East African Community
Location: Arusha, Tanzania
Last Date: January 30, 2010
Email: eac@eachq.org
TOURISM MARKETING ASSISTANT – (REF: EAC/HR/PF/08-09/032)
EAST AFRICAN COMMUNITY
Applications are invited from suitably qualified citizens of East Africa (Burundi,
Kenya, Rwanda, United Republic of Tanzania and Uganda) for the following
Project Position at the East African Community Headquarters in Arusha, Tanzania.
This is a non-established position supported by the EAC Partnership Fund and the
contract terms are limited to one (1) year with a possibility of renewal subject to
performance and extension of funding.
TOURISM MARKETING ASSISTANT – (REF: EAC/HR/PF/08-09/032)
Grade: General Staff Category (G4 Equivalent)
Reports to: Principal Tourism Officer
Organ/Institution: East African Community Secretariat
Duration of Contract: 1 Year Fixed Term
Station: EAC Secretariat, Arusha, Tanzania
Main Purpose of the Job:
To assist the Principal Tourism Officer in the implementation of Tourism
Marketing activities.
Duties and Responsibilities:
1. To assist and conceptualise designs, items and cooperate company to
partner in Marketing the Region as a single tourist destination.
2. To assist in developing a Regional Tourist database in consultation with
Senior Statistic Officer.
3. To assist in identifying marketing strategic areas for Domestic Tourism.
4. To assist in implementing regional tourism marketing strategies and
creatively cascade to effective short per programme as per allocated
budget.
5. To assist in providing, generating and storing relevant data inline with the
Tourism Sector.
6. To assist in following up new Tourism development initiatives in marketing
and take up necessary action.
7. To liaise with TWPA, EAC web editors/designers for necessary updates.
8. To follow up on the EAC tourism website and determine the number of
visitors per page and advice on marketing emphasis as well as emerged
market.
9. To assist in organising with Partner States tourism bodies in doing farm trips
when found appropriate.
10. Perform any other assignments as may be assigned by the supervisor.
QualificationQualifications
Bachelors degree or Higher Diploma in Tourism, Wildlife Management, Business
Administration, Commerce, Public Administration or a related field of study.
Experience
At least 3 years relevant experience in the Tourism/Hospitality Industry, or in a
marketing/sales environment.
Skills and Competencies
Good interpersonal skills, Computer literate, result oriented, good organisational
skills, excellent oral and written communication skills.
Age: 25 - 35 years.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SERVICE
This is a non-established position funded under the EAC Partnership whose
contract terms are limited to a period of one (1) year, and may only be renewed
subject to extension of funding. Attractive consolidated remuneration packages
for non-established fixed contract positions will be paid in accordance with the
EAC regulations on short term staff contracts.
HOW TO APPLY
Interested candidates should submit their applications quoting the reference
number of the position applied for by registered mail, courier service, email (all
soft copies should be in MS Word) or dispatch together with Curriculum Vitae,
copies of both academic and professional certificates and testimonials, names and
addresses of three referees, and day time telephone/ cell phone numbers to:
The Secretary General
East African Community
P.O. Box 1096
ARUSHA
Tanzania
Fax No: +007 27 2504255/2504481
Email:
To be received not later than 30th January 2010.
The East African Community is an equal opportunity employer; therefore female
candidates are particularly encouraged to apply. The East African Community will
only respond to those candidates who strictly meet the set requirements.
For more information, visit our website: http://www.eac.int
Friday, January 22, 2010
POST:Program Officer
International Development Law Organization (IDLO)
Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Last Date: February 14, 2010
International Development Law Organization
Viale Vaticano, 106
00165 Rome, Italy
39 06 40403200
www.idlo.int
IDLO seeks to strengthen the rule of law and good
governance in developing countries and countries in
transition to provide security for the individual, to reduce
poverty by protecting individual rights and economic
activity, and by strengthening judicial and local
institutions to promote a viable legal framework for
commerce, trade, and investment.
Program Officer
Local Consultancy
IDLO Field Program Office
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
The International Development Law Organization (IDLO) is an intergovernmental organization that
promotes legal, regulatory and institutional reform to advance economic and social development in
transitional and developing countries.
Founded in 1983 and one of the leaders in rule of law assistance, IDLO's comprehensive approach achieves
enduring results by mobilizing stakeholders at all levels of society to drive institutional change. Because
IDLO wields no political agenda and has deep expertise in all legal systems and emerging global issues,
people and interest groups of differing ideologies trust IDLO. It has direct access to government leaders,
institutions and multilateral organizations in developing countries, including lawyers, jurists, policymakers,
regulators, advocates, academics and civil society representatives.
Since its establishment, IDLO has worked with more than 20,000 legal professionals in 175 countries. Its
network of forty-four independent national alumni associations, with membership drawn from legal,
business, academic and civil society communities, gives it a unique ability to create opportunity for those
most in need.
IDLO is based in Rome, with regional offices in Cairo and Sydney, project offices in Afghanistan, Indonesia,
Kyrgyzstan, Ethiopia and Sudan, a permanent observer office at the United Nations in New York and a
resource development office in Seattle.
IDLO’s work with the Ethiopian Human Rights Commission
IDLO has been working with the Ethiopian Human Rights Commission (EHRC) since mid-2009. Established
in 2000, the work of the Commission is still being hampered by a lack of institutional capacity.
Through targeted institutional capacity building, technical assistance and mentoring activities, IDLO’s
efforts aim to further develop the EHRC into a more effective institution, able to better protect and enforce
human rights in line with Ethiopian laws, and international human rights norms and standards. IDLO’s
work intends to provide the Commission with the skills, knowledge and tools needed to carry out its
mandate to protect and enforce human rights more effectively and efficiently.
To ensure maximum impact, IDLO will involve the Commission’s legal and administrative staff members,
as well as senior management officials and appointees charged with managing the Commission, and
members of Ethiopian human rights NGOs. The Commission officials and appointees are recognized as a
vital constituency, as they are responsible for designing and implementing the strategy and operations of
the Commission.
About IDLO
For its Program with the EHRC, IDLO is seeking a suitably qualified Program Officer.
Based in IDLO’s Field Program Office in Addis Ababa and working in close consultation with, and reporting
directly to, IDLO’s Manager of Field Operations Unit (“FOU”) based at IDLO’s Headquarters in Rome, Italy,
the duties of the Program Officer will include:
• Managing and implementing the day-to-day activities of IDLO’s Program with the EHRC;
• Managing the day-to-day finances of IDLO’s Program with the EHRC;
• Managing the IDLO Field Program Office and team in Addis Ababa responsible for implementing IDLO’s
Program with the EHRC;
• Developing and strengthening the day-to-day relationships with the EHRC and other stakeholders, and
serve as the primary focal point in the relationship between IDLO and the EHRC;
The Position
Position Cont’d
• Serving as the primary focal point in Ethiopia for IDLO’s FOU;
• Working with the FOU in identifying appropriate and relevant experts to assist in the implementation of
the Program;
• Providing technical input into Program activities and providing support to relevant experts engaged by
IDLO for the Program, as required;
• Ensuring that Program deliverables are achieved in accordance with IDLO and donor standards;
• Preparing reports (narrative, financial, and other forms) to the FOU and to the donor, as per IDLO and
donor requirements;
• Organizing and participating in trainings, roundtables and meetings as required by the Program;
• Representing IDLO in Ethiopia and maintaining relations with partners, government departments, country
delegations, development agencies, donors and NGOs working in similar areas as IDLO;
• Representing IDLO at external meetings, seminars, workshops, and other events in Ethiopia and elsewhere,
which are relevant to the Program or to IDLO more generally;
• Identifying and pursuing opportunities for increasing IDLO’s work in Ethiopia, including providing assistance
in drafting technical and financial proposals.
IDLO is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in all areas of its operations. We welcome and
encourage diverse applications. To apply, please visit IDLO’s employment website at www.idlo.int/jobs
How to Apply
Ideal Candidate Profile and Minimum Qualifications
The ideal candidate will have a legal and/or human rights background, and at least 10 years of professional
experience relevant to the position. The candidate will have highly developed project/program management
skills and a good knowledge of related tools and techniques.
The candidate will have demonstrated experience developing and managing relationships with high-level
officials, government institutions, international organizations, NGOs and community organizations, preferably
in Ethiopia.
The Program Officer will be required to engage and work closely with staff at various levels within the EHRC,
creating an environment of cooperation and fostering relationships based on mutual respect and trust. It is
therefore essential that the candidate demonstrates well developed interpersonal, diplomatic and negotiation
skills, and experience working and interacting with various and diverse personalities.
He/she will have a good understanding of the political, legal and human rights context in Ethiopia, as well as
of related international frameworks and conventions. The ideal candidate will have some professional experience
in these areas.
The candidate will demonstrate sound judgment, ability to supervise and work with a small team, and some
financial management skills. Proficiency in English, both written and spoken, is required. Experience working
for an international organization or United Nations agency will be highly regarded. As this is a local hire, the
position is open to Ethiopian nationals only. The contract period is for a six months, renewable, with a probation
period of two months.
The successful candidate will be required to commence as urgently as possible in February, and will receive a
competitive salary within Ethiopian standards. First review of applicants will start as of January 25, 2010.
Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Last Date: February 14, 2010
International Development Law Organization
Viale Vaticano, 106
00165 Rome, Italy
39 06 40403200
www.idlo.int
IDLO seeks to strengthen the rule of law and good
governance in developing countries and countries in
transition to provide security for the individual, to reduce
poverty by protecting individual rights and economic
activity, and by strengthening judicial and local
institutions to promote a viable legal framework for
commerce, trade, and investment.
Program Officer
Local Consultancy
IDLO Field Program Office
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
The International Development Law Organization (IDLO) is an intergovernmental organization that
promotes legal, regulatory and institutional reform to advance economic and social development in
transitional and developing countries.
Founded in 1983 and one of the leaders in rule of law assistance, IDLO's comprehensive approach achieves
enduring results by mobilizing stakeholders at all levels of society to drive institutional change. Because
IDLO wields no political agenda and has deep expertise in all legal systems and emerging global issues,
people and interest groups of differing ideologies trust IDLO. It has direct access to government leaders,
institutions and multilateral organizations in developing countries, including lawyers, jurists, policymakers,
regulators, advocates, academics and civil society representatives.
Since its establishment, IDLO has worked with more than 20,000 legal professionals in 175 countries. Its
network of forty-four independent national alumni associations, with membership drawn from legal,
business, academic and civil society communities, gives it a unique ability to create opportunity for those
most in need.
IDLO is based in Rome, with regional offices in Cairo and Sydney, project offices in Afghanistan, Indonesia,
Kyrgyzstan, Ethiopia and Sudan, a permanent observer office at the United Nations in New York and a
resource development office in Seattle.
IDLO’s work with the Ethiopian Human Rights Commission
IDLO has been working with the Ethiopian Human Rights Commission (EHRC) since mid-2009. Established
in 2000, the work of the Commission is still being hampered by a lack of institutional capacity.
Through targeted institutional capacity building, technical assistance and mentoring activities, IDLO’s
efforts aim to further develop the EHRC into a more effective institution, able to better protect and enforce
human rights in line with Ethiopian laws, and international human rights norms and standards. IDLO’s
work intends to provide the Commission with the skills, knowledge and tools needed to carry out its
mandate to protect and enforce human rights more effectively and efficiently.
To ensure maximum impact, IDLO will involve the Commission’s legal and administrative staff members,
as well as senior management officials and appointees charged with managing the Commission, and
members of Ethiopian human rights NGOs. The Commission officials and appointees are recognized as a
vital constituency, as they are responsible for designing and implementing the strategy and operations of
the Commission.
About IDLO
For its Program with the EHRC, IDLO is seeking a suitably qualified Program Officer.
Based in IDLO’s Field Program Office in Addis Ababa and working in close consultation with, and reporting
directly to, IDLO’s Manager of Field Operations Unit (“FOU”) based at IDLO’s Headquarters in Rome, Italy,
the duties of the Program Officer will include:
• Managing and implementing the day-to-day activities of IDLO’s Program with the EHRC;
• Managing the day-to-day finances of IDLO’s Program with the EHRC;
• Managing the IDLO Field Program Office and team in Addis Ababa responsible for implementing IDLO’s
Program with the EHRC;
• Developing and strengthening the day-to-day relationships with the EHRC and other stakeholders, and
serve as the primary focal point in the relationship between IDLO and the EHRC;
The Position
Position Cont’d
• Serving as the primary focal point in Ethiopia for IDLO’s FOU;
• Working with the FOU in identifying appropriate and relevant experts to assist in the implementation of
the Program;
• Providing technical input into Program activities and providing support to relevant experts engaged by
IDLO for the Program, as required;
• Ensuring that Program deliverables are achieved in accordance with IDLO and donor standards;
• Preparing reports (narrative, financial, and other forms) to the FOU and to the donor, as per IDLO and
donor requirements;
• Organizing and participating in trainings, roundtables and meetings as required by the Program;
• Representing IDLO in Ethiopia and maintaining relations with partners, government departments, country
delegations, development agencies, donors and NGOs working in similar areas as IDLO;
• Representing IDLO at external meetings, seminars, workshops, and other events in Ethiopia and elsewhere,
which are relevant to the Program or to IDLO more generally;
• Identifying and pursuing opportunities for increasing IDLO’s work in Ethiopia, including providing assistance
in drafting technical and financial proposals.
IDLO is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in all areas of its operations. We welcome and
encourage diverse applications. To apply, please visit IDLO’s employment website at www.idlo.int/jobs
How to Apply
Ideal Candidate Profile and Minimum Qualifications
The ideal candidate will have a legal and/or human rights background, and at least 10 years of professional
experience relevant to the position. The candidate will have highly developed project/program management
skills and a good knowledge of related tools and techniques.
The candidate will have demonstrated experience developing and managing relationships with high-level
officials, government institutions, international organizations, NGOs and community organizations, preferably
in Ethiopia.
The Program Officer will be required to engage and work closely with staff at various levels within the EHRC,
creating an environment of cooperation and fostering relationships based on mutual respect and trust. It is
therefore essential that the candidate demonstrates well developed interpersonal, diplomatic and negotiation
skills, and experience working and interacting with various and diverse personalities.
He/she will have a good understanding of the political, legal and human rights context in Ethiopia, as well as
of related international frameworks and conventions. The ideal candidate will have some professional experience
in these areas.
The candidate will demonstrate sound judgment, ability to supervise and work with a small team, and some
financial management skills. Proficiency in English, both written and spoken, is required. Experience working
for an international organization or United Nations agency will be highly regarded. As this is a local hire, the
position is open to Ethiopian nationals only. The contract period is for a six months, renewable, with a probation
period of two months.
The successful candidate will be required to commence as urgently as possible in February, and will receive a
competitive salary within Ethiopian standards. First review of applicants will start as of January 25, 2010.
POST:Social Scientist – Monitoring and Evaluation
ILRI
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Last Date: January 22, 2010
Email: recruit-ilri@cgiar.org
Social Scientist – Monitoring and Evaluation
ILRI
Social Scientist – Monitoring and Evaluation
Vacancy Number:
SS/PG/01/10
ILRI requires a scientist specialised in monitoring and evaluation and impact assessment to work on a range of Research for Development (R4D) projects
Posted On:
Closing On:
Wednesday, 13 January 2010
Friday, 22 January 2010
Department:
Location:
Others
Nairobi, Kenya
Duration:
3 Years
Job Description:
General:
ILRI is a globally networked research institute based in Africa. ILRI works to help reduce poverty, hunger and environmental degradation by enhancing animal agriculture in developing countries. ILRI positions its work at the dynamic interface of poverty alleviation and sustainable livestock livelihoods. Our staff work in partnerships and alliances with hundreds of organizations in developed and developing countries, including some of the finest universities and research institutions in the world. ILRI’s headquarters are in Nairobi, Kenya, with a principal campus in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Our staffs are also based in partner institutions in other parts of Africa and in Asia and Latin America. We employ more than 700 staff from about 40 countries and are one of 15 centres around the world sponsored by the Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR)
The position:
ILRI requires a scientist specialised in monitoring and evaluation and impact assessment to work on a range of Research for Development (R4D) projects in Africa and Asia.
