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There are 10 messages in this issue:
Message 1 - Regional Senior Advisor +b
Message 2 - Chief Financial Officer - Middle East +b
Message 3 - Farmer-to-Farmer Volunteer Recruiter +b
Message 4 - Director of Recruitment +b
Message 5 - Principle Development Specialist (Agriculture & Natural Resources) +b
Message 6 - Global Security Manager (Operations Support) +b
Message 7 - Contracts Administrator (Pricing/Cost/Proposals) +b
Message 8 - Vice President (Agriculture & Natural Resources) +b
Message 9 - Plan Timor Leste Terms of Reference for ECCD Specialist +b
Message 10 - Job Opportunities from ADB +b
Regional Senior Advisor +b
Posted by: Karin Grunewald <kgrunewald@snvworld.org>
Organization name: SNV Netherlands Development Organization
Place of assignment:
Country of assignment: KE
Job description: SNV, a leading independent
development organization headquartered in The Netherlands, is striking new
partnerships to make poverty history. In an innovative collaboration with UNDP
we are seeking to deepen the involvement of small businesses, civil society and
local government to reach internationally agreed development targets. To make
this UN-NGO partnership a success we wish to strengthen our regional management
teams in
In order to succeed you should have an in-depth understanding of and experience with the formulation and execution of country-led poverty reductions strategies and the widely used formats tacitly or explicitly prescribed by the UN or the Bretton Woods institutions.
You will lead SNV’s efforts to shape the partnership with UNDP at the regional level, directly reporting to the Regional Director. You are determined to translate the rhetoric of ‘national ownership’ and ‘participatory’ planning into concrete local action. You will be supported by multidisciplinary teams of experienced SNV advisors working in districts and provinces rather than capitals.
If you combine an innovative vision of development
work with in-depth exposure to national development target setting, eminent
analytical skills and a passion for fighting world poverty we encourage you to
apply. Besides an excellent command and working knowledge of English, an
outstanding and thorough understanding of French and Spanish is a must for West
Africa and
Main Responsibilities
• Dedicated training activities (including the production of training material):
a. for SNV and UNDP staff on MDG and PRSP issues,
b. for selected national representatives on MDG and PRSP issues;
• Support to the SNV (and UNDP) teams in the identification of activities,
on national and lower level aiming at:
a. capacity development of specific meso level actors to participate in and
realize ownership over national PRSP and activities to ‘localize MDG’,
b. capacity development of specific meso level actors to adapt national priorities to local realities in development planning and execution of development activities,
c. capacity development of specific meso level actors to strengthen and increase their role in the execution of related development activities improved multi stakeholder analysis and diagnosis, partnership building and institutional development activities all related to the above;
• R&D and related learning activities:
a. design and oversee the implementation of regional studies into MDG and PRSP issues,
b. develop and publish case studies and success stories and experiences in various forums,
b. stimulate building up of networks on capacity development and link to existing SNV (UNDP) networks.
Qualifications and skills required: Requirements
Education: Masters degree.
Knowledge of the following themes: Knowledge of and insight into the international development sector, and set up of (official) actors and relevant organizations as well as the development taking place in that field; knowledge of and insights in both the human development paradigm and related international MDG ambitions as well as in national mechanisms of development planning and budgeting.
Experience: Minimum experience of 8 years in relevant activities related to the profile. Senior advisory experience: able to lead, inspire and coach professionals in a development context. Outstanding level of performance and outstanding international network.
Skills: The skill to deal with contrasting interests in the field of political and developmental issues in the specific region and the skill to propagate convincingly and defending the policy arguments during consultation, both internally and externally; businesslike and result-oriented attitude, innovative & creative; able to act with a mature, outward-looking and open-minded attitude; proven networking skills gained in an international and multicultural context. Natural leadership style; being able to steer at the strategic level.
Others: Excellent command of English (written and spoken). Willingness to travel in the respective region and other parts of the country.
Salary: Minimum Euro 2.987 – maximum Euro 5.025 gross per month
(a hypothetical tax will be deducted) depending on relevant working experience, excluding attractive secondary conditions and individual allowances.
Contract Period: 3 years, starting a.s.a.p.
education: 5
jobtype: 2
Starting date: as soon as possible
Deadline for submission of applications: 19-08-2005
Instructions to applicants: You can apply on-line through the following link:
http://www.snvworld.org/workingForSNV/index.cfm?fuseaction=vacancies
until August 19, 2005.
