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Organization: Agro Pastoral Charity Organization (APCO
Position Title: Nutrition Nurse/OTP Nurse
Location/Duty Station: Afgoye District, Lower Shabelle
Announcing Date: 29/05/2023
Closing Date: 12/06/2023
Project Duration:12 months Contract with possibility of extension to availability of
funds and satisfactory job performance.
Commitment to Diversity: APCO is an equal opportunities employer.
Submission Email: info@agropastoral.org
Organizational Background

Agro Pastoral Charity Organization (APCO) is a local non-governmental, nonprofit making organization founded in 1998, which supports vulnerable
populations, affected by humanitarian crises in Somalia. APCO provides
continued support to vulnerable communities by ensuring the sustainability of
post-crisis interventions and engaging long-term challenges facing our target
populations, in order to break the poverty cycle, foster development and reduce
vulnerability to disasters. Their interventions seek to cover the multiple aspects
of humanitarian and development crises through a multidisciplinary approach
adapted to each context.
In partnership with Somali Humanitarian Fund (SHF), APCO is implementing a
Nutrition program, titled Provision of lifesaving nutrition assistance for droughtaffected population in Afgoye district, Lower Shabelle. So, APCO is looking for
a professionally confident, self-motivated, experienced and committed team
player to fill the Nutrition project manager.

Job Purpose
The nutrition Nurse will provide supplementary treatment for actual severe
malnutrition. He/She is expected to provide Hight standards of promoting
optimum nutrition for preventing malnutrition and working under the guidance
and supervision of the nutrition officer will be directly responsible for the day-today implementation of the project and ensure that every beneficiary receives an
adequate medical examination, the required routine and prescribed medication
and referral for additional treatment, as appropriate and according to the
protocols and will assist the nutrition Officer in supporting staff supervision and
follow of beneficiary referrals to Stabilization Centre

Activities

• To strictly follow IMAM guidelines
• To ensure that each beneficiary receives a routine medical examination
• To ensure that each beneficiary receives the routine medication
• To ensure that any beneficiary requiring further medical assistance is referred
  to the nearest medical Centre in accordance with protocols
• To record all symptoms of beneficiaries and medication given and complete the child’s card at every visit
• To keep an up-to-date record of all medication used and be responsible for stock management and reporting (distribution monitoring, use of non-expired drugs, stock ordering etc.).
• To ensure that local customs relating to privacy are adhered to
• To handle the beneficiaries in a sensitive and reassuring manner
• To ensure that the sites are left in a clean manner
• To ensure that all equipment is in good working order and cleaned after the distribution, ready for the next distribution
• To report any problems or broken equipment to the Nutrition Officer immediately
• To prepare any necessary reports as requested by the Nutrition Officer
• To attend training as requested
• To attend team meetings on a regular basis
• To ensure that mothers respect basic hygiene principles
• To ensure that waste (medical and non-medical) is appropriately disposed of
• To be responsible for ensuring water availability for hands/body and clothes washing
• To respect secure storage for medication and food and proper record keeping
• To ensure caretakers receive basic health education in feeding, hygiene and health
• To ensure adherence to protocols (including admission and exit criteria, anthropometry, medical and therapeutic feeding treatment), individual patient record management, care and support of the caretakers, psychosocial care of the beneficiary, care of infants <6 months, health and nutrition education, record keeping
• To supervise two nutrition workers and one Community Mobiliser in the area
• To undertake other tasks as requested by the Nutrition Officer

Skills and Qualifications
Essential

• Qualified nurse
• Nutrition programme, primary health care or community health experience
• Proven capacity in management and teamwork
• Excellent communication skills and a willingness to be respectful, kind,
  sensitive and empathize with all beneficiaries and their careers
• Willingness and capacity to be flexible and accommodating when faced with
  difficult and frustrating working conditions
• Demonstrable ability to write reports
• Prepared to live and work in an uncertain security environment
• Ability and willingness to frequently travel and stay at the field
• Previous experience of work with humanitarian agencies
• Fluency in written and spoken English

Desirable
Experience in emergency nutrition work and the design and implementation of
feeding programmes (ideally OTP), including monitoring and evaluation
Core Values and Critical Competencies.
Respect Integrity Transparency &
Accountability
Commitment Excellence Diversity
Initiating Action Facilitating Change Team Mobilization
Stress Tolerance Collaboration Coaching and
Mentoring
Adaptability Negotiation Conflict Management
Child Protection and Safeguarding
The responsibilities of the post will require the post holder to have regular contact
with children or young people and APCO as an organization has the dignity of
protecting and safeguarding children by giving awareness, protection reporting and
taking action.
How to apply
All applicants should drop a letter of application and updated CV (including 3
referees) to info@agropastoral.org and indicate the position applied for in the
subject. The deadline for application deadline is 12/06/2023.
Local candidates are encouraged to apply
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
APCO is an equal opportunities employer

