Afghanistan

Education

• Advanced university degree

Professional Experience

• At least 3 years of working experience, managing humanitarian programmes for complex emergencies, with minimum of 2 year of field experience

• Experience in program management in at least one of the following sectors: protection, health and nutrition

• Prior professional experience working on Yemen and/or Afghanistan will be considered as an asset

 

Professional Requirements

• Strong experience in program implementation, including budget management skills and monitoring tools / systems

• Strong experience in project formulation (including needs assessment)

• Excellent writing skills (donors’ proposals and reports)

• Experience with donor and NGO internal compliance (logistic procedures, HR policies, etc.)

• Good representation and negotiation skills

• Compulsory ICT literacy

Languages

• Proficiency in English is required. Italian is a strong plus

Personal Requirements

• Strong team spirit, comfortable in a multi-cultural environment

• Excellent analytical skills, observation and analysis capacity

• Strategic thinking

• Attention to detail and structured way of approaching tasks (very organized)

• Ability to plan ahead and output oriented (pro-active)

• Able to ensure quick quality delivery in stressful environment (stress-resilient)

• Ability to adhere to deadlines and respect line management

• Very strong interpersonal skills: strong communication and diplomatic skills

• Practical and problem-solver

• Ability to deal with heavy work pressure

 

HOW TO APPLY:

For further information and to apply, follow the link below:

https://www.intersos.org/posizioni-aperte/#intersosorg-vacancies/vacancy-details/5c87a22198f90009a70a609f/

In case you encounter difficulties applying through INTERSOS' platform, you can also apply by sending your CV, motivation letter and 2 references via email to recruitment@intersos.org , with subject line: "SR-00-968 - Regional Programme Support - Afghanistan and Yemen".

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for the first interview.

Terms of reference

Job Title: Regional Programme Support - Afghanistan and Yemen

Code: SR-00-968

Duty station: 60% deployed to the assigned missions, 40% home based with planned presence in the HQ or HQ-based (Rome)

Starting date: 01/06/2019

Contract duration: 7 months (with possibility of extension)

Reporting to: Regional Director Afghanistan and Yemen

Supervision of: //

Dependents: //

General context of the project

Yemen has been declared the worst humanitarian crisis, and it could become the world's worst famine in 100 years. This is a man-made disaster fueled by all sides in the conflict. 24 million Yemenis (nearly 80% of the population) are in need of some kind of humanitarian assistance. Yemen is also suffering from a cholera outbreak that has affected over 1.2 million people since April 2017.

The humanitarian situation in Afghanistan is steadily deteriorating: conflict is a major contributor to displacements and food insecurity, both of which are further compounded by chronic drought. Afghanistan remains one of the few countries where polio is still endemic. The protracted nature of the crisis has also given rise to long-term needs that challenge traditional humanitarian response and lead to renewed efforts to promote coordination between humanitarian and development actors.

In both contexts widespread attacks to humanitarian principles is the norm: health centers are bombed, aid workers are targeted by fighters, and civilians are starved into surrender. Denial and obstruction of humanitarian assistance, as well as increased hostility towards and attacks on humanitarian workers, also have serious consequences for the civilian population.

INTERSOS is an Italian non-profit humanitarian aid organization that works to bring assistance to people in danger, victims of natural disasters and armed conflicts.

INTERSOS has been operational in Afghanistan and Yemen since 2002 and 2008 respectively, and continues to respond to the needs of the conflict-affected populations through a multi-sectoral response mostly focused on protection, health, nutrition and WASH.

In Yemen INTERSOS remains one of the most important (and only Italian) NGO, having expanded its operations both geographically (working equally in North and South) and in term of sectors since the beginning of the conflict. Bureaucratic impediments and operational challenges remain very high and require continuous efforts from the country team to implement the numerous programmes in time and with quality.

In Afghanistan INTERSOS is consolidating its operations and plans for an expansion of programmes to respond to the high uncovered needs in the Southern region, which remain a challenging area due to access and security constraints.

