Director - The African Centre for Childhood

THE AFRICAN CENTRE FOR CHILDHOOD
The African Centre for Childhood is committed to employment equity.

DIRECTOR
BASED IN PIETERMARITZBURG

1. Preamble
The African Centre for Childhood (ACC) is a partnership between the Regional Psycho Social Support Initiative and the University of KwaZulu-Natal with technical support from UNICEF. It was established to build partnerships for the development and delivery of situated supported distance learning to support people working with and caring for children at risk, their families and communities.

The ACC has just finalised the completion of a pilot of an Open Distance Learning Certificate Programme, entitled ‘Community Based Work with Children and Youth. Its success has been far-reaching, with 500 students across 8 countries having completed the course in March 2010. This programme will continue, and the ACC will further develop this mode of delivery, expand into new areas of engagement and participate in the development of a degree programme.

Reporting to the Chairman of the Board of Trustees, the Director of the ACC will ideally have extensive experience working with children at risk. The main purpose of this post is to provide leadership to the ACC:

• strategically positioning it;
• securing the funds for its operation; and
• building networks and relationships with stakeholders in order to advance the vision and mission of the ACC.

As a partnership-based organisation, a key element of all work at the ACC is collaborative and team-oriented. A priority of the Director will therefore be to facilitate, build and manage relationships in the five key responsibility areas mentioned below in collaboration with the Board of Trustees and any associated bodies.

The appointment is for an indefinite period, subject to performance and available funds.

2. Minimum Requirements

 A PhD degree with five years’ appropriate experience related to the care and support of vulnerable children, youth and their communities;
 The willingness to travel extensively in Africa;
 Evidence of success in major fundraising;
 Experience in distance education;
 Competence in English and an African indigenous language; and
 Knowledge, understanding, and appreciation of African cultures.

3. Key responsibilities will include
• Strategic direction and leadership and the introduction, implementation and regular review of programmes being offered through the ACC partnerships;
• Ensuring the development and implementation of a quality assurance frameworks for programmes being offered through the ACC partnerships;
• Establishing and supporting relationships which further the ACC’s capacity-building, research, intervention and other relationships and interests;
• Building the public profile of the ACC and securing funding for its activities, with the support and guidance of the Board of Trustees; and
• Financial oversight of ACC activities and management of any other ACC personnel.

4. Additional Requirements

• Commitment to work as part of a team
• Flexibility and adaptability
• Meticulous administration
• Commitment to education in Africa
• A wide range of contacts in the grant-making world.

5. Salary

The commencing salary will be disclosed to shortlisted candidates.

6. Supporting documents

Your application must be accompanied by a one-page letter of motivation, indicating why you believe you are eligible for the position, and the contact details of three recent referees. Only applicants who will be invited for interviews will be contacted. Certificates will be called for should this be necessary. All correspondence should be mailed to The Chairperson, African Centre for Childhood, Suite 175, Postnet X6, Cascades 3202, or e-mailed with the subject-line “Application for Director’s Post” to info@acchildhood.org.

The closing date for applications is 22 November 2010.

Decentralised Planning Advisor

The GTZ - German Technical Cooperation - is supporting Sierra Leone in its development process. The EPP (Employment Promotion Programme) focuses on private sector development and employment promotion in order to develop sustainable employment possibilities, especially for youth and the poor. The main intervention areas identified by GTZ are in five selected districts, Western Rural Area, Kono, Kailahun, Koinadugu and Pujehun, in the following areas:

• Promotion of agricultural value chains and out-grower schemes
• Promotion of Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs)
• Skills development
• Resettlement and re-integration of displaced youth
• Local economic development and mainstreaming of cross-cutting issues such as HIV/AIDS, gender, and peace and reconciliation in its programmes.

To support its team, the EPP intends to fill the undernoted positions.


DECENTRALISED PLANNING ADVISOR
Main tasks
• Cooperates with and ensures regular contacts and dialogues with local communities, relevant organizations, non-governmental bodies and persons within the EPP environment
• Communicates and channels local interests and aspirations and exchanges ideas and information for the benefit of the programme
• Participates in identifying needs for external support and advice at district and community levels; coordinates and prioritises relevant project activities at the local level in cooperation with partners
• Supports general project planning, including preparation, organization and moderation of planning exercises, implementation, management, communication, documentation, quality management, as well as monitoring and evaluation
• Maintains repeated field visits to the regions in accordance with the requirements of the programme. The job includes regular travel to the above-mentioned districts, including to more remote rural parts
• Develops strategies and technical concepts, including guidelines, manuals and procedures, which are ready to be applied by third parties, especially in the districts
• Aligns programme activities with and contributes to policy and strategy development and discussions within MoESS and MIALGRD
• Contributes to fund-raising activities with other programmes of development partners to collaborate on and/or (co-)finance project activities

Requirements
• Bachelors degree in a relevant area
• At least 3 years of professional experience in a similar position
• Experience in the fields of organizational and institutional development, youth empowerment, good governance and decentralisation
• Experience in facilitating multi-stakeholder dialogue processes
• Experience in working at district and community levels
• High standards of confidentiality and loyalty and commitment to anti-corruption practice
• Excellent communication and writing skills
• Fluent in English



Suitable candidates are invited to apply before Friday 19th of November 2010 at 4.00 pm.
Interviews will be conducted in Freetown from 23rd of November onwards.
Due to the number of applications expected to be received, only candidates selected for the interview will be contacted.

Applications should be sent to Konah Allie (konah.allie @gtz.de) and/or to the following address:
GTZ Office
EPP – Employment Promotion Programme
33-37 Frazer Street
Freetown

Regional Finance and Administration Delegate

Purpose of position:

The Regional Finance Delegate is a financial manager who is responsible, under the overall control of the Regional RepresentativeYaoundé, for the funds, budget, administration contractual matters and insurance of the Regional Office, as well as for training and advising the National Societies in financial matters.

The position is based in Yaounde, Cameroon and the delegate will spend minimum 50 % of time in Regional
Office and assist the NS in the remaining period.

Description of Duties:

The Regional Finance and Administration Delegeate will manage, supervise, monitors and evaluate the finance team in Yaounde.
Ensure that the Financial Management, systems, controls, rules, mechanism and procedures are respected in the regional office.

Supervise and advice the regional team in budgeting of the appeals and all the emergency operation.

Supervise budget execution and ensure that the regional office provide a good quality reporting on time.

Support the directors of Finance to develop, strengthen and improve the Financial Management structures, capacities, procedures and systems of the National Societies in the region. The specific duties are:

1. Manage the funds and financial assets of the Representation, under the overall direction of the Head of the Regional Representation. This will include cash flow and cost control management as well as the management of the payments, cashier, bank signatory and payroll functions. Advise the Head of the Regional Representation and other staff on financial and administrative matters.

2. Coordinate the compilation of the representations's budget and financial plan, under the direction of the Head of the Regional Representation, using budgets prepared by project managers.

