Description du Programme et des Projets

Handicap International est présent au Burundi depuis 1994 en soutien aux associations locales de lutte contre le sida. Depuis 1999, un bureau permanent existe.

Aujourd’hui, six projets sont en cours : - Projet d’assistance aux réfugiés urbains, contrat renouvelé chaque année (HCR, recherche d’autres bailleurs) - Appui à la réinsertion socio-économique des anciens combattants handicapés : Turikumwe - Projet Education Inclusive - Projet UBUNTU Care - Projet d’Appui aux Associations(AAA) - Projet Réadaptation

En 2013 après fusion effective (HIF/HIB) le programme est constitué d’environ 104 personnes, et compte 9 expatriés (DP, Coordo Op, CSS, Coordo projet Turikumwe, Respo finance, respo log et 3 conseillers techniques). L’ambiance de travail est plutôt saine et dynamique.

Projet Réfugiés Urbains: Sous le financement du Haut Commissariat pour les Réfugiés, HI met en œuvre un projet Réfugiés Urbains. Démarré en février 2007, ce projet sert aujourd’hui à une population d’environ 24000 (alors qu’elle était estimée à 12000 en 2007). La situation des réfugiés urbains vivant à Bujumbura est semblable à celle d’une bonne partie de la population hôte, c'est-à-dire une situation de précarité et de faible accès aux services de bases, à l’emploi et aux moyens de subsistances. L’intégration sociale est relativement bonne du fait d’une langue partagée, le swahili, et du fait de l’établissement d’une communauté congolaise, attirée par les perspectives de revenus ou s’étant elle aussi réfugié au Burundi dans les années 1960. Ainsi les migrants économiques se « mélangent » aujourd’hui avec les populations ayant fuit leur pays pour des raisons de guerre et de persécution.

L’Etat Burundais n’encourage pas l’installation permanente de ces réfugiés urbains, et les invite à rejoindre les trois camps de réfugiés pour accéder à l’assistance du HCR. De ce fait, le HCR ne délivre qu’une assistance minimale à des fins humanitaires et éthiques, principalement dans le domaine sanitaire. Les réfugiés urbains bénéficient d’une protection juridique, d’une prise en charge à 50% de leurs soins de santé et pour les catégories les plus vulnérables, d’une assistance spécifique (éducation, alimentaire, santé, allocation financière,…).

Les conditions de vie dans les camps : nourriture, climat, tension sociale, opportunités d’emplois rendent cette perspective moins attrayante et est perçue comme une alternative de dernier recours. Ce qui explique le choix pour certains de rester en ville même si l’assistance y est plus faible.

L’équipe du projet se compose d’un chef de projet, d’un Conseiller Technique santé qui a sous sa responsabilité : une assistante technique VIH et trois assistants techniques infirmiers, d’un responsable de volet Insertion qui a sous sa responsabilité successivement des assistants techniques : Social, AGR et Éducation, ainsi que des animateurs foyers, économique et social. ,

En cinq ans de partenariat, une relation de confiance s’est établie entre HI et le HCR et la collaboration est jugée satisfaisante par les deux parties. Des partenariats ont été développés avec diverses organisations afin qu’elles assurent des services pour les réfugiés (santé, éducation, microfinance, violences sexuelles…). La qualité de la relation avec tous ces partenaires est un élément essentiel de la réussite du projet. Malgré une population ayant doublée depuis 2007 (de 12,000 individus en 2007 à 24,000 en 2014), le budget attribué par le HCR pour le soutien à cette population n’a que peu augmenté, et risque au contraire de diminuer dans les prochaines années.

Le conseiller Technique Insertion sera placé sous la supervision directe du chef de projet.

Historique, Contexte et Evolution de la Fonction

En accord avec le HCR, Handicap International souhaite recentrer son action sur les publics les plus vulnérables (COP 2012/2016). A l’heure actuelle, il manque une réelle détermination des besoins et de types d’assistance susceptibles d’être fournis par le projet. En conséquence, les réfugiés adressent toute sorte de demande d’assistance au secteur communautaire (vivres, loyer, frais scolaires, santé…..). La durée de l’assistance est incertaine et fortement dépendante du budget alloué, qui est par ailleurs très insuffisant pour couvrir les multiples besoins et demandes des réfugiés. Les grands enjeux de ce poste sont : • La réalisation de l’étude sur le profil des réfugiés urbains qui ont besoin d’un accompagnement de la part d’HI et ses partenaires, • La révision des critères de vulnérabilités, avec un échelonnement de degrés de vulnérabilité et proposition du type d’appui possible selon ses degrés de vulnérabilité • La mise en place d’un plan d’action pour améliorer l’insertion des réfugiés en utilisant un accompagnement social personnalisé

Pour plus d’information concernant nos projets et le contexte de travail dans ce pays, veillez consulter notre site internet www.handicapinternational.be.

Tâches Principales & Responsabilités

Mission générale : Sous la responsabilité hiérarchique du Chef de Projet Réfugies Urbains, et en lien fonctionnel avec la DRT, le Conseiller Technique Insertion appuie techniquement l’équipe du projet Réfugiés Urbains afin de définir une stratégie adaptée aux besoins socio-économiques spécifiques de chaque réfugiés ; avec une meilleure implication de la famille et la communauté; et le développement d’un accompagnement social personnalisé pour les personnes les plus vulnérables. Une approche visant à intégrer les réfugiés urbains dans les actions locales et à offrir des solutions personnalisées (adaptées à chaque cas) basées sur les besoins individuels sera proposée. Les actions du projet seront à la suite fondées sur les besoins et une meilleure connaissance des groupes cibles. Il renforcera la qualité des services fournis aux réfugiés dans le cadre de l’insertion et veillera au développement des compétences techniques de l’équipe.

Responsabilités : 1. Piloter une étude de base sur la situation des réfugiés, - Déterminer les questions clé à répondre à travers l’étude pour achever le but de l’étude, - Formaliser les outils et méthodologie de collecte des informations pour répondre aux questions clé, - Recruter et former les enquêteurs, suivi de leur travail et réflexions régulières avec eux sur comment améliorer leurs approches, - Collecter des données nécessaires et en faire une analyse, partager cette analyse avec le RT de la DRT, - Diffuser les résultats validés auprès des partenaires du projet Cette étude va se concentrer sur le diagnostic des besoins réels des réfugiés et les barrières qui les empêchent à les satisfaire, selon leur situation individuelle, familiale, sociale et économique.

1. Redéfinir et soutenir l’opérationnalisation des critères de vulnérabilité
   • Définir conjointement avec le HCR et les refugiés, sur la base des critères existants, les degrés de vulnérabilité spécifique à prendre en compte
   • Proposer des nouvelles grilles d’évaluation pertinente des critères de vulnérabilité et d’allocation des assistances et d’ASP (accompagnement social personnalisé)
   • Déterminer conjointement avec les réfugiés, les types d’aide et d’appui, ainsi que les conditions d’octroi correspondant aux degrés de vulnérabilité

2. Appuyer le cadre technique du volet Insertion à intégrer l’approche personnalisé

   • Evaluer les progrès réalisés
   • Appuyer le cadre technique propre à la stratégie sectorielle en adéquation avec la stratégie générale du programme (COP 2012/2016)
   • Appuyer la démarche qualité du projet en termes de réalisation, d'impact. Identifier toute ressource technique ou documentaire, compétences complémentaires garantissant la qualité du volet Insertion
   • Collecter et formaliser les outils et méthodes développés dans le cadre du volet Insertion
   • Identifier les besoins de formation technique du responsable de volet Insertion et des assistants techniques

3. Contribuer à la réflexion stratégique du projet réfugiés urbains : proposition de projet 2014

   • Appuyer la prise en compte des recommandations issues de l’étude dans la proposition de projet 2014 à soumettre au bailleur

Compétences Requises pour le Poste

Savoir - Master en sciences Sociales, Economiques, Politiques ou en Développement - Bonne connaissance du Français - Capacité à communiquer en anglais

Savoir faire - Expérience en appui technique - Expérience en recherches/études qualitatives, mise en place de diagnostic individuel - Expérience en développement : insertion sociale et économique, avec des connaissances liées à l’insertion des groupes vulnérables et une maitrise de l’accompagnement social personnalisé - Expérience de travail avec des populations vulnérables et à développer des outils/critères de vulnérabilité - Expérience de travail auprès des réfugiés / déplacés / sinistrés - Expérience de travail en contexte instable - Expérience en développement local inclusif - Expérience en développement de base de données

Savoir être - Compétences personnelles : Patience, adaptation, flexibilité, inter culturalité, rigueur, diplomatie, résistance au stress ainsi qu’aux pressions - Sens des priorités, de l’organisation et de la méthode - Goût pour la communication verbale et bonnes capacités interpersonnelles - Capacité à travailler en équipe - Attention pour la transmission des connaissances (capacity building) de façon participative - Motivation pour le secteur associatif - Adhérer à la vision de Handicap International : un monde ou toute forme de handicap peut être prévenue, guérie ou intégrée et dans lequel les droits des personnes handicapées sont respectés et appliqués

Veuillez envoyer votre CV et votre lettre de motivation avant le 30 Avril 2013 à l’adresse suivante à l'attention de Barbara De Witte : jobs@handicap.be.

Historique, contexte et évolution du poste

Pour plus d’information concernant le contexte de travail dans ce pays, veuillez consulter notre site internet www.handicapinternational.be.

Responsabilités

Responsabilité 1 : Supervision et expertise technique au Centre National d’Appareillage et de Rééducation (CNAR) de Gitega • Suivi et évaluation des patients avec les responsables du service ortho et kiné (prescriptions et indications des soins) et le service sociale • Amélioration de l’organisation interne du centre (circuit du patient, approche pluridisciplinaire, planification du travail, processus de fabrication et procédures de contrôle de qualité des appareillages et des soins en général, statistiques ortho/kiné, fiches d’entretiens du parc machines, archivage des différentes fiches techniques, réunions régulières, équipe mobile,…) • Contribuer à une bonne collaboration entre le centre et HI. • Poursuivre les activités mises en place par le Conseiller Technique Orthoprothésiste précédent (organisation, formation, responsabilités des professionnels, protocoles, réunions régulières, contrôle de la qualité, sécurité à l’atelier,…) • Revoir l’infrastructure des salles d’essayage du service orthopédique

Responsabilité 2 : Organisation et supervision de la gestion de stock. • Soutien logistique au centre, appui à la réalisation de commandes de consommables claires et précises en collaboration avec le chef de projet et le gestionnaire de stock • Suivre les commandes nationales et internationales et superviser le choix des consommables (bon prix/qualité) • Contrôle et supervision des stocks du centre (garantir une bonne gestion de stock : contrôle sur le bon remplissage de fiches de stock en fonction des nomenclatures, prévision des besoins en fonction des consommations antérieures et des statistiques, organisation physique du stock…) • Suivi du rapport mensuel sur les activités de gestion de stock

