Tuesday, February 22, 2011

PETROLEUM GEOLOGIST

TRANSACTION ADVICE AND CAPACITY BUILDING PROJECT FOR THE ENERGY SECTOR

RECRUITMENT OF A PETROLEUM GEOLOGIST

Context

The Ministry of Infrastructure (“MININFRA”) of the Government of the Republic of Rwanda (‘GoR”) is engaged in discussions with foreign investors interested in exploring for oil and gas in the area around Lake Kivu. One such investor has already carried out gravity, magnetic, and other surveys of the East Kivu Graben. The Ministry is now in the process to develop the required legal and fiscal framework and will embark on negotiations with the investor on a Production Sharing Agreement (PSA).

With the financial support of the World Bank, MININFRA is recruiting Legal and Fiscal Experts and would like to spend part of the proceeds on the recruitment of a Petroleum Geologist to review the work already done by the investor, the work plan proposed by the investor and review the proposed work programme of the PSA and advise the Ministry on data management in order to ensure that the GoR is striking a beneficial deal.

Scope of Services

He/she will be based in the Ministry of Infrastructure and will report to the Minister.
He/she will:
- Review and analyze data submitted by Investor;
- Advise the relevant government institutions on the technical aspects of the PSA;
- Advise on the work obligations and commitments to include in the PSA;
- Advise the relevant government institutions on petroleum exploration data capture, storage and management.

Required Qualifications & Experience

- Advanced University Degree in petroleum geology, petroleum geophysics, or any other related field;
- At least 10 years experience working in the upstream petroleum industry, having worked in frontier regions will be an added advantage;
- Experience in advisory services to governments;
- Demonstrable independence as a consultant (i.e. not an exploration company);
- Demonstrate strong business standing by providing information on general consultancy experience, at least five (5) recent major assignments and names of three (3) credible referees including their telephone numbers and email addresses;
- Flexibility in the approach to work, adaptability to changing circumstances.

Duration of the contract

The consultancy contracts will be for an initial period of six (6) months on call down basis and will be dependent on the duration of the negotiations with the investors.

Remuneration

This will be negotiated with successful international consultants/experts.

Application procedures

All applications with CV’s and relevant notified Academics qualification should be addressed to:
The Permanent Secretary
Ministry of Infrastructure
P.O. Box 24
Kigali

An additional copy should be sent to eva.paul@mininfra.gov.rw or delivered to room 504, Ministry of Infrastructure.

Applications should reach the Permanent Secretary on or before 14th March 2011.

Done at Kigali, on 8th February 2011

Marie Claire MUKASINE
Permanent Secretary

Child Protection Specialist (Emergencies), P4

Location information: West and Central Africa region

Purpose of the Position
Under the general supervision of the Regional Chief Child Protection, and in close collaboration with the Regional Chief Emergency you will support WCARO countries to plan and implement child protection in emergencies responses, with particular focus on strengthening the child protection capacities of UNICEF and partners at country level, support the preparation of contingency plans and fulfilment of UNICEF global commitments such as child protection Core Commitments for Children (CCCs) and cluster leadership in child protection.

Key Expected Results
1. You will provide technical support, advice and quality assurance to West and Central Africa country offices affected by emergencies on: the child protection emergency programme response, including the relief and rehabilitation of children and women affected by armed conflicts, tracing and reunification of families, gender based violence, psychosocial support, mine risk education, cluster coordination and early recovery and transition programming (systems building in emergency settings). Provide relevant surge capacity support.

2. You will ensure country offices have appropriate expertise and capacity in relation to child protection in emergencies as defined in the CCCs. Provide timely technical review of country programme related documents and monitor the implementation of follow-up mechanisms.

3. You will support and organize sub-regional initiatives related to children affected by emergencies and armed conflicts. Support the development of sub-regional responses with the aim of assisting countries to develop coordinated responses to cross-border issues around child protection in emergencies, with a specific focus on emergency preparedness, response and advocacy.

4. In collaboration with the Regional Chief Child Protection and the Regional Chief Monitoring and Evaluation, you will support the development of appropriate information management systems: to improve the availability of disaggregated data on the situation of children affected by emergencies (including natural disasters); to establish interagency databases to support case management and track CPIE trends and monitoring and reporting of child rights violations under SC Resolution 1612. When possible, information management systems should be developed as part of an early recovery strategy and to support longer term data management needs.

5. You will strengthen and assure the quality of child protection emergency preparedness, contingency and response plans. In close collaboration with the HQ Child Protection in Emergencies cluster and the WCARO Emergency team, support country offices in developing the child protection component of their contingency plans for operational and programmatic response. These plans should include specific recommendations on actions to be taken by Country Offices, the Regional Office and Headquarters.

Qualifications of Successful Candidate
Advanced university degree, preferably in the social sciences, law or other relevant field.

Eight years professional experience with progressively greater management and advisory responsibilities, in social planning, research, emergency and rehabilitation programmes at national and international levels. Significant experience in analysis and advice on the needs of children affected by conflicts. Direct field experience in planning, managing, monitoring and evaluating child protection in emergencies (conflicts and natural disasters) programmes. Experiences in coordinating protection clusters and monitoring of grave child rights violations are a distinct advantage. Relevant UN or international NGO experience is an asset.

• Advanced knowledge of one or more of the technical areas of UNICEF programmes.
• Advanced technical knowledge of theories, principles and methods in the following: Strengthening child protection systems and partner capacity for protecting children against violence; in emergencies; in respect of harmful traditional practices; in improving justice for children and in strengthening social welfare systems. Use of data and indicators in child protection.

Fluency in English and another UN language.

Competencies of Successful Candidate
Communicates effectively to varied audiences, including during formal public speaking.

Sets high standards for quality of work and consistently achieves project goals.

Able to work effectively in a multi-cultural environment.

Has good leadership and supervisory skills; co-ordinates group activities, ensuring that roles within the team are clear.

Translates strategic direction into plans and objectives.

Analyzes and integrates diverse and complex quantitative and qualitative data from a wide range of sources.

Quickly builds rapport with individuals and groups; maintains an effective network of individuals across organizational departments.

Identifies urgent and potentially difficult decisions and acts on them promptly; initiates and generates team- and department-wide activities.

Demonstrates, applies and shares expert technical knowledge across the organization.

Remarks
Re-advertisement. Candidates who had applied previously will be considered and need not re-apply.

UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages qualified female and male candidates from all national, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of our organisation.

How to apply

Apply through the UNICEF e-recruitment system
http://www.unicef.org/about/employ/index.php

Research Fellow – Evaluation, Learning and Accountability

This is an exciting new opportunity for a Research Fellow to join the Active Learning Network for Accountability and Performance in Humanitarian Action (ALNAP), housed at Overseas Development Institute (ODI)

ALNAP is an international inter-agency network dedicated to improving humanitarian performance through increased learning and accountability. ALNAP is looking for a Research Fellow to work with the ALNAP membership. The successful candidate will develop, conduct and manage high quality and innovative research on humanitarian evaluation, learning and accountability.

You will lead on new and existing research projects and programmes of humanitarian evaluation, learning and accountability with a special focus on different evaluation approaches and different mechanisms for further learning and accountability. The role will involve close liaison and collaboration with ALNAP member organisations such as donors, NGO/INGOs, UN agencies, the Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies, and academics.

