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Country Director at Trocaire

Key responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership
• Provide strategic vision and direction for the country programme.
• Create and maintain a shared vision among staff of Trócaire’s country and organisational objectives and their role in achieving these.
• Develop Trócaire’s Somalia Country Strategic Plan and review it annually against key country and organisational level objectives, indicators and targets with annual reports on programme, non-programme and financial management to the organisation, donors and other stakeholders.
• Model the behaviours and values expected of Trócaire staff and expressed in our Strategic Framework.
• Input into organisational strategy through strategic planning and planning for the new FCAS portfolio.
• Lead on localisation discussions in consultation with partners and other stakeholders.
• Lead on in-country networking and representation with government, donors, NGOs, INGOs, networks and Caritas.
• Provide leadership and foster collaboration with other actors (NGOs, INGOs, networks, host governments etc.) in order increase networking & opportunities for collaboration.
• Lead on advocacy at a country level and on defining advocacy messages for use internationally.
• Programme Development & Management (in collaboration with the Head of Programmes)
• Provide leadership and direction in the strategic development and implementation of programmes at country level, in line with Trócaire’s country and strategic objectives, strategies and policies.
• Ensure programme interventions are in line with technical best practice and emerging national policies on health, nutrition and education for Somalia.
• Ensure that organisational approaches to partnership, gender equality, vulnerability and targeting, accountability and protection are effectively incorporated across humanitarian programmes.
• Ensure that effective results-based monitoring and evaluation systems are implemented in line with Trócaire policies, systems and guidelines.
• Lead on ensuring that Trócaire Somalia regularly reviews, adapts and rolls out an Emergency Preparedness Plan and that we are in a position to respond to humanitarian crisis in Gedo as they occur.
• Ensure that programme learning is captured and feeds into programme development and sharing across programmes and the FCAS portfolio.  
• Ensure that internal and external reporting is carried out in a timely manner, to a high standard and in line with agreed objectives and targets (including annual Programme Reviews and Results Monitoring Frameworks).
• Ensure the Somalia team fully engages with and complies with Trócaire’s cloud-based Salesforce/Box software as the organisational platform for partner, project and grant management.
•  Business Development & Institutional Funding (in cooperation with the Business and Development Manager)
• Lead and oversee the business development process and the adaptation of the Somalia Institutional Funding Strategy to ensure the programme grows, is innovative and sufficiently funded.
• Lead on ensuring Trócaire visibility, representation and networking and engagement with donors.
• Ensure optimal cost recovery, based on sound systems for budgeting, monitoring and compliance reporting.
• Network actively and play a lead role in management level dialogue with donors and other INGOs on accessing and managing institutional funding.
• Ensure all donor grants are effectively managed and reported on to a high quality and in a timely manner.
• Human Resource Management (in collaboration with the People and Culture Business Partner)
• Ensure that Trócaire attracts and retains high calibre staff by providing: a sense of clear purpose to all staff, development opportunities and competitive packages, in line with Trócaire policy and in coordination with Trócaire’s Peole and Culture (P&C) Business Partner.
• Ensure effective adherence to and implementation of HR policies and procedures at the Somalia Office, in line with Trócaire’s P&C Policies, Procedures and Guidelines in coordination with P&C and with all local labour laws.
