Emergency Team Leader (2 positions) - (Garowe and Kismayu))
1.0 Job Summary
§ Under the guidance and supervision of the Humanitarian Coordinator (Somalia/Somaliland), the Emergency Team Leader is responsible for emergency preparedness and response within his/her designated area of responsibility.
2.0 Responsibilities and Tasks
2.1 Assessment, Program Design and Planning
· In association with the Humanitarian Coordinator and Emergency Director, ensure emergency assessments are executed and from them an integrated emergency response, implementation and exit strategies are developed.
· Ensure that CARE International Members (through the Coordinator /Emergency Director) are provided with regular sitreps and are aware of humanitarian developments and CARE’s response to them.
· Coordinate the development of all project implementation plans and budgets within the framework of the agreed emergency re Humanitarian Coordinator and Emergency Director with securing donor funding for emergency projects.
· Oversee project design and proposal preparations for institutional funding
2.2 Emergency Project Management and Implementation
· Maintain ongoing surveillance of the developing humanitarian emergency situation and adjust activities accordingly.
· Ensure adequate monitoring, reporting and acquittal of emergency response activities in accordance with CARE International’s humanitarian accountability framework, relevant SPHERE standards, and essential environmental mitigation measures.
· Ensure that different sectoral activities are implemented in a coordinated and integrated manner.
· Ensure all emergency personnel understand and carry out their duties in accordance with humanitarian principles, core values, the Code of Conduct and SPHERE.
2.3 General Management and Leadership
· Establish and maintain constructive working relationships with other NGO’s, UN agencies, host government, and other principle stakeholders
· Create the conditions to ensure effective teamwork and morale. Ensure staff well being is addressed.
· Conduct performance appraisals of emergency staff if and as required, ensure regular feedback and mentoring on individual performance.
· Ensure the Line Management, are kept informed about assessment progress, emergency response implementation, project plans, progress reports, and other significant developments.
· Promote a productive work environment respectful of the Code of Conduct.
2.4 Human Resources
· In liaison with the HR Department, ensure that the wellbeing of the emergency response team are addressed.
2.5 Safety and Security
· Liaise with the Security Advisor to ensure compliance with CARE International Security Guidelines and their effective application in the local context.
QUALIFICATION, KEY SKILLS, EXPERIENCE AND COMPETENCIES
Core Competencies
· Bachelor’s degree in Social Science, public health, food security and nutrition or its equivalent. A masters degree will be am added advantage.
· At least 5 years of experience in complex and natural disaster
· Demonstrated knowledge of Core sectors such as WASH, Emergency Food security, Nutrition and Protection
· High level of all aspects of managerial experience and budgets management
· Ability to work independently and as a team player
· Ability to work with disaster affected communities in a sensitive and participatory manner.
· Able to communicate clearly and sensitively with internal and external stakeholders as a representative of CARE in the areas of responsibility.
· Ability to operate effectively under extreme circumstances
· Have experience and the ability to live and work in diverse cultural contexts
· Is well planned and organized even within a fluid working environment.
· Knowledge of CARE policies and procedures, Sphere and the Red Cross/ NGO Code of Conduct.
· Knowledge of budget management
· Proficiency in information technology/ computer skills.
· Experience in leading a multi-disciplinary team
· Strong understanding of the humanitarian emergency operating context
· Somali language skills
HOW TO APPLY:
Interested candidates who meet the criteria above are encouraged to send their application letters and detailed CV to *recuit@som.care.org by 15th July, 2016.
**CARE is an Equal Opportunity employer promoting gender, equity and diversity. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. Our selection process reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse.***
