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DEVJOBS List of Jobs – June 13, 2004
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There are 6 messages in this issue:
Message 1 - Consultants Wanted in Social and Political Development, Health/HIV/AIDS, Population and Family Planning, and Youth Development +b
Message 2 - Field Opportunities in Honduras +b
Message 4 - Care and Treatment Advisor
Message 5 - Project Assistant +b
Message 6 - Job Vacancies from DEV-ZONE International
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Consultants Wanted in Social and Political Development, Health/HIV/AIDS, Population and Family Planning, and Youth Development +b
Posted by: "David Sears"
Organization name: Centre for Development and Population Activities (CEDPA)
The Centre for Development and Population Activities (CEDPA) is a women-focused nonprofit international organization founded in 1975. Based in Washington, DC and with field offices in Latin America, Africa, and Asia, CEDPA's mission is to empower women at all levels of society to be full partners in development.
CEDPA implements technical assistance and training activities throughout the world and is currently expanding its roster of independent consultants. In particular, CEDPA is interested in consultants with more than 5 years of significant international experience in the technical areas noted above.
To register in our roster, visit our on-line Consultant Registration page at http://recruitment.cedpa.org/apply to complete your profile and submit your CV in Word or text format.
Consultants living in countries with CEDPA field offices (Guatemala, Nepal, India, Nigeria, Senegal, and South Africa) who wish to be considered for local assignments only can register as above and select the office they wish to be considered for on the registration page.
CEDPA is an equal-opportunity employer. For further information, please contact info@resume-management.com
Please mention clearly in your application letter that you learned about this job vacancy through DEVJOBS, and mention the URL of DEVJOBS, which is http://www.devjobsmail.com.
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Posted by: "Cucuzelli, Janine" <JCucuzelli@air.org>
AMERICAN INSTITUTES FOR RESEARCH
The International Program of the American Institutes for Research, a not-for-profit social science research organization that provides applied social and behavior research and technical assistance to clients in developing countries, is seeking a Chief of Party (COP) and an Assessment Specialist for a new USAID-sponsored education initiative in Honduras. The activity will support the Ministry of Education’s efforts to increase student achievement, reduce student failure and dropout rates, improve student flow rates, and increase access to instruction in grade 7 and beyond. In addition, the project will establish an alternative basic education delivery system for secondary education. The project will also assist in the Ministry’s development of criterion-based standardized testing systems for grades 1-12 in Spanish and mathematics.
The Chief of Party candidate must demonstrate the ability to work collaboratively, to develop consensus among multiple parties and interests, and to develop a team-based approach to the project. Responsibilities will include technical assistance, training and related support to the Honduran Ministry of Education, local education institutions and educators. The COP will provide overall guidance, intellectual and managerial leadership; oversee management of the team as well as the program; serving as liaison with Honduran Ministry of Education.
Salary competitively matched with qualifications. Send cover letter and resume to resumes@air.org; subject line: INT04162.
The Assessment Specialist will report to the Chief of Party. This individual must have solid 4-6 years assessment experience. Ph.D. or equivalent required. Successful candidates will have a strong background in test design and development, or education assessment.
Salary competitively matched with qualifications. Send cover letter and resume to resumes@air.org; subject line: INT04163.
Candidates for both positions should have prior experience with educational systems in developing countries. USAID experience and fluency in Spanish are highly desirable. Both positions will be based in Tegulcigalpa.
Human Resources
American Institutes for Research
1000 Thomas Jefferson St., N.W.
Washington, DC 20007
Website: www.air.org
EEO
Please mention clearly in your application letter that you learned about this job vacancy through DEVJOBS, and mention the URL of DEVJOBS, which is http://www.devjobsmail.com.
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Posted by: Maribeth Murphy <recruiter@impact-international.net>
Organization name: IMPACT International
Place of assignment: Developing countries
Job description: IMPACT International, an international development consulting firm, seeks associates with seven or more years of experience in financial management, long-range planning or grant matching and management for NGOs in developing countries. Please send cover letter and CV to recruiter@impact-international.net.