Responsibilities:
• Design and implement monitoring and evaluation systems for major R4D project, together with partners within and outside of ILRI.
• Organize, manage and train project teams to collect, clean and analyze data.
• Lead and contribute to the analysis of baseline, M&E and impact assessment data in ILRI project using qualitative and quantitative methods.
• Develop and test participatory approaches, including participatory approaches, for monitoring and evaluation at community and project level.
• Work with and strengthen the capacity of partners in research, development and extension organizations in Participatory Monitoring and Evaluation, including formal and experiential learning methods.
• Contribute to the development of livestock, poverty and gender indicators for evaluating the outcomes and impacts of livestock related interventions, technologies and policies.
• Co-ordinate, regularly update and maintain baseline and M&E databases for projects within the Poverty and Gender Program and provide assistance on the same to other projects within ILRI.
• Lead and contribute to the production of publications including M&E reports, annual reports, policy briefs, journal papers and other scientific publications in collaboration with other scientists in ILRI.
Location:
Nairobi, Kenya with frequent travel to areas where there are ILRI activities.
Preferred Skills:
The successful candidate will have:
• A post graduate degree in the social sciences such as agriculture economics, rural sociology, development studies, project management, or other relevant field
• Experience with monitoring and evaluation methods, systems and tools
• Knowledge and experience with qualitative and quantitative data analysis
• Knowledge of and experience with impact assessment methods
• Experience with gender and/or nutritional issues in impact assessment highly desirable
• Strong analytical and writing skills
• Basic knowledge of French is highly desirable
Terms of appointment:
Initial appointment is for three years with the possibility of renewal, contingent upon individual performance and the availability of funding. ILRI offers a competitive remuneration package paid in US dollars.
Applications:
Applicants should send a cover letter expressing their interest, detailed CV, names and contact details (Telephone, E-mail) of three professional referees to the Human Resources Office, e-mail: recruit-ilri@cgiar.org by 22nd January 2010. The title and reference number of the position for which the application is made should be clearly marked on the email subject line.
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Last Date: January 22, 2010
Email: recruit-ilri@cgiar.org
Social Scientist – Monitoring and Evaluation
ILRI
Social Scientist – Monitoring and Evaluation
Vacancy Number:
SS/PG/01/10
ILRI requires a scientist specialised in monitoring and evaluation and impact assessment to work on a range of Research for Development (R4D) projects
Posted On:
Closing On:
Wednesday, 13 January 2010
Friday, 22 January 2010
Department:
Location:
Others
Nairobi, Kenya
Duration:
3 Years
Job Description:
General:
ILRI is a globally networked research institute based in Africa. ILRI works to help reduce poverty, hunger and environmental degradation by enhancing animal agriculture in developing countries. ILRI positions its work at the dynamic interface of poverty alleviation and sustainable livestock livelihoods. Our staff work in partnerships and alliances with hundreds of organizations in developed and developing countries, including some of the finest universities and research institutions in the world. ILRI’s headquarters are in Nairobi, Kenya, with a principal campus in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Our staffs are also based in partner institutions in other parts of Africa and in Asia and Latin America. We employ more than 700 staff from about 40 countries and are one of 15 centres around the world sponsored by the Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR)
The position:
ILRI requires a scientist specialised in monitoring and evaluation and impact assessment to work on a range of Research for Development (R4D) projects in Africa and Asia.
Responsibilities:
• Design and implement monitoring and evaluation systems for major R4D project, together with partners within and outside of ILRI.
• Organize, manage and train project teams to collect, clean and analyze data.
• Lead and contribute to the analysis of baseline, M&E and impact assessment data in ILRI project using qualitative and quantitative methods.
• Develop and test participatory approaches, including participatory approaches, for monitoring and evaluation at community and project level.
• Work with and strengthen the capacity of partners in research, development and extension organizations in Participatory Monitoring and Evaluation, including formal and experiential learning methods.
• Contribute to the development of livestock, poverty and gender indicators for evaluating the outcomes and impacts of livestock related interventions, technologies and policies.
• Co-ordinate, regularly update and maintain baseline and M&E databases for projects within the Poverty and Gender Program and provide assistance on the same to other projects within ILRI.
• Lead and contribute to the production of publications including M&E reports, annual reports, policy briefs, journal papers and other scientific publications in collaboration with other scientists in ILRI.
Location:
Nairobi, Kenya with frequent travel to areas where there are ILRI activities.
Preferred Skills:
The successful candidate will have:
• A post graduate degree in the social sciences such as agriculture economics, rural sociology, development studies, project management, or other relevant field
• Experience with monitoring and evaluation methods, systems and tools
• Knowledge and experience with qualitative and quantitative data analysis
• Knowledge of and experience with impact assessment methods
• Experience with gender and/or nutritional issues in impact assessment highly desirable
• Strong analytical and writing skills
• Basic knowledge of French is highly desirable
Terms of appointment:
Initial appointment is for three years with the possibility of renewal, contingent upon individual performance and the availability of funding. ILRI offers a competitive remuneration package paid in US dollars.
Applications:
Applicants should send a cover letter expressing their interest, detailed CV, names and contact details (Telephone, E-mail) of three professional referees to the Human Resources Office, e-mail: recruit-ilri@cgiar.org by 22nd January 2010. The title and reference number of the position for which the application is made should be clearly marked on the email subject line.
Several Positions
Refugee Law Project
Location: Uganda
Last Date: January 22, 2010
Email: recruitment@refugeelawproject.org
Several Jobs
Refugee Law Project
Uganda
The Refugee Law Project announces the following vacancies: Karamoja Research and Advocacy Officer, Transitional Justice Lawyer, ATJRN Research and Advocacy Officer Deportation Researcher, Administration & Human Resource Assistant, Pool Research Assistant,Functional Adult Literacy - Volunteer English Teacher, and Video Advocacy Volunteer.
Interested candidates must submit an application letter, curriculum vitae, copies of relevant academic documents to:
The Head of Finance, Administration & Human Resources
Refugee Law Project, Faculty of Law, MUK
Plot No. 9 Perryman Gardens (Opp. Old Kampala Primary School) Old Kampala
P. O. Box 33903,Kampala
Email applications should be sent to: recruitment@refugeelawproject.org
Deadline for receipt of applications is 22nd January 2010 at 5.00pm
VACANCIES
Position: Karamoja Research and Advocacy Officer
The Karamoja Research and Advocacy Officer shall perform the following duties:
1. Conduct research and other research related activities under the supervision of the Project Co-ordinator.
2. Coordinate networking and lobbying activities with various organisations working on issues pertinent to national truth and reconciliation.
3. Document all activities including networking and lobbying activities carried out.
4. Plan and implement advocacy strategies and activities in consultation with the Project Coordinator and Project Advisors.
5. Contribute to the production and dissemination of materials (e.g. brochures, website, briefing papers, radio shows, videos etc.)
6. Participate in relevant meetings.
7. Develop and use training materials on the basis of research work conducted.
8. Any other duties that the Project Co-ordinator and Project Advisors may assign from time to time.
Minimum Requirements
• BA in Public Administration, Political Science, Forced Migration, Mass Communications, related field, or the equivalent in experience.
• Two years experience in Research and advocacy or public policy formation.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Karamoja region and Local Government structures and civil society.
• Proven ability in programme management and staff supervision.
• Proficiency in basic computer applications (MS Word, Outlook Express, Excel; knowledge of website software a plus.)
• Written and spoken fluency in English is required. Fluency in Karimojong, Swahili or other East African Languages desired.
• Knowledge of Peace and Conflict, Transitional Justice, Pastoralism, forced migration and human rights are an added advantage.
Position: Transitional Justice Lawyer
The Transitional Justice Lawyer shall perform the following duties:
1. Conduct legal research and other research related activities under the supervision of the Project Co-ordinator.
2. Coordinate networking and lobbying activities with various organisations working on issues pertinent to national truth and reconciliation.
3. Document all activities including networking and lobbying activities carried out.
4. Plan and implement advocacy strategies and activities in consultation with the Project Coordinator and Project Advisors.
5. Contribute to the production and dissemination of materials on Transitional Justice (e.g. brochures, website, briefing papers, radio shows, videos etc.)
6. Participate in relevant meetings.
7. Develop and use training materials on the basis of research work conducted.
8. Any other duties that the Project Co-ordinator and Project Advisors may assign from time to time.
Minimum Requirements
• Bachelor of Law degree is desired.
• Two years experience in legal research.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Ugandan Legal Regime and international law.
• Proficiency in basic computer applications (MS Word, Outlook Express, Excel; knowledge ofwebsite software a plus.)
• Written and spoken fluency in English is required. Fluency in Luo, Swahili or other East African Languages desired.
• Knowledge of forced migration and human rights law are an added advantage.
Position: ATJRN Research and Advocacy Officer
The ATJRN Research and Advocacy Officer shall perform the following duties:
1. Conduct research and other research related activities under the supervision of the Project Co-ordinator.
2. Coordinate networking and lobbying activities with various organisations working on issues pertinent to national truth and reconciliation.
3. Document all activities including networking and lobbying activities carried out.
4. Plan and implement advocacy strategies and activities in consultation with the Project Coordinator and Project Advisors.
5. Contribute to the production and dissemination of Beyond Juba materials (e.g. brochures, website, briefing papers, radio shows, videos etc.)
6. Participate in relevant meetings.
7. Develop and use training materials on the basis of research work conducted.
8. Any other duties that the Project Co-ordinator and Project Advisors may assign from time to time.
Minimum Requirements
• BA in Public Administration, Political Science, Forced Migration, Mass Communications, a related field, or the equivalent in experience. Course work or a degree in law is desired.
• Two years experience in advocacy or public policy formation.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Ugandan Government structures and civil society.
• Proficiency in basic computer applications (MS Word, Outlook Express, Excel; knowledge of website software a plus.)
• Written and spoken fluency in English is required. Fluency in French, Swahili or other East African Languages desired.
• Knowledge of forced migration and human rights law are an added advantage.
Position: Deportation Researcher
The Deportation Researcher shall perform the following duties:
1. Conduct research on deportation related issues under the supervision of the Team Leader.
2. Coordinate networking and lobbying activities with various organisations working on issues pertinent to deportation.
3. Document all activities under the deportation project.
4. Plan and implement advocacy strategies and activities in consultation with the Team Leader and Legal Advisor.
5. Contribute to the production and dissemination of materials on deportation (e.g. brochures, website, briefing papers, radio shows, videos etc.)
6. Participate in relevant meetings.
7. Develop training materials on the basis of research work conducted.
8. Any other duties that the Team Leader and Legal Advisor may assign from time to time.
Minimum Requirements
• Relevant Degree
• Knowledge of forced migration, human rights and international law desirable
• Ability to conduct research at both at local and international level around immigration issues.
• Two years experience in advocacy or public policy formation.
• Proficiency in basic computer applications (MS Word, Outlook Express, Excel; knowledge of website software a plus.)
• Written and spoken fluency in English is required. Fluency in French, Swahili or other East African Languages desired.
Position: Administration & Human Resource Assistant
The Administrative and Human Resource Assistant shall perform the following duties:
1. Undertake procurement of goods and services for the project inline with university procurement guidelines.
2. Maintain Personnel records ensuring updated CV’s, academic transcripts, contracts and important documents
3. Maintain Staff leave records indicating types of leave, leave taken and outstanding.
4. Ensure that adequate supply of Inventory/Stationary & Office consumables.
5. Maintain proper records of documents in the offices of the Director and the Head of Finance and Administration
6. Assist with logistics when necessary, particularly in obtaining government papers.
7. Any other duties that may be assigned.
8. Provide fuel for all vehicles through the fuel vouchers system.
9. Allocate vehicles to journeys (particularly making sure that project staff are dropped off and collected in as efficient a manner possible).
10. Prepare monthly vehicle/fuel reports.
Minimum Requirements
• Degree /Diploma in Business Studies (UDBS) from a recognised Institution.
• Two years work experience in an NGO or donor funded project as an Administrative Assistant.
• Should have good working knowledge of computer applications (MS Word, Excel and Access.)
Position: Pool Research Assistant
The pool Research Assistant shall perform the following duties:
1. Liaising with Lead Researcher.
2. Arrangement and undertaking of face-to-face interviews with targeted respondents.
3. Arrangement and administration of questionnaire to target groups.
4. Coding and entry of data collated.
5. Maintenance of accurate files and records, both computerised and manual.
6. Writing up & reporting of research findings as required by the lead Researchers.
7. Performance of any other duties associated with the research project, of an occasionalnature, which may be assigned by the lead Researchers.
Minimum Requirement
The person appointed will be a research assistant for the project and should possess:
• An undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Excellent IT skills
• Ability to work as part of a team while also using his/her own initiative
• Professional experience relevant to the field of lifelong learning
• Confidentiality and discretion are expected
Position: Functional Adult Literacy – Volunteer English Teacher
The Volunteer English teacher shall perform the following duties:
1. Teaching English as a second language and Functional Adult Literacy using “Speak Your Rights” curriculum
2. Assist in field research and teaching different levels
3. Prepare lessons and develop teaching materials and implement them
4. Assist in managing lending library
5. Assist in coordinating Distance Education programme
6. Managing referrals of students to FAL partners and follow up
7. Develop and maintain proper statistics on students in various levels
8. Develop work plans and implement them
9. Write progressive reports
10. Perform any other activities as required
Minimum Requirement
• BA or Diploma in Adult and Community Development or Refugee Law/Human Rights or its equivalent
• Experience in teaching English as a second language
• Knowledge of English vocabulary and grammar
• Knowledge of characteristics of adult learners
• Knowledge of one major refugee language (French, Somali and Kiswahili)
• Sound judgement, ethical practice and common sense
• Ability to teach English/FAL levels
• Creativity and innovation
Position: Video Advocacy Volunteer
The Video Advocacy Volunteer shall perform the following duties:
• Participate in the production of video documentaries and other products for the organization for local and international use
• Carry out research and identify priority activities and issues for which to launch an advocacy campaign
• Establish contacts with stakeholders for possible collaborations
• Assist in the procurement of audio-visual equipment
• Contribute to the update of the organization’s database, especially as regards, photos, audio and video products
Minimum Requirements
• University degree in Mass Communication (with a bias in broadcast journalism), Development Studies, Social Sciences, Arts, or related field. Progressive professional training in video production may be considered
• Two years experience in film production/video production
• Professional ability to shoot and edit video (Lighting/camera experience is required)
• Proficiency in software packages used to produce visual advocacy products including design and video editing software is required
• Working in conflict affected areas and NGO setting is an advantage
• Ability to diplomatically handle sensitive situations with target audiences
• Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of Swahili is desirable.
Interested candidates must submit an application letter, curriculum vitae, copies of relevant academic documents to:
The Head of Finance, Administration & Human Resources
Refugee Law Project, Faculty of Law, MUK
Plot No. 9 Perryman Gardens (Opp. Old Kampala Primary School) Old Kampala
P. O. Box 33903, Kampala
Email applications should be sent to: recruitment@refugeelawproject.org
Deadline for receipt of applications is 22nd January 2010 at 5.00pm
Location: Uganda
Last Date: January 22, 2010
Email: recruitment@refugeelawproject.org
Several Jobs
Refugee Law Project
Uganda
The Refugee Law Project announces the following vacancies: Karamoja Research and Advocacy Officer, Transitional Justice Lawyer, ATJRN Research and Advocacy Officer Deportation Researcher, Administration & Human Resource Assistant, Pool Research Assistant,Functional Adult Literacy - Volunteer English Teacher, and Video Advocacy Volunteer.
Interested candidates must submit an application letter, curriculum vitae, copies of relevant academic documents to:
The Head of Finance, Administration & Human Resources
Refugee Law Project, Faculty of Law, MUK
Plot No. 9 Perryman Gardens (Opp. Old Kampala Primary School) Old Kampala
P. O. Box 33903,Kampala
Email applications should be sent to: recruitment@refugeelawproject.org
Deadline for receipt of applications is 22nd January 2010 at 5.00pm
VACANCIES
Position: Karamoja Research and Advocacy Officer
The Karamoja Research and Advocacy Officer shall perform the following duties:
1. Conduct research and other research related activities under the supervision of the Project Co-ordinator.
2. Coordinate networking and lobbying activities with various organisations working on issues pertinent to national truth and reconciliation.
