Showing posts with label 2012 NGO jobs in East and Horn of Africa. Show all posts
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2012 NGO jobs in East & Horn of Africa- Programme Coordinator
JOB DESCRIPTION
TITLE: Programme Coordinator/Health Delegate
COUNTRY: Sudan
DUTY STATION: Based in Kassala, Sudan, with regular travel to the field and Khartoum
REPORTING TO: NLRC Regional programme Coordinator South Africa and Sudan
DIRECT REPORTS: NLRC Country Representative in Khartoum
Duration: 12 months, as soon as possible to April 14, 2013 with possibility of extension
Background of activities
Sudanese Red Crescent (SRCS),supported by the Netherlands and Belgian RC,will respond to particular severe food insecurity among particularly vulnerable IDPs in Kassala State, Sudan, titled “Integrated Primary Health Care Program addressing nutrition emergency in IDPs camps in Kassala State” with the aim to:
1. Improvenutritional status
2. Improve access to CPHC services - Integrated health program (including water, sanitation and hygiene) incl. nutrition promotion, with a focus on maternal and child health
3. Strengthen capacity of IDP communities, localities, MoH and SRCS community volunteers
The programme comprises multi-sectoral intervention: Nutrition, Health, WASH, and DRR in 4 IDP camps north of Kassala, and is being funded by the Belgian federal government through the Belgian Red CrossFlanders (18 months).
Summary Statement of Responsibilities
Reporting to the NLRC Country Representative in Khartoum, the Health Delegate will be responsible for supporting the implementation and monitoringof the programme closely with the Sudanese Red Crescent Society, Kassala Branch.
Duties Applicable to All
- Work towards the achievement of National Red Cross /Red Crescent Society goals in the country / region of operation through effective managerial and lateral relations and teamwork.
- Ensure understanding of roles, responsibilities, lateral relationships and accountabilities.
- Perform other work related duties and responsibilities as may be assigned by the supervisor.
- To uphold the Fundamental Principles of the Red Cross / Red Crescent movement and comply with the Code of Conduct and policies.
Key Responsibilities
- Support/facilitate the implementation and monitoring of the project according to project and donor specific guidelines. All aspects and activities of the program are owned by the SRCS and therefore must be plannedand implemented in through and in close consultation with the SRCS;
- Monitor and report on progressand developments of the programme and related issues;
- Liaise and coordinate with (local)government, Partner National Societies, communities and NGOs in Kassala State;
- Ensure capacity building with a special emphasis on design, development and application of participatory approaches and methodologies;
- Support the counterpart in the coaching of community structures including community leaders,volunteers and hygiene promoters ina wide range of participatory techniques respectful of local culture;
- Act as focal point for researching and establishing the need for programme related technical assistance ;
- Identify training needs for SRCS staff, volunteers and other staff involved, in cooperation with the SRCS;
- Identify needs and possibilities for new interventions for the target communities within the mandate of the SRCS/NLRC. If needed, carry out assessment and prepare project proposals in cooperation with the SRCS;
- Ensure active involvement of all counterparts in programme development and evaluation, as well as in the development of a sustainable exit strategy;
- Ensure good integration of activities taking place in the communities ;
- Assist the SRCS in emergency interventions when and where applicable;
- Ensure regular and accurate narrative and financial reports;
- Any other task as deemed necessary for the benefit of the programme and the organisation.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
- Minimum 5 years’ experience and adequate professional qualification in public health (nutrition)with strong expertise in community based approaches as well as DRR;
- Experience in working in rural
Africa ideally in a (post-)conflict environment; - Good programme management skills, including planning, monitoring and reporting;
- Good reporting skills, narrative and financial;
- Experience in managing, motivating, training and development of staff;
- Able to coordinate with authorities/tribal leaders/other NGO partners;
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, in English are required (Arabic would be an important asset);Good mental and physical health, able to work in an isolated environment;
- Self-supporting in computers (good knowledge of Windows, spread sheets, word processing);
- Valid international driving licence (manual gears);
- Strong commitment to the Principles of the Red Cross Red Crescent Movement;
- Demonstrated ability in networking and developing relationships with various partners and stakeholders;
PreferredQualifications:
Experience in working for the RC/RC Movement;
Assessment & Evaluation
Job Specific:
- Strong technical skills in Public Health (nutrition) and community based programming
- Demonstrated ability in community based and participatory approaches
- Ability towards analytical and creative thinking for rapid solutions
- Ability to build and coach-mentor cohesive local teams
- Excellent communicator with strong interpersonal and negotiations skills
- Demonstrated ability to work in high stress environments with minimal supervision.
