CONSULTANT (E) INTERNATIONAL (E) - EXPERT (E) EN COMMUNICATION
Location :     Lomé, TOGO

Additional Category    Management
Type of Contract :    Individual Contract
Post Level :    International Consultant
Languages Required :French  

Duration of Initial Contract :    03 mois
Expected Duration of Assignment :    N/A

Background
Les dossiers de candidatures doivent être soumis par e-mail à l’adresse recrutement.tg@undp.org au plus tard le 06 mars 2012 à 23h59 GMT. La mention « Offre pour le poste de Consultant (e) international (e) - Expert (e) en communication – PAPE » devra figurer en objet de l’e-mail envoyé. La mention « » devra figurer en objet de l’e-mail envoyé.

Les candidatures féminines sont vivement encouragées.

Toute demande de clarification doit être adressée par courrier électronique à l'adresse e-mail indiquée ci-dessus. Le PNUD/Togo répondra par courrier électronique et enverra une copie écrite de la réponse à tous les candidat(e)s sans mentionner la source de la requête.



CONTEXTE ET JUSTIFICATION

Le Togo est à la veille des échéances législatives et locales. Le calendrier constitutionnel prévoit en effet l’organisation des législatives « dans les trente (30) jours précédant l'expiration du mandat des députés » soit en septembre 2012 pour le mandat qui s’achève. Par ailleurs, dans son Discours de politique générale, le Premier ministre a annoncé l’organisation des élections locales en 2012. L’organisation d’élections ouvertes, libres, transparentes et visant à consolider les acquis démocratiques de 2007 et 2010 est cruciale. Elle l’est davantage au moment où le pays amorce son   développement économique et social, lequel a besoin, pour se construire durablement, d’une bonne gouvernance garantissant le bon fonctionnement des institutions, dans un contexte de paix, de sécurité et de stabilité politique nationale.

Le Projet d’Appui aux Processus Electoraux (PAPE) mis en place pour l’organisation de l’élection présidentielle de mars 2010, financé par l’Union Européenne et géré par le PNUD, a permis de dégager un reliquat qu’il a été convenu en accord avec les autorités togolaises d’affecter à la mise en œuvre des recommandations des deux précédentes missions d’observation électorale de l’Union européenne, à la conduite d’activités d’éducation civique, la promotion de participation féminine à la vie publique, au renforcement des capacités des parties politiques et des acteurs de la société civile.

Le renforcement des capacités électorales, dans le présent contexte, s’entend d’actions au bénéfice de structures, des acteurs et des citoyens, pour leur permettre de mieux jouer leur rôle et d’apporter une contribution significative dans la réussite des processus électoraux. Sans préjuger de la nature de l’assistance électorale future dont le pays pourrait avoir besoin, le but recherché à travers ces activités est d’accompagner les actions en cours allant dans le sens de la mise en œuvre des recommandations de missions d'observation électorales.

Sur ce dernier point, bien que le scrutin législatif de 2007et celui présidentiel du 4 mars 2010 se soient déroulés sans incident notable, dans une atmosphère calme, les MOE UE avaient estimé que plusieurs réformes et évolutions sont nécessaires pour que les prochaines échéances électorales (législatives, voire locales) assurent un ancrage progressif de la culture démocratique. A cet titre, un ensemble de recommandations ont été faites par les deux Missions (voir aussi Rapport final – MOE UE Togo 2007 pp. 16-17) pour l’amélioration du cadre et des processus électoraux au Togo, dont entre autres de:

procéder au redécoupage administratif des circonscriptions électorales
réviser le Code électoral en vue d’harmoniser les différents articles contradictoires et de mettre certains éléments en accord avec la pratique établie et acceptée
améliorer le fonctionnement et l'efficacité de la CENI
réviser ou mettre à jour le fichier électoral
assurer la traçabilité et la sécurisation des bulletins électoraux
renforcer les systèmes de transmission et centralisation des résultats
adopter, dès que possible, des mesures permettant d’assurer le suivi, le stockage, et la mise à jour informatisés de toutes les données du fichier électoral.

Ainsi, les questions relatives au fichier électoral, à la réforme de la CENI, au découpage électoral et au calendrier électoral sont au menu des discussions entre le gouvernement et les acteurs politiques, dialogue qui s’organise organise aujourd’hui au sein du Cadre permanent de Dialogue Politique (CPDC), instance regroupant une partie de l’opposition et des experts nationaux. La non-participation de certains partis politiques à ce dialogue sur les réformes politiques demeure encore un défi important.

En tant que projet d’assistance technique en matière électorale, le PAPE est un projet sensible dont les actions de communication et de visibilité doivent être bâties sur une stratégie cohérente et efficace visant à :

exposer le contenu du projet PAPE, à travers ses différentes composantes et activités afin d’éviter les distorsions de l’information et de faciliter le consensus et l’adhésion des acteurs et du grand public
assurer la visibilité de l’Union Européenne, contributeur du projet, en vue d’une meilleur  exposition de la philosophie et des fondements de sa contribution.


C’est dans ce contexte qu’il est prévu de recourir à une expertise internationale qualifiée en matière de communication afin de mettre en place une stratégie de communication et de visibilité sur les travaux en cours dans le cadre de la phase 2 du projet PAPE.

Duties and Responsibilities
Sous la supervision du Conseiller Paix et Développement du PNUD et en liaison avec les autres membres de l’équipe technique du projet, l’expert (e) en Communication, est notamment chargé (e) des tâches et /ou missions suivantes :

élaborer, mettre en œuvre et suivre une stratégie de communication assortie d’un plan d’action.
contribuer à l’actualisation des contenus du portail de la CENI (www.cenitogo.org); );
élaborer les termes de référence et assurer le suivi et le contrôle qualité  des prestations de communication/information/visibilité du projet
relayer les activités des différentes composantes du projet sur les médias, les sites internationaux et de la diaspora, ainsi que sur les réseaux sociaux
assurer la visibilité de l’Union Européenne, contributeur du PAPE, à travers l’élaboration et la mise en œuvre d’un plan de communication adapté
fournir des rapports d’avancement mensuelles, ainsi que des informations ad hoc, au Conseiller en Paix et Développement et au Coordonnateur technique du PAPE en vue de l’information du Comité de pilotage et du Comité technique du projet;
porter éventuellement un appui aux ateliers de formation et sensibilisation sur des thèmes comme le processus électoral, le quota de représentation féminine et la culture démocratique, pour des journalistes et medias
exécuter à la demande du superviseur, toute autre tâche entrant dans le cadre des activités de communication du projet.
l ou elle travaillera aussi en étroite collaboration avec le chargé de communication du PNUD.


RESULTATS ATTENDUS

Il est attendu de la mission de l’expert en communication les résultats suivants :

le plan de communication est élaboré et mis en œuvre
les activités de communication sont conçues, organisées et mises en œuvre de façon professionnelle
les acteurs impliqués dans la mise en œuvre du projet et l’opinion publique sont informés des activités du PAPE
la contribution de l’Union Européenne et du PNUD au projet PAPE est mieux connue de l’opinion publique
la visibilité de l’Union Européenne et du PNUD est assurée sur tous les biens et supports
des rapports mensuels et un rapport de la mission sont produits.

Competencies

Solides capacités d'analyse et de synthèse des situations et habilités à trouver des solutions.
Solides capacités d'expression écrite et orale et réelles aptitudes à formuler de façon claire et concise ses idées.
Très bonne connaissance de l’outil informatique (MS Word, Excel, Internet,…), et des outils de gestion et de publication de contenus en ligne.
Aptitude à travailler sous la contrainte des délais et des résultats en faisant preuve d'initiative, de dynamisme et de pro activité.
Une expérience en matière de communication et de sensibilisation électorale est un plus.
Une expérience de travail avec le PNUD ou le Système des Nations Unies sur la communication est un avantage.
La connaissance des règles et procédures du PNUD et/ou de Commission Européenne et d’autres partenaires de développement est un atout.
Aptitude à interagir avec des personnes à n'importe quel niveau.
Faire preuve d’éthique.

Required Skills and Experience
Education
-          Diplôme de troisième cycle universitaire (BAC + 5) en sciences sociales, communication ou équivalent;

Expérience professionnelle
-          Une expérience de 7 ans minimum en assistance technique dans le domaine de la communication et la sensibilisation.
-          Expérience avérée dans l’organisation et supervision d’un programme de communication institutionnelle, y compris une expérience en liaison avec les Organisations de la société civile, de préférence dans des projets avec des thèmes similaires (processus électoral, démocratie, éducation civique, participation féminine)
Langue
La maîtrise du français écrit et parlé est indispensable.


DOCUMENTS A INCLURE LORS DE LA SOUMISSION DE LA PROPOSITION

Les Consultant(e)s intéressé(e)s doivent présenter un dossier de candidature comprenant les éléments suivants :

1. UNE PROPOSITION TECHNIQUE:
(i) Note explicative sur la compréhension des TdR et les raisons de la candidature
(ii) Brève présentation de l’approche méthodologique et de l’organisation de la mission envisagée.

2. UNE PROPOSITION FINANCIERE :

Contrat à prix forfaitaire
La proposition financière doit indiquer :

(i) Le montant total/somme forfaitaire globale. Afin d'aider le PNUD dans la comparaison des offres, chaque proposition financière comprendra une ventilation détaillée du montant forfaitaire, incluant :
-          les honoraires du consultant (indemnités journalières X nombres de jours ouvrables prévus) ;
-          les dépenses de transport (location de voiture + carburant) ;
-          les frais de bouche et d’hébergement lors des séjours dans l’intérieur du pays ;
-          les frais de mission (dans le cadre des déplacements à l’intérieur du pays).
Les candidats voudront bien noter que les paiements ne pourront être effectués que sur la base des produits livrés, c'est à dire sur présentation du résultat des services spécifiés dans les TdR.

3. CV incluant :
(i) L'expérience acquise dans des projets similaires
(ii) Au moins 3 références.

4. P11 rempli et signé

EVALUATION DES PROPOSITIONS

Analyse cumulative (Note pondérée)

Le contrat sera attribué au/à la consultant(e) dont l'offre aura été évaluée et déterminée comme suit:
a.      Conforme ou acceptable, et
b.      Ayant reçu la note la plus élevée sur l’ensemble préétabli des critères pondérés technique et financier spécifiques à cette invitation.

Pondération : la pondération retenue, pour l’évaluation des offres, est la suivante :

* Total/Max Note de l’offre technique : 70% de l’offre
* Total/Max. Note de l’offre financière : 30% de l’offre

Seuls les candidats ayant obtenu un minimum des points 70 seront pris en considération pour l'évaluation financière. Après vérification de l'adéquation entre les propositions financière et technique, chaque offre financière (F) recevra une note financière (NF) calculée par comparaison avec la proposition financière la moins disante (Fm) de la manière suivante : NF=100x Fm /F (F étant le prix de la proposition financière).

Pour finir, les propositions seront classées en fonction de leurs notes technique (Nt) et financière (Nf) combinées, avec application des pondérations (70% pour la proposition technique ; 30% pour la proposition financière) ; pour aboutir à une note globale (NG).

Les propositions seront ensuite classées en fonction de la note totale pondérée : NG = 0,7XNt+0,3xNf. La note financière (Nf) est calculée sur la base de la formule suivante : [100 Points] x [prix le plus bas F CFA] / [prix en F CFA offert par un autre cabinet] = points attribués au prix de l’autre soumissionnaire. L’Offre sera adjugée à l’égard de la soumission ayant obtenu la note totale pondérée la plus élevée tout en tenant compte des principes généraux du PNUD (coût et efficacité). Le PNUD ne s’engage en aucun cas à choisir forcément le Consultant offrant le plus bas prix.

UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.

No Fee

AJS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS AND AJS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON BANK ACCOUNTS.

SOME EMPLOYERS MAY ACKNOWLEDGE RECEIPT OF YOUR APPLICATION.

NATIONAL CONSULTANT - FINALISATION OF LAND REPORT FOR PEACE BUILDING FUND
Location :     Gulu, UGANDA

Additional Category    Crisis Prevention and Recovery
Type of Contract :    Individual Contract
Post Level :    National Consultant
Languages Required :
English  

Duration of Initial Contract :    1 Month
Expected Duration of Assignment :    1 Month

Background

The UN Peacebuilding Fund in Uganda (PBF) is a joint UN programme in collaboration with the Government of Uganda to support the efforts to build lasting peace and contribute to development and recovery in northern Uganda (Acholiland). The Joint Programme 1 under the title “Peacebuilding through Justice for All and Human Rights” intends to contribute to addressing conflict drivers in the Acholiland. Land conflicts are identified as one of the key conflict drivers in northern Uganda by the mid-term review of PRDP.
Back in 2007 and 2008, OHCHR and UHRC gathered information through their extensive field visits and researches conducted in communities of Acholiland on land conflicts, views of communities and possible solutions to them. A number of organisations and individuals have conducted researches and studies on land issues. The purpose of the UHRC/OHCHR report is to analyze the land issues from a human rights perspective and offer some recommendations for different actors involved.

Objectives and Result:

Under the direct supervision of the Coordinator of the OHCHR PBF component and the overall supervision of the Deputy Head of Office, the consultant will assist OHCHR Uganda in reviewing, revising, editing, finalizing and disseminating a report on ‘Clearing the ground: Housing, land and property rights in the post-conflict transition in northern Uganda’ initially prepared by Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) and Uganda Human Rights Commission (UHRC).

Duties and Responsibilities

Expected  outputs of the work assignment:

The Consultant is expected to undertake the following specific responsibilities:

Review the UHRC/OHCHR draft report on ‘Clearing the ground: Housing, land and property rights in the post-conflict transition in northern Uganda’ and other relevant reports and documents on land related issues in northern Uganda;
Update information in the report in order to contextualize the findings and recommendations as per the latest available facts, figures and other information, particularly focusing on pertinent human rights concerns;
Present a summary of the revised report with highlights on suggested changes in structure and contents to UHRC and OHCHR, compile the feedbacks from the respective offices and finalize the report;
Organize a validation workshop, present the report to relevant stakeholders in northern Uganda and finalize the report based on the feedback from the broader consultation; and
In consultation with communication sections of UHRC and OHCHR, complete the final lay-out design of the report and provide a final CRC to UHRC and OHCHR for printing.

Competencies

Availability to stay in Gulu and to travel according the project needs during the consultancy;
Demonstrated ability to work effectively in challenging environment;
Excellent analytical, writing and presentation skills;
Proven interpersonal skills, demonstrated ability to work with a wide range of government and civil society counterparts and UN partners.

Required Skills and Experience

Education:

University degree in social sciences and post-graduate degree related to the field of work. A combination of a first university degree with relevant work experience of 5 more years is acceptable.

Experience:

At least 5 years of academic and practical experience in human rights, land issues, preferably in northern Uganda;
Excellent report writing skills in English;
Experience in training/facilitation of workshops;
Knowledge of layout design is an asset.

Language Requirements:

Fluency in written and spoken English is a necessity.

Application Procedure:  Applicants are required to submit an application and proposals, which include the following:

Job Proposal: Letter of Interest, stating why you consider yourself suitable for the assignment;
Brief methodology on the approach and implementation of the assignment;
Personal CV Highlighting past experience in similar projects;
Work references - contact details (e-mail addresses) of referees;
Financial proposal indicating consultancy fee, lump sum fee with a breakdown of the costs or unit price together with any other expenses related to the assignment (e.g. travel costs, translation interpretation, holding of workshops/focus group discussion etc).

UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.

No Fee

AJS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS AND AJS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON BANK ACCOUNTS.

SOME EMPLOYERS MAY ACKNOWLEDGE RECEIPT OF YOUR APPLICATION.

Programme Manager/Electoral Trainer

Interpeace

Interpeace is an international peacebuilding organization that helps divided and conflicted societies build sustainable peace.

Location: Somalia - Hargeisa

Under the direction of the Programme Director, the Programme Manager/Electoral Trainer will play a critical day to day management role for the Interpeace Programme Management Team (PMT). In addition, the Programme Manager/Electoral Trainer will have a focus on the training and awareness processes within the overall democratization implementation. The Programme Manager/Electoral Trainer will work closely with the rest of the PMT staff, including the programme officer, the operations manager, the logistics coordinator and the finance manager, to ensure a fully harmonized approach to supporting the local electoral commissions in their efforts to conduct effective electoral and democratic processes.

This position will require locating to Hargeysa, Somaliland. The Programme Manager/Electoral Trainer will be under the direct supervision of the Programme Director for the Somali Democratization programme with additional oversight from the Regional Director for Eastern and Central Africa and will also work closely with the Interpeace Somali Programme Team to ensure that the peacebuilding mandate of Interpeace remains the ultimate focus throughout the programme. This post is initially for 4 months with a possible option for extension. Specifically, the Programme Manager/Electoral Trainer will be responsible for the following activities:
Responsibilities

1. Provide overall management support for the Somali democratization processes under the leadership and direction of the Programme Director, Ruben Zamora. This includes the day to day management of the Interpeace programme management team (PMT). All aspects of this position are based on supporting the leadership and direction of the Programme Director.

2. Develop, in conjunction with the local entities, the electoral training and awareness material to be imparted to the populace through various mechanisms (civil society, media, political parties, etc).

3. Ensure that the processes and systems developed to support the electoral programme are implemented.

4. Assist the commissions in developing, fine-tuning and finalizing their planning for the electoral and democratization processes.

5. Provide day to day financial oversight for the project, working closely with the Financial Manager, the Programme Director, and Interpeace’s regional financial team based in Nairobi.

6. With the support of the Programme Director and project officer expertise, provide technical backup and expertise to the electoral processes in matters relating to the overall operations and implementation of the electoral processes and other democratization activities supported by the Somali Democratization – Phase II programme.

7. Act as one of the key liaison officers between the Interpeace electoral team and the Interpeace Nairobi office.

8. Provide strategic updates to the Democratization Steering Committee and attend steering committee meetings when called upon to do so.

9. Provide monthly and final programme reporting.

10. Carry out other democratization programme activities and tasks as called upon by the Regional Director or the Programme Director.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Minimum University Degree related to electoral, democratization processes. Masters Degree desired but not required.

Work Experience

At least 5 years of progressively responsible experience related to the management of electoral processes, with at least 3 years in training and awareness creation.

Additional Skills

Strong communications skills, strong IT skills, and a commitment to peace and democracy through local solutions.

Job Details

Strategic Action Plan to Implement the Electronic Single Window in Uganda

Closing Date: Friday, 28 June 2013

Reference: PXUGA0683

Location: Uganda

Duration: 80 person days / 16 person weeks

Closing Date: 28 Jun 2013

Background

The Commonwealth Secretariat has been approached by the Government of Uganda through the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Cooperatives for technical assistance to develop a framework to establish an Electronic Single Window (ESW) for trade facilitation. The Ministry of Trade, Industry and Cooperatives is the main national focal point for trade facilitation in Uganda.

