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Close × Share job to a friend Close ×United States of America: Program Associate - Afghanistan and Asia ProgramsClosing date: 2015-06-18Application : Apply for the jobCountry: United States of America
Closing date: 18 Jun 2015
BACKGROUND
Internews is recruiting for a Program Associate position based in Washington DC to support its projects in Asia and Afghanistan. The Program Associate will provide a broad range of administrative and project support including maintaining administrative systems and editing and writing reports and communication materials.
Candidates should be very organized, detail-oriented, and possess strong writing and editing skills.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Collaborate with Asia and Afghanistan field teams to ensure reporting and Monitoring & Evaluation of all projects is completed according to the standards and timeline set by the donor;Ensure timely and professional production of additional project deliverables, such as research papers or evaluations. This will often include copy editing and design;Contribute to the development of new project proposals including: desk research, activity design, past performance assessment, proposal writing, and budget narratives;Work with the field teams and Internews Communications department in Washington, D.C. and Arcata, CA to produce communications and outreach materials, including web stories, two-pagers, briefing papers, and fact sheets;Prepare consultant scopes of work and consulting agreements, and, in conjunction with finance team, manage payments made to consultants;Maintain Internews' internal knowledge management database with files, documents, and information specific to Asia/Afghanistan programs;Organize international travel and logistics for Afghanistan-based staff and maintain the travel tracker and travel approval process;Represent Internews at related events and other external meetings as necessary and provide readout notes to team members;Process expense claims and reimbursements;Other duties as assigned.QUALIFICATIONS
B.A. in International Relations, Political Science, Communications, or a related degree;Highly computer literate with skills in Microsoft Office; InDesign and Photoshop an advantage;Highly organized and detail-oriented, professional and a team player;Demonstrated writing and editing skills;Willing to take early-morning or evening calls on a periodic basis;Must possess an ability to work with people from a diverse range of backgrounds, and sensitivity to different cultures;Experience with international non-governmental organizations or media preferred;Must be self-reliant, resourceful, good problem-solver and good humored;Willingness to travel to Afghanistan occasionally.How to apply:
Please visit: https://chc.tbe.taleo.net/chc06/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=INTERNEWS&cws=1&rid=427
Close×Nicaragua: Project Director, Trafficking in Persons Awareness, Prevention & Protection ProgramClosing date: 2015-06-18Application : Apply for the jobOrganization: International Research and Exchanges BoardCountry: Nicaragua
Closing date: 18 Jun 2015
Location:**Nicaragua**
Reports To:**Director**
Division:**Democracy, Governance and Media Division**
About IREX
IREX is an international nonprofit organization providing thought leadership and innovative programs to promote positive lasting change globally. We enable local individuals and institutions to build key elements of a vibrant society: quality education, independent media, and strong communities. To strengthen these sectors, our program activities also include conflict resolution, technology for development, women and youth.
Founded in 1968, IREX has an annual portfolio of over $70 million and a staff of over 400 professionals worldwide. IREX employs field-tested methods and innovative uses of technologies to develop practical and locally-driven solutions with our partners in more than 100 countries.
Summary of Position
IREX seeks a Project Director with expertise in combatting trafficking in persons to manage a program between Nicaragua and Costa Rica to address each country s specific Trafficking in Persons (TIP)-related issues. The program s goal is to increase awareness and prevention of human trafficking where TIP vulnerability is highest, and to improve victim assistance services through development of victim identification procedures to increase non-governmental organization (NGO) capacity in Nicaragua and Costa Rica.
The position is contingent on funding.
Summary of Responsibilities:
Provide strategic and technical leadership, with responsibility to ensure all program objectives are met
Develop and implement project activities and supply technical expertise
Develop and maintain effective partnerships with governments, civil society organizations and other stakeholders in combatting trafficking in persons
Serve as primary liaison with donor(s)
Manage project staff and consultant experts at IREX headquarters and field office
Oversee project budgeting, monitoring, evaluation and reporting on program activities
Represent IREX publicly and support its organizational development
Skills and Qualifications:
At least 5 years of experience working on anti-trafficking initiatives
Demonstrated success in designing, managing, and implementing donor-funded technical assistance projects (with preference for experience with US government donors)
Expertise building the capacity of governments and civil society organizations to identify and protect victims of trafficking, including through strengthened policies and laws and victim centered investigations and prosecutions
Experience in Nicaragua and/or Costa Rica preferred
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to lead and work on a multi-national and multi-partner team
Ability to establish strong working relationships with senior officials in government, with media and civic leaders, businesspeople and international donors
Fluency in both English and Spanish required
How to apply:
To Apply
Please supply a resume and a cover letter with your application.
NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE
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Close×Zimbabwe: Director, Monitoring and EvaluationClosing date: 2015-06-18Application : Apply for the jobOrganization: FHI 360Country: Zimbabwe
Closing date: 18 Jun 2015
FHI 360 is a nonprofit human development organization dedicated to improving lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally driven solutions. Our staff includes experts in health, education, nutrition, environment, economic development, civil society, gender, youth, research and technology creating a unique mix of capabilities to address today's interrelated development challenges. FHI 360 serves more than 70 countries and all U.S. states and territories. We are currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of: Director, Monitoring and Evaluationin Harare, Zimbabwe.
Description:
FHI360 seeks a qualified candidate for the position of**Director of Monitoring and Evaluation** for an upcoming USAID-funded HIV Care and Treatment program in Zimbabwe (Zimbabwe HCT Mechanism).
Availability of position is contingent upon funding and approval of key personnel.
Job Summary:
The individual will oversee the monitoring, evaluation and research components of the project.
S/he must also develop monitoring, evaluation and reporting (MER) systems that include appropriate indicators, baseline data, targets, and a plan to evaluate performance and produce timely accurate and complete reporting.
