The Procurement/Logistics Officer will work closely with TIS functional teams to include and not limited to the program and grants team, the program grantees and vendors to support the above-referenced program objectives.
The Transition Initiatives for Stabilization (TIS), funded by United States Agency for International Development (USAID) responds to the complex crisis that has evolved in Somalia and self-declared region of Somaliland. The overall program goal is to mitigate conflict; to promote stability and community cohesion, and to strengthen citizens’ relationships with their government officials.
The Procurement/Logistics Officer will work closely with TIS functional teams to include and not limited to the program and grants team, the program grantees and vendors to support the above-referenced program objectives.
The work of Procurement/Logistics Officer requires detailed knowledge of Somali culture, highly developed collaboration and networking skills and the exercise of discretion, judgment, and personal responsibility.
EDUCATION
-University degree in Business Administration, International Relations, International Development or appropriate field.
WORK EXPERIENCE
-Experience working in a complex and challenging field operation in unstable developing countries to include work in either humanitarian, transitional, or general development programmatic areas;
-Experience in training teams;
-Experience setting up systems and office procurement;
-Familiarity with audit processes preferred;
-Experience with compliance, budgeting, financial management, and competitive procurement;
-Previous experience working in Somalia highly sought;
-In addition, must be flexible, willing to perform assigned and additional duties and work irregular hours under unpredictable conditions.
SKILLS
-Demonstrated expertise working in Somalia on socio-political and culture issues.
-Demonstrated integrity and adherence to highest ethical standards.
-Excellent interpersonal skills and an ability to manage a diverse range of professional relationships essential.
LANGUAGES
-English and Somali language fluency required.
Base of Operations:
-Nairobi (1 position); Hargeisa (1 position); Galmudug (1 position); Puntland (1 position)
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The Transition Initiatives for Stabilization (TIS), funded by United States Agency for International Development (USAID) responds to the complex crisis that has evolved in Somalia and self-declared region of Somaliland. The overall program goal is to mitigate conflict; to promote stability and community cohesion, and to strengthen citizens’ relationships with their government officials.
TIS is recruiting for the position of Project Advisor, based in Hargeisa. Under the direct supervision of the Senior Project Advisor, based in Hargeisa, the successful candidate will be responsible for the development, implementation and monitoring of TIS grant activities in his/her area of responsibility. The Project Advisor will work closely with the relevant and appropriate Somaliland entities at the regional and district level.
EDUCATION
-University degree in law, international relations, governance, development or a related field, or related field such as economics
WORK EXPERIENCE
-Minimum of three yearsof professional experience or equivalent in the field of governance and development.
-Minimum of two yearsspecific experience in the field of development with project design, implementation and management.
-Experience in community participation and consensus-building projects.
-Thorough knowledge and understanding of government structures and current development planning in Somaliland, and especially Hargeisa.
-Demonstrated capacity to understand and analyze the national, regional, and local political context in Somaliland, and especially Hargeisa.
-Capacity to communicate in English verbally and written.
-Flexibility in working hours and ability to work under pressure.
-Experience in municipalities and underserved areas.
-Have experience writing and presenting reports formal reports.
SKILLS.
-A drive for results in a high-volume, quick-paced program environment; creativity and analytical capability required to respond to evolving program demands and current events.
-Excellent computer skills, including MS Office suite.
-Excellent interpersonal skills and an ability to manage a diverse range of professional relationships essential.
LANGUAGES
-English and Somali language fluency required.
Base of Operations:
-Hargeisa, Somaliland
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The Transition Initiatives for Stabilization (TIS), funded by United States Agency for International Development (USAID) responds to the complex crisis that has evolved in Somalia and self-declared region of Somaliland. The overall program goal is to mitigate conflict; to promote stability and community cohesion, and to strengthen citizens’ relationships with their government officials.
TIS is recruiting for the position of Senior Engineer, based in Hargeisa. The Senior Engineer, under the direction of the Senior Grants Manager, is responsible for providing technical oversight of the execution and quality QA/QC of the various infrastructure subprojects within the scope of the TIS DAI project, as well as ensuring that all infrastructure subprojects are undertaken within all relevant national and regional laws of Somalia and within all relevant regulations of the US Government, including environmental compliance. The Senior Engineer will be required to travel extensively to Somalia, including rural areas.
EDUCATION
-Degree in Civil Engineering.
-Other training or certification is preferred.
WORK EXPERIENCE
-7-10 years experience in construction management, design and planning.
-Demonstrated ability to handle technical aspects of managing construction activities for infrastructure sub-projects.
-Ability to read and interpret drawing, specifications and assist with the development of material take-offs and scope of work preparation.
-Capacity to communicate in English verbally and written.
-Flexibility in working hours and ability to work under pressure.
-Experience with infrastructure in municipalities and underserved areas.
-Be able to operate and travel in an international military environment.
-Have experience writing and presenting reports formal reports.
-Capacity to use a computer programs such as AutoCad, Adobe, MS Word and Excel.
-Willingness to work closely, as needed, with national and international military forces.
SKILLS
-Demonstrated expertise working on infrastructure in Somalia preferred.
-Management and mentoring skills.
-Solid foundation in best practices for engineering and construction.
-Understanding of US Government environmental regulations for USG-funded construction highly sought.
-Excellent interpersonal skills and an ability to manage a diverse range of professional relationships essential.
LANGUAGES
-English and Somali language fluency required.
Base of Operations:
-Hargeisa, Somaliland with extensive travel to Somalia
