Technical Lead - Disaster Risk Reduction

Technical Lead - Disaster Risk Reduction

Contract: One year

Contract Type: Fixed Term – International.

Location: South Sudan (Juba)

Start Date: Subject to Funding

Job Profile

CAFOD & Trócaire in Partnership (CTP)/CAFOD was awarded an FCDO funded South Sudan Humanitarian & Resilience Prgramme (SSHARP) -THRIVE Programme in Greater Upper, South Sudan as part of a consortium led by GOAL. The THRIVE Programme aims to bolster resilience in conflict and climate affected communities in Greater Upper Nile (GUN). The consortium is led by GOAL, in partnership with Mercy Corps, CTP/CAFOD, VSF-Germany and local implementing partners. The incumbent will, in alignment with CTP/ CAFOD’s strategic framework and the THRIVE Consortium Programme, lead Output 2 of the Programme, which aims to ensure that targeted communities have improved risk management and preparedness capacities to adapt to climate-related shocks and stresses.

The THRIVE Consortium programme is targeting eight priority counties in Upper Nile, Unity and Jonglei States over four years, THRIVE will reach approximately 120,000 households with gender-responsive and inclusive livelihoods development, market system strengthening, financial inclusion, women’s economic empowerment, climate adaptation and social cohesion activities.

The Technical Lead is a member of THRIVE Consortium Technical Management Team, collaborating and reporting to CTP/CAFOD Head of Programme and Matrix management of the THRIVE Project Director (CoP-GOAL). The incumbent will coordinate and collaborate with Social Cohesion and Peace Building Technical Lead of CTP and consortium agencies components leads. The Technical Lead will be responsible for providing technical support and leadership on Climate Change Adaptation (CCA), Anticipatory Action (AA), Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) and Early Warning Systems (EWS) thematic areas to the four consortium agencies and assume responsibility for delivery of CTP/CAFOD components of THRIVE, ensuring Programme Quality as per the Consortium Member’s and CTP/CAFOD standards and expectations.

Essential Job Functions

• Attain Output 2 programme goals and objectives through the development, implementation, reviews, presentation, and management of workplan plan and activities.
• Recommend and lead the implementation of programme priorities and explore, evaluate and present new opportunities that leverage impact and/ or complement core activities.
• Provide technical oversight, quality assurance and support to the THRIVE Consortium Programme on Disaster Risk Reduction, Early Warning System, Anticipatory Action, and Climate Change Adaptation contributing to the overall Programme Goal and Theory of Change under the FCDO-funded THRIVE Consortium Programme and CTP/CAFOD.
• Develop professional and productive working relationships and communication channels across the THRIVE consortium management and CTP/CAFOD teams.
• Create efficient and productive communication channels between the THRIVE consortium and the CTP/CAFOD country programme.
• Overall responsibility for the planning, implementation and reporting of Output 2 to the CTP/CAFOD HoP and THRIVE Project Director.
• Lead the development of CTP/CAFOD’s approach to embedding appropriate assessment, evaluations, learning and research and meeting both CTP/CAFOD and THRIVE Programme delivery expectations.

Job Scope

The post holder will be based in Juba with working arrangements of sitting in both GOAL (consortium lead office) and CTP/CAFOD office, based in Juba, with extensive travel to Greater Upper Nile, South Sudan to ensure quality consortium Programme delivery and technical capacity building of partners in the specific thematic area of the THRIVE Programme on DRR, EWS, AA and CCA. S/he works closely with other thematic advisers in the THRIVE Consortium Programme to ensure close synergy and complementarity across the Programme. The Disaster Risk Reduction and Climate Change Adaptation Technical Lead shall lead and manage CTP/CAFOD’s commitment in the THRIVE Consortium Programme through strategic planning, implementation, and oversight of DRR, EWS, AA and CCA initiatives within the THRIVE programme. This role involves working closely with Consortium Partners, Local Partners, Community stakeholders, and Government entities to ensure effective programme delivery and sustainability.

Accountability

• The post-holder reports to the Head of Programme and matrix management by Consortium Lead
• The post-holder has no line management responsibility

There may be a need to revise the management responsibilities based on other reasonable considerations.

