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Saturday, December 22, 2012


4F PMJ Bldg. 1860 Evangelista Cor. Cuangco Sts., Brgy. Pio Del Pilar,  Makati City, Metro Manilaat least Post Graduate Diploma / Master's Degree
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1.Background:
This one-year Executive Master's program has been designed in partnership with the African Union Commission's Peace and Security Department and is part of the "Africa Peace and Security Program" (APSP) which is a wider institutional partnership between IPSS, the AU and GIZ. It offers experienced professionals working on African Peace and Security a unique opportunity to acquire a certified and in-depth training while retaining their current positions. It addresses the most pressing issues of African Peace and Security today from a practice-oriented perspective, including conflict dynamics as well as the role of sub-regional and pan-African organizations in creating lasting peace on the continent. Sessions are held in Ethiopia, Addis Ababa. Senior and mid-level professionals from the AU, from the Regional Economic Communities, the UN and multilateral organizations, national governments as well as from the non-profit sector are invited to attend this course.

The course is very innovative: While international best practice has served as benchmarks, its curriculum has practically been designed from scratch. Its most distinguishable features are:

Executive format: participants study while staying with their jobs; the course blends attendance with distance learning
Thematic focus on Africa: the diversity of African problems and African solutions are taken as the main reference and examined in great detail (rather than seeing them as particular cases of universal phenomena)
A pragmatic, constructivist, participant centred, project based, interactive and experience-oriented methodology: workshops, dialogue with experts and resource persons, as well as problem-solving and interaction among participants rather than lectures and learning from the book.

The curriculum is designed in great detail by IPSS, down to the level of individual course elements. Because of its constructivist, and dialogic nature, the curriculum itself is a "living document," and shall account for changing circumstances and insights.

Objectives of the role

The Education and Training Coordinator will be responsible for facilitating the education and training programme, and facilitating the development of sub-programmes and activities, as part of the Education and Training Team

Tasks and deliverablesCoordinate the development, improvement and strengthening of the curriculum for the Managing Peace and Security in Africa (MPSA) masters programme in collaboration with the Education & Training Lead;
Continuously monitor and revamp established management systems to ensure that the delivery and administration of the MPSA programme is up to excellence ;
Identify and resolve key policy issues;
Work on the international accreditation of the MPSA masters' programme in collaboration with the Education & Training Lead by linking with accrediting bodies and partnering with similar institutions;
Keep donors' sponsored participants' files updated, and readily communicate audit and financial reports to donors;
Support the implementation of the "Change Agent" course for MPSA alumni;
Contribute to conceptual development of annual colloquium series;
Write and manage annual training budgets;
Supervise the production of an annual anthology of essays by MPSA participants;
Team-manage the quarterly MPSA newsletter
Collaborate with the APSP Outreach team in carrying out Education and Training objectives;
Organize the Institution-wide implementation of the technology-enhanced education delivery system (Moodle expansion, video/podcast system placement, student information system) in collaboration with the E-Learning Officer and the Education & Training Lead

Further tasks and responsibilities may be agreed with the Program Director.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

MA degree in Political Science, Educational Leadership or relevant discipline.
3 or more years of experience coordinating an Educational Programme/Project.
Excellent written and oral English language skills and good knowledge of French, Portuguese or Arabic.

Preferred Competencies
Preference will be given to applicants with demonstrated experience in the following:

Planning and organizing: ability to identify priority activities and assignments; to use time and resources efficiently, in a timely manner and with flexibility;
Teamwork and Multicultural Sensitivity: Experience working effectively in diverse, multicultural teams and settings;.
Accountability: ability to take ownership and honour commitments;
Commitment to learning: Demonstrated willingness to continue learning from and sharing with others, and to develop professionally and personally;
Communication: Demonstrated strong oral and written skills; experience and desire to contribute actively to a culture of openness and sharing of information.
Excellent and demonstrated computer skills: Word-processing, Presentation, Spreadsheet, Database, and other useful software in an educational setting.

Place of Assignment
The Institute for Peace and Security Studies, Addis Ababa University, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Addis Ababa is as cosmopolitan as any of the world's great metropolises, and the architecture is as varied as the city itself. Tall office buildings, elegant villas, functional bungalows, flat, fashionable hotels, conference halls, and theaters - gleaming in their marble and anodized aluminum - vie for attention alongside traditional homes of wattle and daub, surrounded by cattle, sheep, goats, and chickens.

It is where the African Union and its predecessor the OAU are based. It also hosts the headquarters of the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA) and numerous other continental and international organization

Submit an updated CV and cover letter addressing the preferred competencies to applications@ipss-addis.org by December 26, 2012 . Applications received after this date are not guaranteed consideration but may be reviewed until the position is filled. Selection will begin as early as January 14, 2013.

The terms of this limited-time employment are very competitive. The appointment will begin as soon as the contract is signed, but not before February 15, 2013. Please visit our website http://www.ipss-addis.org/

If you have any questions, please e-mail us at applications@ipss-addis.org


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Friday, December 21, 2012

Chief of Party - Rain - Ethiopia (218312-927) | ReliefWeb Skip to main content Labs Blog About Us Help Email Updates LoginRegister HomeUpdatesCountriesDisastersJobsTraining 08 Nov 2012Chief of Party - Rain - Ethiopia (218312-927)JobfromMercy Corps—Closing date: 07 Jan 2013Print EmailEmail

PROGRAM SUMMARY

Mercy Corps is an international non-profit humanitarian organization with the guiding principles of Accountability, Participation and Peaceful Change. In Ethiopia, Mercy Corps currently operates in the following sectors: Water and Sanitation, Economic Development, Livelihoods, Capacity Building, Emergency Response, Health and Nutrition. Mercy Corps works with communities, public, and private sectors to implement appropriate relief, recovery and development interventions. Mercy Corps Ethiopia currently has programs in the Regions of Somali, Oromiya, Addis Ababa and SNNP employing a community-led, market-driven approach as it works with partners at the community, commercial, government, and research institution levels.

General Position Summary

The Chief of Party (CoP) is the senior management position for Mercy Corps’ Revitalizing Agricultural/Pastoral Incomes and New Markets for Enhanced Resilience and Recovery (RAIN+) project: a 4 year $20.7million USAID/OFDA funded initiative to increase resilience of households, communities and market systems to prepare for, cope with, and recover from external shocks. The CoP is responsible for the overall planning, coordination, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the project, and ensures all project initiatives are implemented to achieve maximum impact while remaining on schedule and budget. The CoP ensures financial and administrative compliance and remains flexible in a continually changing environment. Responsible for the oversight of RAIN+ activities, the CoP is expected to travel frequently to the field to ensure the project is planned and executed with quality, accountability and measurable impact. The CoP works closely with the Field Program and Operations Clusters as well as the senior country leadership team. S/he also works closely with the Country M&E Manager ensuring all monitoring and evaluation activities are coordinated and feeding into the Mercy Corps Mission Metrics framework.

