Sudan

• You have a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field,
• You have experience in business development and grants management in humanitarian settings, as well as project management,
• You have experience in external engagement with donors, partners, and governments,
• You have experience in proposal and report writing, and in consortium project design development,
• You know how to develop and implement a fundraising strategy,
• You have knowledge of frameworks in international human rights, international development cooperation, humanitarian assistance and MEAL,
• You are aware of the strategies for fighting exclusion and discrimination,
• Resilient to stress and uncertainty, you like working as part of a team, and know how to manage conflicts and problems,
• You master written and oral institutional communication in English and another international language.

Handicap International/Humanity & Inclusion (HI) is an independent and impartial international solidarity organization, which intervenes in situations of poverty and exclusion, conflicts and disasters. Working alongside people with disabilities and vulnerable populations, it acts and speaks out to meet their essential needs, improve their living conditions and promote respect for their dignity and fundamental rights. More info: www.hi.org

At Handicap International-Humanity & Inclusion, we truly believe in the importance of inclusion and diversity within our organisation. This is why we are engaged to a disability policy to encourage the inclusion and integration of people with disabilities.

Please indicate if you require any special accommodation, even at the first interview.

 

JOB CONTEXT:

HI has been operating in South Sudan since 2006, implementing emergency and development actions aimed at improving the protection, quality of life, and promotion of rights of vulnerable individuals, including people with disabilities. HIs current portfolio adopts an integrated and multi-sectoral approach which includes interventions centred on MHPSS, Protection, Functional Rehabilitation and livelihoods with disability inclusion a cross-cutting theme across all programmes. In 2021, HI established a base in the greater Unity, which remains among the most conflict and disability affected states of the country. The operational context in South Sudan today is considered largely humanitarian/emergency while phasing in resilience programming. The ongoing peace initiatives if they succeed might result in huge population movements of returnees (both IDPs and refugees) across the country.

HI current programs are funded by BHA-IRC, UNICEF, MOFA Luxembourg, South Sudan humanitarian Fund (SSHF) and Centre de Crisis (CDC). As part of its strategy, HI South Sudan is an actor in Protection programming, in Health (MHPSS, reproduction health and physical rehabilitation) as well as inclusion in humanitarian action, and livelihood, and to undertake innovative programming in Education in an emergency. HI works in close collaboration with the South Sudan Humanitarian Clusters (Health, Protection, Food Security & Livelihoods, and Education), UN agencies and Government departments (Health, Agriculture, Education, Gender and Youth, and Relief & Rehabilitation Commission). HI is also an active member and a member of the steering committee of the South Sudan NGO Forum.

 

YOUR MISSION:

Under the responsibility of the Head of programme, the Business Development and Grants Specialist contributes within the country where he/she is based to the implementation of the mandate and the 10-year strategy of Humanity & Inclusion. He/she will lead in Business Development, Grants Management and External engagement. The person will work closely with the Technical Specialists, MEAL team, logistics and finance to ensure effective and inclusive processes management, ensuring compliance with HI’s, and donor rules and regulations. He/she shares with all HI managers the responsibility of sound management and successful functioning of the global organization, through paradigm changes.

Main responsibilities and related activities:

1. Expertise

1.1 Business Development and Fundraising

• Suggest, drive the proposal writing process and steer technical innovation projects
• Ensure the development of research and innovation projects in the country when relevant (In liaison with 3I Division)
• Identify the priorities of Research and Studies
• Ensure intelligence gathering of major funding opportunities from in-country and external donors
• Produce & steer the conception sector briefs, theory of change and macro-log frames
• Identify & develop country partnerships and/or consortiums with NGOs, Institutions, Companies on technical priorities or important topics in the region
• Focal point for donor liaison in the country, and fundraising through HI’s Federation offices in the USA and Europe

1.2. Grants Management; Ensure all grants management processes are implemented. These include, but are not limited to;

• management of the filing tree to ensure all documents are safe, accessible and available.
• Correspondences with donors on all matters contract management
• management of the grants tracker, periodically updating the management on the pipeline and strategic actions that should be undertaken to increase the chances of winning grants
• Leading contracting/Grant signing processes
• In charge of all Grants Cycle Management processes

2.1 Ensure the respect of global technical frameworks and standards on Inclusive Humanitarian Action and the learning process from projects (In liaison with 3I division)

• Work with the Head of Programme to ensure the field Specialists and Project Managers respect HI’s global technical norms
• Ensure a local sectorial watch, best practice capture
• Ensure technical learning from projects

2.2 Ensure the monitoring of the technical quality and the relevance of HI’s activities in the Programmes under his scope

• Review and flag compliance and quality issues in the project implementation
• Ensure quality control of projects and programmes and issue warnings and recommendations
• Monitor the implementation of audit recommendations, if applicable

3.0 Influence - Ensure the local and external prestige and influence of HI’s expertise

• Influence establishment of and decision of the humanitarian technical working group on inclusion.
• Represent the technical expertise of HI throughout the local relevant networks
• Contribute to advocacy on specific themes in line with the global advocacy priorities
• Contribute to communication messages locally in line with the global communication priorities

 

CHARACTERISTICS OF THE POSITION:

The capital, Juba, has a major presence of INGOs and UN, basic but acceptable leaving conditions (generator, water tanks, basic roads...), and high-cost level.

