Careers at Islamic Development Bank 2016

Welcome to IDB Group, a world-class Islamic Development Institution backed by 56 member countries from around the globe.

In order to enable our vision to be the leader in fostering socio-economic development in member countries and Muslim communities in non-member countries, we are looking to hire smart, intelligent professionals who seek to make their mark within the development industry.

By joining us, you will work to achieve our mission to promote comprehensive human development, with a Focus on the priority areas of alleviating poverty, improving health, promoting education, improving governance and prospering the people.

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Careers at International Bank of Somalia

International Bank of Somalia (referred hereafter as IBS) is a registered financial company and licensed from central bank of Somalia since July 2013. 

IBS is an Islamic bank that undertakes retail, corporate including SMEs and investment banking activities. IBS deals with Microfinance and qard hassan loans and engages community finance which is a program that is contributed community members to help key areas that helps bridges community.   

Vision and values 

To be the leader in financial services with innovative and high standard products   

Values

 Shar’iah being core of banking operations Community and Personal responsibility for high performance Shaping the future through innovation   

Zakah  

 IBS calculates zakah after the end of the financial year and pays to areas approved by our Shari’ah Board. Besides Zakah, IBS engages sadaqah and other charity activities and spending to different noble ways such as scholarship for poor students 

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Jobs at Salaam Somali Bank

Introduction

The banking sector in Somalia is showing a significant paradigm shift away from traditional means of money transfer. Salaam Somali Bank (SSB) bears the critical responsibility of leading the way forward in establishing a stable and dynamic banking system replete with dynamic and cutting-edge products and services.

SSB was established in October 2009 to answer to this need. Whether you are an individual or institutional client, SSB is there to help you as a partner in your success. It is committed to providing the highest level of personalized banking services. We promise to offer customized solutions that meet the unique needs of our clients through the right combination of traditional banking services and special features for the Somali community.  Ultimately, we strive to make your success simple.

We believe in adding value to the customers’ lives and business through dynamic and competitive products and services that fulfill their needs while conforming completely to the dictates of international standards.

Run by a team of dedicated team of professionals you can rest assured that your finances are well taken care of.

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Careers at First Somali Bank

We are proud to be the first fully functioning bank in Somalia. Our goal is be your gateway to a new banking experience by offering superior customer service and innovative bank solutions. Whether you are seeking information on the best value savings account or looking for a finance partner in a multi-million dollar business transaction, FSB is here to help you.

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Jobs at The Central Bank of Somalia

The Central Bank of Somalia was established on June 30, 1960 by Decree No. 3 and converted into Law No. 2 of January 13, 1961.

Vision
The Bank shall be guided in all its actions by the objectives of fostering monetary stability, maintaining the internal and external value of the Somali Shilling, and promoting credit and exchange conditions conducive to the balanced growth of the economy of the Republic, and within the limits of its power, it shall contribute to the financial and economic policies of the State.

History
The history of the Central Bank of Somalia began when the United Nation’s Trusteeship Administration “A.F.I.S.” established on 8th April, 1950 a new currency institution regulator “Cassa per la circolazione monetaria della Somalia” with its Head Office in Rome (Italy). During the 1950s, as independence approached, on 6th April, 1959 the Head Quarter has been moved to Mogadishu, taking over all the assets, liabilities, operations of the Banca d’Italia’s Mogadishu branch.

On 3rd June, 1960 it ceased to exist and its functions have been transferred to the newly established central bank “Somali National Bank”.

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Recruitment at Hormuud Telecom Somalia

Hormuud opens its doors for the young graduates looking for a challenging yet promising career. We, at Hormuud Telecom, believe in nurturing our future ourselves, through our purpose built, result oriented and sophisticatedly designed Management Trainee Officers Program, particularly for the young graduates of management and engineering disciplines.

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Jobs at Sahal Telecoms Somalia

Sahal Telecom Broadband Internet service provides business owners and consumers the opportunity to obtain cost effective internet access, with various packages to meet any budget.

