CARE Canada Country Representative - Djibouti

[Admin]

CARE Canada Country Representative - Djibouti

CARE Canada is currently seeking a Country Representative who will based out of Djibouti.

The Republic of Djibouti is a mainly Muslim country bordering Eritrea, Ethiopia and Somalia. The total population is estimated at 818,600, of which, more than 70% live in urban centres. In rural areas, an estimated two-thirds of the population is pastoralists. Djibouti has an arid climate, which is mostly made up of volcanic desert and rocky soil, creating an inhospitable environment for raising livestock and agriculture. Agriculture is therefore extremely limited and meets only 3% of the country’s food requirements. Two consecutive failed rains combined with soaring food and fuel prices have dramatically increased food insecurity in Djibouti. The crisis has resulted in substantial loss of livestock, destruction of livelihoods, and degradation of fields and pastures. The UN now estimates that 146,000 people are experiencing a food security crisis in Djibouti.

Djibouti also hosts over 20,000 refugees, mainly from Somalia (70% of which are women and children) in Ali Addeh camp located in Ali Sabieh District in Djibouti. According to the Camp Administrator, between 120 and 130 refugees are arriving on a weekly basis. Due to the scale of new arrivals and the limited capacity of UNHCR and its partners, the camp does not meet minimum standards. These new arrivals are putting substantial pressure on the host community, which has been severely affected by the current drought. Malnutrition, as well as lack of water (less than 10 litres of water per day) and limited livelihood opportunities mean that the host community finds itself in a particularly precarious situation. Due to the increasing number of refugees living in Ali Addeh camp and the poor living conditions in the host community, UNHCR and the Government of Djibouti have decided to re-open the Hol-Hol refugee camp, which was closed in 2006 following the large-scale voluntary repatriation of Somali refugees.

The Djibouti program director has the overall responsibility for the effective management of CARE International programs in the country based on CARE International and Canada’s mission, vision, core values and program principals,

About CARE

Founded in 1945, CARE is a leading international humanitarian organization fighting global poverty. In over 80 countries, CARE works with the poorest communities to improve basic health and education, enhance rural livelihoods and food security, increase access to clean water and sanitation, expand economic opportunity, help vulnerable people adapt to climate change and provide lifesaving assistance during emergencies. CARE places special focus on working alongside women and girls living in poverty because, equipped with the proper resources, women and girls have the power to help whole families and entire communities escape poverty. To learn more, visit www.care.ca

How to apply:
If you are someone who thrives on challenge, loves to be part of a dynamic team and you are passionate about making a difference, then this opportunity is for you. Please apply directly at: www.careersunited.org before December 07th, 2012