Uganda is a landlocked country whose development depends on transit solutions in neighbouring countries in order to access gateways to international markets.

According to data collected by Doing Business, exporting a standard container of goods requires seven documents, takes 37 days and costs $2880. Importing the same container of goods requires nine documents, takes 34 days and costs $3015. Globally, Uganda stands at 158 in the ranking of 183 economies on ease of trading across borders.

Key trade facilitation issues of concern include both at-the-border and behind-the-border processes. At-the-border measures include customs and trade documents, customs clearance procedures, border control and release of goods. Behind-the-border measures include product standards and conformity assessment measures, e-commerce, trade finance and transport and marketing logistics services.

This intervention will focus on addressing issues relating to the implementation of an electronic single window in support of establishing appropriate mechanisms to enable Uganda to participate effectively in the global trading system. As a result of this intervention, Uganda will be able to establish an efficient environment for the exchange and processing of trade-related documentation, and subsequently reduce time and cost for clearing and moving consignments by simplifying many of the steps involved in international trade systems.

Purpose of the project

The overall purpose of this project is to enhance the trade competitiveness of Uganda through improvements to its trade logistics systems and processes.

The main objective of the project is to develop a framework on establishing an Electronic Single Window for trade facilitation in Uganda. This will be done by assessing current procedures and information systems for international trade and developing an effective plan to implement electronic single window in Uganda. The intended output of the project will be in the form of an action plan, which will include recommendations for short, medium and long term strategies. These recommendations will aim to support Uganda in its efforts to implement electronic single window system to facilitate trade.

Scope of work

The consultant(s) will work closely with the Project Manager from the Special Advisory Services Division of the Commonwealth Secretariat and, using internationally acknowledged methodology, will perform the following tasks:

Mapping of trade related procedures- review and analyze current documentation, processing and clearance process
Identification of ICT strategies necessary to establish an ESW
Assessment of the e-readiness for establishing ESW
Identification of legal and regulatory functions necessary to operate an ESW
Recommendations on short, medium and long term strategies that should be put in place to establish an electronic single window for trade facilitation
Conduct two stakeholder consultation workshops
Preparation of detailed action plan, budget and strategy for implementation of a single window system
Identification of key reforms necessary to implement an ESW

Output

Framework to establish an Electronic Single Window for trade facilitation in Uganda
Short, medium and long term strategies required to establish an electronic single window for trade facilitation
Action plan, budget and strategy for implementation of a single window system

Expected project outcomes

Improved service levels from Government trade related agencies in the trade logistics supply chain
Introduction of simplified and harmonized customs procedures
Development of a successful business model to implement Single Electronic Window
Reduction in bureaucracy and business facilitation delays

Key performance indicators

* All project deliverables produced within budget and schedules
* Interim Outputs and final reports accepted by the Commonwealth Secretariat and the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Cooperatives and the other key stakeholders

Duration and project budget

The duration of this consultancy is expected to be 16 person weeks. The proposed project budget is an all-inclusive fee of £44,400.00 (includes fees, subsistence allowance, air travel expenses, applicable taxes including VAT, incidentals and any other project related costs).

Required expertise

Proven international expertise and minimum of 5 years experience in Trade Facilitation, Logistics and Customs
5 years proven international experience of conducting projects of similar nature
Post graduate qualifications in transport economics, economics systems design and analysis, public policy, international business and law are desirable
Excellent communication skills are essential, as is the ability to interface effectively at all levels

AA/EOE/M/F/V/D

Please note that only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Only applicants who meet all requisite criteria and are short listed will be contacted. No phone calls please. Thank you.

Thank you.

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SOME EMPLOYERS MAY ACKNOWLEDGE RECEIPT OF YOUR APPLICATION.

Job Details

Job Ref    NG-91

Job Title    Country Director Niger

Job Type    Contract

Location    Niger

Salary    Not disclosed

Description

The GOAL Country Director (CD) takes overall responsibility for the planning, management and appropriate development of GOAL’s work in-country.  The CD is responsible for ensuring that GOAL’s work contributes effectively and efficiently towards meeting the short, medium and long term needs of the poorest of the poor. He/she will work within the framework of GOAL’s organisational and regional objectives, in a co-ordinated manner and in accordance with GOAL’s guidelines and principles. The CD must ensure that there are regular and effective communications within the country team and with GOAL Dublin. The CD has ultimate responsibility for all issues of security. This position is based in Niger with regular visits to field sites.

Programmes
The Country Director is responsible for ensuring that all programme activities are planned, resourced, implemented, monitored and evaluated in a timely manner, to ensure that they are appropriate, necessary, cost effective, targeted, sustainable and in keeping with GOAL’s mission and philosophy.

Duties
• The Country Director must ensure that GOAL programmes meet the highest national and international standards, and comply with codes of conduct and agreements to which GOAL is a signatory
• The Country Director must provide ongoing review and development of overall country strategy, and of individual programme objectives. They must undertake, with the Senior Management Team, continuous review, monitoring and evaluation of the effectiveness, impact and direction of each programme.

Donors
The Country Director is the principal point of contact with in-country donors.

Duties
• The responsibility for securing adequate funds to support the GOAL Niger programme is shared between the Country Director and GOAL Dublin; it is the responsibility of the Country Director to secure programme funding from donors in-country where possible.
• The Country Director must be familiar with all relevant donors present in-country and is responsible for developing GOAL’s working relationship and maintaining its reputation with them

Financial Accountability
The Country Director has ultimate accountability for all financial matters in the field and must review and approve the monthly management accounts.

Duties
• The County Director will work closely with the Financial Controller on all aspects related to finance.
• The Country Director must ensure adherence to the financial guidelines as per the GOAL Dublin Financial Manual.

Personnel
The Country Director is responsible for the health and welfare of staff including expatriate and local personnel. He/she will empower staff to use all available resources to promote their development in line with GOAL policy.

Duties
• Responsibility for securing adequately qualified international staff to support the GOAL Niger programme.
• The CD must ensure that the policies and guidelines as laid down in the GOAL Personnel Manual are adhered to by all staff.
• The Country Director, with programme staff, will ensure that all staff responsibilities are defined and understood.
• The Country Director has overall responsibility for the preparation and implementation of in-country personnel policies in line with overall GOAL and government policy.

Resource Management/Logistics
It is the responsibility of the Country Director to ensure that all available and appropriate resources are accessible in their country of assignment.

Duties
• The Country Director must ensure that the policies and guidelines as laid down in the GOAL Logistics Manual are adhered to by all.
• The Country Director must ensure that the reporting requirements outlined in the GOAL Logistics Manual are fulfilled in a timely fashion.

Safety and Security
It is the responsibility of the Country Director to be fully informed regarding the political and security environment within their country of assignment. The CD will ensure that all reasonable measures are taken to minimise/mitigate the safety and security risks faced by the programmes and programme staff.

• The Country Director is accountable for the overall safety and security of staff and will ensure a culture of security exists within the organisation.
• The Country Director is accountable for ensuring that the policies and guidelines, as laid down in the GOAL Safety and Security Manual and the site specific security guidelines, are adhered to by all staff at all times.

Representation/Visibility
The Country Director has the responsibility and mandate to represent GOAL within their country of assignment.

Duties
• The Country Director must ensure that there is appropriate liaison and negotiation with the relevant Government partners, regional and local authorities; donors; local agencies etc. at all levels of project implementation.
• The Country Director has sole responsibility for dealing with the media/press in-country.  All (political) statements to be issued, and/or policy positions, must be approved by GOAL Dublin.

Knowledge
All Country Directors must be fully informed regarding the political, security and humanitarian conditions within their country of assignment.

Duties
• Appropriate information should be collected, collated, analysed and forwarded to the GOAL Dublin office on a regular basis.

Requirements: (educational, language, etc.)
• 5+ years of previous overseas management experience in humanitarian assistance programmes in complex emergency situations.
• Proficiency in English and French essential.
• Experience managing security and staff welfare across programme activities.
• Experience of staff management.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Experience in liaising with government officials and a variety of donors.
• A willingness to accept basic living conditions.
• A willingness to regularly travel to programme sites.
• Experience in proposal and report writing, with a proven ability to secure donor funding.
• Budgetary control and financial management skills.
• To be familiar with and abide by the NGO Red Cross Code of Conduct, the People in Aid code and Sphere Minimum Standards.

Start Date Required Immediate
Contract Length  12 months
Reporting to   Operations Manager, Dublin

This Job Description only serves as a guide for the position available.  GOAL reserves the right to change this document.

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Only applicants who meet all requisite criteria and are short listed will be contacted. No phone calls please. Thank you.

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Job Details

Job Ref    093-Dub

Job Title    Coordinator, Business Development (Global)

Job Type    Contract - Fixed Term

Location    Dublin or Nairobi

Salary    Not disclosed

Description

GOAL’s institutional funding objective is to ensure maximum funding diversification. GOAL endeavours to ensure that there is an even split between its institutional funding sources through building on existing funding streams, identifying new sources of funding and exploring fully GOAL’s funding options through partnerships, alliances, mergers and acquisitions.

Job Purpose:

To implement a successful business development and fundraising strategy through work on proactive proposals, government grants, competitive bids; corporate; foundation support or other channels. Additionally, the BDU Coordinator will work to strengthen and support international, regional and country teams in their business development efforts to ensure increased funding.

Key Outputs and Objectives:

Develop successful proposals and budgets

• Project design and document production: The BDU Coordinator will lead the development of strategic or high value funding proposals and budgets as agreed with the Head BDU, Operations Manager and Country Management Teams. This will involve leading or supporting proposal development teams across the organisation.
• Lead and organise guidance and support to development of proactive concepts, converting ideas into sellable proposals and actively participate in identifying sources of support for such proposals.
• Work with GOAL’s in-country management teams to develop action plans for new business opportunities.  Research and produce internal briefs on topics and issues related to new business development (e.g. donor profiles, partner organisation profiles, briefings for meetings and conferences).  This includes the use and/or development of in-country donor mapping tool.
• Coordinate efforts between GOAL and partner organisations: Lead the development of proposals and budgets submitted in partnership with other organisations where GOAL is either the primary applicant or a sub-contractor.  Negotiate favourable and manageable role in partnership proposals.
• Track donor funding trends and priorities within GOAL’s operating regions and communicate these to GOAL’s Country Directors and support teams.
• Research, analyse and maintain regular register of donor calls for funding applications including tenders, expressions of interest and requests for proposals.
• Ensure relevant internal approval processes at different levels are followed on making the decision whether or not to pursue a business opportunity.

Ensure positive and strong donor and host government relations

• Ensure the highest possible level of service to donors: Ensure co-ordinated communication with donors and partner organisations.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with donors and host country government representatives: representing GOAL, networking, and working with Country Directors and other GOAL teams in external communications/relations.

Strengthen internal new business development capacity

• Strengthen the capacity of GOAL teams: Expand the capacity of GOAL team members to participate in technical and cost proposals and other business development efforts through mentoring, technical assistance visits and direct training. Support country programmes to develop fundraising strategies. Develop and deliver trainings and on-the-job tools and aids as required.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of GOAL’s systems: Help to develop better tools, systems, techniques and strategies for identifying, tracking, and pursuing new business opportunities, developing proposals and budgets, and managing institutional knowledge.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

• Not less than 7 years direct sectoral experience demonstrating a continued progress of institutional fundraising and management within complex humanitarian and development settings.
• Successful track record of securing multiple high-value grants from donors, trusts or foundations.  Specific experience securing significant funding from USAID, the Global Fund, DFID, CIDA, AUSAID, EU or other donors.
• Demonstrable experience in supporting international development programmes, preferably gained in a multi-site international organisation.
• Educated to Masters level.
• Knowledge of donor compliance, procurement and grant management, especially EC and USAID, DFID, and other major bilateral, multilateral donors or foundations.
• Proven effectiveness in building capacity and working in cross-cultural settings.
• Extensive overseas management experience within humanitarian and development contexts.

Reporting to: Head BDU
Direct Reports: N/A
Other Key Relationships: Operations Manager and team, Country Directors, BDU PSO
Based: Dublin or Nairobi (Candidates are required to have a relevant work permit if applying for a Dublin base).
Contract: Fixed Term 12 months

This Job Description only serves as a guide for the position available.  GOAL reserves the right to change this document. Interviews will be held in Dublin or London.


This Job Description only serves as a guide for the position available. GOAL reserves the right to change this document. This is an unaccompanied position.

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Only applicants who meet all requisite criteria and are short listed will be contacted. No phone calls please. Thank you.

Thank you.

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Job Details

Job Ref:076-SS

Job Title:Financial Controller South Sudan

Job Type:Contract

Location:South Sudan

Salary    Not disclosed

Description

GOAL South Sudan (SS) started working in Twic County in 1998, running an emergency relief project due to a famine throughout Bahr el Ghazal state.  GOAL SS now runs public health programmes in Twic, Agok, Baliet and Maban. Public health activities include curative primary health care, based on the management of primary health clinics; preventative health care including HIV/AIDS messaging, malaria control and hygiene promotion; nutrition and food security, water and sanitation engineering and clinic construction/rehabilitation.

General Description of the Role:

Working in a challenging and dynamic environment, the Financial Controller is responsible for the financial management, internal control systems, management of funds, and reporting requirements of the organisation. In particular the successful candidate will ensure timely submission of required donors reports, monthly management accounts to GOAL Dublin, statutory reports and other ad hoc reporting to relevant authorities, as well budget preparation and monitoring of the programme. As a key member of the senior management team, the Financial Controller will contribute to the overall development and running of the country programme.

Key Duties:

Ensure proper financial systems are in place and implemented to record and report field and head office expenditure;
Ensure compliance with accounting procedures and policies and actively monitor internal controls to minimize risk to the organization. In particular ensure appropriate cash management procedures are in place and operating effectively;
Ensure preparation and retention of documentation to facilitate the annual external audit, donor audits, internal audits and revenue audits;
Oversee all cash management, including cash counts and cash transfers to field sites;
In cooperation with the Programmes & Logistics team ensure that GOAL South Sudan is in compliance with all relevant donor and internal guidelines;
Ensure cost allocations basis among donors are reasonable;
Review monthly management accounts including donor status reporting for submission to GOAL Head Office, Dublin, adhering to strict deadlines;
Review financial reporting to donors and other regulatory bodies, adhering to
strict deadlines;

Review the financial sections of donor proposals, budgets and reports;
Review GOAL annual and quarterly rolling budgets;
Monitor and assist with the financial management of programme budgets including expenditure forecasting;
Maintain and keep updated South Sudan Finance Manual, including a summarized and simplified finance and logistics manual for use by project managers and other field based staff;
Provide support to the HR Manager on personnel and staff issues which have financial implications;
Oversee training and capacity building of locally recruited accounts staff


Requirements:

Qualified accountant. ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CPA or equivalent
At least five year experience with at least 1 of these overseas.
At least 2 years at a senior management level
Experience in dealing with institutional donors such as OFDA, ECHO, EC, UN grants and DFID
Excellent interpersonal, motivational and management skills
Excellent analytical and writing skills;
Strong experience liaising with governmental/local authorities and other NGO’s.

Reporting to:Country Director

Contract Length:12 Months

Location: Juba with occasional travel to field sites.

Start Date:ASAP

This Job Description only serves as a guide for the position available.  GOAL reserves the right to change this document.

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Please note that only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Only applicants who meet all requisite criteria and are short listed will be contacted. No phone calls please. Thank you.

Thank you.

NO FEE POLICY:

AJS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS AND AJS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON BANK ACCOUNTS.

SOME EMPLOYERS MAY ACKNOWLEDGE RECEIPT OF YOUR APPLICATION.

UN WOMEN: DEPUTY REPRESENTATIVE (PROGRAMME & OPERATIONS)

Location :     Kinshasa, CONGO, DEM. REPUBLIC

Application Deadline :    30-May-13

Type of Contract :    FTA International

Post Level :    P-4

Languages Required :


Background

UN Women, grounded in the vision of equality enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations, works for the elimination of discrimination against women and girls; the empowerment of women; and the achievement of equality between women and men as partners and beneficiaries of development, human rights, humanitarian action and peace and security. Much of this works takes place at the national/country level in which UN Women either have a Country Representative on site to manage this programme of work, or a Representative covering several countries where an integrated multi-country programme (MCO) is in place.
The Deputy Representative is supervised by the Country or Multi-Country Representative who provides strategic guidance and direction to the incumbent. The Deputy Representative supports the Representative in the overall management of the CO/MCO. The incumbent is responsible for substantially contributing to the design, implementation, management and oversight of the country/multi-country programme and to the operations supporting its implementation to ensure effective and efficient delivery of results as planned in UN Women’s Strategic Plan and the Multi/Country Office’s plans. The incumbent is expected to bring innovative thinking which fits and adapts to the changing environment to the strategic development of the programme portfolio, and to help raise resources to fund it. He/she also plays a key role in ensuring effective use and management of UN Women resources (material, financial and human) in compliance with UN women programming and operational policies and regulations.

UN Women is present in DRC from 2002 and its interventions in prior years has been focused on promoting gender equality; advocating against Violence Against Women and Girls; curbing HIV and AIDS; ensuring women's active participation in peace processes and supporting women's participation in governance.
UN Women's programming in DRC is developed within the broader framework of the gender priorities identified in a consultation process spanning eleven states. The strategy is aligned to the national policy on gender, as well as the draft PRSP and suggested UN Development Assistance Framework (UNDAF) Results Matrix (2013-2017) with following result areas:

Women's political leadership and participation in governance.
Women's economic empowerment.
Prevent violence against women and girls and expand access to victim / survivor services.
Women's leadership in Peace, Security and Humanitarian Response

It is in that context that UN Women DRC is now seeking a qualified candidate to take up the position of Deputy Representative. The Deputy Representative reports to the UNW Representative who provides the strategic leadership, guidance and oversight of programs and operations, formulation and execution of UN Women CO strategic programs and plans of actions in line with UN Women and UN development efforts in the country. Under the overall guidance of the UNW Representative the Deputy Representative will provide technical and advisory support to the UN system to ensure coherence, coordination and alignment with national gender priorities. She/He will work closely with the UN Women Gender Coordination Advisor at the UN Women Regional Centre and the UN Coordination Division in New York.

Duties and Responsibilities

Summary of key functions:

Advisory and specialized technical support
Programme management, monitoring and oversight
Office management/ Resources and Operations/.
Substantive support to UN coordination, advocacy and partnership building
Knowledge management and capacity building.

