INTERSOS Programme Coordinator Jobs in South Sudan
INTERSOS Programme Coordinator Jobs in South Sudan
General context of the project
South Sudan is anchored to the bottom of the human development index. Access to services is still a significant issue due to on-going conflict and lack of human and physical resources.
More than half of its school age children – over 1 million in total – are out of school, GBV is at all time highs, Malnutrition and food scarcity is a looming threat, along with the deepest social and economic inequalities and its volatile situation makes it a stable location for humanitarian intervention.
INTERSOS has been present in South Sudan since 2006 with a country office in Juba and field bases in six States of the country, namely Jonglei, Upper Nile, Unity, Eastern Equatoria, Western Equatoria and Central Equatoria.
INTERSOS focuses on implementing emergency response and relief programs in different sectors: Protection, Education, NFI/Shelter and WASH with a special focus on serving the conflict-affected population, which were forced to displace from their homes by the conflict but also the hosting communities, which often are equally vulnerable.
General purpose of the position
Support the overall programme management and development of the South Sudan mission
To manage and oversee the development of the assigned projects such as Health and Nutrition, Water and Sanitation Hygiene with effectiveness and efficiency.
[Main Responsibilities and Tasks
Programme Management
Develop and revise programme of activities for INTERSOS SS mission
Prepare and review strategies related to the rollout and development of integrated WASH Health and Nutrition activities and project
Ensure that all projects are reaching high quality of performance through coordinating implement of the organisation's tools and approaches
Ensure ongoing learning on good practices and sectoral standards relevant to the assigned projects and monitoring system and tools are developed and used by project managers and sector coordinators
Promote teamwork and coordination across sectors to ensure integration and homogenous quality implementation of programmes
Enhance a positive identity of INTERSOS across all Programmes
To build a strong collaborative network among partners and community in the spirit of
the participatory approach of INTERSOS programmes
Program Quality
Develop and update minimum standards for programme implementation across strategies
Ensure with the support of the Protection Coordinator that all sectors are considering Protection Mainstreaming actions and AAP in all activities
Ensure strenghtening of existing presence through complementary integration of INTERSOS sectors of intervention
Coordination
Ensure 5W matrices are submitted to national clusters as agreed,
Coordinate internal cross sector communication and updates
Represent INTERSOS with national and state authorities, non-state actors I/NNGOs, donors etc. in Juba
Human Resources
Ensure ongoing training of team, re-recruit where necessary
With administration section ensure procedures are followed for staff, updated details on file, ToRs are in place and followed, payments are followed up on
Required Profile and Experience
Education
University degree at Masters level of relevant sectors and fields or demonstrated programme management experience
Professional Experience
Experience (5 years) working in a complex context is required
Knowledge of proposal development is essential
Intersectoral experience or similar positions are an asset
Experience managing integrated projects is an asset
Knowledge of the different sectors of intervention is a must
Professional Requirements]
Strong skills in communication, mediation and negotiation
Strong understanding of stakeholders and stakeholder management
Proposal writing, grant development
Team management skills
Languages
Excellent written and spoke English are essential
Personal Requirements
Willingness to live in the field including in temporary bases and to accept basic living standards and movement restrictions
Willingness to work adapt and productively work in insecure, volatile, or harsh environments
Strong team spirit
Flexibility Problem solving attitude solutions oriented
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should apply online by 16th May 2019
For further information and to apply, follow the link below:
https://www.intersos.org/en/work-with-us/#intersosorg-vacancies/vacancy-details/5cb83bbf8db50d0af9f159e9/
In case you encounter difficulties applying through INTERSOS' platform, you can also apply by sending your CV, motivation letter and 2 references via email to recruitment@intersos.org , with subject line: "SR-41-1015 - Programme Coordinator – South Sudan".
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for the first interview.
For more information and job application details, see; INTERSOS Programme Coordinator Jobs in South Sudan
