Programme Officer, P4

Closing date: 26 Oct 2009
Location: Thailand - Bangkok

The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is the United Nations system’s designated entity for addressing environmental issues at the global and regional level. Its mandate is to coordinate the development of environmental policy consensus by keeping the global environment under review and bringing emerging issues to the attention of governments and the international community for action.

UNEP’s Division of Technology, Industry and Economics (DTIE) works with international governmental and non-governmental organizations, national and local governments, business and industry to develop and implement policies, strategies and practices, incorporate environmental costs, use natural resources efficiently, reduce pollution and risks for humans and the environment, and enable the implementation of conventions and international agreements. This post is located in the Ozone Action Branch, Regional Office for Asia and the Pacific (ROAP) of UNEP/DTIE in Bangkok.

Responsibilities

Under the supervision of the Head of the Branch, the incumbent will coordinate with senior Government officials, Ministers and senior officers in other Implementing Agencies and Bilateral Agencies to the Montreal Protocol in light of Decisions of Meeting of Parties as well as Executive Committee relating to achieving compliance of Pacific Island Countries (PIC). Ensure annual Compliance Assistance Programme (CAP) Vision and Work plan for PIC region is implemented within available resources in accordance with the guidance provided by Paris and Bangkok; Organize annual network meeting for ozone officers from PICs; Manage the Hydrochloroflurocarbons (HCFC) phase-out programme of UNEP in northeast region, which includes China, DPR Korea and Mongolia. Specifically the incumbent will perform the following functions: 1. Assist countries in Pacific Island Countries (PIC) network to compliance with their obligations under the Montreal Protocol. 2. Organize meeting of Network of Ozone Officers of PIC region and promote cross-fertilization of good methodologies on compliance. 3. Develop and implement of HCFC Phase-out Management Plan (HPMP) for China, Mongolia and DPR Korea. 4. Provide technical and policy assistance for countries in the Regional Office for Asia and the Pacific (ROAP) region for Chloroflurocarbons (CFC) phase-out, especially in the refrigeration servicing sector. 5. Assist the Regional Director in the implementation of national, sub-regional and global priorities within the approved ROAP strategy and provide inputs in the preparation and submission of documents to the Executive Committee meeting.

Competencies

Professionalism: Ability to identify and resolve a range of issues/problems and to work well with figures, undertake basic research and gather information from standard sources. Demonstrated ability to apply good judgement in the context of assignments given. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.

Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.

Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.

Planning and Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.

Qualifications

Education: Advanced university degree (master's degree or equivalent) in environmental science, development studies or related field. A first-level university degree in combination with qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Work Experience: A minimum of 7 years of progressively responsible experience in environment field and/or social development matters, with 5 years working experience on projects as programme management in developing countries. Previous work experience related to ozone-depleting substances at national/regional/international level is desirable.

Languages: English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the advertised post, fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of other United Nations languages an asset.

Other Skills: Excellent knowledge of UN system and computer skills (Microsoft Office, email, internet) are required.

How to apply

www.unep.org/vacancies
(See Professional Positions)

Reference Code: RW_7VKDK6-44

Finance intern - Sri Lanka

Closing date: 15 Oct 2009
Location: Sri Lanka

Department: Finance
Position: Finance Intern
Contract duration: 6 months
Location: Colombo, Sri Lanka
Starting Date: September 2009

I. Background on ACTED

ACTED is an independent international, private, non-partisan and non-profit organization that operates according to principles of strict neutrality, political and religious impartiality, and non discrimination.

ACTED was created in 1993 to support populations affected by the conflict in Afghanistan. Based in Paris, France, ACTED now operates in 25 countries worldwide, with over 160 international and 2500 national staff. ACTED has a 45 million € budget for over 150 projects spanning 8 sectors of intervention; including emergency relief, food security, health promotion, economic development, education & training, microfinance, local governance & institutional support, and cultural promotion.

For more information, please visit our website at www.acted.org

II. Country Profile

Capital Office: Colombo
National Staff: 49 (may 2009)
International Staff: 4 (may 2009)
Areas: 2 (Batticaloa District, Northern Province
On-going programmes: 4
Budget: 1,3 M€ (2008)

ACTED operations in Sri Lanka began in 2005 in the aftermath of the tsunami, with an intervention focused on short term emergency disaster relief. Since then, ACTED Sri Lanka has evolved with the changing needs of the country. 2006 saw a shift of focus from disaster relief to emergency internally displaced persons’ assistance as the IDP crisis reached its height, with a focus on water and sanitation projects. In 2007 and 2008, ACTED has moved towards a longer term strategy, supporting development and livelihood initiatives as IDPs become returnees and resettle cleared lands. Today, ACTED Sri Lanka has two offices in Colombo and Batticaloa, and projects range from emergency WATSAN and hygiene programs to economic recovery and development. ACTED is also expanding its operations into the Vavuniya region of northern Sri Lanka, where the government began in 2008 a military campaign against the LTTE: to face this humanitarian emergency, ACTED partnered with a Sri Lanka NGO named Sewalanka Foundation. They are implementing drinkable water and sanitation activities, along with NFIs distribution, to better respond to the conflict-affected population’s needs, with an ambition of a more holistic intervention to found reconciliation and trust between communities and local authorities.

