NGO JOBS

Organization: Rare
Country: Philippines
Closing date: 01 Jun 2014

Rare’s Mission

Rare inspires change so people and nature thrive.

A Rare Approach

At Rare we believe that people are our most important resource. Conservation ultimately comes down to people and their behaviors toward nature. For nearly four decades Rare has designed programs that benefit both people and the planet. We have been successful because of the talent that makes it all possible. We are committed to providing our employees with a unique and inspirational professional culture. We invite you to search through our open positions and join us in our quest for continued impact.

We have the high energy and dedication of a company on an exciting trajectory. We truly are on a mission to make sure employees work in a dynamic environment where innovation thrives.

What is Rare Talent?

We're seeking people who are smart, fun and get things done. Rare is an entrepreneurial organization, so we're looking for people who are resourceful, creative and enjoy being challenged intellectually. Working at Rare gives you the chance to make a difference every day and contribute to addressing global conservation challenges while working alongside culturally diverse and driven colleagues.

Rare provides employees with an inspirational professional culture based on a unique set of values. Read more about Rare's values in this story

FISH FOREVER GLOBAL INITIATIVE | Cebu, Philippines

Are you ready to become part of an innovative movement to transform near-shore fisheries on a global level? Rare is a fast-growing $24 million international conservation organization already making strides towards promoting widespread sustainable fishing practices in multiple countries. We are ready to launch Fish Forever (www.fishforever.org) our first global initiative in Partnership with the Environmental Defense Fund (EDF) and University of California, Santa Barbara (UCSB).

Fish Forever’s goal is to empower the world’s most vulnerable coastal communities to sustainably manage their fisheries and simultaneously strengthen local fisheries, increase food security and protect nature. The combination of fisher empowerment, capacity building and community mobilization will help ensure that coastal fisheries are ecologically and economically sustainable for generations to come, building the momentum for wide-scale adoption across the globe.

Program Overview

Rare’s Philippines program, based in Cebu (Central Philippines) is pursuing ambitious, evidence based countrywide near shore fisheries strategies that combine No-Take-Zones and rights-based fishery zones (TURF – Reserves/Special Fisheries Management Zones). Our goal is to ensure greater community ownership and benefits that encourage long-term sustainable marine resource management along with the protection of important biodiversity. This program builds on Rare’s significant experience and success through its behavior change campaigns and technical assistance called Pride Campaigns.

Position Overview

The Manager, Fisheries Organizational and Institutional Development will lead all implementation activities relative to organizational and institutional development at Rare’s campaign sites. S/he will be responsible for ensuring the formulation of municipal technical working groups aligned to the appropriate policy instrument issued by either the Local Chief Executive or with the Municipal Council. S/he will work closely with this group as well as the local Conservation Fisheries Fellow in organizing and enhancing the management of local fisheries associations and or cooperatives at the TURF – Reserve Sites, and ensure that fishers and communities are consulted in all appropriate policies and plans relative to the program implementation. The Manager will provide leadership to ensure the smooth execution of the organizational and institutional development components of the campaign during the prototype and implementation phases of the program. The successful candidate will have the following:

• At least 5 years’ experience in the formation and strengthening of community based organizations, fisheries associations and or cooperatives;
• Demonstrated success in strengthening marine protected area /fisheries governance and or coastal resource management, comfort and expertise in coordinating with the local government units preferably in the Philippines;
• A background in coaching and mentoring staff and delivering targeted in-house training to improve capacity for marine theme development along with the ability to perform language and cultural translation revisions to ensure Pride campaign materials are appropriate and effective;
• Ability and willingness to travel inside the country under demanding conditions and or occasional travel abroad (when necessary);
• The ability to work with minimal supervision independently and as part of a team;
• A bachelor’s degree preferably in Cooperative Development, Social Work, Environmental Science, Fisheries, and or other related field; and
• Fluency in Cebuano, Tagalog and English languages.

Rare is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, national origin, sexual orientation or disability.

How to apply:

No phone calls, please. The fastest way to get a response is by applying online at http://www.rare.org/career-and-internship-opportunities

Organization: International Organization for Migration
Country: Somalia
Closing date: 04 May 2014

IOM Somalia, under its newly launched ****Strengthening Institutions through Diaspora Assistance – Migration for Development in Africa (MIDA-Sweden) project**** is looking for one (1) Somali diaspora professional specialized on Institutional Development and Capacity-Building with years of relevant professional experience and knowledge of the Somali Justice sector.

The selected candidate for this position will be based in Mogadishu - Federal Republic of Somalia for a ****1-year assignment**** to work in and with the Ministry of Justice and Constitutional Affairs. The selected candidate will be required to balance direct support with transfer of skills and knowledge to local staff of the host institution. Capacity-development is a key component of this assignment.

For more information on the project and the position and to apply online, please visit the MIDA website: www.quests-mida.org.

Note: this position is open to Somali diaspora professionals only. The deadline for applications is May 4th, 2014.