Our Solutions are tailored to meet  varying user requirements , providing quality internet access without compromising speed and reliability. Access rich content and video websites with the highest speeds in the region .

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HR/Admin Assistant - Dhusamareeb

BACKGROUND:

A global leader in humanitarian assistance, the International Rescue Committee works in more than 40 countries offering help and hope to refugees and others uprooted by disaster, conflict and oppression. Following over two decades of periodic interventions in the country’s humanitarian crises, the IRC has consistently been in Somalia since 2007, providing life-saving services such as health care, environmental health and livelihood security projects to displaced persons and vulnerable host communities. Currently, the IRC conducts major activities in its Health, Livelihoods, WASH, Women’s Protection and Empowerment, and Governance sectors across five main regions of Somalia, from the south to the northeast (Puntland). The IRC supports communities in Banadir, Nugaal, Bari, Mudug, and Galgaduud regions through its five field offices, with additional support from its main office in Kenya’s capital, Nairobi.

SCOPE OF WORK:

Under the supervision of the Field Manager, the HR/Admin Assistant will support and be the focal person in various HR and admin functions for IRC Somalia Dhusamareeb field office, such as ensuring adherence to all personnel policies; recruitment, orientation and training for newly recruited staff and overall office administration.

The HR/Admin assistants participates in maintaining and reviewing all administrative and human resource systems and procedures. S/he will ensure uniform compliance with policies and procedures at all sites and provides technical support to all staff.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

• Implementation of policies in Dhusamareeb field office. Assist the FM and the HR/Admin Manager in developing and reviewing policies/ guidelines for further presentation to the DDO/CD
• Ensure proper and adequate understanding of Somalia labor laws and IRC’s obligations and advice the FM on the same
• Manage recruitment process under the field office level including review of CVs and short listing and ensure that all recruitment has passed through reference checks, timely job offer and proper orientations for newly hired staff
• Monitor and ensure the timely preparation and payment of payroll for the IRC staffs & seconded staffs, back pay, severance and other related pays due to staff
• Monitor and ensure that all personnel documents are updated and maintained in the personnel files at the field office
• Ensure all staffs in Dhusamareeb have complete personnel files
• Ensure all employees database is maintained and updated
• Maintain up to date leave records for staff
• Follow up and ensure to conduct exit interviews for exiting national staff and maintain copies on the file
• Monitor and coordinate timely contract renewals, preparation of ID cards, hiring and termination letters
• Overall responsibility for office administration ensuring smooth functioning of the office and portrayal of professionalism- cleanliness, staff attendance, management of visitors
• Follow up timely procurement of office supplies and monitor reconciliation of office supplies with the warehouse report from logistics
• Assist in purchasing and selecting staff gifts, organizing fare well parties etc

REQUIREMENTS:

• University Degree/College diploma in Office Management, Business Administration with focus on human resource management and office administration
• At least 3 years experience with an INGO in similar roles
• Strong organizational skills, ability to operate professionally and at a pace that assists in fast tracking various HR processes and decisions
• Ability to manage demanding workload and problem solving
• Excellent computer skills, especially word, excel and power point
• Excellent in English and Somali both speaking & writing

HOW TO APPLY:

Full description of this position and application details can be viewed through our websitewww.rescue.org/careers.

Applications should be received on or before 28th January 2016

International Allowances are not available for this position

Field Manager - Dhusamareeb

Background:

The International Rescue Committee has been working in Somalia since 2006, providing essential services to conflict and disaster affected communities. The IRC has been operational in Central Somalia (Mudug and Galgadud regions), Puntland and Mogadishu implementing interventions in the areas of livelihood, WASH and health reaching out to more than 200,000 conflict and drought affected people.

Summary of Responsibilities:

Under direct supervision of Deputy Director of Operations, the Field Manager will play a pivotal role in managing the IRC Dhusamareeb field office. The position holder will ensure quality office administration, security management, managing field trips of the program staff and maintain close working relationship with relevant authority and other actors such as INGOs and UN agencies. The position will contribute to program assessments undertaken by IRC in Galgaduud region from time to time, monitor humanitarian and security trends and represent the IRC in relevant coordination forums.