• Ensure consistent implementation of strong performance management systems throughout the country team, in line with organisational policy.
• Line manage key staff including the Finance and Adminstration Manager, Head of Programmes, and other staff as necessary.
• Ensure that there are regular staff forums and meetings for discussion and coordination of strategic, operational and administrative initiatives.
• Through inspiring and accountable leadership, create a working environment which is positive and inclusive, and continuously look for ways to maintain or improve this.
• Safeguarding Programme Participants & Complaints Management (in collaboration with the Global Safeguarding Advisor)
• Ensure that Trócaire’s commitment to Safeguarding Programme Participants is delivered through policies and practices that support the prevention of abuse and exploitation and create opportunities to raise and respond to concerns as outlined in Trócaire policies.
• Oversee the application of Trócaire’s Country Office and Programme Complaints Mechanisms and directly manage sensitive complaints (e.g. those relating to potential abuse or exploitation).
• Support Focal persons in communicating Trócaire’s commitment (on Safeguarding and Complaints Mechanisms) to Partner Organisations as included in Trócaire’s Grant agreement, supporting capacity building of Partner Organisation on minimum standards.
• Financial and Admin Management (in collaboration with the Finance/Admin Manager)
• Take responsibility for overall financial management of the Somalia programme and ensure that there is optimal use of financial resources, managed in a transparent and accountable manner in line with Trócaire’s systems and procedures.
• Support the FAM to ensure that budgets are prepared, reviewed and monitored regularly and that resources are strategically allocated as appropriate on the basis of need or programme quality.
• Ensure effective financial management systems, processes and controls are in place and are fully compliant with Trócaire’s operating standards and the relevant legal requirements in-country.
• Ensure supply chain and stock management processes are appropriate and are well managed
• Take responsibility for ensuring all staff are familiar with and comply with institutional processes and systems, e.g. Management of Information Systems, use of IT systems etc.
• Audit and Corporate Governance Compliance (in collaboration with the Global/Regional Internal Auditor)
• Ensure that all Somalia and Kenya government requirements in relation to registration, taxation, labour law, auditing, fraud etc., are complied with.
• Ensure that internal and external audits are fulfilled in a timely and efficient manner, in line with Trócaire policy and back donor and host government requirements.
• Ensure follow-up on recommendations arising out of audits of Trócaire’s operations and take appropriate actions where necessary.
• Ensure full compliance with Trócaire’s fraud policy and related back donor or host government requirements;
• Maintain direct links with the HQ and Africa based Internal Auditor, in coordination with the Finance and Admin Manager.
• Security Management (in collaboration with the Global Security Advisor)
• Develop, manage and review the Somalia Country programme security plans, procedures and contingency plans and ensure that the Somalia country team adhere to all Trócaire security policies.
• Take responsibility for the management of security at ar country level for the Somalia programme staff.
• Representation, Communications and Advocacy
• Represent Trócaire with the government, national NGO and INGO networks, UN, donors, the Catholic Church and its agencies, and other key strategic stakeholders in the region.
• Increase awareness of Trócaire’s work with Trócaire’s supporters and key stakeholders in Ireland, through the provision of communications material, facilitating internal and external visitors and carrying out media interviews upon request by the Communications Unit in HQ.
• Lead the team in contributing to the development and implementation of core communications, fundraising, development education and advocacy initiatives at global level.
• Any other duties as assigned by the Head of Portfolio.

