Senin, 26 Januari 2015

United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland: Caseworker

Organization: REDRESS
Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
Closing date: 20 Feb 2015

Founded in 1992 and registered as a charity in the UK, REDRESS is a small, specialised and widely respected human rights organisation that works internationally to obtain justice for survivors of torture and end impunity for governments and the individuals who perpetrate it, and to develop and ensure compliance with international standards.

The organisation provides specialised legal assistance to individuals and communities in securing their rights, conducts advocacy with governments, parliaments, international organisations and the media and works in partnership with like-minded organisations around the world. More information on REDRESS’ work can be found on its website: www.redress.org.

REDRESS has about 12 full and part-time staff members and a number of volunteers.

THE CASEWORKER

REDRESS is seeking a caseworker to contribute to REDRESS’ United Kingdom and International casework programmes. Key tasks include:

  1. Conducting legal research and drafting in respect of ongoing cases;
  2. Communicating with barristers and solicitors working with REDRESS;
  3. Conducting outreach to extend REDRESS’ client base;
  4. Explaining REDRESS’ casework programme to interested parties (oral and in writing);
  5. Interviewing clients;
  6. Evidence collection;
  7. Preparing case bundles and filings;
  8. Preparing articles and statements for the media;
  9. Organising informal and formal briefing sessions with supporters as above;
  10. Overall administration of the UK and International casework programmes, e.g. by keeping electronic and paper filing and carry forward systems up to date and maintaining casework statistics.

The caseworker is also expected to carry out such further duties as may reasonably be requested from time to time by REDRESS.

IDEAL PROFESSIONAL BACKGROUND

  • 2+ years directly relevant professional experience;
  • Proficiency in international law and human rights (ideally an advanced degree specialised in international law);
  • Qualification (ability to practice) ideally in the UK;
  • Experience working with NGOs in developing countries;
  • Experience working with spreadsheets, databases and related IT programmes;
  • Fluent in English and with a second language (spanish, arabic, french) highly desirable.

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

  • Comfortable working with victims of human rights abuse with a range of special needs;
  • Comfortable to work with a wide range of personalities;
  • Energetic, resourceful, good strategic thinker but also willing and ready to take a hands-on role;
  • Highly efficient and organised, with an ability to multi-task;
  • Ability to understand and support the aims, objectives and values of REDRESS and reflect them in all aspects of work;
  • Ability to think and work strategically;
  • Ability to work under pressure;
  • Ability to think creatively;
  • Ability to work as part of a team as well as on own initiative;
  • A genuine interest in victims’ rights;
  • Willingness to undertake frequent travel, including to countries and regions which have experienced severe and systematic human rights abuses.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS

The Caseworker will work with all legal staff at REDRESS, with formal reporting lines to REDRESS’ Counsel and Director.

SALARY AND TERMS

  • This is a permanent full time position.
  • Salary commensurate with experience, with a three month probationary term.
  • Generous holiday and other benefits apply, and after successful completion of the probationary term, the incumbent will be eligible for a 10% pension contribution.

The successful candidate should be prepared to take up the position on or about 1st April 20105

The position is based at the REDRESS office in London. However, the employee will be required to travel, including to countries and regions which have experienced severe and systematic human rights abuses.


How to apply:

Please send to info@redress.org: Cover letter expressing interest; Curriculum vitae; The names and contact details of 2 references (these will only be approached in final short-listing process).

Deadline: 20 February 2015

Envisioned start date: 1st April 2015

Turkey: EMERGENCY TEAM LEADER

Organization: CARE USA
Country: Turkey
Closing date: 09 Feb 2015

The Team Leader is a senior member of staff, responsible for leading and managing the refugee response team, ensuring quality and effectiveness of CARE’s emergency response. The Team Leader is responsible for developing, coordinating and managing all emergency activities, particularly in the following areas: assessment, program design and planning; emergency project management and implementation; management and leadership; human resource mobilization; financial management; coordination and representation; safety and security; administration; and logistics.

Responsibilities and Tasks

  • Provide leadership, direction, and management of the overall CARE Turkey Refugee Response
  • Ensure effective and efficient program planning, management and implementation of all refugee response projects in Turkey
  • Assessment, Program Design and Planning
  • Ensure effective program support, logistics, and finance systems and procedures are in place
  • Safety and Security

The requirements include:

  • Minimum of 8 years of experience in working in a complex humanitarian context, managing large teams and programs
  • High level of demonstrable leadership and strategic management skills - including management and leadership of multi-sector teams in an emergency setting
  • Previous operational experience of managing a multi-sector, multi-national team
  • Previous experience of programme management across multiple locations with multiple donors (including ECHO)
  • Proven financial management acumen at both project and strategic levels
  • Experience of supporting the establishment of M&E and beneficiary accountability systems in complex programmes
  • Track record of high resilience under pressure and ability to support and motivate teams in these situations
  • High political acumen and excellent team building and interpersonal skills
  • Strong computer skills
  • Excellent assessment, report writing, proposal development, and emergency strategy development skills.
  • Well-developed written and oral communications skills with high level experience in representation, coaching and mentoring.
  • Excellent skills and interest in mentoring and capacity building of national and international staff in a broad range of emergency response and leadership skills including gender equality and diversity

Location and Accompaniment Status

This position will be based in southern Turkey, most likely Gaziantep or Sanliurfa. This posting is currently classified as unaccompanied, though the country office regularly reviews this status.

Our diversity is our strength; we encourage people from all backgrounds and experiences, particularly women, to apply.

CARE USA is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

The closing date for this posting, if listed, is approximate. Job postings may be removed from CARE's career website at any time.


How to apply:

http://ch.tbe.taleo.net/CH05/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=CAREUSA&cws=1&rid=2537

United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland: ICT Service Delivery Manager

Organization: Islamic Relief
Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
Closing date: 15 Feb 2015

Location: International Office, Birmingham, UK

Ref:ICT-SDM/ICT-F&S/0115

Contract: Permanent

Salary: Starting from £35,140 per annum

Islamic Relief Worldwide is looking to recruit an ICT Service Delivery Manager. The role will require you to consolidate the existing Global ICT Service Strategy. Working closely with suppliers, key business stakeholders and internal teams: you will plan, coordinate, monitor, manage and ensure continuous improvement in delivery of IT services to the end users. The post holder will contribute and coordinate in the development of the departmental plans, policies and Global ICT Strategy as well as assisting in the transition of project work into BAU operations. S/he will line manage the ICT Service Delivery Team and manage day-to-day operations of the Service Delivery function including internationally based staff.

The ICT Service Delivery Manager will be responsible and accountable for the dedicated support function within ICT, ensuring excellent customer service is provided at all times. The post holder will assist in the procurement of ICT products & services, managing & negotiating with key suppliers, and ensuring good value for money.

The successful candidate must have:-

· Extensive experience of managing a helpdesk team

· worked in a medium to large user base of 1,000 to 1,500 heads

· a strong focus on processes and delivery with experience with SLAs and ITIL

· outstanding communication and interpersonal skills

· experience of implementing ‘follow the Sun’ model

· managed staff outside of the UK as well as UK (Global / International experience)

Those with experience in 24/7 environments would have a distinct advantage (but not essential). Be tremendously passionate about Customer Service & excellence in delivery.

Closing date: 15th February 2015

Islamic Relief promotes equality and meritocracy, and seeks individuals who agree with the IR values together with our policy standards on Anti-Bribery, Child Protection and Code of Conduct. We will carry out screening checks and will take out references on your behalf if you are selected.

Please note, for UK based roles, we are only able to accept applications from candidates who are eligible to work in the UK. We are unable to progress applications which would require sponsorship.

Applicants should be sympathetic to the values of Islamic Relief.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Islamic Relief is an equal opportunities employer.

Only applications from those who already have the right to live and work within the UK will be considered.


How to apply:

If you are talented, reliable, service minded, resilient and a highly motivated professional, with a strong commitment to IRW’s values and beliefs, please apply by downloading the application pack from our website http://www.islamic-relief.org/work-with-us/ and forward the completed form to recruitment@irworldwide.org on or before the closing date.

United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland: Communications & Recruitment Coordinator, York

Organization: International Service
Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
Closing date: 13 Feb 2015

Communications & Recruitment Coordinator, UK

Salary starting at £14,523 rising to £15,560 after probation plus benefits (i.e. health scheme, pension contribution)
York

Job Reference: CT/UKCRC

International Service is an international development organisation working in South America, West Africa and the occupied Palestinian territory. We promote inclusion for vulnerable groups, and support the development of local organisations and communities through capacity building and empowering local people to create sustainable change.

We have an opportunity for a Communications and Recruitment Coordinator to be based in our UK office in York. The Communications and Recruitment Coordinator will work on recruitment activities related to the International Citizen Service Scheme.

