NGO JOBS

Program Manager - Emergency Response

Status: Full-Time Department: Programs Reports To : Senior, Program Manager
Compensation Band: 3A Reporting to the Senior, Program Manager, the Program Manager will contribute by expanding the portfolio through developing new projects, exploring new funding opportunities and management of an assigned grant portfolio ensuring the effective implementation of quality programming and donor compliance.

The position is based in Toronto, Canada with frequent travel to Plan field offices.

Development: • Develop concepts and proposals for humanitarian assistance, reconstruction and transitions programs. This entails conducting needs assessments, project design, and proposal writing. • Collaborate with potential donors (including, World Food Program, DFATD, UNICEF, UNHCR etc.) and partners to identify and develop new projects and programs. • Contribute in strengthening the humanitarian assistance portfolio. • Ensures positive relationship with field offices, donors and partners. • Keep well informed and actively participate in discussions on humanitarian assistance issues in international development, share successes and program learning in appropriate forums. • Participate in the development of funding proposals during emergencies. • Deployment to the field as required. Supporting various emergency response programmes.

Management: • Monitor assigned projects to support Plan field offices in understanding and adhering to donor agreements and quality implementation. • Maintain regular communications with Plan field offices and donors; visit project sites as required. • Work closely with Plan field office staff to compile and write progress reports to donors in accordance with donor requirements; help formulate, review and revise annual project work plans and periodic evaluations. • Work with Compliance Managers to review and oversee relevant budgets and financial reports for donors. • Contribute to the team’s shared systems and tools to ensure best practices in program management and proposal development. •

Skills/ Experience/ Qualifications
• French written and spoken an asset • Experience in designing and developing lifesaving/recovery programs. • Excellent communication skills, both oral and written • Ability to establish priorities in a time-sensitive environment, and meet proposal deadlines with strong attention to detail • Proven skills in building productive working relationships with team colleagues, Plan field offices, donors and partners • Experience in conflict and post-conflict areas would be good, but not essential • Ability to review, synthesize information and produce quality reports and proposals as per donor requirements • Familiarity with basic understanding of financial management • Familiarity with education in emergencies programming would be an asset • Familiarity with rights based programming • Strong interpersonal skills to work effectively in a collegial manner in a team based context. • Demonstrated ability to review and synthesize information and produce appropriate proposal and reports • Ability to work in complex multi-stakeholder environments • Experience working with IHA/DFATD is an asset

To apply for this role please forward your CV and covering letter, outlining your skills and experience to gethired@plancanada.ca by April 29, 2014. Salary is commensurate with experience. Please reference Program Manager Emergency Response in the subject line and indicate what website you first saw this posting on in the subject line as well.

Plan sincerely thanks all applicants for their expressed interest in this opportunity; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please. Applications from Canadians and Permanent Residents will be given priority.

Consistent with our Child Protection Policy the successful candidate must receive clearance by a police background check, including the vulnerable sector screen.

Applications from Canadians and Permanent Residents will only be considered.

Plan Canada is an inclusive workplace, and is committed to championing accessibility, diversity and equal opportunity. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process providing the applicant has met the Bona-fide requirements for the open position. Applicants need to make their requirements known when contacted.

Technical Advisor – Youth Economic Empowerment (YEE)

Status: Full-Time Temporary 12 Month Position Department: Programs Reports To: Senior Advisor Compensation Band: 3A

Reporting to the Senior Advisor, International Programs the Technical Advisor for YEE will: support Country Offices in identification of new funding opportunities and the design and development of new programs; provide technical support, quality assurance, training and capacity building for existing programs in Latin America, Africa and Asia; and further Plan’s policy development, networking and research related to YEE, particularly related to Microfinance and financial inclusion for youth.

Program design and development

As a member of the Technical Team, this role will provide input and advice to projects that have a component on youth savings and loans, micro-finance as related to youth economic empowerment. This will include:

• Develop and design innovative Microfinance and YEE programs in line with Plan’s programmatic approach and principles
• Develop and/or provide input on project proposals • Develop detailed project implementation plans (PIP) and subsequent work plans • Work in partnership with the marketing, corporate and the development teams in developing proposals for submission to Corporations and individual donors

Technical Support and Quality Assurance

Provide quality control, value addition and technical advice to Field Office staff, partners and other stakeholders for Plan Canada support projects related to YEE and Micro-finance as they become approved. This will include:

• Identify and evaluate the national, regional and internationally approved technical standards and benchmarks for Microfinance programs and incorporate into Plan Canada’s programming • Provide technical support, advice and guidance to Plan staff in Canada and Plan’s overseas Country Offices on the implementation of programs • Participate in project related meetings as needed including project working groups and project steering committee • Provide training in the field on tools related to Microfinance, often with a special emphasis on youth • Monitor and Evaluate projects/ programs and write reports based on findings • Design quality monitoring standards as well as tools for program monitoring and improvement

Thought Leadership • Lead and/or participate in various program events at regional and international level highlighting Plan’s program experiences • Participate and share program model, learning and experience with coalitions, donors and forums • Contribute to and/or create, policy papers related to portfolio of Microfinance and YEE programs within Plan Canada and Plan International • Present Plan International Canada Inc. experience in international conferences/forums etc. • Ensure Plan Canada is well connected to, and learning from, international and national networks related to YEE and Microfinance both within the Plan Network and with other organizations in this sector

People Leadership and Managerial Responsibilities: The Advisor position often will not have people leadership but rather be an individual contributor as part of a wider team with specific accountabilities within a team. If individual is a people leader both team size, budget and projects/program scope will be at departmental level impact. Where individual is accountable for a team, this person is directly responsible for the management of that team and is reflected on his/her performance framework at a minimum 10% of time. Budget and number of staff can be directly correlated to scope of portfolio. Role includes full accountability for recruitment, hiring, setting performance expectations, and managing performance, promotion, demotion and discipline up to and including termination in line with organizational policy and adherence to legislative requirements including ESA and Human Rights Code. Leadership includes the management of: temporary, contract, intern, volunteer or permanent staff.

Requirements:

• Minimum 8 years program experience in international development; some of which should have been gained overseas • 5-6 year’s experience in Microfinance, preferably with a focus on Youth Empowerment • University degree, post graduate in development or other relevant discipline • Strong analytical skills related to Microfinance as well as group and organizational development skills • Strong technical capacity and practical experience of managing and designing international development programs and micro-finance programs • Solid experience in proposal writing, innovation and rights based programming • Good familiarity, networking and working relationships with different donors and other partner organizations • Demonstrated ability to review, synthesize information and produce appropriate reports • Excellent computer skills using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Power Point) and internet use • Bilingual capacity in English/French is considered an asset • A good knowledge of global development issues • Able to work in a team environment, “pitch in” attitude a must • A Valid Passport (expected travel to be 12 weeks per year) • Strong technical capacity in programming in the field of YEE with a focus on Microfinance and financial inclusion of youth • Good familiarity, networking and working relationships with different donors and other partner organizations • Self-driven, organized and results-oriented • Good information gathering, assessment and presentation skills • Good listening skills and demonstrated capacity to work effectively with others • Proven skills in proposal writing, innovation and rights based programming • Proven skills in results based management approaches

To apply for this role please forward your CV and covering letter, outlining your skills and experience to gethired@plancanada.ca . Salary is commensurate with experience. Please reference Technical Advisor (YEE) in the subject line.

Plan sincerely thanks all applicants for their expressed interest in this opportunity; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please. Applications from Canadians and Permanent Residents will be given priority.

Consistent with our Child Protection Policy the successful candidate must receive clearance by a police background check, including the vulnerable sector screen.

Plan Canada is an inclusive workplace, and is committed to championing accessibility, diversity and equal opportunity. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process providing the applicant has met the Bona-fide requirements for the open position. Applicants need to make their requirements known when contacted.

Closing Date: October 14, 2013Organization: Right To Play InternationalDepartment/Division: International ProgramsWork location: Toronto, Canada Authorized to Work in: Canada (i.e., Canadian citizen or permanent resident)BACKGROUND:Right To Play is a global organization that uses the transformative power of play to educate and empower children facing adversity. Through playing sports and games, Right To Play helps one million children weekly in more than 20 countries to build essential life skills and better futures, while driving lasting social change. Founded in 2000 by four-time Olympic gold medalist and social entrepreneur Johann Olav Koss, Right To Play is headquartered in Toronto, Canada and has national offices in Canada, the Netherlands, Norway, Switzerland, the United Kingdom, the United States and regional offices in Africa, Asia, the Middle East and Latin America. Our programs are facilitated by more than 600 international staff and 13,500 volunteer Coaches.

