Country Representative

Location - Nigeria

Start Date - April 2016

Tearfund is looking for a Country Representative to lead and deliver Tearfund's strategy in Nigeria. The role involves strategic planning, management of a partner portfolio, resource management, leadership and staff development, along with ensuring all aspects of in-country security, health and safety.

As an able leader you will have substantial proven experience in team and people development, community development, budget management, strategic planning and thinking, project management and evaluation. Ideally you will also have proven ability in securing and managing institutional funding.

You will be fluent in written and spoken English. Proficiency in Hausa would be an advantage. You will possess good interpersonal and negotiation skills and a strong awareness of integral mission. You will also need to be self disciplined, with the ability to work pro-actively, and be able to work effectively in a remote line management relationship.

This post may involve contact with children and the recruitment process will include specific checks related to child protection issues.

Applicants must have the right to live and work in Nigeria.

Salary 10,517,816 Naira gross per annum plus national benefits package.

http://jobs.tearfund.org/tearfund/jobs/vacancy/country-representative---nigeria-0881/907/description/

Introduction Nigeria has the largest population in Africa with a currently estimated population of over 175 million people1, increasing at 3.1 percent annually (2006 census). The total population of female aged 15-49 years, which constitute women of reproductive age, represents 51 percent of the total population of women; while adolescent girls aged 15-19 constitute over 11 percent of the same population . These segments of the population are major contributors to fertility as explained by the prevailing high Total Fertility Rate of 5.5; which ranges from as low as 4.7 in the urban to as high as 6.2 in the rural areas . Based on the 2013 NDHS, 13.7 percent of teenage girls in Nigeria are already mothers or pregnant with their first child and most of these girls lack access to appropriate health care arrangements for safe conditions during pregnancy, labour and delivery and the post-postpartum and neonatal period . This persistence of high maternal and perinatal mortality calls for a review of existing strategies. Adopting the Maternal and Perinatal Death Surveillance and Response (MPDSR), which is a veritable process of identifying both direct and indirect causal factors of these deaths, will enhance the efforts at preventing further deaths and provide more credible data than currently exists. The country’s health system has two broad categories: the public and the private-for-profit facilities. The public health facilities are stratified into three levels: the primary, secondary and tertiary. These are respectively operated by the Local Government Area, State and Federal Governments. It is estimated that the private sector accounts for about 72% of the secondary level health care facilities in Nigeria .

Background The expected medical and social outcome of every intended pregnancy is to have a healthy mother with a baby that is endowed with full potentials for its own existence and survival. This outcome is cherished in Nigeria that is home to one-in-five Africans, with its population of over 175 million , an estimated 1% of global population. Incidentally, the country accounts for a disproportionate 10% of global maternal deaths ; with the death of 33,000 women each year, and for every maternal death at least seven newborns die and a further four babies are stillborn . If the country’s quests to attain the Millennium Development Goals 4 & 5 by 2015 and be ranked among the top 20 leading global economies by 2020 are to remain on course, these mortality must be sharply reduced. Recent global estimates suggest that annual pregnancy-related deaths of more than 4.3 million continue to outstrip the combined burden of deaths from AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria of 3.9 million, despite international efforts . Almost 99% of these deaths occur in the developing countries while Sub-Sahara Africa accounts for more than half of all. A similar pattern applies to perinatal deaths. A major reason for the wide disparity in these burdens of maternal and perinatal deaths across countries rest in the manner the problem is confronted; whereas known evidence-based interventions are deployed into preventing maternal and perinatal deaths in the developed countries, this is less applicable to their developing counterparts. Secondly, for every maternal and perinatal death that occurred in the former, a review is carried out to understand and identify gaps in services that warranted the death with a view to preventing recurrences. This medical audit process, which compels the health system to reflect on what might have gone wrong at each maternal death is non-existent in many developing countries including Nigeria .Researches on maternal and perinatal mortality in Nigeria and elsewhere have shown that the leading causes of both are linked and are preventable. In Nigeria, the common causes of maternal deaths are hemorrhage, infections, hypertensive diseases, obstructed labour and unsafe abortion; similarly, most perinatal deaths result from perinatal hypoxia, preterm delivery and infection 2. Although these factors prevail in both developed and developing countries, the issues are compounded in the latter by the socio-cultural milieu, poverty, lack of essential amenities and deficient health care services. Although these sporadic surveys have given these broad insights into the determinants of maternal and perinatal deaths, their findings fall short of the needed information for preventing future deaths in the different locations and settings of Nigeria where large numbers of deaths of mothers and newborns occur.

Purpose of Consultancy The Purpose of this consultancy is to Edit The National Guidelines and tools for Maternal and Perinatal Death Surveillance and Response in readiness for printing. This will in turn facilitate the scale up of its implementation.

Key Skills/ Experience and Tasks.

1. An experienced Editor with specialization in Health or related fields, of not less than 10 years in practice.
2. Have been involved or managed MNCH projects in the past.
3. Past experience in development/ review of similar documents will be a major advantage.
4. Must have sound communication, analytical and writing skills
5. As at when necessary liaise with the State Ministries of Health, NPHCDA, FMOH, NGOs and other key stakeholders in the process of executing this consultancy.

Deliverable.

1. Revised National Guidelines and Tools on Maternal and Perinatal Deaths surveillance and Response in electronic versions.
2. A comprehensive report of the consultancy.
3. All submissions shall be in both electronic and hard copies.

To apply for this position, kindly follow this link:

http://savethechildrenng.simplicant.com/jobs/19839-editing-consultant-maternal-and-prenatal-death-surveillance-and-response-in-nigeria-guideline/detail?rid=1983947&utm_campaign=job-board&utm_medium=web&utm_source=reliefweb.int

Please note that applications will be treated as they are received and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. In order to apply for more great opportunities, please visit our website on www.savethechildren.net/jobs. For more information and to support our work, please visit our website on www.savethechildren.net Our selection processes reflect our commitment to safeguard children from abuse. Our people are as diverse as the challenges we face. WOULD YOU LIKE TO MAKE AN IMPACT ON CHILDREN’S LIVES? JOIN US!!!

About VSO
VSO is the world’s leading independent international development organisation that works through volunteers to fight poverty in developing countries. Our high-impact approach brings people together to share skills, build capabilities, promote international understanding and action to change lives and make the world a fairer place.

Role overview
The Private Sector Development Advisor will facilitate the development of viable economic models that link farmers to private sector markets. This includes facilitating partnerships between the target communities and the private sector, as well as with service providers such as technical institutions, producer and marketing institutions/agencies, financial institutions, other NGOs and local and international research institutes and Niger State’s relevant line Ministries of Agriculture and Trade.

Skills, qualifications and experience required

• You have a university degree in Business Administration or any of the Social Sciences
• You have a minimum 4 years relevant experience in project management preferably for an agri-business and/or market based project
• You have a good understanding of the workings of the private sector and markets
• You have proven experience in entrepreneurship capacity building for SME development and support to rural community business management
• Experience in value chain development and application of innovative financial mechanisms and entrepreneurship
• You are able to work well in a team

If you’re interested in applying for this role, please follow this link (http://www.vsointernational.org/volunteer/vacancies?jobid=a0mD0000007eLOwIAM) and download the job description to read more details about the position and the skills and experience we’re looking for. To submit your application, click on ‘Apply now’ and complete all relevant fields on the online application form.

We'll ask you to commit to 12 months to make a sustainable impact through your work. In return, we'll give you comprehensive financial, personal and professional support. We'll provide you with extensive training before your placement, and our financial package includes a local living allowance, return flights, accommodation, insurance and more. VSO in-country team and the network of other VSO volunteers will also support you throughout your placement. When you return to your home country, we'll help you to resettle and many of our returned volunteers stay involved with us long after their placement ends.

Volunteering with VSO is life changing. You can find out more about volunteering with VSO at: http://bit.ly/1H0wQD9.

Marie Stopes International Organisation Nigeria (MSION) is a results-orientated Social Business, which uses modern management and marketing techniques to provide reproductive health care and allied services. MSION’s goal is to meet the needs of underserved Nigerians and dramatically improve access and use of a range of reproductive health services.

MSION is part of Marie Stopes International’s Global Partnership which is in over 42 countries worldwide.

The core responsibility of this post is to use your:

￭ initiative ￭ energy ￭ persistence ￭ results orientation
￭ drive ￭ integrity ￭ enthusiasm ￭ commitment to personal development
To further MSI’s partnership mission: enabling individuals to have children by choice not chance.

Job Title: MS Ladies Coordinator
Location: Abuja
Reporting to: Assistant Director – Technical Services
Duration of contract: 2 years (renewable)
Probationary period: 6 months

Key Responsibilities
The MS Ladies Coordinator reports to the Assistant Director-Technical Services. S/he will provide administrative and programme support to the Assistant Director-Technical Services.

The post is part of the Programmes Operations Team which aims to deliver programmes of high impact across the majority of Nigeria’s states using four integrated channels of intervention: Social Franchise, Outreach, Sales and Marketing and Centre. Within this team the MS Ladies Coordinator uses his or her excellent understanding of clinical service delivery within a business model to develop a self-sustaining MS Ladies channel that will attract donors' interest and ensure possible funding in the future.

