All UN jobs in Abidjan, Cote d'Ivoire

Closing date: 2019-04-29

TERMS OF REFERENCE FOR INTERNSHIP

Organizational Unit: Protection

Duty station: Abidjan

Duration of the internship: 3 months (with possibility of extension)

Expected start date: 15 May 2019

Background information/Organizational Context

C te d Ivoire is gradually recovering from nearly 10 years of conflict that came to a peak in late 2010 and early 2011 with the presidential election and a post-election crisis that displaced more than 1 million people internally and nearly 300,000 in the region.

One of UNHCR's priorities in C te d'Ivoire is the voluntary repatriation of Ivorian refugees in neighbouring countries. 270,762 Ivorian refugees have been repatriated since 2011 despite the interruption due to the Ebola virus outbreak, of which 72,156 with the support of UNHCR.

C te d Ivoire is also one of the few countries to recognize the existence of a stateless in situpopulation, considered one of the largest in the world. In 2013, the government acceded to both Statelessness Conventions and took steps to adopt the Abidjan Declaration and the Regional Action Plan to eradicate statelessness in 2015 and 2017, respectively. UNHCR works closely with the Ivorian government, partners and the statelessness networks to ensure the identification of stateless persons, the protection of their rights, and the reduction and prevention of statelessness.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Study the main protection challenges facing stateless persons and in risk populations in Cote d Ivoire, with a view on migration. The outcome of this task can be presented in terms of a study, report or any other information document that can be used by the office.
• Liaise with the protection monitoring unit to further streamline identification and protection of stateless persons in the field; ensure appropriate protection referral pathways, and conduct analysis of the caseload so as to bolster data-driven advocacy;
• Support the engagement with the different statelessness networks that were created since 2017, namely, the Parliamentarian network, the NGO coalition, the journalist network and the friends of statelessness initiative. Promote communication with academia.
• Support the roll-out of large-scale communications and awareness-raising activities and the implementation of the statelessness mapping report s recommendations;

Take part in activities related to Refugee Status Determination procedures ;

• And, complete all other duties as required.

Minimum qualifications required

Bachelor s degree in law, international relations, or other related degree;

Fluent in French and English.

Eligibility

In order to be considered for an internship, candidates must meet the following eligibility criteria:

• Recent graduate (having completed their studies within one year of applying) or current student in a graduate school programme from a university or higher education facility accredited by UNESCO; and

An individual whose father, mother, son, daughter, brother or sister is a staff member of UNHCR, including a Temporary Appointment holder or a member of the Affiliate Workforce, is not eligible for an internship.

Allowance

Interns who do not receive financial support from an outside party will receive an allowance to partially help to cover the cost of food and local transportation.

The UNHCR workforce consists of many diverse nationalities, cultures, languages and opinions. UNHCR seeks to sustain and strengthen this diversity to ensure equal opportunities as well as an inclusive working environment for its entire workforce. Applications are encouraged from all qualified candidates without distinction on grounds of race, colour, sex, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation and gender identity.

To Apply:

Interested candidates should submit their Personal History Form (P11), a motivation letter and a CV by e-mail to ICOABHR@unhcr.orgby 29 April 2019 at 23h59 GMT.

Closing date: 2019-04-30

M decins Sans Fronti res (MSF) is an international medical humanitarian organization created in 1971 that provides medical assistance to populations affected by armed conflict, epidemics, natural disasters or exclusion from healthcare. MSF France is present in 30 countries. We welcome candidates who bring a wide variety of backgrounds and experiences to join us in working toward MSF s common mission.

MSF is seeking a :

IT Regional Technical Referent (RTR)-West Africa M/F

MSF OCP has been permanently present in Nigeria-Liberia- Mali- Niger

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:

As the primary focal point in his/her area for IT, applying his expertise into field projects and providing strategical technical support to coordination and field teams in the countries in his/her region according to MSF policies, guidelines and procedures in order to support the broader operational objectives of the mission

SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES:

• At the request of the coordination teams and based on the terms of reference established by its Logistics Coordinators, conducting assessments in the countries of his/her region. Proactively developing and proposing overall field visit schedules and suggesting any relevant changes based on operational needs
• Liaising with the ICT Program manager in HQ, contributing in defining and improving the policies related to her/his area of specialization by providing feedback based on his/her experiences. Providing recommendations for program as well as broader operational objectives, its implementation or improvement, according to MSF policies, guidelines and procedures (E.g. 3 years investment plan). A focus will be made on IT security protocols.
• Providing technical support to the Logistics Coordinators in her/his geographic area, when necessary, with help from the Technical Advisor located in the HQ.
• Active role in the budget preparation with the Logistical coordinator to make sure all the needed components are considered.
• Monitoring the implementation of the ensuing technical projects related to his/her area of expertise for the countries of his/her region and conducting on at least an annual basis, an analysis of the project components related to her/his speciality. Prioritizing the recommendation to the missions according the ressources.
• Developing network and knowledge of local actors in his/her geographical area, related to his/her area of expertise (institutions, training centers, suppliers etc., as relevant)

• At the request of the training managers, contributing to the definition of training content generally related to his/her area of expertise and facilitating the sessions.

• Take part in the recruitment of the IT officers and on their technical training.

