Iraq

War Child’s office is a dynamic environment with a team of highly motivated and dedicated staff & volunteers. The right candidate will share these qualities and bring effective strategic inputs to the SMT. The successful candidate will be creative problem solver and foster a solution-based approach to achieving objectives. Creativity and initiative will be encouraged in a supportive and motivated environment.

 

 

We are recruiting a new Grants Manager for our Iraq programme. In response to the current crisis in northern Iraq, WCUK is implementing protection and education programmes to meet the needs of refugee and IDP children.  You will ensure excellence in business development, grant management, reporting, and donor liaison. You will work with the country office teams to ensure relevant programming and funding for country programmes, ensure the compliance with WCUK’s Quality Framework, and help WCUK adopt new ways of working to realise our ambition. You will have the opportunity to work closely with the SMT, programme teams, and partner organisations to ensure sound conceptualisation and design of programmes. The position is suited to someone with strategic thinking and a desire to contribute developing the mission as a whole. You will work in a collegial and dynamic atmosphere where initiative and creativity are encouraged.

 

You will be an important part of a dynamic and experienced Senior Management Team (SMT). The SMT is currently being strengthened and this role is well suited to a dynamic and creative individual who wants to make a meaningful impact from within a growing INGO. You are a highly motivated individual with an interest in designing and implementing grant management best practice in a collegial environment, this role will be a of particular interest. All SMT members provide leadership in best practice and actively participate in shaping the country office and WCUK’s mission in Iraq. You will work in a dynamic and supportive environment with the opportunity to influence business processes.

 

 You will provide on the ground support to country office teams in designing high-quality projects and evidence-based proposals compliant with donor guidelines. A special focus will be given to Child Protection, Education and livelihood projects with an ambition to seek larger and longer-term funding opportunities for sustainable change.  You will be instrumental in developing strategic partnerships with INGOs, UN agencies, donors and government bodies. Part of your role will focus on mentoring country office staff to deliver increasingly high-quality materials that support grant management, fundraising, and advocacy initiatives. While not a core function of your role, there will be opportunity to become involved in strategic advocacy efforts based on your level of interest.

- A Bachelor degree in Political Sciences, International Relations, Security Management, Middle Eastern Studies, Humanitarian Assistance or another relevant subject, is mandatory
- A Master’s degree in any of these fields is a strong asset
- At least 3 years of professional experience in field management, security management and/or context analysis in conflict contexts, preferably with humanitarian INGOs
- At least 2 years of professional experience in a contemporary conflict context in the Arab world (Syria, Iraq, Yemen and/or Libya)
- Additional professional years in project, program and/or base management in different humanitarian settings and different intervention sectors are a strong asset
- Proven experience in producing quality reports and documents, including maps
- Experience in providing professional briefings and trainings is a strong asset
- Knowledge of English (oral and written) is mandatory; knowledge of Arabic (Levantine dialect, oral and written) is a very strong asset
- Strong understanding of the main political, social, and cultural aspects of the Syrian context
- Strong IT skills, including the use of different communication devices, computers, GPS and mapping software
- Effective communication, analytical and problem solving skills
- Strong interpersonal and intercultural skills
- Ability to work in a multicultural environment and in a multidisciplinary teamwork.
- Ability to work under high pressure, in a flexible way, with a great level of autonomy

 

For more information and to apply please read the detailed add on the following link :

https://hi.profilsearch.com/recrute/fr/fo_annonce_voir.php?id=2243&idpartenaire=142

Handicap International recruits a Security, Context and Access Advisor for its mission in the Middle East.

The actual intervention is based on a mix of remote management of national teams, remote partnerships with local structures and organizations, and direct implementation programs. The North-East hub is composed of a main base (already open and staffed) and a separate sub-base (planned to open in June/July 2017).

Under the line management of the Area Coordinator – North-East, and the functional management of the country-level Security, Context and Access Advisor, he/she will be in charge of:

•    Ensure regular follow-up and analysis of the political, military and security context and trends in the North-East;
•    Prepare and update relevant security documents and ensure the implementation of security procedures;
•    Provide specific briefings and trainings to international and national staff in the North-East
•    Support the Area Coordinator in the negotiations to obtain access and the organisation of assessment visits in security-sensitive areas.
•    Maintain / expand HI’s network of security, context and access contacts, among local NGOs, international NGOs, local authorities and other relevant entities.
•    Support the Area Coordinator in the management of security incidents
•    Replace the Area Coordinator for security management during their absences (in case of need).

