Context & Mission Médecins Sans Frontières is an independent, international medical and humanitarian organization that provides care to people in need, people affected by natural or man-made disasters, and victims of armed conflict, without discrimination and without regard to race, religion, creed or political affiliation (MSF Charter). The Internal Audit function of MSF Geneva Operational Center (OCG) is positioned under the functional management of the Board represented by the Finance Commission, and the hierarchical management of the Deputy General Director for Internal Affairs. The purpose of the function is to provide independent, objective assurance and consulting services designed to add value and improve MSF's operations. The internal audit activity helps MSF accomplish its objectives by bringing a systematic, disciplined approach to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of governance, risk management, and control processes. OCG Internal Audit function has been going through a transition period, involving a reflection on its scope, objectives and structure, and on roles and responsibilities. The Internal Audit charter was reviewed in 2023 and the final team structure comprising a Head of Internal Audit and an Internal Auditor has just been approved. Depending on the audit assignments, the team will also be working with consultants and guest auditors from the MSF movement. The Internal Auditor will lead and carry-out risk-based internal audit missions. The position will also contribute to the development of the Internal Audit function, and to the reinforcement of OCG control environment. The Internal Auditor will work within the approved annual audit plan, in accordance with the Internal Audit charter and will follow the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) Code of Ethics. Responsibilities Lead and carry-out risk-based internal audit missions at both headquarters and field level, in collaboration with consultants and/or guest auditors. - Conduct the audit planning process, define the audit scope and prepare the Terms of Reference. - Organise required logistics arrangements for the audit. - Prepare the audit work programme. - Complete and document the audit work (incl. interviews, testing, field visits if applicable and other as appropriate). - Lead the team involved in the audit assignment. - Coach guest auditors. Ensure good communication with the auditees and communicate the results of audit assignments to relevant internal stakeholders. - Facilitate the audit kick off meeting. - Organise and hold debriefing meetings with relevant stakeholders. - Write the audit report including contextual elements, audit findings, associated risks and recommendations. Request positioning from auditees on the recommendations, and follow-up on the implementation of agreed recommendations, with the support of the Internal Controller and Risk Manager. - Request positioning from auditees on all audit recommendations and finalise audit reports including management responses. - Request an update on the implementation of agreed audit recommendations and check the reliability of the information provided for a sample of recommendations. Contribute to the development of the Internal Audit function, and to the continuity of its activities. - Participate in the annual planning and reporting processes. - Contribute to the improvement and development of the audit methodology and practices. - Maintain a good knowledge of internal processes and tools used at field missions' level. Contribute to the reinforcement of OCG risk management and internal control environment. - Identify and share common issues highlighted during audits and best practices. - Provide advice regarding the improvement of the organisation's risk management framework and the reinforcement of the first and second lines of assurance (on an ad hoc basis). Your Profile Education - Tertiary degree in a relevant area (e.g. audit, internal control, risk management, finance or a related subject) - Relevant work experience may be accepted in lieu of a tertiary degree. Experience - Experience in the humanitarian/non-profit sector, including at field level. - Experience in audit, internal control and/or risk management. - Other experience considered as an advantage: Experience with MSF. Skills/ Technical competencies - Strong analytical and synthesis skills. - Excellent oral and written communication skills. - Good knowledge of internal audit and risk management methodologies, and of the main resource management processes (i.e. human ressources, finance, logistics, supply) Languages - English and French are the working languages of MSF Switzerland. Fluency in both English and French is required for this position (oral and written). Personal Abilities - Active listener. - Rigorous and very well organised. - Sense of diplomacy and pedagogy. - Excellent ability to work in a multicultural environment successfully and to demonstrate commitment and support for diversity, gender-responsive, inclusive, and non-discriminatory behaviour and attitudes. - Willingness to undertake travel overseas under difficult conditions in some insecure and remote locations. - Commitment to MSF principles and values, and adherence to [MSF charter](https://www.msf.org/msf-charter). Terms of Employment - Full-time position 100% (40h/week) - Open-ended contract - Working place: Geneva, Switzerland - Ideal start date: June 3rd, 2024 - Gross annual salary (for 100%): from CHF 93'504.- to CHF 107'280.- (salary commensurate with equivalent experience and internal salary grid) - Paid vacation: 25 days per year, prorate temporis, plus any Swiss public holidays falling within the contract period. - Pension plan: pension contribution covered 3/4 by MSF, 1/4 by staff member - Relocation package if moving from a different country to Switzerland. How to apply Candidates submit their application following the requirements: CV 2 p. max. – letter of motivation 1p. max. – in French or English. Deadline for application is May 26th, 2024. We reserve the right to close the position early if we consider the number and quality of applications received to be sufficient. [APPLY HERE](https://medecinssansfrontieressuisse.recruitee.com/o/internal-auditor) The applications will be treated confidentially. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Only applications submitted on our recruitment platforms will be considered. Please note that we do not wish to use the services of recruitment or placement agencies. At MSF, we are committed to an inclusive culture that encourages and supports the diverse voices of our staff members. We strive to create workplaces where teams of people with diverse backgrounds, characteristics, perspectives, ideas and experiences work together for the social mission of MSF to create better outcomes for our patients and the communities we work with. We welcome applications from individuals of all genders, ages, sexual orientations, ethnicities, background, religions, beliefs, ability status, and all other diversity characteristics. MSF does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of discrimination or harassment, including sexual harassment. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo reference checks.