Responsibilities:
Lead the design, development, planning, and implementation of project technical strategies. This includes development and dissemination of tools, materials, reports, papers, and intervention linked research;Develop strategies and tools for the design and implementation of specific technical components;Analyze data sets and technical assessment findings; and develop and monitor work plans;Work closely with the program team to ensure compatibility and coordination within the M&E framework, and consistency with national and donor requirements;Responsible for providing technical assistance, developing and setting up systems for the timely collection, management, analysis, and reporting of valid and reliable data that meet donor reporting requirements;Focus on strengthening the M&E system, building capacity of partners and staff, and improving alignment and support to host-country M&E systems; andUndertake periodic reviews of program and/or country M&E systems, and participate in planning M&E system strengthening actions. Provide guidance on information systems for quality assurance, as well as best practices documentation and reporting.Qualifications:
Minimum 8 years experience, with progressively increasing level of responsibility;Demonstrated expertise in rigorous quantitative and qualitative research and analytical methods;Demonstrated hands-on practical experience setting up and managing MER systems for HIV/AIDS programs;Excellent report writing, analytical and communication skills, including oral presentation skills; andExtensive experience in knowledge management and dissemination of research findings.We offer competitive compensation and an outstanding benefit package. Please click hereto visit FHI 360's Career Center for a list of all open positions.
FHI 360 is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.FHI 360 is committed to providing equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, age, disability or status as a veteran with respect to policies, programs, or activities.
How to apply:
https://jobs-fhi360.icims.com/jobs/15759/director%2c-monitoring-and-evaluation/job
Close×Zimbabwe: Director, Finance and OperationsClosing date: 2015-06-18Application : Apply for the jobOrganization: FHI 360Country: Zimbabwe
Closing date: 18 Jun 2015
FHI 360 is a nonprofit human development organization dedicated to improving lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally driven solutions. Our staff includes experts in health, education, nutrition, environment, economic development, civil society, gender, youth, research and technology creating a unique mix of capabilities to address today's interrelated development challenges. FHI 360 serves more than 70 countries and all U.S. states and territories. We are currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of: Director, Finance and Operations
Description:
FHI360 seeks a qualified candidate for the position of**Director of Finance and Operations** for an upcoming USAID-funded HIV Care and Treatment program in Zimbabwe (Zimbabwe HCT Mechanism).
Availability of position is contingent upon funding and approval of key personnel.
Job Summary:
The Director of Finance and Operations is expected to have both relevant financial and administrative management experience and be responsible for and serve as primary coordinator for all aspects of activity finance, administration, sub-grants management and operations.
Responsibilities:
Develops program budgets with teams and monitor budget pipelines;Provides timely and accurate financial reports to FHI 360 and USAID as required;Reviews and approves recommendations for financial planning and control, providing relevant fiscal information to senior management team;Manages internal and external financial audits of the program;Oversees all financial and operations functions to ensure an efficient and effective operating platform;Ensures continual review of internal and strategic controls, communications, risk assessments and maintenance of documentation;Supports partners as needed to ensure sound financial management and operations;Ensures that sub-contracts, sub-grants and local consultancy documents and procedures are completed in a timely and correct manner and comply with FHI 360 and funder policies and regulations; andProvides overall administration coordination and support to ensure an effective and efficient operating platform for the program.Qualifications:
A Master s degree or higher in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting or other relevant field, or a Bachelor s or certified accounting degree with 12 years experience;At least 10 years of demonstrated experience in administrative and financial management of large-scale, complex, international development assistance programs;Strong financial and operational management experience with proven management skills;Strong interpersonal and team-building skills with significant experience building strong host country national team;Extensive experience in developing and managing a donor funded grants program;Proven ability to work with a wide range of local organizations and people; andExcellent understanding of USAID and USG regulations preferred, or applicable international donor experience.This job description summarizes the main duties of the job. It neither prescribes nor restricts the exact tasks that may be assigned to carry out these duties. This document should not be construed in any way to represent a contract of employment. Management reserves the right to review and revise this document at any time.
We offer competitive compensation and an outstanding benefit package. Please click hereto visit FHI 360's Career Center for a list of all open positions.
FHI 360 is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.FHI 360 is committed to providing equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, age, disability or status as a veteran with respect to policies, programs, or activities.
How to apply:
https://jobs-fhi360.icims.com/jobs/15758/director%2c-finance-and-operations/job
Close×Djibouti: Senior Project Design and Strategic Planning AdvisorClosing date: 2015-06-18Application : Apply for the jobOrganization: US Agency for International DevelopmentCountry: Djibouti
Closing date: 18 Jun 2015
(A) BACKGROUND:
USAID/Kenya and East Africa/Djibouti is a limited presence country (LPC) country office, relying on support from USAID/Kenya and East Africa (KEA). Djibouti's strategic location in a conflict-prone region with Yemen, Eritrea, Somalia, and Ethiopia at its borders combined with its commitment to peaceful, moderate views makes it a unique and strategic partner for the United States. Djibouti is host to Camp Lemonier, the only permanent U.S. military installation in Africa.
Given the importance of the U.S.-Djibouti bilateral relationship, USAID committed to provide increased development assistance to Djibouti by about $10 million, with new programs supporting the Government of Djibouti s priority areas of workforce development and energy.
Prior annual budgets for USAID/KEA/Djibouti fluctuated between $3-6 million, mostly comprised of Development Assistance and PEPFAR funds. In FY 2014, USAID/KEA/Djibouti received almost $12 million - $10 million in Economic Support Funds (ESF) and approximately $1.5 million in PEPFAR funds. USAID/KEA/Djibouti programs will include primary education (early grade reading), health (HIV/AIDs, tuberculosis, and polio), workforce development, renewable energy (technical assistance in collaboration with Power Africa), Democracy and Governance (capacity building of local NGOs), and Food for Peace.