III. Position Profile

ACTED is currently launching a large 4 year socio economic development project, funded by Europeaid. ACTED is the leader of a consortium of 4 NGOs.

In this framework, the finance intern would be in charge of assisting the Country Finance Manager for the following issues:
- Create specific consortium accounting consolidation procedures
- Create specific consortium budget follow up tools
- Liaise with Consortium members for implementing the financial setup put in place
- Manage daily financial relationship with Consortium members
- Report financial situation to the donor

The finance intern works under the supervision of the Finance Officer and/or Country Finance Manager.

IV. Qualifications:

- Msc in Administration, Business Management or equivalent.
- Finance and accounting skills required
- Willingness to undertake serious responsibility and manage stress efficiently
- Excellent communication skills, including advanced written and oral English (or French for francophone countries)

V. Conditions:

Field Intern benefits include: a 300 USD per month living allowance, coverage of all accommodation, food, and travel costs, a luggage allowance of 50 kg., and the provision of medical, repatriation, and life insurance.

How to apply

VI. Submission of applications:

Please send, in English, your cover letter, CV, and three references to stages@acted.org
Ref : FI/SL/SRW

ACTED
Att: Human Resources Department
33, rue Godot de Mauroy
75009 Paris
FRANCE

Fax. + 33 (0) 1 42 65 33 46

For more information, visit us at http://www.acted.org

Reference Code: RW_7VKHR7-78

RCA - Chef de Projet à volet sécurité alimentaire

Closing date: 30 Sep 2009
Location: Central African Republic (the) - Sous Préfecture de Sibut

Depuis 1974 Coopi travaille en RCA pour un développement harmonieux et complet, en faveur tant des individus que des communautés locales. Grâce a\’ la présence consolidée et constante, ainsi que aux relations avec les institutions, les organisations non gouvernementales et les communautés locales, COOPI est reconnue comme un des point de référence pour la coopération internationale en RCA.

Actuellement COOPI recherche un Chef de projet agronome pour un Projet de Sécurité Alimentaire financé par l\’ Union Europénne.

Attributions principales :

1) Management du Projet « Relance du secteur agricole dans la Sous Préfecture de Sibut »
- Coordonner et manager les activités sur le terrain en assurant un suivi régulier
- Identifier, encadrer et former le staff du Projet aux bonnes pratiques
- Gérer les finances et la logistique du Projet (en collaboration avec l\’Administration Pays et supporté par le comptable et le logisticien du Projet) tout en respectant les procédures Pays de COOPI et du bailleur
- Rapporter régulièrement à COOPI et au bailleur de fonds dans les délais requis
- Suivre les questions logistiques et de sécurités spécifiquement liées à la mise en œuvre du Projet, en coordination avec le siège COOPI à Bangui. En étroite collaboration avec l\’expert agronome expatrié du projet :
- Définition des plans de travail, formation interne et supervision du personnel
- Mettre en place le système de S&E des indicateurs de réalisation du projet
- Contribuer à l\’évolution professionnelle du personnel local et à la définition des besoins et possibilités de formation et aider à la mise au point d\’outils de travail

2) Relations externes, networking :
- Entretenir des relations avec les partenaires de COOPI sur le terrain (selon les indications du Représentant)
- En collaboration avec le Représentant et l\’Administrateur Pays, assurer la coordination des activités entre le projet, les partenaires, le bailleur et les Institutions nationales et locales impliquées
- Participer, quand requis, aux réflexions des Clusters thématiques Sécurité Alimentaire

3) Elaboration de nouvelles propositions de projet dans le cadre de la sécurité alimentaire et du développement intégré :
- Identifier les lignes de financement (en concertation avec l\’Assistante à la Coordination)
- Coordonner les études de faisabilité
- Ecrire des propositions de projets et suivre l\’avancement des dossiers

4) Stratégie
- Rechercher sur pratiques et tactiques autrui et élaborer des « policy papers » de domaine
- Participer à la définition de la politique de l\’ONG sur place

Profil du candidat

Expériences : Expérience d'au moins 3 années dans les programmes agricoles et dans le cadre de la sécurité alimentaire; expérience de travail souhaitée dans le domaine de la coopération dans les pays en voie de développement. Maîtrise en agronomie Expérience de travail en Afrique ; connaissance des enjeux agropastorales et du contexte culturel des Pays d'Afrique Francophone et Centrale appréciée.

