Zimbabwe Regional Finance and Administration Manager - Southern Africa

CAFOD, one of the UK’s major international aid agencies, is presently looking for a Regional Finance and Support Manager for its office in Harare. Our work in Africa includes programmes with partner organisations in Southern Africa to combat poverty and injustice with a focus on building a strong and dynamic civil society. In Zimbabwe CAFOD is part of the Zimbabwe Catholic Bishops Conference.

The regional programme currently comprises of work in Zimbabwe, Zambia, Malawi, Swaziland and Mozambique.

As part of the Southern Africa team, the Finance and Administration Manager is responsible for: • All aspects of financial management in the office, in compliance with CAFOD standards and procedures, providing information to enable effective management for the country and/or region • Oversight of programme finances, including compliance with standards of donor organizations, and providing oversight or direct support to partner organizations in their financial management • Developing a new finance team ensuring financial management and support to all programmes within the region. • Support to the Finance Officer in the Mozambique office • Management of finance staff and office managers as well as other office support staff • Ensuring all legal processes are followed • Overseeing local HR processes

You will be a qualified accountant or have substantial management as a Finance Manager with at least a degree in accounting, finance or a similar qualification. You should have knowledge and hands-on experience of accounts, bookkeeping and budgeting as well as financial management with experience of multi donor funded programmes. You will be competent in accounting software packages and spreadsheets and have hands-on experience of office IT systems, including MS Office. You will have excellent written and spoken English and experience in managing others – ideally in an administrative or office management capacity.

This is an International post with a competitive salary and benefits package.

To read more and apply, please visit cafod.org.uk/jobs by 19 June 2011.

NORTH SUDAN - Deputy Programme Director

Are you an experienced leader with demonstrable relief experience and a good understanding of current relief and development issues? If so, we are currently seeking such an experienced manager to, in conjunction with the Programme Director and UK Operations Manager, be responsible for the implementation, management and development of the country programme and strategy within the mandate of Tearfund’s Disaster Management Team. Your responsibilities will include: supporting the Programme Director in developing & implementing country strategy and programme framework, and ensuring field level understanding in North Sudan of the purpose and direction of projects, coordinating needs assessments, and overseeing programme budgets, funding & resources. You will have primary responsibility for the assessment, design, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of programme activities; ensuring Tearfund’s Quality Standards are achieved within the programme and active involvement in grant management and proposals. You will also be responsible for representing Tearfund with the Government bodies, other NGOs and partners. The post is based in Nyala, Darfur and includes regular travel to field sites. Applicants must be prepared to live in potentially insecure conditions. All posts involve potential contact with children and the recruitment process will include specific checks related to child protection issues. Has 7 direct reports (4 Area Coordinators, 1 Base Manager and 2 Sector Advisors)

For a job description and to apply online visit www.tearfund.org/jobseekers/international

NORTH SUDAN - Safety Manager

NORTH SUDAN - Safety Manager DARFUR: Safety Manager Unaccompanied Post Initial Contract Length: 24 months

Start Date: 1st October 2011 An efficient people person is sought to lead security and health and safety management within all activities in Tearfund’s North Sudan Disaster Management Programme. This will involve responding to incidents in coordination with the Programme Director and Area Coordinators. The Safety Manager will conduct ongoing assessments of threats and provide advice to the Programme Director on managing risks. Specific responsibilities include ensuring regular training in procedures, coordinating security information and developing and maintaining Tearfund’s policy and procedures. Where necessary they will also assist the field management in maintaining practical facilities which adhere to these policies and procedures.

You must have proven experience as a manager or officer in an insecure environment along with relevant training in this area. In addition, you will have experience in providing training to staff involved with security functions as well as in conducting threat assessments and handling and investigating security incidents.

You must be a strong team player with good communication skills, have a good cross-cultural awareness and a genuine heart for the poor, and be prepared to live in potentially insecure conditions. All posts involve potential contact with children and the recruitment process will include specific checks related to child protection issues.

For a job description and to apply online visit www.tearfund.org/jobseekers/international

£27,538 plus benefits

Closing date: 28/06/2011

Yemen Country Director

Department: Coordination
Position: Country Director Contract duration: 1 year Location: Sanaa Starting Date ASAP

I. Background on ACTED

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

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

II. Country Profile and Background of the operation

On the 3rd of October, the first ACTED emergency team arrived in Sana’a, Yemen, to assist in relief activities in response to the ongoing crisis in Sa’ada governorate, North of the country. An assessment of the situation is underway and depending on the fundings, the initial activities will probably focus on the provision of emergency shelter and non-food items (in partnership with ShelterBox, a disaster relief charity which provides humanitarian aid worldwide in the form of shelters) and livestock protection in the camps where internally displaced people are currently residing. All actions will be undertaken in close collaboration with humanitarian stakeholders present in the area as well as local authorities.

Since early 2004, tribal groups referred to as “Al Houthi” have engaged in an armed conflict with the Yemen military and government-backed tribal fighters in Sa’ada Governorate. Since June 2009, military operations rapidly extended from Sa’ada district to the neighbouring districts and governorates, resulting in massive displacements of populations. Available information estimate that approximately 150,000 persons are currently displaced, including the populations displaced during previous fighting.

Six weeks after the escalation of the conflict, the humanitarian situation of civilians in the conflict zone and surrounding areas has become alarming. As a result of the intense fighting, humanitarian access still remains very limited. On the 2nd of September, the humanitarian community launched a Flash Appeal for USD 23.7 million, of which so far only 16% has been funded.

IV. Position Profile

Under the authority of the General Delegate, the Country Director is responsible for the implementation of ACTED’s global mandate in the relevant country, and for the scope of activities developed within this mandate.

Responsibilities:

1. Ensure ACTED Representation in-Country

Representation vis-à-vis national authorities: Ensure the official and effective registration of the Agency; Identify relevant coordinating institutions (Ministries, Agencies etc) ; Participate in official meetings to ensure maximum visibility vis-à-vis national authorities.

Representation vis-à-vis Donors: Establish and update contact details of potential Donors in-country; Participate in Donor meetings and communicate relevant information to HQ; Circulate the Annual Report.

Representation amongst other international organisations: Participate in inter-NGO Coordination meetings and those of UN Agencies (OCHA, UNDP, UNICEF, FAO, etc.), and any other relevant inter-governmental institution; Ensure maximum visibility of the Agency amongst the NGO community; Lead the production of reports and ensure the timeliness and accuracy of information provided, as well ensuring confidentiality of sensitive information.

1. Develop a global intervention strategy and support its implementation

Analyse the context and develop strategic plans, in consultation with the Director of Operations and/or the General Delegate: Gather and analyse information regarding opportunities and risk; Define an operational strategy for finances and HR.

Implement the financial strategy: Oversee drafting of projects and budget development; Lead fund-raising and negotiations with Donors; On authority of the General Delegate, sign contracts negotiated in-country; Lead the application and adherence to contract terms and requirements; Supervise overall financial commitments and financial risk.

Implement the operational strategy: Supervise Area Coordinators and Project Managers in project implementation; Help the various teams in negotiations with provincial/local authorities and partners; Ensure global coordination and complementarity amongst projects and areas of intervention; Assess activities and ensure efficient use of resources.

Oversee reporting procedures: Develop a reporting schedule with regard to Donor deadlines; Plan and supervise the development of narrative and financial reports; Ensure adherence to FLAT procedures.

More generally, communicate systematically to both Director of Operations and HQ the development of the country strategy and its implementation.

1. Oversee Staff and Security

Guide and direct the staff of the mission: Organise and lead coordination meetings; Prepare and follow work plans; Ensure a positive working environment and good team dynamics (solve out potential conflicts); Promote team working conditions in the limit of private life; Adapt the organigramme and ToRs of personnel according to the mission development; Undertake regular appraisals of directly supervised colleagues and pass appraisal forms to the Country Administrator with recommendations (new positions, changes to contract or salary etc.); Ensure a building of capacity amongst technical staff in the relevant sectors.

Contribute to the recruitment of expatriate staff: Follow recruitment procedures: plan recruitment needs in advance; draft ToRs for open vacancies; if necessary undertake phone interviews with candidates; When requested by HQ, undertake interviews of expatriate candidates living in the country.

Oversee staff security: In cooperation with the Country Security Officer, monitor the country security situation and inform the HQ Security Officer through regular written reports; Update the country security guidelines (in countries at risk); Ensure that security procedures are respected by the whole staff.

