Project Officer

Bidibidi Refugee Settlement Yumbe Uganda - ICSS/001UG/2023
                                                                                               Date: 28th December 2028

CALL FOR APPLICATION: ADVERT CODE: ICSS/001UG/2023
JOB TITLE                                 :      PROJECT OFFICER
NUMBER OF POSITION     :      ONE (1)
DUTY STATION                     :      BIDIBIDI REFUGEE SETTLEMENT
REPORT TO                              :      PROGRAM MANAGER
POSITION OPEN DATE      :      28th December 2022
CLOSING DATE                     :      15th JANUARY 2023
EXPECTED START DATE  :       1st FEBRUARY 2023
CONTRACT DURATION  :      1 YEAR (WITH POSSIBLE
EXTENSION FOR 2 YEARS MORE)

About I CAN South Sudan

I CAN South Sudan (ICSS) is a multi-sector Non-Governmental Organization devoted to advancing the well-being of Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs), Returnees and Refugees, with a special focus on vulnerable children and women. I CAN South Sudan is a Refugee-Led Organization registered in Uganda's Bidibidi Refugee Settlement in Yumbe District. The organization has expanded its services to South Sudan and is registered as a national organization and having coordination offices Juba, Ibba, Yambio, and Ezo.

With funding from COHERE, OXFAM & MERCY CORP, I CAN South Sudan is looking for a highly skilled, competent, proactive and self driven individual for the Position of Project Officer to run these projects in Bidibidi Refugee Settlement.

The contract for this position is fix term/definite contract with possibility of extension for 2 years and beyond based on satisfactory performance and funding availability.
Job Description

Job Description
I CAN South Sudan seek to recruit a Project Officer for Bidibidi Refugee Settlement Zone 1. With Supervision from the Program Manager, the successful candidate will lead multiple projects and will be responsible for planning, Financial Controls, timely and quality reporting, Logistical coordination and perform all other duty in line with their position

Duties and Responsibilities
Development of Project Documents
  • Planning and designing project implementation plans, proactively monitoring its progress, resolving emerging issues and initiating correct actions
  • Establish and implement quarterly MEAL Plans in collaboration with the MEAL Officer
  • Coordinate with I CAN South Sudan management, partners, external stakeholders and field staff to provide timely updates and appropriate support when needed
  • Support technical proposal developments, reporting guidelines and donor requirements with support from Program Manager and Management
  • Develop and adopt project governance arrangements ensuring effective and quality assurance and the overall integrity of the project-focusing inwardly on the internal consistency and outwardly on its coherence with infrastructure planning, interface with other programs and corporate, technical and specialist standards
Project Management and Implementation
  • Take lead in project implementation, coordination and planning of smooth running of the project including casual staff hiring, logistical coordination in close coordination with Logistics Officer and Program Manager
  • Manage Project Budgets, monitoring its performance including expenditure and value for the money, timeline submission of invoices, salary incentives for payments
  • Ensuring the delivery of new products or services with the project plan and governance arrangements
  • Ensuring the Child Protection and gender sensitivity and environment is observed in the project
  • Prepare and submit quality progress and technical reports, (weekly updates, monthly reports, quarterly and annual)
  • Ensure collection of accurate data of the project output by MEAL Officer is done timely in line with project monitoring plan
Supervision and Technical Backstopping
  • Supervise all projects staff in Bidibidi and at field level and ensure that staff perform their duties towards achievement of the project and outputs
  • Conduct capacity strengthening training for project staff on quality programming standards reporting procedures, D no harm principles, Humanitarian Core Standards and Accountability to affected population
Liaison and Coordination with other stakeholders
  • Represent I CAN South Sudan at all sector meetings and every other program related coordination forums both online and physically at National and international level to share learning outcomes from the project
  • Managing communications with all stakeholders including OPM, UNHCR, IRC and ensure effective delivery of project items, smooth staff travels and monitoring of project outputs by stakeholders
  • Create synergies with UN agencies, INGOs, NNGOS, RLOs who their work are compatible with our mission and are from same sector on sector related learning, challenges and suggest mitigation measures to improve outcomes, ignite partnership and create space for showcasing best practices
Qualification
  • Holds a Bachelor Degree in Development studies, Child Protection, Public Administration, Social Science and Business Management
  • At least 3 years working experience in same or similar position
  • Experience working in a remote Humanitarian Settings and with Refugees
  • Should be between 30-45 years old
Other Qualifications
  • Good written and verbal communication skills
  • Experience in modern proposal writing
  • Excellent Report writing skills
  • Excellent critical thinking and good decision making
  • Previous experience managing multiple projects
  • Proficiency in computer skills
Personal Competencies
  • Good communication skills: ability to share information, collect feedback on changing priorities and procedures, give constructive criticism, speak clearly, writes effectively to persuade any situation, listens to others with interest to help with ideas and demonstrate the ability to build relationship with and outside the organization based on trust and professionalism
  • Ability to multi task: The ability to demonstrate interest in improving relevant skills, planning and organizing , setting clear achievable goals with project priorities, handle multiple tasks and assignments, prioritizing more important tasks and maintain a good sight on others, timely reporting any barriers to tasks completion immediately
  • Teamwork: Work in collaboration with others, delegate task and responsibilities, actively make team decisions in the organization to achieve project tasks that contribute to organization’s vision, Mission, and goal, welcome diversity and willing to embrace everyone regardless of who they are, willing to learn from others, accept criticism and open up to adjustment and able to handle working pressure and maintain same spirit of work
Application process
Submit soft copy of your application letter, an updated CV and 3 referees with copies of your key academic documents electronically to icankids829@gmail.com or apply through our website www.icansouthsudan.com

