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There are 5 messages in this issue:

Message 1 - Job Vacancies from Idealist.org

Message 2 - Staff Associate, Governance and Institutional Development Sector +b

Message 3 - Assistant Director, Human Rights Program +b

Message 4 - Program Associate, Americas Program +b

Message 5 - Senior Community Development Specialist, Afghanistan +b

Job Vacancies from Idealist.org

New jobs: (129)

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Planning & Governance Assistant

   Society for Neuroscience

   http://www.idealist.org/match/183353475-250

   Washington, District of Columbia, United States

   Salary:

Staff Writer/Editor

   Society for Neuroscience

   http://www.idealist.org/match/183361879-285

   Washington, District of Columbia, United States

   Salary:

Staff Writer-Editor

   Society for Neuroscience

   http://www.idealist.org/match/183370234-73

   Washington, District of Columbia, United States

   Salary:

Project Coordinator

   Josephson Institute of Ethics

   http://www.idealist.org/match/183391411-11

   Los Angeles, California, United States

   Salary:

President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

   Erie Family Health Center

   http://www.idealist.org/match/183404583-141

   Chicago, Illinois, United States

   Salary: Commensurate with experience

Business Development Director Opportunities - Sacramento, CA

   American Heart Association - Western States Affiliate

   http://www.idealist.org/match/183420197-153

   Sacramento, California, United States

   Salary: Competitive salary plus generous incentive bonus opportunity

5th Grade Teachers for Urban Charter School

   Making Waves Education Program

   http://www.idealist.org/match/183430497-124

   Richmond, California, United States

   Salary:

Adoption Client Services and Marketing Assistant

   Jewish Family and Children's Services

   http://www.idealist.org/match/183454187-327

   San Francisco, California, United States

   Salary:

ENVIRONMENTAL ATTORNEY

   Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC)

   http://www.idealist.org/match/183462096-159

   Santa Monica, California, United States

   Salary:

School Dean (2), Grades K-4 and 5-8

   Explore Charter School, New York City

   http://www.idealist.org/match/183554580-88

   Brooklyn, New York, United States

   Salary: Commensurate with Experience

Literacy Specialist, Grades 5-8

   Explore Charter School, New York City

   http://www.idealist.org/match/183565376-317

   Brooklyn, New York, United States

   Salary: Commensurate with Experience

Middle School Spanish Teacher

   Explore Charter School, New York City

   http://www.idealist.org/match/183576937-43

   Brooklyn, New York, United States

   Salary: Commensurate with Experience

Middle School Foreign Language Teacher

   The East Harlem School at Exodus House

   http://www.idealist.org/match/183591781-6

   New York, New York, United States

   Salary: based on experience

Assistant Director

   PXE International

   http://www.idealist.org/match/183624977-4

   Washington, District of Columbia, United States

   Salary: $40 to $45K commensurate with experience

Development Assistant

   International House New York

   http://www.idealist.org/match/183667995-290

   New York, New York, United States

   Salary:

Operations Manager

   TEAM Schools, A Network of KIPP Schools (Newark, NJ)

   http://www.idealist.org/match/183694085-227

   Newark, New Jersey, United States

   Salary: Commensurate with Experience

Academic Coordinator

   The New School

   http://www.idealist.org/match/183744830-73

   New York, New York, United States

   Salary:

Chief of Staff, Office of the President

   Teach For America - Staff

   http://www.idealist.org/match/183760461-258

   New York, New York, United States

   Salary:

School Mental Health Professional

   North Cambridge Catholic High School, Inc.

   http://www.idealist.org/match/183790813-49

   Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States

   Salary: Commensurate with experience

Clinician

   La Alianza Hispana, Inc.

