Director – Middle East and North Africa Programme

£55,560 per annum + benefits if based in London; package for other locations will be confirmed at offer London or other location in the MENA region

At Amnesty International (AI) we fight injustice on a global scale. To do that well, we need strong and coherent leadership across each of the regions in which we operate. Developing and rolling out our programme strategy for the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), that’s exactly what you’ll provide.

About the role
In this high profile role, you’ll lead both the day-to-day running and strategic development of our programme in the MENA region. Managing a substantial budget and a dedicated 30-strong team split between London and our regional office in Beirut, you’ll provide the strategic and political analysis that shapes and drives our human rights agenda across the region. In doing so, you’ll make sure that our work – from the way we approach research and membership campaigning to government lobbying and the content of our own publications – meet the organisation’s standards and are closely aligned with its wider objectives.

About you
You’ll need an expert knowledge of the political landscape and human rights issues in the region. You must be familiar with the international legal framework around human rights and the requirements of our campaigning work. A strategic thinker with excellent political judgement, you’ll be a powerful communicator. You should be able to get your message across in English and Arabic and, ideally, French. Most important, will be the inspirational leadership skills you bring to the role that enable you to bring out the best in a diverse and geographically widespread team.

About us
Our aim is simple: an end to human rights abuses. Independent and impartial, we campaign for freedom and justice wherever they’re denied. Already our network of almost three million members and supporters is making a difference in 150 countries. And whether we’re applying pressure through powerful research or direct lobbying, mass demonstrations or online campaigning, we’re all inspired by hope for a better world. One where human rights are respected and protected by everyone, everywhere.

For more information and to apply, please visit http://www.amnesty.org/jobs

Closing date: 22nd May 2011

Chief Marketing Officer Velifin Mexico

Velifin is a wholesale Non-Bank Financial Institution (NBFI) headquartered in Mexico City, dedicated to providing credit to Micro, Small and Medium Enterprise lenders (SOFOMes/NBFIs) in Mexico. The company is capitalized by a US University Endowment Fund, a Private Equity Fund and OPIC (Overseas Private Investment Corporation).

About the Job:
Velifin is seeking for a Chief Marketing Officer to lead its efforts to market its products to prospective clients.

Tasks and Responsibilities:


•Responsible for primary relationship with prospects and clients;
•Reporting to the CEO as well as to the Management Committee, and work directly with CIO and COO in the origination and underwriting functions.



Qualifications:


•At least 10 years of experience in financial institutions;
•Undergraduate degree. MBA is preferred;
•Knowledgeable of credit and operations in the Mexican market; most likely having previous experience running a regional or business unit in a recognized financial/credit organization or financial consulting firm, as well as dealing at Board levels;
•Sales experience and focus in creating and marketing transactions desirable;
•Experience in structured finance a plus;
•Fully bilingual in English and Spanish;
•Unquestionable business ethics; ability to understand company's funding products and capabilities, identify suitable opportunities and negotiate transaction terms; ability to support proposed transactions internally with underwriting and credit committee;
•Credit and risk understanding; negotiation and decision-making;
•Leadership and effective management abilities, able to build efficient groups, promoting teamwork;
•Strategic vision, results-oriented approach; ability to work under demanding conditions, providing appropriate response to adverse, complex situations; creative, pragmatic and well organized.

How to Apply:
Interested candidates can send their resume and cover letter to:
rrahman at velifin.com

Associate Researcher for the IGES Kitakyushu Urban Centre

IGES KUC is seeking an Associate Researcher to join the team which will be managing this new programme. The main responsibilities of this staff are:
(1) Assist the programme manager in the implementation and overall management of the programmefs activities, including:

Coordination and communication work with a wide range of stakeholders from ASEAN, national and local governments, as well as international organisations;
Managing logistical matters for the organising of events such as consultative meetings, workshops and seminars under the programme;
Conducting basic policy-oriented research for the development of programme-related outputs
Maintenance of the programmefs database and website
Drafting and editing of programme-related reports, communication materials and publications

(2) Contribute to the KUC's other research and activities when necessary

- Should have a minimum Masters Degree, or equivalent, in environmental studies, development economics, political science, social sciences or other related or relevant field;
- Knowledge of economic, social and development issues in Asian countries;
- At least 2 years' work experience at a research institute, university, think-tank, governmental agency, private company or international organisations;
- Knowledge of or familiarity with sustainable urban development issues and familiarity with governance processes and mechanisms of ASEAN, national governments and local governments is desirable;
- Strong communication skills with excellent level of written and spoken English, ability to make oral presentations and write publishable reports;
- Basic skills in Microsoft Office software applications, particularly Microsoft Word, Excel and Powerpoint are required, while skills in website development and image editing software, such as Adobe Dreamweaver and Photoshop, are an added advantage;
- Nationals of ASEAN member states with proficiency in Asian languages, as well as in Japanese, is an added advantage;
- Ability to take own initiatives, and work towards concrete targets;
- Ability to plan work-related tasks well and to meet strict deadlines; and
- Ability to work independently as well as in a multi-cultural team.
- The applicant should be willing and able to travel frequently to ASEAN countries.

Please visit our website at http://www.iges.or.jp/en/news/saiyo/201104kuc3/index.html for more details.

Project Manager for Microfinance Projects PlaNet Finance

About the Organization:
Founded in October 1998, PlaNet Finance (PF) Group’s mission aims to alleviate poverty by contributing to the development of the microfinance sector. It supports MFIs by providing them with technical assistance services in terms of capacity building and financing to facilitate their growth. PF also works with the private sector (banks and financial institutions), international agencies and governments to facilitate the development of an efficient and mainstream microfinance sector.

Background:
PlaNet Finance is developing a Micro and SME lending project with one of the key players of that field in South Africa. The project aims to assess the local market trends and analyze optimal location for the development of a lending program for microentrepreneurs. This includes the development of a sound financial model and the implementation of an expansion plan and its corresponding roll-out.

About the Job:
PlaNet Finance is seeking an experienced Project Manager with relevant work experience, especially in the field of microfinance and knowledge in small enterprises lending. The Project Manager will be in charge of running the technical assistance program and providing managerial and technical support. The current open position is based in South Africa: Johannesburg. The Project Manager must be available 8 to 12 months, from the end of April or the beginning of May.

Tasks and Responsibilities:


•Marketing, business development and product design: Definition of target groups, clients segments, market analysis; evaluation of a specific marketing strategy, channel and methodology for each segment; development of a multi-products offering strategy in MSME lending; business development and strategic marketing of the organization;
•Operations management: Product design, design of processes and systems adaptation: Zoning methodologies, technology enhancements, etc.; drafting of operations processes and guidelines: including risk acceptance and pricing; support the implementation and improvement of operations policies and procedures; maximize the effectiveness and efficiency of branch operations and distribution network; oversee branch operations, business development (sales) and credit controls; follow up the portfolio during the pilot phase; provide training, assistance and monitoring to field agents and branch managers;
•HR management: Contribute to the identification, recruitment and training/coaching of loan officers and branch managers; development of follow up procedures and incentive systems for loan officers and branch managers; manage the team of consultants and technical Assistants (7 to 10 people);
•Business intelligence and MIS specification: Coordinate the analysis of the functional adequacy of existing MIS; design of business intelligence reports;
•Risk management and scoring.

Qualifications:


•Must have prior project and staff management experience in addition to having banking and microfinance background. S/he must have a genuine passion and enthusiasm for the microfinance sector and a commitment to our poverty alleviation mission;
•A track record in managing a financial institution servicing the MSME sector or involvement at a senior level in the provision of advisory services to MFIs;
•Deep knowledge in Micro and SME Banking and financial sector in developing countries;
•5 to 10 years of direct experience in MSME Operations, strong and proven experience in MSME appraisal and lending methodologies;
•Demonstrated experience and success developing new products and processes for MSMEs;
•Deep knowledge in project management; focused on quality and client-satisfaction, with the capacity to ask the right questions, identify solutions and implement them; detail-oriented, focused and organized; able to anticipate, prioritize and manage tasks in a fast changing environment;
•Experiences in Africa, and particularly South Africa, are a plus;
•Native English speaker with oral and written communication skills and a demonstrated ability to create persuasive, clear and concise communications to different publics. Knowledge of local South African languages is a plus. French and or Spanish speaker is a plus.

How to Apply:
Interested candidates can send their resume and cover letter to:
Adrien Champey & Clémence Metz
recrut at planetfinance.org

Analyst - Francophone Africa and Middle East/North Africa

Analyst - Francophone Africa and Middle East/North Africa
Microfinance Information eXchange
Morocco

About the Organization:
The MIX (Microfinance Information eXchange) is a global information service for the microfinance industry. Its main mission is to help build microfinance market infrastructure. The MIX intends to address one of the key challenges of the microfinance industry: the lack of reliable, comparable and publicly available information on the financial strength and performance of MFIs, which underpins the development of the market for microfinance services.

