Monday, March 7, 2011

IT Administrator – African Economic Research Consortium (AERC)

The African Economic Research Consortium (AERC) is a not-for-profit Pan-African institution, to enabling the advancement of economic policy research and training in Africa.

The Consortium’s mandate and strategic intent is built on the basis that sustained develop¬ment in Sub-Saharan Africa requires well-trained, locally based profes-sion¬al economists. AERC agitates the provision of capacity building in economic policy in Francophone and Anglophone African countries through provision of support in the areas of policy research and training.

AERC is seeking to recruit a suitable individual to fill the following position:

IT Administrator

The position supports the ICT Manager in providing ICT services to the Secretariat of AERC, including installation of hardware, and the development and implementation of ICT projects as well as ensuring security of information and assets.

The position provides first level support to users in the Secretariat and ensures the security and integrity of network and hardware infrastructure.

Key responsibilities:

Provide Systems administration services and ensure required service performance levels are maintained as per the Service Level Agreements;
Provide first level IT user support and technical support including change management for IT enabled business applications as per project or operational needs;
Assist in security risk analysis and risk management in line with availability and IT Service Continuity management;
Ensure that the confidentiality, integrity and availability of IT services and conform to all relevant statutory requirements;
Implement IT contingency and disaster recovery programmes;
Conduct systems analysis to identify user requirements, required system functions and recommend suitable approaches and implementation tools.
Coordinate technical development, testing, and implementation of systems in outsourced systems development projects
Develop application solutions in response to emerging user needs for new systems or changes to existing systems as required;
Perform technical evaluations to determine suitability of new systems in meeting AERC operational requirements;
Maintain system performance records and provide recommendations for IT capacity and availability planning;
Set up new and maintain existing systems in accordance with established standards and project/operational requirements;
Assist in the development and implementation of ICT projects
Keep inventory of hardware and maintenance records;
Carry out relevant in-house IT training programmes.

Requirements:

Bachelors degree in Information Sciences, ICT or other relevant discipline
Professional ICT qualifications such as Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE),Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL),or other equivalent and recognized qualifications
At least three years relevant experience
Knowledge and experience in systems development
Proficiency in Windows server, MS Exchange and network administration
Experience in providing user support on Microsoft Windows platforms including MS Office applications
Good interpersonal skills
Good problem solving and analytical skills

If you believe you believe you have the qualifications and experience to match this role, please submit your application with a detailed CV, stating your current position, remuneration, email, telephone contacts, and names and addresses of three referees. To be considered your application must be received by 25 February 2011 addressed to:

The Manager, Human Resources and Administration
African Economic Research Consortium (AERC)
MEMBANK Towers, 3rd Floor
Milimani Road
Email: recruitment@aercafrica.org

For more information on AERC, you can visit our website on www.aercafrica.org

Human Resources Assistant – World Agroforestry Centre

About our organization

The World Agroforestry Centre (also known as the International Centre for Research in Agroforestry or ICRAF) is an independent research institution which generates science-based knowledge about the complex role trees play in agricultural landscapes and rural livelihoods. As part of the Centre’s work to bring tree-based solutions to bear on poverty and environmental problems, researchers – working in close collaboration with partners – are developing new technologies, tools and policy recommendations for increased food security and ecosystem health.

The Centre’s headquarters are located in Nairobi, Kenya, and research is conducted in 23 countries in Africa, Asia and Latin America. We are supported by the Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR) and receive funding from over 50 different donors.

To learn more about our organization, please visit our website: www.worldagroforestry.org

About the position

The position of Human Resources Assistant will be based at our headquarters in Nairobi, Kenya and will report directly to the Human Resources Specialist. The roles will include: Provide HR Administrative and operational support, frontline customer service to all ICRAF staff and Hosted Institutions, support in: Performance management, Contracts management, Workforce Planning, Recruitment and selection, HR information system, Records management, Provide administrative support to the unit

Requirements

1st degree in Human Resource Management or equivalent
2 years work experience in a busy office providing HR administrative support to a team.
Knowledge of HRM systems and labour laws
Experience in Human Resource Management Information System
Ability to demonstrate strong planning, administrative, written and oral skills
Experience of delivering strong customer service with ability to identify client needs for appropriate solutions
Good interpersonal skills, ability to work in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect to diversity

Terms of offer

The World Agroforestry Centre is an equal opportunity employer and offers a collegial and gender-sensitive working environment. We believe that staff diversity promotes excellence and strongly encourage applications from qualified women.

This position is on local terms and will be for an initial period of three (3) years, renewable subject to six (6) months’ probation period, assessment of performance, continued relevance of the position and availability of resources.

How to apply

Applications for the position must include:

A cover letter illustrating your suitability for the position against the listed requirements and salary expectations
A detailed curriculum vitae
The names and addresses of three referees, including telephone, fax numbers and email addresses.

All correspondence should be addressed to the Human Resources Unit, World Agroforestry Centre (ICRAF), PO Box 30677, Nairobi, Kenya OR via email: icrafhru@cgiar.org and should indicate “Application for Human Resources Assistant” on their application letters and email submissions.

Applications will be considered until 06 March 2011.

Please note that only short-listed applicants meeting the above requirements will be contacted.

Director, Finance and Administration based in Abuja, Nigeria

FHI is a global health and development organization whose science-based programs bring lasting change to the world’s most vulnerable people. Our approach is rigorous and evidence-driven. Among our worldwide staff of 2,500 are leading physicians, scientists, and technical experts in health, development, and management. Our work is global in scale yet country-focused, with international offices staffed by local professionals. Since 1971, we have worked with 1,400 partners in 125 countries, forging strong relationships with governments, diverse organizations, the private sector and communities. By applying science to programs, FHI is helping countries make measurable progress against disease, poverty, and inequity—improving lives for millions. We seek qualified candidates for the following positions:

Director, Finance and Administration based in Abuja, Nigeria

This challenging opportunity will support the critical functions of a large program making significant contributions to global public health.
Position Responsibilities:

The position of Director, Finance and Administration performs at a senior leadership level responsible for direction and management of finance and contracts activities. Functional oversight includes accounting, finance, contracts and grants management, and procurement for FHI’s country office in Abuja, Nigeria. Responsibilities include: Development, management, implementation and evaluation of appropriate financial, contractual and procurement systems for staff and budgets to support 500 employees in 11 different office locations in Nigeria. Management approach needs to demonstrate strong leadership skills and management to meet an organization’s strategic plan and priorities and to ensure quality of operational support to FHI projects and programs according to FHI standards and objectives for capacity building and program review activities.

Minimum Requirements:

Demonstrated ability for senior level leadership for broad scope of operational activities to support a large operation with a dispersed and complex multi-donor program and preference is a minimal budget of $10 million annually. Experience working with US Government is required and experience with USAID is strongly preferred; experience with other donors a plus. Ability to set realistic priorities and plan for the successful implementation of programs. Sensitivity to cultural differences and understanding of the political and ethical issues of the working environment.
BS/BA related fields, and 11-13 years relevant experience in international development organizations with 5-7 years supervisory experience; or MS/MA in related field, and 9 - 11 years relevant experience in international development organizations, with 5-7 years supervisory experience; or PhD in related field, and 7 - 9 years relevant experience in international development organizations, with 5-7 years of supervisory experience. Overseas experience in resource constrained environment required.

FHI has a competitive compensation package. Interested candidates may register online through FHI's Career Center at http://www.fhi.org/careercenter. Please submit CV/resume and cover letter including salary requirements. Please specify source in your application. AA/EOE/M/F/V/D

Director, Finance and Administration based in Abuja, Nigeria

Director, Monitoring and Evaluation based in Abuja, Nigeria

FHI is a global health and development organization whose science-based programs bring lasting change to the world’s most vulnerable people. Our approach is rigorous and evidence-driven. Among our worldwide staff of 2,500 are leading physicians, scientists, and technical experts in health, development, and management. Our work is global in scale yet country-focused, with international offices staffed by local professionals. Since 1971, we have worked with 1,400 partners in 125 countries, forging strong relationships with governments, diverse organizations, the private sector and communities. By applying science to programs, FHI is helping countries make measurable progress against disease, poverty, and inequity—improving lives for millions. We seek qualified candidates for the following positions:

Director, Monitoring and Evaluation based in Abuja, Nigeria

Position Responsibilities:

The Director, Monitoring and Evaluation (DME) is in charge of all monitoring and evaluation (M&E) activities for FHI’s program portfolio in Nigeria. The DME will provide technical leadership in M&E systems design and implementation, and be responsible for the overall management of the M&E Department. The DME will lead and provide technical inputs to improve and facilitate the delivery of sound technical assistance in M&E. S/he will develop and implement appropriate guidelines to support USAID/Nigeria, Government of Nigeria (GoN) counterparts and USAID’s Implementing Partners in conducting M&E and reporting results, contribute to national data collection and information systems, ensure data quality, provide technical support to GoN’s surveillance and public health evaluation efforts, and upon request collaborates closely with other major multilateral and bilateral partners to participate in the implementation and improvement of the National M&E effort in Nigeria. S/he provides overall management and provision of technical inputs to improve and facilitate the delivery of sound technical assistance and data quality in M&E.