Research Fellow Level 1:

In addition to a relevant postgraduate qualification, you have a proven knowledge of humanitarian evaluation, learning and accountability issues, and have gained relevant work experience in the humanitarian sector. You have experience of working in a research environment, ideally with the humanitarian sector, demonstrated by a growing publication and report record. As well as experience of producing research outputs in a short period of time.

How to apply

For more information, please download an application pack from our website at www.odi.org.uk/jobs. If you are experiencing difficulties downloading, please telephone 020 7922 0349 or you can send an email to recruitment@odi.org.uk

Research Programme Consortium (RPC) - Communications Officer

The UK’s leading think tank on international development and humanitarian issues
ODI (www.odi.org.uk) aims to inspire and inform policy and practice to reduce poverty by locking together high-quality applied research and practical policy advice.

The ODI has been awarded a six year RPC contract which has already commenced with a one year inception phase. The RPC will generate evidence on how people make a living, educate their children, deal with illness and access other basic services in fragile and conflict affected situations.

The RPC Communications Officer’s primary role will be to lead the development of the communication and research uptake strategy of the RPC in close collaboration with the CEO and Research Directors and manage the global communications work for the RPC. You will coordinate an international team involving counterparts based in Sri Lanka, UK and US. You will strengthen the capacity of partner organisations in communications, manage the online and print production of research outputs and the RPC brand and visual identity, internal communications, monitoring and evaluation, budgeting, and represent RPC to external audiences.

You will be educated to degree level, preferably in communications or a related field, have strong and broad-based understanding of current communication thinking and approaches, both print and online, particularly in an international environment or development context. You will have excellent organisational and administrative skills, confident communication skills (at all levels) and the ability to prioritise a variety of tasks.

How to apply

General call for applications - Logistics

Action Against Hunger- Canada is looking for experienced humanitarians, Canadian citizens or permanent residents, ready to work abroad, to extend our pool of available expatriates. Experience of 2 years in humanitarian field is necessary.

Responsibilities
- Implementing logistic procedures according to ACF kitlog guidelines,
- Managing the mission procurement plan,
- Supervision and capacity building of logistic staff on a mission,
- Overseeing procurement procedures according to donor guidelines,
- Regular assessments of mission logistic needs,
- Supervision of the use and maintenance of the equipments present on the mission,
- Overseeing monthly logistics reports,
- Defining and implementing the Mission Security Plan,
- Supervising rehabilitation work undertaken by different mission’s programs,
- Constant analysis of security threats linked to ACF activities in the field,
- Participating in the logistic part of the project proposals.

Vacant positions are available at Coordinator and Program Manager levels.

We offer a competitive salary package, taking into account previous work experiences and context and responsibilities of the offered position. Complete insurance, accommodation and flights are covered as well as possibility of children allocations.

How to apply

We accept candidates at all times. To submit your application, please apply on our website www.actionagainsthunger/jobs

If you are not a Canadian citizen or resident, you can visit other website of ACF International network: www.actioncontrelafaim.org, www.actionagainsthunger.org, www.accioncontraelhambre.org

Please note that during the selection process, we might send your CV to another branch of ACF.

Appel a candidatures - Nutrition

Action Contre la Faim – Canada est à la recherche d’humanitaires citoyens canadiens ou résidents permanents, ayant un minimum de 2 ans d’expérience dans le milieu humanitaire, qui soient prêts à partir en mission à l’international afin d’agrandir son bassin d’expatriés disponibles.

Responsabilités
- Encadrer et superviser techniquement les programmes de prise en charge communautaire de la malnutrition aigue,
- Gérer et renforcer les capacités de l’équipe nationale en nutrition,
- Superviser la réalisation d’études nutritionnelles d’après les standards internationaux,
- Partager l’information et travailler en collaboration avec les acteurs compétents de programmes de nutrition du pays mission afin d’identifier des opportunités de partenariat et de programmation,
- Suivre la progression des activités, assurer la collecte des indicateurs programme pertinents et fournir des rapports de l’évolution de la situation,
- Participer à l’élaboration de nouvelles propositions de projets en nutrition et à la conception de la stratégie annuelle d’Action Contre la Faim pour le pays.

Les postes vacants sont de niveaux Coordinateur et Responsable de Programme.

Notre rémunération est compétitive et varie selon le nombre d’années d’expériences ainsi que le contexte et les responsabilités du poste occupé. Frais de transport, d’alimentation, de logement et assurances complètes couverts par ACF ainsi que possibilité d’allocations familiales.

How to apply

Nous acceptons des candidatures en tout temps. Pour soumettre votre CV, veuillez postuler sur le site d’ACF www.actioncontrelafaim/jobs

Si vous n’êtes pas citoyen ou résident canadien, veuillez consulter les autres sites du réseau d’ACF International : www.actioncontrelafaim.org, www.actionagainsthunger.org, www.accioncontraelhambre.org

Veuillez prendre en considération que pendant le processus de sélection, il est possible que nous transmettions votre CV à un autre siège d’ACF.

General call for applications - Nutritions

Action Against Hunger- Canada is looking for experienced humanitarians, Canadian citizens or permanent residents, ready to work abroad, to extend our pool of available expatriates. Experience of 2 years in humanitarian field is necessary.

Responsibilities
- Manage ACF Community Management of Acute Malnutrition programs,
- Technically supervise treatment programs of severe and moderate acute malnutrition in children,
- Supervise and build the capacities of national team in nutrition,
- Oversee the completion of nutritional surveys according to international standards,
- Coordinate and discuss with relevant nutrition program actors in the mission’s country in order to identify partnership and programming opportunities,
- Track the progress of activities, ensure the collecting of program indicators and provide factual reports about the status of the situation,

- Participate in the development of new proposals and the Action Against Hunger annual country strategy.

Vacant positions available at Coordinator and Program Manager levels.

We offer a competitive salary package, taking into account previous work experiences and context and responsibilities of the offered position. Complete insurance, accommodation and flights are covered as well as possibility of children allocations.

How to apply

Programme Officer Humanitarian Affairs

Oxfam Novib is looking for a Programme Officer Humanitarian Affairs based in Jerusalem

Purpose of the job

Among Oxfam affiliates, particularly the five with offices in the Occupied Palestinian Territory and Israel (OPTI), Oxfam Novib (ON) has the role of leading Oxfam’s humanitarian response to the conflict. In collaboration with other Oxfam affiliates and partners, you will develop, coordinate and implement the humanitarian strategy and priority frameworks in a context of protracted emergency with occasional emergency peaks; ensure that Oxfam and partners have the capacity to respond rapidly and proportionately to humanitarian emergencies, and manage Oxfam Novib’s humanitarian response delivery with partners.

Main tasks of the function

Oxfam Novib Response Delivery and Preparedness
• To develop, review and implement the Oxfam Novib humanitarian preparedness strategy and investment plan in-country in collaboration with ON staff, other affiliates and Oxfam partners. To coordinate the appraisal and monitoring of ON’s and partners’ response capacity and coordinate humanitarian capacity building activities for all parties involved in order to achieve the objectives set in the preparedness strategy;
• Contribute to managing funding relations with local organizations from the identification phase, through appraisal, program implementation and evaluation in one or two thematic areas related to humanitarian programming in the OPT & Israel (livelihoods; public health; protection);
• In the event of an emergency peak, to effectively manage ON’s humanitarian response delivery with partners and, in coordination with the ON Country Representative and programme staff, provide steer to strategic and rapid decision-making about strategy, means and staff deployment in a complex, stressful and changing environment. To ensure effective programme management, financial and information management;
• To further develop Oxfam Novib’s humanitarian profile and programme in-country and to identify opportunities for fundraising with funding agencies. To lead acquisition with (potential) donors for humanitarian response and preparedness in close coordination with the Institutional Funding Officer;
• Together with the Country Representative, represent Oxfam Novib within the Oxfam confederation and externally regarding humanitarian matters; to increase Oxfam Novib’s awareness of current humanitarian trends and ensure sound internal and external coordination during preparedness and response;
• Act as security officer for Oxfam Novib on the basis of the agreed and regularly updated Security Management Plan.