Deadline 
Deadline for receiving application is 6th January 2023. I CAN South Sudan’s value is diversity and hence we welcome application from all regardless of Gender, Tribe, Religion and nationality. Female candidate are strongly encouraged to apply
I CAN South Sudan is committed to Zero tolerance for Fraud and Sexual Exploitation and Abuse and hence all application and recruitment process is free of charge. Report any misconduct to icankids829@gmail.com or 0774857262

Note
Only selected applicants will be contacted for interview
Submitted copies of academic documents will NOT be returned to the applicant after review and will be well protected
​​​​Qualification
  • Holds a Bachelor Degree in Development studies, Child Protection, Public Administration, Social Science and Business Management
  • At least 3 years working experience in same or similar position
  • Experience working in a remote Humanitarian Settings and with Refugees
  • Should be between 30-45 years old
Other Qualifications
  • Good written and verbal communication skills
  • Experience in modern proposal writing
  • Excellent Report writing skills
  • Excellent critical thinking and good decision making
  • Previous experience managing multiple projects
  • Proficiency in computer skills
Personal Competencies
  • Good communication skills: ability to share information, collect feedback on changing priorities and procedures, give constructive criticism, speak clearly, writes effectively to persuade any situation, listens to others with interest to help with ideas and demonstrate the ability to build relationship with and outside the organization based on trust and professionalism
  • Ability to multi task: The ability to demonstrate interest in improving relevant skills, planning and organizing , setting clear achievable goals with project priorities, handle multiple tasks and assignments, prioritizing more important tasks and maintain a good sight on others, timely reporting any barriers to tasks completion immediately
  • Teamwork: Work in collaboration with others, delegate task and responsibilities, actively make team decisions in the organization to achieve project tasks that contribute to organization’s vision, Mission, and goal, welcome diversity and willing to embrace everyone regardless of who they are, willing to learn from others, accept criticism and open up to adjustment and able to handle working pressure and maintain same spirit of work
Application process
Submit soft copy of your application letter, an updated CV and 3 referees with copies of your key academic documents electronically to icankids829@gmail.com or apply through our website www.icansouthsudan.com

Deadline 
Deadline for receiving application is 6th January 2023. I CAN South Sudan’s value is diversity and hence we welcome application from all regardless of gender, tribe, religion and nationality. Female candidate are strongly encouraged to apply
I CAN South Sudan is committed to Zero tolerance for Fraud and Sexual Exploitation and Abuse and hence all application and recruitment process is free of charge. Report any misconduct to icankids829@gmail.com or 0774857262

Note
Only selected applicants will be contacted for interview
Submitted copies of academic documents will NOT be returned to the applicant after review and will be well protected
Duties and Responsibilities
Development of Project Documents
  • Planning and designing project implementation plans, proactively monitoring its progress, resolving emerging issues and initiating correct actions
  • Establish and implement quarterly MEAL Plans in collaboration with the MEAL Officer
  • Coordinate with I CAN South Sudan management, partners, external stakeholders and field staff to provide timely updates and appropriate support when needed
  • Support technical proposal developments, reporting guidelines and donor requirements with support from Program Manager and Management
  • Develop and adopt project governance arrangements ensuring effective and quality assurance and the overall integrity of the project-focusing inwardly on the internal consistency and outwardly on its coherence with infrastructure planning, interface with other programs and corporate, technical and specialist standards
Project Management and Implementation
  • Take lead in project implementation, coordination and planning of smooth running of the project including casual staff hiring, logistical coordination in close coordination with Logistics Officer and Program Manager
  • Manage Project Budgets, monitoring its performance including expenditure and value for the money, timeline submission of invoices, salary incentives for payments
  • Ensuring the delivery of new products or services with the project plan and governance arrangements
  • Ensuring the Child Protection and gender sensitivity and environment is observed in the project
  • Prepare and submit quality progress and technical reports, (weekly updates, monthly reports, quarterly and annual)
  • Ensure collection of accurate data of the project output by MEAL Officer is done timely in line with project monitoring plan
Supervision and Technical Backstopping
  • Supervise all projects staff in Bidibidi and at field level and ensure that staff perform their duties towards achievement of the project and outputs
  • Conduct capacity strengthening training for project staff on quality programming standards reporting procedures, D no harm principles, Humanitarian Core Standards and Accountability to affected population
Liaison and Coordination with other stakeholders
  • Represent I CAN South Sudan at all sector meetings and every other program related coordination forums both online and physically at National and international level to share learning outcomes from the project
  • Managing communications with all stakeholders including OPM, UNHCR, IRC and ensure effective delivery of project items, smooth staff travels and monitoring of project outputs by stakeholders
  • Create synergies with UN agencies, INGOs, NNGOS, RLOs who their work are compatible with our mission and are from same sector on sector related learning, challenges and suggest mitigation measures to improve outcomes, ignite partnership and create space for showcasing best practices
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MEAL OFFICER

