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Message 1 - Assistant Country Director – Nairobi +b
Message 2 - Microfinance Specialist – Mali +b
Message 1
Posted by: Dennis O'Brien Dennis@care.or.ke
EMPLOYMENT
Assistant
Country Director - Programme
Location/Duration:
Nairobi/2 years
Start
Date:
CARE International in
The Assistant Country Director (ACD) is responsible
for all aspects of programming in particular: high-quality contract
deliverables; new programme development and conceptual/strategic leadership with
respect to programmes. For the first 6-12 months the ACD will concentrate
primarily on the three business sectors.
The position will fit a dynamic, self-driven,
results-oriented leader/manager looking for a unique opportunity to develop and
be responsible for delivering innovative strategies that will reduce poverty in
Essential Requirements:
- widely-recognized expertise in one of the 3 business lines
- demonstrated excellence in:
. contract management (minimum 5 years) - experience with
USAID (Title II) preferred
. fund raising from bilateral and multi-lateral donors
. analysis of the operating environment in uncertain situations,
and development of programme strategies
. leading multi-sectoral teams
.
M&E practices, systems and procedures
- first degree in a relevant field (e.g. agriculture,
business, economics, public health); advanced degree an asset
- experience in management of refugee & disaster response
programmes an asset
To Apply:
Forward resume and cover letter stating reasons for
suitability by
We thank all applicants for their interest, but only
those who are to be interviewed will be contacted.
Dennis O'Brien
Country Director
CARE Kenya
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Message 2
Posted
by: Kim
Bogart Billimoria kbillimoria@worlded.org
Organization: World Education, Inc.
Job description:
World Education, an international development
organization based in
Specific responsibilities include:
„Y Direct provision or coordination of the provision
of technical assistance to MFIs, industry associations, and microentrepreneurs
„Y Facilitation or coordination of training sessions
„Y Overall management of project activities and
fiscal responsibilities
„Y Coordination of field workplan and technical
& financial reports
„Y Site visits and attendance at meetings with a
network of organizations involved in microfinance or microenterprise projects
„Y Proactive maintenance of relationship with
partners
Qualifications:
„Y Degree in business, finance, development, or
related field
„Y Minimum 10 years of experience in microfinance
„Y Minimum 3 years of experience in field-based
position, preferably in
„Y Fluency in French and English; other Malian
languages helpful
„Y Team player who works well with others
„Y Training experience helpful
Starting date: approximately June 2003
Salary range: Optional on your part to state
Submit applications to: Alison Haight
Email address: ahaight@worlded.org
Instructions: Please submit CVs via email. If email is not possible, fax to
1-617-482-0617 and clearly state Microfinance Specialist on the cover sheet.
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International Consultant Socio Economists (1 Urban, 1 Rural) - Participatory Appraisal of Institutions, Livelihoods and Food Access +b
Posted by: Joanna Lyons
(ESNP) Joanna.Lyons@fao.org
Duties and Responsibilities
Under the overall supervision of the Chief,
Nutrition Programmes Service (ESNP), the technical supervision of the Chief,
Food Security and Agricultural Projects Analysis Service (ESAF), the direct
supervision of the Mission Team Leader, in consultation with the FAO and WFP
Regional Offices in Cairo, and in close collaboration with CARE and other
members of the Mission, the Consultants
will participate in the mission to assess the food and nutrition situation in
both the rural and urban areas of the West Bank and the Gaza Strip.
Specifically the Consultants
will:
·
At the outset of the assignment, propose a draft
report outline.
·
Organise and conduct, in co-operation with local
expertise, participatory assessments with key resource persons and
selected focus groups at national and district level, to identify vulnerable
groups and prepare food security and nutrition vulnerability profiles of urban
and non-urban households (both in refugee and non-refugee areas).
·
Assist in the planning, execution, analysis and
reporting on the overall food security assessment by the mission. Provide methodological
inputs to be used to assess household food security and nutrition related
issues using participatory approaches, and on how to carry out an institutional
analysis using participatory techniques at national and district levels. Refine
topics to be covered in semi-structured interviews with: i) non-urban, and ii)
urban communities. Prepare subject material checklists, working aids, an
information recording matrix, and an analysis and reporting methodology. Train
national consultants, monitors, and counterparts in the use and application of
participatory methodology necessary to achieve the desired outputs of the
project.
