Job Brief Greater Kordofan Region Sudan DT Global works in partnership with communities governments and the private sector to deliver innovative solutions that transform lives. DT Global - launched in 2019 - is built on legacy companies AECOM’s International Development Services Sector Development Transformations IMC Worldwide and Cardno International Development. To fulfill its profit-for-purpose mission DT Global is a key donor to the DT Institute an independent not-for-profit organization in support of DTI’s efforts to test new ideas or expand on donor partner priorities to improve as many lives as possible. Our global team of 2500 staff and experts work in over 90 countries. We bring over 60 years of experience relationships and technical excellence to improve lives on behalf of our partners clients and stakeholders. We aim to maximize sustainable development impact across a wide range of practice areas including Conflict Prevention Stabilization & Transition; Economic Growth; Environment & Infrastructure; Governance; and Human Development. Together we aim to positively impact 500 million lives by 2045. Project Background: DT Global is recruiting for project positions for a 38-month USAID-funded program in Sudan focused on strengthening citizen engagement around shared democratic values. The program aims to build the capacity of civil society organizations support social institution building and strengthen strategic communications and public information/outreach in order to improve citizens’ access to timely and accurate information. Position Summary: The Monitoring Evaluation and Learning Officer (MELO) is responsible for supporting Monitoring Evaluation and Learning (MEL) for the Sudan 2 program under the supervision of the Regional Program Manager (RPM) or designate. This includes writing appropriate MEL plan(s) for each activity in their portfolio ensuring output and outcome data collection and conducting regular MEL tasks such as key informant interviews focus group discussions and similar actions. The MELO will support the developing of additional MEL tools to conduct cluster evaluations and higher-level MEL tools and ensure the Monitoring Evaluation and Learning Plan (MELP) indicators are adequately collected and tracked. This position may require regular travel throughout the Greater Kordofan Region in Sudan contingent on the security situation and on project need reimbursable for project-related travel expenses. The Monitoring Evaluation and Learning Officer (MELO) will report to the Regional Program Manager (RPM) or designate. Principal Duties and Responsibilities: * Lead all M&E processes at the activity level for the assigned portfolio under the supervision of the Regional Program Manager. * In collaboration with senior management and program staff develop individual M&E plans for each activity inclusive of: * Output and Outcome Objectives * Output and Outcome Indicators * Means of Verification * Responsible Parties * Timelines * Support the collection of all data required within the activity MEL plans inclusive of conducting key informant interviews focus group discussions circulating questionnaires or other relevant activities. * Request the support of the program staff to collect data required by the MEL plans when needed – inclusive of photographs attendance sheets or other items. * Responsible for seeking assistance from the program leadership and MERL Director on a regular basis when developing plans to seek input on any complex or unusual activities. * Ensure all MEL products maintain a level of quality consistent with USAID expectations. * Support the MERL Director as requested in the development of additional MEL tools including the MELP; cluster evaluations or other qualitative tools; baseline surveys; program indicators. * Support data collection on the ground for any cluster evaluations or baseline mid and final surveys as requested by the MERL Director; inclusive of helping coordinate logistics required. * Contribute to learning processes at the regional level including leading discussions at the conclusion of individual activities to discuss lessons learned and potential follow-on activities. * Provide recommendations to program teams on how to improve or build-on completed activities. * Other tasks as assigned by supervisor. Minimum Qualifications: * Post-secondary Diploma in a relevant field required a university degree preferred. Other relevant certifications will be considered. * Prior experience working on USAID-funded projects preferred . * Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs. * Experience in developing and using all basic M&E tools such as key informant interviews written questionnaires and focus group discussions preferred. * Effective written and oral communication as well as interpersonal skills. * Demonstrated problem solving and analytical skills and good judgement. * Be proactive have strong prioritization skills and ability to work cross-culturally. * Possess demonstrated leadership skills humility and self-awareness. * Have a basic understanding of local and national context relevant to the program. * Fluency in written and oral English and Arabic is required. * Legal authorization to work in Sudan is required. Core Competencies: TEAMWORK: Works cooperatively and effectively with others to achieve common goals. Participates in building a culture characterized by inclusion trust and commitment. COMMUNICATION: Effectively conveys information and expresses thoughts professionally. Demonstrates effective use of listening skills and displays openness to other people's ideas and thoughts. ADAPTABILITY: Adjusts planned work by gathering relevant information and applying critical thinking to address multiple demands and competing priorities in a changing environment. CUSTOMER/CLIENT FOCUSED: Anticipates monitors and meets the needs of customers and responds to them in an appropriate and responsive manner. DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION: Conveys respect for diverse individuals and perspectives; models inclusive behavior and treats everyone fairly. PROFESSIONALISM: Displays appropriate and ethical behavior integrity and personal presentation in the workplace always; demonstrates respectful communication for others both verbal and non-verbal. We thank all applicants for their interest. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. DT Global LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation veteran status gender identity or national origin. DT Global LLC prohibits discriminating against employees and job applicants who inquire about discuss or disclose the compensation of the employee or applicant or another employee or applicant.


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 position is in the USAID Annex 500 D Street SW Washington DC in the Bureau for Management Office of Acquisition and Assistance (M/OAA) at the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID). Learn more about this agency Help Duties * Perform a full range of complex procurement activities for contracts grants and cooperative agreements in support of USAID/W bureaus offices and overseas Mission programs worldwide. * Provide expert procurement advice to senior officials on all acquisition matters ensuring actions are executed in accordance with applicable laws regulations accounting standards pricing practices and current business methods. * Negotiate procurement of products and services under a variety of contract/assistance mechanisms. * Manage procurement planning activities such as preparing and maintaining current acquisition plans appropriate milestone charts and related schedules. * Participate in strategy and planning phases evaluation of offers negotiations contract award and contract administration. Help Requirements Conditions of Employment * United States Citizenship is required. * Relevant experience (see Qualifications below). * Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance. * Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered with the Selective Service. * You may be required to serve a one year probationary period. * Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer is required. Qualifications DIRECT HIRE AUTHORITY: This position is being filled using 5 U.S.C. Section 3304 and 5 CFR Part 337 Subpart B which is the OPM approved government-wide direct-hire authority. SELECTIVE PLACEMENT FACTOR: This position includes a Selective Placement Factor (skill knowledge ability or other worker characteristic basic to - and essential for - satisfactory performance of the job). Selective Placements Factors are a prerequisite to appointment and represent minimum requirements for a position. Applicants who do not meet it are ineligible for further consideration. Selective Placement Factor: Performed pre-award post-award and staff contracting work involving the procurement of diverse customer requirements. NOTE: Experience must be documented in your resume. To meet the minimum qualifications for this position you must (1) meet the Education Requirement for the series (2) provide a copy of transcripts for verification AND (3) meet either the education or specialized experience requirements for the grade at which you are requesting consideration. Basic Requirements for GS 11/12/13: * A 4-year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree with a major in any field; OR * At least 24 semester hours in any combination of the following fields: accounting business finance law contracts purchasing economics industrial management marketing quantitative methods or organization and management. Specialized Experience: GS-11: In addition to the basic requirement you must you must have one year of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to the GS-09 level in the Federal service. One year of experience refers to full-time work; part-time work is considered on a prorated basis. One year of specialized experience which includes: (a) leading a new award from solicitation through completion; (b) conducting relevant research and analysis to correctly apply regulations and policies; (c) analyzing and evaluating cost and pricing data for proposed and ongoing procurements; and (d) participating as an active team member for a competitive Request for Proposal (RFP) or for a competitive Request for Application (RFA)/Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) or an equivalent/similar process. Substitution of Education for Experience: The experience requirements for the GS-11 level may be met by successful completion of three (3) full academic years of progressively higher-level graduate education in an accredited college or university in