Job Title:JUSTICE AND SECURITY JOINT PROGRAMME MAMAGER
Location : Monrovia, LIBERIA
Application Deadline : 27-Jan-12
Additional Category Management
Type of Contract : FTA International
Post Level : P-5
Languages Required :
English
Starting Date :
(date when the selected candidate is expected to start) 16-Mar-2012
Duration of Initial Contract : One year (Renewable)
Background
In September 2010, Liberia was formally placed on the Agenda of the United Nations Peacebuilding Commission based on a request from the Government of Liberia (GoL) in May 2010 to the UN Secretary General. In its letter of request, the GoL identified three areas: justice, security, and reconciliation as key priorities for peacebuilding and sustainable development. In particular, the GoL stressed the dire need for provision of justice and security at a more decentralized level and to foster reconciliation at the sub-national levels. In partnership with the United Nations, a three-year Liberia Peacebuilding Programme (LPP) has been developed to address the GoL priorities. The outcome areas covered by the programme include:
Strengthening the rule of law (Enhanced access to justice and community security through five regional hubs).
Supporting security sector reform (Functions of Justice and Security institutions supported previously by UNMIL interventions fully maintained).
Promoting National Reconciliation (Conflict sensitive regions are capacitated to address potential risks of relapse into violence and support peaceful conflict resolutions).
In order to ensure the successful implementation of the GoL priorities and the LPP in general and various activities of the Justice and Security components, a Justice and Security Programme Manager is being sought. The Programme Manager when recruited will be responsible to the Special Representative of the Secretary General (SRSG) or her designee. The Justice and Security Programme Manager will liaise and work with the Joint Steering Committee (JSC) Technical Advisory Group (TAG) on Justice and Security related to the LPP to prepare and submit monthly, quarterly, and annual reports to the Minister of Justice and SRSG. Copies of these reports will also be submitted to the JSC through the Peacebuilding Office (PBO.) Further, the Programme Manager will liaise with the Office of the Chief Justice or his designee on judiciary matters related to the Justice and Security component of the LPP. The Justice and Security Programme Manager will also support the implementation of programme activities of the LPP, as set out in the costed action plan, joint programmes and annual work plans as may be developed. S/he will have supervisory responsibilities over each of the Regional Hub Managers.
The Justice and Security Programme Manager will also work closely with the PBO and project teams (including UN Recipient agencies and Government institutions and implementing partners) in all aspects of the programme and will help support and conduct monitoring and evaluation of the implementation of the LPP and assist in developing progress reports for the JSC, the MDTF, PBSO and the PBC.
Duties and Responsibilities
In all key functions, the International Programme Manager collaborates closely with a National Programme Manager. For the benefit of sustainability, the two posts mirror each other during the first 12 months, with a view to the National Programme Manager taking on the full responsibility once the international counterpart completes his/her assignment.
Leadership and Oversight of Liberia Peace Building Programme (LPP) Justice and Security Components:
Advises the Government of Liberia (GoL), in consultation with the Technical Advisory Group on Justice and Security (JS TAG), in strategic planning, management, implementation, as well as monitoring and evaluation of the LPP justice and security components as defined in the LPP programme document. The Programme Manager is expected to maintain close coordination with national and international partners and ensure mindfulness of cross-cutting issues – with particular attention given to gender issues, conflict sensitivity, and human rights-based approaches (HRBA);
Coordinates the production and dissemination of consolidated reports on the justice and security components of the LPP based on progress reports prepared by participating GoL, UN, and other participating organizations;
Establishes, in collaboration with the GoL, UN, and other participating organizations, systems for project planning and implementation;
Advises the Deputy Minister of Justice, in his/her function as JS TAG chair. This involves overseeing technical support to the various programme components as needed;
Advises the GoL, in consultation with the JS TAG, to develop a risk management strategy for the justice and security components of the LPP;
Advises the GoL, in consultation with the JS TAG, to develop strategic partnerships for overall effectiveness of the Regional Justice and Security Hubs. In particular, ensures that JS TAG meetings are used efficiently and effectively in support of the regular and sustainable operation of Regional Justice and Security Hubs;
Maintains regular communications link to the Ministry of Justice and the Judiciary on judicial matters. The Programme Manager reports directly to the Minister of Justice on issues related to security as well as other issues requiring the attention of the Minister of Justice; and to the Chief Justice on issues related to judiciary;
The Programme Manager, with support from the UNMIL SSR Advisor and the Liberia Peacebuilding Office (PBO), will maintain firm relationships with the two branches of Government, in particular with the Minister of Justice and the Chief Justice.
Planning, Management, and Monitoring
Oversees the planning of all JSJP interventions of the LPP through managing submission of programme and progress reports of GoL and UN implementing partners. This includes the timely preparation of detailed Annual Work Plans (AWPs) and budgets for all programme activities;
Liaises with implementing partners on infrastructure works, capacity building and community outreach activities, as detailed in the Costed Action Plan;
Ensures that lead UN agencies are delivering on LPP projects as set out in the Costed Action Plan and that they observe their staffing and financial commitments as set forth in the Programme document;
Oversees performance tracking and management of implementing partners to ensure quality assurance and timely delivery of outputs;
Ensures delivery of the programme activities. Towards this end, the Programme Manager periodically reviews results to achieve intended outcomes in accordance with a Monitoring and Evaluation Plan to be developed in collaboration with the LPP M&E Specialist located within the PBO; and
Provides regular and timely monitoring of progress on programme implementation issues pertaining to the Hubs, including identification of potential risks to Hub operations. The Programme Manager is expected to apply problem solving skills where needed; and
Liaises with relevant partners, focal points and the PBO for continuous monitoring and assessment as per the Monitoring and Evaluation framework established in the LPP. This is carried out in close coordination with the future position of an M&E Specialist to be based in the PBO.
Coordination and Development of Strategic Partnerships
Coordinates and collaborates with the PBO, implementing partners and UN Agencies to facilitate building linkages amongst the various justice and security projects as well as between the Justice and Security Joint Programme and the activities under the National Reconciliation Programme. Hereunder, the Programme Manager is expected to facilitate the harmonization of approaches, aimed at promoting common interests and achievement of overall results and impacts;
Provides technical support and guidance to the JS TAG where applicable;
Provides technical advice to the JS TAG to ensure quality assurance in execution of the Justice and Security Joint Programme;
Advises the PBO, other national partners, UN and PBC in resource mobilization efforts on behalf of the Joint Programme;
Liaises with UNMIL’s Peacebuilding Advisor around the management and implementation of PBF funded activities.
IMPACT OF RESULTS:
The key results have an impact on the Liberia Peace Building Programme through:
Enhanced and effective justice and security service delivery throughout the country, thereby contributing to the planned goal of decentralization.
Improved confidence in justice and security sector institutions by local communities.
Reduced incidence of violence and greater reliance on Liberian justice and security sector professionals to provide effective services.
Reduced levels of human rights abuses within the security sector.
Competencies
Corporate Competencies
Demonstrates commitment to UNDP’s mission, vision and values
Demonstrates integrity by respecting the GoL’s vision, values and ethical standards
Promotes the vision, mission, and strategic goals of the LPP
Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability
Treats all people fairly without favoritism
Projects a confident leadership style that encourages team spirit and cooperation.
Functional Competencies
Development and Operational Effectiveness:
Ability to lead strategic planning, results-based management and reporting
Ability to lead formulation and monitoring of management projects
Ability to be creative, flexible and proactive in order to provide continuous support to UN and GoL staff and partners in a challenging working environment.
Solid knowledge of financial resources and human resources management, contract and asset management, procurement, information and communication technology, and general administration.
Ability to lead a course of business processes re-engineering, implementation of new systems (business side), and to motivate staff behavioral and attitudinal changes.
Management and Leadership:
Builds strong relationships with clients, focuses on impact and result for the client and responds positively to feedback;
Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude.
Demonstrates openness to change and the ability to manage complex programmatic activities.
Leads teams effectively and shows mentoring as well as conflict resolution skills.
Demonstrates strong oral and written communication skills.
Remains calm, in control and good humored even under pressure.
Presents proven networking, team-building, organizational and communication skills.
Professionalism:
Demonstrated ability in managing and coordinating large scale multi-stakeholder projects and activities
Aility to work independently with minimal supervision and to maintain flexibility.
Planning and Organizing:
Demonstrated effective organizational skills and ability to handle technical work in an efficient and timely manner
Demonstrated ability to coordinate tasks to meet deadlines.
Knowledge Management and Learning:
Promotes knowledge management among justice and security professionals that promotes constructive assessment and builds on lessons learned for roll-out of Regional Justice and Security Hubs beyond the pilot phase.
Ensures that UNMIL’s D/SRSG R&G and the Minister of Justice are adequately briefed at all times on developments and emerging challenges relevant to JSJP management and implementation progress.
Required Skills and Experience
Education:
Advanced university degree (minimum of a MA or MSc) in Management, Public Administration, Regional Planning or related field, including professional training in programme or project management.
Experience:
Minimum of 10 years of relevant professional work experience in the development fields of project management and coordination, with a solid understanding of public administration, preferably in a justice and security context;
Strong understanding of inter-governmental working relationships and the UN system;
Demonstrated senior leadership capacity of complex projects to ensure delivery of results from the start-up phase through delivery and results monitoring;
Experience with multi-partner coordination involving government and international partners, at national and sub-national levels;
Experience in building partnerships with local community groups, civil society, local government, traditional leaders, etc.;
Experience in start-up and implementation of large scale projects targeting service delivery;
Proven technical skills, including, communications, reporting, monitoring and problem-solving; and
Experience in use of computer applications in preparation of technical reports.
Language:
Fluency in English, both oral and written, is required
UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence
To Apply;
http://jobs.undp.org/cj_view_job.cfm?cur_job_id=27601
Monday, 23 January 2012
Finance Specialist UN Job Vacancy Monrovia Liberia
Job Title:FINANCE SPECIALIST
Location : Monrovia, LIBERIA
Application Deadline : 28-Jan-12
Additional Category Crisis Prevention and Recovery
Type of Contract : FTA International
Post Level : P-4
Languages Required :
English
Starting Date :
(date when the selected candidate is expected to start) 01-Mar-2012
Duration of Initial Contract : One year
Background
Under the overall guidance and direct supervision of the Deputy Country Director/Operations, the Finance Specialist is responsible for ensuring the highest efficiency in financial resources management and the provision of accurate, thoroughly researched and documented financial information, effective delivery of financial services, transparent utilization of the financial resources of the office, as well as the management of the Country Office (CO) Finance Unit in Liberia. He/she analyses and interprets the financial rules and regulations and provides solutions to a wide spectrum of complex financial issues and advises Management and staff on DEX, NEX and HACT related matters. The Financial Specialist promotes a collaborative, client-oriented approach consistent with UNDP rules and regulations.
The Finance Specialist supervises and leads professional and support staff of the Finance Unit. The Finance Specialist works in close collaboration with the Programme and Operations teams in the CO, UNDP HQ staff, Government Officials and other UN agencies, ensuring successful CO performance in the finance area.
Duties and Responsibilities
Summary of key functions:
Effective and accurate financial resources management and oversight;
Implementation of operational strategies and procedures (under DEX, NEX and HACT environment);
Projects’ budgets management and organization of an optimal cost-recovery system;
Control of CO accounts;
Control of CO cash management;
Facilitation of knowledge building and sharing.