Reference numbers:
A job description is also available at kgrunewald@snvworld.org.
We do not appreciate any commercial mediation based on this advertisement.
Follow up: 1
IMPORTANT MESSAGE: 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.
Chief Financial Officer -
Posted by: Global Staffing <HRREC@chfhq.org>
Organization name: CHF International
Place
of assignment:
Country of assignment: US
Job description: The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) will assume all aspects of administrative and financial management responsibilities for the CHF Middle East administrative headquarters, including financial reporting, grants administration, contracts and procurement management, financial oversight of lending program and oversight.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
§ Supervise staff of financial managers, accountants, bookkeepers, and other finance/admin support staff assigned to specific programs and projects;
§ Supervise day-to-day financial and administrative operations;
§ Supervise preparation of monthly financial and management reports;
§ Supervise logistical and administrative support of all CHF Middle East activities;
§ Supervise data collection for initial drafts of program activity and management reports for submission to the Program Director;
§ Supervise compilation all bookkeeping information for submission to Country Director;
§ Oversee local banking (site offices) partnerships;
§ Conduct ongoing review of financial operations;
§ Oversee all contractual relationships between CHF, project partners, and partner financial institutions;
§ Supervise maintenance of all financial records, bank accounts and proper fund controls;
§ Develop, implement, and manage secure funds transfer system, multi-signature disbursement and accounting system;
§ Compile and prepare monthly financial report and activity reports for review by the Country Director, and for submission to funding and project partners and CHF/HQ;
§ Prepare and revise annual program budgets
§ Undertake fiscal forecasting and analysis
§ Coordinate audits; and travel frequently to the satellite offices and community project sites to crosscheck financial arrangements and security.
§ Recruit, train, and supervise qualified Human Resources staff;
§ Develop, implement, and supervise human resources protocols and procedures, including but not limited to timesheets and payroll, benefits and leave, grievance resolution, confidential personnel management systems, training and staff development, and hiring and firing.
§ Responsible for managing procurement and inventory management of equipment and other resources
§ Ensure compliance with CHF and donor policies and regulations in terms of procurement.
The duties listed above are not inclusive of all your duties at CHF International. CHF reserves the right to change and update position descriptions at any time.
Qualifications and skills required: QUALIFICATIONS
§ Significant administrative, procurement, and financial management experience in international development. Able to interpret and create complex financial reports accurately. Familiarity with multi-currency accounting a plus.
§ Advanced knowledge and experience with accounting software (Solomon and QuickBooks), and MS Office applications.
§ Significant knowledge and experience with USAID grant and contract regulations. Past experience working with foreign donors (preferably USAID). Familiarity with other donor regulations a plus.
§ Strong interpersonal skills to negotiate and work with foreign experts, managers, government and non-government officials, local staff, and target populations.
§
Prior experience in the
§ Willing to live overseas and travel to HQ as needed.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
Master’s degree in a closely related field, or bachelor’s degree and 5-10 years of experience.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Able to read and interpret documents, and communicate with others as necessary to perform job duties effectively. English fluency and capabilities Arabic preferred
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Basic skills and able to perform job specific mathematics.
education: 5
jobtype: 2
Deadline for submission of applications: 09/30/2005
Submit your applications to: Global Staffing
Applications must be emailed to: hrrec@chfhq.org
Instructions to applicants: Please submit cover letter and resume/CV to hrrec@chfhq.org.
Include the job title in the subject line of the email.
Follow up: 1
IMPORTANT MESSAGE: 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.
Farmer-to-Farmer Volunteer Recruiter +b
Posted by: Melanie Proshchenko <nbdintern@cnfa.org>
Organization name: CNFA - Citizens Network for Foreign Affairs
Place of assignment:
Country of assignment: US
Job description: The Farmer-to-Farmer Volunteer Recruiter
is an entry-level position into international development and is based in CNFA’s
The mission of the Farmer-to-Farmer Program is to empower the rural poor to increase income through entrepreneurship, private enterprise, and accessing markets. CNFA’s specialties include mobilizing Americans to provide training, nurturing development of sustainable business training services, and engaging private enterprise in expanding business with the poor.
