PROJECT SUMMARY

Natural Resource Management (NRM) is a four year European Community (EC) funded intervention that seeks to reduce hunger and food insecurity by improving rangeland conditions in Puntland regions of Somalia. The project will improve the state of natural resource management through the implementation of land rehabilitation and restoration work on degraded rangelands, improving sustainable use of natural resources through community based range management programs, integration of environmental considerations into all economic planning and programming activities in the region and galvanizing community support for environmental protection and sustainable use of resources. The project will also support the development of alternative sources of energy that can create jobs for local community, mainly the youth and women to help reduce the current dependency on firewood and charcoal that is contributing to the decimation and destruction of large chunks of land and drought resilient trees/vegetation. Moreover, ‘Stewardship Puntland’ an awareness raising campaign will also be launched to sensitize both rural and urban communities on environmental issues and to instill on the general public a sense of environmental ownership and stewardship.

POSITION SUMMARY

Adeso is seeking a qualified consultant specializing in conducting baseline assessments in the field of Natural Resource Management with specific reference to restore ecological damages in particular mangroves, land rehabilitation and restoration of degraded coastal habitats, coastal agriculture, and provide livelihoods and food security, and other community capacity development initiatives.

The consultancy is for a period of 30 days, beginning 20^th October 2015, and will include desk review work, field level primary data collection, collection of existing secondary data on land management, stakeholder consultations, data analysis, report writing, review and possible revision of the logframe and presentation of the findings at field level in a phased manner. Collection and analysis of data in technical areas like land use pattern and terrain, soil conditions and agricultural/land fertility status analysis, fishing resources, ecological damages in particular mangroves, land rehabilitation and restoration of degraded coastal habitats in the area as applicable should be part of the baseline assessment process.

OBJECTIVES OF THE ASSIGNMENT

This consultancy is aimed to research on traditional customary law which is aimed to develop a framework for sustainable use of pasture land highlighting best practices to ensure sustainable pasturing in line with indigenous practices that allowed sustainable use of range lands over many centuries as well as possible implementation mechanism. Moreover, the consultancy will use the Dhahar district’s successful customary law as case study and extend to research and conduct four case studies on traditional/customary law in Bari, Sanaag, Mudug and Sool regions which will form the basis for scaling up these Xeer (customary) based systems to national level legislation. The discussions and inquiry will be conducted in villages, as it is as much an exercise to document the historical practices, and to help communities to redeem customary practices and systems. Findings will also be also be mainstreamed in to legal frameworks for the environmental and rangeland protection, forming a unique customary, and public laws.

CONSULTANCY PERIOD**

The consultancy is for a period of 50 days which is expected to start on 25^th January 2016, and the selected consultant are required to quote days required for preparation, field work, analysis of data collected and final editing and reporting. The selected consultant will be expected to travel to the four regions of program implementation, namely, Bari, Mudug, Sool and Sanaag. All international travel, accommodation and meal expenses will be covered by selected consultant, and Adeso will cover local transport while the consultant is doing field work activities. Note that dates might change based on flight schedules to Somalia, and travel might be required over the weekend.

SCOPE OF WORK

In Puntland customary law has played a vital role in the management of natural resources in arid and semi-arid areas across the Horn of Africa. ADESO is seeking the services of a high quality consultant or firm with extensive experiences in customary-based resource management practices to document historical & current rangeland management practices to support enforcement of customary law or recommend customary practices that can be revived to improve the current and future stewardship of rangeland resources in Puntland. The scope of work will broadly involve but is not limited to the following:-

(i) Review and document the Dhahar district’s successful customary law case study and conduct four case studies on traditional/customary law in Bari, Sanaag, Mudug and Sool regions which will form the basis for scaling up these Xeer (customary) based systems to national level legislation.

(ii) Preparation of data collection tools

(iii) Field Data Collection, Analysis and Reporting

(iv) Prepare report and framework for sustainable use of pasture land

In consultation with the NRM team, the MoEWT and other key stakeholders, the consultant will specifically undertake the following tasks:-

Review historical/current documents on rangeland and its management in Puntland or elsewhere under similar agro-ecological zones;

Submit a report covering historical & current rangeland management practices to support the development and implementation of an environmental law in Puntland;

Document local customary laws and how environmental courts could empower local communities to exercise their communal rights in a legal manner and protect their environment from misuse;

Recommend reinstituting community-based rangeland management programs to reduce overgrazing and encourage sustainable use of natural resources.

Visit selected rangelands and conduct situational analysis with relevant stakeholders on:

· current and traditional grazing management practices taking into account the main social, cultural, and indigenous technical knowledge (ITK) factors and their effect on rangeland condition;

· existing conflicts in rangeland utilization and management between different communities/groups;

· Suggest any appropriate measures that are needed to resolve, manage or minimize grazing conflicts, taking into account the capacity development and support needed by the facilitators/mediators.

· Finally, review national acts, policies and strategies that influence rangeland management.

Submit a report identifying traditional custom (xeer)-based strategies (both past and current) used in the management of rangelands and other communal natural resources (water, wildlife etc.), as well as traditional conflict resolution mechanisms;

Finally, the consultancy will present findings in a regional workshop for discussion and feedback by key stakeholder

OUTPUTS

The consultancy will review all relevant existing studies/documents on rangeland management practices in Puntland and other relevant custom-based rangeland management practices. The consultancy will be conducted in close consultation with ministry of Environment, Village Environmental Committees (VECs) local leaders, women, youth and the NRM project staff, and all relevant stakeholders. This will subsequently support Village Environmental Committees to enforce these customary practices in NRM related cases at grassroots level. The outcomes of this process are expected to inform recommendations for better laws, and ultimately the development and implementation of an environmental law in Puntland.

A final report will be prepared and include feedback during the key stakeholders’ presentation as well as any comments from the client. The final report will include the framework for sustainable use of pasture. The report will highlight traditional custom (xeer)-based strategies (both past and current) used in the management of rangelands and other communal natural resources (water, wildlife etc.), as well as traditional conflict resolution mechanisms.

COPYRIGHTAND INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS

In consideration of the fees paid, the Consultant expressly assigns to Adeso any copyright arising from the works the consultant produces while executing this contract.

METHODOLOGY**

The major part of this consultancy will start with a detailed review, and conduct research case studies on traditional/customary law in Bari, Sanaag, Mudug and Sool regions. It will document historical and current rangeland management practices to support enforcement of customary law current rangeland management usage. However, it will be conducted in villages, as the exercise will aim to document the historical practices, as well as start local dialogue about how customary practices can be revived. Moreover, the assignment will also involve extensive community visits to the relevant areas and one-on-one interviews with pastoralists and other key stakeholders.

QUALIFICATION PROFILE

The suitable candidate/consultants should have the minimum of a in Development Studies MSc in Rangeland Management with specialization in rangeland management or a degree in Biodiversity, forestry, biological/agricultural sciences or related fields.

· Minimum 5 years working experience in rangeland management of livestock production and eco-system sustainability in similar (and preferably Somalia, East African) rangeland systems.

· The candidate should also have at least five years of experience in the field of pasture management and livestock keeping in general.

· Minimum 5 years working experience of rangeland policy and strategy development and implementation in similar agro-socio-cultural-economic zones,

· Familiarity with community-based natural resource management approaches and techniques and 5 years of working experience of their application to rangeland.

· Familiarity with natural resource-based community conflict management and mediation techniques and 3 years of working with communities for successful rangeland conflict management.

· Minimum 5 years’ experience in working with national research and extension staff in rangeland management and basic and applied rangeland research.

· Competence to guide research staff in the design of uptake-oriented rangeland research.

· Ability and enthusiasm to work in a team to support and strengthen the NRM initiative.

· Previous experience in Somalia is an added advantage.

· Fluency in spoken and written English is a requirement.

· Physical fitness and willingness to trek to remote rangelands is essential.

COPYRIGHTAND INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS

In consideration of the fees paid, the Consultant expressly assigns to Adeso any copyright arising from the works the consultant produces while executing this contract.

Applications not including all of the above information will not be reviewed. Only short listed candidates will be contacted. All applications should be sent to Adeso at consultancy@adesoafrica.org with the subject line

" Terms of Reference Research on traditional customary law & current rangeland management practices to support enforcement of customary law'' . Applications should be submitted no later than 17th January2016.

Finn Church Aid (FCA) is Finland’s biggest development co-operation organisation and the second biggest organisation in Finland working in humanitarian aid. Finn Church Aid is a member of the ACT Alliance (ACT), an alliance of faith-based development and humanitarian aid organisations forming one of the world’s largest aid organisations.

FCA has been working in Somaliland, Puntland and South Somalia since 2008 mainly supporting and empowering local peace efforts and providing humanitarian aid. Currently, the agency is up-scaling its peace building initiative in South Central Somalia. The main donors for FCA’s Somalia/Somaliland programme are Somalia Stability Fund, European Union and the Government of Finland.

FCA is looking for an

Project Manager – Mogadishu, Somalia

The Project Manager is responsible for the coordination, management, development and representation of FCA EU Funded Project: Strengthening Civil Society Engagement in Political Dialogue and State building processes.

Main duties and responsibilities:

• Be responsible for the overall project management, including planning, budgeting, monitoring, donor reporting and evaluation
• Ensure the technical and financial quality of the project and compliance with FCA and donor guidelines
• Provide skills, guidance and knowledge to project staff
• Capacity building of partner organisations and institutions
• Oversee the monitoring and evaluation activities
• Liaise with the Donor´s representatives, local authorities and other project’s stakeholders as instructed by the CM
• Contribute to the planning of FCA’s new project opportunities
• Coordination with other development actors and local authorities
• Administration and logistic support to the Mogadishu base

Competence and Personal Requirements:

• Strong project management skills
• Relevant experience in fragile context in a medium-level/Senior management position
• Good knowledge of Somalia
• Leadership and teamwork skills
• Fluent English (oral and written)
• University degree on development studies, international relations, or similar field

The fixed-term contract for this position will be made until 31st January 2018. The compensation is based on FCA Compensation System and depends on prior work experience. Monthly salary includes adverse working conditions allowance.

For more information please contact Mr. M. Palma, Country Manager, m.palma(at)kua.fi

Please apply by using the link below no later than on 18 January 2016. Link to the application form.

INTERSOS is a non-profit humanitarian aid organization that works to bring assistance to people affected by natural disasters and conflicts. Established in 1992 with support from the Italian Federation of Trade Unions, its actions are based on the values of solidarity, justice, human dignity, equal rights and opportunities for all people and respect for diversity and coexistence, paying particular attention to the most vulnerable and the unprotected. In Somalia INTERSOS is active since 1992 responding to emergencies that involve IDPs and returnees populations as well as the host community. INTERSOS currently operates in Bay, Bay, Middle Shabelle and Mudug regions of Somalia.

Position overview:
The Child Protection in Emergencies/ Community Engagement Officer will contribute to UNICEF core commitments for children in humanitarian action (5 violence against children and women) will be responsible for leading activities to develop robust community-based child protection systems for vulnerable children and prevention of violence against women and children in INTERSOS areas of operation.

Main responsibilities:

1. Support the establishment and strengthening of child protection and GBV community-based systems
   • Support the CP/GBV PM to conduct research into community-based social norms on child protection and GBV, including alternative care systems and stakeholder mapping;
   • Conduct and supervise training with men and boys, women and girls on social norms change and GBV prevention and response using agreed methodology;
   • Support the establishment and strengthening of self-help groups for informal foster carers, male and female youth, GBV survivors and women’s groups to work on CP and GBV issues;
   • Support community advocates to develop participatory media and other IEC materials to use in the community to raise awareness;
   • Conduct training and follow-up with Teachers, community-based child protection committees and Community-Based Health workers (CHWs).

2. Technical support to improve child protection in emergencies, M&E and project management support
   • Provide technical support for the development and functionality of GBV and CP referral pathways in INTERSOS areas of operation;
   • With the Child Protection/GBV Field Coordinator, support the functioning of a community-based complaints mechanism and safe and confidential system on Sexual Exploitation and Abuse;
   • Supporting the development of contingency and emergency response plans based on the Child Protection Minimum Standards and IASC Guidelines on Integrating GBV in Humanitarian Action with INTERSOS protection department and partners;
   • Ensure all community engagement activities integrate robust M&E, and reports and accountability documentation for community-engagement sessions are completed in a timely manner;
   • Support the collection of Most Significant Change Stories from the community and review them on a quarterly basis with the GBV/CP PM and Field Coordinator to assess broader impact and required project management adjustments to the project;
   • Support the development of success case studies, human interest stories and identification and documentation of good practices on community engagement;
   • Supervise and provide technical support to other CP and GBV officers in each base to support effective community-based social norms change and emergency awareness raising;
   • Any other task as requested by the CP/GBV Field Coordinator and CPor GBV PM Necessary for the project implementation.

Person specification:
 Social worker, Community Development degree or equivalent practical field experience working in Somalia, preferably with a humanitarian organisation;
 Minimum three years experience working on GBV and CP projects;
 Proven experience in participatory training and community engagement is required;
 Gender-sensitive and advocate for women, children and minority rights;
 Experience engaging the community for community-based prevention and response to GBV and CP is required;
 Good cooperation skills and ability to work in a team and with persons from different backgrounds;
 Good problem solving and social skills and creative, to think of alternative solutions;
 Stress-resilient to be able to cope with deadlines and complex problems;
 Strong organizational, communication and report writing skills;
 Computer literate (word and excel);
 Fluency in written and spoken English and Somali;

I, ___(NAME OF STAFF) have read, understood and agree to perform my role and responsibilities in accordance with this terms of reference.

SIGNATURE OF STAFF: __
DATE SIGNED: __

Application process:
Send CV and cover letter to hr.somalia@intersos.org with email heading “Child Protection Community Engagement Officer” COB Tuesday 26 January 2016.

1. Contexte

Madagascar est Etat partie aux principaux instruments juridiques internationaux relatifs aux droits de l’enfant dont :

• la Convention des Nations Unies relative aux droits de l’enfant et ses Protocoles facultatifs concernant la vente d’enfant, la prostitution des enfants et la pornographie mettant en scène des enfants et les conflits armés;

• La Convention des Nations Unies contre la criminalité transnationale organisée;

• Et le Protocole additionnel à la Convention des Nations Unies contre la criminalité transnationale organisée visant à prévenir, réprimer et punir la traite des personnes et plus particulièrement des femmes et des enfants;

  L’engagement du Pays à s’acquitter de ses obligations découlant de ces instruments s’est traduit notamment par la réforme législative, la mise en place de structures nationales et la mise en œuvre de politiques et programmes.

