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Country: South Sudan
Organization: Relief International
Closing date: 9 Mar 2022
Job Title: Food Security and Livelihoods Manager ** Location: Longechok Reports to: Program Director Direct report: FSL Coordinator Travel: Must be willing and able to spend up to 80% of time in remote and insecure field locations About RI: Relief International is a leading nonprofit organization working in 20 countries to relieve poverty, ensure well-being and advance dignity. We specialize in fragile settings, responding to natural disasters, humanitarian crises and chronic poverty. Relief International combines humanitarian and development approaches to provide immediate services while laying the groundwork for long-term impact. Our signature approach — which we call the RI Way—emphasizes local participation, an integration of services, strategic partnerships, and a focus on civic skills. In this way, we empower communities to find, design and implement the solutions that work best for them. Position Summary:You will serve as a Program Manager for WFP-funded food assistance programming and lead national staff teams spread across multiple locations and oversee direct implementation of activities in remote and insecure field locations. You will engage in designing and implementing projects advancing RIs’ work in serving the poor and vulnerable. Your management skills and knowledge will ensure that the RI delivers high-quality programming and continuously works towards improving the impact of its programming. You will ensure RIs’ food assistance programming complement and integrate with all other RI programming in the same target areas. The FSL Program Manager will report to the Program Director. The position will be based in Longechok, with regular visits to project areas within Longechok County. Responsibilities: · Strategically guide the project, providing strong leadership and ensuring technically sound decision-making processes · Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL): in consultation with the Area Coordinator ensure that there is effective monitoring system in place to track activities, budget allocation and financial expenditures · Ensure that appropriate management practices are being used in project implementation and the Monitoring and Evaluation systems are being used to provide timely management information · Lead planning and implementation of projects and oversees all aspects programmatic, financial, administrative, personnel management · People management: supervise the project staff and provide technical oversight during detailed planning and implementation · Responsible for the annual work plans preparation, identifying external technical support needs · Ensure all project resources are being used efficiently, effectively and transparently towards meeting project objectives · Organize program meetings with project staff to follow-up on project progress and recommends as required corrective measures to address gaps. · Resource mobilization and program development · Representation, liaison and coordination Qualifications: · Bachelor’s degree in agronomy, agriculture economics, agribusiness, food security and community development, with 4 years’ experience implementing GFD and FSL projects in a resilience setting. or equivalent combination of education and work experience · Project management experience in WFP GFD is preferred.· Experience integrating WFP with other programs is highly desirable.· Experience contributing to the development of technical proposals.· MEAL skills and experience preferred.· Experience with WFP LESS and reporting systems is highly desirable.· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills · Demonstrated skills in program planning, implementation and monitoring · Supervisory, training delivery and teamwork abilities We would like to share Relief International’s Values with you: We uphold the Humanitarian Principles: humanity, neutrality, impartiality, and operational independence. We affirmatively engage the most vulnerable communities. We value: · Inclusiveness · Transparency and Accountability · Agility and Innovation · Collaboration · Sustainability How to apply:Please click on the link below to apply; |
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Program Manager I –Livelihoods (South Sudan)
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Country: South Sudan
Organization: Catholic Relief Services
Closing date: 12 Apr 2021
CRS/South Sudan is seeking a Program Manager I- Livelihoods for it three-year USAID/Bureau for Humanitarian Assistance (BHA)) funded Multi-Year Emergency Food Assistance Activity in South Sudan-Pathways to Reslience(P2R). The program will seek to add value to existing cash, voucher, and commodity resource pipelines through food security activities that increase the impact of BHA-supported famine prevention and food security efforts in the country. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Preferred Qualifications
Required Languages – English
Agency-wide Competencies (for all CRS Staff) Catholic Relief Services carries out the commitment of the Bishops of the United States to assist the poor and vulnerable overseas. Our Catholic identity is at the heart of our mission and operations. We welcome as a part of our staff and as partners people of all faiths and secular traditions who share our values and our commitment to serving those in need. How to apply:https://www.aplitrak.com/?adid=Z2xlbm4uYXVzbXVzLjg2ODQzLjM4MzBAY2F0aG9saWNyZWxpZWYuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t |
