Job Details  

Location: Burundi 
Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract 
Closing Date: 12/12/2011 
Salary: €30,925 - €37,810 

Qualification Requirements

Qualification Level: Degree Level Completed 

Languages: English - Fluent spoken   French - Fluent spoken   

Job Details

The Health Advisor (HA) is responsible for providing overall technical support to the Concern Worldwide Burundi (CWB) health programme. He/she will have responsibility for technical support, monitoring & evaluation and reporting for the Mabayi Child Survival Programme (MCSP) which is co-funded between USAID and Concern US. Management responsibilities will be shared with the Health Project Manager with the HA taking the lead on technical side of activities and the Health PM taking the lead on implementation.  He/she will also liaise closely with technical backstop personnel in Dublin and New York. The Health Advisor will also be required to support fundraising with the development of high quality proposals and liaising with a network of key technical and peer agencies and in-country donors, allowing for shared learning, programme development and the establishment of effective advocacy platforms.

Apply at https://jobs.concern.net/VacancyDetail.aspx?VacancyUID=000000001652

The Organization:

Village Health Works (VHW) is a non-profit organization that strives to bring social justice through access to high quality health care for all. Our mission is to provide high quality and compassionate healthcare in a dignified environment, regardless of a patient's ability to pay, while addressing the root causes of illness and disease. VHW was founded upon a strong belief that health of the mind, body and spirit is a pre-requisite for any society to be self-sufficient and peaceful. We aim to be a center of excellence in healing and teaching while promoting community empowerment and economic opportunities for the poor.

Job Description Overview:

This position is located in Burundi, East Africa. The Country Director manages activities in Burundi from a programmatic and operational perspective, and leads fundraising efforts and community relations in-country. The Country Director works closely with the project manager, the in-country director of internal relations, the medical director and the rest of the team on the ground. This position reports to senior VHW staff in New York City and collaborates closely with New York City-based teams working in the areas of finance, development, communications and operations. Applicants should be available to start immediately, and prepared to make a two-year commitment.

Essential Duties

Program Development and Implementation

• Define program priorities, plans and long-term strategy guided by VHW's mission and vision through close collaboration with the Medical Director and Executive Director; manage and modify their implementation based on existing in-country realities; 
• Document and communicate results, drawing from a monitoring and evaluation system; 
• Stay abreast of best practices to ensure that the project’s work remains highly innovative;

Financial Management

• Ensure absolute financial compliance both with U.S. laws and donor requirements; 
• Identify potential shortfalls and strategize to ensure the program’s financial sustainability. Staff Management and Development 
• Develop and manage a team of diverse staff members, modeling strong leadership, strengthening capacity of national staff, and recruiting highly qualified additions; 
• Ensure compliance with VHW Code of Conduct Manual policies and procedures and local labor laws;

Organizational Representation

• Develop and maintain proactive, positive and professional relationships with all of our local stakeholders, who include the communities we serve, partner and potential organizations, other NGOS, donors, clients, key government officials, civil society groups, local community sub-committees, in-country executive counsel, etc.; • Lead activities on the ground meant to build VHW's visibility and presence in-country,

Minimum Skills and Experience:

• Doctorate or Masters degree in relevant field (e.g. Public health, medicine, business); 
• Five years experience in managing successful and complex programs, ideally in public health and ideally in a fragile, post-conflict environment 
• Experience designing and overseeing reporting, monitoring and evaluation systems; 
• High proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint and Microsoft word; Social media and database experience a plus; capability to quickly master new software applications 
• Demonstrated financial management and donor reporting skills; 
• Able to communicate in professional functions (written and oral) both in English and French; 
• Demonstrated interest in social justice and global health care.

Application Process:

If you consider yourself a good match for this position, please submit a detailed cover letter and resume written in English with the position title “Country Manager - Burundi” in the subject line to resumes@villagehealthworks.org. Please be sure to include salary requirements (in currency figures) and current salary. Also mention where you found this posting. No phone calls please. Before you apply for this position, please visit and thoroughly review our web site (www.villagehealthworks.org) where you can also find a more detailed version of this posting.

World Relief is a faith-based organization committed to its mission of empowering the Church to serve the most vulnerable. Microfinance in the DRC is one avenue through which World Relief achieves its mission. To learn more about World Relief visit www.worldrelief.org

General Function

The Finance Manager will serve as a key senior management staff of Turame Community Finance (TCF), World Relief’s microfinance institution in Burundi. Based in Bujumbura, Burundi this position reports directly to the Managing Director and will focus on the following functions: Accounting, Budgeting & Budget Control, Financial Analysis & Reporting, Funds Management, Treasury & Cash Management, and Internal Controls and will carry out its duties in a manner that are consistent with national & international accounting standards governing bodies (ie. Banque de la Republic du Burundi, US GAAP, & IAS).

