Grade: D2 Contractual Arrangement: Fixed-term appointment Contract Duration (Years Months Days): 2 years Closing Date: Oct 13 2023 23:59 (CET) Primary Location: Switzerland-Geneva Organization: HQ/HFE Health Financing and Economics Schedule: Full-time OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME WHO supports countries to strengthen their health systems to progress towards achieving universal health coverage (UHC) the essence of which is universal access to a strong and resilient people-centered health system with primary care as its foundation. The overall objective of WHO Division of Universal Health Coverage through the Life-Course (UHL) is to provide global policy programme and technical and scientific leadership for universal health coverage and for a primary health care approach to its achievement working in close partnership with WHO regional and country offices and other partners working towards the ultimate goal of an additional one billion people accessing quality health services without experiencing financial hardship. Within the UHL division the department of Health Financing and Economics (HFE) supports the development of health system financing policies and reforms within the context of national health plans and strategies analyzes the costs and cost-effectiveness of alternative options guides the tracking of health expenditures and the measurement of financial protection and provides analysis of the links between the macroeconomic environment health and UHC progress. It provides technical support on the development of appropriate policies and strategies; develops methods tools standards to collect evaluate and introduce relevant information and evidence into policy debate; builds databases and capacity to use this evidence and engages in partnerships with multilateral and bilateral organizations to help develop financing strategies and policies that help countries move closer to universal health coverage (where all people obtain the health services they need without financial hardship linked to paying for services) while concurrently promoting global and national health security and improved population health. DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES * Provides the overall leadership management accountability and direction of the Department of Health Financing and Economics in achieving the agreed outcomes and mandate through managing and galvanizing a diverse workforce while optimizing staff performance and utilization of financial resources and demonstrating credibility trust and value to Member States donors and partners. * Provides leadership compelling vision and policy direction for health system financing arrangements and strategies to enable progress towards universal health coverage and contribute to global and national health security and population health and for the provision and dissemination of the necessary tools information and evidence to support this endeavor in the broader context of WHO's global programs taking into account the activities of other multilateral and bilateral agencies and partners. * Provides leadership and guidance for the Department's work on promoting efficiency both technical and allocative and value for money and guiding their translation into practice to support comprehensive integrated national health plans benefit packages and investment cases and ensure consistency in the application of health economics methodology across the Organization. * Provides leadership and guidance for the Department's work on expenditure tracking and the monitoring of level and distribution of financial hardship arising from out-of-pocket health payments and drives WHO's lead role and ongoing quality improvements in the production of related global databases that serve as global public goods for health financing. * Provides leadership and guidance on the links between the economy and health the macroeconomic environment facing countries and the relationship between health and macroeconomic outcomes such as economic growth. * Provides advice and expertise to Senior Management on issues related to health system financing policy and strategies expenditure tracking priority setting and health technology assessment and costing and their contribution to financial protection and equity in service use (universal health coverage) and the link between the economy and health. * Ensures integration of Regional and Country Office perspectives and operational capacities as well as those of other departments at HQ into a joint WHO work programme and common approach. * Builds and sustains global peer communities and partnerships with major institutional interlocutors such as other UN agencies the World Bank International Monetary Fund and the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development placing WHO within the center of leading policy activity technical support and the creation and dissemination of tools methods and information in health system financing and economics. * Represents the Organization in a diverse array of global fora to position WHO as a leader in the health financing and economics within the global health community. Performs all other related duties as assigned. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Education Essential: * An advanced level university degree (master's level or above) in health financing health economics economics public policy measurement-and-evaluation or related field Desirable: * Ph.D. in one of the above relevant disciplines (health financing health economics economics public policy measurement and evaluation) or in a related area * Formal training in economics and/or health financing or at least 10 years of applied experience in these areas * Training in public health epidemiology or statistical methods Experience Essential: * A minimum of 15 years of extensive professional experience in the management and development of economics and health financing policies and programmes of which at least 7 years at the international level interacting with high-level officials (government multilateral and bilateral agencies) scientists and supporting ministries in assessing health system financing and economics questions and developing policy options Desirable: * Recognized internationally as an expert in health systems financing and economics demonstrated by an excellent publications record * Extensive experience of working in the international system and demonstrated knowledge of working in or with WHO * Experience working with civil society organizations Skills * Expert knowledge of health systems and policy development particularly in health system financing (e.g. health expenditure tracking financial protection public financial management strategic purchasing costing cost-effectiveness health technology assessment and benefit design sustainability and addressing fragmentation) * Deep conceptual understanding of health systems primary health care and the goals of universal health coverage health security and population health improvement * Deep conceptual understanding of the links between the macroeconomy development health and equity * Proven leadership managerial and team building and negotiating abilities * Ability to write clearly and articulately present on a broad range of issues while representing and promoting the Organization * Demonstrated capacity to interact with national and international authorities at a senior level WHO Competencies * Teamwork * Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences * Communication * Driving the Organization's Position in Health Leadership * Building and promoting partnerships across the organization and beyond * Creating an empowering and motivating environment Use of Language Skills Essential: Expert knowledge of English. Desirable: Intermediate knowledge of French. For more details on the requirements remuneration and additional information please visit: https://careers.who.int/careersection/ex/jobdetail.ftl?job=2306323&tz=GMT%2B02%3A00&tzname=Europe%2FBudapest


Oxfam is a global movement of people working together to end the injustice of poverty. * Do you have experience in national and regional climate change and agricultural livelihood policies strategies programmes development approaches ? * Do you have experience in market-based initiatives working in agricultural commodities value chain development ? * Do you have experience Relevant 7-10 years of experience preferably in an international NGO out of which 3-5 years should be supervisory/managerial experience ? If the answer is yes then we would like to hear from you. The Role: The Livelihood Food Systems and Climate Change Coordinator play a major role in the management and coordination role of relevant stakeholders to ensure the smooth running of Livelihood Food Systems and Climate Change projects/programmes. The job holder is responsible for ensuring the schedule budget and details of a given tasks are well organized. In addition s/he organize reporting plan meetings and provide updates to the Urban Development and Youth Empowerment Programme Manager. This task also involves facilitating monitoring project plans schedules work hours budgets and expenditures organizing and participating in stakeholder meetings and ensuring that project deadlines are met in a timely manner. Based on this s/he communicates with various departments to keep everyone on board. By closely working with the program Manager the job holder provides overall programme guidance and support to projects’ implementing partners/consortium members in the project areas where the programme is operating. Key Responsibilities Oxfam is looking for: Project Management and Coordination * Accountable for the timely accomplishment of project activities as per the plan and agreements entered with the donors government offices and other actors. * Coordinate planning and managing all resources required in delivering the project/s managed using Oxfam project management system – OPAL. * Coordinate stakeholders/consortium members for joint planning monitoring and evaluation for quality deliverables. * Make sure the project implementation team formed from partners run smoothly with spirit of teamwork. Project Monitoring Evaluation and Learning * Coordinate the implementation of Livelihood Food Systems and Climate Change related project activities and providing support to projects with development initiatives under other programs. * Coordinate learning and documentation from Livelihood Food Systems Climate Change projects develop learning materials identify key gaps and priorities conduct consultative meeting with internal staff and key stakeholders. * Support the program team in developing crosscutting ideas between food system gender justice governance urban and youth focused projects. * Facilitate the regular monitoring reporting data gathering and other necessary information related to Livelihood Food System/ Clime Change Projects in collaboration with MEAL and program teams. Fundraising * As part of the sustainable food and climate change focus of the programme support in the design of new concepts projects and ideas to meet Oxfam OCS 