Oxfam Humanitarian Lead Role
• To provide leadership to overall Oxfam humanitarian preparedness in-country, including coordinating the development, testing and regular updating of the Oxfam contingency plan in-country and ensure timely decision-making by the country leadership team at the onset of an emergency;
• To assume a leading role in coordinating the Oxfam response in an emergency peak, in coordination with the CountryTeam;
• To coordinate Oxfam’s ongoing monitoring of the humanitarian situation and of (interim) results of humanitarian interventions and contribute to representing Oxfam externally regarding humanitarian matters;
• To develop the Oxfam security framework in country and coordinate with other affiliates in relation to security.

Required skills and experience
• You have a relevant education at academic level, or proven experience at this level;
• You can demonstrate at least 5 years of relevant work experience of which at least 3 years internationally, and ideally have previous experience working in the Occupied Palestinian Territory;
• You bring extensive knowledge of and vision for humanitarian response in a protracted crisis; and experience in emergency response & security management, coordination and preparedness;
• You have specific expertise in food security and/or public health as well as protection, and have good understanding of the role of local and international NGOs in development and humanitarian response;
• You are familiar with international humanitarian law, Sphere, HAP and gender issues;
• You have experience and knowledge of project cycle management, financial management, and fundraising. ECHO experience is desirable;
• You work well in a team, are a good organizer, have outstanding social and intercultural skills and are able to take decisions in a fast-moving context. You have skills in coaching/capacity building/coordination;
• You are able and ready to frequently travel within all areas of the OPT, including regular multiday visits to Gaza;
• You have good communication skills and fluent command of English both in writing and speaking. Knowledge of Arabic is an asset.

Terms and conditions
• The employee will be contracted by Oxfam Novib according to Dutch labour legislation;
• Fulltime contract for one year (with possibility of extension);
• Salary according to Oxfam Novib salary scale 9, a minimum of € 2,562.- and a maximum of € 3,941.- gross per month on the basis of a 36 hours working week. Additional allowances and insurances will be arranged.

How to apply

Application procedure
Are you interested? Send your application including a motivation letter and a curriculum vitae and mentioning reference number 5-0002 to jobs@oxfamnovib.nl to the attention of Patricia Vermeulen, HR Consultant, before 1 March 2011.

Project Manager - Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Expert (WASH)

Peshawar (KPK) with frequent movements to project locations in both KPK and Punjab provinces

Work Context

For Diakonie Katastrophenhilfe the vast majority of the projects in Pakistan are implemented jointly with local NGO partners. In Pakistan, Diakonie Katastrophenhilfe provides support and guidance and ensures bridging between third party donors or DKH Headquarter and the implementing partners. Early recovery efforts are now being planned and underway in some parts of the vast areas devastated during last July’s floods.
Together with the Program Managers, the WASH Expert will be assisting a successful and efficient implementation of projects which in particular cover safe water supply provision, sanitation and hygiene promotion programs in a number of locations in Pakistan in partnership with local NGO(s).
Need may also arise to offer assistance on alternative approach and innovative climate-friendly water supply technologies. DKH is committed to sustainable and environmentally friendly methods of water use.
Main tasks:

A. Capacity building

• Support implementing partners with technical advice during all phases of the projects (proposal writing, project implementation, monitoring, evaluation, reporting) to ensure quality and accountability of their project work
• Support DKH staff in all aspects related to WASH projects and provide qualified knowledge to support decision making procedures within the organisation
• Assist in developing and formulating an WASH policy to be applied by DKH until the end of the flood programs and perhaps beyond
• Conduct trainings for partners and capacity-building in project communities in close coordination with implementing partners

B. Project Management

• Ensure together with the Program Manager, successful completion of project implementation
• Assist the implementing partner during all phases of the projects from needs assessment to reporting
• Support the Program Managers and all other staff of DKH in all WASH related questions and issues
• Formulate calls for proposals, assess project proposals, project implementation, monitoring and evaluation
• Assist in all procurement activities related to WASH projects in order to guarantee cost-efficient, appropriate , environmentally sound and qualitative procurement mechanisms
• Adhere to the Strategic Plan of DKH Pakistan and participate in developing a comprehensive and integrated action plan

C. Monitoring and Evaluation

• Develop and ensure implementation of M&E plans and log frames for the successful and smooth implementation of WASH projects
• Document lessons learnt and project assessments for DKH´s internal learning and policy development process
• Develop plans, and assist in putting them into practice, for baseline data collection by partners before take-off of WASH projects

D. Project Administration
• Submit narrative reports (including risk maps, graphs, tables, photos) on projects implemented focussing on major achievements and particular effects on disaster resilience of beneficiaries;
• Coordinate with partner organisations for project related correspondences, feedback and support, when needed;
• Accompany project visitors to the field when required, in consultation with the HoM;
• Attend related meetings and workshops on Water, Sanitation and Hygiene in Multan, Peshawar and other places in Pakistan in order to learn from other organisations and to share DKH´s experiences and knowledge on those subjects, in agreement with the HoM;
• Liaise with other INGOs, UN and government agencies to create synergies with the water and sanitation interventions
• Carry out any other tasks assigned by the line Supervisor or the HoM.

Qualifications
The requested minimum qualifications are as follows:
• University degree and specific additional qualification in a WASH related discipline (Environmental Health, Public Health, Civil Engineering etc)
• Minimum 5 years of humanitarian aid experience in WASH programs and project management in tropical and sub-tropical regions
• Demonstrated experience in working with partner organisations (NGOs) with a strong element of capacity building of partners and institutions.
• Demonstrated capacity to live in harsh conditions and insecure environment

For this post, the following further qualifications are an asset:
• Demonstrated experience in provision of safe water supply, sanitation and hygiene promotion projects and commitment to sustainable and environmentally friendly practices in tropical and sub-tropical regions
• Knowledge on hydrology, hydrogeology, water quality and testing (as needed)
• Demonstrated experience in supervision of WASH facility construction
• Demonstrated understanding of safe water supply, environmental health issues and hygiene promotion policies and procedures of governments, international NGO and donor agencies;
• Good understanding of key principles of international NGOs including accountability, impartiality, neutrality, independence, cooperation, and intercultural understanding;
• Excellent analytical/problem-solving skills and detail orientation;
• Excellent knowledge of the English language and computer skills;
• Strong commitment to teamwork;
• Effective communication, motivating leadership and interpersonal skills;
• Belief in the principles of participatory approaches to water use, environmental protection and climate change adaptation.
• Awareness of approaches for mainstreaming of cross-cutting issues such as gender and DRR.
• Strong facilitation and coaching skills; experience of designing and delivering training programs

Remuneration: The remuneration will follow internationally accepted standards.