Ensure effective and accurate financial resources management and oversight, focusing on achievement of the following results:
Financial analysis and oversight for all resources managed by the CO and provision of high-quality professional advice to the CO management;
Proper planning, expenditure tracking and audit of financial resources, including extra-budgetary income in accordance with UNDP rules and regulations;
Organization and oversight of CO cash management processes, including liquidity management, recommendation of imprest level, risk assessment, bank relationship management, timely accounting and reconciliation of all transactions, security for cash assets on site;
Monitoring of financial exception reports for unusual activities, transactions and investigation of anomalies or unusual transactions. Provision of information to supervisors and other UNDP staff at HQ on the results of the investigation when satisfactory answers are not obtained;
Monitoring the overall position of the Finance Dash Board;
Member of bank signatory panel.
Ensure implementation of operational strategies and procedures, focusing on achievement of the following results:
Full compliance of financial activities, financial recording/reporting system and audit follow up with UN/UNDP rules, regulations, policies and strategies; implementation of the effective internal control, proper design and functioning of the financial resources management system;
CO finance business processes mapping and elaboration/establishment of internal standard operating procedures in the Finance Unit; control of the work flows in the Finance Unit;
Continuous analysis and monitoring of the financial situation, presentation of forecasts for the development and management projects;
Elaboration of the framework and conditions of contribution within the CO resource mobilization efforts;
Elaboration and implementation of cost saving and reduction strategies (including introduction and development of e-banking);
Routinely monitors financial exception reports for unusual transactions, informs supervisors and other UNDP staff at Headquarters of the results of the investigation when satisfactory answers are not obtained.
Ensure efficient management of the budget of the development and management projects and organize an optimal cost-recovery system, focusing on achievement of the following results:
Management of all financial resources through planning, guiding and monitoring and controlling of the resources in accordance with UNDP rules and regulations;
Management of all the common services budgets to ensuring timely and quality reports to UN agencies
Preparation and monitoring of projects’ budgets in Atlas;
Regular analysis and reporting on the budget approvals and the delivery situation of management projects;
Elaboration of proper mechanisms to eliminate deficiencies in budget management;
Organization of cost-recovery mechanisms for services provided by UNDP ensuring the preparation of pro-forma invoices for UN Agencies and monitoring through the Atlas tracking system;
Collection of information on internal and external clients’ satisfaction and needs in order to develop improvements to services;
Ensuring that advance payments and direct payments for NEX projects are properly reviewed and made on a timely basis, as well as ensuring that payment information is properly recorded in to the Atlas system on a timely basis;
Ensuring that cost- sharing contributions are properly transferred to UNDP on a timely basis.;
Submission of financial reports to donors on a timely and quality basis.
Ensure proper control of CO accounts, focusing on achievement of the following results:
Elaboration of the internal expenditures’ control system which ensures that vouchers processed are matched and completed, transactions are correctly recorded and posted in Atlas; payrolls are duly prepared; monthly payment orders (MPOs), travel claims and other entitlements are duly processed;
Manager level 2 for transactions approval;
Control of accounts closure;
Approval of vendors;
Timely corrective actions on un-posted vouchers, including the vouchers with budget check errors, match exceptions, unapproved vouchers. Timely response to HQ requests to resolve financial data issues;
Control of the Accounts Receivables for UNDP projects and follow up with partners on contributions, maintenance of the General Ledger.
Ensure proper CO cash management, focusing on achievement of the following results:
Timely review of cash position for local accounts to ensure sufficient funds on hand for disbursements. Timely identification and recording of receipts for income application;
Daily review zero- balance account bank statements in Atlas to monitor imprest level; identification and recording of contributions;
Primary contact with local bank management on routine operational matters including negotiation of exchange rate on replenishments;
Transaction and stop payment approval of monthly UN exchange rate reports to HQ Treasury;
Timely and accurate approval of bank reconciliation, including documented review of exceptions;
Initiation of bank transfers and deals, selecting bank transfers and deals for approval and settlement;
Effective application and management of Electronic Fund Transfer;
Performing pay cycle manager role in Atlas;
Timely preparation of monthly cash flow forecast for use by the Operations Manager;
Liaison with other UN Agencies to obtain estimate for their cash requirements.
Ensure facilitation of knowledge building and sharing in the CO, focusing on achievement of the following results:
Organization of training for the operations/projects staff on Finance;
Synthesis of lessons learned and best practices in Finance;
Sound contributions to knowledge networks and communities of practice.
Impact of results:
The key results have an impact on the overall CO efficiency in financial resources management and success in introduction and implementation of operational strategies. Accurate, thoroughly researched and documented financial information, timely and appropriate delivery of services ensure client satisfaction and enhance UNDP credibility in use of financial resources.
Competencies
Corporate Competencies:
Demonstrates integrity by modeling the UN’s values and ethical standards;
Demonstrates commitment to UNDP’s mission, vision and values;
Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability;
Treats all people fairly without favoritism;
An excellent sense of judgment;
Creativity and innovation for coordination and management activities;
Strategic vision: strong technical and analytical capacities, sound judgment. Demonstrated ability to respond quickly to evolving client needs and to manage several complex activities in parallel;
Excellent organizational skills and ability to handle multiple tasks effectively;
Dependability, reliability and initiative;
Sense of confidentiality.
Functional Competencies:
Knowledge Management and Learning
Promotes knowledge management in UNDP and a learning environment in the office through leadership and personal example;
Works actively towards continuing personal learning and development in one or more practice areas, act on learning plans and applies newly acquired skills.
Development and Operational Effectiveness
Plans strategically, ability to lead results-based management and reporting;
Formulates and manages budgets, manage contributions and investments, manage transactions, conduct financial analysis, reporting and cost-recovery;
Devises new systems and processes, and modifies existing ones, to support innovative behaviors;
Generates creative, practical approaches to overcome challenging situations;
Conceptualizes and analysis problems to identify key issues, underlying problems, and how they relate;
Good knowledge of accounting;
Ability to successfully lead the Finance team;
Excellent IT skills, knowledge of Atlas;
Ability to implement new systems and affect staff behavioral/attitudinal change.
Management and Leadership
Builds strong relationships with clients, focuses on impact and result for the client and responds positively to feed back;
Approaches work consistently with energy and a positive, constructive attitude;
Demonstrates good oral and written communication skills;
Demonstrates openness to change and ability to manage complexities.
People Skills and Team Working:
Recognizes and respond appropriately to the ideas, interests and concerns of others;
Works as a team member, ability to be a good listener, well organized, pay attention to details, and meet deadlines;
Builds trust and engender morale by displaying open, transparent and credible behavior;
Respects individual/cultural differences; utilize diversity to foster teamwork;
Ensures others’ understanding of, involvement in, adaptation to a change process;
Sets clear performance goals and standards;
Executes responsibilities accordingly; provide and respond constructively to feedback (correction or recognition);
Self analyzes performance problems seeking appropriate direction and support.
Communication Skills:
Communicates sensitively and effectively across different constituencies;
Demonstrates excellent written, oral communication and presentation skills.
Required Skills and Experience
Education:
Master’s Degree in Finance, Business Administration, Public Administration, Economics or related field;
A professional certification in finance or accounting is desirable.
Experience:
Minimum 7 years relevant experience at the national or international level in providing financial management advisory services;
Experience in managing staff and operational systems is a necessary requirement;
Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc) and advance knowledge of spreadsheet and database packages, experience in handling of web based management systems is also a necessary requirement;
Familiarity with ERP (ATLAS) operations will be an added advantage.
Language Requirements:
Proficiency in both written and spoken English.
To Apply;
http://jobs.undp.org/cj_view_job.cfm?cur_job_id=27722
Location : Monrovia, LIBERIA
Application Deadline : 28-Jan-12
Additional Category Crisis Prevention and Recovery
Type of Contract : FTA International
Post Level : P-4
Languages Required :
English
Starting Date :
(date when the selected candidate is expected to start) 01-Mar-2012
Duration of Initial Contract : One year
Background
Under the overall guidance and direct supervision of the Deputy Country Director/Operations, the Finance Specialist is responsible for ensuring the highest efficiency in financial resources management and the provision of accurate, thoroughly researched and documented financial information, effective delivery of financial services, transparent utilization of the financial resources of the office, as well as the management of the Country Office (CO) Finance Unit in Liberia. He/she analyses and interprets the financial rules and regulations and provides solutions to a wide spectrum of complex financial issues and advises Management and staff on DEX, NEX and HACT related matters. The Financial Specialist promotes a collaborative, client-oriented approach consistent with UNDP rules and regulations.
The Finance Specialist supervises and leads professional and support staff of the Finance Unit. The Finance Specialist works in close collaboration with the Programme and Operations teams in the CO, UNDP HQ staff, Government Officials and other UN agencies, ensuring successful CO performance in the finance area.
Duties and Responsibilities
Summary of key functions:
Effective and accurate financial resources management and oversight;
Implementation of operational strategies and procedures (under DEX, NEX and HACT environment);
Projects’ budgets management and organization of an optimal cost-recovery system;
Control of CO accounts;
Control of CO cash management;
Facilitation of knowledge building and sharing.
Ensure effective and accurate financial resources management and oversight, focusing on achievement of the following results:
Financial analysis and oversight for all resources managed by the CO and provision of high-quality professional advice to the CO management;
Proper planning, expenditure tracking and audit of financial resources, including extra-budgetary income in accordance with UNDP rules and regulations;
Organization and oversight of CO cash management processes, including liquidity management, recommendation of imprest level, risk assessment, bank relationship management, timely accounting and reconciliation of all transactions, security for cash assets on site;
Monitoring of financial exception reports for unusual activities, transactions and investigation of anomalies or unusual transactions. Provision of information to supervisors and other UNDP staff at HQ on the results of the investigation when satisfactory answers are not obtained;
Monitoring the overall position of the Finance Dash Board;
Member of bank signatory panel.
Ensure implementation of operational strategies and procedures, focusing on achievement of the following results:
Full compliance of financial activities, financial recording/reporting system and audit follow up with UN/UNDP rules, regulations, policies and strategies; implementation of the effective internal control, proper design and functioning of the financial resources management system;
CO finance business processes mapping and elaboration/establishment of internal standard operating procedures in the Finance Unit; control of the work flows in the Finance Unit;
Continuous analysis and monitoring of the financial situation, presentation of forecasts for the development and management projects;
Elaboration of the framework and conditions of contribution within the CO resource mobilization efforts;
Elaboration and implementation of cost saving and reduction strategies (including introduction and development of e-banking);
Routinely monitors financial exception reports for unusual transactions, informs supervisors and other UNDP staff at Headquarters of the results of the investigation when satisfactory answers are not obtained.
Ensure efficient management of the budget of the development and management projects and organize an optimal cost-recovery system, focusing on achievement of the following results:
Management of all financial resources through planning, guiding and monitoring and controlling of the resources in accordance with UNDP rules and regulations;
Management of all the common services budgets to ensuring timely and quality reports to UN agencies
Preparation and monitoring of projects’ budgets in Atlas;
Regular analysis and reporting on the budget approvals and the delivery situation of management projects;
Elaboration of proper mechanisms to eliminate deficiencies in budget management;
Organization of cost-recovery mechanisms for services provided by UNDP ensuring the preparation of pro-forma invoices for UN Agencies and monitoring through the Atlas tracking system;
Collection of information on internal and external clients’ satisfaction and needs in order to develop improvements to services;
Ensuring that advance payments and direct payments for NEX projects are properly reviewed and made on a timely basis, as well as ensuring that payment information is properly recorded in to the Atlas system on a timely basis;
Ensuring that cost- sharing contributions are properly transferred to UNDP on a timely basis.;
Submission of financial reports to donors on a timely and quality basis.
Ensure proper control of CO accounts, focusing on achievement of the following results:
Elaboration of the internal expenditures’ control system which ensures that vouchers processed are matched and completed, transactions are correctly recorded and posted in Atlas; payrolls are duly prepared; monthly payment orders (MPOs), travel claims and other entitlements are duly processed;
Manager level 2 for transactions approval;
Control of accounts closure;
Approval of vendors;
Timely corrective actions on un-posted vouchers, including the vouchers with budget check errors, match exceptions, unapproved vouchers. Timely response to HQ requests to resolve financial data issues;
Control of the Accounts Receivables for UNDP projects and follow up with partners on contributions, maintenance of the General Ledger.
