Job Title: Country Director, Freetown, Sierra Leone
Closing Date: Friday, 23 December 2011
OVERALL DESCRIPTION General Description of the Programme: GOAL has been working in Sierra Leone since 1999, implementing a Community Based Street Children's / Disadvantaged Children and Youth Programme (DCYP) in the capital Freetown and, since 2002, health and WASH programmes in the eastern district of Kenema.
The Integrated Child and Youth Welfare Programme (ICYWP) works with street children and other vulnerable children and youth including commercially and sexually exploited children. The Disadvantaged Children and Youth outreach programme reaches around 1,500 children every year and GOAL supports children by providing drop in facilities, formal and non formal education support, family tracing and reunification, health and hygiene education (including HIV awareness), and livelihoods support for older children and their families.
The ICYWP also includes the partnership and training unit, which has the specific focus of developing GOAL's partners in Sierra Leone (including local government, local NGOs and community based organisations). Partnership is a key element of the GOAL approach in Sierra Leone, and our eventual exit strategy.
Since 2008, GOAL has become more involved in the challenges of WASH service provision in the urban environment of Freetown's slums. GOAL is one of five INGO partners in the DFID funded Urban WASH Consortium, which aims to strategically partner with the Government of Sierra Leone to deal with WASH issues in slum areas.
Since 2002 GOAL was implementing an Integrated Health, Nutrition and Water and Sanitation programme and Growth Monitoring Project in Kenema which has developed from an emergency-led programme towards longer-term sustainable development , working in partnership with the District Ministry of Health in Kenema and local community structures. This programme has now transitioned into a WASH project based around the Community Led Total Sanitation approach. It also includes infrastructure work supporting WASH facilities in health units and schools, and school sanitation and hygiene education. GOAL works very closely with local partners in Kenema.
General Description of the Role: The GOAL Country Director is responsible for the management and ongoing development/expansion of GOAL's work in country. You will be responsible for ensuring that GOAL's work contributes effectively and efficiently towards meeting the short, medium and long term needs of the poorest of the poor, within the framework of the organisation's objectives. The development of key national staff members with particular respect to enhancing their ability to manage effectively and, as their capacity develops, the devolution of responsibility and authority is critical in ensuring achieving our development objectives.
KEY DUTIES: Security:
The Country Director is responsible for ensuring that all-necessary security guidelines and practices are implemented throughout all GOAL programmes. The security procedures need to be agreed with the appropriate UN bodies and reviewed accordingly. Donors:
The Country Director is the principal point of contact with the in-country donors and has responsibility for securing funding, and providing accurate and timely reports and proposals. Projects:
The Country Director is responsible for ensuring that all projects are monitored and evaluated in a timely manner and to ensure that they are appropriate, necessary, cost effective, targeted, sustainable and in keeping with GOAL's philosophy. Personnel:
As Country Director you are responsible for the health and welfare of your team of staff including expatriate and local personnel and are empowered to use all available resources to promote their development in line with GOAL policy:
Ensure that the policies and guidelines as laid down in the GOAL Personnel Manual are adhered to by all.
The Country Director has overall responsibility for the preparation and implementation of in country personnel policies in line with overall GOAL and Government policies.
The Country Director must ensure that there are procedures in place to support and encourage appropriate personal and professional development of staff within the context of the organisation objectives.
It is the Country Directors responsibility to provide support and supervision to all staff where necessary. This includes the provision of training for staff. Financial Accountability:
The Country Director has ultimate responsibility for all financial matters in the field and must:
Ensure adherence to the financial guidelines as per Financial Manual by GOAL, Dublin.
Ensure that comprehensive and timely reports are produced in accordance with schedules and provide the annual budget and financial plan for the year ahead by 30 September every year.
Review and approve the monthly management accounts. Knowledge:
All Country Directors must be fully informed regarding the political, security and humanitarian conditions within their country of assignment.
It is the responsibility of the Country Director to be fully informed regarding the humanitarian and relief and development perspective in their country of operation. Media/PR/Visibilty:
Media and PR coverage for GOAL in a developing country is the responsibility of the Country Director. The Country Director must seek out and present GOAL to any international media personnel in country, and ensure coverage of GOAL activities, if appropriate, to the story being sought by the media.
The Country Director must also ensure that all of the GOAL team are well briefed on the official GOAL position in relation to various issues.
The Country Director is also responsible for ensuring that the visibility of GOAL is promoted appropriately at field level.
REQUIREMENTS:
Relevant post-graduate qualification is desirable.
5 years previous experience in a management position with an international NGO or in a development environment.
Previous NGO experience as a Country Director advantageous.
Previous experience in a management role in development situations with an understanding and experience of security management .
Proven experience in proposal and report writing.
Good personnel skills.
This Job Description only serves as a guide for the position available. GOAL reserves the right to change this document. This is an unaccompanied position. Interviews will be held in Dublin or London. Unfortunately GOAL cannot contribute to financial costs incurred when attending interview. Note: GOAL is an equal opportunities employer
GOAL has a Staff Code of Conduct and a Child Protection Policy which have been developed to ensure the maximum protection of programme participants and children from exploitation. Any candidate offered a job with GOAL will be expected to adhere to these policies any job offer made is also subject to police clearance.
How to apply:
If you would like to apply for the above position, please send your CV and covering letter to applications@goal.ie, ensuring that the job title and location of the role are clearly stated in the subject line of your email. Thank you.
Closing Date: 23 December 2011
Wednesday, 14 December 2011
Jobs at Benguela Current Commission (BCC) in Namibia
Job Title: Data and Information Manager for the Bengeula Current Commission, Windhoek, Namibia
Closing Date: Wednesday, 21 December 2011
Benguela Current Commission (BCC) is a multi-sectoral inter-governmental initiative of Angola, Namibia and South Africa. It promotes the sustainable management and protection of the Benguela Current Large Marine Ecosystem. BCC focuses on the management of shared fish stocks, environmental monitoring, biodiversity and ecosystem health; the mitigation of pollution and minimising the impacts of marine diamond mining and oil and gas production. Sound environmental governance and training and capacity building are at the forefront of its agenda.
Data and information generated (from the above stated areas of focus) through national activities of the countries or regionally under the auspices of the BCC will need to be assembled, curated, stored and presented in a timely and appropriate manner in support of decision making. The role of the Data and Information Manager would be to manage and facilitate the movement of data and information from a national level to a regional level while at the same time provide technical IT support for the BCC Secretariat.
How to apply:
The BCC now invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced candidates for the position of Data and Information Manager. Detailed terms of reference (ToR) are available at http://www.benguelacc.org . Interested and qualified candidates should forward their applications to: Hashali Hamukuaya (hashali@benguelacc.org), BCC Executive Secretary
Closing Date: Wednesday, 21 December 2011
Closing Date: Wednesday, 21 December 2011
Benguela Current Commission (BCC) is a multi-sectoral inter-governmental initiative of Angola, Namibia and South Africa. It promotes the sustainable management and protection of the Benguela Current Large Marine Ecosystem. BCC focuses on the management of shared fish stocks, environmental monitoring, biodiversity and ecosystem health; the mitigation of pollution and minimising the impacts of marine diamond mining and oil and gas production. Sound environmental governance and training and capacity building are at the forefront of its agenda.
Data and information generated (from the above stated areas of focus) through national activities of the countries or regionally under the auspices of the BCC will need to be assembled, curated, stored and presented in a timely and appropriate manner in support of decision making. The role of the Data and Information Manager would be to manage and facilitate the movement of data and information from a national level to a regional level while at the same time provide technical IT support for the BCC Secretariat.
How to apply:
The BCC now invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced candidates for the position of Data and Information Manager. Detailed terms of reference (ToR) are available at http://www.benguelacc.org . Interested and qualified candidates should forward their applications to: Hashali Hamukuaya (hashali@benguelacc.org), BCC Executive Secretary
Closing Date: Wednesday, 21 December 2011
International Rescue Committee (IRC) Jobs in Congo
Job Title: Grants Manager, Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo
Closing Date: Monday, 06 February 2012
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises and helps people to survive and rebuild their lives. Founded in 1933 at the request of Albert Einstein, the IRC offers lifesaving care and life-changing assistance to refugees forced to flee from war or disaster. At work today in over 40 countries and 22 U.S. cities, we restore safety, dignity and hope to millions who are uprooted and struggling to endure.
The International Rescue Committee is one of the largest providers of relief and development assistance in the Democratic Republic of Congo. With an annual budget of approximately US$ 80 million, $200 million overall portfolio and over 1,000 staff, IRC supports Congolese communities and institutions in conflict-affected seven provinces in the areas of governance & community development, health, gender-based violence, education, and emergency response.
SCOPE OF WORK IRC-DRC works with about 20 active grants for health, gender-based violence, community driven reconstruction, rapid response, and civil society development from donors including USAID, DFID, SIDA, World Bank, and UNICEF, among others. The primary responsibility of the Bukavu-based Grants Manager (GM) is to support the Deputy Director of Programs for South-Kivu & the Kinshasa-based Grants Coordinator by ensuring donor compliance with all grants in his/her portfolio. Additionally, the GM will assist in the development of donor proposals; prepare monthly, quarterly and annual reports; and assist in program design, program implementation and monitoring & evaluation. The GM is expected to contribute to harmonization of approaches, grant management systems and procedures, and countrywide strategies for program implementation.
