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MONITORING AND REPORTING OFFICER (FOR INDONESIAN NATIONAL ONLY)

noreply@blogger.com (admin) — Fri, 23 Nov 2012 03:23:00 +0000

Location :	Jakarta, INDONESIA
Application Deadline :	04-Dec-12
Additional Category	Democratic Governance
Type of Contract :	Service Contract
Post Level :	SC-8
Languages Required :	English
Expected Duration of Assignment :	6 months

Background “UNDP partners with people at all levels of society to help build nations that can withstand crisis, and drive and sustain the kind of growth that improves the quality of life for everyone. On the ground in 177 countries and territories, UNDP offers global perspective and local insight to help empower lives and build resilient nations.” UNDP Indonesia's mission is to be an agent for change in the human and social development of Indonesia. We aim to be a bridge between Indonesia and all donors as well as a trusted partner to all stakeholders. We work in four key areas of development: Governance Reforms, Pro-Poor Policy Reforms, Conflict Prevention and Recovery, and Environment Management, with the overarching aim of reducing poverty in Indonesia. Besides the four priority areas, UNDP Indonesia is also engaged in a variety of crosscutting initiatives focused on HIV/AIDS, gender equality, and information and technology for development.” People-centered Development Programme (PCDP) supports local government institutions, civil society organizations and communities in the Papua region in their efforts to improve human development and to achieve the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs). The PCDP will continue to provide technical assistance to the local government and civil society to formulate, coordinate and implement appropriate, specific local development programmes in the targeted districts of Papua and West Papua. The Programme will put more emphasis on improving the economic welfare of communities, in particular of indigenous Papuans, starting with a few concrete pilots to ensure that the results of programme interventions make an impact on the lives of communities and government’s efforts to reduce poverty, focusing on: 1) support at provincial and district levels in developing policies and programmes that are pro-poor, MDG-oriented, gender sensitive and OTSUS- based, building on a comprehensive assessment of the current socio-economic situation of the region with enhanced support to and stronger focus on district level governments; 2) empowering local communities to develop and implement programmes in the areas of health and education, in partnership with CSOs and local government; 3) improving the economic welfare of local communities, especially indigenous Papuans; and 4) facilitating linkages, cooperation and communication for a coordinated delivery of development assistance between and within the local Government and central government and with civil society and development agencies. Solid Monitoring and Reporting is one of key components of any successful project, and determines how the project can explain and showcase to external stakeholders progress made and impacts delivered. A designated Project Management Unit (PMU) is established to manage the implementation of PCDP support programme and activities, and in this context, UNDP wishes to recruit M & E Officer to support the development of detailed result resource frameworks with quantifiable indicators, baselines and targets, specifically for managing data programme strategies, planning tools, and other strategic papers, concept notes, reports and other briefs. This position is located primarily in project under the overall guidance of National Project Manager (NPM) and in very close coordination with M & R Associate in Papua and West Papua. The incumbent will contribute to the effective implementation of the evaluation policy, ensures that minimum monitoring and evaluation requirements for projects are met, and participates in the conduct of thematic and crosscutting evaluations. S/he will be responsible to ensure that project evaluations are carried out according to schedules and that findings and recommendations are implemented and followed up. The M&R Officer will also track results and apply the monitoring framework as set up in the project document in line with prevailing internal monitoring guidelines, ensuring that reporting arrangements and requirements are in place and are being implemented in a timely manner. APPLICANT MUST COMPLETE P11 FORM AND SUBMIT AS PART OF THEIR APPLICATION . Click here to down load the form P11 Female candidates are encouraged to apply ATLAS Position No. 00063767

UNDP Jobs: Communications Specialist, Lusaka, ZAMBIA

noreply@blogger.com (admin) — Sat, 24 Dec 2011 05:46:00 +0000

Background

The UN system in Zambia supports development operations in the country through the activities of UN system agencies represented on the ground. In addition, coordination between bilateral and multilateral development agencies is critical to ensure that Official Development Assistance (ODA) has the desired impact during the country’s transition.

The UN Resident Coordinator’s Office (RCO) serves as catalyst and vehicle for taking forward the results agreed by the UN Country Team (UNCT) in Zambia. The RCO supports the overall coordination of the UN system’s contribution to national development objectives. This includes facilitation of UN reform efforts towards ‘Delivering as One’ (DaO), UN inter-agency coordination and performance management under the UN Development Assistance Framework (UNDAF) and joint programmes, monitoring, policy analysis and advocacy on the Millennium Development Goals, joint communications, engagement on the national aid effectiveness agenda and promoting UN collaboration with relevant state and non state partners.

The UN Communications Officer works under the direct supervision of the UN Coordination Specialist and in close communication with the UN Resident Coordinator (RC) and UN Country Team. The UN Communications Specialist provides guidance to the UN Information Centre (UNIC) and supervises the UNIC National Information Officer. The UN Communications Officer collaborates with RCO staff members, the UN Communications Group, as well as with Media and other stakeholders.

Duties and Responsibilities

Summary of Key Functions

Ensures leadership of joint UN communications efforts:

Acting as primary communications focal point for the UNCT, collaborating closely with the UN Information Centre and the UN Communications Group.

Supporting communication efforts which enhance coordination between agencies and providing guidance to individual UN agencies’ advocacy requirements.

Supporting the flow of information between UN global systems, the RC, the UNCT and UN staff in Zambia, ensuring that all relevant parties are kept informed of activities, initiatives and requests and facilitating any necessary follow-up action.

Ensures the institutionalization of inter-agency collaboration in the area of communication:

Coordinating the implementation of the UN Communications Strategy 2011-2015, in support of the implementation of the UNDAF 2011-2015

Coordinating the elaboration of annual joint communication plans and budgets

Chairing and providing substantive support to the functioning of the UNCG

Leads the implementation of internal communication initiatives fostering a joint UN identity and maximizing staff engagement:

Strengthening UN capacity and learning on strategic communications and enhancing staff engagement in advancing a coordinated and harmonized UN system.

Coordinating the development and maintenance of a UNCT wide intranet/team work space to enhance inter-agency communication.

Supporting joint staff events, including town hall meetings

Strengthens the UN’s advocacy work and external communication efforts:

Collaborating with UNIC and the UNCG to ensure effective advocacy of joint UN activities and public events.

Coordinating provision of contents for the UNCT website and UNCG supported advocacy materials, such as the UN newsletter, press releases, op-eds, articles and talking points.

Strengthening partnerships with key external stakeholders, including government, development partners, local and international media and CSOs, and ensuring coherence in the messages going out from the UN system.

Providing support on media liaison.

Coordinates the design and implementation of the MDGs campaign in Zambia:

Establishing and maintaining national and local MDG coalitions.

Organizing public dialogue forums on MDGs and supporting school and community awareness and mobilization.

Supporting media trainings and sensitization on MDGs and development reporting

Impact of Results:

The key results have an impact on effective joint UN internal and external communications and advocacy, in support of a coordinated and harmonized UN system at country level. By speaking with One Voice, the UN is better placed to raise awareness of the key development issues and support the achievement of its outcomes.

Competencies

Corporate Competencies:

Demonstrates integrity by modeling the UN’s values and ethical standards

Advocates and promotes the vision, mission, and strategic goals of the UN

Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability

Treats all people fairly without favoritism

Required Skills and Experience

Education:

Master’s Degree in communications studies, journalism, media relations or related field

Experience:

Minimum five years of professional experience in at the national or international level in public relations, communications or advocacy.

Previous experience with a multilateral or international organization is helpful. In-depth knowledge of the UN system and UN reform.

Experience in the development and implementation of complex communications campaigns and strategies involving coordination and partnership with a range of actors.Excellent, demonstrable computer and information system skills.

Language:

Fluency in written and spoken English.

Functional Competencies:

Knowledge and Learning Management:L

Ability to advocate and provide policy advice

Ability to promote a knowledge sharing and learning culture in the office

Knowledge on joint UN programmes and operational issues

Actively works towards continuing personal learning and development

Knowledge of UN policies and programmes

Knowledge of UN regulations, rules, policies, procedures and practices

Development and Operational Effectiveness:

Ability to advocate and communicate effectively across different constituencies.

Ability to lead and manage corporate strategic initiatives

Management and Leadership:

Focuses on impact and results for the client
Leads teams effectively and shows conflict resolution skills
Establishes effective working relations in a multicultural team environment
Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude
Demonstrates excellent oral and written communications skills
Demonstrates strong team management skills
Builds strong relationships with clients and external actors
Remains calm, in control and good humoured even under pressure
Demonstrates openness to change and ability to manage complexities
Responds positively to feedback and differing points of view

Required Skills and Experience

Education:

Master’s Degree in communications studies, journalism, media relations or related field

Experience:

Minimum five years of professional experience in at the national or international level in public relations, communications or advocacy.
Previous experience with a multilateral or international organization is helpful. In-depth knowledge of the UN system and UN reform.
Experience in the development and implementation of complex communications campaigns and strategies involving coordination and partnership with a range of actors.Excellent, demonstrable computer and information system skills.

Language:

Fluency in written and spoken English.

Apply now

Campaign Manager, Humane & Sustainable Agriculture

noreply@blogger.com (admin) — Sat, 24 Dec 2011 05:32:00 +0000

Create a world where animal welfare matters and animal cruelty ends

Food agriculture or supply chain experience welcomed

Asia Pacific based, location flexible

WSPA’s vision is a world where animal welfare matters and animal cruelty ends. With consultative status at the UN and the Council of Europe WSPA is active in more than 50 countries and has hundreds of thousands of supporters worldwide. WSPA campaigns to convince governments and key decision makers to change policies, practices and legislation to ensure animals are protected.

This role’s primary aim is to provide regional leadership to the campaign on Humane & Sustainable Agriculture. The campaign will be measured in numbers of farm animals whose welfare has been improved through changes in legislation, policy and practice and the introduction of humane and sustainable solutions. You will manage a small but growing regional team and work closely

with an International network.