Bidibidi Refugee Settlement Zone 1 Yumbe Uganda - ICSS/003UG/2023
                                                                                                     Date: 28th December 2022

CALL FOR APPLICATION: ADVERT CODE: ICSS/003UG/2023

JOB TITLE                                    :      MEAL OFFICER
NUMBER OF POSITION       :      ONE (1)
DUTY STATION                       :      BIDIBIDI REFUGEE SETTLEMENT
REPORT TO                               :        PROGRAM MANAGER
POSITION OPEN DATE       :      28th December 2022
CLOSING DATE                      :       15th JANUARY 2023
EXPECTED START DATE   :     1st FEBRUARY 2023
CONTRACT DURATION   :       1 YEAR (WITH POSSIBLE
EXTENSION FOR 2 YEARS MORE)

ABOUT I CAN SOUTH SUDAN

I CAN South Sudan (ICSS) is a multi-sector Non-Governmental Organization devoted to advancing the well-being of Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs), Returnees and Refugees, with a special focus on vulnerable children and women. I CAN South Sudan is a Refugee-Led Organization registered in Uganda's Bidibidi Refugee Settlement in Yumbe District. The organization has expanded its services to South Sudan and is registered as a national organization and having coordination offices Juba, Ibba, Yambio, and Ezo.
With funding from COHERE, OXFAM & MERCY CORP, I CAN South Sudan is looking for a highly skilled, competent, proactive and self driven individual for the Position of MEAL Officer to run these projects in Bidibidi Refugee Settlement.

The contract for this position is fix term/definite contract with possibility of extension for 2 years and beyond based on satisfactory performance and funding availability.

Job Description
I CAN South Sudan seek to recruit a MEAL Officer for Bidibidi Refugee Settlement Zone 1. With Supervision from the Program Manager, the successful candidate will lead multiple projects and will be responsible for planning, Financial Controls, timely and quality reporting, Logistical coordination and perform all other duty in line with their position

RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Participate actively in the implementation of M&E processes by providing technical support and checking quality.
  • Harness, adapt and roll out tools and technological innovations for collecting and analyzing data with an aim of improving the project
  • Participate in developing an M&E Plan, M&E work plan and indicator tracking matrix, in line with the project’s thematic standards and practice.
  • Generate program monitoring, reporting and information management plans
  • Pioneer the development, review and utilization of data collection, monitoring and reporting tools
  • Participate actively in the enforcement of Quality Assurance (QA), Quality Control (QC) and Quality Improvement (QI) measures for all field program interventions
  • Support fellow team members in capturing and documenting best practices and success stories for learning, reference and dissemination
  • Generate program information and dash boards for tracking and depicting progress on program and strategy implementation against targets and key milestones
  • Initiate data analysis and action planning meeting with program teams to review data trends and overall
  • QUALIFICATIONS
  • A minimum Bachelor Degree in Social Sciences, Journalism and Mass Communication, Statistics or Demographic Research or a Diploma in Monitoring and Assessment is necessary.
  • Minimum of 2 years of experience in a comparable job requiring data collection, recording and reporting.
  • Demonstrable experience in producing good quality documents for different audiences and managing Children Data, GBV& CP information management systems.
  • Ability to collect, analyze and produce good quality data and information
  • Established data processing capabilities and concrete understanding of open source resources such as the KoBo Toolbox.
  • Computer literacy with possible advanced Ms Word, Ms Excel, Ms PowerPoint and Ms access
  • Knowledge in Device Statistics Bundles (EPI INFO, SPSS and Stata)
  • Demonstrated experience in capacity building and mentoring of staff
  • Knowledge, skills and experience in participatory survey/research methods
  • Experience in use of data to inform decision-making, planning, and performance monitoring
  • Strong communication skills; oral, written and presentation skills.
  • Strong management skills (Managing, motivating and developing staff)
  • Team player.
  • Ready to work in difficult environmental conditions
  • Must be flexible and culturally sensitive.
Other Qualifications
  • Good written and verbal communication skills
  • Experience in modern proposal writing
  • Excellent Report writing skills
  • Excellent critical thinking and good decision making
  • Previous experience managing multiple projects
  • Proficiency in computer skills
Personal Competencies
  • Good communication skills: ability to share information, collect feedback on changing priorities and procedures, give constructive criticism, speak clearly, writes effectively to persuade any situation, listens to others with interest to help with ideas and demonstrate the ability to build relationship with and outside the organization based on trust and professionalism
  • Ability to multi task: The ability to demonstrate interest in improving relevant skills, planning and organizing , setting clear achievable goals with project priorities, handle multiple tasks and assignments, prioritizing more important tasks and maintain a good sight on others, timely reporting any barriers to tasks completion immediately
  • Teamwork: Work in collaboration with others, delegate task and responsibilities, actively make team decisions in the organization to achieve project tasks that contribute to organization’s vision, Mission, and goal, welcome diversity and willing to embrace everyone regardless of who they are, willing to learn from others, accept criticism and open up to adjustment and able to handle working pressure and maintain same spirit of work
Application process
Submit soft copy of your application letter, an updated CV and 3 referees with copies of your key academic documents electronically to icankids829@gmail.com or apply through our website www.icansouthsudan.com

