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There are 8 messages in this issue:

Message 1 - Research Associate +b

Message 2 - Chief of Party, Municipal Governance, Nicaragua +b

Message 3 - Deputy Chief of Party, Finance and Logistics Management +b

Message 4 - Chief of Party, Municipal Governance, Nicaragua +b

Message 5 - Deputy Country Director, Programs -- Niger +b

Message 6 - Country Director - Zimbabwe +b

Message 7 - Haiti Communications Officer +b

Message 8 - Haiti Country Director +b

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Research Associate +b

Posted by: Lachonya Williams

Name of company or organization : MEASURE Evaluation

Place of Assignment :  USA  

Job description : MEASURE Evaluation, an international population, health, and nutrition monitoring and evaluation project, with offices at the Carolina Population Center (www.cpc.unc.edu), University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, has an opening for a Ph.D. level Research Associate.

The Research Associate will participate in all aspects of the design, implementation, analysis, and dissemination of the MEASURE Evaluation project evaluations and technical assistance.  This person will also provide capacity building support on monitoring and evaluation for in-country research and evaluation partners.  An important role of this person will include identifying potential research areas that can be examined with the MEASURE Evaluation and other data, leading data analysis of identified areas, and presenting findings to national, regional, and global audiences.  The position will report to the Deputy Director.

  

Job qualifications : Education Requirements:

A Ph.D. in Economics, Sociology, Public Health, Demography, Epidemiology or a related discipline is required.

Qualification & Experience Requirements:

Thorough understanding of the determinants of health outcomes and individual-level decision-making processes related to these outcomes (preferred); Demonstrated advanced skills in quantitative methods of data analysis (required); Experience in management and analysis of household survey data for program evaluation (preferred); Strong writing and communication skills (required); Teaching experience (preferred); A minimum of 2 years experience in developing countries and the ability to work effectively in developing countries (required); Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to work effectively with other project staff, funding agencies such as USAID and US based and international colleagues (required); Fluency in English (required); A second language, particularly Spanish or French, (preferred); Availability to travel internationally at least 20% time annually (required).

Nationality : N/A

Education : Doctorate degree 

Job type :  Full-time, long-term

Start-up date : 04/15/2010

Salary range : $65,000 - $85,000

Deadline for submission of applications : 03/15/2010

Submit applications to : MEASURE Evaluation at this email address NA

Instructions to applicants : Applicant Instructions:

Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Applicants will apply electronically at http://jobs.unc.edu/1002328.  Please include CV and cover letter.

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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Chief of Party, Municipal Governance, Nicaragua +b

Posted by: Santiago Jaramillo 

Name of company or organization : Management System International 

Place of Assignment :  Nicaragua  

Job description : 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. In 2008, MSI joined Coffey International, Ltd., becoming part of Coffey International Development, a global international development consulting firm. Together with Coffey ID, MSI now has more than 1,400 development professionals worldwide, a corporate presence in 11 countries and manages more than 200 projects worldwide. It currently manages more than 20 long-term projects in countries including Iraq, Sudan, Colombia and Russia.  Broadly, MSI implements a range of analytical and field projects in its core technical areas, including democracy and governance, strategic management and performance improvement, organizational capacity building, human development and natural resource management.  For more information on MSI, please visit our website at www.msiworldwide.com.

Project/Proposal Summary: 

USAID will undertake a comprehensive local governance program in Nicaragua for up to five years. The purpose of the program will be to help municipal governments improve the delivery of basic public services to their constituents. The program will support three main objectives: 1) helping local governments become more accountable, more competent at the core tasks of governance, and more capable of managing public resources, 2) supporting citizens to more effectively engage with municipal governments in order to influence decision making and demand accountability and transparency, and 3) the implementation of municipal services and infrastructure projects.

Position Summary:

MSI seeks a Chief of Party for that program who will provide managerial oversight for the program; provide technical expertise in local government and serve as liaison with USAID and other counterparts.

Responsibilities:

The Chief of Party will

•        Supervise a team of specialists in local governance, citizen participation, project administration and finances and grant making;

•        Supervise the preparation of all technical and financial reports required under the contract

•        Provide liaison with USAID

•        Provide technical knowledge in their field of specialization

•        Coordinate with other donors and other USAID programs

•        Monitor program progress, provision of deliverables and expenditures

Job qualifications : Qualifications:

The Chief of Party will have

•        A minimum of ten year experience in local governance and related fields;

•        Experience in Latin America with Central America and Nicaragua preferred;

•        Experience with USAID or another relevant donor;

•        Fluency in Spanish and English.

Education : Bachelors degree 

Job type :  Full-time, long-term

Deadline for submission of applications : March 18, 2010

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

Instructions to applicants : 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.