The USAID/Djibouti Country Office is led by a FS-01 Supervisory Program Officer serving as the USAID Representative. In addition, there is a USDH Program Officer as the Deputy Representative (FS 03, currently vacant), and eight FSNs, (currently two vacant). Of the eight FSNs, two are support staff. Prior to this assessment, the USAID Representative proposed a USPSC-offshore position to serve as an Economic Growth/Democracy Officer and is pending approval of an NSDD-38. USAID/KEA/Djibouti expects to fill the Program Officer position in the next bidding cycle. Initial consultations with State Department have signaled a willingness to consider increasing the number of USAID staff.
Implementation of the Djibouti Program portfolio is difficult. Negotiations with the Government of Djibouti s (GoDj) on project design and implementation approaches are often complicated and lengthy. For example, the GoDj expelled USAID s DG implementing partner in 2011. Indeed, the GoDj has concerns with international implementing partners in the country. Moreover, local NGOs are very weak, limiting options for implementing partners.
In addition to managing USAID core development programs, USAID/KEA/Djibouti serves as a liaison between the Combined Joint Task Force Horn of Africa (CJTF-HOA) and the GoDj in vetting, programming, and implementing the CJTF-HOA s civil and humanitarian affairs projects. This function is management intensive and is largely carried out by the USAID Country Representative.
The Republic of Djibouti is a critical USG partner, not least because it hosts Camp Lemonnier, the only permanent U.S. military base in Africa. With or without the presence of the base, Djibouti has significant development needs. Left unaddressed, these needs have the potential to destabilize a country which plays a critical role in U.S. Government (USG) counter-terrorism efforts, multilateral anti-piracy efforts, and through its transit corridor and trade linkages, helps ensure the stability of its much larger neighbor, Ethiopia.
(B) DISCUSSION:
Education
USAID s education program aims to improve the quality of teaching and learning in primary schools. Working with Djibouti's Ministry of Education, the program is working to:
Develop a national teacher training plan and trained over 1,200 primary school teachers
Create a strategy to improve access and retention of girls in school
Revise textbooks using a gender lens
Link secondary school girls with university mentors
Support parent-teacher associations to identify school priorities
USAID is also strengthening governance among 112 school management committees, helping produce the Ministry's annual statistical manual with improved data and graphics, and providing job training to out-of-school youth.
Education is considered as a priority sector to leverage economic growth in the National Initiative for Social Development Strategy of the GoDj. To reach the education for all goals, the GoDj will need to sustain its level of commitment to the education sector to ensure the ability of the country to achieve its development goals. On the social dimension, improving quality of education will positively impact human health, construction of citizenry, and more importantly reduce the incidence of poverty.
USAID/KEA/Djibouti prepared a Basic Education concept paper approved by the Mission Director on April 29, 2013 that allowed the Djibouti team to proceed with the development of a project appraisal document (PAD). Djibouti is facing a youth bulge, with 40 percent of the population aged 15 years or younger. There is tremendous pressure to create sufficient opportunities for these future entrants into the job market, in an economy that is both small and very narrow, largely base on port and transit services. Overall unemployment in Djibouti is between 48 and 60 percent. Youth unemployment (ages 20-24) is much higher; although here are no reliable figures, a recent study funded by JICA estimated it at 81.6 percent. Workforce development is critical, with poor quality education, the lack of linkages with the private sector, and a lack of workplace readiness in terms of soft skills all identified as contributing to unemployment.
USAID/KEA/Djibouti also conducted a workforce development assessment in April-May 2014. The key findings of preliminary report indicate, for example, that few employers feel that the educational system is fully responding to job market needs. Teaching of basic literacy and numeracy needs to be strengthened, and workforce readiness should be integrated into the educational curriculum, so that students have the best chance of succeeding in a business environment. Employers identified soft skills that they demand (punctuality, ability to work with others, flexibility, oral and written English and French communication skills, and general IT skills), and indicated that these skills were just as important, if not more important than the technical skills needed. The current technical vocational education and training system is supply-driven, but without regard for student interest in the jobs for which they are preparing, and without a focus on employment. Curricula and training should evolve on an ongoing basis based what the private sector indicates it needs, on the success of students in finding and keeping employment.
Health
To improve the health of Djiboutian families, USAID has supported programs to control tuberculosis, polio, and HIV/AIDS, as well as improve nutrition.
USAID s current health programs are designed to improve the Ministry of Health s capacity to deliver effective, high-quality services through improved governance and systems. We provide technical assistance to improve health care organizational structures, systems, and procedures. Health activities include training health personnel in financial management and service delivery, as well as strengthening the health management and information system. In addition, USAID/KEA/Djibouti successfully negotiated the first U.S.-backed public-private partnership in Djibouti, bringing government, USAID, and Dubai Port World together to address HIV/AIDS along the Djibouti-Ethiopia transport corridor. The agreement will build a 1,600-square foot community center to provide health care to 30,000 truckers and vulnerable people living along the corridor, as well as counseling, testing, education, and personnel.
(C) OBJECTIVES (BASIC FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION):
The Senior Project Design and Strategic Planning Advisor will provide USAID/Djibouti s design team with assistance in preparing and finalizing the full range of project design documents, including Project Appraisal Documents (PAD), log-frames, implementation plans, and monitoring and evaluation plans. S/he will help the design team to identify and conduct analyses needed for rigorous design, along with the mandatory analyses for gender, environment, and sustainability. S/he will support the new activity procurement processes by assessing potential local implementing partners, drafting solicitation documents, and serving on Technical Evaluation Committees. He/she will also participate in the finalization of a mid-term assessment of USAID s HIV/AIDS prevention program.
(D) MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Program Design (60%)(i) Workforce Development Project
Develop a long-term project for workforce development that includes multiple clusters of condition-dependent activities with multiple Djiboutian stakeholders;
Ensure that the issues raised from the concept paper review are addressed in the PAD.
(ii) Basic Education Project
Lead in the design of a basic education program in collaboration with the Ministry of Education.
(iii) Democracy and Governance:
Assist in identifying and designing a public international organization (PIO) to support elections and/or an instrument to call up local NGO capacity building and assessment capability on an as-needed basis.
