Country Director – Myanmar

Country: Myanmar – Location: based in Yangon at TGH Coordination Office, with some travelling to implementation areas (Rakhine, Chin, Magway as yet identified) if security allows.

Duration: 7 months renewable, starting on March 2022 (depending on secured funding)

Conditions: Total gross monthly salary from €2,650 to €3,150 depending on experience, monthly per diem 450 EUR, medical coverage of 100% + repatriation insurance + provident fund, accommodation, international and local transportation as part of the mission, break every 3 months.

No family duty station.

More information on www.trianglegh.org under “Jobs”.

Presentation of TGH

“Actor in a sustainable and shared solidarity”

Founded in 1994, TGH is an International Non-Governmental Organisation (INGO), registered in Lyon, France. TGH designs, implements and monitors Emergency response, Recovery and Development programs in the following sectors: Water Sanitation Hygiene (WASH), Food Security and Livelihoods (FSL), Protection and Education. TGH currently works in 10 countries of Africa, Asia, Europe and the Middle East.

Context

TGH has been active in Myanmar since 2007 with a large range of Emergency, Recovery and Development programs. It started with Nargis Hurricane Response on the seaside, near Yangon (Basic Emergency Needs & Livelihoods of affected populations). It continued with several recovery projects in the Ayeyarwady Region, as well as EU-funded interventions focusing on disability including in Yangon. From 2012, TGH has developed several FSL projects in Matupi Township, Chin State, bringing Food Security, Livelihoods (income-generated activities) and Natural Resource Management as a very solid and recognized expertise for TGH Myanmar. Following the reopening of a Coordination Office in Yangon (2018), TGH Myanmar has extended its activities in Southern Chin, in Paletwa Township for Multi-Sectoral Emergency response to the local population affected to the growing conflict between the Tatmadaw and the Arakan Army. Since the military coup in February 2021 and the eruption of violent conflict across the country, TGH’s focus shifted to address needs of conflict affected people in Chin State and adjacent Townships of surrounding regions.

TGH currently works with a number of national CSOs serving conflict affected people in/from the entire Chin State and the east part of Rakhine State (Kyauktaw) through a localization approach. Local partners are key to assure access to beneficiaries. Capacity building of implementing partners is a core component of TGH partnership approach.

Also, TGH Myanmar looks forward to developing new areas of expertise (incl. Protection & Education and WASH) and in new areas of the country.

Presentation of TGH Myanmar and Projects

TGH (aims to) implements projects in Myanmar with the financial support of the following donors: Humanitarian Aid department of the European Commission (ECHO), Crisis Centre of French Ministry of Europe and Foreign Affairs (CDCS), Agence Francaise de Développement (AFD), Myanmar Humanitarian Fund (MHF) and the French Ministry of Foreign Affairs / Embassy of France (AAP).

TGH has a Coordination Office in Yangon and two (limited and shared) Field Offices in Paletwa Township, Chin State. The total number of staff is 15+, including 2-3 international positions with this new position. The Country Director will be based in Yangon Coordination Office, leading a team of 6-8 persons, consisting of support service staff and program staff.

Ongoing Actions and Perspectives

· Ongoing

o Education in Emergency Project (MHF/KMSS) is ongoing in Paletwa (till early April 2022).

o Multi-Sectoral Emergency Response Project (CDCS) is under implementation till end of March 2022, covering Chin Townships facing active conflict.

o FSL project under AAP (Cash support) in Paletwa (till end of June 2022)

· Perspectives (intended applications or in pipeline to be confirmed)

o Multi-Sectoral Emergency Response Project (CDCS), Chin State and Kyauktaw Rakhine

o Live in Dignity – Multi Sectoral Emergency Response Project (ECHO) Chin, Rakhine, Magway

o AFD capacity building civil society

o MHF Standard allocations 2022

While the security context, very limited communication capacity and the very hard-to-reach locations of the intervention townships drastically reduce humanitarian access, humanitarian actors must also adapt to COVID-19 restrictions and operational risks. The TGH team operates therefore from Yangon, with limited additional field staff on location when possible.

For the past 2 years, TGH Emergency Response Programs in Chin State have successfully set up a solid approach on local partnerships and on enhanced remote management. In the past years, TGH capacity related to COVID-19 Preparedness and response has been developed and is in an existing consolidation process (Int. Expert provided COVID-19 Support Review and guidance for further improvements, including a broader/integrated public health approach adapted to the local context).

Job description

Under the HQ-Based Regional Desk Manager, the Country Director is in charge of:

Security Management

· Ensure TGH PSEA Policy is strictly applied for all TGH and partners staff and in all areas of interventions

· Monitor conflict trends, disaster risks and warnings, as well as public health concerns for staff and partners

· Closely follow up on a daily basis security contexts in the field, with related Field Security Focal Points

· Whenever needed/relevant, take rapid decisions and inform HQ Security Focal Point in case of any growing threat and/or incidents

· Attend INGO Forum Security meetings and coordinate with the Embassy of France and UN for security protocols and updates

· Supervise proper update of TGH Security Tracking Tool in conflict-affected project areas

· Ensure frequent and appropriate update of TGH Security Plan for Myanmar

· Plan refreshing security training and protocols for staff and partners

· Review if external expertise is required for short-term support, when needs be (tools update, training, context analysis, etc.).