3. Document all activities including networking and lobbying activities carried out.
4. Plan and implement advocacy strategies and activities in consultation with the Project Coordinator and Project Advisors.
5. Contribute to the production and dissemination of materials (e.g. brochures, website, briefing papers, radio shows, videos etc.)
6. Participate in relevant meetings.
7. Develop and use training materials on the basis of research work conducted.
8. Any other duties that the Project Co-ordinator and Project Advisors may assign from time to time.
Minimum Requirements
• BA in Public Administration, Political Science, Forced Migration, Mass Communications, related field, or the equivalent in experience.
• Two years experience in Research and advocacy or public policy formation.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Karamoja region and Local Government structures and civil society.
• Proven ability in programme management and staff supervision.
• Proficiency in basic computer applications (MS Word, Outlook Express, Excel; knowledge of website software a plus.)
• Written and spoken fluency in English is required. Fluency in Karimojong, Swahili or other East African Languages desired.
• Knowledge of Peace and Conflict, Transitional Justice, Pastoralism, forced migration and human rights are an added advantage.
Position: Transitional Justice Lawyer
The Transitional Justice Lawyer shall perform the following duties:
1. Conduct legal research and other research related activities under the supervision of the Project Co-ordinator.
2. Coordinate networking and lobbying activities with various organisations working on issues pertinent to national truth and reconciliation.
3. Document all activities including networking and lobbying activities carried out.
4. Plan and implement advocacy strategies and activities in consultation with the Project Coordinator and Project Advisors.
5. Contribute to the production and dissemination of materials on Transitional Justice (e.g. brochures, website, briefing papers, radio shows, videos etc.)
6. Participate in relevant meetings.
7. Develop and use training materials on the basis of research work conducted.
8. Any other duties that the Project Co-ordinator and Project Advisors may assign from time to time.
Minimum Requirements
• Bachelor of Law degree is desired.
• Two years experience in legal research.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Ugandan Legal Regime and international law.
• Proficiency in basic computer applications (MS Word, Outlook Express, Excel; knowledge ofwebsite software a plus.)
• Written and spoken fluency in English is required. Fluency in Luo, Swahili or other East African Languages desired.
• Knowledge of forced migration and human rights law are an added advantage.
Position: ATJRN Research and Advocacy Officer
The ATJRN Research and Advocacy Officer shall perform the following duties:
1. Conduct research and other research related activities under the supervision of the Project Co-ordinator.
2. Coordinate networking and lobbying activities with various organisations working on issues pertinent to national truth and reconciliation.
3. Document all activities including networking and lobbying activities carried out.
4. Plan and implement advocacy strategies and activities in consultation with the Project Coordinator and Project Advisors.
5. Contribute to the production and dissemination of Beyond Juba materials (e.g. brochures, website, briefing papers, radio shows, videos etc.)
6. Participate in relevant meetings.
7. Develop and use training materials on the basis of research work conducted.
8. Any other duties that the Project Co-ordinator and Project Advisors may assign from time to time.
Minimum Requirements
• BA in Public Administration, Political Science, Forced Migration, Mass Communications, a related field, or the equivalent in experience. Course work or a degree in law is desired.
• Two years experience in advocacy or public policy formation.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Ugandan Government structures and civil society.
• Proficiency in basic computer applications (MS Word, Outlook Express, Excel; knowledge of website software a plus.)
• Written and spoken fluency in English is required. Fluency in French, Swahili or other East African Languages desired.
• Knowledge of forced migration and human rights law are an added advantage.
Position: Deportation Researcher
The Deportation Researcher shall perform the following duties:
1. Conduct research on deportation related issues under the supervision of the Team Leader.
2. Coordinate networking and lobbying activities with various organisations working on issues pertinent to deportation.
3. Document all activities under the deportation project.
4. Plan and implement advocacy strategies and activities in consultation with the Team Leader and Legal Advisor.
5. Contribute to the production and dissemination of materials on deportation (e.g. brochures, website, briefing papers, radio shows, videos etc.)
6. Participate in relevant meetings.
7. Develop training materials on the basis of research work conducted.
8. Any other duties that the Team Leader and Legal Advisor may assign from time to time.
Minimum Requirements
• Relevant Degree
• Knowledge of forced migration, human rights and international law desirable
• Ability to conduct research at both at local and international level around immigration issues.
• Two years experience in advocacy or public policy formation.
• Proficiency in basic computer applications (MS Word, Outlook Express, Excel; knowledge of website software a plus.)
• Written and spoken fluency in English is required. Fluency in French, Swahili or other East African Languages desired.
Position: Administration & Human Resource Assistant
The Administrative and Human Resource Assistant shall perform the following duties:
1. Undertake procurement of goods and services for the project inline with university procurement guidelines.
2. Maintain Personnel records ensuring updated CV’s, academic transcripts, contracts and important documents
3. Maintain Staff leave records indicating types of leave, leave taken and outstanding.
4. Ensure that adequate supply of Inventory/Stationary & Office consumables.
5. Maintain proper records of documents in the offices of the Director and the Head of Finance and Administration
6. Assist with logistics when necessary, particularly in obtaining government papers.
7. Any other duties that may be assigned.
8. Provide fuel for all vehicles through the fuel vouchers system.
9. Allocate vehicles to journeys (particularly making sure that project staff are dropped off and collected in as efficient a manner possible).
10. Prepare monthly vehicle/fuel reports.
Minimum Requirements
• Degree /Diploma in Business Studies (UDBS) from a recognised Institution.
• Two years work experience in an NGO or donor funded project as an Administrative Assistant.
• Should have good working knowledge of computer applications (MS Word, Excel and Access.)
Position: Pool Research Assistant
The pool Research Assistant shall perform the following duties:
1. Liaising with Lead Researcher.
2. Arrangement and undertaking of face-to-face interviews with targeted respondents.
3. Arrangement and administration of questionnaire to target groups.
4. Coding and entry of data collated.
5. Maintenance of accurate files and records, both computerised and manual.
6. Writing up & reporting of research findings as required by the lead Researchers.
7. Performance of any other duties associated with the research project, of an occasionalnature, which may be assigned by the lead Researchers.
Minimum Requirement
The person appointed will be a research assistant for the project and should possess:
• An undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Excellent IT skills
• Ability to work as part of a team while also using his/her own initiative
• Professional experience relevant to the field of lifelong learning
• Confidentiality and discretion are expected
Position: Functional Adult Literacy – Volunteer English Teacher
The Volunteer English teacher shall perform the following duties:
1. Teaching English as a second language and Functional Adult Literacy using “Speak Your Rights” curriculum
2. Assist in field research and teaching different levels
3. Prepare lessons and develop teaching materials and implement them
4. Assist in managing lending library
5. Assist in coordinating Distance Education programme
6. Managing referrals of students to FAL partners and follow up
7. Develop and maintain proper statistics on students in various levels
8. Develop work plans and implement them
9. Write progressive reports
10. Perform any other activities as required
Minimum Requirement
• BA or Diploma in Adult and Community Development or Refugee Law/Human Rights or its equivalent
• Experience in teaching English as a second language
• Knowledge of English vocabulary and grammar
• Knowledge of characteristics of adult learners
• Knowledge of one major refugee language (French, Somali and Kiswahili)
• Sound judgement, ethical practice and common sense
• Ability to teach English/FAL levels
• Creativity and innovation
Position: Video Advocacy Volunteer
The Video Advocacy Volunteer shall perform the following duties:
• Participate in the production of video documentaries and other products for the organization for local and international use
• Carry out research and identify priority activities and issues for which to launch an advocacy campaign
• Establish contacts with stakeholders for possible collaborations
• Assist in the procurement of audio-visual equipment
• Contribute to the update of the organization’s database, especially as regards, photos, audio and video products
Minimum Requirements
• University degree in Mass Communication (with a bias in broadcast journalism), Development Studies, Social Sciences, Arts, or related field. Progressive professional training in video production may be considered
• Two years experience in film production/video production
• Professional ability to shoot and edit video (Lighting/camera experience is required)
• Proficiency in software packages used to produce visual advocacy products including design and video editing software is required
• Working in conflict affected areas and NGO setting is an advantage
• Ability to diplomatically handle sensitive situations with target audiences
• Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of Swahili is desirable.
Interested candidates must submit an application letter, curriculum vitae, copies of relevant academic documents to:
The Head of Finance, Administration & Human Resources
Refugee Law Project, Faculty of Law, MUK
Plot No. 9 Perryman Gardens (Opp. Old Kampala Primary School) Old Kampala
P. O. Box 33903, Kampala
Email applications should be sent to: recruitment@refugeelawproject.org
Deadline for receipt of applications is 22nd January 2010 at 5.00pm
POST:Post-Graduate Fellowship
Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation
Location: Washington DC, USA
Last Date: February 15, 2010
Post-Graduate Fellowship
Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation
Call for Applications
The Post‐Graduate Fellowship is an intensive training program that provides opportunities both for self‐directed research and interdisciplinary collaboration in health metrics. Strong candidates for this program have graduate‐level training in quantitative methodology from one of the following areas:
health policy, economics, mathematics, computer science, statistics, biostatistics, epidemiology, health services, demography, engineering, physics, medical sciences, or other related fields.
The Post‐Graduate Fellowship (PGF) combines academic research, education and training, and professional work with progressive, on‐the‐job training and mentoring from an illustrious group of professors and researchers.
The purpose of the fellowship is to:
• Enhance skills in conducting in‐depth, methodological research on a variety of global health topics with mentoring from faculty and researchers who are the leading minds in their fields.
• Advance knowledge of quantitative analytical methodologies and their application to global health.
• Develop understanding of the current global health landscape and its challenges.
• Strengthen the ability to design and implement research projects and mentor junior researchers.
• Prepare fellows for future positions in academia, national health agencies, international organizations, and foundations.
The Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation is a new organization at the University of Washington. Its mission is to monitor global health conditions and health systems as well as to evaluate interventions, initiatives, and reforms. It uses cutting‐edge techniques to tackle some of the most difficult and critical questions in global health and find answers that will become the foundation for better policies and, ultimately, better health.
IHME fellows work in one or two of six IHME focus areas:
• Generating systematic estimates of health outcomes, including mortality, causes of death, and the overall burden of disease.
• Measuring the coverage of specific health interventions and estimating the quality of care.
• Tracking, measuring, and analyzing donated funding for health and how it affects national government health spending.
• Estimating the costs and effectiveness of health service delivery platforms and interventions.
• Conducting impact evaluations of policies, interventions, and programs and assessing health system performance.
• Developing survey instruments and creating analytical tools to harness the value of data from national and international health information systems and from locally available sources.
Fellows receive training through on‐the‐job research, methods workshops, access to University of Washington courses, and on‐site lectures and seminars. Fellows contribute directly to IHME’s research agenda through their involvement in work groups, development of new methods, and
managing and driving research projects to meet deliverables.
Post‐Graduate Fellowships are appointed at IHME for one year, with the possibility of renewal for a second year upon mutual agreement. The salary is $50,000. As University of Washington employees, fellows are eligible for an insurance benefits package that includes a choice among several medical and dental insurance plans, life insurance, and long‐term disability. Please note that there is no
retirement package included with this appointment.
Eligibility
To be considered for a Post‐Graduate Fellowship, candidates must have the following:
• A PhD or MD
• A strong quantitative background
• Advanced research experience, especially with data analysis and statistical methods.
Application requirements
Applications for the IHME Post‐Graduate Fellowship are due February 15 and must include:
1. A cover letter that includes:
• Your full contact information (address, phone number, and email).
• The name, affiliation, and full contact information of three references.
• Which of IHME’s areas of work you are most interested in.
• How you learned about the program.
2. Your curriculum vitae or resume.
3. A personal statement describing your interest in IHME and your professional and academic
interests and objectives. Personal statements should be between 750 and 1,000 words.
4. Three sealed letters of recommendation.
5. The educational transcript from your highest degree attained. If your transcripts are not in
English, please also provide a listing of all coursework with grade and credit hour information.
6. An English reprint of your most significant publication or research paper.
7. Proof of proficiency in English for candidates whose native language is not English.
Candidates who have completed a degree wholly in English can provide a copy of their degree. All other candidates should send a copy of their scores on an approved English
language test, specifically:
* The Princeton Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL): For the paper‐based test, minimum overall score of 600, including a minimum score of 5.0 in the test of written
English; for the computer‐based test, minimum overall score of 250, including a minimum score of 5.0 in the test of written English; for the Internet‐based test, a minimum overall score of 100, including a minimum score of 24 in the test of written English.
* The British Council International English Language Testing System (IELTS): A minimum score of 7.0 overall, including a minimum score of 7.0 in the written component.
How to submit your application
Applications can be mailed to:
Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation
University of Washington
Attention: PGF Program
2301 Fifth Ave., Suite 600
Seattle, WA 98121, USA
CVs/resumes and personal statements may be emailed to pgf@healthmetricsandevaluation.org
More information about the PGF program and the Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation can be
found at: http://www.healthmetricsandevaluation.org
Location: Washington DC, USA
Last Date: February 15, 2010
Post-Graduate Fellowship
Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation
Call for Applications
The Post‐Graduate Fellowship is an intensive training program that provides opportunities both for self‐directed research and interdisciplinary collaboration in health metrics. Strong candidates for this program have graduate‐level training in quantitative methodology from one of the following areas:
health policy, economics, mathematics, computer science, statistics, biostatistics, epidemiology, health services, demography, engineering, physics, medical sciences, or other related fields.
The Post‐Graduate Fellowship (PGF) combines academic research, education and training, and professional work with progressive, on‐the‐job training and mentoring from an illustrious group of professors and researchers.
The purpose of the fellowship is to:
• Enhance skills in conducting in‐depth, methodological research on a variety of global health topics with mentoring from faculty and researchers who are the leading minds in their fields.
• Advance knowledge of quantitative analytical methodologies and their application to global health.
• Develop understanding of the current global health landscape and its challenges.
• Strengthen the ability to design and implement research projects and mentor junior researchers.
• Prepare fellows for future positions in academia, national health agencies, international organizations, and foundations.
The Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation is a new organization at the University of Washington. Its mission is to monitor global health conditions and health systems as well as to evaluate interventions, initiatives, and reforms. It uses cutting‐edge techniques to tackle some of the most difficult and critical questions in global health and find answers that will become the foundation for better policies and, ultimately, better health.
IHME fellows work in one or two of six IHME focus areas:
• Generating systematic estimates of health outcomes, including mortality, causes of death, and the overall burden of disease.
• Measuring the coverage of specific health interventions and estimating the quality of care.
• Tracking, measuring, and analyzing donated funding for health and how it affects national government health spending.
• Estimating the costs and effectiveness of health service delivery platforms and interventions.
• Conducting impact evaluations of policies, interventions, and programs and assessing health system performance.
• Developing survey instruments and creating analytical tools to harness the value of data from national and international health information systems and from locally available sources.
Fellows receive training through on‐the‐job research, methods workshops, access to University of Washington courses, and on‐site lectures and seminars. Fellows contribute directly to IHME’s research agenda through their involvement in work groups, development of new methods, and
managing and driving research projects to meet deliverables.
Post‐Graduate Fellowships are appointed at IHME for one year, with the possibility of renewal for a second year upon mutual agreement. The salary is $50,000. As University of Washington employees, fellows are eligible for an insurance benefits package that includes a choice among several medical and dental insurance plans, life insurance, and long‐term disability. Please note that there is no
retirement package included with this appointment.
Eligibility
To be considered for a Post‐Graduate Fellowship, candidates must have the following:
• A PhD or MD
• A strong quantitative background
• Advanced research experience, especially with data analysis and statistical methods.
Application requirements
Applications for the IHME Post‐Graduate Fellowship are due February 15 and must include:
1. A cover letter that includes:
• Your full contact information (address, phone number, and email).
• The name, affiliation, and full contact information of three references.
• Which of IHME’s areas of work you are most interested in.