V. Qualifications:

Master Level education in a relevant field such as International Relations or Development Extensive project management experience (management, planning, staff development and training skills) in emergency and/or development programmes At least four years of previous work experience in a high management position Proven capabilities in leadership and management required Excellent skills in written and spoken English (French for francophone posts/Spanish for Central American posts) Strong negotiation and interpersonal skills, and flexibility in cultural and organizational terms Knowledge of local language and/or regional experience an asset Ability to work well and punctually under pressure

VI. Conditions:

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

VII. Submission of applications:

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

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

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

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

UN WOMEN: INTER-GOVERNMENTAL SPECIALIST

UN Women, grounded in the vision of equality enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations, works for the elimination of discrimination against women and girls; the empowerment of women and the achievement of equality between women and men as partners and beneficiaries of development, human rights, humanitarian action and peace and security. Placing women's rights at the centre of all its efforts, UN Women will lead and coordinate United Nations system efforts to ensure that commitments on gender equality and gender mainstreaming translate into action throughout the world. It will provide strong and coherent leadership in support of Member States' priorities and efforts, building effective partnerships with civil society and other relevant actors. (GA document A/64/588 of 6 January 2010) The Intergovernmental Support Division provides the inter-governmental bodies with the timely, high quality and relevant substantive support and inputs they need for successful deliberations related to gender equality and the empowerment of women. This includes supporting the work of the main bodies of the UN (GA/ECOSOC/Security Council, Functional Committees, etc,), organizing and supporting the meetings of Commission on the Status of Women (CSW) and organizing and supporting the meetings of the UN Women Executive Board. The Inter-Governmental Specialist reports to the Director, Inter-Governmental Support Division as well as the Executive Secretary to the CSW. The Specialist ensures that UN Women provides the inter-governmental bodies with the substantive support and inputs they need for successful deliberations related to gender equality and the empowerment of women.

Duties and Responsibilities

Summary of key functions: The Inter-Governmental Specialist develops approaches to the consideration of issues, analyses policies, programmes and initiatives undertaken by public and private sector entities and elaborates policy recommendations for the consideration of intergovernmental bodies such as the CSW. The Specialist is responsible for the research programme on selected critical areas of concern including women and health, education and training of women, women in power and decision-making etc. The Specialist also supports the UN Women's Inter-Governmental strategy in order to strengthen understanding and support for work on gender equality and women's empowerment in inter-governmental bodies and covers other inter-governmental processes that are relevant to efforts to advance gender equality and women's empowerment. Within the relevant delegated authority, the Inter-Governmental Specialist will be responsible for the following duties: Draft policy analysis reports and other documents for the consideration of the CSW, ECOSOC and the General Assembly. Provide substantive support to the Commission in its consideration of the issues assigned. Undertake ongoing analysis on selected areas of inter-governmental deliberations on the development, coordination and implementation of policies for gender equality and on development issues and on the implications of debates on gender equality and women's empowerment. Researches and analyses the effectiveness of national and regional policies, plans and programmes; reviews inter-governmental programmes and evaluates private sector initiatives. Organizes and participates in inter-agency and expert group meetings and seminars on the subjects assigned and drafts related reports. Liaise and coordinate with the Secretariats of relevant Inter-Governmental bodies to ensure that UN Women is delivering on its responsibilities, advocacy, policy development, dissemination of good practice, monitoring, analysis and inter-governmental reporting related to gender equality and empowerment of women. Liaise regularly with representatives of the NGO Committee on the Status of Women and the Conference of NGO's in Consultative Relationship with the United Nations (CONGO) on the work of the Intergovernmental Support Division and arrangements for upcoming sessions of the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW) and the Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW). Draft information materials for dissemination on Inter-Governmental processes. Follow discussions in the Commission on the Status of Women on the review of the assigned area of concern and prepares meeting summaries. Contribute to publications by conducting research and providing background material and drafting articles for inclusion in serial publications of UN Women. Serve as a member of teams assigned to committees such as CSW by studying state parties reports, following discussions between representatives of states parties and committee members, and drafting summaries for inclusion in the committee's report.

Competencies

Ethics and Values: Demonstrating / Safeguarding Ethics and Integrity Organizational Awareness: Demonstrate corporate knowledge and sound judgment Developing and Empowering People / Coaching and Mentoring: Self-development, initiative-taking Working in Teams: Acting as a team player and facilitating team work Communicating Information and Ideas:Facilitating and encouraging open communication in the team, communicating effectively Self-management and Emotional intelligence: Creating synergies through self-control Conflict Management / Negotiating and Resolving Disagreements: Managing conflict Knowledge Sharing / Continuous Learning: Learning and sharing knowledge and encourage the learning of others Appropriate and Transparent Decision Making: Informed and transparent decision making CORE VALUES / GUIDING PRINCIPLES Integrity: Demonstrating consistency in upholding and promoting the values of UN Women in actions and decisions, in line with the UN Code of Conduct. Cultural Sensitivity/Valuing diversity: Demonstrating an appreciation of the multicultural nature of the organization and the diversity of its staff. Demonstrating an international outlook, appreciating differences in values and learning from cultural diversity. FUNCTIONAL COMPETENCIES: Ability to contribute to the formulation of strategy and policy based on a practical business understanding that leads to the realization of corporate goals and the facilitation of creativity. Ability to improve processes and approaches, integrate knowledge with broader strategic, policy and operational objectives. Demonstrating expertise and experience in good communications products and public relations Strong knowledge of IT as an instrument to improve business processes and to provide new services. Good knowledge of gender issues.

Required Skills and Experience

Education: Master's degree (or equivalent) in international relations, development studies, gender studies, social sciences, or other related fields. Experience: A minimum of seven years of progressively responsible experience in providing analysis and policy guidance on issues related to development cooperation, international relations, public administration or related area. Experience with UN highly desirable. Language Requirements: Fluency in English is required. Proficiency in another UN working language is desirable. NOTE: In July 2010, the United Nations General Assembly created UN Women, the United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women. The creation of UN Women came about as part of the UN reform agenda, bringing together resources and mandates for greater impact. It merges and builds on the important work of four previously distinct parts of the UN system (DAW, OSAGI, INSTRAW and UNIFEM), which focused exclusively on gender equality and women's empowerment. All applications must include (as an attachment) the completed UN Women Personal History form (P-11) which can be downloaded from http://www.unwomen.org/about-us/employment Kindly note that the system will only allow one attachment. Applications without the completed UN Women P-11 form will be treated as incomplete and will not be considered for further assessment.

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UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.

Rio+20 Coordinator – Brazil GCCA Mission

The Global Campaign for Climate Action (GCCA) brings together a diverse range of national and international organizations and social movements (more than 280 and counting) in a bold and effective initiative to mobilize civil society and galvanize public opinion to avoid catastrophic climate change and support the adaptation efforts of communities most affected by climate change, through national and international policies, corporate commitments and individual actions (see www.tcktcktck.org for more on the campaign).

Job Purpose
Brazil will host the UN Conference on Sustainable Development (Rio +20) in June 2012, 20 years after the 1992 ‘Earth Summit’ held in Rio de Janeiro. This provides an opportunity for the climate movement to work hand-in-hand with other sectors of civil society concerned with other issues that affect the sustainability of our planet, such as green and decent jobs, renewable energy, bio-diversity, etc. The Rio+20 Summit will be used as an opportunity to (re)ignite mass public support for solving a range of social issues which put our sustainable future in peril, at the heart of which is the need to address climate change.

In the lead up to Rio+20, GCCA partners will be working with other networks of civil society organizations in support of campaigns in Brazil and globally to aggregate and amplify the multitude of voices demanding a shift towards a more sustainable, green and just economy – a low carbon future. We are reaching out particularly to youth and labour constituencies.

GCCA is looking for a seasoned campaigner/networker to support and coordinate the work of national and regional partners, linking with global partners to implement campaign initiatives in line with our Rio+20 mobilization strategy.

Details
The post will be based in Brazil and report to the Global Campaigns Director. The post is a part-time consultancy appointment from June 2011 to the end of July 2012, and is contingent upon GCCA core funding grants being renewed as anticipated.

