NGO JOBS

Organization: UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs
Country: United States of America
Closing date: 31 Jan 2014

Duty Station: New York
Estimated Start Date: 01/03/2014
Duration of need: 11 months with a possibility of extension

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The position is located in the Office of Director (OD), Coordination and Response Division (CRD), Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA). The Recruitment Officer reports to the Deputy Director in CRD.

Recruitment and placement

(a) Projects and monitors vacant posts of at Headquarters within CRD and in the field and ensures adherence to policies and procedures in filling these posts; (b) Oversees preparation of vacancy announcements both the multiple-duty station vacancies for rostering purposes and single vacancies, reviews applications and provides short-lists to substantive offices; (c) Arranges and conducts interviews for selection of candidates; (d) Reviews recommendation on the selection of candidate by client offices; (e) Participates in task forces and working groups identifying issues/problems, formulating policies and guidelines, and establishing new procedures; (f) Ensures that statistics (e.g. the number of applicants, the number of short-listed candidates, the number of interviews, etc) are kept up to date for record keeping and information sharing purposes and maintains a database of Rostercandidates; (g) Conducts an analysis of Roster candidates and maintains contacts with potential candidates to keep the Roster active and also determine future needs; (h) Participates in the UN Secretariat wide/inter-agency recruitment outreach missions and organizes outreach activities in consultation with other divisions responsible for respective Rosters, and as appropriate discussesrecruitment and other human resources matters for field positions with government officials.

Field staffing and workforce planning

(a) Develops a standardized approach to field staffing within CRD to facilitate the work of the Administrative Services Branch, including identifying staffing priorities taking into account the humanitarian contexts and the work and cost plans of each field unit; (b)Assists Sections in the event of a corporate emergency, enabling effective interaction with OCHA’s recruitment and surgemechanism, such as the Emergency Response Roster and Stand-by Partnership Programme and short-term recruitments to ensure seamless transition from short-term deployment and mid-term and to long term staff deployment; (c) Establishes and maintains field staffing tables for each country office and keep track of staff’s movement for workforce planning / mobility monitoring purposes; (d) Reviews and/or initiates staff contract extension/separation requests against the Cost Plans and clears them for the Director’s signatures; (e) Initiates and maintains a regular telephone conference with the Administrative Office and the Surge Capacity and Logistics Section of OCHA Geneva to maintain an overview of field staffing situation and ensure that there is no gap between short-term deployment to long term deployment; (f) Maintains close dialogues with EO and AO with regard to prioritystaffing cases to find solutions and draft notes/messages on cases requiring attention of the Directors and Management;

Other duties

(a) Advises the Directors on issues relating to field staffing by means of discussion papers, background documents and talking points and provides input to the Director in the management of difficult administrative cases; (b) Follows up on administrative requests with the Administrative Services Branch on behalf of the Director in order to improve operational efficiencies; (c) Provides feedback and consultative advice for staff members on their career prospects/paths and possible functional andgeographical mobility; (d) Conducts research in preparing policy papers, position papers and briefing notes on issues related to examinations and tests; (e) Liaises closely with the Surge Capacity Sections of OCHA Geneva and advocates linkages between surge deployment and staff development.

General

(a) In collaboration with the Administrative Services Branch, proactively contributes to development and implementation of new human resources policies, practices and procedures to meet the evolving needs of the Organization; (b) In consultation with the ASB, monitors and ensures the implementation of human resources policies, practices and procedures; (c) Keeps abreast of developments in various areas of human resources; Prepares reports and participates and/or leads special human resources project; (d) Plans, organizes, manages and supervises the work of the Staffing Team in the Office of the Director, CRD.

COMPETENCIES

Professionalism: Knowledge of human resources policies, practices and procedures and ability to apply them in an organizational setting; Ability to identify issues, formulate opinions, make conclusions and recommendations; Shows pride in work and in achievements; Demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter ; Is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments,observing deadlines and achieving results; Is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; Remains calm in stressful situations; Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work; Sound knowledge and exposure to awide range of humanitarian coordination issues, emergency relief and related human rights issues, including approaches and techniques to address difficult problems; Good understanding of human resources management and practices especially in the field of recruitment for field locations; Ability to conduct research, including the ability to evaluate and integrate information from avariety of sources. Ability to work under extreme pressure, on occasion in a highly stressful environment

Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; Solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; Places team agenda before personal agenda; Supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; Shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings

Planning & Organizing:Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; Identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; Allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; Foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; Monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; Uses time efficiently.