Rural areas with very badly shaped roads, little infrastructure, and NGO leaving in compounds. The different sites of intervention are accessible by plane through MAF and WFP-run services. The security conditions are unstable with a level 3 and areas under massive conflict. The rainy season in South Sudan goes from May/June to September/October. During this period, movements are mostly limited since the roads are impracticable.

 

CONDITIONS:

At HI, the conditions offered are up to your commitment and adapted to the context of your mission. https://hi.org/en/join-the-team

• 6 months Volunteer International Solidarity (VSI) contract starting from 1st, April 2024
• Expatriation Allowance : 1000€ net per month
• Perdiem: 501 € net/month - paid in the field
• Hardship: 500 € net/month paid with your salary  
• Paid leaves: 25 days per year;
• R&R: 5 days every 8 weeks + possible transport/package support.
• Position: unaccompanied
• Housing: Collective taken in charge by HI

If you are resident in the country: local package

 

TO APPLY:

Only online by joining a CV and cover letter via the following link:

http://www.jobs.net/j/JqbjtXnU?idpartenaire=142

Applications will be processed on an ongoing basis, don’t wait for applying!

Only successful candidates will be contacted.

YOUR PROFILE:

• You hold a master’s degree in social sciences, social anthropology, law and women’s rights, sociology, gender, cultural studies
• You have 4 years of professional experience in the field of GBV prevention and response or broader gender programming
• You have experience working in a conflict or post conflict zone required
• You master capacity building techniques and case management (supervising case workers)

Handicap International/Humanity & Inclusion (HI) is an independent and impartial international solidarity organization, which intervenes in situations of poverty and exclusion, conflicts and disasters. Working alongside people with disabilities and vulnerable populations, it acts and speaks out to meet their essential needs, improve their living conditions and promote respect for their dignity and fundamental rights. More info: www.hi.org

At Handicap International-Humanity & Inclusion, we truly believe in the importance of inclusion and diversity within our organisation. This is why we are engaged to a disability policy to encourage the inclusion and integration of people with disabilities.

Please indicate if you require any special accommodation, even at the first interview.

 

JOB CONTEXT:

HI has been operating in South Sudan since 2006, implementing emergency and development actions aimed at improving the protection, quality of life, and promotion of rights of vulnerable individuals, including people with disabilities. HIs current portfolio adopts an integrated and multi-sectoral approach which includes interventions centred on MHPSS, Protection, Functional Rehabilitation and livelihoods with disability inclusion a cross-cutting theme across all programmes. In 2021, HI established a base in the greater Unity, which remains among the most conflict and disability affected states of the country. The operational context in South Sudan today is considered largely humanitarian/emergency while phasing in resilience programming. The ongoing peace initiatives if they succeed might result in huge population movements of returnees (both IDPs and refugees) across the country.

 

Protracted conflict in South Sudan has contributed to an extended humanitarian crisis, which has been exacerbated by unusually high levels of flooding and the COVID-19 pandemic. Although conflict has reduced between parties to the Revitalized-Agreement on the Resolution of Conflict in the Republic of South Sudan (R-ARCSS), violence has continued in many pockets of the country, threatening to reverse gains made at the national level since the peace deal was signed in September 2018. Besides, the parties to the conflict have agreed to extend the transition period with another 24 months to facilitate the completion of key transitional milestones, which include, but not limited to, the constitutional review and unification of armed forces.

 

YOUR MISSION:

The GBV and protection field specialist is responsible for establishing specialized GBV and protection programming, providing capacity building in identified areas of need, developing standardized program and monitoring tools, advising on areas for program expansion and actively participating in inter-agency coordination fora making sure that HI GBV and protection programming is in line with sector standards. The GBV and protection field specialist will support a variety of implementation modalities to include static facilities and mobile units through these missions:

Mission 1: Guides the establishment, development and implementation of GBV and protection programming in South Sudan. 

• Establishes advanced GBV programming integrated in health, cash and voucher (CVA) and in-kind assistance.
• Provides ongoing technical support to GBV and protection programming including, technical oversight and remote field monitoring of program staff to ensure high-quality implementation of GBV programming and resources.
• Conducts assessments to identify priority needs, including staff capacity and program implementation.

 

Mission 2: Builds the technical capacity of program staff.

• Identifies capacity building needs and appropriate and effective modalities to facilitate training for program staff.
• Delivers technical training, ongoing technical coaching and Training-of-Trainers.
• Leads the development of training materials focused on GBV case management, protection risk mitigation, prevention and woman, girl and child safe spaces.