Advisory and specialized technical support

As Deputy Representative, serve as key advisor to the Representative and as a senior member of his/her management team in the CO/MCO strategic discussions and formulation of programs and management operations, including work planning.
Provide specialized technical and strategic support in managing all aspects of CO/MCO programme design and management of related activities and for ensuring accountability in programme monitoring, reporting and evaluation.
Support, guide and provide input to assure quality control in the formulation of relevant, high quality, results-based and rights-based country programmes and to ensure programme coherence, technical integrity, inter-unit programme cooperation and coordination,
Provide strategic and specialized technical advice to the Representative and put in place  systems, processes and mechanisms to improve/enhance programme planning, implementation, monitoring and timely progress reporting.
Draft policy documents, briefs and other strategic papers/materials for use in the development and presentation of innovative and coherent policy and programmatic positions in support of national development priorities and commitments to gender equality and women’s empowerment, incorporating regional and global perspectives and contributing to regional and global strategies.
Review and evaluate proposals submitted to the MCO/CO. Oversee the preparation of donor proposals and reports to ensure quality, timeliness, compliance with requirements as per established rules, regulations, including the commitments under relevant UNDAFs and the UN Women global Strategic Plan to facilitate the review and approval of proposals and reports by the Representative. Take timely action to take any corrective action to meet standards for submissions.
Regularly assess the country level annual work plans, monitor progress on the achievement of goals and targets, and present the Representative with recommendations to assist in development planning.

Programme management, monitoring and oversight

Recommend and establish program monitoring standards, criteria and other indicators for measuring and assessing progress/results.
Monitor the progress on mutually agreed results frameworks and performance indicators and take timely support, action and/or decisions as required.
Lead the processes of preparing reports on progress of programme implementation, assessing results and identifying areas for the Representative’s action and/or decision to ensure achievement of results as planned and in accordance with UN Women’s goals and objectives and accountability framework.
Identify areas that may require improvement and capture best practices/lessons learned, using corporate monitoring tools, as well as Audits and other corporate reports. Take action to improve areas of weakness.
Ensure substantive and high  quality proposals following the established rules, and regulations, and adhering to the Strategic Plan and Annual Work plans.
Establish and/or support the development of sustainable and solid relations with counterparts, for effective advocacy and partnerships resulting in the achievement of UN Women goals and objectives in the country, and consequently in the enhanced reputation and credibility of UN Women in delivering results on gender equality and women’s rights.

Resources and Operations/Office management.

Support the Representative in the management of the CO/MCO;
Manage the formulation of the annual CO/MCO work plan and monitor implementation.
Develop and facilitate an integrated results-based approach to the work of the Country Office using the annual work plan as the road map.
Communicate standards of performance, and assign responsibilities and accountabilities for achieving results;
Support the Representative in the management of human, material, and financial resources, in line with UN Women policies, rules and procedures;
As required coordinate the provision of administrative services with service providers;
Propose and secure annual allocations for the country programme, and ensure the efficient and effective use of such resources in compliance with UN Women financial rules, regulations, and procedures;
Support the Representative in the formulation and implementation of a country resource mobilization strategy;
Empower, and help develop international and national programme staff, under the incumbent’s supervision, providing them with managerial direction , guidance and leadership;
Contribute substantially to staff management as a whole within the CO/MCO, particularly on learning, career management, and teamwork. Establish and maintain a harmonious working environment; seek to strengthen team-building by encouraging active participation and interaction at all levels; foster staff motivation, development and empowerment; and lead by example;
As required advise on and support the establishment of a CO security strategy and plan in line with UN procedures and requirements; and
Ensure an ethics-based approach to management of all human and financial resources.

Substantive support to UN coordination, advocacy and partnership building

Establish and maintain effective consultations with governments, partners, stakeholders and donors to achieve active collaboration, cooperation and alliances on programme development and implementation, resource mobilization and sustained partnerships.
Represent UN Women in meetings as delegated/appropriate to consult, collaborate and interact on common issues and activities and to participate in the CCA/UNDAF process to ensure the integration of gender equality and women’s empowerment. Actively seek out participation of UN Women in UN system thematic and other working groups to establish effective networks, facilitate joint programming and promote UN Women competencies and interests to advance gender and women’s human rights
Support the Representative in parnership building and advocate for UN Women with government counterparts, donor community and other partners.
Represent UN Women in national and international fora as requested by the Representative

Knowledge management and capacity building

Identify lessons learned and areas of emphasis to guide programme improvements and future strategic development planning.
Manage the process of collecting and sharing lessons learned on gender equality and women’s empowerment to build knowledge and capacity of partners and stakeholders.
Design and implement capacity building training activities to enhance skills and knowledge in results based management; results based reporting and budgeting, and systematic quality assurance.
Oversee cutting-edge research and knowledge generation to inform and advise national development priorities and commitments for gender equality and women’s empowerment, ensuring the integration of regional and global contexts and developments.
Contribute to global and regional programme knowledge networks and practices, and development of knowledge products.
Identify lessons learned from resource and staff management to ensure effective change management as required in adapting the programme and CO/MCO to meet changed circumstances.

Impact of Results:

The effective support provided by the Deputy Representative to the strategic development and management of programmes, to their effective and efficient integration with operations in the country office, and the technical support provided to UN Women’s coordination mandate, directly impact the quality of UN Women’s programme development, implementation and results and the quality of its technical expertise. This in turn directly impacts on the credibility and image of UN Women as an effective and efficient partner and as the leading knowledge-based technical and advocacy organization for gender equality and for the empowerment of women.

Competencies
Core values/guiding principles

Integrity:

Demonstrate the values of United Nations and UN Women, act without consideration of personal gain, resist undue political pressure in decision-making, no abuse of power or authority, stand by decisions in the organization’s interest, and take action in cases of unprofessional or unethical behavior.

Professionalism:

Show pride in work and achievements, demonstrate professional competence and mastery of subject matter, conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments and achieving results, motivated by professional rather than personal concerns, show persistence when faced with challenges, and remain calm in stressful situations.

Respect for Diversity:

Work effectively with people from all backgrounds, treat all people with dignity and respect, treat men and women equally, show respect for and understand diverse opinions by examine own biases and behaviors to avoid stereotypical responses, and do not discriminate against any individual or group.

Core competencies

Ethics and Values:

Promoting Ethics and Integrity / Creating Organizational Precedents

Organizational Awareness:

Building support and political acumen Developing and Empowering People / coaching and mentoring:
Building staff competence, creating an environment of creativity and innovation

Working in Teams:

Building and promoting effective teams

Communicating Information and Ideas:

Creating and promoting enabling environment for open communication

Self-management and Emotional intelligence:

Creating an emotionally intelligent organization

Conflict Management / Negotiating and Resolving Disagreements:

Leveraging conflict in the interests of the organization & setting standards

Knowledge Sharing / Continuous Learning:

Sharing knowledge across the organization and building a culture of knowledge sharing and learning

Appropriate and Transparent Decision Making:

Fair and transparent decision-making; calculated risk-taking

Functional competencies

Proven ability in managing and empowering teams to work effectively together in reaching results.
Demonstrated analytical and technical skills in managing development projects/programmes particularly those that are pertinent to UN Women strategic priorities on gender issues and women’s rights
Demonstrated political acumen and technical capacity in representing the organization effectively in national and international fora to advocate and to promote organizational priorities, initiatives and a better understanding of the organizational strategic agenda
Proven ability to lead and to drive results
Ability to establish and maintain broad strategic networks and partnerships with UN agencies and other international partners to promote partnership and build alliances to advance organizational interests and competencies
Ability to go beyond established procedures and practices, introduce new approaches and strategic innovations
Good knowledge of Results Based Management principles and approaches

Required Skills and Experience
Education:

Advanced university degree in international development, public administration, public policy or other relevant social science fields.

Experience:

A minimum of seven years of relevant professional experience that combines intellectual, strategic and managerial leadership in development programmes with a strong focus in the area of gender equality and women’s empowerment at the international level, preferably in developing countries within the UN system, Agencies, Funds or Programmes. Several years field based experience working with multi-cultural teams required.

Language Requirement:

Proficiency in written and spoken English. Knowledge of another UN working language is desirable.

Note:

In July 2010, the United Nations General Assembly created UN Women, the United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women. The creation of UN Women came about as part of the UN reform agenda, bringing together resources and mandates for greater impact. It merges and builds on the important work of four previously distinct parts of the UN system (DAW, OSAGI, INSTRAW and UNIFEM), which focused exclusively on gender equality and women's empowerment.

All applications must include (as an attachment) the completed UN Women Personal History form (P-11) which can be downloaded from http://www.unwomen.org/about-us/employment

Kindly note that the system will only allow one attachment. Applications without the completed UN Women P-11 form will be treated as incomplete and will not be considered for further assessment.

UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.

Only applicants who meet all requisite criteria and are short listed will be contacted. No phone calls please. Thank you.

Thank you.

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AJS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS AND AJS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON BANK ACCOUNTS.

SOME EMPLOYERS MAY ACKNOWLEDGE RECEIPT OF YOUR APPLICATION.

CONSULTANCY TO CONDUCT A FEASIBILITY STUDY ON THE OPENING & SCALING-UP OF E-GOVERNMENT DATA CENTRE OF THE GAMBIA

Location :     GAMBIA
Application Deadline :    24-May-13
Additional Category    Millennium Development Goals
Type of Contract :    Individual Contract
Post Level :    International Consultant
Languages Required :English  
Starting Date :(date when the selected candidate is expected to start)    03-Jun-2013
Duration of Initial Contract :    45 working days
Expected Duration of Assignment :    45 working days

Background

The development of The Gambia e-Government Implementation Strategy and Action Plan for 2013 has adopted three fundamental guiding principles. One of these is the concept of ‘e-government-as-a-whole’ --- that offers the possibility of dealing with government as a single entity by cutting across diverse organizational boundaries. Central to this concept is the ‘connected government’ framework, which focuses on vertically integrating inter-governmental processes between various government agencies and/or horizontally between agencies at the same level.  Due to various implementation barriers and challenges, an evolutional e-government roll-out strategy is another guiding principle being adopted by Gambia e-Government similar to most countries that implemented e-government. This is more practical and cost-efficient approach.  Consistent with the guiding principles mentioned, the e-Government Data Centre was established in 2010 which initially offers e-mail and web services. The e-Government Data Centre is co-located at IFMIS Data Centre including its Disaster Recovery Site through a memorandum of understanding between MOICI and IFMIS. In 2012, it started to open-up and host Health Management Information System (HMIS) of the Ministry of Health and Social Welfare. On the other hand, other individual data centres exist in the government system such as the Integrated Financial Management Information System (IFMIS), Education Management Information System (EMIS), Gambia Revenue Authority (GRA), amongst others. While other government ministries, department and agencies (MDAs) are planning to implement the same set-up in the future. While these MDAs acknowledge the greater benefits that the “connected-government” will provide, there is a need to have a framework, guidelines and detailed implementation plan on how this strategy should be carried out. Hence this consultancy was proposed to UNDP for priority funding and immediate implementation.  This activity is timely link to the implementation of local area network (LAN) for 37 MDAs funded by West Africa Regional Communication Infrastructure Programme (WARCIP). Once completed, the remaining task is to connect all the LAN of MDAs to e-Government Data Centre. This will complete the basic infrastructure for a connected-government – which is the Gambia government network (Gambia GovNet).  The aim of engaging the services of a consultant is to carry out in-depth assessment and analysis of existing computing and network environment in government and to study the feasibility of opening and scaling-up of e-government data centre as a gateway/hub for government network (Gambia GovNet) and integrating e-government services in a cost-effective and efficient manner.

Duties and Responsibilities

Situational Analysis of the Computing and Network Environment in Gambia Government.

Assess, analyse and evaluate the current computing and network environment of the government  using the following category: infrastructure, software and applications, administrative and management  processes, policies, network security, and manpower capacity.    
Consider individual future plans of  government agencies implementing ICT.

Determine the feasibility of opening and scaling up of e-Government Data Centre into a single    gateway/hub for government network (Gambia GovNet).  

Study the feasibility of opening, scaling-up and integrating network infrastructure, information systems including but not limited to e-Government Data Centre, IFMIS Data Centre, EMIS, etc.

Design the model and structure of single-gateway data centre.

Develop and recommend scalable integrated government network (GovNet) data centre design including configurations, list of equipment and its specifications, manpower structure and relevant policies (operation, security, users, etc.).  
Develop and recommend overall network security systems (hardware, software, processes & policies).  Prepare comprehensive feasibility study report. Mention some best practices in African region similar to this project which is worth replicating.     
Prepare detailed implementation plan

Stakeholders validation.  

Together with MOICI, organize a validation workshop and present the feasibility report.   
Submit validation workshop documentation report and  Submit validated feasibility study report .

Competencies

Demonstrates professionalism in ICT sector and ethical work standard
Promotes the vision, mission, and strategic goals of UNDP
Displays cultural, gender, religion, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability
Treats all people fairly without favouritism.

Required Skills and Experience

EDUCATION

Master’s Degree in Computer science, Computer Engineering, Network Security or Information Technology-related field.

EXPERIENCE

Minimum 10 years of relevant experience with increasing levels of scope and responsibility.
Knowledge and understanding of Government National Data Centre, government connectivity, network security and ICT infrastructure in general.

LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS

Fluency in English is required.
Knowledge of an additional UN Language is a plus

UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.

Only applicants who meet all requisite criteria and are short listed will be contacted. No phone calls please. Thank you.

Thank you.

NO FEE POLICY:

AJS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS AND AJS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON BANK ACCOUNTS.

SOME EMPLOYERS MAY ACKNOWLEDGE RECEIPT OF YOUR APPLICATION.

CALL FOR APPLICATONS: ROSTER FOR EXPERTS IN CAPACITY STRENGTHENING INITIATIVE (LIBYA)

Location :     LIBYA
Application Deadline :    31-Aug-13
Additional Category    Democratic Governance
Type of Contract :    Individual Contract
Post Level :    International Consultant
Languages Required :Arabic   English  
Duration of Initial Contract :    Varies from a few days to several months
Expected Duration of Assignment :    Varies from a few days to several months

Background

In the event of the 17 February Revolution, the Libyan people have undertaken upon themselves the responsibility to achieve a long desired democracy after having lived under autocratic regime for 42 years.  

The transition toward democratic governance entails tremendous challenges at all levels, in particular, political, economic, cultural and institutional.  These challenges are even more significant when citizens’ expectations for quick delivery of democracy, reform and economic growth are high both at the central and local levels.

UNDP Libya has been working with the Libyan government in accordance with the Standard Basic Agreement signed in 1974.  The office has accumulated a long history of experience in several areas pertaining to development, governance and public administration reform, and achieved high credibility during the past years.  With the current political transformation in Libya, needs for an overall capacity building and strengthening.

In this regard, the UNDP Capacity Strengthening Initiative (CSI) in Libya is aimed to support the Libyan Government institutions in general and the Ministry of Planning in particular. This will be through the provision of technical advice, sharing best international practices, facilitating the transfer of knowledge, and enhancing institutional capacity of key ministries in areas of policy formulation, strategic planning, inter-ministerial coordination and management of work processes.

UNDP will be working closely with the Ministry of Planning and selected line ministries and will focus on urgent needs for capacity strengthening with a perspective to ensure that an immediate, medium and long-term impact on the overall national capacity is achieved.

The expected outcome for the CSI will be the strengthening of government capacity, the development of a national/international Experts roster and conducting pilot needs assessment and developing response strategies.
In striving for these outcomes, UNDP will work over the next 2 years in close collaboration with the relevant Libyan authorities, and within the context of broader international support to Capacity Strengthening Initiative in Libya.

In this respect, UNDP Libya is supporting the Ministry of Planning in building a data base of national, regional and international experts is the various fields pertaining to government functions.  The data base will enable to Ministry to respond in an immediate and efficient manner to the various ministries’ requests for specific expertise required to support them in the eventual service delivery to the citizens, especially during the transitional period.  A Roster of applicants will be hosted at UNDP to support the Ministry of Planning.  This call for applications is a first step to build this data base which is open to individuals providing expertise and technical support in the thematic areas of government work.

Evaluation of Applicants:

Applicants will be screened against qualifications and the competencies specified below.

Short listed candidates will be invited to participate in an interview and/or assessment.
Candidates’ references –including past employers- will be verified and confirmed
Selected candidates will be invited to create a profile in the roster; where they can be considered for consultancy opportunities as needs arise, including for emergency deployments.

Contracting Arrangements:

Successful candidates will be included in UNDP’s CSI Vetted Experts Roster for a period of 2 years. Inclusion in the expert roster does not guarantee a contract with UNDP.
When a request for services arises, the hiring unit/office shall:

Contact the roster manager or search the roster to select at least three qualified experts;
Send the procurement notice and ToRs for the assignment to the selected experts with a request to confirm availability and submit a financial proposal for the assignment within 3-5 business days;
Review the submissions and financial proposals;
Select an expert for the assignment based on the ‘Best value for money’ approach;
Issue an Individual Contract to the expert;
Notify the roster manager of the decision and of the duration of the contract issued to the expert;
Submit an evaluation of the expert to the roster manager once the assignment is completed; and before the final payment is issued;
The contracting unit/office will provide a  specific Terms of Reference (ToR) outlining the outputs for each assignment and issue an Individual Contract (IC) to the consultant, detailing the time frame, and frequency/modality of payments.   Conditions of a particular assignment may be negotiable.

Payment:

Payment/s shall be made following certification by UNDP that the services related to each deliverable, as specified in the contract, have been satisfactorily performed and the deliverables have been achieved by or before the due dates specified, if any.
Please note that an evaluation of the expert must be submitted by the hiring unit before issuance of the last payment on the assignment.

Application Procedure:

Qualified candidates are requested to apply online via the UNDP website.
This call for applications is specifically directed at CSI in Libya experts. Interested candidates are advised to carefully review these ToR and ensure that they meet the requirements and qualifications described above.

Applications for the roster should contain:

A brief cover letter. Please paste the letter into the "Resume and Motivation" section of the electronic application.
A current completed and signed P11 form/ UN Personal History Form in English (blank form can be downloaded from http://sas.undp.org/documents/p11_personal_history_form.doc) ; please upload the P11 instead of your CV.)
Contact details for 3 references. Please note that your previous employers could also be contacted.

Incomplete applications will not be considered. Please make sure you provide all requested material.
The deadline for submission of applications is 31st  August 2013.
Qualified women and members of social minorities are encouraged to apply.
Due to the large number of applications we receive, we are only able to inform the successful candidates about the outcome or status of the selection process.
UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.

Duties and Responsibilities

Expertise is required in any of the following components below and the range of tasks that would typically be expected from a consultant includes:

Public Administration Reform
Capacity Assessment & Capacity Development
Functional Reviews & Institutional Strengthening
Human Resource Management & Development
Strategic Communication & Public Relations
Knowledge Management
Strategic planning
Governance – Good Governance
Accountability & Anti-corruption
Public Financial Management
Policy formulation
Results-based management
Socio-economics
Macro-economics
Social development
Gender
International cooperation
Project management
Monitoring & Evaluation
Leadership and Negotiation
International Law
Decentralization & Local Governance Reform
Public Service Delivery
Budgeting

Competencies

Functional Competencies:

Strategic vision and strong technical capabilities;
Strong analytical, drafting and reporting abilities;
Ability to work in a team;
Strong interpersonal skills, communication and diplomatic skills;
Openness to change and ability to receive/integrate feedback;
Ability to work under pressure and stressful situations;
Ability to manage workload with minimum supervision.

