Country: Somalia
Closing date: 30 Apr 2017
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 Nugal, Central Somalia (Mudug and Galgaduud 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 Responsibilities:
The Senior Livelihoods Program officer will work under the direct supervision of the Resilience Manger. She/he will be responsible for the planning, implementation; monitoring and reporting of Livelihoods & ERD programs in the Galmudug region of Somalia. The position holder will also be expected to work closely with the rest of IRC’s program and operations teams in the execution of his /her duties.
Qualifications and experience:
- University degree in Social Sciences, development Studies, Business Management, Economics, Entreprenuership or any other closely related qualification.
- Minimum Four years proven experience implementing Economic recovery programs with particular focus in enterprise development preferably in Somalia.
- Excellent communication skills, experience in communicating with executive management, strong project management skills and excellent interpersonal, organization, and negotiation skills
- Ability to multi-task and effectively handle stressful situations.
- Proficiency in basic statistical techniques including SPSS, data analysis and data interpretation
- Proficiency in computer applications such as word processing, EXCEL spreadsheets, e-mail, etc.
- Ability and willingness to work and travel throughout Galmudug state of Somalia.
How to apply:
Full description of this position and application details can be viewed through our website:
https://www.rescue.org/careers
Deadline for Applications: 30th April 2017. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
Somali Nationals are encouraged to apply
International Allowances are not available for this position.