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Mozambique: Business Development Manager - Southern Africa

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Organization: Forcier Consulting
Country: Mozambique
Closing date: 15 Aug 2018

Position: Business Development Manager - Southern Africa

Location: Maputo, Mozambique. Applicant must be willing to travel/live in other countries in Southern Africa as well.

Contract Duration: 12 months

Forcier is a multi-disciplinary research and monitoring & evaluation firm operating across Africa and the Middle East since 2011. Our core services include program evaluations, opinion polling, third party monitoring, and capacity building for UN Agencies, NGOs, governments and private sector clients operating in post-conflict and challenging environments. Forcier currently has offices in South Sudan, Somalia, Sudan, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Kenya, Uganda, Mozambique, and Egypt.

Job Description: Forcier is seeking a Southern Africa Business Development Manager to manage Business Development Officers in Southern Africa, identify, establish, and maintain relationships with partners, clients, and competitors, and pursue exciting opportunities. The BD Manager will manage 1-2 business development staff in Mozambique, and will be responsible for the quality and submission of all business development outputs and proposals for these units. Most importantly, the Manager will be responsible for ensuring their team members are constantly growing and learning on a daily basis. The Manager will also be responsible for writing high-level proposals, ensuring revenue targets are fulfilled, producing marketing and promotional materials for the regions, mapping clients and taking proactive meetings, and general administrative tasks relating to business development.

Perfect Candidate: Forcier is looking for a Manager that has a passion for writing, teaching and coaching, and winning. A sense of ownership over your work, and a competitive edge, is essential for this role. You must have a hunger to learn and expand your skills, and a desire to help Forcier expand across the region in countries we have never worked before, as well as in Mozambique. Experience working in business development at a research or international development organization, and on USAID, United Nations, or DfID initiatives, is a definite advantage.

Compensation: The Southern Africa Business Development Manager will receive:

  • Competitive Salary
  • Accommodation in Maputo
  • Round-trip flights to posting (if needed)
  • Flight credits
  • Other competitive benefits

Reports to: Director of Business Development

Daily tasks:

  • Management of junior staff in business development department
  • Edit and review proposal submissions for junior staff, and coach to improve skills of team
  • Write proposals for Forcier projects across Mozambique and Southern Africa
  • Identify opportunities through partner engagement and desk research
  • Identify potential partners, clients, and competitors in targeted countries, and establish a database for contact management
  • Establish contact and maintain relationships with partners, clients, and competitors and represent Forcier in introductory meetings to explain our unique selling points/competitive advantages
  • Assist the Global Business Development Department by liaising with country office teams to provide information on country staffing, logistics, financial information, and project updates
  • Assist in improving and maintaining new and existing business development resources (templates, CVs, promotional materials, databases, etc.)

Education requirements:

  • A Bachelor’s Degree in International Affairs, Anthropology, Political Science, English, International Development Studies, or another relevant social science topic.

Required skills:

  • Previous experience in proposal or grant writing
  • Previous experience with international development, monitoring and evaluation, research, and knowledge of quantitative and qualitative research methods
  • Experience living or working in Africa
  • Previous management or leadership experience
  • Effective ability to pro-actively prioritize and meet strict deadlines
  • Interest in sub-Saharan Africa, and particularly Southern Africa and Mozambique
  • Ability to work independently and remotely with little oversight
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Knowledge of the international development industry

Preferred (but not required) skills:

  • Fluency in Portuguese
  • Previous experience writing USAID, DfID, EU, or United Nations proposals
  • Experience with corporate marketing, branding, or graphic design

How to apply:

How to Apply:

Please apply on our website: joinforcier.com and locate the Business Development Manager - Southern Africa job posting, and click Apply.

Submit a single PDF containing your Cover Letter (in English), CV (in English), and a writing sample (in English, and no longer than 3 pages). Failure to follow these instructions will result in automatic disqualification.

Applications will be received on a rolling basis. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview.


Ethiopia: Monitoring Evaluation Accountability and Learning (MEAL) Officer ( ETHIOPIAN ONLY) Re-posted

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Organization: International Rescue Committee
Country: Ethiopia
Closing date: 26 Jul 2018

JOB PURPOSE

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is seeking dynamic, analytical, and highly motivated individuals for the position of MEAL Officer in the IRC’s field offices. The ideal candidate has worked for an NGO in the programs department (e.g. design, management, monitoring) and has concrete experience with monitoring and evaluation, and tracking systems and processes. The MEAL Officer contributes to overall program quality through the coordination, and implementation of enhanced monitoring and evaluation, accountability, and learning strategies; the emphasis is on streamlining processes and tools for efficiency, effectiveness, and sustainability throughout the project cycle across the IRC’s various sectors and grants. This position is based in one of our field offices, but will require frequent travel to the sub-offices and intervention areas/refugee camps. The MEAL Officer will report to the Field Coordinator in the field offices and to the MEAL Manager in Addis Ababa.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS

Accountability and Monitoring Systems

· Develop and/or update M&E tools, databases and monthly reporting formats in close collaboration with the MEAL focal points/sectoral managers.

· Support the staff in mobile data collection; using Kobo Collect, Com mCare and the IRC apps to collect and analyze data.

· Conduct data audits and analysis to ensure high quality data, compile a report with relevant indicator data per grant, showing targets versus actuals and an action plan and send this to the Field Coordinator, MEAL Manager, and Technical Managers and Coordinators on a monthly basis.

· Beneficiary counting: a quarterly gender and age disaggregated overview per grant per sector should be provided.

· Advise staff on data management and storage to field staff, in collaboration with IT.

· Manage the development of effective and sustainable feedback mechanisms to IRC from program beneficiaries/stakeholders.

· Contribute to the rollout of IRC global strategic initiatives related to measurement and accountability, and enable reporting against IRC global standards and requirements.

Assessment, Learning, and Documentation

· Ensure relevant, timely, and quality support to the field office on assessments and evaluations; i.e. support in developing the survey tools, data analysis and report writing.

· Attend and participate in semi-annual meetings with other MEAL Officers, , the senior M&E officer, the MEAL Managers and the Accountability and Learning Coordinator on project monitoring and learning updates, achievements, challenges.

· Provide documentation and dissemination of key findings stemming from monitoring, assessment, and other learning activities.

· Track and ensure organized, comprehensive electronic filing of documented findings/analyses.

· When appropriate/applicable, facilitate and participate in information sharing opportunities among IRC offices/partners/donors.

Capacity Building

· Facilitate capacity building for other IRC staff (especially the MEAL focal points/sector managers on skills and knowledge related to M&E and accountability and learning, including related IRC global initiatives. Relevant topics may include but are not limited to, designing monitoring tools, monitoring budgets, analyzing monitoring data, conducting assessment/ evaluation, and implementing feedback mechanisms.

· Conduct visits to sub-offices and intervention areas to provide training, technical assistance, and support, as well as to ensure that accountability and learning tools and strategies are understood and being implemented effectively.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Candidate selection will be based on the criteria described below.

Education:

· Bachelor’s degree in social sciences, systems science, and/or other relevant fields with at least three years of relevant professional work experience;

Work Experience:

· Minimum of two years’ experience, preferably in an international NGO, in similar role/with similar responsibilities.

· Demonstrated understanding of direct monitoring and evaluation experience, specifically in the humanitarian and development context.

· Demonstrated experience developing tools and systems for, and building capacity of others in skills related to, program tracking and documentation.

· Knowledge of monitoring and evaluation methodologies, including logical models, conceptual frameworks, and assessment/evaluation.

· Demonstrated experience of implementing beneficiary complaint and feedback mechanisms.

· High proficiency in Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel.

· Preferred knowledge of mobile data collection tools such as Kobo Collect or CommCare.

· Familiarity with information management systems and analysis software is a plus.

· Effective, high-quality communication, writing, and interpersonal skills are essential.

Requirements:

Personal specifications:

· Ability to work under pressure, long work hours, and high workload.

· Ability to independently organize work and prioritize tasks.

· Self-motivated, honest, highly responsible, and punctual.

· Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

· Applicants, and especially women, having experience in a refugee setting are encouraged to apply

TIME FRAME

The length of the posting is for one year initially, but could be extended, contingent upon satisfactory performance evaluation and funding. Qualified women are highly encouraged to apply!


How to apply:

· Please apply on Ethio Jobs or send CV, application letter and copies of credentials to the following address: IRC Addis Ababa, P.O. Box 107,Code 1110.

· Please include 3 references from current and former employers.

· Applications will not be returned. IRC discourages phone calls or personal visits.

· Only applicants meeting the minimum qualification will be short listed and contacted.

IRC is an equal employment opportunity employer. IRC considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status or disability.