3. Train, support and advice delegates in financial and administrative matters.

4. Train, support and advice the National Societies in the development of its financial and administrative systems.

5. Coordinate the purchase and the customs clearance of goods .

6. Draft, negotiate and control the issuing of contracts on behalf of the delegation, with the advice of local lawyers.

7. Line manage, recruit, advise, support and train the locally-hired financial, administrative and support staff of the Representation, and arrange for their remuneration.

8. Administrate the accommodation, vehicle allocation and fleet management, per diems, visas and travel arrangements for delegates and visitors.

9. Maintain accurate registers of the assets and property of the delegation, and ensure that accurate office systems are in place and maintained.

10. Arrange insurance for the staff and property of the delegation as well as for programme goods and activities.

11. Manage and advise upon the computer and related office equipment in the delegation.

12. Compile accurate, regular and timely financial and narrative reports for the Federation and for donors. Ensure Field Returns are complete and supported by appropriate papers.

13. Monitor the budget of the delegation and ensure accurate accounting, authorisation & internal control procedures. Investigate and address significant variances.

14. Review and approve the finance sections of funding proposals for donors or Geneva.

Education:

Basic Delegates Training Course and/or in-depth knowledge of the Red Cross Movement..
Relevant university degree.
Professional/academic qualification in finance or accounting.

Experience:

Experience of managing and supporting staff.
Experience of working for the Red Cross/Red Crescent.
3 years Experience of working in West or Central Africa.
Experience of working for a humanitarian organisation in a developing country.
5 Years professional work experience in finance or accounting role.
Experience of preparing budgets, cash flow statements & financial plans.
Experience of working with Federation accounting systems.
Experience of writing narrative & financial systems.
Experience of commercial & contractual systems.

Skills:

Advanced skills in computer (Windows, spreadsheets, word-processing and accounting packages).
Knowledege and experience of CODA.
Experience of and ability to use manual accounting systems
Valid international driving licence (manual gears).
Skills in training and developing staff.

Languages:

Advanced bilingual English and French

Competencies:

National Society relations
Results focus and accountability
Teamwork
Communications
Professional standards
Leadership
Managerial Effectiveness


Apply online at:
https://jobnet.ifrc.org/public/hrd-cl-vac-view.asp?jobinfo_uid_c=2123&vaclng=en

Senior Economist

NEPAD PLANNING AND COORDINATING AGENCY
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
Position Title: Senior Economist
Supervisor: Chief Executive Officer
Directorate: Bureau of the Chief Executive Officer
Duty Station: NEPAD Planning and Coordinating Agency, Midrand, Johannesburg, South Africa

POSITION SUMMARY AND JOB PURPOSE
In terms of the Memorandum of Understanding between The Office of the Presidency and the Development Bank of Southern Africa (DBSA), The New Partnership for Africa’s Development (NEPAD) Planning and Coordinating Agency is seeking for a Senior Economist.
Under the supervision of the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the NEPAD Planning and Coordinating Agency, the Senior Economist will analyze emerging and crosscutting issues of macro-economic nature that are of strategic importance to Africa’s political and economic development objectives towards supporting the NEPAD Planning and Coordinating Agency’s leadership in making informed policy decisions.
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS
1. Support the NPCA in its policy formulation and implementation of strategies, programs/projects for the Regional Economic Communities (RECs) and other African institutions to promote regional and continental integration and NEPAD implementation.
2. Support the activities of the NPCA in its think tank role to enhance its economic policy and research capacity in close collaboration with NPCA Directorates.
3. Facilitate economic analysis, strategies, policies and actions that will drive NPCA delivery for policy alignment, programme development and implementation.
4. Consult and liaise with NEPAD strategic partners and African stakeholders to foster optimal interaction in developing and running of NPCA macroeconomic policy research.
5. Identify and develop areas of economic development cooperation for African states, RECs and institutions as a means of promoting the continent’s development priorities.
6. Provide inputs into the Agency’s knowledge management function, monitoring and evaluation (M & E) system from a regional macro-economic perspective.
7. Prepare work plans/budgets and progress reports on a quarterly and annual basis.
8. Lead and manage the team in charge of economic/policy analysis.
9. Perform any other related tasks as required.
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www.nepad.org
info@nepad.org
Tel: +27 (0) 11 256 3600
Fax: +27 (0) 11 206 3762
P.O. Box 1234
Halfway House 1685
Midrand, Johannesburg
South Africa
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Education, Training and Experience
i. The minimum qualification is a PhD in Economics with five (5) years of experience or a Master’s degree in Economics or related field with at least 10 years’ experience.
ii. The Senior Economist must have a proven track record of delivery and leading the implementation of large programmes and / or projects in the Economics Sector.
iii. S/he must possess substantial and proven experience in economic research and analysis, policy formulation, application of economic principles in development programmes in general and African development in particular. Such experience is desirable in African development work at the regional, sub-regional and national level as well as experience with the African Union (AU), the NEPAD Propgramme, the Regional Economic Communities (RECs) and the United Nations institutions. In addition, the Senior Economist should be able to engage NEPAD bilateral and multilateral partners including the African Development Bank (AfDB), G8/20 Member and the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD).
iv. S/he should have excellent working knowledge of computer applications (MS Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Access) and Data Analysis packages.
KEY COMPETENCIES REQUIRED
Knowledge
i. Strong macroeconomic background and ability to conduct independent research on global and regional economic, social and development issues, determine suitability, validity and accuracy of data provided by different sources.
ii. In-depth knowledge of economic and social development in Africa as well as the mandates and work of the AU and its NEPAD programme.
iii. Strong drafting, research and analytical skills and proven ability to produce reports and concept papers on development issues demonstrated through a strong publication record.
iv. Demonstrated ability to initiate, develop and complete programme of work, assess its implications and formulate recommendations.
Skills
i. The Senior Economist must have strong negotiation skills to be able to meaningfully engage with partners and other stakeholders who may be in pursuit of different objectives.
ii. S/he must have excellent, communication, writing, facilitation and presentation skills in order to provide effective leadership to the sector within NEPAD, articulate and promote NEPAD and African sectoral positions, and compose and defend requests for support or particular actions.
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www.nepad.org
info@nepad.org
Tel: +27 (0) 11 256 3600
Fax: +27 (0) 11 206 3762
P.O. Box 1234
Halfway House 1685
Midrand, Johannesburg
South Africa
iii. S/he must have excellent analytical and problem solving skills.
Attitude
i. To be successful, the Senior Economist will need to be personally and totally committed to the African development agenda.
ii. The Senior Economist has to believe in African solutions to African problems taking advantage of Africa’s resources and the resourcefulness of the African people.
iii. S/he must demonstrate high level of integrity and accountability.
iv. S/he should have flexible approaches to work couple with enthusiasm, commitment and energetic.
Attributes that will add to the successful execution of the job
i. The Senior Economist must demonstrate very good interpersonal skills and ability to organize and motivate others and to work in a multi-cultural environment.
ii. To succeed, the Senior Economist will need to have excellent strategic visioning, planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluations and reporting skills.
iii. Good knowledge of regional and international policy frameworks and strategies on the African developmental agenda will be advantageous.
iv. In addition, the Senior Economist should have working knowledge of research, policy development and analysis, programme development and management, and project management.
v. S/he must have the ability to maintain confidentiality at all level at all times.
Languages
Excellent English and / or French (spoken and written) and fluency in any other AU language would be an added advantage.
Gender Mainstreaming
The NEPAD Planning and Coordinating Agency is an equal opportunity employer and qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
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www.nepad.org
info@nepad.org
Tel: +27 (0) 11 256 3600
Fax: +27 (0) 11 206 3762
P.O. Box 1234
Halfway House 1685
Midrand, Johannesburg
South Africa
Application details
Application should include:
 A motivation letter and comprehensive curriculum vitae not exceeding five pages.
 Three referees with good knowledge of the candidate’s work, furnishing full contact details, telephone, fax and e-mail addresses.
Applications should be forwarded electronically utilizing “Arial font 11.5: to hr@nepad.org and they should be marked for the attention of:
Mrs. F. Ceesay Jallow
NEPAD Planning and Coordinating Agency
C/o Development Bank of Southern Africa
The closing date for this position is Monday, 22 November 2010. Please note, should you not hear from us within six (6) weeks after the closing date, kindly consider your application to be unsuccessful.
The New Partnership for Africa’s Development (NEPAD) is a vision and strategic framework for Africa’s renewal that is based on a shared understanding that it is imperative to eradicate poverty and position African countries on the road to sustained economic growth and development. NEPAD works closely with the African Union Commission (AUC), regional economic communities, national governments, research institutions and civil society organisations in its attempts to eradicate poverty in Africa whilst also voicing Africa´s concerns at the global level. For more information go to: www.nepad.org

