1. INTRODUCTION

The Forum for Local Economic Development in Burao identified the need to re-establish a district Tannery with a vision of processing hides forleather work and export of skins and hides. For this reason it is necessary to conduct a Feasibility study leading to the development of a Business Plan.
2. CONTRACT OBJECTIVES,ASSUMPTIONS AND RISKS: The objectives of the project are to compile a feasibility study and bankable business plan indicating all assumptions and risks associated with the Tannery, supply of raw materials, associated products and value adding processes.
3. SCOPE OF WORK: To develop feasibility study and business plan which will lead to the successful implementation of an existing small Tannery and the value adding of products thereof.
5 EXPECTED OUTPUTS AND OUTCOMES
5.1 Business Plan development Objectives:
The objective of this intervention is also, amongst others, to assess the feasibility of tannery and to produce a business plan.

5.2 The business plan must cover these areas:
5.2.1 Technical Feasibility Costs:
5.2.2 Economic Feasibility:
5.2.4 Human Resources Feasibility:
5.2.5 Other details will include:

Conceptualising the project in detail, validating market attractiveness, analyse capital expenditure, elaborate a comprehensive business plan with five years financial statements.
Project impact considerations are to be made including direct and indirect benefits to the community.
6. QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERTISE REQUIRED
6.1 Evaluation criteria

•    Technical competency indicating previous experience in the specific sector of Tanning, leatherworks and the value adding processes.
•    Experience and understanding of the execution of feasibility studies and creation of a viable Business Plan and financials suitable for investor review
•    Intimate understanding of the social and cultural issues associated with a developmental project of this nature.
•    Ability to assist in the project’s implementation and follow-up phase also with regards to concept, management, establishment of processes, quality control, markets, capital expenditure, presentation to financiers, EIA assessment and the detailing of direct and indirect benefits to the community.
•    Concept work concerning rural, agricultural and agro-industrial development projects.
•    Economic and financial standing of the candidate based on his ability to perform the tasks required.
•    Links to organizations and support offices able to increase capacity where applicable.
•    Technical proposal (methodology, activities, deliverables, schedule, CV of the consultants)and financial proposal.

•    Potential of securing investors for the implementation of the project business plan.
Applications should be emailed to:

Email Address: burao-led@hotmail.com
Interesting candidates may also submit their CV’s and Application letter to LED-B office.
Deadline for Application: 25/4/2013
Qualified female candidates are highly encouraged to apply. Only short listed candidates will contact.
 

Medair is an emergency relief organization working in several parts of the world. Medair helps people who are suffering in remote and devastated communities around the world survive crisis, recover with dignity, and develop skills to build a better future. Medair has is supporting communities in Togdheer and Sool Region to recover from incessant droughts, as well as IDPs in Burao town through the provision of Primary Health care Services. This includes health services, nutrition and water and sanitation services. Consequently, from time, Medair shall require the services of Contractors in the following areas of expertise:
Construction/Rehabilitation of:
1.    Earth Pans/dams (Including the Construction of Infiltration Galleries and Cattle Toughs)
2.    Shallow Wells (Including fitting with Hand Pumps)
3.    Boreholes
4.    Sand Dams or Sand Abstraction(Weirs and, Infiltration Systems & Collector Wells)
5.    Rainwater Harvesting Tanks
6.    Berkads
7.    Pipe Water Connections from Existing Town water systems
8.    Latrines ( VIP Type, including Hand Washing facilities, )
9.    Hospital wings ( e.g. Maternal Child Health Section )

Medair wishes to invite qualified and interested eligible Burao/Togdher based, contractors/companies to submit expression of interests for pre-qualification to participate in the future bidding processes for construction of the above water schemes in Somaliland by providing the following information:
•    Application Letter on Company letter head including the Physical Address, contact persons and Telephone Contacts
•    Trading License
•    Certificate of Registration
•    VAT Registration
•    Income Tax Clearance Certificate
•    Company profile including a list of major clients, projects completed and associated costs
•    Completion certificates for any Water Supply, Sanitation and Buildings projects
•    Company’s professional personal organization structure
•    Company equipment and capacity
•    Articles and Memorandum of Association
•    Names and Contact Numbers for the Directors

Please, indicate which of the sections above you have experience. All statements made in the expression of interests where required should be supported by documentary evidence. Only pre-qualified companies shall participate in the bidding process in the next 12 months.
Submissions
All submission should be in sealed envelope clearly marked “Expression of Interest for Participation in Constructions in Togdheer & Sool Regions” and should be delivered to Medair office and should be delivered to the Senior Logistics Officer, Burco Office.
Sealed expression of the letter MUST be received latest by 5.00P.M. 21stApril, 2013. Expression of interests received after the stipulated date and time shall be invalid.
NB: For more information on the expression of interest please Ben Emuat, Senior Logistics Officer, based at the Burco office, Medair Somaliland Program at senior-logistics-bao@medair.org

INTRODUCTION

       Candlelight is a local, non-governmental, non-profit making, development organization dedicated to the improvement of the quality of the life of the Somaliland community through the provision of appropriate education, promotion basic health care, elementary training in environmental conservation/rehabilitation and the creation of employment through viable income generating activities.

TOR FOR TRAINER

Background:
Due to adverse effects of frequent droughts and ongoing environmental degradation, pasture scarcity and poor quality of available animal feed leading to deteriorate livestock body condition and their products, which are the core income source of pastoral and agro-pastoral households.

Pastoral and agro-pastoral destitute in certain villages, who lost their animals created self employment trends of charcoal burning and fodder production to earn income for their households by selling fodder. But unfortunately fodder production has gradually been declined recently, due to limited access of proper techniques for fodder production, baling and storage.

To address the consequence negative impacts of the aforementioned problems and enhances fodder production and management systems through demonstration of appropriate techniques for production, management, harvesting, baling and proper storage of fodder, Candlelight in close collaboration with DAI is planning to conduct five days training workshop on best agronomic practices, forage/fodder production, and fodder baling for 60 farmer/livestock producers in each of the following three agro-pastoral villages: Wadamago, Loya ( lies 7km southwest of Burao) and Maryam (lies 6km north east of Burao) in Burao district of Todheer and Sool regions .      