2021-2030. * Facilitate fundraising activities for the program in-collaboration with funding team. * Be a member of Oxfam’s team participating in appropriate staff meetings planning sessions and on-going liaising as needed for any fundraising efforts and programme profiling Project Financial Management * Identify risks of projects and control them by taking action and regular monitoring * Conduct project risk analysis and ensure that effective mitigation measures are in place. * Manage and work with finance team in reviewing the monthly BVA of the projects s/he manages * Ensure timely preparation and sharing of donor narrative and financial reports reports to government Agency for Civil Society as needed. What we are looking for: We’re looking for a candidate who cares about Oxfam's mission to end poverty and is personally aligned to our feminist principles and values of empowerment accountability and inclusion in all you do. The job holder is responsible for ensuring the schedule budget and details of a given tasks are well organized. In addition s/he organize reporting plan meetings and provide updates to the Urban Development and Youth Empowerment Programme Manager. This task also involves facilitating monitoring project plans schedules work hours budgets and expenditures organizing and participating in stakeholder meetings and ensuring that project deadlines are met in a timely manner. Based on this s/he communicates with various departments to keep everyone on board. By closely working with the program Manager An ideal candidate for the role will also be / have: * Second degree in Climate and Environmental Science Rural Development Food Security/Livelihood Natural Resource Management from a recognised university/college. MA in Project Management has added value * Relevant 7-10 years of experience preferably in an international NGO out of which 3-5 years should be supervisory/managerial experience * Experience in coordinating wide range of partners (donors government community representatives and private sector) * Good knowledge and understanding of national and regional climate change and agricultural livelihood policies strategies programmes development approaches and guidelines * Experience in market-based initiatives working in agricultural commodities value chain development community economic empowerment and technical expertise in agricultural extension * Analytical and strategic planning skills including experience in project implementation and monitoring and working in partnership with other organizations * Good written and spoken English with excellent report and proposal writing skills and experience and knowledge of local language * Good computer skills (MS-word MS-Excel MS-Power Point and use of Email and Internet). * Ability to travel to project areas on a regular basis * Good knowledge of project level financial management and reporting requirements * Good knowledge and experience in promoting gender equality in the programme areas. We offer: We offer a competitive salary and a range of additional benefits to staff including flexible working options generous pension scheme annual leave additional leave allowances company sick pay life assurance and a range of other benefits. From the day you join Oxfam we invite you to stretch and learn in your role. Our wide range of Learning & Development opportunities includes in-house courses e-learning modules on-the job learning opportunities coaching and mentoring and much more. You can read more about all Oxfam has to offer here. Flexfam We believe flexible working is key to building the Oxfam of the future so we’re open to talking through the type of flexible arrangements which might work for you. We believe flexible working is key to building the Oxfam of the future so we’re open to talking through the type of flexible arrangements which might work for you. This is a full-time role; however Oxfam offers various flexible arrangements which candidates can discuss with the Recruiting Manager at the interview stage. How To Apply As part of your online application please upload your up to date CV and Cover Letter explaining your suitability against the essential criteria in the job profile. Apply Using The Following Link https://jobs.oxfam.org.uk/vacancy/19971/description/ or https://jobs.oxfam.org.uk/internal/vacancy/19971/description Deadline : 15 September 2023 Our values and commitment to safeguarding Oxfam is committed to preventing any type of unwanted behaviour at work including sexual harassment exploitation and abuse lack of integrity and financial misconduct; and committed to promoting the welfare of children young people adults and beneficiaries with whom Oxfam GB engages. Oxfam expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment through our code of conduct. We place a high priority on ensuring that only those who share and demonstrate our values are recruited to work for us. The post holder will undertake the appropriate level of training and is responsible for ensuring that they understand and work within the safeguarding policies of the organisation. All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks which can include criminal records and terrorism finance checks. Oxfam GB also participates in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme . In line with this Scheme we will request information from job applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application the job applicant confirms his/her understanding of these recruitment procedures. We are committed to ensuring diversity and gender equality within our organisation and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply. About Us Oxfam is a global community who believe poverty isn’t inevitable. It’s an injustice that can be overcome. We are shop volunteers women’s right activists marathon runners aid workers coffee farmers street fundraisers goat herders policy experts campaigners water engineers and more. And we won’t stop until everyone can live life without poverty for good. Oxfam GB is a member of international confederation of 21 organisations working together with partners and local communities in the areas of humanitarian development and campaigning in more than 90 countries. A Thriving Diverse Oxfam It’s people power that brings about change. To play our part as a global organisation working to overcome poverty and inequality we need equality diversity and inclusion across our community of staff partners and volunteers. Together we’re committed to becoming a more diverse workforce better able to tackle the global challenges that face our world today. To Do That * We need to dismantle the unequal power structures that exist everywhere this including Oxfam and the wider development and charity sectors. * We need an inclusive Oxfam where everyone can bring who they are to our work and feels celebrated for the differences they bring. * We want and need everyone and that means we need you.


Qualified women and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. WFP celebrates and embraces diversity. It is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all its employees and encourages qualified candidates to apply irrespective of race colour national origin ethnic or social background genetic information gender gender identity and/or expression sexual orientation religion or belief HIV status or disability. ABOUT THE INTERNSHIP * Title of Post: Internship in Service Desk * Unit: Technology Division (TEC) * Duty Station: Goma Democratic Republic of Congo * Duration of internship: 6 months * Number of positions: 1 * Closing date: 20/09/2023 ABOUT THE WFP The United Nations World Food Programme is the world's largest humanitarian agency fighting hunger worldwide. The mission of WFP is to help the world achieve Zero Hunger in our lifetimes. Every day WFP works worldwide to ensure that no child goes to bed hungry and that the poorest and most vulnerable particularly women and children can access the nutritious food they need. ORGANISATIONAL CONTEXT With 27.3 million highly food-insecure people DRC is the largest food security crisis in the world in absolute numbers. The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has the highest estimated number of food-insecure people worldwide with 27.3 million people who are food insecure between February and July 2021 representing about 28% of analysed population. Of this figure 20.5 million people are facing “crisis” levels (IPC Phase 3) and 6.7 million people are facing “emergency” levels (IPC Phase 4) of food insecurity. An additional 41 million people are in a “stressed” state with high risk of slipping into food insecurity. Humanitarian actors continue their assistance operations despite the difficulties of access and insecurity in several provinces of the country; following the crisis in the East WFP has scaled up its operation in 2022 despite funding challenges. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Under the supervision of the IT Officer the incumbent is responsible for: 1 Service desk User & Field Supports * Based on orientation received record all calls from Users and assist to deal with simple requests and complaints. * Participate in the initial assessment of all Incidents and user support. Learn and contribute: * to make the requests for granting access to IT services and issuance of IT equipment by ensuring the IT Service Request Form is properly completed by the requester and that it is duly approved. * to Process termination of IT services for reassigning or separating staff by ensuring that the Separation Form is properly completed. * to Produce Weekly Monthly and Yearly management reports on IT support activities. 