Job Title: Nutritionist, Somalia
Closing Date: Thursday, 15 December 2011
The Nutritionist
The Nutritionist
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International Medical Corps is a global, humanitarian, nonprofit organization dedicated to saving lives and relieving suffering through health care training and relief and development programs.
Established in 1984 by volunteer doctors and nurses, International Medical Corps is a private, voluntary, nonpolitical, nonsectarian organization. Its mission is to improve the quality of life through health interventions and related activities that build local capacity in underserved communities worldwide. By offering training and health care to local populations and medical assistance to people at highest risk, and with the flexibility to respond rapidly to emergency situations, International Medical Corps rehabilitates devastated health care systems and helps bring them back to self-reliance.
CONTEXT AND BACKGROUND
International Medical Corps started providing primary health care services in South Central Somalia following the collapse of the Siad Barre regime in 1991 and since then has been funded by a number of donors including ECHO, DFID, OFDA and UNICEF, among others. This long term presence has enabled the organization to establish a strong presence in Somalia. International Medical Corps started implementation of health, nutrition and WASH program in Somaliland (Sanaag Region) with funding from ECHO and OFDA in April 2010. The ECHO-funded components ended in November 2010, while the OFDA funded intervention ended in March 2011. Currently International Medical Corps is implementing an emergency nutrition in Sool and Sanaag regions of Somaliland funded by UNICEF Somalia.
International Medical Corps is applying for an ECHO funded project in Somaliland and is looking for three nutritionists to assist the Senior Nutrition Coordinator in implementing International Medical Corps' nutrition programs in Somalia.
This position is contingent upon funding.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide the technical guidance to the implementation of the nutrition program in Somalia
Assist International Medical Corps in recruitment and orientation of the Somali national nutrition staff
Identify training needs, plan and implement relevant trainings for National nutrition staff, in conjunction with the Senior Nutrition Coordinator.
Supervise and evaluate performance of nutrition national staff
Organize initial and on-job training for staff on nutrition guidelines and protocols
Organize nutrition program supplies; ordering, stocking and distribution and monitoring of consumption and monthly reporting on consumption
Ensure that therapeutic foods and the nutritional equipment are in place on a monthly basis
Supervise collection and compilation of nutrition program data in geographic area of responsibility, and ensure meticulous and timely reporting
Submit weekly statistics and monthly narrative report to the Senior Nutrition Coordinator.
Support nutrition assessments/surveys, monitoring and evaluation of the nutrition program
Lead the processes of community mobilization to ensure community participation as relates to the nutrition program activities
Represent the organization in meetings in the field, including nutrition cluster and MOH meetings.
Maintain good, positive contacts with the Ministry of Health (MOH), local authorities, and community leaders to ensure their involvement in program activities.
Participate in the development of nutrition proposals.
SKILLS AND REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor's degree in Nutrition and 5+ years of relevant work experience (minimum 3 years in developing country or in emergency setting
Work experience in Community Management Acute Malnutrition (CMAM) required
Program development experience in a Humanitarian and/or emergency situation required
Ability to train national staff on nutrition technical issues
Strong organizational skills;
Possess excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work within different cultural environments,
Experience of a flexible approach to managing and prioritizing a high workload and multiple tasks in a fast paced environment with tight deadlines
Ability to exercise sound judgment and make decisions independently
Extremely flexible, and have the ability to cope with stressful situations and frustrations.
Ability to relate to and motivate local staff effectively
Creativity and the ability to work with limited resources.
Experience of proactively identifying and addressing issues
Experience of establishing strong working relationships with colleagues from different functions and cultures
Must work independently under difficult conditions.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret administrative reports, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
Ability and willingness to travel to rural locations and live in sometimes basic conditions.
Previous experience working for an international NGO in developing countries required
Previous experience in Sub Saharan Africa desired
LANGUAGES
Ability to read, write, analyze and interpret, technical and non-technical in English.
Strong communication skills, with the ability to effectively present information and respond appropriately to questions from senior managers in the field and HQ, counterparts, senior government leaders and other donors.
Knowledge of Somali language a plus.
CONDITIONS
Accommodation, food and transportation provided by International Medical Corps
Medical Evacuation service and competitive benefits provided by International Medical Corps
Further information regarding security and situation on the field available during the interview process
How to apply:
To officially begin the application process, please visit our website at http://www.internationalmedicalcorps.org and go to our "Careers" page. Find your desired position, click on the position title and complete the application at the bottom of the job description.
Deadline: 15th December 2011
Tuesday, 13 December 2011
Jobs in Congo at Mercy Corps
Job TItle: Country Director, Goma or Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Closing Date: Saturday, 21 January 2012
GENERAL POSITION SUMMARY:
Mercy Corps is seeking a visionary leader who is capable of successfully managing a large portfolio of programs in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), resulting in lasting improvements in the lives of our partners. As Mercy Corps' most senior manager in the country, the Country Director (CD) shapes the strategic direction and management of the portfolio, building upon the strengths and experience of current staff and recruiting new staff as needed to manage existing and new projects. The CD has supervisory responsibility for the country team, comprised of approximately 75 people. The country office is in Goma, North Kivu with sub-offices in Nyanzale and Dungu. The CD will be expected to travel to these field offices , as well as make regular trips to Kinshasa for donor and other representational meetings.
The CD is also responsible for financial management , strategic planning, monitoring and evaluation , staff security, human resource management, agency representation, and coordination with headquarters in Portland, OR. The CD will ensure that country program operations are of the highest quality and standards and supportive of Mercy Corps' global and regional strategies.
PROGRAM SUMMARY:
Mercy Corps has worked together with communities and stakeholders in DRC since 2007, focusing on both emergency response as well as longer-term development programs. For example, Mercy Corps is providing emergency water, sanitation and hygiene services to thousands of displaced persons and host communities, and we are working with local stakeholders to rehabilitate water sources to create a reliable supply of potable water. At the same time, we are also implementing programs aimed at improving food security through agricultural development , sanitation, health, nutrition, governance, and local capacity-building.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Strategy and Vision
Lead the annual country planning process: develop and communicate to team members and stakeholders a clear vision of present and future program goals that translates into concrete programs and work plans that achieve impact and accountability.
Collaborate with team members to provide high-quality reports on program activities to donors.
Program Management
Maintain oversight of all aspects of programs, ensuring progress towards achieving program objectives and pro-actively identifying challenges and solutions, in collaboration with team members.
Oversee the production of high-quality proposals and reports to donors, ensuring that staff have budgeted time and resources to deliver complete reports that effectively communicate program activities.
Team Management
Supervise and provide leadership to a diverse team of approximately 75 direct and indirect reports in field offices .
Create a work environment of mutual respect that attracts motivated, skilled, and effective team members and enables them deliver excellent performance, both individually and collaboratively.
Contribute to country team-building efforts, help team members identify problem-solving options, and ensure the integration of all team members into relevant decision-making processes.
Operations Management
Apply Mercy Corps' Design, Monitoring, and Evaluation (DM&E) principles and framework to programs to ensure the country's overall strategy includes effective, timely reporting systems for all programs.
Ensure effective, transparent use of resources in compliance with Mercy Corps and donor policies/procedures.
Oversee budget management of sub-grantees/sub-contractors.
Build and maintain operational systems that ensure proper administrative support for programs.
Representation
Closely monitor and contribute to the development of UN, Donor, Governmental, and Civil Society strategies and plans;
Maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, such as NGOs, local governments, donors, etc.;
Security
Coordinate with team members, including the VP of Operations and Regional Program Director on crucial events, high-risk periods, incident reporting, and security policy changes.
Personal Leadership
Demonstrate flexibility, resilience, and an ability to maintain positive relationships with composure.
Maintain high ethical standards and treat people with respect and dignity.
Demonstrate an awareness of his/her own strengths and development needs, as well as a willingness to improve performance.
Organizational Learning: As part of our commitment to organizational learning and in support of our understanding that learning organizations are more effective, efficient and relevant to the communities they serve - we expect all team members to commit 5% of their time to learning activities that benefit Mercy Corps as well as themselves.
Accountability to Beneficiaries: Mercy Corps team members are expected to support all efforts towards accountability, specifically to our beneficiaries and to international standards guiding international relief and development work, while actively engaging beneficiary communities as equal partners in the design, monitoring and evaluation of our field projects.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: Deputy Country Director, Finance Director, Chief of Party – MYAP, and Technical Advisors (governance, agriculture, WASH) - total 7 direct reports.
ACCOUNTABILITY:
REPORTS DIRECTLY TO: Deputy Regional Program Director
WORKS DIRECTLY WITH: Senior Program Officer, Assistant Program Officer, Regional Finance Officer, Technical Support Unit team members
KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:
7-10 years of field experience in international relief and development programs, including demonstrable success in managing large, complex programs.
5 years of senior-level leadership, capacity building, and field management experience.
Previous work experience in sub-Saharan Africa and in insecure environments.
Demonstrated success working effectively and respectfully with host country government, private sector, INGO, NGO partners and other stakeholders in complex environments.
Proven skills in financial and grants management.
Prior experience with US, UN, and EC grant management required.
Experience with multi-year assistance programs and Title II food aid programs preferred.
Successful and proven negotiation, communication, and organization skills.
Ability to work effectively with an ethnically-diverse team in a sensitive environment.
Fluent verbal/written English and French required.
MA/S or equivalent in social science, management, international development, or related field preferred.
SUCCESS FACTORS:
Ability to navigate complex situations with diplomacy.
Effective verbal and written communication, multi-tasking, organizational, and prioritization skills.
Demonstrated attention to detail, ability to follow procedures, meet deadlines and work independently and cooperatively with team members.
Ability to train and facilitate dialogue among a diverse group of individuals with various skill sets and working styles.
Sense of humor appreciated.
LIVING /ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:
This position is based either in Kinshasa or Goma; both locations are accompanied. This position requires 30% travel by vehicle to field offices in remote, at times high-risk environments.
Security in Kinshasa and Goma is improving, but still tenuous. Good housing, consumer goods, and proximity to Rwanda for travel are accessible. Water and electricity are generally available with occasional outages. Good housing, consumer goods, and proximity to Rwanda for travel are accessible. Security is sometimes high-risk. Staff will have decent access to medical, electricity, water and other services.
Mercy Corps Team members represent the agency both during and outside of work hours when deployed in a field posting or on a visit/TDY to a field posting. Team members are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner and respect local laws, customs and MC's policies, procedures, and values at all times and in all in-country venues.
Mercy Corps is an AA/EOE.
How to apply:
Please apply directly at:
http://mercycorps.silkroad.com/epostings/submit.cfm?fuseaction=app.dspjob&jobid=217850&company_id=15927&jobboardid=479
Closing Date: Saturday, 21 January 2012
Closing Date: Saturday, 21 January 2012
GENERAL POSITION SUMMARY:
Mercy Corps is seeking a visionary leader who is capable of successfully managing a large portfolio of programs in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), resulting in lasting improvements in the lives of our partners. As Mercy Corps' most senior manager in the country, the Country Director (CD) shapes the strategic direction and management of the portfolio, building upon the strengths and experience of current staff and recruiting new staff as needed to manage existing and new projects. The CD has supervisory responsibility for the country team, comprised of approximately 75 people. The country office is in Goma, North Kivu with sub-offices in Nyanzale and Dungu. The CD will be expected to travel to these field offices , as well as make regular trips to Kinshasa for donor and other representational meetings.
The CD is also responsible for financial management , strategic planning, monitoring and evaluation , staff security, human resource management, agency representation, and coordination with headquarters in Portland, OR. The CD will ensure that country program operations are of the highest quality and standards and supportive of Mercy Corps' global and regional strategies.
PROGRAM SUMMARY:
Mercy Corps has worked together with communities and stakeholders in DRC since 2007, focusing on both emergency response as well as longer-term development programs. For example, Mercy Corps is providing emergency water, sanitation and hygiene services to thousands of displaced persons and host communities, and we are working with local stakeholders to rehabilitate water sources to create a reliable supply of potable water. At the same time, we are also implementing programs aimed at improving food security through agricultural development , sanitation, health, nutrition, governance, and local capacity-building.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Strategy and Vision
Lead the annual country planning process: develop and communicate to team members and stakeholders a clear vision of present and future program goals that translates into concrete programs and work plans that achieve impact and accountability.
Collaborate with team members to provide high-quality reports on program activities to donors.
Program Management
Maintain oversight of all aspects of programs, ensuring progress towards achieving program objectives and pro-actively identifying challenges and solutions, in collaboration with team members.
Oversee the production of high-quality proposals and reports to donors, ensuring that staff have budgeted time and resources to deliver complete reports that effectively communicate program activities.
Team Management
Supervise and provide leadership to a diverse team of approximately 75 direct and indirect reports in field offices .
Create a work environment of mutual respect that attracts motivated, skilled, and effective team members and enables them deliver excellent performance, both individually and collaboratively.
Contribute to country team-building efforts, help team members identify problem-solving options, and ensure the integration of all team members into relevant decision-making processes.
Operations Management
Apply Mercy Corps' Design, Monitoring, and Evaluation (DM&E) principles and framework to programs to ensure the country's overall strategy includes effective, timely reporting systems for all programs.
Ensure effective, transparent use of resources in compliance with Mercy Corps and donor policies/procedures.
Oversee budget management of sub-grantees/sub-contractors.
Build and maintain operational systems that ensure proper administrative support for programs.
Representation
Closely monitor and contribute to the development of UN, Donor, Governmental, and Civil Society strategies and plans;
Maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, such as NGOs, local governments, donors, etc.;
Security
Coordinate with team members, including the VP of Operations and Regional Program Director on crucial events, high-risk periods, incident reporting, and security policy changes.
Personal Leadership
Demonstrate flexibility, resilience, and an ability to maintain positive relationships with composure.
Maintain high ethical standards and treat people with respect and dignity.
Demonstrate an awareness of his/her own strengths and development needs, as well as a willingness to improve performance.
Organizational Learning: As part of our commitment to organizational learning and in support of our understanding that learning organizations are more effective, efficient and relevant to the communities they serve - we expect all team members to commit 5% of their time to learning activities that benefit Mercy Corps as well as themselves.
Accountability to Beneficiaries: Mercy Corps team members are expected to support all efforts towards accountability, specifically to our beneficiaries and to international standards guiding international relief and development work, while actively engaging beneficiary communities as equal partners in the design, monitoring and evaluation of our field projects.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: Deputy Country Director, Finance Director, Chief of Party – MYAP, and Technical Advisors (governance, agriculture, WASH) - total 7 direct reports.
ACCOUNTABILITY:
REPORTS DIRECTLY TO: Deputy Regional Program Director
WORKS DIRECTLY WITH: Senior Program Officer, Assistant Program Officer, Regional Finance Officer, Technical Support Unit team members
KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:
7-10 years of field experience in international relief and development programs, including demonstrable success in managing large, complex programs.
5 years of senior-level leadership, capacity building, and field management experience.
Previous work experience in sub-Saharan Africa and in insecure environments.
Demonstrated success working effectively and respectfully with host country government, private sector, INGO, NGO partners and other stakeholders in complex environments.
Proven skills in financial and grants management.
Prior experience with US, UN, and EC grant management required.
Experience with multi-year assistance programs and Title II food aid programs preferred.
Successful and proven negotiation, communication, and organization skills.
Ability to work effectively with an ethnically-diverse team in a sensitive environment.
Fluent verbal/written English and French required.
MA/S or equivalent in social science, management, international development, or related field preferred.
SUCCESS FACTORS:
Ability to navigate complex situations with diplomacy.
Effective verbal and written communication, multi-tasking, organizational, and prioritization skills.
Demonstrated attention to detail, ability to follow procedures, meet deadlines and work independently and cooperatively with team members.
Ability to train and facilitate dialogue among a diverse group of individuals with various skill sets and working styles.
Sense of humor appreciated.
LIVING /ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:
This position is based either in Kinshasa or Goma; both locations are accompanied. This position requires 30% travel by vehicle to field offices in remote, at times high-risk environments.
Security in Kinshasa and Goma is improving, but still tenuous. Good housing, consumer goods, and proximity to Rwanda for travel are accessible. Water and electricity are generally available with occasional outages. Good housing, consumer goods, and proximity to Rwanda for travel are accessible. Security is sometimes high-risk. Staff will have decent access to medical, electricity, water and other services.
Mercy Corps Team members represent the agency both during and outside of work hours when deployed in a field posting or on a visit/TDY to a field posting. Team members are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner and respect local laws, customs and MC's policies, procedures, and values at all times and in all in-country venues.
Mercy Corps is an AA/EOE.
How to apply:
Please apply directly at:
http://mercycorps.silkroad.com/epostings/submit.cfm?fuseaction=app.dspjob&jobid=217850&company_id=15927&jobboardid=479
Closing Date: Saturday, 21 January 2012
Jobs at Search For Common Ground in Nigeria- Project Manager
Job title: Project Manager – Nigeria
Category Jobs
Location Port Harcourt, Nigeria
Summary
The Project Manager will be responsible for a new project in the Niger Delta which contributes to the amnesty process focusing on reconciliation and reintegration at community level, working with local partners to help strengthen the finding of cooperative solutions to deeply rooted conflict issues.
Based in Port Harcourt, Nigeria, the Project Manager will report to the Country Director and is an integral member of the country programme. S/he will be responsible for the timely implementation of the activities in the new project, building an action team of partners and staff and measuring the impact of the results of the project.