Note: The position is supported under the Grant Agreement between the NEPAD Planning and Coordinating Agency (NPCA) and the African Capacity Building Foundation (ACBF).

Website Coordinator - Tanzania Natural Resources Forum

Website Coordinator
Posted October 29th, 2010 by Web Master

* Employment
* TNRF-related

Organization:
TNRF
Expiration Date:
12 November 2010

OVERVIEW
Tanzania Natural Resources Forum, registered in 2006 as a non-government organization, is an advocacy and communication network made up of over 3,800 members. TNRF aims to promote the improvement of natural resource governance to achieve more sustainable rural livelihoods and better conservation outcomes by bridging the gap between:

* People's local natural resource management needs and practices, and
* National natural resource management priorities, policies, laws and programs

Further details can be found on the TNRF Website www.tnrf.org

Communications is a valued part of the TNRF strategy. As a network organization TNRF deals with diverse needs and interests, from those of citizens and community based organizations to nation-wide civil society organizations, private investors, and government offices. The TNRF communications department strives to be the glue that holds all the stakeholders together. The Website Coordinator (WC) will play a key role in communications as he/she will be responsible for TNRF's flagship communications tool, the website, which is by far the most widely accessed and utilized product that TNRF offers our members.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The WC will form part of a dynamic communications team working to provide TNRF and its members and partners with excellent communication services at different levels and in a range of ways. Specifically, the WC will provide professional support to colleagues both in the communications department, in TNRF core teams and to the members and partners in working groups, in the fields of web communications, publication and design and basic information technology needs. Responsibilities include the following:

1. Be a member of the Communications Team, managed by the Communications Director.
2. Oversee the production, maintenance and quality control of all TNRF's website properties.
3. Improve/expand TNRF's website services through introducing and maintaining innovative and creative tools that are conducive to the general TNRF audience.
4. Oversee and supervise all website development, including superficial changes to the website and larger changes such as host changes and systematic developments.
5. Perform all content management and graphic activities for the website.
6. Support and lead the layout design process of publications for printing and electronic purposes, including editing of art (eg. Photographs, graphic elements, etc.).
7. Oversee and organize TNRF's membership database and membership relations (via website), listserves, secretariat email accounts, and TNRF's online library resources.
8. Manage staff email accounts, which includes assisting staff set up accounts and monitor account loads.
9. Provide TNRF office general information technology support, including monitoring performance of the whole network and troubleshooting all areas including TNRF hardware.
10. No direct supervision of other staff will be required, but may need to train and work with other individuals or groups (specifically, members of the communications team) whom there is no direct authority in coordinating web-related activities.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
TNRF is looking for a hard working and dynamic team member who has the following qualities and skills:

* Bachelor degree in one of the following fields or in a related field: Graphic/website design, computer programming, media and communications.
* At least two-years of experience working with communication media, specifically working on website production and maintenance and graphic design
* High proficiency in and ability to code php, and great familiarity with Drupal.
* Knowledge of Google Analytics, SEO and online user interaction best practices.
* A demonstrated mature style of deign and ability to adapt skills to TNRF's mission and communications goals.
* Knowledge of Web 2.0 technologies including social networking, blogs, RSS feeds, etc.
* Experience in general computer maintenance, servers, databases, and listserves
* Strong organizational skills and ability to handle multiple tasks under tight deadlines
* A team player
* Proficient in both Kiswahili and English.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Strong practical background in graphic design, including the knowledge of design software such as Photoshop, Illustrator or Corel Draw, Acrobat, Flash, Fireworks and Xara3D.

Proven experience of graphic production, with knowledge of printing processes (offset and digital) and color management.

MySQL admin, SQL commands.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SERVICE
1. The renewable contract initially will be for two years with a three month probationary period.
2. Extension of the appointment is subject to the availability of funds and satisfactory performance in line with the TNRF Rules and Regulations.
3. Generous employment package, including health and other benefits will be offered, reflecting the nature of the role, experience and qualifications required of this position. The WC will be registered with the National Social Security Fund.

HOW TO APPLY
1. Interested candidates should submit their applications with (a) cover letter summarizing the candidate's suitability against the selection criteria and quoting the position and vacancy announcement number and full working contact details of the candidate and three referees (b) curriculum vitae.
2. TNRF will only respond to those candidates who strictly meet the set requirements for the advertised positions. Please do not apply unless you have the required qualifications.
3. Applications should be sent by registered mail, courier service or e-mail (email subject line should quote position and vacancy number and all soft copies should be in MS Word) Applicants should choose one method of sending applications. Duplicate Applications will be disqualified.
4. Only successful candidates will be contacted and at the interview should provide originals and copies of both academic and professional certificates and testimonials and last performance appraisal evaluation.

Please send your application to the address or e-mail indicated below before the deadline of 12 NOVEMBER 2010.