Minimum Requirements:

Master’s degree in social sciences, demography, economics or other relevant field with a minimum of 9-11 years experience in Monitoring and Evaluation in large HIV/AIDS programs at national or international level; sound knowledge of statistics and public health; experience in working with local partners, including host Governments, NGOs and CBOs; knowledge of the Nigerian local context is an asset, as well as the familiarity with USAID and PEPFAR programs.

FHI has a competitive compensation package. Interested candidates may register online through FHI's Career Center at http://www.fhi.org/careercenter. Please submit CV/resume and cover letter including salary requirements. Please specify source in your application. AA/EOE/M/F/V/D

Business Development Manager – South America

Position Objective:
Water For People has received a large grant from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation to develop and test sustainable business models to expand sanitation coverage in Africa, Asia, and Latin America. This four-year grant aimed at achieve sustainable excreta management through catalyzing sanitation businesses and supporting the development of approaches that can be taken to scale without the need for external grant funding. Whilst undertaking this process the project with develop and document a series of business landscaping and market analysis studies which enable replication in other settings and the testing of innovative sanitation technical solution which overcome exiting constraints and improve potential for commercially viable private sector organizations.

Based in South America (Bolivia or Peru), this position will search for opportunities and drive the development of viable sanitation business based solutions that can be taken to scale within Bolivia, Peru, and Ecuador. This achieved by providing business development expertise, conducting market analysis studies, and mentoring emerging sanitation businesses.

Essential Job Functions and Duties:

1. Provide expertise in developing sanitation businesses in Bolivia, Peru, and Ecuador. Identify needs, opportunities, gaps, and constraints in potential sanitation markets, models, and entrepreneurs, and provide mentoring and support to sanitation businesses.
2. Continually search for new sanitation business opportunities within Bolivia, Peru, and Ecuador, both inside and outside the existing Water for People program activities. The aim is to develop businesses in urban, small town, and rural settings by the end of the project.
3. Conduct business landscaping studies, and conduct/oversee the management of market analysis work.
4. Engage with local government to understand and if necessary improve the regulatory operating environment for emerging sanitation businesses.
5. Ensure that the local Private sector services have the capacity for the ongoing incubation and support required by the newly established businesses.
6. Undertake a review of the financial sector and identify both constraints and opportunities, working with the financial community to develop financial packages that relate to the identified requirements of businesses operating in the sanitation sector.
7. Document successes and failures, and share knowledge internally and externally. Communicate regularly with project staff worldwide, and country and regional Water For People staff, to share lessons learned and project updates.
8. Build trust and relationships with key local entrepreneurs, and gain an understanding of the private sector in Bolivia, Peru, and Ecuador.
9. Ensure all incubator and larger scale businesses developed within the project have relevant and informative management information and monitoring systems which allow objective assessments of the progress the businesses are making.
10. Provide the enthusiasm within the team to ensure that the search for innovative projects play an overriding strand within the program.
11. Liaise with "Program Analyst – Methodologies" and support their reiterative learning process aimed at developing and documenting improvement methodologies for catalyzing sanitation as a business.
12. Feed into and support the global efforts for idea generation and new technology testing.

Supervisory Duties:

This position will directly report to the Country Director in the country of work, and functionally report to the Program Operations Manager. Depending on growth of the project within South America, this position may need to hire and manage a team of support officers.

Job Qualifications:

1. Must be risk taker, and have a nose for entrepreneurial opportunities.
2. Willing to test innovative approaches and develop ideas from mistakes and unexpected outcomes.
3. Good analytical skills and the ability to extrapolate lessons to other situations.
4. Comfort and talent in communicating with diverse and international constituents.
5. Must be flexible, innovative, proactive, to work under tight deadlines and have excellent follow through skills. Be a self starter and to work with limited supervision
6. Some knowledge of or willingness to learn about the sanitation sector.
7. Must be bilingual in English and Spanish, comfortable writing, speaking, and reading in both languages.

Education or Formal Training

1. Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant subject
2. Advanced Degree desired

Experience

1. Five years directly related experience is preferred
2. Experience living, working and negotiating in developing country context. Familiarity with Bolivia, Peru, and/or Ecuador (including knowledge of local language and business environment) would be desirable.
3. Experience with running or investing in a business in a developing country, particularly in the informal business sector.

Working Environment/Physical Activities

1. Based in Water For People’s office in Bolivia or Peru. Office environment.
2. Ability to travel domestically and internationally regularly, often to remote field locations.

Contact and Further Information:

Interested applicants should send a cover letter and CV detailing relevant experience to careers@waterforpeople.org. Find more details regarding Water For People’s Sanitation as a Business programming.

National Team Leader/Mountain Agribusiness Expert

NEPAL: HIMALI – National Team Leader/Mountain Agribusiness Expert
Centre for International Studies and Cooperation (CECI) is preparing to submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) for providing consulting services for PMU and NGO Management for ADB-financed project entitled – “HIMALI”. The consultancy service to the PMU for mountain agribusiness development is to recruit and supervise NGO teams in ten districts to deliver services including social mobilization and fulfilment of environmental and social safeguards requirements in the ten project districts.

CECI is looking for the following National consultants:

National Team Leader/Mountain Agribusiness Expert
Brief Tasks:
The National Team Leader/Mountain Agribusiness Expert in cooperation with the International Team Leader will:

• Advise and assist the PD and DPCs in all aspects of project implementation,
• Assist the international Agribusiness Specialist and service providers to: (a) conduct project start-up promotion workshops (b) establish and strengthen agribusiness linkages, and (c) facilitate private sector participation in agribusiness investments in the project area;
• Promote and advise stakeholders on mechanisms for public-private agribusiness partnerships
• Assist the PMU and service providers in identifying and solving constraints on agribusiness development
• Assist the PD and M&E experts with the PPMS

Requirement:

1 Post-Graduate qualifications in agriculture and rural development, animal science or related fields, and training in management or business;
2 at least 10 years of experience in agricultural and rural business development, especially with livestock products
3 experience in project management, mountain agriculture and rural development, MOAC public-private-partnership arrangements and legal agreements, livestock products marketing, extension services, research farm management, MOAC and ADB procedures and regulations.
4 ADB, World Bank or experience with multi-lateral agency will be an asset

Interested candidates should submit an application and a recent updated curriculum vitae relevant to the tasks to ceci@ceci.org.np mentioning the position title in the subject line. Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Closing Date: 18 March 2011

Deputy Chief of Party / Operations Manager, Nepal

Since 1963 and in 145 countries, ACDI/VOCA has empowered people in developing and transitional nations to succeed in the global economy. Based in Washington, D.C., ACDI/VOCA is a nonprofit international development organization that delivers technical and management assistance in agribusiness, financial services, enterprise development, community development and food security to promote broad-based economic growth and vibrant civil society. ACDI/VOCA currently has approximately 90 projects in 40 countries and revenues of $124 million.

Deputy Chief of Party / Operations Manager, Nepal
We are currently seeking a Deputy Chief of Party for an anticipated USAID-funded, multiyear Partnerships for Local Development project in Nepal. This program will target six districts in the East and will focus on strengthening these communities to better direct their own local development through 1) stabilizing initiatives that facilitate enabling environments; 2) building capacity to identify and have access to resources to engage in participatory activities, 3) supporting new local government units in the targeted communities to function effectively. This position is contingent on ACDI/VOCA being awarded the program.

Responsibilities:
• Support the Chief of Party in attaining project goals and objectives by providing technical advice, implementation support and direction when appropriate.
• Contribute to the cross-cutting goals of the program, including overseeing local procurement and grants administration, and working effectively with a variety of local partners in fluid, conflict-affected settings.
• Oversee day-to-day planning, design and operations of project and subaward technical teams to ensure effective project implementation in multiple program areas simultaneously.
• Financial management of the project including budgeting, tracking, reporting and accounting of finances and procurement.
• Manage the project’s grants systems and commodity management scheme.