Essential Functions:

Vision, Leadership and Strategy - Communicate a clear vision of the RAIN+ project and how it fits into Mercy Corps’ country and regional strategies and well as Mission Statement; provide leadership and direction; ensure program strategy is clear and communicated to team members, local beneficiaries and government, and the international community. Collaborate and ensure synergies with other relative Mercy Corps programs.Commitment to Quality Program and Staff Development - Assemble all components necessary to ensure quality programming and recruitment, facilitate training and management of an informed, motivated and efficient staff including a high focus on national team members.Reporting, Monitoring and Evaluation - Establish and maintain effective project reporting, monitoring and evaluation systems for both internal and external use and ensure high quality input is secured from external evaluators. Monitor program implementation, measure impact and calibrate program strategy and implementation accordingly. Document process and achievements to ensure best practices are captured and disseminated.Representation & Diplomacy - Develop and maintain both internal and external relationships to ensure optimum program success: to include Mercy Corps headquarters and regional officers and staff, international and local NGOs, government officials, donor community officials particularly USAID, diplomatic corps and embassies, vendors, media and the general public.Fiscal, Compliance Management and Accountability - Coordinate and manage overall project budget within approved spending levels and ensure compliance with all donor and Mercy Corps’ rules and regulations. Ensure adherence to operational imperatives as per internal/ external audit requirements; utilize best practices based on Mercy Corps internal policies. Ensure accurate and timely program financial reporting to the donors and Mercy Corps’ headquarters.Communications - Nurture appropriate Mercy Corps public relations, USAID/OFDA and other agency relationships; represent Mercy Corps to national and international media as requested.Security - Conduct prudent and timely assessments of security environment in program areas, enforce necessary security protocols balancing program needs with security constraints and under direction of the CD.

additional Functions:

Support all efforts towards accountability to beneficiaries and to international standards guiding development work, including understanding and following established international guidelines and actively engaging beneficiary communities as equal partners in the design, monitoring and evaluation of activities.Exercise sound judgment to ensure project expenses are reasonable, allocable and prudent. Ensure all project funds are spent in accordance with donor rules and regulations. Work with the Country Director and Finance Director to forecast expenditure surpluses and deficits to enable adjustments to be made to the program in a timely fashion.Recommend program priorities and explore, evaluate and present new country opportunities that leverage impact and/ or complement core activities.Provide direct and ongoing supervision and managerial support to all staff on the project.Ensure that all work follows international quality standards and best practices and that agriculture and water programs are technically and environmentally sound.

Organizational Learning

As part of Mercy Corps’ agency-wide Organizational Learning Initiative, all team members are responsible for spending 5% of their work time in formal and/or non-formal professional learning activities.

Accountability to Beneficiaries

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

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: All program team members under the funded grant.

ACCOUNTABILITY:

REPORTS DIRECTLY TO: Ethiopia Country Director

WORKS DIRECTLY WITH: PRIME COP, IHR Director, Finance Director, PALM Manager, Cluster Program Managers, Regional Finance Coordinators, and Mercy Corps HQ program officer.

Knowledge and EXPERIENCE:

MA/S or equivalent in agriculture, agronomy, economics or related field preferred.Minimum of seven years’ senior-level field leadership experience required, 10-15 years preferred.Experience with USAID protocols preferred.Demonstrated success in programs related to market systems strengthening (M4P), private sector development, agricultural livelihoods, agro-processing, marketing and value chain programming.Proven skills in financial management.Demonstrated ability to function as a social entrepreneur and proven success with building, managing and leading a team of professionals and the ability to function as a team player among peers.Effective verbal and written communication, multi-tasking, organizational, prioritization skills are necessary.History of working effectively and respectfully with host country government, private sector, INGO and NGO partners in complex environments.Prior experience in Ethiopia amongst pastoralist communities or in the Horn of Africa preferred; an ability to work comfortably, effectively and creatively within the cultural environment of Ethiopia and areas of poor security required.A dynamic, “outside-the-box” attitude is required, with proven ability to think and act creatively in challenging environments.Effective verbal and written communication skills in English are required.Multi-tasking, organizational, prioritization skills are necessary.

SUCCESS FACTORS

The successful Chief of Party will be a self-starter, multi-tasker, and able to work in ambiguous situations. S/he will be a tolerant and flexible individual able to work in difficult and stressful environments and follow procedures. S/he will be highly effective at building teams, problem solving, conflict resolution and capacity-building of national staff. S/he will also have the skill to engage, motivate and encourage staff to bring creative solutions to development issues, identify opportunities for increased impact, and pursue project objectives.

Living/ environmental Conditions

The position will be based in Addis Ababa with frequent travel (minimum 40%) to RAIN+ operational sites as well as regular domestic and occasional international travel. The CoP is expected to follow all security protocols including limited movement when necessary. Internet connectivity and communication across Ethiopia is improving but remains unreliable at times. Addis Ababa offers numerous international style restaurants, though security and cultural considerations are always to be taken into account. There are daily flights from Addis Ababa to several European, Middle Eastern and African cities.

How to apply:

Apply online at our website:
http://mercycorps.silkroad.com/epostings/submit.cfm?fuseaction=app.dspjo...

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5 Professor (Mechanical Engineering)4F PMJ Bldg. 1860 Evangelista Cor. Cuangco Sts., Brgy. Pio Del Pilar,  Makati City, Metro Manilaat least Post Graduate Diploma / Master's Degree
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Should you find qualified  for the position  herein  indicated , pls. report  to EUREKA  PMSI  office to accomplish  prescribe application form  and  to be scheduled for the final  interview 

You may send your resume with complete job description together with all your certificates of employment and other credentials in MS Word Format.Those who are presently working abroad and cannot readily available need not apply, our requirements are urgent!

Applicants Applying Via Email – To ensure proper handling of your e-mail application, please indicate the position you desire and the company your are applying for (ex. Application for Electrical Engineer, Daewoo E&C Co., Ltd.)

PLS. CALL US FOR FURTHER / DETAILED INFORMATION IN THE FOLLOWING NUMBERS   

400-8438/ 524-7886/ 523-9942

OR

Thru mobile #09127405201/ 09296167404 /09399191071/

You can send us your resume to the following e-mail address.

hrd@eureka.com.ph or info@eureka.com.ph Attention to: OMAR/CAROL

WEBSITE:  www.eureka.com

All applicants should have at least 5 years experience Construction Company

Note:

Able to read Construction Drawings, Bill of Material, Steel bar list, to follow the site works during all construction phases, to execute reinforcement, masonry, concrete works and architectural finishing. In charge to organize the workers during field erection and during pre-activities in civil yard such reinforcement and formwork preparation before installation. Able to do training of new employed workers. He has to be able to lead a team at least 20 Civil workers (mixed among rebars fitters, masons, carpenters) Minimum experience in such a position: 5 years


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Tuesday, December 18, 2012

Make an impact on the lives of deprived, excluded and vulnerable children around the world! ChildFund International is seeking a Regional Sponsorship Manager to provide oversight and support of ChildFund’s sponsorship operations in the Africa Region, with ten national offices and approximately 250,000 enrolled children. This newly created position requires a dedicated individual who can provide strategic leadership in developing and aligning sponsorship processes between ChildFund headquarters and National Offices, with a focus on mitigating risk, enhancing sponsorship accountability and advocating for a sponsorship experience that is positive and non-discriminatory for all children.

The Regional Sponsorship Manager will interpret International Office sponsorship policies and ensure clear understanding and implementation at the regional and national office level. S/he will monitor the compliance of national offices with diverse sponsorship systems, policies and procedures and will recommend and support the implementation of corrective actions to address any gaps identified. The Regional Sponsorship Manager will mitigate risk by ensuring close coordination and alignment of sponsorship processes between the International Office and National Offices, and will identify and address sponsorship issues that arise in the field for appropriate supervision, follow-up and resolution.

The Regional Sponsorship Manager will build the management and operational skills of National Office Sponsorship Managers and staff, providing leadership in developing a team approach, motivating regional performance and accomplishments, and promoting learning and sharing of best practices. S/he will regularly visit the ten national offices in the Africa region along with the community affiliates to review practices and procedures and obtain feedback and recommendations for improvement, and will engage with Regional and National Office program personnel to promote the alignment of sponsorship and programmatic actions at the community level. This position will entail up to 50% travel.

ChildFund’s staff is integral to achieving the organization’s mission. ChildFund International’s mission is to help deprived, excluded and vulnerable children have the capacity to improve their lives and the opportunity to become young adults, parents and leaders who bring lasting and positive change to their communities. We promote societies whose individuals and institutions value, protect and advance the worth of children.