Main Responsibilities
1. Rio +20 and Brazil Campaign Strategy Development

•Provide expertise and input to finalise the development of national campaign and communication strategies, linkages to global campaign projects, and funding proposals.
•Keep abreast of the national and regional trends on sustainable development and climate politics, and monitor relevant discussions amongst coalition partners.
•Identify campaign opportunities and ensure realistic objectives whilst maintaining viability and potential for impact.
2. Coordination and facilitation

•Provide coordination and facilitation support to GCCA partners and other parts of Civil Society nationally and across the region (where relevant) to plan, implement and evaluate campaigns. This will include initiating and chairing meetings, keeping minutes, following-up on agreements and action points, coordinating evaluations/reviews, etc.
•Link with the global campaign and partners working outside of the region.
3. Outreach and partner engagement

With support from the Outreach Coordinator, reach out to and engage existing and potential partners in Brazil and the region. This will include integrating new partners into the existing national or regional networks, and outreach to and building bridges with social movements and other groups working on sustainable development, green economy and climate justice issues. There is a specific focus on engagement of youth and labour constituencies.

4. GCCA representation

Represent GCCA at meetings and other events.

5. Communications

Working with the Communications Director, ensure a shared understanding of the communications strategy and the ‘Race to the Future’ narrative with appropriate adaptation to the local context. This could, for example, include facilitating a regional communications working group and ensuring representation of its interests at a global level, with the global Communications Working Group. It will also include ensuring that a system is established so that any versions of the website in any regional languages (Portuguese and Spanish) are updated. Also, ensure that activities in the region or country are adequately reflected in the range of GCCA’s communication tools.

6. Fundraising

Advise and assist partners, the Global Campaigns Director, Executive Director, Funding Advisor and Operations Coordinator in the identification of potential funding sources as well as in the development of funding proposals in support of national and regional campaigns and partners, and for subsequent reporting and representation.


7. Reports

Write and/or oversee external and internal reports, fact sheets and briefings, ensuring clear and consistent messaging, in support of national and Rio +20 campaign objectives.

Skills / qualifications

Required:

•Relevant experience (5 years) in campaigning and partnership/networking/coalition building.
•Experience living and working in Brazil.
•Good working knowledge of climate change and other related issues in Brazil and the region.
•Good understanding of a variety of civil society organizations and social movements in the region.
•Strong facilitation and coordination skills and experience.
•A communicator and team player.
•Project management skills and/or experience including proven ability to effectively adjust plans to rapidly changing circumstances.
•Ability to operate and lead under pressure.
•Presentation and public speaking skills and experience.
•Experience of cross-cultural working environment – “an internationalist”.
•Demonstrable commitment to environmental/social justice issues.
•Fluency in written and spoken English and relevant languages for the region (Portuguese, Spanish); strong writing skills.
•Ability to travel extensively.
•Comfortable with online workspaces and digital ways of working.
Optional (but desirable):

•Knowledge of climate issues at the international level.
◦Budget management skills and/or experience.
◦Advocacy skills and/or experience.
◦Media connections, at the national level in Brazil, and across Latin America.
◦Experience and/or skills in public communication/campaigning and use of the worldwide web.

To Apply Please send a cover letter of motivation and CV to Manish Joshi, Outreach Director at Manish.Joshi at tcktcktck.org

Closing date for applications is Wednesday June 8 2011.

Part-time Fundraising Coordinator

For US based applicants only.

Children of South Africa (CHOSA) is a US-registered non-profit organization formed in 2004 to support grassroots community-driven children s projects in South Africa, primarily in Cape Town s impoverished townships. CHOSA strongly supports self-organization within communities and therefore provides unrestricted funding to the projects it supports. This approach is made possible through our grassroots funding strategies and our reliance on a growing network of small donors, most of whom have a strong personal connection to CHOSA. Many of our most supportive donors have spent time working with the children in our volunteer After-School program, and many others have been drawn to CHOSA by someone close to them who has done so. CHOSA is seeking a new part-time Fundraising Coordinator in the US to carry forward our exciting grassroots fundraising work.

The ideal candidate will have:

* Experience with and great enthusiasm for fundraising, preferably in a grassroots model
* Experience in event planning (preferred)
* Strong time management skills and ability to meet deadlines
* Ability to multi-task
* Ability to work independently, and with some flexibility
* Strong administrative and organizational skills
* Strong writing and conversational skills
* Basic desktop publishing skills
* Experience with WordPress, Facebook, Twitter and other social media platforms
* Experience with eTapestry (or another donor database system)
* A passion for community-driven organization
* An understanding of the importance of community childcare
* A contextual understanding of South Africa s history and specific challenges, and
* A sensitivity to the challenges of race, class, gender and nation as they impact on transnational work between the US and South Africa.
* Ability to read donors and craft CHOSA s message to best engage them
* Ability to build and maintain a strong network among both the young people (college age and recent graduates) and our long-time supporters (of all ages) who are the heart of the CHOSA family

Job Description for Fundraising Coordinator (Part-time)

Position to begin: Immediately or beginning of July 2011
Time commitment: Part-time position (approximately 20 hours/week)
Salary: US$2,000/month, plus compensation for CHOSA related costs (phone, internet, office costs
and possible travel costs.)
Residence: Candidate should live in any large US city.

Responsibilities

Fundraising:

* Help facilitate fundraising events in collaboration with returning study abroad students from the CHOSA/CIEE volunteer program.
* Donor cultivation (increasing the donation of secure regular donors and recruit new interest sectors to support CHOSA) through regular communication and facilitation of face-to-face meetings wherever possible with CHOSA s board members
* Send out quarterly and annual fundraising appeals
* Coordinate fundraising events in major cities where CHOSA s alumni and other donors are concentrated (New York, Philadelphia, Washington DC, Chicago, San Francisco and Los Angeles)
* Expand CHOSA s online presence and seek new online fundraising opportunities including family foundations, donor directed funds, matching grant opportunities and more.
* Work with staff and Board of Directors to create a comprehensive fundraising strategy

Administration:

* Manage, use and update eTapestry donor database
* Manage CHOSA s website, blog, Facebook, Twitter and other social media networks
* Publish regular e-Newsletters and one annual newsletter by mail

Other:

* Attend CHOSA Board Meetings and present a clear and concise financial report
* Maintain regular contact with staff and Board of Directors including monthly reports on activities, plans and major upcoming events.
* Communicate regularly with representatives on the ground in South Africa
* Build and maintain relationships with CHOSA s growing community of volunteer alumni


** To submit your application for this position with CHOSA, please email your CV and a cover letter to:
job@chosa.org

Please attach answers the following questions:

* Please tell us about a time that you have had to motivate a group (your peers, students or anyone else) to accomplish a task. How did you create enthusiasm? What oversight did you provide throughout the project? What were some obstacles that you had to overcome?
* What is your idea of community development and social change? What is the role of NGOs in the development process? How will you integrate this into your fundraising activities?
* What would you personally do to live up to this philosophy of development?

Programme Manager (Global Sanitation Fund)

UNOPS helps its partners in the United Nations system meet the world¡¦s needs for building peace, recovering from disaster, and creating sustainable development. UNOPS is known for its ability to implement complex projects in all types of environments around the globe. In an effort to promote organizational excellence, UNOPS seeks highly qualified individuals for the following position:

Vacancy Code	VA/2011/SWOC/WSSCC/PM/P-5/GSF
Post Title	Programme Manager (Global Sanitation Fund)
Post Level	P5 – Fixed Term Appointment
Position status	Non-rotational
Org Unit	SWOC
Duty Station	Geneva
Duration	2 years renewable subject to satisfactory performance
Closing Date	7 July 2011

Background
The Water Supply and Sanitation Collaborative Council (WSSCC) was established in 1990 and recognised in United Nations General Assembly resolution A/RES/45/181. WSSCC works to accelerate the provision of drinking water, sanitation and hygiene services for poor people in developing countries, with special attention to the un-served poor, by enhancing collaboration and coordination of all sector stakeholders.

In 2007, WSSCC made the strategic decision to focus on sanitation and hygiene because the problem is so large ¡V 2.6 billion people do not have a toilet. WSSCC established the Global Sanitation Fund (GSF) as a global financing mechanism dedicated to sanitation and hygiene. A full description of WSSCC and GSF activities may be found here: www.wsscc.org

Objectives of the Post
This post aims to improve sanitation and hygiene for large numbers of people through the effective and efficient management of the Global Sanitation Fund.
The Global Sanitation Fund is currently active in ten countries, with preparation activities in a further six, and spending approx. $20 million per year. It will expand to more countries, depending on the level of funding that it receives, with an aspiration to grow to approx. $100 million per year. For each country the GSF appoints an Executing Agency (EA) to administer the programme within that country. Each EA makes sub-grants to non-government organizations, private sector and local governments to implement programmes that promote improved sanitation and hygiene.