About the Job:
The MIX (Microfinance Information eXchange) is seeking a Microfinance Analyst for francophone Africa and the Middle East/North Africa for a fast paced financial sector non-profit. The qualified candidates will be responsible for contributing to the growth and expansion of MIX's core activities in Africa and the Middle East in support of the organization's goals of achieving reliable, comparable, publicly available information on the performance and outreach of MFIs.

Tasks and Responsibilities:


•Primary responsibility (80% of time): Manage relations with a portfolio of MFIs in the region; solicit, collect, validate, reclassify, adjust and analyze MFI information; update MFI and other related actor data in MIX database and systems;
•Build relationships with and support regional partners who carry out similar data collection, publication and analysis work;
•Produce analysis on local microfinance markets; manage and expand contacts with other relevant regional microfinance actors; and carry out research to further the MIX’s understanding of regional actors and developments affecting MFI performance;
•Secondary responsibility (20% of time): Support the other work of the MIX on any number of tasks including to: contribute to shared analyst tools and systems; market and promote MIX services to other actors in the industry;
•Working relationships: the Analyst will work as part of a regional team of Africa Analysts under the direct supervision of the Operations Manager, with a collective responsibility for industry analysis covering the globe in the performance and outreach of MFIs.

Qualifications:


•Bachelors/B.Com in economics, finance, accounting/auditing, or relevant field. Masters degree strongly preferred;
•Experience in accounting, audit, or financial analysis, particularly in financial services or banking sectors;
•Fluency in written and spoken French and English;
•Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint and comfort with online databases are essential;
•Familiarity with microfinance or financial services sector preferred;
•Self-starter and independent actor; able to carry out agreed work plan with little supervision;
•Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills;
•Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).

Interested candidates can send their resume and cover letter to:
hr at themix.org
Please mention "Africa/MENA Analyst" in the subject line.

Gerente de Finanzas y Operaciones

Gerente de Finanzas y Operaciones
Proyecto ProSalud
Evinayong, Guinea Ecuatorial

Montrose ( www.montroseint.com ) es una compañía internacional de servicios de desarrollo que ofrece apoyo a clientes en países en desarrollo. Especializada en los sectores de la salud, la educación, la sostenibilidad rural, y el agua y el saneamiento, ofrecemos servicios de asesoría técnica así como servicios integrales de desarrollo y administración. Nuestros clientes incluyen organizaciones bilaterales y multilaterales, el sector privado, organizaciones no gubernamentales y otros inversionistas en desarrollo.

Montrose está emprendiendo un proyecto a gran escala de cuidado primario de salud y de agua y saneamiento por cinco años en Guinea Ecuatorial. El objetivo principal del proyecto es el de mejorar la salud maternal y de los niños menores de cinco años de edad en el distrito Centro-Sur del suelo continental de Guinea Ecuatorial. Los elementos clave del proyecto incluyen: servicios de buena calidad para el cuidado primario de la salud, cambios en el comportamiento a nivel comunitario; mejorar el acceso al agua potable en los centros de la salud y en las comunidades; mejorar el saneamiento en los centros de la salud y en las comunidades; y un esquema de pequeños subsidios.

Gerente de Finanzas y Operaciones

Estamos buscando una persona cualificada, con entusiasmo, y que hable español para cubrir el puesto de Gerente de Finanzas y Operaciones.

El Gerente de Finanzas y Operaciones será responsable de la administración y supervisión de las finanzas, los recursos humanos, la administración y las operaciones dentro del país. El candidato ideal habrá de tener experiencia relevante en el ámbito de proyectos internacionales con sólidos antecedentes en finanzas y administración. Este puesto está localizado en Evinayong, Guinea Ecuatorial, y requiere fluidez en español.

Responsable:

V. Finanzas

En consulta con el Coordinador del Proyecto ProSalud y el Gerente de Finanzas de Montrose:

• Encargado de la administración diaria de la contabilidad, facturación, nóminas, manejo del efectivo, y de preparar informes financieros internos.
• Asegurar que los informes sean precisos y oportunos.
• Revisar constantemente las prácticas y los procedimientos de trabajo para mejorar la eficiencia de las operaciones e identificar problemas potenciales en las cuentas, los procesos, y los controles financieros, y traerlo ante la atención de la gerencia de forma proactiva para que puedan actuar y resolverlos.
• Manejar la nómina y monitorear los pagos de los impuestos nacionales que se requieran.
• Proveer apoyo y aportes a los procesos de planificación financiera de los proyectos incluyendo el monitoreo de los procesos.
• Coordinar las comunicaciones y los informes al Gerente de Finanzas de Montrose en la oficina central.
• Cualquier otra actividad relacionada a finanzas que solicite el Coordinador del Proyecto.

VI. Recursos Humanos

En consulta con el Coordinador del Proyecto ProSalud y el Gerente de Programas y Operaciones de Montrose:

• Encargado de todos los aspectos referentes al manejo de los recursos humanos para todos los empleados nacionales incluyendo pero no limitado a: reclutamiento, la negociación y legalización de contratos, capacitación, supervisión, e informes.
• Supervisar los procesos de manejo de desempeño, incluyendo las evaluaciones de probatorias, evaluaciones del desempeño y el desarrollo del plan de trabajo.
• Coordinar y administrar las actividades de la Agencia de Recursos Humanos.
• Supervisar la implementación, aplicación, y actualización de los procedimientos de Recursos Humanos.
• Monitorear los contratos, las licencias, la asistencia, y otros asuntos relacionados del personal nacional.

VII. Administración y Operaciones/Logísticas

En consulta con el Coordinador del Proyecto del Proyecto ProSalud:

• Encargado del manejo general de las operaciones de la oficina.
• Supervisar el inventario de la oficina y del alojamiento del personal expatriado.
• Supervisar el manejo de existencias.
• La aplicación y actualización de los sistemas y procedimientos de administración de oficina de ProSalud.
• Asegurar que los procedimientos internos de finanzas y administración sean compatibles con las leyes actuales de GE.
• Supervisión de Logísticas.
• Supervisar los procesos de suministros y adquisiciones.
• Monitorear los acuerdos contractuales con los subcontratistas y su cumplimiento con las políticas y los procedimientos de ProSalud.


VIII. Cumplimiento con las políticas de HSSE y de Conducta Ética

En consulta con el Coordinador del proyecto del Proyecto ProSalud y el Gerente de Programas y Operaciones de Montrose:
• Responsable por el monitoreo continuo del cumplimiento del personal, las actividades del proyecto, y los subcontratistas, con las políticas de HSSE y de Conducta Ética.
• Responsable de asegurar que el personal y los subcontratistas reciban capacitación y entiendan sus responsabilidades en cuanto a los Planes de HSSE y del Manejo de Conducta Ética.
• Manejar la actualización regular del registro de riesgos.
• Responsable de preparar informes sobre cualquier incidente relacionado con HSSE y Conducta Ética.
• Responsable de darle seguimiento a la documentación de cualquier incidente.

Supervisado por: Coordinador del Proyecto
Supervisa a: Oficial de Logísticas; Asistente Financiero y Administrativo

Requisitos
• Un mínimo de cinco años de experiencia relevante con experiencia específica en finanzas, administración y logísticas.
• Educación y capacitación relevante en Finanzas y Administración.
• Experiencia relacionada en países en desarrollo, preferiblemente en África.
• La flexibilidad, el entusiasmo y la iniciativa son esenciales para este puesto.
• La fluidez en el español es esencial; se valorará especialmente la fluidez en el inglés.

Procedimiento de solicitud

Los candidatos que cumplan con los requisitos mencionados anteriormente deben someter un CV detallado junto a una carta que explique cuán adecuado es usted para el puesto. Los documentos deben contener un teléfono de contacto diurno y tres referencias (con teléfono y correo electrónico de contacto). Las solicitudes se deben enviar por correo electrónico a hreg@montroseafrica.com por 29 abril 2011.

Expert in Inclusive Growth

Description:

Introduction:

Ramboll Finland Oy is currently implementing PROPEMCE The Programme to Enhance Small Enterprise growth of Nicaragua through the Development of Existing Value Chains financed by the Ministry for Foreign Affairs of Finland. The general objective of the Project is to contribute to inclusive and sustainable growth of the private sector in Nicaragua, enhancing the position of small enterprises and improving the inclusion and participation of women and indigenous populations in five selected value chains.

We are urgently looking for a successor for our present Expert in Inclusive Growth within the project.

The remaining work period is for one position between May 2011 and July 2012

It is advantageous if the expert can start work immediately.

Qualifications and professional experience required:

• Masters degree in economics, social sciences, agriculture, or development studies;
• Knowledge of Value Chain methodologies (preferably Wood/Furniture, Roots and Tubers, Cheese, Vegetables, Tourism);
• Demonstrated knowledge of statistics and experience in processing and analysis of statistical data using quantitative and qualitative analysis;
• Experience with project development, project management, and monitoring and evaluation, preferably in the field of M4P and Inclusion;
• Knowledge of the concept of decent work and the crosscutting themes of the programme;
• Good understanding of the national framework and coordination with other relevant programming in Nicaragua;
• Excellent analytical skills;
• Excellent drafting and writing skills in both Spanish and English languages;
• Willingness to participate in the programme activities of ProPemce.

