F&B Manager - Khartoum, Sudan >> 500,000 /= plus medical and other benefits per month

F&B Manager - Khartoum, Sudan

Our client, the biggest Conglomerate in Sudan is looking for an F&B Manager for its restaurant in Khartoum. 

The successful candidate will be responsible for the whole F&B operations including the central kitchen, commercial bakery and Café. 

She/he will be able to forecast, plan and manage all F&B orders, staff and finance. 

The goal is to maximize sales and revenue through customer satisfaction and employee engagement. GCC experience is a MUST.

 

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all F&B and day-to-day operations within budgeted guidelines and to the highest standards.
• Preserve excellent levels of internal and external customer service.
• Cost control F&B operations.
• Identify customers’ needs and respond proactively to all of their concerns.
• Involved in attracting, recruiting, training and appraising talented personnel.
• Establish targets, KPI’s, schedules, policies and procedures for F&B operations and staff.
• Comply with all health and safety regulations.
• Report on management regarding sales results and productivity.
• Collaborates with other departments, suppliers & service vendors to perform and complete F&B related duties.

Qualifications

• Academic Degree in Hotel Management or any equivalent Degree.
• Previous experience in similar job role or minimum 10 years experience (senior role).
• Up to date with food and beverages trends and best practices.
• Ability to manage personnel and meet financial targets.
• Guest oriented and service minded.
• Working knowledge of various computer software programs (MS Office, Restaurant management software).
• Ability to transfer knowledge, share experiences to develop local staff.
• Having worked in the GCC region (Gulf) is a MUST.

Monthly gross salary: Ksh.500,000 /= plus medical and other benefits (Approx. 5,000 USD)

Deadline: 20th January 2016 

   
Applications:
 

To apply, please follow the link: 

http://bit.ly/1OBCELp
Summit Recruitment & Training, 

Blixen Court, Karen road, 

Karen.

We endeavour to make contact with all of our applicants but unfortunately high volumes of applications make this unrealistic. If you do not hear from us within two weeks your application has not been successful on this occasion. This does not mean you will not be consider for future roles so please keep an eye on our job board and apply for positions that match your skills and experience. 
 

****Please do not apply if you do not meet the requirements of the job****

 

 

 

 

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Cesvi Solid Waste Management Consultant Evaluator Job in Juba, South Sudan

Position Code: 45_2012 CONS SUD
 

Desk Officer: Silvia Crespi
 

Project code: SUD926
 

Donor: UE
 

Position: Consultant Evaluator
 

Sector: Solid Waste Management
 

Starting Date: 26th November 2012, OR, at latest, by 10th December 2012
 

Closing date: 23rd November 2012
 

Location: Juba, South Sudan
 

Length: 6 days

Profile

Essential Criteria

• Degree in a discipline that is directly relevant to/or provides basic skills in Solid Waste
• Management aspects (SWM)
• Relevant experience in SWM analysis
• Excellent analytical and report-writing skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent knowledge of English
• Good computer skills
• Desirebles criteria
• Previous experience in South Sudan

Work Context
 

(Description of the action)
 

Cesvi aims to strengthen the capabilities of authorities, communities and local organizations in Juba, the capital of South Sudan, in order to consolidate a system of waste management and disposal for the entire urban territory. The end of 2011 saw the termination of the response to the North Bar el Ghazal emergency where refugees returned home after years in the North.

“Environmental protection and sustainable development: building local capacities on solid waste management in South Sudan” (Contract Nr.: 208-209), is a European Commission (EC) funded project implemented by CESVI, an Italian NGO in partnership with South Sudan Development Organization (SSDO).
 

The project has started in January 2010 and will terminate by the end of November 2012 and has the long term objective of contributing to the integration of environment protection principles into policies and programmes in South Sudan (MDG 7a).
 

The main goals of the activities are: developing a strategic plan for integrated SWM through the involvement of LAs of Juba in cooperation with NSAs and improving Juba NSAs and CBOs capacity in managing SWM pilot projects.
 

Target groups of the Action are Local Authorities, NGO, Educational organizations (School teachers) and professional categories (CBOs, NSAs).
 

Job Description

A. Description of the action and objective of the Final Evaluation Mission (FEM)
 

1. Background
 

Location of FEM
 

The FEM will take place in the project’s target area in Juba County, South Sudan
 

2. Period and Duration of the FEM
 

The FEM will start on 26th of November 2012 OR, at latest, by 10th of December 2012
 

List of activities:

•  Briefing in Nairobi and/or Juba coordination office
•  Project Evaluation
•  Draft Report
•  Debriefing in South Sudan and/or Kenya Offices
•  Final Report

3. Objectives of the FEM
 

This FEM occurs during the last month of the project implementation and has the overall objective of identifying and assessing the outcomes and the impact of the project, and to provide recommendations for future projects to be executed by CESVI in South Sudan.

4. FEM Topics
 

The consultant will be in charge of the evaluation of the project progress, and will be required to coordinate his/her activities with CESVI-South Sudan and Kenya staff and with the local partner SSDO.
 

The Final Evaluation will analyze the project’s following five dimensions:

• Pertinence and quality of the project design;
• Effectiveness of project implementation;
• Effectiveness of the action;
• Impact;
• Sustainability.

5. Output of the FEM
 

The evaluator is expected to provide a report based on the objectives and topics described in paragraphs 3 and 4.
 

B. Information Requested to the applicant
 

The selection of the evaluator will be based on the following weighted criteria:
 

1. Qualifications of the applicant (annex CV) - 15%
 

The applicant should possess:

A degree in a discipline that is directly relevant to or provides basic skills in Solid

• Waste Management aspects (SWM);
• Relevant experience in SWM analysis;
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
• Excellent analytical and report-writing skills;
• Good computer skills;
• Excellent knowledge of English.

2. Methodology proposed for the FEM - 30%
 

The applicant must provide a detailed description of the evaluation methodology he/she intends to implement for the FEM.
 

3. Economic retribution required for the FEM - 20%
 

The applicant must specify required retribution, including transportation and accommodation costs, and the method of payment.
 

4. Interview - 25%
 

Short listed candidates will be contacted for an interview.
 

5. References - 10%
 

The applicant must provide contacts of past employers.
 

Kindly send Description of the Evaluation Methodology, Required Retribution and References to cesvinairobi@cesvioverseas.org

Accountant

 Position: Accountant                                      Duty Station:  COSV JUBA
Closing Date: 1st of July 2012
Starting Date: immediate
COSV Organizational Background
 

COSV is a voluntary organization, non-profit making, involved in international solidarity since 1968. With more than 40 years of expertise in emergency situations of conflict, natural disaster, chronic food insecurity and poverty, COSV promotes and implements multi-sectoral projects in Africa, Latin America, Asia and Europe. 

Committed to principled humanitarian action, COSV restores dignity, self-sufficiency, and independence to vulnerable populations around the world with aid interventions which are context-specific, needs-based, and customized through direct community participation.
 

COSV is looking for a suitable candidate to fill the position of Accountant for its office in Juba to assist in all aspects of project and office accounting and financial management.

Job Description:
 

The Accountant will be responsible for:

• Overseeing office accountancy, under management (Country representative ) supervision;
• Ensuring the timely review and correct entry of accounting transactions on a daily basis;
• Verifying the accuracy of monthly project cashbooks and checking related receipts and bank statements;
• Reconciling and monitoring cash and bank accounts balances;
• Updating the staff file (contracts, payroll and other information needed);
• Preparing staff contract according to requirements given by Country representative/PM
• Preparing payrolls of COSV Staff;
• Facilitating the compiling of audit-ready project financial reports by classifying and accurately filing all relevant documents;
• Facilitating external auditors' evaluations;

Qualifications and Skills Required:

• Degree in Finance, Business Administration or CPA qualifications;
• South Sudanese Nationality
• At least 3 year responsible professional working experience as Administrator for an NGO
• Knowledge of donors' financial procedures (i.e. UN agencies, European Commission)
• Excellent knowledge of double-entry accounting
• Computer literate with knowledge of Microsoft programmes, in particular Excel spreadsheets
• Knowledge of accounting software (in particular NPW will be an advantage)
• Problem solving and organizational capabilities

Interested candidates are kindly requested to send their applications alongside with an up-to-date CV (including 3 referees and their current contacts) by email to cosv.countryrjuba@gmail.com and cosvjuba.cristina@googlemail.com.

The deadline for the submission of applications is on the 1st of July 2012 at 5.00pm. 

The email subject line should be marked: "Application for Accountant"

CARITAS - Senior Finance Officer Job in Torit, S. Sudan

CARITAS

Senior Finance Officer

Organisation

Caritas Switzerland and Caritas Luxemburg are nongovernmental agencies and member of Caritas Internationalis. Caritas works worldwide and adheres to international humanitarian principles. 

Caritas Switzerland and Caritas Luxembourg operate under the framework of a consortium in the region of EA/Horn. They run country offices in Nairobi (Kenya), Hargeisa (Somaliland) and Torit (South Sudan).

For its program in South Sudan, the Africa / Latin America Department is seeking a Senior Finance Officer

Workplace: Torit
Starting date: 1st July 2012
Duration: Open

Tasks

• Works under the general guidance of the Finance Manager and the Back Office Manager
• Advises the Back Office Manager and the Country representative on financial management
• Timely preparation of monthly cash flow forecast for Country Office Manages payroll for the Country Office and other Caritas Offices Proper control of the supporting documents for payments and financial reports
• Ensure that all documents are well coded with the correct codes and cost centers referenced and the budget lines indicated Provides financial narrative reports on a monthly basis or on request of the Country Representative (in collaboration with the Project Managers and the Back Office Manager)
• Monitors cash flows and using the same to predict future financial trends for Caritas
• Analyses changes in donor requirements ( i.e. exchange rates) and advises the Project Managers accordingly
• Develops management mechanisms in the finances department to minimize the financial risks
• Manages the accounting and financial monitoring systems for the organization
• Manages the budgets of the Country and Field Offices
• Updates the Caritas Country office rules and regulations regarding changes in legislation that may affect its operation, i.e. taxes etc.
• Assists the Country Representative and the Back Office Manager in the development and implementation of goals, policies, priorities, and procedures relating to financial management, budget, accounting, and/or payroll.
• Supports the Country Representative, the Finance Manager and the
• Back Office Manager in the organization of internal or external audits
• Reviews financial statements with the Program Managers as the Back Office Manager
• Ensures the financial management of the guesthouse and internet use and ensures proper invoicing to projects and clients.
• Advises project managers as the Back Office Manager on financial management of contracts.
• Carries out regular financial/physical checks with partners to ensure accountability of resources made available (in line with the agreed terms in MOUs, internal regulations of CACH, EC and individual Donor requirements)
• Prepare donor documents for liquidation

Requirements

• Professional accountancy qualifications - CPA , ACCA
• Experience in using Navision software
• At least 5 years work experience in a non-governmental, not-for-profit organisation
• Ability to work under pressure, independently with limited supervision
• Good oral and written communication skills;
• High levels of integrity, patience, cross-cultural adaptability and sensitivity and
• Proficiency in computer for using MS-Office

Programme information

In South Sudan, Caritas Switzerland implements in a consortium with Caritas Luxembourg and the Catholic Diocese of Torit a comprehensive recovery project to provide basic services that aim at increasing access to quality education, as well as improving access to, and use of safe water by the beneficiaries. 

Among others Caritas builds schools and water catchments and has a strong focus on sanitation and hygiene education as well as teacher training, strengthening of Parents/teachers associations and water management institutions.

Postulation address

Please send your application by 25th June 2012 to: Caritas Switzerland; Code name: Senior Finance Officer-SLID on email: jobs.nairobi@caritas.ch or hand delivery to Caritas office in Torit.

Website:  www.caritas.ch

VSF Belgium - Final Evaluation of Emergency Veterinary Support Programme III in South Sudan

Terms of Reference for the Final Evaluation of Emergency Veterinary Support Programme III (EVSP III) (South Sudan)
 

Background information and project summary
 

Veterinaires Sans Frontieres – Belgium (VSF B) is a recognized developmental NGO founded in 1995 working with disadvantaged communities to increase their standard of living, improve food security and livelihood sustainability through improved animal health and production. 

In East Africa, our programmes focus on community-based animal health services, capacity building of local institutions and governments, conflict mitigation and sustainable natural resource management.
 

EVSP III focuses on support to vulnerable livestock keeping communities who include returnees and internally displaced persons (IDPs) as well as host communities in both rural and urban centers in South Sudan. It is 1 year (to 31st May 2012) emergency project funded by USAID under the Office of U.S. Foreign Disaster Assistance (OFDA). 

The project is implemented in Central Equatoria (Juba and Terekeka counties), Western Equatoria (Mundri East County) Jonglei state (Akobo, Ayod, Fangak, Bor, Duk, Pochalla, Pibor, Twic East and Wurror Counties), Lakes (Awerial, Rumbek North and Rumbek Central Counties), Upper Nile (Renk, Melut, Fashoda, Panyikang, Manyo, Makal, Nassir, Ulang Counties and Malakal town), Warrap (Tonj East, Tonj north and Twic counties), Northern Bahr El Ghazal (Aweil East, Aweil West and Aweil North Counties) and Unity (Mayom, Rubkona, Guit, Mayiendit, Koch, Leer, Ruweng, Panyinjar and Abiemnom counties) states of South Sudan.
 

The specific objective of the project is to contribute to food security and nutrition of vulnerable communities in South Sudan by increasing their capacity to reintegrate returnees and internally displaced persons and proactively address their own needs in relation to livestock, food production and accessibility and it is articulated in the following expected results:

• Emergency veterinary assistance is provided to pastoralist communities
• Provision of safe livestock products is ensured through increased awareness on public health (zoonosis) as well as development of market facilities
• Support the re–integration process of vulnerable resident and returnee households through community based livestock assets redistribution
• Peri – urban milk production and marketing promoted in Bor (Jonglei state), Juba (Central Equatoria state), Leer (Unity state)
• Veterinary inputs and services availed at strategic locations

VSF Belgium is seeking to engage reputable organization or individual expert (s) to carry out an evaluation of the project. 

The evaluation will assess in a participatory manner the relevance, efficiency, effectiveness, impact, sustainability and reliability of the emergency action in addressing the needs of the targeted beneficiaries and in close collaboration with the state /county vet departments, livestock owners and CAHWs.
 

Objectives of the final evaluation
 

The evaluation needs to clearly address if goals and results were achieved and who benefited and to what extent. 

Specifically the evaluation will establish the impact of the Program in reference to the following:

1. Evaluation of the Strategy and the Methodology used
2. Determination of the relevance of the intervention in terms of timing , targeting and design
3. Perception of the communities, regarding the Products and Services offered through the Program.
4. Determine cost benefit analysis of the emergency interventions
5. Document the efficiency of the intervention based on the results achieved with available resources
6. Identification of indicators of success and identify the impact from the communities’ view and comments and the benefits from the interventions
7. Describe the effectiveness of the emergency interventions.
8. A comparison between achieved outputs/results and project outputs outlined in the project document.
9. Document successes, challenges and lessons learnt and provide recommendation for future interventions.

Results of evaluation
 

A detailed report indicating clearly the main impacts, lessons learnt, project successes and key recommendations
 

Methodology of data Collection
 

The following methods of data collection may be used in combination to collect all the  required information.

1. Desk review of VSF Belgium project reports, relevant reports on EVSP III project activities
2. Focus group discussion with stakeholders, pastoralists and key actors in states/counties
3. Key informant interviews with relevant experts in emergency interventions and heads of departments from the collaborating sectors listed above.
4. Use of participatory skills and approaches and field data collection with pastoralists in target areas.

Proposed duration of the Evaluation 

Location
 

The evaluation will take place in the project areas in South Sudan as agreed with the consultant (s).
 

Execution

• The consultant (s) should provide a detailed work plan and budget of the training.
• The evaluation is expected to be completed in June 2012 over a period of 16 days.

Deliverables
 

The consultant (s) will be expected to submit a hard copy and soft copy of a detailed plan within two (2) days of signing the consultancy contract.
 

A detailed final report will be presented to the VSF-Belgium Country Director and the Regional Procurement Manager detailing the findings of the consultancy and recommendations for future similar interventions in South Sudan. 

The entire report will be presented in English and will remain the property of VSF-B. 

A hard copy and a soft copy must be submitted.
 

A draft report will be expected seven (7) days after the end of the mission and the final report is expected 5 days after VSF-B’s comments.
 

The contents of the report shall be as follows:

• Executive summary
• Background.
• Description of the objectives of the mission and execution methodology.
• Findings
• Problems encountered
• Recommendations
• Annexes covering Terms of Reference, abbreviations, field locations visited, references, graphs, tables, etc.

Responsibilities
 

The VSF Belgium South Sudan Country Director and the VSF B EVSP III project manager will ensure overall coordination of the consultancy.
 

Qualifications
 

The consultant(s) are expected to have the following qualifications:

• Livestock expert with at least seven years experience in livestock development.
• Experience in carrying out similar consultancies and a proven track record of excellent results delivery.
• Excellent report writing skills.
• Working experience in South Sudan is desirable.

Contact information
 

Interested expert(s) and organizations (s) should prepare and submit to VSF Belgium a technical and financial proposal for the assignment by 11th June 2012. 

The proposal should indicate qualifications and experience with a detailed execution plan and budget.
 

The proposals, CV and letter of motivation as well as three (3) referees should be send electronically to recruitment@vsfb.or.ke.

Bank Finance Manager Job in South Sudan

Job Ref. MN 5357                  
 

Our client, a leading multinational bank operating in many countries including South Sudan wishes to recruit a South Sudanese national as Finance Manager for their South  Sudan operations.
 

Job Profile

• Management reporting and controls.
• Regulatory reporting and compliance with Bank of South Sudan and Central Bank of Kenya regulations.
• Taxation compliance and minimization of taxation risks.
• Payments and procurement.

Person Profile

• B. Com Accounting/Finance.
• Fully accredited ACCA or CPA
• Minimum 2-4 years banking experience in a financial management position.
• Knowledge of Bank of Sudan and Central Bank regulations
• Understanding of IFRS.

Quote the job reference number. 

Send your application so as to reach us by 12 noon (12.00pm), Thursday 31st, May, 2012. 

Email: recruit@manpowerservicesgroup.com

Speed Insurance - Assistant Manager-Operations, and Marketing and Distributions Manager Jobs in S.Sudan

Speed Insurance (SS) Co. Ltd is the first 100% indigenous company in South Sudan. 

In alignment of our vision, The company seeks to attract and recruit talented staff in the insurance industry. 

We invite applications from qualified and interested individuals to fill the following positions.

1. Assistant Manager-Operations.

Qualifications/Requirements.

• A Business related degree from a reputable university.
• Proficiency in written and spoken English, ability to read and write Arabic will be an added advantage.
• Must have at least 2 years experience in a busy insurance operations e.g Underwriting, Claims or Medical Insurance.
• Proficiency in Excel, Access and presentation skills and I.T qualifications will be an added advantage.
• Must have accounting qualifications e.g. ACCA, CPA or a related qualification.
• Should be aged between 25 and 35 years.

Duties

• Assist in running the key operational departments of the company.
• Run and Manage the finance department of the company.
• Train and supervise staff working under him/her.
• Represent the company in clients and other crucial meetings.
• Perform other duties as the management may see appropriate.

2. Marketing and Distributions Manager

Qualifications/Requirements.

• Must have a Business related degree from a reputable university.
• Proficiency in written and spoken English, ability to read and write Arabic will be an added advantage.
• Must have at least 2 years experience in marketing and distributions of Insurance Products.
• Past Experience in South Sudan market is preferred.
• Past experience in underwriting will be an added advantage.
• Must have an in-depth understanding of many of the Insurance Products in South Sudan.
• Must have perfect presentation and communication skills.

Duties.

• Develop and head the marketing department of the company.
• Identify and implement viable and efficient distribution channels of the company.
• Recruit, train and supervise marketing staff for the company.
• Head and assist in branding of the company.
• Represent the Company in client's and other crucial meetings.
• Perform any other duty as it might seem appropriate to the interest of the company.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should send a cover letter and a detailed CV by 05/06/2012 to: insurance@speedgroupss.com.

Remuneration and Package.

A competitive package for each of the above positions shall be offered.

Qualified South Sudanese are welcomed to apply.

Hard copy applications can also be delivered to our offices at Juba Town, CFC StanBic Bank Building, 1st Floor. 

Late applications will not be considered.

AMREF - Country Director South Sudan

Position: Country Director South Sudan

Reference Number: CHR/12/02-02

Duty Station: South Sudan

Closing Date: Open Until Position is filled

Job Objective
 

To provide leadership and strategic direction to AMREF ’s Programme and staff in South Sudan
 

Management Responsibility

1. Provide leadership for country programme and staff
 

2. In charge of country performance and programme growth
 

3. Participating and member of AMREF’s senior management team (SMT) with responsibility for representing the country programme on the SMT and for supporting collective SMT decisions back into the country programme.

Description of Duties:

1. Providing leadership for the dissemination of AMREF Africa values, vision and mission at the country level;
2. Directing and managing South Sudan programme to deliver the AMREF’s and country specific strategic objectives in line with overall mission and strategy;
3. Promoting AMREF's organizational identity to all national stakeholders and partners in South Sudan and ensuring AMREF remains relevant to the changing needs of disadvantaged people in the country;
4. Developing networks, partnerships and liaisons with national/regional/international institutions working in South Sudan and spearhead donor collaboration and programme/project development at country level.
5. Spearheading project fund raising from traditional and non-traditional donors and for local fund raising campaigns; leveraging the resources of national government and partners;
6. Together with the Finance/Administration, HR, IT and Communications and Fund Raising functions at Headquarters, ensuring that the country programme implements appropriate policies, procedures, operational guidelines and standards within the AMREF Africa framework;
7. Ensuring that the country SMT functions as a strong and mutually supporting leadership team;
8. Leading, supporting, developing and mentoring AMREF South Sudan staff to deliver high quality programmes and projects;
9. Mentoring and developing the senior manager designated by the Director General as the deputy;
10. Encouraging interactions and collaboration with other AMREF Country Programmes and with AMREF Programme Leaders, and supporting participation of country programme project staff in AMREF regional projects where appropriate;
11. Together with the monitoring and evaluation function at Headquarters, is responsible for ensuring that adequate monitoring, evaluation and accountability mechanisms are in place and are used effectively within AMREF country office.
12. Ensuring that reports from South Sudan programme are generated and disseminated.
13. Ensuring that the knowledge gained from AMREF South Sudan is documented and shared with the other AMREF Country Programmes and Headquarters, and with external partners and users, and that Country Programme staff participate in AMREF Africa activities.
14. Facilitating and supporting development of the AMREF Country Advisory Committee; providing relevant levels of information to enable this committee to optimize their support to the country programme
15. Working with AMREF Headquarters, liaise with AMREF National Offices to build awareness of the country programme needs, of country programme priorities and for project funding.
16. Participating fully as a member of the AMREF Africa SMT.
17. Leading the process of organizational strengthening within AMREF South Sudan;
18. Representing AMREF at country level and is responsible for the management of host country relations. Ensuring that AMREF South Sudan adheres to national laws and regulations governing the functions carried out by AMREF in South Sudan.

Professional / Qualifications

• Post-graduate qualification, preferably in Public Health or related field.

Relevant Experience

• Progressive experience at district or national level particularly in fieldworks in conflict/post conflict situations in Africa;
• A strong understanding of managing operations in the developing world, preferably within the health development sector
• Developing country experience and experience of developing and managing a diversified country programme.
• Extensive hands-on experience in implementing primary health care in
• Familiarity with the health development needs of disadvantaged people.
• Demonstrable network of contacts and high standing in his/her profession.
• Proven track-record of managing staff and building effective partnerships and strategic alliances.
• Proven tract-record of managing staff and building
• Proven experience in managing a major programme and/or institutional group.

Length of Experience

• 8 years progressive experience, 3 of which are at a senior management level

Key Skills

• Demonstrated initiative and creativity; strategic analytical thinker; excellent inter-personal and communication and negotiation skills.
• Team player and team builder/leader.
• Progressive experience of management with a proven track record as a senior manager and leader, including experience in developing and implementing strategic plans.
• Proven results-based programme development and management
• Strong management and organizational skills, including comfort in delegating authority and responsibility
• Demonstrable ability to anticipate emerging needs and integrate them speedily into priority setting.
• Proven people management skills in a multi-cultural environment and strong track record of developing people.
• Is personally comfortable fundraising and has a proven record in raising substantial research/development funds.
• Excellent English language communications skills, both oral and written (e.g., proposal writing), including public speaking; knowledge of Arabic language will be an advantage;
• Basic understanding of electronic communications and standard office computer software.
• Knowledge/familiarity with African and other international development organizations
• Strong communications skills in a multi-cultural and multi-national work environment

Personal Attributes

• Ability to work and to perform under pressure.
• Willingness and ability to travel nationally and internationally.

Environmental Conditions

• Extreme climatic conditions

Please visit the AMREF website at www.amref.org to view the job specifications and application process.

If you are looking for growth and new challenges and have a passion for improving the health of disadvantaged communities in Africa, you are welcome to join us. 

Complete the online application form attaching your CV. 

We encourage interested candidates to submit their applications by Friday 25th May 2012 although the search will remain open until the position is filled.

AMREF is an equal opportunity employer and has a non-smoking environment policy.

UNDP - Economics Advisor Job in Juba, South Sudan

Under the guidance and direct supervision of the Resident Representative, the Economics Advisor is responsible for research, development and application of the principles and theories of economics to the formulation of strategies and plans for solution of economic problems, especially as they relate to the Millennium Development Goals. The Economics Advisor analyses economic and social trends and provides advisory services to the Government, UNDP and the UN Country Team on development issues and policies as well as enhances the policy impact of UNDP programmes and projects. The Economics Advisor monitors economic policy developments and advises RC/RR, UNCT and other members of the UNDP team and its partners on policy issues. He/she contributes to UN’s/UNDP’s policy dialogue with Government and donors. She/he supervises and leads a team of UNDP experts, international and national consultants and project staff. The Economics Advisor works in close collaboration with the operations and programme teams, UNDP HQs staff, particularly the Policy Advisors at the corporate level and in the ASROs, and Government officials, multi-lateral and bi-lateral donors and civil society ensuring high level of UNDP programmes policy impact.

Duties and Responsibilities

Provides high quality economic input to UNCT/UNDP programmes and ensures that UNDP programmes are in line with national policies and priorities focusing on achievement of the following results: Thorough compilation, analysis and interpretation of economic and statistical data relevant to country’s development assets, opportunities and constraints, and preparation of top quality relevant socio-economic briefs/reports; Development, delivery and mainstreaming into national development initiatives of specific policy instruments and services, notably NLTPS, NHDRS, PRS and PRSPs; Identification of areas for UNDP support and interventions; Provision of advice on formulation and adjustments of UN/UNDP programmes and projects (including UNDAFs, CPDs, and CPAPs) based on sound economic analysis; Reviews and disseminates best practices and lessons learnt from implementation of projects and programmes with a view to strengthening the upstream orientation within UNDP. Ensures provision of top quality and innovative policy advisory services to the Government and facilitation of capacity development and knowledge building and management in support of pro-poor growth and the attainment of the MDGs in Africa, focusing on achievement of the following results: Collects, analyses and syntheses macro-economic and MDG-related information and best practices, paying attention to the gender and capacity development aspects, and proposes policy options to relevant government departments; Provides high-quality development advice to RR/RC in policy dialogue with host government, UN System and other strategic partners on economic issues, most notably in relation to pro-poor economic growth and achievement of the MDGs, with the Government, donors, civil society, and the private sector; Contributes to alternative policy advice through the preparation, launch and follow-up of national HDRs; Organizes capacity development opportunities for programme countries, including support to UN staff and Government officials in the formulation of MDG-based policies, plans and programmes, including appropriate macroeconomic, fiscal and medium term expenditure frameworks; Keeps abreast of regional and global economic trends and issues and analyse their implications for the realization of the MDGs in Africa; Sound contributions to knowledge networks and communities of practice, including the development of tools for needs assessments and policy analysis, in close collaboration with UN agencies, the IFIs and other development partners; Works closely with the Bureau for Development Policy, the Bureau for Crisis Prevention and Recovery, to provide guidance and support on MDG-related issues to the Deputy Regional Director, PSD/RBA. Ensures the creation of strategic partnerships and implementation of the resource mobilization strategy focusing on the achievement of the following results: Development of partnerships with the UN Agencies, IFI’s, government institutions, bi-lateral and multi-lateral donors, private sector, civil society areas based on strategic goals of UNDP, country needs, particularly in relation to the MDGs, and donors’ priorities; Analysis and research of information on donors, preparation of substantive briefs on possible areas of cooperation; Keeps track of the changes in the aid effectiveness/development cooperation environment and external resource management matters and assists Government and UN/UNDP in resource mobilization to meet the MDGs through, among other things, preparation of documentation for donor and consultative meetings. Advocacy and promotion of awareness of UNDP mandate, mission and purpose focusing on achievement of the following results: Advocacy for the Millennium Development Goals, human development and equitable economic growth by participating in relevant forums, conferences and trainings; Monitoring of poverty reduction and progress towards the achievement of the MDGs leading to management of the production and launch of economic and MDG-related reports/publications; Substantive contribution to knowledge exchanges through the RBA Economists e-network. Impact of Results: The key results strengthen the visibility of UNDP’s contributions to the national policy dialogue and enhance the policy impact of UNDP programmes and projects. In particular, the key results have an impact on the design of programmes, creation of strategic partnerships as well as reaching resource mobilization targets, particularly in relation to the achievement of the Millennium Development Goals.

Competencies

Corporate Responsibility & Direction: Serves and promotes the vision, mission, values, and strategic goals of UNDP. People Skills: Promotes a learning and knowledge sharing environment; Facilitates the development of individual and multi-cultural/team competencies. Managing for Results: Plans and prioritizes work activities to meet organizational goals; Strategic approach to problem solving. Partnering & Networking: Builds and sustains relationships with key constituents (internal/external/ bilateral/ multilateral/public/private; civil society); Seeks and applies knowledge, information, and best practices from within and outside of UNDP; Demonstrates the ability to handle working relationships with senior officials, academics and technical experts. Innovation & Jugement: Conceptualizes and analyzes problems to identify key issues, underlying problems, and how they relate; Generates creative, practical approaches to overcome challenging situations; Devises new systems and processes, and modifies existing ones, to support innovative behaviors. Communication: Demonstrates outstanding communication skills, verbal and written, in English. Job Knowledge & Expertise: Possesses expert knowledge and advanced concepts in economic theory and practice, a broad knowledge of related disciplines, particularly major macro-economic policy issues and models and the MDGs, as well as an indepth knowledge of relevant organizational policies and procedures; Applies the required depth and breadth of knowledge and expertise in economic policy and development issues to support individual country and RBA objectives and to further the mandate of UNDP; Demonstrates strong quantitative skills and the ability to carry out high quality economic research, including statistical analysis; Possesses proven ability to analyse from a global perspective, with the ability to offer practical policy advice on economic issues based on local realities; Uses Information Technology effectively as a tool and resource; Keeps abreast of new developments in the area of economic theory and practice and seeks to develop him/herself professionally.

Required Skills and Experience

Education: Masters Degree or equivalent in Economics, with strong emphasis on macro-economic and other quantitative skills, development economics, and economic planning. Experience: 10 years of post Master’s relevant experience at the national or international level; Substantial experience with poverty reduction strategy processes in developing country contexts and awareness of MDGs related policy matters and aid effectiveness issues; Extensive experience in research and policy-level analysis, including in formulation, monitoring and evaluation of strategies and development programmes/projects; Demonstrated experience in the usage of computers and office software packages, experience in handling of web-based management systems and advanced programmes for statistical analysis of data. Language Requirements: Fluency in English; Working knowledge of another UN language is an advantage.

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