Organizational Context
The incumbent is a senior member of the WSSCC Secretariat, which is a unit within the United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS). The incumbent works in accordance with WSSCC¡¦s strategic objectives and established guidelines and with internal and external professionals such as Project Managers, Executing Agencies and Programme Monitors. The incumbent reports to the WSSCC Executive Director, and leads a group of currently six staff.
The post is located in Geneva and involves frequent and extensive travel.

Duties and Responsibilities

Programme management:
Plan and implement the strategies for the GSF to achieve the objectives set by the Steering Committee, using his/her judgment of priorities in consultation with the Executive Director and the GSF staff. Generate annual budgets and workplans matched to the available human and financial resources and lead the work of achieving them, including making necessary decisions to achieve the results. Lead in communicating (internally and externally) GSF¡¦s aims, objectives, strategies and achievements Receive advice from the GSF Advisory Committee. Periodically review the GSF¡¦s overall direction and recommend any changes through the Executive Director to the Steering Committee.

Team Management:
Lead the GSF team, assigning responsibilities and tasks. Plan and recruit staff and consultants. Manage the performance and development of staff and consultants.

Systems development:
Lead development of systems for grants management, financial management, monitoring and evaluation, etc. Set the agenda for identifying lessons to be learned from GSF programmes, Review effectiveness of systems.

Membership of WSSCC's Management Team:
Contribute actively to WSSCC's strategic leadership. Further the aims and objectives of WSSCC. Ensure collaboration between departments.

External relations:
Represent GSF, and WSSCC as required, in international fora. Promote inter-agency collaboration on sanitation and hygiene work at scale. With the Executive Director, develop and maintain good donor relations.

Required Selection Criteria

Competencies

Producing results (Core) Ensuring the effective use of resources (Managerial) Building and promoting partnerships across the organisation and beyond (Managerial) Communicating in a credible and effective way (Core)
Preferred experience, skills and competencies seen as an advantage
Mature judgment and leadership skills. Practical experience in managing Trust Funds. Knowledge and experience of managing large-scale results-driven programmes in developing countries, preferably in sanitation and hygiene. Knowledge of the UN system environment, rules and regulations. Knowledge of the international agencies working in the field of sanitation and hygiene.

Education
Essential: Advanced degree level (Masters or equivalent) in project management, finance, business administration, international development, or other relevant subject.
Desirable: Qualification in public health and hygiene, public health engineering, social science or other relevant subject.

Work experience
Essential: at least 10 years¡¦ experience in large-scale programme management in an international development context. At least 5 years experience in managing an international trust fund - either in the UN system or another international organization.
Desirable: substantial practical experience in a developing country in sanitation and hygiene or public health or a closely similar field.

Languages
Essential: fluency in English, and at least a good working knowledge of French.

NB: The successful incumbent is responsible to abide by security policies, administrative instructions, plans and procedures of the UN Security Management System and that of UNOPS.

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

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

For more information on UNOPS, please visit the UNOPS website at www.unops.org .

Social Standards Officer

TFT is a UK based charity that works in partnership with producers, importers and retailers to enable the delivery of responsible products to the market. TFT believe that ‘Responsible Products don’t destroy the environment or damage peoples’ lives so TFT works to identify and remove all social and environmental issues embedded in product supply chains.

TFT seeks to recruit a Social Standards Officer for their office in Delhi.

The successful candidate must be fluent in local dialects and English and prepared to travel extensively in India.

Duties will include:

- Conducting 2nd party audits using internationally recognized protocols ( SA8000, SMETA ), and the accurate preparation of audit reports

- Supplier remediation, for example supplier training or organising workshops for factory Managers, workers and representatives in order to ensure high standards

- Project management and coordination

- NGO and external stakeholder engagement

The role will report to the Head of TFT India and candidates should possess, as a minimum, the following skill sets and experience:

- Solid and demonstrable hands on experience of conducting social audits as well as related follow-up activity

- A good understanding of Ethical/Social and if possible Environmental issues and standards

- Exposure to SA 8000,SMETA and BSCI audit protocols

- Excellent communication skills, including very good verbal and written English

- Experience in helping run effective supplier training and workshop sessions

- Exposure in working through multi stakeholder engagement/initiative models

- Ability to work independently, self driven while at the same time being in constant communication with the team and line managers

- Proficiency in Information Technology tools (software applications) and Windows packages(Excel, PowerPoint, Word)

Competitive salary based on experience

Please send CV and a covering letter in English to: l.malcom@tft-forests.org

Local Training Expert

UNIDO is entrusted to implement a project on Industrial Energy Efficiency Improvement in South Africa, with the overall objective of assisting the country to successfully implement the National Energy Efficiency Strategy. The project will facilitate the formulation and the implementation of the National Energy Management Standard and build the capacity to introduce a system optimisation approach in industry in South Africa.

Local Training Expert

The Industrial Energy Efficiency Project seeks to appoint an experienced training expert who will work together with a team of international and national project personnel under the overall supervision of the Project Chief Technical Adviser to implement the project. S/he will develop and co-ordinate, with the assistance of the International Training Adviser, training activities for the project, focusing on five industrial sectors indicated in the Project Document, namely: agroprocessing, automotive, chemical and liquid fuels, metal processing and mining.

Specifically s/he is expected to carry out the following duties: * Identify skills needs and outcomes with regard to Energy Management Systems and Energy System Optimisation * Assist with the co-ordination of the overall training programmes and in the preparation of the training material * Roll out training courses and collaborate in the development of training centres * Develop a feedback mechanism for coursework evaluation * Support the sourcing of Energy Management and system optimisation-related materials to the IT Library.

Requirements: * Appropriate Bachelor-level or equivalent qualification * A sound understanding of and solid experience with the National Qualifications Framework and associated bodies, such as ESETA, SAQA and others
* At least 7 years' experience in developing training programmes and training materials * Solid experience with training and workshops in the engineering environment * Experience in stakeholder management, especially related to the development and implementation of training programmes * Experience in and knowledge of Energy Efficiency in industry are considered as assets.

Interested candidates can send an application in English (including CV, cover letter stating the value addition to the position and how the work experience accumulated would fulfil the above-mentioned requirements, together with copies of relevant academic certificate(s)) via e-mail to Ms Phumla Makae at PMakae@csir.co.za The full job description can be requested at the same e-mail address.
Closing date: 15 June 2011
Please note: This is a 3-year contract position with a 6-month probation period.

Kyrgyzstan Reporting intern

Department: Coordination
Position: Reporting Intern Contract duration: 6 months Location: Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek Starting Date ASAP I. Background on ACTED:

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

ACTED was created in 1993 to support populations affected by the conflict in Afghanistan. Based in Paris, France, ACTED now operates in 28 countries worldwide, with over 190 international and 2700 national staff. ACTED has a 62 million € budget for over 240 projects spanning 8 sectors of intervention; including emergency relief, food security, health promotion, economic development, education & training, microfinance, local governance & institutional support, and cultural promotion. For more information, please visit our website at www.acted.org

II. Program Information

Capital Office : Bishkek National Staff : 86 (may 2009) International Staff : 1 (may 2009) Areas : 1 (Ferghana Valley) On-going programmes : 5 Budget : 1,2M€ (2008)

ACTED has been in Kyrgyzstan since 2000, and operates in the Jalalabat, Osh, Batken, and Naryn regions with a staff of over 80 people. ACTED in Kyrgyzstan contributes to poverty reduction by decreasing the impact of the world recession through adding value to labour migration, improving the food security of vulnerable people, supporting local initiatives for development, reducing the risks to natural disasters to decrease socio-economic damage and resolving cross border conflicts for stable socio-economic development. The country programme is responding to the evolving economic and political situation of the country by working toward rural food security, socio-economic advancement and resilience against shocks, including those of natural disasters. The situation in cross border areas remains critical due to the existence of territories still in dispute between Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan and Tajikistan. The local conflict and border management is poorly developed while socio-economic interaction between bordering communities is intense due to cross border trade and the shared use of land and water resources. Today, the development of conflict early warning mechanisms and social infrastructures in near border areas are the priority action in order to prevent and decrease risks of conflicts.

III. Position Profile

The Reporting Intern ensures the production of timely reports for the Reporting Manager as well as the Country Director. He/she assists the Reporting Manager and the Country Director in developing internal and external country communication strategies. Under the supervision of the Reporting Manager, the reporting intern will:

• Collect and synthesize data from the field, and draft reports in cooperation with project management, finance, monitoring and evaluation, and other field coordination departments

• Assist the Reporting Manager in developing project proposals, addressing ad hoc donor requests or catalysing action on specific projects or components of projects • Liaise with external partners and represent ACTED in coordination and information meetings with NGOs, donors, and other humanitarian actors.