Langues : Bonne maîtrise de la langue française écrite et parlée indispensable

Qualité : Bonnes qualités relationnelles, aptitudes à la négociation et à la communication interculturelle; autonomie et capacité à gérer une forte charge de travail et à diriger un group de travail ; bonne connaissance du cycle de projet ; notions en gestion/administratives de base et maîtrise des feuilles de calcule électroniques. La connaissance des programmes UE est un atout.

How to apply

envoyer CV et lettre de motivation à: selezione@coopi.org indiquer l’objet : ' RCA - Chef de Projet à volet sécurité alimentaire'

Reference Code: RW_7VKJCA-15

Sudan, Financial Controller

Closing date: 25 Sep 2009
Location: Sudan (the) - Khartoum

General Description of the Programme:

GOAL has been in North Sudan since 1985. Its current activities are in the capital Khartoum, Kassala State in Eastern Sudan, El Fasher in North Darfur and Abyei Province, Western Kordofan. GOAL implements a multi-sectoral programme, including health, water and sanitation, informal literacy and emergency relief components.

General Description of the Role:

The Financial Controller will be in over all charge of the programmes’ finance department and will be responsible for ensuring all activities are coordinated, carried out correctly and completed on schedule.

The Financial Controller as a key member of GOAL Sudan’s senior management team will be expected to contribute to the overall development and running of the Country programme.

Key Duties:
- Prepare monthly management accounts for approval by the Country Director and submission to Dublin. These include: Monthly Accounts, Donor Status Reports, Fixed Asset Register.
- Preparation of project financial budgets for submission to donors.
- Preparation of timely financial reports and information to donors
- Preparation of the annual financial budget and quarterly Rolling Budget with Country Director for submission to Dublin
- Monitor and ensure all spending is in line with agreed budgets. Highlight as appropriate under and over spends and agree actions required.
- Ensure GOAL Sudan is compliant with all Donors who fund the programmes and maintain all donor files and month end finance files in line with GOAL standards as recommended by Head office.
- Responsible for cash management, cash flow, funds transfer from Dublin and liaison with banks.
- In coordination with Logistics Dept monitor purchasing and stock control ensuring correct procedures are in place.
- Ensure all internal controls are in place in accordance with GOAL guidelines.
- In coordination with Logistics Dept maintain and improve IT systems.
- Ensure adherence to GOAL ‘Accounting and Finance Manual’ and donor requirements and the safe keeping of financial records.
- Prepare year-end financial statements, arrange and ensure timely completion of year-end audit.
- Ensure GOAL Sudan maintains appropriate payroll records including timesheets and ensure that all relevant statutory deductions are made from employees salaries and paid over to the appropriate authorities.
- Ensure that all costs GOAL Dublin incurs in relation to GOAL Sudan activities are recharged in accordance with Field accountants’ manual.
- To ensure completion of action points recommended from Head Office Internal Auditor and develop an awareness of internal audit at field level.
- Visit field offices to ensure field staffs are complying with all GOAL procedures.
- Develop the capacity of local financial staff in financial management.
- To work at all times in a manner that promotes teamwork with in GOAL and assists in the achievement of GOAL’s programme aims.
- Other duties as requested by the Country Director.

Requirements:

- A Qualified Accountant (Chartered, Certified or Management)
- Three years post qualified experience.
- Experience in GOAL or a similar NGO as a Financial controller is preferable.
- Excellent written and spoken English, with excellent communication and training skills.
- Management experience with a demonstration of analytical and conceptual skills to plan projects, timetable agreed activities and manage a finance team.
- Good team player, flexible and capable of working with a multinational country team.
- Ability to implement effective projects sometimes with limited resources.
- Ability and willingness to travel to locations outside Khartoum and live in sometimes-basic conditions.
- Good computer skills, particularly with experience in Microsoft Excel and Word and experience in Sage or a similar accounting package would be desirable

Reporting to: Country Director in Khartoum & CFO in Dublin
Contract Length: 12 months including 6 months probationary period
Start Date Required: December 2009

This Job Description only serves as a guide for the position available. GOAL reserves the right to change this document. This is an unaccompanied position.

How to apply

Send CV and cover letter to applications@goal.ie

Reference Code: RW_7VKKD4-32

Infrastructure Program Manager - Kenya

Closing date: 15 Oct 2009
Location: Kenya

Department: Coordination
Position: Infrastructure PM
Contract duration: 6 months
Location: East Pokot, Kenya
Starting Date: Immediate

I. Background on ACTED

ACTED is an independent international, private, non-partisan and non-profit organization that operates according to principles of strict neutrality, political and religious impartiality, and non discrimination.