Key duties in relation to the responsibilities:

Responsibility KPI

1. Strategic development of the MS Ladies channel for targeted growth and impact through increased CYPs

2. A highly motivated, cost effective and high performing MS Ladies network.

3. Business leadership: development and delivery for a sustainable network of MS Ladies franchisees

4. Oversight of the performance of the channel against budget, targets and donor reporting
   Nos. of MS Ladies recruited and services delivered
   Impact figures and cost/CYP

Staff numbers/MS Ladies
Efficiency targets met
Innovation

Proposals in line with strategies and implementation on track
No of Proposal developed/funded

Donor compliance
Financial performance
Accurate reports submitted on time
QTA Performance

1. Strategic development of the channel for increased CYPs
   Activities include
   • Clear on-going analysis of the situation in which MS Ladies performs and the business model needed.
   • Identification of opportunities and threats for intervention given Nigeria’s context for FP and PAC
   • Analysis of MSION’s strengths and weaknesses in responding to developing context and needs
   • Active networking to identify allies and partners for increased impact
   • Regular presentation to SMT on developing thinking and plans based on analysis of results data and team management;
   – KPI - Strategic plans, Presentations and agreements

2. A highly motivated, cost effective and high performing MS Ladies network delivery team
   Activities include
   • Recruitment of MS Ladies in line with funding ability
   • MS Ladies development and training
   • Individual performance oversight
   • Explore other business ventures that will add value to MSION preposition to the MS Ladies to ensure retainership
   – KPI - Org charts communicated, Team dashboard, Team targets communicated and tracked Performance

3. Business leadership: development and delivery for a sustainable network of MS Ladies
   Activities include
   • Successful Proposal development for the channel integrated with others where appropriate
   • Excellent delivery of work against contract requirements
   • Innovative and effective delivery of a value proposition that ensures sustainable MS Ladies network (package of product deals, technical support etc)
   • Ensure quality and impact is maintained de-listing (with SMT approval) where necessary
   • Implementation of SOPs
   – KPI - Target volume of funds met; Contract obligations met; CYP; Cost/cyp; Other Donor Specific metrics; ; Innovations; QTA scores

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

Knowledge
• A degree in medicine/nursing/midwifery or equivalent experience in particular in relation to running a similar health delivery project
• Experience in Family Planning clinical skills will be an advantage
• Project management/development qualification will be an advantage
• Good knowledge of the health sector in Nigeria will be an important advantage
• Computer literate
• Fluent in spoken and written English

Specifically, S/he will :

1. Collate monthly, quarterly and annual MS Ladies reports flowing from each regional Managers;
2. Serve as contact person for all MS Ladies report with MSI;
3. Produce MSION monthly MS Ladies fact sheet to track performance;
4. Update MSION MIS dashboard in the reception;
5. Follow up with all project managers to ensure that agreed task are delivered as scheduled;
6. Manage and report periodically on the implementation of MSION annual work-plan among others.

Qualifications:
• A first degree in medicine/nursing/midwifery or equivalent experience in public health or related discipline required

Experience:
• At least four years post NYSC experience
• Experience in USAID / DFiD or other donor funded projects an asset
• Experience in project management

Skills:
• Proven excellent technical oral, written, and editing abilities
• Ability to present and write for multiple audiences
• Extensive working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Ability to work well with others in team environments
• Must be able to satisfy stakeholders
• Should be able to work in deadline driven/results orientated atmospheres
• Strong people management skills
• Strategic guidance and planning skills

Attitude / Motivation:
• Motivated personally and professionally to develop
• Willingness to travel as requested

Interested candidates should apply by email with CV and suitability statement as a single attachment to career@mariestopes.org.ngnot later than Tuesday 8th December 2015.MSION is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to achieving gender balance within the organization. Female candidates are encouraged to apply.

The subject of the email should be the POSITION TITLE/LOCATION and the CV/Suitability statement should be saved in theapplicant’s full name. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Management Sciences for Health (MSH) saves lives and improves health by helping public and private organizations throughout the world to effectively manage people, medicines, money, and information. Working from more than 30 country offices and our Arlington, Virginia and Medford, Massachusetts US headquarters, our staff from 65 nations is highly regarded for its technical expertise, integrity, and commitment to making a lasting difference in health. We live by our mission to save lives and improve the health of the world’s poorest and most vulnerable people by closing the gap between knowledge and action in public health.

MSH is seeking highly qualified candidates for an anticipated five-year USAID funded malaria program in Nigeria. This program will strengthen delivery of malaria case management: delivery of quality services for management of malaria and its complications, prevention of malaria in pregnancy, and integrated community case management. Availability of the position is contingent upon issuance of a USAID funding mechanism, and selection of final applicant is subject to USAID approval. Preference will be given to candidates with relevant experience in Nigeria.

The Chief of Party leads and manages the project and is accountable for project deliverables and results, with full accountability and authority for the development, execution, and monitoring of the project, including (1) vision and technical strategy; (2) project management; (3) documentation and communication; (4) client(s) and stakeholder(s) relationships; and (5) coordination and synergy with other MSH projects and collaboration with the MSH Country Representative and the Country Operations Management Unit (COMU). In the role of Chief of Party, s/he ensures that the Program has a strategic vision of success, and deploys all resources – financial, technical, and human - in support of these strategies and plans. S/he is aware of and adheres to MSH’s Procurement Integrity standards and procedures in all project management responsibilities.

Specific Responsibilities

1. The Chief of Party oversees implementation of program activities and provides high quality technical and strategic leadership, managerial oversight, and administration of the project.

2. S/he serves as the primary project liaison from MSH to the donor and is accountable for the achievement of results, ensuring quality of services is maintained at the highest standard, and that all project objectives and deliverables are met.

3. S/he adapts and implements management systems with standard operating procedures to administer all activities funded by the agreement, ensuring sufficient financial staff for disbursing all local costs under this project, monitoring and tracking expenditures, and preparing financial reports of project expenditures for submission to USAID.

4. The Chief of Party collaborates with partners, donor, and stakeholder representatives, building and maintaining productive relationships.

5. S/he supervises direct reports with a particular focus on achievement of their key tasks and project deliverables.

6. S/he communicates, implements, and assures adherence to MSH and project policies, guidelines and values; develops staff skills and knowledge; and facilitates supervisee success and professional development whenever possible.

7. The Chief of Party serves as the primary liaison for communication with USAID/Nigeria, US Government representatives, partners, civil society organizations, appropriate officials from the Government of Nigeria and representatives from other donor and development agencies.

Qualifications

• A Masters’ degree in a relevant field (management, public health, international development) from an accredited college or university.
• Experience in public health in developing and/or transitional countries managing the operational and organizational aspects of similar health projects including staff supervision and oversight of operational procedures and policies; preference given to those with experience in Nigeria.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and communicate a common vision among diverse partners and the ability to lead multidisciplinary teams.
• A minimum of 10 years of project management experience (of which at least half is in a senior management position) in large, multi-year international health sector development programs that increase uptake of evidence based interventions in malaria or MNCH.
• Demonstrated subject-matter expertise in malaria and two or more of the following areas: health service delivery, service quality improvement, malaria prevention, malaria treatment and diagnosis, behavior change communications, capacity building, and monitoring and evaluation.
• Track record of strong commitment to sharing knowledge, documenting experiences, supporting creative initiatives, and sharing credit.
• Outstanding interpersonal, communication, cross-cultural, collaboration and negotiation skills are essential.
• Ability to delegate effectively
• Demonstrated ability to make timely effective decisions
• Willingness to travel within project areas as needed.
• Excellent written communication in English is required.

EEO Statement

Management Sciences for Health is an equal opportunity employer offering employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, citizenship, physical or mental disability, or protected veteran status.

Reports To

Project Director

Visit the MSH website to APPLY!

https://jobs-msh.icims.com/jobs/8408/chief-of-party--malaria-proposal-in-nigeria/job

MSH seeks candidates for the position of State Team Leader for an anticipated multi-million dollar USAID 3 to 5 year health project in Northern Nigeria. The project will focus on support for service delivery in six interventions areas: family planning, malaria, routine immunization, nutrition, maternal/newborn health, and treatment of pneumonia/diarrhea. The position will be based in Northern Nigeria.

The State Team Leaders assist the Chief of Party in leading the project activities in the designated states. The estimated period of performance is 3-5 years, depending on availability of funds. These positions are contingent upon MSH receiving the project award. There are 3 positions, one in each State. The State Team Leaders manage all activities within their State and supervise the State-level Specialists of the Project, integrating the activities into a single strategic approach at the federal, state, local government, and community levels. He or she assists the COP in providing oversight and technical direction to the Project and collaborates with the COP on the appropriateness and quality of interventions. Along with the COP, he or she serves as a technical liaison between the Project and other donors and stakeholders operating in Nigeria.

Specific Responsibilities

1. Lead MSH and partners activities in the RMNCH project within the state. Oversee the work of State Advisors. Ensure that the work of each technical area is coordinated at all levels, from federal to community level. Ensure that technical workplans are linked so that the monitoring and evaluation plans are integrated.

2. Define specific, quantifiable performance indicators and targets for programs and reporting results. Work with the Monitoring and Evaluation Advisor to assess activity progress to ensure that the project maintains close adherence to work plans and meets designated milestones, deliverables, and benchmarks.

3. With the Chief of Party, adapt and implement management systems with standard operating procedures to administer all activities funded by the contract. Ensure there is sufficient financial staff for disbursing all local costs under this project, monitoring and tracking expenditures, and preparing financial reports of project expenditures for submission to USAID.

4. With the Chief of Party, ensure that the program has adequate staff to carry out high-quality work and that staff are recruited and hired in accordance with state-level, federal-level, donor, and MSH requirements.

5. In partnership with COP, meet regularly with USAID and other stakeholders to share progress, accomplishments, and challenges. Consult regularly with USAID on the current and future strategic direction.

6. Supervise staff as assigned. Supervisory responsibilities include, but are not limited to, regularly meeting with supervisees to discuss issues, track work progress, provide guidance and support, and ensure consistent quality of work performed; conducting Performance Plan and Reviews; communicating, implementing, and ensuring adherence to MSH policies, guidelines, and values; developing staff skills and knowledge; approving time sheets; and facilitating supervisee success whenever possible.

7. Perform other duties as assigned by the COP.

Qualifications

1. Post graduate degree in public health, public administration or management, or a combination of equivalent relevant experience and education.
2. Minimum of 8 years’ experience managing RH/FP, or MCH, or integrated health projects in a developing country setting. Experience managing professional and financial resources on a similar scale amid the constraints of developing country health systems.
3. Substantial experience working within Nigeria, especially Northern or Southern states.
4. Demonstrated competence in assessing priorities and in managing a variety of activities in a time-sensitive environment, and in meeting deadlines with attention to detail and quality.
5. Demonstrated ability to lead a technical team to meet project objectives in multiple country sites and across multiple technical areas.
6. Familiarity with and understanding of US Government regulations and administrative procedures.
7. Proven ability to communicate well with, motivate, guide, and direct all levels of staff. Direct senior staff supervision experience required.
8. Proven record of aligning diverse, multi-level teams with project mission and vision.
9. Track record of strong commitment to sharing knowledge, documenting experience, supporting creative initiatives, and sharing credit.
10. Demonstrated strategic agility, diplomacy, conflict management, team building, written and oral communication, and negotiation skills. Sensitivity to local cultures and traditions.
11. Fluency in English, including reading, understanding, and speaking, with the ability to conduct business in English; excellent skills in drafting business correspondence. Advanced proficiency in Hausa required.
12. Willingness and ability to travel within Nigeria at least 50% time.

EEO Statement

Management Sciences for Health is an equal opportunity employer offering employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, citizenship, physical or mental disability, or protected veteran status.

