International Federation of Red Cross And Red Crescent Societies recrute: Ebola Preparedness Delegate - Accra

Description de l'offre : The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) is the world's largest humanitarian organization, with 189 member National Societies. As part of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement, our work is guided by seven fundamental principles; humanity, impartiality, neutrality, independence, voluntary service, unity and universality. Organizational Context The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) is the world's largest humanitarian network, reaching 150 million people each year through its 187 member National Societies. The Organisation acts before, during and after disasters and health emergences in order to meet the needs and improve the lives of vulnerable people. Our work is guided by seven fundamental principles (humanity, impartiality, neutrality, independence, voluntary service, unity and universality) and by Strategy 2020, which voices our collective vision and determination to move forward in tackling the major challenges that confront humanity in the present decade. Since early 2014, an outbreak of Ebola Virus Disease (EVD), unprecedented in both scale and spread has affected five West African Countries with more than 8,000 cases and more than 3,000 deaths. The IFRC is coordinating its response through the IFRC Ebola management unit in Conakry, Guinea which is overall responsible for all response and preparedness activity related to the outbreak. Job Purpose As part of the IFRC Ebola Management Unit, The Ebola Preparedness Delegate will support the head of Regional Ebola Operations in ensuring that National Societies in countries in risk of a spread of the current EVD outbreak have been receiving the necessary support from the IFRC to complement their public authorities in preventive measures and contingency planning. During the last six months of the outbreak, allocations from the IFRC DREF have supported more than 10 national societies for preparedness activities and substantial guidance has already been developed at global level. At this stage, these preparedness interventions have not yet been reviewed, and considering the constant evolution of the outbreak, the preparedness guidance need to remain flexible and frequently updated. A number of regional events for training of NS have been conducted or are being planned, ensuring that NS have the necessary knowledge of Ebola and the role of the movement in this outbreak. The Preparedness Delegate will ensure that all Ebola preparedness initiatives supported by the IFRC are implemented as effective and efficient as possible. Job Duties and Responsibilities • In coordination with the head of Regional Ebola Operation and the Disaster management Unit (DMU) for Africa, define and maintain criteria for allocation of preparedness grants from the IFRC Ebola preparedness fund • Based on risk analysis, provide recommendation on Ebola preparedness intervention areas and activities • Work directly with national societies at risk to develop country level preparedness planning, including requests for resources. • Participate in reviews of current IFRC Ebola preparedness operations • Provide NSs with technical advice to improve DM systems and structures; • Support NSs with advice and training on preparedness systems, including contingency planning for possible outbreaks; • Support surge training for RDRTs and potentially national level staff and volunteers • Work with IFRC regional representations to support regional preparedness initiatives • In coordination with logistics and health colleagues, plan and manage pre-positioning of Ebola response related materials. • Support for recovery planning process, including initial livelihoods and health recovery assessments and resulting programme planning and coordination Education University degree in relevant discipline (Disaster risk management, conflict management, development planning, disaster risk reduction, Humanitarian Affairs, etc.). Basic Delegates Training Course / IMPACT Experience 5 years experience of capacity and vulnerability assessment, management, evaluation and monitoring of programmes. 3 years experience of working for a humanitarian aid organisation in a developing country. Experience of producing narrative & financial reports. Experience of planning and managing a budget. Experience of managing & supporting staff. Experience of representation & liaison. Minimum of 3 years work experience with the Red Cross/Red Crescent Movement, and/or with a National Society. Minimum of 3 years experience in managing relations with donors and partners. Work experience with other international organisations, large NGOs and/or governmental development agencies. Knowledge, skills and languages Ability to work in a diverse cultural context. Strong knowledge of information sharing tools, and the ability to implement them. Highly organised and able to work independently and proactively, with ability to work in team. Overall understanding of budget and finance management. Demonstrated skill in analytical and strategic thinking. Skills in training and developing staff. Self-supporting in computers (Windows, spreadsheets, word-processing. Valid international driving licence (manual gears). Competencies and values National Society Relations Results Orientation Integrity Change Leadership Strategic Orientation Team Leadership Developing Organisation Capabilities Collaboration and Influencing Comments The Federation is an equal opportunity employer. How to apply: Vacancy No:IFRC00328 Apply https://fednet.ifrc.org/en/resources/support/hr/recruitment-process/curr...

Date d'expiration : 2014-11-04

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