 

Mission 3: Develops and reviews program-specific tools.

• Leads the development of resources/curricula/SOPs and works with program staff and HQ protection specialist to contextualize and adapt global and country-specific materials.
• Leads the identification of key aspects for the integration of PSS, GBV and protection thematic areas and provides capacity building through the development of specialized modules (e.g. counseling skills, caring for child survivors, etc.).
• Supports integrated program design with a focus on the linkages between child protection, adolescent programming and GBV.

 

Mission 4: Establishes program monitoring, evaluation, learning and information management.

• Supports program monitoring to ensure data is used to inform programming as needed to contribute to high-quality implementation of GBV and protection programming.
• Develops a comprehensive GBV and protection M&E plan as well as assessment tools for GBV and protection monitoring and gender analysis including gender-based violence, harmful practices, and the needs of adolescents and youth.
• Leads the uptake of the GBV Information Management System (GBVIMS) principles, develops the capacity of field teams on GBVIMS and leads on data analysis to adjust programming. Develops tailored information sharing protocols (ISP).

 

Mission 5: Actively participates in inter-agency coordination mechanisms (relevant Clusters and sub-working groups)

• Contributes technical support and shares knowledge and best practices with the Protection Cluster, the GBV sub-working group and other relevant coordination mechanisms.
•  Makes sure that HI programming is in line with guidance and standards issued at inter-agency level.

 

CHARACTERISTICS OF THE POSITION:

South Sudan environment is characterized by:

• A capital, Juba, with major presence of INGOs and UN, basic but acceptable leaving conditions (generator, water tanks, basic roads...), and high-cost level.
• Rural areas with very badly shaped roads, little infrastructure, and NGO leaving in compounds.  The different sites of intervention are accessible by plane through MAF and WFP-run services.  The security conditions are unstable with a level 3 and areas under massive conflict.
• The rainy season in South Sudan goes from May/June to September/October. During this period, movements are mostly limited since the roads are impracticable.
• A special system of R&R is in place with time for rest out of the country every 8 weeks around.

 

YOUR PROFILE:

• You hold a master’s degree in social sciences, social anthropology, law and women’s rights, sociology, gender, cultural studies
• You have 4 years of professional experience in the field of GBV prevention and response or broader gender programming
• You have experience working in a conflict or post conflict zone required
• You master capacity building techniques and case management (supervising case workers)

 

CONDITIONS:

At HI, the conditions offered are up to your commitment and adapted to the context of your mission. https://hi.org/en/join-the-team

• 12 months International contract starting from 1st January 2024
• The international contract provides social cover adapted to your situation:
• Unemployment insurance benefits for EU nationals
• Pension scheme
• Medical coverage with 50% of employee contribution
• Repatriation insurance paid by HI

 

• Salary from 2750€ gross/month upon experience 
• Perdiem: 597,51€ net/month - paid in the field
• Hardship: 500 € net/month paid with your salary
• Paid leaves: 25 days per year;
• R&R: 5 days every 8 weeks
• Position:
  • unaccompanied
    • Payment for travel costs (air ticket & visa) and transport of your personal effects (from 12 months of mission)
    • Mission of more than 12 months: a child allowance of 100€ per month, per child (from the second child) paid in the field

 

• Housing: Collective taken in charge by HI

 

 

TO APPLY:

Only online by joining a CV and cover letter via the following link:

• COLLER LIEN

 

Applications will be processed on an ongoing basis, don’t wait for applying!

Only successful candidates will be contacted.

Handicap International/Humanity & Inclusion (HI) is an independent and impartial international solidarity organization, which intervenes in situations of poverty and exclusion, conflicts and disasters. Working alongside people with disabilities and vulnerable populations, it acts and speaks out to meet their essential needs, improve their living conditions and promote respect for their dignity and fundamental rights. More info: www.hi.org

At Handicap International-Humanity & Inclusion, we truly believe in the importance of inclusion and diversity within our organisation. This is why we are engaged to a disability policy to encourage the inclusion and integration of people with disabilities.

Please indicate if you require any special accommodation, even at the first interview.

 

JOB CONTEXT:

HI has been operating in South Sudan since 2006, implementing emergency and development actions aimed at improving the protection, quality of life, and promotion of rights of vulnerable individuals, including people with disabilities. HIs current portfolio adopts an integrated and multi-sectoral approach which includes interventions centred on MHPSS, Protection, Functional Rehabilitation and livelihoods with disability inclusion a cross-cutting theme across all programmes. In 2021, HI established a base in the greater Unity, which remains among the most conflict and disability affected states of the country. The operational context in South Sudan today is considered largely humanitarian/emergency while phasing in resilience programming. The ongoing peace initiatives if they succeed might result in huge population movements of returnees (both IDPs and refugees) across the country.

