Legal Intern UNHCR - United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees

Brussels, Belgium

Description of Internship:

• The proposed internship lasts for a period of six months and is unpaid.

Tasks/Responsibilities:

The intern will participate in the various activities of the Legal Unit of the Regional Representation for Western Europe. In particular s/he will contribute to the following tasks:

• Drafting reports;
• Country of origin research;
• Drafting responses to information requests relating to individual cases, asylum law and practice and country of origin information;
• Monitoring legislative and policy developments on asylum matters at the national (Luxembourg/Belgium) level.

Required Qualifications:

• Graduate (Bachelors degree essential, Masters degree desirable) in Law;
• Previous relevant experience in refugee matters or human rights preferred.

Essential:

• Excellent drafting skills in Dutch (native speaker) and English, with a working knowledge of French.

How to apply

Your CV and covering letter should be sent by midday, Thursday 15 December 2011 to: UNHCR Regional Representation for Western Europe, Legal Unit, 11B Rue Van Eyck, 1050 Bruxelles, Belgium, or by e-mail to belbr@unhcr.org. The internship commences 3 January 2012.

Representative in Brussels UECC

Union of European Chambers of Commerce and Industry for Transport

Brussels, Belgium

The Union of European Chambers of Commerce and Industry for Transport (UECC) is an association of more than 50 Chambers of Commerce and Industry in Germany, France, Luxemburg, the Netherlands, Austria and Switzerland. It represents the interests of roughly two million European companies in the field of European transport policy on waterways, rail, roads and in the air.

The UECC is looking for a personality that will represent its interests with European institutions and professional organisations in Brussels. The representative will transmit the positions of the UECC to the target groups within the European Commission, the European Council and the European Parliament. He or she will report to the president of the UECC and the chairman of its working group.

Professional background:

• Degree in transportation or logistics, law or economy with a focus on transport matters or similar topics, if possible at a university or polytechnic level (Master);
• At least five years of professional experience.

Networking in Brussels:

• Knowledge of the structures and procedures of the political institutions in Brussels (Commission, Council, Parliament), preferably in the field of transport policy;
• Integration in appropriate professional and political networks in Brussels.

Languages:

• English, German, and if possible French, oral and written.

Further expectations:

• Highly motivated person with outstanding performance;
• No other mandates in the transport sector;
• Ability to write and edit texts in the field of transport policy;
• Outgoing personality with networking experience;
• Initiative, independence;
• Willingness to work outside office hours.

General conditions:

• Working time required: about 20 hours per week;
• The mandate will be concluded for two years and may be prolonged;
• Start: 1st half of 2012;

Application Details:

Selected candidates will be interviewed in Brussels. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Please forward your application to: r.fueeg@uecc.org Deadline for submitting applications: 10 February 2012.

Data Research Analyst (English & German/French/Dutch) – Corporate Governance

MSCI Inc.

Brussels, Belgium

ABOUT MSCI Inc.

MSCI is a leading provider of investment decision support tools, we offer a range of products and services - including indices, portfolio risk and performance analytics, and governance tools - from a number of internationally recognized brands such as Barra, RiskMetrics, CFRA, FEA, ESG and ISS.

ISS Governance Services is a leader in proxy voting and corporate governance matters. We deliver corporate governance solutions that enhance the interaction between shareholders and companies, in order to help shareholders manage risk and drive value.

For further information on MSCI, please visit our web site at www.msci.com.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Review different country publications, financial web-sites to obtain proxy information on publicly traded companies in different markets;
• Update database with proxy information and update database with company, security and meeting related information;
• Develop market expertise in corporate governance, investment, and shareholder issues gathered through fundamental research and engagement with company executives, and government/regulatory/listing authorities;
• Contact companies to obtain proxy materials and other meeting related information;
• Code each resolution on a company’s annual general meeting agenda into a standardized format as requested;
• Gather data based on information in the company’s public documents;
• Analyze corporate governance practices of listed companies;
• Contribute to the research department through profiling of listed companies;
• Participate and conduct research to help policy formulation and update efforts;
• Update market guidelines and intelligence reports;
• Collaborate with other Data analysts on working committees and/or projects.

DESIRED EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Strong analytical ability and financial understanding of investment issues;
• Strong oral and written communication skills;
• Fluent in English and either German, French or Dutch with a good working knowledge of at least one of the other languages;
• Work independently and take initiatives but also a team player, able to cooperate with the other team members;
• Good eye for detail;
• Organized and structured mind to deal with large quantities of work and strict deadlines;
• Bachelors degree in Finance, Economics or equivalent through experience;
• Preferably 1 to 3 years of experience in corporate governance/investment analysis/research;
• Basic understanding of finance and capital markets.

Applicants' Note

If you are interested in the role please send your CV in English to Kata Oroszi: kata.oroszi@msci.com.

Due to the great number of applications we receive for each of our open vacancies, we are unable to respond on an individual basis.

Administrative Assistant FRENCH/Enlgish/Dutch is a +

FRENCH/Enlgish/Dutch is a +

FESE - Federation of European Securities Exchanges

Brussels, Belgium

The Federation of European Securities Exchanges (FESE) is recruiting an Administrative Assistant and offers a full time contract of one year as of January 2012. The holder of the post will give support to 3 Committees which includes the organisation of meetings and the support of the day-to-day work of the Secretariat.

Summary of the Job description

• Correspondence, check deadlines of incoming requests + process replies;
• Research, draft or abstract reports;
• Handle all telephone inquiries;
• Maintain calendar updated for meetings;
• Prepare agenda/documents in advance;
• Arrange meeting facilities;
• Prepare action minutes after meetings;
• Arrange travel, itinerary, trip file;
• Complete expense reports after trip;
• Welcome visitors;
• Update and manage our database;
• Order department supplies.

Applicants should have

• At least 2 years experience in an administrative position;
• Be able to work in a team and in a multicultural environment;
• Possess good organisational skills;
• Have the ability to meet strict deadlines;
• Be flexible;
• Possess excellent computer skills (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint);
• Have good written and spoken French and English.

This position is based in Brussels.

Please address your CV and motivation letter to Muriel Toiremol toiremol@fese.eu by 15 December 2011.

Gross salary: €1500

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.


FESE AISBL
Avenue de Cortenbergh, 52 B-1000 Brussels
VAT: BE0878.308.670
Tel.: +32 2 551 01 80 – Fax : +32 2 512 49 05

Administrative Assistant European Climate Foundation

European Climate Foundation

Brussels, Belgium

The European Climate Foundation aims to promote climate and energy policies that greatly reduce Europe’s greenhouse gas emissions and help Europe play an even stronger international leadership role in mitigating climate change.

The Regulatory Assistance Project (RAP) focuses on the sustainable development of the power and natural gas sectors. RAP provides research, analysis, and technical assistance to public officials globally on a broad range of issues in those sectors, including utility markets and regulation, energy efficiency, renewable resources, pricing, transmission and distribution, and intersections with carbon markets and policies.

Working from our Brussels office 50% for the European Climate Foundation (ECF) and 50% for The Regulatory Assistance Project (RAP)

Reports to: ECF's Office Manager, Brussels and RAP's EU Liaison officer.

