We are currently recruiting for the position of Medical Doctor & Surgeon, based in Jowhar

General Purpose of the Job:

The Jowhar Medical Doctor & Surgeon will participate in the clinical & surgical aspect of the Jowhar maternity and give support to other aspect of the project e.g. OPD, MCH,OR and SC according to the necessities. Work in close collaboration with other medical supervisors, assist in organization and supervision of the medical team and contribute to setting-up of medical and surgical services in Jowhar and subsequent support to other MSF E projects or emergencies intervention when requested or needed.

Specific Responsibilities and Tasks:

1. General Knowledge of MSF and Safety at work:Provide surgical and clinical services in Jowhar maternity.To give medical support to Jowhar OPD ,MCH,OR and SC.
2. OPD:Conduct 2nd line consultations on patients whose pathological status exceeds the knowledge and skills of the OPD consultants.Prescribe treatment according to MSF protocols
3. Maternity/MCH : Supervision of diagnosis and treatment of both out and in patients in Jowhar maternity.
4. Management of Surgical Department (OT):Organisation of the OT on daily basis.
5. Surgery and related issues.Consult and identify patients requiring surgery, emergency intervention and/or resuscitation
6. Stabilisation Centre:Monitor the nutritional and medical treatment in SC.Involvement of the staff in the planning, providing feedback of the past month achievements, and to regularly evaluate the achievements according to set indicators.
7. National staff Health:Responsible for the national staff health and follow the national staff health policy

Additional Tasks:

• Be flexible and be able to give assistance with different activities not included in this primary job description.
• The MD position will collaborate in the overall coordination and analysis of data collection and Emergency Preparedness and Response in the project
Be able to assist other collaborating actors in case Management upon request from the Medical supervisors or Medical activity manager.

Requirements:

Nationality:
• Somali

Education:
• Official Bachelors degree of Medicine and Surgery from a recognized national/international institute.

Experience:
• Experience in an MSF facility or in any other organization with Medical background or knowledge.

Language:
• Fluent spoken & written English
• Fluent spoken & written Somali (a must)

Personal qualities:
• Good communication skills, Management skills, Ability to listen
• Flexibility, Open-minded
• Ability to work with multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural people
• Capacity to work as part of a team is required.
• Honesty and motivation is required.
• Organization, initiative, tidiness and courtesy are mandatory.
• Willing to be based in Jowhar.

Location: Based in Mogadishu, with 25% of time in Nairobi

Ref: CD-S/IPDA/0613

Salary: £35,088 per annum

Separate Benefits package includes: Hardship Allowance 10% of Salary,

Unaccompanied Allowance 10% of Salary,

R & R for 10 days after every fourth and eighth month,

Health care & many more

We are currently recruiting for a Country Director based in Mogadishu, Somalia with 25% of your time spent in Nairobi. The Country Director will undertake overall responsibility for managing IRW’s interventions in the country to the Country Programmes and Regional Strategies, outlining resource requirements of the programme, and periodically reassessing the programme to meet its short & long term needs. The core responsibility of the job will be to strengthen IRW’s visibility and to ensure that all programme activities are implemented, monitored and evaluated in a timely manner and in line with IRW’s strategic parameters.

The Country Director will be responsible for managing a team of 140 national & international staff. You will be monitoring risk management and ensuring compliance & quality improvement of the country programme. In addition, you will be reviewing and reporting the progress of finances (with a budget of over £12.8m) to the International Office in Birmingham and to project donors.

The successful applicant will need to have previous experience working in a senior management position in an INGO working in developing countries in rehabilitation, development or emergency contexts. The job holder should have previous knowledge and experience of fundraising from and dealing with EC, ECHO, UN and DFID. In addition, in depth knowledge of overseas management experience with an International NGOs is essential as a substantial part of the post involves Community Development, Social Protection, Food Security and Urban Poverty.

Excellent communication skills in English, Arabic and local language are fundamental.
If you agree with IR values together with our Policy standards on Anti-Bribery, Child Protection and our code of conduct, then you would be an ideal candidate for Islamic Relief, who promotes equality and meritocracy. IRW will carry out screening checks and will take out references on your behalf.