·
Review available data on the food, nutrition and
health situation of the population in different parts of the West Bank and the
Gaza Strip in current and previous years, with particular reference to
population groups and households at-risk (or under threat) and to vulnerable
target groups such as under 5-year-old children, and pregnant and lactating
mothers.
Consultation
with Relief and Development Aid Institutions and Services
§
Explore the changes in factors affecting access to food among various
population groups, including the impact of the recent and recurrent blockades
of the border with
§
Study the socio-economic factors affecting access
to food by the population (including employment opportunities, and incomes) and
assess the household food insecurity resulting thereof, including the effect of
health, water and sanitation, education and lifestyle on nutritional well being
of all members of the household.
§
Determine the level of vulnerability, food insecurity and risk of
malnutrition of various groups, including children, women, rural settled
populations, nomads and semi-nomads, IDPs, returnees, urban poor and social
welfare cases. This will highlight in particular those vulnerable groups who
have become food insecure since the beginning of the emergency situation and
others who are likely to become food insecure if the current situation
continues. Identify where they are located,
and the causes of their food insecurity.
§
Visit schools, health centres, hospitals and
nutrition rehabilitation institutions, and food distribution centres, women’s and youth
organizations, farmer’s groups, representatives of civil society and
knowledgeable persons from NGOs, UN Agencies and other sources, to
enquire about the nature and magnitude of food, nutritional and health
problems.
§
Collect all available procedures and tools being applied in the field
for programming, targeting, beneficiary selection, and monitoring of relief and
development aid.
§
Analyse the institutional setting (Government, NGOs, donors,
community-based organizations), specifically with regard to livelihoods,
nutrition, health and related household food security programmes and
activities. Identify gaps, strengths and weaknesses. Identify major stakeholders and relevant institutional
collaboration opportunities for improving inter-sectoral and inter-agency
co-ordination and collaboration in the collection and analysis of food security
data.
Consultation with Focus Groups, Key Informants and Selected Households
§
Appraise who in the country is hungry and malnourished and why, where
they live, their main sources of livelihood, the typical foods they eat, the
risk factors causing their hunger and malnutrition, and by implication what can
be done about it.
§
Appraise who is increasingly becoming food insecure and nutritionally vulnerable, where
they are geographically located, and the causes of their food insecurity.
§
Study the livelihoods (flow of activities and resources) and
constraints facing groups of urban and
non-urban households (both in refugee
and non-refugee areas) with insufficient (or under threat of losing)
social, economic and physical access to adequate food, and their coping
strategies.
§
Develop a problem tree, an objective tree and a strategy analysis
leading to recommendations for targeted interventions towards improving
livelihoods, food security and nutrition.
§
On the basis of the evidence assembled, provide
recommendations on how the food security and nutrition situation of households
at-risk (or under threat) and of vulnerable target population groups can be
improved.
§
Provide a full account of the survey
methodology and the analytical techniques employed for inclusion in a
technical summary report.
§
Provide recommendations for supporting
information systems that can monitor the food and nutritional situation. Identify the spatial
analysis parameters and requirements for improving the presentation of,
vulnerable livelihoods, household food access, and health and nutrition
results. Make recommendations to improve the coordination, analysis, sharing
and dissemination of this information amongst different stakeholders.
§
Assist in the presentation of the findings of the
mission and in the follow-up discussions with the relevant authorities and the
international community.
§
Provide written inputs into and assist in the
preparation of the final mission report.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE: Advanced University degree (M.Sc. or Ph.D. or equivalent advanced post-graduate degree in community nutrition, anthropology or social sciences) with substantial experience in community-based participatory food security and nutrition assessments; good drafting and analytical skills; working experience in the region desirable.
Reporting Requirements: Provide written inputs
into and assist in the preparation of the final mission report. Prepare a
technical report in cooperation with the lead national consultant containing
methodology, findings, results, conclusions and recommendations. The report
will be submitted to the Mission Team Leader and the relevant technical
supervising services one week before departure from the country office.
Working Language: English
Duty Station:
Duration: 60 days each (total 120 days)
Applications
should be addressed to:
Mr.
Brian Thompson
Senior
Nutrition Officer
Nutrition
Programmes Service
Food
and Nutrition Division
Food
and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations
Viale
delle Terme di Caracalla
Tel.
