CHARITY JOBS IN AFRICA

Organization: Center for International Forestry Research
Country: Kenya
Closing date: 06 Mar 2015

The Communications Coordinator will lead an ambitious, well-funded and creative program with the goal of translating CIFOR's high-caliber research from across Africa into meaningful, real-world impact. We need a dynamic, creative and self-directed Communications Coordinator to take the freedom and resources we offer and make it happen - whether it involves working alongside our scientists to develop communication strategies for specific research projects, traveling to the field with a TV crew, writing blogs, organizing a workshop or talking to journalists.

The Center for International Forestry Research (CIFOR) is a nonprofit, global research organization dedicated to advancing human well-being, environmental conservation and equity.

We conduct research that enables more informed and equitable decision making about the use and management of tropical and sub-tropical forest landscapes. We help policy makers and practitioners shape effective policy, improve the management of tropical forests and address the needs and perspectives of people who depend on forests for their livelihoods. Our multidisciplinary approach considers the underlying drivers of deforestation and degradation which often lie outside the forestry sector: forces such as agriculture, infrastructure development, trade and investment policies and law enforcement.

CIFOR is looking for

Regional Communications Coordinator, Africa

Overview

The Communications Coordinator will lead an ambitious, well-funded and creative program with the goal of translating CIFOR's high-caliber research from across Africa into meaningful, real-world impact. The program uses a range of media - including blogs, video documentaries, radio programs, conferences and workshops, TV and newspapers - so that policymakers, donors, NGOs, the private sector and other key stakeholders have the latest research on how best to manage the continent's forests, especially in relation to climate change, livelihoods, food security, energy and water management.

We need a dynamic, creative and self-directed Communications Coordinator to take the freedom and resources we offer and make it happen - whether it involves working alongside our scientists to develop communication strategies for specific research projects, traveling to the field with a TV crew, writing blogs, organizing a workshop or talking to journalists.

The ideal candidate will:

• Be a dynamic go-getter with loads of initiative and an adventurous spirit,

• Be an avid reader of science and environmental literature and issues - someone who genuinely enjoys engaging with scientists and the topics they research,

• Have a passion for storytelling and connecting with audiences,

• Have a strong editorial background, able to identify the most compelling and appropriate stories and methods for telling them, whether tried-and-true, emerging or experimental,

• Be able to come up with and develop ideas for communicating science for impact, and be open to and excited by new possibilities,

• Be able to manage multiple projects and deadlines,

• Be willing to travel often and work independently.

Summary of responsibilities

• Update, expand and oversee implementation of a communications strategy to deliver research findings to key stakeholders in Africa and elsewhere,

• Develop communication strategies for specific research projects in Africa and oversee implementation; manage communication budgets in these projects,

• Provide strategic guidance to two national communications staff (in Zambia and Cameroon) and one full-time communications consultant (in Burkina Faso),

• Work closely with CIFOR's headquarters in Indonesia, especially others in the Outreach team, with staff and consultants worldwide, and a Multimedia unit, which overseas CIFOR's many web platforms and publications,

• Write and edit blog stories, fact sheets, press releases, video synopses and scripts and other editorial,

• Oversee production of films and multimedia packages,

• Organize or support conferences and workshops in Africa in which to showcase CIFOR's research,

• Advise and mentor scientists on communications, especially on speaking to journalists, blog writing and on giving presentations to non-scientific audiences,

• Foster relationships with journalists across Africa and beyond to encourage media attention on CIFOR's research.

Details of duties, assignments and objectives will be further discussed and laid out in the staff's annual performance contract.

Requirements

Education, knowledge and experience

• A minimum of Bachelors' degree in communications, science (e.g. biophysical sciences, social sciences, political sciences, economics, etc.), or a related field. Master's degree is desirable,

• At least seven years' experience in producing high-quality communications materials across a range of mediums (samples to be requested),

• Demonstrated interest in science and environmental issues and ability to grasp new material quickly,

• Demonstrated ability to write and edit English across multiple styles and formats at a very high level (better than average native speaker),

• Experience working with technical experts, preferably in a multicultural context,

• Professional experience in Africa is preferable,

• Fluency in English and French,

• Ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities.

Personal Attributes and Competencies

• Go-getter, self-motivated and resourceful - someone who can make things happen,

• Dynamic and creative,

• Team player with excellent interpersonal skills, able to interact effectively and positively with people in a multicultural and multidisciplinary environment,

• Able to work well under pressure,

• Strong client service approach,

• Stickler for high quality and accuracy.

Terms and Conditions

• This is an Internationally Recruited Staff (IRS) position. CIFOR offers competitive remuneration in USD, commensurate with skills and experience,

• The appointment will be for 2 years, inclusive 9 months' probationary period, with a possibility of extension contingent upon performance, continued relevance of the position and available resources.

• The duty station will be in Nairobi, Kenya.

Application process

• The application deadline is 28 February 2015

• We will acknowledge all applications, but will contact only short-listed candidates.

To apply, please submit via the link

How to apply:

http://www.ngojobsonline.com/Job_463_Regional+Communications+Coordinator+Africa.html?FromHub=reliefweb.int

Organization: Catholic Relief Services
Country: Zambia
Closing date: 04 Feb 2015

Position Title:Deputy Regional Director/Program Quality

Location/Region:Lusaka, Zambia/SARO

Band:E

FLSA:Exempt

Reports To:RegionalDirector

Length of Assignment: Three to five years

About CRS:

Catholic Relief Services carries out the commitment of the Bishops of the United States to assist the poor and vulnerable overseas. Our Catholic identity is at the heart of our mission and operations. We welcome as a part of our staff and as partners people of all faiths and secular traditions who share our values and our commitment to serving those in need.

Summary/Background:
This position is part of the regional senior leadership team led by the Regional Director (RD). The DRD/PQ assumes selective responsibility delegated by the RD for technical and program quality, business development, as well as stewardship of CRS human, financial and material resources in accordance with the Agency Mission, including the following:

· Ensuring that the Agency’s overall vision is understood and incorporated into strategic planning and management in all country programs

· Providing strategic and programmatic leadership to regional technical staff;

· Providing technical and programmatic support to country program staff;

· Ensuring close and efficient coordination with headquarters (HQ) departments on common programming initiatives and departmental mandates; Ensuring that all appropriate opportunities for growth throughout the region are pursued.

The SARO region consists of the following country programs: Malawi, Madagascar, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Lesotho, Angola, a program office in Botswana, and outreach to Swaziland and South Africa. The DRD/PQ is expected to spend on average 50%[AK1]of her/his time travelling and providing direct support to country programs with emphasis on the three Top 12/DFAP countries of Malawi, Madagascar and Zambia, and to projects of strategic importance.

Job Responsibilities:With the general delegation of authority from the RD and in close coordination with the Country Representatives as well as relevant staff of the PIQA, RAD, HRD and OpEx Departments in CRS/HQ, the DRD for Program Quality assumes the following functions and responsibilities:

Primary Functions:

Quality Assurance

· Support HoPs/CPs in setting up and implementing relevant PQ processes and systems and using relevant tools for project design and management

o Project design & Proposal development utilizing Propack 1 + TAG/CAG

o Project Start up, Management, close-out

o MEAL system design in compliance with agency MEAL policies and procedures and according to Propack 2 & 3 and planning for baselines, mid-terms and final evaluations

o Knowledge management including consistent and regular use of Project Gateway and other agency PQ/BD data systems

o Cross-pollination among HoPs and program managers during regular learning reflections

o Coordinate selection of appropriate CP-level participants for global learning events

· Work with CRs, HoPs and relevant TAs to build Country Program capacity in cross-cutting PQ issues and Core Competencies, e.g.

o Gender strategy orientation, assessments and audit

o Conflict, governance and gender assessments and analysis

o MEAL

o SIS/Partnership

o Cross-Sector Engagement

o PQAT, PQ audit/evaluation

o Project management

o Training in project design and implementation, agency tools and standards, relevant industry standards (e.g. Sphere)

Strategic Planning and Strategy Implementation

· Support Country Programs in rolling out and reporting on the agency strategy

· Lead implementation, of SPA, Coe Competency, and BD components of SARO’s regional strategy