IV. Qualifications:

• Postgraduate diploma in Journalism, International Relations or a relevant field • Advanced proficiency in written and spoken English (French in a francophone post/Spanish in a Central American post) • Excellent writing and communication skills • Ability to work efficiently under pressure

V. Conditions:

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

VI. Submission of applications:

Please send, in English, your cover letter, CV, and three references to stages@acted.org Ref: RI/KYR/RW

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

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

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

INDIAN/GUJARAT GODOWN ADMINISTRATOR-MALE NAIROBI OFFICE

On behalf of our client a furniture manufacturing group of Companies based in Mombasa we would like to tap the talent of a highly efficient Indian/Gujarat Godown Administrator-Male. The candidate should have the following;
• Diploma with a professional qualification in store, and or warehouse management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite.
• Over 32 years of age and married.
• MUST BE Gujarati/Hindi speaking.
• Availability Immediately.
• Salary range 30.000Kshs-40.000Kshs.
• 3 years professional experience in a similar or related capacity, preferably with a manufacturing firm.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to lead, organize and plan effectively
• Proven ability in relating with people of different nationalities/cultures
• Demonstrate meticulous record keeping and attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal/written and bargaining/negotiating skills
• Integrity, diplomacy & Professionalism
• Ability to make sound decisions and work in a team.
Key responsibilities will include:-
• Liaise with the Procurement Officer on contracts for supplies and ensure the same are executed in a timely manner.
• Organize for delivery schedules into the stores/warehouses with the suppliers
• Liaise with Procurement, requesters, and appropriate verifiers to receive and verify all incoming goods and supplies against procurement documents.
• Ensure that all goods issued/dispatched are fully documented and are acknowledged by the appropriate persons and maintain up-to-date records
• Liaise with the Procurement Officer and contracted transporters to ensure smooth and timely dispatch of goods.
• Carry out regular stock takes, as from time to time defined, for goods and supplies in the stores, prepare and submit stock reports to relevant authorities as per agreed times.
• Conduct daily or frequent inspections of all stores to monitor for unauthorized access, or other actual or potential perils and maintain adequate systems to ensure proper management and accountability
• Identify dead, obsolete or excess stocks and propose disposition to the Administration Manager.
• Establish, document and maintain appropriate Re-Order levels for all items and supplies, taking into account usage rates and Procurement Lead Times to ensure a continuous availability of adequate operating supplies,
• Ensure that receipt of all assets issued/dispatched are duly acknowledged by the responsible person, and an Assets Tracking Form generated and filed as appropriate
• Verify that all incoming and issued/dispatched/disposed assets are physically labeled and recorded in the asset register.
Qualified and interested candidates may apply online: jobs@tmskenya.com
With names and contact information of three references.

Applications Deadline 5thJune 2011 Attention: Brayan.

INDIAN/GUJARAT GODOWN ADMINISTRATOR-MALE MOMBASA OFFICE

On behalf of our client a furniture manufacturing group of Companies based in Mombasa we would like to tap the talent of a highly efficient Indian/Gujarat Godown Administrator-Male. The candidate should have the following;
• Diploma with a professional qualification in store, and or warehouse management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite.
• Over 32 years of age and married.
• MUST BE Gujarati/Hindi speaking.
• Availability Immediately.
• Salary range 50.000Kshs-55.000Kshs.
• 3 years professional experience in a similar or related capacity, preferably with a manufacturing firm.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to lead, organize and plan effectively
• Proven ability in relating with people of different nationalities/cultures
• Demonstrate meticulous record keeping and attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal/written and bargaining/negotiating skills
• Integrity, diplomacy & Professionalism
• Ability to make sound decisions and work in a team.
Key responsibilities will include:-
• Liaise with the Procurement Officer on contracts for supplies and ensure the same are executed in a timely manner.
• Organize for delivery schedules into the stores/warehouses with the suppliers
• Liaise with Procurement, requesters, and appropriate verifiers to receive and verify all incoming goods and supplies against procurement documents.
• Ensure that all goods issued/dispatched are fully documented and are acknowledged by the appropriate persons and maintain up-to-date records
• Liaise with the Procurement Officer and contracted transporters to ensure smooth and timely dispatch of goods.
• Carry out regular stock takes, as from time to time defined, for goods and supplies in the stores, prepare and submit stock reports to relevant authorities as per agreed times.
• Conduct daily or frequent inspections of all stores to monitor for unauthorized access, or other actual or potential perils and maintain adequate systems to ensure proper management and accountability
• Identify dead, obsolete or excess stocks and propose disposition to the Administration Manager.
• Establish, document and maintain appropriate Re-Order levels for all items and supplies, taking into account usage rates and Procurement Lead Times to ensure a continuous availability of adequate operating supplies,
• Ensure that receipt of all assets issued/dispatched are duly acknowledged by the responsible person, and an Assets Tracking Form generated and filed as appropriate
• Verify that all incoming and issued/dispatched/disposed assets are physically labeled and recorded in the asset register.
Qualified and interested candidates may apply online: jobs@tmskenya.com
With names and contact information of three references.

Applications Deadline 5thJune 2011 Attention: Brayan.

INDIAN/GUJARAT ACCOUNTS ASSISTANT- MALE MOMBASA TOWN OFFICE

On behalf of our client a furniture manufacturing group of Companies based in Mombasa we would like to tap the talent of a highly efficient Indian/Gujarat Accounts Assistant -Male. The candidate should have the following;
• Qualification in ATC, ACCA 1, CPA 1.
• Must be Hindu/Gujarat speaking.
• Salary 15.000Kshs.
• Availability Immediately.
• Some experience in accounting field.
• Excellent knowledge in Computers and packages
Key responsibilities will include:-
• Preparing books of accounts.
• Processes financial reports.
• Processing payment document.
• Maintains cash book.
• Banking and withdrawal of funds.
• Filling of accounting records.

Qualified and interested candidates may apply online: jobs@tmskenya.com
With names and contact information of three references.
Applications Deadline 5th June 2011 Attention: Brayan.

Program Officer, Transatlantic Leadership Initiatives

The German Marshall Fund of the United States (GMF) is a non-partisan American public policy and grant-making institution dedicated to promoting better understanding and cooperation between North America and Europe on transatlantic and global issues.

Job Summary:

The Brussels office of the German Marshall Fund of the United States (GMF) seeks a full-time program officer position in the Transatlantic Leadership Initiatives (TLI) department to manage all aspects of GMF’s flagship leadership development program, the Marshall Memorial Fellowship (MMF), and oversee work on other GMF leadership initiatives such as the Manfred Woerner Seminar. S/he will work Transatlantic Leadership Initiatives department and will be supervised by the Director, Transatlantic Leadership Initiatives in the Washington, DC office.

Key Areas of Responsibility:

As a key member of the Transatlantic Leadership Initiatives team and in cooperation with staff in all of GMF’s offices, the successful candidate will be responsible for:

• General management of the Marshall Memorial Fellowship program, including the hosting and selection of European and American Fellows in cooperation with MMF program selection partners and city coordinators;
• Working with GMF’s Partnerships department to maintain current program funding relationships, to identify potential partners, and to raise additional financial support for the MMF program;
• Working with programs and office directors in the United States and throughout Europe to maximize the impact of the MMF program and network;
• Assisting in designing and implementing events and projects focused on the 30th anniversary of the MMF program;
• Assisting in preparing Marshall Forum events;
• Assisting in the development and implementation of a transatlantic alumni strategy, including alumni events/conferences and cultivating alumni for fundraising, political, and media purposes;
• Developing new opportunities for alumni to engage with each other and GMF on transatlantic issues;
• Administering the Manfred Woerner Seminar, including selection of candidates in coordination with program partners; and
• Assisting with other leadership development programs and other GMF projects as needed.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Three to five years of program management experience.
• Bachelor degree in International Relations, Communication or another related field. Master degree preferred.
• Fluency in English required; fluency in one or more other European languages, particularly German, is desired.
• Knowledge of European and American cultures and customs as well as an ability to work in an intercultural team environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to appropriately represent GMF externally.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Keen attention to detail.
• Ability to travel occasionally and to work evenings and weekends as needed.

Application Process:
To be considered for this position, please forward cover letter and current resume, along with salary requirement, to hr@gmfus.org . Please reference job title in the subject line. Due to the high volume of responses, we will only contact candidates of interest.