• Implementing all new policies, procedures, deployment of equipment, etc. regarding his/her area of expertise in the countries of his/her region

• Drafting visit reports and annual activity reports

• When requested, participating in emergency operations in her/his geographic area

PROFILE:

Experience:

Experience at international NGO field projects is required

MSF experience is a plus

Significant professional experience (at least 2 years) in her/his specialty area is required

Good command of project management and management and training-related knowledge

Education:

Essential degree and Specialization on IT

Languages:

English and French fluent

Skills:

Strategic Vision L2

Leadership L2

People Management and Development L3

Service Orientation L3

Teamwork and Cooperation L4

Level: (1) : Basic ; (2) : Advanced ; (3) : Expert

Contract Conditions : CDD 2years contract, full-time, based in Abidjan, Ivory Coast

Salary:according to experience and MSF salary grid

Starting Date: JULY 2019

You may post your application (Letter of Motivation and CV) any time before 30^THapril 2019 at :

https://www.msf.fr/agir/rejoindre-nos-equipes/offres-emploi

Only accepted candidates will be notified.

Closing date: 2019-05-01

IRC opened a country office and launched humanitarian assistance programming in 2004 and has transitioned its programming over the years to reflect the changes in the operational environment. At present, IRC Cote d Ivoire implements post-conflict development programming focused on the outcomes prioritized in its strategic action plan. IRC has extensive health, economic recovery, education, violence protection and response, youth, and water and sanitation programming with primary offices in Abidjan, Man, Yamoussoukro and Korhogo with an annual budget of $14.5 million.

SCOPE OF WORK

The Country Director for Cote d Ivoire is responsible for overall leadership and supervisory management of IRC offices and operations in the country, including stewardship of resources, staff safety and security, program quality and accountability, and performance management. The Country Director is IRC s principal representative to the Ivorian government, donors, international organizations, other NGOs and the media. The Country Director is expected to respond effectively to a constantly changing environment with effective development and humanitarian programs implemented directly and with Ivorian partner organizations. The Country Director will lead country program staff in pursuing the outcomes identified in the strategy action plan for 2016-2020, bringing them together to deliver high-quality, cost-effective programming results.

Success in this position requires an individual with exemplary leadership abilities who deploys strong communications and interpersonal skills effectively, both internally and externally. The successful candidate will enjoy developing networks to build partnerships and diversify program resources. Given the operating environment, the Country Director is expected to be attentive to risk management. S/he will be directly responsible for the overall coordination and strategic direction of the country program; providing oversight and coaching for directly supervised senior managers; leading country program teams to identify, design and deliver responsive, high-quality programs; ensuring efficient management of public grants and private funds for results, compliance and focused, timely reporting; and oversight of financial management and compliance systems.

Based in Abidjan, the Country Director oversees all IRC operations in Cote d Ivoire. Reporting to the Regional Vice President, this position receives support from regional and headquarters staff in the areas of program quality, new business development, safety and security management, finance, operations management, and external affairs. The Country Director is additionally expected to actively participate in defining the IRC s public advocacy positions.

The overall security situation in Cote d Ivoire is dynamic, and varies from one IRC operating area to another. Security is relatively stable with few immediate security threats, although there may be some issues as the country gears up for the election in 2020.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

Leadership and Representation

Lead the country program by maintaining open and professional relations with colleagues, promoting a strong team spirit and providing guidance, oversight and resources to enable staff to perform successfully.

Develop and carry out strategies that result in strong representation with: Ivorian Government authorities at various levels; donors including CDC, USAID, World Bank, Master Card Foundation, AfD, Ivorian government, European Union, private donor; UN and other international organizations; international and local NGOs; and networks such as the INGO Forum.

Ensure that the IRC remains a partner of choice for major international donors.

Develop and maintain a high level of understanding of donor priorities and planned funding.

Initiate and sustain strong, mutually beneficial and authentic partnerships with Ivorian organizations.

Seek out and pursue opportunities to raise the profile of the work of the IRC and its partners in Cote d Ivoire, as well as the lives and the needs of the people the IRC seeks to serve.

Strategic Direction, Program Quality and Growth

Set the strategic vision and direction of the country program to serve more people with the most responsive and highest quality programming possible, and secure the resources necessary to do so.

Align programming to the country program strategy action plan, sectoral expertise and technical standards.

Ensure program quality through consistent use throughout the country program of: rigorous assessment, design, and proposal development and review processes; comprehensive monitoring and evaluation, accountability and learning systems; staff development investments; and partner organization capacity strengthening.

Remain current on national and regional issues impacting the country program and partners, and develop responsive strategies to ensure the IRC mission can be carried out appropriately in case of contextual changes.

Ensure country program alignment with and involvement in meeting regional objectives.

Identify opportunities for appropriate expansion and growth of programs, supported by the acquisition and investment of human resources.

Ensure timely submission of competitive, responsive and high-quality proposals, and lead negotiations with donors and build on established links with Ivorian Ministries.

Safety and Security Management

Take primary responsibility for overall management of safety and security for the country program.

Oversee the management of all security issues, including appropriate response to emergency situations as they arise.

Create and maintain a culture of safety and security throughout the country program, including trainings and briefings that prepare all country program staff for security incident prevention and response.

Keep security, evacuation and contingency plans current and accessible to country program staff.

Maintain close coordination and communication with the Regional Safety and Security Advisor on safety and security concerns and evolving issues that could adversely affect IRC staff or operations.

Staff Performance Management and Development

Supervise and mentor direct-report staff, including communicating clear expectations, setting performance objectives, providing regular and timely performance feedback, and leading documented semi-annual performance reviews.

Provide constructive feedback and counsel on appropriate career paths and professional development for IRC staff.

Oversee the management, coaching and development of national and international staff to build a cadre of skilled, committed and motivated personnel.

Continue to pursue nationalization of senior management positions.

Promote and monitor staff care and well-being. Model healthy work-life balance practices. Support appropriate interventions in response to identified staff care needs of both national and international staff.

Offer leadership support for successful adherence by all staff to IRC s Global HR Operating Policies and Procedures.

Work with regional HR staff to identify and implement recruitment and retention strategies.

Undertake regular reviews of labor and salary markets in Cote d Ivoire for the purpose of enhancing the competitiveness of the IRC s overall compensation package for national staff.

