CHARITY JOBS IN AFRICA

Organization: World Wide Fund For Nature
Country: Cameroon
Closing date: 20 Feb 2015

WWF Cameroon seeks the services of a lead consultant) or an institution to undertake work leading to the evaluation and revision of the management and business plans of the Korup National Park.

How to apply:

Interested persons or institutions may submit technical and financial bids to the email address "ccpocfp-tenders@wwfcarpo.org" in ONE EMAIL ONLY. For the email subject line, please use “Special call for tender – KNP management plan”.

You may request ToR from forboseh@wwfcarpo.org. Previous applicants are encouraged to re-apply.

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Organization: UN Children's Fund
Country: Rwanda
Closing date: 24 Dec 2014

UNITED NATIONS CHILDREN’ FUND

RWANDA COUNTRY OFFICE

VACANCY NOTICE NO. PER/VN/025/2014

The Office of United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) Rwanda is inviting applications from suitably qualified Rwandan nationals to fill the following vacancy:

TITLE : National Consultant, Child Rights Advisor

LEVEL : NOC (category for National officers)

TYPE OF APPOINTMENT : SSA Consultancy

DURATION : 11 months

STARTING DATE : 15 January 2015

DUTY STATION : Kigali

DATE OF ISSUE : 11/12/2014

DATE OF CLOSURE : 24/12/2014

Background and Purpose:

The Ministry in charge of Gender and Family Promotion (MIGEPROF) aims at promoting equality and equity for both men and women and ensure empowerment of women through the national development processes of Rwanda.

The Ministry further aims at promoting the family, as a natural and cultural basis of the Rwandan society and provide a conducive environment for the overall development of the nation’s children according to internationally agreed standards and principles. MIGEPROF has a mandate with the key responsibility of formulating policies and strategies on issues that affect all Rwandans in the areas of Gender Equality, Family Promotion, Women and Girls Empowerment and Child Protection.

The Ministry has put in place the Integrated Child Rights Policy (ICPR) to ensure that every child is given equal rights and is well protected. It has the overall responsibility for the implementation of the Strategic Plan for the ICRP in Rwanda and as such, is tasked with the coordination of interventions between the various Ministries and institutions involved. It also has primary responsibility for 3 thematic areas under the ICRP, namely: Family and Alternative Care; Protection; and Participation. Furthermore in September 2011 an ECD Policy and Strategic Plan was developed and is currently under revision. The policy promotes the holistic development of all children in Rwanda through the provision of integrated health, nutritional, early learning and protection services to families and children between 0-6 years of age. The goal of the ECD policy is to ensure all Rwandan children achieve their potential, are healthy, well-nourished and safe, and their mothers, fathers and communities become nurturing caregivers through receiving integrated early childhood development services.

The Ministry has also developed a Family Policy which gives a broader line on the government’s commitments towards promoting the Rwandan Family, and a National Gender Policy and its strategic plan. The Law Nº54/2000 of 14/12/2011 relating to the Rights and Protection of Children serves as the unified law covering all the aspects of the rights of children and complying with all the ratified international treaties. All these documents will help the consultant to support the Ministry in achieving its mandate for the promotion and protection of children’s rights.

The main purpose of this assignment is to support and advise MIGEPROF to apply, adapt and achieve its goals, policies, and strategies pertaining to children’s rights in conformity with the Integrated Child Rights Policy.

Objective of the consultancy

Under the general guidance of the Honourable Minister of Gender and Family Promotion, the Child Rights Advisor supports and advises MIGEPROF and its affiliated agencies in developing policies, strategies, programmes and systems for the fulfilment of children’s rights in Rwanda and overseeing their implementation. The Child Rights Advisor is responsible for providing technical leadership, management advice, and programme support and capacity building to MIGEPROF and its affiliated agencies. He/she facilitates application, adaptation and achievement of MIGEPROF goals, policies, and strategies pertaining to children’s rights in conformity with the Integrated Child Rights Policy and the Law number 54 Relating to the Rights and Protection of Children. The Child Rights Advisor provides innovative leadership including expert advice, vision, knowledge management, articulating policies and strategies, situation appraisal and harmonization of programme strategy. In close collaboration with the National Commission for Children, the Child Rights Advisor will support coordination efforts in the area of child rights by working closely with relevant thematic sectors, including social protection, health and nutrition, justice, education to ensure integration of child rights issues within these sectors.

Goals

The specific results of the assignment will include among others:

1. Programme policies, strategies, and approaches for MIGEPROF on child rights are developed in accordance with international and national best practice
2. Child rights coordination mechanisms, including around Early Childhood Development, within Government of Rwanda as well as with other stakeholders, are supported.
3. Child rights issues are mainstreamed within the programmes, policies, strategies of relevant sectors and ministries.
4. Technical advice is provided to MIGEPROF staff on the design and monitoring and evaluation of child rights policies and interventions
5. Capacity of MIGEPROF staff on child rights is assessed and a capacity-building plan is developed and implemented, including formal training and on the job training and mentoring, based on identified needs
6. Common frameworks, tools, and guidance are developed for MIGEPROF and its affiliated agencies to ensure high quality evidence-based child rights programming
7. Resources are mobilized in the area of child rights through technical support for evidence-based advocacy.
8. MIGEPROF is effectively represented and programme goals and strategies are widely advocated with relevant government officials, notably through the Social Protection Sector, multi-lateral agencies, bi-lateral agencies, NGOs, UN agencies, and donors

Tasks

Under the supervision of the Minister of Gender and Family Promotion, The consultant will work in close collaboration with heads of departments and technical staff from MIGEPROF, as well as with relevant personnel from the National Commission for Children, to perform the following key tasks:

• Provide technical advice and support to MIGEPROF on the development of relevant programme policies, strategies, and approaches on child rights, including MIGEPROF’s 2014-2019 Strategic Plan.
• Represent MIGEPROF in external meetings with relevant government officials, notably through the Social Protection Sector, multi-lateral agencies, bi-lateral agencies, NGOs, UN agencies, and donors.
• Support and advise MIGEPROF in mobilizing resources for child rights programmes through evidence-based advocacy
• Support implementation of the Child Rights related Laws and Policies (The Law No54 Relating to the Rights and Protection of Children, ICRP and ECD Policy) at decentralized levels in order to ensure their incorporation in the plans and budget at District Levels.
• Support development of National Standards for Early Childhood Development.
• Support child rights coordination mechanisms within Government of Rwanda as well as with other stakeholders, and ensure that child rights issues including ECD are mainstreamed within the programmes, policies, strategies of relevant sectors and ministries
• Support and advise MIGEPROF and its affiliated agencies on the development of common frameworks, tools and guidance to develop evidence-based child rights programming.
• Assess the capacity of MIGEPROF staff on child rights and develop and implement a capacity-building plan, including formal training and on the job training and monitoring, based on the identified needs.

Deliverables

• Submit to MIGEPROF and UNICEF a detailed quarterly work plan with activities clearly linked to each expected result, at the beginning of the consultancy and 3 months into the consultancy.
• Submit to MIGEPROF and UNICEF monthly progress reports highlighting key achievements, challenges, lessons learnt and recommendations.
• In consultation with MIGEPROF, UNICEF and other child rights and protection stakeholders, develop: (i) a capacity-building plan and training module(s) on child rights for MIGEPROF staff ; (ii) Early learning and development standards.
• Submit to MIGEPROF and UNICEF a final report no later than 20 days before the end of the consultancy, highlighting key achievements, challenges, lessons learnt, best practices and recommendations.

Duration and work arrangements

SSA Consultancy is for a period of 11 months.

Work arrangements:

The consultant will be based in MIGEPROF but will be responsible for providing his/her own electronic equipment. He/she have will regular interaction with MIGEPROF’s affiliated agencies and with UNICEF, and he/she will conduct consultations with various MIGEPROF partners.

Field visits will be organized as deemed necessary.

For the time spent in the field, the consultant will receive DSA in US dollars according to UN rate. He/she will receive the final tranche of honoraria when the final report has been received and accepted by both MIGEPROF and UNICEF Rwanda.

The consultant will be responsible for setting up meetings with all appropriate individuals and institutions with the support of MIGEPROF where necessary.

The consultant will work under the supervision of the Honourable Minister of Gender and Family Promotion. The consultant will also work closely with a focal point nominated in the agencies affiliated to the Ministry.

The contract will be signed between the consultant and UNICEF as the hiring organisation. The consultant will be governed by UNICEF procurement rules and regulations.