one or a combination of the following fields: accounting business finance law contracts purchasing economics industrial management marketing quantitative methods or organization and management. OR Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree. A year of full-time graduate education is considered to be the number of credit hours which the school attended has determined to represent one (1) year of full-time study. If that information is not available 18 semester hours should be considered as satisfying the one (1) year of full-time study requirement. GS-12: In addition to the basic requirement you must have one year of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to the GS-11 level in the Federal service. One year of experience refers to full-time work; part-time work is considered on a prorated basis. One year of specialized experience which includes: (a) awarding and administering a variety of contract types using acquisition regulations; (b) analyzing and evaluating cost and pricing data for proposed and ongoing procurements; and (c) leading a competitive Request for Proposal (RFP) or for a competitive Request for Application (RFA)/Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) or an equivalent/similar process. Basic Requirements for the GS-13: In addition to meeting the basic qualification requirements applicants must have one (1) year of specialized experience at or equivalent to at least a GS-12 and complete all mandatory training prescribed by the head of the agency for progression to GS-13 or higher-level contracting positions including at least 4 years' experience in contracting or related positions. GS-13: One year of experience refers to full-time work; part-time work is considered on a prorated basis. One year of specialized experience which includes: (a) leading a competitive Request for Proposal (RFP) or for a competitive Request for Application (RFA)/Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) or an equivalent/similar process. Exceptions: Employees in GS-1102 positions will be considered to have met the standard for positions they occupy on January 1 2000. This also applies to positions at the same grade in the same agency or other agencies if the specialized experience requirements are met. However they will have to meet the basic requirements and specialized experience requirements in order to qualify for promotion to a higher grade unless granted a waiver under Paragraph three. Waiver: When filling a specific vacant position the senior procurement executive of the selecting agency at his or her discretion may waive any or all of the requirements of Paragraphs one and two above if the senior procurement executive certifies that the applicant possesses significant potential for advancement to levels of greater responsibility and authority based on demonstrated analytical and decision-making capabilities job performance and qualifying experience. With respect to each waiver granted under this paragraph the senior procurement executive must document for the record the basis of the waiver. If an individual is placed in a position in an agency on the basis of a waiver the agency may later reassign that individual to another position at the same grade within that agency without additional waiver action. Applicants cannot be promoted to the GS-13 without meeting all educational and experience qualifications for the GS-13. 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 which clearly exceed the minimum requirements of the position. 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 to the Silver Category or higher Category; 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. You must meet the qualifications for this position no later than the closing date of this vacancy announcement. Education This position has a positive education requirement. Therefore transcripts are required. Please be advised that an official transcript will be required if you are selected for the position. Please include a copy of your transcript (unofficial or official) that demonstrates that you meet the education requirement listed above prior to the closing date of the announcement. If you do not include this information prior to the closing date of the announcement your application will be marked as incomplete unless your SF-50 shows that you were/are already in the 1102 job series. 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 duties of the position to be filled including volunteer experience. Additional information 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. 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/reasonable-accommodations Veterans' Information: Veterans Information. Telework: https://www.telework.gov/. Selective Service Registration: http://www.sss.gov/. It is the Government's policy not to deny employment simply because an individual has been unemployed or has had financial difficulties that have arisen through no fault of the individual. USAID will use information about an individual's employment experience only to determine their qualifications and assess their relative level of knowledge skills and abilities. Although an individual's conduct may be relevant in any employment decision including behavior during periods of unemployment or evidence of dishonesty in handling financial matters financial difficulty that has arisen through no fault of the individual will generally not be the basis of an unfavorable suitability or fitness determination. 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Job Description Background Diversity Equity and Inclusion are core principles at UNDP: we value diversity as an expression of the multiplicity of nations and cultures where we operate we foster inclusion as a way of ensuring all personnel are empowered to contribute to our mission and we ensure equity and fairness in all our actions. Taking a ‘leave no one behind’ approach to our diversity efforts means increasing representation of underserved populations. People who identify as belonging to marginalized or excluded populations are strongly encouraged to apply. Learn more about working at UNDP including our values and inspiring stories. UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse any kind of harassment including sexual harassment and discrimination. All selected candidates will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks. UNDP ToR “UNDP’s mission as part of the UN system is to achieve sustainable development and fight poverty wherever it is greatest. This requires the very best of us world-class collaboration innovative thinking resilient-based strategies and continuous learning. UNDP’s competitive advantage as a development partner of choice comes from having the trust of developing countries owing to our impartial character transparency and longstanding presence and commitment to the poorest and most vulnerable. We offer opportunities to make a lasting difference to the more than 170 countries where we commit our support and expertise. Unit ToR: UNDP support’s the Government’s vision for a sustainable peaceful Iraq through an approach that strengthens societal resilience to better deal with social economic environmental and political shocks and stresses. Underpinned By a Resilience-based Strategy That Addresses The Needs Of The Most Vulnerable Communities The Four Pathways In The CPD Are As Follows Guided by the Country Programme Document (CPD) 2020-2024 UNDP supports four interlinked inclusive and holistic development pathways. * Strengthened stabilization; 2. Diversified pro-poor economic growth for sustainable livelihoods; 3. Improved governance with accountable institutions that protect the rights of vulnerable groups and pave the way for citizen-state trust; and 4. Decreased fragility to climate change. Position Purpose Under the guidance and direct supervision of the Head of the Programme Management Support UNIT (PMSU) and in close coordination with the Deputy Team Leader/Programme Management Specialist the M&E Analyst provides support in execution of services in the PMSU supports the design planning and management of the programme and projects by managing data and facilitating programme implementation. The Programme National Analyst promotes a client-oriented approach consistent with UNDP rules and regulations. The National M&E Analyst supports the staff of the Programme and Projects through working in close collaboration with the operations programme and project teams in the CO and UNDP Regional Bureaus and HQ staff for resolving complex programme-related issues and information delivery. The M&E Analyst is responsible for oversight capacity building and knowledge management to strengthen risk management and Social and Environmental Screening across the Country Office portfolio. The M&E Analyst will not be responsible for the preparation and execution of SES instruments at project level but rather quality assure project-level safeguards instruments prepared by the project teams and monitor advise and oversee the project teams in this area in executing the relevant safeguard management measures. Impact Of Results The key results have an impact on the overall CO pillar’s efficiency in programme and success in implementation of programme strategies. Accurate analysis and presentation of information enhances UNDP position as a strong development partner. The information provided facilitates decision making of the management. The key results have an impact on the overall CO efficiency in programme and success in implementation of programme strategies. Accurate analysis and presentation of information enhances UNDP position as a strong development partner. The information provided facilitates decision making of the management. Summary Of Key Functions * Administration implementation of programme strategies and adapts processes and procedures. * Support to management of the CO programme on M&E and QA perspective basis. * Programme and Project Implementation and Resource Mobilization Support throughout project lifespan as per UNDP quality standards. * Performance Indicators for evaluation of results. * Facilitation of knowledge building and knowledge sharing. Duties And Responsibilities * Ensures administration and implementation of programme strategies adapts processes and procedures focusing on achievement of the following results: * Support CO programme and project managers in designing the results-based management monitoring and evaluation frameworks and plans in line with UNDP Programme and Operations Policies and Procedures (POPP) with appropriate tracking tools. Help in ensuring the application of UNDP social and environmental safeguards as