Mid-term Assessment (15%)Finalize the draft scope of work for a mid-term assessment of the HIV/AIDS prevention program to assess the performance of sub-partners and the success of FHI s capacity-building activities with them and with the GoDj. The results of the assessment will be critical in informing the design of project (iii) above.
Program Procurement (15%)a) Assists in identifying and assessing potential PIO implementing partners.
b) Drafts/assists in drafting solicitation documents for activities approved in the PADs.
c) Serves on Technical Evaluation Committees applications and/or proposals submitted in response to requests for application/proposals.
Other Duties (10%)Performs other duties as assigned by the Country Representative.
Travel
The Advisor will be based in Djibouti and will travel in country if need arises.
(E) SUPERVISION AND RELATIONSHIPS
a) Team Membership The position will be part of the USAID/KEA/Djibouti Office.
b) Supervision Received The position will be supervised by the Djibouti Country Representative.
c) Supervision Given The position will have no supervisory responsibilities
d) Physical Demands The work is generally sedentary and does not pose undue physical demands.
e) Work Environment The position is based in USAID/KEA/Djibouti Office.
While in Djibouti the work is generally performed in an office environment. However, the position may also require in country travel.
f) Start Date Immediately, once necessary clearances are obtained
(F) POSITION ELEMENTS
Available GuidelinesThe incumbent is required to quickly understand Mission and Agency specific policies and procedures which govern project design and activity management in addition to the USAID/EA established administrative operating procedures, policies and formats. When provided, guidance from the supervisor is primarily with regard to policy, priorities, results to be achieved, basic approaches to be followed, and in the case of assembling report, the nature and basic content of reports are provided. Oral guidance from the immediate supervisor and specific detailed instructions will be given (when necessary) for carrying out unique assignments. The incumbent will be required to be proactive in keeping abreast of evolving guidelines and policies relevant to conflict issues within the region, including but not limited to the Agency s Automated Directives System (ADS), General Notices/Mission Orders/Mission Notices, USG Procurement regulations, and USAID Program Strategy and Policy Documents.
Exercise of JudgmentIn instances not clearly covered by written guidelines, the incumbent will use her/his own professional, well-informed judgment with full knowledge and understanding of nature and goals of the position and of the Djibouti s Integrated Country Strategy and program design process. Excellent (balanced) judgment must be exercised in setting priorities. The incumbent will also be required to follow and adhere to the Agency's Code of Ethics and Conduct.
Authority to Make CommitmentsThe incumbent will have no independent authority to make resource commitments or commit U.S. Government (USG, USAID/Washington, or the USAID/KEA/Djibouti) funds on behalf of the U.S. Government or USAID/KEA.
QualificationsThe successful candidate is expected to meet the following required minimum qualifications:
A Master s Degree in International Relations, Political Science, Economics, Health, Education, or a related field.
A minimum of five (5) years of overseas experience working in a developing country context dealing with similar work (e.g. design of programs, liaising with Government officials in developing countries, etc.
Language: English 3/3 and French 3/3
(G) OTHER ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
Applicants who do not meet the following eligibility requirements are considered NOT qualified for the position.
Applicant must be a U.S. Citizen.
Ability to obtain and maintain a secret security clearance.
Ability to obtain medical clearance
(H) EVALUATION CRITERIA
Basis of Rating:
Applications that clearly meet the minimum required qualifications and other eligibility requirements will be reviewed against the Evaluation Criteria below. Interview performance and responses and professional references will be used to inform the review against each of the three criteria.
Criterion 1: Expert level knowledge developed through a combination of education and experience in the private sector, education, and health HIV/AIDS prevention. (40%)
Criterion 2: USG knowledge and experience. Demonstrated knowledge of USG policies and procedures, especially relating to project design, procurement, and strategy development, through prior experience working with USG directly or indirectly. (30%)
Criterion 3: Availability for full time employment for a total of six months. (30%)
How to apply:
SOLICITATION NUMBER: SOL-603-15-000002
ISSUANCE DATE: June 3, 2015
RFP CLOSING DATE/TIME: June 18, 2015 at 8:00am Nairobi, Kenya time
POSITION TITLE: Short Term United States/Personal Services Contractor (US/PSC) Senior Project Design and Strategic Planning Advisor
MARKET VALUE: Equivalent to GS-14: Salary between US$86,399 and US$112,319. Final compensation will be based upon the candidate s past salary, work history and educational background
PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE: Six months
PLACE OF PERFORMANCE: Djibouti
SUBJECT: SOLICITATION FOR UNITED STATES PERSONAL SERVICES CONTRACTOR (USPSC) SENIOR PROJECT DESIGN AND STRATEGIC PLANNING ADVISOR IN DJIBOUTI
The United States Government, represented by the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), requests an application from qualified U.S. Citizensinterested in providing PSC services as described in the attached solicitation. Submittals shall be in accordance with the attached information at the place and time specified in this document.
Kindly submit:
Your most current curriculum vitae or resume;Signed form OF-612, Optional Application for Federal Employment, orSF 171, Application for Federal Employment (**you are not required to submit both**);Contractor Employee Biographical Data Sheet (AID 1420-17);At least three references, who are not family members or relatives, with telephone and e-mail contacts; andCover letter stating period of availability for work in Djibouti. It is anticipated that this award will be made by June 30, 2015.The CV/resume must contain sufficient relevant information to evaluate the application. The references must be able to provide substantive information about your past performance and abilities. USAID/EA reserves the right to obtain from previous employers relevant information concerning the past performance and may consider such information in its evaluation.
If you are selected for this position you must be available to start work o/a the end of June, 2015. This availability MUST be indicated in your cover letter (applications not indicating this availability will not be considered). Please submit your application by E-mail, addressed to Acquisition and Assistance Specialist Mr. Ketan Sood, atKSood@USAID.Gov**with a copy** to Contracting Officer Maria Televantos atMTelevantos@USAID.Govby the closing date and time.
