Economic Analyst Jobs - Khartoum Sudan

<p>Vacancy No: 0022<br>Section/Unit: Program Department<br>Supervisor: Project Manager<br>No. of Post: 1<br>Duty Station: Khartoum<br>Duration: 6 Months<br>Closing Date: 21 August 2026</p><h4>Background</h4><p>The Food Security and Livelihoods (FSL) Officer will be responsible for the planning, coordination, implementation, monitoring, and reporting of Food Security and Livelihoods interventions under the UNDP-funded project. The position will support the restoration and strengthening of livelihoods, enhance food security, promote sustainable income-generating opportunities, and contribute to community resilience among vulnerable populations, including returnees, internally displaced persons (IDPs), women, youth, and host communities.<br>The FSL Officer will work closely with government partners, local authorities, communities, and project staff to ensure the effective delivery of project activities and achievement of project objectives.</p><h4>Duties and responsibilities</h4><p>Project Implementation<br>Lead the implementation of Food Security and Livelihoods activities in accordance with approved project work plans.<br>Support the delivery of livelihood restoration, income-generating activities, agricultural support, vocational skills development, and resilience-building interventions.<br>Ensure project activities are implemented on time, within budget, and in compliance with donor and organizational requirements.<br>Conduct beneficiary targeting, registration, and verification processes.<br>Facilitate community consultations and participatory assessments.<br>2. Technical Support and Program Quality<br>Provide technical guidance on food security, livelihoods, agriculture, small business development, and resilience programming.<br>Ensure interventions are responsive to the needs of vulnerable households.<br>Support market assessments, value chain analyses, and livelihood assessments.<br>Promote sustainable livelihood approaches and climate-resilient practices where applicable.<br>Ensure integration of gender, protection, disability inclusion, and accountability principles across all activities.<br>3. Stakeholder Coordination<br>Maintain effective working relationships with government institutions, HAC, local authorities, line ministries, community leaders, and implementing partners.<br>Coordinate with UN agencies, NGOs, and other stakeholders involved in FSL interventions.<br>Represent Human Appeal in relevant sector coordination meetings and technical forums as delegated by the Project Manager.<br>4. Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL)<br>Monitor project activities and track progress against indicators and targets.<br>Ensure timely and accurate collection of project data.<br>Conduct regular field monitoring visits and beneficiary follow-up.<br>Prepare activity reports, beneficiary databases, and success stories.<br>Support baseline, endline, post-distribution monitoring, and evaluation exercises.<br>Ensure accountability mechanisms and community feedback systems are functional.<br>5. Reporting and Documentation<br>Prepare weekly, monthly, and quarterly progress reports.<br>Document project achievements, challenges, lessons learned, and best practices.<br>Maintain accurate project records and supporting documentation.<br>Contribute to donor reports and project updates as required.<br>6. Capacity Building<br>Organize and facilitate training sessions for beneficiaries, community groups, cooperatives, and local partners.<br>Support the development of training materials and technical guidance documents.<br>Strengthen the capacities of community committees and livelihood groups to promote sustainability.<br>7. Compliance and Risk Management<br>Ensure project activities comply with UNDP requirements, Human Appeal policies, and Government regulations.<br>Identify implementation risks and recommend mitigation measures.<br>Ensure compliance with safeguarding, protection, accountability, and anti-fraud policies.</p><h4>Minimum Qualification, Skills and Experience Required</h4><p>Bachelor's degree in Food Security and Livelihoods (FSL), Agriculture, Agricultural Economics, Rural Development, Economics, Development Studies, Social Sciences, Natural Resource Management, or a related field.<br>Master's degree in a relevant discipline is an added advantage.<br>Experience<br>Minimum 3-5 years of relevant experience in Food Security and Livelihoods, resilience, recovery, agriculture, or economic development programs.<br>Experience working with NGOs, INGOs, UN agencies, or donor-funded projects.<br>Demonstrated experience in implementing livelihood recovery, agricultural support, vocational training, cash-based interventions, or economic empowerment programs.<br>Experience working with vulnerable populations, including IDPs, returnees, women, and host communities.<br>Familiarity with UNDP or other institutional donor requirements is highly desirable.<br>Technical Skills<br>Knowledge of food security and livelihoods programming.<br>Understanding of market systems and livelihood approaches.<br>Experience conducting community-based assessments and beneficiary targeting.<br>Strong data collection, analysis, and reporting skills.<br>Excellent facilitation and training skills.<br>Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and Word.<br>Experience using Kobo, ODK, or other digital data collection platforms is an advantage.<br>Languages<br>Fluency in spoken and written English.<br>Fluency in Arabic is required.<br>Core Competencies<br>Technical expertise in FSL programming<br>Results-oriented approach<br>Community engagement and mobilization<br>Planning and organizational skills<br>Problem-solving and analytical thinking<br>Communication and interpersonal skills<br>Teamwork and collaboration<br>Accountability and integrity<br>Cultural sensitivity and adaptability<br>Key Deliverables<br>Timely implementation of FSL activities.<br>Achievement of project targets and indicators.<br>Quality beneficiary targeting and monitoring.<br>Accurate and timely reporting.<br>Strengthened livelihoods and food security outcomes among targeted populations.<br>Effective coordination with stakeholders and community structures.</p><p>&nbsp; &nbsp;Human Appeal is committed to safeguarding, diversity, equity, and inclusion and encourages qualified candidates, including women and persons with disabilities, to apply. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>Safeguarding Risk Rating: 3<br>Section/Unit: Programs<br>Grade Level: 2<br>Supervisor: CVA Project Manager<br>No. of Post: 1<br>Duty Station: Kadugli<br>Closing Date: 30 Sept 2026</p><h4>Background</h4><h4>Program / Department Summary&nbsp;</h4><p>Mercy Corps (MC) Europe has been working in Sudan since 2009 with the goal of supporting the transition to a fair and lasting peace by implementing programs that promote long-term, sustainable development and contribute to secure, productive and just communities. MC Europe is facilitating recovery by addressing economic recovery needs and laying the groundwork for long-term development. MC Europe’s work in Sudan has three major components: Civil Society Development, Economic Recovery and Development and Humanitarian Assistance with activities that span many sectors including agriculture, market and livelihoods development, water/sanitation, capacity building, peace building, infrastructure rehabilitation, emergency distribution. MC Europe is committed to long-term programming in Sudan and faces numerous opportunities for expansion.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Mercy Corps is delivering multi-purpose cash assistance and protection programming in the Darfurs and Kordofans through the Cash Consortium of Sudan (CCS), funded by ECHO and FCDO alongside other humanitarian grants. The programme meets the urgent needs of conflict-affected and displaced people and host communities. It uses an integrated approach that links cash assistance with protection, health, nutrition and other services through a structured referral system, so that vulnerable individuals reach the support they need safely and on time.</p><h4>&nbsp;</h4><h4>General Position Summary&nbsp;</h4><p>The Referral and Protection Officer will be responsible for identifying vulnerable individuals and households, managing protection cases, and facilitating referrals to appropriate services, including <strong>Multipurpose Cash Assistance (MPCA)</strong>, health, nutrition, and specialized protection services. The officer will ensure referrals are conducted in a timely, safe, confidential, and survivor-centered manner in line with humanitarian protection principles.</p><p>The role will also support the integration of <strong>Protection Mainstreaming</strong> across program activities by promoting safe and equitable access to services, accountability, participation, confidentiality, and the prevention of harm. The officer will coordinate with health facilities, community structures, and service providers, maintain referral and case records, and conduct follow-up to ensure vulnerable individuals receive the support they need.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h4>Duties and responsibilities</h4><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ol><li><strong>Referral Coordination and Management:</strong><ul><li>Develop and maintain a network of service providers across health, nutrition, protection, GBV and cash (MPCA) services to enable safe and timely referrals for vulnerable individuals and households.</li><li>Coordinate and manage referrals between service providers and Mercy Corps cash (MPCA) and protection programming.</li><li>Ensure referral pathways are efficient, transparent, and accessible to all relevant stakeholders.</li></ul></li><li><strong>Case Management:</strong><ul><li>Maintain a comprehensive database of referred cases and monitor their progress through MPCA and protection services.</li><li>Conduct follow-ups with families and ensure they receive the necessary support and assistance.</li><li>Document and report on the outcomes of referrals and the impact of the assistance provided.</li></ul></li><li><strong>Communication and Collaboration:</strong><ul><li>Act as the primary liaison between primary health facilities, community organizations, and MPCA program staff.</li><li>Facilitate regular meetings and communication among stakeholders to ensure cohesive service delivery.</li><li>Advocate for the needs and rights of vulnerable individuals, including survivors of protection incidents, within the referral network.</li></ul></li><li><strong>Monitoring and Evaluation:</strong><ul><li>Monitor the effectiveness of referral processes and identify areas for improvement.</li><li>Collect and analyze data related to referrals and outcomes to inform program development and adjustments.</li><li>Prepare regular reports on referral activities and outcomes for internal and external stakeholders.</li></ul></li><li><strong>Training and Capacity Building:</strong><ul><li>Provide training and support to field staff and partners on referral pathways, safe identification and protection mainstreaming.</li><li>Develop and distribute informational materials about referral pathways and MPCA programs.</li></ul></li><li><strong>Compliance and Ethical Standards:</strong><ul><li>Ensure all referral activities comply with organizational policies, donor requirements, and relevant legal and ethical standards.