· Support and approve Country Programs in developing strategic plans, or sector specific strategies (eg emergency strategies) as applicable

· Coordinate country program and regional reporting on strategic initiatives

Talent Management: mentoring/coaching of HoPs, S/RTAs, training, orientation of new PQ staff, recruitment

· Coach and support HoPs in managing CP level PQ systems and processes and building the PQ capacity of programming staff

· Build capacity of HoPs and their staff

· Ensure that HOPs have developed the PQ part of core competencies

· Recruit/Orient/Mentor HoPs, Chiefs of Party, Senior/Regional Technical Advisors

· Facilitate HoP / PQ Communities of Practice and peer-to-peer learning and support in our regions and across regions as appropriate

TA Coordination

· Ensure high quality TA is provided to country programs based on their needs and classification

· TA coordination (helping CP identify needs, quarterly forecast, identify ways to fill gaps if TA not prioritized by PIQA) including HRD

· Organize, in collaboration with PIQA, local/regional communities of practice in relevant sectors

· Ensure that two-way TA feedback systems are implemented (i.e. that honest and constructive feedback is shared with TA supervisors and with CPs as applicable)

· Manage roster of regional consultants across SPA, core competency and other programming areas

Business Development: Coordination, Quality control, Capacity development

· Lead implementation of SARO’s business development strategy

· Supervise SARO’s RTA/BD[AK2]

· Support CPs to position for new opportunities

· Follow up/support meeting SARO’s growth targets

· Follow up/ensure CPs receive face-to-face debriefs and relay information to RAD/BDT

· Coordinate and ensure compliance with Proposal development and review process – from PIN onwards, including go/no go decisions, reviews (consolidate comments, final review and sign-off), guidance to HoPs on composition of proposal teams), etc.

Bridging PQ-MQ issues

· Support HOPs and RFO in projecting yearly budgets and tracking programmatic spending

· Work closely with DRD/MQ, RFO and HOPs in addressing ongoing programmatic-management issues such as operational delays which affect programmatic and spending performance

Other:

As applicable, oversee the Management of regional projects

· Track and analyze development of slow-onset emergencies, and contribute to Emergency Responses in region, as needed

· Representation with regional donors and partners, as applicable.

· Facilitate support to CP on Marketing and Communications: ensure best examples used with donors, policy makers, govts, peer NGO’s and other stakeholders

· Support advocacy priorities in the region, provide analysis, coordinate with CRS/Legislative staff in Washington

· Other tasks as delegated by RD

Supervisory Responsibilities:
Regional Technical Advisors for Business Development, Health, Agricultural Livelihoods, Monitoring & Evaluation

Agency-wide Competencies (for all CRS Staff)

These are rooted in the mission, values, and principles of CRS and used by each staff member to fulfill his or her responsibilities and to achieve the desired results.

· Serves with Integrity

· Models Stewardship

· Cultivates Constructive Relationships

· Promotes Learning

Key Working Relationships:

Internal: Regional Director, DRD for Management Quality, Regional Finance Officer, Regional Technical Advisors; Country Representatives and Managers, HOPs; CRS/HQ Staff - primarily PIQA, RAD, OpEx and HRD; other DRDs/PQ; USOps staff.

External: USG, including USAID (Washington, local Missions) and other relevant agencies; other bilateral Donor Agencies; multilateral Donor Agencies; US and international PVOs; local Catholic Church representatives; Caritas or similar local organizations; other Catholic development agencies; technical support networks/organizations in the US, Southern Africa and elsewhere; private sector corporations and investment companies.

Personal/Professional Skills:

· Strong interpersonal, communication and organizational skills as well as good judgment and vision.

· Strong written and verbal communication skills.

· Familiarity with, and/or appreciation of, the social teachings of the Catholic Church and its structure; ability to work well within this framework

· Commitment to the Agency's mission and strategy

Qualifications:

· MA/MS/MPH or MBA with significant applied experience in international relief and development.

· Ten years’ experience in international relief or development, including at least five years living in a developing country with strong management experience as Head of Programming or equivalent level. Country Representative or equivalent experience, a plus.

· Demonstrated leadership, management and supervisory skills

· Familiarity with technical standards in project and program design for CRS core competencies and programmatic themes, including integral human development, justice and peace, partnership, and capacity-building

· Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with local organizations and partners, and function effectively as part of a multi-cultural team.

· Demonstrated ability to transfer knowledge and skills formally and informally to diverse audiences; desire and ability to mentor staff.

· Ability to effectively lead a remote, multi-cultural team located in different geographic areas.

· Demonstrated success in program development and fundraising.

· Knowledge of CRS operations, policies and procedures.

· Strong inter-personal skills.

· Excellent written and verbal communications skills

· Proficiency in French (spoken and written)

Physical Requirements/Environment:

The position is based in Lusaka requiring travel 50% of the time on average.

Disclaimer: This job description is not an exhaustive list of the skill, effort, duties, and responsibilities associated with the position.

[AK1]This percentage needs to be aligned with the Physical requirements at the very bottom of the document.

[AK2]Since this position will supervise more than one RTA, I suggest moving this to the section on Talent Management and broaden it all RTAs.

How to apply:

EOE/M/F/D/V

https://www5.apply2jobs.com/CRS/ProfExt/index.cfm?fuseaction=mExternal.showJob&RID=2173&CurrentPage=1

Organization: Oxfam
Country: Kenya
Closing date: 11 Jan 2015

Oxfam International and its 17 affiliates worldwide have embarked on an ambitious ‘Vision2020’ strategic change process, building on all changes in the past few years. Top level decisions have been made by senior management and the confederation is ready to move into the next phase of implementation at country, regional and global levels.

The changes are expected to have a profound impact on much of our work on the ground and globally, as well as on the way we organise ourselves, our structures, staff and relationships with other stakeholders.

In the Horn, East & Central Africa region, a Regional Transition Group has recently been established, led by a fulltime chair and comprised of key Oxfam affiliates in the region. The objective of this group is to further design and implement the staff, whilst ensuring that much of Oxfam’s work continues. The RTG is complemented by the OI Country Directors of all ten countries in the HECA region. A first regional and country level roadmap has recently been designed, with clear milestones and timelines.

This Vision2020 change process requires change management capacity, both at country and regional level in HECA. We are looking for a an experienced and senior change manager who works directly with the RTG at regional level, and who is able to support country change processes too.

Objective of the position

To help shape a stronger Oxfam in the HECA region the Regional Change Manager will be responsible – in coordination and consultation with the Regional Transition Group - fordefining, coordinating and implementing change management and support plans for the country- and regional teams within HECA.

The regional Change Manager will report to the chair of the Transition Group for HECA and, when appointed next year, to the Oxfam Regional Director. The Regional Change Manager has a coordinating relationship with the OI Vision2020 change managers’ global team and works closely with the Countries Change Management teams.

How to apply:

Are you interested? Send your application to jobs@oxfamnovib.nl, before 11 January 2015. Interviews are currently planned to take place in the week of 12^th of January.

Further information about the job can be obtained from Robbert van den Berg, Chair HECA Transition Group via robbert.van.den.berg@oxfamnovib.nl. For information about the procedure you can contact Patricia Vermeulen, International HR Advisor, via patricia.vermeulen@oxfamnovib.nl.

Organization: Plan
Country: Senegal
Closing date: 05 Jan 2015

Plan’s vision is to reach as many children as possible, particularly those who are excluded or marginalised, with high-quality programmes that deliver long-lasting benefits.

We are looking for a Regional Grant Accountantto join the Regional Ebola Response Team in the Regional Office .You will be responsible for the management of the mobilized resources, including timely and quality reporting, and the transition of the financial responsibility to the country office. You will play a crucial role in providing high quality grant management information necessary to support an effective humanitarian operation.

In addition you will be responsible for.

· Ensuring that the Emergency program's budget and charges are recorded, validated and maintained in the system in a timely manner

· Check General Ledger logbook and inform the Country Finance manager of any problem in the system.

· Reconcile and manage allocations both within the country and between other Country Plan;

· Ensure that all purchases and payments are made within the limits of the budget before any treatment

· Work closely with the program & other operations team to deliver proper finance reports

· Ensure all Emergency Finance team members extended to the program and operation personnel understand and carry out their duties in accordance with Plan Finance and donors principles.