For Managerial Positions:

Managing Performance:

Delegates the appropriate responsibility, accountability and decision-making authority; makes sure that roles, responsibilities and reporting lines are clear to each staff member; accurately judges the amount of time and resources needed to accomplish a task and matches task to skills; monitors progress against milestones and deadlines; regularly discusses performance and provides feedbackand coaching to staff; encourages risk-taking and supports creativity and initiative; actively supports the development and career aspirations of staff; appraises performance fairly.

QUALIFICATIONS

Experience: A minimum of seven years of combination of progressively responsible experience in humanitarian affairs, emergency preparedness, crisis/emergency relief management, human resources management especially recruitment for field mission. Experience in a field mission is desirable.

Education: Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in political science, public administration, international studies, economics, human resources management or in a related field. A first-level university degree with a relevant combination of academic qualifications and experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Languages: English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this post, English and French fluency is required. Fluency of another UN official language is highly desirable.

How to apply:

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED:

• Cover Letter
• Personal History Profile (visit https://inspira.un.org to generate a PHP)
• Last two completed Performance Appraisal or two Reference Letters for external applicants

ALL SUBMISSIONS TO BE SENT TO:

Contact Name: Yasuko Sawada (Email Address: sawada@un.org)
Copy (cc): Etiam Fiagan( Email Address: fiagan@un.org)

Organization: GRM International
Country: United States of America
Closing date: 11 Oct 2013

 

International Development Sector - Recruitment Specialist – Washington DC based

 

• International Market leader
• Variety, Travel and Career Growth
• Help create a better world and better future

 

In October 2011 GRM International and the Futures Group merged to become a major global force in development with approximately 90 current projects operating in more than 60 countries, and $225 million in revenue. The combined group has a multi sectoral focus, more diverse technical offerings and a wider geographic reach. We aim to be a world leader in everything we do whilst meeting the highest professional and ethical standards. By exceeding our clients’ expectations and creating value for them, we will create value for our shareholders and employees. To achieve this, we need consistent and sustainable growth.

Due to increased demand, a position now exists in our Washington DC office to join our recruitment division.  The objective of the Global Recruitment Unit is to add measurable value and provide a quality end to end service designed specifically to support our often complex, sophisticated, global internal, external and bid staffing needs. This position is a true end-to-end recruitment role, involving account management, effective partnering with internal clients, sourcing and maintaining a network of “in demand talent” and current contractors.

 

Essentially, you will channel your drive, passion, and ambition in ONE direction….your INTERNAL client, contractor and talent base.  This role is challenging and demanding. The close knit team will welcome your innovation, intelligence, and experience.

 

You will demonstrate:

• Relevant Bachelor’s degree;
• Minimum 3-4 years’ recruitment experience within the International Development sector;
• Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal) including the ability to set and manage expectations;
• A bias toward building  strong relationships with both internal and external clients and contractors;
• Ability to interact, communicate and maintain effective relationships with senior level candidates;
• Strong organizational skills, ability to multi-task and  attention to detail;
• A sound understanding of GRM or Futures Group sector specialisations, and key clients;
• Strong negotiation skills;
• Tenacity and drive;
• Excellent researching capabilities and internet / social media savvy;
• Availability to travel when required.

 

This position is ideally suited to candidates authorized to work in the US.

 

 

To keep up to date with the latest jobs and development sector news, visit www.grminternational.com and www.futuresgroup.com and follow us on facebook | linkedin | twitter

 

How to apply:

To register your interest, please apply through the GRM International Careers Page: www.grminternational.com.

 

Should you require any clarification, please do not hesitate to contact Sruti Ravi: sruti.ravi@grminternational.com.

Applications close on 8 October 2013.

Organization: Médecins Sans Frontières
Country: Denmark
Closing date: 11 Oct 2013

Recruitment & Career Manager to the HR Field Unit

The Human Resources Department in Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) Denmark is responsible for International field workers on Danish contracts (expatriates), Office staff and Volunteers associated with the office.

The HR Field unit, which is responsible for expatriates, is looking for a new team member in the position of Recruitment & Career Manager (RCM). The selected candidate will work together with two other RCMs, and will report directly to the Head of HR Field. As Recruitment & Career Manager you will be responsible for ensuring that the best match is attained between open positions in MSF’s projects in the field and the proposed candidates.