Responsabilité 3 : Formation théorique et pratique du personnel technique • Organisation de modules de formation théoriques et pratiques spécifiques pour les techniciens orthoprothésistes (sur les corsets (LSO, TLSO, CTLSO) – sur les corsets sièges)
• Formation continue à l’établi et encadrement au quotidien • Participer à l’élargissement de la gamme d’appareils orthopédiques produits dans le centre (la technique de prothèses membres supérieurs a été introduite début 2013 et est à suivre de proche) • Suivre à distance les étudiants – boursiers en cours de formation en Tanzanie (Techniciens orthoprothésistes de Cat I et Cat II) • Suivre des protocoles mis en places au service kiné / ortho

Responsabilité 4 : Tarification nationale des appareillages orthopédiques • Finaliser la tarification des appareillages orthopédiques au CNAR selon l’outil de calcul des coûts de l’ISPO • Plaidoyer pour une uniformisation de la tarification des appareillages orthopédiques au Burundi en collaboration avec les autres Centres de Réadaptation Physique et le CICR, au niveau du gouvernement

Responsabilité 5 : Prise en charge des soins de réadaptation • Participation active dans les réflexions sur les systèmes de prise en charge financière des soins de réadaptation au Burundi • Assurer le bon fonctionnement du Fonds de Solidarité au CNAR

Responsabilité 6 : Amélioration de l’organisation des équipes mobiles • Elaboration d’un guide pratique explicatif sur l’organisation d’une équipe mobile (types d’activités réalisées, limites…) en collaboration avec le Chef de Projet et la Coordinatrice opérationnel • Participation et appui / conseil lors de l’organisation des équipes mobiles

Responsabilité 7 : Elaboration d’un organigramme du centre • Suivi des équipes et plus particulièrement des chefs de services dans le souci d’assurer la qualité de leurs services respectives (atelier orthopédique, service kinésithérapie, atelier tricycle, service sociale) • Elaboration d’un organigramme clair avec description des postes, définition des postes à responsabilité et les formations nécessaires pour pouvoir les pourvoir

Responsabilité 8 : Évaluation et suivi du personnel technique • Évaluation trimestrielle du personnel formé, de la qualité et de la quantité des appareillages produits en collaboration avec le Directeur du centre • Elaborer le rapport mensuel sur les activités au CNAR et rapporter au chef de projet Réad.

Responsabilité 9 : Suivre et améliorer les activités de l’atelier de tricycle.

• Elaborer un plan d’action pour et suivi d’un technicien formé en Tanzanie (2011-2012) sur les chaises roulantes et les tricycles • Améliorer les activités à l’atelier de tricycle • Suivi du rapport mensuel sur les activités de l’atelier tricycle

Responsabilité 10 : Suivre et améliorer les activités sur l’archivage des dossiers des patients. • Superviser les activités des personnes en charge de l’encodage des dossiers des patients

Responsabilité 11 : Mettre en place un système de référencement entre les autres Centres de Réadaptation Physique et le CNAR • Renforcement des liens entre le CNAR (en tant que structure de référence) et les autres centres et échanges entre les centres

Profil requis pour le poste

Savoir • Diplôme de technicien orthoprothésiste de catégorie I ISPO • Bonnes connaissances des orthèses, des prothèses (membres inférieurs et supérieurs), des corsets, des corsets sièges, des chaussures orthopédiques, production ATM, chaises roulantes • Maîtrise de toutes les technologies de fabrication en orthoprothèse : cuir / bois / acier, polypropylène (thermoformables) et résine • Maîtrise du français

Savoir faire • Expérience dans les ateliers orthopédiques (Kiné-Ortho) • Expérience en formation des adultes et formation des formateurs • Compétences pour encourager la coopération interdisciplinaire

Savoir être • Attention pour la transmission des connaissances (capacity building) de façon participative • Goût pour la communication verbale et bonnes capacités interpersonnelles • Capacité à travailler en équipe et à faire participer les partenaires • Sens des priorités, de l’organisation et de la méthode • Créativité, flexibilité • Sens de la diplomatie et maturité • Patience et optimisme • Capacité à animer et à dynamiser les équipes autour d'objectifs clairs • Motivation pour le secteur associatif • Adhérer à la vision de Handicap International : un monde ou toute forme de handicap peut être prévenue, guérie ou intégrée et dans lequel les droits des personnes handicapées sont respectés et appliqués

Veuillez envoyer votre CV et votre lettre de motivation avant le 30 Avril 2013 à l’adresse suivante à l'attention de Barbara De Witte : jobs@handicap.be.

Durée du Contrat : du 1er au 16 juin 2013 Niveau proposé: P5 Honoraires : A négocier par HR Superviseur : Représentant Adjoint Lieu : Bujumbura La revue à mi-parcours du programme de coopération 2010-2014 entre le Gouvernement du Burundi et l’UNICEF a pris acte, entre autres, de la décision de prolonger le cycle du programme jusqu’en 2016 afin de le mettre en cohérence avec l’UNDAF 2012-2016. Ce dernier a été le résultat de la révision de l’UNDAF+ 2010-2014 afin de l’aligner sur les nouvelles priorités nationales contenues dans le deuxième document de stratégie de réduction de la pauvreté (CSLP -II) approuvé par le Gouvernement en décembre 2011 pour la période 2012 à 2016. La revue à mi-parcours a également recommandé de renforcer les thématiques transversales portant sur la nutrition et sur le développement intégré du jeune enfant, ainsi que les stratégies transversales autour du VIH et le SIDA, les adolescentes et adolescents, le suivi et l’évaluation basés sur l’équité ainsi que les innovations et les approvisionnements. La mise en œuvre prochaine du programme devra par ailleurs renforcer l’appui à la décentralisation et au développement communautaire. La deuxième phase de la mise en œuvre du programme couvrant la période 2013-2014 devra aussi faire face à d’importantes exigences programmatiques liées à l’utilisation de VISION ; Citons entre autres, l’affectation correcte des ressources aux résultats planifiés, le remplissage du module d’évaluation des résultats (RAM) dans VISISON, deux fois dans l’année (janvier et juillet) et la mise à jour régulière de la structure du programme, chaque fois qu’un plan de travail est approuvé, avec précision des questions liées à l’équité et au genre ainsi que l’appréciation de la contribution des interventions de l’UNICEF aux effets de l’UNDAF et partant aux priorités nationales. En outre, la gestion du programme doit intégrer l’approche de suivi des résultats basée sur l’équité (MoRES ) avec son corollaire d’analyse et de gestion des goulots d’étranglement y compris la mise en place de système de collecte de données en temps réels pour le suivi de la levée progressive des principaux goulots d’étranglement. Enfin, la deuxième phase de la mise en œuvre du programme devra tenir compte d’un important apport en ressources humaines qu’il conviendra de mettre à jour progressivement sur les concepts de résultats et d’indicateurs de résultats pour les enfants et les femmes du Burundi afin de renforcer la synergie de performance de gestion du programme de BCO et sa contribution au DaO en cours d’adoption par le Burundi et ses partenaires du Système des Nations Unies.

Objet de la mise à niveau en ABDH et GAR Pour faire face aux défis programmatiques décrits ci-dessus, BCO se propose de conduire deux ateliers, l’un en interne pour le staff du programme et l’autre à l’intention des partenaires de mise en œuvre comprenant les cadres du gouvernement, les ONGs et les organisations de la société civiles. Les thématiques qui seront traités au cours de chacun de ces deux ateliers sont les suivants : • Programmation basée sur les Droits Humains ; • Concept de Gestion Axée sur les Résultats et ses méthodes ; • Formulation de résultats SMART utilisant le langage de changement ; • Formulation d’indicateurs réalistes et mesurables, avec précision des données de bases, des cibles et des sources d’information ; • Etablissement d’un plan de suivi et évaluation permettant d’anticiper la collecte d’information pour combler le gap de données ; • Analyse de goulots d’étranglement et hiérarchisation des priorités d’action et suivi ; • Planification et Gestion de programmes basées sur l’équité. Résultats attendus • Le staff du Programme de BCO a une meilleure maîtrise de la chaîne des résultats et le mécanisme de son suivi y compris la collecte régulière de données pour l’indication de l’évidence des changements indus par nos interventions ; • Le staff du Programme BCO est apte à développer un plan intégré de suivi et évaluation dont la planification des études et recherches pour éclairer la programmation et combler le gap de données ; • Le staff du programme de BCO a une meilleure pratique du rapportage sur les résultats dans VISION (RAM) ; • Les partenaires de mise en œuvre maîtrisent les concepts clés de planification basée sur les droits humains et de gestion axée sur les résultats : o Porteurs de droits ; porteurs d’obligation et de responsabilité (obligataires) ; o Capacité, obligation, responsabilité, redevabilité ; o Equité et groupes vulnérables ; o Résultat en terme de changement souhaité (escompté) ; o Indicateurs en termes de mesure du résultat (évidence du changement) ; o Goulots d’étranglement et action de remédiation.

• Les partenaires de mise en œuvre ont une meilleure compréhension de la contribution de leurs résultats aux résultats du Programme de Coopération et sont capables de rédiger une requête de financement à soumettre à l’UNICEF, avec indication claire des résultats attendus et des indicateurs y compris la situation de référence et les cibles ;

• Les partenaires de mise en œuvre sont capable d’élaborer un cadre logique cohérent, un plan de travail et une structure de budget en harmonie avec les activités planifiées ;

• Les partenaires de mise en œuvre sont capables de présenter un rapport d’exécution qui cible les résultats attendus et montre le lien entre les ressources décaissées et le niveau d’atteinte des résultats ; Tâches du Consultant et Produits attendus En concertation avec BCO, le consultant soumettra : 1. Les drafts des agendas des deux ateliers ; 2. Une note commentée sur le contenu des thèmes à aborder ; et 3. La méthodologie de conduite de chacun des ateliers étant donné les résultats attendus.

Il aura ensuite la responsabilité de conduire chacun des deux ateliers. Il devra veiller à mettre à niveau chaque participant en matière de programmation basée sur les Droits Humains et de concept de Gestion Axée sur les Résultats et ses méthodes. Il devra à cet effet : 1. Elaborer et délivrer des présentations claires et accessibles aux participants, en utilisant l’approche de formation d’adultes ; 2. Concevoir et faciliter des exercices de groupes avec l’équipe de l’UNICEF pour la préparation à un meilleur remplissage du RAM ; 3. Soumettre les apprenants à 2 tests d’évaluation sur la connaissance des thèmes de l’atelier, à savoir, un pré-test au début de la session et un post-test à la fin de chaque atelier afin d’apprécier sur une base objective l’amélioration du niveau de connaissance des apprenants.

Le Consultant produira les documents suivants à la fin de sa mission : 1. Le rapport sur la conduite des ateliers avec indication des principales recommandations ; 2. Le jeu complet du matériel de formation.

Profil du Consultant et durée de la consultation Le consultant aura le profil suivant : • Avoir une solide expérience dans la facilitation des ateliers de planification stratégique portant sur l’approche basée sur les droits humains et sur le concept de la gestion axée sur les résultats ; • Avoir une bonne connaissance de la programmation à l’UNICEF et de l’UNDAF dans le contexte du DaO ; • Savoir utilisé VISION sera un atout ; • Etre capable de travailler avec des groupes d’apprenants adultes avec des niveaux de connaissances variés ; • Avoir une bonne maîtrise du Français parlé et écrit.

