Database and Information Management Expert – National Project Personnel (NPP)

Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO)

Somalia Water and Land Information Management (SWALIM) Project
Vacancy Announcement FAO/SWALIM/10/01
Job Title: Database and Information Management Expert – National Project Personnel (NPP)
Deadline for application: 16th January 2011

Background
The Somalia Water and Land Information Management – SWALIM, is a long term programme aimed at enabling Somali institutions to provide
crucial information on water and land resources in an effective and efficient manner for use in emergency, rehabilitation, development and
decision support. The project is funded by the European Union and implemented with technical and managerial support from the Food and
Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO). The project is seeking the services of a Database and Information Management Expert
to support the development of a structured database application that will bring together several databases. The expert will carry out these tasks
in consultation with the Information Management and Capacity Building Coordinator and other theme coordinators following laid down
information management policies.

This Vacancy is open to male and female candidates. Qualified Somali nationals are particularly encouraged to apply.
Duty Station: Nairobi, with frequent travel to Somalia under UN security clearance.
Duration: 12 months (with possibility of extension)
Duties and responsibilities
The expert will be supported by the project database, geo-spatial information management and, IT officers and will be working under the
general guidance of the FAO Officer-in-Charge for Somalia, the direction of the Chief Technical Advisor and the direct supervision of the
Information Management and Capacity Building Coordinator, and will be responsible for developing a structured database management system
and managing all SWALIM information management and dissemination processes. He/she will specifically undertake the following:
• Design and implement a data system application to efficiently link and manage SWALIM thematic databases (HYDATA, HYDROMET,
SWIMS, IIMS, soils, land cover and land use and land suitability), geo-spatial datasets and data catalogues (AGRIS and Geo-Network).
The application shall provide functionality for storing, updating, processing and accessing the data.
• Lead the development and implementation of the application in consultation with the information management coordinator and closely
consult the water and land resources coordinators to ensure it functions as required and specified. Modify the application where necessary
and test its applicability to ensure it conforms to the specifications and, prepare the necessary technical documentations for the
application.
• Responsible for transferring the application and SWALIM databases to SWALIM field offices, Somali line ministries and its regular update
and, create a database repository for transfer to FAO headquarter in Rome.
• Develop Terms of Reference and supervise all outsourced database system application development work to ensure that contracts follow
specifications and deliver functional application components on time.
• Oversee all SWALIM information management processes including software and hardware functionality, data cleaning and processing,
databases updating and theme group information management support.
• Support the database and IT officers to properly manage SWALIM Intranet and website and, manage all intranet and website related
tasks including updating of website resources, updating of web data services (AGRIS, Geo-Network, weather and river data, FRRMIS),
ensuring availability at all times of web services, responding to users’ requests and monitoring site performance and usage.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Minimum Requirements
Candidates should meet the following:
• Advanced university degree (M.Sc. or equivalent) in Computer Science, Database Management, ICT or equivalent.
• Five years professional experience in database management, of which at least three in a senior position.
• Proven experience in developing database and information management applications including geo-spatial databases and web based
applications.
• Knowledge of open source technology information management systems
• Ability to work under minimum supervision with excellent communication skills (English language)
• Work experience in East Africa, particularly in Somalia, and/or in a complex emergencies.
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Candidates meeting the above qualifications are requested to submit a covering letter quoting Vacancy Announcement No.
FAO/SWALIM/10/01 along with their current Curriculum Vitae and completed FAO Personal History form (available at:
http://www.faoswalim.org/downloads/PHF form.doc), photocopies of certificates, name, address and e-mail address of three referees. E-mail is
the preferred means of receipt and the application letter should be sent to swalim@fao.org. Envelopes should also clearly be marked
‘CONFIDENTIAL - FAO/SWALIM/10/01 and sent to the following address:

The Human Resources Office,
FAO Somalia, Ground Floor,
UN Somalia Ngecha Road,
off Lower Kabete Road, Spring Valley,
P. O. Box 30470 - 00100,
Nairobi, Kenya
Applications must be received by the deadline. Late applications will not be considered. Only short listed candidates meeting the minimum
requirements will be contacted.

