Latest Job Openings at the International Rescue Committee (IRC)

Role Purpose

• The post-holder will support the role out of the IA CP IMS for individual case management through efficient and accurate data entry at national level and through support, training and capacity-building of CPIMS assistants and other Case management actors/users in all field locations.
• The post holder will be supporting the CP Manager the focal point for managing the flow, organisation and analysis of individual cases and will produce monthly, disaggregated statistics and qualitative updates of progress on separation work.

Key Areas of Accountability

• Manage the CPIMS, use the database to ensure the information flow for verification, referrals, case transfers and reunification
• Monitor adherence to procedure on individual cases and ensure that roles and responsibilities are upheld
• Train and mentor the CPIMS assistants to be able to undertake similar responsibilities, how to make the entries, and filling of the case management paper forms.
• Support the field teams on the use of the database, registration equipment, data backups and data screening
• Support the day to day entries, exports and back up from the CPIMS assistants
• Provide technical support to the Case management/ CPIMS taskforce members on the implementation of the CPIMS in their respective areas of operation.
• Support with trouble shooting on challenges that the CPIMS assistants will be facing on the implementation of the CPIMS.
• Support CP Manager to create synergies between the CPIMS and the case management task force so as to discuss the trends and analysis.
• Collect, review and screen all data or reports from the field CPIMS assistants before sharing it with national level partners.
• Produce weekly and monthly, disaggregated statistics and qualitative updates of progress on case management work internally. Periodically run the trends and analysis from the CP IMS.
• Ensure data is synchronised from state level offices to the main database
• Ensure regular back-end from data clerks is imported to the CP IMS.
• Track individual cases that have outstanding/overdue actions and work closely with the CP teams to ensure progress on these cases
• Ensure that good practice is followed in managing and storage of information with respect for Do No Harm principles and confidentiality and adherence to the information sharing protocol

Skills & Behaviour:

• Holds self-accountable for making decisions, managing resources efficiently, achieving and role modelling values
• Holds the team and partners accountable to deliver on their responsibilities - giving them the freedom to deliver in the best way they see fit, providing the necessary development to improve performance and applying appropriate consequences when results are not achieved
• Sets ambitious and challenging goals for themselves (and their team), takes responsibility for their own personal development and encourages others to do the same
• Future orientated, thinks strategically
• Builds and maintains effective relationships, with their team, colleagues, and external partners
• Values diversity, sees it as a source of competitive strength
• Approachable, good listener, easy to talk to
• Develops and encourages new and innovative solutions
• Willing to take disciplined risks
• Honest, encourages openness and transparency

Requirements

• A minimum of a diploma from a recognized institution in IT or other relevant field
• Minimum 3 years working experience in IT/ data management field with an international NGO or other globally recognized institution.
• Minimum of one year experience of working with CPIMS
• Previous experience in data management, previous experience of data management/information management systems in child protection programming preferred.
• Previous experience in training and capacity building of staff and ministry
• Excellent IT skills including the use of Excel (fundamental) and database software
• Excellent communication skills with fluency in written and spoken English Excellent team player
• Good problem solving and analytical skills
• Ability to plan well, set own targets and meet them
• Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure
• Be both self-reliant and have the ability to lead and co-operate with others.

Benefits
Monthly salary, 13Month Salary Inclusive, Health Insurance Coverage for Family, Pension, Creche Facilities available for Women with babies under 24 Months.

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Location: Mubi, Adamawa

Scope of Work

• The Environmental Health Manager is responsible for overseeing the implementation of all EH activities in Adamawa,
• She/ He will provide technical and managerial leadership to the water, sanitation and hygiene promotion team in these locations and ensure all activities are of high quality and respond to immediate needs.