Reports To

Chief of Party

Visit the MSH website to apply!

https://jobs-msh.icims.com/jobs/8599/state-team-leader---rmnch-nigeria/job

Title: Programme & Development Communications Intern

Organization: LITE-Africa

Contract: 3-6 months

Location: Effurun-Warri, Delta State, Nigeria (Headquarters)

**Please answer questions listed below if interested in this position.**

About LITE-Africa

Leadership Initiative for Transformation and Empowerment formerly NIDPRODEV is one of the leading NGOs located in the Niger Delta of Nigeria. Nigeria is the most populous nation in Africa with a population of over 130 million from about 250 tribes. The vast, swampy terrain of the Niger Delta region supports almost 20 million people, most in isolated communities accessible only by boat.

The Niger Delta, with its vast oil deposits, serves as the economic nerve center of the Nigeria Federation. Crude oil accounts for over 85% of Nigeria’s revenue, yet those who live in the delta suffer from lack of basic infrastructure services, few educational opportunities, and oil-related environmental destruction having a devastating economic, health and cultural impact on the region.

During LITE’s 16 years of operation, we have been involved in many high profile and successful projects in the Niger Delta. This is an excellent region in which to experience a variety of conflict and development issues first-hand. On the next page is a list of the projects that we have worked on. We would like to note that other projects and activities may, and will likely, arise that the intern can participate in.

About the Internship

Timing for the internship is flexible – we are open to having interns on a rolling basis throughout the year, although our maximum would be hosting two interns at any time. Minimum time for an internship would be 3 months, while longer commitments are welcome.

This is an unpaid internship; estimates of the costs associated with the internship (travel, food, misc) have been included below. LITE will assist with all logistical issues. Because of the challenging nature of this region, the successful intern will have demonstrated developing world experience. This opportunity is primarily intended for graduate students, although exceptions may be made for outstanding undergraduate students.

Interns will support the work of the organization in the following capacities:

• Provide support in the implementation of several ongoing projects.
• Assist in the proposal development process including producing sections of proposals.
• Produce research on topics of interest to the organization and produce relevant articles.
• Actively participate in staff meetings and collaborate in the development of best practices.
• Update the organization’s website and social media outlets.
• Collate and assemble materials for various communication purposes.
• Provide editorial support to staff.

For interns interested in research, there is also the potential for support and guidance related to academic research that interns want to conduct while living in the region. Interns are encouraged to engage in other projects that will enhance their internship; additionally other duties may be assigned by management from time to time.

Some of LITE-Africa’s Past and Current Projects

Promoting Effective Niger Delta Institutions through Improved Social Accountability (PENDISA)- LITE-Africa is implementing a Strengthening Advocacy and Civic Engagement project (SACE) in Delta and Ondo States aimed at improving effectiveness of the Niger Delta Institutions in the area of good governance, transparency and accountability. This intervention will strengthen relationships between Niger Delta communities and institutions peculiar to the Niger Delta through the sharing of information from the Citizens Report Card (CRC) which become effective instruments for strengthening citizen voice for greater accountability in services delivery. Financed by USAID/PIND.

Strengthening Youth Engagement in Development (SYED) programme: LITE Africa implemented a Dawn in the Creeks Project (DITC) in Delta state which seeks to address the risk of destabilizing violence in the Niger Delta during the 2015 election period by promoting nonviolence approaches to community problem solving and changing the narratives of the Niger Delta. This was done by conducting a training on Conflict Transformation, Civic education and Advocacy for 120 community youths to enable them develop strategies of transforming violent conflict into opportunity for peaceful co-existence. A football for peace competition was hosted among project communities to promote confidence across perceived 11 social divisions. Financed by US Department of State Bureau of Conflict and Stabilization Operations through Stakeholder Democracy Network (SDN).

Shell (SPDC) and Chevron (CNL) GMOU Deployment and Community Engagement Implementation– Programs involve building capacities of local communities to negotiate with SPDC and CNL regarding their new community engagement strategy, known as Global Memorandum of Understanding (GMOU). Projects during 2012 include mentoring and technical support to 5 CBOs formed through the GMoU and tasked with receiving and channeling funding received from oil companies operating in their communities.

Oxfam Novib Livelihood and Governance Program (ONLAG)– A program funded by Oxfam Novib that aims at enhancing existing livelihoods and providing alternative livelihoods to local communities, as a means of reducing poverty and increasing household disposable income. It has a component that focuses on governance and gender issues. The project began as a 2-year pilot project in 10 communities of Delta and Bayelsa States. The project was expanded for an additional 3 years, and 10 new communities in 2011. In 2012, we will assist community residents advocate for increased participation of women in community governance structures, develop and disseminate a comprehensive citizen report card assessing issues of governance, public service delivery and development in the 20 communities. Finally, we will provide livelihood, leadership, literacy and business management training to participants. Financed by Oxfam Novib.

Tomorrow is a New Day- Search for Common Ground received funding from European Commission’s Instrument for Stability for the implementation of this program. NIDPRODEV was recruited as an implementing partner for project activities in Delta State. The program aims at supporting community-level conflict resolution, reconciliation and reintegration of ex-militants and promoting peace in six trend setting communities across the Niger Delta. It will also facilitate community access to information and dialogue through the establishment of community radio stations in six communities of Delta, Rivers and Bayelsa States. During 2012, we will assist in trauma healing assessments, facilitate advocacy training for women and youth and design and carry out a series of solidarity activities. Financed by the European Union; Managed by Search for Common Ground.

Integrated Emergency Recovery Project– LITE Africa is implementing an Integrated Emergency Response Program (IERP) in Bomadi and Patani Local Government Areas in Delta-State in Nigeria funded by ECHO an European Union agency, through CAFOD and Catholic Relief Services. This is in response to devastating floods that hit the Niger Delta region of Nigeria in September 2012 causing extensive damage to livelihood means and assets. The objective of the programme is to enable the most vulnerable households affected by the flood recover their livelihoods in selected communities in Delta State. This programme hopes to achieve this through Unconditional Cash Transfer (UCT) intervention targeting 1200 Households, Agricultural Livelihood intervention targeting 800 Households and Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH). The most vulnerable Households are to be targeted throughn6 selected communities. LITE Africa is focused on UCT and Livelihoods interventions and target a total of 2000 Households.

Voluntary Principles on Security and Human Rights– This programme is to design and facilitate comprehensive training programme on the VPs, human rights issues, leadership development and Conflict Management for the General Security Force (GSF), Joint Task Force (JTF), and to other Security Services Provided on an annual basis to organizations in Nigeria.

Strengthening the Capacity of Security Forces on the Voluntary Principles on Security and Human Rights in the Niger Delta– A program funded by National Endowment for Democracy (NED). Strengthening the capacities of security forces on the Voluntary Principles on Security and Human Rights in the Niger Delta is an intervention that seeks to equip security personnel that operate in the Niger Delta region with a human rights framework to guide their work. These security officials include members of Joint Task Force (JTF) and Police who guide the oil pipelines across the communities and other security officials contracted by the oil companies.

A Call to Action: Engaging all Stakeholders on the Voluntary Principles on Security and Human Rights– A program funded by Australian Aid. This programme is aimed at persuading the Nigerian Federal Government to sign on to the VPs through a VP Call to Action and also to increase the awareness of the VPs in Nigeria through trainings, workshop and advocacy meetings.

Grant writing and fundraising– We will be researching availability for grants and other sources of funds for a variety of our programs during 2015-2016. This will involve contacting various grant making organizations and foundations and writing proposals to access opportunities to expand our activities.

Financial Information Associated with LITE-Africa Internship

Costs assumed by intern:

• Roundtrip travel from USA/Europe to Warri (typically $1400 - $1900)

• Hotel /transfers in Abuja or Lagos if needed ($75 - $125)

• Food in Warri ($50 - $150/week depending on preference of local vs. western type of food)

• Local transport unrelated to work (depends on situation)

• Nigerian visa (approx. $160)

• Vaccinations (depends on insurance and how many needed)

• Anti-malarial drugs (depends on insurance and how many needed)

• Laptop (suggest interns bring personal laptop if possible)

Costs assumed by LITE-Africa:

• All costs for business trips

• Lunches on workdays

• Local transport related to work

• Housing in Warri

• Management costs for training

• Management time to support research project

LITE-Africa Intern Application

Thank you for your interest in being an intern with Leadership Initiative for Transformation and Empowerment – LITE formerly NIDPRODEV. We appreciate your interest in spending time in the Niger Delta. Before completing these questions, please be sure to review the LITE-Africa Intern Information found above and the LITE website http://lite-africa.org/.

We recommend you view the trailer you’ll find on the Video Gallery page of the documentary Sweet Crude, which you can find at http://www.sweetcrudemovie.com/videoGallery.php. LITE was the Nigerian advisor for this documentary, and our Executive Director, Mr. Joel Bisina is the narrator.

The information sources noted above will give you a good background on the situation in which you will be operating if you are accepted as an intern.

Please answer the questions below in whatever length you feel appropriate.

1) What school do you attend, are you graduate or undergraduate, what are you studying, and when do you anticipate graduating?

2) How does your current academic program/coursework and past experiences prepare you for this opportunity?

3) Why are you interested in having an internship related to the Niger Delta?

4) What aspects of your research about the Niger Delta have been most impactful to you?

5) Are there particular projects from LITE-Africa’s project list that you are interested in being involved in?

6) Have you ever spent time in an overseas location where there was an ongoing history of conflict? How did you handle your personal security in that situation?

7) Do you plan to work on research or other projects while you are in Nigeria, other than those you will be working on with LITE? If so, please describe in detail, including the anticipated travel/logistics support you will need, and the amount of time you anticipate needing to devote to that work.

8) If accepted, what dates are you available to be in Nigeria?

9) Is there anything else you would like us to know about you?

Please submit completed questionnaire and a resume to jobs@lite-africa.org or to the Finance and Administrative Manager, Mr. Tolu Oyero at tolu@lite-africa.org. – There is no fixed deadline for applications – internship slots will be filled on a first come first served basis as qualified candidates are identified and are able to arrange funding to cover expenses.

Title: Development Communications Specialist

Organization: LITE-Africa

Contract: Full time, two-years, extendable contract position

Location: Effurun-Warri, Delta State, Nigeria (Headquarters)

ABOUT US

Leadership Initiative for Transformation and Empowerment (LITE-Africa), , is a Nigerian non-governmental organization (NGO) operating in Nigeria since 1999 with a mission to facilitate community and human development, foster good governance and create inclusive and diverse networks and collaborations in the Niger Delta and beyond. The organization has three operational offices in the Niger Delta with headquarters in Effurun-Warri, Delta State. The organization is seeking for an experienced Development Communication Specialist.

