Latest Jobs in South Sudan Archives

Operations Director at WVI, South Sudan

Deadline: 11 April 2016

World Vision International (WVI) is currently seeking applications from the eligible applicants for the post of Operations Director in Juba, South Sudan. The duration of this post is about 1 to 2 years.

The Operations Director will assist the National Director in overall coordination, implementation and supervision of all resources and operations.

WVI’s mission is to promote human transformation, seek justice and bear witness to the good news of the Kingdom of God.

Key Jobs Responsibilities

The Operations Director will perform the following functions-

Provide leadership, support and coordination in the implementation of ongoing grants and other special projects.
Develop national operation plan ensuring that it is in accordance with national and global strategies and provide thought leadership to the process of National Office. Strategy and program design.
Ensure that the national office strategy is ambitious, relevant to community and country context and aligned to WVI regional and global strategy.
Ensure WV South Sudan projects and programs are demonstrating progress towards strategic objectives and Child Well Being targets. Promote innovation among the Operations team to maximize ministry growth and impact.
In collaboration with the National Director, develop and maintain productive and effective relationships with the Support Offices, the Regional Office and the Global Centre.
In collaboration with Program Development and Quality Assurance (PDQA) Director, maintain functional relationships with World Vision Support Offices and bilateral/multilateral donors to strengthen the portfolio of public and private funding.
Network with leaders of other local and international NGOs to position World Vision for coordinated program implementation.
Work with project staff and directors of other departments (Finance, HR, Administration, Supply Chain) to ensure smooth implementation of programs.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must have-

Bachelors’ Degree in rural development, agricultural sciences, social sciences or other development related field.
A minimum of 10 years of experience in relief and development work preferably within World Vision.
At least two years senior management experience or middle level management experience.
Proficiency in the English Language.
A mature Christian with evidence of mature faith.
Evident vision and passion for the poor.
Skills in project management, design monitoring and evaluation.

How to Apply

Applicants must submit their applications through online process.

For more information, please visit WVI.

Senior Program Officer at World Vision International, South Sudan

Deadline: 4 April 2016

World Vision International (WVI) is currently seeking applications from the eligible applicants for the post of Senior Program Officer in Juba, South Sudan. The duration of this post is about 1 to 2 years.

The Senior Program Officer will be responsible to facilitate programme development and resource acquisition for development and resilience programming and emergency response (Cat III) with high standards of appropriateness, timeliness, and effectiveness.

WVI’s mission is to promote human transformation, seek justice and bear witness to the good news of the Kingdom of God.

Key Jobs Responsibilities

The Senior Program Officer will perform the following functions-

Contribute to the development and implementation of WVSS Resource Acquisition and Management Team strategies.
Contribute to the development of External Engagement and Resource Acquisition strategies.
Assist the PDQA Director in the development of support office and donor specific strategies that articulate SO and donor strategic intent and funding targets, sectors and geographic preference.
Develop and manage the proposal development calendar for WVSS and coordinate timely and strategic response to proposal opportunities.
Develop a reporting calendar of all projects including reporting to the region on resource acquisition progress.
Represent WVSS at national (Juba) level coordination meetings with donors, stakeholders, INGOs, local organizations, and government officials. Provide updates on projects at coordination meetings. Provide key stakeholders within WVSS and Support Offices with updates of meeting outcomes and stakeholder priorities.
Develop and maintain solid working relationships with major (government/private) donors including ECHO, EU, USAID, OFDA, UNHCR, UNICEF, UNDP, DFATD, DFAT, DFID, Irish Aid, FAO, and World Vision Support Offices, including hosting visits, responding to communication, and ensuring that support office and donor requirements are met.
Maintain WVSS master list of stakeholder contact information.
Assist the PDQA Director to coordinate WVSS donor visits.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must have-

