Women for Women International (WfWI).  Rumbek, South Sudan.

Open until filled.

Job Description:
Women for Women International is an INGO based in Washington DC and operating in eight countries around the world. Its mission is to provide women victims of war and other conflicts with tools and resources to move from crisis and poverty into stability and self sufficiency, thus promoting a viable civil society.

The Women for Women International (WfWI) country office in South Sudan is seeking to immediately hire an Interim Country Director, to be based in Rumbek for a period of approximately 4-6 months, to fulfil the head of office functions and responsibilities and to assist in the recruitment and training of a permanent Country Director of South Sudanese origin.

Job Summary:
The Interim Country Director will be responsible for managing the day-to-day operational and programmatic work of the country office, supervising senior managers (in Finance, HR/Admin, Life Skills & Sponsorship, Income Generation and Monitoring and Evaluation), ensuring the highest quality, integrity, and efficiency of programs and operations, and representing the organization at the country level.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:
Program Management and Compliance:

1.  Ensure that all aspects of the core program, including delivery of sponsorship funds and training in life skills, business skills and vocational skills are implemented in accordance with organizational mission and guidelines.
2. Ensure that all data collection, monitoring, evaluation and reporting on any aspect of the program is conducted in a timely manner and according to the highest possible standards.
3. Work closely with the senior managers on all aspects of programming to ensure efficiency and accountability and to appropriately address challenges as they arise.
4. Ensure effective grant management, budget utilization and fulfilment of annual targets.
5. Ensure country office compliance with all organizational policies, procedures and program guidelines.
6. Participate in strategy development for the organization and the country office as required.

Financial, Administrative and Human Resource Management:

1.  Ensure that financial and administrative management is effectively conducted including managing costs to budget, developing and monitoring systems and processes for recruitment, procurement, security, financial reporting, and other related areas.
2. Oversee the annual planning and budgeting for the country office in collaboration with senior staff and HQ.
3. Ensure that country office staffing is maintained at appropriate level and within budget.
4. Participate in the hiring of all senior manager level positions.
5. Supervise senior managers in line with WfWI’s performance management framework, including the setting of annual performance objectives and development plans, annual performance appraisal and regular 1:1 meetings regarding progress throughout the year.

Fundraising & Representation

1.  Develop fundraising opportunities and cultivate new donor relationships.
2. Develop and maintain working relationships with local and international partners, relevant government agencies and community leaders.
3. Lead and represent the organization to external audiences and stakeholders.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Minimum of 10 years work experience in the INGO/NGO sector, of which at least 5 years at a Managerial level
• Master's Degree or equivalent post-graduate qualification in relevant field (or 15+ yrs experience in lieu of advanced degree).
• Demonstrated experience of managing teams of 10 or more staff members.
• Demonstrable understanding and experience of gender issues and proven commitment to addressing gender inequalities in all key areas of responsibility.
• Familiarity with managing budgets, financial reporting, grant writing and reporting.
• Excellent administrative and organizational skills.
• Strong interpersonal, communication and teambuilding skills.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
• High level of maturity and cultural sensitivity.
• Knowledge of the political, economic and social context of South Sudan.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time efficiently
• Strong computer skills in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Email applications.
• Fluency in written and spoken English is required; local language skills an added advantage.

To Apply:Tracking Code: 139-195
 
All interested candidates should submit an updated CV, cover letter, and 3 professional references to: sudanjobs@womenforwomen.org

Please put “Interim Country Director” in the subject line.
 
We do not accept resume/applications sent to our human resources email box.  Only short listed applicants will be invited to interview. No telephone inquiries please.

Interviews will be scheduled on a rolling basis; we are seeking to fill this position as quickly as possible. The position will remain open until filled. Applicants will be contacted directly to schedule an interview.

Website: https://womenforwomenintlcareers.silkroad.com/wfwintl/EmploymentListings.html

The International Rescue Committee (IRC). Rumbek, South Sudan.

Background:The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises and helps people to survive and rebuild their lives. Founded in 1933 at the request of Albert Einstein, the IRC offers lifesaving care and life-changing assistance to refugees forced to flee from war or disaster. At work today in over 40 countries and 22 U.S. cities, we restore safety, dignity and hope to millions who are uprooted and struggling to endure. The IRC leads the way from harm to home.

