Table of Contents:

There are 9 messages in this issue:

Message 1 - Human Resources Manager, Khartoum Sudan +b

Message 2 - Financial Analyst, Khartoum, Sudan +b

Message 3 - Deputy Chief of Party, Juba, Sudan +b

Message 4 - Travel Coordination Specialist, Juba, Sudan +b

Message 5 - Global Advocacy Officer (Pricing) +b

Message 6 - Regional Director - Africa +b

Message 7 - Team Leader of Professional Development - Jordan +b

Message 8 - Agricultural Specialist (Portuguese Speaking) +b

Message 9 - Country Director, Rwanda Programme +b

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Human Resources Manager, Khartoum Sudan +b

Posted by: Recruitment ( recruitment@msi-inc.com)

Name of company or organization : Management Systems International

Place of Assignment :  Sudan  

Job description : Human Resources Manager, Khartoum Sudan

Please note: This is a local position.  Only Sudanese candidates are eligible to apply.

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.

Project/Proposal Summary: 

MSI was recently awarded a three-year contract with USAID/Sudan named SUPPORT (Services Under Program and Project Offices for Results Tracking), and tasked with responsibility for executing many functions normally associated with the Mission\'s Program and Communications offices.  As a part of the SUPPORT program, MSI is currently establishing an office and residential compound in Juba, Sudan, conducting evaluations and special studies, hosting conferences, hiring technical and support staff and facilitating VIP visits.  For more information on our Sudan project (Services Under Program and Project Offices for Results Tracking - SUPPORT) please follow this link: http://www.msiworldwide.com/index.cfm?msiweb=project&p_id=150.

Position Summary:

The Human Resources Manager will be responsible for all HR functions for MSI\'s SUPPORT offices in Sudan (Khartoum and Juba).

Responsibilities:

•        Manage local MSI employee benefits;

•        Maintain HR related files;

•        Assist in the hiring and HR orientation of new local employees;

•        Advise the Chief of Party on Sudan labor and employment laws;

•        Assist and advise the Chief of Party in employee relations issues;

•        Be based in Juba, with travel to field offices as necessary.

Job qualifications : Qualifications:

•        Minimum 5 years human resources experience at the management level.

•        Prior experience managing HR for an international development organization strongly preferred.

•        Professional level fluency in English and Arabic.  Fluency in a language common to Southern Sudan also helpful.

•        In depth knowledge of Sudanese employment laws and practices 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.

Nationality : Sudanese

Education : Bachelors degree 

Job type :  Full-time, long-term

Deadline for submission of applications : November 6, 2008

Instructions to applicants : To apply, please visit www.msiworldwide.com  

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.

Financial Analyst, Khartoum, Sudan +b

Posted by: Recruitment ( recruitment@msi-inc.com)

Name of company or organization : Management Systems International

Place of Assignment :  Sudan  

Job description : Financial Analyst, Khartoum, Sudan

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.

Project/Proposal Summary: 

At the end of 2007, MSI was awarded a three-year contract with USAID/Sudan. MSI is tasked with responsibility for executing many functions normally associated with the Mission’s Program and Communications offices, including establishing an office compound suitable for USAID and partner meetings in Khartoum, as well as at several sites in Southern Sudan and facilitating VIP visits.  For more information on our Sudan project (Services Under Program and Project Offices for Results Tracking – SUPPORT) please follow this link: http://www.msiworldwide.com/index.cfm?msiweb=project&p_id=150.

Position Summary:

The Financial Analyst analyses and advises on complex financial aspects of developing, designing, implementing and evaluating projects under USAID/Sudan and Office of Financial Management jurisdiction; provides guidance in conceptualizing and implement mission internal Control Assessment; designs and conducts financial and operational reviews of host country organizations and other grantees; and advises on appropriate steps to be taken to implement and resolve audit findings and recommendations involving client missions. Travel within Sudan is required in order to perform assigned duties. Reports directly to the Chief Financial Analyst, USAID/Sudan, and carries out assigned work independently.

