Deadline: Jul 17, 2013 Description
Compassion International is an evangelical Christian Child Development NGO that for over sixty years has existed as an advocate for children, to release them from poverty and enable them to become responsible and fulfilled Christian ADULTS. The organization wishes to recruit individuals for the following positions:
JOB TITLE: Health Specialist PT1Reporting Relationships: The Health Specialist reports to the Partner Training and Support Manager.Job Summary
The Health Specialist interprets and contextualizes global physical development outcomes and indicators in the three core ministries. Supports the implementation of health as a subject matter expert, collaborator in curriculum development, and group-level trainer. Monitors and evaluates physical development outcomes, indicators and activities.Core Duties and Responsibilities
1. Has a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Is a consistent witness for Jesus Christ, maintains a courteous, Christ-like attitude in dealing with people within and outside of Compassion and faithfully upholds Compassion’s ministry in prayer.
2. Working within one’s influence, serves as an advocate for children around the world who live in poverty and are not able to speak out for themselves. This includes being informed about the issues of children and influencing others to care about children who are in need.
3. Interprets and contextualizes global physical development and health parameters as captured in the PFM.
4. Available as subject matter resource to PF’s, CSP Specialists, LDP staff, trainers, and other staff. Delivers content to PF’s, trainers, and other stakeholders and maintains expertise on physical development and health theory and practices.
5. Works with PF and industry resources to identify needs, resources and trends. Networks with professional counterparts and identifies possible resources and alliances to benefit three core ministries.
6. Supports, as a part of the Training and Support Department, the development and implementation of physical development and health curriculum for the three core ministries (where applicable).
7. Participates in the design and utilization of the Monitoring and Evaluation Process for physical development outcomes. Collaborates with key stakeholders and analyzes reports and epidemiological trends.
8. Delivers learning opportunities within the health specialization. Delivers training on different platforms/ blended learning to mid-to-large group events.
Secondary Duties and Responsibilities (To be determined by each country office)
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required
1. Mature Christian, based on evangelical Christian values; a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and above reproach in integrity and honesty.
2. University master’s level degree, or equivalent experience, in Public Health, human medicine or Nursing.
3. Three years’ experience in primary and preventative health care field.
4. Ability to effectively train non-medical personnel in basic health subjects and help lay leadership adapt best practices to the local context.
5. Ability to integrate and analyze health data and provide clear reporting, interpretation and recommendations on health strategies.
6. Ability to network and build partnership opportunities with other organizations.
7. Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal abilities to develop support with the staff and to interact with churches and partner projects.
8. Computer literate, experience with the internet, applications of Microsoft Office and presentation software.
9. Ability to speak, read and write English, including the demonstrated ability to write professionally presented proposals.
10. Maintains current/valid driver’s license.
Working Conditions
The above statements are intended to describe the essential functions of this job. It may be necessary for a person to perform other tasks as needed. There will be limited travel.
JOB TITLE: Field-Based Partnership Facilitator PP1Reporting and Accountability Relationships: The Field- Based Partnership Facilitator reports to the Partnership Facilitator Supervisor and there is accountability to the church partners through the Partnership Agreement.Job Summary
The Field-Based Partnership Facilitator is the key link in the relationship with the local church and the cornerstone in Compassion’s strategy to build up the capacity of the local church for holistic child development. Works with the church partner to pursue the common vision and goals reflected in the child/CSP mother-child, sponsor/donor and partner development outcomes. Responsible for Compassion’s side of the partnership relationship as reflected in the Program Field Manual (PFM) and relates with church partners in a manner characterized by mutual respect, trust, and service. Resides in or near a cluster of project partners and works from a home-based office.Core Duties and Responsibilities
1. Has a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and is a strong Christian witness who demonstrates a courteous, Christ-like attitude in dealing with people within and outside of Compassion, and also faithfully upholds Compassion’s ministry in prayer.
2. Acts as an advocate for children by raising awareness of the needs and potential of children in poverty by challenging and enabling those within his/her influence to greater involvement and effectiveness on behalf of children.
3. Serves the local church partner with a vision to build its capacity to achieve effective, holistic child development.
a. Casts vision and develops collaborative relationships with the pastor, Church Partner Committee and Project Director.
b. Acts as Compassion’s primary liaison to the Church Partner. Understands and is sensitive to its needs, and represents them in the country office.
c. Facilitates a relationship characterized by mutual respect, trust and service that helps to build the capacity of the church as reflected by the Partner Development Outcomes.
d. Provides consultation and technical advice for the Church Partner in how to accomplish Child Development and Sponsor/Donor Outcomes, and
facilitates internal and external resources to support them. Does this in a differentiated manner according to the partner’s maturity.
e. Carries out regular visits to the Church Partner.