More than two decades of fighting in Southern Sudan decimated already-meager basic services and systems to protect women and girls from violence. Five years after the end of the war, reconstruction programmes have been slow to address the human rights of women, and the legacy of conflict has resulted in a heavily militarized society in which violence is common. Within this context, IRC Southern Sudan seeks to address gender-based violence by challenging gender inequalities, promoting women’s rights, and creating social, political, and economic environments in which women are empowered to enjoy these rights.

Scope of Work:The Women’s Protection and Empowerment (WPE) Manager is responsible for ensuring smooth implementation of daily project activities and that the goals and objectives of the program are met. S/He will provide supervision and direction to the WPE project team, with an emphasis on coaching and mentoring national staff to build their capacity. S/He will also collaborate with key staff in Health and Protection, and work with the Deputy Director Programs to achieve the managed growth of IRC’s WPE programming in South Sudan including through participating in the development of strategies and proposals.

The position is based in Rumbek, Lakes State with regular travel to Juba to attend national-level coordination meetings as well as to undertake advocacy and represent IRC with key stakeholders.

Responsibilities:
Programmatic

• Provide ongoing leadership to the project team and oversee implementation and coordination of activity plans to ensure targets are met. Ensure compliance of program operations with Strategic Plan, Design, Monitoring and Evaluation guidelines and IRC’s global programming principles.
• Develop and ensure monitoring and evaluation systems are in place which can be used to demonstrate project impacts and inform ongoing program design.
• Support staff and partners through training and guidance to ensure programming meets GBV best practice and guiding principals that prioritizes the security of beneficiaries and staff. 
• Work with partners, government, and other NGOs and UN agencies to establish appropriate systems to ensure survivors can access services in a timely and confidential manner.
• Oversee start up operation of the Women’s Resource Center and work to achieve sustainable and community-owned management mechanisms by developing sound partnerships between IRC, government ministries and local organizations. 
• Develop, conduct, and supervise trainings on Key GBV tools, basic counseling, clinical management of rape, GBV basics, and key GBV resources for partners, community members, and service providers.
• Play a leading role in the creation and implementation of IRC Southern Sudan WPE strategy to meet the needs of GBV survivors. 
• Develop key partnerships with local actors and establish partnership agreements and plans based on thorough assessments and conversations.
• Participate in conducting relevant assessments in Lakes and other states in Southern Sudan 
• Ensure successful implementation of the EA$E program through supervision of staff, monitoring of VSLA groups, training economic empowerment community workers, and coordinate with NY Technical Unit.

Grant Management

• Manager and oversee all WPE grants; develop and maintain work, spending and procurement plans for multiple projects. Participate in all WPE Grant Opening, Mid-Term and Closing meetings.
• Prepare internal and external reports within agreed deadlines using IRC and donor formats.
• Manage the project budget; oversee all budget expenditures and ensure they are allowable and allocable according to IRC and donor regulations; review monthly Budget vs. Actual and expenditure sheets, feed corrections back to Finance.  Bring any over/under expenditure issues to the attention of the DDP and the Grants department in a timely manner and jointly develop corrective plans.
• In coordination with DDP, Grants Unit and HQ Technical Unit, play a leading role in the development of proposals and concept notes for expanding IRC’s WPE portfolio in Southern Sudan.
• Build staff capacity in writing activity and monthly reports to ensure accurate monitroring and documentation of activities.

Inter-Agency Coordination

• Coordinate and support the Ministry of Social Development, Lakes State to organize and conduct monthly Gender/GBV Sub-cluster working group meetings in Rumbek. Coordinate State level working group meetings/activities with the National GBV Sub-cluster through the sharing of information and meeting notes.
• Represent the WPE program with donors and other key stakeholders in collaboration with the DDP. Participate in appropriate national and state-level Working Group Meetings and other coordination meetings, providing the Deputy Director Programs and Field Manager with regular updates.
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with all stakeholders - including community leaders, NGOs, UN agencies, community based organisations and other IRC sectors to enhance multi-agency and multi-sectoral cooperation and coordination.
• Ensure that information from the coordination meetings is shared internally and with other sectors, as appropriate.
• Liase with other GBV agencies to plan and provide joint trainings, support development of the GBV South Sudan Strategy and workplan, and undertake relevant advocacy.
• Ensure GBV response and prevention are incorporated into other sectors and humanitarian activities, through trainings, advocacy and other mentoring or support.