Corporate Competencies:

Demonstrates integrity by modeling the UN’s values and ethical standards;
Promotes the vision, mission, and strategic goals of UNDP;
Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability
Treats all people fairly without favoritism;
Fulfills all obligations to gender sensitivity and zero tolerance for sexual harassment.

Required Skills and Experience

Education:

Minimum of Master’s degree (or equivalent degree) in governance related field (or equivalent work experience) including: Law, Economics, Development Studies, Public Administration, Business Administration, Public Policy, Social Science, Political Science, Strategic Communication, and  Gender.

Experience:

Minimum 10 years’ of experience in Capacity Building/Development, Governance, Economics, Strategic Communication, Gender, Development or closely related field as per the required expertise above. (Depending on the complexity of the assignment, consultants will need a minimum of between 10 and 15 years of professional experience.)
Experience of public service delivery and organizational change management in public institutions is an advantage;
Proven experience working in a developing context;
Demonstrated experience from working in conflict, post-conflict, transitional and fragile environments is an advantage;
Proven experience in evaluating, designing, or managing Capacity Building/Development programmes is required, with experience in a UNDP or UN agency context desirable;
Strong understanding of risk management and mitigation in relation to conflict sensitivity an advantage;
Experience of drafting user-friendly knowledge products such as books, articles, research papers, toolkits, guides, methodologies, analytical documents, policy papers and notes, project and program documents, baseline studies, desk reviews, comparative studies, etc. is an asset.

Language Requirements:

Fluency in spoken and written English is required.
Working knowledge of Arabic is desirable and required for some components of the project.

Computer skills:

IT literacy and ability to operate with on-line web-based applications.

UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.

Only applicants who meet all requisite criteria and are short listed will be contacted. No phone calls please. Thank you.

Thank you.

NO FEE POLICY:

AJS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS AND AJS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON BANK ACCOUNTS.

SOME EMPLOYERS MAY ACKNOWLEDGE RECEIPT OF YOUR APPLICATION.

PRINCIPAL EXPERT CONSULTANT (LEAD) ET COORDONNATEUR DE L’APPUI TECHNIQUE DES CONSULTANTS INDIVIDUELS

Location :     Antananarivo, MADAGASCAR
Application Deadline :    21-May-13
Additional Category    Poverty Reduction
Type of Contract :    Individual Contract
Post Level :    International Consultant
Languages Required :English   French  
Starting Date :(date when the selected candidate is expected to start)    17-Jun-2013
Duration of Initial Contract :    Two (2) months

Background

Depuis 2009, Madagascar subit les impacts négatifs de la crise financière internationale, de la crise politique interne et fait face à de nombreux défis en matière  de gouvernance. Après un net recul de la croissance économique (-4.1%) en 2009, celle-ci est demeurée très faible à 1% en 2011 et 1.9% en 2012 tandis que la croissance démographique  reste élevée à 2.8%.Depuis le début de la crise, le revenu par habitant connait une baisse chaque année. Ce qui n’a pas permis d’inverser les tendances observées dans la dégradation des conditions de vie de la population, malgré les richesses du pays, le dynamisme de la jeunesse, la grande biodiversité et la proximité d’économies émergentes.

La situation sociale est particulièrement préoccupante pour l’ensemble des acteurs du développement. Le taux de pauvreté de la population a atteint près de 80 % en 2012. Cette pauvreté a progressé plus rapidement dans les zones rurales, notamment celles habituellement frappées par les cyclones, contribuant ainsi à un accroissement de la vulnérabilité de la population.Plus du tiers de la population est classé en situation d’insécurité alimentaire.53 % des enfants de moins de 5 ans connaissent un retard de croissance. Par ailleurs, le nombre d’enfants déscolarisés ou non scolarisés a atteint 1.5 million, en raison entre autres de la pauvreté accrue des ménages et de la dégradation de la performance du système scolaire. Dans ce contexte, Madagascar n’atteindra pas la plupart  des OMD en 2015.

Depuis l’avènement de la crise politique, les autorités de la transition n’ont pas sorti un document national d’orientation stratégique pour le développement et la réduction de la pauvreté, et le Madagascar Action Plan ou MAP qui servait jusque là de document de référence a expiré en décembre2012. Le pays souhaite préparer une stratégie nationale visant (i) à relever les défis de court et moyen terme,(ii)à mieux exploiter les potentialités du pays pour la consolidation de la démocratie et l’état de droit, la réduction de la pauvreté et la création d’emplois notamment pour les jeunes,(iii) et à mettre en place les bases d’un développement durable dans le long terme. Pour ce faire, le Gouvernement a décidé d’’élaborer une Stratégie Nationale de Relance du Développement Economique et Social (SNRD), avec l’appui technique et financier du PNUD et d’autres PTFs. Ce document intérimaire de sortie de crise et de relance du développement doit être préparé dans les meilleurs délais par un comité interministériel d’experts de l’ensemble des parties prenantes (Gouvernement, secteur privé, régions, organisations de la société civile et universitaires, et PTFs), sous la coordination de la Primature et la direction technique du président du Secrétariat Permanent à la relance du développement.

C’est dans ce contexte qu’il est envisagé le recrutement d’experts consultants, internationaux et nationaux, pour appuyer l’élaboration du document de stratégie de relance du développement et faciliter les travaux de groupes thématiques dans les domaines suivants:

Gouvernance démocratique et consolidation de l’état de droit
Macroéconomie et budgétisation du plan d’action
Compétitivité du secteur privé, croissance et création d’emplois
Promotion de services sociaux de base et du capital humain
Infrastructures de base, aménagement du territoire, et développement rural et urbain
Environnement et changement climatique
Mobilisation des ressources et suivi-évaluation des stratégies de développement.

Sous la coordination de la Primature, un document préliminaire a été élaboré dans le cadre de ce processus. Toutefois, ce document requiert une amélioration, une prise en compte de l’ensemble des domaines prioritaires de développement et des contributions de toutes les parties prenantes (Ministères, secteur privé, OSC et PTFs) à travers un processus neutre et participatif. Dans cette optique, le gouvernement de Madagascar sollicite l’appui  d'e consultants facilitateurs pour mettre à sa disposition l’expertise technique adéquate.

Duties and Responsibilities
Objectif général de la mission :

L’objectif général de la mission est de faciliter et renforcer la contribution de l’ensemble des parties prenantes (Ministères, Secteur privé, OSC, régions et PTFs) à l’élaboration du document de  stratégie de relance du développement et d’assurer la rédaction d’un document de haute qualité, selon les standards internationaux, par le Comité interministériel d’experts, sous la supervision de la Primature.

Objectifs spécifiques :

Apporter un appui au Comité interministériel d’experts pour la préparation du cadre conceptuel d’élaboration et d’un plan détaillé du document de stratégie, reflétant l’ensemble des défis du développement durable (gouvernance démocratique et état de droit, économie et emplois, secteurs sociaux et capital humain, environnement et changement climatique) ;
Faciliter et apporter un appui à l’élaboration des documents par groupe thématique de travail (cf thèmes ci-dessus);
Apporter un appui à l’évaluation des impacts économiques et financiers des réformes envisagées et à la préparation du cadrage macroéconomique (y compris les scenarii) ;
Apporter un appui au secrétariat permanent à la relance du développement et au comité interministériel d’experts pour la présentation des documents techniques aux parties prenantes, notamment au cours des retraites techniques et des ateliers;
Apporter un appui à l’élaboration du plan d’action de court et moyen terme, y compris le mécanisme de suivi-évaluation et le renforcement des capacités institutionnelles.
Apporter un appui à la rédaction  et faciliter la validation du document final de stratégie de relance du développement par l’ensemble des parties prenantes.

Méthodologie :

La stratégie de relance du développement économique et social a fait l’objet de documents préliminaires élaborés par la Primature, des Ministères, les organisations professionnelles du secteur privé et des PTFs, notamment sur la stratégie de développement intérimaire, la relance économique, l’aménagement du territoire, les stratégies et politiques sectorielles, etc.
L’élaboration d’une stratégie nationale de relance du développement nécessite une prise en compte de ces travaux, une étroite collaboration des différentes parties prenantes (administration, secteur privé, OSC, PTFs, etc) et de différents experts du pays, et la prise en compte de l’ensemble des principaux défis du développement durable. La mission des consultants consiste à appuyer le processus d’élaboration et de validation de ce document et de finaliser le document avec le secrétariat permanent à la relance du développement afin que celui-ci soit un document technique de haute qualité, tenant compte du contexte politique et socio-économique, des priorités de développement équitable et inclusif, et des ressources du pays, et qu’il soit élaboré  selon un processus neutre et participatif   par une équipe multidisciplinaire d’experts représentant l’ensemble des acteurs du développement.

Ce processus d’élaboration de la SNRDES se déroulera en trois étapes :

La première consistera à faire un état des lieux des différents documents préparés et à faciliter la préparation d’un document national de relance du développement par le Comite interministériel d’experts,  en tenant compte des  documents d’analyses, de stratégies et de politiques existantes, notamment le document préliminaire de stratégie de relance du développement préparé sous la direction de  la primature, le document de stratégie de relance économique préparé par le secteur prive, ainsi que les documents de stratégie relatifs aux secteurs sociaux et au capital humain, à la promotion du secteur prive et à l’emploi, aux infrastructures et à l’aménagement du territoire, à la gouvernance démocratique, à l’environnement et au changement climatique, etc, ainsi que les rapports d’évaluation de la situation-pays (CCA) dans le cadre de UNDAF. Le document de stratégie nationale issu de la première étape ,au terme de travaux de groupes thématiques et de retraites techniques fera l’objet de commentaires des différentes autorités et des autres parties prenantes. Au cours de la deuxième étape, le document de stratégie, et la budgétisation du plan d’action et le cadrage macroéconomique seront finalisés.  Le document de stratégie révisé sera ensuite validé au cours d’un atelier national par l’ensemble des experts et représentants des parties prenantes (Gouvernement, secteur privé, OSC, régions et PTFs) en vue de sa transmission au Gouvernement pour examen et adoption.

Tâches de l’expert consultant principal :

Dans le cadre de sa  mission, l’expert  principal (lead consultant) aura  à coordonner le travail des autres experts consultants et conduire les activités suivantes :

Appuyer l’élaboration du document de la première phase

Réaliser un diagnostic organisationnel du processus d’élaboration du document et du document lui-même et analyser les documents existants en vue de l’élaboration de la note conceptuelle;
Apporter des appuis au Comité interministériel pour l’élaboration et la présentation d’un plan détaillé du document et assurer le renforcement du processus participatif;
Faciliter  l’élaboration des documents de groupes thématiques de travail;
Intégrer les travaux des groupes thématiques dans le document
Evaluer les impacts économiques et financiers des réformes envisagées et la préparation du cadrage macroéconomique (y compris les scenarii) ;
Apporter un appui technique  au secrétariat permanent à la relance du développement et au comite interministériel d’experts pour la présentation de documents techniques aux parties prenantes, notamment aux cours des retraites techniques et des ateliers;
Faciliter  l’élaboration du plan d’actions à court et moyen terme, y compris le mécanisme de suivi-évaluation et le renforcement des capacités institutionnelles.
Faciliter la rédaction document final de stratégie de relance du développement et du plan d’action par les parties prenantes et le Gouvernement.

Appuyer et faciliter la rédaction du document de stratégie de relance du développement par le Comité interministériel d’experts en vue de sa validation par l’ensemble des parties prenantes (2ème phase)

Faciliter la rédaction du document final avec le Comité interministériel d’experts sous la direction du Président du secrétariat permanent à la relance du développement, en tenant compte des recommandations et remarques des différentes parties prenantes en collaboration avec les experts décideurs des différentes institutions concernées ;
Apporter un appui à la finalisation du plan d’action et du cadre macroéconomique.

Organisation d’un atelier de validation du document de stratégie

Préparer le matériel de validation (agenda de l’atelier, présentations powerpoint, notes de synthèse des travaux de groupes, etc) ;
Animation/facilitation de l’atelier de validation.

Résultats attendus

Note conceptuelle de qualité et plan détaillé de la stratégie, préparés et validés par le Comité interministériel d’experts;
Participation effective de l’ensemble des parties prenantes ;
Matériels (agendas, présentations powerpoint, notes de synthèse des travaux de groupe, etc) des retraites techniques et des ateliers préparés dans les délais ;
Note de synthèses thématiques et plan d’action y afférent, préparés et validés par le Comité interministériel d’experts sous la direction du Président de ce Comité ;
Document de stratégie nationale de relance de développement (y compris le plan d’action, le cadrage macroéconomique et le mécanisme de suivi-évaluation) de qualité, selon les standards internationaux, et validé par les différentes parties prenantes.

Critères de qualité :

Livrable : Les membres du comité interministériels d’experts, le secteur privé et les PTFs ont une bonne compréhension du cadre conceptuel et de l’approche méthodologique  - Critère : Les représentants des parties prenantes sont familiers avec le cadre conceptuel et la méthodologie d’élaboration de la stratégie. Méthode : Evaluation par les participants aux retraites techniques et aux ateliers, et le secrétariat permanent à la relance du développement.
Délai : Pendant  la mission, notamment les retraites techniques et l’atelier
Livrable : Le Comité interministériel d’experts s’approprie le processus neutre et participatif d’élaboration de la stratégie de relance du développement -  - Critère : Les différentes contributions des parties prenantes (ministères, OSC, secteur privé, régions et PTFs), des autres experts consultants et les priorités de développement  sont reflétées dans le document de façon satisfaisante. Méthode : Evaluation par les participants aux retraites techniques et aux ateliers, et le secrétariat permanent à la relance du développement
Délai : Pendant  la mission, notamment les retraites techniques et l’atelier
Livrable : La stratégie de relance du développement (y compris le plan d’action et le cadrage macroéconomique) est élaborée. Critères : Les différents axes stratégiques (gouvernance démocratique et consolidation de l’état de droit ; l’économie, la compétitivité et l’emploi ; les services sociaux de base et le capital humain ; les infrastructures, l’aménagement du territoire et le développement régional; l’environnement et les catastrophes naturelles), le plan d’action et sa budgétisation ainsi que le cadrage macroéconomique et le dispositif de suivi-évaluation sont reflétés dans le document de  stratégie de façon satisfaisante. Méthodes : Evaluation par les participants aux retraites techniques et aux ateliers, la Primature, les OSC, le secteur privé et les PTFs et analyse du document élaboré.
Délai : A la fin de l’atelier de validation et de l’examen du document de stratégie par le Gouvernement.

Profil de l’expert consultant principal : valeurs intrinsèques, qualifications nécessaires, compétenceset expériences requises

Au moins (4) experts consultants facilitateurs de court terme seront recrutés pour mener à bien ce travail, sous la coordination technique de l’expert consultant principal et la  supervision de la Primature (notamment le Secrétaire Permanent du Comité interministériel des experts) et du PNUD tout au long du processus.

Date et lieu

L’essentiel de la mission se déroulera à Madagascar. Le consultant analysera des études et rapports techniques dans le cadre de la mission globale et préparera  aussi des notes à partir de son lieu de résidence.

Durée de la mission

La durée de la présente mission est de deux mois.
Date de démarrage: à la signature du contrat.
La mission débutera par un briefing avec la Primature, notamment les autorités et le Président du Comité interministériel d’experts, le Système des Nations Unies et le Programme des Nations Unies pour le Développement à Madagascar, sur les objectifs de la mission, l’approche méthodologique envisagée et les résultats à atteindre.

Competencies

Valeurs intrinsèques

Démontrer son intégrité en se conformant  aux  valeurs et  aux normes morales de l'ONU ;
Favoriser la vision, la mission, et  les buts stratégiques du PNUD ;
Démontrer sa capacité à exercer dans un environnement  sur une base non discriminatoire en matière de différence culturelle, genre, de religion,  de race,  de nationalité et de sensibilité ;
Démontrer la rigueur dans le travail, une grande disponibilité, une aptitude au travail en équipe et un esprit d’initiative développé.

Required Skills and Experience
Qualifications professionnelles et compétences de l’expert principal (lead / coordonnateur)

Titulaire d’un diplôme de troisième cycle dans les domaines suivants : macroéconomie internationale, planification stratégique et développement économique, économie de l’entreprise, sciences politiques, sociologie ou économie du travail.
Doctorat préférable

Excellentes qualités /capacités :

de communication et de diplomatie
d’analyse, de synthèse, et de rédaction de notes stratégiques et de plans d’action
de travail en équipes multidisciplinaires et sous pression
de transmission des savoirs
de supervision et de résolution de problèmes sensibles
de prise de décision et d’initiative
Excellente maîtrise du français et de l’anglais (écrit/oral)

Expérience professionnelle

Expériences internationales et professionnelles d’au moins 10 ans dans la planification stratégique et la gestion des politiques de développement, notamment l’élaboration et la mise en œuvre de stratégies et de plans d’action de développement intérimaire, de relance économique ou du secteur privé, notamment dans des pays en crise ou post-conflits, en Afrique
Expériences internationales et professionnelles en analyse des stratégies et politiques de croissance et de réduction de la pauvreté dans les pays en crise ou post-conflits, et en appuis techniques pour les cadrages macroéconomiques et la gestion des politiques publiques;
Excellente connaissance pratique des modèles de programmation économique et financière des institutions financières internationales, notamment le modèle de programmation financière du FMI et le modèle Rmsm-x.
Expériences professionnelles en mobilisation de l’aide au développement et en renforcement des capacités institutionnelles du secteur public, des OSC et du secteur privé (y compris la redynamisation du cadre de dialogue public-privé).
Expériences internationales et professionnelles dans la coordination des travaux techniques et l’animation de groupes de travail thématiques, la facilitation d’ateliers de préparation et de validation de documents de stratégies nationales et de plan d’action de relance du développement économique et social.
Excellentes connaissances du fonctionnement de l’administration publique, des organisations professionnelles du secteur privé et du Programme des Nations Unies pour le développement.

Documents à inclure dans la proposition d’offre

Offre technique:

Lettre de motivation
CV + formulaire P11 ( undp jobs )
Note méthodologie pour conduire la mission* et pour développer la compréhension de la mission accompagnée d’une présentation succincte de l’approche,
Références et contacts  - minimum trois contacts

Offre financière : voir ci-dessous.
Les candidats répondant au profil seront soumis à une interview (par téléphone, skype ou autre moyen) pour finaliser le processus de sélection après revue de leurs CV.
NB : Le site ne permettant de poster qu’un seul document ; les soumissionnaires sont tenus de remettre un dossier fusionné et complet en annexe.