ACTED was created in 1993 to support populations affected by the conflict in Afghanistan. Based in Paris, France, ACTED now operates in 22 countries worldwide, with over 120 international and 2500 national staff. ACTED has a 40 million € budget for over 150 projects spanning 8 sectors of intervention; including emergency relief, food security, health promotion, economic development, education & training, microfinance, local governance & institutional support, and cultural promotion.

For more information, please visit our website at www.acted.org

II. Country Profile

ACTED launched its Kenya mission in 2008 with an emergency assistance program for residents in Nairobi slums affected by the post election violence. In the neighborhoods of Kibera, Mathare, and Kawangare, ACTED’s intervention sought to re-stimulate cash flow through the direct purchase of food for voucher for work programs, improve overall food security, and mitigate ethnic tensions while implementing work projects to improve living conditions. Today ACTED Kenya seeks to build upon the success of its intervention by responding to drought –affected areas in the northern Tanya district, with food security programmes.
ACTED Kenya remain linked with ACTED Uganda, with cross-border programmes.

In September 2007, ACTED launched an exploratory mission to evaluate the security situation, coordinate with other humanitarian actors on the ground, and evaluate possible areas for an intervention in Somalia. ACTED is currently developing its area coordination in the region.

III. Position Profile

Under the authority of the Country Director, the Program Manager is responsible for the implementation and management of a specific project in coordination with the ACTED country strategy.

Responsibilities:
- Management of a local and expatriate staff team;
- Close supervision and monitoring of the finance, administration and logistics teams;
- Supervise program budgets and evaluate financial program effectiveness;
- Management and supervision of ACTED's programmes and their timely implementation according to financial and programmatic frame;
- Facilitate program development, through conceptualization, design, proposal and program initiation;
- Build and/or improve systems to supervise and manage the design, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of programmes;
- Monitor security situation in the region and oversee implementation of ACTED security procedures;
- Internal reporting to Country Coordination on project follow-up and best practices;
- Ensure external representation of ACTED in relevant sectors, including provincial authorities, donors, and other international organisations in the area
- Provide Relevant Technical Expertise to ensure that technical quality and standards are maintained during project implementation
- Oversee Project Staff, including regular coordination meetings and appraisals for staff, developing a productive work environment, and assisting in the recruitment process

IV. Qualifications:

- At least 2 years of field experience in program management and coordination;
- Familiarity with the aid system, and ability to understand donor and governmental requirements;
- Excellent communication and drafting skills;
- Able to coordinate and manage staff and project activities;
- Proven ability to work creatively and independently both in the field and in the office;
- Being a strong team player and adept at creating a strong team spirit;
- Ability to organize and plan effectively;
- Ability to work with culturally diverse groups of people;
- Ability to travel and work in difficult conditions and under pressure;
- Knowledge of local language and/or regional experience an asset

V. Conditions:

- Salary defined by the ACTED salary grid; educational level, expertise, hardship, security, and performance are considered for pay bonus
- Additional monthly living allowance
- Free food and lodging provided at the organisation’s guesthouse/or housing allowance (depending on contract length and country of assignment)
- Transportation costs covered, including additional return ticket + luggage allowance
- Provision of medical, life, and repatriation insurance + retirement package

How to apply

VI. Submission of applications:

Please send, in English, your cover letter, CV, and three references to jobs@acted.org
Ref : PM/KE/RW

ACTED
Att: Human Resources Department
33, rue Godot de Mauroy
75009 Paris
FRANCE

Fax. + 33 (0) 1 42 65 33 46

For more information, visit us at http://www.acted.org

Reference Code: RW_7VKHW8-35

Dubai, Statistician

UN

Closing date: 21 Sep 2009
Location: United Arab Emirates (the) - Dubai

Background

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the Mohammed bin Rashid al Maktoum Foundation (MBRF) are jointly sponsoring an Arab Knowledge Report (AKR), which will independently analyze and monitor trends and issues affecting knowledge in the Arab world. The Second of these Reports will be published in Arabic and English towards the end of 2010 and more reports will follow.

Duties and Responsibilities

Under the direct supervision of the Director of the Arab Knowledge Report and reporting to him, the incumbent shall be responsible of:

Supporting the production of the Arab Knowledge Report (AKR). This includes:

• Contributing to the body of knowledge of the AKR project by conducting specific research tasks as directed by the project Director, especially those related to all statistics, data, and information (quantitative and qualitative) in the AKR including scanning sources for new development fields, as well as conducting in-depth research on specific substantive areas;
• Contribute to the preparation of background materials including those related to the Table of Contents, Index, Bibliography, List of Background Papers, and other content as determined by the project Director and UNDP;
• Gather and tabulate all data and information related to the preparation of AKR 2010 and “knowledge” in the Arab region and in the world at large. This includes web searches from UN and other data bases, revision of available resources and publications, and all other forms of accessible/available data bases and information systems;
• Conduct statistical analysis of collected data to address questions and issues of the AKR pending on the theme and as requested by the AKR Director;
• Revise and verify the accuracy of all data, and any related statistical analysis, that goes into the AKR. This includes all data gathered/presented/prepared by the core team and authors of background papers and any other statistics requested by the AKR Director;
• Be responsible of the accurate and timely preparation of the statistical annex for the AKR as determined by the project Director and UNDP;
• Check all references of the AKR, particularly those related to all statistics data and information, for accuracy and conformity with style determined by the project Director and UNDP. This includes checking all references, including web links, contained in document to ensure they are correct and updated at all times and “live”;
• Conduct “fact-checking” of final text in all stages of producing the AKR, including making sure that data used in text corresponds to data appearing in statistical tables, and ensuring that all proper nouns (people, places, institutions) and terminology, particularly statistical, are correctly identified and spelled;
• Support editing and final printing of the report;
• Support meetings and workshops including those of the AKR Board and core team authors;
• Help developing future plans of action;
• Monitor on regular basis progress of the Team of Background Papers, particularly in relation to accuracy and proper documentation of used data and information, against timeline agreed in Research Work Plan and regularly eport on progress to the project Director;
• Maintain an electronic filing system of all documents, data, information and correspondence related to the Report, including a repository of all sources referenced in the Report particularly those related to the statistics; and
• Perform other project management functions as requested by the project Director.

Building and managing the “Arab Knowledge Databank”. This includes:

• Building an easily accessible “ knowledge data bank/database” system. This includes suggesting the structure of the data base, kind of information to be collected, and indicating the potentials of analysis and outcomes;
• Managing information and keeping a computer filing system of all statistical data collection related to the issue of knowledge in the Arab region;
• Supervising and managing all steps of field surveys for the AKR starting from the phase of conceptualization, to commissioning to design to conduction of the survey, data collection, cleaning, tabulation and presentation;
• Help in tabulation of data, analysis and presentation of all data collected through surveys;
• Produce statistical reports on periodic basis;
• Help developing future plans of action related to establishment and maintenance of the databank; and
• Perform other project management functions as requested by the project Director;

Required Selection Criteria

Competencies

Corporate Competencies

• Demonstrates integrity by modeling the UN’s values and ethical standards;
• Promotes the vision, mission, and strategic goals of UNDP; and
• Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age, sensitivity and adaptability.

Functional Competencies

• Demonstrates ability at managing information systems.
• Seeks and applies knowledge, information, and best practices to ensure quality of work.
• Demonstrates adequate competency in the process of creating and organizing a data bank.
• Demonstrates ability to research, analyze, interpret and disseminate a wide variety of data and information.
• Demonstrates organizational skills and ability to establish priorities, to plan, co-ordinate and to monitor progress.
• Shows high ability to supervise field surveys.
• Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills and an ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with counterparts and staff in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment. and
• Demonstrates Ability to write in a clear and concise manner and to communicate effectively orally.

Education/Experience/Language

Academic Requirements:

• Bachelor degree in Statistics or related field.
• An M.A. degree is an asset
• Experience:
• Three to five years professional experience in the field from which two are in field survey.
• Experience in report production an advantage.
• Languages:
• Fluency in Arabic and English; competency in French an asset.
• Computer skills:
• Proficiency in current office software applications. High-level proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Knowledge of SPSS and other data analysis software

Additional Considerations

• Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
• Only those candidates that are short-listed for interviews will be notified.
• Qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
• UNOPS reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a level below the advertised level of the post.

For more information on UNOPS, including its core values and competencies, please visit the UNOPS website at www.unops.org

How to apply

Submission of Applications

Qualified candidates may submit their application, including a letter of interest, complete Curriculum Vitae and an updated United Nations Personal History Form (P.11) English Version, via e-mail to rpas@unops.org
Kindly indicate the vacancy number and the post title in the subject line when applying by email.

Reference Code: RW_7VKELK-67

Oxfam International Media Lead Somalia

Closing date: 20 Sep 2009
Location: Kenya - Nairobi

Oxfam Novib is looking for a Oxfam International Media Lead Somalia who, together with us and many others, wants to work towards creating a just world without poverty.

Around the world people are fighting for their right to a decent livelihood. Oxfam Novib supports them in this. We support long term developmental work, humanitarian work and we do campaigning. Characteristic for Oxfam Novib is that we work with local organisations, build their capacity and provide strategic funding. Oxfam Novib is member of Oxfam International.

Oxfam International Media Lead Somalia, based in Nairobi

Oxfam Novib’s headquarters is based in The Hague, The Netherlands. In order to lead, co-ordinate and implement our humanitarian work and to carry out our Oxfam International’s lead role in a selected number of countries, we have 6 field offices. This post will be based in the Nairobi regional office.

Purpose of the job

To lead and co-ordinate the media & communications function for Oxfam Novib (ON) and Oxfam International (OI) activities related to all our interventions in Somalia.

