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There are 8 messages in this issue:
Message 1 - Project Manager/Small
Message 2 - New Business Coordinator +b
Message 3 - Principle Development Specialist (Agriculture & Natural Resources) +b
Message 4 - Global Security Manager (Operations Support) +b
Message 5 - Contracts Administrator (Pricing/Cost/Proposals) +b
Message 6 - Vice President (Agriculture & Natural Resources) +b
Message 7 - Plan
Message 8 - 10 Job Vacancies from AWID Resource Net
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Project
Manager/Small
Posted by: Ben Rempell <ben@makingcents.com>
Organization name: Making Cents International
Place of assignment:
Country of assignment: US
Job description: Making Cents International is small, woman owned consulting firm committed to job creation and improved livelihoods and opportunities through training and services for entrepreneurs, worldwide. We specialize in providing innovative educational materials and instructor training for organizations training youth or adults. Making Cents provides related training and consulting services for micro, small and medium enterprise development projects. Making Cents is known for our innovative use of experiential learning methodologies and achieving impact. For more information, please see our website, www.makingcents.com
The Project Manager/Small Enterprise Development Specialist will be responsible for:
• providing technical backstopping and management oversight for an existing global ICT curriculum development and distribution project (approximately half time)
• developing client relations, undertaking short-term training and consulting assignments (approximately quarter time)
• identifying new business opportunities, managing and writing competitive new business proposals (approximately quarter time),
• project backstopping and other assignments as necessary.
Qualifications and skills required: The position requires a responsible, mature candidate that is a self-starter, team player, problem solver and fast learner that can initiate and coordinate numerous activities with a minimum of supervision. Excellent writing skills are a must, as well as strong verbal communications and solid orientation toward organizing details and systems. The candidate must have strong organizational skills and the ability to multi-task. Other specific qualifications include:
• Bachelor’s degree, Masters degree preferred;
• At least four years relevant experience in the small enterprise development field that includes: consulting experience, project management and knowledge of and experience with developing business proposals for USAID funded projects;
• Experience working in the training sector in the field of microenterprise and/or the field of youth entrepreneurship;
• Ability to work in a multicultural environment with at least two years overseas experience;
• Marketing and presentation skills preferred;
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to work with short deadlines;
• Proven flexibility and entrepreneurial mindset;
• Foreign language proficiency;
• Ability to travel up to 25-30 percent of the year.
education: 4
jobtype: 2
Starting date: Mid September 2005
Salary range: Compensation will be commensurate with salary history. Making Cents also offers
Deadline for submission of applications: August 29, 2005
Submit your applications to: Ben Rempell
Applications must be emailed to: ben@makingcents.com
Instructions to applicants: To Apply: Submit resume and letter of interest including salary history to:
Recruit
Making Cents International
2900 M St. NW,
Or, by email: ben@makingcents.com.
Interviews are granted on a rolling basis; applicants are encouraged to apply early. Only finalists will be contacted. No phone calls please.
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.
New Business Coordinator +b
Posted by: Ben Rempell <ben@makingcents.com>
Organization name: Making Cents International
Place of
assignment:
Country of assignment: US
Job description:
Making Cents International seeks a motivated and well organized individual to
serve as a Project Coordinator in its home office in
The Project Coordinator will spend approximately half of his/her time providing substantive administrative support to a global development project. The other portion of time will be working with various senior Making Cents staff on new business activities related to international and domestic micro, small and medium enterprise training and consulting activities as well as youth entrepreneurship activities.
Qualifications and skills required: The position requires a responsible, mature candidate that is a self-starter, team player, problem solver and fast learner who enjoys working with people that can initiate and coordinate numerous activities with a minimum of supervision. Excellent writing skills are a must, as well as strong verbal communications and solid orientation toward organizing details and systems. The candidate must have strong organizational skills and the ability to multi-task. A background in education and business is essential. Other specific qualifications include:
• Bachelor’s degree, Masters degree preferred
• At least two years relevant work experience in education and/or marketing with substantive experience in the other
• Experience in international or domestic youth or adult entrepreneurship education as a teacher or trainer is preferred
• Ability to work in a multicultural environment
• Foreign language proficiency
• Overseas work experience preferred
• Two year commitment
education: 4
jobtype: 2
Starting date: Mid to Late September, 2005
Salary range: mid to high 30s plus competitive benefits package
Deadline for submission of applications: August 29, 2005
Submit your applications to: Ben Rempell
Applications must be emailed to: ben@makingcents.com
Instructions to applicants: Submit resume and letter of interest including salary history by mail or email to:
Recruit
Making Cents International
2900 M
St. NW,
Email: ben@makingcents.com ->Please note “Applic. for Coordinator Position” in subject line
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.