 

General purpose of the position

The Regional Programme Support (RSP) is assisting the Regional Director on the management, strategic programming, implementation of activities and achievement of objectives related to the geographic area of competence, as well as in the identification and formulation of new interventions. For the implementation of these tasks, several short-term missions on the field (up to 2 months approximately) could be necessary. The RSP will be dedicated to the “Yemen and Afghanistan” Region.

 

Main responsibilities and tasks

In the field:

• Support the implementation of ongoing projects in accordance with priorities identified in strict collaboration with Head of Missions (HoM)

• Supervise and assess the level of progress achieved by each project or specific projects. Advise mission in project implementation and monitor the status of the program regularly reporting to HoM and RD

• Meetings with HoM, PMs (+ other key staff) in order to jointly work on and/or review some key project documents (internal or for the donor);

• Support the preparation of reports according to donors’ schedules.

• Represent INTERSOS vis-à-vis donors, clusters, any other relevant stakeholders based on delegation and in strict collaboration with the HoM.

• Carry out field visits to monitor quality if needed

• Train key staff on specific tools according to the needs and competences

• As last resort, and if a project is considered a key one (in terms of life saving activities to be put in place or strategically speaking), ensure a short-term gap filling by replacing PM or any other relevant staff (programme ones)

• Support or lead the design and writing of new projects

• Support HoM and key staffs in defining, programming and planning activities in line with the identified strategy – this could also include support for expansion into new areas in the country

• Support / lead the identification, designing and implementation of specific need assessments according to country strategies and (expected) calls for proposals

• Support / lead the identification of intervention according to needs assessments’ results, country strategies, INTERSOS positioning and presence of other actors.

• Support / lead the formulation of new project proposals, both narrative and financial components, in strict collaboration with in-country staff (HoM, PC / HoB, PMs and CFC), RD and RFC.

• Carry out specific meetings with donors in order to discuss, share and advocate planned interventions – based on assigned delegation from HoM (in-country donors) and/or RD (region or HQ based donors).

• Support to Operations, based on priorities identified in strict collaboration with HoMs

• Support HoM and key staffs in defining, programming and planning operational aspects in line with the identified strategy

• Guarantee, in collaboration with HoM and heads of departments, the respect of INTERSOS Organization Management and Control Model and the application of INTERSOS and donors’ administrative procedures, rules and policies for the efficient and transparent management of projects, offices and countries

• Collaborate to the analysis of HR needs

• Promote orientation and training sessions for the operational staffs of the country. Engage in direct capacity building when/as needed

• As last resort, ensure a short-term gap filling by replacing HoB or HoM

Remotely / in Rome HQ:

• Follow-up on tasks started during the field missions – as required and agreed with HoM and RD

• Contribute, with RD, to the design of the strategies and the identification of the geographical areas and sectors of intervention to be privileged

• In collaboration with HoM and SMT, supervise, analyse and evaluate key variables of the design of projects (constraints and rules of the donors, consistency and technical-methodological congruity, quality of resources, effectiveness of results efficiency). In case of need and under supervision of RD produce requested programmatic documentation (e.g.: proposal, annexes)

• Supervise and assess, through the review of PAT and/or other tools, the level of progress achieved by each project. Advise missions in project implementation and monitor the status of the program regularly reporting to RD

• Support the mission guaranteeing that HoM and SMT submit timely mission documentation and reports to donors and HQ. Control the content of narrative reports, in collaboration with Technical Units

• Regularly update INTERSOS database (IMP) content for the sections of HQ competence on the basis of the information provided by Heads of Mission and Project Managers and verify accuracy of data

• Collaborate with Communication and Fundraising department to promote contents, visibility and awareness of the Organization's work, goals, and financial needs

Education

• Degree in economics, accounting or related field

Professional Experience

• Previous internship/ volunteer experiences in Humanitarian Organization will be considered an asset

Professional Requirements

• Strong analysis skills

• Strong skills in Microsoft Excel

Languages

• English, French

Personal Requirements

• Highly organized with attention to detail

• Positive attitude and willingness to learn

• Motivation for the Humanitarian / no profit world

HOW TO APPLY:

For further information and to apply, follow the link below:

https://intersos.knack.com/imp#intersosorg-vacancies/vacancy-details/5c51903f811cbe09aa9df688

In case you encounter difficulties applying through INTERSOS' platform, you can also apply by sending your CV, motivation letter and 2 references via email to recruitment@intersos.org , with subject line: "SR-00-913 -Intern - Support to the Internal Auditor – HQ Rome".

