HI :

Outraged by the injustice faced by people with disabilities and vulnerable populations, we aspire to a world of solidarity and inclusion, enriched by our differences, where everyone can live in dignity.

Handicap International is changing his name and becomes « Humanity & Inclusion ». HI, Humanity & Inclusion is an independent and impartial aid and development organisation with no religious or political affiliations operating in situations of poverty and exclusion, conflict and disaster. We work alongside people with disabilities and vulnerable people to help meet their essential needs, improve their living conditions and promote respect for their dignity and fundamental rights.

HI has offices in 63 countries; for further information about the association: www.hi.org.

Mission context :

HI has been operating in South Sudan since 2006, implementing humanitarian and development actions aimed at promoting the rights, safety and quality of life of vulnerable populations, particularly persons with disabilities, mental health problems and functional limitations across the country. HIs current portfolio adopts an integrated and multi-sectoral approach which includes interventions centred on MHPSS, Protection, Functional Rehabilitation and livelihoods with disability inclusion a cross-cutting theme across all programmes. In 2020, HI will continue to implement interventions in these areas, whilst transitioning to post-emergency and recovery programming.

At present the total mission portfolio is approximatively 5 million euros. The main donors of the mission are DFID, ECHO, UNHCR, SSHF, Luxembourg Ministry of Foreign Affairs, French Ministry of Foreign Affairs/CDC. The mission currently employs 15 international and 106 national staff, working from the coordination office in Juba, field offices in Yei, Torit, Yambio and a mobile response team covering multiple locations across the country. HI is intending to expand to former Unity State to address the humanitarian needs of the population in the coming year.

Description of the position :

The project seeks to improve the resilience of the most vulnerable individuals, families and communities through access to community based Mental Health and Psychosocial Support interventions and inclusive humanitarian assistance in South Sudan. It will do this by addressing two urgent needs in South Sudan: the Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) needs of local communities, including Gender Based Violence (GBV) survivors, in three locations (Yei State in Yei County, Imatong State in Torit Country, Gbudwe State in Yambio County) and the needs of humanitarian stakeholders to become more disability inclusive in the design, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of their humanitarian strategies and programs.

The project manager will have overall responsibility for delivering the DFID-funded HARISS project, based in Juba with regular travel to field locations to supervise staff, project activities and conduct coordination in Yei, Torit, and Yambio. He/her will be responsible for day-to-day project management and monitoring of the project delivery, budget and HR administrative tasks. He/her will have a dedicated team that will support in the identification, assessment, referral and implementation of direct services to person with specific needs within the project sites.

Main responsabilities of the expatriate :

1. Project implementation, planning and analysis ;
2. Ensure project quality ;
3. HR management and administration ;
4. Coordination and Representation ;
5. Logistics, Procurement, Safety and Security.

The complete Job description will be shared with short-listed candidates.

Profile sought :

Education : University degree in relevant field such as development studies, international cooperation, social sciences or human rights law (bachelors as a minimum).

Experience :

• At least 3 years’ experience in project cycle management, including budget management, administration and logistics ;
• At least 3 years’ experience managing complex humanitarian and/or development response efforts ;
• Experience of coordinating project activities and staff teams across multiple locations ;
• Experience and knowledge of following programme areas: Mental Health & Psycho-Social Support, Disability Inclusion, Protection, Rehabilitation and Emergency response is an asset ;
• Demonstrated experience and ability for rapid, accurate context and needs-based analysis, strong decision-making, and translation of programmatic learning and priorities into response ;
• Demonstrated experience in evidence-based monitoring and evaluation standards ;
• Demonstrated successful leadership experience managing a multi-disciplinary team and cross-cultural dynamics ;
• Experience with different donors programming and reporting: DFID, ECHO, CHF and UN ;
• Prior experience utilising participatory and inclusive research methodologies is an asset ;
• Proven skill-set in professional context and needs-based analysis is an asset.

Skills :

• Proactive and flexible approach with strong organisational and planning skills ;
• Established capacity to deal with stressful situations, willingness to work in remote and isolated location ;
• Ability to respond to multiple priorities in a timely manner, producing high-quality outcomes ;
• Strong commitment to HIs vision, mission and core values ;
• Excellent communication skills in English (verbal and written) including the ability to write reports, to document good practices and lessons learnt, and write concept notes and proposal ;
• Arabic language is an asset ;
• Good sense of humour is an asset

Specificities of the position :

Security : 

Since the outbreak of violence in 2013, the security situation in South Sudan has been incredibly volatile. HI operates under security level 3 restrictions with restrictions of movement and a curfew in Juba.

Specific advisory and precautions are required to limit exposure to risks of HI staff and property.

Accessibility : 

Outside of the capital, road movement is heavily restricted, due to insecurity situation and poor road conditions. Internal flights operated by UNHAS and MAF connect Juba with major cities and key sites across the country for development and humanitarian activities. The rainy season severely limites movement from may/June to September/October, including internal flights, and severely hampers most road connections.

Accommodation :

The shared guesthouse is based in a central location in Juba, close to many embassies, NGO and UN premises. The accommodation is simple but comfortable. Each staff has his/her own self-contained room with air conditioning, kitchenette and bathroom, with power in night hours and weekends, internet, small gym and television. Juba offers some facilities including bars, restaurants, gyms, and swimming pools.

Job conditions :

• Starting date : 13/04/2020 ;
• Length of the contract : 12 months ;
• Salary from 2300€ gross/month depending on the experience of the candidate ;
• Per-diem : 529.92€ net/month ;
• Hardship allowance : 500€ net/month ;
• Insurances : medical health coverage, retirement planning, repatriation ;
• Paid holiday : 25 days per year ;
• R&R : every 8 weeks ;
• Status : position unaccompanied ;
• Accommodation : individual housing fully covered by HI.