ABOUT THE POSITION

The Development Communications Specialist will lead and implement an effective communication strategy at LITE-Africa and will be the point person for all internal and external communications. S/he will be responsible for sharing timely and regular information with stakeholders, communicating project results, and to obtain all necessary information during visits to communities/ conferences. S/he will report directly to the Senior Programs Manager and the Adviser of Business Development and Strategic Partnerships (BDSP) to transform data and reports into exciting and useful messages to disseminate to donors, beneficiaries, and supporters. We expect the person hired to commit to the position for at least 2 years.

RESPONSIBILITIES

· Identify and analyze on a regular basis the communication needs of the stakeholders (Staff, Donor Agencies, and Community Members) and develop appropriate materials to address and respond to such needs

· Work closely with the Adviser, BDSP to manage the development, distribution, and maintenance of all print and electronic collateral including, but not limited to, newsletters, brochures, annual report, e-newsletters, LITE-Africa’s website, and LITE-Africa’s Social Media outlets (Twitter, Facebook, Linkedin, etc)

· Prepare regular and periodic press releases, statements on local, national and global issues in line with the mission and vision of the organisation

· Liaise with traditional and print/electronic media persons on promotion of the project activities

· Organize media events such as press conferences, talk show interviews, etc

· Coordinate the development and production of IEC materials with the various programme officers, management (for approval) and stakeholders to ensure quality and timely dissemination

· Assist Senior Programs Manager and Adviser, BDSP in researching background information for funding opportunities, latest best practices resources and training materials related to the organization’s thematic areas

· Promote positive culture and image of the organization for greater visibility and access to the target population

· Work with Adviser, BDSP to monitor and evaluate the implementation of LITE Africa’s communication strategy

· Work with Webmistress on website management by posting content and ensuring website is updated on a regular basis

· Work with Webmistress to develop a comprehensive contact and subscription lists; circulate online and hard copy newsletters to them periodically

· Track and respond to inquiries from the general public from our website and other medium as appropriate

· Any other duties given by the Senior Programmes Manager and Adviser, BDSP

QUALIFICATIONS

• At least a Bachelor’s Degree in Mass Communication, Development Communication, Social work, Development studies, International Development and/ or another related field; a Masters degree will be an added advantage
• At least 2 years of professional experience working in development communication in an NGO or other relevant reputable institutions
• Sound knowledge in website development and management; experience on the use of Joomla web applications will be an added advantage
• Sound knowledge and experience of computer application including word, excel, publisher and Corel draw and graphics design
• Experience in development of newsletter, IEC materials and policy briefs
• Ability to interact with other stakeholders, coordinate, take other views into consideration and adapt to external constraints
• Excellent reporting skills and spoken English is essential
• Experience in communication and media relations, media campaigns and promotional materials development
• Experience in using a wide range of communication tools in print, electronic, social media as well as public relations
• Ability to travel widely including riverine communities
• Experience in working with grassroots communities, private sectors, NGOs and multilaterals and bilateral development agencies and government

SALARY: Competitive based on experience
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LOCATION:** Effurun-Warri, Delta State

Please forward your Cover Letter, CV, and salary requirements in ENGLISH tojobs@lite-africa.orgby December 8, 2015.

PLEASE MAKE SURE TO PUT THE NAME OF THIS POSITION AS THE SUBJECT OF YOUR EMAIL.

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implementing and completing SCD ECHO project in Borno state throughout all its different phases as well as the appropriate management of its specific scope, schedule, resources, quality, risks, representation, coordination and contractual requirements.

Key activities in your role will include:

• Management of the entire project(s) cycle;
• Finalize and manage the update and implementation of the detailed Project(s) Implementation Plan (PIP);
• Develop detailed monthly/weekly implementation plans for your staff in order to achieve the activities in the PIP;
• Finalize and manage the Project(s) Scope Documents (PSDs) such as Project Procurement plan, Monitoring and evaluation plan, Work Breakdown Structure, etc. as well as ensuring regular update of these documents in order to maintain a strong record of the project(s);
• Ensure contractual activities are completed on time, within budget and with acceptable quality.
• Take overall responsibility for the quality of the project(s) including regular monitoring, field visits and learning;
• Oversee the development of Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning tools and plans in collaboration with the M&E coordinator;
• Manage and capacity build the project team;
• Maintain comprehensive records and report in a timely manner;
• Represent AAH in external meetings and coordinate with relevant UN agencies, government authorities and any other stakeholders;

Does this description fit you?

You’re a seasoned Project Management Professional

• You have a Master’s Degree in project management or social sciences, health/nutrition, development (or other related field) ideally completed with a certificate/training in project management;
• You have proven multisector project cycle management experience at a senior level for at least 2 years in an INGO;
• You are familiar with ECHO, EU, OFDA and/or DfiD reporting and regulations;

You’re a super communicator

• You have experience working with colleagues who do not speak your language. You are used to explaining your work in non-technical terms.
• You are comfortable explaining policies & procedures to a team.
• You stay calm & like talking to colleagues to find solutions to their problems.
• You contribute to team reports & are able to succinctly summarize & analyze current field activities.

Your work style builds trust within your team

• You are highly organized & pay attention to small details. You are calm under pressure, & able to easily adapt to changing circumstances.
• You identify training needs and work with the HR dept to develop and implement relevant trainings.
• You are goal-oriented while also being genuinely committed to helping others succeed.

https://careers.actionagainsthunger.org/index.php/positions/view/318/

Purpose of the Position

Under the supervision and the overall guidance of the chief of child protection, accountable for provision of technical support in the area of adolescent mainstreaming, programming, planning, design, implementation within the child protection programme in accordance with Country Programme strategic vision, Country Programme Management Plan, focussed on achievement of UNICEF's Priorities in the area of Adolescent.

Key Expected Results

Ensure that child protection programme is strengthened by knowledge management through data collection and analysis including the comprehensive baseline assessment, periodic programme review and evaluation related to Adolescent protection. Contribute to the on-going documentation of best practises and other success stories as part of knowledge development and management related to Adolescent protection.

Contribute to the development and preparation/review of the Adolescent component in the child protection Situation Analysis. Administer a consistent and transparent monitoring system, providing accurate analysis of country level socioeconomic trends and their implications for on-going programmes and projects. Lead the process of formulating and articulating the vulnerability, needs and responses within the child protection work plan activities in consultation with relevant child protection staff and government sectors, ensure the alignment of the work plans with UNICEF Strategic Plan and equity focus

Take the lead on mainstreaming adolescent programming within programme work plans and monitors progress and compliance. Help to manage allocation and disbursement of the adolescent programme funds, ensuring that funds are properly coordinated, monitored and liquidated. Takes appropriate actions to optimize use of programme funds. Ensure programme efficiency and delivery through transparent approach to programme planning, monitoring and evaluation.

Undertakes regular field visits to monitor and assess programme implementation, support field programme staff and advice on required corrective action. Carry out a rigorous and transparent approach to programme evaluation exercises in consultation with the chief of section, other related sectors and the deputy representative, the Operations Officer, the Social policy, planning monitoring and evaluation team and others to improve efficiency and quality of programme delivery. Participate in mid and annual programme review meetings with government counterparts. Ensure the timely preparation of annual program status reports.

Ensure viable recommendations on interventions design, implementation, alternative approaches, and optimal utilization of resources that contribute effectively to the fulfilment of the rights of children and women, and recommendations on programme new initiatives and management issues to ensure achievement of stated objectives.

Contribute to the provision of technical support and guidance to plan and organize training programmes for the purpose of capacity building and adolescent mainstreaming within the child protection programme.

Ensure the building or reinforcing of the commitment and institutional and individual capacities of the national and local partners starting with taking a strategic approach to the identification of these partners and partnerships and conduct of a capacity building needs assessment.

Contribute to the development of effective partnership and collaboration with internal and external counterparts, including those of the UN and national partners including line ministries, in order to improve the ability to collect and disseminate development data and information, exchange information on programme/project status and implementation and movement/distribution of supplies.

Maintain collaboration with Regional Advisers and HQ Officers for effective overall coordination on adolescent programming.

Qualifications of Successful Candidate

EDUCATION

Advanced university degree in Social Sciences, International Relations, Government, Public Administration, Public Policy, Social Policy, Social Development, Community Development, or other relevant disciplines, with specialized training in youth policy design and implementation .

A first level University degree with relevant qualification, training and work experience might be accepted in lieu of an advance degree .

WORK EXPERIENCE

Five years of progressive experience managing adolescent-related programmes, preferably in education, HIV/AIDS, child protection or other related field.

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:

Deciding & initiating actions [ II ]

Applying Technical expertise [ II ]

Leading and Supervising [ I ]

Formulating Strategies and Concepts [ II ]

Analizing [ III ]

Relating and Networking [ II ]

Remarks

This vacancy is open ONLY for nationals of Sudan.

Successful candidate must be willing to serve in field locations temporarily, depending on the needs of the job Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

UNICEF is an equal opportunity employer and qualified females and young people are particularly encouraged to apply.

UNICEF is a smoke-free working environment.

Zero tolerance of sexual abuse and exploitation is our policy.

Note to applicants

UNICEF does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview meeting processing, training or any other fees), nor will we request information about your bank account during recruiting

TO APPLY: please create your profile and apply through www.unicef.org/employ

Première Urgence Internationale(PUI) is a non-governmental, non-profit, non-political and non-religious international aid organisation. Our teams are committed to supporting civilians’ victims of marginalization and exclusion, or hit by natural disasters, wars and economic collapses, by answering their fundamental needs. Our aim is to provide emergency relief to uprooted people in order to help them recover their dignity and regain self-sufficiency. PUI relies on 30 years of field experience in 50 countries in crisis, as well as on the complementarity of its medical and non-medical expertise, to adapt its programs to each context and to the real needs of the most vulnerable populations. The association leads in average 250 projects by year in the following sectors of intervention: food security, health, nutrition, construction and rehabilitation of infrastructures, water, sanitation, hygiene and economic recovery. PUI is providing assistance to around 3 million people in 20 countries – in Africa, Asia, Middle East, Caucasus and Europe.

Crisis context

Created in 2002 by Mohamed Yusuf in Maiduguri, the jihadist group Boko Haram, (recently renamed Islamic State in Western Africa) is seeking to create a Kalifate in Western Africa, ruled by the Sharia Law. At war with the national security forces of Nigeria since 2004, the group has been carrying out attacks on civilian since 2011. Over the past 2 years, the threats and attacks toward civilans have escalated, leading to widespread displacement, violation of international humanitarian and human rights law, protection risks and a growing humanitarian crisis.

