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. The overall aim of this project is to contribute to the improvement of Government finance and to its effort to strengthen the economy of Timor-Leste through increasing security developing export market sustaining economic growth and improving trade competitiveness. the immediate objectives of the project are to increase efficiency in the Customs clearance process by integrating and synchronizing it with those of eight (8) selected Other Government Agencies and with those of two (2) selected countries among ASEAN and CPLP. This is expected to improve regulatory and revenue control further to strengthen the customs computerized system and to reduce the administrative burden on the trading community to a minimum. This project follows the recently completed ASYCUDA World project in Timor-Leste upon which it shall build upon. This position is only apply for national and not applicable for international. Duties And Responsibilities Summary of Key Functions: The Customs/trainer specialist in close cooperation with UNCTAD international experts and the National Project Manager will provide support to the CA and OGAs processes assessment and recommendations for improvement and to CPLP and ASEAN Member State. The Customs/Trainer specialist will report to the National Project Manager. The Customs/trainer Specialist Will Be Specifically Responsible For * Assessing and making recommendations on customs procedures tariff management classifications and other procedural aspects of customs clearance as well as overall customs management; * Assisting with review of customs and OGAs procedures and configuration and customization of ASYCUDA World; * Assisting with review of customs and OGAs documentation in line with TL-TSWS implementation; * Assisting with validation of procedures and documentation by competent authorities; * Assisting with development of functional training modules and training implementation plan; * Provide support to Customs in implementing CA Single Window related training plan through: * Designing and delivering targeted classroom-based training programs; * Providing one on one training and mentoring to CA staff; * Coordinating experts to deliver appropriate packages of training and mentoring in order to build skills for analytical projects relevant to the work of staff in CA * Providing feedback/support on customs functional areas; * Performing such other functions as assigned by UNCTAD regional coordinator; It is important to ensure that the Customs/trainer specialist is a dynamic and pro-active individual committed to and accountable for making progress in the project. Expected Key Results * Assessment and revision of Customs and OGAs procedures completed * Recommendations for customs and OGAs procedures submitted * Prepare and submit quarterly report that: Assess individual progress against the course learning objectives and evaluate the effectiveness of the interventions and recommend adjustments to the training plan * Validation and endorsement of submitted recommendation followed-up * Training completed and user guide completed and distributed. Performance Evaluation * The performance of the incumbent will be appraised and evaluate by Supervisor of UNCTAD/ASYCUDA using the Performance Appraisal System put in place and monitored by the Customs Authority Ministry of Finance. * This process will include a probation review within three (3) months of the commencement of the contract regular reporting ongoing workplace communications and annual performance appraisal. Competencies * Demonstrates integrity and commitment to project principles and values and ethical standard * Strong interpersonal and communications skills * Ability to work well as part of a multi-cultural team and displays gender religion race nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability. * Ability for team working * Self-management emotional intelligence and conflict management * Analytical and strategic thinking/results orientation * Knowledge sharing Education Required Skills and Experience * A bachelor’s degree with a minimum four years of working experiences in the field of governance particularly in customs area or a master’s degree in public administration or related fields with a minimum of two years of working experiences in the field of governance and customs area Experience * Four years’ experience in Customs operations procedures and intricate details of the customs clearance process * Good working knowledge of Customs Acts and regulations * Demonstrating knowledge on international trade regulations and customs compliance * Proven experience in communication among different government ministries with good knowledge of regulations pertaining the activities of government agencies * Proven experience in preparing training materials (user guide tutorials …) and in conducting training * Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages and advanced knowledge of spreadsheets Disclaimer Important information for US Permanent Residents ('Green Card' holders) Under US immigration law acceptance of a staff position with UNDP an international organization may have significant implications for US Permanent Residents. 