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Viet Nam: Southeast Asia Fundraising Manager

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Organization: The Library Project
Country: Viet Nam
Closing date: 01 Mar 2016

The Library Project is looking for a fundraiser to contribute to the growth of a diverse and sustainable funding base for our programs in Southeast Asia (Vietnam, Cambodia and Laos)

What does The Library Project do?

The Library Project donates books and libraries to under financed rural primary schools and orphanages in Asia. We believe education is the key motivator to breaking the cycle of poverty that exists in the developing world. As we see it, education is change.

www.library-project.org

Primary responsibilities:

The successful candidate thrives in a small team but dynamic work environment and is able to adapt to meet evolving organizational needs and priorities.

· In collaboration with the Fundraising Director, the Southeast Asia regional Director and the staff team, contribute to the development and implementation of a comprehensive fundraising strategy.

· Working with the Program team, develop, draft and submit government funding proposals in English (Vietnamese, Khmer and Lao will be a plus).

· Prepare and present solicitation material adapted to a variety of other types of donors, including corporations, foundations, and individuals.

· Build and maintain relationships with a variety of supporters, including individual donors, partners, network members, corporate and government funders.

· Participate in organizing and facilitating awareness-raising and cultivation activities such as special events, in-person meetings and phone calls.

· Conduct prospect research for individuals, foundations, corporations and government funders.

· Monitor and ensure proper tracking of all data related to contacts, proposals, campaigns and donations

· Recruit, train and coordinate volunteers to support fundraising activities.

· Participate in the development, writing and design of fundraising materials for print and online publication.

· Proven track record of securing new funding.

· Experience of creative proposal writing, combined with the ability to demonstrate clear outcomes and impact.

Desired skills and qualities:

· Exceptional writing and editing skills.

· Excellent spoken and written English (Vietnamese, Lao or Khmer much appreciated).

· Education or training in Business, Marketing, Sale, Communication or social sciences. If not significant related work or volunteer experience.

· Demonstrated commitment to 'The Library Project’ mission

· Ability to balance donors’ objectives with organizational priorities.

· Proven ability to achieve and exceed identified goals.

· Proven ability to work effectively with others to achieve optimal collective results.

· Excellent organizational, analytical skills and exceptional attention to detail.

· Excellent understanding of the non-profit funding landscape in Southeast Asia.

· Ability and experience of working autonomously and as a part of a team.

· Resourcefulness, flexibility and the ability to learn and adapt on the job.

· Knowledge of facilitation and popular education approaches is an asset.

· Initiative and Innovative spirit

Terms:

Located in the TLP office in Ho Chi Minh City.

Salary range: please send us your expectations


How to apply:

In your cover letter, in English, please:

· Tell us what excites you about joining the fundraising team at The Library Project and how you relate to our mission.

· Tell us about your past fundraising sucess with case study and figures.

· Build on what is in your CV by sharing concrete examples of how your skills and experience demonstrate your ability to perform as our Fundraising Manager.

-· Please share with us your salary expectations

Deadline to apply:

Applications*will be reviewed on a *rolling basis until the position is filled. We thank everyone for applying but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

For further information contact:

Angelique Masse Nguyen, Southeast Asia Regional Director

Email: angelique@library-project.org

To apply, send us your CV and cover letter.


Viet Nam: Literacy Specialist

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Organization: The Library Project
Country: Viet Nam
Closing date: 30 Sep 2015

Our Literacy Specialist is responsible for overseeing the design and quality of The Library Project program. Our Literacy Specialist will provide technical guidance, oversight, and support to all our o field team. The position will closely collaborate with the program team for implementing our activities. This position will report to the CEO and will require regular travel in Asia.

What does The Library Project do?

The Library Project donates books and libraries to under financed rural primary schools and orphanages in Asia. We believe education is the key motivator to breaking the cycle of poverty that exists in the developing world. As we see it, education is change.

www.library-project.org

Primary responsibilities:

The successful candidate thrives in a small team but dynamic work environment and is able to adapt to meet evolving organizational needs and priorities.

· Responsible for The Library Project program quality and outcomes.

· Coordinate with program team to ensure proper implementation of the program.

· Implement the monitoring and evaluation analysis, protocols, and ensure data quality

· Collaborates with program team members in developing and adapting the program design.

· Ensures program guidelines and modules are being implemented and adapted to the local context, as needed.

· Provides technical advice and guidance in support of program implementation

· Adapting training materials for effective teacher trainings

· Developing country-specific material for use in trainings and teacher support

· Provide knowledge of adult learning methodologies and best practices in delivering effective trainings

· Developp curriculum and/or educational learning materials for students or teachers

· Conducts an analysis to identify gaps for developing teachers skills, identifying content and structure for training materials, and designing training and workshop modules for teachers.

· Provide program trainings. This includes conducting direct training for teachers, librarians, and students, as well as building the capacity of the team to conduct the trainings.

· Visits program sites to assess effectiveness of program design and implementation, training, workshops.

Desired skills and qualities:

· A post-graduate degree in education or a social sciences or any other relevant discipline

· Significant experience in one or more Southeast Asia country including visiting primary classrooms and working with teachers and children around issues of learning

· Excellent communication skills in English and at least one local language (Vietnamese, Mandarin, Khmer or Lao)

· Experience with reading/literacy or learning improvement programs will be an asset

· Experience in language education at the primary stage will be an asset

· Experience of teaching at the primary stage will be an asset

· Ability and willingness to travel internationally

Terms:

Located in the TLP office in Ho Chi Minh City.

Salary range: please send us your expectations. The Library Project will provide a salary in line with the Vietnamese usual pay scale.


How to apply:

How to apply:

In your cover letter, in English, please:

· Tell us what excites you about joining The Library Project and how you relate to our mission.

· Build on what is in your CV by sharing concrete examples of how your skills and experience demonstrate your ability to perform as our Literacy specialist.

· Please share with us your salary expectations

Deadline to apply:

Applications*will be reviewed on a *rolling basis until the position is filled. We thank everyone for applying but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

For further information contact:

Angelique Masse Nguyen, Southeast Asia Regional Director

Email: angelique@library-project.org

To apply, send us your CV and cover letter.

Somalia: Senior Education Program Officer

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Organization: Comitato Internazionale per lo Sviluppo dei Popoli
Country: Somalia
Closing date: 15 Sep 2015

Closing date:15th September 2015

Summary:

Comitato Internazionale per lo Sviluppo dei Popoli (CISP), or International Committee for the Development of Peoples, is an International Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) set up in 1982 and formally established in 1983 with its Headquarter in Rome (Italy). In collaboration with various local partners, CISP carries out projects in areas of humanitarian assistance, rehabilitation and development, in more than 30 countries in Africa, Latin America, Middle East, Asia and East Europe. CISP’s mission is to promote fundamental rights for all, to participate in development, peacekeeping, recovery and emergency response processes in partnership with all key stakeholders.

CISP is now seeking a Senior Program Officer to work under its Education Sector.

Job Summary

To Plan, coordinate, implement, monitor and report the education project activities on behalf of CISP

Key Responsibilities

Preparation activities

· Participate in preparing project activity action plan (work plan and monitoring plan) in consultation with local implementing stakeholders and partners

· Play an active and vital role in the interaction with the Ministry officials

· Play an active role in identification process of local partners and staff to implement activities

· Play an active role in the process of identifying training skill areas, education facilities, education actors and stakeholders

· Play an active role in mobilizing and sensitizing the communities targeted

Implementation

· Play a pivotal role in coordinating and implementing education and related activities and make sure quality and appropriate documentation is produced, collected and shared timely.

· Assist education staff, partners and facilities in appropriately organising training centers, courses, on-the-job or practical trainings, meetings, distributions and all other education activities

· Play an active role in development of appropriate tools and methods for sustainability

· Ensure accountability (to learners, teachers, parents and other beneficiaries, to CISP, to the Directorate of Education, to donors, etc), for all education activities

Assessments, monitoring, data collection and reporting

· Liaise with CISP field staff for the collection of data, involvement of the beneficiaries, assessments, monitoring, accountability actions

· Assist field staff in the timely delivery of financial reporting documents

· Introduce suitable assessment instruments/guidelines

· Regularly monitor implementation status of the project activities as undertaken by CISP or through local partners (monitoring of activities, results, achievement of indicator targets)

· Organise and carry out monthly project review meetings with all targeted education facilities and ensuring the involvement of local authorities and communities

· Document constraints, challenges, gaps and needs

· Document best practice and lessons learnt from the implementation of the project activities by CISP and ensure that they are reported

· Identify operational/technical and management problems arising during the implementation of the project activities by CISP and its implementing partners and report to the responsible line manager in the organisation to ensure timely action is taken

· As necessary ensure that the challenges/problems as also reported, documented and disseminated to the concerned bodies

· Produce timely monthly project monitoring reports and share with the education coordinator

· Prepare monthly project activities’ technical and progress reports as per the requirements and standards of CISP and ensure that the reports are submitted to CISP as per the reporting deadlines

· Ensure the monthly reports entail quality and relevant audio / visual documentation.