Responsibilities:

Includes the following:

30%:

•        Analyzes, advises and makes recommendations on the general financial feasibility of projects; monitors, reviews and analyzes financial systems that are in place; backstop project teams; performs financial analyses including cost benefit, least cost, cash flow and financial statement ratios; performs Temporary Duty (TDY) to project sites.

20%:

•        Prepares financial sections of project papers, agreements, Implementation letters and other project documentation; ensures documents are in conditions precedent to disbursement of project funds or in compliance with periodic reporting requirements; monitors financial progress during the life of major projects; participates in project evaluations and performs TDYs to conduct assignments; Conducts post award financial management training for recipients on individual basis during TDY or in organized workshops.

20%:

•        Reviews, maintains and ensures draft and final audit reports for audits performed by Independent Auditors and Auditor General; attends Mission, RIG/A and Recipient-contracted Audit entrance and exit conferences; reviews scopes of work for Mission and Recipient-contracted Audit and Financial Management Reviews; coordinates FMFIA and pertinent aspects of MCRC deliberations; preparers Management Control Assessments (MCA), prepares regular USAID/W reports (such as Buy America); conducts reviews of RFMC records for contract and project closeout.

15%:

•        Assesses internal control procedures, applications and weaknesses for assigned client Mission and coordinates preparation of the management control plan (MCP); reviews all significant changes in systems and procedures to help coordinate sound practices and adequate internal controls, and contributes to maintain a complete written systems and procedures manual for

      USAID/SUDAN OFM based upon authorized changes.

10%:

•        Performs special detailed financial reviews in lieu of annual audits of organizations whose expenditures are less than the audit threshold as determined from time to time by the Inspector General.

5%:

•        Other duties assigned by the Chief Financial Analyst and the Controller.

Job qualifications : Qualifications:

•        BA in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration required; MA/S or CPA preferred;

•        4 to 6 years experience in professional accounting, financial consulting or auditing; audit experience preferred;

•        Completion of the following USAID/W courses or their equivalent is required: Financial Management Training Program and Project Design and Project Management;

•        Excellent English communication (Level IV) and writing ability required;

•        Solid knowledge of professional accounting principles and government/business financial accounting budgeting and reporting required;

•        Thorough knowledge of USAID and USAID projects; particularly in relevant ADS guidelines;

•        Familiarity with Sudan’s financial management policies, taxes and legislations;

•        Expertise in detecting financial health of projects and make judgments accordingly;

•        Ability to communicate and develop contacts within USAID/Sudan recipients and Sudanese institutions;

•        Expertise in USAID audit procedures and rules;

•        Ability to train varied audience on financial information;

•        Experience working with senior officials and executives of international governments and institutions.

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, long-term

Deadline for submission of applications : November 6, 2008

Submit applications to : Recruitment at this email address recruitment@msi-inc.com  

Instructions to applicants : To apply, please visit www.msiworldwide.com  

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.

Deputy Chief of Party, Juba, Sudan +b

Posted by: Recruitment ( recruitment@msi-inc.com)

Name of company or organization : Management Systems International

Place of Assignment :  Sudan  

Job description : Deputy Chief of Party, Juba, Sudan

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.

Project/Proposal Summary: 

MSI was recently awarded a three-year contract with USAID/Sudan named SUPPORT (Services Under Program and Project Offices for Results Tracking), and tasked with responsibility for executing many functions normally associated with the Mission\'s Program and Communications offices.  As a part of the SUPPORT program, MSI is currently establishing an office and residential compound in Juba, Sudan, conducting evaluations and special studies, hosting conferences, hiring technical and support staff and facilitating VIP visits.  For more information on our Sudan project (Services Under Program and Project Offices for Results Tracking - SUPPORT) please follow this link: http://www.msiworldwide.com/index.cfm?msiweb=project&p_id=150.

Position Summary:

In addition to filling in for the Chief Party as needed, the Deputy Chief of Party will also serve as the SUPPORT Team Leader for Logistics and Administration, supervising approximately 14 administrative, financial, and administrative staff. 