2. Overall Objective:
The overall objective of the action is to improve fodder production and management systems through introducing appropriate techniques for fodder production, management, baling and proper storage to reduce transportation cost and avoid mismanagement or loses after harvest.
3. Methodology:
  Methodology of the training will be participatory approach, such as:
     lecture
    Questions and answers
    Group discussions
    Plenary sessions
    Practical  
4. Expected Result:
 To improve knowledge of target communities to enabling techniques of fodder production, harvesting, baling and proper storage through practical participatory trainings.

5.    Training Topics
    Criteria of site selection
    Selection of local  grass/fodder tree species which have good quality of livestock feeding
    Time of fodder harvesting
    Harvesting techniques
    Fodder/hay baling techniques
    Fodder/hay storage techniques
    Seed production, collection and storage techniques
    Forage species and multi-purpose use of forage trees
    General animal feeding
    Strategic feeding techniques (for young, pregnant or dairy animals, drought feeding, fattening strategies)
    Application of animal manure techniques
    Intercultural operations

6.    Workshop outcomes
•    To enable participants to use different techniques of harvesting, baling and fodder storage, seed selection etc.
•    To enable participants  how to construct  different storages systems of fodder

7.    Tasks of the facilitator
•    To develop training outline and schedule
•    To train selected community trainees
•    To conduct field practical demonstration
•    To write and compile workshop/training report
8.    Essential requirement/Experience
•    Minimum of university degree in the Agriculture and Environment
•    Experience in baling, silage and crop residue techniques
•    Knowledge and experience for facilitating practical trainings
•    Knowledge and experience on the Somaliland pastoralist context
•    Fluency in English language
•    Facilitation and report writing skill
9.    Duration:
The entire period of the training is 15 days; including preparation, training days and report writing and is expected to commence on 02/03/ 2013
Interested candidates should submit their applications, CVs and supporting documents to Candlelight office in Burao, or the following e-mail: rowke99@gmail.com or ahmedhaji@candlelightsom.org not later than 28/02/ 2013, 2:00 p.m.

Medair, , is a non-governmental organisation (NGO), with international headquarters in Switzerland that responds to human suffering in emergency and disaster situations by implementing multisectorial relief and rehabilitation projects. Medair is implementing a health, nutrition, sanitation and hygiene/health education programme for vulnerable populations in and around Burao town,South Togdher and parts of Sool Region.Medair is looking for A Health Facility Supervisor, to be based in Burao, Togdheer Region, with frequent field travels to sites in and around Togdheer and Sool regions.

Position    Responsibilities    Qualifications

Health Facility Supervisor.

1 Position       
    Conduct supervision visits to the Health Facilities (HF) providing on the job training and supportive supervision to improve quality of diagnosis and treatment.
    Conduct monthly joint supervision visits in collaboration with the Health Facilty Manager (HFM) and regional MoH staff
    Plan and facilitate training in consultation with HFM for HF staff and ensure quality health education and services in line with National and International Guidelines occur.
    Supervise all staff working at the Medair supported facilities from both a clinical/technical and operational perspective, including implementing disciplinary procedures where necessary, in conjunction with the HFM and MoH.
    Organise and facilitate bi-monthly meeting with Village Health Committees
    Plan, check and organize medicine supply to HF according to needs and in a timely manner to avoid stock outs.  
    Act as link between Medair and HF staff, regional and national MoH staff, local authorities, village committees and the community at large.    Essential     Desirable
            2 year minimum experience in nursing or midwifery.
    Diploma in nursing.
    Fluent in Somali, both written and oral
    Excellent English skills, both written and oral
    Competent in Microsoft office (in particular with Word and Excel, internet, and email writing).
    Work with minimum supervision and sometimes on extra hours without overtime allowance.
    Good planning skills.        A degree in nursing
    Knowledge in community development and public health
    Nurse tutor experience
    Similar experience in HF supervision
    Good general management skills.
    Knowledge in use of emails.
    Microsoft Power Point.
    Live and work in an insecure region.

VSF Germany is an International NGO, providing humanitarian aid and development assistance to pastoralists and vulnerable communities in areas where livestock is of importance. In the region, VSF Germany implements activities in Southern Sudan, Sudan, Kenya, Somalia, and Ethiopia. With support in animal health, agriculture, marketing and food safety and also in developing the capacity of communities and governmental institutions or initiating peace and conflict resolution, we work towards food security and strengthened livelihoods of pastoralist communities. We are looking for a qualified and competent person to take up the position of an Accounts & Administration Assistant. The incumbent will be based in Burao, Somaliland, providing support to the Somali Pastoral Dairy Development Project (SPDDPII) in Somaliland.

Key responsibilities:

- Provide financial, logistical and administrative support to projects
- Implement donor financial regulations in the management of funds at field level
- Manage the finance of projects and overall local procurement ensuring that donor and organization’s policies, procedures and systems are adhered to

- Manage the project petty cash by keeping records of all field financial transactions and submit monthly returns to the Somalia main office or regional office
- Prepare and manage cash flow projections
- Support the Project Manager and field staff in drafting budgets, preparing field documentation, and submission of field returns.

- Manage contracts with 3rd parties and supervise services rendered to projects
- Post transactions into the computerized accounting system (Navision)
- Supervise junior staff as appropriate if any.
Key qualifications and competencies:

- University Degree in Finance or Business studies and CPA 2 or its equivalent
- Proficiency in Office Computer packages (word, excel) and experience in specialized accounting software. Knowledge of Navision an added advantage

- 3 years minimum experience in finance and administration
- Experience in a humanitarian or other international NGO and understanding of international donor regulations especially EC is desirable
- Excellent communication and team work skills
- Good written and spoken English is essential

Interested and qualified candidates should submit an application letter and CV to: postal address (VSF Germany, Ngong Road, Piedmont Plaza, 2nd Floor P. O. Box 25653, Nairobi, Kenya) or via email address (Admin_Hr@vsfg.org and Somalia@vsfg.org) indicating their current and expected salary. Also include 3 professional referees and daytime telephone contacts. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interviews. Closing date for receiving applications is 10th January 2013 at or before 12.00am mid night.

