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There are 7 messages in this issue:

Message 1 - Deputy Country Director, Programs -- Niger +b

Message 2 - Country Director - Zimbabwe +b

Message 3 - Senior Program Manager and Program Manager, Microfinance Program +bb

Message 4 - Regional Coordinator East Africa +b

Message 5 - Haiti Communications Officer +b

Message 6 - Haiti Country Director +b

Message 7 - Job Vacancies from ReliefWeb

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Deputy Country Director, Programs -- Niger +b

Posted by: Lori Tiller

Name of company or organization : Helen Keller International 

Place of Assignment :  Niger   

Job description : Established in 1915 with Helen Keller as a founding trustee, Helen Keller International (HKI) works to save the sight and lives of the most vulnerable and disadvantaged.  Headquartered in New York City, HKI currently offers programs in 21 countries in Africa and Asia as well as in the United States.  The organization combats the causes and consequences of blindness and malnutrition by establishing programs based on evidence and research.  Each year, their programs directly benefit millions of people, and children are a primary concern.  HKI programs address malnutrition, cataract, trachoma, onchocerciasis, refractive error and diabetic retinopathy.

With nearly 600 staff and an annual cash operating budget of over $35 million, the organization has undergone significant growth over the past decade.  The Africa region has grown from four country programs in 1997 to thirteen at present.  With the recent major funding from the Canadian International Development Agency (CIDA) for both vitamin A supplementation and response to the food price crisis, along with a robust pipeline from diverse donors for nutrition and neglected tropical diseases, the Africa region is positioned for another surge in growth.  To assist in the delivery of its programs, HKI is recruiting for a Deputy Country Director for one of its flagship programs in the Sahel Region – Niger.

Under the supervision of the Country Director, the Deputy Country Director of Programs will oversee all project planning/design, implementation, monitoring, evaluation, and reporting, ensuring timely, effective and compliant programming in accordance with HKI programming principles and donor requirements.   Major responsibility areas include:

Project Development:

        Identify and seek out funding opportunities that support the country program objectives.

        Participate in operational and strategic planning of the country senior management team; support the development of the Annual Program Plan, including ensuring this is in alignment with the agency’s strategic plan, and budget.

        Coordinate and develop terms of reference and supervise consultants and other technical support resources needed for program-related activities.

        Strengthen staff and partner capacity in project development.

        Coordinate project design and proposal development processes by working with field, Regional and Headquarters technical, development and operational staff.

        Play an active role in identifying and obtaining support for new initiatives that foster and improve the strategic objectives of the country office.

Program Oversight:

        Oversee the design and implementation of effective work plans that allow for timely and ongoing progress review of all key outputs.

        Ensure that project implementation is in accordance with HKI established plans, policies and procedures and HKI core values.

        Work with staff and partners to ensure strong M/E systems are in place for the development of regular project monitoring systems, the agency’s shared indicator system, as well as for special studies and project evaluations, including baseline, mid-term and end-of-project.

        Conduct field-level monitoring; provide timely and constructive feedback and support to HKI and partner project staff.

        Continuously monitor and identify necessary technical assistance or other project inputs that may be needed including recommending actions to obtain technical assistance or inputs from local consultants, Africa Regional Office or headquarters.

        Work with project and finance staff to review all budgets on a monthly basis to identify either over or under spending trends, and if significant trends are noted to alert the Country Director for appropriate action.

        Review all budgets, in collaboration with finance managers, on a regular basis to ensure adherence to HKI and donor requirements.

        Mentor staff and contribute to an atmosphere conducive to professional growth and development.

        Work closely with the Country Director to address all issues raised by HKI staff, donors or respective line ministries regarding program implementation.

        Work with project staff to ensure all financial and narrative reports are submitted to donor and Regional and HQ office (as required) in a timely and compliant manner.

        Work with project staff to ensure the proper maintenance of all files, records and documents relating to HKI activities of the project.

        Ensure all projects are properly closed in accordance with HKI and donor requirements

Coordination with partners:

        Work with project staff to ensure partners are knowledgeable of HKI’s technical and financial policies and procedures, and donor compliance requirements.