4. Manages Compassion’s requirements as well as its obligations to the church within the partnership relationship.
a. Coordinates the process leading to the signing of the Partnership Agreement.
b. Ensures that the partnership addresses Child/CSP mother-child, Sponsor/Donor and Partner Outcomes and meets the standards in the Program Field Manual (PFM) and the Sponsor and Donor Ministry Field Manual.
c. Facilitates the development of the Partner Planning and Budgeting Form (PPBF) of the Church Partner each year which includes the planning for the Child Development through Sponsorship Program (CDSP), the Child Survival Program (CSP) and Complementary Interventions (CIV), which are activities that supplement and enhance CDSP and CSP.
d. Assists the project with writing CIV proposals for individual projects and for clusters.
e. Manages the growth in number of registered children in CDSP and in CSP within each project.
f. Identifies partner training and consultancy needs, and mobilizes the Training and Support Department to provide these services.
g. Coordinates CIV and Short-Term Mission Trip activities at the Church Partner and cluster level.
h. Takes responsibility for project status changes between the country office and the Church Partner.
i. Follows-up on all aspects of the partnership relationship including documentation for sponsors and donors; audit findings; individual, family and
project gifts; and the hosting of sponsor visits.
5. Conducts Monitoring, Evaluation and Reporting activities for project partnerships.
a. Monitors and evaluates progress against the Child/ CSP mother-child, Sponsor/Donor and Partner
Development Outcomes through the regular reporting of the church partner. Works with the church partner to set targets for the outcome
indicators.
b. Evaluates fulfillment of requirements outlined in the Partnership Agreement through regular project visits and the use of the Partnership Grading Tool.
c. Monitors progress against the annual PPBF through regular project reporting and visits.
d. Prepares written reports of regular project visits which include: objectives, results, structured contact time with Church Partners, and progress on functional follow-up items.
e. Works closely with the Church Partner to help them learn how to regularly monitor, evaluate and use critical project and child information.
6. Facilitates collaborative relationships within a cluster of partnerships. Carries out cluster-level meetings to facilitate relationships and shared learning. Identifies and mobilizes Church Partners who can help in training other Church Partners.
7. Carries out the partner selection process in alignment with the formal process and criteria of the country office.
8. Engages effectively with country office and prepares regular reporting. Participates in regular coordination meetings and travels to field office regularly.
9. Submits to local accountability group or individual (i.e. Church Group, Pastor, Church Leader).
Secondary Duties and Responsibilities (To be determined by each country office)
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required
1. Christian maturity characterized by a strong Christian testimony, a heart for ministry, and knowledge of the Scriptures.
2. Bachelor’s degree is required with a preference towards field-related Social Sciences, Christian Ministry or Management.
3. A minimum of three years professional or intensive volunteer experience relevant to managing Christian ministry and/or other service activities.
4. Strong interpersonal relationship skills conducive to utilizing facilitation, collaboration and negotiation and establishing trusting relationships with a wide variety of people.
5. Mature, self sufficient, self motivated and has an ability to be productive with only occasional supervision.
6. Willingness to live in and relate with the communities we are serving.
7. Willingness to submit to local church authority.
8. Good leadership, general management, and problem solving skills. Ability to reflect Compassion’s Leadership Principles.
9. Customer service orientation.
10. Ability and desire to learn new things.
11. Excellent written communication skills, especially reporting, and strong verbal communication skills.
12. Comfort with using IT and Internet technology in remote and unique environments.
13. Committed to working with the broad spectrum of Evangelical denominations and churches.
14. Ability to travel domestically and be away from home for up to two weeks at time and no more than 100 nights in a year. Travel will vary downward depending on the location of church partners and whether or not the person is field-based.
15. Maintains current/valid driver’s license.
Working Conditions
The above statements are intended to describe the essential functions of this job. It may be necessary for a person to perform other tasks as needed.
