Country: Solomon Islands
Closing date: 01 Dec 2014
Context of the positionHumanitarian issues faced by the population
• Isolated population, vulnerable to natural hazards and climate changePeople living in South Pacific islands are particularly vulnerable to natural disasters. The geographical dispersion of the islands, the lack of information on natural hazards (non-existent or unreliable warning systems), the lack of access to basic disaster response materials, and the difficulties in logistical supply are the major problems in this context. In addition, the Pacific is also one of the most vulnerable regions to the risks of disasters due to climate change. In the international scientific community, it is generally accepted that these small islands have characteristics that make them particularly vulnerable to the effects of climate change, rising sea levels and extreme weather events. Among other things, it is expected that the various manifestations of climate change have impacts on infrastructure, human settlements and coastal resources, biodiversity, land and water resources for many of these islands.
• An unresolved ethnic conflictSolomon Islands were a protectorate of the United Kingdom from 1890 until recent independence on 7 July 1978. This country had a turbulent history and was the scene of fierce fighting between the United States of America and Japan during World War II. Moreover, Solomon Islands have mostly been marked by a period of strong ethnic tensions between 1999 and 2003 with the populations of Malaita and Guadalcanal stemming mainly from land rivalries. This conflict caused the death of hundreds of people and displaced 20,000 others. Although the situation is now peaceful, the country still awaits the peace and reconciliation and tensions may resurface sporadically.
FRC past activities in country
Following the earthquake (magnitude 8.1) on April 2, 2007, a tsunami was generated, which impacted coastal populations. Gizo was the most affected and, because of a higher concentration of people, there were many displaced people, unlike other islands. In addition, many schools and health centers/hospitals were destroyed or damaged. FRC response to the emergency was funded by ECHO. At the same time, FRC opened a delegation in Vanuatu in June 2007 based in Port Vila. The main objective was to strengthen the capacity of the Vanuatu Red Cross and to support the development as well as monitor the possible humanitarian issues.At the end of 2009, an evaluation was carried out and a project targeting the most vulnerable population to natural disasters was presented and accepted by ECHO. Entitled “Together Becoming Resilient” (TBR), the project began in 2010 and ended in mid-June 2011. This regional project includes two countries: Solomon Islands and Vanuatu. In its second phase of implementation, the project’s main objective was community action to reduce the risks of natural disasters based on participatory approaches of the Red Cross movement. The third phase aimed to implement an exit strategy from the 24 targeted communities in the Solomon Islands and proposed innovative mechanisms for replication of CBDRR activities. In order to further replicate CBDRR activities, a fourth phase has started focusing on schools in Honiara and on Savo volcanic island.
Flash flood hit Honiara and Guadalcanal Province.At the beginning of April, Solomon Islands have faced another natural disaster. Flash floods caused the death of 22 people and the displacement of more than 10.000 people in 27 evacuation centers located in Honiara, affecting 52 000 people in Guadalcanal Province. The SIRCS (Solomon Islands Red Cross Society) was also affected. As all SIRCS and FRC Resources (Human and Logistics) were mobilized on the emergency response in April and May 2014, activities of the 4 ongoing projects had to be temporarily suspended. FRC is supporting the SIRCS and local related authorities in responding to the emergency through damage and needs assessments, and water and non-food items distributions. The IFRC launched an emergency appeal, including a 9 month-emergency response plan.
FRC activities todayThe FRC delegation in Solomon Islands is composed of a Head of Delegation and two Head of Projects, supported by an administrative, financial, and logistics coordinator. The delegation is based in Honiara, Solomon Islands’ capital city, on the island of Guadalcanal. Currently, three projects are underway:• 2 mitigation projects, called « Together Becoming Resilient – Supporting Community Planning for More Resilient Solomon Islands » also named “SCP 1” and “SCP 2”, funded by OFDA (Office of U.S. Foreign Disaster Assistance).• One community-based disaster risk reduction project called “Together Becoming Resilient : let’s be ready to face natural disasters!” – TBR4 for 18 months (August 2014 – February 2016). This project aims to reinforce Disaster Risk Reduction initiatives in schools in Honiara, improve coordination between SIRCS and NDMO to respond to disasters, and enhance communities’ resilience of Savo volcanic island (Central Province).
The positionOBJECTIVES OF THE POSITION: Complying to and applying the principles of RC/RC Movement (Humanity, Impartiality, Neutrality, Independence, Voluntary Service, Unity and Universality), and under the authority of the Head of Delegation based in Honiara, the Admin Log coordinator will:• strengthen and develop the Administration and Finance Department supported by the FRC in the SIRCS• monitor the activities of the Logistics DepartmentLine management:• Works under the direct responsibility of the Head of Delegation of Solomon islands.He/she is responsible hierarchically of:• 1 assistant accountant (SIRCS)• 1 logistician (SIRCS)He/she collaborates with the Admin/Log in Vanuatu promptly if necessary.• Collaborates internally with FRC project managers, and the Finance Officer and Manager of SIRCS.• Collaborates with FRC headquarters: Finance, Logistics, HR, Accounting and Donors departments.
• Collaborates externally with administrative authorities of Solomon Islands, financial institutions (banks) and other organizations.
TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:In close collaboration with the assistant accountant, he/she is responsible for:1 - Ensure the effective implementation of administrative procedures necessary for the proper functioning of the delegation in accordance with the FRC and donors’ guidelines:2 - Contribute to the administrative management of national human resources and line-manage the staff under his/her responsibility in accordance with the policies adopted by the SIRCS3 - Ensure accounting and financial management of the delegation, in collaboration with the support services of FRC HQ in Paris4 - Ensure cash control/management, in collaboration with Paris HQ support services5 - Ensure the budget management related to grant contracts of the delegation in collaboration with the project managers and the Head of Delegation:6 - Contribute to strengthen the capacity of partner national society in administrative and financial matters, in collaboration with Movement partners (ARC, IFRC ...)7 - Manage the delegation’s logistics activities: procurement, facilities management, fleet management, stocks and inventories, transportation…Profile of the candidate
LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY:• English: read, spoken, and written (working language with the SIRCS).• French is an asset
REQUIREMENTS: • Good knowledge of the Red Cross Movement• Ability to live on isolated islands• Rigor, integrity and confidentiality• Great sense of diplomacy, good capacity builder and patience• Adaptability and flexibility• Management and teamwork• Good analytic and synthesis skills• Good capacity of expression and public presentation• Ability to manage a high volume of work
SKILLS:• Administrator/Finance Officer profile• More than 2 years of international experience, if possible within the Red Cross Movement• Experience in logistics• Knowledge of FRC procedures strongly desired• Experience in financial and administrative management of a delegation in an international organization• Knowledge and/or experience of program donors (ECHO, EuropeAid, USAID) strongly desired• Good knowledge of Office package (Word, Excel, PPT, Internet, etc.).• Good knowledge of SAGA software• Experience in team management
EDUCATION:• Financial training, administrative, and humanitarian logistics
GENERAL CONDITIONS OF EXERCISE:• Possible field trips (support missions, training staff)
Position to be filled by: December 2014Location: Honiara - Solomon IslandsDuration: 12 months
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How to apply:
Candidates interested should apply directly through the FRC website:http://www.croix-rouge.fr/Je-m-engage/Travaillez-a-l-internationaland send their CV and CL
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