Job Description

Oxfam is a global movement of people working together to end the injustice of poverty. That means we tackle the inequality that keeps people poor. Together we save, protect and rebuild lives. When disaster strikes, we help people build better lives for themselves, and for others. We take on issues like land rights, climate change and discrimination against women. And we won’t stop until every person on the planet can enjoy life free from poverty.

We are an international confederation of 19 organizations (affiliates) working together with partners and local communities in the areas of humanitarian, development and campaigning, in more than 90 countries.

Oxfam’s work in Somalia and Somaliland covers both humanitarian and development spheres, with most programming delivered in Hargeisa and eastern Somaliland, both directly and with partners. The humanitarian component focuses on delivery of water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH), food security (particularly cash grants) and protection, in response to persistent, intense drought that has decimated livelihoods – primarily pastoralism, and caused mass displacement. The development component focuses on women and youth empowerment, economic inclusion, influence in decision-making and access to justice, primarily through three multi-year programmes.

All our work is led by Six core values: Empowerment, Accountability, Inclusiveness. To read more about our values please click here

Oxfam is committed to preventing any type of unwanted behavior at work including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity and financial misconduct; and committed to promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. Oxfam expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment through our code of conduct. We place a high priority on ensuring that only those who share and demonstrate our values are recruited to work for us.

Note: All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and may be subject to appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records and terrorism finance checks.

BACKGROUND:

Somalia faced consecutive poor rainy seasons and recently river and flash flooding, particularly in Baladwayne and other districts. The flooding has led to large-scale displacement, causing immense destruction to homes, livelihoods, and infrastructure. This has made life even more difficult for people who were already struggling due to poverty and conflict, mainly IDPs.The government and other organizations have been working hard to help those affected by the flooding. However, more help is needed to ensure that everyone who has been affected can get the support they need. Oxfam is one

of the many NGOs providing immediate assistance to the people in Baladwayn, Baardheere, Baidoa and other locations. Overall, the impact of flooding in Somalia has been devastating, causing immense suffering to the people.

DIMENSIONS:

• Strengthen alliance building and develop cooperation with partners and stakeholders during WASH projects implementation.
• Managing/ supervising resources within defined boundaries or a specialist area, which may include people, assets and/or budgets.
• Providing professional advice to managers and partners on areas of work covered in their remit.
• Influences the development of strategy and ensures and supports operational implementation.
• Provide capacity building support for Oxfam PHE assistants and local partners.
• Develops solutions to diverse and complex problems within organisational policy.
• Interprets and applies operational and specialist information in a variety of formats from a variety of sources.
• Flexibility to anticipate and resolve challenges within corporate or divisional parameters, with moderate scope.
• Contribute to and influence partners operational planning.
• Influence Oxfam and partner’s managers, and staff working in the response to develop effective networks with external bodies.

Experiences and Qualifications

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

• Degree in relevant engineering discipline (Civil / Water, Sanitation, Hydraulic Engineering) from a recognized academic institution.
• Proven ability & experience in planning and implementing PHE programmes, constructions (both in emergency response / recovery and long-term development) – Minimum 3 years preferably in South and central regions of Somalia.
• Proven technical skills in use of computer aided drawing software (ArchCAD and AutoCAD)
• Proven experience of project cycle management
• Proven experience of mentoring and capacity building of team / partners including training facilitation skills
• Knowledge of and commitment to humanitarian principles (NGO / Red cross code of conduct) and with Sphere humanitarian charter and minimum standards
• Fluent in Somali and English language (speaking and writing)
• Excellent knowledge about importance of integrated approach (PHE / PHP / Livelihood) for drought risk management
• Experience of working with local partners including local authorities
• Influencing and negotiation skills with internal and external audiences and confident representation skills Proven experience in gender analysis and integrating gender & diversity into programmes.
• Flexibility and ability to work under pressure and meeting deadlines in changing situations.
• Good knowledge and experience on working with local partner agencies with a capacity of providing formal and informal training to Oxfam and partner staff.
• Good oral and written reporting skills.
• Diplomacy, tact and negotiating skills.
• Personnel management skills.
• Good communication skills and ability to work well in a team.
• Ability to work well under pressure and in response to changing needs.

Skills Required

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