Ensure proper CO cash management, focusing on achievement of the following results:
Timely review of cash position for local accounts to ensure sufficient funds on hand for disbursements. Timely identification and recording of receipts for income application;
Daily review zero- balance account bank statements in Atlas to monitor imprest level; identification and recording of contributions;
Primary contact with local bank management on routine operational matters including negotiation of exchange rate on replenishments;
Transaction and stop payment approval of monthly UN exchange rate reports to HQ Treasury;
Timely and accurate approval of bank reconciliation, including documented review of exceptions;
Initiation of bank transfers and deals, selecting bank transfers and deals for approval and settlement;
Effective application and management of Electronic Fund Transfer;
Performing pay cycle manager role in Atlas;
Timely preparation of monthly cash flow forecast for use by the Operations Manager;
Liaison with other UN Agencies to obtain estimate for their cash requirements.
Ensure facilitation of knowledge building and sharing in the CO, focusing on achievement of the following results:
Organization of training for the operations/projects staff on Finance;
Synthesis of lessons learned and best practices in Finance;
Sound contributions to knowledge networks and communities of practice.
Impact of results:
The key results have an impact on the overall CO efficiency in financial resources management and success in introduction and implementation of operational strategies. Accurate, thoroughly researched and documented financial information, timely and appropriate delivery of services ensure client satisfaction and enhance UNDP credibility in use of financial resources.
Competencies
Corporate Competencies:
Demonstrates integrity by modeling the UN’s values and ethical standards;
Demonstrates commitment to UNDP’s mission, vision and values;
Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability;
Treats all people fairly without favoritism;
An excellent sense of judgment;
Creativity and innovation for coordination and management activities;
Strategic vision: strong technical and analytical capacities, sound judgment. Demonstrated ability to respond quickly to evolving client needs and to manage several complex activities in parallel;
Excellent organizational skills and ability to handle multiple tasks effectively;
Dependability, reliability and initiative;
Sense of confidentiality.
Functional Competencies:
Knowledge Management and Learning
Promotes knowledge management in UNDP and a learning environment in the office through leadership and personal example;
Works actively towards continuing personal learning and development in one or more practice areas, act on learning plans and applies newly acquired skills.
Development and Operational Effectiveness
Plans strategically, ability to lead results-based management and reporting;
Formulates and manages budgets, manage contributions and investments, manage transactions, conduct financial analysis, reporting and cost-recovery;
Devises new systems and processes, and modifies existing ones, to support innovative behaviors;
Generates creative, practical approaches to overcome challenging situations;
Conceptualizes and analysis problems to identify key issues, underlying problems, and how they relate;
Good knowledge of accounting;
Ability to successfully lead the Finance team;
Excellent IT skills, knowledge of Atlas;
Ability to implement new systems and affect staff behavioral/attitudinal change.
Management and Leadership
Builds strong relationships with clients, focuses on impact and result for the client and responds positively to feed back;
Approaches work consistently with energy and a positive, constructive attitude;
Demonstrates good oral and written communication skills;
Demonstrates openness to change and ability to manage complexities.
People Skills and Team Working:
Recognizes and respond appropriately to the ideas, interests and concerns of others;
Works as a team member, ability to be a good listener, well organized, pay attention to details, and meet deadlines;
Builds trust and engender morale by displaying open, transparent and credible behavior;
Respects individual/cultural differences; utilize diversity to foster teamwork;
Ensures others’ understanding of, involvement in, adaptation to a change process;
Sets clear performance goals and standards;
Executes responsibilities accordingly; provide and respond constructively to feedback (correction or recognition);
Self analyzes performance problems seeking appropriate direction and support.
Communication Skills:
Communicates sensitively and effectively across different constituencies;
Demonstrates excellent written, oral communication and presentation skills.
Required Skills and Experience
Education:
Master’s Degree in Finance, Business Administration, Public Administration, Economics or related field;
A professional certification in finance or accounting is desirable.
Experience:
Minimum 7 years relevant experience at the national or international level in providing financial management advisory services;
Experience in managing staff and operational systems is a necessary requirement;
Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc) and advance knowledge of spreadsheet and database packages, experience in handling of web based management systems is also a necessary requirement;
Familiarity with ERP (ATLAS) operations will be an added advantage.
Language Requirements:
Proficiency in both written and spoken English.
To Apply;
http://jobs.undp.org/cj_view_job.cfm?cur_job_id=27722
Chief Translation and Editorial Job Vacancy at UN Nairobi
Job Opening
Job Title:CHIEF, TRANSLATION AND EDITORIAL SECTION, P5
Department/ Office:
United Nations Office at Nairobi
Duty Station:
NAIROBI
Posting Period:
11 January 2012-11 March 2012
Job Opening number:
12-CON-UNON-20894-R-NAIROBI
United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity
Org. Setting and Reporting
The United Nations Office at Nairobi (UNON) is the UN headquarters in Africa and the representative office of the Secretary-General. UNON supports programme implementation of the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) and the United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-HABITAT) globally, as well as other UN offices in Kenya, by providing administrative, conference and information services (www.unon.org). This post is located in the Translation and Editorial Section within the Division of Conference Services (DCS).
Responsibilities
Under the general supervision of the Chief, DCS, the incumbent is responsible for the day-to-day operation as well as the long-term planning of the Translation and Editorial Section; ensuring that all terminology, translation, editing, reporting and text-processing requirements of meetings held at or serviced from Nairobi are met; coordinating language resources at Nairobi with those at UN Headquarters and other UN offices as required; assigning report writers, editors and other necessary staff for meetings held away from Nairobi; identifying the anticipated long-term translation, editing and text processing needs of UNON; ensuring proper staffing of the Section; and providing required training.
Specifically, the incumbent’s responsibilities will be as follows:
• Managing, supervising and monitoring the performance of all staff in the Section. Carrying out programmatic/management and administrative tasks necessary for the functioning of the Section, including preparation of budgets and evaluation of staff performance (PAS).
• Planning and overseeing the daily programming of work and making arrangements that may be necessitated by an emergency or unforeseen demand on the capacity of the Section.
• Bearing in mind the capacity of the Section, making long-term and short-term work projections based on the calendar of conferences.
• Preparing inputs for the work programme of the Division, determining priorities and requesting resources for completion of outputs and their timely delivery.
• Establishing and/or advising on training courses required to ensure staff development at all levels and meet the requirements of the Section.
• Preparing instructions for editors, translators/revisers and internal notes on editorial matters and work procedure.
• Performing other duties as may be assigned by the Chief of the Service.
Competencies
Professionalism: Knowledge of a broad range of subjects dealt with the United Nations, i.e. political, social, legal, economic, financial, administrative, scientific and technical. Ability to serve as arbitrator on language translation and other technical issues arising in the Section. Shows pride in work and in achievements; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns. Shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situation.
Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match the audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.
Leadership: Serves as a role model that other people want to follow; establishes and maintains relationships with a broad range of people to understand needs and gain support; anticipates and resolves conflicts by pursuing mutually agreeable solutions; shows the courage to take unpopular stands; provides leadership and takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work; demonstrates knowledge of strategies and commitment to the goal of gender balance in staffing.
Managing Performance: Delegates the appropriate responsibility, accountability and decision-making authority; makes sure that roles, responsibilities and reporting lines are clear to each staff member; accurately judges the amount of time and resources needed to accomplish a task and matches tasks to skills; monitors progress against milestones and deadlines; regularly discusses performance and provides feedback and coaching of staff, encourages risk-taking and supports the development and career aspirations of staff; appraises performance fairly.
Judgement/Decision-making:
Identifies the key issues in a complex situation, and comes to the heart of the problem quickly; gathers relevant information before making a decision; takes decisions with an eye to the impact on others and on the Organization; makes tough decisions when necessary.
Education
Advanced university degree (Master’s or equivalent) in social sciences, finance, business administration or management, or in a related field. A first-level university degree in combination with qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. Candidates for this position must have passed one of the United Nations Competitive Examinations for Editors, Translators and Verbatim Reporters in any language.
Work Experience
A minimum of 10 years of experience in editing, translation, verbatim reporting and use of relevant computer software, electronic tools and databases, of which eight preferably should have been in the United Nations, is required. Supervisory or managerial experience is also required.
Languages
A perfect command of one of the official languages of the United Nations Secretariat, which must be the candidate's main language, is required. Excellent knowledge of at least two other official languages, as tested by the relevant United Nations Competitive Examination for Editors, Translators, Verbatim Reporters, is also required.
Assessment Method
Evaluation of qualified candidates for this position may include a substantive assessment which will be followed by a competency-based interview.
Special Notice
Staff members are subject to the authority of Secretary-General and to assignment by him or her. In this context all staff are expected to move periodically to new functions in their careers in accordance with established rules and procedures.
All applicants are strongly encouraged to apply online as soon as possible after the job opening has been posted and well before the deadline stated in the job opening. Online applications will be acknowledged where an email has been provided. If you do not receive an e-mail acknowledgment within 24 hours of submission, your application may not have been received. In such cases, please resubmit the application if necessary.
United Nations Considerations
"The United Nations shall place no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. (Charter of the United Nations, Chapter 3, article 8). "
No Fee
THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, TRAINING OR ANY OTHER FEES). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INORMATION ON BANK ACCOUNTS.
To Apply;
https://inspira.un.org/psc/UNCAREERS/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/UN_CUSTOMIZATIONS.UN_JOB_DETAIL.GBL?Page=UN_JOB_DETAIL&Action=A&JobOpeningId=20894&
Job Title:CHIEF, TRANSLATION AND EDITORIAL SECTION, P5
Department/ Office:
United Nations Office at Nairobi
Duty Station:
NAIROBI
Posting Period:
11 January 2012-11 March 2012
Job Opening number:
12-CON-UNON-20894-R-NAIROBI
United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity
Org. Setting and Reporting
The United Nations Office at Nairobi (UNON) is the UN headquarters in Africa and the representative office of the Secretary-General. UNON supports programme implementation of the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) and the United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-HABITAT) globally, as well as other UN offices in Kenya, by providing administrative, conference and information services (www.unon.org). This post is located in the Translation and Editorial Section within the Division of Conference Services (DCS).
Responsibilities
Under the general supervision of the Chief, DCS, the incumbent is responsible for the day-to-day operation as well as the long-term planning of the Translation and Editorial Section; ensuring that all terminology, translation, editing, reporting and text-processing requirements of meetings held at or serviced from Nairobi are met; coordinating language resources at Nairobi with those at UN Headquarters and other UN offices as required; assigning report writers, editors and other necessary staff for meetings held away from Nairobi; identifying the anticipated long-term translation, editing and text processing needs of UNON; ensuring proper staffing of the Section; and providing required training.
Specifically, the incumbent’s responsibilities will be as follows:
• Managing, supervising and monitoring the performance of all staff in the Section. Carrying out programmatic/management and administrative tasks necessary for the functioning of the Section, including preparation of budgets and evaluation of staff performance (PAS).
• Planning and overseeing the daily programming of work and making arrangements that may be necessitated by an emergency or unforeseen demand on the capacity of the Section.
• Bearing in mind the capacity of the Section, making long-term and short-term work projections based on the calendar of conferences.
• Preparing inputs for the work programme of the Division, determining priorities and requesting resources for completion of outputs and their timely delivery.
• Establishing and/or advising on training courses required to ensure staff development at all levels and meet the requirements of the Section.
• Preparing instructions for editors, translators/revisers and internal notes on editorial matters and work procedure.
• Performing other duties as may be assigned by the Chief of the Service.