Specific Responsibilities

Accounting

• Strengthens TCF’s financial systems and ensures compliance to internal as well as stakeholder financial policies & procedures 

Currently we are looking for a:

OPERATION SUPPORT MANAGER BURUNDI

Organization: War Child Holland Job Location: Bujumbura, Burundi
Starting date: as soon as possible Duration assignment: initially for 1 year

Burundian nationals are highly encouraged to apply for this position.

Burundi is a family post; an expatriate is allowed to bring a partner and/or children to Burundi.

War Child programme in Burundi War Child has been active in Burundi since 2008 supporting the work of HealthNet TPO. From early 2011 War Child has started to set up its own programme in Burundi. The programme aims at improving the psychosocial wellbeing of children and youth who have been affected by conflict in Burundi. War Child works in the provinces of Bubanza, Cibitoke and Bujumbura rural. The country office is based in the capital Bujumbura. The programme focuses on protection and promotion of the rights of children and to ensure healthy psychosocial development of children and youth. WCH makes use of creative, sports, drama and dance activities and uses a community based approach.

War Child Programme Area (WPA) Burundi supports options for collaboration and exchange with War Child offices in Uganda and DR Congo. War Child is committed to add value to the development of a sustainable programme which suits the local needs and works closely with Burundian local organizations and relevant government institutions.

The challenge Ensures that the Operation is set up and running effectively and efficiently to enable programme staff and other stakeholders to carry out the War Child Programme. The Operation Support Manager (OSM) sees to transparent and reliable processes and generates management information for the stakeholders. The OSM reports to the Country Director (CD).

Responsibilities

1. Financial Management & Administration • Advises and supports the CD in maintaining efficient financial control (of cash flows, local payment, etc) accountability standards, procedures and records; • Ensures financial management policy and guidelines are developed and adhered to; • Preparation of budgets, financial management and financial management information for stakeholders (CD and HQ); • Enhances the planning & control cycle within the operation in line with head offices guidelines; • Ensures accurate, timely and correct bookkeeping; • Reports the relevant developments on finance administration in the field to the support department at HQ; • Is involved in proposal development for donors to ensure proper reporting; • Manages money transfers and bank relations; • Plays a crucial role in Risk management; • Uses the software and formats as determined by HQ;
   
   
2. Logistics • Enhances systems and guidelines for the logistics department of the mission on procurement procedures, store control; equipment, radio & vehicle use and maintenance, fuel tracking, etc; • Directly responsible for procurement and management of supplies, vehicles, assets, stock, PC’s, server and communication (as a delegated responsibility of the CD/DCD); • Manages NGO registration, work permits, visa and insurance issues; • Ensures logistical aspects of security management;
   
   
3. Information & Communication Technology • Responsible for management and maintenance of IT and communications (laptops, printers, telephone and other means related to Information and Communication Technology);
   
   
4. Human Resource Administration and Policy • Ensures that the National Staff HRM policies (HRM instruments and systems) are in place and adhered to; • Ensures proper HR administration; • Ensures that HR (administrative) policies and practises are in line with local legislation; • Advises CD and other managers on organizational development and personnel related issues;
   
   
5. Capacity building staff & local partners • Build capacity of the support staff in the country office through on-the-job training as well as trainings and workshops; • Indicates training needs and advices managers on possible trainings for the support staff; • Build capacity of local partners in finance/logistics/HR/admin processes;
   
   
6. Management of staff • Manages the finance, logistics (including ICT) and HR support staff at the country office and provides technical supervision to support staff in the different field locations; • Manages his/her staff by guiding, coaching, instructing and motivating;
   
   
7. Overall • Advises the Country Director on the above subjects; • Reports relevant developments on Finance, HR, Logistics and ICT in the field to the support departments at Head Office.
   
   

Profile • Knowledge of financial administration (minimum BSc level), logistic management and procedures (including maintenance), IT (computer, network, communication means) and HR-administration; • A minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in a management position within an international (NGO) environment, preferably within the field in a developing country and/or (post) conflict area; • Preferably experience, in a comparable position, in setting up a programme and office; • Experience in HR administration and the development of HR policies; • Experience of working with automated accounting systems, SAGE experience is an added value; • Experience living and working in complex security contexts; • Proactive search for and utilize organizational resources; • Planning and organizational capabilities; • Capability to decide in tactical and operational issues; • Team player and hands-on mentality; • Result focused and cost-conscious; • Required: fluency in French and English (verbal and written).