Form OF 612, Optional Application for Federal Employment, or SF 171, Application for Federal Employmentand Contractor Employee Biographical Data Sheet (AID 1420-17) must be signed and if submitted unsigned, the application will not be considered. Scanned copies are accepted by e-mail.
Please provide your current full mailing address with telephone and email address in the application.
USAID/East Africa anticipates awarding one (1) Personal Services Contract as a result of this solicitation. This solicitation in no way obligates USAID to award a PSC contract, nor does it commit USAID to pay any costs incurred in the preparation and submission of the application.
I. BENEFITS
As a matter of policy, and as appropriate, a USPSC is normally authorized the following benefits and allowances: (NOTE: an individual defined as a Resident/Local-Hire employee may only be eligible for those benefits listed under item A below)
BENEFITSEmployer s FICA ContributionContribution toward Health and Life InsurancePay Comparability AdjustmentEligibility for Worker s CompensationAnnual and Sick LeaveALLOWANCES (if applicable please refer to the Department of State s Standardized Regulations)Post Allowance (Section 220)Post Differential (Chapter 500)Payments during Evacuation/Authorized Departure (Section 600) and Danger Pay (Section 650)FEDERAL TAXES: USPSCs are not exempt from payment of Federal Income taxes under the foreign earned income exclusion.II. APPLYING
Please submit your application by e-mail (**ONLY APPROVED METHOD**) to Senior Acquisition & Assistance Specialist Ketan Sood atKSood@USAID.Govwith a copy to Maria Televantos at mtelevantos@usaid.govby the closing date and time. Ensure that you indicate the solicitation number and position title (USAID/KEA/DJIBOUTI/Solicitation # SOL-603-15-000002 Senior Project Design and Strategic Planning Advisor) in the subject line.
Form OF 612, Optional Application for Federal Employment, or SF 171, Application for Federal Employment and Contractor Employee Biographical Data Sheet (AID 1420-17) must be signed and if submitted unsigned it will be rejected. Scanned copies are accepted by e-mail.
Applicants should retain for their records copies of all enclosures which accompany their applications. Any questions regarding this solicitation may be directed to Senior Acquisition & Assistance Specialist Ketan Sood at KSood@USAID.Govwith a copy to Maria Televantos at mtelevantos@usaid.gov.
Please provide your current full mailing address with telephone numbers and email address in the application.
1. List of Required Forms for PSCs
Optional form 612 orSF 171, Application for Federal EmploymentContractor Physical Examination (AID Form 1420-62)AID 6-1 (Request for Security Action)SF-86 (Questionnaire for National Security Positions)FD-258 (Fingerprint Cards) 2 eachAID 610-14 (Authority for Release of Information)AID 6-85 (Foreign Residence Data)Fair Credit Reporting Act of 1970, As AmendedNotice Required by the Privacy Act of 1974These forms shall only be completed upon the advice of the Contracting Officer that an applicant is the successful candidate for the job. Note: The selected individual shall be required to obtain a security clearance and a medical clearance. No contract will be awarded without a valid security and medical clearance.
2. Acquisition and Assistance Policy Directives (AAPDs) Pertaining to Personal Service Contracts (PSC)
AAPDs contain information or changes pertaining to USAID policy, regulation and procedures concerning acquisition and assistance. A number of AAPDs pertain to Personal Services Contracts. Please refer to the USAID website: http://www.usaid.gov/work-usaid/aapds-cibsto locate relevant AAPDs. Additionally, AIDAR Appendix D or J also applies to PSCs and can be found at: http://www.usaid.gov/work-usaid/aapds-cibs.
Close×United States of America: (Re-advertisement) Risk-Informed/Resilient Education Programming, ConsultancyClosing date: 2015-06-18Application : Apply for the jobOrganization: UN Children's FundCountry: United States of America
Closing date: 18 Jun 2015
Background
The concept of resilience has gained traction in the international aid community as the social and economic costs of disasters, armed conflicts, epidemics and other calamities has continued to rise. The duration, scale, and cost of humanitarian interventions is growing. Chronic and high vulnerability levels amplify the impact of shocks and stress, however, many of the shocks and stresses are predictable and their consequences can be mitigated or prevented. In order to ensure better results that are sustainable both development and humanitarian programs must focus on adaptive programming that is risk[1]informed, including addressing the structural and underlying causes of vulnerability.
UNICEF defines resilience as the ability of children, households, communities, and systems to anticipate, prevent, adapt to, withstand, and overcome stresses and shocks in ways which advance the rights of every child, with special attention to the most vulnerable and disadvantaged children . UNICEF is committed to strengthening its involvement in systematic reduction of vulnerability to crises, both natural and man-made, through risk-informed country programmes that help build resilience at the institutional, community, and individual levels. UNICEF Offices at all levels will identify, assess, manage and report on critical risks. This will include identification of roles and accountabilities; implementation of risk mitigation procedures; and facilitation of trainings for managers and staff to develop and promote risk-informed decision-making across the organization. A major emphasis in this area is building resilience by strengthening national capacities. UNICEF supports governments to undertake risk-informed budgetary planning, management and auditing to improve preparedness, prevention and response to shocks and cumulative stresses at both national and subnational levels.
Risk-informed Education Programming
Crisis has a powerfully destructive impact on children s education access, completion, and learning achievement. States affected by conflict, disaster, displacement and other crises are the furthest away from achieving development goals. While current approaches have undoubtedly played an important role in maintaining a lifeline to learning, the evidence indicates that they are not sufficient to meet the needs of children affected by crisis. UNICEF has programmed for many years in risk prone contexts and has advanced programmes for disaster risk reduction, peace-building, climate change adaptation, and social protection. However, under the new Strategic Plan, UNICEF aims to scale-up these experiences and integrate them systematically into its development programmes and humanitarian action.