· Build the capacity of the Emergency Finance team members and partners implementing the program;

· Ensure financial reports sent to donors are accurate and submitted on time with donors

· Requirements

· Ensure emergency Project Outlines (PO) and PO modifications are prepared with the approved Budget and correct account codes.

A strong leader, with the ability to make effective decisions quickly, you will be an experienced emergency Grant Accountant professional with a demonstrable track record leading and managing emergency responses. You will have extensive knowledge of the sector, applicable standards and donors in emergency. Excellent communication skills: Fluent in both French and English

Type of Role:6 Months Contract - Unaccompanied

Location:Regional Office: Senegal

Reports to:Regional Resources Mobilisation Manager

Closing Date:5 January 2015

Interviews will be done as we receive applications.

How to apply:

https://career012.successfactors.eu/sfcareer/jobreqcareer?jobId=4587&company=PlanInt&username=

Organization: International Committee of the Red Cross
Country: Kenya
Closing date: 18 Dec 2014

Regional Midwife based in Nairobi, Kenya
70 to 80 % in the field French and English

Function • Support field teams to assess/define, implement and evaluate adequate and quality Reproductive Health (RH) programs and activities and work together with them in the field • Improve the quality of the different RH components in ICRC health programs, especially in emergencies • Reinforce and develop both the quality of medical care at Primary Health Care facilities for Victims of Sexual Violence (VSV) and referrals to mental health and psycho-social support care • Develop the quality of medical care for Emergency Obstetric Cases and the medical care for VSV in ICRC supported Referral Hospitals

Responsibilities

• Map priority needs of Reproductive Health in Emergencies and Stakeholders in countries covered • Develop a training curriculum for Emergency Obstetric Care, New born health care and Medical Care for VSV using existing tools based on international guidelines. Train mobile and resident health staff in targeted areas and monitor the progress in terms of programmes • Develop a pool of qualified Human Resource (HR) to respond to emergencies in the countries covered • Liaise with Stakeholders at Regional and international level to update on external resources • Develop the continuous training for the pool of midwives working with the ICRC • Develop ICRC response capacity in terms of Emergency Obstetric Care as a whole, with a specific focus on the link between PHC and hospital care and effective referral procedures • Ensure the set-up and correct implementation of adequate midwifery care, midwife protocols and adequate supervision system • Provide technical support to implement ICRC frame of reference on Sexual Violence in Armed conflict and other situations of violence, especially the inclusion of medical examination and treatment of victims of SV in ICRC supported PHC facilities and support the link with Mental Health and Psycho-Social Support teams (MHPSS) • Provide any technical support that is required in collaboration with the PHC sub unit team in Geneva • Contribute to Institutional planning (PfR) and Human Resources support (briefing and evaluation) • Develop ICRC Sexual & Reproductive Health Core Package for Sexual and RH activities with a practical tool box including Medical logistics.

Requiremen**ts**

• Prepared to accept 2 x 12 months assignment without family (spouse, partner, child(ren)) • Nurse with midwifery specialisation or midwife • Experience in projects implementing clinical management of Victims of Sexual Violence required • At least 2 years previous work experience in the field of reproductive health in humanitarian settings • Proven ability to manage reproductive health programs is required • Fluency in English and French is absolutely required, Arabic, Spanish or another language is an asset • Master in Public Health or reproductive Health training is an added value • ICRC previous work experience is an asset • Experience in projects with public health perspective is an asset • Acquainted to project cycle management and results based management • Manual driving licence and good practice (automatic driving licence not accepted)

Your profile • Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team and constructively with people of different backgrounds • Ability to organise and carry out work with minimal supervision, with high sense of responsibility • Ability to summarise for rapid decision making • Good communication skills are essential • Planning and management capacity, excellent ability to analyse and summarise in written form • Able to work under stressful conditions

Length of assignment Initial assignment is 1 year, extendable

Deadline application 18 December 2014

Beginning of assignment 1 February 2015

How to apply:

If interested please apply through our website www.icrc.org . Only online applications will be considered. No email/hard copy will be considered

Organization: Plan
Country: Kenya
Closing date: 12 Dec 2014

Regional Compliance Specialist

Region of Eastern and Southern Africa

Number of positions: 2

About Plan

Founded about 78 years ago, Plan International is one of the oldest and largest children’s development organizations in the world. We work in 50 developing countries across Africa, Asia and the Americas to promote child rights and lift millions of children out of poverty particularly those who are excluded or marginalized with high quality programs that deliver long lasting benefits by increasing its income, working in partnership with others and operating effectively. Plan’s vision is of a world in which all children realize their full potential in societies that respect people’s rights and dignity. Plan is independent, with no religious, political or governmental affiliations and is an equal opportunity employer.

About the role

Based at the Regional Office of Eastern and Southern Africa (RESA) (or any of the Plan countries in the region) the Compliance Specialist’s role will be to provide oversight and analysis of the financial health of assigned projects while ensuring compliance to donor requirements. The Compliance Specialist will also contribute to proposal development focusing on budgeting for quality implementation and maximum cost recovery.

The person should have a minimum of 5 years’ experience in financial management, grants analysis

For a full job description and detailed personal specifications please click on:-

http://plan-international.org/where-we-work/africa/jobs/compliance-specialist

Type of Role: 2 years fixed term contract

Closing date: Friday, 12th December 2014

Reports to: Reporting to a Senior Manager within Plan Canada with administrative reporting to the Regional Head of Resource Mobilization

Reference and background checks will be carried out in conformity with Plan’s Child Protection Policy. Plan operates an equal opportunities policy and actively encourages diversity.

How to apply:

For a full job description and detailed personal specifications please click on:-

http://plan-international.org/where-we-work/africa/jobs/compliance-specialist

To apply, please send your CV and cover letter to: Plan.Resajob@plan-international.org

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Organization: UN Human Settlements Program
Country: Kenya
Closing date: 01 Dec 2014

TERMS OF REFERENCE

POSITION:Habitat III Regional Reports Coordinator (Consultant)
SECTION:United Nations Conference on Housing and Sustainable Urban Development (Habitat III)
DUTY STATION:Nairobi
CONTRACT TYPE: Consultant (level C)
DURATION:12 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 a regional reports coordinator consultant to (i) prepare the methodology for the elaboration of the Habitat III regional reports in coordination with the UN regional commissions, (ii) to assess and validate the national reports submitted, and identify the key emerging issues to be considered in the regional reports (iii) to supervise the 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. Design relevant assessment tools, methodologies for the regional reports, in coordination with the UN regional commissions;
2. Work on the validation of national and regional reports, ensuring that the reports attain the expected outputs;
3. Coordinate the assessment of the Habitat III national reports to ensure coherence and comparability;
4. Assesses as necessary additional capacity that may be required to produce the Habitat III regional reports;
5. Liaise with relevant governmental departments and other stakeholders to ensure smooth and coordinated delivery of substantive inputs, tools or technical advice required;
6. 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.
7. Manage, develop and maintain close working relationships with relevant national, regional and international partners, stakeholders, and other UN Agencies.
8. Perform other duties relevant to the position defined as per country/region project and approved work plan.
9. 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

12 months

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 habitat3secretariat@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: World Food Programme
Country: Egypt
Closing date: 13 Nov 2014

The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) is the world's largest humanitarian agency, fighting hunger worldwide. We are seeking to fill the position of Regional Staff Counsellor at the P3 level, based in our Regional Bureau Office in Cairo, Egypt.