Responsibilities:

•        Lead the Logistics and Administration Team (L&A Team)

•        Supervise staff on the Logistics and Administration Team

•        Oversee – through subordinates – all administrative, procurement, logistics, travel, and protocol systems

•        Ensure smooth coordination and communication between the L&A Team and SUPPORT’s technical teams

•        Participate in SUPPORT Executive Team Meetings

•        Serve as primary point of contact Liaise with USAID/Sudan staff on L&A Team matters

•        Be based in Juba, with travel to field offices as necessary.

Job qualifications : Qualifications:

•        Minimum 8 years development and project management experience.

•        Prior experience as a DCOP or Team Leader desirable, particularly on USAID-funded projects.

•        Deep facility with USAID regulations and procedures

•        Experience in post-conflict situations and living in challenging posts

•        Ability to work well in a team environment under considerable pressure

•        Excellent oral and written communication skills.

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, long-term

Deadline for submission of applications : November 6, 2008

Instructions to applicants : To apply, please visit www.msiworldwide.com  

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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Travel Coordination Specialist, Juba, Sudan +b

Posted by: Recruitment ( recruitment@msi-inc.com)

Name of company or organization : Management Systems International

Place of Assignment :  Sudan  

Job description : Travel Coordination Specialist, Juba, Sudan

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.

Project Summary: 

MSI was recently awarded a three-year contract with USAID/Sudan named SUPPORT (Services Under Program and Project Offices for Results Tracking), and tasked with responsibility for executing many functions normally associated with the Mission\'s Program and Communications offices.  As a part of the SUPPORT program, MSI is currently establishing an office and residential compound in Juba, Sudan, conducting evaluations and special studies, hosting conferences, hiring technical and support staff and facilitating VIP visits.  For more information on our Sudan project (Services Under Program and Project Offices for Results Tracking - SUPPORT) please follow this link: http://www.msiworldwide.com/index.cfm?msiweb=project&p_id=150.

Position Summary:

The Travel Coordination Specialist will be assist with the planning of travel, logistics and conferences for both USAID and MSI teams in Sudan, Kenya and elsewhere in the region.  This is a critical and high-visibility position, and the Specialist must be extremely organized, adaptable and professional.  The Travel Coordination Specialist will report to the Travel Coordination Advisor.

**PLEASE NOTE:  This position is only open to Sudanese nationals.

Responsibilities:

•        Plan travel & logistics for MSI technical teams in Sudan and the region, including lodging, ground transport and flights. 

•        For USAID teams on trips outside of Juba and Khartoum:

   Arrange air flights

   Arrange lodging and food locally

   Arrange land transport locally

•        Arrange logistics for USAID conferences in Sudan, Kenya and elsewhere in the region

•        Develop and nurture relationships in the field with air service providers, hotel operators and Implementing Partners to support ongoing travel logistics.

•        Extensive field travel required.

Job qualifications : Qualifications:

•        Prior experience arranging travel and logistics;

•        High degree of professionalism, adaptability and organization;

•        Proficiency in English and Arabic required; other Sudanese languages preferred;

•        Minimum of a BA +8 years of experience; MA +6, JD+4, PhD +3 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.

Nationality : Sudanese

Education : Bachelors degree 

Job type :  Full-time, long-term

Deadline for submission of applications : November 6, 2008

Instructions to applicants : To apply, please visit www.msiworldwide.com  

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.

Global Advocacy Officer (Pricing) +b

Posted by: Rose de Groot

Name of company or organization : Health Action International

Place of Assignment :  Netherlands  

Job description : The objective of the position is to promote policies and programmes that ensure medicine prices are not a barrier to access to essential medicines.

At the international level, the Global Advocacy Officer will advocate for policies to reduce prices and increase access to essential medicines, and facilitate and support national advocacy initiatives in four pilot countries: Jordan, Philippines, Kenya and Kyrgyzstan.