Key parameters for success for the role include- flexibility, pro-activeness and problem solving, facilitating team work, cost effectiveness and seeking and providing clarity to program and operations teams.

Specific responsibilities

A. Operations

• Work with the field team and the senior management team for IRC Somalia in achievement of the country program strategic plan and priorities identified therein.
• Ensure compliance of all IRC policies. Orient and train the supply chain staff at Dhusamareeb office site and ensure all activities are implemented in line with the IRC supply chain guidelines and policies.
• Line manage about 5 staff and provide quality overview HR management support to all staff in the office- ensuring that recruitment, orientation, staff management issues are dealt with in line with the IRC organisational policies and guidelines. Make sure that documentation for all HR management issues are in place. Work closely with the HR team at the Nairobi office in performance of various HR functions
• Encourage and participate in staff development initiatives for the office.
• Provide close oversight to the operations component of the program including management of the vehicles, logistics and procurement of materials, store management and IT functions
• Ensure that staff prepare monthly and weekly travel plans and coordinate efficient movement ensuring adequate security
• Ensure efficient visitor management to the Dhusamareeb office including booking of hotels, airstrip pick up, security and organizing external meetings.
• Follow up timely procurement of office supplies and monitor reconciliation of office supplies with the warehouse report from logistics
• Liaise with finance staff to ensure support to both programs and operations teams in the field office.
• Ensure program staff receive adequate and timely operational and financial support
• Ensure adequate support and communication to operation staff in the office and community stakeholders to prevent any form of misunderstanding that could negatively impact the planned operations of the IRC in the supported communities.
• Work closely with the Deputy Director of Operations to review and analyse systems and procedures to ensure effective and efficient delivery of support functions.
• Provide a key in-field oversight role ensuring that mandatory checks are carried out, and analyse, and detect any potential sources of financial/material risk in IRCs operations. Take mitigative actions against the identified risks.
• Build a strong team at Dhusamareeb by working with the staff at Dhusamareeb office as well as taking advantage of any team building efforts underway at the country level.
• Prepare monthly reports on activities of the office highlighting achievements, areas of support needed and Projects priorities.
• Review and provide guidance in the development and maintenance of an operational budget for the field office which fully reflects the changing needs of the office. Work with Grants and finance teams in Nairobi and field office staff to ensure that these needs are met in present and future budgeting activities.
• Review operational support staffing structure on a quarterly basis and submit your recommendation to the Deputy Director of Operations for action.
• Enforce discipline among staff and ensure proper documentation and compliance with IRC policies and procedures.
• Enforce compliance with IRC logistics, finance and administration policies and procedures. This includes but not limited to organizing at least three sessions per year to orient and update staff on policies and procedures.
• Promote team work and instill a good working environment in the field office.
• Enforce discipline among staff and ensure proper documentation and compliance with IRC policies and procedures

B. Programs

• Facilitate a good working relationship between the Sector coordinators/ managers for different sectors and respective program teams at the field office.
• Line manage the Program Manager/Officer for the Dhusamareeb office (to whom the field program team leads report) and ensure that strong and facilitative linkages are built with sector coordinators.
• Work closely with the Deputy Director for Programs for Somalia, Finance and Grants team members in ensuring that all planned activities are implemented at the field site and any concerns/ risks are addressed
• Ensure that the budget spending rates are in line with project work plans and the program and supply chain staff plan and submit PRs, work-plans and other necessary documentation in good time.
• Actively seek input from program personnel on how systems and support functions can be improved with program results in mind.
• Ensure adequate support and communication to program staff in the field locations for them to be updated on all relevant changes to policies
• Monitor the work-plans of each program and raise over-laps or operational constraints
• Help with and encourage program planning. Participate in Grant opening and closing meetings as well as grant mid-point review meetings
• Provide guidance to program staff on implementation of projects including regular field visits.
• Take lead in IRC program expansion plan and identification of new areas of intervention depending on fund availability and donor interest.
• Make sure that clan diversity and fair and equal distribution of IRC resources to different communities and that target locations are selected on the basis of need.

