Employer: Action Against Hunger
Location: Somalia
Closing date12 Feb 2022
Summary Of Position:
Caafimaad Plus Consortium which comprises Action Against Hunger (AAH-ACF), International Medical Corps (IMC), Concern Worldwide (CWW), and SOS Childrens’ Village (SOS CV) implements in South Central Somalia where it supports the government to deliver life-saving interventions in the areas of health, nutrition, WASH, and COVID-19 pandemic to vulnerable populations affected by conflict, displacements, natural disasters, and disease outbreaks.
The Emergency Response Coordinator will be responsible for coordinating emergency response plan for regions supported by Caafimaad Plus consortium. He/she will align and streamline emergency response efforts across the consortium and ensure program and facility staff are well trained and updated on emergency response. He/she will collaborate and coordinate plans with various response agencies, government institutions, affected communities, and private sector players.
PURPOSE
The purpose of this position it to coordinate the consortium’s emergency response to vulnerable populations affected by conflict, displacements, natural disasters, and disease outbreaks in districts supported by the consortium in South Central Somalia.
Requirements
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Lead and manage the consortium’s emergency team, ensure members are updated and properly trained and processes for deployment within the country are in place.
Undertake rapid needs assessments to identify gaps and needs in humanitarian landscape in Caafimaad Plus supported regions
Periodically review the consortium’s emergency response plan and ensure it is updated with the most current good practices.
Ensure that programs are implemented in a cost effective, consultative, participative and gender sensitive way and ensuring Gender and Protection mainstreaming in the humanitarian program
Work closely with Supply Chain/ Logistics to ensure that procurements are made in a timely manner while remaining in compliance with donor rules and regulations, and ensure that proper procurement procedures are followed by ER Program staff
Work closely with consortium partners to ensure adequate supplies of foods, nutritional and other requisite products to cater for routine and emergency responses to the vulnerable population at any given time.
Work closely with MEAL coordinator to update information systems for accurate, complete, and timely data to support evidence-based decision-making.
Liaise with MEAL coordinator to facilitate systematic program monitoring and evaluation are in place and ensure that lessons learnt are documented and shared for cross-program learning within the consortium.
Ensure high frequency tracking of platforms such as Food Security and Nutritional Analysis System (FSNAS) and other partner/government platforms to have at your disposal up-to-date information on emerging threats.
Closely monitor the situation and developments in population movements, security context, natural phenomena, and advise the consortium appropriately.
Develop and maintain relationships with Ministry of Health, UN, NGOs, donors, partners and other stakeholders, to raise public awareness of Caafimaad Plus consortium and ensure good co-operation and partnerships.
Represent Caafimaad Plus consortium in relevant meetings with key stakeholders such as local/national government, donors, emergency-related humanitarian aid groups, and clusters.
Facilitate training and refresher courses for field-based managers and healthcare workers on emergency response
Conduct simulation emergency response drills as part of emergency preparedness for the consortium
Ensure quality of program implementation and emergency preparedness in line with organizational, donor, country, and international standards.
Conduct periodic assessments on the quality of programs and interventions during field visits and provide feedback and recommendations to the technical teams.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATION
REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE ESSENTIAL
Bachelor’s degree in health and nutrition or in another relevant field such as humanitarian studies. Post-graduate degree in public health / community health/ humanitarian fields or equivalent is desirable.
At least 4 years international experience with NGOs managing /coordinating emergency programs. Previous work in a consortium setting is desirable.
Experience in the design, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of emergency programs.
Experience of managing programs in a complex and rapidly evolving security context
A good understanding of political, socioeconomic, and cultural contexts of Somalia
Sound understanding of humanitarian principles as contained in the Sphere, HAP Standards, and other relevant international humanitarian guidelines.
Good planning, analytical, and project management, and report writing skills
Strong oral and written communication skills, with ability to express ideas and concepts concisely
Proficiency in Microsoft Office packages specifically: Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint
Ability to prioritize assignments and manage a variety of complex tasks under tight deadlines
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with government departments, humanitarian agencies, and the local communities.
Ability to perform efficiently and effectively under emergency conditions and under pressure and use judgment in making quick decisions.
Benefits
Action Against Hunger-USA provides all staff with an attractive salary & benefits package. We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees & qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, ancestry, sexual orientation, national origin, age, handicap, disability, marital status, or status as a veteran. Action Against Hunger-USA complies with all applicable laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.
How To Apply:
To apply click on the link below:
Re-advertisement - Health Technical Coordinator, Emergency Response - Somalia - Action Against Hunger (workable.com)
Due to Urgent need to fill this position, Applications will be reviewed on rolling bases.