Administration

• Recruit national staff in conjunction with Human Resources Department and Field Manager. Maintian updated job descriptions, conduct interviews, orient new staff to the IRC and the WPE program.
• Supervise WPE staff and volunteers directly, as well as interns and consultants as needed.
• Ensure Performance Management System documentation is in place and followed up regularly.
• Recommend and implement a capacity building plan for project staff.
• Ensure WPE staff understands and follows IRC and donor Policies and Procedures.

Other

• Work with the country program, technical unit, and Emergency Response Team to put contingency plans in place as needed based on changing political and security environment.
• Undertake other relevant tasks as requested by the Deputy Director Programs.

Key Working Relationships:

The WPE Manager is supervised by the Deputy Director Programs and receives technical support from the WPE Technical Unit based at IRC Headquarters in NY.

Requirements:

• Master’s degree in gender studies, health, social work, humanities or other related discipline.
• 3+ years GBV program management, including supervision of national staff and experience preferably within a humanitarian or post-conflict environment.
• In-depth understanding of the roots causes of GBV, related international standards, and GBV prevention and response strategies.
• Experience in humanitarian or emergency environments preferred.
• Good interpersonal and team building skills and knowledge of participatory approaches. 
• Community education/training experience, particularly with low-literate beneficiaries.
• Fluency in English. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Excellent computer skills. 
• Additional qualities: ability to multitask, handle pressure, improvise, and be a good team player.

Work Environment: Housing in IRC compound, with en-suite shower and external latrine. Cooking facilities, internet, DSTV on-site.

Security level: Yellow, stable with occasional local clashes.

To Apply:Please apply online: www.ircjobs.org or http://tbe.taleo.net/NA2/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=IRC&cws=1&rid=7402

Job—Closing date: 19 Sep 201

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises and helps people to survive and rebuild their lives. Founded in 1933 at the request of Albert Einstein, the IRC offers lifesaving care and life-changing assistance to refugees forced to flee from war or disaster. At work today in over 40 countries and 22 U.S. cities, we restore safety, dignity and hope to millions who are uprooted and struggling to endure. The IRC leads the way from harm to home.

BACKGROUND:
The International Rescue Committee is one of the world’s largest humanitarian agencies. IRC provides relief, rehabilitation and post-conflict reconstruction support to victims of oppression and violent conflict in 42 countries. IRC is committed to a culture of bold leadership, innovation and creative partnerships. Southern Sudan is emerging from over two decades of brutal civil war, a conflict rooted in disputes over religion, ethnicity, resources, governance and self-determination. The 2005 Comprehensive Peace Agreement ushered in an era of post-conflict development efforts; however, the security situation remains fragile and testing operational challenges abound.

SCOPE OF WORK: 
The New School Communications Volunteer will support the IRC Southern Sudan country program by improving, systematizing and maintaining a range of communications activities. The position reports to the Grants Coordinator under the direction of the Senior Management Team.

RESPONSIBILITIES: 
Strategic 

• Outline a Communications Strategy for IRC Southern Sudan, including internal and external elements tailored to selected audiences; Internal Information-sharing within IRC Southern Sudan 
• Produce a monthly nationwide newsletter (and/or other tools such as posters) to update staff on progress of programs, new programs, new and departing staff, messages from HQ and other key information; 
• Organize soft and hard “libraries” of topical (technical, managerial, organizational) resources accessible to all field sites; 
• Compile and regularly update an information package for incoming staff; Informational materials about IRC Southern Sudan for other IRC offices (HQ, Region) 
• Update the IRC Southern Sudan Country Fact Sheet on a quarterly basis; 
• Provide regular updates to internet-based communications (features, blogs, tweets, etc.) 
• Produce content regarding IRC Southern Sudan for reports, including annual reports; 
• Prepare responses to information requests from HQ, for example, collating SS responses to HQ-generated surveys of country offices. External communication and visibility materials Materials for external use shall be prepared in cooperation with the Regional Media Manager. 
• Prepare sector specific program overviews that feed into a single comprehensive IRC Southern Sudan Program Brief; 
• Work with technical teams to document program success stores and lessons-learned reports; 
• Design and organize production, distribution and update of ‘publicity’ materials (such as leaflets, calendars, T-shirts, etc.) in English and local languages to raise awareness of IRC and its work; 
• Take photos that communicate IRC’s work in Southern Sudan Additional communications tasks 
• Contribute to the editing of proposals and reports for submission to donors; 
• Take, edit and circulate minutes and reports of meetings, conferences, trainings, etc.

