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There are 6 messages in this issue:
Message 1 - Court Administration Specialist,
Long-term and Consulting, Russia +b
Message 2 - Deputy Chief of Party,
Court Administration, Russia +b
Message 3 - International Advise UNDP-UNEP
Poverty Environment Initiative Malawi +b
Message
4 - Senior Human Resource Associate +b
Message 5 - Regional Fundraising Manager +b
Message 6 - Job Vacancies from ReliefWeb
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Court Administration Specialist, Long-term
and Consulting, Russia +b
Posted by:
Recruitment ( recruitment@msi-inc.com
)
Name of company or organization : Management Systems International (MSI)
Place of Assignment
: Russia
Job
description : Court Administration Specialist,
Long-term and Consulting, Russia
Company
Profile: Management Systems
International (MSI) is a global international development firm based in
Washington, D.C. providing specialized short- and long-term technical
assistance. Today, it has over 100 projects under management worldwide and its
technical expertise has been expanded to include implementation of a range of
analytical and field projects in democracy and governance, economic growth,
organizational capacity building, education, and natural resource
management. At the beginning of 2008,
MSI joined Coffey International, Ltd., a global multi-disciplinary professional
services organization with offices in 20 countries around the world. MSI became
a part of Coffey International Development (Coffey ID), one of seven divisions
which comprise the Coffey Group. Together, we aspire to create extraordinary
outcomes for our clients, our staff and the communities in which we work. For
more information on MSI, please visit our website at www.msiworldwide.com.
Position
Summary:
MSI
is looking for experienced court administration specialists for the upcoming
justice reform project in Russia. Both long term and short term assignments are
anticipated.
Responsibilities:
Directs and manages day-to-day
operations and support staff associated with the Russian legal court system;
Provide direct capacity building and
training sessions to local officials and high ranking figures within the legal
and justice system;
Serve as a resident expert on court
administration, systems and case flow management.
Job
qualifications : Qualifications:
Prior experience working in Russia or other
former Soviet Republic is required,
Ability to communicate in Russian is
highly desirable,
Prior experience working with trial
level courts and rural justice in the US is required,
Sound knowledge of court automation and
case flow management is required.
Only
candidates who have been selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone
calls, please.
To
apply, please visit our website: www.msiworldwide.com.
Education :
Bachelors degree
Job
type :
Full-time, short-term
Deadline
for submission of applications : August 24, 2008
Follow-up : Applicants need not do follow-ups
Important Message: Please mention clearly in your
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Deputy Chief of Party, Court Administration,
Russia +b
Posted by:
Recruitment ( recruitment@msi-inc.com
)
Name
of company or organization : Management Systems
International (MSI)
Place
of Assignment :
Russia
Job
description : Deputy Chief of Party, Court
Administration, Russia
Company
Profile: Management Systems
International (MSI) is a global international development firm based in
Washington, D.C. providing specialized short- and long-term technical
assistance. Today, it has over 100 projects under management worldwide and its
technical expertise has been expanded to include implementation of a range of
analytical and field projects in democracy and governance, economic growth,
organizational capacity building, education, and natural resource
management. At the beginning of 2008,
MSI joined Coffey International, Ltd., a global multi-disciplinary professional
services organization with offices in 20 countries around the world. MSI became
a part of Coffey International Development (Coffey ID), one of seven divisions
which comprise the Coffey Group. Together, we aspire to create extraordinary
outcomes for our clients, our staff and the communities in which we work. For
more information on MSI, please visit our website at www.msiworldwide.com.
Position
Summary:
MSI
is seeking candidates for a DCOP position for an upcoming justice reform
project in Russia. DCOP will work closely with the Chief of Party to manage the
day-to-day implementation of the project, collaborate with Russian counterparts
and work closely with USAID. DCOP will report to and work under the Chief of
Party.
Responsibilities:
Assist the Chief of Party in the overall
oversight and implementation of the justice reform project;
Work closely with the Russian justice
system, judges, court administrators and lawyers to determine needs and build
capacity;
Ensure that the project is compliant
with USAID rules and regulations;
Direct supervision of short-term
technical assistance (STTA) providers;
Travel as needed to hold workshops and
meet with court officials outside of Moscow.