RESPONSIBILITIES Donor Compliance o Responsible for complete, correct, and timely submission of high quality reports for all grants under GM responsibility; o Facilitate financial, logistical and procurement compliance for colleagues; o Liaise with colleagues in the Kinshasa headquarters office to highlight and when necessary troubleshoot problems identified in project reports or data. Proposal Development o Support program staff in developing proposals that include input from a wide range of stakeholders (targeted communities, potential partners, the government) and are consistent with the IRC Program Framework and IRC DRC strategic planning. Monitoring and Evaluation o Support the organization and follow-up of grant opening meetings, monthly grant review meetings, and grants close-out meetings; o Contribute to the development of strong data collection and monitoring & evaluation plans within each proposal, including work on log-frames and indicators, and ensure that project indicators are regularly and systematically monitored and reported.
REQUIREMENTS o Demonstrated experience in report and proposal writing and review; familiarity with USAID, World Bank and ECHO regulations is an advantage o University degree o Ability to work well under unstable security, administrative, and programmatic pressures o Professional fluency in spoken and written French and English o Strong organizational and analytical skills; attention to detail, willing to do a desk job o Flexibility to adapt to changing requirements Qualified Congolese candidatures are encouraged to apply.
SPECIFIC SECURITY SITUATION/HOUSING Bukavu is located at the South-eastern side of Lake Kivu and is the capital of South Kivu Province. Civil conflict is ongoing in the Kivu provinces, and the area is considered unstable. Strict adherence to security guidelines is requested of all IRC staff. This position will have shared housing.
How to apply:
Please apply at: http://tbe.taleo.net/NA2/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=IRC&cws=1&rid=7595
Closing Date: Monday, 06 February 2012
Closing Date: Monday, 06 February 2012
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises and helps people to survive and rebuild their lives. Founded in 1933 at the request of Albert Einstein, the IRC offers lifesaving care and life-changing assistance to refugees forced to flee from war or disaster. At work today in over 40 countries and 22 U.S. cities, we restore safety, dignity and hope to millions who are uprooted and struggling to endure.
The International Rescue Committee is one of the largest providers of relief and development assistance in the Democratic Republic of Congo. With an annual budget of approximately US$ 80 million, $200 million overall portfolio and over 1,000 staff, IRC supports Congolese communities and institutions in conflict-affected seven provinces in the areas of governance & community development, health, gender-based violence, education, and emergency response.
SCOPE OF WORK IRC-DRC works with about 20 active grants for health, gender-based violence, community driven reconstruction, rapid response, and civil society development from donors including USAID, DFID, SIDA, World Bank, and UNICEF, among others. The primary responsibility of the Bukavu-based Grants Manager (GM) is to support the Deputy Director of Programs for South-Kivu & the Kinshasa-based Grants Coordinator by ensuring donor compliance with all grants in his/her portfolio. Additionally, the GM will assist in the development of donor proposals; prepare monthly, quarterly and annual reports; and assist in program design, program implementation and monitoring & evaluation. The GM is expected to contribute to harmonization of approaches, grant management systems and procedures, and countrywide strategies for program implementation.
RESPONSIBILITIES Donor Compliance o Responsible for complete, correct, and timely submission of high quality reports for all grants under GM responsibility; o Facilitate financial, logistical and procurement compliance for colleagues; o Liaise with colleagues in the Kinshasa headquarters office to highlight and when necessary troubleshoot problems identified in project reports or data. Proposal Development o Support program staff in developing proposals that include input from a wide range of stakeholders (targeted communities, potential partners, the government) and are consistent with the IRC Program Framework and IRC DRC strategic planning. Monitoring and Evaluation o Support the organization and follow-up of grant opening meetings, monthly grant review meetings, and grants close-out meetings; o Contribute to the development of strong data collection and monitoring & evaluation plans within each proposal, including work on log-frames and indicators, and ensure that project indicators are regularly and systematically monitored and reported.
REQUIREMENTS o Demonstrated experience in report and proposal writing and review; familiarity with USAID, World Bank and ECHO regulations is an advantage o University degree o Ability to work well under unstable security, administrative, and programmatic pressures o Professional fluency in spoken and written French and English o Strong organizational and analytical skills; attention to detail, willing to do a desk job o Flexibility to adapt to changing requirements Qualified Congolese candidatures are encouraged to apply.
SPECIFIC SECURITY SITUATION/HOUSING Bukavu is located at the South-eastern side of Lake Kivu and is the capital of South Kivu Province. Civil conflict is ongoing in the Kivu provinces, and the area is considered unstable. Strict adherence to security guidelines is requested of all IRC staff. This position will have shared housing.
How to apply:
Please apply at: http://tbe.taleo.net/NA2/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=IRC&cws=1&rid=7595
Closing Date: Monday, 06 February 2012
Jobs at International Rescue Committee in Congo
Job Title: Deputy Director of Programs, Bukavu
Closing Date: Wednesday, 21 December 2011
The International Rescue Committee is one of the largest providers of relief and development assistance in the Democratic Republic of Congo. In the eastern province of South Kivu, with an annual budget of more than US $20 million and close to 400 staff, IRC supports Congolese communities and institutions in the areas of emergency relief, health, gender-based violence, governance & community development, and education.
IRC is seeking a dynamic, experienced senior professional with a demonstrated background of success in program implementation and oversight of large, complex grant portfolios, as well as excellent communications and inter-personal skills.
The Deputy Director of Programs (DDP) South Kivu provides leadership to and oversight of the IRC's programming in five sectors of intervention in South Kivu, ensuring strategic program direction, managed growth and compliance with IRC and donor regulations. Program implementation is of high quality, managed closely through the rigorous use of structured, updated workplans, spending plans, indicator tracking sheets and approved monitoring & evaluation plans. The DDP is able to represent the IRC and the IRC's interests in a professional manner to implementing partners, the government, and donors.
Based in Bukavu, the DDP reports to the Kivus Provincial Director and directly supervises five Program Coordinators who are responsible for the direct implementation of programs and management of their program teams, as well as the Grants Manager. The DDP also works closely with the Deputy Director in North Kivu to ensure holistic and quality support to IRC's programming in both Kivu provinces in the sectors of Health, Gender-Based Violence and Community Recovery.
REQUIREMENTS
Masters degree in international development or management, or equivalent demonstrable experience in relevant fields.
At least four years' overseas experience with program management responsibilities, preferably in a post-conflict environment.
Experience working with and coordinating with international and national partner organizations.
Strong budget management skills, and experience working with a complex donor portfolio and monitoring large, multi-year donor budgets.
Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
Demonstrable ability to manage human resources.
Fluency in French and English.
Strong proposal and report writing skills in French and English.
Strong computer skills: competency in the use of Windows MS Office programs (Word, Excel), e-mail programs, etc.
SPECIFIC SECURITY SITUATION/HOUSING The DDP will be based in Bukavu, South Kivu. While security in Bukavu is generally calm, civil conflict is ongoing elsewhere in the Kivu provinces, and the area is considered unstable at times. The DDP will be provided with individual housing arrangements.
How to Apply:
Please apply at: http://tbe.taleo.net/NA2/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=IRC&cws=1&rid=7482
Closing Date: Wednesday, 21 December 2011
Closing Date: Wednesday, 21 December 2011
The International Rescue Committee is one of the largest providers of relief and development assistance in the Democratic Republic of Congo. In the eastern province of South Kivu, with an annual budget of more than US $20 million and close to 400 staff, IRC supports Congolese communities and institutions in the areas of emergency relief, health, gender-based violence, governance & community development, and education.
IRC is seeking a dynamic, experienced senior professional with a demonstrated background of success in program implementation and oversight of large, complex grant portfolios, as well as excellent communications and inter-personal skills.
The Deputy Director of Programs (DDP) South Kivu provides leadership to and oversight of the IRC's programming in five sectors of intervention in South Kivu, ensuring strategic program direction, managed growth and compliance with IRC and donor regulations. Program implementation is of high quality, managed closely through the rigorous use of structured, updated workplans, spending plans, indicator tracking sheets and approved monitoring & evaluation plans. The DDP is able to represent the IRC and the IRC's interests in a professional manner to implementing partners, the government, and donors.
Based in Bukavu, the DDP reports to the Kivus Provincial Director and directly supervises five Program Coordinators who are responsible for the direct implementation of programs and management of their program teams, as well as the Grants Manager. The DDP also works closely with the Deputy Director in North Kivu to ensure holistic and quality support to IRC's programming in both Kivu provinces in the sectors of Health, Gender-Based Violence and Community Recovery.
REQUIREMENTS
Masters degree in international development or management, or equivalent demonstrable experience in relevant fields.
At least four years' overseas experience with program management responsibilities, preferably in a post-conflict environment.
Experience working with and coordinating with international and national partner organizations.
Strong budget management skills, and experience working with a complex donor portfolio and monitoring large, multi-year donor budgets.
Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
Demonstrable ability to manage human resources.
Fluency in French and English.
Strong proposal and report writing skills in French and English.