applicable. * Serve as the UNDP Country Office focal point for the provision of overall technical and policy advisory support on monitoring and evaluation (M&E) and results-based management (RBM) requirements and activities to CO programme and project managers UNDP CO staff concerned with monitoring and evaluation and consultants and/or members of evaluation teams. * Presentation of thoroughly researched information for preparation of the Common Country Strategy the Country Programme Document the Country Programme Action Plan effective application of Results Based management tools and establishment of management targets (BSC). Establishment of the mechanisms to track use of RBM tools and maintenance of RBM database. * In consultation with programme manager and team develop a M&E framework and plans define project indicators prepare tools and collect and review monitoring data. * Support monitoring data quality tracking the progress of activities and identifying opportunities for staff and Implementing Partners capacity building opportunities. * Establish and maintain constant communication with the Programmes/ Projects highlighting successful progress obstacles performance and needs of all programmes/progress to be adapted in future to achieve better outcomes and results. * Support the CO on effective application of RBM tools establishment of management targets and monitoring achievement of results. * Presentation of information/ reports for identification of areas for support and interventions. * Support Programme/ projects on Quality Assurance tasks through conducting regular monitoring Assessments within the assigned ME plan to overseeing progress made towards intended results for the purpose of identifying weaknesses to be addressed. * Ensure gender equality disability inclusion and Leave No One Behind (LNOB) principles are an integral part of UNDP programmes and operations and that these considerations are fully mainstreamed into programming and reflected in programme/project design monitoring reporting and evaluations in line with the UNDP Gender Equality and Disability Inclusion Strategies UNSDG Operational Guide for Country Teams on LNOB and available regional guidance * Provides effective support to management of the CO Programme and Projects focusing on the achievement of the following results: * Presentation of thoroughly researched information for formulation of country programme and support of preparation of project documents’ drafts work plans budgets proposals on implementation arrangements as per the M&E compliance requirement. * Design and implement data collection and reporting protocols linked to Programme and project outcome/outputs indicators to support routine progress reporting. * Adopting and integrating of data collection tools for training pilots training needs assessment and training follow-up and evaluation. * Record report and analyze data against indicators listed in the logical framework against indicators and Annual Work Plan. * Synthesize data and provision of summary reports by program based on the ME results and impacts. * Follow up on performance indicators/ success criteria targets and milestones preparation of reports. * Analysis of the situation in programme identification of operational and financial problems development of solutions. * Preparation and conduct of audit of Direct Implementation Modality (DIM) projects implementation of audit recommendations. * Analyze requirements and synthesize proposals for the planning preparation and management of specific thematic country programme/project evaluations and other types of evaluations. Draft and revise Terms of Reference (TOR) for specific project/thematic/sectoral monitoring and evaluation missions and/or desk evaluations/reviews. Participate in consultant and evaluation team selection and provide technical feedback on evaluation inception reports and draft evaluations and budget oversight. Draft and review management responses to the evaluations. * Provides Implementation and Support throughout Programme/Project lifespan as per UNDP quality standards: * Review and quality assured all new project proposals in terms of compliance with both UNDP criteria and processes as well as Donor’s requirements and national counterparts’ engagement needs and partnerships. * Interpret outputs/outcomes of implementation through data or other evidenced-based sources and provide program recommendations as needed. * Track and reporting on mobilized resources review of contributions agreement managing contributions in Quantum and measure progress per its designated annual work plans. * Assist in the management of field monitoring evaluation design statistical analysis environmental compliance and management of information systems. * Support Programme and Projects on maintaining an updated information on project outputs indicators (baseline and targets) progress on activities output risk and issues logs in Quantum. * Assist in the preparation of quarterly and annual reports in adherence to and compliance with project Annual Work Plans (AWP) and M&E frameworks. * Organize learning training and capacity building activities on monitoring and evaluation RBM data collection and survey methods gender mainstreaming and portfolio approach for CO staff and programme and project teams. In close collaboration with relevant teams in the BRH and HQ contribute to development and delivery of training packages to strengthen CO partners’ capacities in programme and project monitoring and oversight. * Performance Indicators for evaluation of results * Assuring on multi-year and Annual M&E Plans of the CO Programme/Projects are fully and timely implemented in accordance with UNDP rules and procedures. * Tracking delivery of reporting to donors and internal stakeholders performed according to the best UNDP results-based standards and accepted practices. * Contribution to annual Results-Oriented Annual Reporting (ROAR) Quantum Transparency Dashboard is provided in quality and timely manner. Inputs demonstrate the achieved results and are based on external and internal evidence. * Support M&E activities and products planning implementation and dissemination in quality and timely manner based on the programme needs and requests from donors and partners. * Relevant Programme data best practices lessons learned are regularly collected updated and are available for development and programming goals. * Conduct M&E need identification survey among project staff and identify M&E capacity gaps. Competencies Core Achieve Results LEVEL 1: Plans and monitors own work pays attention to details delivers quality work by deadline. Think Innovatively LEVEL 1: Open to creative ideas/known risks is pragmatic problem solver makes improvements. Learn Continuously LEVEL 1: Open minded and curious shares knowledge learns from mistakes asks for feedback. Adapt with Agility LEVEL 1: Adapts to change constructively handles ambiguity/uncertainty is flexible. Act with Determination LEVEL 1: Shows drive and motivation able to deliver calmly in face of adversity confident. Engage and Partner LEVEL 1: Demonstrates compassion/understanding towards others forms positive relationships. Enable Diversity and Inclusion LEVEL 1: Appreciate/respect differences aware of unconscious bias confront discrimination. Cross-Functional & Technical competencies (insert up to 7 competencies) Thematic Area Name Definition Business Management Project Management * Ability to plan organize prioritize 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 Programme and Policy Effectiveness * Project Quality Assurance. * RBM standards and practices for programming. Business Direction and Strategy Strategic Thinking * Ability to leverage learning from a variety of sources to anticipate and respond to future trends; to demonstrate foresight to model what future developments and possible ways forward look like for UNDP Programme and Policy Effectiveness * Programming principles & standards and development effectiveness principles. Business Management Monitoring * Ability to provide managers and key stakeholders with regular feedback on the consistency or discrepancy between planned and actual activities and programme performance and results. Business Direction & Strategy Business Acumen * Ability to understand and deal with a business situation in a manner that is likely to lead to a good outcome Knowledge and understanding of the operational frameworks in the organization and ability to make good judgments and quick decisions within such frameworks. Education Required Skills and Experience * Advanced university degree (master's degree or equivalent) in Development/Development Studies Economics Statistics Business Administration/Management Public Administration Social Policy/Sciences International Relations or related field is required; or * A first-level university degree (bachelor’s degree) in combination with an additional two years of qualifying experience will be given due consideration in lieu of the advanced university degree. Experience And Skills * Minimum 2 years (with master's degree) or 4 years (with bachelor's degree) of progressively responsible administrative specifically in M&E Quality Assurance and/or programme experience at the national or international levels. * Demonstrated expertise in the development and quality assurance of safeguards instruments. * Prior experience with the UN system or international NGOs is desirable. * Relevant experience at the national or international level in monitoring and evaluation including hands-on experience in post-conflict settings will be an asset. Language Requirements * Fluency in English with effective writing skills required. * Knowledge of Arabic is an asset. Please note that continuance of appointment beyond the initial 12 months is contingent upon the successful completion of a probationary period. 