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Plan
Introduction
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 crèches 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:
Ø Promote ECCD and facilitate community ownership of the project
Ø Provide technical support in the areas of teachers’ training, care giver education, curriculum review and production of play arts and learning materials
Ø Continuously liaise and network with GOs, NGOs and other related organizations for information exchange and dissemination
Ø Form and meet regularly with the national coordinating committee as well as district project committees for home-based projects as part of capacity building structures that will manage the project
Ø Prepare Project Proposals for grant funding and prepare annual budget requirements
Ø Conduct training needs assessment for staff and project implementers
Ø Develop training modules/curriculum/learning materials based on assessed needs
Ø Facilitate workshops and trainings for Plan staff, partner staff, teachers, parents, playgroup leaders, children and youth
Ø Monitor and report on project progress and accomplishments to donors and relevant agencies
Ø Work with the technical and program staff for monitoring and evaluation of projects
Selection Criteria:
Essential
· Tertiary qualification in a relevant discipline (most likely in Child Psychology or Child Development)
· Experience in management and implementation of Early Childhood Education programs
· Sound understanding of community development approach
· Experience in designing ECCD programs, training and producing teaching aids and learning materials
· Computer literate (Word and Excel)
· Fluency in written and spoken English
· Experience of working in cross cultural settings
· Willingness and ability to travel to remote communities
Desirable:
· Post graduate degree in Early Childhood Education or Child Psychology
· Experience in mentoring and building capacity of colleagues
· Ability to communicate in Tetun or Bahasa
Base Location : Plan Timor Leste Country Office in Dili with frequent field work
Terms and Conditions:
Salary: USD 28,800. per annum, or net of $ 24,000 as $4,800 tax would be deducted
Lodging will be provided at a cost of $150. per month
Work Hours: 8:30 – 5:30 with Saturday work, whenever necessary
Leave: 12 work days for annual and 12 work days for sick leave
Probationary Period: Subject to a three-month satisfactory performance
Interested candidates please send CV following with covering letter explaining why you think you are suitable for the position to:
Plan
or e-mail to: aro.ro@plan-international.org
Closing date is 19 August 2005
“As an international child-centered development organization, committed to the well-being of children and to supporting the Convention on the Rights of the Child, Plan does not tolerate child abuse.”
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.
10 Job Vacancies from AWID Resource Net
1) Gender and Social Development Specialist / The Inter-American
Development Bank /
2005.
DSCRIPTION:
This is a TURNOVER POSITION (open for external competition only).
Duration: 18 months.
The Inter-American Development Bank, the largest and leading
source of financing for regional development for Latin America and the
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
As a Gender and Social Development Specialist, the candidate will:
- Assist the Gender Equality in Development Unit of the Sustainable Development Department in providing policy, analytical and operational support to mainstreaming gender projects;
- Collaborate with Bank's Departments by providing technical advice and assistance to programming and project teams in the preparation, supervision, and evaluation of Bank programs and projects;
- Assess the need for and develop technical cooperations;
- Identify and document best practices in addressing gender equality issues in priority areas;
- Design, coordinate, and conduct gender training workshops, and assist in the production of reports, papers and special events;
- Participate in the review and quality control process of studies, programs and projects during its design, monitoring and evaluation.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Master's Degree /Licenciatura Degree in economics, public administration, sociology, political sciences or other related social sciences. PhD preferred.
- Minimum of 6 years of relevant experience in research, policy analysis and operational support to the programming, design and preparation of development projects with a gender perspective.
- Proficiency in English and Spanish. Working knowledge of French desirable.
SEE FULL DESCRIPTION AT:
https://enet.iadb.org/jobs/Postdetail.asp?PostingID=1014
TO APPLY:
Posting No.: T/05/23
Please apply ONLINE at:
https://enet.iadb.org/jobs/Postdetail.asp?PostingID=1014
(or see: http://www.iadb.org => ''Employment and Scholarships'' section)
CLOSING DATE: TUESDAY, AUGUST 30, 2005.
2) Urgent Need for Field
Staff in
DESCRIPTION:
Medecins Sans Frontieres
/ Doctors Without Borders Canada teams in
- Medical doctors (with skills in emergency and paediatrics);
- Nurses (especially with nutritional experience);
- Nutritionists (with experience in nutritional emergencies);
- Logistical staff (experience in the set up of feeding centres).