Background Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are core principles at UNDP: we value diversity as an expression of the multiplicity of nations and cultures where we operate, we foster inclusion as a way of ensuring all personnel are empowered to contribute to our mission, and we ensure equity and fairness in all our actions. Taking a 'leave no one behind' approach to our diversity efforts means increasing representation of underserved populations. People who identify as belonging to marginalized or excluded populations are strongly encouraged to apply. Learn more about working at UNDP including our values and [inspiring stories.](https://www.undp.org/careers) UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks. The United Nations is increasingly called upon to implement programmes in complex, dynamic, high risk and often remote locations, placing United Nations personnel at potential risk of injury with minimal medical and first response support available. Balancing the need to implement United Nations programmes with the safety of United Nations personnel requires an understanding of potential threats and appropriate contingency plans in the event medical-related incidents do occur. It has been evident that a prompt first response medical intervention has the greatest impact on the survival rate of casualties. It is therefore an essential security risk management measure whenever United Nations personnel are deployed to high and very high security risk areas, remote locations, or locations with limited host Government emergency medical resources. The incumbent reports technically to the Division of Health-Care Management and Occupational Safety & Health (DHMOSH) and administratively to the UN Clinic Health Manager. Position Purpose Within delegated authority, the Occupational Safety & Health and Training Specialist will be responsible for the following duties: Identify, develop, coordinate, implement, and monitor the United Nations and other appropriate medical training courses. Ensure that training operations and development activities are implemented in accordance with the training plan and established standards. Coordinate with trainers to determine training standards to be achieved, reviews country submissions for eligibility of nominees, recommend trainees for selection and maintain a trainee database. Coordinate and report on Training Needs Analysis visits. Organize all activities at the training location(s); liaises between training location(s) and Headquarters staff on all training and administrative matters. Support the organizations of the UN on matters relating to medical training, and acts as a resource person and a training instructor when needed. Identifies risks and develops the risk register. Coordinate with UN Clinic Team and UNDSS on Mass Casualty Incidence training drills in compliance with the standing Mass Casualty Incident SOPs. Undertake surveillance for preventable health and safety hazards in the work environment. Provide occupational health support to assess Health and Safety Risks. Progress of the UN's Occupational Safety and Health Management System. Provide occupational safety and health and Emergency Medical Response training and capacity development by ensuring that personnel are aware of their roles and responsibilities in all aspects of health and safety work, including compliance with health and safety policy. Complete preparedness and implementation of measures for general safety of emergency and disaster incident operations with a specific focus on responder safety. Develop training content and educational materials on Safety & Health and emergency response educational and facilitate and provide trainings to all levels of personnel. UNDP adopts a portfolio approach to accommodate changing business needs and leverage linkages across interventions to achieve its strategic goals. Therefore, UNDP personnel are expected to work across units, functions, teams, and projects in multidisciplinary teams to enhance and enable horizontal collaboration. Duties and Responsibilities Identifies and develops training operations and development activities. - Ensures that training operations and development activities are implemented in accordance with the training plan and established standards. - Coordinates with trainers to determine training standards to be achieved, reviews country submissions for eligibility of nominees, recommends trainees for selection, and maintains a trainee database. - Ensure that training materials address gender-specific concerns. For example, discuss ergonomic considerations for female healthcare workers or mental health support for male nurses. Coordinates, implements, and monitors the United Nations and other appropriate medical training operations. - Facilitates the organizations of the UN on matters relating to medical training, and acts as a resource person and a training instructor when needed. - Identifies risks and develops the risk register. - Coordinate with UN Clinic Team and UNDSS on Mass Casualty Incidence training drills in compliance with the standing mass casualty incident Standard Operating Procedures. - Identify any gender-related gaps in existing training content & training reports. Undertake surveillance for preventable health and safety hazards in the work environment. - Sampling, measuring, or testing for physical, chemical, and biological exposures in the workplace environment that may generate risks to the health of workers. - Evaluating ergonomic factors that may affect workers' health through surveys and direct inspections. - Reviewing incidents. - Assessing general working conditions and behaviors. - Collect data on workplace accidents, injuries, and illnesses by gender. Analyze this information to identify any gender-specific patterns. Provide occupational health advice to assess Health and Safety Risks. Progress of the UN's Occupational Safety and Health Management System. - Guide with the development of local OSH policy, standards, and guidance. - Provide occupational health and safety advice to local OSH committee. - Develop occupational health and safety programs such as road safety, workplace safety, etc. - Develop occupational health and safety aspects of business continuity plans. - Ensure that all operations follow the UN OSH Policy. - When assessing risks, ensure that both male and female workers' experiences and vulnerabilities are considered. Provide occupational safety and health and Emergency Medical Response training and capacity development. - Ensure that personnel are aware of their roles and responsibilities in all aspects of health and safety work, including compliance with health and safety policy. - Complete preparedness and implementation of measures for general safety of emergency and disaster incident operations with a specific focus on responder safety. - Develop training content and educational materials on Safety & Health and emergency response educational and facilitate and provide training to all levels of personnel. - Ensure that training materials address gender-specific concerns. Cover topics such as reproductive health, mental well-being, and safety protocols for all genders. The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organization. Supervisory/Managerial Responsibilities: Supervises the Emergency Trauma Bag and Individual First Aid Trainer based in Aden. Competencies Core Competencies: Achieve Results: LEVEL 3: Set and align challenging, achievable objectives for multiple projects, have lasting impact. Think Innovatively: LEVEL 3: Proactively mitigate potential risks, develop new ideas to solve complex problems. Learn Continuously: LEVEL 3: Create and act on opportunities to expand horizons, diversify experiences. Adapt with Agility: LEVEL 3: Proactively initiate and champion change, manage multiple competing demands Act with Determination: LEVEL 3: Think beyond immediate task/barriers and take action to achieve greater results. Engage and Partner: LEVEL 3: Political savvy, navigate complex landscape, champion inter-agency collaboration. Enable Diversity and Inclusion: LEVEL 3: Appreciate benefits of diverse workforce and champion inclusivity. Cross Functional and Technical Competencies: Business Direction & Strategy - System Thinking: Ability to use objective problem analysis and judgement to understand how interrelated elements coexist within an overall process or system, and to consider how altering one element can impact on other parts of the system. Business Development - Integration within the UN: Ability to identity, and integrate capacity and assets of the UN system, and engage in joint work; knowledge of the UN System and ability to apply this knowledge to strategic and/or practical situations. Business Management - Communication: Ability to communicate in a clear, concise, and unambiguous manner both through written and verbal communication; to tailor messages and choose communication methods depending on the audience. Ability to manage communications internally and externally, through media, social media, and other appropriate channels. HR Duty of Care - Occupational safety, health, and wellbeing: Knowledge of OSHW concepts and methods and ability to apply them in the development of the OSHW strategies, policies, management systems and quality standards that are consistent with the business strategy. Ability to identify OSHW risks and to develop mitigation strategies and monitoring systems; to create OSHW incident reporting and response systems; understanding of the key workplace stressors and ability to design effective response measures. Business Management - Resource Management: Ability to allocate and use resources in a strategic or tactical way in line with principles of accountability and integrity. Business Management - Portfolio Management: Ability to select, prioritize and control the organization programmes and projects, in line with its strategic objectives and capacity; ability to balance the implementation of change initiatives and the maintenance of business-as-usual, while optimizing return on investment. Business Management - Digital Awareness and Literacy: Ability and inclination to rapidly adopt new technologies, either through skillfully grasping their usage or through understanding their