Experience:

• Ten years experience in the development and implementation of projects;
• Ten years experience on analysis, programme planning, or programme implementation in socioeconomic issues, particularly those related to value chains, markets systems, M4P, Inclusion, poverty, cross-cutting issues (gender, environmental sustainability, governability);
• Proven experience in gathering, processing and analysis of information;
• Experience in knowledge management, particularly in the preparation of knowledge products for international cooperation;
• Experience working with international cooperation;
• Experience in working with government officials, NGOs, private sector and business community.

Applications:

Please send your updated CV to Ms. Marjo Paavola and Mr. Ross Snell at your earliest convenience, however at the latest by 25 April 2011 to the e-mail address: marjo.paavola@ramboll.fi with a copy to Mr. Ross Snell: ross.snell@ramboll.fi

New Junior/Mid-Level General Development Officer Openings

Management Systems International (MSI) is a global international development firm based in Washington, D.C. providing specialized short- and long-term technical assistance. MSI is part of Coffey International Development, a global international development consulting firm. Together with Coffey ID, MSI now has more than 1,500 development professionals worldwide, a corporate presence in 11 countries and manages more than 200 projects worldwide. It currently manages more than 20 long-term projects in countries, including Iraq, Sudan, Colombia and Russia. Broadly, MSI implements a range of analytical and field projects in its core technical areas, including democracy and governance, strategic management and performance improvement, organizational capacity building, human development and natural resource management. For more information on MSI, please visit our website at www.msiworldwide.com.

Project/Proposal Summary: During the last year, USAID has undertaken a nearly unprecedented staffing increase as they added hundreds of new positions to the mission in Afghanistan and around the world. MSI is proud to partner with USAID on this effort, and has been working closely with AID since 2009 to support this massive recruiting effort.

USAID and MSI are looking for strong development and technical professionals for positions based in Kabul as well as throughout the regions of Afghanistan.

This exciting staffing increase will directly support USAID’s mission to promote the rapid transition of Afghanistan to a more stable and productive state, and to promote democracy, rule of law, and sustainable economic and social development that is responsive to the Afghan citizens’ needs.

These Foreign Service Limited positions offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including substantial uplifts for post differential and danger pay. All positions are unaccompanied and require US Citizenship.

Position Summary:
The FS-04/05 General Development Officer (GDO) will be based on a Provincial Reconstruction Team (PRT), District Support Team (DST), Regional Command Center or other field unit. The GDO will support a range of development programs throughout Afghanistan by assisting with development of strategies and analytical models, the design of methodologies and the analysis of data; and will provide assistance on these development programs. Contracts are one year to start, renewable up to five years. Salary: $42,948.00 - $77,837.00 USD/year.

Responsibilities:
• Serve as a field officer responsible for assisting with the implementation of the USAID strategy and operations with the PRT’s Area of Responsibility (AOR).
• Support the PRT itself by helping implement the strategy and guide the activities of the PRT.
• Work together with the Department of Defense, Agriculture, and State personnel on issues such as security, reconstruction and development.
• Help ensure each Coalition Force and Afghan stakeholder has the appropriate level of understanding, appreciation, ownership, and participation in USAID programs.
• Assist in assuring all administrative and accountability requirements related to USAID office operations are met and ensure these are handled in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Handle logistics, prepare materials, and deliver briefings for visitors as needed.
• Expected to develop a productive relationship with and lend support to one or more USAID programs (i.e. health, education, infrastructure, governance, economic growth, etc.) and may be asked to perform specific duties including monitoring and evaluation.








Qualifications:
• U.S. citizenship required. Candidates with dual citizenship would need to renounce secondary citizenship
due to security clearance requirements.
• FS-04:
o Bachelor’s degree plus 5 years relevant experience of which 3 years are relevant experience in developing countries; or
o Master’s plus 4 years relevant experience of which 2 years are relevant experience in developing countries, or 1 is in Afghanistan or Iraq.
• FS-05:
o Bachelor’s plus 4 years relevant experience of which 2 years are relevant experience in developing countries or 1 is in Afghanistan or Iraq; or
o Master’s plus 3 years relevant experience of which 2 years are relevant experience in developing countries or 1 is in Afghanistan or Iraq.
• Knowledge of program/project management (design, implementation, monitoring and/or evaluation) principles, theories, concepts, methods and techniques.
• Ability to manage international development projects in a multicultural and interagency team environment.
• Candidates must be able to obtain security and medical clearances.

Physical Qualifications:
Due to the rugged nature of these positions, all candidates will need to meet minimal physical requirements in order to perform daily responsibilities in Kabul, and most especially in the field.

• Civilians working in communities are required to wear 30-40 pounds of body armor/helmet on a daily basis, as well as carry their daypack and water, usually in a backpack weighing an additional 8-10pounds.
• All personnel working in the field are required to walk over uneven and rocky terrain over long distances. This includes field patrols of 5 miles or more to meet with local community members; these field patrols typically occur 2-3 times per week. Generally, personnel will be on their feet 5-6 hours per day.
• Transportation by armored vehicles will be used. Personnel working in the field are required to embark and disembark from such vehicles, which have high clearances and limited individual space to sit and maneuver. Clearances may be up to four feet off the ground, there will be high step rails and/or ladder-type steps, and doorways may be smaller than those of commercial vehicles
• Living conditions are austere. At many field posts, bedding consists of canvas cots with mosquito netting.
• Field environment is challenging. Desert temperatures often reach 100-105 degrees Fahrenheit in the summer. Personnel will be exposed to intense sunlight for several hours at a time. Also, temperatures at night and can become very cold; field personnel must take precautions against frostbite. At times, field personnel may be required to evacuate quickly from an area under their own power due to security concerns.

Additional Afghanistan and Pakistan openings are expected throughout the next year. If you would like to be automatically notified of these openings, please sign up for our weekly jobs listserv here.

For full position descriptions and to apply to these openings, please visit our website: http://www.msiworldwide.com

Only candidates who have been selected as finalists will be contacted. No phone calls, please.

Project Coordinator - NGOS and Humanitarian Reform

Project overview –
The NGOs and Humanitarian Reform Project Phase II (NHRP II) will build on the first Phase (2008-2010, see: www.ngosandhumanitarianreform.org) and work towards more effective humanitarian outcomes by enhancing NGO engagement in humanitarian coordination mechanisms. The project will support both national and international NGOs at the country level to work particularly on improving the humanitarian system, including promoting accountability to affected populations. Learning will be shared across countries to promote good practice. The work at the country level will be drawn upon to influence global level advocacy and policy discussions. The project will work in support of ongoing work of existing forums and initiatives, including the Inter-Agency Standing Committee (IASC) and the Global Humanitarian Platform (GHP).

The implementation of the project will be driven by needs identified at the country level by consortium members (ICVA, DRC, ACTED, Action contre la Faim. Actionaid, CAFOD, NRC). The Danish Refugee Council (DRC) will be the contract holder should it be awarded and ICVA the overall project lead. A Project Coordinator will be based in ICVA’s Geneva offices and five Country Project Managers in each of the focus countries, housed by consortium members. A sixth country may be added to the list during the life of the project. NHRP II will prioritise working with existing NGO coordination mechanisms where possible to take advantage of the possibility of supporting them and multiplying the impact of this project.



Place in the Organisation:
The Project Coordinator reports to a senior ICVA staff member, directly supervises the Grants and Finance Manager and is based in Geneva, Switzerland.
Internal Relations: S/He works closely with all the members of the ICVA Secretariat and more specifically with the Senior Policy Officer – Humanitarian Affairs, whose role it is to cover policy and advocacy related to humanitarian reform.
External Relations: S/He works closely with all the focal points of the core group and more specifically with the contract holder, DRC.

Objective
The Project Coordinator will provide leadership and cohesion to the project by managing its activities, in accordance with the Project Agreement(s), and by guiding its policy development.

Responsibilities
General
• Represent, and be the key contact, for the project
• Oversee implementation and daily management and the project, including project cycle management
• Provide support and guidance to country-level Country Project Managers and country offices.
• Liaise with, and ensure buy-in, of senior management of host organisations at country level.
Management
• Manage the Grants and Finance Manager.
• Oversee Project expenditure and budget.
• Maintain relationship with relevant ECHO desk officers, in consultation with the Grant and Finance Manager and Danish Refugee Council.
• Assist Core Group members in fulfilling the project’s 15% cost-share responsibility through fundraising, if necessary.
• Monitor programme implementation (including through at least one field visit per site per year).
• Devise TORs and manage Project consultants.
• Ensure that Core Group is updated on Project progress and challenges.
• Ensure end-of-project evaluation is conducted.
Leadership
• Initiate and stimulate new policy thinking and directions;
• Provide innovative and inspiring ideas and suggestions with regards to possible actions and initiatives of the Project
Advocacy/Policy
• Develop clear policy messages and advocacy strategies, in coordination with the country field managers.
• Commission and/or develop policy positions and briefing papers.
• Ensure the Project brings country-level issues and lessons to the attention of policy-makers at the global level, either personally, or through the ICVA Secretariat and Core Group members.
• Ensure cross-fertilisation, knowledge, and information exchange between country offices.