Offre financière pour la prestation de services.

IMPORTANT :

Le consultant proposera une  offre financière complète pour la mission
Le consultant est appelé à prendre en considération les frais nécessaires pour mener à bien sa mission et à les soumettre au PNUD dans le cadre de cette offre financière
Les frais de voyage du consultant international à Madagascar seront également inclus dans l’offre (1 A/R classe ECO)
Les honoraires du consultant seront remis au terme de la consultance sur base d’une facture certifiée et de la validation du rapport de mission. Les DSA seront versés à l’entrée en mission par virement électronique au compte bancaire du consultant.
Le soumissionnaire proposera une offre forfaitaire pour les 2 mois de la mission
Le PNUD Madagascar mettra à la disposition du consultant un bureau et prendra en charge les déplacements du consultant pour les missions et la collecte des informations

Les offres des candidats seront notées sur la base des critères suivants :
Proposition technique :

Niveau d’étude minimum requis diplôme de troisième cycle dans les domaines listés dans le profil : Critère exclusif
Expériences internationales et professionnelles d’au moins 10 ans dans la planification stratégique et la gestion des politiques de développement, notamment l’élaboration et la mise en œuvre de stratégies et de plans d’action de développement intérimaire, de relance économique ou du secteur privé,  notamment dans des pays en crise ou post-conflits, en Afrique : Note maximum : 25
Expériences internationales et professionnelles en analyse des stratégies et politiques de croissance et de réduction de la pauvreté dans les pays en crise ou post-conflits, et en appuis techniques pour les cadrages macroéconomiques et la gestion des politiques publiques : Note maximum : 20
Excellente connaissance pratique des modèles de programmation économique et financière des institutions financières internationales, notamment le modèle de programmation financière du FMI et le modèle Rmsm-x. : Note maximum : 10
Expériences professionnelles en renforcement des capacités institutionnelles du secteur public et du secteur privé : Note maximum : 5
Expériences internationales et professionnelles dans la coordination des travaux techniques et l’animation de groupes de travail thématiques, la facilitation d’ateliers de préparation et de validation de documents de stratégies nationales et de plan d’action de relance du développement économique et social : Note maximum : 10
Méthodologie proposée : Note maximum : 30

Les offres techniques seront notées sur 100. Les consultant dont les offres  auront satisfait à l’évaluation technique et ayant obtenu une note supérieure à 70% de la note maximale (soit 70 points sur 100) seront conviés à un entretien (par téléphone, skype ou autre moyen).

Proposition financière :

Honoraires du Consultant:2 mois
Perdiem (incluant tous frais connexes)
Bureau de travail : bureau des consultants, PNUD Madagascar

L’offre pourra être négociée par le PNUD selon ses grilles et la disponibilité du budget.

Les frais de missions non prévues seront pris en charge par le projet le cas échéant.

As part of the application submission process, candidates should submit and upload the Personal History Form – P11 (available at http://un.intnet.mu) and a CV as one attachment in the relevant field of the on-line application.

UNDP reserves the right not to make any appointment following this advertisement.

UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.

Only applicants who meet all requisite criteria and are short listed will be contacted. No phone calls please. Thank you.

Thank you.

NO FEE POLICY:

AJS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS AND AJS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON BANK ACCOUNTS.

SOME EMPLOYERS MAY ACKNOWLEDGE RECEIPT OF YOUR APPLICATION.

INTERNATIONAL CONSULTANT-TO SUPPORT THE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE CBD 2011-2020 STRATEGIC PLAN IN ZIMBABWE.

Location :     Harare, ZIMBABWE

Type of Contract :    Individual Contract
Post Level :    International Consultant
Languages Required :English  
Expected Duration of Assignment :    40 days


Background
Zimbabwe is in the process of implementing a GEF biodiversity planning project (under the ‘Enabling Activities’ funding window). Its objective is to integrate the country’s obligations under the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) into its national development and sectoral planning frameworks through a renewed and participative ‘biodiversity planning’ and strategizing process, in a manner that is in line with the global guidance contained in the CBD’s Strategic Plan for 2011-2020.
The following key outcomes are sought as part of the project, each representing one Component of the project:

A participative stocktaking exercise on biodiversity planning takes place and national biodiversity targets are developed in response to the global Aichi Targets
Zimbabwe’s National Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan (NBSAP) is revised/updated and it fully integrates new aspects of the CBD strategic plan, such as mainstreaming and anchoring the implementation of the plan into national development frameworks, valuing ecosystem services and promoting ecosystem-based adaptation and resilience.
National frameworks for resource mobilization, Convention reporting and exchange mechanisms, including the Clearing House Mechanism (CHM) of the CBD, are established and strengthened

The ultimate goal of the project is to build national capacity within the topic of biodiversity planning. This implies procuring knowledge and capacity building services that are usually not available within State Institutions, due to the specificity of the topics at hand and the technical requirements.

Duties and Responsibilities

Conduct an economic valuation of ecosystems goods and services based on at least two case studies of collective livelihoods in Zimbabwe such as wildlife and forestry management (CAMPFIRE)
Identify mechanisms for incorporating these values into national accounting and reporting systems.
Identify priority Biodiversity investment needs and opportunities based on the NBSAP
Conduct in-country training for national experts and key stakeholders from Government, NGOs and Private Sector on ecosystem valuation and PES development, including providing examples of experiences and best practices from the region and internationally
Develop a publication on “Ecosystem Valuation in Zimbabwe:

Competencies
Functional Competencies:

Builds strong relationships with clients and external actors
Demonstrates openness to change and ability to manage complexities
Ability to work under pressure and remains calm .
Demonstrates strong leadership abilities.

Corporate Competencies:

Demonstrates integrity by modeling the UN’s values and ethical standards;
Promotes the vision, mission, and strategic goals of UNDP;
Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability
Treats all people fairly without favoritism;
Fulfills all obligations to gender sensitivity and zero tolerance for sexual harassment

Required Skills and Experience

Education:

Advanced degree (Masters’ level, equivalent or higher)  in the field of  Environmental Economics, Biodiversity Conservation, Natural Sciences, Policy/Development Studies or related field

Experience:

As minimum, 7 years of international work experience (preferably more, given the complexity of the services in question) in the relevant field of  national biodiversity valuation studies, payment for ecosystem services, sectoral mainstreaming of biodiversity, policy development, national accounting practices and methods  and any other field relevant for the consultancy in question.
Outline of proposed approaches for the three sub-products of the NBSAP stated above
List of rendered consulting services for the past 3 years.
Ability to submit the 2 reference letters confirming the successfully rendered services for the last 2 years.  

Language Requirements:

Ability to write/hold the trainings in English is a requirement.


UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.

Only applicants who meet all requisite criteria and are short listed will be contacted. No phone calls please. Thank you.

Thank you.

No Fee

AJS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS AND AJS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON BANK ACCOUNTS.

SOME EMPLOYERS MAY ACKNOWLEDGE RECEIPT OF YOUR APPLICATION.

ASSESSMENT OF NATIONAL LEGAL & REGULATORY FRAMEWORK FOR HIV AND AIDS - TWO NATIONAL CONSULTANTS

Location :     Mbabane, SWAZILAND

Type of Contract :    Individual Contract
Post Level :    National Consultant
Languages Required :English  

Duration of Initial Contract :    30 days
Expected Duration of Assignment :    Over period of 3 months

Background

In 2011, Member States of the UN adopted the UNGASS Political Declaration on HIV/AIDS,  committing to reviewing national laws and practices that create barriers to effective HIV responses. The Declaration recognises that a country’s legal environment, its laws and how they are implemented and enforced, is fundamental for the national response to HIV.
The Global Commission on HIV and the Law’s recent report, Risks, Rights & Health 2012 found evidence of how protective legal environments improve the lives of people living with HIV and reduce vulnerability to infection. Across the globe, it also found evidence of how stigma, discrimination, punitive laws, brutal policing and ineffective access to justice continue to fuel the HIV epidemic.

The Global Commission’s report focused on five main areas: laws and practices that discriminate against people living with HIV or AIDS; laws and practices that criminalise those living with and most vulnerable to HIV; laws and practices that sustain or mitigate violence and discrimination against women; laws and practices that facilitate or impede access to HIV-related treatment and issues of law relating to children and young people in the context of HIV. It also alludes to the continued experience of stigma and discrimination in their families, homes, places of work, communities, health care services and workplaces even where protective HIV laws are in place.

Most Countries with criminal laws punish people for exposing another person to or transmitting HIV, exacerbating HIV-related stigma and spreading fear amongst populations. Laws that criminalise acts such as sex work, same-sex relations and drug use increase violence and brutality against these key populations, driving them away from health care services. Women and girls live under laws, customs and norms that deny them economic power and sanction inequality and abuse, undermining their ability to protect themselves from HIV infection. Young people are denied access to crucial services that protect from unsafe sex and drug use, and international trade law and intellectual property protections block access to low-cost medicines for many countries.  The investigation conducted by the Global Commission on HIV and the Law also found reason for hope where legal and justice systems around the world played constructive roles in responding to HIV. The Commission’s investigation concluded with action-oriented, evidence-informed recommendations for government, civil society and international organisations, in order to strengthen legal and regulatory frameworks for HIV and AIDS.

HIV/AIDS in Swaziland was declared a national disaster in 1999 and the national prevalence rate is at 26.1% between the reproductive age group (SHDS 2007). The country adopted the three in one principle one national coordination body, National Strategic Framework and one monitoring and evaluation system. Several strategic plans have been developed and implemented, the last NSF being the 2009 – 2014. The NSF is premised on the aspirations of the National Development Strategy (NDS) and the Poverty Reduction Strategy and Action Plan (PRSAP). Both National documents allude to the reduction of new infections and intensifying programmes that seek to reverse the spread of HIV.  The NSF has also been developed and aligned to the UNGASS Declaration of Commitment on HIV and AIDS (UNGASS 2001), The Abuja Declaration and Plan of Action (2001), the Maseru Declara¬tion on HIV and AIDS, The Convention on the Elimination of all forms of Discrimination Against Women (CEDAW), the UN Convention of the Rights of the Child and the Universal Human Rights Declaration, and aiming to attain the Millennium Development Goals. A National multi-sectoral HIV and AIDS Policy was also developed in 2006. The policy states government‘s commitment to protect and promote  human rights;  review existing laws and policies to ensure that laws address public health and human rights concerns related to HIV; ensure access to legal aid services for vulnerable groups. The NSF (2009 – 14) has also prioritised interventions aimed at improving legal strategies and human rights protection for all vulnerable groups such as populations at risk including identifying ethical, legal and human rights gaps in the national response. Swaziland defines its key population as commercial sex workers; same sex partners; prisoners; IDUs; migrant and mobile populations such as seasonal workers.

The review of the Swaziland’s national legal and regulatory framework is an important step in strengthening the country’s response to HIV and AIDS. The national assessment aims to conduct an analysis of the country’s laws, regulations and policies, how these are implemented and how people access justice and enforce rights in the country. It will further determine the extent to which the legal and regulatory framework protects rights relating to a specific sector and/or acts as a barrier to access to HIV-related services, including stigma, discrimination, gender-based violence and inequality and human rights abuses affecting people especially key populations in the context of HIV and AIDS. There are various intersections between HIV, law and human rights this assignment will focus on the key focus areas of the Global Commission’s work – that is laws and practices that promote or impede effective responses to HIV in the context of HIV-related stigma and discrimination; issues affecting women, children and young people; criminal laws in the context of HIV and access to treatment.
A team of consultants constituting of  a Legal, Human Rights and HIV expert and Public Health and Law / Human rights expert are therefore required to undertake this assignment, to conduct the legal analysis; and facilitate focus group interviews, and key informants interviews aimed at informing recommendations and action plans on the development, implementation and enforcement of laws, regulations,  policies and measures to improve access to justice, so as to protect rights and promote universal access to services in the context of HIV and AIDS.

The objective of the National Legal Environment Assessment is to review laws, regulations and policy guidelines, access to justice systems and human rights knowledge in the context of HIV and AIDS, TB and Malaria with the view of identifying the nature and extent of stigma, discrimination, gender inequality and gender-based violence and human rights abuses affecting key populations. Secondly to assess the impact of the legal framework in protecting rights and promoting universal access to services.

Duties and Responsibilities

Conduct desk review of relevant reports, research studies relating to law, national legal framework, national, regional and international reports on best practices aimed at promoting access to justice and public health services for key populations.
To analyse international, regional and national human rights obligation relating to HIV and AIDS and related rights that Swaziland as a state party has committed to.
To examine the nature, extent, efficacy and impact of national legal and regulatory framework including: examining laws that protect against discrimination and human rights abuses and promote universal access to HIV-related health care including anti-discrimination laws, laws that protect the rights of women, children and young people, health laws that promote patient’s rights and intellectual property laws that promote access to treatment, amongst others.
Review and or develop Focused Groups Interview and Key Informants Interview data collection tools; Conduct at least 12 FGIs and 20 – 30 KII on the impact of HIV and the law and human rights, implication of culture and traditional practices including attitudes on key populations and vulnerable groups.
To examine HIV-related laws and human rights issues affecting populations vulnerable in the context of HIV and Key populations at higher risk of HIV exposure in Swaziland including issues relating to Women, Children, Young People and People with Disability and the extent to which these issues are addressed by the current environment.
Review punitive laws that block access to services for key populations at higher risk of HIV exposure including criminal laws that may criminalise HIV transmission or exposure, sex work, same-sex relationships, provision of harm reduction programmes to people who use drugs; coercive health laws that deny patients’ health rights and immigration laws that create travel restrictions for people living with HIV, amongst others.
Analyse the extent to which key populations know and understand their rights, and key service providers, lawmakers and law-enforcers are sensitized to HIV-related law and human rights issues to enable effective implementation of services, access to justice and enforcement of HIV-related laws.
Identifying the impact of the current legal framework on key populations at higher risk of HIV exposure and on universal access to HIV prevention, treatment, care and support.
Noting, where relevant, identify lessons learned during the process of developing, implementing and enforcing laws, regulations and policies relevant to HIV and AIDS including of those that are barriers to the development, implementation and enforcement of protective frameworks.
Identify strengths, gaps and challenges in the legal and regulatory framework in terms of alignment with national, regional and international human rights commitments, guidance, best practice and lessons learned from foreign jurisdictions (where relevant) and in terms of addressing key HIV laws and human rights issues and promoting effective responses to HIV.
To review the Global Commission on HIV and the Law Report and assess the extent to which legal framework, culture and traditional practices align to the recommendations thereof.
Recommend measures to: strengthen the development, implementation, monitoring and enforcement of protective laws; remove or amend punitive laws; strengthen awareness of protective laws and services amongst communities and service providers, and Improve access to justice and law enforcement in the context of HIV and AIDS.
Facilitate a national stakeholder’s validation meeting to review the findings of the report based on the outcome of final consultative process.
Present the final report findings of the legal environment assessment findings on HIV and the Law and Human rights during the launch of the Global Commission Report on HIV and the Law.
The Consultants will report to the LEA Steering committee which will provide the oversight function to the project and the Regional Service Centre (RSC) who will provide technical support and guidance to the project.

Competencies

Corporate Competencies:

Demonstrates integrity by modeling the UN’s values and ethical standards;
Promotes the vision, mission, and strategic goals of UNDP;
Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability
Treats all people fairly without favoritism;
Fulfills all obligations to gender sensitivity and zero tolerance for sexual harassment


Functional Competencies:

Proven analytical, organizational development and inter-personal skills.
Research and evaluation skills including ability to synthesize information
Excellent oral, and effective presentation and report-writing skills;
Express clearly and concisely ideas and concepts in writing and orally
Ability to meet deadlines with minimum supervision.
Ability to manage conflicting ideas and views from diverse groups
Excellent social and communication skills
Excellent computers skills required.

Required Skills and Experience

Education:

A minimum of Master’s Degree in the following fields: Human Rights Law, HIV and Law, Public Health Policy and Development, Political Sciences, Public Health and Law Analysts or a related discipline.

Experience:

At least 10 years of relevant professional experience including at least five years experience in law and policy development and or legal drafting.
Understanding of and experience in working on HIV, health and human rights issues
Experience in conducting research, including developing interview and focus group discussion tools and conducting interviews, as well as desk research.
Experience in drafting policy documents, and carrying out research and studies, analysis especially with developing national legal aid policy framework and legislation.
Substantial knowledge and understanding of setting up state and non state owned legal aid system in the SADC region and internationally. (Experience and understanding of the regional context is essential).

Language Requirements:

English is the preferred language.

UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.

Only applicants who meet all requisite criteria and are short listed will be contacted. No phone calls please. Thank you.

Thank you.

No Fee

AJS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS AND AJS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON BANK ACCOUNTS.

SOME EMPLOYERS MAY ACKNOWLEDGE RECEIPT OF YOUR APPLICATION.

SENIOR SECURITY SECTOR REFORM ADVISOR (RE-ADVERTISED/ APPLICANTS WHO PREVIOUSLY APPLIED NEED NOT RE-APPLY)

Location :     Conakry, GUINEA

Additional Category    Crisis Prevention and Recovery
Type of Contract :    TA International
Post Level :    P-6
Languages Required :English   French  

Duration of Initial Contract :    10 months

Background

The reform of the security sector has long been viewed as critical to ensuring sustainable peace in Guinea. Following the UN Policy Committee meeting on Guinea on 8 February 2011, the Secretary-General decided that “UNOWA and UNDP, with the support of DPKO and other members of the Inter-Agency Task Force on Security Sector Reform (SSR), will support and mobilize resources for the immediate implementation of SSR based on the recommendations of the joint ECOWAS AU/UN assessment report, and in close coordination with Guinea’s partners.”

In this context, a national seminar on SSR was organized from 28 to 31 March 2011, with the financial and technical support of UNDP, PBF, UNOWA and DPKO, to review the recommendations from the Joint ECOWAS/AU/UN SSA report and develop an inclusive roadmap for the implementation of the SSR programme. The UN subsequently deployed a Senior Advisor who would lead the project until February 2013.

A new Senior Advisor is being recruited to assure continuity of the established effective leadership of the SSR project .

The Senior SSR Advisor will continue to be assisted by a small team composed of a Political Affairs Officer (with a background in SSR), a National Professional Officer, an Administrative and Project Specialist and two Drivers. The Senior SSR Advisor reports directly to the Special Representative of the Secretary-General for West Africa. S/he and his team coordinate all SSR activities with the UNDP Resident Coordinator.