Vacancy Announcement
Nutrition Officer (1 Positions)
Organization: Agro Pastoral Charity Organization (APCO)
Position Title: Nutrition Officer
Location/Duty Station: Afgoye District, Lower Shabelle
Announcing Date: 29/05/2023
Closing Date: 12/06/2023
Project Duration:12 months Contract with possibility of extension to availability of funds and
satisfactory job performance.
Commitment to Diversity: APCO is an equal opportunities employer.
Submission Email: info@agropastoral.org
Organizational Background
Background Information
Agro Pastoral Charity Organization (APCO) is a local non-governmental, non-profit
making organization founded in 1998, which supports vulnerable populations, affected
by humanitarian crises in Somalia. APCO provides continued support to vulnerable
communities by ensuring the sustainability of post-crisis interventions and engaging
long-term challenges facing our target populations, in order to break the poverty cycle,
foster development and reduce vulnerability to disasters. Their interventions seek to
cover the multiple aspects of humanitarian and development crises through a
multidisciplinary approach adapted to each context.
In partnership with Somali Humanitarian Fund (SHF), APCO is implementing a Nutrition
program, titled Provision of lifesaving nutrition assistance for drought-affected
population in Afgoye district, Lower Shabelle. So, APCO is looking for a professionally
confident, self-motivated, experienced and committed team player to fill the Health &
Nutrition Program Officer
PRINCIPAL DUTIES:
Programmes development and coordination:

• Supervise the Health & Nutrition programmes to ensure they are
  implemented in accordance with APCO and donor standards and regulations.
• Supervise and support the Health & Nutrition Project Officer by providing
  technical and programme support (i.e. staff recruitment, training and
  mentoring staff, ensuring timely and quality project narrative reports, internal
  and to be provided to the donors on time according to donors’ requirements;
  ensure the use of qualitative and quantitative indicators, supervising the
  correct implementation of the projects in accordance with agreed strategies,
  principles, implementation plans, and donor requirements; monitor Health &
  Nutrition projects.
• Work closely with the Project Officer of the Health and Nutrition projects in
  the direct implementation of the activities specifically in the mentoring of the
  local staff and remote supervision of the activities in the field.
• Ensure that at all times contact with beneficiaries, target groups and
  representatives of authorities is conducted in a sensitive and respectful
  manner;
• Ensure the rollout of regular staff training and refresher sessions to maintain a
  high standard of capacity among the Health & Nutrition field teams in all
  areas.
• Keep a record of all Health & Nutrition training attended by l staff and
  regularly share information with the MoH
• Ensure that Health & Nutrition information is used effectively to advocate on
  important issues as well as for longer-term planning for target populations
• Regular visits to the Health & Nutrition programme sites i. Mission reports
  should be prepared and shared with the executive director after every field
  mission to project sites in Somalia
• Prepare regular monthly reports for the Health& Nutrition programme.
• Represent APCO in external coordination meetings with UN/ NGOs, donors,
  partners and government in Mogadishu & in the field.
• Assists in field budget preparation and monitors and controls expenditures
  Plans coordinates and supervises a health service site or program activities
• Report on drug consumption, and request drugs and other medical supplies.
• Evaluates and recommends improvements in health care procedures, services
  and facilities.
• Collects statistical data, and prepares reports regarding program activities.
• Coordinates program activities with other health service programs or
  communities.
• Represents the department to the public and attends public meetings and
  conferences to discuss, inform, and instruct others concerning health services
  and programs.
• Participates in quality assurance activities
  Position Requirements
  Education
• Qualified doctor or nurse with a postgraduate qualification in
  community/public health with management skills (human resources, hospital
  management on humanitarian emergency projects)
• Master’s degree or equivalent in Public Health
  Professional experience
• At least 5 years of work experience in the humanitarian field in relevant
  technical disciplines and in a coordination position
  Professional requirements
• Knowledge of the cluster system
• Knowledge of SHF /BRICS/UNICEF/CHF/WHO procedures and familiarity with
  their approach and strategies
• Project Management skills, including financial planning and documentation;
• Fluency in written and spoken English, good reporting and communication
  skills are required;
• Good problem-solving and social skills and creative, to think of alternative
  solutions;
• Good interpersonal skills to work effectively with different stakeholders
  including different communities in the target areas, humanitarian actors,
  service providers, and local and national authorities;
• Excellent organizational, team building and participatory training skills and
  experience are required, as well as the ability to work as part of a team;
• Previous working experience in Somalia will be an asset
• Desirable competencies and qualifications – Previous experience in the Somali
  context or in a remote field
• Proved qualification in Health sector training
• Dynamic and flexible
  Languages
• English language skills required (fluent),
• Somali language skills (desirable)
  Personal requirements
• Strong collaborator with effective interpersonal and analytic skills
• Training and guidance skills
• Able to work effectively under pressure and handle workload
  Application Procedure
  All applications should be sent to info@agropastoral.org not later than 17
  June 2023. Application received after this date will not be considered