How to apply

Please send your application and CV by e-mail to the HR Officer Mrs. Michaela Istvan at Diakonie Headquarter, m.istvan@diakonie-katastrophenhilfe.de

For detailed information about the assignment please contact Michael Frischmuth, Head of Asia Desk at Diakonie Headquarter, m.frischmuth@diakonie-katastrophenhilfe.de , phone +49-711-2159-573

Ability to develop good and supportive coaching / mentoring relationships with WASH Field Technical Support Officers and Field-based WASH Technicians

only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

Assignment Period: March 1st 2011, one year with possible extension, none-family posting

PROJECT ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

The SADC Secretariat invites suitably qualified and experienced applicants who are citizens of Botswana to apply for the position of Project Administrative Assistant under the Shared Watercourses Support Project for the Buzi, Ruvuma and Save River Basins.

PROJECT ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

Overall Purpose of the job: Provide administrative support to the Project Coordination Office established in the SADC Directorate of Infrastructure and Services.

Main duties and Responsibilities:

Provide overall secretarial support to the Project Coordination Office;
Perform financial assistant’s functions including but not limited to initiation of transactions, financial data capturing, maintaining financial records, preparing bank reconciliations, etc.
Organizing logistical arrangements for project meetings, workshops and other events;
Servicing meetings;
Procure office supplies, travel and courier services;
Organize and maintain an adequate project filing system;
Maintain an up-to-date inventory of project assets;
Ensure the smooth running of the Project Office;

Qualifications:

Diploma in accounting / business administration;
Professional qualification in finance at intermediate level (ACCA, CIMA or CIS);

Experience:

Minimum of three (3) years verifiable work experience in administrative / finance assistant functions;

Other Skills Requirements:

Computer literacy;
Fluency in English (verbal and written);
Valid drivers license;
Analytical and problem solving skills;
Good communication and interpersonal skills;
Attention to detail;
Professional secretariat training will be an added advantage;
Knowledge of Portuguese will be an added advantage.

Duration of the Contract:

Valid up to 31st December 2012

Remuneration:

Attractive package will be offered on the basis of qualifications and experience

Closing Date:

Interested applicants should send their CV’s, SADC Application Form, certified copies of educational, professional certificate and references not later than March 03, 2011 to:

The Executive Secretary
ATTENTION: Director HR & Admin
SADC Secretariat
P/ Bag 0095
Gaborone, BOTSWANA

PLEASE NOTE:

We regret to inform you that only shortlisted applicants will be communicated to.

Attachments:

Terms of Reference for Project Administrative Assistant - Final.doc [57344]

Director – SADC Groundwater Management Institute

The Southern African Development Community’s (SADC) mission is to promote sustainable and equitable economic growth and socio-economic development through efficient productive systems, deeper co-operation and integration, good governance, and durable peace and security, so that the region emerges as a competitive and effective player in international relations and the world economy. SADC has the goal of fostering cooperation and mutual benefit from the resources of the region amongst its members. In an effort to promote organizational excellence SADC seeks highly qualified individuals for the following position:

Vacancy Details

Vacancy Code	SADC/2011/GMI/001
Post Title	Director – SADC Groundwater Management Institute
Organization	SADC Groundwater Management Institute
Post Location	Bloemfontein, Republic of South Africa
Duration	3 years (probation period up to 3 months)
Closing Date	March 19th 2011

Background

Responding to the issues and challenges facing groundwater management in the Southern African Development Community (SADC), SADC identified the need for an institution to raise the understanding of groundwater management through research, knowledge management, coordination, awareness and capacity building. This Institution established is the SADC Groundwater Management Institute (GMI) and will address issues of concern and become a center of excellence in groundwater in the SADC region and internationally. This institution’s vision is to “ensure the equitable and sustainable use and protection of groundwater, as well as being a centre of excellence in the areas of groundwater drought management and management of groundwater dependant ecosystems in the region”.

Duties and Responsibilities

The Incumbent is to interpret the institutional mandate of the GMI into strategic/operational objectives and to provide leadership, management and oversight to all programs and operations of the GMI. The Incumbent will design, develop and implement the strategic plan for the Institute and is responsible for both the day-to-day running of the Institute and developing business plans for the long term future of the organization. In addition the Incumbent is legally responsible for the Institute's affairs, so they must comply with the appropriate rules and regulations set out in laws under which the Institute is registered. The Incumbent reports to and is accountable to the GMI board and the Members of the organization.

The incumbent will:

Provide strategy and policy direction, including alignment of operations to outputs;
Drive the functional and organisational development process of the GMI in line with the strategic business plan;
Manage operations of GMI, providing internal leadership and supervision of the functioning of all GMI divisions;
Act as a custodian of corporate governance for the GMI and as the accountable officer;
Responsible for sound financial management for GMI;
Coordinate and manage the decision making processes;
Develop the GMI as a regional SADC institution;
Drive the organisational and individual performance management;
Report to the Board and advises SADC member states on strategic and operational issues relating to groundwater management

Required Selection Criteria Competencies

Management: Business management, strategic and business planning, performance management, change management, and finance management;
An understanding of groundwater and the issues facing its management;
Ability to interact effectively with and represent an organization to a wide range of clients and stakeholders in multiple organizations and cultures;
Excellent negotiation, multi-cultural, and inter-personnel skills, with experience and demonstrated; skills in networking with Ministry level-partners, donors, private sector, national and international NGOs, and local community-based organizations;
Ability to fundraise (private and public sector and donor community);
Extensive knowledge of SADC legal framework and operating environment;
Excellent written, analytical, presentation and reporting skills, with proven skill in writing reports and project management plans;
Use of a range of management tools to ensure effective running of the programmes;
Excellent organizational, record-keeping and decision making skills;
Team working, flexibility and good inter-personal skills;
Problem solving skills in day-to-day and crises situations. Calm under pressure;
Be able and willing to travel extensively regionally; and,
Self-motivated, versatile and ability to motivate diverse teams.

Education/Experience/Language

Post Graduate/Advance degree in hydrogeology, natural sciences, business, or related field;
Minimum of 6 years in Senior Managerial or Leadership Positions;
Must have a strong knowledge of and prior experience in financial operations, financial management, human resources and recruitment, procurement, logistics, and other administrative functional areas;
Experience developing programmes, business plans, work plans and budgets;
Knowledge of strategic planning, project/programme cycle management, and performance management.
Proven representational, negotiation, communication, networking and fundraising skills.
Strong interpersonal and diplomatic skills and experience in dealing with politically sensitive matters
Previous work in the SADC Region;
Experience with groundwater and natural resources is a benefit;
Excellent knowledge of English (oral and verbal); and,
Fluency in SADC Languages (French, or Portuguese) is desirable.

Submission of Applications

Qualified candidates may submit their application, including a letter of interest, complete Curriculum Vitae and an updated SADC Personal History Profile (http://www.sadc.int/jobs) via e-mail to semakalengh@unops.org cc: to philipb@unops.org. Kindly indicate the vacancy number and the post title in the subject line when applying by email.

Remuneration

A competitive package commensurate with the level of qualification and experience, similar to comparable positions in regional institutions

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.
SADC reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a level below the advertised level of the post.
SADC residents are encouraged to apply

Technical Specialist – SADC Groundwater Management Institute

Vacancy Details

Vacancy Code	SADC/2011/GMI/002
Post Title	Technical Specialist – SADC Groundwater Management Institute
Organization	SADC Groundwater Management Institute
Post Location	Bloemfontein, Republic of South Africa
Duration	3 years (probation period up to 3 months)
Closing Date	March 19th 2011

Background

Duties and Responsibilities

The Incumbent is to provide technical support to the Director of the SADC GMI and SADC Member States to coordinate and facilitate the design and implementation of (research, development, capacity building etc) programmes in line with the strategic mandate of the GMI. This post requires high level technical understanding of groundwater management. The Incumbent reports to and is accountable to the GMI Director.