Durée de la consultation La durée de la consultation sera de dix jours ouvrables dont huit en atelier et deux en discussion et appui en petits groupes au sein des programmes sectoriels. Dépendant du délai de voyage, elle pourrait s’étaler du 1er au 16 juin 2013.

Les dates probables sont : Atelier UNICEF : 4- 6 juin et Atelier des Partenaires : 10-14 juin.

Envoyer à l'adresse email burundijobs@unicef.org, une lettre de motivation; une brève présentation du cabinet d’experts; P11 de l'expert ou des experts qui conduiront les ateliers; draft des agenda commentés pour les 2 ateliers (tenant lieu de proposition technique). Au plus tard le 28 Avril 2013.

Conditions of Employment:

The position will be based upon a ‘level of effort’ basis, although it is expected that the position will be in full-time for around 6-9 months, leading to further ad-hoc assignments thereafter.

Other terms of employment are to be negotiated with the selected candidate.

Please send your CV and cover letter with your motivation, to: bsmith@iplussolutions.org, subject “Vacancy: Regional Survey Manager and Market Analyst”, or to: i+solutions, att., HR Dept, Westdam 3b, 3441 GA Woerden.

For further general and/or detailed information on the vacancy, please contact: Ben Smith, Project Manager,

at (+31) 348489655.

The extreme disparity in health outcomes and access to healthcare that exists today between the world’s rich and the world’s poor is unjust and unsustainable. To change this unacceptable status quo will require a new generation of leaders with diverse skills and backgrounds. Emerging leaders need opportunities to build their skills and build meaningful connections with other young leaders who share a vision for transformative change.

Global Health Corps is mobilizing a global community of emerging leaders to build the movement for health equity. We do this by:
• Increasing the impact of great organizations today: Fellows work with high-impact organizations in year-long paid positions. During their fellowship year, fellows make a significant and measurable contribution to the partner organization and the target population.
• Training and supporting the leaders of tomorrow: Over the course of the fellowship year, fellows participate in a wide range of activities aimed at increasing their effectiveness as practitioners and their development as leaders.
• Building a global community of change-makers: Fellows build a set of shared values, commitment and skills that they carry well beyond the fellowship year. The GHC community and alumni program serve as a source of opportunity and strength throughout fellows’ lives and careers.

Fellows work in teams of 2—one international fellow, one in-country fellow—in a wide range of areas to support our partners in improving healthcare access and health outcomes for the poor. Fellows have built financial management systems for grassroots HIV organizations in Uganda, counseled homeless teenagers in New Jersey, supported district pharmacies in Rwanda in rolling out new supply chain management tools, and conducted policy research in Washington DC.

Position Overview

Global Health Corps seeks a passionate and organized leader to serve as the Burundi Program Manager, starting in May 2013. The Program Manager is responsible for providing dedicated support to our fellows and partner organizations in Burundi. The Program Manager manages all fellow logistical and programmatic support in Burundi and coordinates a number of regional and organization-wide training events. The Program Manager will also work with the VP of Programs in developing and managing GHC’s leadership development curriculum, platforms for fellow collaboration, and the alumni program. This position requires exceptional passion for our work and the ability to thrive in a dynamic, start-up work environment.

Responsibilities

Fellow Programming and Support:

• Serve as primary support staff for all fellows in Burundi, coordinating housing, financial, travel, and general fellowship logistics throughout the year.
• Support on-boarding of all new fellows in both the programmatic and logistical preparations for the orientation training, including facilitation of effective pre -arrival -communications with their respective organizations before the orientation training.
• Prepare fellow supervisors to work with and manage fellows effectively through the organization of the in country supervisors’ workshop and regular communications.
• Conduct regular check-ins with each fellow, offering supportive accompaniment through professional and personal development during the fellowship year.
• Organize country-based activities and events for fellows, including quarterly workshops, attendance at a mid- year retreat, and locally-based events and opportunities to foster community building and leadership development.

Placement Organization Relationship Management:

• Lead networking and recruiting efforts with potential new placement organizations in the country.
• Work with the VP of Programs to develop the portfolio of placement organizations.
• Collaborate with other GHC staff to develop strategic partners in curriculum design, advising, advocacy and general programming.
• Work with new and existing placement organizations to develop fellow position descriptions, coordinate contracts, and make logistical preparations for hosting fellows.
• Communicate with placement organization supervisors / staff contacts regularly during fellowship year, including site visits, formal evaluations, selection process support, etc.

Alumni Programming:

• Working with the Alumni Committee in the country, facilitate the continued involvement of GHC fellows from prior years.
• Organize professional development and networking events for alumni in the region and offer professional and personal support as needed.
• Working with the VP of Programs and the rest of the Program Team, continue to develop programming for alumni.

Overall Programmatic and Operations Support:

• Lead regional-specific efforts to recruit and select future fellows from the region, including in-country interview coordination.
• Handle all country operational needs, including managing country program budget, maintaining NGO registration status, and overseeing GHC property rentals.
• Serve as a GHC representative at events as needed.
• Support other members of the GHC team as needed on operational or programmatic projects throughout the year.

Qualifications

Capabilities and Personal Traits:

• Fluent in English and French
• Exceptional drive and passion for our work; mission-driven with a positive attitude
• Compassionate listener; genuine interest in the personal narratives and development of young leaders
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• High emotional intelligence and interpersonal skills
• Keen analytic problem solving abilities
• Orientation towards timely execution with excellent follow-through skills
• Careful attention to detail, with an innovative eye for improving systems
• Entrepreneurial, adaptable, and action-oriented
• Knowledgeable and passionate about global health and international development

Experience:

• 2+ years experience working in Burundi
• Demonstrated ability to manage systems and processes
• Experience with event planning and/or program logistics management
• Experience working with people in a cross-cultural working environment
• Comfortable working under frequent, tight timelines and delivering high-quality work products on time
• Commitment to health and social justice issues and understanding of global health and development issues
• Counseling, guidance, mentoring, or leadership development experience preferred

To apply, please submit resume and cover letter to apply@ghcorps.org . Please indicate Burundi Program Manager in the email subject.

Date limite : 19 avril 2013

Dans le cadre de ses activités au Burundi, le projet du « Financement et gouvernance de la santé » (HFG), financé par l'USAID, recrute un(e) consultant(e) pour le rôle d’un coordinateur/une coordinatrice projet basé au Burundi jusqu’au 31 Décembre 2013 (avec la possibilité d’un renouvèlement). Veuillez noter que ce(tte) consultant(e) ne recevront pas d’allocation.

Les dossiers de candidatures doivent comporter :

• Une lettre de motivation adressée au Gestionnaire du Projet HFG au Burundi • Un Curriculum Vitae actualisé, • Les copies de diplômes certifiées conformes à l’original, et • les attestations de services rendus.

Les candidat(e)s intéressé(e)s de nationalité burundaise et qualifié(e)s sont invité(e)s à envoyer leur dossier de candidature à : HFGBurundi@abtassoc.com.

La date limite de dépôt des candidatures est fixée au 19 Avril 2013 à 16 : 00 H. Seuls les candidat(e)s retenu(e)s pour les interviews seront contactés.

Description du projet Le projet HFG commence une activité pluriannuelle visant à renforcer la capacité du Programme National de Lutte Contre le Sida et les Infections Sexuellement Transmissibles (PNLS/IST) au sein du Ministère de la Santé Publique et de la Lutte contre le SIDA (MSPLS). Cette aide vise à soutenir l'objectif national de renforcement des capacités des entités gouvernementales nationales en matière de planification, de suivi, de gestion et de coordination.

Le plan de travail HFG se compose de deux activités distinctes mais connexes:

• Renforcer la capacité des PNLS/IST pour planifier, gérer, et évaluer les programmes et de coordonner les activités des bureaux MSPLS autres partenaires d'exécution.

• Procéder à une analyse des coûts des programmes de PTME et de services et de développer la capacité à la fois à l'utilisation des résultats de l'analyse la capacité de mettre en œuvre ce type d’analyse dans à l’avenir.

Les activités seront mises en œuvre grâce à une combinaison de consultants internationaux, régionaux, et des locaux. HFG aimerait embaucher un(e) consultant(e) local(e) qui sera chargé de la coordination locale et représente HFG sur une base de jour en jour. Le but de ce document est de décrire les principales tâches du coordinateur local.

Description des tâches

1. Aider à la mise en place des visites de consultants internationaux et régionaux, y compris l'organisation des réunions, les réservations d'hôtel, et prendre les dispositions logistiques.

2. Effectuer des activités de suivi entre les visites des consultants internationaux. Ces activités comprennent des tâches telles que:

• Participer aux réunions du groupe de travail des partenaires et des bailleurs de fonds • La collaboration avec le PNLS/IST sur des tâches spécifiques qui lui sont confiées • Le suivi des points d'action

1. Servir de point de contact principal avec l'USAID, PNLS/IST, et d'autres partenaires d'exécution. Il s'agira notamment de participer aux réunions du PEPFAR partenaire d'exécution ainsi que les réunions organisées par le PNLS/IST et ses partenaires.

2. Aider à identifier des consultants locaux ;

3. Mener des activités compatibles avec les compétences et l’expérience du coordonnateur.

4. Maintenir un contact régulier avec l’équipe du projet par téléphone et par courriel.

5. Assurer l'organisation logistique de différentes activités, notamment l'organisation de réunions, espace de réserver pour des réunions, des ateliers et des retraites, et autres tâches organisationnelles.

Livrables

• Rapports mensuels brefs précisant les activités et les enjeux rencontrés

Qualifications

Essentielles: Le consultant avec le rôle d’un coordinateur local doit avoir les qualifications suivantes: • Diplôme universitaire • Sens de l'organisation essentielle • Familiarité avec les MSPLS et des programmes de santé publique • Bonnes aptitudes en communication verbale et écrite • Maitrise de l’outil informatique et logiciels courants (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Souhaitable: • Capacité de langue anglaise

Les candidat(e)s intéressé(e)s de nationalité burundaise et qualifié(e)s sont invité(e)s à envoyer leur dossier de candidature à : HFGBurundi@abtassoc.com.

URC is seeking Short-term and Long-term Technical Advisors in Nutrition, Food Security, Infectious Diseases, Emergency Nutrition, Maternal and Child Health, Research design and implementation, Monitoring and Evaluation and Capacity Building for upcoming USAID funded project(s) in Burundi.

These projects will include maternal and child health, nutrition, family planning, reproductive health, HIV/AIDS, malaria and infectious disease.

Roles and Responsibilities:

Provide senior technical assistance in one of more of the following areas: Nutrition, Food Security, Infectious Diseases, Emergency Nutrition, Maternal and Child Health, Research design and implementation, Monitoring and Evaluation or Capacity Building

Minimum Required Qualifications:

Minimum 10 years of experience of relevant technical experience working in complex development programs related to the designated areas of expertise required. Proven experience working on USAID-funded projects and interacting with host-country governments. Experience and understanding of host country governments, international organizations and private voluntary organizations working on nutrition, health, food security, HIV/AIDS programs. Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain effective working relations with private sector entities, professional associations, senior government officials at the state and national levels, U.S. and foreign government organizations. Demonstrated effective interpersonal skills, leadership, creative problem-solving and ethical management. Familiarity improving and expanding global standards for nutrition and food security programming. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing. Local nationals are encouraged to apply.