        Ensure that project staff have the skills and tools necessary to build partner capacity.

        Coordinate with respective line ministries/officials and other organizations working in the sector to build strategic partnerships.

        Ensure that HKI programs are recognized/promoted and implemented in accordance with national agendas.

        Participate in meetings and seminars within HKI, nationally, and internationally as requested by the Country Director.

Job qualifications : Professional Skills:

        Masters degree or equivalent in development, public health, program management, international development or other relevant field

        Minimum 7 years working for an international organization in the area of development, public health

        Minimum 5 years experience in project management

        Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills, including fluency in spoken and written English and French

        Strong budget management skills

        Substantial experience with a variety of donors including USAID, European Commission and UNICEF an advantage

        Demonstrated ability in project design and proposal writing

        Experience with monitoring and evaluation tools and systems

        Proven track record with institutional strengthening and partnership building

Personal Skills:

        Ability to work independently, but also coordinate effectively as part of a team

        Strong analytical and organizational skills

        Excellent inter-personal skills; demonstrating diplomacy and tact

        Proven ability to effectively manage people and to build teams

        Demonstrable respect for all persons regardless of religion, ethnicity, class or gender

        Willingness to travel within the country and West Africa region

Education : Masters degree   

Job type :  Full-time, long-term        

Start-up date : As soon as possible 

Deadline for submission of applications : February 19, 2010 

Submit applications to : Marily Knieriemen        at this email address hkihr@hki.org  

Instructions to applicants : To apply:  Qualified applicants should submit:  (1) cover letter, (2) current curriculum vitae in English, and (3) a short writing sample (2-3 pages) in English and French to  Ms. Marily Knieriemen, Country Director, mknieriemen@hki.org with a copy to hkihr@hki.org.  The position is open for immediate hiring and applications must be received by February 19, 2010. 

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Country Director - Zimbabwe +b

Posted by: Lori Tiller

Name of company or organization : Helen Keller International

Place of Assignment :  Zimbabwe  

Job description : Established in 1915 with Helen Keller as a founding trustee, Helen Keller International (HKI) works to save the sight and lives of the most vulnerable and disadvantaged.  Headquartered in New York City, HKI currently conducts programs in 21 countries in Africa and Asia as well as in the United States.  HKI is known for sustainability, reliability, efficiency and the highest level of technical expertise in fighting and treating blindness and malnutrition.  To accomplish its work, HKI builds the capacity of local governmental, civil society and private sector systems and infrastructure, and promotes the development of sustained, large-scale programs that deliver effective preventative and curative eye health and nutrition services.  The hallmark of the organization¡¦s work is its proven effectiveness in developing, testing and scaling-up health interventions, and integrating them within government and community structures.  HKI works with partners around the world to help meet key provisions of the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs), selected by all 191 United Nations member states, as well as VISION2020, The Right to Sight.

With nearly 600 staff and an annual cash operating budget of over $35 million, HKI is seeking a Country Director for its Zimbabwe program.

Country Program Overview:

The Country Director in Zimbabwe represents HKI and is responsible for program oversight and expansion.  The current program focuses on nutrition and child survival.  We work in partnership with the Ministry of Health and Child Welfare, UNICEF and others to strengthen the national vitamin A supplementation program and we anticipate expanding into other areas including nutrition/HIV, nutrition/food security, food fortification, policy development and nutrition capacity development.

Scope of the position:

The Country Director (CD) is responsible for overseeing the implementation of the HKI-Zimbabwe program and management of project personnel to achieve the objectives agreed to in grants and contracts.  The CD, in collaboration with regional and Headquarters staff, is responsible for generating funding from international and bilateral agencies, corporations, and individuals to continue and expand project activities in Zimbabwe.  The CD is responsible for implementing strategic plans to further the overall mission and specific programs of HKI that meet the evolving needs and conditions in Zimbabwe.  The CD is responsible for overall program design and proposal development; program implementation and reporting; grant management; financial planning; and human resource planning and management.  The CD represents HKI in formal and informal meetings with Zimbabwe government officials, international donor agencies, and national technical advisory groups pertinent to HKI project activities.