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Programme Coordinator – FCL South Soudan
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Country: South Sudan
Organization: Caritas Luxembourg
Closing date: 15 Apr 2021
Fondation Caritas Luxembourg (FCL) is an international non-government organization active across 11 countries. In South Sudan, FCL implements Food Security and Livelihood, Nutrition, Health, WASH and Humanitarian Aid projects with the financial support of several donors including the Government of Luxembourg, UNFAO and WFP. Its areas of operation are in Central and Eastern Equatoria States. FCL is searching for a Programme Coordinator to support, coordinate and monitor projects in an integrated and cross-cutting way, and to reinforce the management of the team. The duty station is in Torit, South Sudan, with frequent visits to the project sites. Interested applicants are requested to submit their CVs and cover letter to secretariat@caritasluxssd.lu and Secretariat.CCI@caritas.lu by April 15, 2021. Female candidates are highly encouraged to apply. Job Description Programme Coordinator – FCL South Sudan Objective To supervise the implementation of FCL projects in response to beneficiary needs and according to project design documents (logical frameworks, rationale, budget, etc.). Activities Project implementation and proposal development · Support the Head of Mission in the overall planning and development of FCL activities in South Sudan, specifically by conceptualizing new projects and drafting proposals to donors. · Ensure and coordinate quality implementation of FCL projects in South Sudan by working closely with each project manager, team leader or other project staff. · Assess project implementation challenges and develop measures to address them with a view to greater efficacy and efficiency. · Ensure professional interactions between project teams and other stakeholders. Monitoring & Evaluation and reporting · Develop and manage a M&E framework and tools; coordinate the regular collection of harmonized data; and ensure project staff understand and utilize M&E tools and framework. · Develop an annual, monthly and weekly workplan in collaboration with project managers, team leaders and implementing staff. · Monitor the evolving needs of existing and potential FCL beneficiaries and propose adjustments to FCL programmatic priorities as needed. · Assess risks and opportunities for the project portfolio. · Contribute to and conduct quality assurance for donor reports, ensuring timely submission and conformity with FCL and donor standards and requirements. · Prepare and coordinate the internal and external evaluation of FCL activities in South Sudan as required; assess the quality of evaluation reports and follow-up on any measures and recommendations proposed. · Review and assess programme progress, capture lessons learnt and adapt programme strategies as necessary. Capacity building · Provide technical guidance on approaches and methodologies to team leaders and project managers. · Identify the capacity needs of staff and partners and provide solutions to fill the gaps. · Reinforce the professional and social responsibility of project teams. · Provide personalized guidance and technical support to implementing staff to allow them to fulfil their duties. · Develop and promote internal communication tools and enchance good pratice around managing cultural differences and conflict. Budget Management · Assist in the elaboration of project activity budgets and monthly financial forecasts accoding to the workplan. · Contribute to the procurement process for project activities in consultation with project implementing staff, and the FCL Finance and Logistics team. · Supervise project bugdet expenditures, ensuring adherence to FCL financial procedures and donor requirements. Functional relationship · Reports to the Head of Mission. · Work in coordination with FCL Headquarters · Supervises team leaders / project managers at project implementation level. · Represents the Head of Mission at relevant donor and other meetings. · Coordinates and liaises with the government, development agencies, and other partners in accordance with FCL policies and directives. · Closely coordinates activities with external service providers such as consultants and evaluators. Candidate profile and experience required · At least 5 years of experience in project implementation for a development organization in a leadership role. · Excellent team management and interpersonal skills. · Proven competencies in project cycle management. · Significant M&E expertise. · Good knowledge of survey, data collection or statistic tools (e.g. SSPS, Kobo Tools). · Experience building the capacity of staff and partners on planning, strategy, and M&E. · Ample experience drafting project and donor reports (ideally donor proposals as well) for the European Union, WFP, UNFAO, bilateral organizations and other major institutional donors. · At least a Master’s degree in agronomy and/or project planning and management. · Excellent English writing, verbal communication, and negotiation skills. · Identification with Caritas’ values of . · Capacity to work under stressful conditions or in conflict-affected zones – ideally, previous experience in South Sudan. Languages English : Excellent writing and speaking skills French : Desirable Other languages : Please specify the level of writing and speaking (Passive, fair, good, excellent) IT competencies Word Excel Other: Good Knowlegde of Office software package How to apply:Interested applicants are requested to submit their CVs and cover letter to secretariat@caritasluxssd.lu and Secretariat.CCI@caritas.lu by April 15, 2021. Female candidates are highly encouraged to apply. |