Within Sub-Saharan Africa, SFCG works in twelve countries: Angola, Burundi, Côte d’Ivoire, Democratic Republic of Congo, Guinea, Liberia, Madagascar, Nigeria, Rwanda, Sierra Leone, Sudan, Tanzania, and Zimbabwe. Since 2003, SFCG has worked through its multi-media division, Common Ground Productions, in Nigeria, from 2004 to 2008 producing and broadcasting a TV series targeting a youth audience. In 2010, SFCG began building its engagement in Nigeria, initiating a multi-year conflict transformation program, utilizing media and support to civil society in order to expand and deepen the impact of the Common Ground approach in Nigeria. SFCG has established a permanent presence in Abuja as an operational base for a number of initiatives comprising the country program. SFCG works to support peaceful resolution of conflict in the areas of Nigeria such as the Niger Delta and Jos.
Responsibilities
Organizational Development and Implementation
Establish an office in Port Harcourt to serve for the operational base of the project and serve as SFCG’s local representative in the Delta
Establish an action team for implementation of the project – building partnerships with key partners in the project and staff members
Ensure the workplanning with the action team, implementation and reporting of the activities in respect of the project to support the amnesty process in the Niger Delta
Manage the various partnerships which are central to the project
Work with the Country Director to build appropriate strategy for the rollout of the project
Establish good working relations with relevant stakeholders for the effective implementation of the project including government offices and officials at federal, state and local level
Develop and maintain proactive, positive, and professional relationships with partner organizations, other NGOS, donors, clients, politicians, key government officials, civil society groups, working on the amnesty process in the Niger Delta
Implement administrative and financial systems for the execution of the project
Maintain regular written and oral reporting to the Nigeria Director on key country, regional, program, security and staff issues
Maintain responsible media coverage of program events and issues in the Delta related to SFCG mission and the project
Administration
Oversee general office affairs
Establishing and managing an operational office in the Delta from which the project is implemented ensuring compliance with local laws and organizational policies and procedures, including the management and evaluation of a diverse staff
Ensure the implementation of Niger Delta-based project on-time and within budget
Ensure compliance with SFCG Operations Manual policies and procedures
Establish and maintain updated security and evacuation plans
Oversee the management of grants and budgets, ensuring timely grant reporting and compliance with contract and donor guidelines
Manage and report the finances of the sub office, establishing and monitoring a system of checks and balances to ensure the program’s financial stability and viability within annual operating budget
Be the focal point in the Niger Delta with regard to organization-wide institutional learning and design, monitoring and evaluation policies
The Project Manager will work with the Nigeria Director and delegates to establish strategic priorities for SFCG in Nigeria, including defining program priorities, plans and long-term strategy within the overall Africa Program vision and goals. With these priorities, collaboration will be expected to:
Identify and assess current and existing conflict management and prevention initiatives in the Niger Delta and the relevant actors and stakeholders
Identify local partners and target communities, and seek their input through individual meetings and planning sessions
Establish SFCG’s vision and specific objectives for the Niger Delta to contribute to the wider Nigeria country programme program, including identifying tools and methodology
Be directly engaged in the continuing development of the organization, its mission and its staff, through the sharing of experience and knowledge, particularly contributing to its Institutional Learning efforts
As job descriptions cannot be exhaustive, the position holder may be required to undertake other duties that are broadly in line with the above key duties.
Minimum Qualifications
Post graduate degree in social sciences or related field
At least five (5) years of experience in peace-building, development and/or related fields, including democracy and governance issues such as civil society strengthening
Proven ability to negotiate multiple relationships with various partners
Demonstrated financial management and program administration experience particularly with EU grants
Demonstrated budgeting, proposal writing, and grants management skills
Dynamic leader with creative problem-solving skills, particularly in challenging situations
Knowledge of major donor rules and regulations, and the ability to manage multi-donor funding
Excellent interpersonal and networking skills, as well as the ability to build and conduct effective professional working relationships at all levels, both internally and externally
Spoken and written fluency in English
Strong oral and written communications skills
Cultural sensitivity and adaptability
Experience living and working overseas, preferably inNigeriaor a related area ofAfrica
Entrepreneurial spirit
Experience with creative conflict resolution practice
Salary Commensurate with experience and education, with excellent benefits
How To Apply
Please send a cover letter and resume to employment@sfcg.org or fax to +1 (202) 232-6718 with the subject heading: Project Manager – Nigeria. Please be sure to include minimum salary requirements (in currency figures) or current salary, projected start date, and to mention where you found this posting.
Deadline: 21st December 2011
Category Jobs
Location Port Harcourt, Nigeria
Summary
The Project Manager will be responsible for a new project in the Niger Delta which contributes to the amnesty process focusing on reconciliation and reintegration at community level, working with local partners to help strengthen the finding of cooperative solutions to deeply rooted conflict issues.
Based in Port Harcourt, Nigeria, the Project Manager will report to the Country Director and is an integral member of the country programme. S/he will be responsible for the timely implementation of the activities in the new project, building an action team of partners and staff and measuring the impact of the results of the project.
Within Sub-Saharan Africa, SFCG works in twelve countries: Angola, Burundi, Côte d’Ivoire, Democratic Republic of Congo, Guinea, Liberia, Madagascar, Nigeria, Rwanda, Sierra Leone, Sudan, Tanzania, and Zimbabwe. Since 2003, SFCG has worked through its multi-media division, Common Ground Productions, in Nigeria, from 2004 to 2008 producing and broadcasting a TV series targeting a youth audience. In 2010, SFCG began building its engagement in Nigeria, initiating a multi-year conflict transformation program, utilizing media and support to civil society in order to expand and deepen the impact of the Common Ground approach in Nigeria. SFCG has established a permanent presence in Abuja as an operational base for a number of initiatives comprising the country program. SFCG works to support peaceful resolution of conflict in the areas of Nigeria such as the Niger Delta and Jos.
Responsibilities
Organizational Development and Implementation
Establish an office in Port Harcourt to serve for the operational base of the project and serve as SFCG’s local representative in the Delta
Establish an action team for implementation of the project – building partnerships with key partners in the project and staff members
Ensure the workplanning with the action team, implementation and reporting of the activities in respect of the project to support the amnesty process in the Niger Delta
Manage the various partnerships which are central to the project
Work with the Country Director to build appropriate strategy for the rollout of the project
Establish good working relations with relevant stakeholders for the effective implementation of the project including government offices and officials at federal, state and local level
Develop and maintain proactive, positive, and professional relationships with partner organizations, other NGOS, donors, clients, politicians, key government officials, civil society groups, working on the amnesty process in the Niger Delta
Implement administrative and financial systems for the execution of the project
Maintain regular written and oral reporting to the Nigeria Director on key country, regional, program, security and staff issues
Maintain responsible media coverage of program events and issues in the Delta related to SFCG mission and the project
Administration
Oversee general office affairs
Establishing and managing an operational office in the Delta from which the project is implemented ensuring compliance with local laws and organizational policies and procedures, including the management and evaluation of a diverse staff
Ensure the implementation of Niger Delta-based project on-time and within budget
Ensure compliance with SFCG Operations Manual policies and procedures
Establish and maintain updated security and evacuation plans
Oversee the management of grants and budgets, ensuring timely grant reporting and compliance with contract and donor guidelines
Manage and report the finances of the sub office, establishing and monitoring a system of checks and balances to ensure the program’s financial stability and viability within annual operating budget
Be the focal point in the Niger Delta with regard to organization-wide institutional learning and design, monitoring and evaluation policies
The Project Manager will work with the Nigeria Director and delegates to establish strategic priorities for SFCG in Nigeria, including defining program priorities, plans and long-term strategy within the overall Africa Program vision and goals. With these priorities, collaboration will be expected to:
Identify and assess current and existing conflict management and prevention initiatives in the Niger Delta and the relevant actors and stakeholders
Identify local partners and target communities, and seek their input through individual meetings and planning sessions
Establish SFCG’s vision and specific objectives for the Niger Delta to contribute to the wider Nigeria country programme program, including identifying tools and methodology
Be directly engaged in the continuing development of the organization, its mission and its staff, through the sharing of experience and knowledge, particularly contributing to its Institutional Learning efforts
As job descriptions cannot be exhaustive, the position holder may be required to undertake other duties that are broadly in line with the above key duties.
Minimum Qualifications
Post graduate degree in social sciences or related field
At least five (5) years of experience in peace-building, development and/or related fields, including democracy and governance issues such as civil society strengthening
Proven ability to negotiate multiple relationships with various partners
Demonstrated financial management and program administration experience particularly with EU grants
Demonstrated budgeting, proposal writing, and grants management skills
Dynamic leader with creative problem-solving skills, particularly in challenging situations
Knowledge of major donor rules and regulations, and the ability to manage multi-donor funding
Excellent interpersonal and networking skills, as well as the ability to build and conduct effective professional working relationships at all levels, both internally and externally
Spoken and written fluency in English
Strong oral and written communications skills
Cultural sensitivity and adaptability
Experience living and working overseas, preferably inNigeriaor a related area ofAfrica
Entrepreneurial spirit
Experience with creative conflict resolution practice
Salary Commensurate with experience and education, with excellent benefits
How To Apply
Please send a cover letter and resume to employment@sfcg.org or fax to +1 (202) 232-6718 with the subject heading: Project Manager – Nigeria. Please be sure to include minimum salary requirements (in currency figures) or current salary, projected start date, and to mention where you found this posting.
Deadline: 21st December 2011
Search For Common Ground Jobs in Niger
Job Title: Sahel Team Leader
Category Jobs
Location Niamey, Niger
Summary
The Sahel Team Leader will be responsible for managing a new consortia project led by International Relief and Development (IRD) in four countries of the Sahel namely Burkina Faso, Mauritania, Chad and Niger. In its second phase, this project contributes to the US governments effort to combat violent extremism in the region through increasing community resilience and reducing the risk of instability. With a country specific, context sensitive and regionally integrated approach, this partnership programme, will see SFCG’s work integrated with two other partners namely Equal Access (media work), Salem Institute (conflict resolution training) and a host of local partners in each of the four countries. The project’s strategic objectives are more empowered youth, moderate voices are increased, civil society capacity is increased and local government is strengthened.
The project has a holistic approach focusing on weaving together youth, media, civil society and governance to accomplish integrated, mutually reinforcing results. SFCG will focus on bolstering youth CSO and association capacity and participation, create positive social networks through an integrated strategy incorporating radio programming (done by partner), participatory theater, and community development.
Working from Niamey, Niger, (the IRD led is based in Ghana and thus there will be many meetings in Ghana), the Sahel Team Leader will report to the Africa Director and work under the rubric of the West Africa strategy. S/he will be responsible for the timely implementation of the activities in the new project in line with the budget, building an action team of partners and staff and measuring the impact of the results of the project.
Responsibilities
The main responsibilities of the Sahel Team Leader will be to ensure that SFCG undertakes its obligations within the project in time and within budget.
Organizational Development and Implementation
Establish an office in Niamey to serve for the operational base of the project and serve as SFCG’s representative in the Sahel
Establish an action team for implementation of the project – building partnerships with key partners in the project consortium and staff members
Ensure the workplanning with the action team, implementation and reporting of the activities in respect of the project to support the project strategic objectives
Manage the various partnerships which are central to the project
Build an appropriate strategy for the rollout of the project
Establish good working relations with relevant stakeholders for the effective implementation of the project including government and non governmental level
Develop and maintain proactive, positive, and professional relationships with partner organizations, other NGOS, donors, clients, politicians, key government officials, civil society groups, working on similar or complementary issues in the region
Manage, with the support of a project coordinator, the administrative and financial systems for the execution of the project with effective delegation and supervision to country coordinators
Maintain regular written and oral reporting to the Africa Director on key country, regional, program, security and staff issues
Maintain responsible media coverage of program events and issues in the Sahel related to SFCG mission and the project
Administration
Establishing and managing an operational office in Niamey from which the project is implemented ensuring compliance with local laws and organizational policies and procedures, including the management and evaluation of a diverse staff across the four countries
Ensure the implementation of Sahel project on-time and within budget
Ensure compliance with SFCG Operations Manual policies and procedures
Establish and maintain updated security and evacuation plans
Oversee the management of the project funds, timely reporting and compliance with contract and donor guidelines
Establishing and monitoring a system of checks and balances to ensure the program is meeting its targets and delivering the requirements as well as capturing the learning locally at each stage.
Be the focal point in the Sahel with regard to organization-wide institutional learning and design, monitoring and evaluation policies
The Sahel Team Leader will work with the Africa Director to establish wider strategic priorities for the West Africa regional strategy and inform the present themes including defining program priorities, plans and long-term strategy within the overall Africa Program vision and goals. With these priorities, collaboration will be expected to:
Identify and assess current and existing conflict management and prevention initiatives in West Africa and identify relevant actors and key stakeholders
Establish SFCG’s vision in the Sahel to add to the West Africa strategy including identifying tools and methodologies that are appropriate to the environment
Be directly engaged in the continuing development of the organization, its mission and its staff, through the sharing of experience and knowledge, particularly contributing to its Institutional Learning efforts
As job descriptions cannot be exhaustive, the position holder may be required to undertake other duties that are broadly in line with the above key duties.
Minimum Qualifications
Post graduate degree in social sciences or related field
At least ten (10) years of experience in peace-building, development and/or related fields, including democracy and governance issues such as civil society strengthening
Proven ability to negotiate multiple relationships with various partners
Demonstrated people and process management skills
Dynamic leader with creative problem-solving skills, particularly in challenging situations
Knowledge of major donor rules and regulations, and the ability to manage multi-donor funding
Excellent interpersonal and networking skills, as well as the ability to build and conduct effective professional working relationships at all levels, both internally and externally
Spoken and written fluency in English and French
Strong oral and written communications skills
Cultural sensitivity and adaptability
Experience living and working in various west African locales
Entrepreneurial spirit
Experience with creative conflict resolution practice
Salary Commensurate with experience and education, with excellent benefits
How To Apply
Please send a cover letter and resume to employment@sfcg.org or fax to +1 (202) 232-6718 with the subject heading: Sahel Team Leader. Please be sure to include minimum salary requirements (in currency figures) or current salary, projected start date, and to mention where you found this posting.
Deadline:21st December 2011
Category Jobs
Location Niamey, Niger
Summary
The Sahel Team Leader will be responsible for managing a new consortia project led by International Relief and Development (IRD) in four countries of the Sahel namely Burkina Faso, Mauritania, Chad and Niger. In its second phase, this project contributes to the US governments effort to combat violent extremism in the region through increasing community resilience and reducing the risk of instability. With a country specific, context sensitive and regionally integrated approach, this partnership programme, will see SFCG’s work integrated with two other partners namely Equal Access (media work), Salem Institute (conflict resolution training) and a host of local partners in each of the four countries. The project’s strategic objectives are more empowered youth, moderate voices are increased, civil society capacity is increased and local government is strengthened.
The project has a holistic approach focusing on weaving together youth, media, civil society and governance to accomplish integrated, mutually reinforcing results. SFCG will focus on bolstering youth CSO and association capacity and participation, create positive social networks through an integrated strategy incorporating radio programming (done by partner), participatory theater, and community development.
Working from Niamey, Niger, (the IRD led is based in Ghana and thus there will be many meetings in Ghana), the Sahel Team Leader will report to the Africa Director and work under the rubric of the West Africa strategy. S/he will be responsible for the timely implementation of the activities in the new project in line with the budget, building an action team of partners and staff and measuring the impact of the results of the project.
Responsibilities
The main responsibilities of the Sahel Team Leader will be to ensure that SFCG undertakes its obligations within the project in time and within budget.
Organizational Development and Implementation
Establish an office in Niamey to serve for the operational base of the project and serve as SFCG’s representative in the Sahel
Establish an action team for implementation of the project – building partnerships with key partners in the project consortium and staff members
Ensure the workplanning with the action team, implementation and reporting of the activities in respect of the project to support the project strategic objectives
Manage the various partnerships which are central to the project
Build an appropriate strategy for the rollout of the project
Establish good working relations with relevant stakeholders for the effective implementation of the project including government and non governmental level
Develop and maintain proactive, positive, and professional relationships with partner organizations, other NGOS, donors, clients, politicians, key government officials, civil society groups, working on similar or complementary issues in the region
Manage, with the support of a project coordinator, the administrative and financial systems for the execution of the project with effective delegation and supervision to country coordinators
Maintain regular written and oral reporting to the Africa Director on key country, regional, program, security and staff issues
Maintain responsible media coverage of program events and issues in the Sahel related to SFCG mission and the project
Administration
Establishing and managing an operational office in Niamey from which the project is implemented ensuring compliance with local laws and organizational policies and procedures, including the management and evaluation of a diverse staff across the four countries
Ensure the implementation of Sahel project on-time and within budget
Ensure compliance with SFCG Operations Manual policies and procedures
Establish and maintain updated security and evacuation plans
Oversee the management of the project funds, timely reporting and compliance with contract and donor guidelines
Establishing and monitoring a system of checks and balances to ensure the program is meeting its targets and delivering the requirements as well as capturing the learning locally at each stage.