Qualifications and skills required: Candidates must have experience working with education sector NGOs in Central Asia or Former Soviet Union or Eastern Europe. In addition, candidates should have second language capabilities, experience on USAID contracts, and a Masters degree in related area.
Applications must be emailed to: recruiter@impact-international.net
Instructions to applicants: Please send cover letter and CV to recruiter@impact-international.net.
Please mention clearly in your application letter that you learned about this job vacancy through DEVJOBS, and mention the URL of DEVJOBS, which is http://www.devjobsmail.com.
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Care and Treatment Advisor
Posted by: Erica Plascencia <Eplascencia@comforce.com>
U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID)
Mission - Kenya
GS grade equivalent: GS-14
The C&T Advisor serves as a member of the HIV/AIDS Team (SO8 team) and the Multi-sectoral HIV/AIDS Task Force. The incumbent manages a large share of the technical and administrative aspects of the new regional Strategic Objective for HIV/AIDS. The C&T Advisor will be responsible for technical assistance and the implementation of new contracts, grants and cooperative agreements that will be used to implement the new regional HIV/AIDS strategy.
1. Medical or nursing degree and Masters degree in public health or related discipline, with a clinical background.
2. Minimum of seven years experience in international public health programming and/or implementation.
3. Minimum of five years experience working in technical oversight, design and implementation of HIV care and treatment programs in developing countries. Prior work experience in east and/or central Africa would be advantageous.
4. Specialized knowledge and demonstrated expertise in the area of HIV treatment and care, including antiretroviral therapy, treatment and prevention of opportunistic infections; familiarity with HIV prevention, treatment and support programs in resource-poor settings; knowledge of clinical, ethical, policy and trade issues involved in HIV/AIDS programming in the region.
5. Strong quantitative and analytical skills, verbal skills and ability to communicate technical information clearly and effectively to both technical and non-technical colleagues.
6. Excellent management, interpersonal and teamwork skills.
7. An understanding and knowledge of USAID regulations and procedures is preferred.
8. Ability to communicate in French is desirable.
9. This position requires security clearance at the secret level and applicants must be a U.S. citizen.
APPICATIONS: Interested candidates should forward their CVs, a letter of application and one example of a recent technical publication to Erica Plascencia at Eplascencia@comforce.com AND Ymelda Ramos at Yramos@comforce.com.
Please mention clearly in your application letter that you learned about this job vacancy through DEVJOBS, and mention the URL of DEVJOBS, which is http://www.devjobsmail.com.
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Posted by: Terri Togashi
Organization name: IBTCI
Place of assignment: Business Development
Job description: International Business & Technical Consultants, Inc. (IBTCI), a US based international development consulting company, is seeking a Project Assistant to work with the Project Management Division in our Vienna, VA home office.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Mobilization of consultants on international projects
• Day-to-day interaction with team members on project-related issues
• Formatting and editing of reports
• Review and reconciliation of project invoices
• Communication with consultants, subcontractor and clients
• Compliance of contract scheduled deliverables
• Administrative assistance services for division head
• Maintenance of division files
Qualifications and skills required: QUALIFICATIONS:
• Bachelors Degree in International Affairs, Economics, Business / Business Administration, Area Studies or other relevant area.
• One to three years of work experience.
• Excellent writing, research and organizational ability.
• Excellent communications and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrate strict attention to detail.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks under deadlines.
Starting date: Immediately
Submit your applications to: Project Assistant
Applications must be emailed to: cvtohr@aol.com
Instructions to applicants: TO APPLY:
Please send your cover letter, a detailed CV, salary history and 2-3 references by email to cvtohr@aol.com or fax to +1-703-749-0110 referencing “PROJECT ASSISTANT” in the subject line. No phone calls please.
Please mention clearly in your application letter that you learned about this job vacancy through DEVJOBS, and mention the URL of DEVJOBS, which is http://www.devjobsmail.com.