The FTF recruiter supports overseas volunteer activities in Ukraine/Moldova/Belarus and has the following responsibilities:
· Recruit, brief, arrange logistics for, and debrief high-quality volunteers to fulfill the Agribusiness Volunteer Program’s annual quotas and achieve strong development impact; emphasizing recruitment of women.
· Maintain
close communication with and provide support to the Kyiv, Chisinau and
· Develop
and maintain positive relations with the American Farm Bureau Federation and
other
· Participate in drafting AVP quarterly newsletters.
· Represent and promote AVP at AFBF meetings and elsewhere.
· Contribute creatively to strengthening AVP and CNFA, including assisting with other projects and with proposals for new projects.
education: 4
jobtype: 2
Deadline for submission of applications: August 20, 2005
Instructions to applicants: Visit www.cnfa.com to apply. Submit letter of interest and resume online by August 20th. No phone calls please.
Follow up: 1
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Director of Recruitment +b
Posted by: Gayle Bass <ohr@dai.com>
Organization name: Development Alternatives, Inc.
Place of assignment:
Country of assignment: US
Job description: DEVELOPMENT ALTERNATIVES, INC. (DAI)
is a global consulting firm providing economic development solutions to
governments, communities, and companies with projects in developing and
transitioning countries. Founded in 1970 and headquartered in the
DAI is searching for an experienced international development practitioner to lead the company’s effort to be a global leader in recruiting professionals to work on economic development projects and assignments worldwide. The Director will manage the Office of Recruitment and report to the Chief Operating Officer or his designee. The Director will prepare and execute the medium-term and annual operating plans and budget for the Office and supervise the professional and support staff assigned to the Office.
Responsibilities:
The Director of Recruitment is responsible for:
• Ensuring that all DAI proposals and projects are staffed with the best available personnel drawn from a global recruiting pool;
• Ensuring that candidates for consulting assignments with DAI are treated with courtesy, respect, and professionalism that reinforce DAI’s brand as an industry leading organization;
• Ensuring that DAI’s Operating Groups, Practices, and Service Units’ needs are understood and addressed with courtesy, respect, and professionalism;
• Ensuring that the contributions of the recruiting office to business acquisition are in line with corporate priorities and present candidate qualifications to earn maximum evaluation points;
• Ensuring that the processes and systems that support recruitment -- including compliance with all corporate standards, polices, and relevant regulations, the Recruitment Management System database, and internal training – are carried-out efficiently and effectively.
The Office of Recruitment is DAI’s principle point of contact with the consulting community. The Office maintains communication with the international development consulting community to ensure that DAI continues to be viewed as a premier firm for consulting opportunities. The Office participates on international career panels, represents DAI at career fairs, attends professional conferences, and coordinates consultant visits to DAI.
Qualifications and skills required: The successful
candidate will be a self-motivated, entrepreneurial, results-driven,
customer-service oriented individual who works well in a deadline driven,
multi-tasking environment. In addition, the Director will be comfortable in an
increasing information technology driven world and be willing to introduce
innovation to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of DAI’s
recruiting function. The job will involve the management and mentoring of a
team of individuals in
education: 4
jobtype: 2
Starting date: 8/30/05
Salary range: 90K range
Deadline for submission of applications: 8/15/05
Submit your applications to: Office of Human Resources
Applications must be emailed to: ohr@dai.com
Instructions to applicants: Level of responsibility and
salary will be commensurate with background and experience. Interested
candidates should send a resume and cover letter to: Development Alternatives,
Inc.
Please specify job title with your submission.
No phone inquiries accepted.
Follow up: 2
IMPORTANT MESSAGE: 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.
Principle Development Specialist (Agriculture & Natural Resources) +b
Posted by: Gayle Bass <ohr@dai.com>
Organization name: Development Alternatives, Inc.
Place of assignment:
Country of assignment: US
Job description: Development Alternatives, Inc. (DAI) is an international consulting firm that implements projects worldwide in rural and agricultural development, natural resource management, credit and banking, private sector development, institutional development and information systems. DAI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Principal Development Specialist (Natural Resource
Management Specialist) - The Natural Resources Practice Area of DAI’s Environment & Natural Resources Sector is seeking
to hire a full-time Principal Development Specialist for its team based at DAI
Headquarters in
DAI is seeking an individual who has strong professional credentials in natural resource management in developing countries, who is committed to a career in international development and who has already demonstrated his or her technical skills in this area.