How to apply:

All eligible applicants must apply online through the MIDA website: www.quests-mida.org.

To start the application process, the applicants are required to register an account in the MIDA website. Go to login and register as a user, then fill the form and create a password to enter in the applications section.

Short-listed candidates will be informed of the status of their application.

If you encounter any problem when applying, please send an email to quests-mida@iom.int.

Organization: Global Climate Adaptation Partnership
Country: Nicaragua
Closing date: 18 Nov 2013

Climate Institutional and Capacity Building Expert

Location: Nicaragua (primary country) with regional focus

Position Type: Consultant, Project Based

The Global Climate Change Adaptation Partnership (GCAP) is an international company that develops robust, flexible climate adaptation solutions aligned with the unique institutional requirements of our clients, from national planning to local operations. Our distinctive approach combines in-depth knowledge and access to vast amounts of data-from climate to vulnerability, impacts and adaptation options-with strong operational and planning insights.

GCAP develops solutions through an expanding network of offices and leading experts located in regions where adaptation services are most in demand.

As the pace of climate change accelerates, businesses, donors and governments are increasingly engaging in efforts to determine sound climate adaptation solutions. In order to maintain its significant growth, GCAP seeks Climate Institutional and Capacity Building Experts to help support and provide technical excellence in our growing number of climate adaptation projects.

Successful candidates should meet the following criteria:

• 10-15 years of technical experience working on climate change, adaptation or related projects (including expertise in high priority climate change sectors)
• English speaking and comprehension fluency. Additional languages are a plus
• Ability to handle international and regional travel
• Excellent skills in time management
• Ability to work remotely from home office, company offices and independently
• Excellent Team player
• Excellent writing skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Relevant client experience
• Successful applicants must be committed to the GCAP vision: client oriented services, team building and multi-disciplinary assessment

Required Skills/Experience:

Due to the unique nature of Climate Adaptation projects, the following skills and experience are required:

• Technical experience working in the Climate Change and Climate Adaptation field
• Strong familiarity with the climate change adaptation issues in target location with proven networks within the government, private sector and civil societies
• Technical experience in institutional change, change management or theory of change
• Experience in training and capacity building including developing training materials, designing course sessions and full programmes, and facilitating/teaching sessions of multi-stakeholder audiences.
• Experience working across different sectors
• Experience working with government stakeholders in national and/or regional policy development and implementation in climate change activities

Position Purpose and Expectations:

• Working with GCAP on a project-by-project basis
• Successfully completing assigned tasks and deliverables on time and of the highest quality
• Working closely with senior leadership team and project managers

How to apply:

We encourage all qualified applicants interested in exploring future opportunities with GCAP and joining our extended network of leading practitioners to apply. If interested in working with GCAP on a project basis or exploring potential future long-term options, please send a CV, including your contact information, to jobs@climateadaptation.cc.

Organization: Tetra Tech
Country: Cape Verde
Closing date: 11 Nov 2013

Tetra Tech ARD, headquartered in Burlington, Vermont is currently accepting expressions of interest from qualified international candidates for water utility operations and water utility institutional development specialist positions on a Millennium Challenge Account (MCA) program in Cape Verde. The program seeks to improve water and sanitation services at the municipal level by implementing reforms to provide a financially sound, transparent and accountable institutional basis for the delivery of water and sanitation services to Cape Verdean households and businesses. These positions will be short term and require travel to Cape Verde.

Tetra Tech is seeking candidates for the following positions:*NO3. Customer and Commercial Management Specialist*NO4. Water and Sanitation Utility Operations Management Specialist*NO5. Non-Revenue Water Management Specialist*NO6. WASH Institutional Change Management Specialist*NO7. Senior Human Resources Specialist*NO9. Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Specialist*NO11. Senior Information, Education, and Communication (IEC) Specialist*NO12. WASH Utility Management Specialist*NO13. Asset Management/Capital Investment Specialist*NO16. Senior WASH Environmental Specialist*NO18. Senior Financial management and Economics Specialist*NO19. Senior Social and Gender Analysis Specialist

Qualifications: *Advanced degree in business administration, human resources management, engineering, economics, or related field relevant to institutional assessment and development;*Minimum 10 years of experience in evaluating the effectiveness of water utility institutions and organizational arrangements, implementing reforms, or in utility operations and management including capacity building;*A strong track record of improving organizations in terms of organizational structures, personnel procedures and utilization, and human capacity building; *Strong communications skills and ability to work with senior utility managers and government officials;*Fluency in English and Portuguese required.

To be considered applicants must submit the following as part of the on-line process:* Cover Letter, including indication of which position is being applied for* CV in reverse chronological format* Reference List* Completed Application Form

How to apply:

To Apply: https://careers.tetratechintdev.com/ARDCareers/App/InternationalPostingD...

Applications that do not meet the minimum requirements listed above will not be considered. No phone calls will be accepted.