C. Staff Safety and Security Management

• Act as the security focal point for the Dhusamareeb field office and communicate issues promptly as they are observed for necessary guidance and support from the Deputy Director of Operations and Country Director.
• Ensure development and implementation of the standard operations procedures for the office and train staff on the same
• Complete incident report forms as necessary and encourage all staff to fill in the form should there be any security incident that he/she is aware of.
• Review safety and security issues at field sites, compiling recommendations for Deputy Director of Operations and Security coordinator.
• Communicate changes in the security situation to the Deputy Director of Operations, Security Coordinator and CD in a timely manner.
• Provide weekly security updates to the Deputy Director of Operations and Security Coordinator highlighting impact on IRC’s work and remedial actions.
• Recommend and implement security enhancement measures for IRC Dhusamareeb Office/Guest house compound.
• Monitor security/ political development in the region and its surroundings and inform Deputy Director of Operations on weekly basis about any security changes in the areas of operation.
• Brief all visitors proper security and safety procedures in a timely fashion upon arrival and are briefed on specific site security before departure on field trips.
• Together with the Security Coordinator, identify security and training needs of the field team and ensure that staff attend necessary trainings.
• Responsible for ensuring that Security Guidelines are in place and implemented and adhered to by the field staff.
• Responsible for maintaining continuing awareness of prevailing local security conditions, identifying probable threats and risks and advice program managers/coordinators and staff on all security related matters.
• Conduct regular security and risk assessments, security management reviews and brief national and international staff on changes in security situation, security policy and security operational guidelines.
• In crisis, is responsible and authorized to re-assess security strategies and increase security levels without prior consultation.
• Inform the Country Director (CD) or DDO and Security Coordinator of any security alert, incidents, any changes in the region and its surroundings.

D. External representation and networking

• Represent the IRC to local government authorities and line ministries, donors, visitors, and partners
• Act as the focal point for the IRC office Dhusamareeb of Galgaddud region.
• Coordinate closely with the community leaders at various locations in Galgaduud region and make sure to establish good working relationship with them
• Work with the program team to identify potential partners- local NGOs, INGOs, private partners and local authorities
• Build relationships with the local Administration and Line Ministries and stay abreast of ongoing Administrative processes that impact IRC Programs
• Attend meetings organized by consortium, inter-agencies, UN and local authorities on behalf of IRC.

Qualifications

• At least 5-7 years of relevant experience working with a I/NGO in Somalia in a field office leadership role
• Exposure and experience in various operations, finance, security and HR/ Admin systems and processes of international organizations
• Strong skill set around organizing, operational management, representation and supervising staff
• Ability to manage demanding workload and creative approach to problem solving
• Excellent computer skills, especially word, internet, excel and power point
• Skills in English and Somali- both speaking & writing
• Ability and willingness to work and travel within Galgaduud region.
• University Degree/ in the areas of social studies/ sciences and Business Administration.

HOW TO APPLY:

Full description of this position and application details can be viewed through our websitewww.rescue.org/careers.

Applications should be received on or before 28th January 2016

International Allowances are not available for this position

CP/IDTR Capacity Building Officer

INTERSOS is a non-profit humanitarian aid organization that works to bring assistance to people affected by natural disasters and conflicts. Established in 1992 with support from the Italian Federation of Trade Unions, its actions are based on the values of solidarity, justice, human dignity, equal rights and opportunities for all people and respect for diversity and coexistence, paying particular attention to the most vulnerable and the unprotected. In Somalia INTERSOS is active since 1992 responding to emergencies that involve IDPs and returnees populations as well as the host community. INTERSOS currently operates in Bay, Bay, Middle Shabelle and Mudug regions of Somalia.