Stewardship and Operational Management

Drive operational excellence to achieve optimal efficiency and cost-effectiveness in all functions and operations of the country program.

Oversee the development, deployment and utilization of financial and operational policies, procedures, and systems to deliver compliance with IRC and donor requirements.

Ensure responsiveness and appropriate levels of in-person and remote support to all offices, especially in the areas of HR, finance and supply chain.

Provide timely and effective oversight of the Cote d Ivoire country program s financial position.

Maintain effective and coordinated budget monitoring processes for grant funds and discretionary funds.

Seek opportunities to introduce efficiencies and eliminate redundancies in existing business processes.

Communications

Model and encourage active practice of the principles of the IRC Way Global Standards for Professional Conduct throughout the Cote d Ivoire country program.

Maintain a healthy and empowering office environment that encourages open, honest and productive communication among IRC staff and with partner organizations.

Maintain open communications with regional management staff, regional technical advisors, and HQ departmental staff.

Supervisory Responsibilities:Direct reports include the DDP, the Finance Controller, the Supply Chain Coordinator and other support leadership positions.

Key Working Relationships

Internal: WA regional vice president and DRD; WA regional team; other WA Country Directors; HQ departmental staff, as appropriate.

External: Partner organizations, host country government officials, public and private donor agencies, international and national NGOs, UN agencies, foreign governments.

Professional Standards

The IRC and IRC staff must adhere to the values and principles outlined in IRC Way Global Standards for Professional Conduct. These are Integrity, Service, and Accountability. In accordance with these values, the IRC operates and enforces policies on Beneficiary Protection from Exploitation and Abuse, Child Safeguarding, Anti-Workplace Harassment, Fiscal Integrity, and Anti-Retaliation.

PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

Graduate degree in a relevant field

At least ten years of progressively responsible international work experience, including at least three years in a leadership role at the Country Director level of multi-site, multi-sectoral operations in a complex operating environment

Experience of building personal networks at a senior level, resulting in securing new opportunities for the organization

Demonstrated successful leadership and management experience with a multi-disciplinary team in a cross-cultural setting, including active mentoring and coaching

Proven experience delivering appropriate levels oversight of a portfolio consisting of a variety of complex, high-value donor-funded projects

Extensive representation and fundraising success, including prior experience with European, US and international development donors

Experience of managing security in a fluid environment

Proven ability to negotiate and work with partner organizations. Experience with organizational capacity strengthening and partnership building helpful

Strong budget and fiscal oversight capacities

Established capacity to deal with ambiguity in stressful situations

Ability to respond to multiple priorities in a timely manner, producing high-quality outcomes

Previous experience working in Cote d Ivoire or in the WA region preferred

Fluency in French and English required

This position is based in Abidjan and is fully accompanied with an estimated 33% of the Country Director s time spent in other locations in Cote d Ivoire and the region.

https://rescue.csod.com/ats/careersite/jobdetails.aspx?site=1&c=rescue&id=3843

Closing date: 2019-05-01

Chemonics seeks a consultant for development of the Global Health Security Agenda (GHSA) playbook in support of development of C te d Ivoire s emergency supply chain. The playbook will be developed based on three principle themes people and process, commodity planning, and transport and logistics and nine key dimensions that comprise the capacity of a country to develop its emergency supply chain. To support playbook development, the consultant will work in C te d Ivoire for six weeks with Integrated Health Supply Chain Technical Assistance Cote d Ivoire Task Order ( IHSC-TA) staff, the GHSA partner task force, and larger technical working group. We are looking for individuals who have a passion for making a difference in the lives of people around the world.

Responsibilities include:

• Review the emergency supply chain preparedness status in C te d Ivoire
• Develop emergency supply chain protocols for the eight pre-identified priority situations
• Develop emergency procurement protocols
• Guide the task force through adaptation of the playbook
• Draft a standard operating procedures manual and a guide for conducting public health emergency simulation exercises

Qualifications:

• Understanding of the components of the GHSA playbook, as piloted in Cameroon and Kenya or currently being rolled out in other countries
• Demonstrated leadership, versatility, and integrity
• Ability to travel to C te d Ivoire for six weeks
• Fluent French and English, both in speaking and writing

Please send an email with CV and cover letter with Consultant in the subject line to IHSCTAPlabookRecruit@chemonics.com. Finalists will be contacted.

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Closing date: 2019-05-05

1.Contexte

MdM-F est une association de solidarit internationale qui a pour mission de soigner les populations les plus vuln rables dans des situations de crises et d exclusion partout en France et dans le monde.

Bref expos du projet

MdM-F est implant e en C te d Ivoire depuis 1986.

Le projet R duction des risques a d marr dans la ville d Abidjan suite une tude men e en 2014 une tude bio-comportementale aupr s de 450 consommateurs r guliers de drogues (h ro ne, coca ne/crack). Cette tude a mis en vidence la forte pr valence des maladies infectieuses chez les Usagers de Drogues (UD) : VIH (5,4%), tuberculose (9,8%), h patites virales B et C (11% et 2,8%).

Sur la base de ces donn es, MdM met en uvre depuis 2015 un programme de R duction des Risques (RdR) aupr s des usagers de drogues dans la ville d Abidjan. Il s agit essentiellement d hommes (+/- 90%) fr quentant les fumoirs (lieux de consommation d Abidjan) et vivant pour leur grande majorit dans des conditions de vie et d hygi ne tr s pr caires. Plus de 90% des usagers de drogue sont pluri consommateurs (h ro ne + crack/coca ne) et consomment de fa on inhal e.