</li><li>Maintain confidentiality and protect the privacy of all individuals and households involved in the referral process.</li></ul></li></ol><h4>Minimum Qualification, Skills and Experience Required</h4><h4>Knowledge and Experience&nbsp;</h4><ul><li><strong>Education:</strong><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Public Health, Nutrition, or a related field. Master’s degree preferred.</li></ul></li><li><strong>Experience:</strong><ul><li>Minimum of 3 years of experience in case management, social work, or a related field.</li><li>Experience working with malnourished children and familiarity with SAM and MAM.</li><li>Previous experience in humanitarian aid, cash assistance programs, or community outreach is highly desirable.</li></ul></li><li><strong>Skills:</strong><ul><li>Strong organizational and coordination skills.</li><li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.</li><li>Ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders.</li><li>Proficiency in data management and reporting.</li><li>Empathy and cultural sensitivity when working with vulnerable populations.</li></ul></li><li><strong>Other Requirements:</strong><ul><li>Ability to travel within the region as needed.</li><li>Fluency in Arabic and English.</li><li>Commitment to the mission and values of Mercy Corps.</li></ul></li></ul><h4>Success Factors&nbsp;</h4><h4>The successful Referral and Protection Officer will combine exceptional management skills and technical experience in running Cash Transfer Programs (CTP) in North Kordofan. S/he will have an outstanding ability to implement CTP programs. Prioritizing, problem solving, ability to seize opportunities, attention to detail and strategic vision are essential. S/he will also have proven experience with cross-cultural teams and capacity building. The most successful Mercy Corps staff members have a strong commitment to teamwork and accountability, and thrive in an evolving and changing environment while taking care of self and others.</h4><p><strong>Organizational Learning</strong></p><ul><li>As part of our commitment to organizational learning and in support of our understanding that learning organizations are more effective, efficient and relevant to the communities they serve, we expect all team members to commit 5% of their time to learning activities that benefit Mercy Corps as well as themselves.&nbsp;</li></ul><p><strong>Accountability to Partners</strong></p><ul><li>Mercy Corps team members are expected to support all efforts towards accountability, specifically&nbsp;<br>to our partners and to international standards guiding international relief and development work, while actively engaging participant communities as equal partners in the design, monitoring and evaluation of our field projects.</li></ul><p><strong>Safeguarding Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Actively learns about safeguarding and integrates it into their work, including safeguarding risks and mitigations related to their area of work</li></ul><p>&nbsp;</p><ul><li>Practices the values of Mercy Corps including respecting the dignity and well-being of participants and fellow team members</li><li>Encourages openness and communication in their team; encourages team members to submit reports if they have any concerns using reporting mechanisms e.g., Integrity Hotline and other options</li></ul><h4>Supervisory Responsibility</h4><p>None</p><h4>&nbsp;</h4><h4>Accountability&nbsp;</h4><p><strong>Reports Directly To: CVA Project Manager (CVA PM)</strong></p><p><strong>Works Directly With: National Protection Advisor (technical), Area Manager, Head of Based, Finance Department, Operations Department, Director of Programs</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Safeguarding &amp; Ethics</strong></p><p>Mercy Corps is committed to ensuring that all individuals we come into contact with through our work, whether team members, community members, program participants or others, are treated with respect and dignity. We are committed to the core principles regarding prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse laid out by the UN Secretary General and IASC and have signed on to the&nbsp;Interagency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme.&nbsp;By applying for this role an applicant confirms that&nbsp;they have not previously violated an employer’s sexual misconduct, sexual&nbsp;exploitation and abuse, child safeguarding or trafficking policy. We will not tolerate child abuse, sexual exploitation, abuse, or harassment by or of our team members. As part of our commitment to a safe and inclusive work environment, team members are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner, respect local laws and customs, and to adhere to&nbsp;Mercy Corps Code of Conduct Policies&nbsp;and values at all times. Team members are required to complete mandatory Code of Conduct e-learning courses upon hire and on an annual basis. As an applicant, if you witness or experience any form of sexual misconduct during the recruitment process, please report this to Mercy Corps Integrity Hotline&nbsp;(integrityhotline@mercycorps.org).</p><p><strong>EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY</strong></p><p>Mercy Corps is an equal opportunity employer that does not tolerate discrimination on any basis. We actively seek out diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and skills so that we can be collectively stronger and have sustained global impact.&nbsp;</p><p>We are committed to providing an environment of respect and psychological safety where equal employment opportunities are available to all. We do not engage in or tolerate discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, disability (including HIV/AIDS status), marital status, military veteran status or any other protected group in the locations where we work.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>LIVING CONDITIONS / ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS</strong></p><p>The position is based in Kadugli, South Kordofan State, Sudan</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Mercy Corps team members represent the agency both during and outside work hours when deployed in a field posting or on a visit/short term assignment to a field posting. Team members are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner and respect local laws, customs and MC's policies, procedures, and values at all times and in all in-country venues.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

<p>Section/Unit: Cash & Voucher Assistance<br>Grade Level: 9<br>Supervisor: Cash Program Manager<br>No. of Post: 1<br>Duty Station: Khartoum<br>Duration: 6 Months<br>Closing Date: 28 August 2026</p><h4>Background</h4><ol><li><strong>Job Summary:&nbsp;</strong></li></ol><p>The Cash Project Manager will be responsible for overseeing the Cash Transfer Programs under CARE International in Sudan’s response strategy. This position entails strategic leadership in the planning, execution, and monitoring of cash programs aimed at supporting vulnerable populations affected by conflict in Sudan. The Cash Project Manager will ensure the program's alignment with CARE's strategic objectives and donor requirements while promoting accountability, compliance, and high-quality implementation. The role demands close collaboration with internal teams, partners, stakeholders, and beneficiaries to maximize the impact of cash-based interventions.</p><h4>Duties and responsibilities</h4><p><strong>1- Program Strategy and Leadership:</strong></p><ul><li>Develop and lead the overall strategy for cash transfer programs, ensuring alignment with CARE’s humanitarian objectives and donor guidelines.&nbsp;</li><li>&nbsp;Provide strategic oversight and direction to program teams in the design, implementation, and scaling of cash-based interventions.&nbsp;</li><li>&nbsp;Foster innovation and continuous improvement in program delivery by integrating best practices and lessons learned.&nbsp;</li><li>Represent CARE International in high-level coordination meetings with donors, partners, and other stakeholders, advocating for effective cash assistance strategies.&nbsp;</li></ul><p><strong>2- Program Implementation and Management:</strong></p><ul><li>Lead the planning, coordination, and execution of cash transfer programs, ensuring that all activities are conducted in a timely, efficient, and transparent manner.&nbsp;</li><li>Oversee the beneficiary identification and registration processes, ensuring adherence to CARE’s targeting criteria and methodologies.&nbsp;</li><li>Ensure the effective management of program resources, including budgets, human resources, and logistics, in line with CARE’s policies and donor requirements.</li><li>&nbsp;Collaborate with sector leads within CARE to ensure integrated program delivery and maximization of impact.</li></ul><p><strong>3- Monitoring, Evaluation, and Reporting:</strong></p><ul><li>Develop and implement a comprehensive monitoring and evaluation framework to assess the effectiveness and impact of cash transfer programs.&nbsp;</li><li>Ensure the timely collection and analysis of data to inform program adjustments and decision-making.</li><li>Prepare and submit high-quality reports on program progress, challenges, and outcomes to CARE’s senior management and donors.&nbsp;</li><li>Lead the documentation of best practices, lessons learned, and success stories to enhance future program designs and proposals.</li></ul><p><strong>4.&nbsp;Capacity Building and Quality Assurance:</strong></p><ul><li>&nbsp;Identify capacity-building needs within the program team and local partners, providing training and support to enhance their skills in cash programming.&nbsp;</li><li>Ensure that all program activities comply with CARE’s quality standards, donor regulations, and international best practices.&nbsp;</li><li>Implement accountability mechanisms, including feedback and complaints systems, to ensure the program's responsiveness to beneficiaries' needs.</li></ul><p><strong>5.&nbsp;Compliance, Risk Management, and Accountability:</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee the implementation of compliance frameworks to ensure that all cash assistance activities adhere to CARE’s policies, donor requirements, and local laws.&nbsp;</li><li>Monitor and manage risks associated with cash programming, including fraud, security, and operational risks.</li><li>Ensure that all protection issues, including safeguarding concerns, are promptly reported and addressed in line with CARE’s protocols.&nbsp;</li></ul><p><strong>IV. Contacts and Key Relationships:</strong></p><ul><li>The position contact includes all CARE staff at field office and related local authorities, UN, NGOs and partners.</li></ul><p><strong>V. Working Conditions:</strong></p><ul><li>As stated in the terms of contract and the CARE HR manual.</li></ul><h4>Minimum Qualification, Skills and Experience Required</h4><p><strong>Required:</strong></p><ul><li>bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, such as economics, business, international development, humanitarian studies, or another related field.</li><li><strong>Desired:&nbsp;</strong></li><li>Master’s degree in a relevant field.</li><li>Certified in Project Management (e.g. PMD Pro) or equivalent combination of education and work experience is an asset.</li></ul><p><strong>Skills and Experience Required:</strong></p><ul><li>Minimum of <strong>6 years’ experience</strong> of working with NGOs in fragile and humanitarian settings with<strong> Minimum 4 years</strong> of experience in designing and implementing cash assistance in humanitarian settings.</li><li>Training in Cash and voucher assistance and market-based approaches (CALP, MERS, sectoral such as WASH, Health, Nutrition).</li><li>Training in gender.</li><li>Strong contextual knowledge of Sudan&nbsp;‐ social, cultural, and economic context, priorities, and constraints</li><li>Knowledge of the humanitarian program cycle, humanitarian coordination frameworks, and the general humanitarian funding landscape.</li><li>Commitment to equal opportunity and gender equality.</li><li>Demonstrated experience in integrating gender and diversity issues into programs.</li></ul><p> &nbsp;</p> <p> &nbsp;</p> <p> &nbsp;</p> <p> &nbsp;</p>