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Country: South Sudan
Organization: Winrock International
Closing date: 15 Jan 2021
POSITION TITLE: Livestock Productivity and Marketing Lead LOCATION: Juba, South Sudan REPORTS TO: Chief of Party POSITION SUMMARY: Winrock International works with people around the world to increase economic opportunity, sustain natural resources, and protect the environment. Winrock is seeking an experienced Livestock Productivity and Marketing Lead to provide technical program design and leadership for an anticipated USAID-funded Agriculture Resiliency Activity in South Sudan. The Livestock Productivity and Marketing Lead will be responsible for the technical design, implementation, and partnership strategy for the anticipated USAID-funded Agriculture Resiliency Activity. S/he will lead a team toward facilitated approaches to improve livestock and poultry production and marketing. The project will build off USAID’s past investments in the agricultural sector, increasing the amount, variety, and quality of nutritious food bought and sold at local markets. It also aims to create more jobs on farms and at markets and promote healthy eating and feeding behaviors for families. The position is contingent upon receipt of donor funding. MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
QUALIFICATIONS AND BACKGROUND: Education: Advanced degree in degree in veterinary science, agronomy or related field. Experience:
Skills & Knowledge:
How to apply:Qualified candidates should submit their CV and cover letter via the Winrock careers page at: https://www.winrock.org/join-us/careers/job-openings/?gh_jid=4999443002&gh_jid=4999443002 |
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PROJECT MANAGER – WARRAP STATE (SOUTH SUDAN
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Country: South Sudan
Organization: Vétérinaires Sans Frontières Germany
Closing date: 15 Jan 2021
Background: VSF Germany is an international Non-Governmental Organization, providing humanitarian assistance and development aid to vulnerable pastoralists and agro-pastoralists communities in areas where livestock is of importance. In the region, VSF Germany implements activities in South Sudan, Sudan, Kenya, Uganda, Somalia, and Ethiopia. With support in animal health, agriculture, marketing, food safety; VSF Germany also supports in developing the capacity of communities and governmental institutions, initiating peace and conflict resolution that work towards food security, strengthening livelihoods, and building of resilience of vulnerable pastoralist and agro-pastoralist communities. Vétérinaires sans Frontières – Germany (VSF-G) and its partners, World Concern Development Organization (WC) and Serve Education Development Association (SEDA), are implementing the project “Farm Enterprise Development through Inputs and Services (FEDIS)” in Warrap State, Republic of South Sudan. The intervention aims to contribute to improved food security and income for rural smallholders of Warrap State, South Sudan. This will be achieved through an enhanced sustainable supply of agriculture and livestock inputs and services for 50,100 smallholder farmers through the private sector by the end of 2021. The contract duration will be 12 months (with the possibility of extension; depending on performance/ or funding). This position is based in Luonyaker with frequent travels to Tonj North and Gogrial East and West Counties. ROLE OF THE POSITION This position is based in Luonyaker with travels to field locations in Tonj North, Gogrial East, and West Counties in Warrap State. The post holder will be responsible for the successful implementation of the FEDIS Project as outlined below: Job Summary The position is responsible for the execution of the FEDIS project with the ultimate achievement of the overall and specific objective of the action as stipulated in its logical framework and guided by the descriptive project theory; this supported by efficacious employment of project resources. Responsibility The incumbent shall be responsible to the Consortium Coordinator who is based in Juba with frequent field travel to the project location as well as other EU supported projects. The incumbent shall be responsible for Agriculture, Livestock, Monitoring & Evaluation, and Market and Value Chain Project Officers. Under these are three Field Officers each and thereafter 20 Community Extension Workers each. The extension workers are independent of the structure and are remunerated on an incentive basis. Duty station The position is Luonyaker Payam, in the former Warrap State from where