· Ensure quality and relevant data is collected as required

· Ensure relevant “stories from the field” are collected to be included in the activity update section of CISP’s website

· Ensure visibility, communication actions are appropriate in partnership with CISP Communication Officer

Capacity building of field staff

· Supervise and lead education staff in Mogadishu

· Assist the field offices in the selection process of key staff

· Prepare plans enhancing the capacity of education centers in general and the teachers/trainers and managers in particular and follow up the implementation of the plans

· Provide technical support to partners, education facilities and staff in the field to apply appropriate project implementation approaches as indicated in the action of the project, utilising appropriate and relevant curricula and data collection tools

Field coordination

· Participate in education project steering committee meetings with the Directorate of Education and partners organizations

· Participate in relevant fora in the field (education sector and cluster meetings, etc) and report to the education coordinator

· Liaise with relevant stakeholders (including implementing and funding agencies) in the field to allow coordination and synergies as well as to avoid duplication

· Perform other duties as instructed by his/her immediate supervisor

The position is 100% based in Somalia with travels to Nairobi. Applicants should be legally able to work in Somalia.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATION AND COMPETENCIES:

· Excellent communication skills, ability to negotiate with authorities in a conducive way

· Degree or relevant qualification in education, sociology, psychology, gender studies, development or other social science;

· Proven experience in community organization and/or with NGOs in resilience/development field;

· Excellent oral communication skills in Somali;

· Excellent computer skills, including word and excel;

· Capacity to facilitate community discussions and dialogues;

· Ability to multi-task and work under pressure;

· Demonstrate passion and commitment for changing people’s lives;

· Must demonstrate good interpersonal skills

· Problem solving


How to apply:

HOW TO APPLY

Send a cover letter and CV with at least 3 references to the following email address:

cisp@cisp-som.org The Subject line must read: “Senior Program Officer”.

Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted. For more information about CISP Somalia, please visit www.cisp-som.org.

CISP is strongly committed to ending Child Abuse, all forms of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse, and to building a work environment that is safe and welcoming for all, where Sexual Harassment does not take place. The desired candidate for any position should share and support this commitment in all aspects of their personal and professional behaviour. Any history implicating that the applicant has a history of Child Abuse, Sexual Exploitation and Abuse, or Sexual Harassment, is a reason for excluding him or her from employment with CISP.

Viet Nam: GRANTS MANAGER

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Organization: The Library Project
Country: Viet Nam
Closing date: 31 Jan 2016

The Library Project is looking for a grants fundraiser to contribute the growth of a diverse and sustainable funding base for our programs in Asia (Vietnam, Cambodia, Thailand and China).

What is The Library Project?

The Library Project donates books and libraries to under financed rural primary schools and orphanages in Asia. We believe education is the key motivator to breaking the cycle of poverty that exists in the developing world. As we see, education is change.

Please check our website for more information: www.library-project.org

Primary Responsibilities:

The successful candidate is looking for a challenge and thrives in a small team but dynamic work environment. You will be able to adapt to meet evolving organizational needs and priorities.

  • In collaboration with the Fundraising Director, and the staff team, contribute to the development and implementation of a comprehensive grants fundraising strategy.
  • Working with the Program team, develop, draft and submit funding proposals in English.
  • Prepare and present all the solicitation material.
  • Build and maintain relationships with our community.
  • Monitor and ensure proper tracking of all data related to contacts, proposals and financial reporting.
  • Proven track record of securing new funding.
  • Experience of creative proposal writing, combined with the ability to demonstrate clear outcomes and impact.

Desired skills and qualities:

  • Exceptional writing and editing skills, excellent spoken and written English
  • Education or training in Business, Marketing, Sale, Communication or Social Sciences. If not significant related work or volunteer experience.
  • Demonstrated commitment to The Library Project’s mission.
  • Proven ability to achieve and exceed identified goals.
  • Proven ability to work effectively with others to achieve optimal collective results.
  • Excellent understanding of the non-profit funding landscape in Asia.
  • Ability and experience of working autonomously and as a part of a team.
  • Resourcefulness, flexibility and the ability to learn and adapt on the job.
  • Initiative and Innovative spirit

Terms:

Located in the TLP office in Ho Chi Minh City.

Salary Range: The Grants Manager salary will be according to the Vietnam local pay scale. Please communicate your salary expectations with this understanding.


How to apply:

How to apply?

Please use English in your cover letter:

  • Tell us what excites you about joining the Fundraising team at The Library Project and how you relate to our mission.
  • Tell us about you past fundraising success with case study and figures.
  • Build on what is in your CV by sharing concrete examples of how your skills and experience demonstrate your ability to perform as our Grants Manager.
  • Please share with us your salary expectations

Deadline to apply:

This position will be recruited as soon as possible.

For further information, or to send us your CV and Cover letter, please contact:

Angelique Masse Nguyen, CEO

angelique@library-project.org

Christine Wang, Fundraising Director

christine@library-project.org

Viet Nam: COMMUNITY ONLINE FUNDRAISING MANAGER

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Organization: The Library Project
Country: Viet Nam
Closing date: 31 Jan 2016

COMMUNITY ONLINE FUNDRAISING MANAGER

The Library Project is looking for a community online fundraiser to contribute the growth of a diverse and sustainable funding base for our programs in Asia (Vietnam, Cambodia, Thailand and China).

What is The Library Project?

The Library Project donates books and libraries to under financed rural primary schools and orphanages in Asia. We believe education is the key motivator to breaking the cycle of poverty that exists in the developing world. As we see, education is change.

Please check our website for more information: www.library-project.org

Primary Responsibilities:

The successful candidate is looking for a challenge and thrives in a small team but dynamic work environment. You will be able to adapt to meet evolving organizational needs and priorities.

  • In collaboration with the Fundraising Director, and the staff team, contribute to the development and implementation of a comprehensive digital fundraising strategy.
  • Working with the Program team, develop, draft and submit digital fundraising campaign
  • Prepare and present all the solicitation material
  • Build and maintain relationships with our community
  • Participate in organizing and facilitating awareness-raising and cultivation activities such as special events, in-person meetings and phone calls.
  • Conduct prospect research for the development of our digital fundraising strategy.
  • Monitor and ensure proper tracking of all data related to contacts, proposals, campaigns and donations.
  • Participate in the development, writing and design of fundraising materials for print and online publication.
  • Proven track record of securing new funding.
  • Experience of creative content writing.

Desired skills and qualities:

  • Exceptional writing and editing skills, excellent spoken and written English
  • Experience of running online acquisition campaigns
  • Understanding of digital tracking analytics
  • Understanding of email marketing
  • Proven experience in online income generation and the development of online fundraising and/or marketing strategies.
  • Experience in online content management (web and blogs)
  • Experience in the active management of social networks
  • Experience on the development and overseeing of budgets
  • Demonstrated commitment to The Library Project’s mission
  • Proven ability to achieve and exceed identified goals.
  • Excellent understanding of the digital fundraising context in the U.S. (with HongKong will be an asset)
  • Ability and experience of working autonomously and as a part of a team.
  • Resourcefulness, flexibility and the ability to learn and adapt on the job.
  • Initiative and Innovative spirit

How to apply:

Terms:

Located in the TLP office in Ho Chi Minh City.

Salary Range: please send us your expectations

How to apply?

Please use English in your cover letter:

  • Tell us what excites you about joining the Fundraising team at The Library Project and how you relate to our mission.
  • Tell us about you past fundraising success with case study and figures.
  • Build on what is in your CV by sharing concrete examples of how your skills and experience demonstrate your ability to perform as our Community Online Fundraising Manager.
  • Please share with us your salary expectations

Deadline to apply:

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. We thank everyone for applying but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

For further information, or to send us your CV and Cover letter, please contact:

Angelique Masse Nguyen, CEO

angelique@library-project.org

Christine Wang, Fundraising Director

christine@library-project.org

Lebanon: WASH EXPERT /Project Coordinator - Lebanon

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Organization: Comitato Internazionale per lo Sviluppo dei Popoli
Country: Lebanon
Closing date: 29 Feb 2016

Country of Operation: LEBANON - Duty Station: Tripoli (Northern Lebanon)

Duration: from 12 to 24 months - Tentative starting date: March 2016

Requirements:
a) Qualifications in a discipline related to Hydraulic Engineering works and Water & Sanitation
b) Specific and demonstrated skills and technical experience in WASH (hydraulic engineering, design, management, implementation and supervision of hydraulic works, wash facilities, water networks, pumping stations, etc.)
c) Experience in developing WASH need assessments and undertaking gap analysis for development of WASH programmes
d) Demonstrated experience and ability in cooperation projects’ management, specifically in the field of WASH, in emergency and relief, humanitarian aid, assistance to refugees, NFI’s distributions, etc.
e) Experience in conflict/post-conflict contexts, preferably with experience in supporting emergency response; Past working experience in Lebanon is an asset
f) Excellent understanding & experience of programme, financial and operational management processes
g) Experience / skills in projects’ financial planning, administration, reporting
h) Experience / skills in procurement procedures and tendering. Background and knowledge of EC, Italian Cooperation and UN Rules and Regulations, UN (UNICEF, UNHCR, OCHA), projects’ management systems, administrative & procurement procedures, tendering, is a preferential asset
i) Excellent communication capabilities and ability in reports’ writing
j) Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of Arabic is an asset
k) Computer literacy
l) Driving License
m) Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, stressful environment. Flexibility, availability to perform other duties. Availability to work in security volatile context
n) Past working experience in Lebanon is an asset

Functions:

  1. Planning, coordination, management and monitoring of project activities in the WASH sector, including needs assessment, beneficiaries’ selection, technical design and preparation of BoQ, follow up and supervision of civil works and technical interventions;
  2. Procurement and tendering procedures for works, NFIs, and other goods and services;
  3. Supervision and follow up of civil works
  4. Accountancy and administration
  5. Maintaining contacts with relevant local stakeholders, institutions, associations, cluster groups, donors, local authorities and International NGOs and agencies;
  6. Taking care of any needed operational agreement with local authorities involved, as well as any needed authorization
  7. Drawing project documents, assessment reports, activity plans, interim / final reports, financial reports, etc.
  8. Management of financial and logistic resources of the project;
  9. Selection, recruitment, management and supervision of local staff;
  10. Reporting to the CISP Country Representative to Lebanon

How to apply:

Interested candidates should send their CV tofalcitelli@cisp-ngo.org

Lebanon: Project Coordinator for a WASH project in South Lebanon

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Organization: Comitato Internazionale per lo Sviluppo dei Popoli
Country: Lebanon
Closing date: 30 Jun 2016

Duty Stations Marjayoun (South Lebanon)

