NGO JOBS

Organization: Kickstart
Country: United States of America
Closing date: 07 Feb 2014

KickStart International is seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Strategic Planning Fellow for a short-term and highly visible project. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work with KickStart’s Senior Management team to help us with the development our strategic plan for 2020.

About the Organization:

KickStart-International www.kickstart.org is an award-winning, nonprofit social enterprise with a mission to lift millions of people in Africa out of poverty. They do this by designing and mass-marketing simple, “MoneyMaker” branded, human-powered irrigation pumps. These low-cost pumps are bought by poor local farmers who use them to irrigate their plots. The farmers move from rain-fed subsistence farming to commercial, irrigated agriculture. They grow and sell high-value crops throughout the year—especially in the long dry “hungry” seasons when the prices are highest—and on average increase their annual net farm incomes by about 500%. For the first time, they can properly feed and educate their children, afford healthcare and plan for their futures. To date, more than 150,000 farming families have used MoneyMaker pumps to climb out of poverty.

KickStart was recognized as one of the “Top 100 Best NGOs in the World” in 2012 and 2013 by The Global Journal. The U.S. Department of State presented KickStart with the first-ever Innovation Award for the Empowerment of Women and Girls in 2012. In 2011, Forbes named KickStart to their “Impact 30 List” as one of the world’s leading social entrepreneurs. Fast Company Magazine and the Monitor Group awarded KickStart with a Social Capitalist Award in each of the years 2004-2008.

About the Position:

The duration of the project is between 4-6 months and the Strategic Planner will report to KickStart’ Chief Development & Partnerships Officer. The ideal candidate will be someone who already lives in New York City and will have the flexibility to travel to Nairobi, Kenya for periods of 2 to 3 weeks. A monthly stipend will be available for the position.

The Strategic Planner will support the design and development of KickStart’s strategic growth plan -for the 2014-2020 period. Specifically, this role will:

• Implement and project manage the strategic planning process and associated templates
• Perform industry and competitive analysis, and research best practices and competitive benchmarking
• Conduct informational interviews with KickStart’s management team and other staff, partners, and donors to identify key constraints and strategies
• Perform high-level market/opportunity research and sizing
• Consolidate data and recommendations and compile the plan - this will include new innovations, new target markets/countries, marketing and sales initiatives, leverage strategies, partnerships, new products/services and financial offerings
• Develop financial model to support the strategic plan

Qualifications:
• Experience in management consulting with a high-end consulting firm
• Experience in practical and realistic strategic planning, competitive and industry analysis
• Experience in project management and implementation
• Excellent experience and proven skills in team facilitation with a high level of responsibility
• Excellent interpersonal and communications skills
• Exceptional planning, organizational, and leadership capabilities
• Strong analytical skills, including a high level of proficiency with Microsoft Excel financial modeling
• Results/performance orientated, and a proven “self-starter”
• Ability to work in a dynamic and unstructured environment

How to apply:

To apply for this position, please email your cover letter, together with your resume (maximum of 2 pages), with the position in the subject line of your email to info@kickstart.org by February 7, 2014.

Organization: ILC Africa
Country: Ghana
Closing date: 05 Aug 2013

2013-2014 ILC AFRICA FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM IN GHANASeeking Business Manager for Springforth International School

Spend a year in Accra, Ghana and become a part of a great African accomplishment!ILC Africa seeks an independent and business-oriented candidate with strong work ethic and a passion for primary school education. Interested applicants should consider this one-year opportunity as a way to gain exposure to West Africa in a primary school environment while gaining operations management experience. FELLOWSHIP OVERVIEW:• A 12-month opportunity (roughly from August 2013 to July 2014) • Strong work ethic and commitment• Professional attitude with a penchant for diplomacy and the provision of excellent customer service• Emphasis placed on task completion and client results • Mature and flexible attitude towards significant work plans and multiple responsibilities within the scope of education• Posses an understanding of primary school environments and business requirements towards improving operations• Ability to work with African clients and staff of different social and cultural backgrounds