This position will be based in ChildFund's Regional Office in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia but can be located in another ChildFund National Office in Senegal, Liberia, Sierra Leone, The Gambia, Guinea, Zambia, Mozambique, Angola, Kenya or Uganda.

Required Skills

Bachelor’s degree in social communication, international development, or a related field desired.Minimum of seven years professional experience in international development work, with sponsorship experience preferred.Demonstrated communication and interpersonal skills required; good presentation and public speaking skills. Fluency in foreign language desirableDemonstrated skills in participatory methods; facilitation and capacity building. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.Excellent interpersonal skills in a multi-cultural environmentStrong writing skills and strong computer skills. International travel (50%)

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There is a serious shortage of engineering teachers and trained educators in universities in Ethiopia. You can help urgently to fill the gap by volunteering today with VSO. We are looking for passionate engineers across all sectors to volunteer as lecturers in the top universities in Ethiopia. Sharing your skills and time with people most in need will enrich your life and give your career a boost. Thousands of professionals say volunteering with VSO is a life changing experience. Be one of them.

Background Ethiopia is Africa’s oldest independent country and is also one of the poorest. Ethiopia is currently engaged in a highly ambitious effort to realign its higher education system in order to contribute more directly to its national strategy for economic growth and poverty reduction. Its achievements over the past five years have been little short of extraordinary. The reforms have targeted all levels: the overall system, institutions and the academic programmes. We have roles in a number of education institutions that require trained and skilled chemical engineers with teaching experience who can make a difference to their programmes.

What does the role involve? You will work within an education institution to develop their programme and build the capacity of staff. To do this you will: - participate in all aspects of teaching including delivering courses, seminars, examinations and supervision of theses and research projects - initiate and undertake scientific and applied research with particular focus as directed by the institution - develop research-funding proposals to appropriate bodies, associations, public and private organisations etc. - contribute to further develop the department’s post-graduate programme - participate in engineering education reform and support the implementation process of new curriculum and governance structures - mentor Ethiopian colleagues to transfer knowledge in the technical field and in teaching methods - collaborate with governmental agencies, NGO's, industry, international partners, national and international associations and funding organisations as well as internally with institution departments.

Skills, qualifications and experience required You'll have at least an MSc in Chemical or Process engineering as well as experience teaching and training in a higher education context. You will also have professional experience working in a related field. You'll need to be a flexible, proactive and positive person who is able to work with limited resources with patience and confidence. You'll be an excellent communicator with the ability to build good relationships with a wide range of people. You'll be open and hardworking with a commitment to capacity building. Flexibility and a sense of humour are essential in this type of work.

And the rest.... These voluntary roles are based within education institutions in Ethiopia. We’ll ask you to commit 12-24 months to make a sustainable contribution to development goals and in return we’ll provide you with invaluable training before your placement, a local living allowance, return flights, accommodation and insurance. When you return to your home country we’ll help you resettle and we’ll invite you to stay involved with us through campaigning, development awareness raising and fundraising.


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5 Urban Environment Management Professor4F PMJ Bldg. 1860 Evangelista Cor. Cuangco Sts., Brgy. Pio Del Pilar,  Makati City, Metro Manilaat least Post Graduate Diploma / Master's Degree
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Placement: Sebeta Special Needs College of Teacher Education (SNCTE) Location: Sebeta, Oromia Region, Ethiopia Length: 12 months

This is an exciting opportunity to use your engineering skills to play a vital role increasing disabled access and help the Ethiopian Government as they aim to provide inclusive education across the whole of Ethiopia.

What does the role involve? You will work with the staff of Sebeta SNCTE, the only special needs teacher's college in the Oromia region, to promote, develop and establish inclusive education in schools in Ethiopia, with particular reference to physical accessibility. To do this you will:

support Sebeta College to become accessible for all instructors, trainee teachers and staff in line with government and VSO guidelines of equal rights for all in education build awareness of ways in which accessibility can be achieved by building samples ie. Accessibility ramps write needs assessment reports for requirements to make each building on the Campus accessible apply for funding to carry out the works which are necessary to make the buildings accessible produce a map of the college campus to identify and plan areas for future development, planting, playing areas, etc. create a map which can be read and understood by blind and visually impaired students and staff to enable them to find their way around the College more easily liaise with town and regional engineering staff to implement Government policy throughout the town of Sebeta with regard to accessibility.

Skills, qualifications and experience required You'll have a degree in Engineering and significant experience managing construction projects. As part of your project management experience you'll be familiar with budget planning and carrying out work in line with budgets. You'll be able to work with limited resources and have excellent problem solving skills. If you have experience of working with government or local authority organisations then this would be a bonus. Ideally your experience would also include working in building and construction including improving disabled access. You'll be a flexible and positive person, able to work as part of a team and with a commitment to collaboration. A sense of adventure is also key!

And the rest... You'll be based in Sebeta, in the Oromia Region of Ethiopia. We'll ask you to commit 12 months to make a sustainable contribution to development goals and in return we'll provide you with invaluable training before your placement, a local living allowance, return flights, accommodation and insurance. When you return to your home country we'll help you resettle and we'll invite you to stay involved with us through campaigning, development awareness raising and fundraising.

For more information about volunteering with VSO and to apply for this role please go online to: www.vsointernational.org/volunteer/apply-now and please put the following reference on your application form: ETH0230/0005/0001.


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5 CIVIL ENGINEER-INSTRUCTOR (MSC&PHD)1537 M.H. Del Pilar St.  Ermita, Manila, Metro Manila+63 2 5258482 to 86 Loc. 112/113at least Post Graduate Diploma / Master's Degree
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COORDINATOR (AFRICA REGION)

Location :

Addis Ababa, ETHIOPIA

Application Deadline :

11-Dec-12

Additional Category

Poverty Reduction

Type of Contract :

TA International

Post Level :

P-4

Languages Required :

English   French  

Starting Date :

(date when the selected candidate is expected to start)

04-Feb-2013

Duration of Initial Contract :

364 days

Expected Duration of Assignment :

364 days

Background

When the United Nations Millennium Campaign was established by UN Secretary-General Kofi Annan in 2002, its specific purpose and mandate was to work with a wide range of partners to foster a self-sustaining advocacy movement - extending beyond the UN system - for the realisation of the MDGs. It was designed to disseminate data and analysis emerging from UN reports, promote partnership among key actors, especially from civil society, link with other UN campaigns and coordinate campaign strategies and messages.

Over the past 10 years the Millennium Campaign has built an impressive array of partnerships with civil society on MDG advocacy and supported the creation of strong coalitions to create accountability for commitments at global, regional and country levels. Our work sits squarely within the framework of our recommendations for follow up to the 2010 High Level Plenary Meeting of the MDGs particularly in the areas of increasing national ownership and commitment to the Outcome Document and broadening partnerships for development.

The 2010 MDG Summit renewed the focus on the global MDG challenge. Within the United Nations efforts are underway to synergise advocacy and communications efforts across the UN system by working more closely with the UN Development Group, and enhancing advocacy at the regional and national levels by supporting UN Country Teams and Regional Service Centres in the undertaking advocacy for the accelerated achievement of the MDGs as well as the Post 2015 development framework.

The Campaign’s Africa regional team works with citizens, across key constituencies including civil society organizations, parliamentarians, local authorities, youth, media and the private sector. The Campaign focuses it advocacy work on MDGs and the Post 2015 development framework on regional and continent-wide interventions as well as on national interventions primarily but not exclusively, in Burkina Faso, DRC, Ethiopia, Ghana, Kenya, Liberia, Mozambique, Nigeria, Rwanda, Senegal, Sierra Leone, South Africa, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia and Zimbabwe. The Campaign also has presence in Egypt and Cameroon.

This position will support Africa Campaign and has recently been revised to strengthen the managerial and leadership components. The position holder will be supporting the Regional Director, Africa to lead the advocacy and engagement strategy and providing oversight to the National Campaign Coordinators and other junior colleagues. Furthermore, the position holder will be expected to progressively taking on thematic and strategic leadership on key issues not only for the African Team but also for the global Campaign.