Core responsibilities and tasks

• Develop and implement a recruitment strategy to attract specific profiles of high quality applicants in accordance to field needs and profile responsibility• Take an active part in the selection of suitable candidates via our Assessment Centre • Establish close sustainable relationships with the pool managers in our five Operational Centres in Europe, who are our main partners in the matching process• Collaborate with the Nordic Training and Development Manager, ensuring an attractive learning environment and development possibilities for our field workers• Ensure an accurate administrative execution following recruitment/deployment • Maintain regular contact with field workers before, during and after missions, and follow up with adequate support and career advice• Supervise Volunteers within the HR Field Unit • Participate in international meetings and be available for short term field assignments

Qualifications

• NGO field experience, preferably from MSF projects • Medical/paramedical background combined with HR experience is preferred• Ability to handle cross culture relationships• Service minded, with excellent communication and collaboration skills• Flexible, shows initiative, able to work independently as well as in teams• Speak and write fluent English. Danish and French is an asset but not a requirement

Monthly salary will range between DKK 29.498 and 31.906 per month + 10 % company paid pension. MSF Denmark contributes to the costs which are commonly considered as part of the employer’s responsibility in terms of relocation.

Questions may be directed to Head of HR Field Merete Engell, +45 41777405/me@msf.dk or HR Director Torill Pallesen Davey, + 45 31752510/tpd@msf.dk. Please send your application to me@msf.dk no later than 11th October 2013. Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) is an international, independent, medical humanitarian organisation founded in 1971. In 2012, close to 32,000 MSF staff worked in 372 programmes, bringing medical assistance to people affected by armed conflict, epidemics, healthcare exclusion and natural or man-made disasters. In 1999 MSF was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize.

How to apply:

Please send your application to me@msf.dk no later than 11th October 2013.

Organization: Clinton Health Access Initiative
Country: Rwanda
Closing date: 31 Oct 2013

In Rwanda, CHAI is supporting the development and early implementation of the novel Human Resources for Health (HRH) Program. This Program seeks to develop the health workforce necessary to create a high quality, sustainable healthcare system in Rwanda. The HRH Program aims to significantly increase the quantity and quality of Rwandan clinicians and health sciences educators including: medical doctors, nurses and midwives, and health managers. This unprecedented substantial scale-up will be achieved with the assistance of an unprecedented consortium of 23 highly ranked US academic institutions. Each US school is sending full-time faculty members to Rwanda to help improve teaching, research, curriculum development, and mentorship over a 7-year period. Rwanda’s HRH Program is currently the largest global health training endeavor that engages university level professors working abroad for year-long positions in a developing country. For further details about the HRH Program, please refer to the program’s website: http://www.hrhconsortium.moh.gov.rw/.

The Government of Rwanda has already established a strong record of success in leading donor-funded health projects of a similar scale and complexity. CHAI is supporting the Ministry of Health (MoH) to manage the HRH Program during the critical planning and early implementation phases. Please see President Clinton’s speech about the HRH Program here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oUZWeBjjGc4.

Responsibilities:

The Faculty Recruitment and US Institutions Volunteer will be working closely with, and supporting the Manager of Faculty Recruitment and US Institutions on the HRH Program. The volunteer will be responsible for supporting high-level relationships with 23 leading US medical, nursing & midwifery, and public health institutions participating in the Rwanda HRH Program. The position requires supporting and interfacing with multiple clinical departments and individuals across each US institution. This role requires a high degree of communication management and facilitation between stakeholders. Specific responsibilities are as follows:

• Support high-level relationships with 23 US institutions in the Rwanda HRH academic consortium of US schools;• Support interfacing with administration, legal, administrative, clinical coordinators, and faculty mentors; • Supports the recruitment of over 100 US faculty members to live and work in Rwanda;• Support communication channels between Rwanda's Ministry of Health and US institutions;• Support monthly conference calls with each specialty group of physicians at US schools to discuss key issues, including: recruitment, challenges facing US faculty in Rwanda, and ongoing improvements for the program;• Support the recruitment of new institutions into the consortium for specialty areas as needed by the Ministry of Health;• Support the development of the recruitment and relationship management information system to improve the overall operation and effectiveness of the program. Responsible for the accuracy and maintenance of faculty records.