UNICEF Somalia Consultant - UN Joint Programme on Local Governance Job in Puntland Somalia

Ref: UNSOM/2010/037
Title: Consultant - UN Joint Programme on Local Governance

Type of Contract: Special Service Agreement (SSA)
Duty Station: Puntland (with frequent travel within Somalia)

Duration: 50 Days
No. of Posts: 2 (One for Education and one for Health)

Date of Issue: 1 December 2010
Closing date of Applications: 14 December 2010

Qualified candidates are invited to apply for a Consultancy position to support UN Joint Programme on Local Governance and decentralised service delivery service delivery in Puntland.

Purpose of the Post:

The purpose of this contract is to support in identifying the current service delivery practices within the Education and Health sectors as well as the current response to Law Number 7 of 2003 by the MOE and MOH and based on this determine if any functions within the remit of the Ministries can be devolved to the districts.

More specifically, using the Sector Guidelines developed by the JPLG as the main tool for analysis, this assignment will aim at:

I. Documenting, describing and analyzing how Education services are currently being provided by the Ministry of Education including laws/acts, systems, structures, procedures, regulations, staffing, staff profiles, staff development initiatives, and fund flows (including national budget and external resources) at all levels - central, regional and district level as well as service providers (see scope below).

II. Based on the above assessment, describe and document how the Ministry of Education currently responds to Law Number 7 in the provision of Education services.

III. Document and define the proposed roles and organization of the Ministry of Education following devolution of services to the districts in consultation with MOH.

IV. Make recommendations on the following:

    * Policy/ Strategies/ Guidelines to be updated/amended/developed.
    * Functions to be transferred to various levels -regions, district and zonal
    * Identify laws and regulations within the Ministry which need to be amended, changed or drafted in order to harmonize the legal framework.
    * Costing of all the key requirements including staffing needs for delivery of assigned functions and responsibilities following the devolution
    * Proposed roles of the Ministry of Education, staffing, and budgets in accordance to the new function responsibilities Phased plan including small scale pilots to address the assignment of functions to districts.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

Following the sector guidelines provided, the consultant will be expected to carry out the following tasks in order to achieve the above objectives:

    * Prepare an appropriate and acceptable methodology for the assignment that will include qualitative and quantitative information in consultation with UNICEF/JPLG team, MOE/MOH and other stakeholders.
    * Develop appropriate and acceptable data collection tools in consultation with MOE/MOH, and other stakeholders
    * Collect data and do analysis based on the proposed methodology and data collection tools
    * Compile a draft report of findings, lessons learnt and best practices, and challenges
    * Present and disseminate the study findings to UNICEF/JPLG and other stakeholders, and validate with MOE/MOH for inputs
    * Finalize report based on comments from UNICEF/JPLG, MOE/MOH and other stakeholders.

Qualifications and experience:

    * Master’s Degree in Public Administration, Planning, Education, Sociology, Decentralization, Economics, Political Science or related field.
    * Extensive experience in sector decentralization in complex and conflict or post conflict settings
    * Theoretical knowledge and practical experience working with local governance and sector decentralization.
    * Significant professional experience in rural communities of Africa.
    * Strong experience in promoting horizontal intersectoral collaboration in a decentralization process.
    * Demonstrated strong analytical, writing and problem solving skills required.
    * Experience working in Somalia an advantage or East African experience.
    * More than five years experience in research-program /project evaluation, sector decentralization in complex and conflict or post conflict setting and must have completed at least three high quality research/assessment, one of which must be on Decentralization.
    * Production of sample work is required.
    * Fluency in written and spoken English

Interested and qualified candidates should send their applications with updated UN Personal History Form (P11), updated CV, copies of academic certificates to the following addresses. UN staff are requested to provide last two Performance Evaluation Reports (PERs).

Please quote the vacancy number in your application.

Chief of Field Office
Vacancy Number 2010/037
NEZ- Bossaso,
Somalia

Or email to: somaliahrvacancies@unicef.org

Please note that documents submitted along with your applications will not be returned.

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted

Qualified female candidates are especially encouraged to apply

UNICEF is a non-smoking environment

Saferworld Project Coordinator Job in Somalia

Project Coordinator – Somalia/Somaliland, based in Hargeisa (Somaliland) with frequent travel in the region

Saferworld is an independent non-governmental organisation that works to prevent and reduce violent conflict and promote cooperative approaches to security.

We work with civil society, governments and international organisations to encourage and support effective policies and practices through advocacy, research and policy development, and through supporting the development of local capacities and structures.