Master degree or equivalent in relevant fields of study such as International Development, Political Science/International Relations, Economics, Sociology, or other related field.
Leadership experience in program design and development, funding acquisition, program monitoring and evaluation, information management, capacity building, and compliance.
At least 4 years field experience in a relief or development environment.
Previous experience with successful multi-million dollar donor proposal writing and budget preparation (USAID, ECHO, BPRM, UN agencies preferred).
Clear understanding of the working of the major WV partners (UNICEF, WFP, USAID, EU, CIDA, and DFID etc.), their requirements and standers.
General understanding of food security, health, education and protection programming in fragile contexts (development, resilience, emergency response).
Ability relates and represents WV to these major program partners, in a highly professional manner.
Computer knowledge including Word, Excel, Lotus Notes and Power Point.
Fluency in written and spoken English.

How to Apply

Applicants must submit their applications through online process.

For more information, please visit WVI.

Advocacy, Policy & Peace Building Specialist at World Vision International, South Sudan

Deadline: 4 April 2016

World Vision International (WVI) is currently seeking applications from the eligible applicants for the post of Advocacy, Policy & Peace Building Specialist in Juba, South Sudan. The duration of this post is about 1 to 2 years.

The Advocacy, Policy & Peace Building Specialist will lead the development and implementation of the South Sudan Advocacy/Policy strategy, focusing on both response and non-response themes.

WVI’s mission is to promote human transformation, seek justice and bear witness to the good news of the Kingdom of God.

Key Jobs Responsibilities

The Advocacy, Policy & Peace Building Specialist will perform the following functions-

Develop WVSS Advocacy, Policy and Peacebuilding Strategy.
Implement WVSS Advocacy/Policy and Peacebuilding strategy in close collaboration with other agencies and WVSS programme staff.
Provide ongoing, bi-weekly context analysis of the unfolding situation on the ground based on operational, security, humanitarian and political changes to the ND, RO and SOs.
Engage with and support local organizations and churches on local and national advocacy and peacebuilding initiatives, linking with relevant internal teams, such as Faith and Development, Operations, PDQA, Communications, etc.
Identify key national organizations to strategically assist with capacity-building for local advocacy and peacebuilding.
Work with local civil-society and empower local communities to advocate for their rights.
Identify funding sources for ongoing and future Advocacy and Peacebuilding function.
Define Advocacy, Policy and Peace Building focus areas relevant to WVSS ministry and in accordance with the practical and strategic needs of children.
Build the capacity of WVSS staff to plan, implement, monitor and evaluate Advocacy and Peace Building programs.
Provide technical advice to WVSS on Advocacy and Peace Building technical issues.
Develop and update policy positions & messaging on a regular basis.
Initiate and direct field research & analysis on emerging issues with a focus on relevant themes.
Build bilateral strategic relationships with aligned policy and advocacy NGOs and civil society.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must have-

Master’s Degree in International Development, Conflict Resolution/PeaceBuilding or another relevant field.
Excellent understanding of the dynamics of conflict resolution in the context of war and knowledge of South Sudan.
Excellent research, policy analysis and report writing skills.
Minimum 2 years policy and advocacy or peace building experience with strong familiarity with fragile states/contexts.
Proven ability in relating with national staff and governmental authorities.
Ability to travel and a flexible approach to living conditions; Able to work in a harsh and demanding environment and adaptable to rapidly changing contexts.
Experience of managing teams and budgets.
Knowledge of project management cycle and grant proposal writing.
Skills including Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

How to Apply

Applicants must submit their applications through online process.

For more information, please visit WVI.

Director of Monitoring & Evaluation, Research and Learning at Global Communities, South Sudan

Deadline: 12 March 2016

Global Communities is currently seeking applications from the eligible applicants for the post of Director of Monitoring & Evaluation, Research and Learning in South Sudan.

The Director of Monitoring & Evaluation, Research and Learning will serve as a senior member of Global Communities South Sudan Country Program.

The mission of Global Communities is to create long-lasting, positive and community-led change that improves the lives and livelihoods of vulnerable people across the globe.