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URC is currently seeking candidates for a USAID health systems strengthening and quality improvement program in Burundi. The program areas of focus include performance based financing, health policy, health supply chain management, monitoring and evaluation, integrated service delivery, institutional capacity building and quality improvement with technical areas of focus including HIV/AIDS; tuberculosis; family planning and reproductive health; maternal and child health; water, sanitation and hygiene; nutrition; gender-based violence and child protection.

Roles and Responsibilities:

· Participate in analyses of needs at the community level, assess resources available for addressing the needs of vulnerable households, and suggest approaches for filling gaps in existing programming. · This Specialist will consider innovative approaches, as appropriate, and recommend how they may be implemented and their impact assessed. · Reinforce through relevant approaches, activities and results for capacity strengthening of local institutions, especially district and sub-district level staff within Ministry of Health and Ministry of Agriculture structures, and engaged civil society partners. · Oversee all of the nutrition technical functions of the program. · Oversee implementation of all project activities to meet targeted objectives. · Liaise with USAID technical project staff, Regional and District partners, host government counterparts, and other project stakeholders. · Develop annual work plans, annual progress reports and quarterly reports. · Serve as the technical lead for planning and implementation of nutrition-related assessment and monitoring activities and systems, ensuring strong coordination with current program activities. · Develop strategic approaches and ensure coordination in the implementation of program activities. · Provide overall coordination, and with other key project personnel, ensure the scientific and technical quality of all activities at the global and country level.

Minimum Qualifications:

· Ensure that all project assistance for nutrition, health and WASH is technically sound and appropriate. · A Master’s degree in nutrition, public health, social sciences; or a related field, or equivalent experience. · At least 5 years’ of significant professional experience in implementing and managing nutrition, hygiene and public health development programs, as well as development activities at the community and household level, targeted towards vulnerable populations. · Demonstrated experience and understanding of food security as it relates to nutritional outcomes. · Demonstrated experience working in partnership with local level government staff as well as international and agencies, and in capacity building and transfer of skills. · Strong technical expertise pertinent to social and behavior change in nutrition, public health and WASH, along with strong communications, facilitation, and partnership skills. · Demonstrated familiarity with and commitment to addressing gender equality in nutrition and public health is required. · Demonstrated ability to foster team work and to work as a team member. · Local nationals are encouraged to apply.

Organization Description:

University Research Co., LLC (URC) University Research Co., LLC where dedicated professionals provide innovative, evidence-based solutions to health and social challenges worldwide. URC’s expertise centers on maternal, newborn, and child health; HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis, and malaria; reproductive health and family planning; nutrition and infant feeding; and vulnerable children and families. It approaches the challenges rising from these health areas through quality improvement, health system strengthening, behavior change and communication, and research and evaluation. This position is contingent upon award of the contract.

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URC is currently seeking candidates for a USAID health systems strengthening and quality improvement program in Burundi. The program areas of focus include performance based financing, health policy, health supply chain management, monitoring and evaluation, integrated service delivery, institutional capacity building and quality improvement with technical areas of focus including HIV/AIDS; tuberculosis; family planning and reproductive health; maternal and child health; water, sanitation and hygiene; nutrition; gender-based violence and child protection.

Roles and Responsibilities:

· Participate in technical activity planning meetings. · Provide technical direction as delegated by the Chief of Party for one or more technical components Coordinate program implementation including detailed monthly and quarterly work planning, capacity building and monitoring. · Ensure administrative, financial, and human resource needs for program activities. · Participate in the development of quarterly and annual reports. · Coordinate documentation of program results. · Support Chief of Party in compiling, editing and formatting all program deliverables.

Administrative Management Responsibilities:

· Effective supervision of administrative staff. · Ensuring understanding and compliance with established administrative processes among staff. · Providing direction to continuous improvement of administrative procedures and internal controls. · Overseeing Financial Manager’s management and correct use of financial system and correct and timely preparation of monthly field reports and cash projections. · Contributing to budget exercises and expense tracking. · Maintaining regular contact with USAID/other donor (as delegated by the COP), key counterparts and URC headquarters staff. · Ensuring that the overall office is professional, pleasant and that all internal and external clients are being served courteously and on time.

Minimum Qualifications:

· Knowledge and/or experience with public health programs, in developing countries Fluency in English is required, as well as fluency in French. · 5-7 years’ experience working in a USAID or other international organization’s contracting environment. · Degree in Public Health, Business Administration, Project Management or related field. · Proven track record successfully supervising several staff. · Demonstrated ability to work in teams. · Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills, particularly as related to report development. · Proficiency with MS Office Suite, with excellent MS Word and Excel skills. · Be familiar with USAID or other USG administrative, management and reporting procedures and systems as required when managing a USAID-funded contract. · Demonstrated ability to foster team work and to work as a team member. · Local nationals are encouraged to apply.

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URC is currently seeking candidates for a USAID health systems strengthening and quality improvement program in Burundi. The program areas of focus include performance based financing, health policy, health supply chain management, monitoring and evaluation, integrated service delivery, institutional capacity building and quality improvement with technical areas of focus including HIV/AIDS; tuberculosis; family planning and reproductive health; maternal and child health; water, sanitation and hygiene; nutrition; gender-based violence and child protection.

Roles and Responsibilities:

· Provide oversight for financial and administrative operations on the project. · Oversee budgeting processes, procurement, inventory, logistics, forecasting, and all other finance and administration functions for project. · Ensure compliance with URC and USAID procedures. Work with key URC staff, contractors and USAID staff to ensure full compliance with local laws. · Provide training and guidance to field finance managers on managing project expenses to annual work plan and contract budgets. · Work with the COP to ensure efficient functioning of administrative and financial processes and maintain adequate internal control. · Develop and maintain personnel and operational manuals for the project that are compliant with URC policies and procedures and country-specific laws, policies, and labor practices. · Work with technical and support staff to ensure smooth administrative and financial processes. · Work in close collaboration with COP and M&E Advisor to ensure contract monitoring and reporting. Assist COP in all logistical coordination and procurement.

Minimum Qualifications:

· At least a Masters Level Degree in Business Administration, Finance or other relevant field. · Experience in logistics, procurement or supply management highly preferred. · At least 10 years’ experience in financial management of large international projects. · Experience leading and managing the financial and administrative aspects of large multi-partner USAID projects. · Knowledge of applicable USG financial and administrative rules and regulations preferred. · Experience overseeing financial activities, human resources, knowledge in subcontracting, and sub recipient procedures; and project management, including procurement, budget development, accounting, and grants management as it pertains to the overarching project. · Proven success working in team environment with program staff on a multi-site project. · Proficiency in MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Access plus working knowledge of accounting and procurement software (particularly QuickBooks) is preferable. · Knowledge and/or experience with public health programs, in developing countries Fluency in English is required, as well as fluency in French. · Local nationals are encouraged to apply.

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URC is currently seeking candidates for a USAID health systems strengthening and quality improvement program in Burundi. The program areas of focus include performance based financing, health policy, health supply chain management, monitoring and evaluation, integrated service delivery, institutional capacity building and quality improvement with technical areas of focus including HIV/AIDS; tuberculosis; family planning and reproductive health; maternal and child health; water, sanitation and hygiene; nutrition; gender-based violence and child protection.

Roles and Responsibilities:

· Ensure the establishment and implementation of an effective and efficient system to monitor progress, impacts and successes of project activities and performance at all levels. · Develop, manage and implement the project’s M&E systems, including relevant performance indicators, baselines, and annual targets and ensures compliance to USAID requirements · Regularly review and update the project’s M&E plan · Provide technical leadership in the development and implementation of overall monitoring and evaluation framework for project implementation in selected intervention areas. · Support improved data collection, analysis and use of key health indicators by the MOH and local partners, for timely and effective decision making and planning. · Train partner and community staff in data collection, analysis and use. · Design and oversee the collection of data required to improve service delivery.

Minimum Qualifications:

· Must have a Master’s in Public Health. · At least 7 years of experience in design, monitoring, evaluation, and knowledge management for health sector projects with a background. · Experience monitoring USG-funded projects and knowledge of USAID health sector reporting indicators preferred. · Demonstrated experience with research methodologies, qualitative and quantitative research methods, data analysis, and establishing M&E systems in developing countries. · Excellent written and verbal communication skills and relevant computer software skills with proficiency in Excel and other data management systems. · Required to have strong interpersonal, oral and written communication, and presentations skills in French. · Be familiar with USAID or other USG administrative, management and reporting procedures and systems as required when managing a USAID-funded contract. · Demonstrated ability to foster team work and to work as a team member. · Local nationals are encouraged to apply.

Organization Description:

University Research Co., LLC (URC) University Research Co., LLC where dedicated professionals provide innovative, evidence-based solutions to health and social challenges worldwide. URC’s expertise centers on maternal, newborn, and child health; HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis, and malaria; reproductive health and family planning; nutrition and infant feeding; and vulnerable children and families. It approaches the challenges rising from these health areas through quality improvement, health system strengthening, behavior change and communication, and research and evaluation. This position is contingent upon award of the contract.

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URC is currently seeking candidates for a USAID health systems strengthening and quality improvement program in Burundi. The program areas of focus include performance based financing, health policy, health supply chain management, monitoring and evaluation, integrated service delivery, institutional capacity building and quality improvement with technical areas of focus including HIV/AIDS; tuberculosis; family planning and reproductive health; maternal and child health; water, sanitation and hygiene;nutrition; gender-based violence and child protection. Roles and Responsibilities: Provide overall planning, implementation, technical and management responsibility for all activities. Provide vision and strategic leadership. Serve as the primary liaison with USAID/Burundi on contract management and technical matters. Serve as URC’s representative to host country government, other donors and multinationals, technical agencies and other participating organizations as required. Establish administrative and technical oversight framework to monitor and assure progress towards achievement of the project goals and objectives. Ensure that technical assistance and expertise provided under the contract is timely, responsive, and of high quality. Oversee the senior advisory team and provide support as needed.

Minimum Required Qualifications: Have a minimum of a Master’s Degree, ideally in Administration or related area exceptional relevant experience, which includes a minimum of 15 years managing the implementation of development assistance programs may be considered in lieu of an advanced degree. Minimum of 15 years of experience working in the health sector and successfully managing a high-pace multi-disciplinary team to achieve development results. Minimum of 5 years of experience in managing donor-funded projects from design to implementation to completion in developing countries preferably with some of the experience in Burundi. Minimum of 3 years of experience in the management of a results-based financing program in public health. Demonstrated ability to perform at a senior policy level, demonstrated by previous experience in leading the development and implementation of international health sector development programs. Demonstrated ability to lead and guide team in the timely completion of all required reporting and performance deliverables under a multi-million U.S. dollar contract. Required to have strong interpersonal, oral and written communication, and presentations skills in Strong oral and written communication and presentations skills in French. Be familiar with USAID or other USG administrative, management and reporting procedures and systems as required when managing a USAID-funded contract. Demonstrated ability to foster team work and to work as a team member. Organization Description:

University Research Co., LLC (URC) University Research Co., LLC where dedicated professionals provide innovative, evidence-based solutions to health and social challenges worldwide. URC’s expertise centers on maternal, newborn, and child health; HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis, and malaria; reproductive health and family planning; nutrition and infant feeding; and vulnerable children and families. It approaches the challenges rising from these health areas through quality improvement, health system strengthening, behavior change and communication, and research and evaluation. This position is contingent upon award of the contract.