  Ainsi la loi 2007-022 sur le mariage et les régimes matrimoniaux, la loi 2007-023 sur les droits et la protection de l’enfant et la loi 2014-040 sur la traite des personnes ont été promulguées.

  Afin d’assurer la prévention et le suivi des actions sur la lutte contre la traite, la loi n°2014-040 prévoit la mise en place d’un dispositif permanent de lutte contre la traite, dénommé « Bureau National de Lutte contre la Traite des Etres Humains » (BNLTEH). Ce Bureau est effectif conformément au Décret n°2015-269 du 03 mars 2015 et réunit divers acteurs impliqués dans la lutte contre ce fléau et facilite la coordination des acteurs et des actions.

  Enfin, un Plan National de Lutte contre la Traite des Personnes (PNLTP) a été adopté et validé le 05 février 2015. L’adoption de ce plan s’inscrit dans le cadre de la mise en œuvre du Plan National de Développement 2015-2019 adopté par Madagascar conformément à l’Axe stratégique PND1 : « Gouvernance, Etat de Droit, Sécurité, Décentralisation, Démocratie, Solidarité nationale »

  Conformément à son mandat et dans le Cadre du Programme de Coopération 2015-2019 avec le Gouvernement de Madagascar, l’UNICEF continue d’apporter son appui pour le renforcement du Système de Protection de l’Enfant dans le Pays, dont l’appui à la mise en œuvre des activités visées dans le PNLTP, la lutte contre la traite et l’exploitation des enfants ayant été identifiée comme priorité.

  A cet effet, UNICEF fait appel aux services d’un/e consultant/e international/e qui aura pour principale mission d’accompagner le processus de lutte contre la traite des enfants tout en renforçant la collaboration inter agences qui constitue une stratégie importante pour tendre vers une harmonisation accrue des interventions.

• Objectifs de la consultation

• Apporter un appui technique au Bureau National de la Lutte contre la Traite des Etres Humains (BNLTEH) pour le renforcement des capacités des acteurs dans la lutte contre la traite des enfants

• Elaborer les documents requis pour la collaboration inter agences

• Qualifications et compétences requises

  Le/la consultant/e devra avoir les qualifications et compétences suivantes :

  Formation : Titulaire d’un Diplôme d’Études Approfondies ou d’un Master

  Expérience : une expérience professionnelle d’au minimum 8 ans et avoir démontré des compétences suivantes :

• Connaissance approfondie du phénomène de la migration nationale et internationale à Madagascar ;

• Connaissance approfondie des droits de l’enfant en ce compris le droit à la protection ;

• Connaissance approfondie du cadre normatif international relatif aux droits de l’enfant ;

• Expériences avérées dans la conception de guide de facilitateur sur la traite des enfants ;

• Expériences avérées de formation de formateurs ;

• Expériences de travail international dans la lutte contre la traite des personnes ;

• Expériences de travail à Madagascar dans la conduite de Programme de lutte contre la traite de personnes.

• Connaissances approfondies de la protection de l’enfant

  Autres compétences et qualifications :

• grande capacité d’analyse ;

• grande aisance de communication;

• capacité de travailler en équipe ;

• excellente maitrise du français ;

• très bonne capacité de rédaction en français ;

• bonne connaissance de l’anglais ;

• ne pas être de Nationalité Malagasy.

• Supervision et organisation

  Le/la consultant/e travaillera sous la supervision du Chef de la Section Protection de l’enfant

  Il/elle consultera autant que requis le BNLTEH et les différentes agences onusiennes et les autres agences de coopération.

  UNICEF facilitera l’accès aux différents documents nécessaires disponibles

• Lieu et duree

  Lieu de travail : Antananarivo, avec des déplacements dans les régions qui auront été retenues pour les consultations.

  Durée indicative : 6 mois

• Conditions de travail

Un espace de travail sera fourni au consultant au sein de l’UNICEF qui devra utiliser son propre ordinateur.

UNICEF facilitera l’organisation logistique de ses voyages dans le cadre de sa mission dont le cout sera pris en charge par l’UNICEF.

Les formalités et coûts pour l’obtention d’un visa de séjour sont à la charge du consultant. Il en est de même pour l’obtention d’une assurance santé couvrant la période du contrat et prévoyant une couverture en cas d’évacuation sanitaire internationale.

Les candidats intéressés sont priés d’adresser les documents suivants : (i) une lettre de motivation, (ii) un CV détaillé, (iii) une copie de la carte d’identité nationale ou passeport, (iv) une copie du diplôme le plus élevé, (v) une offre financière détaillée et (vi) un formulaire des Nations Unies (P11) dûment rempli (disponible sur http://www.unicef.org/about/employ/files/P11.doc), une OFFRE FINANCIERE en USD Le dossier de candidature est à envoyer à l’attention de la Chargée des Ressources Humaines, UNICEF Antananarivo, Madagascar, uniquement via à l’adresse E-mail: hrantananarivo@unicef.org avec la référence précise :

“15/Consultant International pour la lutte contre la traite des Enfants“**

Tout dossier incomplet ou reçu après le deadline (19 Janvier 2016) ne sera pas considéré

L’UNICEF est un environnement non-fumeur.L’UNICEF est environnement libre de toute discrimination. Les candidatures féminines qualifiées ainsi que celles de personnes qualifiées en situation de handicap sont vivement encouragées.

Pour plus d’information merci de visiter notre site http://www.unicef.org/madagascar emploi

BACKGROUND:

A global leader in humanitarian assistance, the International Rescue Committee works in more than 40 countries offering help and hope to refugees and others uprooted by disaster, conflict and oppression. Following over two decades of periodic interventions in the country’s humanitarian crises, the IRC has consistently been in Somalia since 2007, providing life-saving services such as health care, environmental health and livelihood security projects to displaced persons and vulnerable host communities. Currently, the IRC conducts major activities in its Health, Livelihoods, WASH, Women’s Protection and Empowerment, and Governance sectors across five main regions of Somalia, from the south to the northeast (Puntland). The IRC supports communities in Banadir, Nugaal, Bari, Mudug, and Galgaduud regions through its five field offices, with additional support from its main office in Kenya’s capital, Nairobi.

SCOPE OF WORK:

Under the supervision of the Field Manager, the HR/Admin Assistant will support and be the focal person in various HR and admin functions for IRC Somalia Dhusamareeb field office, such as ensuring adherence to all personnel policies; recruitment, orientation and training for newly recruited staff and overall office administration.

The HR/Admin assistants participates in maintaining and reviewing all administrative and human resource systems and procedures. S/he will ensure uniform compliance with policies and procedures at all sites and provides technical support to all staff.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

• Implementation of policies in Dhusamareeb field office. Assist the FM and the HR/Admin Manager in developing and reviewing policies/ guidelines for further presentation to the DDO/CD
• Ensure proper and adequate understanding of Somalia labor laws and IRC’s obligations and advice the FM on the same
• Manage recruitment process under the field office level including review of CVs and short listing and ensure that all recruitment has passed through reference checks, timely job offer and proper orientations for newly hired staff
• Monitor and ensure the timely preparation and payment of payroll for the IRC staffs & seconded staffs, back pay, severance and other related pays due to staff
• Monitor and ensure that all personnel documents are updated and maintained in the personnel files at the field office
• Ensure all staffs in Dhusamareeb have complete personnel files
• Ensure all employees database is maintained and updated
• Maintain up to date leave records for staff
• Follow up and ensure to conduct exit interviews for exiting national staff and maintain copies on the file
• Monitor and coordinate timely contract renewals, preparation of ID cards, hiring and termination letters
• Overall responsibility for office administration ensuring smooth functioning of the office and portrayal of professionalism- cleanliness, staff attendance, management of visitors
• Follow up timely procurement of office supplies and monitor reconciliation of office supplies with the warehouse report from logistics
• Assist in purchasing and selecting staff gifts, organizing fare well parties etc

REQUIREMENTS:

• University Degree/College diploma in Office Management, Business Administration with focus on human resource management and office administration
• At least 3 years experience with an INGO in similar roles
• Strong organizational skills, ability to operate professionally and at a pace that assists in fast tracking various HR processes and decisions
• Ability to manage demanding workload and problem solving
• Excellent computer skills, especially word, excel and power point
• Excellent in English and Somali both speaking & writing

Full description of this position and application details can be viewed through our website www.rescue.org/careers.

Applications should be received on or before 28^th January 2016

International Allowances are not available for this position

Introduction
Centre for Education and Development (CED), Somalia is a growing non-governmental humanitarian and development organization working in Somalia with a good track record in its humanitarian and development work. CED responds to emergency and development needs in Somalia and assists Somali communities towards self-reliance. CED works with poor local communities through sustainable community development programs to overcome ignorance, hunger, injustice and inequality.

CED is seeking a dynamic, innovative and self-motivated professionals to fill the Project Manager position:

Job Title: Project Manager

Place of Work: Somalia

Reports to: Program Manager

Management responsibility: Project officers

Job Purpose

The Project Manager will be responsible for overseeing and the successful implementation of the Human Rights and Civic Education Project in Somalia. This includes overseeing all project staff in different locations. The PM will ensure that proper project operations are carried out in a timely fashion. This will include planning, coordination, budgeting, project implementation, monitoring, evaluation, Proposal Writing, reporting, communication and team management.
The PM will liaise with and report to the Program Manager and Executive Director on all project, administrative, and regulatory issues. The PM will also report to the Project steering Committee, comprising the Donor, CED and local administration, and, as necessary, collaborate with government officials on matters of mutual interest.

The key responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

1. Ensure the approved project agreements are delivered according to the contractual requirements of the Donor; i.e., all activities and deliverables are completed within the agreed timescale and budget, and any other requirements or criteria are fulfilled as specified in signed agreements.

2. Develop and regularly update detailed six-monthly work plans and budgets with Project Officers to guide project implementation and ensure the project progresses towards completion.

3. Ensure Interim (and other occasional) programmatic reports for donors are prepared as required, ensuring these are of a high quality and submitted to the Program Manager in a timely manner for submission to the donor.

4. Responsible for the production of timely concept papers, proposals and reports for new and ongoing projects according to the organizational strategy.

5. Directly lead, manage, and motivate the Project Officers and other staff under your direct line management. Ensure the staff member has clear job descriptions, work plans and objectives and receives quarterly performance reviews to ensure quality performance.

6. Supervises the work of the project team to ensure proper project implementation.

7. Develop and apply a sound project/program monitoring and evaluation system/tools and ensure that the program progress (activities and outputs), results and immediate objectives (outcomes) and impacts are systematically tracked, documented and shared on the basis of CED and donors’ requirements.

8. Coordinate all assessments, monitoring and evaluation work in close coordination with the Communication and Media Officer & MEAL Officer.

9. Collect and collate all program reports, lessons learned, good practices and success stories in collaboration with the Communication and Reporting Officer and MEAL Officer as well as the program team on regular basis.

10. Monitor and support all project staff in implementing the project. In particular this includes ensuring that appropriate induction, training, and follow-up needs of all project staff are identified and planned for in collaboration with the Program Manager and Human Resource Manager.

11. Work with project staff to identify the technical support needs of the project and ensure this support is provided.

12. Ensures progress is taking place as per the plan and immediately reports any deviation in terms of time, cost, or modification of the objectives of the project.

13. Be fully aware of and participate as required in the development and review of the project’s plans and strategies.

14. Establish protocols for communication and management arrangements CED staff working in the project and other programs.

15. Monitors the project communication and visibility plans in line with the overall communication strategy of the organization and ensures maximum visibility of the Project

16. Ensures the project’s progress is monitored monthly.

17. Monitors budget implementation, compliance and financial reporting to donor.

18. Ensures timely completion of narrative, quantitative and financial reports.

19. Takes corrective actions when needed to ensure effective implementation of the project to reach its goals.

20. Ensures the inclusion and implementation of comprehensive monitoring and evaluation plans in the project and exchanges information with project stakeholders.

21. Builds work environment that encourages team work.

22. Organizes regular monthly meetings for project staff and ensures adequate flow of information within the team.

23. Develops risk management plans as part of the planning process.

24. Ensures adequate documentation of project activities and materials including minutes of meetings, related internal and external correspondences, workshops, trainings and planning sessions.

25. Provides the needed technical approvals for all project procurement according to CED policies and procedures.

26. Submit periodic progress reports, to include accurate number of beneficiaries, along with adequate analyses, recommendations and lessons learned.

27. Conducts regular monitoring visits to the project locations.

28. Organizes field visits for donors to project activities and prepares programmatic and logistical support as needed.

29. Prepares monthly schedule and work plan

30. Represents CED in events, meetings and conferences as required.

31. Identifies new partners/donors with International Organizations & manages existing partners.

32. Meets regularly with donor staff and community leaders, regional & district authorities to discuss program improvement and communicate relevant information to the Executive Director

33. Carryout other assignments as requested by the Program Manager and Executive Director.

Person Specification

Essential:
• Master’s degree in a related field (education, Human Rights, Governance, social sciences, etc.)
• At least 5 years’ experience in Project Management.
• At least two years experience of managing large donor grants, preferably experience of managing EC grants.
• Experience and knowledge of civic education and human rights
• Has relevant knowledge and understanding of International donor requirements
• Experience with developing clear work plans as well as monitoring and overseeing project implementation.
• Experience managing large teams of project staff and local communities.
• Experience in writing projects proposals and reports
• Exceptional communication skills
• Excellent networking skills with the ability to liaise well with a wide range of individuals.
• Excellent information technology knowledge and use of EXCEL and WORD software.
• Proven leadership, mentoring, teamwork, delegation, partnering skills
• Excellent communication (written and verbal) skills.
• Fluent in English (written and verbal).
• Excellent training / facilitation and capacity building skills.
• Excellent negotiation and problem solving skills
• Good team management skills
• Good planning and analytical capacities
• Good Research skills
• Able to sit at a computer for extended periods of time
• Ability to travel frequently to project sites.
• Ability to work under pressure and extreme time constraints.
• Excellent communication and supervisory skills.

Desirable:
• Work experience in Somalia and conflict affected regions of Africa.

Contract Duration: one year, with possibility of extension.

If you meet one of a.m the criteria herein please submit your application and detailed CV. Each applicant package will include the following:
 Cover letter explaining why consider yourself qualified for this position with the applicants current contact information
 CV including work experience and education
 Copies of Certificates
 Your contact number, present salary and contact details for three professional referees with their complete contact information (including current or most recent supervisor)

All applications should be sent to (email: recruitment.ced@gmail.com)Att: Human Resource Department with the subject of the e-mail marked “Project Manager” By January 31th 2016.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted and invited for interviews.
CED is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified female candidates are encouraged to apply.

