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Branch operations manager Standard Chartered Bank - Tanzania

1. Ensure provision of efficient/effective back office and branch operations, health & safety and issues associated with both branch assets and equipment and staff.
2. To undertake periodic self-assessment on key controls to assess the proper functioning and adequacy of existing controls.
3. Assist in coordinating, facilitating and promoting understanding of operational risk and in implementation and management of operation risk within the Unit.

Key Roles & Responsibilities


• Custodian of Key Register
• Ensure reconciliation of Suspense Accounts
• Processing of Branch expenses
• Monitor branch security and maintenance
• Maintain records of Contactors and Overall Maintenance of Bank Assets
• Oversee receipt and despatch mail to/from various points including statements
• Supervise back office processing.
• Ensure availability of required stationeries and equipment
• Verify local and international outward Telegraphic Transfer messages
• Perform Call Backs on TT and Inward Clearing items
• Test and authorise payment for local inward Telegraphic Transfers
• Plan and manage staff administration issues for support staff (i.e. local leave, training, Dept staff rotation)
• Ensure timely submission of reports to Head Office

• Ensure accuracy and timeliness of delivery of B/O and mail to respective departments
• Review the branch and prepare monthly KRI and to adhere to the agreed KCSA plans and
approaches
• To maintain proper record keeping on all KCSA and KRI related activities
• To maintain independence in the conduct of KCSA, i.e. not selecting and reviewing sample of self-performed transactions.
• Ensure recoveries are appropriate Bank Interest and Commissions
• BCP custodian and safe custodianship.
• Ensure prompt dispatch of foreign cheques purchased (CPs) and Outward Bills for Collection
• Co-Custodian of Vault Cash
• Custodian of CCTV, branch security, maintenance and healthy and safety.
• Ensure that the Money Laundering requirements are followed as follows:-
a) Take all reasonable steps to verify and identify customers, including performing Quality Assurance on
accounts opened, and the general CDD issues
b) Retain adequate records of identification, account opening and transactions and ensure timely despatch of customer mandates to Central Filing Unit (CFU) per SLA
c) Make/assist to effective reporting of suspicious transactions using the right internal channels
d) Raise awareness of Money Laundering prevention by training all staff
• Carry out any responsibilities as may be assigned from time to time.
• Ensure smooth work flow between HUB and Branch
• Ensure all AOF dispatched to Hub and acknowledgment of the same in place
• To report Unit's operational risk issues and losses to UORM
• To assist UORM in developing and updating of procedures, controls and monitoring plans for Operational Risk Management
• Act as operation risk coordinator for the branch
• To identify and report all exceptions on non compliance with standard controls
• To identify and report all weaknesses inherent in the standard controls
transactions
• Act as a link around the branch, spoke and hub
• Manage service delivery, to review output of tellers, customer service officers and enquiries to ensure adherence to branch standards. To manage / recommend workflow changes, where appropriate, for greater efficiency.
• Ensure counter services key control standards are adhered to and custodian of complaint handling process.
• Ensure account proper process is followed on account closing
• Ensure proper handling of customer new ATM cards as well as ATM Captured cards

Qualifications & Skills


• University Degree or its equivalent
• At least 2 years banking experience computer literate
• Knowledge and ability to operate/eBBS & PC skills

How To Apply


You can search and view current opportunities across our organisation and apply immediately by registering or logging in to our careers website www.standardchartered.com/careers. To help speed up your application, please note the following:

- You will need to log in (or register if you are visiting our careers site for the first time) before you can apply for a specific role

- Some roles may require you to undertake an online talent assessment in addition to completing the application form (to facilitate this process it is preferable that you provide us with an email address as part of your contact information)
- We will ask you about your education, career history and skills and experience, it may be helpful to have this information to hand when completing your application

It usually takes 15 - 20 minutes to complete the application form; you can save your application at any time and return to complete it at your convenience.

Diversity & Inclusion


Standard Chartered is committed to diversity and inclusion. We believe that a work environment which embraces diversity will enable us to get the best out of the broadest spectrum of people to sustain strong business performance and competitive advantage. By building an inclusive culture, each employee can develop a sense of belonging, and have the opportunity to maximise their personal potential.

Additional Information

Posted:
March 19, 2012
Type:
Full-time
Experience:
Not Applicable
Functions:
Information Technology
Industries:
Banking
Employer Job ID:
324057
Job ID:
2731258
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General Manager Vasso Agroventures

Vasso Agroventure Ltd poduces cuttings of ornamental plants for the Dutch Horticulture.

Vasso Agroventures Ltd expects a further growth in the coming years from the present 5 hectares Greenhouses to 10 hectares.

The General Manager Ltd is expected to optimise present production, and to plan and execute further growth. Over 400 Employees are working on the farm the Philosofy of the Company is that our workers are our engine for further growth. Appart from applying horticultural techniques, and financial responsibilty, the GM is responisble for the further development of production teams.

Desired Skills & Experience

Candidate must have several years of experience in Horticultural Production, and is familiar with the industry in Holland.

Company Description

Vsso Aroventures Ltd was established in 2003, the clients are the leading growers of potplants in Holland. The Company is situated at 10 kilometers from Moshi at the slopes of the Kilimanjaro.

This location guarantees an ideal climate for production various types of cuttings for both indoor plants as for Chrysanthemum and Pelargonium Cuttings

Additional Information

Posted:
March 17, 2012
Type:
Full-time
Experience:
Executive
Functions:
Management
Industries:
Food Production
Compensation:
Monthly Salary
Referral Bonus:
  • Based on output
Job ID:
2725092
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Contract Manager Millicom International Cellular - Tanzania

As the Contract Manager you will be responsible for drafting, evaluation, negotiation and execution of all contracts. You will be also involved in developing and implementing procedures for contract management as well as operational performance indicators against contracts and take action as needed. This position will work to ensure negotiated savings and deliveries reach bottom line by avoiding or solving mainly contractual issues with our largest suppliers.

Desired Skills & Experience

We will be looking for candidates with at least 5 to 10 years of proven contract management or supply chain experience

Experience within the Telco or Technology industries a plus

Educated to an MBA level would be an advantage

Experience in Africa would be highly desirable

Company Description

Millicom provides affordable, widely accessible and readily available prepaid cellular telephony services to 32 million customers in 16 emerging markets in Latin America, Africa and Asia, where the basic telephone service is often inadequate and where economic development and rising personal income levels are creating increasing demand for communication services. In 2009, Millicom will start commercial operations in Rwanda, its 17th market. Millicom's proven prepaid, mass market distribution and affordability strategy have enabled it to continue to pursue high growth while delivering some of the best margins of the industry. Millicom's shares are listed on the Nasdaq Stock Market under the symbol MICC and on Nasdaq:OMX (Stockholmsbörsen) under the symbol MIC.

Additional Information

Posted:
March 16, 2012
Type:
Full-time
Experience:
Mid-Senior level
Functions:
Supply Chain
Industries:
Telecommunications
Job ID:
2723056
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Software Sales Representative Oracle - Costa Rica

Oracle is looking for Sales Reps in Costa Rica who have:

Proven software sales experience

Strong Sales and Marketing skills including needs analysis, business justification and closing methodologies;

Strong experience working with government and private sectors prospects and clients

Negotiating skills and ability to influence

Travel required.