Qualifications and skills required:
• Ph.D. in an appropriate discipline;
• 12 to
15 years experience, including at least 5 years working in developing countries
on natural resource-related activities. Experience
working in Latin America,
• Technical expertise including forestry, coastal resources, fisheries, wildlife management and related rural development activities. Candidates having addition experience in cross-cutting themes such as forging linkages with the private sector, decentralized governance and natural resource-based enterprise development (including tourism);
• Project management experience, hands-on experience using Geographical Information Systems preferred;
• Strong verbal and written communications skills in English, proficiency in Portuguese, French or Spanish preferred.
education: 6
jobtype: 2
Starting date: 8/20/05
Deadline for submission of applications: 8/25/05
Submit your applications to: Office of Human Resources
Applications must be emailed to: ohr@dai.com
Instructions to applicants: Interested candidates should send a resume and cover letter to Development Alternatives, Inc. 7250 Woodmont Avenue, Suite 200, Bethesda, MD 20814, Attn: Office of Human Resources or fax the information: (732-358-5072 or email: ohr@dai.com. No phone inquiries accepted.
Follow up: 2
IMPORTANT MESSAGE: 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.
Global Security Manager (Operations Support) +b
Posted by: Gayle Bass <ohr@dai.com>
Organization name: Development Alternatives, Inc.
Place
of assignment:
Country of assignment: US
Job
description: Development Alternatives, Inc. (DAI) is a global consulting firm
providing social and economic development solutions to governments,
communities, and companies with projects in developing and transitioning
countries. Founded in 1970 and headquartered in the
The Global Security Manager will be responsible for overseeing the security of DAI’s project locations and staff. This individual will report to the Director of Operations Support and will be responsible for the following:
Responsibilities:
==> Review the portfolio of DAI projects and locations to determine the level of security assessment to be completed.
==> Perform or outsource security assessments of DAI’s overseas operations.
==> Monitor the compliance with security procedures through periodic audits and visits to the field.
==> Ensure operational readiness through the development and delivery of training programs for specific staff or offices as required for the proper implementation of approved project security plans.
==> Maintain updated security policies and guidelines for DAI's overseas operations and ensure full implementation and compliance by its different offices.
==> Ensure that Home Office support systems are in place and operating effectively, including serving as the primary contact for our 24/7 crisis hotline.
==> Advise senior management regarding security issues.
Qualifications and skills required: Qualifications:
==> MA Degree preferred, or equivalent combination of education and work experience in the security field.
==> Minimum 7 years relevant experience.
==> An experienced manager and security expert with appropriate industry experience.
==> Energetic, forward-thinking, and creative, with high ethical standards and an appropriate professional image.
==> Previous military or senior international civil police experience in developing, implementing and monitoring security plans and systems.
==> Experience implementing overseas security activities in coordination with USG, UN and/or host country security forces or security teams; preferably in the context of humanitarian operations
==> Knowledge of USAID and/or OFDA rules and regulations.
==> Strong communications skills and an ability to write clearly and concisely, as well as to make presentations to selected audiences and to represent DAI in a professional manner.
education: 4
jobtype: 2
Starting date: 9/1/05
Deadline for submission of applications: 8/30/05
Submit your applications to: Office of Human Resources
Applications must be emailed to: ohr@dai.com
Instructions to applicants: MUST SPECIFY EXACT JOB TITLE WITH CV SUBMISSION
Level
of responsibility and salary commensurate with background and experience.
Interested candidates should send resume and cover letter to: Development
Alternatives, Inc.,
Follow up: 2
IMPORTANT MESSAGE: 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.
Contracts Administrator (Pricing/Cost/Proposals) +b
Posted by: Gayle Bass <ohr@dai.com>
Organization name: Development Alternatives, Inc.
Place
of assignment:
Country of assignment: US
Job
description: Development Alternatives, Inc. (DAI), a dynamic global consulting
firm located in
Responsibilities include: cost, pricing, proposal preparation, contract/subcontract negotiation, and cradle-to-grave contract admin. Req: BA/BS, preferably in Business, Finance, or Economics; 4-6 years exp. in federal contracts mgmt, preferably in a professional services environment; demonstrated knowledge of the FAR and FFP, T&M, CPFF, and IDIQ type contracts, strong spreadsheet & writing skills. Highly desirable: USAID or other int'l exp., knowledge of AIDAR, cost/price analysis required, grants, and/or commercial contracting. DAI offers a comprehensive benefits package and is conveniently located near metro station.