Strong computer skills: competency in the use of Windows MS Office programs (Word, Excel), e-mail programs, etc.
SPECIFIC SECURITY SITUATION/HOUSING The DDP will be based in Bukavu, South Kivu. While security in Bukavu is generally calm, civil conflict is ongoing elsewhere in the Kivu provinces, and the area is considered unstable at times. The DDP will be provided with individual housing arrangements.
How to Apply:
Please apply at: http://tbe.taleo.net/NA2/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=IRC&cws=1&rid=7482
Closing Date: Wednesday, 21 December 2011
Mag International Jobs in Congo
Job Title: Projects and Partnerships Manager, Democratic Republic of Congo
Closing Date: Wednesday, 21 December 2011
Fixed term, 6 months (with possibility of extension subject to funding)
Total package of circa £36,215- £39,522 (approximately $57,159 - $62,426*) pro-rata per annum, including basic salary, per diem and hardship allowance.
MAG is seeking a Projects & Partnerships Manager in support of one of its largest and most complex programmes. You will take a dual role in supporting the Country Director in a challenging and varied role. In return you'll be rewarded with the opportunity to contribute to the rehabilitation of communities devastated by conflict
You'll have the opportunity to lead the national Partnerships Team, who have been working steadily to build the capacity of three Congolese NGO's in Community Liaison. You will also be responsible for supporting designated regional projects and get involved in a wide range of tasks from proposal and budget development to external liaison and staff management.
You will need prior experience working with partners, particularly with experience in the financial consolidation of partner organisations accounts. You will also need experience working in project management roles, ideally within an international NGO in a post conflict/developing environment. However, you don't need previous experience in mine action and we welcome applications from experienced candidates from any development sector.
The role will be based out of Kinshasa but you will travel regularly to MAG's operational bases throughout DRC. Due to the location of this role, the successful candidate will need to be fluent in both French & English.
Benefits
Salary: The total salary package is £36,215- £39,522 (approximately $57,159 - $62,426*) including basic salary, per diem and hardship allowance *Please see the general information for terms and conditions related to this.
Accommodation: MAG will provide accommodation in-country.
Leave: We recognise our staff work hard and need the appropriate time out to stay motivated. You'll have a minimum of 6 weeks leave per year, so 3 weeks leave for an initial 6 months contract
Flights: MAG provides 3 international flights home per year, plus additional regional flights for Breather Breaks if your contract is extended
Insurance: All international staff are automatically covered by MAG's comprehensive insurance package including: Personal accident and medical expenses insurance; Death by natural causes insurance and access to 24-hour medical assistance including evacuation and repatriation.
How to apply:
www.maginternational.org by the closing date 21 December 2011
Closing Date: Wednesday, 21 December 2011
Closing Date: Wednesday, 21 December 2011
Fixed term, 6 months (with possibility of extension subject to funding)
Total package of circa £36,215- £39,522 (approximately $57,159 - $62,426*) pro-rata per annum, including basic salary, per diem and hardship allowance.
MAG is seeking a Projects & Partnerships Manager in support of one of its largest and most complex programmes. You will take a dual role in supporting the Country Director in a challenging and varied role. In return you'll be rewarded with the opportunity to contribute to the rehabilitation of communities devastated by conflict
You'll have the opportunity to lead the national Partnerships Team, who have been working steadily to build the capacity of three Congolese NGO's in Community Liaison. You will also be responsible for supporting designated regional projects and get involved in a wide range of tasks from proposal and budget development to external liaison and staff management.
You will need prior experience working with partners, particularly with experience in the financial consolidation of partner organisations accounts. You will also need experience working in project management roles, ideally within an international NGO in a post conflict/developing environment. However, you don't need previous experience in mine action and we welcome applications from experienced candidates from any development sector.
The role will be based out of Kinshasa but you will travel regularly to MAG's operational bases throughout DRC. Due to the location of this role, the successful candidate will need to be fluent in both French & English.
Benefits
Salary: The total salary package is £36,215- £39,522 (approximately $57,159 - $62,426*) including basic salary, per diem and hardship allowance *Please see the general information for terms and conditions related to this.
Accommodation: MAG will provide accommodation in-country.
Leave: We recognise our staff work hard and need the appropriate time out to stay motivated. You'll have a minimum of 6 weeks leave per year, so 3 weeks leave for an initial 6 months contract
Flights: MAG provides 3 international flights home per year, plus additional regional flights for Breather Breaks if your contract is extended
Insurance: All international staff are automatically covered by MAG's comprehensive insurance package including: Personal accident and medical expenses insurance; Death by natural causes insurance and access to 24-hour medical assistance including evacuation and repatriation.
How to apply:
www.maginternational.org by the closing date 21 December 2011
Closing Date: Wednesday, 21 December 2011
Save the Children Jobs in Zambia
Job Title: Gender Advisor, ZERS Program, Zambia
Location: Zambia - Lusaka
Division: International Operations
Description
Save the Children
Summary
Save the Children is recruiting for a key position, Gender Advisor, in anticipation of an upcoming Feed the Future hunger and food security initiative in Zambia. USAID/Zambia plans to issue a Request for Application (RFA) to award a Cooperative Agreement valued at approximately US$20 to $25 million over four years to increase economic resilience of vulnerable rural households. The Zambia Economic Resilience (ZERS) for Improved Food Security Program will enhance coping skills, build assets and increase rural incomes for vulnerable households in targeted areas, thereby significantly contributing to Millennium Development Goal 1.
Responsibilities
The Gender Advisor will be responsible for the coordination of activities that promote gender and community participation; creates networking with government and other organizations and provides technical assistance to project staff. Technical Assistance and capacity building of local organizations and community counterparts at the provincial and district levels, through training and technical support; providing managerial and technical support to the project for training cascade; and attending to program-related issues and activities to promote Gender and Participation is critical for success. The Gender Advisor will work closely with the Technical Advisors within the project.
* Zambian nationals are encouraged to apply. *
Requirements
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant field
• Minimum of five years’ relevant experience working on gender issues and/or community involvement
• Proven ability in promoting and collaborating with multi-level stakeholders
• Proven ability as a facilitator for gender and HIV/AIDS activities
• Excellent written and spoken English
Employee Type
Full-Time Regular
Save the Children is the leading independent organization for children in need, with programs in over 120 countries, including the United States. We aim to inspire breakthroughs in the way the world treats children, and to achieve immediate and lasting change in their lives by improving their health, education and economic opportunities. In 2010, we improved the lives of over 64 million children in need in the United States and around the world. Our goal is to reach more than 74 million children annually by the year 2012. Join our dedicated and diverse staff committed to improving the well-being of children.
Save the Children provides an attractive benefits package including competitive salaries, a matching retirement plan, health and welfare benefits, life insurance, an employee assistance program, generous time off and much more.
We are an equal opportunity organization dedicated to our core values of Accountability, Ambition, Collaboration, Creativity and Integrity.
How to Apply:
https://tbe.taleo.net/NA7/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=SAVETHECHILDREN&cws=1&rid=573
Deadline: 22nd December 2011
Location: Zambia - Lusaka
Division: International Operations
Description
Save the Children
Summary
Save the Children is recruiting for a key position, Gender Advisor, in anticipation of an upcoming Feed the Future hunger and food security initiative in Zambia. USAID/Zambia plans to issue a Request for Application (RFA) to award a Cooperative Agreement valued at approximately US$20 to $25 million over four years to increase economic resilience of vulnerable rural households. The Zambia Economic Resilience (ZERS) for Improved Food Security Program will enhance coping skills, build assets and increase rural incomes for vulnerable households in targeted areas, thereby significantly contributing to Millennium Development Goal 1.
Responsibilities
The Gender Advisor will be responsible for the coordination of activities that promote gender and community participation; creates networking with government and other organizations and provides technical assistance to project staff. Technical Assistance and capacity building of local organizations and community counterparts at the provincial and district levels, through training and technical support; providing managerial and technical support to the project for training cascade; and attending to program-related issues and activities to promote Gender and Participation is critical for success. The Gender Advisor will work closely with the Technical Advisors within the project.
* Zambian nationals are encouraged to apply. *
Requirements
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant field
• Minimum of five years’ relevant experience working on gender issues and/or community involvement
• Proven ability in promoting and collaborating with multi-level stakeholders
• Proven ability as a facilitator for gender and HIV/AIDS activities
• Excellent written and spoken English
Employee Type
Full-Time Regular
Save the Children is the leading independent organization for children in need, with programs in over 120 countries, including the United States. We aim to inspire breakthroughs in the way the world treats children, and to achieve immediate and lasting change in their lives by improving their health, education and economic opportunities. In 2010, we improved the lives of over 64 million children in need in the United States and around the world. Our goal is to reach more than 74 million children annually by the year 2012. Join our dedicated and diverse staff committed to improving the well-being of children.
Save the Children provides an attractive benefits package including competitive salaries, a matching retirement plan, health and welfare benefits, life insurance, an employee assistance program, generous time off and much more.
We are an equal opportunity organization dedicated to our core values of Accountability, Ambition, Collaboration, Creativity and Integrity.