• How you learned about the program.
2. Your curriculum vitae or resume.
3. A personal statement describing your interest in IHME and your professional and academic
interests and objectives. Personal statements should be between 750 and 1,000 words.
4. Three sealed letters of recommendation.
5. The educational transcript from your highest degree attained. If your transcripts are not in
English, please also provide a listing of all coursework with grade and credit hour information.
6. An English reprint of your most significant publication or research paper.
7. Proof of proficiency in English for candidates whose native language is not English.
Candidates who have completed a degree wholly in English can provide a copy of their degree. All other candidates should send a copy of their scores on an approved English
language test, specifically:
* The Princeton Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL): For the paper‐based test, minimum overall score of 600, including a minimum score of 5.0 in the test of written
English; for the computer‐based test, minimum overall score of 250, including a minimum score of 5.0 in the test of written English; for the Internet‐based test, a minimum overall score of 100, including a minimum score of 24 in the test of written English.
* The British Council International English Language Testing System (IELTS): A minimum score of 7.0 overall, including a minimum score of 7.0 in the written component.
How to submit your application
Applications can be mailed to:
Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation
University of Washington
Attention: PGF Program
2301 Fifth Ave., Suite 600
Seattle, WA 98121, USA
CVs/resumes and personal statements may be emailed to pgf@healthmetricsandevaluation.org
More information about the PGF program and the Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation can be
found at: http://www.healthmetricsandevaluation.org
POST:Chief of Party
Public International Law & Policy Group
Location: Kenya
Last Date: February 15, 2010
Public International Law & Policy Group
Position: Chief of Party, Kenya
Overview
The Public International Law & Policy Group (PILPG) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that operates as a global pro bono law firm providing free assistance to developing states and governments involved in violent conflicts. To facilitate the utilization of this legal assistance, PILPG also provides policy formulation advice and training on matters related to conflict resolution. To date, PILPG has advised over twenty states and governments on the legal aspects of peace negotiations and post-conflict constitution drafting, and over two dozen states and War Crimes Tribunals in Europe, Asia and Africa concerning the protection of human rights, self-determination, and transitional justice.
The Public International Law & Policy Group’s (PILPG) Kenya project is designed to build the capacity of Kenyan government officials, civil society and political party leaders, and key community leaders to negotiate and implement power-sharing agreements and develop national justice and reconciliation mechanisms. PILPG’s legal assistance is intended to support widespread understanding and implementation of a comprehensive political settlement that includes a durable power-sharing agreement, institutional reforms, and national justice and reconciliation process that will serve as the basis for sustainable peace.
PILPG is working with Kenyan government officials, political party leaders, as well as civil society to identify and draft legal memoranda on key issues, engage in consultations and roundtables with stakeholders, and facilitate capacity building and technical assistance workshops to identify viable solutions to political disagreements and design appropriate mechanisms to ensure justice and reconciliation.
Role of the Chief of Party
PILPG is seeking a professional with at least seven years experience in the field of international law, with particular expertise in peace negotiations, rule of law, democracy and governance, and transitional justice, to serve as the Chief of Party for its Kenya project. The Chief of Party is based in Nairobi, Kenya and works under the supervision of the Project Director of the Kenya project.
Program Responsibilities
• Build and maintain relationships with PILPG clients, including Kenyan government officials, political party leadership, civil society organizations, and key community leaders.
• Maintain relationships and respond to requests made by USAID Mission personnel.
• Facilitate workshops and trainings on power-sharing agreements and justice and reconciliation mechanisms.
• Manage and undertake a comprehensive analysis of the current power-sharing agreement.
• Oversee the drafting of legal memoranda for PILPG’s Kenyan clients.
• Supervise the work of pro bono law firms and research associates providing legal assistance on the Kenya project.
• Coordinate closely with PILPG’s Washington, DC office on the overall strategy and development of the project.
• Develop and maintain strong partnerships with civil society, NGOs, and INGOs and other development organizations operating in the region.
• Provide regular briefings to PILPG’s Washington, DC office on political developments and implementation of the program.
Administration
• Draft materials on the Kenya project for PILPG’s website and annual reports at the request of senior staff.
• Coordinate with the Project Director on the preparation legal memoranda and other documents required to implement activities.
• Assist in maintaining PILPG’s financial books related to the Kenya project in accordance with PILPG’s financial policies and procedures manual.
• Develop quarterly project reports that detail project activities and measure and evaluate project results.
• Maintain regular communication with the Project Director, as well as the research team, including conducting weekly Skype calls and drafting bi-weekly updates on project activities.
• Coordinate closely with other PILPG field offices located in Nepal, Uganda, Somaliland, Tanzania, and South Sudan.
Additional Educational and Professional Qualifications
• A law degree or master’s degree in international affairs.
• Demonstrated knowledge of public international law, including international humanitarian law, constitutional law, international criminal law, and international human rights law.
• A minimum of seven years work experience in international law, including experience with peace negotiations, post-conflict rule of law, democracy and governance, and/or transitional justice.
• Knowledge of East Africa and the Kenya conflict in particular is highly desirable.
• Prior overseas field work is preferable.
Communication and Organizational Skills
• Excellent political judgment and the proven ability to develop and carry out program strategy.
• Strong analytic and organizational skills.
• Fluent in English with proven legal writing and editing skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and able to work closely with multiple team members located across the globe.
• Ability to manage effectively multiple activities in a fast-paced environment.
• Responsive, a self-starter, and able to solve problems independently.
How to Apply:
Send resumes, cover letter, and writing sample to brutherford @ pilpg.org
Include in the subject line: Application: Kenya Chief of Party
The Public International Law & Policy Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Location: Kenya
Last Date: February 15, 2010
Public International Law & Policy Group
Position: Chief of Party, Kenya
Overview
The Public International Law & Policy Group (PILPG) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that operates as a global pro bono law firm providing free assistance to developing states and governments involved in violent conflicts. To facilitate the utilization of this legal assistance, PILPG also provides policy formulation advice and training on matters related to conflict resolution. To date, PILPG has advised over twenty states and governments on the legal aspects of peace negotiations and post-conflict constitution drafting, and over two dozen states and War Crimes Tribunals in Europe, Asia and Africa concerning the protection of human rights, self-determination, and transitional justice.
The Public International Law & Policy Group’s (PILPG) Kenya project is designed to build the capacity of Kenyan government officials, civil society and political party leaders, and key community leaders to negotiate and implement power-sharing agreements and develop national justice and reconciliation mechanisms. PILPG’s legal assistance is intended to support widespread understanding and implementation of a comprehensive political settlement that includes a durable power-sharing agreement, institutional reforms, and national justice and reconciliation process that will serve as the basis for sustainable peace.
PILPG is working with Kenyan government officials, political party leaders, as well as civil society to identify and draft legal memoranda on key issues, engage in consultations and roundtables with stakeholders, and facilitate capacity building and technical assistance workshops to identify viable solutions to political disagreements and design appropriate mechanisms to ensure justice and reconciliation.
Role of the Chief of Party
PILPG is seeking a professional with at least seven years experience in the field of international law, with particular expertise in peace negotiations, rule of law, democracy and governance, and transitional justice, to serve as the Chief of Party for its Kenya project. The Chief of Party is based in Nairobi, Kenya and works under the supervision of the Project Director of the Kenya project.
Program Responsibilities
• Build and maintain relationships with PILPG clients, including Kenyan government officials, political party leadership, civil society organizations, and key community leaders.
• Maintain relationships and respond to requests made by USAID Mission personnel.
• Facilitate workshops and trainings on power-sharing agreements and justice and reconciliation mechanisms.
• Manage and undertake a comprehensive analysis of the current power-sharing agreement.
• Oversee the drafting of legal memoranda for PILPG’s Kenyan clients.
• Supervise the work of pro bono law firms and research associates providing legal assistance on the Kenya project.
• Coordinate closely with PILPG’s Washington, DC office on the overall strategy and development of the project.
• Develop and maintain strong partnerships with civil society, NGOs, and INGOs and other development organizations operating in the region.
• Provide regular briefings to PILPG’s Washington, DC office on political developments and implementation of the program.
Administration
• Draft materials on the Kenya project for PILPG’s website and annual reports at the request of senior staff.
• Coordinate with the Project Director on the preparation legal memoranda and other documents required to implement activities.
• Assist in maintaining PILPG’s financial books related to the Kenya project in accordance with PILPG’s financial policies and procedures manual.
• Develop quarterly project reports that detail project activities and measure and evaluate project results.
• Maintain regular communication with the Project Director, as well as the research team, including conducting weekly Skype calls and drafting bi-weekly updates on project activities.
• Coordinate closely with other PILPG field offices located in Nepal, Uganda, Somaliland, Tanzania, and South Sudan.
Additional Educational and Professional Qualifications
• A law degree or master’s degree in international affairs.
• Demonstrated knowledge of public international law, including international humanitarian law, constitutional law, international criminal law, and international human rights law.
• A minimum of seven years work experience in international law, including experience with peace negotiations, post-conflict rule of law, democracy and governance, and/or transitional justice.
• Knowledge of East Africa and the Kenya conflict in particular is highly desirable.
• Prior overseas field work is preferable.
Communication and Organizational Skills
• Excellent political judgment and the proven ability to develop and carry out program strategy.
• Strong analytic and organizational skills.
• Fluent in English with proven legal writing and editing skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and able to work closely with multiple team members located across the globe.
• Ability to manage effectively multiple activities in a fast-paced environment.
• Responsive, a self-starter, and able to solve problems independently.
How to Apply:
Send resumes, cover letter, and writing sample to brutherford @ pilpg.org
Include in the subject line: Application: Kenya Chief of Party
The Public International Law & Policy Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
POST:Communication & Public Awareness Specialist
Forum for Agricultural Research in Africa (FARA)
Location: Accra, Ghana
Last Date: January 28, 2010
Vacancy Announcement
Communication & Public Awareness Specialist:
Ref: FARA/adv/CPA/2010
The Forum for Agricultural Research in Africa (FARA) is the apex organization for agricultural research for development in Africa. As the lead institution for NEPAD’s Comprehensive Africa Agriculture Development Programme (CAADP) pillar IV, which encompasses agricultural research and technology dissemination and adoption, FARA seeks to build the capacity for agricultural innovation and to make agriculture the continent’s engine for economic growth. FARA works closely with sub-regional organisations (SROs) and national agricultural research and extension systems to ensure effective implementation of CAADP activities. FARA’s mission is to create broad-based improvements in agricultural productivity, competitiveness and markets by supporting Africa’s sub-regional organisations in strengthening capacity for agricultural innovation.
FARA seeks to recruit a Communication and Public Awareness Specialist who will be based at the FARA Secretariat in Accra, Ghana.
Working under FARA’s Networking Support Function 2 and reporting to the Director, Access to Knowledge and Technologies (NSF2), the successful candidate shall perform inter alia the following duties:
• Update and implement FARA’s communication strategy i.e. produce and disseminate public awareness materials such as case studies, policy papers targeted at development partners and policy makers
• Build on the FARA communication strategy to develop a specific strategy to target the media i.e. relate with the International and African Press Agencies in preparation for major FARA events such as the FARA General Assembly held triennially; drafting press releases, and opinion pieces on
agricultural research issues in Africa and other related to the activities of the FARA secretariat and FARA forum
• Support to the national RAILS teams to relate with their local media and capture local press stories on agricultural research for development
• Contribute to the regular updates of FARA information and communication tools relevant for FARA and its network.
• Edit communication materials released by FARA Secretariat
• Monitor events or developments at the Global level, FARA Programme sites, SROs and NARS level and identify agricultural research opportunities to inform relevant FARA’s policies, programmes and advocacy functions
• Coordinate FARA’s response to requests for information in a timely, cost effective and appropriate manner on various issues raised by FARA Stakeholders
• Any other duties as that might be assigned by NSF2 Director or FARA management
Requirements
• PhD or equivalent degree in development communications and communication management or other relevant qualification;
• International experience in developing countries and particularly in Africa and in agricultural issues;
• At least 5 years experience with an outstanding record of achievement in technical editing or information and communication management,
• Excellent scientific writing skills in English and ability to make presentations and write well under
pressure and a commitment to meeting deadlines
• Fluency in English and French, both oral and written.
• Ability to work effectively in a multi-cultural environment;
• Willingness to travel extensively, mostly in Africa.
Compensation
This is a full-time internationally recruited staff position (categorized as Professional Staff within FARA
Secretariat). FARA offers competitive terms of employment.
Applications
Please send (via e-mail) comprehensive curriculum vitae, together with the names, addresses, e-mail addresses, telephone and fax numbers of three referees to:
Dr. Monty P. Jones, Executive Director, FARA, PMB CT 173, Cantonments, Accra, Ghana; Email: ed@faraafrica.org ; Fax: +233 21 773676. Applications will be accepted up to 28th January 2010.
For more information about FARA please visit: http://www.fara-africa.org
FARA is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from women.
NB: Please include the position reference code indicated above as part of your subject when forwarding your application.
Location: Accra, Ghana
Last Date: January 28, 2010
Vacancy Announcement
Communication & Public Awareness Specialist:
Ref: FARA/adv/CPA/2010
The Forum for Agricultural Research in Africa (FARA) is the apex organization for agricultural research for development in Africa. As the lead institution for NEPAD’s Comprehensive Africa Agriculture Development Programme (CAADP) pillar IV, which encompasses agricultural research and technology dissemination and adoption, FARA seeks to build the capacity for agricultural innovation and to make agriculture the continent’s engine for economic growth. FARA works closely with sub-regional organisations (SROs) and national agricultural research and extension systems to ensure effective implementation of CAADP activities. FARA’s mission is to create broad-based improvements in agricultural productivity, competitiveness and markets by supporting Africa’s sub-regional organisations in strengthening capacity for agricultural innovation.
FARA seeks to recruit a Communication and Public Awareness Specialist who will be based at the FARA Secretariat in Accra, Ghana.
Working under FARA’s Networking Support Function 2 and reporting to the Director, Access to Knowledge and Technologies (NSF2), the successful candidate shall perform inter alia the following duties:
• Update and implement FARA’s communication strategy i.e. produce and disseminate public awareness materials such as case studies, policy papers targeted at development partners and policy makers
• Build on the FARA communication strategy to develop a specific strategy to target the media i.e. relate with the International and African Press Agencies in preparation for major FARA events such as the FARA General Assembly held triennially; drafting press releases, and opinion pieces on
agricultural research issues in Africa and other related to the activities of the FARA secretariat and FARA forum
• Support to the national RAILS teams to relate with their local media and capture local press stories on agricultural research for development
• Contribute to the regular updates of FARA information and communication tools relevant for FARA and its network.
• Edit communication materials released by FARA Secretariat
• Monitor events or developments at the Global level, FARA Programme sites, SROs and NARS level and identify agricultural research opportunities to inform relevant FARA’s policies, programmes and advocacy functions
• Coordinate FARA’s response to requests for information in a timely, cost effective and appropriate manner on various issues raised by FARA Stakeholders
• Any other duties as that might be assigned by NSF2 Director or FARA management
Requirements
• PhD or equivalent degree in development communications and communication management or other relevant qualification;
• International experience in developing countries and particularly in Africa and in agricultural issues;
• At least 5 years experience with an outstanding record of achievement in technical editing or information and communication management,
• Excellent scientific writing skills in English and ability to make presentations and write well under
pressure and a commitment to meeting deadlines
• Fluency in English and French, both oral and written.
• Ability to work effectively in a multi-cultural environment;
• Willingness to travel extensively, mostly in Africa.
Compensation
This is a full-time internationally recruited staff position (categorized as Professional Staff within FARA
Secretariat). FARA offers competitive terms of employment.
Applications
Please send (via e-mail) comprehensive curriculum vitae, together with the names, addresses, e-mail addresses, telephone and fax numbers of three referees to:
Dr. Monty P. Jones, Executive Director, FARA, PMB CT 173, Cantonments, Accra, Ghana; Email: ed@faraafrica.org ; Fax: +233 21 773676. Applications will be accepted up to 28th January 2010.
For more information about FARA please visit: http://www.fara-africa.org
FARA is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from women.
