INTERSOS is an independent humanitarian organization that assists the victims of natural disasters, armed conflicts and exclusion. Its activities are based on the principles of solidarity, justice, human dignity, equality of rights and opportunities, respect for diversity and coexistence, paying special attention to the most vulnerable people.
Terms of reference
Job Title: Programme Coordinator
Code: SR-41-1222
Duty station: Juba with frequent travels to field locations
Starting date: 27/03/2020
Contract duration: 6 months (renewable)
Reporting to: Head of Mission
Supervision of: 5 Project Managers
Dependents: n/a
General context of the project
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General purpose of the position
● Support the overall programme management and development of the South Sudan mission
● Manage and oversee the assigned projects team (Protection, Education in Emergencies, Water and Sanitation Hygiene, Shelters and Non-Food Items)
Main responsibilities and tasks
Programme Management
● Develop and revise programme of activities for INTERSOS South Sudan mission
● Prepare and review strategies related to the rollout and development of multi-sector approach
● Ensure that all projects are reaching high quality of performance through coordinating implementation of the organisation's tools and approaches
● Ensure ongoing learning on good practices and sectoral standards relevant to the assigned projects and monitoring system and tools are developed and used by project managers and sector coordinators
● Promote teamwork and coordination across sectors to ensure integration and homogenous quality implementation of programmes
● Enhance a positive identity of INTERSOS across all programmes
● Build a strong collaborative network among partners and community in the spirit of the participatory approach of INTERSOS programmes
Programme Quality
● Develop and update minimum standards for programme implementation across strategies
● Ensure with the support of INTERSOS Protection Unit that all sectors are considering Protection Mainstreaming actions and AAP in all activities
● Ensure strengthening of existing presence through complementary integration of INTERSOS sectors of intervention
Coordination
● Coordinate internal cross sector communication and updates
● Represent INTERSOS with national and state authorities, non-state actors I/NNGOs, donors etc.
● Ensure 5W matrices are submitted to national and state clusters
Human Resources
● Ensure coaching and training on-the-job of the programme team
● Ensure HR procedures are implemented by the staff under the area of responsibility
Required profile and experience
Education
● University degree at Masters level of relevant sectors and fields or demonstrated programme management experience
Professional Experience
● 5 years of experience in complex contexts
● Knowledge of the different sectors of intervention
● Strong proposal development capacity
● Intersectoral experience in similar positions is an asset
● Management of integrated projects is an asset
Professional Requirements
N/A**
Languages
● Excellent written and spoken English is essential
Personal Requirements
● Willingness to live in the field including in temporary bases and to accept basic living standards and movement restrictions
● Willingness to work adapt and productively work in insecure, volatile, or harsh environments
● Interpersonal and communication skills, teambuilding
● Problem solving attitude solutions oriented
● Leadership, planning and organizational skills
● Tolerance to stress, flexibility
● Ability to work under pressure and as part of a team
How to apply:
HOW TO APPLY:
Interested candidates are invited to apply following the link below:
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