Mozambique: Grant Acquisition Management Director, Mozambique

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Organization: World Vision
Country: Mozambique
Closing date: 29 Jul 2018

World Vision International

World Vision is a humanitarian, development and advocacy organisation devoted to improving the lives of children, families and their communities around the world. Our almost 40,000 staff members working in nearly 100 countries are united through our ethos, mission and shared desire for all individuals, especially children, to overcome poverty, inequality and injustice.

Here’s where you come in:

As Grant Acquisition Management (GAM) Director, Mozambique, you will ensure resource diversification, strengthened donor networking and improved resource acquisition capabilities for World Vision Mozambique. Working closely with GAM team members and with technical specialists in each sector, you will be responsible for the implementation and coordination of grant acquisition processes, leading in pre-positioning, proposal development and donor liaison and will track grants acquisition performance metrics. You will build the capacity of other staff in resource acquisition, and provide backstopping support to projects as needed.

Requirements include:

  • Masters degree and/or professional qualification in International Development studies, Community Development or any Social Science related degree.
  • Demonstrated track record of successful grant acquisition from government and multilateral donors including proposal writing, project implementation and a demonstrated ability to prepare and edit high quality reports for major donors.
  • At least 10 years of experience in international development, M&E or a technical sector.
  • At least 5 years of team management experience.
  • Fluency in English and excellent English written and oral communication skills. Portuguese language skills are an additional bonus. Willingness to learn Portuguese is required.
  • Work environment: Based in the National Office with regular travel to the field. Up to 20% Domestic/international travel is required.

How to apply:

Is this the job for you?

World Vision is dedicated to our team members’ development and their success. We aspire for all employees to be fulfilled through their work and their contributions to an organisation working to provide long-term sustainable solutions to the world’s most vulnerable people.

Find the full responsibilities and requirements for this position online and apply by the closing date 29 JUL 2018. For more information on World Vision International, please visit our website: www.wvi.org. Due to the number of applications received, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Ethiopia: Cash Specialist

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Organization: Danish Refugee Council
Country: Ethiopia
Closing date: 14 Sep 2018

Overall Purpose of the Role:
Working under the direct management of the Head of Programme, the Cash specialist responsible to provide technical support for the development and implementation of all cash-based assistance and for taking the lead in ensuring best practice is followed in all cash and market-based approaches across sectors, including but not limited to implementation of sector specific and multi-purpose cash assistance grants, market assessments and training of other teams in cash & market-based approaches. Furthermore, the Cash Specialist will be required to provide regular support and guidance to project cycle management and proposal development with specific contributions in the area of cash and markets. The Cash Specialist also expected to contribute towards DRC’s strategic direction for cash and market based interventions.

Responsibilities:
Assessments

  • Support in the conduction of needs or/and vulnerability assessments in order to select, design and implement appropriate cash modalities and methodologies.
  • Conduct market analysis in current as well as new areas of operations.
  • Guide on price monitoring for key commodities and based on needs for programs.
  • Conduct market assessments for key commodities (using EMMA, MAG, etc.), labor market assessments, and support on market-related components of other sector assessments, as needed.
  • Contribute to the development of any technical guidance related to cash distribution activities in close relationships with technical coordinators.

Cash Distribution Programming and Technical Support

  • Support the technical design and delivery of cash-based program interventions in different programme areas, including Emergency, ESNFI, Protection, WASH and Livelihoods, as needed.
  • Ensure cash distributions are properly documented and meet technical quality, accountability, and protection standards in compliance with DRC and donors’ regulations.
  • Coordinate closely with DRC programs to ensure harmonization of approaches and potential integration between programs.
  • Provide support for the implementation of all the MEAL activities related to cash and market interventions and in coordination with relevant managers and with the support of MEAL department.
  • Creation of reporting and indicators follow up for monthly-based tools.

Human Resources:

  • Support site-level recruitment processes for cash teams, and advice on the most appropriate staffing structures for cash/market based interventions.
  • Promote professional development by identifying training and capacity building opportunities and ensure relevant staff are well versed in cash concepts.
  • Provide all assistance required to ensure that programme teams are able to use market-based approaches in their work. This includes, but it’s not limited to, training in cash modality selection, market assessment methodologies, sourcing voucher providers, assisting in vendor selection and training, assisting in monitoring of processes.
  • Develop the Cash Team’s capacity to meet good quality standards by providing supervision and coaching/on the job training.

Logistics and Procurement:

  • Collaborate with the logistics/procurement and finance teams to map and contract relevant and program suitable financial service providers in current and new areas of operations.
  • Participate in tendering processes, procurement committee meetings and in the review of bid analyses as needed.
  • Together with the logistics and procurement team, participate in designing market surveys of goods and services relevant to cash activities.
  • Advise on the required resources to be available in order to implement cash-based interventions on a good quality and timely basis.

Others

  • Coordinate with relevant national and international actors and actively participate in relevant working groups and other meetings in the area of responsibility. Ensure full cooperation and engagement with the relevant UN clusters and Cash Working Groups.
  • Contribute to the context follow-up in DRC’s areas of interventions.
  • Ensure Age, Gender and Diversity (AGD) approach to distribution is consistently applied through community and rights based participatory methods.
  • Budget follow ups with field CTP managers.
  • Any other duties as directed by the Head of Program.

Reporting
The Cash Specialist will report to the Program Manager.

Conditions:
Contract: One-year contract. Salary and other conditions are offered in accordance with DRC’s Terms of Employment for expats. This position is graded at A14 for international staff or competitive salary and conditions as per national staff terms of employment, as relevant. This is a non-family posting.

Availability: Immediately

Duty Station: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia with frequent travel to the field locations

General
Commitments: DRC has a Humanitarian Accountability Framework, outlining its global accountability commitments. All staff are required to contribute to the achievement of this framework.

In this position, you are expected to demonstrate each of DRC’ five core competencies:
Striving for excellence: You focus on reaching results through the country team both to position DRC and ensure excellence in all deliverables.
Collaborating: You lead initiatives at country operation level by involving relevant parties and encouraging feedback.
Taking the lead: You take ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation.
Communicating: You listen to beneficiaries, staff and other stakeholders; and you communicate concisely and persuasively
Demonstrating integrity: You act in line with DRC’s vision and values and set a very clear standard for your country team members.

Qualifications
Experience and Technical Competencies:

  • At least bachelor’s degree in relevant field or extensive experience can substitute qualification.
  • Minimum 4 to 5 years of cash/markets programme experience with INGOs or NGOs.
  • Excellent communication skills – verbal and in writing.
  • Excellent inter-personal skills and proven ability to negotiate with a wide range of people (internally and externally).
  • Ability to adapt to the complex and stressful working conditions of the area of operations.
  • Cultural and gender sensitivity, adaptability, willingness to travel.
  • High-level knowledge and practice with Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
  • Ability/willingness to work with extremely tight deadlines and multiple tasks.

Languages:

  • Excellent verbal and written English.
  • Knowledge of Amharic an added advantage.

How to apply:

Application and CV
Interested candidates who meet the required qualifications and experience are invited to submit updated CV and cover letter explaining their motivation and why they are suited for the post.
We only accept applications sent via our online-application form on www.drc.dk under Vacancies.

Please forward the application and CV, in English through the online application on www.drc.dk under vacancies no later than 14 September, 2018.

If you have questions or are facing problems with the online application process, please contact job@drc.dk
For general information about the Danish Refugee Council, please consult www.drc.dk.

Ethiopia: Invitation for Consultancy Service on transition to International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS) (ETHIOPIANS ONLY)

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Organization: International Rescue Committee
Country: Ethiopia
Closing date: 26 Jul 2018

International Rescue Committee (IRC) - Ethiopia Program has been working in Ethiopia since 1999 and is implementing integrated community-managed programs aimed at improving the quality of lives and recovery of livelihoods of disaster-affected populations through promoting individual participation, strengthening institutions and emergency response.

IRC has been following US GAAP in recognition, measurement, reporting, and disclosure of financial statements. All its policies, accounting software, practices are designed with GAAP principles.

The Government of Ethiopia, however, fully adopted IPSAS as issued by International Public Accounting Standard Board (IPSASB) and requires public interest entities operating in Ethiopia to nationally transit to IPSAS. One of the public interest entities that are subjected to the adoption are Charities and Societies. As one of the civil society entities operating in Ethiopia, IRC Ethiopia was communicated same by Accounting and Auditing Board of Ethiopia (AABE) to register and also to implement IPSAS starting 5th Dec 2014.

IRC Ethiopia had developed a road map and so far made some preparations/changes in bridging the gap with IPSAS requirements. So now IRC Ethiopia would like to hire a consultancy firm that can assess identify remaining gaps and provide technical assistant in the overall implementation ofIPSAS.


How to apply:

IRC Ethiopia Program Office

TK Building 6thFloor, near Bole Airport

Bole Road, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Telephone (0116) 638301/6735/6/7

  1. The duly completed documents should be submitted according to the instruction in the bid documents.

  2. Bids shall be opened in the presence of interested bidders or their representative on July 31, 2018 at 08:30 Pm at the IRC Ethiopia program office.