Under the general supervision and guidance of the Chief of the Staff Counselling Unit, the Regional Staff Counselor will be responsible for the following key duties for the Cairo Regional Bureau which is comprised of 11+ Country Offices:

• Provide psychological counseling and support services to WFP staff and immediate family members in the Country Offices in the OMC region;
• Psychological counseling and support services will include; assessment, one-on-one and group counseling, treatment planning, preparation for deployment to new duty stations, and occasional formal reports on clients;
• Perform individual psychological assessments in cases where a staff member is experiencing more extreme difficulty and/or presenting with serious mental-health symptoms or syndromes; liaise with the medical officer or other mental health resources, as needed;
• Provide support and advice to Country Directors and other managers and supervisors on healthy work place practices and how to effectively support staff; assist with resolving interpersonal conflicts;
• Design and conduct workshops on a wide range of topics including stress management, team-building, problem-solving, communication, conflict resolution, etc;
• Provide debriefings and crisis counselling to individuals and/or groups in emergencies or after critical incidents;
• Collaborate with the WFP Medical Unit, the Security Unit, the Ombudsman, the Human Resources Department, and other offices when necessary to address problems raised by staff members;
• Support missions to Country Offices may also focus on such areas as resolving work-place conflicts, reducing work-related stress, skill building and team building, or assistance with down-sizing and changes in Country Office operations;
• Maintain the WFP Peer Support Volunteer Network in the region through training and supervision; training materials and related protocols already exist;
• Ensure that Country Office security plans include provisions to provide for the psychosocial needs of staff during emergencies and following critical incidents;
• Work with DSS-CISMU (Department of Safety & Security – Critical Incident Stress Management Unit) and other Agency Staff Counselors and Peer Support Volunteers in the region during emergencies and extreme critical incidents;
• Identify and liaise with local regional mental health resources that can be used for referrals or in times of crisis;
• Contribute to information and materials about stress and stress management through the Unit website or printed media. Professional articles are encouraged;
• Complete administrative duties such as participating in professional conferences, planning budget and programs for the regions, completing reporting requirements, contributing to policy and guideline documents, etc;
• Refer staff to outside mental health professionals or facilities, as recommended;
• The position requires periodic travel to County Offices in the region and delivery of psychosocial-support services, including workshops, individual counseling, and management consultations;
• Conduct support missions to other WFP regions if required and as directed by the Unit chief.

Qualifications & Experience Required

Education:

• Advanced university degree (Masters, Doctorate, or equivalent) in psychology, psychiatry, counseling, or other mental health profession.
• Must be a licensed or registered as a psychologist, psychiatrist, or counselor, or an equivalent in their country of origin.
• Additional training, certification, or experience in a range of related fields, such as alcohol/substance abuse, stress management, critical incident stress management, cross-cultural communication, conflict resolution, trauma, etc. will also be considered.

Experience:

• Minimum six (6) years of progressively responsible professional post graduate experience in the field of mental health is required.
• Experience with other UN Agencies, International Humanitarian Organizations, or Employee Assistance Programs considered essential.
• Experience working in hardship duty stations or providing counseling services to staff working in very difficult and hazardous environments, desired.

Technical Skills & Knowledge:

• Very good working knowledge of technology tools such as PowerPoint, Excel and Word.
• Broad knowledge of all facets of the field of counseling and an ability to create an environment in which others can talk confidentially and act without fear or repercussions within a climate of established trust;

Competencies:

• Excellent communication skills (oral, written and presentation) including the ability to defend and explain difficult issues and positions to staff at all levels;
• Ability to identify clients' needs and suggest appropriate solutions;
• Ability to establish and maintain productive partnerships with clients, as well as with other professional offices in the organization;
• Ability to operate effectively across organizational boundaries and establish and maintain effective working relationships in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity.
• Ability to maintain professional confidentiality at all times.

Language:

• Fluency in oral and written English with an intermediate knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian and Spanish) or Portuguese (one of WFP’s working languages).
• Advanced command of Arabic is desired

How to apply:

Go to: http://i-recruitment.wfp.org/vacancies/14-0015691

Step 1: Register and create your online CV.

Step 2: Click on “Description” to read the position requirements and “Apply” to submit your application.

NOTE: You must complete Step 1 and 2 in order for your application to be considered for this vacancy.

Deadline for applications:13 November 2014

Organization: UN Children's Fund
Country: Jordan, Kenya, Nepal, Panama, Senegal, Thailand, Turkey
Closing date: 19 Nov 2014

If you are an experienced gender and development professional with strong credentials in rigorous programme design, implementation and evaluation, and have a passion for advancing gender equality and making a lasting difference for women, children and adolescents, UNICEF wants to hear from you!

UNICEF has recently adopted its new Gender Action Plan 2014-2017 (GAP), which is an ambitious effort at catalysing field level programming and results that advance gender equality and the empowerment of women and girls in key areas of UNICEF’s work.

In relation to this new Gender Action Plan, UNICEF is currently recruiting for 7 Regional Gender Advisors located in the following locations: Amman, Jordan; Dakar, Senegal; Kathmandu, Nepal; Panama City, Panama; Bangkok, Thailand; Istanbul, Turkey; and Nairobi, Kenya. Candidates who apply will be considered for any of the seven locations provided they meet the specified additional requirements for a given location. Candidate preference for specific locations will also be taken into account.

The Regional Adviser Gender and Development serves as the most senior gender expert in his/her respective region, supporting the development, application, and achievement of goals and strategies on gender programming, in alignment with the Gender Action Plan 2014-2017.

How to apply:

For more information regarding key expected results and job responsibilities and detailed information on the desired competencies of a successful candidate, and to apply for a Regional Gender Advisor position, please click here by the deadline of 19 November 2014 (11:59 p.m. EST).Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Organization: Program for Appropriate Technology in Health
Country: Zambia
Closing date: 30 Nov 2014

ORGANISATION:PATH

Job Description

Please provide a cover letter describing your interest in the position and how your background and work experience qualify you for the role.

PATH is an international organization that drives transformative innovation to save lives and improve health, especially among women and children. We accelerate innovation across five platforms—vaccines, drugs, diagnostics, devices, and system and service innovations—that harness our entrepreneurial insight, scientific and public health expertise, and passion for health equity. By mobilizing partners around the world, we take innovation to scale, working alongside countries primarily in Africa and Asia to tackle their greatest health needs. Together, we deliver measurable results that disrupt the cycle of poor health.

HR Business Partners at PATH are a global team of professionals who work in a coordinated effort to implement PATH's people strategy and facilitate the delivery of best HR practices. These roles advance PATH's mission through effective partnering with leaders and staff and leveraging HR expertise to influence business decisions in their regions. PATH seeks to recruit a Regional HR Business Partner for Southern Africa who will guide and support the employees in South Africa, Zambia and Mozambique. The position may be posted in Lusaka or Johannesburg.

Specific responsibilities include:

· Partnering with organizational leadership to ensure PATH can deliver on its mission.

· Manage the on boarding and off boarding processes across the region, cultivating PATH’s culture to ensure employees are engaged.

· Serve as primary contact for compensation and benefit matters across the region.

· Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements and mitigate risk in consideration of local laws, best practices and PATH policies.

· Serve as coach to employees and supervisors in building high-performing teams, enhancing employee engagement and improving retention of high-potential staff.

· Develop and implement related policies and procedures in the region.

· Lead and monitor the performance management and goal setting processes to improve individual performance and team function.

· Coordinate and/or deliver learning activities and facilitate development opportunities for employees at all levels, including training, stretch assignments and suitable talent programs.

· Effectively manage employee relations issues in partnership with supervisors, project/program leadership, HR leadership, Legal Affairs and local counsel.

· Conduct full cycle recruiting when recruiting volume exceeds the regional recruiters’ capacity.

Required Skills

· A track record of bringing a solution-oriented approach to partnering with clients across the wide range of HR topics.

· Demonstrated skill building and managing strong partnerships with clients in the Southern Africa region and with the global and regional HR teams.

· Demonstrated ability to successfully manage the distinctly differentiated HR role while working effectively in a client team environment.

· Demonstrated effectiveness working efficiently, productively, and with urgency in a fast-paced environment.

· Ability to manage projects and communicate effectively while managing multiple constituencies.

· Excellent business writing skills in English.

· Proven skill applying analytical reasoning and making data driven decisions.

· Fluency in French and Portuguese preferred.

Required Experience

Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of four years of HR generalist experience required, including talent management, leadership and employee coaching, employee relations, total rewards and training. Group facilitation experience preferred. Familiarity with USAID rules and regulations also preferred.

Candidates must have legal authorization to work and currently reside in South Africa or Zambia.