La premi re phase du projet a d marr en janvier 2015. Elle a t l occasion de mener un fort plaidoyer pour un meilleur acc s des UD aux services de sant et la prise en compte de leurs besoins sp cifiques en mobilisant les programmes nationaux et en travaillant notamment avec trois partenaires de mise en uvre et six associations communautaires. La premi re phase a permis galement de cr er un important dispositif d outreach en direction des consommateurs dans les fumoirs d Abidjan. Cette phase a pris fin en d cembre 2017.

Une deuxi me phase du projet a t formul e et a re u le soutien financier de plusieurs partenaires (AFD, Fonds Mondial et I5pc) pour la p riode 2018-2020. Cette deuxi me phase va permettre d assurer une continuit du travail effectu depuis 2015 en consolidant les acquis tout en accompagnant notamment la mise en place par l ONG Espace Confiance du premier centre communautaire de prise en charge des UD en Afrique francophone Abidjan : Le Centre d Accompagnement et de Soins en Addictologie (CASA).

L objectif final de cette deuxi me phase est de construire un mod le viable, qui pourra tre port par les partenaires de mise en uvre [1] et les associations communautaires apr s le d part de MdM. Le mod le devra tre suffisamment solide et pouvoir tre viable financi rement sur du long terme par les diff rents acteurs.

L initiative port e par M decins du Monde France visant la prise en compte des usagers de drogues au niveau politico-sanitaire par la mobilisation communautaire et l implication institutionnelle reste une exp rience novatrice et innovante ce jour en C te d Ivoire et en Afrique de l Ouest. C est pourquoi une d marche de capitalisation de ces activit s est programm e.

2.Objectifs de la consultance

MdM-F,dans le cadre de ce projet capitalisation, recherche un/des consultant(s) en vue de formaliser au fil de l eau (i.e. en continu et de fa on prospective) les connaissances et savoir-faire progressivement d velopp s dans le cadre du projet. Il est attendu de cette capitalisation de disposer de le ons apprises et d enseignements issus de l exp rience pour l am lioration des pratiques dans le cadre du projet en lui-m me ainsi que pour en faciliter la r plicabilit par d autres acteurs, notamment lorsque le projet sera termin .

Le budget total maximum disponible pour cette consultance est fix 15 000 EUR.

3.Profil recherch

Il est requis des bureaux d tudes ou des consultants individuels candidats :

• Une bonne exp rience en mati re de capitalisation ;
• Une bonne exp rience en mati re de coop ration au d veloppement ;
• Une expertise technique dans le domaine de la r duction des risques li e l usage de drogues ;
• Une exp rience professionnelle en C te d Ivoire et/ou Afrique de l Ouest ;
• Une excellente ma trise du fran ais ;
• Une grande disponibilit durant toute la dur e du processus et disposition pour effectuer des missions Abidjan plusieurs reprises (pour les candidats r sidant dans un autre pays).

4.Calendrier indicatif

Date limite pour manifester son int r t 05/05/2019 10h (hdP/CET)

Date limite pour une proposition compl te 02/06/2019 10h (hdP/CET)

Date souhait e pour le d marrage de l valuation 01/07/2019

Phase terrain de la consultance entre 25 et 30 jours, entre 15/07/2019 et 01/11/2020

Date souhait e pour la remise du rapport final d finitif 15/11/2020

Ce planning est indicatif et peut tre soumis modification.

5.Documents soumettre

Les consultants et/ou les bureaux d tudes qui souhaitent manifester leur int r t doivent transmettre :

• Un CV jour de 3 pages maximum pr cisant la soci t d valuation laquelle le consultant est rattach
• Une lettre d int r t de 3 pages maximum indiquant : exp riences dans des conditions semblables, r f rences concernant l ex cution de contrats analogues, dates de disponibilit pour mener la consultance, autres

Ces manifestations d int r t doivent tre envoy es l adresse suivante :

doi.applications@medecinsdumonde.netavec en objet la r f rence RdR C te d Ivoire / Capitalisation avant le 05/05/2019 10 h (heure de Paris/CET)

Six candidats au maximum seront short-list s et invit s soumettre une proposition compl te en r ponse aux termes de r f rence qui leur seront envoy s.

Les informations recueillies au stade de votre candidature font l objet d un traitement informatique destin constituer et archiver un dossier professionnel pour chaque candidature re ue et dans l ventualit d audit de nos proc dures internes. Les destinataires des donn es sont : la Direction Sant Plaidoyer (DSP) de M decins du Monde.

Conform ment la loi informatique et libert s du 6 janvier 1978 modifi e en 2004, vous b n ficiez d un droit d acc s et de rectification aux informations qui vous concernent, que vous pouvez exercer en vous adressant dsp@medecinsdumonde.netou M decins du Monde DSP 62, rue Marcadet 75018 Paris.

Vous pouvez galement, pour des motifs l gitimes, vous opposer au traitement des donn es vous concernant.

[1] La croix bleue, l ONG ASAPSU et l ONG Espace Confiance.

Les manifestations d int r t doivent tre envoy es l adresse suivante : doi.applications@medecinsdumonde.net

Closing date: 2019-05-31

As a UW employee, you have a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees offer their boundless energy, creative problem solving skills and dedication to build stronger minds and a healthier world.

UW faculty and staff also enjoy outstanding benefits, professional growth opportunities and unique resources in an environment noted for diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty. All of which has allowed the UW to be nationally recognized as a Great College to Work For for four consecutive years.

The International Training and Education Center for Health (I-TECH)is a center in the University of Washington s Department of Global Health that works in partnership with the University of California, San Francisco. I-TECH has projects in more than 20 countries, and its worldwide staff work with local ministries of health, universities, non-governmental organizations, medical facilities, and other partners to support efficient, well-ordered health care systems that provide high quality care to all citizens.