Responsible for revenue in designated territory

lead commercial team of assigned accounts and partners

lead forecast meetings and account planning / territories and monitor the execution of demand generation initiatives

Define and monitor the execution of the sales strategy

Indentify and develop joint "go-to-market" strategy

Provide accurate and timely management information and revenue forecast

Company Description

With more than 380,000 customers—including 100 of the Fortune 100—and with deployments across a wide variety of industries in more than 145 countries around the globe, Oracle offers an optimized and fully integrated stack of business hardware and software systems. Oracle engineers hardware and software to work together in the cloud and in your data center–from servers and storage, to database and middleware, through applications. Oracle systems: - Provide better performance, reliability, security, and flexibility - Lower the cost and complexity of IT implementation and management - Deliver greater productivity, agility, and better business intelligence For customers needing modular solutions, Oracle's open architecture and multiple operating-system options also give customers unmatched benefits from best-of-breed products in every layer of the stack, allowing them to build the best infrastructure for their enterprise. Learn more about Oracle http://oracle.com/us/corporate

Additional Information

Posted:
March 1, 2012
Type:
Full-time
Experience:
Mid-Senior level
Functions:
Sales
Industries:
Computer Software
Job ID:
2644280
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VAS Manager AMNET/Millicom International

Definire implementar planes Comerciales y de Marketing con el objetivo de alcanzar lospresupuestos de venta y rentabilidad de los VAS pertenecientes a las categoríasde Información (Banda Ancha) y Comunicación (Telefonía). Asegurar el correctofuncionamiento de estos VAS e identificar ajustes que deben ser implementadosen términos de usabilidad y funcionalidad.

Responsabilidades.

– Definir e implementar con ayuda de los equipos deMarketing local, todas las variables de Mercadeo que estén relacionadas con ellanzamiento y mantenimiento de los VAS

– Alcanzar los presupuestos comerciales en términos deingresos y subscriptores

– Responder por el P&L de cada VAS

– Sugerir ideas innovadoras que permitan implementarnuevos productos y servicios

– Asegurar la correcta operación de los VAS que estána su cargo

– Construir una fuerte relación con los equipos deMarketing local, con el objetivo de contar con soporte en la implementación delos planes de Comerciales y de Marketing

– Identificar y proponer mejoras a los VAS que hansido ya lanzados

– Crear y coordinar talleres con clientes, con elobjetivo de probar servicios y productos en cualquiera de las fases del procesode desarrollo de los mismos

– Cuando se lo requieran actuar como el Champion delos VAS pertenecientes a sus categorías

– Validar investigaciones de mercado

– Identificar oportunidades de mercado

– Monitorear y evaluar proactivamente la actividad dela competencia, haciendo recomendaciones para mantener la marca en nivelesóptimos de visibilidad.

Desired Skills & Experience

  • Licenciatura Ingeniero Industrial – Administrador de Empresas
  • Maestría en Administración de Empresas o Marketing
  • Experiencia en posiciones similares de 6 años.
  • Enfocado al trabajo por resultados y logro de objetivos.
  • Bilingüe inglés-español
  • Base del cargo: Costa Rica, No se incluye paquete de expatriación. Si de reubicación de ser necesario.

Company Description

Millicom provides affordable, widely accessible and readily available prepaid cellular telephony services to 32 million customers in 16 emerging markets in Latin America, Africa and Asia, where the basic telephone service is often inadequate and where economic development and rising personal income levels are creating increasing demand for communication services. In 2009, Millicom will start commercial operations in Rwanda, its 17th market. Millicom's proven prepaid, mass market distribution and affordability strategy have enabled it to continue to pursue high growth while delivering some of the best margins of the industry. Millicom's shares are listed on the Nasdaq Stock Market under the symbol MICC and on Nasdaq:OMX (Stockholmsbörsen) under the symbol MIC.

Additional Information

Posted:
March 9, 2012
Type:
Full-time
Experience:
Mid-Senior level
Functions:
Marketing
Industries:
Telecommunications
Job ID:
2684383
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Chief Technology Officer (IT/OT) Millicom

Provide strategic direction and operationalleadership for TIGO technology services including applications andinfrastructure.

This position is responsible for the countrytechnology roadmap, with relevant focus on development of any technologyproduct or service strategic goals to align with the business objectives andpriorities. In addition, this individual will be responsible for delivery ofproduct and services required to meet the business objectives and service levelcommitments defined according to strategic plan. This person will develop andmaintain high levels of internal and external client satisfaction.

SERVICE

  • Responsible foroverseeing the day-to-day operations of the Technology department
  • Understand thebusiness and not just the technology aspects of it. Translate operational andbusiness unit needs into an integrated, cohesive and cost effective service orproduct, building a solution by participating end-to-end in the design,development, test and deployment phases.
  • Prepare, deliverand execute a yearly detailed end-to-end Quality of Experience Plan toguarantee not only maximum availability of network and applications, but withan optimum performance.
  • Accountabilitydelivering product and services according to defined time plan and commitments
  • Prioritize highestimpact projects with senior management to support delivery of critical projectson time, on scope and on budget. These efforts include using a PMO Methodologyand Program Management Infrastructure
  • Study, understandand include new and innovative technologies and processes, increasing speed tomarket and decision making capability to the business

PROFITABILITY

  • Develop, track,and control the country technology annual operating and capital budgets.
  • Accomplish allCAPEX commitments, tracking implementation on a regularly basis.
  • Constantly controland optimize OPEX by preparing and executing a annual actionable cost savingsplan as part of the budget. Perform a monthly tracking of the plan

RISK MANAGEMENT

  • Develops andmaintains policies and procedures to assure proper documentation andcommunication of necessary controls.
  • Providesleadership role in the design and implementation of security procedures andprocesses in computer and communication hardware, operating system software,application software and productivity tools.
  • Manages thedevelopment and implementation of global security policy, standards, guidelinesand procedures to ensure ongoing maintenance of security and dataintegrity.
  • Develops andmaintains the technology Disaster Recovery Plan.

Desired Skills & Experience

  • Bachelor's degree in telecommunications and/or information technology, engineer, business management or related field, master is preferred.
  • 10+ years of experience, including 5 years in managing and directing the technology department (IT/OT) for a medium/large public or private sector organization.
  • Solid technical understanding of wireless network technologies, transmission of data overwireless networks, understanding of data communications technologies, including routers, gateways and switches. Private network and static IP.
  • Experience and knowledge of VAS platforms; RF management and network planning.
  • Substantial Information Technology experience across multiple platforms (windows, Unix,database engines, middleware servers, etc.) and development methodologies(internal, outsourced, software factory, etc.)
  • Understanding of software architecture design (client/server, SOA, web 2.0, etc.)
  • Proven experience of software development, Internet technologies and programming. Fully aware of development life cycle components (application design, testing, quality andstress test, versioning)
  • Highly capable to design, implement and execute Service Level Agreements (SLAs) for all provided services.
  • Ability to produce accurate and timely information in a high dynamic work environment.
  • Job Location: Paraguay, Asunción.

Company Description

Millicom provides affordable, widely accessible and readily available prepaid cellular telephony services to 32 million customers in 16 emerging markets in Latin America, Africa and Asia, where the basic telephone service is often inadequate and where economic development and rising personal income levels are creating increasing demand for communication services. In 2009, Millicom will start commercial operations in Rwanda, its 17th market. Millicom's proven prepaid, mass market distribution and affordability strategy have enabled it to continue to pursue high growth while delivering some of the best margins of the industry. Millicom's shares are listed on the Nasdaq Stock Market under the symbol MICC and on Nasdaq:OMX (Stockholmsbörsen) under the symbol MIC.

Additional Information

Posted:
March 9, 2012
Type:
Full-time
Experience:
Executive
Functions:
Management, Information Technology, Engineering
Industries:
Telecommunications
Job ID:
2684827
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Head of Pricing - Africa region Millicom International Cellular S.A

Manage the offer definition process to develop the offer campaigns and product promotions for all the products and services within one of our Categories. Analyze the consumer behaviour and the competitor’s actions to define the pricing strategy that maximizes revenues, gross margin and market share. Create and track product offers in close collaboration with Consumer Understanding. Continue monitoring the performance of the products and proactively take appropriate actions to improve results.

