the Senior Reading Specialist to ensure coherent planning, M&E practices, and project troubleshooting.
• Represent the project in major state meetings and events as appropriate.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Requires a Master’s Degree in education.
• At least eight years of experience in the education sector, with at least five years of a leadership role in a conflict or crisis-affected country context.
• The candidate must demonstrate at least five years of relevant technical experience working with activities that are of a similar scope to this activity.
• The candidate is also responsible for some monitoring and evaluation, with at least five years’ technical experience in developing and implementing monitoring and evaluation plans and results-based management.
• The candidate must be professionally proficient and fluent in written and spoken English.

Local and regional candidates are encouraged to apply.

To apply, please send a short cover letter and CV to recruiting@crea-neiplus.com.

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Environmental and Social Impact Assessment (ESIA) of Proposed Cassava Processing Plant

West Africa Food Markets Pilot

Abuja, Nigeria

Palladium develops and delivers solutions that create positive impact for communities, businesses, societies and economies. We transform lives and create enduring value by working with governments, corporations and non-profit organisations. Palladium is built on the idea that progress will be supported by four key pillars:

· International Development

· Strategy Execution Consulting

· Impact Investment

· Training and Events

We create positive impact through more than 100 current projects with more than 2000 employees operating in over 90 countries.

Introduction

The West Africa Food Markets Pilot Programme (WAFM) is a five-year DIFD-funded initiative implemented by The Palladium Group which seeks to increase the availability of staple foods and purchasing power of farmers in food-insecure regions of the Sahel as well as to increase their resilience to hunger and malnutrition during the regular hungry seasons and periodic shocks.

The purpose of this assignment is to establish the possible environmental and social impact of the proposed cassava processing plant of Psaltry International Company Limited prior to completing and signing grant agreement between the company and West Africa Food Markets Programme.

Primary Responsibilities

· Ascertain the possible environmental and social impacts of the grain processing factory;

· Identify potential environmental and social risks of the plant in the medium to long term;

· Define necessary steps to manage, mitigate, and monitor any possible negative impacts during the construction and operational phases of the project;

· Assemble, evaluate and present relevant baseline data on the environmental characteristics of the study area.

Essential Education and Experience Required

The consultancy services should be conducted by a technical person(s) with experience and qualifications in any of the following:

· A professional degree related to processing in the agriculture sector with at least 10 years applied experience;

· A professional degree in environment science, natural resource management or equivalent; have at least 10 years applied experience of work in resource management, conservation and development of agribusinesses;

· A professional degree in social science, economics or equivalent; have at least 10 years applied experience of conducting socio-economic analysis and assessment for agribusinesses; and preferably have experience in Nigeria;

· In addition the consultant will have experience in development economics, rural development, business development and general agriculture.

Work Rights

Candidates from West Africa are strongly preferred.

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Founded in 2013, Partners for Global Research and Development Group, LLC (PGRDG), is an 8(a) certified small business that specializes in the provision of services in international development, monitoring and evaluation, training and technical assistance, and medical research. Built upon formal Small Business Administration (SBA) and USAID-approved mentor-protégé agreements, PGRDG is an SBA-approved joint venture that supports three USAID contracts around the globe.

PGRDG uses evidence-based methods in evaluation, capacity building, gender, and policy development to achieve results in public health, governance, and natural resource management for our clients. Adept at identifying and recruiting exceptional talent to field assignments in the United States and abroad, PGRDG maintains a database of subject matter experts whose breadth of technical expertise has supported USAID-funded activities on five continents. PGRDG’s expert staff and consultants include experienced local partners providing maximum knowledge and responsiveness to local issues and cultural considerations.

PGRDG seeks a qualified Chief of Party candidate for an upcoming multi-year USAID-funded contract for conducting Mission wide monitoring and evaluation services in Nigeria. The purpose of the contract is to provide monitoring, evaluation and learning support services to improve development effectiveness. The intention is to enhance the Mission’s monitoring, evaluation, and learning capability and to ensure empirical evidence for programming, learning and adapting.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Chief of Party (COP) will serve as lead person responsible for coordinating and overseeing work under this contract, while ensuring quality control and compliance. The COP will:

• Lead all planning and implementation of activities. Provide management, strategic direction and oversight to the project/program’s technical, administrative and financial performance.
• Guide a team that includes a range of technical experts, administrative staff, and consultants to fulfill the project’s strategic goals and objectives.
• Manage all contract reporting and document production.
• Ensure compliance with USAID rules, regulations and policies while meeting project/program targets.
• Lead all coordination and liaise frequently and regularly with a variety of public and private stakeholders, including USAID staff, project participants, implementing partners, local, regional and national governments, international organizations and donors as well as staff in similar projects.
• Lead the design and ensure the responsiveness and quality of capacity building and technical assistance services delivered to USAID.
• Identify and anticipate issues related to strategy and implementation and ensure appropriate adjustments.
• Integrate gender and local context into strategy and activities.
• Attend local, regional and international meetings, as required.
• Act as the point of contact between the project, USAID, and PGRDG headquarters.
• Travel throughout Nigeria as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in monitoring and evaluation of international development programming. Familiarity with USAID’s objectives, approaches and operations, particularly as they relate to monitoring, evaluation, and learning is a plus.
• Deep experience leading complex research activities.
• Advanced degree in development or a related development field, such as Economics. A PhD is preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in the health and education sectors.
• Prior work experience in Nigeria is preferred.
• Experience supporting Mission senior management in a broad-gauged and big picture planning.
• Strong communication, supervision, and management skills and experience.
• Professional fluency in English.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint required.

Nigerian nationals are encouraged to apply.

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To support the GSK project to effectively deliver on the activities of the project. Support the national & state MNCH Advisor to ensure effective delivery of GSK activities in Lagos, Kaduna and Gombe states. He / She will support project roll out, and implementation; including ensuring that project outputs are delivered timely. The incumbent will:

i. Work with partners including governments at the respective states under the supervision of the MNCH Advisor and respond to issues needing GSK support.
ii. Work with SC procurement team to plan & follow through GSK procurement as planned
iii. Liaise with MNCH Advisor to collate monthly reports. iv. In collaboration with Admin, organise & participate in meetings, workshops, seminars as directed by MNCH Advisor taking minutes and developing reports of the meetings as contribution to knowledge management. v. Draft progress reports & quarterly reports and forward to the MNCH advisor for inputs and submission to the project Manager. vi. Perform other related duties as required by the MNCH Advisor. Proficiency.

Competencies

Professionalism • Ability and experience with working with a diverse stakeholders. • Motivated to work in a team to yield results. • Resilient in the face of challenges.

Planning and Organizing • Proven ability to plan, organize and manage his/her work.

Teamwork
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to establish and maintain effective partnerships and working relations in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity, including gender balance.

Qualifications/Requirements • Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in a science course, sociology, development studies
• Ability to work and interact well in teams and with diverse groups • Collaborative work approach • Excellent communication skills both oral and written • Computer literacy • Fluency in English • Ability and experience with working with a diverse stakeholders. • Motivated to work in a team to yield results. • Resilient in the face of challenges. Planning and Organizing • Proven ability to plan, organize and manage his/her work. Teamwork • Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to establish and maintain effective partnerships and working relations in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity, including gender balance.

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Purpose of the Position

Under the direct supervision of the Chief Field Operations P-5, accountable for programme, planning, design, implementation and administration of the total programme commitment of UNICEF Sudan Field Office in Blue Nile and Outposts in White Nile with a broad range of projects, in accordance with Country Programme Recommendation and Country Programme Management Plan, focused on achievement of UNICEF's Priorities.

Key Expected Results

Represent UNICEF at the state level at different forums, such as Humanitarian Coordination Team, Area Security Coordination, Inter-agency Coordination and other relevant meetings. In close liaison with local authorities and international humanitarian agencies coordinate the humanitarian response, ensure humanitarian access and promote protection of IDPs and host populations, especially children and women

Manage UNICEF Field Office in Blue Nile State and Outpost in While Nile State, and establish and maintain contact with National authority and local decision and technical policy-makers in different line ministries. Advocate for UNICEF’s mission, goals and strategies in both states. Ensures the preparation of the situation analysis and its periodic and ongoing updates for the Blue Nile and White States as the head of the field office. Prepare required documentation for the emergency as required. Prepare sectoral input to Country Programme Document (CPD) and all related documents, (eg Integrated Budget (IB), Country Programme Action Plan (CPAP), annual reports), for assigned programme/projects.