There are 147,947 Ivorian adults and children currently receiving antiretroviral therapy (ART) and 195,755 receiving clinical care in 2015. Health care workers rely on the services provided by the laboratory system to monitor the health of those in their care. Cote d Ivoirecontinues to experience challenges with access to quality HIV related testing despite past efforts, continued support is required to coordinate, synergize and scale up approaches that strengthen the national laboratory system. In 2016, I-TECH was awarded a 5-year grant from the US CDC-PEPFAR with a goal to build a functional laboratory network to reach 80% saturation for HIV care and treatment in selected districts by offering quality laboratory services and targeting blood banks to ensure quality of blood and blood products, working towards accreditation of laboratories. Main project activities will be to provide direct technical assistance (TA) to National Public Health Laboratory (NPHL), district health teams, and PEPFAR implementing partners (IPs) to implement 6 key activities in PEPFAR-supported laboratories including:

• Strengthen national laboratory policies and increase adherence to national guidelines;
• Develop local capacity in biosafety and biosecurity (B&B);
• Develop skills in laboratory management and strengthen laboratory professions competencies;
• Implement QMS in the entire laboratory network;
• Improve and implement LIS for improved data management and utilization;

Support laboratory-related blood safety interventions and accreditation of 3 laboratories in National Blood Transfusion Services (NBTS).

The scope of this work is nationwide, with focus on the 79 districts identified for HIV program scale-up and sustain efforts.

The International Training and Education Center for Health (I-TECH)has an outstanding opportunity for a Country Directorlocated in Cote d'Ivoire.

The position of Country Director requires an individual with demonstrated expertise in public health program management and capacity development. The position requires effective communication with both domestic and international staff, the CDC Country Office in Cote d Ivoire, local Ministry of Health and other governmental bodies, US-based funders and other implementing partners within and beyond Cote d Ivoire.

The Country Director must provide leadership in developing sustainable programs and cope with rapid changes in both funding and programmatic direction as outlined by the funder, and effectively use available resources to meet those expectations. In addition, the Country Director is required to use sophisticated problem-solving skills and to successfully interface and communicate within the organization, across the I-TECH network, and externally to local stakeholders. This position will take responsibility in fulfilling I-TECH s scope of work by managing the implementation of I-TECH training, technical, and program activities to ensure that work plans are developed for each activity and deadlines are met.

The I-TECH Country Director, with support from the Seattle Headquarters Senior Program Manager and other HQ staff, is responsible for ensuring the effective implementation and administration of UW project activities in Cote d Ivoire.

The Country Director role reports to the I-TECH Managing Director in Seattle, and has dual accountability. Programmatically, the Country Director is accountable to the Principle Investigator (PI) whose work they are responsible for carrying out in Cote d Ivoire .Administratively, the Country Director is accountable to the Managing Director for ensuring work undertaken locally is efficient, effective and compliant with all human resource, legal, and financial policies.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Strategic Leadership:Success is measured by the extent to which the I-TECH Country Director advances the organization s mission, vision, and strategic priorities. Examples of activities:
Connect the work of I-TECH staff at all levels with the overall objectives and impacts of the organization.
Advance the work of I-TECH to achieve its strategic priorities, which are:

• I-TECH is positioned to contribute to the UNAIDS 90-90-90 targets, specifically the first 90;
• I-TECH supports the national HIV/AIDS Strategic information agenda;
• I-TECH is recognized as a university-based network that provides effective global health programming and technical assistance;
• The I-TECH network is supported by a diversified funding portfolio;
• The I-TECH network strengthens its capacity to serve as an effective global health partner to donors and governments.

Lead productive working relationships with national government representatives, local and international non-government organizations, and funders, including CDC s Global AIDS Program in-country staff.
In collaboration with I-TECH Executive Team, guide country level strategic planning.
Scan the horizon strategically for opportunities to strengthen the national health system.
Promote I-TECH s sustainability through new business development, diversification of I-TECH funding sources, and development of-TECH s technical expertise. Examples include expanding scope of current programs and adding new programs.
Participate in the leadership of I-TECH s network and build south to south partnerships within the network.
As requested, serve as the liaison for university academic work in-country.
Use and promote I-TECH operating principles in all facets of work.

Program Technical Excellence:Success is measured by the extent to which projects meet I-TECH s Program Standards and have a positive impact to strengthen national and provincial health systems. The Country Director will oversee senior managers to assure the following activities are accomplished:
Lead and participate in the development and implementation of critical program activities including strengthening national laboratory policies, advancing POCT/PT testing and certification, advocating implementation of a harmonized approach to QMS, strengthening laboratory information systems, and enhancing blood safety policies and implementation.
Lead programmatic efforts to improve the quality of laboratory systems in Cote d Ivoire.
Build technical expertise in-country responsive to locally-identified needs.
Establish and uphold high program standards and implement improvements based on assessments.
Design, implement and evaluate programs to demonstrate impact. Absence of evaluation implies an absence of implementation and impact.
Communicate outcomes to shape planning and policy.
Apply the technical and programmatic capacities of the I-TECH network and universities.
Participate in faculty-level work including supervising student research work and teaching programs.

Program Management:Success is measured by the extent to which the Country Director applies excellent management practices to assure programs are planned and implemented with high quality, on time, and under budget. The Country Director will oversee senior managers to assure the following activities are accomplished:
Ensure full implementation of awards to the maximal extent possible. This will be evaluated based on the deliverables in the work plan. In the pursuit of this goal the following responsibilities are important to success:

• Provide a high level of technical and administrative expertise to ensure success;
• Seek out the highest and most effective technical standards;
• Maximize the cost effectiveness of all activities.