Deadline
Deadline for receiving application is 6th January 2023. I CAN South Sudan’s value is diversity and hence we welcome application from all regardless of gender, tribe, religion and nationality. Female candidate are strongly encouraged to apply
I CAN South Sudan is committed to Zero tolerance for Fraud and Sexual Exploitation and Abuse and hence all application and recruitment process is free of charge. Report any misconduct to icankids829@gmail.com or 0774857262

Note
Only selected applicants will be contacted for interview
Submitted copies of academic documents will NOT be returned to the applicant after review and will be well protected

Finance Officer

Bidibidi Refugee Settlement Zone 1 Yumbe Uganda - ICSS/002UG/2023
                                                                                                Date: 28th December 2022

CALL FOR APPLICATION: ADVERT CODE: ICSS/002UG/2023

JOB TITLE                                 :        FINANCE OFFICER
NUMBER OF POSITION     :        ONE (1)
DUTY STATION                     :        BIDIBIDI REFUGEE SETTLEMENT
REPORT TO                              :        Executive Director
POSITION OPEN DATE      :        28th December 2022
CLOSING DATE                     :        15th JANUARY 2023
EXPECTED START DATE  :        1ST FEBRUARY 2023
CONTRACT DURATION   :        1 YEAR (WITH POSSIBLE
EXTENSION FOR 2 YEARS MORE)

ABOUT I CAN SOUTH SUDAN

I CAN South Sudan (ICSS) is a multi-sector Non-Governmental Organization devoted to advancing the well-being of Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs), Returnees and Refugees, with a special focus on vulnerable children and women. I CAN South Sudan is a Refugee-Led Organization registered in Uganda's Bidibidi Refugee Settlement in Yumbe District. The organization has expanded its services to South Sudan and is registered as a national organization and having coordination offices Juba, Ibba, Yambio, and Ezo.
With funding from COHERE, OXFAM & MERCY CORP, I CAN South Sudan is looking for a highly skilled, competent, proactive and self driven individual for the Position of Finance Officer to run these projects in Bidibidi Refugee Settlement.

The contract for this position is fix term/definite contract with possibility of extension for 2 years and beyond based on satisfactory performance and funding availability.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

We are looking for a Charismatic and Pragmatic Finance Officer with outstanding time management abilities, a team player with Excellent leadership skills and the capacity to work with limited oversight and use of the initiative. We are also looking for a person who has Professional Expertise in accounting practice and understanding of financial principles, who has a deep interest and enthusiasm for our work.

PURPOSE OF WORK

I CAN South Sudan seeks to recruit a Finance Officer for Bidibidi Refugee Settlement Zone 1. With Supervision from the Program Manager, the successful candidate will lead multiple projects and will be responsible for Managing All the Finances of the Organization, Financial Controls, timely and quality reporting, Logistical coordination and perform all other duty in line with their position

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Manage all accounting transactions;
  • Prepare Budget Outlook
  • Handle Monthly Bank Reconciliation
  • Reconcile accounts payable and receivable;
  • Ensure prompt payments to banks
  • Calculate income and file tax returns
  • Manage balance sheets of the
  • Report on financial health and liquidity of the Organization
  • Audit of bank transactions and records
  • Enhance secrecy of financial data and backup of databases where appropriate performance with financial laws and legislation.
  • Work with the Project Officer, Program Manager and Logistic Officer to generate quality finance reports for the Program and keep clear records of all financial transactions.
  • Track the cash flow of the services to ensure that contributions are requested in a timely manner to promote the seamless flow of program operations, including ensuring that funding is distributed to the sector in a timely manner.
  • Ensure proper invoicing/recharging of our partners offices for the costs accrued by the Program and employees for the private use of I CAN South Sudan services.
  • Ensure that any spending expended is compliant with approved budgets.
  • Any other role delegated from time to time by the line boss.

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES
  • Minimum two (2) years of accounting experience in the provision of a wide variety of accounting and financial services, preferably within the context of a Multinational NGO.
  • Established understanding and experience in dealing with computerized accounting programs and spreadsheets
  • Hands-on training in tax applications (Quick Book and Etall)
  • Advanced skills of MS Excel
  • Experience of general ledger tasks
  • Great attention to detail and sound analytical skills
  • Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or equivalent degree.
  • Knowledge and appreciation of financial and accounting systems, policies and processes.
  • Ability to prioritize own workload, work independently, and a determination to work within strict time limits.
  • Strong leadership skills and capacity to work in a multicultural environment.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills and capacity to accurately present facts and ideas.
  • Commitment to the principles, goals and ideology of I CAN South Sudan.
Other Qualifications
  • Good written and verbal communication skills
  • Excellent Report writing skills
  • Excellent critical thinking and good decision making
  • Previous experience managing multiple projects and Accounts
  • Proficiency in computer skills
Personal Competencies
  • Good communication skills: ability to share information, collect feedback on changing priorities and procedures, give constructive criticism, speak clearly, writes effectively to persuade any situation, listens to others with interest to help with ideas and demonstrate the ability to build relationship with and outside the organization based on trust and professionalism
  • Ability to multi task: The ability to demonstrate interest in improving relevant skills, planning and organizing , setting clear achievable goals with project priorities, handle multiple tasks and assignments, prioritizing more important tasks and maintain a good sight on others, timely reporting any barriers to tasks completion immediately
  • Teamwork: Work in collaboration with others, delegate task and responsibilities, actively make team decisions in the organization to achieve project tasks that contribute to organization’s vision, Mission, and goal, welcome diversity and willing to embrace everyone regardless of who they are, willing to learn from others, accept criticism and open up to adjustment and able to handle working pressure and maintain same spirit of work
Application process
Submit soft copy of your application letter, an updated CV and 3 referees with copies of your key academic documents electronically to icankids829@gmail.com or apply through our website www.icansouthsudan.com