Somaliland Programme

 Medair, , is a non-governmental organisation (NGO), with international headquarters in Switzerland that responds to human suffering in emergency and disaster situations by implementing multisectorial relief and rehabilitation projects. Medair is implementing a health, nutrition, sanitation and hygiene/health education programme for vulnerable populations in and around Burao town, South Togdher and parts of Sanaag region, Medair is looking for a Community Promoters Supervisor, to be based in Burao, Togdheer Region, with frequent field travels to sites in and around Togdheer and Sanaag regions.

Position    Responsibilities    Qualifications

Community Promotion Supervisor

1 Position       
-     In collaboration with the CPO and the Health Manager, plan, organise and facilitate the distribution of tasks and resources necessary for attainment of set objectives and indicators in Community Promotion.
-    Directly supervise the day-to-day work of the Community Promoters who are working within the project area.
-    Support the Community Promoters to supervise the Community Volunteers in providing health and nutrition education and behaviour change communication
-    Ensure quality, performance, accountability, a culturally-centred and age-appropriate approach to Health and Nutrition promotion and behaviour change communication is maintained at all times.
-     Provide support to the staff at the Health Facilities supported by Medair through regular visits to ensure integration of volunteer’s work with the health facility.
-    Provide quality assurance through the use of quality assessment tools e.g. supervision checklist, exit interviews.
-    Recommend any improvements or changes in the health programme to the CPO, Health Manager and Health Project Manager.
-    Together with the CPO and Health Manager support a referral mechanism for beneficiaries with acute, severe health and nutrition conditions that ensure efficient and effective resource utilisation and also serve those beneficiaries in real need.    Essential     Desirable
        •    Diploma in Community Development or Public Health
•    1 year minimum experience in community health promotion
•    1 year minimum experience in primary health care service provision
•    Excellent English (oral & written)
•    Fluent Somali.
•    This position is open for male and female candidates
    •    Degree in Community Development /Public Health.   
•    Postgraduate certificate in Community Health Promotion
•    Experience in primary care for the Under 5s
•    Experience in nutrition services
•    Experience in behaviour change communication techniques

Applications are invited only from people who meet the qualifications listed above. If you believe you are the candidate we are looking for, please submit your letter of application and CV, indicating your daytime telephone contact. Also include telephone and email contacts of two professional references (friends and relatives are not accepted as references), and your current and most recent past employer unless you have no work experience.  Medair does not encourage those who are under contract to other local, National or International NGOs or the government to apply for this vacancy. Please write your name and the position on the envelope.
Applications must be submitted to the Medair office near the City Plaza Hotel not later than Thursday 27th December 2012 4:30 pm.
Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted and asked to attend a test and then an interview if they meet the selection criteria.
Medair is an equal opportunity employer
 

     VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

Communications Associate, Hargeisa – Service Contract (SC-7) (Somali Nationals Only)  

Communicating in crisis and post-crisis settings has many challenges, one of them being a possible perception of alignment with one party or the other to the conflict. There is often a risk of misunderstanding of the mandate of UNDP. The particular nature of the Somalia situation requires complex messaging to maintain the credibility of the organization and ensure that its work is perceived as serving all Somalis. At the same time, a clear communications strategy and approach that is aligned with the Country Programme strengthens partnerships and supports resource mobilization.

The Partnerships and Planning Unit (PPU) is a central unit within UNDP Somalia that supports effective and efficient programme delivery, with a view to maximizing results and impact. The PPU directly supports the main programmes with expert services tailored to a crisis and post-crisis context. While quality assurance remains a core programmatic function, PPU and Sub-Office programme teams will ensure overall consistency with corporate standards, policies and procedures. The Communications Unit comes under the PPU as its work is complementary to other key services offered by the PPU, including Monitoring and Evaluation, Donor Relations and Resource Mobilization, and Reporting.

It is in this context that UNDP would like to recruit one Communications Associate for each of its Hargeisa and Garowe Sub-Offices to support the implementation of its communication strategy and outreach work in Somalia. The incumbent will form a part of the core Sub-Office programme team. Under the direct supervision of the Sub-Office M&E Specialist and technical guidance of the Communications Specialist (Nairobi), the Communications Associate will work in close collaboration with the Sub-Office programme and project staff.

The selection criteria and qualifications for the position are:

• Secondary education (University Degree in Social Sciences, Communications or Journalism is desirable but not a requirement) 
• 4 years of relevant experience in communications, public relations
• Experience working for a development or humanitarian organization an asset
• Experience in video production and photography is desirable
• Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.) essential
• Experience in Indesign and Final Cut Pro desirable
• Fluency in English and Somali

For more information on this vacancy and details on how to apply please go to: http://jobs.undp.org/cj_view_job.cfm?cur_job_id=34019

The closing date for receipt of applications is 17^th December 2012

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

                                                                                                                                                Issued on: 13 December 2012

BACKGROUND

The UN Joint Programme on Local Governance and Decentralised Service Delivery (JPLG) for Somalia is a 5 year Programme of ILO, UNCDF, UNDP, UN-Habitat and UNICEF. Extension of the JPLG for another 5 years has been agreed between the key donors, Somali authorities and the UN partners. JPLG is aligned to the programming frameworks of the Somalia Reconstruction and Development Programme 2008-12 and the UN Somali Assistance Strategy 2011-15. JPLG applies a comprehensive approach to rendering local governments as credible and professional service providers, increasing public investment in basic services, and strengthening civic awareness and participation in local decision-making and development. The overall objectives are: 1) Communities have equitable access to basic services through local government, and 2) Local governments are accountable and transparent. Strong emphasis will be placed on gender and women in local government, human rights and local governance, and good governance principles of transparency, accountability and participation.