Position overview:
The CP/IDTR Capacity Building Officer will contribute to UNICEF core commitments for children in humanitarian action (4 UASC and 6 PSS). The position is responsible for building capacity for CP/IDTR officer and case workers on case management, basic emotional support for UASC and their care givers, as well as improving support and follow-up for children and caregivers in informal foster families through case workers and community-based approaches.

Main responsibilities:

1. CP/IDTR team and referral partners training and mentoring on IDTR, case management, PSS and working with caregivers
   • Develop and conduct training and mentoring for INTERSOS CP/IDTR staff on CP basics, protection principles including child-centered approach and adherence to INTERSOS code of conduct, child protection, PSEA and data protection policy;
   • Develop and conduct training, mentoring and regular competency review with the CP PM and CP/IDTR Field Coordinator on IDTR case managementfor INTERSOS and partners including:
   a. Create a climate of trust and care;
   b. Introduction, Consent procedure
   c. Rapid case assessment;
   d. Comprehensive best interest assessment, case action planning and implementation;
   e. Case follow up & Review;
   f. Preferred durable solution in discussion with the child and caregiver;
   g. Case closure;
   h. Final follow up (confirm the sustainability of preferred durable solution).
   • Conduct training, mentoring and regular competency review with the CP PM, GBV&CP capacity building officer and Field Coordinator for INTERSOS and partners case workers and officers on psycho social support (MHPSS levels 2 and 3);
   • Ensure that case workers are providing comprehensive information on services available to the client, maintain coordination with service provider focal points, and ensure accompaniment and referral to service adhering to referral SOPs and “need to know” principle; in a child centred approach with elements of local community mechanism in response to child protection (including CBOs);
   • Support the review of IEC materials and train the team in coherent, integrated approaches to establish community-based child protection and GBV reduction systems with the community;
   • Participate in INTERSOS case management meetings, when required and support the establishment of both internal and external Best Interest Determination (BID) panels;
   • Support the Database officer and field CP teams to develop robust data protection systems, review on a quarterly basis for each base and address any gaps or challenges. Immediately flag any breaches in data protection procedures to the Database Officer and GBV/CP Field Coordinator;
   • Support the CP/IDTR Field Coordinator to conduct training with formal and informal authorities on CP issues to contribute to project outcomes.
2. Technical support to create community-based approach for child protection and alternative caremechanisms
   • Develop and conduct training with the CP/IDTR Field Coordinator and CP PM for INTERSOS staff and partners to engage formal and informal authorities, community-based child protection mechanisms and community focal points for clan tracing;
   • Provide technical advice for INTERSOS CP teams and partners on effective community-based mechanisms for supporting informal foster families and other alternative care;
   • Support the establishment of peer support networks for UASC and informal foster families.
3. Monitoring and evaluation of activities and project management support
   • Ensure all training have pre and post-test and evaluation, and reports and accountability documentation for training mentoring sessions are completed in a timely manner;
   • Support review of community-based child protection mechanisms and functionality of IDTR referral according to the agreed community-based approach to child protection and alternative care support;
   • Support the development of success case studies, human interest stories and identification and documentation of good practices among the CP team;
   • Report immediately any breaches in data protection, conduct of conduct and other issues that will affect accountability, INTERSOS reputation and achievement of project outputs and outcomes;
   • Any other task as requested by the CP/IDTR Field Coordinator and CP PM necessary for the project implementation.

Person specification:
 Social worker, Community Development or equivalent practical field experience working in Somalia, preferably with a humanitarian organisation;
 Minimum three years experience in IDTR and child protection case management and working with informal alternative care providers;
 Proven experience in participatory training is required, with good interpersonal skills to work effectively with INTERSOS staff and partner;
 Gender-sensitive and advocate for women, children and minority rights;
 Experience in psycho social support, case management and alternative care for children is required;
 Experience conducting BID panels and BIA;
 Good cooperation skills and ability to work in a team;
 Good problem solving and social skills and creative, to think of alternative solutions;
 Stress-resilient to be able to cope with deadlines and complex problems;
 Strong organizational, communication and report writing skills;
 Computer literate (word and excel);
 Fluency in written and spoken English and Somali;
 Willing to work extra hours and available at the weekend for emergency cases.