We are looking for someone who is highly organised with great people skills and excellent time management.

The candidate should have good written skills along, a sound understanding of social media with experience in communications or a related field.

The position is a full time, fixed term contract of 6 months subject to completion of a three month probation period. We offer a competitive package including a range of benefits. The salary is £14,523 rising to £15,560 on completion of the probation period, with the potential for further extension of the contract term, subject to funding.

View more details in the job description.


How to apply:

Recruitment & Selection

Applicants should apply via email to applications@internationalservice.org.uk attaching a completed application form and equal opportunities monitoring form. Please note that CVs will not be accepted. Closing date for applications is 12:00pm GMT Friday 13th February 2015. Interviews will be held on Wednesday 25th February 2015 in York. No agencies please.

Candidates who do not receive a response within one week of the deadline should consider their applications unsuccessful. International Service only provides feedback to candidates who reach the interview stage. International Service believes in equal opportunities and follows this in all recruitment.

Netherlands: Research Manager

Organization: Aflatoun
Country: Netherlands
Closing date: 16 Feb 2015

Research Manager

Company Aflatoun

Location Amsterdam, Netherlands

Job type Full time

Remuneration Paid Salary €32,260 - €40,865.51 (depending on experience) Comment Inclusive of pension, health insurance, holiday allowance and national insurance contributions

Deadline 16.02.15

Aflatoun is a worldwide network with a secretariat headquartered in Amsterdam. It employs the social franchise model whereby partners have ownership of the programme. The secretariat develops curricula in collaboration with its partners and provides them with technical assistance, network support, advocacy and training materials to implement the Aflatoun methodology.

Through Aflatoun programmes children are inspired to discover their talents and put them to use, to stand up for their rights and those of their communities, to play games and to solve problems. They learn how to save, how to budget and how to set up social and financial enterprises that benefit themselves, their families and their neighborhoods. To date, more than two million children and youth are participating yearly in the Aflatoun programs in over one hundred countries. Nearly one third of these young people are now saving or have started an enterprise. But Aflatoun wants to reach millions more. This is why we are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Research Manager to join us in our mission.

Research Managers work on evaluation and research projects within Aflatoun. They use a range of evaluation approaches and manage projects of various scales for different external and internal stakeholders. The organization takes research and evaluation seriously, publishes all its evaluation work online (www.aflatoun.org/evaluation)and has been open to new and innovative approaches. Research managers are expected to be able to do a range of tasks, work across multiple projects and be able to handle projects and responsibilities autonomously.

Key Reponsibilities

Research

  • Develop and support process assessments with partner organizations looking at new project iterations, implementation challenges, and scaling approaches
  • Work with external partners -including academics, consultants, research organizations, donors, and partners- on outcome evaluation projects
  • Manage and run internal monitoring, research and evaluation work including Aflatoun’s work supporting partner, its data collection process, as well as internal evaluations of pilots, projects, and programmes
  • Design, commission, and manage research projects on topical or programmatic concerns for Aflatoun and its partners
  • Support partners globally and, based on linguistic abilities, be a point person for research and evaluation in a region
  • Refine monitoring and evaluation tools for teachers, trainers and children
  • Produce relevant research and evaluation reports
  • Publish annual compilation of research results

Skills / Attributes Required

  • Experience working in the education or evaluation fields
  • Proven experience producing and publishing high quality written reports in English
  • Process and project management experience
  • Experience in working in a multicultural environment
  • 3 to 5 years work experience relevant to the job
  • Knowledge of pedagogy and learning frameworks
  • Understanding of research and evaluation methods
  • Experience using data analysis software (SPSS, STATA, R, MatLab, NVivo, AtlasTi)
  • Excellent communication skills and attention to detail
  • Proficiency in English. Knowledge in Spanish, Arabic, French or Russian is an advantage
  • Proven track record in delivering results
  • Ability to handle multiple tasks and to work under pressure; flexibility
  • Ability to learn quickly and on the job

Salary / Benefits Package

· Full time position

· Indicative Gross Salary range of € 32,260 to € 40,865,52. including holiday allowance and national insurance contributions (depending on educational background and relevant working experience)

· 23 days holiday pro-rata

· The contract will be offered for one year initially and maybe extended for further period


How to apply:

Application Process

Submit your CV and a letter of interest to jobs@aflatoun.org. The deadline for applications is February 16, 2015. Subject line: Research Manager Application.

Turkey: Finance Manager – Turkey/Syria

Organization: Islamic Relief
Country: Turkey
Closing date: 11 Feb 2015

Contract: One Year Fixed Term

Ref: FM-I/IPD- MEEE/0115

Salary: £26,112 per annum + Separate Benefits package

Location: Turkey

Islamic Relief Worldwide is currently recruiting for the position of a Finance Manager based in Turkey. The post holder will be responsible for maintaining the financial systems and controls to ensure the efficiency, integrity and transparency of the office and sub-office operations in accordance with IR guidelines, national legal requirements and internationally accepted accounting standards. The Finance Manager will ensure that all Islamic Relief offices in the country use and comply with IR guidelines and national legal legislation and Health and Safety regulations.

The post holder will provide timely project related financial reports to the IRW International Office and institutional donors. The post holder will be assisted by a team of finance staff and work and liaise closely with the Programme Manager, the Country Director and the finance and programme division at the international office in the UK

It is essential that the candidate has a professional qualification from a recognised Accounting Association with substantial experience in a finance related role with an international NGO, with essential skills and knowledge of finance related compliance requirements of institutional donors. It is mandatory you have English, Arabic or the local language skills to be able to effectively fulfil the responsibilities of this role.

Closing date: 11th February 2015

National candidates are encouraged to apply but will only receive the salary not benefits.

If you agree with IR values together with our Policy standards on Anti-Bribery, Child Protection and our code of conduct, then you would be an ideal candidate for Islamic Relief, who promotes equality and meritocracy. IRW will carry out screening checks and will take out references on your behalf.

Applicants should be sympathetic to the principles of Islamic Relief

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. No CVs.

Islamic Relief operates an equal opportunities policy and actively encourages diversity, welcoming applications from all areas of the international community.


How to apply:

If you are reliable, service minded, discreet, dedicated and a highly motivated professional, with a strong commitment to IRW’s values and beliefs, please apply by downloading the application pack from our website www.islamic-relief.org/work-with-us and forward the completed form to recruitment@irworldwide.org on or before the closing date.

Ireland: Global Business Development Coordinator

Organization: GOAL
Country: Ireland
Closing date: 27 Feb 2015

GOAL is an international humanitarian agency dedicated to the alleviation of suffering amongst the poorest of the poor in several countries across the developing world. GOAL works towards ensuring that the poorest and most vulnerable in our world and those affected by humanitarian crises have access to the fundamental needs and rights of life such as food, water, shelter, medical attention and primary education.

Background:
GOAL’s institutional funding objective is to ensure maximum funding diversification. GOAL endeavours to ensure that there is an even split between its institutional funding sources through building on existing funding streams, identifying new sources of funding and exploring fully GOAL’s funding options through partnerships, alliances, mergers and acquisitions.

Job Purpose:
To implement a successful business development and fundraising strategy through work on proactive proposals, government grants, competitive bids; corporate; foundation support or other channels. Additionally, the BDU Coordinator will work to strengthen and support international, regional and country teams in their business development efforts to ensure increased funding.

This position will predominantly support the development of GOAL’s European Commission funding portfolio.

Key Outputs and Objectives:
Develop successful proposals and budgets
• Project design and document production: The BDU Coordinator will lead the development of strategic or high value funding proposals and budgets as agreed with the Head BDU, Operations Manager and Country Management Teams. This will involve leading or supporting proposal development teams across the organisation.
• Lead and organise guidance and support to development of proactive concepts, converting ideas into sellable proposals and actively participate in identifying sources of support for such proposals.l
• Work with GOAL’s in-country management teams to develop action plans for new business opportunities. Research and produce internal briefs on topics and issues related to new business development (e.g. donor profiles, partner organisation profiles, briefings for meetings and conferences). This includes the use and/or development of in-country donor mapping tool.
• Coordinate efforts between GOAL and partner organisations: Lead the development of proposals and budgets submitted in partnership with other organisations where GOAL is either the primary applicant or a sub-contractor. Negotiate favourable and manageable role in partnership proposals.
• Track donor funding trends and priorities within GOAL’s operating regions and communicate these to GOAL’s Country Directors and support teams.
• Research, analyse and maintain regular register of donor calls for funding applications including tenders, expressions of interest and requests for proposals.
• Ensure relevant internal approval processes at different levels are followed on making the decision whether or not to pursue a business opportunity.