NB: Please include the position reference code indicated above as part of your subject when forwarding your application.
POST:Livelihoods Impact Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Officer
African Wildlife Foundation (AWF),
Location: Kenya
Last Date: January 31, 2010
The African Wildlife Foundation (AWF), an international conservation organization invites applications for a Livelihoods Impact Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Officer for its Heartlands Program in Kenya.
This is a two-year term that aims to establish sufficient internal capacity for socioeconomics M&E work. The position will be located at AWF’s headquarter offices in Nairobi.
The successful candidate would:
Work with AWF Monitoring and Evaluation team and Socioeconomics Working Group to refine methodologies and tools for livelihood impact monitoring and to ensure a good fit between the livelihoods monitoring indicators and the overall AWF M&E system.
Work with Heartland teams to identify priority sites for conducting livelihoods impact monitoring, and provide leadership for implementing the monitoring process, timing and priority indicators with partners and partner communities.
Pilot and/or implement AWF livelihoods impact monitoring protocols and methodology in key field sites, and ensure sound evaluation of and learning from impact findings.
Undertake baseline and monitoring surveys in target sites, analyze and discuss findings, prepare reports and agree on ongoing monitoring frameworks.
Facilitate team learning from findings of monitoring surveys and present findings within AWF and at other forums as requested.
Provide support for developing and implementing field program/project M&E systems in Heartlands
Develop databases to improve management of data from M&E systems across the organization
Build capacity of Program and Heartland teams to undertake ongoing monitoring.
Liaise with other organizations to share tools and lessons learned.
Required Minimum Qualifications
A reputable Masters degree in Economics, Sociology or a development related field.
At least 5 years relevant experience of applied socio-economics work and/or research at field level in conservation and/or development in Africa, including direct experience of field based monitoring & evaluation (M&E) framework design and data collection.
Good understanding of the international discourse on livelihoods and poverty reduction in relation to conservation and sustainable use of natural resources.
Solid experience in participatory approaches to M&E
Demonstrable ability to work well in a team and facilitate analysis and learning based on impact monitoring.
Outstanding data collection, analytical, writing and interpersonal skills.
Ability to communicate effectively with diverse conservation & development stakeholders.
Advanced information technology skills including the use of data analysis software e.g. SPSS; knowledge of GIS technology is an added advantage.
Ability and willingness to fulfill AWF administrative and accounting procedures.
Fluency in spoken and written English required. Working knowledge in French and/or local languages is an advantage.
Willingness to commit to AWF mission.
Candidates who fully meet the above requirements should submit a cover letter, a detailed CV, including a daytime telephone contact and three referees to Senior Human Resources Officer at HumanResources @ awfke.org by 31st January 2010.
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
AWF is an equal opportunity employer and female candidates are encouraged to apply.
POST:Several Haiti Emergency Response Positions
Save the Children
Location: Haiti
Last Date: February 20, 2010
Haiti Emergency Response Positions
Save the Children
Haiti
Save the Children, the leading independent organization creating real and lasting change for children in need in the US has been working in Haiti for many years and is mounting an immediate and strong emergency response to assist the people of Haiti who have been devastated by the earthquake of January 12th.
Immediate staffing needs include:
Team Leader, Haiti Emergency Response
Child Protection Manager/Specialists
Education Manager/Specialists
Education Cluster Manager
Health/Nutrition Specialists
WASH/Construction Coordinator
Livelihoods
Reporting Manager
Finance and Administration
Logistics
Qualifications include expertise in one of the technical areas listed above and previous experience working in a large-scale acute and complex emergency setting. Working knowledge of SPHERE and International Best Practices in Emergencies, and experience with Save the Children or similar NGO desired. Strong communications and interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively under pressure in an insecure environment. Fluency in English required; fluency in French strongly desired. Ability to deploy immediately if selected.
Please apply online for Position # 4319 - Haiti Emergency Response Roster at:
http://hostedjobs.openhire.com/epostings/submit.cfm?company_id=15604&version=1
or visit our website careers page at www.savethechildren.org. Only candidates under consideration will be contacted. EOE
Location: Haiti
Last Date: February 20, 2010
Haiti Emergency Response Positions
Save the Children
Haiti
Save the Children, the leading independent organization creating real and lasting change for children in need in the US has been working in Haiti for many years and is mounting an immediate and strong emergency response to assist the people of Haiti who have been devastated by the earthquake of January 12th.
Immediate staffing needs include:
Team Leader, Haiti Emergency Response
Child Protection Manager/Specialists
Education Manager/Specialists
Education Cluster Manager
Health/Nutrition Specialists
WASH/Construction Coordinator
Livelihoods
Reporting Manager
Finance and Administration
Logistics
Qualifications include expertise in one of the technical areas listed above and previous experience working in a large-scale acute and complex emergency setting. Working knowledge of SPHERE and International Best Practices in Emergencies, and experience with Save the Children or similar NGO desired. Strong communications and interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively under pressure in an insecure environment. Fluency in English required; fluency in French strongly desired. Ability to deploy immediately if selected.
Please apply online for Position # 4319 - Haiti Emergency Response Roster at:
http://hostedjobs.openhire.com/epostings/submit.cfm?company_id=15604&version=1
or visit our website careers page at www.savethechildren.org. Only candidates under consideration will be contacted. EOE
POST:Program Coordinator
East and Horn of Africa Human Rights Defenders Project (EHAHRDP)
Location: Kampala, Uganda
Last Date: January 31, 2010
Vacancy: Program Coordinator
Background
The East and Horn of Africa Human Rights Defenders Project (EHAHRDP) is the
secretariat to a network that comprises of 65 member organisations drawn from ten sub
regional countries. The project works to strengthen the work of human rights defenders
(HRDs) in the East and Horn of Africa sub-region by reducing their vulnerability to the
risk of persecution and by enhancing their capacity to effectively defend human rights.
The Project envisions a region in which the human rights of every citizen as stipulated in
the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) are respected and upheld.
EHAHRDP implements activities in the areas of protection, advocacy and capacity
building.
Key responsibilities;
The Program Coordinator will report to the EHAHRDP Executive Director and the
responsibilities will include;
„h Supervision; responsible for the overall design, implementation, monitoring and
evaluation of all programmes undertaken by the East and Horn of Africa Human
Rights Defenders Project (EHAHRDP) at its office in Kampala, Uganda;
„h In conjunction with the relevant program staff, design and implement appropriate
strategies and policies that promote EHAHRDP¡¦s activities;
„h Monitoring; develop program management schedules, activity analysis plan,
success score cards and benchmarks, performance indicators and monitoring and
evaluation criteria against program goals for program staff, volunteers and
interns;
„h Reporting; prepare program narrative and financial reports, briefing and position
papers for management, counterparts, partners and donors, as well as recommend
reviews and proposals to ensure that program activities address actual needs;
„h Coordination and Networking; develop and maintain productive working
relationships with management, donors, partners, beneficiaries and other
stakeholders;
„h Ensure all agreements with Partners and service providers be prepared, negotiated
and agreed upon;
„h Promote the overall Project Strategies, objectives and activities with stakeholders
and partners;
„h Support the strategic development of the Project through identification of
opportunities and risks, and contribute to the refinement and reformulation of
planned project outputs and activities, where necessary;
The desired qualities are;
„h Advanced University Degree (Human Rights, Social Sciences, Law, Development
Studies, and International Relations) and extensive experience in Human Rights
Work;
„h Advanced Information Technology Skills;
„h Ability to prepare reports and conduct presentations on key issues by formulating
positions, articulating options concisely, and making and defending
recommendations;
„h Experience in a multi-cultural and/or international work environment;
„h Stress resilient and able to multi task;
„h Commitment to gender equality as well as to cultural, ethnic, religious etc
equality;
„h Analytical skills as well as creative and interactive skills;
„h Communication: Proven ability to write and speak concisely and clearly and
communicate effectively;
„h Team spirit: Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to establish and maintain
effective working relationships in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with
sensitivity and respect for diversity;
„h Active listening skills;
„h Ability to establish priorities and to plan, coordinate, implement and review work
processes and plans;
„h Ability to establish and maintain productive relationship with co-workers and/or
others stakeholders. Team worker.
Languages: Fluency in spoken and written English. French is positively valued.
Enquiries about the position and Applications which should include a letter of
motivation and a C.V. with details of education background, human rights activities and
three references should be sent to; program @ defenddefenders.org by the 31st January
2010. Successful applicants will be contacted by 22nd February 2010.
Further information about the activities of East and Horn of Africa Human Rights
Defenders Project can be obtained from the website; www.defenddefenders.org.
Location: Kampala, Uganda
Last Date: January 31, 2010
Vacancy: Program Coordinator
Background
The East and Horn of Africa Human Rights Defenders Project (EHAHRDP) is the
secretariat to a network that comprises of 65 member organisations drawn from ten sub
regional countries. The project works to strengthen the work of human rights defenders
(HRDs) in the East and Horn of Africa sub-region by reducing their vulnerability to the
risk of persecution and by enhancing their capacity to effectively defend human rights.
The Project envisions a region in which the human rights of every citizen as stipulated in
the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) are respected and upheld.
EHAHRDP implements activities in the areas of protection, advocacy and capacity
building.
Key responsibilities;
The Program Coordinator will report to the EHAHRDP Executive Director and the
responsibilities will include;
„h Supervision; responsible for the overall design, implementation, monitoring and
evaluation of all programmes undertaken by the East and Horn of Africa Human
Rights Defenders Project (EHAHRDP) at its office in Kampala, Uganda;
„h In conjunction with the relevant program staff, design and implement appropriate
strategies and policies that promote EHAHRDP¡¦s activities;
„h Monitoring; develop program management schedules, activity analysis plan,
success score cards and benchmarks, performance indicators and monitoring and
evaluation criteria against program goals for program staff, volunteers and
interns;
„h Reporting; prepare program narrative and financial reports, briefing and position
papers for management, counterparts, partners and donors, as well as recommend
reviews and proposals to ensure that program activities address actual needs;
„h Coordination and Networking; develop and maintain productive working
relationships with management, donors, partners, beneficiaries and other
stakeholders;
„h Ensure all agreements with Partners and service providers be prepared, negotiated
and agreed upon;
„h Promote the overall Project Strategies, objectives and activities with stakeholders
and partners;
„h Support the strategic development of the Project through identification of
opportunities and risks, and contribute to the refinement and reformulation of
planned project outputs and activities, where necessary;
The desired qualities are;
„h Advanced University Degree (Human Rights, Social Sciences, Law, Development
Studies, and International Relations) and extensive experience in Human Rights
Work;
„h Advanced Information Technology Skills;
„h Ability to prepare reports and conduct presentations on key issues by formulating
positions, articulating options concisely, and making and defending
recommendations;
„h Experience in a multi-cultural and/or international work environment;
„h Stress resilient and able to multi task;
„h Commitment to gender equality as well as to cultural, ethnic, religious etc
equality;
„h Analytical skills as well as creative and interactive skills;
„h Communication: Proven ability to write and speak concisely and clearly and
communicate effectively;
„h Team spirit: Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to establish and maintain
effective working relationships in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with
sensitivity and respect for diversity;
„h Active listening skills;
„h Ability to establish priorities and to plan, coordinate, implement and review work
processes and plans;
„h Ability to establish and maintain productive relationship with co-workers and/or
others stakeholders. Team worker.
Languages: Fluency in spoken and written English. French is positively valued.
Enquiries about the position and Applications which should include a letter of
motivation and a C.V. with details of education background, human rights activities and
three references should be sent to; program @ defenddefenders.org by the 31st January
2010. Successful applicants will be contacted by 22nd February 2010.
Further information about the activities of East and Horn of Africa Human Rights
Defenders Project can be obtained from the website; www.defenddefenders.org.
POST:Livelihoods Program Coordinator
Horn Relief
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Last Date: February 18, 2010
Email: vacancies@hornrelief.org
Vacancy Announcement
Position: Livelihoods Program Coordinator
Re-advertisement
Organization Horn Relief, www.hornrelief.org
Position Title Livelihoods Program Coordinator
Position Location Nairobi, Kenya (with travel to the field)
Duration 1 year (renewable)
Starting date Immediate
Application deadline Open and closed only when the position is filled. Horn Relief will conduct interviews on an on-going basis.
Vacancy contact Please send applications to vacancies@hornrelief.org - Horn Relief will only respond to short-listed applicants.
Salary entry point International Position; Grade D, US$ 42,600 (net) annually, excluding housing, medical, education and other benefits
POSITION SUMMARY
Horn Relief is seeking a qualified and committed individual to join the Horn Relief team as a Program Coordinator - Livelihoods for all operations in Somalia and Kenya as new programs emerge. Based in Nairobi, Kenya, the Livelihoods Program Coordinator will be a full-time member of the Horn Relief team and will play a crucial role in the provision of technical, financial and strategic management of food security and livelihoods programs and program staff. The position will require extensive travel to Somalia and within Kenya (approximately 40% of time), assuming optimal security conditions. The person will also lead in the development of Horn Relief specific program framework for the Livelihoods sector as well as develop strong staff capacity in undertaking assessments and data analysis.
ORGANIZATIONAL BACKGROUND
Horn Relief is an African based international development and humanitarian organization that aims to improve the lives of those who are living in marginalized areas in the Horn of Africa. We strengthen rural livelihoods through environmental awareness, training, technology transfer and innovative humanitarian projects in pursuit of a peaceful, self-reliant, and greener future. Currently, Horn Relief operates 5 offices in Somalia/Somaliland and has an annual operating budget of over US$ 8 million per year for its operations in the country. Horn Relief anticipates opening an office in northeast Kenya in January 2010 and other countries in the Horn of Africa region. Horn Relief works in the following sectors: food security and livelihoods, natural resource management education (formal and non-formal), water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH), and humanitarian programs.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
The Livelihoods Program Coordinator will undertake a number of duties and responsibilities, including:
• Lead the development of an appropriate Food Security and Sustainable Livelihood intervention strategy within Somalia and Kenya context that includes early recovery, disaster risk reduction and community development.
• Lead a team of livelihood technical staff to ensure that the strategy is implemented to the highest quality standards.
• Oversee and directly manage food security and livelihoods projects in the provision of technical support, development of logical frameworks and appropriate indicators, development of project proposals and budgeting, and project narrative and financial reporting in line with donor requirements including monitoring expenditure.
• Develop a thorough analysis of the food security and livelihoods situation through primary and secondary assessments and with due consideration for women and objectives of the programs;
• Co-ordinate surveys and rapid assessments, including training, planning, analysis and report writing. Ensure appropriate field supervision is undertaken and that protocols are adhered to.
• Plan and co-ordinate Horn Relief response as indicated by the results of surveys/situation analysis and related data.
• Lead in using the findings of surveys and ongoing analysis to ensure optimal program performance and design modifications as appropriate
• Coordinate and network with other stakeholders to promote appropriate humanitarian and development programming within the framework of Horn Relief's Food Security and Livelihood policies. This includes attending and engaging with relevant coordination meetings. Determine in each Horn Relief's intervention the scope for linking Emergency Food Security and Livelihoods work and Sustainable Livelihood work, with emphasis on mainstreaming vulnerability analysis and disaster risk reduction as appropriate.
• Design, manage, analyze and communicate technical information across the programme team.
• Identify and assess the capacity needs of the national staff, partners and counterparts involved in the programme, plan and implement capacity building activities.
• Management of the Food Security and Livelihood project managers.
• Ensure the effective implementation of personnel and administrative management systems, including policies and procedures for all programs in portfolio;
• Oversee procurement and logistics procedures for efficient use and proper documentation of all activities in accordance to organizational and donor guidelines;
• Ensure that staffs have clear job descriptions / performance objectives. Support the recruitment of staff in food security and livelihood programs. This may involve the writing of job descriptions, work schedules, training plans and appraisals.
• Ensure that Horn Relief's ways of working and gender equity are mainstreamed throughout the programme.
• Enhance documentation of lessons learnt and best practices of programs to be shared with relevant stakeholders;
• Any other duties that may be assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
Horn Relief is actively seeking a candidate who is committed to its mission and vision. In particular, Horn Relief will be seeking a candidate who has:
• A bachelors degree required but a post graduate degree is preferred in agriculture, animal science, development studies or other discipline that provides an understanding of food security and livelihood programming /or equivalent practical experience.