Tetra Tech is committed to diversity and gender equality in all of its operations- in the U.S and overseas. We strive to reflect these goals in our global mission and in our workplace. We encourage applications from women and underrepresented ethnic, racial and cultural groups. Tetra Tech is proud to be an Affirmative Action/ Equal Opportunity Employer.

Organization: Habitat for Humanity International
Country: Slovakia
Closing date: 31 Oct 2013

As the Market Development Institutional Technical Assistance Specialist for the Housing Finance & Market Development Team with the Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) Area Office, you will serve as the subject matter expert for Europe and Central Asia with a focus on the National Organizations (NOs) and Branches throughout the region. You will have the exciting opportunity to utilize your strong knowledge of microfinance to partner with financial service organizations or similar networks to promote and further advance the Housing Finance & Market Development strategy and overall program in Europe and Central Asia, with a particular focus on Ukraine.

Interested Candidates should visit: http://www.habitatjobs.org/JobDetail.asp?jid=57982

You are someone who enjoys research and have solid experience facilitating training. You enjoy working in a multi-cultural environment and enjoy travel (because you may travel up to 40% throughout the region.) As the Market Development Institutional Technical Assistance Specialist you will be based at our regional office, located in Bratislava, Slovakia and report to our Senior Market Development and Investment Manager. You will be responsible for facilitating vibrant market approaches, with a focus on existing local market actors and institutions by focusing on the following 3 key areas:

1. INSTITUTIONAL TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE - Address the lack of know-how among market actors on how to serve low-income people with products, services, and/or financing

2. MOBILIZATION OF CAPITAL- Mobilize capital suitable to encourage leaps forward in innovation and scale of market actors serving the poor with their products, services, and/or financing

3. HOUSING SUPPORT SERVICES - Through market partners, provide non-financial market-based solutions/services for low-income housing to support households to pursue their housing goals (meet housing quality standards)

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

1. 5+ years’ experience in Microfinance, Housing Finance, Research or Development

2. 3+ years’ experience in management role

3. Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of Quantitative and Qualitative Analysis techniques

4. Proven experience conducting market research studies and established involvement in product development processes

5. Bachelor’s Degree

6. Fluency in English (spoken and written)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

1. Training skills and proven experience

2. Fluency in Russian (spoken and written)

3. Conversant with the regulatory framework for the Microfinance industry in Europe and Central Asia countries

How to apply:

Interested Candidates should visit: http://www.habitatjobs.org/JobDetail.asp?jid=57982

HFHI is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to employ and assign the best qualified personnel for all our positions in a manner that does not unlawfully discriminate against any person because of race, color, religion, gender, marital status, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, veterans/reserve national guard status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.

Organization: Management Sciences for Health
Country: Burkina Faso
Closing date: 18 Oct 2013

OVERVIEW: Through the Leadership, Management and Sustainability Program and the West Africa Leadership and Management Strengthening Project Associate Award, USAID and Management Sciences for Health (MSH) worked closely from 2011-2013 with the West African Health Organization (WAHO) to strengthen their leadership and management capacities to be a more visible leader for health matters in West Africa.

WAHO is the specialized health institution of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) and has a unique political mandate in the sub-region to influence health policy at the highest level within ECOWAS Member States (Benin, Burkina Faso, Cape Verde, Côte d’Ivoire, Ghana, Guinea, Guinea Bissau, Liberia, Mali, Niger, Nigeria, Senegal, Sierra Leone, the Gambia, and Togo) as well as to promote high standards for health, and facilitate harmonization of policies, pooling of resources, and the promotion of international collaboration to successfully face regional health challenges.

USAID/West Africa is looking to provide field support under the Leadership, Management and Governance Program (LMG) to expand on the institutional capacity building work with WAHO. LMG is a global five-year Cooperative Agreement awarded by USAID/Washington, designed to strengthen and expand the people-centered capacity building strategy pioneered under the previous Leadership, Management, and Sustainability Program. The LMG Project’s objective is to support health systems strengthening by addressing the gap in leadership, management and governance capacity of policy makers, health care providers and program managers to implement quality health services at all levels of the health system.

OVERALL RESPONSIBILITIES:The Senior Technical Advisor for Institutional Capacity Building (STA-ICB) will be LMG/West Africa’s senior expert providing technical assistance to WAHO. The STA-ICB will be posted at WAHO’s offices, embedded within WAHO. The nature of the technical assistance provided will focus on strengthening the institutional capacity of WAHO particularly in the areas of organizational development, program management, leadership, governance, advocacy, communication, negotiation, marketing, health information systems (HIS) and monitoring and evaluation (M&E). Additional technical focus will be on family planning, reproductive health and HIV and AIDS prevention with the sharing of best practices and the promotion of scaling up activities. The STA-ICB will be responsible for identifying specific technical assistance needs and managing a detailed technical assistance plan, providing technical oversight of all short-term technical assistance.