Ensure positive and strong donor and host government relations
• Ensure the highest possible level of service to donors: Ensure co-ordinated communication with donors and partner organisations.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with donors and host country government representatives: representing GOAL, networking, and working with Country Directors and other GOAL teams in external communications/relations.

Strengthen internal new business development capacity
• Strengthen the capacity of GOAL teams: Expand the capacity of GOAL team members to participate in technical and cost proposals and other business development efforts through mentoring, technical assistance visits and direct training. Support country programmes to develop fundraising strategies. Develop and deliver trainings and on-the-job tools and aids as required.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of GOAL’s systems: Help to develop better tools, systems, techniques and strategies for identifying, tracking, and pursuing new business opportunities, developing proposals and budgets, and managing institutional knowledge.

Person Specification:
• Not less than 7 years direct sectoral experience demonstrating a continued progress of institutional fundraising and management within complex humanitarian and development settings.
• Successful track record of securing multiple high-value grants from donors, trusts or foundations. Specific experience securing significant funding from the European Commission and other European Government funding sources. A previous experience and knowledge of securing funding from USAID, the Global Fund, DFID, CIDA and AUSAID.
• Demonstrable experience in supporting international development programmes, preferably gained in a multi-site international organisation.
• Educated to Masters level.
• Knowledge of donor compliance, procurement and grant management, especially EC and USAID, DFID, and other major bilateral, multilateral donors or foundations.
• Proven effectiveness in building capacity and working in cross-cultural settings.
• Extensive overseas management experience within humanitarian and development contexts.

Reporting to: Head of BDU

Other key relationships: Operations Manager and team, Country Directors, BDU PSO.

Contract: 12 month, fixed term.

This position will remain open until filled.

This Job Description only serves as a guide for the position available. GOAL reserves the right to change this document.


How to apply:

http://www.candidatemanager.net/cm/Micro/JobDetails.aspx?&mid=YGTYD&sid=BEVGTAZ&jid=UWCXAZYW&site=Goal

Turkey: PROGRAM QUALITY AND LEARNING MANAGER

Organization: CARE USA
Country: Turkey
Closing date: 09 Feb 2015

CARE International in Turkey (CARE) is providing humanitarian assistance to people affected by the Syria crisis. In doing so, it often works with national implementing partners whilst employing a combination of direct and remotely managed approaches. CARE has so far reached over 250,000 people in Northern Syria affected by the crisis as well as over 15,000 Syrian refugees in Turkey with humanitarian assistance.

CARE is seeking a Program Quality and Learning Manager with particular expertise in monitoring, evaluation, accountability and learning, to ensure high quality programming in Syria and Turkey. The position will report to the Assistant Country Director for Programs and be based in Gaziantep with travel to project sites in Turkey. The position will focus on the following core result areas:

  1. Monitoring, evaluation and accountability to beneficiaries across our country portfolio
  2. Ensure that gender equality objectives are incorporated in all program planning and implementation.
  3. Manage the delivery of high quality technical support in CARE Turkey’s core sectors including Food Security and Livelihoods and WASH.
  4. Facilitate reflective practice, learning and knowledge management
  5. Support program design

The requirements include:

· Master’s Degree in Development studies or International Relations

· At least 8 years of experience in working in a conflict context managing humanitarian assistance programs

· At least 5 years experience in managing program quality functions

· Experience in establishing M&E and accountability systems in a remote programming context

· At least 5 years extensive experience conducting gender analysis and implementation of gender sensitive approaches

· At least 5 years experience in developing a strong team in a complex environment

· Technical skills in monitoring, accountability and program design

· Technical skills in gender equality programming

· Desire candidates with Arabic speaking skills

Our diversity is our strength; we encourage people from all backgrounds and experiences, particularly women, to apply.

CARE USA is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

The closing date for this posting, if listed, is approximate. Job postings may be removed from CARE's career website at any time.


How to apply:

To apply for this position, please visit our website here:

http://ch.tbe.taleo.net/CH05/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=CAREUSA&cws=1&rid=2566

United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland: PR and Media Manager

Organization: The Brooke Hospital for Animals
Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
Closing date: 09 Feb 2015

Salary: circa £44,832 per annum

Location:Central London [with some overseas travel]

Benefits:25 days holiday, contributory pension, life assurance and more

Contract type:Permanent

Job reference:FC1501

The Brooke

The Brooke is an international animal welfare organisation dedicated to improving the lives of working horses, donkeys and mules in the poorest parts of the world. We provide veterinary treatment and community programmes across Africa, Asia and Latin America. Last year, we reached more than 1,100,000 working horses, donkeys and mules benefiting more than five million people.

The Brooke’s goal is to increase the number of working animals we help to two million a year by 2016.

****T********he Role****

This is a career-defining opportunity for an experienced and ambitious PR & Media professional as the Brooke launches a new brand and market position later this year. Working closely with our media agency, you will be responsible for the brand investment budget, media strategy and related PR activity to deliver our ground-breaking brand activation campaign.

Criteria

You will bring a proven track record in creating and delivering Media and PR strategies that measurably increase brand awareness and consideration to support. In order to grow our market share among newly identified audiences you will have demonstrable experience in delivering integrated online and offline media and PR activities utilising earned, paid for and owned media channels.

Closing Date: Monday, 9th February 2015

Interviews to be held on:Thursday, 19th February and Friday, 20th February 2015


How to apply:

For further information including the job description and person specification and to apply online, please visit http://www.thebrooke.org/jobs

Please note that CVs only will not be considered and must be accompanied by the online application form.

France: UN CHARGE DE PROJET PLAIDOYER NUTRITION FRANCE (H/F)

Organization: Action Contre la Faim
Country: France
Closing date: 22 Feb 2015

Nous recherchons pour le Département Plaidoyer :

UN CHARGE DE PROJET PLAIDOYER NUTRITION FRANCE (H/F)

Basé à Paris 17ème

Mission: Au sein de la Direction Plaidoyer d’ACF-France, composée d’une équipe de 9 personnes, vous aurez pour mission de contribuer à la mise en œuvre de la stratégie plaidoyer d’ACF sur la sécurité nutritionnelle en France.

Plus précisément, vous aurez les responsabilités suivantes :

· Contribuer à l’élaboration et la mise en œuvre de la stratégie de plaidoyer sur la sécurité nutritionnelle au niveau français

  • Contribuer à la réflexion stratégique et à la définition des objectifs de plaidoyer d’ACF en matière de santé et sécurité nutritionnelle
  • Mettre en œuvre les activités plaidoyer d’ACF sur ces thématiques
  • Analyser les acteurs et les mécanismes institutionnels en jeu et assurer le suivi des politiques françaises en matière de coopération au développement
  • Forger les alliances avec d’autres ONG ou alliés dans ce domaine afin d’améliorer l’impact du plaidoyer
  • Elaborer des documents de position, des rapports et autres outils utiles au plaidoyer
  • Suivre et mettre à jour régulièrement la stratégie de plaidoyer et identifier les nouveaux axes de travail et d’influence

· Participer à la représentation et au développement du réseau d’influence d’ACF

  • Assurer le dialogue avec les pouvoirs publics, les partenaires et représentants de la société civile
  • Représenter ACF au sein des coalitions et groupes de travail
  • Contribuer aux discussions stratégiques au sein d’ACF France et au niveau du réseau international

· Assurer l’animation et la coordination de la campagne Génération Nutrition en France

  • Mener la réflexion stratégique en lien avec les organisations partenaires de la campagne
  • Etablir et mettre en œuvre le plan d’action de la campagne en France en mobilisant différents outils du plaidoyer et assurer le suivi des activités menées
  • Contribuer à l’élaboration d’une stratégie de mobilisation citoyenne
  • Représenter la coalition française au sein des groupes de travail internationaux de la campagne Génération Nutrition et auprès des acteurs institutionnels

Profil recherché:De formation supérieure type Master en Sciences Politiques, Développement International, ou Affaires publiques, vous justifiez d’une expérience professionnelle significative en lien avec le plaidoyer et les stratégies d’influence des pouvoirs publics. Vous avez acquis une excellente connaissance des politiques publiques et du milieu de la solidarité internationale dans son ensemble. Une expertise en matière de santé ou de nutrition serait un avantage.

Une première expérience dans la mise en place de stratégie de mobilisation citoyenne ou en communication serait un plus.

Persuasif et diplomate, vous disposez de qualités rédactionnelles et de techniques d’analyse de données qui vous permettront de produire des rapports détaillés au service d’une stratégie de plaidoyer efficace et innovante.

Anglais courant impératif tant à l’écrit qu’à l’oral.