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UNICEF works in some of the world’s toughest places to reach the world’s most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential. Across 190 countries and territories we work for every child everywhere every day to build a better world for everyone. And we never give up. UNICEF PFP Geneva has an ongoing requirement for goods and services in a broad range of areas and to varying levels of complexity. Such areas include fundraising market research corporate social responsibility corporate screening IT finance HR building facilities and management and other areas as may be required in support of Geneva-based UNICEF entities. The Procurement Associate will be responsible for carrying out all procurement activities for assigned requirements from planning to supplier performance management. The Procurement Associate will also support engagements with Regional Operations to assess their procurement needs. Under the general guidance of the Procurement Officer the Procurement Associate will provide a broad range of transactional procedural and administrative tasks in support of the efficient contracting of services and related goods for PFP and Geneva-based UNICEF entities. The work of the Procurement Associate must be in compliance with UNICEF Financial and Procurement rules and regulations ensuring timely and efficient operations. In particular providing effective customer service to internal clients and demonstrating the capacity to research adapt and evaluate irregular cases and recommending improvements to process delivery and design. The Procurement Associate works towards the overall goal of meeting the needs and requirements of the internal clients and achieving the Best Value for Money for UNICEF. How can you make a difference? Key Tasks Will Include Many of the tasks mentioned below will have to be run simultaneously for different projects hence requiring good organizational and time management skills. * Reviews and evaluates incoming Purchase Requisitions and requests to ensure quality and adequacy of information TORs/specifications appropriateness of requests Amendments (i.e. cost and no-cost extensions) quantities delivery dates budgets etc. and monitor sales orders/requisitions to ensure completion of procurement action in a timely manner. * Conduct procurement of goods and services in accordance with UNICEF rules and regulations; prepare solicitation documents (i.e. RFQs ITBs RFPs) conduct bid openings bid tabulations bid evaluations arrange site visits meetings interviews with bidders CRC submissions prepare LTAs POs Contracts in SAP/VISION. * Provide guidance and assistance to internal customers on UNICEF procurement-related processes Financial Rules and Regulations and best practices and ensure effective contract management. Provide guidance and assistance to vendors/bidders on registration bid submission invoicing tax exemption certificates etc. * Prepares Purchase Orders / Institutional Contracts against existing Long-Term Arrangements (LTA) ensuring that the LTA has valid quantities pricing etc. and lead-time meets requirements. * Assists the Procurement Officer / Specialist in coordinating and compiling procurement/supply plans received from PFP business units and all Geneva-based entities and the periodic (i.e. quarterly) monitoring. * Ensures evaluation of suppliers (i.e. Vendor Performance Evaluation Scorecards) with respect to delivery of performance and commercial acceptability is satisfactorily performed in a timely fashion by internal customers. Follow up with evaluators on their inputs and escalate when appropriate (i.e. vendor performance issues). * Maintains comprehensive Procurement and Supplier files both paper and electronic files with all required procurement documentation (i.e. fully executed POs / LTAs Award Recommendation Document tender documents evaluations bids Waiver of Competitive Bidding Note For the Record invoices delivery receipts payment requests correspondence etc.) in accordance with UNICEF Procurement Procedures. * Ensure CRC meetings are prepared and implemented smoothly. Organize CRC meetings assisting as rapporteur ensuring quorum availability of information and meetings well documented. * Handle administrative tasks in support of the Unit (i.e. Attendance Budget Travel Funds Commitment PRs/POs invoices etc.) * Carry out other functions as may be assigned by the Procurement Officer and the head of the Unit the Procurement Manager. Deliverables * Timely effective and efficient review of the incoming request feedback provided to business partners and sourcing is done through engagement with Business Partners/UN entities and multilateral partners. Tenders issued for all goods and services meeting deadlines and programmatic objectives. * Bidding processes executed in full transparency feedback provided to vendors awards published processes completed and properly documented. * Business Partners aware of Procurement processes and procedures. The guidance is provided as and when required to internal customers but also to vendors. * Purchase Orders/Institutional Contracts and LTAs issued in accordance with UNICEF Procurement procedures achieving maximum value for money ensuring valid quantities pricing and meeting lead-time requirements. * Procurement analysis of previous year executed Business Unit’s planning sessions conducted and documented procurement plans available regular monitoring with internal customers organized. * Supplier evaluations executed properly documented and filed. Feedback to suppliers is implemented as and when required. * Filing system in place and updated for all procurement cases and agreements under his/her portfolio. Continuous process improvements proposed and implemented supporting the efficiency of the Procurement Unit. * CRC cases planned submitted documented and filed. * Rapid and relevant responses and assistance provided to administrative tasks and any evolving need within the activities conducted by the Procurement Unit. Estimated Duration of the contract * 364 days Reporting To * The Procurement Officer in PFP Geneva Working Place * Geneva Switzerland To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have… Education * Completion of secondary education is required preferably supplemented by technical or university courses related to the field of work Experience * A minimum of 6 years of relevant administrative or clerical work experience is required. * Solid experience with UN Supply & Procurement policies procedures and systems in particular related to procurement of complex services. * Experience managing international tenders and interacting with the UN and/or multilateral organizations global vendors and decentralized offices. * Good knowledge of ERP/VISION environment. * General Service Staff are recruited locally. Candidates must be in possession of an existing visa/work permit or be a resident/citizen of Switzerland and/or a commuting area to be considered eligible for this position. * UN/UNICEF experience is an asset. Language Requirements * Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language is considered as an asset. For every Child you demonstrate... UNICEF’s Core Values of Care Respect Integrity Trust Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: https://uni.cf/UNICEFValues The UNICEF competencies required for this post are... * Demonstrates Self Awareness and Ethical Awareness (1) * Works Collaboratively with others (1) * Builds and Maintains Partnerships (1) * Innovates and Embraces Change (1) * Thinks and Acts Strategically (1) * Drives to achieve impactful results (1) * Manages ambiguity and complexity (1) are required. During the recruitment process we test candidates following the competency framework. Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels: competency framework here. UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce and encourages all candidates irrespective of gender nationality religious and ethnic backgrounds including persons living with disabilities to apply to become a part of the organization. We offer a wide range of benefits to our staff including paid parental leave breastfeeding breaks and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working arrangements. UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF including sexual exploitation and abuse sexual harassment abuse of authority and discrimination. UNICEF also adheres to strict child safeguarding principles. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles and will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check. Remarks UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance. Issuance of a visa by the host country of the duty station which will be facilitated by UNICEF is required for IP positions. Appointments may also be subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid). Government employees that are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government before taking up an assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment without compensation if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained or necessary inoculation requirements are not met within a reasonable period for any reason. General Service Staff are recruited locally. Candidates must be in possession of an existing visa/work permit or be a resident/citizen of Switzerland and/or a commuting area to be considered eligible for this position. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.


Job Description Background Diversity Equity and Inclusion are core principles at UNDP: we value diversity as an expression of the multiplicity of nations and cultures where we operate we foster inclusion as a way of ensuring all personnel are empowered to contribute to our mission and we ensure equity and fairness in all our actions. Taking a ‘leave no one behind’ approach to our diversity efforts means increasing representation of underserved populations. People who identify as belonging to marginalized or excluded populations are strongly encouraged to apply. Learn more about working at UNDP including our values and inspiring stories. UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse any kind of harassment including sexual harassment and discrimination. All selected candidates will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks. Job Purpose and Organizational Context The UNDP Strategic Plan embraces the complexity of development and commits the organization to helping countries find faster more durable solutions to achieve Agenda 2030. Important development trends like urbanization climate change and rising inequalities pose significant challenges on our path to achieve the 2030 agenda of achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). UNDP has begun incubating a number of strategic initiatives aimed at ensuring UNDP is ‘fit for purpose’ to deliver a new generation of solutions in line with the challenges the world faces. One such key strategic initiatives is the UNDP Accelerator Lab Network which operates as part of UNDP’s sustainable development offering. Within The First 6-8 Months Of The Lab Fully Functioning Each Member Of The Core Team Will Take The Lead On One Of The Following Functions The Accelerator Labs will be comprised of a core team with niche capabilities that focus on exploration experimentation and grassroots innovation. * Coordination * Training * Communications The Core team of the Accelerator lab will have capabilities