The STA-ICB will be responsible for maintaining strong working relationships with WAHO through the support of MSH home office and regional support teams. This is a highly visible position that requires establishing and maintaining professional contacts among high-level regional institutions, donors, the private sector, agencies, and Ministries of Health in member countries. The STA-ICB is expected to be self-motivated and to take initiative. S/he must possess knowledge of USAID/West Africa and WAHO regulations and procedures, as well as experience and maturity to exercise professional judgment in conducting activities with relevant counterparts to further USAID/West Africa and WAHO interests.

SPECIFIC RESPONSABILITIES:In close collaboration with WAHO senior level managers, the STA-ICB will provide support to WAHO staff and its focal points with the ECOWAS Ministries of Health in terms of capacity building in the areas of organizational strengthening, program management, leadership, advocacy, communication, negotiation and marketing as well as the identification and dissemination of best practices.

1. Coordinate and implement capacity building programs to strengthen the leadership and management capacity of WAHO staff and other health managers in the region using evidence-based tools and approaches.

2. Facilitate training sessions for ECOWAS country representatives and WAHO staff to build their leadership, management, and governance capacities and provide orientations on the implementation of WAHO policies.

3. Collaborate with the senior leadership of WAHO to develop strategic plans and incorporate strategic focuses (including family planning) in regional meetings and dialogue.

4. Provide technical assistance in the development of regional health policies and strategies.

5. Coordinate all activities closely with WAHO decision makers and USAID/West Africa.

6. Assist WAHO senior managers and in-country focal points, to identify opportunities and mechanisms that will improve collaboration and coordination with senior government officials, USAID bilateral missions and other donors including Global Fund, PEPFAR, the World Bank, and private corporations.

7. Supervise and oversee support to a long-term technical assistant who will work with WAHO HIS expert to operationalize and implement regional HIS policies and platforms.

8. Provide assistance to strengthen communication, collaboration and coordination between WAHO and Ministries of Health in ECOWAS countries to promote South-to-South knowledge exchange and sharing of best practices. Assist WAHO in its efforts to improve coordination with other donors and development partners in the region.

9. Provide assistance to WAHO to strengthen its capacity to assist Ministries of Health in ECOWAS countries in improving planning, HIS, M&E, data analysis and reporting on priority health programs in the region.

10. Provide technical assistance to WAHO in the areas of communications, resource mobilization and marketing.

11. Participate in WAHO internal meetings and site visits. Produce quarterly reports to WAHO and USAID/WA, and communicate regularly with USAID/WA project managers.

12. Liaise with USAID and other local and international partners to promote the institutional development of WAHO and its work in the West Africa region.

13. Document and share successes and lessons learned in the format of project reports, publications and presentations at all levels.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Advanced degree (Masters, PhD, or MD) in a health-related field or management field required.

• A minimum of 7 years of field experience in progressively responsible positions in development programs, with management, HIS, M&E, organizational development, leadership, advocacy, communication and negotiation and adult training skills. Experience with public/private sector, health organizations, and international donors, and non-governmental organizations is highly desirable. Previous work experience with regional institutions also highly desirable.

• Solid understanding of ECOWAS and West Africa’s economic, political, social and cultural environment and the role of the regional institutions and host governments, private and public sector, including NGOs, in addressing development objectives, priorities and issues required. Knowledge of USAID, PEPFAR, the World Bank, the Global Fund and other donor mechanisms highly desirable.

• Ability to use good judgment on sensitive topics, including ability to exercise independent judgment in prioritizing assigned tasks and in dealing with stakeholders at all levels and in the appropriate cultural and political context.

• Proven ability to interact professionally and effectively with senior managers, decision-makers, government officials, public and private donors, USG, and civil society.

• Practical and analytical skills necessary to translate data or information into concrete actions.

• Excellent oral and written communications skills and ability to work in a large team and build good working relationship with all stakeholders.

• Proficiency in computer use, particularly Microsoft Office applications for word processing, PowerPoint, email, and Excel.

• Fluent written and oral proficiency in English and French required. Must be able to communicate effectively in both languages. Portuguese language ability would be an advantage.

• Willingness to relocate to Bobo Dioulasso and travel within West Africa up to 50% time.

How to apply:

Please apply at https://jobs-msh.icims.com/jobs/6910/senior-technical-advisor-for-instit....

Organization: Cuso International
Country: Philippines
Closing date: 31 Oct 2013

PROGRAM: ‘Diasporas for Development Initiative’ (DfD)
PARTNER NAME: Carood Watershed Model Forest Management Council
LOCATION: Bohol, Philippines
LENGTH OF PLACEMENT: 3 months in-country followed by 3 months distance support
START DATE: January 2014
ASSESSMENT & TRAINING: Must be available for full day assessment in Chicago in November and for 5-day training in Washington in December (see below for travel support offered)
FUNDING ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Must be an American Citizen or Permanent Resident
LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS: Fluency in English and working knowledge of Tagalog/Filipino

*This placement is conditional upon availability of funds from our donors.