This position is based in Harare, Zimbabwe, reports to the Deputy Regional Director for East, Central and Southern Africa, and closely collaborates with the HKI Africa Regional Office and headquarters staff.

Job qualifications :

„X     Minimum of a Masters degree in public health, nutrition, development, agriculture, management or related field, with strong preference given to doctoral level degree

„X     Minimum five (5) years demonstrated experience in program development, implementation, and evaluation, including strong background in management of nutrition programs

„X     Demonstrated capacity to mobilize program funding including donor cultivation and grants writing

„X     Demonstrated ability to manage staff and administrative and financial activities in developing country programs

„X     Experience in data analysis and interpretation is highly desirable

„X     Excellent oral and written English, including the ability to quickly synthesize complex technical and programmatic issues into concise communications

„X     Demonstrated ability to undertake high-level representation and advocacy

Education : Masters degree 

Job type :  Full-time, long-term

Start-up date : As soon as possible

Deadline for submission of applications : February 19, 2010

Submit applications to : Anu Narayan at this email address anarayan@hki.org  

Instructions to applicants : The initial contract is for two years with possibility of renewal depending on funding.  Qualified candidates should submit:  (1) cover letter; (2) current curriculum vitae in English; and (3) a short writing sample (2-3 pages) in English to Ms. Anu Narayan, anarayan@hki.org noting ¡§CD Zimbabwe¡¨ in the subject heading, with a copy to Human Resources at hkihr@hki.org.  The position is open for immediate hiring and applications must be received by February 19, 2010. 

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Senior Program Manager and Program Manager, Microfinance Program +bb

Posted by: Tracie Davis

Name of company or organization : The MasterCard Foundation

Place of Assignment :  Canada  

Job description : The MasterCard Foundation seeks a Senior Program Manager and Program Manager for its Microfinance Program

LOCATION:  Toronto, Canada

The MasterCard Foundation is an independent, private foundation based in Toronto, Canada. Established through the generosity of MasterCard Worldwide’s customer financial institutions at the time of the company\'s initial public offering in 2006, the Foundation has more than $3 billion in assets.  The Foundation\'s global mandate is to enable people living in poverty to improve their lives - and the lives of their families and communities - by expanding their access to microfinance and education. The Foundation\'s vision is to make the economy work for everybody by advancing effective and innovative programs in microfinance and youth learning. Through our programming, we aim to create opportunities for people – especially young people – who are or who want to become economically active to harness their own skills and resources to improve their quality of life.

  

Job qualifications : Reporting to the Director of the Microfinance Program and working closely with the Foundation’s senior management, the Senior Program Manager and Program Manager will identify, build and manage relationships with organizations with which the Foundation can work to fulfill its strategies.  The Senior Program Manager should have at least ten years of experience with microfinance in developing countries with experience in Sub-Saharan Africa a plus.  Similarly, the Program Manager should have seven years of experience with microfinance in developing countries with experience in Sub-Saharan Africa a plus.  In addition, experience in grant making and program management is desirable.  The successful candidates in these newly created positions will play an important role in building the MasterCard Foundation as a transparent and leading organization that works to expand financial inclusion and helps to alleviate poverty on a global scale.  They also will demonstrate a willingness to contribute to building synergies with the emerging field of youth learning.  For additional information about the MasterCard Foundation, please see: http://www.themastercardfoundation.org/.   

Education : Bachelors degree 

Job type :  Full-time, long-term

Deadline for submission of applications : May 5, 2010

Submit applications to : Tracie Davis at this email address microfinancepm@heidrick.com  

Instructions to applicants : Applications, nominations or inquiries may be sent electronically to our retained consultant at the below address.

The MasterCard Foundation Microfinance Search

Heidrick & Struggles, Inc.