Duration: from 6 to 12 months Tentative starting date: June 2016

Requirements:

a) Demonstrated experience and ability in cooperation projects’ management, preferably in the field of WASH, emergency and relief, humanitarian aid, assistance to refugees, NFI’s distributions, etc.

b) Excellent understanding of & experience /skills in programme financial and operational management, programme administration and reporting

c) Experience / skills in procurement procedures and tendering.

d) Excellent communication capabilities and ability in reports’ writing

e) Background, skills and technical experience in fields related to WASH are important assets

f) Background and knowledge of EC and UN (UNICEF, UNHCR, OCHA) Rules and Regulations (management systems, administrative & procurement procedures, tendering, etc.) are a preferential asset

g) Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of Arabic is an asset

h) Computer literacy

i) Driving License

j) Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, stressful environment. Flexibility, availability to perform other duties. Availability to work in security volatile context

k) Experience in conflict/post-conflict contexts, preferably with experience in supporting emergency response.

l) Past working experience in Lebanon is an asset

Functions:

  1. Planning, coordination, management and monitoring of project activities, including needs assessment, beneficiaries’ selection, technical design and preparation of BoQ, follow up and supervision of civil works and technical interventions;

  2. Procurement and tendering procedures for works, NFIs, and other goods and services;

  3. Supervision and follow up of civil works

  4. Accountancy and administration

  5. Maintaining contacts with relevant local stakeholders, institutions, associations, cluster groups, donors, local authorities and International NGOs and agencies;

  6. Taking care of any needed operational agreement with local authorities involved, as well as any needed authorization

  7. Drawing project documents, assessment reports, activity plans, interim / final reports, financial reports, etc.

  8. Management of financial and logistic resources of the project;

  9. Selection, recruitment, management and supervision of local staff;

  10. Reporting to the CISP Country Representative to Lebanon


How to apply:

Interested candidates should send their CV (along with at least three references) to:

falcitelli@cisp-ngo.org

Lebanon: Area Manager for coordination of CISP WASH projects in North Lebanon

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Organization: Comitato Internazionale per lo Sviluppo dei Popoli
Country: Lebanon
Closing date: 30 Jun 2016

Duty Station Tripoli (North Lebanon)

Duration: from 6 to 12 months Tentative starting date: June 2016

Requirements:

a) Demonstrated experience and ability in cooperation projects’ management, preferably in the field of WASH, emergency and relief, humanitarian aid, assistance to refugees, etc.

b) Excellent understanding of & experience /skills in programme financial and operational management, programme administration and reporting

c) Experience / skills in procurement procedures and tendering.

d) Excellent communication capabilities and ability in reports’ writing

e) Background, skills and technical experience in fields related to WASH are important assets

f) Background and knowledge of EC and UN (UNICEF, UNHCR, OCHA) Rules and Regulations (management systems, administrative & procurement procedures, tendering, etc.) are a preferential asset

g) Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of Arabic is an asset

h) Computer literacy

i) Driving License

j) Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, stressful environment. Flexibility, availability to perform other duties. Availability to work in security volatile context

k) Experience in conflict/post-conflict contexts, preferably with experience in supporting emergency response.

l) Past working experience in Lebanon is an asset

Functions:

A. General Tasks: Program management and supervision

A.1.Planning, coordination, and monitoring of CISP projects in North Lebanon;

A.2.Ensuring project activities comply with the policies and regulations of donors;

A.3.Ensuring that implementation of CISP projects respect the signed agreements/contracts and CISP Management System and Lebanon Regulations;

A.4.Ensureings close collaboration and coordination with partners to guarantee smooth implementation of activities and achievement of results;

A.5.Responsible for submitting activity and financial reports to the Country Representative and the Country Administrator for further submission to the donor;

A.6.Responsible for regular updating and submitting minutes of the meetings with the donors to the Country Representative;

A.7.Supervision of and support to the Project Coordinators and the Area Administrator

B. Development of proposals

B.1.Strengthen relationships with existing donors and identifying new potential ones;

B.2.Leading the preparation of the project assessments and the writing of proposals for new projects;

C. Representation and Coordination

C.1. Representing CISP in front institutions and main stakeholders in the CISP Office area (Government officials, partners, NGOs, UN agencies, etc.) in coordination with CISP Country Representative;

C.2. Being – in coordination with Country Representative - the main contact for the relevant donors in the office area for submission of new proposals, identification of new projects, discussion of general plans, strategies etc.;

C.3. Being – in cooperation and coordination with Project Coordinators - the main contact for the relevant donors of projects in the office area for daily activities;

C.4. Ensure that CISP Project Coordinators and field staff maintain good relationships with the implementing partners;

C.5. Maintain strong partner relations and lead in identifying new potential partners; D. Human Resources Management

D.1. Main contact for the CISP Area Office staff;

D.2. Ensure staff allocation, clear coordination and assignation of tasks, work plans and activities of the staff, in close cooperation with the Project Coordinators;

D.3. Supervising the work of all staff, assuring regular information-sharing with relevant staff and ensuring efficient implementation of the activities;

D.4. Monitoring qualifications of the staff and evaluating their work regularly;

D.5. Organizing and coordinating the training of the staff and supporting them to improve their skills and performances.

D.6. Supporting the Project coordinators in the recruitment procedure.

E. Office Management

E.1.Definition and/or application of general and specific criteria about CISP office functioning, according to indications from the Country Representative, among which:

· a) use of vehicles and other CISP office assets and equipment;

· b) adopting needed security measures for the CISP staff;

· c) management of projects documents files, records and contracts;

· d) periodical meetings with the project staff, elaborations of minutes and sharing them with Country Representative.


How to apply:

Interested candidates should send their CV (along with at least three references) to:

falcitelli@cisp-ngo.org


Niger: Country Administrator

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Organization: Comitato Internazionale per lo Sviluppo dei Popoli
Country: Niger
Closing date: 31 Oct 2017

Job Title: Country Administrator – CISP Niger

Accountability: to Country Coordinator / CISP headquarters (Area Director/ Area Administrator)

Overall Duty

The Country Administrator as a key member of the senior management team participates in the management of organizational policy and management decisions. In particular the Country Administrator will provide strategic financial management leadership and support the development, implementation and coordination of all financial and management aspects of CISP programmes in Niger to ensure effective resources utilization and risk mitigation. Specific duties and responsibilities
1. Institutional presence
Execution of and assistance to the Coordinator in administrative aspects linked with the institutional presence of the CISP in the area of jurisdiction.

2.Inter-institutional relations and assumption of formal commitments Execution of and assistance to the Coordinator in administrative aspects linked with inter-institutional relations and assumption of commitments in the area of jurisdiction (with special emphasis on contracts, conventions, institutional agreements and other formal commitments).

3.Strategic action and policy
Execution of and assistance to the Coordinator in the presentation of proposals linked with the definition of strategic action and policy outlines of the CISP in the area of jurisdiction.

4. Office Management
Execution of and assistance to the Coordinator in the formulation of criteria for the management of CISP offices in the area of jurisdiction. Within this context, the Country Administrator is responsible for: i) the organization and monitoring of records of contracts, conventions and agreements with donors and other institutions; ii) management of the main office in the absence of the Coordinator.

5.Personnel Management Execution of the following responsibilities and functions in the management of personnel (local and expatriate). Execution of the formal obligations provided by the internal regulations and Iocal legislation; supervision of the transfer of necessary formative/administrative nature to the staff; general monitoring of work done by the staff with Administrative functions.

6.Implementation of on-going projects Review and/or formulation of the administrative aspects contained in the documents relating to the implementation of on-going projects. Preparation of the accounting and administrative component of the Reports (Intermediate and Final).

7. Administrative Responsibilities and Functions

a. Possible processing, monitoring and ratification of the first monthly notes relating to costs incurred (both for the on-going projects and possible structural costs of the OSP) and preparation of statements relating to the Reports (Intermediate and Final). In this context, the Country Administrator must decide on the costs with doubtful assignment.

b. Instruction and advance approval of the economic and financial commitments necessary for the implementation of CISP's activities and projects; c. Formulation of overall financial planning (quarterly) and updates (monthly) relating to the resources necessary for the implementation of CISP's activities

8. Advancement of new projects Execution of and assistance to the Coordinator in the administrative aspects contained in the documents and agreements relating to the formulation of new projects.

Qualifications and behavioural competencies:

  • At least 5 years working experience in financial management positions with sound understanding of working with an international NGO. Knowledge of the region will be an advantage

  • Advanced university degree in fields relevant to the position.

  • Fluent written and spoken French and English. Italian will be an asset.

  • Proven knowledge on grant accounting and sound experience with donors funding regulations, procedures and reporting requirements (in particular: EU, ECHO, UN Agencies, Italian Cooperation)

  • Demonstrated capacity to supervise a complex financial management

  • Ability to process, analyse and summarize quality financial management information, identify solutions and recommend suitable courses of action

  • Ability to lead and manage a financial team and to delegate; proven ability to provide support, guidance and training to financial and non-financial teams; ability to work as part of a team, adopt a consensus based approach and work effectively through others

  • Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to communicate accounting concepts and principles to people with limited accounting knowledge. Ability to operate effectively in complex and highly networked working environments and to understand perspectives, pressures and challenges faced by colleagues and partners. Ability to work with discretion regarding confidential information, possession of sound judgment and attention to detail


How to apply:

All interested candidates are invited to submit their CV and an introduction letter describing how her/his qualifications and experience are a good fit for this position. Only e-mail transmissions to cisp@cisp-ngo.org will be considered. In the email subject has to be indicated: CISP Niger Vacancy + Candidate name, no later than October 31th 2017.

Only pre-selected candidates will be contacted.