Qualifications:
• Minimum of seven years’ experience in project implementation and management of good governance or community development assistance programs in developing or transitional countries.
• The DCOP/Operations Manager must have at least two technical area specialties appropriate to the activity (community stabilization, community development, alternate dispute resolution, decentralization, local governance) as she/he will be responsible for technical program development as appropriate.
• Minimum five years of experience in grant management, particularly in-kind and small grants.
• Demonstrated history of providing highly effective technical and managerial leadership on sizable projects/programs (>$15 million).
• Must have experience in logistics and procurement procedures, particularly in commodity management and tracking systems.
• Demonstrated experience with USAID regulations, procedures, protocols and reporting requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to manage programs in an unstable environment due to post-conflict, developing, civil unrest and evolving political process.
• M.S., M.B.A., or other post-graduate degree in economics, business administration or other relevant technical fields.
• Fluency in English is required, fluency in Nepali preferred.

Please apply online at http://acdivoca.maxhire.net/cp/?E55569361D43515B7E59192F7755196F0D627A48. No phone calls please. Only finalists contacted. Women and minorities encouraged to apply. EOE.

Director of Finance and Business Development

Source : Daily News, March 7, 2011

Requirements : A Bachelor Degree in Finance, Business, Marketing or related field

Job Description :Developing and implementing short and long term strategies to maximaze aeronautical and non-aeronautical revenues in accordance with the Authority's Strategic and Business Plan

Apply To : The Director

Full Address : Deloitte Consulting Limited, P.O. box 1559, Dar es Salaam

Email Applications: esd@deloitte.co.tz

Closing Date : 7/Mar/2011

Production Executive

Source : Daily News, March 7, 2011

Requirements : Holders of a Bachelor Degree In Mass Communication /Social Sciences and TV/Film production from a recognized institution plus computer literacy with at least five years of relevant working experience in a reputable media house.

Job Description :Supervise and coordinate junior staff in the section

Apply To : Managing Director

Full Address : Mega Point (EA) Limited, P.O. Box 228, Mwanza

Closing Date : 21/Mar/2011

Program Producers

Source : Daily News, March 7, 2011

Requirements : Holders of degree/Advanced Diploma in telecommunication or electrical engineering, with minimum working experience of three years. He/she should be a self motivated person, able to work Independently under minimum supervision.

Job Description :Performing all technical duties within station

Apply To : Managing Director

Full Address : Mega Point (EA) Limited, P.O. Box 228, Mwanza

Closing Date : 21/Mar/2011

IT Specialist

Source : Daily News, March 7, 2011

Requirements : Holders of Diploma in information Technology or equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution plus at least one year of relevant experience.

Job Description :Maintain servers, workstation and peripherals

Apply To : Managing Director

Full Address : Mega Point (EA) Limited, P.O. Box 228, Mwanza

Closing Date : 21/Mar/2011

Finance & Administration Specialist

Source : Daily News, March 7, 2011

Requirements : Holders of degree/ Advanced Diploma in Finance and Accountancy or B Com, with at least five years of working experience in a relevant field. Computer knowledge is essential. This position requires a self motivated person able to work independently and under minimum supervision.

Job Description :�Preparing budget. �Preparing monthly financial reports for presentation during board meetings

Apply To : Managing Director

Full Address : Mega Point (EA) Limited, P.O. Box 228, Mwanza

Closing Date : 21/Mar/2011

Journalists - Mega Point (EA)

Source : Daily News, March 7, 2011

Requirements : A minimum qualification of a certificate in Journalism or mass commu�nication from a recognized institution with at least two years working experience in a reputable media house plus computer knowledge.

Job Description :Covering & writing news and current affairs

Apply To : Managing Director

Full Address : Mega Point (EA) Limited, P.O. Box 228, Mwanza

Closing Date : 21/Mar/2011

News Editor - Mega Point (EA)

Source : Daily News, March 7, 2011

Requirements : Holders of a Bachelor Degree in Mass Communication or Advanced Diploma in Journalism from recognized institution with at feast five years working experience in a reputable media house plus computer literacy.

Job Description :To edit news and current affairs brought in by reporters

Apply To : Managing Director

Full Address : Mega Point (EA) Limited, P.O. Box 228, Mwanza

Closing Date : 21/Mar/2011

Research & Development Specialist

Source : Daily News, March 7, 2011

Requirements : Holders of a Bachelor Degree in Economy or equivalent from a recognized institution with at least three years of working experience, he/she should be able to conduct regular research.

Job Description :Conducting media research

Apply To : Managing Director

Full Address : Mega Point (EA) Limited, P.O. Box 228, Mwanza

Closing Date : 21/Mar/2011

Sales & Marketing Specialist

Source : Daily News, March 7, 2011

Requirements : Holders of a Bachelor. Degree in commerce (B.Com) Advanced Diploma in Business Administration Marketing, Economic planning or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution with at least three years working experience in similar functions plus computer literacy.

Job Description :Coordinating marketing and sales departments

Apply To : Managing Director

Full Address : Mega Point (EA) Limited, P.O. Box 228, Mwanza

Closing Date : 21/Mar/2011

Human Resource Executive

Source : Daily News, March 7, 2011

Requirements : Holders of a degree/Advanced Diploma in Human Resource Management. A minimum working experience of three years in a reputable organization.

Job Description :Works to achieve good staff morale

Apply To : Managing Director

Full Address : Mega Point (EA) Limited, P.O. Box 228, Mwanza

Closing Date : 21/Mar/2011

Receptionist

Requirements : Holders of a certificate in secretarial course. Good command of languages (English and Kiswahili) Strong negotiation, convincing and influencing skills with at least two years of working experience

Job Description :Attending visitors and keeping their records

Apply To : Managing Director

Full Address : Mega Point (EA) Limited, P.O. Box 228, Mwanza

Closing Date : 21/Mar/2011

Office & Management Assistant

Source : Daily News, March 7, 2011

Requirements : Holders of a Diploma in Secretarial duties or holder of form four certificates with full Secretarial Courses and has acquired typing stage III and I as well as shorthand 100/120 W.P.M in English and Kiswahili. Has attended office Management Course. He/ she should have working experience of at least five years in a relevant field

Job Description :To type letters, minutes, circulars and mail documents required for the day running of the Corporation.

Apply To : Managing Director

Full Address : Mega Point (EA) Limited, P.O. Box 228, Mwanza

Closing Date : 21/Mar/2011

PROFESSOR IN PHYSICS

Victoria University of Wellington

PROFESSOR IN PHYSICS

ACU Ref: 58480
Closing Date: 26 April 2011

School of Chemical and Physical Sciences
Wellington

We are seeking an experimental physicist of professorial standing, with an established record of excellence in research and teaching, who wishes to work in a dynamic multidisciplinary school of physics and chemistry.

The School has a vibrant research programme in experimental and theoretical physics in the fields of astrophysics, condensed matter physics, environmental physics, geomagnetism, and nanotechnology. Candidates will be expected to demonstrate how their research would integrate with and/or synergistically complement the existing strengths of the School (http://www.victoria.ac.nz/scps/research).

The School hosts the MacDiarmid Institute for Advanced Materials and Nanotechnology, a national Centre of Research Excellence. There are strong collaborations with three government research laboratories in the Wellington region, and with other national and international research organizations. The School has modern, well-equipped laboratories, and a research community that includes nearly one hundred postgraduate students and postdoctoral fellows.

The School of Chemical and Physical Sciences offers a full range of undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, with undergraduate majors in Physics and Applied Physics. To be a successful applicant you must demonstrate your ability to teach physics at all levels and have an outstanding record of published research with an established international reputation in a field of relevance to the School. Experience of academic leadership is expected of professorial candidates. Resources required by the successful candidate to establish their research within the School will be negotiable.

For further information visit http://www.victoria.ac.nz/scps/ or contact Professor John L Spencer, john.spencer@vuw.ac.nz.

Applications close 26 April 2011

Victoria University of Wellington is an EEO employer and actively seeks to meet its obligations under the Treaty of Waitangi.

For more information and to apply online visit http://vacancies.vuw.ac.nz.

Reference A065-11E

LECTURERS IN SOCIAL SCIENCE EDUCATION

UNIVERSITY OF NEW ENGLAND, Armidale, New South Wales

LECTURERS IN SOCIAL SCIENCE EDUCATION

ACU Ref: 58479
Closing Date: 4 April 2011

(2 Positions)

School of Education

The School of Education focuses on early childhood, primary and secondary teacher education and offers courses both on campus and by flexible distance education to Australian and international students. The School provides ongoing professional learning for teachers in Graduate Certificate, Masters degree and short non-award courses. We are also a research School, emphasising issues in rural and regional education with strengths in other areas including English and literacy education, student diversity and disability studies, health and physical education and improving schooling in developing countries.