JOB SUMMARY

The Program Officers are responsible for the project implementation and contribution to the effective implementation of the Rural Women Program by working closely with the beneficiaries, local authorities, partners and CARE staff working in the area. He/She will facilitate the sooth running of the day to day project implementation including but not limited to trainings, Participatory Rural Appraisals (PRA), education, natural resources management, community mobilizations, selection of beneficiaries, establishing representative committees and developing community based work plans.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

R-1. Project Planning
R1.1 Mobilize, orientate program stakeholders at field level to actively participate the planning, implementation and evaluation stages of the projects.
R-1.2 Prepare a detailed monthly action plan in every month and share it with the SPO for final review and approval. Identify clearly the specific problems to be addressed by the action and the perceived needs and constraints of the target groups and particular how the action will provide the desired solutions.
R-1.4 Ensure timely field assessment visits are conducted to project sites to guarantee that the needs of the site are consistent to those proposed in the project and further ascertain whether the project will actually benefit the intended beneficiaries.
R-2 Project Monitoring
R-2.1 The PO will also be responsible and required for project monitoring and evaluation to regularly collect comprehensiveness data on the quantitative progress of the project and the qualitative achievement of indicators and observing the level of community participation and in particularly the intended percentage of target women groups during the identification of project target beneficiary and implementation period.
R-2.2 Facilitate surveys, monitoring and evaluation activities in liaison with the senior program officer. Counter-checking (project inputs) proposed activities against implemented activities and project duration are proportional.
R-3 Reporting
R-3.1 The PO will also be responsible for reporting and representation and will be expected to ensure a good flow of information and good communication between field, submit weekly reports/ monthly update /quarterly and annual reports to the Senior Program Officer, maintain project visibility as required by the donor at all times and participate in relevant networking forums and other CARE organized/other non CARE functions as called advised upon by the program Manager.
R-4 Capacity Building
R-4.1 Identify areas in which beneficiaries/participants are showing weaknesses. Provide relevant advices and recommendations for improvements to rectify the weaknesses.
R- 4.3 Foster participatory panning and monitoring by training and involving primary stakeholder groups in target community groups.
R-4.5 Maintain utmost good relation between the local authority/community and CARE in an effort to promote a good working atmosphere/environment

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPEREINCES

Bachelors Degree or Diploma in social sciences, or related field;
At least two years experience with a reputable NGO in a similar capacity with solid experience in livelihoods, education and peace building and governance;
Excellent TOT skills, demonstrated to work with a team or as part of a team, complemented with excellent team building, coaching and mentoring skills
Demonstrated understanding of community engagement/participation techniques, (PRA);
• Experience working with pastoral communities;
• Fluency in Somali language is desired;
Excellent team building, coaching, mentoring skills and negotiation skills
Good command of English language

Adeso, formerly known as Horn Relief, 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 PURPOSE

The Deputy Country Director (DCD), in collaboration with the Somalia Country Director (CD), is responsible for the ongoing program planning and development, donor representation, and daily oversight and management of Adeso’s Somalia programs. The position is based in Nairobi and Somalia with regular travel to program sites in all Somalia. The DCD reports to the Somalia CD. The DCD is responsible for the all operational activities of programs in Somalia, including oversight of logistics and security. The DCD, under the guidance and direct supervision of the CD, is responsible for the planning, design, implementation, supervision, and expansion/development of the Somalia program portfolio. The DCD oversees the technical and program teams, including the Managers/Directors, Technical Advisors and the M&E team. The DCD is responsible for ensuring that all programmatic deliverables are met, that programs remain on schedule, that program quality is assured, and that staff have access to all necessary technical resources

SPECIFIC ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

 Program Management

• Provide policy guidance, training and ongoing guidance to all program staff for Somalia

• Ensure all activities are conducted timely, cost and quality effective

• Represent the organization and liaise with local and national authorities, UN, NGO, and donor agencies to promote programs implemented in Somalia, facilitate successful coordination of activities and ensure transparency in the community

• Prepare monthly reports to the Country Director according to internal procedures

• Identify new projects and make recommendations to the Country Director

• Participate in reviewing proposal applications

• Provide inputs and assistance to programs in Somalia with particular reference to financial management and reporting systems

 Compliance

• Oversee program operations and reporting in Somalia, ensuring compliance with internal policies and procedures, donor regulations and local laws

• Monitor and report on all program activities to Country Director

 Program Development

• Assist Country Director in expanding country portfolio in Somalia

• Pursue new sources of donor funding and maintain adequate donor funding levels to sustain identified program and support activities

• Remain aware of donor funding intentions

• Participate in relevant cluster coordination in Nairobi to ensure the organization’s programs playing a vital role and to secure required support from the cluster coordination mechanism and the UN funding instruments such as CAP, CHF, etc.