Somali Nationals are encouraged to apply.
Closing date12 Feb 2022
Summary Of Position:
Caafimaad Plus Consortium which comprises Action Against Hunger (AAH-ACF), International Medical Corps (IMC), Concern Worldwide (CWW), and SOS Childrens’ Village (SOS CV) implements in South Central Somalia where it supports the government to deliver life-saving interventions in the areas of health, nutrition, WASH, and COVID-19 pandemic to vulnerable populations affected by conflict, displacements, natural disasters, and disease outbreaks.
The Emergency Response Coordinator will be responsible for coordinating emergency response plan for regions supported by Caafimaad Plus consortium. He/she will align and streamline emergency response efforts across the consortium and ensure program and facility staff are well trained and updated on emergency response. He/she will collaborate and coordinate plans with various response agencies, government institutions, affected communities, and private sector players.
PURPOSE
The purpose of this position it to coordinate the consortium’s emergency response to vulnerable populations affected by conflict, displacements, natural disasters, and disease outbreaks in districts supported by the consortium in South Central Somalia.
Requirements
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Lead and manage the consortium’s emergency team, ensure members are updated and properly trained and processes for deployment within the country are in place.
Undertake rapid needs assessments to identify gaps and needs in humanitarian landscape in Caafimaad Plus supported regions
Periodically review the consortium’s emergency response plan and ensure it is updated with the most current good practices.
Ensure that programs are implemented in a cost effective, consultative, participative and gender sensitive way and ensuring Gender and Protection mainstreaming in the humanitarian program
Work closely with Supply Chain/ Logistics to ensure that procurements are made in a timely manner while remaining in compliance with donor rules and regulations, and ensure that proper procurement procedures are followed by ER Program staff
Work closely with consortium partners to ensure adequate supplies of foods, nutritional and other requisite products to cater for routine and emergency responses to the vulnerable population at any given time.
Work closely with MEAL coordinator to update information systems for accurate, complete, and timely data to support evidence-based decision-making.
Liaise with MEAL coordinator to facilitate systematic program monitoring and evaluation are in place and ensure that lessons learnt are documented and shared for cross-program learning within the consortium.
Ensure high frequency tracking of platforms such as Food Security and Nutritional Analysis System (FSNAS) and other partner/government platforms to have at your disposal up-to-date information on emerging threats.
Closely monitor the situation and developments in population movements, security context, natural phenomena, and advise the consortium appropriately.
Develop and maintain relationships with Ministry of Health, UN, NGOs, donors, partners and other stakeholders, to raise public awareness of Caafimaad Plus consortium and ensure good co-operation and partnerships.
Represent Caafimaad Plus consortium in relevant meetings with key stakeholders such as local/national government, donors, emergency-related humanitarian aid groups, and clusters.
Facilitate training and refresher courses for field-based managers and healthcare workers on emergency response
Conduct simulation emergency response drills as part of emergency preparedness for the consortium
Ensure quality of program implementation and emergency preparedness in line with organizational, donor, country, and international standards.
Conduct periodic assessments on the quality of programs and interventions during field visits and provide feedback and recommendations to the technical teams.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATION
REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE ESSENTIAL
Bachelor’s degree in health and nutrition or in another relevant field such as humanitarian studies. Post-graduate degree in public health / community health/ humanitarian fields or equivalent is desirable.
At least 4 years international experience with NGOs managing /coordinating emergency programs. Previous work in a consortium setting is desirable.
Experience in the design, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of emergency programs.
Experience of managing programs in a complex and rapidly evolving security context
A good understanding of political, socioeconomic, and cultural contexts of Somalia
Sound understanding of humanitarian principles as contained in the Sphere, HAP Standards, and other relevant international humanitarian guidelines.
Good planning, analytical, and project management, and report writing skills
Strong oral and written communication skills, with ability to express ideas and concepts concisely
Proficiency in Microsoft Office packages specifically: Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint
Ability to prioritize assignments and manage a variety of complex tasks under tight deadlines
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with government departments, humanitarian agencies, and the local communities.
Ability to perform efficiently and effectively under emergency conditions and under pressure and use judgment in making quick decisions.
Benefits
Action Against Hunger-USA provides all staff with an attractive salary & benefits package. We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees & qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, ancestry, sexual orientation, national origin, age, handicap, disability, marital status, or status as a veteran. Action Against Hunger-USA complies with all applicable laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.
How To Apply:
To apply click on the link below:
Re-advertisement - Health Technical Coordinator, Emergency Response - Somalia - Action Against Hunger (workable.com)
Due to Urgent need to fill this position, Applications will be reviewed on rolling bases.
Somali Nationals are encouraged to apply.