Profile of the SSA Consultant

Qualifications:

• Advanced university degree in Social Sciences, International Relations, Political Science, public relations, media, communication, or other relevant disciplines.
• A minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience in all aspects of programme management, and/or advisory support, in the area of child rights resulting in recognized expertise in the technical area.
• Fluency in English and Kinyarwanda. Knowledge of French would be an asset.
• National of Rwanda

Competencies:

• Communicates effectively to varied audiences, including during formal public speaking.
  Creates and encourages a climate of team-working and collaboration.
• Consistently achieves high-level results, managing and delivering projects on-time and on-budget.
• Has good leadership and advisory skills; co-ordinates group activities, ensuring that roles within the team are clear.
• Analyzes and integrates diverse and complex quantitative and qualitative data from a wide range of sources
• Sets, develops and revises organizational strategy and develops clear visions of the organizations future potential.
• Quickly builds rapport with individuals and groups; maintains an effective network of individuals across departments and organizations.
• Negotiates effectively by exploring a range of possibilities.

Payment modalities

Payment will be made on a monthly basis upon delivery by the consultant of a monthly progress report highlighting achievements of pre-agreed deliverables. Applicants are required to quote their fees

Funding source and rate of payment

Funding source: UNICEF GC 3750/A0/05/004/001/001

Rate of payment: UNICEF monthly consultancy rate at NOC level applicable

How to apply:

Qualified individuals are requested to submit their cover letter, CV and P11 form (which can be downloaded from: http://www.unicef.org/about/employ/files/P11.doc), to Human Resources at: rwajobs@unicef.org by December 24^th 2014, with subject: “Child Rights Advisor - Application.”

You may also submit to: Human Resources Specialist, UNICEF Rwanda, P.O. Box 381, Kigali, Rwanda.

UNICEF IS A NON-SMOKING WORKING ENVIRONMENT.

UNICEF IS COMMITTED TO GENDER BALANCE AND DIVERSITY WITHOUT DISTINCTION AS TO RACE, SEX OR RELIGION, AND WITHOUT DISCRIMINATION OF PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES.

Organization: Swiss Tropical and Public Health Institute
Country: Guinea
Closing date: 18 Dec 2014

The Swiss Tropical and Public Health Institute is a public institution with the mandate to contribute to the improvement of the health of populations internationally and nationally through excellence in research, services, and teaching and training.

The Swiss Centre for International Health (SCIH) of the Swiss Tropical and Public Health Institute (Swiss TPH) conducts consultancy, project management, training and applied research work in international health. For the provision of Local Fund Agent (LFA) services to the Global Fund to fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria, we are seeking interested candidates for the following position:

National Monitoring & Evaluation expert with Public health / epidemiology background (To be based in Guinea Conakry)

Within on-going assignments from the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Malaria and Tuberculosis, the tasks will include:
• Contributions to the conduct of activities related to the appraisal and performance monitoring of health sector development projects more specifically related to Malaria interventions
• Verification of the implementation of health programs with special consideration of aspects relating to M&E, data verifications and program management.
To best fit into our active, interdisciplinary team we are looking for a professional disposing of the following qualifications:
• Being national Guinean is a requirement
• Minimum Master degree in epidemiology or public health preferred with a solid expertise on Malaria and/or HIV/AIDS and/or Tuberculosis
• Minimum of 8 years working experience in the health sector, notably in Monitoring and Evaluating health programs in developing countries required with a) ability to interpret performance results of health programs and analyse the implications of such results in the country context; b) strong understanding of public health monitoring and evaluation systems; c) a thorough knowledge of epidemiology and programmatic interventions; d) and understanding of the dimensions of health service quality and familiarity with reviewing and interpreting national service delivery guidelines
• Previous Local Fund Agent (LFA) experience or experience with the Global Fund to fight HIV/AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria is a strong asset.
• Excellent command (speaking and writing) of English AND French are both required, Portuguese is an asset
• Ability to carry out design and implementation of epidemiologic investigations / studies, including on-site visits of health facilities, data collection, interviews with patients, health-care providers, and other stakeholders is an asset
• Expertise in the design, management and evaluation of study protocols and health status questionnaires, sample selection and analysis is an asset
• Good communication skills, strong spirit of team work and initiative, and ability to work with professionals in multi-cultural context
An initial contract of two years will be offered. An extension is desirable, depending on a performance evaluation.
Expected start of services: ASAP
In case of interest, please send your CV (maximum 3 pages) with salary expectations and earliest availability in English by 18 December 2014
Please note that only short listed candidates will be contacted for a written test and interview.
For further information please consults our website:
http://www.swisstph.ch/about-us/job-opportunities.html
http://www.swisstph.ch/about-us/departments/swiss-centre-for-international-health/systems-performance-and-monitoring.html

How to apply:

Contact

Susanne Zulauf
Socinstrasse 57
4002 Basel

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Organization: International Labour Organization
Country: Ethiopia
Closing date: 07 Dec 2014

INTERNATIONAL LABOUR OFFICE

COUNTRY OFFICE FOR ETHIOPIA AND SOMALIA

Addis Ababa

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT CO-06-2014

The ILO Country Office for Ethiopia and Somalia is seeking to recruit a highly motivated and qualified candidate for the following position for a period of one year (with possibility of extension).

National Project Coordinator (NOB)

Supporting Smooth Reintegration of Returnees and Improved Management of Labour Migration in Ethiopia

Background of the Project

The forced repatriation of some 163,000 Ethiopian migrants from the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA), combined with a significant number of reported cases of abuse and mistreatment of migrants and a temporary ban on low-skilled migrant workers going to the Middle East and Sudan introduced by the Government of Ethiopia (GoE) in 2013, have put migration at the forefront of Ethiopia's agenda. Returnees often face severe difficulties upon return, in particular in terms of obtaining and/or creating alternative decent livelihood opportunities, and especially in a situation of mass return as recently experienced. As a consequence, unless adequate support is provided to reintegrate the returnees, a large proportion might choose to re-migrate, putting them at risk of becoming victims of re-trafficking and exploitation.

To this effect, the ILO, together with key partners in Government and non-state actors, will implement a three-year Technical Cooperation Project funded by the European Commission entitled, “*Supporting Smooth Reintegration of Returnees and Improved Management of Labour Migration in Ethiopia*”. The project aims at supporting the efforts of the Government in reintegrating the returnees. Given the current situation of returnees, support is needed to the government and civil society to provide social and empowerment support to returnees such as career counselling, market-oriented skills training, and sustainable livelihood e.g. through job-placement, micro and small enterprises development or access to financial services. The overall objective of this project is to improve the lives of migrants and returnees through strengthened labour migration and reintegration services. The specific objective of the project is to improve social and economic opportunities for returnees, with a particular focus on vulnerable groups.

Description of Duties

The National Project Coordinator (NPC) will be responsible for coordinating the project in Ethiopia. Under the direct supervision of the Director of the ILO Country Office for Ethiopia and Somalia, and the technical supervision of the Chief Technical Advisor (CTA), the NPC will undertake the following duties:

· Responsible for implementation, evaluation and/or coordination of activities of the Project by reviewing, monitoring, verifying and analysing work-plans, progress reports, final reports and other data for clarity, consistency and completeness.

· Analyse data required for planning and negotiation of project activities, considering different approaches and alternative methods for activity design, management, problem identification and problem resolution. Follow-up on activities, clarify information, and answer questions about clearance and processing requirements.

· Liaise with relevant departments at executing agencies, government offices, constituents, the EC delegation, ILO headquarters and regional office, and other organizations to ensure the smooth implementation of activities, meet targets and solve problems.

· Prepare project reports and revisions, request for extension and justification and status of programme/project activities as required by the donor and the ILO.

· Manage project funds, prepare budget estimates and expenditure forecasts by analysing and monitoring resource requirements and expenditure patterns, and making recommendations to management for remedial action as necessary.

· Organize seminars, workshops, training sessions and meetings.

· Collaborate with the government to organize bilateral and multilateral meetings, plans of action and programmes to reintegrate returnees into the labour market.

· Ensure effective implementation of the project through timely provision of technical inputs, effective backstopping, timely and efficient delivery of outputs, and monitoring and evaluation of the project activities.

· Ensure the timely delivery of reports.

· Establish and develop information systems covering ILO technical activities under the project and economic and social issues of relevance to the project, prepare periodic and ad hoc reports on the status of programme planning and implementation, and establish coordination with concerned ILO departments and programmes.

· Review enterprise development and financing opportunities relevant to returnees and develop appropriate interventions in collaboration with relevant ILO departments as well as independent service providers.

· Perform other related duties as required.

QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE

Education – Advanced University Degree in Business Management, Social Sciences or Development Studies.

Experience – A minimum of two years’ experience in the field related to Migration and Economic empowerment.

Languages – Excellent command of English and Amharic.