Nutrition Officer (1 Position)
Vacancy Announcement: 29 May 2023
Organization: Agro Pastoral Charity Organization (APCO)
Position Title: Nutrition project coordinator
Location/Duty Station: Afgoye District, Lower Shabelle
Announcing Date: 29/05/2023
Closing Date: 12/06/2023
Project Duration:12 months Contract with possibility of extension to availability of funds and
satisfactory job performance.
Commitment to Diversity: APCO is an equal opportunities employer.
Submission Email: info@agropastoral.org
Organizational Background
Background Information
Agro Pastoral Charity Organization (APCO) is a local non-governmental, non-profit
making organization founded in 1998, which supports vulnerable populations, affected
by humanitarian crises in Somalia. APCO provides continued support to vulnerable
communities by ensuring the sustainability of post-crisis interventions and engaging
long-term challenges facing our target populations, in order to break the poverty cycle,
foster development and reduce vulnerability to disasters. Their interventions seek to
cover the multiple aspects of humanitarian and development crises through a
multidisciplinary approach adapted to each context.
In partnership with Somali Humanitarian Fund (SHF), APCO is implementing a Nutrition
program, titled Provision of lifesaving nutrition assistance for drought-affected
population in Afgoye district, Lower Shabelle. So, APCO is looking for a professionally
confident, self-motivated, experienced and committed team player to fill the Nutrition
project coordinator
Duties and Responsibilities
Nutrition Management

• Responsible for the implementa1on, management, supervision and support of the
  assigned nutri1on project in line with the ac1vity plan and 1me frame of the relevant
  project proposal and any applicable na1onal and interna1onal guidelines and
  standards.
• Conduct regular field trips to health facili1es and outreach loca1ons for support and
  supervision.
• Ensure that regular monitoring and evalua1on assessments are conducted both
  against project objec1ves and to ensure the quality of the programme.
• Provide input into the integra1on of beneficiary par1cipa1on and accountability in all
  aspects of the project.
• Oversee the process of data collec1on, colla1on and dissemina1on to meet the
  requirements and deadlines set by APCO and/or external partners.
• Ensure accurate and 1mely repor1ng of ac1vi1es for internal and external reports (e.g.
  weekly, monthly, quarterly and final reports) as requested by Execu1ve Director, HQ
  and donors
• Line manage and oversee the assigned nutri1on team including recruitment, day-today management, development and training, appraisals, etc.
• Facilitate regular team mee1ngs with the assigned nutri1on team, reviewing team and
  individual objec1ves, ensuring team members are kept informed of issues relevant to
  their work and providing an opportunity for feedback.
• Design and undertake capacity building strategy for Nutri1on programme staff in order
  to ensure quality service delivery.
• Assess training needs for the nutri1on staff and ensure appropriate training is
  conducted.
• Promote the health and security of the nutri1on team by ensuring the applica1on of
  security guidelines.
  Financial Management
• Work with the relevant managers to plan, construct and manage nutri1on budgets for
  the assigned nutri1on project.
• Coordinate and oversee peQy cash requirements of the assigned nutri1on team,
  ensuring all required paperwork is completed accurately and in a 1mely manner.
  Communication and Coordination
• Develop and maintain appropriate, regular, transparent and suppor1ve
  communica1on structures with the assigned nutri1on team, APCO health and
  nutri1on managers and advisors and other relevant stakeholders (e.g. beneficiaries,
  community leaders, local and na1onal government officials, UN agencies,
  implemen1ng partner NGOs and other NGOs)
• Represent APCO at relevant local level coordina1on mee1ngs involving local
  authori1es, UN agencies and other NGOs.
• Maintain communica1on with nutri1on partners (OCHA and UNICEF) regarding any
  changes of the project implementa1on e.g. insecurity in project loca1ons, popula1on
  movement Logis1cs.
• Manage the correct and 1mely ordering (within budgetary constraints) of all necessary
  medicines, supplies and equipment for the assigned nutri1on facili1es and ac1vi1es,
  ensuring minimum stocks are maintained and items are stored and distributed
  correctly.
• Ensure 1mely requests are submiQed to nutri1on partners (WFP and UNICEF) to
  release and deliver Nutri1on supplies at the designated warehouses.
• Coordinate with the logis1cs team and ensure proper warehouse management
  including stock cards, stock-outs, monthly inventory etc.
• Work closely with the logis1cs team for staff movement to field loca1ons e.g. hiring of
  cars.
  Quality Management
• Implement, as far as is possible within opera1onal constraints, relevant policies and
  standards rela1ng to nutri1on service delivery including Sphere and HAP standards,
  na1onal requirements and donor guidelines and other good prac1ces.
• Par1cipate as requested APCO internal workshops and distance learning sessions to
  keep up with changing trends, new guidelines and best prac1ces.
• Ensure nutri1on assessments and interven1ons are in line with relevant na1onal and
  interna1onal guidelines (MUAC, IMAM, IYCF)
  Functional Competencies:
• Assesses project performance to iden1fy success factors and incorporates best
  prac1ces into project work.
• Research linkages across programme ac1vi1es to iden1fy cri1cal points of integra1on.
• Monitors specific stages of projects/programme implementa1on.
• Generates new ideas and proposes new, more effec1ve ways of doing things.
• Documents and analyses innova1ve strategies/best prac1ces/new approaches.
  Job Knowledge/Technical Expertise
• Possesses basic knowledge of organiza1onal policies and procedures rela1ng to the
  posi1on and applies them consistently in work tasks.
• Understands and applies fundamental concepts and principles of a professional
  discipline or technical specialty rela1ng to the posi1on.
• Demonstrates good knowledge of informa1on technology and applies it in work
  assignments.
• Demonstrates in-depth understanding and knowledge of the current guidelines and
  project management tools and u1lizes these regularly in work assignments.
• Demonstra1ng/safeguarding ethics and integrity.
• Facilita1ng teamwork and encouraging open communica1on in the team,
  communica1ng effec1vely.
• Managing conflict, Informed and transparent decision-making.
• Learning and sharing knowledge and encouraging the learning of others. Promo1ng
  learning and knowledge management/sharing is the responsibility of each staff
  member.