Key Jobs Responsibilities

The Director of Monitoring & Evaluation, Research and Learning will perform the following functions-

Supervise six staff including Learning & Training Manager, Research / Survey Manager, two M&E Officers, M&E Specialist and MIS Manager.
Overall PROPEL program management as member of senior management team.
Establish M&E databases and recordkeeping system.
Project and performance management database (Program Tracker).
Establish program-wide reporting instruments, including electronic ones, and systems to ensure that all relevant information reaches M&E databases.
Monitor and report performance indicators according to established reporting frequencies.
Continuously review AMEP and propose and implement modifications as needed.
Oversee routine data quality assessments Prepare bi-monthly, quarterly, annual and final reports.
Prepare special program reports as required.
Prepare monthly success stories.
Coordinate with USAID on mid-term and final evaluations.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must have-

Bachelor’s degree is required and a Master’s is preferred.
At least 8 years of prior experience utilizing M&E, reporting, management, learning or research skills is required.
Very strong writing skills are required.
Prior experience managing monitoring and evaluation for international projects (in post conflict environments and/or in Africa) is preferred.
Prior experience building partner’s M&E capacity is preferred.
Demonstrated ability in qualitative and quantitative research methods, data analysis, sampling techniques and establishing M&E systems is preferred.
Prior experience designing M&E systems, indicators and monitoring plans is required.
Prior experience working with local national staff and building local capacity is required.
Proficiency in USAID regulations, prior exp working on USAID funded programs is preferred.
Proven experience with participatory M&E is preferred.
Prior experience with CDD is highly preferred.
Experience in South Sudan is preferred.

How to Apply

Applicants must submit their applications through online process.

For more information, please visit Global Communities.

Human Resources Coordinator at Action Against Hunger, South Sudan

Deadline: Ongoing

Action Against Hunger (ACF) is currently seeking applications from the eligible applicants for the post of Human Resources Coordinator in Juba, South Sudan. The duration of this post is 12 months.

The Human Resources Coordinator will be responsible for developing and implementing the Country HR policy, applying best HR practices, and monitoring program activity to anticipate future HR needs.

Action Against Hunger | ACF International, a global humanitarian organization committed to ending world hunger, works to save the lives of malnourished children while providing communities with access to safe water and sustainable solutions to hunger.

Key Jobs Responsibilities

The Human Resources Coordinator will perform the following functions-

Ensure implementation of ACF HR policies and procedures, and compliant with local labor laws.
Ensure the HR administration is accurately maintained as per ACF and local government regulations.
For travels, visas, work authorizations, medical evacuations, personnel files and other HR documents.
Oversee Payroll and Benefits Administration.
Manage the mission’s recruitment.
Identify and monitor staff training, development and learning needs.
Communicate HR matters both internally (within the mission) and externally (to New York HQ, donors, and local authorities).

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must have-

A Bachelor degree in HR, Psychology or a related field.
4-5 years experience as HR professional, with a sound knowledge of recruitment, payroll & benefits management, training & development, and team management.
Extensive experience to communicate with staff from diverse cultures and professional backgrounds.
Capability to sharing their technical knowledge, as well as the organization’s policies & procedures – both verbally and in writing.
Diplomacy and ability to help colleagues handle difficult situations.
Good developing people skills.

How to Apply

Applicants must submit their applications through online process.

For more information, please visit ACF.

Senior Public Health Officer at UNHCR, South Sudan or Kenya

Deadline: 22 February 2016

United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) is currently seeking applications from the eligible applicants for the post of Senior Public Health Officer in Juba, South Sudan or Nairobi, Kenya.

UNHCR’s primary purpose is to safeguard the rights and well-being of refugees.