Be the focal point in the Sahel with regard to organization-wide institutional learning and design, monitoring and evaluation policies
The Sahel Team Leader will work with the Africa Director to establish wider strategic priorities for the West Africa regional strategy and inform the present themes including defining program priorities, plans and long-term strategy within the overall Africa Program vision and goals. With these priorities, collaboration will be expected to:
Identify and assess current and existing conflict management and prevention initiatives in West Africa and identify relevant actors and key stakeholders
Establish SFCG’s vision in the Sahel to add to the West Africa strategy including identifying tools and methodologies that are appropriate to the environment
Be directly engaged in the continuing development of the organization, its mission and its staff, through the sharing of experience and knowledge, particularly contributing to its Institutional Learning efforts
As job descriptions cannot be exhaustive, the position holder may be required to undertake other duties that are broadly in line with the above key duties.
Minimum Qualifications
Post graduate degree in social sciences or related field
At least ten (10) years of experience in peace-building, development and/or related fields, including democracy and governance issues such as civil society strengthening
Proven ability to negotiate multiple relationships with various partners
Demonstrated people and process management skills
Dynamic leader with creative problem-solving skills, particularly in challenging situations
Knowledge of major donor rules and regulations, and the ability to manage multi-donor funding
Excellent interpersonal and networking skills, as well as the ability to build and conduct effective professional working relationships at all levels, both internally and externally
Spoken and written fluency in English and French
Strong oral and written communications skills
Cultural sensitivity and adaptability
Experience living and working in various west African locales
Entrepreneurial spirit
Experience with creative conflict resolution practice
Salary Commensurate with experience and education, with excellent benefits
How To Apply
Please send a cover letter and resume to employment@sfcg.org or fax to +1 (202) 232-6718 with the subject heading: Sahel Team Leader. Please be sure to include minimum salary requirements (in currency figures) or current salary, projected start date, and to mention where you found this posting.
Deadline:21st December 2011
Jobs at Search For Common Ground in Tanzania
Job Title: Finance & Administrative Manager
Category Jobs
Location Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Summary
SFCG is a growing organization in Tanzania with the need of a strong and capable Administrative and Financial Manager in our Dar es Salaam office.
The Program
SFCG currently has programs in thirteen countries in Sub-Saharan Africa: Angola, Burundi, Côte d’Ivoire, Democratic Republic of Congo, Guinea, Liberia, Madagascar, Nigeria, Rwanda, Sierra Leone, Sudan, Tanzania, and Zimbabwe. SFCG also implements regional programming addressing cross-national programming.
Responsibilities
Efficient and effective oversight of all project funds
Manage financial systems and procedures
Develop program and operational budgets
Manage multiple co-funded and project specific budgets
Financial forecasting and strategy
Ensure that SFCG is in compliance under internal and international donor regulations
Report to senior managers in programme on budget vs. actuals on a monthly basis
Oversee Human Resources and ensuring compliance under Tanzanian law and conformity to SFCG’s practice
Manage internal and external audits
Maintain NGO registration for SFCG
Manage and support personnel
Ensure compliance with SFCG rules and regulations vis a vis the administration and financial policies manuals and donors’ requirements
Produce timely, quality, and accurate financial reports and practices, including preparation of monthly financial reports and follow up
Respond to routine inquiries related to finance and administrationAs job descriptions cannot be exhaustive, the position holder may be required to undertake other duties that are broadly in line with the above key responsibilities.
Minimum Qualifications
A university degree in accounting, economics or business administration
5+ years working for international NGO or similar in Finance and Administration capacity
Fluency in oral and written English and Swahili
Have a good grasp of mathematics and be able to perform complex calculations around payments and financial operations with the aid of a calculator and computer programme (Microsoft Excel)
Experience with managing Human Resource issues in Tanzania
Strong command of computer programming, specifically Microsoft office and the Internet
Strong knowledge of compliance regulations for European and United States donors
Experience with budgeting and reporting to International Donors
Capacity to negotiate with partners and to make decisions affecting those partnerships
Strong leadership and management skills
Possess strong oral and written communication skills and be able to establish and maintain good relationships with colleagues and partners
Have an interest in SFCG’s mission and work
Salary Commensurate with education and experience, with excellent benefits
How To Apply
Interested candidates should submit their application letter and CV via email at tanzania@sfcg.org before 17h00 31 December 2011. Please be sure to include minimum salary requirements (in currency figures) or current salary, projected start date, and to mention where you found this posting. No phone calls please. Only applicants invited for an interview will be contacted.
Deadline: 31 December 2011
Category Jobs
Location Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Summary
SFCG is a growing organization in Tanzania with the need of a strong and capable Administrative and Financial Manager in our Dar es Salaam office.
The Program
SFCG currently has programs in thirteen countries in Sub-Saharan Africa: Angola, Burundi, Côte d’Ivoire, Democratic Republic of Congo, Guinea, Liberia, Madagascar, Nigeria, Rwanda, Sierra Leone, Sudan, Tanzania, and Zimbabwe. SFCG also implements regional programming addressing cross-national programming.
Responsibilities
Efficient and effective oversight of all project funds
Manage financial systems and procedures
Develop program and operational budgets
Manage multiple co-funded and project specific budgets
Financial forecasting and strategy
Ensure that SFCG is in compliance under internal and international donor regulations
Report to senior managers in programme on budget vs. actuals on a monthly basis
Oversee Human Resources and ensuring compliance under Tanzanian law and conformity to SFCG’s practice
Manage internal and external audits
Maintain NGO registration for SFCG
Manage and support personnel
Ensure compliance with SFCG rules and regulations vis a vis the administration and financial policies manuals and donors’ requirements
Produce timely, quality, and accurate financial reports and practices, including preparation of monthly financial reports and follow up
Respond to routine inquiries related to finance and administrationAs job descriptions cannot be exhaustive, the position holder may be required to undertake other duties that are broadly in line with the above key responsibilities.
Minimum Qualifications
A university degree in accounting, economics or business administration
5+ years working for international NGO or similar in Finance and Administration capacity
Fluency in oral and written English and Swahili
Have a good grasp of mathematics and be able to perform complex calculations around payments and financial operations with the aid of a calculator and computer programme (Microsoft Excel)
Experience with managing Human Resource issues in Tanzania
Strong command of computer programming, specifically Microsoft office and the Internet
Strong knowledge of compliance regulations for European and United States donors
Experience with budgeting and reporting to International Donors
Capacity to negotiate with partners and to make decisions affecting those partnerships
Strong leadership and management skills
Possess strong oral and written communication skills and be able to establish and maintain good relationships with colleagues and partners
Have an interest in SFCG’s mission and work
Salary Commensurate with education and experience, with excellent benefits
How To Apply
Interested candidates should submit their application letter and CV via email at tanzania@sfcg.org before 17h00 31 December 2011. Please be sure to include minimum salary requirements (in currency figures) or current salary, projected start date, and to mention where you found this posting. No phone calls please. Only applicants invited for an interview will be contacted.
Deadline: 31 December 2011
Total E&P Nigeria Ltd Jobs- Security Professionals
Job Title:SECURITY PROFESSIONALS (10021562)
Job Type
Company : Total E&P Nigeria Ltd
Contract : permanent position
Branch : Exploration Production
Location : Nigeria - Nigeria
Interviews will take place in : Port-Harcourt & Lagos
Starting date : As soon as possible
Salary : According to profile and experience
Job description
The ideal candidate should have relevant experience in all or part of these areas:
• Implementation of security policies and procedures;
• Conducting of regular risk assessments and audits;
• Ensure security for movements and visits in residences
• Prepare and update security reports and documents;
• Plan, supervise and review the work of subordinate staff
• Gather intelligence information and use intelligence to support security needs and objectives of the company.
• Schedule and organize security awareness programs and events
Required skills
Education
A Bachelor degree in Law, Social Science or Political Science
Experience
Retired Armed Forces or Police Personnel with a minimum of 8 years experience; Industry experience will be an added advantage.
Also, experience from Security Agencies with bias for Intelligence wil be an added advantage.
Skills
• Ability to harness for result a team with diverse age, experiences and background.
• Good public and human relations ability.
• Computer application skills
• Ability to work under pressure
How to Apply:
http://careers.total.com/front/en_US/web/guest/fiche-offre?p_p_id=Offres_WAR_careersoffresportlet&p_p_lifecycle=0&p_p_state=normal&p_p_mode=view&p_p_col_id=column-1&p_p_col_count=1&_Offres_WAR_careersoffresportlet_offreId=10021562&_Offres_WAR_careersoffresportlet_curTypeContrat=Permanent+position&_Offres_WAR_careersoffresportlet_struts.portlet.action=%2Fview%2Fview%2Fdetail&_Offres_WAR_careersoffresportlet_struts.portlet.mode=view
Deadline: 21st December 2011
Job Type
Company : Total E&P Nigeria Ltd
Contract : permanent position
Branch : Exploration Production
Location : Nigeria - Nigeria
Interviews will take place in : Port-Harcourt & Lagos
Starting date : As soon as possible
Salary : According to profile and experience
Job description
The ideal candidate should have relevant experience in all or part of these areas:
• Implementation of security policies and procedures;
• Conducting of regular risk assessments and audits;
• Ensure security for movements and visits in residences
• Prepare and update security reports and documents;
• Plan, supervise and review the work of subordinate staff
• Gather intelligence information and use intelligence to support security needs and objectives of the company.
• Schedule and organize security awareness programs and events
Required skills
Education
A Bachelor degree in Law, Social Science or Political Science
Experience
Retired Armed Forces or Police Personnel with a minimum of 8 years experience; Industry experience will be an added advantage.
Also, experience from Security Agencies with bias for Intelligence wil be an added advantage.
Skills
• Ability to harness for result a team with diverse age, experiences and background.
• Good public and human relations ability.
• Computer application skills
• Ability to work under pressure
How to Apply:
http://careers.total.com/front/en_US/web/guest/fiche-offre?p_p_id=Offres_WAR_careersoffresportlet&p_p_lifecycle=0&p_p_state=normal&p_p_mode=view&p_p_col_id=column-1&p_p_col_count=1&_Offres_WAR_careersoffresportlet_offreId=10021562&_Offres_WAR_careersoffresportlet_curTypeContrat=Permanent+position&_Offres_WAR_careersoffresportlet_struts.portlet.action=%2Fview%2Fview%2Fdetail&_Offres_WAR_careersoffresportlet_struts.portlet.mode=view
Deadline: 21st December 2011
Jobs at Total E&P Nigeria- Procedures Officer
Job Title: METHODS AND PROCEDURES OFFICER (FINANCE) (10021561)
Job Type
Company : Total E&P Nigeria Ltd
Contract : permanent position
Branch : Exploration Production
Location : Nigeria - Nigeria
Interviews will take place in : Port-Harcourt & Lagos
Starting date : As soon as possible
Salary : According to profile and experience
Job description
The ideal candidate will be responsibel for the following;
• Coordinate the preparation and periodic alignment of General & Administration allocation rules.
• Coordinate and Execute Partners Budget Versions in SAP.
• Group Budget (PDC) Coordination and Execution in SAP.
• Design, documentation and management of the Cost Allocation system for actual and budgets.
• Ensure the cost allocation system design is in line with both the UAPC requirement and internal reporting requirement.
• Manage access and access rights, data preparation, reporting and user support for the budget census tool. Prepare and update documentation on the tool.
• Provide direct technical/ business support for both the FI and CO lead users as relates to day to day processing.
• Periodic review of cost structure.
• Provide analytical, technical and reporting support for the partners’ interfaces.
• General Documentation for Tools and systems.
• Coordinates the preparation, regular review and update of UNISUP procedures.
• Liaises with the SAP Métier Support and the SAP Support Centre (CCSAP).
• Administration of divisional Shared sites and Web pages.
• Administrator for the WBS Workflow
• Prepare periodic Management Cost Reports
• Provides IT support to departmental personnel.
• Impact assessment and recommendation on new system related technology
• Carries out other duties assigned by the hierarchy
Required skills
Education
A good bachelors degree in Business or Management. A Professional Accounting qualification will be an added advantage
Experience
A minimum of 5 years experience in SAP
Skills
• Communication, analytical and team leadership skills.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Knowledge of group norms, international and local accounting standards, SAP updates is important.
How to Apply:
http://careers.total.com/front/en_US/web/guest/fiche-offre?p_p_id=Offres_WAR_careersoffresportlet&p_p_lifecycle=0&p_p_state=normal&p_p_mode=view&p_p_col_id=column-1&p_p_col_count=1&_Offres_WAR_careersoffresportlet_offreId=10021561&_Offres_WAR_careersoffresportlet_curTypeContrat=Permanent+position&_Offres_WAR_careersoffresportlet_struts.portlet.action=%2Fview%2Fview%2Fdetail&_Offres_WAR_careersoffresportlet_struts.portlet.mode=view
Closing Date:21st December 2011
Job Type
Company : Total E&P Nigeria Ltd
Contract : permanent position
Branch : Exploration Production
Location : Nigeria - Nigeria
Interviews will take place in : Port-Harcourt & Lagos
Starting date : As soon as possible
Salary : According to profile and experience
Job description
The ideal candidate will be responsibel for the following;
• Coordinate the preparation and periodic alignment of General & Administration allocation rules.
• Coordinate and Execute Partners Budget Versions in SAP.
• Group Budget (PDC) Coordination and Execution in SAP.
• Design, documentation and management of the Cost Allocation system for actual and budgets.
• Ensure the cost allocation system design is in line with both the UAPC requirement and internal reporting requirement.
• Manage access and access rights, data preparation, reporting and user support for the budget census tool. Prepare and update documentation on the tool.
• Provide direct technical/ business support for both the FI and CO lead users as relates to day to day processing.
• Periodic review of cost structure.
• Provide analytical, technical and reporting support for the partners’ interfaces.
• General Documentation for Tools and systems.
• Coordinates the preparation, regular review and update of UNISUP procedures.
• Liaises with the SAP Métier Support and the SAP Support Centre (CCSAP).
• Administration of divisional Shared sites and Web pages.
• Administrator for the WBS Workflow
• Prepare periodic Management Cost Reports
• Provides IT support to departmental personnel.
• Impact assessment and recommendation on new system related technology
• Carries out other duties assigned by the hierarchy
Required skills
Education
A good bachelors degree in Business or Management. A Professional Accounting qualification will be an added advantage
Experience
A minimum of 5 years experience in SAP
Skills
• Communication, analytical and team leadership skills.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Knowledge of group norms, international and local accounting standards, SAP updates is important.
How to Apply:
http://careers.total.com/front/en_US/web/guest/fiche-offre?p_p_id=Offres_WAR_careersoffresportlet&p_p_lifecycle=0&p_p_state=normal&p_p_mode=view&p_p_col_id=column-1&p_p_col_count=1&_Offres_WAR_careersoffresportlet_offreId=10021561&_Offres_WAR_careersoffresportlet_curTypeContrat=Permanent+position&_Offres_WAR_careersoffresportlet_struts.portlet.action=%2Fview%2Fview%2Fdetail&_Offres_WAR_careersoffresportlet_struts.portlet.mode=view
Closing Date:21st December 2011
Total E&P Nigeria Jobs- Support Analyst
Job Title: UNISUP SUPPORT ANALYST (10021560)
Job Type
Company : Total E&P Nigeria Ltd.
Contract : permanent position
Branch : Exploration Production
Location : Nigeria - Nigeria
Interviews will take place in : Port-Harcourt & Lagos
Starting date : As soon as possible
Salary : According to profile and experience
Job description
The ideal candidate will be responsible for the following
Scan/Ejcc (invoice processing tool): Team leader in terms of configuration maintenance, support, training, workflow management for all entities and project teams
Unisup maintenance: Coordinates with the Competence Centre in Pau (CCSAP) and the affiliate Lead Users the implementation of modifications annually in UNISUP
Unisup support:
Team Leader in terms of helpdesk tool management.
Team Leader in terms of users' requests management: ensures that those requests are recorded, analyzed and delivered on time.
Coaches members of the helpdesk in customer care and provides support for end users’ complaints / needs.
Follow-up the escalation of issues to Competence Center (Level 2 support in Pau) and implement solutions as soon as possible
SOX
In charge of 7 controls. Ensures that frequencies are respected.
Assist the different auditors when audits on those 7 controls are performed.
Intranet: Supervises the maintenance of the Unisup Website
Required skills
Education
BSC or equivalent in Information Technology or Engineering; SAP Academy certification
Experience
A minimum of 5 years experience of which at least 2 years experience in Support and Basis activities in an SAP environment
Skills
• Good interpersonal and relationship skills
• Good knowledge of IT
How to Apply:
http://careers.total.com/front/en_US/web/guest/fiche-offre?p_p_id=Offres_WAR_careersoffresportlet&p_p_lifecycle=0&p_p_state=normal&p_p_mode=view&p_p_col_id=column-1&p_p_col_count=1&_Offres_WAR_careersoffresportlet_offreId=10021560&_Offres_WAR_careersoffresportlet_curTypeContrat=Permanent+position&_Offres_WAR_careersoffresportlet_struts.portlet.action=%2Fview%2Fview%2Fdetail&_Offres_WAR_careersoffresportlet_struts.portlet.mode=view
Closing Date: 21st December 2011
Job Type
Company : Total E&P Nigeria Ltd.