Duties and Responsibilities

Working under the direct supervision of the Regional Director, Africa of the UN Millennium Campaign and supporting the campaign as a whole, the Regional Coordinator is responsible for the coordination of advocacy initiatives; the analysis of political, social and economic trends; the provision of high-quality advocacy and policy advisory services; and the formulation, management and evaluation of programme activities within his/her portfolio.

The primary role of the Regional Coordinator will be to support Millennium Campaign's campaigning and advocacy strategy for the acceleration of efforts to achieve the Millennium Development Goals by 2015 and influencing the shaping of the Post 2015 development framework. This involves understanding the work of the Millennium Campaign and UN Agencies in Africa and working closely with constituencies such as civil society, youth, local authorities, parliamentarians, and media, in coordination with the UN system and its formal mechanisms.

The Regional Coordinator, Africa for the UN Millennium Campaign will coordinate and support the implementation of a wide range of initiatives designed to facilitate and deliver strategic and more coordinated MDG advocacy across UNDG agencies, the wider UN system and civil society partners. Working with a broad range of engaged partners the objective of these efforts will be to deliver strategic, impactful and effective advocacy initiatives and partnerships to keep the MDGs on the political and public agenda and contribute to shaping the discourse around the MDGs to reflect progress and identify challenges in the lead up to the 2015 deadline for MDG delivery.

Summary of key functions:

Oversight and coordination support of advocacy and programme strategies;Manage the regional and continental components of the Africa Campaign strategy;Provision of management, technical backstopping and guidance of the African Campaign programme;Provide support on key thematic issues for the Campaign ;Creation and maintenance of strategic advocacy and programme partnerships;Support to design and implementation of the influencing and resource mobilization strategies ;Provision of top quality advocacy, coordination and policy advice services to the Regional Director and other UN Millennium Campaign Senior Management as well as the facilitation of knowledge building and management within the Campaign.

Coordinate and provide oversight for implementation of advocacy strategies, focusing on achievement of the following results:

Working with National Campaign Coordinators to develop and implement joint MDG campaigning action plans with UNCTs in priority countries especially thus rolling out the MDGs Acceleration Framework;Working with National Campaign Coordinators, Programme/Operations colleagues and Advisers to support national and regional partners in developing and implementing advocacy campaigns for the accelerated achievement of the MDGs in Africa;Lead in establishing and managing strong partnerships with regional institutions and stakeholders on joint action on issues related to Arica's progress toward the MDGs;Facilitating the process of joint UN campaigns and advocacy in relation to the achievement of MDGs and the design of the Post 2015 development framework;Working with governments to account for the achievement of the MDGs by 2015;Lead and participate in meetings in relation to planning, budgeting and follow up of Millennium Campaign activities and projects.

Lead and manage the strategic partnerships with, key civil society organizations, faith- based organizations, Parliamentarians, UN Country Teams, local authorities, youth groups, media, and other stakeholders in order to achieve the following goals:

Coordinate the Campaign's strategies in the areas of local authorities, civil society, faith-based organizations, and Parliamentarians;Coordinate and participate in internal and external meetings, as well as attend MDG-related conferences and events;Initiate and support participation in advocacy and mass mobilization toward achievement of the MDGs;Give strategic advocacy and engagement advice to the Deputy Director, Africa and other senior management.

Ensure appropriate support to knowledge building and knowledge sharing around the Campaigning strategies and tools, focusing on achievement of the following results:

Engage in supporting the Deputy Director, Africa in strategic coalition building/networking and advocacy and campaigning with constituencies especially for key policy opportunities and events;Build a comprehensive campaign and advocacy strategy around key policy moments for the Africa region towards policy and practice change for the achievement of the MDGs;Liaise with national counterparts in the region on progress of activities, including appropriate flows of information from the regional office to national campaigns in the region and vice versa;Represent the UN Millennium Campaign in internal and external meetings, presentations and conferences and High Level events in the region;Provide timely and high quality quarterly and annual reports to the Deputy Director, Africa and provide relevant materials for the Campaign’s interactive web platforms.

Ensures provision of top quality advisory services and liaise with Strategic Partners, Advisers and National Coordinators focusing on achievement of the following results:

Working with National Campaign Coordinators to establish and/or maintain excellent working relationships with the UN Resident Coordinators and UNCTs, particularly in the Millennium Campaign's priority countries;Identification of sources of information related to policy-driven issues. Identification and synthesis of best practices and lessons learnt directly linked to campaign policy goals;Support to development of policies and institutions that will address problems and needs in collaboration with theRegional teams and other strategic partners;Sound contributions to knowledge networks and communities of practice.

Competencies

Corporate Competencies:

Demonstrates integrity by modeling the UN's values and ethical standards;

Promotes the vision, mission, and strategic goals of UNDP/Millennium Campaign;Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability;Treats all people fairly without favoritism

Functional Competencies:

Professionalism

Knowledge of the work of intergovernmental bodies, civil society, partners, the work of the United Nations and its related bodies concerned with MDG matters;Ability to manage and coordinate many different levels;Shows pride in work and in achievements;Demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter;Conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results;Motivated by professional rather than personal concerns;Shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations.

Knowledge Management and Learning

Promotes knowledge management in UN MC and a learning environment in the office through leadership and personal example;Solid academic background and demonstrated abilities in analysis of complex political situations and providing strategic advice, while maintaining personal detachment;Actively works towards continuing personal learning and development in one or more Practice Areas, acts on learning plan and applies newly acquired skills;In-depth knowledge on development and social justice issues and advocacy for these issues;Ability to advocate and provide policy advice.

Development and Operational Effectiveness

Ability to appreciate and respond productively to the challenges faced in leading a high-profile initiative in a politically challenging environment;Ability to maintain calm and poise in high pressure and sometimes provocative situations as well as apply skills in mediation and consensus building;Ability to lead strategic planning, results-based management and reporting;Ability to lead formulation, implementation, management, monitoring and evaluation of development programmes and projects as well as mobilize necessary resources;Ability to lead implementation of new systems (business side), and affect staff behavioral/ attitudinal change;Ability to establish priorities and to plan, coordinate and monitor work plans. Proven ability to work under pressure independently with limited supervision and produce output that is accurate, timely and of high quality. Ability to manage conflicting priorities;Resourcefulness, good interpersonal skills and ability to work in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity. Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain effective work relationships with and between different levels and types of program personnel and counterparts in an organization transcending national boundaries and multiple zones;Ability to understand and apply tools such as the logical framework, results-based approaches like UNDP’s RBM and PRINCE2. Solid knowledge and experience of project management. Ability to support and provide oversight to strategic planning, results-based management and reporting;Demonstrate understanding of and commitment to the mission and values of the UN Millennium Campaign;Strong IT skills.

Management and Leadership

Leads teams effectively and shows mentoring as well as conflict resolution skills;Proven managerial experience in an international context and ability to lead teams and coordinate complex advocacy initiatives. Proven ability to make sound decisions in delegation of responsibilities and in finding a balance between a focus on detail and keeping an eye on the big picture. Focuses on impact and result and responds positively to feedback;Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude;Strong inter-personal communications and diplomatic skills, with an ability to listen, understand and respond effectively to different and divergent points of view expressed by a wide range of stakeholders. Ability to build strong relationships with stakeholders including strategically influencing and partnering with high profile personalities;Demonstrates good oral and written communication;Demonstrates openness to change and ability to manage complexities.

Required Skills and Experience

Education:

Master's Degree or equivalent in Public Administration, Economics, Political Sciences, Development Studies, Social Sciences or related field.