  3. For further information any bidder can contact us Tel. +251 11 663 83 01/02.

  4. Late bids will be rejected.

  5. IRC shall not be bound to accept the lowest priced bid or any bid submitted, and any form of canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification. 0116) 638301/6735/6/7

Ethiopia: Sustainable HIV Financing Consultant

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Organization: Palladium International
Country: Ethiopia
Closing date: 27 Jul 2018

LOCATION: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

OVERVIEW: The USAID- and PEPFAR-funded and Palladium-led Health Policy Plus (HP+) project is supporting the Ministry of Health (MOH) and other Government of Ethiopia (GOE) partners to understand how the country can sustainably finance its HIV response. HP+ will provide technical support to MOH to estimate how HIV services, including prevention, testing, care and treatment, can be financed by a range of domestic financing sources. The outcome of this activity will be to, in coordination with MOH and other GOE partners, develop a roadmap for the sustainable financing of HIV, identifying the specific services and population segments that will be financed by each source and potential funding gaps, as well as key policy recommendations and next steps to achieve sufficient HIV financing for all.

HP+ is seeking a qualified local consultant to support data collection and analysis, as well as to facilitate engagement with key in-country partners, including MOH, the Ministry of Finance and Economic Development, and the National Planning Commission. Specifically, the consultant will collect data on HIV costs, coverage, and targets and current and proposed health financing schemes and reforms. The consultant will also help to organize and facilitate workshops to introduce stakeholders to key health and sustainable HIV financing concepts, disseminate analytical findings and results, and achieve consensus among stakeholders about the appropriate mix of financing sources for HIV and key policy recommendations and actions. In addition to work with local counterparts, the consultant will work closely with HP+ staff in-country and remotely.

The consultant's period of performance will be August 1, 2018 to September 30, 2018, with the possibility for extension. SCOPE OF WORK:

  • Conduct and document key informant interviews to understand the current HIV financing landscape in the public and private sector, including current financing mechanisms, financing sources, service packages, and population coverage, and anticipated or proposed reforms in the context of universal health coverage
  • Collect HIV cost and financing data as well as data on existing and proposed health financing mechanisms and strategies from government institutions, NGOs, and key stakeholders, ensuring the accuracy and completeness of data requested and collected, and synthesizing data into an Excel database
  • Analyze data to calculate projections of total HIV program cost, available financing, and the resultant financing gap
  • Facilitate workshops and stakeholder meetings with government partners, USAID implementers, other cooperation agencies and public institutions, to develop consensus around strategies for sustainable HIV financing and policy proposals.
  • Help develop capabilities of Ministry of Health staff to collect and interpret HIV financing and costing data
  • Document activities, deliverables, and results on a weekly basis, along with the relevant evidence, submitting activity and result reports to his/her supervisor
  • Communicate with HP+ on issues/delays affecting data collection and analysis
  • Responsible for ensuring and fostering teamwork and shared leadership, with the aim of achieving better results in the activities undertaken by the project
  • Assist with production and presentation of interim and final products, including Excel spreadsheets and PowerPoint presentations
  • Attend meetings related to the project, as required by his/her supervisor and/or the Program Director
  • Observe all administrative and financial policies and procedures established by Palladium, HEP+, and USAID
  • The consultant may also be asked to examine tuberculosis and malaria related financing data in addition to HIV.

    EXPECTED DELIVERABLES

  • An Excel database estimating total current and projected HIV program costs, population coverage, available financing by financing source/mechanism and the resulting financing gap by source

  • A PowerPoint summarizing key findings of this analysis and policy recommendations

  • Contribution to and review of draft sustainable financing roadmap

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • A minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in economics, public policy, public health, or a related field. Master's Degree or higher preferred
  • A minimum of 10 years' experience (8 with a Master's Degree) in conducting research and analyses on health policy, health financing, health governance, or related topics at the national and international levels
  • Fluency in English; professional proficiency Amharic is preferred.
  • Strong facilitation skills
  • High degree of proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Powerpoint, etc)
  • Flexibility, adaptability, and resourcefulness
  • Familiarity with the Ethiopia health system and how it is financed
  • Knowledge of HIV and the epidemic in Ethiopia
  • Ability to meet tight deadlines and attention to detail.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

    PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Experience working with high-level government actors to develop consensus around budgetary priorities or policy proposals

  • Significant experience in the field of HIV/AIDS particularly in analysing HIV costing and financing data

  • Prior work with USAID, the Global Fund, or other international development partners highly desirable

  • Demonstrable experience in working with a high level of independence to produce high-quality, timely deliverables


How to apply:

Please follow this link to apply: http://www.aplitrak.com/?adid=ZS53YXJkLjM0NjU3LjM4MzBAcGFsbGFkaXVtLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ

Mozambique: Accounts Receivable Clerk MOZ

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Organization: Forcier Consulting
Country: Mozambique
Closing date: 31 Aug 2018

Title: Accounts Receivable Clerk (GFA – Maputo)
Line Manager: Chief Executive Officer (GFA – USA/Maputo)
Department: Global Finance & Administration (USA)
Duty Station: Maputo Regional Office, Mozambique

*This position is open to Mozambican nationals only*

General Description
This position is part of Forcier's regional support team based in Maputo, Mozambique. This team provides support to Forcier's operations throughout Africa and the Middle East.

The Accounts Receivable Clerk is responsible for compiling and managing information on Forcier's global receivables. This includes collecting information from business units and offices and compiling them into regular, actionable reports to be used for receivable and cash flow analysis.

The Accounts Receivable Clerk handles high volumes of financial data and information and is responsible for compiling, organizing and maintaining that information for use by the Accounting Manager, Heads of Business Units, and the Chief Executive Officer.

Responsibilities

  • Generate and share invoices
  • Follow up on and allocate payments
  • Carry out billing, collection and reporting activities according to specific deadlines
  • Monitor customer account details for non-payments, delayed payments and other irregularities
  • Generate age analysis
  • Review AR aging to ensure compliance
  • Maintain accounts receivable customer files and records
  • Investigate and resolve customer queries
  • Develop a recovery system and initiate collection efforts
  • Communicate with internal business unit heads and customers via phone, email, or personally as required

Skills and Qualifications

  • Licenciatura in Accounting or Business required.
  • 2+ years experience with Accounts Receivable.
  • Highly detail oriented with excellent time management
  • Ability to deliver high-quality products with minimal supervision on a day-to-day basis

  • Excellent customer service and communication skills and the ability to work in a multicultural environment

  • Strong Microsoft Office and G Suite skills with the ability to learn new tech-based platforms and solutions

  • Knowledge of Xero software will be considered an asset.

  • Ability to review financial records and correspond via email in English, fluency is an asset.
    This position is open to Mozambican nationals only.


How to apply:

Please apply on our website: http://joinforcier.com. Locate the job posting, and click Apply.

Mozambique: Audit Clerk (GFA- Maputo)

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Organization: Forcier Consulting
Country: Mozambique
Closing date: 31 Aug 2018

Title: Audit Clerk (GFA – Maputo)
Line Manager: Accounting Manager (GFA – USA)
Department: Global Finance & Administration (USA)
Duty Station: Maputo Regional Office, Mozambique

This position is open to Mozambican nationals only.

General Description
This position is part of Forcier's regional support team based in Maputo, Mozambique. This team provides support to Forcier's operations throughout Africa and the Middle East.

The Audit Clerk is responsible for the ensuring the overall accuracy of and timely input of information into the Xero accounting system by Forcier's business units and offices throughout Africa. The Audit Clerk is responsible for reconciling and verifying accuracy of all transactions (debits and credits) as well as their corresponding supporting documentation to an acceptable standard as per internal operating procedures. The Audit Clerk handles high volumes of financial data and information and is responsible for compiling, organizing and maintaining that information for use by the Accounting Manager, Heads of Business Units, and the Chief Executive Officer.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee entry, corrections, and balance of Xero for business units
  • Produce weekly reports of entry errors and corrections needed
  • Review bank statement reviews to compare to Xero for accuracy
  • Reconciling documentation for all transactions in Xero
  • Ensuring weekly, monthly and annual bank statements are uploaded to the Drive
  • Maintain chart of accounts guides
  • Verifying per diem payments and documentation and coded expense reports/reimbursements
  • Maintaining detailed information for country staff regarding necessary documentation/logs/receipts/invoices needed for reconciliation

Skills and Qualifications

  • Ensino Medio Degree in Accounting or similar field required, Licenciatura preferred.
  • Highly detail oriented with excellent time management
  • Ability to deliver high-quality products with minimal supervision on a day-to-day basis

  • Excellent customer service and communication skills and the ability to work in a multicultural environment

  • Strong Microsoft Office and G Suite skills with the ability to learn new tech-based platforms and solutions

  • Knowledge of Xero software will be considered an asset.