Attn: Ellen E. Brown / Tracie Davis

E-mail: microfinancepm@heidrick.com  

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Regional Coordinator East Africa +b

Posted by: 4C Association ( staff@4c-coffeeassociation.org )

Name of company or organization : 4C Association

Place of Assignment :  Uganda  

Job description : 4C Regional Coordinator Eastern Africa 1/ 3

Regional Coordinator East Africa

4C Association

Background

Within 4C Association coffee farmers, trade and industry and civil society from around the world work together for more sustainability in the entire coffee sector. This global community has joined forces to continuously improve the social, environmental and economic conditions for the people making their living from coffee.  Main pillars of the in 2006 established Association are a code of conduct, rules of participation for trade and industry, support mechanisms for coffee farmers, a verification system and the participatory governance structure. 4C Association is managed by a secretariat of a dozen persons. The head office is located in Bonn, Germany, with regional offices in coffee producer regions.

We are looking for a motivated and dynamic Regional Coordinator (f/m) for the regional 4C Office East Africa in Kampala, Uganda in order to ensure adequate support for 4C Members, intensification of partnerships with public and private organizations and visibility in the region.

Responsibilities

Under the guidance of the Director Support Services, the Regional Coordinator East Africa is mainly in charge of coordination and implementation of 4C Activities (especially information and support activities), communication and further development of partnerships and projects in close cooperation with partner organizations and 4C Members of the 4C Association in Eastern / Southern Africa. Additionally, the Regional Coordinator East Africa contributes to the further development and delivery of Support Services in the region.  He / she works in close collaboration with the Support Service Department, the Verification Manager and the Communication Department at 4C Office Bonn.

Tasks include

• Represent and promote 4C Association at coffee meetings, conferences and similar events in Africa, esp. Eastern / Southern Africa and disseminate knowledge about 4C Association and its activities

• Maintain and further intensify co-operations with partner organizations, donors, governments, Civil Society groups, research organizations and other standard initiatives in East Africa

• Provide input to the design of local outreach strategies and cooperation, and coordinate implementation of activities and projects in collaboration with 4C Office Bonn, EAFCA and further partners

• Enhance communication and information flow within 4C Association (Secretariat, 4C Members, future 4C Forums and working groups) and outside 4C Association (private and public actors in the coffee sectors, partners, interested public) in East Africa

• Provide guidance regarding 4C Application, preparation for verification and continuous improvement to 4C Members and 4C Units in the region and feed back learnings and challenges

• Coordinate and support organization of meetings, trainings, events in close collaboration with EAFCA, 4C Members, coffee institutions and supporting organizations in Eastern / Southern Africa

• Prepare reports on 4C Activities and regular budget updates for 4C Office East Africa

Job qualifications : Profile & Qualifications

- Master\'s Degree in agronomy, socio-economics, or related field;

- 5 years of working experience, preferably in the coffee sector;

- Working experiences in project management and financial management;

- Practical experiences especially in design and coordination of activities and projects related to the agricultural sector;

- Experiences in active collaboration with different public and private stakeholders;

- Knowledge of standard initiatives and verification/certification systems;

- Excellent written and verbal communications skills in English as well as local language(s);

- Ability to work independently and in a team towards defined objectives and goals;

- Results-oriented approach, positive thinking and good teamwork spirit;

- Willingness and ability to travel, including in rural areas;

- Adequate computer skills (Microsoft Office and Internet);

- Passion for coffee! partner organizations, donors,

Profile & Qualifications

- Master\'s Degree in agronomy, socio-economics, or related field;

- 5 years of working experience, preferably in the coffee sector;

- Working experiences in project management and financial management;

- Practical experiences especially in design and coordination of activities and projects related to the agricultural sector;

- Experiences in active collaboration with different public and private stakeholders;

- Knowledge of standard initiatives and verification/certification systems;

- Excellent written and verbal communications skills in English as well as local language(s);

- Ability to work independently and in a team towards defined objectives and goals;

- Results-oriented approach, positive thinking and good teamwork spirit;

- Willingness and ability to travel, including in rural areas;

- Adequate computer skills (Microsoft Office and Internet);

- Passion for coffee!