in: * Experimentation (instituting rapid learning about emerging challenges through design and running of a portfolio of experiments that is coherent with the type of challenges that are part of UNDP’s strategic plan and * Mapping Solutions: ethnographic methods and immersion in community dynamics identification of and work with lead users and implications of bottom up solutions for the policy design * Exploration: The exploration function focuses on discovery and sensemaking of emerging trends implications for systemic impacts and risks and their potential for accelerating progress toward SDGs. Its work feeds into the portfolio of experiments ensuring its coherence with the emerging risks and opportunities and connects local dynamics and solutions into the broader national and international ecosystem of potential funders partners and allies thereby increasing the chances for acceleration. While critical for the functioning of the Accelerator Lab the exploration function will also service the Country Office as determined and agreed with the UNDP senior management. Duties And Responsibilities You are excited about starting designing and managing activities direct engagement with local communities and collaboration across global networks. You are driven by learning new things figuring out how they work and translating them across sectors. You tell stories of emergent solutions and you gravitate to solving global development challenges. You have a natural inclination to interdisciplinarity cross cultural mindset and cross sectoral experience with the cosmopolitan attraction for diversity. You are driven by a strong sense of purpose and commitment to make change happen and a keen eye to identify emerging opportunities and ‘at the edge’ trends. You are open to discovery and exploration capable of articulating insights and ideas through visual thinking open to serendipity and discovery yet are pragmatic and constructive working with public sector authorities. You are comfortable with ambiquity capable of zooming out for context and zooming in for content and execution- sharp in pursuit of objectives fast at adapting and changing course when needed. You have superb compentencies in program and portfolio management are at ease with decision-making processes and dynamics of different models of governance. You are curious a natural strategic thinker and a talented do-er. You understand systems the good the bad and the ugly and are capable of working within bureaucracies to make change leverage technology to extend enhance and multiply exploration discovery and execution. You are digitally savy you hack tools and you are keen to be a part of a large global organization exhibiting United Nations values. Key Duties And Accountabilities * Horizon scanning and intelligence for the Accelerator Lab * Identify visualize and communicate emerging development trends data technologies and issues with a particular focus on the edges and “below the radar screen” events opportunities and players and systemically map their impacts on economy environment society and livelihoods of the poorest * Identify new sources of evidence and insights analyze and visualize patterns in unstructured sources of data present new insights in accessible and comprehensive ways to enable sensemaking and analysis * Proactively explore and identify the new methods/approaches and frontier knowledge to tackle development challenges collaborate with the Experimentation lead to turn these into learning options for addressing specific policy issues in the country * Provide technical guidance for horizon scanning foresight and data analysis for colleagues and partners * Contribute to the formulation of the Accelerator Lab service lines to the UNDP Country Programme based on findings from horizon scanning systems’ mapping and local knowledge * Tapping into new data sources * Set up partnerships with private sector companies including mobile network operators among others to gain access to anonymized data sets that can be used for sustainable development * Demonstrate through exploratory tests the utility of new data sources for UNDP’s development work * Create partnerships for analyses of real time and other data to better inform decisions and policies * Design and deliver workshops tools or platforms that tap into the collective intelligence of communities and mobilise action * Transform unstructured data sets into insights for UNDP and partners * Proactively manage risks with using data and technology including those related to ethics and privacy * Working out loud * Share findings from the exploration on future trends new methodologies/approaches potential partnershipand others within UNDP and with partners * Proactively use blog posts and social media to share insights attract partners and help position Accelerator Lab at the forefront of the exploration of new trends * Liaise with UNDP’s global Accelerator Lab network and share learnings and insights from the country-specific experience * Jointly with the CO support lab partners to develop an emerging pipeline of new initiatives support other activities related to the design and operation of the Lab * Organizational learning and interface with the core business of UNDP * Set up tools and partnerships to ransform information into actionable intelligence * Design and deliver horizon scanning trainings for partners and UNDP help embed horizon scanning and attention to the ‘edge’ activities in the CO and with the partners * Work together with your Accelerator Lab colleagues and experts to codify and advance the Accelerator Lab practice and exploration in particular * Organize and implement knowledge sharing and network events * Lead other activities related to the design and operations of the Accelerator Lab * Design and deliver engaging and meaningful methods for reflection on learning from explorations Core 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 Thematic Area Name Definition Business Direction and Strategy System Thinking Ability to use objective problem analysis and judgement to understand how interrelated elements coexist within an overall process or system and to consider how altering one element can impact on other parts of the system Business Development Knowledge Generation Ability to research and turn information into useful knowledge relevant for context or responsive to a stated need Digital and Innovation Story Telling Ability to empathise with people's perceptions motivations feelings and mental models and craft narratives to build an emotive argument for change accordingly. Ability to present data insights or information in compelling ways to mobilise resources talent or action. Ability to choose media and channels that is fit for purpose to reach specific target audiences. Digital and Innovation Data Analysis Ability to extract analyse and visualize data (including Real-Time Data) to form meaningful insights and aid effective decision making Digital and Innovation Collective Intelligence Design Ability to design lead or manage processes that help a collective to become smarter together by bringing together diverse groups of people data and technology. Ability to define and articulate why and how collective intelligence can add value to development programming (understanding problems; finding solutions; decision making and mobilising action; monitoring progress in real time learning and adapting) Being able to integrate different types of data (realtime ‘ground-truth’ and novel data) to unlock fresh insights. Understand guidelines and principles around data privacy ethics and protection. Increase diversity of inputs - and look beyond the 'usual suspects' ability to navigate and manage a variety of actors appreciate the diversity in perspectives opinions expertise. Ability to facilitate platforms or sessions where people can contribute by providing their views and ideas independently and freely. Being people-centred: ensure people understand and can determine how their data is used. Feed back inputs and insights to empower people don’t extract data. Required Education Required Skills and Experience * Master’s degree in Social sciences Data science Statistics Physics Computer Science Business Intelligence or related field OR * Bachelor’s degree in Social sciences Data science Statistics Physics Computer Science Business Intelligence or related field and minimum of 4 years of professional experience in development programming or policy; social innovation; partnership building; engagement (public and private sector) and/or resource mobilization Required Experience * Candidates with master's degree a minimum of 2 years of professional experience in development programming or policy; social innovation; partnership building; engagement (public and private sector) and/or resource mobilization * Candidates with bachelor's degree a minimum of 4 years of professional experience in development programming or policy; social innovation; partnership building; engagement (public and private sector) and/or resource mobilization * Professional experience in development programming or policy and social innovation; * Demonstrated capacity in horizon scanning; * Demonstrated capacity in data analysis and visualization. * Proficiency in written and spoken Spanish and English. Experience In Following Areas Is Desirable But Not Necessary * Proven professional knowledge and experience in social innovation approaches such as Systems Thinking Ethnography Crowdsourcing Collective Intelligence Design Citizen Science Positive Deviance Social Network Analysis Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning * Professional experience in partnership building and engagement (public and private sector) * Demonstrated capacity to use open data mobile data geospatial data drone & satellite data citizen data for informing policy making strategic planning or programme design. * Proven professional knowledge and experience in at least one of the following: Future thinking and Foresight Design Research and Systems Mapping; * Key awareness of key global and regional trends; * Demonstrated access to networks of edge innovators. Please note that continuance of appointment beyond the initial 12 months is contingent upon the successful completion of a probationary period. 