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Food Security and Livelihoods (FSL) Deputy Head of Department (HoD)
الوصف الوظيفي
Action Against Hunger is an international non-governmental organization working in more than 40 countries in the fields of nutrition, food security and livelihoods, water sanitation and hygiene, and care practices. ACF is looking for its program in Jordan for Food Security and Livelihoods (FSL) Deputy Head of Department (HoD)
Work place: Amman, JORDAN with 30% travel to field sites
Monthly Basic Salary Range: 2042 JOD
A. Specific Objectives:Support the FSL Department in enhancing quality of interventions and expanding FSL programming in the country B. Main Objectives
Mission 1: Provide operational support to field programme managers on regular basis- Monitor and ensure that the implementation of FSL activities meets the anticipated quality and standard through regular field visit checks and reporting mechanisms
- Support field staff with capacity building, strategic planning, proposal development (including budgets), and implementation of FSL programmes, ensuring adherence to policies and procedures, and implementation of donor requirements and contractual responsibilities
- Strive to increase programme quality through all stages of implementation, in part by developing and maintaining systems to measure impact and quality in assigned projects, in order to maximise their impact
- Work in close collaboration with programme managers to ensure cost-effectiveness of FSL programmes through innovative activities and efficient/effective implementation methodologies
- Compile, review, and ensure timely submission of internal reports (such as Activity Progress Reports (APRs)) and external reports to funding agencies and host government
- Review FSL sections—and make substantial contribution to general and cross-cutting sections—of internal and external reports, as well as amendments to projects, in consultation with field teams
- Contribute to the analysis and identification of key stages of and methodologies for FSL programming (timetables, baseline / midterm / endline surveys and assessments, technical studies, calls for tenders, specifications, community approaches, internal and external evaluations, amongst other elements) Mission 2: Contribute to quality and cost-effectiveness of FSL interventions at country level- Analyse the technical conformity of FSL programmes with international rules, approaches, and technical standards, and the Action Against Hunger framework documents and technical works
- Contribute to ensuring, by use of Action Against Hunger-specific monitoring approaches (project quality, field visits, external audit, etc.), that global norms and national standards guiding humanitarian and development interventions are respected
- Issue and follow up on technical recommendations for the improvement or maintenance of FSL programme quality
- Lead by example as an active contributor to advancing Action Against Hunger’s gender mainstreaming efforts and gender equitable approach throughout FSL programming and teams
- Alert the FSL HoD to all major difficulties encountered in applying necessary recommendations and / or adaptations to FSL programming, and suggest solutions and ways forward
- Support the FSL HoD in operationalising transparency and ethical standards in projects by highlighting complaints / grievance procedures, particularly in respect of the beneficiary population
- Promote safety measures for both staff and the wider population in the implementation of FSL projects (work sites), in collaboration with the FSL HoD, Programme Managers, Field Coordinators, and the Logistics Department Mission 3: Contribute to defining the strategy and positioning of the FSL Department, and by extent, the country strategy for Action Against Hunger Jordan- Facilitate understanding within the field teams of the humanitarian and development situation regarding FSL in the context of intervention, and its continuous, systematic, and thorough monitoring; draw key trends and information from field level upward for shaping the FSL programme strategy
- Support the FSL HoD in the analysis of the FSL humanitarian and development situation at Jordan level
- Assist in actioning the sharing of information gathered and analysed both internally and externally to field level and with external actors as delegated by the FSL HoD
- Contribute to the development of the mission’s FSL sectoral strategy document in line with Action Against Hunger international and national frameworks and with strong integration of cross-cutting issues (including but not limited to gender, environment, protection, and inclusivity)
- Support in the definition and (re)orientation of the Jordan country strategy and other relevant internal guidance / strategies as and when the opportunity arises
- Contribute to integrate the FSL sector with other technical sectors (WaSH, MHPSS, Nutrition / Health)
- Play an active role in shaping the technical and operational advocacy strategies of the mission in line with the advocacy objectives defined in the Action Against Hunger reference documentation
- Co-identify key stakeholders to target with sectoral advocacy specific to the mission in collaboration with the FSL HoD
Mission 4: Contribute to the identification of needs and formulation of project proposals- Contribute to the identification of FSL humanitarian and development needs sensitive to cross-cutting issues such as gender, protection, and environmental considerations
- Participate in visits by funding agencies whenever requested by the FSL HoD, DCDP, and / or Field Coordinator
- Contribute to the FSL sections of project proposals in accordance with the formats and deadlines of funding agencies, and make substantial contribution to general and cross-cutting sections of proposals
Mission 5: Contribute to the active participation of Action Against Hunger in national sectoral coordination and technical forums and develop sectoral partnerships- In the absence of the FSL HoD, represent Action Against Hunger in sectoral coordination at national and sub-national levels (sectoral and / or cluster) and with technical authorities
- Support the FSL HoD in defining Action Against Hunger’s contribution to the various action plans in the FSL sector (Consolidated Appeal Process, Flash Appeal, Inter-Agency Contingency Plan, HFA, national sector strategies, Jordan Response Plan, etc.)
