Head Of Mission Advisor (Port Sudan) – MSF Spain

Job Description

Salary	2434 USD
Reports to	Head of Mission
Location	Port Sudan with field visits
Closing date	12/11/2023

Main Purpose

Together with the Head of Mission and the Coordination Team participate in the analysis and follow-up of humanitarian context and security situation. Advising, participating, and when requested, representing the HoM with regard to relevant national partners/stakeholders. Support the Mission in understanding the present and the evolving environment, power structures, and changing dynamics. Support in the development, implementation, and maintenance of a networking and communication strategy, ensuring contacts with authorities, local communities, and external actors. Participating and advising the HoM in the preparation of the overall planning of operations, including the review and update of the country policy, and action plan.

Accountabilities

• Undertake country-level actor mapping looking at national, provincial, and regional (as relevant) authorities and conflict dynamics and support HoM(s) with context analysis.
• Develop and maintain a network of contacts in order to share information on the context, follow trends, and identify new risks and threats.
• Gain an understanding of how MSF is perceived by health professionals, the population, and relevant actors.
• Produce context analysis briefings highlighting the latest social, economic, political, and security trends with (potential) impact on humanitarian contexts generally and MSF specifically. 
• Analyze the impact of local dynamics on project staff’s safety and security as well as the impact on the population at large.
• In his/her advisory capacity, review, propose updates, and advise the HoM in implementing the Country Security Plan, risk analysis/risk reduction measures, in accordance with MSF Security Policy.
• Assist the HoM in the dissemination of relevant context information to the coordination team, regularly inform them on key issues, update general information on the context for MSF internal documents, and advise on cultural appropriateness of organizational activities and individual behaviors.
• Support the HoM in official representation. Upon delegation, represent MSF in meetings.
• Participate actively in the negotiation of access, and identify gaps that prevent MSF from operating. 
• Liaise with local potential stakeholders and help the HoM to create, reinforce, and maintain links with all actors.
• Advise on and be involved in the negotiations, finalization, and maintenance of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between MSF and the Government / any other institution involved. 
• On request of the HoM, fill gaps and participate in the elaboration of different mission strategic documents, contributing to the mission´s strategic planning and objectives.
• Raise security awareness among the staff through regular meetings.
• Write up reports on each security incident affecting MSF personnel and monitor its aftermath.
  Introduce actor-mapping methodology that can be independently maintained (regularly updated and improved) for each project. 
• Support and coach Coordination team members and Project Coordinators, on culturally sensitive manner of representation to local contacts, provide advice and support as needed evolution/challenges faced.

Others Accountabilities:

• Understand, adhere and respect the MSF charter and the organization’s principles
• OCBA HoM Advisor will be based in Port Sudan, traveling to Wad Madani and other locations upon request.
• HoM advisor in Sudan has a very strong component of representation with the authorities to get permits, visas, visits assessments, etc. Strong communication skills are required 
• Experience working in the country is required – Demonstrated capacity for analysis and networking
• Experience in security management is an asset
• Produce context analysis briefings and reports highlighting the latest contextual and humanitarian trends by carrying on in-depth analysis at the national and regional level
• Develop and deliver cultural briefings for the new international staff.
• Elaborate reports as requested by HoM
• Flexible in performing tasks not covered in his/her job description and providing support to other departments if necessary

Requirements

Education	University Degree desirable in Political Science, Social Sciences, Business/Economy or Law
Experience	– Mandatory: 2 years experience with a humanitarian organization in the operations/administration area. program, etc. with a strong understanding of the different administration systems of the country and/or previous experience dealing with authorities/administration. – Desirable previous experience with MSF preferably as HAO, Dep PC, PC, HoM support/assistant, Dep HoM, or HoM.
Languages	Mission language is essential. (English & Arabic).
Knowledge	– Computer proficiency in MS Excel and Word – Good analytical skills, also with figures, social and economic data – Compulsory Excellent communication and diplomatic skills, including writing skills.
Competencies	Strategic vision Leadership People Management and Development Service Orientation Teamwork and Cooperation

How to Apply?

• Interested candidates are requested to send their CVs & copies of educational and experience certificates to the Labour Office, Port Sudan, in a sealed envelope mentioning (MSF Spain – application for Head Of Mission Advisor).
• Please, write in your application: MSF-SPAIN Head Of Mission Advisor.