 Human Resources

• Oversee the recruitment and selection of qualified program field staff for Somalia, recommend promotions, disciplinary action and termination of staff in consultation with supervisors

• Collaborate with security officer/CD to maintain security of staff in all locations

• Make frequent site visits to facilities to ensure that appropriate care and training are being conducted and to offer support to field staff

• Maintain open lines of communications with all field staff

 Training/ Capacity Building

• Determine training needs for the field staff

• Train senior national staff to increase their responsibilities in order to build capacity and ensure sustainability of programs in South Somalia

• Advocate and plan for professional development for expat and national staff

 Working Relationships

• Maintain frequent communication with Country Director to ensure program activities and objectives are communicated

• Work with Finance Manager Somalia, Program Quality team, Security and Logistics staff to ensure the coordination of programs

• Attend coordination meetings which are relevant to Somalia program activities

• Represent the organization at task force meetings, assessment missions, coordination meetings, UN coordination meetings, INGO coordination meetings

• Interface with relevant agencies to ensure mutual understanding of programs and maximize resource distribution and allocation of available funds

 Representation

• Serve as a liaison with Donors on matters related to the program to ensure financial and programmatic accountability to donors

• Establish and update contact details of potential donors in-country

• Participate in donor meetings and communicate relevant information to CD

• Work with key donor staff to develop and maintain optimum financial and programmatic relationship

• Ensure maximum visibility of the agency amongst the NGO community

• Contribute to the creation of a positive image and overall credibility of the organization, notably through the application of the organizations Code of Conduct, ethics, values and stand-point with regard to internal and external actors

 Security

• Monitor security level and consult with the Regional Security Manager to upgrade or downgrade security level

• Responsible for ensuring that Incident Report Forms are completed and submitted to CD in a timely manner (within 12 hours)

• Ensure application and compliance of security protocols and policies

• In cooperation with the Regional Security Manager, monitor the security situation and inform the Country Director through weekly security reports

• Collect and document local security related information (social & political context, external players, presence/reasons for conflict, military developments, political economy of armed groups), and communicates to the Country Director

• Collaborate with local agencies to aid with security management

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

 Minimum of five years as senior field representative of an INGO/IO/UN in a complex emergency environment, including senior donor liaison and program management.

 Knowledge of an direct experience with donor rules, regulations and reporting standards (particularly USAID/OFDA, EC, ECHO, OCHA, and DFID);

 Experience managing a large team of international and national staff in an insecure environment.

 Proven track record of successful proposal writing with major donors, and sound knowledge of donor practices and budget/financial control.

 Masters degree in Public Policy, International/Humanitarian Affairs or similar.

 Experience working in an insecure environment.  Cultural sensitivity and a commitment to national staff development.

 Practical field experience in multiple target sectors, including Food Security, water and sanitation, education, community mobilization, livestock, livelihoods, protection.

 Experience in single year and emergency-funded programs, project start up and training local staff.

 Self-motivated, able to work effectively in a sometimes harsh and unpredictable environment.

 Team player, committed to motivating and leading staff.

 Demonstrated written and oral communication skills (must be able to provide an independently created and relevant writing sample).

 Previous experience in country or extensive knowledge of the issues facing Somalia.

