South Sudan: Team Leader- Maban, South Sudan

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PROGRAM BACKGROUND:
International Medical Corps is currently implementing approximately 15 programs across nine sites in South Sudan. Through nearly 50 health facilities in urban and rural areas, International Medical Corps provides basic health care and integrated service provision, from preventative care to emergency surgery. International Medical Corps also runs programs in HIV/AIDS, nutrition, food security, and water and sanitation projects. To address South Sudan’s acute health worker shortage, and foster self-reliance, International Medical Corps trains health professionals and community volunteers.
In addition to the above, International Medical Corps is also providing emergency medical services out of four sites to tens of thousands of people who were displaced by the crisis started from 15th December 2013. Simultaneously, the organization is in the process of increasing its surge capacity and ramping up programming in order to respond to the countrywide emergency humanitarian needs emerging from the conflict erupted in December 2013.

JOB SUMMARY:
International Medical Corps has a 4m+USD project in Maban providing emergency health, nutrition and medical services to more than 37,000 refugees living in two camps: Gendrassa and Kaya. Project interventions include all aspects of primary health care, nutrition education including supplementary feeding, reproductive health care and referral services for secondary health care etc.
The Team Leader is responsible for overall management of this large scale, fast moving program in an environment often presents security challenges. The position is involved with care, management and development of human, fiscal and other resources entrusted to the project site. S/he is also expected to play an active role and contribute to the expansion of program portfolio through initiation of concept papers, development of project proposals and lead the start-up processes for the new projects. Donor relations, security management, networking and coordination among the stake-holders are also part of the job responsibilities.

International Medical Corps manages its program in Maban County of Upper Nile State from the town of Bunj where the organization has a compound to house more than a dozen expatiate and 20+ local staff. Some staff also reside in Kaya camp. A total of 120 local and xx expatriate staff are involved in this program.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Specific duties and responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to the following:

Leadership:

Lead, manage and coordinate International Medical Corps’ programs in MabanCoordinate closely with the Country Director and the Heads of Support Service departments in Juba
Staff Management / HREstablish systems for maintaining an overview of all staff activityCo-ordinate prioritizing of requests for staff in consultation with others involvedMaintain HR management tools including organizational charts, job descriptions, performance evaluations, disciplinary processes as per International Medical Corps policiesLine manage staff, including regular performance management and appraisals in coordination with the HR DepartmentEnsure effective teamwork among staff
RepresentationInfluence (inter)national health and other policy and practices within the communityRepresent International Medical Corps to Local & National Authorities, international donors, UN Agencies, international and national NGOs.Develop good working relationships with other humanitarian/emergency actors such as INGOs, UN agencies and Donors.

Administration :

Ensure that appropriate logistic, administrative and financial structures and procedures appropriate for emergency response are established and / or maintained in accordance with IMC guidelines.

Security :

Responsible for the security of all international and national staff at site.Ensure that appropriate security guidelines and procedures are established, maintained / updated regularly and adhered to by the response team.

Finance :

Oversee budget preparation, setting the parameters and the processMonitor monthly budget pipelines and manage spending to remain on target.Establish and/or maintain the International Medical Corps field accounting systemsOversee the completion and return to Juba office of field accounts within the agreed deadlines.

Other:
Carry out any other responsibilities as requested by the line manager or Country Director

Qualifications:-

Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, International Development and/or in a relevant field of study. Master’s degree preferred

Minimum five years’ experience in project management with strong focus on primary and secondary health care of which three years at senior management level,Experience of supervision of large staff,Familiarity with international humanitarian operations, coordination structures, and the mandates of donors, UN agencies, and NGOsAbility to live and work under precarious environmentComplete familiarity with Project Cycle ManagementKnowledge and experiences of budget preparation and managementProfound cross-cultural awareness and insight into health care issuesAbility to exercise sound judgment and make decisions independently following consultative processesExtremely flexible, and have the ability to cope with stressful situations and frustrationsAbility to relate to and motivate local staff effectivelyCreativity and the ability to work with limited resourcesTeam player and strong communication skills, both oral and writtenProficient in computer applications, especially with MS Word and MS Excel, MS PowerPoint a plus
Preferred
• Work experiences in South Sudan or regional experiences,
• High level of communication and public relations skillsHow to apply:

See details and apply at ttps://cr.internationalmedicalcorps.org/ReqMain.aspx?req=14-301

Email Job ID: #649093 Career categories: Management Country: South Sudan City: Maban Organisation: International Medical Corps Job years of experience: 5-10 years Job type: Job HomeUpdatesCountriesDisastersTopicsOrganizationsJobsTraining About Us Help ReliefWeb Informing humanitarians worldwide. A service provided by

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