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http://www.dev-zone.org/jobs/Detailed/1398.html
Job Type: Job
Organisation: New Zealand Agency for International
Development, Nga Hoe Tuputupu-mai-tawhiti
Country: New Zealand (Aotearoa)
City: Wellington
Restrictions: The successful candidate must be able to obtain a New Zealand Government security clearance.
Description: Due to the current incumbent taking a posting offshore for two years, with a possible extension for a third year, we seek an Education Advisor to join our Strategy, Advisory and Evaluation Group.
This group has an agency coordination role in policy formation, and undertakes strategic analysis and planning around sectoral and thematic areas. It also plays a significant role in the development of analytical processes, shaping programmes and in strategic advice related to specific programmes. This includes collaboratively providing advisory support to the programming groups on sectoral, thematic and process issues, and contributing to training and systems development.
Candidates must be able to demonstrate in-depth knowledge and understanding of the education sector, and have a sound technical grounding in education. You will have a breadth and depth of education sector work experience within a developing county setting or with Pacific Island or other cultural groups in New Zealand. Experience in integrating education policy and strategy into programming and into organisational development at a national level is required, as is an understanding of Pacific education issues and priorities.
You will be based in Wellington and expected to travel overseas periodically.
Applicant Requirements: Other qualities and experience that we require include:
· An understanding of the socio-economic context of developing countries and development principles and practice, particularly in the Pacific and Asia. · Proven experience in strategy and policy development.
· Ability to work collaboratively in providing advice.
· Impact analysis and evaluation skills.
· Well-developed relationship management skills, with proven experience in building cross-cultural relationships.
· An ability to effectively translate concepts into practical applications.
· Excellent written and oral communication skills.
· A high level of initiative and judgement.
· Experience working in a developing country would be
desirable
Application Instructions: We value diversity in the workplace and welcome applications from any suitably qualified people.
For a copy of the job description and application form visit www.nzaid.govt.nz or contact Marilla Hood at marilla.hood@nzaid.govt.nz,
ph 04 439-8260 or fax 04 439-8515.
Applications, including a covering letter, application form and a copy of your curriculum vitae, should be forwarded to Marilla Hood by email or to NZAID, Private Bag 18-901, Wellington, New Zealand. Please do not bind your CV. Applications close at 5.00pm on Friday 18 June 2004.
http://www.dev-zone.org/jobs/Detailed/1351.html
Job Type: Volunteer / Intern
Organisation: PALMS AUSTRALIA
Country: Hong Kong
Closing Date: Not Specified
Restrictions: Australian citizen or permanent resident.
Description: 2 year placement. You will receive a local/living wage, all airfares, insurance and cross cultural training.
Applicant Requirements: Qualified primary teacher. Experience preferred.
Application Instructions: For all enquiries contact the PALMS Office.
Other Contact Details: Ph: 02 9642 0558, Fax 02 9742
5607
Contact Name: All Enquiries: Clare Gates
E-mail : palms@palms.org.au
http://www.dev-zone.org/jobs/Detailed/1394.html
Job Type: Contract
Organisation: PINZ
Country: Viet Nam
City: Based in Hanoi
Restrictions: From ADB member country
Description: PINZ is seeking CVs from interested consultants for a upcoming PINZ tender for the ADB Viet Nam Second Lower Secondary Education Development Project. In particular PINZ is seeking CVs of:
- Education Team Leaders - Learning Assessment Specialists - ICT in Education Specialists - Vocational Orientation and Tracer Study Specialists - Teaching Methodology Specialists - Education Planning, Monitoring & Evaluation Specialists - Finance and Procurement Specialists - School Mapping Specialists
The Project will help reduce poverty in Viet Nam through development and improvement of lower secondary education. It aims to improve quality, efficiency, access and equity, and management capacity in lower secondary education by improving quality support systems and universalizing lower secondary education nationwide by 2010. The Project will have three components: (i) supporting conditions for improving the quality and efficiency of lower secondary education; (ii) promoting access and equity in lower secondary education in disadvanted areas; and (iii) strengthening the management capacity of lower secondary education under the system of decentralization.