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Summary The Australia Pacific Partnerships Platform is seeking a suitably qualified and experienced financial auditing services firm to undertake an independent financial audit of the Partnerships Platform program delivered by DT Global. Description Request for Tender - Independent Financial Audit of the Australia-Pacific Partnerships Platform Program Background The Australia-Pacific Partnerships Platform (Partnerships Platform) is an Australian Government initiative funded by the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) and managed by DT Global. It provides Pacific Countries with a suite of flexible fit-for-purpose options that support broad governance and stability development outcomes. The Partnerships Platform has provided services to these Pacific Countries through advisory services a support unit and program designs. These services are formalised under a Head Deed agreement between DFAT and DT Global Asia Pacific with a total of 16 service order agreements under the Head Deed umbrella. About the Engagement: DT Global Asia Pacific Pty Ltd (DT Global) the managing contractor for the Australia-Pacific Partnerships Platform wishes to engage a highly reputable audit firm to provide an independent financial audit of the Partnerships Platform program. The external audit is an important part of the overall processes to independently help identify risk improve internal controls value-add to the project and to identify improvements to the way that the project operates. The audit will assess the adequacy of the financial management procedures and relevant contractual obligations of the Partnerships Platform program. The external audit shall be carried out in an independent objective and professional manner with the highest integrity. The work of the audit firm must adhere to the standards and guidelines for the professional practice of financial audit as set out in the international financial reporting standards. International Financial Reporting Standards The audit will focus on the Partnership Platform’s books of accounts for the period of Program commencement - 1 August 2021 to 30 June 2022 and the financial year ended 30 June 2023. Specifically the program bank account which opened and began operating in October 2022. The audit work will be undertaken remotely with no in-country inputs required. Requirement for the RFT (Request for Tender) To access the Request for Tender (RFT) document please click on the link or copy paste it to access the full Terms of Reference for this tender: http://surl.li/kbgyg Application submission The tender submission deadline is 8 September 2023 at 5.00pm AEST. All applications should be sent to: operations@auspacpartnerships.com.au Any questions about the requirements of the activity or tender should be sent by email to the address above by 1 September 2023. About DT Global 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. For more information please see www.dt-global.com DT Global is committed to child protection and safeguarding the welfare of children in the delivery of our international development programs. We are committed to Safety and the Prevention of Sexual Abuse and Harassment (PSEAH) and bribery prevention. DT Global is an equal opportunity employer and we encourage women men people with diverse backgrounds and people living with disabilities to apply. This program is funded by the Australian Government and Managed by DT Global.


Position Title: Payroll Officer (International Payroll) Job Code: VN 2023 83 Duty Station: Manila Philippines Classification: Professional Staff Grade P3 Type of Appointment: Fixed term one year with possibility of extension Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible Closing Date: 12 September 2023 Job Description Under the overall supervision of the Chief Manila Human Resources Operations (MHRO) and direct supervision of the Payroll Manager the Payroll Officer (International Payroll) will be responsible for supervising a team of payroll professionals for ensuring consistent high quality and timely processing of the international professional staff payroll and entitlements payments accounting for payroll and year end closure tasks. The successful candidate is responsible for ensuring compliance and adherence with IOM HR and financial regulations rules policies. The services provides support for nearly 3000+ staff members of the organization. The Payroll Officer (International Payroll) helps the Payroll Manager to build lead manage motivate and build the capacity of a dynamic team of specialist staff. The successful candidate's ability to pragmatically work through solutions and meet deadlines under pressure is paramount.