Responsibilities

Specific tasks consist of, but are not limited to, the ones outlined below:

• Provide support to the RAP EU team, consisting of 8 people working from the USA, Berlin, Brussels, and the UK;
• Manage incoming and outgoing post (dispatching, forwarding, scanning and mailing);
• Manage reception and greeting visitors;
• Type, proof and edit correspondence, reports and other material;
• Draft routine correspondence for signature;
• Organize and prioritize large volumes of information;
• Manage general and electronic filing systems;
• Provide assistance setting up and coordinating workshops, conference calls, and conferences;
• Organize logistics for meetings in the office;
• Ensure maintenance of the facilities and office equipment;
• Order office and kitchen supplies;
• Handle travel arrangements / hotel bookings;
• Assist with travel reports, expense handling, and various record keeping requirements;
• Contact point for the cleaning company, the printer/copier (maintenance/repair) and other service companies;
• Assist ECF Office Manager in other ad hoc tasks and take part in special projects as assigned.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate should embody the following professional qualifications and personal attributes:

• Bachelor's Degree in business or other appropriate discipline, plus two years of relevant experience, or a combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skills have been acquired;
• Experience supporting senior level management staff;
• Strong planning, administrative, analytical and organizational skills;
• Ability to prioritize and juggle diverse tasks;
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including excellent grammar, proofreading, and spelling in English;
• Strong command of other European language(s) an asset;
• Ability to work well in a team and independently;
• Enthusiastic personality;
• Sense of humor;
• Ability to represent the organizations and deal effectively with a broad range of external individuals and organizations;
• Experience in organizing and coordinating meetings;
• Strong administrative and computer skills (Microsoft, Excel), experience with Mac is an asset;
• Knowledge of telephone and email protocol;
• Interest in and enthusiasm for environmental protection and energy matters an asset.

Start Date: Immediate

How to Apply

Interested candidates should e-mail a cover letter and a resume to employment@europeanclimate.org by December 19, 2011. In order to expedite the internal sorting and reviewing process, type the title of the position and your name (Last, First) as the only content in the subject line of your e-mail.

Please do not contact, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Secretary General European Parkinson's Disease Association

Brussels, Belgium

Organization

The European Parkinson’s Disease Association (EPDA), formed in 1992 is the only European Parkinson’s disease umbrella organisation. It represents 45 member organisations and advocates for the rights and needs of more than 1.2 million people with Parkinson’s and their families. Its vision is to enable all people with Parkinson’s in Europe to live a full life while supporting the search for a cure. The EPDA aims to achieve this by becoming the leading voice for Parkinson’s in Europe – providing innovative leadership, information and resources to national Parkinson’s associations, European policy makers, the treatment industry, healthcare professionals and the media. In achieving these aims, the EPDA hopes to raise the profile of Parkinson’s and enable people living with the disease to be treated effectively and equally throughout Europe.

Requirements

• A hardworking and dedicated professional with a genuine passion for partnership working, who is self motivated and can lead and manage others to achieve results;
• Flexible with an open mind and the ability to adapt to change;
• Strong team player who recognises and acknowledges the importance of each player’s role within the overall organisational plan;
• Excellent understanding of English with strong writing and presentation skills;
• Other languages would be beneficial;
• Experience of working within voluntary organisations or within the community;
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels i.e. Members of European Parliament, media, healthcare professionals and people with Parkinson’s etc;
• Lateral thinker - with the ability to make connections;
• Needs to be able to provide loyal support to the elected Board members while being responsive to their personalities, have the confidence to say 'No' when necessary, and to attend weekend Board meetings;
• Good sense of humour;
• Entrepreneurial experience would be an asset.

Key Skills

• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to influence others and communicate effectively at all levels, with a positive attitude, working to high professional standards;
• Strong collaborative skills with the ability (and experience) to raise income to support the organisation;
• Hardworking and conscientious with a confident nature and the ability to critically and objectively analyse issues and provide appropriate solutions;
• Ability to work both in a team and independently;
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, e-mail and the internet.

Responsibilities

• Business strategy, planning and direction;
• Political affairs and policy management;
• Raising income and financial control;
• Member organisation relations;
• Participation in external European congresses and meetings;
• Organisation of Board meetings (3 per annum);
• Annual General Assembly overall management.

Applicants' Note

Applicants must reside within the greater London area or Brussels and be willing to travel.

This freelance position commences Monday 2nd April 2012.

Fee: GBP 40,320 per annum.

Deadlines for applications: Friday 20th January 2012.

Applicants should send CV together with a covering letter by email to Lizzie Graham, Secretary General: lizzie@epda.eu.com.

Lawyer with Experience in Banking/Project Finance EIB

European Investment Bank

Luxembourg

Reference 3975

The EIB, the European Union’s bank is seeking to recruit for its General Secretariat and Directorate General for Legal Affairs (SG-JU) Legal Department, Operations (JU OPS) Spain, Portugal Division (ESPT) for its Luxembourgs Office a Lawyer with experience in Banking/Project Finance.

The Lawyer will assist the Head of Division, together with other legal advisers, in providing legal support to the operational directorates, in particular on projects for Portugal.

Accountabilities

The lawyer will carry out work relating to all tasks within the Division’s remit and will independently manage dossiers relating to traditional operations and will operate under the supervision of the Head of Division, whose instructions s/he will follow when dealing with complex dossiers and whose approval s/he will seek on fundamental or unusual matters.

S/he will:

• Create the legal framework for financing operations and guarantees (drafting, advisory support, conclusion of contracts and completion of all related legal formalities) and monitor these from a legal viewpoint;
• Manage contacts and negotiations;
• Liaise where necessary with external consultants and supervise their work;
• Complete the administrative formalities, including vis-à-vis clients (public institutions and private enterprises);
• Undertake research for and conduct legal studies on problems of law arising in connection with the Bank’s operations.

Qualifications

• The candidates should be qualified in Portuguese law and preferably also in common law;
• In the absence of the latter, they should have substantial experience with an international law firm;
• At least three years’ professional experience, preferably in the field of banking law, company law and/or structured and project financing;
• Very good knowledge of the Bank’s standard office tools;
• Excellent knowledge of written and spoken Portuguese and English and good knowledge of French;
• Knowledge of Spanish would be an asset.

Competencies

• Ability to analyse, summarise and solve problems;
• Ability to develop innovative legal solutions;
• Ability to draft rapidly and efficiently;
• Good interpersonal and negotiating skills;
• Ability to argue convincingly and achieve consensus among colleagues and third parties on legal issues;
• Team player;
• Good organisational skills and ability to prioritise (and meet deadlines).

Deadline for applications: January 3rd 2012.

For more details and to apply, please go to www.eib.org/jobs selecting reference 3975.

We believe that Diversity is good for our people and our business.
We promote and value diversity and inclusion among our staff and candidates; irrespective of their gender, age, nationality, race, culture, education and experience, religious beliefs, sexual orientation or disability.

Social Development Specialist EIB - European Investment Bank

Luxembourg

Reference 3976

The EIB, the European Union’s bank is seeking to recruit for the Projects Directorate (PJ) – Environment, Climate and Social Office Division (ECSO) at its headquarters in Luxembourg a Social Development Specialist.

The successful candidate will carry out social assessments of the Bank’s investment projects and programmes in accordance with EIB policies and procedures. S/he will support the further advancement of the Bank’s social development policies and operational guidelines, as they follow from the new EIB Statement of Environmental and Social Principles and Standards.

The post is integrated in a team of Social Development Specialists within ECSO. The team shares responsibility for the entire project and policy portfolio under the joint leadership of the Head of Division and the EIB Chief Environmentalist. The specialists are also part of the Social Working Group (SWG), dedicated to social issues within PJ.The post requires the ability and willingness to travel and to undertake on-site visits, as well as to engage with civil society.