   http://www.idealist.org/match/183875851-187

   Roxbury, Massachusetts, United States

   Salary: Negotiable

HEALTH - Doctors

   DHRUVH SOCIAL AWARENESS FORUM

   http://www.idealist.org/match/183881099-264

   New Delhi, Delhi, India

   Salary: On mutually agreed

Managing Director

   Coalition for Smarter Growth of Washington, DC

   http://www.idealist.org/match/183885726-316

   Washington, District of Columbia, United States

   Salary: Depedent on Experience

Parent Intervention Health Education Specialist

   Johns Hopkins University Children's Center

   http://www.idealist.org/match/183892694-103

   Baltimore, Maryland, United States

   Salary: $14.57 - $20.05/hour

Associate Web Producer

   National Wildlife Federation Headquarters

   http://www.idealist.org/match/183915597-10

   Reston, Virginia, United States

   Salary: Based on Qualifications

Regional Director, Roots & Shoots California

   The Jane Goodall Institute/DC Area office

   http://www.idealist.org/match/183929935-24

   Los Angeles, California, United States

   Salary: DOE

Program Officer, Coral Triangle 27140

   World Wildlife Fund United States

   http://www.idealist.org/match/183951881-21

   Washington, District of Columbia, United States

   Salary:

Area Coordinator

   Jesuit Volunteer Corps: South

   http://www.idealist.org/match/183968372-282

   Houston, Texas, United States

   Salary: Salary commensurate with experience, excellent benefits.

Secretary/Intake Coordinator - IDSC

   Riverside Community Care

   http://www.idealist.org/match/184021658-261

   Wakefield, Massachusetts, United States

   Salary: Competitive

Office Manager/Executive Assistant

   Seattle Parks Foundation

   http://www.idealist.org/match/184028926-85

   Seattle, Washington, United States

   Salary: $27,000 starting plus benefits

Loan Officer

   ACCION International

   http://www.idealist.org/match/184076222-269

   Boston, Massachusetts, United States

   Salary: Commensurate with experience

Program Manager for CAVE & the Center for Community Service

   Associated Students, CSU Chico of California

   http://www.idealist.org/match/184084960-85

   Chico, California, United States

   Salary: $3,972.24

Director of Fundraising Events- Phoenix

   Cystic Fibrosis Foundation-National Chapter

   http://www.idealist.org/match/184093851-88

   Phoenix, Arizona, United States

   Salary:

EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT

   National 4-H Council

   http://www.idealist.org/match/184101097-173

   Chevy Chase, Maryland, United States

   Salary: Mid to High 50’s

Teachers and Administrative Coordinator

   The Neighborhood Academy, Pittsburgh, PA

   http://www.idealist.org/match/184110920-321

   Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States

   Salary:

Policy Advocate -- Environment Maryland

   State Environment Groups

   http://www.idealist.org/match/184128170-279

   Baltimore, Maryland, United States

   Salary: Commensurate with relevant experience. Great benefits.

Development Opportunities

   National Park Foundation

   http://www.idealist.org/match/184137894-289

   Washington, District of Columbia, United States

   Salary:

Associate Program Director

   Jumpstart for Young Children

   http://www.idealist.org/match/184163933-108

   Boston, Massachusetts, United States

   Salary: Commensurate with education and experience

Site Manager -- Boston

   Jumpstart for Young Children

   http://www.idealist.org/match/184206466-300

   Boston, Massachusetts, United States

   Salary: Range is $32,000-$38,000; excellent benefits

Administrative Associate

   AppleTree Early Learning Public Charter School

   http://www.idealist.org/match/184228310-250

   Washington, District of Columbia, United States

   Salary:

Campaign Director, Light The Night Walk

   The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, New York City Chapter

   http://www.idealist.org/match/184237699-115

   New York, New York, United States

   Salary: low 60's

Community Organizer & Special Projects Coordinator

   Bronx Lighthouse Charter School

   http://www.idealist.org/match/184266604-228

   Bronx, New York, United States

   Salary: Commensurate with experience.