Experience:

Minimum 7 years of relevant experience in Africa and at the regional and international level;Familiarity with the MDGs and social justice advocacy landscape in Africa; Good understanding of government systems and key Millennium Campaign partners/constituencies in Africa and the ability to facilitate policy/practice change and strategic advocacy work based on sound knowledge of the social justice landscape, MDGs and their status in focus countries;Skills in strategic influencing, training, process facilitation, strategic planning, and partnership-building;Ability to prepare high quality policy briefs, analytical reports, and technical research reflecting global good practice in citizens engagement;Excellent PC and new interactive media user skills: social media platforms, word processing, spreadsheets, databases and web-based research;Willingness to travel frequently within Africa and globally, as necessary;Proven track record of designing, coordinating, supporting and directly implementing advocacy strategies and initiatives;Demonstrable ability for advising, organizing and supervising activities and partnerships with CSOs and other stakeholders;Ability to work harmoniously with people from different cultural backgrounds and gender.

Language:

Excellent written and spoken English and French.Working ability in a third UN language is an asset.

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


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Regional Human Resources Manager, Africa
Regional Human Resources Manager, AfricaTracking Code302176-818Job Description
ChildFund International is seeking a Regional Human Resources Manager (RHM) for the Africa Region which supports 11 National Offices across the continent.  This is an exciting opportunity to fulfill a core function in a global and diverse organization.
The RHM is responsible for facilitation, implementation, delivery and proactive consultation of global human resources strategies and programs for the Africa region.  The RHM serves as a technical resource to the National Offices and is a liaison between ChildFund International headquarters and the Regional and National Offices for all matters related to Human Resources.  The RHM is a member of global Human Resources leadership team, as well as the Africa Regional leadership team.
Serving as a consultant, guide and leader for National Office HR staff, the HRM will review and recommend changes to NO HR policies and review local labor law changes, remuneration policies and recruitment strategies.  The RHM is a resource for NO leadership on employee relations issues, providing coaching and leadership or consultation on employee relations investigations.  S/he ensures comprehension and compliance with relevant internal and external policies, laws and regulations.  The HRM provides strategic and proactive input on organizational design, talent management and succession planning, among other areas.
As a liaison between National, Regional and Headquarters offices, the HRM communicates HR initiatives and programs and provides implementation support.  S/he is responsible for non-national staff contracting process including documentation, renewal, relocation resources and collaboration with Regional finance staff to ensure accurate payment and accrual of benefits and allowances.
Required Skills
* Bachelor's degree or equivalent relevant work experience.
* 8 - 10 years of demonstrated human resource generalist experience in a multi-national/multi-cultural organization servicing multiple countries; combination of prior experience in for-profit and non-profit sectors. Prior experience in consulting, preferred
* Knowledge of domestic and international functional human resources areas (employee relations, organizational development, remuneration, HRIS), with a focus on policy and procedure implementation, project management and/or facilitation of programs.
* Demonstrated experience in facilitation of workshops/training programs.
* Cross-cultural experience derived from working in culturally diverse environments; prior experience living and working in an international community preferred.
* Pro-active learning, keeping abreast of current and changing HR trends and practices.
* Strong organizational skills, with ability to meet deadlines
* Strong critical thinking skills; sound reasoning based on standard human resources principles and practices.
* Ability to apply discretion and maintain confidential information.
* Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
* Strong communication, presentation and documentation skills.
* Significant travel requirements
ChildFund's staff is integral to achieving the organization's mission.  ChildFund International's mission is to help deprived, excluded and vulnerable children have the capacity to improve their lives and the opportunity to become young adults, parents and leaders who bring lasting and positive change to their communities.  We promote societies whose individuals and institutions value, protect and advance the worth of children.
Required Experience
The ChildFund International Africa Regional Office is located in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.  The Regional HRM will ideally be located in this office, but can be located in another ChildFund National Office in Senegal, Liberia, Sierra Leone, The Gambia, Guinea, Zambia, Mozambique, Angola, Kenya or Uganda.Job LocationAddis Ababa, ETPosition TypeFull-Time/Regular

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Friday, December 14, 2012

Consultant/Consultancy firm for End of Programme Evaluation

Interact Worldwide is looking for an external evaluator to assess its Big Lottery funded ‘Closing the Gaps’ programme in Ethiopia, Malawi and Uganda.

The purpose of the evaluation is to assess the effectiveness and impact of the programme’s efforts towards the achievement of the outcomes, as well as technical assistance from Interact Worldwide. It will also highlight areas to improve the effectiveness in future programme design and implementation and recommend ways for the impact to be sustained.

It is anticipated that the assignment will last approximately two months (up to 40 working days), including time for preparation; field work; writing; feedback; and finalisation. It must be completed by 22nd March 2013 (Grant condition). The evaluation visits should take place during January and February 2013. The consultant will lead a team lead of three local consultants in each of the programme countries, Ethiopia, Malawi and Uganda.

Interested individuals or companies should submit a technical proposal (10 pages maximum) to Anna Hosking, Programme Coordinator, hoskinga@interactworldwide.org by 16th December 2012. The proposal should include the following:

• their competences to meet the requirements of the assignment
• the proposed methodology (ies) for carrying out the Final Evaluation
• a breakdown of consultancy days (if different to the suggested breakdown)
• the budget in British Sterling Pounds for the consultancy including daily fees and all other expected expenses
• the duration of the assignment and availability (when ready to undertake the assignment).
The submission must also include:
• CV of the consultant (2 pages max)
• Company profile (if appropriate) brief technical biographical data of the core team-member(s)
• Evidence of experience in undertaking similar assignments in the recent past with contact details of 2 previous clients that can be contacted in the role of referee for the consultant

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Thursday, December 13, 2012

REGIONAL TECHNICAL SPECIALIST - GREEN, LOW-EMISSION AND CLIMATE-RESILIENT DEVELOPMENT (GREEN LECRD)

Location :

Addis Ababa, ETHIOPIA

Application Deadline :

04-Jan-13

Type of Contract :

FTA International

Post Level :

P-3

Languages Required :

English  

Starting Date :

(date when the selected candidate is expected to start)

01-Jul-2013

Duration of Initial Contract :

1 year

Background

UNDP recognizes that the growing risks and impacts of climate change and the accompanying loss of ecosystem services requires the world to urgently invest in a new green development paradigm. Based in UNDP’s Bureau of Development Policy and its Environment and Energy Group, the UNDP/GEF unit helps developing countries make green, low-emission and climate-resilient development not only possible, but also economically attractive. To achieve this, it works closely with UNDP country offices to help countries develop and implement programmes and projects which advance their capacity to put in place the right mix of regulatory and financial incentives, remove institutional and policy barriers, and create enabling environments that attract and drive private sector investment into green development.

UNDP/GEF staff assist partner countries to develop and implement programmes and projects that combine and sequence resources from a wide range of global environment and climate funds, financial mechanisms, and instruments including, but not limited to: the GEF managed family of vertical funds such as the GEF Trust Fund, the Special Climate Change Fund and the Least Developed Countries Fund; the Adaptation Fund; the Clean Development Mechanism, Joint Implementation, voluntary carbon markets and other innovative sources of carbon, climate, and ecosystem finance, as well as a variety of multilateral, bilateral, national, sub-national and private sector sources.

Staff are organized into thematic teams of technical specialists led by Principal or Senior Technical Advisors (PTAs/STAs). Each team leader supports, guides, and supervises a team of Region-based Technical Advisors (RTAs) and Specialists (RTSs). RTAs and RTSs work in close collaboration with other technical specialists at both global and regional levels. While RTAs and RTSs have global responsibilities in their area of specialized technical expertise, they are deployed from Regional Service Centres, normally close to the countries to which they provide most support, and have a secondary line of reporting to the Regional Practice or Team Leaders on the countries they support.