The Social Development Specialist reports to the Head of Division and works with the relevant operational divisions, according to project needs. On horizontal policy issues, notably for the purpose of ensuring consistency of social assessments, s/he cooperates closely with the Chief Environmentalist.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist advice on social development issues pertaining to individual projects and programmes throughout the project cycle;
• Support the implementation and development of the social development policies and procedures of the Bank;
• In particular, participate in organising and delivering staff training and other awareness-raising events on social development topics.

Qualifications

• Masters degree in an appropriate field (e.g. in sociology, anthropology, social development practice, economics or another relevant discipline);
• At least five years of recent and relevant professional experience working in an international development and/or financial institution;
• A good understanding of social safeguards and social assessment methodologies and their application in a project/programme funding context;
• Familiarity with the main social safeguards and social development policies and practices of the major international financial institutions, and relevant EU policies;
• Familiarity with current approaches to sustainable development; a more specialised appreciation of and/or knowledge of particular issues therein (eg minority rights, gender, rights-based approach, conflict etc) would be an advantage;
• Demonstrated ability to work in inter-disciplinary contexts;
• Developing country experience;
• Experience of working with civil society;
• Ability to use standard computer tools;
• Excellent command of English or French, and a strong working knowledge of the other;
• Competence in other languages of the EU would be an advantage.

Competencies

• Excellent analytical skills with a practical approach to problem solving;
• Strong organisational skills;
• Good interpersonal skills;
• Strong team player;
• Very good oral and written communication skills;
• Ability to work under pressure.

Deadline for applications: January 8th 2012.

For more details and to apply, please go to www.eib.org/jobs selecting reference 3976.

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Administrative Assistant (part-time) EAEPC

European Association of Euro-Pharmaceutical Companies

Brussels, Belgium

For its Brussels office, situated at 150 Avenue d'Auderghem, the EAEPC is seeking an experienced administrative assistant on a part-time basis (20-25 hours per week).

The main functions of the role would include:

• Basic bookkeeping;
• Organisation of Board,
• Membership and working group meetings,
• Minute keeping,
• Maintenance of Secretariat diary,
• Membership compliance and communication and general office administration.

The successful candidate will be:

• A confident IT user with good numeracy and literacy skills;
• Experience of Winbooks accounting software would be an advantage, but full training will be given;
• Fluency in English a necessity, and other languages would be advantageous.

Note:

Remuneration according to experience.

Application:

Applications by email with CV and any references, if available, to Richard Freudenberg, Chief Executive, on rf@eaepc.org.

Leden Raad van Advies College voor de Rechten van de Mens

Utrecht, Netherlands

Referentienummer 3874

Hieronder volgt een eerste aanzet voor de formulering van profielen voor leden van de Raad van Advies (RvA) van het College voor de Rechten van de Mens (CRM). Het bestaat uit drie onderdelen:

• Een algemeen profiel voor de RvA als geheel. Hier worden eisen geformuleerd waar de RvA als collectief aan moet voldoen;
• Eisen die aan individuele leden van de RvA worden gesteld;
• Suggesties voor eisen die de RvA aan de voorzitter van de RvA kan stellen. Bij het formuleren van de profielen is steeds gewerkt vanuit de volgende ‘hoofdclusters’:

Bestuurlijke ervaring en strategisch inzicht, binding met maatschappelijk middenveld,inhoudelijke deskundigheid, opstelling (het vermogen om onafhankelijkheid en samenwerking te combineren) en adequate functievervulling.

1. Algemeen

• Leden van de RvA hebben binding met maatschappelijke organisaties die zich inzetten voor de bescherming van een of meer rechten van de mens, met organisaties van werkgevers- en werknemersorganisaties en/of of met organisaties uit kringen van de wetenschap;
• Leden van de RvA beschikken over een strategisch niveau van denken en handelen;
• Leden van de RvA kunnen inschatten welke risico’s zijn verbonden aan en welke resultaten zijn te verwachten van bepaalde geplande activiteiten;
• Leden van de RvA zijn divers en complementair qua kennis, ervaring en netwerken;
• Gezamenlijk hebben de leden van de RvA op hoofdlijnen een breed overzicht van alle facetten van mensenrechten (zowel nationaal als internationaal.

De RvA is zodanig samengesteld dat relevante ervarings- en deskundigheidsgebieden en de relatie met de werkterreinen zijn vertegenwoordigd, zoals:

• (internationale) ontwikkelingen op het terrein van mensenrechten;
• (internationale) ontwikkelingen op relevante juridische aspecten;
• kennis van bedrijfsvoering/ het functioneren van organisaties, inclusief financiële en HRM-aspecten;
• kennis van of ervaring met communicatie of public relations;
• kennis van (bestuurlijke) besluitvormingsprocessen;
• Gezamenlijk hebben de leden van de RvA een brede maatschappelijke binding en een functioneel netwerk;
• De (belangrijkste) stakeholders van het CRM herkennen zich in de samenstelling van de RvA;
• De samenstelling van de RvA is divers, in die zin dat er zoveel mogelijk spreiding is van maatschappelijke/culturele/levensbeschouwelijke/demografische/politieke achtergronden, deskundigheid en disciplines;
• Leden van de RvA opereren als collectief, maar ook onafhankelijk van en kritisch naar elkaar;
• De RvA voorziet adequaat in de advies- en klankbordfunctie ten behoeve van het CRM.

2. Individuele leden van de RvA

Voor de leden van de Raad van Advies gelden de volgende generieke vereisten:

• Aantoonbare ervaring met de missie, doelstellingen en/of ambitie van het CRM;
• Relevante algemene bestuurlijke/management kwaliteiten en ervaring;
• Een juist evenwicht tussen betrokkenheid en bestuurlijke afstand;
• Vermogen om zich op hoofdlijnen een oordeel te vormen over door het CRM voorgelegde aangelegenheden;
• Inzicht in en betrokkenheid en sensitiviteit bij de belangrijkste sociale vraagstukken, maatschappelijke ontwikkelingen en politiek/bestuurlijke verhoudingen op het gebied van mensenrechten (nationaal en internationaal);
• Brede interesse in het terrein van de (internationale) mensenrechten en (inter)nationale mensenrechten infrastructuur;
• Inbreng van specifieke deskundigheid is gewenst: inzicht in en gevoel voor de ontwikkelingen waarop de organisatie moet inspelen is noodzakelijk;
• Beschikken over een breed netwerk en de bereidheid dat netwerk in te zetten ten dienste van het College;
• Integere en onafhankelijke opstelling: zonder zakelijk belang en vrij van last en ruggespraak, primair gericht op het belang van de mensenrechten en het College;
• Vermogen om adviesfunctie individueel en in teamverband te vervullen;
• Voldoende tijd beschikbaar, waarbij rekening gehouden moet worden met de planning- en controlcyclus van het College.

3. Voorzitter van de RvA

De leden van de Raad van Advies kiezen zelf de voorzitter uit hun midden. Naast de vereisten zoals gesteld voor de leden van de Raad van Advies, is het wenselijk dat de

Voorzitter specifiek beschikt over:

• Vermogen om met autoriteit en natuurlijk gezag de voorzittersfunctie in de RvA te vervullen;
• Verbindende persoonlijkheid en relevante achtergrond om een leidende rol te vervullen bij de besluitvorming van de RvA;
• Inzicht en overzicht ten aanzien van de taken en functie van de RvA en het CRM;
• Zodanige eigenschappen en uitstraling, dat de voorzitter zo nodig extern een rol in het belang van het CRM kan vervullen;
• Beschikt over capaciteiten om een constructieve werkrelatie op te bouwen met (de voorzitter van) het CRM.