Job
qualifications : Qualifications:
A degree in law with at least 5 years
work experience practicing law or working in the field of international legal
development;
Native or near native fluency in both
Russian and English, with excellent written and verbal communication skills;
Prior experience working for USAID and
knowledge of USAID rules and regulations preferred;
Superior analytical skills and prior
management experience is desirable;
Knowledge of rule of law reforms in
Russia and other former Soviet Republics required;
Please note: This position requires
travel within Russia.
Only
candidates who have been selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone
calls, please.
To
apply, please visit our website: www.msiworldwide.com.
Education :
Masters degree
Job
type :
Full-time, long-term
Deadline
for submission of applications : August 24, 2008
Submit
applications to : Recruitment at this email address NA
Follow-up : Applicants need not do follow-ups
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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International Advise UNDP-UNEP Poverty
Environment Initiative Malawi +b
Posted by: J Penrose
Name
of company or organization : UNDP-UNEP Poverty
Environment Initiative Malawi
Place
of Assignment :
Malawi
Job
description : The Ministry of Economic Planning and
Development (MEPD), UNDP Malawi and UNEP are seeking a highly skilled policy
analyst with strong experience in development planning processes, environmental
mainstreaming and experience of sub-Saharan Africa to act as the International
Technical Advisor for the Poverty & Environment Initiative (PEI) in Malawi.
Background
The
UNDP-UNEP supported PEI Malawi aims to enhance the contribution of the
sustainable management of natural resources to poverty reduction, sustainable
economic growth, food security and broader achievement of the Millennium
Development Goals. The PEI Malawi is led by the Ministry for Economic Planning
and Development (MEPD) in collaboration with the Ministry of Lands, Environment
and Natural Resources and several other Government institutions, UNDP Malawi and
the UNDP-UNEP PEI.
Key
responsibilities
The
Technical Advisor will provide advisory support to development and
implementation of the project activities, and share experience and
international good practises with MEPD and the
Government of Malawi within the field of mainstreaming poverty-environment
issues into national development policy-making, planning and budgeting
processes. S/he will be stationed at the MEPD, under the overall supervision of
the Director of Planning, and work in close collaboration with the National
Project Manager, PEI Malawi Technical Committee, UNDP Malawi and the UNDP-UNEP
PEI. Further, the Advisor will maintain links with development partners and the
international poverty and environment community.
Job
qualifications : Candidates should possess: a Masters degree in a development
or natural resources management related field; minimum of 7 years professional
experience in development and environment policy related field, including
experience in national development planning process; knowledge and working
experience in Sub-Saharan Africa and ideally Southern Africa; strong background
in planning and budgeting; strong interpersonal skills with ability to work
under pressure and to establish and maintain effective work relationships with
people of different national and cultural backgrounds; strong team working
skills and willingness to travel; excellent communication skills and full
computer literacy.
Education :
Masters degree
Job
type :
Contractual job
Start-up
date : October 2008 or as soon as possible thereafter
Deadline
for submission of applications : 25 August 2008
Submit
applications to : Peter Kalitera
(UNDP) & Anne Mburu (UNEP) at this email address peter.kalitera@undp.org or recruitment.mw@undp.org and to anne.mburu@unep.org
Instructions
to applicants : For more details please see: http://www.undp.org.mw/vacancies.html.
To
discuss the post please contact david.smith@unep.org
Applications
with CV and presentation letter should be sent by 25 August 2008 to peter.kalitera@undp.org or recruitment.mw@undp.org
and to anne.mburu@unep.org.
Follow-up : Applicants need not do follow-ups
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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Senior Human Resource Associate +b
Posted by:
Dawn Butcher
Name of company or organization : Urban Institute
Place of Assignment
: USA
Job description
: New Senior Research Associate Position IDG
This is a Home office
position
Start
date: No later than September 15, 2008
The
Urban Institutes Center on International Development and Governance has an
immediate opening for a Senior Research Associate. (This UI center was known as
the International Activities Center until July 2008)
The
Senior Research Associate (SRA) will be responsible for designing, implementing
and evaluating research and technical assistance projects related to
democratization, economic and social development in developing world. The SRA will be a leader in the Urban
Institutes initiatives addressing one or more of the areas of:
decentralization and local governance, performance management, urban development,
intergovernmental cooperation, anti-corruption activities, municipal finance,
infrastructure, public service delivery, legislative, policy and institutional
reform, local economic development, and civil society strengthening for civic
engagement.