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UNICEF works in some of the world’s toughest places to reach the world’s most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential. Across 190 countries and territories we work for every child everywhere every day to build a better world for everyone. And we never give up. For every child protection Ethiopia is situated in the Horn of Africa and is the second most populous country on the continent with an estimated population of 115 million. It borders six African countries: Djibouti Eritrea Kenya Somalia South Sudan and Sudan and covers 1104300 square kilometers. Approximately 85 percent of the population lives in rural areas. Ethiopia represents a melting pot of ancient cultures with Middle Eastern and African cultures evident in the religious ethnic and language composition of its people. Over the past two years children and their families across Ethiopia faced multiple and complex emergencies such as the conflict in northern Ethiopia and the drought which resulted in millions of people in need of urgent humanitarian assistance. UNICEF has programmes in Child Protection WASH Health Nutrition Social Policy and Education and serves over 15 million children in Ethiopia. Join UNICEF Ethiopia to contribute to improving the lives of children and women. To see our year in review please click on https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bx_DayHVFVA How can you make a difference? Purpose The Ministry of Women and Social Affairs (MoWSA) is implementing a multi-year intervention the Response Recovery and Resilience for Conflict-affected Communities in Ethiopia (3RCACE) Project with financing from the World Bank. More information on the 3RCACE project can be found here: https://projects.worldbank.org/en/projects-operations/project-detail/P177233 UNICEF is a partner in the delivery of a component of this project which will focus on improving access to multi-sectoral response services for gender-based violence (GBV) survivors. The consultant will support UNICEF’s Child Protection Section in the coordination of the various aspects of the partnership with MoWSA including developing and implementing a GBV prevention methodology enhancing the delivery of mental health and psychosocial support (MHPSS) for survivors of GBV and providing technical assistance to the Project Implementation Unit (PIU) within MoWSA. Scope Of Work The consultant will lead the coordination of the various workstreams and activities undertaken by UNICEF in support of the delivery of the 3RCACE project. This will include: * Act as a focal point within UNICEF for the 3RCACE project; maintain document library coordinate UNICEF staff within the Country Office (CO) and Field Offices (FOs) in support of PIU and monitor progress against the work plan. * Regularly liaise with the Project Implementation Unit (PIU) of MoWSA as well as the UNICEF GBV in Emergencies Specialist MHPSS Specialist and other members of the UNICEF Child Protection Section in the Country Office as well as in the relevant Field Offices. * Provide project updates to the Chief of Child Protection GBViE Specialist MHPSS Specialist and others in UNICEF as required. * Support the PIU to establish and lead a technical working group or other coordination mechanism to support the delivery of 3RCACE. * Coordinate contracting of suppliers to undertake activities required for successful implementation of UNICEF’s contribution to the 3RCACE project including liaising with UNICEF Supply colleagues overseeing tender and selection processes quality assurance of deliverables and payment upon receipt of acceptable deliverables. * Receive requests for technical assistance from PIU and forward them to appropriate staff within UNICEF for follow-up and action. * Support delivery of capacity building: plan trainings coordinate with training facilitators to send invitations book venues prepare materials and draft training reports. * Support monitoring efforts including planning field visits and preparing visit reports. Coordinate with stakeholders of the project including Bureaus of Women and Social Affairs woreda leadership women’s organizations and women and girls affected by conflict. * Oversee reporting to PIU including collecting and combining input from relevant colleagues for UNICEF’s contribution to the 3RCACE project and liaising with Donor Relations. Tasks/Milestone Work Assignment Overview: Deliverables/Outputs Act as focal point within UNICEF for the 3RCACE project; maintain document library coordinate UNICEF staff within Country Office (CO) and Field Offices (FOs) in support of PIU and monitor progress against work plan. Monthly report and timesheet Regularly liaise with the Project Implementation Unit (PIU) of MoWSA as well as the UNICEF GBV in Emergencies Specialist MHPSS Specialist and other members of the UNICEF Child Protection Section in the Country Office as well as in the relevant Field Offices. Monthly report and timesheet Provide project updates to the Chief of Child Protection GBViE Specialist MHPSS Specialist and others in UNICEF as required. Monthly report and timesheet Support the PIU to establish and lead a technical working group or other coordination mechanisms to support the delivery of 3RCACE. Monthly report and timesheet Coordinate contracting of suppliers to undertake activities required for successful implementation of UNICEF’s contribution to the 3RCACE project including liaising with UNICEF Supply colleagues overseeing tender and selection processes quality assurance of deliverables and payment upon receipt of acceptable deliverables. Monthly report and timesheet Receive requests for technical assistance from PIU and forward them to appropriate staff within UNICEF for follow-up and action. Monthly report and timesheet Support delivery of capacity building: plan trainings coordinate with training facilitators to send invitations book venues prepare materials and draft training reports. Monthly report and timesheet Support monitoring efforts including planning field visits and preparing visit reports Coordinate with stakeholders of the project including Bureaus of Women and Social Affairs woreda leadership women’s organizations and women and girls affected by conflict. Monthly report and timesheet Oversee reporting to PIU including collecting and combining input from relevant colleagues for UNICEF’s contribution to the 3RCACE project and liaising with Donor Relations. Monthly report and timesheet To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have… * An advanced university degree in Psychology Sociology Gender Studies Public Health International Development Business Administration Project Management or equivalent programme experience. * A minimum of Five (5) years of professional experience in managing development projects ideally with a focus on gender and/or GBV. * Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic Chinese French Russian or Spanish) or a local language is an asset. * Excellent organizational skills including managing multiple concurrent tasks prioritizing urgent activities and ensuring timelines and deadlines are met. * Experience working on World Bank-funded projects or with a UN organization. * Excellent communication skills able to write concise and informative reports using information from multiple sources. * Able to effectively engage with various audiences including senior leadership teams and Government and community-based stakeholders. * Demonstrated knowledge of evidence and practice on GBV prevention including social norm change interventions. * Familiar with basic concepts of MHPSS including the survivor-centered approach in service delivery. * Strong networking and influencing skills; able to solve problems creatively. Notice for Consultancy Advert:- Please note that applications submitted without a fee rate (daily rate or lumpsum fee) will not be considered. For every Child you demonstrate... UNICEF’s Core Values Of * Care * Respect * Integrity * Trust * Accountability * Sustainability CRITAS underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF Values Core Competencies UNICEF competencies required for this post are… * Demonstrates Self Awareness and Ethical Awareness (1) * Works Collaboratively with others (1) * Builds and Maintains Partnerships (1) * Innovates and Embraces Change (1) * Thinks and Acts Strategically (1) * Drive to achieve impactful results (1) * Manages ambiguity and complexity (1) To view our competency framework please visit here. UNICEF is here to serve the world’s most disadvantaged children and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone irrespective of their race/ethnicity age disability gender identity sexual orientation religion nationality socio-economic background or any other personal characteristic. For this position eligible and suitable female candidates are encouraged to apply. UNICEF offers reasonable accommodation for consultants/individual contractors with disabilities. This may include for example accessible software travel assistance for missions or personal attendants. We encourage you to disclose your disability during your application in case you need reasonable accommodation during the selection process and afterwards in your assignment. UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF including sexual exploitation and abuse sexual harassment abuse of authority and discrimination. UNICEF also adheres to strict child safeguarding principles. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles and will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check. Remarks Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process. Individuals engaged under a consultancy or individual contract will not be considered “staff members” under the Staff Regulations and Rules of the United Nations and UNICEF’s policies and procedures and will not be entitled to benefits provided therein (such as leave entitlements and medical insurance coverage). Their conditions of service will be governed by their contract and the General Conditions of Contracts for the Services of Consultants and Individual Contractors. Consultants and individual contractors are responsible for determining their tax liabilities and for the payment of any taxes and/or duties in accordance with local or other applicable laws. The selected candidate is solely responsible to ensure that the visa (if applicable) and health insurance required to perform the duties of the contract are valid for the entire period of the contract. Selected candidates are subject to confirmation of fully-vaccinated status against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid-19) with a World Health Organization (WHO)-endorsed vaccine which must be met prior to taking up the assignment. It does not apply to consultants who will work remotely and are not expected to work on or visit UNICEF premises programme delivery locations or directly interact with communities UNICEF works with nor to travel to perform functions for UNICEF for the duration of their consultancy contracts.