Education Director

   Advocates for Children and Youth, MD

   http://www.idealist.org/match/184275879-192

   Baltimore, Maryland, United States

   Salary: Negotiable

Summer Camp Positions

   Helen Woodward Animal Center

   http://www.idealist.org/match/184316845-59

   Rancho Santa Fe, California, United States

   Salary: $9.75/hour

Outreach Coordinator

   Latino Economic Development Corporation, Inc.

   http://www.idealist.org/match/184365454-248

   Washington, District of Columbia, United States

   Salary: 40-45K

Membership Coordinator

   Oregon Wild - formerly Oregon Natural Resources Council

   http://www.idealist.org/match/184381684-159

   Portland, Oregon, United States

   Salary: $24,000 - $27,000 per year, plus benefits

Researcher

   Los Angeles Alliance for a New Economy

   http://www.idealist.org/match/184397512-275

   Los Angeles, California, United States

   Salary: Salary range starts at $45,000 and will depend on qualifications

and experience.

Educational & Employment Specialist

   Jewish Vocational Service

   http://www.idealist.org/match/184416212-287

   San Francisco, California, United States

   Salary: $34K - $38K, DOE

Children & Family Christian Formation Coordinator

   Bethany United Church of Christ

   http://www.idealist.org/match/184462020-3

   Seattle, Washington, United States

   Salary: DOE

Library Consultant

   Lithuania Christian College

   http://www.idealist.org/match/184469109-170

   Klaipeda, Lithuania

   Salary:

Social Sciences Department Chair

   Lithuania Christian College

   http://www.idealist.org/match/184473538-15

   Klaipeda, Lithuania

   Salary:

Controller

   Boston Plan for Excellence

   http://www.idealist.org/match/184481981-67

   Boston, Massachusetts, United States

   Salary: Competitive salary and benefits package

Director of Development Administration

   Facing History and Ourselves

   http://www.idealist.org/match/184508659-159

   Brookline, Massachusetts, United States

   Salary:

Research/Press Assistant

   Community Rights Counsel

   http://www.idealist.org/match/184533640-65

   Washington, District of Columbia, United States

   Salary: $25k to $30k commensurate with experience

Business Administration Department Chair

   Lithuania Christian College

   http://www.idealist.org/match/184560728-209

   Klaipeda, Lithuania

   Salary:

Data Analyst

   NYCDOE - Office of Student Enrollment Planning and Operations

   http://www.idealist.org/match/184569246-144

   New York, New York, United States

   Salary: $60,386 - $84,313

Java Web Developer/Software Developer

   Youth For Understanding USA

   http://www.idealist.org/match/184607693-236

   Bethesda, Maryland, United States

   Salary: $50K+

Program Director

   Jumpstart for Young Children

   http://www.idealist.org/match/184645297-52

   Washington, District of Columbia, United States

   Salary: Commensurate with education and experience

Special Assistant, Elementary School Enrollment

   NYCDOE - Office of Student Enrollment Planning and Operations

   http://www.idealist.org/match/184657064-308

   New York, New York, United States

   Salary: $60,386 - $84,313

MoPIRG Public Interest Advocate

   U.S. PIRG

   http://www.idealist.org/match/184670962-50

   St. Louis, Missouri, United States

   Salary: Commensurate with experience

Receptionist

   YWCA of the City of New York

   http://www.idealist.org/match/184680993-63

   New York, New York, United States

   Salary: $25,000 - $30,000

Lead Toddler Teacher

   Teri Lynne Lokoff Early Learning Center

   http://www.idealist.org/match/184716239-128

   Ambler, Pennsylvania, United States

   Salary: $9-$11 per hour

Participant Support Coordinator

   AFS-USA

   http://www.idealist.org/match/184727294-319

   Portland, Oregon, United States

   Salary: $31,000.00

Big Picture School Consultant

   The Big Picture Company Nationwide

   http://www.idealist.org/match/184738506-26

   Rhode Island, Midwest, California, United States

   Salary:

Technical Writer/Curriculum Designer

   The Efficacy Institute, Inc.