Functie eisen Raad van Advies

Bedrijfsprofiel College voor de Rechten van de Mens, Utrecht

Het (toekomstig) College voor de Rechten van de Mens zal ter uitvoering van de wettelijke opdracht tot bescherming en bevordering van de mensenrechten in Nederland:

• Onderzoek doen naar de bescherming van de rechten van de mens, waaronder het onderzoek dat nodig is voor het geven van een oordeel daarover zoals bedoeld in de gelijkebehandelingswetgeving;
• Adviseren, rapporteren en aanbevelingen doen;
• Stimuleren en coördineren van mensenrechteneducatie;
• Structureel samenwerken met maatschappelijke organisaties en met nationale, Europese en andere internationale instellingen en organisaties;
• Aansporen tot de ratificatie, implementatie en naleving van verdragen.

Indicatie salaris Raad van Advies

Inlichtingen over Raad van Advies

Gert-Jan Jongkind of zijn managementassistente Heidi Reijngoud 0348 457 050

Sollicitatie

Graag ontvangen wij uw motivatiebrief en curriculum vitae ter attentie van de heer mr. G.A. Jongkind, onder vermelding van referentienummer 3874.

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Trainee (Projects Directorate/JASPERS - Knowledge Economy, Energy and Waste Division)

The traineeship will take place in the EIB headquarters in Luxembourg or the JASPERS office in Warsaw, depending on the profile and preferences of the selected candidate.

Projects Directorate (PJ) - Knowledge Economy, Energy and Waste Division within the JASPERS Department

JASPERS (Joint Assistance to Support Projects in European Regions) is a partnership between the European Commission (DG Regional Policy), the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development, the European Investment Bank and the KfW, with the aim of helping the EU new Member States to better prepare infrastructure projects which are eligible for EU assistance.

Objective of traineeship:

Development of a guidance document to address State aid issues for energy, R&D and culture projects to be published in the JASPERS website for the benefit of potential project beneficiaries and their consultants.

Accountabilities

Under the guidance and supervision of an experienced energy engineer dealing with State aid issues in JASPERS and the support of other experts involved in the sector as well as in the R&D and culture sectors, the successful candidate will:

• Review existing methodological documents already prepared by JASPERS in relation to the matter as well as consultant reports and project assessments in order to draw the necessary lessons for the compilation of the guidance document.
• Review of relevant EU current legislation regarding State aid
• Discuss with JASPERS experts involved in the sector
• Prepare a draft State aid guidance document covering, among others, the following main aspects: (i) legal basis for determining State aid and general and sectoral guidance provided by the European Commission (DG-COMP) to clarify and solve State aid issues, (ii) recommended approach to address State aid for projects in the energy sector (including the different subsectors, like generation, transmission, district heating, gas pipelines and underground gas storage), (iv) recommended approach to address State aid for R&D projects (and in particular in terms of technology transfer), and (iii) recommended approach to address State aid for culture projects (and in particular in the case of construction of museums and convention centers)
• Upon agreement with the supervisor, discuss the draft guidance document with JASPERS experts involved in the sector
• Prepare a final version of the document for publication

Qualifications

• Ongoing or completed university studies in law, European studies, economics or finance areas to at least Bachelor degree level
• Basic knowledge with regards to State aid and/or Competition Law and interest in developing a career in a field where this subject may have some relevance
• Excellent knowledge of standard IT tools
• Excellent knowledge of written and spoken English, with knowledge of one or more languages of the countries under the responsibility of JASPERS being an advantage

Deadline for applications: 20/12/2011

Please read more on the EIB internship programme and consult the Provisions for In-service training

Trainee (Projects Directorate/JASPERS - Knowledge Economy, Energy and Waste Division)

Manager: Development

Manager: Development
Cane Supply Division

The main objectives of this position are to manage projects relating to the rehabilitation and development of land reform farms and to mentor emerging farmers during the land reform process. Reporting to the General Manager: Cane Supply, the successful candidate will be responsible for planning and managing projects, drafting business plans and budgets (as well as subsequent budget and cost management), and liaising and establishing relationships with external service providers (including managing contracts and contractors). He/she will, importantly, develop mentorship and development programmes for emerging farmers and monitor, evaluate and adapt these programmes, as well as manage the safety aspect for responsible projects.

As such, candidates should hold a tertiary qualification (Bachelor of Agricultural Management/BSc Agriculture), together with at least five years’ experience in an irrigated sugar farming environment. Experience in financial management, project management and mentoring or extension of emerging farmers is also essential, and knowledge of irrigation scheduling, systems and installation, cane agronomics and husbandry is imperative for success. Our ideal candidate is able to maintain composure in a high-pressure environment, boasts exceptional interpersonal skills and can transfer his/her knowledge effectively. Experience in working with MS Office, MS Projects and CanePro would be an added advantage.

Please mark your application clearly as “Manager: Development”.

Closing date: 8 December 2011

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Should you not have heard from us within 14 days of the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.

Facilities Superintendent TSB Sugar

Facilities Superintendent
Pongola Mill


The successful candidate will report to the General Manager and will be responsible for managing the Facilities Department (parks and gardens, civil maintenance, security, cleaning services and SHE coordination and reporting). Duties and functions include the following: • Facilitating internal and external SHE audits and action plans • Preparing SHE and business risk reports according to company guidelines • SHE training requirements and delivery in liaison with training • Managing various outsourced contracts for parks and gardens, civil maintenance, security services, SHE services and cleaning services in line with agreed contracts.


Applicants must be in possession of a National Diploma/degree in Environmental Health/Risk Management/Engineering/Security/Contract Management or equivalent qualification with a minimum of 5 years’ experience in industrial environmental management and/or SHE and/or contract administration. Excellent communication, planning and report-writing skills are essential, along with sound leadership and decision-making skills.

Closing date: 9 December 2011


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Should you not have heard from us within 14 days of the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.

Senior Finance Manager: Financial Operations

Senior Finance Manager: Financial Operations
Salary: R685 200 per annum (Level 13) (Ref. 3032)
Pretoria: Head Office

Requirements: BCom degree/National Diploma or relevant tertiary qualification with experience in financial management • At least 5 years’ experience at middle management level • Excellent written and verbal communication skills • Being innovative, proactive and decisive under pressure and solution orientated • Negotiating skills and management experience • Problem-solving skills and ability to be a self-starter • Ability to meet strict deadlines • Strong organisational and leadership skills • Ability to think strategically and innovatively • Knowledge of the Public Sector policies and regulations • Thorough knowledge of the PFMA, Treasury Regulations and Official Development Assistance (ODA) guidelines • Knowledge of BAS, LOGIS and PERSAL systems • Valid drivers licence.

Duties: • Provide weekly and monthly reports to the Executive Manager • Manage all creditors’ payment and ensure that creditors’ reconciliations are performed • Manage the travel agency’s account as well as Subsistence and Travel • Manage suspense accounts • Manage donor funding in accordance with ODA guidelines • Provide support to the auditors and management responses to audit queries and implement audit recommendations • Assist with the development, review and implementation of financial policies and procedures • Ensure that internal controls are in place • Manage human and other resources within the section and ensure compliance with Performance Management and Development Systems • Be responsible for managing all aspects related to creditors payments, donor funding, audit queries, travel agency’s account and S&T in the NPA. The person appointed in this position will be subject to security clearance and signing of a performance agreement.