Requirements:
• Post-graduate degree in relevant field.
• At least 7 years of international work experience
• Prior extensive experience working with humanitarian reform bodies (HCT, Clusters, etc.).
• Extensive programme management experience (knowledge of ECHO preferred).
• Strong interpersonal skills, ability to work collaboratively by support, facilitation and coordination).
• Previous budget and fiscal oversight responsibilities.
• A thorough understanding of humanitarian reform, humanitarian financing.
• Experience with or , at least, a thorough understanding of the NGO community;
• Strong analytical, writing, and presentation skills.
• Availability to travel extensively to the field, including volatile security environments.
• Strong English verbal and written skills, French language skills an asset.

To apply:
Qualified candidates should submit, preferably via email, a cover letter and CV to:

secretariat@icva.ch

Master’s Studentships

Master's Studentships
The Materials Science and Manufacturing Operating Unit offers this
opportunity to persons with a BEng (Electronic Engineering) or equivalent
and knowledge of and experience in areas such as developing PID control
algorithms, video processing and Unmanned Aerial Systems and processes.
(Ref. 4855)
Should you be interested, please go to
http://www.csir.co.za/vacancies/pdf/2011/
and click on the relevant reference and then complete the application form and attached your CV.

Closing date: 29 April 2011
Please note that feedback will be given to short-listed candidates only.
Should you experience any problems in submitting your
application, please contact the CSIR Recruitment Centre at
Recruitmentqueries@csir.co.za (please do not submit your
application to this mailbox).

Environmental/ Resource Economist

Environmental/
Resource Economist
The Sustainability Science and Resource Economics Group has this permanent
position for an individual who will be based at the CSIR's Durban, Stellenbosh
or Pretoria office. A doctoral degree would be required, although a Master's
will be acceptable provided the candidate has experience in an agricultural,
natural resource or environmental economics, or an equivalent discipline.
The incumbent will focus on the economic impact of development on the
environment. (Ref. 5041)
Should you be interested in one of these three positions,
please go to http://www.csir.co.za/apply.php select the
relevant reference number, complete the application form
and attach your CV.

Closing date: 29 April 2011
Please note that feedback will be given to short-listed candidates only.
Should you experience any problems in submitting your
application, please contact the CSIR Recruitment Centre at
Recruitmentqueries@csir.co.za (please do not submit your
application to this mailbox).

Researcher/Adviser – Business & Human Rights Team

£38,976 pa London Fixed-term contract ending 31st December 2011

At the forefront of the human rights movement, Amnesty pioneers research into areas where there is little precedent in law and policy. Our Business & Human Rights Team looks at the impact corporate and other economic actors have on human rights. And your contributions will be critical.

About the role

A specialist researcher, you’ll carry out in-depth desk-based research, gathering crucial information as and when crises develop. Your role will depend upon your demonstrated research expertise on the thematic area of corporate accountability issues globally. Beyond that, you’ll look at emerging international legal, political and economic trends as you collate your research into thorough, comprehensive reports. Using your findings to make recommendations that will influence our actions on a global scale, you’ll have big impact on our strategic direction. You will be responsible for providing high level advice on laws, legal systems and strategies for improving corporate accountability for human rights abuses. In fact, as well as providing this expert advice to our country and thematic specialists, you’ll lead the development and implementation of our research and advocacy strategies. You’ll also promote the quality and consistency of our work in Business & Human Rights across Amnesty International, capitalising on your astute political understanding and awareness of the area.

About you

Through extensive experience researching human rights violations, both at your desk and in the field, you’ll have developed a specialist knowledge of how business, corporate and other economic actors affect human rights. You’ll also understand the social, cultural, ethnic, racial and gender issues relevant to the area and bring us an in-depth knowledge of human rights law and recent developments in the area. And as well as showing sound political judgement, you’ll bring us the highly developed analytical skills needed to plan short- and long-term strategy at this level. Naturally, you’ll be a clear and convincing communicator – able to present influential arguments and write high-quality reports and policy papers. But more than that, you’ll have the interpersonal skills and tact to interview witnesses and survivors of human rights violations in a sensitive manner, drawing out the information we need to help others like them.

About us

Our aim is simple: an end to human rights abuses. Independent, international and influential, we campaign for justice, fairness, freedom and truth wherever they’re denied. Already our network of almost three million members and supporters is making a difference in 150 countries. And whether we’re applying pressure through powerful research or direct lobbying, mass demonstrations or online campaigning, we’re all inspired by hope for a better world. One where human rights are respected and protected by everyone, everywhere.

For more information and to apply, please visit www.amnesty.org/jobs

Closing date: 20th April 2011.

Health and Hygiene Promotion Advisor

Role and Responsibilities

To facilitate achievement of the Health and Hygiene Promotion (HHP) objectives across Medair SDS programmes. To assess and advise on response to HHP needs and to encourage adoption of healthy practices and conditions that contribute to decreased morbidity and mortality in areas of implementation, as capacity permits.

Project Overview

To support multi-sectoral relief and rehabilitation projects in potentially insecure locations. These include Health and WASH interventions, training support, and relief distributions, as well as emergency response for Southern Sudan.

Medair

Medair brings life-saving relief and rehabilitation in disasters, conflict areas, and other crises by working alongside the most vulnerable. Its staff are inspired by their Christian faith to care for people in need, providing practical and compassionate support, regardless of race, religion, or politics. Medair has achieved the ISO 9001:2008 certification, worldwide. This certification signifies that Medair effectively delivers goods and services with a focus on beneficiary needs. Founded in 1989, Medair’s unwavering commitment continues to bring hope to the world’s most vulnerable.

Workplace Juba, Melut, Malakal, ERT sites

Starting Date As soon as possible

Initial Contract Details Minimum 1 to 2 years, 100%

Key activity areas

Medical and WASH / Technical

• To endeavour to provide excellent health and hygiene promotion that will result in changed health and hygiene behaviours and /or conditions for the project catchment area. • To input and perform knowledge, practices and coverage assessments / surveys as requested. • Give input to Southern Sudan health and hygiene promotion policy and guidelines. • To facilitate response in appropriate health and hygiene promotion in specific emergency / outbreak situations.

Staff Management

• To provide health and hygiene promotion training and supervision to HHP Focal Points • To train and assist other team members in HHP methodologies as requested.

External Representation

• Represent Medair in relevant health and hygiene promotion meetings in Sudan as requested. • Liaise with local authorities, government ministries and other NGOs to coordinate and develop HHP.

Logistics

• To monitor programmes for stocks of health and hygiene promotion supplies and the maintenance of appropriate up-to-date inventories, in liaison with base logisticians.

Qualifications

• Nursing or teaching degree and / or Masters Degree in health promotion / public health

Experience / Competencies

• Experience doing Health and Hygiene promotion in a developing country • 1 year experience working as a trainer / manager in a developing country desirable • Understanding of Behaviour Change Communication methodology desirable • Experience with HIV initiatives in a developing country desirable • Coaching / teaching skills • Passion for empowering individuals • Able to motivate local community • At ease in report writing • Organized, initiative taker and self learner • Planning and organizational skills • Team player • Ease in establishing relationships • Flexible, able to work and live out of the bag in a changing environment • Can cope with basic living conditions • Personal awareness of own stress indicators • Culturally aware, can easily adjust in different communities

Medair standard working requirements for the field

• Committed to Medair values • Reflect the vision and values of Medair when interacting with team members, local staff, beneficiaries and external contacts • At least one year of professional experience in a relevant field • Minimum three months inter-cultural overseas experience • Single, or married (without dependent children) • Strong working knowledge of English (oral and written) • Competent with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook • Able to live and work with a multicultural team under difficult conditions • Strong character traits, including emotional stability, adaptability, ability to handle stress, cultural and gender sensitivity, honesty, and physically fit • Successful completion of Medair Relief & Rehabilitation Orientation Course (ROC)

Benefits

• A salary based upon the grade of the position and experience of the position-holder • Full HQ organisational and role briefing, as well as in-country briefing • Additional security training for those going to insecure environments • A return flight each year of service to and from the country programme • Accommodation, food, and transportation in-country • Comprehensive medical and emergency rescue insurance, with up to 60 days post assignment cover, which includes debriefing • Annual leave; Rest & Recuperation (R&R) leave including associated travel, accommodation, food expenses • Additional benefits for those who commit to longer contracts – re-entry allowance, additional paid leave (up to four weeks) every 12 months

Working Conditions

• Mainly based in Juba, but will be working, living and travelling between the main locations of the Southern Sudan programme (Upper Nile and ERT project sites). Living conditions are basic.