Education : Masters degree 

Job type :  Full-time, long-term

Start-up date : March 1, 2010

Deadline for submission of applications : February 12, 2010

Submit applications to : Ms. Annette Pensel at this email address staff@4c-coffeeassociation.org  

Instructions to applicants : Applications will be treated with all due discretion. Only email applications will be considered. Thank you for your understanding that only short listed candidates will be contacted. Interviews with selected candidates start in the second week of February in Uganda.

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Haiti Communications Officer +b

Posted by: Sharhonda Ford

Name of company or organization : World Relief

Place of Assignment :  Haiti  

Job description : Communications Office – Haiti

***Must be fluent in French - Creole Preferred*** GENERAL FUNCTION: To execute, monitor, and/or manage all communications activities (internal and external) relating to the program to enhance story-telling, multimedia and other communications about the emergency response in Haiti. French fluency essential.

SPECIFIC JOB DUTIES:

• Establish clear channels, modes, and parameters of communication between the disaster response team on the ground and the HQ office related to marketing, development and communications activities.

• Manage all communications activity, gathering human interest stories and program updates regularly to share with the HQ team and partners, as appropriate.

• Produce regularly (or as circumstances dictate), appropriate articles, news bulletins, and press releases that can be used to convey the work to their various constituents.

• Produce multimedia resources—photos and video—to communicate the work happening in Haiti.

• Monitor communication related to the emergency situation and share with appropriate parties.

• Work with the HQ staff to manage web content, e-blasts and other e-content.

• Maintain and regularly update social networking accounts—Facebook, twitter and other sites as appropriate.

• Produce and maintain a photo library for use in print, online and to share with partners.

• Manage any communications-related visits from partners, including church and staff groups.

• Serve as translator for US-based teams when appropriate.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism or a relevant communications field

• Previous documented experience of professional public communication

• Experience in writing, photography and video.

• Competence in the use of MS Office.

• Conflict resolution and negotiation skills.

• Prior experience in a development context, preferably in a disaster or complex emergency

• Foreign language ability, French and/or Creole.

• Previous employment with a humanitarian agency, preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• This is a field based position and will require exposure to high temperatures, bright sun, wind and conditions normally associated with arid environments.

• The incumbent should expect to spend considerable time traveling by land over rough terrain.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• This position is based in Haiti, with Port-au-Prince as the principle center of operations.

• Operating environment is volatile and accommodations rudimentary.

For World Relief staff, Christian faith is a prerequisite for employment, based upon United States federal guidelines provided in Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.

Legal Background in the United States World Relief is both an equal opportunity employer and a faith-based religious organization. This means that we conduct hiring without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, age, sex, marital status, parental status, membership in any labor organization, political ideology, or disability of an otherwise qualified individual. The status of World Relief as an equal opportunity employer does not prevent the organization from hiring staff based on their religious beliefs, so that all staff share the same religious commitment.

Education : Bachelors degree 

Job type :  Full-time, long-term

Start-up date : ASAP

Deadline for submission of applications : 2/28/2010

Submit applications to : World Relief at this email address NA

Instructions to applicants : Apply on-line at www.wr.org   

Follow-up : Applicants need not do follow-ups 

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Haiti Country Director +b

Posted by: Sharhonda Ford

Name of company or organization : World Relief

Place of Assignment :  Haiti  

Job description : Haiti Country Director

REPORTS TO: Director, Disaster Response

LOCATION: Port-au-Prince, Haiti with travel throughout Haiti POST: Unaccompanied

GENERAL FUNCTION: Provide specific technical assistance in damage and needs assessment, information management, response planning, coordination of relief operations, mobilization and management of international resources. Conduct or participate in post emergency evaluations to review the response effort identifying gaps that need to be filled. Ensure that DR specific policies and procedures, templates and Standard Operating Procedures, as they are developed, are incorporated into operational programs and complied with.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Develop and implement approved World Relief (WR) programs in Haiti consistent with WR’s mission of empowering the local church to serve the most vulnerable.

2. Develop and strengthen appropriate institutional structures, controls, and strategies for all short-term and long-term WR work, with special attention to establishing strong partnerships with existing churches and other national institutions.

3. Provide strong leadership to a growing and diverse organization, with direct oversight and management of the senior leadership team.