Competencies -Good knowledge of programming and budgeting, project formulation, administration and evaluation techniques and practices with specific skills in the area of migration and empowerment. Good knowledge of the role and operations of the UN system activities for development. Ability to perform a variety of conceptual analyses required for the formulation, administration and evaluation of projects. In-depth understanding of the labour and human rights based approaches and how they apply to returnees and migration issues. Excellent drafting skills and the ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing in English. Excellent analytical skills. Ability to justify requirements and approaches to problem resolution, and ability to negotiate. Good organizational skills. Ability to work on own initiative as well as a team leader. Ability to deal with people with tact and diplomacy. Ability to supervise staff. Excellent IT skills.

DUTY STATION AND REMUNERATION

The position will be based in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. The ILO offers a competitive remuneration package in accordance with the United Nations common system of salaries, allowances and benefits.

How to apply:

Applications and CV must be submitted to the following address quoting job title and Vacancy Number indicated at the top of this announcement. Photocopies of certificates must be enclosed.

Regional HR Unit

International Labour Office

PO Box 2532

Addis Ababa

Deadline for submitting applications: 07 December 2014

Organization: UN Human Settlements Program
Country: Brazil, Japan, Kenya, Switzerland, United States of America
Closing date: 01 Dec 2014

TERMS OF REFERENCE

POSITION:Habitat III national report Consultants
SECTION:United Nations Conference on Housing and Sustainable Urban Development (Habitat III)
DUTY STATION:Nairobi, Cairo, Fukuoka, Rio de Janeiro, Brussels-Geneva, New York
CONTRACT TYPE: Consultant (level C)
DURATION:4 working months
CLOSING DATE: 1 December 2014

BACKGROUND AND JUSTIFICATION

Habitat III is the United Nations Conference on Housing and Sustainable Urban Development to take place in 2016. In resolution 66/207 and in line with the bi-decennial cycle (1976, 1996 and 2016), the United Nations General Assembly decided to convene, the Habitat III Conference to reinvigorate the global commitment to sustainable urbanization, to focus on the implementation of a “New Urban Agenda”, building on the Habitat Agenda of Istanbul in 1996.

The objective of the Conference is to secure renewed political commitment for sustainable urban development, assess accomplishments to date, address poverty and identify and address new and emerging challenges. The conference will result in a concise, focused, forward-looking and action-oriented outcome document.
The Conference is addressed to all Member States and relevant stakeholders, including parliamentarians, civil society organizations, regional and local government and municipality representatives, professionals and researchers, academia, foundations, women and youth groups, trade unions, and the private sector, as well as organizations of the United Nations system and intergovernmental organizations.

Habitat III will be one of the first UN global summits after the adoption of the Post-2015 Sustainable Development Agenda. It offers a unique opportunity to discuss the important challenge of how cities, towns and villages are planned and managed, in order to fulfill their role as drivers of sustainable development, and hence shape the implementation of new global development and climate change goals.

In line with Paragraphs 6 (a) and 6(c) of GA Resolution 67/216 which indicate that the outcome document of Habitat III will be evidence-based and should be based on a highly inclusive preparatory process, UN-Habitat requires the services of six Consultants to (i) follow-up and coordinate with national governments on the preparations of a Habitat III National Report, (ii) to assess and validate the national reports submitted, and (iii) to prepare regional summaries synthesizing the results of the national reports.

DUTIES AND RESPONSABILITIES

Under the overall guidance of the Habitat III Secretariat Coordinator and in coordination with the Research and information coordinator/Monitoring and data coordinator, the consultant will:

1. Follow up with National Governments on the status of the preparation and submission National Reports within the region,
2. Assesses as necessary additional capacity that may be required to produce the National Habitat reports and guide governmental preparation of reports in accordance with Guidelines already issued,
3. Prepare regional assessment summaries, synthesizing the results of Habitat III national reports prepared by countries in the respective regions,
4. Work closely with relevant governmental departments and other stakeholders to ensure smooth and coordinated delivery of substantive inputs, tools or technical advice required.
5. Review and analyse issues and trends, preparation of evaluations or other research activities and provide, and coordinate, inputs to key periodic reports and studies as required.
6. Manage, develop and maintain close working relationships with relevant national and international partners, stakeholders, and other UN Agencies in the Duty Station.
7. Perform other duties relevant to the position defined as per country/region project and approved work plan.
8. Perform other duties which may be requested by the coordinator.

Work implies frequent interaction with the following: Counterparts, Senior UN officers, representatives and officials of national and local governments, and non-governmental organizations.

COMPETENCIES

Professionalism: Strong conceptual skills required. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery in policy issues related to the New Urban Agenda, including; Urban Land Legislation and Governance, Urban Planning and Design, Urban Economy, Urban Basic Services, Housing and Slum Upgrading, Risk Reduction and Rehabilitation, Research and Capacity Development and other; 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.
Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; Listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; Ask questions to clarify and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; Tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience; Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.
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 and 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.
Client Orientation: Considers all those to whom services are provided to be “clients” and seeks to see things from clients’ point of view; establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect; identifies clients’ needs and matches them to appropriate solutions; monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients’ environment to keep informed and anticipate problems; keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects; meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client.
Judgment/Decision-making:Identifies the key issues in a complex situation, and comes to the heart of the problem quickly; gathers relevant information before making a decision; considers positive and negative impacts of decisions prior to making them; takes decisions with an eye to the impact on others and on the Organization; proposes a course of action or makes a recommendation based on all available information; checks assumptions against facts; determines the actions proposed will satisfy the expressed and underlying needs for the decision; makes tough decisions when necessary.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Education
Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in urban planning, architecture, engineering, sociology, international relations or a related field. A first-level university degree in combination with qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
Work Experience
A minimum of seven years of progressively responsible experience in human settlements, programme management and/or development, and related fields at the international level, which should also include experience working at the national level and developing countries.
Languages
English and French are the official working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. Excellent written and oral English is required; knowledge of another UN language will be an added advantage.
Assessment Method
Evaluation of qualified candidates for this position may include a substantive assessment and/or competency-based interview.

TRAVEL
This position may require availability to travel including travel to UN HQ locations, and countries within the region.

DURATION OF ASSIGNMENT 4 months, commencing approximately 1 January 2015

How to apply:

Applications should include:

• Cover memo (maximum 1 page)
• CV in the PHP format, accessible through the INSPIRA website (inspira.un.org) Please note, if using INSPIRA for the first time, you need to register in order to activate your account, which will allow you to log in and create a personal History Profile (The PHP should be attached to the application as a PDF file).
• Summary CV (maximum 2 pages), indicating the following information:
• Educational Background (incl. dates)
• Professional Experience (assignments, tasks, achievements, duration by years/ months)
• Other Experience and Expertise (e.g. Internships/ voluntary work, etc.)
• Expertise and preferences regarding location of potential assignments.
• Expectations regarding remuneration

All applications should be submitted to habitat3secreta riat@un.org

Please be advised that since April 15th 2010, applicants for consultancies must be part of the UN-Habitat e-Roster in order for their application to be considered.

You can reach the e-Roster through the following link: http://e-roster.unhabitat.org

Deadline for applications: 1 December 2014

Organization: UN Children's Fund
Country: Kenya
Closing date: 19 Oct 2014

Justification

Kenya has a long history of investing in social protection and adopted the National Social Protection Policy (NSPP) in 2012. The Kenya Social Protection Sector Review of 2012 found that overall expenditure on safety nets in Kenya has been increasing rapidly in recent years. Between 2005 and 2010, total spending on safety nets increased from Ksh 11.9 to Ksh 20.5 billion. Throughout this period, emergency food aid dominated safety net spending, accounting for 53.2 percent of total safety net spending. However, there has also been a growing trend towards cash transfers. By the end of 2010, cash transfers constituted 25 percent of total safety net spending in Kenya, having increased rapidly from a very low base in 2005. The NSPP aims to strengthen the delivery of social assistance to poor and vulnerable populations. The NSPP, which was approved by the Cabinet in May 2012, outlines a vision for gradually realizing the right to social protection as articulated in the Constitution and, within this, the government’s ambition to enhance social assistance.

As a first step in this reform agenda, the government has established a National Safety Net Program (NSNP), which aims to strengthen operational systems while expanding the coverage of cash transfer programmes. The main objective of the NSNP is to improve the welfare and resilience of beneficiaries, with the aim of reducing poverty and vulnerability in Kenya. The NSNP will target poor households that are particularly vulnerable because of where they live (the arid and semi-arid lands of northern Kenya or informal settlements of major urban centers) or because of their circumstances (households caring for orphans and vulnerable children, people with severe disabilities, and older people). To achieve this objective, the government aims to (i) progressively expand the coverage of the five cash transfers that constitute the NSNP, (ii) adopt best practices with regards to targeting, enrolment, payment, complaints and grievances and monitoring and evaluation and (iii) strengthen programme systems and structures. Additionally, while most of the programme activities will be carried out initially on a programme-by-programme basis, but as the NSNP proceeds, the government will exploit opportunities to share functions across programmes. This will lead to an increasingly consolidated approach to safety net support in Kenya.