REQUIREMENTS 
• Coursework in communications subjects. Degree in related field. 
• Excellent writing skills 
• English fluency 
• Experience in writing for a range of audiences (general public, funding entities, academic, etc.) 
• Excellent working knowledge of computer software packages – MS Word, Excel and email applications essential 
• Ability to work well in a cross-cultural team environment, as well as ability to be a self-starter and work independently.

SECURITY and HOUSING : 
Security: The security level is yellow. Major concerns are common criminality, presence of armed troops, tribal violence. Housing: The position is based in Juba. Lodging is a private bedroom in a shared IRC guest house – with electricity, internet and cable TV. Food is the individual’s responsibility. There may be occasional trips to field sites.

Please apply online: www.ircjobs.org 
or http://tbe.taleo.net/NA2/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=IRC&cws=1&rid=7247

Job—Closing date: 31 Aug 2011

LOCATION: South Sudan, Upper Nile State, Maban County

DURATION: 12 months

SUMMARY: 
The Health Technical Coordinator is responsible for the ongoing management, continuing development, and daily supervision of all activities under RI's health objectives. (S)he will oversee the execution of work plans, maintain local interagency and government relations, supervise the health project teams, and ensure safety and integrity of project operations. The position is based in Upper Nile and reports to the South Sudan Country Director.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 
• Conduct community assessments to identify critical requirements for program interventions with a particular focus on returnees, women, and vulnerable populations. 
• Maintain ongoing RI South Sudan primary health activities focused on development and rehabilitation of local infrastructure and systems, capacity building and training, community health and hygiene promotion, maternal and child primary health care services, and community mobilization, sensitization, and education. 
• Promote and work to expand community capacity on health, with sensitivity to the political and cultural context. 
• Develop the South Sudan health activities, with emphasis on response to perceived needs indicated by communities and beneficiaries. 
• Plan and implement emergency interventions in beneficiary communities as needed. 
• Consult with beneficiary groups, community leaders, and relevant line ministries in selecting community workers. 
• Consult with peer and UN agencies on international standards with regards to program design and implementation.
• Participate actively with interagency health and related forums on behalf of RI South Sudan. 
• Work with the Country Team, operations, finance, and security staff to ensure that all program activities adhere to RI and international standards. 
• Conduct and design health activities with the utmost sensitivity for the safety and well-being of beneficiaries and national staff and with regards to the political context. 
• Provide capacity-building for national staff: technical support, organizing training, and preparing a training schedule for health program staff. 
• Manage all national health program staff contracts within RI regulations and local labor laws. 
• Ensure that Rl provides high quality health services that meet Sphere and other international standards.
• Review and write all health and health-inclusive proposals, reports, assessments, and research in consultation with the Program Manager, Country Office, and Headquarters. 
• Submit weekly, monthly and quarterly reports by collection of information and data from the field, data analysis, and report documentation. 
• Actively support timely, substantive, and appropriate documents that lead to funding support from local donors in coordination with the Program Manager, Country Office, and Headquarters. 
• Participate as an active staff member of the South Sudan Senior Management Team, which includes collaborative oversight for program administration, operations, and communications. 
• Manage sector budget and personnel in line with RI field procedures and Code of Conduct.

QUALIFICATIONS: 
This position demands a dynamic individual with a demonstrated ability to achieve results in a demanding and fast paced environment: 
• Demonstrated leadership and teamwork skills. 
• Logistical planning and problem-solving skills. 
• Experience with data collection and analysis. 
• Experience living and working with local communities in dynamic, insecure environments. 
• Ability to live and function at a high capacity within a collaborative organizational structure. 
• Ability to live and work from within a remote post. 
• Understanding of the political and cultural context in Sudan and Eastern and Central Africa and a strong interest in working in the region. 
• Significant (at least 2 years) experience working with an INGO in increasing positions of reporting and responsibility. 
• Experience (2 years) developing and implementing health sector activities. 
• (Preferred, can be substituted with relevant experience) An advanced graduate degree in international relations, public health, or related fields. 
• Demonstrated written and oral communication skills (must be able to provide an independently created and relevant writing sample). 
• Demonstrated statistical survey, analysis, and presentation skills (must be able to provide an independently created relevant statistical report sample). 
• Demonstrated budget and expense management skills.