Participates in the formulation and development of emergency programme goals, strategies and approaches for UNICEF interventions and for the longer term UNICEF plan of cooperation. Plans, implements and monitors assigned activities ensuring UNICEF maintains lead co-ordination role in Education, Nutrition, WASH and Child Protection sub-clusters.

Participate in the formulation and implementation of early recovery and development programme goals, strategies and approaches for UNICEF interventions and for the longer term UNICEF cooperation as applies to Blue Nile and White States. Supervises, monitors and assists the programme staff in all sections in Field Office and Outpost to develop and implement RWPs and ensure attainment of programme goals and objectives.

Reviews and evaluates the technical, institutional and financial feasibility and constraints of programmes/projects in coordination and collaboration with UNICEF Khartoum, government and other partners.

Provides technical support to government and non-government organizations at the state and community levels in the planning, development and implementation stages of the programmes/projects. Plans, organizes and conducts training and orientation activities for government personnel and beneficiaries, for the purpose of capacity building at the central and regional levels, and expansion of coverage of services.

Undertakes regular field visits, and surveys in order to monitor and evaluate project implementation. Identifies problems and proposes remedial action. Identifies alternative courses of action, to accelerate/improve programme delivery.

Coordinates with Operations/Supply staff on supply and non- supply assistance activities. Approves disbursement of funds ensuring proper utilization and accountability, and that activities are within established plans of action, and the programme budget allotments.

Ensure sufficient measures are undertaken for safety and security of the staff. MORSS and MOSS are complied and other security advisories implementations are ensured. Staffs are provided opportunities of security related trainings. Prepare all programme reports for management, Board, donors, budget reviews, programme analysis, annual reports, etc.

Participates in the preparation of all programme reports for management, Board, donors, budget reviews, programme analysis, annual reports, etc.

Qualifications of Successful Candidate

EDUCATION

Advanced university degree in any of the following: Social Sciences, Public Administration, International Relations, Business Administration, Public Health, Education, or other fields related to the work of UNICEF.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Eight years of professional work experience at the national and international levels in social development, management, monitoring and evaluation.

LANGUAGES

Fluency in English and Arabic

Competencies of Successful Candidate

Core Values:

Commitment

Diversity and Inclusion

Integrity

Core Competencies

Communication [ II ]

Working with People [ II ]

Drive for Result [ II ]

Functional Competencies:

Leading and Supervising [ II ]

Formulating Strategies and Concepts [ II ]

Analyzing [ II ]

Relating and Networking [ II ]

Persuading and Influencing [ II ]

Creating and Innovating [ II ]

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Health & Nutrition Officer, NO-2, El-Deain, Sudan

Closing date: 01 December 2015

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

The health and nutrition officer will oversee health and nutrition programme interventions at the decentralized level towards the achievement of MDGs 1, 4 and 5 and the health and nutrition related sustainable development goals beyond 2015. The health and nutrition will in addition engage the partners and communities in selected high priority localities to support community based interventions towards ensuring sustainability of gains. The health and nutrition will coordinate nutrition partners on behalf of UNICEF as cluster lead and ensure UNICEF’s health and nutrition Core Commitments for Children during emergencies are fulfilled.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES and DUTIES & TASKS

Within the delegated authority and under the given organizational set-up, the incumbent may be assigned the primary, shared, or contributory accountabilities for all or part of the following areas of major duties and key end-results.

1. Accurate information, data analysis, and documentation are timely made available to contribute to situation analysis, sectoral input and reporting.

Assists the preparation and periodic update of the Situation Analysis by compiling Health & Nutrition data, analysing and evaluating relevant information and providing the technical input in a timely and accurate manner. Drafts chapters, prepares statistical data reports, and assists with preparation of sectoral input to the programme documents as required. Contributes to the consultation and coordination with key partners at all levels.

1. Technical assistance are provided in the implementation of integrated Health & Nutrition approaches through participation and collaboration with internal and external partners.

Provides technical assistance in the integration of the Health & Nutrition programme with other sectors in collaboration with other UNICEF sectors, particularly Health, Nutrition, CSD, HIV/AIDS. WASH, and programme communication. Contributes to build on intersectoral experience and establish partnerships to promote innovative approaches to address immediate and underlying determinants of maternal, newborn and child health and nutrition, recognizing that health and nutrition outcomes are not the results of action in the health and nutrition sectors alone.