Follow-up : Applicants need not do follow-ups 

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Deputy Chief of Party, Finance and Logistics Management +b

Posted by: Santiago Jaramillo 

Name of company or organization : Management System International 

Place of Assignment :  Afghanistan 

Job description : Project/Proposal Summary: The project objectives are geared to support and strengthen USAID Afghanistan’s monitoring and evaluation systems, performance management, strategic communications and public information products, while, providing support services such as facilitating workshops, conferences, and meetings for USAID and its implementing partners, conducting field-based assessments, supporting technical offices in new program/project design, facilitating the Mission’s Participant Training process, providing staff augmentation on an as requested basis, and providing translation services. This is a 5 year project scheduled to begin in May 2010.

Position Summary: MSI is seeking a long-term Senior Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist, with a solid track-record in providing performance monitoring and/or evaluation technical assistance to diverse stakeholders, including USAID, local organizations, international NGOs and contractors, and host-country government officials.  The candidate will be responsible for assisting organizations to set up performance management systems, analyze and present data for a variety of audiences, verify data, and conduct data quality assessments.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as a resident technical expert in monitoring and evaluation;

• Provide training to USAID Staff and partners on performance monitoring and evaluation;

• Create systems for and oversee the implementation of data gathering and results reporting;

• Develop and write reports for USAID based on performance data.

• Assist with the development of project and program level PMPs

• Manage surveys and conduct analysis to measure the effectiveness of USAID funded projects in Afghanistan

• Assist in identifying and hiring consultants for short-term evaluation assignments

• Manage impact and outcome evaluations and assessments of USAID funded projects in Afghanistan

Job qualifications : Qualifications:

• Minimum 10 years of international experience;

• Demonstrated expertise in the establishment of performance monitoring and evaluation systems, preferably for USAID projects and programs

• Proven skills in defining results/outcomes statements and selecting indicators.

• Experience in developing quantitative and qualitative instruments for data collection.

• Experience in data analysis and reporting

• English fluency required

• Experience using SAS or SPSS is strongly preferred

• Experience in operating in complex, international environments, with multi-cultural and multi-ethnic setting is required;

• Experience in Afghanistan or conflict environment strongly preferred.

Education : Bachelors degree 

Job type :  Full-time, long-term

Deadline for submission of applications : March 18, 2010

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

Instructions to applicants : 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.  

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Chief of Party, Municipal Governance, Nicaragua +b

 

Posted by: Santiago Jaramillo 

 

Name of company or organization : Management System International  

 

Place of Assignment :  Nicaragua   

 

Job description : 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. In 2008, MSI joined Coffey International, Ltd., becoming part of Coffey International Development, a global international development consulting firm. Together with Coffey ID, MSI now has more than 1,400 development professionals worldwide, a corporate presence in 11 countries and manages more than 200 projects worldwide. It currently manages more than 20 long-term projects in countries including Iraq, Sudan, Colombia and Russia.  Broadly, MSI implements a range of analytical and field projects in its core technical areas, including democracy and governance, strategic management and performance improvement, organizational capacity building, human development and natural resource management.  For more information on MSI, please visit our website at www.msiworldwide.com.

 

Project/Proposal Summary: 

USAID will undertake a comprehensive local governance program in Nicaragua for up to five years. The purpose of the program will be to help municipal governments improve the delivery of basic public services to their constituents. The program will support three main objectives: 1) helping local governments become more accountable, more competent at the core tasks of governance, and more capable of managing public resources, 2) supporting citizens to more effectively engage with municipal governments in order to influence decision making and demand accountability and transparency, and 3) the implementation of municipal services and infrastructure projects.

 

Position Summary:

MSI seeks a Chief of Party for that program who will provide managerial oversight for the program; provide technical expertise in local government and serve as liaison with USAID and other counterparts.

 

Responsibilities:

The Chief of Party will

•        Supervise a team of specialists in local governance, citizen participation, project administration and finances and grant making;

•        Supervise the preparation of all technical and financial reports required under the contract

•        Provide liaison with USAID

•        Provide technical knowledge in their field of specialization

•        Coordinate with other donors and other USAID programs

•        Monitor program progress, provision of deliverables and expenditures

 

Job qualifications : Qualifications:

The Chief of Party will have

•        A minimum of ten year experience in local governance and related fields;

•        Experience in Latin America with Central America and Nicaragua preferred;

•        Experience with USAID or another relevant donor;

•        Fluency in Spanish and English.

 

Education : Bachelors degree   

 

Job type :  Full-time, long-term       

 

Deadline for submission of applications : March 18, 2010 

 

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

 

Instructions to applicants : 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

 

Follow-up : Applicants need not do follow-ups

 

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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. 

Follow-up : Applicants need not do follow-ups 

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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 

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.

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   

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.