JOB SUMMARY:The Grants Assistant Internship (GAI) will extend approximately 6 months with a commitment to Right To Play of working 3 days per week. The (GAI) is responsible for supporting the Right To Play Program Operations team in the financial implementation of a portfolio of program grants and contracts in compliance with both donor and Right To Play policies and procedures. This position will assist the Program Operations team in providing program and proposal budget development and financial reporting.

The GAI will learn about and work on critical tasks related to the management of institutional grant funding in the International Development sector and the general terms, conditions and contractual obligations this entails. The GAI reports to the Director, Program Operations and the position is located at the International Headquarters in Toronto, Canada.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:Job Responsibility #1: GRANT AND CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION (50% of Time):• Assist in the review of draft contracts and identify deliverables• Assist in preparing and up-dating grant summaries and maintain information on sub-contracts with partners• Assist in the monitoring and review of implementation rates (budgets vs. actuals)• Assist in the processing of grant-related purchase requests, invoices and payments• Provide administrative support in processing documentation for approval, preparing printouts for presentations and coordinating meetings as requested by colleagues• Maintain grant and contract information, correspondence and files, both electronic and hard copy.
• Assist in updating restricted funding report tracker on a quarterly basis• Assist in preparing and updating local funding tracker

Job Responsibility #2: FINANCIAL MONITORING AND REPORTING (25% of Time):• Assist in the preparation and review of internal and external reports to donors and others as required.• Assist in the analysis of budgets, actuals, donor and financial management reports.• Provide assistance as needed in the annual revenue recognition and audit process.

Job Responsibility #3: PROGRAM BUDGET DEVELOPMENT (25% of Time):• Assist in the development of new project budgets, notes and narratives for funding proposals. • Assist in ensuring that proposal budgets aligns with donor requirements • Assist with the annual Right To Play budget development and upload process. Coordinate timely submission of budgets from assigned regions/countries. • Assist in ensuring Right To Play activity based budgets are aligned with approved grant budgets. • Submit revised budgets to the finance team. • Maintain accurate and accessible records of uploaded budget for assigned regions/countries.

EDUCATION/TRAINING/CERTIFICATION:Required (must have): College Diploma or Undergraduate or Masters Degree in Accounting, Business, Management, Finance or related field with strong experience.

EXPERIENCERequired (must have): • 1 to 2 years of work experience

Desired (asset): • Fundraising or business development• Grant management or co-funding experience in the international development context• Direct experience with government international development agencies such as USAID, CIDA, Norad or other European agencies• Experience in budgeting and financial management, contract analysis and building tracking systems

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS REQUIRED:Required (must have):• Strong analytical skills • Understanding of financial relationships and trends• Team player; good interpersonal skills and cross-cultural communication • Results oriented, organized, multi-tasker• Strong Microsoft Office skills, especially Excel • Financial analysis; Budgeting; Financial reporting• Excellent oral and written communication in English. Ability to work in a second language is an asset.

Desired (asset):• Understanding of the international development sector• Understanding of Government funding programs• Understanding of Accounting software, preferably ACCPAC

Compensation: Unpaid (stipend of $500/month)Employment Start Date: November 1, 2013Contract Duration: November 2013- April 2014 (3 days per week)

If you are interested in applying for this position, please send your resume and cover letter to:hr5@righttoplay.com and kindly include “Grants Assistant Intern” and your name in the subject line.

While we thank all applicants for their interest, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.Right To Play is a child-centered organization. Our recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to the safety and protection of children in our programs.To learn more about who we are and what we do, please visit our website at www.righttoplay.com

Sous la responsabilité de la directrice ou du directeur principal – Programmes internationaux, la ou le titulaire du poste est responsable de la programmation et des projets qui lui sont confiées pour la mise en œuvre et la gestion globale des opérations outre-mer.

En conformité avec les codes, politiques, procédures et normes d’Oxfam-Québec, la ou le titulaire est responsable de :1. Participer à la planification stratégique annuelle et pluriannuelle de la programmation et des projets qui lui sont assignés;2. Collaborer à la mise en œuvre de la planification annuelle des programmes et des projets qui lui sont assignées;3. Assurer le bon fonctionnement des opérations sur le terrain des différents projets en cours;4. Produire les rapports de suivi et d’avancement pour les différents projets en cours;5. Collaborer activement au développement des affaires et aux projets et aux programmes qui y sont liés;6. Assurer le suivi et la gestion des budgets pour les projets et les programmes sous sa responsabilité selon les budgets adoptés et les procédures en vigueur;7. Gérer les ressources humaines de son équipe au siège et sur le terrain ;8. Représenter l’organisation et assurer le maintien de relations harmonieuses dans le cadre de ses attributions auprès d’interlocuteurs externes notamment les bailleurs de fonds et les autres partenaires d’Oxfam-Québec;9. Assurer les relations avec les membres de la confédération Oxfam International selon ses responsabilités, incluant la participation à certaines rencontres et comités;10. Assurer le suivi et les relations auprès des bailleurs de fonds et des autorités locales dans le cadre des projets qui lui sont assignés et dans le respect des politiques d’Oxfam Québec;11. Contribuer à la systématisation des expertises et à la traçabilité des savoirs dans son champ d’action, dans la prolongation d’une culture d’organisation apprenante, et à la mise en place d’un processus MEL ;12. Participer aux groupes de travail selon les priorités de l’organisation;13. Sur demande, effectuer toutes autres tâches connexes, reliées à ses compétences et au bon fonctionnement de l’organisation.

Toute personne qui désire présenter sa candidature doit le faire, par courriel, au plus tard le 15 octobre 2013 à 17 h, auprès de Cédric Tremblay, directeur adjoint - Ressources humaines (recrut@oxfam.qc.ca).

Are you looking for more than a job? At World Vision Canada we offer challenging careers that change the lives of children all over the world and it will change yours too. Come and be part of a team of over 500 Canadians with a vision for the world: Life in all its fullness for every child.

You will experience Christian faith in action helping to make real and lasting change in the lives of the world’s most vulnerable children. Join the World Vision Canada team and be part of a powerful and effective force for good: For Children. For Change. For Life.

Job Description

This is a 12 month Temporary Opportunity

The Program Manager (products and services) is responsible for program management and resource acquisition of donated resources, ensuring that the appropriate donated resources are effectively integrated into World Vision projects/programs in a manner that adheres to the established principles and quality standards. The Program Manager will also be responsible for enhancing, expanding and diversifying the team’s resource acquisition and allocation portfolio through engagement with the private and public sectors, contributing to the team's annual income target of about 65 million.

Key responsibilities include:

• Manage a program portfolio that includes countries in Western and Eastern Africa regions
• Contribute to the annual income target of 65 million as a team
• Conduct capacity building with field offices and training
• Monitoring and evaluation
• Conduct field monitoring visits to ensure program effectiveness and to gather resources for impact reporting
• Diversify resources through the acquisition of new corporate/agency partners
• Primary point of contact for prospective GIK donors
• Scope, analyze and initiate contact with prospective donors
• Maintain and build relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Collaborate with key stakeholders within the WV partnership
• Manage services-in-kind placements
• Prepare external communication such as promotional material, thank you letters, solicitations, and impact reports for donors

Job Requirements:

• University Degree in International Development with focus on global issues, program management and resource acquisition
• 3-5 years of International Development experience overseas and resource acquisition
• Program Management – Assessment, Design, Implementation Monitoring and Evaluation
• Resource Acquisition and Corporate Engagement
• Stakeholder relationships management
• Strong communication skills (oral and written)
• Cross-cultural experience and sensitivity
• Speak, read and write English (French and Spanish--minimal)
• Strong computer skills and Excel, Outlook, Word
• Strong interpersonal skills and team player
• Able to travel internationally (undertake field monitoring trips and attending meetings/conference/training)

Interested applicants are asked to complete an online application via our careers website:http://www.worldvision.ca/careers

Application deadline is September 29, 2013.

Do you want to make a difference? Join the world's largest humanitarian network.

The Canadian Red Cross Society (CRCS) is a non-profit, humanitarian organization dedicated to helping Canadians, as well as the most vulnerable throughout the world.

CRCS is currently seeking experienced Pediatricians to be part of the Emergency Response Unit (ERU) roster of the Canadian Red Cross. ERU Delegates are trained and ready to be deployed for 4 to 6 weeks on short notice in the event of an overseas emergency.

Responsibilities

1. Provide medical care for patients in an ERU setting.

2. Support the establishment and management of general medical and paediatric care, as required, provided by inpatient and/or outpatient departments in collaboration with nursing and medical team members.

3. Carry out ward rounds and consultations.

4. Plan and support basic curative and preventive health activities together with the host National Society and / or local health authorities. This may include:

• diagnosis and treatment of common diseases according to WHO standard case definitions and management protocols, using the IEHK.