the former Gogrial West, East, and Tonj North Counties will be covered. Coordination and transit offices are located in Kuajok Town. Key Deliverables 1. Financial Management a. Donor guidelines and conditions, alongside VSF Germany policies and procedures, are correctly translated and accurately applied in every instance of appropriation of the project resources. b. At any given time, demonstrate knowledge of accurate budget expenditure and balances as a back-up to reference to financial reports from RON. c. At any given time, demonstrate an accurate balance of budget line expenditures according to donor guidelines and valid accurate expenditure postings. d. At any given time, petty cash records and actuals are accurate and reported accordingly. e. Quarterly cash forecasts prepared and submitted are – (i) based on realistic quarterly activity work plans and costs estimates, (ii) accurate/correct (iii) timely -10 days before the beginning of the subject quarter. f. Monthly cash request submitted is – (i) based on realistic monthly activity work plans and cost estimates (ii) accurate/correct (iii) timely -7 days before the beginning of the subject month; g. Donor cash remittance conditions are met accurately and timely, and funds collected accordingly. h. Project financial reports reviewed – (i) are accurate and correct; (ii) feedback comments submitted within 2 days of receipt of the report. i. Ensure all financial transactions are initiated and processed through the existing financial management system. 2. Procurement Management a. Donor procurement procedures are accurately translated and promoted within the project, and applied at all times; b. VSF Germany procurement procedures are accurately translated and promoted within the project, and applied at all times; c. Annual procurement plan for all project inputs and supplies is developed and submitted before the end of the 1st quarter of the year. 3. Operations Management a. All regulatory/statutory compliance requirements are met effectively and timely; b. Logistical efficiency is demonstrated – right item/service/personnel, right cost/price, right quantity, right need, right place, right time; right handling, right distribution, right reporting/inventory. c. Demonstrated cost-benefit of all operation expenditure including personnel. 4. Reporting a. Monthly project updates submitted – (a) accurate/correct (b) on or before the last day of the subject month; b. Project quarterly reports – submitted – (a) accurate/correct (b) on or before the last day of the subject month; c. Project annual reports – submitted – (i) accurate/correct (ii) one month after the end of the subject year; d. Project success stories – submitted – (i) accurate/correct (ii) on or before the last day of the subject month. e. Project targets – at any time: i. Account for all project inputs and activities; ii. Account for all beneficiaries and their entitlement; iii. Account for all project outputs. 5. Human Resource Development a. Performance appraisal reports for all staff under your project submitted in time: i) End of probation ii) Semi-annual ii) Annual; b. Effectively manage local staff, services, and works contracting procedures; c. All regulatory/statutory compliance requirements are met effectively and timely. d. Effectively manage short term- consultancy services procured under the project 6. Coordination and collaboration a. Cluster 5W reports submitted – (i) accurate/correct (ii) before the 5th day of the subsequent month; b. Relationship with Payam administrators, County administration, and County and State RRC is functional and supportive at all times; c. Engagement with EU and EU appointed personnel is functional, efficient, and effective with tangible positive relationship and outputs; d. Demonstrated outputs and synergy from coordination with other EU supported partners; e. Sectoral meetings, fora, workshops are attended to and or managed accordingly. f. Explore potential partnerships with other partners and donors e.g. UN FAO to create opportunities for complementary projects as sources of co-funding to the project, g. Effective monitoring, coordination, and response to field staff safety, security, and welfare matters 7. Project Management a. Demonstrated efficiency and effectiveness in project management cycle; b. Demonstrate effective stakeholder management through robust communication and conflict management skills, including functional beneficiary feedback and complaints mechanism. c. Demonstrated impact and sustainability; d. Demonstrated innovativeness and lessons learned. e. Demonstrate capacity to effectively utilize the existing project management system (WebMo) Qualifications/competencies
Experience
How to apply:Interested and qualified candidates should submit an application letter and CV plus 3 names of referees (one of them being their immediate supervisor) with their full contacts to: via email address to HR & Administration, VSF Germany, or via Email: juba@vsfg.org or recruitment@vsfg.org. Applications can also be hand delivered to the VSF Germany, Juba offices on +211 929 233 454 or +211 923 478 424 (No. 74 Block AXIII, Hai Malakal Residential Area, Juba (EQUITY BANK, Hai Malakal Branch way next to National Commercial Bank). Include the current and expected remuneration package in the cover letter. Indicate the job Title ‘Project Manager-FEDIS -Warrap” on the envelope or the Subject line. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interviews. Closing date for receiving applications is 15th January 2021, before 12:00 am midnight. Note: This is an International position*.* Qualified female candidates are highly encouraged to apply. |