Essential Requirements

Skills

• Excellent leadership skills;
• Ability to motivate staff to align behind a shared vision and objectives;
• Demonstrated ability to think strategically and to develop and implement a clear country level strategy in the context of organisational strategy;
• Demonstrated ability to operate under pressure and in a volatile environment
• Demonstrated ability to manage security in challenging environments
• Ability to coach and help others develop in their professional lives;
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship management skills and demonstrated ability in using these with internal stakeholders (Trócaire staff in different locations) and external stakeholders (partners, Church, donors, host government etc.);
• Demonstrated ability to meet corporate governance and accountability requirements of host governments, the organisation and donors;

Experience

• Knowledge of Somalia working environment.
• Significant representational experience at national government level.
• A minimum of 5-8 years’ experience in the management of humanitarian programmes of substantial scale;
• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in running a country office (admin, finance, HR management, security management etc.);
• Sound and up to date knowledge of development concepts, methodologies and techniques, including results-based management, rights based approach and participatory methodologies;
• Demonstrated ability to manage budgets and financial systems on a significant scale, in humanitarian contexts.

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Supply Chain & Logistics Assistant at Trocaire

Key responsibilities

Procurement:

• Coordinate with Project Managers to develop procurement plans and consolidate them into a single master plan.
• Update and align programme procurement plans with the Supply Chain & Logistics Manager, maintaining timelines, budgets, and donor compliance.
• Consolidate procurement requests by category and donor, verify specifications, and ensure proper filing of all PRs.
• Assist the Supply Chain & Logistics Manager in supplier prequalification for goods, works, and services in Kenya and Somalia, ensuring compliance with Trócaire policies.Manage the supplier register by category, ensuring compliance documents are up to date and retained in line with Trócaire’s data protection and archiving policies.
• Prepare RFQs, RFPs, and RFTs for goods, services, and works, and submit to the Supply Chain & Logistics Manager for review before procurement begins.
• Identify suitable suppliers from the approved supplier database and register, and issue RFQs, RFPs, or RFTs for goods, services, and works based on efficiency and capacity.
• Prepare bid matrices for goods, technical evaluation reports, and minutes for services and works, ensuring complete procurement documentation.
• Draft purchase orders, manage approvals and signatures, and follow up with suppliers to ensure timely delivery.         
• Draft and support management of contracts for goods, works, services, and lease agreements in compliance with Trócaire policies and donor requirements.    
• Manage contracts for goods, works, services, and lease agreements, including monitoring performance, tracking milestones/renewals, and ensuring proper closure.    
• Maintain and update a contract management tracking sheet/register to ensure compliance, audit readiness, and timely action on renewals or closures.      
• Monitor supplier obligations under contracts and facilitate timely invoice verification and payment processing in line with Trócaire policies.  
• Ensure systematic filing and secure archiving of all procurement documents to support transparency, audit readiness, and institutional knowledge management.    
• Keep requestors updated on procurement progress through regular completion and sharing of the procurement monitoring sheet.    
• Collaborate with the Field Logistics & Procurement Officer to ensure all field procurement is compliant, well-documented, and audit-ready.      
• Conduct regular market surveys to identify potential suppliers, assess market trends, and inform competitive and value-driven procurement decisions.    
• Conduct regular quality checks and periodic performance evaluations of suppliers to ensure compliance, value for money, and continuous improvement.Serve as the primary liaison with suppliers, fostering effective communication, accountability, and long-term partnership management.Manage supplier relationships by ensuring clear communication, resolving issues, monitoring performance, and fostering long-term partnerships in line with Trócaire’s policies.
• Liaise with suppliers, contractors, and service providers to verify goods, works, and services, ensuring final delivery and certification of completion before processing payment requests.

Logistics:

• Support implementation of supply chain and logistics policies across the Somalia Country Programme under the guidance of the Supply Chain & Logistics Manage
• Ensure adequate office supplies through proactive planning and cost-effective procurement, reducing disruption risks and supporting operational continuity.
• Ensure construction and rehabilitation activities comply with national regulations and Trócaire policies, mitigating legal and operational risks.
• Monitor transport service contracts for compliance and completeness of procurement files, ensuring accountability and timely supplier payments.
• Conduct field visits to audit compliance with Trócaire logistics policies, strengthen local capacity, and ensure transparent stock management.
• Assets:
• Draft and support management of lease agreements, ensuring compliance with organisational and donor requirements.
• Manage contracts linked to equipment, facilities, or service providers, ensuring timely renewals, maintenance follow-up, and compliance with policies
• Maintain comprehensive rehabilitation project files to support compliance, institutional memory, and donor reporting.
• Warehouse & Stock Management:
• Oversee receipt, storage, and safe transportation of goods to Gedo, Somalia, ensuring proper documentation and compliance with Trócaire procedures.
• Work with project teams to track supplies from procurement to final distribution and provide regular progress updates.
• Liaise with consignees to confirm receipt and quality of delivered goods and supplies.
• Shipping, Clearing & Forwarding:
• Coordinate and track cargo dispatches (air and road) to the field, ensuring proper documentation and confirmation of receipt from consignees.
• Follow up with transporters, clearing agents, and logistics partners to ensure timely delivery and compliance with shipping/forwarding requirements.