Kenya: Education Senior Program Manager

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Organization: Comitato Internazionale per lo Sviluppo dei Popoli
Country: Kenya, Somalia
Closing date: 05 Nov 2017

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Strategic Planning, Program Design and Development
 Initiate, organize and undertake assessments, surveys and studies that form the basis for initiating or developing new projects;
 Identify and promote funding opportunities
 Prepare concept notes and proposals for new education and livelihoods initiatives in line with Somali Ministry of Education priorities, CISP Education Program Strategy, the overall national and global CISP strategy, donors indications;
 Design CISP Education Program Strategy based on the existing projects and ensure the new project designs are in line with it;
Coordination, representation and collaboration
 Build and strengthen partnerships with education actors especially within the education platforms (Education Steering Committee and Education Cluster)
 Establish and strengthen good working relationship with respective ministries and other public or private actors at various levels (Federal, State and local) for project design, planning, managing and monitoring of project activities;
 Represent CISP Education Program and play a proactive role in Somali national education forum and other working groups as required;
 Build and strengthen partnerships with other education actors especially within the consortium implementation strategy;
 Ensure good relations with donors and compliance with grant agreements;
 Ensure submission of timely, high quality project reports to donors and ministry
 Provide technical support to local partners and government offices in order for them to prepare and submit required reports;
 Lead project reviews, including amendments, logical framework revisions and other recommendations with regards to the grants managed.
Quality assurance of Program Implementation
 Ensure the effective management and development of the education programme through planning, regular monitoring, review, research and evaluation, within the framework of the overall national and global CISP strategy;
 Ensure the quality of the program implementation through development of training materials, clear communication and collaboration with education staff;
 Ensure programme monitoring and evaluation system/tools are applied and project progress, results and immediate outcomes and impacts are systematically tracked, documented and shared as appropriate on the basis of CISP and donors’ requirements;
 Ensure that projects are implemented in accordance with the workplan and the involvement of partners and concerned stakeholders at all levels;
 Ensure that CISP and its partners implement project activities in a most efficient, effective and sustainable manner;
 Ensure that periodic, adequate and accurate project monitoring reports are produced by CISP and its partners and submitted to donor;
 Ensure Travels to project sites of CISP and partners and regular monitoring of projects together with project team/partners are conducted;
 Ensure the participation of Ministry, Local Authorities and target groups, in planning, implementation and M&E of project activities based on CISP principles and approaches
Budgeting and Budget Management
 Ensure the overall Education programme financial sustainability in coordination with the Financial department
 Defines Education programme financial strategies and facilitates the increase of the Education portfolio
 Ensure updating and maintaining detailed financial plans for all education projects according to activity work plans;
 Ensure preparation and maintaining procurement plans in line with the financial plans for all education projects in line with CISP strategy and regulations;
 In consultation with program staff and local partners, prepare project budgets and budget revisions as needed;
 Manage project budgets as per CISP minimum standards and donors’ requirements; Monitor project budget utilisation (budget/expenditure) against project implementation
 progress and propose necessary adjustments and/or actions, ensure Value for Money
Staff Management
 Recruit, manage and provide leadership to education program officers of CISP in accordance with the terms and conditions of CISP;
 Create and maintain a strong collaborative and cooperative work environment amongst Education staffs;
 Apply performance management system in line with CISP guidelines and minimum standards
 Provide continuous on-the-job-training to the staff and enhance the capacity of program staff to implement and monitor the education projects effectively and efficiently;
 Identify program staff performance gaps and plan appropriate actions in consultation with CISP coordinator and HR department
COMPETENCIES and SKILLS
 Master’s Degree in Education, Social Sciences, Economics or other related fields;
 At least 5 years of relevant working experiences at managerial level including 2 years at field-based level, preferably with grants funded by EU, DFID and/or USAID in Somalia and East and Horn of Africa;
 At least 2 years’ experience in Education programming in development and emergency context.
 Excellent knowledge of education policy and strategy in the development and emergency context
 Experience in education, income generation, local economic development, policies and best practices in the fields of education and poverty reduction among youth in a post-conflict environment;
 Good coordination, leadership, capacity building and mentoring skills;
 Ability to work under pressure and in adverse situations and readiness to travel to field areas;
 Experience and understanding of Monitoring and Evaluation systems;
 Experience and passion for program development and promotion;
 Exceptional skill to undertake, commission, and interpret research and evaluation evidence in education, economic development, market surveys, tracer studies;
 Ability to explore the appropriateness of quantitative and qualitative research methods;
 Excellent English communication skills, both oral and written, including a good track record of writing reports, proposals and education documents;
 Excellent Computer and Social media skills;
 Ability to work independently with minimal supervision;
 Patient and flexible personality;
 Good sense of humour;
 Excellent networking and people skills;
 Excellent cross – cultural competencies;
 Positive attitude, sees opportunities;
 Passion for education and development.
 Knowledge of the Somali context and language is an added value


How to apply:

If you feel you are the right person for this position, please send an email with:
a) a motivation letter (500 words),
b) an updated CV (maximum 4 pages, including 3 references with updated contacts) to: admin@cisp-nairobi.org
Deadline for submission: 5th November 2017
Please indicate “CISP _ Education Senior Manager” in the subject of the e-mail. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews and submission of relevant productions if applicable. The recruitment process will be ongoing, to be considered complete as soon as the adequate candidate has been identified.

occupied Palestinian territory: Project Coordinator in East Jerusalem

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Organization: Comitato Internazionale per lo Sviluppo dei Popoli
Country: occupied Palestinian territory
Closing date: 31 Mar 2019

Within the Project: Fostering socio-economic empowerment and protection of vulnerable Palestinian communities in East Jerusalem – Phase II, co-funded by the European Union,

CISP is seeking a Project Coordinator, with knowledge and experience on the topics of the project and sound management experience / skills

Project Synopsis

Through the support to and capacity building actions in favor of Palestinian Community Based Organizations in East Jerusalem, the project aims to improve the offer of basic social, educational, psychological, recreational services to vulnerable groups in East Jerusalem, as a way to strengthen the resilience of the Palestinians and preserve the Palestinian character of the city.

The project aims also to support microbusinesses and vocational training activities backed up by the said Palestinian organizations. A specific quality certification program is foreseen for concerned local associations to improve their organizational, financial, managerial efficiency and effectiveness in terms of provision of basic and essential services to the population

Vacancy: Project Coordinator Country of Operation: Palestine

Duty station: East Jerusalem Duration: 12 months renewable

Tentative starting date: May 2019 (Selection procedure expected to be concluded by end of March**)**

Duties and responsibilities:

  1. General planning, coordination, management, supervision and monitoring of project activities

  2. Providing inputs for the implementation of the project and supporting, facilitating and monitoring the capacity building processes for the partners.

  3. Facilitating networking and synergies among partners and relevant external actors and stakeholders of the project in the OPT, especially in East Jerusalem, with the aim of improving effectiveness of partner organizations.

  4. Ensuring that narrative reporting and other requirements related to the grant contract management are met, in line with donor requirements and CISP’s policies and procedures.

  5. Managing procurement and tendering procedures for services, goods and works;

  6. Supervision of accountancy and administration

  7. Maintaining contacts with project partners & beneficiaries as well as other relevant stakeholders, institutions, associations, cluster groups, donors, local and national authorities and International NGOs and agencies;

  8. Taking care of any needed operational agreement with local authorities when needed, as well as any needed authorization

  9. Drawing project documents, assessment reports, activity plans, interim/final reports, financial reports, etc.

  10. Management of financial and logistic resources of the project;

  11. Selection, recruitment, management and supervision of local staff;

  12. Official Representation. Representing CISP in front of local national and international authorities, institutions, agencies, associations, etc., when needed

  13. Promotion. Promoting and encouraging coordination and synergies of the project with other similar developmental projects, initiatives, activities either ongoing and to be identified and promoted

  14. Reporting to the CISP Country Representative to Palestine

Requirements:

a) Demonstrated skills and working experience in cooperation projects’ management, mostly in projects focusing on:

· support and technical assistance to civil society organizations for improving their internal organization, management and achievement of self-sustainability;

· psychological, social and educational activities in favour of children, youth and women;

· promotion of microbusinesses and small income generating activities.

Past working experience in East Jerusalem and or in the Occupied Palestinian Territories is an asset.

b) Excellent understanding of & experience/skills in project management, project planning, administration and financial management, reporting

c) Background and knowledge of EC, Italian Cooperation, UN (UNICEF, UNHCR, OCHA) rules and regulations (management, administrative & procurement procedures, reporting requirements, etc.)

d) Experience/skills in procurement procedures and tendering.

e) Experience in organizational analysis and partnership with civil society organizations

f) Experience/skills in organization of training and community based activities

g) Excellent communication capabilities and ability in reports’ writing

h) Good understanding and experience in project monitoring and evaluation

i) Excellent social skills and ability to work as part of a team and to adopt a consensus based approach.

j) Experience/ability in official representation of the NGO in front of local, national, international institutions, authorities, agencies.

k) Excellent written and verbal skills in English is required.

l) Computer literacy

m) Driving License

n) Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, stressful environment. Flexibility, availability to perform other duties. Availability to work in security volatile context

o) Knowledge of Arabic, Hebrew, and Italian languages is an asset.

p) An academic degree in social or /psychological sciences, and/or related discipline in development cooperation is an asset

q) Previous experience of simultaneous coordination of multiple initiatives/projects is an asset


How to apply:

How to apply:

Interested candidates should send their CV - including contact details of at least 3 reference persons – to both of the following addresses: falcitelli@cisp-ngo.org AND palestinecisp@cisp-ngo.org

The selection procedure is expected to be concluded by end of March /beginning of April. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply at their earliest convenience since applications will be evaluated as they come in.

