CESVI – Capo Progetto – Tunisia/Libia

Cesvi sta selezionando un/a Capo Progetto da inserire nella sua operatività in Tunisia/Libia. Durata 6 mesi. Scadenza candidature 16/08/2020

Capo Progetto (Education Focal Point) – Tunisia/Libia

Work Context

Cesvi is operating in Libya since 2011 as the first Italian NGO to take action, in the aftermath of the Arab Spring, through humanitarian projects in Cyrenaica and Tripolitania.

Nowadays Cesvi is one of leading NGOs in Libya, very active in the coordination of various sector working groups – in particular protection ones – with a diverse donors’ portfolio and serving all vulnerable target population.

In detail, Cesvi has been implementing programs supporting mixed migrants, IDPs and vulnerable host communities through service provision. This include center-based and outreach protection activities (including child protection and GBV), warehouse management, non-food distributions, awareness-raising activities, psychosocial support, referrals to external services, cash assistance, non-formal education

Current projects:

UNHCR: Protection and lifesaving assistance to refugees and asylum seekers (Tripoli)
UNICEF: Psychosocial support and remedial education for children of IDPs and refugees (Tripoli – MIsrata and Zwara)
EU Trust Fund: Strengthening protection and resilience of displaced populations (Misrata)

Job Description

The collaboration will start in September 2020.

The main duty station will be the Country Office in Tunis, with regular short missions to Tripoli, Misrata and Zwara (Libya) when security conditions allows it.

The Project Manager – Education is responsible for the overall management of UNICEF project in Tripoli, Misrata and Zwara in close coordination with the Child Protection Specialist dedicated to this project as well as other transversal roles supporting this project: Area Administrator, Operations Manager, Area Programme Managers, Meal and Technical Unit staff.

The Project Manager – Education works under the supervision of the Area Programme Manager Tripoli.

With the support of the Area Programme Manager Tripoli, s/he will be responsible for the management of the project:

1 – Ensure that project activities are implemented on time and according to the approved project documentation

Definition and implementation of project activities
Monitoring of project activities and identification of necessary amendments, in accordance with the HoM.
Coordination with project partners for the activities to be implemented; drafting of MoUs to be submitted to HQ for revision (Legal dept) and authorization of signature (desk officer)
Coordination with other PMs, for project implemented in the same area to avoid duplication and overlapping and promote synergy of intervention
Ensuring the correct filing of project documentation
Financial management, procurement procedures and purchases related to the assigned projects, in collaboration with the local administrator and under the supervision of the HQ accountants for the correct allocation of costs.
Management of project donors’ relations, in coordination with the HoM
Drafting of reports and submission of documentation to the donor (through the HQ) ensuring the achievement of the expected results foreseen in the project document for the related period
Ensure proper filling of project documents
Management of the relation with project’s stakeholders, involving the HoM when strategic for Cesvi work in the country
Contribute to the definition of the internal procedures manual
Efficient management of the office, goods and means
Coordination with HQ and HoM for visibility activities related to the assigned projects

2 – Human Resources management

Coordination of Cesvi and partner’s staff assigning specific tasks and objectives to ensure the achievement of the goal of the project, according to MoU provisions.
Local staff selection and training according to the project’s activities and in compliance with applicable procedures and safe recruitment procedure
Direct coordination of project’s staff in agreement with the HoM recommendations, ensuring alignment with administrative and security matters

3 – Implementation of Safeguarding policies –Adult at risk/Child Safeguarding/PSEA

Ensuring compliance with Cesvi Safeguarding Policies and full implementation of Safeguarding measures within his/her area of responsibility throughout the projects activities;
Local mapping on legal, social welfare and safeguarding/child protection arrangements and local pathways for referral;
Preliminary assessment of potential safeguarding risks and periodical review;
Development of project complaints and feedback mechanisms (PCFM) in accordance with Cesvi PCFM Guidelines
Development of adequate tool for communicating with children/adults at risk and communities on safeguarding risks and safeguarding concerns reporting mechanisms
Organization of adequate capacity building, training, mentoring and advice to project staff, partners, volunteers and other associates
Local staff behavior appraisal with relation to ethical and relevant standards

4 – Development of Cesvi presence in the country

Participation in sectorial clusters, sharing periodical update with HoM
Support in analysis and needs assessments for new projects
Contribute to Cesvi’s strategy on the field
In coordination with the HoM and the HQ, contribution to donors’ relations and promotion, through meeting and presentations of new donors’ acquisition, both through taking active part to forums and workshop and through direct organization of ad hoc meetings

With the support of the Technical Unit Coordinator s/he will be responsible for:

NFE programs planning, tools development, adaptation and implementation
Provide technical and management leadership on EiE program quality and strategy development
Support the M&E department in Education program monitoring and analysis
Technical support and planning during education needs assessment as needed
Contribute to the development of country Education strategic direction and plans
Support in rolling out and adopt tools, methodologies and standard procedures developed by the Education and CP sectors

Essential Requirements

University degree in International Relations, cooperation and development, education related studies
Master International Relations, cooperation and development, esucation related studies
Minimum 5 years’ project management experience in NGO environment, including experience directing and implementing programs in both protracted crisis and/or development contexts
Prior experience in needs assessments and project proposal writing
Prior experience in Libya (ideal) and/or other complex areas in the Maghreb or Middle East
Familiarity with the education and protection sectors
Solid knowledge of NGO procedures, approaches and operations
Knowledge of project cycle management
Ability to produce timely project proposals and high quality narrative reports
Knowledge of the main humanitarian / development donors, with particular reference to Unicef
Knowledge of effective financial and budgetary planning and control, especially under Unicef rules and regulation
Proven experience in personnel management and in capacity building of National/International staff
High level of IT skills (Office package)
Fluency in English (written and spoken)
Solid capacity in managing a variety of internal and external relationships, especially with partners, and acting effectively as an integration team member
Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
Strong communication and diplomatic skills
Strategic thinking and innovation
Self-motivated, able to take initiative, resilient and able to work independently.
Demonstrated attention to detail, ability to follow procedures, meet deadlines and work cooperatively
Capacity in networking and build effective partnerships with local stakeholders

Desirable Requirements

Experience in developing NFE curricula
Experience in teaching
Experience working in primary education – knowledge of early childhood development and working with out-of-school adolescents desirable
Experience in integrating Child Protection and Education programs
Knowledge of the EiE (education in emergency) sector standards and education methodologies
Experience in teacher and education personnel professional development through training, coaching and mentoring
Minimum standards for child protection in humanitarian action, Sphere standards etc
Familiarity with PSS (psychosocial) guidelines and approaches
Experience, preferably in EIE programs, with refugee, migrants and IDPs children and youth
Knowledge of Arabic and French

Safeguarding

Cesvi has a zero-tolerance approach to any harm to, or exploitation of, a child or a vulnerable adult by any of our staff, related persons or partners.
Cesvi commitment to being a safe organization begins with the staff recruitment process which includes meticulous checks, such as criminal records checks or check disclosure of previous convictions, to ensure children and vulnerable people are safeguarded and abuse is prevented. Safeguarding checks are part of the selection process performance.

Link: https://www.cesvi.org/jobs/project-manager-education-focal-point-tunisia-libya/