You have extensive experience in farm animal welfare or a related discipline in a campaign, advocacy or government relations role ideally in the animal welfare, food agriculture or supply chain sectors. You must have extensive experience in the Asia Pacific region and available to spend time travelling.

If you can demonstrate your success advocating change towards the advancement of animal welfare please email your resume to cv@ngorecruitment.com or contact Richard Green or Annie Barker in Sydney on +61 2 8243 0570 quoting job # 31010.

Energy Window Assistant (For Indonesian Nationality Only)

noreply@blogger.com (admin) — Thu, 22 Dec 2011 18:08:00 +0000

Background

UNDP partners with people at all levels of society to help build nations that can withstand crisis, and drive and sustain the kind of growth that improves the quality of life for everyone. On the ground in 177 countries and territories, we offer global perspective and local insight to help empower lives and build resilient nations.

I. Organizational Context

The Government of Indonesia established the Indonesia Climate Change Trust Fund (ICCTF) decree in September 2009. The ICCTF shall be nationally managed, and is part of the Government’s commitment to implement the Jakarta Commitment to enhance national ownership and improve aid coordination in response to climate change.

In this framework, the Government and UNDP shall jointly establish and implement the project titled “Preparatory Arrangement for the Indonesia Climate Change Trust Fund (PREP-ICCTF)”. Under Terms of the signed Letter of Agreement (September 2009), the objectives of the Project shall be to:

(1) Provide support to priority climate change initiatives as prioritized by the Government, during an interim period, while the ICCTF is being established;

(2) Provide support and development for establishment of the ICCTF; and

(3) Support capacity development needs of the Government of Indonesia for the efficient and effective implementation of the ICCTF.

PREP-ICCTF shall enable the Government and ICCTF governance entities (the Steering Committee, Technical Committee and Secretariat) to gradually assume full operational responsibility of the trust fund until a National Trustee is appointed.

The ICCTF Secretariat, which also acts as the PREP-ICCTF Project Management Unit, has been operational since February 2010. The Secretariat has started administering the trust fund operationally and supports the functions of the ICCTF Steering Committee and Technical Committee. To implement the PREP-ICCTF, various staff will be hired and activities undertaken under the ICCTF Secretariat, which will also cover the functions of a standard UNDP Project Management Unit (PMU).

ICCTF operates in three thematic windows, namely: land based mitigation, energy, and resilience and adaptation. The ICCTF Steering Committee has approved three pilot projects to be funded in the first batch funding of ICCTF. The pilot projects covers the area of energy conservation (energy window, implemented by the Ministry of Industry), sustainable peatland management (land based mitigation window, implemented by the Ministry of Agriculture), and public awareness raising (resilience and adaptation window, implemented by the Agency for Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysics). The Letter of Agreement (LoA) of the pilot projects was signed in September 2010, and the projects are expected to finish by December 2011.

ICCTF governance is currently reviewing the development str`tegy of ICCTF National Trust Fund and preparing an advancement of ICCTF Secretariat function by establishing new units to anticipate the upcoming more complex functions and work loads of ICCTF operation.

Under the guidance and direct supervision of Energy Window Officer, the Energy Window Assistant is responsible to support the activities, project appraisal and funded project implementation in Energy Window. The Energy Window Assistant will report to the Energy Window Officer.

The Energy Window Assistant works in close collaboration with the Monitoring and Evaluation of PREP-ICCTF, the Communication Associate of PREP-ICCT, the Project Associate of PREP-ICCTF, UNDP, Bappenas, executing agencies, and other line ministries on ICCTF operation as required for the administrative or documentation issues and exchange of information.

Duties and Responsibilities

II. Functions / Key Results Expected

Summary of Key Functions:

Support the implementation of coordination of activities and stakeholders of Energy Window.

Support the implementation of coordination of project appraisal and project implementation in Energy Window.

Contribute to ICCTF institutional development and support to ICCTF Secretariat.

1. Assist the Energy Window Officer to ensure the implementation of coordination of activities and stakeholders of Energy Window, focusing on achievement of the following results:

Support the Energy Window Officer and NPM of PREP-ICCTF in coordinating activities of Energy Window that involve relevant stakeholders of line ministries/agencies, independent experts, academia/researchers, CSO/NGOs, and private sectors.

Support the data compilation and preparation for the review of achievements and lessons learnt of energy pilot project.

Support the Energy Window Officer and NPM of PREP-ICCTF in developing a pipeline of innovative and qualified project proposals from potential beneficiaries.

Prepare the draft of documents of ICCTF institutional development such as revision/improvement of SOP, Investment Strategy, Business Plan and Transition Plan.

2. Assist Energy Window Officer to ensure the implementation of coordination of project appraisal and project implementation in Energy Window, focusing on achievement of the following results:

? Support the Energy Window Officer and NPM of PREP-ICCTF in coordinating the whole process of project appraisal in Energy Window for the new batch ICCTF funding.

Support the Energy Window Officer in developing and preparing application package for the Call for Proposal in Energy Window

Support the Energy Window Officer in conducting required trainings/workshops/discussions on technical substance of project document development with the potential or shortlisted project proponents in Energy Window.

Support the Energy Window Officer and NPM of PREP-ICCTF in overseeing the implementation of ICCTF funded projects in Energy Window.

Support the monitoring and evaluation of ICCTF funded projects in Energy Window including data compilation and preparation of monitoring and evaluation reports.

3. Contributes to ICCTF institutional development and support to ICCTF Secretariat, focusing on achievement of the following results:

Under coordination of NPM of PREP-ICCTF, support the efforts to outreach and involve ICCTF beneficiaries which include: line ministries/agencies, local government, academia, non-government organizations, and private sector association.

Contribution to various meetings, workshops, trainings and other functions related to ICCTF.

Provide supports required for the operation of the ICCTF Secretariat.

III. Impact of Results

The key results have an impact on the overall PREP-ICCTF funded project efficiency in the implementation of activities for Energy Window.

Competencies

IV. Competencies and Critical Success Factors

Functional Competencies:

Advocacy/Advancing A Policy-Oriented Agenda

Level 1.1: Support the preparation of information for advocacy

Knowledge and understanding of evaluation and development evaluation in particular.

Identifies relevant information for advocacy for a variety of audiences

Results-Based Programme Development and Management

Level 1.1: Contributing to results through provision of information

Provides information and documentation on specific stages of projects/programme implementation

Building Strategic Partnerships

Level 1.1: Maintaining information and databases

Analyzes general information and selects materials in support of partnership building initiatives

Promoting Organizational Learning and Knowledge Sharing

Level 1.1: Basic research and analysis

Researches best practices and poses new, more effective ways of doing things

Promotes knowledge management in the ICCTF Secretariat and a learning environment through leadership and personal example.

Job Knowledge/Technical Expertise

Level 1.1: Fundamental knowledge of processes, methods and procedures

Understands the main processes and methods of work regarding to the position

Possesses basic knowledge of organizational policies and procedures relating to the position and applies them consistently in work tasks

Demonstrates good knowledge of information technology and applies it in work assignments

Global Leadership and Advocacy for UNDP’s Goals

Level 1.1: Research and analysis

Identifies relevant information for advocacy for UNDP’s goals for a variety of audiences

Client Orientation

Level 1.1: Maintains effective client relationships

Reports to internal and external clients in a timely and appropriate fashion

Organizes and prioritizes work schedule to meet client needs and deadlines

Establishes, builds and sustains effective relationships within the work unit and with internal and external clients

Responds to client needs promptly

Core Competencies:

Demonstrating/safeguarding ethics and integrity

Demonstrate corporate knowledge and sound judgment

Self-development, initiative-taking

Acting as a team player and facilitating team work

Facilitating and encouraging open communication in the team, communicating effectively

Creating synergies through self-control

Managing conflict

Learning and sharing knowledge and encourage the learning of others.

Informed and transparent decision making

Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability

Required Skills and Experience

V. Recruitment Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Development Studies, or other relevant discipline.

Experience:

Minimum 3 years working experience in the fields of energy and climate change, environment and development at national or international level, with at least 1 year working experience at the regional or international organization in the environmental development field.

Will be advantages if having these experiences as below:

Experience in environmental research related to energy sector.

Hands-on experience in liaising and working with government institution, non-government organization and university in developing the project proposal and managing the project.

Work experience with Bappenas and trust fund management institution will be a significant advantage.

Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages and database software packages.

Language Requirements:

Excellent command of English and Bahasa Indonesia, both spoken and written.

APPLICANT MUST COMPLETE P11 FORM AND SUBMIT AS PART OF THEIR APPLICATION . Click here to down load the form P11

Female candidates are encouraged to apply

UNDP Indonesia reserves the right to select one or more candidates from this vacancy announcement.We may also retain applications and consider candidates applying to this post for other similar positions with UNDP Indonesia at the same grade level and with similar job description, experience and education requirements.

Job Vacancy: Specialist in Extreme Poverty Reduction, Bogotá, Colombia

noreply@blogger.com (admin) — Thu, 22 Dec 2011 17:10:00 +0000

About Fundación Capital:

Fundación Capital is a regional non-profit organization whose mission is to reduce poverty through the design, management, and implementation of innovative projectsthat reinforce low-income families’ ability to generate and maintain their human, productive, and financial assets. In particular, Fundación Capital works to expand and improve access to formal financial services and design instruments that enable productive investment. The Foundation began its activities in 2007 and is focused primarily on Latin America and the Caribbean.

About the position:

Fundación Capital is seeking a full-time specialist to be part of a team that will support its “Graduation Project” in the design of innovative public policy model for families in extreme poverty in Colombia. The specialist will support the process of improvement of public policy for the reduction of extreme poverty in Colombia (Graduation), as well as the design, testing, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of innovative pilots for families in extreme poverty, based on the adaptation of successful experiences in Colombia and other countries. Furthermore, the specialist will support the knowledge management process, including the coordination of a regional Graduation Working Group. The Graduation Project encompasses numerous intervention elements, such as linking consumption smoothing, social protection, financial inclusion and popular savings mobilization, income generation and training, and asset protection.