2 Telecoms Lean and contribute: * To monitor countrywide HF and VHF radio network. * Installation of Thuraya Iridium and BGAN in WFP radio room. * Programation of radio handset. * Setup of phone fixe in WFP Office. Participate on: * Maintenance of Telecoms equipment. * Inventory of Telecom equipment in the Office. * User support. QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE EDUCATION: * Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate programme from a recognized university OR recently graduated from an undergraduate or graduate programme (within six months prior to the application to the internship programme) from a recognized university. * University course attendance in the past 12 months. * University course relating to technology Information’s studies or equivalent studies. KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS: Proficiency in MS Office (Word Excel Power Point outlook etc.). WORKING LANGUAGES: Fluency in French and English (proficiency/level B) is required. TRAINING COMPONENTS Throughout their assignment WFP interns have access to an industry leading learning platform weLearn. Depending on opportunities and availability of funds he/she may participate in WFP workshops or seminars as appropriate. LEARNING ELEMENTS At the end of the period of internship the Intern should have gained solid hands-on experience in all aspects of Information technology and could serve as technician to support users as well in IT and Telecommunications fields. TERMS AND CONDITIONS * Interns receive a monthly stipend from WFP up to the maximum amount of US$1000 per month depending on the duty station of assignment. * WFP is not responsible for living expenses arrangements for accommodation necessary visas and related costs. * WFP will recognize candidates’ educational credentials from recognised institutions that have been certified by competent international or national authorities such as the United Nations Educational Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) or Ministries of Education. * Candidates who bear any of the following relations to WFP staff members are not eligible to apply sons daughters brothers or sisters. Different expectations of behavior are defined depending on your grade and role/responsibilities within WFP. All employment decisions are made on the basis of organizational needs job requirements merit and individual qualifications. WFP is committed to providing an inclusive work environment free of sexual exploitation and abuse all forms of discrimination any kind of harassment sexual harassment and abuse of authority. Therefore all selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks. No appointment under any kind of contract will be offered to members of the UN Advisory Committee on Administrative and Budgetary Questions (ACABQ) International Civil Service Commission (ICSC) FAO Finance Committee WFP External Auditor WFP Audit Committee Joint Inspection Unit (JIU) and other similar bodies within the United Nations system with oversight responsibilities over WFP both during their service and within three years of ceasing that service. 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The United Nations World Food Programme is the world's largest humanitarian agency fighting hunger worldwide. The mission of WFP is to help the world achieve Zero Hunger in our lifetimes. Every day WFP works worldwide to ensure that no child goes to bed hungry and that the poorest and most vulnerable particularly women and children can access the nutritious food they need In emergencies WFP gets food to where it is needed saving the lives of victims of war civil conflict and natural disasters. After an emergency WFP uses food to help communities rebuild their shattered lives. On average WFP reaches more than 100 million people with food assistance in 88 countries each year. The organization has a global footprint deep field presence and local knowledge and relationships necessary to provide access to nutritious food and contribute to the lasting solutions especially in many of the world’s most remote and fragile areas. WHY WORK AT WFP SAVING & CHANGING LIVES ❤ Make a difference and the world will notice. We are driven by our mission to fight world hunger and feed people’s dreams of a brighter future. GLOBAL COMMUNITY 🌍 Build bridges that unite people across the world. Being part of a global diverse and multicultural community like WFP will continuously expose you to new ideas and perspectives. How we deliver our mission in a deep respect for personal and cultural differences and close collaboration between every member of our global team will certainly enrich your experience and knowledge on so many levels. UNLIMITED POSSIBILITIES 💡 Unlock possibilities you never thought you'd find. WFP goes anywhere it is needed and does whatever it takes to get the job done. LIFE-CHANGING EXPERIENCE ⭐ Reach beyond yourself and discover your true potential. WFP offers the kind of life-changing experiences you’re unlikely to find in many other organizations. Join us to make a difference Watch this video to learn more about WFP; the 2020 NOBEL PEACE PRIZE LAUREATE!! Link: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/world-food-programme_thankyou-nobelpeaceprize-activity-6721012515532234752-RRa6/ Follow @WFP_Careers on Twitter WHAT WE OFFER Unique experience You will learn about WFP and its culture through real-life work experience a field visit to one of the WFP sites in Egypt and exposure to various job roles. We will provide you with relevant soft skills on-the-job training and feedback to kick-start your professional career. Through this experience you will develop new skills and make new connections that very well might provide professional references for you someday. Clear responsibilities as of day 1: You will have clear job responsibilities and live the experience of being a WFP employee. Continuous mentoring and coaching: You will work with professional teams and receive formal training and ongoing coaching. Networking opportunities: You will get the chance to enrich your skills and work with people from 30+ nationalities. JOB PURPOSE: WFP’s greatest strength is its dedicated people working tirelessly around the world to reduce hunger often under difficult conditions where security threats and risks to personal safety are considerable. The organization is committed to transforming the HR function into a strategic business partner. To achieve this new HR initiatives have been launched and WFP is searching for outstanding Interns to join the team and contribute to these exciting HR projects. As part of the HR team the interns will contribute and assist in developing and coordinating world-class programs and solutions in diversified HR areas like employer branding HR operations onboarding gender parity people development reward and recognition among others. STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education: University student preferably in Human Resources Management or/and with a great interest in Human Resources practices. (currently studying or graduated in the last 6 months) Minimum Qualifications: Currently enrolled and have attended University courses in the last 12 months inclusive of having completed at least two years of undergraduate studies or have recently graduated in the last 6 months preferably in Human Resources Management or/and with a great interest for Human Resources practices. Proficiency in MS Office (Word Excel PowerPoint). Fluent in English and ideally in an additional UN language OTHER SPECIFIC JOB REQUIREMENTS Additional Preferred Qualifications: * Desire to learn about and develop key skills in the field of HR and more specifically in HR projects and HR processes. * Flexible work style and approach based on client needs. * Ability to effectively collaborate with people from different backgrounds * Team player and problem solver. * Strong analytical written and verbal communication skills; high attention to detail. * Ability to think plan and execute multiple projects simultaneously in an organized way. * Technology savvy; ability to think out-of-the-box and to come up with innovative ideas. * Good knowledge of Microsoft Office package particularly of Excel and PowerPoint. * Fluent in oral and written English and ideally in an additional UN language. * KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive) * Support with the administration of day-to-day HR team operations like responding to staff members’ queries running HR processes and maintaining and updating internal information websites. * Assist in the design and development of diverse new HR projects in the field of employer branding university relationships onboarding learning and development programs talent management and others. * Support the HR team members in implementing HR solutions helping and tracking project progress according to the timeline. * Coordinate and assist with the planning and execution of HR programs and events. * In support of the HR team track and report the HR activities of the team. Conduct data analyses to measure the effectiveness of HR operations and solutions and suggest some process efficiencies. * Help communicate learning information to stakeholders external vendors and/or client groups. * Other tasks and duties are based on the operational requirements and interests of the selected candidate. TERMS AND CONDITIONS Interns receive a monthly stipend from WFP depending on the duty station of assignment. WFP is not responsible for living expenses arrangements for accommodation necessary visas and related costs. Depending on the duty station of assignment WFP will reimburse travel tickets for candidates who are nationals of developing countries and are pursuing their studies in their home country. WFP will recognize candidates’ educational credentials from recognized institutions that have been certified by competent international or national authorities such as the United Nations Educational Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) or Ministries of Education; DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS JOB TITLE: HR Intern (4 OPENINGS). 4 vacancies in the Regional Office Cairo. TYPE AND LEVEL OF CONTRACT: Intern UNIT/DIVISION: HR DUTY STATION: Cairo Egypt DURATION & START DATE: 8 months DEADLINE TO APPLY: 18 September 2023 WFP celebrates and embraces diversity. It is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all its employees and encourages qualified candidates to apply irrespective of race color national origin ethnic or social background genetic information gender gender identity and/or expression sexual orientation religion or belief HIV status or disability. Qualified Female candidates and Individuals with disabilities are especially encouraged to apply. WFP is committed to an accessible inclusive recruitment process. Please contact us at global.inclusion@wfp.org to advise us of any disability-related reasonable accommodation or accessibility requests you may have. A member of the reasonable accommodation team will contact you to confidentially discuss your needs. This email is only to be used for any disability-related accessibility requirements and not for sending the application itself. Due to the volume of applications any applications or CVs sent through this email address will not be considered as a formal application and will not receive a reply from WFP. WFP has a zero-tolerance approach to conduct such as fraud sexual exploitation and abuse sexual harassment abuse of authority and discrimination. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to WFP’s standards of conduct and will therefore undergo rigorous background verification internally or through third parties. Selected candidates will also be required to provide additional information as part of the verification exercise. Misrepresentation of information provided during the recruitment process may lead to disqualification or termination of employment. WFP will not request payment at any stage of the recruitment process including at the offer stage. Any requests for payment should be refused and reported to local law enforcement authorities for appropriate action. No appointment under any kind of contract will be offered to members of the UN Advisory Committee on Administrative and Budgetary Questions (ACABQ) International Civil Service Commission (ICSC) FAO Finance Committee WFP External Auditor WFP Audit Committee Joint Inspection Unit (JIU) and other similar bodies within the United Nations system with oversight responsibilities over WFP both during their service and within three years of ceasing that service.