I, ___(NAME OF STAFF) have read, understood and agree to perform my role and responsibilities in accordance with this terms of reference.

SIGNATURE OF STAFF: __
DATE SIGNED: __

HOW TO APPLY:

Application process:
Send CV and cover letter to hr.somalia@intersos.org with email heading “Child Protection/IDTR Capacity Building Officer” COB Tuesday 26 January 2016.

Fundraising and Communications Manager

Background on CED

Centre for Education and Development (CED), Somalia is a non-governmental humanitarian and development organization working in Somalia. CED responds to emergency and development needs in Somalia and assists Somali communities towards self-reliance. CED works with poor local communities through sustainable community development programs to overcome ignorance, hunger, injustice and inequality

CED is seeking a dynamic, innovative and self-motivated professional to fill the position of Fundraising and communications Manager.

Contract Type: International (with competitive salary and benefits)
Location - Nairobi with frequent travel to Somalia
Start date: ASAP for 1 year with the possibility of extension

Purpose of the job

The Fundraising and Communications Manager is required to set up, launch and manage fundraising strategy & program. The Fundraising and Communications Manager will be responsible for establishing funding strategy, liaising with donors, donor research, monitor the funding requirements of the organisation and identify and develop new sources of income and suitable donors in order to maximise external funding for programs. Primary responsibilities include the institutional fundraising and resource development; external communications; advocacy; cultivating and maintaining relationships with partner agencies, donors and other stakeholders; participating in the representation of the organization in various arenas; and serving as member of the Management Team of CED.

The position will report to CED Executive Director and will be based in Nairobi, Kenya with frequent travel to Somalia.

Key responsibilities:

1. Develop, implement and review comprehensive fundraising strategies and plans to ensure clear and achievable fundraising objectives; and positive and effective relationships with the donors.
2. Ensure that the fundraising strategy of CED is adequately diversified and includes tactics in specific areas such as major donors; web based giving, foundations, corporate support, etc.
3. Research and identify new donors and opportunities for fundraising with institutional donors and private foundations and support the development of funding relations.
4. Develop and manage successful relationship with existing and potential donors.
5. Provide regular reporting on the progress of fundraising plan and budget.
6. Identify and develop opportunities to increase income and improve cost efficiency on an ongoing bases.
7. Advise the Executive Director on new funding opportunities and develop high quality concept papers and proposals for submission to donors.
8. Work with CED senior staff to ensure a strong, consistent advocacy voice in a variety of strategic settings (Inter agencies, NGOs, Clusters, etc.) to advance CED’s issue areas and to develop business opportunities.
9. Participate in and Represent CED in donor and other external meetings, UN Clusters, International Agencies, donors and other technical and coordination meetings on behalf of CED.
10. Assist CED in advocacy, lobbying, policy and campaigns, project funding, fund-raising and donor compliance.
11. Prepare and design high quality concept papers, project proposals and identify sources of funding for new programs.
12. Provide a quality check by evaluating concept notes and proposals on consistency, completeness, presentation, relevance to the donor and on the correct compliance with the donor’s demands. To assist if needed in drafting and editing project/programme proposals in coordination with progamme staff;
13. Advise and provide guidance, including (on-the-job) training to program staff on the process of developing high quality project proposals, resource mobilisation and report writing that are relevant to CED and to the donor and meet its requirements;
14. Collect, manage, analyse and present information in order to meet the donor requirements as a grant is obtained as well as to give inputs to the CED management cycle and any other demand for information (i.e. for CED news bulletin).
15. Disseminate information to CED senior management on funding opportunities and donor compliance.
16. Ensure systems are in place to manage donor relations including narrative and financial reporting and marketing database.
17. Ensure collection of information, synthesis and production of good fundraising and advocacy materials aiming at promoting CED’s work to the donors
18. Work with the Communications and Media officer to ensure production of wide range of information such as reports, newsletters, website, publications, leaflets, DVDs, videos reports etc in order to help CED to carry out effective fund raising and advocacy activities.
19. Work with local and international media to raise CED's profile in local and international media in order to support fundraising actions.
20. Support the advancement of CED mission through the nurturing of existing relationships associated with current Programs and through the establishment and strengthening of new partnerships to enhance the role of CED in humanitarian relief and development work
21. Participate as appropriate in the representation of CED in varies forms such as national and international conferences, partner and donor agency meetings, etc.
22. Make presentations to select potential major donors and establish and maintain excellent relations with key donors.
23. Serve effectively as a member of the Management Team, communicating and consulting on personnel, programmatic, financial and other issues related to Program development and management
24. Establish a comprehensive and timely reporting schedule across the organization to anchor communications, fund-raising, and advocacy strategies.
25. Undertake appropriate domestic or international travel to accomplish the responsibilities of the position.