Key Working Relationships
Internal: Sudanese Red Crescent, Netherlands and Belgian RC Flanders, cooperation with German Red Cross and Canadian Red Cross (in Kassala), and IFRC/ICRC (occasionally)
External: Ministry of Health, Min. of Agriculture, Haq, UNICEF/WFP, ECHO, other NGOs in Kassala.
Environmental Scan / Working Conditions
The programme is being implemented in Kassala State , Eastern Sudan on the border with Eritrea
Applications
Interested parties may submit their resumes + short letter of motivation, quoting Competition Number 3 to the following address Sollicitaties@redcross.nl. The vacancy will remain open until a suitable candidate has been identified.
For more information about the position you can contact Ad Beljaars, 31 70 4455 794 or Annemieke van Teeffelen, Human Resource Officer, 31 70 4455 726
While we appreciate all responses, only candidates under consideration will be contacted. We kindly ask not to send in duplicate copies of your resume.
2012 NGO Opportunities- Country Director (Health)
TB CARE I COUNTRY DIRECTOR -
Location: Kenya
Languages: English
Deadline: Mar 23, 2012
Organization: KNCV Tuberculosefonds
Sectors: Health
Description
KNCV Tuberculosis Foundation (KNCV) is a leading non-governmental organization working in Global Tuberculosis (TB) Control. KNCV Tuberculosis Foundation has been active in TB control for over one hundred years both in the national and international context. As a non-profit organization KNCV is active in over 40 countries in Europe, Africa, Latin America and Asia. KNCV Tuberculosis Foundation is dependent on subsidies from Government and other sources, as well as private contributions through fundraising. The central office is located in The Hague, The Netherlands.
TB CARE I
The Tuberculosis Coalition for Technical Assistance (TBCTA) carries out the USAID funded TB CARE I project. The objective is to “Decrease morbidity and mortality by increasing case detection and treatment success of pulmonary TB patients in USAID priority countries”. KNCV Tuberculosis Foundation is the Prime Partner of TB CARE I.
Purpose of the position:
The holder of this position will be responsible for providing overall managerial oversight for the implementation of the USAID funded TB CARE I project in Kenya, for which KNCV is the lead partner, and coordinates and works closely together with other technical partners in the Tuberculosis Coalition for Technical Assistance (TBCTA) implementing TB CARE I in Kenya; i.e. American Thoracic Society (ATS), Management Sciences for Health (MSH) and FHI 360. In this role, the person will ensure timely implementation and reporting of project activities undertaken by the Division of Tuberculosis Leprosy and Lung Diseases (DLTLD) and other implementing partners.
Main duties:
- Is the official spokesperson for TB CARE I project in Kenya and maintains communication between all relevant stakeholders including the TB CARE partners, DLTLD and other implementing partners, KNCV and USAID country mission.
- Provides strategic leadership and bears primary responsibility for all administrative requirements to fulfill the project performance objectives. The successful applicant will be the leader of the KNCV’s TB CARE I project management team based at KNCV’s office in Nairobi.
- Liaises with other USG and non-USG organizations implementing TB and TB/HIV activities to ensure coordination of this project with activities undertaken by such other partners.
- Ensures the coordination of logistical support in the implementation of TB CARE I project activities and the timely submission of reports to KNCV, the USAID mission and partners.
- Monitors implementation of TB CARE I project activities at all levels ensuring such activities are adequately implemented and ensure timely collection and reporting of required data.
For further details please visit this website Development Aid website by clicking here
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