Action Against Hunger is a global humanitarian organization committed to ending world hunger and recognized as a leader in the fight against malnutrition. Founded in 1979, Action Against Hunger delivers programmes, in over 40 countries while committed to respect humanitarian principles as a non-governmental, non-political, non-religious and, non-profit organisation. Our mission is to save lives through the prevention, detection, and treatment of malnutrition, especially during and after emergency situations and conflict. Action Against Hunger intervenes in four main areas: Nutrition, Mental Health & Care Practices; Water, Sanitation & Hygiene; Food Security and Livelihoods; Advocacy and Raising Awareness.
Action Against Hunger is looking for Food Security & Livelihoods Program Manager in Basra.
Work place: Basra with frequent visits to ACF areas of interventions (Baghdad, Erbil, Mosul).
Type of contract: Initially Eight (8) months Fixed-Term contract with the possibility of extension.
Working Hours: Full Time Contract of minimum 40 hours per week up to a maximum of 48 hours per week.
Monthly Basic Salary: 2,854 USD basic salary.
Benefits: Monthly Transport Allowance (110 USD) + Medical Insurance + End of Year Benefit (30% of basic salary per year).
Purpose of the position: Identify and implement high quality FSL activities which are appropriate and comprehensive, in conformity with overarching strategy and the standards set internationally, by ACF and by national policies
Specific Objectives:
Assignment/Objective 1: Contribute to deliberations on strategy and the positioning of the FSL Department
The FSL Program Manager is responsible for:
- ongoing, systematic and thorough analysis of the humanitarian situation in respect of FSL and of the context of intervention in his/her field of activity;
- internal dissemination of information gathered and its analysis to the Field Coordinator and the HoD
- taking part in the determination of strategy in his/her area of activity and sectoral strategy at national level
- setting up projects consistent with the ACF Charter, the ACFIN 2015 strategic framework, the policies of FSL and other ACF sectors, national strategic and other legal texts produced by ministers responsible for the FSL sector, and key international documents in the sector (Standards SPHERE and WHO, )
- ensuring that teams have a clear understanding of these documents
- participating, as and when necessary, in the development of the FSL section of the emergency response plan in his/her area of activity
- promoting transversal integration of the FSL sector with other sectors, in collaboration with the Field Coordinator
- taking cognizance of transversal problems associated with FSL initiatives (HIV, gender issues, disaster management, environment, persons living with disabilities, )
Assignment/Objective 2: Identify needs and contribute to project elaboration
The FSL Program Manager is responsible for:
- Identifying humanitarian needs in the field of FSL and in his/her area of activity, this to include the submission of reports pertaining to such matters
- Including, where appropriate, target populations and local actors in the identification of needs and ways of responding to them
- Participation in defining FSL programs
- Contributing to the writing of the FSL sections of project proposals
Assignment/Objective 3: Set up, implement and report on FSL projects
The FSL Program Manager is responsible for:
- Setting up of the FSL program(s) taking into account the logical framework of the program(s), the budget, and the logistical and administrative processes of ACF
- The quality of the programs established in conformity with the technical and project management standards of ACF
- Familiarizing him/herself thoroughly with his/her projects, the issues involved, the logical framework and indicators; retaining printed copies of all funding agency contractual documents; sharing all such information with his/her teams
- Identifying the technical constraints associated with the implementation of the projects
- Proposing innovative technical solutions in response to such constraints
- The implementation of technical recommendations concerning his/her project (Head of Department, Technical Advisor at Headquarters, Experts, Evaluators, etc.)
- Supervising his/her programs, by means of internal APR monitoring tools, regular presence in the field, maintenance of a timeline, monthly review of the budget
- Maintaining the profile of both the funding agency and ACF on the project sites
- Preparing in time to meet deadlines the FSL components of external and internal reports relating to his/her projects
- Identifying and implementing safety measures for both the teams and the wider population (building sites, community-based sites …)
Assignment/Objective 4: Contribute to the quality, accountability and impact measurement process of his/her program
The FSL Program Manager is responsible for:
- Promoting and taking part in the evaluation of the impact of his/her project (external assessment)
- Promoting and contributing to learning and improvement of quality (internal evaluation and joint visits)
- Implementing complaints procedures for ethical and transparency reasons, particularly in respect of the beneficiary populations
- Ensuring that a double CAP survey is put in place (baseline/final)
Assignment/Objective 5: Participate in the coordination, representation and partnerships of ACF in his/her area of intervention
The FSL Program Manager is responsible for:
- Coordination of activities with other sectors and departments of ACF in order to ensure rational use of resources and optimum integration
- Participation in visits by funding bodies whenever requested by the Country Director or the Field Coordinator
- Representing ACF and ensuring coordination with partners, the authorities, agencies of the United Nations and NGOs in his/her sector, in collaboration with the Field Coordinator
- Contributing to the process of selecting partners, formalizing partnerships and enhancing their capabilities (local NGOs, international NGOs, national authorities, private agencies etc...)
- Reinforcing the FSL capabilities of partners
Assignment/Objective 6: Supervise and manage the team
The FSL Program Manager is responsible for:
- Determining size and recruitment of his/her team
- Team management (leadership, monitoring, motivation)
- Evaluation of team members
- Staff development of team members
Assignment/Objective 7: Contributing to capitalization and technical development in his/her sector
The FSL Program Manager is responsible for:
- Capitalization of program-related data and documentation of the innovations achieved
- Dissemination of the technical and operational expertise acquired in the course of the program
- Contributing to the upward transmission of data from the ground the better to inform ACF communications
Recruitment Criteria:
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Qualification/Degree: |
Minimum Requirement: Bachelor Degree in business, social sciences, or economic studies.
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Professional Experience |
3 years of work experience in a similar and relevant field with project cycle management experience and with team management experience. |
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Technical Skills |
Advanced skills in: Micro and small enterprise development, apprenticeship and vocational training, and business and employability skills training. Complementary skill in: Community and gender-based approach. Solid command of project cycle management. Experience with internal and external reporting. Experience in income generating project and/or market-oriented activities |
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General Skills
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ü Contribute to the local strategy and to an integrated vision of the context ü Analyze a situation and the issues at stake ü Make decisions ü Call on internal resources and/or to flag possible challenges ü Find solutions ü Make technical recommendations ü Draw on good information sources ü Produce clear written communications in the working languages ü Produce clear oral communication skills in the working languages ü Prepare and successfully conduct negotiations ü Listening skills and alertness to environmental factors ü Be resolute when needed ü Develop, maintain and mobilize an external professional network ü Aptitude for teamwork ü Adapt to different situations and interlocutors ü Work under pressure and cope with deadlines ü Responsive to recommendations and adapt practice accordingly |
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Language Skills |
English: Mandatory – Fluent (spoken and written) Arabic: would be an asset |
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IT Skills |
Proficient with MS office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) |
HOW TO APPLY:
Closing Date: Friday, 30th of April 2021
Qualified candidates must submit a Cover Letter and a Resume (CV) including 2 professional references and a copy of any relevant Certification/Degree and a copy of National ID and/or Residency Card to:
recruitcoordo@iq-actionagainsthunger.org.
Please indicate the job reference number: COO/FSL/02/042021, in the e-mail subject line.
Action Against Hunger encourages female candidates to apply.
Due to the volume of applications we receive, we will only contact short-listed candidates for further screening.
Please note that the final candidates will be subjected to security screening and positive references.
For more information please visit our website: http://www.actioncontrelafaim.org/en