The main focus of this role is to support implementation of Saferworld’s Somali Non-State Actors programme, a process that Saferworld has been supporting for the past six years.

The process aims to strengthen the participation of Somali Non-State Actors in national and international decision-making on peace, security and development through supporting the development and capacity-building of NSA platforms in the three Somali regions.

The successful candidate will be educated to degree level and have a minimum of five years’ experience of working on peace-building or development including work with civil society organisations.

They will also have good knowledge of English and preferably knowledge of Somali.

For a full job description, please visit http://www.saferworld.org.uk/smartweb/about/jobs

To apply please e-mail CV and covering letter, detailing how you meet the selection criteria to Marie Aziz at
recruitment@saferworld.org.uk
(please use subject heading: Ref: FCO).

Salary will be determined according to current market rates and the candidate’s skills and experience.

Deadline for applications: 8th November 2010.

UNICEF Kenya Jobs.Senior Executive Assistant

Senior Executive Assistant Kenya jobs.
United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF)
Humanitarian
Closing date: 07 Oct 2010
Location: Kenya – Nairobi

UNICEF SOMALIA

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT REF: UNSOM/2010/030

Title: Senior Executive Assistant
Category and Grade Level: GS-6
Type of Contract: Fixed Term
IMIS number: 14509
Length of Contract: One year
Organizational Unit: Office of UNICEF’s Representative (Front Office)
Duty Station: Nairobi
Date of Issue: 23rd September 2010
Closing date of Application: 07th October 2010

If you are qualified and looking for a chance to make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable Somali children while gaining opportunities for career growth, you are invited to apply for the post of Executive Assistant with UNICEF Somalia, to be located at the UNICEF Somalia Support Centre in Nairobi.

If successful, you’ll be part of a dynamic and passionate team in Nairobi and Somalia that works together to improve the health, nutrition, water, sanitation, hygiene, and basic education of Somali girls and boys and protect them protection from violence, exploitation and abuse”.

The successful candidate will be offered a Fixed Term Appointment for one year. Further extensions will be based on organizational needs, availability of funds and satisfactory performance.

Purpose of the Post
Under the supervision of the Policy Specialist in the Representative’s Office, the incumbent will provide administrative, secretarial and logistical support on all office management and representational functions of the Representative’s office, including quality control and coordination of the wide variety of activities and processes performed by this Office.

Major duties and responsibilities of Executive Assistant
• Prepare, maintain and follow-up a well planned and organized work schedule for the Representative by undertaking the following;

a. Making appropriate appointments, compiling required documentation, assemble briefing notes
for meetings, etc.
b. Ensuring all staff access to the Representative’s schedule through the common drive, notifications
as appropriate, etc.
c. Ensuring effective preparation of representation events

• Responsible for meeting preparation for Representative’s meetings/meetings of the Representative’s office and be responsible for ensuring logistical support as required, including to the Country Management Team (CMT) as alternate secretary. This will include:

a. Preparing relevant documentation, talking points, etc.
b. Circulating announcements of meetings, preparing and circulating action points, ensuring
adequate preparation of documents and meeting facilities
c. Effective liaison with transport section/ senior driver
• Maintain a well-organised documentation and archiving system for Representative’s office that includes organized filing system and provision of documentation/briefing, etc. as required

• Well developed and smoothly maintained relations with the Executive Assistants of Executive mansion, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Special Representative of the Secretary General, both Deputy Special Representative of the Secretary Generals’ offices through frequent interactions and sharing and acquisition of relevant information

• Effective and welcoming management of visitors to Representative’s office which includes:
a. Ensuring adequate preparation for receiving all visitors according to their needs/ purpose of visit
b. Providing materials as appropriate
c. Ensuring adequate follow-up, including note-taking where required.

• Effectively maintain and develop the office calendar and its update, as well be responsible for training section/unit assistants

Qualifications, experience & Skills
• At the minimum, completion of ‘A’ level Secondary School education, supplemented by University degree or relevant courses in Business Administration, Management and/or Project Administration. Knowledge of protocol issues.
• Six to seven years secretarial experience, at least two of which should be in an Executive Office.
• Excellent knowledge of English and the language of the duty station. Knowledge of Somali language and another United Nations working language is desirable.
• Demonstrated capacity for self-organization.
• Team work spirit is essential.
• Computer skills, including internet navigation, and various office applications.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a multi-cultural environment, and establish harmonious and effective working relationships both within and outside the organization.