Contract : permanent position
Branch : Exploration Production
Location : Nigeria - Nigeria
Interviews will take place in : Port-Harcourt & Lagos
Starting date : As soon as possible
Salary : According to profile and experience
Job description
The ideal candidate will be responsible for the following
Scan/Ejcc (invoice processing tool): Team leader in terms of configuration maintenance, support, training, workflow management for all entities and project teams
Unisup maintenance: Coordinates with the Competence Centre in Pau (CCSAP) and the affiliate Lead Users the implementation of modifications annually in UNISUP
Unisup support:
Team Leader in terms of helpdesk tool management.
Team Leader in terms of users' requests management: ensures that those requests are recorded, analyzed and delivered on time.
Coaches members of the helpdesk in customer care and provides support for end users’ complaints / needs.
Follow-up the escalation of issues to Competence Center (Level 2 support in Pau) and implement solutions as soon as possible
SOX
In charge of 7 controls. Ensures that frequencies are respected.
Assist the different auditors when audits on those 7 controls are performed.
Intranet: Supervises the maintenance of the Unisup Website
Required skills
Education
BSC or equivalent in Information Technology or Engineering; SAP Academy certification
Experience
A minimum of 5 years experience of which at least 2 years experience in Support and Basis activities in an SAP environment
Skills
• Good interpersonal and relationship skills
• Good knowledge of IT
How to Apply:
http://careers.total.com/front/en_US/web/guest/fiche-offre?p_p_id=Offres_WAR_careersoffresportlet&p_p_lifecycle=0&p_p_state=normal&p_p_mode=view&p_p_col_id=column-1&p_p_col_count=1&_Offres_WAR_careersoffresportlet_offreId=10021560&_Offres_WAR_careersoffresportlet_curTypeContrat=Permanent+position&_Offres_WAR_careersoffresportlet_struts.portlet.action=%2Fview%2Fview%2Fdetail&_Offres_WAR_careersoffresportlet_struts.portlet.mode=view
Closing Date: 21st December 2011
Total E&P Nigeria Ltd Jobs- Control Officer
Job Title: UNISUP PROCESS AND CONTROL OFFICER (10021559)
Job Type
Company : Total E&P Nigeria Ltd.
Contract : permanent position
Branch : Exploration Production
Location : Nigeria - Nigeria
Interviews will take place in : Port-Harcourt & Lagos
Starting date : As soon as possible
Salary : According to profile and experience
Job description
The idealcandidate will be
• Responsible for the activities required to align User roles to meet business/control requirements
• User Access Management:
Password and user access management (Creation, modification…) in line with laid down procedures
Reviews users and acts on findings (User authorization entries and deletions, User Creation / Deletion, Inactive Users to be deactivated, Password changes, User Lock & Unlock, User validity expiration) and maintains logs of accesses
• Exceptions – (Segregation Of Duties, Master Data Access, User Modification/ Management, Review of the system, Review of logs, etc):
Carries out an assessment of the Segregation of Duties at the end of each quarter and report on non compliance.
Reports and follows up all exceptions, after discussion with UNISUP Coordinator, and document actions taken.
• SOX responsibility
Ensures that SOX requirements are met
Prepares quarterly review and pre-assignment compliance check of SOX ABS 02.
• Users support: Provides on-call support to end users. Identifies recurrent issues and proposes remedial actions
• Management of Delegation of Authority in UNISUP.
Reviews approval rights in UNISUP and compares with approved Delegation of Authority.
Requests Updates in UNISUP and follow to Production after discussion with Unisup Coordinator.
• Management of the Procurement Workflow:
Monitoring of the system to ensure a smooth operation. Analyzes and solves issues arising
Required skills
Education
A good university degree in Finance, Accounting, Physical sciences, Business Management or Business Administration
Experience
A minimum of 5 years experience of which at least 2 years experience in Support and Basis activities in an SAP environment
Skills
Good interpersonal Skills
Good communication skills
Good Knowledge of IT
How to Apply:
http://careers.total.com/front/en_US/web/guest/fiche-offre?p_p_id=Offres_WAR_careersoffresportlet&p_p_lifecycle=0&p_p_state=normal&p_p_mode=view&p_p_col_id=column-1&p_p_col_count=1&_Offres_WAR_careersoffresportlet_offreId=10021559&_Offres_WAR_careersoffresportlet_curTypeContrat=Permanent+position&_Offres_WAR_careersoffresportlet_struts.portlet.action=%2Fview%2Fview%2Fdetail&_Offres_WAR_careersoffresportlet_struts.portlet.mode=view
Closing Date: 21st December 2011
Job Type
Company : Total E&P Nigeria Ltd.
Contract : permanent position
Branch : Exploration Production
Location : Nigeria - Nigeria
Interviews will take place in : Port-Harcourt & Lagos
Starting date : As soon as possible
Salary : According to profile and experience
Job description
The idealcandidate will be
• Responsible for the activities required to align User roles to meet business/control requirements
• User Access Management:
Password and user access management (Creation, modification…) in line with laid down procedures
Reviews users and acts on findings (User authorization entries and deletions, User Creation / Deletion, Inactive Users to be deactivated, Password changes, User Lock & Unlock, User validity expiration) and maintains logs of accesses
• Exceptions – (Segregation Of Duties, Master Data Access, User Modification/ Management, Review of the system, Review of logs, etc):
Carries out an assessment of the Segregation of Duties at the end of each quarter and report on non compliance.
Reports and follows up all exceptions, after discussion with UNISUP Coordinator, and document actions taken.
• SOX responsibility
Ensures that SOX requirements are met
Prepares quarterly review and pre-assignment compliance check of SOX ABS 02.
• Users support: Provides on-call support to end users. Identifies recurrent issues and proposes remedial actions
• Management of Delegation of Authority in UNISUP.
Reviews approval rights in UNISUP and compares with approved Delegation of Authority.
Requests Updates in UNISUP and follow to Production after discussion with Unisup Coordinator.
• Management of the Procurement Workflow:
Monitoring of the system to ensure a smooth operation. Analyzes and solves issues arising
Required skills
Education
A good university degree in Finance, Accounting, Physical sciences, Business Management or Business Administration
Experience
A minimum of 5 years experience of which at least 2 years experience in Support and Basis activities in an SAP environment
Skills
Good interpersonal Skills
Good communication skills
Good Knowledge of IT
How to Apply:
http://careers.total.com/front/en_US/web/guest/fiche-offre?p_p_id=Offres_WAR_careersoffresportlet&p_p_lifecycle=0&p_p_state=normal&p_p_mode=view&p_p_col_id=column-1&p_p_col_count=1&_Offres_WAR_careersoffresportlet_offreId=10021559&_Offres_WAR_careersoffresportlet_curTypeContrat=Permanent+position&_Offres_WAR_careersoffresportlet_struts.portlet.action=%2Fview%2Fview%2Fdetail&_Offres_WAR_careersoffresportlet_struts.portlet.mode=view
Closing Date: 21st December 2011
Jobs at Total in Nigeria-Commercial Analyst
Job Title: OIL & GAS COMMERCIAL ANALYST (10021558)
Job Type
Company : Total E&P Nigeria Ltd.
Contract : permanent position
Branch : Exploration Production
Location : Nigeria - Nigeria
Interviews will take place in : Port-Harcourt & Lagos
Starting date : As soon as possible
Salary : According to profile and experience
Job description
The ideal candidate will be expected to
1. Prepare vessel & crude oil nominations, follow-up clearances, and ensures all administrative work with partners, NNPC & Production is affected for smooth lifting operations at FSO Unity Terminal.
2. Prepare all documentation in respect of the Joint Venture’s partners, liaising with NNPC and Production Department and Paris.
3. Prepare certificates relating to the quality/quantity of all crude oil shipments and ensures that all paperwork associated with shipping activities is efficiently prepared and approved to enable all such activities to precede as planned.
4. Ensure that all lifting programmes at FSO Unity Terminal are efficiently implemented and updates the Status Report for circulation to all interested parties on daily and monthly basis.
5. Carries out all governmental procedures for ensuring openness in crude lifting operations.
6. Participate in the monthly curtailment pre-meeting activities & meeting attendance with NNPC.
7. Assist with OPTS Terminals Operators Meetings reporting.
8. Carries out any other duties that may be assigned by the hierarchy.
9. Organizes Crude Oil Reconciliation Meetings with Partners & relevant Government Agencies.
10. Crude Oil Stock Management and activity reports to government agencies and partners.
Required skills
Education
A bachelors degree from a recognized university
Experience
A minimum of 5 years experience with similar duties.
Skills
Industry experience as an advantage.
Must be well organized, affinity for details, able to handle large volumes of work and capable of adapting to sudden changes in priority.
A team player with good public relations skill.
How to Apply:
http://careers.total.com/front/en_US/web/guest/fiche-offre?p_p_id=Offres_WAR_careersoffresportlet&p_p_lifecycle=0&p_p_state=normal&p_p_mode=view&p_p_col_id=column-1&p_p_col_count=1&_Offres_WAR_careersoffresportlet_offreId=10021558&_Offres_WAR_careersoffresportlet_curTypeContrat=Permanent+position&_Offres_WAR_careersoffresportlet_struts.portlet.action=%2Fview%2Fview%2Fdetail&_Offres_WAR_careersoffresportlet_struts.portlet.mode=view
Closing Date: 21st December 2011
Job Type
Company : Total E&P Nigeria Ltd.
Contract : permanent position
Branch : Exploration Production
Location : Nigeria - Nigeria
Interviews will take place in : Port-Harcourt & Lagos
Starting date : As soon as possible
Salary : According to profile and experience
Job description
The ideal candidate will be expected to
1. Prepare vessel & crude oil nominations, follow-up clearances, and ensures all administrative work with partners, NNPC & Production is affected for smooth lifting operations at FSO Unity Terminal.
2. Prepare all documentation in respect of the Joint Venture’s partners, liaising with NNPC and Production Department and Paris.
3. Prepare certificates relating to the quality/quantity of all crude oil shipments and ensures that all paperwork associated with shipping activities is efficiently prepared and approved to enable all such activities to precede as planned.
4. Ensure that all lifting programmes at FSO Unity Terminal are efficiently implemented and updates the Status Report for circulation to all interested parties on daily and monthly basis.
5. Carries out all governmental procedures for ensuring openness in crude lifting operations.
6. Participate in the monthly curtailment pre-meeting activities & meeting attendance with NNPC.
7. Assist with OPTS Terminals Operators Meetings reporting.
8. Carries out any other duties that may be assigned by the hierarchy.
9. Organizes Crude Oil Reconciliation Meetings with Partners & relevant Government Agencies.
10. Crude Oil Stock Management and activity reports to government agencies and partners.
Required skills
Education
A bachelors degree from a recognized university
Experience
A minimum of 5 years experience with similar duties.
Skills
Industry experience as an advantage.
Must be well organized, affinity for details, able to handle large volumes of work and capable of adapting to sudden changes in priority.
A team player with good public relations skill.
How to Apply:
http://careers.total.com/front/en_US/web/guest/fiche-offre?p_p_id=Offres_WAR_careersoffresportlet&p_p_lifecycle=0&p_p_state=normal&p_p_mode=view&p_p_col_id=column-1&p_p_col_count=1&_Offres_WAR_careersoffresportlet_offreId=10021558&_Offres_WAR_careersoffresportlet_curTypeContrat=Permanent+position&_Offres_WAR_careersoffresportlet_struts.portlet.action=%2Fview%2Fview%2Fdetail&_Offres_WAR_careersoffresportlet_struts.portlet.mode=view
Closing Date: 21st December 2011
Total Jobs Vacancies in Nigeria
Job Title: HUMAN RESOURCE PROFESSIONALS (10021554)
Job Type
Company : Total E&P Nigeria Ltd.
Contract : permanent position
Branch : Exploration Production
Location : Nigeria - Nigeria
Interviews will take place in : Port-Harcourt & Lagos
Starting date : As soon as possible
Salary : According to profile and experience
Job description
The ideal candidate should have relevant experience in all or part of these areas:
• recruiting and staffing logistics;
• performance management and improvement systems;
• employment and compliance to regulatory requirements and reporting;
• employee induction, development, and training;
• Human Resource Information Systems (HRIS)
• employee relations and industrial relations;
• compensation and benefits administration;
• Employee welfare services and counselling.
• Manpower planning
Required skills
Education
A bachelors degree from a recognized university, Minimum of 2.2
Experience
Minimum of 3 years relevant HR experience
Skills
Good analytical, communication and inter personal skills. Good knowledge if IT
How to Apply:
http://careers.total.com/front/en_US/web/guest/fiche-offre?p_p_id=Offres_WAR_careersoffresportlet&p_p_lifecycle=0&p_p_state=normal&p_p_mode=view&p_p_col_id=column-1&p_p_col_count=1&_Offres_WAR_careersoffresportlet_offreId=10021554&_Offres_WAR_careersoffresportlet_curTypeContrat=Permanent+position&_Offres_WAR_careersoffresportlet_struts.portlet.action=%2Fview%2Fview%2Fdetail&_Offres_WAR_careersoffresportlet_struts.portlet.mode=view
Closing Date: 21st December 2011
Job Type
Company : Total E&P Nigeria Ltd.
Contract : permanent position
Branch : Exploration Production
Location : Nigeria - Nigeria
Interviews will take place in : Port-Harcourt & Lagos
Starting date : As soon as possible
Salary : According to profile and experience
Job description
The ideal candidate should have relevant experience in all or part of these areas:
• recruiting and staffing logistics;
• performance management and improvement systems;
• employment and compliance to regulatory requirements and reporting;
• employee induction, development, and training;
• Human Resource Information Systems (HRIS)
• employee relations and industrial relations;
• compensation and benefits administration;
• Employee welfare services and counselling.
• Manpower planning
Required skills
Education
A bachelors degree from a recognized university, Minimum of 2.2
Experience
Minimum of 3 years relevant HR experience
Skills
Good analytical, communication and inter personal skills. Good knowledge if IT
How to Apply:
http://careers.total.com/front/en_US/web/guest/fiche-offre?p_p_id=Offres_WAR_careersoffresportlet&p_p_lifecycle=0&p_p_state=normal&p_p_mode=view&p_p_col_id=column-1&p_p_col_count=1&_Offres_WAR_careersoffresportlet_offreId=10021554&_Offres_WAR_careersoffresportlet_curTypeContrat=Permanent+position&_Offres_WAR_careersoffresportlet_struts.portlet.action=%2Fview%2Fview%2Fdetail&_Offres_WAR_careersoffresportlet_struts.portlet.mode=view
Closing Date: 21st December 2011
Jobs in Nigeria at Total E&P
Job Title: EMERGENCY NURSE (10021556)
Job Type
Company : Total E&P Nigeria Ltd.
Contract : permanent position
Branch : Exploration Production
Location : Nigeria - Nigeria
Interviews will take place in : Port-Harcourt & Lagos
Starting date : As soon as possible
Salary : According to profile and experience
Job description
The ideal candidate is expected to:
1. Be the first call for all medevac from the fields, supervises the rescue chain in close co-operation with the emergency nurse and under the CMO authority.
2. Insure the permanent availability of medical equipment.
3. Carry out the smooth running of the sickbay on board.
4. Participate to maintain up to date the first aid knowledge.
5. Maintain the emergency library up to date.
6. Equipment management and maintenance
Required skills
Education
Recognized degree of Anesthetist/ Resuscitation Nursing.
Experience
Minimum 5 years of working experience of continual practice in an emergency intensive care unit, operative theater
Skills
Good computerization practice and usual software’s knowledge
Basic knowledge's in maintenance of technical equipment.
Good Interpersonal skills
How to ApplY:
http://careers.total.com/front/en_US/web/guest/fiche-offre?p_p_id=Offres_WAR_careersoffresportlet&p_p_lifecycle=0&p_p_state=normal&p_p_mode=view&p_p_col_id=column-1&p_p_col_count=1&_Offres_WAR_careersoffresportlet_offreId=10021556&_Offres_WAR_careersoffresportlet_curTypeContrat=Permanent+position&_Offres_WAR_careersoffresportlet_struts.portlet.action=%2Fview%2Fview%2Fdetail&_Offres_WAR_careersoffresportlet_struts.portlet.mode=view
Closing Date: 21st December 2011
Job Type
Company : Total E&P Nigeria Ltd.
Contract : permanent position
Branch : Exploration Production
Location : Nigeria - Nigeria
Interviews will take place in : Port-Harcourt & Lagos
Starting date : As soon as possible
Salary : According to profile and experience
Job description
The ideal candidate is expected to:
1. Be the first call for all medevac from the fields, supervises the rescue chain in close co-operation with the emergency nurse and under the CMO authority.
2. Insure the permanent availability of medical equipment.
3. Carry out the smooth running of the sickbay on board.
4. Participate to maintain up to date the first aid knowledge.
5. Maintain the emergency library up to date.
6. Equipment management and maintenance
Required skills
Education
Recognized degree of Anesthetist/ Resuscitation Nursing.
Experience
Minimum 5 years of working experience of continual practice in an emergency intensive care unit, operative theater
Skills
Good computerization practice and usual software’s knowledge
Basic knowledge's in maintenance of technical equipment.