The incumbent will:

Support to the GMI Director in the development and operating of the GMI; Develop projects, programmes, courses and other activities to move forward groundwater management in the SADC region;
Provide strategic support with regard to policy direction, including alignment of operations to strategic outputs and assist with the interpretation of the mandate of the GMI into strategic objectives;
Drive capacity building and groundwater management programmes of the GMI in line with the strategic business plan;
Serve on the senior management team of GMI to set policy, define objectives, develop marketing and operational plans;
Initiate, manage and supervise the GMI’s technical groundwater projects and programmes;
Draft terms of reference and funding proposals for research projects and programmes;
Develops and maintains relationships with SADC member representatives and relevant institutions, and establish the reputation of the SADC GMI;
Liaise with international, SADC based organizations and governments on capacity building and support initiatives;
Provide support to the Director with regard to the development of relevant MoUs and contracts to facilitate effective management of strategic relationships with other groundwater institutions;
Identify with member states and SADC Water Division, opportunities and priorities for research and development related to groundwater management, monitoring and capacity building; and,
Supervise day-to-day activities associated with the implementation of programmes and projects for the GMI.

Required Selection Criteria Competencies

Expertise in groundwater and an in depth understanding of the issues facing its management;
Ability to interact effectively with and represent the organization to a wide range of clients and stake holders in multiple organizations and cultures;
Excellent negotiation, multi-cultural, and inter-personnel skills, with experience and demonstrated skills in networking with Ministry level-partners, donors, private sector, national and international NGOs, and local community-based organizations;
Extensive knowledge of SADC legal framework and operating environment;
Strong management skills, including ability to provide strategic guidance, technical oversight, prepare workplans, and manage budgets and project expenditures;
Excellent inter-personnel and consensus building skills, with the ability to foster a strong team environment and mentor staff;
Excellent written, analytical, presentation and reporting skills;
Use of a range of management tools to ensure effective running of the programmes;
Excellent organizational, record-keeping and decision making skills;
Team working, flexibility and good inter-personal skills;
Problem solving skills in day-to-day and crises situations. Calm under pressure;
Be able and willing to travel extensively regionally; and,
Be self-motivated, versatile and ability to motivate diverse teams.

Education/Experience/Language

At least 10 years of working experience in groundwater or natural resources management or related fields with recognized technical expertise;
A Masters or Phd. level degree in groundwater, natural resource management, water resources or related field;
Experience with project development, design and management;
Proven experience with ToR, proposal, report writing, and management plan development;
Experience in the management of complex projects at transboundary and /or national levels;
Experience and skills in networking with Ministry level-partners, donors, NGOs, and local community-based organizations. Experience in the implementation of participatory projects is an advantage.;
Demonstrated writing, presentation, and reporting skills;
Experience with work and travel is SADC member states is preferred;
Excellent computer skills, including MS office programs (Pastel/MS Excel/MS Word/MS Project);
Excellent knowledge of English (oral and verbal); and,
Fluency in SADC Languages (French, or Portuguese) is desirable.

Submission of Applications

Remuneration

A competitive package commensurate with the level of qualification and experience, similar to comparable positions in regional institutions.

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.
SADC reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a level below the advertised level of the post.
SADC residents are encouraged to apply

Programme Officer

United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland (the) - London

Programme Officer Brazil and Paraguay

CAFOD, one of the UK's major aid agencies, is presently looking for a Programme Officer for our Brazil and Paraguay programmes. You should have country and regional knowledge and experience and be able to work in partnership with local organisations in complex development environments to help us translate our plans for development and justice into reality.

Working as part of the Latin America region, in the Brazil and Paraguay team, you will be responsible for the programmes in these two countries. We are seeking an enthusiastic individual, fluent in English, Portuguese and Spanish. You will have proven experience in programme cycle management, writing proposals and assessing reports, strategic planning and capacity building of local partners and supporting advocacy work.

You will have a commitment to working in partnership, along with excellent communication and interpersonal skills enabling you to build and hold relationships with a broad range of people in various cultural contexts. The post is based in London, but will require travel to Brazil and Paraguay.

How to apply

To read more and apply, please visit cafod.org.uk/jobs by 13 March 2011.

PHP Developer - Reelforge Media Monitoring

Reelforge Media Monitoring is the region's most exciting, advanced and fastest growing media monitoring and intelligence company.

Reelforge is a Kenyan company that was formed with a clear and focused mission: To completely redefine media monitoring within the region.

We invite applications for: PHP Developer

The Developer will be responsible for developing and maintaining the Reelforge applications clients utilising in depth PHP and MySQL skills.

Duties and Responsibilities

Building and maintenance of core PHP based applications.
To design and develop relational database systems and their web interfaces.
To assist the Technical Director in the planning of overall company strategy regarding web development .
To monitor web server and site technical performance

Skills / Attributes Required

Previous PHP programming experience
Strong database knowledge, specifically MySQL knowledge.
Experience of the full software development life cycle: from requirements gathering and functional specification authoring, to development, testing and delivery
Commercial experience in Web Application development and / or software development .
Good knowledge of the Linux command line essential.
Front-end development including jQuery (desirable, not essential).
Understanding of Ajax (desirable, not essential).
Enthusiasm and an interest in all things technology
A flexible attitude with proven experience of working in a small team.
Excellent communication skills and attention to detail.

How to apply:

Click here to apply for this job online

ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND HIGHER EDUCATION PROJECT COORDINATOR

Location: Amsterdam
Duration: 9 months with possibility of extension
Deadline: February 28th 2011

ETS’s assessment tools, such as the TOEFL® test and the GRE® test, are internationally recognized in the world of education. With more than 2700 employees worldwide, ETS is the world’s largest private educational assessment and research organization. Our mission is to advance quality and equity in education worldwide.

We are recruiting a professional to work on a rewarding project in the fields of English language assessment for International Higher Education

Working in the Academic & Government Relations group, you will be responsible for:

Representing ETS TOEFL® Program and Higher Education program in Student Fairs and Conferences;
Responding promptly and appropriately to issues, questions or concerns of test takers of ETS’s assessment tools;
Reviewing and preparing contact databases and providing trip reports;
Providing workshops and training seminars;
Working with the back office to facilitate in resolving issues;
Helping to develop marketing and other outreach materials directed to students;
Providing general organizational support to the team.

At least two years of experience, including:

Experience working in customer service;
Experience working with students or students networks would be an asset;
Experience working with organizational/ administrative tasks;
Experience working in a multicultural and multilingual environment.

Other qualifications:

Strong written and verbal communication skills;
Travel availability;
Organizational skills, flexibility, taking responsibility and being able to work in a dynamic team;
Awareness of multilingualism issues in Europe & French Higher Education System would be an asset.

Education:

University Degree in Business/Languages;
Post graduate degree would be an asset would be an asset;
Experience/Certificate of teacher of English as a second/foreign language.

Languages:

Bilingual English - French. Other European languages would be an asset.