PATH is dedicated to diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Location

Lusaka, Zambia or Johannesburg, South Africa

Company Location

South Africa, Lusaka

Position Type

Full-Time/Regular

Tracking Code

6367

How to apply:

For detailed job description and instructions on how to apply, please visit:

http://bit.ly/1vGNpSP

Organization: Program for Appropriate Technology in Health
Country: South Africa
Closing date: 30 Nov 2014

ORGANISATION: PATH

Job Description

PATH is an international organization that drives transformative innovation to save lives and improve health, especially among women and children. We accelerate innovation across five platforms—vaccines, drugs, diagnostics, devices, and system and service innovations—that harness our entrepreneurial insight, scientific and public health expertise, and passion for health equity. By mobilizing partners around the world, we take innovation to scale, working alongside countries primarily in Africa and Asia to tackle their greatest health needs. Together, we deliver measurable results that disrupt the cycle of poor health.

HR Business Partners at PATH are a global team of professionals who work in a coordinated effort to implement PATH's people strategy and facilitate the delivery of best HR practices. These roles advance PATH's mission through effective partnering with leaders and staff and leveraging HR expertise to influence business decisions in their regions. PATH seeks to recruit a Regional HR Business Partner for Southern Africa who will guide and support the employees in South Africa, Zambia and Mozambique. The position may be posted in Lusaka or Johannesburg.

Specific responsibilities include:

· Partnering with organizational leadership to ensure PATH can deliver on its mission.

· Manage the on boarding and off boarding processes across the region, cultivating PATH’s culture to ensure employees are engaged.

· Serve as primary contact for compensation and benefit matters across the region.

· Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements and mitigate risk in consideration of local laws, best practices and PATH policies.

· Serve as coach to employees and supervisors in building high-performing teams, enhancing employee engagement and improving retention of high-potential staff.

· Develop and implement related policies and procedures in the region.

· Lead and monitor the performance management and goal setting processes to improve individual performance and team function.

· Coordinate and/or deliver learning activities and facilitate development opportunities for employees at all levels, including training, stretch assignments and suitable talent programs.

· Effectively manage employee relations issues in partnership with supervisors, project/program leadership, HR leadership, Legal Affairs and local counsel.

· Conduct full cycle recruiting when recruiting volume exceeds the regional recruiters’ capacity.

Required Skills

· A track record of bringing a solution-oriented approach to partnering with clients across the wide range of HR topics.

· Demonstrated skill building and managing strong partnerships with clients in the Southern Africa region and with the global and regional HR teams.

· Demonstrated ability to successfully manage the distinctly differentiated HR role while working effectively in a client team environment.

· Demonstrated effectiveness working efficiently, productively, and with urgency in a fast-paced environment.

· Ability to manage projects and communicate effectively while managing multiple constituencies.

· Excellent business writing skills in English.

· Proven skill applying analytical reasoning and making data driven decisions.

· Fluency in French and Portuguese preferred.

Required Experience

Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of four years of HR generalist experience required, including talent management, leadership and employee coaching, employee relations, total rewards and training. Group facilitation experience preferred. Familiarity with USAID rules and regulations also preferred.

Candidates must have legal authorization to work and currently reside in South Africa or Zambia.

PATH is dedicated to diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Location

Lusaka, Zambia or Johannesburg, South Africa

Company Location

South Africa, Lusaka

Position Type

Full-Time/Regular

Tracking Code

6367

How to apply:

Please provide a cover letter describing your interest in the position and how your background and work experience qualify you for the role.

For detailed job description and instructions on how to apply, please visit:

http://bit.ly/1vGNpSP

Organization: Excel Hort Consult Limited
Country: Uganda
Closing date: 07 Nov 2014

Excel Hort Consult Ltd (EHC) is an agribusiness and Development Company that was established in 1999 in Uganda and active in East and Central African region. The company provides agribusiness and agro-industry value chain development services to local, national, regional and international organizations as well as private sector companies. It offers a wide range of services in agribusiness trade and investment such as value chain analysis; strategic planning and institutional development; as well as business management services. All its services are designed to enhance capacity development and poverty reduction through strengthening the private sector engagement in food security and agribusiness trade.

EHC is looking for a qualified candidate for placement in the company:

Vacancy: Regional Manager

Duty station: Kabale, Western Uganda

Key roles:

· Manage all value chain development projects in the western region of Uganda

· Provide leadership, supervision and direction to regional team, including day-to-day coordination, monitoring, and supervision of technical and general office staff, project funds, and consultants.

· Provide technical leadership in the following areas: value chain development, government relations, and farmer cooperative development.

· Design proposals for new projects and engage possible funders

· Review and implement M&E mechanisms, ensuring timely completion of technical activities and the timely completion of reports and deliverables.

Requirements:

· Postgraduate degree in a relevant field

· 2 years of experience working in a developing country, agriculture related field preferred

· Knowledge/experience/interest in agribusiness is an asset

Salary:

Starts modest. However, this is a career-track role with the possibility for fast raises for performance. Please state your required salary in your application letter.

www.excelhort.com

How to apply:

Please submit a CV and application letter to P. Kvaran, Programme Director: pall@excelhort.com before the 7th of November, 2014. We thank all candidates for their interest. Only those short listed for an interview will be contacted.

Organization: Malaria Consortium
Country: Uganda
Closing date: 27 Oct 2014

Location: Kampala, Uganda

Contract: 2 years

Salary: $54,512- $61,326 plus benefits

Closing date: 27th October 2014

Malaria Consortium is recruiting for a Regional Finance Manager (RFM) to join the team in the regional office in Kampala, Uganda. Malaria Consortium manages a large number of projects in many countries; the organisation’s income for year to 31 March 2014 was £52m. The RFM is responsible for overseeing the financial management and performance of Malaria Consortium’s six country offices as well as the Kampala-based regional office, where three multi-country projects are based. The RFM will report to the Africa Programmes Director but will have significant interaction with the London-based Financial Controller (FC) and Chief Finance Officer (CFO).

The RFM will provide a pro-active, effective and motivational support to six country programmes and the Africa Regional Office to ensure sound financial management and planning. The RFM will provide a valuable linkage between the country and regional offices and the global organisation to ensure a consistency of approach and high quality standards. The RFM will be an integral part of the senior regional management team.

The successful candidate will have:

• Qualified ACA, ACCA or CIMA Accountant

• A bachelor’s degree from a recognised university

• Management experience

• Strong service mentality

• Excellent computer skills, high proficiency in Microsoft excel

• Working knowledge of accounting software

• Strong analytical skills

• Fluency in English (written and verbal)

Experience in training and developing finance staff

How to apply:

For more information please visit our website www.malariaconsortium.org where you will have access to the full job description. Please send your CV, with a covering letter outlining how you meet the person specification and your current salary information, to Human Resources at HR.Recruitment@malariaconsortium.org

Malaria Consortium thanks you for your application. However, due to the volume of applications received, only short listed candidates will be contacted within three weeks of the closing date.

Organization: Catholic Relief Services
Country: Senegal
Closing date: 15 Nov 2014

Position Title:Regional Technical Advisor for Strategic Growth and Business Development

Dept/Location:WARO/Senegal

Reports To:DRD Program Quality and Growth (DRDPQ)

Est. Length of Service:3-4 Years

About CRS:

Catholic Relief Services carries out the commitment of the Bishops of the United States to assist the poor and vulnerable overseas. Our Catholic identity is at the heart of our mission and operations. We welcome as a part of our staff and as partners people of all faiths and secular traditions who share our values and our commitment to serving those in need.

Job Background/Summary:

The Regional Technical Advisor for Strategic Growth and Business Development (RTA/SG-BD) position is part of the regional program quality and growth team, and will lead CRS efforts in marketing, prepositioning, capture planning and pursuit of opportunities in West Africa, including identification and development of new public donor funding relationships and increasing CRS’ capacity to respond to opportunities from a variety of donors. Working closely with the Deputy Regional Director for Program Quality and Growth (DRDPQ), other Regional Technical Advisors (RTAs), Program Managers for Strategic Growth and Business Development (PMs/SG-BD), Heads of Programming and Country Representatives – and the headquarter-based Business Development Team (BDT) – the advisor will be responsible for: supporting regional and country efforts in planning strategically; leading state-of-the-art business development practices in West Africa; researching and building relationships with current and potential donors; working closely with a CRS/Marketing staff and outside firms on strategies and materials; gathering and managing information to support pursuit of opportunities; providing assistance to Heads of Programming to ensure sound project design and proposals; writing proposals; and monitoring progress towards the region’s growth objectives.