THE ADMINISTRATOR
TANZANIA NATURAL RESOURCE FORUM
P.O. Box 15605. Arusha, Tanzania
E-mail: WC@tnrf.org

Representative - Ford Foundation

Job Detail
Position Representative, The Andean Region and Southern Cone
Date Posted 1 October 2010
Application Deadline 24 November 2010
Location Santiago, Chile
Find out more about our work in Chile
Summary Description

The Representative directs the Foundation’s activities in the Andean Region and Southern Cone, providing overall leadership to the Foundation’s grant-making programs, managing the office in Santiago, and representing the Foundation to nonprofit organizations, government and business leaders and the donor community. The Representative reports to a supervising Program Vice President based in New York.
The Representative is the Foundation’s leader in the region to many important constituencies. Specifically, the Representative assesses political, social, cultural and economic developments in the region and helps implement the Foundation’s strategy in the region and guides its programming and grant-making priorities in alignment with the Foundation’s mission, values and set of global initiatives. The Representative seeks to promote innovative grant-making; enhance the quality and impact of programming; and promote a collaborative working environment in the office and across areas of expertise that maximizes the diverse backgrounds, perspectives and skills of staff to accomplish Foundation goals. In collaboration with the thematic Directors based in New York, he/she supervises and works closely with program staff in developing, monitoring and evaluating grants and projects within the office's major fields of programmatic concern.
The Representative prepares and manages the office’s $13.1 million grant and management budgets, oversees all legal matters, and supervises local administrative staff responsibilities for accounting, grants administration, and general services functions. The Representative facilitates development of communications strategies; and maintains effective ties and promotes strategic partnerships with local leaders, non-governmental organizations and government agencies, the media and other donors to leverage new resources, scale impact, and advance the goals of the office.
The Representative also manages a modest grants portfolio of his/her own and may, at times, direct an area of the Foundation’s work across geographic boundaries. The Representative collaborates with the Foundation’s other representatives in developing strategies and with program staff from around the world in helping shape the various aspects of the Foundation’s work globally.
The Foundation’s programs in The Andean Region and Southern Cone currently strive to:
-Promote effective accountable and transparent government;
- Strengthen human rights and advance racial justice and minority rights;
-Expand livelihoods opportunities for poor households and build economic security;
- Advance higher education access and success.
CRITERIA FOR SUCCESS
- Proven record of leadership, planning, and management success
- Substantial previous experience in and deep knowledge of the history and culture of The Andean Region and Southern Cone
- In-depth understanding of development and social changes processes
- A proven ability to think analytically, critically with agility to translate ideas and insights into action through coherent and viable program work
- An action oriented, entrepreneurial person who is a self starter that can work independently, as well as in teams
- Ability to effectively lead a local office within a larger global organization with headquarters in New York
- Demonstrated people management skills, including the ability to manage complex relationships with private and public sector stakeholders in the region
- An understanding of the civil society landscape in the region
- Administrative skills, in particular an appreciation for the importance of strong fiscal management
- Strong facilitation skills – the ability to listen and learn from diverse perspectives
- Exemplary communication skills, both oral and written
- Demonstrated organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
- Strong time management proficiency
- Sound, mature judgment and integrity
- Personal qualities of humility, capacity for self-reflection, and a sense of humor
- Ability to motivate staff through effective leadership, mentoring, coaching, development, facilitation, evaluation and rewards
- Commitment to FF's mission and core values of equity, fairness and diversity
Qualifications

- An advanced graduate degree in public policy, law, business or related fields
- Fluency in English and Spanish
- Ability to travel extensively on behalf of the Foundation
-Creativity, energy and non-traditional thinking capacity
Salary

is based on experience and on the Foundation’s commitment to internal equity. A generous benefits package is provided.

