Terms of Reference for Documenting Historical & Current Rangeland Management Practices to Support Enforcement of Customary Law

Organization: CARE
Position Type: Short-term consultancy
Study/assessment: Topic Documentation of historical & current range land management practices to support Enforcement of customary law.
Duration: 50 days Application deadline: 15th March 2014
Starting date: 15th April 2014

ORGANIZATIONAL BACKGROUND

CARE is a leading humanitarian organization fighting global poverty and providing lifesaving assistance in emergencies. Its programmes go beyond meeting basic needs at the onset of an emergency to helping affected communities recover and rebuild their lives long after the crisis ends. CARE has been providing assistance to communities in Somalia since 1981. It is implementing a variety of longer term development activities aimed at supporting the Puntland Government in the achievement of its development milestones. CARE works in partnership with the government, international NGOs, civil society, leaders and local authorities in order to bring effective and lasting change to the most vulnerable communities in Puntland.

PROJECT SUMMARY

Deegaankaagu waa noloshaada project -“Your environment is your life”, is an EU funded project that aims to combat rangeland degradation and hence contribute to MDG 1 as well as MDG 7. More specifically, improved and sustainable use of rangeland resources will contribute significantly to achieving MDG 1, target C, in Puntland State of Somalia, by bringing pastoralists, agro-pastoralists and other vulnerable rural people earning less than a dollar/day, above the poverty line. Moreover, restoration of rangelands will provide productive employment to rural populations through revived rangeland-based livelihoods and Cash for Work opportunities.
This initiative aims to reduce hunger and food insecurity in the Puntland State of Somalia by improving rangeland conditions, promoting sustainable use of rangeland resources, empowering local communities and strengthening institutional capacity of the Ministry of Environment to develop and implement a policy and operational framework for effective management of rangeland resources.

OBJECTIVE OF THE CONSULTANCY

The objective of this consultancy is to document the strengths & capacities of local management systems of rangelands so that subsequent support for Village Committees and Pastoralist Associations draws upon and complements these strengths and capacities rather than by-pass or over-ride them.

BACKGROUND OF THE CONSULTANCY

Customary law has always played a vital role in the management of natural resources in the arid and semi-arid areas across the Horn of Africa. Research has actually shown that customary law is not static but evolves to respond to changes in local and national context. Since the collapse of the Somalia government in 1991, many traditional forms of natural resource management and control systems were abandoned or ignored resulting to depletion of natural resource base and increase in resource-based conflicts. There are serious environmental concerns in Puntland such as wanton clearing of trees for charcoal production, active and advanced gullies that are affecting large chunks of pasture land and community infrastructures/assets as well as development of sand dunes. The degradation of rangeland conditions has significantly affected livestock production systems which are a major source of livelihood and the back bone to the economy of Puntland. This assignment is designed to document both current and historical community-based land use management systems and the role of the customary law as a control mechanism in order to inform the design of other activities.

This activity is meant to help the Puntland government and local communities to re-invigorate these traditional systems, clarify the rules, find out ways to enforce them better at village level and form the basis for scaling up these xeer-based (custom-based) systems to national level legislation.

SCOPE OF WORK

CARE is seeking the services of a reputable consultant with vast skills in customary-based resource management practices to document historical & current rangeland management practices to support development and implementation of an environmental law in Puntland. The consultancy will be conducted in close consultation with all relevant stakeholders, such as the MOEWT staff, regional and District authorities, Village committees (VCs) Pastoral Associations (PAs), local leaders, women, youth and project staffs. The consultant is expected to:

1. Review all relevant existing studies/documents on rangeland management practices in Puntland and other relevant custom-based rangeland management practices.
2. Consult all relevant stakeholders in rangeland management such as traditional clan elders, local leaders, MOEWT staff, regional and District authorities, Village committees (VCs) & Pastoral Associations (PAs) to identify traditional custom (xeer) based strategies (both past and current) used in:

I. The management of rangelands and other communal natural resources (water, wildlife & minerals).
II. The management and resolution of communal conflict arising from use of these communal rangeland resources.

1. Which of the strategies identified in I &II above were helpful and could be revived for better management of rangelands and sound traditional mechanisms for conflict resolution, considering the changing cultural dynamics and livelihoods.
2. Identify the roles played by the different genders and age-groups (young, adult youth, elders) with respect to rangeland resource management both in the past and current. Recommend those that can be revived to improve the current and future stewardship of rangeland resources in Puntland.

METHODOLOGY AND APPROACH

The work will be conducted in each of the project villages, as it is as much an exercise to document the historical practices, as well as start local dialogue about how they can be revived and how Puntland state can build new legal frameworks on some of those traditional mechanisms. Each village will be taken through an exploration of the historical mechanisms using PRA techniques such as timeliness, mapping etc, comparing them to today’s governance approaches and agreeing on ways forward to improve the systems.

In each location, participatory research techniques will be used to develop an in-depth understanding of historical land use management practices and customary law – and how these have evolved over time. The activity will help identify the strengths & capacities of local management systems so that subsequent support for Village Committees draws upon and complements these strengths and capacities – rather than by-pass or over-riding them. This is particularly important because traditional land use management will have been based upon the institutions of clans– rather than the more recently introduced Village Committees.

The participatory research will particularly focus attention on the management of communal rangelands and controls over grazing/water points as well as customary laws governing the use of rangeland resources and other critical flora.

CONSULTANCY PERIOD

The consultancy duration will be for a period of 50 days. Consultants are required to quote days required for preparation, field work, reporting, and editing to be included in their proposal bid. All travel, accommodation and meal expenses while at field will be covered by CARE. Note that dates might change based on flight schedules to Somalia, and travel might be required over the weekend.

DELIVERABLES

(i) A report covering historical & current rangeland management practices to support the development and implementation of an environmental law in Puntland.
(ii) The report should be able to identify traditional custom (xeer)-based strategies (both past and current) used in the management of rangelands and other communal natural resources (water, wildlife etc.) as well as traditional conflict resolution mechanisms.
(iii) The report should also identify how customary law has shaped the social, economic and political systems of Puntland.
(iv) Finally, the report should be able to recommend any good management practices identified in the consultancy that could be revived for better management of rangelands and conflict resolution, while considering the changes in local and national context.

QUALIFICATIONS

A suitable candidate should have;

• A postgraduate degree in Rangeland management, Natural Resource management or any other related fields.
• A minimum of 5 years working experience in rangeland management or Natural resource management in similar ecological system.
• Familiarity with traditional rangeland management approaches as well as customary-based conflict management and mediation techniques.
• Excellent analytical skills
• Ability to work in a team and willingness to travel to remote areas
• Good Somali language skills and ability to understand the context
• Previous work experience with the Puntland Government institutions and familiar with government/community structures and processes.

Applications should be submitted between :Thursday 20th February 2014- Monday 10 march 2014 12:00 am . All applicants must meet the minimum requirements described above, and those unable to meet these requirements will not be considered. CARE is an equal opportunity employer. Each application package should include the following: • An application letter addressing the selection criteria including how the consultant’s previous experience matches the consultancy objectives as well as the interest for the position • Technical and financial proposal with a clear work plan indicating the candidate’s availability and consultancy rates. • A sample of similar work. • Updated CV including relevant work experience and qualifications. • Contact details of 2 references. Applications not including all of the above information will not be reviewed. All applications should be sent to consultants@som.care.org with the subject line: “DOCUMENTING HISTORICAL & CURRENT RANGELAND MANAGEMENT PRACTICES IN PUNTLAND”

BACKGROUND: Somalia had been free of wild poliovirus since 25 March 2007, however on 9 May 2013, wild poliovirus type 1 was confirmed in a 32-month old child from Hamar Jabjab district of Banadir region, Somalia. In Somalia, weak routine immunization and a ban on supplementary polio immunizations in many areas for the past 4 years has created the largest known reservoir of unvaccinated children in a single geographic area in the world – an estimated 1 million unvaccinated children in 2012. So far 190 polio cases have been reported and is recognized as largest incidence of polio in the world in 2013. Somalia has also faced outbreaks of cVDPVs (circulating vaccine-derived poliovirus) in the past which signify sustained sub-optimal routine or supplementary immunization activities (SIAs). Even after so many SIAs, a significant proportion of child population is still left susceptible to poliovirus. The potential exists for an even larger outbreak with possible exportations to other Horn of Africa countries. To stop the spread of the virus in Somalia, continued prompt and vigorous responses are required.

Data related to polio, SIAs, C4D and EPI need to be systematically collected, collated and analyzed to effectively guide and manage the program. The progress need to be monitored and evaluated against a set group of indicators to identify weak areas and focus and revise strategies for sustained progress.

Monitoring and evaluation are essential components and are part of that comprehensive plan to halt the further spread of this poliovirus outbreak. Monitoring and evaluation of data stemming from communication, social mobilization, SIAs and routine immunization are crucial in further identifying high-risk groups and guiding operational innovations to improve Somalia’s ability to reach all children especially the large unvaccinated reservoir and to monitor the impact of the outbreak response. Working in close collaboration with WHO and implementing NGOs and supporting the Ministry of Health, UNICEF is one of the key partners involved in the emergency poliovirus outbreak response. UNICEF is leading the efforts to coordinate intensive social mobilization and communication activities, vaccine procurement, transport and management, and routine immunization, especially cold chain management. The poliovirus outbreak response seeks to recruit a highly qualified professional for a 12-month period to assist/support the country in developing and strengthening evidence-based measurable interventions in the field of communication, social mobilization, polio eradication activities and routine immunization.

The M&E specialist will be responsible for supporting the country on the analysis of SIA/EPI data, as well as other social and behavioral data where it is available, and will strengthen the capacity to use these data and develop measurable behavior and social change communication strategies for poliovirus outbreak response and routine immunization. The M&E specialist will support the country and national partners in identifying trends and patterns in the data to reveal aspects of immunization acceptance, operational performance and public sentiment around polio eradication and routine immunization. The M&E specialist will develop, manage and improve systems for entering, cleaning and storing quantitative and qualitative social data.

OBJECTIVE OF THE POSITION: Under the overall guidance of the Health Manager-Team Leader (Polio), and in close collaboration with the related staff, strengthen M and E aspects of polio eradication, C4D and EPI data collection, analysis, reporting and programme improvement for poliovirus outbreak response and routine immunization.

To assist in the development of national/zonal capacities for monitoring, evaluation in polio eradication/C4D/EPI and research, with special attention to the interest, concern and participation of government, community, and civil society stakeholders.

Job description • Develop M&E framework for polio eradication and Routine EPI including C4D strategies; monitoring indicators and targets; data sources; measurement and reporting methods; evaluation topics and methodologies; • Collect, consolidate, and analyse data related to polio, SIAs, EPI, and C4D against a set of indicators to monitor progress and effectively guide the programme through identification of areas of improvement • Develop, manage and improve systems for entering, cleaning and storing quantitative and qualitative social and other programme related data and strengthen the capacity to use it for measurable behaviour and social change communication and other strategies • Support in identifying trends and patterns in the data to reveal aspects of immunization acceptance, operational performance, and public sentiment around polio eradication and routine immunization • Lead efforts to agree on and implement ways to monitor and evaluate polio eradication, EPI, C4D and other child health strategies and strengthening approaches to gather and analyze data in a systematic and timely manner in the Somalia settings. • Establish mechanisms for periodic dissemination of polio/EPI bulletins, short progress reports, analytical reports, information sharing and feedback on Polio/EPI/C4D M&E issues. • Lead in development of national and sub-national capacities for monitoring, evaluation, and research • Coordinate within UNICEF at Nairobi and zonal levels, HQ and Regional Office , with MOH, WHO, key partners and stakeholders on monitoring and evaluation aspects of Polio and routine immunization.

DELIVERABLES: 1. Monitoring and evaluation system established to support polio outbreak response, routine EPI, and related C4D activities 2. Data routinely collected, consolidated, analyzed and results disseminated (at national, zonal and district level) to relevant stakeholders to inform strategic programme improvement 3. Training and capacity development for staff at the national, zonal and district level 4. Monthly progress report on polio eradication is generated and disseminated

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE: • Degree in public health, social sciences, development planning, statistics or related field and at least 5 years work experience in EPI or child health or public health programs. • Familiarity with the principles and current approaches to M&E in health programs. • Experience supporting public health projects with a maternal and child health focus. Specific prior experience in analysis of social data as part of polio or immunization campaigns desirable. • Strong knowledge and experience in monitoring and evaluation, data management and analysis of programmes in developing countries • Experience with database development and management in Access a plus. Experience of using any mapping (e.g., Arc-GIS, Health Mapper, etc), and any statistical analysis software (SPSS, EPI-INFO, STATA, SAS or similar) would be added value • Excellent organizational and time management skills and strong attention to detail. • Excellent writing and communications skills in English required. CORE COMPETENCIES Communication, Drive for Results, Working with People

FUNCTIONAL COMPETENCIES Analysing, Planning and Organizing, Applying Technical Expertise, Formulating Strategies and Concepts

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POSITION INFORMATION

Job Title: Senior Field Security Advisor Type of Contract: Fixed-Term Appointment (International) Grade/Level: P-4 Post Category: Management Project Funded post (MPF post)

Organizational Context

The duties and responsibilities of the Sr. Field Security Advisor (Sr. FSA) include the safety and security of all UNDP staff, eligible dependants, eligible partners and contractors, resources, assets, facilities, programmes, and projects in addition to promoting, enabling and supporting UNDP programme delivery throughout Somalia while ensuring compliance with all United Nations security policies, procedures and regulations.

The primary objective of the deployment of the UNDP Sr. FSA is to advise on the protection of, and minimizing the risk to, UNDP staff, eligible dependants, property and operations in all locations and at the same time enabling UNDP programme delivery throughout SomaliatThis will be achieved through: • Advising that UNDP security support should feature prominently in the programming process at country office level as well as in the case of each individual project, from project identification, planning, budgeting, implementation and right through to monitoring and evaluation. • Strengthening the security arrangements of UNDP and maintaining a security network of international and national security personnel.

In terms of functional matters related to UNDP security, the Sr. FSA will report to the UNDP Security Office through the Regional Security Advisor, who will serve as the primary supervisor. At Headquarters level, UNDP BOM/Security Office (SO) will, through the Regional Security Advisor (RSA), provide policy and technical advice to the UNDP Sr. FSS/MCSA regarding the safety and security of UNDP staff, eligible dependants, property and operations within the context of UNDP’s development role, while dovetailing with and respecting UNDSS’s mandate and role, and working within the UN and UNDP security policy and framework.

At the Field Level, the Sr. Field Security Advisor will be supervised by the Country Director, who will serve as the secondary supervisor.