UNICEF is currently developing a Basic Package on Risk Informed Programming which will include guidance and practical tools to support country offices to (1) identify hazards and threats (2) assess risks (3) apply risk-informed approaches to planning and programming. The education sector will be contributing to this package as well as developing expanded guidance and tools related to
[1] Risk is the relationship between vulnerability & capacity (level of social, economic & political capital etc.), exposure (people s location) & the shock
risk management. To advance outcomes against 2014-2017 Strategic Plan, the Education sector is working to ensure education plans and programmes are risk-informed and risk-responsive. The Peacebuilding, Education and Advocacy Programme (PBEA) has in recent years developed and implemented conflict analyses that led to the design of conflict-informed education programmes in fragile and conflict-affected countries. Good practices related to Disaster Risk Reduction and Climate Change Adaptation have also been developed and implemented in many country programmes, helping to bridge humanitarian and development approaches.
Purpose
To develop How to guidance and tools for the Education component in line with UNICEF s multi-sectoral basic package for risk-informed programmes. The guidance and tools will inform and lead UNICEF Country Offices on developing risk-informed Education programming at national and sub-national levels, especially at key stages of programming such as annual work planning, new country programme development, mid-term review, and regular monitoring exercises. The guidance, checklists and tools will also help to support UNICEF and its implementing partners (i.e. governments, UN agencies, NGOs, etc.) to analyze risk and understand how to adapt education policies and programmes with the aim to build the resilience of systems, communities, schools and children.
Main Responsibilities and Tasks
Desk Review and Background Paper
o Conduct basic research and literature review on global, regional and national approaches to risk and resilience in countries affected by crises; including an overview of existing frameworks, resources, tools and available cost-benefit analyses.
o Highlight education related resources focused on prevention, preparation and mitigation of risks associated with shocks, hazards and stresses due natural hazards, violence and conflict, and other crises (e.g. economic shocks, epidemics)
o Hold consultation meeting with reference group for feedback and revision, and for reaching consensus on the concepts to be highlighted in the forthcoming guidance document and practical tools
Guidance document and practical tools for risk-informed/resilient education plans and programmes
o Design and develop simple, practical guidance that will link to appropriate conceptual frameworks and thematic resources and outline process for ensuring plans and programmes are risk-informed
o Design and develop user-friendly, easily adaptable tools including i) check-list for risk assessment, ii) costing templates, iii) responsive programming examples, iv) menu of M&E indicators
o Hold consultation meeting with reference group for feedback and revision of both guidance document and tools
UNICEF Education Component of the Basic Packagefor Risk-Informed Programming:
Develop the Education component of UNICEF s Basic Package for Risk-Informed ProgrammesWork, conferring with relevant sectors and cross-cutting issue teamsParticipate in consultation meetings with UNICEF sectors involved in risk-informed programmingDuty Station
Remote/Home-based. The consultant will be available by email, telephone and Skype to facilitate inputs to and production of the document. Travel may be required (TBD).
Timeframe: Start date:15 June 2015 (approx.) End date:30 October 2015
Minimum Qualifications and Competencies
Advanced university degree in social science, education, or a closely related field
Minimum of 8-10 years of responsible experience at the Mid-management level in planning and implementing education programmes with either the UN, or International Organizations
Proven experience of integration of disaster risk reduction and/or peacebuilding into humanitarian and development education programming
Excellent analytical and writing skills
Experience developing guidance and tools
Proficient in Publisher, Excel and Microsoft Suite Fluency in English (verbal and written). Knowledge of another UN language an asset.
*Please see deliverables in the attached chart.
How to apply:
How to Apply
Applicants are requested to send their submissions to <**pdconsultants@unicef.org>with subject line: ** (Re-advertisement) Risk-informed/Resilient Education Programming Consultancy by**18 June 2015, 5:00pm EST**.
(Those who previously applied need not re-apply.)
Applications must include:
Cover letter,
CV, and
P-11 form (http://www.unicef.org/about/employ/files/P11.doc)
Please indicate your ability, availability and daily/monthly rate (in US$) to undertake the terms of reference above. Applications submitted without a daily/monthly rate will not be considered. Joint Applications of two or more individuals are not accepted.
Close×Iraq: Program Coordinator InternshipClosing date: 2015-06-18Application : Apply for the jobOrganization: Women Rehabilitation OrganizationCountry: Iraq
Closing date: 18 Jun 2015
Women Rehabilitation Organization (WRO) is a non-profit, non-governmental, voluntary and independent local organization working towards the protection and advancement of women s rights in Kurdistan, Iraq. WROs work aims to increase the social, political, economic participation of women in all aspects of society. This is done through the provision of educational and awareness raising initiatives that focus on women s legal and political rights and capacity building development projects that promote the economic and political empowerment and participation of women.
WRO has been working on the ground as part of the struggle to advance women s rights since 2003. After four years of grassroots work, WRO became an officially registered NGO in 2007. WRO has a ten year history of collaborative work at the national, regional and international level working with organizations such as the UNFPA, UNHCR, UNOPS, the Global Fund, NDI, IRI, US Embassy regional reconstruction and Provincial teams and the Iraqi Civil Society Program Organization. Since its establishment, WRO delivered over 20 projects/initiatives on the areas of women s health, legal rights and political and economic participation. WROs efforts have shed light and raised awareness on many important issues relating to women s rights and have directly impacted the lives of hundreds of women and their families.
WRO also believes that in order to ensure full awareness for women, we need to enhance their levels in education and health. Moreover, WRO advocates for protection of women's rights in the legal system, in an effort to meet global standards in international conventions and treaties. WROs headquarters is located in Erbil and operates throughout several districts in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq (KRI), with all IDP, refugee, and host communities both in camp and non camp settings, in both urban and rural areas
WRO is seeking to hire a Programs Coordinator to support and coordinate projects that contain protection and livelihood mechanisms; S/GBV awareness, psychosocial and legal support, and vocational trainings for women and girls.