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for the first interview.

Terms of reference

Job Title: Intern - Support to the Internal Auditor

Code: SR-00-913

Duty station: Rome HQ

Starting date: 01/04/2019

Contract duration: 6 months

Reporting to: Internal Auditor

Supervision of: //

 

General context of the project

Internal auditing is an independent function, designed to add value and improve organization's operations. With commitment to integrity and accountability, internal auditing provides value to governing bodies and senior management as an objective source of independent advice.

The scope of internal auditing within INTERSOS involve topics such as risk management and management controls over: efficiency/effectiveness of operations (including safeguarding of assets), the reliability of financial and management reporting, and compliance with donor guidelines, national laws and internal regulations. Internal auditing may also conduct proactive fraud audits to identify potentially fraudulent acts.

Internal controls

• Develop, test, evaluate and document an internal control system (i.e. routine controls to assess adequacy and reliability of systems);

• Carry out reviews and verification of records to assess compliance with INTERSOS policies and procedures; with national laws; and with donor standards, policies and procedures; and to document the findings and provide recommendations in case of non-compliance;

• Ensure regular visits to field offices to carry out verifications on compliance with internal control procedures;

• Document best practices and develop mitigation measures for managing actual or potential frauds; and provide ad-hoc investigation reports, including updated risk analysis and recommendations.

Audit

• Per prior agreement with Secretary General and Board of Directors, produce internal audit reports (e.g.: per project, per base, per department), to be shared with senior management, to substantiate findings and provide clear recommendations;

• Systematically work with HoM and CFC to resolve internal & external audit findings and establish controls and mitigation measures to avoid similar findings in the future. Prove regular updates to management on progress towards such controls.

 

General purpose of the position

The main objective of this internship is to develop a good knowledge of audit issues in an humanitarian organization.

At the end of the six months, the intern will acquire a good knowledge of the functioning of a complex humanitarian organization like INTERSOS. He /She will also develop a good knowledge in term of donor requirements and regulation.

The involvement in the audits analyses will enable him / her to understand and know our work and the factors that come into play in an audit evaluation from an external actor.

The collaboration with the Internal Auditor will also provide the opportunity to see and be involved in the development of an internal procedure.

 

Main responsibilities and tasks

• The intern, with the support of the Internal Auditor with the analysis of all External field audit reports done in 2018. The analysis will be carried out by donor, country and by nature of findings

• At the end of the analysis, the intern will produce and internal audit findings report. The report will be used to make recommendations useful to the good performance of the organization.

• The intern will be also involved in the finalization of an internal control procedure; the procedure will be applied by the internal auditor in the field visits and will be set some standards for the future missions in the field

Required profile and experience

Education

Master’s degree in relevant field (Law, International Studies, Human rights, social science, psychology, social work, development studies, humanitarian affairs, or related social sciences disciplines).

Professional Experience

• Demonstrated 5 – 7 years professional experience in humanitarian settings, including at least 4 years of direct program management of Protection/GBV/CP programs in the field. Experience with Protection and CP/GBV programming and implementation is mandatory.

• Solid experience of monitoring and evaluating protection programmes in an emergency contexts

• Proven experience in designing and delivering a wide range of protection related trainings, tailored for different audiences, i.e. national and internal staff

• Knowledge, skills, and experience in providing/leading direct services to survivors of gender-based violence using a survivor-centered and multi-sectoral approach.