Experience with any organization will be considered and prior experience
in
TO APPLY:
Interested people should IMMEDIATELY e-mail a letter of interest and current resume to: (niger@msf.ca).
Website: http://www.msf.ca/#niger
3) Programme
Manager - Institutional
Women's Affairs) / UNDP /
August 22, 2005.
DESCRIPTION:
Duration of Assignment: 6 Months, with possibility of extension
The purpose of the post is to implement the Institutional Capacity
Building Program, which is funded by
One critical component of the UNDP programs for
SEE FULL DESCRIPTION OF RESPONSIBILITIES AT:
http://cfapp2.undp.org/jobs/view_job.cfm?job_id=572
REQUIREMENTS:
- Post-graduate academic background gender or/and development related disciplines.
- Seven to 10 years of relevant work experience, of which at least five years of professional experience in project management and other required fields with UN agencies, international agencies, government, NGOs and civil society organizations;
- Proven capacity to design and monitor programs in support of government.
- Strong capacity to have flexibility to meet high demands,
- Skills in leadership and organization, administration, negotiation, team building, staff supervision and development of cross cultural communication;
- Networking and partnership skills.
- Knowledge and experience of working in the post-conflict region and/or similar cultural context and/or countries in transition.
- Working knowledge of computers.
- Desirable: Familiarity
with gender issues in the context of the cultures of
TO APPLY:
Vacancy no: AFG/2005/253
Please apply ONLINE at: http://cfapp2.undp.org/jobs/view_job.cfm?job_id=572, or
see http://www.undp.org/jobs/view_categ1.html
Please indicate your date of availability in your application.
DEADLINE: APPLY BY AUGUST 22, 2005.
4)
August 26, 2005.
SUMMARY:
Duration of initial contract: One year
The Advisor will focus on developing and mobilizing resources for programs that address most critical issues Chinese women are facing with, particularly the economic security and rights issues, linking with CEDAW implementation, violence against women, and gender and HIV/AIDS. Also, s/he will actively conduct advocacy for these issues.
In addition, s/he will provide technical advice for the Resident Coordinator, the UN Country Team inter-agency theme groups, to ensure that gender is effectively mainstreamed in their development work.
The Advisor helps ensure that UNDP programmes integrate gender concerns and sensitivity in their approach to development, develop sufficient capacity in gender analysis and mainstreaming, and stay abreast of research and policy development. The advisor works closely with Government counterparts to identify alternative gender policy options and to enhance the policy impact of UNDP interventions.
As gender equality is fully incorporated in UNDP's core corporate services, the advisor is also expected to play a strong advocacy role, internally and externally, for promotion of gender equality, empowerment of women and girls, conformity to key international covenants such as CEDAW, and pursuit of MDGs with a gender perspective.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Master's Degree in the social sciences with a focus on gender and development.
- Minimum 7 to 10 years of work experience in gender issues or related inclusive development field at national and international levels.
- Ability to provide top quality policy advice services on gender issues. Specialized policy experience in gender mainstreaming and development issues.
- Substantial knowledge and experience of policies and measures to increase women's empowerment and effectiveness in decision-making at various levels.
- Ability to lead strategic planning, results-based management and reporting;
SEE FULL DESCRIPTION AT:
http://stone.undp.org/undpweb/ohr/ohrjbview.cfm?jaf_uid_c=1882
TO APPLY:
Reference number: ALD2005/0520
Please apply ONLINE at:
http://stone.undp.org/undpweb/ohr/ohrjbview.cfm?jaf_uid_c=1882, or
http://stone.undp.org/undpweb/ohr/ohrjobs.cfm
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: AUGUST 26, 2005.
5) Gender Advisor / UNDP /
Congo / Closing date: August 20, 2005.
DESCRIPTION:
Expected duration of assignment: one year (possibility of renewal)
The Gender Adviser will perform the following responsibilities:
- Provide technical advice
to the UNDP Country Director on CO's programmes and
projects in terms of gender mainstreaming. Promote good practices and lessons
learned in view of reinforcing the
- Provide strategic and policy advise to the Country Director with a focus on gender, gender mainstreaming, gender budgeting and development as well as enhancement of the Gender service line.
- Promote the integration of a gender approach;
- Plan concrete initiatives to support women's participation and gender mainstreaming within UNDP's contribution in national and UN-facilitated reintegration, recovery and special transition supportive activities in both urban and rural areas;
- Contribute to gender mainstreaming in the development and delivery of the Post Conflict Unit's communication strategy for reintegration, recovery and DDR.
- Develop a resourc