Background

Centre for Education and Development (CED), Somalia is a non-governmental humanitarian and development organization working in Somalia. CED responds to emergency and development needs in Somalia and assists Somali communities towards self-reliance. CED works with poor local communities through sustainable community development programs to overcome ignorance, hunger, injustice and inequality.

CED is seeking a dynamic, innovative and self-motivated professional to fill the position of Communications and Media Officer

Job Title: Communications and Media Officer

Location: Based in Mogadishu with frequent travel to the projects sites in Somalia and
Kenya.

Reports to: Program Manager

Contract length: One year with the possibility of extension.

Job Summary

Under the overall and supervision of CED Program Manager, the Communications and Media Officer will be responsible the collection and dissemination of information and communication strategy of the program, advocacy activities, donor liaising and fund-raising to ensure broader internal and external understanding of the work being done under the projects. He/she will represent CED in the UN, EU and international agencies meetings in Somalia and Kenya. He/she will make presentations and submit CED activities and achievement to all concerned partners and donors. He/she will manage the delivery of high quality media coverage of CED's programs. A communications and media officer compiles program reports and ensure that they are communicated appropriately in line with different projects implementation mandate.

Responsibilities

1. Represent CED in meetings of the UN Clusters, International Agencies, donors and other technical and coordination meetings on behalf of CED.
2. Assist CED in advocacy, lobbying, and campaigns, project funding and fund-raising.
3. Develop organisational communication strategy plan
4. Develop and implement the CED’s different projects communication and visibility plans in line with the overall communication strategy of the organization.
5. Prepare and design high quality concept papers, project proposals for humanitarian and development program interventions and seek and identify sources of funding for new programs.
6. Prepare regular daily updates, weekly field reports, narrative progress reports, monthly reports, monthly updates, quarterly, reports and yearly organizations reports.
7. The communication and media officer will analyze needs in the different projects implementation areas and identify levels of communication
8. Prepare a communication matrix specifying different levels of information needs to be communicated to different stakeholders (Community, Local community institutions, Local administration, CED internal communication and the public through the media)
9. Work with Project Managers in planning and organizing community trainings and events and ensure correct messaging in the publicity materials
10. Coordinate with local authorities for trainings and events both within CED and externally with stakeholders for training sessions and other outreach initiatives related to the project.
11. Serve as a focal person for logistics of trainings and events with support to all projects team and ensure that every training or event has prepared the relevant communication materials.
12. Oversee logistics, administration and liaison with local authorities on any training or event related to the projects.
13. Assist in the production of a stakeholders’ database. Maintain an updated mailing list for CED’s communication materials related to the project and ensure timely dispatch of human rights reports or updates
14. Maintain a log of all communications and materials shared with different stakeholders for reference in future and also to guide in reporting
15. Coordinate with the local media (print and audiovisual) to report on CEDs work and also planning for documentaries
16. Continuously document audio visual materials that will constitute video documentation of all projects work in the entire duration of implementation
17. Provide photography assistance during trainings and events.
18. Lead the training team in event management including installation of publicity material, venue setup, registration desks etc.
19. Work on documentaries and recordings and assist in logistics of documentary equipment during field visits.
20. Write up and documenting case stories, reports, newsletters and other relevant documentations required to support stakeholders and report to donors.
21. Maintain schedules of programs, events and publications and report accordingly
22. With input from the program team, produce high quality and easy to read quarterly and annual progress reports for CED program management and other stakeholders.
23. Prepare project fact sheets and distribute them during the events with a view of sharing CED project activities with other stakeholders.
24. Provide high quality editing and formatting for all projects related activities.
25. With approval from the ED upload the success of the projects on the organization website while updating the same as the projects progresses towards completion.
26. Intensify and maintain a steady flow of information on the project to the Senior Management team (PM, ED, Management Team) , donors and development partners.
27. Manage the production of range of information such as publications, leaflets, brochures, DVDs, videos reports etc in order to help CED to carry out effective programs interventions.
28. Redevelop/redesign and continuously update CED website to ensure maximum effectiveness.
29. Produce and disseminate articles, briefings, newsletters, brochures, fact sheets, short videos, press releases, short human interest stories, photographs, and other publication materials about CED activities to a wide variety of media including local and external media, donors, CED website, face book posts and other social media and variety of websites.
30. Use photography and videography to capture project activities and create high quality project communication materials in digital and hardcopy form.
31. Collect case studies, short human-interest stories, success stories, interviews, photographs, videos from the programs as appropriate.
32. Liaise with the local and international media on issues of CED humanitarian and development interventions.
33. Prepare program visits and support partners, media and the other visitors to visit and monitor CED programs.
34. Work with partners/organizations/community representatives, local authorities and help CED to strengthen collaboration and information sharing between CED and other organizations.
35. Work closely with CED field office and contribute to the development of field information management.
36. Share information and learning from experience in Somalia with relevant partner organizations.
37. Facilitates the communication and coordination with in CED sections and follow of information.
38. Responsible for all matters related to public relations.
39. Translates the main events daily news papers in to English & Arabic (daily headlines)
40. Responsible for the preparation of the minutes of CED Program, weekly, monthly, quarterly and Extra-ordinary meetings.
41. Develop and maintain up-to-date context analysis and risk assessment analysis of the context and developments in relation to the security situation.
42. Maintain close contacts with all relevant stakeholders to develop a network and build relationships with key actors to ensure gathering of reliable security information.
43. Ensure that all staff and visitors receive appropriate briefing.
44. Ensure that an appropriate system is in place to provide security information to travellers in advance of their departure.
45. Provide timely and sound advice to ED, Program Manager and Project Managers and staff on communication, public relations and fundraising matters.
46. At all times, the communications and media officer will ensure that information communicated does not have negative impact on the projects implementation or risk the security of the project staff. In all cases, information communicated externally must first be authenticated and signed off by the Executive Director, CED.
47. Any other duty assigned by CED Executive Director, Program Manager & Project Managers from time to time.

Qualifications

1. A University degree in communication, political sciences, journalism, human rights, or other relevant field in communication.
2. Minimum of 5 years proven work experience in media, communications or related field.
3. Previous experience in working with NGOs and Donors particularly in the area of fundraising, advocacy, communication and information management.
4. Proven experience in the use of social media outlets.
5. Experience in photography and video recording.
6. Knowledge of human rights and law would be an asset.
7. Experience of producing high quality written and audio-visual materials including experience in using relevant editing software.
8. Strong experience in communication, fund-raising and partnerships strategies.
9. Excellent communication skills(writing and speaking) in English.
10. Excellent networking and negotiation skills
11. Good understanding of gender mainstreaming.
12. Risk management skills
13. Good information management and analyses of information.

Expected qualities/ other duties
• Innovative, team player and exceptional communication skills
• Confidentially
• Consultative and good listener
• Excellent negotiation and problem solving skills
• Results oriented and strong analytical skills
• Good planning and analytical capacities
• Good Research skills
• Ability and willingness to travel frequently in difficult circumstances to CED project sites in Somalia.
• Ability to work effectively under extreme conditions and under pressure.
• Flexibility and patience required

Languages

Fluency in English. Knowledge of Somali is an advantage.

If you are interested and meet the criteria herein please submit your motivation letter and detailed CV. Each applicant package will include the following:

1. Motivation letter explaining why consider yourself qualified for this position with the applicants current contact information
2. CV including work experience and education
3. Copies of Certificates
4. Your contact number, present salary and contact details for three professional referees with their complete contact information (including current or most recent supervisor)

All applications should be sent to (email: recruitment.ced@gmail.com) Att: Human Resource Department with the subject of the e-mail marked “Communications and Media Officer ” By January 31th 2016. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will have their applications acknowledged.

CED is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified female candidates are encouraged to apply.

Background:

The International Rescue Committee has been working in Somalia since 2006, providing essential services to conflict and disaster affected communities. The IRC has been operational in Central Somalia (Mudug and Galgadud regions), Puntland and Mogadishu implementing interventions in the areas of livelihood, WASH and health reaching out to more than 200,000 conflict and drought affected people.

Summary of Responsibilities:

Under direct supervision of Deputy Director of Operations, the Field Manager will play a pivotal role in managing the IRC Dhusamareeb field office. The position holder will ensure quality office administration, security management, managing field trips of the program staff and maintain close working relationship with relevant authority and other actors such as INGOs and UN agencies. The position will contribute to program assessments undertaken by IRC in Galgaduud region from time to time, monitor humanitarian and security trends and represent the IRC in relevant coordination forums.

Key parameters for success for the role include- flexibility, pro-activeness and problem solving, facilitating team work, cost effectiveness and seeking and providing clarity to program and operations teams.

Specific responsibilities

A.Operations

• Work with the field team and the senior management team for IRC Somalia in achievement of the country program strategic plan and priorities identified therein.
• Ensure compliance of all IRC policies. Orient and train the supply chain staff at Dhusamareeb office site and ensure all activities are implemented in line with the IRC supply chain guidelines and policies.
• Line manage about 5 staff and provide quality overview HR management support to all staff in the office- ensuring that recruitment, orientation, staff management issues are dealt with in line with the IRC organisational policies and guidelines. Make sure that documentation for all HR management issues are in place. Work closely with the HR team at the Nairobi office in performance of various HR functions
• Encourage and participate in staff development initiatives for the office.
• Provide close oversight to the operations component of the program including management of the vehicles, logistics and procurement of materials, store management and IT functions
• Ensure that staff prepare monthly and weekly travel plans and coordinate efficient movement ensuring adequate security
• Ensure efficient visitor management to the Dhusamareeb office including booking of hotels, airstrip pick up, security and organizing external meetings.
• Follow up timely procurement of office supplies and monitor reconciliation of office supplies with the warehouse report from logistics
• Liaise with finance staff to ensure support to both programs and operations teams in the field office.
• Ensure program staff receive adequate and timely operational and financial support
• Ensure adequate support and communication to operation staff in the office and community stakeholders to prevent any form of misunderstanding that could negatively impact the planned operations of the IRC in the supported communities.
• Work closely with the Deputy Director of Operations to review and analyse systems and procedures to ensure effective and efficient delivery of support functions.
• Provide a key in-field oversight role ensuring that mandatory checks are carried out, and analyse, and detect any potential sources of financial/material risk in IRCs operations. Take mitigative actions against the identified risks.
• Build a strong team at Dhusamareeb by working with the staff at Dhusamareeb office as well as taking advantage of any team building efforts underway at the country level.
• Prepare monthly reports on activities of the office highlighting achievements, areas of support needed and Projects priorities.
• Review and provide guidance in the development and maintenance of an operational budget for the field office which fully reflects the changing needs of the office. Work with Grants and finance teams in Nairobi and field office staff to ensure that these needs are met in present and future budgeting activities.
• Review operational support staffing structure on a quarterly basis and submit your recommendation to the Deputy Director of Operations for action.
• Enforce discipline among staff and ensure proper documentation and compliance with IRC policies and procedures.
• Enforce compliance with IRC logistics, finance and administration policies and procedures. This includes but not limited to organizing at least three sessions per year to orient and update staff on policies and procedures.
• Promote team work and instill a good working environment in the field office.
• Enforce discipline among staff and ensure proper documentation and compliance with IRC policies and procedures

B.Programs

• Facilitate a good working relationship between the Sector coordinators/ managers for different sectors and respective program teams at the field office.
• Line manage the Program Manager/Officer for the Dhusamareeb office (to whom the field program team leads report) and ensure that strong and facilitative linkages are built with sector coordinators.
• Work closely with the Deputy Director for Programs for Somalia, Finance and Grants team members in ensuring that all planned activities are implemented at the field site and any concerns/ risks are addressed
• Ensure that the budget spending rates are in line with project work plans and the program and supply chain staff plan and submit PRs, work-plans and other necessary documentation in good time.
• Actively seek input from program personnel on how systems and support functions can be improved with program results in mind.
• Ensure adequate support and communication to program staff in the field locations for them to be updated on all relevant changes to policies
• Monitor the work-plans of each program and raise over-laps or operational constraints
• Help with and encourage program planning. Participate in Grant opening and closing meetings as well as grant mid-point review meetings
• Provide guidance to program staff on implementation of projects including regular field visits.
• Take lead in IRC program expansion plan and identification of new areas of intervention depending on fund availability and donor interest.
• Make sure that clan diversity and fair and equal distribution of IRC resources to different communities and that target locations are selected on the basis of need.

C.Staff Safety and Security Management

• Act as the security focal point for the Dhusamareeb field office and communicate issues promptly as they are observed for necessary guidance and support from the Deputy Director of Operations and Country Director.
• Ensure development and implementation of the standard operations procedures for the office and train staff on the same
• Complete incident report forms as necessary and encourage all staff to fill in the form should there be any security incident that he/she is aware of.
• Review safety and security issues at field sites, compiling recommendations for Deputy Director of Operations and Security coordinator.
• Communicate changes in the security situation to the Deputy Director of Operations, Security Coordinator and CD in a timely manner.
• Provide weekly security updates to the Deputy Director of Operations and Security Coordinator highlighting impact on IRC’s work and remedial actions.
• Recommend and implement security enhancement measures for IRC Dhusamareeb Office/Guest house compound.
• Monitor security/ political development in the region and its surroundings and inform Deputy Director of Operations on weekly basis about any security changes in the areas of operation.
• Brief all visitors proper security and safety procedures in a timely fashion upon arrival and are briefed on specific site security before departure on field trips.
• Together with the Security Coordinator, identify security and training needs of the field team and ensure that staff attend necessary trainings.
• Responsible for ensuring that Security Guidelines are in place and implemented and adhered to by the field staff.
• Responsible for maintaining continuing awareness of prevailing local security conditions, identifying probable threats and risks and advice program managers/coordinators and staff on all security related matters.
• Conduct regular security and risk assessments, security management reviews and brief national and international staff on changes in security situation, security policy and security operational guidelines.
• In crisis, is responsible and authorized to re-assess security strategies and increase security levels without prior consultation.
• Inform the Country Director (CD) or DDO and Security Coordinator of any security alert, incidents, any changes in the region and its surroundings.

D.External representation and networking

• Represent the IRC to local government authorities and line ministries, donors, visitors, and partners
• Act as the focal point for the IRC office Dhusamareeb of Galgaddud region.
• Coordinate closely with the community leaders at various locations in Galgaduud region and make sure to establish good working relationship with them
• Work with the program team to identify potential partners- local NGOs, INGOs, private partners and local authorities
• Build relationships with the local Administration and Line Ministries and stay abreast of ongoing Administrative processes that impact IRC Programs
• Attend meetings organized by consortium, inter-agencies, UN and local authorities on behalf of IRC.