Advocacy initiatives will be based on evidence from national medicine price and availability surveys undertaken using the WHO/HAI medicine price measurement tool, as well as other reliable and relevant evidence

Job qualifications :

„X     Proven expertise in advocacy, including the ability to communicate effectively and motivate others

„X     Experience of and understanding of policy processes, particularly in developing countries

„X     Both written and spoken English must be of a high standard; must be able to write effectively for a variety of audiences

„X     Understanding of and experience of working with the media

„X     Knowledge of medicine pricing issues, particularly in developing countries, is an advantage

„X     Able to act in the interests of HAI and to respect HAI values and principles

„X     Ability to work successfully both on their own initiative and as a team member

„X     Ability to work co-operatively with project members, HAI staff and HAI members and demonstrate an understanding and experience of networking

„X     Possess an understanding of the general principles of effective management, such as prioritising in times of high demand; being pragmatic and realistic; and being politically sensitive.

„X     Applicants must be legally able to work in the Netherlands.

Education : Bachelors degree 

Job type :  Full-time, long-term

Start-up date : 5 January 2009

Deadline for submission of applications : 14 November 2008

Submit applications to : Mr Tim Reed at this email address judith@haiweb.org  

Instructions to applicants : Applicants should submit a current cv and covering letter indicating their advocacy experience, skills, competencies and suitability for the post, with reference to the terms of reference outlined below.  Applications should be received by 14 November 2008 either electronically to judith@haiweb.org  or by post to:

Tim Reed, Director

HAI Global

Overtoom 60/III

1054 HK Amsterdam

The Netherlands

Follow-up : Personal follow-ups allowed

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Regional Director - Africa +b

Posted by: Teresa LaRocca

Name of company or organization : American Institutes for Research 

Place of Assignment :  Other Foreign Localities   

Job description : Overview:

AIR’s International Development Program(IDP)seeks to enhance the capacity of developing countries to improve their quality of life through education and social development. We have worked in collaboration with local partners in more than 80 countries over the past three decades. In partnership with others, we seek to: ensure children’s equitable access to all levels of education; improve the quality and relevance of education; and empower individuals, communities, and institutions as agents of social and behavioral change. We are currently seeking a Regional Director who will be responsible for the overall leadership and management of AIR’s International Project Portfolio within Africa. In addition, the Regional Director will contribute to the International Development Program\\

Education : Bachelors degree   

Job type :  Full-time, long-term        

Deadline for submission of applications : 11/1/08 

Submit applications to : Kathleen Small    at this email address ksmall@air.org  

Instructions to applicants : To apply, please go to http://jobs-airdc.icims.com  and reference job number 5695.  EOE. 

Follow-up : Applicants need not do follow-ups    

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Team Leader of Professional Development - Jordan +b

Posted by: Teresa LaRocca

Name of company or organization : American Institutes for Research

Place of Assignment :  Jordan  

Job description : Overview:

The American Institutes for Research\'s (AIR) International Development Program seeks to enhance the capacity of developing countries to improve their quality of life through education and social development. We have worked in collaboration with local partners in more than 80 countries over the past three decades. In partnership with others, we seek to: ensure children’s equitable access to all levels of education; improve the quality and relevance of education; and empower individuals, communities, and institutions as agents of social and behavioral change. Headquartered in Washington, DC, AIR is recruiting candidates for the position of Team Leader of Improved Professional Development and Certification in Jordan.

Responsibilities:

Provide leadership in developing the technical aspects of this project in collaboration with the COP and DCOP.

§ Provide technical assistance/advice to the Ministry of Education (MOE), school communities, other stakeholders, and other project team members in developing teacher professional development program.

§ Review and revise the National Teacher Professional Standards and make the necessary update and modifications in collaboration with the MOE.

§ Collaborate with Team Leader of Monitoring & Evaluation on professional development needs assessment and monitoring and evaluation of teacher training programs.

§ Develop a framework for pre-service and in-service training.

§ Provide technical support responsible for developing the content of training for teachers both pre and in-service alongside the MOE.

§ Develop the models and timelines for program implementation for both Pre-Service and In-Service training.

§ Work alongside the MOE staff in implementation to ensure that the priorities of the MOE are followed and to respond to the professional development needs of teachers.