- Contribute to technical communications concerning FSL programming in liaison with the FSL HoD, DCDP and Field Coordinators
- Promote sectoral and synergetic / complementary partnerships (with civil society, NGOs, authorities, the private sector, and other relevant entities), and enhance the capacity of partners on FSL Mission 6: FSL team functional management- Under the supervision of the FSL HoD, functionally manage Action Against Hunger Jordan’s FSL personnel- Contribute to the evaluation of the technical performance of FSL Programme Managers
- Contribute to the development FSL competence throughout the mission
Work place: Amman, JORDAN with 30% travel to field sites
Monthly Basic Salary Range: 2042 JOD
A. Specific Objectives:Support the FSL Department in enhancing quality of interventions and expanding FSL programming in the country B. Main Objectives
Mission 1: Provide operational support to field programme managers on regular basis- Monitor and ensure that the implementation of FSL activities meets the anticipated quality and standard through regular field visit checks and reporting mechanisms
- Support field staff with capacity building, strategic planning, proposal development (including budgets), and implementation of FSL programmes, ensuring adherence to policies and procedures, and implementation of donor requirements and contractual responsibilities
- Strive to increase programme quality through all stages of implementation, in part by developing and maintaining systems to measure impact and quality in assigned projects, in order to maximise their impact
- Work in close collaboration with programme managers to ensure cost-effectiveness of FSL programmes through innovative activities and efficient/effective implementation methodologies
- Compile, review, and ensure timely submission of internal reports (such as Activity Progress Reports (APRs)) and external reports to funding agencies and host government
- Review FSL sections—and make substantial contribution to general and cross-cutting sections—of internal and external reports, as well as amendments to projects, in consultation with field teams
- Contribute to the analysis and identification of key stages of and methodologies for FSL programming (timetables, baseline / midterm / endline surveys and assessments, technical studies, calls for tenders, specifications, community approaches, internal and external evaluations, amongst other elements) Mission 2: Contribute to quality and cost-effectiveness of FSL interventions at country level- Analyse the technical conformity of FSL programmes with international rules, approaches, and technical standards, and the Action Against Hunger framework documents and technical works
- Contribute to ensuring, by use of Action Against Hunger-specific monitoring approaches (project quality, field visits, external audit, etc.), that global norms and national standards guiding humanitarian and development interventions are respected
- Issue and follow up on technical recommendations for the improvement or maintenance of FSL programme quality
- Lead by example as an active contributor to advancing Action Against Hunger’s gender mainstreaming efforts and gender equitable approach throughout FSL programming and teams
- Alert the FSL HoD to all major difficulties encountered in applying necessary recommendations and / or adaptations to FSL programming, and suggest solutions and ways forward
- Support the FSL HoD in operationalising transparency and ethical standards in projects by highlighting complaints / grievance procedures, particularly in respect of the beneficiary population
- Promote safety measures for both staff and the wider population in the implementation of FSL projects (work sites), in collaboration with the FSL HoD, Programme Managers, Field Coordinators, and the Logistics Department Mission 3: Contribute to defining the strategy and positioning of the FSL Department, and by extent, the country strategy for Action Against Hunger Jordan- Facilitate understanding within the field teams of the humanitarian and development situation regarding FSL in the context of intervention, and its continuous, systematic, and thorough monitoring; draw key trends and information from field level upward for shaping the FSL programme strategy
- Support the FSL HoD in the analysis of the FSL humanitarian and development situation at Jordan level
- Assist in actioning the sharing of information gathered and analysed both internally and externally to field level and with external actors as delegated by the FSL HoD
- Contribute to the development of the mission’s FSL sectoral strategy document in line with Action Against Hunger international and national frameworks and with strong integration of cross-cutting issues (including but not limited to gender, environment, protection, and inclusivity)
- Support in the definition and (re)orientation of the Jordan country strategy and other relevant internal guidance / strategies as and when the opportunity arises
- Contribute to integrate the FSL sector with other technical sectors (WaSH, MHPSS, Nutrition / Health)