• A minimum of 4 years experience in the management of Food Security and Livelihoods projects, including a mature understanding of humanitarian and sustainable livelihoods programming in a variety of livelihoods intervention areas, in particular understanding of pastoral livelihoods preferred.
• Proven practical experience in two or more of the following: food security assessments and nutritional surveys, cash based interventions, agriculture and livestock interventions, fisheries interventions, small business / micro-credit interventions; market analysis; .
• Community development skills, including participatory community assessment and planning techniques, with skills in capacity building of communities and experience of working with livelihoods groups/community-based structures.
• Have experience in monitoring and evaluation of programs, in particular livelihoods analysis.
• Experience in Disaster Risk Reduction and vulnerability analysis.
• A sound understanding of the importance of gender in programme work.
• Sensitivity to cultural differences and the ability to work in a wide variety of cultural contexts. Committed to Equal Opportunities (e.g. gender, race, disability).
• Ability to work independently and under pressure in a rapidly changing professional environment. Diplomacy and good interpersonal skills, together with the capacity to remain calm under pressure and not lose sight of strategic priorities.
• Strong competencies in people management, capacity building and coaching;
• Willingness to travel frequently and at short notice, often in difficult circumstances, and to spend adequate periods of time in the field, if security permits.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills in English required
• Excellent communicator who leads in building relationships within Horn Relief and with other stakeholders such as partners, donors, authorities, etc.
• Good in networking and fundraising
APPLICATION PROCESS
The application process is open and Horn Relief will close this vacancy once the position is filled. Horn Relief will conduct interviews on an on-going basis.
The selection committee will review all applications as they arrive. As this is a re-advertisement, if you have applied to this position before we kindly request that you do not apply again. All applicants must meet the minimum requirements described above, and those unable to meet these requirements will not be considered. Only short listed candidates will be contacted. Horn Relief is an equal opportunity employer.
Each application package should include the following:
Cover letter with the applicant’s current contact information and salary history;
Resume (including detailed work experience, education/degrees);
References (minimum of three, with complete contact information);
Applications not including all of the above requirements will not be reviewed.
All applications should be sent to Horn Relief at vacancies@hornrelief.org with the subject line: Livelihoods Program Coordinator.
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Last Date: February 18, 2010
Email: vacancies@hornrelief.org
Vacancy Announcement
Position: Livelihoods Program Coordinator
Re-advertisement
Organization Horn Relief, www.hornrelief.org
Position Title Livelihoods Program Coordinator
Position Location Nairobi, Kenya (with travel to the field)
Duration 1 year (renewable)
Starting date Immediate
Application deadline Open and closed only when the position is filled. Horn Relief will conduct interviews on an on-going basis.
Vacancy contact Please send applications to vacancies@hornrelief.org - Horn Relief will only respond to short-listed applicants.
Salary entry point International Position; Grade D, US$ 42,600 (net) annually, excluding housing, medical, education and other benefits
POSITION SUMMARY
Horn Relief is seeking a qualified and committed individual to join the Horn Relief team as a Program Coordinator - Livelihoods for all operations in Somalia and Kenya as new programs emerge. Based in Nairobi, Kenya, the Livelihoods Program Coordinator will be a full-time member of the Horn Relief team and will play a crucial role in the provision of technical, financial and strategic management of food security and livelihoods programs and program staff. The position will require extensive travel to Somalia and within Kenya (approximately 40% of time), assuming optimal security conditions. The person will also lead in the development of Horn Relief specific program framework for the Livelihoods sector as well as develop strong staff capacity in undertaking assessments and data analysis.
ORGANIZATIONAL BACKGROUND
Horn Relief is an African based international development and humanitarian organization that aims to improve the lives of those who are living in marginalized areas in the Horn of Africa. We strengthen rural livelihoods through environmental awareness, training, technology transfer and innovative humanitarian projects in pursuit of a peaceful, self-reliant, and greener future. Currently, Horn Relief operates 5 offices in Somalia/Somaliland and has an annual operating budget of over US$ 8 million per year for its operations in the country. Horn Relief anticipates opening an office in northeast Kenya in January 2010 and other countries in the Horn of Africa region. Horn Relief works in the following sectors: food security and livelihoods, natural resource management education (formal and non-formal), water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH), and humanitarian programs.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
The Livelihoods Program Coordinator will undertake a number of duties and responsibilities, including:
• Lead the development of an appropriate Food Security and Sustainable Livelihood intervention strategy within Somalia and Kenya context that includes early recovery, disaster risk reduction and community development.
• Lead a team of livelihood technical staff to ensure that the strategy is implemented to the highest quality standards.
• Oversee and directly manage food security and livelihoods projects in the provision of technical support, development of logical frameworks and appropriate indicators, development of project proposals and budgeting, and project narrative and financial reporting in line with donor requirements including monitoring expenditure.
• Develop a thorough analysis of the food security and livelihoods situation through primary and secondary assessments and with due consideration for women and objectives of the programs;
• Co-ordinate surveys and rapid assessments, including training, planning, analysis and report writing. Ensure appropriate field supervision is undertaken and that protocols are adhered to.
• Plan and co-ordinate Horn Relief response as indicated by the results of surveys/situation analysis and related data.
• Lead in using the findings of surveys and ongoing analysis to ensure optimal program performance and design modifications as appropriate
• Coordinate and network with other stakeholders to promote appropriate humanitarian and development programming within the framework of Horn Relief's Food Security and Livelihood policies. This includes attending and engaging with relevant coordination meetings. Determine in each Horn Relief's intervention the scope for linking Emergency Food Security and Livelihoods work and Sustainable Livelihood work, with emphasis on mainstreaming vulnerability analysis and disaster risk reduction as appropriate.
• Design, manage, analyze and communicate technical information across the programme team.
• Identify and assess the capacity needs of the national staff, partners and counterparts involved in the programme, plan and implement capacity building activities.
• Management of the Food Security and Livelihood project managers.
• Ensure the effective implementation of personnel and administrative management systems, including policies and procedures for all programs in portfolio;
• Oversee procurement and logistics procedures for efficient use and proper documentation of all activities in accordance to organizational and donor guidelines;
• Ensure that staffs have clear job descriptions / performance objectives. Support the recruitment of staff in food security and livelihood programs. This may involve the writing of job descriptions, work schedules, training plans and appraisals.
• Ensure that Horn Relief's ways of working and gender equity are mainstreamed throughout the programme.
• Enhance documentation of lessons learnt and best practices of programs to be shared with relevant stakeholders;
• Any other duties that may be assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
Horn Relief is actively seeking a candidate who is committed to its mission and vision. In particular, Horn Relief will be seeking a candidate who has:
• A bachelors degree required but a post graduate degree is preferred in agriculture, animal science, development studies or other discipline that provides an understanding of food security and livelihood programming /or equivalent practical experience.
• A minimum of 4 years experience in the management of Food Security and Livelihoods projects, including a mature understanding of humanitarian and sustainable livelihoods programming in a variety of livelihoods intervention areas, in particular understanding of pastoral livelihoods preferred.
• Proven practical experience in two or more of the following: food security assessments and nutritional surveys, cash based interventions, agriculture and livestock interventions, fisheries interventions, small business / micro-credit interventions; market analysis; .
• Community development skills, including participatory community assessment and planning techniques, with skills in capacity building of communities and experience of working with livelihoods groups/community-based structures.
• Have experience in monitoring and evaluation of programs, in particular livelihoods analysis.
• Experience in Disaster Risk Reduction and vulnerability analysis.
• A sound understanding of the importance of gender in programme work.
• Sensitivity to cultural differences and the ability to work in a wide variety of cultural contexts. Committed to Equal Opportunities (e.g. gender, race, disability).
• Ability to work independently and under pressure in a rapidly changing professional environment. Diplomacy and good interpersonal skills, together with the capacity to remain calm under pressure and not lose sight of strategic priorities.
• Strong competencies in people management, capacity building and coaching;
• Willingness to travel frequently and at short notice, often in difficult circumstances, and to spend adequate periods of time in the field, if security permits.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills in English required
• Excellent communicator who leads in building relationships within Horn Relief and with other stakeholders such as partners, donors, authorities, etc.
• Good in networking and fundraising
APPLICATION PROCESS
The application process is open and Horn Relief will close this vacancy once the position is filled. Horn Relief will conduct interviews on an on-going basis.
The selection committee will review all applications as they arrive. As this is a re-advertisement, if you have applied to this position before we kindly request that you do not apply again. All applicants must meet the minimum requirements described above, and those unable to meet these requirements will not be considered. Only short listed candidates will be contacted. Horn Relief is an equal opportunity employer.
Each application package should include the following:
Cover letter with the applicant’s current contact information and salary history;
Resume (including detailed work experience, education/degrees);
References (minimum of three, with complete contact information);
Applications not including all of the above requirements will not be reviewed.
All applications should be sent to Horn Relief at vacancies@hornrelief.org with the subject line: Livelihoods Program Coordinator.
POST:Trade Commissioner
Embassy of Canada
Location: Washington, D.C.
Last Date: January 24, 2010
Email: resume@international.gc.ca
COMPETITION POSTER
POSITION TITLE: Trade Commissioner
SECTION: Office of Liaison with International Financial Institutions (OLIFI)
LOCATION: Embassy of Canada, Washington, D.C.
POSITION NUMBER: EXT 300573X
LEVEL: LE-09
STARTING SALARY: $73,936 USD plus benefits
COMPETITION NO: 01/10
DATE POSTED: January 15, 2010
CLOSING DATE: January 24, 2010
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OPEN TO: Embassy employees, spouses and dependents of Canada-based staff and other persons who meet all of the essential requirements stated below, who have work authorization in the U.S., and whose applications are received by the closing date.
TRANSFER: Employees of the embassy currently at these levels may apply by requesting a transfer. You will be part of the competition and will be assessed against the rated requirements. You must advise your current supervisor of your interest. Please specify which position for which you are applying.
TENURE: Indeterminate.
SUMMARY OF DUTIES: Under the general direction of the Counsellor (Commercial), the Trade Commissioner for International Financial Institutions(IFIs) implements the Commercial Section's international business development program for the Washington-based International Financial Institutions (IFIs): The World Bank Group and the Inter-American Development Bank. In addition the Trade Commissioner (IFIs) monitors US Government development programs and other relevant international organizations based in Washington. The Trade Commissioner manages a Senior Commercial Assistant for the IFIs who provides comprehensive program support.
Major responsibilities of the Trade Commissioner (IFIs), in line with the current business plan developed by OLIFI, include: providing high quality service to Canadian business clients; developing and maintaining a solid local contact network; supporting an in-Canada network of organizations promoting IFI business; coordinating the worldwide OLIFI network; identifying, preparing and disseminating market information to Canadian clients; initiating and managing promotional activities; troubleshooting; as well as other priority trade development activities.
IFI Business opportunities resulting include procurement for IFI-financed projects in borrowing countries, corporate procurement by the IFIs themselves, and investment opportunities with the IFIs' private sector windows. Another significant player in Washington's development market is the Millennium Challenge Corporation, which also generates significant procurement opportunities for the Canadian private sector. The Trade Commissioner should have a familiarity with the global international development assistance field and the World Bank and IDB's role within that field.
OLIFI's network of contacts are mostly staff at the IFIs in Washington and their offices around the world as well as private sector partners of Canadian clients. OLIFI's business clients are a unique subset of Canadian firms: organizations and individuals that are pursuing contracting opportunities in the development sectors where the IFIs are active. OLIFI's clients also include Canadian industry associations, other Canadian government departments (OGDs), crown corporations, provincial governments and offices of the Trade Commissioner Service in borrowing countries.
LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT:
English (The ability to work in French is an asset).
CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT (must be met): Eligibility for a Government of Canada Reliability Status which includes a criminal and credit background check.
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS: Candidates must demonstrate clearly how they meet the Education and Experience requirements listed below:
EDUCATION: Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or Commerce or a discipline related to the job requirements; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
EXPERIENCE:
1. Familiarity with the roles, operations and priorities of the Washington-based IFIs;
2. Experience of working with developing countries from a commercial promotion and/or development assistance perspective;
3. A minimum of three years relevant business experience.
RATED REQUIREMENTS:
Candidates who meet the Education and Experience requirements will be assessed on the following qualifications. The assessment may be a written test, an interview, an in-basket exercise, a skills test, or any combination of these methods.
KNOWLEDGE:
1. Knowledge of Canada: Canadian export capabilities, client issues and concerns;
2. Knowledge of the mandate and priorities of the Washington-based IFIs, as well as other international development organizations based in Washington;
3. Knowledge of international marketing and how IFI procurement works;
4. Knowledge of business practices and/or development assistance programs in developing countries.
ABILITIES:
1. Networking and alliance/partnership building;
2. Team work;
3. Presentation and oral communications skills;
4. Business writing skills;
5. Use of information management tools to organize work (e.g. project management, time management and, contacts management) as well as standard office suite applications (e.g. word processing, internet, e-mail and database);
6. Strategic thinking, ability to detect and anticipate new trends and opportunities;
7. To synthesize and distill information in order to communicate effectively.
PERSONAL SUITABILITY:
1. Good judgement;
2. Good interpersonal skills;
3. Initiative and creative approach to problem solving;
4. Effective interactive and intercultural communication skills to deal tactfully and effectively with people of various backgrounds and nationalities.
DESIRABLE REQUIREMENTS:
1. Ability to speak Spanish.
SELECTION PROCEDURE:
The staffing process will consist of a review of all applications to ensure that applicants meet the essential requirements. PLEASE NOTE THAT FAILURE TO MEET ANY OF THE ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS ELIMINATES CANDIDATES FROM FURTHER CONSIDERATION IN THE COMPETITION. Only those applicants who meet these will be contacted by the Human Resources Section for an interview or other form of assessment of the Rated Requirements.
The assessment can include an interview, a written test and other tests that will consist of a series of questions designed to evaluate each applicant's knowledge, abilities and personal suitability for the position.
An eligibility list of qualified candidates will be established for this position, and for similar positions.
All candidates are presumed to have pre-existing legal status to live and work in the U.S.. Confirmation in post is subject to security clearance.
The Embassy offers a competitive salary, generous leave and a strong benefits package to include medical, dental, long term and short term disability, and a retirement savings plan to name a few.
The Embassy is committed to conducting inclusive, barrier-free selection processes.
METHOD OF APPLICATION:
Applications should be sent by e-mail to: resume@international.gc.ca by the closing date. In completing their applications, candidates should confirm that they meet all the essential requirements and take care to relate their work experience to the position description and indicate the position number. Interested candidates are also welcomed and encouraged to seek additional information on the work of OLIFI from our website: www.IFIWashington.gc.ca.
HOURS OF WORK:
Normal hours of work for this position are in accordance with the Locally Engaged Staff (LES) regulations of 37.5 hours per week.
Location: Washington, D.C.
Last Date: January 24, 2010
Email: resume@international.gc.ca
COMPETITION POSTER
POSITION TITLE: Trade Commissioner
SECTION: Office of Liaison with International Financial Institutions (OLIFI)
LOCATION: Embassy of Canada, Washington, D.C.
POSITION NUMBER: EXT 300573X
LEVEL: LE-09
STARTING SALARY: $73,936 USD plus benefits
COMPETITION NO: 01/10
DATE POSTED: January 15, 2010
CLOSING DATE: January 24, 2010
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OPEN TO: Embassy employees, spouses and dependents of Canada-based staff and other persons who meet all of the essential requirements stated below, who have work authorization in the U.S., and whose applications are received by the closing date.
TRANSFER: Employees of the embassy currently at these levels may apply by requesting a transfer. You will be part of the competition and will be assessed against the rated requirements. You must advise your current supervisor of your interest. Please specify which position for which you are applying.
TENURE: Indeterminate.