Duties and Responsibilities
The Senior SSR Advisor will:



Provide overall strategic and political advice to the Government of Guinea on matters related to the development and implementation of its SSR strategy;
Assist the Government in developing and implementing a resource mobilization strategy for SSR;
Support the SSR Steering Committee (and its sub-committees) in the implementation of the SSR national strategy;
Coordinate closely with UNDP and other UN actors to ensure technical and political aspects of SSR are incorporated into the SSR strategy;
Facilitate UN system-wide coherence in support of SSR in Guinea;
Advise the UN leadership in Conakry, Dakar and New York on important matters to ensure effective and coherent support to the SSR process;
Liaise with Government officials, diplomatic community, civil society organizations and UNCT to promote targeted, effective and coordinated support to SSR;Establish and maintain contacts with relevant Government Officials, political leaders, as well as civil society organizations and local private sector actors involved in SSR.



Reporting, Coordination and Liaison



The Senior SSR Advisor  will report to the SRSG/UNOWA;
S/he will provide monthly activities’ report and regular updates on his/her work to the SRSG/UNOWA, with copy to the RC and PBSO;
S/he will work in close coordination with the RC for a greater synergy between the political and the technical aspects of SSR;
S/he will meet with the RC and Chief SSR Technical Advisor/UNDP on a regular basis to coordinate and discuss SSR  activities;
S/he will attend SSR Steering Committee meetings and other SSR coordination meetings;
S/he will liaise with the UN Secretariat in New York (DPA/Africa II Division, DPKO, PBSO and PBC).  



Expected outcomes:

National SSR strategy is successfully finalized;
Resource mobilization strategy is developed;
Appropriate funding mechanism is established;
SSR Steering Committee empowered to coordinate and implement the SSR national strategy;
Political aspects of SSR are addressed in a timely fashion;
Effective and reinforced coordination between international and national actors working on SSR.

Impact of Results

Improvement of the security situation in the country.
Ongoing professionalization of the security and defense forces
Strengthening of the security and defense forces

Competencies
Functional Competencies

Advocacy/Advancing A Policy-Oriented Agenda

Influencing the public policy agenda
Builds consensus concerning UNDP’s strategic agenda with partners on joint initiatives
Dialogues with national counterparts and other stakeholders to strengthen advocacy efforts, incorporating country, regional and global perspectives

Results-Based Programme Development and Management

Achieving results through programme design and innovative resourcing strategies
Identifies country needs and strategies using a fact-based approach
Makes use of a variety of resources within UNDP to achieve results, such as cross-functional teams, secondments and developmental assignments, and collaborative funding approaches
Ensures the full implementation of country programme and Financial Resources to obtain results

Building Strategic Partnerships
Building strategic alliances

Makes effective use of UNDP’s resources and comparative advantage to strengthen partnerships
Creates networks and promotes initiatives with partner organizations

Innovation and Marketing New Approaches
Fostering innovation in others

Creates an environment that fosters innovation and innovative thinking
Conceptualizes more effective approaches to programme development and implementation and to mobilizing and using resources

Resource Mobilization
Developing resource mobilization strategies at country level

Contributes to the development of resource mobilization strategies at CO level
Actively develops partnerships with potential donors and government counterparts in all sectors at country level
Strengthens the capacity of the country office to mobilize resources

Promoting Organizational Learning and Knowledge Sharing
Participating in the development of policies and innovative approaches and promoting  their application throughout the organization

Promotes UNDP as a learning/knowledge sharing organization

Job Knowledge/Technical Expertise
Expert knowledge of own discipline

Possesses expert knowledge of advanced concepts in primary discipline, a broad knowledge of related disciplines, as well as an in-depth knowledge of relevant organizational policies and procedures
Applies a broad knowledge of best management practices; defines objectives and work flows, positions reporting relationships in such a way as to obtain optimum effectiveness for the unit/branch
Keeps abreast of new developments in area of professional discipline and job knowledge and seeks to develop him/herself personally
Demonstrates comprehensive knowledge of information technology and applies it in work assignments
Demonstrates expert knowledge of the current programme guidelines and project management tools and manages the use of these regularly in work assignments

Global Leadership and Advocacy for UNDP’s Goals
Influencing global and national initiatives

Advocates for increased priority given to human development issues internationally and in national planning frameworks
Advocates for increased resources at international and national level

Client Orientation
Meeting long-term client needs

Anticipates constraints in the delivery of services and identifies solutions or alternatives
Proactively identifies, develops and discusses solutions for internal and external clients, and persuades management to undertake new projects or services
Advises and develops strategic and operational solutions with clients that add value to UNDP programmes and operations

Core Competencies:

Promoting ethics and integrity, creating organizational precedents
Building support and political acumen
Building staff competence,  creating an environment of creativity and innovation
Building and promoting effective teams
Creating and promoting enabling environment for open communication
Creating an emotionally intelligent organization
Leveraging conflict in the interests of UNDP & setting standards
Sharing knowledge across the organization and building a culture of knowledge sharing and learning
Fair and transparent  decision making; calculated risk-taking

Required Skills and Experience
Education

Advanced university degree in political science, security studies, international relations or a related field; a combination of relevant academic qualifications and extensive experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree

Experience

At least 15 years of progressively responsible professional experience in security sector reform, political analysis, international relations, conflict resolution, diplomacy or a related field.
Experience in providing strategic advice to high-level political leadership is desirable.
Experience in interacting with regional and international stakeholders/donors in a multicultural environment

Language requirements

Fluency in French and English is essential

Only applicants who meet all requisite criteria and are short listed will be contacted. No phone calls please. Thank you.

Thank you.

No Fee

AJS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS AND AJS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON BANK ACCOUNTS.

SOME EMPLOYERS MAY ACKNOWLEDGE RECEIPT OF YOUR APPLICATION.

Call for Expression of Interest for Research Consultancy

Evidence and Impact Research Consultancy: ‘’Reviving Education in Rural Communities of Sierra Leone’’

Job Title:        Evidence and Impact Research Consultant

Responsible For:      The undertaking of an Evidence and Impact Research Study, comprising of three separate research phases over the following 18 months, which will enable the project to gather a significant body of empirical data and evidence of change against the following learning questions: Can quality community-based education be delivered and sustained at low cost in remote rural areas where the state is absent or weak?; what changes in children’s (particularly girls) capabilities can be observed from school-centred gender programmes?

Reports To:    CiC UK Programme Manager in partnership with the FAWE Sierra Leone

Research duration:    18 months (comprising of three separate research phases)

Location:    Kambia District

Start Date:    June 2013


Background:    
Children in Crisis, in partnership with FAWE Sierra Leone, are looking to collaborate with a capable third party in Sierra Leone (i.e. an established research organisation, or NGO/consultancy group with proven research capabilities) to undertake an Evidence and Impact Research Study , comprising three distinct research phases over the following 18 months. The aim of the study is to enable the project to gather a significant body of empirical data and evidence of change against the following learning questions:
-    Can quality community-based education be delivered and sustained at low cost in remote rural areas where the state is absent or weak?;
-    what changes in children’s (particularly girls) capabilities can be observed from school-centred gender programmes?  
This evidence and impact study will be undertaken in addition to normal monitoring and evaluation mechanisms that the project has already established and in place.   

Background to the Project:    
The aim of this 3-year project ‘’Reviving Education in Rural Communities of Sierra Leone’’, which was launched in January 2012, is to reduce poverty through realising the educational rights of at least 11,000 children from Kambia, who have few opportunities to access a good quality education.

Through a range of interventions (outlines below) , the changes we intend the project to lead to include:
(i)    improved completion, participation and quality of education;
(ii)    improved attitudes and practice towards girls’ education;
(iii)    increased school capacity to mobilise human and financial resources to address pupil’s needs

Interventions included in this project:
a.    3 week teacher training to build the capacity of 315 teachers and head-teachers from 45 participating schools in quality child-centred education
b.    60 UU (untrained, unqualified) teachers sponsored to attend in-service distance learning course qualify.
c.    5 day training for formal school governance institutions (involve the ‘whole school community’: pupils, teachers, head-teachers, community teacher association - CTA, school management committee - SMC, community members, civic leaders and parents) to build capacity to manage schools, to promote gender inclusion practice and policy, and to build the capacity of the local community to understand and negotiate rights and entitlements from duty holders (school materials, budgets, teacher salaries)
d.    REFLECT literacy and adult education to empower 720 parents, especially mothers to support children’s development and education
e.    Community participatory planning and micro-projects to strengthen the capability of the local community to mobilise resources and to plan and deliver collective change, putting them in a stronger and more confident position to argue for resources from the state
f.    Local NGO partnerships to strengthen capacity of local partner NGOs in participatory methods for planning, implementation, monitoring, delivery and training

Identified problems that have informed the project include:
-    low parental and community support for sending children (girls in particular) to school (as evidenced by data on dropout rates of girls from school which is disproportionately higher than for boys - less than half of girls and two-thirds of boys complete grade 6).
-    The male-female division of labour results in girls working on domestic tasks rather than school work, and there is a widespread low value placed upon girl’s education.
-    Poverty, gender and cultural practices intersect to make solutions to schooling for girls and boys complex.

Impacts we expect to be realised:
1.    Children stay in school, get better exam results, more stay into junior secondary (especially girls), and are not exposed to hazardous and exploitative labour;
2.    Violence against girls and teenage pregnancy reduced and early marriage and initiation delayed;
3.    Children, especially girls are more knowledgeable of, and capable of protecting themselves from abuse, exploitation and disease;
4.    Mothers are more capable of supporting children in their early development and schooling, and;  
5.    Raised status and wellbeing of vulnerable children, such as girls and those with disabilities.

Research role and responsibilities:    
There is a real need and opportunity to undertake a participatory research study to evidence the impact that school and community wide project interventions are having on the lives of children, in particular girls.   

The research organisation undertaking the Study will be responsible for:

1)    The design and development of an appropriate, participatory research methodology that has integrity and the potential to build the skills of the study sample group as ‘active researchers’.
2)    The development of an ‘active research’ aspect to the study, so that the study sample groups are able to gather and monitor data between study visits by the research team, as ‘active researchers’.
3)    The undertaking of the study in three phases over the following 18-months with a sample group selected from 45 target schools and communities across the 3 chiefdoms of Bramaia, Gbinleh-Dixon, Masungbola.
4)    The recruitment and management of an appropriate team of researchers to undertake the data gathering exercises.
5)    The analysis and reporting of the ‘evidence and impact’ research data findings (against learning questions, log-frame indicators/ theory of change)
6)     Ensuring the research team is gender balanced as required by the methodology to be employed for this research
8)    Ensuring that quotations and statistics in the evidence and impact reports reflect the most widespread experiences, opinions of girls and boys
9)     Providing a new and reliable data on the problems and aspirations of girls and boys.

We would anticipate this research to track the same study sample over the life of the project to monitor and assess, for example, whether girls and boys are still in school, dropped out, noticing changes, improvements, deteriorations in their lives.

The research will involve qualitative data gathering via extended interviews and group discussions.

In the design and undertaking of the research, it will be the responsibility of the research organisation to ensure that the study sample group is of sufficient size for the research to have the required integrity to evidence (or otherwise) the effectiveness of project interventions on the lives and capabilities of girls and young women.

Research Consultancy requirements:

Essential:
•    Proven track record in the design and implementation of participatory research
•    Published research
•    Excellent working knowledge of issues surrounding girls education, children’s rights and the Capability Approach
•    Ability to work independently, and recruit, manage, and organise a team of researchers
•    Financial management skills and experience of managing research budgets
•    Ability and willingness to travel and work in rural Kambia
•    Excellent communication, and report writing skills in English
•    A university degree or recognised qualification in Education Planning or other relevant discipline.

Desirable:
•    Knowledge of Temne and languages local to Kambia district

Child Protection Policy:

As a child-focused agency, Children in Crisis UK recognise the need to ensure that child protection awareness and strategies are developed and active in its UK and overseas programmes.  To this end, CIC will require all successful candidates to sign its child protection policy and code of conduct and, where relevant, to agree to a CRB (Criminal Records Bureau) check.

Submission of Expression of Interest:

Individuals or organisations which meet the application requirements should submit an expression of interest including the following documentation to recruitmentsl@childrenincrisis.org:
-    Cover letter outlining the individual’s or organisation’s suitability for the assignment and current contact information
-    CV, including detailed work experience and education; where more than one consultant will be involved, clearly indicating the overall lead consultant and responsible persons
-    Methodological overview including timeframe, team composition and roles (where applicable), reporting structure and schedule, and professional fee.
-    Example of previous published research work

Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Closing date for applications: Midnight (GMT) Sunday 12th May 2013

Charity Reg. No. 1020488

Child Protection Policy

As a child-focused agency, Children in Crisis recognise the need to ensure that child protection awareness and strategies are developed and active in its UK and overseas programmes. To this end, CIC will require all successful candidates to sign its child protection policy and code of conduct and, where relevant, to agree to a CRB (Criminal Records Bureau) check.

Charity Reg No. 1020488

How to apply:

Applicants should send their CV and covering letter outlining their experience as it relates to this position and explaining their suitability.

CV's alone will not be accepted.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Only applicants who meet all requisite criteria and are short listed will be contacted. No phone calls please. Thank you.

Thank you.

No Fee

AJS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS AND AJS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON BANK ACCOUNTS.

SOME EMPLOYERS MAY ACKNOWLEDGE RECEIPT OF YOUR APPLICATION.

Legal Empowerment and Paralegal Networks Expert, Guinea (Consultant)

Closing Date: Monday, 03 June 2013

The American Bar Association Rule of Law Initiative (ABA ROLI) is a non-profit pro ­gram that implements legal reform programs in roughly 50 countries around the world. ABA ROLI has nearly 700 professional staff work ­ing abroad and in its Washington, D.C. office. ABA ROLI's host country partners include judges, lawyers, bar associations, law schools, court administrators, legislatures, ministries of justice and a wide array of civil society organi ­zations, including human rights groups.

Summary:

ABA ROLI is recruiting a Legal Empowerment and Paralegal Networks Expert for a program in Guinea that will support the efforts of civil society organizations (CSOs) to protect the rights of detainees and prisoners. ABA ROLI is looking for a French-speaking consultant with expertise in using paralegal networks to provide legal services to disadvantaged groups. The consultant will assist a CSO to establish and manage a paralegal network, ensuring the CSO is able to incorporate best practices and lessons-learned from other contexts.

Responsibilities:

Conducts 3-4 week mission to Guinea to participate in design of paralegal network, including the development of training materials for paralegals, case-management tools, and systems for oversight and support of paralegals.
Once the paralegal network is established, potential for further 2-3 week missions to Guinea to provide supplemental training and mentoring.

Qualifications:

Experience designing and implementing paralegal programs to improve access to justice;
Experience working with, and strengthening, civil society partners;
Experience working on pre-trial detention and prison rights issues desirable;
Fluency in written and spoken French required; fluent English highly desirable.

Due to the high volume of applicants, only candidates selected for interview will be contacted.

Only applicants who meet all requisite criteria and are short listed will be contacted. No phone calls please. Thank you.

Thank you.

No Fee

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SOME EMPLOYERS MAY ACKNOWLEDGE RECEIPT OF YOUR APPLICATION.

STUDY ON POTENTIAL OPPORTUNITIES AND CONSTRAINTS ON CROP DIVERSIFICATION IN THE FACE OF CLIMATE CHANGE IN THE AGRICULTURE SECTOR CONSULTANCY

Location :     Mbabane, SWAZILAND
Additional Category    Poverty Reduction
Type of Contract :    Individual Contract
Post Level :    International Consultant
Languages Required :English  
Starting Date :(date when the selected candidate is expected to start)    15-Apr-2013
Duration of Initial Contract :    1 month
Expected Duration of Assignment :    3 months

Background

Climate change and climate variability impacts are associated with prolonged droughts, dry spells and flooding, and there is a high degree of uncertainty with regards to suitability of conventional crops in most parts of Swaziland. Approximately 70 percent of the farmers in the country are subsistence and depend on the erratic rainfall for their production. It is now however difficult to ascertain if the conventional crops will reach maturity and provide optimum yields to sustain livelihoods. The change brought forth by climate variability requires that farmers also adapt their cropping patterns. This has created the need to investigate the potential opportunities existing under the given climate and environmental conditions for the country with an intention to facilitate crop diversification as an adaptation option
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Energy - Department of Water Affairs, in close collaboration with the Ministry of Agriculture, is seeking services of an international consultant to lead a team of local experts in conducting a study on potential opportunities and constraints on crop diversification in the face of climate change in the Agriculture Sector.

Scope

The scope of the assignment will encompass conducting in-depth analysis on existing opportunities and constraints on crop diversification to inform national and transboundary policies, strategies and program plan. The study will also inform farmers on the viable crop-pattern approaches that could be adopted as adaptation options.

Duties and Responsibilities

Working under the guidance of the Project Manager at the Department of Water Affairs, and in collaboration with the Ministry of Agriculture, the consultants’ specific tasks will include:

Collating information on studies and initiatives conducted on crop diversification in Swaziland with special reference to key national draft documents such as the, Diversification Strategy, Agriculture Summit Report, 2008, Food Security Policy etc.
Identifying and analysing constraints to crop diversification in Swaziland, given the adverse impacts of climate change and propose mitigation and implementing options.
Identifying and proposing in ranked priorities, different crop diversification options for each hydro-ecological zone of the country.
Establishing economic viability, market analysis and associated value chain for selected crop diversification options.
Proposing crop diversification options taking into consideration the socio-cultural and socio-economical norms and practices of the populace.
Identifying, analysing and proposing policy enablers to support crop diversification in Swaziland.
Proposing mechanisms for farmer group formation to address issues of commercial farming.
Proposing comprehensive recommendations for general diversification for the Agriculture sector.

Competencies

Excellent data management and analytic skills.
Ability to communicate effectively in order to communicate complex, technical information to technical and general audiences.
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as a member of a team to produce quality outputs in a timely manner.
Skills in negotiating effectively in sensitive situations.
Skills in achieving results through persuading, influencing and working with others.
Skills in facilitating meetings effectively and efficiently and to reach consensus among stakeholders from various sectors using participatory processes.

Required Skills and Experience

Education:

A Masters Degree in crop production, agriculture related studies.  A PhD in the same field will be an advantage.

Experience:

Extensive knowledge on crop production, climate change impacts on agriculture/food security, soils and water resources.
Minimum of 10 years working experience in the Agriculture Sector.
Individual with a clear understanding of agri-business, agricultural economist and agriculture policy arrangements, and markets and value chain.
Extensive practical experience in crop diversification research, climate change trends and impacts associated with crop production especially in the SADC region.

Language:  

English

UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

No Fee

AJS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS AND AJS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON BANK ACCOUNTS.

SOME EMPLOYERS MAY ACKNOWLEDGE RECEIPT OF YOUR APPLICATION.