Application process

For more information on this and other positions, please follow this web link: www.medair.org/work-with-us, read the relevant information, and check the Field Vacancies.

We request that you complete all applications on-line at www.medair.org. Only English-language applications and CV’s will be reviewed. We will not review email applications. Medair does not set closing / deadline dates for applications; recruitment is ongoing until the position is filled. We review every online application. Applicants will be contacted only if they are selected as a potential candidate.

Team Leader – Ingénieur en Eau, Hygiène et Assainissement (Oxfam GB)

PROVINCE ORIENTALE, REPUBLIQUE DEMOCRATIQUE DU CONGO

TYPE DE CONTRAT : Durée déterminée, 12 mois – Poste non accompagné Offre salariale initiale: £20,018+ net par an plus des avantages compétitifs (veuillez noter aussi que ce poste attire présentement une indemnité de conditions de travail difficiles de £3,000net par an)

Contexte

Oxfam est une des principales organisations humanitaires mondiales qui assistent les populations affectées par les catastrophes naturelles et conflits à travers le monde. Il utilise en son sein plus de 5000 employés et volontaires déployés dans plus de 80 pays. A travers son travail de réponse rapide combiné avec ses programmes de lutte contre la pauvreté a long terme et la campagne au changement durable, Oxfam est capable d'accomplir le plus grand impact et mettre fin à la pauvreté et à la souffrance. Les équipes de santé publique à travers la RDC ont un niveau de diversité et gèrent les programmes variés. Cela va de la fourniture d'eau potable aux communautés, soutenir les communautés à construire des installations sanitaires adéquates, et d'aider à protéger les collectivités contre le choléra, le paludisme et d'autres dangers pour la santé.

La province Orientale a actuellement 2 majeurs programmes notamment à Bunia et Dungu visant à fournir de l’eau, a construire les infrastructures d assainissement et a promouvoir l’hygiène a plus de 150,000 populations des zones rurales en vue de contribue à l’amélioration de leur sante.

Le Rôle

Pour s’assurer que Oxfam GB atteint ses objectifs de donner une haute qualité de réponse d’urgence et à temps et spécialement en santé publique, un ingénieur spécialiste en Eau- Hygiène et Assainissement est recherché pour être le PHTL (Public Health Team Leader). Rapportant au Coordinateur de la province ou au programme manager, la personne recherchée sera chargée de coordonner les équipes d’ingénieurs et de promoteurs de sante publique dans la mise en ouvre des projets d’eau, hygiène et assainissement a travers la province orientale.

Profil

Avec le concours d'une équipe de spécialistes de la santé publique (ingénieurs et promoteurs de santé publique), ce travail comprendra la conception de systèmes de distribution d'eau et / ou des méthodes d'extraction des eaux souterraines, l'offre des séances de formation en santé communautaire et la mobilisation des communautés pour améliorer leurs problèmes de santé actuel, en veillant à ce que la sécurité et la dignité des communautés soient prises en considération tout au long de ce travail.

Compétences requises

Pour être a mesure de gérer les projets dans un environnement très difficile et défiant comme la province orientale, le tenant du poste doit avoir une qualification de génie civile et en hydraulique et être une personne de connaissance très élargie dans le domaine de sante publique et surtout sur les interventions d’eau, hygiène et assainissement en urgence. La personne recherchée doit avoir une bonne connaissance en technique, de renforcement de capacité des partenaires et de gestion des problèmes dans un contexte de transition d’urgence au développement. Une profonde et soutenue connaissance et expérience internationale et en programmation des activités de sante public doublé des aspects transversaux (protection, genre, VIH/SIDA) sont impératives.

Pour réussir, vous devriez avoir également l'expérience de la gestion d'une équipe dans les différents milieux physiques de manière efficace pour obtenir des résultats, y inclus l'expérience de la gestion budgétaire.

Un bon niveau de français parlé et écrit est indispensable, l'anglais et le swahili seraient un atout.

Cette offre constitue une opportunité pour un candidat dévoué et professionnel, disposant d'un engagement compatible aux valeurs et convictions d'Oxfam GB. Si vous estimez être le candidat que nous recherchons, veuillez postuler en ligne à www.oxfam.org.uk/jobs en utilisant REF INT4506. La date clôture pour le dépôt des candidatures est le 8 Mai 2011.

Nous sommes engagés à garantir la diversité et l'égalité du genre au sein de notre organisation.

Chargé d'appui administratif-RH (H/F) - RDC

Médecins du Monde France est présent en RDC depuis 1994 à travers des programmes d’urgence auprès des populations vulnérables, les déplacées internes, ainsi que dans les camps de réfugiés, pour les soins, la nutrition. A partir de 1999, l’organisation a décidé la mise en place de programmes de moyen et long terme tout en continuant des missions d’urgence d’appui sanitaire aux zones de santé, notamment dans la province du Katanga sur les territoires de Kongolo et Kalemie.

Les programmes en cours sont les suivants : - Programme d’appui médical aux soins de santé primaire (SSP) et de lutte contre les épidémies sur le District du Tanganyika - Programme d’appui médical, d’insertion et resocialisation des enfants de la rue à Kinshasa - Programme intégré de lutte contre le VIH/SIDA et les IST à Goma, Nord Kivu - Programme de lutte contre les violences sexuelles, promotion de la santé mentale et renforcement des acteurs dans la prise en charge psychosociale des victimes de violences sexuelles à Goma, Nord Kivu Les programmes bénéficient de l’appui d’une Coordination Générale (CG) basée à Kinshasa.

DESCRIPTION DU POSTE : Sous la responsabilité du coordinateur site Tanganyika, il/elle participe à la finalisation de la planification et la mise en oeuvre des activités de désengagement de Médecins du Monde dans le Tanganyika pour ses volets RH et administratifs, en lien avec toutes les équipes impliquées du site et de la Coordination Générale

Et plus particulièrement : Sur base de la planification réalisée, en soutien à l’équipe administrative en place, le chargé d'appui administratif- RH est en charge : • du dossier des fins de contrat : élaboration des soldes de tout compte (certificat de travail, lettre de recommandation), formations sur le calcul des soldes de tout compte (en lien avec l’administrateur du Tanganyika, l’administratrice RH de la coordination générale et l’assistante de la coordinatrice générale), • de l’accompagnement pour la réinsertion professionnelle : atelier d’écritures des CV, collecte des CV et diffusion en RDC, bilans de compétence avec les personnes qui le souhaitent, …), • de la coordination des retours des personnes délocalisées • possible intervention sur d’autres dossiers, à la demande.

CONDITIONS D'EMPLOI : A partir de : Dès que possible Durée : 2 mois (renouvelable) Contrat : SALARIE DE DROIT FRANCAIS Contrat à Durée Déterminée Temps plein

PROFIL RECHERCHE : - Expérience en gestion et administration des ressources humaines, accompagnement d’équipes. - Expérience en ONG internationale - Maîtrise des procédures RH, administration - Expérience en animation de séminaires et de formation (des adultes)

Langues : français courant (écrit, parlé) obligatoire

Merci d'adresser votre candidature via notre site : http://www.medecinsdumonde.org/fr/Agir-Donner/Travailler-avec-MdM/Postes...

"MdM se réserve le droit de finaliser le recrutement avant la date de clôture de réception des candidatures. Merci de votre compréhension."

Coordinateur Administratif-Logistique (H/F) - RDC

Médecins du Monde est présente en RDC depuis 1994 à travers des programmes d’urgence auprès des populations vulnérables, les déplacées internes, ainsi que dans les camps de réfugiés, pour les soins, la nutrition. A partir de 1999, l’organisation a décidé la mise en place de programmes de moyen et long terme tout en continuant des missions d’urgence d’appui sanitaire aux zones de santé, notamment dans la province du Katanga sur les territoires de Kongolo et Kalemie.

Les programmes en cours sont les suivants : - Programme d’appui médical aux soins de santé primaire (SSP) et de lutte contre les épidémies sur le District du Tanganyika - Programme d’appui médical, d’insertion et resocialisation des enfants de la rue à Kinshasa - Programme intégré de lutte contre le VIH/SIDA et les IST à Goma, Nord Kivu - Programme de lutte contre les violences sexuelles, promotion de la santé mentale et renforcement des acteurs dans la prise en charge psychosociale des victimes de violences sexuelles à Goma, Nord Kivu Les programmes bénéficient de l’appui d’une Coordination Générale (CG) basée à Kinshasa.

DESCRIPTION DU POSTE : En lien avec le coordinateur site et les équipes projet, il sera en charge sur les 2 sites (Kongolo et Kalémie) de la gestion administrative et logistique des activités de désengagement de MdM dans le Tanganyika à fin août 2011.

Et plus particulièrement :

Gestions des contrats -Résiliation des contrats en cours conformément aux clauses de résiliation -Réhabilitation des locaux en location -Etat des lieux de sortie à effectuer et réhabilitation légère à prévoir selon les modalités des contrats (devis, suivi des travaux) -Suppression des éléments de visibilité -Remise des clés

Finances -Obtenir le remboursement des frais en cours. -Solder les avances -Régler les factures parvenues, aller chercher celles qui doivent encore nous parvenir. -S’assurer du paiement des obligations sociales et fiscales -Vider et fermer les comptes -Résilier les pouvoirs de signature du coordinateur site et des autres personnes habilitées.