• immunisation of children under 5

• paediatric care

• nutritional surveillance and therapeutic feeding

1. To supervise local staff and ensure that all shifts are covered.

2. Organize and participate in mobile clinics in collaboration with other ERU team members, as required.

3. To support the capacity of the host National Society and develop skills where possible.\

Essential Requirements

Professional qualification and certification as nurse and/or medical doctor with at least three years pediatric experience.

Can both deliver and supervise care delivered in low-resource settings.

Comfortable with basic wound care and care of post-surgical patients.

Experience of managing & supporting staff.

Experience in living or working in a cultural context other than their own.

Competent in computer use (Windows, Microsoft Office, spreadsheets, word-processing, e-mail).

Valid international driving license (manual gears).

Capable of decision-making in conditions of uncertainty.

Be innovative and at ease in problem solving.

Capable of handling extreme stress, change and situations of insecurity.

Able to leave for four to six weeks on very short notice.

Fluent in English.

Desirable Requirements

Fluency in more than one language – including French, Spanish, Arabic and/or Russian

Please visit http://www.redcross.ca/who-we-are/jobs

Please visit http://www.redcross.ca/who-we-are/jobs

Si votre profil correspond aux qualifications requises, envoyez votre curriculum vitae, votre lettre de motivation et les coordonnées complètes à :
admin.mena@ibcr.org
Pour plus d’informations sur le Bureau international des droits des enfants, consultez le site web au : www.ibcr.org
Description sommaire du profil recherché :
Le Bureau international des droits des enfants est à la recherche de personnes dynamiques qui possèdent un diplôme d’études supérieures (maîtrise), préférablement en relations internationales, droit, sociologie, travail social, criminologie ou tout autre domaine connexe.

Qualifications et compétences
Le ou la candidat(e) doit démontrer au minimum 5 années d’expérience sur les volets suivants :
• Une bonne connaissance des enjeux relatifs aux droits de la personne et de l’enfant;
• D’excellentes aptitudes de recherche et d’analyse, une bonne connaissance des techniques de surveillance en matière de droits de la personne et de l’enfant, notamment en ce qui concerne la collecte et la gestion de données, l’analyse et la production de rapports;
• Une expertise avérée en développement de trousses de formation, en andragogie et en formation de formateurs;
• Disponibilité pour prendre part à de très nombreuses missions sur le terrain, pour des séjours de plusieurs semaines par mois;
• Une bonne connaissance du système onusien et des autres organisations et agences internationales, leurs instruments et mécanismes relatifs à la protection des droits de l’enfant et leur fonctionnement administratif;
• De très bonnes aptitudes de communication, à l’oral comme à l’écrit, en français et en anglais et une autre langue comme l’arabe et l’espagnol
• Une éthique de travail et de la gestion des fonds;
• Une habileté à travailler avec un minimum de supervision, à planifier son travail et à respecter les échéanciers;
• La motivation, le sens du leadership et autres qualités requises pour coordonner et diriger le travail d’experts, d’assistants, de stagiaires et de bénévoles ;
• Un bon jugement professionnel, le sens des responsabilités et l’habileté à faire preuve de discrétion à l’égard d’informations délicates ou confidentielles ;
• D’excellentes habiletés interpersonnelles, un sens de l’humour et la capacité à travailler dans un environnement multiculturel et multilinguistique;
• La capacité d’établir et de maintenir de manière efficace un réseau de professionnels et de contacts avec les représentants gouvernementaux, les organisations internationales et les ONG.Responsabilités et tâches principales
Le ou la candidat(e) sélectionné(e) sera appelé(e) à remplir les fonctions suivantes :
• Voir au développement, à la mise en œuvre du projet sous sa responsabilité, notamment la recherche, la rédaction de rapports, la production d’états des lieux et de cartographies détaillées, le développement d’outils pédagogiques, l’animation d’ateliers, le suivi de comités et groupes de travail, la préparation et l’animation de formations de formateurs, le plaidoyer en vue de modifier des cursus de formation et la logistique de missions et d’ateliers sur le terrain;
• Soutenir et diriger le réseautage avec les institutions, agences ou organisations gouvernementales, intergouvernementales et non gouvernementales dans le pays sous sa responsabilité;
• Coordonner et superviser le travail des experts, assistant(e)s, stagiaires et bénévoles, le cas échéant;
• Effectuer d’autres tâches appropriées, notamment administratives, logistiques et financières, selon les besoins.
• Établir et maintenir de manière efficace un réseau de professionnels et de contacts avec les représentants gouvernementaux, les organisations internationales et les ONG.

Le dossier de candidature doit comprendre :• Une lettre de motivation, décrivant de quelle manière les qualifications professionnelles et l’expérience du ou de la candidat(e) répondent aux critères de sélection; • Un curriculum vitae• Veuillez indiquer que vous avez un statut vous permettant de travailler au Canada • Veuillez envoyer votre dossier à Najla Khoury, par courriel au : admin.mena@ibcr.org, ou par télécopieur à : +1.514.932.9453.Le Bureau international des droits des enfants communiquera avec vous si votre candidature est retenue. Les candidats sont invités à soumettre leur candidature le plus rapidement possible, car elles seront analysées selon les opportunités au fur et à mesure.

Founded in France in 1979, Action Against Hunger/Action contre la Faim (ACF) is one of the world's most important international humanitarian organizations although we are unique in targeting malnutrition as the focal point of our programmes. Our focus on hunger and its underlying causes leads to profound and positive changes in the most vulnerable communities where we work. Malnutrition is treatable and affordable. We are respected innovators, our research is widely published and we have a reputation for results. The ACF network now works in over 47 countries with a staff of over 5000 staff and volunteers.

Today we are just beginning to be known by Canadians and there is a great deal we will be doing in the coming months to build awareness of ACF and most importantly of the need to put nutrition at the centre of the global development agenda. In order to achieve our goals, we have recently relocated our Canadian HQ from Montreal to Toronto. While retaining a small team in Montreal, we are building a strong, dynamic and highly talented team in Toronto. ACF Canada is responsible for global leadership of the SMART nutrition survey methodology, recruiting Canadians to work in the field, advocacy and fundraising to increase public, government and donor support for a world free from hunger.

Responsibilities:Reporting to the Executive Director, the Accountant/Bookkeeper is responsible for all aspects of accounting and finance including the day to day management of A/P, A/R, payroll, budget control, reporting and forecasting and preparation and management of the annual financial audit. In addition, working closely ACF Canada's Director of Operations, the Accountant/Bookkeeper is responsible for all aspects of budget management and reporting on donor grants.
Duties:• Annual budget development and tracking;• Quarterly reports to Board of Directors;• Tracking and analysis of expenses;• Day to day bookkeeping;• Management of payroll for both HQ staff and expatriates working abroad;• Monthly management of inter-agency charge backs and reconciliations;• Monthly financial reports to the Ed;• Oversight and revising as necessary of internal SOPs for maximum efficiency, privacy of donor data and monthly budget control and tracking;• Monthly reconciliation of the Donor Database with bank records;• Lead on day to day matters with ACF Canada's financial and insurance institutions;• Management of assets including leasing, purchase, IT, etc.;• Efficient management and negotiation on behalf of ACF Canada with various operations and service suppliers;
• Detailed management and control of finance and administration records;• Collaboration, cooperation and liaison with financial counterparts at other ACF HQs;• A/R & A/P;• Monthly donor grant financial control and reporting;• Other duties as required by the Executive Director, Board of Directors or senior management team.Standard health and dental benefits are available after completion of three months employment. ACF Canada's work week is the standard 37.5 hours. However, there are specific periods such as year-end or during a humanitarian emergency, when the hours are not predictable.

Requirements:• Related university degree; • Demonstrated knowledge of CRA Acts and Regulations regarding charitable organizations;• Minimum two years experience in a similar position;• Fluency in Simply Accounting and other financial management programmes;• Extensive knowledge of, and competency in, Excel and MS Office;• Knowledge of other current and related IT programmes and tools; • Strong communication skills;• Ability to read and understand French;• Experience in financial management of grants;• Demonstrated ability to initiate and follow up on recommendations for improvements that result in financial efficiency and improved performance;• Able to establish and manage priorities of tasks and time management;• Comfortable with busy office environment; • Able to successfully manage bank and supplier relationships;• Experience with an international NGO and field finances is an asset;• Interest and commitment to the humanitarian principles of Action Against Hunger;• Demonstrated strong detail orientation;• Able to work legally in Canada.

We are looking for an independent and dynamic professional to complement the ACF Canada team. If you are interested in this position, please send your CV BEFORE SEPTEMBER 15TH, 2013 to the Head of HR at rec@actioncontrelafaim.ca. In the subject line, please write ACF-CA Accountant/Bookkeeper. No telephone calls please.