• Good knowledge of and experience in using established inter-agency standards and guidelines in child protection, such as the Inter-agency Guidelines on Separated and Unaccompanied Children, IASC Guidelines on GBV in Emergency Settings, IASC Mental Health and Psycho-social Support in Emergency Settings.

Professional Requirements

• Good knowledge of the procedure of international donors, especially UN, ECHO, OFDA

• Desirable experience with the IT tools instruments for emergency family tracing intervention (Identification, Documentation, Tracing and Reunification (IDTR); the Inter-Agency Child Protection Information Management System (CPIMS+); and the GBV IMS+ as well as internal platforms.

• Strong training and capacity building skills, particularly using participatory techniques for training on different components of protection programming;

• Excellent analytical, report writing and proposal writing skills and computer literate;

• Strong orientation towards evidence-based programming, with skills in monitoring and evaluation and conducting assessments desirable;

• Flexibility, adaptability and high work capacity to ensure activities and technical management/coordination support provided in a timely manner to achieve project results;

• Ability to work independently while being a strong team player with proven supervisory skills;

• Experience managing budgets and finances.

• Strong skills in Microsoft Office.

Languages

Fluent in French and English (oral and writing)

Personal Requirements

• Excellent analytical skills, observation and analysis capacity

• Very strong interpersonal skills: strong communication and diplomatic skills

• Practical and problem-solver

• Excellent ability to establish inter-personal relations and good negotiation skills

• Strong team spirit, comfortable in a multi-cultural environment

• Excellent analytical skills, observation and analysis capacity

• Attention to detail and structured way of approaching tasks (very organized)

• Ability to plan ahead and output oriented (pro-active)

• Able to ensure quick quality delivery in stressful environment (stress-resilient)

• Ability to deal with heavy work pressure

• Ability to adhere to deadlines and respect line management

• Flexibility to basic living standards in shared guest house and willingness to live in field location

HOW TO APPLY:

For further information and to apply, follow the link below:

https://www.intersos.org/posizioni-aperte/#intersosorg-vacancies/vacancy-details/5c80ffb2ca67b609a4643598/

In case you encounter difficulties applying through INTERSOS' platform, you can also apply by sending your CV, motivation letter and 2 references via email to recruitment@intersos.org , with subject line: "SR-00-962 – Protection Advisor – HQ Rome”.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for the first interview.

Terms of reference

Job Title: Protection Advisor

Code: SR-00-962

Duty station: HQ/ home based 40%; roving in the missions 60%

Starting date: 20/05/2019

Contract duration: 6 months

Reporting to: Senior Protection Advisor

Supervision of: Technical supervision of protection coordinators

Dependents: No

General purpose of the position

The Protection Advisor ensures technical, programmatic support and guidance to INTERSOS’ programs and initiatives for protection of vulnerable persons who are at particular risk of violence or abuse, including children and women.He/she is the key technical focal point to provide appropriate and timely technical guidance to multiple country programs (special focus will be given to the West Africa-francophone missions, specifically Cameroun, Central African Republic, Democratic Republic of Congo and Nigeria) including emergency response, proposal design and development, reviewing reports and developing strategies to mainstream protection and gender.standards both in terms of content and analysis of protection data.

Main responsibilities and tasks

Support to the programme:

• Lead efforts to provide guidance and support to field programs (both on-site and remote assistance) that will result in development and implementation of high-quality Protection (including CP and GBV) programmes and strategies that make a measurable impact;

• Lead and support the development of Protection (including CP and GBV) related proposals including developing assessment tools, logframes, planning, monitoring, and evaluating field activities;

• Review relevant projects reports to make sure they are aligned with high quality standards both in terms of content and analysis of protection data;

• Ensure that INTERSOS field programs have appropriate, relevant, and up-to-date materials, tools, resources, and templates for implementing protection activities;

• Maintain smooth dialogues and open discussions with protection focal points and/or coordinators;

• Help to mainstream Protection, age and diversity principles into all INTERSOS programs through technical guidance, trainings, and sharing update tools and resources.