Ressources Humaines -Payer et faire signer les soldes de tout compte, émettre les certificats de travail et les lettres de recommandation éventuelles

Gestion de l’archivage -Organiser l’archivage et le tri des documents administratifs, RH, logistiques et médicaux selon les procédures MDM -Incinération des documents non nécessaires -Organiser le transport des documents sur Kinshasa

Immobilisations, stock et parcs : -Réaliser un inventaire de l’ensemble des biens consommables & durables -Proposer un plan de distribution de ces biens, en lien avec les coordinateurs programme et en fonction des contraintes bailleurs -Doter les structures ciblées de ces biens, certificats de donation à l’appui -Suppression des éléments de visibilité (MDM et bailleurs) -Rapatriement et fret éventuel nécessaire à organiser vers les bases de Kinshasa, Goma ou Siège en France -Détruire tous les biens déclassés, certificats de destruction à l’appui

CONDITIONS D'EMPLOI : A partir de : 01/05/2011 Durée : 6 mois (renouvelable) Contrat : SALARIE DE DROIT FRANCAIS Contrat à Durée Déterminée Temps plein

PROFIL RECHERCHE : - Expérience de travail en ONG internationale - Expérience de 2 années minimum en qualité d’administrateur et logisticien en mission humanitaire - Expérience en fermeture de sites appréciée. - Expérience d’encadrement d’équipes. - Expérience de négociations et relations avec les autorités locales. Langues : français courant (écrit, parlé) obligatoire

Merci d'adresser votre candidature via notre site : http://www.medecinsdumonde.org/fr/Agir-Donner/Travailler-avec-MdM/Postes...

"MdM se réserve le droit de finaliser le recrutement avant la date de clôture de réception des candidatures. Merci de votre compréhension."

Switzerland e-Marketing Officer

Main Responsibilities

Responsible to drive the vision and strategy for Medair’s online presence in addition to email marketing. Manage and update Medair’s website, e-communication and social networking platforms.

Project Overview

Create, develop and maintain Medair communication, fundraising and recruitment platforms with the objective of bringing traffic to Medair’s website, to encourage supporters to learn more about Medair’s activities, donate and work. Coordinate with various internal or external stakeholders in order to propose a coherent, dynamic, interactive, engaging and frequently updated portal. Coordinate and develop email marketing activities in addition to: campaign planning, creative design and data requests, campaign quality control, execution and metrics. Coordinate and develop online social networking presence and implement innovative and sustainable ways and strategies to reach and engage supporters.

Medair

Medair brings life-saving relief and rehabilitation in disasters, conflict areas, and other crises by working alongside the most vulnerable. Its staff are inspired by their Christian faith to care for people in need, providing practical and compassionate support, regardless of race, religion, or politics. Medair has achieved the ISO 9001:2008 certification, worldwide. This certification signifies that Medair effectively delivers goods and services with a focus on beneficiary needs. Founded in 1989, Medair’s unwavering commitment continues to bring hope to the world’s most vulnerable.

Workplace

Medair Headquarters, Ecublens, Lausanne

Starting Date

As soon as possible

Contract Details

Open-ended contract, min. 2 years, 100%

Key activity areas

Web Management and Online Promotion

• Active coordination and ongoing development / improvement of communication, private fundraising and recruitment activities through Medair’s website. • Align web actions and tools to the online Marketing strategic plans and social networking strategic plans. • Work with the Marketing team and all Affiliate Offices to integrate Medair.org into all campaign initiatives. • Stimulate, monitor and support the publication of information on Affiliate Medair sections. • Support the various users in the use of the back-office. • Setup systems, procedures, and templates for emergency e-fundraising actions and campaigns. • Coordination with suppliers and partners to ensure frequent updates of online content and reliable web services. • Plan, manage and monitor different forms of online marketing such as SEO, Google AdWords, Google AdSense, Link Exchange, Banner Exchange etc. • Seek niche sites and other on-line marketing opportunities to increase brand awareness, online private fundraising and recruitment. • Promote Medair through online social networking channels. • Ensure consistent messaging and usage of platforms to raise awareness, private fundraising and recruitment.

Email Marketing

• Plan, coordinate and execute email campaigns and oversee their full cycle: creative development, segmentation and data processing, pre-deployment testing, and back-end analysis. • Develop and clearly articulate the email strategy in order to gain approval by Medair’s management team. • Help define and influence the long-term email marketing roadmap. • Provide analyses of email campaigns and recommendations for enhancing their effectiveness.

Other

• Maintain awareness of the Medair countries’ political issues and publish information and stories which have been discussed and approved according to guidelines and by the Line Manager. • Update budget for all related tasks and track ROI of on-line marketing initiatives. • Monthly progress reports and analysis of all web related activities. • Competitor analysis and tracking of web activities. • Propose new initiatives and innovative methods based on available resources and budgets. • Maintain consistent look, feel and message of the Medair brand in all areas. • Communicate and work closely with others in the department to maximize all efforts by maintaining consistency and integration. • Provide guidance, expertise, support and share information internally and provide training when needed.

Qualifications

• Graduate degree in Marketing (e-Marketing) or equivalent job experience

Experience / Competencies

• Minimum 3 years professional experience in a Marketing position • Minimum 3 years professional experience in a similar e-Marketing position desirable • Experience in using and managing CMS • Proficient in MS Office tools • Good knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator) • Knowledge HTML, PHP, MySQL, CSS, JavaScript • Strong knowledge of Typo3 an asset • Strong knowledge of different forms of online marketing such as: SEO, Google AdWords and Analytics, banner placement, email list rental, emailing campaigns, etc. • Ability to plan ahead and review objectives • Proven project and suppliers coordination skills • Capable of communicating clearly • French an asset • Able to work effectively under adverse and sometimes stressful conditions

Medair Standard HQ Requirements

• Committed to Medair values • Reflect the vision and values of Medair when interacting with team members and external contacts • At least one year of professional experience in a relevant field • Strong working knowledge of English (oral and written) • Competent with MS Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook • Motivated by a spirit of service • Solid team player

Working Details

• Swiss or EU citizens, or those with a valid work permit for Switzerland, are eligible to apply.

Application process

For more information on this and other positions, please follow this web link: www.medair.org/work-with-us and check the Headquarters section followed by HQ Vacancies.

We request that you complete all applications on-line at www.medair.org. Only English-language applications and CV’s will be reviewed. We will not review email applications. Medair does not set closing / deadline dates for applications; recruitment is ongoing until the position is filled. We review every online application. Applicants will be contacted only if they are selected as a potential candidate.

Egypt Finance Manager

PROGRAM/DEPARTMENT SUMMARY:

Mercy Corps has been present in the Middle East since the 1980s, with programs in Lebanon, Iraq, Syria, Jordan, Yemen, West Bank and Gaza, and a long time presence in Arab League countries neighboring countries such as Niger. Mercy Corps is committed to working with Egyptian associations and civic organizations to support their transition to an independent civil society and to helping them take on new responsibility and strengthen their capacity to constructively interact with the government and private sector. The Mercy Corps Finance Manager is responsible for all financial functions in Egypt, including accounting, payments and banking, payroll, budgeting, financial reporting, and grant financial management and compliance. Additionally, the Mercy Corps Finance Manager may be responsible for remote finance functions for Libya programming. The Mercy Corps Finance Manager ensures compliance with donor regulations as well as Mercy Corps’ internal policies and procedures. In its role as a support to the Program Department, the Finance Manager provides timely reports and assistance to the Program Director and the Program team to ensure that financial resources are used efficiently and effectively.

GENERAL POSITION SUMMARY:

Working in the Egypt program under the direction of the Program Director, the Finance Manager is responsible for all aspects of financial management of the country program, ensuring compliance with Mercy Corps internal policies and procedures as well as donor regulations.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Strategy and Vision

• Recognize opportunities for creative action and create an environment of empowerment.
• Set direction by prioritizing and organizing actions & resources to achieve objectives and contribute to country-wide strategy development.

Team Management

• Create and sustain a work environment of mutual respect where team members strive to achieve excellence.
• Promote accountability, communicate expectations and provide constructive feedback via regular performance reviews.
• Contribute to country team-building efforts, help team members identify problem solving options and ensure the integration of all team members into relevant decision-making processes.
• Provide team member with information, tools and resources to improve performance & reach objectives.
• Hire, train and supervise Mercy Corps finance staff in country.