To learn more about ACF, visit our website at www.actioncontrelafaim.ca

Business Development Manager

Status: Permanent Full-time Position

Reporting to the Director of Program and Business Development, the Business Development Manager will play an important role in exploring and diversifying new program and business opportunities from institutional donors, conducting donor analysis needed for business plan and contributing to Plan Canada grow as per its strategic plan.

Main Responsibilities: (i) Actively identify and seek to maximize the potential opportunities that are in line with Plan’s Business;

(ii) Conduct the initial assessment, review of donor requirements and analysis of the potential feasibilities of the initiatives based on Plan context, expertise and experiences at various levels;

(iii) Engage with Plan Canada colleagues and Staff from the field (Country Offices and Regional Offices) based on the approved business opportunities;

(iv) Play a key role into the design of the Expressions of Interests, Concept Notes and/or Proposals as necessary based on agreed actions;

(v) Maintain a reliable system of tracking and monitoring business development data and knowledge management of donors/partners and their requirements.

The position is preferably based in Ottawa with frequent trips to the field to different Plan Country Offices based on the needs

1. Business Opportunities: Identification and Detailed Analysis: (70%)

• Explore new program and business opportunities from institutional donors as per Plan Canada’s business plan and in agreement with the Director of Program and Business Development

• Help formulate, review and revise country/regional program business plans, as well as organizational strategies and priorities

• Develop, review and regularly update Plan Canada institutional donor opportunities mapping by theme, geographical coverage and priorities

• Contribute to/Lead the development, writing and packaging of applications to respond to RFPs/RFAs from bilateral and multilateral agencies, including but not limited to Regional/Global Development Banks.

• Initiate concept note development and some full proposal development based on capabilities and agreed actions

• Work closely with relevant Plan staff members in Canada and in the field and engages with the donor to further explore and negotiate on the opportunity

• Develop and maintain high quality working relationships with donors and counterparts from different part of Plan and its partner organizations

• Manage the internal processes and documentation related to new business development

1. Networking and donor relationship management: (20%)

• Represent where appropriate Plan Canada at relevant forums and networks,

• Ensure successful on-going donor relationship management which align with Plan Canada strategic plan

• Contribute to ensuring positive relationships with Plan field offices

• Attends different program meetings and provides inputs for overall organizational growth and sustainability

• Proactively develop successful donor relationships in accordance with Plan’s values, principles and practices and commitment towards child rights / child protection

1. Business development Monitoring and Knowledge Management: (10%)

• Stay abreast of international development, policies and best practices with particular attention to issues pertaining to global change, children and poverty.

• Organize forums to share successes and program learning with donors, partners and peers

• Managing the tracking system for monitoring of new business development opportunities in Plan Canada

• Develop a knowledge bank of donor requirements and systems by donor

Competencies

? Good information gathering, assessment, analysis and presentation skills with strong capacity in editing/proposal writing

? Good listening skills and demonstrated capacity to work effectively with others

? Exceptional skills in building productive working relationships with colleagues, field offices, donors and other partners and ability to work in multi-functional teams.

? Able to establish priorities in a time-sensitive environment, and meet deadlines with strong attention to detail.

? Specific skills in donor-related communication: from opportunity identification, to concept note and full proposal writing process

? Ability to maintain strategic vision and link with everyday work

? Proven and advanced presentation and negotiation skills

? Proven skills in proposal writing, innovation and rights based programming

? Proven skills in results based management approaches

? A working knowledge of donor requirements and formats

? Strong knowledge management and sharing capacity

? Demonstrate high degree of professionalism and integrity

? Strong interpersonal skills to work effectively in a collegial manner in a team based context

Requirements

? Bachelor or Master’s Degree in business administration, international relations or similar relevant to the position

? A minimum of 8 years of experience in international development

? Proven track record in grant acquisition and donor relationship management (from study, training and practical experience)

? Exceptional oral and written communications skills in English and French will be an asset

• Good familiarity, networking and working relationships with different donors and other partner organizations

? Demonstrated ability to review and synthesize information and produce appropriate documents

? Ability to travel internationally frequently, up to 50% of the time (a valid passport will be required)

? Excellent computer skills using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Power Point), MS Project and internet use

? Must be eligible to work in Canada

? Able to work in a team enviornment, pitch in attidute a must

? Knowledge of child rights-based approach to programming

? Fluent in oral and written English (French and Spanish assets)

About Plan Canada

Imagine working for a leading international non-governmental organization (NGO) that’s dedicated to creating a better world. That’s Plan Canada, a global movement for change, mobilizing millions of people around the world to support social justice for children in developing countries.

Founded in 1937, Plan is one of the world’s oldest and largest international development agencies, working in partnership with millions of people around the world to end global poverty. Not for profit, independent and inclusive of all faiths and cultures, Plan has only one agenda: to improve the lives of children. Because I am a Girl is Plan’s global initiative to end gender inequality, promote girls’ rights and lift millions of girls – and everyone around them – out of poverty.

Plan Canada is part of a global network of offices in over 69 countries.Our busy Toronto-based office undertakes fundraising, donor engagement and public outreach, as well as overseeing a wide variety of field programs led by our International Program Department, which includes experts in health, education, water and sanitation, economic security, gender equity, child protection and participation, and humanitarian assistance.

We at Plan Canada are all dedicated, passionate and a diverse team of over 170 employees who are committed to making a difference in the lives of children.

Join us and plan to change the world.

Visit our website: www.plancanada.ca

How to Apply To apply for this role please forward a resume and cover letter outlining your skills and experience, by September 9, 2013, to gethired@plancanada.ca. Please reference Business Development Manager in the subject line.

Plan sincerely thanks all applicants for their expressed interest in this opportunity; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No Phone calls please.

Consistent with our Child Protection Policy the successful candidate must receive clearance by a police background check, including the vulnerable sector screen.

Are you looking for more than a job? At World Vision Canada we offer challenging careers that change the lives of children all over the world and it will change yours too. Come and be part of a team of over 500 Canadians with a vision for the world: Life in all its fullness for every child.

You will experience Christian faith in action helping to make real and lasting change in the lives of the world’s most vulnerable children. Join the World Vision Canada team and be part of a powerful and effective force for good: For Children. For Change. For Life.

Job Description:
Located in Ottawa or Mississauga (Ottawa preferred) the Senior Policy Advisor, Peacebuilding and Humanitarian Affairs is a member of a dynamic team of advocacy and education professionals, and reports to the Director, Policy.
The overall objectives of the Senior Policy Advisor are to:
• Lead the development and implementation of World Vision Canada’s peacebuilding and humanitarian affairs advocacy strategy; engage various key publics – especially Parliamentarians and other policy makers– with evidence-based, child focused recommendations drawn from World Vision programming in priority “fragile” states, such as Afghanistan, Sudan, Haiti and the Democratic Republic of Congo;
• Collaborate with World Vision International colleagues in support of policy and programmatic initiatives that address the rights of children affected by conflict;
• Support World Vision Canada’s public relations team in sensitizing Canadians to the issues affecting children in fragile states and policy focused solutions
• Support capacity building of World Vision partner offices in the area of peacebuilding in fragile states.
• Advise and brief senior World Vision Canada leaders on priority peacebuilding and humanitarian issues.
Job Requirements:
• Knowledge of key issues affecting the security and well being of children in fragile state contexts
• Knowledge of core issues impacting the relief to development transition.
• Knowledge of roles of Non Governmental Organizations in promoting peacebuilding and humanitarian affairs through work with communities and through engagement with government
• Knowledge of how Canadian policy and diplomacy can reinforce peacebuilding and reconstruction internationallyText with
line break• Very strong people skills - ability to work with others with diverse backgrounds, ability to build consensus, ability lead collaboratively
• Ability to write clear and succinctly for public, political and policy audiences
• Ability listen effectively to and analyze political discourse
• Ability to communicate complex topics clearly and compellingly to a diverse range of public audiences
• Experience drafting briefing notes, research reports, research summaries, policy recommendations
• Bilingualism in French and English will be considered a very strong asset for this position. Ability to speak Spanish is also an asset
• Ability to travel domestically between Ottawa and Toronto required
• Ability to travel internationally potentially for over a week may be required once or twice a year
• Master's degree in Political Science, International Relations or related discipline with experience in peacebuilding, conflict studies, humanitarian and relief to development issues.

Interested applicants are asked to complete an online application via our careers website:http://www.worldvision.ca/careers Application deadline is September 15, 2013.

Senior Program Manager, Food Assistance

Status:1 year Full-time Contract

Reporting to the Director, Children in Emergencies, the Senior Program Manager, Food Assistance oversees a portfolio of grant funded projects and contributes to ongoing strengthening of internal systems to ensure effective implementation of quality programming and donor compliance.