Qualifications

• At least 5-7 years of relevant experience working with a I/NGO in Somalia in a field office leadership role
• Exposure and experience in various operations, finance, security and HR/ Admin systems and processes of international organizations
• Strong skill set around organizing, operational management, representation and supervising staff
• Ability to manage demanding workload and creative approach to problem solving
• Excellent computer skills, especially word, internet, excel and power point
• Skills in English and Somali- both speaking & writing
• Ability and willingness to work and travel within Galgaduud region.
• University Degree/ in the areas of social studies/ sciences and Business Administration.

Full description of this position and application details can be viewed through our website www.rescue.org/careers.

Applications should be received on or before 28^th January 2016

International Allowances are not available for this position

INTERSOS is a non-profit humanitarian aid organization that works to bring assistance to people affected by natural disasters and conflicts. Established in 1992 with support from the Italian Federation of Trade Unions, its actions are based on the values of solidarity, justice, human dignity, equal rights and opportunities for all people and respect for diversity and coexistence, paying particular attention to the most vulnerable and the unprotected. In Somalia INTERSOS is active since 1992 responding to emergencies that involve IDPs and returnees populations as well as the host community. INTERSOS currently operates in Bay, Bay, Middle Shabelle and Mudug regions of Somalia.

Position overview:
The CP/IDTR Capacity Building Officer will contribute to UNICEF core commitments for children in humanitarian action (4 UASC and 6 PSS). The position is responsible for building capacity for CP/IDTR officer and case workers on case management, basic emotional support for UASC and their care givers, as well as improving support and follow-up for children and caregivers in informal foster families through case workers and community-based approaches.

Main responsibilities:

1. CP/IDTR team and referral partners training and mentoring on IDTR, case management, PSS and working with caregivers
   • Develop and conduct training and mentoring for INTERSOS CP/IDTR staff on CP basics, protection principles including child-centered approach and adherence to INTERSOS code of conduct, child protection, PSEA and data protection policy;
   • Develop and conduct training, mentoring and regular competency review with the CP PM and CP/IDTR Field Coordinator on IDTR case managementfor INTERSOS and partners including:
   a. Create a climate of trust and care;
   b. Introduction, Consent procedure
   c. Rapid case assessment;
   d. Comprehensive best interest assessment, case action planning and implementation;
   e. Case follow up & Review;
   f. Preferred durable solution in discussion with the child and caregiver;
   g. Case closure;
   h. Final follow up (confirm the sustainability of preferred durable solution).
   • Conduct training, mentoring and regular competency review with the CP PM, GBV&CP capacity building officer and Field Coordinator for INTERSOS and partners case workers and officers on psycho social support (MHPSS levels 2 and 3);
   • Ensure that case workers are providing comprehensive information on services available to the client, maintain coordination with service provider focal points, and ensure accompaniment and referral to service adhering to referral SOPs and “need to know” principle; in a child centred approach with elements of local community mechanism in response to child protection (including CBOs);
   • Support the review of IEC materials and train the team in coherent, integrated approaches to establish community-based child protection and GBV reduction systems with the community;
   • Participate in INTERSOS case management meetings, when required and support the establishment of both internal and external Best Interest Determination (BID) panels;
   • Support the Database officer and field CP teams to develop robust data protection systems, review on a quarterly basis for each base and address any gaps or challenges. Immediately flag any breaches in data protection procedures to the Database Officer and GBV/CP Field Coordinator;
   • Support the CP/IDTR Field Coordinator to conduct training with formal and informal authorities on CP issues to contribute to project outcomes.

2. Technical support to create community-based approach for child protection and alternative caremechanisms
   • Develop and conduct training with the CP/IDTR Field Coordinator and CP PM for INTERSOS staff and partners to engage formal and informal authorities, community-based child protection mechanisms and community focal points for clan tracing;
   • Provide technical advice for INTERSOS CP teams and partners on effective community-based mechanisms for supporting informal foster families and other alternative care;
   • Support the establishment of peer support networks for UASC and informal foster families.

3. Monitoring and evaluation of activities and project management support
   • Ensure all training have pre and post-test and evaluation, and reports and accountability documentation for training mentoring sessions are completed in a timely manner;
   • Support review of community-based child protection mechanisms and functionality of IDTR referral according to the agreed community-based approach to child protection and alternative care support;
   • Support the development of success case studies, human interest stories and identification and documentation of good practices among the CP team;
   • Report immediately any breaches in data protection, conduct of conduct and other issues that will affect accountability, INTERSOS reputation and achievement of project outputs and outcomes;
   • Any other task as requested by the CP/IDTR Field Coordinator and CP PM necessary for the project implementation.

Person specification:
 Social worker, Community Development or equivalent practical field experience working in Somalia, preferably with a humanitarian organisation;
 Minimum three years experience in IDTR and child protection case management and working with informal alternative care providers;
 Proven experience in participatory training is required, with good interpersonal skills to work effectively with INTERSOS staff and partner;
 Gender-sensitive and advocate for women, children and minority rights;
 Experience in psycho social support, case management and alternative care for children is required;
 Experience conducting BID panels and BIA;
 Good cooperation skills and ability to work in a team;
 Good problem solving and social skills and creative, to think of alternative solutions;
 Stress-resilient to be able to cope with deadlines and complex problems;
 Strong organizational, communication and report writing skills;
 Computer literate (word and excel);
 Fluency in written and spoken English and Somali;
 Willing to work extra hours and available at the weekend for emergency cases.

I, ___(NAME OF STAFF) have read, understood and agree to perform my role and responsibilities in accordance with this terms of reference.

SIGNATURE OF STAFF: __
DATE SIGNED: __

Application process:
Send CV and cover letter to hr.somalia@intersos.org with email heading “Child Protection/IDTR Capacity Building Officer” COB Tuesday 26 January 2016.

ABOUT CED
Center for Education and Development (CED), Somalia is a non-governmental humanitarian and development organization working in Somalia. CED responses emergency and development needs in Somalia and assists the Somali communities towards self-reliance. CED works with poor local communities through sustainable community development programs to overcome ignorance, hunger, injustice and inequality.

CED is looking for a qualified and committed individual to join CED team as MEAL Officer.
Location: Mogadishu, Somalia

JOB TITLE : MEAL Officer
REPORTS TO : Program Manager

JOB SUMMARY :
Under the direct supervision of the Program Manager, the MEAL officer will be responsible for designing, developing, implementing and coordination of the CED’s M & E framework & systems. The MEAL Officer will also work closely with the Project Managers, Communication and Reporting Officer and the Program team as well. The MEAL Officer will be based in Mogadishu, Somalia with frequent travel to the project sites in Somalia.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Programming/Planning This involves:

1. Initiate and coordinate planning activities
   • Assist in the development of CED’s program vision /strategy / plan for Somalia
   • Develop and maintain a database of projects for the organization with key information and statistics
   • Create effective advocacy strategies.

2. Conceptualize, design and develop projects This involves:
   • Coordinate field needs assessment and analyze assessment results in coordination with program personnel
   • Collate and compile data and statistics by sector, on beneficiaries, project locations and impacts
   • Work in conjunction with the Program Manager, Project Managers, Program Officers ,and Field Officers and contribute to the development of proposals in new sectors.
   • Review follow-on projects proposals for the entry point sectors and new sector interventions.

3. Monitor and evaluate project implementation This involves:
   • Develop and strengthen monitoring, evaluation and feedback tools/systems
   • Design and Develop a monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning approach in support of the projects and overall programs of CED Somalia.
   • Design and development of program/project log frames theories and change and any other accountability M&E frameworks and formats demanded by the donors and ensure CED's commitments to donors and other stakeholders are aligned with organizations internal M&E systems.
   • Participate in regular project reviews
   • Ensure adherence to donors and CED regulations /rules, including reporting requirements
   • Coordinate with field Project Officers to ensure regular field visits to project sites and data collection.
   • Ensure effective project monitoring
   • Attend community meetings and visiting the field regularly
   • Maintain filing systems for projects
   • Monitor the implementation of the work plan and project activities through collection and analyses of qualitative and quantitative date and ensure that they are implemented according to work plans and agreed schedules.
   • Prepare briefing notes for CED management on progress of the work plan and contribute to analyses as to causes behind the differences between planned and actual achievements.
   • Work with external consultants in arranging interviews and field data collection during periodic monitoring and evaluation of the project
   • Leading monitoring and evaluation teams and conducting assessment, design and planning, development of methodology of tools, data analyses, report writing with constructive recommendations.
   • Serve as a focal point on progress review, monitoring, evaluations etc
   • Prepares concept notes and project proposals.
   • Prepare a monthly, progress reports, quarterly, annual reports, and other reporting requirements.
   • Collect and analyze baseline data and the production of assessment reports.
   • Filing of project outputs and keeping record and minutes of the meetings.
   • Prepare promotional material on the projects, including pamphlets, newsletters, articles, project fact sheets, Brochures and other publications.
   • Ensure projects visibility by developing short write ups for websites, messages for donors and other social media spaces.
   • Assuring the compilation/documentation of program related information, processes, lessons learned, case studies and success stories of the project.
   • Documenting life success stories from the different actors involved in the projects.
   • Monitor project activities and ensure that they are implemented according to work plans and agreed schedules.
   • Develop periodic assessment and reporting templates and guidelines
   • Develop tools for evaluation and impact assessments of projects.
   • Take lead in undertaking situation and stakeholder analysis, reviews, baseline studies, monitoring and evaluation and impact assessments of CED’s programs and projects.
   • Ensure feedback of MEALS results for decision making processes in CED at policy, program and projects levels and ensure follow up on all matters which require decisions and corrective actions.
   • Building the capacity of CED staff in developing, using and maintaining M &E systems by providing technical support, training and guidance, coaching and mentoring for effective program/projects implementation.
   • Assist the program staff to proactively use M&E information.
   • Carry out any other duties as requested by the Line supervisor and Executive Director.

4. Assist in implementation of new sectoral interventions This involves:
   • Advice on needs assessments for new situations as required.
   • Assist in project baseline studies as requested by the Program Managers and help in reviewing draft reports submitted by consultants
   • Provide technical assistance in project planning, assisting programs in translating operational plan into actions, defining work priorities and performance through participatory mentoring and onsite visits as needed and requested by project coordinator

5. Finance This involves:
   • Participate in identifying sources of funding for new program initiatives to expand donor base
   • Participate in project budget development and review
   • Track project burn-rates and provide communication to project coordinators

6. Others This involves:
   • Participate in core management team activities
   • Represent the CED in coordination meetings and any other meetings as requested
   • Perform other responsibilities as agreed with the immediate supervisor
   • Providing regular feedback to CED Program Manager, and Executive Director.
   • Assist in the documentation in project meetings/workshops.
   • Support in the development of promotional materials, project stories quarterly reports.
   • Represent the organization in coordination meetings at the field level.

Language Skills

Fluency in English required, written and oral.

Qualifications and Experience

1. Masters degree in either Statistics, Economics, Population Studies, Development Studies, Monitoring and Evaluation, Project Management or other relevant field.
2. At least 5 Years relevant experience of Monitoring and Evaluation.
3. Work experience in Human Rights issues, food security, livelihood, health & nutrition, WASH, education, community driven development projects and recovery programs.
4. Demonstrated experience in developing assessment tools(e.g. questionnaire, focus group discussions).
5. Competency in the use of statistical packages like Excel, SPSS, STATA, Mutlab and Epi-Info.
6. Strong understanding of the Logical Framework Analysis (LFA) as well as capacity to develop and analyze problem and make strategic decision.
7. Demonstrated experience in managing data bases, and knowledge in data analyses.
8. Strong ability to work with team and work independently and meet tight deadlines.
9. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, teamwork, flexibility, innovation and leadership skills.
10. Previous experience in Somalia is an asset
11. Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages. experience in handing web based management systems.

General Skills

1. Resourceful and confidentiality
2. Excellent good proposal and report writing skills
3. Exceptional communication skills
4. Excellent training / facilitation and capacity building skills.
5. Excellent negotiation and problem solving skills5.
6. Good team management skills
7. Good planning and analytical capacities
8. Good Research skills
9. Ability to work under pressure and extreme time constraints.
10. Excellent communication and supervisory skills.

If you meet the criteria herein please submit your application and detailed CV. Each applicant package will include the following:

1. Cover letter explaining why consider yourself qualified for this position with the applicants current contact information
2. CV including work experience and education
3. Copies of Certificates
4. Your contact number, present salary and contact details for three professional referees with their complete contact information (including current or most recent supervisor)

All applications should be sent to (email: recruitment.ced@gmail.com)Att: Human Resource Department with the subject of the e-mail marked “MEAL Officer” By January 31th 2016.
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted and invited for interviews.
CED is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified female candidates are encouraged to apply.

Background on CED

Centre for Education and Development (CED), Somalia is a non-governmental humanitarian and development organization working in Somalia. CED responds to emergency and development needs in Somalia and assists Somali communities towards self-reliance. CED works with poor local communities through sustainable community development programs to overcome ignorance, hunger, injustice and inequality

CED is seeking a dynamic, innovative and self-motivated professional to fill the position of Fundraising and communications Manager.

Contract Type: International (with competitive salary and benefits)
Location - Nairobi with frequent travel to Somalia
Start date: ASAP for 1 year with the possibility of extension

Purpose of the job

The Fundraising and Communications Manager is required to set up, launch and manage fundraising strategy & program. The Fundraising and Communications Manager will be responsible for establishing funding strategy, liaising with donors, donor research, monitor the funding requirements of the organisation and identify and develop new sources of income and suitable donors in order to maximise external funding for programs. Primary responsibilities include the institutional fundraising and resource development; external communications; advocacy; cultivating and maintaining relationships with partner agencies, donors and other stakeholders; participating in the representation of the organization in various arenas; and serving as member of the Management Team of CED.

The position will report to CED Executive Director and will be based in Nairobi, Kenya with frequent travel to Somalia.

