ASSOCIATE DISARMAMENT DEMOBILIZATION & REINTEGRATION OFFICER (DDR OFFICER)

• Contributes in the development, implementation and evaluation of DDR activities in assigned region in accordance with system-wide principles and guidance, and the mandate of the Mission in particular.

• Carries out basic research and analysis on selected aspects of the DDR programme, including operations and other related subjects and activities, e.g. reviews relevant documents and reports; collects, analyses and presents statistical data and other information gathered from diverse sources; identifies problems and issues to be addressed and recommends corrective actions; liaises with relevant parties; identifies and tracks follow-up actions.

• Contributes to the monitoring of DDR activities, undertakes periodic reviews of DDR operations to assess effectiveness and efficiency, achievement of results and procedural compliance.

• Maintains awareness of current DDR issues, including relevant political, policy and gender considerations; monitors and assesses the political situation in assigned area of responsibility as required.

• Participates in discussions with the Mission’s civilian, military and other components, as well as with international and national partners on DDR activities.

• Contributes to the preparation of various written outputs, e.g. draft background papers, analytical notes, sections of reports and studies, manuals on standards and procedures, inputs to publications, etc.

• Provides administrative and substantive support to consultative and other meetings, conferences, including the preparation of background documents and presentations, handling logistics, etc.

• Undertakes outreach activities; participates in the development and delivery of training workshops, seminars, and induction courses on assigned topics/activities.

• Organizes field visits for high-level UN officials; participates in field visits to review implementation of various DDR programmes/activities, including provision of substantive and administrative support.

• Performs other related duties as required. _ M

HOW TO APPLY:

Qualified candidates may submit their applications including their United Nations Personal History form (P.11) to the address mentioned below on or before the deadline. The P.11 is on thehttps://unsos.unmissions.org/jobs. Applications submitted after the deadline 12 September 2016 will not be accepted. CVs will not be accepted.

Email: recruitment-unsoa@un.org

Please quote, Vacancy Announcement Number and Functional Title in the subject of the e-mail

Kindly attach a copy of P11, Degree Certificate, NISA Certificate, CID Certificate, Passport and or National Identification Card. These are required as part of your application for consideration of eligibilty.

Communication and Advocacy Campaigns on Child Rights: LRPS-2016-9127249

1.0 PROCEDURES AND RULES

UNICEF is the agency of the United Nations mandated to advocate for the protection of children’s rights, to help meet their basic needs and to expand their opportunities to reach their full potential. Guided by the Convention on the Rights of the Child UNICEF strives to establish children’s rights as international standards of behavior towards children. UNICEF’s role is to mobilize political will and material resources to help countries ensure a “first call for children". UNICEF is committed to ensuring special protection for the most disadvantaged children.

UNICEF carries out its work through its headquarters in New York, 8 regional offices and 125 country offices world-wide. UNICEF also has a research Centre in Florence, a supply operation based in Copenhagen and offices in Tokyo and Brussels. UNICEF’s 37 committees raise funds and spread awareness about the organizations mission and work.

1.2 PURPOSE OF THE RFP

The purpose of this RFP is to invite proposals from qualified institutions with experience in child rights and communication/advocacy campaigns, and the ability to organize such campaigns in Somalia.

1.3 FORECAST SCHEDULE

The schedule of the contractual process is as follows:

Closing date and time for submission of full proposal: 16/09/2016 at 10.00 a.m. Nairobi Time.

b) Award Notice: To be determined

c) Signature of contract: To be determined

1.4 RFP CHANGE POLICY

All requests for formal clarification or queries on this RFP must be submitted in writing via email tosomsupply@unicef.org prior to the closing date and time on: 08/09/2016 at 4.30 p.m. Nairobi Time.** Please make sure that the e-mail mentions the RFP reference number.

Only written inquiries will be accepted. Please be informed that if the question is of common interest, answers will be shared with all potential RFP bidders.