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The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises and helps people to survive and rebuild their lives. Founded in 1933 at the request of Albert Einstein, the IRC offers lifesaving care and life-changing assistance to refugees forced to flee from war or disaster. At work today in over 40 countries and 22 U.S. cities, we restore safety, dignity and hope to millions who are uprooted and struggling to endure. The IRC leads the way from harm to home.

The IRC opened its offices in Burundi in 1996 and initially focused on life saving interventions and provision of immediate assistance to refugees and IDPs. IRC Burundi now focuses on development-oriented interventions in order to support the country’s transition to lasting peace and stability.

Scope of Work The DDO is the focal point for assuring the quality, timeliness and security of all IRC operational functions, ensuring that policies and procedures are developed and consistently applied. He/she will directly supervise the HR Coordinator, Administration Manager, Logistics Ccoordinator, IT Manager and Field Coordinators. The DDO reports to the Country Director and is a member of the senior management team. The DDO will travel at least 25% of the time to field sites in Bujumbura Rural, Makamba, Ruyigi and Muyinga provinces, and participate strengthening staff and operations in IRC Rwanda.

Key Responsabilities Representation • Represent IRC Burundi operations in meetings as required • Develop a sound understanding of the IRC Burundi/Rwanda programs

Policies, Procedures and Coordination
• Supervise the Field Coordinators for Makamba, Ruyigi and Muyinga through regular visits and remote support • Ensure coordination between Administration, HR and Logistics
• Work with Senior Management Team regarding the operational objectives of the Country Program Strategic Plan • Ensure donor compliance requirements, especially as it relates to purchasing • Implement IRC global operational policies at a national level, working in collaboration with the Country Director and Finance Controller • Identify operational policy voids and develop new policies as appropriate • Review existing operational policy manuals, devise a plan for updating them and then ensure their consistent enforcement • Serve as a operations focal point and maintain communications with key HQ staff: operations and security and the regional unit • Ensure that annual operations plan is in place with regular follow-up department leaders

Budget & Finance • Produce content for new budgets covering operational requirements and provide advice on procurement related budgeting • Maintain close working relations with the Finance Controller to ensure full and coordinated support to operations • Manage operations budget lines on all projects

Human Resources • Ensure that operational staff have annual performance plans and are evaluated each year • Ensure that the recruitment process is efficient and transparent • Participate in periodic reviews of national staff salaries and benefits and recommend adjustments as appropriate. • Serve as focal point person for the implementation the IRC code of conduct (The IRC Way; work in collaboration with the HR Coordinator and legal counsel to resolve outstanding legal disputes • Assure the implementation of the IRC orientation system (IRCconnect) • Assure the implementation of the Global HR Operational policies & procedures • Ensure the continued implementation of the HR information system (Workday) • Within the organization and in collaboration with the HR coordinator, identify staff knowledge areas that require strengthening and work with the requisite supervisors and staff to provide the appropriate training or guidance, with a goal of contributing to staff retention

Administration • Ensure all necessary support for the functioning of the office, including external relations with the government, is in place

Logistique/IT • Verify that country logistics policies are appropriate, documented, disseminated and required monitoring processes are effective • Assist logistics staff in working effectively with other units to improve planning and resource utilization • Undertake periodic system reviews of procurement, vehicle and fuel, asset, warehouse/inventory, suppliers and vendor contracts and communication systems to identify areas for improvement and compliance with IRC policy • Review key/routine reports, (PO/PR tracking, fuel consumption, procurement plans) and provide feedback and recommendations • Oversee IT operations and assure smooth functioning of all basic IT services; collaborate with HQ on IT strategy for IRC Burundi and Rwanda programs

Security • Serve as security focal point, attending meetings and gathering information as needed • Ensure that the Security Management Plan and SOP’s are regularly updated
• Support Country Director in troubleshooting security incidents • Provide management support and oversight in implementing security policies and procedures; ensure staff are trained in basic security procedures • Ensure all office and residential locations are safe and secure

Minimum Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a related field • At least 8 years experience in senior management and leadership position in operations management • International experience and in Africa. • Understanding of working in partnership with suppliers, government, donors and NGOs • Experience managing large teams including capacity building and team building • Experience in working in a post-confict and/or emergency environment preferred • Demonstrated capacity to work independently or as a team in difficult environments, a multicultural context and rapidly changing situations • Strong communication skills and capacity to develop effective interpersonal relations • Capacity to speak, read and write in French and English

Please apply online: http://ch.tbe.taleo.net/CH02/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=IRC&cws=1&r... .

Application deadline: Sunday, May 28, 2013

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises and helps people to survive and rebuild their lives. Founded in 1933 at the request of Albert Einstein, the IRC offers lifesaving care and life-changing assistance to refugees forced to flee from war or disaster. At work today in over 40 countries and 22 U.S. cities, we restore safety, dignity and hope to millions who are uprooted and struggling to endure. The IRC leads the way from harm to home.

IRC Burundi seeks support to further develop its economic focused programming, specifically focusing on identifying agriculture value chain opportunities and other relevant market linkages for program beneficiaries. IRC Burundi has been implementing a range of economic programming including a SIDA funded Youth & Livelihoods (Y&L) apprenticeship training; BMFA funded village savings and loans associations (VSLA) and business training for vulnerable women and; USAID funded project facilitating access to VSLAs, income-generating activity training and continued mentoring and business development.

Over the last 5 years of implementation, the team has recognized the need develop its economic programming, ensuring that beneficiaries are supported in learning market-based skills with systematic linkages with market opportunities. This would entail moving away from traditional trades training (bicycle repair, masonry, etc.), perhaps include agriculture-based activities and/or innovative activities (such recycling natural waste for fuel or glass recycling), and identify opportunities for appropriate support to beneficiaries to ensure they can provide quality inputs into market linkages.

The selected consultant would support identified key staff from both Child and Youth Protection and Development programs as well as Women’s Protection and Empowerment programs to better identify value chain opportunities and create market linkages for beneficiaries of current and future programs.

Scope of Work Specifically the Value Chain Research and Training Consultant will provide the IRC with the following information regarding current value-chain opportunities in Makamba, Bujumbura Rural, Muyinga and three small localities in Cibitoke (Mabayi), Kayanza (Rwegura) and Muramvya (Teza): • Research on primary existing and/or potential value chains and value chain (private sector) actors • Research on appropriate means to increase labor productivity and access to value chains for beneficiaries • Research financial actors and services able/willing to support IRC beneficiaries for value chain improvements and access (partnership development)

After the first stage of work, the consultant may be requested, with an amended work plan, re-defined deliverables and contract, to provide tools, guidance and recommendations for the following: • Train and accompany program staff in conducting basic household economic assessment to identify current beneficiaries’ economic activities and available capital; • Train and accompany program staff in conducting market assessment to identify high potential value chains relevant to IRC target groups and to identify with selected representatives of target groups 2-3 value chains that they could participate in; • Train and accompany program staff in identifying existing and new opportunities for value addition functions (in terms of profits and employment opportunities) along the value chain; • Support program staff to identify financial institutions and partners capable of supporting financing mechanisms for startup/inputs.

Deliverables The following are the consultancy deliverables:

Private Sector (value chain) Mapping • Mapping of, initial contact with and recommendations on viable partnerships with primary existing and/or potential value chains and value chain (private sector) actors relevant to the identified geographical areas • Identification and recommendation of appropriate means to increase labor productivity and access to value chains for beneficiaries

Partnership Development • Mapping and recommendation of financial actors and services able/willing to support IRC beneficiaries for value chain improvements and access

Final report including findings and recommendations o Specific value chain identification o List of potential partners/market actors within identified value chains with contact information o Specific program intervention suggestions for IRC Burundi team

Timeframe The IRC Burundi staff will begin with initial research outlined by consultant in late April/early May. The IRC Burundi will identify one locality mentioned above as a pilot—expecting the consultant to complete all deliverables detailed above for the specified location. If satisfied, the IRC will engage the consultant in completing the same deliverables in the remaining localities.

For application to this consultancy, please submit a technical, including a suggested calendar and workplan, and financial proposal by April 28, 2013.

Please apply online: http://ch.tbe.taleo.net/CH02/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=IRC&cws=1&r... .

To be considered for this position, please apply online at: http://www.pathfinder.org/about-us/careers/employment-opportunities/ Pathfinder Overview

Pathfinder International is a global leader in sexual and reproductive health. We place reproductive health care at the center of all that we do—believing that it is not only a fundamental human right, but is critical for expanding life opportunities for women, families, communities, and nations, and paving the way for transformations in environmental stewardship, decreases in population pressures, and innovations in poverty reduction. Pathfinder provides women, men, and adolescents with a range of quality health services—from contraception and maternal care to HIV prevention and AIDS care and treatment. Pathfinder strives to strengthen access to family planning, ensure availability of safe abortion services and post-abortion care, advocate for sound reproductive health policies, and, through all of our work, improve the rights and lives of the people we serve.

Program Overview

The Burundi country office is in the process of closing two USAID-funded projects that Pathfinder has been leading for approximately five years. The first is a Maternal Child Health Project that is implemented in two provinces—Kayanza and Muyinga--in Burundi. The second is a Family Planning project that is implemented in the same two Burundian provinces as well as in South Kivu in Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo. In addition to the USG funded activities, Pathfinder Burundi is implementing two other projects: Performance Based Financing, through a contract with the Ministry of Health, and a nutrition project that is funded by UNICEF.

As the Maternal Child Health project has been implemented in Burundi since 2007, the program has seen significant success in increasing the percent of deliveries attended by skilled professionals, substantial decreases in the number of underweight infants, and a noticeable rise in the number of women reported as using modern methods of contraception. The project has also piloted a community approach to addressing malaria, through home-based management and referral.

The Flexible Family Planning Project for Transition Situations identifies flexible approaches for family planning and gender-based violence services during emergency and transition situations. The project operates in Muyinga and Kayanza provinces in Burundi, and Walungu in eastern DRC, which are sites that host significant refugee and displaced populations, in an effort to develop appropriate packages of pre, mid, and post-crisis models of service provision. Training topics have included healthy images of manhood and healthy timing and spacing of pregnancy.

The Performance-Based Financing project, which Pathfinder has implemented for the last three years through two contracts with the Ministry of Health, improves health services by focusing on productivity, results, and outputs—rather than just inputs—to the health system. The project has increased the use and quality of health services via performance-based payments to health facilities, continual expansion and improvement of services, development and support of mechanisms to manage performance-based financing at the provincial and district levels, and community surveys to assess the satisfaction of community beneficiaries with the quality of health services.