4. Recruit, hire, train, and supervise WR staff in Haiti. Actively provide spiritual leadership and oversight to the entire WR team in Haiti.

5. Ensure consistent funding from bilateral, multilateral and other donors, and U.S. partner churches to augment the resources provided from WR’s general fund.

6. Provide monthly, quarterly, and annual reports comparing objectives with results achieved.

7. Cultivate partnerships with local churches, denominations, and church bodies. Oversee and lead relationship building with key U.S. partner churches, including hosting vision teams, work teams, and ministry teams. Actively communicate with U.S. partner churches through email, phone conversations, and visits to U.S. churches.

8. Manage all expenditures of WR funds within approved budgets and in the best interests of WR and its beneficiaries.

9. Represent WR to government, donor, church, and community leaders and other stakeholders.

10. Ensure that WR operations in Haiti conform to all applicable laws and regulations and that all required reports are submitted punctually.

11. Ensure adherence to World Relief financial management, accounting, and reporting policies and procedures.

12. Ensure deliverance of monthly, quarterly and annual financial data for consolidation in headquarters, including required audit schedules.

13. Responsible to approve and verify acquisition and delivery of all major purchases, liquidation of cash advances as well as the execution of sound cash

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. University degree in related field. Masters degree preferred. Business management and leadership experience is highly valued.

2. A minimum of five years experience in International relief and development work with progressive leadership responsibilities and proven resource development skills, or a minimum of ten years experience in business management and leadership with progressively increasing responsibilities.

3. Experience in administration of U.S. government grants and experience with budgeting in a multi-project and multi-funding environment.

4. Strong oral and written communication skills in English and conversational French. Knowledge of local languages (Creole) a plus.

5. Ability to represent WR well to partners, donors, churches, and government officials.

6. Passionate commitment to Jesus Christ and to the mission of World Relief, with the ability to transmit this vision to others; and a strong commitment to seeing the local Haitian church empowered and strengthened to serve its local community in the name of Jesus Christ.

For World Relief staff, Christian faith is a prerequisite for employment, based upon United States federal guidelines provided in Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.

Legal Background in the United States World Relief is both an equal opportunity employer and a faith-based religious organization. This means that we conduct hiring without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, age, sex, marital status, parental status, membership in any labor organization, political ideology, or disability of an otherwise qualified individual. The status of World Relief as an equal opportunity employer does not prevent the organization from hiring staff based on their religious beliefs, so that all staff share the same religious commitment.

Education : Bachelors degree 

Job type :  Full-time, long-term

Start-up date : ASAP

Deadline for submission of applications : 2/28/2010

Submit applications to : World Relief at this email address NA

Instructions to applicants : apply on-line at www.wr.org   

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Organisation  - Action Contre la Faim
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Job Title - Médecin Ingénieur Mission (H/F) Référent
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Closing Date - 28 Feb 2010
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Job Title - Resource Mobilization and Partnership Building, P-5, Germany
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Job Title - Legal Officer, Germany
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Organisation  - United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change
URL Address  -
http://www.reliefweb.int/rw/res.nsf/db900SID/OCHA-7ZWETT

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Country: Poland
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Job Title - Senior Adviser on New Voting Technologies, P4, Poland (Warsaw)
Closing Date - 15 Feb 2010
Organisation  - Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe
URL Address  -
http://www.reliefweb.int/rw/res.nsf/db900SID/OCHA-7ZTLF3

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Country: Switzerland
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Job Title - Writer/Editor, Switzerland (Geneva)
Closing Date - 15 Feb 2010
Organisation  - The Centre for Humanitarian Dialogue
URL Address  -
http://www.reliefweb.int/rw/res.nsf/db900SID/OCHA-7ZUMQ6

Job Title - Audit Team Leader, Switzerland (Geneva)
Closing Date - 19 Feb 2010
Organisation  - The Global Fund
URL Address  -
http://www.reliefweb.int/rw/res.nsf/db900SID/OCHA-7ZQNUZ