Main tasks and responsibilities

- To develop, on the basis of knowledge of relevant local and international development and conflict environments, the OI media policy and specific media and communication products and to assist in identifying new media angles’;
- To contribute to achieving quality, efficiency and impact of OI media and communication efforts in the region and internationally by liaising regularly with other OI affiliates, taking into consideration potential OI brand risks;
- To act as a key member of the OI Somalia Country Team group and feed into decisions on policy / strategy / media;
- To review and verify facts in policy and media documents produced by ON and other OI affiliates as needed;
- To pro-actively identify, meet, establish and cultivate relationships with key media and other relevant external contacts, and to compile and maintain contacts and general data bases in close coordination with others;
- In consultation with the line manager in Nairobi and the Regional Manager at HQ, act as a public spokesperson by liaising with media and other external parties and give interviews;
- To lead on strengthening, via capacity building and information sharing, the ability of OI counterparts to provide materials to advance the aims of the Somalia media strategy;
- To produce documents, such as press release and bi-weekly situation reports to inform relevant OI structures of all relevant aspects of OI’s work in the country/region as well as briefs on the current context within which the programme is working.

Job requirements

- University degree in relevant area or proven experience in a high profile media / communications related job;
- Three to five years experience in media / communications related work – preferably in a related field;
- Experience of developing and leading on the implementation of media strategies;
- Ability to prioritise and analyse complex information and present it to people in an accessible way;
- Experience of developing training in media and communication work is desirable;
- Knowledge and experience of working in relation to conflict environments;
- Knowledge of Somalia while not a must, is highly desirable;
- Knowledge of and/or interest in humanitarian programmes, as well as a commitment to Oxfam Novib’s mission and vision;
- Willingness to travel regularly, in particular to Somalia/land (if security allows) and to HQ The Hague and/or other key affiliates;
- English proficiency is required for this position.

Terms and Conditions

- The employee will be contracted by Oxfam Novib according to Dutch labour legislation and additional allowances and insurances will be arranged;
- Fulltime contract for one year (with possibility of extension);
- Starting date November 2009;
- Salary according to Oxfam Novib salary scale 9, a maximum of € 3,807.- gross per month on the basis of a 36 hours working week.

How to apply

Procedure

Are you interested? Send your application in writing including a motivation and a curriculum vitae and mentioning reference number 5-5000 to jobs@oxfamnovib.nl to the attention of Patricia Vermeulen, HR Consultant, before September 21, 2009. Further information about the job can be obtained from Robbert van den Berg, Regional Manager of the Horn of Africa Bureau, +31 (70) 3421 836. Information on the procedure is available with Patricia Vermeulen +31 (70) 3421 633.

Reference Code: RW_7VKJMH-4

Kenya, Country Director

Closing date: 25 Sep 2009
Location: Kenya - Nairobi

Reporting to: Operations Manager, GOAL Dublin
Contract Length: 12 months

OVERALL DESCRIPTION

General Description of the Programme

GOAL began to support humanitarian and development initiatives in Kenya in 1992.
1) GOAL’s current programme of support for vulnerable children and youth comprises four broad interrelated components; a Rescue Centre for sexually children, a Community Children’s Education Project (Non-formal education), health and HIV/AIDS projects. Its overall objective is to empower vulnerable children and youth in difficult circumstances to enjoy their rights and fulfil their potential for sustainable well-being.
2) GOAL also works with local partners in the area of urban water and sanitation in Nairobi in the construction of bio-latrine community centres.
3) The current programme is also implementing emergency initiatives such as transitional shelter in South Rift (Nakuru), Livelihoods in North Rift (Eldoret) and a food security response in Eastern Province (Diocese of Kitui).

General Description of the Role:

The CD will be responsible for the overall management and development of the GOAL Kenya programme working in close co-ordination with the ACD. The CD will be based in Nairobi.

In conjunction with the ACD, responsibilities will include:

- Representation of GOAL in Kenya e.g. NGO, UN agency, co-ordination and other meetings.
- Final responsibility for the management of the GOAL team (expatriate and national staff).
- Donor liaison. Secure funding to enable GOAL to expand in Kenya. It is envisaged that this work will be through partner organisations.

Key Duties:

Security

- Ensuring that all existing security guidelines and practices are implemented and adhered to and that these are modified as necessary

Programming

- The monitoring and evaluation of existing programmes and the development of new programmes.
- With the ACD, source finance for programme expansion. It is envisaged that this would be through partner organisations.
- In conjunction with the Partnerships Officer, oversee the transition of the main elements of the Children and Youth Programme to appropriate government and/or civil society partners.
- Oversee final reports/proposals that are being submitted to Dublin

Donors

- The CD is the principal point of contact with in-country donors. This involves being familiar with all donor representatives and the possession of the necessary diplomatic skills to represent GOAL effectively in the securing of future funding for Kenya and other GOAL operations as necessary and appropriate. The ACD will play a large part in donor liaison and where necessary will attend meetings with donors.