Lebanon: WASH Expert - LEBANON

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Organization: Comitato Internazionale per lo Sviluppo dei Popoli
Country: Lebanon
Closing date: 15 Jul 2019

Duty Station: Beirut (with frequent and regular missions to North and South Lebanon)

Duration: 12 months renewable Tentative starting date: August 2019

Requirements:

a) Qualifications in a discipline related to Hydraulic Engineering / Water-related Civil Works / Water & Sanitation

b) Specific & demonstrated skills / technical experience in WASH (hydraulic engineering, design, management, implementation, supervision of hydraulic works, wash facilities, water networks, pumping stations, etc.)

c) Experience in WASH need assessments and gap analysis for development of WASH programmes. Academic background and/or past experiences in Integrated Water Resources Management (IWRM) will be an added value;

d) Demonstrated experience and ability in development cooperation & humanitarian projects’ management, specifically in Water, Wastewater infrastructures and, in case, Solid Waste Management;

e) Excellent understanding and experience in Project management (programme, financial and operational management processes and reporting);

f) Experience in participating in Development/Stabilization Consortium Program and Project;

g) Experience / skills in procurement procedures and tendering. The knowledge of procurement and tendering procedures set by EC, Italian Cooperation, UN (UNICEF, UNHCR, OCHA) is a preferential asset

h) Excellent communication capabilities and ability in reports’ writing

i) Fluency in English. Knowledge of Arabic is a preferential asset

j) Driving License

k) Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, stressful environment. Flexibility, availability to perform other duties. Availability to work in security volatile context

l) Past working experience in Lebanon is a preferential asset

m) At least 4 years in WASH in Humanitarian and Development sectors

Main Functions:

  1. Technical schedule of projects, coordination with project manager and other support staff, management and monitoring of project activities;

  2. Pre-feasibility studies, beneficiaries’ selection, design and preparation of BoQ for water and wastewater facility works (e.g. drilling wells, pumping and chlorination stations, transmission pipelines, urban networks, household connections, ect.);

  3. Coordinating the activities of capacity building (Non-Revenue Water Reduction) in collaboration and coordination with the Water Utilities, Consortium and Program Partners, Donor and Ministry of Energy and Water;

  4. Collaborating and assisting the Procurement Unit in the procurement procedures for Work, Services and Goods tenders taking in charge the overall technical section;

  5. Dealing and networking with Consultancy and Contractor Companies;

  6. Supervision and follow up of construction sites;

  7. Maintaining contacts with relevant local stakeholders, institutions, associations, cluster groups, donors, local authorities and International NGOs and agencies;

  8. Taking care of technical operational agreement with local authorities, as well as any needed authorization

  9. Drawing project documents, assessment reports, activity plans, interim / final reports, etc.

  10. Supporting selection, recruitment, management and supervision of technical local staff;


How to apply:

Interested candidates should send their CV - including contact details of at least 3 reference persons - to both the following addresses:

falcitelli@cisp-ngo.orgANDcisp.recruitment@gmail.com

Somalia: PROJECT ASSISTANT

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Organization: Comitato Internazionale per lo Sviluppo dei Popoli
Country: Somalia
Closing date: 30 Jun 2019

BACKGROUND ON CISP SOMALIA EDUCATION PROGRAM
Comitato Internazionale Per Lo Sviluppo Dei Popoli – CISP (International Committee for the Development of Peoples) is a development organization established in Rome in 1983, to engage against the impact of poverty and denied rights worldwide. In Somalia, CISP is currently implementing 3 education programs in Banadir and Galmudug State funded by DFID EU and SHF. Further, CISP has secured another funding from the Somali Humanitarian Fund (SHF) to implement a one-year integrated emergency education project targeting 16 schools in Galgaduud region. The goal of the project is to promote equitable access to education, to reduce dropouts (for both boys and girls) and to improve learning outcomes for the most marginalized children who have been severely affected by drought and conflict with special focus on IDP children. The position holder will be directly responsible for the implementation of the SHF funded project.

Job purpose
Under the supervision of the Education team leader for Galgaduud region, the project Officer will be specifically responsible for the day today implementation of Somali Humanitarian Fund (SHF) funded project to be implemented in Galgaduud region of Galmudug State. He/she will be responsible for fast tracking of activities implementation as per the approved work plan, monitoring, collection of the means of verifications for all the activities implemented and preparation of monthly project progress reports and accurate and timely completion of monthly 4W matrix for sharing with education cluster both at regional cluster and National cluster levels. The Officer will maintain strong networks with school CECs and teachers, youth groups, boys’ and girls’ leadership networks and women’s organizations in support of education activities. The Officer will also support the Education Supervisor with other tasks and duties as needed.

Project Planning and Implementation

▪ In collaboration with Galmudug Sate MOE and colleagues, lead the process of mobilizing and sensitizing the communities targeted by the project on education awareness and enrolment campaigns

▪ Prepare community mobilization activity action plan in consultation with Education Supervisor and stakeholders
▪ Promote and ensure access and inclusion in schools and education activities of marginalized girls, children with special needs and disabilities and those from minority groups
▪ Strengthen and enhance linkages and network between MoE Galmudug, CECs, teachers, parents, girls and boys and coordinate active participation of all
▪ Taking part in community assessments to determine the existing needs and emerging ones.
▪ Carry outdoor-to-door home visits in an effort to mobilize the community and work to ensure the various mobilization and sensitization undertaken achieve the desired impact
▪ Initiate / generate technical instructions through construction/rehabilitation site monitoring visits and other site observations. Liaise with other disciplines for co-ordination issues and assist in preparation of reports.
▪ Assist School head teachers in updating school registers and keep accurate records of enrolment, attendance, and learning performance and ensure that all monthly school dry food ration distribution is well documented with duly signed and stamped distribution lists, corresponding monthly attendance register, quality photos and quotes from CECs, students, MOE officials in support of verification of distribution
▪ Coordinate the creation and adoption of School Codes of Conduct with all relevant stakeholders to ensure protection, safety and well-being of all students enrolled in the schools
▪ Make sure quality and appropriate documentation is produced, collected and shared timely in collaboration with the Education Supervisor and Education Program Coordinator
▪ Ensure accountability (to learners, teachers, parents and other beneficiaries, to CISP, to the Ministry of Education Galmudug, to donors, etc., for all education activities

Project Monitoring and Reporting
▪ Prepare and compiling monthly, quarterly and annual project reports in accordance with the donor guidelines
▪ Preparation and timely submission of accurate data using the 4W matrix template by 20th of every month for sharing with the national and regional education clusters
▪ Conduct regular monitoring of project progress as per the project plan
▪ Work closely with the Education Supervisor and Coordinator in planning monitoring, reviewing, collating and disseminating programme achievement and learning
▪ Proactively participate in the collection of data, involvement of the beneficiaries, assessments, monitoring and accountability actions
▪ Participate in project review meetings with MOE officials, cluster coordination forums, communities and school administrations
▪ Document constraints, challenges, gaps and needs as well as best practice and lessons learnt and ensure that they are reported
▪ Identify operational/technical and management problems arising during the implementation of the project activities by CISP and its implementing partners and report to the responsible line manager in the organization to ensure timely action is taken.

Advocacy, Communication and Coordination
▪ Engage in advocacy & representation with other actors concerning the value of education and specifically promotion of girls’ education
▪ Regularly collect in-depth stories and comments from community members on education, schools and CISP education activities and share with Education Programme Manager and Education Program Coordinator
▪ Organize meetings, symposia, etc. to engage children, youth, parents and community members to support education, including emphasis on girls’ education
▪ Document best practice and lessons learnt from the implementation of the education activities by CISP and ensure that they are reported
▪ Perform other duties as instructed by his/her immediate supervisor

Person specification
• Degree in BA (Education) Sociology, Development Studies
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience working with International NGO in similar position in
Somalia
• Excellent in written and spoken English and Somali Languages
• Excellent report writing skills
• Availability to start the job by 1 st of August 2019


How to apply:

Interested and qualified persons, with the required experience are invited to submit their application to Human resource cisp@cisp-nairobi.org not later than 30th June 2019 at 3:00pm
Email subject: “Application for the position of Project Assistant”.
Application to include ALL of the following:

  • CV (not exceeding 4 pages), including 3 references.
  • Cover letter (1-page maximum)
  • Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
  • For more information about CISP, please visit www.cisp-ngo.org.
    CISP is strongly committed to ending Child Abuse, all forms of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse, and to building a work environment that is safe and welcoming for all, where Sexual Harassment does not take place. The desired candidate for any position should share and support this commitment in all aspects of their personal and professional behaviour. Any history implicating that the applicant has a history of Child Abuse, Sexual Exploitation and Abuse, or Sexual Harassment, is a reason for excluding him or her from employment with CISP.

Somalia: CHILD PROTECTION PROJECT OFFICER (2)

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Organization: Comitato Internazionale per lo Sviluppo dei Popoli
Country: Somalia
Closing date: 10 Jul 2019

BACKGROUND ON CISP SOMALIA PROGRAM.
Comitato Internazionale Per Lo Sviluppo Dei Popoli – CISP (International Committee for the Development of Peoples) is a development organization established in Rome in 1983, to engage against the impact of poverty and denied rights worldwide. In Somalia, CISP is currently implementing Protection program in Banadir region funded by UNICEF. Further, CISP has secured another funding from the Somali Humanitarian Fund (SHF) to implement a one-year integrated emergency education/child protection project targeting 16 schools in Galgaduud region. The goal of the project is to promote equitable access to education, to reduce dropouts (for both boys and girls) and to improve learning outcomes for the most marginalized children who have been severely affected by drought and conflict with special focus on IDP children. The position holder will be directly responsible for the implementation of the SHF funded project leading the child protection component in the target locations.

TERMS OF REFERENCE FOR THE CHILD PROTECTION PROJECT OFFICERSRESPONSIBILITIES

Lead Case management of Unaccompanied Minors (UAM) through Identification, documentation, these will facilitate family tracing and ensure that children receive appropriate care and assistance until reunification or until alternative solutions are arranged.
• Support family tracing and reunification through community-based networks, children will be placed with foster families as the process of tracing is ongoing, foster families will be supported with food ratio during this period.
• Train teachers on psychological first aid training who will be providing psychological support to boys and girls in schools.
• Work with the field teams to designing IEC materials and implementing awareness campaigns and capacity building for formal and informal authorities for prevention of family separation and response for UASC.