Ensure a seamless working relationship between the country program and Headquarters staff, including PIs and Senior Program Manager, and participate in frequent (up to weekly) call with PI, Senior Program Manager and senior staff.
Create a management and organization structure to assure effective program implementation that incorporates the key management and technical services and technical assistance I-TECH can offer.
Employ and promote I-TECH management practices using a team-based management approach.
Plan budgets and workplans for multiple funding sources.
Assume overall accountability for attainment of program goals, objectives and deliverables.
Lead the development and implementation of a country program monitoring and evaluation plan.
Submit regular reports to funders and stakeholders. Respond in a timely manner to ad hoc reporting requests from CDC-Global AIDS Program, UW and other partners.
Communicate regularly and substantively with I-TECH headquarters on all project activities.

Operations, Fiscal, and Human Resource Management:Success is measured by the extent to which in-country capacity is strong, risk is managed, financial and operational systems and policies are employed, and excellent human resource practices are applied. The Country Director assures the following activities are accomplished:
Operations and Safety
Oversee development, application and regular updating of written policies and procedures for country office operations. Assure concordance between country project policies and procedures and I-TECH, UW, funder and national government requirements and regulations.
Oversee all administrative, logistical, security and risk management functions for the country office.
Ensure that I-TECH meets all requirements to be recognized as a legal entity by the host government.
Lead the implementation of recommendations from operations assessments.
Oversee the development, implementation and monitoring of in-country contracts and vendor agreements.
Oversee the implementation and use of I-TECH s Global Operations Manual at the country project level, with emphasis on in-country capacity development to attain or surpass standards.
Finance
Ensure financial systems meet UW requirements.
Based on delegated authority, provide oversight for all funds spent in-country and assure federal award compliance.
In collaboration with country office staff, prepare and monitor internal budget reports (e.g. budget projections, burn rates, monthly budget reports by activity code).
Prepare forecasts, and consider program implications.
Human Resources
Apply I-TECH, Department of Global Health, and UW principles throughout all aspects of staff oversight. Embody and engender those qualities that support an effective, efficient, inspired workplace.
Ensure that all contracts and employment packages are fair and consistent with local practice and labor law.
Hire, coach, evaluate, discipline and/or discharge employees as necessary.
Identify and lead staff professional development initiatives at the individual and group levels.
Identify strategies to retain and keep staff motivated in an ever changing funding landscape.

REQUIREMENTS:
Master s in Public Health, Health Administration or related field; and a minimum of five years of senior leadership experience in complex, multi-faceted public health programs to include at least three years of experience supervising managers, technical experts, and support staff.

Past experience demonstrating:

• Superb knowledge of and practical experience with health systems in Sub-Saharan Africa;
• Experience in designing and implementing complex and challenging HIV-related programs;
• Able to provide strong leadership and representation with staff, donors, partners, CDC and Ministry of Health;
• A commitment to scholarly work and generation and dissemination of knowledge;
• Highly skilled program manager;
• Knowledge of monitoring and evaluation methods and health information systems;
• Experience with budget development and management, and monitoring of fiscal systems;
• Working knowledge of US government and other federal awards and contracts systems, to advance project progress and comply with funder directives;
• Employee and partner relations skills, including demonstrated ability to bring together diverse professionals into a functioning, effective work team; fostering tactful, diplomatic, and culturally-appropriate communication;
• Demonstrated ability to facilitate effective collaboration with diverse partners;
• Ability to read and understand technical documents and journals and write letters, administrative, technical reports and scientific papers for publication in English language journals;
• Successful public presentation skills;
• Demonstrated experience working closely with government public health officials and agencies at all levels in a balanced and supportive capacity;
• Demonstrated ability to interact with persons from a variety of professional disciplines and from different levels of society in a tactful, diplomatic, and culturally-appropriate manner;
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, with balance between strategic leadership and attention to detail;
• Computer skills including MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook.
• Language requirements - Speaking/Reading/Writing of French and English is required. Preference will be given to candidates with Level IV French and Level IV English - speaking/reading/writing.

Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration.

DESIRED EXPERIENCE
MD or Ph.D. with strong public health and administrative skills;
Five years of project management experience in Sub-Saharan Africa;
Experience in public health program planning and evaluation;
Willingness to undergo further training and professional development in topic areas relevant to this position.

As a UW employee, you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs. For detailed information on Benefits for this position, click here.

WORKING ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
The Country Director must be available and willing to travel domestically in remote areas and internationally up to 15%. The position requires participation in conference calls and internet meetings outside of business hours several times per week in order to accommodate the time difference between the country office and HQ.

I-TECH operates within a grant-funded environment. Due to this, the total amount of this position s FTE may fluctuate based on program funding and needs.
This position is open to both local and international candidates.

COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY
The Department of Global Health recognizes that disparities in health around the globe stem from inequity. The Department encourages and supports the multiple identities of staff, faculty and students including, but not limited to, socioeconomic status, race, ethnicity, language, nationality, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, culture, spiritual practice, geography, mental and physical disability and age. The Department strives to become a local, national, and international leader in developing and maintaining increased representation and recognition of each of these dimensions of diversity among its faculty, staff, and students.

Application Process:
The application process for UW positions may include completion of a variety of online assessments to obtain additional information that will be used in the evaluation process. These assessments may include Workforce Authorization, Cover Letter and/or others. Any assessments that you need to complete will appear on your screen as soon as you select Apply to this position . Once you begin an assessment, it must be completed at that time; if you do not complete the assessment you will be prompted to do so the next time you access your My Jobs page. If you select to take it later, it will appear on your "My Jobs" page to take when you are ready. Please note that your application will not be reviewed, and you will not be considered for this position until all required assessments have been completed.

The University of Washington is a leader in environmental stewardship & sustainability, and committed to becoming climate neutral.

The University of Washington is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer.To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 / 206-543-6452 (tty) or dso@uw.edu.