BUSINESS MANAGER & EDUCATION FELLOW

Founded in 2006, Springforth International School was created by two working American mothers to provide quality pre-school and primary education to the large multicultural community of East Legon, a suburb of Ghana’s vibrant capital city, Accra. The school’s mission is to provide early childhood and primary education in a nurturing, stimulating environment, helping children achieve their full potential through the development of their unique academic abilities and moral character. Since its inception, Springforth has served families from over 15 countries including Ghana, Nigeria, Cote d’Ivoire, the United States, the United Kingdom, Lebanon, Malta, Italy, and Canada. The Business Manager’s primary responsibility is to manage front office operations and interact with parents and visitors. The Manager will coordinate the finance and administration systems of the schools, manage and track budgets, as well as provide excellent customer service. Additionally, he/she will lead Springforth’s marketing efforts and develop communications materials for the school’s website and newsletter. Major responsibilities of the Business Manager/Education Fellow include:• Supervise and manage the school's front office staff, including all finance and administration of staff• Oversee and maintain finance & administration systems of schools, particularly managing and tracking budgets and expenditure• Manage parent/client/student accounts using software and resolve billing/payment questions• Supervise and manage procurement of good and supplies• Support in implementing the transformation agenda and strategic plans of SFIS

The Business Manager should possess the following specific skills/qualifications:• Minimum Bachelor’s Degree required. Master’s Degree holders are highly encouraged.• At least 3 to 5 years of full-time work experience• Excellent computer literacy with a high proficiency in Microsoft Excel (tables/graphs/charts/matrices) and data manipulation skills to generate reports and executive summaries• Familiarity with accounting software and database management experience• Native or near native level English language ability• Demonstrated interpersonal, management, coordination, and organizational skills • Ability to multitask and prioritize work with conflicting priorities • Client focus with the ability and enthusiasm to interact with people of diverse cultural and socio-economic backgrounds• Experience in working with or around pre-school and/or primary-aged children• Creativity and initiative to implement new ideas for extracurricular and marketing activities• Excellent attention to detail and superior communication skills• High level of comfort to work with school staff of different cultural backgrounds• Ability to take instruction with humility in a spirit of learning, apprenticeship, and professional growth• Experience living in a developing country setting is a plus

BUSINESS MANAGER PACKAGE:
• Orientation to Ghana culture and living• One-year multiple entry visa• Ghana visa extension costs up to two years• A 50% subsidy of round-trip airfare and visa costs to Accra, Ghana• Basic group accommodations during the length of the fellowship • A local and basic living stipend to subsidize monthly personal living costs (meals, telecommunications, transportation, and incidentals)• Health care incidentals subsidy

ILC Africa will select candidates in two rounds. Round 1 consists of an application package and Round 2 consists of an interview and practical assignment. Please send all Round 1 application materials by e-mail to services@ilcafrica.com by Monday, August 5th 2013.

How to apply:

ROUND 1 APPLICATION DEADLINE: Monday, August 5th 2013.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:

1. Send all applications materials to services@ilcafrica.com with the subject line SFIS: Business Manager – [Last Name], [First Name]. For example: SFIS: Business Manager – Smith, John.

2. Resume/CV.

3. 1-page Cover Letter describing your skills, why you are interested in the opportunity, and how this opportunity will help you with your career goals. Also, indicate relevant and specific examples of how you meet the qualifications of the position. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.

ILC Africa will contact shortlisted candidates to communicate Round 1 decisions within the month of the August 2013 as the position is to be filled immediately. Should you be shortlisted, ILC Africa will move forward to schedule an interview via Skype with a practical assessment.

For more information about ILC Africa, visit our website at www.ilcafrica.com.

Country: Ghana
Closing date: 05 Aug 2013

2013-2014 ILC AFRICA FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM IN GHANASeeking Teaching Fellow for Springforth International School

Spend a year in Accra, Ghana and become a part of a great African accomplishment!ILC Africa seeks independent, energetic all-rounder with strong work ethic and a passion for education. Interested applicants should consider this one-year fellowship as an opportunity to gain exposure to international education in Africa. Interested applicants should consider this one-year opportunity as a way to gain exposure to West Africa in a primary school environment while gaining teaching experience.FELLOWSHIP OVERVIEW:• A 12-month opportunity (roughly from August 2013 to July 2014) • Strong work ethic and commitment• Emphasis placed on task completion and client results • Posses an understanding of primary school environments• Ability to work with African parents and staff of different social and cultural backgrounds• Mature and flexible attitude towards significant work plans and multiple responsibilities within the scope of education

