16-036: Program Director – Somalia
BACKGROUND
International Medical Corps, a global humanitarian nonprofit organization dedicated to saving lives and relieving suffering through health care training and relief and development programs, seeks candidates for the position ofProgram Director in Somalia.
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.
JOB SUMMARY
International Medical Corps in Somalia is seeking an experienced Program Director who will lead the work of the program unit by ensuring International Medical Corps’ programming in Somalia contributes to the organization’s vision of ‘Relief to Self-reliance.’ The Program Director, under the direct supervision of the Country Director, is expected to provide leadership and guidance to the country office’s efforts in programming that is evidence-based, aligned with national protocols and supports the international community’s strategies to ensure that International Medical Corps’ role and mandate in the country are appropriate to the programming context.
The Program Director will supervise the Grants and Donor Compliance Officer, Field Coordinator, Monitoring and Evaluation Coordinator and Proposal Development process.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- With the Country Director and supported by the Field Coordinator/Project Managers, the Program Director is expected to coordinate the development of program/project proposals to major donors.
- Ensure sound and timely follow-up to project implementation and provide quality reports as assigned. The Program Director is responsible for all donor reports and activity reports and of anticipating deadlines.
- Working in close cooperation with partners and the Country Director, undertake (as needed supplemental) baseline data collection to inform the program unit of governmental, international organization and/or donor strategies for potential partnering.
- Work with the team to develop concept notes into programs, projects and/or action plans and related budgets.
- Support training activities as necessary as well as technical support requests from the field.
- Perform other tasks related to this post as requested.
Program Management
- Ensure that strategic directions, project benchmarks, accountability and internal control standards are established and exercised
- Ensure results-oriented directions, targets, deliverables and standards of care are communicated and agreed with the senior management team (SMT), the respective project teams and in consultation with external partners and stakeholders
- Ensure project elements are conceptualized and the team members and consultants understand their roles and responsibilities and are properly trained to implement project tasks in compliance with all internal, project and donor requirements
- Ensure technical deliverables and monitoring and evaluation plans are designed, agreed and match project requirements and ensure all project information and benchmarks are achieved
- Ensure information regarding program activities and beneficiaries is regularly captured, stored and analyzed; ensure Project Monitoring Tools (PMTs) and Monthly Country Reports (MCRs) are delivered on time to HQ
- Manage the implementation of existing donor grants against relevant log frames, work plans and donor general terms and conditions to achieve results-oriented outcomes
- Provide day-to-day leadership in recruitment, training, programmatic and fiscal operations, performance evaluation of direct reports and guidance to supervisors and managers providing performances for project and staff
- Work with the Grants and Compliance Office to compile program and donor reports and assist with development of future programs and donor proposals as needed
- Assist in project/budget realignments
- Promote appropriate innovation in program development
- Liaise with other agencies and networks to enrich the quality of work
- Work with the Country Director and other staff to develop a country level funding strategy and support the delivery of high quality proposals to donors
- Monitor the humanitarian situation in Somalia, supporting field assessments and advising the Country Director of response options
- Contribute to overall management and strategic development of the Country Program as a member of the SMT
Compliance
· Liaise closely with local authorities, donors and partner agencies to ensure program compliance with donor policies/regulations and with other agency efforts
· Work with the Country Director and Grants and Compliance Officer to ensure that contract, finance and grants administration functions are in full compliance with donor requirements
Representation
· Act as Officer-in-Charge in the absence of the Country Director
· Attend and represent the organization at task force meetings, assessment missions, NGO Somalia coordination meetings, UN coordination meetings and INGO coordination meetings as appropriate
· Ensure maximum visibility of the agency within the NGO community
· Ensure full coordination and collaboration is established with donors, Host Government, Ministry of Health, UN agencies, World Health Organization and any other stakeholders
· Contribute to the creation of a positive image and overall credibility of the organization, notably through the application of the organizations Code of Conduct, ethics, values and stand-point with regard to internal and external actors
M&E
- Collaborate with field staff to ensure beneficiaries have access to feedback mechanisms and that data is monitored and responses are given within the appropriate time-frame
- Ensure team is aware and understand M&E requirements and methodologies and understand their roles and responsibilities .
HR Management
- Ensure close supervision and guidance of project officers/staff responsible for M&E
- Work with field coordinators and project officers to address programmatic challenges
Working Relationships
· Maintain punctual communication with the Country Director, Medical Director and Field Coordinators to ensure program activities and objectives are well-informed
· Work with the Country Director, Logistics Coordinator and Finance Director to ensure the coordination of timely delivery of program supplies and expenses are within budgeted limits
· In coordination with the Medical Director, organize a quarterly meeting with program staff to discuss lessons learned, new protocols, etc.
· Coordinate with the national government and relevant agencies as necessary
· Maintain contact with the HQ Technical Unit, NFS and Desk and plan and organize regular field visits with roving advisers
Security
- Collaborate with the Security Manager and Country Director to ensure staff and the reputation of the organization are safe and secure at all times
- Ensure application and compliance of security protocols and policies
“Other duties as assigned. The duties and responsibilities listed are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all inclusive.”
QUALIFICATIONS
“To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function with or without reasonable accommodation.”
- Minimum of a Master’s level degree in Health, Protection or social service-related field
- Minimum of seven (7) years’ experience implementing and managing donor-funded projects in developing countries
- At least five (5) years of experience in health, and protection programming preferred
- Demonstrated experience in leadership roles, promoting strategic planning and careful budget management
- Demonstrated ability to work with multiple partners on collaborative projects
- Demonstrated ability to create and maintain effective working relations with senior government personnel, NGO partners, host country governments, multinational corporations, donors, international and U.S. government organizations
- Comprehensive knowledge and working experience with grant management for donors such as USAID, EU, DFID, UN agencies and other donors
- Strong writing, presentation and reporting skills—demonstrated experience in proposal development and report writing
- Familiarity working in high stress, fast-paced environments and ability to work effectively with a wide range of people and styles
- Solutions-oriented with demonstrated analytical/operational skills
- Willingness to travel to and work in remote locations and/or insecure conditions
- Medical humanitarian experience will be an advantage
- Proficiency with MS Office (Word and Excel - minimum requirement)
Other Relevant Information (if applicable):
LANGUAGES
- Ability to read, write, analyze and interpret, technical and non-technical in the English language
How to apply: Please go to: Program Director - Somalia and follow the instructions for applying online.
“International Medical Corps is proud to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, age, disability or status as a veteran.”
HOW TO APPLY:
How to apply:
To officially begin the application process, qualified candidates please go to our career pagehttp://careers.internationalmedicalcorps.org/careers.aspx , noting where you noticed the position you are applying for and complete the online employment application form.