External Coordination and Representation

· Maintain excellent but minimal and low profile relationships with national and local authorities, from Naypyidaw and at field level

· Renegotiate TGH’s country registration and advance into minimum engagement with a suitable Myanmar Authorities counterpart that can be the base for further operations in country. This could be formalized through MoU, LOA or other format

· Enhance TGH visibility within the aid sector in Myanmar while maintaining a very low profile in the society

· Attend regular (monthly or bi-weekly) INGO Forum meetings and monthly Humanitarian Breakfasts

· Actively inform and advocate for specific humanitarian issues and project-related needs

· Be an active member of the different respective Country Director Group’s regarding the TGH implementation areas

· Coordinate TGH representation to relevant Clusters and Technical Working Groups (WASH, Protection/Child Protection, Education in Emergencies, Food Security, etc.) and other regular meetings (HR/Admin Group, Anti-Fraud and Corruption Group, etc.), at national (Yangon) and local levels (South Chin, Sittwe)

· Meet informally with other INGOs and CSOs for introduction and informal learning and for exploring potential (technical or geographic) opportunities for new project consortium.

Fund Mobilization and Programs Development

· Jointly lead TGH Country Strategy development and implementation, under the supervision and support of HQ Regional Desk Manager

· Monitor funding opportunities in Myanmar and identify potential calls/funds adapted to TGH strategic programming

· Actively promote TGH mandate and positions in the country to donors and to potential technical partnerships

· Explore new funding opportunities with public and private donors, including foundations and CSR mechanisms in Myanmar

· Explore potential opportunities for fund application through consortia with other INGO’s

· Coordinate project programming and take part in the development of Concept Notes and Grant Proposals, with the support of HQ staff members (Desk Manager, technical Advisors, Finance Department)

· Advise the Communication and M&E Officer in developing communication strategy and materials, and support/coach on proper implementation.

Office and Team Management

· Promote safe, innovative and cross-cutting considerations in daily environment of work and to ensure working conditions are optimized

· Be an inspiring and recognized Team Leader for TGH staff and partners in Myanmar, build a shared and enthusiastic vision among all staff, based on TGH principles, image and values and create a productive working environment where alternative viewpoints are heard and considered

· Maintain a friendly and effective environment of work mutual respect where team members strive to achieve excellence.

· Plan and lead staff recruitment

· Manage directly a team at Yangon Coordination Office, and coordinate field teams management

· Ensure effective and timely accounting reports to HQ and donors

· Ensure compliance to all administration requirements (rentals, insurances, visas, etc.)

· Make sure TGH administrative, financial and logistics procedures are strictly applied, including all related policies (Code of Conduct, Safeguarding, Anti-Fraud, National Internal Staff Regulations, etc.)

· Strengthen HR conditions, including Capacity Building Plans for staff

· Consolidate readjusted team structures and strengthen team capacity in all possible aspects

· Implement staff performance management in a regular basis

· Address HR needs and all HR issues on a proactive, fair and effective way

· Explore possible and alternative ways to obtain visas for expatriate staff, both mission and HQ advisors

· Develop consultancy roster of external experts for short-term and specific support to TGH Myanmar if travel restrictions allow.

Projects Coordination

· Ensure overall project leadership for accountability, alignment to strategies, efficient implementation, targets achievement and quality delivery

· Develop partnership agreements, coordinate and maintain successful relationships with project partners

· Ensure resources are properly allocated to projects, issues addressed and gaps readjusted

· Ensure proper use of funding on a timely manner, with the support of HQ Finance Department, and the respect of all Admin and Logistics internal procedures for projects, including for projects partners

· Coordinate timely and quality delivery of donors reports, in excellent English and/or French languages

· Plan field visits on a regular basis for overall coordination, monitoring and support to project teams

· Follow up Monthly Follow-up (MFU) reports to HQ.

Capacity Building

· Plan and implement institutional and technical capacity building for TGH Myanmar and projects partners

· Take leadership in knowledge management, sharing of experiences and innovative project pilots

· Program internal working groups for learning purposes, including inquiring support from HQ and/or with other TGH Country Offices for learning exchanges.

This list of Roles and Responsibilities is not exhaustive and can be adjusted based on on-going TGH Myanmar needs.

Commitment to TGH Child Protection Policy, TGH Anti-fraud and Anti-Corruption Policy and TGH PSEA Policy is a formal requirement for employment. TGH strongly condemns all corporal punishment or physical violence, threats of physical violence, sexual abuse or exploitation, harassment and verbal abuse, as well as all other forms of intimidation.

TGH applies a “zero tolerance” policy with regard to all misconduct affecting the professional credibility of its employees: TGH staff; partners (local or international) and service providers. This must be respected by the employee throughout the term of his contract, during and outside working hours. The application of those policies is imperative and any breach will result in disciplinary measure.

Security, working and living conditions

The Country Director will strictly apply TGH Security Plan in Myanmar. Yangon’s security status is currently unstable and adjustment of preventive security measures could apply at any time.

The Country Director can share a comfortable apartment in a pleasant urban area of Yangon. As a whole, professional and living conditions are friendly and very much appreciated.

Field visits and other professional travels will be subject to COVID-19 governmental restrictions, as well as security conditions.

Profile

• University-Level Degree, preferably a Master Degree in the field of International Development, Project Management, Political Studies or other related ones

• At least 3 years of experience with an humanitarian NGO, including project and office coordination

• Great knowledge of the humanitarian and development sector (INGOs, donors, procedures, etc.)

• Excellent oral and written English skills. French is highly desirable. Knowledge of Myanmar language is a plus

• Great knowledge of M&E Tools, Grants Reporting and Proposal Development, with successful experiences on proposal development for international donors

• Familiar with procedures of some of the following donor agencies: AAP, AFD, CDCS, MHF, ECHO/INTPA, others

• Good knowledge of accounting, financial management and logistics for NGOs

• Proven experience on Capacity Building for National/Local CSOs, including good Training Facilitation and strong Reporting skills

• Former experience in Myanmar or in South/South East Asia is a very strong asset.

• Experience on Remote Project Management

• Due to inward travel restrictions in Myanmar, applicants already in country are preferred, but not essential.