Required Skills and experience

1. Advanced University degree in communications, public relations international development, humanitarian affairs, international relations, social or political science or other relevant area.
2. At least 5 years proven experience in communications and fundraising.
3. Experience of fundraising in civil society/International and Local NGO
4. Experience of project design, project management cycle, participatory appraisal techniques, and financial and budget management.
5. Proven track record of securing donor funds and managing donor relationships.
6. Considerable experience on writing high quality concept notes, proposals and reports and ability to deliver presentations to potential funders.
7. Relationship building and Networking skills
8. Strong experience in fund-raising and partnerships strategies.
9. Experience in raising institutional funding.
10. Experience in planning budgets
11. Good information management and analyses of information.

Languages

Fluency in written and spoken English is essential.

General Skills

1. Leadership and motivation skills
2. Excellent written and verbal communications skills with the ability to sell ideas and negotiate.
3. Proficiency in the use of computer software, especially Microsoft office.
4. Excellent organizational skills and the ability to prioritize workloads effectively to meet tight deadlines
5. Excellent problem solving skills
6. Strong planning and analytical skills
7. Excellent team player
8. Good Research skills

HOW TO APPLY:

To apply for the post please submit your application and detailed CV. Each applicant package will include the following:

1. Cover letter explaining why consider yourself qualified for this position with the applicants current contact information
2. CV including work experience and education
3. Copies of Certificates
4. Your contact number, present salary and contact details for three professional referees with their complete contact information (including current or most recent supervisor)

All applications should be sent to (email: recruitment.ced@gmail.com) Att: Human Resource Department with the subject of the e-mail marked “Fundraising and Communications Manager ” By January 31th 2016.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted and invited for interviews.
CED is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified female candidates are encouraged to apply.

Human Rights Protection Officer

Background on CED.

Centre for Education and Development (CED), Somalia is a non-governmental humanitarian and development organization working in Somalia. CED responds to emergency and development needs in Somalia and assists Somali communities towards self-reliance. CED works with poor local communities through sustainable community development programs to overcome ignorance, hunger, injustice and inequality.

CED is seeking a dynamic, innovative and self-motivated professional to fill the position of Human Rights Protection Officer.