Development and learning:

• Support the process of roll out and contextualization of the internal protection policies, and guidelines, within specific country missions of INTERSOS. In addition, stimulate feedback from the field in order to adjust policies and to facilitate their use.

• Increase and enhance program monitoring and evaluation, and determining impact, wherever possible, including the use of standard indicators;

• Support, increase and enhance analysis of protection activities and trends within the selected missions and make sure this is disseminated;

Capacity building:

• In coordination with the Senior Protection Advisor, map Protection staff expertise and identify human resources that are willing and capable to increase their capacity in the protection fields;

• According to identified needs and resources available and in coordination with the Senior Protection Advisor, deliver trainings, workshops, seminars to national and international staff on protection related issues in specific INTERSOS missions;

Coordination and networking:

• Participate and actively lead INTERSOS's engagement in global relevant working groups and coordination activities, with special attention to Child Protection related mechanisms;

• Ensure the internal protection community is stimulated and there is a constant internal sharing of information and lessons learned;

• Facilitate communication, coordination and collaboration among and within the country programs selected;

• Manage and mentor GBV, CP & Protection staff as appropriate.

Accountability:

• Support missions in the development of feedback mechanisms for beneficiaries, whenever these are involved in protection activities;

• As part of a wider team, support potential SEA related

• investigations in case alleged survivors have to be interviewed and in the development of safety plans.

Education

• Advanced university degree in medicine or other paramedical studies.
• Desirable specialization in Tropical Medicine or a degree in Public Health

Professional Experience

• Minimum 3 years relevant work experience as Medical referent in the humanitarian sector especially in fragile and unstable environment
• Strong experience in trainings and capacity building and development of local staff and partners in related subjects
• Prior experience in working in complex emergency setting, involving internal displacement.
• Strong experience with monitoring tools and systems, including remote monitoring
• Experience with participatory approaches and working with vulnerable groups, including gender mainstreaming and with persons with disabilities.
• Previous experience in developing and implementing M&E activitiesPrevious experience in working in Afghanistan (desirable)

Professional Requirements

• Good/In-depth knowledge and understanding of Humanitarian Principles and H&N frameworks, tools, and minimum standards.
• Knowledge of the cluster system
• Experience with main donors compliance and reporting
• Strong representation and negotiation skills
• Proven experience in management and supervision of teams
• Good communication skills, both oral and written, and Demonstrated leadership and interpersonal skills
• Mastery of IT tools (MS Office package, internet, e-mail, etc.)
• Readiness to commit and adhere to the values, mission and vision of INTERSOS

Languages

• Excellent written and spoken English – Pashto would be asset

Personal Requirements

• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to establish effective working relations with staff, beneficiaries and other stakeholders
• Excellent analytical skills
• Ability to take initiative and work autonomously
• Ability to achieve results effectively, considering the need for speed, scale and quality
• Ability to plan ahead and output oriented (pro-active)
• Able to ensure quick quality delivery in stressful environment (stress-resilient)
• Ability to integrate and work well within multiethnic and multicultural teams
• Attention to detail and structured way of approaching tasks (very organized)
• Ability to adhere to deadlines and respect line management

 

HOW TO APPLY:

For further information and to apply, follow the link below:

https://www.intersos.org/posizioni-aperte/#intersosorg-vacancies/vacancy-details/5c78dbeac9d280567e0fb9a7/

In case you encounter difficulties applying through INTERSOS' platform, you can also apply by sending your CV, motivation letter and 2 references via email to recruitment@intersos.org , with subject line: "SR-28-955 - Medical Coordinator - Afghanistan".

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for the first interview.

Terms of reference

Job Title: Medical Coordinator

Code: SR-28-955

Duty station: Kandahar with regular visits to Kabul

Starting date: 06/05/2019

Contract duration: 6 months

Reporting to: Head of Mission

Supervision of: PMR, Pharmacists

Dependents: //

 

General context of the project

The program’s general objective is to contribute to a reduced morbidity and mortality associated with malnutrition, diseases and hazards resulting from deficient (or non-existing) health and nutrition services, environmental health conditions and protection environment in conflict-affected communities in Kandahar province – Afghanistan. The program will target 72.241 individuals > 12% men, 48% women, 20% boy and 20% girls > 23% IDP, 4% documented returnees (DR), 12% undocumented returnees (UR) and 61% is most vulnerable local (host) community (HC).