Competencies
Professionalism: Knowledge of a broad range of subjects dealt with the United Nations, i.e. political, social, legal, economic, financial, administrative, scientific and technical. Ability to serve as arbitrator on language translation and other technical issues arising in the Section. Shows pride in work and in achievements; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns. Shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situation.
Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match the audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.
Leadership: Serves as a role model that other people want to follow; establishes and maintains relationships with a broad range of people to understand needs and gain support; anticipates and resolves conflicts by pursuing mutually agreeable solutions; shows the courage to take unpopular stands; provides leadership and takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work; demonstrates knowledge of strategies and commitment to the goal of gender balance in staffing.
Managing Performance: Delegates the appropriate responsibility, accountability and decision-making authority; makes sure that roles, responsibilities and reporting lines are clear to each staff member; accurately judges the amount of time and resources needed to accomplish a task and matches tasks to skills; monitors progress against milestones and deadlines; regularly discusses performance and provides feedback and coaching of staff, encourages risk-taking and supports the development and career aspirations of staff; appraises performance fairly.
Judgement/Decision-making:
Identifies the key issues in a complex situation, and comes to the heart of the problem quickly; gathers relevant information before making a decision; takes decisions with an eye to the impact on others and on the Organization; makes tough decisions when necessary.
Education
Advanced university degree (Master’s or equivalent) in social sciences, finance, business administration or management, or in a related field. A first-level university degree in combination with qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. Candidates for this position must have passed one of the United Nations Competitive Examinations for Editors, Translators and Verbatim Reporters in any language.
Work Experience
A minimum of 10 years of experience in editing, translation, verbatim reporting and use of relevant computer software, electronic tools and databases, of which eight preferably should have been in the United Nations, is required. Supervisory or managerial experience is also required.
Languages
A perfect command of one of the official languages of the United Nations Secretariat, which must be the candidate's main language, is required. Excellent knowledge of at least two other official languages, as tested by the relevant United Nations Competitive Examination for Editors, Translators, Verbatim Reporters, is also required.
Assessment Method
Evaluation of qualified candidates for this position may include a substantive assessment which will be followed by a competency-based interview.
Special Notice
Staff members are subject to the authority of Secretary-General and to assignment by him or her. In this context all staff are expected to move periodically to new functions in their careers in accordance with established rules and procedures.
All applicants are strongly encouraged to apply online as soon as possible after the job opening has been posted and well before the deadline stated in the job opening. Online applications will be acknowledged where an email has been provided. If you do not receive an e-mail acknowledgment within 24 hours of submission, your application may not have been received. In such cases, please resubmit the application if necessary.
United Nations Considerations
"The United Nations shall place no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. (Charter of the United Nations, Chapter 3, article 8). "
No Fee
THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, TRAINING OR ANY OTHER FEES). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INORMATION ON BANK ACCOUNTS.
To Apply;
https://inspira.un.org/psc/UNCAREERS/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/UN_CUSTOMIZATIONS.UN_JOB_DETAIL.GBL?Page=UN_JOB_DETAIL&Action=A&JobOpeningId=20894&
OPERATIONS SUPPORT OFFICER Job Vacancy at UNDP
Job Title:OPERATIONS SUPPORT OFFICER (INTERN)
Location : Port Louis, MAURITIUS
Application Deadline : 15-Feb-12
Type of Contract : Internship
Post Level : Intern
Languages Required :
English French
Starting Date :
(date when the selected candidate is expected to start) 01-Mar-2012
Duration of Initial Contract : Six months
Background
The Country Office (CO) operates as a multi-country office, overseeing UNDP activities in both Mauritius and Seychelles, with the bulk of the UNDP presence located in Mauritius. The Office implements country programmes for both countries, focusing mainly on environmental programme activities in both and with an additional social inclusion component in Mauritius. The Programme Unit consists of Environment and the Socio-Economic Development Unit (SEDU).
The Operations Unit is comprised of 5 sections namely Finance, Human Resources, Procurement, Information and Communication Technology, and Administration. The intern will work in the Operations Unit, under the supervision of the Head of the Unit, and will also have close working relationship with the programme colleagues.
The Country Office has its website developed on Joomla platform version and hosted by the ISP. The link to the website is un.intnet.mu.
The Country Office is also deploying an intranet based on SharePoint and hosted by the UNICC using the Intranet-in-a-Box approach. The Intranet-in-a-Box (IIAB) has been designed for COs, to provide an intranet that enables the COs to do document management, have a central listing of standard operating procedures (SoPs) and operations service offerings, and to host team collaboration. The IIAB comes with a pre-built architecture, but is flexible and changeable.
Duties and Responsibilities
Under the direct guidance and supervision of the Head of the Operations Unit, the Operations Support Officer (Intern) will be responsible for the following general duties and tasks:
Design, configure and update:
Support configuration of the SharePoint intranet-in-a-Box (IIAB) solution to suit the local needs;
Collect and upload documents on the intranet and ensure central listing of Standard.
Operating Procedures (SOPs):
Collect documents and update contents of the internet site.
System administration support:
Support in the management of the Shared Services provider solutions;
Provide daily system administration support, operation and maintenance for both the intranet and the internet sites;
Develop user and administrator guides for both sites.
Standard Operating Procedures:
Participate in reviewing of business processes to streamline and improve existing business processes;
Document existing and new business processes in graphical forms (using MS Visio).
E-registry:
Use the existing intranet solution to explore the implementation of an e-registry system for the office;
Work on the implementation plan for the implementation of an e-registry system.
Competencies
Capacity to work in a multi-cultural environment;
Strong analytical and organizational skills;
Very good interpersonal skills.
Required Skills and Experience
Education and technical experience:
Has completed a bachelor degree in computer science and currently enrolled in Master degree programme;
Good working knowledge of computing and communications technologies, including Web-based development, database systems, workflow technologies and internet/intranet technologies;
Experience with the following tools: SharePoint Server, Visual Studio, Sharepoint Designer IIS; SQL Server; Windows Server, Joomla;
Experience with the development of Web Services and SharePoint.
Languages:
Communication in English;
French can be an advantage.
Interested students must send the following documentation:
A duly completed “UNDP internship application form” which can be downloaded from http://un.intnet.mu;
A copy of his/her most recent resume or curriculum vitae;
A letter from his/her university confirming current enrollment and graduation date;
A copy of his/her school transcript;
A letter of endorsement from a senior faculty member who has directly supervised the student in the recent past and who is fully acquainted with the student's performance; and
A brief paper setting out the reasons why he/she is seeking an internship with UNDP and what is expected from the experience.
The candidate must not have graduated prior to the beginning of the internship.
Mode of Application:
Interested and eligible candidates should apply on-line through UNDP jobs website: http://jobs.undp.org;
Please ensure that you upload the UNDP Internship Application Form (available at http://un.intnet.mu) and the necessary documents as one attachment in the relevant field of the on-line application;
Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted;
Female candidates are highly encouraged to apply.
UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.
To Apply;
http://jobs.undp.org/cj_view_job.cfm?cur_job_id=27733
Location : Port Louis, MAURITIUS
Application Deadline : 15-Feb-12
Type of Contract : Internship
Post Level : Intern
Languages Required :
English French
Starting Date :
(date when the selected candidate is expected to start) 01-Mar-2012
Duration of Initial Contract : Six months
Background
The Country Office (CO) operates as a multi-country office, overseeing UNDP activities in both Mauritius and Seychelles, with the bulk of the UNDP presence located in Mauritius. The Office implements country programmes for both countries, focusing mainly on environmental programme activities in both and with an additional social inclusion component in Mauritius. The Programme Unit consists of Environment and the Socio-Economic Development Unit (SEDU).
The Operations Unit is comprised of 5 sections namely Finance, Human Resources, Procurement, Information and Communication Technology, and Administration. The intern will work in the Operations Unit, under the supervision of the Head of the Unit, and will also have close working relationship with the programme colleagues.
The Country Office has its website developed on Joomla platform version and hosted by the ISP. The link to the website is un.intnet.mu.
The Country Office is also deploying an intranet based on SharePoint and hosted by the UNICC using the Intranet-in-a-Box approach. The Intranet-in-a-Box (IIAB) has been designed for COs, to provide an intranet that enables the COs to do document management, have a central listing of standard operating procedures (SoPs) and operations service offerings, and to host team collaboration. The IIAB comes with a pre-built architecture, but is flexible and changeable.
Duties and Responsibilities
Under the direct guidance and supervision of the Head of the Operations Unit, the Operations Support Officer (Intern) will be responsible for the following general duties and tasks:
Design, configure and update:
Support configuration of the SharePoint intranet-in-a-Box (IIAB) solution to suit the local needs;
Collect and upload documents on the intranet and ensure central listing of Standard.
Operating Procedures (SOPs):
Collect documents and update contents of the internet site.
System administration support:
Support in the management of the Shared Services provider solutions;
Provide daily system administration support, operation and maintenance for both the intranet and the internet sites;
Develop user and administrator guides for both sites.
Standard Operating Procedures:
Participate in reviewing of business processes to streamline and improve existing business processes;
Document existing and new business processes in graphical forms (using MS Visio).
E-registry:
Use the existing intranet solution to explore the implementation of an e-registry system for the office;
Work on the implementation plan for the implementation of an e-registry system.
Competencies
Capacity to work in a multi-cultural environment;
Strong analytical and organizational skills;
Very good interpersonal skills.
Required Skills and Experience
Education and technical experience:
Has completed a bachelor degree in computer science and currently enrolled in Master degree programme;
Good working knowledge of computing and communications technologies, including Web-based development, database systems, workflow technologies and internet/intranet technologies;
Experience with the following tools: SharePoint Server, Visual Studio, Sharepoint Designer IIS; SQL Server; Windows Server, Joomla;
Experience with the development of Web Services and SharePoint.
Languages:
Communication in English;
French can be an advantage.
Interested students must send the following documentation:
A duly completed “UNDP internship application form” which can be downloaded from http://un.intnet.mu;
A copy of his/her most recent resume or curriculum vitae;
A letter from his/her university confirming current enrollment and graduation date;
A copy of his/her school transcript;
A letter of endorsement from a senior faculty member who has directly supervised the student in the recent past and who is fully acquainted with the student's performance; and
A brief paper setting out the reasons why he/she is seeking an internship with UNDP and what is expected from the experience.
The candidate must not have graduated prior to the beginning of the internship.
Mode of Application:
Interested and eligible candidates should apply on-line through UNDP jobs website: http://jobs.undp.org;
Please ensure that you upload the UNDP Internship Application Form (available at http://un.intnet.mu) and the necessary documents as one attachment in the relevant field of the on-line application;
Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted;
Female candidates are highly encouraged to apply.
UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.
To Apply;
http://jobs.undp.org/cj_view_job.cfm?cur_job_id=27733
iom Jobs
OPEN TO INTERNAL & NON-REPRESENTED MEMBER
STATES CANDIDATES
Job Title : Human Resources Officer
Duty Station : Khartoum, Sudan
Classification : Official, Grade Equiv. P2
Type of Appointment : Special, six months with possibility of extension
Estimated Start Date : As soon as possible
Closing Date : January 23, 2012
Reference Code : SVN2012/06(O)-INT
Established in 1951, IOM is the leading inter-governmental organization in the field of migration
and works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners. IOM
is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It does so by
providing services and advice to governments and migrants.