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Closing date: 2019-07-01

As a senior member of the country team, the Deputy Director for Programs has overall responsibility to supervise, support, and enhance the quality, coherence, impact, and sustainability of all programs implemented by IRC in C te d Ivoire. S/he will monitor the implementation of the programmatic elements of IRC Cote d Ivoire s Strategic Action Plan (SAP) and the related initiatives, playing a lead role in fundraising and advocacy work of the country program.The Deputy Director for Programs will be based in Abidjan but s/he will be required to travel to field sites approximately 25% of his/her time. S/he will manage the Technical Coordinators and the Measurement Coordinator, and will co-manage the Grants Manager.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:

PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT, OVERSIGHT and COORDINATION

• Ensure effective and timely implementation of programmatic objectives of awards;
• Oversee and support all IRC program activities, including the supervision of four sector coordinators and the Measurement Coordinator;
• Assist Program Coordinators to develop and maintain monitoring plans, work plans, spending plans, staffing plans, etc. in collaboration with Operations, Finance and Grants;
• Co-supervise the Grants Coordinator with the Country Director;
• Organize and chair regular program coordination meetings with relevant staff;
• Visit filed offices regularly to provide oversight and guidance on project implementation;
• In collaboration with the Grants Coordinator and Sector Coordinators ensure that quality donor reports are generated and submitted to donors and NY in a timely manner;
• Oversee budget re-alignments and amendments when needed;
• Provide on-going problem-solving guidance for field offices regarding programmatic issues, planning issues, and difficulties encounters with local authorities and partners;
• Guide proposal development processes;
• Guide advocacy efforts on relevant sectoral policies and communities of practice;
• Develop strong working relationships with Technical Units and Technical Advisors to ensure adequate remote and in-country support in line with country office needs and strategic direction.

MONITORING, EVALUATION, ACCOUNTABILITY AND LEARNING

• Ensure that KITT (Key Indicators Tracking Tool) charts, and other relevant tools for all projects, are kept up to date, shared and used on a monthly basis;
• Develop staff understanding and use of IRC s Outcome and Evidence Framework;
• Support the M&E Manager to provide quality technical assistance to all program-specific M&E and client responsiveness staff;
• Support M&E Manager in staying up to date on IRC M&E practice and support for his/her staff through regular communication with the Regional Measurement and Action Coordinator (RMAC);
• Keep informed about monitoring and evaluation techniques and support tools which can be shared with program staff;
• Assist with technical assessments and evaluations by reviewing TORs, reports and checking quality of activities;
• Ensure adequate budgeting of M&E, accountability and learning activities in all proposals;
• Ensure effective and timely responses to client feedback mechanism.

2020 STRATEGY

• Under the supervision of the Country Director, coordinate the planning, development, implementation of IRC program initiatives, in accordance with the Program Development Priorities from the Strategic Action Plan (SAP) and liaise with IRC s Technical Units for technical guidance on implementation and new program design;
• Under the supervision of the Country Director, ensure effective and timely implementation of programmatic objectives of the Strategic Action Plan (SAP);
• Coordinate reporting on SAP progress;
• Supervise the roll out of program-related SAP initiatives: the Outcome and Evidence Framework, M&E/COMET, Client feedback, Good and Great standards, etc.

PLANNING and COORDINATION WITH OPERATIONS

• Work with the senior management team to develop operational budgets, which reflect a detailed understanding of situational parameters, beneficiary needs, available resources and technical possibilities;
• Ensure a close coordination and collaboration with the support departments to ensure an adequate synergy between programs and operations;
• Assist Sector Coordinators develop implementation plans and expenditure plans;
• Support and supervise implementation of finance controls for program expenditures in accordance with NY and CI policies and procedures;
• Oversee recruitment of all program staff and ensure the Performance Management System for program staff is carried out as required;
• Conduct training of IRC staff on program design, monitoring, and evaluation, report writing, and proposal development. Capacity building of both the expatriate and national staff members in the above-mentioned areas is a priority.

STAFF MANAGEMENT AND HUMAN RESOURCES

• Supervise and mentor direct-report staff, including communicating clear expectations, setting performance objectives, establishing a supportive environment while emphasizing accountability, providing regular and timely constructive performance feedback, and leading documented semi-annual performance reviews;
• Ensure staff receive adequate capacity building on topics such as program design, monitoring and evaluation, report writing, and proposal development, through supporting direct reports in collaboration with technical advisors to deliver trainings and coaching;
• Maintain open and professional relations with team members, promoting a strong team spirit and providing oversight and guidance to enable staff to successfully perform in their positions;
• Promote and monitor staff care and well-being. Model healthy work-life balance practices. Support appropriate interventions in response to identified staff care needs of both national and international staff;
• Work with the Senior Management Team to ensure that the Program team maintains a high work engagement;
• Work with HR staff to identify and implement recruitment and retention strategies;
• Model and encourage active practice of the principles of the IRC Way Global Standards for Professional Conduct throughout the Cameroon country program;
• Maintain a healthy and empowering office environment that encourages open, honest and productive communication among IRC staff and with partner organizations;
• Maintain open communications with regional management staff, regional technical advisors, and HQ departmental staff.