The strategic objective of the Green, Low-emission, Climate-resilient Development Strategies team is to support countries to attract and direct public and private investment towards catalyzing and supporting sustainable economic growth through initiatives focused on integrated Climate Change Strategies, Advancing Cross-sectoral Climate Resilient Livelihoods and Strengthening Climate Information and Early Warning Systems for Climate Resilient Development.

This position, within the Green, Low-emission and Climate-resilient Development Strategies team, will be initially based in Addis Ababa but may be periodically re-deployed, in accordance with capability and due process, to a different regional centre as needed. The portfolio that the RTS is expected to support will include a heavy focus on initiatives in Africa with a focus on climate information for climate resilient planning and development and long-term adaptation to climate change.

Duties and Responsibilities

The RTS will be primarily responsible for providing high quality technical, policy, programming, gender-equitable implementation support and oversight, as well as knowledge and capacity development services, to UNDP country offices. S/he will work with UN agencies, governments, inter-governmental organizations, NGO’s, donors, and the private sector in accordance with UNDP’s key results as outlined in the corporate strategy. This will be undertaken in full compliance with UNDP’s Programme and Operations Policies and Procedures including on gender, environmental safeguards, etc. Specifically the RTS will be expected to deliver results in the areas of:

Innovation, Strategic Leadership, Dialogue and Advocacy (10%)

Maintaining a strategic understanding of, and engagement with, the substantive technical issues, institutions, and processes within the countries served, including establishing contact with and developing strategic partnerships with other agencies, donors, NGO’s, the private sector, and scientific institutions etc.;Contributing to the development and implementation of UNDP’s global and regional strategies on environment and sustainable development, especially with the private sector;Contributing to identifying strategic policy development support and guidance;Supporting the development of strategic UNDP policy position papers and internal briefing notes;Supporting the development of specific policy analysis and development tools and guidance;Establishing a trusted leadership role amongst the countries served;Keeping the Regional Practice/Team Leader and other RTSs informed of trends and issues with respect to their substantive technical area; andKeeping the Principal/Senior Technical Advisors informed of trends and issues in the countries served.

Portfolio Management (20%)

Maintaining programme/project and portfolio information, as well as corporate information systems;Fostering relationships between those involved in project development, external contractors, government agencies and UNDP country offices;Facilitating the identifying, and sourcing of technical expertise and support including assisting with the preparation of TORs, identification and evaluation of experts and reviewing reports, and promoting gender equality;Developing and advocating for specific policy analysis and development tools and guidance in support of programming and finance for Green LECRD, including from both public and private sources;Supporting the establishment of a trusted leadership role for UNDP/GEF within the region; andContributing to regional retreats, focal area retreats, regional strategic planning, pipeline management exercises, etc.

Resource Mobilization (20%)

Supporting programme and project identification and development;Providing timely quality information and technical advice on source of funds policies, priorities and activities;Identifying priorities and entry-points for UNDP assistance;Leading the process of preparation, design, submission and approval of programme/project concepts and full-fledged proposals for financing;Identification and sourcing of technical expertise and support including assisting with the preparation of TORs, identification and evaluation of experts and reviewing reports; andFacilitate relationships with potential financing agencies and institutions.

Development Impact (30%)

Assisting with inception, contracting and start-up of programmes/projects including establishment of indicators, benchmarks and work plans;Supporting UNDP country offices and programme/project implementation partners in supervision, implementation, monitoring, evaluation, troubleshooting and adaptive management;

Learning, Knowledge Management and Self Development (15%)

Evaluating, capturing, codifying, synthesizing lessons and stimulating the uptake of best practices and knowledge, including the development of resource kits and other knowledge materials;Peer reviewing, commenting on, and seeking to improve, the technical quality of programmes/projects, policies, practices, guidelines, advisory notes, publications and the like;Assisting with preparation of Community of Practice meetings;Supporting the preparation and delivering training courses;Responding to queries on programme/project progress, impacts and lessons;Developing and carrying out a personal learning plan (5%).

Competencies

Technical Competencies:

Experience working with national, sub-national and local institutional structures, and systems of governance, including public financial management as well as engaging with the private sector;Demonstrated understanding of the implications of climate change on key sectors and ability to provide guidance on the integration of climate risk management and, development of long term and medium term responses to climate change, within public and private sector institutionsKnowledge of early warning systems for climate-related hazards;Experience of disaster management procedures and institutional arrangements at the national and international level;Experience in installing and maintaining hydro-meteorological networks and associated communication systems is desirable;Ability to guide the design and implementation of multi-sectoral and sectoral programmes and projects at different scales; andAbility to work with multiple stakeholders across a wide range of disciplines

Corporate Competencies:

Demonstrates integrity by modeling the UN’s values and ethical standardsPromotes the vision, mission, and strategic goals of UNDPDisplays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptabilityTreats all people fairly without favoritism

Functional Competencies:

Development and Operational Effectiveness

Ability to contribute to strategic planning, change processes, results-based management and reportingAbility to lead formulation, oversight of implementation, monitoring and evaluation of development projectsAbility to apply development theory to the specific country context to identify creative, practical approaches to overcome challenging situations

Knowledge Management and Learning

Promotes knowledge management in UNDP and a learning environment in the office through leadership and personal exampleIn-depth practical knowledge of inter-disciplinary development issuesActively works towards continuing personal learning and development in one or more Practice Areas, acts on learning plan and applies newly acquired skillsSeeks and applies knowledge, information, and best practices from within and outside of UNDP

Client Orientation

Maintains relationships with clients, focuses on impact and result for the client and responds positively to feedbackConsistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitudeDemonstrates openness to change and ability to manage complexitiesEffective leadership, mentoring as well as conflict resolution skillsDemonstrates strong oral and written communication skillsRemains calm, in control and good humored even under pressureProven networking, team-building, organizational and communication skills

Management and Leadership

Builds strong relationships with clients, focuses on impact and result for the client and responds positively to feedbackConsistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitudeDemonstrates openness to change and ability to manage complexitiesEffective mentoring, as well as, conflict resolution skillsDemonstrates strong oral and written communication skillsRemains calm, in control and good humored even under pressureProven networking, team-building, and organizational skills

Required Skills and Experience

Education:

Masters degree in Climate change and development, Development Economics, Environmental Economics, Energy, Environmental Law or a closely-related field.

Experience:

At least 5 years of relevant experience preferably in the area of climate information systems for integrated planning at national and sub-national levels;Experience working with private sector/public-private partnerships especially on financing and operations for small, medium and multinational enterprises;Experience with project development, implementation and management. Familiarity with UNDP/GEF projects is an advantage;Experience in the policy development processes associated with environment and sustainable development issues in the context of climate change risk management;Strong analytical, writing, and advocacy skills;Strong interpersonal skills;Excellent drafting ability, presentation and communication skills, both oral and written;Skills in facilitation and coordination, entrepreneurial spirit and demonstrated ability to work in an independent manner; commitment to team work and to working across disciplines;IT literacy, familiarity with e-presentation techniques and ability to operate with on-line web-based applications;Work experience in an international organization is an advantage, as is knowledge of UNDP policies and procedures.

Language Requirements:

Excellent knowledge of the English language, with exceptional writing, presentation and communication skills;Fluency in French or Portuguese, including excellent writing skills is an asset;Proficiency in other UN languages is an asset.

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Placement: Mekelle University (MU) Location: Ethiopia Length: 3-6 months

Ethiopia is Africa’s oldest independent country, and is also one of the poorest. Ethiopia is currently engaged in a highly ambitious effort to realign its higher education system in order to contribute more directly to its national strategy for economic growth and poverty reduction. Its achievements over the past five years have been little short of extraordinary. The reforms have targeted all levels: the overall system, the institutions, and the academic programmes. You will work with Mekelle University (MU) and with your professional skills, provide improved use of medical equipment to increase the service to the community. There is a lot of non-functioning medical equipment due to technical problems and few people with medical equipment knowledge and skill.