Apply online :http://www.fordfoundation.org/employment/jobs/289

Project Manager

TERMS OF REFERENCE
BACKGROUND INFORMATION
Following the signing and ratification of the Common Market Protocol, the EAC Secretariat in
collaboration with the World Bank and other Development Partners is preparing the EAC
Financial Sector Development and Regionalization Project I (EAC - FSDRP). The objective of
the project is to support the development of the financial sector through the establishment of a
single market in financial services among EAC Partner States. This objective will be achieved
through two back-to-back projects over a 9 year period. FSDRP I will take place from 2011 to
2013 and FSDRP II from 2014 to 2019.
A Project Preparatory Advance (PPA) agreement was signed between EAC Secretariat and the
World Bank on 12th July 2010. The objective of the PPA is to assist the Secretariat undertake
identified urgent activities which will help in the timely commencement of the project. They
include the recruitment of a team of experts for the Department of the EAC Financial Sector.
The EAC FSDRP I is expected to be approved by the World Bank Board in January 2011.
The FSDRP I is structured in five pillars with a base component of capacity building. The pillars
are the following: (i) financial inclusion and strengthening market participants (ii)
harmonization of financial laws and regulations against common standards; (iii) mutual
recognition of supervisors; (iv) integration of financial market infrastructures; and (v)
development of a regional bond market.
Applications are invited from suitably qualified citizens of East Africa (Burundi, Kenya,
Rwanda, Tanzania and Uganda) for the following non-established position under the EAC –
FSDRP World Bank project at the East African Community Headquarters in Arusha, Tanzania.
DETAILED TERMS OF REFERENCE OF THE POSITION OF:
EAST AFRICAN COMMUNITY
SECRETARIAT
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PROJECT MANAGER
(REF: EAC/FSDRP/WB/01 /2010)
1.1. Main purpose of the assignment of a Project Manager
The main objective of the assignment of a Project Manager is to lead a team of staff and
consultants toward the implementation of the EAC FSDRP I. The Project Manager will report to
the Head of Department responsible of Financial Sector.
1.2. Duties and responsibilities of the Project Manager
The key responsibilities of the Project Manager will include:
a) Develop the FSDRP I’s medium-term strategy with visionary scope;
b) Translate medium-term strategy into annual work programs of activities that advance
the sharing of development knowledge and respond to clients’ demands. These work
programs will be developed in collaboration with EAC stakeholders and the World
Bank;
c) Build and nurture strategic partnerships with public and private organizations in the
EAC Partner States and ensure that the Project addresses the needs of its funders and
clients;
d) Ensure that the FSDRP I project is managed within budget and according to a robust
financial management framework;
e) Enhance monitoring and evaluation of the project and implement measures to improve
project effectiveness continuously and to ensure accountability to all stakeholders;
f) Represent the FSDRP I project to the governments of the EAC Partner States, in close
cooperation with the World Bank;
g) Maintain and develop relationships with the EAC Secretariat to contribute to global
knowledge sharing activities;
h) Advance cooperation with the World Bank office by seeking synergies in strategic,
operational as well as administrative matters;
i) Recruit team members for core and extended teams;
j) Meet deadlines for all project milestones in a timely manner and within the allocated
budget;
k) Create a short and medium term strategic plan of execution;
l) Prepare monthly reports on the FSDRP I progress in a format and level of detail agreed
with EAC Secretariat and stakeholders;
m) Maintain records documenting information supplied by the field teams, decisions made
at meetings, progress on the decisions implementation, certified achievements and
milestones, financial records, and any deviations from or changes to the contract plans;
n) Assist the EAC Secretariat in preparing quarterly project progress reports, a project
completion report, and monitoring and evaluating operational and strategic reports;
o) Ensure effective liaison with EAC Partners States, as well as maintain communication
with the World Bank, supporting donors, and the international community;
p) Promote good working relations with stakeholder groups, NGOs, and other relevant
multilateral organizations;
q) Foster a team environment, mentor staff, and ensure that capacity building is well
integrated into all project activities;
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r) Ensure the timely, accurate and quality preparation of project progress, technical,
financial and other required reports;
s) Manage activities during the complex start-up phase.
1.3. Qualification and experience
a) Minimum 10 years of project management experience with a Masters degree or 8 years
with a PhD, in development, economics, business, law or related fields;
b) A high level of familiarity with EAC Partner States and development community,
preferably including work experience with a multi-lateral agency with a development
focus (World Bank project experience is a plus);
c) Ability to communicate clearly with internal and external audiences;
d) Ability to build alliances and promote open communication and collaboration for
achieving the objectives;
e) Ability to develop strategies to achieve multiple tasks;
f) Strong client orientation;
g) Ability to provide leadership to professional working staff on partnership development
and program creation;
h) Ability to develop sound professional relationships with private sector, academic,
development agencies within the region;
i) A high level of computer proficiency and English language skills;
j) In addition to the above selection criteria, candidates will also be expected to be able to
fully demonstrate their knowledge and hands-on experience in the following
supervisory requirements:
(i) Focusing on the Big Picture and Overall Strategic Framework for Development –
Identifies and pursues strategic initiatives which provide the greatest value and
sustainable impact; balances long and short-term trade-offs; communicates clearly
and precisely the development goals and the strategies for achieving them;
(ii) Promoting Client Orientation – Balances a responsive and proactive approach to
meeting client needs; encourages staff to understand client needs and concerns;
ensures provision of customized services and products as appropriate; responds
promptly and effectively to client needs.
(iii) Selecting, Coaching, Appraising & Developing Staff – Builds a team diverse in
gender and nationality; appraises their ability and potential; give candid and timely
performance feedback; rewards desirable behaviour; provides support for
professional development efforts linked to business objectives; coaches staff to help
them perform effectively;
(iv) Planning & Managing Staff to Achieve Quality Results – Develops realistic plans
with available human resources; establishes high standards of performance and
demonstrates a commitment to excellence; empowers staff by removing obstacles to
achieve business goals; focuses on results and delivers what is promised, on time
and within budget; take accountability, i.e., accept responsibility for successes and
failures; does not blame others if things go wrong; holds others accountable; support
others to succeed and acknowledges their contributions;
(v) Encouraging Innovation in an Open, Team Based Environment – Creates an
environment conducive to teamwork, continuous learning and innovation; thinks
beyond existing paradigms; builds alliances and promotes open communication and
collaboration to achieve joint objectives;
(vi) Creating an Environment that Supports Continuous Learning & Knowledge Sharing
– Uses knowledge to equip clients and staff; promotes continuous learning
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environment; shares knowledge and information; builds partnerships and creates an
environment for learning and knowledge sharing;
(vii) Influencing & Resolving Differences across Boundaries – Gains support and
commitment from others even without formal authority; resolves differences by
needs and forging solutions that benefit all parties; promote collaboration and
facilitates teamwork across organizational boundaries; breaks down barriers
between units.
1.4. Terms and conditions of service
This is an EAC-FSDRP project position supported by Donor Funds, and is a non-established
position for which contract terms are limited to the period of the project, and may be renewed
subject to extension of the funding. The Project Manager will be recruited by the EAC
Secretariat for an initial period of six months and the contract may be renewed contingent upon
project budgeting and a satisfactory performance evaluation. Attractive consolidated
remuneration packages for fixed contract positions will be paid in accordance with the EACFSDRP
budget.
1.7. Starting period
January, 2011.
HOW TO APPLY
Interested candidates should submit their applications quoting the reference number of the
position applied for by registered mail, courier service, e-mail (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 tele/cell
phone contact details to:
The Secretary General
East African Community
Arusha International Conference Centre
5th Floor, Kilimanjaro Wing
P.O. Box 1096
Arusha - Tanzania.
Fax No: 007 27 2502455/2504481
E-mail: eac@eachq.org
To be received not later than 01st November 2010
The East African Community is an equal opportunity employer. Female candidates are
encouraged to apply. We shall only respond to those candidates who strictly meet the set
requirements.

E-governance Project Manager

E-governance Project Manager in Chad


Organisation and Job Description
Intelligentsia International headquarters is based in Singapore with the African Head quarters based in Cameroon and branches in Congo and Chad.

Intelligentsia commercializes technology products based on smart cards (debit, credit and prepaid cards) for individuals, SMEs and all other payment applications.

Founded in 2002 Intelligentsia is the pioneer leader in introducing smart card payment in Central Africa and the Pioneer in introducing economic development projects using smart cards for the layman in Africa.

Built on an original model decentralized to give free reign to initiative, Intelligentsia International specializes in the following fields: E-Purse, E-Banking products, E-Governance, Biometric applications, POS terminals, Software engineering, etc..

Currently Intelligentsia has started an IT project with the state universities of Chad. This project will deliver automated student registration and grade registration. The project also includes the delivery of student smart cards with bio-metric protection as well as secured and certified delivery of diplomas.

Intelligentsia is currently recruiting a strong (technical) project manager for this e-governance project in Chad

Primary responsibilities
The primary responsibility of the project manager will be the integration of the software in the current ICT environment. The project manager will be managing the day to-day operational aspects of all the underlying projects, ensuring efficient execution of the project work plans, producing project timelines and milestones using appropriate tools.

Main duties

* Develop project plans and associated communication documents
* Manage project performance and prepare regular progress reports
* Provide expert advice on projects to key stakeholders
* Provide financial management and ensure delivery of projects

Education and experience

* Experience in E-governance projects
* A minimum of 5 years experience in Project Management
* A Masters degree, or other professional qualification, is desirable
* Excellent command of English and French, both spoken and written.
* Excellent communication and writing skills
* Advanced computer skills and knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
* Good interpersonal skills, ability to communicate effectively in a multi-cultural environment and to work under pressure
* Good organizational and time management skills
* Cultural sensitivity and a flexible, service-oriented, approach to tasks

Location
The base will be in N�Djamena, the capital of Chad with regular travelling to other university cities in Chad. Travelling to African head quarter in Cameroon. Possible interim project management in other Central African countries.

Terms
Full time , competitive remuneration including housing, insurance, etc.

To Apply
Applications and enquiries may be submitted in English to the Marcel Neutel, Investment Officer Cenainvest marcel neutel at cenainvest com

Closing date for applications: Monday, 15 November 2010
Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Consultant (Migrant Smuggling Database and Website Development)

1) GENERAL BACKGROUND


As the guardian of the United Nations Convention against Transnational Organized Crime, its supplementing Protocol to Prevent, Suppress and Punish Trafficking in Persons, Especially Women and Children and its supplementing Protocol against Smuggling of Migrants by Land, Sea and Air, UNODC��s primary goal is to promote global adherence to these instruments and assist states in their efforts to effectively implement them. In the field of human trafficking and migrant smuggling, UNODC focuses in particular on assisting states in developing an effective criminal justice response to these crime challenges. A crucial prerequisite when building state capacities is fostering evidence-based knowledge on these topics.
A regional UNODC project on establishing a Coordination and Analysis Unit (CAU) on migrant smuggling aims to improve evidence-based knowledge, knowledge sharing and access to knowledge on migrant smuggling within, through and from South-East Asia and East Asia in order to inform effective policy development and implementation of adequate counter-measures to prevent and combat migrant smuggling in a comprehensive and consistent way.