Tasks & Responsibilities:

· Generate inputs for the improvement of Colombia’s public policy related to extreme poverty reduction, and for the design, jointly with the Government of Colombia, of pilot projects that will enable the graduation of Colombian families living in extreme poverty.

· Support the implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the proposed graduation model and pilots.

· Support graduation knowledge management activities, mainly through the creation and animation of a Graduation Working Group at the regional level.

Qualifications:

· Master's degree in economics, public administration, finance, or related areas.

· Professional experience of at least eight (8) years in the area of ??social development, poverty alleviation, microfinance and/or related areas.

· Excellent writing and oral communication skills. Knowledge of other communication media such as videos, blogs, will be considered an asset.

· Knowledge of qualitative and quantitative research methods and field work experience.

· Fluency in Spanish and English. Full professional proficiency in Spanish is required.

· Excellent interpersonal relations. Listening skills and teamwork.

· Availability to travel inside and outside of Colombia and work in the field up to 50% of the time.

Those interested should send a CV and cover letter to: hr@fundacioncapital.org, with the subject line: “Specialist in Extreme Poverty Reduction” before January 15, 2012. Please include salary expectations and availability.

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POST OF PROGRAM COORDINATOR CU, DELHI

noreply@blogger.com (admin) — Thu, 22 Dec 2011 16:58:00 +0000

PROFILE

STEER FOUNDATION is a National level Non-Government organization working for social development & technology through numerous programs of education, environment development, advocacy & research across the country.

Desire Profile of the candidates:

Knowledge of preparing financial Budgeting, compliance of legal & financial requirement, strategic planning & resource mobilization, reporting with protocol & formats to out reach programs.

A Dynamic and experienced in executing, managing development, programs & coordinate with project teams with core values of organization, competence & integrity.

Knowledge in the filed of education, Health care, environment, women empowerment, the Monitoring of program and assignment, orientation & trouble shootings.

Expertise in team motivation/vision, development of the project and donor management capability with excellent communication & leadership skills and smooth administration.

Should be able to lad the teams by examples with capacity to take risks for achieving the target.

Desired work experience: 5 – 7 Years related to NGO Management work.

How to apply

Send Cover letter & Resume to Chairman, STEER FOUNDATION Address 5, Begumpur, Park, 1st Floor Shivalik Road, Malviya Nagar, New Delhi. Email: steerfoundation@hotmail.com with subject “Resume for the post of PROGRAM COORDINATOR cum SECRETARY”

Country Program Director, Dominican Republic / Haiti

noreply@blogger.com (admin) — Wed, 16 Nov 2011 07:34:00 +0000

Country Program Director, Dominican Republic / Haiti

Solidarity Center

The Solidarity Center, founded in 1997 by the AFL-CIO to tackle the enormous challenges workers face in the global economy, now works with union and community group partners in more than 60 countries through a network of 26 field offices. This not-for-profit organization offers education, training, research, legal support, and organizing assistance to help build strong and effective trade unions and other workers’ organizations and more just and equitable societies. Its programs promote democratic rights and respect for workers; raise public awareness about abuses of the world’s most vulnerable workers; and, above all, help the world’s workers secure a voice in their societies and the global economy.

The Center seeks a country program director to lead the work of advancing the Center’s mission in the Dominican Republic and Haiti. The country program director reports directly to the Center’s regional program director for the Americas, and works in close partnership with AFL-CIO affiliates, the ITUC- Trade Union Confederation of the Americas, and various NGOs active in the region, particularly in Haiti. The Washington, D.C.-based Center has a staff of 245and an annual budget of $30 million. The position requires residency in the Dominican Republic and frequent travel to Haiti.

Responsibilities

· With the Americas regional staff, develop and implement program priorities for work in the DR/Haiti, consistent with the strategic vision of the Solidarity Center’s global and regional work; revisit those priorities as needed to reflect changing national regional realities.

· Lead and oversee the department’s local staff and consultants in the Dominican Republic and Haiti, and manage local office operations

· Serve as the representative of the US labor movement in the Dominican Republic and Haiti

· Represent the interests and issues of the Haitian and Dominican labor movements, their labor issues, and their global importance within the Center, the AFL-CIO, and the U.S. labor movement broadly as well as to U.S. government programs in the region, other NGOs, and the academic community. Build bridges to and coalitions and collaborative efforts with allies in the Dominican Republic and Haiti working to advance worker rights.

· Assure the high quality and effectiveness of the Center’s work in the Dominican Republic and Haiti through monitoring, evaluation, and reporting of program work

Qualifications:

· Knowledge of the region, and experience in the U.S. and/or international labor movement and/or the human rights movement. Understanding of the political economy of the Dominican Republic and Haiti and their place in the global economy is critical, as is an understanding of the U.S. labor movement.

· Experience in leading grassroots campaigns, including union or community organizing, and conducting popular education with a range of audiences.

· The ability to communicate ideas and information effectively to U.S. and international: Spanish fluency is required, Haitian Creole or French language proficiency highly desired.

· Proven ability to work successfully in complex political environments and collaboratively as part of a dynamic team.

· Grant management skills including proposal writing, program monitoring, budget tracking, and regular reporting.

· B.A. degree in a relevant field

Personal Qualities:

The successful candidate will bring a sense of passion about the region and its politics, a strong social justice orientation, and a clear understanding of gender equity as a critical component of workers’ rights. He or she will have good judgment in U.S. and international political environments and the confidence, tenacity, energy, patience, and drive to work with others in this multilayered international organization to advance the cause of workers around the world.

The duration of this position, as with all positions at the Solidarity Center, is contingent upon continued grant funding. Although this position is posted for the Dominican Republic and Haiti, overseas staff may expect to be transferred to other areas of the world.

If interested, please send cover letter and résumé to:

Lisa Humphries

Human Resources Officer

Solidarity Center

888 16th Street, N.W., Suite 400

Washington, D.C. 20006

E-mail: lhumphries@solidaritycenter.org

Fax: (202) 974-8266

Director, Afghanistan Programs,

noreply@blogger.com (admin) — Wed, 16 Nov 2011 07:32:00 +0000

SUMMARY

The Director for Afghanistan Programs will be responsible for the overall management and oversight of the Government and Civil Society Strengthening (GCSS) Practice’s three programs in Afghanistan, valued at approximately $50 million. Reporting to the Vice President of Government and Civil Society Strengthening, the Director will supervise the Chiefs of Party (COPs) in Kabul to effectively manage this project portfolio. In close coordination with the COPs, the Director will ensure that USAID is engaged and informed about program developments, ensure program revisions and work planning meet all donor expectations and requirements, and ensure executive-level engagement from Counterpart HQ on all aspects of the Afghanistan programs. Supported by administrative and technical staff at HQ, and working in daily collaboration with the team in Kabul, the Director will be responsible for ensuring that programs deliver according to work plan, and spend according to budget. The Director will maintain and manage relationships with key international and local program partners (USAID, other USG clients, Afghanistan government counterparts, and implementing partners), and ensure effective communication among all program stakeholders. The Director will oversee quality in program results and impacts; coordinate and liaise with the Finance and Compliance, Security, and Human Resource service units for timely support to field programs; provide ongoing input and support to knowledge management and documentation efforts; proactively identify, mobilize resources; and serve as the GCSS Vice President’s primary manager for Afghanistan programs. The Director will also work with Chiefs of Party to identify program expansion opportunities within Afghanistan. The Director is expected to travel regularly to Kabul, spending up to 30% of his/her time in Counterpart’s Kabul office.

Counterpart contracts with a leading international security management company to provide top-of-the-industry, dedicated, on-site professional security support and guidance. Strict security protocols are followed, including controlled movements, reinforced perimeter security, armored transport, and personal security protection. The security of Counterpart’s team in Afghanistan is closely monitored and managed.

Major Responsibilities

Management

Supervise the Kabul-based Chiefs of Party and all headquarter staff dedicated to Afghanistan programs.

Manage the relationship with key international program partners.

Supervise all program re-design and work-planning efforts to ensure responsiveness to client requirements and feasibility of plans for Counterpart.

Oversee the program budget and burn rate, ensuring that COPs are managing both effectively; and ensure that project pipelines are used as a monitoring tool to track project burn rates and expenditures per line item

Engage with COPs on a daily basis to ensure alignment between Kabul and HQ

Ensure that the HQ-based staff assigned to Afghanistan provide effective backstopping and technical inputs for the program, and mentor HQ-based staff to improve project support

Liaise with internal business and support units for program management

Identify consultants to provide technical assistance to the projects, and coordinate GCSS’ in-house Technical Advisors’ support to the field – ensuring that our internal expertise is maximized for the benefit of the programs in Afghanistan

Oversee and participate in regular field monitoring and evaluation of the programs in Afghanistan

Report monthly to GCSS VP on financial, technical, and managerial performance

M/E and Knowledge Management:

Serve as critical link between field programs and HQ in knowledge management practices and activities

Oversee and support the development and regular revision of project workplans and the monitoring systems to track progress against milestones and performance objectives

Oversee the finalization of program reports and deliverables; ensuring high-quality reports at all times

Support program development activities by providing guidance on best practices from ongoing programs

Guide designated staff person in charge of communication activities

Work to integrate effective GCSS practices and methodologies into the work led by other Counterpart Practice Areas

Representation

Directly engage with USAID Mission in Afghanistan; and with the US Embassy in Afghanistan as required

Directly engage with USAID Washington and policy makers on the Hill to share project success and accomplishments

Regularly engage partners to ensure strong relationships and open communication on technical, administrative, and new business matters

Proactively identify and promote public outreach and representation opportunities and serve as GCSS surrogate at such opportunities – in Afghanistan and globally as appropriate

Key Relationships

Reports to Vice President of GCSS

Supervise Chief of Party in Kabul and HQ-based Afghanistan backstopping staff

Collaborate, coordinate and share management and technical leadership with other GCSS senior HQ staff

Liaise with and deploy Technical Advisors to support work in Afghanistan

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Minimum of 7 years’ experience as Chief of Party or Country/Regional Director on USAID funded development programs (preferably in civil society, policy, government strengthening or economic stabilization – or any combination thereof)

Advanced degree in relevant field

Minimum of ten years’ previous work experience in international development (including the 7 as COP)

Experience working on complex programs in conflict environment (multiple components, over $40 million in total value)

Demonstrated track record of responsible management, problem solving, and proactive management skills

Demonstrated ability to manage partner relationships (other organizations as sub-contractors or sub-grantees on a field program, or through institutional partnerships)

Ability to communicate to create consensus and find common solutions in intercultural settings

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Ability to multi-task and prioritize

Willingness and ability to travel up to 30% of time to Afghanistan

Thorough knowledge of MS Office Suite of programs

Fluency in written and spoken English

Director General (IWMI)-Colombo, Sri Lanka

noreply@blogger.com (admin) — Thu, 20 Oct 2011 03:28:00 +0000

Director General

SRI Executive Search has been retained by our client, the International Water Management Institute (IWMI), to appoint a visionary leader to the prestigious role of Chief Executive Officer. The CEO will lead the further development of IWMI’s strong profile in water and land management. IWMI’s mission is “to improve the management of land and water resources for food, livelihoods and the environment”. The Director General will be based at IWMI’s headquarters in Colombo, Sri Lanka, and report to IWMI’s international governing board.