THE WAY WE WORK

You are open-minded, passionate and the way you work energizes others. You are committed to the timely delivery of a job well done. You behave with integrity and transparency.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

  1. Design the massiveand the segmented offer.
  2. Analyzecompetitive environment, customer preferences and brand image to determine theoptimal offers that will accomplish with MIC’s goals and strategy.
  3. Define and implementtracking tools to continue monitoring results.
  4. Define the pricingstrategy and determine the correct one to ensure profitability.
  5. Evaluate pricingtechniques and elasticity models to implement them.
  6. Meet segmentation projectgoals.
  7. Participate in thedefinition of ATL promotions.
  8. Define thestrategy and channels to deploy the segmented offer via BTL promotions.
  9. Report productsperformance: gross margin, pricing elasticity and ROIC.
  10. Implement all datarequirements to ensure the implementation of segmentation standards, to be ableto define pricing strategies.
  11. Increasethe product consumption per customer and for converting non-users to users ofcurrent and new products (increase penetration).
  12. Coordinatethe offer deployment by managing our different offer tools

QUALIFICATION

  • Minimum 5 years ofproven pricing and product management experience.
  • Managerialexperience in medium to large size organizations.
  • Proficiency withthe MS Office Suite including Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, Project andVisio.
  • University degreein technology / engineering / business administration or related area, MBA isdesired.

ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE

  • Strong analyticalskills.
  • Solid experiencein data analysis, data crunching, and making presentations.
  • Deep understandingof pricing theory (techniques, elasticity, demand, game theory, etc.).
  • Capable of takeinto analysis different inputs (commercial, financial, strategic, etc.) todefine the best offer

CORE COMPETENCIES

  • Passionate aboutthe possibilities (and challenges) of an increasingly digitally enabledworld.
  • Passionate aboutdigital products and services.
  • Strategic thinker.
  • Effectivecommunicator and presenter.
  • A team player,able to work well in a global/local environments and influence them.
  • Able to buildrelationships and credibility quickly.
  • Able to travel,the role will involve a lot of interaction with markets.
  • Fluent in English(French is a plus)

Company Description

Millicom provides affordable, widely accessible and readily available prepaid cellular telephony services to 38 million customers in 13 emerging markets in Latin America and Africa where the basic telephone service is often inadequate and where economic development and rising personal income levels are creating increasing demand for communication services. Millicom's shares are listed on the Stockholmsbörsen under the symbol MIC.

Central Bank of Nigeria Careers

In furtherance of CBN’s drive to reform the Financial Services industry and deliver a stable financial system, the Central Bank is seeking qualified, skilled and highly motivated Nigerians to fill various positions in the Financial System Stability Directorate.

Industry/ Sector Specialist - Agriculture - Oil and Gas - Telecommunication - Transport and Aviation

Basel II/III Specialist

Accounting Specialist on IFRS

Operational Risk Specialist

Market Risk Specialist

Credit Risk Analyst

IT Team (Bank Examiners) Security

IT Team (Bank Examiners) Technology

Accounting/ IFRS /Basel II/III Specialist

Corporate Governance Specialist

Fraud and Forensic Specialist

Macro Prudential Stress Testing Specialist

Group Head, Macro Prudential Analysis

Fixed Income/Capital Markets Sector Specialist

The Central Bank of Nigeria is an employer of choice offering prospective applicants the opportunity to work in a forward thinking and progressive environment.

Application Process: To apply, please visit http://www.fssrecruitment.com

Applications will close 12 noon (GMT + 1) on Monday 7 May, 2012.

Boat Mechanic Foreman/Auto - Lagos

Closing Date: April 20, 2012
Position: Boat Mechanic Foreman/Auto - Lagos (PDF 127 KB)

Notice: Employment opportunities which are open only to currently employed Embassy local staff or the family members of Americans assigned to the U.S. Mission in Nigeria are listed on the Embassy’s internal website, available through the U.S. State Department’s OPENNET system. Interested family members without OPENNET access may inquire by email to CLOAbuja@state.gov. All others should apply to HRNigeria@state.gov

Application forms for Federal Employment:

Disclaimer

An Equal Opportunity Employer

The U.S. Mission in Nigeria provides equal opportunity and fair and equitable treatment in employment to all people without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation, marital status, or sexual orientation. The Department of State also strives to achieve equal employment opportunity in all personnel operations through continuing diversity enhancement programs.

The EEO complaint procedure is not available to individuals who believe they have been denied equal opportunity based upon marital status or political affiliation. Individuals with such complaints should avail themselves of the appropriate grievance procedures, remedies for prohibited personnel practices, and/or courts for relief.

British Council in Nigeria - IELTS Examiners

The British Council in Nigeria is looking for suitably qualified and experienced individuals to join our team of IELTS Examiners.

Outline:
Examiners conduct one to one interviews with IELTS candidates to assess their spoken English according to set requirements. Examiners also assess written scripts produced by candidates under exam conditions. Examiners are recruited on a casual basis and are expected to examine at least ten sessions a year at regular intervals. Remuneration is paid per interview/script. Weekend working is usually required. IELTS examinations regularly take place in Lagos, Abuja and Port Harcourt. Therefore, we are looking for examiners who live in, or within relatively easy reach of these cities. We may occasionally run examinations in other cities in Nigeria.

Requirements:
•An undergraduate degree or a qualification which can be demonstrated to be equivalent to an undergraduate degree.

•A recognised qualification in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) / Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) / or recognised equivalent as part of a recognised university award course.**

•At least 3 years full time (14 hours per week minimum or the equivalent part time) relevant TESOL/TEFL teaching experience (minimum one year post certificate level qualification). The majority of this teaching experience must relate to adult students (16 years and over).

•The required professional attributes and interpersonal skills. Please see our recruitment pack for more details.

How to apply?
Read through the IELTS Examiner Minimum Professional Requirements & IELTS Guide for Examiner Applicants documents. Download and complete the application form. Closing date for applications: Ongoing. Completed applications should be sent via email to exams@ng.britishcouncil.org
For more information about IELTS visit www.IELTS.org

**e.g. UK qualifications: CELTA; DELTA; Cert. TESOL; Dip. TESOL; PGCE; B Ed.; M Ed; MA Applied Linguistics. Assessed teaching practice and ESOL/EFL studies at cert. level must be part of the course.

Nigerian qualifications include:
Either, a Nigerian 1st degree, an NCE in ELT plus relevant teaching experience and IELTS 9.0. Or Nigerian B.Ed in English Language Teaching (transcripts verify course content), relevant teaching experience plus IELTS 9.0. A first degree plus a Nigerian PGDE or M.Ed/MA in TESOL or TEFL (transcripts verify course content), plus relevant teaching experience and IELTS 9.0. If shortlisted, you will need to submit a transcript of the teaching course you attended.

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South Africa - Exams Marketing Manager

The British Council in South Africa is looking for a qualified individual to fill the post of an 'Exams Marketing Manager' based in Johannesburg.

Purpose of job:
To develop and implement marketing and promotional campaigns and collaborate on business strategy for Examinations in South Africa. To lead on cross-border operations (hub and spoke) for Southern SSA.
For more info regarding the job, please download and read through the ‘role profile’ document below.

Requirements:
•Marketing – develop and implement systems for gathering market intelligence (data collection and analysis, competitor analysis, markets sizes and trends, swot/pest, etc.), develop strategies for maximise business performance and develop and implement Marketing Action Plan for South Africa and its spokes, produce monthly reports for country and regional management, brand management, develop promotional campaigns, application and analysis of mandatory BC customer satisfaction surveys.

•Relationship management – manage relationships with exam boards, supplier schools, educational and immigration agents, others as required.

•BC Tests – develop a business strategy to launch the newly developed BC Tests, setting and achieving ambitious targets.

•Cross-border Operations – oversee CBO in Botswana, Mozambique and Namibia, adding and resourcing for new countries as the strategy develops, manage Exams Officer for CBOs.

•Planning and reporting – planning and reporting for CBOs in collaboration with HOE SA and REM Southern Africa, entering actual exams volume data onto GPS every month for SA and its CBOs, reporting monthly on performance against target in CBOs.