Summary You are encouraged to read the entire announcement before you submit your application package. Your application may not receive full consideration if you do not follow the instructions as outlined. This U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) position is within the Bureau for Foreign Assistance (FA) which is co-located with the Department of State's Office of Foreign Assistance (F) in the Harry S Truman Building 2201 C St NW Washington DC 20520. Learn more about this agency Help Duties * Responsible for the development oversight and evaluation of foreign assistance strategies as well as the associated funding requirements for assigned countries or functional issues to achieve program objectives. * Provides outreach and coordination with other major players in the foreign assistance arena including Congress other Federal agencies donors and Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs). * Participates in and supports broader functions such as strategic budgeting guidance preparation the development of a 5-year plan and overall foreign assistance policy. * Provides expert guidance in the resolution of complex problems or issues impacting programs. Oversees the analysis of foreign assistance programs identifies trends and monitors progress towards targets. * Serves as a technical expert providing advice and guidance in areas that require extensive interpretation for many different and unrelated program processes and methods. * Research review and interpret guidance requiring extensive interpretation for program processes and methods such as interpretations of original legislative intent and advice on revisions to existing policies and programs to meet requirements. Help Requirements Conditions of Employment * United States Citizenship is required. * Relevant experience (see Qualifications below). * Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret Security clearance. * Time in grade must be met by the closing date of the vacancy announcement. * Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered with the Selective Service. * You may be required to serve a one year probationary period. Qualifications ALL QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS MUST BE MET BY THE CLOSING DATE OF THIS ANNOUNCEMENT. Your resume must include detailed information as it relates to the responsibilities and specialized experience for this position. Evidence of copying and pasting directly from the vacancy announcement without clearly documenting supplemental information to describe your experience will result in an ineligible rating. This will prevent you from receiving further consideration. Specialized Experience: GS-13: You must have one year of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to the GS-12 level in the Federal service. One year of experience refers to full-time work; part-time work is considered on a prorated basis. Examples of qualifying specialized experience at the next lower level for this position includes: (a) Managing agency or organization discussions by coordinating flows of information and deconflicting divergent points of view as needed; (b) working with budget tables or data systems such as EXCEL spreadsheets; (c) coordinating with senior managers to recommend or justify options for foreign assistance; AND (d) applying analytical skills to identify and advise on programs and budget decisions. GS-14: You must have one year of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to the GS-13 grade level in the Federal service. One year of specialized experience refers to full-time work; we consider a part-time job on a prorated basis. Examples of qualifying specialized experience at the next lower level for this position includes: (a) Working with budget tables or data systems such as EXCEL spreadsheets; (b) coordinating with senior managers to recommend or justify options for foreign assistance; (c) applying analytical skills to identify and advise on programs and budget decisions; AND (d) preparing analyses to provide guidance solicit information defend proposals and negotiate agreements. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g. Peace Corps AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g. professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community student social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies knowledge and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience relevant to the position's duties to be filled including volunteer experience. CTAP/ICTAP candidates will be referred to the selecting official if they are found well qualified. Well-qualified means an eligible employee who possesses the knowledge skills and abilities that clearly exceed the position's minimum requirements. A well-qualified employee must meet the qualification and eligibility requirements of the position including any medical qualifications suitability and minimum education and experience requirements meet all selective factors (where applicable); meet quality ranking factors and are assigned a score of 85 or higher; be physically qualified with reasonable accommodation to perform the essential duties of the position; meet any special qualifying U.S. OPM-approved conditions; AND be able to satisfactorily perform the duties of the position upon entry without additional training. A well-qualified candidate will not necessarily meet the definition of highly or best qualified when evaluated against other candidates who apply for a particular position. Selecting officials will document the job-related reason(s) for qualification determinations in the absence of selective and quality ranking factors. Education This position does not have a positive education requirement. Therefore no transcripts are required. Additional information Time-in-grade requirements must be met by the closing date. This means that you must have served at least 52 weeks at the next grade level (or equivalent) below the grade advertised on this vacancy announcement. USAID is an independent Federal Government agency that receives overall foreign policy guidance from the Secretary of State. With headquarters in the District of Columbia we operate in more than 100 countries worldwide playing an active and critical role in the promotion of U.S. foreign policy interests. When crisis strikes when rights are repressed when hunger disease and poverty rob people of opportunity USAID acts on behalf of the American people to help expand the reach of prosperity and dignity to the world's most vulnerable people. USAID employees and contractors must commit to maintaining a workplace free of sexual misconduct including harassment exploitation and abuse and adhere to USAID's Counter-Trafficking in Persons Code of Conduct. For information on the effort to counter all forms of human trafficking including the procurement of commercial sex acts and the use of forced labor visit http://www.state.gov/g/tip. For more information about USAID visit http://www.usaid.gov. This announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies. These are Testing Designated Positions (TDP's) under the Agency's approved Drug-Free Work Place Program. All applicants selected for this position will be subject to random drug testing once they begin working for the Agency. Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer is required. Moving and relocation expenses are not authorized. Mythbuster on Federal Hiring Policies: https://hru.gov/Studio_Recruitment/tools/Mythbuster_on_Federal_Hiring_Policies.pdf. EEO Policy: EEO Policy Statement. Veterans' Information: Veterans Information. Telework: https://www.telework.gov/. Selective Service Registration: http://www.sss.gov/. Reasonable Accommodation Policy: USAID is committed to equal employment opportunity; therefore reasonable accommodations are available to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you need an accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process please notify the Reasonable Accommodation Division in the Office of Civil Rights at reasonableaccommodations@usaid.gov. Reasonable accommodation decisions are made on a case-by-case basis. To learn more about the Reasonable Accommodation Division please visit our website at: https://www.usaid.gov/careers/reasonableaccommodations. Read more * Help A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits. Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered. Bureau for Foreign Assistance 1300 Pennsylvania Ave NW Washington DC 20523 US


Job Description Job Purpose and Organizational Context The Ethiopian National Dialogue Commission (ENDC) was officially established through Proclamation (No. 1265/2021) that was passed by the House of People’s Representatives in February 2022. The Commission is established to independently lead coordinate and broker efforts aimed towards an inclusive and participatory national dialogue. Eleven Commissioners were nominated through an open process to lead the process for 3 years. Since its official establishment the ENDC through its commissioners and the Secretariate has been engaged in preparatory activities needed to discharge its mandate by accomplishing the above-mentioned tasks. The major ones include the establishment of its Secretariat – a critical entity that would provide the much-needed operational and logistical support to the work of the Commission; developing the dialogue model/method conducting different level preliminary consultations with representatives of various segments of the society (Women Youth CSOs Political Parties etc) clarify on issues and solicit support and cooperation to launch the much needed genuine and inclusive national dialogue; and the deployment of experts to conduct the national dialogue and other operational activities. To discharge its mandate the ENDC requires significant technical and financial support. The Government of Ethiopia (GoE) requested UNDP to provide support as well as undertake resource mobilization and fund management services to the ENDC. A response to the GoE request was then sealed through the Support to an Inclusive and Effective National Dialogue Process in Ethiopia Project. UNDP’s support to the ENDC has been technical and financial. Major one being the establishment of the project Trust Fund to facilitate the fund mobilization and management activities on behalf of ENDC. Development partners have started to provide financial contribution through the trust fund that is established by UNDP. The day-to-day programme financial and administrative management of activities are also increasing given the extent of the work that is coming along with the fund. It is in this context UNDP Ethiopia CO is looking for a qualified Finance Officer to ensure effective implementation of the day-to-day financial management budget administration and reporting activities of the “Support to an Inclusive and Effective National Dialogue Process in Ethiopia” project in line with the overall principles of Financial Management agreed requirements of donors and UNDP internal procedures rules and regulations The Finance Officer is expected to support the smooth and coordinated implementation of the project through coordinated planning of activities follow-up of implementation and timely financial reporting to UNDP and donors. The incumbent will be embedded within the Democratic Governance and Peacebuilding Unit of UNDP and will be accountable to the Head of the unit. Scope of Work The Finance Officer is expected to closely work with the team working on the Support to National Dialogue Project within UNDP as well as with relevant team members at the ENDC. He/she is expected to ensure the provision of high-quality support for the overall financial management activities. Duties And Responsibilities Provide NEX Advance/ Grant Management Support: * Produce a monthly summary report on the budget against the AWP for review by the Project Officer and concerned. * Monitor and track project expenditures against the approved budget. * Provide financial information on Implementing Partners for audit purposes. Project Planning & Budgeting * Prepare and maintain the project budget in collaboration with the project team and partners. * Provide forecast cash flow