Essential Requirements

Education & Professional Certifications:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Procurement, Logistics, and Supply Chain Management from a recognized university in Kenya (Essential)
• Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS) Diploma in Procurement (Added Advantage)
• Certification in Humanitarian Logistics or Supply Chain Management from the Logistics Learning Alliance (LLA) (Added Advantage)
• MEDLOG certification from LLA (Medical Logistics in Humanitarian Emergencies) (Added Advantage)

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Finance Intern at Trócaire

Trócaire received funding from Irish Aid under the five-year Ireland’s Civil Society Partnership (2023-2027) funding scheme. Trócaire’s programme will contribute to a Better World by implementing interlinked Long-Term Development, Chronic Humanitarian Crises and Acute Humanitarian Crises response interventions. Trócaire’s Strategic Plan – Local Power Global Justice (2021-2025) forms the core framework that underpins the intervention. Trócaire’s work in Somalia will be delivered in partnership with stakeholders and local organisations to tackle the root causes of poverty, injustice and violence, supporting people to use their power to create positive and lasting change. The programme is recruiting a Finance Intern, who will be supporting in filling of the financial documents, retrieving of the financial documents on needs basis and to ensure that the documents are accurately completed and having all the support documents.

The finance Intern will work in close collaboration with the finance and Administration officer, Programme Accountants and Program Support and Administration officers.

The role will report to: Reporting to Head of Finance and Administration Manager, this position is a fixed term for nine month and is based in Global Support Office.

Key responsibilities

Filing of Financial Documents

• Filing of Financial Documents Ensuring that payment requests are in line with the finance procedures and that the procedures used to guide the financial operations in the office.
• Maintain accurate filing of financial documents including invoices, receipts, bank statements, financial reports, and contracts
• Ensure all documents are filed in accordance with Trócaire’s record retention policies and procedures.
• Ensure all documents are fully signed, stamped and completely supported.
• Categorize and index files in an organized manner for easy retrieval and audit purposes

Document Retrieval

• Retrieve financial documents when requested by the finance team or management.
• Ensure timely and efficient document retrieval for financial reporting, audits, or other requirements.
• Data Entry and Documentation
• Assist in data entry for accounting purposes, ensuring accuracy and completeness of records.
• Ensure all documents are accurately recorded and indexed.

Archiving of Records 

• Archive outdated records and documents as per guidelines.
• Ensure that archived documents are properly labeled, stored, and can be easily retrieved when needed.    •
• Ensure all filing activities are in compliance with local financial and regulatory requirements.
• Assist in the preparation of documents for audit purposes by ensuring all required documents are properly filed and organized.
• Work closely with other team members within the finance department to ensure efficient handling of documents and filing processes.

General Administrative Support

• Provide administrative support to the finance department by assisting with clerical duties as needed.
• Assist in any other tasks as directed by the Programme Finance Manager.

Safeguarding Programme Participants-Children & Adults

• Trócaire is committed to safeguarding people within our programmes from exploitation and abuse and has specific policies on this commitment (including a Global Code of Conduct) which outlines the expected behaviour and the responsibility of all staff, consultants and other organisational representatives. More information on Trócaire’s safeguarding policies available .

Diversity and inclusion

We welcome diverse applicants to join our inclusive workforce.

• Trócaire is an equal opportunities employer. We are an organisation that embraces diversity and inclusion. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds to bring their experiences and perspectives to Trócaire.
• Diversity and Inclusion statement available 

Requirements

• Diploma/ Certificate in finance related field and/ or CPA Section 11
• Minimum 1 year experience in a similar role
• Strong computer skills, including in use of accounting software and MS office programs (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Ability to work independently while also being a strong team player.
• Strong organisational skills, initiative, and ability to prioritise work.
• Ability to perform several tasks with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills (oral and written) to team members and partners.
• Ability to maintain outstanding working relationships.
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to show initiative and take responsibility.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of teamwork.
• Possesses an unwavering sense of integrity.
• Ability to engage effectively and respectfully with a diverse group of team members and partners.
• Commitment to, and understanding of, Trócaire’s aims, values and principles, including a commitment to principles of partnership, rights-based approaches, social justice and development.
• Knowledge of the Somali language and Environment is an added advantage

Skills

• Strong organisational and independent working skills.
• Leadership and good interpersonal skills including the ability to listen; negotiation skills at different levels; flexible and adaptable to work under unstable environments and under pressure with limited support.
• Strong coordination skills specifically with the ability to effectively coordinate with local partners and among internal team members (technical, finance, management).
• Capacity strengthening skills
• Excellent computer skills (Microsoft Office).
• Strong problem-solving skills and analytical skills.