How to Apply:
https://tbe.taleo.net/NA7/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=SAVETHECHILDREN&cws=1&rid=573
Deadline: 22nd December 2011
Jobs at Save the Children in Zambia
Job Title: OVC Specialist, Zambia
Location: Zambia - Lusaka
Division: International Operations
Description
Save the Children
Summary
The Orphaned and Vulnerable Children Education Support Initiative (OVC-ESI) in Zambia is a five-year contract, estimated at $20M - $25M through USAID that will institutionalize, in a decentralized way, Ministry of Education (MOE) support to community schools to stabilize their operations by providing educational resources, improving teacher skills and school management, and enhancing learner support through community and private sector participation.
The OVC-ESI project address the four key task areas and will assist the Ministry of Education (MOE) to: promote a favorable environment to institutionalize MOE assistance to community schools at all levels and accelerate progress in generating and sustaining such support; promote HIV/AIDS prevention and provide a continuum of educational and financial support to enable OVC participate in upper basic and secondary education; develop the capacity of local community groups and NGOs to advocate for opportunities for flexible and free or inexpensive education for children in greatest need; and support opportunities to engage universities and other institutions in research related to promoting educational opportunities for OVC.
Responsibilities
The OVC Specialist will be based in Lusaka, in the Teacher Education and Specialized Services Directorate, and will build consensus on guidance and counseling activities for OVC cooperating with schools, pupils, local communities and NGOs. The incumbent will assist to develop a system wide effort to use guidance and counseling as a strategic tool to enhance learner retention and performance. The incumbent will also oversee the administration of scholarships and related activities.
Requirements
• Masters degree in education, social sciences, or relevant field with a minimum of five years experience in the education field
• Experience with HIV/AIDS programming in such areas as life skills and psychosocial support
• International country experience in developing and managing multi-sectoral field programs strongly preferred, preferably in Africa
• Familiarity with USAID regulations and policies preferred
• Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to lead and work effectively in team situations
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
Employee Type
Full-Time Regular
Save the Children is the leading independent organization for children in need, with programs in over 120 countries, including the United States. We aim to inspire breakthroughs in the way the world treats children, and to achieve immediate and lasting change in their lives by improving their health, education and economic opportunities. In 2010, we improved the lives of over 64 million children in need in the United States and around the world. Our goal is to reach more than 74 million children annually by the year 2012. Join our dedicated and diverse staff committed to improving the well-being of children.
Save the Children provides an attractive benefits package including competitive salaries, a matching retirement plan, health and welfare benefits, life insurance, an employee assistance program, generous time off and much more.
We are an equal opportunity organization dedicated to our core values of Accountability, Ambition, Collaboration, Creativity and Integrity.
How to Apply:
https://tbe.taleo.net/NA7/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=SAVETHECHILDREN&cws=1&rid=522
Closing Date: 22nd December 2011
Location: Zambia - Lusaka
Division: International Operations
Description
Save the Children
Summary
The Orphaned and Vulnerable Children Education Support Initiative (OVC-ESI) in Zambia is a five-year contract, estimated at $20M - $25M through USAID that will institutionalize, in a decentralized way, Ministry of Education (MOE) support to community schools to stabilize their operations by providing educational resources, improving teacher skills and school management, and enhancing learner support through community and private sector participation.
The OVC-ESI project address the four key task areas and will assist the Ministry of Education (MOE) to: promote a favorable environment to institutionalize MOE assistance to community schools at all levels and accelerate progress in generating and sustaining such support; promote HIV/AIDS prevention and provide a continuum of educational and financial support to enable OVC participate in upper basic and secondary education; develop the capacity of local community groups and NGOs to advocate for opportunities for flexible and free or inexpensive education for children in greatest need; and support opportunities to engage universities and other institutions in research related to promoting educational opportunities for OVC.
Responsibilities
The OVC Specialist will be based in Lusaka, in the Teacher Education and Specialized Services Directorate, and will build consensus on guidance and counseling activities for OVC cooperating with schools, pupils, local communities and NGOs. The incumbent will assist to develop a system wide effort to use guidance and counseling as a strategic tool to enhance learner retention and performance. The incumbent will also oversee the administration of scholarships and related activities.
Requirements
• Masters degree in education, social sciences, or relevant field with a minimum of five years experience in the education field
• Experience with HIV/AIDS programming in such areas as life skills and psychosocial support
• International country experience in developing and managing multi-sectoral field programs strongly preferred, preferably in Africa
• Familiarity with USAID regulations and policies preferred
• Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to lead and work effectively in team situations
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
Employee Type
Full-Time Regular
Save the Children is the leading independent organization for children in need, with programs in over 120 countries, including the United States. We aim to inspire breakthroughs in the way the world treats children, and to achieve immediate and lasting change in their lives by improving their health, education and economic opportunities. In 2010, we improved the lives of over 64 million children in need in the United States and around the world. Our goal is to reach more than 74 million children annually by the year 2012. Join our dedicated and diverse staff committed to improving the well-being of children.
Save the Children provides an attractive benefits package including competitive salaries, a matching retirement plan, health and welfare benefits, life insurance, an employee assistance program, generous time off and much more.
We are an equal opportunity organization dedicated to our core values of Accountability, Ambition, Collaboration, Creativity and Integrity.
How to Apply:
https://tbe.taleo.net/NA7/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=SAVETHECHILDREN&cws=1&rid=522
Closing Date: 22nd December 2011
Jobs at Save the Children in South Africa
Job Title: Director, Controller Africa Area
Location: South Africa AAO - Pretoria
Division: Finance
Description
Save the Children
Summary
The Director, Controller Africa Area contributes to multi-year strategic plans and develops supporting operational plans. S/he monitors the progress and results of country office plans for the area. S/he advocates and engages in cross-functional actions and initiatives that are needed to improve our efficiency and effectiveness in achieving our mission. S/he models organizational change by facilitating change and new initiatives. S/he serves as a key advisor to area and finance senior management team on finance and accounting matters as they relate to area operations.
This position can be based in South Africa or Ethiopia.
Responsibilities
Provides high quality financial and accounting support to Save the Children and ensures accurate and timely recording of accounting transactions. Reviews summarized field office activity (monthly finance report) to minimize agency risk.
Ensures compliance with legal and grant regulations and financial management policies and procedures. Monitors grants, contracts, sub-agreements and procurement.
Builds the financial systems and capacity of Save the Children to effectively manage its financial resources. Provides technical assistance to country offices.
Directly manages Save the Children's financial resources. Manages area controller's office budget. Provides accounting, payroll and financial management support to the area office.
Provides ongoing support and coaching to strengthen the area controller team's performance towards serving the stakeholders' needs. Sets performance objectives and develops action plans with direct reports to achieve goals.
Requirements
Bachelor's degree or equivalent in finance, accounting or related field. CPA or equivalent certification preferred
Minimum 8 years in finance and accounting with at least 3 years management experience
Solid understanding of USAID regulations and reporting requirements to include US Federal Government cost accounting standards as well as other donor priorities and technical requirements with a working knowledge and strong understanding of grant management and accounting principles
Ability to analyze and review financial reports and provide analysis regarding budget issues and grant close-out and reporting mechanisms
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint is required; proficiency in SUN systems is preferable
Ability to develop financial models that support the agency's overall fiscal goals and ensure that funds are processed accurately and division deadlines are met
Significant experience installing and maintaining manual and computerized accounting systems in a decentralized environment
Proven experience in supporting and troubleshooting accounting software and related hardware
Understanding of how record-keeping and reporting for one area or field office directly impacts other departments as well as the entire organization
Knowledge of Swahili, Amharic, and/or French is preferred
Employee Type
Regular Full-time
Save the Children is the leading independent organization for children in need, with programs in over 120 countries, including the United States. We aim to inspire breakthroughs in the way the world treats children, and to achieve immediate and lasting change in their lives by improving their health, education and economic opportunities. In 2010, we improved the lives of over 64 million children in need in the United States and around the world. Our goal is to reach more than 74 million children annually by the year 2012. Join our dedicated and diverse staff committed to improving the well-being of children.
Save the Children provides an attractive benefits package including competitive salaries, a matching retirement plan, health and welfare benefits, life insurance, an employee assistance program, generous time off and much more.
We are an equal opportunity organization dedicated to our core values of Accountability, Ambition, Collaboration, Creativity and Integrity.
How to Apply:
https://tbe.taleo.net/NA7/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=SAVETHECHILDREN&cws=1&rid=597
Closing DAte: 22nd December 2011
Location: South Africa AAO - Pretoria
Division: Finance
Description
Save the Children
Summary
The Director, Controller Africa Area contributes to multi-year strategic plans and develops supporting operational plans. S/he monitors the progress and results of country office plans for the area. S/he advocates and engages in cross-functional actions and initiatives that are needed to improve our efficiency and effectiveness in achieving our mission. S/he models organizational change by facilitating change and new initiatives. S/he serves as a key advisor to area and finance senior management team on finance and accounting matters as they relate to area operations.
This position can be based in South Africa or Ethiopia.
Responsibilities
Provides high quality financial and accounting support to Save the Children and ensures accurate and timely recording of accounting transactions. Reviews summarized field office activity (monthly finance report) to minimize agency risk.