   http://www.idealist.org/match/184751733-80

   Waltham, Massachusetts, United States

   Salary: Competetive Salary + Excellent Benefits Package

Chief Operating Officer

   Partnership for Strong Families, Inc

   http://www.idealist.org/match/184767789-167

   Gainesville, Florida, United States

   Salary: $75000

Manager, Early Grade and Elementary School Enrollment

   NYCDOE - Office of Student Enrollment Planning and Operations

   http://www.idealist.org/match/184785648-120

   New York, New York, United States

   Salary: $73,270 - $95,075

Manager, Donor Communications and Grants

   Teach For America - Staff

   http://www.idealist.org/match/184799177-205

   New York, New York, United States

   Salary:

Office Manager

   KIPP Ujima Village Academy

   http://www.idealist.org/match/184822943-164

   Baltimore, Maryland, United States

   Salary: Based on experience

U.S. PIRG Donor Development Director

   U.S. PIRG

   http://www.idealist.org/match/184846968-111

   Boston, Massachusetts, United States

   Salary: $30,000 to $60,000 depending on experience

Manager, Enrollment Publications and Events

   NYCDOE - Office of Student Enrollment Planning and Operations

   http://www.idealist.org/match/184865771-194

   New York, New York, United States

   Salary: $73,270 - $95,075

Participant Support Manager

   AFS-USA

   http://www.idealist.org/match/184880844-154

   Portland, Oregon, United States

   Salary: $46,000.00

Teaching Positions Open 07/08

   JCDS, Boston's Jewish Community Day School

   http://www.idealist.org/match/184932400-289

   Watertown, Massachusetts, United States

   Salary:

Lifelong Learning Coach (LLC)

   DC Children & Youth Investment Trust Corporation

   http://www.idealist.org/match/184974057-46

   Washington, District of Columbia, United States

   Salary: $30,000 - $35,000

Executive Assistant

   Bottomless Closet of New York

   http://www.idealist.org/match/184999807-108

   New York, New York, United States

   Salary: $35,000-$37,000

Receptionist

   Bottomless Closet of New York

   http://www.idealist.org/match/185031911-52

   New York, New York, United States

   Salary: $15/hour

INTERNET PRODUCTION SPECIALIST

   The New York Botanical Garden

   http://www.idealist.org/match/185090417-243

   Bronx, New York, United States

   Salary:

Organizer/Lead Organizer

   SEIU District 1199P

   http://www.idealist.org/match/185127316-120

   Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, United States

   Salary: Varies with experience

Case Coordinator - CEP

   CASES

   http://www.idealist.org/match/185145504-294

   New York, New York, United States

   Salary: $30,000, plus excellent benefits.

Director, Research, APRO

   Family Health International

   http://www.idealist.org/match/185244970-212

   Bangkok, Thailand

   Salary:

External Relations Officer

   Family Health International

   http://www.idealist.org/match/185248993-52

   Arlington, Virginia, United States

   Salary:

Jobs Program Associate

   Strategic Actions for a Just Economy   (SAJE)

   http://www.idealist.org/match/185255644-5

   Los Angeles, California, United States

   Salary: $33,322 -$37,918 + benefits for full-time position

Family Support Specialist

   Washington Scholarship Fund

   http://www.idealist.org/match/185539004-17

   Washington, District of Columbia, United States

   Salary: Salary will be commensurate with experience. 

Regional Program Associate

   Population Council

   http://www.idealist.org/match/185544449-175

   Col. Villa Coyoacan, Mexico D.F., Mexico

   Salary: Commensurate with experience and education

SAT Prep Instructor

   Cypress Hills-College S.T.E.P.S

   http://www.idealist.org/match/185661968-247

   Brooklyn, New York, United States

   Salary:

Family Assistant

   The Educational Alliance, Inc. of New York

   http://www.idealist.org/match/185685506-2

   New York, New York, United States

   Salary: Union Scale

Environmental Educator

   Blue Ridge Outdoor Education Center

   http://www.idealist.org/match/185728046-164

   Toccoa, Georgia, United States

   Salary: : $230/wk + room/board & health insurance. 