Position reports to: Sr. Programs Manager
Duties will include:
Making sure of all ongoing projects are implemented according to the approved projects objectives, activities and work plans
Take a part in hiring projects staff according to project's needs, budgets within WRO's HR department and/or the programs manager
Take decisions regarding projects requirements under the Programs Manager's supervision and knowledge
Responsible for receiving and reviewing weekly reports from all ongoing projects and prepare integrated internal and external reports on weekly and monthly basis to the HQ
Follow up on internal evaluation and monitoring of projects as well as assisting in external one
Assist with conducting annual reports
Responsible of data analyzing of reports of all projects
In some projects, a direct involvement in projects activities and implementations is required.
Take action to mitigate any risks facings projects implementations, activities, staff, and beneficiaries. Report on such risks immediately.
Create suitable filling system to file all correspondences, administrative docs, and others in hard and soft copies.
Use projects scheduling to monitor projects plans, work hours, budgets, expenditures, staff performance.
Oversees the day to day projects management and the projects operations.
Review and collect all data from all ongoing projects regularly.
Responsible of writing narrative and indicator reports for ongoing projects.
Assist in writing the annual achievement report of WRO
Assist in fundraising , proposal writing, and project design for the organization
Coordinate and represent the organization professionally at cluster, donor, NGOs, and other meeting regularly.
Contribute to planning and design of projects and projects activities
Ensure all required projects close out documents are obtained, and all final narrative reports are done in a timely manner.
Expected to apply any other task related to the projects, and the organization
Maintain flexibility to take any added responsibility as and when needed.
Maintain flexibility to take any required business trip to WRO's projects, or offices at other cities and/or villages within Kurdistan Region, and outside in Iraq.
Requirements
Related degreeDemonstrated experience in project and administration coordinationProven experience liaising with government departments and donor projectsFluent in EnglishAdvanced communication skills, including active listening skills and excellent written communication.Exceptional interpersonal and skills and an ability to work collegially with team members and stakeholders.Ability to represent the organization and its objectives in highly professional and responsible manner.Ability to allocate and review priorities to meet deadlines.Flexibility in approach and an ability to adapt to varying demands.Ability to identify problems and resolutions.Ability to work unsupervised and lead a teamProven skills and experience in working on MS OfficeTerms of Internship and Remuneration
Employment term is for 1 year
The employment contract will be internship employment
The monthly compensation salary is 850 USD
2 round trip airline tickets will be provided annually
Accommodation will be provided as well
Business transportation will be covered by the organization
Females are encouraged to apply
How to apply:
Applications are being received on a rolling basis. Please send your CV and cover letter to hrd.wro@gmail.com
Close×Rwanda: Client Satisfaction Survey ConsultantClosing date: 2015-06-18Application : Apply for the jobOrganization: International Rehabilitation Council for Torture VictimsCountry: Rwanda
Closing date: 18 Jun 2015
IRCT is calling for expression of interest for the design and the evaluation of client satisfactionto be conducted as part of the activities of its project Developing the capacity of Non State torture rehabilitation and prevention services in Burundi, the Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda, through regional peer supervision and constructive Non-State - State engagement on the subject of torture** **(called the project ) commenced in May 2011 and is due to end in March 2015.
The Client satisfaction Survey isto assess the quality and diversification of an array of holistic rehabilitation services provided by all six partner and associate organisations as well as referral institutions in Burundi, the DRC and Rwanda.
This client satisfactionsurvey wil ltake place in the month of July 2015 andwill mainly focus on how the project facilitated partners and associates to provide appropriate quality and diversified holistic rehabilitation services to final beneficiaries..
The IRCT Secretariat leads the project implementation in partnership with 6 torture rehabilitation centres, 2 of which are members of the IRCT. There are 2 partners and 4 associate partners. The partners and associate partners operate in three countries: Burundi, the DRC and Rwanda.
1.Context and description of the Interventions
Torture rehabilitation services are directly provided to clients within the partner and associate organisations centres and in the communities including community-based sociotherapy and income generating activities,. There are also services provided indirectly to clients through medical referral institutions and legal firms
Project partners have been supported to provide community-based rehabilitation services that include psychosocial rehabilitation, medical treatment, patient information security, and community outreach and income generation. To date approximately 6500 women, men and children have benefited from these services.
The overall aim of the client satisfaction survey is to identify whether torture rehabilitation services provided under this project have met the needs of survivors. The consultant will be tasked to identify areas to improvement of the services offered by partner and associate organisations based on the clients satisfaction during the project experience. Furthermore, this information is required for monitoring of SCALE and other large donor funded programmes. The objectives of the client satisfaction exit interview are:
to assess clients satisfaction of their experiences at the centres, including their perception of quality of services provided; andTo assess the client profile by collecting more socio-demographic information about the clients, the IRCT can understand better the type of client who has sought different services and who accessed the services to be able to see if there are client types that have been targeted as assessing the extent the project services have reached underserved populations.1.1Content
The consultant will evaluate all aspects of the project service delivery, which includes
CareAccessTreatment procedureSafetyPreventive actionsThe survey will take place in Rwanda, Burundi and the Democratic Republic of Congo. In Rwanda, the survey will cover Kigali, Ngoma District and Rwamagana district. In Burundi, the survey will cover activities in Bujumbura-ville, and the provinces of Bujumbura-rural, Kayanza, Bubanza, Gitega and In the DRC, activities will be assessed in Uvira and its surroundings, as well as Bukavu, Mwenga, Kamituga and Kitutu.
The detailed time frame will be agreed, however it is expected that the activities will take place during July 2015 over a period of 15 days. This will include, inter alia, a field visit to the Great Lakes Region including Rwanda, Burundi and the DRC (9 days) and a desktop study that will include report and mission preparation (6 days). The final report should be with IRCT Secretariat by the 17thof July 2015
How to apply:
1.Interested consultants/firms may request for details and submit their technical and financial proposals with a detailed CV to the Regional Coordinator IRCT Sub Saharan Africa Email: FB@irct.orgplease copy PJH@irct.orgExpressions of interest must be e-mailed to the same by 17 hrs. GMT+3 by Thursday 18/06/2014
Close×Afghanistan: Administrative and Ops Specialist--ConsultantClosing date: 2015-06-19Application : Apply for the jobOrganization: Counterpart InternationalCountry: Afghanistan
Closing date: 19 Jun 2015
Counterpart International is a global development organization that empowers people and communities to implement innovative and enduring solutions to social, economic, and environmental challenges. For nearly 50 years, Counterpart has been forging partnerships with communities in need to address complex problems related to economic development, food security and nutrition, and building effective governance and institutions.