See the link below for more information:
http://www.adb.org/Documents/ADBBO/LOAN/33304013.ASP
Applicant Requirements: Candidates must have proven technical experience, relevant qualifications (preferably Masters or PhD), and essentially in-field consultancy experience in Viet Nam or South-east Asia. Experience with major funding agencies such as Asian Development Bank, World Bank, United Nations, or Bi-lateral funding agencies is necessary.
Application Instructions: Please email CVs to Luke Kiddle at the address below:
Other Contact Details: PINZ, PO Box 10-344, Wellington, New Zealand Ph:
+64 4 472 6039 Fax: +64 4 472 6153
Contact Name: Luke Kiddle
E-mail : lukek@pinz.co.nz
http://www.dev-zone.org/jobs/Detailed/1352.html
Job Type: Volunteer / Intern
Organisation: PALMS AUSTRALIA
Country: Thailand
Restrictions: Australian citizen or permanent resident.
Description: 2 year placement. You will receive a local/living wage, all airfares, insurance and cross cultural training.
Applicant Requirements: Qualified secondary English teacher. Experience required.
Application Instructions: For all enquiries contact the PALMS Office.
Other Contact Details: Ph: 02 9642 0558, Fax 02 9742
5607
Contact Name: All Enquiries: Clare Gates
E-mail : palms@palms.org.au
http://www.dev-zone.org/jobs/Detailed/1404.html
Job Type: Contract
Organisation: Save the Children UK
Country: Indonesia
City: Jakarta
Description: £25,002 pa * 25 month contract * Accompanied status. Providing technical support and supervision to in-country education programmes, the postholder will have responsibility for advocacy at national level on matters of education policy and practice. Experience of working with a government at policy and implementation level is therefore essential together with sound advocacy skills preferably within developing countries.
Application Instructions: Please complete an application online at www.savethechildren.org.uk/jobs quoting ref AS2204a
Contact Name: Rachel Carder
http://www.dev-zone.org/jobs/Detailed/1357.html
Job Type: Contract
Organisation: SMEC International
Country: East Asia & the Pacific
City: Various
Description: SMEC International is seeking expressions of interest from experienced and suitably qualified individuals for forthcoming education development projects in Indonesia, Bangladesh and the Philippines.
In particular SMEC seeks consultants with experience in, but not limited to: · Education Policy & Planning
· Education Management and Training
· Education finance
· Curriculum & Textbook development, in particular localisation of curriculum and materials
· EMIS
· Organisational Development
· Professional Development Design/Training
· Quality Improvement
· Teacher Education
· Teacher Training
· Primary In-service Teacher Training
· Teacher Recruitment
Applicant Requirements: Experience working in development projects in one of the nominated countries or in the region is a prerequisite. experience working with the multilateral funding agencies is essential. Appropriate language skills and experience working in Islamic education is highly desirable.
Application Instructions: Interested individualsl should submit a current CV, preferably in ADB format. Closing date for all Expressions of Interest is 25th June 2004.
Other Contact Details: Tel: +61 2 6280 7585 Fax: +61 2
6280 0354
Contact Name: All enquiries to Sheila Bell or Suzie
Kusetic
E-mail : sheila.bell@smec.com.au - or - suzie.kusetic@smec.com.au
http://www.dev-zone.org/jobs/Detailed/1375.html
Job Type: Contract
Organisation: Helsinki Consulting Group Oy Ltd
Country: Uzbekistan
Description: Duration: 21 pmths
Applicant Requirements: Masters degree in either Education / Social Sciences / Management of Development 12 years in positions of responsibility in designing, organizing and conducting distance education programs of which at least 8 years are in developing countries; and not less than 3 years as team leader of international and domestic consultants. Excellent verbal and written communications in English; knowledge of Russian would be an advantage
Application Instructions: Please send your CV to us by e-mail.