Deadline 
Deadline for receiving application is 6th January 2023. I CAN South Sudan’s value is diversity and hence we welcome application from all regardless of gender, tribe, religion and nationality. Female candidate are strongly encouraged to apply
I CAN South Sudan is committed to Zero tolerance for Fraud and Sexual Exploitation and Abuse and hence all application and recruitment process is free of charge. Report any misconduct to icankids829@gmail.com or 0774857262

Note
Only selected applicants will be contacted for interview
Submitted copies of academic documents will NOT be returned to the applicant after review and will be well protected

Child Protection Officer

Bidibidi Refugee Setlement Zone 1 Yumbe Uganda - ICSS/002UG/2023
                                                                                                    Date: 28th December 2022
CALL FOR APPLICATION: ADVERT CODE: ICSS/002UG/2023

JOB TITLE                                 :       CHILD PROTECTION OFFICER
NUMBER OF POSITION     :        ONE (1)
DUTY STATION                     :        BIDIBIDI REFUGEE SETTLEMENT
REPORT TO                              :        PROGRAM MANAGER
POSITION OPEN DATE      :        28th December 2022
CLOSING DATE                      :        15th JANUARY 2023                        
EXPECTED START DATE   :        1ST FEBRUARY 2023
CONTRACT DURATION    :        1 YEAR (WITH POSSIBLE
EXTENSION FOR 2 YEARS MORE)

About I CAN South Sudan
I CAN South Sudan (ICSS) is a multi-sector Non-Governmental Organization devoted to advancing the well-being of Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs), Returnees and Refugees, with a special focus on vulnerable children and women. I CAN South Sudan is a Refugee-Led Organization registered in Uganda's Bidibidi Refugee Settlement in Yumbe District. The organization has expanded its services to South Sudan and is registered as a national organization and having coordination offices Juba, Ibba, Yambio, and Ezo.

With funding from COHERE, OXFAM & MERCY CORP, I CAN South Sudan is looking for a highly skilled, competent, proactive and self driven individual for the Position of Child Protection Officer to run these projects in Bidibidi Refugee Settlement.

The contract for this position is fix term/definite contract with possibility of extension for 2 years and beyond based on satisfactory performance and funding availability.

Job Description
I CAN South Sudan seek to recruit a Project Officer for Bidibidi Refugee Settlement Zone 1. With Supervision from the Program Manager, the successful candidate will lead multiple projects and will be responsible for planning, Financial Controls, timely and quality reporting, Logistical coordination and perform all other duty in line with their position

Duties and Responsibilities
Management
  • Facilitate coaching, mentoring and counseling sessions for staff within the humanitarian emergency response and social protection.
  • Provide guidance to humanitarian Emergency Response staff in child protection, planning and preparation of M&E documents.
  • Manage, supervise and build capacity of staff in project development, management and implementation especially in humanitarian emergency response, CiE and other related project activities.
 
Program planning and implementation
  • Monitor and review the child protection policy and procedures to ensure they remain current and fit for purpose.
  • Encourage good practice in the organization by promoting and championing the child protection policy and procedures.
  • Provide overall leadership in managing and coordinating the implementation of emergency response and child protection activities according to the respective projects’ implementation and organization standard
Community engagement
  • You will supervise the Child Protection Committees assigned to work for I CAN South Sudan and ensure that they give regular report
  • You shall establish good reporting and feedback channel for the community and ensure that the organization get all report and the report are shared with the relevant partner
  • Entrusted to build good relationship with children, parents and the organization in the entire community.
  • Educate parents/guardians and community on Child rights 
  • Shall answer all the equerries related to the child protection unit or matter relating to the child abuse in the community and the entire organization.
Technical and capacity building

  • You will develop policies, strategic activities and develop budget for every program in relations to children
  • Must have confidence and good judgment to manage situations relating to the poor conduct/behavior of others towards a child.
  • Develop relevant training to fulfill the role of Child Protection Officer in the organization.
  • providing technical assistance and guidance to mainstream protection across all the community-based mechanisms at the field level
Coordination and networking
  • Participate in the Child Protection and GBV Sector meetings
  • Keep abreast of developments in the field of child protection by liaising with organizations working with children and attending relevant training or events
  • Where required liaise with Government, World Vision, UNCHR and UNICEF and ensure they have access to all necessary information.
  • Maintain the ability to build relationships with organization members, parents/careers, children
  • Have willingness to challenge opinion, where necessary, and to drive the child protection agenda.
Financial management
  • You work closely with Project Officer, Logistics, M&E and partially Finance Department report to the Child Protection Manager in Uganda.
  • Monitor and manage projects’ budgets in line with grants agreements and standards.
  • Risk management by monitoring, addressing and reporting any risks to management of program funds and budgets.
  • Ensure assets of the organization in the operations are safe and secure in line with projects’ grant regulations, MoUs and agreements.
  • Support audit processes in line with the projects’ audit regulations.
  • Perform any other duty as may be directed by the supervisor from time to time.
 