Fiduciary Responsibilities

• Ensure effective and transparent use of financial resources in compliance with Mercy Corps and donor policies and procedures.
• Share financial information and make related decisions in an open and transparent manner.
• Oversee and manage daily country-wide accounting and finance functions including the timely recording of transactions, cash management, banking, payroll, inventory, receivables and payables.
• Plan and implement systems for financial operations in both the main country office and in field offices in accordance with the Mercy Corps Field Finance Manual and donor regulations, including systems for cash flow management, budgeting, consolidation of accounting information, internal controls, financial reporting, financial record-keeping, grant management and compliance.
• Maintain banking relations and plan and monitor country cash flow requirements to ensure the smooth implementation of Mercy Corps programs.
• Perform internal audits and reviews as required to ensure compliance with Mercy Corps and donor requirements.

Reporting

• Provide monthly standard accounting submissions to Mercy Corps Headquarters, including general ledger files, account reconciliations, expenditures by cost center/project, required subgrantee reporting, as well as other financial information in a timely and accurate manner.
• Provide monthly management reports to the Country Representative and Program Managers, including expenditures by cost center/project, subgrantee reporting and other financial information, in a timely and accurate manner.
• Develop annual fiscal year budgets with the Country Representative and develop and implement grant budgeting and forecasting systems with Program Managers.
• Review and monitor sub grant partners’ financial reporting and compliance.
• Provide additional technical assistance to sub grant partners as necessary to maintain high standards of compliance.

Operations Management

• Effectively stay abreast of donor policies, procedures, rules and regulations; compile and update applicable local policies; and train Mercy Corps program and partner staff in these policies.
• Ensure compliance with Mercy Corps’ procurement policies and procedures for all goods and services.
• Develop and maintain local office policies and procedures and provide training for all issues related to local financial matters.
• Analyze compensation packages, taxation requirements and human resource policies for local staff to ensure that Mercy Corps’ has adequately accounted for the financial impact of local staff compensation and benefits.
• Maintain appropriate local insurance coverage to protect Mercy Corps.
• Conduct himself/herself both professionally and personally in such a manner as to bring credit to Mercy Corps and to not jeopardize its humanitarian mission.

Accountability:

Mercy Corps team members are expected to support all efforts towards accountability, specifically to our beneficiaries and to international standards guiding international relief and development work while actively engaging beneficiary communities as equal partners in the design, monitoring and evaluation of our field projects.

Organizational Learning:

As part of our commitment to organizational learning and in support of our understanding that learning organizations are more effective, efficient and relevant to the communities they serve - we expect all team members to commit 5% of their time to learning activities that benefit Mercy Corps as well as themselves.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: All Finance Department staff in Egypt initially and provide support to Libya start up

ACCOUNTABILITY

REPORTS DIRECTLY TO: Country Representative

WORKS DIRECTLY WITH: Program and operations teams, HQ Regional Finance Officer (with authority for technical financial matters), Regional Program Director and Deputy Regional Director

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:

• 4+ years of progressive financial management experience is required.
• A BA/S or equivalent in accounting or finance is required. An advanced degree is preferred.
• Four years experience in grants management as well as an understanding of donor regulations is required.
• 3-5 years international experience is required; international NGO/PVO field office experience is preferred.
• Demonstrated experience and skill with budget preparation and analysis, financial reporting preparation and presentation and the proven ability to translate technical financial data into informative reports.
• Strong accounting skills and experience, including management of the general ledger, journal entries, payroll, payables and balance sheet.
• Previous Mercy Corps experience is preferred.
• Advanced computer skills in MS Office programs, particularly Excel and knowledge of financial software packages.
• Prior management experience and strong organizational skills
• Fluency in Arabic required. Excellent oral and written English skills

SUCCESS FACTORS:

The ability to interact effectively with international and national personnel both in a managerial as well as training capacity is required. An ability to support programmatic objectives with timely and meaningful financial information is essential. A demonstrated ability to multi-task, meet deadlines and process information in support of changing program activities is necessary. An impeccable professional standard of finance and procurement ethics as well as the willingness and ability to enforce compliance with Mercy Corps and donor policies and procedures is essential. The Finance Manager must be willing to travel regularly to Mercy Corps field offices and project sites.

LIVING /ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

The position will be based Cairo with frequent field travel. Mercy Corps Team members represent the agency both during and outside of work hours when deployed in a field posting or on a visit/TDY to a field posting. Staff are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner and respect local laws, customs and Mercy Corps’ policies, procedures, and values at all times and in all in-country venues.

Submitting a resume online at a job site could cause valuable screening information to be missed.

Mercy Corps is an AA/EOE.

Please apply directly at:

http://mercycorps.silkroad.com/epostings/submit.cfm?fuseaction=app.dspjo....

Emergency Program Manager (217525-927)

PROGRAM/DEPARTMENT SUMMARY:

Mercy Corps has been present in the Middle East since the 1980s. Presently it has offices in Lebanon, the West Bank and Gaza, Jordan, Syria, Yemen and Iraq. Programming in the region includes relief and recovery activities in northern Iraq, Lebanon, Gaza, Jordan and Syria – working often with refugees and displaced persons, as well as host communities affected by conflict and poverty. Mercy Corps has had an assessment team on the ground in Libya since March 2^nd, and is now based in Benghazi, in the East. This assessment follows nearly a month of protests against the country’s leader, Muammar Qadaffi, which turned violent on February 17^th when protesters encountered deadly resistance from pro-government troops. The situation in Libya quickly became one of emergency by many standards. Mercy Corps intends to gain as much information as possible in order to determine needs for longer-term presence and assistance in the country. The assessment team will remain based in Benghazi until that becomes untenable, or the security situation allows a contingent to travel to Tripoli for further needs assessment.

GENERAL POSITION SUMMARY:

The Emergency Program Manager is responsible for oversight of field assessments and coordination, program development, supervisory and managerial responsibility over emergency response and recovery programs on the ground. The Emergency Program Manager leads field monitoring and program performance by tracking progress toward specified objectives. This position will have a special emphasis on program leadership and innovation in a post-disaster, recovery setting involving ‘cash for work,’ health, water and sanitation. The Emergency Program Manager will need to be highly sensitive to the political dynamics of the region and have relevant security experience.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Vision, Leadership and Strategy

• Communicate a clear vision of program goals related to current emergency situation and the recovery phase in Libya;
• Provide leadership and direction to the emergency response;
• Develop a program strategy in collaboration with key team members, to be communicated to all team members, local beneficiaries, local and central government and the international community.

Quality Program Development

• Oversee emergency assessments and gathering of baseline data.
• Monitor the on the ground situation as it develops and utilize information for development of quality emergency response and recovery programming.
• Identify, set priorities and lead the process of program implementation in collaboration with Libya team members and Mercy Corps regional and headquarters staff..

Program Management

• Coordinate with program, finance and administrative staff to ensure systems are in compliance with donor and Mercy Corps policies and procedures.
• Ensure program implementation is on time, on target and on-budget using effective M&E systems.
• Create and maintain systems ensuring effective and transparent use of financial resources for timely and informative reporting in line with donor and Mercy Corps policies and procedures
• Implements and models Mercy Corps’ philosophy of social entrepreneurship.
• Develops collaborative relationships with Mercy Corps Country Director and field leaders.

Tam Management

• Create and sustain a work environment of mutual respect where team members strive to achieve excellence.
• Promote accountability, communicate expectations and provide constructive feedback via regular performance reviews.
• Contribute to country team-building efforts, help team members identify problem solving options and ensure the integration of all team members into relevant decision-making processes.
• Supervise, hire and orient new team members as necessary.
• Provide team members with information, tools and other resources to improve performance & reach objectives.

Representation and Diplomacy

• Identify, build and manage collaborative partnerships with consortium partners, sub-grantees, donors, local governments and other stakeholders.
• Convey information and ideas and effectively coordinate to ensure overall project targets and donor obligations are met.

ACCOUNTABILITY: Mercy Corps team members are expected to support all efforts towards accountability, specifically to our beneficiaries and to international standards guiding international relief and development work while actively engaging beneficiary communities as equal partners in the design, monitoring and evaluation of our field projects.

Organizational Learning: As part of our commitment to organizational learning and in support of our understanding that learning organizations are more effective, efficient and relevant to the communities they serve - we expect all team members to commit 5% of their time to learning activities that benefit Mercy Corps as well as themselves.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: All Libya emergency team members and coordinate any outside HQ support.