§ Create strategy with the MOE for the accreditation and certification of newly appointed and current teachers.

§ Train, support and supervise the team responsible for teacher training

§ Oversee the work of, and provide guidance to, short-term consultants recruited to provide assistance to this project component.

§ Continually assess progress toward project results and modify and revise activities.

§ Provide regular updates to project staff.

§ Prepare required reports for USAID.

§ Respond to any other assignments identifies by the COP or DCOP.

Qualifications:

Undergraduate degree in Professional Development, Teacher Education Program, Learning and Teaching, or any other very closely related field. Master’s preferred.

10 years of experience in professional development, developing pre and in-service training programs or any other very closely related area.

Leadership qualities, management experience, interpersonal skills and written and oral presentation skills.

Fluency in English is required and Arabic is preferred.

Education : Bachelors degree 

Job type :  Full-time, long-term

Deadline for submission of applications : 10/15/08

Submit applications to : Kathleen Small at this email address NA

Instructions to applicants : AIR offers an excellent compensation and benefits package.  For more information, please visit our To apply, please go to http://jobs-airdc.icims.com and reference job number 5685.  EOE.

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.

Agricultural Specialist (Portuguese Speaking) +b

Posted by: Todd Crosby        

Name of company or organization : NCBA 

Place of Assignment :  Mozambique   

Job description :

NATIONAL COOPERATIVE BUSINESS ASSOCIATION

Agricultural Specialist (Portuguese Speaker)

The National Cooperative Business Association (NCBA) is involved in the development of domestic and international cooperative programs.  NCBA represents cooperatives in all sectors of the U.S. economy including: agricultural, child care, consumer goods, finance, food, housing, health care, insurance, and rural utilities. For more than 50 years NCBA has maintained significant international cooperative development programs, doing business internationally through its CLUSA International Cooperative Development Program. .  The goal of the international programs is to equip rural communities, farmers, and entrepreneurs with the skills and resources they need to improve incomes, increase food security and create long-term, scalable, and sustainable business opportunities that ensure long-term economic growth.

POSTING:  Nampula, Mozambique

SCOPE AND PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

The Agricultural Specialist will be work on a USAID funded project to enhance exports of high value export crops in northern Mozambique.  The project has been funded for 5 years.   Preferably, the agricultural specialist with be familiar with value chain approaches to tropical or subtropical agriculture and will manage several value chains for the project.   These value chains may include: Bananas, Coconuts, Mangoes, Maize, Cassava, Soybean, Sesame, and/or Groundnuts among others.

AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY:

1.   Leads a team of people including value chain specialists, monitoring and evaluation specialists, and business development services specialists.  Provides oversight, strategic direction and administrative and technical decision making for the team.

2.  Responsible for project deliverables and monitoring of project indicators;

3.  Manages relationships with project prime contractor and with other institutional partners and the Government of Mozambique with regards to this project.

4.  Supervises reporting and manages information requests from prime contactor, project partners and CLUSA Mozambique Country Chief of party.

5. Develops an overall assessment of the demand for specified commodities in Mozambique (including, but not limited to sesame, groundnuts, soybean and cashew), through (i) gathering insight and market intelligence; (ii) using this market intelligence to form business contracts and alliances; and (iii) feeding this through to producers in a structured, targeted manner to influence their production;

6. Assesses the overall agricultural landscape, identifying significant industry role players, market operators (brokers, agriculture input suppliers, wholesalers), sub-sector governmental agencies, and others, to establish and nurture linkages;

7. Identifies on a continuous basis new markets for targeted commodities, improved prices, as well as value addition opportunities;

8. Addresses any current constraints in the value chain that are hindering producers from acting on market opportunities, including pre-production input supplier constraints;

9. Provides access to and promotes the adoption of improved production technologies;

10.  Exposes farmers and other entrepreneurs to processes that empower them economically and organizationally;

11.  Provides quality and demand information to producer organizations;

12. Facilitates improved post-harvest activities, handling techniques around quality control, techniques for improving increasing quality standards, and accreditations;

13. Facilitates access to technologies required to improve quality or add value to produce.

14. Engages in knowledge transfer and skills development to enable producers to become independent in identifying market opportunities, improve their skills as devising marketing strategies and independently manager relationships with their customers.