Since May 2013, the north East states of Adamawa, Borno and Yobe have been under a State of Emergency due to the conflict. As of today, OCHA considers that 25.5 million people are living in Sates under Boko Haram presence. As of the 31th of October 2015, the estimate total Number of IDPs in Abuja, Adamawa, Bauchi, Borno, Gombe, Kaduna, Nasarawa, Plateau, Taraba and Yobestates is 2,233,506 IDPs (318,937 households)., Majority of IDPs are identified in Borno (72%), Yobe (6.5%) and Adamawa (6%) and live in 76 camps and camps- like or in host communities, and 98% of the registered IDPs are willing to return home.

According to OCHA, main needs for the affected population are food security (particularly in conflict affected areas), health & nutrition (basic services, nut and psychosocial support for IDPs), WASH, Protection, Education and Shelter.

The coping mechanisms of vulnerable households and IDPs in State of Emergency states are declining and not able to withstand further shocks. Negative coping mechanisms, including sale of assets, meal reduction, and debt accumulation have been reported (OCHA 24/07/2014). Displaced households in Borno, Yobe, and Adamawa states appear to be moving towards urban centres (including Maiduguri, Damaturu, and Mubi). Most of these households are transitioning from agricultural/agropastoral livelihoods to more urban livelihoods. While access to official assistance remains difficult, community assistance remains very important for displaced households in meeting their food needs

Première Urgence Internationale positioning

In light with the humanitarian situation described above, Premiere Urgence Internationale is launching an exploratory mission in Nigeria to further assess the needs.

Considering the security context, Premiere Urgence Internationale has externalized the security analysis to OS Consulting.

As part of our activities in Nigeria, we are looking for an Assessment Officer.

Under the direct supervision of the Country Representative for Nigeria , the Assessment Officer main objectives are the following:

• To lead the technical aspects of the assessments in the different IDPs sites and host communities
• To contribute to the building of a relevant picture of the humanitarian needs and linked gaps in the country
• To contribute to the design of appropriate interventions (Concept Notes)
• To contribute to the drafting of an assessment report

Related activities

• Support the country representative in identifying areas / populations / sectors of concern in terms of humanitarian needs and gaps in coverage
• Lead the technical design / fine tuning of the assessment tools to be used in collaboration with the Country Representative. Make sure that the tools used are in coherence with PUI standard tools.
• Lead the multisectorial assessment (central and field level information and data collection, analysis…). If requested by the country representative engage into assessment components of other sectors like shelter, NFI, food security….
• By delegation from the country representative, interact with external stakeholders in terms of programs, technical aspects…
• Support the country representative in the drafting of a summarized, action oriented, needs’ assessment report.
• Support the country representative in the design of appropriate emergency interventions in relevance to the needs and gaps identified (drafting of concept notes / proposals…)
• In compliance with the frame set by the country representative, respect and (when relevant) enforce, the security protocoles defined, the logistics frames and the financial procedures of PUI

Experiences and training

Project management

2 years of humanitarian experience in project management

Previous experience in assessment / exploratory missions

Experience in security sensitive areas

Experience with PUI (desirable)

Experience in Nigeria (desirable)

Excellent data collection / analysis skills

Excellent writing skills

Languages

English mandatory

Hausa desirable

Qualities

• Trustworthiness and a sense of responsibility
• Charisma and strong advocacy skills
• Ability to use authority, when necessary
• Analysis and synthesis abilities (discenrment, pragmatism)
• Ability to adapt
• Organisational skills, ability to be thorough and respect due dates
• Strong listening and negotiation skills
• Good people and communication skills
• Ability to remain calm and level-headed
• General ability to resist stress and particularly in unstable circumstances
• Ability to work in unstable circumstances.
• Ability to work with minimalistic comfort and limited support resources

Proposed Terms

Employed with a Fixed-Term Contract (3 to 4 weeks)

Monthly gross income: from 1 970 up to 2310 Euros depending on the experience in International Solidarity + 50 Euros per semester seniority with PUI

Cost covered: Round-trip transportation to and from home / mission, visas, vaccines…

Insurance including medical coverage and complementary healthcare, 24/24 assistance and repatriation

Housing in collective accommodation

Daily living Expenses (« Per diem »)

Break Policy : 5 working days at 3 and 9 months + break allowance

Paid Leaves Policy : 5 weeks of paid leaves per year + return ticket every 6 months

Please, send your application (Resume and Cover letter) to the adress below with the following subject : « Assessment Officer – Nigeria ».

Alexandre Darcas, Recruitment & Careers Manager - recrutement@premiere-urgence.org

Première Urgence Internationale (PUI) is a non-governmental, non-profit, non-political and non-religious international aid organisation. Our teams are committed to supporting civilians’ victims of marginalization and exclusion, or hit by natural disasters, wars and economic collapses, by answering their fundamental needs. Our aim is to provide emergency relief to uprooted people in order to help them recover their dignity and regain self-sufficiency. PUI relies on 30 years of field experience in 50 countries in crisis, as well as on the complementarity of its medical and non-medical expertise, to adapt its programs to each context and to the real needs of the most vulnerable populations. The association leads in average 250 projects by year in the following sectors of intervention: food security, health, nutrition, construction and rehabilitation of infrastructures, water, sanitation, hygiene and economic recovery. PUI is providing assistance to around 3 million people in 20 countries – in Africa, Asia, Middle East, Caucasus and Europe.

Crisis context

Created in 2002 by Mohamed Yusuf in Maiduguri, the jihadist group Boko Haram, (recently renamed Islamic State in Western Africa) is seeking to create a Kalifate in Western Africa, ruled by the Sharia Law. At war with the national security forces of Nigeria since 2004, the group has been carrying out attacks on civilian since 2011. Over the past 2 years, the threats and attacks toward civilans have escalated, leading to widespread displacement, violation of international humanitarian and human rights law, protection risks and a growing humanitarian crisis.

Since May 2013, the north East states of Adamawa, Borno and Yobe have been under a State of Emergency due to the conflict. As of today, OCHA considers that 25.5 million people are living in Sates under Boko Haram presence. As of the 31th of October 2015, the estimate total Number of IDPs in Abuja, Adamawa, Bauchi, Borno, Gombe, Kaduna, Nasarawa, Plateau, Taraba and Yobestates is 2,233,506 IDPs (318,937 households)., Majority of IDPs are identified in Borno (72%), Yobe (6.5%) and Adamawa (6%) and live in 76 camps and camps- like or in host communities, and 98% of the registered IDPs are willing to return home.

According to OCHA, main needs for the affected population are food security (particularly in conflict affected areas), health & nutrition (basic services, nut and psychosocial support for IDPs), WASH, Protection, Education and Shelter.

The coping mechanisms of vulnerable households and IDPs in State of Emergency states are declining and not able to withstand further shocks. Negative coping mechanisms, including sale of assets, meal reduction, and debt accumulation have been reported (OCHA 24/07/2014). Displaced households in Borno, Yobe, and Adamawa states appear to be moving towards urban centres (including Maiduguri, Damaturu, and Mubi). Most of these households are transitioning from agricultural/agropastoral livelihoods to more urban livelihoods. While access to official assistance remains difficult, community assistance remains very important for displaced households in meeting their food needs

Première Urgence Internationale positioning

In light with the humanitarian situation described above, Premiere Urgence Internationale is launching an exploratory mission in Nigeria to further assess the needs.

Considering the security context, Premiere Urgence Internationale has externalized the security analysis to OS Consulting and is sending a Head of Exploratory Mission to Abuja to dig further on the mapping of actors, the potential humanitarian needs and the operational opportunities.

The Exploratory Mission will include two phases :

• Networking and Mapping
• Field Assessment

As part of our activities in Nigeria, we are looking for a Country Representative.

Under the direct supervision of the Emergency Officer (EO) at HQ, the main objectives of the Country Representative in Nigeria are the following:

• Develop a clear analysis of humanitarian needs’ coverage gaps including geographical, sectoral and target communities priorization
• Develop a clear analysis of funding opportunities related to the identified gaps
• Develop, if relevant, recommendations and methodologies for the conduction of in-depth technical assessments
• Develop a network of relevant and reliable contacts among the main external stakeholders linked to humanitarian interventions (NGO, UN agencies, donors, authorities, suppliers…)

Evaluate the relevance and feasibility of the deployment of a PUI intervention in the country and provide linked recommendation and positionning strategy / intervention propositions

Responsabilities

• Safety & Security : S/he is responsible for the safety & security of all PUI staff and resources within the country
• Needs’ Assessment and Strategic positionning: S/he is responsible for the proper analysis of the humanitarian situation in the countries, the identifications of uncovered needs, the suggesting of conduction of in-depth assessments and the drafting of strategic positionning and project concept papers.
• Human Resources: S/he manages all PUI staff in the country including needs’ identification, recruitment…
• Logistical, administrative and financial monitoring: S/he, with the direct support of Emergency Officer at HQ, ensures that logistical and administrative practices used by the team in-country respects PUI procedures and templates. S/he is the responsible in fine of all logistics, administrative and financial elements at field level.
• Representation: S/he represents the association in its relations with partners, donors,the media and different authorities. S/he builds up a strong and comprehensive network of relevant and reliable external stakeholders.
• Relations with Headquarters: S/he is the link between the field team and HQ.

Training and experience

5 years of humanitarian experience in project coordination.

Previous experience as Head of Mission in an NGO

Previous experience in assessment / exploratory missions

Successful experience in expatriate team management and multi-sector programmes.

Security management

Excellent negotiation skills

Excellent writing skills

Excellent safety and security management and analysis skills

Languages

English mandatory

Hausa desirable

Proposed Terms

Employed with a Fixed-Term Contract (3 to 4 weeks renewable)

Monthly gross income: from 2 420 up to 2 750 Euros depending on the experience in International Solidarity + 50 Euros per semester seniority with PUI

Cost covered: Round-trip transportation to and from home / mission, visas, vaccines…

Insurance including medical coverage and complementary healthcare, 24/24 assistance and repatriation

Housing in collective accommodation

Daily living Expenses (« Per diem »)

Break Policy : 5 working days at 3 and 9 months + break allowance

Paid Leaves Policy : 5 weeks of paid leaves per year + return ticket every 6 months

Please, send your application (Resume and Cover letter) to the adress below with the following subject : « Country Representative – Nigeria ».

Alexandre Darcas – Recruitment & Careers Manager - recrutement@premiere-urgence.org

The Associate will support the implementation of GAIN’s new initiative on reducing postharvest losses and waste in key nutritious commodities and value chains, while contributing to shaping GAIN’s broader agriculture and nutrition agenda in Nigeria.