Statut:Cadre – CDD (11 mois) – Temps Plein

Conditions Salariales : De 31,8 à 38,7 K€ bruts annuels sur 13 mois, 21 jours RTT par an, titres restaurant à 8 € (prise en charge 60% AcF), complémentaire santé obligatoire (prise en charge 80% AcF), remboursement 50 % transport en commun.

Prise de poste: Dès que possible

Conditions particulières et aptitudes : Station assise prolongée, expression orale, travail sur écran, contacts téléphoniques.

ACF est engagé dans une politique d’emploi en faveur des travailleurs handicapés.


How to apply:

Pour postuler, rendez-vous sur notre site internet :

http://www.actioncontrelafaim.org/fr/content/un-charge-de-projet-plaidoyer-nutrition-france-hf-0

Pour suivre nos offres d’emploi, rejoignez-nous sur Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/groups/acf.jobs/

Turkey: Partnership Support Advisor - Turkey (219493-927)

Organization: Mercy Corps
Country: Turkey
Closing date: 26 Mar 2015

PROGRAM/DEPARTMENT SUMMARY:

As Mercy Corps seeks to alleviate suffering, poverty and oppression around the world we recognize that instances of sudden change within a country or region are rare moments of opportunity. Mercy Corps is interested in strengthening presence for early as well as longer term programming for Syrians, including those who have been displaced, and will be present initially in the north of Syria, with expansion of programming to other regions over time. It is imperative that Mercy Corps present itself as a key and reliable partner with various donors, INGOs, government authorities and civil society actors, to be part of the process of positive change. Syria is currently in the midst a major humanitarian crisis impacting the entire country as well as a number of the neighboring countries. The main thrust of the work of Mercy Corps along with its national and international partners for the foreseeable future would primarily be focused on meeting the urgent humanitarian needs across the country. The heightened insecurity and continuous acts of violence and war make the humanitarian response not only more challenging, but increasingly complicated. In such a context, Mercy Corps is looking at developing the capacity of civil society organizations and community based organizations to best respond to the needs of the displaced inside Syria. At the same time, Mercy Corps is working with local actors in Turkey to respond to the massive influx of Syrian refugees.

GENERAL POSITION SUMMARY:

The primary function of the position is to develop a strategy for organizational capacity building of local partners according to their needs, in particular in the areas of project management and administrative issues related to joint activities. The Partnership Support Advisor, under the supervision of the Director of Programs, will then coach local partners to assess their capacities, develop capacity building plans and implement specific organizational development activities for each partner. In Syria, he/she will provide leadership in development of the partnership strategy and on the development and implementation of projects sub-granted to local NGOs, which requires being responsible for the overall supervision of all aspects of the local partners’ sub grants, including capacity building, reporting, and evaluation of the program and collecting periodic reports back to Mercy Corps. Under the Turkey program, he/she will work with the implementation team to build capacity of local civil society and local authorities in responding to the needs of the most vulnerable households.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Strategy and Vision

  • Recognize opportunities for innovative action and create an environment where alternative viewpoints are welcomed.
  • Set direction by prioritizing and organizing actions & resources to achieve objectives and contribute to country-wide strategy development.
  • Develop and organize activities to secure resources for programs and convince stakeholders to provide support.
  • Develop the Mercy Corps partnership support strategy
  • Develop and implement a partnership programme that builds the capacity of partner organisations to provide high quality humanitarian and community-development assistance.

Program Management

  • Assist partners in assessing their organizational capacity needs.
  • Design and deliver training and organisational development support to meet these needs.
  • Develop and implement appropriate project management processes.
  • Help develop funding proposals and donor reports. Uphold a vision for the project. Develop a civil society development approach.
  • Promote active participation and build professional relationship with partners.
  • Coach partners in developing their organizational development plan and ensure that necessary trainings are provided to partners as determined in the plan. If necessary organize the trainings identified in the organizational development plan for each partners.
  • Follow up partners’ project cycle. Ensure that adequate support is provided so that projects’ objectives are reached. Work with the project team and local partners in determining project priorities and approaches, in line with project aims and objectives.
  • Train Mercy Corps national team members in using the organizational capacity building index with partners.
  • Get monthly activity reports from partners and give timely necessary feedback. Make sure that all necessary information is received in time so that project activities are well monitored and all the progress is on the right track.
  • Follow up activity plans for the partners’ project; make sure that activities are focused on relevant issues.
  • Develop and sustain strong relationships with partner organizations, project communities/beneficiaries, other relevant organizations, and local/government officials. Liaise with relevant parties to coordinate activities and approaches. Help projects components in dealing with authorities.
  • Ensure all MC administration, logistical, human resources and financial procedures are followed in relation to implementation of civil society development activities.
  • Plan and conduct meetings, field visits, travel, communication, etc. as necessary to achieve the above.
  • Deal with problems and issues that emerge, as far as possible. If the issue goes beyond your own mandate and/or resources, bring it to the attention of the livelihood manager

Team Management

  • Create and sustain a work environment of mutual respect where team members strive to achieve excellence.
  • Promote accountability, communicate expectations and provide constructive feedback via regular performance reviews.
  • Supervise, hire and orient new team members as necessary.
  • Provide team members with information, tools and other resources to improve performance and reach objectives.
  • Contribute to country team-building efforts, help team members identify problem solving options and ensure the integration of all team members into relevant decision-making processes.

Finance & Compliance Management

  • Ensure compliance with donor and Mercy Corps regulations related to emergency programming.
  • Draft and/or review scope of work to hire and manage any technical consultants, including review for technical efficacy and contract budget.

Representation

  • Identify, build and manage collaborative partnerships with consortium partners, sub-grantees, donors, local governments and other stakeholders.
  • Communicate effectively to ensure overall project targets and donor obligations are met.

Security

  • Ensure compliance with security procedures and policies as determined by country leadership.
  • Proactively ensure that team members operate in a secure environment and are aware of policies.

Organizational Learning:As part of our commitment to organizational learning and in support of our understanding that learning organizations are more effective, efficient and relevant to the communities they serve - we expect all team members to commit 5% of their time to learning activities that benefit Mercy Corps as well as themselves.

Accountability to Beneficiaries: Mercy Corps team members are expected to support all efforts towards accountability, specifically to our beneficiaries and to international standards guiding international relief and development work, while actively engaging beneficiary communities as equal partners in the design, monitoring and evaluation of our field projects.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: None

ACCOUNTABILITY:

REPORTS DIRECTLY TO**:** Director of Programs

WORKS DIRECTLY WITH: Program Managers, Technical Specialists, DM&E coordinator, operations and finance staff (logistics, procurement, finance, and administration).

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:

  • Bachelor degree or equivalent in international development, economics or a related field
  • 3-5 years’ experience in humanitarian response, with a strong focus on governance and partnerships and organizational capacity building
  • Strong oral and communication skills
  • Ability to work and communicate closely with community representatives, to encourage partners’ participation in all phases of the project
  • Knowledge of Mercy Corps systems and procedures is preferred
  • Proven project management skills including planning, monitoring, evaluation, budgeting etc.
  • Good written and spoken English is compulsory, Arabic or Turkish language skills highly desirable
  • Reporting skills and computer skills are required
  • Strong organizational skills and experience working with NGOs are needed
  • Experience in providing field-based and on-job learning and coaching support
  • Experience and ability to plan and facilitate participatory training workshops and provide coaching support

SUCCESS FACTORS:

The successful candidate will have a pleasant personality and will be able to work independently, asking for help when needed; able to work under stressful situation. S/he should possess patience, enthusiasm and strong interpersonal and teambuilding skills. Demonstrated attention to detail, ability to follow procedures, meet deadlines and work independently and cooperatively with team members is required. The team member will be able to work in the most difficult and challenging environment with minimal support and supervision, will be able to remotely manage the program objectives and be able to successfully bring forth the priorities set up and agreed in the partnership support strategy for North Syria and Turkey.

LIVING CONDITIONS/ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

The position will be based in Ankara, which is a capital city with all major city amenities. The position requires frequent travel to the Gaziantep Office. Personnel in both locations are expected to follow all security protocols. Good medical services and electricity and running water are reliable in both locations. (With infrequent interruptions in service) running water is reliable also. In general, road conditions in Turkey are good.

Mercy Corps team members represent the agency both during and outside of work hours when deployed in a field posting or on a visit/TDY to a field posting. Staff are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner and respect local laws, customs and Mercy Corps’ policies, procedures, and values at all times and in all in-country venues.