NCBA’s benefits package includes:

Medical and Dental Insurances, Rx and Vision Plans,  Flexible Spending Accounts, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance (including  AD&D), 401(k) Plan with a company match, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Tuition Reimbursement Plan, DC Metrochek Program, and Credit Union Membership.

Job qualifications :

QUALIFICTIONS:

•Fluency in Portuguese or Spanish essential.

•Graduate degree in related field essential.

•A minimum of 8 years experience managing development programs overseas, preferably at a mid-management or senior management level.

•Field experience in Africa preferable. Experience in Mozambique is helpful. Experience in a developing country essential.

•Significant Experience working with Agriculture in developing countries is essential. Familiarity with agricultural value chains is strongly preferred.

Education : Masters degree   

Job type :  Full-time, long-term        

Start-up date : immediate 

Salary range : commensurate with experience 

Deadline for submission of applications : November 25, 2008 

Submit applications to : jobs@ncba.coop  at this email address jobs@ncba.coop  

Instructions to applicants : Please forward your resume, cover letter and salary history, in confidence to:

National Cooperative Business Association-

Attn:  Human Resources

1401 New York Avenue, N.W., Suite 1100

Washington, DC  20005

E-mail:  jobs@ncba.coop

Web Site:  www.ncba.coop

No Calls Please.

Follow-up : Applicants need not do follow-ups    

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Country Director, Rwanda Programme +b

Posted by: Christine Sadgrove

Name of company or organization : Send a Cow

Place of Assignment :  Rwanda  

Job description : Send a Cow is an international NGO set up in 1988 now working in 9 African countries.  Its vision is a world without hunger and malnutrition.  Its mission is to enable disadvantaged families in rural Africa to attain food and livelihood security by developing sustainable agricultural systems which integrate crops and livestock with social development.  Send a Cow (SAC) has been working in Rwanda for 7 years.

We are now seeking to appoint a Country Director for this established programme.

Key responsibilities

•        To work with staff, partners and the UK office to develop and implement organisational and programmatic strategies, policies and procedures

•        To develop and maintain on an annual basis, a rolling strategic plan and budget

•        To ensure results-based information management systems are in place

•        To monitor and report to the UK office on all SAC Rwanda performance and financial matters

•        To lead, manage, mentor and support the Rwandan Senior Management Team

•        To ensure effective financial and resource management including preparation of annual budget and accounts

•        To ensure the organisation has an appropriate strategy for generating and raising funds to finance its strategic plans

To ensure funds are managed to achieve value for money and in a transparent manner which can be explained to donors and supporters in the UK

•        To represent SAC to other organisations, government, partners and donors within Rwanda and more widely in the region

Job qualifications : Essential competencies

•        5 years’ experience in a senior management position, preferably in an NGO

•        Relevant Bachelors degree

•        Motivating a multi-disciplinary team

•        Promoting accountability and stewardship of resources

•        Working sensitively with community, government and religious organisations

•        Participatory strategic planning, monitoring and evaluation

•        Developing project proposals for funding

•        Skills and experience of budgeting

•        Fluency in spoken and written English and Kinyarwanda

•        Actively committed to Send a Cow’s Christian values and Cornerstones

Desirable competencies

•        Experience of working at grassroots level in rural development

•        Experience of working in livestock, agricultural extension and/or social development projects

•        Relevant Masters degree and/or MBA

Education : Masters degree 

Job type :  Full-time, long-term

Deadline for submission of applications : 5.00 p.m. Monday 20 October 2008

Submit applications to : christine.sadgrove@sendacow.org.uk  at this email address christine.sadgrove@sendacow.org.uk  

Instructions to applicants : The application form and job pack can be downloaded from www.sendacow.org.uk under \"What\'s new\" or picked up from the Kigali Send a Cow Rwanda office in Remera (near Chez Lando Hotel.) 

Follow-up : Phone call follow-ups are OK

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