The JPLG emphasizes the development and implementation of an institutional capacity building package both at district and community level, and support for the development of appropriate local government policy along with legal and regulatory frameworks. As part of its work plan for 2011-2012, the JPLG will review and facilitate formulation, harmonization and implementation of laws and regulations related to local government.

TASKS

Under  the  overall  supervision  of  the  National  Programme  Officer  of  UN-Habitat  Hargeisa  Office,  and the direct supervision of the  Human Settlements Officer (HSO) and  Associate Human Settlements Officer (AHSO) of the UN Joint Programme on Local Governance, and the urban planner  is expected to, but are not limited to,  perform the following duties:

I. Assistance to Urban Planning Activities in JPLG

1.    Work closely with the AHSO and HSO in the implementation of all aspects of UN-Habitat’s

Urban Planning activities,

2.    Promote strong local ownership of activities and outputs of the Urban Planning component,

3.    Increase the effectiveness and ensure timely actions of UN-Habitat urban planning activities through regular consultations and follow-up with local partners,

4.    Advise  the  AHSO and HSO  about  changes  in  the  political  situation  in  the  three regions of Somalia that may impact on the implementation of Urban Planning activities,

5.    Organise for progress and review meetings with relevant authorities,

6.    In coordination with AHSO and HSO, develop spatial planning strategy and policy of UN-Habitat for Somalia, revise urban planning related law and regulations, and draft a strategy for urban plan formulation, implementation and approval mechanism for the three regions of Somalia.

7.    Prepare for and support conduct of seminars, workshops, etc. under the urban planning component,as guided by the AHSO and HSO and in collaboration with other UN-Habitat staff,

8.    Support Districts departments of planning, district municipalities with regard to on-the- job training on urban planning related activities including database development, data collection and use of geographical information system, road network planning and so on.

II. Support to Land and Urban Management Institute (LUMI) in Somaliland

9.  Support coordination with national and local counterparts, districts and the National Urban Planning Committee in particular, in the capacity building and operational support for LUMI in the fields of urban planning activities, including the Urban Regulatory Framework, and conducting training on urban planning,

III. General Programme management support

1. Liaise with other UN-Habitat staffs to ensure full and timely support to UN-Habitat external consultants under the Urban Planning component, when relevant,
2. Assist in timely programme and financial reporting on the urban planning component to the UN- Habitat Nairobi liaisons office,
3. Provide inputs to the formulation of project proposals and concept notes,
4. Backstop the preparation and implementation of UN- Habitat Annual Work Plans, Terms of Reference for staff and implementing partners, and organization of seminars/workshops,
5. Contribute  to   the  monitoring  and  evaluation  of  UN- Habitat   urban planning  programmes  and  projects  in the three regions of Somalia, concerning the effectiveness and impact of the urban planning  programme and projects through networking with partners, field visits, document reviews, preparation of reports, identification of problems and issues and proposal of addressing problems and propose improvements and changes as required,
6. Any other related tasks as assigned by AHSO and HSO.

All tasks listed above will include continuous consultations with UN-Habitat and with local stakeholders on the ground including preparatory activities at the discretion of the consultant.

COMPETENCIES

• Professionalism:Strong technical skill in spatial planning, urban land use planning, urban land use regulatory framework, conceptual and analytical capacity with ability to conduct independent analysis and evaluation, to identify issues, and to formulate sound recommendations.
• Communication:Ability to edit/revise a variety of reports and to articulate ideas in a clear and concise manner.
• Client orientation:  Able to establish and maintain productive partnerships by gaining trust and respect; to identify needs and find solutions; to monitor developments; to anticipate problems, and to keep partners informed of progress or setbacks
• Planning and Organizing:  Ability to develop clear strategies that are consistent with agreed work plans; to identify priority tasks; to foresee risks and allow for contingencies when planning; to monitor and adjust plans and actions as necessary

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Advanced degree in urban and regional planning, site planning, architecture,  urban studies related disciplines.

Professional Experience

Minimum 5 years experience in spatial planning, urban land use planning, urban regulatory framework, in developing countries context; Experience working with spatial strategic plan. Experience in post-conflict and prop-poor countries` situations is preferred.

Language

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this post, fluency in English and Somali (both oral and written) is required.

Other

Be familiar with and loyal to the goals of UN-Habitat and UN. Willingness to travel in ther regions of Somalia. Sound judgment, analytical skills, networking and interpersonal skills, and report/project writing skills.

Candlelight is a partner with the International Solidarity Foundation (ISF) of Finland. CHLE and the Finnish International Solidarity Foundation have been working together in a project on community education on FGM since 2007, with the title  of the project “Community education on FGM in Togdheer and Sanaag Regions”. The overall goal of the project is to improve the reproductive health of women in Togdheer and Sanaag. The purpose is to ensure that the community members’ awareness about the negative consequences of FGM has increased in Togdheer and Sanaag. The partners of the project are planning to provide training on how to conduct panel debate and assessment studies for the project staff in Burao through this consultant.

OBJECTIVES OF THE CONSULTANCY

The aim of this consultancy is to equip the project staff with basic skills and knowledge in assessment studies and panel debate.

In order to accomplish the above mentioned objective, Candlelight is looking for qualified local consultant through media advertisement and recruitment processes   

EXPECTED LEARNING OUTCMES SHOULD INCLUDE:
    To prepare staff to conduct assessment for any changes in indicators in the target areas
    To acquire basic assessment studies and penal discussions knowledge skills and attitude needed to carry out studies in the target areas.
    To understand the guiding human right principles in working with women, vulnerable children and communities in difficult circumstances, conflict and post conflict situations.
    To discuss the importance panel debate and focus group discussions
    To explain important principles and values of focus groups and debates
    To build the capacity of Candle Light social workers to effectively collaborate, coordinate and assess clients in need of support.

QUALIFICATION OF THE CONSULTANT

•    University degree in community development or other development studies
•    Minimum 3-4 years of experience in field of research

NB: The applicant can find the TOR at FGM Burao main office.