Functions/Key Results Expected

Summary of Key Functions: • Programming • Threat and Risk Assessment • Security Plan and Business Continuity • Minimum Operating Security Standards • Information Management • Funds Management • Resource Mobilization • Office and Residential Security • Managerial Functions • Training • General

1. Programming:

• Provide security policy guidance and security management support to the Country Director and CO management team enabling effective programme planning, implementation and delivery within the framework of all UN security policies and procedures. • Ensure the mainstreaming of security into all levels of programme design, implementation and delivery through the substantive monitoring of ongoing and future projects and programmes providing innovative and proactive support, direction and solutions where required. Serves as permanent member of project appraisal committee (PAC). • Review the impact of current as well as future potential security factors and trends on UNDP planning, programme design and delivery, as well as the possible impact that programme design might have on the stability and security, ensuring that possible support needs are identified and improvements are implemented. • Liaise and coordinate activities of partner organizations and counterparts in the planning, preparation and execution of missions, ensuring the safety and security of UNDP staff as the highest priority. • To protect and minimize the risk to UNDP staff, project personnel, property and operations in all locations and at the same time enabling UNDP programme delivery throughout the country. • Maintaining a security network of international and national security personnel. • Participating as a member of the security cell established by DSS in country.

1. Threat and Risk Assessment: • Conduct a threat and risk assessment of operations in the districts and regions where UNDP projects are implemented, identify and implement appropriate risk mitigation measures. • Assist/provide inputs to UNDSS in preparing a comprehensive threat and risk assessment of the country to include all locations where UNDP staffs, dependants and equipment are present. • Assist/provide inputs to the Security Management Team through the UNDP Country Director (CD). • Assist local UNDP travel managers with risk assessments related to air travel.

2. Security Plan and Business Continuity: • Work closely with UNDSS to ensure that UNDP procedures conform to the UN security framework. • Provide inputs and assist UNDSS in establishing, maintaining and updating the country specific security plan and contingency plans in accordance with the UN Field Security Handbook (FSH).
   • See that all UNDP personnel are included in the Security Plan of the respective duty stations, (including UNDP sub offices) being prepared by UNDSS. • Update the UNDP component within the country-specific security plan and contingency plans in accordance with UNDSS. • Train UNDP wardens and follow up on their specific needs accordingly for both international and national staff. • Provide security related contributions to the CO Business Continuity Plan, with guidance from the RSA/DRSA. • Take necessary action to secure security clearances for all UNDP staff travelling in security phase areas.

3. Minimum Operating Security Standards: • Oversight of UNDP personnel and equipment for MOSS compliance. • Ensure that staff members are provided with; and proficient in the use of, safety and security equipment, including communications equipment, vehicle emergency equipment and personal security safeguards required for work in the field. • Establish internal communication systems and ensure UNDP communications are integrated into the appropriate UN Security Emergency Communications System. • Provide advice on selection and procurement of appropriate equipment for security (vehicles, telecommunications equipment, etc.). • Provide advice on the security of transportation and logistics. • Coordinate with DSS 24-hour response to all security related incidents involving UNDP staff and eligible dependents. • In coordination with UNDSS, and on behalf of the CD, ensure appropriate professional liaison with local authorities responsible for security, law and order, counterparts in diplomatic missions and municipal/civic/religious and traditional leaders.

4. Information Management: • Provide timely and accurate security advice to the UNDP Management, programme managers, project managers and visiting consultants. • Provide a daily situation report (SITREP) and analysis of events, including when there is nothing to report, by phone, SMS or email to the Country Office management and BoM Regional Security Advisor. • Immediately report all security-related incidents involving UNDP staff and eligible dependents to the Country Director, RSA and UNDSS in country. • Ensure that UNDP programme staff members are provided with situation reports and other appropriate security-related information generated by UNDSS in a timely and efficient manner. • In cooperation with the HR unit, maintain updated UNDP staff lists, including details of visiting missions and consultants. • In coordination with UNDSS in country, establish good relationships with national law enforcement, military and civil intelligence authorities, counterparts in the Diplomatic Missions and municipal/civic/traditional leaders. • Encourage an exchange of information relative to risk management for UNDP programme implementation. • In coordination with UNDSS in country, conduct investigations of death of a staff/family member under suspicious and unclear circumstances. • Participate in inter-agency security coordination efforts. • In coordination with UNDP HQ and as assigned by the CD, conduct preliminary investigations in cases of breach of UN code of conduct by UNDP staff.

5. Funds Management:

• Support mainstreaming of security costs. Monitors that all projects/programmes contribute resources to implementation of security measures. • Formulate and manage the annual work plan and related budget, initiates budget revisions. • Monitor that allotted UNMSM funds are budgeted in ATLAS in a timely manner. • Ensure that costs and expenditures remain within budgeted and approved limits through the monitoring of monthly ATLAS budget reports.

1. Resource Mobilization

The UNDP FSAS expected to provide the following inputs: • Ensure that the security cost of doing business is included in all appeals and project descriptions. • Participate in the drafting of CAP and CAP reviews, to be presented to donors. • Provide inputs to donor reports, as required.

1. Office and Residential Security: • Conduct periodic appropriate security assessments of UNDP premises and equipment and advice on shortfalls in security preparedness with recommended improvements and solutions. • Assist UNDP in developing and implementing office security requirements for regional offices and offices of UNDP-implemented projects. • Establish and implement access control mechanisms (visitor/vehicle screening) as necessary for UNDP and project offices based on the security phase. • Represent UNDP security interests in any common premises that UNDP occupies ensuring that staff safety and security are primary considerations. • Ensure that UNDP premises and international staff residences are MOSS and MORSS compliant.

2. Managerial Functions • Ensure that the UNDP Security Team is adequately staffed by competent and proficient personnel with the appropriate skills and expertise required to enable the successful achievement of their respective functions and Country Office goals and objectives. • Manage, supervise and execute the work programmes for the Security Team, coordinating and preparing inputs, determining priorities and estimating required resources for the completion of outputs and their timely delivery. • Responsible for the full scope of human resources management of the Security Unit taking due account of geographical and gender balance and other institutional values. • Assist in the performance evaluation of the private contractors, suppliers and consultants providing security services to the Country Office, as required. • Serve as the first reporting officer on performance evaluations of all individuals assigned security functions (including local GS Security staff and/or more junior FSS staff). • Participate in the assessment processes for locally-recruited staff assigned to the security functions, and, in collaboration with the HR unit, ensures that recommended candidates meet all qualifications.

3. Training: • Provide orientation and training to international and national staff members on security guidelines, communication procedures, travel precautions, emergency procedures and existing restrictions in movement, such as curfews, restricted and dangerous areas. • Scheduling and implementing fire safety, first aid, and radio communications training for the appropriate staff members. • Contribution to knowledge networks and communities of practice. • Participation in the security trainings for the UNDP and allied UN agency staff members.

4. General: • The Sr. FSA will, in consultation with the CD, respond to requests from the DO/DSS, to perform UN system related security tasks. • Any other security related tasks assigned by the UNDP Country Director.

   Impact of Results

The Sr. FSA’s priority of support and advice should focus on Country Office and UNDP programmes and operations in high risk areas. It is only through a rigorous support of policy understanding, risk mitigations and where necessary security training will the application of security management be fully implemented. Sr. FSA security support to the Security Office and country programmes will ensure continuous facilitation of safety and security of UNDP staff, enabling safe UNDP programme delivery and activities within the context of UNDP's development role, while dovetailing with and respecting UNDSS' mandate, and working within the UN and UNDP security policy and framework.

More specifically, the Sr. FSS/MCSA is to protect and minimize the risk to UNDP staff, project personnel, property and operations in all locations and at the same time enabling UNDP programme delivery throughout the duty station through: • Ensuring the UNDP security support is included in all aspects of the programming process at country office level as well as throughout individual project life cycles, from project identification, planning, budgeting, implementation, monitoring, evaluation and project closure. • Strengthening the security arrangements of UNDP offices, sub-offices, and guesthouses • Maintaining a security network of international and national security personnel. • Participating as a member of the security cell as established by UNDSS in country.

Competencies

Core Values: • Integrity – An ability to work honestly, openly, impartially and in accordance with the values of the United Nations. • Professionalism – An ability to work in a calm, competent and committed manner; Is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results. • Respect for Diversity – An ability to work effectively, respectfully, and inclusively with people from different backgrounds and with different perspectives. Core Competencies: • Communications – Clearly and effectively speaks and writes, tailoring language, tone, style and format to different audiences; Listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately;
• Teamwork – Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; Builds consensus for task purpose and direction with team members; Solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise and is willing to learn from others. • Planning & Organizing – Identifies priority activities and assignments, adjusting priorities as required; Allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; Foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning. • Accountability – Adheres to organizational rules, regulations and standards; Delivers outputs for which one has responsibility within prescribed time, cost and quality standards. • Client Orientation – Provides services, support, advice, guidance to internal or external clients, and seeks to see things from their points of view; Establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect. • Creativity – Actively seeks to improve programmes or services; Demonstrates resourcefulness by finding new solutions to address operational or strategic problems. • Commitment to Learning – Keeps abreast of new occupational/professional developments; Contributes to the learning of colleagues and subordinates; Provides constructive security advisory, training, coaching and feedback for others. Managerial Competencies: • Vision – Clearly communicates links between the Organization’s strategy and the work unit’s goals; Identifies strategic issues, opportunities and risks.
• Leadership – Is proactive in developing strategies to accomplish objectives; Empowers others to translate vision into results; Establishes and maintains relationships with a broad range of people to understand needs and gain support. • Empowering Others – Delegates responsibility, clarifies expectations and gives staff autonomy in important areas of their work; Holds others accountable for achieving results related to their area of responsibility; Involves others when making decisions that affect them. • Building Trust – Operates with transparency; Places confidence in colleagues, staff members and clients; Treats sensitive or confidential information appropriately. • Judgment/Decision Making – Identifies key issues in complex situations; Considers potential positive and negative impacts of decisions on others and on the Organization; Determines that the actions proposed will satisfy the expressed and underlying needs for the decision. • Managing Performance – Monitors progress against milestones and deadlines; Appraises performance of staff fairly.

Recruitment Qualifications

Education: • University Degree (Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent), preferably in social sciences, management, or a related security field, or formal multi-year education in Security Management, such as military or police, Junior Command and Staff College (minimum 9 months full time) qualification with command experience. • Formal training in security risk management.

Experience: • A minimum of 9 years of relevant security and development related experience (only 7 years’ experience are required if applicant is in possession of an Advanced University Degree in a relevant security field). Formal multi-year education in Security Management, such as military or police senior Command and Staff College (minimum 9 months full time) qualification, with command experience at senior level, is considered equivalent to an Advanced University Degree. • Previous experience of working in a conflict/post-conflict or crisis environment is an asset. • In-depth knowledge of security management and risk management.
• Knowledge of UNDP business, operations and programming cycle.
• Knowledge of UNDP Country Office structure; roles and responsibilities of the Resident Coordinator, CD, DO, SMT, UNDSS and UN Security Management System.

Language Requirements: Fluency in written and spoken English is required. Working knowledge of another official UN language is desirable.

Interested and qualified candidates should submit their application to http://jobs.undp.org/ or http://jobs.undp.org/cj_view_job.cfm?cur_job_id=43678

Position Information

Job Title: Gender National Programme Officer Type of Contract: Service Contract Grade/Level: SC-9 Duty Station: Mogadishu, Somalia Reports to: Gender Specialist

Background/Organizational Context

The UNDP Somalia Country Office has operated a cross-border operation from 1993 to the end of 2012; due to the prevailing security situation in Somalia, the Office was located in Nairobi. However, with the recent political development (adoption of Provisional Federal Constitution, selection of the New Federal Parliament, and election of the President and his Cabinet) the Office is now relocating fully to Mogadishu. UNDP Somalia is currently composed of two main Programme portfolios: Governance and Rule of Law (GROL), and Poverty Reduction and Environment Protection (PREP). UNDP Somalia programmes are further implemented through 2 Sub Offices in Hargeisa and Garowe and staff are required to undertake regular field missions.

The UNDP Somalia Country Programme (2011-2015) has one Outcome dedicated to the Promotion of Gender Equality and Women’s Empowerment with four specific Outputs: i) gender equality and the empowerment of women implemented through advocacy initiatives in partnership with civil society and public institutions; ii) women’s participation in peace building, representation, civil service and public life increased at all levels; iii) women are empowered in social and economic development; and iv) women supported by appropriately designed, implemented and enforced legal and policy frameworks in line with CEDAW and Security Council Resolutions 1325 (2000), 1888 (2009), 1889 (2009) and 1820.

In order to help ensure adequate mainstreaming of gender throughout the other three Outcomes (1). Somali women and men are better able to build peace and manage conflict, 2).Somali women and men benefit from more inclusive, equitable and accountable governance, improved services, human security, access to justice and human rights; 3). Somali women and men benefit from increased sustainable livelihoods opportunities and improved natural resources management) and to help design and implement new activities under Outcome 4) (Somali women and men attain greater gender equality and are empowered),, UNDP Somalia has recently recruited a Gender Specialist with advisory and project management skills and plans to establish a gender unit comprised of a small team of administrative and specialized programme support staff in Nairobi and Somalia, respectively. The Gender unit will work closely across all Country Office Programmes and Units as well as with relevant government counterparts and civil society partners.

The Gender National Programme Officer will report to the Gender Specialist. The Gender National Programme Officer will work on a daily basis with colleagues in the Country Office, necessitating that the incumbent be able to develop and maintain strong working relationships with colleagues across the organization and be able to work with them in a responsive client orientated manner.

The Gender National Programme Officer will also work in close collaboration with Government Officials, UNDP operations team, programme staff in other UN Agencies, as well as Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) to ensure the successful implementation of UNDP programme.

Functions / Key Results Expected

Summary of key functions:

 Ensure strategic direction of all project operations at regional level  Financial resources management  Ensures provision of top quality advisory services and facilitation of knowledge building  Efficient procurement and logistical services
 Efficient support to tasks related to advocacy, programming, monitoring and evaluation, and representation

1. Ensures the strategic direction of all programme operations at regional level focusing on achievement of the following results:

 Provide Technical Assistance and oversee the implementation of all work carried out in partnership with the Gender and other focal ministries.  Provide Technical Guidance and support for Community Conversations on gender equality, in order to strengthen district and community acceptance and championing of gender equality and women’s empowerment. This will include working closely with selected NGOs and Civil Society Organizations, Religious Leaders, youth and the media.  Provide Technical Guidance and oversee the implementation of all work with the partners on gender equality and women’s empowerment.  Compliance of operations with UNDP rules, regulations and policies, implementation of project operational strategies and monitoring achievement of results.  Establishment of collaborative arrangements with project partners and appropriate operational partnership arrangements.  Knowledge building and sharing with regards to management and operations of the project.  Proper project-filing system.  Timely follow up of routine actions and deadlines.