GMF is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Chief of Party, Local Government Support Project, Moldova

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:
The Local Government Support Project (LGSP) is a four-year activity to assist local governments to design and implement policies and procedures that contribute to good governance, develop capacity to meet decentralized authorities and responsibilities for services in a transparent manner, and provide basic services that engender growth of local economies and make services more cost effective and efficient

Position Summary:
The Chief of Party (COP) will provide overall technical and managerial leadership for the project, as well as serve as the resident technical expert in local government support. The COP will be the principal liaison with USAID and other entities, including national and local governments.

Responsibilities:
The COP is responsible for:
• Oversight of the design and implementation of all project activities.
• Supervision of all component leaders to ensure fulfillment of work plan objectives;
• Providing oversight and control of administrative and financial management.
• Maintaining the required reporting to USAID
• Overseeing provision of all required contract deliverables
• Coordinating with USAID and other donors
• Monitoring program performance and budget.

Qualifications:
The COP should have:
• Prior experience as COP for USAID funded projects;
• Demonstrated technical expertise in local government;
• Experience in working in Eastern Europe and/or the former Soviet Union strongly preferred;
• Degree in political science, government, law or other related field;
• The ability to travel overseas and throughout the country as required;
• Romanian and/or Russian language skills preferred.

Only candidates who have been selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please.

To apply, please visit our website:
www.msiworldwide.com.

Deputy Chief of Party, Local Government Support Project, Moldova

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:
The Local Government Support Project (LGSP) is a four-year activity to assist local governments to design and implement policies and procedures that contribute to good governance, develop capacity to meet decentralized authorities and responsibilities for services in a transparent manner, and provide basic services that engender growth of local economies and make services more cost effective and efficient.

Position Summary:
The Deputy Chief of Party (DCOP) will assist the Chief of Party (COP) in the technical, administrative and financial management of the project. The DCOP will coordinate the work of the financial and administrative staff and will supervise, under the guidance of the COP, technical work both in the DCOP’s area of expertise and other areas that will be delegated to the DCOP by the COP.

Responsibilities:
The DCOP is responsible for:
• Assisting the COP in the oversight of the design and implementation of all project activities;
• Supervision of all component leaders to ensure fulfillment of work plan objectives;
• Providing oversight and control of administrative and financial management under the guidance of the COP;
• Assisting in required reporting to USAID;
• Assisting the COP in monitoring program performance and budget;
• Providing technical assistance as required in the DCOP’s area of expertise.

Qualifications:
The DCOP should have:
• Demonstrated technical expertise in local government;
• Experience in working in Eastern Europe and/or the former Soviet Union strongly preferred;
• Degree in political science, government, law or other related field;
• The ability to travel overseas and throughout the country as required;
• Romanian and/or Russian language skills preferred.

Only candidates who have been selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please.

To apply, please visit our website:
www.msiworldwide.com.

Journalism Trainers - Sierra Leone

Journalists for Human Rights (JHR)


Positions: 2

Location: Freetown, Sierra Leone

Term:8 months

Start Date: July 2011

Remuneration: monthly living stipend, plus flight and visa

Position Summary:
Two Journalism Trainers will be hired to conduct journalism training activities (including training seminars, preparing curriculum, lecturing, mentoring, and helping to administer a fellowship program) in Sierra Leone (eight months, full-time). The Trainers will have significant journalism experience in either radio or print, with a proven ability to successfully teach others and the ability to work in a challenging, cross-cultural environment. The Trainers will work closely with the Country Director to:

Develop content for and facilitate Community Forums on a variety of media, democratic development and human rights topics
Administer, monitor and evaluate a Fellowship program for local journalists

Provide mentorship to journalists involved in the Fellowship program
ƒnDevelop content for and facilitate workshops for students at post-secondary institutions
Provide daily on-the-job training, conduct informal seminars for local journalists to increase focus on human rights reporting
Work one-on-one with local journalists to improve basic journalistic skills, including encouraging innovative reporting
Capacity-building of local journalists and students
Create monthly blog postings and success stories for public engagement
Produce regular monthly reports providing feedback on the status and progression of the program
Collaborate with local stakeholders to produce a press kit

Skills/Experiences/Qualifications:

Journalism degree or relevant journalism experience
Strong working journalism experience of no less than 2 years
Strong knowledge of and commitment to human rights, or a demonstrated interest in human rights, including commitment to gender equality
Significant training, teaching, or educational experience preferred
Knowledge of, and interest in, media development
Knowledge of Sierra Leone and West Africa
International experience within a developing nation(s) preferred, or strong, demonstrable interest
Ability and willingness to live and work effectively and successfully in a cross-cultural environment
Ability to multi-task and work in a team environment, as well as independently
Proven skills in capacity-building of other staff and partners
Extremely self-motivated, and proven ability to manage and motivate others
Excellent interpersonal skills ¡V excellent written and communication skills
Fluency in English is imperative

How to apply
To apply, please submit a cover letter and CV to the attention of Ms. Rachel Pulfer at sierraleone.applications at jhr.ca no later than midnight EST on June 20, 2011.

Please quote job title in the subject line.

jhr thanks all those who apply; however due to large application numbers only those shortlisted for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please.

Regional Forest Carbon and Climate Coordinator

World Wide Fund for Nature
Seeks
One (01) Regional Forest Carbon and Climate Coordinator
WWF Central Africa Programme Office (CARPO) supported by the WWF Network implements a conservation
strategy called the Green Heart of Africa Network Initiative (GHOA NI). The vision for the GHOA is that, by 2020,
the forest, freshwater landscapes and species resources in the GHOA are managed sustainably so that
biodiversity is conserved, ecosystem functions and services are maintained, global climate is stabilized, and
sustainable development and economic growth improves the livelihoods of the people of Central Africa.
In order to achieve this vision, WWF works with Governments and other important partners in the region to
implement the following strategies:
�� develop and implement sustainable funding mechanisms supporting a representative network of
protected areas in priority landscapes, and to provide incentives for protected area stakeholders to
increase management effectiveness;
�� mobilize incentives and expertise for sustainable resource use by local people by developing an
enabling policy environment, capacity for CBNRM, and supporting sustainable economic
development at the local level;
�� promote viable certification schemes, legal and sustainable trade, and environmentally responsible
policies and processes to ensure the responsible and sustainable development and operation of
production forests, extractive industries and infrastructure developments in the Congo Basin, and
minimize their environmental impacts, including the reduction of CO2 emissions.
The WWF is currently accepting applications from outstanding candidates with a passion for nature
conservation to fill the position of Forest Carbon and Climate Coordinator for its Central Africa Regional
Programme Office (CARPO).
Location: Yaoundé, Cameroon.
Main Function:
Coordinate the development and implementation of a forest carbon and climate strategy that defines the road for
growth in WWF’s forest carbon and climate portfolio in the Congo Basin and addresses issues of institutional
capacity, risk mitigation and knowledge management, in line with WWF’s global programmes, priorities and
principles.
Guide WWF engagement in global, regional and national policy formulation relating to REDD+ for Congo Basin
countries.
Provide a focal point in CARPO for WWF activities on forest carbon in coordination with FCI, GHOA, CEA and
other relevant national and programme offices.
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
Policy/Partnership
�� Coordinate the engagement of WWF offices and partners from the Congo Basin in the global policy
agenda and dialogue on REDD+ and ensure that relevant issues and conclusions are translated into
policy actions at the regional and national levels;
�� Provide support to COMIFAC and Congo Basin countries in UNFCCC negotiations for the inclusion of
REDD in the post-2012 climate treaty, including the development of position statements and
submissions for the UNFCCC negotiation meetings, as well as for meetings of the subsidiary working
groups on technical advice (SBSTA) and implementation (SBI);
�� Assist COMIFAC and the Congo Basin countries in their engagement with international finance
mechanisms in order to secure funds to support REDD+ and other forest-based carbon programme
activities, and the effective governance arrangements to support them,
�� Represent WWF as needed in external events within the region, UNFCCC processes, and other
relevant meetings, etc.
�� Establish close cooperation with stakeholders and institutions crucial to the success of this
component of the GHOA NI especially decision-makers within governments, inter-government agencies,
private sector, and develops and/or nurtures institutional relationships and partnerships where
appropriate
Internal Support
�� Lead technical input into regional (COMIFAC, etc.) and national processes, and work with REDD+ policy
specialists and NO/PO teams to ensure appropriate input to regional and national policy agreements,
strategies and activities;
�� Lead technical input from CARPO country teams into national Readiness Preparation Plans
(development/implementation)
�� Contribute to high quality of development, inception and implementation of a portfolio of REDD+
projects/programmes delivered by country teams/ implementation and provides technical
backstopping to WWF country teams;
�� Ensure establishment of clear linkages between REDD+ pilot projects and “traditional” biodiversity
protection and management projects” to align REED projects with WWF conservation priorities
�� Lead on the development of, and contribute to delivery of a regional programme of capacity building
(including recruitment of new capacity/expertise where required) and training on REDD+ among key
staff offices;
Development
�� Investigate, in coordination with sustainable financing specialists, financial mechanisms that could be
used to manage carbon credits payment in perpetuity, e.g. Trust Funds;
�� Identify key underpinning research/feasibility activities to be undertaken, prepare ToRs and supervise
consultants when needed on topics such as synthesis and analysis of the past and current research
results on the drivers and underlying causes of deforestation and degradation to help support public
policy analysis and advocacy; and potential governance mechanisms/scenarios for equitable distribution
of funds from carbon finance to communities, Indigenous peoples and governments.
Others
�� Prepares regular reports on progress towards objectives
�� Works with WWF programme communicators to develop campaign approaches as necessary, and
communication outreach to support the NI’s objectives.
�� Other tasks as required.
Profile:
Required Qualifications
�� An advanced degree in political science, natural science, biological science, public policy or related field;
�� Technical proficiency in the field of conservation, natural-resource management or international
development;
�� A minimum of 5 years related professional experience, including some in Africa, ideally in the Congo
Basin region.
Required Skills and competencies
�� Strong working knowledge of forest management, REDD+ policy and project development and carbon
finance;
�� Demonstrated experience in public policy related to climate and/or biodiversity conservation, including the
UNFCCC processes;
�� Demonstrated experience in proposal development and fundraising;
�� Successful experience in working closely with Government counterparts and other key partners from
national to community level;
�� Excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills in French and English;
�� Excellent negotiation, diplomacy and lobbying skills;
�� Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to deal with multiple teams located in multiple locations (virtual
teams);
�� Ability to operate with independence, under time pressure, in order to meet deadlines and commitments.
�� Adheres to WWF’s values, which are: Passionate & Optimistic, Challenging & Inspiring, Credible &
Accountable, Persevering & Delivering Results.
�� Team player in a culturally diverse context
�� Establishing strategic direction
�� Setting high goals for personal and group accomplishment;
Interested candidates who meet the above requirements should apply by sending an application letter
and CV together with the names prior to June 27th, 2011to Recruitcarpo@wwf.panda.org