THE VOLUNTEER’S ROLE:

Overall placement purpose:

To provide strategic organizational and governance development support to the Carood Watershed Model Forest Management Council and the Technical Working Group (TWG) to develop an organizational framework and a manual of operations for the Council leading to a new phase of institutional and management development based on concrete opportunities for consolidation and partnership. The Carood Watershed Model Forest Management Council is a body supported by the Bohol Environment Management Office (BEMO) under the Provincial Government of Bohol and the Department of Environment and Natural Resources which is tasked with the sustainable management of natural resources in Bohol province.

Specific Objectives:

• Provide strategic organizational and governance development support to the Council;
• Support the establishment of a Council Board, a functional TWG, sub-committees and a Secretariat, if needed;
• Recommend an organizational framework and a manual of operations for the Council leading to a new phase of organizational development based on concrete opportunities for consolidation and partnership; and,
• Provide guidance in activating the SEC registration of the CWMFMC;
• According to technical guidelines, develop 2 separate e-volunteer Scopes of Work that allow remote e-volunteers to support the local partner in their livelihoods programming;
• Provide additional remote support to partner organizations after their return to the US through e-volunteering and/or e-mentoring for a period of between 2 and 3 months following their return for an estimated 7 hours/week.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

Essential requirements

• Degree in Organizational Development, Change Management, Business Management, Economics, Marketing, Public Administration, Natural Resource Management or related field;
• 3-5 years’ experience at a senior level of organizational, program or project management;
• Experience in organizational governance and/or change management.

Desirable

• Experience or knowledge of enterprise development approaches for poor rural communities and in an agricultural context would be an added advantage;
• Knowledge in agricultural commodity industry development and marketing;
• Experience in rural village development and community group development;
• Experience in conducting value chain analysis;
• Experience in training, mentoring or coaching;
• Experience working in the Philippines.
• Significant personal or professional ties to the country or region of the placement**

** Significant personal ties include persons having immediate or extended family relations or ancestry in the country of the placement. Significant professional ties include persons who have lived and worked in the specific country of the placement for a period of 2 or more years.

TRAINING AND FINANCIAL SUPPORT:

Our training and support package covers the costs of being an overseas volunteer, allowing you to enjoy a modest but healthy lifestyle while you volunteer abroad. This includes:

• Attendance at a Cuso International assessment day (candidates must cover the first $150 of the most cost-effective travel expenses and accommodation costs).
• Travel and accommodation costs associated with pre-departure training.
• Return airfare and visa/permit (this includes a return flight in the case of a family emergency).
• Coverage for required vaccinations, medications and comprehensive health insurance.
• Accommodation while overseas.
• A modest living allowance during the overseas placement, which varies depending on the country where you are placed.
• End of service payment following the completion of the overseas part of the placement.

ABOUT THE INITIATIVE

The ‘Diasporas for Development Initiative’ is a public private partnership generously supported by USAID and Accenture, implemented by Cuso International.

The ‘Diasporas for Development Initiative’ is a two year pilot project designed to address the challenge of human resource gaps in developing countries, often due to ‘brain drain,’ by engaging US-based volunteers to share their skills with Cuso’s local program partners.

The program takes a two pronged approach to promoting diaspora engagement in countries of ancestry:

1. Developing partnerships with Diaspora Partner Organizations (DPO’s) in the U.S. through reciprocal exchange of support; and,

2. Recruiting US-based professionals from the diaspora to share their skills in support of projects that build employability and entrepreneurship skills in their countries of ancestry (focus on Secure Livelihoods).

ABOUT USAID

The U.S. Agency for International Development provides economic, development and humanitarian assistance around the world in support of the foreign policy goals of the United States. Spending less than one-half of 1 percent of the federal budget, USAID works in over 100 countries to promote broad-scale human progress at the same time it expands stable, free societies, creates markets and trade partners for the United States, and fosters good will abroad. For more information, visit www.usaid.gov.

ABOUT ACCENTURE

Accenture is a global management consulting, technology services and outsourcing company, with 259,000 people serving clients in more than 120 countries. Combining unparalleled experience, comprehensive capabilities across all industries and business functions, and extensive research on the world’s most successful companies, Accenture collaborates with clients to help them become high-performance businesses and governments. Through its Skills to Succeed corporate citizenship focus, Accenture is committed to equipping 500,000 people around the world by 2015 with the skills to get a job or build a business. The company generated net revenues of US$27.9 billion for the fiscal year ended Aug. 31, 2012. Its home page is www.accenture.com.

ABOUT CUSO INTERNATIONAL

Cuso International is a non-profit development organization that works through volunteers. Each year, we send hundreds of global citizens to work on collaborative development projects in more than 20 countries in Africa, Asia, Latin America, and the Caribbean. We are one of North America’s leading international development organizations that works through volunteers.

How to apply:

APPLICATION PROCESS

Please apply online at http://www.cusointernational.org/volunteer/apply-online quoting referral code PH0563/0004/0001 and the name of the placement. Please demonstrate clearly how you meet the funding eligibility requirements in your statement of interest.