OTHER

• Represent IRC and IRC's interests with the government officials, donors, UN, and other operating and implementing partners;
• Assist the CD in developing a strong relationship with donors to ensure sustainable funding of programs;
• Act as CD when s/he is out of the country;
• Other activities/responsibilities as required.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in International Relations, Community Development, Economics, or related discipline;
• At least five years of oversees experience and seven years of experience in the management of post-conflict or development programs demonstrating successful experience delivering appropriate levels oversight for a portfolio consisting of a variety of complex, high-value donor-funded projects;
• Expertise and knowledge in a range of sectors (should include some or all of the following: health, women s protection and empowerment, economic recovery and development, child and youth protection and development, governance);
• Must be an innovative and creative problem solver, who has demonstrated ability for rapid, accurate analysis of complex issues, strong decision-making, and translation of programmatic priorities into operational strategies;
• Extensive representation, including prior experience with European, US and international donors;
• Proven ability at staff management, multi-tasking, time management and diplomacy;
• Strong oral and written communication skills, with ability to express ideas and concepts clearly and persuasively with senior internal and external stakeholders;
• Demonstrated skills and experience in NGO administration, finance and logistics systems;
• Motivated, positive individual who excels at taking initiative and is able to motivate team members to produce results under pressure;
• Fluent in English, proficient in French (or the opposite);
• Strong commitment to IRC s vision, mission and core values.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

• Based in Abidjan, with frequent travels in the country side.
• The IRC in C te d Ivoire currently operates with 430 staff and 28 partners.
• Family accompanied & Private housing.

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Closing date: 2019-10-13

Toutes les informations via http://www.iecd.org/agir-ensemble-2/travailler-a-liecd/postes-a-pourvoir-sur-le-terrain/chef-de-projet-hf-formations-agricoles- iecd-directeur-operations-de-pefaci-rci /

Mission

En tant que Chef de Projet - Formations Agricoles en C te d'Ivoire, vous aurez la responsabilit de la Direction op rationnelle de la PEFACI. Le CDP FA / DOP PEFACI:

1 / La mise en uvre op rationnelle du programme FA en C te d'Ivoire:

• Elabore et pilote le plan d'actions
• G re op rationnel du programme au quotidien:
  • Organiser la mise en uvre des activit s et d finir les priorit s
  • Suit et contr le les r sultats
  • G re les t ches administratives et logistiques (ex: achat, fournisseurs, maintenance, etc.)
• Assurer le suivi r gulier des indicateurs cl s du cadre logique
• Veille la qualit du programme et la mesure de l'impact sur les b n ficiaires
• Travaille dans une logique permanente de capitalisation en collaboration avec son responsable hi rarchique et la coordination th matique:
  • Exploite, enrichit et veille la transmission des informations (outils, guides m thodologiques, CR, pr sentations de formation de formateurs, etc.)
  • Contribuer des outils p dagogiques: mise en place des r f rentiels, laboration des livrets de formation, etc.
• Rend compte des activit s du programme tous les mois par le biais des "Synth ses mensuelles"
• Met jour les informations de r f rence du programme dans la Bo te outils du chef de projet

2 / G re les relations partenariales: techniques, financi res et institutionnelles

• Repr sentant le programme FA avec les partenaires techniques et financiers locaux avec le programme Pays et la responsable
• Elaborer, faire valider et transmettre les rapports narratifs et financiers aux partenaires financiers ne pas avoir la responsabilit (d but, cours et cl ture du projet)
• Suit et entretient les relations avec les partenaires techniques et financiers du programme FA bas s en C te d ivoire : actions de visibilit , visites de terrain, r unions
• Elabore, fait valider et transmet les conventions de partenariats aux partenaires financiers dont il a la responsabilit (d but, en cours et cl ture du projet)
• D veloppe les relations avec les autres acteurs de la formation professionnelle agricole : centres de formation priv s, associations de solidarit internationale, programmes tatiques, minist res, etc.
• S implique dans le lien institutionnel avec les partenaires de l IECD, en particulier l AFD et les minist res (Agriculture, Formation professionnelle et Education).

3/ Pilote les finances et le budget du programme en C te d Ivoire :

• Elabore et pilote le budget op rationnel annuel :
  • Assure le bon emploi des fonds, selon les proc dures bailleurs, IECD et PEFACI
  • G re de fa on responsable l engagement des d penses, en s adaptant aux financements disponibles
  • Effectue les actualisations trimestrielles du budget
• Contr le la bonne tenue de la comptabilit analytique de son projet
• Elabore et transmet les reporting financiers destin s aux partenaires financiers (r alis s & pr visionnels actualis s)
• Participe la pr paration des audits en collaboration avec l quipe du p le, les responsables administratifs C te d ivoire et la DAF Paris
• Participe aux activit s de recherches de financement

4/ Encadre les quipes du programme

• Recrute, accompagne, fid lise les quipes PEFACI dans une logique de transfert de comp tences
• Identifie les cadres et talents locaux cl s
• Anime l quipe PEFACI et d veloppe un sentiment de coh sion, d appartenance donne du sens l action de l IECD et de la PEFACI
• Fixe les objectifs et value ses collaborateurs conform ment aux proc dures RH
• Porte et transmet les valeurs de l IECD
• Assure la gestion administrative RH et le contr le de la mise jour des dossiers RH de son quipe en lien avec la RAF PEFACI
• Assure la gestion des arriv es et d parts des collaborateurs (formation, accompagnement, fin de contrat, rupture de contrat, d mission ) avec l appui de la coordination (Abidjan & Paris)
• Applique et participe l laboration de la grille de r mun ration de son quipe

5/ D veloppe la strat gie du programme et de l IECD

• Participe la r flexion strat gique et met en place des mod les conomiques et op rationnels innovants pour chaque centre de formation (EFA et IFERA)
• D veloppe la communication interne et externe du programme : assure la visibilit et la notori t newsletter, page Facebook, m dias locaux, organisation d v nements etc.
• Identifie et relaie des opportunit s de d ploiement d autres projets et programmes IECD dans le pays : formation agricole mais aussi autres m tiers (entrepreneuriat, sant , formation h tellerie restauration et autres formations)

Envoyez votre dossier de candidature (CV et lettre de motivation) R f. RCI CDP DOP FA