The
SRA will assist and take the lead in writing proposals for additional project
funding; help manage projects; and mentor staff overseas and in the home office
in Washington, DC. The job will require
international travel of up to 25% of time.
More
specifically, the Senior Research Associate will be expected to:
1. Develop and lead research or technical
assistance projects.
2. Work with project teams to develop
evidence-based approaches to policy formulation and implementation.
3. Disseminate results of research and
projects to developing country counterparts and peers in written and other
formats.
4. Contribute to UI knowledge management,
communications and external relations
5. Contribute to managing the budget, staff,
schedule, and substantive reporting for selected program activities
6. Write technical
proposals for funding for programs and research from USAID, the World Bank,
foundations, and other bilateral and multi-lateral donors
7. Contribute to recruiting, mentoring, and
developing relationships with donor contacts and partner organizations.
Job
qualifications : The ideal candidate will have a
minimum of 10 years experience in international development. He/she will hold
at least a Masters degree or Ph.D. (preferred) in Economics, Law, Public
Administration, Urban Planning, Public Policy, or other social sciences.
Candidate
must have:
Experience in conducting research and translating that into technical
assistance, training, and advice to governments in developing countries
Excellent analytical ability
Demonstrated success in fundraising from foundations and other donors.
Experience in conducting trainings and workshops.
Successful project and budget management skills, excellent sponsor relationship
skills
Excellent oral and written communication skills in English
Preferred
skills include:
Survey design and analysis
Fluency in Spanish, French, Arabic,
Urdu, Russian or other languages
The
ideal candidate will have the ability to work in the international development
field showing excellent judgment and sensitivity to the local and cultural
context. Ability to work with a team and
also be a team leader is required. Successful candidates will be self-starters
with organizational skills and ability to produce high-quality work under time
pressure.
Please
include publication record and three references from clients and supervisors.
Nationality : All are encouraged to apply!
Education :
Masters degree
Job
type :
Full-time, long-term
Start-up
date : September 15, 2008
Deadline
for submission of applications : September 1, 2008
Submit
applications to : Dawn Butcher at this email address
NA
Instructions
to applicants : To be considered for this job opening
you must go to jobs-urban.icims.com and complete an application. This is job
number 1434.
Follow-up : Applicants need not do follow-ups
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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Regional Fundraising Manager +b
Posted by: Sandra S. van Doesburg
Name of company or organization :
SNV/Netherlands Development Organization
Place of Assignment : Burkina
Job description : Regional
Fundraising Manager
SNV Netherlands Development Organisation is dedicated
to a society where all people enjoy the freedom to pursue their own sustainable
development. We serve some 3,000 clients globally. We give management advice,
strengthen producer and stakeholder platforms, boost market intelligence,
improve access to finance and develop local service providers. Our clients are
selected for their track record and potential to make a tangible and
sustainable increase in jobs and deliver efficient value for money basic
services. Our geographical footprint in some of the worlds poorest and most
remote communities with 100 offices in 33 countries in 5 regions is second to
none. Our team is made up of 1,500 highly professional and dedicated staff
largely local, 30 per cent of whom are women.
We have more than 40 years history. We take risk, test solutions and seek to
scale up models that are found effective. To increase impact, we work together
with all those who can make a difference. Our finances benefit from generous
support of the Dutch taxpayer leveraged against private and public funding.
We seek an experienced professional who will deliver
on SNV ambitions to leverage and diversify our financial resources in WCA. The
2008 regional target of Euro 3 Million is already met. The Development Manager
is expected to attract a minimum of Euro 5 million annually in 2009 increasing
to Euro 8 Million in 2015.