Organization: Trócaire
Country: Ireland
Closing date: 10 Sep 2013

Description of the unit / department: The Institutional Funding Unit (IFU) is part of Trócaire’s International Division and is responsible for overseeing and supporting funding applications and reporting to institutional donors such as Irish and UK Governments, the European Commission and others. The Unit consists of the following staff:• Head of Institutional Funding Unit• Institutional Funding Coordinator • 5 Institutional Funding Advisors (IFAs) including this position and two based in Belfast• 1 Programme Support Analyst• 1 InternIn addition to the Ireland-based staff, there are currently seven Institutional Funding Officer positions based overseas, with a particular remit for seeking and managing funds from institutional donors in Trócaire’s programme countries.Background to the Role: Trócaire receives funding from institutional donors, such as Irish Aid, the European Union (EU) and DfID. The focus of this post will be in maximising income and ensuring effective management of funds from the EU.Reporting to: Head of Institutional Funding or Institutional Funding CoordinatorWorking with: IFU Global team (Head Office and field-based) Managing: (Individuals/Team) N/AContract Type: Fixed termContract Duration: 3 yearsGrade and Scale: Programme OfficerLocation of Position Maynooth, Ireland. Scope of the Role: The Institutional Funding Advisor (IFA) will work as part of the Institutional Funding team and will have particular responsibility for identifying and exploiting potential funding opportunities with the European Union (EU). The IFA will be responsible for identifying funding opportunities with EU programmes, ensuring Trocaire submissions meet EU requirements, ensuring EU grant management requirements are understood and adhered to and ensuring effective reporting to the EU. The IFA will work closely with the field-based Institutional Funding Officers (IFOs) in respect of these responsibilities.
The IFA will also maintain a flexible approach in contributing towards other Institutional Funding Unit (IFU) functions. Safeguarding Children Policy: It is not envisaged that this role will have direct contact with children.Key Duties & Responsibilities • Identify and continuously update information on potential sources of institutional funding from the EU.• Gather intelligence, carry out advocacy work around financing for development and develop and maintain a professional and productive relationship with the EU.• In conjunction with the Head of IFU and relevant Country Directors, set projections for EU income, and define strategy around engaging with the EU.• Support programme staff in the development of concept notes and proposals to EU.• Provide training, support and advice to Trócaire staff in the preparation and submission of funding proposals to the EU and in the management of EU funded contracts.• Ensure information is made available to Trócaire staff on EU requirements. • Undertake field trips as needed, in collaboration with programme staff, to monitor projects/programmes funded by the EU.• Represent Trócaire at relevant fora as required, e.g. CIDSE Co-financing Group meetings.• Keep the MIS database up to-date in compliance with IFU requirements.• Play an active role in the Institutional Funding team, including support for and collaboration with other IF Officers and Advisors.• Other duties as may be specified by Trócaire from time to time.Person Specification – Essential Requirements (E)(E) Qualification • Relevant third level qualification or its equivalent.(E) Experience • A minimum of 2 years experience in securing and managing funds for development work overseas from the EU (including preparation of donor proposals and reports). • 2 years experience of working overseas on development projects in developing countries. • Working with partner organisations.• Training/capacity building in a multi-cultural environment (E) Skills • Strong financial management capacity, including excellent numeracy skills for budgeting and financial analysis.• Fluency and outstanding writing skills in English.• Fluency and outstanding writing skills in French and/or Spanish• Strong project planning, monitoring and evaluation skills, using logical frameworks.• Excellent organisational and interpersonal skills.• Proven capacity for strategic and analytical thinking.• Computer literate.(E) Qualities • Strong commitment to principles of partnership, solidarity and social justice.• Good interpersonal relationships and team work skills in a multi cultural environment.• Excellent networking skills with the ability to establish good relationships, confident in engaging with senior people.• Culturally sensitive and diplomatic.• Willingness to travel frequently and independently• Self motivated with proven ability to take the initiative. • Good team player and able to establish strong working relationships with colleagues in Head Office and overseas • Able to prioritise tasks and work to deadlines.• Flexible and adaptable.• Accuracy and attention to detail.• Able to learn from experience and apply to future work.(E) Other • Good understanding of policy and advocacy towards the EU on issues to do with financing for development.Person Specification – Desirable Requirements (D)(D) Qualification • Post graduate level education in development studies or a relevant subject.(D) Experience • Substantive experience of development work in Africa, Asia and/or Latin America. • Substantive experience in one or more of Trócaire priority sectors: livelihood security, environmental justice, governance, human rights, disaster risk reduction, gender, HIV.

Closing Date for applications is 10th September 2013

How to apply:

Please apply through Trocaire website; www.trocaire.org/jobs

Organization: Tetra Tech
Country: Cape Verde
Closing date: 20 Sep 2013

Tetra Tech ARD, headquartered in Burlington, Vermont is currently accepting expressions of interest from qualified candidates for potential Utility Specialist positions on a MCC funded program in Cape Verde. The program seeks to improve water and sanitation services at the municipal level by making implementing reforms to provide a financially sound, transparent and accountable institutional basis for the delivery of water and sanitation services to Cape Verdean households and businesses. These positions will be short term and require travel to Cape Verde.