SALARY: Commensurate with experience and qualifications.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: To be considered for this recruitment, please submit a cover letter, resume, salary history, 3 professional supervisory references (whom we may contact after a second interview) with the date of availability to hreastafrica@ri.org. Incomplete applications will not be considered. The email subject line should include the following: Health Technical Coordinator, South Sudan.

Job—Closing date: 14 Aug 2011

Company Profile: 
Management Systems International (MSI) is a global international development firm based in Washington, D.C. providing specialized short- and long-term technical assistance. MSI is part of Coffey International Development, a global international development consulting firm. Together with Coffey ID, MSI now has more than 1,500 development professionals worldwide, a corporate presence in 11 countries and manages more than 200 projects worldwide. It currently manages more than 20 long-term projects in countries, including Iraq, Sudan, Colombia and Russia. Broadly, MSI implements a range of analytical and field projects in its core technical areas, including democracy and governance, strategic management and performance improvement, organizational capacity building, human development and natural resource management. For more information on MSI, please visit our website at www.msiworldwide.com.

Project/Proposal Summary:
MSI was awarded a three-year contract with USAID/Sudan on a project named SUPPORT (Services Under Program and Project Offices for Results Tracking), and tasked with the responsibility of executing functions normally associated with USAID’s Program and Communications offices. As a part of the SUPPORT project, MSI is currently establishing an office compound suitable for USAID and partner meetings in Southern Sudan, hiring technical and support staff and facilitating VIP visits. For more information on our Sudan project (Services Under Program and Project Offices for Results Tracking – SUPPORT) please follow this link: http://www.msiworldwide.com/index.cfm?msiweb=project&p_id=150

Position Summary: 
The USAID/Sudan Health Team is responsible for managing a portfolio that includes HIV/AIDS, malaria, tuberculosis, reproductive health and family planning, maternal and child health, nutrition, rational pharmaceutical management, and integrated disease surveillance and response. The Specialist will need to play a significant role in helping to manage and strengthen systems to assess and monitor program performance across the Health portfolio. S/he will work closely with Health Team technical staff, MSI M&E staff, PEPFAR staff, and implementing partner organizations, as well as the Government of South Sudan (GOSS) Ministry of Health (MOH), multilateral and bilateral donor agencies, and UN technical agencies. This short-term assignment will be based in Juba, Sudan from September 1, 2011 until March 31, 2012.

Responsibilities: 
• Provide leadership in the aggregation, management, and analysis of partner program data. 
• Responsible for accurate representation of indicators, established baselines, targets, data sources, and data quality issues.
• Backstop and provide interim support for PEPFAR Strategic Information Advisor as needed. 
• Undertake a minimum of monthly monitoring and supervision visits to Health Team project sites. 
• Draft technical narratives and performance reports for multiple audiences. 
• Develop Scopes of Work and management of relevant health team assessments or evaluations.

Qualifications: 
• Bachelor’s Degree in Public Health, International Affairs, Public Administration or a related field and at least 8 years of relevant experience, or a Masters Degree and 6+ years of experience; 
• Prior experience living and working in developing countries; 
• Experience working with local NGOs; 
• Prior experience working in Southern Sudan preferred; 
• Excellent verbal, writing, and communications skills; 
• Demonstrated ability to work in teams; 
• Fluency in English.

Only candidates who have been selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please.