The NSNP monitoring and evaluation (M&E) framework specifies the impact, outcome, output, activity and input indicators that will be tracked to monitor the performance and evaluate the impact of the NSNP. Some of these indicators measure disbursement linked results[1] and the M&E plan sets out the sources that will gather data used to construct these indicators, and the reporting and institutional arrangements for M&E. These sources include i) the programme MISs consolidated into a single registry, ii) the Programme Implementation and Beneficiary Satisfaction (PIBS) Survey, iii) spot checks by programme officials, iv) data from the budget and financial management systems, v) impact evaluation surveys, vi) the Kenya Integrated Household Budget Survey (KIHBS) and vi) ad hoc studies.

The objective of the PIBS survey is to provide annual independent and rigorous data on the implementation of the NSNP and the satisfaction of NSNP beneficiaries with the NSNP services they provide. The PIBS survey is designed to provide: (i) annual indicators representative of the different programmes under the NSNP through a survey of beneficiaries; and (ii) a qualitative assessment of how well the procedures in the operational manuals are understood and applied by programme implementers, and opportunities for beneficiaries to provide qualitative feedback on the NSNP. The data will be used by the SP Secretariat and programme managers to check on and improve the NSNP’s implementation, and for those involved in the governance of the NSNP to provide accountability. It will also serve as feedback to higher level policy decision making (either for the NSNP or for design of other programmes as needed). The SP secretariat is in the process of engaging an external consultancy firm to undertake the PIBS survey and the reports will be submitted annually to the NSNP M&E coordinator in the SP Secretariat (and thereafter be distributed to development partners).

In addition to the M&E functions mentioned above, there is an external monitoring system which provides an independent and objective review of the progress of three of the five cash transfer programmes under the NSNP namely the Orphans and Vulnerable Children (OVC), Older Persons (OP) and Persons with Severe Disabilities (PWSD). This function aims to complement the in-built monitoring and evaluation (M&E) system that tracks the implementation process on a regular basis. In particular, the external monitoring system assesses the extent to which implementation of the programmes is carried out in accordance with the procedures in the respective Operations Manual (OM) of each programme. The system offers an independent assessment of levels of divergence from the given procedures and recommends approaches for strengthening compliance. It also provides information on targeting processes including the role played by various actors at the local level in relation to the standards set by the Operations Manuals. The fifth cycle of the external monitoring was just finalized in July, 2014, specifically focusing on an assessment of the effectiveness of the registration and enrolment processes of the three programmes with the aim of recommending measures to correct process weaknesses observed. The reports are due every sixth months so the next report is expected sometime around January, 2015.

Government has agreed about the usefulness of the External Monitoring system and reports for tracking programmes and will start a new procurement process for contracting a second phase of external reporting giving continuity to the External Evaluation System,

In that extent, the new process should be focus on main key elements of the programmes including key elements of the programmes like, basic family information, like member’s age, gender, education, children information disaggregated, use of the transfer among others.

The Ministry of Labour, Social Security and Services, through the Social Protection Secretariat, wishes to hire a technical advisor to support the government with technical advice for the PIBS and the External Monitoring to ensure that these are carried-out to a high quality. UNICEF has agreed to support the government in this request, through the contracting of this position.

Purpose of Assignment

The technical advisor will provide technical support and advice to the SP Secretariat in overseeing and ensuring the highest possible quality of the PIBS and the External Monitoring assignments.

Scope of Work: Major tasks

Support to the PIBS:

· Provide technical support and advice to the government as part of the review committee in the procurement process to identify the firm that will undertake the PIBS Survey for the NSNP;

· Provide advice to the SP secretariat in the review of the inception report and subsequent questionnaires/survey instruments and other outputs from the assignment submitted by the PIBS survey firm in consultation with the government and donors (this work would complement the external support provided by Oxford Policy Management on the PIBS);

· Provide technical support to the government to coordinate feedback from stakeholders on outputs under the PIBS (to ensure comments are technically relevant etc.);

· Provide technical support and advice to the government during the implementation of the PIBS, to ensure that it is being implemented as per agreed plans, using the agreed instruments;

· Provide technical support to the SP secretariat to maintain operational oversight and quality control of work related to the PIBS (including sampling, instruments and field testing of instruments) and provide technical support if/as needed (and identify additional support required, if applicable);

· Together with the SP secretariat, review methodology for training of enumerators for the PIBS (training materials, duration, pedagogy) and quality controls for data collection and data entry;

· Together with the SP secretariat, oversee field work for baseline data collection for the PIBS and review analysis of baseline data

Support to the External Monitoring

· Provide technical support and advice to the government on the External Monitoring assignment of the NSNP, including reviewing outputs by the firm and providing technical supervision support as needed;

· Provide technical support to the government to coordinate feedback from stakeholders on outputs under the External Monitoring (to ensure comments are technically relevant etc.);

· Support the second phase of the external evaluation contract focussing in specific needs of the programme and including children monitoring

· Support the SP secretariat in maintaining operational oversight of the work related to the external monitoring and providing technical support if/as needed (and identify additional support required, if applicable).

Expected Deliverables

· An approved work plan agreed with the Ministry of Labour and UNICEF after 2 weeks of commencement of consultancy

· Evaluation of expression of interests and proposals for the PIBS;

· Written comments on the inception report and subsequent questionnaires/survey instruments and other outputs from the assignment submitted by the PIBS survey firm in consultation with the government and donors;

· Written comments on outputs from the External Monitoring Firm;

· As needed, written communications with staff working on PIBS and External Monitoring (including firms, government and development partners).

Desired background and experience

• Relevant master’s degree in areas related to Social Protection and Safety nets, like development economics, social science, anthropology, statistics, development Planning, Social Development, Sociology or related field
• Minimum 7 years’ experience in planning, monitoring and evaluation of development programmes in developing countries.
• Experience in working with senior level of government, policy makers, executives to achieve established goals and objectives.
• Proven ability to conceptualize, design and implement monitoring and evaluation systems.
• Ability to coach, mentor train and work as part of team to develop staff in Public Sector
• Excellent skills to effectively communicate orally and in writing
• Strong experience in technical writing and communication.

Duration of contract and remuneration

The contract is for 60-70 days over a twelve month period. The consultant is expected to be present in Nairobi for the duration of the contract. Some local travel within Kenya is anticipated. The anticipated start date is November, 2014.

[1] Against which the World Bank, which is one of the development partners supporting the NSNP, would disburse funds.

How to apply:

Interested and suitable candidates should ensure that they forward their applications along with their curricula vitae, quoting the indicative fee range (Applications submitted without a fee/ rate will not be considered) to;

The Human Resources Manager

UNICEF Kenya Country Office

Email address:kenyahrvacancies@unicef.org

Qualified candidates are requested to submit a cover letter, CV, and signed P11 form (which can be downloaded at http://www.unicef.org/kenya) with subject line “KCO/SSA/CP/2014-028”and the consultancy title by COB 19 October 2014.

Organization: UN Children's Fund
Country: Zimbabwe
Closing date: 17 Oct 2014

Please note that UNICEF does not charge a fee or require personal banking details at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview, meeting, traveling, processing, training or any other fees).

If you are a committed, creative professional and are passionate about making a lasting difference for children, the world's leading children's rights organization would like to hear from you. For 60 years, UNICEF has been working on the ground in 190 countries and territories to promote children's survival, protection and development. The world's largest provider of vaccines for developing countries, UNICEF supports child health and nutrition, good water and sanitation, quality basic education for all boys and girls, and the protection of children from violence, exploitation, and AIDS.

Background

Zimbabwe has made significant strides in increasing access to education for all children. The country’s education system earned a reputation by the late 1980s as one of the best in Africa. By 1990, Zimbabwe had achieved near-universal access to basic education while simultaneously maintaining high levels of quality and equity. The country reported the highest adult literacy rates in Africa well into this decade. However, between 2000 and 2008, the country went through a precipitous economic decline that depleted the financial, physical and human capacity of the education sector, with serious threats to access, quality and equity. A report on the progress made towards the achievement of Education For All (EFA) goals indicates that in 2006, only 70% of pupils managed to complete the primary school cycle (MoESAC, 2006). Recent statistics estimate that between 10% and 15% of children in Zimbabwe have never attended primary school (MOESAC Draft Strategic Plan 2010). In addition, a significant number of children, including those in extremely remote communities, those from indigent households as well as orphans and vulnerable children (OVC) either fail to make the transition from primary into secondary school or drop out. Many are now too old to be reincorporated into the schooling system. To add to the challenge, thousands of adolescents who have left school or who have failed to enrol in secondary schools have few, if any opportunities to improve their knowledge or practical skills. In the Education Medium Term Plan of 2011-2015, the Government prioritized reducing the number of children of school going age and young people who are out of school due to a variety of complex challenges.