Qualifications and skills required: MUST SPECIFY EXACT JOB TITLE WITH CV SUBMISSION
Interested
candidates should send resume & salary requirements to DAI,
education: 4
jobtype: 2
Starting date: 9/1/05
Salary range: 60k - 70k range
Deadline for submission of applications: 8/25/05
Submit your applications to: Office of Human Resources
Applications must be emailed to: ohr@dai.com
Follow up: 2
IMPORTANT MESSAGE: 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.
Vice President (Agriculture & Natural Resources) +b
Posted by: Gayle Bass <ohr@dai.com>
Organization name: Development Alternatives, Inc.
Place
of assignment:
Country of assignment: US
Job
description: DEVELOPMENT ALTERNATIVES, INC. (DAI) is a global consulting firm
providing economic development solutions to governments, communities, and
companies in developing and transitioning countries. Founded in 1970 and
headquartered in the
DAI is recruiting an experienced international development manager and leader to assume the role of Vice President for the Agriculture and Natural Resources Group. The Group Vice President is a profit center manager, overseeing four Practice Managers, a new business coordinator, and business manager. The practices in ANR include Water Resources, Natural Resources Management, Alternative Development, and Agriculture and Agribusiness. The Group VP reports to the Chief Operating Officer.
Responsibilities:
The Group Vice President is a leader and senior manager in the DAI organizational structure. The Group is a profit center and has shared responsibility with the Business Development Unit for winning new business. The principal responsibilities of the Group Vice President are:
• Developing medium- and long-term strategic plans in line with DAI’s strategy for growth and geographic expansion of the Agriculture and Natural Resource lines of business.
• Preparing an annual operating plan and budget that supports new business development, thought leadership, professional career development, and profitability.
• Delivering results against short- and long-term operational and strategic goals.
• Providing leadership to group and
practice staff and consultants in the
• Ensuring that the Group’s activities and projects meet or exceed DAI’s ethical and quality standards.
• Actively participating in DAI’s Senior Management Team.
Qualifications and skills required:
• Advanced degree in related field; Ph.D., in a development or related field strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 15 years of experience in the international development field, preferably in roles of increasing responsibility and breadth.
• Be a high-performing, self-motivated, entrepreneurial, results-driven, customer-service oriented individual who works well in a deadline driven, multi-tasking, cross-cultural business environment.
• Possess a deep knowledge of the international economic development field, with a special knowledge of agricultural and natural resources.
• Have direct experience in implementing and managing projects financed by USAID.
• Have considerable experience managing in a for-profit business, including P&L responsibility.
• Demonstrated success in the management of large diverse teams including technical experts.
• Experienced in managing, developing, and mentoring managers.
• Ability to energize staff at all levels.
education: 4
jobtype: 2
Starting date: 9/1/05
Deadline for submission of applications: 8/30/05
Submit your applications to: Office of Human Resources
Applications must be emailed to: ohr@dai.com
Instructions to applicants: MUST SPECIFY EXACT JOB TITLE WITH CV SUBMISSION
Salary
will be commensurate with background and experience. Interested candidates
should send a resume and cover letter to: Development Alternatives, Inc.
Attn.: Office of Human Resources or fax: (732) 358-5072 or e-mail: ohr@dai.com
No phone inquiries accepted.
Follow up: 1
IMPORTANT MESSAGE: 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.
Plan
Plan Timor Leste is implementing early childhood care and development in homes, community centers and schools run by mothers and caregivers and the government for children below 6 years old. The home and center-based project aims to set up crčches or play groups that will be run by mothers/volunteers who will receive training from experts in the field of child development and child and maternal health and safe motherhood. The project is set up to cover 3 phases; the preparatory, pilot and replication phases. The school based projects are run under the supervision of the Ministry of Education and Plan extends support to both the ECCD Unit of the government as well as pre-schools in covered communities through curriculum development and review, training of trainers, teachers and monitoring of teachers’ application of teaching methodologies.
General Objective of the Project
To provide opportunities for the essential development of children under 6 years old through training of teachers, parents, caregivers, youth, leaders and community volunteers so that they acquire and develop the knowledge and skills required in the stimulation of early childhood.
Major Responsibilities:
Ř Promote ECCD and facilitate community ownership of the project