<p>Vacancy No: 02<br>Section/Unit: Program<br>Supervisor: Programmes Manager<br>No. of Post: 1<br>Duty Station: Khartoum<br>Duration: One year<br>Closing Date: 10 Oct 2026</p><h4>Background</h4><p>The <strong>FSL Projects Officer&nbsp;</strong>works under the direct supervision&nbsp;of the <strong>Program Manager</strong>, with functional collaboration from the <strong>Logistics Officer</strong>, <strong>Finance Officer</strong>, and <strong>MEAL&nbsp;</strong>teams.</p><p>He/she&nbsp;is&nbsp;responsible&nbsp;for&nbsp;supporting&nbsp;the&nbsp;planning,&nbsp;implementation,&nbsp;monitoring&nbsp;and&nbsp;reporting of SIF’s Food Security and Livelihoods (FSL) interventions, including emergency food assistance, seasonal&nbsp;distributions&nbsp;(Ramadan food&nbsp;baskets,&nbsp;Sacrifice meat&nbsp;distributions),&nbsp;and community-based livelihood activities. The FSL Projects Officer is&nbsp;the focal point for all&nbsp;ongoing FSL activities in the mission’s operational areas.</p><p>The role ensures that FSL activities are implemented in line with SIF procedures, donor requirements, humanitarian standards, and the needs of targeted communities</p><h4>Duties and responsibilities</h4><p><strong>Objective 1: Ensure Smooth Implementation of FSL Interventions</strong></p><p><br>• Support the planning, implementation and monitoring of all FSL activities at base level, as outlined in project action plans.<br>• Lead and follow up operational planning and implementation of Ramadan food basket distributions, including beneficiary targeting, distribution site preparation, coordination with stakeholders, documentation and post-distribution monitoring.<br>• Lead and follow up operational planning and implementation of Sacrifice meat distribution activities, including supplier coordination, quality control, beneficiary lists, distribution organization and reporting.<br>• Organize and support the running of FSL activities, ensuring quality, accountability and adherence to humanitarian principles.<br>• Support beneficiary identification, verification and selection processes with project officers, MEAL teams and community representatives.<br>• Actively participate in field assessments (needs assessments, market assessments, monitoring visits).<br>• Contribute to the identification of potential suppliers relevant to FSL interventions.<br>• Participate and support field staff during distribution processes, ensuring proper documentation and safe delivery.<br>• Conduct training and sensitization sessions for beneficiaries and stakeholders on FSL activities.<br>• Assist the Programmes Manager and Field Coordinator in preparing documents, forms and tools required for FSL implementation.<br>• Ensure the quality and quantity of materials provided to beneficiaries.<br>• Develop stakeholder mapping and conduct joint field monitoring with partners and authorities.<br>• Organize capacity-building events for stakeholders and staff.<br>• Ensure accountability, inclusion, safety and respect for humanitarian principles throughout all FSL activities.<br>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Objective 2: Coordination</strong><br>• Coordinate activities with local authorities, community leaders, partners, and other humanitarian actors to ensure harmonized implementation and avoid duplication.<br>• Maintain strong communication and information-sharing with implementing partners and stakeholders at field level.<br>• Participate in food security coordination mechanisms and clusters when required.<br>• Provide timely feedback and field updates to the Programmes Manager and Field Coordinator.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Objective 3: Monitoring, Documentation &amp; Reporting</strong><br>• Ensure timely submission of weekly and monthly progress updates.<br>• Maintain proper record-keeping of project activities in both hard and soft formats.<br>• Maintain accurate records of beneficiary lists, distribution documents, delivery notes, monitoring tools, supplier follow-up documents and other project files.<br>• Support data entry and database maintenance as needed.<br>• Prepare distribution reports, field visit reports, situation analyses and technical notes.<br>• Document community feedback and ensure concerns are referred through appropriate channels.<br>• Ensure compliance with SIF procedures, donor requirements and humanitarian standards in all reporting.<br>&nbsp;</p><h4>Minimum Qualification, Skills and Experience Required</h4><p><strong>Required Qualifications &amp; Experience</strong><br>• University degree (bachelor's in agriculture preferred) or relevant field such as food security, livelihoods, economics, development studies or humanitarian action.<br>• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in FSL project implementation, with strong knowledge of DRR and climate change adaptation strategies, especially in drought-affected contexts.<br>• Minimum 2 years of experience in emergency or humanitarian settings.<br>• Experience in international development and/or non-profit organizations.<br>• Experience in organizing food distributions, seasonal assistance (Ramadan, Sacrifice), cash or in-kind assistance is a strong asset.<br>• Experience writing reports in English.<br>• Strong computer skills: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, database management.<br><strong>Assets (Preferred Skills &amp; Knowledge)</strong><br>• Experience conducting rapid needs assessments, socio-economic surveys, baseline/endline assessments, KAP surveys, evaluations.<br>• Knowledge of PRA tools, project management cycle, SDGs, SPHERE standards, CHS, humanitarian principles.<br>• Experience maintaining beneficiary databases, distribution trackers and monitoring tools.<br><strong>Behavioral Competencies</strong><br>• Strong communication skills and ability to work both independently and as part of a team.<br>• Strong organisational ability and attention to detail.<br>• Ability to liaise with national authorities, NGOs and other agencies.<br>• Flexibility, adaptability and willingness to work in remote or uncertain environments.<br>• Ability to work with minimal supervision; proactive and self-motivated.<br>• Ability to engage respectfully with people at all levels with tact and diplomacy.<br>• Cultural sensitivity and strong interpersonal skills.<br>• Commitment to SIF values, humanitarian principles, accountability and safeguarding.<br><br>&nbsp;</p><p>Languages: Fluency in Arabic and English required.</p>

<p>Safeguarding Risk Rating: 3<br>Section/Unit: Programs<br>Grade Level: 2<br>Supervisor: CVA Coordinator<br>No. of Post: 1<br>Duty Station: Kadugli<br>Closing Date: 30 Sept 2026</p><h4>Background</h4><h2><strong>Program / Department / Summary</strong></h2><p>Mercy Corps (MC) Europe has been working in Sudan since 2009 with the goal of supporting the transition to a fair and lasting peace by implementing programs that promote long-term, sustainable development and contribute to secure, productive and just communities. MC Europe is facilitating recovery by addressing economic recovery needs and laying the groundwork for long-term development. MC Europe’s work in Sudan has three major components: Civil Society Development, Economic Recovery and Development and Humanitarian Assistance with activities that span many sectors including agriculture, market and livelihoods development, water/sanitation, capacity building, peace building, infrastructure rehabilitation, emergency distribution. MC Europe is committed to long-term programming in Sudan and faces numerous opportunities for expansion.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Mercy Corps is delivering multi-purpose cash assistance and protection programming in the Darfurs and Kordofans through the Cash Consortium of Sudan (CCS), funded by ECHO and FCDO alongside other humanitarian grants. The programme meets the urgent needs of conflict-affected and displaced people and host communities. It uses an integrated approach that links cash assistance with protection, health, nutrition and other services through a structured referral system, so that vulnerable individuals reach the support they need safely and on time.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h4><strong>The Position&nbsp;</strong>(General Position Summary)</h4><p>This position is responsible for understanding Sudan’s ever-changing implementation context and&nbsp;humanitarian coordination landscape, articulating Mercy Corps Sudan’’s vision for CVA programme&nbsp;design and development; serving as focal point on proposals with CVA components; supporting quality&nbsp;analysisand&nbsp;implementation&nbsp;for CVA; supporting evaluations and research; and helping manage&nbsp;partner relations at local level. This role will provide direct support to program teams,&nbsp;</p><h4>Duties and responsibilities</h4><h4><strong>Essential Responsibilities&nbsp;</strong></h4><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Program Management</strong></p><ul><li>Support to conduct&nbsp;operational&nbsp;diligence,&nbsp;feasibility,&nbsp;and&nbsp;risk&nbsp;assessments&nbsp;for&nbsp;pilots.</li><li>Fully&nbsp;own&nbsp;end-to-end&nbsp;design,planning,&nbsp;and&nbsp;execution&nbsp;of&nbsp;CVA&nbsp;projects,and&nbsp;coordinate&nbsp;with&nbsp;external&nbsp;and&nbsp;internal&nbsp;stakeholders&nbsp;to&nbsp;ensure&nbsp;successful&nbsp;end-to-end&nbsp;execution.</li><li>Support in the design&nbsp;and&nbsp;build&nbsp;operational&nbsp;models&nbsp;for&nbsp;new&nbsp;programs,&nbsp;including&nbsp;assessing&nbsp;trade-offs&nbsp;of&nbsp;different&nbsp;designdecisions&nbsp;(e.g.&nbsp;targeting,&nbsp;payments,&nbsp;customer&nbsp;service)</li><li>Support CVA Coordinator to manage&nbsp;partnerships&nbsp;with&nbsp;vendors,&nbsp;subgrantees/subcontractors&nbsp;and&nbsp;other&nbsp;externalparties&nbsp;to&nbsp;supportimplementation.</li><li>Support CVA coordinator to ensure&nbsp;program&nbsp;implementation&nbsp;is&nbsp;on&nbsp;time,&nbsp;on&nbsp;targetand&nbsp;on&nbsp;budget,&nbsp;using&nbsp;effective&nbsp;Mercy&nbsp;Corps&nbsp;(and&nbsp;other&nbsp;standard)&nbsp;program&nbsp;quality&nbsp;tools&nbsp;to&nbsp;achievethe&nbsp;desired&nbsp;impact.</li><li>Support CVA coordinator to ensure effective and transparent use of financial resources and timely, accurate and informative&nbsp;reporting&nbsp;in&nbsp;line&nbsp;with&nbsp;donor&nbsp;and&nbsp;Mercy&nbsp;Corps&nbsp;policies&nbsp;and&nbsp;procedures.</li><li>Support CVA coordinator to develop&nbsp;partnership&nbsp;frameworks,&nbsp;partner&nbsp;agreements/Memorandum&nbsp;of&nbsp;Understandings,&nbsp;and&nbsp;oversee&nbsp;partnercapacity&nbsp;building.