Application period 06-Sep-2023 to 13-Sep-2023 Functional Responsibilities: * Plans and facilitates liaison and coordination with the Afghanistan Coordination Group and other stakeholders of relevant Strategic Thematic Working Groups within assigned pillar * Sets up meetings prepares agendas and draft and distribute minutes of the discussions for the joint pillar relevant STWG and the thematic sub-groups * Reaches out to all the stakeholders and follows up on the action points of STWG meetings. * Provide strategic and operational input to the co-chairs to keep them informed and updated. * Maintains regular contact with relevant authorities when required/decided in STWG and its co-chairs * Keeps sectoral partners informed of relevant developments and ongoing activities * Ensures linkages to relevant UN mechanisms at national regional and HQ level including close collaboration with relevant humanitarian clusters * Ensures cross-linkages with other STWGs as relevant; across pillars and with other relevant established groups * Provides substantive support for strategic planning and coordination of STWG and ensures collaboration within assigned pillar and cross-linkage with the other two. * Plans and facilitates the development maintenance and sharing of knowledge and intelligence with STWG members * Plans and facilitates the design formulation implementation monitoring and reporting of joint programmes and programming processes for use in joint resource mobilization for STWG * Provides inputs for briefing papers and discussion points on issues related to STWG * Contributes to knowledge management of the STWG * Ensures that monthly and quarterly coordination reports are prepared * Prepare and distribute minutes of the coordination meetings * Performs other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor(s). Education/Experience/Language requirements: * Education * Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent degree) preferably in business or public administration sustainable development social sciences education or related areas. A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. * Work experience * A minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in strategic planning coordination sustainable development policy or resource mobilization in the context of development cooperation or related areas is required. * Work experience in project/programme management including in drafting of funding proposals desired. * Prior working experience in Afghanistan in above areas desirable. * Languages * Fluent oral and written skills in English * One of the national language (Pashtu or Dari) is desirable Think big. Meet challenges head-on. Help people build better lives. UNOPS embraces diversity and is committed to equal employment opportunities. Our workforce is made up of people from varied nationalities cultures and races. They speak a range of languages and have different gender identities sexual orientations and abilities. We encourage women and candidates from underrepresented groups in UNOPS to apply. These include candidates from racialized and/or indigenous groups members of minority gender identities and sexual orientations and people with disabilities. Click apply and join us! Remarks: Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.


Job Description The Position: International Consultant to provide project management support to the USAID Partnering for Resilience Program in Abkhazia Georgia. Background This assignment is part of the USAID Partnering for Resilience Program to be implemented by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in partnership with four sub-partner UN Agencies: Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) and United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women (UN Women). This 4-year project launched in July 2022 aims to foster the peacebuilding and peaceful solutions with an ultimate goal to promote an enabling environment for sustainable peace. It contributes to achieving the intended goals of strategic and conceptual documents of the UN system and sustainable development agenda which among others include improving access to quality healthcare and education services; and sustaining professional networks and partnerships across dividing lines. Hostilities in 1992–1993 and the consequent isolation have negatively impacted the socio-economic conditions in the “break-away” region of Abkhazia Georgia. After 25 years the conflict remains unresolved slowing down the region's development and jeopardizing access to essential social services. The combined effects of physical destruction hostilities and isolation have particularly affected the quality of services including essential healthcare services. The existing fragmented public health services in Abkhazia Georgia are insufficient to meet the population’s most basic needs. Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH) is of particular concern. A limited capacity of health professionals inadequate medical supplies and equipment and ineffective medical referral systems contribute to maternal and infant mortality and morbidity. Care of high-risk pregnancies and sick babies including preterm babies remains an underdeveloped sector. Within the overall framework of the USAID-supported project building on the lessons learned from more than a decade of successful working experience in Abkhazia Georgia UNFPA facilitates improved conditions for cross-boundary cooperation and contributes to improving access to quality SRH services.. Some of the project up-to-date achievements can be summarized as follows: * Tele-conferencing equipment (audio-visual system & laptops) for the consultancy hub was delivered and installed at Sukhumi AIDS/Reproductive Health center. * The ‘Referral Hub’ online platform for case management and online teleconferencing consultations has been developed tested and approved for launching. * The ambulance for the transportation of emergency maternal cases has been fully equipped and is ready for safe transportation of critical “near-miss” maternal cases. * A series of onsite and online trainings conducted on regionalization and referral standards; clinical management of pregnant women “near-miss” cases; based