Develop and strengthen local level referral pathways through child protection service mapping in Dhusamareb, Adado and Abudwaq.

• Conduct rapid assessments and data collection, according to WHO ethical and safety principles, as part of inter-agency/multi- sectoral teams and coordinate immediate protection (GBV and CP) response in areas of displacement, conflict or natural disasters;
• Supervision and follow up of project activities in the project sites such as schools, vocational centers and others.
• The project officers will be responsible for working directly with the community, local authorities and the beneficiaries.
• With support from the PM and the Child Protection Manager the project officer will make weekly and monthly activity work plans.
• The project officers will and must be willing to work hand in hand with other sectors within CISP and other partners in their areas of operations.
• Support the documentation of project methodologies, lessons learned, and gather case studies;
• Facilitate parents/care training/meetings/dialogue on child protection.
• Facilitate caregiver’s support sessions for parents on how to deal with children in distress and how to manage their own stress.
• Lead the provision of food and nutritional support to the children being placed under a foster family, this goes in to reducing economic burden to the foster family for absorbing extra person to feed during the family tracing process.
• Train stakeholders and staff child protection case management.
• Guide and support with reporting, referral of child protection incidents.
• Produce project reports on monthly and quarterly basis/ · Produce activity reports e.g. training reports
• Represent CISP in Galmudug regional and district coordination meetings in the child protection, government, cluster/ working groups etc.
• Network with INGOs, NGOs, the UN, and local government authorities in order to inform them of CISP work.
• Execute other duties as signed by the supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:
• University degree in relevant area (e.g. child development, child psychology, social work, child education, human rights);
• Work experience in the Somali context is desirable; Experience working in Galmudug is an added advantage.
• 3 years of experience or more in related job of child protection is desirable.
• Knowledge on child protection and gender-based violence.
• Previous experience in implementing a child protection project.
• Proven experience conducting trainings for government officials, non-governmental organizations and/or in protection settings is essential.
• Computer literate – Microsoft Word &Excel
• Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to establish effective working relations with local staff, beneficiaries and other stakeholders;
• Excellent report writing skills.
• Fluency in written and spoken English and Somali languages.
• Commitment to realizing children’s rights and girl’s education.
• Must be able to work independently while being a strong team player
• Additional qualities: flexibility, cultural and environmental sensitivity, and abilities to multitask, handle pressure well, and improvise.
• Willingness to learn and collaborate with other stakeholders (parents, IDPs, children, child protection committees, other organizations and local government)
• Comply with CISP’s child protection policy and code of conduct as well as the inter-agency standards.
• Monitoring and evaluation skills
• Conduct service mapping with GBV and child protection actors in target areas, support the development and implementation of GBV and CP referral standard operating procedures (SOPs) in Dhusamareb, Adado and Abudwaq.


How to apply:

Interested and qualified persons, with the required experience are invited to submit their application to Human resource cisp@cisp-nairobi.org, HR@CISP-nairobi.org not later than 10th July 2019 at 3:00pm Email subject: “Application: CHILD PROTECTION PROJECT OFFICER.”.

Application to include ALL of the following:
• CV (not exceeding 4 pages), including 3 references.
• Cover letter (1-page maximum)
Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. For more information about CISP, please visit www.cisp-ngo.org.

CISP is strongly committed to ending Child Abuse, all forms of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse, and to building a work environment that is safe and welcoming for all, where Sexual Harassment does not take place. The desired candidate for any position should share and support this commitment in all aspects of their personal and professional behavior. Any history implicating that the applicant has a history of Child Abuse, Sexual Exploitation and Abuse, or Sexual Harassment, is a reason for excluding him or her from employment with CISP.

Algeria: Expert/Consultant for KAP Study on WASH in Schools in Saharawi Refugee Camps in Algeria

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Organization: Comitato Internazionale per lo Sviluppo dei Popoli
Country: Algeria
Closing date: 08 Aug 2019

Duty Station: Sahawi Refugee Camps (Algeria, Tindouf)

Main Function: Implementation of a Knowledge Attitude and Practices (KAP) study on WASH in Schools in Saharawi Refugee camps in Algeria

A. Background Information. CISP implements the project “Improve the learning environment for children in Smara and Layoune camps” in coordination with education actors in the Saharawi refugee camps under UNICEF funding between January 2019 and August 2019 . The Project is focused on the following areas: • Promote hygiene behavior and good hygiene practices for children enrolled, teachers and administrative staff in primary and intermediate schools targeting more than 13500 beneficiaries • Rehabilitation of 3 primary schools in Smara camp including WASH facilities for girls and boys • Reconstruction of intermediate school in Layoune camp following new standards for WASH facilities adapted to Saharawi Refugee camps
• Rehabilitation of 2 kindergartens in Layoune camp including WASH facilities

B. Purpose of the Study. This study aims to fairly measure status of knowledge, attitude, and practice of teachers, children and educational managers regarding WASH. Especially towards adopting improved hygiene principles in the project schools in line with project objectives. In particular, following areas will need further exploration: • Existing trends of hygiene behavior; including hand washing, use of latrine and menstrual hygiene • Conditions of water and sanitation facilities and usage in targeted Schools • A degree of capacities of relevant stakeholders including local education department and Parents association • Level of considerations, concerns and potentials of relevant stakeholders to cope with WASH issues and challenge.

C. Study expected outputs • Existing situation of knowledge, attitude and practices by school populations regarding WASH • Details of opportunities and risks involved in WASH infrastructure development and behavior change activities • Recommendations to cover risks and utilize opportunities for project success. Lead ideas for developing behavior change strategy and relevant indicators adapted to the local context.

Execution times:

Start: 22 September 2019

Duration of field mission: 30 days

Requisites of Consultant

a) 5-7 years experience of conducting similar researches/studies, and data analysis and collection

b) extensive knowledge of WASH approaches, methodologies and best practices

c) Work Experience in similar context of refugee camps will be appreciated

d) Excellent communication capabilities and ability in reports’ writing

e) Good command of written and spoken Arabic and English languages.

f) Knowledge of French an asset.


How to apply:

Interested candidates should send their CV - to both the following addresses:

tounsi@cisp-ngo.org AND staffing.campsah@gmail.com


Consultancy for Training of Trainers on SBCC material development using Art for Social Change Methodologies

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Country: Kenya
Organization: Comitato Internazionale per lo Sviluppo dei Popoli
Closing date: 12 Apr 2021

TERMS OF REFERENCE (ToR)

Duration: 12 days (6 days training ToTs including preparation end reporting, 4 days reviewing the CISP Manual and 2 days online follow up sessions)

Location: Mumias

1. Background:

CISP (Comitato Internazionale per lo Sviluppo dei Popoli)

CISP Kenya carries out projects in areas of development by supporting national and county authorities to provide quality, equitable, transparent and accountable services in the sectors of higher education, child protection, culture, food security and nutrition. Currently, CISP is the Consortium lead for numerous development projects across multiple Counties and sectors in Kenya.

CISP is leading a consortium of partners to implement a Child Protection project funded by AICS in four sub-Counties in Nakuru and Kakamega Counties. The project is focusing on four components: prevention of child abuse, child participation and empowerment, capacity development and systems strengthening and participatory research.

Child Rights Clubs have been established in the four targeted sub counties with teachers being selected to provide support and guide the clubs as CRC patrons. Training of CRC patrons and Project staff on art for social change will be very key to enable them:

· Guide children in development of Behavior Change Communication Materials

· Enhance the self-confidence and well being of girls and boys and be able to share their experiences with regards to their protection.

· Enable children to envision solutions to problems they face in school, at home and generally within the community.

The purpose of this assignment is to train ToTs (teachers who are Child Rights Club patrons and project staff) on Art for Social Change methodology with a focus on photovoice, painting and drawing and review the existing Art for Social Change Manual to fit the context.

2. Objectives

  • Facilitate a ToTs on development of SBCC (Social and behavioral Change Communication) material using Art for Social Change methodologies.
  • Review of Art for Positive Living and Social Change Guide A Facilitation Guide for Child Right Clubs’ Mentors/Patrons on use of Art for Child Protection and to include relevant topics and methodologies

3. List of deliverables

  • 1 TOTs training session for CRC patrons and project staff on development of SBCC material using Art for Social Change methodologies
  • Revised CISP Guide
  • Virtual follow up sessions

4. Time frame

The consultancy should be carried out between April 2021 and October 2021

ACTIVITY -DURATION:

  • Preparation of TOT program and submission to CISP team for approval -1 day
  • Carry out TOT training in Mumias- 4 days
  • Organize on line follow-up session with TOT participants- 2 days in the last quarter of 2021
  • Revision and adaptation of CISP Guide - 4 days
  • Preparation and submission of report -1 day

4. Qualifications and experiences

  • Strong facilitation skills
  • At least 3 years’ experience as an art for social change facilitator.
  • Specific knowledge of participatory visual arts methodologies, including Photovoice.
  • A deep understanding of child protection issues and related social norms.
  • Able to establish and maintain effective and meaningful working relations with partners and staff in general
  • Fluent in English
  • Knowledge of Kiswahili is an added value.
  • Excellent communication skills

How to apply:

Qualified candidates to send their expression of interest indicating “**AICS CP TOT on SBCC material development using Art for Social Change methodologies**” as the subject to jared.bangani@cisp-ngo.org CC maureen.mburu@cisp-ngo.org by 12th April 2021 at 5pm EAT.

All applications should include the following:

  1. Technical proposal (max 5 pages):

The technical proposal should include (I) profile of the Consultant with particular emphasis on previous experience in this kind of work (ii) Clear explanation about how the task will be accomplished, which tools and methodologies will be used (iii) Draft work plan.