impact and empowering others to use them as needed. Required Skills and Experience Education: - An advanced university degree (master's degree or equivalent degree) in Health Care or related field is required. Or A first-level university degree (bachelor's degree) (in health/medicine/nursing) in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. - Specialized academic or professional training in Occupational Health and Safety is required. - Valid license to practice is required. - A certification in occupational safety & health from an International professional society/board is desirable. - An internationally recognized certification as a trainer/ instructor in occupational safety & health and Emergency Medical Response (MIMMS, TECC, or equivalent) is desirable. Experience: - A minimum of five (5) years (with master's degree) or seven (7) years (with bachelor's degree) of progressively responsible experience in Occupational Health field with emphasis on adult learning, training, logistics, and project management is required. - At least two (2) years of experience in developing and delivering medical training programmes is desirable. - Experience working in a multi-cultural or international environment, field mission or post conflict environment outside home country is desirable. - Experience in planning and coordinating training programmes is desirable. - At least five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in clinical practice, training, occupational safety & health, or a directly related field with a significant safety component is required. - Demonstrated experience in occupational safety & health, environmental health, workplace safety or risk sciences or related areas is desirable. - Experience in developing, implementing, and coordinating OSH programs and support services in, to or for UN field operation or UN Country Teams or similar international organization is desirable. - Experience in planning and communicating activity safety plans is desirable. - Experience in a Fragility, Conflict and Violence (FCV) country is desirable. Language: - Fluency in English (both oral and written) is required. - Working knowledge in Arabic is desirable. **Note: Please upload copies of your academic qualifications, specialized academic or professional training in Occupational Health and Safety, valid license to practice, and 3 latest UNCS Performance Evaluations (if applicable).** Please note that continuance of appointment beyond the initial 12 months is contingent upon the successful completion of a probationary period. Disclaimer [Important information for US Permanent Residents ('Green Card' holders)](https://jobs.undp.org/cj_us_permanent_card_holders.cfm) Under US immigration law, acceptance of a staff position with UNDP, an international organization, may have significant implications for US Permanent Residents. UNDP advises applicants for all professional level posts that they must relinquish their US Permanent Resident status and accept a G-4 visa, or have submitted a valid application for US citizenship prior to commencement of employment. UNDP is not in a position to provide advice or assistance on applying for US citizenship and therefore applicants are advised to seek the advice of competent immigration lawyers regarding any applications. Applicant information about UNDP rosters Note: UNDP reserves the right to select one or more candidates from this vacancy announcement. We may also retain applications and consider candidates applying to this post for other similar positions with UNDP at the same grade level and with similar job description, experience and educational requirements. Non-discrimination UNDP has a zero-tolerance policy towards sexual exploitation and misconduct, sexual harassment, and abuse of authority. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. UNDP is an equal opportunity and inclusive employer that does not discriminate based on race, sex, gender identity, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, age, language, social origin or other status. Scam warning The United Nations does not charge any application, processing, training, interviewing, testing or other fee in connection with the application or recruitment process. Should you receive a solicitation for the payment of a fee, please disregard it. Furthermore, please note that emblems, logos, names and addresses are easily copied and reproduced. Therefore, you are advised to apply particular care when submitting personal information on the web. 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IMPORTANT NOTICE: Please note that the deadline for receipt of applications indicated above reflects your personal device's system settings. OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME The objective of the program is to: 1.strengthen vaccine preventable disease control, including increasing and maintaining immunization coverage for all EPI vaccines, conducting surveillance of vaccine preventable diseases; 2. Maintain zero polio case; achieve measles elimination,3. Introduce new and under utilized vaccine and 4. Transfer technology for the laboratory diagnosis of Vaccine Preventable Diseases DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES The incumbent is responsible to carry out the following activities related to immunization and vaccine development to assist national immunization programme and Ministry of Health and Family Welfare Bangladesh: i)Strengthen Immunization systems and specifically: 1. Develop and apply innovative methods to increase and maintain access to high immunization coverage in hard to reach and difficult areas 2. Plan, implement, monitor, and evaluate the introduction of new vaccines that have been planned or under consideration by government of Bangladesh, I.e., Human Papilloma vaccine, Japanese encephalitis vaccine and Rota virus vaccine. 3. Facilitates strengthening urban immunization strategic plan. Assist the authorities in capacity building, monitoring and review of urban immunization activities including surveillance in city corporations and municipalities. 4. Assist in preparing country specific training materials and guidelines in support of the above. 5. Facilitate integration of other public health interventions to immunization 6. Facilitate strengthening of health systems for immunization 7. Provide support for implementation and monitoring of GAVI supported activities 8. Provide support for implementation and monitoring of COVID vaccination 9. i. Establish and institutionalize Immunization monitoring system including dashboards, review meetings and app-based dashboards ii) Support in, implementation, monitoring and evaluation national measles, rubella and CRS elimination strategic plan iii) Develop, implement, monitor, and evaluate integrated surveillance of AFP, Measles, Neonatal Tetanus, Japanese Encephalitis, rota and IBD iv) Facilitate implementation of national plan for polio eradication in line with global polio eradication and support smooth polio transition as per Polio Transition plan with special focus on polio legacy planning to use lessons learn from polio eradication and polio infrastructure for other priority public health interventions in Bangladesh) Work closely with other categories in WCO BAN towards integrated services and systems strengthening 10. Submission of assignment report on end of contract (mandatory); and 11. Any other duties assigned by the supervisor or WHO Representative REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Education Essential: Medical degree with postgraduate degree in epidemiology/ public health/ control of communicable disease. Desirable: Training in field epidemiology, emergencies Experience Essential: At least seven (7) years of experience in EPI and vaccine preventable disease control some of which should have been obtained in an international context in communicable disease control. Desirable: Experience in new vaccine introduction, polio eradication, measles elimination and resource mobilization. Skills Essential: Demonstrated knowledge of communicable disease control, epidemiology, and laboratory diagnosis specifically for EPI diseases. Knowledge of clinical and laboratory surveillance. Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated willingness and ability to work effectively with colleagues at national and international level. Desirable: Experience of EPI programme management in developing countries. WHO Competencies Teamwork Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences Communication Building and promoting partnerships across the organization and beyond Ensuring the effective use of resources Creating an empowering and motivating environment Use of Language Skills Essential: Expert knowledge of English. Desirable: REMUNERATION WHO salaries for staff in the Professional category are calculated in US dollars. The remuneration for the above position comprises an annual base salary starting at USD 77,326 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance, as applicable), a variable post adjustment, which reflects the cost of living in a particular duty station, and currently amounts to USD 3273 per month for the duty station indicated above. 