IOM has a proactive recruitment policy to increase the representation of nationals of
non-represented member states. Qualified applicants from the following countries will be
favorably considered:
Angola, Antigua and Barbuda, Bahamas, Belize, Benin, Cambodia, Cape Verde, Comoros,
Congo, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Djibouti, Dominican Republic, El Salvador, Gabon, Gambia,
Guyana, Holy See, Honduras, Jamaica, Lesotho, Libya, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Madagascar,
Maldives, Malta, Mauritania, Micronesia, Mongolia, Montenegro, Morocco, Namibia, Nauru,
Niger, Nigeria, Paraguay, Rwanda, Seychelles, Slovenia, Somalia, South Sudan, Swaziland,
Timor Leste, Togo, Trinidad and Tobago, Tunisia, Vanuatu, Yemen
Applications from qualified female candidates are especially encouraged.
Context:
Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission in Khartoum, direct supervision of the
Senior Resource Management Officer and in coordination with relevant HRM units at
Headquarters, Manila and Panama, the successful candidate will be responsible and
accountable for coordinating the Human Resource functions of the Mission and its sub-offices.
Core functions/ responsibilities:
1. Review and monitor the human resources for the mission and in light of project activities
in the region.
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2. Provide support to Mission management in fulfilling the appropriate staff vacancy
needs. Advise the Project Managers on staffing and other personnel issues.
3. Ensure that IOM HR mission policies and procedures are appropriate and in line with
the mission activities and in compliance with HR internal management policies.
4. Propose appropriate and effective administrative instructions to the management
considering mission's need.
5. Coordinate with HQs and the Finance Section on the delivery of benefits/entitlements to
international staff in the field.
6. Supervise the preparation of monthly payroll for national staff and ensure accuracy.
Assume the responsibility of PY Posting and work in close coordination with the other
members in order to validate and verify the payroll simulation before the monthly pay run
and posting of national staff payroll in PRISM HR.
7. Supervise maintenance of personnel files and attendance records of all international
and national staff of the Mission and ensure variability.
8. Review and assess mission's staff training and development needs and suggest
possible improvement areas in collaboration with HRM/Staff Development and Learning
(SDL).
9. Facilitate the maintenance and upkeep of mission HR/ Training database.
10. Ensure timely and regular implementation of the Mission’s Staff Evaluation System
(SES).
11. Attend external meetings as and when required and brief management accordingly.
12. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.
Desirable Competencies:
Behavioural
a) takes responsibility and manages constructive criticism; b) works effectively with all
clients and stakeholders; c) promotes continuous learning; communicates clearly; d) takes
initiative and drives high levels of performance management; e) plans work, anticipates risks,
and sets goals within area of responsibility; f) displays mastery of subject matter; g)
contributes to a collegial team environment; h) incorporates gender-related needs,
perspectives, and concerns, and promotes equal gender participation; i) displays awareness
of relevant technological solutions; j) works with internal and external stakeholders to meet
resource needs of IOM.
Technical
a) effectively applies knowledge of relevant human resources theories and practices and
recognizes their application within existing IOM processes; b) delivers human resources
solutions customized to the needs of IOM; c) adapts best human resources practices to the
requirements of IOM to facilitate the achievement of strategic objectives.
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Desirable Qualifications and Experience
a) completed advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) from an accredited
academic institution, preferably in Human Resources, Business Administration or related fields;
b) three years of experience (or five years experience for candidates with 1st level university
degree) Administration and Human Resources Management; c) familiarity with UN common
system or similar systems, knowledge of staff rules and regulations, staff entitlements and
benefits, recruitment and selection practices and training programmes; d) working experience
in Africa and/or developing countries as an added advantage.
Languages
Through knowledge of English.
How to apply:
Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via PRISM, IOM e-Recruitment
system, by January 23, 2012 at the latest, referring to this advertisement.
For further information, please refer to: http://www.iom.int/jahia/Jahia/pid/165
In order for an application to be considered valid, IOM only accepts online profiles duly filled in
and submitted with a cover letter not more than one page specifying the motivation for
applications.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. You can track the progress of your application in
your personal application page in the IOM e-recruitment system.
Posting period:
From 16.01.2012 to 23.01.2012
Requisition: SVN 2012 / 06 (O) - Human Resources Officer (Grade Equiv. P2) - Khartoum, Sudan
(54403575) Released
Posting: SVN 2012/06 (O) - Human Resources Officer (Grade Equiv. P2) - Khartoum, Sudan (54403576)
Released
Posting Channel: For Internal Candidates
STATES CANDIDATES
Job Title : Human Resources Officer
Duty Station : Khartoum, Sudan
Classification : Official, Grade Equiv. P2
Type of Appointment : Special, six months with possibility of extension
Estimated Start Date : As soon as possible
Closing Date : January 23, 2012
Reference Code : SVN2012/06(O)-INT
Established in 1951, IOM is the leading inter-governmental organization in the field of migration
and works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners. IOM
is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It does so by
providing services and advice to governments and migrants.
IOM has a proactive recruitment policy to increase the representation of nationals of
non-represented member states. Qualified applicants from the following countries will be
favorably considered:
Angola, Antigua and Barbuda, Bahamas, Belize, Benin, Cambodia, Cape Verde, Comoros,
Congo, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Djibouti, Dominican Republic, El Salvador, Gabon, Gambia,
Guyana, Holy See, Honduras, Jamaica, Lesotho, Libya, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Madagascar,
Maldives, Malta, Mauritania, Micronesia, Mongolia, Montenegro, Morocco, Namibia, Nauru,
Niger, Nigeria, Paraguay, Rwanda, Seychelles, Slovenia, Somalia, South Sudan, Swaziland,
Timor Leste, Togo, Trinidad and Tobago, Tunisia, Vanuatu, Yemen
Applications from qualified female candidates are especially encouraged.
Context:
Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission in Khartoum, direct supervision of the
Senior Resource Management Officer and in coordination with relevant HRM units at
Headquarters, Manila and Panama, the successful candidate will be responsible and
accountable for coordinating the Human Resource functions of the Mission and its sub-offices.
Core functions/ responsibilities:
1. Review and monitor the human resources for the mission and in light of project activities
in the region.
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2. Provide support to Mission management in fulfilling the appropriate staff vacancy
needs. Advise the Project Managers on staffing and other personnel issues.
3. Ensure that IOM HR mission policies and procedures are appropriate and in line with
the mission activities and in compliance with HR internal management policies.
4. Propose appropriate and effective administrative instructions to the management
considering mission's need.
5. Coordinate with HQs and the Finance Section on the delivery of benefits/entitlements to
international staff in the field.
6. Supervise the preparation of monthly payroll for national staff and ensure accuracy.
Assume the responsibility of PY Posting and work in close coordination with the other
members in order to validate and verify the payroll simulation before the monthly pay run
and posting of national staff payroll in PRISM HR.
7. Supervise maintenance of personnel files and attendance records of all international
and national staff of the Mission and ensure variability.
8. Review and assess mission's staff training and development needs and suggest
possible improvement areas in collaboration with HRM/Staff Development and Learning
(SDL).
9. Facilitate the maintenance and upkeep of mission HR/ Training database.
10. Ensure timely and regular implementation of the Mission’s Staff Evaluation System
(SES).
11. Attend external meetings as and when required and brief management accordingly.
12. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.
Desirable Competencies:
Behavioural
a) takes responsibility and manages constructive criticism; b) works effectively with all
clients and stakeholders; c) promotes continuous learning; communicates clearly; d) takes
initiative and drives high levels of performance management; e) plans work, anticipates risks,
and sets goals within area of responsibility; f) displays mastery of subject matter; g)
contributes to a collegial team environment; h) incorporates gender-related needs,
perspectives, and concerns, and promotes equal gender participation; i) displays awareness
of relevant technological solutions; j) works with internal and external stakeholders to meet
resource needs of IOM.
Technical
a) effectively applies knowledge of relevant human resources theories and practices and
recognizes their application within existing IOM processes; b) delivers human resources
solutions customized to the needs of IOM; c) adapts best human resources practices to the
requirements of IOM to facilitate the achievement of strategic objectives.
Page 3 / 3
Desirable Qualifications and Experience
a) completed advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) from an accredited
academic institution, preferably in Human Resources, Business Administration or related fields;
b) three years of experience (or five years experience for candidates with 1st level university
degree) Administration and Human Resources Management; c) familiarity with UN common
system or similar systems, knowledge of staff rules and regulations, staff entitlements and
benefits, recruitment and selection practices and training programmes; d) working experience
in Africa and/or developing countries as an added advantage.
Languages
Through knowledge of English.
How to apply:
Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via PRISM, IOM e-Recruitment
system, by January 23, 2012 at the latest, referring to this advertisement.
For further information, please refer to: http://www.iom.int/jahia/Jahia/pid/165
In order for an application to be considered valid, IOM only accepts online profiles duly filled in
and submitted with a cover letter not more than one page specifying the motivation for
applications.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. You can track the progress of your application in
your personal application page in the IOM e-recruitment system.
Posting period:
From 16.01.2012 to 23.01.2012
Requisition: SVN 2012 / 06 (O) - Human Resources Officer (Grade Equiv. P2) - Khartoum, Sudan
(54403575) Released
Posting: SVN 2012/06 (O) - Human Resources Officer (Grade Equiv. P2) - Khartoum, Sudan (54403576)
Released
Posting Channel: For Internal Candidates
Project office Job Vacancy at IOM Sudan
Job Title : Project Officer (Water, Sanitation and
Hygiene (WASH))
Duty Station : Juba, South Sudan
Classification : Official, Grade Equiv. P2
Type of Appointment : Special, six months with possibility of extension
Estimated Start Date : As soon as possible
Closing Date : January 23, 2012
Reference Code : SVN2012/03(O)-INT
Established in 1951, IOM is the leading inter-governmental organization in the field of
migration and works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental
partners. IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all.
It does so by providing services and advice to governments and migrants.
Context:
Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission, the direct supervision of the
Emergency Operations Officer, and in close coordination with the Operations/ Non-Food
OPEN TO INTERNAL AND NON-REPRESENTED MEMBER
STATES CANDIDATES
IOM has a proactive recruitment policy to increase the representation of nationals of nonrepresented
member states. Qualified applicants from the following countries will be
favorably considered:
Angola, Antigua and Barbuda, Bahamas, Belize, Benin, Cambodia, Cape Verde, Chad,
Comoros, Congo, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Djibouti, Dominican Republic, El Salvador,
Ethiopia, Gabon, Gambia, Guyana, Holy See, Honduras, Iran, Jamaica, Lesotho, Libya,
Lithuania, Luxembourg, Madagascar, Maldives, Malta, Mauritania, Micronesia, Mongolia,
Morocco, Mozambique, Namibia, Nauru, Niger, Nigeria, Paraguay, Rwanda, Seychelles,
Slovenia, Somalia, South Sudan, Swaziland, Timor Leste, Togo, Trinidad and Tobago,
Tunisia, Vanuatu, Yemen
Applications from qualified female candidates are especially encouraged.
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Items/ Emergency Response Unit, the successful candidate will be responsible for the
implementation of WASH projects in South Sudan.
Core functions / responsibilities:
1. Be responsible for the implementation of activities for the WASH sector through
community approaches and interpretation of data, specifically regarding water quality
(pollutants, arsenic, salinity, etc.) and water table monitoring as appropriate to an
humanitarian emergency context.
2. Develop plans of action to ensure timely, efficient coordination, according to IOM
Standard Operating Procedures, Sphere standards and the Inter-Agency Standing
Committee (IASC) endorsed guidelines.
3. Be responsible for the strategy implementation and feasibility studies of WASH projects.
Provide technical support to project strategies and methodologies.
4. Liaise with governmental institutions such as the South Sudan Return and Rehabilitation
Commission, for the implementation of programmes, information sharing and the
development of Government of South Sudan (GoSS) institutional capacity.
5. Work closely with IOM support units in order to ensure efficient and effective, workable
solutions to on the ground problems, in particular working in close coordination with IOM
Transition & Recovery Unit, Fleet Management and IOM Protection Units.