Ensures compliance with legal and grant regulations and financial management policies and procedures. Monitors grants, contracts, sub-agreements and procurement.
Builds the financial systems and capacity of Save the Children to effectively manage its financial resources. Provides technical assistance to country offices.
Directly manages Save the Children's financial resources. Manages area controller's office budget. Provides accounting, payroll and financial management support to the area office.
Provides ongoing support and coaching to strengthen the area controller team's performance towards serving the stakeholders' needs. Sets performance objectives and develops action plans with direct reports to achieve goals.
Requirements
Bachelor's degree or equivalent in finance, accounting or related field. CPA or equivalent certification preferred
Minimum 8 years in finance and accounting with at least 3 years management experience
Solid understanding of USAID regulations and reporting requirements to include US Federal Government cost accounting standards as well as other donor priorities and technical requirements with a working knowledge and strong understanding of grant management and accounting principles
Ability to analyze and review financial reports and provide analysis regarding budget issues and grant close-out and reporting mechanisms
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint is required; proficiency in SUN systems is preferable
Ability to develop financial models that support the agency's overall fiscal goals and ensure that funds are processed accurately and division deadlines are met
Significant experience installing and maintaining manual and computerized accounting systems in a decentralized environment
Proven experience in supporting and troubleshooting accounting software and related hardware
Understanding of how record-keeping and reporting for one area or field office directly impacts other departments as well as the entire organization
Knowledge of Swahili, Amharic, and/or French is preferred
Employee Type
Regular Full-time
Save the Children is the leading independent organization for children in need, with programs in over 120 countries, including the United States. We aim to inspire breakthroughs in the way the world treats children, and to achieve immediate and lasting change in their lives by improving their health, education and economic opportunities. In 2010, we improved the lives of over 64 million children in need in the United States and around the world. Our goal is to reach more than 74 million children annually by the year 2012. Join our dedicated and diverse staff committed to improving the well-being of children.
Save the Children provides an attractive benefits package including competitive salaries, a matching retirement plan, health and welfare benefits, life insurance, an employee assistance program, generous time off and much more.
We are an equal opportunity organization dedicated to our core values of Accountability, Ambition, Collaboration, Creativity and Integrity.
How to Apply:
https://tbe.taleo.net/NA7/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=SAVETHECHILDREN&cws=1&rid=597
Closing DAte: 22nd December 2011
Jobs at Concern Worldwide in Congo
Job Title: Country Director, Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo
Closing Date: Wednesday, 21 December 2011
Job Title: Country Director
Reports to: Regional Director
Job Location: Kinshasa, with regular visits to programme sites in Katanga and North Kivu Provinces
Contract Details:
Contract Length: 3 years Contract Status: Accompanied Salary Grade: D Start Date: 1st February, 2012
Job Purpose:
The Country Director has overall responsibility for strategic development and effective management of the Concern DRC country programme in line with Concern Worldwide organisational and country specific strategies, policies and procedures. S/he will chair the senior management team and represent the organisation with Government, donors and other International Organisations.
Main duties & Responsibilities:
General Responsibilities:
Ensure the efficient and transparent use of all Concern's resources in order to maximize the benefit to the targeted communities. Promote and ensure compliance with the requirements of Concern's Programme Participants Protection Policy and implementation of Humanitarian Accountability Partnership (HAP) standards including Community based complaint and response mechanisms to ensure maximum protection to programme beneficiaries. Promote and protect the reputation of Concern in external settings, ensuring that the organization's experience and expertise is well communicated and consistently presented, and that we are looked to as a professional organisation.
Leadership:
Lead with the finalisation of the country strategic plan (2012-2015) that contributes to achieving Concern's global strategy and objectives Provide leadership in the overall effective planning and direction of Concern's programme and operations at country level. Build a strong and committed team of national and international staff adhering to Concern policies and procedures and applying key principles of transparency, accountability, good stewardship and participation.
Create and maintain shared vision, amongst all Concern DRC staff, of Concern's programme goals and objectives and their role in achieving these.
Lead and support in strengthening coordination and collaboration within teams and across all teams, maintain and ensure constructive communications, contribute to a positive working environment.
Programme Development and Management:
Oversee and lead the strategic development and implementation of programmes in line with Concern organisational and country strategic plan and following the Concern PCM policy including proposal writing and sourcing funding.
Ensure that effective monitoring and evaluation systems including a Results Based Framework are established and implemented in line with Concern policies and tools to measure impact and efficiency. Ensure effective coordination of technical inputs (e.g. SAL advisors, regional advisors) in designing, implementing, monitoring and evaluating programmes.
Regularly review funding opportunities according to in-country strategy, and maintain productive working relationships with donors and be responsible for undertaking country level negotiations related to securing funding, programming contracts, and reports.
Manage the country programme effectively including allocation of resources and ensuring that appropriate monitoring and controls are maintained at all levels by working with programme and systems managers and staff.
Provide adequate leadership and support to ACDP, Area and Programme Managers in setting up high quality standards and implementation of humanitarian, recovery and development orientated sector programmes ( Livelihoods, WASH and Emergency) as well as cross cutting themes including equality, protection, prevention of GBV, DRR, HIV and AIDS, social protection etc.
Ensure that all programmes are implemented and completed according to programme documents including agreed plans and budget.
Maintain effective communication and liaise with Concern head office in Dublin and ensure that high standard internal and donor reports are produced and submitted in timely manner and in line with relevant targets and objectives.
Human Resources Management:
Line manage senior management team and be responsible for the overall management and development of national and international staff of Concern DRC. Manage and support country programme team ensuring that there is clearly defined up-to-date structure and job descriptions for all staff.
Ensure that regular staff Performance and Development Review (PDR) system is established and maintained and that PDRs are undertaken seriously at all levels.
Develop, review, and effectively implement all Human Resources related policies and procedures in accordance with Concern policies and procedures and in line with the national labour law of DRC.
Work with CMT and programme managers to develop and implement sound staff development plans.
Establish and maintain regular, participative and documented forums and meetings for all key staff to discuss policy, strategic, operational and management issues, coordinate planning and implementation of activities, and ensure information sharing.
Financial Management:
Be responsible for overall financial management of Concern DRC including participatory budget preparation, revision and monitoring.
Ensure that the Concern organisational and country specific financial guidelines and procedures are adhered to.
Ensure development and implementation of work and expenditure plans and ensure that programmes are implemented within agreed and approved budgets through undertaking regular budget monitoring of expenditure against budget.
Ensure that internal and donor financial reports are submitted in a timely manner and up to high quality standard.
Policies and procedures:
Ensure consistent implementation of Concern organisational and country specific policies and procedures.
Liaise with Concern head office and technical advisors over country specific policy development and make recommendations for organisational policy revisions as necessitated by field conditions.
Ensure that all Concern DRC staff are familiar with policies and procedures and effectively implementing them.
Ensure that support systems are in place and functioning in accordance with best practices in order to ensure transparency and accountability to programme participants, donors, government, and other relevant stakeholder.
Be responsible for security and safety of Concern personnel and resources in DRC including participatory development, review and implementation of Country Security Management Plan.
Representation and Networking:
Represent Concern DRC and maintain coordination and networking relationships with the government, donors and other national and international development actors in the country.
Ensure that relationship and formal agreements with the government are maintained and updated as appropriate.
Represent Concern at various national level coordination forums.
Person Specification:
Essential:
Third level qualification in Humanitarian Aid/ Development studies or related field. Minimum 5 years in national or international agencies working in the development sector. Minimum 3 years programme management in development countries, including financial management, HR management, programme design, networking with donors, agencies and national authorities. Working knowledge of French and fluency in English.
Desirable:
Masters Degree in Humanitarian Aid/ Development studies or related field. Experience in working in multisectoral and multicultural teams. Experience with line management of both national and international staff with different skill sets. Excellent leadership - people management skills. Strong vision on Concern's mission and capacity to share it. Proficient spoken English and French. Excellent English writing skills. Patience and good tolerance for frustration. Computer Skills : conversant with Microsoft Word and Excel. Prepared to work and live in challenging surroundings.
To apply: All applications should be submitted through our website at https://jobs.concern.net
Application deadline is 21st December 2011
All candidates who are short-listed for a first round interview will be notified via email after the application deadline
How to apply:
To apply: All applications should be submitted through our website at https://jobs.concern.net
Application deadline is 21st December 2011
Closing Date: Wednesday, 21 December 2011
Job Title: Country Director
Reports to: Regional Director
Job Location: Kinshasa, with regular visits to programme sites in Katanga and North Kivu Provinces
Contract Details:
Contract Length: 3 years Contract Status: Accompanied Salary Grade: D Start Date: 1st February, 2012
Job Purpose:
The Country Director has overall responsibility for strategic development and effective management of the Concern DRC country programme in line with Concern Worldwide organisational and country specific strategies, policies and procedures. S/he will chair the senior management team and represent the organisation with Government, donors and other International Organisations.
Main duties & Responsibilities:
General Responsibilities:
Ensure the efficient and transparent use of all Concern's resources in order to maximize the benefit to the targeted communities. Promote and ensure compliance with the requirements of Concern's Programme Participants Protection Policy and implementation of Humanitarian Accountability Partnership (HAP) standards including Community based complaint and response mechanisms to ensure maximum protection to programme beneficiaries. Promote and protect the reputation of Concern in external settings, ensuring that the organization's experience and expertise is well communicated and consistently presented, and that we are looked to as a professional organisation.