  • Ability to review financial records and correspond via email in English, fluency is an asset.

  • Working knowledge of French or Arabic will also be considered a significant asset.
    This position is open to Mozambican nationals only.


How to apply:

Please apply on our website: http://joinforcier.com. Locate this job posting, and click Apply.

Submit a single PDF containing your cover letter, CV and three professional references and any additionally requested documents.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interview.


Mozambique: Executive Assistant

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Organization: Forcier Consulting
Country: Mozambique
Closing date: 31 Aug 2018

Title: Executive Assistant
Line Manager: Chief Executive Offier
Post: Maputo, Mozambique

The responsibilities of the Executive Assistant are to:
• Run errands including deliveries, collections and purchases as needed throughout Maputo
• Arrange travel and logistics for trips within Mozambique and internationally
• Managing printing, photocopying and other administrative tasks
• Assist in scheduling meetings and appointments
• Placing phone calls and drafting correspondence
• Other tasks as agreed

Required skills & qualifications
• Minimum two years of experience in a similar position;
• Experience collaborating with diverse, multi-cultural teams;
• Eagerness to learn and be pushed into new areas, and ability to learn from mistakes;
• Energetic, dynamic and strong work ethic;
• Fluency in written and spoken Portuguese;
• Basic English skills required.

This position is open to Mozambican nationals only. Applications for this position are reviewed on a rolling basis.


How to apply:

Please apply on our website: http://joinforcier.com. Locate this job posting, and click Apply.
Submit a single PDF containing your cover letter, CV and three professional references and any additionally requested documents.
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interview.

Mozambique: Consultant, Translator: English to Portuguese

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Organization: Palladium International
Country: Mozambique
Closing date: 31 Jul 2018

Palladium/MEASURE Evaluation is seeking to contract 1-2 highly experienced English to Portuguese translators to provide ad hoc translation support of highly technical documents in health. Translators will work in coordination with MEASURE Evaluation's research team in Mozambique and the United States.

Note that this solicitation does not guarantee work.

Responsibilities: Translation of technical documents such as research protocols, reports and PowerPoint presentations, from English into continental Portuguese.

Qualifications:

  • University degree
  • University-level certification in translation
  • A minimum of 5 years of documented translation experience from English to Portuguese
  • Previous experience translating public health publications/data collection instruments
  • Proven track record of completing translations accurately
  • Proven track record in submitting deliverables on time

    Interested candidates should submit their CV, a cover letter summarizing their translation abilities highlighting experience translating health documents, and the names, titles and contact information (phone/email) of 3 references by COB July 24th. For bidding purposes, please submit a daily rate AND a per word estimate.


How to apply:

Please follow this link to apply: http://www.aplitrak.com/?adid=TWFya2lhLkVsbGlvdHQuMDUzMjcuMzgzMEBwYWxsYWRpdW0uYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t

Ethiopia: Maternal And Child Nutrition Advisor (Canadians Only)

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Organization: Cuso International
Country: Ethiopia
Closing date: 10 Sep 2018

City Chiro, West Hararghe, Ethiopia

Start Date Sep - Nov 2017 (flexible)

Length of Placement 9 Months

Language Requirements English

The Volunteer’s Role

The Growing Nutrition for Mothers and Children (GROW) project in Ethiopia is an initiative to address undernutrition in women of reproductive age and children under five years of age. GROW project is a partnership among CARE Canada, Cuso International and McGill University. In Ethiopia, the project will be implemented in East and West Hararghe Administrative Zones of Oromia Regional State and in Gewane and Argoba Special Woredas of Afar Regional States. The implementation of the project is led by CARE Ethiopia in close partnership with the Government of Ethiopia Ministry of Health, Regional Health Bureaus of Oromia and Afar Regional States. Cuso International Head Quarter and the Ethiopia Country Program Office will involve in deploying volunteers to strengthen the institutional and community nutrition capacity of the different sectors engaged in the implementation of GROW project in the respective targeted zonal and district administrative areas.

As a volunteer, you will:

-Based on the professional need assessment, design and implement health staff nutrition service capacity building activities

-Assist in campaigning and counselling activities on appropriate Breast Feeding and Complementary Feeding, and development of local weaning foods

-Capacitate the Nutrition Coordination Committee (NCC) to promote consumption of nutrient-dense foods (vegetables, fruits, ASFs, fortified foods, supplements

-Promote gender equality, and optimal maternal and child care practices

-Promote gender equality, and optimal maternal and child care practices

Essential Academic Qualifications:

  • MSc. degree in public Health Nutrition, Applied Human Nutrition, Community Nutrition, Maternal and Child Nutrition

Essential Professional Background:

  • Three years’ work experience in designing maternal and child nutrition interventions,

  • Demonstrated work experience in nutrition assessment and health staff capacity development

  • Hand on experience in design of nutrition counselling and campaigns

Support Package

  • Modest monthly living allowance (varies depending country)

  • Accommodation while in placement

  • Return airfare and visa/work permit costs

  • Cost of required vaccinations, antimalarial medication and health insurance

  • Pre-departure training and in-country orientation

  • Travel and accommodation for reintegration debriefing weekend

  • Access to Employee Assistance Program while in placement and upon return

  • Cuso International assessment day (Candidates must cover the first $200 of the most cost-effective travel expenses and all accommodation costs).

  • Travel and accommodation for the five-day pre-departure training course and for in-country orientation

  • Bonus: Additional return flight home or cash in lieu after 12 months of service for volunteers who extend for another 6 months


How to apply:

https://curawebservices.mindscope.com/CUSOIN04387_CURA/Aspx/JobDetails.aspx?lang=en&Job_ID=778

Ethiopia: Senior Specialist, New Business Development

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Organization: Save the Children - US
Country: Ethiopia
Closing date: 17 Aug 2018

New Business Development provides leadership in Save the Children’s efforts to achieve results at scale and expand its work for children in health, education, livelihoods and protection. This country-focused position helps execute the agency's global vision and strategy by building effective BD tools, processes and capacities, supporting country teams to position the agency for competitive funding opportunities, and responding to those opportunities with a quality process and product.

This position will work closely with a collaborative, experienced, and growing US-based New Business Development team while embedded within a dynamic country office. Reporting to a senior Manager in-country, with a matrixed functional line to a New Business Development Director in Washington DC, this position represents a new organizational investment strategy and has a unique opportunity to help shape the future direction of NBD within the global Save the Children movement.

What You’ll Be Doing (Essential Duties)

  • Strengthen SCI staff capacity and process to position, capture, and develop competitive proposals for institutional donors. Develop and implement Business Development Learning Program tailored to the training needs and interests of country offices, in partnership with SCUS NBD team and SCI Strategic Portfolio Planning team (40%)
  • Work with senior Country Office (CO) staff to build and strengthen relationships with appropriate contacts in donor, government, and partner organizations. (10%)
  • Develop/strengthen and maintain systems to track positioning and donor engagement strategies, monitor opportunity pipelines, and manage information necessary for effective capture planning and proposal development, in collaboration with CO staff (10%)
  • Assist CO staff to develop and maintain documentation on the successes, results, and lessons from CO past performance, suitable for proposal and capacity statements (10%)
  • Mobilize and oversee CO technical, operations, and cost contributors to USG proposals, in partnership with SCUS proposal leads. Provide quality control through the management of capture and bid efforts for USG cooperative agreements and contracts, including team management; writing, reviewing and editing proposal sections; supporting partner relations, and final proposal production and submission (30%)
  • Provide limited support to non-USG competitive funding opportunities in-country, or limited support to USG bids in other countries

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degreein relevant field
  • A minimum 5-7 years' experience in new business development
  • Significant knowledge of and direct experience developing proposals for USAID Cooperative Agreements
  • Proven experience creating and delivering face-to-face trainings and blended learning resources in cross-cultural contexts
  • Ability to work independently and under tight deadlines, manage multiple tasks simultaneously, and effectively lead and work in multi-cultural, cross-functional capture and proposal teams
  • Demonstrated ability to perform effectively in a matrix management structure
  • Excellent writing and presentation skills using Microsoft Office Suite platforms
  • English language fluency — written and oral – required
  • Ability to travel domestically and internationally as required

Preferred Qualifications

  • Master's degree in relevant field
  • Experience with USAID contract mechanisms
  • Strong skills in Sharepoint, graphics software and virtual collaboration platforms

What’s In It for You

  • Meaningful work, with a knowledge that you are changing the lives of children all around the world
  • A family friendly work environment
  • Highly collaborative and innovative teams
  • Generous paid vacation days, holidays, family leave days, and sick time
  • Healthcare plans including medical, dental, and life insurance
  • Retirement savings account with matching company contributions
  • Structured and formalized management development and coaching programs for mid and senior level managers

  • Extensive e-learning opportunities on a variety of topics offered through our affiliation with several prestigious universities as well as language learning opportunities.