TEACHING FELLOWFounded in 2006, Springforth International School was created by two working American mothers to provide quality pre-school and primary education to the large multicultural community of East Legon, a suburb of Ghana’s vibrant capital city, Accra. The school’s mission is to provide early childhood and primary education in a nurturing, stimulating environment, helping children achieve their full potential through the development of their unique academic abilities and moral character. Since its inception, Springforth has served families from over 15 countries including Ghana, Nigeria, Cote d’Ivoire, the United States, the United Kingdom, Lebanon, Malta, Italy, and Canada. The Teaching Fellow’s primary responsibility is to teach primary school students from all over the world. The Fellow will coordinate classes and curriculum, lead after school activities, as well as positively affecting students’ development. Additionally, he/she will organize and take part of school events and outings which may take place on weekends and evenings.

Major responsibilities of the Teaching Fellow are as follows:• Teaching all areas of the primary curriculum• Taking responsibility for the progress of a class of primary-age students• Organizing the classroom and learning resources and creating displays to encourage a positive learning environment• Planning, preparing and presenting lessons that cater for the needs of the whole ability range within their class• Motivating pupils with enthusiastic, imaginative presentation• Maintaining discipline• Preparing and marking work to facilitate positive students’ development• Meeting requirements for the assessment and recording of pupils' development• Providing feedback to parents and guardians on a students’ progress at parents' evenings and other meetings• Coordinating activities and resources within a specific area of the curriculum, and supporting colleagues in the delivery of this specialist area• Working with others to plan and coordinate work• Keeping up to date with changes and developments in the structure of the curriculum• Organizing and taking part in school events, outings and activities which may take place at weekends or in the evening• Liaising with colleagues and working flexibly, particularly in smaller schools

The Teaching Fellow should possess the following specific skills/qualifications:• Minimum Bachelor’s Degree required (preferably in Education); 5 years of teaching experience may take the place of a degree in Education.• At least 3-5 years of teaching experience• A desire to work in a cross-cultural environment• Experience in working with or around pre-school and/or primary-aged children• Creativity and initiative to implement new ideas for extracurricular and marketing activities• High level of comfort to work with school staff of different cultural backgrounds• Ability to take instruction with humility in a spirit of learning, apprenticeship, and professional growth• Native or near native level English language ability• Experience living in a developing country setting is a plus

TEACHING FELLOW PACKAGE:• Orientation to Ghana culture and living• One-year multiple entry visa• Ghana visa extension costs up to two years• A 50% subsidy of round-trip airfare and visa costs to Accra, Ghana• Basic group accommodations during the length of the fellowship • A local and basic living stipend to subsidize monthly personal living costs (meals, telecommunications, transportation, and incidentals)• Health care incidentals subsidy

ILC Africa will select candidates in two rounds. Round 1 consists of an application package and Round 2 consists of an interview and practical assignment. Please send all Round 1 application materials by e-mail to services@ilcafrica.com by Monday, August 5th 2013.

How to apply:

ROUND 1 APPLICATION DEADLINE: Monday, August 5th 2013.APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS: 1. Send all applications materials to services@ilcafrica.com with the subject line SFIS: Teaching Fellow– [Last Name], [First Name]. For example: SFIS: Teaching Fellow – Smith, John.

1. Resume/CV

2. UNOFFICAL copy of standardized test scores. All applicants are required to submit one or more of the following: SAT, ACT, GRE, GMAT, and LSAT.

3. 1-page Cover Letter describing your skills, why you are interested in the opportunity, and how this opportunity will help you with your career goals. Also, indicate relevant and specific examples of how you meet the qualifications of the position. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.

4. Essay (Length: 125 words) – Please describe extracurricular activities that you believe pre-school and primary aged children would enjoy.

ILC Africa will contact shortlisted candidates to communicate Round 1 decisions within the month of the August 2013 as the position is to be filled immediately. Should you be shortlisted, ILC Africa will move forward to schedule an interview via Skype with a practical assessment.For more information about ILC Africa, visit our website at www.ilcafrica.com.