How to apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their applications with updated UN Personal History Form (P.11) form, updated CV and copies of academic certificates. UN staff are requested to provide the last two Performance Evaluation Reports (PERs).

Please quote the vacancy number in your application.

Human Resources Manager
Vacancy Number 2010/030
UNICEF Somalia Support Centre
P.O. Box 44145-00100
Nairobi, Kenya
Or email to: somaliahrvacancies@unicef.org
Please note that documents submitted along with your applications will not be returned.

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

QUALIFIED FEMALE CANDIDATES ARE ESPECIALLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY

UNICEF IS A NON-SMOKING ENVIRONMENT

Project Coordinator – Community Safety Somalia

Based in Nairobi, Kenya

Saferworld is an independent non-governmental organisation that works to prevent and reduce violent conflict and promote cooperative approaches to security.

We believe that everyone should be able to lead peaceful and rewarding lives free from insecurity and violence. Saferworld has been working in Africa since 1997, with a primary focus upon East Africa and the Horn region.

We are seeking an experienced project coordinator to lead the implementation of our community safety work in Somalia, the purpose of our community safety work in Somalia is to enhance the capacity of key stakeholders to address community safety issues on a more sustained and inclusive basis.

The successful candidate will require excellent research and communication skills, together with experience of working in complex and politically-sensitive contexts.

For job descriptions please visit:
http://www.saferworld.org.uk/pages/current_vacancies_page.html_

To apply please send full CV and cover letter, detailing how you meet the selection criteria, to recruitment @ saferworld.org.uk (using Ref SomPM in the subject heading).

Deadline for applications: 30th November, 2009.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Programme Manager - Somalia

Based in Nairobi, Kenya

Saferworld is an independent non-governmental organisation that works to prevent and reduce violent conflict and promote cooperative approaches to security.

We believe that everyone should be able to lead peaceful and rewarding lives free from insecurity and violence. Saferworld has been working in Africa since 1997, with a primary focus upon East Africa and the Horn region.

In order to manage the delivery of an expanding programme in Somalia, we are recruiting for a newly-created senior position:

Programme Manager - Somalia

The post holder will manage the delivery of Saferworld’s programme in Somalia, which aims to strengthen the participation of Somali Non-State Actors in decision-making on peace, security and development.

The successful candidate will require at least 7 years experience working on conflict prevention, peacebuilding or development issues; experience of civil society capacity-building; and excellent project management skills. A competitive salary and benefits are offered.

For job descriptions please visit:
http://www.saferworld.org.uk/pages/current_vacancies_page.html_

To apply please send full CV and cover letter, detailing how you meet the selection criteria, to recruitment @ saferworld.org.uk (using Ref SomPM in the subject heading).

Deadline for applications: 30th November, 2009.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Database Application Developer - Food Security and Nutrition Analysis Unit for Somalia (FSNAU)

The FAO Managed Food Security and Nutrition Analysis Unit for Somalia (FSNAU) seek to hire a Database Application Developer. The person will report directly to the FSNAU Data Systems Manager with overall supervision of the Chief Technical Advisor (CTA) of the FSNAU. The person will work closely with the Food Security, Nutrition and Research teams of the unit to meet their needs in analysis, applications and tools.

Specific Duties and Tasks:

Database and Application programming
• Program application modules for the FSAU internal/external usage. These include server and client side programming
• Develop various databases using open source programming in a web-based environment, for integration in the FSAU database system.
• Attend and conduct necessary meetings to plan and program any modules, including database, intranet, website, digital library, staff tracker, and staff calendar
• Assist in the conceptual development of applications
• Maintain the FSNAU applications currently in existence and modify/amend whenever necessary

Training and Documentation
• Train users (administration and system) using the various database and system applications
• Systematically document programming code and system technical descriptions

Data Analysis
• Assist in food security and nutrition analytical activities to ensure proper data collection instruments are developed, data are properly collected, managed, stored, validated, and entered into the FSNAU Integrated Database
• Support in the development, modification, and running of the various food security and nutrition analytical tools and programmes, such as the HIS, Herd Dynamics Modeling, urban analysis, and others

Web Development
• Develop FSNAU Website with assistance of all stakeholders.
• Development of content management software and support FSNAU staff in updating information on the website.
• Work with the Data Systems Manager as needed to develop new applications for website.
• Develop and maintain online digital library