 

Protracted conflict in South Sudan has contributed to an extended humanitarian crisis, which has been exacerbated by unusually high levels of flooding and the COVID-19 pandemic. Although conflict has reduced between parties to the Revitalized-Agreement on the Resolution of Conflict in the Republic of South Sudan (R-ARCSS), violence has continued in many pockets of the country, threatening to reverse gains made at the national level since the peace deal was signed in September 2018. Besides, the parties to the conflict have agreed to extend the transition period with another 24 months to facilitate the completion of key transitional milestones, which include, but not limited to, the constitutional review and unification of armed forces.

 

YOUR MISSION:

The GBV and protection field specialist is responsible for establishing specialized GBV and protection programming, providing capacity building in identified areas of need, developing standardized program and monitoring tools, advising on areas for program expansion and actively participating in inter-agency coordination fora making sure that HI GBV and protection programming is in line with sector standards. The GBV and protection field specialist will support a variety of implementation modalities to include static facilities and mobile units throw these missions:

Mission 1: Guides the establishment, development and implementation of GBV and protection programming in South Sudan. 

• Establishes advanced GBV programming integrated in health, cash and voucher (CVA) and in-kind assistance.
• Provides ongoing technical support to GBV and protection programming including, technical oversight and remote field monitoring of program staff to ensure high-quality implementation of GBV programming and resources.
• Conducts assessments to identify priority needs, including staff capacity and program implementation.

 

Mission 2: Builds the technical capacity of program staff.

• Identifies capacity building needs and appropriate and effective modalities to facilitate training for program staff.
• Delivers technical training, ongoing technical coaching and Training-of-Trainers.
• Leads the development of training materials focused on GBV case management, protection risk mitigation, prevention and woman, girl and child safe spaces.

 

Mission 3: Develops and reviews program-specific tools.

• Leads the development of resources/curricula/SOPs and works with program staff and HQ protection specialist to contextualize and adapt global and country-specific materials.
• Leads the identification of key aspects for the integration of PSS, GBV and protection thematic areas and provides capacity building through the development of specialized modules (e.g. counseling skills, caring for child survivors, etc.).
• Supports integrated program design with a focus on the linkages between child protection, adolescent programming and GBV.

 

Mission 4: Establishes program monitoring, evaluation, learning and information management.

• Supports program monitoring to ensure data is used to inform programming as needed to contribute to high-quality implementation of GBV and protection programming.
• Develops a comprehensive GBV and protection M&E plan as well as assessment tools for GBV and protection monitoring and gender analysis including gender-based violence, harmful practices, and the needs of adolescents and youth.
• Leads the uptake of the GBV Information Management System (GBVIMS) principles, develops the capacity of field teams on GBVIMS and leads on data analysis to adjust programming. Develops tailored information sharing protocols (ISP).

 

Mission 5: Actively participates in inter-agency coordination mechanisms (relevant Clusters and sub-working groups)

• Contributes technical support and shares knowledge and best practices with the Protection Cluster, the GBV sub-working group and other relevant coordination mechanisms.
•  Makes sure that HI programming is in line with guidance and standards issued at inter-agency level.

 

CHARACTERISTICS OF THE POSITION:

South Sudan environment is characterized by:

• A capital, Juba, with major presence of INGOs and UN, basic but acceptable leaving conditions (generator, water tanks, basic roads...), and high-cost level.
• Rural areas with very badly shaped roads, little infrastructure, and NGO leaving in compounds.  The different sites of intervention are accessible by plane through MAF and WFP-run services.  The security conditions are unstable with a level 3 and areas under massive conflict.
• The rainy season in South Sudan goes from May/June to September/October. During this period, movements are mostly limited since the roads are impracticable.
• A special system of R&R is in place with time for rest out of the country every 8 weeks around.

 

CONDITIONS:

At HI, the conditions offered are up to your commitment and adapted to the context of your mission. https://hi.org/en/join-the-team

• 12 months International contract starting from 1st January 2024
• The international contract provides social cover adapted to your situation:
• Unemployment insurance benefits for EU nationals
• Pension scheme
• Medical coverage with 50% of employee contribution
• Repatriation insurance paid by HI

 

• Salary from 2750€ gross/month upon experience 
• Perdiem: 597,51€ net/month - paid in the field
• Hardship: 500 € net/month paid with your salary
• Paid leaves: 25 days per year;
• R&R: 5 days every 8 weeks
• Position:
  • unaccompanied
    • Payment for travel costs (air ticket & visa) and transport of your personal effects (from 12 months of mission)
    • Mission of more than 12 months: a child allowance of 100€ per month, per child (from the second child) paid in the field

 

• Housing: Collective taken in charge by HI

 

 

TO APPLY:

Only online by joining a CV and cover letter via the following link:

http://www.jobs.net/j/JyVGkpHD?idpartenaire=142&jobdetails=true

 

Applications will be processed on an ongoing basis, don’t wait for applying!