Assists in the design, planning, monitoring and evaluation of the Health & Nutrition programme to be implemented in the locality.

Supports the improvement of programme delivery with emphasis on sustainability of intervention and community participation based on Human Rights framework and cross sector approach to programming and Community Capacity Development.

1. Work plan and objectives are effectively implemented and planned results are timely delivered through technical support and coordination.

Assists in the development of the sectoral work plan and technical decisions as well as for administration, implementation and monitoring of sectoral project activities. Analyses data and information, and drafts progress reports; drafts changes in project work plans, as required. Monitors to ensure objectives and targets are timely met and achieved, through effective coordination and collaboration, by participating in a teamwork of professional and support staff. Support maintenance of info system for monitoring gender sex aggregated data.

Assists in the planning and organizing training/development activities to upgrade the capacity of the Country Office staff as well as government and NGOs in the programme development, implementation and management of Health & Nutrition programme. Assists in Identifying training needs and conducts relevant orientation, workshop, training and learning/development activities for the staff as well as for government personnel and beneficiaries, in collaboration with knowledge institutions.

1. Project efficiency and effectiveness are enhanced through effective implementation follow-up.

Provides timely implementation follow-up, including monitoring UNICEF inputs, local conditions and resources, flow of supply and non-supply assistance, and project status to build on project efficiency and effectiveness.

Assists in identification and selection of Health & Nutrition supplies and equipment. Follows up on delivery of cash assistance and liquidation of advances and proper planning, delivery and use of supply component of the project. Ensures that activities are in accordance with plans of action. Records information on utilization of resources and distribution of supplies.

1. Project implementation progress is monitored for adjustment and improvement of program delivery and sustainability. Gender sex aggregated data and inputs provided relevant to the Health & Nutrition programme

Participates in the field visits to UNICEF project sites for monitoring project activities and local conditions, and follows up with local government counterparts and other partners on project implementation. Assists in identifying necessary action for programme adjustments, acceleration, improvement and sustainability. Assists government counterparts and other partners in the planning and management of Health and Nutrition Programme. Reports to supervisor and/or Head of Office the outcome of programme monitoring and review meetings with Government counterparts and all other relevant partners. Drafts changes in programme work plans as required.

1. Transparency is ensured for supply and non-supply assistance and disbursement of programme funds for Health & Nutrition.

Coordinating with Operations and Supply staff on supply and non-supply assistance activities, ensures UNICEF and Government partner and all implementing partners’ accountability. Liaises with local authorities to ensure timely submission of financial requests and reports. Monitors disbursements of funds, ensuring those activities are within established plans of action and programme budget allotments; and to orientate and train Government and UNICEF implementing partners in UNICEF supply and non-supply policies and procedures. Drafts financial status reports for management as required.

1. Effective partnership and working relationships are maintained for advocacy, technical coordination, information sharing and knowledge networking.

Exchanges information and knowledge with other programmes to contribute to achievement of overall country programme objectives. Assists in establishing effective monitoring, knowledge database/network and reporting systems to ensure the availability of current and accurate programme information/data, and contributes to the development of communication materials and strategies to support advocacy and community participation for Health & Nutrition; and to widen partnership with all stakeholder at national, regional, district, community and household levels as well as with funding partners including the private sector in order to accelerate achievement of Health and Nutrition related MDGs goals.

Keeps close contacts with external counterparts, including those of the UN and national partners, in order to improve the ability to collect and disseminate relevant data, exchange information on programme/project development and implementation. Shares knowledge, information, experience and lessons learned.

1. Up-to-date programme information is kept available and reports prepared to support the Health & Nutrition programme by the effective implementation of integrated monitoring system.

In consultation with monitoring and evaluation colleagues, conducts accurate and timely monitoring and data collection, and supports an integrated monitoring system, in consultation with all relevant stakeholders.

Assists with partners to ensure that monitoring systems are properly designed, and that data collection and analysis from field visits are coordinated and standardised across programmes to feed into to programme performance monitoring.

Analyses monitoring data, and provides feed-forward or recommends adjustment as appropriate to ensure achievement of programme objectives.

Assists in the timely preparation of annual sector status reports in compliance with the established guidelines and procedures. Assists in the drafting and preparation of programme reports for management, Board, donors, budget reviews, programme analysis, and annual reports, as required.