User Support
• Train, configure and assist with advanced functionality of Office Suite Applications (Microsoft Office), including spreadsheets (Excel), Word Processing (Word), Presentation (Power Point), Email (Outlook), and Internet (Internet Explorer/Mozilla)
• Assistance/Backup Support to IT Support, Data Entry/Analysis, Publications, and GIS

Minimum Requirements
• Degree or Certificate in related field
• 2+ years work experience in projects involving database programming and/or application development, database administration, etc.
• 2+ years programming in Open Source languages and Open Source Operating Systems (MySQL, PHP, Java, HTML, XML, , JSP, Java, ODBC, etc)
• Ability and willingness to travel throughout Somalia

Selection Criteria
• Expert knowledge of computer hardware and software
• Ability to lead application development
• Ability to be a team player in a diverse and high pressure environment
• Service oriented approach in delivering IT, programming and analytical support
• Responsible and eager to work
• Creative and thinks critically
• Accepts supervision but is self-motivated

Duty Station: Nairobi with possible travel to Somalia



HOW TO APPLY:

Candidates are requested to submit a cover letter quoting the Position Title and Vacancy Announcement No. FAO/FSNAU/VI/2009/007, along with their current/detailed Curriculum Vitae and FAO Personal History (PH) form (available at http://www.fao.org/VA/adm11e.dot). E-mail is the preferred means of receipt and the application should be sent to jobs@fsnau.org. The subject line of the e-mail message should read CONFIDENTIAL – FAO/FSNAU/VI/2009/007. If making a hard copy submission, the envelope should be clearly marked CONFIDENTIAL – FAO/FSNAU/VI/2009/007 and sent to the following address:

Food Security and Nutrition Analysis Unit
Ngecha Road, Off Lower Kabete Road
Box 1230 Village Market
Nairobi, Kenya.

Applications may not be faxed.

Applications must be received by the deadline. Late applications will not be considered.

Only short listed candidates meeting all essential qualifications will be contacted.

Capacity Building/GED Advisor Job Vacancy: Care International Somalia / South Sudan

Care International Somalia / South Sudan

Capacity Building/GED Advisor – Job Ref: SUD/EX00185

CARE Somalia/South Sudan is an International NGO working in Somalia and South Sudan.

CARE and its partners work with vulnerable communities to address the underlying causes of poverty and promote peace and development, through its strategic goal to reduce poverty by empowering women, enhancing access to resources and services, and improving governance.

CARE is looking for a suitable candidate to fill the position of Capacity Building/GED Advisor its Upper Nile program.

Reporting to the Program Coordinator in Malakal and working in close collaboration with the Project Managers (Tagwiya, CIDA, LLP) and the Institutional Capacity Development Advisor, the Capacity Building/GED Advisor will be charged with overseeing the process of capacity building (governance) and mainstreaming GED issues into programming in all CARE Upper Nile Programs.

Capacity building for communities and local government institutions and GED mainstreaming are key tasks for the position.

This will involve conducting capacity assessment and capacity development for local government staff, development committees and communities. In addition the position will have the responsibility of conducting participatory planning exercises to define project priorities in selected Payams and ensuring that GED issues are taken into account both at community and project level.

Specifically on GED the position will ensure that women benefit from all project interventions and are equitably represented in project committees (PDCs, WUCs, women farmer groups, and VSLA groups). This will strengthen their ability to play an active role in the development and reconstruction of their communities, while improving their standard of living.

Key Competencies

• Maintaining social, ethical, and organizational norms; firmly adhering to codes of conduct and ethical principles inherent to CARE.
• Focusing and guiding others in accomplishing work objectives; fostering trust and dialogue to enhance performance of self and others.
• Working effectively and cooperatively with others toward shared goals; establishing and maintaining principle-centered working relationships,
• Clearly conveying information and ideas through a variety of media to individuals or groups in a manner that engages the audience and helps them understand and retain their message,
• Taking prompt action to accomplish objectives in times of uncertainty or in fluid contexts,
• Excellent planning and organizational skills,
• Identifying opportunities to establish effective strategic relationships with other individuals, teams, departments or external organizations, to help achieve CARE’s objectives,

Required skills and qualifications

• A masters degree in Development Studies, International Development, Social Sciences or any other relevant technical area with specific training on GED, Capacity Building, and Participatory Approaches.
• At least three (3) years working an International Organization within the organizational development/capacity building and gender sector
• Specific experience in addressing community-focused actions and direct technical oversight capacity building/GED through local implementing partners.
• Hands on experience in conducting participatory planning with communities in conflict and post-conflict settings
• Experience in community group development and organization
• Proven competence in computer skills and excellent skills in Ms Word, Excel and MS PowerPoint
• Demonstrated competence in successfully capacity building communities, CBOs and local government
• Demonstrated experience in the application of participatory planning methodologies and tools

Desired skills and qualifications

• Knowledge of the Arabic language, written and spoken.