Only successful candidates will be contacted.

Qualifications :

Typically, a Bachelor's degree in related area. Master’s degree in in social sciences, public health, statistics, or international development preferred. Equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

 

Experience
• 8+ year of relevant and progressive experience working in related field, including experience with a humanitarian organization in designing, implementing, and overseeing monitoring and evaluation tasks.
• Background in M&E, epidemiology, public health, and health information management
• Demonstrated experience in managing teams and building staff capacity within complex programing.
• Experience with M&E approaches for key donors such as OFDA, ECHO, EU, DfID, UN etc
• To identify gaps in staff knowledge of MEAL concepts and skills and provide a training in these topics.
•Possess the skills to write full narrative reports (needs assessments, internal reviews, progress reports) and executive summaries.
• Knowledge of causal analysis approaches (e.g. problem tree analysis, SWOT analysis) and carry out situation analysis and assessment of needs and opportunities (with the inputs of technical specialists).
• Demonstrated understanding of data protection and confidentiality as part of data collection and management practices, and ability to respect and maintain confidentiality.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• High-level ENGLISH LANGUAGE proficiency (Speaking – Reading – Writing).

 

Equal Opportunities

International Medical Corps is proud to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, age, disability or status as a veteran.

 

To apply : https://careers.internationalmedicalcorps.org/Careers.aspx?req=21-155&type=JOBDESCR

 

 

 

 

Essential Job Duties/Scope of Work :

International Medical Corps is a global humanitarian nonprofit organization dedicated to saving lives and relieving suffering through health care training and relief and development programs.

Established in 1984 by volunteer doctors and nurses, International Medical Corps is a private, voluntary, nonpolitical, nonsectarian organization. Its mission is to improve the quality of life through health interventions and related activities that build local capacity in areas worldwide. By offering training and health care to local populations and medical assistance to people at high risk, and with the flexibility to respond rapidly to emergency situations, International Medical Corps rehabilitates devastated.

 

JOB SUMMARY: 
The Coordinator, Technical MEAL is responsible for providing technical support by developing a comprehensive MEAL system enabling International Medical Corps to demonstrate the impact of its response ensuring greater accountability. S/he will harmonize the MEAL approaches to ensure efficiency across mission and ensure compliance with IMC’s MEAL minimum standards, guidelines, and procedures. S/he will develop a harmonized capacity building plan based on standardized performance measures. The Coordinator, Technical MEAL will provide the technical support to the design of methodologies to ensure the availability of valid and reliable information at the mission level. The Coordinator, Technical MEAL also plays an important role in data quality by designing a MEAL system, procedures, policies, and Global MEAL Guidelines to harmonize data across different missions. The Coordinator, Technical MEAL will provide technical support to the program and build capacity in the country Mission through harmonizing learning and knowledge sharing.

 

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

IMC’s policies, guidelines, and procedures

• Mainstream the Global MEAL Guidelines across all related MEAL activities at the field level and ensure the guidance notes for monitoring, evaluation, and accountability are functional at the field level.
• Map and detail the navigation, selection, application, and adaption of existing guidelines, tools, and templates at the relevant stages of the project cycle.
• Develop guidance and standards methodologies for the collection and analysis of data to allow for comparison and aggregation across time and the different projects.
• Actively promote Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) standards within IMC and amongst its beneficiaries.
• Contribute to the creation of a positive image and overall credibility of the organization, notably through the application of the Code of Conduct, ethics, values, and standpoint with regards to internal and external actors.

Project design and planning

• Design and coordinate needs assessment and situation analysis through various approaches (e.g. direct data collection, secondary sources, problem tree analysis, SWOT analysis) and ensure that needs assessment and project design are linked.
• Support to program and MEAL team with developing the results framework, theory of change, logframe and MEAL plan including indicators for existing and new projects.
• Identify the budget/resources needed for MEAL activities of projects.
• Represent the organization in the MEAL and Assessment Working Groups promoting a positive image.

MEAL system

• In coordination with the Program Team and MEAL field Focal Points, establish a reliable participatory MEAL framework for the IMC Mission to ensure quality.
• Design full MEAL procedures and operating plans within the Mission and develop harmonized data collection tools involving the different stakeholders (project team, partners)
• Ensure that accountability to affected populations (AAP) data is collected routinely throughout the project cycle, enabling evidence-based programming and corrective action.
• Develop data gathering strategies and harmonize data collection, analysis and reporting flows for projects in country.
• Collaborate with the Mission’s information, communications and telecommunications (ICT) section to develop and maintain the MEAL technology system, including updating, troubleshooting, and promptly addressing all problems as they arise.
• Conduct regular site visits or when required to monitor service provision and ensure data quality.