Key responsibilities:

1. Develop, implement and review comprehensive fundraising strategies and plans to ensure clear and achievable fundraising objectives; and positive and effective relationships with the donors.
2. Ensure that the fundraising strategy of CED is adequately diversified and includes tactics in specific areas such as major donors; web based giving, foundations, corporate support, etc.
3. Research and identify new donors and opportunities for fundraising with institutional donors and private foundations and support the development of funding relations.
4. Develop and manage successful relationship with existing and potential donors.
5. Provide regular reporting on the progress of fundraising plan and budget.
6. Identify and develop opportunities to increase income and improve cost efficiency on an ongoing bases.
7. Advise the Executive Director on new funding opportunities and develop high quality concept papers and proposals for submission to donors.
8. Work with CED senior staff to ensure a strong, consistent advocacy voice in a variety of strategic settings (Inter agencies, NGOs, Clusters, etc.) to advance CED’s issue areas and to develop business opportunities.
9. Participate in and Represent CED in donor and other external meetings, UN Clusters, International Agencies, donors and other technical and coordination meetings on behalf of CED.
10. Assist CED in advocacy, lobbying, policy and campaigns, project funding, fund-raising and donor compliance.
11. Prepare and design high quality concept papers, project proposals and identify sources of funding for new programs.
12. Provide a quality check by evaluating concept notes and proposals on consistency, completeness, presentation, relevance to the donor and on the correct compliance with the donor’s demands. To assist if needed in drafting and editing project/programme proposals in coordination with progamme staff;
13. Advise and provide guidance, including (on-the-job) training to program staff on the process of developing high quality project proposals, resource mobilisation and report writing that are relevant to CED and to the donor and meet its requirements;
14. Collect, manage, analyse and present information in order to meet the donor requirements as a grant is obtained as well as to give inputs to the CED management cycle and any other demand for information (i.e. for CED news bulletin).
15. Disseminate information to CED senior management on funding opportunities and donor compliance.
16. Ensure systems are in place to manage donor relations including narrative and financial reporting and marketing database.
17. Ensure collection of information, synthesis and production of good fundraising and advocacy materials aiming at promoting CED’s work to the donors
18. Work with the Communications and Media officer to ensure production of wide range of information such as reports, newsletters, website, publications, leaflets, DVDs, videos reports etc in order to help CED to carry out effective fund raising and advocacy activities.
19. Work with local and international media to raise CED's profile in local and international media in order to support fundraising actions.
20. Support the advancement of CED mission through the nurturing of existing relationships associated with current Programs and through the establishment and strengthening of new partnerships to enhance the role of CED in humanitarian relief and development work
21. Participate as appropriate in the representation of CED in varies forms such as national and international conferences, partner and donor agency meetings, etc.
22. Make presentations to select potential major donors and establish and maintain excellent relations with key donors.
23. Serve effectively as a member of the Management Team, communicating and consulting on personnel, programmatic, financial and other issues related to Program development and management
24. Establish a comprehensive and timely reporting schedule across the organization to anchor communications, fund-raising, and advocacy strategies.
25. Undertake appropriate domestic or international travel to accomplish the responsibilities of the position.

Required Skills and experience

1. Advanced University degree in communications, public relations international development, humanitarian affairs, international relations, social or political science or other relevant area.
2. At least 5 years proven experience in communications and fundraising.
3. Experience of fundraising in civil society/International and Local NGO
4. Experience of project design, project management cycle, participatory appraisal techniques, and financial and budget management.
5. Proven track record of securing donor funds and managing donor relationships.
6. Considerable experience on writing high quality concept notes, proposals and reports and ability to deliver presentations to potential funders.
7. Relationship building and Networking skills
8. Strong experience in fund-raising and partnerships strategies.
9. Experience in raising institutional funding.
10. Experience in planning budgets
11. Good information management and analyses of information.

Languages

Fluency in written and spoken English is essential.

General Skills

1. Leadership and motivation skills
2. Excellent written and verbal communications skills with the ability to sell ideas and negotiate.
3. Proficiency in the use of computer software, especially Microsoft office.
4. Excellent organizational skills and the ability to prioritize workloads effectively to meet tight deadlines
5. Excellent problem solving skills
6. Strong planning and analytical skills
7. Excellent team player
8. Good Research skills

To apply for the post please submit your application and detailed CV. Each applicant package will include the following:

1. Cover letter explaining why consider yourself qualified for this position with the applicants current contact information
2. CV including work experience and education
3. Copies of Certificates
4. Your contact number, present salary and contact details for three professional referees with their complete contact information (including current or most recent supervisor)

All applications should be sent to (email: recruitment.ced@gmail.com) Att: Human Resource Department with the subject of the e-mail marked “Fundraising and Communications Manager ” By January 31th 2016.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted and invited for interviews.
CED is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified female candidates are encouraged to apply.

Background on CED.

Centre for Education and Development (CED), Somalia is a non-governmental humanitarian and development organization working in Somalia. CED responds to emergency and development needs in Somalia and assists Somali communities towards self-reliance. CED works with poor local communities through sustainable community development programs to overcome ignorance, hunger, injustice and inequality.

CED is seeking a dynamic, innovative and self-motivated professional to fill the position of Human Rights Protection Officer.

Job Title : Human Rights Protection Officer - Full Time

Location : Mogadishu, Somalia with frequent travel to Project Sites in Somalia

Reports To : Programme Manager

Job Summary

A human rights protection officer (HRPO) trains communities and local institutions on human rights and how to redress violations of the civil, social, cultural and political rights basic to Somalis under the Human Rights and Civic Education project. The positions works closely with the Human Rights monitoring and evaluation officer and is responsible for all protection issues to mitigate or redress violations. The position also works closely with human rights legal experts recruited for short-term assignments under the project.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Training on Human rights protection based on:
   • Gathering information on human rights violations in the project areas
   • Visiting victims of human rights violations to gather facts
   • Interacting with government leaders and attending trials to follow-up on redress mechanisms of each reported cases

2. Implementation
   • Prepare a detailed implementation plan (DIP) based on project’s logic of implementation and use it to guide the timely and quality project implementation
   • Establish 12 community based dispute resolution institutions (CBDRIs) spread across the five priority regions targeted under the project for capacity building on delivering fair and affordable justice
   • Train 12 CBDRIs on:
    the legal provisions in the constitution and how to resolve conflicts in line with the law
    application, observance and enforcement of customary law
    monitoring the security services in their observance of the law and provide feedback that would contribute in reforming the security services
   • Mobilise and motivate CBDRIs and other regional stakeholders to form coalition of stakeholders canvasing for reforms and protection of human rights
   • Match CBDRIs with Human rights experts and monitor capacity transfer by experts to the CBDRIs
   • Help establish children and women protection teams, document the violations and fast track action by either the CBDRIs or refer the case to formal justice
   • Coordinate provision of Legal aid to the victims of human rights violations so that they can assess justice.
   • Coordinate with and work with other team members to provide psycho-social support to the victims of human rights violations
   • Regularly carry out survey of the capacity and the level of competency of the CBDRIs and the action teams in managing SGBV cases and respect for human rights particularly women and children rights and use this information to implement a capacity development plan.
   • Ensure timely implementation of project activities as per work plans developed and report any variations and possibility for activities disruption
   • Guide in the formation and strengthening of community based institutions protecting human rights
   • Work with local leaders and groups in ensuring that the project benefits are realized while ensuring you maintain ‘do-no-harm ‘principle
   • Receive and investigate complaints of human rights, for such abuses as discrimination of minorities or women, unjust imprisonment, violence against children, and intolerance to certain groups.
   • Intervene with the authorities on behalf of victims.
   • Work with other local and international organizations dealing with human rights issues
   • Assist in the compilation and dispatch of project monthly reports.
   • Maintain a filing system for general human rights activities.
   • Provide feedback to MEAL officer on human rights incidences and actions progress

Expected qualities/other responsibilities
• The job is demanding and involves coordination and interaction with different stakeholders, this calls for good interpersonal relations
• Self-driven and committed to work assigned
• Provide monthly project reports on activities implemented.
• Support in the development of promotional materials, project stories quarterly reports.
• Represent the organization in coordination meetings at the field level.

Required Experience and Qualifications.

1. A degree in law, human rights, public administration or other relevant field is generally required
2. A minimum of three (3) years experience in human rights campaign and in the field of human rights and NGOs.
3. Experience in conducting Trainings on Human rights protection
4. Strong skills in writing proposals and reports.
5. Experience and knowledge of civic education and human rights
6. Demonstrated experience in developing assessment tools(e.g. questionnaire, focus group discussions).
7. Demonstrated experience in managing data bases, and knowledge in data analyses.
8. Strong ability to work with team and work independently and meet tight deadlines.
9. Previous experience in Somalia is an asset.
10. Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages. experience in handing web based management systems.
11. Ability to live and work in a remote post for extended periods.
12. Understanding of the political, social and cultural context in Somalia and a strong interest in working in the country.
13. Demonstrated statistical survey, analysis, and presentation skills.
14. Ability to produce high quality legal documentation.
15. Excellent presentation and communication skills

If you are interested and meet the criteria herein please submit your motivation letter and detailed CV. Each applicant package will include the following:

1. Motivation letter explaining why consider yourself qualified for this position with the applicants current contact information
2. CV including work experience and education
3. Copies of Certificates
4. Your contact number, present salary and contact details for three professional referees with their complete contact information (including current or most recent supervisor)

All applications should be sent to (email: recruitment.ced@gmail.com)Att: Human Resource Department with the subject of the e-mail marked “ Human Rights Protection Officer” By January 31th 2016. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will have their applications acknowledged.

CED is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified female candidates are encouraged to apply.

CARE SOMALIA

HARAAD REEB (QUENCHING THE THIRST) PROJECT - SOMALILAND

FINAL EVALUATION TERMS OF REFERENCE (TOR)

1. Introduction

a. The organization
CARE International had been Operating in Somalia since 1981 in delivering humanitarian service to the most vulnerable members in the community. CARE currently works through three main programs: First, the Rural Women program which supports poor, rural women and girls in addressing long term underlying causes of poverty and vulnerability as well as social, cultural, political and economic obstacles towards positive change. We help women and girls improve their economic status, access education and support them to play a greater role in local leadership and conflict resolution. Second, the Urban Youth program focuses on job creation and livelihood opportunities for poor youth through interventions such as secondary education, vocational training, small business development and microfinance. Third, the Emergency program provides direct humanitarian relief to victims of drought and conflict in Puntland, Mogadishu, and Lower Juba.

b. The project
CARE Somalia is implementing a WASH project in Sool, Sanaag and Togdher regions of Somalia/Somaliland under the Rural Women Program. The objective of the project is to contribute to the resilience and drought recovery of Sool, Sanaag and Togdheer and reduce vulnerability to future droughts with specific focus on the role of vulnerable/women headed households. The project is an expansion of sustainable environmental services (WASH) for 15 selected rural villages in the 3 regions.

The project was designed to address the needs of women, children and the vulnerable, consistent with CAREs programme’s target group, for having enough safe water close to the home, safe faecal management and dignity through a household latrine, inclusion through community hygiene promotion, children’s hygiene and community led total sanitation (CLTS) training. In addition women will be given a chance to take on a lead role in water related SMEs as the government puts in place systems and structures to manage water in the communities. Overall, the project will reduce risk against the multiple factors causing diarrhea, reportedly the main cause for child deaths in Somaliland and improve the public private partnership for future sustainability.

c. Project Objectives
The specific objective for CARE’s Haraad Reeb (Quenching the Thirst) project is to have an expansion of sustainable environmental services (WASH) for 17 selected rural communities in Sool, Sanaag and Togdheer.

The project will directly contribute to 3 Expected Results as outlined below:

Expected Result 1: Enhanced access to water by improving water infrastructure

Indicators
a. 30% of beneficiary households with average water use for drinking, cooking and personal hygiene is at least 15 litres per person
b. 36,000 people gaining access to an improved drinking water source, 30% will be women and girls
c. 100HH targeted for rain water harvesting mechanism

Expected Result 2: Improved operations and maintenance of rural water supply

Indicators:
a. The water act disseminated and adapted by key stakeholders in rural water supply
b. 16 water systems managed through public-private partnerships in a cost recovery mechanism
c. Community technicians are able to service and maintain water systems.

Expected Result 3: Sanitation and hygiene practices improved in the rural community
Indicators
a. 5 villages certified as “open defecation free” communities
b. 15% of people who observe the four key hygiene practices (washing hands after defecation, after cleaning a child’s bottom, before eating and preparing food)

To address the longer-term water, sanitation and health issues faced in the targeted villages, CARE will work with communities, Somaliland government authorities and the private public partnership to implement community-based sustainable WASH systems. This will be done through the formation and capacity building of development committees and associations. To achieve this strategy, CARE has facilitated the formation of Development Committees, women groups and User Committees in each village. CARE is undertaking capacity building to ensure institutions are effective in addressing the concerns of the communities.

1. Objectives of the evaluation

The overall objective of the final evaluation is to assess the progress made towards achievement of the overall and specific objectives of the project, and achievement towards the indicators of the project. The evaluation will assess the overall impact (positive as well as negative) observed as a result of the project intervention. The terminal evaluation is expected to generate well documented findings, lessons learned and recommendations.

CARE shall hire an external consultant for 17 days to carry out the final evaluation.

The project’s final evaluation is a part of the agreement with the Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ). The evaluation will be done to assess the WASH situation at the end of the project provide recommendations based on lessons learnt from the project interventions.

The assessment will help determine some impact signs the project has made on the main target communities, in terms of improved hygiene practices and increased access to safe drinking water and increased access to sanitary facilities. The final evaluation will also gauge the level of community and other stakeholder participation and ownership of the implementation process including the identification of the intended and unintended outcomes, best practices and lessons learned as well as challenges arising from programme implementation and provide recommendations on the way forward for future programming.

A. The purpose of the final evaluation is primarily:

• To assess extent to which the project has achieved its objectives and created the expected changes in target communities lives.
• To review the achievements against targets of indicators established in the project’s logframe
• Assess whether the project objectives and strategies were relevant in addressing the identified problem(s).
• To evaluate the effectiveness and efficiency of the different approaches used to implement the project
• Establish the extent to which the results of the project are sustainable
• To generate learning (positive and negative) and good practices in implementing the project that could be applied in future programming.
• Based on the findings of the evaluation make specific recommendations for different stakeholders for improvements for community-based sustainable WASH systems.

B. An assessment of a number of critical elements in the project approach and methodology
• To assess the increase in knowledge, attitudes, behaviours and practices of community members on key hygiene practices
• To assess capacity development/building and strengthening of government and community systems and structures in rural water supply management such d private sector linkages component of the WASH project, and provide suggestions to improve these linkages
• To highlight the challenges and lessons learnt in applying the community-led total sanitation (CLTS) approach in theSomaliland context
• To review advocacy positions on the implementation and enforcement of the Water Act with the Ministry of Water and its local representations
• To assess the effectiveness of measures put in place to ensure project achievements are sustained and review existing PPP arrangements and give recommendations and suggestions for improving the sustainability of the project

C. An assessment of the achievements of the project so far against log frame indicators and Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) criteria
The consultant shall assess the project achievements against the following criteria (relevance, efficiency, effectiveness, impact and sustainability):
Relevance
The consultant should look at the design of the project and assess the extent to which the stated project objectives address the identified problems or real needs.