The position is based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada with travel to Plan field offices.

Main Responsibilities:

• Leading a small team of program professionals, ensures workloads are well balanced, roles and responsibilities are clear and a positive team environment is fostered.

• Leading Plan Canada’s food assistance unit by suggesting new strategic directions, maintaining oversight of all grants in the portfolio (22 grants in 2013 worth over $60M), leading development of new grants and other portfolio support and management as requested by the Director of Emergencies.

• Developing and finalizing new grants (identifying new business opportunities, developing proposals and budgets together with Plan field staff and Plan Canada staff, reviewing contracts and ensuring that all administrative and entitlement criteria are met).

• Managing grants, and overseeing the management of grants by others on the team. Ensuring regular monitoring against workplans and budgets, and ensuring that team is following process for timely identification and mitigation of potential risks to quality implementation.

• Ensuring all grants in portfolio have the relevant project documents in place, including narrative and financial reports, updates, workplan reviews etc, and that these are developed in a participatory manner with field colleagues as well as subject matter technical experts and Grants

Compliance staff within the Plan Canada Program team.

• Ensuring positive relationships are maintained with Plan field offices and other partners.

• Maintaining standard of excellence in all donor reporting and donor relationships.

• Working with other Program Management colleagues to contribute to standardized quality and risk indicators for all grants.

• Providing financial oversight to assigned grants portfolio including analysis, review and oversight of relevant budgets.

• Organizing forums to share successes and program learnings with donors, partners and peers.

Skills/ Experience/ Qualifications

• Proven success as a People Leader – teambuilding, mentoring, etc.

• Demonstrated experience in strategic oversight role of a grants portfolio

• Proven track record in international development project management including participatory planning, report writing and financial management

• Experience in managing emergency programming, particularly with UN donors

• Exceptional communications skills both oral and written

• Solid understanding of compliance requirements of donor agencies such as WFP and FAO

• Solid understanding of monitoring and evaluation systems within a results based management context (CIDA RBM preferred)

• Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with key stakeholders including Plan field offices, donors, consultants and other partners

• Excellent information gathering, assessment and presentation skills

Requirements

• Post graduate degree in development or other relevant discipline

• Minimum 10 years’ experience managing international development programs or emergency programs in Africa, Latin America or Asia; some of which should have been gained overseas

• Previous experience managing UN-funded projects

• Previous experience managing a team/staff

• Solid understanding of monitoring and evaluation systems

• Strong financial management skills

• Fluent in oral and written English (French and/or Spanish an asset)

• Ability to build/maintain networks and working relationships with donors and partner organizations

• Solid understanding of development issues in Africa, Latin America and/or Asia

• Excellent computer skills using Microsoft Office and internet

• Ability to travel internationally frequently

• Must be eligible to work in Canada

About Plan Canada

Imagine working for a leading international non-governmental organization (NGO) that’s dedicated to creating a better world. That’s Plan Canada, a global movement for change, mobilizing millions of people around the world to support social justice for children in developing countries.

Founded in 1937, Plan is one of the world’s oldest and largest international development agencies, working in partnership with millions of people around the world to end global poverty. Not for profit, independent and inclusive of all faiths and cultures, Plan has only one agenda: to improve the lives of children. Because I am a Girl is Plan’s global initiative to end gender inequality, promote girls’ rights and lift millions of girls – and everyone around them – out of poverty.

Plan Canada is part of a global network of offices in over 69 countries. Our busy Toronto-based office undertakes fundraising, donor engagement and public outreach, as well as overseeing a wide variety of field programs led by our International Program Department, which includes experts in health, education, water and sanitation, economic security, gender equity, child protection and participation, and humanitarian assistance.

We at Plan Canada are all dedicated, passionate and a diverse team of over 170 employees who are committed to making a difference in the lives of children.

Join us and plan to change the world.

Visit our website: www.plancanada.ca

How to Apply To apply for this role please forward a resume and cover letter outlining your skills and experience, by September 6, 2013 to gethired@plancanada.ca. Please reference Senior Program Manager, Food Assistance in the subject line.

Only those applicants that have permanent residency status in Canada will be considered for this role.

Plan sincerely thanks all applicants for their expressed interest in this opportunity; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No Phone calls please.Consistent with our Child Protection Policy the successful candidate must receive clearance by a police background check, including the vulnerable sector screen.

Senior Advisor, Monitoring and Evaluation

Status: Full-time position

Being a member of the Program Effectiveness Unit, the Senior Advisor, Monitoring and Evaluation will strengthen Plan Canada’s capacity and expertise in the areas of monitoring of project level results, program learning, and evaluation of the programs, especially the health program. The Senior Advisor will work with the health advisors and other technical experts and program managers serving in Plan Canada and with Monitoring and Evaluation staff in Plan Country Offices. The Senior Advisor will support the implementation of Plan Canada initiatives leading towards organizational program effectiveness agenda and donor compliance. Located in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, with travel to different Plan Country Offices.

Program start up: • Ensure quality monitoring and evaluation elements are included in the project start ups including participatory monitoring mechanisms involving communities where projects will be implemented and design flow of data in the program countries

• Provide support in designing baseline surveys and other data collection tools for specific projects

Program Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning: • Provide support to the program department to strengthen the monitoring and evaluation components of the program portfolio

• In collaboration with the senior program manager, the program managers and technical advisors, ensure monitoring and evaluation components are well integrated into the start up workshops and implementation plans of new projects

• Support the Program Effectiveness Unit in implementing robust M&E systems and procedures for program portfolio, especially health projects.

• Ensure data quality systems and procedure in place and provide guidance to program managers and COs to improve data quality.

• Provide technical support to program managers and country offices to ensure timely data collection of the projects.

• Maintain quality monitoring systems in Plan Canada to enable generations of reports to donors and other stakeholders that is linked to similar systems in Plan Country Offices

• In collaboration with the senior program manager, the program managers, technical experts and external consultants when needed, will document lessons learned and best practices from programming, including dissemination plans

• Support the integration of lessons learned from project evaluations and reviews to further improve the implementation of projects

• Strengthen and support both internal and external evaluation processes for Plan Canada supported projectsCapacity building, training and people management

• Support Plan Canada staff and Country Offices to increase their technical capacity in the area of monitoring, evaluation and learning, including integration of gender and child rights elements

• Support Plan Canada staff and Country Offices in the use of data collection methods for qualitative, quantitative and participatory research

• Represent Plan Canada within relevant Learning networks related to the field of Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning

• Manage one or two interns or a consultant for specific assignments.

Skills/ Experience/ Qualifications

• Proven track record and expertise in developing and implmenting monitoring and evaluation systems in international development within a results based management context

• Good information gathering, analysis and presentation skills. Advance data management and processing skills.

• Demonstrated capacity to work effectively with others

• A working knowledge of donor requirements and formats pertaining to results frameworks.

• Good understanding of monitoring and evaluation issues in international development

Requirements

• Preferably a Master’s degree in statistics/development research related field, economics, anthropology, social science or equivalent through work experience.

• Strong familiarity with Results Based Management or other Logical Frameworks

• Bilingual capacity in English and French is preferred

• Minimum eight (8) years solid experience in planning, research, monitoring and evaluation of social development programs and projects.

• Advance knowledge of statistical analysis, quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis. Advance knowledge and usage experience of statistical software is mandatory.

• Good familiarity with participatory research and planning methodologies

• Good knowledge of relevant software applications (Office, Access, Project, SPSS or similar)

• Strong understanding of child rights issues

• Demonstrated ability to review, synthesize information and produce quality reports

• Strong computer skills using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Power Point), databases and internet use

• Able to work in a team environment with a pitch in attitude

• A valid passport

• Eligible to work in Canada

About Plan Canada

Imagine working for a leading international non-governmental organization (NGO) that’s dedicated to creating a better world. That’s Plan Canada, a global movement for change, mobilizing millions of people around the world to support social justice for children in developing countries.

Founded in 1937, Plan is one of the world’s oldest and largest international development agencies, working in partnership with millions of people around the world to end global poverty. Not for profit, independent and inclusive of all faiths and cultures, Plan has only one agenda: to improve the lives of children. Because I am a Girl is Plan’s global initiative to end gender inequality, promote girls’ rights and lift millions of girls – and everyone around them – out of poverty.

Plan Canada is part of a global network of offices in over 69 countries. Our busy Toronto-based office undertakes fundraising, donor engagement and public outreach, as well as overseeing a wide variety of field programs led by our International Program Department, which includes experts in health, education, water and sanitation, economic security, gender equity, child protection and participation, and humanitarian assistance.

We at Plan Canada are all dedicated, passionate and a diverse team of over 170 employees who are committed to making a difference in the lives of children.

