Russia to Open Embassy in Juba: A New Chapter in South Sudan–Russia Relations

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‎ ‎In a significant diplomatic move, the Russian Federation is preparing to open its embassy in South Sudan between September and October 2025, marking a major milestone in the strengthening of bilateral ties between the two nations. ‎ ‎The news was confirmed by South Sudan’s Ambassador to Russia, Chol Tong Mayay, during a farewell event for a South Sudanese ICT delegation that recently attended the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF 2025). ‎ ‎A Long-Awaited Diplomatic Presence ‎The planned opening of a Russian embassy in Juba is seen as a long-overdue development in South Sudan-Russia relations.  ‎ ‎Since South Sudan gained independence in 2011, Russia has maintained diplomatic accreditation to Juba from its embassy in Khartoum.  ‎ ‎The establishment of a permanent diplomatic mission in the South Sudanese capital is expected to significantly boost cooperation, streamline consular services, and facilitate more direct political, economic, and cultural exchanges....
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Job Vacany: Program manager Eduction-Juba

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Program Manager Education

Job Title:                                              Program Manager Education

Line Manager:                                      Director of Programs

People Management:                           ECD Project Officer, EIE Project Officer, TVET Project Office and General Education Project Officer

Duty Station:                                        Juba, South Sudan

Closing Date:                                       December 28th, 2017

Background
SAADO – Smile Again Africa Development Organization is a national non- profit humanitarian and
development organization dedicated to working with the youth and their communities to reach their full
potential. Founded in 2011, SAADO works across all the states of South Sudan promoting social cohesion and empowering communities to tackle the causes of poverty and injustices.  We provide humanitarian assistance to families affected by disaster & conflict while partnering with communities for long – term solutions to alleviate poverty. Motivated by the potential in the youth, we optimize their role to foster peaceful co-existence and economic empowerment in south Sudan.             
The Role
Reporting to the Director of Programs, the Program Manager Education will lead in technical development, strategic direction and quality assurance of the education sector. The Education He / she is responsible for mentoring, training, building the technical capacity of staff and to develop growth of the education portfolio for SAADO.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
·         Ensure effective design and implementation of quality formal & non-formal education programming through technical advice and support to the Director of Programs.
·         Integrate SAADO’s strategy on improving basic, alternative and TVET education provision in South Sudan
·         Contribute to fundraising, develop and revise funding proposal, budgets and donor reports
·         Identify trends technical standards and donor priorities
·         Follow up on compliance with contractual commitments within the Education Sector, ensure high technical quality and synergies in project implementation
·         Provide technical direction and project implementation support
·         Ensure that key learning is extracted from Education implementation, and incorporate them in Education implementation and staff development processes
·         Provide systematic training and build capacity of technical staff
·         Represent SAADO in relevant forums/clusters, including with national authorities and donors
·         Develop innovative youth programming relevant to the South Sudan context and demonstrate flexibility of adopting new strategies and ways of implementing the other education interventions.
·         Be responsible for monitoring the sector specific situation in the country and initiate relevant assessments to increase scope, respond to emergencies or adapt the program to the context.
·         Support in recruitment of technical staff across the country program.
·         Contribute sector/technical information for relevant internal and external sharing.
·         Contribute to an effective M&E system in the country
·         Work with project teams on Value for Money and cost efficiency
·         Contribute to cluster reporting across the Education Sector

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
·         Master’s degree in Education, or other relevant field of study.
·         At least 5 to 7 year experiences in design and implementation of education programs.
·         Proven knowledge and experience in developing and implementing Basic education, alternative education and Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET)
·         Familiarity with international humanitarian operations, coordination structures, and the mandates of donors, UN agencies, and other NGOs.
·         Demonstrated ability to set up monitoring & evaluation systems in large complex Programs.
·         Excellent communication, analytical skills, organization and writing/editing skills.

How to apply
If you are passionate and interested send your CV and a cover letter to SAADO HR Manager; quoting “Program Manager  Education” on this email address: vacancy@saado.org or you can hand deliver your application to SAADO office: Munuki Block C, Off Gudele Road, Opposite Antipas Pharmacy in Juba by December 28th, 2017 Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

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