Efficiency
• Analyse the quality of day-to-day management (adequacy of project budget, management of personnel, project properties, communication, relation management with elders, community leaders, other development partners, etc)
• Local capacity building: To what extent the project is able to strengthen the institutions such as communities, government, women groups and the private sector in coordination with other agencies implementing similar projects

Effectiveness
• Assess whether the beneficiaries (communities and LNGOs) perceive that the planned benefits are appropriate
• Assess the appropriateness of the indicators (OVI’s) and make recommendations on any possible changes to be made.
• Assess the robustness of the monitoring protocol and data collection & compilation by project staff based on the log frame indicators.

Impact
• To assess the planned overall objectives against the logframe indicators;
• To assess how the project would impact on the access of beneficiaries to WASH services and, as a result, their health;
• To assess the extent to which strengthening the government capacity in management of water systems and structures would impact on sustainability of the project;
• To analyse the project approach to gender and its possible impact on gender equity and related issues;
• To assess the possible intended or unintended impact on environment.

Sustainability
• Ownership of objectives and achievements: to what extent have the stakeholders been consulted and involved in defining the objectives, the selection process for activities and beneficiaries, implementation?
• Institutional capacity: Assess the degree of commitment of stakeholders, community and institutions in owning the project, the measures taken to strengthen their capacity and suggest improvements for the future.
• To analyse the capacity building component of the project including appropriateness of training methods and suitability of the approach in implementing the project.
• To assess the economical and financial sustainability of the interventions.

At the end of the final evaluation, the external consultant shall produce a comprehensive report and present it to CARE and BMZ.

1. Scope of Evaluation

   The terminal evaluation will be implemented in 25th January – 11th February 2016 over a period of 15 working days. While the main emphasis of the evaluation should be on measuring the final achievements, results and impact of the project against baseline values on each of the indicators, the final evaluation should also cover the relevance, effectiveness, efficiency and sustainability.

   The geographical scope of the evaluation is Sool, Toghdeer regions and Sahil in Somalia/Somaliland.

2. Methodology
   The consultant shall use mixed methods including desk review, key informant interview sample survey, and observation using simple but numerically sensitive tools to collect data. The sample size must be statistically representative of the population. The analysis will involve statistical and content analysis using appropriate packages as deemed fit by the consultant. The analysis among others should show trends and to the extent possible should be disaggregated by gender and location. The BMZ WASH project is part of the Vulnerable Rural Women Program. In consultation with the Program Coordinator the consultant will include relevant program-level indicators from the Vulnerable Rural Women Program Strategy to measure the extent to which the project is contributing to the following strategic objectives:
   i. Over 70% of rural HHs have access to a reliable, safe and affordable water source
   ii. 70% of rural HHs have access to improved sanitation facilities

3. Tasks

The consultant will undertake the following tasks:

1. Conduct meetings with key project staff of CARE, partners and Ministry of Water resource
2. Design the evaluation, including data collection tools for the project and relevant program indicators and sampling technique and size.
3. Obtain feedback on data collection tools and evaluation design from key CARE, Ministry of water Resource and finalize data collection tools and evaluation design
4. Conduct desk reviews of secondary information and project documents including the project proposal (including logframe), implementation and M&E plans of the project, project financing agreements and any other relevant documents.
5. Train enumerators who will pre-test the data collection tools. During training, the consultant will translate the tools into Somali.
6. Collect data from a representative sample of individuals from the target groups and key stakeholders, including, Ministry of Water, women’s groups, village committees, local authorities and relevant private sector stakeholders, through e.g. household questionnaires, key informant interviews (KII) and Focus Group Discussions (FGDs)
7. Assess quality of on-site water and sanitation facilities and associated infrastructure previously constructed by CARE;
8. Data processing (data entry, verification and analysis);
9. Report writing and submission of first draft report
10. Presentation of findings and recommendations to and validation by key stakeholders
11. Finalize the report incorporating feedback and submission of final report.
12. Hold community and stakeholder feedback sessions to present findings and recommendations of the study

There should be adequate women representation and participation throughout the data collection process. Where necessary, especially in rural areas, focus group discussions should be conducted separately for men and women.

1. Deliverables

The consultants will produce the following specific deliverables after signing the contract:

Deliverable Days

1. Methodology, including work plan and draft data collection tools 2 days
2. Data collection/draft report, including all annexes (see below) 8 days
3. Presentation of findings and recommendations to CARE and partners 1 day
4. The consultant, upon completion of the assignment will, verify findings with key stakeholders 1 day
5. Final report, including all annexes (see below) 3 days
6. Travelling 2 days
   Total 17Days

The first draft report is to be received by February 20th 2016

The draft and final report will have the following structure:

1. Executive Summary (max. 2 pages)
2. Introduction.
3. Methodology, including sampling.
4. Analysis and findings of the study.
5. Conclusions, recommendations and best practices.
6. Annexes
   a. Performance indicator tracking table reflecting the status on each indicator against target
   b. Recommendations for revisions to logframe, including biannual benchmarks for the project duration, as well as final targets
   c. Relevant maps and photographs of the study areas
   d. Bibliography of consulted secondary sources
   e. Finalized data collection tools (in English and Somali)
   f. List of key informants
   g. Raw data in an agreed format

The report will be written in English.

The consultant needs to produce 3 hard copies of all deliverables. The final report will also be provided in electronic copy (both PDF and MS Word format) on a CD.

1. Expertise required

The evaluator should be an experienced and independent consultant with the following expertise:

• Minimum of 10 years professional experience in developing countries, including previous experience working in Somalia/Somaliland;
• University degree in project management, water engineering or other relevant related subject;
• Excellent understanding of water structures, problems related to personal and environmental hygiene, institutional governance and public-private sector partnerships.
• Be conversant with community basic WASH systems and designs in water related structures.
• Demonstrated experience in community development / community targeting / rapid rural appraisal.
• Have a good understanding of Somalia/Somaliland and its history, and the resulting impact this may have on the working environment.
• Have an understanding of operating conditions in an insecure environment
• Have practical experience in assessments, planning and implementation of interventions using participatory methods such as Participatory Rural Appraisal (PRA).
• Familiar with Project Cycle Management and evaluations
• Have excellent analytical and writing skills
• Be willing to travel extensively in the working areas of the project.
• Be a team worker who can produce a report and presentation together with other consultants involved in the evaluation.
• Fluent in English (both reading and writing).
• Understanding of the Somali language is a strongly preferred. If not, the consultant will need to arrange for translation/interpretation.

1. Work plan and Time schedule

The consultancy is expected to take place in the months of 1st February 2016 – 17th February 2016 in a total of 17 days, including preparation, evaluation design, field work, report writing and presentation of findings and recommendations to CARE, partners and external stakeholders.

The first draft report is to be received by February 20 2016.

1. Guiding Principles and Values

The consultant shall adhere to the “Do No Harm” principle and any other humanitarian principles. The consultant will be required to follow CARE Somalia’s security advice.

Applications will be evaluated based on the following criteria:
• Technical experience and expertise
• Quality of proposal
• Cost-effectiveness of proposal

The consultant shall ensure at all times the confidentiality of data, respect the privacy of all individuals concerned and make all data collected available to CARE in a usable format.

1. Terms and Conditions:
   Logistics: The consultant’s travel from base to the field and back after the end of the contract (including airport tax), food, and accommodation will be covered by CARE.

All applications should include the following;
• Cover letter (maximum 1 page) and updated CV’s of all study team members
• Technical proposal: Which should include (i) brief explanation about the Consultant with particular emphasis on previous experience in this kind of work; (ii) profile of the Consultant to be involved in undertaking the evaluation, (iii) Understanding of the TOR and the task to be accomplished, (iv) draft work and plan
• Financial Proposal: Which should include consultancy fees but excluding: accommodation and living costs; transport cost; stationery, and supplies needed for data collection; and costs related to other persons that will take part from consortium partners and government authorities during survey process, workshops.
• Application Deadline

The applications should be submitted by 28th January 2016 to somconsultants@care.org and quoting “haraad reeb (quenching the thirst) project – Somaliland-final evaluation”

Sixteen-month placement

Please note that the selected applicant will be required to take up the placement by March.

The Advocacy Adviser will be based at Progressio Somaliland’s office and work alongside key staff in the organisation, coalition members and with the Ministry of Labour and Social Affairs, on a daily basis, to support the implementation of the project entitled ‘Amplifying Civil Society Voice on Gender-Based Violence in Somaliland’. You will be taking a lead on advocacy-related activities by training 12 civil society organisations and providing on-going mentoring and on-the-job coaching.

Due to the context of this placement, previous experience of working with NGOs on gender-based violence is highly desirable.

The successful candidate should have a Master’s degree in social or community development, development studies, or another relevant discipline.

A minimum of five years’ experience within the NGO sector is essential. You should have three years’ experience in organisational capacity building. Experience in community development and mobilisation; training/facilitation methodologies and direct training, particularly on advocacy, communication, campaigning using social media, and networking on gender-based violence; report writing to donors, and working in a resource poor environment is also essential.

An understanding of the issues facing a post-conflict society; of the role which NGOs play in democratisation, and of areas linked to gender-based violence is essential. You should also have skills in gender mainstreaming; coordination/networking with like-minded organisations, and participatory monitoring and evaluation methods. Good team building skills and a consensus-led approach to work; analytical and prioritising skills; interpersonal and communication skills, including a good command of English (spoken and written) are also essential.

A willingness to undertake road travel in Somaliland; cultural sensitivity in an Islamic/Somali environment, and a personal commitment to learning the basics of the Somali language is required.

It is essential that you complete the application form in full, as very specific information is required and will be used to decide whether or not you will be short-listed for an interview. Please note that CVs/resumes will not be accepted.

For further information and an application form, please visit: www.progressio.org.uk/jobs

Interviews: Second week of February

Please return the completed application form to: Recruitment@progressio.org.uk

Nine-month placement

Please note that the selected applicant will be required to take up the placement by March.

The Research and Data Analysis Adviser will be based at Progressio Somaliland’s office and work alongside key staff in the organisation, coalition members and with the Ministry of Labour and Social Affairs, on a daily basis, to support the implementation of the ‘Amplifying Civil Society Voice on Gender-Based Violence in Somaliland’ project. You will be taking a lead on research-related activities by training 12 CSOs and providing on-going mentoring and on-the-job coaching.

Due to the context of this placement, previous experience of working with NGOs on gender-based violence is highly desirable.

The successful candidate should have a Master’s degree in social or community development, development studies, or another relevant discipline.

A minimum of five years’ experience within the NGO sector is essential. You should have three years’ experience in organisational capacity building and research, particularly on gender-based violence. Experience in training/facilitation methodologies and direct training, particularly on evidence gathering through research and analysis; report writing to donors, and working in a resource poor environment is also essential.

An understanding of the issues facing a post-conflict society; of the role which NGOs play in democratisation, and of areas linked to gender-based violence is essential. You should also have skills in gender mainstreaming; coordination/networking with like-minded organisations; participatory monitoring and evaluation methods, and knowledge of social research tools and methodologies (qualitative and quantitative). Good team building skills and a consensus-led approach to work; analytical and prioritising skills; interpersonal and communication skills, including a good command of English (spoken and written), and the ability to plan and implement own work is also essential.

A willingness to undertake road travel in Somaliland; cultural sensitivity in an Islamic/Somali environment, and a personal commitment to learning the basics of the Somali language is required.

It is essential that you complete the application form in full, as very specific information is required and will be used to decide whether or not you will be short-listed for an interview. Please note that CVs/resumes will not be accepted.

For further information and an application form, please visit: www.progressio.org.uk/jobs

Interviews: Second week of February

Please return the completed application form to: Recruitment@progressio.org.uk

CARE seeks a Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Manager for an anticipated USAID-funded education project is Somalia. This procurement is expected to be a five-year contract in the $50-$75-million USD range.

The procurement is expected to be released on March 30, 2016, and awarded by September 30, 2016. This position is subject to project award and funding.

International relocation and allowances may be available.

Specific Responsibilities

• Develop the overall framework for the project’s M&E systems, in collaboration with USAID and senior project staff, including requirements, reporting, baseline, and evaluation surveys. Develop and monitor the project’s PMP to systematically document project performance for project technical leads and the project leadership team.
• Ensure the alignment of research and M&E activities with program goals and contribute to the development of annual work plans to identify project targets and ensure inclusion of M&E activities.
• Monitor project activities and tracking these activities against the results framework.
• Conduct field visits for data validation, to monitor the quality and completeness of data sets. Coordinate data collection at project sites to monitor program development and ensure timely compilation and reporting of data. Capture and document lessons learned; champion the scaling up best practices.
• Generate monthly indicator reports and tracking progress against key indicators.
• Ensure timely and accurate submission of project activities to donor, including progress against targets set in the award agreement and annual work plan, quarterly, and annual reports.
• Provide technical leadership and support to project and partner staff in planning and implementing M&E systems and activities, data-based program decision-making, and results reporting. Supervise, mentor, and build capacity of project M&E staff
• Develop and implement effective monitoring tools and approaches to demonstrate the effectiveness of project interventions.
• Support the Chief of Party in coordinating the mid-term and final project evaluations.

Required Experience:

• Master’s Degree in a relevant field (development studies, public health, demography, statistics, etc.)
• Minimum of six years’ experience and demonstrated practical skills in M&E of donor-funded development programs. Previous experience supporting education-related programming is an advantage but not a requirement. (Previous experience working on a USAID-funded contract is strongly preferred.)
• Strong knowledge of M&E methodology data analysis and synthesis, performance evaluation and correction, and report writing.
• Demonstrated capacity to use project M&E to advance strategic goals and provide data for decision-making.
• Knowledge of statistical software (such as SPSS, STATA, and SAS). Advanced skills with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access (or similar tools) is strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of USAID data collection and reporting requirements.
• Excellent representational and communication skills, written and oral fluency in English.
• Ability to travel throughout project areas, as needed and as the security situation allows.

http://chc.tbe.taleo.net/chc02/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=CAREUSA&cws=1&rid=2944

Background Information

Centre for Education and Development (CED), Somalia is a non-governmental humanitarian and development organization working in Somalia. CED responds to emergency and development needs in Somalia and assists Somali communities towards self-reliance. CED works with poor local communities through sustainable community development programs to overcome ignorance, hunger, injustice and inequality.

Interventions initiated are focusing on women and youth empowerment and development livelihood & food security, education, Human Rights and Civic Education, emergency aid, water and sanitation, Income Generation Activities peace building and reconciliation and environmental protection. CED also implements programs on early recovery as well as sustainable development initiatives.

CED is seeking a dynamic, innovative and self-motivated professional to fill the position of Finance Manager.