Join us and plan to change the world.

Visit our website: www.plancanada.ca

How to Apply

To apply for this role please forward, a cover letter and resume by September 6, 2013, in confidence to gethired@plancanada.ca. Please reference Senior Advisor, Monitoring and Evaluation in the subject line.

Only those applicants that have permanent residency status in Canada will be considered for this role.

Plan sincerely thanks all applicants for their expressed interest in this opportunity; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No Phone calls please.

Consistent with our Child Protection Policy the successful candidate must receive clearance by a police background check, including the vulnerable sector screen.

Mandat

Sous la responsabilité du directeur ou de la directrice des opérations outre-mer, la ou le titulaire du poste gère et développe les projets liés aux réponses d’urgence.

Responsabilités

En conformité avec les codes, politiques, procédures et normes d’Oxfam-Québec, la ou le titulaire est responsable de :

Planification et développement de projets

Est responsable de :1.Assurer la veille des crises humanitaires;2.Assurer l’élaboration des propositions de projets humanitaires à soumettre aux bailleurs de fonds;3.Assurer la communication avec les partenaires financiers et opérationnels;4.Assurer l’élaboration des plans de gestion des projets et la production des fiches synthèses des exercices de planification et de développement;5.Assurer l’élaboration des budgets (globaux et annuels) requis pour les projets qui lui sont confiés.

Participe à:1.Collaborer aux exercices de planification et de développement;2.Collaborer à l’analyse des secteurs, partenaires et projets d’intervention potentiels;3.Collaborer à la mise en œuvre des stratégies retenues;4.Collaborer aux efforts d’alignement stratégique de la planification et de la programmation avec les autres Oxfam;5.Collaborer à la coordination, la rédaction et la révision des mémoires d’acceptation de projet (MAP/DAP), mémoires d’identification de projet (MIP) et des documents projets.

Démarrage des projets

Est responsable de (du) :1.Réviser les protocoles d’entente soumis par les bailleurs de fonds;2.Élaborer les protocoles d’entente entre les Oxfam et avec les partenaires;3.Élaborer les grilles budgétaires requises pour les projets qui lui sont confiés;4.Élaborer le plan de mise en œuvre, des infrastructures et de la logistique de démarrage des projets qui lui sont confiés;5.Assurer le suivi du plan de travail annuel des projets sous sa responsabilité;6.Assurer la mise en place des outils de gestion non-financière des projets en réponse d’urgence.

Participe à :1.Élaborer les descriptions de tâches pour les consultants et les employés dans le cadre du projet;2.Assurer la mobilisation des ressources humaines (siège et terrain : consultants, employés, coopérants volontaires, etc.) liées aux projets qui lui sont confiés incluant le recrutement et la sélection;3.Assurer la production en lien avec la Direction des ressources humaines des contrats d’embauche et de leurs annexes selon les procédures d’Oxfam-Québec et de l’accord de contribution du bailleur de fonds;4.Élaborer les programmes de formation des consultants, des chefs de projets et des conseillers techniques;5.Organiser et participer aux rencontres d’orientation et de formation pré-départ.

Gestion de projets

Est responsable de (du) :1.Élaborer les rapports de synthèse de suivi de projets pour les bailleurs de fonds, la cellule des crises d’Oxfam-Québec, les communications et les comités d’OI selon les besoins;2.Appuyer et de conseiller le personnel outre-mer en matière de logistique et de gestion de projets;3.Analyser de manière continue les résultats du projet et de la mise en place des mesures nécessaires pour assurer l’atteinte des résultats, dans le respect des modalités établies dans les accords de contribution avec les bailleurs;4.Produire les rapports narratifs des projets;5.Coordonner la fermeture des projets;6.Réviser annuellement la planification des projets;7.Réaliser et de la coordonner des missions terrain pour ses projets;8.Assurer le suivi des projets en conformité avec les politiques et procédures d’Oxfam et des bailleurs de fonds;9.Assurer le suivi et l’élaboration des projets humanitaires;10.Effectuer des missions sur le terrain au besoin pour le suivi des projets de réponse d’urgence.

Participe à :1.Assurer le suivi des budgets en collaboration avec le département des finances;2.Assurer le traitement des demandes de prolongation des contrats d’embauche;3.Assurer la gestion des rapatriements sanitaires du personnel sur le terrain en cas de nécessité;4.Assurer la gestion, la coordination et la diffusion des évaluations de projets incluant les termes de références avec les bailleurs; 5.Assurer la systématisation des expertises et à l’élaboration de recommandations et d’orientations en matière de leçons à tirer;6.Aux réunions des instances décisionnelles et opérationnelles des projets.

Représentation

1.Représente l’organisation dans le cadre de ses attributions auprès d’interlocuteurs extérieurs. (PAGER, comité des programmes de la Coalition Humanitaire, réseaux humanitaires d’Oxfam international, tables de concertation, etc.).

Coordination et Soutien

Est responsable de (du) :1.Interagir avec les différents départements d’Oxfam-Québec pour la coordination et l’intégration des programmes incluant les dossiers de plaidoyer relié à l’humanitaire (siège et terrain);2.Travailler étroitement avec la Direction de la Levée de fonds pour les réponses humanitaires;3.Assurer la circulation de l’information entre les directions au siège social et outre-mer;4.Sur demande, participé aux entrevues avec les médias pour informer sur nos interventions humanitaires.

Autres

1.Sur demande, effectuer toutes autres tâches connexes, reliées à ses compétences et au bon fonctionnement de l’organisation.

Exigences

Scolarité•Diplôme d’études universitaires de premier cycle en développement international avec spécialisation en aide humanitaire ou l’équivalent.

Langues•Maîtrise du français et de l’anglais parlé et écrit.•Maîtrise de l’espagnol (atout).

Logiciels utilisés•Maîtrise de la suite Microsoft Office 2010 (Word, Excel, Access, Outlook et Power Point).

Expérience•Minimum de 3 années d’expérience en gestion de projets d’aide humanitaire et de bilatéraux.•Expérience de travail sur le terrain dans le cadre des réponses humanitaire (atout).

Connaissances particulières•Connaissance des standards SPHÈRES •Connaissance des normes d’aide humanitaire et des programmes de réhabilitation et de reconstruction.

Qualités recherchées•Bon jugement et autonomie.•Capacité à travailler en équipe.•Bonne capacité d’organisation •Habiletés rédactionnelles•Très bonne capacité d’analyse et de synthèse•Facilité de gestion en ressources humaines •Capacité à travailler sous pression

Disponibilité•Capacité à adopter au besoin un horaire flexible.•Disponibilité à travailler occasionnellement le soir et la fin de semaine.•Disponibilité à voyager au Canada et à l’étranger.

Pour plus de renseignements sur le poste, veuillez consulter l’affichage de poste ci-joint ou le lien suivant : http://oxfam.qc.ca/recrutement/emplois/charg-e-ou-charg-de-projets-human....

Toute personne qui désire présenter sa candidature doit le faire, par écrit, au plus tard le 4 septembre 2013 à 17h, auprès de Cédric Tremblay, directeur adjoint - Ressources humaine via recrut@oxfam.qc.ca.

Water, Sanitation & Hygiene (WASH) Advisor

Status: Permanent Full Time

Reporting to the Senior WASH Advisor, the WASH Advisor will play an important role in guiding, strengthening and supporting Plan Canada and Plan’s global capacity and expertise in WASH programming, proposal development, policy/research development & public engagement initiatives.

Main Responsibilities:

• Lead the design and development of concept notes and proposals on WASH projects and programs to submit to Multilateral Development Support Agencies;

• Coordinate research and studies and participate in the development of policy and position papers;

• Provide Technical support within Plan Canada and in the program countries in Africa, Asia and the Americas on WASH projects and programs related to (but not limited to) WASH in Urban areas, Peri-urban and Rural areas, Solid wastes, Liquid wastes, School WASH, Productive use of WASH and WASH in emergency situations;

• Participate/Organize forums to share successes and program learning with donors, partners and peers;

• Contribute into the business development with various tasks to perform at different stage of the business development cycle related to WASH initiatives and other grants

• Ensures timely and quality technical inputs to different stages of program/project cycle: start-up workplans, detailed project implementation plans, baseline reports, annual workplans, progress reports, etc.;

• Ensures positive relationships with Plan field offices, donors and other partners;

• Participate into technical networking that are relevant to Plan Canada programs; and

• Perform any relevant tasks related to Plan Canada programming, program effectiveness and quality assurance as required. This will involve working with a range of individuals and teams within Plan Canada and the global organization, to develop systems, tools and processes to build Plan’s capacities in this regard.

• The position is based in Ottawa with frequent trips to the field to different Plan Country Offices based on the needs.