The Associate will be responsible for initiating and managing a detailed landscape analysis to effectively analyze the extent of postharvest loss and waste along key horticultural and other value chains, clarifying causal pathways in the 3 pillars of the program; Cold storage, Crating/packaging and Processing. Further, the Associate will be responsible for identifying disruptions and opportunities in food production, consumption patterns, market trends and investments.

The ideal candidate will have solid work experience in the agricultural sector and the private sector in Nigeria. Further, they will have proven experience of facilitating multi-stakeholder processes and fostering cross sectoral partnerships.

Please follow the link:

http://jobs.gainhealth.org/vacancies/290/associate_agriculture_nutrition_programme_postharvest_loss_alliance_for_nutrition_1_year_contract/abuja_nigeria/

Job Description

The Advocacy and Communication Officer will contribute to Save the Children’s efforts to influence and bring about change in the awareness, attitudes, behaviours and policies related to the rights of children in the country programme in the state of posting.

Key accountabilities

Strategy Development

• Identify policy and practice for change, on the basis of Save the Children’s experience, that would promote and protect the rights of children.
• Formulate key advocacy messages and targets from lessons learned, assessments, research and evidence gained through project implementation on Health and Nutrition.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of advocacy objectives and initiatives, both short and long term, encompassing a wide range of issues and audiences on Health and Nutrition.
• Ensure that voices of children form the basis of Save the Children’s advocacy strategy.
• Acquire information and understanding of social policy and adapt strategies as necessary.
• Maintain a strategic overview of issues affecting children, monitoring trends in the external environment and inputting to organisational strategy and planning processes.
• Keep a watching brief on policy makers and other key players in relation to child health and nutrition issues and identify opportunities to raise awareness and influence policy change.
• Contribute to all efforts to raise/nurture CSO coalition and champions for vaccine, health workers and nutrition at the state level.

Influencing

• Develop good knowledge of state and national government structures, parliamentary and political processes and key decision making structures and how to influence them.

• Undertake a range of lobbying, communications and other activities to inform and persuade policy makers, including donors and politicians, of the value of Save the Children’s policy recommendations.

• Build systems for research, analysis and documentation that underpin evidence based advocacy and influencing at state and national levels.

• Develop dissemination and communication strategies for key advocacy messages.

• Produce reports, briefing papers and presentations for internal and external audiences, as directed.

Collaboration & Representation

• Develop strategic relationships with other agencies engaged in advocacy and policy work.
• Develop and maintain a network of external contacts with key individuals in the government, NGO sector, civil society and the media.
• Build the capacity of staff from Save the Children and partner agencies in advocacy and communications.
• Represent Save the Children at various policy forums and advocacy opportunities at national and international levels, as directed.
• Act as a spokesperson for Save the Children to a variety of external audiences including policy makers and the media, as directed.
• Liaise closely with staff in the Policy and Communication units at Save the Children headquarters and coordinate with other Save the Children members.

Programme Development

• Support the programme team in the development of research methodologies, data analysis, report writing and publication.

• Ensure clear links and mutual reinforcement between programmatic approaches and advocacy strategies.

• Write regular progress reports, including annual impact monitoring reports.

• Perform other tasks, as required, to ensure the smooth running of the country programme.

Person specification

The post holder will possess a high degree of analytical skill, political acumen, ability to facilitate change, ability to influence, and ability to communicate key advocacy messages effectively and convincingly to a diverse audience at local, national and international levels.

Essential

1. University degree in health, nutrition, communications or related social science field.
2. Substantial experience in advocacy and policy development / research in the development context.
3. Must be currently residing/working in Gombe, Bauchi or its environs
4. Good understanding of the possibilities and tactics for influencing decision and policy makers, politicians, donors, and other key actors.
5. Knowledge of the media and its role in raising awareness and shaping public policy.
6. Good understanding of strategies for achieving sustainable child Health and Nutrition policies through participatory processes, and the links with gender, diversity and other aspects of identity.
7. Excellent conceptual and analytical skills and demonstrable ability to think strategically, innovatively and practically to ensure achievement of desired change objectives.
8. Ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of audiences at local, national and international levels.
9. Ability to build and maintain relationships with partner agencies and key contacts in the government, NGO, civil society and media sectors.
10. Strong organizational skills and ability to effectively handle multiple tasks and meet strict deadlines.
11. Excellent interpersonal skills, flexibility, adaptability and ability to work effectively as a member of a team.
12. Ability to travel extensively in the country.
13. Good computer skills (word processing, spreadsheets, email / internet) and ability to be self-supporting in most administrative tasks.
14. Fluent English language skills (written and verbal).
15. Commitment to the values, mission, aims and policies of Save the Children.

Desirable

1. Experience in training others in advocacy techniques and influencing tactics.
2. Prior work experience in advocacy in Nigeria.
3. Knowledge of the policies, functions, structures and decision-making processes of key national institutions with regard to child Nutrition.
4. Experience working with children on Health and Nutrition will be an added advantage.
5. Local language skills (Ability to communicate in Hausa will be an advantage).

To apply, kindly follow this link:

http://savethechildrenng.simplicant.com/jobs/19813-advocacy-and-communication-officer-gombe/detail?rid=1981347&utm_campaign=job-board&utm_medium=web&utm_source=reliefweb.int

Please note that applications will be treated as they are received and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

In order to apply for more great opportunities, please visit our website onwww.savethechildren.net/jobs.

For more information and to support our work, please visit our website onwww.savethechildren.net

Our selection processes reflect our commitment to safeguard children from abuse. Our people are as diverse as the challenges we face.

WOULD YOU LIKE TO MAKE AN IMPACT ON CHILDREN’S LIVES? JOIN US!!!

Job Posting Title

Administrative & Finance Assistant, G-6, Kassala, Sudan

Purpose of the Position

Under general supervision of Operations Officer, performs a variety of Administrative and financial functions in support of programme activities.

Key Expected Results

• Initiate activities involving processing of procurement for office supplies/services and Handle any emergency supplies as needed.

• Scan/attach copies of the reviewed payment supporting documents for operations section in the OSC system and follow up enactment with the Finance.

• Follow up with Finance enactment of payments pertaining to office different sections and update concerned section/s accordingly. Responsible for preparing and monitoring monthly cash forecast/cash follow for the cross sectoral section.

• Works with programme colleagues to assist in conducting the HACT assurance activities/financial spot checks. Prepares reports to assist with monitoring the status of implementation of the HACT assurance plans.

• Monitor the status of outstanding Direct Cash Transfers (DCT) at the Zonal office level, and ensures that DCTs liquidations and refunds are recorded timely and accurately.

• Monitors and calculates the overtime of general service staff, and record it in the system after having it reviewed and approved.

• Prepares travel authorizations and security clearance for staff in operations section and arranges for other official travel related issues.

• Provides admin services and support to the office, i.e. electricity, water, telephones, etc.

• Supervises drivers and cleaners and manage their performance.

• Manages the transportation unit and maintains the records of fuel and vehicle maintenance.

• Prepares accommodation and transportation of visiting missions to the Zonal Office.

• Back up Zonal Operations Officer during his absence on leave, etc.

Qualifications of Successful Candidate

EDUCATION

Completion of secondary education. Training in administrative field is desirable. Additional commercial training in bookkeeping, business or accounting is desirable.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Six years of progressively responsible clerical and administrative/accounting work.

LANGUAGES

Very good knowledge of the local language and one or two working languages of the organization.

Core Values

Commitment

Diversity and Inclusion

Integrity

Core Competencies

Communication [II]

Working with People [II]

Drive for Results [II]

Functional Competencies

Analyzing [II]

Applying Technical Expertise [II]

Following instructions and Procedures [II]

Planning and Organizing [II]

Remarks

This vacancy is open ONLY for nationals of Sudan.

• Successful candidate must be willing to serve in field locations temporarily, depending on the needs of the job

• Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

• UNICEF is an equal opportunity employer and qualified females and young people are particularly encouraged to apply.

• UNICEF is a smoke-free working environment.

• Zero tolerance of sexual abuse and exploitation is our policy.

Note to applicants

UNICEF does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview meeting processing, training or any other fees), nor will we request information about your bank account during recruiting

TO APPLY: Please crate your profile and apply through www.unicef.org/employ

Closing date: 13 December 2015

BACKGROUND: The IRC entered Nigeria in October 2012 in response to a widespread flood disaster. IRC's Emergency Response Team, with local partner CISCOPE (Civil Society Coalition for Poverty Eradication), implemented a project to support livelihoods and improve WASH in Kogi State from February to May 2013. This was followed by a 3-month nutrition and food security program in the same location from October 2013 to January 2014. Beginning of January, IRC shifted geographical location to the North East, in Adamawa state to provide humanitarian response to the conflict-affected populations. In Adamawa state, IRC has two operational offices with one based in the state capital of Yola providing emergency response to internally displaced populations hosted in IDP camps, camp like settings and host communities and the second based in Mubi town and providing humanitarian support to returnee populations and IDPs from conflict stricken neighbouring states. October 1 2015, the IRC expanded humanitarian interventions to the neighbouring state of Borno, which hosts the largest number of IDPs in the North East region

A multi-sectoral approach is being employed through the implementation of sectors: Health and Nutrition; Environmental Health; Child Protection; Education; Women's Protection; Food Security and Protection. Most of these programs are driven in partnership with strategic local NGOs.

In the economic well-being (EWB) sector, since March 2016, IRC is implementing a food security voucher program with the support of the Food for Peace (FFP) targeting over 3,500 vulnerable households per month. Additionally, through the Women Protection and Empowerment program, a VSLA component with 625 women is being implemented. IRC is willing to expand its cash programming over other crisis-affected areas and to gradually move towards economic recovery programming, including in the agricultural sector, and across other IRC core technical sectors.

Scope of Work:

The Food Security Coordinator is responsible for the strategy development, program design, and technical support to ensure quality implementation, standardization, monitoring and evaluation of all activities in the Economic Wellbeing Outcome sector. The EWB Coordinator will strengthen sector activities and provide technical oversight of the program across all sites of implementation in the North East of Nigeria. S/he will focus on emergency response capability, with the ability to respond to a fluid programming context, and deliver key services rapidly and effectively.

The FS Coordinator reports to the Senior Program Coordinator (SPC).