(+39) 0657054153
Fax
(+39) 0657054593
Email:
brian.thompson@fao.org
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Asian Community Online Network Job Listings and
Volunteer Opportunities - ACON-Jobs
[acon-chicago] Announcement
for position at UIC
Assistant to the Director for Operations
The Institute for Research on Race and Public Policy
(IRRPP), located in the
The Assistant to the Director works closely with the
Institute's Director and Assistant to the Director for Research to further
develop and promote the unit's activities and mission. The successful candidate
will occupy a leadership position with a broad range of responsibilities related
to the development and promotion of IRRPP, including oversight of the
Institute's business, human resources, and routine office functions. The
Assistant to the Director provides administrative, financial, & data
management support to the Institute, directs day-to-day operational activities
of the unit, oversees the unit's business and office functions, provides daily
management to meet the financial objectives of the unit and the college, and
participates in other activities related to IRRPP as assigned.
Candidates should possess a minimum of a Bachelor's
degree in business administration, finance, or accounting and at least one year
of management experience involving administration, fiscal, personnel, or
general organizational responsibilities. Familiarity with, and knowledge of,
the structure, procedures, and policies of research universities comparable to
UIC is desired. Experience working with computer operating systems such as
Windows 2000 or XP and spreadsheet, database, and word-processing software is
also desired. Willingness to work with a diverse campus community will be an
asset.
The position will be available
For fullest consideration, candidates should apply by
The
5 Clinical Supervisor in
Title: Clinical Supervisor
Organization: Asian American Recovery Services, Inc.
Department: Clinical Department
Location:
Reports to: Associate Director, Clinical Services
Classification: Regular, Part-Time (20 hour/week),
Exempt
Salary: $55,000-$60,000 p.a. on full-time basis
Description: AARS, Inc., is
an innovative substance abuse prevention, intervention, treatment and research
agency serving the greater SF Bay Area. Under the direction of the Associate
Director of Clinical Services, the Clinical Supervisor is responsible for the
planning, development, execution, and on-going evaluation of all AARS' behavioral
health care programs and clinical services, assuring that they meet all
appropriate professional standards, grant conditions, and licensing
requirements. The incumbent is also responsible for assuring that all
appropriate agency programs and services are culturally competent for the
populations served in the greater San Francisco Bay Area. The Clinical
Supervisor is a management-level position based out of
Supervisory Responsibilities: This position has
managerial responsibility, including conducting of, or participation in
performance appraisals and the authority to recommend actions for line staff
and supervisory employees.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities: (Other duties
may be assigned)
In keeping with available resources, the Clinical
Supervisor develops and executes a comprehensive plan for delivering high
quality, culturally appropriate, behavioral health care programs and services
aimed primarily at Asian Pacific Islanders in the greater San Francisco Bay
Area; these services may be provided by AARS directly or in collaboration with
other service providers;
Provides individual and group supervision of program
and service staff and, as appropriate, signs off for hours toward licensure:
From the clients perspective, evaluates on an on-going basis the effectiveness
of all programs and services, and oversees the maintenance of appropriate
records and service reports, assuring client confidentiality and other mandated
requirements; Adhere to all client confidentiality requirements
Develops client-sensitive policies and procedures
supporting the delivery of all programs and services, confers with Associate
Directors and Program Managers on delivery of services;
Promotes Quality Assurance through chart review and
related activities to insure quality of services provided clients, Maintains
required charting and documentation in a timely and thorough manner at the
necessary standards;
Assists the Associate Director of Clinical Services,
to assure coordination and collaboration amongst all programs and services of
AARS, and provides an integrated case-management approach in the provision of
client services;
In conjunction with the Associate Director of
Clinical Services, coordinates or provides substance abuse and mental health
training, conferences and other related educational and informational forums
for program staff to attend; Actively participate in inter-agency and intra-agency
staff and team meetings;
Conduct comprehensive assessments on clients for
mental health and/or substance abuse Actively works with local, state, federal
and private-sector representatives to develop resources and support for
behavioral health care programs and services;
Ensures compliance with all appropriate professional
standards, licensing and certification requirements, and funders
conditions for the delivery of behavioral health care programs and clinical
services;
Participate in professional development and training
throughout the year;
Carry out administrative duties;
Attend meetings, trainings, conferences, etc. as
required.