1. Reporting

• Provide 1mely reports on the field trips, monitoring visits and assessments to the Area
  Coordinator.
• Compile weekly, monthly and other APCO substan1al reports as may be required,
  including donor reports.
• Perform any other du1es as required.
  Application Procedure
  All applications should be sent to info@agropastoral.org no later than 12
  June 2023. Application received after this date will not be considered

Vacancy Announcement: 29 may 2023
Job Title: Nutrition Screener
Reporting To: Nutrition Officer
Location: Afgoye District Lower Shabele region, Somalia
Project Fund Code: CBPF-SOM-23-S-NGO-25117
Duration: 12 months with the possibility of extension
Closing Date: 12 June 2023
Organizational context
Agro Pastoral Charity Organization (APCO) is a local non-governmental, nonprofit making organization founded in 1998, which supports vulnerable
populations, affected by humanitarian crises in Somalia. APCO provides
continued support to vulnerable communities by ensuring the sustainability of
post-crisis interventions and engaging long-term challenges facing our target
populations, in order to break the poverty cycle, foster development and reduce
vulnerability to disasters. Their interventions seek to cover the multiple aspects
of humanitarian and development crises through a multidisciplinary approach
adapted to each context.
In partnership with Somali Humanitarian Fund (SHF), APCO is implementing a
Nutrition program, titled Provision of lifesaving nutrition assistance for droughtaffected population in Afgoye district, Lower Shabelle. So, APCO is looking for
a professionally confident, self-motivated, experienced and committed team
player to fill the Nutrition project manager.
The Role
The Nutrition Screener will provide screening services for acutely/moderately
malnourished children and PLWs. He/she is expected to provide a high standard
of promoting optimum health and preventive health care, thereby contributing to
a safe, efficient, and effective service to patients.
Key Responsibilities