Leadership:
Lead with the finalisation of the country strategic plan (2012-2015) that contributes to achieving Concern's global strategy and objectives Provide leadership in the overall effective planning and direction of Concern's programme and operations at country level. Build a strong and committed team of national and international staff adhering to Concern policies and procedures and applying key principles of transparency, accountability, good stewardship and participation.
Create and maintain shared vision, amongst all Concern DRC staff, of Concern's programme goals and objectives and their role in achieving these.
Lead and support in strengthening coordination and collaboration within teams and across all teams, maintain and ensure constructive communications, contribute to a positive working environment.
Programme Development and Management:
Oversee and lead the strategic development and implementation of programmes in line with Concern organisational and country strategic plan and following the Concern PCM policy including proposal writing and sourcing funding.
Ensure that effective monitoring and evaluation systems including a Results Based Framework are established and implemented in line with Concern policies and tools to measure impact and efficiency. Ensure effective coordination of technical inputs (e.g. SAL advisors, regional advisors) in designing, implementing, monitoring and evaluating programmes.
Regularly review funding opportunities according to in-country strategy, and maintain productive working relationships with donors and be responsible for undertaking country level negotiations related to securing funding, programming contracts, and reports.
Manage the country programme effectively including allocation of resources and ensuring that appropriate monitoring and controls are maintained at all levels by working with programme and systems managers and staff.
Provide adequate leadership and support to ACDP, Area and Programme Managers in setting up high quality standards and implementation of humanitarian, recovery and development orientated sector programmes ( Livelihoods, WASH and Emergency) as well as cross cutting themes including equality, protection, prevention of GBV, DRR, HIV and AIDS, social protection etc.
Ensure that all programmes are implemented and completed according to programme documents including agreed plans and budget.
Maintain effective communication and liaise with Concern head office in Dublin and ensure that high standard internal and donor reports are produced and submitted in timely manner and in line with relevant targets and objectives.
Human Resources Management:
Line manage senior management team and be responsible for the overall management and development of national and international staff of Concern DRC. Manage and support country programme team ensuring that there is clearly defined up-to-date structure and job descriptions for all staff.
Ensure that regular staff Performance and Development Review (PDR) system is established and maintained and that PDRs are undertaken seriously at all levels.
Develop, review, and effectively implement all Human Resources related policies and procedures in accordance with Concern policies and procedures and in line with the national labour law of DRC.
Work with CMT and programme managers to develop and implement sound staff development plans.
Establish and maintain regular, participative and documented forums and meetings for all key staff to discuss policy, strategic, operational and management issues, coordinate planning and implementation of activities, and ensure information sharing.
Financial Management:
Be responsible for overall financial management of Concern DRC including participatory budget preparation, revision and monitoring.
Ensure that the Concern organisational and country specific financial guidelines and procedures are adhered to.
Ensure development and implementation of work and expenditure plans and ensure that programmes are implemented within agreed and approved budgets through undertaking regular budget monitoring of expenditure against budget.
Ensure that internal and donor financial reports are submitted in a timely manner and up to high quality standard.
Policies and procedures:
Ensure consistent implementation of Concern organisational and country specific policies and procedures.
Liaise with Concern head office and technical advisors over country specific policy development and make recommendations for organisational policy revisions as necessitated by field conditions.
Ensure that all Concern DRC staff are familiar with policies and procedures and effectively implementing them.
Ensure that support systems are in place and functioning in accordance with best practices in order to ensure transparency and accountability to programme participants, donors, government, and other relevant stakeholder.
Be responsible for security and safety of Concern personnel and resources in DRC including participatory development, review and implementation of Country Security Management Plan.
Representation and Networking:
Represent Concern DRC and maintain coordination and networking relationships with the government, donors and other national and international development actors in the country.
Ensure that relationship and formal agreements with the government are maintained and updated as appropriate.
Represent Concern at various national level coordination forums.
Person Specification:
Essential:
Third level qualification in Humanitarian Aid/ Development studies or related field. Minimum 5 years in national or international agencies working in the development sector. Minimum 3 years programme management in development countries, including financial management, HR management, programme design, networking with donors, agencies and national authorities. Working knowledge of French and fluency in English.
Desirable:
Masters Degree in Humanitarian Aid/ Development studies or related field. Experience in working in multisectoral and multicultural teams. Experience with line management of both national and international staff with different skill sets. Excellent leadership - people management skills. Strong vision on Concern's mission and capacity to share it. Proficient spoken English and French. Excellent English writing skills. Patience and good tolerance for frustration. Computer Skills : conversant with Microsoft Word and Excel. Prepared to work and live in challenging surroundings.
To apply: All applications should be submitted through our website at https://jobs.concern.net
Application deadline is 21st December 2011
All candidates who are short-listed for a first round interview will be notified via email after the application deadline
How to apply:
To apply: All applications should be submitted through our website at https://jobs.concern.net
Application deadline is 21st December 2011
Jobs at Orange in Egypt- Technical Design Consultant
Job Title: Technical Design Consultant
ref : 527921
posted : 11 Dec 2011
apply before : 08 Jan 2012
Technical Design Consultant
Cairo,Egypt:City Stars Tower 2
Egypt
company
Orange Business Services
activities
Orange Business Services manages and integrates the complexity of international communications, freeing our customers to focus on the strategic initiatives that drive their business. Our extensive experience and knowledge in global communication solutions, together with our understanding of multinational business and local support in 166 countries and territories, ensure that our customers receive a consistent, global solution wherever they do business.
department
Sales & Marketing Europe
about the role
Technical Design Consultants (TDC) dedicated to one or more accounts will be responsible of transferring customers’ requirements into an orderable solution based on Orange Business products and services. For installed products & solutions, they own technical design from concept to subsequent implementation, including technical validation of all implementation, moves, adds and changes, and associated customer interactions.
As Technical Design Consultant, supporting the customers with activities will include the following:
qualification of maintenance request (determine if SAM is needed) coming from HP
quality check on requests we get from HP (template completed and no missing/faulty information)
provide technical requirements to Internal departments (eg IS Sales Desk) or Third parties (eg Comtel, Visionsconnected)
in case technical or design questions come back from third parties or sales desk, investigate and provide answer
in case non-standard maintenance requests (eg support EoL equipment) open SAM to investigate possibilities
quality check and challenging of input you get back from internal departments and/or third parties (eg did they not overscope or counted elements double)
define assumptions/conditions that need to be attached to proposal
provide support to the Solution Consultant, customer project manager and dedicated VPN Owner team globally for all design issues and delivery of the customers solutions.
provide design activity and technical details as required for the customer services that are being ordered
provide order validation of technical service components and equipment specifications
support in creating and amending Technical/Design documentation
about you
skills:
basic knowledge on Cisco routers and switches, Riverbed steelhead appliances, Polycom videoconferencing, Alcatel switches, Juniper/Netscreen FWs
good knowledge on Orange maintenance processes
good English communication skills (speaking and writing)
time management, ability to deliver on time and prioritize
ability to work independently in a virtual team
experience:
at least 3years of experience in data networking and IP equipment
at least 2years of experience in Orange
contract
Permanent
How to Apply:
http://orange.jobs/jobs/fiche.do?do=fiche&open&id=22562
Deadline: 08 Jan 2012
ref : 527921
posted : 11 Dec 2011
apply before : 08 Jan 2012
Technical Design Consultant
Cairo,Egypt:City Stars Tower 2
Egypt
company
Orange Business Services
activities
Orange Business Services manages and integrates the complexity of international communications, freeing our customers to focus on the strategic initiatives that drive their business. Our extensive experience and knowledge in global communication solutions, together with our understanding of multinational business and local support in 166 countries and territories, ensure that our customers receive a consistent, global solution wherever they do business.
department
Sales & Marketing Europe
about the role
Technical Design Consultants (TDC) dedicated to one or more accounts will be responsible of transferring customers’ requirements into an orderable solution based on Orange Business products and services. For installed products & solutions, they own technical design from concept to subsequent implementation, including technical validation of all implementation, moves, adds and changes, and associated customer interactions.