6. Ensure IOM WASH sector representation and coordination with other actors/ clusters,
United Nations (UN) agencies, non-government organizations (NGOs), rural water
department and local authorities/ communities.
7. Supervise project staff; assist with the recruitment, performance management and
development of staff.
8. Be responsible for the monthly and weekly compilation of the activity progress reports.
9. Travel regularly to the field to implement and monitor WASH activities.
10. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.
Desirable Competencies:
Behavioural
a) takes responsibility and manages constructive criticism; b) works effectively with all
clients and stakeholders; c) promotes continuous learning: communicates clearly; d)
takes initiative and drives high levels of performance management; e) plans work,
anticipates risks, and sets goals within area of responsibility; f) displays mastery of
subject matter; g) contributes to a collegial team environment; h) incorporates genderrelated
needs, perspectives, and concerns, and promotes equal gender participation; i)
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displays awareness of relevant technological solutions; j) works with internal and external
stakeholders to meet resource needs of IOM.
Technical
a) delivers on set objectives in hardship situations; b) effectively coordinates actions
with other implementing partners; c) works effectively with local authorities, stakeholders,
beneficiaries, and the broader community to advance country office or regional objectives.
Desirable Qualifications and Experience
a) completed advanced university degree from an accredited academic institution,
preferably in Public Health, Civil Engineering or Environmental Studies; b) three years
experience (or five years of experience for candidates with a 1st level degree) in the field of
humanitarian emergencies, including operational and field experience, IOM project
development, and management; c) experience in liaising with governmental authorities,
other national/international institutions and NGOs; knowledge of monitoring and evaluation;
knowledge or experience of regional issues an advantage.
Languages
Thorough knowledge of English. Knowledge of Arabic an advantage.
How to apply:
Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via PRISM, IOM e-Recruitment
system, by January 23, 2012 at the latest, referring to this advertisement.
For further information, please refer to: http://www.iom.int/jahia/Jahia/pid/165
In order for an application to be considered valid, IOM only accepts online profiles duly filled
in and submitted with a cover letter not more than one page specifying the motivation for
applications.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. You can track the progress of your application
in your personal application page in the IOM e-recruitment system.
Posting period:
From 09.01.2012 to 23.01.2012
Requisition: SVN 2012/03 (O) - Project Officer (WASH) (Grade Equiv. P2) - Juba, South Sudan
(54402213) Released
Posting: SVN 2013/03 (O) - Project Officer (WASH) (Grade Equiv. P2) - Juba, South Sudan
(54402214) Released
Posting Channel: For Internal Candidates
Hygiene (WASH))
Duty Station : Juba, South Sudan
Classification : Official, Grade Equiv. P2
Type of Appointment : Special, six months with possibility of extension
Estimated Start Date : As soon as possible
Closing Date : January 23, 2012
Reference Code : SVN2012/03(O)-INT
Established in 1951, IOM is the leading inter-governmental organization in the field of
migration and works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental
partners. IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all.
It does so by providing services and advice to governments and migrants.
Context:
Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission, the direct supervision of the
Emergency Operations Officer, and in close coordination with the Operations/ Non-Food
OPEN TO INTERNAL AND NON-REPRESENTED MEMBER
STATES CANDIDATES
IOM has a proactive recruitment policy to increase the representation of nationals of nonrepresented
member states. Qualified applicants from the following countries will be
favorably considered:
Angola, Antigua and Barbuda, Bahamas, Belize, Benin, Cambodia, Cape Verde, Chad,
Comoros, Congo, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Djibouti, Dominican Republic, El Salvador,
Ethiopia, Gabon, Gambia, Guyana, Holy See, Honduras, Iran, Jamaica, Lesotho, Libya,
Lithuania, Luxembourg, Madagascar, Maldives, Malta, Mauritania, Micronesia, Mongolia,
Morocco, Mozambique, Namibia, Nauru, Niger, Nigeria, Paraguay, Rwanda, Seychelles,
Slovenia, Somalia, South Sudan, Swaziland, Timor Leste, Togo, Trinidad and Tobago,
Tunisia, Vanuatu, Yemen
Applications from qualified female candidates are especially encouraged.
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Items/ Emergency Response Unit, the successful candidate will be responsible for the
implementation of WASH projects in South Sudan.
Core functions / responsibilities:
1. Be responsible for the implementation of activities for the WASH sector through
community approaches and interpretation of data, specifically regarding water quality
(pollutants, arsenic, salinity, etc.) and water table monitoring as appropriate to an
humanitarian emergency context.
2. Develop plans of action to ensure timely, efficient coordination, according to IOM
Standard Operating Procedures, Sphere standards and the Inter-Agency Standing
Committee (IASC) endorsed guidelines.
3. Be responsible for the strategy implementation and feasibility studies of WASH projects.
Provide technical support to project strategies and methodologies.
4. Liaise with governmental institutions such as the South Sudan Return and Rehabilitation
Commission, for the implementation of programmes, information sharing and the
development of Government of South Sudan (GoSS) institutional capacity.
5. Work closely with IOM support units in order to ensure efficient and effective, workable
solutions to on the ground problems, in particular working in close coordination with IOM
Transition & Recovery Unit, Fleet Management and IOM Protection Units.
6. Ensure IOM WASH sector representation and coordination with other actors/ clusters,
United Nations (UN) agencies, non-government organizations (NGOs), rural water
department and local authorities/ communities.
7. Supervise project staff; assist with the recruitment, performance management and
development of staff.
8. Be responsible for the monthly and weekly compilation of the activity progress reports.
9. Travel regularly to the field to implement and monitor WASH activities.
10. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.
Desirable Competencies:
Behavioural
a) takes responsibility and manages constructive criticism; b) works effectively with all
clients and stakeholders; c) promotes continuous learning: communicates clearly; d)
takes initiative and drives high levels of performance management; e) plans work,
anticipates risks, and sets goals within area of responsibility; f) displays mastery of
subject matter; g) contributes to a collegial team environment; h) incorporates genderrelated
needs, perspectives, and concerns, and promotes equal gender participation; i)
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displays awareness of relevant technological solutions; j) works with internal and external
stakeholders to meet resource needs of IOM.
Technical
a) delivers on set objectives in hardship situations; b) effectively coordinates actions
with other implementing partners; c) works effectively with local authorities, stakeholders,
beneficiaries, and the broader community to advance country office or regional objectives.
Desirable Qualifications and Experience
a) completed advanced university degree from an accredited academic institution,
preferably in Public Health, Civil Engineering or Environmental Studies; b) three years
experience (or five years of experience for candidates with a 1st level degree) in the field of
humanitarian emergencies, including operational and field experience, IOM project
development, and management; c) experience in liaising with governmental authorities,
other national/international institutions and NGOs; knowledge of monitoring and evaluation;
knowledge or experience of regional issues an advantage.
Languages
Thorough knowledge of English. Knowledge of Arabic an advantage.
How to apply:
Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via PRISM, IOM e-Recruitment
system, by January 23, 2012 at the latest, referring to this advertisement.
For further information, please refer to: http://www.iom.int/jahia/Jahia/pid/165
In order for an application to be considered valid, IOM only accepts online profiles duly filled
in and submitted with a cover letter not more than one page specifying the motivation for
applications.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. You can track the progress of your application
in your personal application page in the IOM e-recruitment system.
Posting period:
From 09.01.2012 to 23.01.2012
Requisition: SVN 2012/03 (O) - Project Officer (WASH) (Grade Equiv. P2) - Juba, South Sudan
(54402213) Released
Posting: SVN 2013/03 (O) - Project Officer (WASH) (Grade Equiv. P2) - Juba, South Sudan
(54402214) Released
Posting Channel: For Internal Candidates
Research intern Sanitation Job Vacancy at SNV Sikasso and Koulikoro Mali
Job Title:Research intern Sanitation
Based in Bamako
(with frequent field visits to Sikasso and Koulikoro)
Analysis of the impact of CLTS on population health in Mali
Sanitation is a strategic sector of the intervention of SNV Mali. In 2010, in collaboration with
government agencies, local authorities and civil society organisations, SNV Mali has implemented
Community Led Total Sanitation (CLTS) in 60 villages in the Koulikoro region.
The CLTS is an innovative approach through which the communities question their own health and
sanitation practices and propose and implement local solutions to improve these practices without
external financing. It aims to improve the health status of the population through the stop of open air
defecation and the adoption of minimum standards of hygiene, including systematic hand washing after
toilets, and latrines sealed cover.
Within communities, the implementation of CLTS is reflected in a collective momentum for the
construction / rehabilitation of latrines and closed, with a hand washing device, the realization of wells to
prevent the flow of waste water. It also includes the realization of collective work for village sanitation.
53 Out of 60 villages in 2010 successfully reached the final state of the end of open air defecation and
adopted good hygiene measures. In other villages, sanitary conditions have improved significantly. In
2011, SNV Mali plans to continue its work in CLTS in 60 new villages in the Sikasso region, while
ensuring the consolidation of 2010.
The intervention of SNV Mali in CLTS is part of a broader national sanitation policy in Mali led by the
National Directorate of Sanitation (DNACPN). To date, several organizations (Government services,
development agencies, national and international NGOs, other CSOs) are involved in the implementation
of CLTS in Mali. Despite the diversity of actors and although it is known that good hygiene and sanitation
conditions have a positive impact on the health of population, no serious study has been conducted in
Mali to determine the impact of CLTS on sanitary conditions. Such a study will enhance the credit of this
approach while engaging more partners. It will also strengthen the complementarities between hygiene,
sanitation and health.
The contact person / supervisor will be Ousmane Ibrahim, Senior WaSH Advisor.
Research objectives
Under the responsibility of SNV Mali and in collaboration with health and sanitation services, the global
research objective is to analyze the impact of CLTS on the sanitary conditions of population.
Specifically, the intern will:
Establish a directory of diseases related to lack of hygiene and sanitation and the prevalence of
these diseases according to the typology of the population;
Analyze changes in the health status of the population (CLTS intervention villages / neighboring
villages / villages without CLTS);
Analyze the social factors of these changes;
Identify and analyze other local factors of changes of the health status of population;
Identify in collaboration with local actors, the conditions for sustainability of the results of CLTS;
Participate in the drafting of a reference publication based on the results of the research.
Expected results
A comparative analysis of changes in health status (related to lack of hygiene and sanitation) is
established, documented and validated by health and sanitation services;
An internship report is produced for SNV and technical stakeholders;
A publication of the results of the study is developed.
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Conditions
There is no internship compensation.
The internship student is not entitled to claim any compensation for travelling expenses,
insurance, accommodation, subsistence, translation or any other costs from the side of SNV.
The student and SNV supervisor will need to sign an internship contract before the internship
can take place.
The internship student should be aware of security consequences of living in unstable countries.
The student needs to have a working level in French.
The research will preferably be conducted in tandem with a Malian student of DELTA C institute.
Duration: minimally 3 months
Desired start date: preferably early 2012, exact period in consultation with contact person
Duty station
Duty Station: Bamako, the capital of Mali. It has around 2,2 million inhabitants.
Medical services: Reasonable to good.
Educational services: Good primary and secondary schools (French school and American international school);
a (small) Dutch school (Dutch language and cultural lessons).
Security: Good.
Accessibility: Good, daily flights to Europe, telephone and inter-connections are good (VSAT installation).
How to apply?
Please send your application letter and CV to Ousmane Ibrahim, Senior WaSH Advisor,
oibrahim@snvworld.org before 31 January 2012 with reference number ML 2954.
More information about SNV
SNV is an international not-for-profit development organisation. We believe that no-one should have to
live in poverty and that all people should have the opportunity to pursue their own sustainable
development.
Starting out in the Netherlands more than 40 years ago, we now work in 36 countries, with offices in
Africa, Asia, Latin America, and the Balkans.