Data quality management

• Develop strategies for assessing the quality of collected data for the indicators and manage tools and methods for assessing data quality for all indicators.
• Organize the planning for project data quality audits and monitor and coordinate routine data quality audits conducted in different sites, compile results at the level of a project and develop actions plans to implement corrective measures.
• Coordinate data gathering and data management of population-based surveys and surveillance activities.

Sampling

• Use proper sampling (probability and non-probability) techniques taking into account desired power, type of evaluation (e.g. single point or multiple point; baseline vs endline), the objective of the evaluation (e.g. testing for change or getting a point prevalence), and budget limitations.
• Ensure adherence to prescribed methodologies of sampling, data collection, and data entry.
• Facilitate, guide and supervise external consultant (if applicable) in conducting needs assessment, surveys, evaluations and contextual analysis. Review the methodology, sampling approach and other important details proposed by the expert/consultant.
• Lead the development of sampling frame, calculate the sample size and draw samples for population-based surveys.

Qualitative and quantitative techniques

• Develop and use different qualitative and quantitate methods of data collection including structured/ semi structured interviews, key informant interviews, in-depth interviews, group discussions, focus group discussions and direct observations as an M&E tool. Conduct trainings on quantitative and qualitative techniques for data collection for MEAL, program and interviewers.
• Perform qualitative textual analysis, develop topical outlines (coding) and support the team in narrating the findings.
• Keeping the social dynamics, manage errors/bias and strategy to minimize them and to ensure the data collected is representative of populations without power (avoiding over dependence on community leaders, local authorities, and/or government authorities as primary sources for defining communities' needs and preferences).
• Develop Terms of Reference (ToR) outlining the objectives, methodology, sampling approach and other necessary details for the study to be conducted internally or by a consultant and oversee the logistics of data collection and data management and ensure adequate resources are available.
• Design questionnaires for monitoring purposes and apply the different interview techniques (structured/semi-structured).
• Conduct regular site visits or when required to monitor and assist partners in the data collection process to ensure data quality

Mobile and manual data collection

• Determine the appropriate data collection tool based on the purpose, advantages and disadvantages of mobile data collection techniques.
• Design simple and complex questionnaire using XLS or form builder (Kobo form builder, ONA form builder, etc.)
• Support in installing and configuring mobile data collection tools (OKD collect, Kobo collect, ONA collect, etc.) on smart phones or tablets and manage data on mobile servers (Kobo form builder, ONA form builder, etc.)
• Increase capacity of other staff in developing XLS form and setting up mobile data collection.
• Management of various level of user roles at KoboToolBox and Ona

Data analysis, including use of statistical software

• Develop guidance and standards methodologies for the collection and analysis of data to allow for comparison and aggregation across time and the different projects.
• Support MEAL and the project/program team on conducting statistical analysis including descriptive (univariate and bivariate data analysis) and inferential analysis using statistical software.
• Support the qualitative analysis, and develop topical outlines (coding).
• Develop spatial data from maps, documents, and other data sources.
• Analyze data and develop spatial data models and maps.
• Triangulate findings from several qualitative and quantitative sources.
• Interpret statistical data for use in decision-making and synthesize quantitative and qualitative information for write-up/reports and decision making.

Data analysis, including use of statistical software

• Develop guidance and standards methodologies for the collection and analysis of data to allow for comparison and aggregation across time and the different projects.
• Support MEAL and the project/program team on conducting statistical analysis including descriptive (univariate and bivariate data analysis) and inferential analysis using statistical software.
• Support the qualitative analysis, and develop topical outlines (coding).
• Develop spatial data from maps, documents, and other data sources.
• Analyze data and develop spatial data models and maps.
• Triangulate findings from several qualitative and quantitative sources.
• Interpret statistical data for use in decision-making and synthesize quantitative and qualitative information for write-up/reports and decision making.

Evaluation design

• Develop TOR for internal and external baseline survey, mid-term evaluations, final evaluations and frame the different types of study questions such as barrier analysis, market analysis, Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices Surveys (KAP).
• Make a comprehensive situation analysis to inform an evaluation.
• Identify the needed resources for evaluation, such as information, expertise, personnel, instruments, and budget.
• Manage the administrative and logistic process of evaluations involving external evaluators.
• Train and supervise data gathering of internal performance evaluation and design and synthesize the findings from participative evaluation techniques (actively involving affected communities in the evaluation exercises).

Techniques for presenting information

• Write full narrative reports (needs assessments, internal reviews, progress reports) and executive summaries.
• Present information and ‘tell the story’ of the project to multiple audiences and decision makers based on the findings from the analysis and monitoring.
• Verify reports' accuracy and presentation of information, including the use of appropriate graphs and tables.
• Presents AAP data in simplified yet informative formats, depicting disaggregated community perceptions on quality of humanitarian actions and accountability commitments

Management and leadership

• Support the Country Office in identifying the human resources needs in MEAL.
• Provide technical supervision and coordination of MEAL Officers from field sites.
• Create and sustain a work environment of mutual respect where team members strive to achieve excellence.