How to apply:

Please apply directly at:
http://mercycorps.silkroad.com/epostings/submit.cfm?fuseaction=app.dspjob&jobid=219493&company_id=15927&jobboardid=479

Turkey: DRR Program Officer

Organization: Diakonie Katastrophenhilfe
Country: Turkey
Closing date: 09 Feb 2015

Background

Diakonie Katastrophenhilfe (DKH) Regional Office West and Central Asia, located in Istanbul, Turkey, provides program support to DKH Project Offices and local partners in the region. The DKH RO operates through a strategic partnership with the Turkish aid agency Support to Life.

DKH’s approach is to implement Relief, Rehabilitation, Recovery and Disaster Risk Reduction projects mainly through local partner organisations. In this way, DKH aims to increase and further strengthen relations, build the capacities and provide technical backstopping to our local partners in focus countries. For this purpose, DKH RO recently launched a regional Capacity Building program targeting all strategic partners in the region.

Currently, disaster risk reduction projects (DRR) are implemented in Afghanistan, Palestine and Pakistan. In Afghanistan, DKH works in cooperation with 3 local partners mainly on Community Based Disaster Risk Management. In Palestine (Gaza), DKH works in cooperation with 1 partner, currently implementing a recovery project and a project on drought resilience. In terms of Pakistan, DKH RO provides guidance in the form of supervision/management to the DKH Pakistan Office and oversees the relationship with 4 strategic partners.

The Regional Office is also responsible for intervening in case of acute emergencies in South and Southeast Asia.

DKH is currently looking for an additional qualified DRR Program Officer for the Regional Office for West and Central Asia to strengthen the DRR country programs under the direct supervision of the Program Coordinator.

1. Job Description

Location: Istanbul, Turkey with frequent travels to focus countries in the region, mainly Palestine, Pakistan or Afghanistan

Projects: All projects within the Regional Office Operational Budget for 2015

Assignment Period:1 March – 31 December 2015 (with possible extension)

Reporting to: DKH Regional Office Program Coordinator

2. Tasks

Working under the supervision and in close collaboration with the DKH RO Program Coordinator and in close collaboration with the second DRR Program Officer, the DRR Program Officer is responsible to fulfil the following tasks**:**

A. Program Management Support

  • Supporting project planning and monitor the implementation by local partners.
  • Monitoring and evaluating through field visits and remote management.
  • Preparing, reporting and following work plans of project activities implemented by local/strategic partners in the region.
  • Following the administrative and other preparatory work for the planning and implementation of project components including procurement procedures, financial and work planning of partners.
  • During monitoring visits to projects implemented by local partners, supporting the partner in managing records, files, folders, and other project documentation.
  • Ensure timely submission of monthly and quarterly reports from partners. Also ensure timely submission of quarterly reports to DKH HQ, indicating project status and planned versus actual comparisons including target figures and documentation of project related photographs and success stories.
  • Identifying gaps in the management of projects and supporting local partners in undertaking action for improvements.
  • Assist local partners in developing project proposals to be submitted to DKH HQ and also third party donor agencies.
  • Ensuring that narrative and financial reports of local partners are prepared in accordance with the requirements and regulations of third party donors, if any.
  • Managing local Monitoring and Reporting staff in Afghanistan, Palestine or Pakistan.

B. Strategy Planning and Coordination

  • Planning DRR strategies and annual action plans for DRR focus countries in either Pakistan/Afghanistan or Gaza and potentially other focus countries in the region of West and Central Asia.
  • Ensuring the collaboration of all stakeholders of DKH in the field, from staff of DKH and local partners to target communities and other aid agencies and scientific institutions active in the same area of operation.
  • Attending coordination meetings in sectors that are relevant to DKH sectors of operation.
  • Establishing and maintaining good contact with the ACT Alliance Forum in each focus country, if available.

C. Capacity Building

  • Identifying DRR capacity building and technical backstopping needs of local monitoring staff and local/strategic partners to increase their competence and knowledge in DRR programming and thereby improving the quality of projects and consolidate the DRR knowledge in the region.
  • Preparing and updating training modules for DRR and delivering or supporting the delivery of (remote) trainings on Risk Assessment, DRM, Community Based DRR and PCM.
  • Provide sector specific input and guidance within prevention, preparedness and response.
  • Assessing organizational capacity of local partners and designing and assist or manage tailor made capacity building programs, where needed.
  • Provide support for the regional Capacity Building program for the DRR focused project countries.

D. Operations Support

  • Providing support to the Operations Manager in establishing and maintaining a roster of human resources for emergency response and technical sector support in the region
  • Supporting the development of DKH’s emergency preparedness plan for the region
  • Where needed, carrying out one or more of the following tasks in the aftermath of a disaster in Asia:
  1. needs assessments
  2. designing emergency relief and recovery operations and writing project proposals
  3. setting up and staffing of field offices in a disaster zone
  4. identifying local partners and involving them in the relief and recovery operation
  5. establishing and reviewing institutional structures in field offices
  • Conducting impact evaluation studies of relief and recovery programs

3. Requirements

Minimum requirements:

  • University Master education degree and training in a relevant field
  • Minimum of 2 years successful DRR/ DRM experience that includes field work and project management responsibilities
  • Sound knowledge of and skills in PCM including needs assessment, project planning, proposal writing, project implementation and Monitoring & Evaluation
  • Excellent knowledge of the English language and computer skills
  • Willingness to travel in insecure settings

The following further qualifications are an asset:

  • Demonstrated understanding of and experience with policies, protocols, and procedures of international NGOs and donor agencies
  • Good understanding of key principles of international NGOs including accountability, impartiality, neutrality, independence, cooperation, and intercultural understanding
  • Excellent analytical/problem-solving skills and detail orientation
  • Strong commitment to teamwork, and being flexible
  • Effective communication, motivating leadership and interpersonal skills
  • Belief in the principles of participatory approaches to relief, recovery and development

How to apply:
  • Interested candidates should submit the following to: applications@dkh-istanbul.org
  • An up-to-date CV (including 3 reference persons with contact details)
  • A letter of motivation explaining why the candidates skills/ experience are suited for the position
  • Application deadline is 9 February 2015. Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted!
  • Please indicate reference nr DKHDRRPO1502in the subject of your email.

United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland: Senior Associate, Programme Development

Organization: Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition
Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
Closing date: 15 Feb 2015

GAIN is seeking an experienced and dynamic Senior Associate to join the Programme Development team. This is an excellent opportunity to help shape the direction of GAIN by creating new and innovative programmes to prevent malnutrition. Further, the Senior Associate will be responsible for building new partnerships and programme mechanisms to reach target populations.

The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills to position GAIN early for new programme opportunities, sound project management capability and will be highly creative in developing new programmes and strategies.

The Senior Associate must have previous experience of successfully managing competing tasks within different programmes in multiple countries.


How to apply:

Please follow this link: http://jobs.gainhealth.org/vacancies/246/

United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland: Regional Desk Coordinator – West Africa Region

Organization: Islamic Relief
Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
Closing date: 22 Feb 2015

Contract: One Year Fixed Term (Renewable)

Salary: £32,640 per annum

Location: Birmingham, UK (with up to 40% travel to West Africa Region)

Ref: RDC-WA/IPD-Af/0115

Islamic Relief Worldwide are looking for an individual to provide support to the allocated country offices (Mali, Niger, Chad, Sudan and Malawi) in the delivery of effective programmes according to the Country Programme and Regional Strategies and raising the profile amongst donors and potential funders. The role will report to the Head of Region and is responsible to ensure the country programmes are implemented and reported on a timely and qualitative manner. The post holder will be required to travel extensively on very short notices to IRW country offices to ensure programmes are progressing well and are having the necessary impact.

The post holder will keep up to date overview of compliance matters in the region and critically appraise project proposals. The Regional Desk Coordinator will communicate with donors and IR partners on all issues related to grant management including contract amendments and reporting.

It is essential that the successful candidate has a graduate degree or/and equivalent experience in development/humanitarian areas with considerable overseas experience, livelihoods projects, WATSAN, Nutrition etc. The individual will also need to have previous exposure of working with INGO’s in developing countries in rehabilitation; development and emergency contexts as well as fundraising and dealing with EC, ECHO, UN and DFID***. The candidate should have excellent working knowledge of written and spoken English & French.***

Closing date: 22nd February 2015

Islamic Relief promotes equality and meritocracy, and seeks individuals who agree with the IR values together with our policy standards on Anti-Bribery, Child Protection and Code of Conduct. We will carry out screening checks and will take out references on your behalf if you are selected.

Please note, for UK based roles, we are only able to accept applications from candidates who are eligible to work in the UK. We are unable to progress applications which would require sponsorship.

Applicants should be sympathetic to the values of Islamic Relief.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Islamic Relief is an equal opportunities employer.

Only applications from those who already have the right to live and work within the UK will be considered.