JOB TITLE: Business Services Supervisor AM1Reporting Relationships: The Business ServicesSupervisor reports to the Ministry Services Manager.Job Summary
Supervises day-to-day purchasing, facilities and fleet operations to ensure effective management of physical resources.Core Duties and Responsibilities
1. Has a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Is a consistent witness for Jesus Christ, maintains a courteous, Christ-like attitude in dealing with people within and outside of Compassion and faithfully upholds Compassion’s ministry in prayer.
2. Working within one’s influence, serves as an advocate for children around the world who live in poverty and are not able to speak out for themselves. This includes being informed about the issues of children and influencing other to care about children who are in need.
3. Oversees purchasing and service contracts. Selects and manages ongoing relationships with external suppliers (for example: cleaning, maintenance contractors, equipment and furniture vendors, landscaping and others) to ensure the organization receives satisfactory standards of service. Conducts regular cost comparisons and open bidding on services and supplies.
4. Manages country office vehicle fleet. Ensures regular maintenance of vehicles. Coordinates scheduling and availability of vehicles.
5. Supervises facility utilization and maintenance. Works toward optimal utilization of office space and compliance with Compassion global facility guidelines as appropriate. Ensures healthy and clean facility. Responsible to provide security measures to create/ maintain a safe and secure office environment. Oversees security personnel and contracts.
6. Supervise a team of support staff to ensure a safe, secure, healthy and clean working environment.
Secondary Duties and Responsibilities (To be determined by each country office)
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required
1. Mature Christian person, based on evangelical Christian values; has a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and is above reproach in integrity and honesty.
2. University degree in Business Management/ Administration or comparable work experience.
3. Supervisory experience.
4. Knowledge and experience in facilities management including basic maintenance knowledge of generators, vehicles and physical buildings.
5. Strong organization and coordination skills.
6. Customer service mentality.
7. Maintains current/valid driver’s license.
Working Conditions
Exposure to safety and disease hazards relevant to the local office. Working with people and Compassion’s guests. The above statements are intended to describe the essential functions of this job. It may be necessary for a person to perform other tasks as needed.
JOB TITLE: Sponsor & Donor Services Associate AS2Reporting Relationships: The SDS Associate and Sr. SDS Associate reports to the SDS Supervisor.Job Summary
The Sponsor & Donor Services Associate processes child sponsorship, Child Survival, Leadership Development and other field program communication resources in an accurate and timely manner.Core Duties and Responsibilities
1. Has a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Is a consistent witness for Jesus Christ, maintains a courteous, Christ-like attitude in dealing with people within and outside of Compassion and faithfully upholds Compassion’s ministry in prayer.
2. Working within one’s influence, serves as an advocate for children around the world who live in poverty and are not able to speak out for themselves. This includes being informed about the issues of children and influencing others to care about children who are in need.
3. Coordinates with Partnership Facilitators and LDP Specialist in the gathering of communications resources from the Church Partner. Provides production schedules with deadlines as well as feedback on the quality of information received.
4. Collaborates with other Program Communications team members, Program Specialists and LDP Specialists for various communications information processing.
5. Generates, organizes, records, and tracks child, mother-child unit (CSP) and student (LDP) information and correspondence documents. Monitors quality of documents and prepares them for entry into the database for dispatching. Assists with other clerical tasks such as filing, copying, sorting and recording.
6. Produce electronic child information data by entering child and sponsorship data into database. Produces database reports and maintains computer files.
7. Performs other tasks as assigned by the SDS Supervisor.
Secondary Duties and Responsibilities (To be determined by each country office)
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required
1. Mature Christian person, based on evangelical Christian values; has a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and is above reproach in integrity and honesty.
2. Bachelor of Information Technology or equivalent related qualification
3. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
4. Achievement orientation to quality, quantity and timeliness.
5. Self-motivated.
6. Teamwork oriented.
7. Strong attention to detail.
8. Experience with Microsoft Office and ability to type well.
Working Conditions
Exposure to safety and disease hazards relevant to the local office. Working with people and Compassion’s guests. The above statements are intended to describe the essential functions of this job. It may be necessary for a person to perform other tasks as needed.
Application Package: A cover letter, recommendation from your previous employer if applicable, detailed curriculum vitae, 3 professional references, reference letter from your current Pastor, copies of academic qualification documents. Applications should reach the undersigned latest by Wednesday 17th July 2013 5:00pm (Closing Date). Write To: The Sr. Human Resources Specialist, Compassion International, P.O.Box 8936 Kampala – Uganda. Indicate the position applied for on the right hand corner of the envelope. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews
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