The School of Education wishes to appoint two Lecturers specialising in school Human Society and Its Environment/ Studies of Society and Environment curriculum and pedagogy. The positions involve working in both secondary and primary teacher education courses. Expertise in curriculum and pedagogy in at least one of the subject areas of History, Geography, Business Studies, Economics, Legal Studies, Studies of Religion or primary HSIE/SOSE would be advantageous.

The successful applicants will work in teaching, research, consultancy and professional service. The appointees will teach in both undergraduate and postgraduate HSIE/ SOSE curriculum units in face-to-face, distance and online modes.

Informal inquiries may be directed to the Head of School of Education telephone +61 2 6773 2677, email education@une.edu.au. For further information about the School visit: www.une.edu.au/education/.

Salary: A$74,438 to A$88,222 per annum (Lecturer Level) plus 17% employer superannuation and optional salary packaging

Closing Date: 4 April 2011

Reference No: 211/020i

An application package, including selection criteria that must be addressed, may be obtained from www.une.edu.au/recruit or by phoning Human Resource Services, +61 2 6773 3972. Applications will be received up to 5pm on the closing date.

www.une.edu.au

Equity principles underpin all UNE policies and procedures.

LECTURER IN HEALTH AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION

UNIVERSITY OF NEW ENGLAND, Armidale, New South Wales

LECTURER IN HEALTH AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION

ACU Ref: 58478
Closing Date: 4 April 2011

School of Education

The School of Education focuses on early childhood, primary and secondary teacher education and offers courses both on campus and by flexible distance education to Australian and international students. The School provides ongoing professional learning for teachers in Graduate Certificate, Masters degree and short non-award courses. We are also a research School, emphasising issues in rural and regional education with strengths in other areas including English and literacy education, student diversity and disability studies, health and physical education and improving schooling in developing countries.

The School of Education is seeking to appoint an innovative academic to the teaching and researching team of Health, Physical Education and Sports Studies (HPESS) discipline. The HPESS academics teach in a number of undergraduate and postgraduate awards for primary and potentially secondary teacher education, in the on-campus and online mode of delivery. Team members teach across a range of units including: primary school Personal Development, Health and Physical Education (PDHPE) curriculum and pedagogy; motor development; skill acquisition; socialisation and sport; secondary school sport education; health promotion and sport education pedagogy.

The HPESS team are active researchers in related fields of motor development, children’s coordination levels; Structure of Observed Learning Outcomes (SOLO) and the sensorimotor mode of learning; pre-service teacher education and Physical Education within rural and regional contexts.

Informal inquiries may be directed to the Head of the School of Education telephone +61 2 6773 2677, email education@une.edu.au. For further information about the School visit: www.une.edu.au/education/.

Salary: A$74,438 to A$88,222 per annum (Lecturer Level) plus 17% employer superannuation and optional salary packaging

Closing Date: 4 April 2011

Reference No: 211/021i

An application package, including selection criteria that must be addressed, may be obtained from www.une.edu.au/recruit or by phoning Human Resource Services, +61 2 6773 3972. Applications will be received up to 5pm on the closing date.

www.une.edu.au

Equity principles underpin all UNE policies and procedures.

SENIOR LECTURER/LECTURER IN SPECIAL EDUCATION

UNIVERSITY OF NEW ENGLAND, Armidale, New South Wales

SENIOR LECTURER/LECTURER IN SPECIAL EDUCATION

ACU Ref: 58477
Closing Date: 4 April 2011

School of Education

The School of Education focuses on early childhood, primary and secondary teacher education and offers courses both on campus and by flexible distance education to Australian and international students. The School provides ongoing professional learning for teachers in Graduate Certificate, Masters degree and short non-award courses. We are also a research School, emphasising issues in rural and regional education with strengths in other areas including English and literacy education, student diversity and disability studies, health and physical education and improving schooling in developing countries.

The School of Education wishes to appoint a Senior Lecturer or Lecturer in Special Education. The position provides the opportunity to work in both the Bachelor of Special Education (Primary)/Bachelor of Disability Studies and undergraduate and post-graduate units of special education in both on-campus and off-campus modes.

The appointee will undertake teaching, practice teaching and research student supervision, research work, administration and service to the profession and community.

Essential criteria for appointment include a doctoral qualification relevant to special education, a formal teaching qualification, professional experience relevant to the education of students in primary or secondary school contexts and a knowledge of Special Education and Disability Studies pedagogy. The successful applicant will need to demonstrate knowledge of key research, theories, policies and practices in Special Education and Disability Studies, including current trends, challenges and reforms in the international and Australian contexts.

Informal inquiries may be directed to the Head of the School of Education telephone +61 2 6773 2677, email education@une.edu.au. For further information about the School visit: www.une.edu.au/education/.

Salary: A$90,977 to A$104,763 per annum (Senior Lecturer level); or
A$74,438 to A$88,222 per annum (Lecturer Level)
plus 17% employer superannuation and optional salary packaging

Closing Date: 4 April 2011

Reference No: 211/019i

An application package, including selection criteria that must be addressed, may be obtained from www.une.edu.au/recruit or by phoning Human Resource Services, +61 2 6773 3972. Applications will be received up to 5pm on the closing date.

www.une.edu.au

Equity principles underpin all UNE policies and procedures.

SENIOR LECTURER/LECTURER IN LEARNING AND TEACHING (Classroom Pedagogy)

UNIVERSITY OF NEW ENGLAND, Armidale, New South Wales

SENIOR LECTURER/LECTURER IN LEARNING AND TEACHING (Classroom Pedagogy)

ACU Ref: 58476
Closing Date: 4 April 2011

SENIOR LECTURER/LECTURER IN LEARNING AND TEACHING (Classroom Pedagogy)

School of Education

The School of Education focuses on early childhood, primary and secondary teacher education and offers courses both on campus and by flexible distance education to Australian and international students. The School provides ongoing professional learning for teachers in Graduate Certificate, Masters degree and short non-award courses. We are also a research School, emphasising issues in rural and regional education with strengths in other areas including English and literacy education, student diversity and disability studies, health and physical education and improving schooling in developing countries.

The School is seeking to appoint a Senior Lecturer or Lecturer in Learning and Teaching. The position has a focus on Classroom Pedagogy, with a particular emphasis on professional practice in schools pertaining to classroom programming, assessment and reporting, active learning in primary, middle school or secondary classrooms, quality teaching, teacher standards and accreditation and inclusive classroom practices. The successful applicant will work in teaching, research, consultancy and professional experience in schools and administration and service to the University

Applicants at all levels of appointment will be expected to have recognised qualifications and experience in primary or secondary school, a doctoral qualification in a relevant field, a strong knowledge/skill base in classroom pedagogy, skill in using Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) in teaching, capacity to work collaboratively in teams and effective interpersonal skills. Additionally, at Senior Lecturer level, a record of scholarly publications, demonstrated successful supervision of research students, capacity to attract external research funding, and leadership in tertiary teaching is required.

Informal inquiries may be directed to the Head of the School of Education telephone +61 2 6773 2677, email education@une.edu.au. For further information about the School visit: www.une.edu.au/education/.

Salary: A$90,977 to A$104,763 per annum (Senior Lecturer level); or
A$74,438 to A$88,222 per annum (Lecturer Level)
plus 17% employer superannuation and optional salary packaging

Closing Date: 4 April 2011

Reference No: 211/018i

An application package, including selection criteria that must be addressed, may be obtained from www.une.edu.au/recruit or by phoning Human Resource Services, +61 2 6773 3972. Applications will be received up to 5pm on the closing date.

www.une.edu.au

Equity principles underpin all UNE policies and procedures.

SENIOR LECTURER/ LECTURER IN THE INDUSTRIAL PSYCHOLOGY AND PEOPLE MANAGEMENT

University of Johannesburg, South Africa

SENIOR LECTURER/ LECTURER IN THE INDUSTRIAL PSYCHOLOGY AND PEOPLE MANAGEMENT

ACU Ref: 58475
Closing Date: 31 March 2011

Job Reference Number: EM/A110209

Job Type (Academic/Non-Academic): Academic

Campus: Auckland Park Kingsway

Faculty/Group: Management

Application Closing Date: 31 March 2011

Assumption of Duties: As soon as possible

Post Description:
• Lecturing in Human Resources Management at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
• Carrying out research.
• Administrative duties and community service in the department.