The complete job description will be shared with short-listed candidates.

It is a six months contract starting ASAP.

The applicant: You hold a post-graduate diploma in Finance. You have successful experience in humanitarian sector as finance or admin manager with complex budget arrangement. You hold a strong financial background, knowledge and understanding of donor requirements. You are recognized for your autonomy, your organizational and multitasking skills. You can demonstrate a high capacity of work and are a challenges-seeker with high degree of flexibility. You have the ability to deal with two different legislation and labor laws at the same time (Iraqi and Kurdish) and to communicate accurately to the different teams. Fluency in English is mandatory, Arabic or Kurdish is a plus

Context: Kurdistan Regional Government, KRI, Dohuk

Base with 4 projects (livelihoods, Wash, MHCP) 30 national staffs and 4 expatriates.

1 HR technician, 1 finance officer and 1 cashier

Length of contract: 6 months, starting asap

The position: Under the supervision of the Field Coordinator, you will be in charge of setting up the Financial, accounting and Human Resources policies, procedures for the base. You will also ensure sound accounting, financial and Human Resources management of the base according to the procedures defined for the base and within the ACF financial and human resources management framework, for an optimum support for the programmes.

• Provide accounting services for the base
• Managing cash
• Leading financial management of the base
• Provide Human Resources management
• Manage the Finance & Human Resources team
• Administrative management of expatriate 

Status:

Salaried - Gross monthly salary ranging from €1600 to €1975

Food and hygiene expenses, per diem, transportation costs, collective accommodation and medical insurance

25 days of annual paid leaves and 20 days of rest and recuperation (R&R) per year 

B) PERSON SPECIFICATION – ESSENTIAL CRITERIA:

War Child’s office is a lively and fast-paced environment made up of a team of extremely dedicated

staff & volunteers. We’re looking for someone who can fit in well and bring their personality,

creativity and professionalism to our communications and the wider charity.

Experience:

Significant experience of delivery and supervision of child protection, education and livelihoods

programming in active conflict and post-conflict environments, combining emergency response,

direct service delivery, capacity building of partner agencies, and advocacy through direct

implementation and in partnership with state and non-state actors. Experience of institutional

funding raising, proposal development and report writing is essential.

Technical Skills/Expertise:

o Master’s Degree in social work, psychology, social sciences or NGO Programme Management.

o Experience of working in a fast pace environment

o Project and People management experience

o Best practice knowledge of child protection, gender sensitivity, the protective environment

framework and child rights programming

o Sound knowledge of participatory approaches, including children and community participation

o Proposal and report writing skills and experience

o Setting up monitoring and evaluation systems

o Grant management and reporting – experience of working on EC/ECHO/DFID funded projects

would be an advantage

o Rigorous budget and expenditure management

o Experience of setting up and implementing projects in emergency context

o Experience of working with children in conflict with the law

o Fluency (written and verbal) in English; Arabic language skills preferred

Competencies (Soft Skills):

o Team player

o Accurate, systematic, with an eye for detail

o Problem solver

o Ability to deliver under pressure and in short duration

o Able to work in a small, dynamic organisation with limited resources

o Creative and innovative

o Commitment to War Child’s aims, values and mission

Overview:

War Child works with children who, as a result of conflict, live with a combination of poverty,

exclusion and insecurity. These children might include street children, child headed households,

children conscripted into armed groups, and children who have been put in prison. Our mission is to

support and improve the care and protection of children and young people who live with a

combination of insecurity, poverty and exclusion in some of the worse conflict-affected places. We

look forward to a world in which the lives of children are no longer torn apart by war. This is a vision

that can only be realised through the collective actions of children themselves, communities and

their leaders, organisations like War Child, governments and key decision makers.

Purpose of Post:

The Area Programme Manager (APM) is responsible for War Child operations in Duhok. The Area

Programme Manager will be expected to lead on programme development and management. S/he

will supervise and work directly with his/her team in Duhok and the country office in Erbil. APM is

responsible for the management and coordination of project activities, overseeing efficient

implementation of the programme, financial management of the projects, advocacy, M&E and

respecting accountability and compliance requirements of War Child and its donors, beneficiaries

and the local government authorities. S/he is further responsible for development of new initiatives,

safety and security of the team, representation and coordination with the UN clusters, local

authorities and other agencies, and conduct performance management of the team members

reporting to the position.