Qualification
  • Holds a Bachelor Degree in Child Protection, and Social Studies
  • At least 3 years working experience in same or similar position
  • Experience working in a remote Humanitarian Settings and with Refugees
Other Qualifications
  • Good written and verbal communication skills
  • Experience in modern proposal writing
  • Excellent Report writing skills
  • Excellent critical thinking and good decision making
  • Previous experience managing multiple projects
  • Proficiency in computer skills
Personal Competencies
  • Good communication skills: ability to share information, collect feedback on changing priorities and procedures, give constructive criticism, speak clearly, writes effectively to persuade any situation, listens to others with interest to help with ideas and demonstrate the ability to build relationship with and outside the organization based on trust and professionalism
  • Ability to multi task: The ability to demonstrate interest in improving relevant skills, planning and organizing , setting clear achievable goals with project priorities, handle multiple tasks and assignments, prioritizing more important tasks and maintain a good sight on others, timely reporting any barriers to tasks completion immediately
  • Teamwork: Work in collaboration with others, delegate task and responsibilities, actively make team decisions in the organization to achieve project tasks that contribute to organization’s vision, Mission, and goal, welcome diversity and willing to embrace everyone regardless of who they are, willing to learn from others, accept criticism and open up to adjustment and able to handle working pressure and maintain same spirit of work
Application process
Submit soft copy of your application letter, an updated CV and 3 referees with copies of your key academic documents electronically to icankids829@gmail.com or apply through our website www.icansouthsudan.com

Deadline
Deadline for receiving application is 6th January 2023. I CAN South Sudan’s value is diversity and hence we welcome application from all regardless of gender, tribe, religion and nationality. Female candidate are strongly encouraged to apply
I CAN South Sudan is committed to Zero tolerance for Fraud and Sexual Exploitation and Abuse and hence all application and recruitment process is free of charge. Report any misconduct to icankids829@gmail.com or 0774857262

Note
Only selected applicants will be contacted for interview
Submitted copies of academic documents will NOT be returned to the applicant after review and will be well protected

Project Officer

Bidibidi Refugee Settlement Zone 1, Yumbe District Uganda - IC/001/2021SS/001
JOB VACANCY ADVERTISEMENT

JOB TITLE:      PROJECT OFFICER
LOCATION : BIDIBIDI REFUGEE SETTLEMENT ZONE 1
DURATION: 3 MONTHS
DEADLINE:       22nd JANUARY 2021


ABOUT I CAN SOUTH SUDAN

I CAN South Sudan is a Community-based organization (CBO) registered in the District of Yumbe and working in the Child Protection Sector under the authority of the Prime Minister (OPM) Bidibidi, which aims to engage unaccompanied refugee children in social and musical activities to heal them of trauma. I CAN South Sudan use musical coaching with a focus on community work to develop children's trust and build friendships through the tribal divide that contributed to the civil war in South Sudan. Storytelling and song are vital aspects of the South Sudanese community, so the music curriculum focuses on the preserving of traditional tales, songs and musical practices. I CAN South Sudan is dedicated to the promotion of children's rights in Uganda and South Sudan.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

We are looking for a multi-faceted Project Officer who will be responsible for planning, coordinating and handling project (s) from design to completion. This involves contact with a variety of internal and external stakeholders, most of whom oversee several moving pieces of the project concurrently. The job holder will solely be responsible for planning and ensuring the consistency and timely delivery of the core ECCD (BE) program within the designated district/sub-counties. We are looking for an accomplished Project Manager to oversee our Peace Building Project as Project Manager for the Bidibidi Refugee Settlement, Zone 1.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Coordinate internal resources and third parties/vendors for the flawless execution of projects
  • Ensure that all projects are delivered on-time, within scope and within budget
  • Developing project scopes and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders and ensuring technical feasibility
  • Ensure resource availability and allocation
  • Develop a detailed project plan to track progress
  • Use appropriate verification techniques to manage changes in project scope, schedule and costs.
  • Measure project output by using relevant processes, tools and techniques
  • Report and escalate to management as needed
  • Manage the relationship with the client and all stakeholders
  • Perform risk management to minimize project risks
  • Establish and maintain relationships with third parties/vendors
  • Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation
  • Assistance in determining the goals and priorities of the project, including all appropriate stakeholders and ensuring technical viability.
REQUIREMENTS

  • The program manager needs to have a good realistic background with project management.
  • Good understanding of the wider objectives of the program.
  • Ability to work positively with the wide range of individuals involved in program management.
  • Strong organizational and teamwork capabilities.
  • Strong understanding of the budgeting and distribution processes.
  • Capacity to discover new ways to solve the problems.
  • Bachelor's degree in corporate management, social science or similar fields
  • He/she should have a history in sales skills, management, budgeting and research. You can be an exceptional communicator and perform many tasks easily.
  • At least three (3) years of progressive work experience for NGOs in the preparation and delivery of Child Protection programs.
  • Ability to work in a remote and Challenging environment

HOW TO APPLY

Refugees, host Community (Ugandan) and female candidates are encouraged to apply. All eligible applicants should send their applications (maximum 2-5 pages updated resume, including three references and a one-page cover letter) in English by e-mail to icansouthsudan@gmail.com not later than 22nd January by 11:59 p.m.