How to apply:

If you are talented, reliable, service minded, resilient and a highly motivated professional, with a strong commitment to IRW’s values and beliefs, please apply by downloading the application pack from our website http://www.islamic-relief.org/work-with-us and forward the completed form to recruitment@irworldwide.org on or before the closing date.

United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland: Project Accountant

Organization: Sightsavers
Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
Closing date: 05 Feb 2015

Our vision is of a world where no one is blind from avoidable causes and where visually impaired people participate equally in society. Each year, we improve the lives of millions of people in the poorest parts of the world. Sightsavers offers a great place to work within easy reach of London and Brighton.

Project Accountant (2 year fixed term contract)
Haywards Heath, UK
Salary: Circa £32,000 per annum

Sightsavers are looking for a Project Accountant to play a key role in project managing key process improvement initiatives in support of Sightsavers’ objective for the strategic and efficient use of resources. The Project Accountant will provide support to business customers in the UK and overseas in embedding new operational and financial systems and processes including developing communications, stakeholder management and training plans.

It is essential that you have strong project management experience in a finance environment with the ability to mobilise, influence and coordinate key stakeholders, and the ability to produce clear project planning documentation for a global audience.

The ideal candidate will be a part qualified accountant with relevant experience (ACA, ACCA, ACMA) or possibly a newly qualified accountant looking for a less traditional accounting role. Experience of working in a complex international organisation would be desirable. To succeed in this role, you will have strong IT skills including knowledge of mid-high range accounting packages and e-Procurement systems.

You must be able to travel overseas for approximately 3 weeks per year, if required.


How to apply:

To apply for this post, please view our vacancy at http://www.sightsavers.net/about_us/vacancies/21363b.html and download our application form and return the completed application form and equal opportunities form as two separate documents to jobs@sightsavers.org.

We’re an equal opportunities employer, and we particularly encourage qualified people living with a disability to apply.

We will be contacting shortlisted candidates for interview, shortly after the closing dates. We very much regret that in view of the large number of applications we receive, we are unable to respond if you are unsuccessful. I am sure that you will understand the need to concentrate resources towards our work.

United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland: Receptionist & Office Administrator

Organization: Islamic Relief
Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
Closing date: 15 Feb 2015

Location: Birmingham, UK

Ref: R&OA/IR-AC/0115

Contract: 8 Months Fixed Term (Part Time)

Salary: £22,440 per annum (pro rata)

The Academy of a leading international aid charity seeks a Receptionist and Office Administrator, who will play a pivotal role within the IR Academy in ensuring that reception is always manned and all admin work is carried out at the highest standard level possible. The post holder will provide and act as the first point of contact for visitors and callers and to undertake a range of other admin tasks as identified by the line manager.

The Receptionist & Office Administrator will provide clerical, secretarial and administrative support to all departments. S/he will maintain a general filing system and will provide logistical support to meetings held in the office. The job holder will maintain all meeting rooms and your will maintain an adequate inventory of Academy supplies and resources.

Candidates should be confident and highly organised with a natural communication skill and experience in general administration and customer service. The successful candidate will have an excellent level of computer literacy and excellent written and spoken English and a working knowledge of Arabic and French. The post holder will have the ability to work on own initiative and take responsibility where necessary and work part of a team.

Closing date: 15th February 2015

Islamic Relief promotes equality and meritocracy, and seeks individuals who agree with the IR values together with our policy standards on Anti-Bribery, Child Protection and Code of Conduct. We will carry out screening checks and will take out references on your behalf if you are selected.

Please note, for UK based roles, we are only able to accept applications from candidates who are eligible to work in the UK. We are unable to progress applications which would require sponsorship.

Applicants should be sympathetic to the values of Islamic Relief.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Islamic Relief is an equal opportunities employer.

Only applications from those who already have the right to live and work within the UK will be considered


How to apply:

Please apply by downloading the application pack from our websitehttp://www.islamic-relief.org/Work-with-us and forward the completed form to recruitment@irworldwide.org on or before the closing date.

Turkey: Program Director - North Syria / Turkey Programs (219490-927)

Organization: Mercy Corps
Country: Turkey
Closing date: 26 Mar 2015

PROGRAM/ DEPARTMENT SUMMARY:

As Mercy Corps seeks to alleviate suffering, poverty and oppression around the world we recognize that instances of sudden change within a country or region, are rare moments of opportunity. Mercy Corps is interested in strengthening presence for early as well as longer term programming for Syrians, including those who have been displaced, and will be present initially in the north, with expansion of programming to other regions over time. It is imperative that Mercy Corps present itself as a key and reliable partner with various donors, INGOs, government authorities and civil society actors, to be part of the process of positive change. Mercy Corps, with its global experience in working in countries undergoing major transitions, will be a key contributor in the process, bringing knowledge, expertise and strong management skills to position the agency as a partner of choice for progressive change in Syria, as well as in response to refugee and vulnerable populations in Turkey.

Syria is currently in the midst a major humanitarian crisis impacting the entire country as well as a number of the neighboring countries. The main thrust of the work of Mercy Corps along with its national and international partners for the foreseeable future will be primarily be focused on meeting the urgent war-related humanitarian needs across the country. The heightened insecurity and continuous acts of violence and war make the humanitarian response not only more challenging, but increasingly complicated.

Mercy Corps is also commencing a refugee response program in Gaziantep, Turkey. This is the first stage of Mercy Corps’ refugee programming in Turkey will serve as a starting point for similar programming in other cities. We believe that a natural synergy exists between our response to the needs of Syrian displaced and those made vulnerable as a result of the conflict within Syria, and responding to the needs of those forced to flee and now living in urban conurbations in Turkey. Mercy Corps will continue to work closely with the Turkish authorities and organizations and with our international partners to ensure an effective refugee response.

GENERAL POSITION SUMMARY:

The Director of Programs is a member of the Senior Management Team for Mercy Corps’ North Syria and Turkey programming. S/he is an innovative and visionary leader responsible for resourcefully directing, strategizing and planning all programming, resulting in lasting improvement in the lives of millions of Syrians in his/her area of operations. S/He has held senior roles in formulating strategic direction within an international development context. The Director of Programs has supervisory responsibility for the team under his/her management and manages a diverse portfolio of over USD 85 million with a number of international and national staff working at multiple locations and implementation of all security protocols. The Director develops sustainable, multi-sector programming and is accountable to beneficiaries and donors, placing a high value on innovative solutions to development issues and creative partnerships in tough environments.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Strategy and Vision

  • Recognize opportunities for innovative action and create an environment of empowerment, inclusion and participation to facilitate response
  • Set direction by prioritizing and organizing actions and resources to achieve objectives and contribute to country-wide strategy development
  • Bring innovation into program implementation, ensuring diversity of modalities and promoting market-based approaches and use of technology, wherever local and security conditions permit
  • Support senior management in developing the strategic direction of the overall humanitarian response to the Syrian crisis from and in Turkey.
  • Contribute to proposal development to expand the programme and respond to increasing needs
  • Integrate conflict and gender programming into the response.

Program Management

  • Oversee ongoing program management by Program Managers and overall administration of program teams.
  • Ensure that program implementation is responsive to communities, authorities and partners and consistent with Mercy Corps’ relevant program guidelines, principles, values, quality standards and strategic plan
  • Ensure that beneficiaries are effectively targeted according to established vulnerability criteria
  • Develop and oversee program implementation strategies, including partnership frameworks, beneficiary targeting, distribution processes and capacity building of partners as needed
  • Initiate needs assessments, surveys and other data gathering tools to ensure that Mercy Corps has continued access to updated information and is able to address emerging needs in timely manner
  • Integrate community approaches, gender sensitivity and capacity building into all activities as appropriate
  • Ensure program implementation is on time, target and budget, using effective M&E systems to achieve the desired impact
  • Create and maintain systems ensuring effective and transparent use of financial resources and timely, accurate and informative reporting in line with donor and Mercy Corps policies and procedures
  • Fulfill Mercy Corps Program Management Minimum Standards based on the organization-wide guide.

Team Management

  • Lead the program team in implementation of both North Syria and Turkey programs.
  • Create and sustain a work environment of mutual respect in which team members strive to achieve excellence
  • Promote accountability, communicate expectations and provide constructive feedback via regular performance reviews
  • Hire, orient and supervise new team members as necessary
  • Provide team members with information, tools and other resources to improve performance and reach objectives
  • Contribute to country team-building efforts, help team members identify problem solving options and ensure the integration of all team members into relevant decision-making processes.

Representation & Fundraising

  • Identify, build and manage collaborative partnerships with consortium partners, sub-grantees, donors, local governments and other stakeholders
  • Communicate effectively to ensure overall project targets and donor obligations are met
  • Develop and maintain relationships with key contacts including donor representatives, relevant UN agency managers, Cluster/Working Group leads and co-leads, INGO and national NGO representatives and relevant Turkish officials.
  • Fundraise to address ongoing needs of IDPs.