EXPERT LOGISTIQUE

Location :     Conakry, GUINEA
Type of Contract :    Individual Contract
Post Level :    International Consultant
Languages Required :French  
Duration of Initial Contract :    3 mois
Expected Duration of Assignment :    6 mois

Background
Dans le cadre de la poursuite du Processus électoral de la guinée, la Représentation du Programme des Nations Unies pour le Développement (PNUD) en Guinée lance un appel à manifestation d’intérêt pour le recrutement d’un Expert Logistique qui, sous la supervision directe de l’expert en planification stratégique et opérationnelle sera responsable des aspects logistiques du processus électoral.

Duties and Responsibilities
Sous la supervision directe de l’expert en planification stratégique et opérationnelle, et étroite collaboration avec le Directeur des Opérations et le service logistique, l’Expert Logistique est notamment chargé des tâches et / ou missions suivantes

Etablir la planification intégrale des activités et sous activités du processus électoral ;
Assurer le conditionnement et l’entreposage des matériels ;
Concevoir ou élaborer des plans logistiques de déploiement, de ravitaillement et de ramassage des matériels;
Elaborer la base de données des prestataires des services logistiques sur le territoire national ;
Assurer le suivi et évaluation des prestations délivrées;
Collecter les données indicatives sur le cout des différentes prestations ;
Elaborer les outils de formation en vue de contribuer au renforcement des capacités de la CENI en matière logistique ;
Inventorier, entreposer et développer un système adéquat de suivi et de traçabilité du matériel et du patrimoine de la CENI ;
Produire régulièrement les rapports requis sur le déroulement des activités logistiques ;
Exécuter, à la demande de la CENI, toute autre tâche entrant dans le cadre des attributions et du mandat du projet.

Competencies
Compétences corporatives

Faire preuve d’intégrité en suivant les valeurs et éthiques standard des Nations Unies;
Promouvoir la vision, la mission et les objectifs stratégiques du PNUD;
Montrer une capacité d’adaptation et de sensibilité aux différences de culture, de genre, de religion, de race, de nationalité et d’âge;
Traiter tous les gens de manière équitable et sans favoritisme.


Compétences fonctionnelles

Solides capacités d'analyse et de synthèse des situations et habilités à trouver des solutions;
Aptitude à travailler sous la contrainte des délais et des résultats en faisant preuve d'initiative, de dynamisme et de pro activité;
Aptitude et intérêt à travailler en équipe dans un environnement multiculturel;
Solides capacités d'expression écrite et orale et réelles aptitudes à formuler de façon claire et concise ses idées;
Aptitude à communiquer de façon efficace avec les différents partenaires impliqués;
Ouverture d'esprit et volonté de faire preuve d'adaptabilité et de souplesse dans les relations avec ses collaborateurs;
Pédagogie et désir de s'inscrire dans un cadre de transfert de compétences.
Aptitude à travailler dans une équipe pluridisciplinaire et à coordonner les activités d'un groupe de travail ;
Etre en mesure de travailler sous pression ;
Capacité à planifier et à organiser les tâches.

Required Skills and Experience
Education:

Diplôme de troisième cycle universitaire en administration publique, gestion, sciences sociales, en Statistique ou équivalent ;
Bonne maîtrise de l’outil informatique (MS- Office : logiciels Windows, Word, Excel...)

Expérience:

Expérience avérée en matière de gestion des processus électoraux et particulièrement dans le domaine des opérations et de la logistique.

Langues Requises:

Une maîtrise parfaite de la langue française, aussi bien écrite qu’orale, est indispensable.
Une solide connaissance pratique de l’Anglais est aussi nécessaire pour une bonne interaction avec les partenaires:

UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

No Fee

AJS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS AND AJS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON BANK ACCOUNTS.

SOME EMPLOYERS MAY ACKNOWLEDGE RECEIPT OF YOUR APPLICATION.

EXPERT INTERNATIONAL POUR COACHER ET APPUYER L'ÉQUIPE DU MIPMEPI CHARGÉE DU SUIVI DE LA MISE EN UVRE DES PLANS DE DÉVELOPPEMENT EN VUE D'AMÉLIORER LE DISPOSITIF DE SUIVI

Location :Algiers, ALGERIA

Type of Contract :Individual Contract

Post Level :International Consultant

Languages Required :Arabic   French  

Duration of Initial Contract :

21 jours maximum

Background

Durant les trois dernières années, la relance de l’industrie est placée au centre des intérêts des Pouvoirs Publics qui ont résolument pris la décision de sauver et de revitaliser les Entreprises Publiques Economiques (EPE) qui disposent de potentiels (marchés, capital savoir-faire…) avérés de développement.

C’est ainsi qu’une politique de développement et de redéploiement du secteur public a été mise en place pour permettre :

l’intégration de l’industrie en favorisant la remontée des filières pour des activités actuellement situées au dernier stade de la chaine de production telles que les industries pharmaceutiques, l’électronique, …
la relance de l’investissement public dans les branches d’activités ayant un fort potentiel de croissance en ciblant, notamment, les industries développées à partir des ressources naturelles telles que l’acier, le ciment, ….
la substitution aux importations ;
le développement et la promotion de la sous-traitance qui induit la promotion de la PME et l’émergence de pôles de sous-traitance autour des grandes entreprises.

Dans le cadre de la stratégie de développement mise en place par les Pouvoirs Publics et en vue de contribuer à la croissance de 5 à 10% de la part du secteur industriel dans le PIB, le Ministère de l’Industrie, de la PME et de Promotion de l’Investissement (MIPMEPI), a généralisé la politique de redéploiement et de restructuration du secteur public marchand industriel engagée, depuis 2009, à toutes les EPE. Cette politique vise à moderniser l’outil industriel public et de relancer ainsi l’industrie nationale.

Dans cette optique, le Conseil des Participations de l’Etat (CPE) a examiné et approuvé les plans de développement des EPE en accordant des mesures et modalités avantageuses pour l’assainissement financier et la mobilisation de fonds destinés à la réalisation des programmes d’investissement de ces EPE.

Au titre de ses missions, la Division de la Promotion du Partenariat et du Redéploiement (DPPR) a été chargée du suivi de la mise en œuvre des plans de développement approuvés par le CPE.

Un dispositif de suivi a été mis en place, à titre transitoire, au niveau du MIPMEPI à l’effet de rendre compte périodiquement de l’état d’avancement de ces plans de développement et d’assister les SGP et EPE non affiliées à lever les éventuelles contraintes qu’elles auraient rencontrées.

Ce dispositif consiste à l’élaboration d’un canevas périodique à renseigner par chacune des SGP et EPE non affiliées, soutenu par une rencontre bimestrielle consacrée exclusivement au suivi.

L’opération exige la disponibilité de l’information et une réactivité rapide face à un environnement concurrentiel très dynamique et des contraintes endogènes et exogènes qui peuvent retarder l’exécution des plans.

Compte tenu des insuffisances de ce dispositif qui ne permet pas d’assurer un suivi rigoureux et une coordination optimale de l’ensemble de plans de développement, le MIPMEPI a sollicité le PNUD pour l’accompagner à travers la mobilisation d’un expert international pour appuyer une équipe du MIPMEPI chargée du suivi de la mise en œuvre des plans de développement en vue d’améliorer le dispositif de suivi.

L’objectif général de ce projet d’appui est de participer à l’amélioration de la compétitivité des entreprises du secteur industriel et de la contribution du secteur à la création d’emplois.

Cet appui est conforme au CPD, Country Programme Development (CPD) (2012-2014)qui définit dans la partie Gouvernance du programme proposé, l’appui au développement des capacités d’analyse et de suivi des réformes économiques et sociales dans la perspective de la promotion des réformes en cours, en matière de libéralisation de l’économie et d’intégration dans l’économie mondiale et ce dans une optique de développement humain. Cet appui s’inscrit aussi, dans la continuité des résultats obtenus dans le cadre du projet «Appui à l’évaluation des besoins d’accompagnement des réformes économiques en Algérie » mis en œuvre avec le concours du PNUD qui aura permis entre autres d’appuyer la production de la stratégie de développement industriel.
Enfin, il est important de signaler que le suivi de la mise en œuvre des plans de développement est une mission permanente car les plans de développement sont appelés à être actualisés de manière récurrente. De ce fait, le recours à l’expertise sollicitée constitue la première étape de l’appui auprès du PNUD. D’autres étapes seront donc nécessaires avec des besoins ponctuels d’expertise qui seront évalués en temps opportun. Le profil de l’expertise sera plus approprié, compte tenu de l’expérience capitalisée avec la première étape.

Duties and Responsibilities

Sous la supervision du Ministère de l’Industrie, de la Petite et Moyenne Entreprise et de la Promotion de l’Investissement et avec l’appui du PNUD, le consultant aura pour mission :

De prendre connaissance des documents de travail de la DPPR (Plan de Développement, résolutions du CPE,…) ;
d’examiner le dispositif de suivi mis en place (organisation des tâches, canevas de suivi élaboré par l’équipe du MIPMEPI, périodicité,…) ;
D’assister l’équipe du MIPMEPI dans une rencontre bimestrielle du suivi du plan de développement d’une SGP ;
De relever les éventuelles insuffisances et de proposer des recommandations pour améliorer le dispositif de suivi (procédure, canevas de suivi amélioré...).
De concevoir le reporting consolidé de synthèse ;
De proposer des indicateurs de performance d’une SGP dans la mise en œuvre de son plan de développement ;
De proposer tout autre outil permettant la maitrise du suivi de mise en œuvre ;
De former l’équipe chargée du suivi dans la maitrise du dispositif et des outils proposés.

Méthodologie (organisation de la mission):

L’expert devra mener sa mission en collaboration étroite avec les services concernés du MIPMEPI et une SGP représentative qui mettront à sa disposition l’ensemble des informations nécessaires.
L’expert sera appelé à se déplacer au niveau de la SGP et éventuellement au niveau d’une entreprise du portefeuille. Il s’appuiera principalement sur les travaux disponibles relatifs au plan de développement de la SGP et organisera des réunions d’échanges et de concertation avec les parties prenantes (MIPMEPI /SGP).
Il aura également à assister à une réunion de suivi de l’état d’avancement de la mise en œuvre d’un plan de développement de la SGP.
Des séances de briefing et de débriefing avec le PNUD et le MIPMEPI.

Tout au long de sa mission, le consultant international sera assisté par un consultant national qui sera lui-même recruté spécialement pour cet appui.

Livrables:

En plus de la formation qu’il aura à assurer, le consultant fournira les documents suivants :

Un rapport sur le dispositif de suivi et les recommandations.
Un canevas de suivi amélioré
Un reporting consolidé avec des indicateurs de performance.

Les rapports seront rédigés en langue française

Durée de la mission:

La mission se déroulera sur une période de trois (3) semaines, soit 21 jours calendaires, découpée en trois phases :

Une 1èrephase de huit (8) jours pour mener les contacts et consultations nécessaires sur le terrain et d’assister à la réunion de suivi.
Une 2èmephase de huit (8) jours de conception et de rédaction au terme de laquelle les consultants soumettent au MIPMEPI, pour validation, les documents élaborés à l’issue d’une réunion de restitution.
Une 3ème phase de cinq (5) jours de coaching et de formation de l’équipe de suivi.

A l’issue de ces échanges, le consultant transmettra au PNUD le document final au plus tard une semaine après la transmission des commentaires du MIPMEPI et une fois validé.

Competencies

Posséder des aptitudes à communiquer et à travailler sous pression dans un environnement multiculturel;
Avoir une capacité éprouvée de synthèse et du travail en équipe;
Avoir un sens élevé des responsabilités, des fortes capacités d’analyse et d’organisation;
Etre en mesure de respecter les délais.



Required Skills and Experience

Education:

Titulaire d’un diplôme d’études supérieures (ingénieur, licence).

Expérience:

Une expérience professionnelle avérée d’au moins 10 ans en matière de gestion de projet d’investissement et de reporting;
Ayant une expérience avérée dans le coaching;
Ayant des connaissances en entreprise;
Avoir une bonne connaissance de l’environnement administratif national.

Langues Requises:

Une parfaite maitrise de la langue française, la langue arabe serait un atout.

Procédures d’évaluation des offres:

La sélection des candidats se fait selon les procédures de recrutement en vigueur au PNUD et sur base des compétences requises.

Les offres soumises, remplissant les conditions d’éligibilité, seront évaluées sur base d’une grille combinant une évaluation technique et financière de l’offre.

Ci-dessous les critères d’évaluation des offres :



Technique

Approche méthodologie                                            20

Expérience utile dans le secteur évalué                      20

Nombre d’années d’expérience                                  20

Connaissance de la thématique                                 10

Financier                                                              30



Total                                                                     100

Les offres ayant obtenu un score minimum de 70% lors de l’évaluation technique, soit 49 points, seront prises en considération pour l’évaluation financière. Le critère pris en compte pour l’évaluation financière sera celui de l’offre la moins disante.

Les propositions seront ensuite classées en fonction de la note totale pondérée.

Soumission de l’offre:

Votre offre devra comporter les documents suivants :

CV du consultant ;
Note explicative sur la compréhension des TdRs et sur l’approche méthodologique suggérée;
Proposition financière (précision des modalités de paiement)

Les offres soumises en réponse à la présente invitation devront porter la mention « Offre pour le coaching et appui au MIPMEPI à la mise en œuvre des plans de développement des entreprises publiques ».

UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

No Fee

AJS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS AND AJS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON BANK ACCOUNTS.

SOME EMPLOYERS MAY ACKNOWLEDGE RECEIPT OF YOUR APPLICATION.

Senior Surveyor

Job No.:NV015/13DH
Division:Anglo American Thermal Coal (South Africa)
Site:New Vaal Colliery
Department:Survey
Work type:Fixed Term Contract
Location:Free State


NATURALLY DIFFERENT

We make a difference because our people do.

THERMAL COAL, NEW VAAL COLLIERY, VEREENIGING

Our thermal coal business has operations in South Africa and Colombia, and we have a strong standing in both the export and domestic markets. While much of our coal is used for power generation, it also fuels a range of other industries. A part of Anglo American, we are helping to build the leading global mining company.

SENIOR SURVEYOR

This role will see you take responsibility for the placement of survey control, calculating production measurements, surface modelling, calculating volumes as well as producing plans and compiling reports. Effective collection, modelling, analysis and reporting

of survey data will be key role focus areas, and you will be expected to ensure compliance with all relevant legislation related to and affecting surveying, mapping and mine plans, standards and Codes of Practice.

You will need a relevant degree, diploma or recognised equivalent, or a Chamber of Mine’s Advanced Survey Certificate with 2 years’ mine surveying experience in order to be considered. Competency in the use of Survey Total Stations, GPS, levelling equipment and all other relevant survey equipment as well as in MicroStation is essential, while computer literacy in all MS Office software packages and experience in Surpac and Geopak Software would be preferred. The role demands a results-driven orientation coupled with excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including willingness to motivate and train team members, and the ability to work under pressure. Opencast survey experience will be an advantage.

Ref Number: NV015/13DH

Discover why you are the difference.

Appointments will be made in line with Employment Equity considerations.

Additional Information:

•  Anglo American Platinum shall apply the Employment Equity principles as set out in Anglo Platinum's Employment Equity Policy.

•  Incomplete CV's and /or applications will not be considered.

•  If you do not hear from the Company within 21 days, please consider your application to be unsuccessful.

•  Interested candidates can apply online

Thank you.

No Fee

AJS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS AND AJS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON BANK ACCOUNTS.

SOME EMPLOYERS MAY ACKNOWLEDGE RECEIPT OF YOUR APPLICATION.

Deputy Country Director, Juba

Juba, Sudan

Department: Coordination

Position: Deputy Country Director
Contract duration: 6 months
Location: Juba, South Sudan
Starting Date TBC

I. Background on ACTED

ACTED is an independent international, private, non-partisan and non-profit organization that operates according to principles of strict neutrality, political and religious impartiality, and non discrimination.

ACTED was created in 1993 to support populations affected by the conflict in Afghanistan. Based in Paris, France, ACTED now operates in 27 countries worldwide, with over 200 international and 3000 national staff. In 2009, ACTED has a 110 million € budget for over 240 projects spanning 8 sectors of intervention; including emergency relief , food security , health promotion , economic development , education & training, microfinance, local governance & institutional support, and cultural promotion. For more information, please visit our website at www.acted.org

II. Country Profile

Capital Office : Juba National Staff : 125 (average May 2011) Areas : 4 areas On-going programmes : 8 Budget : 5 M

In 2012, ACTED has undertaken an expansion of activities in South Sudan. A Juba level coordination office was opened in 2011 and in 2012 the capital office has expanded to provide additional support to our field offices that opened in Bentiu, Unity State, and Malakal, Upper Nile State. The rapidly changing situation in South Sudan over the past months have led ACTED to up-scale its emergency response capacities, while also continuing to provide basic services in the traditional areas of intervention. Since January, ACTED has been providing refugee and IDP assistance in Unity and Upper Nile states. In Maban County, this assistance has focused on the life-saving assistance to refugees from Blue Nile State, Sudan. ACTED as camp manager for Jamam refugee camp has strived to provide the basic needs for the population including shelter, waste management , livelihoods, and construction of community infrastructures. Additionally, ACTED has responded to the new refugee influx in May with the provision of shelter and emergency latrines at transit sites while providing transportation assistance to refugees relocating to permanent settlements. In Unity state, ACTED has focused on the provision of livelihoods assistance to refugees in Nyeel and Pariang refugee camps. However, ACTED has also continued to build on its traditional areas of intervention, focusing on food security and livelihoods in Western Bahr el Ghazal and Warrap, and water, sanitation and hygiene in both states as well. Tonj North in Warrap was also a new area for ACTED where a Community Led Total Sanitation (CLTS) project is being implemented in the underserved area. All of these interventions continue to provide both basic and live-saving assistance to vulnerable populations throughout South Sudan. ACTED will continue to implement these projects and serve the population of South Sudan throughout 2012 and beyond

III. Position Profile The Deputy Country Director (DCD) is the second most senior ACTED staff member at country-level. In close partnership with the Country Director, the DCD is responsible for the coordination of operational and program aspects of the mission. This includes the direct management of: I. Operational aspects:
(a) all FLAT processes;
(b) national and international human resources;
(c) ACTED's assets and property in the country;
(d) compliance to relevant national legislation;
(e) compliance to ACTED's safety and security procedures;

II. Program aspects:
(a) coordination of reporting and external communication;
(b) project follow up and management;
(c) coordination of internal reporting and communication;
(d) coordination of Appraisal, Monitoring and Evaluation unit.

The DCD works under the close supervision of the Country Director.