Key Jobs Responsibilities

The Senior Public Health Officer will perform the following functions-

Responsible for coordination and provision of technical support to UNHCR partners and heads the UNHCR Public Health Unit (Health, Nutrition/Food Security, WASH, HIV/AIDS/Reproductive Health, and Health Information.
Ensure that minimum standards for Public Health are met among Persons of concern to UNHCR (PoC) in South Sudan, and is responsible for the overall coordination and technical support in the Public Health Sector.
Responsible for Public Health planning, programming, monitoring and evaluation to effectively address all relevant issues of public health importance.
Ensure that public health services provided by partner to refugees and other PoC comply with the required national/ UNHCR / and/ or international standards through implementation of appropriate country protocols and guidance and adherence to UNHCR specific guidance for public health programming.
Lead the provision of technical contributions during planning, and monitoring and evaluation process in the UNHCR program cycle.
Lead the coordination of public health services for PoCs to UNHCR with all relevant stakeholders and partners at all stages of the country operation.
Play the key role in capacity building of partners; and facilitate partners¿ access to training activities.
Ensure linkages of Public Health Services with other UNHCR programs like community services, and protection.
Undertake needs and resources assessments, identify gaps and overlaps in programming, addresses unmet needs, and orient existing activities to address priority public health issues.
Promote, support, and guide inter-sectoral coordination by other team members of the Public Health Unit.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must have-

Advanced University degree specialization in Public Health (e.g. medical science or nursing,), or equivalent.
At least 10 years of relevant work experience.
Proven technical competence in international health programming with emphasis on refugees/IDPs, emergencies or post-emergencies.
Proven managerial competence in international health programming issues with emphasis on refugees/IDPs/emergencies or post-emergencies.
Practical knowledge of planning, monitoring and implementation of health-related services in refugee or refugee-like situations.
Practical experience in various refugee / internally displaced persons situations ranging from emergency to reconstruction/rehabilitation.
Excellent knowledge of English.

How to Apply

Applicants must submit their applications through online process.

For more information, please visit UNHCR.

Chief Field Office at UNICEF, South Sudan

Deadline: 3 February 2016

United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) is currently seeking applications from the eligible applicants for the post of Chief Field Office in Bentiu, South Sudan.

UNICEF supports child health and nutrition, good water and sanitation, quality basic education for all boys and girls, and the protection of children from violence, exploitation, and AIDS.

Key Jobs Responsibilities

The Chief Field Office will perform the following functions-

Represent UNICEF and the rights and needs of children to government officials, local authorities, non-state actors, NGOs, CBOs and beneficiary communities.
Advocate with government officials, local authorities, non-state actors, NGOs, CBOs and beneficiary communities, attention to the rights and needs of children, with particular focus on humanitarian access and protection of children.
Monitor the Situation — Develop and maintain a sound knowledge and understanding of the humanitarian and political situation and dynamics of the conflict in order to assess impact on the situation of and programmes for children and to identify needs and opportunities
Access to Hard to Reach Areas – negotiate with all parties to secure access to population in hot spots and hard to reach areas, including through agency specific interventions, rapid response mechanism, interagency and integrated missions and delivery of critical life-saving interventions
Unity State Outreach Strategy – In collaboration with Field Operations, identify opportunities, plan and participate in rapid response missions and outreach programmes within the state.
Humanitarian Response Plans – Develop plans of action, project agreements, project cooperation agreements, small scale funding agreements, annual and mid-term reviews, annual reports, and other required documentation.
Monitoring – Organize and participate in the regular monitoring of UNICEF supported interventions in the governorate through project review, field visits, inspection of supplies, and review of reports, accounts and outputs.
Reporting – In cooperation with relevant sections of the Country Office, prepare or contribute to the monthly SITREP, donor reports and special reports.
Capacity Strengthening – Support capacity strengthening of government and NGO partners on situation analysis, policy, plan/programme/project formulation, project management, monitoring and evaluation.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must have-

Advance University degree in social sciences or a related technical field.
Eight years progressively responsible professional work experience at the national and international levels in programme planning, management, monitoring, and evaluation, in a related field.
Fluency in English required.
Knowledge of another UN language and the local working language of the duty station an asset.

How to Apply

Applicants must submit their applications through online process.

For more information, please visit UNICEF.