• Inform the caregivers and the patients on their weight (increase, static or loss).
• Inform the nurse about the weight change of the patient especially for children
  who lost weight.
• Identify the bracelet with the number of the child, name of the center and the
  day of visit.
• clearly communicate and discuss with beneficiary caretaker the status and
  progress of the child
• Record on the register book the daily attendance, the exits (cured, defaulter,
  death, or transfer to SC).
• Work closely with community Mobiliser to inform them about the name and
  address of the absentees and defaulter, to check if after tracing the absentees
  and defaulters are coming back.
• To weekly fill and transmit to the team leader/ OTP/TSFP Nurse the admission,
  exits reports.
• Any other duties assigned by the team leader.
  Qualifications & Experience Required Education
• At least a high school certificate/diploma.
• A diploma in Nursing/Nutrition is an added value.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in the same position.
• Good organization and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to work in a team.
• Good interpersonal, organizational and communication skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills. Fluency in Somali required.
  How to apply
  If you are passionate and meet the above qualifications and experience, please
  send your CV to APCO HR Officer by email to: info@agropastoral.org or you
  can drop your application at the APCO office, on or before 12 June 2023.
  The address Physical: Adani tower 2 Apartments | Block 104, 1st floor |
  Shaqalaha area, Hodan District, Mogadishu Somalia. Or alternatively, you can
  apply directly on APCO webpage at the career section APCO is an equalopportunity employer. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Vacancy Announcement: 29 may 2023
Position: Registrar (6 positions)
Duration: 12 months
Location: Afgoye
Directly reports to: Nutrition Officer
Application closing date: 12 June 2023
Background Information
Agro Pastoral Charity Organization abbreviated as APCO is a National
humanitarian organization working in Somalia since its establishment in the year

1998. APCO is a non-profit making organization to address and mitigate the
      effects of biting natural and man-made disasters and the socio-economic
      problems in Somalia. It is an initiative formed to resist prolonged insecurity and
      droughts in Somalia and the increased lack of humanitarian access and
      humanitarian services to victims in Somalia.
      APCO targets vulnerable beneficiaries both in urban and rural areas through
      life-saving activities through emergency response, recovery, livelihoods, and
      developmental activities. With regards to the absence of the socio-economic
      infrastructure and the systems of governance and institutions which led to the
      collapse of livelihoods and all the basic services of many communities. The
      organization also focuses on governance projects of peacebuilding and
      development initiatives. APCO since its inception and mutual partnerships with
      global development and local partners has been able to implement humanitarian
      protection activities in collaboration with its stakeholders.
      In partnership with Somali Humanitarian Fund (SHF), APCO is implementing a
      Nutrition program, titled Provision of lifesaving nutrition assistance for droughtaffected population in Afgoye district, Lower Shabelle. So, APCO is looking for
      a professionally confident, self-motivated, experienced and committed team
      player to fill the Nutrition project manager.
      Overall Job Purpose
      Registrars will be responsible registration of acutely malnourished child and
      PLW women, do follow-up for discharge, defaulters, deaths and referrals.
      Duties and Responsibilities
      The Registrar will be required to conduct sensitization and MUAC (middle upper
      arm circumference) screening of Pregnant and lactating women (PLW) and
      children under 5 years.
      The nutrition Registrar will screen, tally, register and coordinate the screening
      of children to verify their age at the distribution point, the nutrition
      screener/register Additionally is required to train the Nutrition volunteers.
      S/he will be tasked to report to the nutrition officer on distribution requirement
      update.
      The nutrition Registrar will collaborate with other INGOs/LNGOs on nutrition
      activities and to refer children identified with SAM and provide technical support
      to the nutrition assistant.
      S/he will be required to mainstream the nutritional activities in line with APCO
      standards with regard to Infant and Young Child feeding (IYCF) programs.
      The nutrition Registrar will also provide guidance to (IYCF Groups) on policy
      and methodologies to enhance service delivery at the Host community and camp
      level.
      The Nutrition Registrar is required to possess significant experience in interagency coordination in the management of complex field-based operations and
      emergencies, good knowledge of program management and solid experience in
      the technical field of OTP.
      The nutrition Registrar is expected to have the competencies of a skilful leader
      in guiding and supporting staff, addressing various operational challenges, along
      with increasing security concerns.
      Required Skills and Experience

• A diploma in Nurse, Public health, or another related field is required.
• Experience in the area of nutrition promotion and addressing malnutrition.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in the same position.
• Previous experience in NGOs/Donor funded programs is preferred.
• Working experience of one year in IMAM or Maternal and Child Health
  program
• Excellent written and spoken skills in English
• Experience in nutrition programs and community work.
• Good relations with other people.
• Good capacity to work in a team and flexibility.
• Excellent communication (written and oral), editing, and advocacy skills
• Computer literate in (Microsoft Word, excel, and PowerPoint
  presentation.)
• Effective interpersonal skills
• Additional information
• The post is open to only Somali Nationals
• Female applicants are encouraged
  Application procedure
  Interested applicants are requested to submit their detailed CV and cover letter
  through the following email addresses: info@agropastoral.org with the subject
  line indicating ‘Application for the Screener Position’, on or before 12 June
  2023.