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The WHO recruits and employs staff regardless of disability status, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, language, race, marital status, religious, cultural, ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds, or any other personal characteristics. - The WHO is committed to achieving gender parity and geographical diversity in its staff. Women, persons with disabilities, and nationals of unrepresented and underrepresented Member States (https://www.who.int/careers/diversity-equity-and-inclusion) are strongly encouraged to apply. - Persons with disabilities can request reasonable accommodations to enable participation in the recruitment process. Requests for reasonable accommodation should be sent through an email to reasonableaccommodation@who.int - An impeccable record for integrity and professional ethical standards is essential. WHO prides itself on a workforce that adheres to the highest ethical and professional standards and that is committed to put the [WHO Values Charter](https://www.who.int/about/who-we-are/our-values) into practice. - WHO has zero tolerance towards sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA), sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct (i.e., discrimination, abuse of authority and harassment). All members of the WHO workforce have a role to play in promoting a safe and respectful workplace and should report to WHO any actual or suspected cases of SEA, sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct. To ensure that individuals with a substantiated history of SEA, sexual harassment or other types of abusive conduct are not hired by the Organization, WHO will conduct a background verification of final candidates. - Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with WHO and an underlying premise of the international civil service. Candidates appointed to an international post with WHO are subject to mobility and may be assigned to any activity or duty station of the Organization throughout the world. - WHO also offers wide range of benefits to staff, including parental leave and attractive flexible work arrangements to help promote a healthy work-life balance and to allow all staff members to express and develop their talents fully. - The statutory retirement age for staff appointments is 65 years. For external applicants, only those who are expected to complete the term of appointment will normally be considered. - Please note that WHO's contracts are conditional on members of the workforce confirming that they are vaccinated as required by WHO before undertaking a WHO assignment, except where a medical condition does not allow such vaccination, as certified by the WHO Staff Health and Wellbeing Services (SHW). The successful candidate will be asked to provide relevant evidence related to this condition. 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Role & Responsibilities Working as an important member of a diverse team who are committed to serve the world's most vulnerable with practical and compassionate care, the Health Advisor provides technical advice and support to field management and the health staff. Develop, lead, monitor, and evaluate the health aspects of country programme. Coordinate and network at a senior level with national and regional health authorities. Actively participate in health sector coordination supporting the development of quality standards and protocols to improve the overall response. Lead on all health elements of proposals and reports, development of strategy, providing capacity building for national and international staff, promoting best practice in the health programmes, and contributing to overall management of country programme. Project Overview Medair started a multisector response to the Ukrainian crisis in March of 2022. The health response has focused on re-establishing access to primary health care for affected populations and has included re-equipping health facilities with essential supplies and equipment, health facility repairs, training for health care workers and minor infrastructure repairs. Medair has also been providing support to vulnerable people living in the community through the provision of consumable supplies and mobility devices. Mental health and psychosocial support is integrated into the response. The role will involve travel to support our various bases in Ukraine and mentoring Medair staff. Workplace & Working conditions The position is remote with visits to the Country Program. Starting Date / Initial Contract Details June 2024. Full time, 6 months with possible extension. Key Activity Areas Health Project Technical Oversight - Maintain an overview of country health programmes and of regional context, with a view to strategically developing new projects in current sites and/or surrounding areas, and proactively plan for responsible exit when appropriate - Define appropriate policies, guidelines and protocols for medical aspects of Medair's work in country, in consultation with GSO advisors, field managers, and in line with relevant government, Sphere and WHO guidelines - Provide technical support to the health teams in all project sites, including the evaluation and impact analysis of current projects, and the writing of donor proposals and reports within the required timeframes - Carry out regular monitoring visits in conjunction with other field managers, ensuring that project objectives are met within the stated timeframes and in accordance with recognised international standards - Supervise and monitor the development of reporting systems for health data collection (qualitative and quantitative), analysis and follow-up and feedback to relevant staff, donors, partners and other agencies - Develop the country sector strategy in collaboration with the Senior Health and Nutrition Advisor - Work closely with Shelter and MHPSS/protection technical staff and other sectors as needed Representation - Develop and maintain relationships with Ministry of Health, UN, NGOs, donors, partners and other stakeholders, with the objective of raising public awareness of Medair and ensuring good co-operation and partnerships - Accompany donors on field trips, as requested, and ensure programme details are transmitted in a timely and professional manner - Represent Medair, as appropriate, at national health cluster/sector, coordination, sector and bilateral meetings, working groups, with national and/or local government departments and any other relevant meetings or events, facilitating supportive synergies and overall progress in the health sector and avoiding duplication with the work of other agencies (e.g. NGOs, UN, etc) Staff management - Be involved in the recruitment of health staff for the country programme, providing advice on technical skills and experience as requested - Ensure that all health staff are adequately trained and, if necessary, create possibilities for capacity building, mentoring and coaching, within budget constraints. - Support line managers in inductions and appraisals of health staff, particularly regarding technical skills Financial Management - Ensure the health project expenditures are in line with approved budgets, advising on potential under/overspending and recommending appropriate corrective action. Quality Management - Ensure health projects are implemented in line with donor proposals/requirements and in accordance with Medair, donor, country and international standards e.g. Sphere and HAP standards, WHO recommendations, etc. Follow direction of Senior Health and Nutrition Advisor at GSO regarding quality, strategy and technical guidelines - Attend Medair's annual health and nutrition workshop, as well as periodic online meetings, with GSO advisors to keep up to date on recommendations and guidelines for Medair health and nutrition programming Staff Health - Generally, the health advisor has overall responsibility for staff health/occupational health procedures and compliance, and the development of procedures in-country, however with this position being remote it is expected that part of this responsibility would be delegated to a health staff in country. Delegated Responsibilities - Development of and adherence to the in-country health policy, strategy and guidelines in consultation with other relevant field managers and GSO staff - Oversight of the technical aspects of the health projects, including recommendations for health staff objectives, training, promotion and disciplinary action - Take the lead in health aspects of external relations in the country with authorities and government ministries, UN agencies, partner NGOs and donors, in consultation with the Country Director Team Spiritual Life - Reflect the values of Medair with team members, local staff, beneficiaries, and external contacts. - Work, live, and pray together in our Christian faith-based team settings. Fully contribute to the rich spiritual life of your team, including team devotions, prayers, and words of encouragement. - Encouraged to join and contribute to Medair's international prayer network. Qualifications - Clinical degree (nurse or doctor), or Public Health degree - Strong working knowledge of English (spoken and written). Experience - At least 3 years' experience in managing programmes in international public health work, with at least 1 year in humanitarian emergency context - Committed to team-building and able to develop and support other team members - Able to cope with basic living conditions in the field and during field trips - Knowledge of humanitarian principles, Sphere and HAP Standards, as well as other international humanitarian guidelines and protocols - Experience in the design, monitoring of implementation and evaluation of public health programmes How to applyPlease ensure you are fully aware of the: a) [Medair organizational values](https://www.medair.org/jobs/our-culture/) b) Medair is committed to safeguarding the protection of beneficiaries, volunteers, staff and partners, and particularly children. Therefore, we do not employ staff whose background we understand to be unsuitable for working with children. Medair staff are required to give the utmost respect to, and comply with, [Medair's accountability policies and best practices](https://www.medair.org/accountability/). c) [Medair Relief & Recovery Orientation Course (ROC)](https://www.medair.org/jobs/roc/) (which forms part of the recruitment selection process for field positions). Application Process To apply, go to this vacancy on our [Medair Page.](https://www.medair.org/positions/health-nutrition-psychosocial-health-advisor-ukr/) Please do not make multiple applications. We will not review email applications. Only English-language applications / CVs will be reviewed.