Good Interpersonal skills
How to ApplY:
http://careers.total.com/front/en_US/web/guest/fiche-offre?p_p_id=Offres_WAR_careersoffresportlet&p_p_lifecycle=0&p_p_state=normal&p_p_mode=view&p_p_col_id=column-1&p_p_col_count=1&_Offres_WAR_careersoffresportlet_offreId=10021556&_Offres_WAR_careersoffresportlet_curTypeContrat=Permanent+position&_Offres_WAR_careersoffresportlet_struts.portlet.action=%2Fview%2Fview%2Fdetail&_Offres_WAR_careersoffresportlet_struts.portlet.mode=view
Closing Date: 21st December 2011
Jobs at Total in Nigeria
Job Title: RISK AND INSURANCE OFFICER (10021553)
Job Type
Company : Total E&P Nigeria Ltd.
Contract : permanent position
Branch : Exploration Production
Location : Nigeria - Nigeria
Interviews will take place in : Port-Harcourt & Lagos
Starting date : As soon as possible
Salary : According to profile and experience
Job description
The ideal candidate should have relevant experience in all or part of these areas:
• Collecting all data and technical documents requested for potential claims on package policy and/or construction projects.
• Gathering information and details of all new investments, new acquisitions or commissioning of works for insurance purposes.
• Promptly notifing any loss which may give rise to a claim to the Risk & Insurance Manager.
• Filing all claims and ensures their prompt settlement. Provides all necessary claim documentation to the Insurers.
• Meeting and liaising with Insurers representatives e.g. warranty and/or loss surveyors.
• Administering and ensuring all risk and insurance arrangements are accurately and efficiently handled for all staff.
• Ensuring that appropriate arrangements for the technical and logistics support for visiting partners and other interlocutors
• Ensuring quarterly Safety Meetings with Transport Operations.
• Carring out any other duties that may be assigned by the Risk & Insurance Manager
Required skills
Education
BSc in Insurance
Experience
• Minimum of 5years experience in providing general insurance services in the Insurance Industry or a large organisation
Skills
• Capable of working with minimum supervision
• Proficient in the use of computers especially with applications
• Excellent interpersonal skills
How to Apply:
http://careers.total.com/front/en_US/web/guest/fiche-offre?p_p_id=Offres_WAR_careersoffresportlet&p_p_lifecycle=0&p_p_state=normal&p_p_mode=view&p_p_col_id=column-1&p_p_col_count=1&_Offres_WAR_careersoffresportlet_offreId=10021553&_Offres_WAR_careersoffresportlet_curTypeContrat=Permanent+position&_Offres_WAR_careersoffresportlet_struts.portlet.action=%2Fview%2Fview%2Fdetail&_Offres_WAR_careersoffresportlet_struts.portlet.mode=view
Deadline: 21st December 2011
Job Type
Company : Total E&P Nigeria Ltd.
Contract : permanent position
Branch : Exploration Production
Location : Nigeria - Nigeria
Interviews will take place in : Port-Harcourt & Lagos
Starting date : As soon as possible
Salary : According to profile and experience
Job description
The ideal candidate should have relevant experience in all or part of these areas:
• Collecting all data and technical documents requested for potential claims on package policy and/or construction projects.
• Gathering information and details of all new investments, new acquisitions or commissioning of works for insurance purposes.
• Promptly notifing any loss which may give rise to a claim to the Risk & Insurance Manager.
• Filing all claims and ensures their prompt settlement. Provides all necessary claim documentation to the Insurers.
• Meeting and liaising with Insurers representatives e.g. warranty and/or loss surveyors.
• Administering and ensuring all risk and insurance arrangements are accurately and efficiently handled for all staff.
• Ensuring that appropriate arrangements for the technical and logistics support for visiting partners and other interlocutors
• Ensuring quarterly Safety Meetings with Transport Operations.
• Carring out any other duties that may be assigned by the Risk & Insurance Manager
Required skills
Education
BSc in Insurance
Experience
• Minimum of 5years experience in providing general insurance services in the Insurance Industry or a large organisation
Skills
• Capable of working with minimum supervision
• Proficient in the use of computers especially with applications
• Excellent interpersonal skills
How to Apply:
http://careers.total.com/front/en_US/web/guest/fiche-offre?p_p_id=Offres_WAR_careersoffresportlet&p_p_lifecycle=0&p_p_state=normal&p_p_mode=view&p_p_col_id=column-1&p_p_col_count=1&_Offres_WAR_careersoffresportlet_offreId=10021553&_Offres_WAR_careersoffresportlet_curTypeContrat=Permanent+position&_Offres_WAR_careersoffresportlet_struts.portlet.action=%2Fview%2Fview%2Fdetail&_Offres_WAR_careersoffresportlet_struts.portlet.mode=view
Deadline: 21st December 2011
Jobs at Plan International in Sudan- Salary US$60–80,000 per Year
Job Title: Country Director, Sudan
Location: This position is based in Khartoum
Reports To: Regional Director
5 year contract
The salary range for this role will be US$60–80,000 per annum depending on experience. This is an accompanied position and full expat benefits will be available.
Working in 50 developing countries across Africa, Asia and the Americas, Plan aims to reach as many children as possible, particularly those who are excluded or marginalised with high quality programs that deliver long lasting benefits by increasing its income, working in partnership with others and operating effectively.
http://plan-international.org/about-plan/how-we-work/strategy
Each Country Program is led by a Country Director (CD) who is Plan International’s lead representative in that country with authority over all activities taking place there. S/he must develop strategies at country level that align with Plan’s global vision and purpose within the prevailing context of that country as it impacts on children. S/he must lead a highly motivated and legally compliant, well-funded programme ready and able to respond to emergency and development needs of some of the most marginalized children.
Plan has been operating in Sudan since 1977 and works in 6 Program Areas. Plan Sudan has an approved 10 year Country Strategic Plan (CSP) which runs to 2016 however with the separation of the South from the North, the CSP will have to be revised to accommodate the present realities. Among the key program focus for Plan Sudan are:
Building the capacity of communities and duty-bearers to ensure that children’s rights to survival, development, protection and participation are respected in communities where children, youth and women are active participants in their own development.
Advocacy with other stakeholders to influence government policy and legislations that do not promote the realization of children’s rights to education, health and improved sanitation
Promoting the resourcefulness of women and young women through REFLECT (an adult learning approach) and household economic security interventions
Engaging in humanitarian response in Darfur.
Dimensions of Role:
Leadership, management and development of Sudan team comprising of over 151 staff in full compliance with local law and Plan policies and standards.
Direct reports include: the country management team of 10.
Accurate and timely disbursement of the agreed Country Office Budget including all donor commitments. Presently about 43% of total budget spent comes from grants and in the coming FY, grant sponsorship budget ratio will be 45:55
Current sponsorship numbers are 33,056
Growing and managing a grant portfolio so that funds can be raised in a timely manner for key project responses. Currently key partnerships exists with 8 donors through 8 Plan National Offices
Ensuring high quality programme work is delivered with the maximum involvement of children beneficiaries (see Plan CCCD approach).
Ensuring readiness to emergencies in built into all programme planning
Representation of Plan, its work and its values to the authorities and key decision-makers
As a member of the Regional Leadership Team, the Country Director of Sudan is expected to contribute to the overall learning and strategic direction within the RESA region.
Typical Responsibilities - Key End Results of Position:
Plan’s work in Sudan will be delivered by a cost-effective and efficient team, skilled in their area of expertise and compliant with the expectation Plan has of all staff:
Creation and management of high performance teams delivering excellent technical work, using child-centred and gender-sensitive approaches in line with Global and Country Strategic Plans.
Management of individuals across the team to ensure full development of potential through induction, performance management and compliance in all core policy areas.
Staff numbers and structures will be designed and kept at a level that is cost effective.
Work environments will be managed to reduce risk from health and safety and security hazards.
Plans work will be guided by accurate and timely workplans and budgets that can be used to create impact and efficiency
Development of workplans from CSP documents and on the basis of ongoing environment analysis
Creation of accurate phased budgets for sponsorship and other funded work
Efficient and fully compliant financial management in the disbursement of all resources
Plan’s work will be relevant to the needs of the most vulnerable children in Sudan
Country Strategic Planning analysis is ongoing and very well informed using locally and internationally available sources of information.
Emergency preparedness analysis ensures Plan is ready to respond to predictable emergency conditions.
The location of programme work is regularly reviewed to ensure new communities are reached when appropriate.
The programme is registered with the relevant authorities and compliant with local law and MoUs exist with concerned ministries giving due recognition to Plan and its work in Sudan.
Country leadership and staff are well aware of the country security situation and programmes are developed and implemented giving due consideration to security sensitivities.
CCCD is intrinsic to all programme work
Plan’s work will be well funded and growing
Representation to donor agencies locally and proposal development will result in timely knowledge of funding opportunities in a planned manner
Exploitation of funding opportunities in partnership with NOs and in line with agreed strategy.
Delivery of grant and sponsorship work on time with clear measurable impact on children and in full compliance with donor requirements.
Plan’s work in Sudan will be recognised locally and internationally as effective and relevant to the needs of highly vulnerable children
Representation of the work to all key stakeholders (advisory group, local leaders, workshops, cluster groups, INGOs locally and internationally etc) regularly promotes the issues being addressed and the work addressing them.
Timely communications work keeps Plan at the forefront of the issues affecting children in Sudan.
Contributions to journals debating key elements of Plan’s work.
Sharing Plan Sudan’s experience with other countries of the region regarding the types of programming used and their impact
Dealing with Problems:
Quick ability to understand the complexity of Plan’s business model, organisational structures and decision-making processes.
Dealing with security/emergency conditions – the Country Director has to be actively involved in having security information and providing clear guidance for the safety and security of staff, assets and programmes.
Flexibility to support other Country Offices across the Region.
Sponsorship requests – this includes finding out new ways of managing sponsorship, retention of sponsors and children.
Communications and Working Relationships:
Internal:
Regular contact with other Country Directors, especially in Regional Leadership Team
Programme Department in IH who may guide and advise on Programme Standards
NO program depts. Presently there are three framework agreements in place and one more in the pipeline. In addition we develop proposals for major donors (Unicef, OFDA, EU, ECHO) that require engagement of the NO programme teams.
External:
Plan Sudan works in partnership with a number of local and international organizations to advance the cause and interest of children. Plan is also a member of various thematic groups and works closely with government, UN and donor representatives in Sudan.
Knowledge, Skills, and Behaviours Required to Achieve Role’s Objectives:
Knowledge
Demonstrable knowledge as a result of study, training or practical experience on the key debates in development and emergency response methods and effectiveness
Knowledge of Sudan the geopolitical factors affecting child-poverty in the country and the political, social and environmental opportunities for change is an advantage
Knowledge of the requirements of donor compliance and financial management
Knowledge of programming in volatile environments with good understanding and appreciation of the historical, security context, political environment, economic, social/religious and humanitarian context in Sudan or a comparable environment.
Skills
Proven skills in the development and management of effective and motivated teams, including distance management
Effective working with and through partners
Communications, comfortable with the media, presenting and arguing a case
Proven analytical skills in isolating priorities and tackling them
Excellent written skills in English for the development of proposals and the review of reports.
Behaviours
Striving for high performance
Strongly drives performance forward in area of the business for which they are responsible
Involves others in setting and achieving goals
Creates strong sense of purpose within own part of the business and with stakeholders
Holds self and others to account to deliver on agreed goals and standards of behaviour
Thinking and innovation
Sets strong strategy in own part of organisation
Makes a strong contribution to wider strategy
Sees contribution of own part of the organisation in wider Plan and external context
Balances future vision with practical delivery
Interrogates work effectiveness and searches for finds better ways of working
Decision making and risk management
Alert to risks inside and outside the organisation ready to make judgements to manage risk and take responsibility for judgements
Influence and communication
Effective communicator using clear messages drawn from Plan’s work
Cross-culturally adept
Ready to work to influence leaders in governments, international bodies, partners and communities
Can reach out and influence large groups of people
Can communicate with children and young people
Building effective teams and partnerships
Collegiate, acting as a team player in the country and across the region even if this results in adjustment of own priorities
Develops mutual trusting relationships with complex partnerships that have excellent business outcomes
Developing people
Supports learning and a sense of mutual purpose in diverse teams
Sets a strong learning culture in their part of the organisation
Uses opportunities across Plan to develop others
Self awareness and resilience
Remains calm and positive under pressure and in difficult situations
Plans own learning and development
Aware of impact on others and adjusting own behaviour accordingly
Has a positive impact on those around them
Leads major change while keeping staff and partners on board
Physical Environment and Demands:
Based in the country office located in Khartoum with extensive local and some international travel
Ability to travel frequently to remote areas
Level of Contact with Children:
Mid contact: Occasional interaction with children
How to Apply
Please submit a full CV and a comprehensive cover letter setting out your reasons for applying for the post and outlining the qualifications experience knowledge and skills that you feel you can bring to the role to:- directors@plan-international.org
The closing date for applications is Tuesday 3rd January 2012
Location: This position is based in Khartoum
Reports To: Regional Director
5 year contract
The salary range for this role will be US$60–80,000 per annum depending on experience. This is an accompanied position and full expat benefits will be available.
Working in 50 developing countries across Africa, Asia and the Americas, Plan aims to reach as many children as possible, particularly those who are excluded or marginalised with high quality programs that deliver long lasting benefits by increasing its income, working in partnership with others and operating effectively.
http://plan-international.org/about-plan/how-we-work/strategy
Each Country Program is led by a Country Director (CD) who is Plan International’s lead representative in that country with authority over all activities taking place there. S/he must develop strategies at country level that align with Plan’s global vision and purpose within the prevailing context of that country as it impacts on children. S/he must lead a highly motivated and legally compliant, well-funded programme ready and able to respond to emergency and development needs of some of the most marginalized children.
Plan has been operating in Sudan since 1977 and works in 6 Program Areas. Plan Sudan has an approved 10 year Country Strategic Plan (CSP) which runs to 2016 however with the separation of the South from the North, the CSP will have to be revised to accommodate the present realities. Among the key program focus for Plan Sudan are:
Building the capacity of communities and duty-bearers to ensure that children’s rights to survival, development, protection and participation are respected in communities where children, youth and women are active participants in their own development.
Advocacy with other stakeholders to influence government policy and legislations that do not promote the realization of children’s rights to education, health and improved sanitation
Promoting the resourcefulness of women and young women through REFLECT (an adult learning approach) and household economic security interventions
Engaging in humanitarian response in Darfur.
Dimensions of Role:
Leadership, management and development of Sudan team comprising of over 151 staff in full compliance with local law and Plan policies and standards.
Direct reports include: the country management team of 10.
Accurate and timely disbursement of the agreed Country Office Budget including all donor commitments. Presently about 43% of total budget spent comes from grants and in the coming FY, grant sponsorship budget ratio will be 45:55
Current sponsorship numbers are 33,056
Growing and managing a grant portfolio so that funds can be raised in a timely manner for key project responses. Currently key partnerships exists with 8 donors through 8 Plan National Offices
Ensuring high quality programme work is delivered with the maximum involvement of children beneficiaries (see Plan CCCD approach).
Ensuring readiness to emergencies in built into all programme planning
Representation of Plan, its work and its values to the authorities and key decision-makers
As a member of the Regional Leadership Team, the Country Director of Sudan is expected to contribute to the overall learning and strategic direction within the RESA region.
Typical Responsibilities - Key End Results of Position:
Plan’s work in Sudan will be delivered by a cost-effective and efficient team, skilled in their area of expertise and compliant with the expectation Plan has of all staff:
Creation and management of high performance teams delivering excellent technical work, using child-centred and gender-sensitive approaches in line with Global and Country Strategic Plans.
Management of individuals across the team to ensure full development of potential through induction, performance management and compliance in all core policy areas.
Staff numbers and structures will be designed and kept at a level that is cost effective.
Work environments will be managed to reduce risk from health and safety and security hazards.
Plans work will be guided by accurate and timely workplans and budgets that can be used to create impact and efficiency
Development of workplans from CSP documents and on the basis of ongoing environment analysis
Creation of accurate phased budgets for sponsorship and other funded work
Efficient and fully compliant financial management in the disbursement of all resources
Plan’s work will be relevant to the needs of the most vulnerable children in Sudan
Country Strategic Planning analysis is ongoing and very well informed using locally and internationally available sources of information.
Emergency preparedness analysis ensures Plan is ready to respond to predictable emergency conditions.
The location of programme work is regularly reviewed to ensure new communities are reached when appropriate.
The programme is registered with the relevant authorities and compliant with local law and MoUs exist with concerned ministries giving due recognition to Plan and its work in Sudan.
Country leadership and staff are well aware of the country security situation and programmes are developed and implemented giving due consideration to security sensitivities.
CCCD is intrinsic to all programme work
Plan’s work will be well funded and growing
Representation to donor agencies locally and proposal development will result in timely knowledge of funding opportunities in a planned manner
Exploitation of funding opportunities in partnership with NOs and in line with agreed strategy.
Delivery of grant and sponsorship work on time with clear measurable impact on children and in full compliance with donor requirements.
Plan’s work in Sudan will be recognised locally and internationally as effective and relevant to the needs of highly vulnerable children
Representation of the work to all key stakeholders (advisory group, local leaders, workshops, cluster groups, INGOs locally and internationally etc) regularly promotes the issues being addressed and the work addressing them.
Timely communications work keeps Plan at the forefront of the issues affecting children in Sudan.
Contributions to journals debating key elements of Plan’s work.
Sharing Plan Sudan’s experience with other countries of the region regarding the types of programming used and their impact
Dealing with Problems:
Quick ability to understand the complexity of Plan’s business model, organisational structures and decision-making processes.