  1. Financial Proposal:

The financial proposal should provide cost estimates in Kenyan shillings for services rendered including daily consultancy fees, stationery and supplies needed for the training and transport and accommodation charges.

  1. At least 2 References to previous similar works.

Attached to this TOR are the following CISP Policy Documents links for your familiarization.

• Child Protection Policy Kenya and Somalia

• CISP Code of Behavior

• CISP PSEA Policy

• Code of Conduct for IAPG Agencies and Suppliers

CISP is strongly committed to ending Child Abuse, all forms of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse, and to building a work environment that is safe and welcoming for all, where Sexual Harassment does not take place. The desired candidate for any position should share and support this commitment in all aspects of their personal and professional behaviour. Any history implicating that the applicant has a history of Child Abuse, Sexual Exploitation and Abuse, or Sexual Harassment, is a reason for excluding him or her from employment with CISP.

Job Vacancy: Research Officer

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Country: Somalia
Organization: Comitato Internazionale per lo Sviluppo dei Popoli
Closing date: 4 Aug 2021

JOB VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

Title: Research Officer

Ref N: CISP-CC01-7/2021_SOM

Sector: Program

No. of positions: 2

Location of work: Somalia

Reports to: Data and Research Coordinator

Start of work: August 2021

Duration: 1 year (renewable)

BACKGROUND INFORMATION:

CISP is an equal employment opportunity employer with its Headquarters in Rome.

About the Project

Communities Care is an innovative and exciting programme developed by UNICEF with an aim to prevent sexual violence against women and girls in communities affected by conflict; by working with these communities to transform social norms – reshaping norms that promote sexual violence into norms that promote dignity, equality and non-violence.

The programme was piloted in 2013 in Somalia by CISP for a period of 3 years and later rolled out across Somalia regions since 2016. In 2017, CISP was engaged by UNICEF to mentor and support its 11 implementing Partners in Scaling-up of Community-Care component in 16 locations in South Central, Puntland and Somaliland.

CISP Somalia

CISP launched its activities in Somalia in 1983. Since then, CISP has provided continued support in Benadir region, in the Galmudug State and other areas of the country. CISP’s experienced field teams are based in the coordination office in Mogadishu and in its main project locations, Galkayo, Dhusamareb, Elder and Harardere.

CISP is also working through local partners in the following locations: Kismayo (CEDA), Baidoa (SCWRW), Barawe and Marka (OSPAD), Beletxawo and Luuq (SEDHURO), Iskushuban (SHILCON), Bossaso (TASS), Hargeisa (CCBRS), Beletweyne (HIWA).

CISP support Emergency, Education, Health and Nutrition, Protection, Livelihoods and Arts and Culture for Change programs.

Scope of Work

CISP in partnership with John Hopkins University (JHU) has been implementing UNICEF’s Communities Care: Transforming Lives and Preventing Violence program in Somalia since 2012. The program was piloted for four years and after promising outcomes in the pilot phase, UNICEF together with CISP and JHU agreed to scale-up the program to other regions in Somalia to prevent sexual violence and other forms of GBV, hence promoting safer and healthier communities.

For the current engagement, CISP will be transferring skills and expertise of catalyzing change through discussions to local NGOs and government officials. This aims to build a sustainable cohort of local organizations and government authorities in Somalia who understand the theory of social norms change and can implement the Communities Care Program throughout Somalia. CISP will also develop an impact monitoring system for the CC program across Somalia and build capacity of UNICEF partners’ staff on how to monitor and report their progress and impact in the areas of intervention.

Role and Responsibilities

The Research Officer for the CC program will be responsible for carrying out the following tasks:

  • Travel to project intervention areas to implement the research workplan under the supervision of the Data and Research Coordinator

  • Take part in capacity building of implementing partners’ research team on research ethics, and data collection tools for the CC program, as well as organize periodic refresher training before any data collection exercise, to ensure quality and integrity of data collected.

  • Supporting the coordinator to support and mentor implementing partners’ research team during baseline and endline surveys.

  • Conduct all data collection activities for the program, carry out data cleaning, highlight data errors and suggest improvement on the data collection tools for the program.

  • Prepare activity reports and share with coordinator in a timely manner. This includes giving feedback on areas of improvement in terms of capacity of partner staff, challenges in data collection exercises, and any issues that may affect data quality.

  • Attend regular de-brief meetings organized by the Research Coordinator to share experiences, lessons learnt and areas of improvement to ensure effective capacity building of local NGOs and government authorities in relation to data and research.

  • Perform any other duties as may be reasonably required and in line with the scope of work described above.

Profile Required

Educational:

  • University degree or advanced diploma in research studies, population studies, social work, development studies or any other relevant areas of training

  • Training in computer packages (MS Office)

Technical / Professional:

Required

  • Minimum of 2 years progressive experience in research and/or M&E components of programming.

  • Minimum of 2 years working in protection programs implementing protection (GBV) activities in Somalia

  • Experience in in field-level data collection as part of a research study or program monitoring and evaluation

  • Experience with mobile data collection tools

Desirable

  • Good analytical skills

  • Good problem-solving skills

  • Highly organized with attention to detail

  • Training experience on research protocols and ethics in Somalia by John Hopkins University

  • Previous practical experience in conducting longitudinal research activities for UNICEF’s Communities Care program in Somalia

Including

  • Have a valid certificate of good conduct.

How to apply:

How to apply:

Interested and qualified persons, with the required experience are invited to submit their application to Human resource hr.somalia@cisp-ngo.org by close of business on or before: 4**th August 2021, @5PM EAT.**

Email subject: “Application for the position of Research Officer in Somalia”.

Application to include ALL of the following:

  • CV (not exceeding 4 pages), including 3 references.

  • Cover letter (1 page maximum)

Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

For more information about CISP, please visit www.cisp-ngo.org.

CISP is strongly committed to ending Child Abuse, all forms of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse, and to building a work environment that is safe and welcoming for all, where Sexual Harassment does not take place. The desired candidate for any position should share and support this commitment in all aspects of their personal and professional behaviour. Any history implicating that the applicant has a history of Child Abuse, Sexual Exploitation and Abuse, or Sexual Harassment, is a reason for excluding him or her from employment with CISP.

Job Vacancy Announcement: Capacity Building Officer (Community Engagement)

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Country: Somalia
Organization: Comitato Internazionale per lo Sviluppo dei Popoli
Closing date: 4 Aug 2021

JOB VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT:

Title: Capacity Building Officer (Community Engagement)

Ref N: CISP-CC01-7/2021_SOM

Sector: Program

No. of positions: 1

Location of work: Somalia

Reports to: Community Engagement Focal Point

Start of work: August 2021

Duration: 1 year (renewable)

BACKGROUND INFORMATION:

CISP is an equal employment opportunity employer with its Headquarters in Rome.

About the Project

Communities Care is an innovative and exciting programme developed by UNICEF with an aim to prevent sexual violence against women and girls in communities affected by conflict; by working with these communities to transform social norms – reshaping norms that promote sexual violence into norms that promote dignity, equality and non-violence.

The programme was piloted in 2013 in Somalia by CISP for a period of 3 years and later rolled out across Somalia regions since 2016. In 2017, CISP was engaged by UNICEF to mentor and support its 11 implementing Partners in Scaling-up of Community-Care component in 16 locations in South Central, Puntland and Somaliland.

CISP Somalia

CISP launched its activities in Somalia in 1983. Since then, CISP has provided continued support in Benadir region, in the Galmudug State and other areas of the country. CISP’s experienced field teams are based in the coordination office in Mogadishu and in its main project locations, Galkayo, Dhusamareb, Elder and Harardere.

CISP is also working through local partners in the following locations: Kismayo (CEDA), Baidoa (SCWRW), Barawe and Marka (OSPAD), Beletxawo and Luuq (SEDHURO), Iskushuban (SHILCON), Bossaso (TASS), Hargeisa (CCBRS), Beletweyne (HIWA).

CISP support Emergency, Education, Health and Nutrition, Protection, Livelihoods and Arts and Culture for Change programs.

Scope of Work

CISP in partnership with John Hopkins University (JHU) has been implementing UNICEF’s Communities Care: Transforming Lives and Preventing Violence program in Somalia since 2012. The program was piloted for four years and after promising outcomes in the pilot phase, UNICEF together with CISP and JHU agreed to scale-up the program to other regions in Somalia to prevent sexual violence and other forms of GBV, hence promoting safer and healthier communities.

For the current engagement, CISP will be transferring skills and expertise of catalyzing change through discussions to local NGOs and government officials. This aims to build a sustainable cohort of local organizations and government authorities in Somalia who understand the theory of social norms change and can implement the Communities Care Program throughout Somalia. CISP will also develop an impact monitoring system for the CC program across Somalia and build capacity of UNICEF partners’ staff on how to monitor and report their progress and impact in the areas of intervention.

Role and Responsibilities

The Capacity Building Officer (Community Engagement) for the CC program will be responsible for carrying out the following tasks:

  • Support the Community Engagement Team Lead to develop a clear and concise community engagement plan for the entire program, that includes providing mentoring and support to UNICEF implementing partners and government officials on part 4 of the CC toolkit (facilitating CC dialogues).

  • Travel to project intervention areas to mentor and support implementing partners in identification and engagement of key stakeholders in the respective communities for effective implementation of community dialogues.

  • Provide continuous skills transfer to implementing partners on challenges, best practices, and learnings from previous experiences of the CC program during mentoring and training sessions. This also includes supporting partners to collect community feedback and complaints and respond in a timely and ethical manner.

  • Travel to project areas to mentor and support implementing partners staff to carry out part 4 of the toolkit that entails formation of discussion groups, engaging local authorities, conducting public declarations, and carrying out community-led actions in the areas of intervention.

  • Prepare activity reports that highlight the field observations, and areas of improvement for the partners and share with team lead in a timely manner.