Background Nearly one third of all households in Uganda experience financial difficulties every year due to high medical costs. The vision of the Uganda Protestant Medical Bureau (UPMB), a network of Protestant health facilities, is to improve the lives of a large part of the population in Uganda through quality health services. You are located in Kampala, Uganda Job Scope You will support UPMB in digitalisation to enable the further development of health insurance offerings and the strengthening of alternative health financing options. In more detail, you would be responsible for the following: - Advice on setting up a cost-effective, sustainable digital network system with mobile application programmes - Capacity building of UPMB staff to maintain the digital network system - Evaluation of the existing community-based health insurance models and functioning of the existing contracts between health facilities and the health insurance groups - Improvement of the evaluation tools of the health insurance groups and support for the adaptation of the insurance schemes - Development of new and affordable health insurance models - Participation in the establishment of a nationwide network of all health insurance groups and data storage system to improve information processing and support Profile - You have a task-related university degree (Master's level, e.g. public health, social science, business informatics) with relevant further training and at least two years of relevant professional experience - You can adapt the communication of your very good application-oriented knowledge of digitalisation to different needs - Your enjoyment of flexible and solution-oriented cooperation in a team and your business fluent English qualify you to accompany participatory change processes in an intercultural context Citizenship of a Member State of the European Union or Switzerland is required. Benefits provided by Bread for the World and Dienste in Übersee Bread for the World provides a framework in which the professionals of Dienste in Übersee share their knowledge and skills with people of another culture. Supportive cooperation, mutual learning and intercultural exchange are enabled by: - Individual preparation - Three year contract with benefits in accordance with the German Development Aid Workers Act - Coaching
6 to 12 months This internship is part of an academic training program, a professional training program or a socio-professional integration program, and must meet the [conditions ](https://www.ge.ch/engager-personne-stage/stages-formation-insertion-reconnus)set by the Conseil de surveillance du marché de l'emploi (CSME). Context & Mission For 50 years, MSF has been providing medical assistance to populations facing life-threatening crises: mainly armed conflicts, but also epidemics, pandemics, natural disasters and exclusion from healthcare. All these situations require appropriate medical and logistical resources. The L&D Unit Intern provides organizational, administrative and communication support to the unit. The Intern will learn and support the team in the organisation and the deployment of learning activities. In addition to the recurrent tasks, the Intern will lead specific dossiers or projects notably related to communication during the period of employment. The Intern function can be part of an academic course ('cursus intra-ou extra academique') or a federal program on professional integration. For this reason, placements as Intern require a 3-party convention with the academic institute concerned. Tasks and responsibilities Organisational & administrative support (60% of the time) The intern will learn office processes through supporting the current administration team in the following tasks. The person will have the opportunity to contribute to improvements in administrative ways of working in a dynamic, internationally dispersed unit comprising of around 40 people. Trainings and learning events support: - Learn and support teams in the organisation and deployment of learning actions such as virtual classes support or face to face (catering, room booking, pedagogical material printing and laminating, communication with participants and facilitators) - Provides support to the trainers for material ordering (specific, pedagogical or generic such as stationary) - Ensures the updating of the international mobile staff learner in the HR Database (D635) HR/Administrative follow-up : - Provide support in the organization of recruitment & Administrative HR follow-up - Provides support to the team to edit and follow up of contracts (team and providers), forms (IT, recruitment forms, etc.) and partnership agreements - Ensures the updating of the L&D staff tracking table (HR Update) - Organizes briefings and onboarding for new L&D members - Follows up on other specific HR procedures as needed Support of the Unit - Supports the unit in the organization of meetings (i.e. the different weekly meeting or specific pillar meeting) including the preparation of agendas, taking minutes, the archiving of meeting documentation and follow up. - Supports the unit in the management of information for the online knowledge management platforms such as Kompas and Share Point and manages the key tools for the organization of the unit - Supports the preparation of documents and Presentations for either internal or external use (Edit and update specific communication tools such as the L&D Offer, L&D activity report) - Update and maintain tags and search bar to improve learners' access to the different training offerings. Ad hoc support (30% of the time) Upon request validated by manager, needs and interest the intern will be delegated specific tasks or dossier that he or she will manage. Intern's learning (10% of the time) As the internship is a part of university programme, 10% of the intern's time should be dedicated to his/her learning and development. This time will allow the intern to complete any university assignments. Your profile - Have a tripartite internship agreement - Administration degree, Humanitarian or Development Studies, social studies, Organisation's Management other relevant degree. - Fluent English and French (written and spoken). - No specific requirements in terms of work experience but having has some form of employment in the past is considered an advantage. - Demonstrated commitment to humanitarian / development / charity work or volunteering is an advantage - Capacity of analysis and synthesis; - Planning and organization; - Excellent knowledge of the MO environment (Powerpoint, Excel, Word) - Knowledge of graphic editing tools (Canva) - Knowledge of digital communication tools (MS Teams, Zoom) Terms of employment - A tripartite internship agreement is mandatory - 6 to 12 months, according to internship agreement - Full time (40h/week) - Based in Geneva - Start date: August 2024 - Gross monthly remuneration 2'000.- CHF To apply Please send a CV (2 pages maximum) and a cover letter (1 page maximum). Closing date for applications May 19th, 2024. We reserve the right to close the position early if we consider the number and quality of applications received to be sufficient. [APPLY HERE](https://medecinssansfrontieressuisse.recruitee.com/o/l-d-unit-intern) The applications will be treated confidentially. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Only applications submitted on our recruitment platforms will be considered. Please note that we do not wish to use the services of recruitment or placement agencies. At MSF, we are committed to an inclusive culture that encourages and supports the diverse voices of our staff members. We strive to create workplaces where teams of people with diverse backgrounds, characteristics, perspectives, ideas and experiences work together for the social mission of MSF to create better outcomes for our patients and the communities we work with. We welcome applications from individuals of all genders, ages, sexual orientations, ethnicities, background, religions, beliefs, ability status, and all other diversity characteristics. MSF does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of discrimination or harassment, including sexual harassment. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo reference checks.
Mission Ärzte ohne Grenzen / Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) ist als eine der weltweit grössten medizinischen Nothilfeorganisationen überall dort im Einsatz, wo Menschenleben bedroht sind. Bewaffnete Konflikte, aber auch Epidemien, Pandemien und Naturkatastrophen oder die Ausgrenzung vom Gesundheitswesen gehören zu den Gründen für unsere Einsätze. Ärzte ohne Grenzen ist unabhängig von allen politischen, religiösen oder militärischen Mächten und handelt unter Berücksichtigung der medizinischen Bedürfnisse unparteiisch. Unsere Unabhängigkeit wird dadurch sichergestellt, dass 96 Prozent der Einnahmen aus privaten Spenden stammen. Verantwortungsbereich Die:Der Door-to-Door-Teamleiter:in (D2D) ist Teil des für das Fundraising zentralen Teams Dauerspender:innen-Akquise, das zur Abteilung Kommunikation und Fundraising gehört. Sie:Er ist hierarchisch der:dem Program Officer für die Deutschschweiz unterstellt. Ihre:Seine Aufgabe ist es, neue D2D-Dauerspender:innen zu akquirieren und für die reibungslose Abwicklung von D2D-Kampagnen vor Ort zu sorgen, indem sie:er motivierte Teams zusammenstellt und die Infostände effizient organisiert. In ihrer:seiner Verantwortung liegt die Erzielung von quantitativen wie qualitativen Zielen. - In Zusammenarbeit mit der:dem Vorgesetzten: - In Zusammenarbeit mit der:dem Vorgesetzten: o Teilnahme an der Strategiereflexion zu D2D-Kampagnen - Mitarbeit an der Erstellung der Wochen- und Monatsplanung für die Teams - Unterstützung bei der Rekrutierung von Fundraiser:innen in der Deutschschweiz - Gewährleistung der Erreichung der Akquiseziele - Mithilfe bei Entwicklung und Umsetzung der individuellen Ausbildungsstrategie - Unterstützung bei der Umsetzung der operativen Fundraising-Strategie zur Erreichung quantitativer und qualitativer KPI - Mitarbeit bei der Gebietseinteilung für die Fundraiser;innen - Eigenständig – Akquise von Dauerspender:innen: - Funktion als erste Ansprechperson für Behörden und Polizei vor Ort - Auskunft über die Arbeit von Ärzte ohne Grenzen - Akquise von neuen Dauerspender:innen mittels Lastschriftverfahren (LSV) - Vorbildfunktion für das Team bezüglich der D2D-Fundraising-Arbeit - Telefonische Nachverfolgung nicht vollständig ausgefüllter LSV-Formulare gemäss internen Abläufen - Eigenständig – Teamführung und Performanceüberwachung o Kontrolle und Überwachung der Performance der Teams vor Ort - Gewährleisten des Teamzusammenhalts und laufende Schulung der Teammitglieder - Motivation der D2D-Fundraiser:innen: Motivierende Gespräche, persönliches Feedback, Ermutigung, regelmässige Updates über Zielsetzungen und Performance