Save the Children invests in childhood – every day, in times of crisis and for our future. In the United States and around the world, we are dedicated to ensuring every child has the best chance for success. Our pioneering programs give children a healthy start, the opportunity to learn and protection from harm. Our advocacy efforts provide a voice for children who cannot speak for themselves. As the leading expert on children, we inspire and achieve lasting impact for millions of the world's most vulnerable girls and boys. By transforming children's lives now, we change the course of their future and ours.

Save the Children is committed to conducting its programs and operations in a manner that is safe for the children it serves and helping protect the children with whom Save the Children is in contact. All Save the Children representatives are explicitly prohibited from engaging in any activity that may result in any kind of child abuse. In addition, it is Save the Children’s policy to create and proactively maintain an environment that aims to prevent and deter any actions and omissions, whether deliberate or inadvertent, that place children at the risk of any kind of child abuse. All our representatives are expected to conduct themselves in a manner consistent with this commitment and obligation. Any violations of this policy will be treated as a serious issue.

We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, ancestry, sexual orientation, national origin, age, handicap, disability, marital status, or status as a veteran. Save the Children complies with all applicable laws.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities


How to apply:

https://recruiting.ultipro.com/SAV1002STCF/JobBoard/7d92e82b-af74-464d-859b-c5b8cba6e92e/OpportunityDetail?opportunityId=2f15a49d-286c-464d-adfc-9bbc905b8773

Mozambique: Office Administrator – WASH-FIN, Mozambique

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Organization: Tetra Tech
Country: Mozambique
Closing date: 31 Aug 2018

Tetra Tech International Development Services (http://www.tetratech.com/intdev) is currently accepting expressions of interest from qualified Office Administrator candidates for the USAID/WASH-FIN project.

Tetra Tech is implementing the USAID funded Water Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH-FIN) project in Mozambique aiming to close WASH Sector financing gaps. The project has a vacancy for an Office Administrator for Mozambique to be based in Maputo on a fixed term contract.

The Mozambique Office Administrator is responsible for all financial and administrative operations in WASH-FIN’s Maputo, Mozambique office. S/he will maintain a record of all expenditures as well as receipts of funds, prepare all the documentation related to purchase or disbursement of funds. S/he will also oversee all administrative functions including general office administration, human resources functions, and supervision of the procurement system for equipment and supplies. The Office Administrator will report to and support the Mozambique Team Leader in implementing the project.

Responsibilities:

* Participate actively in the development of the strategic plan of WASH-FIN Mozambique.

* Work with other members of the Mozambique-based team to develop the annual budget of the WASH-FIN Mozambique project, submit to WASH-FIN in the required time frame, and follow up on its implementation and completion.

* Set up a reliable system of budgeting on results and performance (cost and effectiveness of interventions).

* Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual project reports.

* Ensure the follow-up of the execution of budgets and work plans.

* Carry out other specific duties and tasks as may be assigned within identified competencies.

Essential Skills:

* Monitor cash availability daily to cover office expenditures.

* Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports for the project as required by the Team Leader.

* Perform bank reconciliations and regular financial reports.

* Prepare salary payments including all the statutory deductions.

* Ensure that all expenses, payments, receipts, bank reconciliations and any financial information, as may be required by the project coordinator, are captured in QuickBooks.

* Participate in the procurement process according to USAID and Tetra Tech rules and regulations.

* Maintain the filing system according to Tetra Tech requirements.

* Assist project staff, consultants and visitors with local logistic information including visas, etc.

* Undertake human resources functions, including establishing and maintaining effective management of personnel records and files.

* Supervise the procurement system for equipment and supplies, ensuring robust quality control and due diligence in full compliance with Tetra Tech and USAID policies, procedures, rules and regulations.

* Liaise with relevant partners in project matters pertaining to WASH-FIN activities.

* Perform any other duties, as may be assigned from time to time by the Country Team Leader.

Qualifications:

* University degree in accounting, finance or any other similar degree.

* Minimum of five years’ work experience, preferably in the management of projects funded by USAID.

* Excellent knowledge of information and computer technology, with expertise in accounting software QuickBooks.

* Understanding of the WASH sector in Mozambique would be an added advantage.

* Excellent command of the English is required.

* Ability to travel as needed.


How to apply:

To be considered applicants must submit the following as part of the on-line process:

* Cover Letter

* CV in reverse chronological format

* List of at least three professional references. (Please provide email and phone numbers)

Please indicate where you saw Tetra Tech’s IDS ad posted.

Apply on-line at: http://ow.ly/rqz630l0Dpf

Applications that do not meet the minimum requirements listed above will not be considered. Please ensure that all necessary documents are uploaded, as incomplete applications and/or corrupt files may delay processing of your application or remove you from consideration. No phone calls will be accepted. Deadline for applications is August 31, 2018.

Tetra Tech is a leading provider of consulting, engineering, and technical services worldwide. Our reputation rests on the technical expertise and dedication of our employees—17,000 people working together across disciplines and time zones to provide smart, sustainable solutions for challenging projects. We are proud to be home to leading technical experts in water, environment, infrastructure, resource management, energy, and international development. Tetra Tech combines the resources of a global, multibillion dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in 400 locations around the world. We offer competitive compensation and benefits and are searching for innovative people to join our teams. We are an equal opportunity employer: EOE AA/M/F/Vets/Disability.

Ethiopia: VMMC Technical Advisor

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Organization: Jhpiego
Country: Ethiopia
Closing date: 31 Jul 2018

The Technical Advisor will provide technical leadership and project oversight in the area of voluntary medical male circumcision (VMMC) for a United States government (USG) PEPFAR funded project. The Technical Advisor will provide technical assistance to Ethiopia National Defense Force VMMC Sites and the Health Main Department and Health Promotion and Disease Prevention Department leadership. The program aims to reduce the number of new HIV infections and other sexually transmitted infections among members of the Ethiopian National Defense Force (ENDF), their families, and the civilian communities served by the ENDF to increase the scale VMMC targeting 15 – 29 year olds. The project will operate over a four-year period.

The position will operate under the leadership of the Program Director and Jhpiego’s senior management team, and will oversee and ensure the technical and methodological soundness of all project activities. In collaboration with project team and partners, the position will support the design and implementation of service delivery strategies based on scientific evidence

This position is contingent upon award from USG/PEPFAR. Ethiopian nationals are strongly encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

•Provide technical oversight, strategic direction and definition of appropriate project activities.

•Establish and implement a system to ensure technical quality of project activities.

•Develop and/or update evidence-based training materials, standards, job aids, and supervisory systems needed for implementation of the Project to meet the needs of USG, the Ethiopia National Defense Force and the FMOH of Ethiopia

•Provide mentoring and capacity building at the individual and organizational level in specific areas of expertise including but not limited to:

◦Ensure sufficient health care providers are trained in order to rapidly scale up quality VMMC services, including HTS and linkage to care.

◦Develop and Implement a quality assurance system that ensures the VMMC services provided under this project meet internationally recognized standards of quality.

◦Continuously monitor and manage the quality assurance of project

•Provide technical assistance for conducting site assessments and strengthening referral systems, in-service and/or pre-service education, mentoring and supportive supervision.

•Coordinate advocacy, demand generation, and policy support, across project sites as required.

•Lead the formulation of innovative approaches for scale up of targeted VMMC services for both new recruits and active uncircumcised soldiers and their dependents.

•Actively participate in national and/or ENDF VMMC technical working group, relevant advisory group and professional forums representing Jhpiego.

•Work with the project team members, Health Main Department and Health Promotion and Disease Prevention Department of the ENDF and military VMMC providers, to identify clinical service delivery issues that impede access to care and uptake of comprehensive VMMC services.

•Identify and implement appropriate facility- and department level strategies to address VMMC service delivery gaps.

•Identify VMMC training needs of the new recruit training center and the respective command and division facilities and assist in the design and implementation of measures to address those needs.

•Work closely with the Program Director on setting project priorities and directions, and responding to requests from USG, Health Promotion and Disease Prevention Department and VMMC service providing sites.

•Work with M&E staff to design, implement a plan to track data/results related to inform adjustments in project implementation.

•Collaborate with all local stakeholders and implementing partners, especially the ENDF, USG and other international implementing partners, to ensure that all activities conform to the requirements and regulations.

•Document successes, lessons learned and challenges in implementation as well as reports of project activities and results to the project and donor, including routine quarterly and annual reports and other reporting requirements as requested.

•Document and maintain an inventory of successful tools and approaches for VMMC.

•Author/co-author abstracts, presentations, and articles for journals and conferences.

•Maintain excellent relationships with donor and in-country VMMC stakeholders and develop rapid responses.

•Provide technical leadership to the development of the VMMC activities work plan and project monitoring, in close collaboration with ENDF, USG, and other stakeholders to ensure timely implementation and compliance to the requirements and regulations of the award.