Objective

The overall objective of this assessment is to determine the magnitude of the problem of out of school children and provide a holistic understanding of the broad and complex reasons for dropping out, how this takes place and the different situational contexts of out of school children and young people. Specific objectives are to:

a) Determine the number of out of school children and young people and those who at the risk of dropping out of school;

b) Profile the children and young people who are out of school; who are they, where are they, why are they out of school?

c) Identify education opportunities out of school children and young people are accessing;

d) Identify and profile government, civic society and commercial organisations and individuals offering out of school non formal education programmes; and

e) Make recommendations that will guide the design of policy and programmes interventions that more adequately respond to the diverse needs of out-of-school children and young people.

Methodology & Expected Output

The assessment will draw on a range of approaches that look at identifying, quantifying and profiling school children and young people of school going age who are out of school. The assessment will be two-pronged and follow a phased approach- outputs at each phase must be reviewed by the committee, before the subsequent phase starts. The work will consist of the following parts:

a) An in-depth review and analysis of literature related to Out of School Children and where possible, secondary data analysis of existing data sets to identify, establish and explain emerging trends and provide disaggregated data on the distribution of out-of-school children, vulnerability profiles, access to education, livelihood activities and other relevant characteristics.

b) A Qualitative Assessment of the children and profile institutions offering education programmes for out of school children and youth. The assessment should expound on issues emerging from the desk review and the broad and complex reasons for dropping out, how dropping out takes place, who drops out, and the challenges in utilizing opportunities for formal and non-formal education.

Specific outputs from this consultancy will be as follows:

a) A Report of the literature review and a secondary analysis of existing quantitative data sets and qualitative assessment.

b) A Report of the Qualitative Assessment profiling the reasons who children drop out of school.

c) A compilation of record of programmes and courses offered by government, Religious Organizations, NGOs and Commercial enterprises for out of school youth;

d) Report highlighting innovative practices and making recommendations to the MoPSE; and

e) Feedback at a workshop organized by UNICEF in conjunction with the MoPSE.

Consultancy Requirements

a) Minimum Master’s Degree for the team leader, with a focus on continuing education; a PHD is an added advantage;

b) At least 5 years’ experience in alternative education and /vocational training;

c) Local Language competencies and strong communication skills;

d) Strong participatory research methodology and publishing experience;

e) Technical competence in statistical data analysis and technical expertise will be required in areas such as qualitative research, technical and vocational education management, education financing and community development

f) Proven record of administering large scale commissioned research and experience in programme designing.

g) extensive experience in similar study programmes, preferably in African countries

How to apply:

Applications

If you have experience of working in a similar capacity, meet the above profile and want to make an active and lasting contribution to build a better world for children, send , (either via email or by dropping in person ) your proposal including the financials ,together with curriculum vitae quoting consultancy name and number to the following address:

Human Resources Manager

(Consultancy Announcement No. Zim/2014:12)

UNICEF, 6 Fairbridge Avenue,

Belgravia, Harare

or email:hararevacancies@unicef.org

**Applications should be received by 17 October 2014 .Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted*. UNICEF is committed to gender equality in its mandate and its staff. Well qualified candidates, particularly women are especially encouraged to apply.***

Organization: The Community-Based Sociotherapy Program
Country: Rwanda
Closing date: 21 Oct 2014

CBSP would like to solicit applications from qualified, dynamic and highly motivated candidate of high moral character and professional integrity to fill the position of National Finance Manager. The National Finance Manager will be part of the senior management team based at CBSP head office in Kigali. S/he will be responsible for the overall budget management including a monthly budget analysis and follow-up on required budget amendments in line with the donor regulations. The National Finance Manager will report to the National Consortium Coordinator.

How to apply:

To apply for this position, please send electronically your motivation letter, CV, notified degree and at least two references to:vacancies@sociotherapy.org and copy to info@sociotherapy.org. The application deadline is Tuesday 21/10, 2014 at 4.00 PM. The applications can be addressed to the management of the Consortium CBSP.

Organization: Save the Children
Country: Somalia
Closing date: 09 Oct 2014

The purpose of the role is to support and maintain the University’s national and international reputation for excellence in teaching and research.

How to apply:

All applicants must meet the minimum requirements described above. Each application should include the following:

· Technical and financial proposal

· Brief description of consultants understanding of the TOR

· Cover letter including the applicant’s suitability for the position and current contact information

· CV, including detailed work experience, education/degrees and Referees etc.

· Please include secondment letter from your respective university no later than 9^th October 2014

· Lecturers from regional universities are strongly encouraged to apply for the above positions.

Detailed budget breakdown based on expected daily rates and initial work plan

The applications should be addressed to:

Human Resources Officer

Save the Children International – Somalia Programme

Email:Somalia.Vacancies@savethechildren.org.Deadline for applications is Thursday 9th October 2014

Organization: International Organization for Migration
Country: Egypt
Closing date: 11 Oct 2014

Under the direct supervision of the Programme Manager, the candidate will provide comprehensive and specialized support to the LHD (Labour Migration and Human Development) Unit in particular for implementation of the Projects “Integrated Migration Information System –Phase III ”, funded by the IEDS Programme. The candidate will also support the mission’s portfolio through liaising with the Ministry of Manpower and Emigration (MoME), Ministry of Education and other relevant institutional counterparts to assess the local labour market in order to facilitate match-making of Egyptian labour offer with international demands.

*Core functions/ responsibilities*

In particular he/she will:

1. Assist the Programme Manager (PM) in overall planning and implementation of project activities;
2. Coordinate, together with the Programme Officer (PO), the implementation of labour migration activities on the ground and serve as the focal point between national stakeholders and IOM;
3. Assist in the monitoring and evaluation of IOM’s relevant LHD projects. This includes submitting status reports to the PM, identifying shortfalls in delivery and making recommendations for issues /challenges encountered;
4. Coordinate, communicate and liaise with the government counterparts, private and public organizations and consultants for the implementation of labour migration projects;
5. Compile, summarize, analyse, and present information/data on specific labour migration related topics;
6. Draft correspondence and communications related to all aspects of project administration including work plans, budget, and prepare unit contributions for periodic reports;
7. Keep abreast of the development of national and international policies and practices aimed at facilitating labour migration whilst improving tools and instruments for assessing labour demand and offer by undertaking periodic desk reviews of relevant research, publications and studies and compiling empirical data;
8. Organize assessment visits, meetings and Focus Group Discussions with relevant authorities and key stakeholders in order to assess local labour market conditions, identify potential mismatching between learning outcomes and desired qualifications and suggest areas of improvements;
9. Identify, in close coordination with MoME and other relevant authorities, main areas where capacity building of national officials in labour migration issues is needed and act as a focal point for the organization of seminars, ToT and workshops aimed at filling identified gaps;
10. Ensure knowledge transfer to relevant governmental officials and suggest and support the implementation of all initiatives aimed at ensuring the ownership and sustainability of the activities carried out;
11. Review existing labour migration cooperation instruments with national and international partners and define a set of recommendations for fostering and extending current cooperation initiatives;
12. Undertake in-country duty travel related to programme/project monitoring, assessment and problem-solving, as requested;
13. Perform any other duties that may be assigned.

*Desirable Qualifications:*

• Master's degree in Political or Social Science, Development Studies, Human Rights, Business Administration, International Relations and/or Law, from an accredited academic institution; or University degree in the above fields with two years of relevant professional experience.
• Professional relevant working experience in the field of labour migration and migration and development;
• Experience in working with IOs, NGOs as well as with governmental and diplomatic authorities;
• Knowledge of Egypt’s migratory context and national labour migration policies; e)Knowledge of Egyptian TVET system and international standard for skills qualification and certification;
• Excellent capacities in word processing and drafting in English and Arabic.

How to apply:

Interested external candidates are invited to submit their up-to-date curriculum vitae with a covering letter by 11th of October, 2014 at the latest to **HRDcairo@iom.int*****,*referring to the reference code of the Vacancy.

Organization: UN Development Programme
Country: Somalia
Closing date: 25 Sep 2014

Background

The UNDP Somalia Country Office operates a cross-border operation since 1993. Due to the prevailing security situation in Somalia, the Office is located in Nairobi. UNDP Somalia is currently composed of of two main Programme portfolios: Governance and Rule of Law, and Poverty Reduction and Environment Protection (PREP).. UNDP Somalia programmes are implemented through 2 Sub Offices in Garowe and Garowe and staff are required to undertake regular field missions. The UNDP Somalia office shall relocate staff inside Somalia when the situation permits.