Position Title: Boat Skipper Project: Strengthening Competitiveness Agriculture Livelihoods and Environment – Natural Resource Management (SCALE-NRM) USAID Program Location: Auki Malaita Solomon Islands Unit: Agriculture Resilience and Water Unit Reports to: Finance and Operations Team Leader Position Summary: Winrock International (WI) is currently recruiting for the position of a Boat Skipper in its Malaita project office to support the five-year USAID-funded Solomon Islands Strengthening Competitiveness Agriculture Livelihoods and Environment – Natural Resource Management (SCALE-NRM) Program. The SCALE-NRM Program will foster conservation economies at a community scale that provide opportunities for income generation from NRM and drive provincial and national government commitment to natural resource governance. As USAID's flagship NRM initiative in the Solomon Islands SCALE-NRM will pave the way for future USAID investments in promoting competitive sustainable and inclusive economic development. SCALE-NRM has three objectives: * Promote a people-centered approach to resource governance which will leverage the traditional connection among Solomon Islanders and a track record of communities organizing themselves around specific opportunities * Strengthen markets for conservation through provincial and community-driven schemes that ensure communities have options to pursue alternative livelihoods and participate in diversified economic opportunities from environmental conservation * Build the capacity of government in implementing a holistic ecosystem-wide approach to NRM which includes ecosystem health land-use climate change adaption and economic development In coordination with the Chief of Party the Boat Skipper will be responsible for all the logistical needs of the project. Taking field staff to their designated communities in Malaita Province. Major Responsibilities: * Discharge competence in boat skippering and traveling in any weather condition whilst in transit to any prescribed destination with Malaita province. * Ensure safety of Winrock International Personals (Passenger) on board whilst in transit or prescribed destination. Always have on board life jackets - never traveled without one. * Always remind passengers to wear life jackets during travel. * Any authorized passengers are not allowed to travel in WI Boat. * Always ensure no smoking drinking alcohol chewing betel-nuts in the boat during travel. * Be responsible for handling of Winrock International outboard motor and boat as transport skipper to places of project activity. * Always ensure to do regular routine checks on both the boat and the outboard motor engine before going out to the field. Ensure both are in good condition all the time from any fault. * Carry out routine services and maintenance of Winrock International outboard motor and boat to ensure seaworthiness of travelling prior to any trip is undertaken for delivering of Winrock International programs. * Be responsible for mooring of Winrock International boat and safe gear (Life jacket paddle engine tool kit flare) in safe custodian. * Maintain a log book to record regular routine service and maintenance of Winrock International outboard motor engine and report to FOTL if there's any fault of technical nature requiring service or repair. * Maintain a log book to keep record of fuel used during each travel to ensure that fuel is not been misused by other parties. * Ensure the boat clean and tidy at all times. * Ensure to flag out any accidental or safety concerns to FOTL while traveling. Example: encountering bad weather. Position Qualifications: The ideal candidate will have the following experience: * Has knowledge in basic OBM maintenance skills. * Have 5 years work experience in similar work. * Has skills in boat skippering and has local knowledge on inter island coastal navigation at any time of day (Night & day) especially in the Malaita Province. * Have basic knowledge of Sea Safety issues. * Strong very energetic and well and willing to work after hours. * Must be 25 years of age or above. * Has confidence in travel alone at any time of day. * Understand Basic English language and be able to communicate. All interested candidates shall submit their applications and one-page cover letter (maximum 5 pages including resume in English indicating Boat Skipper Solomon Islands in the subject line. Qualified applicants will be contacted by Winrock International. Winrock is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all people and value diversity and inclusiveness. Winrock recruits employs trains promotes and compensates regardless of race color religion sex gender gender identity gender expression sexual orientation national origin ancestry citizenship age physical or mental disability medical condition family care status or any other basis protected by law. At Winrock we have a clear mission: Empower the disadvantaged increase economic opportunity and sustain natural resources through unwavering dedication to accountability equity innovation integrity and transformation. Winrock knows that its success comes from the hard work and steadfast dedication of its diverse workforce. Winrock remains committed to maintaining diversity inclusion and equity across the entire organization


Job Description The Position: Under the supervision of the Humanitarian Programme Coordinator the Humanitarian Project Analyst will support implementation of the UNFPA humanitarian response interventions. The objective is to expedite the provision of comprehensive lifesaving Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH) and Gender Based Violence (GBV) mitigation and response services in the protracted crisis settings of Afghan refugees in Balochistan while ensuring a holistic approach to humanitarian assistance. How You Can Make a Difference UNFPA is the lead UN agency for delivering a world where every pregnancy is wanted every childbirth is safe and every young person's potential is fulfilled. UNFPA’s strategic plan (2022-2025) reaffirms the relevance of the current strategic direction of UNFPA and focuses on three transformative results: to end preventable maternal deaths; end unmet need for family planning; and end gender-based violence and harmful practices. These results capture our strategic commitments on accelerating progress towards realizing the ICPD and SDGs in the Decade of Action leading up to 2030. Our strategic plan calls upon UN Member States organizations and individuals to “build forward better” while addressing the negative impacts of the Covid-19 pandemic on women’s and girls’ access to sexual and reproductive health and reproductive rights recover lost gains and realize our goals. In a world where fundamental human rights are at risk we need principled and ethical staff who embody these international norms and standards and who will defend them courageously and with full conviction. UNFPA is seeking candidates that transform inspire and deliver high impact and sustained results; we need staff who are transparent exceptional in how they manage the resources entrusted to them and who commit to deliver excellence in programme results. Job Purpose The Humanitarian Project Analyst will be the focal Point for programme planning information and data management performance monitoring and reporting on IP’s work plans relating to the humanitarian emergency preparedness and response including managing data for both programme and supply chain in coordination with the M&E and Procurement and Supply Chain units. The Analyst will work closely with the focal points in government implementing partners development partners civil society as well as UN sister organizations (e.g. UNHCR UNICEF IOM WFP and WHO) to ensure UNFPA programme implementation to the vulnerable groups including the temporary displaced person (TDPs). The technical and coordination work expected from the Humanitarian Project Analyst shall be in line with the donor requirements under the US PRM funds DFAT and funds from the Embassy of the Republic of Korea. You Would Be Responsible For Information and Data Management: * Collecting and creating database on relevant SRH and GBV indictors and managing existing data platforms and tools that support data collection and analysis. * Providing critical analysis of routine data received from UNFPA Implementing partners (IPs) to assess the trends in service delivery and beneficiary reach. * Providing technical support to rapid needs assessments (inter-agency or independently if necessary) through making available adequate information to determine programmatic needs in SRH and GBV. * Reporting on the situation of women and girls in humanitarian settings in support of annual reviews mid-term reviews donor reports or other progress reports. * Assisting the relevant UNFPA units (SRH and GBV team) in collecting data on SRH and GBV 5Ws under Protection/GBV and health sector working group in the provinces. * Conducting periodical environmental scanning and reporting back to the management for an up-to-date information on security situation Afghan Refugees protracted crisis and disaster early warnings that can potentially impact UNFPA programmes and projects in the field. Programme Planning Monitoring And Reporting * Participating in the preparation/development of work plans including identifying a set of programme performance indicators for work plans. * Undertaking regular field monitoring visits and meeting with IPs to assess overall progress of the programme implementation in the ground * Contributing to the development of field monitoring frameworks and monitoring calendars and regular tracking of the implementation of key actions and recommendations identified during field monitoring missions. * Facilitating learning sessions and dissemination of knowledge and good practices products generated through programme monitoring and reporting. * Identifying evidence-based innovative and replicable programmatic solutions to address pressing SRH and GBV issues in the field in coordination with local partners. * Preparing accurate quality and timely standard periodical corporate reports as well as donor reports. Humanitarian Supply Chain (Last Mile Assurance) * Identifying supply needs and preparing procurement and distribution plans for humanitarian emergency response interventions in collaboration with Supply Chain Specialist and Procurement and Programme Associate. * Ensuring availability of UNFPA supplies and commodities for last mile assurance in coordination with the operations and SCM team. * Supporting Operations team in a timely and effective manner to respond to IP supply-chain management (SCM) capacity gaps. * Monitoring the performance of IPs and enforce accountability for the safeguarding management and use of supplies. * Coordinating for on-the-job trainings and capacity building of the warehouse managers of implementing partners receiving UNFPA programme supplies in close collaboration with other UN agencies/health sector partners who are also providing health supplies Education Qualifications and Experience: * Advanced university degree in the field of Social Science Public health and/or other related science field; Knowledge And Experience * Prior experience in in the field of reproductive health GBV in emergencies preferably in the UN system or INGO * Prior experience preferably in in the field of Humanitarian Project implementation and coordination; * Excellent analytical communication and writing skills including experience in drafting reports and technical guidelines; * Experience in liaising with different counterparts facilitating consultations meetings and workshops. * Excellent Computer skills: MS Word Excel Power Point and database software; * Understanding and respect of the mission and core values of UNFPA and active upholding of United Nations guiding principle; * Familiarity with UNFPA coordination mechanisms in emergencies; * Ability to work independently as well as part of a team; * Initiative sound judgment and demonstrated ability to work harmoniously with staff members of different national and cultural backgrounds. Business administration Languages Fluency in English is required. Working knowledge of other UN languages would be an asset. Values Required Competencies: Exemplifying integrity Demonstrating commitment to UNFPA and the UN system Embracing cultural diversity Embracing change Core Competencies Achieving results Being accountable Developing and applying professional expertise/business acumen Thinking analytically and strategically Working in teams/managing ourselves and our relationships Functional Competencies * External and internal communication and advocacy for results mobilization. * Internal and external communication and resource mobilization. * Creating visibility for the organization. * Generating managing and promoting the use of knowledge and Information. * Building strategic alliances and partnerships. * Advocacy/ Advancing a policy-oriented agenda Compensation And Benefits This position offers an attractive remuneration package including a competitive net salary plus health insurance and other benefits as applicable. Disclaimer UNFPA does not charge any application processing training interviewing testing or other fee in connection with the application or recruitment process. Fraudulent notices letters or offers may be submitted to the UNFPA fraud hotline http://www.unfpa.org/help/hotline.cfm In accordance with the Staff Regulations and Rules of the United Nations persons applying to posts in the international Professional category who hold permanent resident status in a country other than their country of nationality may be required to renounce such status upon their appointment.