Contact Name: Marjo Somari
E-mail : marjo.somari@hcg.helsinki.fi
http://www.dev-zone.org/jobs/Detailed/1384.html
Job Type: Contract
Organisation: Helsinki Consulting Group
Country: Uzbekistan
Description: Duration: 3 pmths
Applicant Requirements: Masters degree in Education,
Arts or Social sciences 10 years in positions of responsibility in training of
primary teachers and assessment in methods and content of teaching performance,
with not less than 3 years serving in developing countries Excellent verbal and
written communications in English; knowledge of Russian would be an advantage
Application Instructions: Please send us your CV by e-mail.
Contact Name: Marjo Somari
E-mail : marjo.somari@hcg.helsinki.fi
http://www.dev-zone.org/jobs/Detailed/1383.html
Job Type: Contract
Organisation: Helsinki Consulting Group
Country: Uzbekistan
Description: Duration: 2 pmths
Applicant Requirements: Masters degree in either Education, Arts or Social Sciences 10 years in positions of responsibility in multi-grade teaching techniques and training in DE with not less than 3 years serving in developing countries; Excellent verbal and written communications in English; knowledge of Russian would be an advantage
Application Instructions: Please send us your CV by e-mail.
Contact Name: Marjo Somari
E-mail : marjo.somari@hcg.helsinki.fi
http://www.dev-zone.org/jobs/Detailed/1386.html
Job Type: Contract
Organisation: Helsinki Consulting Group
Country: Uzbekistan
Description: Duration: 4.5 pmths
Applicant Requirements: Masters degree in Natural
Sciences and/or Education 10 years in development and demonstration of modern
teaching techniques and preparation of teacher training modules applicable to
natural science, suitable for delivery through distance learning and face to
face instruction with not less than 3 years serving in developing countries;
experience in designing and conducting out-of country training activities would
be an advantage Excellent verbal and written communications in English;
knowledge of Russian would be an advantage
Application Instructions: Please send us your CV by e-mail.
Contact Name: Marjo Somari
E-mail : marjo.somari@hcg.helsinki.fi
http://www.dev-zone.org/jobs/Detailed/1387.html
Job Type: Contract
Organisation: Helsinki Consulting Group
Country: Uzbekistan
Applicant Requirements: Masters degree in Social
Sciences and/or Education 10 years in development and demonstration of modern
teaching techniques and preparation of teacher training modules applicable to
social sciences, suitable for delivery through distance learning and face to
face instruction with not less than 3 years serving in developing countries;
experience in designing and conducting out-of country training activities would
be an advantage Excellent verbal and written communications in English;
knowledge of Russian would be an advantage
Application Instructions: Please send us your CV by e-mail.
Contact Name: Marjo Somari
E-mail : marjo.somari@hcg.helsinki.fi
http://www.dev-zone.org/jobs/Detailed/1388.html
Job Type: Contract
Organisation: Helsinki Consulting Group
Country: Uzbekistan
Description: Duration: 4.5 pmths
Applicant Requirements: Masters degree in Education 10 years in development and demonstration of modern teaching techniques and preparation of teacher training modules applicable to teaching of languages, suitable for delivery through distance learning and face to face instruction with not less than 3 years serving in developing countries; experience in designing and conducting out-of country training activities would be an advantage. Excellent verbal and written communications in English; knowledge of Russian would be an advantage
Application Instructions: Please send us your CV by e-mail.
Contact Name: Marjo Somari
E-mail : marjo.somari@hcg.helsinki.fi
http://www.dev-zone.org/jobs/Detailed/1389.html
Job Type: Contract
Organisation: Helsinki Consulting Group
Country: Uzbekistan
Description: Duration: 3 pmths
Applicant Requirements: Masters degree in either Education or Social Sciences 8 years in positions of responsibility in DE courseware development and editing , training and use of publishing multimedia editing technologies with not less than 3 years serving in developing countries Excellent verbal and written communications in English; knowledge of Russian would be an advantage
Application Instructions: Please send us your CV by e-mail.
