Program Project Advisor Job Vacancy

Seeking: Project Advisor
 
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. 

The overall program goal is to mitigate conflict; to promote stability and community cohesion, and to strengthen citizens’ relationships with government officials. TIS implements quick impact activities linked to longer-term stabilization goals.

The TIS program is currently seeking a skilled, diplomatic, effective, and highly motivated Project Advisor. 


As our Project Advisor, you will be the TIS focal point for community-level project design and implementation, including the enforcement of budget and timeline requirements. 

The Project Advisor will work closely with the relevant Senior Project Advisor and Field Coordinator in the designated area of responsibility, as well as in close conjunction with the various partner institutions.

Qualifications and Skills Sought:
  • University degree preferred, such as in development, project management, social work, conflict management or any other related field.
  • Minimum of three years of professional experience in the field of governance and development, or conflict management, especially in international organizations such as NGOs.
  • Minimum of two years specific experience in the field of development with project design, implementation and monitoring.
  • Experience in community participation and consensus-building projects.
  • Thorough knowledge and understanding of government structures and current development planning in Somalia.
  • Demonstrated capacity to understand and analyze the national, regional, and local political context in Somalia, and especially Bay.
  • 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.
  • Excellent computer skills, including MS Office suite.
  • Written and spoken fluency in English and Somali is required.
  • 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. 

Closing date: Friday, 23rd October 2015. 

Please note only short listed candidates will be contacted. 

Please put Project Advisor-Kismayu as the email subject. 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.


Women strongly encouraged to apply