Job Title: Portfolio Analyst/Senior Portfolio Analyst - LatAm Department: Investments Location: Bethesda MD (Greater Washington D.C. metro area) Hybrid Onsite Job Status: Full time About The Company A DAI Global Company MicroVest Capital Management is an asset management firm dedicated to applying a commercial framework to investing in unbanked and under-served markets. We focus on a sustainable investment process that provides private capital to responsible microfinance and small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) finance institutions in frontier and emerging markets. We believe a commercial approach offers the most effective scalable and sustainable solution for generating meaningful financial and social returns to our investors. Since our founding MicroVest has disbursed more than $1 billion to over 200 microfinance and SME finance institutions in more than 60 countries. Wholly owned subsidiary of DAI Global LLC MicroVest is a registered investment adviser Certified B Corporation. Our Culture MicroVest (MV) is committed to excellence in purposeful investing. We strive to generate sustainable returns for our investors worldwide. Our hiring process seeks to identify highly skilled individuals with deep domain expertise and a strong commitment to social justice. A unique combination of experience industry knowledge and extensive networks enable our team to identify opportunities conduct due diligence invest and monitor our portfolio with efficiency prudence and creativity. Our portfolios are managed by a diverse team of experienced investment professionals who have lived and worked in many of the emerging and frontier markets where we invest. Our culture emphasizes collaboration and a commitment to socially responsible investing. Job Description The LatAm Portfolio Analyst/Senior Portfolio Analyst is responsible for monitoring performance metrics and trends of RFIs held in MicroVest’s portfolios while supporting the Investment Team in assessing and managing portfolio risk developing and managing RFI relationships and underwriting RFI transactions. In addition the Analyst must have an existing deep network of contacts in the Latin America region. Responsibilities Portfolio Monitoring Monitor portfolio RFI performance metrics trends and compliance with legal agreements; analyze trends and report issues to the attention of the Chief Risk Officer. * Perform quarterly monitoring of RFI performance. * Liaise with portfolio RFIs to obtain timely reporting of financial and portfolio data. * Analyze financial and portfolio data using standardized financial analysis templates. * Follow up with portfolio RFIs to resolve data issues and obtain further information. * Highlight trends/issues and follow up with relevant Investment and Risk team members. * Participate in update calls with portfolio RFIs and relevant Investment Officers. * Maintain and update credit risk scoring models (quarterly) for portfolio RFIs. * Monitor portfolio company compliance with reporting and financial covenants. * Support Investment Legal and Risk teams to resolve issues * Track portfolio companies in forbearance or restructuring status participate in weekly meetings addressing forbearances/restructurings covenant breaches. * Maintain MicroVest database of portfolio RFI financial information. * Monitor integrity and timeliness of data. * Prepare reports from database to identify portfolio risk characteristics and trends. * Prepare periodic written analyses of portfolio company performance trends. * Qualitative analysis of portfolio RFI operations management and governance. * Liaise with Risk team to produce requested reviews of portfolio RFI performance and summaries of portfolio RFI risk evolutions. * Contribute to valuations of debt and equity investments. * Update portfolio company credit risk scores using MV proprietary internal obligor and sovereign scoring models for use by Risk and F&A teams in performing valuation of debt investments. * Provide analysis of portfolio RFI performance market comps and market trends to justify valuations of legacy equity investments. Underwriting Support Provide underwriting support to Investment Team as directed. * Perform country risk analysis – economic political regulatory business environment financial sector. * Perform financial analysis of prospective and existing portfolio RFIs. * Assist in the preparation of Deal Alerts and Investment Committee Memos. * Support Investment Team due diligence and monitoring activities attend regional conferences. * Support the investment closing and disbursement process. Skills And Qualifications * Work experience or academic training in business and financial statement analysis. * Experience and interest in international development or finance particularly in emerging markets. * Strong analytical skills attention to detail and solution-orientation capabilities. * Proficient with Microsoft Office software an d experience and interest in database management and reporting. Additional responsibilities may be assigned as business needs evolve. MicroVest's analyst will be eligible to participate in a piloted analyst program which offers robust training and a clear path to growth. Minimum Qualifications: * Grade 6: 3 years professional work experience and a Bachelor’s degree OR 1 year of professional work experience and a Master’s degree. * Grade 7: 4 years professional work experience and a Bachelor’s degree OR 2 years of professional work experience and a Master’s degree. * Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered. * 1-2 years’ experience in the financial sector (banking investment management finance or accounting). Preferred Qualifications: * Degree in Accounting Finance or International Relations preferred. Candidates must include a cover letter and resume with their application. MicroVest and its employees are committed to confronting racism and holding ourselves accountable for positive change within the company and in the communities cultures and countries in which we live and work. MicroVest is committed to attracting and retaining the best employees from all races and backgrounds in our continued effort to become a better development partner. MicroVest upholds the highest ethical standards. We are committed to the prevention of sexual exploitation abuse and harassment as well as other ethical breaches. All of our positions are therefore subject to stringent vetting and reference checks. MicroVest is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer with a commitment to diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or status as a protected veteran. MicroVest requires COVID 19 vaccinations subject to accommodation required by law.


Overview Jhpiego is an international non-profit health organization affiliated with Johns Hopkins University. Jhpiego works with health experts governments and community leaders to provide high-quality health care for their people. Jhpiego develops strategies to help countries care for themselves by training competent health care workers strengthening health systems and improving delivery of care. Jhpiego seeks a Project Assistant to play a vital role in supporting the successful completion of projects by helping keep the project team organized on track and focused on meeting project objectives. Responsibilities * Provides administrative support to the team by organizing schedules arranging appointments managing emails maintaining files and records and drafting documents; * Responsible for providing logistical support to the team including arranging meetings conferences and workshops this includes managing the logistics of the event arranging travel and preparing materials managing inventory coordinating shipments and ensuring that products are delivered on time; * Responsible for communicating with vendors partners and team to ensure the smooth operation of administrative and logistical functions; * Taking notes and minutes during business meetings; * The Project Assistant may be assigned other duties as needed by the organization. Required Qualifications * Diploma in administration or related fields with minimum of 2 years’ experience in admin and /or logistics; * Proficiency in Microsoft Office software applications; * Should be able to identify and solve problems that may arise during administrative and logistical processes; * Should have excellent attention to detail to ensure that all administrative and logistical tasks are completed accurately and efficiently; * Should be able to manage multiple tasks at once and prioritize tasks based on urgency and importance; * Proficiency in both written and spoken English. 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