What does the role involve?

The role of the placement is to build the capacity of MU, both to improve current service delivery and also to make full use of new facilities being developed. There is a huge degree of flexibility within the role and duties may include: • assess medical equipment; identify non-functional equipment and maintenance required in collaboration with college staff and technicians • develop action plan showing what type of maintenance can be provided with the capacity of volunteers, e.g. input needed, support needed and a time table
• carry out medical equipment maintenance and train staff and technicians • provide assistance to other VSO supported hospitals in consultation with other volunteers

Skills, qualifications and experience required You’ll have at least a BSc in Biomedical Engineering and ideally a Masters, plus you will have completed general Biomedical Engineer training. You’ll have good experience in your field and be able to perform advanced maintenance of medical equipment. You’ll, also ideally, have experience teaching and sharing skills with colleagues. You will have good interpersonal, networking and communication skills. You’ll be patient and flexible to work with limited resources, have a positive attitude and able to maintain confidentiality and a desire to contribute to a national health programme.

And the rest.... You will be based in Mekelle, a large town situated in the northernmost region of Ethiopia. It lies at an altitude of 2,200m and so is not malarial. Facilities are very good, with an excellent range of shops, cafés and restaurants, and a large and interesting market. We’ll ask you to commit to at least 6 months to make a sustainable contribution to our development goals. In return, we’ll provide you with extensive training before your placement, and our financial package includes a local living allowance, return flights, accommodation, insurance and more. When you return to your home country, we'll support you to resettle.

To find out more about volunteering with VSO or to apply, go to http://www.vsointernational.org/volunteer/ and reference ETH0530/0004/0001 in your application. On average it takes a minimum of 4 months to go through the application process so apply now for departure in 2013.


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Counterpart International is a global development organization that empowers people and communities to implement innovative and enduring solutions to social, economic, and environmental challenges. For nearly 50 years, Counterpart has been forging partnerships with communities in need to address complex problems related to economic development, food security and nutrition, and building effective governance and institutions.

For more information visit www.Counterpart.org

SUMMARY: Counterpart International is seeking a Finance Director for an anticipated 5-year, $18.4 million Strengthening Institutions for Peace & Development II (SIPED II) Program in Ethiopia. The program aims to provide tools of peace building and accountable governance to increase the resiliency of households, communities and governing institutions to conflict. With the support and under the supervision of the Chief of Party (COP), the Finance Director will be responsible for all aspects of financial project management as well as coordination of all financial activities. The manager should have a fluency and experience in the areas of: financial management, accountability, negotiations, auditing, as well as be an expert in USAID rules and regulations governing all aspects of financial and administrative management and oversight of programs. *This position is contingent upon funding.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: •Ensuring that the financial aspects of this program meet all of USAID and the federal government’s requirements in funds accountability. •Design, implement and monitor all financial and accounting aspects of the program. •Provide input in the design of grants procedures and structure of grants programs. •Monitor program expenditures and costs. •Monitor procurement, purchase orders and payment requests to ensure compliance with internal policies and procedures along with USAID regulations.
•Manage all financial disbursements. •Ensure timely submission of all financial reports, records, files and cash requests to Counterpart headquarters. •Review and ensure that agreements with sub-grantees and subcontractors are in compliance with the program budget as well as U.S. government regulations and Counterpart policies. •Provide overall oversight of the financial administration of sub-grants and sub-contracts. •Ensure that all financial and administrative decision-making is in compliance with U.S. government regulations and Counterpart policies. •Conduct financial research and analysis and/or make financial projections for the program.

QUALIFICATIONS: •Minimum of Bachelor’s degree in Finance/Accounting or equivalent. CPA, MBA or Master’s in accounting, finance or other relevant field is preferred. •Minimum 7-10 years’ experience in all aspects of international development financial project management duties. •Experience in financial management, accounting and administration for USAID funded programs/projects necessary, particularly experience with USAID grant regulations. •Experience with Excel and QuickBooks. Experience using Microsoft Dynamics accounting products preferred. •Strong interpersonal skills, ability to interact effectively with CSOs, USAID, other relevant stakeholders and personnel associated with this program. •Excellent communication, problem-solving, teamwork and leadership skills as well as demonstrated ability to interact effectively with CSOs, USAID and other relevant stakeholders and personnel associated with this program. •English fluency required. Knowledge of Amharic is preferred.

Please apply online at http://www.counterpart.org/. No calls or emails please.

Counterpart is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities, veterans and the physically challenged are encouraged to apply.


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Wednesday, December 12, 2012

UNDP Ethiopia Country Office UN ECA Campus Africa Hall Building

Job Title

PROGRAMME ASSISTANT, G7

Department/ Office

Economic Commission for Africa

Duty Station

ADDIS ABABA

Posting Period

3 December 2012-2 January 2013

Job Opening number

12-PGM-ECA-24833-R-ADDIS ABABA (R)

United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity

Organizational Setting and Reporting

This position is located in the Office of Strategic Planning and Programme Management (OPM) at the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa at Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. The incumbent will work under the direct supervision of the Director of the Division.

Responsibilities

The incumbent:

Independently provides full range of programme/project management and implementation assistance at all phases of the programme/project cycle for, typically, a large and highly complex component of the departmental programme/project initiatives, seeking guidance only in exceptional circumstances.

Researches, compiles, analyses, summarizes, and presents basic information/data on a wide range of programme/project and related activities, highlighting noteworthy issues/trends for consideration by appropriate parties.

Tracks resolutions and other legislative decisions that have implications for programme/project development and implementation . Oversees the development of database(s) to ensure the availability of relevant information on programmas/projects.

Reviews, appraises and revises, as necessary, all submissions for substantive programmes/projects, assists in ensuring compliance with guidelines and programme/project objectives; identifies problems/issues, seeks clarification from departments, assesses replies, and prepares a summary for the manager with suggestions for further action.

Works with funding agencies in arranging financing modalities; obtains requisite clearances; ensures establishment of proper monitoring systems, including scheduled reporting, reviews meetings and missions.

Provides support in drafts budget and forecast based on submissions; prepares monitoring checklists, identifying stages of programme/project development, funding source, inputs by reviewing internal and external bodies, and follow-up actions required.

Monitors budgetary commitments, including verification of charges and obligation documents in IMIS for all financial transactions; prepares periodic budget revisions and ensures appropriate resource allocations; reconciles accounts with amended budget; evaluates trends of financial implementation and makes necessary recommendations to line manager.

Prepares newsletters on programme/project-related activities; prepares inputs for a wide range of documents/reports, briefings/debriefings, correspondence, etc.

Serves as focal point for coordination and monitoring of implementation of activities and participates in programme/project evaluation; monitors implementation at all stages to ensure work is proceeding according to established plans, including analysing implementation challenges and initiating remedial action; liaises with diverse organizational units to initiate requests; prepares standard terms of reference against programme/project objectives, obtains necessary clearances, processes and follows-up on administrative actions and resolves issues related to project implementation, e.g. recruitment and appointment of personnel, travel arrangements, organization of and participation in training/study tours, authorization of payments, disbursement of funds, procurement of equipment and services, etc.

Arranges for formal closures of projects, final budget revision, transfer of equipment, clearance, publication and distribution of final report.

Provides secretariat services to committees, ad hoc tasks forces, etc.; drafts and circulates agenda to members/participants; assembles background documentation; drafts minutes of the meeting; monitors follow-up actions, etc.

May undertake mission/field work in support of above activities, e.g. specific administrative, operational/control tasks for programme/project activities.

Establishes internal databases; sets up, files, stores and manages data and information relevant to the scope of programme/project activities.