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Program Manager I – Livelihoods EU, South Sudan
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Country: South Sudan
Organization: Catholic Relief Services
Closing date: 3 Jan 2021
As the newest country in the world, South Sudan continues to struggle amidst the challenges that accompany the complex process of nation-building. The 2018 Peace Agreement has brought hope that South Sudan will transition from a protracted crisis to long-term development programming, but the implementation of the agreement has been slow. CRS country program in South Sudan includes Food Security, Livelihoods, Nutrition, WASH, Emergency Response, Health, Peacebuilding and Microfinance, supported by WFP, USAID, EU and emergency funding from CRS, LDS, and other Caritas private donors. Job Summary: Basic Qualifications Required Languages – English Travel: Must be willing and able to spend up to 60% of time in remote and insecure field locations. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred Qualifications Agency-wide Competencies (for all CRS Staff) * Integrity Supervisory Responsibilities: None. The post provides technical oversight to program teams implementing activities at field level. Key Working Relationships: ***Our Catholic identity is at the heart of our mission and operations. Catholic Relief Services carries out the commitment of the Bishops of the United States to assist the poor and vulnerable overseas. We welcome as a part of our staff people of all faiths and secular traditions who share our values and our commitment to serving those in need. CRS’ processes and policies reflect our commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation. CRS’ talent acquisition procedures reflect our commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation. By applying to this job, I understand and acknowledge that CRS requires its staff to treat all people with dignity and respect and to actively prevent harassment, abuse, exploitation, and human trafficking. Further, I understand that if I am a successful candidate, I will be subject to a comprehensive background check, and my personal/professional references will be asked to evaluate my behaviors related to the above safeguarding-related topics. CRS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Disclaimer: This job description is not an exhaustive list of the skill, effort, duties, and responsibilities associated with the position. How to apply:Application URL: https://www.aplitrak.com/?adid=Z2xlbm4uYXVzbXVzLjU3OTMwLjM4MzBAY2F0aG9saWNyZWxpZWYuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t |
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Program Manager II – Team Leader EU, South Sudan
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Country: South Sudan
Organization: Catholic Relief Services
Closing date: 6 Dec 2020
Job Summary: Basic Qualifications Travel: Must be willing and able to spend up to 60% of time in remote and insecure field locations. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred Qualifications Agency-wide Competencies (for all CRS Staff) * Integrity Supervisory Responsibilities: Direct supervision of three international Program Managers (livelihoods, social cohesion/traditional justice and MEAL). Technical supervision of national field-based program teams. ***Our Catholic identity is at the heart of our mission and operations. Catholic Relief Services carries out the commitment of the Bishops of the United States to assist the poor and vulnerable overseas. We welcome as a part of our staff people of all faiths and secular traditions who share our values and our commitment to serving those in need. CRS’ processes and policies reflect our commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation. CRS’ talent acquisition procedures reflect our commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation. By applying to this job, I understand and acknowledge that CRS requires its staff to treat all people with dignity and respect and to actively prevent harassment, abuse, exploitation, and human trafficking. Further, I understand that if I am a successful candidate, I will be subject to a comprehensive background check, and my personal/professional references will be asked to evaluate my behaviors related to the above safeguarding-related topics. CRS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Disclaimer: This job description is not an exhaustive list of the skill, effort, duties, and responsibilities associated with the position. Catholic Relief Services carries out the commitment of the Bishops of the United States to assist the poor and vulnerable overseas. Our Catholic identity is at the heart of our mission and operations. We welcome as a part of our staff and as partners people of all faiths and secular traditions who share our values and our commitment to serving those in need. How to apply:Apply Here |
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