•Web – liaise with digital team on updating of web page.

•Marketing & Communicating products to external audiences via the web, blog, press releases, social media etc...

How to apply?
Read through the role profile document. Download and complete the application form. To help you understand and complete the application form, read through the ‘How to complete the application’ document at the top of this page. Listed within the role profile document, you will find a number of listed ‘behaviours’ and ‘skills and knowledge’. Evidence against those criteria’s will need to be provided in your role application form. To help you understand those criteria’s, we have provided a ‘behaviours’ and ‘generic skills' dictionary at the top of this page.

Please read all the documents carefully before you fill in the job application form. Telephone applications or enquiries will not be considered. Completed applications should be sent via email to: Precious.Gumede@britishcouncil.org Deadline: 27 March 2012.

Applications received after the deadline will not be considered. Only candidates shortlisted for interview will be contacted. We do not accept CV's, handwritten applications or expressions of interest.

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Head of private sector participation Christian Aid

Christian Aid aims to eradicate poverty across the world. But to do that we need as many people on board as possible. Building relationships withprivate sector businesses and driving support from enterprises all over the globe,you’ll be key to our ongoing and far-reaching success.

From multinational organisations to local small scale enterprises, the private sector has a core part to play in endingthe scandal of poverty.So as you develop and lead a strategy to engage with businesses and drive through our international programmes, you’ll be right at the heart of some pioneering work. It’s all about securing the support of influential businesses, not just for funding purposes, but for enterprising opportunities too. And to ensure the partnerships are truly worthwhile, it’s also about driving an understanding of the importance of this support among our community supporters – equipping them with the knowledge, enthusiasm and training to influence and enable change within the private sector. Simply put, it’s a chance to shape our efforts and make a huge and direct impact on an international scale.

Ideally from a professional services, governmental or related background, you’ll have experience of international development, backed up by a clear vision of where you want to take the organisation and how best to administer and drive the change that will get us there. As well as the proven ability to build strong partnerships across the private sector, you’ll also possess the leadership, management and influencing skills, along with a diplomatic approach, to ensure wider community buy-in. Excellent project management skills are essential, as is a knowledge and understanding of the role the private sector can play as an agent of change. Your ability to drive progress and get things done along with your innovative approach means you’ll really make a difference.

Please show your suitability for this post by giving answers to the following questions: Using the guidance notes may help you formulate your answers.

Innovation and creativity

Describe your leadership and its impact in a situation in which you took a lead role in creating groundbreaking concepts, models, theories or innovations.

Decision making

Please describe an occasion and your decision making process when you had to quickly choose between a 'safe' approach and a 'stretching' approach in a given timescale.

Planning and organising

Describe challenges you encountered in coordinating a number of complex activities or projects and how your planning and organising ability proved to be key in keeping things on track.

Operational leadership: Risk

Describe a time when you assessed and managed the various risks associated with a strategic plan of action that you were proposing.

More than half the world lives in poverty. We aim to put a stop to that. So we campaign against the structures and rules that keep people poor. And we work with local organisations to give people strength to find their own solutions to the problems they face, irrespective of their religion.

We value the contribution each person makes to the success of our organisation. That’s why you can expect a wide range of rewards and benefits, including a generous holiday allowance, an interest-free season ticket loan and flexibility that will ensure you enjoy a good work/life balance.

As this post is UK based, non-EC nationals will require current and valid permission to work in the UK.

Download the role profile (31 KB pdf)

To apply for this post, please download an application pack and email your completed UK & Ireland application form to: recruitment@christian-aid.org (quoting the reference number). Alternatively, your completed application form can be printed out and posted to us at:

Christian Aid
35 Lower Marsh
Waterloo
London SE1 7RT

Please note that CVs will not be accepted.

Job reference: 260/MA

Closing date: 12 noon, Monday 16th April 2012

Interview date: Wednesday 2 May 2012

Christian Aid values diversity and aspires to reflect this in our workforce. We welcome applications from people from all sections of the community, irrespective of race, colour, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief.

Local Administration and Participatory Planning Adviser

Reach Out Foundation for Human Development (ROFHD)
Based in Al-Hodeida, Yemen
Two-year placement

The Progressio Development Worker will support the Reach Out Foundation for Human Development in developing participatory planning and budgeting in the Al-Marwah district, involving local administration authorities, civil society organisations and communities, and in assisting the advancement of local government efforts to promote citizen participation in addressing local development needs.

The successful candidate will have a degree level qualification or equivalent diploma in a relevant discipline, and education/ training in specific aspects of community development.

A minimum of three years’ direct work experience on participatory planning and/or budgeting for local governance with NGOs, local communities and local government units; initiating citizen involvement in participatory planning and budgeting; strengthening the interaction between government, civil society organisations and communities within the framework of decentralised governance; building the capacity of CSOs in advocacy and lobbying for changes in policy; training men and women both formally and informally, and of working in a resource poor environment are essential.

You should also have the ability to transfer skills and knowledge through formal or informal training and skill sharing; excellent research and analytical skills, including the ability to translate complex (and potentially sensitive) ideas/issues into briefings and presentations for diverse audiences; the ability to promote a gender sensitive approach in all areas concerning governance and poverty, and excellent interpersonal and communication skills. An understanding of the importance of good networking and information strategies surrounding citizen involvement in participatory planning and budgeting; initiative, proactivity, excellent time-management, organisational and problem solving skills; personal commitment to learning basic Arabic, and adaptability and cultural sensitivity in an Islamic environment are also essential.

Closing date:
Mon, 09/04/2012
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HIV and AIDS Development Adviser

Working alongside the National AIDS Commission (NAC)
Based in Dili, Timor-Leste
Two-year placement

Please note that the selected applicant will be required to take up the placement by June 2012, at the latest. Applicants with a good command of two or more of the official/ working languages in Timor-Leste are highly preferred.

This placement offers an exciting opportunity to participate in addressing HIV and AIDS in a post-conflict country, with current low prevalence rates.

The HIV and AIDS Development Adviser will work alongside the National AIDS Commission (NAC). S/he will develop and support its staff and programmes to effectively contribute to addressing HIV and AIDS in Timor-Leste, with specific focus on strengthening most at risks groups and other partners in relation to the newly established GIPA (Greater Involvement of People Living with HIV and AIDS) sub-commission of NAC.

With NAC, the focus of the work will be on organisational capacity building, strengthening networks and building partnerships with relevant governmental and non-governmental institutions in order to provide a solid foundation for the further development of HIV and AIDS prevention programmes in Timor-Leste. The HIV and AIDS Development Adviser will also work closely with designated most at risks groups to strengthen and empower their capacity to represent themselves in a meaningful way at every level of policy development, planning and service delivery. The placement is part of a wider national strategy addressing HIV and AIDS under the National Strategic Plan 2011-2016.

The successful candidate should have a degree or appropriate qualification in development, social sciences, public health or a related field.

A minimum of five years’ experience in HIV and AIDS programmes in a policy or design capacity at community and national levels, and at least three years’ work experience in organisational development of NGOs or CBOs in an advisory, management and/or support capacity are essential. You should also have proven experience in planning and facilitating training events on HIV and AIDS; working with governmental and non-governmental organisations, most at risks groups and people living with HIV; the formation of support groups; communication and representation with a range of people, organisations and cultures (including government, NGOs, Churches and local leaders), and working in a resource poor environment where access to technology is limited.

Inter-disciplinary knowledge of the management and control of HIV and AIDS (social/cultural, public health, advocacy); of HIV and AIDS as a development and human rights issue and an understanding of the implications of gender inequality when working with issues relating to HIV and AIDS are essential. You should also have an understanding of capacity building techniques and methods; skills in participatory monitoring and evaluation methods; excellent team building, interpersonal and communication skills; excellent project management and good problem solving skills; personal commitment to learn basic Tetum and adaptability, and cultural sensitivity, including the ability to live in a context with limited leisure facilities.