Our global team of over 1,100 professionals work with local partners to equip communities, businesses
and organisations with the tools, knowledge and connections they need to increase their incomes and
gain access to basic services. This empowers them to break the cycle of poverty and guide their own
development.
By sharing our specialist expertise in Agriculture, Renewable Energy, and Water, Sanitation & Hygiene,
we contribute to solving some of the leading problems facing the world today – helping to find local
solutions to global challenges and sowing the seeds of lasting change.
SNV aims to make a lasting difference in the lives of approximately 40 million people living in poverty
over the period 2011-2015.
For more information, please refer to our website: www.snvworld.org
We do not appreciate third-party mediation based on this advertisement.
Based in Bamako
(with frequent field visits to Sikasso and Koulikoro)
Analysis of the impact of CLTS on population health in Mali
Sanitation is a strategic sector of the intervention of SNV Mali. In 2010, in collaboration with
government agencies, local authorities and civil society organisations, SNV Mali has implemented
Community Led Total Sanitation (CLTS) in 60 villages in the Koulikoro region.
The CLTS is an innovative approach through which the communities question their own health and
sanitation practices and propose and implement local solutions to improve these practices without
external financing. It aims to improve the health status of the population through the stop of open air
defecation and the adoption of minimum standards of hygiene, including systematic hand washing after
toilets, and latrines sealed cover.
Within communities, the implementation of CLTS is reflected in a collective momentum for the
construction / rehabilitation of latrines and closed, with a hand washing device, the realization of wells to
prevent the flow of waste water. It also includes the realization of collective work for village sanitation.
53 Out of 60 villages in 2010 successfully reached the final state of the end of open air defecation and
adopted good hygiene measures. In other villages, sanitary conditions have improved significantly. In
2011, SNV Mali plans to continue its work in CLTS in 60 new villages in the Sikasso region, while
ensuring the consolidation of 2010.
The intervention of SNV Mali in CLTS is part of a broader national sanitation policy in Mali led by the
National Directorate of Sanitation (DNACPN). To date, several organizations (Government services,
development agencies, national and international NGOs, other CSOs) are involved in the implementation
of CLTS in Mali. Despite the diversity of actors and although it is known that good hygiene and sanitation
conditions have a positive impact on the health of population, no serious study has been conducted in
Mali to determine the impact of CLTS on sanitary conditions. Such a study will enhance the credit of this
approach while engaging more partners. It will also strengthen the complementarities between hygiene,
sanitation and health.
The contact person / supervisor will be Ousmane Ibrahim, Senior WaSH Advisor.
Research objectives
Under the responsibility of SNV Mali and in collaboration with health and sanitation services, the global
research objective is to analyze the impact of CLTS on the sanitary conditions of population.
Specifically, the intern will:
Establish a directory of diseases related to lack of hygiene and sanitation and the prevalence of
these diseases according to the typology of the population;
Analyze changes in the health status of the population (CLTS intervention villages / neighboring
villages / villages without CLTS);
Analyze the social factors of these changes;
Identify and analyze other local factors of changes of the health status of population;
Identify in collaboration with local actors, the conditions for sustainability of the results of CLTS;
Participate in the drafting of a reference publication based on the results of the research.
Expected results
A comparative analysis of changes in health status (related to lack of hygiene and sanitation) is
established, documented and validated by health and sanitation services;
An internship report is produced for SNV and technical stakeholders;
A publication of the results of the study is developed.
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Conditions
There is no internship compensation.
The internship student is not entitled to claim any compensation for travelling expenses,
insurance, accommodation, subsistence, translation or any other costs from the side of SNV.
The student and SNV supervisor will need to sign an internship contract before the internship
can take place.
The internship student should be aware of security consequences of living in unstable countries.
The student needs to have a working level in French.
The research will preferably be conducted in tandem with a Malian student of DELTA C institute.
Duration: minimally 3 months
Desired start date: preferably early 2012, exact period in consultation with contact person
Duty station
Duty Station: Bamako, the capital of Mali. It has around 2,2 million inhabitants.
Medical services: Reasonable to good.
Educational services: Good primary and secondary schools (French school and American international school);
a (small) Dutch school (Dutch language and cultural lessons).
Security: Good.
Accessibility: Good, daily flights to Europe, telephone and inter-connections are good (VSAT installation).
How to apply?
Please send your application letter and CV to Ousmane Ibrahim, Senior WaSH Advisor,
oibrahim@snvworld.org before 31 January 2012 with reference number ML 2954.
More information about SNV
SNV is an international not-for-profit development organisation. We believe that no-one should have to
live in poverty and that all people should have the opportunity to pursue their own sustainable
development.
Starting out in the Netherlands more than 40 years ago, we now work in 36 countries, with offices in
Africa, Asia, Latin America, and the Balkans.
Our global team of over 1,100 professionals work with local partners to equip communities, businesses
and organisations with the tools, knowledge and connections they need to increase their incomes and
gain access to basic services. This empowers them to break the cycle of poverty and guide their own
development.
By sharing our specialist expertise in Agriculture, Renewable Energy, and Water, Sanitation & Hygiene,
we contribute to solving some of the leading problems facing the world today – helping to find local
solutions to global challenges and sowing the seeds of lasting change.
SNV aims to make a lasting difference in the lives of approximately 40 million people living in poverty
over the period 2011-2015.
For more information, please refer to our website: www.snvworld.org
We do not appreciate third-party mediation based on this advertisement.
Senior Advisor Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Job Vacancy at SNV Nampula Mozambique
Job Title:Senior Advisor Water, Sanitation and Hygiene
Based in Nampula, Mozambique
(International contract)
SNV Mozambique provides capacity strengthening to local organisations (private, public and
NGO) engaged in work for poverty reduction. We work in two impact areas: access to basic
services, focusing in Water, Sanitation and Hygiene and Renewable Energy; Production,
Income and Employment, focusing in horticulture and oil seeds value chains and Inclusive
Business arrangements.
Building strategic partnerships is an essential part of SNV’s corporate strategy to achieve
development impact and create a coherent development policy framework. Resource
mobilization, as a specific form of partnership is an important part of our operations with the
objective to diversify and expand its financial resource base.
We have a team of 14 professional advisors located in two regionally operating portfolio teams
in Maputo and Nampula, and we are currently seeking for a Senior Advisor WaSH with special
focus on Product Development, Partnerships and Resource Mobilization, to be based in the
Nampula Portfolio.
This position will focus on exploring, engaging and maintaining partnerships as well as on
funding opportunities with strategic partners, global foundations, bi-lateral and multilateral
agencies, global philanthropic organizations, social investment funds etc. in tandem with the
development, brokering and networking of knowledge by SNV.
Responsibilities:
Coordinate and facilitate the implementation of the country partnership and resource
mobilization policy in the WaSH sector;
Support to public relations and communication initiatives to enhance PRM, among
others the elaboration of a Value Proposition and communicating on results Proactive
mapping and ongoing market research on potential sources of funding and updating
the donor tracking system (Sales Force);
Mobilise a minimum of 50% of WASH core subsidy in external funding
Draw up and monitor a revenue plan, including budgets, with realistic targets and
milestones;
Steer and supervise high level support consultants for resource mobilisation
Support and coordinate with the SNV Management Team, and regional knowledge
network leader to cultivate and solicit a number of key funding sources in the WaSH
sector,;
Ensure that grant applications and proposals for cost sharing are produced on time
and as per donor requirements, as well as train and support others to do so;
Responsible for fostering knowledge development among WaSH advisors (currently 4,
based in Beira and Nampula) and LCBs in the country and link with the regional
knowledge network;
Support portfolio teams in the development of sector strategies, based on gathered
knowledge and best practices;
Provide backstopping to WaSH advisors in Mozambique; strengthen operational and
strategic aspects of working in a team distributed over three geographical settings.
Provide high quality advice to clients / partners active in rural and peri-urban WaSH
activities (Government, NGOs, private sector and MSPs).
Candidate profile
Education:
Masters degree from an accredited college/ university in water & sanitation,
business/marketing, strategic management, development studies or related field.
Work experience:
Minimum 8 years of relevant experience in (peri-urban and rural) water, sanitation
and hygiene programs, preferably in Africa;
An organized and strategic approach to fundraising with experience in developing,
managing and coordinating successful fundraising efforts;
Demonstrated success in the cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of foundations
and corporate donors;
Demonstrated ability to conceptualize and describe funding needs in a way that is
compelling and comprehensive to the potential donor;
Leadership and strategic qualities to support relevant staff in the development and
brokering of knowledge;
computer literate including knowledge of donor tracking systems;
A track record as an effective communicator who is articulate and persuasive in
written and verbal communications; adept at crafting proposals, donor
correspondence and other kinds of materials and making presentations to a variety of
audiences.
Personal characteristics:
Committed to and enthusiastic about the mission and vision of SNV;
A strategist who is adept at planning, prioritizing, organizing and following through;
An individual with credibility, good judgment, honesty, integrity, trust, and the ability
to motivate others in a similar vein;
Team-focused, must enjoy and be successful at working in teams as well as results
oriented and proactive in approach;
A person with a high degree of maturity, self-confidence, and flexibility.
Languages:
Fully proficient in English and a working knowledge of Portuguese.
Description duty station
Nampula is a quiet city where one can walk through the streets without any problem,
although it is recommended not to walk in dark street alone at night. There is an airport with
daily flights to Maputo and weekly flights to Pemba/Dar Es Salam/Nairobi. Health care is basic
in Nampula. For intensive care, Maputo and South Africa are easy to reach thanks to the
frequent flights available.
Contract Duration: 2 years with possible extension
Desired start Date: 1 January 2012
How to apply?
Please send your application letter and CV in English together with indication of your present
salary and secondary benefits package to mmadeira@snvworld.org (att. Marta Madeira,
Country HR Officer) before 23/01/2012 with reference number MZ 5624.
More information about SNV
SNV is a non-profit international development organisation established in the Netherlands in
1965. For over 40 years, SNV has been at the forefront of development, helping to build local
capacity and empower local families and communities to break the cycle of poverty. We are
present on the ground in 36 developing countries in Africa, Asia, Latin America and the
Balkans and operate in Agriculture, Renewable Energy, and Water, Sanitation & Hygiene. Our
900 advisors in the field come from a variety of cultural and technical backgrounds, and over
60 per cent are nationals of the countries where we work.
For more information, please refer to our website: www.snvworld.org
We do not appreciate third-party mediation based on this advertisement.
Based in Nampula, Mozambique
(International contract)
SNV Mozambique provides capacity strengthening to local organisations (private, public and
NGO) engaged in work for poverty reduction. We work in two impact areas: access to basic
services, focusing in Water, Sanitation and Hygiene and Renewable Energy; Production,
Income and Employment, focusing in horticulture and oil seeds value chains and Inclusive
Business arrangements.
Building strategic partnerships is an essential part of SNV’s corporate strategy to achieve
development impact and create a coherent development policy framework. Resource
mobilization, as a specific form of partnership is an important part of our operations with the
objective to diversify and expand its financial resource base.
We have a team of 14 professional advisors located in two regionally operating portfolio teams
in Maputo and Nampula, and we are currently seeking for a Senior Advisor WaSH with special
focus on Product Development, Partnerships and Resource Mobilization, to be based in the
Nampula Portfolio.
This position will focus on exploring, engaging and maintaining partnerships as well as on
funding opportunities with strategic partners, global foundations, bi-lateral and multilateral
agencies, global philanthropic organizations, social investment funds etc. in tandem with the
development, brokering and networking of knowledge by SNV.