Young Adult Education Instructor-SYEP

   CAMBA

   http://www.idealist.org/match/185764156-321

   Brooklyn, New York, United States

   Salary: Competitive Salary

Program Coordinator

   Alternative House

   http://www.idealist.org/match/185778845-187

   Vienna, Virginia, United States

   Salary: $32,000

Project Manager, Central Asia

   Internews Network

   http://www.idealist.org/match/185805125-288

   Kazakhstan

   Salary:

Communications Assistant

   Friends of the Greenbelt Foundation

   http://www.idealist.org/match/185811006-211

   Toronto, Ontario, Canada

   Salary:

High School English Teacher

   Cloud Forest School

   http://www.idealist.org/match/185835793-223

   Monteverde, Puntarenas, Costa Rica

   Salary: about $465/month plus bonuses

Career Advisor #4214

   American University

   http://www.idealist.org/match/185841628-330

   Washington, District of Columbia, United States

   Salary:

Director of Volunteer Services

   Council on Accreditation (COA)

   http://www.idealist.org/match/185850861-17

   New York, New York, United States

   Salary: Commensurate with experience

Director - Citywide Steward Summer Camp

   Solar Youth, Inc.

   http://www.idealist.org/match/185874611-237

   New Haven, Connecticut, United States

   Salary: D.O.E.

Citycology Coordinator

   Solar Youth, Inc.

   http://www.idealist.org/match/185894282-202

   New Haven, Connecticut, United States

   Salary: D.O.E.

Technical Research Assistant K-12 Education

   MDRC

   http://www.idealist.org/match/185916281-272

   New York, New York, United States

   Salary:

Assistant Director

   TiE-DC, The Innovation Ecosystem

   http://www.idealist.org/match/185936203-218

   Falls Church, Virginia, United States

   Salary: 20-30k per year, depending on experience; Health insurance.

Administrative Assistant

   Jewish Foundation for Education of Women

   http://www.idealist.org/match/185946895-54

   New York, New York, United States

   Salary: $30,000-$40,000

President and Chief Executive Officer

   The Center for Women and Families of Eastern Fairfield County, Inc.

   http://www.idealist.org/match/185981341-113

   Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States

   Salary: $66,000 - $100,000 DOE

Research Associate/Senior Research Associate

   MDRC

   http://www.idealist.org/match/185993907-271

   New York, New York, United States

   Salary:

Special Assistant to Co-Founder/Senior Advisor

   NewSchools Venture Fund

   http://www.idealist.org/match/186003606-236

   San Francisco, California, United States

   Salary: Competitive

Supervsior II-YABC

   CAMBA

   http://www.idealist.org/match/186009980-297

   Brooklyn, New York, United States

   Salary: Competitive Salary

Housing Specialist Supervisor

   CAMBA

   http://www.idealist.org/match/186015187-139

   Brooklyn, New York, United States

   Salary: Competitive Salary

Senior Community Health Educator

   Planned Parenthood League of Massachusetts

   http://www.idealist.org/match/186064524-267

   Springfield, Massachusetts, United States

   Salary:

Grass Roots Organizer

   Planned Parenthood League of Massachusetts

   http://www.idealist.org/match/186088633-40

   Boston, Massachusetts, United States

   Salary:

Executive Director

   Yosemite National Institutes

   http://www.idealist.org/match/186131274-213

   Sausalito, California, United States

   Salary: DOE

After - school Director

   Alianza

   http://www.idealist.org/match/186165436-13

   New York, New York, United States

   Salary: competitve

Coordinator, Alumni Support (San Francisco)

   Teach For America - Staff

   http://www.idealist.org/match/186198097-169

   San Francisco, California, United States

   Salary:

Mental Health Therapist

   Alianza

   http://www.idealist.org/match/186205053-255

   New York, New York, United States

   Salary: competitive

Supervisor, Mental Health Clinic

   Alianza

   http://www.idealist.org/match/186214843-328

   New York, New York, United States

   Salary: competitive

Lead Organizer/Project Coordinator

   California Community Foundation

   http://www.idealist.org/match/186270302-96

   Los Angeles, California, United States

   Salary: $50,000

Site Manager - Prince George's County Model Schools Initiative

   The New Teacher Project

   http://www.idealist.org/match/186282776-31

   Washington, District of Columbia, United States

   Salary: $50,000 - $55,000

Field Director, LA Preschool Advocacy Initiative

   California Community Foundation

   http://www.idealist.org/match/186294525-314

   Los Angeles, California, United States

   Salary: $65,000 - $75,000

Staff and Development Training Specialist

   Ounce of Prevention Fund

   http://www.idealist.org/match/186301322-77

   Chicago, Illinois, United States

   Salary:

School Administrative Assistant

   Bronx Lighthouse Charter School

   http://www.idealist.org/match/186309058-219

   Bronx, New York, United States

   Salary: Commensurate with experience.

Senior Program Advisor- BLN

   Ounce of Prevention Fund

   http://www.idealist.org/match/186318246-223

   Chicago, Illinois, United States

   Salary: minimum $45,000

Education Manager

   Ounce of Prevention Fund

   http://www.idealist.org/match/186325992-242

   Chicago, Illinois, United States

   Salary:

Master Teacher

   Ounce of Prevention Fund

   http://www.idealist.org/match/186365317-94

   Chicago, Illinois, United States

   Salary: minimum $40,000

Teacher Assistant

   Ounce of Prevention Fund

   http://www.idealist.org/match/186371800-65

   Chicago, Illinois, United States

   Salary:

Distance Learning Specialist

   Ounce of Prevention Fund

   http://www.idealist.org/match/186380524-174

   Chicago, Illinois, United States

   Salary:

Book Keeper

   MY TURN, Inc.

   http://www.idealist.org/match/186416817-189

   Brockton, Massachusetts, United States

   Salary: Competitive

Case Manager - Brockton MA

   MY TURN, Inc.

   http://www.idealist.org/match/186423451-174

   Brockton, Massachusetts, United States

   Salary: Negotiable

Case Manager - Nashua NH

   MY TURN, Inc.

   http://www.idealist.org/match/186429128-263

   Nashua, New Hampshire, United States

   Salary: Negotiable

Career Advisor - Brockton MA

   MY TURN, Inc.

   http://www.idealist.org/match/186435869-112

   Brockton, Massachusetts, United States

   Salary: Competitive

GED Instructor - Nashua NH

   MY TURN, Inc.

   http://www.idealist.org/match/186443598-91

   Nashua, New Hampshire, United States

   Salary: Negotiable

GED Instructor - Brockton

   MY TURN, Inc.

   http://www.idealist.org/match/186456698-158

   Brockton, Massachusetts, United States

   Salary: Competitive

Adminitrative Assistant

   Boston Preparatory Charter Public School

   http://www.idealist.org/match/186464522-208

   Hyde Park, Massachusetts, United States

   Salary: 30,000 - 35,000

AmeriCorps*VISTA

   Campus Compact for New Hampshire

   http://www.idealist.org/match/186488018-273

   New Hampshire, United States

   Salary: $10,380-$10,908

SENIOR ADMINISTRATIVE AIDE

   Weill Cornell Medical College

   http://www.idealist.org/match/186515767-106

   New York, New York, United States

   Salary:

Important Message to All Applicants: 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.

Staff Associate, Governance and Institutional Development Sector +b

Posted by: Chris Donner

Name of company or organization : ARD, Inc.

Place of Assignment :  USA  

Job description : Home Office: STAFF ASSOCIATE, GOVERNANCE AND INSTITUTIONAL DEVELOPMENT SECTOR

ARD, Inc. has an immediate opening for a Staff Associate in our Governance and Institutional Development Sector at corporate headquarters in Burlington, Vermont.  This professional will assist in coordinating the firm’s democracy and governance consulting activities.  ARD’s Governance and Institutional Development Sector focuses on democracy and good governance, (legislative development, local governance, anti-corruption, rule of law, conflict mitigation and management), providing technical assistance to national, regional and local governments, civil society organizations, and communities in developing countries. This is an ideal position for a self-motivated individual with about five years of professional international experience who is interested in developing and pursuing a career in international technical assistance consulting.