1. Ensures effective and accurate financial resources management focusing on achievement of the following results:

 Ensure accountability of the use of all project funds;  Provide leadership in overseeing effective provision of services to counterparts including fair and transparent procurement, efficient logistics and sound financial management;  Proper planning and expenditures tracking in accordance with UNDP rules and regulations.  Proper and timely preparation of regular accurate financial reports for UNDP, donors and counterparts.  Ensure strict and consistent application of UNDP rules and regulations

1. Ensures provision of high quality advisory services and facilitation of knowledge building and management focusing on achievement of the following results:

 Support to development of policies and institutions that will address the country problems and needs on gender equality and women’s empowerment in collaboration with the Government and other strategic partners.  Organization of trainings for the operations/ projects staff on programme issues.

1. Ensures efficient procurement and logistical services management focusing on achievement of the following results:

 Project compliance with corporate rules and regulations in the field and management of procurement processes including sourcing strategy, supplier selection and evaluation, quality management and performance measurement, in liaison with UNDP procurement unit.  Management of contracts and contractors and legal implications in accordance with UNDP rules and regulations.  Proper management of project assets, facilities and logistical services.  Planning, organization and oversight of the necessary administrative and other logistical support to consultancy missions, workshops, overseas learning and other project activities.

1. Ensures efficient support to tasks related to advocacy, programming, monitoring and evaluation (M&E), and representation focusing on achievement of the following results:

 Prepare Annual Work Plans and reports for gender work in Somalia in alignment with the Annual Work Plan and regional priorities  Ensure the achievement of outputs in line with the approved work plan through day-to-day planning, management, coordination and implementation of activities in Somalia , as per UNDP financial and procurement procedures  Undertake regular monitoring visits to project sites and supports gathering of data/information for project monitoring and evaluation processes ensuring compliance with UNDP M&E requirements in reporting on programme results and progress towards outcomes.  Assists in promoting dialogue and good practice among different stakeholders.  Assists the Gender Specialist in the preparation of narrative reports as well as in the planning and revision of project work plans.  Carry out any other relevant duties as requested by the Head of Sub office or the Gender Specialist.

Impact of Results

Key impact of results will include optimal mainstreaming of gender dimensions across all programmes as well as the design and implementation of stand-alone projects in support of GEWE in Somalia, cumulatively ensuring that UNDP maximizes its contribution to improve the plight of Somalia’s women over the next five years. Effective implementation of the key results, together with efficient management of all gender related activities will enhance the organization’s capacity and credibility in implementation of highly effective programmes with strong impact.

Competencies and Critical Success Factors

Corporate Competencies:

 Demonstrates integrity by modeling the UN’s values and ethical standards  Promotes the vision, mission, and strategic goals of UNDP  Displays strong cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability  Treats all people fairly without favoritism

Functional Competencies:

Knowledge Management and Learning  Promotes knowledge management in UNDP and a learning environment in the office through leadership and personal example  Actively works towards continuing personal learning and development, acts on learning plan and applies newly acquired skills

Development and Operational Effectiveness  Ability to plan, prioritise and deliver tasks on time  Ability to participate effectively in a team  Ability to manage complex problems proactively and effectively, including responses to field based emergencies.  In-depth practical knowledge of inter-disciplinary development issues  Proven networking, team-building, organizational and communication skills.  IT competencies in Word, Excel, Power Point and the internet

Management and Leadership  Builds strong relationships with clients, focuses on impact and result for the client and responds positively to feedback  Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude  Demonstrates good oral and written communication skills  Demonstrates strong analytical and management skills  Demonstrates openness to change and ability to manage complexities  Leads teams effectively and shows mentoring as well as conflict resolution skills  Remains calm, in control and good humored even under pressure  Acceptance of additional responsibilities and capacity to work under pressure

Recruitment Qualifications

Education:  Master’s Degree in Social Science, Gender or Women’s Studies or other relevant discipline is required.

 First level university degree in Public Health, development, public administration, social studies or related field with 4 years of experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree

Experience: •
Minimum of 2 years of progressively responsible professional experience in recovery and development, with special focus on addressing the promotion of gender equality and women’s empowerment in crisis and post-conflict countries. Knowledge of Somalia context is an asset.  Demonstrated effectiveness in a project management role.  Strong IT skills.
 Experience with ATLAS or another platform for enterprise financial resource management an asset.  Previous experience with UNDP or UN Women (ex-UNIFEM) preferred and good knowledge of UNDP rules and procedures is desirable  Strong diplomatic skills in handling counterpart relations

Language Requirements:  Fluency in written and spoken Somali and English.  Knowledge of Arabic is an asset.

Interested and qualified candidates should submit their application to http://jobs.undp.org/ or http://jobs.undp.org/cj_view_job.cfm?cur_job_id=44115

Position Information

Job Title: Project Officer, HIV & AIDS Tpye of Contract: Service Contract Grade/Level: SC-9 Duty Station: Hargeisa/Somalia Reports to: Programme Specialist, HIV & AIDS

Organizational Context

UNDP has been at the forefront globally and at country levels to support national responses to HIV & AIDS together with other development partners. In Somaliland, UNDP has been actively involved in the HIV & AIDS response since 2004. UNDP’s main focus is to help countries put HIV & AIDS at the centre of national development; build national capacities of government at all levels, as well as work closely with the media and civil society organizations which include religious leaders, and People Living with HIV & AIDS (PLHA) to support a coordinated and effective response to the HIV epidemic.

The Area Project Manager will report to the Head of Sub Office for Somaliland, as direct supervisor and to the HIV & AIDS Programme Specialist for overall guidance, as second supervisor. The main tasks of the HIV & AIDS Area Project Manager will include, but are not limited to: institutional capacity building and support for the AIDS Commission, strengthening District and Community Responses to HIV & AIDS, working with the Media on HIV & AIDS, as well as with Civil Society Organisations (CSO’s) and individuals which include Religious Leaders and People Living with HIV & AIDS.

The Area Project Manager will work on a daily basis with colleagues in the UNDP Sub-Office, necessitating that the incumbent of the Area Project Manager be able to develop and maintain strong working relationships with colleagues across the organization and be able to work with them in a responsive client orientated manner.

The HIV & AIDS Area Project Manager will also work in close collaboration with Government Officials, UNDP operations team, programme staff in other UN Agencies, as well as Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) to ensure the successful implementation of UNDP programme.

Functions / Key Results Expected

Summary of Key Functions: 1. Ensure strategic direction of all project operations 2. Financial resources management 3. Ensures provision of top quality advisory services and facilitation of knowledge building 4. Efficient procurement and logistical services
5. Efficient support to tasks related to advocacy, programming, monitoring and evaluation, and representation

1. Ensures the strategic direction of all project operations focusing on achievement of the following results:

 Provide Technical Assistance and oversee the implementation of all work carried out in partnership with the AIDS Commission (supported by UNDP and the Global Fund).  Provide Technical Guidance and support for Community Conversations on HIV & AIDS, in order to strengthen district and community responses to HIV & AIDS. This will include working closely with selected NGOs and Civil Society Organisations, plus Religious Leaders and People Living with HIV & AIDS.  Provide Technical Guidance and oversee the implementation of all work with the Media on HIV & AIDS, supported by the Global Fund.  Compliance of operations with UNDP rules, regulations and policies, implementation of project operational strategies and monitoring achievement of results.  Establishment of collaborative arrangements with project partners and appropriate operational partnership arrangements.  Knowledge building and sharing with regards to management and operations of the project.  Proper project-filing system.  Timely follow up of routine actions and deadlines.

1. Ensures effective and accurate financial resources management focusing on achievement of the following results:

 Ensure accountability of the use of all project funds;  Provide leadership in overseeing effective provision of services to counterparts including fair and transparent procurement, efficient logistics and sound financial management;  Proper planning and expenditures tracking in accordance with UNDP rules and regulations.  Proper and timely preparation of regular accurate financial reports for UNDP, donors and counterparts.  Ensure strict and consistent application of UNDP rules and regulations

1. Ensures provision of high quality advisory services and facilitation of knowledge building and management focusing on achievement of the following results:

 Support to development of policies and institutions that will address the country problems and needs in collaboration with the Government and other strategic partners.  Organization of trainings for the operations/ projects staff on programme issues.

1. Ensures efficient procurement and logistical services management focusing on achievement of the following results:

 Project compliance with corporate rules and regulations in the field and management of procurement processes including sourcing strategy, supplier selection and evaluation, quality management and performance measurement, in liaison with UNDP procurement unit.  Management of contracts and contractors and legal implications in accordance with UNDP rules and regulations.  Proper management of project assets, facilities and logistical services.  Planning, organisation and oversight of the necessary administrative and other logistical support to consultancy missions, workshops, overseas learning and other project activities.

1. Ensures efficient support to tasks related to advocacy, programming, monitoring and evaluation (M&E), and representation focusing on achievement of the following results:

 Prepare Annual Work Plans and reports for all HIV & AIDS work in Somaliland in alignment with the Annual Work Plan and regional priorities.  Ensure the achievement of outputs in line with the approved work plan through day-to-day planning, management, coordination and implementation of activities in Somaliland, as per UNDP financial and procurement procedures.  Undertake regular monitoring visits to project sites and supports gathering of data/information for project monitoring and evaluation processes ensuring compliance with UNDP M&E requirements in reporting on programme results and progress towards outcomes.  Assists in promoting dialogue and good practice among different stakeholders.  Assists the HIV & AIDS Programme Specialist in the preparation of narrative reports as well as in the planning and revision of project workplans.  Carry out any other relevant duties as requested by the Head of Sub office or the HIV & AIDS Programme Specialist.

Impact of Results

The key results will have a direct impact on the overall effectiveness and success of UNDP’s HIV & AIDS interventions and activities in achieving the Millennium Development Goals in Somaliland. Effective implementation of the key results, together with efficient management of all HIV & AIDS related activities will enhance the organization’s capacity and credibility in implementation of highly effective programmes with strong impact.

Competencies and Critical Success Factors

Corporate Competencies:

 Demonstrates integrity by modeling the UN’s values and ethical standards  Promotes the vision, mission, and strategic goals of UNDP  Displays strong cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability  Treats all people fairly without favoritism

Functional Competencies:

Knowledge Management and Learning  Promotes knowledge management in UNDP and a learning environment in the office through leadership and personal example  Actively works towards continuing personal learning and development, acts on learning plan and applies newly acquired skills

Development and Operational Effectiveness  Ability to plan, prioritise and deliver tasks on time  Ability to participate effectively in a team  Ability to manage complex problems proactively and effectively, including responses to field based emergencies  In-depth practical knowledge of inter-disciplinary development issues  Proven networking, team-building, organizational and communication skills  IT competencies in Word, Excel, Power Point and the internet

Management and Leadership  Builds strong relationships with clients, focuses on impact and result for the client and responds positively to feedback  Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude  Demonstrates good oral and written communication skills  Demonstrates strong analytical and management skills  Demonstrates openness to change and ability to manage complexities  Leads teams effectively and shows mentoring as well as conflict resolution skills  Remains calm, in control and good humored even under pressure  Acceptance of additional responsibilities and capacity to work under pressure

Recruitment Qualifications

Education:
Advance University degree (Masters) in Public Health, development, public administration, social sciences or related field with 2 years of experience.

First level university degree in Public Health, development, public administration, social studies or related field with 4 years of experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Experience: • Minimum of 2 years development work experience with advanced university degree (masters) or 4 years experience with first level university degree. • Experience in HIV&AIDS preferred. • Demonstrated effectiveness in a project management role. • Strong IT skills.
• Experience with ATLAS or another platform for enterprise financial resource management an asset.

Language Requirements:
Fluency in written and spoken Somali and English.

Interested and qualified candidates should submit their application to http://jobs.undp.org/ or http://jobs.undp.org/cj_view_job.cfm?cur_job_id=44113

I. Position Information

Job Title: Humanitarian Affairs Analyst (HAA), UNOCHA Type of Contract: Fixed-Term Appointment (Local) Grade/Level: NOB Direct Supervisor:Head of Jubas and Gedo Regions Duty station: Kismayo, Lower Juba - Somalia

II. Organizational Context

The situation in Somalia remains fragile with continued political instability, climatic variability, and lack of basic social services. OCHA’s role is to coordinate effective and principled inter-agency humanitarian response and ensure that relief assistance reaches the people who need it in a timely manner. In line with OCHA’s global mission, OCHA Somalia continues to:

1. Advocate for access to basic services, especially water, sanitation, education and health for vulnerable communities, including the collection, analysis and dissemination of information to humanitarian partners, and negotiation of access.
2. Support the government efforts and humanitarian organizations in relocation of internally displaced and return.
3. Coordinate the implementation of humanitarian response in Somalia with UN agencies and programmes, national and international NGOs and local authorities/communities as appropriate, with focus on strengthening the cluster approach.
4. Enhance a protective environment that respects the human rights of all, including IDPs, returnees and minority clans.

III. Key Functions:

Under the overall guidance of the Head of the Jubas and Gedo regions’ field office, the HAA is expected to have comprehensive knowledge on the issues in the Lower and Middle Juba, South Central and Somalia as a whole; he is expected to play key role in ensuring the primary objectives of OCHA Somalia are met. This can be done by contributing to the following functions:

Summary of Key Functions:

• Analyse humanitarian situation • Develop and implement proper strategies which will be suitable with local contexts • Develop and maintain coordination and cooperation mechanisms among stakeholders • Ensures facilitation of knowledge building and management

1) Analyse humanitarian situation

• Gather information on issues affecting the humanitarian situation, including political, security, social and economic developments, with a special emphasis on their impact on vulnerability, displacement and protection.

• Provide analysis of the operating environment, with the aim of assisting in the establishment of accepted frameworks for engagement and disengagement in areas of conflict.

2) Develop and implement proper strategies which will be suitable with local contexts

• Facilitate the development and implementation of strategies aimed at building the capacity of local authorities and communities to better respond to humanitarian crisis.

• Develop appropriate strategies to improve the application of humanitarian principles and develop ground rules for humanitarian interventions.

• Strengthen protection strategies in the relevant area of operation, in particular for women, children, and minorities and displaced communities.

3) Develop and maintain coordination and cooperation mechanisms among stakeholders

• Reinforce existing coordination mechanisms and assist in the establishment of new field coordination for a wherever required.

• Liaise closely with the Office of the UNDSS, UNSOM, UN agencies, NGO’s and other partners to ensure a safe and effective operating environment.

• Facilitate the coordination of humanitarian interventions through developing routine information and idea exchange with local and international aid actors, and participating in and facilitating joint field assessments, evaluations and routine monitoring mechanisms

• Support, in collaboration with UN agencies, NGOs and other local partners, the development and monitoring of the implementation of the Common Humanitarian Action Plan in the relevant area of operation.

• Improve participation of local actors in the relevant area of operation, including authorities, beneficiaries, and civil society, in the planning and implementation of aid activities.

4) Ensures facilitation of knowledge building and management focusing on achievement of the following results:

• Identify sources of information related to coordination. Identification and synthesis of best practices and lessons learnt directly linked to country policy goals.

• Provision of referral services for agencies without field representation to access national institutions and processes and for national partners to access the expertise of agencies without field representation.