SUMMARY OF DUTIES: Under the general direction of the Counsellor (Commercial), the Trade Commissioner for International Financial Institutions(IFIs) implements the Commercial Section's international business development program for the Washington-based International Financial Institutions (IFIs): The World Bank Group and the Inter-American Development Bank. In addition the Trade Commissioner (IFIs) monitors US Government development programs and other relevant international organizations based in Washington. The Trade Commissioner manages a Senior Commercial Assistant for the IFIs who provides comprehensive program support.
Major responsibilities of the Trade Commissioner (IFIs), in line with the current business plan developed by OLIFI, include: providing high quality service to Canadian business clients; developing and maintaining a solid local contact network; supporting an in-Canada network of organizations promoting IFI business; coordinating the worldwide OLIFI network; identifying, preparing and disseminating market information to Canadian clients; initiating and managing promotional activities; troubleshooting; as well as other priority trade development activities.
IFI Business opportunities resulting include procurement for IFI-financed projects in borrowing countries, corporate procurement by the IFIs themselves, and investment opportunities with the IFIs' private sector windows. Another significant player in Washington's development market is the Millennium Challenge Corporation, which also generates significant procurement opportunities for the Canadian private sector. The Trade Commissioner should have a familiarity with the global international development assistance field and the World Bank and IDB's role within that field.
OLIFI's network of contacts are mostly staff at the IFIs in Washington and their offices around the world as well as private sector partners of Canadian clients. OLIFI's business clients are a unique subset of Canadian firms: organizations and individuals that are pursuing contracting opportunities in the development sectors where the IFIs are active. OLIFI's clients also include Canadian industry associations, other Canadian government departments (OGDs), crown corporations, provincial governments and offices of the Trade Commissioner Service in borrowing countries.
LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT:
English (The ability to work in French is an asset).
CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT (must be met): Eligibility for a Government of Canada Reliability Status which includes a criminal and credit background check.
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS: Candidates must demonstrate clearly how they meet the Education and Experience requirements listed below:
EDUCATION: Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or Commerce or a discipline related to the job requirements; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
EXPERIENCE:
1. Familiarity with the roles, operations and priorities of the Washington-based IFIs;
2. Experience of working with developing countries from a commercial promotion and/or development assistance perspective;
3. A minimum of three years relevant business experience.
RATED REQUIREMENTS:
Candidates who meet the Education and Experience requirements will be assessed on the following qualifications. The assessment may be a written test, an interview, an in-basket exercise, a skills test, or any combination of these methods.
KNOWLEDGE:
1. Knowledge of Canada: Canadian export capabilities, client issues and concerns;
2. Knowledge of the mandate and priorities of the Washington-based IFIs, as well as other international development organizations based in Washington;
3. Knowledge of international marketing and how IFI procurement works;
4. Knowledge of business practices and/or development assistance programs in developing countries.
ABILITIES:
1. Networking and alliance/partnership building;
2. Team work;
3. Presentation and oral communications skills;
4. Business writing skills;
5. Use of information management tools to organize work (e.g. project management, time management and, contacts management) as well as standard office suite applications (e.g. word processing, internet, e-mail and database);
6. Strategic thinking, ability to detect and anticipate new trends and opportunities;
7. To synthesize and distill information in order to communicate effectively.
PERSONAL SUITABILITY:
1. Good judgement;
2. Good interpersonal skills;
3. Initiative and creative approach to problem solving;
4. Effective interactive and intercultural communication skills to deal tactfully and effectively with people of various backgrounds and nationalities.
DESIRABLE REQUIREMENTS:
1. Ability to speak Spanish.
SELECTION PROCEDURE:
The staffing process will consist of a review of all applications to ensure that applicants meet the essential requirements. PLEASE NOTE THAT FAILURE TO MEET ANY OF THE ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS ELIMINATES CANDIDATES FROM FURTHER CONSIDERATION IN THE COMPETITION. Only those applicants who meet these will be contacted by the Human Resources Section for an interview or other form of assessment of the Rated Requirements.
The assessment can include an interview, a written test and other tests that will consist of a series of questions designed to evaluate each applicant's knowledge, abilities and personal suitability for the position.
An eligibility list of qualified candidates will be established for this position, and for similar positions.
All candidates are presumed to have pre-existing legal status to live and work in the U.S.. Confirmation in post is subject to security clearance.
The Embassy offers a competitive salary, generous leave and a strong benefits package to include medical, dental, long term and short term disability, and a retirement savings plan to name a few.
The Embassy is committed to conducting inclusive, barrier-free selection processes.
METHOD OF APPLICATION:
Applications should be sent by e-mail to: resume@international.gc.ca by the closing date. In completing their applications, candidates should confirm that they meet all the essential requirements and take care to relate their work experience to the position description and indicate the position number. Interested candidates are also welcomed and encouraged to seek additional information on the work of OLIFI from our website: www.IFIWashington.gc.ca.
HOURS OF WORK:
Normal hours of work for this position are in accordance with the Locally Engaged Staff (LES) regulations of 37.5 hours per week.
POST:Deputy Chief of Party
CARE
Location: Dar-es-Salaam, Tanzania
Last Date: February 12, 2010
Email: shyman@care.org
CARE seeks a Deputy Chief of Party (DCoP), to be based in Tanzania to directly oversee program implementation of a program supporting Orphans and Vulnerable Children (OVC) in selected regions of the country. Such duties include playing a key role in the launching and management of this country-wide project through a combination of: training and capacity building, work with government services and community based and private sector to increase access to services and quality of services provided to OVC; ensure gender focused interventions enhancing OVC service provision; overseeing technical interventions; program quality assurance; and partner/donor relations.
Requirements Include:
• Masters Degree in Public Health, social science or appropriate technical field.
• At least 8 years of experience working in HIV&AIDS programming, of which 2 must have been in a senior management position.
• Experience in OVC service provision and community-based mobilization.
Demonstrated program management experience with programs of similar size and complexity.
• Experience working in a consortium and with multiple partners.
• Experience managing USG grants and related reporting, budgeting, procurement, and project management procedures.
• 5 years of supervisory experience, excellent communication, diplomatic and interpersonal skills with the ability to dialogue, network, and negotiate with donor agencies, international institutions, various stakeholders and development partners.
• Proven financial and personnel management skills.
• Excellent facilitation skills.
• Proven skills in effective team management and leadership; effective partnership management skills.
• Solid monitoring and evaluation knowledge and skills, preferably in HIV&AIDS program area.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
Highly qualified candidates will have the following skills and experience:
• Ability to synergize between regional and national OVC focused delivery programs and policy work with community-based efforts to support OVC.
• Bringing forth best practices and innovation in order to increase impact.
• Designing impact assessment framework, tools and methodologies, and in their application within the program.
• Experience with HIV/AIDS programming, and in Tanzania preferred.
• Fluency in Swahili is highly desirable.
Key Competencies:
Respect, integrity, diversity, adaptability, stress tolerance, innovation, building partnership, communicating with impact, coaching, facilitating change, developing teams, initiating action, strategic decision making, planning and organizing, leading through vision and values.
Please send your applications to shyman@care.org on or before February 12, 2010
Location: Dar-es-Salaam, Tanzania
Last Date: February 12, 2010
Email: shyman@care.org
CARE seeks a Deputy Chief of Party (DCoP), to be based in Tanzania to directly oversee program implementation of a program supporting Orphans and Vulnerable Children (OVC) in selected regions of the country. Such duties include playing a key role in the launching and management of this country-wide project through a combination of: training and capacity building, work with government services and community based and private sector to increase access to services and quality of services provided to OVC; ensure gender focused interventions enhancing OVC service provision; overseeing technical interventions; program quality assurance; and partner/donor relations.
Requirements Include:
• Masters Degree in Public Health, social science or appropriate technical field.
• At least 8 years of experience working in HIV&AIDS programming, of which 2 must have been in a senior management position.
• Experience in OVC service provision and community-based mobilization.
Demonstrated program management experience with programs of similar size and complexity.
• Experience working in a consortium and with multiple partners.
• Experience managing USG grants and related reporting, budgeting, procurement, and project management procedures.
• 5 years of supervisory experience, excellent communication, diplomatic and interpersonal skills with the ability to dialogue, network, and negotiate with donor agencies, international institutions, various stakeholders and development partners.
• Proven financial and personnel management skills.
• Excellent facilitation skills.
• Proven skills in effective team management and leadership; effective partnership management skills.
• Solid monitoring and evaluation knowledge and skills, preferably in HIV&AIDS program area.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
Highly qualified candidates will have the following skills and experience:
• Ability to synergize between regional and national OVC focused delivery programs and policy work with community-based efforts to support OVC.
• Bringing forth best practices and innovation in order to increase impact.
• Designing impact assessment framework, tools and methodologies, and in their application within the program.
• Experience with HIV/AIDS programming, and in Tanzania preferred.
• Fluency in Swahili is highly desirable.
Key Competencies:
Respect, integrity, diversity, adaptability, stress tolerance, innovation, building partnership, communicating with impact, coaching, facilitating change, developing teams, initiating action, strategic decision making, planning and organizing, leading through vision and values.
Please send your applications to shyman@care.org on or before February 12, 2010
POST:International organization/consultant
World Bank
Location: Mongolia
Last Date: February 1, 2010
Mongolië: International organization/consultant to establish, develop and provide initial operational support and oversight for an independent policy centre or "think tank" in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia
Processing Stage:
Specific Procurement Notice
Closing date:
1-2-2010
Notice number:
P118643
Abstract:
Deadline: 1 February 2010
Econsult selection no.100025818
Assignment Description:
Governance Partnership Facility, Economics and Natural Resources Sectors
Mongolia has received financing from the World Bank toward the cost of the Governance Partnership Facility Project, and intends to apply part of the proceeds for consultant services.The World Bank seeks the services of an international organization/consultant to establish, develop and provide initial operational support and oversight for an independent policy centre or "think tank" in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia.The objective is to develop a policy centre which can provide high quality public policy analysis and advice to contribute to improving the quality of public debate surrounding key policy and legislative developments in Mongolia.
The consultant will support the policy centre to:
1]establish its governance arrangements including a Board of Trustees which maintains a high degree of professional and political independence in Mongolia;
2]establish and support the development of quality control and peer review processes and to establish its international research credibility;
3]establish fundraising and financing arrangements to promote sustainable operations of the centre beyond the life of this project;
4]develop effective outreach and communications capabilities to ensure that analysis carried out by the centre contributes to public debate.
The preferred model would be to utilize the services of staff in an existing independent professional institution and develop an appropriate framework for quality assurance and management and provide opportunities and funding for commissioned research through temporary research fellowships.
The World Bank Mongolia Country Office now invites eligible consultants/international organizations to indicate their interest in providing the services.Interested consultants must provide information indicating that they are qualified to perform the services (brochures, description of similar assignments, experience in similar conditions, availability of appropriate skills among staff, etc.).Consultants may associate to enhance their qualifications.
A consultant will be selected in accordance with the procedures set out in the World Bank's Guidelines: Selection and Employment of Consultants by World Bank Borrowers (current edition).
Interested consultants may obtain further information from the contact person given.
Funding Source: The World Bank intends to finance the assignment/services described below under a trust fund from the Independent Policy Think Tank.
Individual/Firm Profile: The consultant will be a firm or consortium.
Submission Requirements: The World Bank now invites eligible consultants to indicate their interest in providing the services.Interested consultants must provide information indicating that they are qualified to perform the services (brochures, description of similar assignments, experience in similar conditions, availability of appropriate skills among staff, etc.).
Consultants may associate to enhance their qualifications.
Interested consultants are hereby invited to submit expressions of interest.
Expressions of Interest should be submitted, in English, electronically through World Bank Group eConsultant http://www.worldbank.org/wbgeconsultant.
Consultants will be selected in accordance with the procedures set out in the current edition of the World Bank's Guidelines: Selection and Employment of Consultants by World Bank Borrowers.
Following this invitation for Expression of Interest, a shortlist of qualified firms will be formally invited to submit proposals.Shortlisting and selection will be subject to the availability of funding.
Relevant Qualifications:
1.Interested consultants should provide information showing that they are qualified in the field of assignment.
2.Interested consultants should provide information on the technical and managerial capabilities of the firm.
3.Interested consultants should provide information on their core business and years in business.
4.Interested consultants should provide information on the qualifications of key staff.
For additional information, please refer to:
http://econsult.worldbank.org/suite/public/viewPublishedNotifications.do
and select Selection No.100025818
Financing Institution:
World Bank
Location: Mongolia
Last Date: February 1, 2010
Mongolië: International organization/consultant to establish, develop and provide initial operational support and oversight for an independent policy centre or "think tank" in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia
Processing Stage:
Specific Procurement Notice
Closing date:
1-2-2010
Notice number:
P118643
Abstract:
Deadline: 1 February 2010
Econsult selection no.100025818
Assignment Description:
Governance Partnership Facility, Economics and Natural Resources Sectors
Mongolia has received financing from the World Bank toward the cost of the Governance Partnership Facility Project, and intends to apply part of the proceeds for consultant services.The World Bank seeks the services of an international organization/consultant to establish, develop and provide initial operational support and oversight for an independent policy centre or "think tank" in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia.The objective is to develop a policy centre which can provide high quality public policy analysis and advice to contribute to improving the quality of public debate surrounding key policy and legislative developments in Mongolia.
The consultant will support the policy centre to:
1]establish its governance arrangements including a Board of Trustees which maintains a high degree of professional and political independence in Mongolia;
2]establish and support the development of quality control and peer review processes and to establish its international research credibility;
3]establish fundraising and financing arrangements to promote sustainable operations of the centre beyond the life of this project;
4]develop effective outreach and communications capabilities to ensure that analysis carried out by the centre contributes to public debate.
The preferred model would be to utilize the services of staff in an existing independent professional institution and develop an appropriate framework for quality assurance and management and provide opportunities and funding for commissioned research through temporary research fellowships.
The World Bank Mongolia Country Office now invites eligible consultants/international organizations to indicate their interest in providing the services.Interested consultants must provide information indicating that they are qualified to perform the services (brochures, description of similar assignments, experience in similar conditions, availability of appropriate skills among staff, etc.).Consultants may associate to enhance their qualifications.
A consultant will be selected in accordance with the procedures set out in the World Bank's Guidelines: Selection and Employment of Consultants by World Bank Borrowers (current edition).
Interested consultants may obtain further information from the contact person given.
Funding Source: The World Bank intends to finance the assignment/services described below under a trust fund from the Independent Policy Think Tank.
Individual/Firm Profile: The consultant will be a firm or consortium.
Submission Requirements: The World Bank now invites eligible consultants to indicate their interest in providing the services.Interested consultants must provide information indicating that they are qualified to perform the services (brochures, description of similar assignments, experience in similar conditions, availability of appropriate skills among staff, etc.).
Consultants may associate to enhance their qualifications.
Interested consultants are hereby invited to submit expressions of interest.
Expressions of Interest should be submitted, in English, electronically through World Bank Group eConsultant http://www.worldbank.org/wbgeconsultant.
Consultants will be selected in accordance with the procedures set out in the current edition of the World Bank's Guidelines: Selection and Employment of Consultants by World Bank Borrowers.
Following this invitation for Expression of Interest, a shortlist of qualified firms will be formally invited to submit proposals.Shortlisting and selection will be subject to the availability of funding.
Relevant Qualifications:
1.Interested consultants should provide information showing that they are qualified in the field of assignment.
2.Interested consultants should provide information on the technical and managerial capabilities of the firm.
3.Interested consultants should provide information on their core business and years in business.
4.Interested consultants should provide information on the qualifications of key staff.
For additional information, please refer to:
http://econsult.worldbank.org/suite/public/viewPublishedNotifications.do
and select Selection No.100025818
Financing Institution:
World Bank
POST:Director of New Business
Somaly Mam Foundation
Location: Phnom Penh
Last Date: February 1, 2010
Email: careers@somaly.org
DIRECTOR OF NEW BUSINESS
Somaly Mam Foundation
The Somaly Mam Foundation is a nonprofit public charity committed to ending modern day slavery around the world. Founded by sexual slavery survivor, Somaly Mam, the foundation supports rescue, shelter and rehabilitation programs across South East Asia, where the trafficking of women and girls, some as young as five, is a widespread practice. The Somaly Mam Foundation runs global awareness and advocacy campaigns that shed light on the crime of sexual slavery and focus on getting the public and governments involved in the fight to abolish modern day slavery.