Responsibilities

This is a technical staff position offering the opportunity to work with senior international development professionals, undertake international travel, build skills, and advance an international career.  Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

* Providing technical assistance either for short-term international assignments or in a home office advisory capacity

* Assisting in all aspects of proposal preparation

* Assisting with recruitment and selection of technical consultants

* Participating with firm\'s general marketing activities and new business development

Job qualifications : Essential Qualifications

* Graduate degree in political science, public administration, law or a related field;

* Preferred areas of expertise include political/institutional analysis, local governance/municipal management, public finance, legislative development, rule of law, civil society, security sector reform, and conflict mitigation/management/ resolution;

* Prior experience in technical assistance programming to promote democratic governance in developing and transitioning countries;

* Strong knowledge of international donor projects and/or USAID funded projects highly desired.

* Excellent writing skills are essential.

* Energetic and enthusiastic collaborative team player.

* Must be an energetic and driven self-starter.

* Must have strong cross-cultural relations and inter-personal communication skills.

* Speaking and reading proficiency in at least one foreign language is required.

* High level proficiency in MS Office applications.

* High level multi-tasking capabilities.

* Must be comfortable working in a fast paced and sometimes intense work environment.

* Availability for 30-40% international travel;

* U.S. citizenship or a valid U.S. work permit is an absolute requirement.

Nationality : * U.S. citizenship or a valid U.S. work permit is an absolute requirement.

Education : Masters degree 

Job type :  Full-time, long-term

Deadline for submission of applications : July 11, 2007

Submit applications to : Home Office Jobs at this email address homeofficejobs@ardinc.com  

Instructions to applicants : To apply:  Please email a letter of application along with a current curriculum vitae (CV) in reverse chronological format to homeofficejobs@ardinc.com

Please refer to SA GID in the subject line.

Applicants must complete the U.S. Department of Labor’s Employment Opportunity form (available at:  http://www.ardinc.com/careers/eeform.php)  

using Job Code: SA GID

Applications that do not meet the minimum requirements listed above will not be considered. No phone calls will be accepted. 

ARD, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Follow-up : Applicants need not do follow-ups 

Important Message to All Applicants: 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.

Assistant Director, Human Rights Program +b

Posted by: Sabrina Burnett

Name of company or organization : The Carter Center

Place of Assignment : USA

Job description : The Carter Center is guided by a fundamental commitment to human rights and the alleviation of human suffering; it seeks to prevent and resolve conflicts, enhance freedom and democracy, and improve health.

The Assistant Director for the Human Rights the will assist the Program Director with developing the strategy and management of Human Rights programs and projects, including budget development, fundraising, and public relations. The Assistant Director will represent the program in various forums, including both Carter Center institutional functions and with external clients as needed. He/She may conduct applied research, publish articles, manage program publications, expert meetings, and other projects.

Job qualifications : The successful candidate will have an advanced degree in law, international affairs, or public policy and five years of program related experience in international human rights, and familiarity with NGOs and project-based fundraising. Candidates must also be able to demonstrate strong leadership abilities and management experience; diplomacy, tact, and discretion; the ability to work as part of a team; and excellent written and oral communication skills in English. Language proficiency in French or Arabic is also preferred. Experience developing and implementing international programs in the justice sector, familiarity with the United Nations system, including the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights, and extensive regional expertise in Africa and/or the Middle East is also desired.

Education : Masters degree

Job type : Full-time, long-term

Deadline for submission of applications : open until filled

Submit applications to : Sabrina Burnett at this email address scallah@emory.edu

Follow-up : Applicants need not do follow-ups

Important Message to All Applicants: 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.

Program Associate, Americas Program +b

Posted by: Sabrina Burnett

Name of company or organization : The Carter Center

Place of Assignment :  USA  

Job description : The Carter Center is guided by a fundamental commitment to human rights and the alleviation of human suffering; it seeks to prevent and resolve conflicts, enhance freedom and democracy, and improve health.

