NGO JOBS

Organization: British Council
Country: Malaysia
Closing date: 19 Jan 2014

We are looking for 4 project managers to be part of an exciting project with the Malaysian Ministry of Education starting as soon as possible. These posts will be based in East Malaysia.

This is an excellent development opportunity for anyone interested in teacher training or mentoring in a rural, primary context and a unique chance to experience the biodiversity of Borneo from within its fascinating culture.

You will be responsible for a dispersed team of teacher-development mentors working to provide and support Malaysian early primary teachers with methodology training, teaching resources and continuous professional development in order to improve the teaching of English in Malaysia. You will also contribute to the academic planning, design, delivery, monitoring and evaluation of the project.

This is a rewarding opportunity for you to make a real difference to classroom teaching and learning in East Malaysia.

So, what are we offering?

• A monthly gross salary ranges from RM 13,512 to RM 14,339 (starting point on scale depends on your qualification and experience)
• Flights, relocation and settling-in expenses
• Transportation
• Comprehensive health insurance

And what are we looking for?

• You should be between 27 and 63 years old (this is a requirement set by the MoE for this post).
• You should have an undergraduate/university degree.
• You should also have an internationally recognised TEFL Diploma (Cambridge DELTA/Trinity DipTESOL) or equivalent post-graduate teaching qualification (i.e., PGCE/B.Ed in Primary/relevant subject)
• You should also have significant relevant teaching experience, teacher training skills and experience of relevant project management. Experience of mentoring and managing projects in developing contexts would be an added advantage.

To get a flavour of what’s involved, watch our promotional recording here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xSOokMp8Y4k

The British Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all of its partners to share this commitment. British Council appointments are subject to Criminal Records Bureau checks in the UK and equivalent systems overseas.

The United Kingdom’s international organisation for cultural relations and educational opportunities. A registered charity: 209131 (England and Wales). SC037733 (Scotland). The British Council believes that all children have potential and that every child matters - everywhere in the world. The British Council affirms the position that all children have the right to be protected from all forms of abuse as set out in article 19, UNCRC, 1989.

How to apply:

Interested applicants should go to our E-recruitment jobs portal via the link http://jobs.britishcouncil.org and submit an application online.

Enquiries about the post can be sent to recruitment@britishcouncil.org.my

We regret that only short-listed applicants will be notified.

CVs and resumes will not be accepted as formal applications.

Organization: Save the Children
Country: Democratic Republic of the Congo
Closing date: 02 Oct 2013

Save the Children is the world’s leading independent organisation for children. We work in 120 countries. We save children’s lives; we fight for their rights; we help them fulfil their potential.

We work together, with our partners, to inspire breakthroughs in the way the world treats children and to achieve immediate and lasting change in their lives.

We have over two million supporters worldwide and raised 1.6 billion dollars last year to reach more children than ever before, through programmes in health, nutrition, education, protection and child rights, also in times of humanitarian crises.

Save the Children in DRC

Save the Children began working in the Democratic Republic of Congo in 1994 when the conflict started in the east of the country. The Democratic Republic of Congo is acknowledged to be one of the most d ifficult countries in which to grow up. Access to essential services is very limited and children are subject to widespread exploitation and abuse, including recruitment into armed groups, forced labour, sexual abuse and abandonment.

WE ARE LOOKING FOR 2 LOGISTICS MANAGERS FOR TWO (2) OF OUR FIELDS OFFICES

The role
It is to coordinate effective logistics support to Save the Children's programmes specifically for the implementation of the Child Protection, Education and Health and Nutrition projects in the field office.

Qualifications and experience
* Competent and organised logistician with previous NGO international experience
* Experience of working in emergencies.
* Experien ce of procurement, warehousing, stock control and transport and distribution of goods.
* Vehicle fleet management experience.
* Experience of using Codan radio systems, satellite phones and communications procedures in an emergency setting
* High awareness of security considerations, with the ability to develop plans for personal security/evacuation procedures
* Strong administrative and organisational skills.
* Good interpersonal skills, the ability to communicate clearly and effectively and build relationships at all levels, taking into account cultural and language differences.
* Resourcefulness and the ability to prioritise and cope with large amounts of work under pressure.
* The ability to work closely within a team and to improvise and work in an atmosphere that can be stressful.
* Patient, adaptable and flexible
* Ability to travel frequently
* Fluent in French language.

We need to keep children safe so our selection process reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse.

Please apply in English using your CV and covering letter as a single document, including your salary expectations for this role.