Required qualifications include:

· Strong visionary and strategic leadership, with a proven record of managing a research institution, and proven ability in resource mobilisation.

· High academic qualifications and comprehensive experience in water resources and/or land/irrigation management in developing countries.

· Broad understanding of sustainable cross-sectorial water resources and agricultural developments, and the global issues affecting them.

· Effective and persuasive communication skills in English (skills in other languages desirable).

· Strong abilities in building networks and partnerships.

The Director General is appointed for a 5-years term, with the possibility of renewal for a second term. An internationally competitive package of salary and benefits is offered.

IWMI is an autonomous, non-profit research organisation supported by the Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR). IWMI has a budget of USD 32 million and a staff of 250. More information about IWMI can be obtained at www.iwmi.cgiar.org.

For further information on this position, please reply in confidence to Ms. Ursula Gallagher,

Director, SRI Executive Search (www.sri-executive.com), 40 Grand Canal Street Upper, Dublin 4,

Ireland, Telephone +353 1 6479206 or via email IWMI@sri-executive.com

Closing date for receipt of applications is Friday 3rd December 2011.

IWMI is an international and equal opportunity organization and believes that diversity of staff contributes to excellence. IWMI encourages female and developing country professionals to apply.

POSTDOCTORAL FELLOW-AGRICULTURAL REUSE, Ghana, Sri Lanka or India

noreply@blogger.com (admin) — Thu, 20 Oct 2011 03:26:00 +0000

The Person and the Job

If you have a background in the productive use of domestic or agro-industrial waste resources (waste compost, co-compost, wastewater, urine, fecal

sludge, etc.) preferably in agriculture this could be just the assignment for you.

IWMI seeks two postdoctoral fellows in its Resource Recovery & Reuse (http://www.iwmi.cgiar.org/CRP5/Chapter-6.aspx) group which will contribute

from the agricultural and environmental perspective to the development and application of safe business models on resource recovery in urban and

peri-urban low-income settings across Asia and Africa. This position reports to the Theme Leader, Water Quality, Health and Environment.

You will:

• design and supervise field data collection and analysis of existing reuse projects and enterprises in view of their agronomic

performance, acceptance and environmental impact and risk;

• work within a multi-disciplinary team merging social, economic, environmental, and technical analysis related to the recovery of water,

nutrients, organic matter and biogas from waste, including joint collecting and analysis of data;

• guide action research on safe and productive reuse options with local partners;

• model waste use and environmental and agronomic impacts within feasibility studies for planned reuse cases at different scale;

• liaise with public and private sector stakeholders on the feasi bility of waste reuse options applicable to the local context;

• contribute ideas about linking in safe ways agriculture and san itation to enhance food security and business opportunities alo ng the

sanitation value chain in low-income settings; and

• prepare scientific reports and articles for peer-reviewed journals and represent IWMI, as required, at national and internatio nal events.

You must possess:

• a recent PhD in the area of expertise described above;

• a degree in Civil, Agricultural or Environmental Engineering, S oil Science and Plant Nutrition, or related disciplines;

• knowledge of analysis of plant nutrients and heavy metals in wa ter, crop and soil;

• knowledge of current guidelines for the agricultural use of was te products, especially by WHO;

• knowledge of sanitation and food security and safety challenges in low-income countries;

• excellent written and spoken English; other languages would be an additional advantage;

• ability to establish priorities, plan, organize and monitor own work in a multiple task environment;

• strong interpersonal skills to maintain effective relationships in multi-cultural and multi-disciplinary teams;

• ability to work respectfully with local and international partn ers and

• proven ability to write scientific papers.

It would be useful if you have:

• experience in project management;

• known about pathogenic risk factors of poor sanitation;

• worked on environmental impact assessment or modeling; and

• experience of material flow analysis, GIS or have some backgrou nd in economic analysis.

A postdoctoral contract is available for two years and is non-renewable. IWMI salaries are competitive with those of similar international

institutions and offer a range of benefits including housing and utilities allowance, vehicle allowance, education allowance, annual home leave,

health insurance package and shipping assistance.

The position will remain open until filled. We will begin reviewing applications on 6 November 2011

Please submit your application on-line at: www.iwmi.org/About_IWMI/Vacancies/ Review of applications on 6th November 2011

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Legislative Gap Analysis Consultancy - Privacy Laws and E-Governance, Good Governance Program, Georgia

noreply@blogger.com (admin) — Fri, 14 Oct 2011 13:36:00 +0000

Project/Proposal Summary:

The USAID Good Governance in Georgia Program (G3) works with national and local governmental agencies to improve services, efficiency and instill good governance practices. The project is targeted at improving public administration at the federal level by advancing public sector reform in relevant governmental institutions to make the management of public affairs more transparent, accountable, responsive and effective. In order to assist the government with the further development of the legislative framework and accompanying regulations for e-governance, the G3 project will provide legislative analysis of Georgia’s private protection laws and research into comparative models to ensure that citizen rights are not compromised.

Position Summary:

The technical assistance provided will analyze legislation, identify gaps and develop recommendations that will allow the G3 Program to meet its commitments and is of high priority for the project as a whole. The subcontractor will work for a maximum total of 15 working days, including 10 working days in the country and 5 online working days, from September – December 2011.

Responsibilities:

• Research and provide a detailed description of the relevant laws, legislation and regulations on privacy protection that are currently in existence or in development in Georgia;

• Research and provide a detailed comparative analysis of comparable models of privacy protection laws, particularly within the European Union, and provide recommendations on how to bring Georgia’s existing legislation into compliance with international and EU standards;

• Based upon the comparative model research, provide recommendations on how to make e-governance popularly accessible in Georgia;

• Provide support and guidance to a selected local NGO in the development and implementation of a public information campaign that will inform citizens of the basic rights and utility of e-governance;

• Prepare a final report that will be delivered to the G3 program and other stakeholders, as may be appropriate (governmental partners, CSOs, donors, technical assistance implementers, etc.), identifying any legislative gaps, making preliminary findings on comparative models for e-governance legislation, and making proposed recommendations on any legislative changes that may be necessary to bring Georgian legislation into compliance with international and EU standards.

Qualifications:

• Demonstrated expertise in international standards for privacy laws and e-governance regulations, particularly within the European Union;

• Prior experience with USAID and/or other donor-funded technical assistance projects;

• Advanced degree in law strongly preferred, especially with a focus on comparative law and regulations of the European Union;

• Experience working with drafting legislation and the legislative process desired;

• Fluency in English required, including excellent English writing skills.

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

PROGRAMME ASSISTANT (HIV AIDS PREVENTION)-PAPUA NEW GUINEA

noreply@blogger.com (admin) — Thu, 13 Oct 2011 11:02:00 +0000

Location	Port Moresby, PAPUA NEW GUINEA
Application Deadline	28-Oct-11
Type of Contract	Service Contract
Post Level	SC-5
Languages Required	English
Starting Date (date when the selected candidate is expected to start)	01-Oct-2011
Duration of Initial Contract	1 year with possibility of extension
Expected Duration of Assignment	1 year

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INTERNATIONAL EXPERT FOR AARHUS CENTRE ESTABLISHMENT

noreply@blogger.com (admin) — Thu, 13 Oct 2011 11:01:00 +0000

Location	Home-based, 1 trip to Minsk, BELARUS
Application Deadline	27-Oct-11
Type of Contract	Individual Contract
Post Level	International Consultant
Languages Required	English Russian
Starting Date (date when the selected candidate is expected to start)	01-Nov-2011
Duration of Initial Contract	01.11.2011– 31.10.2012

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PROCUREMENT ASSOCIATE (LOCAL POSITION)

noreply@blogger.com (admin) — Thu, 13 Oct 2011 10:58:00 +0000

Location	Nairobi, KENYA
Application Deadline	27-Oct-11
Type of Contract	Service Contract
Post Level	SC-6
Languages Required	English
Duration of Initial Contract	One year
Expected Duration of Assignment	One year (with possibility of extension)

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E T Consultant-New Delhi, India

noreply@blogger.com (admin) — Mon, 26 Sep 2011 05:25:00 +0000

Job #	111801
Job Title	E T Consultant
Job Family	Other
Location	New Delhi, India
Appointment	Local Hire
Job Posted	22-Sep-2011
Closing Date	10-Oct-2011
Language Requirements	English [Essential]; Hindi [Essential]
Appointment Type

Background / General descriptionThe Water and Sanitation Program (WSP) is an international partnership that uses technical assistance to improve policies, practices and capacities in the water and sanitation sector (www.wsp.org). In rural sanitation, WSP is supporting the National, State and District Governments in implementing the Total Sanitation Campaign (TSC), a national program to increase access to rural sanitation. Additional information on the TSC can be found at http://ddws.nic.in and http://nirmalgrampuraskar.nic.in

WSP support for TSC includes the promotion of community led approaches to create demand and supply for sanitation, and which envisages the creation of open defecation free rural areas by empowering communities to change their own sanitation status. Under these interventions, support is provided at the national and state levels for creating an enabling policy, institutional and incentive framework, and at district levels for creating capacities for mobilizing communities using participatory approaches. Various activities like stakeholder workshops, orientation programs, cross visits, training of trainers, and follow up handholding support is provided to states and districts, some of which are undertaken by outsourcing to other resource agencies. This is based on a demand from national, state and district levels and is currently underway in states like Rajasthan, Bihar, Jharkhand and Meghalaya and may expand to other states based on demand. At present, a vacancy exists for State Coordinator (Extended Term Consultant) for Bihar and Jharkhand based at Patna. An Extended Term Consultant Appointment is a full-time appointment for a minimum of one year.

