Country: Sudan
Closing date: 02 Jan 2017
We help to strengthen resilience of vulnerable people exposed to hazards and crisis situations and we respond to disasters and conflicts to save lives and alleviate suffering. In the Netherlands with more than thirty thousand volunteers and internationally through technical assistance, supplies and money. Together we act before, during and after disasters to meet the needs and improve the lives of vulnerable people.
We do this without regards to nationality, race, religious beliefs, class or political opinion. Our seven principles guide our humanitarian work: humanity, impartiality, neutrality, independence, voluntary service, unity and universality.
The International Assistance department is responsible for all Netherlands Red Cross international support for victims of disasters and conflicts and for vulnerable people exposed to hazards.
The International Assistance department has opened a vacancy for a Community Health Delegate in Sudan. To strengthen the our team, the department is looking for:
Position title: Community Health Delegate
Duty station: Khartoum, with frequent visits to West and Central Darfur (Sudan)
Time period: January 2017 – December 2018 (12 months with possibility of extension)
Starting Date: 1 February
Status: Single posting
Purpose of the position
To start op an emergency assistance activity in support of internally displaced in the states West and Central Darfur
Background
Over more than two decades, the Sudanese Red Crescent and Netherlands Red Cross Societies have collaborated in addressing acute needs of vulnerable people of Sudan through a wide range of programmes in the areas of primary health care, nutrition, water and sanitation, food security and livelihoods support, HIV/AIDS awareness raising and stigma reduction, and local capacity building.
In recent years NLRC and SRCS have been implementing the following joint projects in Sudan:
Community Resilience Building Project in Kassala State, aimed at increasing capacity of local communities to mitigate food insecurity through distribution of seeds and tools, development of skills in improved production practices, and provision of technical support.
HIV/AIDS Awareness Raising and Stigma Reduction and Support to Orphans and Vulnerable Children (OVC) Project, aimed at improving health status of vulnerable groups (260,000 people) through community mobilization, advocacy for HIV/AIDS prevention, stigma reduction, support to voluntary counseling and testing centers, and local capacity building. The project was implemented in the states of Khartoum, Gezira, Kassala, West Darfur and South Darfur.
Reduction in Child Mortality due to Diarrhea Project in Kassala State focuses on Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) and Community-based primary healthcare intervention.
In addition, NLRC provides support to International Committee of Red Cross (ICRC) and International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies. NLRC has two international staff in Sudan, supporting joint operations, based in Khartoum and Kassala.
We are currently expanding these activities. Due to the nature, scope and focus of the NLRC support, there is a need for an experienced Community Health Delegate to be based Khartoum with frequent visits to West Darfur and Central Darfur. The delegate will provide technical community health/public health project support to the SRCS with the implementation and reporting of a new “West/Central Darfur Emergency Response” Project funded by the Netherlands government. The project will support capacity building of SRCS West/Central Darfur in supporting IDP’s; community mobilization, and health and hygiene promotions. The delegate will provide technical support and backup to the SRCS in the Health and WASH sectors, and support the SRCS in responding to the immediate health needs of the target beneficiaries and communities as mentioned in the IFRC emergency appeal for the Darfur population movement.
Position in the organization
Line reporting is to the NLRC Country Representative in Khartoum.
Furthermore, the delegate is expected:
To collaborate and coordinate closely with West Darfur and Central Darfur Branches, SRCS Khartoum HQ Health, Wash, and DM Coordinators, supporting the SRCS lead role, and to respect at all times the relevant policies and strategies of the SRCS.
To work closely with the current WASH delegate in Kassala state, mainly on the WASH components of the West Darfur Emergency Response Project.
To work accordingly NLRC relevant technical policies and guidelines, ensure alignment with donor requirements.
Summary statement and responsibilities
The main responsibility of the Community Health Delegate is to support the implementation of the “West and Central Darfur Emergency Response” Project and to empower the SRCS - its staff at the West Darfur Branch and community volunteers - in effective, qualitative and efficient community-based health program implementation. Specific duties will include the following:
Act as the technical community/public health focal person for the “West and Central Darfur Emergency Response” project, provide technical and managerial support lead for the planning, monitoring, reporting and financial management of the various project activities in partnership with SRCS West Darfur Branch.
Support capacity development of SRCS relevant staff through coaching, mentoring and on-the-job technical training, in particular in (but not limited to) the following areas.
Planning, monitoring, reporting and financial management.
Community mobilization, health, nutrition, water, sanitation and hygiene promotion activities and volunteer mobilization.
Facilitate the establishment of a workable and efficient monitoring system for the West and Central Darfur Emergency Response, and conduct joint planning and monitoring visits and/or internal evaluations.
Be responsible for adequate financial compliance throughout the implementation of the project.
Request timely technical WASH advice and expertise from the WASH delegate in Kassala, the NLRC Headquarters in The Hague and/or from in-country or regional resources, and follow-up on recommendations made.
Ensure regular and efficient networking with relevant stakeholders in West and Central Darfur and Khartoum, as well as represent NLRC in relevant health related meetings, conferences, workshops.
Participate in the Red Cross humanitarian response in case of a natural disaster, at the request of the SRCS and NLRC.
Support the identification, formulation, implementation and evaluation of other activities supported by the NLRC in Sudan and possibly other sectors or countries, when requested by NLRC.
Requirements/Qualifications
A graduate degree in international public health.
At least 7 years of relevant, international experience and proven expertise in the technical areas of community health/public health and/or hygiene promotion programs in developing countries.
Demonstrated experience in the design, implementation and management of community health projects, including proposal development, planning, monitoring and evaluation.
Strong expertise and understanding of key issues in the field of public health, including water and sanitation, community based programming affecting East-African populations.
Strong understanding of capacity building dynamics.
Experience with the Red Cross/Red Crescent Movement, including volunteer management experience, would be an asset.
Demonstrated experience of developing effective working relationships and lobbying with senior stakeholders from communities, government agencies, international organisations, donors, NGOs, etc.
Excellent communication skills with strong interpersonal and coaching skills, including the demonstrated ability to guide and inspire colleagues and others.
Fluency in written and spoken English, knowledge of Arabic is considered an advantage.
Understanding of and commitment to NLRC mission, values and programming approaches.
Working experience in Africa, and both in emergency or recovery and development context.
Willingness/ability to travel and live in a remote location and follow strict security guidelines set by Red Cross/Red Crescent.
Excellent computer, writing, reporting and communication skills.
Key competencies
Is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results.
Natural team-player, with demonstrated ability to coach, inspire and support colleagues.
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to establish and maintain effective partnerships and working relations in different cultural and organizational settings.
Ability to work with minimal supervision, to establish and achieve clear goals.
We offer
A full time position (based on 40-hour work week) for 1 year, with the possibility of extension depending on need and funding,
A flexible and human centred working environment in an inspiring setting.
Well balanced employment conditions with space for initiative and development.
How to apply:
Please send your resume and motivation letter in English with reference to Annemieke van Teeffelen before 2 January 2017 on http://werkenbij.rodekruis.nl/en/Vacancy/Apply/73069 . For further information regarding the position please contact Ad Beljaars by email to abeljaars@redcross.nl.
An initial assessment of candidates short-listed is part of the selection procedure.
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Acquisition for this vacancy will not be appreciated