To apply, please send your CV and a cover letter to customassessment@etsglobal.org

The deadline for applications is 28 February 2011.
www.etsglobal.org – www.ets.org

Press and Public Relations (PR) Group Leader (f/m)

The European X-Ray Free Electron Laser Facility GmbH (European XFEL GmbH) is a multi-national nonprofit company. It will make available X-rays of unique quality for studies in physics, chemistry, life sciences, materials research and others. Located in the Hamburg area, Germany, it will comprise scientific instruments for a wide range of experimental techniques. Construction of the European XFEL is underway, its commissioning is scheduled for 2014. We are looking for a

Press and Public Relations (PR) Group Leader (f/m)

The position

The holder of the position is responsible for all press and public relations issues addressing various audiences including the general public. In particular, the holder of the position will

develop and implement the communication strategy to enhance the company's national and international visibility;
initiate, write and launch press releases, be the contact person for the media;
organize and lead all external communication efforts of the European XFEL GmbH (newsletter, internet presence and social media, brochures and flyers, visual media, presentations and exhibitions, advertising media, special events, and so on);
lead and manage a team of 2–3 PR professionals and cooperate with several freelancers;
cooperate with science communicator networks and collaborate with PR offices of the company's shareholders, especially with that of DESY;
organize and lead the outreach activities for the neighbourhoods around the European XFEL construction sites.

Requirements

You have gained a full academic qualification as a natural scientist, preferably as a physicist, and an additional education in science journalism or a few years of professional experience as a science writer or PR officer for a high-tech or research organization. Additional skills needed include

experience in and passion for the communication of scientific research;
experience in working directly with the media;
excellent handling of both English and German;
high degree of initiative and creativity;
ability to organize, work independently and to tight deadlines, handle multiple and changing priorities, and work in a team;
substantial working knowledge of all MS Office applications and Adobe Acrobat as well as experience with web and social media tools;

For additional information contact Massimo Altarelli (massimo.altarelli@xfel.eu)

Reference number: A-033

Application: Please apply here and provide a motivational cover letter next to a CV in English and your work certificates.

Duration: This appointment is unlimited.

Salary and benefits are similar to those of public service organisations in Germany. Handicapped persons will be given preference over other equally qualified applicants. The European XFEL GmbH is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and encourages applications from women. English is working language, knowledge of German is considered an asset. The European XFEL GmbH intends to achieve an international staff. Non-German candidates hired from abroad receive an international allowance.

Deadline for application: 30 April 2011

European XFEL GmbH
Albert-Einstein-Ring 19, 22761 Hamburg, Germany
Mailing address: Notkestr. 85, 22607 Hamburg, Germany

www.xfel.eu

Please apply here and provide a motivational cover letter next to a CV in English and your work certificates.

Regional HIV & AIDS Progamme Coordinator

2 year contract with possible extension
Based in Nairobi, Kenya

HelpAge International (HelpAge) is a global network of not-for-profit organisations with a vision of a world where older people fulfill their potential to lead active, dignified, healthy and secure lives. With more than 70 affiliates and 300 partners across more than 50 countries the HelpAge International network brings together hundreds of organisations worldwide.

The Africa Regional Development Centre (ARDC) is one of six regional centres working to build and strengthen older people’s organisations around the world which provide a wide range of services related to social protection, sustaining a livelihood in old age, HIV and AIDS, discrimination & abuse, health and emergencies.

The overall purpose of the job is to work with the Portfolio Manager of the BIG Lottery Fund supported programme in ensuring the effective implementation of projects in at least two African countries.

The Programme Coordinator will provide information on best practice for HelpAge International and contribute to HelpAge’s strategy of enabling older men and women to receive quality health HIV and care services as well as specifically support the HIV and AIDS advocacy strategy.

The ideal candidate should have a degree in Public Health, Social Sciences or any other relevant discipline with three years work experience in an NGO. Strong numerical, communication (written and spoken) and interpersonal skills are essential attributes for this role. Familiarity with HIV and AIDS programme implementation and advocacy is preferred, as well as ability to write well designed reports.

HelpAge International Job Description

Job Title: Regional HIV & AIDS Programme Coordinator [AFR600]

Grade: NS2

Location: Africa Regional Development Centre, with regional travel

Responsible to: Regional Programme Manager

Reporting to: HIV and AIDS Portfolio Manager

Relations with Others:

Affiliates, partners, Country Development Programmes- to support, train, monitor and evaluate in the implementation of AFR 600 projects and keeping in line with the wider HIV and AIDS strategy of the ARDC
Regional Development Centre staff – to ensure synergy and linkages with the Social Protection, Rights and Emergency global action areas, Advocacy and Communications and promote donor compliance, build the knowledge base at the ARDC and consistency of approach in HelpAge International’s work in the region and to ensure the development of complementary activities
Development organizations working on HIV & AIDS – to share information and influence changes in policies and practices
Relevant national and regional HIV and AIDS and social protection networks, forums and working groups, the media and associations of PLHIV to ensure that we are building appropriate alliances in our quest for inclusive policies and programmes
Staff and volunteers of NGOs, INGOs and Governments to disseminate learning and sharing of experiences
In HelpAge London with the project team involved in project 9 in relation to the tasks of the Programme and with the learning and evidence team to contribute to the wider organizational learning agenda

Overall Purpose of the Job

To work with the Portfolio Manager of BIG Lottery Fund supported programme in ensuring the effective implementation of BLF projects in at least two countries, and to provide information on best practice for HelpAge International and others and to support and contribute to HelpAge’s strategy of enabling older men and women to receive quality health HIV and care services and specifically support the HIV and AIDS advocacy strategy.

Job Activities

Provide on-going daily support to partners in AFR 600 projects for Ethiopia and Uganda for effective and timely implementation of the nine projects within the framework of the project contracts.
Support the Portfolio Manager to receive and coordinate both narrative and financial reports from partners in six countries and to develop quality control mechanisms to ensure efficient reporting to BIG Lottery Fund.
Help develop HelpAge’s regional and global HIV and AIDS strategy by taking a lead in AFR 600 projects in two countries within the portfolio that promotes older people’s active participation in lobbying and advocacy.
Support partners and beneficiaries in the two countries in developing national HIV and AIDS policies and strategies that ensure the inclusion of older people’s issues in the current HIV and AIDS strategies
Build the capacity of partners in to develop and implement sound HIV and AIDS programmes, through effective training events and timely mentoring.
Support the Monitoring & Evaluation Officer in data quality assurance issues and the Learning Officer to ensure consistency in data and type of learning gathered and disseminated
Support the Regional Advocacy and Communications Manager in providing technical support and guidance to the project advocacy groups and to partner organizations in implementing regional level advocacy initiatives
Contribute to the development and dissemination of information on key lessons learnt in the HIV and AIDS work within and beyond the HelpAge network in Africa and globally.
Develop links and share experiences with other stakeholders in order to promote the mainstreaming of ageing issues in HIV and AIDS, poverty reduction and advocacy programmes development work.
Support the Portfolio Manager in strengthening best practices in governance in partner organizations.
Participate in the activities of the HelpAge International Africa Regional Development Centre and undertake additional duties as requested to achieve the Regional Development Center’s and HelpAge International’s overall objectives.

Extent of Authority

The post-holder will make day-to-day decisions regarding the implementation of work within an agreed set of Performance Objectives worked out with the post-holder’s line manager.

