2022-02-04

Forecast based Financing Manager (FBF) – Hargeisa, Somaliland

Hargeisa, Somaliland
Posted on February 4, 2022

SRCS

Forecast based Financing Manager (FBF) – Hargeisa, Somaliland

Advertisement of Forecast based Financing Manager.

SRCS Somaliland (Bisha Cas) is seeking a qualified candidate for the following position;

Job Title: FbF Manager

Grade: Band 6

Reporting to: DRM Director

Duty Station: Hargeisa -Coordination Office

Posting Date: 3^rd Feb-22.

Posting Expiry Date: 16^th Feb-22.

Contract Type : Fixed Term (One year of possible renewal)

Overall Job Purpose

The SRCS with technical and financial support from the German Red Cross (GRC) is implementing a Forecast based Financing (FbF) project focused on anticipating hazards and taking early/anticipatory actions. Utilizing weather forecasts and other metrics, the project aims to mitigate the impacts of forecast hazards on vulnerable target populations through the implementation of pre-agreed and pre-financed early/anticipatory actions. The Project Manager FbF with support from the GRC FbF Delegate and DRM Director will ensure the development of the Early Action Protocol (EAP) and undertake Project Cycle Management (i.e planning, implementation, monitoring, reporting, budget control etc.). He/She will provide oversight and technical support on all programme activities implemented. In doing so, he must adhere to SRCS and partner standards, policies and regulations and will assure the highest standards of service and accountability.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Technical Leadership, Programme Planning & Implementation

Coordinate and work closely with the DRM Director and the GRC FbF delegate to develop, implement, and monitor project activities.
Support the planning, designing, budgeting of project activities and being directly responsible for the overall implementation and management of the project.
Monitor and supervise technical interventions to ensure implementation according agreed standards and within the budget
Act as a SRCS focal point for overall FbF coordination: initiate, nurture and sustain coordination and collaboration with key stakeholders (including Government ministries and departments, UN agencies, I/NGOs, academia, and others).
Coordinate and work closely with the DRM Director, the GRC FbF delegate and FbF Technical advisor to develop the Early Action Protocol (EAP)
Work with the scientific and humanitarian community to identify context and hazard specific early actions that can be implemented before any disaster; based on the forecasts.
Work with relevant actors at relevant levels in implementing forecast-based actions to prevent and/or reduce loss of damage due to disasters.
Develop annual operational plan and budget and implement the plan as agreed with the partner.
Represent SRCS and the project in external meetings and workshops.
Effectively participate in coordination meetings, clusters and working groups
In close liaison with the DRM Director and the GRC FbF delegate, organize and facilitate trainings, workshops, and meetings at national and sub-national levels.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as required.

Finance and Administration:

Monitor and review project budget- prepare quarterly budget forecasts in consultation with the Disaster Risk Management Director and the Project Delegate and finance department.
Support and facilitate Project related procurements.

Human Resources:

Line manage Project staff and initiate recruitments with the HR department and the DRM Director and Head of Programs.
Identify training needs and provide training and coaching for staff and local counterparts.
Undertake staff appraisals with the guidance from the HR Department [if applicable].

Lateral relationships:

Establish and ensure effective working relationships with colleagues and partners.

Ensure effective working relationships with International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) and other Parner National Societies.

Operations Management

Ensure proper management finances allocated to programmes activities, support budget development and implementation, approve requisitions, review financial/audit reports in line with financial policy.
Participate in the recruitment and selection, performance management, including capacity development and team building of programme staff in collaboration with the HR department.
Ensure effective and efficient provision of procurement, logistics and ICT support necessary to facilitate the implementation of programme activities.

Strategic Partnerships & Donor Relationships

Develop and enhance relationships with strategic partners, donors, local authorities, and humanitarian actors to maximize support for humanitarian response.
Identify issues to be addressed to heighten donor and government support and maintain a positive image and good visibility for program funding.
Provide support to resource mobilization efforts as well as writing grant funding proposals to secure donor funding and ensure continuous implementation of humanitarian assistance.
Represent SRCS in relevant national conferences, seminars, workshops and meetings to conduct periodic review of program activities.
Perform other related duties as assigned by the SRSC Senior Management

Job Competencies

Demonstrating consistency in upholding integrity and ethics
Demonstrated knowledge and commitment to the fundamental principles of the Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement.
Understands and adheres to the SRCS Code of Conduct.
Respects and observes staff regulations and security rules at all times.
Represents the SRCS in a professional manner at all times.
Develops and maintains a pleasant and conducive working environment with colleagues and line managers.
Performs all duties with the highest level of confidentiality in the interest of the employees and the SRCS.
Consistently approaches work with energy and positive attitude
Remain calm, in control and good humored even under pressure;
Respond positively to critical feedback and differing points of views
Effective communications and interpersonal skills.
May be asked to perform tasks not covered in this job description and to provide support to other departments when necessary.

Educational Qualifications & Professional Training:

Degree in Disaster risk management/Development studies/Environmental sciences/hydrology, meteorology or related studies.

Language Requirement: Demonstrate proficiency in Somali and English languages

Relevant Experience:

Minimum of 5 years’ experience in relevant field with thematic focus on Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR), Early Warning/Early Action or climate change adaptation.
At least 3 years in senior management with experience in DRM, finance and human resources, including results-based management, monitoring and evaluation as well as experience in conducting needs assessments and programme design

We offer:

SRCS offers a contract of one year, renewable depending on both funding and performance.

Salary and Benefits are according to SRCS terms of employment for national staff.

You must be available to start work as soon as possible and willing to work in all Somaliland regions.

Application process:

Interested candidates should email their updated CV and Cover letter to srcsvac@gmail.com before or on 16^th Feb-2022.

NB:

Please note SRCS has Zero-Tolerance for Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (SEA)
Applications that do not meet the above requirements will not be considered, Only Shortlisted Candidates will be contacted.
Please identify your current/expectation salary on the cover letter.
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