•Travel frequently to monitor VMMC activities to project sites and or regions.

Required Qualifications

•A Medical Degree (doctor, health officer or nursing), and Master of Public Health preferred.

•Experience of at least five years’ in a clinical setting (especially in the operation theatre) and has some HIV prevention and control experience.

•Demonstrated experience in providing clinical training, and VMMC training preferred.

•Demonstrated experience providing capacity building assistance at individual and organizational levels.

•Skilled in at least two or more of the following technical areas: strengthening service delivery projects; training; pre-service education; performance and quality improvement; monitoring and evaluation.

•Demonstrated experience with a mix of practical technical skills in VMMC necessary for strengthening HIV service delivery at the regional, national, clinical and community-level.

•Demonstrated in-depth understanding of Ethiopia’s healthcare system, particularly the public health system, experience living and working in Ethiopia preferred.

•Familiarity with USG administrative, management and reporting procedures and systems.

•Excellent diplomacy skills and a proven ability to establish and maintain interpersonal and professional relationships with ENDF, USG, DOD, FMOH and representatives from other key stakeholders.

•Good problem solving skills

•Ability to meet deadlines; work independently and cooperatively with team members.

•Able to take initiative and work with minimal direct supervision.

•Expertise in research to practice—identifying and adapting best practices to specific project contexts

•Excellent verbal, written interpersonal and presentation skills in English and Amharic

•Proficiency in Microsoft Office and use of internet.

•Ability to travel nationally to project sites frequently


How to apply:

Please apply at www.jobs-jhpiego.icims.com
Jhpiego offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive employee benefits package.

For further information about Jhpiego, visit our website atwww.jhpiego.org

Jhpiego is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer

Ethiopia: Advocacy & Policy Specialist, Fixed Term, P-4, ESARO African Union and UN Economic Commision for Africa Liaison Office outposted to Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

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Organization: UN Children's Fund
Country: Ethiopia
Closing date: 03 Aug 2018

UNICEF works in some of the world’s toughest places, to reach the world’s most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential.

Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone.

And we never give up.

For every child, rights.

How can you make a difference?

Under the general guidance of Head of UNICEF Liaison Office to the AU and UNECA, the incumbent of this position is responsible for maintaining a high-level dialogue on issues that affect women and children. Assist in the development and promotion of UNICEF's children’s and women’s agenda through influencing related policy development in UNICEF’s work with the African Union, UNECA and CSOs working on Africa in a variety of inter-governmental, inter-agency and other fora, specifically those which address children’s right, education, health, food and nutrition security, peace and security issues especially in relation to children affected by armed conflict and protection of civilians mandates, humanitarian policy issues, and gender equality.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

  • Support and influence the development of polices relevant to children’s right, education, health, nutrition and food security and peace and security, with African Union Commission, UNECA and CSOs working on Africa, including relevant working groups like RECs and Regional Inter Governmental Organizations.
  • In close collaboration with ROs in Africa (ESARO, WCARO, and MENARO), UNICEF HQs Divisions and Sections as well as other agencies, follow discussions and decisions pertaining to the above areas and assist in preparing briefings, as necessary, through direct advocacy with key stakeholder’s help ensure that UNICEF positions and concerns are represented in AUC discussions and in relevant reports and decisions of the AUC.
  • Assist in liaising and coordinating actions including representation in AU and UNECA Statutory and non-Statutory meetings including technical and financial support, with three ROs in Africa as well as other relevant advocacy oriented groups and consortia working on issues concerning children
  • Cooperate closely with African Union Commission on initiatives related to young child survival and development and other areas in consultation with ROs in Africa, relevant HQ divisions, and country offices in Africa, as well as cooperate with UN Agencies and CSOs working on children.
  • Keeps UNICEF ROs, HQs and relevant Country Offices informed on any crucial matters and/or decisions that flow from high-level consultations in the continent.
  • Contribute to the successful implementation of the overall workplan of the UNICEF Liaison Office to the AU and UNECA.
  • Draft briefing notes and contributions for relevant high level meetings in which UNICEF is represented as required.
  • To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have…

  • An Advanced University Degree, preferably in law or social sciences (e.g. international relations, political science, public affairs, and/or international development.
  • *A first University Degree in a relevant field combined with 2 additional years above the minimum professional experience may be accepted in lieu of an Advanced University Degree.
  • A minimum of eight (8) years relevant professional work experience, including, including advocacy on human rights/child rights issues. Experience of inter-government processes highly desirable.Knowledge and understanding of UNICEF humanitarian programme (desirable). Knowledge of the work of African Union an advantage.
  • Developing country work experience and/or familiarity with emergency is considered an asset.
  • Fluency in English and Frenchis required. Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese,Russian or Spanish) or a local language is an asset.
  • For every Child, you demonstrate…

    UNICEF’s core values of Commitment, Diversity and Integrity and core competencies in Communication, Working with People and Drive for Results.

    The technical competencies required for this post are Formulating Strategies and Concepts, Analyzing, Relating and Networking, Persuading and Influencing and Planning and Organizing.

    View our competency framework at http://www.unicef.org/about/employ/files/UNICEF_Competencies.pdf

    UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of the organization.

    Remarks:

    Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with UNICEF and an underlying premise of the international civil service.

    Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.


    How to apply:

    UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages qualified female and male candidates from all national, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of our organization. To apply, click on the following link http://www.unicef.org/about/employ/?job=514730


    Ethiopia: Finance Officer-Lowland WASH

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    Organization: International Rescue Committee
    Country: Ethiopia
    Closing date: 31 Jul 2018

    SCOPE: Under direct supervision from Finance Manager-Lowland WASH, the Finance Officer is responsible to assist in all financial management activities of the Lowland WASH project. In addition she/he is responsible for all other financial activities of the department to ensure financial transactions as per IRC policy and procedures.

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Financial Management of Lowland WASH project:

    • Ensure all project related support financial document scan copies are compiled on monthly basis for invoicing purposes.

    • Ensure all time and effort sheets of all salary charges on the project are gathered, reviewed and scanned on monthly basis.

    • Assist in cross referencing monthly report expenditure against backup documents.

    • Assist the finance manager on monthly invoice preparations.

    • Assist the finance manager on budget versus actual and other budget utilization reports.

    Other Responsibilities:

    • Treasury Management

    o Review internal controls and disbursement processes to ensure proper management of cash and bank accounts.

    o Review safeguards for cash and cheques kept in the office; ensure controlled access, security and safety.

    o Monitor cash and bank balance to ensure sufficiency based on needs.

    o Ensure that cash received including incoming funds transfers are receipted and accurately recorded.

    o Perform bi-weekly and monthly cash counts and reconciliations; address any differences.

    o Prepare monthly reconciliation and ensure outstanding item addressed on time.

    o Review cash projection submitted by field office and ensure timely cash transfer to the field

    • Month-end Activities

    o Review cash and bank journals for completeness and accuracy.

    o Review journals from the Field office for completeness and accuracy.

    o Post journals in SUN System when assigned.

    o Perform balance sheet account reconciliation’s and bring to the attention of the Finance Manager for any matters that require his/her intervention.

    o Perform SUN Backup for the master files.

    • Document Management

    o Review internal system of record retention to ensure compliance with IRC policy and the local laws.

    o Ensure maintenance of uniform standards for documentation; including forms, support documents etc.

    o Ensure sufficient procedures for retention of documents; proper and systematic filing for ease of access;

    o Control access to financial records to authorized staff only.

    • Accounts Payable

    o Perform financial review of Bid Analysis and other Procurement Documents; to ensure conformity with IRC policies and procedures as well as donor regulations.

    o Perform financial review of Payments Requests; ensure adequacy of supporting documentation and compliance with IRC policies and procedures.

    o Perform financial review of Travel Authorization, Advances ensuring compliance with IRC policies and procedures.

    • Payment and Receipts Processing

    o Oversea Cashier and Finance Clerks responsible for the payment process.

    o Ensure that payments are processed in a timely manner and in accordance with IRC policy and procedures.

    o Ensuring internal control procedures are followed for all cash disbursements, receipts and transfers

    o Preparation or oversight of the preparation of the cash accounting worksheet

    o Oversea the review Cash Books prepared by the Cashier for Cash and Bank for completeness and accuracy.

    o Liaison with bank officials to resolve problems or facilitate improved service.

    o Ensure statutory deductions (taxes, pension, and health insurance) are remitted on time.

    • Internal Audit

    o Participate on Internal audit activities as required.

    o Reviews of controls and monitoring of compliance with established procedures.

    • Staff Supervision and Performance Management

    o As part of his/her supervision responsibility, set and agree with Finance Assistant Key performance objectives for each financial year in line with the Accounting Department goals.

    o Provide the Finance Assistants conducive work environment; business tools, support and relevant training necessary for them to perform their work.

    o Monitor the performance of Finance Assistants through the year providing regular feedback on progress towards meeting agreed objectives and any improvement needed.

    o Conduct an annual performance appraisal.