A nutrition project, recently awarded to Pathfinder by UNICEF, is contributing to the reduction of chronic and acute malnutrition in children under five years of age in the provinces of Muyinga and Kayanza. Position Purpose

The Interim Country Representative will essentially fulfill the duties of a Country Representative during a period of transition for Pathfinder Burundi/DRC possibly for up to six months. While the outgoing country representative will oversee final project activities and evaluation of the USAID-funded work until March 31st, the Interim Country Representative is needed to ensure proper achievement of final closeout tasks and to continue ongoing management of the Pathfinder office and two smaller projects that continue beyond March 2013. Periodic managerial oversight might also be needed for the newly-awarded family planning project based in Kinshasa. In addition, Pathfinder Burundi/DRC is positioning itself for possible new funding from the USG and/or other donors, so the Interim Country Representative may be engaged in a proposal development process.

The Interim Country Representative coordinates, manages and increases visability and funding for Pathfinder International programs in Burundi/DRC. S/he prominently positions Pathfinder as a leader in the field of Maternal Child Health and Family Planning and as a successful partner in the development and cost effective implementation of USG government, UN, and privately-funded programs. The Interim Country Representative works closely with Pathfinder International’s in-country and headquarters staff to conceptualize and plan program development activities, diversify funding resources, and build on country and international best practices.

The Interim Country Representative also provides strategic leadership and managerial oversight of the administrative, programmatic, technical, financial and operational aspects of Pathfinder International’s Burundi/DRC Program. S/he ensures that program objectives are met, all activities are responsive to the needs of the host country, in compliance with donor requirements, and that the program continues to advance and play a key role in contributing to Pathfinder International’s development within Burundi/DRC.

Pathfinder International’s Burundi/DRC current program activities include maternal child health, family planning, performance-based financing, reproductive health services for refugee/displaced persons, nutrition, and malaria.

Key Responsibilities

Organizational Representation

• Serve as the primary representative for Pathfinder International on all matters related to the Country Program. Meet regularly with donors, partners, local Government agencies, and other key stakeholders to share progress, accomplishments, and challenges.
• Be a vigilent voice for justice for reproductive rights and health and work strategically to incorporate into our implementing partners integrity and committment to relevant parties both within country and Pathfinder. Work to remove policy impedements in reprodiuctive health and rights and to foster and forge improvements.
• Use the Theory of Change to guide country strategies; create a timeline to implement strategy; contribute to organizational TOC goals and continuously evaluate country level progress for achieving organizational strategic goals.
• Provide periodic updates to the Pathfinder staff worldwide on the progress made, technical direction, approaches, challenges, successes, and lessons learned in managing the country Program.
• In all matters, develop and foster a strong partner relationship with headquarters to build a unified organization working in concert to achieve organizational goals.

Strategy

• Utilize a participatory approach to developing and updating the country strategic plan, ensuring that programmatic directions are technically sound, evidence-based and consistent with Pathfinder’s country priorities.
• Ensure local organizations are developed and strengthened to become successful, sustainable bodies to promote RH/FP in their respective communities and countries.

Administration

• Implement administrative and financial operations of the Program, ensuring compliance and ethical standards, corporate philosophy, local laws and with Pathfinder International’s policy and contract provisions.
• Develop management policies and procedures to ensure efficiency, quality, and all resources are in place, adhered to, and in compliance with local laws, donor rules and regulations.
• Contract and manage local individuals/organizations for identified tasks according to donor and Pathfinder International procedures. Negotiate consultancy agreements, provide training and/or develop capacity of local partners in mandated program areas.
• Ensure that security guidelines and procedures are established, maintained, updated regularly and adhered to by the Country team. Monitor the security situation and provide leadership for staff in emergencies.
• Protect the organization’s resources and assets and ensure that they are used efficiently in furtherance of Pathfinder’s mission and programs

Human Resources Management

• Build a culture and a work environment where every employee regardless of role/title feels s/he contributes to the larger purpose of reproductive health and rights.
• Build a high performing team focusing resources on employee retention, professional development, organizational culture and staff morale.
• Manage the HR function in the country ensuring Pathfinder policies and standards are maintained.
• Supervise the HR Manager in the development and maintenance of local Handbooks, staff morale, customized policies, HR reports, procedures, systems, maintenance of personnel files and other legally required documentation.
• Ensure compliance with local labor laws and practice.
• Select, hire and supervise staff and subcontractors; assign roles and responsibilities, manage performance and monitor the efficiency and effectiveness of the work.

Program Management

• Directs the successful programmatic, technical and financial implementation of the country’s programs and awards including the timely completion of high quality reports, work plans, performance objectives and other mandated deliverables.
• Undertake travel within the country and the region as necessary for the development of new projects and monitoring of ongoing program activities.
• Partner successfully with Pathfinder’s Program Director and and country management team and Headquarters financial and technical staff by providing accurate and timely reporting and updates on the Program progress and difficulties.
• Contribute to other country programs, provide technical assistance, support and foster cross country collaboration and fertilization.
• Serve on the Country Representative Council.
• Promote and enable in-country staff to travel and assist other countries in service to professional growth and development as well as organizational capacity building.
• Oversee all subgrantee relationships to ensure that subgrantees are accomplishing programmatic objectives and that both Pathfinderand the subgrantees comply with applicable rules and policies.
• Document technical components of materials and Program achevements for communications materials such as annual reports, brochures, and website updates.
• Monitor the country program progress and achievements vis a vis the goals and objectives utilizing tools and methods developed by Pathfinder and in alignment with donor requirements.

Financial Management

• Develop and prepare the budget and manage expenses within approved budget.
• Maintain all internal controls and ensure that the controls are operating effectively.
• Report on financial results. Approve the monthly operating report.

Fundraising/Development

• Maintain close working relationships with the Headquarters Director of Business Development and Director of Foundation Relations to implement regional program development strategies and to diversify funding resources.
• Gather information/intelligence from the field on future and current funding opportunities and communicate these to Headquarters.
• Monitor, identify, pursue and negotiate funding opportunities with various donors and partners to expand Pathfinder's in-country activities in close colaboration with New Business and Resource Development.
• Maintain an awareness of the programs conducted by other international NGOs including but not limited to RH/FP, Maternal Child Health, and HIV/AIDS.
• Promote Pathfinder International by attending meetings, delivering presentations and cultivating positive, productive relationships with donors, partners, Ministry of Health, and other governmental agencies.
• Assist with the creation of proposal teams, and lead, manage and/or respond to proposals.

Basic Requirements

• Master’s degree in public health, social sciences or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience managing mid-large scale donor funded Reproductive Health projects in developing and transitioning countries, including operations and financial management experience in developing countries.
• Hands-on experience working effectively with local, regional and central-level government authorities.
• Demonstrated experience in successfully fulfilling performance objectives, including the timely implementation and reporting of donor-funded program activities and completion of deliverables.
• Experience working with a major donor and their requirements.
• In-depth knowledge of public and/or private health systems and, decentralization of services in one of Pathfinder’s core program areas.
• Excellent diplomatic, interpersonal and communication (written and verbal) skills.
• Proven ability to create and maintain effective working relations with senior government personnel, international organizations, NGO partners, host country governments, and U. S. government agencies.
• Demonstrated ability to manage, motivate, mentor and direct staff while creating a positive team environment.
• Excellent knowledge of the political, social, economic, and cultural context of working in Central Africa, ideally Burundi and/or DRC, and francophone African countries.
• Ability to present results and products to USAID, other donors, and key stakeholders.
• Thorough understanding of and ability to analyze finanical documents, projections, expenditures and accruals.
• Expert computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
• Must be fluent in English and French.
• Position requires up to 40% in-county or regional travel depending upon project needs.
• Occasional travel to the US Headquarters or other Pathfinder field operations may be required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience managing USAID and UN-funded activities desirable.
• Knowledge of accounting software helpful.

Pathfinder International is proud to be an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer

To be considered for this position, please apply online at: http://www.pathfinder.org/about-us/careers/employment-opportunities/

ORGANIZATION OVERVIEW

The extreme disparity in health outcomes and access to healthcare that exists today between the world’s rich and the world’s poor is unjust and unsustainable. To change this unacceptable status quo will require a new generation of leaders with diverse skills and backgrounds. Emerging leaders need opportunities to build their skills and build meaningful connections with other young leaders who share a vision for transformative change. Global Health Corps is mobilizing a global community of emerging leaders to build the movement for health equity. We do this by:

• Increasing the impact of great organizations today: Fellows work with high-impact organizations in yearlong paid positions. During their fellowship year, fellows make a significant and measurable contribution to the partner organization and the target population.

• Training and supporting the leaders of tomorrow: Over the course of the fellowship year, fellows participate in a wide range of activities aimed at increasing their effectiveness as practitioners and their development as leaders.

• Building a global community of change-makers: Fellows build a set of shared values, commitment and skills that they carry well beyond the fellowship year.

The GHC community and alumni program serve as a source of opportunity and strength throughout fellows’ lives and careers. Fellows work in teams of 2—one international fellow, one in-country fellow—in a wide range of areas to support our partners in improving healthcare access and health outcomes for the poor. Fellows have built financial management systems for grassroots HIV organizations in Uganda, counseled homeless teenagers in New Jersey, supported district pharmacies in Rwanda in rolling out new supply chain management tools, and conducted policy research in Washington DC.

POSITION OVERVIEW

Global Health Corps seeks a passionate and organized leader to serve as the Burundi Program Manager, starting in May 2013. The Program Manager is responsible for providing dedicated support to our fellows and partner organizations in Burundi. The Program Manager manages all fellow logistical and programmatic support in Burundi and coordinates a number of regional and organization-wide training events. The Program Manager will also work with the VP of Programs in developing and managing GHC’s leadership development curriculum, platforms for fellow collaboration, and the alumni program. This position requires exceptional passion for our work and the ability to thrive in a dynamic, start-up work environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES

(1) Fellow Programming and Support:

• Serve as primary support staff for all fellows in Burundi, coordinating housing, financial, travel, and general fellowship logistics throughout the year.

• Support on-boarding of all new fellows in both the programmatic and logistical preparations for the orientation training, including facilitation of effective pre -arrival -communications with their respective organizations before the orientation training.

• Prepare fellow supervisors to work with and manage fellows effectively through the organization of the in country supervisors’ workshop and regular communications

• Conduct regular check-ins with each fellow, offering supportive accompaniment through professional and personal development during the fellowship year.

• Organize country-based activities and events for fellows, including quarterly workshops, attendance at a midyear retreat, and locally-based events and opportunities to foster community building and leadership development.

(2) Placement Organization Relationship Management:

• Lead networking and recruiting efforts with potential new placement organizations in the country.

• Work with the VP of Programs to develop the portfolio of placement organizations.

• Collaborate with other GHC staff to develop strategic partners in curriculum design, advising, advocacy and general programming.

• Work with new and existing placement organizations to develop fellow position descriptions, coordinate contracts, and make logistical preparations for hosting fellows.

• Communicate with placement organization supervisors / staff contacts regularly during fellowship year, including site visits, formal evaluations, selection process support, etc.

(3) Alumni Programming:

• Working with the Alumni Committee in the country, facilitate the continued involvement of GHC fellows from prior years.

• Organize professional development and networking events for alumni in the region and offer professional and personal support as needed.

• Working with the VP of Programs and the rest of the Program Team, continue to develop programming for alumni.

(4) Overall Programmatic and Operations Support:

• Lead regional-specific efforts to recruit and select future fellows from the region, including in- country interview coordination.