Capacity development and training

• Identify the gaps in staff knowledge of MEAL concepts and skills and provide trainings in these topics.
• Provide coaching/mentoring of staff and on-the-job training to improve skills of the staff in MEAL.
• Deliver intermediate-level training to the MEAL team and conduct a training on qualitative techniques for data collection for interviewers.

Knowledge Management

• Develop KML mechanisms and processes for mission while ensuring these mechanisms are in line with IMC’s guidelines
• Establish basic learning systems that incorporate program studies’ findings, lessons learnt, achievements and gaps, and develop all the tools required to support learning practices.
• Organize internal reviews and lessons learned workshops and present practical recommendations
• Ensure after-action reviews and lessons learned exercises, including data collected through Community-Based Feedback and Response Mechanism (CBFRM) and other participative forms of community engagement and feedback collection.

Community Based Feedback and Response Mechanism

• Provide technical support to the team on establishing and maintaining effective feedback mechanisms for decision making, fully in line with commitments regarding accountability to affected populations (AAP), including IASC CAAP, CHS, and Sphere Humanitarian Charter
• Implement and monitor the CBFRM, accountability initiatives, and practices across the Mission.
• Lead the implementation of methodologies to consult communities on their preferences based on the operational context.

Conflict Sensitivity

• Support the implementation of the Conflict Sensitivity approach across the project/program.
• Monitor and report on IMC’s adherence to Do No Harm and the conflict sensitivity (Safe and Effective Humanitarian Response) approach at the field level.

Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse

• Actively promote PSEA (Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse) standards within International Medical Corps and amongst beneficiaries served by International Medical Corps.

Code of Conduct

As applicable to this position, an individual must promote and encourage a culture of compliance and ethics throughout the organization and maintain a clear understanding of International Medical Corps’ and donor compliance and ethics standards and adheres to those standards. Staff are also responsible for preventing violations to our Code of Conduct and Ethics, which may involve Conflicts of Interest, Fraud, Corruption or Harassment.  If you see, hear or are made aware of any violations to the Code of Conduct and Ethics or Safeguarding Policy, you have an obligation to report.

If this is a supervisory position, one must set an example of ethical behavior through one’s own conduct and oversight of the work of others; ensure that those who report to you have sufficient knowledge and resources to follow the standards outlined in the Code of Conduct & Ethics; monitor compliance of the people you supervise; enforce the Code of Conduct & Ethics and International Medical Corps’ policies, including the Safeguarding Policy and the Protection from Harassment, Bullying and Sexual Misconduct in the Workplace Policy, consistently and fairly; support employees who in good faith raise questions or concerns.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Qualifications : 

• The Degree of Doctor of Medicine OR First degree in health science required 
•  Masters in public health or related fields is required.
• Previous experience in nutrition programs is required
• Languages – working knowledge of English. Arabic will be an asset
• Good report rewriting skills
• Previous management and leadership experience in humanitarian emergency set-ups 
• Very good interpersonal skills and team player
• Advanced knowledge of medical sciences and primary health care
• Basic computer skills – Microsoft Office, Email, EXCEL – and other computer based systems
• Ability and willingness to manage projects in resource-limited hardship areas

To apply : https://careers.internationalmedicalcorps.org/Careers.aspx?req=21-069&type=JOBDESCR

 

Essential Job Duties/Scope of Work:

International Medical Corps is a global, humanitarian, nonprofit organization dedicated to saving lives and relieving suffering through health care training and relief and development programs. 

Established in 1984 by volunteer doctors and nurses, International Medical Corps is a private, voluntary, nonpolitical, nonsectarian organization. Its mission is to improve the quality of life through health interventions and related activities that build local capacity in underserved communities worldwide. By offering training and health care to local populations and medical assistance to people at highest risk, and with the flexibility to respond rapidly to emergency situations, International Medical Corps rehabilitates devastated health care systems and helps bring them back to self-reliance. 

 

Background
International Medical Corps has worked throughout Sudan’s Darfur Region since 2004, providing health, nutrition and water, sanitation and hygiene interventions. In many sites where we operate, International Medical Corps  is the only provider of primary health care or nutrition services, making it  a key partner to the Ministry of Health in the health response in the region. 

 

Job Purpose

The Medical Coordinator is providing strategic vision and technical support to the identification, design, implementation and management of the health programs at national level. The Medical Coordinator will work in collaboration with Country Director, Program Director, senior management team, and health teams in the field to deliver high-quality health services to the targeted beneficiaries. The Medical Coordinator will make frequent visits to the field sites to ensure the highest standards of service delivery. S/he will ensure high-quality clinical services in all IMC-supported health facilities. S/he will monitor service quality, ensure that all staff are trained and well-supported, pharmaceuticals and other medical supplies are properly managed, and apply clinical-level data to national-level quality improvement efforts. S/he will ensure quality programming is undertaken by IMC teams to train, supervise and support community based health workers and volunteers to provide health education and health services to the community members at the grass roots level. The Medical Coordinator will represent IMC in the national Health coordination meetings, Health Forum and other technical working groups.