needs to UNDP Finance and manage project funds accordingly. * Assist the Project Officer in identifying and addressing any financial deficiency and issues if any. * Guide Implementing Partners in preparing budgets which are compliant with UNDP’s financial rules and regulations. * Ensure proper documentation and filing of Implementing Partner documents (forms signed contracts workplans budgets grants assessment reports M&E frameworks correspondences etc.) Provide Financial Management Support * Prepare accurate and timely financial reports based in compliance with donor requirements and UNDP organizational standards. * Analyze financial data to identify trends areas of improvement and potential challenges. * Provide the project team with regular financial updates and insights to inform decision-making. * Perform regular monitoring of the project budget/delivery and review for correctness and alert Finance for any deficiency wrong entry insufficient fund etc. before quarterly financial closures by UNDP HQ; * Regularly monitor and track disbursements/advances to Implementing Partner on a monthly basis. * Review NEX advance requests/Direct Payment/Reimbursements sent from the RP for compliance with the standard template accuracy of amounts/exchange rates etc. in collaboration with the M&E Officer and the Project Manager and provide technical advice to the IP. * Jointly with PDRM Unit undertake regular spot checks as per HACT guidelines to ensure that all expenditure/payments by Implementing Partners is adequately documented and adheres to established guidelines. * Generate Quarterly and Annual financial reports for the UNDP CO review and assist in their analysis. * In liaison with the Project Manager UNDP Operations Managers and PDRM Unit assist in coordinating in provision of information and documents for project’s audits/ verifications as and when appropriate. * Provide regular budget/resource/Delivery updates to the Unit when requested. * Ensure adequate supporting documents for all payments as per the POPPs and maintain an organized well documented and sequential filing system for finance records and documents. * Produce a monthly summary spreadsheet per Implementing Partner on the financial status of the project for review by the CO. * Ensure that LOA for Support to NEX is prepared/Updated and sent to Min. of Finance and uploaded in the HACT share drive. General Administrative Support * Handel and follow-up procurement of services and goods in consultation with the project team procurement and operations team and the DGPU Team Leader. * Critically follow up on the proper Transfer of Title inventory and Registration of Capital Assets procured for the IP using the UNDP’s POPPs guidelines. * Ensure that Implementing Partner adheres to the UNDP’s standards of procurement when Support to NEX is preferred. * Facilitate in the Travel inland and outside of Ethiopia for the IP and Team Leader as deemed necessary. * Facilitate in the logistics for workshop/meetings/Seminar etc. as and when required. Ensure Integrated Programme Implementation & Capacity Building * Contributing to project work planning and reporting exercises participating in the process to collect inputs from various teams (programme operations country offices) and consolidate them into a holistic plan. * Identifying synergies and collaborative areas of work between the programme and operations teams to maximize the project’s overall impact working together with the Project Manager. * Collects and provides necessary data statistics and information to support integrated work planning and reporting. * Guide/share knowledge and information with Implementing Partners on acceptable accounting principles and procedures. Other Responsibilities * Carry out other responsibilities as assigned by the Supervisor. Institutional Arrangement The Finance Officer will be directly accountable to UNDP Team Leader-Democratic Governance and Peacebuilding Unit. Competencies * Achieve Results: LEVEL 2: Scale up solutions and simplifies processes balances speed and accuracy in doing work * Think Innovatively: LEVEL 2: Offer new ideas/open to new approaches demonstrate systemic/integrated thinking * Learn Continuously: LEVEL 2: Go outside comfort zone learn from others and support their learning * Adapt with Agility: LEVEL 2: Adapt processes/approaches to new situations involve others in change process * Act with Determination: LEVEL 2: Able to persevere and deal with multiple sources of pressure simultaneously * Engage and Partner: LEVEL 2: Is facilitator/integrator bring people together build/maintain coalitions/partnerships * Enable Diversity and Inclusion: LEVEL 2: Facilitate conversations to bridge differences considers in decision making Cross-Functional & Technical competencies Business Management – Project Management: Ability to plan organize priority and control resources procedures and protocols to achieve specific goals. Business Management – Communication: Ability to communicate in a clear concise and unambiguous manner both through written and verbal communication; to tailor messages and choose communication methods depending on the audience. Ability to manage communications internally and externally through media social media and other appropriate channels Business Management – Resource Management: Ability to allocate and use resources in a strategic or tactical way in line with principles of accountability and integrity Administration & Operations – Finance Budget management: Ability to support budgetary aspects of work planning process drawing and management of team budgets Administration & Operations – Documents and records management: overall document (hard or electronic) management; registry and retention policy including storing and archiving. Administration and Operations – Finance Financial reporting and analysis: understands changes in regulatory legal and ethical frameworks and standards for financial reporting in the public sector. Ability to extract evaluate financial data derive relevant findings and present them in a meaningful and coherent manner to facilitate effective decision making and performance monitoring. Understands the benefits of integrated reporting including non-financial resources such as human social and intellectual capital and environmental and governance performance. Audit & Investigation – Financial and Managerial Accounting and Finance key concepts: key concepts and principles of financial accounting interpret financial analysis managerial accounting etc. Education Required Skills and Experience * Bachelor’s degree or master’s in accounting Finance Management or related filed. 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Overview O/A Specialist in Gender-Based Violence Sexual Exploitation and Harassment (VBG/EAS) for the IFRDP and SATCP projects focuses on the strategic planning implementation and monitoring of measures to prevent and respond to risks related to sexual exploitation abuse and harassment that may be exacerbated or initiated by the operations of the Integrated Rural Road Development Project (IFRDP) and the Southern Africa Connectivity and Trade Project (SATCP). It will work closely with project stakeholders contractors and communities to ensure a survivor-centred referral and counter-referral approach to support services efficiently and safely. The position requires a comprehensive understanding of social dynamics and local context good relations with GBV response service providers and actors in the multisectoral mechanism of the site where the project will be implemented. In addition to having expertise in issues of gender-based violence this must have effective coordination and communication skills Responsibilities * Participate in the preparation of project initiation reports that outline the strategic approach to prevent mitigate and respond to the risks sexual exploitation abuse and harassment in projects considering the ecological model local context  results of the risk assessment and project documents such as the C-ESMP's and project codes of conduct. * Conduct formative research and prepare baseline report and risk assessment of VBG related to project implementation including mapping and evaluation of response and support services and referrals at project implementation sites. * Supports the development of the overall action plan for both projects detailing preventive and risk response measures related to the project and aligned with the World Bank's Good Practices Note C-ESMP's. * Create implement and supervise monthly training and awareness plans for contractors and subcontractors affected communities and construction workers and Project Implementation Units (PIUs) about the risks of GBV/EAS and mitigation strategies. * Implement the Stakeholder Engagement Plan (EIPP) and organize an induction training on GBV/EAS risks and mitigation measures for PIUs and other relevant stakeholders. * Implement project complaints and complaints management mechanism and management of project-related incidents respecting the victim/survivor-centered approach. * Support health facility service providers and other multisectoral services with victim-centered care training and procedures to improve the accessibility and availability of health care providers in the project area. * Review improve and enhance the C-ESMP in collaboration with contractors and enforcement staff (including a General Action Plan of both projects) and ensure accountability mechanisms for cases of code of conduct violations in support of the ANE. * Conduct and support technical audits and compliance with C-ESMP's at project implementation sites that include fronts and works and camps to ensure proper signage supervisory measures and prohibition of GBV/EAS. * Conduct and support public consultations focus groups and document significant changes resulting from the impact of the project on stakeholders and include the feed back in the instruments and design of key project interventions. * Conduct reinforcement training for PIUs on GBV risks and risk management including supervision of mitigation measures. * Develop monthly reports that express the results achieved and progress of all activities during the implementation of the project * Document procedures and key interventions of the project and guide their implementation in the social perspective; * Plan implement and monitor the implementation of community activities in response to violence and sexual exploitation in collaboration with community liaison committees in the areas affected by the project; * Propose mechanisms for collaboration with civil society and community actors to strengthen the response; * Update and optimize the referral and handling system for cases of violence in collaboration with the community committees linking to the road development project. * Coordinate community meetings and updates related to the implementation of the Required Qualifications project * Bachelor's or postgraduate degree in sociology health community development or other relevant area. * At least 5 years of experience in collaborating with government institutions working in the area of response to gender-based violence sexual violence/sexual exploitation. * At least 5 years of proven experience in the area of GBV and Gender in the context of development. * Work experience in areas of extractive industry influence and conflict is an advantage; * Ability to communicate in Portuguese and verbal and written English. * Domain of mobile devices (smartphone tablets). * Excellent communication coordination and teamwork skills. * Skills to multitask and effectively manage pressure situations; * Ability to work with autonomy and responsibility; * Immediate availability Jhpiego offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive employee benefits package. Please apply at www.jobs-jhpiego.icims.com Applicants must submit a single document for upload that includes: cover letter resume references and salary history. For more information about Jhpiego please visit our website at www.jhpiego.org Note: The candidate selected for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background investigation. Jhpiego is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer


Project Overview And Role Primary Duties and Responsibilities: ESG Research Advisor Mobilising Finance for Forests – Learning Convening & Influencing Platform About Palladium Palladium is a global impact-driven company working to design develop and deliver positive impact on the lives and livelihoods of people around the globe; broaden access to health water power and infrastructure; build enduring sustainable and transformative institutions and market systems to address global challenges; and conserve the natural world. We operate in over 90 countries and have a workforce of 4000 talented motivated and diverse staff of all religions races languages and gender identities. Climate Environment & Natural Resources is an important and growing focus area of Palladium and we have a robust track record delivering programmes to support the transition to net-zero economies; protect and restore nature; and create sustainable livelihoods for communities. Programmes include Partnerships for Forests UK PACT and the Mobilising Finance for Forests Learning Convening & Influencing Platform. For more information on Palladium’s global impact please read our 2022 Impact Report on the Palladium website. Project Overview And Role The Learning Convening and Influencing Platform (LCIP) is an important programme in the Climate Environment and Natural Resources (CENR) practice area at Palladium. The LCIP supports the FMO-run Mobilising Finance for Forests (MFF) programme. MFF is a blended finance investment program aimed at combating deforestation and other environmentally unsustainable land use practices contributing to global climate change. MFF is funded by the UK government. MFF Will Target Projects In Two Categories The fund will invest across a mix of investment funds and direct investments in selected tropical forest regions in Africa Asia and Latin America. * Projects that increase the value of standing forests to lower the incentive to cut down forests (e.g. harvesting non-timber forest products such as nuts seeds or native forest coffee carbon offsetting schemes eco-tourism conservation projects) and; * Projects that integrate forest protection and restoration into agricultural production to reduce deforestation pressure (e.g. soy cattle palm oil cocoa timber). As part of the MFF program FMO have contracted the Palladium Group to deliver a ’Learning convening and influencing platform’ (LCIP). Palladium are partnering with Systemiq to deliver this service. The LCIP Will Do This By The LCIP aims to increase the scale in terms of size and impact of investments in forests sustainable land use and nature. * Gathering lessons from the different types of business and investment models tested and invested in by MFF * Convening investors project developers and companies and stakeholders working to improve the enabling conditions within the forestry landscape via catalytic learning events and Communities of Practice (CoPs) (including a learning hub) * Influencing investors (and others) through the dissemination of compelling knowledge products and tools (including via digital channels) such as proven MFF blueprints case studies research and learning briefs. We are currently in the implementation phase of the LCIP and have begun delivering knowledge products and convening events for key stakeholders. The programme will run until May 2026. With a pipeline of activities aiming to deliver knowledge products and events in support of advancing FMO’s ability to make better and faster investments in forests we are looking to incorporate additional nature climate and/or forestry finance experience including particular ESG expertise. The LCIP programme is looking to for a new team member with experience in impact investing and ESG issues to support our team in delivering high quality technical knowledge products and events act as our go-to subject matter expert and build out our in-house thought leadership on finance for nature at Palladium. Whilst our main office is based in London we are flexible on location within the United Kingdom. Primary Duties And Responsibilities This role will be focused on providing advanced technical research support to deliver on key workstreams within the LCIP as well as providing strategic input into activity and deliverables design and acting as a technical expert within the team. The ideal candidate will be someone who enjoys deep dives into research and who is a skilled writer and communicator able to translate technical financial and ESG concepts into impactful briefings and presentations for internal and external stakeholders. Examples of the types of projects which this role will take on include: * Compiling and preparing concise high-quality issue briefs pre-read materials and presentations to support LCIP convening activities on subjects such as the voluntary carbon market and carbon integrity issues; investment portfolio carbon accounting methodologies; and ESG due diligence best practices for the sustainable forestry and nature-based sector. * Providing desk research to support the production of case studies blue prints position papers and learning briefs. Delivering presentations on technical concepts to key LCIP internal and external stakeholders to increase awareness and understanding of impact and investment opportunities in the forestry and sustainable land use sector and advance LCIP’s influencing targets. * Provide editorial and quality assurance support to the team. * Provide strategic input into LCIP activities design as subject matter expert. * Support production of LCIP communications material with subject matter expertise and desk research as needed. * You may be expected to consult on similar issues and support other programmes and funds being delivered by Palladium with the potential for this support to evolve over time and become a more significant element of the role. This position will report to the LCIP Research & Communications Manager. Qualifications * The ideal candidate will have: * A Master’s degree in a relevant subject (Finance Economics Business etc.); * At least 3 years work experience in a related role in impact investing as an E&S/ESG officer or as a financial analyst with experience working in LMICs and/or forestry climate agriculture and/or nature-based solutions; * Experience of communicating with relevant stakeholders in the ESG space including but not limited to financial institutions private sector consultancies businesses think-tanks etc.; * Experience developing reports case studies and guidance papers to a high standard; * Experience of delivering in a client-focused environment; * An ability to draw on data and information from a range of sources and provide sensible options and strategic recommendations; * Strong financial acumen and ability to analyse and present data in an accessible way; and * Attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy in all of your work. * Additional desirable characteristics include: * Solid understanding of impact reporting processes in the forestry and sustainable land-use and/or nature-based solutions sectors; * Experience developing ESG templates and tools; * Experience providing technical assistance and/or strategic advice to early-stage companies; * A demonstrated track record of influencing strategic direction in your previous projects; and/or * Working proficiency in Spanish Portuguese French and/or Bahasa. Contract details This is a fixed term contract for the duration of two years with potential to extend subject to funding availability. The LCIP is scheduled to run until May 2026. Compensation: You will receive a salary in the range 40000-45000 GBP per annum complemented by a comprehensive benefits package including private health insurance and up to 10% employer pension contributions. Application Process To apply for this role please submit a CV (no more than 2 pages in length) and a tailored cover letter (1 page) which explains how your experience prepares you to advance MFF’s work developing robust ESG processes and supporting tools for the forestry and sustainable land use sectors and scaling investment in nature. The applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. The Assessment Process Will Consist Of * A panel interview covering your experience and suitability for this role; * A short practical assessment; and * A second task-based panel interview. Please submit your applications via our application platform. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Company Statement About Palladium - Palladium is a global leader in the design development and delivery of Positive Impact – the intentional creation of enduring social and economic value. We work with governments businesses and investors to solve the world's most pressing challenges. With a team of more than 4000 employees operating in 90 plus countries and a global network of over 35000 experts we help improve economies societies and most importantly people's lives. Equity Diversity & Inclusion - Palladium is committed to embedding equity diversity and inclusion into everything we do. We welcome applications from all sections of society and actively encourage diversity to drive innovation creativity success and good practice. We positively welcome and seek to ensure we achieve diversity in our workforce; and that all job applicants and employees receive equal and fair treatment regardless of their background or personal characteristics. These include: (but are not limited to) socio-economic background age race gender identity and expression religion ethnicity sexual orientation disability nationality veteran marital or Indigenous status. Should you require any adjustments or accommodations to be made due to a disability or you are a neurodivergent individual or for any other circumstance please email our team at accessibility@thepalladiumgroup.com and we will be in touch to discuss. Safeguarding - We define Safeguarding as “the preventative action taken by Palladium to protect our people clients and the communities we work with from harm”. We are committed to ensuring that all children and adults who come into contact with Palladium are treated with respect and are free from abuse. All successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced selection process including safeguarding-focused interviews and a rigorous due diligence process. Required Qualifications Company Overview: About Palladium - Palladium is a global leader in the design development and delivery of Positive Impact – the intentional creation of enduring social and economic value. We work with governments businesses and investors to solve the world's most pressing challenges. With a team of more than 3000 employees operating in 90 plus countries and a global network of over 35000 experts we help improve economies societies and most importantly people's lives. Equity Diversity & Inclusion - Palladium is committed to embedding equity diversity and inclusion into everything we do. We welcome applications from all sections of society and actively encourage diversity to drive innovation creativity success and good practice. We positively welcome and seek to ensure we achieve diversity in our workforce; and that all job applicants and employees receive equal and fair treatment regardless of their background or personal characteristics. These include: (but are not limited to) socio-economic background age race gender identity and expression religion ethnicity sexual orientation disability nationality veteran marital or Indigenous status. Should you require any adjustments or accommodations to be made due to a disability or you are a neurodivergent individual or for any other circumstance please email our team at accessibility@thepalladiumgroup.com and we will be in touch to discuss. Safeguarding - We define Safeguarding as “the preventative action taken by Palladium to protect our people clients and the communities we work with from harm”. We are committed to ensuring that all children and adults who come into contact with Palladium are treated with respect and are free from abuse. All successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced selection process including safeguarding-focused interviews and a rigorous due diligence process.