For more information visit www.Counterpart.org
SUMMARY: Counterpart International is seeking an Operations and Administration Specialist for its 5-year, USAID funded, Afghan Civic Engagement Program (ACEP). This is a short-term consultancy position based in Kabul, Afghanistan. Under the direction of the Deputy Chief of Party Finance, Compliance & Administration, the Operations and Admin Specialist will assist the Human Resources and Administration teams. The Operations and Admin Specialist will support the institutionalization, implementation, and oversight of Human Resources and Operation policies, ensuring that these are compliant with USAID and Counterpart guidelines. Policies include but are not limited to the following: 1) Procurement, 2) Human resources, 3) Logistics and travel, 4) Contracting. The Specialist will provide additional support as needed by the Deputy Chief of Party Finance.
OVERALL RESPONSIBILITIES:
Review financial management and administration documentation and systems and revise policies and procedures as necessary.
Review the existing manuals, handbooks, policies and procedures and help revise/update them in line with local laws, as well as in compliance with USAID regulations, and Counterpart s policies and procedures.
Support the maintenance of an efficient procurement system, to ensure that the internal controls are in place;
Train the relevant support staff to ensure timely delivery of goods and services to programs and requestors in compliance with Counterpart procurement policies. Oversee the maintenance of the inventory and implementation of related policies. Assist in the reviewing and drafting of quarterly inventory status reports to the Deputy Chief of Party Finance;
Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
RequirementsQUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor s degree in administration or relevant field;
2-3 years experience working with international development programs in operations and administration positions;
Previous experience working on USAID-funded programs, preferably in Afghanistan;
Excellent coordination and strategic planning skills;
Proven ability to support as well as lead, depending on team s needs;
Demonstrated capacity to manage multiple tasks under strict deadlines;
Demonstrated knowledge of USG rules, regulations, policies and procedures;
Demonstrating leadership, supervisory and organizational skills;
A high level of interpersonal and communication skills;
Excellent computer skills (Microsoft Word, Database management, Excel, PowerPoint);
Fluency in business English with excellent English writing skills. Pashto/Dari a plus;
Please apply online at www.Counterpart.org. No calls or emails please.
Counterpart is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities, veterans and the physically challenged are encouraged to apply.
How to apply:
https://rew12.ultipro.com/COU1004/JobBoard/JobDetails.aspx?__ID=\*2819E982DB4C9A2E
Close×Nepal: Proposal Development Consultant--NepalClosing date: 2015-06-19Application : Apply for the jobOrganization: Counterpart InternationalCountry: Nepal
Closing date: 19 Jun 2015
Counterpart International is a global development organization that empowers people and communities to implement innovative and enduring solutions to social, economic, and environmental challenges. For 50 years, Counterpart has been forging partnerships with communities in need to address complex problems related to economic development, food security and nutrition, and building effective governance and institutions.
Summary
Counterpart is seeking a Proposal Development Consultant to assist in the development of a USAID proposal for a project that aims to strengthen the enabling environment for Nepali civil society and media, enhancing the capacity of Nepali civil society organizations to collaboratively and constructively engage in policy advocacy and support broad-based, cross-sectional initiatives that monitor, report, demand greater effectiveness and accountability in governance and public service delivery. The consultant will provide logistical support, in addition to writing, editing and planning of key proposal elements. Willingness and ability to travel to the West, Mid-West and/or Far-West districts, including Terai and the Hill regions.
Statement of Work
The purpose of this consultancy is to provide administrative, program design, partnership development, costing and recruitment support to Counterpart International. In collaboration with a representative from Counterpart Headquarters, the consultant will support the following activities:
Partnership Development
Provide recommendations for local partners in the areas of civil society strengthening, advocacy, media, health, education, economic growth, agriculture, environment/climate change, disaster risk reduction. The consultant will assist with scheduling meetings with these groups.
Provide recommendations and arrange meetings with government officials for program ideas and support of Counterpart s proposal.
Establish meetings with USAID Development Partners and other international donors to develop coordination strategies.
Attend meetings and take notes in English to be submitted regularly to Counterpart representative.
Proposal Planning, Writing and Editing
Provide background and review written contribution to proposal context and proposal activities (edit / additional information for context and activity sections of proposal).
Assist with background research (e.g, sector trends, or gender issues) and analysis, as well as collecting and translating/summarizing key government strategies/policies.
Consultant will provide additional commentary and content to first draft context section to ensure that it is responsive to the RFA and appropriate for the context in Nepal.
Recruitment/Pricing
Recruit and interview local staff for key staff positions, and provide feedback on interviews.
Provide average salaries for local staff, operational, travel, and activity costs based on a pricing template provided by Counterpart. Complete spreadsheet with best estimate of costs based on our template/
Requirements
A minimum of 3-5 years relevant experience with civil society development and citizen engagement in Nepal.
Bachelor s Degree in International Development, Political Science, Public Health or other relevant field of study.
Technical experience or general familiarity in several of the following areas: civil society, organizational development, civic participation, health, education, agriculture, disaster risk reduction, sustainable livelihoods or environment.
Preferred past experience with USAID development programs and an understanding of their development approaches and techniques related to civil society.
Experience working with programs focused on civic engagement and government accountability in Nepal.
Prior experience working on proposal development and proposal assessments.
English oral and written fluency required; fluency in Nepali desired.
How to apply:
https://rew12.ultipro.com/COU1004/JobBoard/JobDetails.aspx?__ID=\*A431F8F029DC38A5
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