Before you apply:
For applications to be accepted:

Applications must be submitted on a Z.83, obtainable from any Public Service Department, or www.npa.gov.za and must be completed in full. In full means both pages of the Z.83 must be completed and page 2 duly signed. If your Z.83 is not completed as prescribed above, your application will not be accepted.

Only e-mail, postal and hand-delivered applications will be accepted.

CVs without Z.83 will not be accepted.

Hand-written Z.83 and CVs must be completed in block letters, if not your application will not be accepted.

Each post has a different Reference Number. Applications without the correct Reference Number/without a Reference Number will not be processed.

If you apply for more than one post, you must please submit a different/separate application for each post. Applications with multiple posts and Reference Numbers will not be accepted.

Each post has a separate e-mail address. When you forward your application by e-mail, ensure that you forward it to the correct e-mail address. Applications forwarded to the wrong e-mail address will not be processed.

All applications must reach the NPA before the closing date. It is the sole responsibility of the applicant to ensure that their application(s) is with the NPA before the closing date. The NPA cannot be held responsible for postal or server delays. Late applications will not be processed. The NPA advises applicants that postal applications be forwarded by registered mail. E-mail boxes will be closed at midnight on the closing date.

General:

Candidates who forward their applications to the incorrect address will not be considered. Candidates must please complete the information in the correspondence contact details on page 1 of the Z83.

Applicants’ attention is drawn to the fact that the NPA uses an Electronic Response Handling System in respect of e-mailed applications. Please DO NOT telephonically contact the NPA directly after you have e-mailed your applications, to enquire if your application(s) have been received. If you have not received an acknowledgement of receipt within 3 weeks of the closing date, then you can contact the NPA.

Certified copies of qualifications need not to be included in your application(s) now. The certified copies will only be requested from the candidates who are short-listed for an interview.

Where an advertisement states that a valid driver’s licence is required, then please supply a certified copy of your licence.

The NPA reserves the right not to fill any particular position. If you do not hear from us within 3 months, please accept your application was unsuccessful.

The NPA is an equal opportunity, Employment Equity Employer. Disabled persons are encouraged to apply. In the filling of vacancies, the objectives of Section 195 (1) (i) of the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa, 1996 (Act 108 of 1996) and the Employment Equity Act, 1998 (Act 55 of 1998), will be taken into consideration.

On the Z.83, information is required in respect of race, gender and disability. Applicants are requested to complete these fields on the Z.83 because the NPA uses the information for Employment Equity purposes. Applicants are also requested to duly complete their ID numbers, name and surname information on the Z83.

Note: Successful candidates will be subjected to a security clearance at least up to a level of Top Secret. Appointment to these posts will be provisional, pending the issue of security clearance. If you cannot get a security clearance, your appointment will be re-considered/possibly be terminated.

Closing dates for applications: 12 December 2011 (applications will not be accepted after the closing date).

Manager: Organisational Development

Manager: Organisational Development (Change Management)
Salary: R434 505 per annum (Level 11) (Ref. 2034)
Pretoria: Head Office

Requirements: • B degree or diploma in Behavioural Sciences • At least 5 years’ experience in organisation development/HR role with significant exposure to leading and enabling major change programmes • Knowledge of change management principles and methodologies • Solid understanding of how people go through a change and the change process • Experience in project management approaches, tools and phases of the project lifecycle • Proven experience with large-scale organisational change effort • Experience in managing change projects and driving transformational change initiatives • Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal • Ability to coach and develop others • Results oriented • Excellent active listening skills • Problem solving and root cause identification skills • Team player and able to work with and through others • Influential with ability to move others towards common vision or goal • Driver’s licence.

Duties: • Develop frameworks and guidelines for organisational change management process and provide effective coaching to management and employees • Develop a change management strategy based on a situational awareness of the details of the change and the groups being impacted by the change • Identify potential people side risks and anticipated points of resistance, and develop specific plans to mitigate or address the concerns • Diagnose employee resistance to change and help employees transition through the change process • Conduct readiness assessments, evaluate results and present findings in a logical and easy to understand manner • Develop a set of actionable and targeted change management plans, including communication plan, sponsor roadmap, coaching plan, training plan and resistance management plan • Be an active and visible coach to executives sponsoring the change initiatives • Create and manage measurement systems to track adoption, utilisation and proficiency of individual changes • Create and enable reinforcement mechanisms and celebrations of success • Work with project teams to integrate change management activities into the overall project plan • Work with colleagues in HRM&D and other stakeholders, including communication in the formulation of particular plans and activities to support project • Develop and implement equality and diversity strategies and forge successful partnerships with a wide range of stakeholders.

Before you apply:
For applications to be accepted:

Applications must be submitted on a Z.83, obtainable from any Public Service Department, or www.npa.gov.za and must be completed in full. In full means both pages of the Z.83 must be completed and page 2 duly signed. If your Z.83 is not completed as prescribed above, your application will not be accepted.

Only e-mail, postal and hand-delivered applications will be accepted.

CVs without Z.83 will not be accepted.

Hand-written Z.83 and CVs must be completed in block letters, if not your application will not be accepted.

Each post has a different Reference Number. Applications without the correct Reference Number/without a Reference Number will not be processed.

If you apply for more than one post, you must please submit a different/separate application for each post. Applications with multiple posts and Reference Numbers will not be accepted.

Each post has a separate e-mail address. When you forward your application by e-mail, ensure that you forward it to the correct e-mail address. Applications forwarded to the wrong e-mail address will not be processed.

All applications must reach the NPA before the closing date. It is the sole responsibility of the applicant to ensure that their application(s) is with the NPA before the closing date. The NPA cannot be held responsible for postal or server delays. Late applications will not be processed. The NPA advises applicants that postal applications be forwarded by registered mail. E-mail boxes will be closed at midnight on the closing date.

General:

Candidates who forward their applications to the incorrect address will not be considered. Candidates must please complete the information in the correspondence contact details on page 1 of the Z83.

Applicants’ attention is drawn to the fact that the NPA uses an Electronic Response Handling System in respect of e-mailed applications. Please DO NOT telephonically contact the NPA directly after you have e-mailed your applications, to enquire if your application(s) have been received. If you have not received an acknowledgement of receipt within 3 weeks of the closing date, then you can contact the NPA.

Certified copies of qualifications need not to be included in your application(s) now. The certified copies will only be requested from the candidates who are short-listed for an interview.

Where an advertisement states that a valid driver’s licence is required, then please supply a certified copy of your licence.

The NPA reserves the right not to fill any particular position. If you do not hear from us within 3 months, please accept your application was unsuccessful.

The NPA is an equal opportunity, Employment Equity Employer. Disabled persons are encouraged to apply. In the filling of vacancies, the objectives of Section 195 (1) (i) of the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa, 1996 (Act 108 of 1996) and the Employment Equity Act, 1998 (Act 55 of 1998), will be taken into consideration.

On the Z.83, information is required in respect of race, gender and disability. Applicants are requested to complete these fields on the Z.83 because the NPA uses the information for Employment Equity purposes. Applicants are also requested to duly complete their ID numbers, name and surname information on the Z83.

