INTERSOS is a non-governmental, non-profit Humanitarian Organization which aims to assist victims of natural disasters and armed conflicts. INTERSOS bases its action on the values of solidarity, justice, human dignity, equal rights and opportunities for all people, respect for diversity, cohabitation, attention to social groups the most vulnerable.
Terms of reference
Job title : Program Coordinator
Code: SR-48-5584
Country: Cameroon
Place of assignment: Yaoundé with frequent missions in the North and South-West as well as in the Far North
Start date: 01/10/2023
Contract duration: 9 months (renewable)
Under the supervision of: Head of Mission
Direct supervision of: 10 staff
Dependents: Family duty station
General context of the project
INTERSOS is a non-profit humanitarian organization whose role is to help people in danger, victims of natural disasters and armed conflicts. Created in 1992, its actions are based on the values of solidarity, justice, human dignity, equal rights and opportunities for all as well as respect for diversity and coexistence, paying particular attention to the most vulnerable and those in need of protection INTERSOS intervenes in emergency and crisis situations to help individuals, families and communities whose lives are threatened by conflict, extreme poverty, natural disasters or caused by man. It does this by offering support during humanitarian emergencies,
INTERSOS works in absolute compliance with the principles of the Universal Declaration and the European Convention on Human Rights. It makes no distinction or discrimination based on the race, gender, religion, nationality, ethnic or social origin of people who need help. INTERSOS always places the value and dignity of the human being at the heart of its activities. The humanitarian situation in the Far North and in the South-West and North-West regions of Cameroon remains quite worrying.
Indeed, since 2014, the security situation in the far north region has remained unstable and unpredictable given the increase in Boko Haram attacks in the North East of Nigeria but also in the departments of Logone and Chari, Mayo- Tsanaga, Mayo-Sava and more particularly in the Lake Chad region in Cameroon. This situation has caused to date 321,886 IDPs, 115,921 Nigerian refugees in need of humanitarian assistance. The crisis in the North-West and South-West regions has caused nearly 700,000 internally displaced people and 58,000 people who have sought refuge in neighboring Nigeria. The needs of internally displaced people mainly concern shelter, non-food goods, health, access to drinking water and sanitation, education, food security and the protection of civilians.
General objective of the position
The Country Program Coordinator will be responsible for supporting the mission in the development, implementation and monitoring of the country program in accordance with the INTERSOS country strategy, plans and policies, and in coordination close with the head of mission. The Country Program Coordinator will support the mission in starting new humanitarian interventions, identifying and designing new proposals in coordination with INTERSOS technical referents while ensuring regular engagement with local stakeholders and key stakeholders. donors at the mission level.
Main responsibilities and tasks
Main responsibilities
- Under the supervision and coordination of the CdM, plays a key role in the development and definition of the mission’s country strategy
- Under the supervision of the CoM, lead the development of new concept notes and project proposals (design of project justification, logical framework, narrative and budget in cooperation with the finance department) in collaboration with the technical referents
- Supervise, coordinate and provide quality support to INTERSOS Project Managers in the country
- In coordination with INTERSOS technical referents, ensure quality implementation of the program
- Coordinate and oversee the timely and quality submission of donor reports with the support of the Deputy Regional Director
- INTERSOS representative in relevant meetings
Main responsibilities and tasks
- Implementation of quality
Coordination
- Project implementation, reporting and quality control
- Oversee and maintain project work plans and associated financial plans with input from Project Managers and relevant team members, ensuring timely and quality implementation
- In collaboration with the CdM, ensure the application of INTERSOS procedures and donor rules for reporting and implementation
- With the support of the Country Finance Coordinator, supervise the management of budgets in accordance with donor and INTERSOS directives, ensuring budget and program revisions if necessary
- Provide support and supervision to Project Managers through regular field visits, meetings with staff and line managers, oversee planning of activities and programs
- Support the head of mission in the implementation and supervision of project MEAL plans
- In coordination with the CoM, ensure that all reports are correctly written and submitted to donors on time
Human ressources
- Supervise project managers, strengthen their capacities and ensure regular evaluation through the tools of the internal review process (IRP)
- In accordance with INTERSOS policies and in collaboration with the Human Resources Department, support the CoM in the recruitment, training, supervision and evaluation of Project Managers, including the identification of capacity building gaps and the implementation of associated training sessions
- In collaboration with the Head of Mission, ensure that PMs comply with INTERSOS rules and regulations and adhere to the values of the INTERSOS Fundamental Charter and Code of Ethics
- Strategy development and fundraising
- Support the Head of Mission in the development, implementation and evaluation of the missions strategy and program, providing updated information, inputs and recommendations for new and ongoing interventions in the country.
- In cooperation with the CoM, national staff and headquarters departments, contribute to the development of a country strategy for the mission, in line with the overall INTERSOS strategy
- Lead the design and drafting of potential funding opportunities and new project proposals in coordination with technical advisors and the Deputy Regional Director. Monitoring, evaluation and supervision
- Provide advice and support to Project Managers on work planning, budgets and expenditure
- Under the supervision of the CdM, monitor the level of progress of each project
- Support Project Managers in planning and monitoring the implementation of activities and the achievement of results
- Ensure supervision and feedback on the monthly project evaluation tool (PAT), both at the technical and financial level
- Ensure high quality donor reporting standards through review of reports prepared by GPs.
- Guarantee regular updating of the IMP section of projects
Representation, coordination and advocacy
- In coordination with the CoM, establish and maintain collaborative relationships with donors, project stakeholders and other organizations working in the project areas
- In collaboration with INTERSOS technical referents and the CdM, participate in meetings with the program and financial managers of the donors concerned at central level or in the field.
- Proactively participate in applicable coordination meetings at national and field level
Other objectives and duties:
- At the request of the head of mission and according to the needs of the mission, for the effective implementation and quality of the strategy and programs
Profile required
Education
Advanced university degree in the humanitarian field (international relations, social studies, IHL, IHRL)
Professional experience
Minimum of 4 years of relevant work experience in a similar position (related to proposal writing) in a humanitarian context.
Professional requirements
- Good knowledge of the international donor procedure, in particular UNHCR and (desirable)
- Strong skills in training and capacity building, including using participatory techniques for training on the different components of protection programs;
- Excellent analytical skills, report and proposal writing, and computer proficiency;
- A strong orientation to evidence-based programming, with skills in monitoring and evaluation and conducting evaluations is preferred;
- Flexibility, adaptability and high capacity for work to ensure activities and management / coordination technical support provided in a timely manner to achieve project results;
- Ability to work independently while being a strong team player with proven supervisory skills;
- Previous experience in Africa (desirable).
LANGUAGES
French and English (fluent)
Personal requirements
- Spirit of adaptation to simple living conditions, to a hot/very hot dry climate
- Sense of organization, management and planning;
- Excellent communication skills, diplomacy and approach to donors
- Flexibility and ability to work in a difficult context, under pressure and in an often uncomfortable environment;
- Ability to communicate and work in a team and in a multicultural context;
- Ability to work in basic living conditions;
- Respect of INTERSOS values and PEAS and PE Policies.
How to apply
Interested candidates are invited to apply by following the link below: https://www.intersos.org/posizioni-aperte/missioni/#intersosorg-vacancies/vacancy-details/63e424253b408800127ba78e/
Please note that our application process is made up of 3 very quick steps : register (including your name, email, password and nationality), log in and apply by attaching CV in PDF version . With this platform, candidates will be able to follow the history of their applications with INTERSOS.
Please also mention the name, position and contact details of at least three references : two line supervisors and an HR referent . Family members are excluded.
Only candidates selected for the first interview will be contacted.
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