</li><li>Support&nbsp;all&nbsp;donor&nbsp;reportingand&nbsp;communications&nbsp;and&nbsp;track&nbsp;major&nbsp;grant&nbsp;milestones&nbsp;deliverables,&nbsp;cost&nbsp;share&nbsp;requirements,&nbsp;and&nbsp;project&nbsp;burn&nbsp;rates</li><li>Support CVA coordinator to collaborate&nbsp;with&nbsp;the&nbsp;communications&nbsp;team&nbsp;to&nbsp;create&nbsp;content&nbsp;to&nbsp;drive&nbsp;donor&nbsp;conversations&nbsp;and&nbsp;position&nbsp;MC&nbsp;as&nbsp;a&nbsp;thought&nbsp;leaderin&nbsp;the&nbsp;cash&nbsp;space&nbsp;in&nbsp;Sudan.</li></ul><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Research, Learning and Impact (in close coordination with the PAQ unit)</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><ul><li>Work with Mercy Corps’ program and PaQ departments on the piloting, evidence-building, and&nbsp;growth&nbsp;of&nbsp;CVA,&nbsp;in&nbsp;line&nbsp;with&nbsp;the&nbsp;country'spriorities.</li><li>Leverage existing research and evidence pieces in shaping program design and improving&nbsp;impact,including&nbsp;through&nbsp;lessonsgleaned from on-going impact evaluations, reviews and&nbsp;partnerstudies.</li><li>Support the design and use of robust monitoring and evaluation frameworks across CVA,&nbsp;includingthrough&nbsp;the&nbsp;development&nbsp;of&nbsp;tools,&nbsp;surveysand&nbsp;methodologies&nbsp;to&nbsp;improve&nbsp;how&nbsp;outcomes&nbsp;are&nbsp;measured,&nbsp;in&nbsp;alignment&nbsp;with&nbsp;global&nbsp;industrystandards&nbsp;and&nbsp;best&nbsp;practices.</li><li>Support new and ongoing programs with best practice advice and assistance on assessment,&nbsp;implementation,&nbsp;research,and&nbsp;evaluation&nbsp;needs.</li><li>Support field teams to regularly conduct market analysis and Multisectoral Rapid Assessment&nbsp;within&nbsp;the&nbsp;framework&nbsp;of&nbsp;the&nbsp;CVA.</li><li>Support CVA coordinator to conduct assessments; write case studies, learning documents, short articles, and blogs; and&nbsp;develop&nbsp;internaland&nbsp;external&nbsp;dissemination&nbsp;plans&nbsp;for&nbsp;all&nbsp;products.</li></ul><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2><strong>Finance and Compliance Management</strong></h2><ul><li>Ensure compliance and transparent use of resources in line with donor and Mercy Corps&nbsp;policies.</li><li>Monitor and adherence to grant agreements, Mercy Corps’ policies and procedures and other&nbsp;relevant&nbsp;regulations,&nbsp;including&nbsp;those&nbsp;of&nbsp;the&nbsp;Government&nbsp;of&nbsp;Sudan.</li></ul><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2><strong>SAFEGUARDING RESPONSIBILITIES&nbsp;</strong></h2><ul><li>Actively learns about safeguarding and integrates it into their work, including safeguarding risks and mitigations related to their area of work.</li><li>Practices the values of Mercy Corps including respecting the dignity and well-being of participants and fellow team members.</li><li>Encourages openness and communication in their team; encourages team members to submit reports if they have any concerns using reporting mechanisms e.g., Integrity Hotline and other options.</li></ul><p>&nbsp;</p><h4><strong>Supervisory Responsibility</strong></h4><p>None</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h4>Minimum Qualification, Skills and Experience Required</h4><h4><strong>Minimum Qualification &amp; Transferable Skills&nbsp;</strong></h4><ul><li>Bachelor’s&nbsp;degree&nbsp;required.&nbsp;or&nbsp;equivalent&nbsp;in nutrition,&nbsp;international&nbsp;development,&nbsp;business,economics&nbsp;or&nbsp;relatedfield, M.A,&nbsp;M.S.,&nbsp;M.Sc is preferrable,</li><li>3&nbsp;+&nbsp;years&nbsp;workingin&nbsp;humanitarian&nbsp;responseand&nbsp;development.</li><li>2&nbsp;+&nbsp;years’&nbsp;direct&nbsp;experience&nbsp;in&nbsp;supporting CVA,&nbsp;Cash&nbsp;programming&nbsp;in&nbsp;the&nbsp;field,&nbsp;includingextensive&nbsp;field-based&nbsp;researchand&nbsp;market&nbsp;assessments.</li><li>Proven&nbsp;understanding&nbsp;ofand&nbsp;experience&nbsp;using&nbsp;CVA&nbsp;tools,&nbsp;indicators,&nbsp;and&nbsp;other&nbsp;best&nbsp;practices.</li><li>Previous&nbsp;experience&nbsp;managing&nbsp;cash&nbsp;transferprogramming&nbsp;and&nbsp;knowledgeof&nbsp;e-transfer&nbsp;mechanisms.</li><li>Previous&nbsp;experience&nbsp;building&nbsp;capacity&nbsp;of&nbsp;staff&nbsp;and&nbsp;local&nbsp;partners.</li><li>Ability to work in a collaborative spirit with other departments, in particular Procurement and&nbsp;Finance, to effectively support implementation of programs while staying compliant with donor&nbsp;and&nbsp;Mercy&nbsp;Corps&nbsp;regulations.</li><li>Advanced&nbsp;computerskills&nbsp;in&nbsp;MS&nbsp;Office&nbsp;programs,&nbsp;particularly&nbsp;Excel.</li><li>Effective&nbsp;verbaland&nbsp;written&nbsp;communication,&nbsp;multi-tasking,&nbsp;organizational&nbsp;and&nbsp;prioritization&nbsp;skills.</li><li>Excellent&nbsp;oral&nbsp;and&nbsp;written&nbsp;English&nbsp;skills&nbsp;required,&nbsp;Arabicfluency&nbsp;is&nbsp;an&nbsp;asset.</li><li>Knowledge of Sphere standards and other training in humanitarian response preferred.</li></ul><p>&nbsp;</p><h4><strong>Success Factors&nbsp;</strong></h4><p>Define the specific behavior and attitudes critical to success in the position at time of hire and as it develops over time in <strong>paragraph form</strong> (soft skills).</p><h4><strong>Accountability</strong></h4><p><strong>Reports&nbsp;Directly&nbsp;To:&nbsp;</strong>CVA Coordinator</p><p><strong>Works&nbsp;DirectlyWith:&nbsp;</strong>CVA team and other program teams,<strong>&nbsp;</strong>PAQ&nbsp;Unit,&nbsp;membersof&nbsp;Operations and procurement,&nbsp;Programdepartments,&nbsp;finance dept, (Cash&nbsp;and&nbsp;voucher Advisors);</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h4><strong>Accountability to Participants and Stakeholders</strong></h4><p>Mercy Corps team members are expected to support all efforts toward accountability, specifically to our program participants, community partners, other stakeholders, and to international standards guiding international relief and development work. We are committed to actively engaging communities as equal partners in the design, monitoring and evaluation of our field projects.</p><h2>Living&nbsp;Conditions&nbsp;/&nbsp;Environmental&nbsp;Conditions</h2><p>The position is based in Kadugli&nbsp;and it requires&nbsp;to travel to support country programs, which may include&nbsp;travelto&nbsp;insecure&nbsp;locations&nbsp;where&nbsp;freedom&nbsp;of&nbsp;movement&nbsp;is&nbsp;limited&nbsp;and&nbsp;areas&nbsp;where&nbsp;amenities are limited.&nbsp;Housing for this role is in individual housing and staff will have access to good medical services and the living situation is of a high standard.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2>Ongoing Learning</h2><p>In support of our belief that learning organizations are more effective, efficient and relevant to the communities&nbsp;we&nbsp;serve,&nbsp;we&nbsp;empower&nbsp;all&nbsp;team&nbsp;membersto&nbsp;dedicate&nbsp;5%&nbsp;of&nbsp;their&nbsp;time&nbsp;to&nbsp;learning&nbsp;activities that further their personal and/or professional growth and development</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2>Team&nbsp;Efficiency&nbsp;and&nbsp;Effectiveness</h2><p>Achieving our mission starts with how we build our team and collaborate. By bringing together individuals with a variety of experiences, backgrounds, and perspectives, we strengthen our ability to solve complex challenges and drive innovation. We foster a culture of trust and respect, where every team&nbsp;member&nbsp;is&nbsp;valued&nbsp;for&nbsp;their&nbsp;contributions,&nbsp;empowered&nbsp;to&nbsp;reachtheir&nbsp;full&nbsp;potential,&nbsp;and&nbsp;motivated&nbsp;to do their best work.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p><p>We&nbsp;recognize&nbsp;that&nbsp;building&nbsp;a&nbsp;strong&nbsp;and&nbsp;effective&nbsp;team&nbsp;is&nbsp;an&nbsp;ongoing&nbsp;process,and&nbsp;we&nbsp;remain committed to learning, improving, and growing together.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2>Equal&nbsp;Employment&nbsp;Opportunity</h2><p>Mercy Corps is an equal opportunity employer that does not tolerate discrimination on any basis. We actively&nbsp;seek&nbsp;out&nbsp;differentbackgrounds,&nbsp;perspectives,&nbsp;and&nbsp;skills&nbsp;so&nbsp;that&nbsp;we&nbsp;can&nbsp;be&nbsp;collectively&nbsp;stronger and have sustained global impact.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>We are committed to providing an environment of respect and psychological safety where equal employment opportunities are available to all. We do not engage in or tolerate discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, sexual orientation, national or ethnic&nbsp;origin,disability&nbsp;(including&nbsp;HIV/AIDSstatus),&nbsp;marital&nbsp;status,military&nbsp;veteran&nbsp;statusor&nbsp;any&nbsp;other protected group in the locations where we work.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h4><strong>Safeguarding &amp; Ethics</strong></h4><p>Mercy Corps is committed to ensuring that all individuals we come into contact with through our work, whether team members, community members, program participants or others, are treated with respect and dignity. We are committed to the core principles regarding prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse laid out by the UN Secretary General and IASC <strong>and have signed on to the&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.schr.info/the-misconduct-disclosure-scheme"><strong>Interagency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme</strong></a><strong>.</strong> We will not tolerate child abuse, sexual exploitation, abuse, or harassment by or of our team members. As part of our commitment to a safe and inclusive work environment, team members are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner, respect local laws and customs, and to adhere to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.mercycorps.org/who-we-are/ethics-policies">Mercy Corps Code of Conduct Policies</a> and values at all times. Team members are required to complete mandatory Code of Conduct elearning courses upon hire and on an annual basis.</p><p>As an applicant, if you witness or experience any form of sexual misconduct during the recruitment process, please report this to Mercy Corps Integrity Hotline (<a href="mailto:integrityhotline@mercycorps.org">integrityhotline@mercycorps.org</a>).</p>

