Avis de recrutement d’un superviseur de district LNGB, Kenema, Sierra Leone
Requête nº: req19730
Intitulé de poste : LNGB District Supervisor
Secteur d’activité : Éducation
Type de contrat : Régulier
Taux d’occupation : Plein temps
Ouvert aux expatriés : Non
Lieu de travail : Kenema, Sierra Leone
Descriptif du poste :
The International Rescue Committee, one of the world’s largest humanitarian agencies, provides relief, rehabilitation and post-conflict reconstruction support to victims of natural disaster, oppression and violent conflict in 42 countries. The IRC has worked in Sierra Leone since 1999. The IRC currently programs across three core sectors 1) Health 2) Women and Girls’ Protection and Empowerment (WGPE), and 3) Education. The IRC is committed to supporting the Government of Sierra Leone in the strengthening of the country. We seek to build upon our programming experience and introduce new programs that are adaptive, collaborative and evidence-driven, leading to a more educated, safe, healthy and empowered Sierra Leone.
SCOPE OF WORK :
Building on this work over the years, the IRC in Sierra Leone developed a program framework, strategy and vision for 2016 – 2020. The country program has committed to ensuring that children, both in and out of school, have appropriate literacy, numeracy, social-emotional skills, and will work towards the reduction and elimination of barriers to ensure that girls are equally skilled and safe as boys. In line with this commitment, and in partnership with Concern International, Restless Development and BBC Media Action, the IRC will implement the four-year EAGER (Every Adolescent Girl Empowered and Resilient) Program which targets out-of-school girls and aims to ensure they have significantly improved learning outcomes and transition to education, training or employment. Upon completion of the learning program, girls will receive one-on-one mentorship to develop their individual transition plans.
Job Overview/Summary :
The LNGB District Supervisor will work under the direct supervision of the Senior LNGB Program Manager. S/he will assume responsibility for overall coordination and management of LNGB Program activities, funds and resources, and operations in the site of Kenema. This includes direct management of seven (7) Basic Literacy and Numeracy (BLN) officers, as well as seven (7) Life Skills (LS) officers based in this District. Moreover, s/he will be responsible for coordination with IRC’s other programs and representation of the LNGB program in external meetings and related events at the District Level.
Areas of responsibilities :
Technical supervision and program management :
Overall coordination of LNGB Program activities in Kenema in line with the Program’s implementation plans and objectives, under the supervision and guidance of the Education Coordinator. This includes but is not limited to :
- Assist with developing monthly implementation plans and forecasting in the District of Kenema ensuring they are adapted to the site level and in accordance with the Program workplan, as well as implement any adjustment as required based on Program’s needs ;
- Monitoring : work closely with the M&E officer to ensure regular monitoring is carried out at the District level.
This includes but is not limited to :
- Assist the M&E manager to implement the M&E plan at the District level as needed. This includes providing all logistic and technical support as required by the M&E team to carry out Endline evaluations at the District level ;
- Work closely with BLN and LS officers to assist with the roll-out of the BLN and Life Skills earning programs in the District, working in close collaboration with adolescent girls, families and the overall community; this includes ensuring that sessions are planned to meet adolescents girls specific needs ;
- Assist with identifying and establishing/rehabilitating safe spaces in the District to host BLN and LS learning programs, in close collaboration with adolescent girls, families and the overall community ;
- Ensure that all Program-identified/established safe spaces in the District are equipped with learning and teaching materials and these are well maintained and stored; this includes supervising LS and BLN officers and making sure they have accurate inventory of materials ;
- Closely supervise the BLN and LS officers to ensure that materials are used properly by BLN facilitators and mentors ;
- Closely supervise the BLN and LS officers to ensure BLN and LS curriculum-related activity schedule and spending is on track and aligned to the agreed Program work plan and spending plan ;
- Under the guidance of the Senior LNGB Program Manager, closely supervise and assist BLN and LS officers with identifying and recruiting BLN facilitators and mentors ;
- Under the guidance of the Senior LNGB Program Manager, assist with planning and organization of BLN and LS trainings of BLN and LS officers, as well as with cascading these trainings to mentors and BLN facilitators in the District ;
- Closely supervise BLN and LS officers to ensure individualized support and mentoring is provided to adolescent girls completing the BLN and LS learning programs, including the provision of small cash transer to implement individual transition plan, in line with the IRC policy and procedures ;
- Takethe lead in planning, organizing and preparing the cash and in-kind distributions that are planned for girls after the end of the learning sessions, and work closely with Officers, M&E and Finance teams to ensure coordinated and efficient distribution plans ;
- Proactively assist with the planning, organization and monitoring of all community sensitization activities at the District level, ensuring that all logistic and operational support is in place ;
- With support from the M&E officer, ensure that District program data are regularly updated and submitted to the District data clerk and feedback is relayed to the M&E Manager as appropriate ;
- Ensure that the District team gathers, collates, and submits all required data on program activities as relevant and required ;
- Ensure that field monitoring is carried out regularly and in line with the M&E plan. This includes supporting the preparation of and participating in donor’s monitoring visits, as required by the Senior LNGB Program Manager ;
- Reporting: compile and submit to the Senior LNGB Program Manager all monthly and quarterly reports with regards to the Program implementation in the District, cash projections, and any other required updates, reports and information, as requested and required by the IRC office and/or LNGB Program. This includes both financial and program related information.