As Technical Design Consultant, supporting the customers with activities will include the following:
qualification of maintenance request (determine if SAM is needed) coming from HP
quality check on requests we get from HP (template completed and no missing/faulty information)
provide technical requirements to Internal departments (eg IS Sales Desk) or Third parties (eg Comtel, Visionsconnected)
in case technical or design questions come back from third parties or sales desk, investigate and provide answer
in case non-standard maintenance requests (eg support EoL equipment) open SAM to investigate possibilities
quality check and challenging of input you get back from internal departments and/or third parties (eg did they not overscope or counted elements double)
define assumptions/conditions that need to be attached to proposal
provide support to the Solution Consultant, customer project manager and dedicated VPN Owner team globally for all design issues and delivery of the customers solutions.
provide design activity and technical details as required for the customer services that are being ordered
provide order validation of technical service components and equipment specifications
support in creating and amending Technical/Design documentation
about you
skills:
basic knowledge on Cisco routers and switches, Riverbed steelhead appliances, Polycom videoconferencing, Alcatel switches, Juniper/Netscreen FWs
good knowledge on Orange maintenance processes
good English communication skills (speaking and writing)
time management, ability to deliver on time and prioritize
ability to work independently in a virtual team
experience:
at least 3years of experience in data networking and IP equipment
at least 2years of experience in Orange
contract
Permanent
How to Apply:
http://orange.jobs/jobs/fiche.do?do=fiche&open&id=22562
Deadline: 08 Jan 2012
Jobs in Mauritius at Orange- Technical Support Agent
Job Title: Customer Technical Support Agent
ref : 527339
posted : 07 Dec 2011
apply before : 05 Feb 2012
Customer Technical Support Agent
Rose Hill,Mauritius: Moka Road
Mauritius
company
Orange Business Services
activities
Orange Business Services manages and integrates the complexity of international communications, freeing our customers to focus on the strategic initiatives that drive their business. Our extensive experience and knowledge in global communication solutions, together with our understanding of multinational business and local support in 166 countries and territories, ensure that our customers receive a consistent, global solution wherever they do business.
department
Customer Services & Operations
about the role
Manage customer calls and mails and propose them a solution concerning usage or restoring products and services.
Welcome and manage the customer complaints.
Listen and qualify customer demand in case of breakdown : diagnose, handle or direct, inform the customer.
Make sure of problem resolution and of answer at customer request is right.
Inform the customer over delays and restoring conditions.
Value the image of the group.
about you
High school Diploma, International Baccalaureate or equivalent AND Minimum 2 years diploma or degree (Computing or Information Systems preferred).
Excellent communications skills. Fluent in English and French (verbal and written)
Knowledge and technical skills : Good IP Knowledge (CCNA or CCNP equivalent), excellent Windows operating System knowledge, Good PC applications and operations knowledge, ability to work within a defined process and insure procedures are followed.
12-18 months experience in a technical support role preferred.
Project management and technical change management experience an advantage.
Demonstrated ability to work under pressure & multi-task, Good time management and organizational skills, Flexibility in work hours required, and a willingness to learn and expand knowledge.
contract
Permanent
How to ApplY:
http://orange.jobs/jobs/fiche.do?do=fiche&open&id=22561
Deadline: 05 Feb 2012
ref : 527339
posted : 07 Dec 2011
apply before : 05 Feb 2012
Customer Technical Support Agent
Rose Hill,Mauritius: Moka Road
Mauritius
company
Orange Business Services
activities
Orange Business Services manages and integrates the complexity of international communications, freeing our customers to focus on the strategic initiatives that drive their business. Our extensive experience and knowledge in global communication solutions, together with our understanding of multinational business and local support in 166 countries and territories, ensure that our customers receive a consistent, global solution wherever they do business.
department
Customer Services & Operations
about the role
Manage customer calls and mails and propose them a solution concerning usage or restoring products and services.
Welcome and manage the customer complaints.
Listen and qualify customer demand in case of breakdown : diagnose, handle or direct, inform the customer.
Make sure of problem resolution and of answer at customer request is right.
Inform the customer over delays and restoring conditions.
Value the image of the group.
about you
High school Diploma, International Baccalaureate or equivalent AND Minimum 2 years diploma or degree (Computing or Information Systems preferred).
Excellent communications skills. Fluent in English and French (verbal and written)
Knowledge and technical skills : Good IP Knowledge (CCNA or CCNP equivalent), excellent Windows operating System knowledge, Good PC applications and operations knowledge, ability to work within a defined process and insure procedures are followed.
12-18 months experience in a technical support role preferred.
Project management and technical change management experience an advantage.
Demonstrated ability to work under pressure & multi-task, Good time management and organizational skills, Flexibility in work hours required, and a willingness to learn and expand knowledge.
contract
Permanent
How to ApplY:
http://orange.jobs/jobs/fiche.do?do=fiche&open&id=22561
Deadline: 05 Feb 2012
Jobs in Mauritius at Orange
Job Title: Team Lead - Release Management Extended (RME)
ref : 528073
posted : 08 Dec 2011
apply before : 05 Jan 2012
Team Lead - Release Management Extended (RME)
Mauritius
Mauritius
company
Orange Business Services
activities
Orange Business Services manages and integrates the complexity of international communications, freeing our customers to focus on the strategic initiatives that drive their business. Our extensive experience and knowledge in global communication solutions, together with our understanding of multinational business and local support in 166 countries and territories, ensure that our customers receive a consistent, global solution wherever they do business.
department
Customer Services & Operations
about the role
Management:
Ensures that all referred change requests from VPOs to the RME team are attended and released error-free and On Time.
Ensures day-to-day smooth running of the team
Conduct Team briefs
Prepare roster for the team
To own first level of escalations
To monitor Team / Individual performance
To complete semesterly individual appraisals
Technical:
Perform Feasibility study and Risk analysis of Customer change / migration requests
Prepare and build configuration for Customer change or migration request along with fallback procedure
Work closely with Customer VPO’s to ensure first time right implementation (dual validation for complex change request)
Pre test new configuration and Release it on Customer network during scheduled Customer maintance window and perform post test.
If required perform troubleshooting and perform fallback
Remain point of escalation for Service Operations during change PIR Delay
Support Customer acceptance testing CAT when outside business hours of Customer VPO
Perform all OTB Little and Clear Impact change requests for all VPO Customers
about you
Education, qualifications and certifications
Degree in Computer Science / Electronics and Telecommunication or any other Engineering degree
CCNA certification level required.
Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) or Cisco Certified Internetwork Professional (CCIP) - desirable
ITIL Certification - desirable
Work Experience:
2 years experience in people management
Practiced:
Coaching / Mentoring team members
Configuring Cisco Routers and Switches
TCP/IP - IP Addressing
IGPs - RIPv2, OSPF, EIGRP
Layer 2 technologies - Frame Relay, ATM, Metro Ethernet
Knowledge of: MPLS, BGP, QoS
Abilities:
Good Interpersonal Skills
Good communication Skills
Conflict resolution Skills
contract
Temporary
How to Apply:
http://orange.jobs/jobs/fiche.do?do=fiche&open&id=22549
Closing Date: 05 Jan 2012
ref : 528073
posted : 08 Dec 2011
apply before : 05 Jan 2012
Team Lead - Release Management Extended (RME)
Mauritius
Mauritius
company
Orange Business Services
activities
Orange Business Services manages and integrates the complexity of international communications, freeing our customers to focus on the strategic initiatives that drive their business. Our extensive experience and knowledge in global communication solutions, together with our understanding of multinational business and local support in 166 countries and territories, ensure that our customers receive a consistent, global solution wherever they do business.
department
Customer Services & Operations
about the role
Management:
Ensures that all referred change requests from VPOs to the RME team are attended and released error-free and On Time.
Ensures day-to-day smooth running of the team
Conduct Team briefs
Prepare roster for the team
To own first level of escalations
To monitor Team / Individual performance
To complete semesterly individual appraisals
Technical:
Perform Feasibility study and Risk analysis of Customer change / migration requests
Prepare and build configuration for Customer change or migration request along with fallback procedure
Work closely with Customer VPO’s to ensure first time right implementation (dual validation for complex change request)
Pre test new configuration and Release it on Customer network during scheduled Customer maintance window and perform post test.
If required perform troubleshooting and perform fallback
Remain point of escalation for Service Operations during change PIR Delay
Support Customer acceptance testing CAT when outside business hours of Customer VPO
Perform all OTB Little and Clear Impact change requests for all VPO Customers
about you
Education, qualifications and certifications
Degree in Computer Science / Electronics and Telecommunication or any other Engineering degree
CCNA certification level required.
Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) or Cisco Certified Internetwork Professional (CCIP) - desirable
ITIL Certification - desirable
Work Experience:
2 years experience in people management
Practiced:
Coaching / Mentoring team members
Configuring Cisco Routers and Switches
TCP/IP - IP Addressing
IGPs - RIPv2, OSPF, EIGRP
Layer 2 technologies - Frame Relay, ATM, Metro Ethernet
Knowledge of: MPLS, BGP, QoS
Abilities:
Good Interpersonal Skills
Good communication Skills
Conflict resolution Skills
contract
Temporary
How to Apply:
http://orange.jobs/jobs/fiche.do?do=fiche&open&id=22549
Closing Date: 05 Jan 2012
Jobs at Orange in Botswana
Job Title: Leader/Coordinator of Innovation projects
ref : R&D anim
posted : 12 Dec 2011
apply on line
Leader/Coordinator of Innovation projects
Gaborone
Botswana
company
Orange
department
France Telecom Research and Development wishes to develop support activities for operational entities in the AMEA region and more specifically in sub-Saharan Africa. In this regard, a work of identification of opportunities, potential partners and sponsors and the most relevant innovations must be done in every domain concerning TIC (networks and services).The main interesting areas of activities for Orange R&D are the agricultural, educational, health, governmental, financial sectors. Today, in order to support local and regional entities in East Africa, like Botswana, an additional support on the field seems necessary, that is the reason why a position of VIE should be opened.
about the role
The mission of VIE is to be the link between R&D teams and local and regional teams of innovation. The presence of someone already familiar with the Orange innovation process and the projects launched or must be launched in the concerned region would be an asset for the company. Moreover, a previous experience in the group, would facilitate coordination between FT group board initiatives and local actions in the different sectors.
