Country: South Sudan
Closing date: 21 Dec 2015
15-1040: Program Manager
BACKGROUND
International Medical Corps, a global humanitarian nonprofit organization dedicated to saving lives and relieving suffering through health care training and relief and development programs, seeks candidates for the position of Program Manager in South Sudan.
Established in 1984 by volunteer doctors and nurses, International Medical Corps is a private, voluntary, nonpolitical, nonsectarian organization. Its mission is to improve the quality of life through health interventions and related activities that build local capacity in underserved communities worldwide. By offering training and health care to local populations and medical assistance to people at highest risk, and with the flexibility to respond rapidly to emergency situations, International Medical Corps rehabilitates devastated health care systems and helps bring them back to self-reliance.
PROGRAM BACKGROUND
International Medical Corps is currently implementing approximately 20 programs across eleven sites in South Sudan. Through nearly 50 health facilities in urban and rural areas, International Medical Corps provides basic health care and integrated service provision, from preventative care to emergency surgery. International Medical Corps also runs programs in HIV/AIDS, nutrition, food security, and water and sanitation projects. To address South Sudan’s acute health worker shortage, and foster self-reliance, International Medical Corps trains health professionals and community volunteers.
In addition to the above, International Medical Corps is also providing emergency medical services out of four sites to tens of thousands of people who were displaced by the crisis started from 15th December 2013. Simultaneously, the organization is acquiring surge capacity to further expand its program in case such a need arises
JOB SUMMARY
The Emergency Program Manager is responsible for technical and financial monitoring, and successful implementation of his/her project. S/he will work closely with respective staff within International Medical Corps Operations Departments, to ensure the identification of cost- effective and timely support to the project is provided on a regular basis. Considering this is an emergency project and will be implemented in rapid pace within unstable environment, the Program Manager will be expected to take on other tasks outside her/his normal area of responsibility as assigned by line management, which includes managing health systems projects in unstable locations.
The Program Manager reports to the Program Director concerning all responsibilities as specified below.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
· Initiate and continue primary, secondary and reproductive health, and nutrition program activities in specified regions of South Sudan.
· Provide technical leadership and training, as needed, to IMC field staff.
· Provide day-to-day monitoring and supervision to the specified multi-sector projects.
· Produce monthly and quarterly activity reports for IMC, authorities, and donors; maintain all data, indicators, statistics and health information of IMC programs in specified region of South Sudan.
· Maintain an ongoing dialogue with local counterparts and authorities.
· Design and manage logistical support for all program activities.
· Conduct baseline and follow up surveys of the area of implementation, as necessary
· Conduct baseline surveys for possible areas of expansion.
· Plan and execute emergency preparedness and emergency response activities.
- Evaluate project performance and audit activities in accordance with donor guidelines and requirements
· Develop concept papers and proposals for new program initiatives and/or project expansion in the region.
· Serve as a field-based liaison with local authorities and counterparts, UN and NGO agencies. - Attend bi-lateral and multi-lateral meetings to enhance coordination at each site and at Juba level
- Backstop Site Managers at field level when need arises
- Backstop other Program Managers- keep up-to-date on other projects and programs in the South Sudan country portfolio
“Other duties as assigned. The duties and responsibilities listed are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all inclusive.”
QUALIFICATIONS
“To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function with or without reasonable accommodation.
• University degree preferably in public health, humanitarian affairs or other relevant studies
• Over three years of professional experience in Disaster Relief
• Good understanding and hands on experience in project cycle management
• Previous experience managing a US Government grant
• Knowledge of relevant stakeholders (UN, ECHO, DFID,etc)
• Experience working with or with-in the UN cluster system
• Good understanding of financial management and strategic planning
• Understanding and ability to work in unstable and multi-cultural environment (cultural sensitivity)
• Full computer literacy and adequate administrative skills
•Highly flexible and ability to multi-task
• Experience in one or more of the following technical areas: nutrition, health care management, HIV/AIDS, reproductive health or food security a plus
• Fluency in written and spoken English
• Experience in the region (preferably in South Sudan)
OTHER COMMENTS: working environment in South Sudan had always been precarious. Situation has further aggravated by the mid-December 2013 conflict. IMC being a first-responder of emergency and committed to work in remote locations, incumbents are expected to be able to cope with stressful situations, sudden developments and above all capable of exuding confidence as well as positive spirit.
Other Relevant Information (if applicable):
LANGUAGES
- Ability to read, write, analyze and interpret, technical and non-technical in the English language.
- Ability to effectively present information and respond appropriately to questions from senior managers in the field and HQ, counterparts, senior government and rebel leaders and other related regional players
Conditions: - Accommodation, food and transportation provided by the organization
- Medical Evacuation service and competitive benefits provided by the organization
- Further information regarding security and situation on the field available during the interview process
- While performing duties of the job, the employee frequently works in precarious and remote places. The employee is usually employed in areas of civil strife, which often result in an unstable security environment. Regularly work in outdoor extreme weather conditions
How to apply: Please go to: Program Manager and follow the instructions for applying online.
“International Medical Corps is proud to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, age, disability or status as a veteran.”
How to apply:
How to apply:
To officially begin the application process, qualified candidates please go to our career page http://careers.internationalmedicalcorps.org/careers.aspx , noting where you noticed the position you are applying for and complete the online employment application form.