Supervises office support staff, including distribution and review of work assignments, training, and inputs to performance evaluation.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Competencies

Professionalism: Knowledge of internal policies, processes and procedures generally and in particular those related to programme/project administration, implementation and evaluation, technical cooperation, programming and budgeting. Understanding of the functions and organization of the work unit and of the organizational structure and respective roles of related units. Ability to identify, independently assess, formulate recommendations and/or resolve a wide range of issues/problems, undertake research and gather information from standard sources and to work well with figures including ability to analyze and understand financial data. Ability to design information data bases from multiple sources into an integrated programme evaluation system. Ability to direct, supervise and train office support staff. Demonstrated ability to apply judgment in the context of assignments given and discretion, resourcefulness and ability to deal proactively and tactfully with offices throughout the organization. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Commitment to implementing the goal of gender equality by ensuring the equal participation and full involvement of women and men in all aspects of work.

Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others' ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.

Planning& Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.

Technological Awareness: Keeps abreast of available technology; understands applicability and limitation of technology to the work of the office; actively seeks to apply technology to appropriate tasks; shows willingness to learn new technology.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent. A post secondary education in management, social science or directly related fields are desirable. Must have passed the United Nations Administrative Support Assessment Test (ASAT) at Headquarters or an equivalent locally-administered test at Offices Away from Headquarters.

Work Experience

Ten years of progressive experience in programme management or project administration or related area.

Languages

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of another official United Nations language is an advantage.

Assessment Method

A competency-based interview and other assessment method will be conducted as part of the recruitment process for this position.

Special Notice

Recruitment for this position is done on a local basis, whether or not the candidate is a resident of the duty station.

Passing the Administrative Assessment Support Test (ASAT) at Headquarters or an equivalent recognized locally-administered test at a United Nations Office is a prerequisite for recruitment consideration in the General Service category in the United Nations Secretariat.

United Nations Considerations

The United Nations shall place no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. (Charter of the United Nations - Chapter 3, article 8). The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.

No Fee

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Tuesday, December 11, 2012

Oxfam
Bole
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Title: Associate Country Director (Ethiopia)

Department: International Programs

Status: 1 year Term (possibility of renewal), Full-time (unionized)

Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Immediate Supervisor: Director, International Programs

Salary: $44,880 - $59,245 USD net

Oxfam Canada (OCA) is an international development agency with a focus on women's rights and gender equality, committed to building lasting solutions to global poverty and injustice by advocating for fundamental social change. OCA works in relationships of solidarity and partnership to build the capacity of civil society in the Global South. As a member of Oxfam International, Oxfam Canada works in collaboration with other Oxfam affiliates to increase impact and influence locally, nationally and globally. Oxfam Canada manages the Ethiopia program from a Country office of 16 staff in Addis Ababa.

SCOPE OF POSITION:

The Associate Country Director (ACD) is the senior representative of Oxfam Canada (OCA) in-country, responsible for the successful delivery of OCA's program and contributions to the Oxfam Country Strategy. The ACD is line-managed by Oxfam Canada's Director, International Programs (based in Ottawa) but also reports to the Oxfam Country Director (CD) based in Addis Ababa, who leads on the Oxfam Country Strategy. The ACD will serve as OCA's senior representative in-country for 2 years, will lead a team of approximately 17 local staff and the implementation of a program with an annual budget of approximaely CAD $2 million.

The ACD is responsible for developing, implementing, monitoring and evaluating OCA's program in Ethiopia. S/he will be expected to support both the design and scaling up of the program strongly focusing on Gender justice, with ongoing engagement in food security, Value-chain and livelihoods, DRR, and organizational capacity enhancement of local partners. The ACD will also represent Oxfam Canada at various national tables and with the Oxfam confederation structures in country, to ensure with other affiliates the maximum level of impact, influence and This position offers a comprehensive Benefits package. We thank all those who apply, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Oxfam Canada practices employment equity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates. effectiveness of Oxfam's program in Ethiopia. The ACD will also provide leadership on organizational change and development plans underway, in line with adjustments required by the single management structure of Oxfam.

The ACD maintains ongoing relationships and effective collaboration with OCA's National Office in Ottawa and other field offices to implement OCA's mandate.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

(This is not an exhaustive list of duties to be performed) She/he: As a member of Oxfam's Country Leadership Team, supports Oxfam's joint country analysis and strategy and the successful operation of the Single Management Structure; Holds accountability for the successful programmatic leadership of Oxfam Canada's components within the Oxfam country strategy (primarily but not exclusively related to Women's Rights and Gender Equality), and for the development and management of the Oxfam Canada program and operations in Ethiopia; Ensures OCA's compliance with the Single Management Agreement and related policies and protocols (program standards, reporting, human resources, risk management, media, advocacy and communications, humanitarian response, security, etc.); Leads the development of Oxfam Canada's program in Ethiopia, including new funding proposals and managing donor and partner relations; Is responsible for programmatic and financial management of OC's program including:

- Organizing and guiding implementation toward achieving program results;

- Monitoring, evaluation and learning, in keeping with Oxfam standards;

- Preparing and executing funding agreements as required; and

- Preparing and submitting quality program and financial reports in accordance with requirements.

Is accountable for effective management of operations of OCA offices in-country including:

- Ensuring adherence to the Oxfam code of conduct, the OCA Human Resources guidelines, Oxfam's security and safety guidelines;

- Managing personnel, including the hiring, supervising, evaluating and disciplining of locally engaged staff;

- Contracting for office space, services and equipment;

- Preparing and following-up on the in-country budget

- Managing finances: overseeing procedures: authorizing expenditures, monitoring performance to budget, and reporting;

- Ensuring that OCA operates in accordance with national law, including legal status/agreements and reporting to the Government of Ethiopia.

Represents Oxfam Canada in Ethiopia to government, donors, non-governmental agencies, the media and Canadian government representatives as appropriate and in keeping with guidelines set by the Country Leadership Team. This includes:

- Support to visiting monitors, delegations, relevant media, missions or program initiatives;

- Responding as delegated to media attention on issues and events in-country.

Maintains a current understanding of issues related to Ethiopia, including:

- Government policies and programs related to assigned thematic priorities;

- Political, economic, social, cultural and environmental issues as they relate to poverty;

- Issues related specifically to women's rights and gender equality;

Other related duties as required.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE & COMPETENCIES:

1. A minimum of ten (10) years international development experience with at least five years in senior program management positions, preferably in the region. Experience in the Horn of Africa is a particular asset.

2. University degree, with a relevant post-graduate degree considered an asset, as is formal education related to gender studies.

3. Strong understanding and demonstrated experience/knowledge in a combination of women's rights/gender equality and organizational development

4. Experience and solid credentials in thematic thrusts of Oxfam's program in Ethiopia (economic development and gender, food security, DRR). Some experience in the humanitarian sector is considered an asset.

5. Demonstrated commitment to gender equality and respect to diversity;

6. Commitment and proven capacity to develop and maintain strong and respectful partnerships with local non-government organizations is required.

7. Excellent English writing and speaking skills. Knowledge of Amharic is an asset.

8. Proven ability to write documents and program reports requiring solid analytical capacity;

9. Experience using Results-based Management planning and monitoring methodologies;

10. Demonstrated financial management skills, including experience of developing and managing budgets and financial reports associated with donor and partner contracts;

11. Demonstrated Human resources management skills, including leading, growing and empowering of staff teams.

12. Capacity to work in a self-directed manner, while liaising effectively with supervisors at a distance and meeting adequately various accountabilities in and out of country.

13. Demonstrated capacity to work collaboratively with a complex mix of stakeholders, including sister affiliates, civil society partners, government officials, multiple funders, etc.

14. Demonstrated initiative and success in program development and securing new funding;

15. Excellent interpersonal, coordination and organizational skills required;

16. Strong computer skills in word processing, spreadsheets, e-mail, Internet;

17. Ability to live in-country and to travel within the region and internationally.

Please submit applications to employment@oxfam.ca quoting competition number ACD11 in the subject line of email.


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