Job Title - Special Assistant to the IT Unit Director / Grade 04,
Switzerland (Geneva)
Closing Date - 09 Feb 2010
Organisation  - The Global Fund
URL Address  -
http://www.reliefweb.int/rw/res.nsf/db900SID/OCHA-7ZUGLW

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Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland (the)
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Job Title - Press Officer ? Americas, United Kingdom of Great Britain and
Northern Ireland (the) (London)
Closing Date - 19 Feb 2010
Organisation  - Amnesty International
URL Address  -
http://www.reliefweb.int/rw/res.nsf/db900SID/OCHA-7ZVH84

Job Title - Press Officer ? Middle East & North Africa, United Kingdom of
Great Britain and Northern Ireland (the) (London)
Closing Date - 19 Feb 2010
Organisation  - Amnesty International
URL Address  -
http://www.reliefweb.int/rw/res.nsf/db900SID/OCHA-7ZVGFD

Job Title - Eurasia Programme Manager, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland (the) (London, UK)
Closing Date - 19 Feb 2010
Organisation  - International Alert
URL Address  -
http://www.reliefweb.int/rw/res.nsf/db900SID/OCHA-7ZPJPY

Job Title - Senior Advisor: HIV and Health Services, United Kingdom of
Great Britain and Northern Ireland (the)
Closing Date - 10 Feb 2010
Organisation  - International HIV/AIDS Alliance
URL Address  -
http://www.reliefweb.int/rw/res.nsf/db900SID/OCHA-7ZVFXW

Job Title - Senior Advisor: HIV and Health Services, United Kingdom of
Great Britain and Northern Ireland (the)
Closing Date - 10 Feb 2010
Organisation  - International HIV/AIDS Alliance
URL Address  -
http://www.reliefweb.int/rw/res.nsf/db900SID/OCHA-7ZVG2R

Job Title - Senior Advisor: Sexual and Reproductive Health, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland (the) (Hove)
Closing Date - 10 Feb 2010
Organisation  - International HIV/AIDS Alliance
URL Address  -
http://www.reliefweb.int/rw/res.nsf/db900SID/OCHA-7ZUNWV

Job Title - Food Security and Nutrition Specialist , United Kingdom of
Great Britain and Northern Ireland (the)
Closing Date - 09 Feb 2010
Organisation  - Islamic Relief
URL Address  -
http://www.reliefweb.int/rw/res.nsf/db900SID/OCHA-7ZUDP4

Job Title - Research Officer ? Evaluation and Accountability, United
Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland (the)
Closing Date - 16 Feb 2010
Organisation  - Overseas Development Institute
URL Address  -
http://www.reliefweb.int/rw/res.nsf/db900SID/OCHA-7ZUKG3

Job Title - Lawyer, Security and the Rule of Law, United Kingdom of Great
Britain and Northern Ireland (the) (London)
Closing Date - 07 Feb 2010
Organisation  - The International Centre for the Legal Protection of Human
Rights
URL Address  -
http://www.reliefweb.int/rw/res.nsf/db900SID/OCHA-7ZQKVJ

Job Title - Finance Director, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern
Ireland (the)
Closing Date - 18 Feb 2010
Organisation  - War Child UK
URL Address  -
http://www.reliefweb.int/rw/res.nsf/db900SID/OCHA-7ZTJPE

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REGION: OCEANIA
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Country: Australia
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Job Title - Assistant Director, Emergency Programs, Australia
Closing Date - 19 Feb 2010
Organisation  - Save the Children Alliance
URL Address  -
http://www.reliefweb.int/rw/res.nsf/db900SID/OCHA-7ZV56J

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Country: Papua New Guinea
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Job Title - Regional Program Manager, Papua New Guinea (Autonomous Region of Bouganville)
Closing Date - 12 Feb 2010
Organisation  - CARE Australia
URL Address  -
http://www.reliefweb.int/rw/res.nsf/db900SID/OCHA-7ZV888

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Country: Solomon Islands
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Job Title - Financial Framework Adviser , Solomon Islands (Honiara)
Closing Date - 19 Feb 2010
Organisation  - GRM International
URL Address  -
http://www.reliefweb.int/rw/res.nsf/db900SID/OCHA-7ZT6TZ