on the latest recommendations from WHO. * The joint workshop among the leading women health professionals conducted. UNFPA implements programmatic activities in Abkhazia Georgia through its strategic partner organization Union Tanadgoma (UT). Also UNFPA implements the project interventions in a multi-sectoral manner engaging various partners including: Sukhumi AIDS & Reproductive Health Centers; Sukhumi Republican Hospital; NGO Medicine XXI SRH professionals. Within the framework of USAID supported project in 2022 UNFPA established its project presence in Sukhumi Abkhazia Georgia by deploying one expert level UN Volunteer overseeing/managing the implementation of the UNFPA component of the project. The UNV deployment will be phased out by mid-October 2023. In order to ensure continuity of support to programmatic activities in Abkhazia Georgia with this assignment UNFPA intends to deploy a long-term International Expert with primary duty station in Sukhumi Abkhazia Georgia with overall purpose to support USAID project UNFPA-related component implementation. Job Purpose The main purpose of this consultancy is to provide project management support to the UNFPA component of the USAID Partnering for Resilience Program in Abkhazia Georgia. Working Modalities The Int. Consultant will be contracted and supervised by UNFPA Georgia Country Office (CO). The project implementation team is made of staff from the different UN partner agencies with direct responsibility for the program implementation. Under the supervision of UNFPA Georgia Head of Office and in close collaboration with the SRH Programme Analyst the Consultant will assume the project management functions with particular focus on day-to-day coordination of the program activities and maintaining a channel for information exchange between the UNFPA and other sub-partners at the project staff level in Abkhazia Georgia. The contract with the International Consultant will be for eleven (11) months with the possibility of extension(s) subject to availability of funding operational necessity and satisfactory performance. Main Duty Station for this assignment is Sukhumi Abkhazia Georgia. UNFPA CO in Tbilisi will provide technical guidance from SRH Programme Analyst and administrative support from Admin/Fin & Programme Associates. Estimated Start date: 1 November 2023 You Would Be Responsible For * Day-to-day management of the implementation of project activities in synergy and complementarily with UNDP and other sub-partners and in line with the approved joint Annual Work Plan (AWP). * Provide specific technical expertise support and advice as regards the implementation of the project activities implemented by UNFPA; as well as analysis of the situation and partnership building. * Identify challenges constraints and changes encountered during the project’s implementation and define variances/mitigation measures in close conjunction with UNFPA SRH Programme Analyst and the Union Tanadgoma leadership. * Cultivate strengthen and manage relationships with key stakeholders in Abkhazia Georgia and be the key point of contact for UNDP and other sub-partners in Sukhumi together and in tight coordination with the Union Tanadgoma (UT) representative(s). * Contribute to monitoring implementation of activities under the UNFPA execution including travels. * In close conjunction with UT management coordinate and facilitate UT annual workplan implementation and delivery of its objectives. * Draft situation/progress reports for submission to the UNDP (project lead). * Perform other duties and responsibilities as required. Qualifications And Experience * Minimum Fifteen (15) years of progressive professional work experience at the national and/or Int. level in the area of public health social gender or other relevant programs’ management area. * Experience in maternal and reproductive health field is an asset; as is an experience working in the UN or other international development organization. Education Bachelor's degree in Public Health Social science Public administration or equivalent. Knowledge And Experience * Working experience in conflict sensitive environment would be an asset; * Overall computer literacy including proficiency in various MS Office applications (Excel Word etc.) and email/internet; Languages Fluency in spoken and written English & Russian is required. 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 * Excellent interpersonal skills; culturally and socially sensitive; ability to work inclusively and collaboratively with a range of partners including grassroots community members and authorities at different levels; * Self-motivated ability to work with minimum supervision; ability to work with tight deadlines. Compensation And Benefits This position offers an attractive remuneration package including a competitive net salary plus health insurance and other benefits as applicable. Living Conditions Sukhumi is family duty station and has been assigned with the security level III. Sukhumi is the capital of the breakaway region of Georgia – Abkhazia and is located on a wide bay of the eastern coast of the Black Sea. It serves as a port rail junction and a holiday resort and is known for its beaches sanatoriums mineral-water spas and semitropical climate. Sukhumi has a humid subtropical climate that is almost cool enough in summer to be an oceanic climate. The city is served by several trolleybus and bus routes. Sukhumi is connected to other Abkhazian towns by bus routes. Around 67% of papulation consists of ethnic Abkhaz’s with the population of some other ethnic groups like Russians Armenians Greeks and Georgians. Sukhumi hosts the presence of international community. Georgia is a unique country and Abkhazia region is a unique (humanitarian) operation. It provides for an interesting and enriching environment but also requires a mature level of cultural awareness as well as more stamina and commitment than elsewhere to make life comfortable and affordable. Therefore flexibility and the ability and willingness to live and work in harsh and potentially hazardous conditions involving physical hardship and little comfort are essential. 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.