Required Qualifications:
State license or license eligible and specialty
certification in psychology, social work, marriage, family and child counseling
or substance abuse with a graduate degree in either social work, psychology or
counseling; Experience in the provision of substance abuse and/or behavioral
health care programs and clinical services, and knowledge of the developing, as
well as, current service delivery options; Experience in compliance with
federal, state and local government contracts and grant requirements, including
financial responsibility and accountability; Extensive experience in program
planning, program development and implementation, and program evaluation;
Demonstrated knowledge and sensitivity to the cultures of the Asian Pacific
Islander communities; Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to evaluate supervisor and management level positions in
particular with regard to their ability to effectively conduct and/or arrange
for appropriate clinical services.
Application Deadline: Position will remain open
until filled.
Send resume and letter of interest to: AARS, Inc.
Attn: HR Dept.,
Due to large volume of resumes received, we are
unable to acknowledge receipt of all applications. Candidates who meet specific
qualifications will be contacted during the course of this search.
AARS, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We
encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, including women, those from
different racial and religious backgrounds and diverse sexual orientations.
Reasonable accommodation will be made for persons with disabilities.
Clinical Services Mgrr for Training and
Certification.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title: Clinical
Services Manager for Training and Certification
Organization: Asian
American Recovery Services, Inc.
Department: Clinical
Services
Location:
Reports to: Associate
Director, Clinical Services
Classification: Regular,
Full Time, Exempt
Salary: $45,000-$55,000
per annum
Description: Asian American Recovery Services, Inc.
(AARS), is an innovative substance abuse prevention,
intervention, treatment and research agency serving the greater SF Bay Area.
The Training and Certification Manager, under the direction of the Associate
Director, Clinical Services, she/he is responsible for the development, and
implementation of clinical services training and assist AARS, Inc. obtain
MediCal and other insurance reimbursement certification within the counties
served by our programs.
Project TRAIN is a project jointly funded by the
Charles and Helen Schwab Foundation and AARS, Inc. to strengthen AARS, Inc.
capabilities to provide ongoing, standardized and efficient staff training. The
project will support our ongoing commitment to improving the quality of
substance abuse services, develop cutting edge integrated models of care, and
foster the development of highly trained specialists in the substance abuse
field. Project TRAIN will also enhance
AARS, Inc. abilities to provide accessible and quality care to our target population.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities: (Other duties
may be assigned)
· Design and develop curriculum for
clinical services staff training.
· Schedule and implement regular training
activities
· Track and monitor staff attendance and
coordinate with Human Resources to append certifications of staff personnel
records
· Establish relationships with community
service providers, and develop specialized training to AARS, Inc. and its
programs involving guest speakers working with diverse Asian Americans and
Pacific Islander populations in substance abuse and related fields
· Coordinate with California Association
for Alcohol/Drug Educators (CAADE) Certification courses with local community
colleges (i.e.
· Liason with local universities and
colleges to develop an internship program with AARS, Inc.
· Research and develop strategies for
AARS, Inc. obtaining necessary certification in providing MediCal and other
insurance funded mental health and substance abuse services to its target
population.
· Participate in project outreach &
development.
Skills & Qualifications:
· 5 years training and technical
assistance experience (experience with underserved communities of color is a
must)
· Excellent presentation, facilitation and
proven training design skills
· Experience with audio/visual training
equipment, e.g. Microsoft Office (PowerPoint)
· Experience with training data collection
· Experience in researching and
establishing networks of training services
· Familiarity with health and social
services related training services in the San Francisco Bay Area
· Master's level preferred in
administration, social work, psychology, counseling, or other social sciences.
· Excellent personal communication,
documentation, and organizational skills
· Able to meet deadlines and work in a
fast paced environment.
· Sensitivity to the issues and concerns
related to substance abuse, mental health, persons with different abilities,
those who are in recovery, and diverse sexual orientation.
Application Deadline: Position will remain open
until filled.
Send resume and letter of interest to: AARS, Inc.
Attn: HR Dept.,
Due to large volume of resumes received, we are
unable to acknowledge receipt of all applications. Candidates who meet specific
qualifications will be contacted during the course of this search.
AARS, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We
encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, including women, those from
different racial and religious backgrounds and diverse sexual orientations.
Reasonable accommodation will be made for persons with disabilities
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application letter that you learned of this job opportunity through DEVJOBS,
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