    • Other Duties

    o Contribute to the overall proper functioning of the Finance department by taking on any other duties assigned by supervisor.

    o Contribute to the overall improvement of the financial and accounting system in ETHIOPIA by providing recommendation to supervisor for consideration on specific areas that could be improved.

    o Contribute to team work and team play.

    Job Requirements:

    Education:

    o Bachelors’ degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Commerce or Finance

    Experience:

    o Minimum 4 year of relevant experience for BA holders.

    o Proven experiences in financial management in the INGO sector.

    Skills and Abilities:

    o Good written and verbal skills in the English language

    • Ability to work under pressure, long work hours and high workload
    • Self-motivated, honest, highly responsible, and punctual.

    o Proactive to seek to identify and communicate potential problems and propose solutions to the level of management appropriate to effect solutions.

    • Ability to work as part of a team as well as to work autonomously when required.
    • Ability to use computer software-Word, Excel, Power Point and e-mail.

    o Committed to staff training and development


    How to apply:

    · Please send CV, application letter and copies of credentials to the following address: IRC Addis Ababa, P.O.box 107 code 1110.

    · Please include 3 references from current and former employers.

    · Applications will not be returned. IRC discourages phone calls or personal visits.

    · Only applicants meeting the minimum qualification will be short listed and contacted.

    IRC is an equal employment opportunity employer. IRC considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status or disability.

    Ethiopia: DG ECHO PARTNERSHIP ADVISOR /IOR ESAF (Job Ref: SOS/12/7)

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    Organization: SOS Children's Villages International
    Country: Ethiopia
    Closing date: 03 Aug 2018

    Position title: DG ECHO Partnership Advisor

    Working location: Addis Ababa Ethiopia

    Supervisor: Head of Institutional Partnership Development /IOR ESAF

    Region: East and Southern Africa (ESAF)

    Contract: Consultancy contract 5-6 months

    Context of the position

    Established in 1949, SOS Children's Villages International is a dynamic, international social development organization working globally to meet the needs and protect the interests and rights of orphaned and vulnerable children.

    Within the Eastern and Southern Africa region(ESAF), SOS CV International is headquartered in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia and has member associations in Nigeria, Ghana, Ethiopia, Sudan, South Sudan, Somali/Somaliland, Djibouti, Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda, Burundi, Zambia, Malawi, Zimbabwe, Mozambique, South Africa, Lesotho, Swaziland, Botswana, Namibia, Mauritius, Angola and Madagascar

    Mission of the position:

    The main role of the ECHO Partnership Advisor, will be to support countries to establish, cultivate and maintain relationships with DG ECHO. By developing and implementing country and context specific donor journey strategies, the objective is to improve the position of SOS CV as a humanitarian actor and to grow the humanitarian portfolio (number of projects financed by ECHO) in these countries. The ECHO advisor will also work to strengthen the work relationship between SOS CVI regional office and DG ECHO regional office based in Nairobi.

    Key performance areas and main responsibilities:

    • Identify opportunities within the upcoming HIP process and, advice and support country, region, International Office and PSA in submitting qualitative and strategic proposals.

    • Position SOS CV as humanitarian partner with DG ECHO by engaging on a regular basis (both at regional and country level). Develop concept notes, proposals, and briefing documents, for engagement meetings with ECHO and others in order to facilitate technical programme exchanges, influence policy and thinking, and identify key areas of potential cooperation, including new business.

    • Develop regional level partnerships and support MAs in developing national partnerships with other key ECHO framework partnership agreement holders for joint application and implementation of humanitarian responses

    • Together with regional and country office colleagues, represent SOS CVI in key regional ECHO initiated, led and or related platforms, clusters and working groups

    • Capacity building: identify areas for capacity building and support National Associations in doing so. This includes; provision of technical training, advice for country staff on how to work with the donor, advice in the preparation of meetings and consultations, introduce key contacts and DG ECHO grants management issues.

    • Develop needs assessment guidelines and conduct needs assessment together with the team: produce timely and relevant data, collect usable data (in coordination with others if possible and desirable)

    • Support the National Associations with the execution of their action plans, including the development of a stakeholder analysis, a two-pager and input during the proposal writing phase.

    • Continuously working together and coordinating with SOS International Office, Regional Office and other stakeholders

    • Gather intelligence on ECHO opportunities and together with Emergency Response (ER) staff develop targeted products and initiatives to enhance the capacity of SOS CVI to attract ECHO funding

    • Provide regular updates on donor intelligence and a timeline for donor engagement in 2018.

    Position requirements

    • 5 years’ experience and demonstrable success with institutional partnership development, especially DG ECHO.
    • Experience in providing training or capacity building
    • Understanding of ECHO procedures, technical approaches, thematic priorities, and funding technicalities
    • Experience in the humanitarian aid sector. Technical knowledge on child protection, alternative care and/or education in emergencies is an asset
    • Experience in collaborating with country offices and local partners
    • Experience in project proposal development
    • Good networking and representational skills, including with high profile representatives
    • Strategic and analytical thinker
    • Excellent written and spoken English
    • Self-confident and dynamic professional
    • Excellent writing skills
    • Capable of multitasking
    • Willingness and ability to travel internationally.

    How to apply:

    If you believe you are the right candidate for the above position, please send your application letter, detailed curriculum vitae (CV), and photocopies of academic certificates, and names and contact details of three referees as Single Document.

    Applications that are late, or do not have CV or certificates attached, will be disqualified. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. E-mail applications should bear the reference number of the position in the subject line of the email.

    Email to: Applications including at least three traceable referees should be sent electronically to:ESAF.HROD@sos-kd.org

    All applications should be submitted not later than 3rd August 2018

    Mozambique: Administrator Junior - Mozambique

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    Organization: CESVI - Cooperazione e Sviluppo Onlus
    Country: Mozambique
    Closing date: 31 Jul 2018

    WORK CONTEXT
    Cesvi’s main sector includes agriculture, with particular attention to the province of Sofala, in particular Beira where the office is based.
    Our interventions are funded by the Italian Agency of Cooperation and Development (AICS) and by the European Union (EU). We closely work with Local Partners and the Government.

    JOB DESCRIPTION
    The collaboration will start in August/September 2018
    Duty station: Beira, Sofala Province

    The Administrator will respond to the Head of Mission (HoM) and to HQ Desk officer.
    He/she will work in close collaboration with the Project Accountant and the PMs (both local and international).

    Job Purpose:
    The Administrator will work under the supervision of the Project Accountant based in HQ, and under the responsibility of the HoM, will be in charge of the administrative and finance issues.
    He/she will be supporting the project staff in purchase and procedures aspects.

    Duties/responsibilities:

    Main tasks:
    • Accountancy of projects and preparation of all donor financial reports
    • Ensure adequate controls over cash & bank management
    • Manage the finance department activities and schedules to meet the financial reporting requirements and deadlines specified by Cesvi HQs and donors
    • Closely monitor all financial activities, and inform the staff concerned
    • Support the preparation of financial plans, forecasts, budget analysis in close collaboration with the PMs
    • Support in procurements and purchase procedures
    • Participation in the review, monitoring and capacity building of administrative local staff
    • Assist Project Managers with preparation of donor budgets, to ensure compliance with donor regulations
    • Be responsible of the correct store of documents and project's goods

    REQUIRED COMPETENCIES
    Degree in Economics or at least 1 year post qualification experience in a finance/accounting role overseas in the NGO sector

    Good knowledge of main donors' administrative rules and procurement procedures (UE, ECHO, AICS – Italian Agency for Cooperation and Development, etc..)

    Budgeting and financial management skills
    Accountancy skills and ability to prepare financial reports
    Knowledge and experience in purchases and procurement procedures

    Good organizational and time management skills
    Flexible and with a positive attitude
    Proactive attitude in problem solving

    Computer literacy, particularly in Microsoft Office Programmes such as Word and Excel as well accounting packages & other database competencies
    Knowledge of English written and spoken

    DESIRABLE COMPETENCIES
    Understanding of development issues and the organizational goals
    Capacity building and training skills
    Knowledge of Italian written and spoken
    Knowledge of Portuguese written and spoken

    Unfortunately, due to the high number of applications we receive we are unable to provide feedback if unsuccessful at applicant stage. Only short-listed candidates will be updated on the status of their application.