Erasures or other corrections in the proposal must be explained and the signature of the applicant shown alongside. All changes to a proposal must be received prior to the closing time and date. It must be clearly indicated that it is a modification and supersedes the earlier proposal, or state the changes from the original proposal. Proposals may be withdrawn on written request received from bidders prior to the opening time and date. Bidders are expected to examine all instructions pertaining to the work. Failure to do so will be at bidder’s own risk and disadvantage.

1.5 RFP RESPONSE FORMAT

Full proposals should be submitted in English and must be received not later than 16/09/2016 by 10.30 a.m. Nairobi Time.** Proposals received after the stipulated date and time will be invalidated.

The proposals should be submitted as follows:-

· Sealed Envelope 1: Technical proposal only without mention of the budget – the envelope should be clearly marked with “RFP No.; Name of Company; Technical Proposal”.

· Sealed Envelope 2: Financial Proposal - the envelope should be clearly marked with “RFP No.; Name of Company; Financial Proposal”.

· Sealed Envelope 3: Outer envelope containing the individual envelopes for Technical & Financial proposals – the envelope should be clearly marked with “RFP No.; Company Name”.

· Please remember to sign the “Request for Proposal for Services Form” on Page 3 of the RFP document and return together with the proposal.

Note: Proposals not submitted in this manner will be invalidated.

BIDS may be hand-delivered or sent by Courier to:-

UNICEF SOMALIA SUPPORT CENTRE OFFICE,

UN GIGIRI COMPLEX, BLOCK Q, GROUND FLOOR

P.O. Box 44145-00100

Nairobi

Bidders are requested to provide details (Name/ID No.) of the persons delivering a day in advance by sending an email to somsupply@unicef.org to facilitate clearance to enter the UN complex.

Due to the nature of this RFP, there will be no public opening of proposals and responsible officers will open technical proposals when the specified time has arrived.

1.6 BIDDER RESPONSE

1.6.1 Formal submission requirements

The formal submission requirements as outlined in this Request for Proposal must be followed, e.g. regarding form and timing of submission, marking of the envelopes, no price information in the technical proposal, etc.

1.6.2 Mandatory criteria

All mandatory (i.e. must/have to/shall/should/will) criteria mentioned throughout this Request for Proposal have to be addressed and met in your proposal.

All references to descriptive materials should be included in the appropriate response paragraph, though the material/documents themselves may be provided as annexes to the proposal/response.

It is important that you read all of the provisions of the request for proposal, to ensure that you understand UNICEF’s requirements and can submit a proposal in compliance with them. The bidder must also provide sufficient information in the proposal to address each area of the Proposal Evaluation to allow the evaluation team to make a fair assessment of the candidates and their proposal. Note that failure to provide compliant proposals may result in invalidation of your proposal.

1.7 CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION

Information, which the bidder considers proprietary, should be clearly marked "proprietary", if any, next to the relevant part of the text, and UNICEF will treat such information accordingly.

1.8 RIGHTS OF UNICEF

UNICEF reserves the right to accept any proposal, in whole or in part; or, to reject any or all proposals. UNICEF reserves the right to invalidate any Proposal received from a Bidder who has previously failed to perform properly or complete contracts on time, or a Proposal received from a Bidder who, in the opinion of UNICEF, is not in a position to perform the contract. UNICEF shall not be held responsible for any cost incurred by the Bidder in preparing the response to this Request for Proposal. The Bidder agrees to be bound by the decision of UNICEF as to whether her/his proposal meets the requirements stated in this Request for Proposal. Specifically, UNICEF reserves the right to:

· Contact any or all references supplied by the bidder(s);

· Request additional supporting or supplementary data (from the bidder(s));

· Arrange interviews with the bidder(s);

· Reject any or all proposals submitted;

· Accept any proposals in whole or in part;

· Negotiate with the service provider(s) who has/have attained the best rating/ranking, i.e. the one(s) providing the overall best value proposal(s);

· Contract any number of candidates as required to achieve the overall evaluation objectives.

1.8.1 Validity

Proposal must be valid for a minimum of ninety (90) days from the date of opening of this RFP and must be signed by all candidates included in the submission. For proposals from institutions, the proposal must also be signed by an authorized representative of the institution. Bidders are requested to indicate the validity period of their proposal in the Proposal Form. UNICEF may also request for an extension of the validity of the proposal.

1.8.2 Insurance Clause

The contractor will be wholly responsible for their staff and must make the necessary arrangements and payments with the relevant companies for Health Insurance and Medical Evacuation etc.

1.9 PROPOSAL EVALUTION

1.9.1 Evaluation of the Proposal

In making the final decision, UNICEF considers both technical and financial aspects. The Evaluation Team first reviews the technical aspect of the offer followed by the review of the financial offer of the technically compliant vendors.

Proposals will be evaluated against the following two elements:

1.9.2 Technical Proposal:

The technical proposal should address all aspects and criteria outlined in this Request for Proposal.

Scoring Criteria

The Technical Proposals will be evaluated against the following:

a) Completeness of Proposal: 10

· Clarity and responsiveness of the proposal against the requirements in the RFP: (5)

· A well written proposal showing the organization’s understanding of the key tasks and a technically sound and logical way of undertaking the tasks as well as approaches to dealing with any challenges that may arise: 5

b) Demonstrated experience with similar projects: 15

· Demonstrated ability to operate in different, accessible areas of Somalia numbers and types of projects conducted by the institution in Somalia over past 4 years, including evidence of Somali networks and contacts

c) Relevant experience of key staff assigned: 15

· Staff with practical experience in: (10)

o Project management

o Design and implementation of advocacy campaign activities including events

o Experience in media campaigns

o Relevant CVs provided

· Depth of capacity available (numbers of staff/consultants): (5)

o Organogram detailing staff organizational structure.

o List of any proposed sub-contractors to be used-

d) Proposed methodology and approach 30

· Proposed methodology, target audience and proposed invitees, type of events, when and where to be carried out: (15)

· Proposed methodology for media campaign – audience, outlets, channels and partners – monitoring and evaluation: (15)

Total Technical: 70 points. Only proposals which receive a minimum of 50 points will be considered further

1.9.3 PRICE PROPOSAL (30 points)

Please list all major cost components – outputs, activities described in the Technical Proposal, and the detailed breakdown of such costs using the budget template (this will be provided to bidders when they request for the full bid document).

The total amount of points allocated for the price component is 30. The maximum number of points will be allotted to the lowest price proposal that is opened and compared among those invited firms/institutions which obtain the threshold points in the evaluation of the technical component. All other price proposals will receive points in inverse proportion to the lowest price.

Score for price proposal X = Max.score for price proposal x Price of lowest priced proposal/Price of proposal X.

2.0 TERMS OF REFERENCE

COMMUNICATION AND ADVOCACY CAMPAIGNS ON CHILD RIGHTS

Background

In October 2015, Somalia joined the rest of the world and became the latest - 196th country - to ratify the Convention on the Rights of the Child (CRC). By ratifying the CRC, the Somali Government has committed itself to protecting and fulfilling children's rights, and be accountable before the international community. It has committed itself to undertaking all actions and developing policies to ensure that the best interests of the child are well looked after.

The ground-breaking development offers UNICEF a great window of opportunity to advocate for children’s rights. UNICEF supports the Government in the implementation process, making sure that the principles of the CRC are well reflected in the Somali policy and law. One of the key initiatives is to help raise awareness of the CRC among stakeholders and advocate for adequate and timely actions to ensure its implementation.

UNICEF Somalia would therefore like to hire a service provider with experience in child rights and communication/advocacy campaigns, and the ability to organize such campaigns in Somalia.

Scope of work

UNICEF is looking for a service provider to design and undertake the campaigns inside Somalia. The campaign will focus on nine different themes/subjects, including a general introduction to the Convention on the Rights of the Child, education, health, nutrition, child participation, birth registration, violence and abuse, child labour, and former child soldiers. One theme will be chosen to cover every two months starting in October.

The chosen party will organize two or more events on the chosen theme within a two month timeframe in different locations across the country. These could include a launch of a relevant report or data, a forum of experts with audience, a community dialogue but should be accompanied by publicity and materials including social media to ensure wide coverage of the event. The chosen party will also ensure that during the two months, there is more general publicity through the media, social media and other fora on the chosen subject.

The chosen party will handle all aspects of the process in liaison with UNICEF Somalia, starting from strategizing to organizing events around the chosen theme and media coverage, producing campaign materials and Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E). Some specific tasks include, but not limited to: selecting the appropriate type of event and location, identifying and inviting guest speakers and participants; generating publicity/media coverage; producing campaign materials and providing social media. A summary and analytical report at the end of the campaigns is expected, as is an M&E plan.

If security permits, the campaigns should to be carried out in all three regions of Somalia – South Central, Puntland and Somaliland. And they must be appropriate to the Somali social, economic and cultural context.

End Product

a. Campaign plan/strategy

b. Communication/advocacy products

c. Stakeholders are engaged through proper communication tools and channels

d. Planned events successfully organized

e. Summary and analytical report following each campaign

f. M&E plan

Conditions

a. The contractor shall handle all aspects of the campaigns. UNICEF will give strategic guidance, but will not be involved in the operations, including human resources, logistics and administrations of the campaigns. Cost of such should be included in the price proposal, in addition to the cost of professional services.

b. Payment is made as lump sum upon receipt of an invoice, and deliverables that meet UNICEF’s quality standards.

Qualifications

a. Expertise in Communication, Advocacy, and some knowledge of Human Rights, Somali and International Law

b. Experience in design and organizing campaigns, especially inside Somalia

c. Capacity to produce high quality communication/advocacy materials

d. Capacity to utilize traditional and new communication tools and channels

e. Knowledge of Somali social, economic and cultural context

f. Knowledge of child rights, the unique challenges facing Somali children, and the latest trends in development and humanitarian aid for Somalia and beyond

g. A good understanding of Somali media landscape and how people receive information

h. Ability to assimilate and communicate complex messages in an engaging manner

i. Familiarity with UNICEF’s mandate and work

j. Respect culture diversity, especially cultural norms of Somalia

Contract Duration

20 months

Terms of Payment

As per the agreed upon rate sheet, payments will be made by UNICEF upon submission of invoices, and deliverables that meet UNICEF’s quality standards.

HOW TO APPLY:

RFP RESPONSE FORMAT

Full proposals should be submitted in English and must be received not later than 16/09/2016 by 10.30 a.m. Nairobi Time. Proposals received after the stipulated date and time will be invalidated.

The proposals should be submitted as follows:-

· Sealed Envelope 1: Technical proposal only without mention of the budget – the envelope should be clearly marked with “RFP No.; Name of Company; Technical Proposal”.

· Sealed Envelope 2: Financial Proposal - the envelope should be clearly marked with “RFP No.; Name of Company; Financial Proposal”.

· Sealed Envelope 3: Outer envelope containing the individual envelopes for Technical & Financial proposals – the envelope should be clearly marked with “RFP No.; Company Name”.

· Please remember to sign the “Request for Proposal for Services Form” on Page 3 of the RFP document and return together with the proposal.

Note: Proposals not submitted in this manner will be invalidated.

BIDS may be hand-delivered or sent by Courier to:-

UNICEF SOMALIA SUPPORT CENTRE OFFICE,

UN GIGIRI COMPLEX, BLOCK Q, GROUND FLOOR

P.O. Box 44145-00100

Nairobi

Bidders are requested to provide details (Name/ID No.) of the persons delivering a day in advance by sending an email to somsupply@unicef.org to facilitate clearance to enter the UN complex.

Due to the nature of this RFP, there will be no public opening of proposals and responsible officers will open technical proposals when the specified time has arrived. u

Proposal Development-Intern

Organizational Profile in Summary:

The Somaliland Youth Development and Voluntary Organization (SOYDAVO) were established as a non-governmental organization in 2003 under the NGO Coordination Act of Somaliland. Our headquarters is located in the city of Burao, with regional satellite offices in Erigavo, Las-anod, and Oodweyne. Our target beneficiaries are the vulnerable and marginalized communities of Somaliland in the Togdheer, Sanaag, and Sool regions; with our main priority being the improvement of their economic and social well-being.

Job Summary:

The Grant Writer Intern is primarily responsible for developing and writing grant proposals to foundations and other grant-making organizations, and will persuasively communicate SOYDAVO’s mission and programs to potential funders. Reporting to the Executive Director, the Grant Writer will assemble and submit grant requests, establish and maintain personal contact and relationships with foundation contacts, conduct prospect research, and maintain a calendar of submissions and other deadlines.

Responsibilities include

Ø Developing and writing grant proposals to foundations and other grant-making organizations, persuasively communicating the organization’s mission and programs to potential funders;

Ø Assembling and submitting grant requests, including letters, proposals, budgets, and presentations;

Ø Establishing and maintaining personal contact and relationships with foundation contacts and program officers;

Ø Ensuring prompt acknowledgement of foundation endowments;

Ø Maintaining calendar to ensure timely submission of letters of inquiry, proposal deadlines, and reports;

Ø Conducting prospect research;

Ø Prioritizing projects to keep multiple projects moving in a timely manner, meet deadlines and manage supplemental material required for proposals’

Ø Providing writing support for major donor and individual contribution letters and acknowledgements.

Ø Responsible for staff capacity building including writing grants, communication and reporting skills

Ø Work with the Communications and Reporting office to ensure production of wide range of information such as publications, leaflets, DVDs, videos reports etc in order to help SOYDAVO to carry out effective fund raising and advocacy activities.

Ø Ensure proper office documentations as well as filling and editing organizational policies, resolutions and manuals for the organization

Qualifications

ü The successful candidate will be able to craft funding proposals in a clear and compelling manner

ü Excellent writing, analytical, and research skills are essential.

ü Candidates must be self-motivated, detail oriented, and highly-organized, and have experience using online databases and other sources to locate biographical, financial, and philanthropic information.

ü A high level of computer literacy required, including familiarity with Raisers Edge and Foundation Center databases.

ü Candidates must possess an ability to work well under pressure and the ability to seek and synthesize information and communicate in a compelling and succinct form.

ü A solid understanding of budgets as they relate to proposals and grants, a minimum Bachelor’s degree, and 2 -4 years of relevant experience are required.

HOW TO APPLY:

How to apply:

Please submit a cover letter, resume, and 2 references to soydavo2003@yahoo.com or admin@soydavo.org.
Only those whose applications are being considered will be contacted. No phone calls please. Stipend according to experience will be provided. SOYDAVO is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to gender, race, color, religion, creed, national origin, age, disability, and so on.

Renewable Energy Engineer (Short term consultant)

Position: Renewable Energy Engineer (Short term consultant)

Reports to: Country Director

Location: Based in Mogadishu, with frequent travel to field sites (Balet Hawa and Baletwayne)

Duration: 3 months (with possibility of extension)

Start Date: September 2016

ABOUT RI: Relief International (RI) is a leading global change organization and home to teams of humanitarian activist-professionals committed to transforming adversity into renewal for the world’s most vulnerable populations. By partnering with beneficiaries and communities on the front-lines, RI innovatively bridges the gap between immediate relief and long-term community development.

SUMMARY: RI is planning to begin implementation of renewable energy activities in September 2016, thus is looking for a Renewable Energy Engineer to support this work as a consultant. This position focuses on activities related to solar energy for water reuse for agricultural purposes and WASH which will enhance the financial resilience of households by reducing utility costs. The Renewable Energy Engineer is expected to provide technical knowledge, skills and advice in ensuring quality in renewable energy activities. He/she is expected to have extensive experience in solar energy, waste water reuse and rainwater harvesting.

POSITION DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Program Management and Evaluation:

• Liaise with local contractors/partners and communities on project implementation and provide supervision;
• Prepare daily progress reports outlining project activities
• Work closely with procurement department for ordering key supplies.
• Prepare detailed technical designs and estimates related to construction

Representation: Represent Relief International (RI) in meetings with community and government representative.
Advocacy and Communication: Coordinate with RI’s Communications Team in publishing a manual, guidelines and success stories on the adaptation of renewable energy solutions within targeted communities and the impact of RI’s intervention in those communities.
Financial Management: Monitor construction/implementation expenses according to required quantities, project budget and RI financial procedures. Prepare contractors’/suppliers’ invoices within the required timeframe and budget.
Senior Management Leadership: Assist the project team in all relevant activities and provide program updates to the Country Director upon request.
Human Resource Management: Identify the capacity of contractors and suppliers in supporting renewable energy solutions. Identify the capacity of community members to participate in project implementation.
Other Duties: Participate in project planning including designing BOQs, TORs and project schedules for renewable energy interventions. Evaluate the interventions and provide feedback and recommendations to RI.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:

• At least two years of experience in renewable energy/solar, water and environmental engineering;
• One-year experience working with NGOs is required;
• University degree in mechanical, water and environment, renewable energy engineering or related fields;

Knowledge & Skills:

• Water, environment and renewable energy skills;
• Renewable energy/Solar energy modelling tools and design;
• Water Resource Management;
• Excellent English communication skills (oral and written);
• Ability to interact with local partners and beneficiaries;
• Ability to conduct trainings for beneficiaries.

To apply:

Qualified and interested candidates are encouraged to apply via the website below:

The deadline for applications is 15th September 2016, with applications reviewed as they are received. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

HOW TO APPLY:

Please visit: http://chp.tbe.taleo.net/chp01/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=RI&cws=4&...

Area Manager (Programmes) Somaliland

Reference:

VR/AM/SA

Country:

Somalia

Job Title:

Area Manager – Somaliland

Contract Grade: B

Contract Length: 2 years

Date Needed By: 1st October 2016

New Post or Replacement: Replacement

Accompanied / Unaccompanied: Unaccompanied

Exact Job Location: Hargeisa, Somaliland

Reports To: Programmes Director (PD)

Responsible For: An Operations Coordinator (Somaliland), Two Field Coordinators, Senior project officers and Field Officers

Liaises With: Finance team, WASH Advisor, M&E Unit, Grants and Information Manager, , Education Advisor, Systems Director (SD), Emergency Programme Manager, Logistics team in Nairobi, HR Manager.

Job Purpose:

1. This role is responsible for the management and strategic oversight of the IAPF programme in Somaliland and Mogadishu. Concern currently runs an integrated Development Programme (Food, Income and Markets (FIM) and WASH) with a plan to expand, depending on funding. Irish Aid funds bulk of the integrated programme in Somaliland together with an urban programme in Mogadishu. From January onwards, the two programme components will form a single programme to be managed by the Area Manager. The Area Manager’s responsibility will also include the day to day management of operations through a national Operations Coordinator. This will include overseeing effective and efficient support functions of logistics, finance and administration. This will be done in close coordination with the Systems Director, Finance and HR Managers.

2. Main Duties & Responsibilities:

1.1 General

· As a member of the senior management team, contribute to the Somalia/Somaliland Programme’s decision-making processes and strategic management of the programme.

· Conduct performance development reviews for staff under supervision in a timely manner.

· Monitor direct report performance based on agreed job descriptions and ensure their compliance with all Concern policies.

· Identify training needs for staff and provide the training necessary for the delivery of a high quality integrated programme through technical support training and advice.

· Ensure staff comply with the Programme Participants Protection Policy (P4), code of contact (CoC) and security procedures.

· Ensure the programme staff in Somaliland develops and maintains capacity to respond to emergencies.

· Monitor the humanitarian situation within Somaliland, Concern’s operational areas in particular, and make recommendations to the SMT for action.

· Represent Concern with government departments, UN agencies, private sector partners and NGO fora in Somaliland.

· Any other relevant duties as may reasonably be requested by the PD or the Country Director.

1.2.2 Programme Management and Development

· In liaison with the WASH Advisor and other relevant PMs, lead the team in implementing Concern’s Country Strategic Plan in Somaliland.

· Lead the development, implementation, monitoring and reporting of Concern’s IAPF programme in Somaliland and in Mogadishu.

· In consultation with the CD, PD, SD, technical advisors and Finance Team, Lead the preparation of the program budget collaboratively with program and finance staff.

· Track and manage project budgets and ensure expenditure is in line with agreed project plans and budget and submit budget revisions on time.

· Review the management accounts and donor allocations and respond to Finance team within the set deadlines.

· In conjunction with the Grants and Information Manager and Emergency Programme Manager and in consultation with the PD, explore opportunities to expand the programme and reach more vulnerable populations.

· Work with the Grants and Information Manager to identify funding opportunities.

· Line-manage Field Coordinators in Gabiley and Mogadishu, and others as required.

· Through the PD, liaise with the WASH, Education and other Technical Advisors to ensure the team in Somaliland and partner staff in Mogadishu receive sufficient technical support.

· Support programme staff and the M&E unit in the implementation of the M&E systems and the regular review of information to enable programme decisions and ensure continuous learning.

· Develop the programmes under your responsibility in line with Concern’s global policies, country strategic plan and PCMS.

· Support field staff to actively manage on-going relations with project participants and address any potential constraints in a timely manner.

· Roll out downward accountability systems including a complaints response mechanism, across all Somaliland programme locations.

· Undertake regular monitoring and support visits to programme sites, providing feedback to managers and staff and closely follow-up on recommendations.

· Facilitate programme planning annually and quarterly; support the development of work plans and ensure both output databases and work plans are regularly updated.

· Work with the Grants & Information Manager to ensure that monthly and annual reports and donor reports are submitted on time and in the correct format.

· Ensure cross-cutting themes are mainstreamed appropriately across Concern’s Somaliland programme.

· Take responsibility for the timely submission of high quality donor reports and proposals

· Identify and develop strategies for working with local CBOs.

· Continuously monitor humanitarian situation in Concern’s areas of operation, and share relevant information with the Emergency Programme Manager and the Programme Director.

· Be available to support or manage emergency responses when requested so by the PD/CD.

1.2.4 Systems development and management

· Through Operations Coordinator, assume overall responsibility of managing Hargeisa and Gabiley offices

· Ensure the Operations Coordinator, reviews, develops and maintains systems that support effective and efficient implementation of a quality program.

· Line-manage Operations Coordinator

· In consultation with HR, ensure sufficient human resources for the program and support in recruitment, retention and succession planning.

· Oversee compliance to Concern and donors policies, procedures and procurements requirements.

· Ensure that the Operations Coordinator keeps the Security Management plan (SMP) up to date, rolls out and oversees its implementation.

1.2.5 Project Documentation

· Contribute to the development of organisational learning through information sharing with other Concern fields and SAL where applicable.

· Support the documentation of success cases and disseminate learning within the country programme and organisation.

1.2.6 Coordination

§ Participate proactively in relevant coordination and sectoral meetings and continuously engage with UN, NGOs and other key actors in our areas of operations.