• Sound contributions to knowledge networks and communities of practice.

• Organize trainings to UN staff on coordination issues. • Performs other duties as required.

IV. Functions / Key Results Expected The key results will have an impact on the humanitarian situation in South central and on OCHA core mandates which are:  Alleviate human suffering in complex emergencies.  Promote preparedness and prevention efforts to reduce future vulnerability.  Facilitate sustainable solutions by addressing root causes and advocate for the rights of people in need.

V. Competencies Functional Competencies:

 Identifies and communicates relevant information for a variety of audiences for advocating UN’s priorities  Maintains a functioning network of contacts with a variety of stakeholders to promote a better understanding of OCHA’s development agenda and to support advocacy efforts

Building Strategic Partnerships

 Maintains an established network of contacts for general information sharing and to remain up-to-date on partnership related issues  Analyzes and selects materials for strengthening strategic alliances with partners and stakeholders

Innovation and Marketing New Approaches

 Generates new ideas and proposes new, more effective ways of doing things  Documents and analyses innovative strategies/best practices/new approaches Resource Mobilization

 Collects, researches and analyzes information on resource mobilization and utilization, drafts reports and documents and maintains information/databases on potential and actual donors and donor funded projects  Provides data and information needed for preparation of fund raising activities and resource mobilization documents ensuring needs of donors are met

Promoting Organizational Learning and Knowledge Sharing

 Generates new ideas and approaches, researches best practices and proposes new, more effective ways of doing things  Documents and analyses innovative strategies and new approaches

Job Knowledge/Technical Expertise

 Understands and applies fundamental concepts and principles of a professional discipline or technical specialty relating to the position  Possesses basic knowledge of organizational policies and procedures relating to the position and applies them consistently in work tasks  Strives to keep job knowledge up-to-date through self-directed study and other means of learning  Demonstrates good knowledge of information technology and applies it in work assignments  Demonstrates in-depth understanding and knowledge of the current

Client Orientation

 Researches potential solutions to internal and external client needs and reports back in a timely, succinct and appropriate fashion  Organizes and prioritizes work schedule to meet client needs and deadlines  Establishes, builds and sustains effective relationships within the work unit and with internal and external clients

Core Competencies  Demonstrating/safeguarding ethics and integrity
 Demonstrate corporate knowledge and sound judgment  Self-development, initiative-taking  Acting as a team player and facilitating team work  Facilitating and encouraging open communication in the team, communicating effectively  Creating synergies through self-control  Managing conflict  Learning and sharing knowledge and encourage the learning of others. Promoting learning and knowledge management/sharing is the responsibility of each staff member.  Informed and transparent decision making

VI. Recruitment Qualifications

Education:
• Master’s Degree or equivalent in political science, sociology, law or international relations or related field with 2 years for experience • A first level university degree with a combination of relevant academic qualifications and experience or other related field may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree with 4 years of experience

Experience: • Relevant professional experience, preferably in complex emergency and inter-agency contexts, dealing with relief and transitional issues. • Familiarity with UN policies, rules and procedures, particularly in relation to humanitarian response and coordination, and knowledge of institutional mandates, policies and guidelines pertaining to humanitarian assistance, especially the humanitarian reform agenda. • Ability to research, analyzes, evaluate and synthesize information. • Ability to express clearly and concisely, ideas and concepts in written and oral form. • Knowledge/working experience in UNOCHA is desirable. • Computer proficiency, including working knowledge of e-mail and MS Office products (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.)

Language requirements: • Proficiency in both oral and written English • Knowledge of Somali is a requirement. • Knowledge of Arabic is desirable.

Interested and qualified candidates should submit their application to http://jobs.undp.org/ or https://jobs.undp.org/cj_view_job.cfm?cur_job_id=44240

I. Position Information

Job Title: Humanitarian Affairs Analyst (HAA), UNOCHA Type of Contract: Fixed-Term Appointment (Local) Grade/Level: NOB Direct Supervisor:Head of Jubas and Gedo Regions Duty station: Kismayo, Lower Juba - Somalia

II. Organizational Context

The situation in Somalia remains fragile with continued political instability, climatic variability, and lack of basic social services. OCHA’s role is to coordinate effective and principled inter-agency humanitarian response and ensure that relief assistance reaches the people who need it in a timely manner. In line with OCHA’s global mission, OCHA Somalia continues to:

1. Advocate for access to basic services, especially water, sanitation, education and health for vulnerable communities, including the collection, analysis and dissemination of information to humanitarian partners, and negotiation of access.
2. Support the government efforts and humanitarian organizations in relocation of internally displaced and return.
3. Coordinate the implementation of humanitarian response in Somalia with UN agencies and programmes, national and international NGOs and local authorities/communities as appropriate, with focus on strengthening the cluster approach.
4. Enhance a protective environment that respects the human rights of all, including IDPs, returnees and minority clans.

III. Key Functions:

Under the overall guidance of the Head of the Jubas and Gedo regions’ field office, the HAA is expected to have comprehensive knowledge on the issues in the Lower and Middle Juba, South Central and Somalia as a whole; he is expected to play key role in ensuring the primary objectives of OCHA Somalia are met. This can be done by contributing to the following functions:

Summary of Key Functions:

• Analyse humanitarian situation • Develop and implement proper strategies which will be suitable with local contexts • Develop and maintain coordination and cooperation mechanisms among stakeholders • Ensures facilitation of knowledge building and management

1) Analyse humanitarian situation

• Gather information on issues affecting the humanitarian situation, including political, security, social and economic developments, with a special emphasis on their impact on vulnerability, displacement and protection.

• Provide analysis of the operating environment, with the aim of assisting in the establishment of accepted frameworks for engagement and disengagement in areas of conflict.

2) Develop and implement proper strategies which will be suitable with local contexts

• Facilitate the development and implementation of strategies aimed at building the capacity of local authorities and communities to better respond to humanitarian crisis.

• Develop appropriate strategies to improve the application of humanitarian principles and develop ground rules for humanitarian interventions.

• Strengthen protection strategies in the relevant area of operation, in particular for women, children, and minorities and displaced communities.

3) Develop and maintain coordination and cooperation mechanisms among stakeholders

• Reinforce existing coordination mechanisms and assist in the establishment of new field coordination for a wherever required.

• Liaise closely with the Office of the UNDSS, UNSOM, UN agencies, NGO’s and other partners to ensure a safe and effective operating environment.

• Facilitate the coordination of humanitarian interventions through developing routine information and idea exchange with local and international aid actors, and participating in and facilitating joint field assessments, evaluations and routine monitoring mechanisms

• Support, in collaboration with UN agencies, NGOs and other local partners, the development and monitoring of the implementation of the Common Humanitarian Action Plan in the relevant area of operation.

• Improve participation of local actors in the relevant area of operation, including authorities, beneficiaries, and civil society, in the planning and implementation of aid activities.

4) Ensures facilitation of knowledge building and management focusing on achievement of the following results:

• Identify sources of information related to coordination. Identification and synthesis of best practices and lessons learnt directly linked to country policy goals.

• Provision of referral services for agencies without field representation to access national institutions and processes and for national partners to access the expertise of agencies without field representation.

• Sound contributions to knowledge networks and communities of practice.

• Organize trainings to UN staff on coordination issues. • Performs other duties as required.

IV. Functions / Key Results Expected The key results will have an impact on the humanitarian situation in South central and on OCHA core mandates which are:  Alleviate human suffering in complex emergencies.  Promote preparedness and prevention efforts to reduce future vulnerability.  Facilitate sustainable solutions by addressing root causes and advocate for the rights of people in need.

V. Competencies Functional Competencies:

 Identifies and communicates relevant information for a variety of audiences for advocating UN’s priorities  Maintains a functioning network of contacts with a variety of stakeholders to promote a better understanding of OCHA’s development agenda and to support advocacy efforts

Building Strategic Partnerships

 Maintains an established network of contacts for general information sharing and to remain up-to-date on partnership related issues  Analyzes and selects materials for strengthening strategic alliances with partners and stakeholders

Innovation and Marketing New Approaches

 Generates new ideas and proposes new, more effective ways of doing things  Documents and analyses innovative strategies/best practices/new approaches Resource Mobilization

 Collects, researches and analyzes information on resource mobilization and utilization, drafts reports and documents and maintains information/databases on potential and actual donors and donor funded projects  Provides data and information needed for preparation of fund raising activities and resource mobilization documents ensuring needs of donors are met

Promoting Organizational Learning and Knowledge Sharing

 Generates new ideas and approaches, researches best practices and proposes new, more effective ways of doing things  Documents and analyses innovative strategies and new approaches

Job Knowledge/Technical Expertise

 Understands and applies fundamental concepts and principles of a professional discipline or technical specialty relating to the position  Possesses basic knowledge of organizational policies and procedures relating to the position and applies them consistently in work tasks  Strives to keep job knowledge up-to-date through self-directed study and other means of learning  Demonstrates good knowledge of information technology and applies it in work assignments  Demonstrates in-depth understanding and knowledge of the current

Client Orientation

 Researches potential solutions to internal and external client needs and reports back in a timely, succinct and appropriate fashion  Organizes and prioritizes work schedule to meet client needs and deadlines  Establishes, builds and sustains effective relationships within the work unit and with internal and external clients

Core Competencies  Demonstrating/safeguarding ethics and integrity
 Demonstrate corporate knowledge and sound judgment  Self-development, initiative-taking  Acting as a team player and facilitating team work  Facilitating and encouraging open communication in the team, communicating effectively  Creating synergies through self-control  Managing conflict  Learning and sharing knowledge and encourage the learning of others. Promoting learning and knowledge management/sharing is the responsibility of each staff member.  Informed and transparent decision making

VI. Recruitment Qualifications

Education:
• Master’s Degree or equivalent in political science, sociology, law or international relations or related field with 2 years for experience • A first level university degree with a combination of relevant academic qualifications and experience or other related field may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree with 4 years of experience

Experience: • Relevant professional experience, preferably in complex emergency and inter-agency contexts, dealing with relief and transitional issues. • Familiarity with UN policies, rules and procedures, particularly in relation to humanitarian response and coordination, and knowledge of institutional mandates, policies and guidelines pertaining to humanitarian assistance, especially the humanitarian reform agenda. • Ability to research, analyzes, evaluate and synthesize information. • Ability to express clearly and concisely, ideas and concepts in written and oral form. • Knowledge/working experience in UNOCHA is desirable. • Computer proficiency, including working knowledge of e-mail and MS Office products (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.)

Language requirements: • Proficiency in both oral and written English • Knowledge of Somali is a requirement. • Knowledge of Arabic is desirable.

Interested and qualified candidates should submit their application to http://jobs.undp.org/ or https://jobs.undp.org/cj_view_job.cfm?cur_job_id=44240

ANNEX 3

TERMS OF REFERENCE

For the evaluation of SOS Children's Villages International Mother and Child Health Care Programme in Mogadishu and Baidoa, Somalia

Contract n°:

Name of consultant(s): Firm: 1. INTRODUCTION These Terms of Reference (TOR) serve as a request for proposals from individual consultants who are interested in conducting an impact evaluation of SOS Children’s Villages International Mother and Child Health Care Programme in Mogadishu and Baidoa. Details regarding contents of proposals and submission procedures are explained herein. 1.1. Context of the humanitarian crisis (political, natural, etc): After more than two decades of civil conflict, Somalia is currently moving towards normalcy in terms of positive political and security developments as well as the commitment of the international community for a sustainable resolution of the protracted crisis in the country. However, the situation still remains extremely fragile. There is need to be sustained for joint and concerted domestic and international efforts to ensure national reconciliation, long-lasting peace, stability and state building. 1.2. Humanitarian situation: [A brief description.] Protracted conflict, the absence of a fully functioning government, and recurrent drought have greatly limited access to life saving support and basic services and adversely affected people’s ability to resume previous livelihood activities or find other sources of income. Due to the ongoing complex emergency the Somali people are rendered increasingly vulnerable to malnutrition, gender-based violence (GBV) and economic insecurity. The overall security situation in Somalia remains highly volatile and unpredictable. Recent reports from the Food Security and Nutrition Analysis Unit Somalia (FNSAU) reveal that 1.05 million people are still in Crisis situation, 1.67 million people are in Stress , and over one million people are internally displaced. According to UNHCR, more than 60,000 people have been displaced since January 2013. Recently displaced individuals and families are reported to be seeking refuge primarily in Mogadishu and Baidoa from Lower Shabelle, Bay and Bakool regions.
1.3. SOS Kinderdorf International’s (SOS KDI) response: SOS KDI objectives and strategies in the country: The objective of SOS KDI also known “SOS Children’s Villages International” in Somalia is to improve the wellbeing of children through the provision of long-term family based care for children in need. SOS KDI provides a permanent home to orphaned and destitute children until the time when these children are ready to be integrated into society and become contributing members of the community. When an SOS Children’s village is established, SOS KDI also establishes related facilities such as schools and medical centers in order to provide the children and the surrounding communities with needed services for the holistic development of the child. Another strategic objective of SOS KDI is to strengthen families to prevent the abandonment of children. In recognition of the threat of conflict and wars in the destabilization of families and subsequent abandonment of children, SOS KDI is mandated to provide emergency relief and medical services. The main strategic priority in such emergency situations is to save lives and reduce preventable morbidities and mortality rates with emphasis on improving the maternal and child health status of the community. Thus, SOS Emergency Paediatric and Maternity Hospital was established in Mogadishu, during the civil war, to respond to the emergency health and relief needs of Somalia. Other health facilities include SOS Medical Centre in Baidoa and SOS Emergency Health care Center in Badbado IDP in Mogadishu The SOS Children’s Villages International Mother and Child Health Care Programme in Mogadishu and Baidoa provides Primary health Care as well as secondary health care services such as in-patient and out-patient paediatric services, supplementary and therapeutic feeding to malnourished children, ambulance services, in and out-patient maternity services and Maternal and Child Health (MCH) services. 1.4. Justification and timing of the evaluation: The evaluation will commence on the 5th of March 2014. According to the FPA guidelines, evaluations must be carried out within 3 months of the end of the operation and the selected date falls well within the stipulated time. Conducting the evaluation in March will also give SOS KDI ample time to present the evaluation report alongside the final report. 2. PURPOSES OF THE EVALUATION 2.1. Overall objective The overall objective of this evaluation will be to determine the impact of the programme. 2.2. Specific objectives 2.2.1. To assess the impact and effectiveness of the activities implemented in SOS Emergency Paediatric and Maternity Hospital in Mogadishu, SOS Health Centre in Badbado IDP as well as the SOS Medical Centre in Baidoa. 2.2.2. To evaluate the efficiency of the programme in relation to beneficiaries, cost and timeframe of the programme. 2.2.3. To document the current figures of the Objectively Verifiable Indicators as found in the log frame 2.2.4. To make recommendations for improving future interventions. 2.3. Desired results The desired results of the evaluation are: • To document the impact of the programme with special emphasis on the impact the programme has had on women and children. • To provide commentary on the overall programme design, the intervention logic and an analysis of the strategy and methodology used in SOS Children’s Villages International Mother and Child Health Care Program. • To critically examine the log frame and verifiable indicators found in the original proposal and provide post-programme figures along with narrative explaining the reasons for under/over achievement. • To draw conclusions, make recommendations and state lessons learnt for future strategy and improvements in implementation of the programme. • To provide commentary on the current political, social and cultural factors impacting the implementation of the programme. • To document the communities’ attitude towards the programme 3. WORK PLAN The evaluation will be carried out in 3 stages based on the critical assumption that there will be sufficient security in the area within which the evaluation can be undertaken: Stage 1: Undertake a 2-day desk study analyzing all documents regarding the operation, context, previous operations, and partners involved in the implementation of the programme. These documents will be presented to the consultant who will then use the information to plan for the field study. During this stage, preparations for the field evaluation exercise will be finalized: key informants will be identified, resources will be mobilized and a final version of terms of reference and timetable for the field visit will be confirmed. Stage 2: During this stage, the consultant will hold preliminary discussions and interviews with key informants from SOS KDI National office staff and key medical personnel. The field work will consist of 3 workshops to be held at field level with key SOS staff at field level. Beneficiaries and partners should encourage free and frank exchange of views about the implementation and effectiveness of the intervention. Following the evaluation, a one-day workshop should be convened to discuss observations and findings of the evaluation with all the key informants. During this time, key statistics will also be gathered from the Hospital so as to provide figures for the Objectively Verifiable Indicators found in the log frame. Stage 3: This is the debriefing stage and submission of findings including recommendations and conclusions. • The first draft report(s) should be submitted by electronic transmission in accordance with the report format given below to SOS KDI no later than 7 (seven) calendar days after the consultant's return from the field. • The final draft will be submitted to SOS KDI no later than 10 (ten) calendar days after the return of the consultants from the field and should incorporate the comments made by SOS KDI based on the first draft of the report. 4. REPORTS 4.1. The evaluation will result in the drawing up of SOS Children’s Villages International Mother and Child Health Care Programme evaluation report written in a straightforward manner, in English, of a maximum length of 18 pages including the Executive Summary, which should appear at the beginning of the report. 4.2. The report format appearing below must be strictly adhered to: • Cover Page o Title of the evaluation report: o Country, Programme Name o Date of the evaluation; o Name of the consultant; o Indication that “the report has been produced and financed at the request of the European Commission. The comments contained herein reflect the opinions of the consultant only” • Table of Content. • Executive Summary. A tightly drafted, to the point and freestanding Executive Summary is an essential component. It should be short, no more than two pages. It should focus on the key purpose or issues of the evaluation, outline the main points of the analysis, and clearly indicate the main conclusions, lessons learned and specific recommendations. Cross-references should be made to the corresponding page or paragraph numbers in the main text. Member States receive each Executive Summary, which is also published on the ECHO Web Page. The consultant should take this into account when drafting this part of the report. The structure of the Executive Summary must be as follows: • Evaluated action. • Date of the evaluation. • Consultant’s name. • Purpose & methodology. • Main conclusions: These conclusions should refer to the main evaluation criteria and cross-cutting issues dealt with by the consultant and set out under the purpose of evaluation of the terms of reference. • Recommendations. • Lessons learned. Main body of the report: The main body of the report shall refer to the points listed under desired results. In-depth technical analysis of each intervention will be provided as an annex to the main report. It also shall elaborate, although not necessarily in the same order or following the same structure, the elements included in the Executive Summary. It will include references to the methodology used for the evaluation and the context of the action. In particular, for each key conclusion there should be a corresponding recommendation. Recommendations should be as realistic, operational and pragmatic as possible; that is, they should take careful account of the circumstances currently prevailing in the context of the action, and of the resources available to implement it both locally and internationally (16 pages maximum). • Annexes o Terms of Reference; o List of persons interviewed and sites visited; o Map of the areas covered by the operations financed under the action; o Abbreviations. 4.3. All confidential information shall be presented in a separate annex. 4.4. An electronic copy of each report (CD-ROM, Word format) including all annexes must be submitted together with the final reports' hard copies. 5. REQUIRED SKILLS FOR THE CONSULTANT 5.1. Evaluation will be done by a team of 3 experts with experience in the humanitarian field and in the evaluation of humanitarian aid in an emergency context. 5.2. The members of the team will work in close co-ordination. One of them will be designated Team Leader and will have the added responsibility of the overall co-ordination of the mission, of the elaboration of the Synthesis report and of the final coherence of the reports, both in terms of content and presentation. 5.3. The criteria that will be used for selection are as follows: 5.3.1. Method: The suitability of the proposed method for evaluating the impact of the programme. 5.3.2. Timetable/work plan: The timetable/work plan are realistic and meet the needs of SOS Emergency Paediatric and Maternity Hospital 5.3.3. Cost: The cost of the proposal given the availability of data, analysis, method, and other aspects of the proposal should be reasonable and feasible. 5.3.4. Experience: The level of training and experience of the consultants in undertaking impact evaluations and recommendations from organizations for which the consultant(s) have worked previously. 5.4. Proposals should include details on data use, indicators of impact, method, strategy for institutional analysis, work plan, costs, and should include CV of the consultant(s). 6. TIMETABLE The evaluation will be conducted within a month and the final report should be submitted not later than 24th March 2014

7 CONTACT INFORMATION

Interested expert(s) and organizations (s) should prepare and submit to SOS KDI a technical and financial proposal for the assignment by 2nd March 2014 email address:- hr@sossomalia.org The proposal should indicate qualifications and experience with a detailed execution plan and budget. SOS KDI is not obliged to offer the job to the lowest or highest bidder.

POSITION TITLE: Program Director

DEPARTMENT OR COUNTRY PROGRAM: Somalia

RESPONSIBLE TO: ARC Somalia Country Director

STATUS: Full Time

SUPERVISORY CAPACITY: Field Operations Coordinator, M&E Officer, Field Supervisors, MIS Officers

DATE: February 24, 2014

DEPARTMENT/COUNTRY PROGRAM DESCRIPTION/MISSION

The American Refugee Committee (ARC) is an entrepreneurial humanitarian organization that assists displaced people to move from vulnerability to resilience, from impoverishment to a basic level of well-being, and from exclusion to inclusion. ARC, in partnership with USAID will work to enhance the resiliency of vulnerable and more viable households and communities in Lower Juba, Somalia. ARC will use a multi-sector, community-stimulated approach to develop their coping strategies and responses to external shocks and stress. ARC will enable strengthening of community groups’ ability to manage local infrastructure (e.g. wells, health clinics and VSLAs) and will leverage both indigenous and international experience, as well as innovative approaches to implementation of complementary health, nutrition, protection, WASH, and livelihood activities.

PRIMARY PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

American Refugee Committee is seeking a Program Director in anticipation of a USAID-funded program in Somalia. Under direct supervision of the Country Director of ARC for Somalia, the Project Director will oversee the implementation of this multi-year, multi-million dollar USAID program in Somalia. He/she will provide managerial oversight, technical expertise and strategic guidance to program staff, as well as leadership in coordination efforts with a number of implementing partner organizations.

MAJOR AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY

PRIMARY DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
Program start-up

•Manage process of hiring, orienting and monitoring staff. •Establish staffing structure, operational and program management norms in accordance with ARC and donor policies and regulations. •Refine and implement financial and administrative procedures and policies as necessary. •Build a strong team, setting clear expectations with a focus on collaboration and achieving results. •Ensure the establishment of systems and procedures covering project implementation, including recruitment, training, monitoring and evaluation, administrative procedures, logistics and networking with partners and other organizations to ensure the achievement of goals and objectives set up in the project log framework.

Technical Guidance and Leadership (40%)

•Ensure the availability and utilization of tools and systems that support quality program planning and implementation. •Build the capacity of the program team, as needed, through trainings in community service provision and timely, standardized data collection and reporting. •Provide technical oversight in the integration of program components such as health, WASH, protection and livelihoods. •Travel frequently to ARC supported sites for supervisory visits and provision of routine technical guidance to program staff to ensure effective implementation of the project work plan.

Program Management and Program Development (40%)

•Facilitate partnerships with other organizations for programming and advocacy. •Develop, implement, and track work plans and action plans. •Ensure coordination of work/activities among all stakeholders of the project from all project sites, including government health facilities and with the Principal Recipient and its facilities. •Ensure systems and processes in administration, finance, logistics (procurement, maintenance and transport), office procedures, inventory, etc. are followed properly in all field sites. •Ensure the development of a data management tools and system in accordance with the monitoring and evaluation scheme for collection and maintenance of data integrity. •Review budget versus actual spending figures monthly and adjust activity plans accordingly. •Ensure maintenance of all program records. •Facilitate regular staff meetings to keep staff up to date on key matter and support open communication. •Participate and lead needs assessments, analyze, and organize data/information and disseminate to the team and stakeholders as required. •Set and approve changes to the staff work schedule. •Review and approve field purchasing, timesheets, staff leave, payments, finance reports, etc., within ARC policies and guidelines. •Orient new staff and conduct regular performance evaluation according to ARC policy. •Ensure staff compliance with all ARC field policies and procedures. •Ensure compliance with all Somali policies and laws (i.e. labor laws, etc) at the field level. •Lead the production of timely and high quality narrative and financial reports, proposals, and concept notes. •Assist with the development of resource mobilization strategies and revenue forecasts.
•Proactively cultivate relationships with existing and new donors. •Assist with collaborative proposal development processes conforming to ARC’s program framework and capabilities, and donor guidelines.

Representation (20%)

•Represent ARC in donor and other related forums and meetings, liaise and coordinate activities in the field with the Govt and other INGOs and NGOs. •Perform other duties as assigned by HQ Management Team and the Somalia Country Program Director.

EDUCATION, TECHNICAL SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED

•Advanced degree in international development or other relevant field. •Minimum 10 years of progressive professional experience in development work in complex emergency or post-conflict settings •Demonstrated experience/skills in managing multi-sectoral programs, with a focus on resiliency. •Demonstrated experience managing USAID grants and cooperative agreements. •Excellent knowledge of USAID rules and regulations. •Strong diplomatic and interpersonal skills in a cross cultural setting. •Demonstrated ability to build relationships with implementing partners including: host country governments, local governments, donors, local CBOs and other INGOs. •Previous experience with financial management of complex, multi-partner projects. •Ability to develop implementation plans with logical framework as well as develop monitoring and evaluation tools and processes to ensure that set goals and targets are achieved. •Strong participatory leadership skills with the ability to motivate staff and provide leadership for a diverse team in a politically sensitive environment. •Excellence in written and verbal communication in English. •High-level computer literacy; Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook required. •Excellent organization, administrative, supervisory and management skills. •English fluency; fluency in local languages a plus.

KEY BEHAVIORS & ABILITIES

•Highly motivated self-starter who takes direction well, but also can work independently. •Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines, effectively managing multiple priorities. •Extremely flexible with the ability to cope with stressful situations. •Willingness to frequently travel and live in remote and difficult situations. •Cultural awareness and sensitivity essential. •Ability to establish rapport with highly placed government officials, as well as with NGOs and other stakeholders. •Effective decision-maker. •Ability to manage staff and ensure good working relationship with and between staff and stakeholders.

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Issued on: 26th Feb 2014
Deadline For Application: 12th March 2014

POSITION TITLE: Urban & IDP Analyst GRADE LEVEL: SC-10

CONTRACT TYPE:
National Personnel Project
DUTY STATION:
Mogadishu (Initial Orientation in Nairobi)

ORGANIZATIONAL UNIT:
FAO-Somalia

DURATION:
11 Months (Subject to a probationary period) ELIGIBLE CANDIDATES: SOMALI NATIONALS ONLY ANTICIPATED START DATE:
Immediately GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF TASK(S) AND OBJECTIVES TO BE ACHIEVED Under the overall supervision of the Officer in Charge (O.I.C.) FAO Somalia and of the Project Manager/ CTA and the direct supervision of the Food Security Technical Manager to provide programme support in the formulation, monitoring and reporting of the field programme at country office level. In particular to:

• Deliver on FSNAU’s Urban analysis, including improvements in urban survey methods and tools and analysis of shocks on the urban populations and urban thematic applied research. • Contribute to institutional capacity development activities through a provision of trainings, supporting and giving guidance in analysis to members of government and civil society targeted for capacity development • In close consultation with UNHCR Somalia, deliver on FSNAU’s internally displaced persons (IDP) analysis, including improvements in IDP survey methods and tools such as analysis of shocks on IDPs and IDP thematic applied research • Analyse civil insecurity situation in Somalia based on secondary and primary data collected by FSNAU and contribute to improved methods and tools for analysing/ collecting civil insecurity information • Develop and update urban, IDP and civil insecurity sector analytical framework including methods, tools, sampling approach and analysis plan used • Provide technical and managerial supervision of the FSNAU field analysts to deliver on planned urban and IDP assessments and analysis • In close collaboration with the baseline team, ensure protracted IDP specific indicators and analyses are included as appropriate in the urban baseline analysis. • Analyze and prepare written regular monthly reports on the Somalia urban, IDP and civil insecurity analysis contributing to FSNAU food security publications as required. • Plan and organise urban and IDP assessments, including seasonal assessments and any other required ad-hoc assessments, in close consultation with the Information Systems Manager and Food Security Technical Manager • When necessary as part of FSNAU’s core analytical activities conduct field work in urban and IDP analysis in all parts of Somalia. • Participate in livelihoods technical meetings and workshops, representing FSNAU as the Urban and IDP Analyst as well as Protection cluster meetings and deliver presentation as required. Also participate in other technical meetings and discussions to ensure effective contributions using FSNAU analysis and data. • Any other duties as requested by the Food Security Technical Manager or CTA. • Perform other related duties as required.

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS Civil insecurity sector articles and integrated analysis for Urban and IDPs in Somalia are produced for FSNAU’s food security products Articles and other deliverables submitted by urban/ IDP field analysts are commented and technically edited Field assessment plans for urban and IDP assessment, including the budget, are drawn and submitted to Deputy Food Security Manager for overall food security assessment plan Inputs provided on methods and tools Analytical framework for urban, IDP and civil insecurity is drawn and updated when required

Education:

• University degree in related field (food security, economics, demographics, statistics, etc.)

Technical Competencies and Experience Requirements

• capacity for management and supervision • strong critical thinking and writing ability • strong skills in basic computer packages

Work Experience:

• minimum 5 years of relevant work experience in food security and livelihood issues in Somalia • minimum 2 years experiences in urban and IDP analysis, ideally in Somalia

Languages:

• English & Somali

Selection Criteria

• willingness to learn and apply new analytical approaches • Sensitivity to the social and cultural environment of Somali • Able to travel widely throughout Somalia • Somali National

TO APPLY:

Send your application to:

Candidates are requested to submit a covering letter quoting the Position Title and Vacancy Announcement No.FAO/13/2014 along with their current/detailed Curriculum Vitae and FAO Personal Profile Form (PPF) available http://www.fao.org/employment/irecruitment-access/en/. E-mail is the preferred means of receipt and the application should be sent to HR-Somalia@fao.org

Applications must be received by the deadline. Late applications will not be considered.