usw. - Sicherstellen eines pünktlichen Arbeitsbeginns und -endes; Absprache mit der:dem Program Officer Deutschschweiz bei frühzeitigem Abbruch - Management des planmässigen Tagesablaufs und der Pausen der D2D-Fundraiser:innen am Arbeitsort - Laufende Rückmeldung über Leistung, Motivation und Verhalten der einzelnen D2D-Fundraising-Mitarbeitenden an die/den Program Officer Deutschschweiz - Erste Ansprechperson für Krankmeldungen und Urlaubsgesuche - Gewährleisten der Einhaltung der Qualitätsstandards durch alle Teammitglieder - Einsatz von D2D-Tools im Einklang mit der Schulungsstrategie zur Sicherstellung der laufenden Schulung der D2D-Fundraiser:innen durch Coaching und hochwertige Betreuung in Zusammenarbeit mit der:dem Program Officer Deutschschweiz - Sicherstellen der Materialqualität von den D2D-Fundraiser;innen - Umgehende Meldung von allfälligem Fehlverhalten an die:den Program Officer Deutschschweiz - Sicherstellen der LSV-Qualität durch Kontrolle und Dokumentation der Qualität aller Spendenformulare - Weiterleiten der Spendenformulare an die Abteilung für LSV-Bearbeitung - Berichterstattung über die allgemeine – sowie die individuelle Teammitglieder-Performance. - Updaten von der Gebietskarte und frühzeitige Meldung an den/die Program Officer Deutschschweiz, bevor das Gebiet gewechselt wird. - Zusammenarbeit mit Logistik- und Administrations-Assistenz - Erstellen einer Liste aller D2D-Arbeitsmaterialien und genaue Kontrolle vor, während und nach der Durchführung der Kampagne - Nachführen des Inventars und zeitige Meldung allfälliger zusätzlicher Bedürfnisse - Sicherstellen, dass die von den Teams benötigten Arbeitsmaterialien (Formulare, Magazin ReAktion, T-Shirts, Infomaterial, Jahresberichte, Map usw.) jederzeit in ausreichender Menge dem/der Fundraiser;in zur Verfügung stehen. - Vorbereitung der Gebietskarten vor jeder Kampagne Sonstige Aufgaben - Teilnahme an Abteilungs- und Teamsitzungen - Telefonische Erreichbarkeit zu jeder Zeit an den vereinbarten Arbeitstagen - Tägliche Berichterstattung über die Tagesperformance nach vereinbartem Format Ausbildung - Ausbildung im Verkauf/Marketing ist ein Plus - Ausbildung im Personalwesen ist ein Plus - Ausbildung im Management ist ein Plus Erfahrung - Berufserfahrung im D2D-Fundraising - mindestens zwei Jahre Berufserfahrung im D2D-Fundraising oder in einem vergleichbaren Bereich - Berufserfahrung im Management - fundierte Kenntnis der Arbeit von Ärzte ohne Grenzen Sprachen - Deutsch/Schweizerdeutsch: Muttersprache - Französisch und/oder Englisch: gute Kenntnisse in Wort und Schrift - eine dritte Sprache: von Vorteil Fachkompetenzen - Erfahrung in Teamaufbau und -führung - Kommunikations- und Verhandlungsgeschick - Überzeugungskraft - Organisationsfähigkeit - Sinn für Zeit- und Prioritätenmanagement - Analysefähigkeit - gute Anwendungskenntnisse von Word und Excel Sozialkompetenzen - Ergebnisorientierung - strukturierte Arbeitsweise und Organisationstalent - Selbstständigkeit, Vielseitigkeit und Eigeninitiative - Motivation, positive Einstellung und Anpassungsfähigkeit - sehr gute zwischenmenschliche Kompetenzen und Fähigkeit zu aktivem Zuhören - Teamgeist - starkes Interesse an humanitärer Arbeit - Stressresistenz - körperliche Belastbarkeit - Flexibilität bzgl. Arbeitszeiten (Tage und Stunden) - gepflegtes Erscheinungsbild Unsere Praktikumsbedingungen - Befristeter Vertrag je nach Dauer der Kampagne (maximal 7 Monate), 100%. - Arbeitsplatz: Zürich - Ideales Startdatum: so bald wie möglich - Monatlicher Bruttolohnt (100%): zwischen CHF 6'108.- bis CHF 7'730.- (Gehalt entsprechend der Erfahrung und dem internen Gehaltsschema) Bewerbung Es werden nur Bewerbungen berücksichtigt, die über unsere Bewerbungsplattform eingereicht werden. Die Bewerbungen müssen folgendes enthalten: - Motivationsschreiben (englisch, max. 1 Seite) - Lebenslauf (englisch, max. 2 Seiten) Wir freuen uns auf Ihre Bewerbung bis am 19.05.2024. Wir behalten uns jedoch das Recht vor, die Stelle vorzeitig zu schließen, wenn wir die Anzahl und Qualität der eingegangenen Bewerbungen für ausreichend halten. [BEWERBEN](https://medecinssansfrontieressuisse.recruitee.com/o/door-to-door-teamleiter-in-fur-die-deutschschweiz) Die Bewerbungen werden streng vertraulich behandelt. Nur zum Vorstellungsgespräch eingeladenen Kandidat:innen werden kontaktiert. Bei Ärzte ohne Grenzen setzen wir uns für eine integrative Kultur ein, die die verschiedenen Stimmen unserer Mitarbeiter fördert und unterstützt. Wir sind bestrebt, Arbeitsplätze zu schaffen, an denen Teams von Menschen mit unterschiedlichen Hintergründen, Eigenschaften, Perspektiven, Ideen und Erfahrungen gemeinsam für die soziale Mission von Ärzte ohne Grenzen arbeiten, um bessere Ergebnisse für unsere Patienten und die Gemeinschaften, mit denen wir arbeiten, zu erzielen. Wir freuen uns über Bewerbungen von Menschen jeden Geschlechts, jeden Alters, jeder sexuellen Orientierung, jeder Nationalität, ethnische Herkunft, jedes Hintergrunds, jeder Religion, jeder Weltanschauung, jeder Fähigkeit und aller anderen Merkmale der Vielfalt. Ärzte ohne Grenzen duldet keine sexuelle Ausbeutung und keinen sexuellen Missbrauch, keine Art von Diskriminierung und keine Belästigung, einschliesslich sexueller Belästigung. Alle ausgewählten Bewerber werden daher einer Überprüfung ihrer Referenzen unterzogen.
Role & Responsibilities Manage the health project in line with the objectives, timeframe and budget laid down in the current proposal and meet Medair quality standards and the BPHS. To ensure that beneficiary participation is enhanced in all phases of the project. To manage and train the PHC team and locally recruited health staff. To anticipate, plan, and share in the development of new health project proposals. Project Overview Emergency Relief and Rehabilitation projects in countries of high vulnerability. Workplace & Working conditions Generic Field Vacancies are based in capital city or main field base in one of our programmes. Starting Date / Initial Contract Details This position is not currently open, but frequently required in the Field.Full time, Normally ranges from (a minimum of) 12 months to 2 years. Key Activity Areas Technical / Management - Develop and manage a comprehensive activity plan covering the time frame of the project proposal. - Ensure the quality and sustainability of the project outputs. - Conduct regular monitoring and evaluation assessments against project objectives. - Ensure accurate and timely reporting of activities (monthly, quarterly and final reports). - Support the Programme Coordinator and CD in the development of new proposals. - Support the health sector by the improvement and further design of the technical sector on approved and appropriate health practices. Logistics and Administration - To coordinate with the logistics department and ensure all health project related equipment is available on site in a timely fashion. - To coordinate with the administration department to ensure accurate accounting of project finances as well as effective cash-flow. - To ensure that health project stocks are managed, transported and maintained correctly. Staff Management - Oversee all staff based in the health project including recruitment,appraisal, management, general well-being, job descriptions, work schedules, discipline etc. in coordination with the Projects Coordinator. - Provide training to all National staff in the health sector (within budget and operational constraints) so as to ensure ownership and full local responsibility of all health activities. - To facilitate regular project meetings to assist information sharing between project staff and to ensure that all staff members are well aware of project objectives and current work plan. Communications and Public Relations - To maintain a transparent, honest and supportive communication structure within the Medair team. - Develop and maintain relationships with local authorities, churches and NGO's on site, with the objective of raising public awareness of Medair and ensuring good co-operation and partnerships. - Contribute to Medair's private fundraising and public awareness campaigns by supplying the FCO or the International HQ Marketing team with beneficiary stories and photos, as well as project updates etc. Security Management - To be responsible for the safety and security of Medair health assets and personnel on site of operations. - To adhere to the security guidelines employed by Medair on site. Quality Management - To promote and use the e-library, ensuring the standardised formats are used and guidelines followed. - Ensure health projects are implemented in accordance with Medair, donor, field, and international standards. Qualifications - Higher level qualification in a technical field; BSc/MSc in Management desirable. - Medical doctor or senior nurse with public health or tropical health qualification desirable. Experience - 2 years minimum experience post qualification. - 1 yr overseas experience in relief work with an NGO, having worked preferably in the health sector desirable. - Able to prioritise clearly; able to enforce procedures; able to oversee multiple tasks. - Good interpersonal skills; clear communicator. - Good negotiation skills, especially in the context of another culture. - Advanced planning, assessment and analytical skills desirable. How to applyPlease ensure you are fully aware of the: a) [Medair organizational values](https://www.medair.org/jobs/our-culture/) b) Medair is committed to safeguarding the protection of beneficiaries, volunteers, staff and partners, and particularly children. Therefore, we do not employ staff whose background we understand to be unsuitable for working with children. Medair staff are required to give the utmost respect to, and comply with, [Medair's accountability policies and best practices](https://www.medair.org/accountability/). c) [Medair Relief & Recovery Orientation Course (ROC)](https://www.medair.org/jobs/roc/) (which forms part of the recruitment selection process for field positions). Application Process To apply, go to this vacancy on our [Medair Page.](https://www.medair.org/positions/mhpss-project-manager-generic-2/) Please do not make multiple applications. We will not review email applications. Only English-language applications / CVs will be reviewed.