<p>Section/Unit: Operations<br>Grade Level: 13<br>Supervisor: Education Manager<br>No. of Post: 1<br>Duty Station: Khartoum<br>Duration: 1 year with possibility<br>Closing Date: 27 August 2026</p><h4>Background</h4><p>The Education Officer (EiE) will support the effective design, implementation, and monitoring of Education in Emergencies interventions to restore and sustain safe, inclusive, and protective learning opportunities for crisis-affected children. The role contributes to improving access, retention, and learning outcomes while reducing protection risks such as child labor, early marriage, and exploitation. The position ensures alignment with project design, INEE Minimum Standards, World Vision education in emergency implementation standard, and integrated multi-sector responses, working closely with government, clusters, and communities. The position will also contribute to assessing the capacity of local partners, developing capacity development plans, and providing ongoing coaching and mentorship.</p><h4>Duties and responsibilities</h4><p><strong>1.Project Implementation:&nbsp;</strong></p><p>• Lead implementation of EiE activities including, school rehabilitation, and accelerated learning programs.&nbsp;</p><p>• Ensure integration of psychosocial support (PSS), SEL, and life skills into education programming. • Support the selection of incentive workers, training, and supervision.&nbsp;</p><p>• Distribute Teaching &amp; Learning Materials (TLMs) and school supplies.</p><p>• Ensure inclusion of vulnerable groups (girls, children with disabilities, IDPs/refugees)&nbsp;</p><p>• Support safe school reopening advocacy and coordination with stakeholders.&nbsp;</p><p>• Facilitate back-to-school campaigns and community mobilization. • Implement Accelerated Learning Programs (ALP)</p><p>• Organize remedial classes to address learning loss.&nbsp;</p><p>• Establish and strengthen child protection referral pathways in collaboration with protection sector and other stakeholders. • Facilitate community dialogues on safe education and protection risks.&nbsp;</p><p>• Support cash for education initiatives to reduce economic barriers.&nbsp;</p><p>• Promote inclusive education support for children with disabilities.&nbsp;</p><p>• Establish and strengthen gender clubs for life skills and protection awareness.&nbsp;</p><p>• Work closely with local partner, provide on time support and mentorship&nbsp;</p><p>• Follow up enrolment, attendance, drop out and retention&nbsp;</p><p>• Establish a system of reporting with local partner and regularly check plans and reports&nbsp;</p><p>• Support the establishment and strengthen of school base data record and keeping&nbsp;</p><p>• Work closely with respective school management and PTA to ensure efficient school improvement plan</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>2.Capacity Building &amp; Field Support&nbsp;</strong></p><p>✓ Train teachers and facilitators on:</p><p>&nbsp;• EiE, child-centered pedagogy, and inclusive education&nbsp;</p><p>• MHPSS (Mental Health and Psychosocial Support) and SEL&nbsp;</p><p>• Child safeguarding and protection&nbsp;</p><p>• Instructional planning&nbsp;</p><p>• Continuous assessment&nbsp;</p><p>• Strengthened capacity of teachers and education stakeholders.&nbsp;</p><p>• Improved quality of teaching and safe classroom practices.&nbsp;</p><p>• Improved planning and reporting&nbsp;</p><p>•Train school leaders, PTA members, and education officials on Education in Emergency. &nbsp;</p><p>•Provide mentoring, coaching, and supportive supervision.</p><p>•Regularly contact partner and conduct capacity need assessment, identify capacity gap and organize on job training.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Stakeholder and Communities Engagement:&nbsp;</strong></p><p>• Coordinate with Education Cluster, Locality education department, local partner schools, and PTAs.&nbsp;</p><p>• Strengthen community-based structures to support education access.&nbsp;</p><p>• Collaborate with Protection, WASH, Health, Nutrition, MPCA and FSL teams for integrated programming.&nbsp;</p><p>• Support EiE advocacy and coordination platforms</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Monitoring, Evaluation Evidence and Knowledge Management:&nbsp;</strong></p><p>• Prepare weekly, monthly and Quarter donor reports&nbsp;</p><p>• Develop weekly plan and support partner organization to regularly pan and report&nbsp;</p><p>• Monitor program performance using Kobo, indicator tracking tools, and WV systems. • Conduct joint monitoring visits with stakeholders&nbsp;</p><p>• Support assessments&nbsp;</p><p>• Ensure implementation of Accountability to Affected Populations (AAP) mechanisms.&nbsp;</p><p>• Document lessons learned, best practices, and case studies.&nbsp;</p><p>• Organize project review workshops&nbsp;</p><p>• Ensure appropriate data record and keep system in all targeted schools</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h4>Minimum Qualification, Skills and Experience Required</h4><p><strong>1.Required Education, training, license, registration, and/or Certification</strong><br>1.BA/BSc in Education, Educational Planning &amp; Management, or related field&nbsp;</p><p>2.Master’s degree is an advantage</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>2.Required Professional Experience</strong></p><p>1.Minimum 3–5 years of experience in education programming, preferably in emergency or humanitarian contexts&nbsp;</p><p>2.Experience in: ✓ EiE programming (ALP, PSS, CVA, remedial class)&nbsp;</p><p>3.Teacher training and community mobilization ✓ Protection mainstreaming (CPiE, safeguarding)&nbsp;</p><p>4.Familiarity with INEE Minimum Standards and cluster coordination systems&nbsp;</p><p>5.Strong experience in monitoring, reporting, and data management</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>3.Required Language(s)&nbsp;</strong></p><p>1. English (fluent)&nbsp;</p><p>2.Arabic (required)&nbsp;</p><p>3.Local language (advantage)</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>4.Required travel and/or work environment accommodations</strong></p><p>1.Based in project location with frequent travel to crisis-affected areas&nbsp;</p><p>2. Work in resource-constrained and insecure environments&nbsp;</p><p>3.Extended working hours during reporting and emergency response periods</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>5.Preferred Experience, Knowledge and/or Key Competencies</strong></p><ul><li>Be Safe and Resilient&nbsp;</li><li>Build Relationships&nbsp;</li><li>Learn and Develop&nbsp;</li><li>Partner and Collaborate&nbsp;</li><li>Deliver Results&nbsp;</li><li>Be Accountable&nbsp;</li><li>Improve and Innovate&nbsp;</li><li>Embrace Change&nbsp;</li><li>Demonstrated success and previous experience managing project across education, education in emergency projects. &nbsp;Experience in fragile, conflict-affected contexts&nbsp;</li><li>In-depth knowledge and previous experience of program quality standards, evidence-based approaches, and innovation in in problem solving during challenging situations to implement education interventions. &nbsp;</li><li>Familiarity with localisation frameworks, partnership models, and systems-strengthening approaches.&nbsp;</li><li>Applied knowledge of cross-cutting themes: gender equality, safeguarding, conflict sensitivity, faith and development, do no harm, social inclusion, and climate resilience.</li></ul>

<p>Vacancy No: 0023<br>Section/Unit: Program Department<br>Supervisor: Project Manager<br>No. of Post: 1<br>Duty Station: Khartoum<br>Duration: 6 Months<br>Closing Date: 21 August 2026</p><h4>Background</h4><p>The Project Manager will provide overall leadership, coordination, management, and technical oversight for the implementation of a UNDP-funded project. The role holder will ensure that project activities are delivered efficiently, on time, within budget, and in full compliance with UNDP requirements, Human Appeal policies, and Government of Sudan regulations.<br>The Project Manager will act as the primary focal point with UNDP, Humanitarian Aid Commission (HAC), line ministries, local authorities, implementing partners, and communities to ensure successful project implementation and achievement of project outcomes.</p><h4>Duties and responsibilities</h4><p>&nbsp;Project Management and Implementation<br>Lead the overall implementation of project activities in accordance with approved project documents, work plans, budgets, and timelines.<br>Develop detailed implementation plans and monitor progress against project targets and indicators.<br>Ensure timely achievement of project outputs, outcomes, and deliverables.<br>Oversee day-to-day project operations and ensure quality implementation.<br>Identify implementation challenges and develop appropriate mitigation measures.<br>Ensure adherence to UNDP regulations, Human Appeal procedures, and donor compliance requirements.<br>2. Donor Coordination and Partnership Management<br>Serve as the primary focal point for UNDP on project implementation matters.<br>Establish and maintain effective relationships with HAC, relevant government ministries, local authorities, UN agencies, NGOs, and community representatives.<br>Organize and participate in coordination meetings, project review meetings, monitoring visits, and donor briefings.<br>Ensure effective communication and information sharing among stakeholders.<br>3. Budget and Grant Management<br>Manage project budgets and expenditures in line with approved plans.<br>Monitor budget utilization and spending rates.<br>Review financial forecasts and expenditure plans.<br>Coordinate preparation and submission of financial documentation, including FACE forms and supporting documents.<br>Ensure compliance with donor financial requirements and Human Appeal policies.<br>4. Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL)<br>Ensure implementation of project monitoring and evaluation systems.<br>Track project indicators and measure progress against targets.<br>Review project data and ensure accuracy and quality of reporting.<br>Promote accountability mechanisms and beneficiary feedback systems.<br>Capture lessons learned and best practices for future programming.<br>5. Team Management and Capacity Building<br>Lead and supervise project staff and consultants.<br>Support recruitment, onboarding, and performance management.<br>Build team capacity and promote professional development.<br>Foster teamwork, collaboration, and accountability.<br>6. Reporting and Documentation<br>Prepare high-quality monthly, quarterly, interim, and final donor reports.<br>Ensure timely submission of narrative reports to UNDP and Human Appeal management.<br>Maintain accurate project records, files, and documentation.<br>Develop project success stories, case studies, presentations, and visibility materials.<br>7. Procurement and Logistics Oversight<br>Coordinate procurement planning and implementation.<br>Ensure procurement processes comply with Human Appeal and donor requirements.<br>Monitor project assets, inventory management, and equipment utilization.<br>Ensure timely delivery of goods, services, and works.<br>8. Risk Management and Compliance<br>Identify programmatic, operational, financial, and security risks.<br>Develop mitigation measures and monitor risk management plans.<br>Ensure compliance with safeguarding, fraud prevention, accountability, and protection policies.<br>Support project audits, evaluations, and monitoring missions.</p><h4>Minimum Qualification, Skills and Experience Required</h4><p>Master’s degree in Project Management, Development Studies, Food Security and Livelihoods (FSL), Social Sciences, Economics, International Development, Agriculture, Rural Development, or a related field.<br>A Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field with substantial and progressively responsible professional experience may be considered in lieu of an advanced degree.<br>Professional certification in Project Management (PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent) is an added advantage.<br>Experience<br>Minimum of 5-7 years of progressively responsible experience in managing humanitarian, recovery, resilience, or development projects.<br>Demonstrated experience in implementing Food Security and Livelihoods (FSL), livelihoods recovery, resilience-building, economic empowerment, agriculture, cash-based interventions, or community development projects funded by UN agencies or international donors.<br>Proven experience managing donor-funded projects, particularly those funded by UNDP, UN agencies, or other institutional donors.<br>Experience working with government ministries, HAC, local authorities, community structures, and vulnerable populations, including IDPs, returnees, and host communities.<br>Strong experience in project cycle management, grants management, donor reporting, budget oversight, and team leadership.<br>Skills and Competencies<br>Strong project cycle management skills.<br>Excellent leadership and team management abilities.<br>Strong budget management and financial monitoring skills.<br>Excellent report writing and communication skills in English.<br>Strong stakeholder engagement and negotiation skills.<br>Ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.<br>Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).<br>Languages<br>Fluency in English (written and spoken).<br>Fluency in Arabic is required.<br>Core Competencies<br>Leadership and Strategic Thinking<br>Results-Based Management<br>Partnership Building<br>Planning and Organizing<br>Accountability and Integrity<br>Problem Solving and Decision Making<br>Communication and Negotiation<br>Teamwork and Collaboration<br>Adaptability and Resilience<br>Expected Deliverables<br>Timely and successful implementation of project activities.<br>Achievement of project indicators and targets.<br>Full compliance with UNDP and Human Appeal requirements.<br>Quality and timely donor reporting.<br>Effective stakeholder coordination and engagement.<br>Efficient budget utilization and grant management.<br>Sustainable project outcomes and strengthened community resilience.<br>&nbsp;</p>