Application period 01-Sep-2023 to 14-Sep-2023 Functional Responsibilities: Under the direct supervision of Senior Programme Manager the Lead Mechanical Engineer is responsible for the below duties: * General construction activities * Feasibility/needs assessment * Design development * Construction supervision * Knowledge management General construction activities * Plan and coordinate work activities with the Project Manager and Senior Programme Manager. * Contribute to development implementation monitoring and updating of the Project plans and strategies in order to ensure delivery is to the scope budget and time. * Provide expert opinion/advice to the Project Manager on all engineering issues and in particular mechanical works that include identification and preparation of specifications for industrial and medical equipment pumping systems Ventilation and air conditioning systems plumbing systems sanitation systems etc. * Provide supervision of project work progress and quality for on-time project delivery. * Prepare weekly & monthly progress reports In coordination with UNOPS Infrastructure team: progress of works based on the established schedules and plans encountered problems solutions planning of activities for the following week etc. * Assist in the preparation of regular progress reports on construction activities to donors. Feasibility /needs assessment * Complete needs assessment and monitor/supervising consultants within their area of expertise. * Manage the review of requests for new construction and rehabilitation works specific to mechanical items related to power water supply and sanitation systems;. * Carry out assessments and prepare reports with recommendations for follow up actions within the relevant area of expertise * Prepare the necessary documents to the tender dossier with particular focus to the technical documents (drawings BoQ technical specification and standards of equipment pumping systems generators plumbing systems etc). Design management * Applying technical expertise and professional experience the Lead Mechanical Engineer will support projects by providing guidance in the design development of mechanical works to achieve technical objectives. The mechanical works will include pumping systems generators industrial and medical equipment gas systems plumbing systems and sanitation and ventilation and air conditioning systems . * Review mechanical design drawings technical speciﬁcations and BOQs in terms of accuracy and suitability to overall design requirements identifying aspects where designs do not comply with minimum codes and standards and providing practical guidance for design improvement. * Outline design requirements (e.g. timeline) to procure design services including concept preliminary and final stages where applicable. * Prepare mechanical design calculations for projects to be developed by the UNOPS design team in the field offices and within the MCO. * Preparation of mechanical design drawings specifications and BoQs for projects by UNOPS design team in the field offices and within the MCO.. * Supporting the procurement team with technical guidance in preparation of tender documentation and bid analysis where required. Supervision * Supervise specific mechanical works during construction and/or installation as per the contractual provisions and the design specifications. * Ensure quantity/quality control and time schedule consistency. * Verify that works are consistent with the project technical specifications and inform promptly on eventual deviations where required. * Provide regular supervision for the project work progress and quality for timely delivery. * Support in the implementation of Health Safety Social and Environmental measures at the project sites and report any irregularity. Knowledge management * Provide training and technology transfer to UNOPS personnel and contractor’s personnel and advice on good construction practices good environmental management practices and appropriate health and safety standards during the design development and implementation stage. * Contribute to the dissemination and sharing of best practices and lessons learned for development * Planning and knowledge building. Impacts of results * Improved efficiency in delivery of mechanical design in infrastructure projects * High quality mechanical design drawings and reporting * Improved staff capacity Education/Experience/Language requirements: Education * A Master’s Degree is required preferably in Mechanical Engineering or related fields. * A Bachelor's Degree or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering or related fields with two additional years of relevant experience may be accepted in lieu of Master’s Degree requirement. * License/Board Certification in Mechanical Engineering is required please attach when submitting application. Experience * At least five (5) years with a Master's Degree or seven (7) years with a Bachelor's Degree with progressive experience in Mechanical Engineering for design and construction of infrastructure projects is required. * At least three (3) years of experience working using AutoCAD is required. * Knowledge of industrial equipment and machinery and heating/cooling systems particularly in the design and installation of Heating & Ventilation Air Conditioning (HVAC) systems is an advantage. * Experience working in development and green infrastructure and hospital infrastructure is an asset. * Experience with the UN is an asset. * Experience/knowledge of Google Suite products especially google forms sheets docs is an asset. Language * Fluency in spoken written and reading English is required. * Knowledge of another UN official language is an asset. Think big. Meet challenges head-on. Help people build better lives. UNOPS embraces diversity and is committed to equal employment opportunities. Our workforce is made up of people from varied nationalities cultures and races. They speak a range of languages and have different gender identities sexual orientations and abilities. We encourage women and candidates from underrepresented groups in UNOPS to apply. These include candidates from racialized and/or indigenous groups members of minority gender identities and sexual orientations and people with disabilities. Click apply and join us! Remarks: Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.