Closing date:
Sun, 01/04/2012
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Development Worker - Water Management Adviser (Advocacy and Awareness-raising)

Working alongside the Yemeni Society for Protection of Environment Association
Based in Al-Hodeida, Republic of Yemen
Two-year placement

The Progressio development worker will contribute to the development of a local NGO from Al-Hodeida - the Yemeni Society for Protection of Environment - and the Al-Hodeida branch of National Water Resources Authority (NWRA), in awareness-raising to successfully implement effective and efficient, focused, targeted, and appropriate awareness-raising and advocacy activities so that end water users in targeted communities in Al-Hodeida are better able to manage their own water resources in a more sustainable manner.

The development worker’s time will be divided as follows:

- 60 per cent: with the Yemeni Society for Protection of Environment Association in addition to other non - governmental institutions or water structures which are stipulated in the water by-laws.

- 40 per cent: liaising with NWRA branch in Al-Hodeida and social networks that other Progressio partners belong to.

The successful candidate should have a degree level qualification or equivalent diploma in a relevant discipline, and education/ training in environment studies or a related field (eg water issues).

A minimum of three years’ work experience working in water and climate change issues, and environmental advocacy work is essential. You should also have proven experience in research methodologies including critical analysis and participatory methods; of organisational development and capacity building; in organising and delivering training workshops to a variety of audiences; of liaising with a range of different organisations, including direct experience of network formation/ building; of monitoring and evaluating advocacy and policy work, and of working in a resource poor environment where access to technology is limited.

Knowledge of international environmental conventions and advocacy work; the ability to work /network with civil society organisations, NGO networks and government bodies engaged in advocacy on relevant environment and development issues; well-developed gender analysis and commitment to mainstreaming gender, and excellent interpersonal, representational and influencing skills are essential. You should also have the ability to plan, prioritise and implement own work with limited support; good problem solving skills; the ability to adapt skills and knowledge to the local context and work with existing resources, and excellent analytical, oral and writing skills in English.

Personal commitment to learning basic Arabic; adaptability and cultural sensitivity in an Islamic environment and awareness of the security issues involved in working in a context where there has been recent social and political unrest are also essential.

Closing date:
Tue, 27/03/2012
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Help Desk Assistant - International Potato Center

Ref.: 12-10 HDA/NRS/HQ

The Center: CIP is a not-for-profit international agricultural research-for-development organization with a focus on potato, sweetpotato, and Andean roots and tubers. Its vision is of roots and tubers improving the lives of the poor. CIP is dedicated to achieving food security, improved well-being, and gender equity for poor people in root and tuber farming and food systems of the developing world. CIP works with partners to contribute high quality science, technology, and capacity strengthening for sustainable science-based solutions. CIP is headquartered in Lima, Peru, with staff and activities in over 30 locations across Asia, Africa, and Latin America. CIP is a member of the Consultative Group for International Agricultural Research, a network of 15 research centers mostly located in the developing world and supported by more than 50 donor members.

The position: The Help Desk Assistant position will be based in Lima, Peru and will report to the Help desk’s Administrator. Its main responsibility will be providing support to users in computer applications and platforms. Troubleshoot problems and advise on the appropriate action.

Duties and Accountabilities:

  • Respond to requests for technical assistance in person, by phone or electronically to HQ Staff, experimental stations and regional offices
  • Resolve technical hardware and software issues and advise user on appropriate action
  • Follow standard help desk procedures
  • Administer help desk software
  • Identify situations requiring urgent attention
  • Prepare activity reports and documentation related to IT research projects.

Selection Criteria:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, System Engineer or related field.
  • At least 1 year of experience required in similar position.
  • Experience working in fundamental operations of relevant software, hardware and other equipment.
  • Knowledge and experience of customer service practices.
  • Strong interpersonal skills to work well individually and as part of a team, internally as well as externally.
  • Demonstrated ability to problem solving.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills in Spanish and English language are required;
  • Ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines and work in multicultural environment;

Conditions: Employment contract will be for a one-year term with three months probation period with the possibility of renewal. CIP prides itself on its collegial and supportive working environment, which allows space for personal and professional growth.

Applications: Applicants should apply by email, sending a letter of motivation, a full C.V., and the names and contact information of three references that are knowledgeable of the candidate’s professional qualifications and work experience to: CIP-Recruitment@cgiar.org. The reference name of the position should be clearly marked in the subject line of the email message. Screening of applications will begin on March 30, 2012 and will continue until the post is filled. All applications will be acknowledged, however only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Learn more about CIP by accessing our web site at http://www.cipotato.org.

CIP is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified women and professionals from developing countries are particularly encouraged to apply

Técnicos de Investigación

Ref: 12-11 TI/NRS/HQ

El Centro Internacional de la Papa (CIP) se encuentra en la búsqueda de Técnicos de Investigación para el desarrollo de diversas actividades asignadas a experimentos, previamente asignadas por profesionales de investigación.

El Centro: El CIP es un organismo internacional sin fines de lucro dedicado a la investigación agrícola de la papa, camote, raíces y tubérculos andinos. Su visión es mejorar la vida de los pobres a través de las raíces y tubérculos. El CIP se dedica a lograr seguridad alimentaria, mejorar el bienestar y la equidad de género para las personas pobres en los sistemas de raíces y tubérculos y los alimentos agrícolas del mundo en desarrollo. CIP trabaja con sus asociados para contribuir con resultados de alta calidad, tecnología y fortalecimiento de la capacidad de soluciones sostenibles basadas en la ciencia. El CIP tiene su sede en Lima, Perú y cuenta con más de 30 ubicaciones en Asia, África y América Latina. El CIP es miembro del Grupo Consultivo sobre Investigación Agrícola Internacional, unida a una red de 15 centros de investigación situados en todo en el mundo en desarrollo y con el apoyo de más de 50 miembros donantes.

La Posición: La posición se encuentra ubicada en la oficina Principal del CIP localizada en el Distrito de La Molina en Lima, Perú.

Deberes y Responsabilidades:

  • Apoyar a personal de investigación en la conducción de experimentos.
  • Administrar y controlar el flujo de material utilizado
  • Apoyar en el uso de técnicas de investigación
  • Mantener en óptimas condiciones el espacio y material utilizado
  • Criterio de Selección:

    • Estudios superiores y/o técnicos en Biología, Agricultura o carreras afines
    • Experiencia mínima de 2 años en posiciones similares ( cultivo de tejidos vegetales, regeneración de semillas, etc)
    • Conocimiento del Idioma Inglés (deseable)
    • Conocimiento y uso de Herramientas Office a nivel intermedio ( Word, Excel, etc)
    • Habilidad de comunicación e interrelación interpersonal.
    • Habilidad para mantener información y archivos de manera ordenada y clasificada
    • Personalidad proactiva y con facilidad para trabajar en equipo
    • Responsable y comprometido.

      Aplicaciones: Los candidatos deberán enviar su CV (máximo 2 pág.) acompañado de una foto hasta el 9 de abril incluidas 2 referencias laborales que brinden opinión sobre su experiencia laboral. Favor enviar a la siguiente dirección: cip-recruitment@cgiar.org indicando en asunto: 12-11 Técnicos de Investigación.

    Todas las aplicaciones serán recibidas, sólo los candidatos pre seleccionados serán contactados.

    Para mayor información sobre el CIP lo invitamos a visitar nuestra página web http://www.cipotato.org. El CIP es un organismo que ofrece igualdad de oportunidades. Mujeres profesionales de países en desarrollo son especialmente invitadas a participar.

    Restless Development Jobs March 2012

    We are always looking for talented young people to become part of our mission. If you feel you have the passion and the energy to join our teams around the world, check our current vacancies below:

    Country Director - Zimbabwe

    We're currently seeking a Country Director to lead our Zimbabwe country programme. This is an exciting role for someone with proven senior management experience to drive forward our strategy in Zimbabwe. For more information please click here.