The Program Associate for the Americas program will conduct research on, designs, implements, and coordinate Americas Program activities, including Inter-American Relations projects and in support of the Council of Presidents and Prime Ministers, and the Friends of the Inter-American Democratic Charter.  This position works with relevant consultants and external experts to achieve project goals, as well as, works with Project Manager to develop budgets and proposals, and to manage grants and project materials and information. He/She will assist in coordination of meetings, travel and conferences for assigned projects and serve as intern supervisor and may supervise graduate assistants.

Job qualifications : A high level of oral and written Spanish is required and the successful candidate will have a Master\'s degree in political science, economics, Latin American studies, or international affairs or development, or law degree, and two years of related work experience as well as extensive knowledge of Latin America and project management experience with an NGO, international agency or government agency. 

Education : Masters degree 

Job type :  Full-time, long-term

Deadline for submission of applications : open until filled

Submit applications to : Sabrina Burnett at this email address scallah@emory.edu   

Instructions to applicants : To apply for this position, please send cover letter and resume to: The Carter Center, HR, One Copenhill Avenue, Atlanta, Georgia 30307; FAX: (404) 420-3818; Email: scallah@emory.edu  

Follow-up : Applicants need not do follow-ups 

Important Message to All Applicants: 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.

Senior Community Development Specialist, Afghanistan +b

Posted by: Chris Donner

Name of company or organization : ARD, Inc. 

Place of Assignment :  Afghanistan  

Job description : SENIOR COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST, AFGHANISTAN

ARD, Inc. is accepting expressions of interest from highly qualified potential candidates for the position of Senior Community Development Specialist for a USAID-funded project in Afghanistan. This project is aimed at improving the capacity of provincial and district-level governments to deliver services to Afghan citizens in rural areas, and to encourage Afghan communities to begin taking charge of their own development needs in partnership with legitimate local authorities. This position will require residence in Kabul for at least 2 years, this opening is immediate.

Responsibilities include managing local community mobilization staff and NGO implementing partners to identify and develop community based social infrastructure projects and associated activities.  The position will also assist in developing local governance participation in community based project activities.   The position will be responsible for tracking and managing multiple complex project activities, assisting in contracting with vendors and service providers, and monitoring and reporting project status, and insuring compliance with USAID development standards.  The ideal candidate is a highly organized and experienced local government and social infrastructure professional with strong program management skills. 

Job qualifications : Qualifications:

--Advanced degree (minimum Masters) in urban planning, engineering, community development or relevant field;

--Minimum 5 years experience as an urban planner, civil engineer, community development specialist, public administrator or combination there of, preferably in a developing country context;

--Track record for successful development and implementation of community development and/or urban planning activities including:

- program design

- program management and direction

- local community outreach and government relations

- infrastructure development, particularly project management

-community participation activities, incorporating illiterate populations a plus

--USAID program management experience is required

--Knowledge of USAID environmental and construction standards and procedures and experience in construction contracts management with USAID preferred

--Demonstrated ability to identify, mobilize, and supervise qualified local consultants, suppliers and contractors, and resource organizations

--Additional experience in governance, public administration, constituent services or conflict mitigation is preferred

--Experience in Infrastructure development and management preferred

--Experience working in Afghanistan or other Islamic context preferred;

--English fluency is required.

Education : Masters degree   

Job type :  Contractual job       

Deadline for submission of applications : May 30, 2007

Submit applications to : Erin Hughes   at this email address ehughes@ardinc.com  

Instructions to applicants : To apply:

Please email full, current CV in reverse chronological format to ehughes@ardinc.com  or fax to Erin Hughes at  1-802-658-4247. Please refer to Afghanistan CD in the subject line. Applications that do not meet the minimum requirements listed above will not be considered. No phone calls will be accepted.

ARD, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Follow-up : Applicants need not do follow-ups

Important Message to All Applicants: 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.