Contact Name: Marjo Somari
E-mail : marjo.somari@hcg.helsinki.fi
10. ENVIRONMENT
INSTITUTIONAL STRENGTHENING OF THE JORDAN MINISTRY OF ENVIRONMENT
http://www.dev-zone.org/jobs/Detailed/1396.html
Job Type: Contract
Organisation: SIM spa - GICO Branch
Country: Jordan
Restrictions: EU and MED
Description: The overall objective of this assignment is the creation of the basis for the improvement of the Institutional and Legislative Framework accompanying the activities of the Ministry of Environment in Jordan in order to meet EU and International Standards.
Staring date: June 2004 - Duration of the assignment:
9 Months
Applicant Requirements: We have to propose a team of 4 experts with the following profile:
1.Technical Coordinator and Project Cycle Management Expert - 70 days f{A professional track record of at least 10 years (category II) in practice in Project Management and coordination issues.
f{Experience in Project Fiche and/or Terms of Reference drafting. f{Experience in dealing with Environmental Institutions and Projects would be an asset.
f{Academic degree preferably in Public Administration, Political Sciences, Environmental Policy or equivalent.
f{Experience in the MEDA Region/of EU PHARE/CARDS twinning programmes on environmental institution building would be an asset. Excellent command of English. Excellent computer skills.
2. Institutional Strengthening Expert - 48 days
f{A professional track record of at least 10 years (category II) in practice in Institutional Strengthening issues, with particular emphasis of Functional Review emphasis.
f{Experience in Project Fiche and/or Terms of Reference drafting would be an asset. Experience with Environmental Institutions and Projects. Academic degree preferably in Public Administration, Political Sciences, Environmental Policy or equivalent. Experience in the MEDA Region /of EU PHARE/CARDS twinning programmes on environmental institution building would be an asset. Excellent command of English. Excellent computer skills.
3.Environmental Legislation Expert- 25 days Legal professional track record of at least 10 years (category II). Experience in Environmental Institutions and Law would be a strong asset. Experience in Project Fiche and/or Terms of Reference drafting would be an asset. Experience in legal drafting. Academic degree preferably in Law or equivalent. Excellent command of English. Excellent computer skills.
4. Training expert - 25 days
f{A professional track record of at least 10 years (category II) in practice in designing and delivering training programs, especially to Public Administration.
f{Experience in Project Fiche and/or Terms of Reference drafting would be an asset. Experience with Environmental Institutions and Projects. Academic degree preferably in Public Administration, Political Sciences, Environmental Policy or equivalent. Experience in the MEDA Region would be an asset. Excellent command of English. Excellent computer skills.
Application Instructions: Ref: Jordan Environment N
2004/84415 Send update CV Specify the position
Contact Name: Marsk Marini
E-mail : marini@gico.ws
11. FINANCE
http://www.dev-zone.org/jobs/Detailed/1368.html
Job Type: Job
Organisation: Agmin Italy
Country: Honduras
Restrictions: ONLY EUROPEAN NATIONALITIES
Description: Septiembre 2004; 20 meses/hombre El experto sera responsable de: (a) Asesorar e impulsar las actividades relacionadas con el manejo de los fondos del proyecto, contribuyendo a la definición e mplementación de mecanismos de desembolsos ágiles desde la Secretaría de Finanzas a la Secretaria de Educación y desde esta última hacía los beneficiarios en el marco de la descentralización. (b) Contribuir a la ejecución del proyecto a través de otras tareas que podrán ser pedidas por la Dirección.