Note: Successful candidates will be subjected to a security clearance at least up to a level of Top Secret. Appointment to these posts will be provisional, pending the issue of security clearance. If you cannot get a security clearance, your appointment will be re-considered/possibly be terminated.

Closing dates for applications: 12 December 2011 (applications will not be accepted after the closing date).

Senior Specialist: Enterprise Performance Management

Senior Specialist:
Enterprise Performance Management
Salary: R434 505 per annum (Level 11) (Ref. 2035)
• DDPP: Thohoyandou

Requirements: • Relevant B degree or National Diploma in Management • Certificate in Strategic Management or Operations Management from an accredited institution • At least 3 years’ experience in the collation, analysis and interpretation of organisational performance information as well as report writing • Sound knowledge of the balanced scorecard methodology • Thorough knowledge of performance management practices and prescripts in the Government sector • Ability to monitor and evaluate performance in line with business or annual plans, strategic plans and project initiatives • Advanced computer literacy especially in Excel • Excellent interpersonal communication skills.

Duties:• Assist the Senior Manager: Enterprise Performance Management in the overall management of the enterprise performance • Develop KPA and KPI for business units • Assist all business units in the development of the business plans and monitoring and evaluation of the performance in terms thereof • Assist in monitoring the execution of the Strategy • Assist in managing the performance information • Assist in coordinating the development and maintenance of appropriate management information systems pertaining to Enterprise Performance Management.

Before you apply:
For applications to be accepted:

Applications must be submitted on a Z.83, obtainable from any Public Service Department, or www.npa.gov.za and must be completed in full. In full means both pages of the Z.83 must be completed and page 2 duly signed. If your Z.83 is not completed as prescribed above, your application will not be accepted.

Only e-mail, postal and hand-delivered applications will be accepted.

CVs without Z.83 will not be accepted.

Hand-written Z.83 and CVs must be completed in block letters, if not your application will not be accepted.

Each post has a different Reference Number. Applications without the correct Reference Number/without a Reference Number will not be processed.

If you apply for more than one post, you must please submit a different/separate application for each post. Applications with multiple posts and Reference Numbers will not be accepted.

Each post has a separate e-mail address. When you forward your application by e-mail, ensure that you forward it to the correct e-mail address. Applications forwarded to the wrong e-mail address will not be processed.

All applications must reach the NPA before the closing date. It is the sole responsibility of the applicant to ensure that their application(s) is with the NPA before the closing date. The NPA cannot be held responsible for postal or server delays. Late applications will not be processed. The NPA advises applicants that postal applications be forwarded by registered mail. E-mail boxes will be closed at midnight on the closing date.

General:

Candidates who forward their applications to the incorrect address will not be considered. Candidates must please complete the information in the correspondence contact details on page 1 of the Z83.

Applicants’ attention is drawn to the fact that the NPA uses an Electronic Response Handling System in respect of e-mailed applications. Please DO NOT telephonically contact the NPA directly after you have e-mailed your applications, to enquire if your application(s) have been received. If you have not received an acknowledgement of receipt within 3 weeks of the closing date, then you can contact the NPA.

Certified copies of qualifications need not to be included in your application(s) now. The certified copies will only be requested from the candidates who are short-listed for an interview.

Where an advertisement states that a valid driver’s licence is required, then please supply a certified copy of your licence.

The NPA reserves the right not to fill any particular position. If you do not hear from us within 3 months, please accept your application was unsuccessful.

The NPA is an equal opportunity, Employment Equity Employer. Disabled persons are encouraged to apply. In the filling of vacancies, the objectives of Section 195 (1) (i) of the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa, 1996 (Act 108 of 1996) and the Employment Equity Act, 1998 (Act 55 of 1998), will be taken into consideration.

On the Z.83, information is required in respect of race, gender and disability. Applicants are requested to complete these fields on the Z.83 because the NPA uses the information for Employment Equity purposes. Applicants are also requested to duly complete their ID numbers, name and surname information on the Z83.

Note: Successful candidates will be subjected to a security clearance at least up to a level of Top Secret. Appointment to these posts will be provisional, pending the issue of security clearance. If you cannot get a security clearance, your appointment will be re-considered/possibly be terminated.

Closing dates for applications: 12 December 2011 (applications will not be accepted after the closing date).

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Senior Hydropower expert

Senior Hydropower expert - Mozambique

Ref : MOZ/10/022 - for the project "Renewable energy for the rural development"
Closing date : 18-12-2011

• Location:Maputo - Mozambique
• Duration of the contract: 42 months
• Probable starting date: as soon as possible
• Monthly salary package:between 5.299,56 euro and 7.500,22 euro (this includes the gross monthly salary and the expat benefits: hardship allowance and expat allowance). The salary is calculated, depending on the composition of the family and the number of years of relevant experience.
• Procedure: Apply not later than December 18th 2011 with our Standard CV and a letter of motivation. If you have any additional question, please contact us at +32 (0)2 505 18 65.

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International Sector Expert Pedagogy (co-manager)

International Sector Expert Pedagogy (co-manager) - Uganda

Ref : UGA/09/020-2B - For the follow-up of the intervention: "Improving the training of BTVET technical teachers/instructors and health tutors, and secondary teachers"
Closing date : 31-12-2011

• Location: Kampala, Uganda
• Duration of the contract:5 years
• Probable starting date: beginning of 2012
• Monthly salary package: between 5.299,56 euro and 7.500,22 euro (this includes the gross monthly salary and the expat benefits: hardship allowance and expat allowance). The salary is calculated, depending on the composition of the family and the number of years of relevant experience.
• Procedure: Apply not later than December 31st 2011 with our Standard CV. If you have any further question, you can contact us at +32 (0)2 5051865.

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Health sector budget support advisor

Health sector budget support advisor - Uganda

Ref : UGA/09/022-1B -
Closing date : 07-12-2011

• Location: Uganda, Kampala
• Duration of the contract: 14 months
• Probable starting date: as soon as possible
• Monthly salary package: between 5.299,56 euro and 7.500,22 euro (this includes the gross monthly salary and the expat benefits: hardship allowance and expat allowance). The salary is calculated, depending on the composition of the family and the number of years of relevant experience.
• Procedure: Apply not later than December 7th 2011 with the Standard CV of the BTC. If you have any additional question, don't hesitate to contact us at +32 (0)2 505 18 65.

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Mali Expert in organisational and institutional development, co-manager

In view of the the further development of its activities the BTC is currently looking for a (m/f):

Expert in organisational and institutional development, co-manager - MALI

For the institutional Support Project for the Ministry of Livestock and Fishery (MEP)

Ref.: MLI/11/040-1

Location: Bamako, Mali Duration of the contract: 36 months Probable starting date: as soon as possible Monthly salary package: between 5.299,56 euro and 7.500,22 euro (this includes the gross monthly salary and the expat benefits: hardship allowance and expat allowance). The salary is calculated, depending on the composition of the family and the number of years of relevant experience.

Project:

The Institutional Support Project (PAI) for the Ministry of Livestock and Fisheries (MEP) in Mali is part of the 2009-2012 Indicative Cooperation Programme, which aims at fostering redistributive growth and poverty reduction, this by encouraging productive sectors and to consolidate public sector reforms.

The cooperation between Belgium and Mali is programme-based and embedded in the sector strategies of Mali, which apply both to support at the central level (policy/strategy) and at the local level (operational). For the rural development sector, the Belgian Development Cooperation targets livestock and fisheries as priorities.