The application should include the following information:
•     A draft training work plan (1-2 pages) including a short description on what methods will be used.

Criteria for approval:
Panel of CLHE will choose the consultant in co-operation with ISF Country Coordinator according to two main criteria’s: a) The capability of the consultant to conduct the facilitation, b) The quality and content of the application.

APPLICATION PROCESS
Applications submission deadline is on 22nd Oct, 2012. Candlelight is an equal opportunity employer.
Applicants can send soft copy of their application only through these E-mails: adad@candlelightsom.org and Abdikarimahmed@candlelightsom.org

Medair, with international headquarters in Switzerland, is a non-governmental organisation (NGO) that responds to human suffering in emergency and disaster situations by implementing multi-sectoral relief and rehabilitation projects. Medair is implementing a health, nutrition, water, hygiene and sanitation   programmes for vulnerable populations in and around Burao town. Medair is looking for the following staff member, to be based in Burao,Togdheer Region,
Somaliland:

Position    Responsibilities    Qualifications

ICT/Logistics  Assistant    -    To be responsible for the smooth running of all ICT equipment within the Burao base.
-    To ensure compliance with software licensing
-    To manage computers, network and server
-    To ensure back up of data is maintained
-    To monitor performance of Internet suppliers and support Logistics dept in price and contract agreements .
-    .To prevent  the perfidious internet usage in the work environment
-    To manage Equipment Inventory List for Burao base and carry out regular physical checks of assets
-    To carry out stock counts as requested by Senior Logistics Officer
-    Set up schedule of regular maintenance/checks to maintain integrity of equipment and prevent breakdowns
-    Ensure adequate, fully protected power for ICT equipment
-    Ensure availability of critical spares
-    Dispose of all obsolete and redundant ICT equipment
-    Responsible for monitoring the Equipment Allocation Forms     Essential     Desirable
       
-    A diploma or degree  in ICT,including theory and practice of computer, server and network management
-    ICT technical experience
-    Experience of  dealing with customers
-     At least 2 years employment    history in ICT or similar field s
-    Proficient user of different OS, MS office and other software
    Office
-    Knowledge of Data Base software
-    Analytical and detailed approach to ICT.
    -    University Degree or similar in ICT
-    ICT Management training relevant   to humanitarian work
-    Problem solving ability with equipment ranging from PC's  
-    Basic hardware repair experience.
-    Experience of working in an INGO/ international setting desirable.

Applications are invited only from people who meet the qualifications listed above. If you believe you are the candidate we are looking for, please submit your
letter of application and CV, indicating your daytime telephone contact. Also include telephone and email contacts of two professional references (friends and relatives are not accepted as references), and your current and most recent past employer unless you have no work experience.  Medair does not encourage those who are under contract to other local, national or International NGOs or the government to apply for this vacancy. Please write your name and the position on the envelope
Applications must be submitted to the Medair office near the City Plaza Hotel not later than Saturday 20th October 2012 4:30 pm.
It is preferable to drop your documents personally as your signature is required
Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted and asked to attend a test and then an interview if they meet the selection criteria.
Medair is an equal opportunity employer
Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply

 

                         VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

Field Monitoring & Evaluation Analyst, Hargeisa (with frequent travel to Garowe and if required, Mogadishu)

(Fixed-Term Appointment – NOB Level)

UNDP Somalia is comprised of 2 main programs, Governance and Rule of Law, and Poverty Reduction and Environment Protection Program, and 2 cross cutting programs, HIV & AIDS, and Gender.  The Partnerships and Planning Unit (PPU) is a central unit within UNDP Somalia that supports effective and efficient program delivery in Somalia.  PPU contributes to partnership management and communication both as it relates to donors and UN strategic processes; strategic planning in support of key office wide priorities, M&E and quality assurance for programme cycle ensuring overall consistency with corporate standards, policies and procedures.

To ensure effective and efficient delivery of development programs in Somalia, UNDP established two Sub Offices in Hargeisa and Garowe.  Under the overall guidance of the Head of Sub Office and Assistant Country Director, the Field M&E Specialist will report primarily to the Sub Office Programme Specialist, with matrix reporting to the CO M&E Specialist. The incumbent will form a part of the core Sub Office program team, which provides support in all areas, will focus on providing high quality advisory services, training and on the job mentoring. While quality assurance remains a core programmatic function, PPU and Sub Office program teams will ensure overall consistency with corporate standards, policies and procedures.

The M&E Analyst works under the direct supervision of the Programme Specialist as part of the Partnerships and Planning Unit (PPU).  In addition, the M&E Analyst will work closely with Programme and Project teams in Nairobi and the Sub Offices, and Government officials to ensure that thematic, programme and project monitoring and evaluations are carried out according to schedules and those findings and recommendations are implemented and followed up.

The selection criteria and qualifications for the position are:

• Masters Degree or equivalent in Social Sciences, International Relations, Political Science, Economics or any related field with 2 years of relevant experience OR:
• A first level university degree in Social Sciences, International Relations, Political Science, Economics or any related field with a combination of 4 years’ of work experience in Project Management and Monitoring & Evaluation may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree
• Proven work experience in project / program management and / or monitoring and evaluation
• Field experience preferably in post conflict environments, coupled with strong substantive knowledge of Monitoring and Evaluation tools in particular, results based management is a requirement
• Substantive knowledge in development issues in general
• Fluency in written and oral English and Somali required.  Knowledge of Arabic is desirable.

