CESVI Deputy Project Manager Job in Beletweyne, Somalia

Position: Deputy Project Manager
 

Location: Somalia – Beletweyne
 

Duration: 6 months with possibility of extension
 

Reports to: Project Manager
 

CESVI is currently implementing an integrated health, nutrition and food security program serving IDP and rural communities in Mudug, funded by ECHO, with co-funding from DFID and UNICEF.

• Operates in 4 MCHs in Galinsoor, Bandiradley, Wargalo and Docol and 3 health posts in IDP camps in Galkayo Town, specifically Arafat, Alanley and Hiran. And anticipated to run Beletweyne hospital especially in OPD/emergency and pharmacist.
• Runs transportation voucher systems
• Provides EPI cold chain facilities & services
• Provides nutrition programming in an integrated fashion (TSFP and OTP).

CESVI works throughout South Central Somalia and other regions, and has an office in Galkayo south and in Beletweyne. 

The deputy project manager will support the direct implementation of the integrated Health, Nutrition project in Beletweyne hospital so the selected candidate must also be aware of the security context in south central Somalia and be prepared to adhere to security protocol and procedures.
 

Under supervision of the Project manager, the Deputy Project Manager will be responsible for
implementation, coordination and supervision of project activities in the field, including logistic and
administrative, security and procurement issues.
 

Detailed job description:

• Deputy PM will be responsible for overall management of Beletweyne hospital under the direction and supervision of the ECHO PM,
• S/he is responsible to participate and coordinate with hospital committee, local authorities and work closely with Cesvi OPD head to improve quality of the care provided in the hospital. 
• S/he will directly contact Cesvi OPD/emergency head, hospital committee and hospital director as well as local authorities on the scope of the Project
• To organize with PM, and be responsible for implementation of training sessions on several topics for CHWs and nurses on quality management of patient in the hospital.
• To organise and lead monthly meeting with key staffs, supervise the technical staff in coordination with Cesvi OPD head and send the minute both for evaluation.
• Provide monthly report and recommend the appropriate solution for any issues regarding hospital management.
• Monitor program activities including quality of health, awareness creation on hygiene and sanitation in hospital
• Provide monitoring reports on program progress and provide solid results on the outputs.
• Ensure that current and potential needs of beneficiaries in the programmatic plan are met • Oversee the overall security situation of the area and report it periodically
• Ensure an effective M&E system is in place and in use for all activities and projects of the program and oversee continual improvement in assessment and communication of impact
• Establish and develop links with local government, partner NGOs in the hospital and hospital committee.
• Report to PM about activity progress, issues, risks and constraints on a weekly basis
• Lead weekly program management meetings.
• Supervise operational aspects of the program and ensure that Cesvi protocols and procedures are applied and respected
• Ensure proper maintenance of procurement consistent with Donors and Cesvi policies and guidelines
• Contribute to the timely preparation and submission of reports (narrative and financial) to Donors.
• Ensure personnel files are up-to-date and policies are understood and properly followed
• Conduct performance assessments with the help of Cesvi Dr, build the capacity of the teams through training and on-the-job coaching and provide feedback regularly and appropriately.

Required Competencies

• Degree in Public Health or related fields
• Three years of relevant work experience in Somalia or other insecure areas
• Extensive previous experience with integrated health projects (primary health care, nutrition, EPI)
• Demonstrated knowledge of procurement, logistics, etc.
• Demonstrated ability to work with diverse groups of stakeholders
• Desirable Competencies
• Previous experience in health project
• Previous experience in the management of DG ECHO funded projects is an asset
• Fluency in English (oral and written)
• Knowledge of IDP situations
• Familiarity with the use of computer and all its software

How to Apply
 

Persons qualified for this position are invited to submit their CV (including 3 referees) and COVER LETTER ONLY to CESVI to the e-mail address recruitment.nairobi@cesvioverseas.org 

Please quote the Position (i.e. Application for Deputy Project Manager) in the subject line of your e-mail application.

Please do not send more than one application and do not attach certificates at this stage. 

Inquiries on phone or e-mail will not be entertained.

Female candidates are encouraged to apply. 

Preference will be given to local candidates. 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Closing date for applications is 8th May 2014 at 17:00. 

However Cesvi reserves the right to close the vacancy before the above mentioned date incase a large number of applications is received.

CESVI is an equal opportunities employer.