Only short listed candidates meeting all essential qualifications will be contacted.

Issued on: 26th Feb 2014
Deadline For Application: 12th March 2014

POSITION TITLE: Urban & IDP Analyst GRADE LEVEL: SC-10

CONTRACT TYPE:
National Personnel Project
DUTY STATION:
Mogadishu (Initial Orientation in Nairobi)

ORGANIZATIONAL UNIT:
FAO-Somalia

DURATION:
11 Months (Subject to a probationary period) ELIGIBLE CANDIDATES: SOMALI NATIONALS ONLY ANTICIPATED START DATE:
Immediately GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF TASK(S) AND OBJECTIVES TO BE ACHIEVED Under the overall supervision of the Officer in Charge (O.I.C.) FAO Somalia and of the Project Manager/ CTA and the direct supervision of the Food Security Technical Manager to provide programme support in the formulation, monitoring and reporting of the field programme at country office level. In particular to:

• Deliver on FSNAU’s Urban analysis, including improvements in urban survey methods and tools and analysis of shocks on the urban populations and urban thematic applied research. • Contribute to institutional capacity development activities through a provision of trainings, supporting and giving guidance in analysis to members of government and civil society targeted for capacity development • In close consultation with UNHCR Somalia, deliver on FSNAU’s internally displaced persons (IDP) analysis, including improvements in IDP survey methods and tools such as analysis of shocks on IDPs and IDP thematic applied research • Analyse civil insecurity situation in Somalia based on secondary and primary data collected by FSNAU and contribute to improved methods and tools for analysing/ collecting civil insecurity information • Develop and update urban, IDP and civil insecurity sector analytical framework including methods, tools, sampling approach and analysis plan used • Provide technical and managerial supervision of the FSNAU field analysts to deliver on planned urban and IDP assessments and analysis • In close collaboration with the baseline team, ensure protracted IDP specific indicators and analyses are included as appropriate in the urban baseline analysis. • Analyze and prepare written regular monthly reports on the Somalia urban, IDP and civil insecurity analysis contributing to FSNAU food security publications as required. • Plan and organise urban and IDP assessments, including seasonal assessments and any other required ad-hoc assessments, in close consultation with the Information Systems Manager and Food Security Technical Manager • When necessary as part of FSNAU’s core analytical activities conduct field work in urban and IDP analysis in all parts of Somalia. • Participate in livelihoods technical meetings and workshops, representing FSNAU as the Urban and IDP Analyst as well as Protection cluster meetings and deliver presentation as required. Also participate in other technical meetings and discussions to ensure effective contributions using FSNAU analysis and data. • Any other duties as requested by the Food Security Technical Manager or CTA. • Perform other related duties as required.

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS Civil insecurity sector articles and integrated analysis for Urban and IDPs in Somalia are produced for FSNAU’s food security products Articles and other deliverables submitted by urban/ IDP field analysts are commented and technically edited Field assessment plans for urban and IDP assessment, including the budget, are drawn and submitted to Deputy Food Security Manager for overall food security assessment plan Inputs provided on methods and tools Analytical framework for urban, IDP and civil insecurity is drawn and updated when required

Education:

• University degree in related field (food security, economics, demographics, statistics, etc.)

Technical Competencies and Experience Requirements

• capacity for management and supervision • strong critical thinking and writing ability • strong skills in basic computer packages

Work Experience:

• minimum 5 years of relevant work experience in food security and livelihood issues in Somalia • minimum 2 years experiences in urban and IDP analysis, ideally in Somalia

Languages:

• English & Somali

Selection Criteria

• willingness to learn and apply new analytical approaches • Sensitivity to the social and cultural environment of Somali • Able to travel widely throughout Somalia • Somali National

TO APPLY:

Send your application to:

Candidates are requested to submit a covering letter quoting the Position Title and Vacancy Announcement No.FAO/13/2014 along with their current/detailed Curriculum Vitae and FAO Personal Profile Form (PPF) available http://www.fao.org/employment/irecruitment-access/en/. E-mail is the preferred means of receipt and the application should be sent to HR-Somalia@fao.org

Applications must be received by the deadline. Late applications will not be considered.

Only short listed candidates meeting all essential qualifications will be contacted.

Organizational Profile in Summary: The Somaliland Youth Development and Voluntary Organization (SOYDAVO) was 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 Program 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 • Developing and writing grant proposals to foundations and other grant-making organizations, persuasively communicating the organization’s mission and programs to potential funders; • Assembling and submitting grant requests, including letters, proposals, budgets, and presentations; • Establishing and maintaining personal contact and relationships with foundation contacts and program officers; • Ensuring prompt acknowledgement of foundation endowments; • Maintaining calendar to ensure timely submission of letters of inquiry, proposal deadlines, and reports; • Conducting prospect research; • Prioritizing projects to keep multiple projects moving in a timely manner, meet deadlines and manage supplemental material required for proposals’ • Providing writing support for major donor and individual contribution letters and acknowledgements. • Responsible for staff capacity building including writing grants, communication and reporting skills • Ensure proper office documentations as well as filling and editing organizational policies, resolutions and manuals for the organization

Qualifications • The successful candidate will be able to craft funding proposals in a clear and compelling manner. • Excellent writing, analytical, and research skills are essential. • 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. • A high level of computer literacy required, including familiarity with Raisers Edge and Foundation Center databases. • 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. • 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.

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.

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

SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITY:

Under the direct supervision of the Field Manager, the Logistics & Administration Officer will be responsible for ensuring that all the necessary Administration, logistics and procurement of the organization is effected in the program, in addition to the above the Logistics & Administration Officer is required to manage and support, the development and proper functioning of any project office deemed necessary to support the program and prepare all required reports and submit a monthly logistics & Administration report for all Supply Chain activities to the Field Manager/Supply Chain Manager.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES: • To ensure that the necessary logistics and organization is effected for all projects. • Where necessary, to manage, or support, the development and proper functioning of any project office deemed necessary to support the program. • To assess potential projects as requested by the Field manager and other senior management staff. • To familiarize him/self with the IRC Global supply Chain Manual and comply with the policies outlined therein. • Monitor and ensure that all personnel documents are updated and maintained in the personnel files at the field office • To complete required reports and submit a monthly Supply Chain reports for all supply chain activities in all sites to the Field Manager/Supply Chain Manager. • Ensure that all procurements are in compliance to IRC Somalia policies • Supports the staff in the Programmes/Supply Chain department in the handling of all procurement and other logistical works and documentations • Ensure the maintenance of the filing system for the procurement office per grant and helps to update the files as when necessary. • Maintain a warehouse and inventory register • Responsible for the timely follow up for the servicing and maintenance of the IRC assets in the Nairobi office • Monitor and ensure the timely preparation and payment of payroll for the Ministry of Health seconded staffs, back pay, severance and other related pays due to staff • Work with Log Assistant to maintain an updated asset register by doing a regular updates on the asset tracking sheet • Review all delivered goods or materials as per the approved contract or Purchase Order (PO) with all relevant documents (delivery notes) being filled appropriately. Inform programs and other sectors timely about the delivery of goods and services at the appropriate site as stated on the initial PR document • Ensure that up-to-date files for price guide / catalogs / products technical information to be used by the office for Budgetary and ordering purposes are maintained. • Support the handling of the warehouse, transport issues and other administrative responsibilities that will be assigned to him/her • Follow up on contract renewals and Implementation of policies in Garowe field office. • Ensure complete documentation for payment of all goods/services procured • Undertake admin work for Garowe and report to Field manager/Senior HR Officer • Maintain up to date leave records for staff and ensure staff submit timesheet by 7th of each month • Overall responsibility for office administration ensuring smooth functioning of the office and portrayal of professionalism- cleanliness, staff attendance, management of visitors

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: • Bachelor degree in Logistics or Business management and any other relevant field. • Knowledge of Somali language will be an added advantage. • Thorough method of working with ability to work under pressure to pursue multiple tasks simultaneously to successful conclusions; • Management ability to lead, motivate and develop staff; • Positive attitude with good sense of humour; • Committed team player; • Ability to live and work in a fairly isolated area and in conditions of limited comfort; • Good computer skills (Word, Excel); knowledge of prolog is an advantage • At least one year's experience working as a Logistician or a related field • The following experience will all be advantageous: previous NGO work, work in Africa, experience in repairing/maintaining vehicles, communications (Codan HF, VHF).

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES: • Commitment, punctuality, proactive, a good team player, ability to work under difficult conditions in the field, trustworthy, honesty, etc

To apply for this position, interested candidates should visit this link http://ch.tbe.taleo.net/CH02/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=IRC&cws=1&r...

Somali Nationals Are Encouraged To Apply International Allowances Are Not Available For This Position.

POSITION TITLE: M&E Coordinator
DEPARTMENT OR COUNTRY PROGRAM: Somalia
RESPONSIBLE TO: Project Director
STATUS: Full-time
SUPERVISORY CAPACITY:
DATE: February 26, 2014

DEPARTMENT/COUNTRY PROGRAM DESCRIPTION/MISSION
The American Refugee Committee (ARC) is an entrepreneurial humanitarian organization that assists displaced people to move from vulnerability to resilience, from impoverishment to a basic level of well-being, and from exclusion to inclusion.

ARC, in partnership with USAID will work to enhance the resiliency of vulnerable and more viable households and communities in Lower Juba, Somalia. ARC will use a multi-sector, community-stimulated approach to develop their coping strategies and responses to external shocks and stress. ARC will enable strengthening of community groups’ ability to manage local infrastructure (e.g. wells, health clinics and VSLAs) and will leverage both indigenous and international experience, as well as innovative approaches to implementation of complementary health, nutrition, protection, WASH, and livelihood activities.

PRIMARY PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
American Refugee Committee is seeking an M&E Coordinator in anticipation of a USAID-funded program in Somalia. This person will be responsible for M&E tool and systems development, roll out and quality assurance of M&E standards and practices, coordination of project staff preparation of donor reports, ensuring compliance with donor and ARC policies, and general leadership in technical guidance and oversight related to M&E.

MAJOR AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY
PRIMARY DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
Technical and Systems Development

• Development of Project Monitoring and Evaluation Plan (including development of relevant M&E indicators)
• Develop appropriate data collection and evaluation tools
• Oversee the development, on-going modifications, strengthening and functioning of M&E databases
• Adapt as necessary, evaluation measures and tools developed by partners at national and international levels.
  M&E Implementation
• Provide technical guidance and oversight in the data collection, collation and feedback activities
• Coordinate design and implementation of project surveys including; rapid assessments/situational analyses, baseline studies, special studies, and other research activities
• Work with the staff at central and field station offices to strengthen ground-level monitoring, evaluation and feedback processes
• Develop and implement data/information dissemination/utilisation plans
  Programme Management
• Work very closely with a range of project staff to prepare quarterly and annual and other reports as may be required
• Oversee all the reporting and feedback processes
• Strengthen and supervise the M&E skills of program staff
• Participate in M&E-related conferences and meetings with project partners, collaborating agencies, donor agencies and other organisations working in the relevant areas;
• Participate and contribute to management decision making processes by availing all the program information required

• Represent ARC in a variety of fora.**

  EDUCATION, TECHNICAL SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED**

• Minimum 5 years of experience working in complex emergency or post-conflict setting programs with multi-donors and multi-site grants.

• Minimum 3 years experience in a similar position with a focus on monitoring and evaluation with demonstrated success in contributing to project design, proposal development, grant management, and donor reporting.
• High level skills in mentoring, training, capacity building, and team development, with a focus on accountability, quality and compliance with donor regulations.
• Excellent organizational skills with an ability to prioritize and attend to detail.
• Knowledge of institutional donors (United Nations, USAID/OFDA, BPRM, DFID, etc.) regulations, procedures and requirements a plus.
• Proven ability to establishing and ensure success of local CBO M&E contributions.
• Excellence in written and verbal communication.
• High-level computer literacy; statistical analysis software (STATA/SPSS), Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook required. Access or other database software an advantage.
• Must be fluent in English.

KEY BEHAVIORS & ABILITIES

• Commitment to ARC’s mandate and objectives.
• Proven ability to coordinate, manage and delegate work appropriately.
• Experience working with diverse communities.
• Highly developed organizational, liaison and communication skills.
• Ability to work under own initiative and as part of a small team.
• Ability to multi-task, work under pressure, and be administratively self-sufficient.

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The project has a target of reaching 400 disadvantaged youth (40% females) through provision of employable skills training, linked with entrepreneurship training. The skills training are being conducted through EBTVET centers in Mogadishu. To enhance the graduates’ entry into self-employment, entrepreneurship will be taught. The entrepreneurship training is meant to train the trainees on how to generate business ideas, marketing, small business management, financial literacy, resource mobilization and business planning among others.

To improve on the employability of TVET graduates, it is important to avail information on employment opportunities and the emerging skills in the market. This can be done through an Employment Advisory Services (EAS) center to be set up in a TVET Center. The EAS center will train the graduates on “soft skills” which will emphasis on personal qualities, work habits and attitudes which make someone a good employee. The Center will also provide career guidance and counseling and give advice to youth and adult planning to venture in self-employment.

Interested and eligible applicants can send copies of their CVs, testimonials Technical proposal and Financial proposal and copies of two recent and relevant evaluations work carried out by the applicant(s) to:

Human Resources Officer

**Save the Children International – Somalia Programme **

Email:Somalia.Vacancies@savethechildren.org**.****Deadline for applications is Thursday 13^th February 2014 **

Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT NO: FAO/14/2014 Issued on: 26th Feb 2014
Deadline For Application: 7th March 2014

POSITION TITLE: Operations Assistant GRADE LEVEL: SC4

CONTRACT TYPE:
National Personnel Project
DUTY STATION:Mogadishu, Somalia

ORGANIZATIONAL UNIT: FAO-Somalia

DURATION:    3 Months, with possible extension 

ELIGIBLE CANDIDATES: SOMALI NATIONALS ONLY ANTICIPATED START DATE:
Immediately

Under the overall supervision of the Officer in Charge (O.I.C.) FAO Somalia and the direct supervision of the Programme Coordinator and/or the NPO, to provide administrative and operational support in the formulation and implementation of the field programme at country office level. In particular to: • Assemble into final form project documents, selected background material and ensure that agreed inputs and related specifications are properly reflected; • Establish and maintain up-to-date basic records required for project implementation, and reference records on directives and procedures of a technical or administrative nature relating to field operations work; reconcile operational records with other corporate records of the organization regarding personnel, budget, training, purchases, contracts and reports; • Receive and review incoming mail, attach appropriate background and identify action to be taken; on own initiative or minimum instructions prepare in final form replies to correspondence on operations matters; identify non-routine matters and potential policy issues, prepare background and refer matter with relevant notes to direct supervisor; • Initiate and follow-up a broad variety of administrative and operational actions necessary for the timely implementation of projects, including recruitment actions, travel requests, letters of introduction/instructions, briefing schedules and procurement of equipment, works and services as well as partnership agreement (LOA and PA); • Liaise with field staff, HQs, Public Administrations, NGO, Counterparts on all administrative and operations matters as requested; • During the absence of the direct supervisor, take appropriate action in the day-to-day work related to project activities in line with the approved work plans; report on emergency situations and brief the direct supervisor on return; • Secure information on technical matters from designated subject matter officer, prepare briefs, notes and periodic reports and monitor receipt, circulation and processing of field reports;

• Perform other related duties as required.