Main Responsibilities:

Program Quality and strategic management:

• In collaboration with the Senior Management Team, ensure that the Economic Wellbeing projects are delivered according to the donor contractual requirements and that all activities and deliverables are completed within the agreed timescale and budget.
• Provide the technical supervision and support of the IRC Nigeria Country Program economic wellbeing activities; with a focus on food vouchers and cash-based programming;
• Support the Economic Wellbeing program have and utilize customized protocols, policies and guidelines;
• Supervise the development of relevant M&E systems and ensure regular follow-up on monitoring data relevant to IRC economic wellbeing programs to feed into on-going review of project cycle and decision-making for programming;
• Design and regularly update detailed gender responsive work plans and ensure these are used by the team appropriately to monitor progress towards completion and achievement of program objectives;
• Ensure that all economic wellbeing activities are consistent with established best practices, are evidence-based and gender-sensitive;
• Remain relevant with the developing trends in the Nigeria humanitarian food security and livelihoods sector working group and adjust the programmatic priorities as necessary;
• Collaborate with the Technical Advisors and country Senior Management Team to lead the development of an economic wellbeing program strategy that is aligned to the IRC Nigeria Strategic Action Plan (SAP) 2015-2020.

Grants Management and Program Development:

• Ensure that programmatic and financial reports for donors and IRC country program are prepared as required, ensuring these are of the highest quality and submitted in a timely manner to the donor;
• Be fully aware of the grant compliance regulations of IRC as well as USAID and specifically Food for Peace component;
• Assist with the preparation and revision of a realistic budget, authorizing and monitoring expenditure in line with the budget, donor guidelines and IRC's grant management and financial regulations;
• Identify opportunities for program development;
• Design and lead technical assessments as a basis for economic wellbeing program development;
• Collaborate with other in-country program teams to ensure an integrated strategy to achieve economic wellbeing outcomes as in the country's SAP;
• Develop program and project proposals, including theories of change, logical frameworks, program design and implementation plans and SMART indicators for the IRC Nigeria economic wellbeing program under the supervision of the SPC and in consultation and collaboration with field-based technical and management staff.

Staff development:

• Develop and implement continuous staff capacity building plan to ensure quality gender-sensitive economic wellbeing programming;
• Ensure respect for IRC HR policies;
• Provide timely and quality performance evaluations;
• Promote the IRC Way with all supervisees;
• Identify and execute modalities for teamwork.

Coordination and Representation:

• In coordination with the supervisor, represent IRC to UN, international and national NGOs, relevant line ministries, and donors for economic recovery, food security and technical working groups;
• Participate actively in national food security, early warning networks and technical working groups;
• Coordinate closely with the operations teams including: administration, HR, supply chain and finance as they relate to the program; and actively participate in periodic program meetings and ensure a summary of progress and challenges are prepared and presented with follow-up actions as required;
• Participate in internal coordination and management meetings to promote effective and efficient information sharing and program integration.

Qualifications & experience

• Professional degree preferably at the advanced level (Master) in international development, economics, business management, agronomy etc;
• Minimum of five years' of experience managing experience in field based food security, enterprise development, cash programming and recovery settings. nutrition and emergency programming;
• Experience working on gender transformative food security projects or food security projects that address gender constraints across sectors related to the availability, access, and utilization/consumption of food resources is preferable
• Demonstrated skills in strategic planning, budget development and management, gender responsive multi-sector work plan development, and program reporting for diverse audiences;
• Experience working in development or humanitarian assistance
• Must be familiar with USAID rules, regulations and policies
• Proven skills in leadership and supervision, with an ability to work effectively and efficiently in a challenging, complex work environment
• Demonstrated commitment to gender equity in management as well as programmatic contexts
• Demonstrated ability to systematize and streamline organizational operations
• Proven coordination skills with the ability to bring together multiple program requirements and stakeholders. Strong presentation and facilitation skills
• Strong analytical skills and excellent oral and written communication skills in English
• Proven ability to manage a complex and demanding workload
• International experience with preference in Africa;
• Able to respond rapidly to changing environments and work under pressure
• International work experience and experience working in a multi-cultural setting essential

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The North East Nigeria is security phase 3 (ORANGE) so the Economic Wellbeing Coordinator will be expected to respect the various security protocols in place in country. Phase 3 requires clear contingency planning in place with staff prepared should hibernation or evacuation be called.

This is an unaccompanied position and accommodation is shared housing in IRC guesthouse.

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Purpose of the Position

Under the guidance of the WASH Cluster Coordinator, the incumbent manages knowledge related to WASH Sector work in Sudan and contributes towards the effective planning and implementation of WASH sector programme interventions through provision of required information management and reporting services in a timely and efficient manner.

Key Expected Results

1. Leads development of robust information management system (framework, process map, protocol and associated formats) and orients all sector and partners IM focal points at both Khartoum and state levels on the same.

2. Maintain detailed information of all current and potential WASH cluster/sector partners, their capacities and areas of work (including Who, What, Where and by When).

3. Maintain/upgrade simple user-friendly effective reporting mechanism and formats in consultation with cluster/sector partners (WASH sector joint activity based plan).

4. Strengthen, upgrade and follow-up on WASH programme data/information collection and management tools using WES database, GIS, WES website, humanitarian website and other tools

5. Upgrade, enhance and follow-up information sharing mechanism and tools including manual and automated tabular and graphical reports and maps.

6. Build the capacity of WASH sector partners at national and state level in the different aspects of information management including data collection, processing, analysis and dissemination and reporting tools.

7. Maintain and upgrade broader information sharing on WASH needs and solutions with all concerned stakeholders and the affected population;

8. Coordinate with the information officers of other clusters/sectors to ensure complementarity, integration and cross-cluster/sector information analysis and interpretation.

Qualifications of Successful Candidate

Education

University Degree in Civil Engineering, Hydrogeology, Environmental Sanitation or information management related technical field.

Work Experience

At least 2 years of progressively responsible experience in WASH Information Management. Previous experience with UN Agencies and/or NGOs is an added advantage.

Language Proficiency

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 Results [II]

Functional Competencies:

Formulating Strategies and Concepts [II]

Analyzing [III]

Relating and Networking [II]

Deciding and Initiating Action [II]

Applying Technical Expertise [III]

Remarks :

This vacancy is open ONLY for nationals of Sudan.

Successful candidate must be willing to serve in field locations temporarily, depending on the needs of the job Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

UNICEF is an equal opportunity employer and qualified females and young people are particularly encouraged to apply.

UNICEF is a smoke-free working environment.

Zero tolerance of sexual abuse and exploitation is our policy.

Note to applicants

UNICEF does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview meeting processing, training or any other fees), nor will we request information about your bank account during recruiting

Closing date: 15 December 2015 TO APPLY: Please create your profile and apply online through www.unicef.org/employ

The project leader will be based at IITA headquarters in Ibadan, Nigeria and report to both the Director of RTB and the IITA Director for West Africa. The project leader will facilitate project team building and serve as a dynamic leader for commercial sale of high quality cassava stems. The leader will organize and facilitate regular coordination meetings with project component leads, serve as the principal point of contact between the donor and sub-grantees, supervise financial and M&E staff, over-see financial and narrative reporting, and provide direct oversight and management support to grant activities related to promotion and cassava stem sales coordination. The principal tasks and responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

Duties and Accountabilities:

Program Coordination & Grant Management

• Provide necessary leadership to achieve the project’s primary goal: the development of an integrated and economically sustainable seed system for cassava capable of serving farmer’s needs for high quality planting material.
• Facilitate joint planning and operational integration through twice annual meetings.
• Ensure compliance with donor policies and procedures and the terms of the overall grant.

Communication & Reporting

• Facilitate communication among grant partners and with the wider Nigeria cassava community.
• Develop a communications strategy with full collaboration of program partners and lead its implementation.
• Coordinate the mid-term and annual grant reporting process to the donor and liaise between RTB/BMGF and partners for all communication and reporting issues. Supervise Financial and M&E Staff.
• Support the development and application of an integrated cross-component M&E system to inform program implementation and management decisions.
• Facilitate implementation of systems to account for costs and income at all levels of the cassava seed value chain.
• Provide regular mentoring and monitoring so that sub-grantee expenses are liquidated on schedule.
• Ensure timely and accurate financial and narrative reporting and compliance.Cassava Stem Sales Coordination and management of promotion activities
• Develop a promotion strategy with full collaboration of project partners to increase general awareness of the project and to promote brand identify of cassava seed producers.
• Coordinate with cassava stem buyers including from other cassava projects, to ensure strong linkages among seed producers (breeder, foundation, village level nurseries and commercial processors), seed buyers, the Nigerian government, and industry.

Selection Criteria:

• Candidates should have an advanced degree in agriculture, agriculture economics or a related area (with an MBA or PhD preferred) with specialized knowledge of commercial seed systems and the cassava value chain preferred.
• At least 8 years of experience in project management (direct staff management, financial management) and partner coordination (overseeing sub-grants, promoting strong collaboration among diverse group of partners).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to work in multidisciplinary and multicultural teams.
• Proactive approach, with ability to find creative ways to solve problems or exploit potentials.
• Excellent writing and oral communication skills in English.
• Experience with international agricultural research for development, CGIAR, and CGIAR Research Programs a plus.

Applicants should apply online through our CIP’s Job Opportunities website (http://cipotato.org/open-vacancies/), including a letter of motivation, a full CV with names and contact information of three references that are knowledgeable of the candidate’s professional qualifications and work experience. Screening of applications will begin on 14 December 2015 and continue until the post is filled. All applications will be acknowledged, however only short listed candidates will be contacted.

About Plan International Sudan:

Plan is an International Child Centered community development Organization with no religious, political or governmental affiliation. Child Sponsorship is the basic foundation of the Organization and Plan is committed to realizing child rights and is obligated to provide children with whom it works a safe and conducive environment.

Plan International –Sudan is seeking a person with a strong sense of integrity and personal commitment to help us further our organization’s mission in Sudan. The role holder will have contact with children and/or young people either frequently (e.g. once a week or more) or intensively (e.g. four days in one month or more or overnight) because they work in country programs; or are visiting country programs; because they are responsible for implementing the police checking/vetting process staff.

Major Responsibilities:

• To ensure a more coherent and effective response by mobilizing groups of agencies, organizations and NGOs to respond collaboratively and strategically to child protection issues in Sudan. The sub cluster will strive to increase the profile of child protection issues within the humanitarian agenda and seek to provide more effective support to vulnerable Sudanese children, particularly the displaced and Refugee children and other affected by other emergencies situation.

• UNICEF and Plan International Sudan have been designated as leads for the Child Protection sub Sector, a relationship defined through a separate Child Protection (CP) Sub-Sector Co-Lead TOR between Plan and UNICEF and between other agencies and partners, and available to the Sub-Sector members.

• The Sub- Sector Coordinator will work impartially, serving the needs of all members of the Sub- Sector and should work closely with UNICEF,CP Sub-Sector members, the UN Humanitarian/Residence Coordinator and Donors as appropriate.