Approach of Innovation and of R&D
Analyze the ecosystems and present a comprehensive survey of potential opportunities
Identify innovation networks and main actors
Provide on demand needs studies and illustrate them with use cases
Communicate about initiatives launched by various organizations and stakeholders in the 5 sectors
Assure easier a relationship for local and regional Orange teams and Orange labs (AMEA, TECHNOCENTRE, BU's) with R&D
Help for supporting R&D and AMEA
Take into account the portfolio of projects implemented in the region
Get involved in the study of opportunity and feasibility for the setting-up of a R&D structure in the region
Identify the new opportunities of research & development (networks, platforms and services) according to the ecosystem
Check that the deliverables proposed by R&D meet requirements and needs of local or regional market
Proposal of a lobbying plan with the main Stakeholders
Local and international public organizations
Ministries: Health, Agriculture, Education, Industry, TIC...
French cooperation
Regional bodies
United Nations agencies
Private companies (including start-ups) involved in the R&D projects process
NGOs
Communication
Internal: local correspondent for Orange Labs; share lessons and feedback of experience in the fields
promote the local and regional outstanding
External: Promotion the achievements of R&D, lobbying
Coordination
Share and exchange the experiences with Francophone and Anglophone countries "Orange"
Organize and participate to workshops to facilitate experience sharing in the regional area
At a latter stage, if that's found relevant, work on the competitive intelligence and analyze the East Africa ecosystem
Political, economic, social, technological and legal analysis
Ecosystem analysis: Stakeholders' interviews and documentation review
Competitors positioning analysis:
For the leading competitors
Sector by sector for the TIC organizations
Identification of new areas of research and development
about you
Master degree
Good experience in the TIC field
Good knowledge of the African/Subsaharian market
Good communication skills / Interpersonnal skills
Autonomy
English : Fluent.
How to Apply:
http://orange.jobs/jobs/fiche.do?do=fiche&open&id=22571
Deadline: 12 Dec 2011
ref : R&D anim
posted : 12 Dec 2011
apply on line
Leader/Coordinator of Innovation projects
Gaborone
Botswana
company
Orange
department
France Telecom Research and Development wishes to develop support activities for operational entities in the AMEA region and more specifically in sub-Saharan Africa. In this regard, a work of identification of opportunities, potential partners and sponsors and the most relevant innovations must be done in every domain concerning TIC (networks and services).The main interesting areas of activities for Orange R&D are the agricultural, educational, health, governmental, financial sectors. Today, in order to support local and regional entities in East Africa, like Botswana, an additional support on the field seems necessary, that is the reason why a position of VIE should be opened.
about the role
The mission of VIE is to be the link between R&D teams and local and regional teams of innovation. The presence of someone already familiar with the Orange innovation process and the projects launched or must be launched in the concerned region would be an asset for the company. Moreover, a previous experience in the group, would facilitate coordination between FT group board initiatives and local actions in the different sectors.
Approach of Innovation and of R&D
Analyze the ecosystems and present a comprehensive survey of potential opportunities
Identify innovation networks and main actors
Provide on demand needs studies and illustrate them with use cases
Communicate about initiatives launched by various organizations and stakeholders in the 5 sectors
Assure easier a relationship for local and regional Orange teams and Orange labs (AMEA, TECHNOCENTRE, BU's) with R&D
Help for supporting R&D and AMEA
Take into account the portfolio of projects implemented in the region
Get involved in the study of opportunity and feasibility for the setting-up of a R&D structure in the region
Identify the new opportunities of research & development (networks, platforms and services) according to the ecosystem
Check that the deliverables proposed by R&D meet requirements and needs of local or regional market
Proposal of a lobbying plan with the main Stakeholders
Local and international public organizations
Ministries: Health, Agriculture, Education, Industry, TIC...
French cooperation
Regional bodies
United Nations agencies
Private companies (including start-ups) involved in the R&D projects process
NGOs
Communication
Internal: local correspondent for Orange Labs; share lessons and feedback of experience in the fields
promote the local and regional outstanding
External: Promotion the achievements of R&D, lobbying
Coordination
Share and exchange the experiences with Francophone and Anglophone countries "Orange"
Organize and participate to workshops to facilitate experience sharing in the regional area
At a latter stage, if that's found relevant, work on the competitive intelligence and analyze the East Africa ecosystem
Political, economic, social, technological and legal analysis
Ecosystem analysis: Stakeholders' interviews and documentation review
Competitors positioning analysis:
For the leading competitors
Sector by sector for the TIC organizations
Identification of new areas of research and development
about you
Master degree
Good experience in the TIC field
Good knowledge of the African/Subsaharian market
Good communication skills / Interpersonnal skills
Autonomy
English : Fluent.
How to Apply:
http://orange.jobs/jobs/fiche.do?do=fiche&open&id=22571
Deadline: 12 Dec 2011
Jobs at Orange in Egypt
Job Title: Security Implementation Engineer
ref : 524530
posted : 13 Dec 2011
apply before : 11 Feb 2012
Security Implementation Engineer
Cairo,Egypt:City Star Tower 3
Egypt
company
Orange Business Services
activities
Orange Business Services manages and integrates the complexity of international communications, freeing our customers to focus on the strategic initiatives that drive their business. Our extensive experience and knowledge in global communication solutions, together with our understanding of multinational business and local support in 166 countries and territories, ensure that our customers receive a consistent, global solution wherever they do business.
department
Customer Services & Operations
about the role
implementation of different security solutions (firewalls, proxies, antivirus gateways, url and content filters, intrusion detection and prevention, unified threat management)
responsibilities include all technical and administrative activities related to the build, integration, testing and delivery of managed security services
assume Technical Implementation Ownership within transition projects; liaise with other project team members as a point of contact for Security Management Organization to ensure the final delivery of security solutions
assume ownership of complex changes and migrations projects of existing security services
conform to existing operational service processes, technical procedures, guidelines and best practices and to corporate security policies and code of ethics
about you
must have:
very good understanding of networking concepts and protocols (TCP/IP, routing, switching)
very good understanding of Security Concepts & solutions
hands on experience (administration and deployment) on one or more of the following technologies:
- Firewalls (Nokia appliances, CheckPoint, Netscreen)
- Proxy servers (Bluecoat, Netcache)
- Antivirus Gateways (Trendmicro, Symantec, Macfee)
- IDS & IDP (Cisco, Juniper)
- URL & Content filtering software (Smartfilter, WebWasher, Symantec)
- Unified defense (Fortinet)
- Application switches (Alteon, BigIP)
- Unix operating system
at least 4 years proven work experience, with min two years related to IT/Network security
fluent English skills (written and spoken)
very good communication & facilitation skills
sound customer facing experience
nice to have:
project management knowledge
certification in IT/Network security or vendor security certification
contract
Permanent
How to apply:
http://orange.jobs/jobs/fiche.do?do=fiche&open&id=22601
Deadline: 11 Feb 2012
ref : 524530
posted : 13 Dec 2011
apply before : 11 Feb 2012
Security Implementation Engineer
Cairo,Egypt:City Star Tower 3
Egypt
company
Orange Business Services
activities
Orange Business Services manages and integrates the complexity of international communications, freeing our customers to focus on the strategic initiatives that drive their business. Our extensive experience and knowledge in global communication solutions, together with our understanding of multinational business and local support in 166 countries and territories, ensure that our customers receive a consistent, global solution wherever they do business.
department
Customer Services & Operations
about the role
implementation of different security solutions (firewalls, proxies, antivirus gateways, url and content filters, intrusion detection and prevention, unified threat management)
responsibilities include all technical and administrative activities related to the build, integration, testing and delivery of managed security services
assume Technical Implementation Ownership within transition projects; liaise with other project team members as a point of contact for Security Management Organization to ensure the final delivery of security solutions
assume ownership of complex changes and migrations projects of existing security services
conform to existing operational service processes, technical procedures, guidelines and best practices and to corporate security policies and code of ethics
about you
must have:
very good understanding of networking concepts and protocols (TCP/IP, routing, switching)
very good understanding of Security Concepts & solutions
hands on experience (administration and deployment) on one or more of the following technologies:
- Firewalls (Nokia appliances, CheckPoint, Netscreen)
- Proxy servers (Bluecoat, Netcache)
- Antivirus Gateways (Trendmicro, Symantec, Macfee)
- IDS & IDP (Cisco, Juniper)
- URL & Content filtering software (Smartfilter, WebWasher, Symantec)
- Unified defense (Fortinet)
- Application switches (Alteon, BigIP)
- Unix operating system
at least 4 years proven work experience, with min two years related to IT/Network security
fluent English skills (written and spoken)
very good communication & facilitation skills
sound customer facing experience
nice to have:
project management knowledge
certification in IT/Network security or vendor security certification
contract
Permanent
How to apply:
http://orange.jobs/jobs/fiche.do?do=fiche&open&id=22601
Deadline: 11 Feb 2012
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