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS Expected Outputs:

N/A Required Completion Date:

Minimum Requirements

Knowledge and skills: Diploma level education, including or supplemented by courses in general administration or related training. Good knowledge of project operations procedures, initiative, good judgment and ability to organize office work and prepare correspondence on own initiative. Willingness to work as a team member and attention to detail. Good ability to use PC, word processors and other technology equipment.

Experience: 5years of administrative or operations experience, of which at least two years related to implementation of larger programmes or projects.

Languages: Good working knowledge (level C) of English and knowledge of local languages.
KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS Expected Outputs:

N/A Required Completion Date: TO APPLY:

Send your application to:

Candidates are requested to submit a covering letter quoting the Position Title and Vacancy Announcement No.FAO/13/2014 along with their current/detailed Curriculum Vitae and FAO Personal Profile Form (PPF) available http://www.fao.org/employment/irecruitment-access/en/. E-mail is the preferred means of receipt and the application should be sent to HR-Somalia@fao.org

Applications must be received by the deadline. Late applications will not be considered.

Only short listed candidates meeting all essential qualifications will be contacted.

Send your application to:

Candidates are requested to submit a covering letter quoting the Position Title and Vacancy Announcement No.FAO/14/2014 along with their current/detailed Curriculum Vitae and FAO Personal Profile Form (PPF) available http://www.fao.org/employment/irecruitment-access/en/. E-mail is the preferred means of receipt and the application should be sent to HR-Somalia@fao.org

ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT

Adeso is an expanding and vibrant African based international development and humanitarian organization. At Adeso, we work with African communities who are yet to realize their full potential; working inside these communities to create environments in which Africans can thrive. Our belief that economic, social and environmental security is the bedrock of a healthy community drives the nature and intent of our programming. We work to prevent and overcome situations that adversely affect community well-being by: reinvigorating the economy, developing skills for life and work, providing humanitarian aid, and influencing policy.

For the past 20 years we have strengthened rural livelihoods through environmental awareness, training, technology transfer and innovative humanitarian projects in pursuit of a peaceful, self-reliant, and greener future. Currently, Adeso has programs in Somalia, Kenya and South Sudan.

Adeso is an exciting and dynamic organization experiencing managed rapid growth. It offers sound employment conditions with opportunities for personal growth and development.

POSITION SUMMARY

The incumbent will be responsible for overall management of finance activities of the projects in South Somalia to enable the project activities to proceed with maximum efficiency while adhering to Adeso’s policies and procedures.

Based in Bandarbeyla, the finance officer will be a full-time member of the Adeso team and will play a crucial role in the management of the finances affairs of the projects and the office.

SPECIFIC ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

·
Provide Accounting support to the project and management while ensuring compliance with internal controls, donor regulations and budget restrictions

·
Record accounting transactions including coding of payment vouchers before making payment, and ensure an efficient, proper and transparent financial filing system of all documents relating to finance are maintained (e.g., monthly payment of bills, contracts, rent and local salaries.)

·
Prepare and examine accounting records, financial statements, and other financial reports and ensure accuracy, completeness and conformance to reporting and procedural standards

·
Plan for cash flow requirements for the project and submit updated cash forecast and monthly cash requests to the Project accountant on a timely basis.

·
Process and make payments as provided in the approved budget

·
Ensure timely recovery of all advances including travel and mid-month advances and provide monthly update of any outstanding advances to the Finance officer

·
Assist with facilitation of internal and external auditprocedures as required.

·
Ensuring compliance and enforcement of internal policies, donor regulations and budget restrictions on all projects.

·
Ensure proper procurement procedures are adhered to at all times, including maintaining of vendor contracts, lease agreements, and any other service contracts as may be required.

·
Ensure that proper authorization is obtained for all disbursements. Assess accuracy and completeness of documentation and conformity with reporting and procedural standards.

HR & Admin Duties

·
Orientation - Arrange and monitor induction for all staff and ensure that meetings are arranged, objectives met and that feedback is obtained.

·
Employee Database Management - Maintain the staff database (currently to be on Excel) and the personnel files for all staff in the Programs; and collect and maintain basic details for all staff.

·
Separation - To ensure that when a member of staff separates from the Organization exit interviews are conducted, equipment or documents are retrieved, final payments have been arranged with Finance and that the personal file is closed.

·
Benefits

• Monitor dates

    relating to balances of Annual leave and sickness absence and advise staff
     accordingly.
  

• To ensure employee medical records are up to date

    and that arrangements are made for any medical treatment that is required.
     To ensure that staff have current National Hospital Insurance Funds cards.
  

• To process

    insurance claims on behalf of staff and ensure that all relevant policies
     are up to date.
  

·
To keep management informed of contracts end dates, probation dates, Performance Review dates and constantly ensures that the contracts database is up to date.

·
Assist in the identification of best practices within and outside of Adeso and help in the documentation and implementation of such practices

·
Help in assessing any system gaps and bottlenecks to improve the system.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

·
Commitment to Adeso’s mission and vision.

·
Vast experience and knowledge in handling multi donor projects (USAID,EC,DFID and UN Agencies)

·
Certification in Accounting and Finance (ACCA, CPA or CFA).

·
University Degree in Business or Public Administration desirable.

·
At least 3 years of relevant finance experience at the national or international level.

·
Strong Knowledge and experience of institutional donor funding requirements, particularly European commission, UN agencies, DFID and USAID.

·
Ability to train staff on Donor rules and regulations

·
Ability to multi-task and effectively handle stressful situations.

·
Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and Somali.

·
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with a team.

·
Proficiency in computer applications such as MS Office and Accounting software packages.

·
Ability to travel to the field (Bari and Mudug region of Somalia) and work in an isolated area in conditions of limited comfort.

This is a challenging opportunity for a dedicated and highly motivated professional. If you would like to join this dynamic team and, please submit your application to jobs@adesoafrica.orgquoting the position in the email subject matter byMarch 9^th, 2014. Each application should be addressed to the Regional Human Resource Manager and include the following:

·
An updated CV; and

·
An application letter which should include remuneration requirements and contact information for three work-related referees.

Applications not including all of the above information will not be reviewed. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Adeso is an equal opportunity employer and female candidates are encouraged to apply.

ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT

Adeso is an expanding and vibrant African based international development and humanitarian organization. At Adeso, we work with African communities who are yet to realize their full potential; working inside these communities to create environments in which Africans can thrive. Our belief that economic, social and environmental security is the bedrock of a healthy community drives the nature and intent of our programming. We work to prevent and overcome situations that adversely affect community well-being by: reinvigorating the economy, developing skills for life and work, providing humanitarian aid, and influencing policy.

For the past 20 years we have strengthened rural livelihoods through environmental awareness, training, technology transfer and innovative humanitarian projects in pursuit of a peaceful, self-reliant, and greener future. Currently, Adeso has programs in Somalia, Kenya and South Sudan.

Adeso is an exciting and dynamic organization experiencing managed rapid growth. It offers sound employment conditions with opportunities for personal growth and development.

POSITION SUMMARY

The incumbent will be responsible for overall management of finance activities of the projects in Somalia to enable the project activities to proceed with maximum efficiency while adhering to Adeso’s policies and procedures.

Based in Mogadishu, the finance officer will be a full-time member of the Adeso team and will play a crucial role in the management of the finances affairs of the projects and the office.

SPECIFIC ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

·
Provide Accounting support to the project and management while ensuring compliance with internal controls, donor regulations and budget restrictions

·
Record accounting transactions including coding of payment vouchers before making payment, and ensure an efficient, proper and transparent financial filing system of all documents relating to finance are maintained (e.g., monthly payment of bills, contracts, rent and local salaries.)

·
Prepare and examine accounting records, financial statements, and other financial reports and ensure accuracy, completeness and conformance to reporting and procedural standards

·
Plan for cash flow requirements for the project and submit updated cash forecast and monthly cash requests to the Project accountant on a timely basis.

·
Process and make payments as provided in the approved budget

·
Ensure timely recovery of all advances including travel and mid-month advances and provide monthly update of any outstanding advances to the Finance officer

·
Assist with facilitation of internal and external auditprocedures as required.

·
Ensuring compliance and enforcement of internal policies, donor regulations and budget restrictions on all projects.

·
Ensure proper procurement procedures are adhered to at all times, including maintaining of vendor contracts, lease agreements, and any other service contracts as may be required.

·
Ensure that proper authorization is obtained for all disbursements. Assess accuracy and completeness of documentation and conformity with reporting and procedural standards.

·
Assist in the orientation of new staff (Finance and non-finance staff)

·
Assist in the identification of best practices within and outside of Adeso and help in the documentation and implementation of such practices

·
Help in assessing any system gaps and bottlenecks to improve the system.

HR & Admin Duties

·
Orientation - Arrange and monitor induction for all staff and ensure that meetings are arranged, objectives met and that feedback is obtained.

·
Employee Database Management - Maintain the staff database (currently to be on Excel) and the personnel files for all staff in the Programs; and collect and maintain basic details for all staff.

·
Separation - To ensure that when a member of staff separates from the Organization exit interviews are conducted, equipment or documents are retrieved, final payments have been arranged with Finance and that the personal file is closed.

·
Benefits

• Monitor dates

    relating to balances of Annual leave and sickness absence and advise staff
     accordingly.
  

• To ensure employee medical records are up to date

    and that arrangements are made for any medical treatment that is required.
     To ensure that staff have current National Hospital Insurance Funds cards.
  

• To process

    insurance claims on behalf of staff and ensure that all relevant policies
     are up to date.
  

·
To keep management informed of contracts end dates, probation dates, Performance Review dates and constantly ensures that the contracts database is up to date.

·
Assist in the identification of best practices within and outside of Adeso and help in the documentation and implementation of such practices

·
Help in assessing any system gaps and bottlenecks to improve the system

Security

·
Act as the security focal point for the region;

·
Provide all staff with regular security briefings and updates and ensure that all staffs adhere to security policies and procedures;

·
Conduct regular security and risk assessments for all operational areas.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

·
Commitment to Adeso’s mission and vision.

·
Vast experience and knowledge in handling multi donor projects (USAID,EC,DFID and UN Agencies)

·
Certification in Accounting and Finance (ACCA, CPA or CFA).

·
University Degree in Business or Public Administration desirable.

·
At least 3 years of relevant finance experience at the national or international level.

·
Strong Knowledge and experience of institutional donor funding requirements, particularly European commission, UN agencies, DFID and USAID.

·
Ability to train staff on Donor rules and regulations

·
Ability to multi-task and effectively handle stressful situations.

·
Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and Somali.

·
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with a team.

·
Proficiency in computer applications such as MS Office and Accounting software packages.

·
Ability to travel to the field (Bari and Mudug region of Somalia and) and work in an isolated area in conditions of limited comfort.

This is a challenging opportunity for a dedicated and highly motivated professional. If you would like to join this dynamic team and, please submit your application to jobs@adesoafrica.orgquoting the position in the email subject matter by March 9^th, 2014. Each application should be addressed to the Regional Human Resource Manager and include the following:

·
An updated CV; and

·
An application letter which should include remuneration requirements and contact information for three work-related referees.

Applications not including all of the above information will not be reviewed. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Adeso is an equal opportunity employer and female candidates are encouraged to apply.

I. Position Information

Job Code Title: Project Officer, Community Security

Duty Station: Hargeisa, Somaliland

Reports to: Head of Sub-Office and Project Manager under matrix management arrangements

Current Grade: SB5/SC10

II. Organizational Context

UNDP Somalia operates through its offices in three geographic zones where UNDP has offices, notably South/Central Somalia, Somaliland, or Puntland, with Sub-Offices in Hargeisa and Garowe.

The overall UNDP Somalia Country Programme is strongly focused on post conflict recovery and consolidation of peace with human rights, gender, peace building and HIV/AIDS prevention as cross cutting issues for all its programmatic interventions, with two main portfolios:

(a) Governance and Rule of Law (GROL); and

(b) Poverty Reduction and Environment Protection (PREP).

The GROL programme responds to all four outcome areas outlined in the UNDP Somalia Country Programme: capacity-building for peace and human security, strengthened governance and rule of law institutions, systems, practices and services, increased livelihood opportunities and improved natural resources management, and gender equality. The Programme has six main components that are programmatically and operationally linked. The project components are: Access to Justice, Civilian Police, Community Safety, Institution Building, Local Governance and Constitution. The overall goal is to strengthen rule of law, governance and security.

The PREP Programme spearheads activities intended to support inclusive economic growth, promote local community economic recovery and sustainable livelihoods as well as enhance and promote environmental conservation and re-generation.

The Project Officer has been delegated the responsibility for achievement of project results in Somaliland. Within agreed constraints in the detailed work plan, the incumbent is fully accountable for the delivery of project activities and the achievement of project outputs in this area. In terms of reporting on strategic and substantive matters, the Project Officer reports to the Project Manager and the Project Management Specialist (2nd supervisor).

III. Functions / Key Results Expected

Summary of key functions:

1. Objectives of the project guiding documents and annual work plans are reached at area level
2. Effective and efficient management of financial resources
3. Resource mobilization and efficient procurement and logistical services are effectively supported
4. Ensure effective knowledge building and management
5. Provide specific support to project activities
6. Objectives are the project guiding documents and annual work plans is reached at area level through carrying out the following tasks:

• Oversees activities of the Community Security Project, ensuring objectives as stipulated in AWP are met, relationships are strategically managed with sensitivity.

• Remains abreast of the Community Security trends and applied concepts, advising on the possible new opportunities for intervention and associated risks.

• Ensures, in close consultation with Project Manager and Support Team, the effective application of RBM tools, elaboration of coherent work plans, regular donor progress and impact reports.