Overview Antenatal/Postnatal Care Research Collective (ARC) project is conducting a study to explore the effect of Group Antenatal Care on Women’s Place of Childbirth in Nasarawa State Nigeria. The study is funded by Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. The primary objective of the study is to determine where G-ANC participants (i.e. women who attended at least one meeting) gave birth disaggregated by place of childbirth (e.g.the same health facility where they attended G-ANC another facility home) and survey method (e.g. phone in-person). Explorative objectives include; * To identify factors associated with each place of childbirth (e.g. the same health facility where they attended G-ANC another facility home) stratified by survey method (e.g. phone in-person) * To explore potential associations between greater intervention exposure (i.e. number of attended sessions) and childbirth in the same G-ANC facility stratified by survey method (e.g. phone in-person) ARC009 study will engage 3 research coordinators to supervise 28 research assistants conducting phone and in person surveys among G-ANC participants who can be reached by phone to find out where they gave birth and the reasons they chose that place. In addition in-person surveys will be conducted among eligible G-ANC participants who were not reached by phone and who can be traced at home. Based on the scope of the task the research coordinators will be assigned to supervise research assistants in the three senatorial zones. The overall purpose of this activity is to conduct phone survey in-person surveys and indepth interview to eligible G-ANC clients as needed for the ARC 009 study. The research coordinator will oversee a team of research assistants conducting surveys with respondents in person. The Research Coordinators will ensure that the Research Assistants adhere to the study protocol and SOPs conduct interviews in a professional and ethical manner and meet project deadlines. The Research Coordinators will also be responsible for monitoring data quality resolving issues that arise during data collection and maintaining accurate records. Duty Location: Each research coordinator will be assigned one of the three senatorial zones in Nasarawa state Amount Payable Per Day: N50000 Responsibilities * Support training and supervise a team of in-person survey Research Assistants * Ensure that Research Assistants are following the study SOPs and conducting interviews in a professional and ethical manner * Monitor data quality and ensure that data collection procedures are being followed accurately * Resolve any issues that arise during data collection and escalate them to the project M&E lead if necessary * Ensure that the study is on schedule and within budget * Maintain accurate records of data collection activities and provide regular updates to the project M&E lead * Conduct spot-checks and quality control measures to ensure that data is being collected accurately and consistently * Generate data from the backend and validate submitted data * Conduct daily feedback meetings with supervisees * Update project M&E lead on team’s progress * Work collaboratively with other members of the research team to ensure the success of the Study Required Qualifications * Five Years post NYSC * Master's degree in a relevant field (e.g. sociology psychology public health) * Prior experience managing or supervising teams * Strong knowledge of research methods and procedures * Ability to work independently and as part of a team * Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and database software * Experience in managing and supervising research or survey projects preferably in an in-person interviewing setting * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to motivate and train a team * Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize competing demands * Attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records * Familiarity with computer software and technology commonly used in survey research (e.g. REDCap) * Knowledge of research ethics and regulations and experience working with human subjects * Ability to work independently and as part of a team with a commitment to high quality work and meeting deadlines * Comfortable working in a variety of settings including outdoors and in people's homes or workplaces * Write report of activity * Ability to speak English and Hausa Jhpiego offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive employee benefits package. Please apply at www.jhpiego.org/careers Applicants must submit a single document for upload to include: cover letter resume and references. For further information about Jhpiego visit our website at www.jhpiego.org Note: The successful candidate selected for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background investigation. Jhpiego is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer Jhpiego a Johns Hopkins University affiliate is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of gender marital status pregnancy race color ethnicity national origin age disability religion sexual orientation gender identity or expression veteran status other legally protected characteristics or any other occupationally irrelevant criteria. Jhpiego promotes Affirmative Action for minorities women individuals who are disabled and veterans. EEO is the Law


PROPEL Health West Africa Country Focal Point Project Overview And Role PROPEL Health is a five-year USAID-funded project awarded to Palladium on September 23 2022. PROPEL Health aims to improve the enabling environment for equitable and sustainable health care delivery services supplies and systems through policy development and implementation; adequate predictable and sustainable financing for health; improved management transparency and accountability of the Government; and the use of evidence-based advocacy approaches at global national and subnational levels to promote best practices. It focuses on Reproductive Health/Family Planning (RH/FP) and the integration of SR/FP with HIV and maternal and child health (MCH). Our transformational technical strategy prioritizes policy advocacy financing and governance (PAFG) leadership technical assistance and capacity building to improve resilience and sustainability. PROPEL Health's country teams will serve as the technical and implementation driving force for Mission memberships and resource-funded activities in countries. The project actively supports USAID's localization strategy by engaging local actors to co-create our national designs and lead implementation monitoring and evaluation. PROPEL Health West Africa funded by USAID HP+ is looking for a qualified consultant interested as Focal Point for the Mauritania Primary Duties And Responsibilities Project Contribute to the overall coordination of PROPEL Health's activities in the country particularly in the preparation and conduct of workshops and other meetings of the Project. * Maintain liaison with key local actors including the Ministry of Health for the preparation and coordination of activities. * Contribute to PROPEL Health's procurement process according to Palladium rules in close collaboration with the Finance and Project Administration staff. * Support PROPEL Health's activities in the areas of health policy advocacy governance FP financing maternal and child health and other related areas. * Contribute to research data collection and capacity building efforts of the Project's partner organizations. * Produce and/or contribute to the drafting of PROPEL Health reports briefing notes and other documents. * Perform any other task assigned by the Regional Director of PROPEL Health West Africa as part of his mission. Required Qualifications Bachelor's or Master's degree in Administration Finance Law Sociology or Project Management. * Experience with USAID-funded projects is preferred. * Computer skills including Excel and PowerPoint. * Experience working with USAID-funded organizations the UN system or other regional donors will also be an advantage. * An excellent command of the French language written and spoken is essential. * Fluency in English is an asset Company Overview About Palladium - Palladium is a global leader in the design development and delivery of Positive Impact – the intentional creation of enduring social and economic value. We work with governments businesses and investors to solve the world's most pressing challenges. With a team of more than 3000 employees operating in 90 plus countries and a global network of over 35000 experts we help improve economies societies and most importantly people's lives. Equity Diversity & Inclusion - Palladium is committed to embedding equity diversity and inclusion into everything we do. We welcome applications from all sections of society and actively encourage diversity to drive innovation creativity success and good practice. We positively welcome and seek to ensure we achieve diversity in our workforce; and that all job applicants and employees receive equal and fair treatment regardless of their background or personal characteristics. These include: (but are not limited to) socio-economic background age race gender identity and expression religion ethnicity sexual orientation disability nationality veteran marital or Indigenous status. Should you require any adjustments or accommodations to be made due to a disability or you are a neurodivergent individual or for any other circumstance please email our team at accessibility@thepalladiumgroup.com and we will be in touch to discuss. Safeguarding - We define Safeguarding as the preventative action taken by Palladium to protect our people clients and the communities we work with from harm. We are committed to ensuring that all children and adults who come into contact with Palladium are treated with respect and are free from abuse. All successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced selection process including safeguarding-focused interviews and a rigorous due diligence process.


The Program Officer (PO) contributes to the delivery of the primary business of the Global Fund: grant management leading to the mitigation of the impact of AIDS tuberculosis and malaria. The PO supports specific projects working in the Grant Management division in close collaboration with Fund Portfolio Managers (FPMs) and ensures compliance with due process at all stages of grant management the collation and storage of data and the monitoring and reporting on grant-related information. Key Responsibilities Under the guidance of the Fund Portfolio Manager (FPM) and as part of a Country Team the Program Officer (PO) supports the FPM in all aspects of the life cycle of a grant: * Program Management: Facilitates and coordinates grant processes in place at different stages of the grant lifecycle; Reviews grant budgets and work plans disbursement requests and other grant documentation; Participates in the process of analysis on performance/financial/management/contextual matters for decision making on program related matters; contributes to policy and ad hoc cross cutting projects and initiatives; ensures grant information is captured in relevant grant management and information systems. * Stakeholders Management: Liaises with different stakeholders; Acts as a focal point for the gathering recording and reporting of information on the grant management process in the countries assigned preparing information briefs and coordinating responses to requests for information from other internal units and from external parties. * Team work: Works across teams collaborating with other country team staff to promote a consistent approach to portfolio management within the Grant Management Division. * Risk Management: Collects data where appropriate identifies and follows up on key grant management issues and risks. Subject to change by the Executive Director at any time at his or her sole discretion. Qualifications Essential: * University degree in public or business administration finance or other relevant field or equivalent professional training or self/study work experience. Experience Essential: * Demonstrable work experience of involvement and responsibility in project management or in program management. Desirable: * Minimum two years’ experience as Project Officer/Coordinator or four years’ experience as Project Assistant with an international development organization finance institution or comparable experience in the private sector. * Previous financial and program management experience. * Monitoring and Evaluation experience. * Experience working in multi-cultural/national teams. Competencies Languages: An excellent knowledge of English and preferably a good working knowledge of French or one of the following: Arabic Portuguese Russian and Spanish. Knowledge of other languages would be an asset. Technical Competencies: * Geopolitical Awareness: Understanding of/interest in knowing different social political economic realities and dynamics at national and regional level that may impact the planning/implementation and/or impact of the programs. * Policy Acumen: Knowledge of internal policy and practice at a level which allows supporting the Country Team to take decisions and work across departments to improve the efficiency of internal processes. * Financial Analysis: Has a knowledge of program financing and financial analysis. * Program Preparation and Implementation Management: Ability to develop/manage an effective/efficient work plan for team members; and ability to communicate planning at country level generating buy-in and rigor in regard to quality and timing. Ability to collaborate effectively with the team and in country stakeholders to support country dialogue and preparation of funding requests. Contributes to the identification of risks. * Prioritization: Strong ability to manage conflicting priorities and work streams in high volume portfolios minimizing delays and navigating around/through obstacles. * Coordination: Strong ability to consult communicate and where appropriate represent the Global Fund with partners on specific projects/tasks. * Negotiation: Ability to anticipate challenges/issues in program implementation; and effectively liaise with donors/partners to map investments permitting articulation and complementarity. * External Engagement: In recognition of the overall corporate strategy the Program Officer should be able to identify opportunities for increased external engagement with relevant in-country partners. The Global Fund recruits top-tier talent for our open positions in support of our mission to end AIDS tuberculosis and malaria as epidemics. Explore our vacancies and apply on the Global Fund Careers recruitment system. More information on working at the Global Fund is available on the Careers section of our main website. Job Posting End Date