  • Support the team lead to mentor local NGOs in forming lasting relations between the project, communities involved and corresponding government ministries. This will support partners in achieving project ownership and sustainability in the areas of intervention.

  • Perform any other duties as may be reasonably required and in line with the scope of work described above.

Profile Required

Educational:

  • University degree or advanced diploma in community engagement, social work, development studies, population studies, anthropology, or any other relevant areas of training

  • Training and proficiency in computer packages (MS Office - Word and Excel)

Technical / Professional:

Required

  • Minimum of 2 years progressive experience in conducting community engagement activities in Somalia

  • Minimum of 2 years working in protection programs implementing protection (GBV) activities in Somalia

  • Maturity and confidence in dealing with high-ranking community leaders and government officials

  • Excellent communication skills

  • Demonstrated ability to respond positively to critical feedback and differing points of view

Desirable

  • Open to change and ability to manage complex situations

  • Remain calm, in control and good humored even under pressure

  • Practical experience in implementation of UNICEF’s Communities Care program in Somalia

  • Good knowledge of UNICEF’s Communities Care toolkit (especially part 1 and 4 on social norms change theory and facilitating community dialogues)

Including

  • Have a valid certificate of good conduct.

How to apply:

How to apply:

Interested and qualified persons, with the required experience are invited to submit their application to Human resource hr.somalia@cisp-ngo.org by close of business on or before: 4**th August 2021, @5PM EAT.**

Email subject: “Application for the position of Capacity Building Officer (Community Engagement) in Somalia”.

Application to include ALL of the following:

  • CV (not exceeding 4 pages), including 3 references.

  • Cover letter (1 page maximum)

Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

For more information about CISP, please visit www.cisp-ngo.org.

CISP is strongly committed to ending Child Abuse, all forms of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse, and to building a work environment that is safe and welcoming for all, where Sexual Harassment does not take place. The desired candidate for any position should share and support this commitment in all aspects of their personal and professional behaviour. Any history implicating that the applicant has a history of Child Abuse, Sexual Exploitation and Abuse, or Sexual Harassment, is a reason for excluding him or her from employment with CISP.

Coordenador/a de projeto - Setor Cultura, Paz e Reconciliação, Coesão social

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Country: Mozambique
Organization: Comitato Internazionale per lo Sviluppo dei Popoli
Closing date: 10 Jan 2023

O CISP iniciou sua atuação em Moçambique em 2014 e atualmente está à procura de um/a coordenador/a do projeto no âmbito de um projeto cofinanciado pela União Europeia, que tem como objetivo de contribuir para a consolidação da Paz em Moçambique, promovendo uma iniciativa de Reconciliação Nacional baseada em atividades culturais e na participação ativa da sociedade civil, dos grupos mais vulneráveis e das comunidades mais afetadas pelo conflito.

O/a coordenador/a do projeto terá a responsabilidade operacional do mesmo, e será responsável pelo cumprimento dos requisitos técnicos, financeiros e organizacionais do projeto gerido, de acordo com as obrigações contratuais do CISP face aos doadores e aos organismos nacionais relevantes.

As principais funções e responsabilidades do/a coordenador/a do projeto incluem o seguinte:

Gestão do projeto:

• Assegurar a planificação e gestão das atividades e do orçamento do projeto, com particular atenção à definição do plano de cofinanciamento, e a monitoria em conformidade com o sistema de gestão do CISP e os requisitos dos doadores.

• Assegurar relações contínuas com os doadores, apresentação de relatórios narrativos e financeiros de qualidade e pontuais. Apoiar processos de avaliações externas e auditorias.

• Garantir que abordagens inovadoras sejam incluídas em programas existentes e futuros, para aumentar o impacto positivo sobre os beneficiários do projeto.

• Realizar missões de campo nas províncias de Manica, Sofala e Tete, onde são previstas atividades especificas e será necessário fortalecer a colaboração com parceiros e beneficiários.

• Coordenar as relações com os parceiros de implementação (definição e assinatura de memorandos de entendimento, reuniões de revisão, etc.).

Tarefas gerais

• Participar a reuniões e workshops com autoridades locais, representantes de doadores ou principais partes interessadas.

• Garantir a coordenação das atividades de promoção do CISP no país, assegurando o acompanhamento constante do desenvolvimento de novas propostas, incluindo propostas para garantir o cofinanciamento do projeto.

• Assegurar o cumprimento dos procedimentos e políticas do CISP e dos doadores.

• Identificar possíveis parcerias tanto a nível de projeto específico como a nível estratégico.

• Garantir visibilidade qualificada do CISP.

Responsabilidades gerenciais e administrativas

• Supervisão do planejamento financeiro do projeto.

• Assegurar a conformidade de todas as despesas e compras com o sistema de gestão do CISP, os procedimentos dos doadores e os requisitos da legislação nacional.

• Assegurar a gestão dos recursos humanos mobilizados pelo CISP no programa.

Perfil

• Mestrado em Estudos Humanitários / Desenvolvimento / Ciências Sociais ou áreas afins.

• Pelo menos 5 anos de experiência de trabalho em Gestão de Projetos de doadores internacionais, de preferências no Setor da Cultura como meio de promoção da Paz, reconciliação e coesão social.

• Bom conhecimento dos procedimentos de gestão da União Europeia (pelo menos 3 anos de experiência) e de preferência de outros doadores (AICS, Agências da ONU, etc..).

• Forte competência e experiência administrativa/financeira.

• Experiência de trabalho anterior em Moçambique será um título de preferência.

• Conhecimento da língua portuguesa. Conhecimento das línguas inglesa e italiana (falado e escrito) será um título de preferência.

• Boas habilidades de comunicação, e boa aptidão para gerenciamento de estresse.

• Capacidade de criar, coordenar e gerir relações de parceria com doadores e organizações da sociedade civil.

How to apply

Os candidatos interessados podem enviar o seu CV com autorização para o tratamento de dados pessoais (Decreto Legislativo 196/2003 e artigo 13.º do RGPD - Regulamento da UE 2016/679), carta de motivação e pelo menos dois contactos para referências, para o endereço de email

recruitment@cisp-ngo.org

com assunto do mail: "Moçambique – Coordenador de Projeto" até 10.01.2023

Programme Manager – Livelihood and food security

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Country: Sudan
Organization: Comitato Internazionale per lo Sviluppo dei Popoli
Closing date: 21 Jan 2023

CISP is looking for a livelihood and food security expert to support the development of its country programme in Sudan.

CISP started its activities in the country in 2019 and it’s currently seeking to strengthen its programme focusing on the response to emergencies related to food and nutritional insecurity.

The PM will oversee the implementation and coordination of the ongoing project in the sector and for the identification and pursuit of new opportunities.

The PM will be based in Khartoum with frequent travels to Gedaref and other States.

Programme management/development

  • Ensure coordination and quality management of projects implemented in Sudan in compliance with CISP’s management system and donor’s requirements, with particular focus on the livelihood and food security sector.
  • Ensure continuous relations with donors, submission of quality and timely narrative and financial reports. Support processes of external evaluations and audits.
  • Ensure innovative approaches are included in existing and future programs in order to increase positive impact on project beneficiaries.
  • Carry out field missions to monitor ongoing projects and strengthen the collaboration with partners and beneficiaries.
  • Identify and coordinate the relations with implementing partners (defining and signing MoUs, review meetings, etc.).

General tasks

  • Attend meetings and workshops with local authorities, donor representatives or key stakeholders.
  • Guarantee coordination of CISP promotion activities in the country, by ensuring constant supervision of the development of new proposals.
  • With the advice and under the supervision of the headquarters, ensure the strategic development of the programs and the presence of the organization in the country.
  • Ensure compliance with the procedures and policies of CISP and donors.
  • Identify possible partnerships both at specific project level and at strategic level.
  • Ensure CISP qualified visibility.

Managerial and administrative responsibilities

  • Supervision of project/country financial planning.
  • Ensure compliance of all expenditures and purchases with CISP management system, donor procedures and the requirements of national legislation.
  • Ensure the management of human resources deployed by CISP in the programme.

Profile

  • Master's Degree in Humanitarian / Development Studies / Social Sciences or any related field
  • At least 5 years of working experience on Food Security, Livelihood, Social Protection, Conflict Management & Peace Building
  • Experience in programmes with multipurpose cash distribution components and/or strong administrative/financial competence and experience
  • Expertise in post-distribution monitoring (PDM): data analysis and report writing
  • Good knowledge of EU, AICS, UN Agencies management procedures (preferably at least 2 years experience)
  • Previous working experience in Sudan or Eastern Africa region is preferred
  • Excellent in written and spoken English. Knowledge of Arabic and Italian will be a plus
  • Good communication and writing skills as well as a good aptitude for stress management
  • Ability to create, coordinate and manage partnership relationships with donors and civil society organizations
  • Ability to work under pressure and operate in complex contexts

How to apply

Interested candidates can send their CV with authorization to process personal data (Legislative Decree 196/2003 and Article 13 GDPR - EU Regulation 2016/679), a motivational letter and at least two contacts for references to the email address recruitment@cisp-ngo.org with subject: "Sudan – Programme manager" by 21.01.2023

CISP reserves the right to terminate the selection if a sufficient number of applications has been received, and the right to modify, extend, suspend or reopen the terms of this selection procedure if the need or opportunity arises.

CISP undertakes to select its collaborators exclusively on the basis of human and professional skills, offering equal opportunities and without exercising discrimination in the context of recruitment, selection, remuneration, training, assignment of tasks, promotions and conclusion of the relationship, or any other human resources activity based on race, nationality, religion, opinions, affiliations, sex, age, ethnicity or citizenship, marital or family status, sexual orientation and identity, trade union membership or current or previous disability.

The selected person will be asked to fully adhere to the values of the CISP and maximum respect for the management system of the CISP, with particular attention to the code of conduct.

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