                                                                      Good Luck!

Accountant

Bidibidi Refugee Settlement Zone 1, Yumbe District Uganda - IC/001/2021SS/002
JOB VACANCY ADVERTISEMENT

JOB TITLE:         ACCOUNTANT
LOCATION: BIDIBIDI REFUGEE SETTLEMENT, ZONE 1
DURATION: 3 MONTHS
DEADLINE:        22nd JANUARY 2021 


ABOUT I CAN SOUTH SUDAN

I CAN South Sudan is a Community-based organization (CBO) registered in the District of Yumbe and working in the Child Protection Sector under the authority of the Prime Minister (OPM) Bidibidi, which aims to engage unaccompanied refugee children in social and musical activities to heal them of trauma. I CAN South Sudan use musical coaching with a focus on community work to develop children's trust and build friendships through the tribal divide that contributed to the civil war in South Sudan. Storytelling and song are vital aspects of the South Sudanese community, so the music curriculum focuses on the preserving of traditional tales, songs and musical practices. I CAN South Sudan is committed to promoting and advocating child rights and the prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

We are looking for a charismatic and pragmatic accountant with outstanding time management abilities, a team player with excellent leadership skills and the capacity to work with limited oversight and use of the initiative. We are also looking for a person who has professional expertise in accounting practice and understanding of financial principles, who has a deep interest and enthusiasm for our work.

PURPOSE OF WORK

To provide logistical assistance to project teams in the field (including field travel) and ensure that the I CAN South Sudan retains a high level of accounting and financial management. Work together with the Project Officer and the Director to provide quality financial information and tools to help the program handle its budgets more efficiently.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Manage all accounting transactions;
  • Prepare Budget Outlook
  • Handle weekly, quarterly and annual closures
  • Reconcile accounts payable and receivable;
  • Ensure prompt payments to banks
  • Calculate income and file tax returns
  • Manage balance sheets of the
  • Report on financial health and liquidity of the Organization
  • Audit of bank transactions and records
  • Enhance secrecy of financial data and backup of databases where appropriate performance with financial laws and legislation.
  • Work with the Project Manager and Logistic Officer to generate quality finance reports for the Program and keep clear records of all financial transactions.
  • Track the cash flow of the services to ensure that contributions are requested in a timely manner to promote the seamless flow of program operations, including ensuring that funding is distributed to the sector in a timely manner.
  • Ensure proper invoicing/recharging of other Oxfam offices for the costs accrued by the Program and employees for the private use of I CAN South Sudan services.
  • Ensure that any spending expended is compliant with approved budgets and OPAL programs.
  • Any other role delegated from time to time by the line boss.

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES 

  • Minimum two (2) years of accounting experience in the provision of a wide variety of accounting and financial services, preferably within the context of a Multinational NGO.
  • Established understanding and experience in dealing with computerized accounting programs and spreadsheets.
  • Hands-on training in tax applications (Quick Book and Etall)
  • Advanced skills of MS Excel
  • Experience of general ledger tasks
  • Great attention to detail and sound analytical skills
  • Bachelor's degree/Diploma in accounting, finance or equivalent degree.
  • Knowledge and appreciation of financial and accounting systems, policies and processes.
  • Ability to prioritize own workload, work independently, and a determination to work within strict time limits.
  • Strong leadership skills and capacity to work in a multicultural environment.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills and capacity to accurately present facts and ideas.
  • Commitment to the principles, goals and ideology of I CAN South Sudan.
HOW TO APPLY 

Refugees, host Community (Ugandan) and female candidates are encouraged to apply. All eligible applicants should send their applications (maximum 2-5 pages updated resume, including three references and a one-page cover letter) in English by e-mail to icansouthsudan@gmail.com not later than 22nd January by 11:59 p.m.

Good Luck!

M&E Officer

Bidibidi Refugee Settlement Zone 1, Yumbe District Uganda - IC/001/2021SS/003
JOB VACANCY ADVERTISEMENT

JOB TITLE   :                                  M&E OFFICER
LOCATION : BIDIBIDI REFUGEE SETTLEMENT ZONE 1
DURATION : 3 MONTHS
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION:  22nd JANUARY 2021


WHO WE ARE 

I CAN South Sudan is a Community-based organization (CBO) registered in the District of Yumbe and working in the Child Protection Sector under the authority of the Prime Minister (OPM) Bidibidi, which aims to engage unaccompanied refugee children in social and musical activities to heal them of trauma. I CAN South Sudan use musical coaching with a focus on community work to develop children's trust and build friendships through the tribal divide that contributed to the civil war in South Sudan. Storytelling and song are vital aspects of the South Sudanese community, so the music curriculum focuses on the preserving of traditional tales, songs and musical practices. I CAN South Sudan is dedicated to the promotion of children's rights in Uganda and South Sudan.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

I CAN South Sudan is looking for a Peace Building Initiative Monitoring and Evaluation Officer funded by Oxfam IBIS. I CAN South Sudan is a child protection collaborator dedicated to promoting peace and reconciliation between refugees and the local community in the Bidibidi refugee settlement, Zone 1 in the Yumbe District. We are working to create more peace for jobs and to foster peaceful coexistence.