Requirements:
• A relevant Masters degree (Human Resources Management/Industrial Psychology).
• Lecturing experience in a higher education institution.
• A proven track record of published research findings in accredited/peer-reviewed journals.
• Psychometric Assessment will be part of the selection process.

Recommendations:
• Masters degree (Lecturer) and Doctoral degree (Senior Lecturer).
• Publications in accredited/peer-reviewed journals and professional magazines.
• Ability to supervise postgraduate students.
• Ability to lecture in both English and Afrikaans.

Assumption of Duties: As soon as possible.

Equity Statement: In addition to merit on the basis of qualifications, experience and proven achievements, the University of Johannesburg is committed to taking persons with disabilities and the potential of historically disadvantaged individuals or groups into account for appointment.

The University reserves the right to make no appointment if no candidate meets the necessary requirements.

Enquiries: Professor Theo Veldsman, tel: +27 11 559-3288

To apply, please log on to the UJ Employee Recruitment Portal at http://www.ujhb.drm-za.com. Only on-line applications will be considered. The University accepts no responsibility for applications that do not comply with this requirement.

If you do not receive a response from the University within eight weeks of the closing date, you should assume that your application was unsuccessful.

University of Pretoria Employment Opportunities

ACU Ref: 58472
Closing Date: 27 March 2011

Pretoria, South Africa

The University of Pretoria is one of the leading residential and research universities in South Africa. The University’s nine faculties offer a wide spectrum of under- and postgraduate programmes which are recognised internationally

FACULTY OF ECONOMIC AND MANAGEMENT SCIENCES:
PROFESSOR AND DEAN

The Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences at the University of Pretoria is a leader in the fields of economics, management and financial sciences.

The University is looking for a strong and dynamic Dean who will demonstrate visionary leadership, strategic thinking and an ability to execute plans successfully. In addition, the Dean must have a strong academic record, including a doctoral degree and strong links with the industries in which graduates of this Faculty tend to be employed. The Dean is assisted by Deputy Deans, Heads of Academic Departments, a Faculty Manager and additional support staff.

The position of Professor and Dean of the Faculty will be vacant with effect from 1 April 2011 and suitably qualified persons are invited to apply.

DUTIES:
The successful candidate must be able to provide strong academic leadership to the Faculty, promote research and create an environment conducive to research activities in the Faculty. The Dean is expected to market the Faculty, to undertake fundraising and to promote regional, national as well as international liaison with other academic institutions, research organisations, the financial, commercial and business enterprises, government and the community.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
• An appropriate Doctorate in the field of Economic and Management Sciences
• An established record of research achievement.
• Ability to manage the Faculty and to take the lead academically
• Strong leadership traits and good interpersonal relations
• Excellent communication and appropriate language skills
• Proven research ability and the ability to create an environment in which research activities are strongly supported and can flourish
• Proven management skills and experience, including knowledge of and experience in finance, human resources and marketing

RECOMMENDED REQUIREMENTS:
• An academic background and experience in a higher education institution, especially in a management capacity, will be a very strong recommendation.

The Dean is appointed for a term of four years, but external candidates will also be considered for a permanent academic appointment in a suitable academic department within the University.

The applicable Regulation and Procedure for the Appointment of Deans and Deputy-Deans (Rt 274/07)) is available on the UP Website (www.up.ac.za) at Careers@UP (http://web.up.ac.za/default.asp?ipkCategoryID=14550) (Link: Appointment regulations for Executives and Deans) or can be requested via e-mail from the Director: Human Resources (contact details below). By applying, applicants consent to the appointment process as contained in the regulation.

For further information, please contact Professor C R de Beer, Senior Vice-Principal, at (+27 12) 420-2223 or crdebeer@up.ac.za

Applications must be accompanied by the following supporting documents:

• a full curriculum vitae
• an abbreviated curriculum vitae
• a self-evaluation by the applicant of his/her suitability for appointment in the post
• the applicant's vision for the Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences in the national as well as the international context
• names and contact details of at least three referees who can attest to the candidate’s academic stature as well as leadership qualities. Applicants should note that the University also reserves the right to appoint and consult its own referees.

CLOSING DATE: 27 March 2011

TO APPLY:
All applications must be submitted electronically through the Careers@UP (http://web.up.ac.za/default.asp?ipkCategoryID=14550) link on the University website. All supporting documentation as listed above must be attached electronically to the application. All applications must be submitted by no later than 12:00 on 27 March 2011

The University of Pretoria is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity.

All candidates complying with the requirements for appointment are invited to apply.

In accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited to, candidates from under represented designated groups.

The University of Pretoria reserves the right not to make an appointment in the posts as advertised.

LECTURER IN THE DEPARTMENT OF COMPUTER SCIENCE

ACU Ref: 58474
Closing Date: 14 April 2011

Dunedin, New Zealand

(CONFIRMATION PATH)

Applications are invited for a full-time, confirmation path position as Lecturer in the Department of Computer Science. The successful applicant will be expected to teach at undergraduate and postgraduate levels, to develop an active research programme and to supervise postgraduate research students.

Applicants should have a PhD, a commitment to ongoing research and experience in teaching. Recent PhD graduates may apply. Applicants with teaching and/or research experience in any area of Computer Science are welcome to apply.

Specific enquiries may be directed to Associate Professor Brendan McCane, Head of Department, Department of Computer Science, Tel +64 3 479 8588, Fax +64 3 479 8529, Email mccane@cs.otago.ac.nz.

The successful applicant would be expected to start on or before 1 February 2012. Earlier starts can be negotiated.

Applications quoting Reference Number 1100179 will close on Thursday, 14 April 2011.

APPLICATION INFORMATION
To see a full job description and to apply online go to: www.otago.ac.nz/jobs

Equal opportunity in employment is University policy.

E tautoko ana Te Whare Wananga o Otago i te kaupapa whakaorite whiwhinga mahi.

Scholarship for Applicants from Developing Countries

Master’s OFID Scholarships for Developing Countries 2011-2012, Austria

Study Subject: Courses offered by OFID
Employer: OFID Organization
Level: Master’s
Scholarship Description: OFID (The OPEC Fund for International Development) is pleased to announce that qualified applicants who have obtained or are on the verge of completing their undergraduate degree and who wish to study for a Master’s degree are welcome to apply for the OFID Scholarship 2011/2012. The OFID scholarship will be awarded to support one student or candidate for Master’s degree studies. The applicant may be from any developing country, and he/she must first obtain admission to pursue a Master’s degree studies in a relevant field of development, in any recognized university/college in the world. Through its scholarship scheme, OFID aims to help highly motivated, highly-driven individuals overcome one of the biggest challenges to their careers – the cost of graduate studies. The winner of the OFID Scholarship Award will receive a scholarship of up to US$100,000. The funds will be spread over a maximum of two years, toward the completion of a Master’s degree, or its equivalent, at an accredited educational institution, starting in the autumn of the academic year 2011/2012.
Eligibility: Must be between the ages of 23-32 at the time of submitting his/her application. Must have obtained or be on the verge of completing their undergraduate degree with a Baccalaureate from an accredited college/university, or its equivalent, Must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 rating system, or its equivalent, Must be matriculated at an accredited university for the upcoming academic year starting August/September 2010, and must maintain full-time status for the duration of the Master’s Degree. Must be a national of a developing country (please see list of eligible countries below), Must select a subject of study that pertains to OFID’s core mission, such as: economics of development (poverty reduction, energy and sustainable development), environment (desertification), or other related science and technology fields.

Scholarship Application Deadline: 4 June 2011

Further Scholarship Information and Application

Knowledge Management Officer HealthNet TPO

Job Title: Junior Knowledge Management Officer
Reports to: Knowledge Management Coordinator

1. GENERAL DESCRIPTION
HealthNet TPO is a Dutch knowledge-driven aid agency that works on the sustainable (re)construction and rehabilitation of health care systems in areas disrupted by war and disasters. By developing evidence-based interventions our aim is to reach better and more accessible health care for all. The Junior Knowledge Management Officer will work within the Knowledge Management (KM) Office. The purpose of the recently created KM Office for the coming two years (2011-12) is to strengthen the cycle of creation, cycle of creation, storage, retrieval, sharing, and application of knowledge within HealthNet TPO. Institutional systems, mechanisms and networks need to be in place to support the generation and management of evidence-based knowledge to link lessons learned from operational activities and research to policy recommendations. For 2011-12, the objectives of the KM Office are:
1. To help improve the mutual understanding, cooperation and knowledge sharing between staff management and partners;
2. To help increase the efficiency and quality of Project Cycle Management;
3. To help develop research based and evidence based interventions;
4. To build up knowledge networks.
A central knowledge management system will be developed to join together the knowledge cycle within HealthNet TPO and make information easily accessible - at any time and from any place. It will also be linked to a decision support system, and to (internal and external) networks, like communities of practice.

2. PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
The purpose of the position of Junior KM Officer is to assist the KM coordinator to reach the above mentioned objectives. Critical outputs and contributions of the KM Officer are to (1) Co-design and manage the central KM system; (2) Coordinate capacity building of implementing partners in the South; (3) Support networking including Communities of Practice.

3. CORE RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS
• Assist with the creation of summaries, briefing materials, best practices and fact sheets.
• Ensure that the knowledge management system is kept up to date and expanded according to the requirements of the organisation.
• Pro-actively support all staff at all levels to generate, share and apply knowledge and expertise.
• Assess the needs of implementing partner organisations in the South in terms of capacity building.
• Coordinate the participatory formulation and implementation of capacity building plans of partners.
• Make an inventory of relevant actors, networks, events, conferences etc.
• Support the creation of platforms for (virtual) communities of practice (CoP).
• Train and encourage staff (at HQ and in the field) to take part in the CoP.

4. PROFILE
• Master degree in (Communication and) Information Science, Business Studies or equivalent; specialisation in Knowledge Management will be an asset.
• No previous work experience is required, but work experience or an internship in the development sector will be an asset.
• Fluent in English and Dutch; good understanding of French will be an asset.
• High level of analytical, communication and inter-cultural networking skills is required.
• High level of computer (ICT) skills is required; programming skills will be an asset.
• Knowledge of the health sector will be an asset.

5. COMPETENCIES
Team worker, flexibility, willingness to travel to fragile states, high level of motivation to improve knowledge management within the development sector.

6. SALARY
The gross salary range based on a full-time appointment is between 2.275 and 2.700 euro per month.

How to apply

Application procedure
The closing date for applications is March 20th, 2011. To apply please send your CV including 3 professional references and application letter (including your motivation) to the following e-mail address: HealthNettpo.org. Please include the following code in subject line: KM-app2011. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted to participate in the recruitment procedure. HealthNet TPO is an equal opportunity employer.

For specific question regarding the advert please contact our HRM department at HealthNet TPO, Tolstraat 127, 1074 VJ Amsterdam +31 20 6200005 Iris Pitar of Saskia Nijhof.
For more information on our organisation, please check our website: www.healthnettpo.org.

Senior Policy Advisor, Gender / Grade 06 The Global Fund

Role Summary

Under the supervision of the Director of the Knowledge Management Unit in the Strategy, Performance and Evaluation Cluster, the role of the Senior Policy Advisor for Gender Equality includes the following:
• Take the lead as champion on gender equality issues within the Global Fund, with direct access to the Secretariat and Board leadership, including through optimizing the 2011-2016 Global Fund Strategy focus on equity and human rights;
• Take overall responsibility for the implementation of the Gender Equality Strategy, ensuring an oversight and accountability system to monitor and report on the progress of implementation;
• Provide strategic and policy advice and policy analyses and reviews on gender-related issues;
• Take the lead in capacity and competence development within the Global Fund, including proactive and timely communication of new scientific and programmatic developments on gender-related issues; and
• Strengthen partnerships and networking with international technical partners on policy and strategy issues related to gender equality.

Key Responsibilities

Strategy implementation
• Ensure overall responsibility for the implementation of the Gender Equality Strategy, establishing an oversight and accountability system for monitoring and evaluation;
• Work with the Senior Technical Gender Advisor and the Senior Advisor, Gender and Sexual Diversity, in coordinating the Internal Gender Task Team activities for the implementation of both the Gender Equality Strategy and the Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity Strategy.
• Ensure implementation and development of appropriate gender equality elements within the Global Fund Strategy 2011-2016 including through its strategic focus on Equity and Human Rights.

Policy and Strategy Advice and Analysis
• Provide strategic and policy advice on gender-related issues, e.g., the integration of gender-related issues in the design and implementation of the Global Fund’s new architecture and other mechanisms, assessment of Phase 2 applications and strategic actions such as PMTCT scale-up;
• Carry out, as needed, gender analyses of the Global Fund applications and grant portfolio with a view to strengthening strategic actions and/or developing policy recommendations related to gender equality;
• Conduct policy reviews, as needed, of best evidence and best practices on gender-related issues for informed policy and strategy;
• Contribute, as needed, to Global Fund reports and publications as well as the Global Fund Knowledge Hub in relation to gender issue; and
• Ensure intensified work on sex- and age-disaggregated data and gender sensitive program indicators for monitoring and evaluation.

Capacity and competence building within the Fund
• Support work to integrate gender aspects in all Global Fund policies including Human Resource policies;
• Ensure staff development and general sensitization on gender issues; and
• Provide advice on issues regarding gender balance and inclusion of gender expertise in Global Fund structures and mechanisms

Partnerships and networking
• Liaise and work with international technical partners on strategic and policy issues related to gender equality, including the development of joint publications and statements as needed; and
• Represent as needed the Global Fund at international meetings with key partners and stakeholders specifically in relation to strategy and policy issues related to gender.

Qualifications

Essential:
Advanced university degree in a public health related field or in gender, women and development or social sciences or in health sciences with advanced training in any of the above fields.

Experience

Essential:

• Extensive professional experience in the field of gender and health or women’s health;
• At least 7 - 10 years working in an international environment or working at the international level;
• Extensive relevant work within development cooperation with different constituencies and of networking with key partners, and in several developing countries, resulting in recognition as an expert in gender issues from a range of stakeholders;

Desirable:

•Work at the country level within health programs including: HIV, TB or malaria;
•Work at the country level, including with governments, on policymaking, program design, and implementation in health, or international health policy-making; preferably including work on HIV, TB or malaria.

Competencies

Languages:

An excellent knowledge of English and preferably a good working knowledge of French or one of the following: Arabic, Chinese, Russian, and Spanish. Knowledge of other languages an asset.

Skills:

• Proven negotiation skills;
• Good computer skills using Microsoft Office

Competencies:

• Knowledge of gender inequalities as related to health and health services in implementing countries and in different cultures, including gender issues as they pertain to women and girls, and sexual minority groups;
• Knowledge and understanding of international consensus documents and conventions of relevance for gender and health;
• Knowledge of the new aid architecture and aid modalities in health;
• Social competence, integrity, tact, discretion and sensitivity to cultural differences;
• Good strategic, analytical and evaluation skills;
• Track record of work in a team environment;
• Adaptability and flexibility in working in a complex and dynamic environment;
• Ability to work well under pressure, manage multiple demands and meet deadlines.

Core Competencies:

• Solution-Oriented Analysis
• Building Relationships
• Demonstrating Accountability and Commitment
• Communicating Effectively

How to apply

www.theglobafund.org/jobs

Development of a National Directory of Essential Services for Children & Young People

Lao People's Democratic Republic (the) - Vientiane

Under the general guidance of the Chief of Sections, HIV/AIDS and Child Protection. The production of the Directory would be over seen by the Vientiane Youth Centre, Lao Women’s Union Vientiane Capital. The Consultant will:
Develop a directory of essential services for children that can be used by all organizations working for children and by young people. Some examples of possible organisations/agencies that may benefit include the national hotline; health, education, justice, police and social welfare sectors to facilitate rapid referral, access to essential services and create a one-stop information source.
The directory should be a national directory reflecting the listing of central, provincial and district level facilities that provide the following services:
Voluntary Confidential Counselling Centres; STI test and treatment sites; health centres, district; provincial hospitals (defining the available services-especially paediatric and youth friendly services); emergency service contacts (fire, water, police, disaster); drug rehabilitation centres and provincial /local experts; NGOs with a child portfolio, developmental partners with a child portfolio; services and shelters offering counselling and support for children and adults as victims of violence, exploitation, trafficking, neglect and abuse; counselling networks of the Lao Women’s Union; services offering legal advice and referrals for children and women; services offering reproductive health, HIV /AIDS, STI; Lao Network of People Living with HIV, including support group locations and meeting times; Child Protection Networks; children and young persons with disabilities; services for accident survivors including road accidents and accidents from unexploded ordnance (UXO).
An appropriate mix of the following should be used to acquire the information required to inform the directory:
• Building on existing models;
• Consult with key partners to verify location, contact details and service times;
• Consult with key stakeholders (NGOs, ministries – health, justice, police, social welfare, education, UN partners ) to verify information;
• Design and test the directory;
• Build consensus and ownership around the directory by promoting its benefits through dialogue with service providers.