Organization: Agro Pastoral Charity Organization (APCO
Position Title: Finance Officer
Location/Duty Station: Mogadishu Office and Afgoye District, Lower Shabelle
Announcing Date: 29/05/2023
Closing Date: 12/06/2023
Project Duration:12 months Contract with possibility of extension to availability of
funds and satisfactory job performance.
Commitment to Diversity: APCO is an equal opportunities employer.
Submission Email: info@agropastoral.org
Organizational Background

Agro Pastoral Charity Organization (APCO) is a local non-governmental, nonprofit making organization founded in 1998, which supports vulnerable
populations, affected by humanitarian crises in Somalia. APCO provides
continued support to vulnerable communities by ensuring the sustainability of
post-crisis interventions and engaging long-term challenges facing our target
populations, in order to break the poverty cycle, foster development and reduce
vulnerability to disasters. Their interventions seek to cover the multiple aspects
of humanitarian and development crises through a multidisciplinary approach
adapted to each context.
In partnership with Somali Humanitarian Fund (SHF), APCO is implementing a
Nutrition program, titled Provision of lifesaving nutrition assistance for droughtaffected population in Afgoye district, Lower Shabelle. So, APCO is looking for
a professionally confident, self-motivated, experienced and committed team
player Finance Officer.
Job Purpose
The Finance officer will support the program in terms of accounting and
financing.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Supervise and report on the financial flow (cash forecast) required in the
  office
• Send the cash flow needs cashbook & cashbox and reconciliation on a
  monthly basis for approval to the executive director.
• Ensure proper documentation for all payments and efficient reporting of
  the balances and ongoing debts to the Mogadishu office.
• Responsible for the monthly accounting cash books according to APCO
  standards through Excel/SAGA.
• Send on a monthly basis the documentation in order to the capital office
  with the cashier’s help. · Responsible for cross-checking allocations as
  per signed purchase orders; reallocations whenever approved;
• Submit administrative and financial inputs to the Nutrition coordinator for
  the weekly meeting.
• Supervise and support the cashier on the accounting and cash
  management· Follow up the implementation of APCO HR procedures at
  the base level and ensure that memo is well communicated to all
  employees of the bases.
• Ensure that all contracts are signed by new employees and all
  documentation is sent to the Mogadishu offices.
• Ensure valid contracts of staff at the base level are kept up to date ·
  Maintain control and check the system of the attendance of all staff at
  the base level and ensure updated Leave Follow-Up and the attendance
  sheets are sent to the Mogadishu office.
• Ensure to send the entire leave request forms for the staff at the base
  level to the Mogadishu HR office.
• Organize staff induction and management of appraisals with the line
  managers at the base level.
• Control and supervise the filing of staff personal folders.
• Any other duty that is in line with the position.
  Functional Competencies:
• Generates new ideas and proposes new, more effective ways of doing
  things.
• Documents and analyses innovative strategies/best practices/new
  approaches.
  Job Knowledge/Technical Expertise
• Possesses basic knowledge of organizational policies and procedures
  relating to the position and applies them consistently in work tasks.
• Understands and applies fundamental concepts and principles of a
  professional discipline or technical speciality relating to the position.
• Demonstrates good knowledge of information technology and applies it
  in work assignments.
• Demonstrates in-depth understanding and knowledge of the current
  guidelines and project management tools and utilizes these regularly in
  work assignments.
• Demonstrating/safeguarding ethics and integrity.
• Facilitating teamwork and encouraging open communication in the team,
  communicating effectively.
• Managing conflict, Informed and transparent decision-making.
• Learning and sharing knowledge and encouraging the learning of others.
  Promoting learning and knowledge management/sharing is the
  responsibility of each staff member.
  Skills and Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Logistics, Business
  Administration, Human Resources or a related field.
• A minimum of three years relevant experience, preferably in a similar
  position in an NGO.
• A deep and clear understanding of humanitarian principles and
  activities.
• Sound understanding/experience in financial processing and
  management.
• Excellent skills in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel.
• Strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to establish
  effective work relations at all levels.
• Proven ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines and work with limited
  supervision, pro-active and a good team player.
• High level of integrity and honesty.
• Fluency in Somali and English language is a must
  Core Values and Critical Competencies.
  Respect Integrity Transparency &
  Accountability
  Commitment Excellence Diversity
  Initiating Action Facilitating Change Team Mobilization
  Stress Tolerance Collaboration Coaching and
  Mentoring
  Adaptability Negotiation Conflict Management
  How to apply
  All applicants should drop a letter of application and updated CV (including 3
  referees) to info@agropastoral.org and indicate the position applied for in the
  subject. The deadline for application deadline is 12/06/2023.
  Local candidates are encouraged to apply
  Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
  APCO is an equal opportunities employer