Purpose of assignment

WSP endeavors to support the reform agenda with technical assistance. This technical assistance includes policy support (advocacy at state level), implementation support (capacity building & training), and knowledge management (evaluation & sharing of experiences). A state coordinator (Extended Term Consultant) is proposed to be engaged for supporting this initiative.

The state coordinator works closely with the government departments responsible for the delivery of sanitation services. The state coordinator acts as advisor to the concerned departments and local governments, entrusted with the responsibility of supporting the sanitation sectors.
Duties and Accountabilities

The key responsibilities of the State Coordinator are as follows.

• Advocacy : Work with stakeholders at state and district level to promote participatory principles and approaches, at policy, strategic and operational levels, to achieve and sustain Total Sanitation status at scale

• Capacity Building: Provide capacity building and implementation support at state and districts based on demand, for adopting Community Led approaches and strategies. These may include orientation of stakeholders, facilitating cross visits within the state, nationally or internationally, training events, follow up handholding visits, support in developing monitoring systems and identifying lessons learnt.

• Research, documentation and dissemination: Facilitate studies and research into the process and impacts of implementation of sanitation projects. Documentation of best practices at various levels on social and institutional processes and also on impacts of the intervention. Support the sharing of information across districts, states and the region.

Activities

• Support the state and districts to develop strategies to achieve total sanitation status

• Advocate and support state and districts to develop appropriate institutional models for implementation of total sanitation

• Support advocacy through state, divisional and district workshops, exposure visits to best practices and other events for implementation of total sanitation in rural areas. This will require organization of the workshops, preparation of workshop agenda, preparing presentations, and lead the discussion during the workshop.

• Develop modules and advocacy notes that provide guidance to district/block level officials to plan and implement a total sanitation coverage approach.

• Facilitate the conduct of training and other capacity building events at district levels – coordinate with district on organizing various types of training programs, ensuring appropriate selection of participants, selective participating in training programs to ensure quality control and facilitating documentation and reporting.

• Peer review and provide technical inputs to project design, monitoring and evaluation and performance benchmarking plans.

• Facilitate studies and research into the process and impacts of implementation of rural sanitation projects. Documentation of best practices at various levels on social and institutional processes and also on impacts of the intervention. Support the sharing of information across districts and states.

Throughout the assignment, the Consultant will be required to hold discussions with the clients, policy makers and other relevant professional groups apart from the key staff in WSP-SA and the World Bank.

Outputs Expected

• Reports on workshops, meetings, interactions with clients and partners

• Input to strategy documents of state level sanitation strategies, reports of situation assessments.

• Peer review and provide technical inputs to project design / monitoring and evaluation plans.

• Reports and presentations of research studies, documentation of case studies, best practices and field notes.

• Other reports as required by project to help the team to deliver the sanitation agenda to the clients and in meeting the program objectives

Work Relationships

1. Report to the Task Team Leader and coordinate with other members of the team as required.

2. Liaison with governments, private sector, NGOs and other institutions.

• Education: Postgraduate degree or higher qualifications in a relevant discipline.

• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience working on rural developmental issues, with some experience in rural sanitation; interacting with government programs is an advantage.

• Language skills: Fluent in speaking, reading and writing in English and Hindi

Essential skills/knowledge/competencies

• A sound understanding of key operational and institutional issues in the Indian rural sanitation sector

• Strong Project Management skills, and in particular the skills of strategic planning, management, coordination

• Understanding of the administrative systems of government and ability to operate within these

• Strong relationship building skills, specially with regard to forming and maintaining relationships with government officials and civil society personnel involved with the WSS sector

• Ability to coordinate between state governments and districts

• Good organization and communication skills

• Strong understanding and competence in participatory training methodologies

• Strong analytical and quantitative skills, methodological rigor and problem-solving ability

• Ability to work independently, seeking guidance on complex projects/issues from senior specialists

• Ability to function effectively in multi-disciplinary teams within a matrix management environment;

• Ability to deal sensitively in multi-cultural environments and build effective working relations with clients and colleagues;

• Ability to produce quality work under pressure and adhere to deadlines

• Appropriate level of office information technology skills

• Able to travel extensively within the state and if required, outside the state

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Senior Social Development Specialist

noreply@blogger.com (admin) — Mon, 26 Sep 2011 05:17:00 +0000

Job #	111873
Job Title	Senior Social Development Specialist
Job Family	Social Development
Location	Jakarta, Indonesia
Appointment	International Hire
Job Posted	22-Sep-2011
Closing Date	06-Oct-2011
Language Requirements	English [Essential]
Appointment Type

Background / General description

The World Bank’s Social Development (SD) Department in Indonesia manages a large and diverse portfolio of loan operations, policy guidance, analytical work, and operational research around the themes of poverty reduction and community-driven development (CDD). The National Program for Community Empowerment in Rural Areas (PNPM-Rural) – previously the Kecamatan Development Program – is the main loan operation of the Department. The Government of Indonesia (GOI) has recently scaled-up PNPM’s rural and urban components to cover the entire country. Contributing to the GOI’s national poverty reduction initiatives, PNPM-Rural’s development objective is for villagers in rural locations to benefit from improved socio-economic and local governance conditions. This objective is being achieved through: (i) communities’ participating in an open planning process; (ii) provision of grants to communities directly and transparently to finance an open menu of poverty alleviation activities; and (iii) enhancing the capacity of central government and local governments to partner with community organizations in service provision. Within the core PNPM-Rural program, there is a pilot-program known as ‘Green PNPM’ which is designed to further integrate environmental issues into the CDD planning and implementation processes. Operationally, Green PNPM follows the same approach as PNPM-Rural - block grants are disbursed through the national budget system at the subdistrict- level to fund individual sub-projects that have been selected by communities through a gender-inclusive, competitive, participatory process. Green PNPM differs from PNPM-Rural in that it is only active in select target locations (currently, 78 subdistricts within 27 districts in 8 provinces) on Sulawesi and Sumatra Islands, and the block grant funding is specifically earmarked to finance community investments in ‘green’ sub-projects. Green PNPM is not overly prescriptive of the specific types of ‘green’ sub-projects that are eligible for block grant funding. Yet the sub-projects are expected to demonstrate a direct or indirect positive environmental/economics/social impact, focusing on the improvement of natural resource management (NRM) practices, ecological conservation, environmentally sensitive livelihood activities, and/or increased use of renewable energy (RE). A significant portion of Green PNPM’s block grants is allocated by the GOI to finance investments in decentralized micro-hydro power (MHP) schemes – which are not only in demand in many rural areas, but are also dependent on a continued and protected water flow which is best ensured through communities’ effective management of surrounding water catchment areas. In addition to the block grants, Green PNPM also funds a range of GOI-, Civil Society Organization- (CSO) and World Bank-executed technical assistance (TA) packages which are designed to facilitate the community sub-project selection and implementation processes and to evaluate the impact of the pilot-program’s interventions. These TA packages include: (i) GOI-contracted consultants responsible for facilitating community meetings and performing a range of operational tasks related to the design and management of the pilot program’s Management Information System (MIS), financial management/procurement and training, as well as for providing technical guidance pertaining to sub-project implementation regarding resource management and other environmental issues; (ii) Grants to local and international CSOs to deliver environmental awareness raising and training activities to community beneficiaries and government officials within the target area; and (iii) Social/economic studies to evaluate the impact of Green PNPM’s interventions to identify means in which environmental issues can be further integrated into PNPM’s core operations and the CDD process. Green PNPM is currently funded by two separate World Bank-administered Trust Funds, to which six international donors contribute, and have collectively pledged approximately US$ 53 million to finance five years (2008 – 2012) of block grant disbursements and TA. The technical, managerial, and administration assistance provided by the World Bank to Green PNPM is primarily channeled through the PNPM Support Facility (PSF) which houses staff and consultants dedicated to support the GOI in the implementation of this pilot program. As Green PNPM is a pilot program, in its final years of implementation a key focus of the PSF will be in (i) documenting lessons learned regarding the livelihood benefits that can derive from community investments in NRM and RE activities, and (ii) in identifying means to fully integrate its operations with those of the core PNPM-Rural program in view of a gradual national scale-up.

Duties and Accountabilities

# The primary responsibilities of the Sr. Social Development Officer are to (i) supervise the implementation of Green PNPM’s various Recipient--executed technical components; (ii) manage the implementation of Green PNPM’s World Bank executed components; (iii) support national and local GOI counterparts in addressing systemic implementation issues associated with ensuring Natural Resource Management and Renewable Energy play a greater prominence in the planning, implementation, and monitoring of local development activities; and (iv) to provide strategic guidance to the PSF in further integrating Green PNPM’s technical components into the core operations of PNPM-Rural in view of the eventual national scale-up of the program. More in particular, the responsibilities of the Sr. Social Development Office will include the following: Articulate the strategy for PNPM Green moving forward, including the strategic vision and approaches to ensure the community driven development activities in Indonesia are consistent with, and contribute to, environmentally sustainable development.

# Task Team Leader for PNPM Green. This includes the full range of Task Team Leader responsibility, including the supervision of a team of World Bank staff and consultants who provide administrative and technical assistance to Green PNPM.