Key Responsibilities

• Program Management:(20%)
  • Lead the planning, implementation, and monitoring of DRR, EWS, AA and CCA activities within the THRIVE program.
  • Ensure program activities are aligned with the strategic objectives of the organization and the FCDO-funded THRIVE program.
  • Coordinate with consortium members to facilitate the implementation of DRR, EWS, AA and CCA interventions, ensuring adherence to project timelines and budgets.
  • Manage all operations related to Output 2 according to the programme work plan, programme budget and implementation strategy within CTP/CAFOD, in close collaboration with Project Manager based in Malakal and Consortium Project Managers in GUN.
  • Ensure that there are fluent horizonal communication channels with other Outputs of THRIVE and vertical with Output 3 Technical Lead and CTP/CAFOD team, including other Consortium Technical Leads and across other programme outputs.
• Technical Leadership: (40%)
  • Provide technical expertise and guidance on DRR, EWS, Anticipatory Action and CCA to programme staff, consortium partners and stakeholders in alignment with CTP/ CAFOD’s tools and guidelines.
  • Develop and implement capacity-building initiatives across THRIVE Consortium Partners and community stakeholders on DRR, EWS, AA and CCA practices.
  • Ensure the integration of climate change considerations into all Programme activities and promote sustainable practices.
• Monitoring and Evaluation: (10%)
  • Develop and implement a robust M&E framework for DRR, EWS, AA and CCA activities, including the collection and analysis of data to measure programme impact.
  • Prepare and submit regular reports to the CTP/CAFOD Head of Programme and Consortium Lead, detailing progress, challenges, and achievements.
  • Conduct field visits to monitor the implementation of DRR, EWS, AA and CCA activities and provide feedback for continuous improvement.
• Partnership and Coordination: (10%)
  • Foster strong relationships with local NGOs, THRIVE consortium partners, government agencies, community leaders, and other stakeholders.
  • Represent the organization in relevant forums, networks, and coordination meetings related to DRR and climate change.
  • Collaborate with other programme managers to ensure integrated and cohesive programme delivery across different sectors.
• Resource Mobilization: (10%)
  • Identify and pursue funding opportunities to support and expand DRR, EWS, AA and CCA activities.
  • Contribute to the development of project proposals and donor reports related to DRR, EWS, AA and climate change adaptation.

• Internal and external representation: (10%)
  • In co-ordination with the Country Representative and the Head of Programmes, develop, nurture, and sustain relationships and effective communications with relevant stakeholders, consortium partners, including local government, national networks and other agencies working in/on South Sudan. This will include UN Cluster Coordination System
  • Represent CTP and Consortium in National and Field level UN Cluster forums and other interagency events as delegated for the purposes of coordination, collaboration, and networking with other stakeholders.

Key Competencies

Understanding our context

• Demonstrates an understanding of the Catholic Church.
• Demonstrates behaviour in line with CAFOD’s vision, mission, and values.
• Understanding international development: Understanding and experience of Emergency, resilience, and Peace Building programming and programme

Working together

• Skilled in working with people of varied backgrounds, cultures, and abilities.
• Builds collaborative relationships across CAFOD and with external partners, donors, and suppliers.
• Working with others/Communicating - Provides clear guidance and support to colleagues; ability to influence others (including senior managers) without direct authority and sometimes at a distance. 
• Promoting best practice while understanding the context.
• Adapting training and learning to suit the different audiences and delivering it in a sympathetic way (staff and partners).
• Managing ourselves, working with others; Communicating; Able to communicate with colleagues and partners at a distance.
• Looking outwards; Understanding of effective and values-based partnership work between northern and southern organisations and communities.

 Making change happen

• Can communicate complex issues simply and clearly to ensure understanding.
• Recognises what needs to be done, makes decisions and acts– even in challenging circumstances.
• Taking the lead - Provides a clear sense of direction and purpose for colleagues; motivates others to get things done.

Have the right attitude to get change done when it is very challenging to do so – understanding different approaches with different people and circumstances when to apply a different strategy, and being always respectful to achieve the change required

Job Specific Competencies

• Master’s degree in environmental science, Natural Resources Management, Agrometeorology, Agriculture, Rural Development, Livestock, Climate Change, Disaster Management, International Development, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of experience in managing DRR, EWS, AA and CCA programs, preferably in a humanitarian or development context.
• Proven experience working in consortium arrangements, technical capacity building of communities, partners, and community-based organizations.
• Strong understanding of the socio-political context of South Sudan and the challenges related to disaster risk reduction, early warning systems, anticipatory action, and climate change.
• Excellent project management skills, including planning, budgeting, Monitoring and Evaluation, adaptation and reporting.
• Strong technical knowledge of DRR and climate change adaptation strategies and practices.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain effective partnerships with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and writing skills in English.
• Ability to work in a challenging and dynamic environment, with frequent travel to remote areas.

Desirable:

• Previous experience working in South Sudan or similar contexts.
• Experience working in consortium arrangements.
• Experience with FCDO-funded projects.

Safeguarding for Children and Vulnerable Adults

CAFOD recognises the personal dignity and rights of children and vulnerable adults, towards whom it has a special responsibility and a duty of care and respect.  CAFOD, and all its staff and volunteers, undertake to do all in our power to create a safe environment for children, young people and vulnerable adults and to prevent their physical, sexual or emotional abuse.  CAFOD is committed to acting at all times in the best interests of children and vulnerable adults, seeing these interests as paramount.  Any candidate offered a job with CAFOD will be expected to adhere to CAFOD’s Safeguarding policy and sign CAFOD’s Code of Behaviour as an appendix to their contract of employment and agree to conduct themselves in accordance with the provisions of these documents. This post does not involve contact with children, young people and vulnerable adults or has responsibility for people who overall will do.

All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references, and appropriate screening checks can include criminal records and terrorism finance checks. CAFOD also participates in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this Scheme, we will request information from job applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms his/her understanding of these recruitment procedures.

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