Health & Nutrition Program Officer at Relief International, South Sudan

Deadline: 29 February 2016

Relief International (RI) is currently seeking applications from the eligible applicants for the post of Health & Nutrition Program Officer in South Sudan.

The Health & Nutrition Program Officer will be responsible for supporting all health and nutrition activities within Maban County, Upper Nile State.

Relief International is a humanitarian non-profit agency that provides emergency relief, rehabilitation, development assistance, and program services to vulnerable communities worldwide.

Key Jobs Responsibilities

The Health & Nutrition Program Officer will perform the following functions-

Work closely with the Health & Nutrition Program Officer Manager to achieve program objectives and targets effectively and efficiently.
Help with activity verification and monitoring (stock and program quality) at supported facilities to ensure smooth, high-quality program implementation.
Facilitate coordination meetings, advocacy meetings and awareness raising sessions at the community level, together with community health promoters.
Assist the Health & Nutrition Program Manager prepare project teams weekly and monthly work plans.
Participate in conducting situational analysis and other M&E activities as necessary under the guidance of the Area Manager and Health & Nutrition Program Officer Manager.
Collect and compile project data regularly to submit to the Health & Nutrition Program Officer Manager, including case studies, success stories and photographs of facilities.
Provide regular updates on inventory of medical and non-medical items supported by the project (information / data collected through monitoring visits).
Attend external meetings if/when assigned to represent RI.
Improve the quality of primary health care (PHC) services delivered at supported facilities throughout the county through priority setting, on-job training, and continuous monitoring.
Provide inputs for donor requirements for data collection and reporting for health and nutrition grants in Maban.
Ensure program targets are met using indicator / activity tracking table.
Ensure the quality of data through proper entry, cleaning and regular checking and use the data for action on the site.
Ensure diagnosis and treatment of patients is based on standard procedures (national and international guidelines).
Ensure the community based activities such as EPI, nutrition screening, health education and defaulter tracing are done properly.
Actively participate in the identification and management of any disaster or epidemics.
Build the capacity of national staffs through proper coaching and training.
Prepare weekly, monthly and annual work plans for grants.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must have-

Registered nurse (preferred).
Experience with project planning and grant management (multiple donors).
Previous experience with managing nutrition programming (TSFP, OTP) is strongly recommended.
Program management experience and/or community development; previous experience in area management.
Skills in, and committed to, community participation/interaction, field visits and presence in program areas.
Proven financial, logistics and procurement management skills.
Experience managing staff and programs in insecure locations.
Well-developed human resource management skills.
Proven commitment to humanitarian and accountability principals and knowledgeable of quality assurance systems.
Good communicator with proven diplomacy who has the ability and willingness to engage with all levels of staff and all types of stakeholders.
Ability to speak/write in English with clarity and ease.

How to Apply

Applicants must submit their detailed CV, cover letter, salary history, and a list of 3 previous supervisors (including email address, Skype contact, and telephone number) through online process.

For more information, please visit RI.

Health and Nutrition Programme Manager at Relief International, South Sudan

Deadline: 29 February 2016

Relief International (RI) is currently seeking applications from the eligible applicants for the post of Health and Nutrition Programme Manager in South Sudan.

The Health and Nutrition Programme Manager will be responsible for providing technical support and supervision to the health team and provide technical input, writing and budgetary input for new program design.

Relief International is a humanitarian non-profit agency that provides emergency relief, rehabilitation, development assistance, and program services to vulnerable communities worldwide.