Vacancy Announcement
Logistic Officer(1 Position)
Organization: Agro Pastoral Charity Organization (APCO
Position Title: Logistic Officer
Location/Duty Station: Mogadishu Office and Afgoye District, Lower Shabelle
Announcing Date: 29/05/2023
Closing Date: 07/06/2023
Project Duration:12 months Contract with possibility of extension to availability of
funds and satisfactory job performance.
Commitment to Diversity: APCO is an equal opportunities employer.
Submission Email: info@agropastoral.org
Organizational Background

Agro Pastoral Charity Organization (APCO) is a local non-governmental, nonprofit making organization founded in 1998, which supports vulnerable
populations, affected by humanitarian crises in Somalia. APCO provides
continued support to vulnerable communities by ensuring the sustainability of
post-crisis interventions and engaging long-term challenges facing our target
populations, in order to break the poverty cycle, foster development and reduce
vulnerability to disasters. Their interventions seek to cover the multiple aspects
of humanitarian and development crises through a multidisciplinary approach
adapted to each context.

In partnership with Somali Humanitarian Fund (SHF), APCO is implementing a
Nutrition program, titled Provision of lifesaving nutrition assistance for droughtaffected population in Afgoye district, Lower Shabelle. So, APCO is looking for
a professionally confident, self-motivated, experienced and committed team
player Logistic Officer.

Job Purpose
Logistics officer responsible for fleet management and ensuring the Program
teams are supported with all Logistic related issues.
Duties and Responsibilities

• Provides technical and operational logistics support focusing on
  purchasing, warehousing, fleet management, and transport and Order
  management, in line with APCO’s logistics standards
• Coordinates logistics activities, ensures proper planning within the site
  and clearly communicates constraints if any, in a timely manner to prevent
  delays
• Ensures that all transactions pertaining to receiving and dispatching and
  distributing goods are accurately captured in the logistics
  system/database and all the documentation filed accordingly
• Ensures that deliveries, transportation of goods and items, supply
  requests are closely monitored, and the correct documentation is used in
  all these transactions
• Ensures that all the internal Administrative and financial procedures are
  strictly adhered to
• Interacts with suppliers and contractors monitor their activities to ensure
  adherence to the terms stipulated in their contracts
• Cooperates with the organization's Logistics team, co-monitors their
  performance end ensures they are well equipped in terms of skills,
  knowledge and competencies
  Security Functions
• Assists in collecting, updating and communicating information regarding
  the security situation in the project target area.
• Assists in maintaining the Security Plan, including updating staff lists;
• Assists in reporting security incidents affecting the staff, project
  beneficiaries, activities, offices and assets.
• Organizes and delivers training courses on security awareness and
  preparedness.
• Assists in preparing project area Security Risk Assessment (SRA), and
  Standard Operating Procedures (SOP);
• Supports actions during the implementation of the Security Plan, as
  required.
  Functional Competencies:
• Experience in fleet management and air operation activities
• Knowledge of security context or equivalent.
• Fluent in written and spoken English and Somali
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Excellent planning, analytical, administrative, organizational, and
  problem-solving skills with a professional capacity to handle confidential
  information
• A strong degree of honesty and integrity, and a solid sense of
  responsibility, commitment and work ethics
• Established networks and contacts with communities and other relevant
  parties within the operational area.
  Job Knowledge/Technical Expertise
• Possesses basic knowledge of organizational policies and procedures
  relating to the position and applies them consistently in work tasks.
• Understands and applies fundamental concepts and principles of a
  professional discipline or technical specialty relating to the position.
• Demonstrates good knowledge of information technology and applies it in
  work assignments.
• Demonstrates in-depth understanding and knowledge of the current
  guidelines and project management tools and utilizes these regularly in
  work assignments.
• Demonstrating/safeguarding ethics and integrity.
• Facilitating teamwork and encouraging open communication in the team,
  communicating effectively.
• Managing conflict, Informed and transparent decision making.
  OTHER DUTIES
• Any other duties assigned by Nutrition coordinator.
  Skills and Qualifications
• University degree in logistics & procurement management or equivalent
  in a related field of study
• At least three (1) years’ of work experience in a similar position within the
  supply chain and logistics management field
• Proficiency in MS Office suite
  How to apply
  All applicants should drop a letter of application and updated CV (including 3
  referees) to info@agropastoral.org and indicate the position applied for in the
  subject. The deadline for application deadline is 12/06/2023.
  Local candidates are encouraged to apply
  Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
  APCO is an equal opportunities employer

Date: 04/06/2023                                                                                  Ref: APCO 06/23/0167

                                                  REQUEST FOR QUOTATION

To: Restaurant and Hotels

APCO Organization is hereby requesting for quotations from hotels with capabilities to provide good refreshments to a big number of people at once and having enough sitting spaces that are well organized and prepared for training workshops/conferences.