Specific Job Responsibilities:

Resource Mobilization Plan (ReMAP), Coordination

• Implement the WARO ReMAP, in close coordination with the DRDPQ, updating it as necessary; support country programs in development of country-level growth plans
• Lead West Africa SG-BD Team with DRDPQ support and participation from five PMs/SG-BD
• Liaise with the HQ-based Resource Acquisition Department (RAD) to ensure that relevant information is disseminated to country programs and RTAs and appropriate follow-up is carried out.
• Work with country, region and HQ staff in to analyze WARO past performance for both publicly- and privately-funded awards, by donor, sector, and region, with an emphasis on public resource proposal submission and success rates and lessons learned

Prepositioning and Representation:

• Lead and coordinate processes to build country level and regional level relationships with donors and other stakeholders, developing new relationships at USG and other donors with regional presence in Dakar, Accra or elsewhere; disseminate information as appropriate.
• Guide Country Programs and build capacity to gather information about donor trends and potential upcoming opportunities, and record encounters and information gathered.
• Maintain a Donor Map and other intelligence management tools for tracking regional and global donor trends

Identify Funding Opportunities:

• In coordination with the BDT and regional team, explore, identify and track both regional and country program funding opportunities, including those with the USG and non-traditional donors;
• Develop and maintain a roster of available consultants for proposal development and proposal writing.

Capture Planning

• Train CP staff on capture planning
• Mentor CP business development staff to facilitate capture planning trainings.
• Once significant opportunities are identified, work together with HoPs and CP business development staff to create and implement capture plans using CRS models.
• Coordinate participation of other regional staff to support CP capture plans.

Proposal Development:

• Form and coordinate regional and HQ technical teams to support country programs in the development of appropriate responses, and based on participatory project design process, coordinate proposal development of new funding sources.
• Assist country programs to develop and write project proposals, including DFAPs and other large grant opportunities. Assistance may also include seeking consultants who can provide specific services for proposals, and liaising with the donor regional offices as necessary;
• Ensure that proposals conform to agency quality standards (i.e., Propack,TAG/CAG, IHD, etc.) and donor requirements.
• Provide direct technical assistance to and strengthen the capacity of country program staff in project design and drafting of proposals (including both program and resource planning).

Marketing and Evaluation of Potential Funding Opportunities

• Coordinate with marketing staff and possibly a firm to develop strategies, marketing tools, including written materials, videos, and a process to market widely and successfully to donors and other key audiences.
• Coordinate marketing activities at the country program and regional level.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Maintain WARO’s tracking sheet of up-coming funding opportunities and post an update every week to the BDT’s “early intel” library for Regional and HQ use.
• Participate in agency-wide BD community learning and knowledge management by sharing experience and lessons learned virtually.
• Ensure WARO proposals are accurately tracked in the CRS Win/Loss Database and ensure WARO projects are reflected in agency-wide past performance tables, corporate capacity statements, and other boilerplate proposal sections housed in the online Public Proposal Toolbox.

Supervisory Responsibilities:Partial supervision of PMs/Business Development (dotted-line).

Agency-wide Competencies (for all CRS Staff):

These are rooted in the mission, values, and guiding principles of CRS and used by each staff member to fulfill his or her responsibilities and achieve the desired results.

• Serves with Integrity
• Models Stewardship
• Cultivates Constructive Relationships
• Promotes Learning

Key Working Relationships:

*INTERNAL:* Regional Director; Deputy Regional Directors/Program & Management Quality; Regional Finance Officer; Regional Technical Advisors; Country Representatives; Country Program technical staff and project managers; HQ Business Development Team, HQ Program Quality Support Department, Resource Specialist, and Foundations & Corporations Team.

*EXTERNAL:* USG officials; Representatives of non-traditional public donors including UN, World Bank, Regional banks, Caritas agencies, international research centers, and others.

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in development, international relations, or relevant field preferred; equivalent experience acceptable.
• Familiarity with funding solicitation mechanisms, regulations and standard provisions, and programming priorities of USAID – preferred candidates would be familiar with others US agencies and funding sources as well, e.g., USDA, US State Department, US Department of Labor, Global Fund, Buffet Foundation, Melinda and Bill Gates Foundation.
• Minimum five years international development management experience, including at least three years of work in a developing country.
• Proven experience drafting proposals for food and/or non-food public resources highly desirable and experience with RFAs, strongly preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication and negotiation skills.
• Exceptional writing ability.
• Strong analytical skills, budget development skills and ability to build consortia.
• Knowledge of CRS programs, justice agenda and Catholic Social Teaching principles a plus.
• Knowledge of and comfort level with Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, Outlook, Internet) required, experience with Access or other data base programs is a plus.
• Willingness/ability to travel 30-50% of the time.
• Native level ability in written and spoken English
• Fluency in written and spoken French.

****Disclaimer Clause:****

This job description is not an exhaustive list of the skill, effort, duties and responsibilities associated with this position.

****EOE/M/F/D/V****

How to apply:

Please submit a cover letter and resume to www.crs.org. Go to About Us, Careers and click on Search. Look for Req. #I 1847. Click on the job title and scroll to bottom of job to apply directly.

Organization: World Food Programme
Country: Egypt
Closing date: 15 Oct 2014

The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) is the world's largest humanitarian agency, fighting hunger worldwide. We are seeking to fill the position of Regional Donor & Private Sector Relations Officer P3, based in our Regional Bureau in Cairo, Egypt.

Reporting directly to the Regional Director, the Regional Donor & Private Sector Relations Officer will be responsible for providing coherent guidance and successful development of donor relations and fundraising efforts for the region, working with both traditional and non-traditional partners, fostering innovative initiatives and approaches. These responsibilities include the following key duties:

• Create and implement resource mobilization strategies for WFP operations in the region covering the Middle East, North Africa, Central Asia and Eastern Europe (OMC);
• Develop strategies to maintain/increase funding from traditional and merging donors;
• Support the development of productive multi-level relationships with WFP’s primary regional donors;
• Gather and analyse information about donor policies, practices, fundraising trends and preferences; prepare accurate and timely briefs on issues related to fundraising, and identify key opportunities at regional and country levels;
• Raise resources for the regional programme themes and initiatives, negotiate and solicit contributions, develop and submit funding proposals, evaluate and assess partnership results;
• Ensure donors are kept informed of key policy and operational issues of importance to the programme, WFP priorities and needs in the OMC region;
• Broaden the donor base through active engagement of potential private sector, foundation, and new donor partners;
• Ensure OMC requirements are highlighted in WFP’s corporate engagement with external parties including media, NGOs, UN agencies and donors;
• Work with colleagues in the Regional Bureau, Country Offices and Headquarters to prepare funding proposals, reports, and to respond to donor queries;
• Liaise with appropriate units, specifically Public Information, Partnership, Procurement, Logistics, and Programme, to ensure appropriate visibility for donor contributions;
• Manage the contractual agreements with the donor while working closely with the relevant regional units, WFP Donor Relations Offices and Legal to ensure that agreements are developed in line with corporate guidance;
• Manage a portfolio of current partnerships, pipeline of new partnership opportunities, and forecast contributions;
• Develop strategies to determine how to best secure and steward private sector donors by appropriate channels (individuals, corporate, foundation, NGO);
• Provide private sector resource mobilisation expertise to technical units, Regional Bureaux and Country offices;
• Represent WFP and advance WFP’s private sector strategy and objectives at international meetings;
• Supervise staff, provide training and technical guidance as required;
• Perform other related duties as required.

Qualifications & Experience Required

Education:

• University degree, preferably at an advanced level, in Politcal Science, International Development, Development Economics or other related fields.

Experience:

• At least five years of postgraduate progressively responsible professional experience in international development, donor aid programmes or other related fields;
• Field based donor relations and resource mobilization experience preferably in humanitarian context; with multilateral organization;
• Experience working in the Arab region is required;
• Previous experience with fundraising, negotiations and public relations/advocacy and work experience within the private sector is desirable;
• Experience working in developing countries, preferably in the area of food aid or development;
• A proven track record in fundraising and corporate social responsibility (CSR) is an asset.