To apply, please visit our website: www.msiworldwide.com

Job—Closing date: 31 Aug 2011

LOCATION: South Sudan, Upper Nile State, Maban County

DURATION: 12 months

SUMMARY: The Health Technical Coordinator is responsible for the ongoing management, continuing development, and daily supervision of all activities under RI's health objectives. (S)he will oversee the execution of work plans, maintain local interagency and government relations, supervise the health project teams, and ensure safety and integrity of project operations. The position is based in Upper Nile and reports to the South Sudan Country Director.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 
• Conduct community assessments to identify critical requirements for program interventions with a particular focus on returnees, women, and vulnerable populations. • Maintain ongoing RI South Sudan primary health activities focused on development and rehabilitation of local infrastructure and systems, capacity building and training, community health and hygiene promotion, maternal and child primary health care services, and community mobilization, sensitization, and education. • Promote and work to expand community capacity on health, with sensitivity to the political and cultural context. • Develop the South Sudan health activities, with emphasis on response to perceived needs indicated by communities and beneficiaries. • Plan and implement emergency interventions in beneficiary communities as needed. • Consult with beneficiary groups, community leaders, and relevant line ministries in selecting community workers. • Consult with peer and UN agencies on international standards with regards to program design and implementation. • Participate actively with interagency health and related forums on behalf of RI South Sudan. • Work with the Country Team, operations, finance, and security staff to ensure that all program activities adhere to RI and international standards. • Conduct and design health activities with the utmost sensitivity for the safety and well-being of beneficiaries and national staff and with regards to the political context. • Provide capacity-building for national staff: technical support, organizing training, and preparing a training schedule for health program staff. • Manage all national health program staff contracts within RI regulations and local labor laws. • Ensure that Rl provides high quality health services that meet Sphere and other international standards. • Review and write all health and health-inclusive proposals, reports, assessments, and research in consultation with the Program Manager, Country Office, and Headquarters. • Submit weekly, monthly and quarterly reports by collection of information and data from the field, data analysis, and report documentation. • Actively support timely, substantive, and appropriate documents that lead to funding support from local donors in coordination with the Program Manager, Country Office, and Headquarters. • Participate as an active staff member of the South Sudan Senior Management Team, which includes collaborative oversight for program administration, operations, and communications. • Manage sector budget and personnel in line with RI field procedures and Code of Conduct.

QUALIFICATIONS:
This position demands a dynamic individual with a demonstrated ability to achieve results in a demanding and fast paced environment: • Demonstrated leadership and teamwork skills. • Logistical planning and problem-solving skills. • Experience with data collection and analysis. • Experience living and working with local communities in dynamic, insecure environments. • Ability to live and function at a high capacity within a collaborative organizational structure. • Ability to live and work from within a remote post. • Understanding of the political and cultural context in Sudan and Eastern and Central Africa and a strong interest in working in the region. • Significant (at least 2 years) experience working with an INGO in increasing positions of reporting and responsibility. • Experience (2 years) developing and implementing health sector activities. • (Preferred, can be substituted with relevant experience) An advanced graduate degree in international relations, public health, or related fields. • Demonstrated written and oral communication skills (must be able to provide an independently created and relevant writing sample). • Demonstrated statistical survey, analysis, and presentation skills (must be able to provide an independently created relevant statistical report sample). • Demonstrated budget and expense management skills.

SALARY: Commensurate with experience and qualifications.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: To be considered for this recruitment, please submit a cover letter, resume, salary history, 3 professional supervisory references (whom we may contact after a second interview) with the date of availability to hreastafrica@ri.org. Incomplete applications will not be considered. The email subject line should include the following: Health Technical Coordinator, South Sudan.

The Swiss Red Cross (SRC) is looking for a Short Term Expert for Health Center Construction and Water Supply for 6 months to be based in Unity State, South Sudan

Roles and responsibilities:
• Professional planning, implementation, supervision and monitoring of health and water infrastructure for approximately 30’000 people
• Monitoring and controlling of all construction activities, material quality, project costs, work processes and timely completion
• Management and supervision of local staff in a culturally sensitive environment
• Overseeing and advising budgets and transparent and accountable finance management
• Coordination and networking with the South Sudan Red Cross and other partner agencies, local authorities and other stakeholders on site
• Progress monitoring, regular narrative and financial reporting and elaboration of project documentation.
• Support to South Sudan Red Cross and Swiss Red Cross in disaster assessment if required by circumstances.

Requirements:
• University degree and/or professional qualification in Structural/Civil Engineering, Architecture or related technical field
• Minimum of 3 years international working experience as supervisor or technical ad-visor for construction and in capacity building in developing countries including site supervision in a post-disaster reconstruction and rehabilitation context
• Demonstrated experience in construction administration systems and procedures, in particular control of works and financial management
• Experience in the region as well as in Water-Sanitation would be assets
• Diplomacy, tact, team spirit, leadership qualities and negotiation skills are essential
• Sensitivity to cultural differences, and the ability to adapt to challenging working envi-ronments under fragile security conditions
• Very good written and spoken English is essential (working language)
• Familiarity with Red Cross Movement is an advantage

Conditions: 6 months with the option of extension, starting as soon as possible or according to agreement. Adequate salary, social insurances, travel and accommodation expenses pro-vided. No family posting.

Due to the urgent nature of this recruitment, candidate reviews will commence immediately upon publication of this vacancy announcement and will continue until a suitable candidate has been identified. Candidates are strongly encouraged to submit their application without delay.

