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Global Adviser – Programme Innovation and Development(Secure Livelihoods)Location: Africa (Region TBC)Salary: from £36,426 per annum Closing date: 23 November 2012 Interview dates: w/c 10 December 2012

UsVSO is the world’s leading independent international development organisation that works through volunteers to fight poverty in developing countries by delivering innovative development programmes in 36 countries around the world. VSO's high-impact approach involves bringing people together to share skills, build capabilities, promote international understanding and action, and change lives to make the world a fairer place for all. Through our volunteers, we harness the talents, enthusiasm and skills of ordinary people to bring about lasting change.It is an exciting time to join VSO. We have recently launched a new global strategy, People First, to enable us to reach more poor communities and fundraising has a crucial role in helping us to deliver it. We’re committed to developing strong corporate partnerships to help us continue our work, extend our reach and impact, whilst also providing business benefits to the companies we work with.

The roleTo establish communities of practice that promote knowledge sharing, learning and innovation and support country offices in the promotion of gender equality, good governance and inclusion. To enable consistency and coherence in VSOs programmatic work that promotes inclusion and participation of marginalised communities in particular, women and people with disabilities, in their own development and decision making. This includes its alignment to relevant aspects of VSOs Theory of Change, and its interpretation within a holistic approach to development. To ensure internal quality standards are aligned with external quality measures and best practice allowing VSO to deliver on its commitments to key stakeholders. To use knowledge and expertise of VSO programming to support fundraising activities including raising funds for the work of Policy Group.YouThe successful candidate must have: Experience of direct work in the Secure Livelihoods arena in Low HDI countries; supporting planning and implementation of programmes at all levels. Experience of working in a developing country. Understanding of current issues and trends in secure livelihoods area, demonstrates skills and knowledge at equivalent level to a post-graduate qualification. Analytical thinking and ability to plan strategically from an organisational perspective. Able to adapt communication style to different contexts and audiences, including internal and external stakeholders, presents complex information in a user-friendly way, both verbally and in writing. Experience of project management i.e. planning, review, and evaluation of grass roots- development work. Experience of supporting programmes & measuring impact. Able to handle complex workload including doing own administration. Commitment to VSO’s vision, purpose and values, particularly Secure livelihoods. Demonstrates understanding of the principles of project funding and past experience of generating funds. Able to motivate, manage and develop colleagues; self motivated.Team working skills: able to build strong working relationships across a large complex global area, and work collaboratively as a member of several teams

Ready to apply?To apply, please ensure you currently have the right to work in the country where the vacancy is posted. Please send your CV and covering letter or complete the application form, the equal opportunities form to recruitment.international@vsoint.org. When applying please insert in the subject line “Global Advisor Secure livelihoods Application”. Please include telephone and email contact and details of two referees (one of whom should be your current or most recent employer). Please outline your current salary, benefits package and your salary expectations.

VSO is an equal opportunity employer, values inclusion and seeks to have a diverse workforce. We welcome applicants from all sections of the community.

Due to anticipated interest in this post, only short-listed candidates will receive a response.