• Monitors the project work plans, project effectiveness and achievement of results and provides inputs to the Strategic Results Framework and Results Oriented Annual Report;

• Ensures the highest possible quality of delivery and ensures value for money;

• Ensures efficiency of project team staff and contributes to the overall project management by delegating tasks at the sub-level ensuring efficient and effective delivery of activities;

• Participates in all internal and external (coordination) meetings representing the project;

• Improves/establishes communication and coordination mechanisms and procedures amongst the various stakeholders;

• Supports the enhancement and update of a web-based database to serve as monitoring and reporting tool;

• Manages and monitors identified project risks and updates the status of these risks;

• Ensures the promotion and application of the UNDP drivers of development effectiveness (promotes national ownership and the development of national capacities);

• Fosters policies and partnerships and promotes gender equality for enhanced programmatic results, and other development standards as per UNDP’s corporate multi-year strategy;

• Ensures that all programming is founded on Rights Based approach and that project resources are used in a balanced way and are “conflict sensitive”, ensures adherence to the Do-No-Harm principle and any joint UN operating principles in Somalia relevant to the programme area;

• Ensures the integration of cross-cutting issues, such as gender, HIV/AIDS, peace building, human rights and ICT, into the design, implementation, and monitoring and evaluation of programme/projects; and

• Keeps the Project and Programme Manager abreast of emerging project issues.

1. Effective and efficient management of financial resources at the area level, through carrying out the following tasks:

• In close consultation with Project Manager and the Partnership and Planning Unit, and advisory support of relevant Operations colleagues, contributes to the elaboration of budgets for all activities in the programme portfolio and the continuous monitoring of project work plans;

• Ensures integrity of financial and administrative operations in the project through oversight of financial and budgetary aspects of the projects, ;

• Ensures strict and consistent application of UNDP rules and regulations and ensures the implementation of clear accountability mechanisms throughout the project portfolio; and

• Participates in internal control mechanisms for adherence to UNDP rules and regulations in contracts, assets, procurement and recruitment.

1. Resource mobilization and efficient procurement and logistical services are effectively supported at the area level through carrying out the following tasks:

• Advocates for UNDP with government counterparts, donor community, and the UN;

• Liaises with all UNDP counterparts, government authorities, UNSAS and other stakeholders regularly. Ensures project compliance with corporate human resources policies and strategies;

• Supports the drafting of TORs;

• Ensures project compliance with corporate rules and regulations in the field and management of procurement processes and logistical services;

• Ensures monitoring and evaluation of the projects, including regular field visits and support to the organization of Project Board and Outcome Board meetings and reports on project progress and constraints; and

• Coordinates and cooperate with initiatives of other sections of the UNDP country office.

1. Effective knowledge building and management are ensured at the area level through carrying out the following tasks:

• Contributes to the identification and synthesis of best practices and lessons learned from the Project for organizational sharing and learning;

• Actively participates in the knowledge networks and takes advantage of best practices and lessons learned that are available at the zonal, national, regional and global levels;

• Supports capacity-building of national counterparts; and

• Promotes a knowledge sharing and learning culture in the Country Office.

1. Specific support to project activities is provided at the area level through carrying out the following tasks:

• In all areas, remains abreast of conceptual basis and technical advancements for programming, more specifically in the conceptual areas of alternative sentencing and (e.g. parole and probation), youth social rehabilitation and (re)integration, social cohesion;

• Actively participates in the strategy meetings, giving expert level technical guidance where and when required;

• Advises in the identification of the target communities for activities;

• Supports the international and national consultants (where applicable) with technical and logistical guidance;

• Oversees agreements with implementing partners and counterparts to ensure objectives are met;

• Supports the development of agreements for the government and NGO counterparts in forms of LoAs / MCGAs / Responsible Party Agreements; and

• Monitors activities of partners closely, feeding challenges back to Project management.

IV. Impact of Results

The key results will have an impact on the overall success of the specific areas of cooperation under the UNDP country programme. In particular, the key results will have a direct impact on the effectiveness on the design, implementation and outcome of key project activities results under the specific Programme portfolio.

V. Competencies

Corporate Competencies:

 Demonstrates integrity by modeling the UN’s values and ethical standards

 Promotes the vision, mission, and strategic goals of UNDP

 Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability

Functional Competencies:

Knowledge Management and Learning

 Promotes knowledge management in UNDP and a learning environment in the office through leadership and personal example

 Actively works towards continuing personal learning and development in one or more Practice Areas, acts on learning plan and applies newly acquired skills

Development and Operational Effectiveness

 Ability to lead strategic planning, results-based management and reporting

 Ability to lead formulation, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of development programmes and projects, mobilize resources

 Ability to formulate and manage budgets, manage contributions and investments, manage transactions, conduct financial analysis, reporting and cost-recovery

 Ability to implement new systems and affect staff behavioral/ attitudinal change

 Strong IT skills and knowledge of Atlas

 Excellent knowledge of financial rules and regulations, accounting

 Excellent knowledge of Results Management Guide and Toolkit

Management and Leadership

 Builds strong relationships with clients, focuses on impact and result for the client and responds positively to feedback

 Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude

 Demonstrates good oral and written communication skills

 Demonstrates openness to change and ability to manage complexities

VI. Recruitment Qualifications

Education: • Master’s degree preferably in peace, conflict and security, economics, business or public administration, political or social science, law, international studies, development studies or any other related field is a requirement.

• A first level university degree in a relevant field and minimum four (4) years’ relevant experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Experience: • Minimum two (2) years (if holding advance university degree) or four (4)years relevant experience (if holding a first level university degree) relevant experience at the national or international level, is required; Proven track record of successfully assuming responsibilities of similar size and complexity;

• Technical expertise in community security, social cohesion, peace and/or conflict and/or other directly related fields.

• Experience in inter-agency coordination of development or humanitarian assistance, and working with the United Nations, is desirable

• Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc) and advance knowledge of spreadsheet and database packages.

Language Requirements: • Strong written and spoken English skills

• Knowledge of Somali language is a requirement

VII. Terms of Service

This is a non-staff contract under the Service Contract modality of hiring of the UNDP. Individuals engaged under a Service Contract serve in their individual capacity and not as representative of a government institutions, corporate body or other authority external to UNDP. The incumbent shall not be considered as staff of UNDP, the UN common system or the government and are therefore not entitled to any diplomatic privileges or any other special status or conditions.

Interested and qualified candidates should submit their application to http://jobs.undp.org/ or

http://jobs.undp.org/cj_view_job.cfm?cur_job_id=44505

I. Position Information

Job  Title: Project Officer, Community Security

Duty Station: Garowe, Puntland 

Reports to: Head of Sub-Office and Project Manager under matrix management arrangements

Current Grade: SB5/SC10

II. Organizational Context

UNDP Somalia operates through its offices in three geographic zones where UNDP has offices, notably South/Central Somalia, Somaliland, or Puntland, with Sub-Offices in Hargeisa and Garowe.

The overall UNDP Somalia Country Programme is strongly focused on post conflict recovery and consolidation of peace with human rights, gender, peace building and HIV/AIDS prevention as cross cutting issues for all its programmatic interventions, with two main portfolios:

(a) Governance and Rule of Law (GROL); and

(b) Poverty Reduction and Environment Protection (PREP).

The GROL programme responds to all four outcome areas outlined in the UNDP Somalia Country Programme: capacity-building for peace and human security, strengthened governance and rule of law institutions, systems, practices and services, increased livelihood opportunities and improved natural resources management, and gender equality. The Programme has six main components that are programmatically and operationally linked. The project components are: Access to Justice, Civilian Police, Community Safety, Institution Building, Local Governance and Constitution. The overall goal is to strengthen rule of law, governance and security.

The PREP Programme spearheads activities intended to support inclusive economic growth, promote local community economic recovery and sustainable livelihoods as well as enhance and promote environmental conservation and re-generation.

The Project Officer has been delegated the responsibility for achievement of project results in Puntland. Within agreed constraints in the detailed work plan, the incumbent is fully accountable for the delivery of project activities and the achievement of project outputs in this area. In terms of reporting on strategic and substantive matters, the Project Officer reports to the Project Manager and the Project Management Specialist (2nd supervisor).

III. Functions / Key Results Expected

Summary of key functions:

1. Objectives of the project guiding documents and annual work plans are reached at area level
2. Effective and efficient management of financial resources
3. Resource mobilization and efficient procurement and logistical services are effectively supported
4. Ensure effective knowledge building and management
5. Provide specific support to project activities
6. Objectives are the project guiding documents and annual work plans is reached at area level through carrying out the following tasks:

• Oversees activities of the Community Security Project, ensuring objectives as stipulated in AWP are met, relationships are strategically managed with sensitivity.

• Remains abreast of the Community Security trends and applied concepts, advising on the possible new opportunities for intervention and associated risks.

• Ensures, in close consultation with Project Manager and Support Team, the effective application of RBM tools, elaboration of coherent work plans, regular donor progress and impact reports.

• Monitors the project work plans, project effectiveness and achievement of results and provides inputs to the Strategic Results Framework and Results Oriented Annual Report;

• Ensures the highest possible quality of delivery and ensures value for money;

• Ensures efficiency of project team staff and contributes to the overall project management by delegating tasks at the sub-level ensuring efficient and effective delivery of activities;

• Participates in all internal and external (coordination) meetings representing the project;

• Improves/establishes communication and coordination mechanisms and procedures amongst the various stakeholders;

• Supports the enhancement and update of a web-based database to serve as monitoring and reporting tool;

• Manages and monitors identified project risks and updates the status of these risks;

• Ensures the promotion and application of the UNDP drivers of development effectiveness (promotes national ownership and the development of national capacities);

• Fosters policies and partnerships and promotes gender equality for enhanced programmatic results, and other development standards as per UNDP’s corporate multi-year strategy;

• Ensures that all programming is founded on Rights Based approach and that project resources are used in a balanced way and are “conflict sensitive”, ensures adherence to the Do-No-Harm principle and any joint UN operating principles in Somalia relevant to the programme area;

• Ensures the integration of cross-cutting issues, such as gender, HIV/AIDS, peace building, human rights and ICT, into the design, implementation, and monitoring and evaluation of programme/projects; and

• Keeps the Project and Programme Manager abreast of emerging project issues.

1. Effective and efficient management of financial resources at the area level, through carrying out the following tasks:

• In close consultation with Project Manager and the Partnership and Planning Unit, and advisory support of relevant Operations colleagues, contributes to the elaboration of budgets for all activities in the programme portfolio and the continuous monitoring of project work plans;

• Ensures integrity of financial and administrative operations in the project through oversight of financial and budgetary aspects of the projects, ;

• Ensures strict and consistent application of UNDP rules and regulations and ensures the implementation of clear accountability mechanisms throughout the project portfolio; and

• Participates in internal control mechanisms for adherence to UNDP rules and regulations in contracts, assets, procurement and recruitment.

1. Resource mobilization and efficient procurement and logistical services are effectively supported at the area level through carrying out the following tasks:

• Advocates for UNDP with government counterparts, donor community, and the UN;

• Liaises with all UNDP counterparts, government authorities, UNSAS and other stakeholders regularly. Ensures project compliance with corporate human resources policies and strategies;

• Supports the drafting of TORs;

• Ensures project compliance with corporate rules and regulations in the field and management of procurement processes and logistical services;

• Ensures monitoring and evaluation of the projects, including regular field visits and support to the organization of Project Board and Outcome Board meetings and reports on project progress and constraints; and

• Coordinates and cooperate with initiatives of other sections of the UNDP country office.

1. Effective knowledge building and management are ensured at the area level through carrying out the following tasks:

• Contributes to the identification and synthesis of best practices and lessons learned from the Project for organizational sharing and learning;

• Actively participates in the knowledge networks and takes advantage of best practices and lessons learned that are available at the zonal, national, regional and global levels;

• Supports capacity-building of national counterparts; and

• Promotes a knowledge sharing and learning culture in the Country Office.

1. Specific support to project activities is provided at the area level through carrying out the following tasks:

• In all areas, remains abreast of conceptual basis and technical advancements for programming, more specifically in the conceptual areas of alternative sentencing and (e.g. parole and probation), youth social rehabilitation and (re)integration, social cohesion;

• Actively participates in the strategy meetings, giving expert level technical guidance where and when required;

• Advises in the identification of the target communities for activities;

• Supports the international and national consultants (where applicable) with technical and logistical guidance;

• Oversees agreements with implementing partners and counterparts to ensure objectives are met;

• Supports the development of agreements for the government and NGO counterparts in forms of LoAs / MCGAs / Responsible Party Agreements; and

• Monitors activities of partners closely, feeding challenges back to Project management.

IV. Impact of Results

The key results will have an impact on the overall success of the specific areas of cooperation under the UNDP country programme. In particular, the key results will have a direct impact on the effectiveness on the design, implementation and outcome of key project activities results under the specific Programme portfolio.

V. Competencies

Corporate Competencies:

 Demonstrates integrity by modeling the UN’s values and ethical standards

 Promotes the vision, mission, and strategic goals of UNDP

 Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability

Functional Competencies:

Knowledge Management and Learning

 Promotes knowledge management in UNDP and a learning environment in the office through leadership and personal example

 Actively works towards continuing personal learning and development in one or more Practice Areas, acts on learning plan and applies newly acquired skills

Development and Operational Effectiveness

 Ability to lead strategic planning, results-based management and reporting

 Ability to lead formulation, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of development programmes and projects, mobilize resources

 Ability to formulate and manage budgets, manage contributions and investments, manage transactions, conduct financial analysis, reporting and cost-recovery

 Ability to implement new systems and affect staff behavioral/ attitudinal change

 Strong IT skills and knowledge of Atlas

 Excellent knowledge of financial rules and regulations, accounting

 Excellent knowledge of Results Management Guide and Toolkit

Management and Leadership

 Builds strong relationships with clients, focuses on impact and result for the client and responds positively to feedback

 Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude

 Demonstrates good oral and written communication skills

 Demonstrates openness to change and ability to manage complexities

VI. Recruitment Qualifications

Education: • Master’s degree preferably in peace, conflict and security, economics, business or public administration, political or social science, law, international studies, development studies or any other related field is a requirement.

• A first level university degree in a relevant field and minimum four (4) years’ relevant experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Experience: • Minimum two (2) years (if holding advance university degree) or four (4)years relevant experience (if holding a first level university degree) relevant experience at the national or international level, is required; Proven track record of successfully assuming responsibilities of similar size and complexity;

• Technical expertise in community security, social cohesion, peace and/or conflict and/or other directly related fields.

• Experience in inter-agency coordination of development or humanitarian assistance, and working with the United Nations, is desirable

• Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc) and advance knowledge of spreadsheet and database packages.

Language Requirements: • Strong written and spoken English skills

• Knowledge of Somali language is a requirement

VII. Terms of Service

This is a non-staff contract under the Service Contract modality of hiring of the UNDP. Individuals engaged under a Service Contract serve in their individual capacity and not as representative of a government institutions, corporate body or other authority external to UNDP. The incumbent shall not be considered as staff of UNDP, the UN common system or the government and are therefore not entitled to any diplomatic privileges or any other special status or conditions.

Interested and qualified candidates should submit their application to http://jobs.undp.org/ or http://jobs.undp.org/cj_view_job.cfm?cur_job_id=44507