Person Specification

Essential

Degree level of education
A minimum of three years experience in working with NGOs managing and implementing development programmes
A minimum of 5 years experience in development work, especially at the policy level
Experience in advocating issues affecting vulnerable groups and influencing policies and strategies in line with this
An in-depth understanding of HIV and AIDS and related issues in Africa
Extensive experience in programme development
Experience in institutional strengthening
Appreciation of and experience in operational research and its application in programming
Understanding of participatory knowledge management and willingness to document and disseminate lessons learnt
Experience in the operation of an international development organisation.
Fluent spoken and written English
Ability to write narrative and financial reports of a standard required by international donor organizations.
Skills in working with local and national agencies and to represent the work of HelpAge International to them and their beneficiaries.
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to interact with a wide range of people, including project participants

Desirable

Knowledge and interest of ageing preferred
Familiarity with HIV and AIDS, public health, international development, and/or social science research

To apply for this position, please send an updated CV and covering letter by 7th March 2011 explaining how you meet the criteria for the role to:

Human Resource Officer
HelpAge International
Africa Regional Development Centre,
P.O. Box 14888 - 00800
Westlands, Nairobi
Email: helpage@helpage.co.ke

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

HelpAge International is an equal opportunities employer

Swissport Airport Operations Manager

The Company:

Swissport has been operating in Kenya since 1997 with great success, and currently serves 20 airline customers, handling nearly 4,000 flights a year.

Swissport believes in quality customer orientation that delivers top-class service on all levels. Every employee is expected to "live our corporate values": after all, the culture of any company will be evident in its employees' attitude to their customers.

Our three main cornerstones are:

People: We show respect towards people and their values by working with enthusiasm and enjoyment. We do not compromise on safety.

Professionalism: We are pioneers and want to creatively explore new options. We focus on achieving sustainable results.

Partnership: We strive to exceed the expectations of our customer and keep the promises we make. We deliver excellent service: at any time, at any place.

We are currently seeking applications from suitably qualified candidates for the position of Manager, Airport Operations.

Interested candidates should have the following qualifications:

Scope of Duties and Responsibilities

Financial & Commercial Perspective

Contribute to establishing the annual budget and monitor expenditures
Ensure that personnel and equipment are planned and deployed in the most cost effective manner
Actively explore potential cost savings and/or new business potential

Customer & Stakeholder Perspective

Establish and maintain close relationships with representatives of customer airlines and with the relevant Airport Authorities
Represent the company in meetings with representatives of customer airlines and with the relevant Airport Authorities
Ensure that Swissport’s core values are communicated to all departmental staff thus ensuring that we strive to exceed the expectations of our customers and deliver excellent service

Internal Business Processes

Ensure that operational procedures are established, implemented and maintained
Ensure that operational processes are carried out in accordance with contractual agreement with customer airlines
Enforce personnel policies
Determine Key Performance Indicators for all operational departments and ensure these are met
Set and maintain quality standards (incl ISO 9001)

Organizational Leadership, Learning & Development

Provide direction, guidance, coaching and leadership to the respective heads of operational departments and the Duty Managers Operations
Develop managerial skills of direct reports and their supervisory staff
Develop & implement a succession management system for each department.
Ensure the fostering of good industrial relations
Take part in meetings with the Labour Union, such as CBA negotiations

Corporate Governance & Risk Management

Develop and maintain a proper reporting system of operational results to the Chief Executive Officer
Strictly adhere to reporting systems of operational results to Swissport International.
Ensure strict compliance with all international and local government/statutory requirements regarding aviation and airport operations

KPA’s (Key Performance Areas)

People management
Managing operational costs
Providing technical expertise
Organising, (such as planning work allocation and analysing the manpower requirements).
Monitoring work processes
Dealing with customers/clients
Measuring and reporting operational performance

Key Competencies

Effective Leadership – Foster the development of members of his or her team, providing feedback, support, encouragement and coaching
Customer focus – Unceasing care in looking after the interests of external and internal customers to ensure that their wants, needs and expectations are met or exceeded.
Results Orientation – Set and meet challenging goals, create own measure of excellence and constantly seek ways of improving performance.
Strategic Orientation – Take a long-term and visionary view of the direction to be followed in the future.
Business Acumen - The understanding of key business drivers for performance and use of sound business practices. The ability to use sound commercial principles in all areas of responsibility.
Quality Focus – Focus on delivering quality and continuous improvement
Creativity – Originate new practices, concepts and ideas

Job Specification

Education: University Degree
Experience: 3 years in a relevant managerial position
Professional: Business Management / Logistics Management

Closing Date: March 20, 2011

Applications together with the relevant certificates should be forwarded

by email to: hr@swissportkenya.co.ke

or through post to:

The Human Resource Manager,
Swissport Kenya/Airside Limited,
P.O. Box 19177, Nairobi
Kenya

Programme Manager - Construction

The individual will be managing anywhere from 10-30 construction projects simultaneously. These projects are not complex, but the deadlines are tight (less than 6 weeks) and the resources are limited. As a result it will be very important to know exactly how every resource is prioritized and allocated for every hour of every day.
Working in informal settlements can be very challenging and often requires many last minute changes to the priorities and schedules. The individual will need to be comfortable making last minute adjustments and redeploying resources to meet the priorities of the company.
Besides ensuring that resources are moving tasks forward in the correct places, the Programme Manager will need to ensure that we have timely payments to suppliers, fundis, and labourers. This means ensuring the work is done and scheduling the payments in time, so that the Finance team has time to process the payment and Site Manager has time to pay his team before they break for the day.

Other responsibilities include:

Timely decision-making for effective allocation/re-allocation of resources within priorities that change on a day-to-day basis.
Definition of a regular system of review of work progress and resource allocation in order to provide a useful overview of the whole of the ongoing construction work.
Create master work programmes, based on baseline nested work programmes, for all on-going projects.
Collect and collate weekly work plans from the field, into the programmes and evaluate project status for decision making on resource allocations.
Prepare, based on the programmes, schedules of labour, materials, payment and other information as required.
Prepare daily, weekly and monthly reports on resource utilization for review by the Construction Team.

About You

Minimum of 8 to 10 years experience in project management, including projects that have multiple resources that need to be scheduled in and out of the project over the life cycle of the project to optimize costs.
An expert level knowledge of how to effectively use Gantt charts, including complete fluency in Microsoft Project or equivalent program. You should also be able to create Gantt charts with Excel.
Must be able to manage competing demands, accept criticism and constructive feedback, while being extremely adaptable and flexible.
Excellent writing and oral communication skills are required
Ability to identify potential problems, conflicts, and delays before they become an issue and communicate them clearly to the Head of Department.
Good people management skills that result in timely completion of deliverables.
Demonstrated ability to solve problems.
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.

How to apply

Applicants should go to Bridge International Academies website – job postings - where all the new jobs are listed

Deadline for applications: 4th March 2011

Quality Assurance Process Engineer

Location: Nairobi, Kenya

About Bridge International Academies

Bridge International Academies is a startup revolutionizing education across Africa with a truly unique business model. The company has launched a large-scale franchise-like network of ultra low-cost for-profit private primary schools across Africa.

Our schools profitably deliver high-quality education for less than $4 per child per month, enabling local school managers to operate their school businesses profitably, while creating a highly successful business at the central level. We now have 25 schools in Kenya, and plan to rapidly scale the company to serve more than 1 million students.

About this position

We have and are continuing to develop one of the most sophisticated operational approaches to providing affordable education to MILLIONS of children in one of the most challenging environments in the world! We’re looking for an experienced full-time Quality Assurance Engineer to join our software development team and help create tools that will support the operations for our network of schools.

Our success relies on our “School in a Box”, a sophisticated set of custom developed systems, tools and processes (think McDonalds or Starbucks) that are used by all School Managers, as well as by support teams at Headquarters to audit, monitor and support all of our schools.