Academic Staff

Employer: Greenwich School of Management
Salary: £40.17 per hour (+ 12.07% holiday Pay)
Location: London

We are looking for suitably qualified lectures to join the current academic team, whose role is to ensure the best possible learning experience for the School's students. Competent staff who have the ability to teach within the cognate areas of Economics, Management, Information Technology, Accounting and Finance, Oil and Gas, Law (including Legal Systems and Skills, Equity and Trusts, Land Law) will be considered. Specialists in Law Modules must have the appropriate work experience within the industry. Individuals who are research active are particularly desirable.

Requirements:

• Possession of appropriate Academic Qualifications at graduate level.
• Possession of a recognized teaching qualification
• Relevant teaching experience within area of expertise
• Experience and understanding of academic programmes.
• An understanding of the needs and requirements of UK and International students

Please send CV and Covering Letter ONLY to: grace@greenwich-college.ac.uk
Closing Date: 30th June 2011

Senior Administrator

Employer: Greenwich School of Management
Salary: £24,000
Location: London

We are looking for a graduate who is an experienced and responsible senior administrator, to effectively manage the existing administrative team. The position requires the successful candidate to ensure that the appropriate tasks are completed competently and that quality mechanisms are accomplished accordingly.

Leading a small team, the successful candidate will oversee all administrative processes and procedures, manage the relevant budgets, and ensure the smooth and effective operation of the department.

Requirements:

• Possession of an appropriate Bachelor's degree.
• Experience of managing staff and budgets
• Knowledge of working within an educational organisation and implementation of relevant administrative tasks
• Ability to co-ordinate and manage students' individual needs
• Expertise in fostering collaboration between academic and administrative departments.

Please send CV and Covering Letter ONLY to: grace@greenwich-college.ac.uk
Closing date: 30th June 2011

Head Librarian

Employer: Greenwich School of Management
Salary: £31,000
Location: London

We are looking for an experienced, forward thinking librarian to manage all aspects of the day-to-day running of Greenwich School of Management's library service.

Leading a small team, you will oversee frontline services, deliver user support, and manage the library budget.

Requirements:

• An LIS qualification and relevant post-qualification experience
• Knowledge of organising and coordinating a library move
• Experience of managing staff and budgets
• Interest in developing electronic resources
• Experience of working in a law library and knowledge of legal information resources would be desirable

Please send CV and Covering Letter ONLY to: bsengupta@greenwich-college.ac.uk
closing Date: 30th june 2011

International Institution: Inclusive Parent resource center

UNICEF Skopje office is seeking a qualified international institution to provide support for establishment of an inclusive parent resource center and develop a programme for its functioning.
The contracted international institution is expected to provide the following types of support and deliver quality results:
- To provide support to the identified national implementing partner (NGO or association of parents) to establish an inclusive parent resource center and develop a programme for its functioning;
- To support the identified national implementing partner in developing and implementing social mobilization and community outreach strategies for the purpose of identifying and mobilizing parents and families with children with special educational needs;
- To provide background documents and resources for the parent resource centre on a broad range of issue related to special educational needs and ways in which parents can support inclusion of their children with special educational needs in family environment, community and school (classroom and extracurricular activities);
- To provide orientation training and training on the above mentioned topics to members of parent resource centers to enable parents implement activities as per the programme of the parent resource centre;
- To provide guidance and support in developing an online support to parents on the above mentioned topics;

Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Education, Social Work, Social Sciences, Social policy or related field;
- Solid international working experience on inclusive education, with focus on parental involvement;
- Previous experience in working with UNICEF, preferably in the CEE/CIS region a strong asset;
- The team leader should have the knowledge and required skills for organization, coordination, monitoring, and financial management of all the activities and excellent report writing skills;
- Excellent written and spoken English;
- Excellent analytical thinking, writing and communication skills.
Instructions for application can be found on the UNICEF Macedonia web:
http://www.unicef.org/tfyrmacedonia/12156_17169.html

esponsable d’Action Humanitaire pour le bureau de N’Djamena au Tchad

Au sein d´Intermón Oxfam nous avons besoin de couvrir, moyennant ce processus de sélection, le poste de Responsable d’Action Humanitaire pour le bureau de N’Djamena au Tchad.

FONCTIONS DU POSTE DE TRAVAIL

Placée sous la responsabilité hiérarchique du Directeur de Pays, et sous responsabilité fonctionnelle du Coordinateur Régional D’Action Humanitaire pour Afrique de l’Ouest et le Maghreb à Barcelone, la personne sélectionnée sera responsable de contrôler, définir, proposer et diriger les défis humanitaires d’Intermón Oxfam (IO) dans le pays, en analysant le contexte et en proposant des projets et des programmes pertinents. Le lieu de travail sera N’Djamena (Tchad).
Ses principales fonctions seront:
 Surveiller le contexte politique, économique et social, la situation de sécurité et les effets sur la situation humanitaire de la population.
 Concevoir, formuler et mettre en place la stratégie d’action humanitaire et la planification du plan de préparation, réponse humanitaire et gestion de risques.
 Diriger le processus de planification, exécution et justification du Programme Humanitaire avec son équipe.
 En cas de crise, réaliser une évaluation des besoins humanitaires et proposer, au Directeur du Pays et au Coordinateur Régional d’Action Humanitaire, une stratégie d’intervention.
 Diriger les interventions humanitaires de préparation, DRR et réponse.
 Veiller pour la cohérence des réponses humanitaires des affiliés Oxfam au Tchad, selon le Dossier Humanitaire d’Oxfam International, la Stratégie de Pays et le Plan de Contingence.
 Garantir la mise à jour du Plan de Contingence d’Oxfam au Tchad.
 Suivre et garantir le respect des requêtes des bailleurs de fonds.
 Assurer une bonne gestion des ressources d’AH (humaines, financières et matérielles).
 Coordonner et diriger le développement des personnes qui font partie de l’équipe en garantissant le respect des normes et politiques de RH de l’organisation.
 Veiller pour le respect des normes de sécurité des équipes d’action humanitaire sur le terrain en accord avec le guide de sécurité d’IO dans le pays et veiller pour le respect du Code de Conduite.