The APM will ensure compliance with War Child policies and procedures, including the clear and

consistent application of child safeguarding and code of conduct policies.

2) JOB SPECIFICATION: TASK AND RESPONSIBILITES:

2.1. Strategy and policy development

o APM will contribute to strategic and policy debate and drafts shared for input/ feedback as

well as take lead in developing some of these

o S/he will assist the Emergency Response Manager and CD in review of the Iraq country

strategy and actively participate in the process.

War Child

Job Description & Person Specification

2.2. Programme development and management

The APM ensures that programme delivery is on track, and that organisational policies and

procedures are consistently applied in all operations and programming. The post is responsible for

ensuring that projects are reported on in line with agreed project objectives and deadlines, and that

agreed approaches to programme development and programme cycle management are applied.

Further, the APM is responsible to:

o Prepare, update and implement project work plans and review progress on a monthly basis with

input from partner and all members of team.

o Promote of participatory approaches in the programme, particular community and children’s

participation

o Prepare regular reports on budgets and expenditures in collaboration with Finance/Operations

Manager to track spending and take corrective action if necessary.

o Prepare timely narrative donor and internal reports.

o Work with CD to oversee management of grants including the timely implementation of planned

activities and appropriate spending of funds.

o Ensure timely grant reporting that clearly relates to the stated goals and objectives of relevant

grant and relates expenditures to activities.

o Identify funding gaps for programme activities and assist CD in programme development to

ensure that funds are raised to address those gaps in annual planning.

o With teams, write and submit concept notes and proposals to ensure new funding is acquired to

achieve strategic goals.

o Provide Country Director with technical assistance in writing new project initiatives and

proposals

o Collaborate with Finance and Operations Manager on finances and budget tracking

o Conduct and or participate in field assessments and donor liaison as appropriate

o Mobilise support of government, NGO, and community stakeholders for garnering support for

War Child activities at field level.

o Facilitate visits to the project sites by donor representatives, auditors, country office and HO

o Represent War Child at all relevant forums, cluster meetings and with local authorities.

o Identify advocacy issues in the programme and advocate with the concerned authorities,

humanitarian actors, donors, UN and other actors

2.3. Capacity Building and Training

o Identify needs and design capacity building programme for partners, representatives of relevant

government line departments in key areas including financial management, donor compliance,

child protection and monitoring and evaluation.

o Deliver training and where appropriate enlist external expertise.

o Provide ongoing training and support to partner organisations and staff members.

o Comply fully and ensure partner compliance with War Child’s Child Protection and Safeguarding

Policy.

2.4. Monitoring and Evaluation

o Develop M&E plans for all projects

o Perform project monitoring and evaluation in line with donor reporting requirements and log

frame

o Maintain database with beneficiary numbers

o Facilitate internal and external evaluations of the project, using these as opportunities to

document achievements, challenges and learning.

o Strengthen culture of accountability and learning within the team and in the course of project

implementation

2.4. Compliance

o Ensure compliance with donor and War Child rules and regulations in all areas including financial

management, record keeping and procurement

o Comply fully with WCUK’s finance, security and child protection policies and procedures,

managed by the Country Director.

o Ensure that receipts and supporting documents are provided to the based Finance and

Operations Manager and Finance Officer in line with donor and War Child requirements.

o Liaise with the Country Director and London based Programme Development and Grants

Coordinator to resolve any budgeting issues.

o Ensure partner compliance with all of the above.

o Assist CD in identifying and approaching in-country donors for matched funding for projects and

fund raising.

2.5. Human Resource Management

o Manage the team and ensure they have opportunities to build their experience and knowledge in

the relevant sectors/ areas of focus for War Child.

o Ensure all team members have a work plan, performance management plan is in place and

regular performance reviews are conducted.

o Encourage the team on self-development approach and in this regard, provide the necessary

guidance.

C) CONTRACT TERMS

Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week – Fulltime

Probation: 6 months

Start date: ASAP

Travel: Within Iraq with occasional travel to the UK office.

Salary: £39,848 - 43,470 per annum (basic salary) plus In-country allowance of 40

USD (Per Diem/Daily living allowance) when in country of post.

Leave: 30 days per annum pro rata

R&R: Every ten weeks

Pension: Matching contribution to your private pension up to 5% of gross salary

Other: As defined in standard War Child contract terms