Technical Skills & Knowledge:

• Ability to identify and analyse trends, opportunities and threats to fundraising;
• Good marketing and consumer focused communication skills;
• Knowledge of global legal and fiscal requirements for effective fundraising;
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook);
• General knowledge of UN system policies, rules, regulations and procedures governing administration is desirable.

Competencies:

• Strong negotiation and relationship management skills, with ability to negotiate with donors and internal units;
• Ability to establish and maintain long-standing partnerships;
• Excellent drafting and presentation skills including ability to draft clear and concise reports;
• Ability to plan and organize work programme;
• Ability to work with minimum supervision under own initiative;
• Tact, with ability to work productively and maintain effective working relationships with people of all backgrounds;
• Good problem solving skills with ability to conceptualise issues, think in abstract terms, and analyse numerical data;
• High standards of ethics and values;
• Willingness to travel for extended periods of time.

Language:

• Fluency in oral and written English and Arabic is required;
• Intermediate knowledge of another official UN language (Chinese, French, Russian and Spanish) or Portuguese (one of WFP’s working languages) is desirable.

How to apply:

Go to: http://i-recruitment.wfp.org/vacancies/14-0015614

Step 1: Register and create your online CV.

Step 2: Click on “Description” to read the position requirements and “Apply” to submit your application.

NOTE: You must complete Step 1 and 2 in order for your application to be considered for this vacancy.

Deadline for applications:15 October 2014

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: South Africa
Closing date: 30 Sep 2014

OPEN TO INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL CANDIDATES

Classification : Official, Grade P4

Type of Appointment : Fixed term, one year with possibility of extension

Estimated Start Date : As soon as possible

Reference Code: VN2014/44(O)-EXT.

Established in 1951, IOM is the leading inter-governmental organization in the field of migration and works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners. IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It does so by providing services and advice to governments and migrants.

IOM has a proactive recruitment policy to increase the representation of nationals of non- represented member states. Qualified applicants from the following countries will be favorably considered:

Algeria, Angola, Antigua and Barbuda, Bahamas, Belize, Benin, Burundi, Cambodia, Cape Verde, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Czech Republic, Comoros, Djibouti, El Salvador, Gabon, Gambia, Guyana, Holy See, Iceland, Israel, Lesotho, Libya, Luxembourg, Madagascar, Maldives, Malta, Marshall Islands, Montenegro, Micronesia, Mongolia, Namibia, Nauru, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Republic of Congo, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Seychelles, Slovenia, Somalia, Suriname, Swaziland, Tanzania, Timor Leste, Togo, Trinidad and Tobago, Vanuatu, Venezuela, Vietnam, Yemen

Applications from qualified female candidates are especially encouraged.

Context:

Under the direct supervision of the Regional Director/ Regional Office for the Southern Africa in Pretoria, and technical oversight of the Head/ Immigration and Border Management (IBM) Division at Headquarters (HQs), the successful candidate will be accountable and responsible for the monitoring and analysis of regional thematic trends; developments of and support to thematic projects in the region; as well as reviews and endorsement of projects related to his/her thematic area of expertise in the East and Southern Africa region.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1. Act as a thematic resource person providing capacity building, training, and general support to Country Offices (COs) in the region. Contribute to building the capacities of IOM staff in the thematic area through a combination of formal training and on the-job mentoring.
2. Review, endorse and track project proposals on IBM developed by COs in the region, and provide regular updates to the concerned HQs Division on projects endorsed. Ensure that all endorsed projects are:

a. Consistent with the IOM Constitution, IOM Strategy and the Organization’s policies, thematic guidelines and manuals and any relevant national and/or regional strategies;

b. Coherent, relevant, and feasible, and take into account good practices in the respective migration/thematic area(s);

c. Developed according to IOM’s project development procedures as established in the IOM Handbook on Projects.

1. Identify emerging issues relevant to the IBM thematic area and contribute to the development of thematic policy and reports. Monitor developments in the thematic area, in close collaboration with the Regional Policy and Liaison Officer (RPLO), where available, COs and relevant HQs Departments.
2. Develop regional and multi-country programmes and projects in the IBM thematic area and identify anticipated synergies between thematic areas (Labour Migration, Counter Trafficking/ Irregular Migration) in close coordination with HQs, other Regional Offices, COs.
3. Participate in and actively contribute to IOM’s network of Regional Thematic Services (RTSs) globally, analyze and share best practices with relevant HQs Divisions and COs.
4. Develop regional IBM thematic guidance notes, information sheets and policy documents in coordination with the RPLO, COs and relevant HQs Division(s).
5. Provide IBM thematic guidance to Project Managers through sharing information with the COs at the regional level and providing general technical support upon request from the Field in coordination with the RPLO.
6. Ensure the delivery of quality thematic training/workshops to governments as required by COs in the region.
7. Represent IOM in the region by actively participating in conferences, workshops and meetings related to the thematic area of expertise, as required by the Regional Director.
8. Cooperate, participate and develop relations with international and regional organizations relevant for IBM issues.
9. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Competencies

Behavioural

• Takes responsibility and manages constructive criticism;
• Works effectively with all clients and stakeholders;
• Promotes continuous learning; communicates clearly;
• Takes initiative and drives high levels of performance management;
• Plans work, anticipates risks, and sets goals within area of responsibility;
• Displays mastery of subject matter;
• Contributes to a collegial team environment;
• Creates a respectful office environment free of harassment and retaliation, and promotes the prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse (PSEA);
• Incorporates gender-related needs, perspectives, and concerns, and promotes equal gender participation;
• Displays awareness of relevant technological solutions;
• Works with internal and external stakeholders to meet resource needs of IOM.

Technical

• Effectively interfaces with government officials of appropriate level on matters related to substantive migration (Immigration and Border Management) issues and the work of IOM;
• Effectively applies knowledge of migration (Immigration and Border Management) issues within organizational context;
• Correctly frames migration issues within their regional, global, and political context.

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

• Master’s degree in Political or Social Sciences, Migration Studies, International Relations, Law or a related field from an accredited academic institution with eight years of relevant professional experience; or
• University degree in the above fields with ten years of relevant professional experience.

Experience

• Experience in the field of migration issues, including operational and field experience, IOM project development, and management;
• Demonstrated expertise in the thematic area relevant to project development;
• Experience of running large IBM projects and programmes, delivering IBM-related training/workshops to Government officials desirable;
• Experience in liaising with governmental authorities, other national/international institutions and NGOs;
• Knowledge of monitoring and evaluation;
• Experience of regional issues in the thematic area a distinct advantage.

Languages

Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of Portuguese and French are an advantage.

How to apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via PRISM, IOM e-Recruitment system, by September 30, 2014 at the latest, referring to this advertisement.

For further information, please refer to:

http://www.iom.int/cms/en/sites/iom/home/about-iom-1/recruitment/how-to-...

In order for an application to be considered valid, IOM only accepts online profiles duly filled in and submitted with a cover letter not more than one page specifying the motivation for applications.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. You can track the progress of your application in your personal application page in the IOM e-recruitment system.

Organization: UN Population Fund
Country: South Africa
Closing date: 16 Sep 2014

VACANCY NO.: Job ID 2600

CLOSING DATE: 8 August 2014, 5:00 p.m. New York time

POST TITLE: Deputy Regional Director

CATEGORY: ICS-13 (D-1)

POST TYPE: Rotational

POST NUMBER: New

DUTY STATION: Johannesburg, South Africa

DURATION: One year (renewable)^[i]

ORGANIZATIONAL UNIT: East and Southern Africa Regional Office

ORGANIZATIONAL SETTING:

The Deputy Regional Director post is located in one of the UNFPA Regional Offices and reports directly to the Regional Director. The post supports the Director in terms of the day-to-day leadership, programming and representation of the Office. The Region includes Regional, Sub-Regional Support, Area and Country Office structures. The Deputy provides leadership and guidance to the regional team of technical and programme staff and provides leadership to the RO in the absence of the Regional Director.