Role & Responsibilities The WASH & Food Security Advisor provides technical advice and support to management and project staff, delivers training and ensures quality programming. On a day-to-day basis this involves developing, leading, monitoring and evaluating technical aspects of the country programme activities in WASH and Food Security. The role includes coordinating and networking at a senior level with national and regional authorities, clusters, and other NGOs, providing capacity building for national and international staff, championing best practice (international and Medair) in the programmes and contributing to the overall management of the country programme. The WASH & Food Security Advisor will advise on assessment and survey design, for existing and new project areas. Provide technical advice and ensure quality programming in WASH and some Food Security aspects of programmes. Provide capacity building for national and international Project Managers. The role Holder will be the Point of contact in the country programme for GSO sector Technical Advisors. Champion best practice (international and Medair) in the WASH programmes and contributing to the overall management of the country programme. Project Overview Medair Afghanistan is a complex and dynamic country programme due to instability related to politics and security. Medair has been operating in Afghanistan since 1996 and is currently multi-sectoral projects in health, nutrition, WASH, and food security in vulnerable communities in the Central Highlands and Southern Afghanistan. Workplace & Working conditions Field based position in Kabul, Afghanistan. Starting Date / Initial Contract Details June 2024. Full time, 12 months. Key Activity Areas Project Management - Provide programme support and technical advice with an emphasis on WASH and disaster risk reduction including food security. - Maintain an overview of the country WASH & Food Security programme(s) and of the regional context, with a view to strategically developing new projects in current sites and / or in surrounding regions. - Ensure projects are implemented in line with donor proposals and requirements and in accordance with Medair, donor, country, and international standards. - Provide technical support in the sectoral (WASH, Food Security, BCC, DRR) including the evaluation and impact analysis of current projects and writing of donor proposals and reports within the required timeframes. - Monitor the project quality outcomes and make necessary recommendations including corrective action related to changes to the project scope, project schedule and project costs in consultation with project and senior management. - Participate in recruitment of staff for country programme, providing advice on technical skills and experience as requested. - Define appropriate policies, guidelines, and protocols for the WASH aspects of Medair's work in country, in consultation with other field project managers and in line with relevant government, Sphere and WHO guidelines! - Carry out regular monitoring visits in conjunction with other field project managers, ensuring that project objectives are met within the stated timeframes and in accordance with recognised international standards! - Supervise and monitor the development of reporting systems for data collection (qualitative and quantitative), analysis and follow-up and feedback to relevant staff, donors, partners, and other agencies. - Maintain an oversight of WASH supplies ordered for the WASH projects, supporting the WASH and logistics staff in the coordination and quality control of WASH supplies. - Provide input into the integration of beneficiary participation and accountability in all aspects of Projects. - Develop new project design for WASH, BCC, Food Security and DRR components of projects, in consultation with wider senior management team. Representation - Develop and maintain relationships with UN, NGOs, donors, partners, and other stakeholders, with the objective of raising public awareness of Medair and ensuring good co-operation and partnerships. - Seek out relevant networks or task groups on specific Sector -related humanitarian aid issues and actively participate, if possible - Accompany donors on field trips, as requested, and ensure programme details are transmitted in a timely and professional manner. - Represent Medair, as appropriate, at coordination, sector, and bilateral meetings, working groups, with national and / or local government departments and any other relevant meetings or events, facilitating supportive synergies and overall progress in the WASH sector and avoiding duplication with the work of other agencies. Staff Management - Participate in the recruitment of WASH, Food Security and DRR staff for the country programme, providing advice on technical skills and experience as requested. - Ensure that all WASH staff are adequately trained and, if necessary, create possibilities for capacity building, mentoring, and coaching, within budget constraints. Plan and develop training material as required. - Support line managers in inductions and appraisals of WASH staff, particularly with regard to technical skills. Financial Management - Work with the Projects Coordinator and relevant field project managers and GSO staff to plan and construct Sector budgets. - Work with the Projects Coordinator to ensure the project expenditure is in line with approved budgets, advising on potential under / overspend and recommending appropriate corrective action. Quality Management - Promote and use the Medair e-library and other operating procedures, ensuring that all standardised formats are used, and guidelines are followed. - Ensure WASH & Food security projects are implemented in line with donor proposals and requirements and in accordance with Medair, donor, country, and international standards e.g. Sphere and CHS standards, WHO recommendations, etc. Follow the direction of the WASH Advisor at GSO regarding quality, strategy, and technical guidelines. - Ensure sectoral integration, learning, sharing and adoption of best practices to ensure quality of projects in liaison with other sector advisors, and under advice of GSO WASH Advisor. - Maintain a resource library for the WASH, BCC, Food Sec and DRR teams and keep up-to-date with the latest trends and updates within the sector. Ensure staff have access to necessary and appropriate information as required. Team Spiritual Life - Reflect the values of Medair with team members, local staff, beneficiaries, and external contacts. - Aim to contribute towards team unity through respectful communication. Qualifications - BSc in Water / Environmental/Agriculture Engineering or Management or Civil Engineering or Hydrology / Geology - Good English (spoken and written) Experience - Relevant post-qualification professional experience, in a management position - 2-year overseas experience in relief work with an NGO managing and coordinating WASH/FSL projects, preferably in an emergency context - Experience of the humanitarian sector in an emergency context - Project Management experience - Excellent proposal and report writing skills (including ability to develop and report on log-frames and a knowledge of indicators and impact) - Knowledge of Humanitarian Essentials, Sphere and HAP Standards, protection issues and other international humanitarian guidelines and protocols - Knowledge and experience of principles and design, monitoring, implementation, and evaluation of projects - Good financial management skills (budget design and control) - Excellent negotiation/advocacy skills within varying cultural and professional contexts, in particular regarding donors and government officials - Excellent time management and an ability to meet goals. - Commitment to best practice - Advanced planning, assessment, and analytical skills - Good report and proposal writing skills. - Problem solving ability How to applyPlease ensure you are fully aware of the: a) [Medair organizational values](https://www.medair.org/jobs/our-culture/) b) Medair is committed to safeguarding the protection of beneficiaries, volunteers, staff and partners, and particularly children. Therefore, we do not employ staff whose background we understand to be unsuitable for working with children. Medair staff are required to give the utmost respect to, and comply with, [Medair's accountability policies and best practices](https://www.medair.org/accountability/). c) [Medair Relief & Recovery Orientation Course (ROC)](https://www.medair.org/jobs/roc/) (which forms part of the recruitment selection process for field positions). Application Process To apply, go to this vacancy on our [Medair Page.](https://www.medair.org/positions/wash-advisor-afg/) Please do not make multiple applications. We will not review email applications. Only English-language applications / CVs will be reviewed.