Job Title : Human Rights Protection Officer - Full Time

Location : Mogadishu, Somalia with frequent travel to Project Sites in Somalia

Reports To : Programme Manager

Job Summary

A human rights protection officer (HRPO) trains communities and local institutions on human rights and how to redress violations of the civil, social, cultural and political rights basic to Somalis under the Human Rights and Civic Education project. The positions works closely with the Human Rights monitoring and evaluation officer and is responsible for all protection issues to mitigate or redress violations. The position also works closely with human rights legal experts recruited for short-term assignments under the project.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Training on Human rights protection based on:
   • Gathering information on human rights violations in the project areas
   • Visiting victims of human rights violations to gather facts
   • Interacting with government leaders and attending trials to follow-up on redress mechanisms of each reported cases
2. Implementation
   • Prepare a detailed implementation plan (DIP) based on project’s logic of implementation and use it to guide the timely and quality project implementation
   • Establish 12 community based dispute resolution institutions (CBDRIs) spread across the five priority regions targeted under the project for capacity building on delivering fair and affordable justice
   • Train 12 CBDRIs on:
    the legal provisions in the constitution and how to resolve conflicts in line with the law
    application, observance and enforcement of customary law
    monitoring the security services in their observance of the law and provide feedback that would contribute in reforming the security services
   • Mobilise and motivate CBDRIs and other regional stakeholders to form coalition of stakeholders canvasing for reforms and protection of human rights
   • Match CBDRIs with Human rights experts and monitor capacity transfer by experts to the CBDRIs
   • Help establish children and women protection teams, document the violations and fast track action by either the CBDRIs or refer the case to formal justice
   • Coordinate provision of Legal aid to the victims of human rights violations so that they can assess justice.
   • Coordinate with and work with other team members to provide psycho-social support to the victims of human rights violations
   • Regularly carry out survey of the capacity and the level of competency of the CBDRIs and the action teams in managing SGBV cases and respect for human rights particularly women and children rights and use this information to implement a capacity development plan.
   • Ensure timely implementation of project activities as per work plans developed and report any variations and possibility for activities disruption
   • Guide in the formation and strengthening of community based institutions protecting human rights
   • Work with local leaders and groups in ensuring that the project benefits are realized while ensuring you maintain ‘do-no-harm ‘principle
   • Receive and investigate complaints of human rights, for such abuses as discrimination of minorities or women, unjust imprisonment, violence against children, and intolerance to certain groups.
   • Intervene with the authorities on behalf of victims.
   • Work with other local and international organizations dealing with human rights issues
   • Assist in the compilation and dispatch of project monthly reports.
   • Maintain a filing system for general human rights activities.
   • Provide feedback to MEAL officer on human rights incidences and actions progress

Expected qualities/other responsibilities
• The job is demanding and involves coordination and interaction with different stakeholders, this calls for good interpersonal relations
• Self-driven and committed to work assigned
• Provide monthly project reports on activities implemented.
• Support in the development of promotional materials, project stories quarterly reports.
• Represent the organization in coordination meetings at the field level.

Required Experience and Qualifications.

1. A degree in law, human rights, public administration or other relevant field is generally required
2. A minimum of three (3) years experience in human rights campaign and in the field of human rights and NGOs.
3. Experience in conducting Trainings on Human rights protection
4. Strong skills in writing proposals and reports.
5. Experience and knowledge of civic education and human rights
6. Demonstrated experience in developing assessment tools(e.g. questionnaire, focus group discussions).
7. Demonstrated experience in managing data bases, and knowledge in data analyses.
8. Strong ability to work with team and work independently and meet tight deadlines.
9. Previous experience in Somalia is an asset.
10. Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages. experience in handing web based management systems.
11. Ability to live and work in a remote post for extended periods.
12. Understanding of the political, social and cultural context in Somalia and a strong interest in working in the country.
13. Demonstrated statistical survey, analysis, and presentation skills.
14. Ability to produce high quality legal documentation.
15. Excellent presentation and communication skills

HOW TO APPLY:

If you are interested and meet the criteria herein please submit your motivation letter and detailed CV. Each applicant package will include the following:

1. Motivation letter explaining why consider yourself qualified for this position with the applicants current contact information
2. CV including work experience and education
3. Copies of Certificates
4. Your contact number, present salary and contact details for three professional referees with their complete contact information (including current or most recent supervisor)

All applications should be sent to (email: recruitment.ced@gmail.com)Att: Human Resource Department with the subject of the e-mail marked “ Human Rights Protection Officer” By January 31th 2016. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will have their applications acknowledged.

CED is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified female candidates are encouraged to apply.