• Handle all country operational needs, including managing country program budget, maintaining NGO registration status, and overseeing GHC property rentals.

• Serve as a GHC representative at events as needed.

• Support other members of the GHC team as needed on operational or programmatic projects throughout the year.

QUALIFICATIONS

Capabilities and Personal Traits:

• Fluent in English and French

• Exceptional drive and passion for our work; mission-driven with a positive attitude

• Compassionate listener; genuine interest in the personal narratives and development of young leaders

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• High emotional intelligence and interpersonal skills

• Keen analytic problem solving abilities

• Orientation towards timely execution with excellent follow-through skills

• Careful attention to detail, with an innovative eye for improving systems

• Entrepreneurial, adaptable, and action-oriented

• Knowledgeable and passionate about global health and international development

EXPERIENCES:

• 3+ years experience working in Burundi

• Demonstrated ability to manage systems and processes

• Experience with event planning and/or program logistics management

• Experience working with people in a cross-cultural working environment

• Comfortable working under frequent, tight timelines and delivering high-quality work products on time

• Commitment to health and social justice issues and understanding of global health and development issues

• Counseling, guidance, mentoring, or leadership development experience preferred

To apply, please submit resume and cover letter to apply@ghcorps.org. Please indicate Burundi Program Manager in the email subject.

Duration: Immediately to December 2013, with the possibility of extension

Summary of Programme: AOAV has been operating in Burundi since 2012, implementing two programmes focused on reducing the prevalence and impact of armed violence.

Responsibilities: The Country Representative will provide overall leadership, management and strategic vision to the implementation of AOAV’s Burundi-based programmes, while maintaining staff and resources. The Country Representative will ensure accountability to AOAV policies and donor rules and regulations, and will be the primary programme representative.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Key technical inputs (developing and strengthening relationships with and between the armed violence stakeholders)
• Overall programme management and development
• Partnership liaison and development
• Donor liaison
• Communication
• Security (assist in review and development of AOAV security policy in Burundi and review safety and security systems in country, ensuring that security management related to overseas based AOAV staff and projects complies with AOAV policies and provides a safe working environment)
• Finance (analyse financial reports/audit reports and work with project partners and AOAV HQ on allocation of funds as necessary)

Requirements:

Knowledge and Experience

• A degree or equivalent in International Development or similar
• Overseas programme experience within the development sector
• Experience in planning, implanting and monitoring development programmes in the Great Lakes Region of Africa
• Comprehensive experience of planning and conducting NGO partnership assessments, and of drafting partnership proposals on behalf of NGOs
• Experience of identifying fund raising opportunities
• Understanding of political/social context in Burundi and Great Lakes Region
• Previous experience working in Burundi
• Strong financial management skills, including experience of budget planning and management
• Practical planning and project management experience
• Experience in mainstream gender within programme design and implementation
• A background in training, capacity building and monitoring and evaluation (desirable)
• An understanding of armed violence reduction and prevention programming/ conflict/ security sector/ governance programmes (desirable)
• Experience in planning and implementing successful advocacy work (desirable)

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to draft clear and concise NGO project proposals and to write reports
• Ability to travel and work abroad independently for periods of time
• Good IT skills (Microsoft office)
• A proven ability to establish effective working relationships and partnerships with a wide variety of local, national and international actors and institutions (civil society, government and international community)
• An ability to think and plan strategically
• Excellent organisational and administrative skills and ability for self directed work
• Willingness to travel to remote locations
• Sensitivity to a range of cultures and traditions
• Excellent spoken and written French
• Strong ability to speak / write English

Please visit http://www.aoav.org.uk/about-us/vacancies for a full job description and details on how to apply. An application form and equal monitoring form should be downloaded and sent to jobs@aoav.org.uk .

Management Sciences for Health (MSH) saves lives and improves health by helping public and private organizations throughout the world to effectively manage people, medicines, money, and information. Working from more than 45 country offices and our Arlington, Virginia, and Cambridge, Massachusetts, US headquarters, our staff from 73 nations is highly regarded for its technical expertise, integrity, and commitment to making a lasting difference in health. We live our mission to save lives and improve the health of the world’s poorest and most vulnerable people by closing the gap between knowledge and action in public health.

MSH seeks a Project Director to provide strategic leadership, management, and direction for a program designed to assist the Ministry of Health improve the quality of the package of basic maternal and child health services; to build the capacity of health center staff; to build the capacity of national, provincial and district authorities to collect, analyze, disseminate and act on health information data; and to provide targeted communities with the knowledge and skills to identify, prevent and address key MCH risks.

This position is contingent upon project award and funding.

OVERALL RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Project Director leads and manages the project and is accountable for project deliverables and results, with full accountability and authority for the development, execution, and monitoring of the project, including (1) vision and technical strategy; (2) project management; (3) documentation and communication; (4) client(s) and stakeholder(s) relationships; and (5) coordination and synergy with other MSH projects.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Oversee implementation of program activities and provides high quality technical and strategic leadership, managerial oversight, and administration of the project.
2. Serve as the primary project liaison from MSH to the donor and is accountable for the achievement of results, ensuring quality of services are maintained at the highest standard, and that all project objectives and deliverables are met.
3. Adapt and implement management systems with standard operating procedures to administer all activities funded by the agreement, ensuring sufficient financial staff for disbursing all local costs under this project, monitoring and tracking expenditures, and preparing financial reports of project expenditures for submission to the donor.
4. Collaborate with partners, donor, and stakeholder representatives, building and maintaining productive relationships.
5. Supervise direct reports with a particular focus on achievement of their key tasks and project deliverables.
6. Communicate, implement, and assure adherence to MSH and project policies, guidelines and values; develops staff skills and knowledge; and facilitates supervisee success and professional development whenever possible.
7. Serve as the primary liaison for communication with the donor, US Government representatives, partners, civil society organizations, appropriate officials from local governments and municipalities and representatives from other donor and development agencies.

QUALIFICATIONS: 1. Minimum of a Master’s degree in Public Health or other relevant discipline. 2. At least 10 years senior-level experience designing, implementing, and managing complex health programs in the Burundi or other sub-Saharan African countries, preferably in the area of maternal and child health. 3. Significant experience and technical expertise in the implementation of programs in IMCI, or supporting maternal and young child nutrition; birth preparedness and maternity services in Burundi or other sub-Saharan African countries. 4. Demonstrated ability to negotiate and influence policy and program decisions with senior government and donor officials. 5. Familiarity with donor regulations and administrative procedures in the implementation of donor-assisted project. 6. Track record of strong commitment to sharing knowledge, documenting experiences, supporting creative initiatives, and sharing credit. 7. Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with senior-level colleagues, particularly interacting productively, proactively, and comfortably with government agencies, NGOs, private sector groups, cooperating agencies, and donor organizations. 8. Demonstrated strategic agility, diplomacy, conflict management, team building, written and oral communication, and negotiation skills. 9. Fluency in French and English.

Management Sciences for Health is an equal opportunity employer offering employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship, physical or mental handicap, or status as a disabled or Vietnam Era veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces.

To apply for this position, please visit the Employment Opportunities section of our website at www.jobs-msh.icims.com. If you cannot apply online or have difficulty doing so, please email an explanation of your problem to iRecruiterproblem@msh.org.

To be considered for this position, please apply online at: http://www.pathfinder.org/about-us/careers/employment-opportunities/ Pathfinder Overview

Pathfinder International is a global leader in sexual and reproductive health. We place reproductive health care at the center of all that we do—believing that it is not only a fundamental human right, but is critical for expanding life opportunities for women, families, communities, and nations, and paving the way for transformations in environmental stewardship, decreases in population pressures, and innovations in poverty reduction. Pathfinder provides women, men, and adolescents with a range of quality health services—from contraception and maternal care to HIV prevention and AIDS care and treatment. Pathfinder strives to strengthen access to family planning, ensure availability of safe abortion services and post-abortion care, advocate for sound reproductive health policies, and, through all of our work, improve the rights and lives of the people we serve.

Program Overview

The Burundi country office is in the process of closing two USAID-funded projects that Pathfinder has been leading for approximately five years. The first is a Maternal Child Health Project that is implemented in two provinces—Kayanza and Muyinga--in Burundi. The second is a Family Planning project that is implemented in the same two Burundian provinces as well as in South Kivu in Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo. In addition to the USG funded activities, Pathfinder Burundi is implementing two other projects: Performance Based Financing, through a contract with the Ministry of Health, and a nutrition project that is funded by UNICEF.

As the Maternal Child Health project has been implemented in Burundi since 2007, the program has seen significant success in increasing the percent of deliveries attended by skilled professionals, substantial decreases in the number of underweight infants, and a noticeable rise in the number of women reported as using modern methods of contraception. The project has also piloted a community approach to addressing malaria, through home-based management and referral.

The Flexible Family Planning Project for Transition Situations identifies flexible approaches for family planning and gender-based violence services during emergency and transition situations. The project operates in Muyinga and Kayanza provinces in Burundi, and Walungu in eastern DRC, which are sites that host significant refugee and displaced populations, in an effort to develop appropriate packages of pre, mid, and post-crisis models of service provision. Training topics have included healthy images of manhood and healthy timing and spacing of pregnancy.

The Performance-Based Financing project, which Pathfinder has implemented for the last three years through two contracts with the Ministry of Health, improves health services by focusing on productivity, results, and outputs—rather than just inputs—to the health system. The project has increased the use and quality of health services via performance-based payments to health facilities, continual expansion and improvement of services, development and support of mechanisms to manage performance-based financing at the provincial and district levels, and community surveys to assess the satisfaction of community beneficiaries with the quality of health services.

A nutrition project, recently awarded to Pathfinder by UNICEF, is contributing to the reduction of chronic and acute malnutrition in children under five years of age in the provinces of Muyinga and Kayanza. Position Purpose

The Interim Country Representative will essentially fulfill the duties of a Country Representative during a period of transition for Pathfinder Burundi/DRC possibly for up to six months. While the outgoing country representative will oversee final project activities and evaluation of the USAID-funded work until March 31st, the Interim Country Representative is needed to ensure proper achievement of final closeout tasks and to continue ongoing management of the Pathfinder office and two smaller projects that continue beyond March 2013. Periodic managerial oversight might also be needed for the newly-awarded family planning project based in Kinshasa. In addition, Pathfinder Burundi/DRC is positioning itself for possible new funding from the USG and/or other donors, so the Interim Country Representative may be engaged in a proposal development process.

The Interim Country Representative coordinates, manages and increases visability and funding for Pathfinder International programs in Burundi/DRC. S/he prominently positions Pathfinder as a leader in the field of Maternal Child Health and Family Planning and as a successful partner in the development and cost effective implementation of USG government, UN, and privately-funded programs. The Interim Country Representative works closely with Pathfinder International’s in-country and headquarters staff to conceptualize and plan program development activities, diversify funding resources, and build on country and international best practices.

The Interim Country Representative also provides strategic leadership and managerial oversight of the administrative, programmatic, technical, financial and operational aspects of Pathfinder International’s Burundi/DRC Program. S/he ensures that program objectives are met, all activities are responsive to the needs of the host country, in compliance with donor requirements, and that the program continues to advance and play a key role in contributing to Pathfinder International’s development within Burundi/DRC.