# Be the point person for the World Bank Indonesia Social Team’s engagements with various GOI offices with regard to PNPM Green, including the Vice-President’s Poverty Coordination Office, Ministries of Home Affairs, Planning, Mines and Energy, and Forestry at the central and local levels.

# Provide supervision and implementation support to the GOI project implementation team to ensure high quality management of Green PNPM, including but not limited to: development/revision of annual work plans, budgets, procurement plans; training of GOI-contracted consultants and facilitators and pilot-program stakeholders; procurement of goods and consultant services; financial management systems; management information systems; and design/implementation of socialization and communications strategies. The Sr. Social Development Officer is responsible to ensure that the GOI implementation team’s practices regarding these operational matters adhere to all applicable World Bank policies.

# Coordinate closely with the teams in the PNPM Support Facility that focus on (a) field supervision; (b) Financial Management; (c) Monitoring and Evaluation; (d) Gender; (e) Knowledge Management and Communication; (f) and Trust Fund Management to ensure that the implementation support provided to the GOI is of outstanding quality, that best practices are amplified, and that systemic issues can be detected and addressed as needed. In the same vein, ensure that the lessons learned from the implementation of PNPM Green can benefit the entire program.

# Ensure that the Program draws on global best practice in the area of community-based natural resource management and renewable energy. Regularly document lessons learned and best practices from Indonesia and ensure that these are shared widely with other similar programs across the world.

# Manage Grant Agreements awarded by the World Bank local and international Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) partners tasked with delivering environmental awareness raising and training activities to community beneficiaries and local government officials. Ensure that all CSO activities are coordinated with GOI-executed activities and work to support the objectives of PNPM.

# Ensure timely disbursement of funds or, in case timely disbursement is problematic, identify and address the root causes as needed.

# Regularly conduct field supervision missions within Green PNPM target locations to identify field-level problems, recommend remedial actions, and identify means in which the pilot-program can be better integrated with PNPM’s core operations.

# Develop and regularly update information packages about Green PNPM for public relations/promotional purposes for the World Bank internal audiences, development partners, and GOI and international government agencies.

# As required, prepare briefing material on Green PNPM, develop proposals/concept notes/project papers and associated budgets related to any restructuring/additional financing, and draft official correspondences to the GOI and international donors on behalf of the World Bank concerning operational/technical/financial matters related to the pilot program.

# Coordinate with the World Bank’s PNPM operational management team on joint planning, implementation, and monitoring arrangements for PNPM and Green PNPM. Associated duties include that status reports on all Grants/Trust Funds financed by Green PNPM are updated regularly and in compliance with the World Bank’s internal monitoring requirements and adhere to the reporting requirements of the PSF.

# Keep informed about, and where possible work to coordinate Green PNPM activities with, projects managed by the World Bank Environmental teams and other complementary projects financed through other sources.

# Contribute to the design of evaluations and studies to measure the social/economic/environmental impact of Green PNPM interventions.

# Other duties and tasks as specified by the Social Development Sector Coordinator or designee. III. MANAGEMENT The Sr. Social Development Officer will be supervised by the Social Development Coordinator or whoever he/she may designate.

Selection Criteria

# Master’s or higher degree in relevant discipline, e.g., natural resource management, ecology, environmental studies, international/community development, sociology, economics, etc.

# Minimum of 8 years of professional experience in project management and operations, preferably with community development projects, or agriculture/environmental/NRM projects in a developing country setting.

# Experience working on large-scale government operations is highly desirable, as experience liaising with government officials at various administrative levels and international donors. Familiarity with environmental, NRM, and/or renewable energy issues in Indonesia and/or other countries is preferred.

# Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English. Must be able to produce clear, concise, and persuasive written documents including briefs, memos, reports and proposals.

# Experience working in Indonesia is highly desirable, as is a working knowledge of the Indonesian language.

# Knowledge of monitoring and impact evaluation methodologies is highly desirable.

# Familiarity with World Bank systems and procedures preferred.

# Demonstrated team leadership, initiative, and problem-solving skills. Must be able work under tight timelines.

# Excellent interpersonal skills. Team player. The World Bank Group is committed to achieving diversity in terms of gender, nationality, culture and educational background. Individuals with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.

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job vacancy-Senior Officer Public Outreach & Civil Society

noreply@blogger.com (admin) — Mon, 26 Sep 2011 05:14:00 +0000

THE ASEAN SECRETARIAT INVITES ASEAN NATIONALS TO APPLY FOR THE FOLLOWING VACANCY SENIOR OFFICER PUBLIC OUTREACH & CIVIL SOCIETY The ASEAN Secretariat is currently looking for a qualified candidate to fill the position of Senior Officer, Public Outreach & Civil Society Division who will work under the Community Affairs Development Directorate, Community & Corporate Affairs Department. This Division is to plan and implement the ASEAN Secretariat (ASEC)’s media and public relations /communications activities (including the ASEAN Web, social media , publications, photos and videos), and manage internal ASEC communications. Duties and Responsibilities: 1. Coordinate communication programmes/plan  Write/Edit media release, news bulletin, articles and speeches.  Disseminate news to the media, manage/update media contact list, and maintain good media relations.  Provide inputs and monitor the ASEAN web and social media .  Identify high-profile/targeted opportunities (including press conferences) and arrange media queries and/or request for interviews with SG, DSG and Directors.  Monitor/Analyze/Report on media coverage. 2. Coordinate events organised by the ASEAN Secretariat  Plan and coordinate events with internal and external parties.  Manage event logistics with Administration and Protocol Division. 3. Coordinate activities and provide required support for the implementation and monitoring of programmes and/or projects  Manage and implement agreed programmes as schedule.  Coordinate planned projects with Member States. 4. Review Publication and articles produced by the ASEAN Secretariat  Review all publications in accordance with the publication guidelines.  Review all articles which will be published at the ASEAN Website.  Manage production of ASEAN Annual Report. Requirements:  At least six (6) years corporate communications experience covering journalism/media relations management, major regional/international events, and outreach activities through traditional and digital means in a regional/international/multilateral setting.  Postgraduate Degree in Mass/Public Communications, Journalism, Public/International Relations or related fields.  Demonstrated skills in problem solving, planning and the development of policies and procedures.  Experience in motivating staff and working effectively with people at all levels of the organisation. Demonstrated commitment to collaborative work practices.  Proven ability to conduct both formal and on the job training, and identify professional/technical development staff goal.  Possess a broad spectrum of interpersonal and communications skills, including excellent written and spoken English, in cross-cultural/international settings.  Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain sound working relationships with stakeholders and the media.  Competency in computer skills with adequate knowledge of Microsoft Office and Outlook where relevant to the position.  Excellent command of English, written and spoken. Proven ability for accuracy under pressure and adherence to deadlines. Remuneration and Benefits: Successful candidate will be offered the post with a probation period of six months and monthly salary starting from USD 2,900. There are other applicable benefits which include housing, medical, education of dependent children, and gratuity. Upon completion of the probationary period, the candidate will be confirmed for up to threeyear contract, inclusive of the six-month probationary period, in the first instance. How to apply: Send your application to hr-asean@asean.org highlighting your suitability and potential contribution to the position together with a detailed CV, certified true copies of educational certificates obtained, and completed Employment Application Form with recent photograph, which can be downloaded at www.asean.org/opportunities. Please indicate on the subject heading: Application for Senior Officer, Public Outreach & Civil Society Division. Application papers should be received at the ASEAN Secretariat by 19 October 2011. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified, and the decision of the Secretary-General of ASEAN on the appointment shall be final.

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Consultant-Rice Value Chain Development Project-Sierra Leone

noreply@blogger.com (admin) — Sat, 17 Sep 2011 17:42:00 +0000

Term of Reference

Rice Value Chain Analysis Update Assessment and Final Evaluation of the Project.

Rice Value Chain Development Project

CARE- Sierra Leone

Background

CARE International in Sierra Leone (hereinafter referred to as CARE) has had an established office in Sierra Leone since October 1961, initially focusing on improving child nutritional status through school feeding programs and later implementing basic infrastructure projects. More recently, CARE’s programming has focused on improving agriculture, water and sanitation, and public health systems.

The Country Office’s long-range mission statement is to address the root causes of poverty and suffering through capacity building, advocacy, and partnership so that vulnerable, disadvantaged, and marginalized people are empowered to participate effectively in achieving livelihood security and realizing their right to live with dignity. To contribute to the over all mission commitment, CARE Sierra Leone implemented several projects. For instance, the EC funded Sustainable Agriculture Development Project (SADev) in Koinadugu District is supporting organizational development of Farmer Associations (FAs) to increase their yields through improved Inland Valley Swamps (IVS) cultivation; the Howard G Buffet Foundation Conservation Agriculture Project (CAP) also working with FAs in Koinadugu District to adopt conservation agriculture techniques in a bid to conserve and improve productivity of the land; the USAID projects, Livelihood Expansion and Assets Development (LEAD) and Promoting Linkages for Livelihood Security and Economic Development (LINKS) worked towards setting up of Farmer Field Schools (FFS) and to help them improve farming techniques etc.

CARE has experience on establishing 93 farmer field schools (FFS) and 120 farmer associations (FAs) in Northern region. FFS and FAs are receptive to a market-led approach and have been trained in marketing concept; able to familiarize with market, the price fluctuations and to some extent access to market information and having negotiation skill. The Rice Value Chain Development Project built on the progress made by these projects in setting up the farmer associations, in supporting their organizational development and helping the farmer associations to improve their farming and marketing techniques, by taking them to the next step by facilitating improvement in quality of product and adding value through engaging in product value chain activities and marketing of their product.

The Value Chain Development Project:

The Rice Value Chain Project, a European Commission funded 22 month project started in December 16, 2010 with the aim of improved food and nutrition security and increased income which could be achieved through more efficient production and marketing practices supported through value chain promotion.

The Project worked on identifying opportunities to increase the profitability of rice production by:

? Reducing costs, this is about improving productivity, mainly through efficient utilization of inputs (seeds in particular) and reducing post harvest losses (improved techniques).