Qualifications:

• Hold a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree, preferably in a related field such as business administration, public health, medical anthropology, development studies or international relations• Minimum of three years of professional experience, preferably in public health, personnel coordination, management consulting or other related fields;• Exceptional communication, writing, and problem solving skills;• Strong interpersonal skills coupled with excellent communication skills: verbal, written, listening, presentation and facilitation;• Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint & Excel).• Ability to build relationships with Rwanda and US stakeholders, US academic institutions and development partners;• Adept interpersonal skills; strength in developing and maintaining client management relationships• Ability to work effectively in a challenging political and multicultural environment;• Demonstrated ability to prioritize across multiple projects and responsibilities;• Team-oriented but also highly self-sufficient and self-motivated;• Strong interest in global health equity and development issues in Africa or other resource-poor settings;

Advantages:

• Experience working with the public sector• Working knowledge of French or Kinyarwanda

How to apply:

Please apply directly here: https://careers-chai.icims.com/jobs/3757/volunteer%2c-faculty-recruitmen...

Organization: Progressio
Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
Closing date: 01 Sep 2013

Three-month commitment

Ideally three days a week (two days a week will also be considered)

Based in Brixton, London

Progressio is looking for an enthusiastic volunteer to support with the recruitment and marketing of the International Citizen Service (ICS) programme, an overseas volunteering programme for young adults.

You will be assisting us in generating more traffic to the ICS section of our website, engaging more networks across the UK and ensuring Return Volunteers are involved and well supported in marketing the programme, generating more applications to Progressio ICS. Your tasks will be varied, allowing you to develop a number of useful work-based skills.

What sort of tasks will this include?

Tasks will vary, and may include: establishing relationships with organisations across the UK via email and telephone; supporting Return Volunteers to promote Progressio ICS; updating adverts on various online portals and researching new online portals for marketing; helping to promote Progressio ICS through social media; assisting in producing press releases; collating and analysing Progressio ICS marketing statistics; occasionally attending marketing events, and researching and assisting in taking forward our recruitment plan and activities.

Is this volunteer role right for you?

You will receive an induction and support to carry out this role. Ideally we are looking for: enthusiasm and a proactive approach, including a willingness to speak to people over the telephone; good organisational and administrative skills; experience of using social media, particularly Facebook; experience of engaging with young people and/or youth networks and groups; an ability to work both in a team and individually; excellent English skills (spoken and written); a respectful and polite approach; good IT skills; good attention to detail, and responsibility and reliability. Some experience of administration, communications or marketing, knowledge of faith and diaspora communities and/or knowledge of volunteering in the UK or overseas would be desirable, but is not essential.

How to apply:

To apply, please email your CV and a covering letter explaining your motivation and how you fit the role to: recruitment@progressio.org.uk

We also appreciate it if you can download and complete an Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form from www.progressio.org.uk/jobs and email it together with your covering letter and CV. Please specify ‘ICS Recruitment and Marketing Volunteer’ in the subject line.

Interviews: Week of 9 September 2013

Start date: Ideally week of 16 September 2013

Charity registration number 294329

Organization: Voluntary Service Overseas
Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
Closing date: 11 Aug 2013

About VSO

VSO are an international NGO totally focussed on fighting poverty. Wherever in the world we’re operating, we passionately believe that sustainable change is only possible when people are brought together to share their skills and knowledge in a coordinated way.

The role

As we implement our strategy, People First we need to ensure that we have the right people, with the right skills, in the right place. Our employees and our volunteers are our most important asset and we have an exciting opportunity within the recently formed International People Group for a Global Recruitment Advisor.

This role forms an integral part of the Global Resoucing Team, focussing on all VSO’s Global employee recruitment needs. You will provide comprehensive best practice recruitment advice, creative attraction strategies, including the use of social media, together with guidance and coaching to all business areas in the organisation. You will work alongside hiring managers globally to understand their employee recruitment needs, ensuring the delivery of an effective, efficient and customer focused recruitment service and contributing to the delivery of business objectives. Providing accurate management information and analytics you will help shape VSO’s future recruitment strategy.

For more information, please refer to the job description on our website.

You

To be successful in this role you will have proven experience of managing recruitment across a global, complex organisation, developing and implementing successful recruitment campaign strategies. You will have proven success in building relationships at all levels, excellent communication skills and a customer focus that adds value to the recruitment process, working in a business partner capacity. Your experience using e-recruitment systems and providing monthly progress reports and management information, is essential.

Experience of implementing an e-recruitment system and working with business change would be advantageous.

In return, we’ll provide you with the opportunity to infinitely share and improve your skills and knowledge whilst playing a key role in delivering our vision, a world without poverty.

How to apply:

Ready to apply?

For more information and details on how to apply, please visit our website at www.vsointernational.org/jobs.

The closing date for this role is 11 August 2013 and Interviews are expected to be held on 16 August 2013.

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