Qualities

• Ability to work with minimum supervision.
• Up to date knowledge on the Triple Nexus debate and practice across the sector.
• Cultural sensitivity and respect.
• Strong diplomatic skills in communicating with stakeholders and team members.
• Proven strategic and innovative thinker, recognising and ensuring individual strengths of the team are fully involved in planning, implementation and analysis processes.
• Ability to present concise reports, reflecting the problems and possible solutions.
• Flexible and willing to work additional hours to ensure that the required results are delivered.
• High level of reliability, objectivity and honesty.
• Willingness to work in Somalia environment in unsocial hours and harsh conditions

Benefits

Closing Date for Applications 12th September 2025

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Resilience Programme Manager at Trocaire

Key responsibilities:

Programme Development and Management: 

• Manage and deepen the current portfolio of work on climate change and resilience programming that responds to the local context and contributes to a clear strategic country vision and theory of change in line with Trócaire’s Strategic Plan 2021-2025 and the Somalia Country Strategic Plan.
• Ensure that Trócaire in Somalia has a clearly identified climate change niche and that our added value contributes to our partners’ work.
• Ensure the community elders and leaders participate in and are aware of all initiatives related to programme design and implementation.
• Work in close co-ordination with the Head of Programmes (HOP) to ensure strategic coherence across programmes, MEAL, business development and partner capacity strengthening. 
• Ensure that different thematic areas of work are mutually reinforcing and contribute collectively to the achievement of country-level outcomes in view of an integrated programming approach and to ensure strong linkages between our humanitarian work, resilience/climate change work and our large health and nutrition programme.
• Ensure safeguarding and accountability are considered in programming.
• Ensure that the resilience programme promotes policy and advocacy work, research and innovation.
• Ensure that all programme effectively mainstreams gender and protection throughout the programme cycle.
• Identify learning priorities within the programme and facilitate the sharing of this learning with partners, across programmes, and externally as appropriate.
• Ensure regular communication with the Business Development and Grants Manager (BDGM) in country to identify new funding opportunities and guarantee the programme meets the requirements of back donors and that relevant support is given to Programme staff as needed to meet these requirements.

Specific to Programme Design:

• Provide technical leadership and ensure that the programme is designed, implemented, monitored and evaluated within the Trócaire Programme Management and Accountability Framework (PMAG).
• Undertake analysis (contextual/poverty/ power etc.) that informs appropriate programme strategies, location and target population.
• Ensure that team members have access to technical support required to carry out programme baselines and evaluations. This includes supporting the process of identifying appropriate consultants and other technical support, where necessary, and providing guidance to the MEAL team.
• Ensure that HQ-based Programme Teams are aware of and engaged in the programme design process in order to create synergies across country programmes.
• Specific to Programme Implementation and Monitoring:
• Ensure that the programme is being implemented within a clear engendered monitoring and evaluation framework that includes regular monitoring, supported by technical advice from the MEAL Coordinator.
• Through a regular programme review process with key colleagues, ensure that the programme is on track and challenges are dealt with.
• Assist is the delivery of high quality Annual Programme Reviews and donor reports that provide clear evidence of progress (or lack of) on an annual basis and that can be used for programme management, and ongoing learning and adaptation, as well as to highlight case studies for communication and advocacy.

Specific to Programme Evaluation:

• Ensure that the resilience programme is evaluated according to Trócaire’s evaluation policy and that learning from evaluations is incorporated into new programme design.
• Support the Deputy Country Director in establishing evaluation methodologies that foster internalisation of learning, and where possible promote elements of peer review and evaluation including with Partners. 
• Together with Programme staff, identify and encourage participation at relevant thematic working groups, cluster groups, networks and learning forums at regional, national (and possibly international) level in order to improve programme and advocacy impact.
• Human Resource Management
• Implement an effective performance management system for line managed stasff in line with organisational policy.
• Support, mentor and coach the team members as part of their professional development and to help them to be highly effective in their work.
• Ensure close coordination of finance staff with Programme Accountants and he Business Development and Grants Manager on all aspects of financial management and grants management.
• Establish a team approach to programming and partner capacity buildng, ensuring that programme staff work together to share learning and to exchange skills.
• Ensure regular team meetings for information exchange and strategic discussions as well as to facilitate rolling out of organisational programme processes and policies within the country team.
• Ensure that all programme staff complete an induction process that equips them to confidently and effectively deliver on their role.
• Financial and Admin Management
• Organise and maintain quarterly team meetings together with the finance and programme staff to have oversight of programme budgets and to review and monitor expenditure in close coordination with the Programme Accountant, FAM and the BDGM 
• Ensure regular visits by finance or programme staff to all programme partners to review systems and financial management and to provide support to partners in line with Trócaire’s Partner Governance and Finance Policy.
• Jointly with the BDGM ensure that finance/programme staff are familiar with internal, and where relevant external (e.g. back donor), financial management guidelines and policies, including fraud policies, and that these are adhered to.
• Support the CD, DCD and BDCM in identifying possible funding opportunities.
• Partner Relationships and Support
• Ensure that the Partnership Policy guides Trócaire’s engagement with partners in Somalia and that Programme staff are familiar with and implement the policy.
• Develop a Partner Capacity Building Programme with and for all partners in Somalia. This should be developed using the Trócaire Partner Capacity Building Framework and should have a corresponding monitoring and review element for each partner.
• Provide the necessary support to Programme Staff to ensure that all necessary capacity assessments are carried out and analysed prior to entering into any new partnerships.
• Provide leadership in the engagement with District Health Boards and other elders that ensures community ownership of Trocaire’s Programme and adequate access for all Trocaire’s programme work in Gedo.
• Policy, Advocacy and Communications
• Support programme staff to embed advocacy within programme strategies, and oversee country level advocacy initiatives led by Trócaire which complements desired outcomes of programme strategies.
• Support the team to ensure Trócaire communications channels (online, offline) are being used to promote/highlight Trócaire Somalia’s work in the area of Climate Change.
• Support the CD and Programme staff to respond to organisational needs for materials, or to host visits, related to organisational campaigns, fundraising and communications.
• Risk Management
• Take responsibility for Risk Management at a programme level, ensuring that Programme staff have the capacity to analyse and respond to risk at project and programme levels and that programme level risks are captured and managed as part of a country risk management strategy.
• As part of the SMT, support risk and security management.

Other Duties and Responsibilities

• Represent Trócaire at relevant external fora.
• Provide the necessary support to Programme Staff to ensure that all necessary capacity assessments are carried out and analysed prior to entering into any new partnerships.
• Provide leadership in the engagement with District Health Boards and other elders that ensures community ownership of Trocaire’s Programme and adequate access for all Trocaire’s programme work in Gedo.
• Policy, Advocacy and Communications
• Support programme staff to embed advocacy within programme strategies, and oversee country level advocacy initiatives led by Trócaire which complements desired outcomes of programme strategies.
• Support the team to ensure Trócaire communications channels (online, offline) are being used to promote/highlight Trócaire Somalia’s work in the area of Climate Change.
• Support the CD and Programme staff to respond to organisational needs for materials, or to host visits, related to organisational campaigns, fundraising and communications.
• Risk Management
• Take responsibility for Risk Management at a programme level, ensuring that Programme staff have the capacity to analyse and respond to risk at project and programme levels and that programme level risks are captured and managed as part of a country risk management strategy.
• As part of the SMT, support risk and security management.
• Other Duties and Responsibilities
• Represent Trócaire at relevant external fora.

Essential Requirements

Qualifications:

• Third level qualification in Development, Humanitarian, or related field of study.
• Masters, or other post-graduate qualification in a relevant area, or significant progrmamme management experience beyond that outlined below. 

Experience:

• Minimum of three years experience in a similar management role.

Skills:

• Excellent leadership skills. Provides a clear sense of direction and purpose for the team.
• Proactively deals with and addresses conflict and disagreement to achieve a satisfactory resolution.
• Demonstrated ability to think strategically and to develop and implement a clear resilience programme strategy aligned to the country and organisational strategy.
• Ability to present information and decisions related to Trócaire’s work and performance in a transparent and effective manner.

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