The Sector Coordinator for Governance is responsible for the management of CARE's governance portfolio in Haiti. S/He is expected to provide leadership in the areas of strategy and program development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation for the emerging governance portfolio. In addition, the governance sector coordinator will work with his/her counterparts in mainstreaming good governance as a cross-cutting issue in other programs, addressing the underlying causes of poverty in Haiti related to the enabling environment and social exclusion.

In the aftermath of the devastating earthquake that struck the Port au Prince area, there is increased awareness for the need to deconcentrate and decentralize social services and create new economic opportunities elsewhere in the country. Likewise, increased opportunities may arise to significantly engage in governance work in the areas directly affected by the earthquake. The governance sector coordinator will play a key role to in identifying such opportunities, build new partnerships and alliances and develop a cutting edge portfolio while ensuring the pre-earthquake portfolio continues its positive evolution. This is an exciting opportunity for a resourceful professional, who is a good teamplayer, promoting integration and excellence.

STRATEGY & PROGRAM DESIGN AND RESOURCE MOBILIZATION:
• Conduct assessments of current situation and initiatives in collaboration with local partners and specialists, with a particular emphasis on gender and diversity. Determine priorities, available resources and potential activities, building on current CARE experiences in local development and decentralization
• Work with the ACD, other sector coordinators, CARE's Governance Team and partners and other stakeholders to develop a governance program strategy which builds on existing programs as well as the initial response to the earthquake, to address the most critical underlying causes of poverty and social injustice;
• Work with peers and other CARE staff to identify appropriate approaches and mechanisms to incorporate and mainstream good governance in other CARE programs, including setting CARE advocacy ageda for Haiti;
• Lead resource mobilization activities for the governance program, by identifying funding opportunities and developing appropriate partnerships, and developing high quality proposals and budgets;
• Promote ongoing learning from other organizations and other CARE offices
PLANNING, MONITORING AND EVALUATION
• Ensure preparation of appropriate implementation plans for all projects and initiatives under coordinator's supervision;
• Establish monitoring and evaluation plans in coordination with DM&E staff, ensure that data collection and analysis process meet management and reporting needs of the governance program;
• Participate actively in implementation - regularly visiting program operations, partner organizations and related government entities; Ensure gender is fully considered and women are enabled to influence decision-making around governance issues;
• Ensure that monitoring and evaluation proceses for governance work enhance accountability of the governance team's work vis-à-vis the communities with whom we work as well as other stakeholders (civil society, donors and government counterparts);
• Ensure donor and government reporting (narrative and financial) is done according to high quality standards and in a timely manner;
• Support the project managers in the elaboration and management of the budgets. Regularly monitor the budgets in order to make corrective decisions. Review the financial reports in order to guarantee their quality and timely submission;
• Participate in and contribute to country office wide program quality and impact initiatives and pro-actively use organizational M&E systems and processes (e.g. OPL, UBORA), emphasizing learning and knowledge sharing.
STAFF MANAGEMENT
• Establish effective staffing structure for the governance program, promote team work and integration with other parts of the organization;
• Review and update job descriptions. Recruit, develop and retain high quality and committed staff and that they are aware of and follow CARE policies, procedures and systems.
• Clarify expectations of all team members, in particular of direct reports. Provide ongoing feedback and coaching to optimize performance and commitment, taking corrective action if and when needed.
• Delegate both program, program support and finance responsibilities to appropriate level staff and hold them accountable.
FINANCIAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE MANAGEMENT

• Closely collaborate with Program Support and Finance departments to ensure staff is aware and familiar with financial and administrative requirements and procedures, plan, solve problems and ensure the most effective and efficient use of resources.
* Ensure budgets, procurement plans, requisitions and service requests are developed and shared in a timely manner for all projects and proposals.
* Monitor expenditures against budget, take corrective action as needed.
* Ensure sub-agreements, MoUs etc are consistent with CARE policy
EXTERNAL RELATIONS
• Establish and maintain solid relations with: officials, donors, international and national NGOs, CBOs and other civil society organizations.
• Represent CARE in fora and networks
• Build relations with CARE staff at other CO's, the region and CI;
• Participate in developing and maintaining a good visibility of CARE with regard to governance issues.
• Integrate and actively support networks of peer organizations
Perform other duties as assigned.

Master's Degree in social or political science, applied governance or gender studies.
5 to 10 years of experience in program management in similar area
Exellent command of French and English, Creole is a plus
Excellent management and oral and written communication skills
Strong skills in team management and facilitation
Ability to work under stress
Ability to take strategic decisions
Financial management knowledge
Promotes innovation
Advocacy skills and experience
Cross-cultural communication skills
Technical Skills
• Knowledge and experience of humanitarian and development policy and advocacy in complex settings;
• Excellent skills in written and spoken English and French
• Extensive conceptual skills including development of program strategy
• Demonstrated skills in program design (including proposal development), implementation and evaluation
• Demonstrated leadership and interpersonal skills
• Strong representation and negotiation skills
• Demostrated cross cultural communication skills

Cover Letter + Resume + Employment Letter

2010-08-31