Location – Mogadishu, Somalia

Position Summary

The finance Manager will be in charge of finance policies, procedures, and ensuring timely and quality reporting of Financial and grant management related duties of the CED offices in Mogadishu and Nairobi under the technical supervision of CED Executive Director. The Finance Manager shall be responsible for ensuring strong financial and grant management monitoring systems and ensuring budgets and financial reports are compliant to donor and CED financial regulations. The Finance Manager will provide technical assistance to staff in implementing and complying with financial and accounting procedures to ensure compliance with regulations and serve as the financial liaison to donors and other implementing partners and implementing units.

The Finance Manager will report to CED Executive Director and works closely with Program Manager, Project Managers and Finance Team to ensure timely and quality reporting of budgets and financial reports.

Specific Roles and Responsibilities

1. Develop and implement financial policies, procedures and systems for financial management and control.
2. Manage the finance department and ensure timely delivery of quality financial reports to donors and internal reports to CED management.
3. Ensure compliance and consistency with CED policies and procedures, as well as compliance with the terms and conditions of any donor agreements.
4. Develop and install new accounting software in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles.
5. Develop finance procedures, policies and budgetary control for the organization
6. Ensure financial records are maintained in compliance with accepted, policies and procedures.
7. Set up and ensure internal financial control and monitoring systems
8. Create new chart of accounts and implementation, coding of expenses, system setup and consolidations.
9. Review, revise, update financial policies and procedures as and when required.
10. Train CED staff on the use of the finance software and the accounting policies and procedures and in producing high quality financial reports.
11. Monitor compliance with all internal and donor financial and administrative requirements.
12. Oversee overall project budgeting and expenditures and develop systems for cash flow management.
13. Ensure regular financial monitoring are undertaken and the findings and recommendations are implemented in good time.
14. Prepare and review monthly bank reconciliations
15. Prepare timely financial reports in accordance with donor requirements.
16. Prepare monthly financial reports for the organization.
17. Work closely with the program staff on administrative, financial, and budgetary issues.
18. Record and accounts for daily transactions, ensuring accuracy and completeness of required files and supporting documentation serving as evidence of transactions in a timely manner.
19. Ensure sound cash management of local and foreign bank accounts and monitor petty cash fund.
20. Ensure cash disbursements in accordance with financial management policies and established approval levels.
21. Responsible for full accounts payable function from procurement through payment of invoices.
22. Prepare monthly financial reports for CED offices and internal management reports for the Program Coordinator containing budget to actual expenditure information.
23. Prepare and submits reports and filings in compliance with the host government laws.
24. Prepare Project Budgets proposals and provide assistance to program staff and project budget preparation.
25. Maintain overall budget control and monitor cash flows and expenditures
26. Responsible for the preparation of all required documentation for financial audits and prepare audits in collaboration with program Manager & Project Managers.
27. Ensure that all the organizations financial procedures are followed and support external audits.
28. Analyze and give advice on the adaptation of financial process to CED financial staff.
29. Provide financial and administrative trainings for local staff.
30. Provide timely and sound advice to CED Director, Program Manager, Project Managers and CED staff on financial and administrative matters.
31. Any other duty assigned by the Executive Director from time to time.

Required Skills and Qualifications

1. Advanced University degree in Accounting, finance or related fields.
2. At least 5 years of relevant work experience in reputable NGO or donor organisation involved in grant making.
3. Proven financial analysis and forecasting ability
4. Proven experience in training and capacity building in the area of finance and administration.
5. Production and interpretation of management accounts
6. Proven ability to provide support, guidance and training to financial and non-financial managers and colleagues.
7. Good communication and reporting skills.
8. Experience of working in a cross-cultural environment and very insecure environment
9. Ability to work to deadlines with good prioritization and time management skills.
10. Experience in financial management of donor-funded programs
11. Knowledge of QuickBooks multi-currency accounting software (field based accounting).
12. Experience with computerized accounting and strong organizational and leadership skills.
13. Excellent skills in MS office and common accounting softwares

Desired Skills & Qualifications

1. Master’s degree or recognized professional degree, such as CPA or ACCA.
2. Previous work experience in Somalia

Languages

Fluency in English

General Skills

1. Excellent interpersonal skills.
2. Capacity to work independently and within a team.
3. Flexibility and patience
4. Ability to handle multi-task and stressful situations.
5. Exceptional communication skills
6. Demonstrated sense of diplomacy and negotiation.
7. Good team management skills
8. Good planning and analytical capacities
9. Able to sit at a computer for extended periods of time.

Contract period: one year, with possibility of renewal

The applicants will be required to possess a high sense of responsibility, honesty, professionalism, confidentiality and integrity.

If you would like to apply, kindly submit your application and detailed CV. Each application package will include the following:

1. Application letter with the applicants current contact information and remuneration requirements.
2. CV including work experience and education
3. Copies of Certificates
4. Three referees with their complete contact information

All applications should be sent to (email: recruitment.ced@gmail.com)Att: Human Resource Department with the subject of the e-mail marked “Finance Manager” By January 31, 2016.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted and invited for interviews and tests.
CED is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified female candidates are encouraged to apply.

Background
Centre for Education and Development (CED), Somalia is a growing non-governmental humanitarian and development organization working in Somalia with a good track record in its humanitarian and development work. CED responds to emergency and development needs in Somalia and assists Somali communities towards self-reliance. CED works with poor local communities through sustainable community development programs to overcome ignorance, hunger, injustice and inequality.
Interventions initiated are focusing on women and youth empowerment and development livelihood & food security, education, Human Rights and Civic Education, emergency aid, water and sanitation, Income Generation Activities peace building and reconciliation and environmental protection. CED also implements programs on early recovery as well as sustainable development initiatives.

CED is seeking a dynamic, innovative and self-motivated professionals to fill the position of Logistics and Security Officer:

Title: Logistics and Security Officer

Location: Mogadishu, Somalia

Supervisor: Human Resource and Administration Manager

Supervises/guides: Logistic Assistant, Security Guards and Drivers

Job Summary

Participation in planning and implementation of project logistical operations and security preparedness. The other primary responsibility of this position will be procurement and logistics administration of all office and project needs. The Logistics and Security officer shall be responsible for overseeing the logistics and purchasing of all office and project needs in Somalia. S/he will carry out procurements & logistics in conformity with the donor guidelines and CED’s internal procurement & logistics policies. The other responsibilities for this position will be ongoing analysis of the context and developments in relation to the security situation.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

Logistics, Procurement and Communication

1. In liaison with the Project Managers to establish and secure project purchase needs. This includes ensuring best price quotations are obtained and the relevant documentation provided to support payment requests in close liaison with the Finance/ administration staff
2. Daily co-ordination of CED procurement activities and assisting office staff with logistics and procurement activities as required.
3. Ensure accurate inventory of all items, both in stores and offices.
4. Supporting projects in developing procurement plans and consolidate plans at the HQ level.
5. Manage organization and implementation of the procurement of each project including preparation of terms of references, publication of tender documents, bidding invitations, receipt of offers, quotations and their corresponding analysis in compliance with the rules and regulation of CED and its funding partners.
6. Ensuring purchases is done on time for projects use
7. Reviewing quotations and analyzing them for price, quality, timeliness, capacity and reliability.
8. Advise procurement committee on procurement process and supply chain management.
9. Provide relevant support to all other field offices on procurement and logistics matters.
10. Update the assets register regularly.
11. Provide logistics and procurement report on weekly and monthly basis or as deemed necessary.
12. Assist program and operational personnel in regular procurement planning meetings.
13. With full understanding of CED procurement policies and formats, assist as needed in training staff members.
14. Work closely with the CED offices to ensure smooth flow of travel requests (staff and goods) as well as coordination of material movement.
15. Conduct market surveys in local markets and ensure that local market surveys are regularly carried out to ensure a full knowledge of the availability and prices of the local items.
16. Ensure proper documentation and filing systems of all procurement documents ensuring all processes are adequately documented.
17. Provide timely and sound advice to Admin & HRM and Finance and administration and other project staffs on logistics and procurement matters.
18. Monitoring daily the security situation and providing updates to the Project Staff as well as CED Nairobi office. This will also involve the first-line supervision of the security guards, including protocol and training needs for the security team.
19. Maintain the daily communication between Mogadishu Office and CED Staff during field movement, ensuring that communication protocol is understood and maintained at all times.
20. Supervise the management of vehicles for projects use and Oversee and ensure proper and efficient use of the organization vehicles by overseeing fuel consumption and movements.
21. Compile a monthly procurement status and Vehicle Utilization Reports and circulation to the Finance and Administration officer and Project Managers.
22. Maintaining the daily telephone communication between Mogadishu Office and field Staff during field movement, ensuring that communication protocol is understood and maintained at all times.
23. Ensuring that the vehicles hired/procured are in good working condition and available at all times. That the drivers are well instructed on duties assigned and maintain a vehicle log for all trips. That the necessary security equipment is maintained in the vehicles and in working condition. Ensure scheduled project trips are well arranged. This will also involve actual driving duties for the CED vehicle when the regular project drivers are unavailable.
24. Assistance in linking the Project to the local communities, through limited involvement in mobilizing the different groups and partners to meet their project obligations. This goes the same for the local authority.
25. Assisting the Project Officers in logistical arrangement for securing and preparing meetings venues in the different project locations.
26. Compiling a monthly Vehicle Utilization Report and circulation to the Administration and Human Resource Manager.

27. Any other duties as assigned by your Line Manager.

    Security:

28. This will involve close monitoring of the daily regional security situation and providing updates to the Project Staff. This will also involve the first-line supervision of the security guards, including protocol and training needs for the security team.

29. Responsible for the security of the offices including staff, premises, as well as the security of CED materials and assets.

30. Ongoing analysis of the context and developments in relation to the security situation.

31. Develop and maintain up-to-date context analysis and risk assessment.

32. Develop and maintain an incident reporting system.

33. Maintain close contacts with all relevant stakeholders to develop a network and build relationships with key actors to ensure gathering of reliable security information.

34. Undertake regular and ad hoc security assessment missions as necessary, in order to gather information and to analyze the overall security situation in existing and potential areas of intervention.

35. Support CED management staff to develop a security management system which includes a security management strategy (including detailed acceptance strategy) and plan and which allows for the continuous updating of security measures.

36. Advice and support the Executive with regard to implementing the security management system.

37. Support the Executive Director and other senior staff to manage security incidents.

38. Provide crisis management support to the managers senior management for incident response, reporting and analysis.

39. Ensure that the supporting departments (HR, Administration and Logistics) have in place an appropriate system to facilitate good security management.

40. Ensure that staff have the security skills and awareness that they need to be effective, by providing appropriate learning and development opportunities, including delivering training.

41. Ensure that all staff and visitors receive appropriate briefing.

42. Ensure that an appropriate system is in place to provide security information to travellers in advance of their departure.

43. Ensure that the necessary security equipment is maintained in the vehicles and in working condition.

ICT – Responsibilities

1. To implement and ensure that the Data backup plan is regularly carried out, reviewed and updated
2. Build the capacity of staff in ICT through on and off the job training in support area.
3. Carry out planned IT infrastructure improvements and act in the supervisory roles in technical expertise areas such as those of service providers.
4. Manage information technology and ensuring infrastructure needs are met, including properly functioning IT equipment, routine maintenance, and security over IT (anti-virus software and regular backups).
5. Assist in setup and installation of equipment such as laptops, Desktop computers, data projectors and other specialist ICT equipment, ensuring that systems are ready for use and operating correctly.
6. Liaise with the service provider for the management and maintenance of IT and communications equipment (Computers, printers, telephones and other means related to communication technology).
7. Supervise allocation and use of equipments and ensure installation, maintenance and repairs of equipment as required.
8. Assist in physical connection of IT equipment’s for staff.
9. Implement hardware preventive maintenance schedule for all computer hardware, printers and laptops
10. Perform documentation of proposed equipment’s upgrades such as laptops for staff in the context of organization policy
11. Network performance monitoring, management and support to ensure optimal performance of local area Networks and Wi-Fi set ups
12. Setup and support office computer networks, printers etc.
13. Performing checks on all computer systems to ensure Anti-virus program is up to date, Ms office application are properly installed, Licensed and operational
14. Liaise with internet service providers and manage the internet connection to monitor the utilization and ensure internet connectivity is fully operational
15. Providing technical advice in areas of ICT equipment’s procurements’
16. Carrying out research with technological advances in areas that will help in office automation, advising and planning for disaster recovery strategies.

Required qualifications

1. Bachelor’s degree in Procurement and Logistics, Business Administration or any other related field.
2. At least 3 years of relevant work experience in areas such as procurement, and logistics preferably with NGOs.
3. Must have post-graduate training in Procurement; Logistics etc
4. Planning, organizational and analytical skills and a team player
5. Ability to identify and build talent
6. Excellent Management, Interpersonal and Communication, decision –making and analytical skills
7. Skills in building and maintaining relationship
8. Must have in depth knowledge of HR Management Information System
9. Self-motivated and supervisory skills
10. Understanding of computer applications in respect to the above responsibilities. This would include a working knowledge of at least database and Microsoft office
11. Hands on and self driven
12. Willingness and flexible to travel and work all over Somalia and among the poor communities.
13. The candidate must be able to manage several tasks simultaneously, be flexible and be willing to assume a range of unanticipated assignments.
14. The position requires excellent attention to detail, organization skills and maturity
15. Ability to work as a team and coordinate with other project team members
16. Good spoken and written English and Somali.
17. Strong organizational and leadership qualities.
18. Excellent skills in use of computers.

How to apply:

If you meet one of a.m the criteria herein please submit your application and detailed CV. Each applicant package will include the following:
 Cover letter explaining why consider yourself qualified for this position with the applicants current contact information
 CV including work experience and education
 Copies of Certificates
 Your contact number, present salary and contact details for three professional referees with their complete contact information (including current or most recent supervisor)

All applications should be sent to (email: recruitment.ced@gmail.com)Att: Human Resource Department with the subject of the e-mail marked “Logistics and Security Officer” By January 31, 2016.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted and invited for interviews.
CED is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified female candidates are encouraged to apply.

Background

Centre for Education and Development (CED), Somalia is a non-governmental humanitarian and development organization working in Somalia. CED responds to emergency and development needs in Somalia and assists Somali communities towards self-reliance. CED works with poor local communities through sustainable community development programs to overcome ignorance, hunger, injustice and inequality.

Interventions initiated are focusing on women and youth empowerment and development livelihood & food security, education, Human Rights and Civic Education, emergency aid, water and sanitation, Income Generation Activities peace building and reconciliation and environmental protection. CED also implements programs on early recovery as well as sustainable development initiatives.