Financial management: with support from finance, logistics, and administration units, oversee all Program financial activities at the District level, such as :
- Limited signatory/approval authority for all LNGB transactions and activities at that site ;
- Monitoring Program budget and burn rate in line with available financial resources, program objectives and implementation plans in that District, and liaise promptly with the Senior LNGB Program Manager to provide regular updates and flag any anticipated challenge ;
- Lead on all Program-related procurements, including submission of PRs for program activities, purchase of supplies, maintenance and repairs, and related expenses ;
- Ensure that all Program advances are liquidated properly, in line with IRC policies and procedures, and with required supporting documents ;
- Under the guidance and supervision of the Senior LNGB Program Manager, submit monthly cash forecasts to the finance department in the District ;
- Help ensure all LNGB staff in the District are familiar with and adhere to all financial & procurement policies and procedures applicable to that District.
Human resources management :
- Liaise with the HR/admin units to ensure all required administrative procedures and paperwork is completed for all LNGB staff, such as time sheets, leave planning, contractual issues, etc. Ensure all staff are informed on all IRC policies and procedures and kept updated of any changes ;
- Address any specific staff performance and/or disciplinary issues as they arise, seeking help and guidance from the Senior LNGB Program Manager where appropriate; this includes ensuring that all staff is mindful of and rigorously adhere to Do Not Harm and Child Safeguarding principles and requirements, as per the IRC and donor’s policies ;
- Support the Senior LNGB Manager and District office to ensure that all LNGB staff adhere to all security protocols and procedures, and report incidents in a timely and accurate manner.
External Representation :
- Serve as the main LNGB focal person for external relationships with both government and non-government stakeholders at the District level (with support from the Field Coordinator/Manager). This includes attending meetings and special events; maintaining external relationships, regular communications and information-sharing; helping to support referral systems; supporting the Education Working Team ;
- Serve as a key focal person for arranging support for all LNGB program-related visitors to the District ;
- With support from the Field Coordinator/Manager, serve as a key focal person for engaging with the media at the District, ensuring oversight of all radio/TV programs, messages, etc.
Profil :
- Diploma, preferably in Education, or social work, social services, community development or related fields ;
- At least 2-3 years experience in implementation of Education and Gender programming and/or service ;
- At least 1-2 years experience in basic administrative, logistical, and financial management, including basic budgeting, resource management, and procurement processes ;
- Ability to plan in advance and maintain an organized working style, yet able to handle new events and situations effectively as they arise. Able to work calmly and lead teams successfully in stressful and sometimes chaotic situations ;
- Able to work independently, multi-task, and take initiative, but also able to delegate responsibilities, harness team efforts, and ask for help as needed ;
- Strong communication skills and ability to engage positively with a wide range of diverse groups and stakeholders at multiple levels, ranging from community groups to government agencies ;
- Able to build a team environment, empowering employees by effective delegation, motivating, rewards and manages conflict with employees as appropriate ;
- Able to manage and coordinate financial/procurement transactions and other operational and administrative procedures in line with organizational policies, as applicable. Able to manage resources effectively and efficiently ;
- Excellent English speaking and writing skills; able to prepare reports and other required program documentation in a timely manner ;
- Proficient in MS Office.
Preferred Qualities :
- Women are strongly encouraged to apply ;
- Experience working in education programs and in rural settings.