IV. Qualifications:

Previous experience in a high management position in an NGO
Project management experience in emergency programs
Strong organizational skills
Strong negotiation and interpersonal abilities
Extensive fundraising and representational experience
Proven capabilities in leadership required
Excellent skills in written and oral English

V. Conditions:

Salaried status
Net monthly Salary (€) according to experience and internal salary grid of ACTED + living allowance
Accommodation, food and transportation ensured by ACTED
Insurances, repatriation covered by ACTED

How to apply:

VI. Submission of applications:

Please send, in English, your cover letter, CV, and three references Ref: DCD/SSUD/SA    

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

No Fee

AJS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS AND AJS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON BANK ACCOUNTS.

SOME EMPLOYERS MAY ACKNOWLEDGE RECEIPT OF YOUR APPLICATION.

Impact Evaluation Officer, Wau, South Sudan

Wau

Department: Reporting / AME

Position: Impact Evaluation Officer
Contract duration: 6 months, renewable
Location: Wau, South Sudan

Starting Date: ASAP

I. Background on ACTED

ACTED is an independent international, private, non-partisan and non-profit organization that operates according to principles of strict neutrality, political and religious impartiality, and non discrimination.

ACTED was created in 1993 to support populations affected by the conflict in Afghanistan. Based in Paris, France, ACTED now operates in 30 countries worldwide, with over 200 international and 4000 national staff. ACTED has a 100 million € budget for over 340 projects spanning 8 sectors of intervention; including emergency relief , food security, health promotion, economic development , education & training, microfinance, local governance & institutional support, and cultural promotion. For more information, please visit our website at www.acted.org

II. Country Profile

Capital Office : Juba National Staff : 136 International Staff : 28 Areas : 10 On-going programmes : 8 Budget : 2.9 M €

In 2012, ACTED has undertaken an expansion of activities in South Sudan. A Juba level coordination office was opened in 2011, and in 2012 the capital office has expanded to provide additional support to our field offices that opened in Bentiu, Unity State, and Malakal, Upper Nile State. The rapidly changing situation in South Sudan over the past months has led ACTED to up-scale its emergency response capacities, while also continuing to provide basic services in the traditional areas of intervention. Since January 2012, ACTED has been providing refugee and IDP assistance in Unity and Upper Nile states. In Maban County, this assistance has focused on the life-saving assistance to refugees from Blue Nile State, Sudan. ACTED as camp manager for Jamam refugee camp has strived to provide the basic needs for the population including shelter, waste management , livelihoods, and construction of community infrastructures. Additionally, ACTED has responded to the new refugee influx in May with the provision of shelter and emergency latrines at transit sites while providing transportation assistance to refugees relocating to permanent settlements. In Unity state, ACTED has focused on the provision of livelihoods assistance to refugees in Nyeel and Pariang refugee camps. ACTED also continues to build on its traditional areas of intervention, focusing on food security and livelihoods in Western Bahr el Ghazal and Warrap, and water, sanitation and hygiene in both states as well. Tonj North in Warrap was also a new area for ACTED where a Community Led Total Sanitation (CLTS) project is being implemented in the underserved area. All of these interventions continue to provide both basic and live-saving assistance to vulnerable populations throughout South Sudan.

III. Position Profile

Context ACTED, in partnership with IMPACT Initiatives and the Food Economy Group (FEG) an, will conduct an impact evaluation of Food for Asset (FFA) activities currently implemented by the World Food Programme (WFP) in the framework of the DFID-funded Building Resilience through Asset Creation and Enhancement Initiative (BRACE). The WFP FFA programme is a two year pilot project with the overall objective of, "promot[ing] the restoration of livelihoods through the creation and rehabilitation of productive assets in order to enhance the resilience of the target communities to future shocks". For the purposes of this evaluation, resilience is defined as, "a household's ability to rely on a variety of coping measures through increased assets and skills to, at a minimum, maintain their living standards despite shocks and stresses". This definition will be refined and nuanced through the evaluation analysis and will take into account its links with climate change. This impact evaluation is part of a larger global initiative aimed at designing and piloting effective methodologies to measure impact of food security interventions. Lessons learnt will be widely disseminated in order to inform and strengthen food security monitoring systems within and beyond South Sudan. Assignment The Impact Evaluation Officer will assist the Impact Evaluation manager and the expertise responsible for all elements of the evaluation, including its preparation, implementation and follow up, as well as related logistics, partner coordination, reporting and finance requirements. The position will be based in Wau, South Sudan with very frequent travel to field locations in which the evaluation is taking place. Functions 1. Evaluation Cycle Management - Assist the manager and the expert in the design, planning and supervision of field evaluation - Contribute to designing baseline, mid and end-term evaluations - Participating the collection, organization and analyze of relevant data from FFA partners - Provide methodological and technical guidance for all evaluations - Organise and supervise field assessment teams before, during and after each evaluation - Organise and supervise data entry and GIS teams - Analyse data findings and produce relevant reports and other analytical material

Evaluation and monitoring of exogenous variables
Identify, design methodology and implement regular collection of key exogenous variables that influence project outcomes and impact
Supervise dedicated team and analyse findings
Produce relevant reports and other analytical material

Evaluation Cycle Management - Project implementation: - Manage the various phases of evaluation implementation; - Guide the implementation of the evaluation and the methods of follow-up; - Manage evaluation finances, logistics and materials; - Liaise with all internal and external counterparts of the project; - Assess the activities undertaken and ensure efficient use of resources, as provided in the budget; - Project reporting requirements: - Follow the designated timeline of reports to be submitted to project Donors; - Draft narrative reports and contribute to the development of financial reports through regular budgetary follow up; - Ensure adherence to FLAT procedures. More generally, communicate systematically to the relevant Country Director and REACH focal point on evaluation progress and planning.

Ensure Technical Quality and Standards are Observed - Ensure that technical quality and standards are considered during evaluation implementation: - Be in regular contact with the Evaluation Expert on matters of methodology and sampling issues; - Raise questions and report issues that you observe as soon as they arise.

Regular interaction with IMPACT Geneva and ACTED Country Director, including regular reporting, ad hoc consultation and validation of outputs

Project management
Project implementation:
Manage evaluation finances, logistics and materials; Management of all HR dedicated to the project
Assess the activities undertaken and ensure efficient use of resources, as provided in the budget; Ensure adherence to FLAT procedures and regularly link with ACTED's FLAT departments at area and country level
Project reporting requirements:
Follow the designated timeline of reports to be submitted to project Donors and partners;
Draft narrative reports and contribute to the development of financial reports through regular budgetary follow up; More generally, communicate systematically to the relevant Country Director and IMPACT/REACH focal point on evaluation progress and planning.

Guide and direct program staff:
Organise and lead evaluation coordination meetings;
Prepare and follow work plans with each evaluation partner;
Ensure a positive working environment and good team dynamics (solve potential conflicts);
Oversee staff security :
In cooperation with the relevant Security Officer, monitor the local security situation and inform the Country Director or Area Coordinator and Country or Area Security Officer of developments through regular written reports;
Contribute to the updating of the security guidelines in the evaluation area of intervention;
Ensure that security procedures are respected by each member of the evaluation team.

External relations
Prepare and actively participate in project steering committees
Ensure regular linkage with all project partners at all relevant levels
In close relation with ACTED's CD and IMPACT's focal points, disseminate evaluation findings nationally and internationally

IV. Qualifications:

Bachelors degree in relevant discipline. Masters preferred.
At least 3-5 years experience working on evaluations in contexts of humanitarian relief or international development
Experience living and working in difficult, insecure areas preferable
Strong understanding of impact evaluation methodologies
Experience managing a team remotely
Ability to work independently
Strong English communication skills; Arabic a benefit

V. Conditions:

Net monthly Salary according to the internal salary grid of ACTED. benefits include: a 300 USD per month living allowance, coverage of all accommodation, food, and travel costs, a luggage allowance of 50 kg., and the provision of medical, repatriation, and life insurance

How to apply:

VI. Submission of applications:

Please send, in English, your cover letter, CV, and three references  Ref : IEO/SSUD/SA    
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

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Legal Education Expert, Egypt (Pro Bono Legal Specialist), Egypt

Closing Date: Monday, 29 July 2013

The American Bar Association Rule of Law Initiative (ABA ROLI) seeks a Legal Education Expert (LEE) to coordinate technical assistance to law schools, including training and other technical guidance. The LEE will support ABA ROLI's ongoing continuing legal education program for young lawyers by developing a contract drafting course for use in the program. In addition, the LEE will provide technical assistance to an ABA ROLI supported legal clinic affiliated with an Egyptian university. The LEE will work with ABA ROLI's Egypt Country Director. S/he will be based in Cairo, Egypt for 2 months, preferably beginning September 2012.

Minimum 10 years experience as law school administrator, professor, clinical professor, or as a continuing legal education program manager or trainer, as well as at least 3-5 years practical experience in participatory teaching methodologies, curriculum, and course development.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

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Action Against Hunger

Coordinateur Sécurité Alimentaire

Field – Congo, The Democratic Republic of the – Contracted

OBJECTIFS GENERAUX :
En collaboration avec l’équipe de coordination:

Veiller à l’évolution de la situation humanitaire en sécurité alimentaire et moyens d’existence du pays
Contribuer à la définition de la stratégie de programmation et définir des projets
Superviser les programmes et harmoniser les aspects techniques
Encadrer l’équipe sécurité alimentaire et moyens d’existence
Représenter l’organisation auprès des partenaire
Prendre part activement au mécanisme du Pooled Fund (Co-facilitateur du cluster sécurité alimentaire)
Renforcer l’approche intégrée Nut-Food Sec-Wash en développement sur la mission
Capitaliser systématiquement l’ensemble des projets mis en œuvre sous forme de manuels techniques.

OBJECTIFS SPECIFIQUES :

Objectif 1: Veiller à l’évolution de la situation humanitaire en sécurité alimentaire et moyens d’existence du pays.
Activités :

Collecter, analyser et partager (interne/externe) les informations sur la sécurité alimentaire
Appréhender l’impact des conditions de vie sur la population
Participer aux réunions du cluster sécurité alimentaire
Participer à la coordination sécurité alimentaire et à l’IPC
Participer aux activités du Pooled Fund (co-facilitation : sélection technique des projets, stratégie nationale (PAH), etc.)

Objectif 2: Contribuer à la définition de la stratégie de programmation et définir des projets.
Activités: en lien avec les experts techniques et la coordination :

Evaluer les besoins des populations par le biais d’évaluations
Proposer des stratégies d’intervention
Développer les partenariats
Rédiger des propositions de projet et des rapports techniques pour les bailleurs
Garantir une approche transversale des interventions

Objectif 3: Superviser les programmes et harmoniser les aspects techniques.
Activité:

Valider la méthodologie de mise en œuvre des projets
Harmoniser les outils de mise en œuvre et de suivi de projets
Assurer la mise en place d’un système de suivi-évaluation sur chaque nouveau projet
Evaluer la pertinence des interventions en termes d’approche communautaire, de réponse aux besoins et d’un point de vue technique
Analyser les rapports d’activités et réaliser un rapport mensuel d’activités pour la mission
Faire le lien avec les départements log et admin pour la gestion des budgets
S’assurer des respects des plans de travail et du monitoring des indicateurs
Produire, pour chaque projet, un rapport de capitalisation technique par secteur d’activités
Assurer un suivi budgétaire mensuel afin de garantir une gestion efficace des moyens alloués au programme
Réaliser les rapports bailleurs des projets sécurité alimentaire

Objectif 4: Encadrer l’équipe sécurité alimentaire et moyens d’existence
Activités:

Recruter les experts nationaux en sécurité alimentaire, en collaboration avec les RP
Effectuer l’évaluation et la formation des experts techniques
Renforcer la gestion des programmes et des projets
Assurer l’animation et la communication interne des équipes sécurité alimentaire
Organiser et animer les réunions des équipes

Objectif 5: Représenter l’organisation auprès des partenaires.
Activités:

Se coordonner avec les autres acteurs dans le domaine de la sécurité alimentaire : agences de coopération, ONG, institutions locales, administration, etc.
Assurer les relations avec le département sécurité alimentaire de la FAO et PAM
Participer activement aux réunions cluster sécurité alimentaire et inter clusters nationales et provinciales si besoin et à l’IPC
Se connecter avec les services techniques de l’Etat (ministères et directions ministérielles) et leurs principaux partenaires techniques au développement (services de coopérations : GTZ, CTB, BM, etc.)

L’évolution de la mission peut amener cette description de poste à évoluer.

Niveau d’études/ diplôme spécifique/ connaissances spécifiques souhaitées :

Ingénieur agronome ou équivalent
Connaissances approfondies en sécurité alimentaire et programmes de transferts monétaires
Capacité en redaction et representation
Bonnes qualités relationnelles
Expérience en encadrement d’équipe
Intérêt développé pour le terrain
Expérience humanitaire sur le terrain exigée: De préférence avec ACF. Expérience humanitaire à un poste similaire d’au moins un an ou expérience significative en gestion de programme sécurité alimentaire.
FRANCAIS : Parlé, lu, écrit
ANGLAIS : Parlé, lu, écrit

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Action Against Hunger

Nutrition Surveillance Program Manager

Field – Uganda – Contracted

Location: Gulu and Moroto

Duration: 7 months

Objective 1: General management of the nutrition surveillance activities and strategy in close collaboration with DHOs in Northern Uganda/Karamoja and MoH Nutrition Division in Kampala.

Manages and supervises the technical work of the surveillance teams in the field (preparation, implementation, coaching, outputs, and relations with DHOs) and provide adequate, formal and constructive feedback. This technical work includes the integrated running of a surveillance system implemented in Karamoja Region since 2009 and Northern Uganda, Acholi sub-Region, established March 2011.
Ensures technical support of the ACF surveillance teams for the implementation of capacity building activities for the program areas.
Ensures that the technical protocols, manuals, guidelines and forms used in the field are in line with ACF validated technical tools and when available, with national guidelines.
Supports the CMN in lobbying and promoting surveillance methodology guidelines at the national level for adoption as part of the national nutrition information system.
Provides technical support to the field teams and technical updates when available.
Analyzes the program activities and results and proposes improvements and modifications if needed, in collaboration with the CMN and HQ Nutrition Advisor.
Ensures a consistent response and approach to surveillance activities and contextual needs, thus creating credibility of ACF activities.
Supervises the evolution of the programs and re-orients programs if needed, in discussion with the CMN.
Is available for solving problems arising on the field.
During data collection rounds the PM is expected to frequently visits surveillance activities to provide support to the teams.
Work in very close collaboration with CMN in terms of support to assessment or survey needs of the treatment/capacity building program.
Collaborates closely with the CMN to ensure programme activities are disseminated at national and district levels to ensure transparency and understanding of protocols/methodologies and results.

Objective 2: Coordination

Identifies and participates in the nutrition and health meetings with partners in districts of operation (coordinated with assistant PM).
Manages and provides follow-up for the nutrition surveillance project budget, works closely with the administration department.
Produces, validates and follows up procurement requests with the logistics dept for the nutrition surveillance team, maintaining regular communication with the logistics department.
Support the ACF Surveillance team in movements planning for training and data collection rounds, done in conjunction with logistics department.
Participates in the validation process for the final versions of surveillance protocols and MoU’s with authorities, partners and other organizations (DHO, UNICEF, WFP), and ensure their consistency between all the bases. These are often done in collaboration and coordination with CMN.
Collaborates with the other nutritional NGOs, and international Organisations (UNICEF, WFP, FAO) for nutritional surveillance activities.
In collaboration with the Assistant PM coordinates on a regular basis with all relevant partners at local level.
Collects data from formal or informal meetings with other partners to gain a better understanding of the nutrition needs in other areas of the country, and propose actions (assessments, surveys, program implementation) accordingly and in coordination/consultation with CMN
Coordinates regularly with the CMN for nutrition surveillance strategy evolution.

Objective 3: Human Resources

PM supports surveillance team members for all matters concerning human resources for the surveillance department.
Ensures that all surveillance team members are evaluated at least twice a year.
Follows the appropriate human resources procedures and rules for recruitments of surveillance team.

Objective 4: Reporting

Is responsible for the elaboration, in partnership with the CMN, of the program donor reports (proposal, quarterly, final reports), with respect of the formats and deadlines.
Prepares monthly activity reports (compilation of the activities on the base(s) and activity report with a qualitative look at the programs. Internal reports should include the activity progress report (APR) in respect with the mission format.
Participates in the validation process for all documents and reports before dissemination to partners, including supplies orders, surveillance reports, etc. For external dissemination of reports, final validation by HQ and CD.
Prepares qualitative study (surveys, focus groups, etc) as identified necessary and participates in the validation process of the reports.

Objective 5: Communication

The Surveillance PM works daily with the surveillance team, travelling with the team between Gulu and Moroto when surveillance in being conducted.
During data collection rounds the Surveillance PM is expected to meet with teams prior to going into the field and provide de-briefing in the evening to understand and rectify possible problems or constraints identified.
Communicates with the logistics and administration departments in order to have a good follow-up of respective departments (supply requests, stocks, etc. and budget and expense follow ups) and solve problems as they arise.
Communicates with other technical department in ACF (food security & livelihoods – FSL, watsan - WASH) for the information collection, understanding on the nutritional context, and coherence of intervention. Other technical departments should be systematically consulted for any proposal writing for information sharing and analysis of the field situation. Survey/Assessment report which collects WASH or FSL information should be shared with and validated by respective coordinators to ensure integrated formulation and validity of recommendations.
Communicates externally with the other organizations and authorities on a regular basis.

Objective 6: Representation

Represents ACF programs in nutrition/health coordination meetings in districts (Karamoja/Gulu). The definition of the main actors to communicate with can be done with the CMN and CD.
Represents ACF surveillance programs when and if necessary vis-a-vis donors. Such representation will be discussed with the CMN whenever necessary.

Education / Specific Degrees / Special Skills :

Minimum three years experience of nutrition programs at national coordination level (with at least 2 years experience in program implementation). Experience with capacity building of health systems in developing contexts an advantage.
Minimum Bachelor in medical sciences, nursing, or social sciences or equivalent experience in nutrition considered.
Experience in nutrition surveys/surveillance in humanitarian programs
Experience in nutritional data analysis using ENA SMART, MS EXCEL, EPIINFO, SPSS or other data analysis software.
Significant experience in development and recovery project management.
Excellent human resource management skills.
Advanced knowledge of donors’ guidelines/procedures in humanitarian, recovery, and development settings.
Experienced in working with private funding and foundations.
Excellent delegation, organizational, leadership and motivation/training skills.
Strong interpersonal/coordination skills within teams and for good relations with partners and authorities.
Must be disciplined and able to work autonomously and arrive at decisions and conclusions with minimal guidance.
The person must be able to set own deadlines and meet them consistently.
Fluent in English (professional English required). Excellent writing and formatting skills essential.
Humanitarian field experience requested: YES

NO FEE:

AJS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS AND AJS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON BANK ACCOUNTS.

SOME EMPLOYERS MAY ACKNOWLEDGE RECEIPT OF YOUR APPLICATION.