1. Emergency preparedness is maintained, and in emergencies, emergency responses are

effectively provided.

Assists in the implementation of emergency preparedness plan relating to Health & Nutrition. In case of emergency, assists in monitoring and assessing the nature and extent of the emergency in the assigned area. Provides assistance to the Country Office as required. In line with the Core Commitments for Children (CCCs) in Humanitarian Action, strengthens partnerships with the Health and Nutrition humanitarian actors’s within the Inter-Agency Standing Committee (IASC).

1. Other assigned duties and responsibilities are effectively accomplished.

Performs any other duties and responsibilities assigned as appropriate to the purpose of this post, and delivers the results as required.

QUALIFICATION and COMPETENCIES

1. Education

University degree in Public Health and Nutrition, Child Development, Water Sanitation, Public Administration, Social Policy, Social Development, Community Development, or other relevant disciplines.

1. Work Experience

Two years of professional work experience in planning, programming, implementation monitoring and evaluation of health programmes. Professional work experience in a programme management function or a technical expert capacity in child survival & health care.

Developing country work experience (for IP) or field work experience (for NO)

Background/familiarity with Emergency.

1. Language Proficiency

Fluency in English and Arabic

1. Competency Profile

i) Core Values

• Commitment

• Diversity and Inclusion

• Integrity

ii) Core Competencies

• Communication [II]

• Working with People [I]

• Drive for Results [I]

iii) Functional Competencies

• Formulating Strategies and Concepts [I]

• Analyzing [II]

• Applying Technical Expertise [II]

• Learning and Researching [II]

• Planning and Organizing [II]

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Position Water Supply Engineer

Place of Performance El Daein – East Darfur

Contract Duration 12 months with possibility of extension

Starting Date ASAP

OVERVIEW OF CTG GLOBAL

CTG Global is a managed service company specializing in Recruitment, Management Consultancy, Human Resources support services and Monitoring & Evaluation in post disaster and post conflict countries around the world.

CTG Global provides services to humanitarian organizations, government, non-governmental organizations and corporates that enables public and private sectors to focus on their core business and the achievement of their objectives in hostile and threatening environments as we provide a safe and secure environment for them to do so and alleviate them of their risks, crisis and personnel management problems.

OVERVIEW OF THE POSITION

East Darfur State is one of five Darfur states created in 2011 following the signing in May 2011 of the Doha Document for Peace in Darfur (DDPD). The state covers an area of 52,867 km2, extending roughly 350 km north-south from North Darfur to its border with the Republic of South Sudan, and up to 200 km east-west between West Kordofan and South Darfur States

Our Client signed an agreement with the European Union for the implementation of the Natural Resources Management (NRM) for Sustainable Livelihoods Program in East Darfur. Our Client is the lead agency for this program, which will be jointly implemented with the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP) and a consortium of NGOs, led by ZOA.

Water is identified by this project as one of the principal limiting factors bearing on livelihoods in East Darfur. The water supply infrastructure (water yards, rahads and hafirs) is degraded and insufficient for water user needs, and under current management approaches is financially unsustainable. The capacity of state government institutions, communities and other user groups to move beyond this apparent impasse is limited. Therefore, by drawing on the experience of our client in Sudan and elsewhere in Africa, the project will apply integrated water resource management (IWRM) approaches to the water sector to develop solutions to this set of problems.

In order to achieve these objectives, the project has identified the need to drill five (5) boreholes and one (1) surface water source at selected locations in different localities of East Darfur State.

In line with its initiative to strive for organizational excellence, our Clients Sudan Office belonging to the Ethiopia Operational Hub, is sourcing for a Water Supply Engineer to monitor and supervise the construction/rehabilitation of water yards in different Localities in East Darfur State.

GENERAL FUNCTIONS

The candidate will be responsible for undertaking the following tasks/deliverables, reporting to the Project Manager:

· Assess water needs, available resources, health risks and the capacity of existing systems for rural populations.

· Consult with the community, including women, about access, design, management of water systems.

· Identify suitable water sources (surface and ground water), confirm quality and quantity of water available, negotiate access to water resources and obtain relevant government approvals.

· Design and implement water storage and treatment systems including construction/installation and maintenance of bores, wells, small and large tanks, power supply, pumping, disinfection and water quality monitoring.