    How to apply:

    To apply, please visit: https://www.cesvi.org/jobs/administrator-junior-mozambique/

    Ethiopia: Programme Advisor – Conflict Sensitivity – Ethiopia Programme

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    Organization: Life and Peace Institute
    Country: Ethiopia
    Closing date: 27 Jul 2018
    • The Programme Advisor (PA) for Conflict Sensitivity will be a key team member of the Life & Peace Institute’s (LPI)1 Ethiopia Programme, with a specific role to lead on the programme’s focus on Conflict Sensitivity, Conflict Sensitive Development, and Conflict Sensitive Land Administration. The PA will ensure that the programme and implementing partners meet planned outcomes; that strategic activities are designed and planned diligently and conducted as per plan; capacity development support is provided to partners, necessary data is gathered for purposes of monitoring, evaluation and learning (MEL), and periodic reports are compiled and submitted to a high professional standard. The PA will also work closely with other aspects of the programme as developed. The position is based in Addis Ababa with frequent travel to programme implementation locations across the country and possibly internationally.

    Relations within the organisation

    • Supervisor: Ethiopia Country Manager/Head of Office, Addis Ababa, until further notice.

    • Working Relations: Coordinates with the Sustained Dialogue Coordinator, MEL Adviser of Ethiopia Programme, Inter-faith peacebuilding Programme Advisor; colleagues in the Horn of Africa Regional Programme (HARP) and Addis-based Finance and Administration; Nairobi-based Director of Programmes and Director of Global Policy; Sweden-based Knowledge and Learning Unit Director and strategic advisors; and relevant staff of partner organisations.

    Primary tasks and responsibilities

    1. Lead LPI’s work with partners to promote an awareness and practice of conflict sensitivity in the Ethiopian context, specialising in the practice of promoting Conflict Sensitive Development and Conflict Sensitive Land Administration specifically.

    2. Accompany and support an ongoing project being implemented by a local partner on Conflict Sensitive Land Administration in the Eastern Hararghe Zone:

    3. Ensure the terms of the sub-contract for the Conflict Sensitive Land Administration project are adhered to, conduct regular project monitoring and be responsible for documentation of the results of the project for LPI in partnership with the implementing partner (and the Finance and Administration unit of the LPI programme).

    4. Support the partner in development a MEL framework and plan and ensure a high standard of project performance monitoring and data tracking.

    5. Review project reports and provide constructive feedback to the local partner and accompany activities as appropriate.

    6. Lead on the development to new lines of engagement for LPI to fulfil its programmatic prioritisation of conflict sensitivity in the Ethiopia context, including:

    7. Lead efforts that are meant to enhance the capacity of local civil society to promote conflict sensitivity. In collaboration with partners, facilitate mapping of the development projects, feeding into a programme approach to policy engagement.

    8. Coordinate, document and follow-up on learning events with practitioners, partners, and MoFPDA, etc.

    9. Devise strategies to promote partners’ skills in policy engagement and understanding of conflict sensitivity as well as bottom-up peacebuilding processes

    10. Work to ensure that key stakeholders are able to engage in dialogue and action to promote conflict sensitivity in Ethiopia, mainly by engaging in the following categories of activities:

    11. Organise experience-sharing exchanges with relevant entities concerned with development policy and conflict sensitivity.

    12. Facilitate conflict sensitivity trainings for MoFPDA, civil society, and private industry on key issues of conflict sensitive development.

    13. Facilitate the development of policy inputs from diverse concerned stakeholders . This may include issue identification, support for policy research to fill evidence gaps, facilitation of capacity-building trainings related to policy work.

    14. Lead the effort to create new spaces for exchange and forms of engagement between MoFPDA and other stakeholders on identified policy issues through evidence-based dialogue in the forms of recurrent roundtables, panel discussions as well as informal gatherings.

    15. Contribute to and strive for programmatic excellence, effectiveness and learning in LPI’s conflict transformation work in the Horn of Africa and in particular, in its Ethiopia programme.

    16. Adhere to and models LPI’s values and key programme principles that includes gender mainstreaming, conflict sensitivity and do no harm programming.

    17. Undertake other tasks as assigned by his/her supervisor.

    The employee accepts that this job description may be changed by the Head of Addis Ababa Regional Office, as the need may require.

    Education, knowledge and skills

    • Proven professional experience implementing peacebuilding and conflict transformation programmes.

    • Deep knowledge of conflict sensitivity in implementation of development project.

    • Professional experience in monitoring and evaluation, participatory research design, development of tools, data collection, analysis and writing research outcomes and/or experience engaging policymakers and influencers at different levels (including drafting of policy briefs).

    • Professional experience in grant management and local partner accompaniment.

    • University degree in peacebuilding, development studies or other relevant fields (political and social sciences). Bachelor’s degree with relevant skills and experience (5+ years) may be considered. Master’s preferred.

    • Excellent analytical writer (English).

    • Demonstrated interest in peacebuilding field and NGO experience a strong asset.

    • Ability to create project work plans and diligently document and track key activities and project performance metrics.

    • Mastery of use of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Powerpoint.

    • Able to travel to field locations in Ethiopia,

    • Knowledge of regional languages are an asset.

    • Balanced, mature personality with developed diplomatic/ interpersonal skills.

    • Eager and flexible mind, willing to acquire new skills on the job.


    How to apply:

    Please submit to: applications.addisababa@life-peace.org by 27 July 2018 with a detailed CV and a concise cover letter explaining your interest in and qualification for joining LPI’s Ethiopia Programme, particularly your experience in peacebuilding, knowledge of the field of ‘conflict sensitivity’, grant management and MEL.

    Only selected applicants will be contacted due to the volume of applications. We thank you for your interest and look forward to reading your application.

    Ethiopia: Field Coordinator Dila - Ethiopia

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    Organization: Handicap International - Humanity & Inclusion
    Country: Ethiopia
    Closing date: 01 Aug 2018

    Outraged by the injustice faced by people with disabilities and vulnerable populations, we aspire to a world of solidarity and inclusion, enriched by our differences, where everyone can live in dignity.

    Handicap International is changing his name and becomes « Humanity & Inclusion ». HI, Humanity & Inclusion is an independent and impartial aid and development organisation with no religious or political affiliations operating in situations of poverty and exclusion, conflict and disaster. We work alongside people with disabilities and vulnerable people to help meet their essential needs, improve their living conditions and promote respect for their dignity and fundamental rights.

    For further information about the association: www.hi.org

    Present in more than 55 countries, HI is composed of 2 operational directions:

    • The Direction of Humanitarian Action

    • The Direction of Development Action

    JOB CONTEXT : HI has been operating in Ethiopia since 1986 and has implemented projects in the area of physical rehabilitation, mine risk education, community based rehabilitation, food security, HIV and AIDS, capacity building of local associations of Persons with Disabilities (PwDs), inclusive education, inclusive employment, Child protection, GBV prevention, protection/assistance to refugees/IDPs.

    In addition to being the second largest refugee-hosting country in Africa, Ethiopia has had to deal with many internally displaced persons (IDPs). The Displacement Tracking Matrix reported 2.5 million IDPs of which nearly 2 million have been displaced by conflict or social tension.

    More recently, in April 2018 ethnic-based violence along the borders of Gedeo (SNNPR) and West Guji (Oromia region) areas led to large-scale displacements. Renewed violence at the border in early June led to the displacement of 978,448 people.

    Damaged infrastructure and housing, along with the loss of assets such livestock and cash reserves, makes it impossible for IDPs to continue their usual work in areas of displacement. On June 22, the Ethiopian government and humanitarian partners released a response plan to address the needs of affected populations, requesting a scaled-up response from humanitarian actors.

    In this framework, we are looking for a field coordinator for the region of Dila.

    YOUR MISSION:

    Under the management of the Program Director based in Addis Ababa, you are responsible for the coordination of the area and supervision of the support and operational teams to ensure the quality of the projects implemented in the region of Dili.

    Your main duties are:

    • To coordinate and implement projects

    • To ensure the coordination and application of processes/supporting documents

    • To manage the base’s project and support teams

    • To manage the security of HI personnel in the area under your responsibility

    • To represent HI at the local level

    YOUR PROFILE :

    You have:

    • An advanced degree in relevant field

    • Minimum 3 to 5 years’ experience in coordination position in emergency/humanitarian context

    • Strategic managerial and organisational skills

    • Strong team and HR management capacities

    • Strategic communication and writing skills including proposals

    • Programming, Monitoring and Evaluation skills

    • Security management skills

    • Particularly strong interpersonal and communication skills

    You are fluent in English (oral/written)

    CHARACTERISTICS OF THE POSITION :

    CONDITIONS:

    • Startingdate : 1st of August

    • Lengthof thecontract:** 1 month

    • Employee:

    • Salary from 2757 € gross/month regarding the experience of the candidate

    • Perdiem allowances : 464€ (net)

    • Hardship allowance : 500€ (net)

    • Insurances : medical hearth coverage, retirement planning, repatriation

    • Paid holiday : 25 days per year

    • Status : position unaccompanied

    • Housing : Collective taken in charge by HI

    Please note this position is subject to the availability of funding.


    How to apply:

    Only online by joining a CV and cover letter via the following link: https://hi.profilsearch.com/recrute/fr/fo_annonce_voir.php?id=2806&idpartenaire=136

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