Responsibilities: *Conduct institutional assessments of municipal water and sanitation service organizations to identify organizational, financial, and managerial issues that are ripe for improvement;*Provide technical assistance and training to municipal and utility officials to implement institutional reforms to facilitate a transition of water and sanitation services to a more efficient, accountable, and transparent organizational framework.

Qualifications: *Advanced degree in business administration, human resources management, or related field relevant to institutional assessment and development;*Minimum 10 years of experience in evaluating the effectiveness of institutions and organizational arrangements;*A strong track record of improving organizations in terms of organizational structures, personnel procedures and utilization, and human capacity building; *Strong communications skills and ability to work with senior utility managers and government officials;*Fluency in English and Portuguese required.

To be considered applicants must submit the following as part of the on-line process:* Cover Letter* CV in reverse chronological format* Reference List

How to apply:

Applications that do not meet the minimum requirements listed above will not be considered. No phone calls will be accepted.To apply: https://careers.tetratechintdev.com/ARDCareers/App/InternationalPostingD...

Please indicate where you saw Tetra Tech ARD’s ad postedTetra Tech is committed to diversity and gender equality in all of its operations- in the U.S and overseas. We strive to reflect these goals in our global mission and in our workplace. We encourage applications from women and underrepresented ethnic, racial and cultural groups. Tetra Tech is proud to be an Affirmative Action/ Equal Opportunity Employer.

Organization: Terre des hommes
Country: Albania
Closing date: 08 Sep 2013

Terre des hommes has been operating in Albania since early 2000’s, starting operating projects on addressing child trafficking issues and gradually moving to contributing to the building of a national system of child protection in the country.

After 10 years of experiences in the country, and taking into consideration the amount of accumulated experience and overall contribution in the field of child protection and child rights in Albania, Terre des hommes Albania is seeking a consultant to conduct a capitalization of experiences and lead the institutional learning process to in order to analyse our experiences and facilitate collective learning based on these experiences.

Background

From 2001 to 2012, gradually and strategically moving from an issue-based vertical intervention on cross-border child trafficking, Terre des hommes has extended its intervention towards a system-building approach and the mainstreaming of child trafficking issues into the development of more sustainable structures, coordination mechanisms and comprehensive strategies to create a basis for the protection of children from all forms of abuse, exploitation and trafficking. Looking retrospectively from the initial projects, this institutional learning exercise would particularly focus on the projects from TACT II 2006 to CPSN project 2012, in order to draw the lessons learned and good practices of strategy changes.

Purpose

The purpose of this exercise will be to reflect, identify and document the mass of knowledge and lessons learned across the various programmes, from the beginning of its operations in Albania to the end of CPSN program, and transform it into institutional capital by using a systematic, reflective and participatory approach.

The results of the institutional learning exercise will be twofold:

• Provide a synthetic and comprehensive document containing a descriptive history of programme evolvement, a summary of main achievements and impact across the years and consolidated and validated lessons learnt from the 10 years programme experience.
• Offer a concrete example of implementation of a comprehensive CPS project analyzed and presented based on the institutional model of action of Tdh in order to spread tools, examples of interventions and lessons learned to all Tdh Delegations.

This exercise is expected to bring about a greater collective awareness among all key stakeholders involved in the process on the areas for change and ensure their participation in developing recommendations for improvement both at the programme and organizational level.

Timeframe: The final product of this institutional learning process has to be finalised no later than December 10th.

Required experience and skills of the consultant:

• Demonstrated experience in conducting such processes, particularly through participatory methodologies;• In-depth knowledge on child protection issues and system-building;• Social field related academic background;• Excellent analytical and report writing skills;• Outstanding level of English (the research is to be written in English)

All persons who work with Terre des hommes Foundation programs are obliged to respect the Tdh Child Protection Policy and Procedures (the policy will be communicated before signature of the contract with the selected applicant)

For further information, see attached TOR

How to apply:

The interested applicants should submit to Ms Blerta Spahiu (blerta.spahiu@tdhalbania.org) • A letter of Interest highlighting the related experiences (no more than 2 pages)• An English CV• Two writing samples in English, one of which being a similar work, highlighting the methodology used• An estimated budget for the consultancy;

Organization: UN Children's Fund
Country: Panama
Closing date: 10 Aug 2013

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

Develop a study on policy prospects for achieving better learning opportunities for children, adolescents and young people in Latin America and the Caribbean analyzing the main challenges, structural underpinnings and options of new educational policies. At the same time, support UNICEF TACRO with the preparation of a proposal for a regional seminar to discuss a potential regional agenda around learning.

For more information read the attached Terms of Reference.