The Deputy Director represents the Region in internal UNFPA meetings as required with responsibility for building partnerships and coalitions for action under the broad policy guidance of the Director and interacts frequently with the Deputy Executive Directors, Division and Regional Office Deputy Directors, and Country Representatives.

S/He also represents the Region and/or UNFPA at high-level meetings with external partners, donors and stakeholders including senior government officials in programme countries; senior management of donor agencies, and missions in programme countries; global and regional international development Banks; international and regional organizations including Centers of Excellence, IGOs, NGOs, and academic and research institutions. Direct contacts are established and maintained with UN Missions of programme countries and donor countries for both advocacy and resource mobilization.

The Deputy Regional Director has primary responsibility for the following key objectives, which impact on all technical and programme operations across the Region of assignment:

• Leadership – Support to the Regional Director in the management of the Regional office and leadership of the RO in the absence of the Regional Director
• Leadership of and guidance to the technical and programme team
• Oversight of the management of the regional programme
• Representation and Liaison

The Deputy Regional Director is a member of the Regional Director and Deputy Directors Team as well as of the Regional Management Team. S/He also serves as a member of standing committees (e.g. MC/PC).

MAJOR DUTIES AND REPONSIBILITIES

****A. Leadership –Supports the Regional Director in the management of the Regional office, in close collaboration with the Operations Manager; provides leadership to the RO in the absence of the Regional Director:****

§ Contribute a regional perspective to the formulation of UNFPA policies, strategic plans and strategies in close collaboration with the Regional Management Team (RMT) and in consultation with the Regional Desk Adviser;

§ Within the Regional Management Team promote the development of region-specific strategies; ensures synergies between regional programme and country level activities for the Regional Director’s approval;

§ Ensure the preparation of various reports (e.g., annual report, reports to the Executive Board, responses to the Board of Auditors, etc.) by responsible managers / advisers;

§ Coordinate review and analysis of Country Office Annual Reports (COARs) and identify critical issues for follow up; and

§ Provide leadership to Regional programmes and operations in the absence of the Director.

****B. Operational – Oversees the management of the regional programme, ensures the coherence of all programme activities in the Region with corporate priorities and ensures the integration of results based management in all programme activities:****

§ Provide direction and support to regional programme staff in guiding and overseeing the country (e.g., CCA/UNDAF and Joint Programming) and regional programming processes in all phases to ensure coherence with organizational/national/regional priorities and development frameworks as well as consistency with principles of results based management;

§ Enhance the integration of technical and programme support to promote seamless, effective aid assistance within the region;

§ Provide direction and support to regional programme staff in guiding and supporting Country Offices on programme management ensuring proper application of UNFPA policies and procedures;

§ Oversee management of programme resources and advise the Regional Director on allocation of resources; monitor and periodically brief the Regional Director on status of programme implementation; undertake field monitoring visits;

§ Support management of UNFPA response to humanitarian crises in the region in consultation with HRB; and

§ Support and coordinate Country Office resource mobilization efforts through contacts with UN Missions/RMB; facilitates special resource mobilization events.

C. Management of resources –Provides leadership and guidance to the technical and programme team, and, with support from the Regional Team Coordinator, ensures integrated, adequate, quality and timely support to the country offices:

§ Support the Regional Director in all aspects of programme budget, finance and staff management.

§ Collaborate with the Operations Manager to consolidate/coordinate the preparation of Regional Annual Office Management Plan (OMP);

§ Coordinate and manage Regional output;

§ Promote a team-based, harmonious working environment that recognizes initiative, openness and performance;

§ Supervise the Regional Team Coordinator and the technical and programme staff, providing necessary coaching and quality assurance;

§ Promote effective information/knowledge sharing across the region; and promote opportunities for collaboration as well as staff development at all levels;

§ Liaise with Country Offices to ensure that Management Audit recommendations are addressed;

§ Support the Regional Director in assessment of RC performance; collaborate with DHR/Division Director in obtaining information on the suitability of RC candidates; coordinate briefing/orientation of newly selected RCs;

§ Provide input to the performance appraisals of UNFPA Representatives and Deputy Representatives;

§ Liaise closely with DHR, the Regional Director and the Operations Manager to ensure that staff management issues are adequately addressed, and are in line with the vision of the HR Strategy and UNFPA policies and procedures; and

§ Ensure an ethics-based approach to management of all human and financial resources.

E. Representation – In close coordination with the Director, ensures the Region is represented as one voice:

· Liaise with HQ, primarily with the Regional Desk Adviser and the Directors of the Technical, Programme and IERD Divisions;

· Serve as a member of the Regional Director and Deputy Director teams;

§ Represent the Region/participate in various inter-agency and inter-divisional forums; is member of UNFPA standing committees;

§ In coordination with the Regional Director, advocate for new programme initiatives and conduct resource mobilization efforts; and

§ Maintain contacts with UN Missions of programme and donor countries.

****ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:****

• Advanced University Degree (MA or MS) in one of the Social Sciences, including Public Health, Sociology, Demography, Gender, International Relations, Economics, International Development, Public Administration, Management or a related field.

· 15 years of increasingly responsible professional experience in public administration and international development of which 10 years in the field of population and development at the international level;

· Strong track record of leadership in development programmes;

· Proven ability to lead, develop and motivate a diverse team of technical and programme specialists to achieve demonstrable results;

· Extensive network within the development community;

• Excellent communication skills in speaking and writing in English and French; knowledge of another UN language is an asset;
• Field experience essential.

Required Competencies:

Competencies

Values –

• Exemplifying integrity
• Demonstrating commitment to UNFPA and the UN System
• Embracing cultural diversity
• Embracing change

Core Competencies

• Achieving results
• Being accountable
• Developing and applying professional expertise/business acumen
• Thinking analytically and strategically
• Working in teams/managing ourselves and our relationships
• Communicating for impact

Managerial Competencies

• Providing strategic focus
• Engaging internal/external partners and stakeholders
• Leading, developing and empowering people/creating a culture of performance
• Making decisions and exercising judgment

Functional Competencies

• Advocacy/Advancing a policy-oriented agenda
• Leveraging the resources of national governments and partners/building strategic alliances and partnerships
• Delivering results-based programmes
• Internal and external communication and advocacy for results mobilization
• Strategically positioning UNFPA Programmes
• Providing conceptual innovation to support programme effectiveness
• Generating, managing and promoting the use of knowledge and information
• Providing a technical support system
• Strengthening the programming capacity of Country Offices
• Facilitating quality programmatic results
• Internal and external communication and advocacy for results mobilization
• Aligning human resources management with the organkization’s strategic direction
• Attracting and developing the global workforce
• Addressing the rights and needs of staff members

UNFPA provides a work environment that reflects the values of gender equality, teamwork, respect for diversity, integrity and a healthy balance of work and life. We are committed to maintaining our balanced gender distribution and therefore encourage women to apply.

We offer an attractive remuneration package commensurate with the level of the position. The package includes a competitive salary plus housing allowance, home leave, health insurance and other benefits.

[i] No expectancy of renewal in accordance with UN Staff Regulation 4.5

How to apply:

UNFPA has established an electronic application management system. This allows applicants to create a candidate profile, which can be updated regularly and submitted for more than one vacancy.

Download the Step by Step Guide to Applying in the E-Recruit System of UNFPA at

http://www.unfpa.org/employment

Please print out the Guide for your reference during the registration and application process.

Notice: There is no application, processing or other fee at any stage of the application process. UNFPA does not solicit or screen for information in respect of HIV or AIDS and does not discriminate on the basis of HIV/AIDS status.

Notice to applicants: In accordance with the rules of the United Nations, persons applying to posts in the international Professional category, who hold permanent resident status in a country other than their country of nationality, are required to renounce such status upon their appointment. Exceptions to this rule are very limited and can be made only for: (a) stateless persons; (b) newly appointed staff members who have applied for citizenship by naturalization, when such citizenship will be granted imminently; (c) acting staff members in the General Service and related categories with permanent residency status, on promotion to the Professional category; (d) staff members appointed under a temporary appointment. Please understand that UNFPA is not in a position to provide advice on or assistance in applying for any citizenship.