 Extensive knowledge and appreciation for strong monitoring systems and experience developing them

 Familiarity with development and emergency international funding mechanisms

 Excellent written and spoken English; ability to draft high quality, donor-ready reports without support; Somali language skills a plus

Responsibilities
Monitoring of social media and various websites in Somali language
Translation of relevant contributions according to clients needs
Performing deep-web internet research according to clients needs
Writing of reports according to clients needs
Following developments in online communities
Identification of opinion leaders in online communities
Occasional translation tasks according to clients needs
Assist in any other duties as and when assigned

Requirements
Excellent command of Somali and English language
Strong internet research skills, tech savvy
Patient, organised and meticulous with strong linguistic skills
Fast and reliable internet connection

Only candidates with outstanding Somali and English Skills will be considered

Mogadishu, Somalia

GENERAL FUNCTION

The Program Manager is responsible for the programmatic management and coordination of Media Law and Human Rights public consultations in collaboration with national and international partners and media-houses. The PM is also responsible for developing and managing relations between the local and federal authorities in Somalia associated with both Media and Human Rights.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide overall management of the Media Law Consultation Program including technical oversight and quality assurance.

• Coordinate and facilitate government and stakeholder meetings associated with Media Law and Human Rights.

• Coordinate public consultations with both the Ministry of Information and the media stakeholders within Somalia.

• Develop and maintain keen understanding of issues affecting both the media community and the media development community in Somalia, including security and political factors.

• Establish and maintain an active contact database and strong relationships with media outlets, institutions and development organizations, governmental institutions, members of parliament and other representative bodies, human rights organizations and civil society.

• Promote and publicize project activities using a wide range of effective and appropriate PR and reporting materials.

• Develop roles and responsibilities for staff and partner staff.

• Ensure that the expenditure of all funds advanced for the purpose of the project is made in compliance with funder regulations and Internews policy.

• Write quarterly and other reports, as required by the Country Director.

• Manage the transcription of town hall meetings, radio programs and various meeting minutes.

• Write the final recommendation report for various stakeholders .

• Perform other duties assigned by the Country Director

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of 2 years of Program Management experience, preferably with International Development experience

• Working knowledge of donor rules and regulations

• Working knowledge of Somalia political systems, both federal and regional.

• Willingness to work and travel throughout Somalia, based in Nairobi/Mogadishu.

• Mother-tongue standard fluency in written and spoken English .

• Somali language and/or knowledge of Somalia and its culture preferred

• Bachelor’s Degree in relevant subject or equivalent professional experience

Senior Technical Advisor for Evaluation and Program Support

Reporting to the Chief of Party and responsible for technical direction and implementation of evaluation and program support activities. Qualifications include:

• Public Health Monitoring and Evaluation professional with at least 8 years’ experience working in developing countries, including East Africa.

• Minimum of five years’ experience working in a supervisory or management role.

• Experienced implementing and leading performance and impact evaluations for health projects and activities.

• Experienced in health program support, including program planning and design.

• Able to effectively utilize evidence in all stages of planning and decision-making, and able to strengthen others capacity to use data/evidence.

• Experienced working with complex teams, including short term consultants.

• Strong management and mentoring capabilities

• Experience in working in unstable and emergency environments is desirable.

• Experience in the design effective databases for routine monitoring, evaluation and management data that can be accessed and used by a number of stakeholders, including USIAD, implementing partners, and East African governmental partners.

• Ability to conduct and train/mentor others to conduct data quality assessments.

• Excellent spoken and written English skills

• French and/or Swahili language skills are desirable.

• Good interpersonal skills that promote strong relationships with donors, government officials, implementing partners and staff.

• Ability to travel 25%-30% of time.

Organization Description:

International Business & Technical Consultants, Inc. (IBTCI), a US based international development consulting company established in 1987, has worked in over eighty-five countries and has implemented over one hundred and fifty projects. IBTCI has served governments, private sector companies and several donor agencies in practice areas of Monitoring & Evaluation, Accountancy and Financial Management; Procurement Services; Banking and Finance and Private Sector Development.

Finance and Operations Responsible for leading the Finance and Operations Team, and working closely with USAID/East Africa and USAID/Kenya, and IBTCI Home Office. Reports to Chief of Party, and the Home Office Chief Financial Officer. Qualifications include:

• Minimum ten years’ experience working on donor-funded projects in a role related to finance and operations.

• Minimum of five years’ experience working in a supervisory or management role.

• Experience in procurement processes, and management of local grant and contracts, especially regarding compliance with USG regulations related to financial management and reporting, procurement processes, and grant/contract implementation.

• Experience with project operation: facilities, administration, procurement, and budgeting and financial accounting.

• Experience with human resources and databases.

• Experience in working in unstable and emergency environments is desirable.

• Experience managing and mentoring staffs across multiples settings, boarders, and cultures.

• Ability to design effective databases for routine monitoring, evaluation and management data that can be accessed and used by a number of stakeholders, including USIAD, implementing partners, and East African governmental partners.

• Excellent spoken and written English skills

• French and/or Swahili language skills are desirable.

• Good interpersonal skills that promote strong relationships with donors, government officials, implementing partners and staff. • Ability to travel 25%-30% of time.

Organization Description

International Business & Technical Consultants, Inc. (IBTCI), a US based international development consulting company established in 1987, has worked in over eighty-five countries and has implemented over one hundred and fifty projects. IBTCI has served governments, private sector companies and several donor agencies in practice areas of Monitoring & Evaluation, Accountancy and Financial Management; Procurement Services; Banking and Finance and Private Sector Development.

Chief of Party (COP)

Responsible for overall vision, direction and management of project, working closely with USAID/East Africa and USAID/Kenya, and IBTCI Home Office and Consultants. Qualifications include:

• Public Health professional with at least 10 years’ experience working in developing countries, including East Africa.

• Experienced implementing and leading performance and impact evaluations for health projects and activities.

• Experienced in health program support, including program planning and design.

• Able to effectively utilize evidence in all stages of planning and decision making, and able to strengthen others capacity to use data/evidence.

• Prior COP or project director experience is highly desirable.

• Experienced leading complex teams, including effective use on short term consultants.

• Strong management and mentoring capabilities

• Experience in working in unstable and emergency environments is desirable.

• Ability to design effective databases for routine monitoring, evaluation and management data that can be accessed and used by a number of stakeholders, including USIAD, implementing partners, and East African governmental partners. • Ability to conduct and train/mentor others to conduct data quality assessments.

• Excellent spoken and written English skills

• French and/or Swahili language skills are desirable.

• Good interpersonal skills that promote strong relationships with donors, government officials, implementing partners and staff.

• Ability to travel 25%-30% of time.

Organization Description

International Business & Technical Consultants, Inc. (IBTCI), a US based international development consulting company established in 1987, has worked in over eighty-five countries and has implemented over one hundred and fifty projects. IBTCI has served governments, private sector companies and several donor agencies in practice areas of Monitoring & Evaluation, Accountancy and Financial Management; Procurement Services; Banking and Finance and Private Sector Development.

Responsibilities and Tasks:

1. General Knowledge of MSF and Safety at work: Provide surgical and clinical services in Jowhar maternity.To give medical support to Jowhar OPD ,MCH,OR and SC

2. OPD: Conduct 2nd line consultations on patients whose pathological status exceeds the knowledge and skills of the OPD consultants. Prescribe treatment according to MSF protocols

3. Maternity/MCH :Supervision of diagnosis and treatment of both out and in patients in Jowhar maternity. To ensure that every patient under his/her care has the medical & obstetric history taken, received right prescriptions and daily observation and follow up written.

4. Management of Surgical Department (OT):Organisation of the OT on daily basis

5. Surgery and related issues:Consult and identify patients requiring surgery, emergency intervention and/or resuscitation

6. Stabilisation Centre:Monitor the nutritional and medical treatment in SC.

7. National staff Health:Responsible for the national staff health and follow the national staff health policy.

8. Management issues:To have regular meetings with RH supervisor and medical staff on demand

Requirements:

Nationality:

• Somali

Education:

• Official Bachelors degree of Medicine and Surgery from a recognized national/international institute.

Experience:

• Experience in an MSF facility or in any other organization with Medical background or knowledge. Language:

• Fluent spoken & written English • Fluent spoken & written Somali (a must) Personal qualities:

• Good communication skills, Management skills, Ability to listen

• Flexibility, Open-minded

• Ability to work with multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural people

• Capacity to work as part of a team is required.

• Honesty and motivation is required.

• Organization, initiative, tidiness and courtesy are mandatory.

• Willing to be based in Jowhar.