1. Program/Grants Development: (60%)

• Provide leadership within Plan Canada and selected Plan Country Offices to prepare annual funding submission to Multilateral External Support Agencies including but not limited to Regional Development Banks, UN Agencies, Country level mechanisms, etc.;

• Identify and pursue funding opportunities with donors both in Canada and in the field offices to expand Plan’s WASH programming;

• Develop/support development of technically sound programme concepts and proposals relating to improving WASH status of children and women

• Provide technical leadership to ensure WASH components are designed into other sector-specific programme applications (Expression of Interests, Concept Notes, Proposals and Publications);

• Provide technical support in the monitoring and evaluation of Plan Canada supported projects.

1. Capacity Building: (30%)

• Contribute to Plan Canada advancing best practices, designing and developing high quality WASH programs, and improving the learning and quality of existing Plan Canada funded WASH projects;

• Provide training and organizational capacity building to Plan Canada and certain Plan Country Offices to effectively design and implement WASH programming with emphasis on child rights-based approach

• Provide the state of the art technical supports to strengthen the WASH components in existing grants

• Participate in project planning, implementation and evaluation to ensure adherence to best practice in the field of WASH

1. Policy, Research and Public Awareness (10%)

• Support Plan International in linking with global WASH networks

• Contribute to formulation of research initiatives in WASH issues in the developing countries

• Ensure visibility & engagement of Plans’ work in international development and WASH forums & networks in Canada

• Contribute to the development of partnerships and cooperation with other organizations in Canada and overseas on strengthen WASH programming and policies

• Contribute to raising Plan Canada profile at provincial, national & international development forums on WASH

• Keep up to date with professional knowledge on strengthening WASH of women and children in developing countries

• In collaboration with the Advocacy team, advocate with key stakeholders on strategic issues

Competencies

• Strong technical capacity in WASH programming in the developing world

• Strong research skills including information gathering, assessment, analysis and presentation skills

• Good listening skills and demonstrated capacity to work effectively with others

• Proven skills in proposal writing with demonstrated experience of successful proposal development of minimum $5 million, innovation and rights based programming

• Extensive knowledge about global WASH issues, WASH sector actors and their programs and policies

• Solid knowledge and understanding about the WASH approaches

• Proven skills in results based management approaches

• A working knowledge of donor requirements and formats

• Strong knowledge management capacity

Requirements

• University degree preferably in WASH, or post graduate degree in relevant discipline

• Minimum 8 years program experience in international development with a focus on WASH; most of of which should have been gained overseas

• Proven track record in mobilising grant funding and designing/managing projects related to WASH in developing countries

• Good familiarity, networking and working relationships with different donors and other partner organizations

• Demonstrated ability to review, synthesize information and produce quality reports

• Solid understanding of monitoring and evaluation systems

• Proven computer skills using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Power Point) and internet use

• A good knowledge of global WASH development issues

• Solid grasp of Results Based Management or other Logical Frameworks

• Able to work in a team enviornment, pitch in attidute a must

• Knowledge of child rights-based approach to programming

• Ability to travel internationally frequently, up to 50% of the time (a valid passport will be required)

• Fluent in oral and written English (French an asset)

About Plan Canada

Imagine working for a leading international non-governmental organization (NGO) that’s dedicated to creating a better world. That’s Plan Canada, a global movement for change, mobilizing millions of people around the world to support social justice for children in developing countries.

Founded in 1937, Plan is one of the world’s oldest and largest international development agencies, working in partnership with millions of people around the world to end global poverty. Not for profit, independent and inclusive of all faiths and cultures, Plan has only one agenda: to improve the lives of children. Because I am a Girl is Plan’s global initiative to end gender inequality, promote girls’ rights and lift millions of girls – and everyone around them – out of poverty.

Plan Canada is part of a global network of offices in over 69 countries.Our busy Toronto-based office undertakes fundraising, donor engagement and public outreach, as well as overseeing a wide variety of field programs led by our International Program Department, which includes experts in health, education, water and sanitation, economic security, gender equity, child protection and participation, and humanitarian assistance.

We at Plan Canada are all dedicated, passionate and a diverse team of over 170 employees who are committed to making a difference in the lives of children.

Join us and plan to change the world.

Visit our website: www.plancanada.ca

How to Apply To apply for this role please forward a resume and cover letter outlining your skills and experience, by September 6, 2013, to gethired@plancanada.ca. Please reference WASH Advisor in the subject line.

Only those applicants that have permanent residency status in Canada will be considered for this role.

Plan sincerely thanks all applicants for their expressed interest in this opportunity; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No Phone calls please.

Consistent with our Child Protection Policy the successful candidate must receive clearance by a police background check, including the vulnerable sector screen.

Context:Founded in France in 1979, Action Against Hunger/Action contre la Faim (ACF) is one of the world's most important international humanitarian organizations although we are unique in targeting malnutrition as the focal point of our programmes. Our focus on hunger and its underlying causes leads to profound and positive changes in the most vulnerable communities where we work. Malnutrition is treatable and affordable. We are respected innovators, our research is widely published and we have a reputation for results. The ACF network now works in over 47 countries with a staff of over 5000 staff and volunteers.

Today we are just beginning to be known by Canadians and there is a great deal we will be doing in the coming months to build awareness of ACF and most importantly of the need to put nutrition at the centre of the global development agenda. In order to achieve our goals, we have recently relocated our Canadian HQ from Montreal to Toronto. While retaining a small team in Montreal, we are building a strong, dynamic and highly talented team in Toronto. ACF Canada is responsible for global leadership of the SMART nutrition survey methodology, recruiting Canadians to work in the field, advocacy and fundraising to increase public, government and donor support for a world free from hunger.

Responsibilities:Reporting to the Executive Director, the Financial Manager is responsible for all aspects of accounting and finance including the day to day management of A/P, A/R, payroll, budget control, reporting and forecasting and preparation and management of the annual financial audit. In addition, working closely ACF Canada's Director of Operations, the Financial Manager is responsible for all aspects of budget management and reporting on donor grants.
Duties:• Annual budget development and tracking;• Quarterly reports to Board of Directors;• Tracking and analysis of expenses;• Day to day bookkeeping;• Management of payroll for both HQ staff and expatriates working abroad;• Monthly management of inter-agency charge backs and reconciliations;• Monthly financial reports to the Ed;• Oversight and revising as necessary of internal SOPs for maximum efficiency, privacy of donor data and monthly budget control and tracking;• Monthly reconciliation of the Donor Database with bank records;• Lead on day to day matters with ACF Canada's financial and insurance institutions;• Management of assets including leasing, purchase, IT, etc.;• Efficient management and negotiation on behalf of ACF Canada with various operations and service suppliers;
• Detailed management and control of finance and administration records;• Collaboration, cooperation and liaison with financial counterparts at other ACF HQs;• A/R & A/P;• Monthly donor grant financial control and reporting;• Other duties as required by the Executive Director, Board of Directors or senior management team.Standard health and dental benefits are available after completion of three months employment. ACF Canada's work week is the standard 37.5 hours. However, there are specific periods such as year-end or during a humanitarian emergency, when the hours are not predictable.

Requirements:• Related university degree; • Demonstrated knowledge of CRA Acts and Regulations regarding charitable organizations;• Minimum two years experience in a similar position;• Fluency in Simply Accounting and other financial management programmes;• Extensive knowledge of, and competency in, Excel and MS Office;• Knowledge of other current and related IT programmes and tools; • Strong communication skills;• Ability to read and understand French;• Experience in financial management of grants;• Demonstrated ability to initiate and follow up on recommendations for improvements that result in financial efficiency and improved performance;• Able to establish and manage priorities of tasks and time management;• Comfortable with busy office environment; • Able to successfully manage bank and supplier relationships;• Experience with an international NGO and field finances is an asset;• Interest and commitment to the humanitarian principles of Action Against Hunger;• Demonstrated strong detail orientation;• Able to work legally in Canada.

We are looking for an independent and dynamic professional to complement the ACF Canada team.

If you are interested in this position, please send your CV BEFORE SEPTEMBER 4TH, 2013 to the Head of HR at rec@actioncontrelafaim.ca. In the subject line, please write ACF-CA Financial Manager. No telephone calls please.

To learn more about ACF, visit our website at www.actioncontrelafaim.ca

Action Contre la Faim – Canada (ACF-CA) is part of the international Action contre la Faim network which provides humanitarian relief to over 47 countries worldwide, for the nutrition, water and sanitation, and food security sectors. Established in 2005, ACF-Canada contributes to the network in several ways, particularly through its expertise in understanding the nutritional status of a given population or region.