To accomplish our mission, we seek to empower survivors to create a new life of economic autonomy, while simultaneously educating and supporting local communities to reduce stigma and promote prosperity.
GENERAL POSITION SUMMARY:
The Director of New Business will oversee all new business ventures for survivors of human trafficking in Cambodia, including a microfinance partnership program, scarves produced in Cambodia and sold through global corporate partners abroad, and any other business the Somaly Mam Foundation may develop in the future to support victims of sexual slavery.
S/he will coordinate with local shelters, survivors, in-country leadership (both government and in each respective village), and the Senior Leadership team in the United States in order to design and execute the Somaly Mam Foundation’s financial services programming.
PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
The Somaly Mam Foundation’s microfinance program, highlighted by the Clinton Global Initiative as an effective plan to combat human trafficking and enhance local economies, will launch in 2010. Based on Thailand’s Population and Community Development Association’s (PDA) Positive Partnership Program, this initiative identifies and supplies microfinancing for viable business enterprises, disbursing seed money to partnerships consisting of one survivor of trafficking and an individual who has not been trafficked. By pairing survivors with non-survivors in a business venture, survivors will be provided with the means for sustainable livelihood while reducing the social stigma that hinders successful social reintegration of those who are able to secure their freedom.
Initially, the loans will carry very low interest rates and are not designed to create profits for the Foundation. The Somaly Mam Foundation has identified several viable business ventures compatible with the economic climate in Southeast Asia. Partners will be able to choose one of these business opportunities, and the Foundation will train them to operate and run said venture.
The non-trafficked partner and staff from the Foundation will continue to provide support and follow-up to the business and the survivor for a three-year period to ensure success and wellbeing.
Ancillary services include business training for the new partnerships and local communities, as well as information and education to increase awareness about human trafficking.
The Somaly Mam Foundation’s scarf program is working with several global brand names to distribute products made by survivors of human trafficking.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: The Somaly Mam Foundation US Branch (SMF-USA) will provide support
• Provide strategic direction, guidance and coordination in the development of a multi-layered Financial Services strategy.
• Mobilize and coordinate Foundation resources -financial, administrative, leadership, and social capital resources - to support the design, implementation, evaluation and marketing of financial services programming that maximize survivor support.
• Coordinate and manage the technical support that the Somaly Mam Foundation and its partners provide. This will include supervising, and in some cases, hiring loan officers, trainers, field outreach offers, and other staff as needed to fulfill the financial services mission of the Foundation.
• Create the financial infrastructure needed to disburse loans to survivors, and create the requirements for the loans and savings program
• Identify, document, and communicate the ideas, trends, and emerging capacities that fall in the intersection of the Somaly Mam Foundation’s field-based vision.
• Liaise with the Somaly Mam Foundation’s US-based team and corporate partners to grow new business ventures.
• Liaise with the Somaly Mam Foundation’s Communications and Web Marketing teams to articulate the results, challenges, and lessons of financial services initiatives.
• Source and manage consultants as needed.
• Disseminate lessons learned and best practices.
• Other duties as requested.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:
Trainers, Loan Officers, Domestic and/or field- based Managers, Financial Services staff
ACCOUNTABILITY:
REPORTS DIRECTLY TO: Executive Director and Director of Anti-Trafficking Programs SMF-USA
WORKS DIRECTLY WITH: General Counsel; Executive Director, President; Director of Anti-Trafficking Programs; country office teams.
Required Skills
KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:
• Exceptional knowledge and experience in Cambodia
• An MA/S in Finance or Economics; MBA preferred, or senior management experience in the Business Management sector
• At least 5 years design and/or implementation of financial services and other economic development programming. Commercial banking experience highly desirable.
• A track record of driving innovations from development through early marketing, to successful market introduction and product commercialization.
• Demonstrated success in business development and partnership development.
• Demonstrated leadership in advancing organizational strategy and stated objectives.
• Effective verbal and written communication, multi-tasking, organizational prioritization skills are necessary.
• Experience working in relief and/or development context, preferably in Cambodia
• Experience with assessments, monitoring and evaluation and design.
• Experience managing and working with diverse teams.
• Willingness to travel to field locations as required.
• Fluency in English required.
• Willingness to learn Khmer
SUCCESS FACTORS:
The Director of Microfinance Services will combine exceptional analytical skills and experience in developing and maintaining businesses for survivors of human trafficking. S/he should have high creativity and strong social entrepreneurial skills to lead and support new opportunities, partnerships and the scaling up of proven interventions. Effective verbal and written communication, facilitation, participatory leadership and solid management skills are essential. In addition to these qualifications, we are seeking someone with a great attitude who is flexible, outgoing and thrives in evolving and changing environments. The most successful Somaly Mam Foundation staff members have a strong commitment to teamwork and accountability.
LIVING/WORKING/ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:
This position will be based in Cambodia, including travel to new business ventures within Cambodia, training in Thailand, and to domestic offices in New York, New York.
Job Location Phnom Penh Cambodia
Position Type Full-Time/Regular
SALARY
Commensurate with experience.
CONTACT
Please submit resume and cover letter to Charlotte Salasky at careers@somaly.org by February 1, 2010.
Location: Phnom Penh
Last Date: February 1, 2010
Email: careers@somaly.org
DIRECTOR OF NEW BUSINESS
Somaly Mam Foundation
The Somaly Mam Foundation is a nonprofit public charity committed to ending modern day slavery around the world. Founded by sexual slavery survivor, Somaly Mam, the foundation supports rescue, shelter and rehabilitation programs across South East Asia, where the trafficking of women and girls, some as young as five, is a widespread practice. The Somaly Mam Foundation runs global awareness and advocacy campaigns that shed light on the crime of sexual slavery and focus on getting the public and governments involved in the fight to abolish modern day slavery.
To accomplish our mission, we seek to empower survivors to create a new life of economic autonomy, while simultaneously educating and supporting local communities to reduce stigma and promote prosperity.
GENERAL POSITION SUMMARY:
The Director of New Business will oversee all new business ventures for survivors of human trafficking in Cambodia, including a microfinance partnership program, scarves produced in Cambodia and sold through global corporate partners abroad, and any other business the Somaly Mam Foundation may develop in the future to support victims of sexual slavery.
S/he will coordinate with local shelters, survivors, in-country leadership (both government and in each respective village), and the Senior Leadership team in the United States in order to design and execute the Somaly Mam Foundation’s financial services programming.
PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
The Somaly Mam Foundation’s microfinance program, highlighted by the Clinton Global Initiative as an effective plan to combat human trafficking and enhance local economies, will launch in 2010. Based on Thailand’s Population and Community Development Association’s (PDA) Positive Partnership Program, this initiative identifies and supplies microfinancing for viable business enterprises, disbursing seed money to partnerships consisting of one survivor of trafficking and an individual who has not been trafficked. By pairing survivors with non-survivors in a business venture, survivors will be provided with the means for sustainable livelihood while reducing the social stigma that hinders successful social reintegration of those who are able to secure their freedom.
Initially, the loans will carry very low interest rates and are not designed to create profits for the Foundation. The Somaly Mam Foundation has identified several viable business ventures compatible with the economic climate in Southeast Asia. Partners will be able to choose one of these business opportunities, and the Foundation will train them to operate and run said venture.
The non-trafficked partner and staff from the Foundation will continue to provide support and follow-up to the business and the survivor for a three-year period to ensure success and wellbeing.
Ancillary services include business training for the new partnerships and local communities, as well as information and education to increase awareness about human trafficking.
The Somaly Mam Foundation’s scarf program is working with several global brand names to distribute products made by survivors of human trafficking.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: The Somaly Mam Foundation US Branch (SMF-USA) will provide support
• Provide strategic direction, guidance and coordination in the development of a multi-layered Financial Services strategy.
• Mobilize and coordinate Foundation resources -financial, administrative, leadership, and social capital resources - to support the design, implementation, evaluation and marketing of financial services programming that maximize survivor support.
• Coordinate and manage the technical support that the Somaly Mam Foundation and its partners provide. This will include supervising, and in some cases, hiring loan officers, trainers, field outreach offers, and other staff as needed to fulfill the financial services mission of the Foundation.
• Create the financial infrastructure needed to disburse loans to survivors, and create the requirements for the loans and savings program
• Identify, document, and communicate the ideas, trends, and emerging capacities that fall in the intersection of the Somaly Mam Foundation’s field-based vision.
• Liaise with the Somaly Mam Foundation’s US-based team and corporate partners to grow new business ventures.
• Liaise with the Somaly Mam Foundation’s Communications and Web Marketing teams to articulate the results, challenges, and lessons of financial services initiatives.
• Source and manage consultants as needed.
• Disseminate lessons learned and best practices.
• Other duties as requested.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:
Trainers, Loan Officers, Domestic and/or field- based Managers, Financial Services staff
ACCOUNTABILITY:
REPORTS DIRECTLY TO: Executive Director and Director of Anti-Trafficking Programs SMF-USA
WORKS DIRECTLY WITH: General Counsel; Executive Director, President; Director of Anti-Trafficking Programs; country office teams.
Required Skills
KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:
• Exceptional knowledge and experience in Cambodia
• An MA/S in Finance or Economics; MBA preferred, or senior management experience in the Business Management sector
• At least 5 years design and/or implementation of financial services and other economic development programming. Commercial banking experience highly desirable.
• A track record of driving innovations from development through early marketing, to successful market introduction and product commercialization.
• Demonstrated success in business development and partnership development.
• Demonstrated leadership in advancing organizational strategy and stated objectives.
• Effective verbal and written communication, multi-tasking, organizational prioritization skills are necessary.
• Experience working in relief and/or development context, preferably in Cambodia
• Experience with assessments, monitoring and evaluation and design.
• Experience managing and working with diverse teams.
• Willingness to travel to field locations as required.
• Fluency in English required.
• Willingness to learn Khmer
SUCCESS FACTORS:
The Director of Microfinance Services will combine exceptional analytical skills and experience in developing and maintaining businesses for survivors of human trafficking. S/he should have high creativity and strong social entrepreneurial skills to lead and support new opportunities, partnerships and the scaling up of proven interventions. Effective verbal and written communication, facilitation, participatory leadership and solid management skills are essential. In addition to these qualifications, we are seeking someone with a great attitude who is flexible, outgoing and thrives in evolving and changing environments. The most successful Somaly Mam Foundation staff members have a strong commitment to teamwork and accountability.
LIVING/WORKING/ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:
This position will be based in Cambodia, including travel to new business ventures within Cambodia, training in Thailand, and to domestic offices in New York, New York.
Job Location Phnom Penh Cambodia
Position Type Full-Time/Regular
SALARY
Commensurate with experience.
CONTACT
Please submit resume and cover letter to Charlotte Salasky at careers@somaly.org by February 1, 2010.
POST:Expert in Regular/Irregular Migration
ATC Consultants
Location: Nigeria
Last Date: January 25, 2010
Email: apolline.breuil@atc-consultants.com
We are currently looking for two experts for this mission in Nigeria, that will be carried out between March and end of April 2010 (65 days per expert).
Team Leader and expert in regular/irregular migration (Senior)
• Masters Degree in social sciences, humanities or related field, or at least 15 years equivalent professional experience in the relevant sector where the expert has no such academic qualification
• Minimum 10 years of professional experience;
• Experience in leading missions for project identification/formulation;
• Knowledge and experience with EDF programming procedures;
• Sound knowledge and experience in labour/regular and irregular migration issues (trafficking, smuggling) with specific expertise in designing technical assistance, capacity development and training migration programs;
• Knowledge and experience of labour migration, circular migration and its development dimension (diaspora, remittances, and brain gain) will be an asset;
• Knowledge and experience and data management on migration will be an asset;
• Expertise in problem analysis, stakeholders' analysis and preparation of Logframes;
• Understanding of governance issues in Nigeria will be an asset;
• Full working knowledge of English, as well as excellent report writing and communication skills.
Minimum required skills
• Knowledge and experience with EDF programming procedures;
• Sound knowledge and experience in labour/regular and irregular migration issues (trafficking, smuggling) with specific expertise in designing technical assistance, capacity development and training migration programs;
Expert in institutional capacity and cross-cutting issues (Junior)
• Masters Degree in social sciences, humanities or related field
• Minimum 3 years of professional experience;
• Experience in project/program design in development projects
• Expertise in problem analysis, stakeholders' analysis and preparation of Logframes,
• Sound knowledge and experience in preparation of institutional capacity assessments and preparation of ToRs for management/operational project structures.
• Sound knowledge and experience in preparing cross-cutting analysis (gender, human rights and youth) and design of measures to integrate cross-cutting issues into projects formulation documents.
• Experience in EC programme design and EDF procedures will be an asset
• Experience in designing migration projects will be an asset
• Working experience in Nigeria and understanding of Nigeria's government environment will be an asset
• Full working knowledge of English, as well as excellent report writing and communication skills
Minimum required skills:
• Sound knowledge and experience in preparation of institutional capacity assessments and preparation of ToRs for management/operational project structures.
• Sound knowledge and experience in preparing cross-cutting analysis (gender, human rights and youth) and design of measures to integrate cross-cutting issues into projects formulation documents.
If you are interested please contact me as soon as possible.
Apolline.
Apolline Breuil
ATC Consultants, Vienna, Austria
Tel.: +43 1 263 71 17 - 16
Fax. +43 1 263 71 17 -7
apolline.breuil@atc-consultants.com
www.atc-consultants.com
Location: Nigeria
Last Date: January 25, 2010
Email: apolline.breuil@atc-consultants.com
We are currently looking for two experts for this mission in Nigeria, that will be carried out between March and end of April 2010 (65 days per expert).
Team Leader and expert in regular/irregular migration (Senior)
• Masters Degree in social sciences, humanities or related field, or at least 15 years equivalent professional experience in the relevant sector where the expert has no such academic qualification
• Minimum 10 years of professional experience;
• Experience in leading missions for project identification/formulation;
• Knowledge and experience with EDF programming procedures;
• Sound knowledge and experience in labour/regular and irregular migration issues (trafficking, smuggling) with specific expertise in designing technical assistance, capacity development and training migration programs;
• Knowledge and experience of labour migration, circular migration and its development dimension (diaspora, remittances, and brain gain) will be an asset;
• Knowledge and experience and data management on migration will be an asset;
• Expertise in problem analysis, stakeholders' analysis and preparation of Logframes;
• Understanding of governance issues in Nigeria will be an asset;
• Full working knowledge of English, as well as excellent report writing and communication skills.
Minimum required skills
• Knowledge and experience with EDF programming procedures;
• Sound knowledge and experience in labour/regular and irregular migration issues (trafficking, smuggling) with specific expertise in designing technical assistance, capacity development and training migration programs;
Expert in institutional capacity and cross-cutting issues (Junior)
• Masters Degree in social sciences, humanities or related field
• Minimum 3 years of professional experience;
• Experience in project/program design in development projects
• Expertise in problem analysis, stakeholders' analysis and preparation of Logframes,
• Sound knowledge and experience in preparation of institutional capacity assessments and preparation of ToRs for management/operational project structures.
• Sound knowledge and experience in preparing cross-cutting analysis (gender, human rights and youth) and design of measures to integrate cross-cutting issues into projects formulation documents.
• Experience in EC programme design and EDF procedures will be an asset
• Experience in designing migration projects will be an asset
• Working experience in Nigeria and understanding of Nigeria's government environment will be an asset
• Full working knowledge of English, as well as excellent report writing and communication skills
Minimum required skills:
• Sound knowledge and experience in preparation of institutional capacity assessments and preparation of ToRs for management/operational project structures.
• Sound knowledge and experience in preparing cross-cutting analysis (gender, human rights and youth) and design of measures to integrate cross-cutting issues into projects formulation documents.
If you are interested please contact me as soon as possible.
Apolline.
Apolline Breuil
ATC Consultants, Vienna, Austria
Tel.: +43 1 263 71 17 - 16
Fax. +43 1 263 71 17 -7
apolline.breuil@atc-consultants.com
www.atc-consultants.com