Summary of Responsibilities:
Reporting to the regional director (RD), the Regional
Fundraising Manager is a member of the regional management team. S/he will
liaise closely with peers in the other 4 SNV regions and with relevant Head
Office staff in the Netherlands. This position will focus on creating a
long-range fundraising plan for the region and updating it yearly; cultivating
and soliciting donors, instituting a public-relations program; organizing
appropriate staff training; maintaining fundraising records; writing and
sending fundraising applications; sending follow up notes or overseeing that
task; reporting to large donors on specific projects; and visiting major
donors. This will require understanding of donor requirements and assessing
compatibility with SNVs values, mission, strategy and policies.
Key responsibilities:
1. Resource Mobilization
Lead the
development of regional fundraising strategies and draft regional fundraising
plans, including budgets (in close collaboration with the Regional Controller),
with realistic targets and milestones, in line with SNV mission and policies
Map,
cultivate and solicit relevant donors, focusing on multilateral and bilateral
organizations, corporations, foundations, and private funders in cooperation
with senior regional staff and country directors
Drive
the development of regional branding and PR
Inspire,
coach and organise appropriate training for key staff engaged in fundraising
Maintain
efficient administration of regional fundraising initiatives: oversee an
effective donor management system, write proposals, develop effective donor
relations communication tools, ensure proper reporting and compliance
2. Knowledge Development and Strategic Planning
Nurture
strong links with knowledge development networks to profile SNV and the WCA
region
Oversee
and analyze research to identify new sources of funding
Stay
abreast of philanthropic, economic , social and
community trends related to SNV in collaboration with the regional knowledge
managers
Ensure
that SNV staff, partners and clients in the region are informed of trends and
initiatives that might impact on the programmes and strategic positioning
choices of the organization
Regular travel within and outside of the region is
necessary.
Duty Station: The duty station is Ouagadougou, the
capital of Burkina Faso.
Health services: reasonable to good
Educational facilities: there are a variety of
international schools, including French and American. There is a Dutch school
for additional Dutch language training for several hours per week.
Security situation:
good
Accessibility: six times a week direct flights to and
from Europe, daily via other hubs.
Length of contract: 3 years with possible extension
Starting date: ASAP
Salary to be negotiated. SNV offers good secondary expat conditions.
Job qualifications : REQUIRED
EXPERIENCE
Education; Bachelors degree required. Advanced degree
preferred
Work experience
Minimum
5 years of relevant experience in development/fundraising concepts and
solicitation techniques
An
organized and strategic approach to fundraising with experience in developing,
managing and coordinating successful fundraising efforts (experience in Africa
preferred)
Demonstrated
success in the cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of foundations and
corporate donors
Demonstrated
ability to conceptualize and describe funding needs in a way that is compelling
and comprehensive to the potential donor
Leadership
and strategic qualities to develop and support relevant staff in the region in
fundraising
Experience
in developing solid working relationships and team work
Demonstrated
experience in developing and managing budgets;
Computer
literate including knowledge of the most up-to-date donor tracking systems
A track
record as an effective communicator who is articulate and persuasive in written
and verbal communications; adept at crafting proposals, donor correspondence
and other kinds of materials and making presentations to a variety of audiences
Personal characteristics:
Committed
to and enthusiastic about the mission and vision of SNV Netherlands Development
Organization
Strong
interpersonal/human relations skills: outgoing, straightforward and creative
Strong
verbal and professional written communication skills: one who shares
information readily, listens as well as gives advice and respects the abilities
of others
Ability
to maintain relationships with influential individuals: one who has credibility, good judgment,
honesty, integrity, trust, diplomatic skills and the ability to motivate others
Ability
to solicit financial support: a strategist who is adept at planning,
prioritizing, organizing and following through
Team-focused,
must enjoy and be successful at working in teams as well as results oriented and
proactive in approach
A person
with a sense of humour, high degree of maturity, sophistication,
self-confidence, and flexibility
Languages:
Native English or equivalent and (preferred) working knowledge of
French.
Education : Bachelors degree
Job type : Full-time, long-term
Start-up date : asap
Salary range : to be
negotiated
Deadline for submission of applications
: 15 Aug 2008
Submit applications to : Mrs
Sara Onadja at
this email address rowca@snvworld.org
Follow-up : Personal
follow-ups allowed
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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