CARE Somalia is an International NGO working in Somalia. CARE and its partners work with vulnerable communities to address the underlying causes of poverty and promote peace and development, through its strategic goal to reduce poverty by empowering women, enhancing access to resources and services, and improving governance.
In mid 2010 CARE Somalia initiated a change in its program structure and strategy - from working in technical sectors to working in more holistic programs focusing on the needs of particular ‘impact groups.
We are looking for a suitable candidate to fill the position of Area Manager Livelihoods for CARE’s Urban Poor Program. The incumbent will manage the program activities within a defined geographical area, contribute to strategic planning and lead in management of all programmatic aspects within the defined geographical area. The geographic scope of the position will be based in Garowe, Puntland with frequent field visit to other areas within Puntland region.
Job Summary
Reporting to the Program Coordinator, the Area Manager will be responsible for: -
Program design and delivery and will be required to ensure that a local quality assurance system is developed as well as identify key priority areas for funding in a way that ensures synergy and interlinkage within each geographic area and in line with the Long Range Strategic Plan and the program’s theory of change and strategy.
He/She will be responsible for ensuring strong collaborative relationships with strategic partners involved within the program area and also ensure the program is implemented in line with partnership principles as outlined in CARE International (CI) policies.
The Area Manager will also be charged with contract management and compliance adherence, by managing grants in line with CARE & donor regulations and requirements and also oversee staff management and will hence be expected to oversee the field staff as appropriate, identify capacity gaps and recommend opportunities to build the capacity of direct reports and other program staff.
As the key responsible person for the Program operations in the region, the Area Manager will ensure that CARE maintains excellent and productive relations with all key stakeholders, especially beneficiaries, local authorities and the humanitarian community.
S/he will also be required to work with the Safety and Security Advisor to ensure that programs are delivered in a safe and secure manner and ensure that risks to staff, beneficiaries and assets are mitigated through a deterrence, acceptance, protection and program-enabling lens.
Key Competencies
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to clearly convey information;
- Ability to build partnerships and work effectively with a wide range of partners and stakeholders in a diverse community;
- Respect for diversity;
- Good training and facilitation skills ;
- Strong planning and organizing abilities;
- Team player.
Required skills and qualifications
- A Degree in social sciences or any related field;
- At least 5 years programme experience working in conflict/post conflict context, with preferred work experience in Somalia;
- At least 2 years experience in working with pastoralist communities in Africa, preferably in the Horn;
- Demonstrated experience in development and recovery programming, program assessments, problem analysis and program design;
- Practical experience in women rights/livelihoods programming couples with a balances perspective on gender issues that consider traditional and cultural implications;
- Fluency in Somali language would be an added advantage;
- Proven capacity of managing programs through partners;
- Strong gender and conflict analysis skills, and the ability to articulate and design programs using a rights based approach;
- Proven budgeting and financial management skills;
- Ability to work and live under difficult conditions.
The position will be based in Garowe in Puntland, with frequent travel to project sites, depending on security conditions. Closing date for receiving application will be 21st May 2011.
Applications and CVs should be sent to:
The Senior Human Resources Officer
CARE Somalia
Email: hr@csss.care.org
Applicants sending their applications through email should clearly mark on the subject “Area Manager- Livelihoods- REF: SOM/EX0111’’
CARE is an Equal Opportunity Employer, promoting gender, equity and diversity and women candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
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