Dealing with security/emergency conditions – the Country Director has to be actively involved in having security information and providing clear guidance for the safety and security of staff, assets and programmes.
Flexibility to support other Country Offices across the Region.
Sponsorship requests – this includes finding out new ways of managing sponsorship, retention of sponsors and children.
Communications and Working Relationships:
Internal:
Regular contact with other Country Directors, especially in Regional Leadership Team
Programme Department in IH who may guide and advise on Programme Standards
NO program depts. Presently there are three framework agreements in place and one more in the pipeline. In addition we develop proposals for major donors (Unicef, OFDA, EU, ECHO) that require engagement of the NO programme teams.
External:
Plan Sudan works in partnership with a number of local and international organizations to advance the cause and interest of children. Plan is also a member of various thematic groups and works closely with government, UN and donor representatives in Sudan.
Knowledge, Skills, and Behaviours Required to Achieve Role’s Objectives:
Knowledge
Demonstrable knowledge as a result of study, training or practical experience on the key debates in development and emergency response methods and effectiveness
Knowledge of Sudan the geopolitical factors affecting child-poverty in the country and the political, social and environmental opportunities for change is an advantage
Knowledge of the requirements of donor compliance and financial management
Knowledge of programming in volatile environments with good understanding and appreciation of the historical, security context, political environment, economic, social/religious and humanitarian context in Sudan or a comparable environment.
Skills
Proven skills in the development and management of effective and motivated teams, including distance management
Effective working with and through partners
Communications, comfortable with the media, presenting and arguing a case
Proven analytical skills in isolating priorities and tackling them
Excellent written skills in English for the development of proposals and the review of reports.
Behaviours
Striving for high performance
Strongly drives performance forward in area of the business for which they are responsible
Involves others in setting and achieving goals
Creates strong sense of purpose within own part of the business and with stakeholders
Holds self and others to account to deliver on agreed goals and standards of behaviour
Thinking and innovation
Sets strong strategy in own part of organisation
Makes a strong contribution to wider strategy
Sees contribution of own part of the organisation in wider Plan and external context
Balances future vision with practical delivery
Interrogates work effectiveness and searches for finds better ways of working
Decision making and risk management
Alert to risks inside and outside the organisation ready to make judgements to manage risk and take responsibility for judgements
Influence and communication
Effective communicator using clear messages drawn from Plan’s work
Cross-culturally adept
Ready to work to influence leaders in governments, international bodies, partners and communities
Can reach out and influence large groups of people
Can communicate with children and young people
Building effective teams and partnerships
Collegiate, acting as a team player in the country and across the region even if this results in adjustment of own priorities
Develops mutual trusting relationships with complex partnerships that have excellent business outcomes
Developing people
Supports learning and a sense of mutual purpose in diverse teams
Sets a strong learning culture in their part of the organisation
Uses opportunities across Plan to develop others
Self awareness and resilience
Remains calm and positive under pressure and in difficult situations
Plans own learning and development
Aware of impact on others and adjusting own behaviour accordingly
Has a positive impact on those around them
Leads major change while keeping staff and partners on board
Physical Environment and Demands:
Based in the country office located in Khartoum with extensive local and some international travel
Ability to travel frequently to remote areas
Level of Contact with Children:
Mid contact: Occasional interaction with children
How to Apply
Please submit a full CV and a comprehensive cover letter setting out your reasons for applying for the post and outlining the qualifications experience knowledge and skills that you feel you can bring to the role to:- directors@plan-international.org
The closing date for applications is Tuesday 3rd January 2012
Jobs in South Sudan at Plan International -Salary US$60–80,000 per year
Job Title: Director South Sudan
Location: This position is based in Juba
Reports To: Regional Director
3 year contract (negotiable)
The salary range for this role will be US$60–80,000 per annum depending on experience. This is an unaccompanied position and full expat benefits will be available.
Working in 50 developing countries across Africa, Asia and the Americas, Plan aims to reach as many children as possible, particularly those who are excluded or marginalised with high quality programs that deliver long lasting benefits by increasing its income, working in partnership with others and operating effectively.
http://plan-international.org/about-plan/how-we-work/strategy
Each Country Program is led by a Country Director (CD) who is Plan International’s lead representative in that country with authority over all activities taking place there. S/he must develop strategies at country level that align with Plan’s global vision and purpose within the prevailing context of that country as it impacts on children. S/he must lead a highly motivated and legally compliant, well-funded programme ready and able to respond to emergency and development needs of some of the most marginalized children.
Plan has been operating in South Sudan since 2006 and works in 1 Sponsorship and three Grant Supported Program Areas. Plan Sudan has an approved 5 year Country Strategic Plan (CSP) which runs to 2016 however with the separation of the South from the North, the CSP will have to be revised to accommodate the present realities.
The key program focus for Plan South Sudan include:
Strengthening the capacity of local partners, networks, Community Based Organisations, youth groups and women groups to actively participate in addressing their own issues
Engaging in capacity development initiatives for government officials, Civil Society Organisations and community groups
Working with partners and community organisations to advocate for policy changes that will enhance the wellbeing of children
Facilitating and supporting effective service delivery in the Plan supported areas
Providing employment opportunities for the youth through skills and vocational training using the BEST model
Supporting disaster risk mitigating efforts and re-integration of returnees into South Sudan
Dimensions of Role:
Leadership, management and development of South Sudan team comprising of over 60 staff in full compliance with local law and Plan policies and standards.
Direct reports include: the country management team of 8.
Accurate and timely disbursement of the agreed Country Office Budget including all donor comittments. Presently about 75% of total budget spent comes from grants and in the coming FY, grant sponsorship budget ratio will be 75:25
Current sponsorship numbers are 6,500
Growing and managing a grant portfolio so that funds can be raised in a timely manner for key project responses. Currently key partnerships exists with 5 donors through 8 Plan National Offices
Ensuring high quality programme work is delivered with the maximum involvement of children beneficiaries (see Plan CCCD approach).
Ensuring readiness to emergencies in built into all programme planning
Representation of Plan, its work and its values to the authorities and key decision-makers
As a member of the Regional Leadership Team, the Country Director of South Sudan is expected to contribute to the overall learning and strategic direction within the RESA region.
Typical Responsibilities - Key End Results of Position:
Plan’s work in South Sudan will be delivered by a cost-effective and efficient team, skilled in their area of expertise and compliant with the expectation Plan has of all staff:
Creation and management of high performance teams delivering excellent technical work, using child-centred and gender-sensitive approaches in line with Global and Country Strategic Plans.
Management of individuals across the team to ensure full development of potential through induction, performance management and compliance in all core policy areas.
Staff numbers and structures will be designed and kept at a level that is cost effective.
Work environments will be managed to reduce risk from health and safety and security hazards.
Plans work will be guided by accurate and timely workplans and budgets that can be used to create impact and efficiency
Development of workplans from CSP documents and on the basis of ongoing environment analysis
Creation of accurate phased budgets for sponsorship and other funded work
Efficient and fully compliant financial management in the disbursement of all resources
Plan’s work will be relevant to the needs of the most vulnerable children in South Sudan
Country Strategic Planning analysis is ongoing and very well informed using locally and internationally available sources of information.
Emergency preparedness analysis ensures Plan is ready to respond to predictable emergency conditions.
The location of programme work is regularly reviewed to ensure new communities are reached when appropriate.
The programme is registered with the relevant authorities and compliant with local law and MoUs exist with concerned ministries giving due recognition to Plan and its work in South Sudan.
Country leadership and staff are well aware of the country security situation and programmes are developed and implemented giving due consideration to security sensitivities.
CCCD is intrinsic to all programme work
Plan’s work will be well funded and growing
Representation to donor agencies locally and proposal development will result in timely knowledge of funding opportunities in a planned manner
Exploitation of funding opportunities in partnership with NOs and in line with agreed strategy.
Delivery of grant and sponsorship work on time with clear measurable impact on children and in full compliance with donor requirements.
Plan’s work in South Sudan will be recognised locally and internationally as effective and relevant to the needs of highly vulnerable children
Representation of the work to all key stakeholders (advisory group, local leaders, workshops, cluster groups, INGOs locally and internationally etc) regularly promotes the issues being addressed and the work addressing them.
Timely communications work keeps Plan at the forefront of the issues affecting children in South Sudan.
Contributions to journals debating key elements of Plan’s work.
Sharing South Sudan’s experience with other countries of the region regarding the types of programming used and their impact
Dealing with Problems
Quick ability to understand the complexity of Plan’s business model, organisational structures and decision-making processes.
Dealing with security/emergency conditions – the Country Director has to be actively involved in having security information and providing clear guidance for the safety and security of staff, assets and programmes.
Flexibility to support other Country Offices across the Region.
Sponsorship requests – this includes finding out new ways of managing sponsorship, retention of sponsors and children.
Communications and Working Relationships
Internal:
Regular contact with other Country Directors, especially in Regional Leadership Team
Programme Department in IH who may guide and advise on Programme Standards
NO program depts. Presently there are three framework agreements in place and one more in the pipeline. In addition we develop proposals for major donors (Unicef, OFDA, EU, ECHO) that require engagement of the NO programme teams.
Contact with other country directors isles frequent although together with Guinea Bissau and Brazil there are three Portuguese speaking COs
External:
Plan South Sudan works in partnership with a number of local and international organizations to advance the cause and interest of children. Plan is also a member of various thematic groups and works closely with government, UN and donor representatives in South Sudan. Plan is a member of the NGO Forum and Cluster Groups on protection, education, WASH
Knowledge, Skills, and Behaviours Required to Achieve Role’s Objectives
Knowledge
Demonstrable knowledge as a result of study, training or practical experience on the key debates in development and emergency response methods and effectiveness
Knowledge of South Sudan; the geopolitical factors affecting child-poverty in the country and the political, social and environmental opportunities for change is an advantage
Knowledge of the requirements of donor compliance and financial management
Knowledge of programming in volatile environments with good understanding and appreciation of the historical, security context, political environment, economic, social/religious and humanitarian context in South Sudan or a comparable environment.
Skills
Proven skills in the development and management of effective and motivated teams, including distance management
Effective working with and through partners
Communications, comfortable with the media, presenting and arguing a case
Proven analytical skills in isolating priorities and tackling them
Excellent written skills in English for the development of proposals and the review of reports. Portuguese language skills are an advantage.
Behaviours
Striving for high performance
Strongly drives performance forward in area of the business for which they are responsible
Involves others in setting and achieving goals
Creates strong sense of purpose within own part of the business and with stakeholders
Holds self and others to account to deliver on agreed goals and standards of behaviour
Strategic thinking and innovation
Sets strong strategy in own part of organisation
Makes a strong contribution to wider strategy
Sees contribution of own part of the organisation in wider Plan and external context
Balances future vision with practical delivery
Interrogates work effectiveness and searches for finds better ways of working
Decision making and risk management
Alert to risks inside and outside the organisation ready to make judgements to manage risk and take responsibility for judgements
Influence and communication
Effective communicator using clear messages drawn from Plan’s work
Cross-culturally adept
Ready to work to influence leaders in governments, international bodies, partners and communities
Can reach out and influence large groups of people
Can communicate with children and young people
Building effective teams and partnerships
Collegiate, acting as a team player in the country and across the region even if this results in adjustment of own priorities
Develops mutual trusting relationships with complex partnerships that have excellent business outcomes
Developing people
Supports learning and a sense of mutual purpose in diverse teams
Sets a strong learning culture in their part of the organisation
Uses opportunities across Plan to develop others
Self awareness and resilience
Remains calm and positive under pressure and in difficult situations
Plans own learning and development
Aware of impact on others and adjusting own behaviour accordingly
Has a positive impact on those around them
Leads major change while keeping staff and partners on board
Physical Environment and Demands:
Based in the country office located in Maputo with extensive local and some international travel
Ability to travel frequently to remote areas
Level of Contact with Children:
Mid contact: Occasional interaction with children
How to Apply
Please submit a full CV and a comprehensive cover letter setting out your reasons for applying for the post and outlining the qualifications experience knowledge and skills that you feel you can bring to the role to:- directors@plan-international.org
The closing date for applications is Tuesday 3rd January 2012
Location: This position is based in Juba
Reports To: Regional Director
3 year contract (negotiable)
The salary range for this role will be US$60–80,000 per annum depending on experience. This is an unaccompanied position and full expat benefits will be available.
Working in 50 developing countries across Africa, Asia and the Americas, Plan aims to reach as many children as possible, particularly those who are excluded or marginalised with high quality programs that deliver long lasting benefits by increasing its income, working in partnership with others and operating effectively.
http://plan-international.org/about-plan/how-we-work/strategy
Each Country Program is led by a Country Director (CD) who is Plan International’s lead representative in that country with authority over all activities taking place there. S/he must develop strategies at country level that align with Plan’s global vision and purpose within the prevailing context of that country as it impacts on children. S/he must lead a highly motivated and legally compliant, well-funded programme ready and able to respond to emergency and development needs of some of the most marginalized children.
Plan has been operating in South Sudan since 2006 and works in 1 Sponsorship and three Grant Supported Program Areas. Plan Sudan has an approved 5 year Country Strategic Plan (CSP) which runs to 2016 however with the separation of the South from the North, the CSP will have to be revised to accommodate the present realities.
The key program focus for Plan South Sudan include:
Strengthening the capacity of local partners, networks, Community Based Organisations, youth groups and women groups to actively participate in addressing their own issues
Engaging in capacity development initiatives for government officials, Civil Society Organisations and community groups
Working with partners and community organisations to advocate for policy changes that will enhance the wellbeing of children
Facilitating and supporting effective service delivery in the Plan supported areas
Providing employment opportunities for the youth through skills and vocational training using the BEST model
Supporting disaster risk mitigating efforts and re-integration of returnees into South Sudan
Dimensions of Role:
Leadership, management and development of South Sudan team comprising of over 60 staff in full compliance with local law and Plan policies and standards.
Direct reports include: the country management team of 8.
Accurate and timely disbursement of the agreed Country Office Budget including all donor comittments. Presently about 75% of total budget spent comes from grants and in the coming FY, grant sponsorship budget ratio will be 75:25
Current sponsorship numbers are 6,500
Growing and managing a grant portfolio so that funds can be raised in a timely manner for key project responses. Currently key partnerships exists with 5 donors through 8 Plan National Offices
Ensuring high quality programme work is delivered with the maximum involvement of children beneficiaries (see Plan CCCD approach).
Ensuring readiness to emergencies in built into all programme planning
Representation of Plan, its work and its values to the authorities and key decision-makers
As a member of the Regional Leadership Team, the Country Director of South Sudan is expected to contribute to the overall learning and strategic direction within the RESA region.
Typical Responsibilities - Key End Results of Position:
Plan’s work in South Sudan will be delivered by a cost-effective and efficient team, skilled in their area of expertise and compliant with the expectation Plan has of all staff:
Creation and management of high performance teams delivering excellent technical work, using child-centred and gender-sensitive approaches in line with Global and Country Strategic Plans.
Management of individuals across the team to ensure full development of potential through induction, performance management and compliance in all core policy areas.
Staff numbers and structures will be designed and kept at a level that is cost effective.
Work environments will be managed to reduce risk from health and safety and security hazards.
Plans work will be guided by accurate and timely workplans and budgets that can be used to create impact and efficiency
Development of workplans from CSP documents and on the basis of ongoing environment analysis
Creation of accurate phased budgets for sponsorship and other funded work
Efficient and fully compliant financial management in the disbursement of all resources
Plan’s work will be relevant to the needs of the most vulnerable children in South Sudan
Country Strategic Planning analysis is ongoing and very well informed using locally and internationally available sources of information.
Emergency preparedness analysis ensures Plan is ready to respond to predictable emergency conditions.
The location of programme work is regularly reviewed to ensure new communities are reached when appropriate.
The programme is registered with the relevant authorities and compliant with local law and MoUs exist with concerned ministries giving due recognition to Plan and its work in South Sudan.
Country leadership and staff are well aware of the country security situation and programmes are developed and implemented giving due consideration to security sensitivities.
CCCD is intrinsic to all programme work
Plan’s work will be well funded and growing
Representation to donor agencies locally and proposal development will result in timely knowledge of funding opportunities in a planned manner
Exploitation of funding opportunities in partnership with NOs and in line with agreed strategy.
Delivery of grant and sponsorship work on time with clear measurable impact on children and in full compliance with donor requirements.
Plan’s work in South Sudan will be recognised locally and internationally as effective and relevant to the needs of highly vulnerable children
Representation of the work to all key stakeholders (advisory group, local leaders, workshops, cluster groups, INGOs locally and internationally etc) regularly promotes the issues being addressed and the work addressing them.
Timely communications work keeps Plan at the forefront of the issues affecting children in South Sudan.
Contributions to journals debating key elements of Plan’s work.
Sharing South Sudan’s experience with other countries of the region regarding the types of programming used and their impact
Dealing with Problems
Quick ability to understand the complexity of Plan’s business model, organisational structures and decision-making processes.
Dealing with security/emergency conditions – the Country Director has to be actively involved in having security information and providing clear guidance for the safety and security of staff, assets and programmes.
Flexibility to support other Country Offices across the Region.
Sponsorship requests – this includes finding out new ways of managing sponsorship, retention of sponsors and children.