The proposed program aims on the health and nutrition side to address the inadequate coverage and quality of life-saving services (especially for reproductive health and nutrition services) for the most vulnerable communities in Maywand, Spin Boldak and Zheray. The project will also address some of the key determinants of malnutrition and child and maternal mortality through promotion of improved Infant and Young Child Feeding (IYCF) practices, safe delivery and healthy behaviors. Hygiene/WASH promotion is closely linked to health and nutrition and can further help to decrease mortality rates. Lastly the project will seek to enhance the psycho-social wellbeing and protective environment of the most vulnerable population groups. WASH and protection components will also be implemented in the informal settlements of Kandahar where IDP and (mostly) undocumented vulnerable returnees are concentrated.

 

General purpose of the position

In close collaboration with the HoM and the Medical Department, defining and implementing the medical strategy of the mission. Being responsible for the planning and coordination of all medical activities and resources in the mission, according to INTERSOS charter, policies, and ethical principles with consideration of international and national protocols, in order to ensure the delivery of quality medical care for patients and their communities as well as to improve the health condition and humanitarian living conditions of the target population.

Furthermore, the medical coordinator provides technical inputs to the health and Nutrition strategy and programme development at Mission level.

 

Main responsibilities and tasks

• Responsible for defining, monitoring and updating the medical content of the INTERSOS country policy, medical strategy, annual plan and budget, translating the identified health needs into a medical strategic vision and project objectives, priorities and resources needed in order to cover the medical and humanitarian needs of the population at risk, and ensuring that the objectives and goals set in the Mission’s annual plan and project plans are achieved
• Overall responsible for the appropriateness and quality of medical interventions conducted by INTERSOS projects and being expected to identify and work on removing barriers to better patient safety, effective medical care, and better patient-centred activities
• Continuously monitor the medical and humanitarian needs in the Mission country in new areas of intervention or in areas where INTERSOS is already present through exploratory missions, monitor and review project proposals, determining necessary resources in order to define health and nutrition priorities and potential new programs to cover medical and humanitarian needs of the population at risk
• Coordinate with the HQ Medical Referent for the validation of the project proposals he/she designs to be submitted to international donors and private foundation
• Responsible for the supervision and monitoring of the medical technical aspects, humanitarian needs and in coordination with the Logistics Coordinator, the material aspects of the programmes through regular field visits, analysing difficulties during the implementation and reporting deviations as they appear, in order to proactively provide the necessary solutions and achieve operational results
• In close collaboration with the HR Coordinator, participate in the planning, definition and sizing of the health-workforce in the mission and supervise the associated processes (recruitment, validation of medical staff, training/induction, evaluation, potential detection, development and internal / external communication). Coach and directly support the medical teams in the implementation of the medical activities making sure that internal protocols are respected as well as the ones of local Ministry and Health Department
• Responsible for defining and sizing other resources (pharmacy and medical equipment management in collaboration with logistics) and timelines, procedures and protocols. Ensuring preparation of all medical orders in collaboration with the Logistics Department and the submission of all medical purchase requests. Being accountable for the proper management of the pharmacy in the Mission, including projects. Provide reports on the mission’s evolution from the medical perspective, as required
• Represent INTERSOS before local medical authorities and guarantee constant presence and active participation to the health and nutrition coordination fora (clusters meetings, other technical coordination meetings) and keep regular contact with other counterparts in the mission (NGOs, local organizations, donors, authorities) in order to broaden the medical-humanitarian situation analysis, strengthening the impact of the medical intervention and supporting advocacy actions
• Responsible for medical data collection, analysis and reporting to HQ Medical Referent to ensure a proper monitoring of the program and, where needed, to adapt them to existing programs