While the end-user (School Manager) technology at the school is limited to paper and a mobile phone, all of our systems and processes are underpinned by a sophisticated set of supporting and enabling technologies that allows schools to operate cost effectively and efficiently, with oversight by headquarters.

More specifically:

We are looking for a full time Quality Assurance Process Engineer with responsibilities of:

Partnering closely with Six Sigma Process Engineers to design, update and improve software systems to meet business needs
Implementing computer-based, short-term corrective actions until long-term systemic ERP solutions can be engineered and released
Ensuring the failure modes tracking is updated with new detection, severity and frequency ratings upon completion of failure mode remediation
Developing and managing efficient QA processes including defect tracking and software release processes
Writing end-user FAQs and training end-users to ensure the system is deployed and used as designed
Providing first line technical support to in-house users of software developed by our team

About You

You have BA/BS in Computer Science or related technical field
You have a minimum of 3 years experience in quality assurance of enterprise software
You have a solid understanding of quality assurance techniques and best practices
You have strong communication skills and work well as part of a team
You are well organized and pay attention to detail
You function well in a fast-paced, informal environment where constant change is the norm and the bar for quality is set high

Examples of our Software Needs

The following are examples some of the software projects that are currently under development or consideration:

Automated Student Payment Information System - manages billing, automatically updates database with data from banks and mobile payment company, provides tools for operator to correct and assign payments, and uses SMS interface to send coded updates to Schools, and receive interactive SMS queries and remote error correction.
Customized integrated financial system - taking customizable financial package and integrating with payment information system, reporting tool, and developing additional tools for automated budget tracking and SMS-based payment requests.
Data Management and Dashboard/Reporting Tools for HQ staff to support schools - we must develop tools that collect key performance data and provide dashboards/reports to allow support teams to monitor progress of our schools.
Mobile Phone/PDA App - We will be investigating the feasibility and cost of porting of many of our paper-based processes at our schools to a mobile phone or PDA app to streamline school operations.

How to apply

Applicants should go to Bridge International Academies website – job postings - where all the new jobs are listed

Deadline for applications: 4th March 2011

Project Architect - Bridge International Academies

The individual will be managing anywhere from 10-30 construction projects simultaneously. These projects are not complex, but the deadlines are tight (less than 6 weeks) and the resources are limited. As a result, timeliness will be critical to ensure that projects take off within the stipulated timelines.
The architect shall prepare typical layout and detailed drawings for standard application in the construction of the branded schools.
In addition to standard drawings, the architect shall prepare site-specific site layouts, and ground preparation schemes.
Working closely with the land acquisition team, tasks shall include site measurement, site evaluation, site analysis and ground preparation prior to commencement of construction.
Reviewing and continuously improving the school design to enhance space utilization and ergonomics of the spaces and furniture.
Reviewing typical BQs to adjust for changes due to specific site conditions, design reviews or process improvement.

About You

Minimum of 4 to 5 years experience in a busy architectural design environment handling multiple projects concurrently.
Demonstrated experience in production of construction detail drawings.
Excellent AutoCAD/ArchiCAD/Artlantis skills and experience including 3D and rendering.
Must be able to manage competing demands, accept criticism and constructive feedback, while being extremely adaptable and flexible.
Excellent writing and oral communication skills are required
Ability to identify potential problems, conflicts, and delays before they become an issue and communicate them clearly to the Head of Department.
Good people management skills that result in timely completion of deliverables.
Demonstrated ability to solve problems.
Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office.

How to apply

Applicants should go to Bridge International Academies website – job postings - where all the new jobs are listed

Deadline for applications: 4th March 2011

Procurement & Logistics Specialist

Juba, Southern Sudan

Responsibilities:

Sourcing of suppliers of Building Materials, Tools, Equipment, Spare parts and many more
Negotiating procurement terms with current and new suppliers.
Take part in the company’s tender preparation process
Running and keeping of the purchasing database (deliveries, suppliers, prices)
Consults with the project managers and users to develop specifications; makes recommendations regarding purchases.
Prepare and process requisition forms; recommend suppliers and other vendors
Contact and receive informal quotes from appropriate suppliers; compares costs and evaluates the quality and suitability of equipment, materials and supplies.
Coordinate purchasing details with suppliers and the project managers, including pricing
Revision and issue of purchase orders
Resolve problems and issues arising from purchase of services, supplies and equipment related to computers.
Create complex original draft correspondence; composes and prepares reports, memos forms, supplier database and directories
Coordinate the logistical flow of goods and personnel for conferences logistics etc
Prudently and neatly maintain the procurement records.
Coordinate various administrative tasks within assigned department.
Work closely with the company's branches in Nairobi, Dubai, Europe in procurement and logistics.
Any other related duties as may be delegated by the project manager.

Knowledge and Skills required

Fluency in English, excellent communication and analytical skills, knowledge of modern purchasing methods, procedures, and specifications preparation;
methods and techniques utilized in analyzing the quality of services, supplies, and equipment;
sources of purchasing information; budgets and revenue control;
knowledge in MS office operation of software programs including word processing and spreadsheet tools.
Ability to work under time pressure and changing conditions.

Desired Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a business or related field
Membership to a professional body.
Three years experience in purchasing a procurement and purchase processes, shipping and receiving, and basic accounting; two years' experience in a clerical support position, preferably for a public entity.

What we offer to the candidates

Professional development in a dynamic, growing business
Participation in prestigious international projects,
Friendly working atmosphere and opportunities for personal development.

Email: info@tricompint.com

Deadline: 28th Feb 2011

Project Manager of Construction Projects

Juba, Southern Sudan

Responsibilities:

Oversee the construction project from start to finish.
Co-ordinate the efforts of all parties involved in the project, which include the Engineers, architects, consultants, contractors, sub-contractors and laborers.
Management of Construction Projects and managing the construction workers.
Cooperation with Purchasing/Logistics Department in assuring timely deliveries and uninterrupted flow of work
Cooperation with Architects and Quantity Surveyor in preparation of Bills of Quantities and Work Schedules
Budget Planning
Perform a key role in project planning, budgeting, and identification of resources needed.
Create the teams, develop the objectives/goals of each and assign individual responsibilities.
Project accounting functions including managing the budget, tracking if team expenses and minimizing exposure and risk in the project
Ensure that construction activities move according to pre-determined schedule.
Devise the project work plans and make revisions as and when need arises.
Communicate effectively with the contractors responsible for completing various phases of the project.
Monitor the progress of the construction activities on a regular basis and hold regular status meetings with all the sub-teams.
Maintain strict adherence to the budgetary guidelines, quality and safety standards.
Periodic inspection of construction sites.
Ensure project documents are complete and well kept.
Identify the elements of project design and construction likely to give rise to disputes and claims.
Serve as a key link with the clients and review the deliverable prepared by the team before passing onto client.

Knowledge and Skills Required

A bachelors’ degree in civil engineering or any other construction related field. A post graduate degree in construction project management is an added advantage.
Minimum 5 years of experience in construction projects.
Excellent communication skills.
Good understanding of building systems.
Thorough knowledge of legal issues and safety standards is essential.

Qualitative and Other Attributes Required:

Ability to plan, manage people and organize a team effort.
Strong analytical and problem solving skills
Good client management and goodwill building ability.
Capacity to motivate, lead and boost morale of the teams.
Effective time management and logical decision-making ability.
Capacity to handle pressure.
Willingness to travel extensively across the construction sites.
Physical and mental fitness is a must
Strong focus on quality.

Email: info@tricompint.com

Deadline: 28th Feb 2011

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