This is an unaccompanied position based in Malakal in South Sudan with travel to other program areas including Pagak. The incumbent should be willing to live in an isolated area, with basic living conditions.

Closing date for receiving application will be 11th November, 2009. The short-listed candidates will be contacted by 30th November, 2009.

Applications and CVs should be sent to:

The Human Resources Officer
CARE Somalia /South Sudan
P O Box 2039 KNH 00202
Nairobi, Kenya
Email: hr @ ci.or.ke

Applicants sending their applications through email should clearly mark on the subject “Capacity Building/GED Advisor JOB REF: SUD/EX00185”

CARE is an Equal Opportunity Employer, promoting gender, equity and diversity and women candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

PROGRAM MANAGER - CARE INTERNATIONAL SOMALIA / SOUTH SUDAN

CARE INTERNATIONAL SOMALIA / SOUTH SUDAN

PROGRAM MANAGER – JOB REF:SUD/EX000183

CARE Somalia/South Sudan is an International NGO working in Somalia and South Sudan. CARE and its partners work with vulnerable communities to address the underlying causes of poverty, and promote peace and development by strengthening civil society, responding to emergencies and advocating for policy change.

CARE is looking for a suitable candidate to fill the position of Program Manager for the Tangwiya in South Sudan. The Program Manager will report to the Program Coordinator, and will be responsible for carrying out the planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation activities of the Tangwiya initiative in accordance with CARE programming principles/standards and donors’ contractual obligations. The incumbent will also be responsible for overseeing the project resources, supervising project staff and maintaining coordination and liaison with other CARE projects and counterparts as well as preparing timely project reports. This will involve participation and contribution to advancing subsequent project phases according to the program unit plans, active participation of civil society organizations in the project activities, maintain a proactive and vibrant linkage with the Upper Nile State Ministries of water, education, health, agriculture and other departments of relevance to these multi-disciplinary focused livelihood and capacity building initiatives.

Key Competencies

• Maintaining social, ethical, and organizational norms; firmly adhering to codes of conduct and ethical principles inherent to CARE.
• Focusing and guiding others in accomplishing work objectives; fostering trust and dialogue to enhance performance of self and others.
• Working effectively and cooperatively with others toward shared goals; establishing and maintaining principle-centered working relationships,
• Clearly conveying information and ideas through a variety of media to individuals or groups in a manner that engages the audience and helps them understand and retain their message,
• Taking prompt action to accomplish objectives in times of uncertainty or in fluid contexts,
• Excellent planning and organizational skills,
• Identifying opportunities to establish effective strategic relationships with other individuals, teams, departments or external organizations, to help achieve CARE’s objectives,

.

Required skills and qualifications

• A masters degree in Development Studies or one of the component areas; peace building/conflict mitigation, WASH, Livelihoods, SEAD,
• Three years experience related to the above activities of this project
• Strong financial, people and project management skills
• Experience in peace and partnership building
• Good data management background and computer skills
• Excellent negotiation, communication and report writing skills
• Good programming skills

Desired skills and qualifications

• Use of variety of communication systems, including radio and satellite phones

The Program Manager will be based at Malakal in South Sudan with travel throughout the projects areas. Applicants must hold valid travel documents. Closing date for receiving application will be 16^th October, 2009. The short-listed candidates will be contacted by 30^th October, 2009.

Applications and CVs should be sent to:

The Human Resources Officer

CARE Somalia /South Sudan

P O Box 2039 KNH 00202

NAIROBI, Kenya

Email: hr@ci.or.ke

Applicants sending their applications through email should clearly mark on the subject “Program Manager JOB REF: SUD/EX000183”

CARE is an Equal Opportunity Employer, promoting gender, equity and diversity and women candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.