Job Title : Human Resource and Administration Manager

Location : Mogadishu, Somalia

Reporting to : Executive Director

Supervises: Staff under the department

Job Summary :

Human resource (HR) and Admin Manager will handle recruitment, training, career development, employee relations, compliance, disciplinary and grievance issues and Administration for staff working with CED. The Position will be responsible for coordination of mission's human resource management and to ensure continuous development and application of resultant procedures for effective people management as well as administrative function for CED Somalia.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Developing HR planning strategies with line managers by considering immediate and long-term staff requirements.
2. Monitor and advise management on changes in Human Resources procedures, employment law and visa regulations.
3. Review of existing policies and procedures that are in place to ensure that they meet the needs of the programmes.
4. Ensure all national and International staff are aware of their terms and conditions of service and any changes that may be applicable.
5. Identifying staff needs in each programme, through a HR planning process.
6. Recruiting staff by preparing job descriptions and job adverts; deciding on how best to advertise.
7. Short listing applicants for interview using a variety of selection techniques.
8. Develop, administer and evaluate interviews for shortlisted candidates.
9. Advising on pay and other issues, including promotion and benefits; administer payroll and maintain staff records.
10. Reviewing ongoing staff development through the Performance Review system and other management tools currently in place.
11. Interpreting and advising on disciplinary procedures and performance management.
12. Advise senior management and line managers on grievance issues. Mediate conflict, grievance and harassment cases. Listening to grievances and implementing disciplinary procedures.
13. Provide current and prospective employees with information about policies, job duties, working conditions, wages, opportunities for promotion, and employee benefits and maintain the job description database and keep organograms up to date.
14. Develop and recommend to senior Management long-term training plans that are gender sensitive, and set up training programmes that will develop the abilities for the staff and satisfy the current and future Human Resource needs for CED Programme including staff inductions.
15. Plan and conduct new employee orientation to foster positive attitude toward organizational objectives.
16. Plan, direct, supervise, and coordinate work activities of subordinates and staff relating to employment, compensation, labour relations, and employee relations.
17. Maintain records and compile statistical reports concerning personnel-related data such as hires, transfers, performance appraisals, and absenteeism rates.
18. Conduct exit interviews to identify reasons for employee termination.
19. Managing all staff and consultant contracts, contracts with suppliers of services, renewing contracts and keeping management informed of dates of contracts.
20. Monitor dates relating to Probationary Periods, Performance Review, and End of Contracts; and balances of Annual leave and sickness absence.
21. Maintain the staff database (currently to be on Excel) and the personal files for all staff; and collect and maintain basic details for national and International staff.
22. Support management in the field on Human Resource systems relating to national and International staff.
23. Ensure that when a member of staff leaves an exit interviews are conducted, equipment or documents are retrieved, final payments have been arranged with Finance and that the personal file is closed.
24. Provide regular feedback to line managers on the progress of staff development and gender integration, and to report any opportunities or obstacles encountered.
25. Manage employee compensation program by carrying out salary surveys and reviews, respond to compensation and classification of survey requests, analyze salary data and prepare related reports and make recommendations.
26. Assist in the gathering of information for the annual salary review, that will include information from other LNGOs and Cost of Living/shopping basket surveys
27. HR budget preparation, analysis and administration and monitor of expenditures.
28. Forward all relevant information to field offices to ensure HR records/manuals are up to date in each location.
29. Ensure employee medical records are up to date and that arrangements are made for any medical treatment that is required.
30. Process insurance claims on behalf of staff and ensure that all relevant policies are up to date.
31. Ensure HR Procedures – procedural manual in place, outlining steps to be taken in all areas of HR from recruitment to termination and ensure HR Staff manual – manuals are based on CED policies and procedures and in line with legal requirements of the country.
32. Keep Projects files, documents and project index, contact files and records; to keep staff contact details list up to date and ensure appropriate distribution, including to Head office.
33. Represent CED at inter organization meetings, at government offices, serve on committees and tasks forces that are HR related.
34. Monitor any changes to Government legislation affecting staff, and ensure the dissemination of such information to Senior Management.
35. Conduct research and analysis of HR related issues; evaluate alternatives and make recommendations for action.
    Administration
36. Supervise staff members and oversee the day to day management of the Head office
37. Responsible for all matters related to the office administration, public relations and logistics.
38. Carry out the day-to-day administration of the main office, including answering telephones, taking telephone messages for staff, receiving and distributing incoming and outgoing mail;
39. Develop and maintain effective filing, archiving and record keeping system, both paper and electronic
40. Make suitable and efficient local/international travel arrangements for field and office staff, management and visitors and undertake all necessary arrangements related to staff and visitors travel.
41. Maintain the organization assets by keeping up to date inventory using the asset management software and in line with organizations policy and guidelines.
42. Operate and maintain relevant office equipment and to maintain a sufficient record of office supplies.
43. Preparing of correspondence, reports and technical documents
44. Manage security of all staff in the Mogadishu office.
45. Prepare program visits and support partners, media and the other visitors to visit and monitor CED programs.
46. Work with partners/organizations/community representatives, local authorities and help CED to strengthen collaboration and information sharing between CED and other organizations.
47. Establish communication systems and practices, provide information to staff on regular bases and to serve as public relation person for the organization
48. Engage in translation services as requested by management and translate the main events daily news papers in to English(daily headlines)
49. Participate Cluster, UN/INGOs weekly meetings and preparation of minutes of meetings
50. Organize and prepare meetings and conferences and take minutes/reports during meetings
51. Oversee the quality of office administrative functions including the staff, vehicles, office equipment, furniture and logistics.
52. Manage the usage of vehicles and to ensure up to date records on usage, maintenance, insurance and fuel to up.
53. Support and host visitors and arranging them inductions and other programs for them ensuring high level of care.
54. Answer general queries from consultants and prospective visitors, referring them if needed to contact points at which they can obtain further information;
55. Schedule and assist in planning appointments and preparation of meetings, organize conference and handle external and internal appointments.
56. Communication including faxes, Email, telephones etc.
57. Sending and receiving of all correspondence IN and OUT and registration and filling of all documents.
58. Prepares CED weekly, monthly, quarterly and yearly updates and situation reports.
59. Supervise the domestic staff/office cleaners ensuring a clean, professional and tidy office environment
60. Ongoing analysis of the context and developments in relation to the security situation and develop and maintain up-to-date context analysis and risk assessment.
61. Prepare monthly, yearly updates and security reports.
62. Develop and maintain an incident reporting system.
63. Maintain close contacts with all relevant stakeholders to develop a network and build relationships with key actors to ensure gathering of reliable security information.
64. Undertake regular and ad hoc security assessment missions as necessary, in order to gather information and to analyze the overall security situation in existing and potential areas of intervention.
65. Support the Executive Director and other senior staff to manage security incidents.
66. Ensure that staff have the security skills and awareness that they need to be effective, by providing appropriate learning and development opportunities, including delivering training.
67. Ensure.
68. Ensure that an appropriate system is in place and that all staff, travellers and visitors receive appropriate security briefing.
69. Handling of confidential information and sensitive issues reliably.
70. Manage information technology and ensuring infrastructure needs are met, including properly functioning IT equipment, routine maintenance, and security over IT (anti-virus software and regular backups).
71. Assist in setup and installation of equipment such as laptops, Desktop computers, data projectors and other specialist ICT equipment, ensuring that systems are ready for use and operating correctly.
72. Assist in physical connection of IT equipment’s for staff.
73. Implement hardware preventive maintenance schedule for all computer hardware, printers and laptops.
74. Perform documentation of proposed equipment’s upgrades such as laptops for staff in the context of organization policy.
75. Network performance monitoring, management and support to ensure optimal performance of local area Networks and Wi-Fi set ups.
76. Setup and support office computer networks, printers.
77. Performing checks on all computer systems to ensure Anti-virus program is up to date, Ms office application are properly installed, Licensed and operational.
78. Liaise with internet service providers and manage the internet connection to monitor the utilization and ensure internet connectivity is fully operational.
79. Providing technical advice in areas of ICT equipment’s procurements’
80. Handling of confidential information and sensitive issues reliably.
81. Represent organization at personnel-related hearings and investigations
82. Perform any other relevant duties as at the request of ED, Management & Line Manager.

Required qualifications

1. A degree in Human Resource, Business Administration or related field, with at least 3 years experience at a human resource management level, preferably in an NGO setting;
2. Must have post-graduate training in Administration and Human Resource Management
3. Planning, organizational and analytical skills and a team player
4. Must have in depth experience in HR administrative function; should demonstrate administrative expert
5. Ability to identify and build talent
6. Excellent Management, Interpersonal and Communication, decision –making and analytical skills
7. Skills in building and maintaining relationship
8. Must have in depth knowledge of HR Management Information System
9. Self-motivated and supervisory skills
10. Understanding of computer applications in respect to the above responsibilities. This would include a working knowledge of at least database and Microsoft office
11. Fluent in written and spoken English
12. Hands on and self driven
13. Willingness and flexible to travel and work all over Somalia

Expected qualities
• The job is demanding and involves coordination and interaction with different stakeholders, this calls for good interpersonal relations
• Self-driven and committed to work assigned

CONTACTS
Internal:
• Executive Director, Program Manager, line managers and all other staff at the office & field office.

External:
• Government agencies dealing with employment issues
• Lawyer
• (Medical) insurance company(s)
• Stakeholders
• Applicants
• External consultants
• Other INGO’s on HR matters
• Donors
• Other service providers

If you meet one of a.m the criteria herein please submit your application and detailed CV. Each applicant package will include the following:
 Cover letter explaining why consider yourself qualified for this position with the applicants current contact information
 CV including work experience and education
 Copies of Certificates
 Your contact number, present salary and contact details for three professional referees with their complete contact information (including current or most recent supervisor)

All applications should be sent to (email: recruitment.ced@gmail.com)Att: Human Resource Department with the subject of the e-mail marked “Human Resource and Administration Manager” By January 31, 2016.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted and invited for interviews.
CED is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified female candidates are encouraged to apply.

ABOUT CED

Center for Education and Development (CED), Somalia is a non-governmental humanitarian and development organization working in Somalia. CED responses emergency and development needs in Somalia and assists the Somali communities towards self-reliance. CED works with poor local communities through sustainable community development programs to overcome ignorance, hunger, injustice and inequality.

Interventions initiated are focusing on women and youth empowerment and development livelihood & food security, education, Human Rights and Civic Education, emergency aid, water and sanitation, Income Generation Activities peace building and reconciliation and environmental protection. CED also implements programs on early recovery as well as sustainable development initiatives.

CED is looking for a qualified and committed individual to join CED team as Human Rights Monitoring and Evaluation Officer.

Location: Mogadishu, Somalia

Job Title : Human Rights Monitoring and Evaluation Officer

Reports To : Programme Manager

Supervises : None

Job Summary

Provide human rights monitoring, evaluation and reporting in the project implementation areas. This position will specifically be responsible for monitoring human rights and civic education Project.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Monitoring
   Work with local leaders and external consultant in mapping civic education needs and priorities
   • Data collection and entry of project monitoring information on human rights as per monitoring plan jointly prepared with stakeholders.
   • Keep a record of reported human rights violations and progress in redressing abuses
   • Maintain a record of human rights cases, situations and progress in the project area and update the project team regularly
   • Visit locations and communities to assess needs and any human rights issues requiring attention
   • Monitor the progress in government and the CBDRIs in delivering justice to all
   • Monitor communities understanding of and implementation of the human rights as per the Somali constitution
   • Assessment of the progress of project activities in achieving results and based on the findings, advice project staff appropriately during project review meetings
   • Promote a participatory and community-led monitoring and evaluation process of the project activities to measure changes and inform on review of strategies

2. Evaluation
   • Assist in primary and secondary data gathering for project evaluations.
   • Compilation of reports on activities implemented giving assessment on quality of implementation
   • Assess the progress on capacity of community based institutions supported under the project in their administration of justice and human rights to all
   • Work with external consultants in arranging interviews and field data collection during periodic monitoring and evaluation of the project
   • Collect and collate data for best practices study and movie production on best practices

3. Design/Development
   • jointly with other project staff, organise 10 consultative meetings (2 per region) at village level to be attended by all stakeholders to determine the civic education needs to guide in development of training curriculum
   • Assist in organizing of field assessments including secondary data gathering for an expanded program in civic education.
   • Assist in the collection/compilation of primary data for concepts papers and proposals.

4. Implementation/Training
   • Participate in selection and training of 45 human rights champions in monitoring and reporting on human rights
   • Guide and monitor the human rights champions in the sensitisation of the population on the role and compliance of national security services with the provisions of the Provisional Constitution
   • Train and sensitize the communities on the role of security services and the role of the community in monitoring and reporting violations of rights
   • Develop monthly training schedules
   • Train communities in conjunction with the human rights champions on the role of customary law as linked to the constitution
   • Attend community planning meetings and offer guidance based on monitored data
   • Assist in the compilation and dispatch of project monthly reports.
   • Prepare field visitation plans and make Regular field visits
   • Organize public and media events that promote civic education awareness and hence protection
   • Maintain a filing system for general human rights activities.
   • Provide feedback to communities and stakeholders on human rights monitoring
   • Disseminate human rights monitoring findings during project planning meetings.

   Expected qualities/Other duties
   • Resourceful and confidentiality
   • Assist in the documentation in project meetings/workshops.
   • Support in the development of promotional materials, project stories quarterly reports.
   • Represent the organization in coordination meetings at the field level.

Qualifications & Experience

1. Degree in Human Rights, Monitoring and Evaluation, Project management or related discipline.
2. A minimum of three (3) years in human rights project implementation, monitoring and evaluation.
3. Experience and knowledge of civic education and human rights
4. Experience in writing reports
5. Demonstrated experience in developing assessment tools(e.g. questionnaire, focus group discussions).
6. Competency in the use of statistical packages like Excel, SPSS, STATA, Mutlab and Epi-Info.
7. Demonstrated experience in managing data bases, and knowledge in data analyses.
8. Strong ability to work with team and work independently and meet tight deadlines.
9. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, teamwork, flexibility, innovation and leadership skills.
10. Previous experience in Somalia is an asset.
11. Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages. experience in web based management systems.

Contract Duration: one year, with possibility of extension.

If you meet the criteria herein please submit your application and detailed CV. Each applicant package will include the following:

1. Cover letter explaining why consider yourself qualified for this position with the applicants current contact information
2. CV including work experience and education
3. Copies of Certificates
4. Your contact number, present salary and contact details for three professional referees with their complete contact information (including current or most recent supervisor)

All applications should be sent to (email: recruitment.ced@gmail.com)Att: Human Resource Department with the subject of the e-mail marked “Human Rights Monitoring and Evaluation Officer” By January 31th 2016. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will have their applications acknowledged.

CED is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified female candidates are encouraged to apply.