PROFIL REQUIS

 Diplôme universitaire : agriculture, élevage, socio-économie, wash. Une formation complémentaire en Action Humanitaire sera un plus.
 Connaissances du DHI, plans de contingence, de réponse humanitaire, de préparation, de mitigation et prévention de désastres.
 Deux ans minimum d’expérience sur le terrain dans la gestion de programmes humanitaires dans des postes de coordination. Souhaitable expérience de travail avec des partenaires.
 Expérience dans la réalisation des missions exploratoires et formulation, suivi et évaluations des projets humanitaires.
 Expérience en analyses de contexte et de la sécurité.
 Maîtrise du français et anglais.
 Informatique : connaissance au niveau d’utilisateur. Bonne connaissance d’Excel.
 Disponibilité pour voyager.
 Adhésion aux principes d’égalité entre les sexes et engagement avec les principes humanitaires et l’idéologie d’IO.

CONDITIONS DE TRAVAIL

Type de contrat: Contrat d‘un an.
Rétribution: La rétribution correspond à l’échelle d´Intermón Oxfam.
Le lieu de travail sera N’Djamena (Tchad)
Incorporation: Le plus tôt possible.

PROCESSUS DE SÉLECTION

Les personnes intéressées peuvent envoyer leur curriculum vitae, lettre de motivation et photographie récente à humanitarianstaff@IntermonOxfam.org, en indiquant la référence 32/11-12 RPAH Tchad. (Veuillez indiquer la source où vous avez trouvé l’offre d’emploi).

Le délai de présentation des demandes s’achèvera le 26 Juin 2011.

Les candidats présélectionnés seront contactés dans un délai de 20 jours, après la date de clôture fixée ci-dessus.

Intermón Oxfam applique toujours le principe de l’égalité des chances entre femmes et hommes pour tous les postes de travail.

Barcelone, 1 juin 2011

Apply To humanitarianstaff@IntermonOxfam.org

MESCAL Project Manager

IUCN Oceania Regional Office, FijiMangrove EcoSystems for Climate Change and
Livelihood (MESCAL) Project Manager
TERMS OF REFERENCE
Position: MESCAL Project Manager
Location: IUCN Oceania Regional Office, Suva, Fiji
Duration: 3 years fixed term
Reporting to: Water & Wetlands Program Coordinator
Background:
Mangrove ecosystems in the Pacific islands have been gradually decreasing in
area, despite the recognition that they provide many products and services
of immeasurable value. They are the first line of defence against many of
the effects of climate change and climate related extreme events. On
average the Pacific has seen a loss of almost 13% of mangroves across the
region over the past fifty years. While species may vary between countries,
the underlying drivers of mangrove degradation are similar according to
regional mangrove managers and specialists in the Pacific.
Given the importance of mangrove ecosystems for local livelihoods and as
natural insurance against climate change, IUCN has developed under its
Pacific Center for Environmental Governance (PCEG), a Pacific Mangrove
Initiative (PMI). The primary goal of the PMI is to increase resilience to
climate change by assisting Pacific Island countries and territories (PICTs)
implement sound evidence based policies, plans and practices and targeted
capacity development in mangrove management.
Under this initiative, IUCN has developed the Mangrove EcoSystems for
Climate Change and Livelihood (MESCAL) project, funded by the German
Government. The primary goal of this €2.3 million project is to increase
resilience to climate change for the people of the Pacific Island countries
through the co-management of mangroves and associated ecosystems in Fiji,
Vanuatu, Solomon Islands, Samoa and Tonga. This is an interdisciplinary
applied research and development project aimed at helping countries invest
in the management of mangroves and associated ecosystems for improved
livelihoods and adaptation to climate change. MESCAL activities will
include demonstration projects, governance, economics, carbon sequestration,
knowledge and information, communication and learning. The Project Manager
will serve as the Head of the Project Management Unit (PMU) located in the
IUCN Oceania Regional Office, Suva, Fiji.
Scope of Responsibilities:
To manage all aspects of project implementation and supervision, including
monitoring of implementation performance and managing and reporting of funds
used to achieve the following project outcomes.
1. Compilation of national baseline information about climate change
scenarios, use and values of mangroves and associated ecosystems
2. Facilitation of co management of mangroves for adaptation to
Climate Change
3. Improved conservation and or restoration of mangroves at selected
demonstration sites
4. Increased awareness, advocacy and capacity development in relation
to the value of mangroves to coastal communities.
Duties:
· Implement the broad MESCAL Project Plan, by facilitating the
implementation of annual workplans for the project and in-country
activities, in collaboration with relevant project partners and National
MESCAL project coordinators.
· In collaboration with Project Management Unit and National
Coordinators, oversee the implementation of the project activities
undertaken in the five participating countries, including ecological and
socio-economic surveys, delivery of training activities, operation of
regional workshops, developing awareness materials and activities.
· Manage performance of all project staff, both within the PMU and
in participating countries, regularly monitor their progress, and at least
annually submit written staff review reports to the ORO Human Resources
officer.
· Identify the need and prepare TOR for specific technical outputs
(consultants) in collaboration with the Chief Technical Advisor and National
Coordinators, and oversee the recruitment and management of consultants and
delivery of quality outputs within the specified time.
· Manage MESCAL Project Finances according to the agreed Project
Budget (IUCN-BMU Contract, Schedule 1-Budget) and in accordance with IUCN’s
Finance management system, including producing a 2-monthly expenditure and
revenue summaries and advance payment request stipulated by the German
Government
· Monitor, and regularly report on the progress of the project
against the MESCAL annual plans of implementation, and agreed milestones for
the project and in each country, and identify issues that needs attention by
management.
· Provide six-monthly (brief) and annual (detailed) written reports
on the overall MESCAL project delivery, including by country, covering
issues such as project activities, outputs and outcome delivery, and
staffing, including short term consultants.
· Provide an annual Finance Management Report, plus the next year’s
budget, for the overall MESCAL project and by country, according to the
requirement of the IUCN Oceania Management system and the German Government
under the MESCAL Project Contract.
· Represent MESCAL at relevant local and regional fora.
· Maintain linkages with the other regional and national projects,
dealing with coastal ecosystem and climate change related issues and
identify opportunities for partnership and collaboration with other
agencies, organizations and donors for extending the project to additional
countries in the region.
· Maintain linkages with , and contribute towards the IUCN Oceania
Regional Office’s Marine and other related Programmes.
Please note: The above TOR contains the main responsibilities and duties of
this position. However in an ever evolving organization such as IUCN, staff
members are expected to show flexibility in their approach to work and be
willing to undertake other tasks that are reasonably allocated to them but
which are no part of their regular TOR. Where any task becomes a regular
part of a staff member’s responsibilities, the TOR should be changed in
consultation between the manager, the staff member and the HR Unit. Any one
of the three may initiate the consultation.

SELECTION CRITERIA:
Education
Minimum of a postgraduate qualification in the field of natural resource
management, coastal ecology or related field, or an undergraduate degree in
one of these disciplines with extensive relevant experience in the
management of environment, fisheries or coastal zone.
Work Experience
· At least 10 years of relevant project management experience, with
at least five years’ experience in facilitating/managing coastal ecosystem
related projects at national and or regional levels, preferably in the
Pacific.
· Strong knowledge, qualifications and experience in mangrove
ecology would be highly desirable.

Competencies
· Demonstrated strong project planning and project management
experience, including financial management and monitoring and evaluation,
and in formulating and implementing field projects and programmes.
· Ability to exercise good judgment, think laterally and resolve
complex issues in a dynamic and changing environment.
· Excellent command of written and spoken English; demonstrated
ability for report writing and ability to communicate to a wide range of
audiences and cultures.
· Demonstrated excellent interpersonal and networking skills,
including the ability to work in a multi-cultural environment, and establish
effective working relationships both within and outside the organization.
· Computer skills, incl. internet navigation and various office
applications. A working knowledge of Microsoft Project Planner would be an
advantage.
· Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines.
· Time management skills.
· Initiative, passion and commitment to making a difference to the
future of Pacific Islands coastal communities.

The salary for this position is in accordance with the IUCN Regional Salary
Range.


APPLICATIONS

Applicants are requested to email their application (indicating the Position
title), Curriculum Vitae and the names of two referees no later than June
15th 2011 to ulamila.bulamaibau@iucn.org Applications will not be accepted
after the closing date.