How to apply

Interested applicants can contact Mr. Thongdeng Silakoune through email: tsilakoune@unicef.org for more information or questions.

Qualified applicants should send their application, duly completed UN Personal History Form, and a copy of degree to:

The Human Resources Officer
UNICEF, P.O. Box 1080, Vientiane, Lao PDR
or email to: sdouangdara@unicef.org
Tel: 856 (21) 315200-04

Medical Coordinator (M/F) - Zimbabwe

Zimbabwe - 70% in Harare - 30% in Chipinge

Zimbabwe experienced unprecedented political and socio-economic challenges since 2000 to date which had direct implications for the welfare of its population. Political crisis, cyclone, floods, droughts, epidemics, brain drain, hyperinflation adversely affected basic social services delivery in health, education, water and sanitation and social protection. In the last humanitarian development index 2010, Zimbabwe is the last ranked country ; 169 on 169 countries. Maternal mortality in Zimbabwe is one of the highest in the world as well as the under five mortality respectively 790/100,000 and 96/1,000 live births . In this worrying health situation, Manicaland province has the lowest percentage of complete scheme immunization and the highest with none vaccination. Manicaland is also between the five provinces with worst health indicators regarding HIV (HIV prevalence = 18% in 2009) and cholera.

The majority of maternal and child deaths is avoidable and can be prevented through affordable interventions, increasing the access to antenatal, delivery and post natal care and guarantee an universal access to adequate PPTCT.

In 2005, MdM France’s initial strategy of intervention was to contribute to the fight against HIV/AIDS by modelling the decentralization process of HIV-related services at rural district level. MdM implemented a comprehensive HIV prevention, care and mitigation initiative in Chipinge District. The first three years and a half of operation (mid 2005-2008) resulted in the achievement of several targets.

Due to the deepening crisis regarding medical care, MdM started engaging in Primary Health Care in June 2008.

In 2010, MDM has developed a 4 years strategy focus in the reduction of maternal and child mortality and a 2 years project to increase the availability and utilization of quality focused mother and child health care services, including PPTCT and HIV services in Chipinge district.

MISSIONS

Principal Mission To supervise the good implementation of the program activities and the quality of the medical activities.

More specifically :
To participate to the country context analysis and to the country strategy definition and revision.
To follow up and report on the country health situation.
To supervise and implement the health needs assessments.
To prepare and be actively involved in the set-up and the start-up of new projects/sites of the MdM mission in Zimbabwe.
To attend on behalf of MdM to the health meetings held at national, provincial and district levels.
To supervise and support the program manager for a proper planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the programme.
To ensure a permanent work on capacity building for MdM medical staff, propose and implement training.
To support line managers with the recruitment and evaluation of medical staff.
To define/adjust relevant indicators to be used for proper monitoring of the activities, and evaluation of the results and impact of the programme over the period of implementation.
To support the program manager for project evaluation.
To contribute to proposal writing and prepare related budgets.
To participate to the internal coordination meetings and update MdM teams on health issues.
To revise and analyse the monthly medical department report.
To brief MdM staff on medical protocols and ensure their implementation.
To ensure a regular update on national protocols is provided to MdM team and that activities are implemented accordingly.

PROFILE

- Medical doctor, nurse or midwife with HIV/AIDS knowledge
- Public Health qualifications would be an advantage
- Experience in maternal and child health project
- Experience in HIV/AIDS programs preferably in Sub-Saharan Africa
- Experience in medical personnel management
- Experience in Project Cycle Management, Monitoring & Evaluation

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Type of contract : EMPLOYEE // FIXED-TERM CONTRACT
Full time

Starting : 02/05/2011
Duration : 12 months

Family posting possible, possibility to bring family.

’MdM reserves the right to close the vacancy before the advertised deadline. Thank you for your understanding.’

How to apply

Please send your application via our website : http://www.medecinsdumonde.org/fr/Agir-Donner/Travailler-avec-MdM/Postes-a-l-etranger2

Senior Reproductive Health Commodity Security Advisor

POSITION: Senior Reproductive Health Commodity Security Advisor
REPORTS TO: Project Technical & Deputy Director
LOCATION: Accra, Ghana

OVERALL RESPONSIBILITIES:

AWARE I implanted commodity security systems in seven countries (Cameroun, Burkina, Niger, Gambia, Sierra Leone, Guinea), established an agreed upon protocol for commodity security at the regional level, created two centers (CESAG and IRSP) of commodity security instruction in the region to sustain high quality services into the future, and trained more than 100 West and Central African professionals in the management of commodity security through several iterations of courses now established at IRSP (Institute Regional de la Santé Publique)) and CESAG (Centre Africain de Management et Gestion). To consolidate & expand this platform AWARE II, in collaboration with Deliver, has already trained in 12 Reproductive Health Commodity Security (RHCS) responsible at MOH from 6 non-USAID presence francophone countries (Burkina Faso, Mauritania, Togo, Gabon, Cote d’Ivoire, Niger) in supply chain management of Reproductive Health commodities in Year 1.

The AWARE II Senior Logistics/ Commodity Security Advisor will pursue the work initiated in the domain to develop and implement, in collaboration with partners in the region, the strategies and programs for the achievements of AWARE II project objectives in Reproductive Health Commodity Security. In close collaboration with the project Senior Technical Advisors, under the technical leadership and guidance of the Project Deputy and Technical Directors, the Senior Logistics Advisor will work with MOH and partners in focus countries to refine as needed the national logistic systems for improving the availability, accessibility, and utilization of Reproductive Health and other essential health commodities. The Senior Logistics Advisor provides technical expertise and strategy across the key areas of supply chain system assessment approaches and tools for forecasting, quantification, storage, inventory, distribution; management information and alerts systems. S/He will assure the overall technical leadership for the AWARE II project RHCS at regional and national level in collaboration with MOH and partners engaged in this area.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide technical support, advice and information at the regional and national levels on how to strengthen supply chain for reproductive commodities systems to ensure availability, accessibility and use of RH commodities by all individuals across.
• Provide technical assistance and strategic guidance to countries for participatory gaps assessment of countries RHCS national and development and implementation of the necessary corrective measures.
• Lead the technical assistance in analyzing RH commodity systems, improving forecasting, warehousing, distribution, transportation and logistics information systems.
• Contribute to the regional advocacy efforts with partners for the reliable and consistent improvement of RH commodities policy environment and systems strengthening.
• Take a lead role in the project efforts to improving the policy environment for RHCS and strengthening the capacity of the country RHCS systems and structures.
• Contribute to the development, implementation and monitoring of the national and regional strategies on RHCS.
• Build national capacity to develop and maintain reproductive health commodity logistics systems as well as to provide consultancy services in RHCS as needed.
• Identify and support national, regional and international experts and institutional partners in providing technical support to countries in the area of RHCS.
• Identify, develop and/or adapt training materials and manuals in the substantive area and ensure their availability for capacity development, and support their implementation.
• Maintain and foster substantive and intellectual regional partnerships in RHCS for advancing state-of-the-art knowledge.
• Collect and review lessons learned from program implementation to refine methodologies for effective RHCS.
• Disseminate and promote the use of state-of-the-art technical knowledge, evidence based approaches, lessons learned and success stories and ensure their use to improve the effectiveness of operations.
• Remain knowledgeable and up-to-date on all technical and implementation issues that relate to RHCS as well other components of Health systems development.
• Contribute to evidence and knowledge sharing in RHCS among countries and regional networks and partners.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Advanced Degree in Management, public health or related fields with a background in pharmacy or the pharmaceutical sciences is preferred.
• At least 10 years field experience in health commodities logistics.
• Significant experience in key areas of supply chain system assessment approaches and tools, forecasting and quantification methods and tools, procurement processes Inventory control and distribution systems and Management information systems.
• Knowledge and/or understanding of the supply chain management systems for health commodities in the West African.
• Knowledge of US Government-funded programs and experience managing relationships with USAID missions is preferred.
• Proven programmatic, technical, and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with professional colleagues in a broad range of governmental organizations and Implementing Partners are highly desirable.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, sound judgment, communication skills, ability to identify and resolve policy and operational constraints.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communications, teamwork and partnering abilities.
• Demonstrated excellent language skills in French and English (both written and oral) with the ability to conduct business in both languages.
• Demonstrated computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite applications including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Power Point.
• Ability and willingness to travel frequently within the West African Region as may be required.