Job Title - Institute of Public Administration and Management Learning and
Development Program Adviser, Solomon Islands (Honiara)
Closing Date - 12 Feb 2010
Organisation  - GRM International
URL Address  -
http://www.reliefweb.int/rw/res.nsf/db900SID/OCHA-7ZSVH4

Job Title - Technical Adviser ? Cabinet Policy Development Unit, Office of
Prime Minister and Cabinet , Solomon Islands (Honiara)
Closing Date - 12 Feb 2010
Organisation  - GRM International
URL Address  -
http://www.reliefweb.int/rw/res.nsf/db900SID/OCHA-7ZT2Z3

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Country: World
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Job Title - Director of Operations, Worldwide, World
Closing Date - 17 Feb 2010
Organisation  - Development Alternatives, Inc.
URL Address  -
http://www.reliefweb.int/rw/res.nsf/db900SID/OCHA-7ZTLJ3

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Region & Country: - Various -
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Job Title - Food Security Consultant, - Various - (Worldwide)
Closing Date - 20 Feb 2010
Organisation  - ACDI/VOCA
URL Address  -
http://www.reliefweb.int/rw/res.nsf/db900SID/OCHA-7ZVTRM

Job Title - INTERNATIONAL AUDITOR, - Various - (Location: Home Based where
ActionAid has offices with preference for Kenya or India)
Closing Date - 10 Feb 2010
Organisation  - ActionAid
URL Address  -
http://www.reliefweb.int/rw/res.nsf/db900SID/OCHA-7ZW9JT

Job Title - Chief of Party, - Various - (South & Southeas Asia Region)
Closing Date - 15 Feb 2010
Organisation  - Development Alternatives, Inc.
URL Address  -
http://www.reliefweb.int/rw/res.nsf/db900SID/OCHA-7ZUN2X

Job Title - Finance Managers, Worldwide, - Various -
Closing Date - 17 Feb 2010
Organisation  - Development Alternatives, Inc.
URL Address  -
http://www.reliefweb.int/rw/res.nsf/db900SID/OCHA-7ZTLN5

Job Title - Operations Manager, Worldwide, - Various -
Closing Date - 17 Feb 2010
Organisation  - Development Alternatives, Inc.
URL Address  -
http://www.reliefweb.int/rw/res.nsf/db900SID/OCHA-7ZTLKP

Job Title - New USAID Positions in Afghanistan and Pakistan, - Various -
(Afghanistan and Pakistan)
Closing Date - 28 Feb 2010
Organisation  - Management Systems International
URL Address  -
http://www.reliefweb.int/rw/res.nsf/db900SID/OCHA-7ZUSBZ

Job Title - UNICEF Supply Vacancies - IP, - Various -
Closing Date - 12 Feb 2010
Organisation  - United Nations Children's Fund
URL Address  -
http://www.reliefweb.int/rw/res.nsf/db900SID/OCHA-7ZVLAX

Job Title - Senior Transition Advisor ? Worldwide , - Various -
Closing Date - 23 Apr 2010
Organisation  - United States Agency for International Development
URL Address  -
http://www.reliefweb.int/rw/res.nsf/db900SID/OCHA-7ZVQ2N

Job Title - Transition Advisor ? Worldwide , - Various -
Closing Date - 23 Apr 2010
Organisation  - United States Agency for International Development
URL Address  -
http://www.reliefweb.int/rw/res.nsf/db900SID/OCHA-7ZVQ3U

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Region & Country: - not specified -
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Job Title - Director of Finance and Administration- Tanzania, - not
specified - (Tanzania)
Closing Date - 15 Feb 2010
Organisation  - CHF International
URL Address  -
http://www.reliefweb.int/rw/res.nsf/db900SID/OCHA-7ZPRSE

Job Title - INEE Situational Analyses of Education and Fragility Synthesis
Consultant, - not specified -
Closing Date - 12 Feb 2010
Organisation  - Inter-Agency Network on Education in Emergencies
URL Address  -
http://www.reliefweb.int/rw/res.nsf/db900SID/OCHA-7ZWHCR

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