For more information on this vacancy and details on how to apply please go to:

http://jobs.undp.org/cj_view_job.cfm?cur_job_id=32696

The closing date for receipt of applications is 28^th September 2012

UNIDO Hargeisa Office

Location: Maansoor Hotel

Third Floor

Contact Address: 4487170/4410369

Invitation to Bid

1. Required Material: Container 20 Feet
2. Date of Issue: 22 September 2012Dead Line: 30 September 2012  Time :12: 00
3. Quantity Required: 3 container with the below Tech Spech

Other Requirements

• The supplier must contact and take the commercial offers and forms to the UNIDO Main Office Hargeisa
• Only offers that are accompanied by photos showing the current condition of the containers offered for sale will be accepted
• Received commercial offers and Forms Will be Returned to the Office respecting The Date Assigned
• UNIDO Accepts those responded and Meet the UNIDO Technical Specification related material Requested
• A signed commercial offer and Stamped will only be accepted
• Delaying of the commercial offers and submitting it in a late time will not be accepted

Job Vacancy

Job Title:                      Nagaad Accountant  

Duty Station:               Hargeisa

Department:               Admin/finance

Report to:                    Admin/finance officer 

Job vacancy

Nagaad Network is seeking a qualified female national accountant to work with Nagaad Network’s Admin/finance department in Hargeisa office.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Recording day-to-day financial transactions according to the financial policies.
• Preparing financial report of the different projects according to donor’s guidelines and submit to the admin/finance officer.
• Preparing monthly financial reports and submits to the Admin/finance officer.
• Preparing monthly bank reconciliation and submit to the Admin/finance officer
• Preparing payment voucher, check payment request forms, acknowledgement receipts and the payroll registers. etc
• Any other task related to the accounting duties

Qualifications

The position need:

• A degree in accounting studies or equivalent areas
• Minimum of 3 years experience working in an NGO or similar job.
• Good understanding of the Somaliland context including the workings of government, civil society and development, as well as, political context.
• She shall have excellent written and verbal communication in English
• Confident communicator with excellent oral and written communication skills
• Good command of English and Somali languages
• Computer literacy in accounting systems

How to apply:

The interested applicants are requested to submit their updated CV, work recommendations and Names and addresses of two referees to Nagaad office located in Red sea village, Sha’ab area or email to:  deka.yousuf@gmail.com, starting from 23 September, not later than 28 September

Women are highly encouraged to apply;

Job Vacancy

Job Title:                      Project/HR Manager

Duty Station:               Hargeisa

Department:               Programs

Report to:                    Program Coordinator/Executive director   

Job position

Nagaad is seeking a qualified Somaliland national to manage women’s political participation and organizational development project and who will also serve as a counterpart to an international development worker.

Duties and Responsibilities

Under the overall guidance of the Executive Director of Nagaad Network, the project/HR manager shall perform the following tasks and responsibilities:

1. To lead and manage the proper and effective execution of the women’s political participation and organizational development project.   
2. Implement project activities as per project plan and Nagaad procedure
3. Prepare activity plans and budgets and approve from the line manager
4. Propose and develop organizational  and human resource development strategies, polices and guidelines for Nagaad Network
5. Oversee capacity assessment processes of organizational  and human resource development
6. Operationalize and follow-up organizational  and human resource development strategies and plans for Nagaad
7. To effectively monitor the smooth implementation of the Project
8. Make prepare quarterly monitoring reports.
9. Prepare and submit monthly, quarterly and annual narrative reports to program coordinator
10. To liaise and coordinate with the relevant government authority and other actors relevant projects
11. To work closely with the international development worker, and provide guidance and advice on the Somaliland context  
12. To Perform any other duty that may be delegated by program coordinator

Work condition:

• The position work station is Hargeisa and occasional travel to the regions and districts.

Qualifications:

• A degree in development studies or equivalent areas
• Minimum of 3 years experience working in an NGO or similar job.
• Minimum of three years experience in gender work or women’s political participation work
• Good knowledge and experience in human resource management.
• Good understanding of the Somaliland context including the workings of government, civil society and development, as well as, political context.
• S/he shall have excellent written and verbal communication in English
• Confident communicator with excellent oral and written communication skills
• Good command of English and Somali languages
• Computer literacy.

How to apply:

The interested applicants are requested to submit their updated CV, work recommendations and Names and addresses of two referees to Nagaad office located in Red sea village, Sha’ab area or email to:  deka.yousuf@gmail.com, starting from 23 September, not later than 28 September 2012

Women are highly encouraged to apply;

JOB VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

The Company:

Somtel, a telecommunications company operating in Somaliland is looking for an experienced Chief Finance Officer (CFO) to handle the finances of the newly established but fast growing business GSM service provider. Somtelis a member of Dahabshiil Group of companies.

The Position:

The CFO is responsible for developing and managing the financial strategy of Somtel . He/she is also responsible for the oversight of the financial operations, supervising staffand running the finance department as a whole. This includes coordinating the annual budget and reporting and controlling compliance to it. The CFO is also responsible for maintaining accurate accounting records and producing timely financial statements and other MIS reports. The CFO is responsible for managing relations with the banks and other financial institutions as well as external auditors, tax and other regulatory authorities.

Maamulka Jaamacadda ADMAS wuxuu ogaysiinayaa dhammaan ardaydii sanadkan 2012 kasoo baxday dugsiyada sare, kuwii ay ka buuxsantay Jaamacaddu sanadkii hore ee 2011 iyo ciddii kale ee jecel waxbarasho heer Jaamacadeed oo tayo leh in Jaamacaddu qaadanayso ardaydii cusbayd ee sanad Jaamacadeedka 2012/2013.

1. Courses-ka Jaamacaddu bixinayso oo heer DEGREE ah waxay kala yihiin sidan:

FACULTY OF INFORMATICS

• BSc  Computer Science
• BSc  ICT (Information Communication Technology)
• BSc  BIT (Business Information Technology)

FACULTY OF BUSINESS & ECONOMICS [FBE]

• B.B.A Accounting
• B.B.A Management
• B.B.A OATS (Office Administration & Technology Systems)
• B.B.A Marketing
• B.A Economics

FACULTY OF ENGINEERING

• BSc Civil Engineering
• BSc Architecture & Urban Planning
• BSc Computer Engineering

FACULTY OF SOCIAL SCIENCES

• B.A Development Studies
• B.A Political Science and International Relations

1. Shuruudaha Jaamacaddu ardayga ku qaadanayso waa:
2. Shahaado dugsi sare (Secondary) oo Original ah.
3. 2 sawir oo kur ah (passport size)
4. Registration Fee
5. Xilliyadda Waxbarashaddu waa:
6. Gelin Hore
7. Gelin Dambe, iyo
8. Fiidnimo
9. Mudada waxbarashadu waa:

     Sadex sano; marka laga reebo kuliyadda Engineering-ka oo afar sano ah.