Responsibilities:

The person engaged as Manager, Individual Giving and Youth Engagement will be responsible for leading the development of multi-year individual giving strategies, coordinating all individual donors fundraising activities and developing ACF-Canada’s supporters base and income stream. The person will be reporting to the Executive Director and will work in close collaboration with Communications and Advocacy colleagues.The role offers large scope for development for a target driven candidate with the launch of new innovative fundraising campaigns in the coming months.

Tasks:

1. Develop, lead and manage multi-year individual giving strategies and related financial assumptions • Lead the planning of annual and special campaigns; • Identify strategies for cultivation of major gifts;• Manage the launch of new innovative fundraising initiatives designed over multiple years• Share knowledge and collaborate with counterparts in other ACF HQs;• Provide recruitment support and leadership for volunteers engaged in fundraising for ACF – Canada;• Manage the budget across individual giving and coordinate all activities (on and offline);• Produce regular financial reports to assess the on-going performance of direct marketing activities and reconcile monthly on-line and off-line income and expenses with the Finance department;• Report regularly on the status and progress of the campaigns.• Manage agency and consultant relationships and budgets

2. Leading the development and implementation of a donor retention strategy• Including all aspects of acquisition, retention and upgrading of donors;• Measure and maximize regular giving and pay roll giving through a series of targeted initiatives and personalised contact with supporters and suppliers;• Reinforce and lead innovations in the design and implementation of essential and engaging donor relations tools and tactics;• Maximize individual donor participation to communication and advocacy campaigns as well as support to humanitarian disasters in collaboration with the communications team.

3. Plan, execute and coordinate fundraising campaigns and efforts for ACF - Canada• Implement and enhance annual and special campaigns, including two important, national youth engagement initiatives;• Implement and enhance major gift and partnership programmes;• Develop a support kit for community events;• Manage fundraising back office including responsibility for the database, donation processing, maximizing digital payment platforms, offline tax receipting, scoping requirements for internal data cleaning and providing accurate and timely reporting (with the support of a junior database administrator);• including managing the process of data transfer from all suppliers, • Provide segmentation and statistical analysis of campaigns and donor profile in order to maximise campaigns and develop personalised stewardship programmes.• Develop & implement a donor recognition programme that is timely, respectful and effective.

4. Support the Director of Communications and Strategic Engagement in the development and cultivation of relationships and partnerships with corporations, non-profit and government organisations• Identify and engage with constituencies at a community level (student groups, schools, unions, municipalities, etc.) for development and outreach;• Develop partnerships with a wide range of corporations, foundations and organisations to provide in-kind and financial support;• Maintain and enhance relationships with kindred organisations.

5. General• Support the Director of Communications and the Executive Director on an ad-hoc basis as and when required;• Work collaboratively with other ACF – Canada departments and colleagues in other ACF network HQs.;• Cultivate and manage strong volunteer community;• Ensure that ACF - Canada staff and volunteers are properly informed of current ACF affairs; • Participate in the discussion and establishment of detailed objectives and tactics for ACF – Canada;• Keep fully abreast of new developments in direct marketing as well as legal requirements in line with the data protection act to ensure that the charity makes full use of such techniques and complies fully;• Other appropriate tasks where identified.

Specific Conditions:Staff work a five-day, 37.5-hour work week. However, the different tasks involved may sometime require irregular working hours, particularly in times of crisis. Occasional travels in Canada and abroad will also require flexibility.

Qualifications:

• A degree in Fundraising or Direct Marketing or other relevant discipline;• Experienced Direct Marketing fundraising expert with 3+ years experience in INGO market in Canada; • Demonstrated ability to lead effective, results-based individual giving programmes in Canada;• Proven experience of data analysis and statistical understanding;• Proven success rate in at least one of the following: donors acquisition, retention or regular donors development;• Proven experience in reaching financial target;• Knowledge and understanding of on-line fundraising;• Experience of managing day to day relationships with external agencies;• Strong track record of managing and developing relationships with individual donors;• Bilingual English and French;• Knowledge of Canadian donor market as well as the regulations and rules related to donor privacy, reporting, etc, including IMAGINE Canada, AFP and CRA standards;• Strong analytical skills;• Excellent verbal and written communications skills;• Solid knowledge of Microsoft Office especially Excel, Word, PPT; donor database programmes;• Must have a passion for high impact international development;• Motivated to build new markets and test new and creative ideas and tools;• Strong ethical background;• Legally able to work in Canada.

We are looking for an autonomous and dynamic professional to complement the ACF team and build a strong fundraising platform and culture. If you think this could be you, please send your CV to the attention of the Head of Human Resources at rec@actioncontrelafaim.ca by September 6th 2013. In the subject line, write: ACF-Ca / Manager, Individual Giving & Youth Engagement. No telephone calls please.

You must be legally able to work in Canada to apply.

To learn more about our work, visit us at: www.actioncontrelafaim.ca

International Education and Training Advisor

Position Open Until Filled

Position: International Education and Training AdvisorReports to: Director, Education Program DevelopmentType: Fixed-term contract until end of 2014, with the possibilityof extension and/or permanent positionStart Date September - October 2013

Position Summary

The International Education and Training Advisor is responsible for building the capacity of CAWST staff, partner organization staff and client trainers in effective facilitation skills. Another key aspect of the position is to support partners and clients in CAWST’s education program development process, to customize and develop their own education and training materials. This position will also help to develop and improve CAWST’s suite of education and training materials on water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH). This is a demanding role that requires a creative, motivated, and enthusiastic individual who wants to contribute to building the capacity of WASH educators globally.

International travel will be approximately 3-4 trips per year, up to 50% of the time. The position is based in Calgary, Alberta, Canada.

Responsibilities? ?1. Build Capacity of TrainersIncrease capacity of CAWST staff, partner organization staff and client trainers to effectively deliver workshops, exchange information, and communicate with their target audiences.Increase capacity of clients and partners to customize and develop their own education and training materials that take into consideration the local context, gender and the environment.Assist with the coordination and facilitation of semi-annual Learning Exchanges to support professional development, knowledge sharing and feedback within CAWST and client networks.Manage and supervise staff, contractors and volunteers who assist with capacity building and program development.Ensure education theory and technical knowledge of WASH are up-to-date as new information is learned by CAWST.

?2. Education Program DevelopmentSupport the development and improvement of CAWST’s education and training materials related to water, sanitation and hygiene.Develop customized training materials for clients, as required.

?3. Operations Planning & ReportingDevelop and execute strategies and plans to develop strong centres of expertise in WASH through partnership with local organizations.Understand and contribute as appropriate to CAWST’s operations and business services cycle (e.g. monthly operations reports, budget reconciliations, timesheets, and trip reports)

?4. Business DevelopmentCreate demand for our services through active outreach to clients and partners.Interface and sustain credibility with partners, clients and potential clients to promote CAWST’s credibility and services.Assist with proposal writing, fund development, donor reporting and public campaigns, as required.

??EducationBachelor’s degree in education or equivalent with preference given to those with a second degree, diploma or equivalent training in engineering, science, public health, or international aid and development.

?ExperienceInternational development and education experience (2-5 years) with focus on at least one of the following areas: capacity building, participatory training, curriculum development, effective facilitation skills, mentoring and coaching.Related experience (1-3 years) on water, hygiene and/or sanitation.Proficient in Windows-based computer programs (e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint).Preferred experience in information and communication technology (e.g. use of multimedia tools for education and training, video development, webinar delivery).?Skills and AttributesCommunication: Excellent written and verbal English with the ability to target different and cross-cultural audiences. Build rapport to engage and motivate individuals.Training and Facilitation: Create a participatory learning environment and use a range of cross-cultural facilitation methods. Able to coach and mentor others to do the same.Team Player: An accomplished professional who can work well both independently and within a team.Innovation and Creativity: Create new and interesting concepts or activities, strategic thinking as well as proactive coordinator.Able to work in challenging situations internationally in different cultures.Organizational: Able to handle multiple tasks and balance priorities with various stakeholders.Analytical Capability: Assess opportunities and make recommendations.Good Judgement: Be a self-starter and work independently.Entrepreneurial: Enjoy working in a dynamic, constantly changing environment. Strategic thinking as well as proactive coordinator and project manager.Credible: Able to quickly establish credibility with potential clients and other stakeholders.Lifelong Learner: Committed to professional development and sharing new learning with others.Languages: English (verbal and written) essential. Fluent French and / or Spanish an asset (verbal and written)Vision and values aligned with CAWST?CompensationWill be discussed in personal interview.

To view the full job description and download a copy of our questionnaire, go to the following link: http://www.cawst.org/en/get-involved/employment/525-international-educat...

Please send your cover letter, resume, and attached questionnaire to cawstHR@cawst.org with the job title in the subject line.

Only completed applications will be considered. No calls or emails please - only qualified candidates will be contacted for a personal interview.