Ward Child offers a challenging job, within an inspiring and motivated team of people and the backup of a strong and professional organisation in The Netherlands. War Child offers good remuneration and excellent benefits. Please visit our website www.warchildholland.org for more information on the organisation and the programme.

How to apply Interested and qualified candidates are invited to send a CV and a letter of motivation as soon as possible, but before June 21st, 2011 (please mention OSM Burundi in the subject line) to recruitment@warchild.nl(your letter and CV should not exceed 5 pages). The safety of children is essential to War Child. War Child does not tolerate or accept any form of abuse. This subject is addressed in our recruitment and selection procedures.

Location: Burundi

BACKGROUND

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) in Burundi, present in Burundi since 1996, is currently implementing programming in the areas of Good Governance, Child and Youth Protection and Development and Gender-Based Violence. The IRC’s existing GBV program covers the provinces of Makamba and Bujumbura Rural, supporting activities to reduce GBV through the economic and social empowerment of women and, through local partner organizations, responding to the needs of GBV survivors through case management and psychosocial support. Building on this base, the IRC is currently launching a project to prevent and respond to GBV among refugee populations in Burundi. The IRC will support measures to prevent GBV, raise awareness and respond to the needs of GBV survivors through the direct provision of psychosocial support and the coordination of other response services. The project will address the needs of approximately 34,000 Congolese and Rwandan refugees over five project sites, including three camps, one settlement and urban refugees.

SCOPE OF WORK

The GBV Program Manager reports to the GBV Coordinator and is responsible for the overall implementation of GBV programming in refugee settings. With direct management and technical support provided in-country and indirect technical support provided by the GBV Technical Advisor based in Brussels, the GBV Program Manager will ensure that the goals and objectives of the program are met in a timely and effective manner, that the approach to program implementation is participatory, that staff receive appropriate mentorship and professional development and that a positive team spirit is fostered encouraging innovative and quality programming.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Primary Responsiblities

Coordinate and monitor the implementation of program activities based on established indicators, including collating and analyzing data and information for problem analysis, planning and advocacy;
Evaluate project outcomes and impact, including collecting and analyzing data and information for problem analysis, planning and evaluation;
Provide on-going direct supervision, leadership and technical support to GBV staff, including assisting in the development of individual work plans for GBV staff, ensuring best practice standards are met;
Participate in program design based on identified needs, the IRC Program Framework, IRC GBV Global Strategy and IRC Burundi Country Program Strategic Plan;
Ensure timely submission of all program reports, quality of program data and proper archival of program information;
Conduct regular meetings with project staff and community members to assess progress toward objectives, discuss issues and assist in finding solutions to challenges identified;
In collaboration with the GBV Coordinator, promote and represent the interests of the GBV program with regards to all relevant stakeholders;

Human Resource Management & Capacity Building

• Recruit, train, and mentor GBV program staff; conduct staff performance evaluations for all direct reports and assure that evaluations are carried out for all GBV staff;
• Ensure accuracy of all GBV program job descriptions as program and staff responsibilities evolve;
• Design and monitor professional development strategies for all GBV staff;
• Ensure staff support and debriefing processes are in place, and that staff safety planning is conducted and regularly updated;
• Develop, implement and promote effective team communication techniques and systems, including regular senior staff meetings;

Coordination & Advocacy

Develop and maintain effective working relationships with all relevant stakeholders including community members, NGOs, government ministries/authorities, UN agencies and social institutions;
Collaborate with Field Coordinators and other operations personnel to ensure that the program is properly supported and that all project-related operational activities are conducted according to IRC HR, Logistics, Finance and other policies and procedures;
Develop advocacy and information-sharing networks/forums and participate in existing networks/forums and liaise with relevant bodies for case-specific advocacy.

REQUIREMENTS

Graduate degree (MA) or equivalent in social work (MSW), humanities or other related degree or equivalent programming experience
2-3 years program management experience, including at least 2 years implementing GBV programs in an emergency and/or post-conflict environment, preferably in a camp setting
Previous direct service experience with GBV survivors,
Previous experience in program management, capacity building and training
Very strong written, organizational, interpersonal and communication skills
Fluency in English and French; ability to communicate in Swahili or Kirundi a plus
Experience working in difficult locations; ability to be resourceful and flexible in a limited resource environment.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The position will be based in the Muyinga IRC office, with frequent travel to Bujumbura and other field sites. Housing will be provided in shared IRC accommodation.
For more information on our Burundi Program please click here: XXXX

IRC leading the way from harm to home.

The IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to
race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability.
IRC leading the way from harm to home.

IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

IRC considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability.

How to apply
Please Apply Here: http://tbe.taleo.net/NA2/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=IRC&cws=1&rid=6487

Closing date: 26 Nov 2010