Vacancy Announcement

Post Title: Project Coordinator

Type of Contract: Consultancy

Duration: Six Months with possibility of extension

Duty station: Hargeisa, Somaliland

Supervisor: Director General

Expected areas of travel: All Somaliland Regions

Date of issue: September 22, 2012

Closing date: September 30, 2012 

Background

The Ministry of Labour and Social Affairs is implementing a letter of Agreement (LOA) signed with UNDP. The validity of this Letter of Agreement is six months starting in September 2012.

In line with its mandate, MOLSA will implement this LOA in the context of the Gender Equality and Women’s Empowerment (GEWE Project). The Project is aligned with the Somaliland Reconstruction and Development Programme (2008 – 2012), the Somaliland National Gender Policy, Somaliland National Development Plan, the United Nations Somali Assistance Strategy, and the UNDP Country Programme Document (2011 – 2015). MOLSA will coordinate with stakeholder to effectively implement gender policy and advocate gender parity in political platforms to increase the representation of women in district councils especially during the upcoming elections of new district councillors in this year, women membership of the political parties and effective gender mainstreaming  that requires strategic capacity building of key personnel (gender focal points)  to take the lead in effecting the necessary institutional and other changes needed.

Summary of Key Functions:

1. Assist MOLSA in the implementation of the Gender Policy and Strategic Plan, play an active role in policy advice, strategic thinking; conduct Project briefings; and promote flow of information to donors, government institutions, and other relevant stakeholders.
2. Encourage full participation of stakeholders in the implementation of the Gender policy and strategy to enhance women empowerment and ownership.
3. Responsible for the efficient day-to-day management of all activities under the LOA for MOLSA.
4. Design and supervise capacity building and training programmes, and ensure a timely implementation of capacity building activities in order to achieve appropriate coordination of stakeholders and harmonization of all activities

Specific Tasks:

1. Assist MOLSA in the implementation of the Gender Policy and Strategic Plan, play an active role in policy advice, strategic thinking; conduct Project briefings; and promote flow of information to donors, government institutions, and other relevant stakeholders
2. Develop an Action Plan for implementation of the Somaliland national Gender Policy
3. Oversee the implementation and conduct a quick reviews of the policy (including processes and the challenges of the implementation) in order to identify issues that merit concern and/or gaps and prepare a short report on the same.
4. Write and present policy and strategy briefings as well as other technical documents on gender, human rights, andcommunity participation as required.
5. Participate in policy forums with relevant stakeholders including other Somaliland State institutions, civil society, the private sector, and donor organizations to ensure coherency in approaches to relevant policy agendas.
6. Lead the establishment of the gender coordination mechanisms and fully engage in facilitating the monthly coordination meetings on gender stakeholders.
7. Ensure that all donor support contributes to the achievement of project objectives and to improvement of accountability and transparency, gender sensitivity and other relevant cross cutting issues that need to be addressed.
8. Provide policy and strategic advice to relevant government stakeholders on issues relevant to the activities detailed in the LOA, and communicate closely with government stakeholders at national, regional and district level to enhance further expansion and/or consolidation of the project activities.
9. Identify options for resource mobilization at the local level and promote policy discussions with relevant government agencies and local authorities on this issue.
10. Liaise with the other ministry staff, and the Ministry on all relevant issues requiring their attention and follow up.

1. Encourage full participation of stakeholders in the implementation of the Gender policy and strategy to enhance women empowerment and address women’s social and economic rights in relation to Khat.
2. Identify and formulate coordinated approaches to the implementation, management and evaluation of all LOA activities.
3. Plan, organize and spearhead awareness raising and outreach programmes particularly civic education programmes women’s political inclusion and/or participation for the upcoming elections intended to reach a wider spectrum of audiences including emote districts and rural areas.
4. Coordinate and give strategic advice for efforts on advocacy of the affirmative action for women’s participation to influence the legislatives (representatives and the Guurti) in approving women’s quota motion in front of the parliament.
5. Conduct a post-election review to identify success stories, challenges/constraints and recommendations, and produce a report on the status of gender in participation of public realm.
6. Design and device astrategy to address women’s social and economic rights in relation to Khat inconducting a consultative forum for women Khat sellers and other relevant stakeholders and draft an appropriate response mechanisms (e.g. media awareness and behavioural change campaigns, alternative livelihoods for sellers).
7. Contribute to the organisation and preparation of different women related events, days and commemorations as needed
8. Organize meetings with the leaders and members of target women groups to identify the challenges, and constraints that they face and using the activities in the LOA, assist resolve them.
9. Coordinate the activities of the various beneficiary groups of the project to achieve the set objectives.

1. Responsible for the efficient day-to-day management of all activities under the LOA for MOLSA.
2. Responsible for the day to day management of the activities included in the LOA, and ensure that they are implemented in an efficient and timely manner, according to agreed upon work plans, and in compliance with relevant UN rules and regulations.
3. Ensure that staff capacity is utilized in the most efficient manner to achieve the required results.
4. Responsible for liaison with other government counterparts with regards to all LOA activities, and facilitate efficient management of the project by government counterparts to ensure accountability, transparency and good practice.
5. Lead other ministry staff to prepare monthly, quarterly and annual work plans and budgets that are realistic, achievable and conform to the LOA activities and budget lines; and ensure that they are approved by the Director General and UNDP.
6. Ensure that the approved monthly, quarterly and annual work plans are implemented efficiently and effectively, and in a coherent manner
7. Facilitate team building and coordination among MOLSA staff and with other stakeholders to ensure achievement project results.
8. Prepare secure appropriate approval and submit relevant progress reports on activities of the LOA as required by MOLSA and UNDP which are directly linked to identified results, outputs and activities.
9. Provide regular updates to the Director General of MOLSA or his/her designee, on progress achieved and problems encountered.
10. Perform any other duties as assigned by the Director General or requested by UNDP.