2) OBJECTIVES OF THE ASSIGNMENT


Under the supervision of the UNODC project manager, the incumbent will be responsible to elaborate technical reports on setting up the CAU database and website as well as providing 5 regional briefs on migrant smuggling trends while in parallel developing a methodology to identify in a systematic way open-source information on migrant smuggling. Furthermore, the consultant will be required to provide substantive input in support of the design and conduct of 2 regional events on data collection and analysis.


3) SCOPE OF WORK

Under the supervision of the UNODC project manager based in Bangkok and working in close consultation with relevant UNODC staff at both Headquarters and in the field, the incumbent will:
�X Draft a work plan for carrying out the assignment.
�X Take the necessary steps including carrying out necessary background research and consulting with relevant actors with a view of establishing relevant information to enable him/her to elaborate the final products as they are defined in section 5.
�X Elaborate the final products in English in a way that are drafted in a clear and concise way.

4) DURATION OF ASSIGNMENT, DUTY STATION AND EXPECTED PLACES OF TRAVEL


The duration of the assignment will be 100 (one hundred) working days within 5.5 months. The assignment is due to start on 1st December 2010.
The incumbent will be based in Bangkok.
The incumbent might be required to travel. Travel costs will be directly covered by the United Nations in line with the respective rules and regulations.


5) FINAL PRODUCTS

A. A technical report on setting up the CAU website that while taking into account the website requirements as defined in the project document, compares websites on migration and/or transnational organized crime related issues and develops a proposal outlining the substantive and technical requirements for setting up the CAU public and restricted websites, including a detailed costed workplan for setting up such a website and defining the various activities and respective procurement requirements in detail on a cost-effective basis.
B. A technical report on setting up the CAU database that that while taking into account the website requirements as defined in the project document, develops a proposal outlining the substantive and technical requirements for setting up the CAU database, including a detailed costed workplan for setting up such a database and defining the various activities and respective procurement requirements in detail on a cost-effective basis.
C. 5 analytical regional briefs on current trends with regard to migrant smuggling from, through and within South-East Asia.
D. A tested methodology to identify in a systematic way open-source information on migrant smuggling from, through and within South-East Asia.
E. Concept notes, workplans and background papers developed in support of the design and conduct of 2 regional events on data collection and analysis.

6) PROVISION OF MONITORING AND PROGRESS CONTROLS


Under the supervision of the UNODC project manager the incumbent will:
�X Submit a detailed workplan within one week after the start of the incumbent��s assignment.
�X Report on a two-weekly basis to UNODC on progress and closely consult with UNODC in carrying out his/her assignment.
�X Submit a project progress report after 1 months describing the progress so far achieved in preparing the final products A and B as defined in section 5.
�X Submit the products A and B as defined in section 5 to UNODC within 8 weeks after the incumbent��s start of the assignment.
�X Submit the products under C as defined in section 5 to UNODC on a monthly basis.
�X Submit the product D as defined in section 5 to UNODC at least after 22 weeks.
�X Submit the products under E as defined in section 5 to UNODC in a timely way as required in relation to the organization of the two regional events on data collection and analysis, which will take place in first half of 2011.

Indicators to evaluate the incumbent��s performance are:
�X Quality of the documents produced;
�X Technical competence;
Timeliness of delivery.

7) DEGREE OF EXPERTISE AND QUALIFICATIONS


�X Advanced university degree in law, criminology, public policy, social or political science.
�X At least 3 years of professional experience in applied social research, with particular reference to migrant smuggling, human trafficking and/or irregular migration.
�X Demonstrated experience in carrying out primary research in a fields related to migrant smuggling/and or human trafficking would be considered an asset.
�X Demonstrated experience in developing and using databases would be considered an asset.
�X Demonstrated experience in overseeing the development of or developing websites would be considered an asset.
�X Ability to work independently and in a team.
�X Very good written and spoken English.
�X Excellent English drafting skills.
�X Computer literacy.

8) HOW TO APPLY


Interested applicants must submit the following documents:

(a) Letter of interest - not exceeding one page - clearly stating suitability for the position and
consultancy fee.

(b) UN Personal History Form (can be downloaded from
http://www.unodc.org/eastasiaandpacific/en/who-we-are/work-opportunities.html) and

Please submit the application by e-mail to: .
Application deadline is 7 November 2010.

Note: (a) Please clearly indicate the position you are applying for.
(b) Failure to submit supporting documents as specified in the announcement will result
in an incomplete application. Applicants who submit incomplete applications will NOT be considered for this vacancy announcement.

Due to the volume of applications, only candidates under positive consideration will be notified.

President/Chief Executive Officer

FutureGenerations
President/Chief Executive Officer


Future Generations promotes community-based change as a proven, alternative path to international development and conservation. The core of Future Generations work is a system that communities and governments can use to shape their futures. This system can create large nature preserves (as in Tibet, China), rapid social change (as in India), extend health services (as in Peru), or help countries rebound from conflict (as in Afghanistan).
As an action-oriented civil society organization that partners with a parallel graduate school, the organization’s three-pronged operational strategy is to:

• Incubate effective demonstrations of community change through partnerships in target countries (Afghanistan, China, India, and Peru)
• Conduct applied research to develop and evaluate community-based approaches
• Build local capacity worldwide through a Master’s Degree in Applied Community Change and Conservation


The President serves as the Chief Executive Officer of Future Generations the nonprofit Civil Society Organization and all its departments. The President also serves as the Chief Executive Officer of Future Generations Graduate School. The President shall be responsible to both Boards of Trustees for the operation and management of both organizations and for executing all directives of the two separate Boards of Trustees. The President is the leader of institutional short-term and long-term planning for both institutions. The President shall lead in all aspects of securing private and public donor support as well as coordinating both Board and staff involvement in fundraising.

The President shall implement the institutional policies as shaped by the Boards of Trustees, present that policy within the organization to staff and faculty, and lead in execution of these policies outside the organizations to the public and cooperating governments and agencies. The President is responsible for providing strategic leadership and direction for both organizations, overall direction of country programs, leading fiscal operations, fundraising, coordinating external relations, evaluating progress, managing all institutional assets.

Most significantly, the President is the steward and advocate of the overall mission of the organization. The President is expected to uphold the Core Values, Institutional Vision, and Mission Statements of Future Generations the Civil Society Organization and Future Generations the Graduate School as stated in the official documents of the organizations.

Our next President will have previous experience in Executive leadership of a multimillion dollar and multinational organization. The successful candidate will have a proven record of accomplishments and significant impact in our related fields as well as outstanding interpersonal skills. The President must be willing to travel at least 50% of the time. A bachelor’s degree is required and an advanced degree is a plus but not required.