    Senior Manager - Zambia

    We're currently seeking to recruit a Senior Manager to lead Zambia's 5 year National Strategy. This is an exciting role for someone with proven senior management experience to drive our growing Country Programme. For more information please click here.

    Communications and Marketing Officer - Sierra Leone

    We're currently seeking to recruit a Communications and Marketing Officer to be based in our head office in Freetown, Sierra Leone to lead our communications on our website and through online media, lead write our “We Voice” newsletter, build the capacity of our staff in communications, liaise with media and keep our brand alive internally and externally. For more informationa please click here.

    Restless Champion- Live Below the Line- UK

    We are recruiting volunteer Restless Champions across the UK, to get people taking action about extreme poverty and youth-led development. You will be required to take a leading role in our campaign, creating awareness about extreme poverty and recruiting fundraisers to take on the challenge. For more information please click here.

    Monitoring and Evaluations Technical Assistant - Nepal

    We are currently seeking to recruit a Monitoring and Evaluations Technical Assistant to be based in Kathmandu, Nepal to develop the capacity of junior staff members in M&E and to lead in the design of evaluations for its National Strategic Framework. For more information please click here.

    Fundraising Technical Assistant - Nepal

    We are currently seeking to recruit a Fundraising Technical Assistant to be based in Kathmandu, Nepal to spearhead research on prospective donors and partner and support in the creation of funding proposals and wide-ranging marketing materials. For more information please click here.

    Project Scientist, Caribbean & Central America - CABI

    Project Scientist, Caribbean & Central America - CABI, Trinidad & Tobago - CANDIDATE BRIEF for post reference number 10/2012

    Applications in writing with a cover letter stating how you meet the requirements of the Candidate Brief above together with a full current CV should be sent to recruitment@cabi.org

    Closing date for receipt of applications is Friday 6th April 2012

    Interviews will be held in our offices in Trinidad on Friday 13th April 2012

    Chief Accountant The Embassy of Canada

    Competition Notice: ADMIN-FINANCES-311178-03-2012
    CANADIAN EMBASSY IN BRUSSELS

    POSITION DESCRIPTION

    Position Title: Chief Accountant*
    *Note: The results of the competition will also be used to compile a list of persons eligible to fill similar posts within the Mission during the 24 months following this competition.
    Classification: LES-08
    Section: Finance Section
    Position: EXT- 311178
    Employment Indeterminate Position
    Eligibility: This competition is open to all candidates meeting the essential criteria and holding a valid work permit in Belgium
    Last date to submit application: Monday, April 16th, 2012, 17:00PM (Belgium time)
    Salary scale: LES 8/1 Gross monthly Salary: 4,514.75€ with yearly increments according to length of service at the Embassy + benefits
    Start of employment: June 2012

    ESSENTIAL CRITERIA

    Education: Completion of a University Degree in accounting, finance, business administration, commerce, economics, or related field.
    Diploma or professional designation in accounting combined with an acceptable level of relevant experience.

    Language: Fluency in English or French (reading, writing and spoken) and very good knowledge of the other language.

    Experience: Significant experience (minimum 3 years) in the fields of: Financial Operations, Resource Management and the use of Accounting/ Financial Systems. Experience in supervision of staff.

    Experience with an electronic mail application such as Outlook, with a word processor (e.g. MS Word), with a spreadsheet software (e.g. Excel), as well as with an Internet browser.

    JOB SUMMARY

    Under the direction of the Management Consular Officer, the incumbent is the principal financial officer at the mission. The incumbent prepares the input to financial business cases; manages the administration of the mission's budget; reviews and recommends/implements improvements to financial procedures, guidelines and systems for the mission. The Chief Accountant overseas the provision of financial and accounting services to the mission; provides professional financial advice to mission program managers and staff. Also, the incumbent supports a productive working relationship with the mission bank, other financial establishments, local government agencies and other diplomatic missions. The officer manages a team of accounting staff at both hub and spoke missions; provides financial assistance to satellite missions; and performs other duties.

    The Embassy of Canada has a dynamic work environment and the incumbent will be key in recommending and effecting procedures to enhance the provision of financial services.

    RATED QUALIFICATIONS

    Abilities

    • Ability to plan and to establish priorities;
    • Ability to analyze;
    • Ability to take initiative;
    • Ability to communicate;
    • Ability to supervise;
    • Competencies;
    • Knowledge of generally accepted accounting procedures;
    • Client service oriented;
    • Adaptability and Flexibility;
    • Excellent judgment;
    • Reliability and professional integrity;
    • Leadership;
    • Teamwork.

    ASSETS QUALIFICATIONS

    Experience

    • Previous Work experience with SAP;
    • Accounting designation;
    • Experience in an embassy, international organisation or bank.

    Capacity

    • Learn quickly.

    Language

    • Fully bilingual in English/French;
    • Knowledge of Dutch.

    CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

    • Security: the applicant must be eligible to obtain a Canadian Government reliability level security clearance.

    OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

    • Being available to work overtime occasionally with or without notice;
    • Due to the nature of the work, the months of March and April are very busy and therefore time off for holiday during this period is restricted.

    HOW TO APPLY

    Send your application to: bru.hr@international.gc.ca

    Please quote the following competition number in the subject of the email: ADMIN-FINANCES-311178-03-2012
    Only applications submitted to the above email address and before the deadline will be considered for screening.

    Notes:

    1. If this position interests you, please send your curriculum vitae and a covering letter indicating how this work interests you and the reason why you believe you are the best candidate, describing your qualifications and your work experience;
    2. Please enclose 2 professional references, along with their contact details. Please make sure that these references are easily reachable;
    3. Please enclose a copy of your identity card (EU) or your residency permit accompanied by a permanent authorisation to work in Belgium and a copy of your diplomas;
    4. Applicants must respond to all essential criteria. Application files which do not include all of the requested documents or information will be rejected automatically;
    5. The Human Resources Section will only communicate with the candidates selected for testing;
    6. The selected candidates will be invited by email to attend a written examination and an interview. Candidates are therefore requested to provide their email address when submitting their application;
    7. The results of the competition will also be used to compile a list of admissibility to fill similar positions in the Embassy over the 24 months following this competition;
    8. The expenses linked to participating in this competition shall be borne by the candidates.

    Project Administration Officer (EC Funded Projects)

    Expected start date: 16 April 2012
    Type of contract: Fixed-term (until 15 April 2015)
    Closing date: 30 March 2012

    BACKGROUND


    TRAFFIC, the wildlife trade monitoring network, works to ensure that trade in wild animals and plants is not a threat to the conservation of nature. TRAFFIC actively monitors and investigates wildlife trade and provides information to diverse audiences worldwide as a basis for effective conservation policies and programmes. The organization was founded in 1976 and has grown into an international network, with 25 offices worldwide, organized in eight regional programmes. TRAFFIC is a joint programme of WWF, the conservation organization and IUCN, the International Union for Conservation of Nature. TRAFFIC International, based in Cambridge, is the headquarters for the global TRAFFIC network. In 2011, TRAFFIC International signed a contract with the European Commission (Regional Programmes Latin America and Caribbean) to implement the three year project “ Supporting the implementation of the EU FLEGT Action Plan in South America: catalysing initiatives to control and verify the origin of timber in trade and support related improvements in forest governance.”

    The gross annual salary available for this position in Cambridge, UK is GBP £21,500-£23,500 p.a.

    SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

    English Version:

    This position is responsible for ensuring the consistent and efficient administration of the EC funded project named above (and related projects) for which TRAFFIC International has financial and reporting responsibilities. The Project Administration Officer will work closely with the administrator at the European Commission, the Project Coordinator based in South America as well as the overall Project Manager and finance staff based at TRAFFIC International in the UK. The Project Administration Officer is the key contact point for contractual and reporting issues for the project.