<p>Section/Unit: Medical<br>Grade Level: 11 (2723 USD/month gross salary)<br>Supervisor: Project Medical Referent<br>No. of Post: 1<br>Duty Station: Currently based in Karari locality, with potential work placements throughout Khartoum State (particularly Sharg Al Nil)<br>Duration: 6 months<br>Closing Date: 29 August 2026</p><h4>Background</h4><p>Médecins Sans Frontières – Switzerland (MSF-Swiss) is a medical, humanitarian, impartial and international non-profit organization. MSF provides exclusively humanitarian and medical assistance to populations in need, without discrimination on the basis of race, religion, philosophy, or politics and is independent of any political, religious, military or economic power.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>At MSF Switzerland, we are committed to an inclusive culture that supports and amplifies the diverse voices of our staff members. We strive to create workplaces where teams of people with diverse backgrounds, characteristics, perspectives, ideas, and experiences work together to advance MSF's social mission and create better outcomes for our patients and the communities we work with.</p><p>We understand that some people may hesitate to apply for employment if they don't meet all listed job requirements. Research shows that this is especially true for women. If you believe your profile is a good match for this position, we invite you to apply even if you don’t fulfil every listed qualification.&nbsp;</p><p>We encourage applications from individuals of all genders, ages, ethnicities, backgrounds, religions, beliefs, ability status, and all other diversity characteristics.&nbsp;</p><p>MSF does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of discrimination or harassment, including sexual harassment.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h4>Duties and responsibilities</h4><p><strong>Main Purpose of the position:</strong>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Defining, coordinating and monitoring the medical activities under his/her responsibility according to <strong>MSF</strong> protocols, standards and procedures in order to ensure the delivery of quality medical care for patients and their communities as well as to improve the health condition of the target population &nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Coordinating, assessing and supervising the proper functioning of the medical activities (HIV, TB STIs, SGBV, etc.), according to <strong>MSF</strong> protocols, standards and procedures and through the correct compilation and analysis of medical data regarding patients’ health conditions. &nbsp;</p><p>Participating in the definition of annual planning and budget for the project and in the follow up of the programs / project. Supervising and ensuring that medical activities objectives under his/her responsibility are achieved, reporting to the technical referent any problem arising in the service  &nbsp;</p><p>Checking all administrative procedures related to patients’ follow-up (individual card filling, registers, paper exit, discharge, transfers ...) are carried out correctly and according to <strong>MSF</strong> procedures.  &nbsp;</p><p>Ensuring efficient pharmacy management and monitoring the rational use of them. In coordination with the project biomedical service supervising the appropriate use of medical devices and anticipating future needs. Preparing the medical orders needed to implement the medical activities under his/her responsibility, and identifying and reporting to the line manager, non-medical support needs (material, infrastructure, transport, etc.) &nbsp;</p><p>Coordinating and monitoring the daily working plan of the team under his/her responsibility (absent personnel, vacations, tracking leaves ...). Participating in shifts and replaces a doctor, if necessary &nbsp;</p><p>Planning and supervising, in close coordination with the HR department, the associated processes (recruitment, training, performance evaluation, development and internal communication) of the staff under his/her responsibility in order to improve staff capabilities and to ensure both the sizing and the amount of knowledge required &nbsp;</p><p>Participating in the monthly reports according to guidelines (i.e. SitReps, medical statistical reports, etc.).&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Context Specific Responsibilities</strong>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Strategic Vision and Operational Planning</strong> &nbsp;</p><p>Contribute to the development and implementation of the medical operational strategy in line with project objectives. &nbsp;</p><p>Analyze epidemiological trends, healthcare needs, and contextual developments to guide medical priorities. &nbsp;</p><p>Participate in developing, monitoring, and revising annual medical plans, budgets, and activity frameworks. &nbsp;</p><p>Ensure medical activities are aligned with MSF/MoH protocols, national guidelines, and donor requirements. &nbsp;</p><p>Support emergency preparedness and response planning. &nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Medical Leadership and Technical Oversight</strong> &nbsp;</p><p>Lead the planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of all medical activities within the project. &nbsp;</p><p>Ensure adherence to MSF/MoH medical protocols, guidelines, and standards of care and provide regular feedback to the MOH staff (Doctors). &nbsp;</p><p>Monitor quality of clinical services and implement quality improvement initiatives. &nbsp;</p><p>Provide technical guidance to medical teams and support evidence-based decision-making. &nbsp;</p><p>Oversee the rational use of medical resources, pharmaceuticals/Rational prescriptions, and diagnostic services. &nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong> People Management and Development</strong> &nbsp;</p><p>Directly supervise and support medical team members under his/her responsibility (MSF Pediatrician and MDs, MoH staff “Pediatrician, MDs, Lab..etc”). &nbsp;</p><p>Define objectives, conduct regular performance reviews, and provide constructive feedback for MSF staff under his/her responsibility. &nbsp;</p><p>Identify training needs and support capacity-building initiatives in the hospital and PHCCs. &nbsp;</p><p>Promote staff development through coaching, mentoring, and on-the-job learning. &nbsp;</p><p>Foster a positive, inclusive, and respectful working environment. &nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Service Delivery and Quality Assurance</strong> &nbsp;</p><p>Ensure the availability and continuity of supported healthcare services. &nbsp;</p><p>Monitor key medical indicators and initiate corrective actions when needed. &nbsp;</p><p>Strengthening infection prevention and control measures, Promote patient safety and adherence to quality standards in all supported departments. &nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Continuity of Care</strong> &nbsp;</p><p>Serve as the focal point for referral pathways between outreach and hospital. &nbsp;</p><p>Ensure that referral SOP is in place to coordinate patient referrals to ensure timely access to appropriate levels of care. &nbsp;</p><p>Support continuity of care by facilitating effective patient transfers between supported hospital and other healthcare facilities. &nbsp;</p><p>Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to strengthen referral mechanisms and patient tracking. &nbsp;</p><p>Identify and address gaps in referral and follow-up processes to improve patient outcomes. &nbsp;</p><p>Monitor referral trends and contribute to the development of strategies to enhance continuity of care. &nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Monitoring, Evaluation, and Reporting</strong> &nbsp;</p><p>Ensure timely communication and escalation of critical issues, risks, and significant developments to the PMR, and support appropriate follow-up actions. &nbsp;</p><p>Monitor medical activities using agreed indicators and reporting tools. &nbsp;</p><p>Analyze medical data and prepare regular reports for project coordination in collaboration with other managers. &nbsp;</p><p>Ensure accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of medical reporting. &nbsp;</p><p>Support operational research, assessments, and evaluations when required. &nbsp;</p><p>Use data to identify gaps, trends, and opportunities for improvement. &nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Coordination and External Representation</strong> &nbsp;</p><p>Maintain effective collaboration with Ministry of Health representatives at facility-level and healthcare partners. &nbsp;</p><p>Participate and represent MSF in technical meetings and coordination forums when delegated. &nbsp;</p><p>Develop and maintain productive working relationships with referral facilities. &nbsp;</p><p>Effectively engage and coordinate with all MoH staff (Administrative and technical) to ensure effective implementation of medical activities. &nbsp;</p><p>Facilitate communication between project teams and coordination-level stakeholders. &nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Teamwork and Cooperation</strong> &nbsp;</p><p>Work closely with medical, logistics, HR, finance, and operational teams. &nbsp;</p><p>Encourage open communication and information sharing across departments. &nbsp;</p><p>Contribute to problem-solving through collaborative and solution-oriented approaches. &nbsp;</p><p>Support colleagues and foster a culture of mutual respect and accountability. &nbsp;</p><p>Participate actively in project and coordination meetings. &nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Service Agreements (SLAs)</strong> &nbsp;</p><p>Management and follow up laboratory and imaging service agreements with the hospitals. &nbsp;</p><p>Monitor service delivery to ensure timely, quality care for MSF-supported beneficiaries. &nbsp;</p><p>Ensure compliance with agreed terms, procedures, and pricing. &nbsp;</p><p>Coordinate with service providers to address challenges and improve service quality. &nbsp;</p><p>Review service utilization, performance, and related documentation. &nbsp;</p><p>Support the revision and renewal of service agreements and SOPs. &nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Compliance, Ethics, and Accountability</strong> &nbsp;</p><p>Ensure compliance with MSF policies, protocols, and ethical standards. &nbsp;</p><p>Promote confidentiality, patient dignity, and protection principles. &nbsp;</p><p>Ensure proper management of medical documentation and records. &nbsp;</p><p>Report incidents, risks, and safeguarding concerns according to established procedures. &nbsp;</p><p>Uphold humanitarian principles and MSF values in all professional interactions. &nbsp;</p><p> &nbsp;</p><p><strong>Emergency responses</strong> &nbsp;</p><p><strong> </strong>Support the medical team in implementation of emergency medical interventions in response to disease<strong> </strong>outbreaks, displacement, conflict, floods, and other humanitarian emergencies.  &nbsp;</p><p>Coordinate medical response activities with the emergency focal point for the medical activities’ effectiveness.  &nbsp;</p><p>Contribute to emergency preparedness and contingency planning with PMR and PMR support.  &nbsp;</p><p> Supervise and support medical teams to ensure effective service delivery in emergency settings.  &nbsp;</p><p>Strengthen emergency preparedness through staff training, simulation exercises, and regular review of emergency response plans in collaboration with the Focal point.  &nbsp;</p><p> Coordinate referrals and continuity of care for critically ill or injuries, especially in areas with limited access/PHCCs to health services.  &nbsp;</p><p>Support the integration of emergency health services with nutrition, mental health, reproductive health, and protection activities where appropriate.&nbsp;</p><h4>Minimum Qualification, Skills and Experience Required</h4><p><strong>Qualifications and requirements:</strong>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Education:&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p>Medical doctor or paramedical degree.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p>Desirable specialization or training in Tropical Medicine or related studies. &nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Experience:&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p>Essential 2-year working experience related to the diploma/degree&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p>Desirable: previous experience in MSF or other NGO&nbsp;</p><p>Language:&nbsp; Essential: Fluent Arabic and English.&nbsp;</p><p>Knowledge: Essential: computer literacy (word, excel, internet, other programs).&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>All applications should at the minimum include:&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Complete CV</strong>, detailing the applicant’s education, professional experience&nbsp;</p><p>Accurate <strong>contact information</strong> (candidate’s primary and secondary phone number)&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Cover letter</strong> detailing your motivation for this specific position&nbsp;</p><p>Copy of the <strong>National identification</strong> <strong>document</strong> (National Number/national ID/Passport)&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Copies of relevant diplomas and certificates</strong> mentioned in the CV&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Contact information of previous employer(s)</strong> and other references&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED</strong>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Applications for this position can exclusively be summited via Sudanjob.net. Candidates are required to fill a Google Form with their information and submit their documents via the same form to be considered.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The application deadline for this position is 29 August 2026 at 23:59. Any submissions after this deadline will not be considered.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Only short-listed candidates will be contacted by telephone</strong>. In this recruitment process, candidates will have to pass a written test and an interview.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><i>The protection of your personal data is important to MSF. By submitting your application, you consent to MSF using your data only for the recruitment process, to have all the necessary information and documents to proceed with the recruitment, validate your application, and select the most suitable candidate. Your data will be treated confidentially and will be destroyed after 12 months. Only those involved in the recruitment process have access to it. MSF does not sell your data under any circumstances.</i>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><i>At MSF Switzerland, we are committed to an inclusive culture that supports and amplifies the diverse voices of our staff members. We strive to create workplaces where teams of people with diverse backgrounds, characteristics, perspectives, ideas, and experiences work together to advance MSF's social mission and create better outcomes for our patients and the communities we work with. We understand that some people may hesitate to apply for employment if they don't meet all listed job requirements. Research shows that this is especially true for women. If you believe your profile is a good match for this position, we invite you to apply even if you don’t fulfil every listed qualification. We encourage applications from individuals of all genders, ages, ethnicities, backgrounds, religions, beliefs, ability status, and all other diversity characteristics. MSF does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of discrimination or harassment, including sexual harassment.&nbsp;</i></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p style="text-align: center;"> <iframe allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="165" scrolling="no" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/mXV8lTgETks" width="300"></iframe></p>

<p>Section/Unit: Security<br>Grade Level: E<br>Supervisor: Country Director<br>No. of Post: 1<br>Duty Station: Khartoum<br>Closing Date: 12 Sept 2026</p><h4>Background</h4><p>ROLE PROFILE</p><figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td>Title:</td><td colspan="3"><p>Safety and Access Manager</p><p>&nbsp;</p></td></tr><tr><td>Functional Area:</td><td colspan="3">&nbsp;Senior Management - Operations</td></tr><tr><td>Reports to:</td><td colspan="3">Country Director</td></tr><tr><td>Location:</td><td>Plan International Sudan’s Country Office</td><td>Travel required:</td><td>Frequent travel to all Plan International Program Areas</td></tr><tr><td>Effective Date:</td><td>1st Oct 2026</td><td>Grade:</td><td>E</td></tr></tbody></table></figure><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Role PURPOSE</strong></p><p>Plan International is an independent child rights and humanitarian organisation committed to children living a life free of poverty, violence and injustice. We actively unite children, communities and other people who share our mission to make positive lasting changes in children’s and young people’s lives. We support children to gain the skills, knowledge and confidence they need to claim their rights to a fulfilling life, today and in the future. We place a specific focus on girls and women, who are most often left behind. We have been building powerful partnerships for children for more than 75 years, and are now active in more than 70 countries.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>This position exists to lead and support the design and implementation of safety and security policies, procedures, and preventive measures, and effective management of related incidents by ensuring tools and resources are available to support staff, associates, and programme participants.&nbsp;The realisation of our global strategy 2023-2027 “All girls standing strong creating global change” requires the accurate identification, analysis, and mitigation of safety and security risks in order to facilitate access and safety for development and humanitarian programming and influencing in Sudan.&nbsp; Therefore, this role has oversight for Plan International Sudan’s Office safety and security and ensures operations are within acceptable risk levels.&nbsp;The incumbent manages security focal point persons in all operational locations, whose role encompasses both traditional INGO safety and security management as well as various liaison and negotiation tasks that are critical to operating in Sudan.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Dimensions of Role</strong></p><p>This role is line managed by the Country Director (CD), and supervises all staff designated with security and liaison responsibilities, some of whom are stationed in programme areas.&nbsp; The incumbent is a budget holder for all security plans, and is a member of the extended Country Leadership Team (eCLT) will work with the mission to ensure that organizational security and access policies and procedures are responsive to the context, adequate and known to staff and advise on humanitarian access processes and approaches in close coordination with program teams.</p><h4>Duties and responsibilities</h4><p><strong>Accountabilities:</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Safety and Security Management</strong></p><ul><li>Develop, update, and maintain a security management plan, Standard operating Procedures (SoPs), tools, and resources for effective management of safety, security and access risks</li><li>In line with risk assessment guidelines, lead regular strategic and operational security risk assessments, evaluations, and analysis with CLT and relevant teams, and advise contextual factors</li><li>Provide proactive advice, guidance, and support to the CD and CLT on safety and security mitigation measures and their implementation, in line with local and federal laws and regulations</li><li>Lead the development of the safety and security section of the fiscal annual plan and budget</li><li>Develop safety and security scenario plans for risk management and propose risk reduction measures</li><li>Ensuring that all Plan International Sudan offices are meeting minimum standards of compliance with the security policy and procedures e.g. to safeguard lives, premises, and assets</li><li>Foster a ‘security culture’ among staff to prioritise safety and ensure that they are working within an environment consistent with accepted minimum safety and security standards</li><li>Develop office site selection criteria, protocols and a system to document, to ensure that all sites are properly evaluated</li><li>Regularly visits sites with conspicuous safety and security concerns as needed and recommend continuous security improvement measures</li><li>Compile documentation on disaster-prone areas and ensure that programming staff are aware of necessary security mitigation measures</li><li>Analyse working environments by assessing the nature of the threats (UXOs, landmines) and vulnerabilities in relation to emergencies, programming, advocacy, and communication</li><li>Regularly test security equipment such as satellite phones, radios and other emergency devices</li><li>Ensure that security planning becomes an integral part of project design and delivery, and that project budgets include safety and security plans</li><li>Ensure that all incoming visitors to all operational offices receive a security information and briefing within 24 to 48 hours</li></ul><p><strong>Reporting and response</strong></p><ul><li>Report and implement recommendations and mitigation measures within agreed timelines</li><li>Establish and monitor a system to collect and update information as needed</li><li>Ensure that reportable incidents are reported and reviewed in CAMMS timely &amp; accurately, and communicated to the CD and CLT in accordance with policies and procedures</li><li>Serve as the point person for completing incident reports if necessary</li><li>Collaborate with the CD and CLT to develop response and follow-up measures</li><li>Provide timely and appropriate support to staff in the event of an incident or security situation</li><li>Refer staff to necessary medical and emotional support</li><li>Assist staff to file a police complaint and attend investigative meetings, court hearings or trials</li><li>Participate in the security and access surveys and advise the CD and CLT when security incidents occur</li><li>Conduct regular security trends analysis, monitor the environment continuously and share trends results and changes in risk assessments with staff and associates</li><li>Share alerts and notices e.g. travel warnings, about site-specific security concerns</li><li>Prepare and share weekly and monthly updates and reviews of incidents, trends and risk mitigation with CLT, staff and the regional security advisor</li><li>Monitor political, social, economic and military situation and identify trends relevant to security situation</li></ul><p><strong>Learning, Knowledge Management, Capacity Building</strong></p><ul><li>Develop and deliver capacity building safety and security training plans for all staff consistent with the assessed needs in their location and role, including on the application of SOPs, putting in place contingency measures etc, to ensure that they are aware of their personal and collective responsibilities</li><li>Makes recommendations to the CD for changes in training based on changes to the security environment</li><li>Ensure that all safety and security learning objectives are integrated in annual plans, and successful completion is documented, ensuring to provide CLT with figures per KPI reporting</li><li>Conduct frequent orientation or briefing sessions for staff, including on emergency preparedness</li><li>Undertake assessments of partner security management capacity and develop capacity building plans and proposals with them</li><li>Lead on lessons learned exercises following incidents or near misses, and ensure incorporation into future operations</li><li>Trains staff on the use of security and safety emergency equipment, including fire extinguishers, GPS equipment etc, to ensure proper handling</li><li>Ensure that office emergency drills are conducted regularly</li><li>Develop and organise safety and security resources such as manuals, handbooks, leaflets, pamphlets, slides, videos, and memos and share with staff</li><li>Contribute to Plan International’s global understanding and learning from practical and effective management</li><li>Review periodically experiences and practices and propose improvements based on analytical judgments</li></ul><p><strong>Managing Staff</strong></p><ul><li>Participate in hiring the right people with the right skills sets with responsibilities on Government liaison, and security and access</li><li>Ensure the team is correctly resourced and staffed, with clear professional development</li><li>Oversee objective setting, mentoring and performance management for the team</li><li>Train a back-up to assist with safety and security responsibilities during a crisis or when unavailable</li><li>Train the team on their roles and responsibilities for responding to and reporting of incidents</li></ul><p><strong>Crisis Management</strong></p><ul><li>Develop contingency plans and protocols for crisis response and management, and ensure routine testing and evaluation, e.g. drills and other measures</li><li>Develop and maintain plans for hibernation, suspension, and evacuation, and ensure service providers and critical resources are in place</li><li>Assist the People and Culture team in developing a medical evacuation plan, and to maintain staff emergency data, and proof of life forms</li><li>Ensure CLT is formed and trained in crisis management, and conduct regular refresher sessions</li><li>In the event of a critical incident, constitute the crisis management team</li><li>Ensure that an emergency communication system is in place to enable staff to communicate in a timely and effective manner in cases of emergency</li><li>Ensures GPS coordinates are maintained and kept up-to-date for all expatriate staff home locations</li><li>In a crisis, ensure staff are safe from imminent or serious threat, and take immediate action to remove them from danger</li><li>Ensure that plans are in place to enable post incident counselling to be offered to staff confronted to traumatic events</li><li>Maintain regular communication with the regional and global hub security teams for guidance when required</li><li>Conduct post-incident assessments to identify any ongoing threats or security concerns and mitigation strategies, and ensure recovery and operation continuity, e.g. alternate worksites</li></ul><p><strong>Representation, Stakeholder Engagement and Networking</strong></p><ul><li>Coordinate and share knowledge with the MEESA regional security advisor and peer security network including the global safety and security</li><li>Represent Plan International and serve as its primary safety and security contact with other actors in Sudan</li><li>Identify, analyse and manage key external relationships to facilitate access for Plan International’s programming</li><li>Foster relationships, and develop and maintain a contact list of key external security staff and local law enforcement that can be leveraged to obtain updates and information</li><li>Coordinate and maintain networks with the INGO Forum Security Sub-committee, UNDSS, and local security institutions</li><li>Participate in any inter-agency coordinated incident response system and contribute relevant security related information</li></ul><p><strong>Safeguarding and PSHEA</strong></p><p>Ensures that Plan International’s global policies for <strong>(Safeguarding Children and Young People</strong>), <strong>Prevention, Sexual Harassment, Exploitation and Abuse (PSHEA</strong>) and Gender Equality and Inclusion (GEI) are fully embedded in accordance with the principles and requirements of the policy, including relevant Implementation Standards and Guidelines as applicable to their area of responsibility. This includes, but is not limited to, ensuring staff and associates are aware of and understand their responsibilities under these policies and Plan International’s Code of Conduct (CoC), their relevance to their area of work, and that concerns are reported and managed in accordance with the appropriate procedures.&nbsp;Ensure staff understand Plan International’s commitment to driving a feminist agenda within the organisation and that the ambition for gender equality and gender transformative leadership is embedded in our value-based leadership framework</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Key relationships</p><p><strong>Internal</strong></p><ul><li>Liaison and Security Focal Point Persons</li><li>Regional Security Specialist</li><li>CLT members</li><li>Staff at all levels</li><li>Global Hub Security team</li></ul><p><strong>External</strong></p><ul><li>Embassy security officials, and local law enforcement agencies</li><li>Non-state actors (including combatants)</li><li>UN agency security focal points (i.e. WFP, UNICEF, UNOCHA, UNHCR)</li><li>Diplomatic corps and their security personnel</li><li>Local authorities and community leaders</li></ul><h4>Minimum Qualification, Skills and Experience Required</h4><p><strong>Technical expertise, Knowledge, and Skills</strong></p><p><strong>Expertise</strong></p><ul><li>Five (5) years’ deep experience in a similar job/ position such as humanitarian aid/ NGO Security Adviser/ Manager, including internationally, military, police or other background</li><li>Professional qualification in a security related field - university degree is strongly preferred</li><li>Demonstrable experience of leading a crisis management process, and localising safety and security plans</li><li>Experience in designing and delivering training for staff</li><li>Experience of working in hostile or disaster affected environments managing security</li><li>Experience in other areas of NGO operations, i.e. logistics, operations, technical sectors</li><li>Proven ability to undertake security risk assessments</li><li>Experience working in a cross-cultural environment</li><li>Experience in conducting participatory risk assessments and preparing situational context analysis</li></ul><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Knowledge</strong></p><ul><li>Clear understanding of security issues and trends in the humanitarian sector</li><li>Practical knowledge of tools, mechanisms, and procedures for personal and organisational security</li><li>Understanding of and commitment to the purpose and values of Plan International</li><li>In depth knowledge of security risk management and associated principles is essential&nbsp;</li><li>Knowledge of Humanitarian/ Human rights/ Refugee Law</li><li>Knowledge of the INGO sector and humanitarian codes of conduct e.g. Sphere, HAP and UN Sec General statement on Sexual Exploitation</li><li>Thorough understanding of the implementation of a security management framework</li><li>Understanding of major incident response mechanisms during crises</li></ul><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Skills</strong></p><ul><li>Stakeholder engagement within the humanitarian sector, or a clear network of personal contacts</li><li>Teamwork and strong influencing, negotiation, and representation skills</li><li>Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate clearly and sensitively at all levels</li><li>Self-motivated and able to work autonomously in a highly stressful and challenging environment, balancing between multiple competing priorities</li><li>Strong analytical skills in a changing security environment</li><li>Proven skills in concise and succinct report writing</li><li>Strong leadership and decision-making skills while working under pressure and with limited information</li><li>Proven skills to use technology and strong IT literacy</li><li>Fluent in English (written and spoken) and Arabic</li></ul><p>Intersted please send your application through : <a href="https://career5.successfactors.eu/sfcareer/jobreqcareerpvt?jobId=54874&amp;company=PlanInt&amp;st=349490CB33510AF8C9F049302C159BA2364667B1">https://career5.successfactors.eu/sfcareer/jobreqcareerpvt?jobId=54874&amp;company=PlanInt&amp;st=349490CB33510AF8C9F049302C159BA2364667B1</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Woman Encourage to apply&nbsp;</strong></p>