Responsibilities

• In coordination with the Sr. EH Manager (Adamawa) establish contacts with relevant international/local NGOs and line ministries in the area of operation;
• Ensure that all IRC EH projects in your target LGAs are implemented in a timely and professional manner, according to objectives, goals and indicators established by SPHERE, IRC, Nigerian Law and in line with donor requirements and beneficiary needs;
• Conduct routine assessments as needed to determine the water, sanitation and hygiene needs within your target LGAs; this will also include evaluation of ongoing technical interventions and make recommendations as needed.
• Follow all technical direction as outlaid in the Adamawa State EH Strategy for the installation of all water and sanitation infrastructure in IRC supported medical facilities, included the requirements for the mobile health units, IDP sites and host communities including but not limited to drilling, restoration of existing infrastructure, drainage, solid waste management, latrine, shower and potwash/laundry construction, hygiene campaigns, vector control and hygiene promotion activities;
• In coordination with the Sr. EH Manager (Adamawa), assist with technical support and capacity building for WASH staff under your direct management.
• Ensure all implementation plans employ a programming approach that integrates the needs of other sectors of work especially Health, WPE, Protection and ERD;
• Monitor budgets, materials, equipment and supplies for technical work for your program locations and allocated budgets;
• When requested by the Sr. EH Manager (Adamawa), provide regular reports, document results and maintain detailed records of progress and contract payment schedules for activities in the LGAs.

Human Resources Management:

• Directly manage and technically supervise the EH officers
• Maintain open and professional relations with team members, promoting a strong team spirit and providing oversight and guidance to enable staff to successfully perform in their positions.
• Take responsibility for discussing job expectations, performance, and objectives on an informal, quarterly basis with all the EH staff
• Overall responsibility for EH work plans, vacation schedules, and staff training/development activities in your targeted LGAs
• Adhere to and act in accordance with the IRC Global HR Policies and Procedures

Grant Monitoring & Partner Management:

• Manage and advise contractors implementing programs on behalf of and in partnership with the IRC in all your supported sites.
• Select and implement, in line with the Adamawa EH Strategy, an appropriate monitoring and evaluations systems; analyzing results to ensure and enhance program effectiveness and quality. Ensure that all monitoring activities and results are shared with your line manager and if requested by your line manager to the M&E Coordinator.
• With support from the Adamawa Sr. EH Manager, assure appropriate and timely spending of grants to achieve program goals, grant reporting contributions, use and distribution of supplies and resources.
• Actively contribute to proposal writing and strategy development

Other:

• Consistently and proactively monitor/assess the safety and security of the team; promptly reporting concerns or incidents to IRC management and liaising with community leaders and other external parties as required to maintain/enhance the security environment for IRC programs
• Any other duties as assigned by the Adamawa Sr. EH Manager to enable and develop IRC programs

Professional Standards:

• All IRC staff are required to adhere to THE IRC Way Standards for Professional Conduct and the IRC country employment policies.

Requirements

• University Degree in Civil/Environmental Engineering or related field;
• Minimum 3 years professional technical experience in Environmental Health, Physical Science, structures and/or water delivery/production;
• Minimum 2 years overseas experience, preferably in a conflict or post disaster setting;
• Solid managerial skills and experience in an international multi-cultural setting;
• Strong project planning, organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills;
• Proven technical writing skills;
• Competent in Windows, MS office programs, AutoCAD (or similar computer aided design), email and database experience;
• Interpersonal qualities: Works well in and promotes teamwork, comfortable in a multi-cultural environment, flexible and able to handle pressure in a professional manner
• Fluent in spoken and written English, Hausa or any local language skills are a plus

Other:

• The position will be based in Mubi with frequent travels to the field offices and site in Adamawa operation areas.

Benefits
Monthly salary, 13 Month Salary Inclusive, Health Insurance Coverage for Family, Pension, Creche Facilities available for Women with babies under 24 Months.

Deadline
20th June, 2017.

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Sector: Protection & Rule of Law
Duration: 12 months with Possibility of Extension
Salary Band: 7B
Start date: ASAP

Scope of Work

• The International Rescue Committee's (IRC) Protection Manager will oversee an IDP and host community Protection program in Borno, State under the supervision of the Protection and Rule of Law Coordinator.
• In this capacity, the Protection Manager will be responsible for day-to-day supervision and oversight of Senior Protection Officer, Legal Officer, Training and Capacity building Officer, and various protection activities, budget management, administration, and implementation of the requirements of the programs.
• The Protection Manager will work closely with other IRC Sectors and partner agencies operating in Borno State.
• This position will reports to the Protection and Rule of Law Coordinator, and receive technical support from the Protection and Rule of Law Coordinator.