Nominations and inquiries from those who wish to apply may be submitted to:

Future Generations
Attention: Ms. Rebecca Vaus, Coordinator
Presidential Search Committee
North Mountain
HC 73, Box 100
Franklin, West Virginia 26807, USA
Telephone: +1 304.358.2000 / Fax +1 304.358.3008
Email: rebecca@future.org

Research Economist - FSD Kenya

Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Last Date: November 19, 2010

RESEARCH ECONOMIST
www.fsdkenya.org

The opportunity
Established in early 2005, FSD Kenya aims to support the development of inclusive financial markets in Kenya as a means to stimulate wealth creation and reduce poverty. Working in partnership with the financial services industry our goal is to significantly expand access to services among lower income households and smaller scale enterprises. FSD undertakes a considerable amount of research to support the development of more inclusive financial markets in Kenya. The results have contributed to shaping Government policy, the strategy and operations of financial service providers and improving the design and impact of our own projects.

We need an experienced researcher with a background in economics to help develop our expanding research programme. Based full time in Nairobi, Kenya and reporting to FSD’s Senior Research Specialist, the position will involve managing a range of research activities from national surveys though to in-depth market analysis; supporting the wider FSD team and our partners on research issues; and linking to the wider research community.

Who we need
We’re looking for someone with a strong and relevant research background motivated to apply these skills to solving practical development problems and making a difference. You will need to be both a ‘thinker’ and a ‘doer’. You will have:
* A relevant academic qualification (minimum Master’s degree),
* Demonstrated ability to conduct relevant empirical research (ideally including at least two years post qualification),
* Experience using a wide range of quantitative research methods relevant to the study of financial inclusion in developing/emerging economies, and
* Excellent spoken and written English.

Interested?
If you think you could be the right person for this role then send a covering letter and CV by e-mail to Lydiah Kiok (Lydiah@fsdkenya.org). Please put “Research Economist” in the subject line. FSD is an equal opportunities employer. Applications must be received no later than Friday, 19th November 2010.

FSD Kenya operates as an independent Trust registered in Kenya under the supervision of professional trustees, with policy guidance from its programme investment committee. Finance is provided by a number of leading development agencies including the UK’s Department for International Development (DFID), the World Bank, the Swedish International Development Agency (SIDA), Agence Française de Développement (AFD) and the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation together with the Government of Kenya. Further information can be obtained at our web site.

Communications Officer (Project financed by the European Union for the Rehabilitation of Upemba National Park)

Location: Democratic Republic of Congo
Last Date: November 22, 2010

Communications Officer

Project financed by the European Union for the Rehabilitation of Upemba National Park in the Province of Katanga, Democratic Republic of Congo.

An outstanding opportunity is available for a PR or Media studies graduate with a keen interest in conservation in Africa to develop the profile of a newly established conservation project in one of the most remote and challenging parts of the Democratic Republic of Congo. The position will be based at the project camp in Lusinga Ranger Station, Upemba National Park, Katanga. Basic accommodation will be provided by the project, but there is no access to schooling and limited access to healthcare, although use of the project aircraft will be provided in case of emergencies. This is an incredible opportunity for someone with a sense of adventure, looking for a challenge, who would also like to make a significant contribution to the rehabilitation and conservation of one of Congo’s most spectacular National Parks.

Description of Offer

Post: Communications Officer

Place of work: Upemba National Park, but travel to other project sites within country may be required
Country of work: Democratic Republic of Congo
Closing date: 22^nd November 2010

The Society

The Frankfurt Zoological Society stands for a world in which biodiversity values are recognised and maintained, in order to ensure a high quality of life for current and future generations. Within this context, our mission is to protect the natural diversity of species in important ecosystems across the globe – in partnership with and for people.

FZS maintains long-term conservation programmes in Africa, Latin America, Asia and Europe. All programmes focus on:

• Capacity building for effective ecosystem management

• Strengthening protected area operations in key ecosystems

• Development of policies, plans and awareness to support effective ecosystem management

• Development of monitoring and research to increase understanding of ecosystem processes

• Involvement of local communities in the management and sustainable use of natural resources

• Development of sustainable financing of ecosystem management.

The Africa Programme is the Society’s largest and oldest. The Programme works in seven African focal countries: Tanzania, Kenya, Democratic Republic of Congo, Ethiopia, Zimbabwe and Zambia. FZS’ first overseas conservation activities were launched in Tanzania more than half a century ago. Tanzania remains the major focus of our conservation efforts, with the flagship being the Serengeti ecosystem, in which the FZS Africa Regional Office is situated. For more information on the Society, please visit our website at www.fzs.org.

FZS in the DRC

FZS has supported biodiversity conservation in the Democratic Republic of Congo since the 1950s and has recently been asked by the Congolese government to help rehabilitate Upemba National Park with funding from the European Union.

Upemba National Park is located between Latitude 9°5’ and 8°45’ South and Longitude 25°50’ and 27°10’ East. At the time of its creation on the 15th May 1939 the park had a surface area of 17,730km2 and was the largest park in Africa. In July 1975, the limits were revised and today the integral park has an area of 10,000km2 with an annex of a further 3,000km2.

This is a new project that will be operating in a park that has historically received very little international support, and it will be the first time ever that an international NGO is based within the park borders. Living conditions are basic and stability in country varies daily. The project aims to develop a park management plan, providing anti-poaching training and field equipment for park rangers, build critical park infrastructure and reintroduce wildlife into newly secured areas within the park.

The Position

FZS projects in the Congo have only recently begun implementing exposure through media and other relations. The Communications Officer is expected to help jump-start these activities with a hard-working, self-driven approach. The Communications Officer is expected to take the lead on developing the website and proactively encouraging rangers and project staff to contribute photos and information on a regular basis. The Communications Officer must be well organized and flexible, and comfortable working in a multicultural environment and meeting tight deadlines.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist in developing the FZS DRC website featuring Upemba National Park
• Write and edit the daily blog entries to boost readership, generate back links, improve blog ranking and encourage online donations.
• Create and manage innovative web-based campaigns to generate publicity and funds for Upemba’s Wildlife Rangers.
• Produce digital media content in Upemba National Park for the website and other sources (eg donors); digital media will be a key component of the FZS DRC website.
• Manage digital media relationship with partners to boost visibility of Upemba; this includes managing a large digital media database.
• Overall management of blog to boost profile of Upemba Rangers online, including involvement in website development and functionalities.
• Produce additional promotional/information materials for FZS and Upemba National Park.
• Maintain FZS DRC PR and interlink and support HQ PR
• Organize film crews and all media personnel visiting the project
• Help write and edit internal and external reports for HQ, donors and project partners
• Manage the FZS/DRC photo and video database and make photos and updates available for the FZS Gorilla newsletter and other publications

JOB Requirements

Qualifications and experience – required:

• Native English or French with proficiency in the other language;
• Excellent writing skills;
• Experience blogging and social networking;
• Experience writing Press Releases and working with journalists
• Experience working on a team;
• Abilty to work in demanding field conditions;
• Flexibility during times of high risk when partial or total evacuation may be necessary

Qualifications and experience – desired:

• An interest in wildlife;
• Experience in photography
• Experience with film and video editing

Terms of contract

• Competitive salary
• One-year contract with a three-month trial period.
• Six weeks of paid holiday per annum
• Medical coverage
• Basic accommodation
• In-country transportation provided
• Air travel from home base to DRC at the start of contract, and return flight at the end of contract

Qualification Level

• Undergraduate Degree or equivalent

CONTACT

All applications should include a letter of interest in English stating your availability, an up-to-date CV, and the names and addresses of three referees.