REPORTS DIRECTLY TO: Country Representative for Egypt

WORKS DIRECTLY WITH: Mercy Corps Libya and Egypt teams; HQ-based Program Operations, Finance and Technical Support Units

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:

• MA/S or equivalent in social science, management, international development preferred
• At least 5-7 years' experience in emergency programming
• 5+ years field-based experience in a senior leadership position building and managing a team of professionals; developing and managing programs, and providing financial oversight
• Experience with donor-funded programs including protocols of one or more of the following donors: USAID/ OFDA, UN, EU, DFID and private donors.
• History of working effectively and respectfully with host country government, INGO and NGO partners
• Experience in highly volatile security situations and a commitment to team safety
• Commitment to the principles of participatory team management and participatory, community-oriented development.
• Effective verbal and written communication, multi-tasking, organizational skills.
• Prior experience living overseas and ability to work comfortably in the Libya cultural environment is required.
• Arabic language skills preferred

SUCCESS FACTORS:

The successful PM will recognize that Mercy Corps’ ability to function safely and successfully in Libya depends on the ability of staff to understand the context in which programs operate. The successful Emergency PM will apply a strong combination of team leadership, program development and implementation skills in a volatile security and fast-changing environment. The PM will have a strong commitment to teamwork and accountability; the ability to work successfully and respectfully and will maintain a sense of humor in stressful conditions. S/he will have an excellent understanding of emergency and transitional issues and programmatic approaches. The successful PM will be able to work across a wide range of stakeholder working with local community members, governmental authorities, NGO partners, and donors. S/he will bring a positive approach to the job, embracing challenges as opportunities to innovate. S/he will write well and communicate in a manner that is confident and clear, yet diplomatic, enabling him/her to forge positive working relationships with donors and other stakeholders. Finally, the successful PM will work well under pressure in a fluid operating and security environment.

LIVING CONDITIONS/ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

Group living environment in guest housing; must be able to work in an environment with energy, transportation and communication challenges located in Benghazi or other parts of Libya. Mercy Corps Team members represent the agency both during and outside of work hours when deployed in a field posting or on a visit/TDY to a field posting. Team members are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner and respect local laws, customs and MC's policies, procedures, and values at all times and in all in-country venues.

Submitting a resume online at a job site could cause valuable screening information to be missed.

Please apply directly at:

http://mercycorps.silkroad.com/epostings/submit.cfm?fuseaction=app.dspjo....

Mercy Corps is an AA/EOE.

Program Director (Relief and Recovery) PCAP Gaza (217524-927)

PROGRAM/DEPARTMENT SUMMARY:

Mercy Corps is a non-profit, non-aligned, secular non-governmental (NGO) humanitarian relief and development organization, registered in the United States and Scotland with offices in more than 40 countries around the world, including the West Bank and Gaza, where the organization has been active in implementing relief and development programs for nearly a decade. Mercy Corps ‘West Bank and Gaza’ has staff based in East Jerusalem and Gaza City offices that implement programs throughout the Palestinian territories.

GENERAL POSITION SUMMARY:

Mercy Corps’ Palestinian Community Assistance Program (PCAP), a three year $100 million program funded by USAID, is paving the way to a brighter future for Palestinians through social and economic relief and recovery by meeting basic humanitarian needs and laying foundations for long-term recovery in Gaza. The program sectors include Education, Psychosocial Support, Youth in Sports, Cash for Work, Small /Medium Enterprise and Information /Communication Technology. Mercy Corps works closely with two international INGO partners, within the Co-operative Agreement. There will also be liaison with those NGOs that will have approved sub-grants as part of the RFA process, also within the overall PCAP program. The Program Director manages all programs implemented by Mercy Corps under the PCAP grant and has a senior leadership role within the Mercy Corps PCAP management team.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Program Planning, Implementation and Development

• Be fully responsible for all aspects of program management and coordinate and lead program staff in integrated multi-sectoral program implementation.
• Ensure timely implementation of the programs to the highest standards delivering the highest possible quality.
• Ensure all program activities are implemented in accordance with technical and budgetary requirements including compliance with Mercy Corps and USAID requirements.
• Work cooperatively with other Mercy Corps staff, local community, partner NGOs, and other parties.
• Conduct regular field visits to the project sites, and ensure regular coordination meetings with the partner CBOs and NGOs are conducted.
• In conjunction with Procurement, Admin, Compliance and Finance, ensure documentation (including contracts/ payment schedules) of partner CBOs under the direct implementation component are in place with MC policies adhered to and timely processing of payments.
• Ensure that accurate and up-to date programmatic documentation is maintained.
• In cooperation with the Monitoring &Evaluation department, establish structures and procedures which facilitate monitoring and evaluation of all program activities.
• Report regularly on project implementation/ progress.

Staff Performance Management

• Participate in the recruitment and selection of new staff as required, drafting position descriptions, and coordinating with HR in the selection process.
• Insure effective performance management of all program staff through regular meetings and effective follow-up of work plans and implementation.
• Manage all implementing program staff.

Representation

• Ensure effective networking and coordination with local and international organizations working in similar programmatic fields.
• Conduct himself/herself both professionally and personally in such a manner as to bring credit to Mercy Corps and to not jeopardize its humanitarian mission.
• Participate in the regularly scheduled senior management meetings.
• Any other duties as required.

ACCOUNTABILITY: Mercy Corps team members are expected to support all efforts towards accountability, specifically to our beneficiaries and to international standards guiding international relief and development work while actively engaging beneficiary communities as equal partners in the design, monitoring and evaluation of our field projects.

Organizational Learning: As part of our commitment to organizational learning and in support of our understanding that learning organizations are more effective, efficient and relevant to the communities they serve - we expect all team members to commit 5% of their time to learning activities that benefit Mercy Corps as well as themselves.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: Supervise Program Managers and all other PCAP program staff.

ACCOUNTABILITY:

REPORTS DIRECTLY TO: Chief of Party

WORKS DIRECTLY WITH: Sub-Grants Coordination Director, HR, Admin, Finance, Compliance and Procurement staff, M&E department.

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:

• 7+ years experience in a senior management role overseeing diverse programming with a focus on at least one of the following: Community Development, Economic Development or Social Development.
• Proven success managing the administration and compliance of USAID donor funding and the ability to develop proposals for new projects and programs from conception to submission is required.
• Demonstrated experience and ability to professionally and appropriately represent the organization and negotiate and defend Mercy Corps’ interests with a diverse range of government officials, local organizations and other groups.
• Demonstrated attention to detail, ability to follow procedures, meet deadlines and work independently and cooperatively with team members is required.
• Experience with emergency response programs and staff training and mentoring is also preferred.
• Understanding of the social, political, and economic context of Palestinian territories, especially the Gaza Strip.
• Excellent administration and management skills
• Excellent writing skills in English and Arab speaker preferred.

SUCCESS FACTORS:

The successful Programs Director will be able to lead and communicate effectively with team members of varied work styles, follow procedures, and meet deadlines. S/he will be flexible and creativity in planning and problem solving

Proven ability to learn quickly, take initiative, and be accountable for results. Ability to understand the larger picture while remaining focused on the details. Understanding and adhering to field security management practices, as well as cultural, political and religious considerations are essential. Successful Mercy Corps staff members have a strong commitment to teamwork and accountability, thrive in evolving and challenging environments and make effective written and verbal communication a priority in all situations

LIVING CONDITIONS:

Team members in Gaza reside in shared accommodation provided by Mercy Corps. Entry and Exit to the Gaza Strip is controlled by the Israeli government and limited to specific hours, 5.5 days of the week. Team members can generally go to Jerusalem for a weekend at least once per month. The Gaza Strip is considered a conflict zone and as such, there are restriction imposed on Mercy Corps international staff for their safety.

Mercy Corps Team members represent the agency both during and outside of work hours when deployed in a field posting or on a visit/TDY to a field posting. Team members are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner and respect local laws, customs and MC's policies, procedures, and values at all times and in all in-country venues.

Submitting a resume online at a job site could cause valuable screening information to be missed.

Please apply directly at:

http://mercycorps.silkroad.com/epostings/submit.cfm?fuseaction=app.dspjo....

Mercy Corps is an AA/EOE.

LECTURER/SENIOR LECTURER (ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY)

POST No. 2210 and 2215 & the closing date is 21 April 2011 March 30, 2011
Company / Organization:	NATIONAL UNIVERSITY OF CAPE TOWN
DEPARTMENT OF CHEMISTRY AND CHEMICAL TECHNOLOGY Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for two positions of Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Analytical Chemistry in the Department of Chemistry and Chemical Technology. These positions will be permanent and pensionable for Lesotho nationals but full time on contract for a period of two years with a possibility of renewal for non-locals. REQUIREMENTS: A PhD or MSC degree qualification in Analytical Chemistry is required. PhD holders will have priorities. Appropriate research experience, handling and operational knowledge of modern analytical instruments and substantial experience of teaching Analytical Chemistry at University level are essential. The successful candidates will commence duty in August 2011. DUTIES: Teaching Analytical Chemistry courses for undergraduate and postgraduate students, including supervision of undergraduate and postgraduate laboratory sessions, supervision of senior undergraduate and postgraduate students’ projects, initiation of research activities or taking part in those of the Department are required including other duties as may be assigned from time to time. REMUNERATION: The University offers competitive salaries and other benefits. OTHER INFORMATION: In their application, applicants should state qualifications, experience and provide other information to assist the University to determine their suitability for the position. They should also quote the vacancy number of the post applied for, provide current CV’s (including telephone, telefax and e-mail) and certified true copies of educational certificates. To Whom It May Concern will not be accepted as references. Applicants should inform their referees to submit their references directly to the address below before the stipulated closing date to the Director, Human Resources, National University of Lesotho P.O. Roma 180. The closing date for receiving applications is 21 st April 2011.