IMPACT Initiatives Reach Assessment Officer Jobs in South Sudan

IMPACT Initiatives Reach Assessment Officer Jobs in South Sudan

Background on IMPACT and REACH

IMPACT Initiatives is a humanitarian international NGO, based in Geneva, Switzerland. The organisation manages several initiatives, including the REACH Initiative. This is a joint initiative of ACTED, IMPACT Initiatives and the UN Operational Satellite Applications Programme (UNOSAT).

REACH was created in 2010 to facilitate the development of information tools and products that enhance the capacity of aid actors to make evidence-based decisions in emergency, recovery and development contexts.

The IMPACT team comprises specialists in data collection, management and analysis, GIS and remote-sensing. For more information visit: www.impact-initiatives.org

Position:

REACH Assessment Officer

Contract duration:

6 months

Start date:

ASAP

Location:

Several bases in South Sudan

Position profile

IMPACT is seeking an experienced candidate with recent experience implementing traditional qualitative M+E, but who also possesses a strong understanding of beneficiary-centric qualitative approaches. The candidate should be able to live and operate in very basic field conditions for long periods of time.

Functions

Under the supervision of, and in close coordination with, the IMPACT Country Coordinator and IMPACT HQ in Geneva, the REACH Assessment Officer is responsible for the management and implementation of all aspects of assessments in country, including assessment planning, data collection and analysis.

He/she will also be responsible for related logistics, partner coordination, reporting and finance requirements and will be required to provide input to the strategic development of IMPACT in country and region.

Responsibilities

Design and Implement assessment methodology in coordination with the IMPACT Country

Coordinator, Country Assessment and GIS team, and IMPACT HQ in Geneva

Management of assessment field staff to ensure a smooth and timely implementation of activities;

Ensuring that assessment strategies are implemented in a structured and coherent manner in line with project and strategic objectives;

Coordinate and ensure timely data collection, analysis and, in partnership with GIS/DB team, mapping of datasets, ensure that all collected data are geo-referenced;

Works

closely with GIS/SB team in country.

Ensure the writing of timely and accurate assessment reports and factsheets;

Keep track of all projects and programmes assessment schedules and work with field staff to design and implement assessment procedures;

Supporting the development/revision of assessment / programme strategies, reports or new proposals;

In coordination with the Country

Coordinator external representation of IMPACT with Donors, Partners and the wider Aid

Community through clusters and sectoral working groups;

Coordinate timely and accurate reporting to IMPACT Headquarters.

Requirements

Excellent academic qualifications, including a Master degree in relevant discipline;

At least 1 year of relevant working experience in humanitarian settings;

Excellent analytical skills;

Excellent communication and drafting skills for effective reporting;

Excellent team management skills;

Ability to operate in a cross-cultural environment requiring flexibility;

Familiarity with the aid system, and understanding of donor and governmental requirements;

Prior knowledge of the region an asset;

Fluency in English required;

Ability to operation Microsoft Word, Excel and Project Management Software;

Ability to operate SPSS, related statistical programming, and/ or GIS an asset;

High level of autonomy and willingness to spend time in deep field locations away from IMPACT/ ACTED support;

A good sense of humour about bugs and bucket showers required;

Ability to work independently.
Conditions

Salary defined by the IMPACT salary grid; educational level, expertise, hardship, security, and performance are considered for pay bonus

Additional monthly living allowance

Free food and lodging provided at the organisation’s guesthouse/or housing allowance (depending on contract length and country of assignment)

Transportation costs covered, including additional return ticket + luggage allowance

Provision of medical, life, and repatriation insurance + retirement package

How to Apply

Interested candidates should apply online by 23 November 2018

Please send, in English, your cover letter, CV and three references to jobs@impact-initiatives.org

Ref: 18/SSD/AO02

Please indicate the reference in the subject line of your email.

For more information and job application details, see; IMPACT Initiatives Reach Assessment Officer Jobs in South Sudan

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