If you have any portfolio that displays your work experience in this field, please provide reference/access to that material.

The letter of interest should include answers to the following questions:

1. What led you to apply for this position?
2. What is the single most important technical ability that you would bring to this job?
3. What motivates you to apply for a job in such a challenging environment?
4. What are your three most important personal characteristics that will help you succeed in this job?

Candidates should send this information to the following mail address: robertmuir@fzs.org - closing date is 22^nd November 2010.

Only candidates selected will be contacted.

Project Leader (Project financed by the European Union for the Rehabilitation of Upemba National Park in the Province of Katanga)

Last Date: November 22, 2010

Project Leader

Project financed by the European Union for the Rehabilitation of Upemba National Park in the Province of Katanga, Democratic Republic of Congo

JOB OFFER

An outstanding opportunity is available for a dynamic, hard-working self-starter with a keen interest in conservation, to manage a newly established conservation project in one of the most remote and challenging parts of the Democratic Republic of Congo. The position will be based at Lusinga Ranger Station, Upemba National Park, Katanga. Basic accommodation will be provided by the project, but there is no access to schooling and limited access to healthcare, although use of the project aircraft will be provided in case of emergencies. This is an incredible opportunity for someone with a sense of adventure, looking for a challenge, who would also like to make a significant contribution to the rehabilitation and conservation of one of Congo’s most spectacular National Parks.

DESCRIPTION OF OFFER

Position: Project Leader

Place: Upemba National Park, Katanga Province

Country: DR Congo

Application closing date: 22nd November 2010

THE SOCIETY

The Frankfurt Zoological Society stands for a world in which biodiversity values are recognised and maintained, in order to ensure a high quality of life for current and future generations. Within this context, our mission is to protect the natural diversity of species in important ecosystems across the globe – in partnership with and for people.

FZS maintains long-term conservation programmes in Africa, Latin America, Asia and Europe. All programmes focus on:

 Capacity building for effective ecosystem management

 Strengthening protected area operations in key ecosystems

 Development of policies, plans and awareness to support effective ecosystem management

 Development of monitoring and research to increase understanding of ecosystem processes

 Involvement of local communities in the management and sustainable use of natural resources

 Development of sustainable financing of ecosystem management.

The Africa Programme is the Society’s largest and oldest. The Programme works in seven African focal countries: Tanzania, Kenya, Democratic Republic of Congo, Ethiopia, Zimbabwe and Zambia. FZS’ first overseas conservation activities were launched in Tanzania more than half a century ago. Tanzania remains the major focus of our conservation efforts, with the flagship being the Serengeti ecosystem, in which the FZS Africa Regional Office is situated. For more information on the Society, please visit our website at www.fzs.org.

FZS IN DRC

FZS has supported biodiversity conservation in the Democratic Republic of Congo since the 1950s and has recently been asked by the Congolese government to help rehabilitate Upemba National Park with funding from the European Union.

This is a new project that will be operating in a park that has historically received very little international support, and it will be the first time ever that an international NGO is based within the park borders. The project aims to rehabilitate the park through the construction of critical infrastructure, the provision of anti-poaching training and field equipment, park planning and the reintroduction of wildlife into newly secured areas of the park.

GENERAL OBJECTIVE

Provide management and technical support for a range of conservation activities for the rehabilitation and management of the Upemba National Park in the Katanga Province, from the design stage through to implementation, monitoring & evaluation under the supervision of the DRC Programme Manager.

Main responsibilities

1. Technical management

• To carry out day to day project activities together with key partners

• To develop, manage and maintain partnerships, including local government and donor organisations

• To oversee third-party contracts

• To assess equipment needs and associated procurement

• To ensure the proper use and maintenance of infrastructure, equipment and vehicles

• To coordinate project implementation, monitoring and evaluation, and if necessary adapt strategies and plans accordingly

• To report to FZS, donors and partners as per project agreements, contracts and MoUs

• To plan finances, expenditure control within project budget, and report to FZS, and other donors/government agencies

• To raise awareness and maintain reputation of FZS and project locally

• To liaise, communicate and provide weekly sitreps to the programme manager on project progress

• To support ARO / HQ in public relation activities

2. Human Resource Management

• To manage project staff with all associated responsibilities, including developing job descriptions, performance planning, review and appraisal, coaching, maintaining motivation and applying disciplinary procedures when required

• Building staff capacity for conservation management

• Ensure staff are aware of FZS vision, mission, goals and the importance of conservation and the environment

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Qualifications and experience – required:

• A minimum of 3 years project management experience in developing countries,

• Excellent communication and political skills – open-minded, patient, ability to listen, negotiate and learn

• Experience managing and motivating project field staff

• Proven ability to open-mindedly tackle problems

• Ability to live and work in a remote area where communication is difficult

• Fluency in French and English

• Ability to work in demanding field conditions;

• Flexibility during times of high risk when partial or total evacuation may be necessary

Qualifications and experience – desired:

• Fundraising experience

• Donor funded project management experience – particularly financial management

• Presentation and communication skills

• Demonstrable commitment, patience, enthusiasm, initiative, and a strong work ethic and problem solving abilities

• Leadership skills

TERMS OF CONTRACT

A competitive international salary will be offered based on qualifications and experience.

The position will be based in Upemba National Park, with frequent visits to Lubumbashi and occasional visits to Goma, Kinshasa, and ARO (Serengeti, Tanzania).

Additional benefits will include:

• Basic accommodation in Upemba National Park

• International medical insurance, including emergency evacuation cover

• 6 weeks of paid holidays per year

• Use of an office vehicle

• Air travel from home base to DRC at start and end of the contract.

A contract of two years will be offered, subject to a rigorous six-month probation period.

Living conditions in Upemba National Park are simple and there are minimal social services and opportunities (medical facilities, schooling etc) for families.

CONTACT

All applications should include a letter of interest in English, an up-to-date CV, and the names and addresses of three referees.

The letter of interest should include answers to the following questions:

1. What motivates you to apply for a job in such a demanding and challenging environment?

2. What is the single most important technical ability that you would bring to the Upemba project?

3. What are your three most important personal characteristics that would help you succeed in this job?

4. Under what conditions do you think it would be justified to move people out of protected areas?

Candidates should send this information to the following e-mail address:

robertmuir@fzs.org - closing date is 22nd November, 2010.

Only candidates selected will be contacted.