How to apply:

Please apply with a covering letter and up-to-date CV to:
asobossi.68939.3830@savethechildrenint.aplitrak.com

Country: South Africa, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
Closing date: 04 Oct 2013

ACTIONAID INTERNATIONALDirectorate of International Fundraising and Communications2 X Business Development ManagersLocation: Any country where ActionAid has an office. Preferably Johannesburg, Nairobi, London or one of our regional offices in Asia (preferably Bangkok)National Terms and Conditions of Employment will applySalary Offer: £ 36, 035

A career opportunity has arrived with ActionAid International for two Business Development Manager to utilize an entrepreneurial approach in working with program, finance and related staff to develop and submit donor proposals and tender bids that are evidence based; demonstrate impact and offer value for money to donors. S/he also conducts regular research on non-traditional funding sources and manages consortium partnerships with NGOs and private sector consultancy firms where appropriate to leverage ActionAid’s funding prospects. Strengthening the skills of other staff is also a key part of the job through training, mentoring, coaching and peer review and feedback on proposals.

Qualifications Requirements:

Entrepreneurial profile with experience of developing winning, evidence based proposals and tender bids that demonstrate impact and offer value for money to institutional donors such as EU, ECHO, DFID, USAID and UN.Excellent writing skills to appeal to target institutional donor audience.Understanding and experience of working with project design and logic models such as Logical Framework Approach.Minimum of five years’ experience with an NGO in senior programme management position(s) involving proposal development.Excellent interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills to work effectively in a multi-cultural environment, often at a distance.Ability to prioritise own workload and work with minimal supervision.English Language proficiencyField level NGO experience.Knowledge of Human Rights Based Approach (HRBA)Essential knowledge and Experience:Knowledge of French, Spanish and/or Portuguese.

Qualifications Requirements:Minimum postgraduate degree in Social Sciences, Development Studies, Human Rights, Political Science or other relevant discipline.

How to apply:

Application Procedures

Further information relating to this position can be obtained from our website at www.actionaid.org/jobs

Applications should be sent with your CV, motivation cover letter and two names of your nominated referees to: frcomms.jhb@actionaid.org by no later than 04th October 2013. Please clearly indicate which position you are applying for. We respect all candidates but we can only respond to shortlisted candidates.Although all applications will be considered on their individual merit, suitably qualified women are especially encouraged to apply.

Organization: Norwegian Refugee Council
Country: Syrian Arab Republic
Closing date: 08 Sep 2013

Syria is facing the largest humanitarian crisis of the 21st century with hostilities on-going, the number of refugees in the neighboring countries approaching 2 million and estimated 4 million in need of humanitarian assistance inside the country. in the neighboring countries. NRC assists Syrian refugees in Jordan, Lebanon and Iraq as well as people displaced inside Syria. NRC’s displacement response comprises shelter, distribution, education, water and sanitation, information and counselling. The response in the field has grown rapidly along with the dramatic rise in the displacement figures. All in all close to 600 national and 35 international NRC staff are engaged in the regional response, with an expected turnover of 75 million USD in 2013. NRC has been responding to the needs of the displaced by the Syrian conflict through a variety of interventions including provision and upgrade of temporary shelters, distribution of non-food items or upgrade to water and sanitation systems for displaced in collective accommodation.

We are looking for WASH Project Managers and Coordinators (PMs/PCs) who are availble for rapid deployment to the region. The PMs/PCs will be responsible for the planning and implementation of WASH projects including upgrading water and sanitation structures or waste management processes with a specific focus on innovative implementation approaches, including where possible through cash and voucher based programming, and strong monitoring and evaluation systems.

Job description

• Plan and implement emergency WASH projects/programs rooted in participatory needs assessment and in-depth contextual analysis;
• Select and implement WASH mechanisms suited to the humanitarian context and ensure strong monitoring and evaluation mechanisms are in place;
• Supervise, recruit, mentor, coach and capacity-build local staff;
• Ensure sound and pro-active financial management, compliance with NRC standards, donor requirements, and cost effectiveness measures;
• Prepare proposals, concept notes, budgets, reports to donors in accordance with timelines and guidelines;
• Represent NRC in relevant external meetings, ensure follow up on strategic inter-agency discussion and NRC positioning within the humanitarian community;
• Provide input to the development/updating of response strategies and action plans.

Personal qualities

• Goal oriented and visionary;
• Ability to work under pressure, in a team as well as independently and with limited supervision;
• Ability and willingness to work and live under difficult conditions;
• Practical sense and willingness and ability to contribute to other aspects of humanitarian assistance, e.g. logistics;
• Flexibility, creativity, high accountability standards and a good sense of humor;
• Strong organizational skills;
• Patience, adaptability, and the capacity to work with little infrastructure and in difficult conditions, including transport limitations;
• Flexibility, creativity and a good sense of humor;
• All employees of the Norwegian Refugee Council should be able to adhere to NRC Code of Conduct and the four organizational values: Dedicated, innovative, inclusive and accountable