· Design and implement water distribution systems including pipe trenching, laying, pressure testing, access for cleaning/repair (incl. air/scour valves), pumping, power supply, water quality monitoring, household/communal water points, household collection and storage capacity.

· Investigate damage to water supply infrastructure and assess asset condition and capacity. Develop plans, budgets and programs for temporary services, repair, rehabilitation and reconstruction.

· Deliver training on water treatment, water quality testing, system management and maintenance to technical staff, partner organizations, government counterparts and community management teams.

· Prepare technical materials including drawings, BOQ, specifications for water supply infrastructure.

· Develop, negotiate and manage contracts with service providers (may include preparing tender documentation and evaluating capacity and quality of contractors).

· Supervise junior engineers, technical assistants, contractors and direct labour work teams.

· Liaise with other agencies/government bodies/donors to ensure coordination and works suitability.

· Participate in or facilitate Water, Sanitation & Hygiene (WASH) coordination meetings.

· Formalizing the service delivery options to ensure project sustainability and equitable access to water by rural communities.

ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE

Education:

University Degree in Engineering or other relevant field(s) and at least 5 years of practical, ‘hands-on’ experience in design, construction or operation of water supply systems.

Work Experience:

· Competency and experience in the use of the software packages for the preparation of engineering drawings (e.g. AutoCAD) is a must.

· Experience in carrying out institutional management capacity building is desirable.

· Work experience in conflict areas with challenging Government institutional environment similar to Darfur situation is desirable.

Key Competencies:

· Personal interest, commitment, flexibility and willingness to work in a team environment.

· Willingness to be located and work in East Darfur.

· Good client orientation and communication skills.

· Computer literacy.

· Must be fluent in English, written and oral.

Interested candidates should submit their CV along with their application letter via e-mail to careers@ctgglobal.com with reference to “BHJOB2678_937” in the subject line. Short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Ensure implementation of the M&E plan for Health & Child Survival programs including monitoring progress against planned activities, critical milestones and targets as well as providing support and guidance to program officers and government counterparts to ensure that the data collection, data management and reporting, are of the highest possible quality.

KEY AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY:

Objective 1: Coordinate Data Collection, Data Quality Management, Analysis and State level Reporting

• Participate in the design of program monitoring and evaluation tools (registers, reporting templates, data bases, etc.) to track Health and Child Survival projects
• In collaboration with MOH and relevant SC staff, ensure timely data collection, compilation and reporting according to program M&E plan
• Conduct monthly data analysis and prepare monthly program IPTT monitoring reports
• Ensure the program database is updated regularly
• Support program feedback meetings to communities, facilities and authorities
• Support the M&E Adviser to implement the DQA system including the conduct of data quality assessments according to the M&E plan
• Support the M&E Adviser in data management for rapid assessments, situational analysis, surveys, evaluations and other research as required
• Plan, forecast and facilitate the production and supply of M&E tools and materials to supported sites

Objective 2: Support Program Supervision, Monitoring and Evaluation

• Support the M&E Advisor to monitor Health and Child Survival projects at the intervention states and communicate provide findings and progress to Program Managers
• Participate in evaluation of Health and Child Survival projects, focusing on data management of evaluation datasets.
• Support the dissemination and use of evaluation and research reports and propose changes for improvement to the Health Team.

Objective 3: Support Documentation, Reporting, Knowledge Sharing and Effective Feedback Mechanism

• Support coordination of health projects monthly, quarterly, biannual and annual reviews and reports as required.
• Participate in dissemination of program information to communities, children, and other stakeholders through a regular feedback mechanism
• Manage the beneficiary complaints and feedback mechanism database
• Work with state teams to collect information on potential case studies and success stories
• Update shared drive and project team space with program monitoring documents regularly

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS Administrative & General Skills

• 5 years previous experience with local and international NGOs
• Previous experience in Health System Strengthening programs using the National HMIS software
• Advanced computer literacy (MS Office applications, web-based applications and advanced statistical package utilization example SPSS,STATA-12,DHIS)
• Fluency in English, Hausa spoken and written
• Ability to work in partnership with government and development partners
• Good interpersonal skills
• Ability to work within a team setting
• Independence, adaptability and flexibility
• Excellent communication skills

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