Finance and Compliance Management

  • Ensure compliance with donor and Mercy Corps regulations related to programming
  • Build and/or maintain operational systems that ensure proper administrative support for programs
  • Draft and/or review scopes of work to hire and manage technical consultants, including review for technical capacities and contract budget
  • Manage program budget(s)

Security

  • Ensure compliance with security procedures and policies as determined by country leadership.
  • Proactively ensure that team members operate in a secure environment and are aware of policies.
  • Ensure that security awareness is integrated into programming.

Personal Leadership

  • Consistently demonstrate flexibility, resilience and ability to maintain positive relationships and composure, even under difficult circumstances
  • Maintain high ethical standards and treat people with respect and dignity
  • Demonstrate an awareness of his/her own strengths and development needs

Accountability:Mercy Corps team members are expected to support all efforts towards accountability, specifically to our beneficiaries and to international standards guiding international relief and development work while actively engaging beneficiary communities as equal partners in the design, monitoring and evaluation of our field projects.

Organizational Learning:As part of our commitment to organizational learning and in support of our understanding that learning organizations are more effective, efficient and relevant to the communities they serve, we expect all team members to commit 5% of their time to learning activities that benefit Mercy Corps as well as themselves.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: Program Managers/Technical Advisor for north Syria Response, Program Manager for Turkey programs, Reporting and Gender Specialist.

ACCOUNTABILITY:

REPORTS DIRECTLY TO: Deputy Country Director

WORKS DIRECTLY WITH: Country Director**,**Operations, Finance Managers, TSU team members, and others.

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:

  • MA or equivalent in relevant field
  • 7-10 years of field experience in international relief and/or development programs, including demonstrable success in managing humanitarian programs in transitional environments; previous working experience in MENA region highly desirable
  • 5 years of senior-level leadership, capacity building and field management experience.
  • Substantial experience of responding in conflict and emergency environments
  • Demonstrated success working effectively and respectfully with host country governments, private sector, INGO, NGO partners and other stakeholders in complex environments
  • Proven skills in finance and grants management; prior experience with emergency response grant management for both private and institutional donors desired
  • Knowledge of SPHERE and other humanitarian programming standards
  • Successful and proven negotiation, communication and organization skills
  • Excellent oral and written English skills, knowledge of Turkish and/or Arabic advantageous
  • Ability to work effectively with an ethnically diverse team in a sensitive environment.

SUCCESS FACTORS:

The successful candidate will skillfully represent programmatic priorities of the agency to donors and regional partners while providing effective leadership to the Mercy Corps humanitarian program team. S/he will be capable of multi-tasking, rapid decision-making, have initiative, drive and a lot of energy, as well as high emotional intelligence, constructive mentoring skills and proven experience with capacity building. S/he will be committed to long-term program sustainability and the delivery of high-impact activities at the community level. Successful Mercy Corps team members have a strong commitment to teamwork and accountability, thrive in evolving and challenging environments, and make effective written and verbal communication a priority.

LIVING CONDITIONS/ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

The position will be based in Ankara with frequent traveling to the field office. Personnel in this location are expected to follow all security protocols. Good medical services are available. City electricity is available in Ankara and running water is reliable also. Internet connectivity and communication is reliable in most locations. In general, road conditions in Turkey are good.

Mercy Corps team members represent the agency both during and outside of work hours when deployed in a field posting or on a visit/TDY to a field posting. Staff are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner and respect local laws, customs and Mercy Corps’ policies, procedures, and values at all times and in all in-country venues.


How to apply:

Please apply directly at:
http://mercycorps.silkroad.com/epostings/submit.cfm?fuseaction=app.dspjob&jobid=219490&company_id=15927&jobboardid=479

United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland: Campaign Leader, Land

Organization: Global Witness
Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
Closing date: 28 Jan 2015

Do you want to lead and direct a global campaign against land grabbing?

Global Witness is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Campaign Leader to lead our Land team. The Campaign Leader will deliver an international campaign aimed at ending the secrecy, rights violations and impunity associated with large-scale land acquisitions and investments. This role will involve delivering compelling advocacy and policy engagement, with specific focus on the rubber sector in Asia, producing relevant policy reports and monitoring developments.

Applicants must have proven advocacy experience that has resulted in policy changes at the highest level, first-hand experience of field investigations, an ability to understand and effectively communicate policy issues to a range of audiences and experience of developing and implementing campaign strategies. Excellent written and spoken communication skills are essential. Knowledge of the rubber sector or land issues will be an advantage.


How to apply:

For full details about this vacancy please view our website http://www.globalwitness.org/about-us/jobs/campaign-leader-land

Egypt: International Internal Auditor – Middle East

Organization: Islamic Relief
Country: Egypt, Jordan, Lebanon, Syrian Arab Republic, Turkey, Yemen
Closing date: 16 Feb 2015

Location: Based in a field office in the Middle East

Ref:IIA-MEEE/CEO-Au/0115

Contract: One Year Fixed Term

Salary: £22,032 per annum + Additional Benefits

We currently have a vacancy for an Internal Auditor (International) who will be based in Middle East. The Internal Auditor (International) will discharge work that supports IRW’s Audit Committee in providing independent assurance to the IRW Board on the state of the control environment and risk management arrangements within IRW. The work undertaken covers an assessment of outputs, impacts and performance across the various areas of the organisation and the organisation as a whole. The regional internal auditor will support the Internal Audit department.

The post holder will carry out independent appraisals of the effectiveness of the policies, procedures and standards in all Islamic Relief Middle East Field Offices (including Turkey, Jordan, Yemen, Lebanon Syria and Egypt – the priority will be Middle East but may include further travel if needed) by which the charity’s financial, physical and information resources are managed. The International Internal Auditor will add value by acting as a facilitator in business risk management while carrying out ‘value-for-money’ reviews, thereby assisting the Islamic Relief Internal Audit Unit (IAU) and the Middle East Desk in the effective discharge of their responsibilities. S/he will ensure that all guidelines and procedures for institutional grants are followed by Islamic Relief Field Offices in the Middle East Region.

The successful candidate must have at least a partial qualification in one of the following: CIMA (Chartered Institute of Management Accountants), ACA (Association of Chartered Accountants) or ACCA (Certified Chartered Accountant), which implies a thorough knowledge of the principles, procedures and practices of accounting, and financial records and transaction. The candidate is expected to have knowledge of audit procedures, including planning, techniques, test and sampling methods involved in conducting audits. You will have an ability to maintain current knowledge of developments related to the organisation, particularly legislation changes and developments as they affect charities, and new auditing techniques and practices. The candidate must have excellent communication skills in English and Arabic with proven ability to write high quality proposals in these languages. The candidate will also have excellent IT skills.

National candidates can apply but will only receive the salary not benefits.

Closing date: 16th February 2015

Islamic Relief promotes equality and meritocracy, and seeks individuals who agree with the IR values together with our policy standards on Anti-Bribery, Child Protection and Code of Conduct. We will carry out screening checks and will take out references on your behalf if you are selected.

Applicants should be sympathetic to the values of Islamic Relief.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Islamic Relief is an equal opportunities employer.


How to apply:

If you are talented, reliable, service minded, resilient and a highly motivated professional, with a strong commitment to IRW’s values and beliefs, please apply by downloading the application pack from our website http://www.islamic-relief.org/work-with-us/ and forward the completed form to recruitment@irworldwide.org on or before the closing date.

Isle of Man (The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland): International Legal Advisor

Organization: REDRESS
Country: Isle of Man (The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland)
Closing date: 20 Feb 2015

Founded in 1992 and registered as a charity in the UK, REDRESS is a small, specialised and widely respected human rights organisation that works internationally to obtain justice for survivors of torture and end impunity for governments and the individuals who perpetrate it, and to develop and ensure compliance with international standards.

The organisation provides specialised legal assistance to individuals and communities in securing their rights, conducts advocacy with governments, parliaments, international organisations and the media and works in partnership with like-minded organisations around the world. More information on REDRESS’ work can be found on its website: www.redress.org.

REDRESS has about 12 full and part-time staff members and a number of volunteers.