- Play an active role in shaping the technical and operational advocacy strategies of the mission in line with the advocacy objectives defined in the Action Against Hunger reference documentation
- Co-identify key stakeholders to target with sectoral advocacy specific to the mission in collaboration with the FSL HoD
Mission 4: Contribute to the identification of needs and formulation of project proposals- Contribute to the identification of FSL humanitarian and development needs sensitive to cross-cutting issues such as gender, protection, and environmental considerations
- Participate in visits by funding agencies whenever requested by the FSL HoD, DCDP, and / or Field Coordinator
- Contribute to the FSL sections of project proposals in accordance with the formats and deadlines of funding agencies, and make substantial contribution to general and cross-cutting sections of proposals
Mission 5: Contribute to the active participation of Action Against Hunger in national sectoral coordination and technical forums and develop sectoral partnerships- In the absence of the FSL HoD, represent Action Against Hunger in sectoral coordination at national and sub-national levels (sectoral and / or cluster) and with technical authorities
- Support the FSL HoD in defining Action Against Hunger’s contribution to the various action plans in the FSL sector (Consolidated Appeal Process, Flash Appeal, Inter-Agency Contingency Plan, HFA, national sector strategies, Jordan Response Plan, etc.)
- Contribute to technical communications concerning FSL programming in liaison with the FSL HoD, DCDP and Field Coordinators
- Promote sectoral and synergetic / complementary partnerships (with civil society, NGOs, authorities, the private sector, and other relevant entities), and enhance the capacity of partners on FSL Mission 6: FSL team functional management- Under the supervision of the FSL HoD, functionally manage Action Against Hunger Jordan’s FSL personnel- Contribute to the evaluation of the technical performance of FSL Programme Managers
- Contribute to the development FSL competence throughout the mission
المهارات
Mission 7: Promote capturing and use of learning, technical development, and research within the FSL Department- Contribute to capturing and promoting the use of learning within the FSL sector at the mission level, and consolidate and transmit lessons learnt and associated recommendations to headquarters (this may focus on technical developments, pilot projects, innovative or little documented approaches, operational approaches which may serve as a reference for the Action Against Hunger network, successes and failures, contextual analyses, or other matters)
- Contribute to guiding the technical dimensions of assessments, studies, and evaluations throughout the strategy and programme cycles to build a body of information for evidence-based decision-making
- Under the supervision of the FSL HoD, promote and guide the capturing and promotion of lessons learnt as undertaken by Programme Managers and the FSL Department
- Maintain continuity in respect of the FSL expertise and the history of the mission
- Contribute to creative processes for defining and applying new approaches at mission level
- Explore, critically assess, and establish scientific and technical partnerships (laboratories, universities, private sector) in line with research objectives
- Develop technical skills in line with the evolution of the sector Mission 8: Fulfil general responsibilities and contribute to broader Action Against Hunger Jordan operational quality and consistency- Maintain the confidentiality of all sensitive information at all times
- Perform other job related tasks as requested by the supervisor
- Commit to and comply with the organisation’s gender, age, and diversity principles and policies (working with people, communication)
- Lead on the promotion of gender, age and diversity principles through daily activities and / or through the management of teams, as well as through the planning and implementation of operations and strategies (managing performance and development) C. CANDIDATE PROFILE a. Technical Recruitment Criteria:• Experience in cash for work and cash transfer programmes required
• Experience in agriculture and value chain development preferred
• Experience working with private sector, social entrepreneurship, and SMEs desired
• Substantial knowledge regarding programme management in the field
• Knowledge of standard logistics, financial, and HR good practices and procedures
• Strong computer and communication equipment skills
• Excellent intercultural, interpersonal, organisational, prioritising, and communication skills
• High capacity of work, able to overcome stress and work under pressure, with high degree of flexibility
• Autonomous, organised, and self-motivated
• Diplomatic and tactful, professional and transparent
• Ability to train and deliver technical support
• Demonstrable commitment to gender equity
• Able to identify creative approaches to navigating the humanitarian-development nexus