1. Design and supervise capacity building and training programmes, and ensure a timely implementation of capacity building activities in order to achieve appropriate coordination for stakeholders and harmonization of all activities
2. Responsible for the design and supervise implementation of a capacity building plan for ministry officials, and gender focal points across stakeholders including ministries/government institutions, I/NGOs and other agencies.
3. Development of schedule of trainings and coordination of timely delivery of training schedule.
4. Responsible for conducting an assessmentand mapping of women's rights and gender equality based NGOs, women in decision-making, including women with potential to run for political office and women achievers in Somaliland to establish database that can make easy in fast tracking and establishing a pool of resources
5. Supervise the implementation of the training and M&E activities in line with agreed work plans, by conducting regular and frequent visits to the field to supervise field activities, especially training activities.

Outputs to be delivered by the Consultant

• Detailed regular progress reports (monthly, quarterly, and semi-annual) on all activities included in the LOA signed with UNDP.
• Action plan or implementation strategy for gender policy
•  Consultative meeting report women Khat sellers and copy of  a plan or strategy developed for addressing
• Profiles of women's rights and gender equality based NGOs, women in decision-making, including women with potential to run for political office and women achievers in Somaliland
• Minutes or reports of the coordination meetings conducted
• Approved detailed monthly, quarterly and annual work plans covering all activities on Gender and Women’s Empowerment
• Enhanced capacity of the ministry in implementing activities and compilation of regular progress reports for submission to donors
• Timely and efficient implementation of all project activities.

Functional Competencies:

• Demonstrated knowledge and substantial experience in dealing with policy and strategic issues related to gender, women empowerment, human rights and community development.
• Substantive knowledge on project management, capacity building, procurement, and community empowerment.
• Demonstrated experience in managing development projects (preferably in conflict environments), in particular dealing with community mobilization and top officials.
• Experience in working with senior government officials, donor representatives and civil society on policy and strategic issues.
• Demonstrated strong coordination and facilitation skills
• Strong communication skills (oral and written)
• Analytical skills
• Results oriented, flexible and problem solving skills

Corporate Competencies:

• Demonstrate integrity by exhibiting high moral values and ethical standards.
• Promote the vision, mission, and strategic goals of MOLSA.
• Display cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability.

TYPE OF GOODS: CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS

The office of the Norwegian Refugee Council invites potential suppliers to make a firm offer for the following construction materials.

Manner of Submission:

Deadline for submission of bids is Tuesday 2^nd October at 10:00 Am at the Norwegian Refugee Council Office in NRC Hargeisa behind Ambassador Hotel. Companies who do not submit their quotations by this deadline will not be considered. Companies are also invited to participate in the opening on the same time.

Offers should clearly include the following:

• Company registration and proof of payment of tax to the relevant authority
• Documented experience & references from other similar transactions.
• Validity of offer and confirmed delivery period
• Net price for each item including transportation to NRC warehouse in Hargiesa

Bidders are advised to collect tender documents at the NRC office in Hargeisa behind Ambassador Hotel

Position Title:                       IRI Somaliland Field Accountant 

Supervisor:                           Resident Country Director

Location:                              Somaliland

Duration:                             11 months with possible extension.

Expected Start Date:             October 14, 2012

Application Deadline:             September 29, 2012

A nonprofit, nonpartisan organization, the International Republican Institute (IRI) advances democracy and freedom worldwide by developing political parties, civic institutions, good governance and rule of law. IRI has a presence in over 65 countries around the world. IRI has been active in Somaliland since 2002 during which time IRI has worked with political parties, Parliament, civil society and on elections.  IRI is looking to recruit a talented, qualified and motivated Somaliland national for a one year with possibility of extension for Accountant positionThe Accountant will manage all transactions related to the IRI project in Somaliland. S/he will ensure that the outlined financial policies and procedures are implemented and followed. The Accountant is responsible for providing complete and accurate field reports to the Regional Office for all field office financial activities. S/he will provide support in other finance areas as necessary and maintain a positive working relationship with the all IRI Office staff.

Job Description:

• Disburse payments, collect invoices, receipts, and other supporting documentation; keep good filing system
• Enter all transactions into Quicken. Reconcile bank accounts to ledger (Quicken) and Reconcile cash count to cash log at least weekly and to Quicken monthly
• Prepare monthly Financial Package.
• Collect Employees’ Timesheets and Leave Requests and review
• Withhold payroll taxes and remit taxes to local tax authorities regularly
• File various reports as required by local law and stay informed of all changes in applicable regulations
• Review Staff’s per diem and non-per diem reconciliations
• Maintain good records of all furniture and equipment as well as purchases and yearly, in August, perform physical inventory of furniture and equipment,
• Report to the Resident Country Director, regularly coordinating with the Regional Project accountant.
• Assist in the review, reconciliation and evaluation of IRI Somaliland grant activities,
• Assist the Resident Country Director in administration of the IRI Somaliland office.
• Supervise IRI Somaliland accounts
• Implement policies and procedures as required by IRI.

Qualifications:

Position requires a candidate who is politically neutral and non-partisan.  Applicants with strong political affiliations will not be considered.

• Somaliland national;
• Bachelors' degree in Accounting; Business Administration.
• At least 3 years of professional experience in the area of accounting;
• Experience with INGO is a must;
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English required;
• Excellent computer skills, especially in Excel spread sheets, word processing and internet/email;
• Ability to work both independently and as a member of the team;
• Must be flexible, willing to perform assigned and additional duties and work irregular hours under unpredictable conditions.
• Commitment to maintaining political neutrality throughout the term of the contract.

Applications (CV and cover letter with three references) should be sent to  somalilandposition@iri.orgon or before September 29, 2012. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.