THE INTERNATIONAL LEGAL ADVISOR

The job of international legal advisor is a key position in the organisation that relates to all members of the legal team. The key tasks include:

  1. Providing advice and input to the organization on international law as it relates to REDRESS’ work on the prohibition of torture and remedies and reparation for survivors;
  2. Fostering relations with and representing REDRESS with counterparts at the United Nations and with regional courts/commissions with a view to supporting the progressive development of international standards, raising new challenges of concern to the absolute prohibition against torture and providing input into thematic and country-specific reports and processes as relevant;
  3. Carrying out specific litigation, advocacy, policy and research regarding the prohibition of torture and remedies and reparation for survivors, in the context of specific themes of relevance to REDRESS, such as counter-terrorism measures, violence against women, disappearances;
  4. Working collaboratively with other legal and programme staff and directly with partner organizations around the world on ongoing litigation, advocacy, training and policy initiatives, including appropriate consideration of international law arguments in national/local briefs and submissions;
  5. Direct client representation of survivors of torture in respect of specific cases falling under the brief of the International Legal Adviser;

The International Legal Advisor is also expected to carry out such further duties as may reasonably be requested from time to time by REDRESS.

IDEAL PROFESSIONAL BACKGROUND

  • 5+ years directly relevant experience;
  • Proficiency in international law, direct experience with international litigation is desirable;
  • Qualification (ability to practice) in a jurisdiction of relevance to REDRESS;
  • Advanced degree specialised in international law;
  • Experience working with NGOs in developing countries;
  • Experience in report writing (excellent drafting skills required, prior publication experience desirable);
  • Experience in public speaking to a variety of audiences;
  • Advocacy experience;
  • Fluent in English and with a second language highly desirable, in particular French, Spanish, Russian or Arabic;
  • Experience of managing junior staff and volunteers.

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

  • Comfortable working with victims of human rights abuse with a range of special needs
  • Comfortable to work with a wide range of personalities;
  • Energetic, resourceful, good strategic thinker but also willing and ready to take a hands-on role;
  • Highly efficient and organised, with an ability to multi-task;
  • Ability to understand and support the aims, objectives and values of REDRESS and reflect them in all aspects of work;
  • Ability to think and work strategically;
  • Ability to work under pressure;
  • Ability to think creatively;
  • Ability to work as part of a team as well as on own initiative;
  • A genuine interest in victims’ rights;
  • Willingness to undertake frequent travel, including to countries and regions which have experienced severe and systematic human rights abuses.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS

The International Legal Advisor will report to the Counsel under the overall supervision of the Director. He/she is expected to manage volunteers and junior staff members as appropriate.

SALARY AND TERMS

  • This is a full time permanent position.
  • Salary commensurate with experience, with a three month probationary term.
  • Generous holiday and other benefits apply, and after successful completion of the probationary term, the incumbent will be eligible for a 10% pension contribution.

The successful candidate should be prepared to take up the position on or before 1st April 2015. Interviews will take place in end February 2015. This is a permanent position.

The position is based at the REDRESS office in London. However, the employee will be required to travel regularly to a variety of locations where REDRESS works.


How to apply:

Please send to info@redress.org: Cover letter expressing interest; Curriculum vitae; The names and contact details of 2 references (these will only be approached in final short-listing process); Two writing samples.

Deadline: 20 February 2015

Envisioned start date: 1st April 2015

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Madagascar: MADAGASCAR (&UK) | Mentor Accountant @ Int. Health Care & Charity | Start: Feb-Apr | 6-8 Months

Country: Madagascar, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
Closing date: 23 Feb 2015

Our partner combines a moral agenda of rights- based health care with the practical goal of Health System Strengthening (HSS) at three critical levels of the health system: community health workers, health centres, and district hospitals. Substantial resources are dedicated to strengthening and maintaining essential health system infrastructure, such as medical facilities, equipment, personnel, ambulances, and dispensaries. They also support a range of programs to improve resource management, social protection, and the quality of care. They are currently focusing on building a scientifically rigorous Monitoring and Evaluation program, which will play a central role in evaluating and optimizing of their approach. The first phase of the intervention focuses on a population of over 65,000 people.

They are currently looking for an accountant to join the team in Madagascar to carry out initial assessment and training process for the newly hired finance officer. You would be responsible for transitioning of the finance team so that they can function independently and consolidate records from main office and all satellite support centres at the health facilities. You would be helping the local finance team with daily/weekly cash reconciliation to monthly wire requests based on the close of the previous month. The finance team would benefit from support in using QuickBooks and managing robust systems for all financials proceedings as well as teaching the program managers to build and understand their budgets. Fluent french is required for this role.

For more information feel free to contact us on +442087417000 or email onvolunteer@afid.org.uk

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United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland: Delphi Programmer (Two posts), Debt Management Section

Organization: Commonwealth Secretariat
Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
Closing date: 15 Feb 2015

Job Title: Delphi Programmer

Division: Trade & Debt Division – Debt Management Section

Grade:H (£58,578 p.a. plus benefits)

Duration: Two Year Fixed-Term Contract

Closing date:15th February 2015 at 17:00 GMT

Make the most of your financial or business software development skills as you develop and maintain our hugely successful debt management software in use in over 60 countries.

Developing and maintaining this software and providing technical support to clients, your role will be to contribute towards elaboration of technical specifications and the design of specific software components; develop and review source code; carry out unit and integration testing; and produce relevant technical documentation.

A graduate in software development or other relevant computing degree, you must have at least five years’ financial or business software development experience including good exposure to software development life-cycle; strong Borland DELPHI programming skills and Object-oriented Design skills; and strong SQL and Stored Procedure Programming expertise, using MS SQL Server and ORACLE.

The Commonwealth Secretariat is an inter-governmental organisation, comprising 53 sovereign member states. Our aim is to provide sustainable and people-centred development through professional advice, transfer of best practice and the enhancement of skills and knowledge.


How to apply:

To be considered, you must be a citizen of a Commonwealth country.

Please apply via https://www.networxrecruitment.com/Jobs/Advert/148768

United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland: Manager, Private Sector Development Team - London

Organization: Adam Smith International
Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
Closing date: 19 Feb 2015

Vacancy type: Permanent position

Location: London with extensive travel (50%)

Service areas(s): Private Sector Development

About Us

Adam Smith International is an award-winning professional services business that delivers real impact, value and lasting change through projects supporting economic growth and government reform internationally. Our reputation as a global leader has been built on the positive results our projects have achieved in many of the world’s most challenging environments.

About the Private Sector Development team

Private Sector Development is one of our core areas of expertise. We specialise in the design and implementation of programmes that adopt a market systems approach (often referred to as “Making Markets Work for the Poor”), and work on numerous projects related to agriculture, public-private dialogue, business environment reform, business for development, and trade across the world.

About the role

The Manager will be based in London and extensive travel to the field is required (50%). Specific responsibilities include:

· Provide financial oversight of interventions including maintenance of a resource burn-rate, an accurate financial forecast and provision of other management reports;

· Ensure the project milestones are met and project deliverables completed on time and to a high standard

· Managing key stakeholders and building and developing client relationships;

· Support technical and project management teams in the planning and budgeting of interventions;

· Ensure MS Project plans are maintained effectively and that they feed into a master plan;

· Maintain a milestones dashboard and an issues and risk register. Effectively elevate concerns;

· Maintain a resource plan and inform senior management of resource requirements;

· Contact potential project consultants and negotiate terms;

· Support implementation of interventions including logistics and administration, financial management, organisational development, reporting, recruitment, and contracting;

· Support quarterly and annual reporting on interventions.

About you

· A postgraduate degree in economics, political science, international development, business management, or other relevant field from a top-tier university;

· A minimum of 3 years work experience in a blue chip consultancy, development, or a relevant field;

· Demonstrate a track record of successfully delivering complex multi-year projects and business development

· Be willing to travel;

· Demonstrated experience of using initiative, client-orientation, risk taking, and working in complex and time-pressured contexts;

· Outstanding written and spoken English;

· Enthusiasm, flexibility and a strong attention to detail;

· Excellent communication, inter-personal, and team-working skills; and

· A demonstrated interest in economic development, particularly in developing countries;

· You must be eligible to work in the UK.

What We Offer You

We offer you a dynamic and friendly team environment and the opportunity to work on a highly successful portfolio of programmes. We have a strong commitment to our people and strive to live by our principles:

· Take responsibility (Accountability)

Individually and collectively accountable for what we do.

· Always find a way (Resourcefulness)

We think innovatively to reach a solution.

· Promote Quality (Excellence)

We maintain and promote professional standards in everything we do.

· Commit to the Outcome (Achievement)

We take pride in delivering our best to achieve results

We’ve built a culture to reflect our principles, full of likeminded professionals who are smart, passionate and great at what they do. We offer a highly competitive compensation package and excellent benefits.


How to apply:

Heard Enough? Ready to Apply?

We would love to hear from you. Please submit a CV (no more than 3 pages) and short cover letter to recruitment@adamsmithinternational.com with a subject line of “Manager PSD”. You must be eligible to work in the UK to apply for this position. Shortlisted applicants only will be contacted. Thank you for your consideration.