Organizational Setting International Consultants (COF.REG)/Subscribers to Personal Services Agreements (PSA.SBS) represent an important source of expertise for FAO making their specialist contributions across the globe towards the achievement of the Organization’s strategic objectives. For FAO to be able to attract and employ the best possible experts in the wide range of technical areas of its mandate a competitive selection process has been introduced. This process is intended to create a pool of candidates which can be called upon when their expertise is required ensuring a transparent and rigorous selection process. The FAO Fisheries Division (NFI) promotes policies and strategies aiming at sustainable and responsible development of fisheries and aquaculture in inland and marine waters. The Fishing Technology and Operations Team (NFIFO) of NFI aims to assist FAO Members in building the technical and operational capacities of their fishing industry through increasing access to better fishing vessel and gear technologies financial and insurance services responsible investments safety measures and through innovative practices that promote sustainable fisheries and minimize pollution from fishing operations. The objectives of NFIFO are: 1) Support the development of an efficient innovative safe and socio-economically sound fishing industry; 2) Support responsible practices for sustainable fisheries and reduction of impacts of fishing operations on ecosystems; 3) Reduce the pollution from fishing operations (gears and vessels) and fishing harbours; 4) Enhance the knowledge skills and competencies of fishing vessel personnel to carry out their work in a professional and safe manner; and 5) Increase the access of the fisheries industry to financial and insurance services and investment opportunities. Assignments pursuant to this Call for Expression of Interest may be at the Organization’s headquarters in Rome (Italy) home based or on field missions as required. Reporting Lines The COF.REG/PSA.SBS will work under the overall supervision of the Team Leader of NFIFO and the direct supervision of a technical officer of NFIFO. Technical Focus FAO's work is related to the implementation of Chapter 8 (Fishing Operations) of the Code of Conduct for Responsible Fisheries including the following main areas of NFIFO’s work: fishing operations and fishing vessel design and technology; fishing gear technology and selectivity; environmental impacts of fishing; pollution reduction in fisheries fisheries infrastructure development including harbours and landing sites for fishing vessels; fishing fleet economic performance; fisheries micro-finance and credit fisheries insurance; fisheries investments; small-scale fishing technology; emergency response; safety at sea; and programmes/ projects formulation and implementation. The Team Is Seeking Consultants To Assist In The Implementation Activities At National And Regional Level With The Following Technical Expertise NFIFO's work also includes the implementation of the GloLitter Partnerships PROSEAS and REBYC III projects. * Law of the Sea. Experts on fishing regulation and law with a particular focus on prevention of pollution from ships. * Fishing gear technologist to support fishing gear modifications and gear marking trials to prevent and reduce gear loss and ghost fishing. * Marine plastic litter management with a particular focus on plastic litter produced by the fishing sector including abandoned lost or otherwise discarded fishing gear (ALDFG). Tasks And Responsibilities The tasks and responsibilities of each selected COF.REG or PSA.SBS will be defined in the Terms of Reference for the specific assignment. In general depending on the specific assignment designated tasks and responsibilities will normally include a number of the following elements: Consultants (COF.REG) and Subscribers (PSAs) * Support project formulation in accordance with FAO’s Strategic Framework and the FAO project cycle. * Carry out coordination implementation and administration of assigned activities in accordance with FAO rules procedures and systems and donor requirements. * Provide substantive technical inputs to relevant activities and projects including studies publications and analyses knowledge products and dissemination materials related to NFIFO’s areas of work including guidelines manuals research papers capacity building and training materials and related websites. * Collect manage and analyze data to be used to inform and guide the teams’ technical and policy work. * Perform outreach and communication-related activities. * Any other duties related to NFIFO’s areas of work. Consultants (COF.REG) * Carry out organization of and participate in external events (including field missions) in support of the delivery of NFIFO’s programme of work including consultation training capacity building and technical assistance. * Collaborate with other FAO divisions UN agencies (e.g. IMO ILO UN Environment World Bank) intergovernmental organizations non-governmental organizations and other external partners in the areas of NFIFOs programme of work as well as areas of mutually beneficial interest to FAO Member countries. * Contribute to NFIFO’s work related to resource mobilization monitoring of regular programme expenses and organization of international meetings. * Assist