Communications and Working Relationships
Internal:
Regular contact with other Country Directors, especially in Regional Leadership Team
Programme Department in IH who may guide and advise on Programme Standards
NO program depts. Presently there are three framework agreements in place and one more in the pipeline. In addition we develop proposals for major donors (Unicef, OFDA, EU, ECHO) that require engagement of the NO programme teams.
Contact with other country directors isles frequent although together with Guinea Bissau and Brazil there are three Portuguese speaking COs
External:
Plan South Sudan works in partnership with a number of local and international organizations to advance the cause and interest of children. Plan is also a member of various thematic groups and works closely with government, UN and donor representatives in South Sudan. Plan is a member of the NGO Forum and Cluster Groups on protection, education, WASH
Knowledge, Skills, and Behaviours Required to Achieve Role’s Objectives
Knowledge
Demonstrable knowledge as a result of study, training or practical experience on the key debates in development and emergency response methods and effectiveness
Knowledge of South Sudan; the geopolitical factors affecting child-poverty in the country and the political, social and environmental opportunities for change is an advantage
Knowledge of the requirements of donor compliance and financial management
Knowledge of programming in volatile environments with good understanding and appreciation of the historical, security context, political environment, economic, social/religious and humanitarian context in South Sudan or a comparable environment.
Skills
Proven skills in the development and management of effective and motivated teams, including distance management
Effective working with and through partners
Communications, comfortable with the media, presenting and arguing a case
Proven analytical skills in isolating priorities and tackling them
Excellent written skills in English for the development of proposals and the review of reports. Portuguese language skills are an advantage.
Behaviours
Striving for high performance
Strongly drives performance forward in area of the business for which they are responsible
Involves others in setting and achieving goals
Creates strong sense of purpose within own part of the business and with stakeholders
Holds self and others to account to deliver on agreed goals and standards of behaviour
Strategic thinking and innovation
Sets strong strategy in own part of organisation
Makes a strong contribution to wider strategy
Sees contribution of own part of the organisation in wider Plan and external context
Balances future vision with practical delivery
Interrogates work effectiveness and searches for finds better ways of working
Decision making and risk management
Alert to risks inside and outside the organisation ready to make judgements to manage risk and take responsibility for judgements
Influence and communication
Effective communicator using clear messages drawn from Plan’s work
Cross-culturally adept
Ready to work to influence leaders in governments, international bodies, partners and communities
Can reach out and influence large groups of people
Can communicate with children and young people
Building effective teams and partnerships
Collegiate, acting as a team player in the country and across the region even if this results in adjustment of own priorities
Develops mutual trusting relationships with complex partnerships that have excellent business outcomes
Developing people
Supports learning and a sense of mutual purpose in diverse teams
Sets a strong learning culture in their part of the organisation
Uses opportunities across Plan to develop others
Self awareness and resilience
Remains calm and positive under pressure and in difficult situations
Plans own learning and development
Aware of impact on others and adjusting own behaviour accordingly
Has a positive impact on those around them
Leads major change while keeping staff and partners on board
Physical Environment and Demands:
Based in the country office located in Maputo with extensive local and some international travel
Ability to travel frequently to remote areas
Level of Contact with Children:
Mid contact: Occasional interaction with children
How to Apply
Please submit a full CV and a comprehensive cover letter setting out your reasons for applying for the post and outlining the qualifications experience knowledge and skills that you feel you can bring to the role to:- directors@plan-international.org
The closing date for applications is Tuesday 3rd January 2012
Jobs in Mali at Plan International - Salary US$60–80,000 per year
Job Title: Director Mali
Location: This position is based in Bamako
Reports To: Regional Director
5 year contract
The salary range for this role will be US$60–80,000 per annum depending on experience. This is an accompanied position and full expat benefits will be available.
Dimensions of Role:
Leadership, management and development of Mali team comprising of over 140 staff in full compliance with local law and Plan policies and standards.
Direct reports include: the country management team of over 10 staff.
Accurate and timely disbursement of the agreed Country Office Budget including all donor commitments. The county budget for this financial year is about US$ 9 million; grant sponsorship budget ratio is 50%.
Current sponsorship caseload is 30,340 enrolled children.
Growing and managing a grant portfolio so that funds can be raised in a timely manner for key project responses. Currently key partnerships exist with the following donors USAID, CIDA, EC and The Global Fund.
Ensuring high quality programme work is delivered with the maximum involvement of children beneficiaries (see Plan CCCD approach).
Ensuring readiness to emergencies in built into all programme planning
Representation of Plan, its work and its values to the authorities and key decision-makers
As a member of the Regional Management Team, the Country Director of Mali is expected to contribute to the overall learning and strategic direction within the WARO region.
Typical Responsibilities - Key End Results of Position:
Plan’s work in Mali will be delivered by a cost-effective and efficient team, skilled in their area of expertise and compliant with the expectation Plan has of all staff:
Creation and management of high performance teams delivering excellent technical work, using child-centred and gender-sensitive approaches in line with Global and Country Strategic Plans.
Management of individuals across the team to ensure full development of potential through induction, performance management and compliance in all core policy areas.
Staff numbers and structures will be designed and kept at a level that is cost effective.
Work environments will be managed to reduce risk from health and safety and security hazards.
Plans work will be guided by accurate and timely workplans and budgets that can be used to create impact and efficiency
Development of workplans from CSP documents and on the basis of ongoing environment analysis
Creation of accurate phased budgets for sponsorship and other funded work
Efficient and fully compliant financial management in the disbursement of all resources
Plan’s work will be relevant to the needs of the most vulnerable children in Mali
Country Strategic Planning analysis is ongoing and very well informed using locally and internationally available sources of information.
Emergency preparedness analysis ensures Plan is ready to respond to predictable emergency conditions.
The location of programme work is regularly reviewed to ensure new communities are reached when appropriate.
The programme is registered with the relevant authorities and compliant with local law and MoUs exist with concerned ministries giving due recognition to Plan and its work in Mali.
Country leadership and staff are well aware of the country security situation and programmes are developed and implemented giving due consideration to security sensitivities.
CCCD is intrinsic to all programme work
Plan’s work will be well funded and growing
Representation to donor agencies locally and proposal development will result in timely knowledge of funding opportunities in a planned manner
Exploitation of funding opportunities in partnership with NOs and in line with agreed strategy.
Delivery of grant and sponsorship work on time with clear measurable impact on children and in full compliance with donor requirements.
Plan’s work in Mali will be recognised locally and internationally as effective and relevant to the needs of highly vulnerable children
Representation of the work to all key stakeholders (advisory group, local leaders, workshops, cluster groups, INGOs locally and internationally etc) regularly promotes the issues being addressed and the work addressing them.
Timely communications work keeps Plan at the forefront of the issues affecting children in Mali.
Contributions to journals debating key elements of Plan’s work.
Sharing Mali’s experience with other countries of the region regarding the types of programming used and their impact
Dealing with Problems:
Complexity of problems handled & the degree of investigation, analysis, & creative thinking required to solve them
Quick ability to understand the complexity of Plan’s business model, organisational structures and decision-making processes.
Dealing with security/emergency conditions – the Country Director has to be actively involved in having security information and providing clear guidance for the safety and security of staff, assets and programmes.
Flexibility to support other Country Offices across the Region.
Sponsorship requests – this includes finding out new ways of managing sponsorship, retention of sponsors and children.
Ability to establish and sustain partnerships with community based organisations (e.g. Community Councils), government partners and national and international institutions sand NGOs.
Communications and Working Relationships:
Internal:
Regular contact with other Country Directors, especially in Regional Management Team and Regional Office Management Team
Programme Department in IH who may guide and advise on Programme Standards
NO program depts.
External:
Other INGO leaders and networks. Collaboration agreements exist with teh following organisations: UNICEF, World Vision, Red-Cross, World Food Programme, OXFAM, Save the Children, Stromme Foundation, Freedom from Hunger etc.
Government, UN and donor representatives
Community Councils, national NGOs and other civil society organisations
Knowledge, Skills, and Behaviours Required to Achieve Role’s Objectives:
Knowledge
Demonstrable knowledge as a result of study, training or practical experience on the key debates in development and emergency response methods and effectiveness
Knowledge of Mali; the geopolitical factors affecting child-poverty in the country and the political, social and environmental opportunities for change is an advantage
Knowledge of the requirements of donor compliance and financial management
Knowledge of programming in volatile environments with good understanding and appreciation of the historical, security context, political environment, economic, social/religious and humanitarian context in Mali or a comparable environment.
Skills
Proven skills in the development and management of effective and motivated teams, including distance management
Effective working with and through partners
Communications, comfortable with the media, presenting and arguing a case
Proven analytical skills in isolating priorities and tackling them
Fluent in English and French
Behaviours
Striving for high performance
Strongly drives performance forward in area of the business for which they are responsible
Involves others in setting and achieving goals
Creates strong sense of purpose within own part of the business and with stakeholders
Holds self and others to account to deliver on agreed goals and standards of behaviour
Strategic thinking and innovation
Sets strong strategy in own part of organisation
Makes a strong contribution to wider strategy
Sees contribution of own part of the organisation in wider Plan and external context
Balances future vision with practical delivery
Interrogates work effectiveness and searches for finds better ways of working
Decision making and risk management
Alert to risks inside and outside the organisation ready to make judgements to manage risk and take responsibility for judgements
Influence and communication
Effective communicator using clear messages drawn from Plan’s work
Cross-culturally adept
Ready to work to influence leaders in governments, international bodies, partners and communities
Can reach out and influence large groups of people
Can communicate with children and young people
Building effective teams and partnerships
Collegiate, acting as a team player in the country and across the region even if this results in adjustment of own priorities
Develops mutual trusting relationships with complex partnerships that have excellent business outcomes
Developing people
Supports learning and a sense of mutual purpose in diverse teams
Sets a strong learning culture in their part of the organisation
Uses opportunities across Plan to develop others
Self awareness and resilience
Remains calm and positive under pressure and in difficult situations
Plans own learning and development
Aware of impact on others and adjusting own behaviour accordingly
Has a positive impact on those around them
Leads major change while keeping staff and partners on board
Physical Environment and Demands:
Based in the country office located in Bamako with extensive local and some international travel. Ability to travel frequently to remote areas
Level of Contact with Children:
Mid contact: Occasional interaction with children
How to Apply
Please submit a full CV and a comprehensive cover letter setting out your reasons for applying for the post and outlining the qualifications experience knowledge and skills that you feel you can bring to the role to:- directors@plan-international.org
Deadline: Tuesday 3rd January 2012
Location: This position is based in Bamako
Reports To: Regional Director
5 year contract
The salary range for this role will be US$60–80,000 per annum depending on experience. This is an accompanied position and full expat benefits will be available.
Dimensions of Role:
Leadership, management and development of Mali team comprising of over 140 staff in full compliance with local law and Plan policies and standards.
Direct reports include: the country management team of over 10 staff.
Accurate and timely disbursement of the agreed Country Office Budget including all donor commitments. The county budget for this financial year is about US$ 9 million; grant sponsorship budget ratio is 50%.
Current sponsorship caseload is 30,340 enrolled children.
Growing and managing a grant portfolio so that funds can be raised in a timely manner for key project responses. Currently key partnerships exist with the following donors USAID, CIDA, EC and The Global Fund.
Ensuring high quality programme work is delivered with the maximum involvement of children beneficiaries (see Plan CCCD approach).
Ensuring readiness to emergencies in built into all programme planning
Representation of Plan, its work and its values to the authorities and key decision-makers
As a member of the Regional Management Team, the Country Director of Mali is expected to contribute to the overall learning and strategic direction within the WARO region.
Typical Responsibilities - Key End Results of Position:
Plan’s work in Mali will be delivered by a cost-effective and efficient team, skilled in their area of expertise and compliant with the expectation Plan has of all staff:
Creation and management of high performance teams delivering excellent technical work, using child-centred and gender-sensitive approaches in line with Global and Country Strategic Plans.
Management of individuals across the team to ensure full development of potential through induction, performance management and compliance in all core policy areas.
Staff numbers and structures will be designed and kept at a level that is cost effective.
Work environments will be managed to reduce risk from health and safety and security hazards.
Plans work will be guided by accurate and timely workplans and budgets that can be used to create impact and efficiency
Development of workplans from CSP documents and on the basis of ongoing environment analysis
Creation of accurate phased budgets for sponsorship and other funded work
Efficient and fully compliant financial management in the disbursement of all resources
Plan’s work will be relevant to the needs of the most vulnerable children in Mali
Country Strategic Planning analysis is ongoing and very well informed using locally and internationally available sources of information.
Emergency preparedness analysis ensures Plan is ready to respond to predictable emergency conditions.
The location of programme work is regularly reviewed to ensure new communities are reached when appropriate.
The programme is registered with the relevant authorities and compliant with local law and MoUs exist with concerned ministries giving due recognition to Plan and its work in Mali.
Country leadership and staff are well aware of the country security situation and programmes are developed and implemented giving due consideration to security sensitivities.
CCCD is intrinsic to all programme work
Plan’s work will be well funded and growing
Representation to donor agencies locally and proposal development will result in timely knowledge of funding opportunities in a planned manner
Exploitation of funding opportunities in partnership with NOs and in line with agreed strategy.
Delivery of grant and sponsorship work on time with clear measurable impact on children and in full compliance with donor requirements.
Plan’s work in Mali will be recognised locally and internationally as effective and relevant to the needs of highly vulnerable children
Representation of the work to all key stakeholders (advisory group, local leaders, workshops, cluster groups, INGOs locally and internationally etc) regularly promotes the issues being addressed and the work addressing them.
Timely communications work keeps Plan at the forefront of the issues affecting children in Mali.
Contributions to journals debating key elements of Plan’s work.
Sharing Mali’s experience with other countries of the region regarding the types of programming used and their impact
Dealing with Problems:
Complexity of problems handled & the degree of investigation, analysis, & creative thinking required to solve them
Quick ability to understand the complexity of Plan’s business model, organisational structures and decision-making processes.
Dealing with security/emergency conditions – the Country Director has to be actively involved in having security information and providing clear guidance for the safety and security of staff, assets and programmes.
Flexibility to support other Country Offices across the Region.
Sponsorship requests – this includes finding out new ways of managing sponsorship, retention of sponsors and children.
Ability to establish and sustain partnerships with community based organisations (e.g. Community Councils), government partners and national and international institutions sand NGOs.
Communications and Working Relationships:
Internal:
Regular contact with other Country Directors, especially in Regional Management Team and Regional Office Management Team
Programme Department in IH who may guide and advise on Programme Standards
NO program depts.
External:
Other INGO leaders and networks. Collaboration agreements exist with teh following organisations: UNICEF, World Vision, Red-Cross, World Food Programme, OXFAM, Save the Children, Stromme Foundation, Freedom from Hunger etc.
Government, UN and donor representatives
Community Councils, national NGOs and other civil society organisations
Knowledge, Skills, and Behaviours Required to Achieve Role’s Objectives:
Knowledge
Demonstrable knowledge as a result of study, training or practical experience on the key debates in development and emergency response methods and effectiveness
Knowledge of Mali; the geopolitical factors affecting child-poverty in the country and the political, social and environmental opportunities for change is an advantage
Knowledge of the requirements of donor compliance and financial management
Knowledge of programming in volatile environments with good understanding and appreciation of the historical, security context, political environment, economic, social/religious and humanitarian context in Mali or a comparable environment.
Skills
Proven skills in the development and management of effective and motivated teams, including distance management
Effective working with and through partners
Communications, comfortable with the media, presenting and arguing a case
Proven analytical skills in isolating priorities and tackling them
Fluent in English and French
Behaviours
Striving for high performance
Strongly drives performance forward in area of the business for which they are responsible
Involves others in setting and achieving goals
Creates strong sense of purpose within own part of the business and with stakeholders
Holds self and others to account to deliver on agreed goals and standards of behaviour
Strategic thinking and innovation
Sets strong strategy in own part of organisation
Makes a strong contribution to wider strategy
Sees contribution of own part of the organisation in wider Plan and external context
Balances future vision with practical delivery
Interrogates work effectiveness and searches for finds better ways of working
Decision making and risk management
Alert to risks inside and outside the organisation ready to make judgements to manage risk and take responsibility for judgements
Influence and communication
Effective communicator using clear messages drawn from Plan’s work
Cross-culturally adept
Ready to work to influence leaders in governments, international bodies, partners and communities
Can reach out and influence large groups of people
Can communicate with children and young people
Building effective teams and partnerships
Collegiate, acting as a team player in the country and across the region even if this results in adjustment of own priorities
Develops mutual trusting relationships with complex partnerships that have excellent business outcomes
Developing people
Supports learning and a sense of mutual purpose in diverse teams
Sets a strong learning culture in their part of the organisation
Uses opportunities across Plan to develop others
Self awareness and resilience
Remains calm and positive under pressure and in difficult situations
Plans own learning and development
Aware of impact on others and adjusting own behaviour accordingly
Has a positive impact on those around them
Leads major change while keeping staff and partners on board
Physical Environment and Demands:
Based in the country office located in Bamako with extensive local and some international travel. Ability to travel frequently to remote areas
Level of Contact with Children:
Mid contact: Occasional interaction with children
How to Apply
Please submit a full CV and a comprehensive cover letter setting out your reasons for applying for the post and outlining the qualifications experience knowledge and skills that you feel you can bring to the role to:- directors@plan-international.org
Deadline: Tuesday 3rd January 2012
Jobs at Plan International in Mozambique-Salary US$60–80,000 per annum
Job Title: Director Mozambique
Region: Mozambique
Location: This position is based in Maputo
Reports To: Regional Director
5 year contract
The salary range for this role will be US$60–80,000 per annum depending on experience. This is an accompanied position and full expat benefits will be available.