 

Main Responsibilities

1.  Technical Monitoring and Program Quality 

a)         Work closely with the Program Director to ensure smooth running of health programs.

b)         Provide technical supervision of, and technical support to the organizations health programming activities.

c)         Ensure activities are consistent with established best practices, which are acceptable internationally (WHO/SPHERE).

d)         Ensure health programs utilize standardized protocols, policies and guidelines according to Ministry of Health, WHO, and OFDA.

e)         Oversee the collection, analysis and timely reporting of data and statistics for all programs (including objectives, indicators and outcomes of health programs) according to internal and donor requirements

f)          Review from a technical standpoint, field and donor reports.

g)         Ensure timely and adequate provision of supplies and drugs through review of pharmacy consumption reports, national drug protocols, program budgets, acquisition of partner agency and UN drug kits, and health
            information materials.

h)         Ensure all stakeholders, including senior management team, the Health Technical Unit and donors are provided with updates, following the established reporting structures.

2. Program Development

a)         Work with senior management team, field teams, Cross Functional Platforms, and the Health Technical Unit in strategic planning for future health programs.

b)         Work with Program Director and senior management team to draft concepts for future funding following the protocols and formats.

c)         Provide technical input during proposal development and technical reviews.

d)         Strive to ensure as much as possible different health related sectors (MHPSS, GBV, etc.) are integrated into proposed programs.

e)         Provide inputs and support in new health assessment and assessment reports

3. Representation

a)         Represent the organization in national Health coordination meetings, Health Forum and other technical working groups.

b)         Contribute to the creation of a positive image and overall credibility of the organization, notably through the application of the organization's Code of Conduct, ethics, values and standpoint with regular internal and external actors.

4. Human Resources Management

a)         Supervise the health staff on a day to day basis in order to ensure a proper implementation of health activities.

b)         Coordinate and supervise the selection and training of qualified program health staff, recommend promotions, and implement disciplinary action and termination of staff in consultation with Country Director, Program Director, Finance Director, and HR Manager.

c)         Maintain open lines of communications with Projects’ Medical Coordinator(s) and all field staff.

d)         Work closely with the National Medical Coordinator(s) to determine the training needs of the medical staff. Arrange and oversee trainings.

e)         Ensure staff performance evaluations and professional development plans are in place.

5. Monitoring and Evaluation

a)         Support the M&E staff/team in development of new strategies that includes proposal of data collection methods and defining medical indicators during project design; and supporting the team in data collection at the field sites.

b)         Interpret the analyzed data, present how the project is progressing in terms of performance indicators and propose plans for action to address any gaps in project implementation.

c)         Liaise with the HQ MEAL advisor to receive timely input and implement recommendations ensuring best practice at all stages of program implementation.

6. Logistics and Supply Chain

a)         Ensure that all Doctors complete the requested data collection, (specifically, but not exclusively limited to drugs consumption, number of consultations, etc.).

b)         Ensure proper distribution/donation plans for all the medication that will expire within six months.

c)         Ensuring the preparedness for timely and efficient deployment of medicines, medical consumables and medical equipment, replenish stocks and supply field operations and Mobile Clinics. Specifically he has the responsibility
            of raising Procurement Request as per operational needs of the project and in line with the agreed budget with donors.

d)         Review and identify key procurement of medical commodities in procurement plans/budget of all active grants and proactively and timely raise the requests to the country procurement team and/or the global procurement
            team depending on the sourcing location of the commodities.

e)         Review list of medical commodities/pharmaceuticals within project proposals and ensure these are aligned with project output and outcomes. Ensure that all list of medical commodities identified during proposal development
            are timely shared with the GPSU unit for review and approval.

f)          Ensure the delivery of supply match the agreed activity plan/work plan of each of the projects and proactively identify any potential risk of delay while proposing mitigating measures.

g)         Attentively monitor stock quantities and expiry dates of medical commodities and provide regular updates and/or elevate challenges to senior management whenever needed.

7. Working Relationships

a)         Work closely with the Country Director, Program Director and Country Senior Management Team and the Health Technical Unit at the IMC headquarters.

b)         Ensure program progress through routine communications with Country Director, Logistics Staff and Finance team to ensure coordination of programs supplies are consistent with management of budgets, including
            budget forecasting, development of spending plans.

8. Security

a)         Collaborate with Country Director, Deputy Country Director, Program Director, and Security Manager in order to maintain security of health staff in the field.

b)         Ensure application and compliance of security protocols and policies by all health staff.

9. Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse.

a)         Actively promote PSEA (Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse) standards within International Medical Corps and amongst beneficiaries served by International Medical Corps.

10. Other duties as assigned

a)         The duties and responsibilities listed are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all inclusive.