RESPONSIBILITIES
  1. Participate actively in the implementation of M&E processes by providing technical support and checking quality.
  2. Harness, adapt and roll out tools and technological innovations for collecting and analyzing data with an aim of improving the project
  3. Participate in developing an M&E Plan, M&E work plan and indicator tracking matrix, in line with the project’s thematic standards and practice.
  4. Generate program monitoring, reporting and information management plans
  5. Pioneer the development, review and utilization of data collection, monitoring and reporting tools
  6. Participate actively in the enforcement of Quality Assurance (QA), Quality Control (QC) and Quality Improvement (QI) measures for all field program interventions
  7. Support fellow team members in capturing and documenting best practices and success stories for learning, reference and dissemination
  8. Generate program information and dash boards for tracking and depicting progress on program and strategy implementation against targets and key milestones
  9. Initiate data analysis and action planning meeting with program teams to review data trends and overall
QUALIFICATIONS

  1. A minimum Diploma in Social Sciences, Diploma in Journalism and Mass Communication, Statistics or Demographic Research or a Diploma in Monitoring and Assessment is necessary.
  2. Minimum of 2 years of experience in a comparable job requiring data collection, recording and reporting.
  3. Demonstrable experience in producing good quality documents for different audiences and managing GBV& CP information management systems.
  4. Ability to collect, analyze and produce good quality data and information
  5. Established data processing capabilities and concrete understanding of open source resources such as the KoBo Toolbox.
  6. Computer literacy with possible advanced Ms Word, Ms Excel, Ms PowerPoint and Ms access
  7. Knowledge in Device Statistics Bundles (EPI INFO, SPSS and Stata)
  8. Demonstrated experience in capacity building and mentoring of staff
  9. Knowledge, skills and experience in participatory survey/research methods
  10. Experience in use of data to inform decision-making, planning, and performance monitoring
  11. Strong communication skills; oral, written and presentation skills.
  12. Strong management skills (Managing, motivating and developing staff)
  13. Team player.
  14. Ready to work in difficult environmental conditions
  15. Must be flexible and culturally sensitive.
HOW TO APPLY 

Refugees, host Community (Ugandan) and female candidates are encouraged to apply. All eligible applicants should send their applications (maximum 2-5 pages updated resume, including three references and a one-page cover letter) in English by e-mail to icansouthsudan@gmail.com not later than 22nd January by 11:59 p.m.

Good Luck! 

Logistics Officer

Bidibidi Refugee Settlement Zone 1, Yumbe District Uganda - IC/001/2021SS/004
JOB VACANCY ADVERTISEMENT

JOB TITLE     :                           LOGISTICS OFFICER
LOCATION :                           BIDIBIDI REFUGEE SETTLEMENT ZONE 1
DURATION :                           3 MONTHS
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION: 22ndJANUARY 2021

WHO WE ARE

I CAN South Sudan is a Community-Based Organization (CBO) registered in the District of Yumbe and working in the Child Protection Sector under the authority of the Prime Minister (OPM) Bidibidi, which aims to engage unaccompanied refugee children in social and musical activities to heal them of trauma. I CAN South Sudan use musical coaching with a focus on community work to develop children's trust and build friendships through the tribal divide that contributed to the civil war in South Sudan. Storytelling and song are vital aspects of the South Sudanese community, so the music curriculum focuses on the preserving of traditional tales, songs and musical practices. I CAN South Sudan is dedicated to the promotion of children's rights in Uganda and South Sudan.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
We are searching for an experienced Logistics Officer for our Peace Building Project sponsored by Oxfam AIBIS. The Logistics Officer will be responsible for tracking stock levels and the flow of incoming and outgoing products. He/she is detailed-focused and uses computers to maintain inventory databases under their jurisdiction.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  1. Coordinate and monitor supply chain operations
  2. Ensure premises, assets and communication ways are used effectively
  3. Utilize logistics IT to optimize procedures
  4. Recruit and coordinate logistics staff (e.g. truck drivers) according to availabilities and requirements
  5. Supervise orders and arrange stocking of raw materials and equipment to ensure they meet needs
  6. Communicate with suppliers, retailers, customers etc. to achieve profitable deals and mutual satisfaction
  7. Keep logs and records of warehouse stock, executed orders etc.
  8. Prepare accurate reports for upper management

REQUIREMENTS

  1. Proven experience as logistics Officer
  2. Experience in customer service will be appreciated
  3. Knowledge of laws, regulations
  4. Ability to work with little supervision and track multiple processes
  5. Computer-savvy with a working knowledge of logistics software (ERP)
  6. Outstanding organizational and coordination abilities
  7. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  8. Willingness to stay and work in a remote and challenging refugee settlement
  9. Bachelor Degree/Diploma in business administration, supply chain management or relevant field

HOW TO APPLY 

Refugees, host Community (Ugandan) and female candidates are encouraged to apply. All eligible applicants should send their applications (maximum 2-5 pages updated resume, including three references and a one-page cover letter) in English by e-mail to icansouthsudan@gmail.com not later than 22nd January by 11:59 p.m.


Good Luck!