Key Jobs Responsibilities

The Health and Nutrition Programme Manager will perform the following functions-

Work closely with the Field Manager and County Director to achieve program objectives and targets effectively and efficiently.
Improve the quality of primary health care (PHC) services delivered at supported facilities throughout the county through priority setting, on-job training, and continuous monitoring.
Manage donor requirements for data collection and reporting for health and nutrition grants in Maban.
Develop and establish a work plan for carrying out program deliverables and required activities.
Monitor program expenditure and regularly liaise with finance staff to address spending issues.
Actively participate in program design, implementation and evaluation.
Ensure program targets are met using indicator / activity tracking table.
Ensure the quality of data through proper entry, cleaning and regular checking and use the data for action on the site.
Ensure diagnosis and treatment of patients is based on standard procedures (national and international guidelines).
Ensure the community based activities such as EPI, nutrition screening, health education and defaulter tracing are done properly.
Actively participate in the identification and management of any disaster or epidemics.
Build the capacity of national staffs through proper coaching and training.
Prepare weekly, monthly and annual work plans for grants.
Prepare and submit weekly, monthly and annual data and reports to line manager and other relevant agencies.
Represent RIat the local and state level.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must have-

Master’s Degree in Public Health or Doctorate Degree of Medicine (preferred).
Experience with project planning and grant management (multiple donors).
Previous experience with managing nutrition programming (TSFP, OTP) is strongly recommended.
Senior management experience and/or community development; previous experience in area management.
High level of skill in developing, implementing and training others in the tools needed for program cycle management monitoring and review.
Skills in, and committed to, community participation/interaction, field visits and presence in program areas.
Proven financial, logistics and procurement management skills.
Practical experience managing staff and programs in insecure locations.
Well-developed human resource management skills.
Proven commitment to humanitarian and accountability principals and knowledgeable of quality assurance systems.
Good communication with proven diplomacy that has the ability and willingness to engage with all levels of staff and all types of stakeholders.
Fluency and articulate in spoken local language and able to speak/write in English with clarity and ease.

How to Apply

Applicants must submit their applications through online process.

For more information, please visit RI.

Deputy Director of Programme Development & Quality at Save the Children, South Sudan

Deadline: 7 January 2016

Save the Children is currently seeking applications from the eligible applicants for the post of Deputy Director of Programme Development & Quality in Juba, South Sudan. The duration for the post is of 12 months.

The Deputy Director of Programme Development & Quality (DD PDQ) is a senior leadership position within the Programme Development and Quality Team.

Save the Children works to inspire breakthroughs in the way the world treats children and to achieve immediate and lasting change in their lives.

Key Jobs Responsibilities

The Deputy Director of Programme Development & Quality will perform the following functions-

Ensure effective systems and ways of working are in place to promote children’s participation and high quality, evidenced based, and integrated programming.
Responsible for overall implementation of SCI’s Quality Framework for planning, proposals, as well as programme quality assurance.
Manage and support technical advisors who ensure that field teams are appropriately supported to grow the portfolio, ensure programme quality, foster effective partnerships and advocate for children.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must have-

Development professionalism with a relevant Master’s Degree or equivalent professional experience.
A minimum of 5 years of management experience in an NGO or similar environment, including experience directing and implementing programs for children in both emergency and development contexts, preferably with solid experience in more than one of the Save the Children priority sectors: education, child protection, child rights governance, health and nutrition, and livelihoods.
Professional experience of Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning capacity with international NGOs, UN or donor agency, or the private sector preferred.
Excellent understanding of processes and methodologies – with specific technical trainings in these areas.
Proven fundraising experience with multiple institutional donors, multi-year projects and multi-million dollar portfolios.
Proven representation skills.
Experience using key international standards for humanitarian work (e.g. SPHERE, HAP principles, etc.).
Strong writing skills; significant experience in writing funding proposals preferred.
Strong team leader; proven experience of developing effective ways of working to support a high performing team.
Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills including influencing, negotiation and coaching.
Highly developed cultural awareness and ability to work well in an international environment with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures.
Strong results orientation, with the ability to challenge existing mindsets.
Ability to present complex information in a succinct and compelling manner.
Ability and willingness to dramatically change work practices and hours, and work with incoming surge teams, in the event of emergencies.
Fluency in English, both verbal and written, required.
Commitment to Save the Children values, including willingness to abide by and enforce the Child Safeguarding policy.

How to Apply

Applicants must submit their CV and covering letter including their salary expectations for this role in English, as a single document, through online process.

For more information, please visit Save the Children.