? Improving bargaining position through group marketing and rice quality.

? Added value mainly through access to improved knowledge and linkages.

? Providing training and exposure to improved agricultural practices and market linkages

Main actors for the rice value chain include: Sierra Leone Agricultural Research Institute (SLARI), Ministry of Agriculture Forestry Food Security extension agents, transporters, traders and input suppliers. CARE conducted discussions with most of those actors and they expressed an enthusiasm in engaging in rice value chain development. Other key stakeholders included national level bodies (such as the National Farmers’ Association, Chamber of Commerce, Sierra Leone Business Forum and Sierra Leone Indigenous Business Association) which are involved in agriculture and food security issues. Besides the projects been implemented by CARE , other key stakeholders included projects funded by FAO , and those funded by African Development Bank, US-AID (PAGE). After an analysis of opportunities and bottlenecks in the rice chain , the following expected results (ER), main outputs and activities were implemented to achieve the specific objective of this action.

? Sustainable access to suitable seeds to 2,400 farmers / rice producers through partnership between FAs, private sector and Sierra Leone Agriculture Research Institute (SLARI)

? Enhanced agriculture-based services in rice value chain through development of sustainable and suitable for fee services to rice growers for post harvesting quality control, drying and packaging

? Design a solid business model to convince identified investors to build storage facilities associated with credit inventory service to farmers in remote areas and help them to develop their businesses.

? Strengthened linkages between farmers/producers and their nearest storage point and with importers and exporters, World Food Programme (WFP)/Purchase for Progress (P4P) programme and foreign brokers to research the best market for rice

Scope of work

ice is the main staple food for Sierra Leoneans but production doesn’t satisfy demand. Similarly, areas that produce enough rice find it difficult to access the main provincial towns. Therefore, the country is obliged to import rice especially to feed the Freetown population. Rice production culminated at 875,000 mt in 2006 before falling to 637,983 tons in 2007. The main problems identified with rice production by CARE are: 1) the poor quality of seeds leading to poor yields, 2) lack of post harvesting quality control, 3) lack of post harvest services such as rice mills, collection and, 4) lack of organized distribution channels.

The purpose of this assignment is to conduct a comprehensive rice value chain analysis update and assessment in the three targeted districts (Bombali, Koinadugu and Tonkolili) with special emphasis on gender analysis to the standard mapping of the rice value chain and the final evaluation of the RVCD Project. Critical steps are (i) to enquire about the relative proportions of women and men at each node and (ii) to ask about who makes the transactions between nodes. This work can be complemented by further investigation into wage differentials between women and men at each node, and between nodes. The assessment will also draw up diagrams with information on how and where the most vulnerable groups participate in the rice value chain.

Objectives of the Assessment:

To conduct Final evaluation of the project with specific attention to comprehensive Rice Value Chain updates assessment

The specific tasks of the consultant:

• Review different reference materials such as CARE RVCD Project Proposal, different reports, recent rice value chain study conducted by Action Aid, gender related reports etc.

• If needed In collaboration with DM&E Unit, lead both the quantitative and qualitative data collection – this includes: training of evaluation team on the tools/questionnaire and supervise data collection

• Design data entry screen using preferred software, supervise data entry, and conduct data cleaning and data analysis.

• Identify feasible opportunities for further improving and developing the rice value chain

• Advise on possible further actions.

• Conduct a debriefing with stakeholders on the main findings of the assessment and final project evaluation.

• Upon completion of the assignment, the consultant will submit the completed Rice Value Chain studies and project evaluation report to Project Manager for approval.

Time frame

Assignment period: starting from September 20 to October 10th 2011.

The Consultant shall complete the assessment and submit report within thirty (20) days after signing the consultancy contract.

Tentative timeframe of the assessment exercise is outlined below (negotiable):

Activity Responsibility Date/duration

Review relevant documents, develop tools Consultant and PM 1st week

Train staff/enumerator Consultant 2nd week

Conduct assessment Consultant 3rd week

Prepare draft report Consultant

Share findings with Country Office and other stakeholders Consultant 4th week

Submit final report Consultant

Deliverables

• RVC Project Final evaluation report

• Value Chain assessment report

Qualifications and Experiences

• Post graduate degree in Agro- Economics or other related field

• Good knowledge in Agricultural research and analysis in rice value chain

• Technical M&E skills (including designing and conducting assessment survey, data analysis using statistical packages such as SPSS and Excel, report writing)

• Extensive experience and demonstrated track record in handling similar assignments

• Good facilitation skills

• Familiarity with the development landscape of rural communities in the Northern region of Sierra Leone is an advantage.

Payment Method

The consultancy will cost a lump sum of EUR xxxx. (to be determined). CARE will provide a daily local per diem subject to CARE SL’s approved per diem rate, transportation and accommodation if required.

Administrative support:

RVCD Project Manager will be responsible for day-to-day supervision of the consultant’s work with technical guidance from DME Coordinator who will ensure relevance and appropriateness of research methodology, tools and sampling.

The consultant shall receive administrative support from CARE as reasonably needed such as photocopying, Internet connection, movement etc.

Manner of payment

The Consultant shall receive payment upon submission of all the key deliverables specified above with the approval of the RVCD Project Manager.

Faridul.Alam@co.care.org

Cooperation and management of aid to non-member countries

noreply@blogger.com (admin) — Sat, 17 Sep 2011 17:38:00 +0000

The closing date for applications is 18 October 2011.

Our Development Cooperation programmes bring vital aid to around 150 countries worldwide. Working in ‘Cooperation and management of aid to non-member countries’ you will be central to these vital initiatives. For example you will shape strategy and sector policies, conduct dialogue with partners and stakeholders, and identify potential projects that can make a real and lasting difference.

Equally importantly, you could find yourself operationally managing operations, overseeing tendering and contracting, controlling budgets and engaging governments and civil society, so these are truly hands-on roles.

These positions will mainly be based in an EU Delegation in developing countries.

To be equal to the challenge, you will require a degree level qualification in one of the following disciplines:

Agricultural Science
Business Administration
Climate Change
Development
Economics
Education
Energy
Engineering

Environment
Fisheries
Forest Management
Health
Law
Natural Resources
Rural Development
Social Science

This should be backed by six years’ experience in policy making and/ or team management in the field of development coordination.

Finally, it is vital that you are fluent in one of the 23 official European Union languages and that you have knowledge of a second - which must be English, French or German. Your language combination must also include one or more of the following languages: English, French, Portuguese or Spanish.

Our Offer

Interesting and challenging work that makes a real difference.
An international environment with encouragement to continue developing your career.
An attractive benefits package.

The ‘Cooperation and Management of Aid’ positions have a basic salary starting at €5,463 (gross) a month. Depending on your personal situation, you may also be eligible for a family allowance and financial support to help you relocate to a new country.

Interested?
Learn more about the profile in the Notice of Competition and find out how to apply.
Submit your application today!

Meet our Development Cooperation professionals
Learn more about working in development aid in general by clicking here.

Vacancy announcement-Senior Program Administrator

noreply@blogger.com (admin) — Sat, 17 Sep 2011 17:32:00 +0000

Conflict Dynamics International
Location: Cambridge, United States

In an effort to support continuing growth and expand successful work in the areas of conflict resolution and humanitarian policy, Conflict Dynamics is currently seeking a professionally mature and highly-motivated Senior Administrator to play a key role in the development of the organization.

This is an exciting opportunity which will offer an exceptional candidate significant exposure in a growing internationally-focused organization.

This position will also offer an opportunity to work directly with the principal of the organization and make a significant impact across several critical operational areas.

The Senior Administrator will be based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, at Conflict Dynamics’ primary office and will be responsible for managing the organization’s grants, human resource related services and organizational finances, and will play a critical role in liaising with organizational and project donors.

As the Senior Administrator progresses in this role, she/he will also have an opportunity to work internationally on a periodic basis and be an activate participant in high level meetings and expansion initiatives.

Conflict Dynamics is a small, innovative and dynamic organization in which employees have an opportunity to contribute substantively to- and shape the work of the organization. We are committed to the development and implementation of high impact activities to resolve conflict and improve the policy and practice of humanitarian action. As such, the position of Senior Administrator offers a unique opportunity to work with an organization committed to “making a difference” in situations of conflict and humanitarian crisis.

1 Background

Conflict Dynamics International is an independent, not-for-profit organization which works to prevent and resolve violent conflict, and to alleviate human suffering resulting from conflicts and other crises around the world.

Conflict Dynamics was founded in 2004 and strives to fulfill its mission through conflict resolution activities and humanitarian policy development. Conflict Dynamics’ activities span three intersecting program areas: (I) Peacebuilding in Transition States, (II) New Frontiers in Humanitarian Policy and (III) Pressure Points for Conflict Prevention and Resolution. Conflict Dynamics works closely with parties to conflict, national governments, several departments and agencies within the United Nations system, as well as with academic institutions and NGOs.

2 Scope of work/Essential Responsibilities

The Senior Administrator will assume a range of responsibilities collectively intended to ensure the development and smooth working of the organization from a financial, administrative and human resources standpoint. This is a key position within the organization. The ideal candidate will be highly-motivated, assertive, flexible and able to work on a range of issues in a fast-paced environment.

The responsibilities of the Senior Administrator will include, among others:

1. Managing all aspects of the financial and human resources administration of the organization;

2. Managing donor grants, including managing a reporting schedule, preparing and coordinating submission of narrative and financial grant reports in accordance with donor agreed reporting schedules;

3. Monitoring of the overall financial status of the organization, cash flow and future revenue projections;

4. Playing a lead role in evolving the organization’s management strategy, including through development and implementation of administrative and human resource related policies;

5. Working with Conflict Dynamics’ President, Program Officers and Bookkeeper to assist in preparing the financial reports to donors;

6. Managing and administering human resource-related services for the organization, including preparation of contracts for short-term consultants; tracking of Employees’ leave etc.