§ Engage with the line ministries in Somalia/Somaliland.

§ Share information on Concern activities and intervention and promote good relations and collaboration with other actors.

§ Ensure that relevant coordination matrixes are updated regularly and shared as necessary.

1.2.7 Other:

§ Ensure team members are aware of core Concern policies and procedures relevant to their work, and with the support of others, carry out regular briefings on these policies, including the P4, accountability etc.

§ Support the Emergency Programme Manager for the effective and efficient management of the programme operations.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

ESSENTIAL

Education, Qualifications & Experience Required:

· Degree in Development related discipline;

· At least 5 years’ experience in NGO development work, at least 2 of which in a similar management level position;

· Specific expertise in at least two of the following areas: community development, food security, dry land agriculture, watershed management, natural resource management, community based disaster management/risk reduction, capacity building, working with partners

· Experience of budget development and financial management

· A proven track record in Participatory Programme Cycle Management Systems (PCMS) or similar

· Familiar with logistics, HR, Finance, and administrative processes.

· Experience of working in an insecure environment

· Good negotiation skills and ability to interact with government/other authorities at all levels

· Ability to mentor, support and train staff

· Fluency in English, spoken and written

· Excellent report and proposal writing skills

· Flexibility

· Ability to motivate a team

· Facilitation and interpersonal skills

· Analytical and problem solving skills.

Special Skills, Aptitude or Personality Requirements:

· Ability to work both as part of a team and on own initiative, be a self-starter, and work with minimal supervision.

· Ability to get on with people and get the best out of them.

· Ability to organize and prioritize workload, using initiative when appropriate.

DESIRABLE

· Management qualification;

· Knowledge of Somalia/ Somaliland;

· M&E knowledge and experience, specifically designing and conducting surveys and analysing data;

· Knowledge of Concern internal systems.

All applications should be submitted through our website at https://jobs.concern.net by closing date 10thSeptember 2016. CV’s should be no more than 4 pages in length.

Due to the urgency of this position, applications will be short listed on a regular basis and we may offer posts before the closing date.

Concern Worldwide is an Irish-based non-governmental, international, humanitarian organisation dedicated to the reduction of suffering and working towards the ultimate elimination of extreme poverty in the world’s poorest countries.

Concern has a Staff Code of Conduct and a Programme Participant Protection Policy which have been developed to ensure the maximum protection of programme participants from exploitation and to clarify the responsibilities of Concern staff, consultants, visitors to the programme and partner organization, and the standards of behaviour expected of them. In this context staff have a responsibility to the organization to strive for, and maintain, the highest standards in the day-to-day conduct in their workplace in accordance with Concern’s core values and mission. Any candidate offered a job with Concern Worldwide will be expected to sign the Programme Participant Protection Policy and the Concern Staff Code of Conduct as an appendix to their contract of employment. By signing the Programme Participant Protection Policy and the Concern Staff Code of Conduct candidates acknowledge that they have understood the contents of both the Concern Staff Code of Conduct and the Programme Participant Protection Policy and agree to conduct themselves in accordance with the provisions of these two documents.

Concern receives a substantial amount of funding from external donors each year. Increasingly donors are introducing requirements whereby future funding is conditional on Concern ensuring that the names of any new employee or volunteer do not appear on terrorism lists generated by the European Union (List of person, groups and entities to which Regulation (EC No. 2580/2001 applies), the US Government (Office of Foreign Assets Control list of specially designated Nationals and Blocked Persons) and the United Nations (Consolidated List). Any offer of employment (either paid or voluntary) with Concern Worldwide will not be made pending a clearance check being conducted on the applicant. For additional information please consult our web site or contact the Human Resource Division in our Head Office.

Concern Worldwide is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

HOW TO APPLY:

To apply, please follow the below link:
https://jobs.concern.net/Search_Results.aspx?JobLocation=SLAND|&