Pathfinder International’s Burundi/DRC current program activities include maternal child health, family planning, performance-based financing, reproductive health services for refugee/displaced persons, nutrition, and malaria.

Key Responsibilities

Organizational Representation

• Serve as the primary representative for Pathfinder International on all matters related to the Country Program. Meet regularly with donors, partners, local Government agencies, and other key stakeholders to share progress, accomplishments, and challenges.
• Be a vigilent voice for justice for reproductive rights and health and work strategically to incorporate into our implementing partners integrity and committment to relevant parties both within country and Pathfinder. Work to remove policy impedements in reprodiuctive health and rights and to foster and forge improvements.
• Use the Theory of Change to guide country strategies; create a timeline to implement strategy; contribute to organizational TOC goals and continuously evaluate country level progress for achieving organizational strategic goals.
• Provide periodic updates to the Pathfinder staff worldwide on the progress made, technical direction, approaches, challenges, successes, and lessons learned in managing the country Program.
• In all matters, develop and foster a strong partner relationship with headquarters to build a unified organization working in concert to achieve organizational goals.

Strategy

• Utilize a participatory approach to developing and updating the country strategic plan, ensuring that programmatic directions are technically sound, evidence-based and consistent with Pathfinder’s country priorities.
• Ensure local organizations are developed and strengthened to become successful, sustainable bodies to promote RH/FP in their respective communities and countries.

Administration

• Implement administrative and financial operations of the Program, ensuring compliance and ethical standards, corporate philosophy, local laws and with Pathfinder International’s policy and contract provisions.
• Develop management policies and procedures to ensure efficiency, quality, and all resources are in place, adhered to, and in compliance with local laws, donor rules and regulations.
• Contract and manage local individuals/organizations for identified tasks according to donor and Pathfinder International procedures. Negotiate consultancy agreements, provide training and/or develop capacity of local partners in mandated program areas.
• Ensure that security guidelines and procedures are established, maintained, updated regularly and adhered to by the Country team. Monitor the security situation and provide leadership for staff in emergencies.
• Protect the organization’s resources and assets and ensure that they are used efficiently in furtherance of Pathfinder’s mission and programs

Human Resources Management

• Build a culture and a work environment where every employee regardless of role/title feels s/he contributes to the larger purpose of reproductive health and rights.
• Build a high performing team focusing resources on employee retention, professional development, organizational culture and staff morale.
• Manage the HR function in the country ensuring Pathfinder policies and standards are maintained.
• Supervise the HR Manager in the development and maintenance of local Handbooks, staff morale, customized policies, HR reports, procedures, systems, maintenance of personnel files and other legally required documentation.
• Ensure compliance with local labor laws and practice.
• Select, hire and supervise staff and subcontractors; assign roles and responsibilities, manage performance and monitor the efficiency and effectiveness of the work.

Program Management

• Directs the successful programmatic, technical and financial implementation of the country’s programs and awards including the timely completion of high quality reports, work plans, performance objectives and other mandated deliverables.
• Undertake travel within the country and the region as necessary for the development of new projects and monitoring of ongoing program activities.
• Partner successfully with Pathfinder’s Program Director and and country management team and Headquarters financial and technical staff by providing accurate and timely reporting and updates on the Program progress and difficulties.
• Contribute to other country programs, provide technical assistance, support and foster cross country collaboration and fertilization.
• Serve on the Country Representative Council.
• Promote and enable in-country staff to travel and assist other countries in service to professional growth and development as well as organizational capacity building.
• Oversee all subgrantee relationships to ensure that subgrantees are accomplishing programmatic objectives and that both Pathfinderand the subgrantees comply with applicable rules and policies.
• Document technical components of materials and Program achevements for communications materials such as annual reports, brochures, and website updates.
• Monitor the country program progress and achievements vis a vis the goals and objectives utilizing tools and methods developed by Pathfinder and in alignment with donor requirements.

Financial Management

• Develop and prepare the budget and manage expenses within approved budget.
• Maintain all internal controls and ensure that the controls are operating effectively.
• Report on financial results. Approve the monthly operating report.

Fundraising/Development

• Maintain close working relationships with the Headquarters Director of Business Development and Director of Foundation Relations to implement regional program development strategies and to diversify funding resources.
• Gather information/intelligence from the field on future and current funding opportunities and communicate these to Headquarters.
• Monitor, identify, pursue and negotiate funding opportunities with various donors and partners to expand Pathfinder's in-country activities in close colaboration with New Business and Resource Development.
• Maintain an awareness of the programs conducted by other international NGOs including but not limited to RH/FP, Maternal Child Health, and HIV/AIDS.
• Promote Pathfinder International by attending meetings, delivering presentations and cultivating positive, productive relationships with donors, partners, Ministry of Health, and other governmental agencies.
• Assist with the creation of proposal teams, and lead, manage and/or respond to proposals.

Basic Requirements

• Master’s degree in public health, social sciences or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience managing mid-large scale donor funded Reproductive Health projects in developing and transitioning countries, including operations and financial management experience in developing countries.
• Hands-on experience working effectively with local, regional and central-level government authorities.
• Demonstrated experience in successfully fulfilling performance objectives, including the timely implementation and reporting of donor-funded program activities and completion of deliverables.
• Experience working with a major donor and their requirements.
• In-depth knowledge of public and/or private health systems and, decentralization of services in one of Pathfinder’s core program areas.
• Excellent diplomatic, interpersonal and communication (written and verbal) skills.
• Proven ability to create and maintain effective working relations with senior government personnel, international organizations, NGO partners, host country governments, and U. S. government agencies.
• Demonstrated ability to manage, motivate, mentor and direct staff while creating a positive team environment.
• Excellent knowledge of the political, social, economic, and cultural context of working in Central Africa, ideally Burundi and/or DRC, and francophone African countries.
• Ability to present results and products to USAID, other donors, and key stakeholders.
• Thorough understanding of and ability to analyze finanical documents, projections, expenditures and accruals.
• Expert computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
• Must be fluent in English and French.
• Position requires up to 40% in-county or regional travel depending upon project needs.
• Occasional travel to the US Headquarters or other Pathfinder field operations may be required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience managing USAID and UN-funded activities desirable.
• Knowledge of accounting software helpful.

Pathfinder International is proud to be an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer

To be considered for this position, please apply online at: http://www.pathfinder.org/about-us/careers/employment-opportunities/

Management Sciences for Health (MSH) saves lives and improves health by helping public and private organizations throughout the world to effectively manage people, medicines, money, and information. Working from more than 45 country offices and our Arlington, Virginia, and Cambridge, Massachusetts, US headquarters, our staff from 73 nations is highly regarded for its technical expertise, integrity, and commitment to making a lasting difference in health. We live our mission to save lives and improve the health of the world’s poorest and most vulnerable people by closing the gap between knowledge and action in public health.

MSH seeks a Finance and Operations Manager to support a program designed to assist the Ministry of Health improve the quality of the package of basic maternal and child health services; to build the capacity of health center staff; to build the capacity of national, provincial and district authorities to collect, analyze, disseminate and act on health information data; and to provide targeted communities with the knowledge and skills to identify, prevent and address key MCH risks.

This position is contingent upon project award and funding.

OVERALL RESPONSIBILITIES
The Finance and Operations Manager oversees the overall financial functions as well as office management duties of the MSH office in Madagascar under the supervision of the Project Director. S/he is responsible for ensuring the smooth operation of technical efforts and field activities by providing accounting, administrative, management and logistical support to facilitate the implementation of program activities. The Finance and Operations Manager ensures that financial management, personnel, administrative and contractual operations systems are conducted according to MSH regulations, standard operating procedures and good business practices. It may be necessary that s/he supervises administrative staff and drivers and provides management support to the technical assistance team to facilitate the implementation of program activities.

The Finance and Operations Manager safeguards the assets (financial and physical) of MSH or other donors against fraud, loss or misuse. S/he ensures that any money expended in the field is done in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, MSH Policy, and any cost principles imposed by MSH or a donor agency. S/he must demonstrate the ability to use sound business judgment in assuring that all costs are reasonable and necessary for the completion of the office projects and MSH’s mission.

This position is contingent upon project award and funding.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Manage cash flow, including funds transfers from MSH Arlington or Boston, local currency exchange, and petty cash.
2. Estimate upcoming cash needs and accrue expenditures as appropriate.
3. Issue and collect project advances.
4. Obtain authorization for and pay local costs.
5. Reconcile bank accounts and field advance accounts each month.
6. Record all financial transactions into an approved MSH Field Expense Accounting System, and submit timely reports each month.
7. Maintain thorough documentation of all field financial transactions.
8. Ensure that all paid invoices agree with supporting documentation, including price quotes, purchase orders and shipping receipts.
9. Apply internal systems for obtaining purchase approvals and use of assets ensuring the adequate application of internal controls.
10. Maintain current standing with all mandated tax and registrations, including submission of payments and required reports.
11. Oversee local procurement and execute all approved payments for local vendors, contractors and consultants for goods and services received, in accordance with the laws and regulations of Burundi, and MSH and USAID regulations.
12. Assist in the preparation and management of country project budgets and pipeline expenditures.
13. Maintain inventories and controls over project office fixed assets, such as furnishings, and computer equipment.
14. Manage timesheets for office staff ensuring timely submission, approval, accuracy and filing.
15. Prepare country activity travel advances and process travel claims (TEFs) and work with country program staff to resolve accounting related issues.
16. Maintain communication with the SPS Budget/Contract Analyst and SPS Program Coordinator supporting Bangladesh project, to seek guidance on financial and contractual issues. Facilitate communication between country technical staff and MSH offices in Arlington and elsewhere.
17. Maintain an effective office country filing system, order and replenish office and stationery supplies and manage the document courier service between Bangladesh office and MSH Arlington.
18. Provide logistic support in booking staff and consultants travel and accommodations, and in processing required authorizations.
19. Provide support to country staff and consultants in coordinating appointments, preparing/disseminating materials, translating and formatting letters, technical documents, reports and presentations.
20. In the absence of a contracted local accounting firm, process local payroll and benefits and administer benefits plan.
21. Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS
1. Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business management, or office management preferred.
2. At least three years experience in an independent administrative position with advanced bookkeeping responsibilities.
3. Work experience with projects supported by international organizations.
4. Computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications (Excel spreadsheets, word processing, and electronic mail along with data entry experience).
5. Demonstrated translation/interpretation skills and relevant experience.
6. Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.
7. Experience with organizing workshops and training courses, preparing and monitoring budgets.
8. Experience developing and interpreting standard financial reports (Balance Sheet, Income Statement, Cash Flow) and creation of Journal entries preferred.
9. Excellent communication skills.
10. English and French fluency required including speaking, writing, understanding, and reading and the ability to conduct business in both languages.
11. Ability to work in a team.

Management Sciences for Health is an equal opportunity employer offering employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship, physical or mental handicap, or status as a disabled or Vietnam Era veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces. To apply for this position, please visit the Employment Opportunities section of our website at www.jobs-msh.icims.com. If you cannot apply online or have difficulty doing so, please email an explanation of your problem to iRecruiterproblem@msh.org.