The UNDP Somalia Country Programme (2011-2015) has one Outcome dedicated to the Promotion of Gender Equality and Women’s Empowerment with four specific Outputs: i) gender equality and the empowerment of women implemented through advocacy initiatives in partnership with civil society and public institutions; ii) women’s participation in peace building, representation, civil service and public life increased at all levels; iii) women are empowered in social and economic development; and iv) women supported by appropriately designed, implemented and enforced legal and policy frameworks in line with CEDAW and Security Council Resolutions 1325 (2000), 1888 (2009), 1889 (2009) and 1820.

In order to help ensure adequate mainstreaming of gender throughout the other three Outcomes, (1). Somali women and men are better able to build peace and manage conflict,; 2). Somali women and men benefit from more inclusive, equitable and accountable governance, improved services, human security, access to justice and human rights; 3). Somali women and men benefit from increased sustainable livelihoods opportunities and improved natural resources management)and to help design and implement new activities under Outcome 4, UNDP Somalia has recently recruited a Gender Specialist with advisory and project management skills and plans to establish a gender unit comprised of a small team of administrative and specialized programme support staff in Nairobi and Somalia, respectively. The Gender unit will work closely across all Country Office Programmes and Units as well as with relevant government counterparts and civil society partners.

The Gender National Programme Officer will report to the Head of Sub Office for Puntland, as direct supervisor and to the Gender Specialist for overall guidance, as second supervisor.

The Gender National Programme Officer will work on a daily basis with colleagues in the UNDP Sub-Office, necessitating that the incumbent be able to develop and maintain strong working relationships with colleagues across the organization and be able to work with them in a responsive client orientated manner.

The Gender National Programme Officer will also work in close collaboration with Government Officials, UNDP operations team, programme staff in other UN Agencies, as well as Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) to ensure the successful implementation of UNDP programme.

Duties and Responsibilities

Summary of key functions:

• Ensure strategic direction of all project operations at regional level;
• Financial resources management;
• Ensures provision of top quality advisory services and facilitation of knowledge building;
• Efficient procurement and logistical services;
• Efficient support to tasks related to advocacy, programming, monitoring and evaluation, and representation.

Ensures the strategic direction of all programme operations at regional level focusing on achievement of the following results:

• Provide Technical Assistance and oversee the implementation of all work carried out in partnership with the Gender and other focal ministries;
• Provide Technical Guidance and support for Community Conversations on gender equality, in order to strengthen district and community acceptance and championing of gender equality and women’s empowerment. This will include working closely with selected NGOs and Civil Society Organizations, Religious Leaders, youth and the media;
• Provide Technical Guidance and oversee the implementation of all work with the partners on gender equality and women’s empowerment;
• Compliance of operations with UNDP rules, regulations and policies, implementation of project operational strategies and monitoring achievement of results;
• Establishment of collaborative arrangements with project partners and appropriate operational partnership arrangements;
• Knowledge building and sharing with regards to management and operations of the project;
• Proper project-filing system;
• Timely follow up of routine actions and deadlines.

Ensures effective and accurate financial resources management focusing on achievement of the following results:

• Ensure accountability of the use of all project funds;
• Provide leadership in overseeing effective provision of services to counterparts including fair and transparent procurement, efficient logistics and sound financial management;
• Proper planning and expenditures tracking in accordance with UNDP rules and regulations;
• Proper and timely preparation of regular accurate financial reports for UNDP, donors and counterparts;
• Ensure strict and consistent application of UNDP rules and regulations.

Ensures provision of high quality advisory services and facilitation of knowledge:

Building and management focusing on achievement of the following results:

• Support to development of policies and institutions that will address the country problems and needs on gender equality and women’s empowerment in collaboration with the Government and other strategic partners;
• Organization of trainings for the operations/ projects staff on programme issues.

Ensures efficient procurement and logistical services management focusing on achievement of the following results:

• Project compliance with corporate rules and regulations in the field and management of procurement processes including sourcing strategy, supplier selection and evaluation, quality management and performance measurement, in liaison with UNDP procurement unit;
• Management of contracts and contractors and legal implications in accordance with UNDP rules and regulations;
• Proper management of project assets, facilities and logistical services;
• Planning, organization and oversight of the necessary administrative and other logistical support to consultancy missions, workshops, overseas learning and other project activities.

Ensures efficient support to tasks related to advocacy, programming, monitoring and evaluation (M&E), and representation focusing on achievement of the following results:

Prepare Annual Work Plans and reports for gender work in Puntland in alignment with the Annual Work Plan and regional priorities:

• Ensure the achievement of outputs in line with the approved work plan through day-to-day planning, management, coordination and implementation of activities in Puntland, as per UNDP financial and procurement procedures;
• Undertake regular monitoring visits to project sites and supports gathering of data/information for project monitoring and evaluation processes ensuring compliance with UNDP M&E requirements in reporting on programme results and progress towards outcomes;
• Assists in promoting dialogue and good practice among different stakeholders;
• Assists the Gender Specialist in the preparation of narrative reports as well as in the planning and revision of project work plans;
• Carry out any other relevant duties as requested by the Head of Sub office or the Gender Specialist.

Impact of Results

Key impact of results will include optimal mainstreaming of gender dimensions across all programmes as well as the design and implementation of stand-alone projects in support of GEWE in Puntland, cumulatively ensuring that UNDP maximizes its contribution to improve the plight of Somalia’s women over the next five years. Effective implementation of the key results, together with efficient management of all gender related activities will enhance the organization’s capacity and credibility in implementation of highly effective programmes with strong impact.

Competencies

Corporate Competencies:

• Demonstrates integrity by modeling the UN’s values and ethical standards;
• Promotes the vision, mission, and strategic goals of UNDP;
• Displays strong cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability;
• Treats all people fairly without favoritism.

Functional Competencies:

Knowledge Management and Learning

• Promotes knowledge management in UNDP and a learning environment in the office through leadership and personal example;
• Actively works towards continuing personal learning and development, acts on learning plan and applies newly acquired skills.

Development and Operational Effectiveness

• Ability to plan, prioritise and deliver tasks on time;
• Ability to participate effectively in a team;
• Ability to manage complex problems proactively and effectively, including responses to field based emergencies;
• In-depth practical knowledge of inter-disciplinary development issues;
• Proven networking, team-building, organizational and communication skills;
• IT competencies in Word, Excel, Power Point and the internet.

Management and Leadership

• Builds strong relationships with clients, focuses on impact and result for the client and responds positively to feedback;
• Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude;
• Demonstrates good oral and written communication skills;
• Demonstrates strong analytical and management skills;
• Demonstrates openness to change and ability to manage complexities;
• Leads teams effectively and shows mentoring as well as conflict resolution skills;
• Remains calm, in control and good humored even under pressure;
• Acceptance of additional responsibilities and capacity to work under pressure.

Required Skills and Experience

Education:

• Masters Degree in Social Science, Gender or Women’s Studies or other relevant discipline;
• First level university degree in Public Health, development, public administration, social studies or related field with 3 years of experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Experience:

• Minimum of 1 year of progressively responsible professional experience in recovery and development, with special focus on addressing the promotion of gender equality and women’s empowerment in crisis and post-conflict countries with master degree;
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in the above combined with a first level university degree;
• Knowledge of Somalia context is an asset;
• Demonstrated effectiveness in a project management role;
• Strong IT skills;
• Experience with ATLAS or another platform for enterprise financial resource management an asset;
• Previous experience with UNDP or UN Women (ex-UNIFEM) preferred and good knowledge of UNDP rules and procedures is desirable;
• Strong diplomatic skills in handling counterpart relations.

Language Requirements:

• Fluency in written and spoken English and Somali.
• Knowledge of Arabic is an asset.

How to apply:

Interested and qualified candidates should submit their application by visiting: http://jobs.undp.org/ or

https://jobs.undp.org/cj_view_job.cfm?cur_job_id=49708

Organization: Chemonics
Country: Kenya
Closing date: 26 Sep 2014

Chemonics seeks a long-term assistant national technical manager for the ongoing USAID-funded Famine Early Warning Systems Network (FEWS NET III?) project based in Nairobi, Kenya. FEWS NET III is the world's premier provider of high-quality food security analysis and early warning. Created in response to the 1984 famines in East and West Africa, this $200-million, five-year project (2012-2016) collaborates with international, regional, and national partners to provide timely and rigorous early warning and analysis of potential, emerging, and/or evolving food security issues in order to inform humanitarian response. The project currently covers 31 countries.