While we appreciate all responses, only candidates under consideration will be contacted.

If you are interested, please address your application with CV and names of three referees (will be contacted only if candidate is shortlisted) to:

Swiss Red Cross, attn. Silvia Cataldo, Rainmattstrasse 10, 3001 Bern, Switzerland or delegatescata@redcross.ch

Job—Closing date: 31 Aug 2011

LOCATION: Upper Nile, Malakal, South Sudan

SUMMARY: The Program Manager will oversee the implementation of multiple donor-funded projects in the sectors of livelihoods and economic recovery, water and sanitation as well as health. Successful candidates must be able and willing to build in-country operational and management systems, rather than simply working within existing systems. Candidates must be able to work in an austere environment and have the capacity and experience to effectively build and develop the project team.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Strategic direction and overall supervision and successful implementation of the programs 
• Development of work plans and budget management according to project outputs and results 
• Manage multiple teams to complete program goals on time and on budget 
• Development and maintenance of strategic relationships with local partners and in-country donor representatives 
• Ensure sound administrative practices with regards to record keeping, compliance with donor regulations, communications, etc 
• Build and refine effective in-country operational and management systems and build the capacity of local staff 
• Fulfill all donor reporting requirements 
• Maintenance of regular and effective communication with both field staff and HQ through both verbal and written correspondence • Frequent local travel to project sites 
• Able to work and manage effectively in a hardship post

QUALIFICATIONS:

• University Degree required, Master’s level preferred in Business Administration, International Development, Community Development or related discipline 
• 5 years project management experience in international development or relief programming 
• Strong management skills, including experience managing a mix of local and international staff, and experience overseeing project implementation, finances, human resources, and logistics 
• Experience with U.S. donors strongly desired 
• Experience with Cash for Work (CFW) programming, particularly in insecure contexts 
• Demonstrated experience in coalition building/local partnership and relationship development 
• Knowledge of, and experience in South Sudan desirable 
• English proficiency is required

To Apply:
Please submit a resume, cover letter, salary history, 3 professional references (e-mail, address and phone number), and date of availability to hreastafrica@ri.org. The email subject line MUST include the following: Program Manager, South Sudan.

Closing date: 10 Aug 2011

Interchurch Organisation for Development Co-operation

The Programme Officer is responsible for the relation between ICCO and partners/programme coalitions and other alliances in the region. The main thematic focus for this position is Food Security, Economic Development and Education.

The job objective is to contribute to regional development processes by facilitating multi-actor, multi-level programmes and support strategic relations and alliances within the framework of ICCO Alliance Strategic Plan.

Tasks 
• Identification and facilitation of programmes and programme coalitions by applying the 4 ICCO strategic roles in the programmatic approach: strategic financing, lobby, advocacy, capacity building and brokerage 
• Assessment of programme- and project proposals and institutions; preparation of financing decisions 
• Monitoring and evaluation of ongoing contracts between ICCO/KiA and local partners 
• Facilitation of capacity building, advocacy and necessary expert knowledge in the programmes 
• Contribute to learning, exchange and knowledge-sharing 
• Contribute to policy development and contribute to the development of the (regional) annual plans 
• Contribute to communication regarding activities and policies of ICCO & KIA and partners in North and South 
• Contribute to applications for funding by other sources 
• Coordination with other relevant alliances in the region (members of Northern alliance, APRODEV, ACT etc.)

Qualifications and experience 
• Good knowledge of the social, economic and political situation in the region 
• Substantial regional experience in a relevant (thematic) field 
• Relevant education for the job 
• Negotiation skills 
• Networking and facilitating skills 
• Good communication skills, including intercultural communication and communication with ecumenical actors • Excellent language skills in English and a regional language 
• Knowledge of development issues en – cooperation. 
• Basic knowledge of financial aspects on financing organizations

Contact:
To apply, please send CV and cover letter with 3 work related referees including copies of certificates to the address or e-mail below. All applications shall be marked: “ICCO – Position name”. E-mails must not exceed 2 MB.

While we thank all applicants for your interest, only those selected for interviews will be contacted. Any form of lobbying will lead to automatic disqualification.

People Performance Group Plot 8 Kitante Close, Kitante P.O. Box 12405, Kampala Uganda

Attn.: The Director E-mail: application@ppg.co.ug Web: www.ppg.co.ug