    • Creating and maintaining files for the Project within the filing system at TRAFFIC International (both hard and soft copies)
    • Co-ordinating with the Project Coordinator, Project Manager and Finance Staff on day-to-day project administration including scheduling project meetings, writing mintues and agendas and circulating reference materials for preparation of meetings
    • Assisting the Project Staff with administrative duties such as logistics and travel
    • Liaising with the Administrator and Contract Manager at the European Commission in Brussels on progress of the project and ensuring that all contract terms are met
    • Advising the Project team on the terms of the donor contract and annexes including the EC Practical Guide to Funding
    • Draft, review and finalise any necessary project funding agreements or sub-contracts, including those for consultants, and ensuring the timely transfer of funds to contractees
    • Advising the Project Team on the management of project finances, maintaining project cashflow tools, and monitoring of exchange rate fluctuations.
    • Working with Project staff to ensure the timely preparation and submission of project financial reports and supporting documentation.
    • Liaising with the Project Auditors and arranging necessary project audits.
    • Preparing and reviewing of supporting documentation for external audit.
    • Advising project team of rules concerning procurement under EC regulations and ensuring that these requirements are met.
    • Compiling, reviewing, and editing of project technical progress reports and annual workplans and overseeing timely submission to the EC.
    • Provision of information on the project as and when required from the TRAFFIC network.
    • Administration of projects contracted by TRAFFIC International which are related to/linked to the EC project named above.

    Spanish Version:

    Esta posición es responsable de asegurar la aplicación uniforme y eficaz del proyecto financiado por la CE indicada más arriba (y otros proyectos relacionados) para el cual TRAFFIC Internacional tiene la responsabilidad financiera y presentación de informes. El Oficial de Administración de Proyectos trabajará en estrecha colaboración con el administrador de la Comisión Europea, el Coordinador de Proyecto en Sur América, así como el Gerente General del Proyecto y el Personal de Finanzas con sede en TRAFFIC Internacional en el Reino Unido. El Oficial de Administración de Proyectos es el punto clave de contacto para las cuestiones contractuales y de informes del proyecto.

    • Creación y mantenimiento de archivos para el proyecto dentro del sistema de archivo en TRAFFIC Internacional (copias físicas y digitales)
    • Coordinar la administración diaria del proyecto con el Coordinador de Proyecto, Gerente General del Proyecto y el Personal de Finanzas, incluyendo programando las reuniones del proyecto, escritura de minutos y agendas y difusión de materiales de referencia para la preparación de reuniones
    • Ayudar al Personal del Proyecto con tareas administrativas tales como la logística y los viajes
    • Servir de enlace con el Administrador y el Gerente de Contratos de la Comisión Europea en Bruselas sobre el avance del proyecto y asegurar que todos los términos de los contratos se cumplen
    • Asesorar al Equipo del Proyecto sobre los términos del contrato y anexos del donante que incluye la Guía Práctica de los Fondos de la CE
    • Elaboración, revisión y finalización de los acuerdos de financiamiento necesarios para el proyecto o sub-contratos, incluidos para consultores, y asegurar la oportuna transferencia de fondos a los contratistas
    • Asesorar al Equipo del Proyecto sobre la gestión de las finanzas del proyecto, utilizando herramientas de flujo de caja para el proyecto, y el seguimiento de las fluctuaciones de los tipos de cambio.
    • Trabajar con el Personal del Proyecto para garantizar la oportuna preparación y presentación de informes financieros del proyecto y la documentación de apoyo.
    • Servir de enlace con los auditores del proyecto y organizar las auditorías necesarias del proyecto.
    • Preparación y revisión de la documentación de soporte para la auditoría externa.
    • Asesorar al Equipo del Proyecto sobre normas relativas a la contratación en virtud de la normativa CE y asegurar que se cumplen estos requisitos.
    • Compilación, revisión y edición de informes de progreso técnico y planes de trabajo anuales y asegurar la entrega a tiempo a la CE.
    • Provisión de información sobre el proyecto según los requerimientos de la Red de TRAFFIC.
    • Administración de proyectos contratados por TRAFFIC Internacional que se relacionan con / vinculado al proyecto de la CE antes mencionado.

    REQUIREMENTS


    • have relevant and proven experience in financial management, project administration and contracting of projects funded by the European Commission
    • have written and oral fluency in English AND Spanish (Portuguese also desirable)
    • be educated to A' level standard or higher
    • be able to demonstrate sound financial skills
    • have strong skills using MS Office software, especially Excel and Access
    • have excellent interpersonal skills and have strong organizational ability
    • be a good team player but also willing to work on own initiative
    • experience of working abroad (especially South America) would be an advantage
    • be eligible to work in the UK.

    • tener experiencia relevante y comprobada en gestión financiera, administración de proyectos y contratación de los proyectos financiados por la Comisión Europea
    • tener fluidez en Inglés Y Español, escrito y oral (portugués también deseable)
    • educación de un nivel alto o superior
    • ser capaz de demostrar habilidades financieras sólidas
    • tener fuertes habilidades de uso de software de MS Office, especialmente Excel y Access
    • tener excelentes habilidades interpersonales y fuertes capacidades organizacionales
    • ser un buen jugador de equipo, pero también estar dispuesto a trabajar por iniciativa propia
    • experiencia de trabajo en el exterior (especialmente en América del Sur) sería una ventaja

    APPLICATIONS

    Applicants are requested to apply online through the HR Management System, by opening the vacancy announcement and pressing the "Apply" button.

    Applicants will be asked to create an account and submit their profile information. Applications will not be accepted after the closing date. The vacancy closes at midnight, Swiss time (GMT+1 / GMT+2 during Daylight Saving Time, DST).

    Other job opportunities are published in the IUCN website: http://www.iucn.org/involved/jobs/

    Manager, Polar Programme

    Expected start date: 01 June 2012
    Type of contract: Max-term (until 31 May 2014)
    Closing date: 07 April 2012

    BACKGROUND


    The IUCN Global Marine and Polar Programme (GMPP) is based at IUCN Headquarters in Gland, Switzerland and provides vital links for the Union and its members to all the IUCN activities that deal with marine and polar issues, including projects and initiatives of the Regional Offices and the six IUCN Commissions. Its co-ordination role is above and beyond the policy development and thematic guidance that it undertakes to provide to assist governments, communities and NGOs alike. The Programme’s goal is to conserve marine biodiversity by promoting, influencing and catalyzing sustainable uses and equitable sharing of resources while protecting marine ecosystems.

    IUCN has long worked to protect and preserve the world’s Polar environment and is deeply concerned about ongoing threats to the Arctic and Antarctic ecosystems such as pollution, invasive species, harmful levels of fishing and the impacts from global climate change and ocean acidification. GMPP is exploring ways to promote marine ecosystem-based management (EbM) in the Arctic marine environment and identify measures for the protection of Ecologically and Biologically Significant Areas (EBSAs). In the Antarctic GMPP is focusing on the development of MPA networks in the Southern Ocean and the development of an Antarctic Conservation Strategy.

    The Manager, Polar Programme will report to the Director, Global Marine and Polar Programme, who is based in IUCN Headquarters in Gland, Switzerland. For administrative purposes and US constituencies, this position will report to the Director, IUCN Washington, DC Office.

    SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

    • Coordinate GMPP polar activities and develop and monitor GMPP intersessional and annual work plans and priorities on the Arctic and Antarctic:
    o Develop intersessional plan, ensuring links with other IUCN component programs and members
    o Ensure GMPP polar activities are contributing to GMPP strategy and work plans
    o Work in support of the new group structure currently being implemented to refocus IUCN’s Global Programme to support the One Programme concept
    o Work with relevant GMPP staff directly engaged in implementing GMPP Arctic and Antarctic projects
    o Support fundraising effort of the program in collaboration with the IUCN partnership team

    • Serve as IUCN liaison for partnerships and projects with the private sector on polar affairs

    • Lead the management and technical implementation of GMPP Arctic projects:
    o Design, organize and lead IUCN workshops on GMPP Arctic projects, including on marine transportation’s effects on selected Ecologically and Biologically Significant Areas (EBSAs) adjacent to the Bering Strait. Prepare workshop reports
    o Represent GMPP in internal and external Arctic meetings and processes as agreed with the GMPP Director

    • Provide technical and management supervision for GMPP staff directly engaged in implementing GMPP Antarctic projects and priorities:
    o Assist GMPP staff in developing and maintaining project implementation plans
    o Provide advice on strategy, approach, and overcoming obstacles in project implementation
    o Ensure high quality donor reports and project outputs
    o Manage donor and partner relations as needed

    • Serve as the focal point for polar activities of component programs and Commissions, particularly the following:
    o World Commission on Protected Areas (WCPA)
    o Species Survival Commission Marine Conservation Sub-Committee (MCSC)
    o Others to be developed

    • Lead with fundraising activities for GMPP polar activities:
    o Liaise with key donors
    o Identify new sources of funding for GMPP polar projects, with an initial focus on Antarctica
    o Develop and review project concept notes
    o Work closely with the IUCN Strategic Partnerships Unit for funding opportunities and donor intelligence

    • Represent GMPP in internal and external meetings and processes as agreed with the GMPP Director

    • Other tasks as agreed with the Director, GMPP.

    REQUIREMENTS


    • Master’s degree in natural sciences or in an environmental field.

    • A strong understanding and background in nature conservation issues, particularly polar regions.

    • A minimum of 10-12 years' relevant work experience, preferably with at least five years in a senior position.

    • Demonstrated project management experience (develop and implement work plans, prepare and supervise budgets, supervise consultants, periodic reporting, liaise with relevant stakeholders, etc.).

    • Written and spoken fluency in English. Additional languages from polar countries is an advantage.

    • A strong aptitude and ability to communicate both informally (interpersonal skills) and formally (presentations).

    • Experience working internationally or in a cross-cultural environment.

    • Willingness to travel and occasionally work non-traditional hours (e.g. for international conference calls, weekend meetings).

    APPLICATIONS

    Applicants are requested to apply online through the HR Management System, by opening the vacancy announcement and pressing the "Apply" button.

    Applicants will be asked to create an account and submit their profile information. Applications will not be accepted after the closing date. The vacancy closes at midnight, Swiss time (GMT+1 / GMT+2 during Daylight Saving Time, DST).

    Other job opportunities are published in the IUCN website: http://www.iucn.org/involved/jobs/

    Encargado de Proyecto - Cuenca del Río Cahoacán, Chiapas, México

    Grupo Funcional: P2
    Fecha Esperada de Inicio: 15 de abril de 2012
    Tipo de Contrato: Plazo fijo (hasta 1 de diciembre de 2014)
    Fecha de Cierre: 6 de abril de 2012

    INTRODUCCIÓN


    La Unidad de Gestión del Agua de la Oficina para Mesoamérica y la Iniciativa Caribe (ORMA-IC) de la Unión Internacional para la Conservación de la Naturaleza – UICN tiene como propósito promover la gestión integrada de cuencas hidrográficas, a través de la generación de capacidades y conocimientos, y motivando la implementación de buenas prácticas que mejoren la calidad de los ecosistemas e insten a la gobernanza del agua.

    El trabajo continuado en la zona propone una fase II para ampliar y consolidar los esfuerzos y resultados logrados en la cuenca, como la superficie dedicada a las acciones de conservación y restauración articulándola en forma permanente a un programa de servicios hidrológicos. a partir de las microcuencas como unidad territorial de planificación e intervención, y se fortalecerá la valoración de la conservación y restauración para la recarga hídrica y la reducción del riesgo de desastres por fenómenos hidrometeorológicos.

    Actualmente la Unidad de Gestión del Agua de ORMA-CI busca una persona como Coordinador(a) que en colaboración con el equipo técnico implementará la segunda fase del proyecto “Manejo de la cuenca del río Cahoacán, Chiapas, México a través de la conservación y restauración de microcuencas, para prevenir daños causados por el exceso de agua” (Proyecto Cahoacán).

    RESPONSABILIDADES Y TAREAS ESPECÍFICAS

    Llevar el liderazgo para la ejecución eficiente y efectiva de los objetivos del proyecto Cahoacán que se realiza con el apoyo de la Fundación Gonzalo Río Arronte, I.A.P. y la Sociedad de Historia Natural del Soconusco, A.C.

    Establecer, desarrollar y mantener vinculación y alianzas estratégicas con instituciones y gobiernos locales de la Cuenca del rio Cahoacán.

    Gestionar el financiamiento y nuevas contrapartidas para la implementación y sostenibilidad del proyecto y sus actividades.

    Elaborar en coordinación con el personal del proyecto los planes operativos y presupuestos correspondientes, impulsarlos concertadamente con las instancias publicas y de la sociedad civil organizada, así como velar por su eficaz y eficiente ejecución.

    Preparar los informes técnicos y financieros del proyecto en forma oportuna, eficaz y permanente.

    Elaborar con el personal del proyecto los planes de trabajo y evaluaciones de desempeño.

    Elaboración de Plan Operativo Anual y respectivos informes de avance.

    Coordinar y supervisar en campo la ejecución de los diferentes componentes del proyecto.

    Garantizar el seguimiento del sistema de Monitoreo y Evaluación elaborado para el proyecto, en el marco de los requerimientos de UICN y la Fundación Gonzalo Rio Arronte.

    Desarrollar y mantener regularmente canales efectivos de información y comunicación para asegurar la máxima visibilidad de este proyecto y de los actores involucrados en su ejecución.

    Mantener coordinación constante y vínculos estrechos con la Unidad de Gestión del Agua de la UICN ORMA e IC, así como una comunicación fluida con el personal técnico de la Fundación Gonzalo Rio Arronte.

    Apoyar a la Coordinación de la Unidad de Gestión del Agua en tareas específicas solicitadas de acuerdo con disponibilidad de tiempo.

    REQUERIMIENTOS


    • Licenciatura o Maestría en Agricultura, Gestión de Cuencas, Recursos Naturales o afines.

    • Al menos 5 años de experiencia en desarrollo sostenible, manejo de cuencas o recursos naturales y conservación, asi como trabajo con actores locales y formación de plataformas locales.

    • Experiencia organizacional y capacidad de trabajo en equipo.

    • Habilidades en manejo de proyectos y planificación estratégica participativa.

    • Experiencia profesional en el desarrollo de actividades de investigación y/o capacitación e implementación de acciones en manejo de recursos naturales/cuencas.

    • Conocimiento de la zona de trabajo y sus dinámicas y procesos relacionados con el manejo de cuencas y los recursos naturales.

    • Plena identificación con la visión y la misión de la UICN.

    • Disponibilidad para viajar dentro y fuera del país.

    • Licencia de conductor y pasaporte en regla.

    • Ser bilingüe se considera una cualidad adicional muy apreciada.

    • Preferentemente que sea de nacionalidad mexicana con residencia en el área de Soconusco.

    APPLICATIONS

    Para aplicar a una posición a través del "Sistema de gestión de recursos humanos" de la UICN, seleccione el anuncio de vacante correspondiente y presione el botón "Apply".

    Se requiere que todos los/las candidatos/as creen una cuenta en el sistema y provean información sobre su perfil profesional. No se aceptarán candidaturas enviadas después de la fecha de cierre especificada en el anuncio. Las candidaturas serán recibidas hasta las 24h00 en Suiza (GMT +1h o GMT +2h durante el periodo de verano / DST)

    Puede encontrar otras oportunidades de trabajo en el sitio web de la UICN: http://www.iucn.org/involved/jobs/

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