How to apply:

To apply, please send updated CVs for each member of the team, a one-page description of your institution, Vendor Form, to include your institution in our system, (attached), as well as the proposed conceptual framework, the methodology, the schema for the study, and budget to: panamarecruit@unicef.org. The deadline for receipt of applications is August 10, 2013.

Organization: American Red Cross
Country: Haiti
Closing date: 09 Aug 2013

The American Red Cross (ARC) International Services Department (ISD) seeks to prevent and alleviate human suffering around the world by responding to disasters, building safer, more resilient communities, and educating future humanitarians. The American Red Cross continues to deepen and expand its international programming while also working to strengthen the global Red Cross Red Crescent Network, in order to deliver critical assistance to some of the most vulnerable communities in the world.

The ARC Haiti Assistance Program (HAP) was established to direct the organization’s response to the 2010 Earthquake in Haiti. HAP activities focus on integrated community recovery and preparedness interventions in Haiti working within the Red Cross/Red Crescent Network, particularly with the Haitian Red Cross and also through external partners.

SUMMARY:

Under the direct supervision of the Deputy Country Representative-Programs, the Institutional Change and Development Delegate is responsible for identifying opportunities for the ARC to engage with, and provide technical support to the Haitian Red Cross Society (HRC) on aspects related to business and organizational development (OD), performance and effectiveness in service delivery. More specifically, the Institutional Change and Development Delegate will be responsible for supporting HRC in the coordination of an institutional assessment, the development of a business plan and its implementation. This position may require up to 30% travel.

This is a full time position for a minimum of 366 days with the possibility of extension. This is an unaccompanied post.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Institutional Change and Development Delegate’s responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

•Identifies and facilitates opportunities for ARC to support the Haitian Red Cross Society (HRC) in its institutional growth and ensures these objectives are incorporated into all ARC/HRC joint programs and post-earthquake recovery program activities. •Leads the development of the HRC business strategy and supports in the execution of a plan that enables the HRC governing body, leadership, employees and volunteers to excel in achieving its vision. •Facilitates, coaches and mentors HRC leadership and change agents in the alignment and integration of people, processes and technology, vision and strategy; leadership, business goals and culture.•Provides advice and support to HRC in business process management including the formulation/fine-tuning of systems, policies, procedures, rules & regulations and guidelines to strengthen the HRC’s institutional capacity, effectiveness and accountability. •In close collaboration with the HRC, designs sustainable project/programs that enhance organizational development & effectiveness of the HRC Headquarters and branches. •Provides general program management oversight of the ARC’s OD portfolio in accordance with project proposal plans, budgets, timelines and minimum standards, this includes all aspects of the project management cycle including organizational assessment, design, set-up, joint planning, implementation, monitoring & evaluation, reporting and transition of an organizational change and development program.•Provides project management/technical/problem solving support to HRC for ARC funded OD projects.•Supports in the development of resource mobilization and retention of staff and volunteers leading to greater self-sustainability of service-delivery.•Monitors and keep Senior Management informed of critical issues that could adversely impact the ARC/HRC OD Program.•Promotes continued understanding and conceptualization of Red Cross organizational development & effectiveness and capacity building strategies within ARC/HRC programs.•Supports the Country Representative to ensure ARC/HRC organizational development model is aligned with the wider International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement efforts in organizational development and capacity building.•Closely collaborates, plans and exchanges learning’s with HRC, other PNS and IFRC on issues regarding institutional strengthening of the HRC to ensure complimentarity.•Actively participates in cross-departmental and cross-regional initiatives which directly relate to HAP OD and/or broader ARC ISD strategies.

QUALIFICATIONS:

•Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s degree preferred in Business Management, Finance, Economics or other Organizational Development related fields.•Must have a minimum of 7 years relevant experience.•Thorough knowledge of the theories, concepts and practices of organizational development & effectiveness, leadership and change management.•Proven experience in the development and implementation of a wide-range of management systems (policies, procedures, tools, processes). •Proven experience in strong project management (program design, set-up, planning, implementation, reporting, monitoring, evaluation, transition, financial management).•Strong experience in executive level management within a non-profit organization, required.•Proven leadership, mentoring, team building, relationship building, negotiating and influencing skills.•Demonstrated ability to work effectively in dynamic and demanding operational environment with multi-cultural staff in the humanitarian and relief sectors.•Demonstrated ability in networking and developing relationships with various partners and stakeholders. •Familiarity with Red Cross/Red Crescent Movement, desirable.•Flexible in approach, fair, decisive, active problem solver and strategic thinker with a highly developed business acumen.•Excellent oral and written communication skills, required.•Must have strong computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.•Must be proficient in French and English, knowledge in Creole, desirable.

The American Red Cross is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

How to apply:

Apply online at https://www.americanredcross.apply2jobs.com. Please reference requisition number NHQ35372.

Organization: UN Children's Fund
Country: Madagascar
Closing date: 16 Aug 2013

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UNICEF MADAGASCAR

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