Within the context of local livelihoods, FEWS NET professionals in Africa, Central America, Haiti, Central Asia, and the United States monitor a range of relevant data sources (e.g., remote sensing imagery, price and trade data, and nutrition information). This information informs a scenario-building process, which is used to project future food security outcomes. FEWS NET then uses a suite of decision support products to communicate this analysis to U.S. government, United Nations, national government, and NGO decision-makers. These products include regular briefings to senior USAID staff, quarterly Food Security Outlooks, and Food Security Alerts. FEWS NET staff also provide advisory support to regional and country-specific contingency and response planning efforts as well as in-depth studies related to livelihoods, markets and trade, and nutrition.

FEWS NET also aims to strengthen regional and national capabilities in food security monitoring and analysis. This is done through proactive, hands-on collaboration with partners and counterparts in the various stages of monitoring, assessment, analysis, and information dissemination. The goal is to share FEWS NET knowledge and methods with partners in local, regional, and global food security networks so together network partners can achieve the global objective of assuring food security for all. We are looking for individuals who have a passion for making a difference in the lives of people around the world.

Responsibilities include:

• Maintain a knowledge base composed of, at a minimum, livelihood zone profiles, commodity trade flow maps, subnational seasonal monitoring calendars, and technical databases covering commodity prices, rainfall, agricultural production, population, historical assistance flows, and nutrition/health
• Develop and update seasonal monitoring plans
• Provide high-quality, effective communication of actionable food security analysis
• Conduct strategic planning and execute technical activities including early warning, livelihoods and vulnerability assessments, monitoring tools and methods development, capacity development, markets and trade analysis, response planning, and developing and strengthening networks
• Collaborate with national, regional, and international partners in food security monitoring and analysis through the implementation of the Integrated Phase Classification protocols
• Develop and maintain strong collaborative relationships, both formal and informal, with USAID mission/representatives, U.S. Embassy technical contacts, U.N. agency representatives, government ministries, and key international NGOs to facilitate technical exchanges, promote consensus-building, and resolve any potential conflicts
• Work with USAID mission to support broad food security efforts, including Feed the Future programs
• Collect, archive, analyze, and share food security data
• Organize documentation and files of the project and update all essential data used in early warning and food security monitoring and assessment
• Conduct regular field assessments of food security conditions, both independently and with partners, especially members of the network
• Develop capacity and consensus with network partners on technical issues and activities to facilitate joint, coordinated actions to mitigate food insecurity
• Fulfill monthly reporting requirements including writing food security outlooks and updates and providing regular briefings to the U.S. government and other partners
• Contribute to other FEWS NET information products required locally and by the Washington-based technical team
• Ensure current and accurate information on the country page of the FEWS NET website
• Reinforce network capacity and management at the national and subnational levels through training and skills transfers
• Contribute to FEWS NET methods development and testing
• Travel extensively within Kenya; at times international travel within Sub-Saharan Africa, Europe, and the United States may be required

Qualifications:

• ?Master's degree in a discipline relevant to the work of FEWS NET, such as agricultural economics, agronomy, nutrition, climatology, anthropology, or social geography
• Minimum five years of relevant experience in early warning/food security information systems, food security analysis, or other related fields
• Ability to work in Kenya
• Excellent computer skills; GIS applications and mapping skills a plus
• Demonstrated leadership, versatility, and integrity
• Excellent spoken and written communication skills in English??

How to apply:

Send electronic submissions to FEWSNETKenyaANTM@gmail.com by September 26, 2014. Please include "Kenya Assistant National Technical Manager" in the subject line. No telephone inquiries, please. Finalists will be contacted. This position is based in Nairobi, Kenya and is open to all qualified Kenyan national citizens. ?

In addition, please download and complete Chemonics’ equal employment opportunity self-identification form and submit it separately to EEOselfidentify@chemonics.comwith only "Kenya Assistant? National Technical Manager-FEWSNET Kenya ANTM" in the subject line. If you prefer not to disclose your sex, race, or ethnicity, you may check “I do not wish to complete the information requested.” Thank you for completing the form and supporting our equal employment opportunity reporting requirements.

????Chemonics is an equal opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and does not discriminate in its selection and employment practices. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, age, or other legally protected characteristics.??

Organization: CTG Global
Country: Somalia
Closing date: 17 Sep 2014

PositionNational Expert – Business Support Centre, Feasibility StudyPlace of Performance Garowe and Hargeissa, SomaliContract Duration 28 working daysStarting Date ASAP

OVERVIEW OF CTG GLOBAL

CTG Global is a managed service company specializing in Recruitment, Management Consultancy, Human Resources support services and Monitoring & Evaluation in post disaster and post conflict countries around the world.

CTG Global provides services to UN agencies, humanitarian organizations, government, non-governmental organizations and corporates that enables public and private sectors to focus on their core business and the achievement of their objectives in hostile and threatening environments as we provide a safe and secure environment for them to do so and alleviate them of their risks, crisis and personnel management problems.

OVERVIEW OF THE POSITION

Our client is carrying out a study intended to assess the viability of establishing Business Services Centres in both Puntland and Somaliland. The proposed intervention – Business Support centre, is aimed at creating conducive space for women to be screened for their business potentials and fully benefit from a well - coordinated referral system with relevant networks - service providers, government, private sectors, International agencies to gain financial support, skills development, job opportunities, coaching, mentorships to mention a few.

The study will assess several factors including sustainability and relevance to Women’s ambitions in Business and employment sectors. Moreover, it is assumed that support generated through these BSCs will make women more confident to compete for opportunities in the Private and Public sectors that are, mostly male dominated.

Objectives of the Feasibility Study

The study will help to achieve the following targets:

· Gather empiricalinformation from different segments of the population in the two states and use the data to advice on the best model and process, of establishing Business Support Centers, appropriate for Women in Somaliland and Puntland – (small, medium, micro business women, unemployed women, CSO’s, existing BSC’s /similar institutions management, Elders, Religious leaders, technical business people, women associations, informal women micro-credit associations etc).

· Assess the capacity and/or interest of women in accessing, utilizing and benefiting from the Business Support Center(s) -.ie ability to utilize the skills and knowledge, compete in wider business options and job markets, access to financial institutions and donors, advocacy and policy engagements, establishing and benefiting from business networks and partnerships, research (market research and analysis, documentation), developing winning business plans.

· Assess and create a data bank on strategic and potential buy- ins for smooth referral processes - skills, resources, interest in supporting the establishment and sustainability of BCS,s, absorbing the screened women for jobs, funds; women specific policies i.e recruitment and skills development policies etc – (include key policy makers, government departments, private sector, Donors, UN agencies, international organizations, CSO’s, financial institutions, learning institutions – business learning institutions)

· Identify relevant communication channels - (advertising, screening and referrals.

GENERAL FUNCTIONS

Scope of the Study

The feasibility study will be conducted in Somaliland and Puntland, and will attempt to assess:

· Existence of BSC’s or similar institutions – lessons, challenges, demand, etc

· Market usage / potential beneficiaries – needs, women’s potential to access and benefit from the BCS / the need to establish a Business Support center.

· Legal and policy requirements - establishing the BSC in Somaliland and Puntland.

· Support /service demand.

· Impact on women’s economic, social and political status/lifestyles.

· Perceived challenges, resistance, barriers, – at personal and the establishment level, usage, ownership level, resources etc

· Levels of interest and collaboration – key partners and their commitment to the economic empowerment of women.

· Feasible mechanisms and identify challenges and opportunities to sustain the BSCs in both Puntland and Somaliland

Methodology

· Semi-structured surveys / interviews

· Desk top reviews – on existing BSC’s /similar institutions in Somalia, other countries etc.

· Mapping of the potential participants in the two states

Output and Usage

The results of the feasibility study will be used for different purposes:

· Action plan – to direct activities/services (products); resource mobilization i.e identifying potential funders, proposal design and dissemination; defining synergy and responsibility, beneficiaries, etc.

· Mode of the BSC’s in the two states

Activities and Duration of the Consultancy

Working under the guidance of the International Consultant, the National Expert will undertake the consultancy in four week duration as follows:

Week OneDay 1 § Expert team meets with Gender Unit and PREP and other relevant projects to agree on the research methodology and research plan (incl. selection of the study participants in the two states etc ) Days 2-4 § Designing and refining key questions

§ Meetings/appointments with interested stakeholders to introduce study – Garowe/Hergesia.

§ Logistical arrangements made for the two states –travel, meeting time and dates etc Days 5-7 § Implementing fieldwork – (Garowe)

§ Week Two Days 1-3 § Continue implementing field work in Garowe Day 4 § Travel to Hargeisa Day 5-7 § Meeting with interested stakeholders

§ Implementing field work in Hargeisa Week Three Days 1-7 § Complete field work in Hargeisa Week Four Days 1-7 § Support the data analysis process and help in drafting of final findings

Selection of References/Materials

Our client will provide some reference materials for the consultancy which include, but are not limited to:

· The study report on the Role of Somali women in the Private sector.