How to apply

To apply for this position, please submit your cover letter and CV to the Employment Opportunities section of our website at https://jobs-msh.icims.com

Monitoring Expert The Capacity Building Trust Fund (CBTF)

Location information: Southern Sudan, including travel to the states

Monitoring Expert

The Financial management agency to the Capacity Building Trust Fund (CBTF II, www.cbtf-southernsudan.org) is in the process of identifying a Monitoring Expert to assure a well-organized collection, processing, presentation and sharing of monitoring information on all CBTF II projects.

The anticipated level of effort is approximately 110 working days (i.e. five working months in all) over the ten-month period from April 2011 until January 2012. A first mission to Southern Sudan is anticipated to start in April 2011 and may last up to two months.

The consultant should ideally have the following:

a. Master degree in Development Studies and/or related discipline;
b. At least five years of professional experience in development planning, management, local development, or related fields in developing countries, preferably in post-conflict contexts in Africa;
c. At least three years of hands-on experience in designing, managing and using monitoring and evaluation systems and procedures, preferably in capacity-building projects in the context of post-conflict, fragile or newly independent states;
d. At least three years experience in capacity building projects;
e. Experience in monitoring and/or evaluation of pooled funding mechanisms is an asset;
f. Experience in conducting project/programme reviews in contexts similar to Southern Sudan is highly desirable;
g. Knowledge of development issues and assistance Southern Sudan is highly desirable;
h. Familiarity to one or more local languages, as spoken in Southern Sudan is desirable;
i. Excellent report-writing and presentation skills, also for lay audiences;
j. Proficiency with the most common ICT tools, including design, operation and use of simple databases;
k. Willingness to travel to states and to work under simple conditions.

How to apply

Interested candidates should send their CV, including contact information and an indication of the expected remuneration to contracts@cbtf-southernsudan.org. The deadline for submissions is April 4th, 2011.

RCI - Administrateur Urgence Solidarités International

* Contrat de salarié de 6 mois, à pourvoir dès que possible *

MISSION

Solidarités est une association humanitaire qui intervient auprès des populations vulnérables, essentiellement victimes des conflits armés et des guerres. Spécialisée depuis 30 ans dans la couverture des besoins vitaux, à savoir boire, manger et s'abriter, elle met en œuvre des programmes d'urgence puis de reconstruction. Dans le respect des cultures, Solidarités met en œuvre ses programmes en unissant ses compétences à celles des employés et des cadres locaux. Les équipes de Solidarités International, composées d’environ 160 volontaires et de près d’un millier de cadres et d’employés locaux, sont aujourd'hui présentes en Afghanistan, au Pakistan, au Bangladesh, en Côte d’Ivoire, en Haïti, au Kenya, au Libéria, au Myanmar, en République Centrafricaine, en République Démocratique du Congo, en Somalie, au Soudan, au Tchad, en Thaïlande, et au Zimbabwe.

CONTEXTE D'INTERVENTION

Solidarités International est présent en Côte d’Ivoire depuis 2003. Nos équipes sont intervenues dans l’est du pays (Moyen Cavally et Montagnes) jusqu’à la fin de l’année 2008 dans les secteurs de l’eau, l’hygiène et l’assainissement et de la sécurité alimentaire. Dans cette région, Solidarités a tout d’abord mené des activités de distributions d’urgence et d’assainissement avant de déployer des activités d’appui à la réinstallation des populations déplacées sur l’axe Toulepleu - Guiglo - Blolequin.

L’instabilité politique et militaire que traverse aujourd’hui le pays, se traduit par un fort risque de détérioration de la situation humanitaire dans le pays, avec en premier lieu le risque de déplacements de populations, que ce soit à l’intérieur du pays et ou vers les pays frontaliers.

Solidarités International souhaite intervenir auprès des populations vulnérables notamment à travers des interventions d’urgence en eau, hygiène et assainissement. Dans ce cadre-là, Solidarités International recrute un Administrateur, disponible dès que possible.

Dans le cadre de la mise en œuvre du mandat de Solidarités International en RCI, l’Administrateur sera en charge :
- de la gestion administrative des lieux de vie et de travail
- de l’organisation du bureau administratif
- de la gestion administrative de la base
- de la gestion des ressources humaines
- de la gestion comptable et budgétaire
- de la gestion de la trésorerie

FONCTIONS

1.Gestion administratives des lieux de vie et de travail :

- Négocie les conditions des baux (loyer, durée, préavis, renouvellement et résiliation, entretien, etc.)
- Etablit et signe les baux, ou les présente à la signature du Coordinateur Terrain
- Suit les relations avec les propriétaires et assure le suivi administratif des locations
- Supervise l'équipement, l'entretien et la maintenance des biens immobiliers
- Assure le suivi administratif des sinistres / réhabilitation / travaux d’agrandissement
- Etablit les règles collectives et veille à leur application

2.Organisation du bureau :

- Affecte au personnel de bureau admin les espaces de travail et les équipements
- Organise et assure le suivi, le classement et l'archivage des documents administratifs
- Fait assurer l’entretien et la maintenance des équipements de bureau administratifs

3.Gestion administrative de la base :

- Veille au respect des législations nationales en vigueur
- Veille au respect des procédures Solidarités International
- Assure les relations administratives avec les autorités nationales et leurs représentants au niveau local

4.Gestion des ressources humaines :

- Assure le suivi comptable et financier des expatriés
- Participe à l'accueil du personnel et assure le briefing administratif
- Assure ou supervise la gestion administrative de l'embauche
- Assure le suivi du dossier de chaque salarié et établit et tient le registre général du personnel
- Participe à l'instruction et à la décision des mesures disciplinaires
- Assure le suivi administratif des contentieux et représente l'organisation devant les autorités administratives et éventuellement judiciaires
- Recense les éléments permettant l'établissement de la paie et assure celle-ci
- Participe à la définition d'une politique de gestion des ressources humaines et la met en application
- Informe sur la réglementation concernant les conditions de travail et veille à leur application
- Analyse et quantifie les besoins en personnel administratif
- Définit chaque poste : titre, position dans l'organigramme, niveau de qualification, durée du contrat, salaire
- Assure les entretiens d’appréciation des performances et la formation du personnel administratif
- Assure le suivi administratif de l'ensemble des recrutements et le respect du processus définis

5.Gestion comptable et budgétaire :

- Assure la tenue physique des caisses et leur sécurité
- Assure la tenue de la comptabilité à partir des justificatifs, ventilation et affectation des opérations en comptabilité analytique, établissement de la balance des comptes, classement et archivage des pièces
- Transmet l'information comptable et budgétaire au Coordinateur Administratif et pour ce qui les concerne aux responsables de programme
- Assure l'élaboration et la construction des budgets prévisionnels
- Assure la mise à jour mensuelle des suivis budgétaires des projets en lien avec les responsables de projet
- Propose des modifications et informe les équipes des modifications opérées
- Participe au suivi des engagements pris auprès des bailleurs de fonds : respect des termes et modalités des contrats, participation à l’établissement des rapports financiers dans les formes imposées par les bailleurs

6.Gestion de la trésorerie :

- Assure la prévision de la trésorerie nécessaire à la bonne marche des programmes et de la logistique
- Transmet cette prévision au Coordinateur Administratif pour lui permettre d’assurer les approvisionnements
- Autorise les dépenses prévues et priorise les dépenses en fonction des fonds disponibles

PROFIL DU CANDIDAT

• Formation : Niveau universitaire ou équivalent en comptabilité/gestion/administration
• Expérience professionnelle : Au minimum 2 ans à un poste similaire
• Langues : français
• Informatique : parfaite maîtrise de Word et Excel, logiciel de comptabilité SAGA un plus
• Qualités requises : rigueur, dynamisme, aisance avec les chiffres

CONDITIONS

Poste salarié : à partir de 1400 euros brut par mois, selon expérience.

Solidarités International prend également en charge les frais d'hébergement ainsi que les frais de déplacements entre le pays d'origine de l’expatrié et le lieu de mission. Un Per Diem mensuel d'un montant de 400 euros est versé localement pour subvenir aux frais de nourriture et frais divers.

- Couverture sociale : L’expatrié bénéficie d’une couverture sociale de qualité permettant de couvrir tous les frais de santé et d’une prévoyance accident incluant les risques de guerre.

- Break : En cours de mission, une alternance travail- repos est assurée par une politique de breaks imposée par Solidarités International entre deux périodes de travail. La fréquence des breaks est prévue tous les trois mois.

How to apply

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