USAID Transition Initiatives for
Stabilization (TIS) program:The
Transition Initiatives for Stabilization (TIS) program is funded by USAID and
responds to the complex crisis that has evolved in Somalia.
TIS implements quick impact activities
linked to longer-term stabilization goals.
The TIS program is currently seeking
a skilled, diplomatic, effective, and highly motivated Grants Logistics
Assistant.
Seeking: Grants Logistics Assistant
Do you want to make a difference in
Dusamareeb, Mateban, Baidoa?
If you would you like to join a
dynamic team working on stabilization initiatives for Somalia, please read on!
As our Logistics Assistant, you will work closely with TIS functional teams to include and not limited to the program and grants team, the program grantees and vendors to support the above-referenced program objectives.
The work of Grant Logistics Assistant requires detailed knowledge of Somali culture, highly developed collaboration and networking skills and the exercise of discretion, judgment, and personal responsibility.
Qualifications:
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Diploma in Business Administration,
International Relations, International Development or appropriate field.
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Minimum two (2) years relevant
experience in a similar position, with specific focus on local/international
procurement, clearing & forwarding, Somalia laws and regulations, fleet
management, insurance and inventory/stock/supplies management, development and
control.
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Experience with event organizing and
planning
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Previous experience with UN,
international or local NGOs is required.
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Ability to establish and maintain
effective working relationships with senior government personnel, colleagues,
donor partners, private sector, and other actors that may be involved in the
overall implementation of the project
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Ability to maintain integrity in
performing assigned responsibilities.
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Ability to pay close attention to
detail and work with minimal supervision under tight deadlines.
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Ability to work effectively and
harmoniously within a multicultural team.
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Functional competencies required
include effective communicator, successful negotiator, creative analytical
thinker, active learner, team player and cross cultural facilitator
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Working knowledge of MS Office and
Internet applications, Microsoft Outlook, Access and PowerPoint.
·
Fluency in English and Somali is
required
Seeking: M&E / Information Officer
Do you want to make a difference in
Mateban?
Do you enjoy photography and writing?
This position will be based in
Mateban with frequent travel to other project areas.
Qualifications:
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University degree in Mass
Communication, English Language/Literature or its equivalent with a minimum of
3 years relevant work experience in international development, sociology
media, or communication. OR
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Diploma and a minimum of 5 years
relevant work experience in international development, research, sociology,
media or communication.
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Proven work experience in media,
multimedia reporting and political journalism. Ability to conduct political
analysis is highly required.
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Proven experience with grant
monitoring and reporting methods and systems.
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Familiarity with focus group
discussions and facilitation a highly desired.
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Familiar with Microsoft Office suite.
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Experience with deadline-driven
writing assignments in English.
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English and Somali language fluency
required. Strong English writing skills required.
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Must be a Somali National
Seeking: Information Technology (IT) Manager
Do you have IT experience and
interest in working on a Somalia program?
Do you want to make a difference in
Somalia?
Would you like to join a dynamic team
working on stabilization initiatives for Somalia?
If yes, please read on!
This position will be based in Nairobi with frequent travel to Somalia.
Qualifications and Skills Sought:
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University degree in Information
Technology, Computer Science or appropriate field.
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Five years’ experience working in
Information technology
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Experience working in a complex and
challenging field environment
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Fluency in written and spoken
English.
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Experience in data security.
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Previous experience working in
Somalia highly sought.
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In addition, must be flexible,
willing to perform assigned and additional duties and work irregular hours
under unpredictable conditions
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Demonstrated IT expertise working in
Somalia.
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Excellent interpersonal skills and an
ability to manage a diverse range of professional relationships essential.
English language fluency
required.
IT Officers in Nairobi (1) and Garowe
(1)
Seeking: Grants Information Technology (IT) Assistant
Do you have Information Technology
(IT) experience and interest in working on a Somalia program?
Do you want to make a difference in
Somalia?
Would you like to join a dynamic team
working on stabilization initiatives for Somalia?
If yes, please read on!
Qualifications and Skills Sought:
·
Diploma in information Technology or
Computer Science.
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Excellent verbal and written
communication skills in English.
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At least 2 years’ experience in
similar position.
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Working knowledge in using Microsoft
office required
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PC and server support experience,
especially with Windows Server and Windows Client Operation Systems.
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Experience of basic knowledge of
Lotus Notes Client Administration, and replication within a WAN.
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Computer repairs, assembly and
technical troubleshooting.
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Good knowledge of computer hardware
and software theory.
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Computer skills including Microsoft
Office applications, Lotus Notes, Windows operating systems.
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Industry standard certification by
Microsoft or Cisco preferred.
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Experience conducting IT needs
assessments, preferably in government or administrative offices.
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Experience training end users in
basic IT functions and Microsoft Office programs
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Must be flexible, willing to perform
assigned and additional duties and work irregular hours under unpredictable
conditions.
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Honesty, confidentiality and
integrity required.
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Cultural Sensitivity.
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Ability to work with strict
deadlines.
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Competency in performing multiple
functional tasks.
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Good interpersonal skills.
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English language fluency required and
Somali Language fluency stongly preferred.
Seeking: Project Advisor
Do you want to make a difference in
Baidoa in Bay region, Mateban, Dhusamareeb & South Galkayo?
Qualifications and Skills Sought:
Qualifications and Skills Sought:
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University degree preferred, such as
in development, project management, social work, conflict management or any
other related field.
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Minimum of three years of
professional experience in the field of governance and development, or conflict
management, especially in international organizations such as NGOs.
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Minimum of two years specific
experience in the field of development with project design, implementation and
monitoring.
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Experience in community participation
and consensus-building projects.
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Thorough knowledge and understanding
of government structures and current development planning in Somalia.
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Demonstrated capacity to understand
and analyze the national, regional, and local political context in Somalia, and
especially Bay.
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A drive for results in a high-volume,
quick-paced programme environment; creativity and analytical capability
required to respond to evolving programme demands and current events.
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Excellent computer skills, including
MS Office suite.
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Written and spoken fluency in English
and Somali is required.
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Strong inter-personal skills and an
ability to work within and build a team environment; ability to provide both
detailed and strategic analysis; excellent communication and negotiation
skills; ability to work effectively and harmoniously within a diverse work
environment.
Do you have the above qualifications
and skills?
If so, please send
(1) a CV that includes 3 references
in PDF format
(2) A cover letter explaining why you
are eligible for the position,
(3) A filled and signed copy of the
1420 bio data form which can be downloaded from http://www.usaid.gov/forms
Forward your application to tisdairecruitment@gmail.com and copy tis@dai.com.
Forward your application to tisdairecruitment@gmail.com and copy tis@dai.com.
Closing date: Wednesday, 15th July
2015.
Please note only short listed
candidates will be contacted.
Please put Project Advisor as the
email subject and indicate the region you are applying for in the subject
line.
Only shortlisted candidates will be
contacted.
Women strongly encouraged to apply
Women strongly encouraged to apply