· The Concept Note –drawn from the study on the Role of Somali Women in the Private Sector

· Our client’s Somalia CPD

· Our client’s Somalia Gender Strategy

· The GEWE (Outcome 4) Project Document

· PREP PRODOC

· Relevant Somali National Development Plans, Gender Policies or Strategies

· Global Gender Equality Strategy (2008 – 2013) and 8 Point Agenda

· Khat Study 2005; and MOLSA Report from the consultation on women and Khat 2012.

· Relevant Studies e.g. World Bank reports globally and on Somalia.

· Paper on Women’s Economic Empowerment.

· Other relevant reports/document s that, are relevant to the study.

Duties and Responsibilities

Tasks

· Participate in the Research design process.

· Arrange and facilitate meetings with the participants in the two states of Somalia.

· Interpret documents, interviews and meetings.

· Participate in Data collection.

Expected outcomes:

· An inception report of the preliminary findings within two weeks of the Mission

· A final assignment report, both in hard and soft copy with all necessary annexes

ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE

Education

· First University degree in economics, social science, international studies, development studies or Gender studies

Work Experience

· Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in poverty reduction and/or sustainable development;

· Documented experience in working with women and vulnerable groups in job creation, business, income generation activities or Micro-Finance.

· Experience in setting of data bases and business modules.

· Extensive knowledge of the national economic issues (with in Somali context) is highly essential.

· Experience in qualitative and quantitative research methodologies

Language Requirements:

· Strong written and spoken English and Somali language skills

Key Competencies

Corporate Competencies:

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

· Promotes the vision, mission, and strategic goals of our client

Functional Competencies:

· Identifying and building partnerships

· Effectively networks with partners seizing opportunities to build strategic alliances relevant to our client’s mandate and strategic agenda

Knowledge Management and Learning:

Actively works towards continuing personal learning and development in one or more Practice Areas, acts on learning plan and applies newly acquired skills Management and Leadership:

· Builds strong relationships with clients, focuses on impact and result for the client

· Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude

· Demonstrates openness to change and ability to manage complexities

· Demonstrates strong oral and written communication skills

· Promote cross-unit teamwork and the development of operational skills of the team members, through coaching and mentoring.

· Promotes coordination among the various components of the project and program

How to apply:

Interested candidates should submit their CV along with their application letter via e-mail tocareers@ctgglobal.com with reference to “BHJOB2678_541” in the subject line. Short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview

Organization: Bureau for Institutional Reform and Democracy
Country: Malawi
Closing date: 21 Sep 2014

Strengthening Human Rights Professional Skills for the Malawi Human Rights Commission

Postition 2: National Human Rights Expert

The consultancy team will consist of 2 experts, with the team leader being an International Human Rights Expert, while the second position will be filled by a National (Malawi-Based) expert in the field of Human Rights. The team leader will be responsible for overall planning, coordination and management of the mission as well as the overall analysis, conclusions and recommendations as drafted and presented in the final mission report.
The consultant should generally have the following attributes and skills:

• Fluent in both spoken and written English;
• Excellent analytical and interview skills;
• Active listening and strong report writing skills;
• Excellent facilitation and training expertise, with proven knowledge and experience of adult learning methodologies.

Qualifications and skills:

• University degree in law, human rights, political science, public administration or related field.

General professional experience:

• Minimum of 8 years of relevant professional experience in the area of human rights;
• Proven experience in conducting sector human rights specific reviews, institutional assessments and/or training missions.

Specific professional experience:

• Proven knowledge and experience in International Human Rights Instruments and reporting requirements;
• Knowledge and experience of conducting training needs assessments, development of learning materials and facilitation of training events.
• Knowledge of the Democratic Governance Sector in Malawi will be an added advantage.

How to apply:

Applications and updated CV should be submitted to jobsbirdmunich.de

Organization: UN Development Programme
Country: Cabo Verde
Closing date: 18 Sep 2014

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) hereby invites you to submit a Proposal to this Request for Proposal (RFP) for the above-referenced subject.

This RFP includes the following documents:

Section 1 – This Letter of Invitation

Section 2– Instructions to Proposers (including Data Sheet)

Section 3– Terms of Reference

Section 4– Proposal Submission Form

Section 5– Documents Establishing the Eligibility and Qualifications of the Proposer

Section 6– Technical Proposal Form

Section 7– Financial Proposal Form

Section 8 - Contract for Professional Services, including General Terms and Conditions

Your offer, comprising of a Technical and Financial Proposal, in separate sealed envelopes, should be submitted in accordance with Section 2.

How to apply:

You are kindly requested to submit an acknowledgment letter to UNDP to the following email: procurement.cv@cv.jo.un.org or address:

The Joint Office of UNDP, UNFPA and UNICEF

Av. OUA, Achada Santo António, Praia, Cape Verde

Attention: Mr. Operations Manager

The letter should be received by UNDP no later than September 9, 2014*.*The same letter should advise whether your company intends to submit a Proposal. If that is not the case, UNDP would appreciate your indicating the reason, for our records.

Organization: UN Development Programme
Country: Cabo Verde
Closing date: 17 Sep 2014

****INDIVIDUAL CONSULTANT PROCUREMENT NOTICE****

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****Country: CAPE VERDE****

****Description of the assignment: International Consultant - Integrating climate change risks and opportunities into national country programming: Food Security and Agriculture Plans****

****Project name: Building Adaptive Capacity and Resilience to Climate Change in the Water Sector in Cape Verde. UNDP/CIDA Fast Start Climate Change Facility****

****Period of assignment/services:****25 working days. Home based, with one mission to Cabo Verde

For detailed information, please refer to the Terms of Reference available in the following websites:

• UN Cape Verde website, www.un.cv , under the section Anuncios;
• The UNGM website at www.ungm.org; and
• UNDP Procurement website at http://procurement-notices.undp.org.

How to apply:

Applicaiton Procedure

Important note:Interested consultants is strongly advised to read the Individual Consultant (IC) Procurement Notice, wich can be viewed at http://procurement-notices.undp.org/index.cfm for more detail about the terms of references, instructions to offeror, and documents to be included when submitting offer.

Interested individual consultants must submit the following documents/information to demonstrate their qualifications:

• The Curriculum of the consultant, containing well detailed qualifications, experience and skills and UN P11 form;
• Introduction of the consultant, with a brief note explaining why they are most suitable for the work;
• Proposed methodology and work plan;
• A financial proposal, which should include all expenses (fees, travel, mission costs);
• Sample of executive summary of a report leaded by the applicant;
• Offeror’s letter to UNDP confirming interest and availability for the Individual Contractor (IC) assignment and Final all-inclusive price proposal with breakdown of costs as per UNDP template, which can be downloaded at http://www.un.cv/anuncios.php

Note for Interested Candidates above the age of 62: UNDP regulations require, at their own cost, to undergo a full medical examination including x-rays. Medical evaluation documentation does not need to be submitted with the other requested documents listed above, but will be requested should the candidate be chosen.

Proposals must include all six documents. Proposals not meeting this requirement will be rejected.

Evalation Process:

The contract will be awarded to the candidate who received the highest score out of a pre-determined set of weighted technical and financial criteria: Technical Criteria weight: 70% + Financial Criteria weight: 30%. Individual consultants will be evaluated based on Cumulative analysis.

When using this weighted scoring method, the award of the contract shall be made to the individual Consultant whose offer has been evaluated and determined as:

• Responsive/compliant/acceptable; and
• Having received the highest score out of a pre-determined set of weighted technical and financial criteria specific to the solicitation.

Technical Criteria weight: 70%.

Financial Criteria weight: 30%.

Only candidates obtaining a minimum of 70% (49 points) of the total obtainable technical points would be considered for the Financial Evaluation. The Technical proposal submitted and the pre-determined questions to be asked during the interview would be in line with the below Criteria.

The selection will be made based on the educational background (10 points), experience on similar assignments (15 points) and the quality of the technical proposal - Adequacy with the Terms of reference, methodological approach, including the work plan (45 points).

Financial Proposal:

The financial score for the financial proposal will be calculated in the following manner:

Sf = 100 x Fm/F, in which Sf is the financial score, Fm is the lowest price and F the price of the proposal under consideration.

(Total Financial Maximum points = 30 points).

Total Score

The technical score attained at by each proposal will be used in determining the Total score as follows:

• The weights given to the technical and financial proposals are: T= 0.7, F=0.3;
• The Total score will be calculated by formula:TS = St x 0.7 + Sf x 0.3;
• TS - Is the total score of the proposal under consideration?
• St - is technical score of the proposal under consideration.

Sf - is financial score of the proposal under consideration.

Interested candidates are strongly advised to read the Procurement Notice for Individual Consultants and its related documents, which are available in the following websites: