Trócaire Somalia Country Programme Latest Job Vacancies

Trócaire Somalia Country Programme offers a challenging opportunity for a self directed, dynamic and highly motivated person for the following position.

Only those who meet the required criteria need apply.

Deputy Country Representative

Purpose: The Deputy Country Representative will lead and be responsible for the overall management of the emergency & recovery programme within the framework of agreed strategy and wider organisational aims.

He/she will take the leadership on quality control and accountability of the programme, as well as will deputise in the absence of the Country Representative.

Requirements:

• Masters degree or equivalent in development
• At least 5 years/substantial experience working with a humanitarian organisation within an emergency/recovery environment at senior level.
• Skills and experience in project/programme implementation, monitoring, review and evaluation.
• Substantial people and programme management experience with good interpersonal skills and ability tocommu nicate at all levels.
• Track record of delivering results and impact.
• Solid experience in grant management, including budget holding and donor reporting.
• Substantial understanding of monitoring and evaluation, as well as accountability towards beneficiaries.
• Leadership and good interpersonal skills including the ability to listen.
• Representational, political awareness and advocacy skills.
• Experience of working with partners and a participatory approach.
• Fluency in written and spoken English and computer literate.

Institutional Fundraising Officer

Purpose: The Institutional Fundraising Officer will be responsible in liaising with donors; monitor the funding requirements of the programme and identify suitable donors; monitor the expenditure of donor funds closely; ensure Trócaire is fully accountable to donors and beneficiaries and fulfills all contractual obligation and ensure the production of high quality programme reports for donors and, where relevant, for Trócaire’s purposes.

Requirements:

• Graduate level education in a relevant subject.
• At least 5 years’ experience of working with an international organization.
• Good understanding and experience of project management cycle, participatory appraisal techniques, and budget management.
• Proven track record of securing donor funds and managing donor relationships.
• Strong financial management skills.
• Strong writing and analytical skills.
• Considerable experience on writing proposals, concept notes and reports
• Computer competency in main Windows applications.
• Written and spoken fluency in English.
• Innovative, flexible and able to work in stressful and insecure environments.

Programme Officer

Based in Mandera

Purpose: to identify new local partners to work with, support the partners during the project definition and implementation, participate in managing budgets and reporting of the programme activities and coordinate the monitoring and evaluation of the projects implemented by the local partners.

The successful candidate shall also be involved in capacity building of the local partners, as well as network with other partners in the education and livelihood programs. This position is based in Mandera with regular travel to Nairobi and Gedo (Somalia)

Requirements:

• Masters level degree in development studies or a relevant subject.
• Minimum 5 years experience at a senior management roles handling financial budgetary control and grant management, and programme management, working with local authorities, communities and partners
• Good understanding and experience of project/programme management cycle, participatory appraisal techniques working with partner organizations and building their capacity.
• Knowledge and experience of managing or working on livelihoods and/or education programmes.
• Proven track record in high quality report and proposal preparation for donors
• Good skills in verbal and written communication in English and Somali.
• Computer literacy, team work, analytical skills is also essential.

Application Procedure:

If you meet the criteria herein please submit a CV (max 3 pages) and covering letter to the

Regional HR and Admin Manager,
Trócaire,
P.O. Box 66300, 00800,
Westland’s, Nairobi,

or email to: hr@trocaire.or.ke

by Friday 20th January 2012.

Please include contact number, present salary, and contact details for three referees (including current or most recent supervisor).

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Trócaire is an equal opportunity employer.

Qualified female candidates are encouraged to apply.