Role & Responsibilities Manage the health project in line with the objectives, timeframe and budget laid down in the current proposal and meet Medair and international standards. On a day-to-day basis the Health Project Manager oversees the implementation of Medair health activities in Ukraine. This will involve coordination, staff supervision, data collection and reporting. The Health Project Manager will work alongside logistics, human resources and finance to ensure project implementation of activities with technical support from Medair's Health Advisor. Project Overview Medair arrived in Ukraine at the end of February 2022 and are providing WASH, Health, NFI/Shelter, and other emergency assistance in parts of Ukraine. Workplace & Working conditions Field position based in Ukraine, with frequent travel to the different health project locations. Starting Date / Initial Contract Details May 2024. Full time, 12 months. Key Activity Areas Technical / Management - Responsible for ensuring project implementation is according to Medair policy and compliant with Medair, donor, national, and international guidelines. - Develop and manage a comprehensive activity plan covering the time frame of the project proposal. - Ensure the quality and sustainability of the project outputs. - Conduct regular monitoring and evaluation assessments against project objectives. - Ensure accurate and timely reporting of activities (monthly, quarterly and final reports) and send to the Project Coordinator and Health Advisor for approval. - Provide programme data for donor reports, to the Funding Manager and Health Advisor prior to submission to donors. Responsible for open communication regarding project planning and implementation with the Project Coordinator, Health Advisor, and other key staff. - Support the Programme Coordinator and CD in the development of new proposals. Logistics and Administration - Coordinate with the logistics department and ensure all health project related equipment is available on site in a timely fashion. - Coordinate with the administration department to ensure accurate accounting of project finances as well as effective cash-flow. Ensure that health project stocks are managed, transported and maintained correctly. Staff Management - Oversee all staff based in the health project including recruitment, appraisal, management, general well-being, job descriptions, work schedules, discipline etc. in coordination with the PC and Health Advisor. - Provide training to all National staff in the health sector (within budget and operational constraints) so as to ensure ownership and full local responsibility of all health activities. - Facilitate regular project meetings to assist information sharing between project staff and to ensure that all staff members are well aware of project objectives and current work plan. Communications and Public Relations - Maintain a transparent, honest and supportive communication structure within the Medair team. - Develop and maintain relationships with local authorities, churches and NGO's on site, with the objective of raising public awareness of Medair and ensuring good co-operation and partnerships. - The health project manager is expected to proactively network and coordinate with the Health Cluster, Ministry of Health and health agencies to seek out opportunities and share information. - Contribute to Medair's private fundraising and public awareness campaigns by supplying the FCO or the GSO Marketing team with beneficiary stories and photos, as well as project updates etc. Security Management - Be responsible for the safety and security of Medair health assets and personnel on site of operations. - Adhere to the security guidelines employed by Medair on site. Quality Management - Promote and use the e-library, ensuring the standardised formats are used and guidelines followed. - Ensure health projects are implemented in accordance with Medair, donor, field, and international standards. - Responsible for setting objectives of emergency health assessments and interventions, monitoring progress against agreed indicators and exit planning, in liaison with the Project Coordinator and Health Advisor. - Work with Project Coordinator and Health Advisor to improve the quality of the health project, to improve the quality of the assessments, monitoring and evaluation, implementation of Core Humanitarian Standards and protection mainstreaming. Financial Management - Review and monitor all project expenditures and expense coding. Ensure proper financial procedures are followed by the health team. Track expenses against project budgets, working with the Project Coordinator and Finance Officer to address issues of over or under-spending. Team Spiritual Life - Reflect the values of Medair with team members, local staff, beneficiaries, and external contacts. - Work, live, and pray together in our Christian faith-based team settings. Fully contribute to the rich spiritual life of your team, including team devotions, prayers, and words of encouragement. - Encouraged to join and contribute to Medair's international prayer network. This job description covers the main tasks that are anticipated. Other tasks may be assigned as necessary. Qualifications - Medical doctor or nurse with public health or tropical health qualification, with training in humanitarian health, MHPSS, or infectious disease an asset. - Strong working knowledge of English (spoken and written). Experience - 2 years minimum experience post qualification. - 1 year overseas experience in relief work with an NGO, having worked preferably in the health sector desirable. - Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Teams - Able to prioritise clearly; able to enforce procedures; able to oversee multiple tasks. - Good interpersonal skills; clear communicator. - Good negotiation skills, especially in the context of another culture. - Advanced planning, assessment and analytical skills desirable. How to applyPlease ensure you are fully aware of the: a) [Medair organizational values](https://www.medair.org/jobs/our-culture/) b) Medair is committed to safeguarding the protection of beneficiaries, volunteers, staff and partners, and particularly children. Therefore, we do not employ staff whose background we understand to be unsuitable for working with children. Medair staff are required to give the utmost respect to, and comply with, [Medair's accountability policies and best practices](https://www.medair.org/accountability/). c) [Medair Relief & Recovery Orientation Course (ROC)](https://www.medair.org/jobs/roc/) (which forms part of the recruitment selection process for field positions). Application Process To apply, go to this vacancy on our [Medair Page.](https://www.medair.org/positions/health-project-manager-ukr/) Please do not make multiple applications. We will not review email applications. Only English-language applications / CVs will be reviewed.
The position: Under the direct supervision of the UNFPA Representative and in collaboration with the Deputy Representative, the Programme Specialist will be assisting the country office in reporting and strategic partnerships development in DRC. More specifically, he/she will perform tasks indicated below and thereby strengthen UNFPA's capacity in improving donor relations and expending partnership especially with nontraditional donors and private sector. Job purpose: In line with UN/UNFPA policies and guidelines, the Programme Specialist will perform various tasks and provide vital technical inputs to all activities pertaining to strategic partnership development, resource mobilization and innovation. Qualifications and Experience: Education: - Advanced degree(Master) in Public Health, Medicine, Sociology, Demography, Gender, International Relations, International Development, Economics, Public Administration, Management or other related discipline. Knowledge and Experience: - A minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible professional working experience at national and international levels in programme planning, management, monitoring and evaluation, in a related field. - Strong understanding of private sector partnership and resource mobilization - Strong knowledge and understanding of innovation - Good analytical skills and ability to interpret complex socio-cultural backgrounds as well as quickly obtain an overview of a variety of activities and approaches of national and international actors. - Proven capacity in resource mobilization and leveraging of national partner resources - Demonstrated leadership, facilitation, and team working skills and ability to establish harmonious working relations in an international and multicultural environment, both within and outside UNFPA - Ability to transfer skills to national staff to further enhance existing skills - Communication skills especially for transfer of knowledge - Proven good experiences in report writing, both in French and English - Fluency in spoken and written French and working knowledge of English - Good experiences in working in humanitarian settings - Experiences of the UN system or Development Banks is an added advantage Languages: - Fluency in French is required (both verbal and written); knowledge of other official UN languages, preferably English is desirable. To view the complete job description and apply to this position, click "Apply Now" below. This is how cinfo can support you in the application process for this specific position: - Before you apply for this position: Improve your application documents by registering for a Job Application Support. - When invited to the interview: Prepare for the interview by registering for a [Job Application Support](http://www.cinfo.ch/en/job-application-support). - For Swiss nationals who get invited to the first round in the selection process (written test, interview, assessment centre, etc.): - Please let us know so that we can inform our HR partners from the respective organisation and the Swiss Government to increase your visibility: recruitment@cinfo.ch - Benefit from free interview preparation by registering for a [Job Application Support](http://www.cinfo.ch/en/job-application-support).