Responsibilities:
Coordinate and facilitate the implementation of the country partnership and resource
mobilization policy in the WaSH sector;
Support to public relations and communication initiatives to enhance PRM, among
others the elaboration of a Value Proposition and communicating on results Proactive
mapping and ongoing market research on potential sources of funding and updating
the donor tracking system (Sales Force);
Mobilise a minimum of 50% of WASH core subsidy in external funding
Draw up and monitor a revenue plan, including budgets, with realistic targets and
milestones;
Steer and supervise high level support consultants for resource mobilisation
Support and coordinate with the SNV Management Team, and regional knowledge
network leader to cultivate and solicit a number of key funding sources in the WaSH
sector,;
Ensure that grant applications and proposals for cost sharing are produced on time
and as per donor requirements, as well as train and support others to do so;
Responsible for fostering knowledge development among WaSH advisors (currently 4,
based in Beira and Nampula) and LCBs in the country and link with the regional
knowledge network;
Support portfolio teams in the development of sector strategies, based on gathered
knowledge and best practices;
Provide backstopping to WaSH advisors in Mozambique; strengthen operational and
strategic aspects of working in a team distributed over three geographical settings.
Provide high quality advice to clients / partners active in rural and peri-urban WaSH
activities (Government, NGOs, private sector and MSPs).
Candidate profile
Education:
Masters degree from an accredited college/ university in water & sanitation,
business/marketing, strategic management, development studies or related field.
Work experience:
Minimum 8 years of relevant experience in (peri-urban and rural) water, sanitation
and hygiene programs, preferably in Africa;
An organized and strategic approach to fundraising with experience in developing,
managing and coordinating successful fundraising efforts;
Demonstrated success in the cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of foundations
and corporate donors;
Demonstrated ability to conceptualize and describe funding needs in a way that is
compelling and comprehensive to the potential donor;
Leadership and strategic qualities to support relevant staff in the development and
brokering of knowledge;
computer literate including knowledge of donor tracking systems;
A track record as an effective communicator who is articulate and persuasive in
written and verbal communications; adept at crafting proposals, donor
correspondence and other kinds of materials and making presentations to a variety of
audiences.
Personal characteristics:
Committed to and enthusiastic about the mission and vision of SNV;
A strategist who is adept at planning, prioritizing, organizing and following through;
An individual with credibility, good judgment, honesty, integrity, trust, and the ability
to motivate others in a similar vein;
Team-focused, must enjoy and be successful at working in teams as well as results
oriented and proactive in approach;
A person with a high degree of maturity, self-confidence, and flexibility.
Languages:
Fully proficient in English and a working knowledge of Portuguese.
Description duty station
Nampula is a quiet city where one can walk through the streets without any problem,
although it is recommended not to walk in dark street alone at night. There is an airport with
daily flights to Maputo and weekly flights to Pemba/Dar Es Salam/Nairobi. Health care is basic
in Nampula. For intensive care, Maputo and South Africa are easy to reach thanks to the
frequent flights available.
Contract Duration: 2 years with possible extension
Desired start Date: 1 January 2012
How to apply?
Please send your application letter and CV in English together with indication of your present
salary and secondary benefits package to mmadeira@snvworld.org (att. Marta Madeira,
Country HR Officer) before 23/01/2012 with reference number MZ 5624.
More information about SNV
SNV is a non-profit international development organisation established in the Netherlands in
1965. For over 40 years, SNV has been at the forefront of development, helping to build local
capacity and empower local families and communities to break the cycle of poverty. We are
present on the ground in 36 developing countries in Africa, Asia, Latin America and the
Balkans and operate in Agriculture, Renewable Energy, and Water, Sanitation & Hygiene. Our
900 advisors in the field come from a variety of cultural and technical backgrounds, and over
60 per cent are nationals of the countries where we work.
For more information, please refer to our website: www.snvworld.org
We do not appreciate third-party mediation based on this advertisement.
SNV Job Vacancy-Research intern Mali
Job Title:Research intern
Based in Sikasso
(possibly with review activities in Bamako)
Promotion of inclusive business in West Africa: lessons from Bio-Equitable Project in Mali
Since 2001, because of the magnitude of the crisis in the cotton sector in Mali, the SNV Mali is
committed to promote initiatives of income diversification for cotton farmers through alternative cotton
markets. In 2007, SNV Mali, KIT, the ICCO and AKO/Mavideniz company, under the auspices of the
Dutch network Agri-Profocus have conducted a series of forward-looking missions aimed at developing
the production of organic cotton. At the end of these missions, the Bio-Equitable project (PBE) was
designed and field activities started early 2008. The implementation of the PBE helped create in
November 2008 a Trade house known as Yiriwa SA for the marketing of organic products with a multiactor
shareholding involving producers. Early 2009, a support plan was developed by SNV to strengthen
the capacity of cooperative of cotton producers involved in the biological production.
This support plan was intended to facilitate the implementation of the PBE initiative, in conditions which
enable: family farms involved take advantage of the opportunities for niche market (biological, equitable
or other outlet) in a sustainable and inclusive way (i.e. access to a large group of producers including
women); and the Yiriwa SA company to obtain the quantities and the quality required of cotton and
other agricultural products to develop a viable trade; It is clear three years after the beginning of the
initiative, that many problems arise and which deserves an in-depth analysis. It is to this that the
internship will focus.
Your supervisors will be Issifou Dado Doko and Amadi Coulibaly.
Research objectives
The question of research could be formulated as follows: what are the requirements at organisational,
legal and operational levels that could determine the success or failure of an initiative for the inclusion of
small producers to markets niche in Africa?
The objectives of the research are:
1) Establish the initiative organizational profile of the project Bio-Equitable
2) Understand and explain the keys factors that influenced the evolution of the PBE initiative
3) Formulate recommendations for a reorientation of the initiative.
Expected results
An analysis of the strategy of the initiative and the company Yiriwa SA is established (according
to the McKinsey matrix, or the Arthur D. Little matrix (Strategor, Paris, Dunod, 1997).)
The key factors for a the achievement of the primary objectives of the initiative are
investigated;
Operational recommendations are made to both SNV and Enterprise Yiriwa SA;
Conditions
There is no internship compensation.
The internship student is not entitled to claim any compensation for travelling expenses,
insurance, accommodation, subsistence, translation or any other costs from the side of SNV.
The student and SNV supervisor will need to sign an internship contract before the internship
can take place.
The internship student should be aware of security consequences of living in unstable countries.
The student needs to have a working level in French.
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The research will preferably be conducted in tandem with a Malian student of DELTA C institute.
French language skills are required
Field agent of Yiriwa SA and SNV advisor can give support for translation.
Duration: minimally 3 months
Desired start date: preferably early 2012, exact period in consultation with contact person.
For more information about the duty station, please contact Mr. Issifou Dado Doko,
idadodoko@snvworld.org.
How to apply?
Please send your application letter and CV to Mr. Issifou Dado Doko, Economic & Rural Development
Advisor, idadodoko@snvworld.org before 31 March 2012 with reference number ML 2290.
More information about SNV
SNV is an international not-for-profit development organisation. We believe that no-one should have to
live in poverty and that all people should have the opportunity to pursue their own sustainable
development.
Starting out in the Netherlands more than 40 years ago, we now work in 36 countries, with offices in
Africa, Asia, Latin America, and the Balkans.
Our global team of over 1,100 professionals work with local partners to equip communities, businesses
and organisations with the tools, knowledge and connections they need to increase their incomes and
gain access to basic services. This empowers them to break the cycle of poverty and guide their own
development.
By sharing our specialist expertise in Agriculture, Renewable Energy, and Water, Sanitation & Hygiene,
we contribute to solving some of the leading problems facing the world today – helping to find local
solutions to global challenges and sowing the seeds of lasting change.
SNV aims to make a lasting difference in the lives of approximately 40 million people living in poverty
over the period 2011-2015.
For more information, please refer to our website: www.snvworld.org
We do not appreciate third-party mediation based on this advertisement.
Based in Sikasso
(possibly with review activities in Bamako)
Promotion of inclusive business in West Africa: lessons from Bio-Equitable Project in Mali
Since 2001, because of the magnitude of the crisis in the cotton sector in Mali, the SNV Mali is
committed to promote initiatives of income diversification for cotton farmers through alternative cotton
markets. In 2007, SNV Mali, KIT, the ICCO and AKO/Mavideniz company, under the auspices of the
Dutch network Agri-Profocus have conducted a series of forward-looking missions aimed at developing
the production of organic cotton. At the end of these missions, the Bio-Equitable project (PBE) was
designed and field activities started early 2008. The implementation of the PBE helped create in
November 2008 a Trade house known as Yiriwa SA for the marketing of organic products with a multiactor
shareholding involving producers. Early 2009, a support plan was developed by SNV to strengthen
the capacity of cooperative of cotton producers involved in the biological production.
This support plan was intended to facilitate the implementation of the PBE initiative, in conditions which
enable: family farms involved take advantage of the opportunities for niche market (biological, equitable
or other outlet) in a sustainable and inclusive way (i.e. access to a large group of producers including
women); and the Yiriwa SA company to obtain the quantities and the quality required of cotton and
other agricultural products to develop a viable trade; It is clear three years after the beginning of the
initiative, that many problems arise and which deserves an in-depth analysis. It is to this that the
internship will focus.
Your supervisors will be Issifou Dado Doko and Amadi Coulibaly.
Research objectives
The question of research could be formulated as follows: what are the requirements at organisational,
legal and operational levels that could determine the success or failure of an initiative for the inclusion of
small producers to markets niche in Africa?
The objectives of the research are:
1) Establish the initiative organizational profile of the project Bio-Equitable
2) Understand and explain the keys factors that influenced the evolution of the PBE initiative
3) Formulate recommendations for a reorientation of the initiative.
Expected results
An analysis of the strategy of the initiative and the company Yiriwa SA is established (according
to the McKinsey matrix, or the Arthur D. Little matrix (Strategor, Paris, Dunod, 1997).)
The key factors for a the achievement of the primary objectives of the initiative are
investigated;
Operational recommendations are made to both SNV and Enterprise Yiriwa SA;
Conditions
There is no internship compensation.
The internship student is not entitled to claim any compensation for travelling expenses,
insurance, accommodation, subsistence, translation or any other costs from the side of SNV.
The student and SNV supervisor will need to sign an internship contract before the internship
can take place.
The internship student should be aware of security consequences of living in unstable countries.
The student needs to have a working level in French.
Page/of 2/2
The research will preferably be conducted in tandem with a Malian student of DELTA C institute.
French language skills are required
Field agent of Yiriwa SA and SNV advisor can give support for translation.
Duration: minimally 3 months
Desired start date: preferably early 2012, exact period in consultation with contact person.
For more information about the duty station, please contact Mr. Issifou Dado Doko,
idadodoko@snvworld.org.
How to apply?
Please send your application letter and CV to Mr. Issifou Dado Doko, Economic & Rural Development
Advisor, idadodoko@snvworld.org before 31 March 2012 with reference number ML 2290.
More information about SNV
SNV is an international not-for-profit development organisation. We believe that no-one should have to
live in poverty and that all people should have the opportunity to pursue their own sustainable
development.
Starting out in the Netherlands more than 40 years ago, we now work in 36 countries, with offices in
Africa, Asia, Latin America, and the Balkans.
Our global team of over 1,100 professionals work with local partners to equip communities, businesses
and organisations with the tools, knowledge and connections they need to increase their incomes and
gain access to basic services. This empowers them to break the cycle of poverty and guide their own
development.
By sharing our specialist expertise in Agriculture, Renewable Energy, and Water, Sanitation & Hygiene,
we contribute to solving some of the leading problems facing the world today – helping to find local
solutions to global challenges and sowing the seeds of lasting change.
SNV aims to make a lasting difference in the lives of approximately 40 million people living in poverty
over the period 2011-2015.
For more information, please refer to our website: www.snvworld.org
We do not appreciate third-party mediation based on this advertisement.
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