Qualifications

• Higher degree, preferably in engineering or related field of study;
• Training and/or experience in related humanitarian areas e.g. camp management, distribution, and/or emergency preparedness, will be considered an asset;
• Experienced field worker with at least 5 years of implementation of emergency WASH programs/projects;
• Proven experience in project and program management including knowledge of PCM frameworks, solid understanding of M&E as well as humanitarian standards (HAP, SPHERE etc.);
• Experience from complex emergencies and/or natural disasters in demanding security environments;
• Experience in implementation cash and voucher based projects will be considered an asset;
• Experience from coordination mechanisms, in particular within the emergency WASH cluster system;
• Proven experience in assessing, designing, implementing, and monitoring WASH activities in emergencies;
• Experience in strategic thinking and planning processes, ability to set priorities, prepare manageable work plans and to evaluate progress;
• Proven skills in report/proposal writing;
• Management and leadership skills, proven capacities in team building, staff mentoring;
• A high level of awareness and sensitivity to the particular needs and capacities of women, girls, men and boys affected by humanitarian crises;
• A strong understanding of cultural and religious sensitivities;
• Fluency in English, both oral and written, knowledge of Arabic / Turkish an asset;
• Holder of a valid international driver’s license;
• Computer skills (common software programs, AutoCad or similar considered an asset).

We offer

Commencement: As soon as possible
- Contract period: 1-3 months, with possible extension
- Duty station: To be confirmed/duty station may be subject to change during the assignment.

How to apply:

http://www.webcruiter.no/WcMain/AdvertViewPublic.aspx?oppdragsnr=1877074...

Contact persons:
Elisabeth Settemsdal Recruitment Advisor (+47) 99 02 03 22
Bendik Sørvig Programme Adviser (+47) 948 45 748

Organization: MzN International
Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
Closing date: 20 Sep 2013

ABOUT USMzN | International is a non-profit association of development and aid professionals working with NGOs and donors to make humanitarian aid more efficient.With more than 75 staff and consultants in more than 12 countries, we apply our expertise and network to help with fundraising, recruitment, finance & grant management, training, and other services to increase their impact.

WHAT WE OFFERCandidates who are successful in their application will receive an attractive salary and remuneration package. Candidates may be considered for more than one of the posts currently available without having to submit multiple applications. This process ensures that candidates can apply efficiently and that the best candidates are matched with the most suitable post. Candidates will become part of a modern and professional consulting company putting the needs of the beneficiaries and NGOs first. Our aim is enhance the efficiency of humanitarian action.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Financial Management & Reporting• Prepare and maintain UK books of accounts in accordance with Finance Management Policies and Procedures;• Submit a monthly report to the Financial Controller • Receive, review and process all supplier invoices and make payments when approved• Process the monthly UK and international staff payroll, ensuring direct transfer to staff salary accounts and remitting the payroll deductions to the correct government authorities;

• Processing all bank transactions and reconcile all transactions. Submitting the bank reconciliation with the bank statement to the Financial Controller on a monthly basis;• Make payment for advances for staff travel • Prepare financial reports for each donor /partner in coordination with technical reports in accordance to the donor/partner requirements; submit all reports to the Financial Controller for review prior to submitting to the donor.• Ensure monthly management accounts are reviewed and variances are acted on by budget holders in the countries• Prepare budgets and update cash flow projections for the country office

1. Financial Systems Development• Work with the Financial Controller to improve financial systems in the UK office

2. Legal, security and Risk Management• Work with the external auditors in to complete required statutory audits;• Work with the Financial Controller to ensure compliance with all local statutory law, including in-country taxation, pension legislation and insurance

3. Human Resources• Ensure that time sheets are completed by all UK staff on a monthly basis and prepare the summary in accordance with the monthly timetable.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONSEssential:
MUST HAVE RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK
• Part-qualified / fully qualified accountant in recognised global body e.g. ACCA, ACA, CIMA;• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree from a recognised university;• Working knowledge of accounting software;• Minimum of 2 years experience, in an accounting role;• Excellent computer skills with high proficiency in Microsoft excel;• Good analytical and reporting skills;• High level of English, both written and spoken;• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; and• Strong ability, to be able to manage and prioritise multiple tasks

Desirable:
• A knowledge of NGO donors and their financial reporting requirements

Work Based Skills and Competencies:

Essential:
• Good attention to detail• Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines • Accurate and thorough in work • Good collaboration with colleagues inside and outside finance

Desirable:• Problem-solving skills• Initiative • Keen to develop new skills • Analysis of financial data

How to apply:

MzN | International will evaluate CVs based solely on the above required qualifications. Candidates who do not meet these qualifications will not be considered. We regret that due to the volume of applications we can only contact successful applicants.

Please visit http://mzninternational.catsone.com/careers/ and apply for the position through our jobs portal. We will only accept CVs in our standard format which you can download, complete and upload to the system via the link