Providers who are interested in providing this service are requested to submit their quotation to the specified address below and in the format requested below.

The location is South-west State particularly Afgoi district.

Below is the number of the people who will participate in the training and the type of the training that we are planning to carry out in the selected hotel once they meet the requirements needed by the Organization.

• IMAM /OTP Training for 36 participants for 5 days.
• MIYCN Staff Training for 36 Participants for 5 days.
• Community Mobilization and Engagement Training 36 Participants for 5 days

Hotels are required to provide the basic information regarding the existing amenities available in their hotels.  The below requested information will provide us a detailed description of the services your hotel can offer.

PRICING FOR VENUE & REFRESHMENTS

No.	Description	Quantity	No. of days	Price/person	Total price
1	Refreshment	36	5	$ 0.00	$ 0.00
2	Venue rent	1	5	$ 0.00	$ 0.00
	Total			$ 0.00	$ 0.00
1	Refreshment	36	5	$ 0.00	$ 0.00
2	Venue rent	1	5	$ 0.00	$ 0.00
	Total			$ 0.00	$ 0.00
1	Refreshment	36	5	$ 0.00	$ 0.00
2	Venue rent	1	5	$ 0.00	$ 0.00
	Total			$ 0.00	$ 0.00

N/B: HOTELS & RESTAURANTS ARE REQUESTED TO SHARE UNIT PRICES OF:

1. Refreshments: Per person per day
2. Venue rent: Per room per day

KINDLY ADHERE TO THE BELOW RULES & REQUIREMENTS:

• Prices quoted must be valid for at least one calendar year
• Unit prices are required and in the case of discrepancies between unit price and total price, the unit price will be taken as reference basis in the evaluation.

TECHNICAL REQUIREMENT.

1. Price and Currency: The prices shall be in United States Dollars (USD).
2. Quotation should be on Company’s letter head.
3. Evaluation criteria Evaluation will be based on administrative, technical and financial requirements. Failure to submit any of the documents requested will result to disqualification.
4. Equipment: Projector, Uninterruptible Power Supply, flipchart stand.
5. High speed internet service.
6. Training venue Space Requirements:
7. Must have sufficient space for the participants.
8. There will be no subcontracting allowed under this RFQ and bids must be submitted by the Contractor who intends to provide the services described in this RFQ.
9. Prospective Hotels must be legally registered under the laws of the country in which they are organized and possess all licenses, permits and government approvals necessary for performance of the work.
10. Submission of Quotes The quotations shall be submitted in Hard copies in sealed envelopes on the address indicated below.

1. DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSION OF THE QUOTATION THE DEADLINE FOR THE SUBMISSION OF THE QUOTES WILL BE STRICTLY ON 10^th June 2023, AT 4:00 PM LOCAL TIME.

1. Notification of the results only the successful and competitive bidder will be notified, and if you do not receive phone call or any other communications within two weeks after the expiry of the deadline, consider your bid not successful.
2. The restaurant should be able to provide Quality refreshments as per the number of occupants that will be communicated in advance by the organization by sharing the Training request forms.
3. Collusion is strictly prohibited. Collusion is defined as an agreement or compact, written or oral, between two or more parties with the goal of limiting fair and open competition by deceiving, misleading, or defrauding a third party.
4. APCO Organization reserves the right to accept or reject any quotation or stop the procurement process at any time, without assigning any reason or liability.
5. APCO Organization reserves the right to accept all or part of the quotation when awarding the contract.
6. All information provided by APCO Organization in this RFQ is subject to change at any time.
7. APCO Organization reserves the right to require any prospective Hotel or Restaurant to enter into a non-disclosure agreement.
8. The RFQ does not obligate APCO to pay for any costs, of any kind what so ever, which may be incurred by the prospective Hotel or Restaurant or any third parties, in connection with the Response. All Responses and supporting documentation shall become the property of APCO Organization.

Hassan Ali Diblawe Procurement and Logistic manager

Best Regards,