ACTED (Agency for Technical Cooperation and Development) is a non- political and non-confessional international NGO founded in 1993 and headquartered in Paris, France.
The organization’s vocation is to save lives, assist vulnerable populations and bring hope to those in need for a better future.
ACTED is looking for professionally confident, self-motivated, experienced and committed team player to fill the above position in Somalia.Duties and Responsibilities
Ensure appropriate data collection by implementation team/partners in fulfillment of assessment plans and deliverables. Working with the Assessment specialist, manage and direct assessment teams and key stakeholder relationsManage in-country assessment logisticsAssist in the coordination and structure of assessment activities.Facilitate and develop assessment training programsWorking with the assessment team and/or partner staff coordinate monitoring and quality assurance systems are for all assessments ; daily, weekly reporting to assessment specialistDevelop and maintain LNGOs database and network in all regions of Somalia (including their Contact, Sector Specificity, Location) In consultation with relevant staff respond to project information requests from the stakeholders. Manage and maintain functionalities of REACH mapping centerParticipate in cluster and coordination meetings in Somalia. Submit Meeting minutes to Assessment specialist for review and dissemination.Assist the team with technical outreach, providing guidance based on local priorities and the changing environment. Draft security reports when needed field staff, Somali Websites, NSP updates, etc).Conduct research as neededLiaise with staff based in Nairobi office, Somalia field officers and implementing partnersTo perform other duties as required.Qualifications/Skills RequiredCommunication skills: Excellent verbal communication skills in Somali with a capacity to negotiate and persuade others to consider new ideas. Strategic Orientation: Is able to feed in the organization’s strategic objectives in the country by providing sound socio-economic and political inputs; as well security. Networking Skills: Easily builds rapport with others.Teamwork Skills: Keeps group up to date on all processes and shares relevant information at all times.Advanced university degree in political science, international relations, international law or related field (in combination with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience); or a First level university degree (in combination with a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience) may be accepted in lieu of an advanced degree.A minimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience in liaison, project management or a similar post. A diploma in business Administration is an added advantage.Previous experience working in Somalia is required.Past experience in Representational, in post-conflict locations is highly desirable.Excellent written and verbal communication skills; must be able to communicate effectively in Somali language, and English.GIS skills a plusApplicants should send their detailed CV with cover letter by email to: kenya.jobs@acted.org with the subject line being REACH Assessment Officer - Somalia on or before 5pm on the closing date of 19 July 2013. Shortlisting will be done on ongoing basis. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.ACTED is an equal opportunity employer