Applicant Requirements: Los rasgos comunes a todos los expertos son los siguientes: - Nacionalidad de uno de los Estados miembros de la Unión Europea; - Formación que capacite para las tareas a desempeñar; -Experiencia profesional confirmada en el sector que ha de trabajar; -Capacidad de trabajo en equipo y de transmisión de conocimientos; -Capacidad de transmisión del "know-how" europeo, mediante formación o experiencia profesional adecuada; - Excelente dominio del español; -
Disponibilidad en las fechas requeridas (Fecha de empiezo del proyecto: Septiembre 2004, por 45 meses a partir de esta fecha). El equipo sera seleccionado según el principio de igualdad de oportunidades al nivel de género. Una experiencia previa en métodos participativos y en la problemática de género en los procesos de desarrollo, será considerada ventajosa. La Asistencia Técnica Internacional jugará un papel preponderante en los siguientes procesos del Proyecto (5 ámbitos): planificación, negociación, articulación, operación y supervisión y control. Preparación y calificaciones Título universitario en Economía, Administración de Empresas o carreras afines. Experiencia professional general: Como mínimo 10 años de experiencia en temas financieros y manejo de fondos de cooperación internacional y la implementación de mecanismos de desembolsos institucionales; se valorará particularmente en la formulación/supervisión/evaluación de los sistemas financieros y seguimiento contable del sector público. Experiencia professional específica: Como mínimo 5años de asesoría al sector público en países en vías de desarrollo, especialmente en América Latina. Experiencia en asesoría financiera al sector público en el marco de un programa de apoyo sectorial se valorará positivamente
Application Instructions: Please send an updated CV in SPANISH to l.bay@agmin.it, reference expert in financial systems; enviar un CV actualizado a l.bay@agmin.it, referencia experto en sistemas financieros Other Contact Details: +39 045 8679212 Contact Name: Lisa Bay E-mail : l.bay@agmin.it
12. GENDER
http://www.dev-zone.org/jobs/Detailed/1346.html
Job Type: Job
Organisation: Development and Economic Policy
Division, Pacific Forum Secretariat
Country: Fiji
City: Suva
Description: 1 The Gender Issues Adviser will be responsible for:
· advocating awareness of gender as a critical component of sustainable development and to providing training on gender issues to senior government officials in Forum Island governments, in collaboration with other relevant regional and international organisations;
· undertaking analysis (in collaboration with governments, regional organisations and development agencies) of key social/gender policy issues and activities in the region to promote strategic and integrated approaches to meso and macro policy development in line with the main mandates of Forum Secretariat;
· providing advice and technical assistance in support of the implementation of the gender strategy endorsed by the Council of Regional Organisations of the Pacific (CROP), including the continued development of harmonised institutional approaches to integrating gender policies and programmes within CROP member organisations;
· strengthening, and providing support for, networks of government and non-government organisations (NGOs) in Forum Island Countries in order to enhance capacities to conduct crosssectoral policy analysis and to advocate increased gender equality;
· advising on the development of project-specific gender strategies and plans to ensure that gender is integrated into program/project activities with adequate awareness of the resources required for successful implementation; · producing and promote a Pacific focused materials to increase understanding and awareness of the gender issues, and update existing materials as required;
· the effective representation of the Forum Secretariat at meetings; and
· other duties appropriate to skills and qualifications as required, from time to time.
Applicant Requirements: 2 Qualification, Skills and Experience Required Key requirements for the position are:
· at least 5 years relevant work experience in the coordination, development and analysis of gender issues and policies relevant to Pacific Island Countries or a similar environment;
· an advanced degree in economics or social sciences with specialisation in, or relevance to, public social policy or gender issues;
· awareness and understanding of broader development and sectoral issues as they relate to economic development policies and issues;
· ability to work with a small team of professional staff;
· ability to manage defined work programme activities and expenditures, including the management of consultancies;
· excellent PC based computer skills including word processing and spreadsheet applications; and
· willingness to travel economy class within and outside the region as requested, and to refrain from smoking in the office environment. Selection Criteria In addition to meeting the above required knowledge, skills and experience, the candidate will be assessed based on interview performance and referee reports on the following other requirements:
· ability to quickly grasp and analyse key regional development issues and write clear policy papers; · excellent oral and written communication skills;
· ability to set priorities successfully working with minimum supervision;
· sound analytical skills and an ability to think laterally;
· a high level of interpersonal skills and cultural sensitivity;
· affable, self-confident personality and ability to work well with the Development and Economic Policy team, and with other Secretariat staff; and
· a flexible approach and a willingness to assist with a variety of other tasks within the Secretariat.
Application Instructions: For more details visit:
http://www.thecommonwealth.org/Templates/Internal.asp?NodeID=36448&int1stParentNodeID=20593
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