• Solution-oriented working style
• Firm understanding of ‘Do No Harm’ approach
• Demonstrate understanding, willingness, and capacities to commit to, comply with, implement, and promote age, gender, and diversity principles and policies b. HR Recruitment Criteria:- Education:
Minimum BSc degree or equivalent in agriculture science, economics, international development, or related field complemented by significant experience in resilience/livelihood-related field- Professional experience:• At least 5 years of field experience with a humanitarian NGO in the FSL sector (candidates with less than 5 years of experience will not be considered)
• At least 2 years of experience managing FSL projects
• Experience working in developing and urban contexts
• Experience with strategy, proposal, log frame, and theory of change development
• Extensive experience working with coordination mechanisms, including the cluster system
• Action Against Hunger experience a plus but not mandatory- Language + level:
Arabic (native)
English (excellent) required
How to apply:
The application period closes on 23/04/2019Before applying, please make sure that you have read the requirements for the position and that you qualify.
Applications from non-qualifying applicants will most likely be discarded by the recruiting manager.
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- Contribute to guiding the technical dimensions of assessments, studies, and evaluations throughout the strategy and programme cycles to build a body of information for evidence-based decision-making
- Under the supervision of the FSL HoD, promote and guide the capturing and promotion of lessons learnt as undertaken by Programme Managers and the FSL Department
- Maintain continuity in respect of the FSL expertise and the history of the mission
- Contribute to creative processes for defining and applying new approaches at mission level
- Explore, critically assess, and establish scientific and technical partnerships (laboratories, universities, private sector) in line with research objectives
- Develop technical skills in line with the evolution of the sector Mission 8: Fulfil general responsibilities and contribute to broader Action Against Hunger Jordan operational quality and consistency- Maintain the confidentiality of all sensitive information at all times
- Perform other job related tasks as requested by the supervisor
- Commit to and comply with the organisation’s gender, age, and diversity principles and policies (working with people, communication)
- Lead on the promotion of gender, age and diversity principles through daily activities and / or through the management of teams, as well as through the planning and implementation of operations and strategies (managing performance and development) C. CANDIDATE PROFILE a. Technical Recruitment Criteria:• Experience in cash for work and cash transfer programmes required
• Experience in agriculture and value chain development preferred
• Experience working with private sector, social entrepreneurship, and SMEs desired
• Substantial knowledge regarding programme management in the field
• Knowledge of standard logistics, financial, and HR good practices and procedures
• Strong computer and communication equipment skills
• Excellent intercultural, interpersonal, organisational, prioritising, and communication skills
• High capacity of work, able to overcome stress and work under pressure, with high degree of flexibility
• Autonomous, organised, and self-motivated
• Diplomatic and tactful, professional and transparent
• Ability to train and deliver technical support
• Demonstrable commitment to gender equity
• Able to identify creative approaches to navigating the humanitarian-development nexus
• Solution-oriented working style
• Firm understanding of ‘Do No Harm’ approach
• Demonstrate understanding, willingness, and capacities to commit to, comply with, implement, and promote age, gender, and diversity principles and policies b. HR Recruitment Criteria:- Education:
Minimum BSc degree or equivalent in agriculture science, economics, international development, or related field complemented by significant experience in resilience/livelihood-related field- Professional experience:• At least 5 years of field experience with a humanitarian NGO in the FSL sector (candidates with less than 5 years of experience will not be considered)
• At least 2 years of experience managing FSL projects
• Experience working in developing and urban contexts
• Experience with strategy, proposal, log frame, and theory of change development
• Extensive experience working with coordination mechanisms, including the cluster system
• Action Against Hunger experience a plus but not mandatory- Language + level:
Arabic (native)
English (excellent) required
How to apply:
The application period closes on 23/04/2019Before applying, please make sure that you have read the requirements for the position and that you qualify.
Applications from non-qualifying applicants will most likely be discarded by the recruiting manager.
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