Closing Date: Tuesday 3rd January, 2012
Working in 50 developing countries across Africa, Asia and the Americas, Plan aims to reach as many children as possible, particularly those who are excluded or marginalised with high quality programs that deliver long lasting benefits by increasing its income, working in partnership with others and operating effectively.
Each Country Program is led by a Country Director (CD) who is Plan International’s lead representative in that country with authority over all activities taking place there. S/he must develop strategies at country level that align with Plan’s global vision and purpose within the prevailing context of that country as it impacts on children. S/he must lead a highly motivated and legally compliant, well-funded programme ready and able to respond to emergency and development needs of some of the most marginalized children.
Plan Mozambique has an approved 5 year Country Strategic Plan which runs to 2015. The key program focus for Plan Mozambique include:
Creating opportunities for children and adolescents to access their right to health and enjoy good health.
Supporting the provision of access to quality primary education and early childhood care & development, especially among vulnerable children.
Enhancing the realization of the rights of children and youth and facilitate the creation of a protective environment for children to survive, develop and participate in their own development
Supporting the development of the social and economic capacities of children, youth and communities and promote active engagement in their own change
Supporting disaster risk mitigating efforts and working with communities to develop resilient coping mechanisms
Dimensions of Role:
Leadership, management and development of Mozambique team comprising of over 20 staff in full compliance with local law and Plan policies and standards.
Direct reports include: the country management team of 8.
Accurate and timely disbursement of the agreed Country Office Budget including all donor commitments. Presently about 37% of total budget spent comes from grants and in the coming FY, grant sponsorship budget ratio will be 40:60.
Current sponsorship numbers are 9,500
Growing and managing a grant portfolio so that funds can be raised in a timely manner for key project responses. Currently key partnerships exists with 5 donors through 6 Plan National Offices
Ensuring high quality programme work is delivered with the maximum involvement of children beneficiaries (see Plan CCCD approach).
Ensuring readiness to emergencies in built into all programme planning
Representation of Plan, its work and its values to the authorities and key decision-makers
As a member of the Regional Leadership Team, the Country Director of Mozambique is expected to contribute to the overall learning and strategic direction within the RESA region.
Typical Responsibilities - Key End Results of Position:
Plan’s work in Mozambique will be delivered by a cost-effective and efficient team, skilled in their area of expertise and compliant with the expectation Plan has of all staff
· Creation and management of high performance teams delivering excellent technical work, using child-centred and gender-sensitive approaches in line with Global and Country Strategic Plans.
· Management of individuals across the team to ensure full development of potential through induction, performance management and compliance in all core policy areas.
· Staff numbers and structures will be designed and kept at a level that is cost effective.
· Work environments will be managed to reduce risk from health and safety and security hazards.
Plans work will be guided by accurate and timely workplans and budgets that can be used to create impact and efficiency
· Development of workplans from CSP documents and on the basis of ongoing environment analysis
· Creation of accurate phased budgets for sponsorship and other funded work
· Efficient and fully compliant financial management in the disbursement of all resources
Plan’s work will be relevant to the needs of the most vulnerable children in Mozambique
· Country Strategic Planning analysis is ongoing and very well informed using locally and internationally available sources of information.
· Emergency preparedness analysis ensures Plan is ready to respond to predictable emergency conditions.
· The location of programme work is regularly reviewed to ensure new communities are reached when appropriate.
· The programme is registered with the relevant authorities and compliant with local law and MoUs exist with concerned ministries giving due recognition to Plan and its work in Mozambique.
· Country leadership and staff are well aware of the country security situation and programmes are developed and implemented giving due consideration to security sensitivities.
· CCCD is intrinsic to all programme work
Plan’s work will be well funded and growing
· Representation to donor agencies locally and proposal development will result in timely knowledge of funding opportunities in a planned manner
· Exploitation of funding opportunities in partnership with NOs and in line with agreed strategy.
· Delivery of grant and sponsorship work on time with clear measurable impact on children and in full compliance with donor requirements.
Plan’s work in Mozambique will be recognised locally and internationally as effective and relevant to the needs of highly vulnerable children
· Representation of the work to all key stakeholders (advisory group, local leaders, workshops, cluster groups, INGOs locally and internationally etc) regularly promotes the issues being addressed and the work addressing them.
· Timely communications work keeps Plan at the forefront of the issues affecting children in Mozambique.
· Contributions to journals debating key elements of Plan’s work.
· Sharing Mozambique’s experience with other countries of the region regarding the types of programming used and their impact
Dealing with Problems:
· To understand the complexity of Plan’s business model, organisational structures and decision-making processes.
· Dealing with security/emergency conditions – the Country Director has to be actively involved in having security information and providing clear guidance for the safety and security of staff, assets and programmes.
· Flexibility to support other Country Offices across the Region.
· Sponsorship requests – this includes finding out new ways of managing sponsorship, retention of sponsors and children.
Communications and Working Relationships:
Internal:
· Regular contact with other Country Directors, especially in Regional Leadership Team
· Programme Department in International Headquarters who may guide and advise on Programme Standards
· National Office programme depts. Presently there are three framework agreements in place and one more in the pipeline. In addition we develop proposals for major donors (Unicef, OFDA, EU, ECHO) that require engagement of the NO programme teams.
· Contact with other country directors isles frequent although together with Guinea Bissau and Brazil there are three Portuguese speaking COs
External:
Plan Mozambique works in partnership with a number of local and international organizations to advance the cause and interest of children. Plan is also a member of various thematic groups and works closely with government, UN and donor representatives. Among these partners are:
· ROSC (civil society forum for children´s rights),
· UNICEF cluster meetings for education of child protection,
· WASH cluster
· G-TCOV (technical group for OVC) led by Ministry of social welfare
· Education Movement for all
· Naima - network for organizations that work on health and HIV
· Rede da Crianca - child network for media
Knowledge, Skills, and Behaviours Required to Achieve Role’s Objectives:
Knowledge
· Demonstrable knowledge as a result of study, training or practical experience on the key debates in development and emergency response methods and effectiveness
· Knowledge of Mozambique; the geopolitical factors affecting child-poverty in the country and the political, social and environmental opportunities for change is an advantage
· Knowledge of the requirements of donor compliance and financial management
· Knowledge of programming in volatile environments with good understanding and appreciation of the historical, security context, political environment, economic, social/religious and humanitarian context in Mozambique or a comparable environment.
Skills
· Proven skills in the development and management of effective and motivated teams, including distance management
· Effective working with and through partners
· Communications, comfortable with the media, presenting and arguing a case
· Proven analytical skills in isolating priorities and tackling them
· Excellent written skills in English for the development of proposals and the review of reports. Portuguese language skills are an advantage.
Behaviours
Striving for high performance
· Strongly drives performance forward in area of the business for which they are responsible
· Involves others in setting and achieving goals
· Creates strong sense of purpose within own part of the business and with stakeholders
· Holds self and others to account to deliver on agreed goals and standards of behaviour
Strategic thinking and innovation
· Sets strong strategy in own part of organisation
· Makes a strong contribution to wider strategy
· Sees contribution of own part of the organisation in wider Plan and external context
· Balances future vision with practical delivery
· Interrogates work effectiveness and searches for finds better ways of working
Decision making and risk management
· Alert to risks inside and outside the organisation ready to make judgements to manage risk and take responsibility for judgements
Influence and communication
· Effective communicator using clear messages drawn from Plan’s work
· Cross-culturally adept
· Ready to work to influence leaders in governments, international bodies, partners and communities
· Can reach out and influence large groups of people
· Can communicate with children and young people
Building effective teams and partnerships
· Collegiate, acting as a team player in the country and across the region even if this results in adjustment of own priorities
· Develops mutual trusting relationships with complex partnerships that have excellent business outcomes
Developing people
· Supports learning and a sense of mutual purpose in diverse teams
· Sets a strong learning culture in their part of the organisation
· Uses opportunities across Plan to develop others
Self awareness and resilience
· Remains calm and positive under pressure and in difficult situations
· Plans own learning and development
· Aware of impact on others and adjusting own behaviour accordingly
· Has a positive impact on those around them
· Leads major change while keeping staff and partners on board
Physical Environment and Demands:
· Based in the country office located in Maputo with extensive local and some international travel
· Ability to travel frequently to remote areas
How to Apply:
To apply, please send your CV and a covering letter detailing your salary requirements and quoting reference RE022 to directors@plan-international.org
Closing Date: Tuesday 3rd January, 2012
Region: Mozambique
Location: This position is based in Maputo
Reports To: Regional Director
5 year contract
The salary range for this role will be US$60–80,000 per annum depending on experience. This is an accompanied position and full expat benefits will be available.
Closing Date: Tuesday 3rd January, 2012
Working in 50 developing countries across Africa, Asia and the Americas, Plan aims to reach as many children as possible, particularly those who are excluded or marginalised with high quality programs that deliver long lasting benefits by increasing its income, working in partnership with others and operating effectively.
Each Country Program is led by a Country Director (CD) who is Plan International’s lead representative in that country with authority over all activities taking place there. S/he must develop strategies at country level that align with Plan’s global vision and purpose within the prevailing context of that country as it impacts on children. S/he must lead a highly motivated and legally compliant, well-funded programme ready and able to respond to emergency and development needs of some of the most marginalized children.
Plan Mozambique has an approved 5 year Country Strategic Plan which runs to 2015. The key program focus for Plan Mozambique include:
Creating opportunities for children and adolescents to access their right to health and enjoy good health.
Supporting the provision of access to quality primary education and early childhood care & development, especially among vulnerable children.
Enhancing the realization of the rights of children and youth and facilitate the creation of a protective environment for children to survive, develop and participate in their own development
Supporting the development of the social and economic capacities of children, youth and communities and promote active engagement in their own change
Supporting disaster risk mitigating efforts and working with communities to develop resilient coping mechanisms
Dimensions of Role:
Leadership, management and development of Mozambique team comprising of over 20 staff in full compliance with local law and Plan policies and standards.
Direct reports include: the country management team of 8.
Accurate and timely disbursement of the agreed Country Office Budget including all donor commitments. Presently about 37% of total budget spent comes from grants and in the coming FY, grant sponsorship budget ratio will be 40:60.
Current sponsorship numbers are 9,500
Growing and managing a grant portfolio so that funds can be raised in a timely manner for key project responses. Currently key partnerships exists with 5 donors through 6 Plan National Offices
Ensuring high quality programme work is delivered with the maximum involvement of children beneficiaries (see Plan CCCD approach).
Ensuring readiness to emergencies in built into all programme planning
Representation of Plan, its work and its values to the authorities and key decision-makers
As a member of the Regional Leadership Team, the Country Director of Mozambique is expected to contribute to the overall learning and strategic direction within the RESA region.
Typical Responsibilities - Key End Results of Position:
Plan’s work in Mozambique will be delivered by a cost-effective and efficient team, skilled in their area of expertise and compliant with the expectation Plan has of all staff
· Creation and management of high performance teams delivering excellent technical work, using child-centred and gender-sensitive approaches in line with Global and Country Strategic Plans.
· Management of individuals across the team to ensure full development of potential through induction, performance management and compliance in all core policy areas.
· Staff numbers and structures will be designed and kept at a level that is cost effective.
· Work environments will be managed to reduce risk from health and safety and security hazards.
Plans work will be guided by accurate and timely workplans and budgets that can be used to create impact and efficiency
· Development of workplans from CSP documents and on the basis of ongoing environment analysis
· Creation of accurate phased budgets for sponsorship and other funded work
· Efficient and fully compliant financial management in the disbursement of all resources
Plan’s work will be relevant to the needs of the most vulnerable children in Mozambique
· Country Strategic Planning analysis is ongoing and very well informed using locally and internationally available sources of information.
· Emergency preparedness analysis ensures Plan is ready to respond to predictable emergency conditions.
· The location of programme work is regularly reviewed to ensure new communities are reached when appropriate.
· The programme is registered with the relevant authorities and compliant with local law and MoUs exist with concerned ministries giving due recognition to Plan and its work in Mozambique.
· Country leadership and staff are well aware of the country security situation and programmes are developed and implemented giving due consideration to security sensitivities.
· CCCD is intrinsic to all programme work
Plan’s work will be well funded and growing
· Representation to donor agencies locally and proposal development will result in timely knowledge of funding opportunities in a planned manner
· Exploitation of funding opportunities in partnership with NOs and in line with agreed strategy.
· Delivery of grant and sponsorship work on time with clear measurable impact on children and in full compliance with donor requirements.
Plan’s work in Mozambique will be recognised locally and internationally as effective and relevant to the needs of highly vulnerable children
· Representation of the work to all key stakeholders (advisory group, local leaders, workshops, cluster groups, INGOs locally and internationally etc) regularly promotes the issues being addressed and the work addressing them.
· Timely communications work keeps Plan at the forefront of the issues affecting children in Mozambique.
· Contributions to journals debating key elements of Plan’s work.
· Sharing Mozambique’s experience with other countries of the region regarding the types of programming used and their impact
Dealing with Problems:
· To understand the complexity of Plan’s business model, organisational structures and decision-making processes.
· Dealing with security/emergency conditions – the Country Director has to be actively involved in having security information and providing clear guidance for the safety and security of staff, assets and programmes.
· Flexibility to support other Country Offices across the Region.
· Sponsorship requests – this includes finding out new ways of managing sponsorship, retention of sponsors and children.
Communications and Working Relationships:
Internal:
· Regular contact with other Country Directors, especially in Regional Leadership Team
· Programme Department in International Headquarters who may guide and advise on Programme Standards
· National Office programme depts. Presently there are three framework agreements in place and one more in the pipeline. In addition we develop proposals for major donors (Unicef, OFDA, EU, ECHO) that require engagement of the NO programme teams.
· Contact with other country directors isles frequent although together with Guinea Bissau and Brazil there are three Portuguese speaking COs
External:
Plan Mozambique works in partnership with a number of local and international organizations to advance the cause and interest of children. Plan is also a member of various thematic groups and works closely with government, UN and donor representatives. Among these partners are:
· ROSC (civil society forum for children´s rights),
· UNICEF cluster meetings for education of child protection,
· WASH cluster
· G-TCOV (technical group for OVC) led by Ministry of social welfare
· Education Movement for all
· Naima - network for organizations that work on health and HIV
· Rede da Crianca - child network for media
Knowledge, Skills, and Behaviours Required to Achieve Role’s Objectives:
Knowledge
· Demonstrable knowledge as a result of study, training or practical experience on the key debates in development and emergency response methods and effectiveness
· Knowledge of Mozambique; the geopolitical factors affecting child-poverty in the country and the political, social and environmental opportunities for change is an advantage
· Knowledge of the requirements of donor compliance and financial management
· Knowledge of programming in volatile environments with good understanding and appreciation of the historical, security context, political environment, economic, social/religious and humanitarian context in Mozambique or a comparable environment.
Skills
· Proven skills in the development and management of effective and motivated teams, including distance management
· Effective working with and through partners
· Communications, comfortable with the media, presenting and arguing a case
· Proven analytical skills in isolating priorities and tackling them
· Excellent written skills in English for the development of proposals and the review of reports. Portuguese language skills are an advantage.
Behaviours
Striving for high performance
· Strongly drives performance forward in area of the business for which they are responsible
· Involves others in setting and achieving goals
· Creates strong sense of purpose within own part of the business and with stakeholders
· Holds self and others to account to deliver on agreed goals and standards of behaviour
Strategic thinking and innovation
· Sets strong strategy in own part of organisation
· Makes a strong contribution to wider strategy
· Sees contribution of own part of the organisation in wider Plan and external context
· Balances future vision with practical delivery
· Interrogates work effectiveness and searches for finds better ways of working
Decision making and risk management
· Alert to risks inside and outside the organisation ready to make judgements to manage risk and take responsibility for judgements
Influence and communication
· Effective communicator using clear messages drawn from Plan’s work
· Cross-culturally adept
· Ready to work to influence leaders in governments, international bodies, partners and communities
· Can reach out and influence large groups of people
· Can communicate with children and young people
Building effective teams and partnerships
· Collegiate, acting as a team player in the country and across the region even if this results in adjustment of own priorities
· Develops mutual trusting relationships with complex partnerships that have excellent business outcomes
Developing people
· Supports learning and a sense of mutual purpose in diverse teams
· Sets a strong learning culture in their part of the organisation
· Uses opportunities across Plan to develop others
Self awareness and resilience
· Remains calm and positive under pressure and in difficult situations
· Plans own learning and development
· Aware of impact on others and adjusting own behaviour accordingly
· Has a positive impact on those around them
· Leads major change while keeping staff and partners on board
Physical Environment and Demands:
· Based in the country office located in Maputo with extensive local and some international travel
· Ability to travel frequently to remote areas
How to Apply:
To apply, please send your CV and a covering letter detailing your salary requirements and quoting reference RE022 to directors@plan-international.org
Closing Date: Tuesday 3rd January, 2012
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