Personnel

- The CD is responsible for all staff (expatriate and national personnel) and is empowered to use all available resources to promote staff development in line with GOAL policy. This includes:
- Accountability for the overall health, welfare and security of personnel
- Recruitment of all national and expatriate staff, contract extension/termination/promotion in conjunction with GOAL Dublin
- Ensuring that there are procedures in place to support and encourage appropriate personnel and professional development of staff
- Ensuring that there is an ongoing review/evaluation of staff performance
- Ensuring adherence by all staff to GOAL rules, regulations and policies

Finance

- Work closely with the Financial Controller and ACD to ensure compliance with GOAL, donor and ethical standards;
- Ensure continuity in the financial function in the absence of the Financial Controller.

Other areas of importance:

- Political – an ongoing understanding of the political, security and humanitarian situation in-country
- Media/P.R./Visibility – media coverage for GOAL. The CD must seek out and present GOAL to any international media personnel in-country, and ensure coverage of GOAL activities if appropriate to the story being sought by the media.
- Emergencies – ensure that GOAL is prepared to react promptly and efficiently to emergencies in Kenya and/or neighbouring countries.

Requirements: (educational, language, etc.)

- 5+ years of previous overseas management experience and experience in transitioning towards and managing partnership-based implementation of development programmes.
- Experience in child protection and advocacy
- A willingness to travel regularly to project locations and to accept the insecurity and basic living conditions that are characteristic of these locations
- Experience in proposal and report writing with a proven ability to secure donor funding
- Experience in liaising with government officials and a variety of donors
- Staff management and personnel skills
- Budgetary control and financial management skills
- To be familiar with and abide by the NGO Red Cross Code of Conduct, the People in Aid code and Sphere Minimum Standards
- Fluent English

This Job Description only serves as a guide for the position available. GOAL reserves the right to change this document.

How to apply

Send CV and cover letter to applications@goal.ie

Reference Code: RW_7VKKFA-83

Congo, Agriculture Program Coordinator (MYAP)

Food for the Hungry walks with churches, leaders and families in overcoming all forms of human poverty by living in healthy relationship with God and His creation.

VISION AND MISSION STATEMENT
Motivated by Christ's love, this position plays a key role in promoting the wholistic ministry of FH through the framework of the organization’s vision, “God called and we responded until physical and spiritual hungers ended worldwide.” In order to accomplish this vision, FH’s mission is to “walk with churches, leaders and families in overcoming all forms of human poverty by living in healthy relationship with God and His creation.”

POSITION SUMMARY
The Agriculture Program Coordinator takes a leadership role in MYAP (Multi-Year Assistance Program) agriculture program planning, needs/capacities assessments, staff and partner training, program implementation and evaluation. This is an unaccompanied position.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Key Result #1 – Lead the technical program teams and coordinate the various aspects of the MYAP agriculture portfolio (60%)

1. Lead and coordinate the Agriculture technical team
2. Adapt proven models and innovative approaches (including but not limited to, Farmer Field and Life Groups) in creative ways that capitalize and build on years of FH/DRC programming experience, and that are appropriate to the EDRC context
3. Organize and orient the agriculture technical team to work in a synergistic and integrated fashion toward accomplishing overall program goals and objectives
4. Design and coordinate periodic needs/capacities assessments
5. Lead MYAP agriculture program planning and provide strategic direction to agriculture program managers in the implementation of the complex array of varying activities
6. Provide leadership in identifying opportunities to work in creative ways to overcome the various obstacles and challenges inherent in EDRC program implementation.
7. Work towards complimentary programming with other existing or new FH DRC programs
8. Ensure proper internal and external reporting and documentation requirements are met in a timely manner

Key Result #2 – MYAP program staff development and partner training (30%)
1. Assess and evaluate staff capacities and design and coordinate initial and ongoing staff training and development programs
2. Provide leadership in the recruitment, orientation, and training of new technical program staff
3. Provide direction and leadership in the design and organization of local and governmental partner trainings
4. Model leadership to all staff and intentionally develop the leadership potential of key staff in area of responsibility
5. Keep abreast of environmental, economic, social, political and religious conditions and report on such conditions as needed

Key Result #3 – Collaborate with FH/DRC leadership team for coordination of communications with external partners (10%)
1. Collaborate with the overall MYAP coordinator as a source of information for his communications with USAID/FFP representatives in DRC and other information needs
2. Ensure that FH MYAP programming is well represented in regular provincial coordination forums (Katanga Food Security meetings, events, seminars, etc.) and at the national coordination level in Kinshasa
3. Along with the technical team lead, develop and maintain strong working relationships with key donor (USAID), governmental (IPAPEL, SENASEM, INERA, etc.), technical (VSF, CIAT, etc.) and other partners (FAO, WFP, OCHA, etc.), while ensuring mutual respect of different protocols, partner agreements and MOAs governing these relationships

QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty/function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- In full agreement with FH’s Christian foundation and beliefs as expressed in our Vision, Mission and Values
- Leadership and project management skills with ability to plan, lead and follow through on complex projects and relationships
- Flexible, dependable, organized, resilient, self-motivated, servant leader, effective within various levels of society, good team player, and compassionate with humanitarian attitude
- Ability to negotiate with national and international governments and non-governmental organizations, community groups and organizations in a culturally acceptable as well as professional manner
- Ability to manage and supervise people and projects with humility and confidence and with a relational style that promotes teamwork and unity
- Willingness to live and work in N Katanga
- Knowledge and endorsement of organizational policies
- General knowledge of other cultures
- Ability to keep and work with highly confidential information
- Knowledge of general budgeting procedures
- Interpersonal communication skills
- Computer operating skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office products
- Proficiency in written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
- Ability to calculate figures and amounts in strategic business circumstances
- Ability to sit at a computer for 8 hours a day doing repetitive motions on a keyboard
- Able to lift up to 25 pounds on a regular basis
- Ability to travel (to project sites and internationally) up to 30% a year
- Able to multi-task and resolve conflicts

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
Masters or Doctoral degree in a relevant technical field related to international relief and development. At least 5 years overseas management experience in senior positions managing complex and multi-sector programs and strong expertise and experience in managing complex, virtual, intercultural teams.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
The MYAP Agriculture Coordinator supervises the MYAP Agriculture Team technical team in Katanga Province, DRC.

LANGUAGE SKILLS
Proficiency in spoken and written English and French. Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, financial reports and legal documents. Ability to effectively present information to top management, donor representatives, at coordination or conference gatherings, or at partner training programs

ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Studies, understands and applies FH Foundational Principles
- Develops and maintains good working relationships between fields, national organizations, global leadership team, and beneficiaries
- Effectively and efficiently manages all resources entrusted to him/her for work purposes
- Provides coaching and feedback on strengths and areas of improvement for staff to enable their development
- Prepares timely and accurate project reports
- Maintains an attitude and behavior in accordance with FH values and principles
- Complies to all finance, personnel, procurement and administrative policies of FH

How to apply

Go to:https://portal.fh.org/InternatiotaffOpenPositions

Reference Code: RW_7VHV8S-91

Rwanda, Senior Monitoring and Evaluation Consultant

CHF International is an international development and humanitarian aid organization. Our mission is to be a catalyst for long-lasting positive change in low-and moderate-income communities around the world, helping them to improve their social, economic and environmental conditions.


CHF International is currently seeking a Senior Monitoring and Evaluation Consultant to conduct a final evaluation for a Community HIV/AIDS Mobilization Program (CHAMP) in Rwanda. The main evaluation objectives of this project are: (a) to analyze the relevance, effectiveness, level of coordination and outcomes/impact of CHAMP; (b) Demonstrate the extent to which CHAMP has been able to achieve it objectives; (c) Document CHAMP’s successes, challenges and lessons learned with specific recommendations for future programming; (d) Provide direction on areas the need addressing prior to final program close out; and (e) Provide a list of key recommendations.

Qualifications:

- MPH or equivalent with 8 years particular experience in the evaluation of HIV / AIDS and/or community health initiatives desired.
- Experience and demonstrated knowledge of the evaluation of PEPFAR-funded programs.
- Experience in conducting operational research studies, and both quantitative and qualitative evaluation methodologies.
- Experience in conducting evaluations in Africa and working familiarity of Rwanda a plus.
- Ability to lead a team of evaluators to meet the terms of reference for the evaluation.
- Excellent verbal and written communication in both English and French.
- Experience working with PVOs or other international organizations.
- Experience working with USAID reporting and assessment tools
- Strong critical analysis and report-writing skills required.
- Demonstrated excellence in oral and written communication skills, including a proven ability to prepare reports and proposals in a clear, concise manner with visual graphics.
- Strong organizational and reporting skills, attention to detail, and ability to meet deadlines Proficiency in use of Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, Powerpoint) and SPSS statistical software.

CHF expects that the consultation will last about twelve (12) weeks from appointment to development of the final report. However, the consultant is to advise on the proposed schedule based on the work plan developed. CHF is proposing the field-based activities take place in October.
How to apply
Please go to our website at http://www.chfinternational.org/jobs and click “Positions in the Field” to apply to this position. The deadline for applications is September 21, 2009.

Closing date: 21 Sep 2009
Location: Rwanda

EOE/M/F/V/H

Reference Code: RW_7VHUH2-26