The government of Mali, along with the technical and financial partners, has been engaged since the end of 2008 in transiting to a sector approach for the agricultural and rural sector. Such a sector approach requires an agricultural development policy, which integrates and aligns the sub sector policies, strategies and programmes, and the translation thereof in a 10-year investment programme, which covers the existing and missing financial needs of the sub sectors.

This institutional support project therefore comes at a time that the policy for the rural development sector in general and the two sub sectors (livestock and fisheries) are quickly evolving. In order to make most of the opportunities that this sector approach can offer, the Ministry of Livestock and Fisheries must develop its capacities to deliver quality products (sub sector policies and strategies, collecting and updating statistical data, programming, monitoring and evaluation of activities, etc.) and at the same time it must improve its coordination and communication capacities within the sub sectors.

The General Objective of the project is “Making Mali a sub regional agricultural power, where the livestock and fisheries sub sectors are a motor for the national economy that ensures food security for the urban and rural populations by generating significant employment and revenue within a sustainable and environment-friendly framework.“

The specific objective of the project is: “The functioning of the Ministry of Livestock and Fisheries is improved and in particular the services to support the sub sector policy, the coordination and the monitoring and evaluation are operational and effective.” The results targeted for this project are the following: 1. The Ministry of Livestock and Fisheries has two policy documents for the two sub sectors (livestock and fisheries) and improved capacity to develop operational strategies; 2. The Ministry of Livestock and Fisheries has set up internal and external coordination mechanisms with the technical and financial partners and the other state and non-governmental actors in the sub sectors; 3. The Ministry of Livestock and Fisheries has a functional and appropriate system to collect and update statistical data on the two sub sectors (livestock and fisheries); 4. The Ministry of Livestock and Fisheries has a more effective functional structure to achieve its public prosecution duties. The project will last 36 months (2012-2014) and will fall under General Secretariat of the Ministry of Livestock and Fisheries, with a team consisting of a national manager, a co-manager (expert in institutional support), an international expert in collecting and monitoring data (24 months), a national expert in monitoring and evaluation / collecting and monitoring data, and an administrative and financial officer as well as supporting staff.

This institutional development project of the Ministry of Livestock and Fisheries must deliver both concrete results like quality products (for instance, policy papers) and organisational learning results: A learning organisation culture will be fostered in order to establish information and knowledge sharing dynamics within the Ministry. The project will develop concrete and practical relations between the central, strategic level of the Ministry of Livestock and Fisheries, and the various implementation points in the field, namely the other projects supported by the various technical and financial partners, the Belgian Development Cooperation among others, in the sub sectors.

Support by the project will take several forms, such as training, coaching, facilitation, studies or practical assistance. The basic principle is that an activity must always include an element of organisational learning. So, when preparing a support activity, the project will systematically look at what the organisation would like to learn through the activity, in order to improve the performance of the Ministry of Livestock and Fisheries in performing other similar activities.

Function:

While under the administrative authority of the Resident Representative of BTC in Bamako, the International Technical Assistant will be assigned to the general secretariat of the Ministry of Livestock and Fisheries and closely work with all directorates of the Ministry. The co-managing International Technical Assistant’s main role will be: · Managing, jointly with the national manager, the daily technical, financial and administrative aspects of the institutional support project at the Ministry of Livestock and Fisheries; · Facilitating the development of institutional and organisational capacities at the Ministry of Livestock and Fisheries to actually have it achieve its public prosecution duties; · Facilitating competence development (daily work) of staff at the Ministry of Livestock and Fisheries in planning, budgeting, monitoring and evaluation, capitalisation and policy writing. More in particular, the International Technical Assistant’s role will be one of support and consultancy and of coaching. In conformity with the descriptions given in the Technical and Financial File of the project and in compliance with the guidelines from the Joint Local Consultative Body, he/she will mainly be responsible for: · Supervising, jointly with the national manager, all activities of the institutional support project, ensuring that the project’s strategy is coherent and that the activities are technically, administratively and financially well-run; · Being a motor for the consultative liaison between the Ministry of Livestock and Fisheries and the technical and financial partners, in particular for the development of the new PDA for the whole sector, for the definition of the livestock and fisheries sub sector policies, for the annual planning of the activities of the Ministry of Livestock and Fisheries and for the installation of a methodology to collect and update the statistical data; · Contributing to boosting the internal reform processes at the Ministry (such as introduction of MfDR) by proposing participatory methods to ensure staff takes on ownership of the processes; · Training the executives of the Ministry in information management and internal communication; · Coordinating the planned training sessions, both technically and with regards to the management with various directorates that have to participate in the training; · Contributing to the development and the assessment of the technical reports and activity reports that are submitted to him/her, by giving all necessary advice for these reports to respond to the expectations of interested parties and to be finalised on time; · Supervising the preparation of all financial and technical project reports for the Joint Local Consultative Body (JLCB) and participating to the JLCB meetings; · Ensuring that the gender and environmental aspects are mainstreamed in the project and that staff are trained and sensitised in these matters; · Contributing to the organisation of support and final evaluation missions as well as to the administrative and financial closing operations of the Institutional Support Project/Ministry of Livestock and Fisheries; · Providing technical support for the preparation of the Terms of Reference for all studies financed by the Institutional Support Project/Ministry of Livestock and Fisheries.

Profile:

Qualification: · A university degree that is relevant for this position.

Experience: · Experienced executive, with a good knowledge of the functioning of the state and in particular of the institutional context in French-speaking countries in West Africa; · International professional experience of 10 years in rural development, with 5 years experience in institutional development; · Experience in institutional support and organisational capacity development of state instances in Africa, with relevant experience in the development of policies, programming, budgets, monitoring & evaluation and sector reforms; · Experience in the management of externally financed projects/programmes, including public contract award procedures.

Other: · Mastery of planning – monitoring & evaluation processes within national sector plans, in particular within a budget-programme/MTEF (Medium Term Expenditure Framework) approach, in rural development; · Knowledge of the livestock and fisheries sub sectors in Africa; · Knowledge of the mainstreaming of transversal themes (especially gender and the environment) in interventions is an asset; · Mastery of facilitation methods for consultative structures and coaching of executives who manage public services; · Knowledge of human resources management is an asset; · Good communication skills, skills in sharing know-how and relational skills; · Strong at working in a multicultural and multidisciplinary context; · Fluent in French with excellent report writing skills, as well as excellent computer literacy (Word, Excel, Powerpoint...)

How to apply:

Interested?

Please apply not later than December 31st 2011, through our web site www.btcctb.org. Use our Standard CV and a letter of motivation to apply. You can find the model of our Standard CV on the page Jobs of our website. If you have any additional question, don’t hesitate to contact us at +32 (0)2/505 18 65.

Thailand Programme Officer (Interim)

Programme Officer (Interim)

Based in Bangkok, Thailand

Temporary 6 month contract for maternity cover

National Post - THB 47,112 to 52,000 gross per month

Oxfam Great Britain Asia Region

Oxfam GB is a leading aid, development, and campaigning charity with a worldwide reputation for excellence and over 60 years of experience. Our purpose is to work with others to overcome suffering and find lasting solutions to poverty. As an organisation Oxfam is committed to gender equity and putting women’s rights at the heart of all we do. We believe in empowerment and are an accountable and inclusive organisation. Be part of our dynamic new Region – Oxfam GB Asia.