Responsibilities
Program Management & Development:

• Create and execute a work plans, spending plans, procurement plans and related systems to ensure that project deadlines are met and targets achieved.
• Supervise and coach the Senior Protection Officer, Capacity building & Training Officer, Legal Officer and Protection Officers to conduct monitoring home visits, surveys , participatory assessments and/or community consultations focused on protection concerns and the identification of Persons with Special Needs (PSN) within the community. Ensure that monitoring visits respect principles of confidentiality of interviewees and that all incidents reported to IRC are handled with due regard to protection principles.
• Supervise and coach the Protection Officers to deliver awareness-raising activities on topics such as service availability and access to Justice.
• Support the Protection Officers in maintaining a good working knowledge of available services from IRC and partners, and an ability to make appropriate referrals to those services in the course of protection monitoring and community outreach activities.
• Develop and maintain a good knowledge of the protection situation locally and the priority needs of the IDP population and host community. Compile protection assessment reports to inform IRC and partner programming in Borno
• Convene and facilitate the monthly/semi-monthly community forum made up of NNGOs, community leaders, PAGs, local authorities, women's committee representatives, and others to discuss community priorities and NNGO plans.
• Support the Capacity Building Officers and the Legal Officers in capacity building of community-based protection mechanisms through training, support, and maintenance of the PAGs throughout the State.
• Conduct protection mainstreaming activities, especially in regards to partner programming including WFP General Food Distributions to ensure that protection principles are prioritized in service delivery and that vulnerable IDPs and host community members have equal access to services.
• Participate in the development of proposals, budgets and concept notes in coordination with the Protection and Rule Law Coordinator, DDP, Grants team, and HQ Technical Unit.
• Contribute to the development of the Country Sector Strategy for the Nigeria Protection Program.
• Support other protection programs as needed, including Child Protection and Women's Protection and Empowerment.

Staff Management:

• Assist in the Recruitment of national staff as required by the Protection Coordinator in conjunction with the Human Resources Department.
• Maintain updated job descriptions, conduct interviews, orient new staff to the IRC and the Protection Program.
• Provide leadership, guidance, and support to the Protection Team through regular supervision and feedback on performanceSalary Band: 7B
• Build the capacity of the Protection Staff to improve their range of capabilities related to Start date: ASAP the Protection Program and its activities.
• Ensure Performance Management System documentation for all staff is in place and followed up regularly.

Grants Management and Reporting:

• Manage and oversee grants; develop and maintain work, spending and procurement plans for all projects.
• Participate in Grants Opening, Mid-Term and Closing meetings.
• Prepare internal and external reports within agreed deadlines using IRC and donor formats, as required.
• Ensuring effective implementation of M&E systems throughout the lifetime of the project.
• Manage the project budget; review monthly Budget vs. Actual, Weekly consolidated PRTS and expenditure sheets and collaborate with the Supply Chain and Finance department to ensure accurate expenditures and reporting.

Representation & Coordination:

• Actively participate in coordination mechanism with partners, IDPs, and host community leaders to ensure information sharing and coordination of interventions, and to enable meaningful participation of both IDPs and host communities.
• Liaise with partners, particularly through the protection sector working group/coordination mechanism, to share findings and any issues of relevance and/or concern related to the local context or broader trends.
• Establish relationships with other NGOs, international organizations, government offices, particularly those working in protection and participate in relevant coordination forums.

Minimum Requirements

• Master’s degree in Law, International Law, Human Rights or International Affairs
• Minimum of three years of professional experience in protection programming in a displacement setting
• Previous working experience with US and European donors is an asset
• Strong understanding of protection principles and likely protection concerns arising in the Nigeria context as well as conflict sensitivity
• Experience in complex emergencies and the ability to live and work in a very remote environment
• Ability to work under pressure and without daily supervision
• Demonstrated skill in staff management in a cross- cultural environment
• Demonstrated analytical skills and report writing experience required
• Strong interpersonal, intercultural and communication skills
• Excellent oral and written skills and computer skills
• Fluency in English, both oral and written
• Fluency in Hausa, both oral and written in obligatory.

Benefits

• Monthly salary, 13Month Salary Inclusive, Health Insurance Coverage for Family, Pension, Creche Facilities available for Women with babies under 24 Months.