International Program Intern
SOYDAVO
Job Type
Full Time
Location
Somalia
Description :
Organization: Somaliland Youth Development and Voluntary Organization
Country: Somalia
Closing date: 11 Aug 2017
The Somaliland Youth Development and Voluntary Organization (SOYDAVO) is a national non-governmental organization created in 2003 under the NGO Coordination Act of Somaliland. Our headquarters is located in the city of Burao, with regional Sub-offices in Hargeisa, Erigavo, Las-anod, and Oodweyne. SOYDAVO is engaged in multi-sector activities such as: education for vulnerable groups, economic development and livelihood support, protection of children and women rights, peace building and reconciliation, psychosocial recovery and water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) activities. As a result, the main target groups of the organization include vulnerable youth, women and children coming from disadvantaged backgrounds such as IDP camps, nomad people and ex-militia. In the same time, SOYDAVO works closely with both religious and clan leaders as well as actors that facilitate greater access to their communities. Other beneficiaries of SOYDAVO are non-governmental organizations including community-based and faith based organizations, government departments, private companies and training institutions.
Job Summary:
The International Program Intern is primarily responsible for developing and supporting SOYDAVO program and projects in charge of fundraising and assisting the coordination effort of the organization with other relevant INGOs, Governments entities and stakeholders. The program intern will also assist SOYDAVO with the creation of communication materials and various project and program’s reports in collaboration with SOYDAVO‘s Monitoring and Evaluation Unit and the executive team. Finally the Program intern will facilitate SOYDAVO advocacy and communication to international partners and stakeholders increasing the visibility and reach of the Organization.
Ø Facilitate coordination and information sharing between projects and program
Ø Develop and write grant proposals for calls issued by international donors and stakeholders
Ø Foster partnerships with other INGOs and International Organizations at the regional level
Ø Participate in Cluster level meetings and facilitate coordination with SOYDAVO’s stakeholders
Ø Create dedicated and incentive communication materials for projects and programs.
Ø Provide comprehensive reports regarding projects, programs, situational and sectorial analysis of humanitarian work in Somaliland
Ø Responsible for staff capacity building including grant writing, communication and reporting skills
Ø Update policies of the organization as well as to ensure proper filling and editing of resolutions and manuals
Ø Maintain program and fundraising data collection tool and matrix.
Qualifications
Essentials
Has a master level or is currently engaged in a degree in international relationship, development studies, political science, social science or other relevant courses.
Has at least 1 year previous experience in a programmatic capacity preferably in the NGO/Association sector with knowledge of log frame, Proposal Writing and Project Management Cycle
Has the ability to be independent in its work and respect deadlines.
Fluent Knowledge of writing and speaking in English
knowledge and capacity to use Microsoft Office software’s
Desirable
Has the ability to work well under pressure and to seek and synthesize information and communicate in a compelling and succinct form.
Previous experience in donors and project report writing
Previous knowledge and/or experience with advocacy activities and cluster system environment
Previous experience in providing capacity building trainings to professional staff
Previous experience in creating communication materials
Capacity to work well with a multicultural team in a challenging context
Knowledge of Somali
Duration/Stipend/Accommodation
The duration of the internship is 6 months. The position is full-time and expected to start in September 2017.
A stipend is offered throughout the internship period
Accommodation as well Food and on site Medical Insurance will be provided by SOYDAVO successful applicant. The contract is for 6 months and working hours will be in accordance with local standards.
How to apply :
Please submit a cover letter, a CV, and 2 referees with contact details to soydavo2003@yahoo.com or admin@soydavo.org. Only shortlisted applicants meeting the requirements will be considered and contact via email in the week following the closing date. Past this time you can consider your application refused. SOYDAVO is an equal opportunity employer and applicants for this position will be examine without regard to gender, race, color, religion, creed, nationality and/or age. For further information regarding the organization please visit SOYDAVO’s website: www.soydavo.org