The Role

As a team member of Thailand programme, you will work with the team and partners in managing projects – project cycle management (sustainable agriculture in relation to climate change, food security and women economic leadership) and monitor relevant policies that impact the poor communities in Thailand for providing policy analysis. Taking part in the campaign on economic justice, you will actively look for opportunities for effective lobbying, as well as build up partnerships and alliances to ensure public mobilization, advocacy and campaigning.

The Requirements

To succeed, you’ll be able to draw on three years’ of experience in project management in the above field with good knowledge and understanding of climate change adaptation. You’ll have to build up a good understanding of international development policy issues that impact both at national and regional level. Understanding and ability to work with partners and community is a must. English and strong report writing skills are essential. Ability to travel in the country and outside the country.

About Oxfam

A simple, inescapable truth underlines everything we do at Oxfam. There’s enough wealth in this world to go around. It’s not unfortunate that people live in poverty. It’s unjustifiable. It’s not their problem. It’s ours too. And with the right support, we can beat poverty and injustice. Thousands of people already commit their time and talents to our campaigning, humanitarian and long-term development projects. Now we’re looking for yours.

How to apply:

How to apply

To find out more details and apply: please visit our website www.oxfam.org.uk/jobs using the job reference number INT5057. The closing date: 17th December 2011.

Oxfam is committed to equal opportunities and diversity. We welcome and encourage applicationms from women, minority and under-represented groups.

Indonesia Regional Technical Vocational Education & Training Specialist

Region: Asia Regional Office Programme Department Location: This position could be based in the Country Office in India, Vietnam, Thailand or Indonesia Reports To: Deputy Regional Director, Programmes Closing Date: Sunday 18th December 2011 3 year contract

The salary range for this role will be US$40–50,000 per annum depending on experience. This is an accompanied position and full expat benefits will be available.

Working in 50 developing countries across Africa, Asia and the Americas, Plan aims to reach as many children as possible, particularly those who are excluded or marginalised with high quality programs that deliver long lasting benefits by increasing its income, working in partnership with others and operating effectively

The purpose of this position is to provide regional leadership and strategic direction for Plan’s Technical Vocational Education & Training programmes in the Asia region. The post holder will be responsible for facilitating the development of Plan’s strategy for TVET in Asia with a particular emphasis on supporting the replication of market oriented TVET models such as ‘Livelihood Advancement Business School’(LABS) and other similar approaches to livelihood enhancement for young people. He/she will serve as the region’s principal point of contact for TVET providing regular technical guidance to at least 4 donor funded programs and strategic support to another 6 to 7 country programs who seek to scale up their TVET programs. This will entail supporting the overall design, development, monitoring and evaluation of Plan’s TVET programmes. In addition to this the incumbent will also be responsible for promoting organizational learning, facilitating resource acquisition, providing technical guidance to scale up and sustain TVET programs and representing Plan with donors as well as in regional and global forums.

Dimensions of Role: •As an expert in the area, the Regional TVET Specialist influences Plan’s decision makers -the regional management team, country management teams, country programme teams - on quality TVET programming, and provides overall quality assurance for 4 donor funded TVET programs and strategic support to another 6 to 7 of the 14 country programmes in the Asia region.
•The total regional budget for TVET interventions is approx. USD 2 million per year, but is anticipated to grow substantially. The current annual operational budget for the Regional TVET Specialist covers travel costs, annual network meetings and representation at regional and global conferences; however, the Regional TVET Specialist is expected to secure further multi-year funding for regional, multi-country and country initiatives to expand TVET programming in Asia.

Typical Responsibilities - Key End Results of Position: •A comprehensive TVET strategy for Asia will be developed within 12 months, including sub-strategies such as ICT4V, scaling up, funding strategy and organizational sustainability; •Plan’s TVET approach to be fully documented and replicated in at least 6 countries; •Standardized M&E systems will be in place providing common performance indicators which demonstrate meaningful impact to both the youth who participate in the program and employers who recruit the program graduates •Tools will be developed for market scans in order to identify appropriate local employment sectors with sufficient demand for the skills that have been acquired; developing strategy and tools for identification and selection of suitable local training and business partners; ICT4V tools to compliment and enhance traditional face to face teaching methodology, develop cost-effective scaling up model and develop mechanism for following the alumni etc.; •Research and baseline studies as well as midterm and final evaluations will be completed; •New donors will be identified so that investment in TVET interventions for the Asia region are double and program is scaled up in country as well as in the region from 4 to 10 countries in 3 years; •Strategic and operational partnerships will be established at the country, regional and global level; •Country and partner organizational capacity will be assessed and action plans developed to address knowledge and skills gaps; •Country Offices will be provided with technical support to ensure quality program design and its implementation; •Internal/external organizational learning and a knowledge management system is in place to enable Plan to build on the wealth of programme experiences and improve the overall quality of TVET programmes; •Documentation is accessible and disseminated internally and externally through user-friendly and user-oriented channels; •Plan is known as a key player in TVET by donors, businesses and communities of practice; and •Plan’s is represented at national, regional and international forums.

Dealing with Problems: •The Regional TVET Specialist will be responsible for providing technical support across a range of country operating environments throughout the Asia region, some of which have very well developed TVET programmes already in place; •He/she will provide overall country and regional management quality assurance and monitor that programs are appropriately designed, program quality standards and targets are being met, and the right partners have been identified; •He/she will serve as the region’s principal point of contact for regional and multi-country funding arrangements and will support country office relationships with donors as appropriate; •He/she will also ensure that Plan’s Child Centred Community Development and Child Protection principles are built into programmes including Plan’s special focus on marginalized groups (especially girls and other excluded groups; and, that there are appropriate linkages with other programmes undertaken by Plan.

Communications and Working Relationships: •Influence the country programme teams and management on the formulation and implementation of TVET programmes; •Network with regional level key players (including donors, strategic and organizational partners) in the field of TVET to increase Plan’s visibility in the area; and, •Foster exchange platforms for the network of TVET Specialists in the region in order to ensure sharing of lessons learned and adoption of best practices across the region.

Knowledge, Skills, Behaviours, and Experience Required to Achieve Role’s Objectives: Knowledge •Proven knowledge of the latest issues, research, policy and practice in TVET programming in a range of contexts. knowledge of Livelihoods Advancement Business School (LABS) methodology will be a plus •Senior professional qualification on TVET and/or related area •Up-to-date on latest M&E frameworks, baseline studies and evaluation models •Knowledge of ICT integration in education programs and proficiency in the use of ICT •Knowledge of the Asian context would be desirable

Skills •Demonstrated managerial or senior level technical advisory expertise in the design, implementation and evaluation in TVET •Experience in the development of workable guidelines and standards •Demonstrated facilitation and training experience •Influencing, representational and advocacy skills •Excellent communication skills operating at a distance and across a wide variation in cultures

Attitude •Self motivated •Culturally sensitive •Flexible, adaptive while maintaining the big picture •Inclusive of others: gender sensitivity and inclusion of those with special needs is central to effective TVET

Physical Environment and Demands: •Frequent travel within and outside the region (50%).

Languages •Excellent written and spoken English required

References and background checks will be carried out in conformity with Plan’s Child Protection Policy.

Plan operates an equal opportunity policy which recognises the value of a diverse workforce.

How to apply:

To apply, please send your CV and a covering letter detailing your salary requirements and quoting reference AR030 to recadmin@plan-international.org