7. Liaising with donors for preparation of new project proposals and financial budgets; This will include occasional international travel (to Europe and other locations) as well as periodic travel within the United States;

8. Assisting in preparing reports to the Board of Directors;

9. Assisting in preparation of Conflict Dynamics’ annual filings in the United States as required by law (for a not-for-profit organization);

10. Preparation of organizational applications/submissions for affiliation with international organizations;

11. Contributing to grant writing; Supporting outreach efforts and external communications where needed;

12. Coordinating Conflict Dynamics’ interactions with a range of strategic partners.

3 Status and location

The Senior Administrator will be engaged as a full-time employee of Conflict Dynamics, and the position is based at Conflict Dynamics’ primary office in Cambridge, USA. Candidates must have existing authorization to work in the United States.

4 Reporting and management

The Senior Administrator will report directly to Conflict Dynamics’ President and will work closely with all employees.

5 Qualifications / experience

The following are indicative qualifications and expertise required for the Senior Administrator position:

· Minimum of 6 years of experience in organizational and financial administration, in roles with progressive responsibility, in a not-for-profit setting, preferably with an organization engaged in activities with an international dimension. Having a broad base of experience across different organizations is desirable.

· Undergraduate (Bachelor’s) degree required, Master’s degree (desirable) in Public Administration, Business, Management, International Relations or a related field;

· Excellent organizational and multi-tasking skills, attention to detail, and follow-through;

· Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills, including excellent editing skills;

· Experience of grant reporting and management, grant proposal submissions etc.

· Familiarity with QuickBooks software and broad knowledge of Microsoft Office applications including strong word processing and presentation experience and general computer/internet skills;

· Reliable, able to work autonomously, and proactively with little supervision;

· Interest in international affairs preferred;

· Commitment to Conflict Dynamics’ mission and ethos.

· Fluency/strong working level in another language (esp. French, Arabic) desirable.

6 Compensation

The salary for this position will be commensurate with experience.

7 Application procedure

Applicants should send a cover letter and Resume/CV by email to recruit@cdint.org. The cover letter/email should reference “Senior Administrator position.”

Shortlisted candidates will be required to provide recent writing samples and the names of 3 references. Interviews will be held in Cambridge, USA, during June 2011.

Apply by: 16 Oct 2011

Operational Integration Analyst-Washington, D.C.

noreply@blogger.com (admin) — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 16:21:00 +0000

Description

Candidiate should have In-depth knowledge of CBRNE, EM, HD/DR/MSO and/or Current Operations; understand of NIMS/ICS and those elements relevant to the medical community (e.g.: HICS); have the ability to communication with senior-level management to include Flag Officers; possess basic understanding of Navy and Marine Corps organizational functions; Secret clearance required; Top Secret preferred.

Position Duties:

Responsible for ensuring the Medical Operations Center (MOC) is fully functional. The assigned personnel will execute the technical functions of the MOC, consistent with their manning, training and material resources, and will focus their efforts on the primary directive. Operating the Navy Medicine HQ MOC in a proficient, effective and efficient manner to ensure NIMS compliant EOC operations at the basic activation level, and assisting the MOC Director or Battle Watch Captain staffs with the operation of the MOC at any higher activation level, in response to a crisis or contingency. Responsible for planning, readiness and execution of assigned MOC functions during emergency operations. Supports and executes plans pertaining to NAVMED MTF response during activation. Maintains files for specific emergency plans, emergency information, reports, call in rosters and other information pertinent to the operation of the MOC. Prepares for execution of assigned duties during emergencies. May be required to serve as Crisis Action Team member exercises or emergencies. Coordinates information with all ECH 1-3 organizational elements. Initiates tasking/information to MOC Director. Performs initial review of information flowing in and out of the MOC. Performs operational checks on the automation and communication equipment in the MOC. Develop/Draft Standard Operating Procedures, Watchbills and other guidance/directives for the MOC. Assist the Navy Medicine lead on the Homeland Defense and Defense Support of Civil Authorities (HD & DSCA) Working Group and Collaboration Cell addressing such topics as:

a. Strategic policy for health/medical HD & DSCA operations are in accordance with the National Security Strategy, National Defense Strategy, National Military Strategy and applicable Presidential Directives;

b. Support long-term Departmental and interagency operationalization of the health/medical HD & DSCA missions;

c. Providing a forum for whole of government/community/nations communications and coordination to include NGOs;

Assist with the HQ oversight of the Hospital Command Center (HCC) program; Provide technical and administrative exp

ertise on items of Navy Medicine interest as they progress through the JCIDS process;

Work with Navy Medicine’s Office of Strategic Management to assist with shaping the enterprise with respect to several emerging mission areas (i.e.: MSO, HD & DSCA); Other duties as assigned to enable the Surgeon General/Deputy Surgeon General to execute Navy Medicine’s mission essential task.

Position Requirements:

About of Camber Corporation
Camber Corporation is headquartered in Huntsville, AL. Founded in 1990, we have over 106 locations worldwide. We provide responsive engineering services and technical support to our customers worldwide. Camber recognizes its employees are its greatest asset, and customer-focused efforts are the primary reason for its success. Key competencies include Information Technology, Homeland Security including support for the development of Chemical and Biological defensive systems, Training and Education including Distributed/Distance Learning, development of Decision Support Systems, Modeling and Simulation, Systems Engineering, and Software Engineering. Camber Corporation provides simulation based tools and services for training, mission planning, rehearsal, after action reviews, virtual reality command and control, and engineering analysis. more

UNFPA Field Coordination Officer For Papua

noreply@blogger.com (admin) — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 04:21:00 +0000

NAME OF ORGANIZATION	UNFPA
POSITION	UNFPA Field Coordination Officer For Papua
SALARY	an
LOCATION	Jayapura, Papua, Indonesia
APPLICATION DEADLINE	25th sept 2011
DURATION OF CONTRACT	12 months initially

UNFPA, the United Nations Population Fund, is an international development agency that promotes the right of every woman, man and child to enjoy a life of health and equal opportunity. UNFPA supports countries in using population data for policies and programmes to reduce poverty and to ensure that every pregnancy is wanted, every birth is safe, every young person is free of HIV/AIDS, and every girl and woman is treated with dignity and respect. Apply

UNFPA DATA MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST FOR HUMANITARIAN PROGRAMME-JAKARTA

noreply@blogger.com (admin) — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 04:14:00 +0000

NAME OF ORGANIZATION	United Nations Population Fund
POSITION	Data Management Specialist For Humanitarian Programme
SALARY	an
LOCATION	Jakarta, Indonesia
APPLICATION DEADLINE	25th sept 2011
DURATION OF CONTRACT	1 year initially

UNFPA, the United Nations Population Fund, is an international development agency that promotes the right of every woman, man and child to enjoy a life of health and equal opportunity. UNFPA supports countries in using population data for policies and programmes to reduce poverty and to ensure that every pregnancy is wanted, every birth is safe, every young person is free of HIV/AIDS, and every girl and woman is treated with dignity and respect.

Apply now

MSI Job: Local Senior Urban Planning Expert, Albania Local Governance

noreply@blogger.com (admin) — Tue, 13 Sep 2011 08:18:00 +0000


NAME OF ORGANIZATION	Management Systems International (MSI)
POSITION	Local Senior Urban Planning Expert
SALARY	an
LOCATION	Tirana, Albania
APPLICATION DEADLINE	12th oct 2011
DURATION OF CONTRACT	an

Project Summary:

MSI is applying for the Albania Planning and Local Governance Project (PLGP), which will be funded by USAID. The purpose of PLGP is to provide training and technical assistance to the Government of Albania (GOA) and local governments to help implement decentralization legislation and reforms; improve transparency and accountability; strengthen municipal services; and improve technical capabilities and cooperation regarding urban and regional planning between the GOA and local governments.

Position Summary:

The Urban Planning Expert (UP Expert) will be MSI’s primary technical advisor and manager for the urban and regional planning component of the PLGP. He/She will serve as a technical advisor to municipal governments and regional coalitions; consult regarding urban planning laws, procedures, planning, zoning, etc; manage and assist with training and technical assistance in urban and regional planning; write scopes of work for consultants and trainers to define and accomplish the project’s urban and regional planning training objectives based on consultations with municipal planning officials and managers; evaluate and revise the consulting, training, and technical assistance program over the course of the life of the project; and identify urban and regional opportunities to improve economic growth through collaboration among local governments, citizens, businesses, and regional coalitions.

The UP Expert must be willing to make a commitment of up to three (3) years to the project and will be based in Tirana, Albania.

Responsibilities:

• Participate in the recruitment of urban and regional planning staff, consultants, and training institutions;

• Assess the urban planning skills of the urban planning staff of municipalities participating in PLGP;

• Develop and manage an urban and regional planning training strategy in consultation with officials from participating municipalities and regional coalitions;

• Advise the GOA, municipalities, and regional coalitions on urban planning policies and strategies that improve economic growth and contribute to improving municipal services;

• Develop scopes of work for urban and regional training and capacity building;

• Monitor and assess the project’s training and technical assistance in urban and regional planning;

• Facilities regional planning and the identification of common interests among municipalities;

• Oversee the project’s urban and regional assessments, studies, or project development opportunities;

• Monitor and assure high quality of data collection, studies, and project feasibility reports;

• Support creation of a network of urban and regional planners in the interest of sustainability of the project’s results.

** Please note: This is a local position. Only Albanian citizens are eligible for this position.**

Qualifications:

a. Candidate must be willing to make a two (2) year commitment to the PLGP project in Albania; a three (3) year commitment is preferred.

b. Minimum of seven (7) years of successful, progressive responsibility and demonstrated achievements in urban planning.

c. At least five (5) years of international development experience.

d. Strong track record of successfully managing teams of technical experts to define and achieve complex goals in urban and regional planning.

e. Strong technical skills and knowledge in spatial planning; familiarity with European standards and planning policies.

f. Preferred advanced degree in urban planning or a related field.

g. Excellent English language skills (to Level 5 Reading/Spoken/Writing).

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

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