• To ensure that the Child Friendly Space(CFS) establishment in participatory process that involved the Community based committees, the relevant government authorities and that includes the development of the entry and exit CFS strategy.

• To ensure the application of the CFS Minimum Standards in Darfur special operation and the emergency response for South Sudanese Citizens and the emergency response in White Nile and other Plan and non –Plan Operational areas. And that all interventions comply with Plan International- Sudan "Child Protection Policy" and that they are in the best interest of children.

• Development of the CFS Structure, delivery and operational cost, co-ordination and management process user/actors friendly model guidelines in consultation with the CP Sub- Sector Co-Lead and other CP Sub-Sector members. KEY AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY:
  Generic accountabilities

• Support the government in emergency response by assuming joint overall responsibility with the UNICEF counterpart for co-ordination of the Child Protection Sub-Sector in co-ordination with the Child Protection Sub-Sector partners in Sudan;

• Ensure close coordination with other key members of the Child Protection Sub-Sector, including the Ministry of Social Welfare, National and State Councils of Child Welfare, , and other authorities, NGOs, UNICEF ,INNGOs and OCHA;

• Ensure that needs are identified and that Sub-Sector agreed upon activities address the identified needs, fill gaps and prevent overlap and duplication.

• Secure commitments from humanitarian actors and donors responding to the emergency.

• With the UNICEF Coordinator, lead the strategic development of the Child Protection Sub-Sector including development of strategies, work plans, coordination of response activities and taking into account the cross-cutting issues (Gender Equality, Value of Money, Effectiveness and Efficiency of the strategies, plans and response).

• Ensure that information is shared amongst the Sub-Sector members and between sectors/clusters in order to improve planning, integration and implementation. This includes contributing to regular UNICEF and OCHA situation reports, and taking an active part in OCHA co-ordination meetings.

• Support the capacity of sub-national clusters and ensure that clear and effective communication occurs between sub-national Sector, Protection and other national cluster.

• Advocate and fundraise for Child Protection as first wave response and ensure that Child Protection is explicitly included and prioritized in all multi-sector assessments, reports and appeals.

• Facilitate the joint roll-out and potential contextualisation of the Minimum Standards, as well as policies and guidelines by the CP Sub-Sector members and build their capacity to apply these.

• Facilitate, work with and UNICEF,the National Council of Child Welfare(NCCW) and other actors in the rolling out the Community Based Child Protection Network Mechanism(CBCPN)

• Work closely with UNICEF and support the CP Co-Lead in tracking and monitoring of the CP Sub-Sector members fundraising for child protection specific interventions. Ensure that members are aware of funding opportunities and support their capacity to access these.

• Support sector wide contingency planning including support to the development and application of sector wide emergency preparedness plans and capacity building of sub-Sector members.

• Work with UNICEF, NCCW and the CP Sub-Sector members and ensured that Protect children are protected from all forms of harm; physical , exploitation and gender-based violence, psycho social distress, from family separation and promote appropriate reunification, abuses related to displacement, denial of children's access to quality education.

• Support the Sub-Sector lead in maintaining effective communication and information sharing within the sector and among other sectors.

• Coordinate with the Sub-Sector lead and other sub sector partners in mapping the CP needs, capacities and gaps in service provision is realized and communicated.

• Support the Sub-Sector lead in developing reporting mechanism and coordinate with Sub-Sector member’s activities progress report for effective monitoring and evaluation.

• In close coordination with child protection Sub-Sector Lead, coordinate and facilitate training for sector members, local government authorities and other humanitarian actors.

• Develop CP monitoring and reporting mechanisms on a variety of levels e.g. formal data collection for advocacy, qualitative measures for programs development, information for donor reports, etc.

• Provide technical guidance and direction for effective locality and state based CP Sub-Sector coordination mechanisms.

• Provide guidelines for CFS structure, content, activities, delivery and that includes detailed establishment and operational cost estimates.

• Develop CFS entry/establishment and exit strategy process and that includes the process key steps and which actor is responsible for which step.

• Develop simple CFS Minimum Standards(with reference to all existing standards, guidelines .. etc)), the guidelines targeted (Child Protection(CP, project coordinator, CFS Animator, CFS Supervisor, Camp/grassroots, CP disaster response Officer, children consultation and participation child friendly guidelines - that may include different steps drawing/audio-visual symbols, etc).

• Develop CP monitoring and reporting mechanisms on a variety of levels e.g. formal data collection for advocacy, qualitative measures for programs development, information for donor reports, etc.

• Provide technical guidance and direction for effective locality and state based CP Sub-Sector coordination mechanism.

• Provide guidelines for CFS structure, content, activities, delivery and that includes detailed establishment and operational cost estimates.

• Monitoring and Reporting Mechanism (MRM) on grave violations of children's rights using inter-agency tools and system to manage these cases and to collect and analyse other incidences.
  Committed to safeguarding the psychological and social well-being of children affected by emergencies.
  Strengthen children resilience in emergency actions and recover from the effect of the shock.

Emergency preparedness and response

• Work closely with UNICEF and support in tracking the developments of the humanitarian situation through collaboration in humanitarian for a particularly inter-cluster coordination and with OCHA.

• Work with the CP Co-Lead and support on CPiE needs assessments at state level as required.

• Work with the CP Co-Lead and support on the mapping of CPiE capacity and gaps at national and state level to mobilise an effective CPiE response

• Work with the CP Co-Lead and support on the development of systematic plan for strengthening coordination structures at a state level including:

• Continuing the roll-out of CPiE co-ordination training across priority states, including training on the CPMS.

• Based on these trainings ensure that all relevant states have practical contingency plans and preparedness actions that respond to specific risk scenarios they face.

Key deliverables
• Submit entry and exit strategy for CFS in Sudan content applicable to Plan International Sudan and Child Protection Sub-Sector partners humanitarian operations with more focus on Darfur and White Nile state, this includes a cost estimate for model CFS in Sudan context.
• Submit Child Protection (CP) project coordinator operational and monitoring guidelines.
• Submit CFS Animator deliverable/tasks guideline
• Submit CFS Supervisor deliverable/tasks guideline
• Camp/grassroots Child Protection disaster response Officer.
• Children participation and consultation in CFS establishment and delivery guidelines (this can includes drawing/diagram design that child friendly).
Others
• Work closely with the CP Co-Lead UNICEF Coordinator following and support the Sub-Sector work plan.
• Work closely with the Information Management (IM) and oversee the maintenance and upkeep of the sub-cluster l information management system.
• Work with the CP Co-Lead and support the State Child Protection Focal Points to collect analyze and share information to make informed, evidence-based, strategic decisions on the CP needs of affected populations.
• Work with the CP Co-Lead and support the use of available and accurate data to inform the prioritization of needs and available resources for response, identify gaps, map capacity, report and for advocacy purposes.
• Work with the CP Co-Lead, support and ensured regular response activities monitoring and coordinate the measurement of the impact of CPiE programmes on the lives of vulnerable children and youth affected by acute emergencies; report progress towards the Sub-Sector indicators;
• As the humanitarian and security situation in Darfur and other parts develops, all coordination staff will need to adapt their roles to ensure that the CP sub-Sector fulfils its role. The generic accountabilities listed below are an indicative list of other areas of work that the CP Sub-Sector Coordinator/co-lead may need to assume.

Salary and Benefits:
Plan offers a very competitive salary and benefits package to its employees. The starting salary for this post is Eight Thousand Five Hundred Ninety Two SDG (8592 Eight Thousand Five Hundred Ninety Two SDG) per month. In addition to the salary, Plan offers a generous package of benefit and different allowances including health insurance. Plan also pays additional three months basic salary every year to staff during key festivals "Eid Alfeter, and Eid Adha” and in the month when school starts in Sudan. Plan also provides a number of capacity development opportunities to its employees including Talent Management Program.

The closing date for the applications is 7th December 2015. Please use the title: “Child Protection in Emergency Coordinator” in your application. Please attach your relevant CV, a letter explaining how your skills and experiences meet the requirements of the job, your contact details including phone and emails and contact details (including name, address, email address and phone number) of two referees who know you professionally. Please note that one of the referees must be your current/most recent line manager. The complete application should be submitted to Humanitarian Aid Commission (HAC) - Labor Office, Khartoum - Sudan

About Plan International Sudan:

Plan is an International Child Centered community development Organization with no religious, political or governmental affiliation. Child Sponsorship is the basic foundation of the Organization and Plan is committed to realizing child rights and is obligated to provide children with whom it works a safe and conducive environment.

Plan International –Sudan is seeking a person with a strong sense of integrity and personal commitment to help us further our organization’s mission in Sudan. Reporting to the HR Manager, this post is required to support the delivery of the agreed Human Resource Strategy of Plan Sudan.

Major Responsibilities:
• Coordinates recruitment activities and follows up with HAC (Humanitarian Aid Commission/Labor offices) in terms of all the necessary arrangements.
• Arranges for interviews for potential applicants and finalizes the selection process.
• Prepares employment contracts for selected candidates (permanent, fixed term employment and consultants) and follows up its completion, implementation and their renewal.
• Plans and conducts new employee orientation to foster positive attitude toward organizational objectives.
• Ensures that employment files and records are completed and always up to date in accordance with Labor Law requirements.
• Compiles and controls the implementation of annual leave plans, and maintains up to date register for annual leaves.
• Liaises with Social Insurance Organization and implements the official procedures on time for new employees and terminated ones.
• Administers sick leave records, and liaises with Health Insurance body “public /private” to refer sick employees for medical checkups and to receive the medical reports on sick leave needed.
• Ensures accurate time keeping, reviews attendance records for Plan Sudan Country Office, Khartoum.
• Maintains the staff Medical Insurance list and updates as needed.
• Participates along with HR Team on the Performance Appraisal of staff.
• Performs any other related duties related to the objective or the position as and when required.

Salary and Benefits:
Plan offers a very competitive salary and benefits package to its employees. The starting salary for this post is 5100 (Five Thousand One hundred SDG) per month. In addition to the salary, Plan offers a generous package of benefit and different allowances including health insurance. Plan also pays additional three months basic salary every year to staff during key festivals "Eid Alfeter, and Eid Adha” and in the month when school starts in Sudan. Plan also provides a number of capacity development opportunities to its employees including Talent Management Program.

The closing date for the applications is 10th December 2015. Please use the title: “HR Officer” in your application. Please attach your relevant CV, a letter explaining how your skills and experiences meet the requirements of the job, your contact details including phone and email in addition to the names and contact details of two referees who know you professionally. Please note that one of the referees must be your current/most recent line manager. The complete application should be submitted to Humanitarian Aid Commission (HAC) - Labor Office- Khartoum - Sudan.