beneficiary countries in undertaking the necessary policy and legislative revisions for the adoption and effective implementation of the provisions of the Voluntary Guidelines on the Marking of Fishing Gear FAO Code of Conduct for Responsible Fisheries and complementary international instruments. * Represent NFIFO at internal and external meetings particularly those related to the development and implementation of NFIFO’s activities. * Prepare and organize consultations workshops and technical meetings. * Collaborate with relevant institutions networks and platforms that could help FAO leverage its messages and advance global dialogue on various issues related to NFIFO’s programme of work helping the Organization specifically to implement its Programme Priority Area (PPA) on Blue Transformation as well as FAO’s PPAs on Bioeconomy for sustainable food and agriculture Scaling up Investment and Resilient agri-food systems. CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING Minimum Requirements * University degree for: * COF.REG: in Fisheries or Marine Environmental Studies Marine engineering Architecture Development Studies Economics Political Sciences Business Administration International Relations or other relevant field. * PSAs: University degree in the above areas. A technical diploma plus demonstrated and relevant professional experience of at least 4 years can be accepted in lieu of a university degree. * Relevant experience in one or more areas in the field of fishing operations and vessel design and technology; fishing technology gear selectivity and environmental impacts of fishing; pollution reduction in fisheries fisheries infrastructure development including harbours and landing sites for fishing vessels; fishing fleet economic performance; fisheries micro-finance and credit fisheries insurance; fisheries investments; small-scale fishing technology; emergency response; safety at sea; and programmes/ projects formulation and implementation. Years Of Relevant Experience * For COF.REG/PSAs level C: one to four years of relevant experience. * For COF.REG/PSAs level B: at least five years of relevant experience. * For COF.REG: level A: at least 12 years of relevant experience 15 years for PSA.SBS. * Working knowledge (level C) of English and limited knowledge (level B) of one of the other languages of the Organization (French Spanish Arabic Chinese or Russian). For PSA it can be required only one language level C. FAO Core Competencies * Results Focus * Teamwork * Communication * Building Effective Relationships * Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement Technical/Functional Skills * Work experience in more than one location or above mentioned area of work particularly in developing countries is desirable. * Extent and relevance of field experience in a technical area of assignment. * Extent and relevance of experience in providing technical advice at local national regional and global levels. * Extent and relevance of knowledge in the implementation of international instruments standards and guidelines related to pertinent field of expertise. Particularly the FAO Code of Conduct for Responsible Fisheries and related guidelines is desirable. * Extent and relevance of experience in project/programme formulation and implementation of projects programmes and studies in the pertinent field of expertise. * Extent and relevance of knowledge and understanding of the work of international organizations regional entities and national governments. * Extent of experience with working in a team of professional staff from diverse technical and cultural backgrounds and expertise. * Extent of experience in monitoring knowledge management and information dissemination. * Extent of experience with capacity development and knowledge sharing activities. * Ability to support resource mobilization efforts. * Ability to organize and conduct technical meetings conferences and workshops when applicable. * Ability to facilitate participatory processes or stakeholder involvement. * Excellent oral and written communication skills of English. Call For Expressions Of Interest - Vacancy Announcement Job Posting 01/Sep/2023 Closure Date 01/Dec/2023 11:59:00 PM Organizational Unit NFIFO Job Type Non-staff opportunities Type of Requisition Consultant / PSA (Personal Services Agreement) Grade Level N/A Primary Location Italy-Rome Duration From one to eleven months Post Number N/A IMPORTANT NOTICE: Please note that Closure Date and Time displayed above are based on date and time settings of your personal device * FAO is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender nationality background and culture. * Qualified female applicants qualified nationals of non-and under-represented Members and person with disabilities are encouraged to apply; * Everyone who works for FAO is required to adhere to the highest standards of integrity and professional conduct and to uphold FAO's values * FAO as a Specialized Agency of the United Nations has a zero-tolerance policy for conduct that is incompatible with its status objectives and mandate including sexual exploitation and abuse sexual harassment abuse of authority and discrimination * All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks * All applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality


1.Background and Introduction Gavi Alliance’s (“Gavi”) mission is to save children’s lives and protect people’s health by increasing access to immunisation in poor countries. Gavi is a unique organisation that aligns public and private resources in a global effort to create greater access to the benefits of immunisation. It does this with precision and in creative innovative ways to ensure that donor contributions efficiently save lives and help build selfsufficiency in the world’s poorest communities and regions. For more information please visit the Gavi website: https://www.gavi.org/our-alliance 2.Request for Quote Purpose Gavi Alliance is a public-private partnership committed to saving children's lives and protecting people's health by increasing equitable use of vaccines in lower-income countries. Gavi brings together developing country and donor governments the World Health Organization UNICEF the World Bank the vaccine industry technical agencies civil society the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and other private sector partners. As part of its mission to save lives reduce poverty and protect the world against the threat of epidemics Gavi has contributed to the immunisation of more than 981 million children and the prevention of more than 16 million future deaths since 2000. Gavi relies upon its Evaluation Advisory Committee (EAC) to support the Board in fulfilling its oversight responsibilities in respect of the management of Gavi’s evaluation activities (as defined in the Gavi Alliance Evaluation Policy (attached as Annex A)). It is the responsibility of the EAC among others to review provide guidance on and approve Gavi’s multi-year and annual centralised evaluation work plans to provide guidance on the scope and questions to inform Request for Proposals (RFP) development and to review the quality and usefulness of draft centralised evaluation reports and assess final centralised evaluation reports. Gavi now seeks to appoint 2-3 independent evaluation experts as new EAC Members. Successful EAC Members will bring proven expertise experience and knowledge of monitoring and evaluation methodology including design and quality assurance with a focus on evaluation at the strategic/organisational level. Understanding and awareness of the evaluation management process and implications of evaluation norms standards and best practice for operationalising centralised evaluations within organisations like Gavi is also required. As per the EAC Terms of Reference (attached as Annex B) EAC members collectively should also have a balance of skills recent and relevant expertise experience and knowledge of the following: • International development systems and functions; • Experience with health systems in low- and middle-income countries; • Public health and policy; • Understanding of the Gavi mission and strategy and how evaluation can help to achieve Gavi’s deliverables; • Ability to work in a team and reach compromise to support EAC decisions/recommendations. The selection of members shall be guided by the following criteria: credibility and independence; commitment and availability to participate in meetings; geographical and gender diversity; absence of conflict of interest. Top-level experience in immunisation as well as experience in humanitarian settings and qualitative methodology would be advantages. 3. Language: The working language of the EAC is English. 4. Location: The EAC normally meets twice annually in Geneva Switzerland. Additional virtual meetings may be scheduled from time to time. 5. Qualifications and work experience required: Academic ▪ Advanced university degree in public health or other relevant discipline (Master’s at minimum) ▪ Training in public health programme/policy evaluation and/or research is required Skills/competencies ▪ Please see EAC Terms of Reference (Annex B) Section 2.B Note: short-listed candidates will be asked to complete an interview. 6. Duration of appointment: 2 years (with the possibility of renewal for a maximum of three consecutive terms). 7. Time commitment: EAC members will be required to meet normally no more than twice annually. Meetings usually extend over 2 days and members must review papers provided by the Secretariat in advance of the meeting. Members will also be required to be a focal point for an evaluation/s and these responsibilities are distributed across members. It is anticipated that each member would be the focal point for no more than 2 evaluations. As a focal point for an evaluation members will be required to provide guidance on the scope and questions to inform Request for Proposal (RFP) development; review the quality and usefulness of draft centralised evaluation reports and assess final centralised evaluation reports including completion of quality assurance tools. It is anticipated that members would be required to designate approx. 12 – 16 days per year for this role. 8. Remuneration: EAC members shall receive a fixed honorarium and reasonable costs for their participation in each EAC meeting in accordance with Gavi policies. 9. Timelines: Interested parties should respond by completing the information in the table on the following page by COB Friday 22 September 2023 and submitting to procurement@gavi.org. Applicants are also requested to complete the Independence Questionnaire attached as Annex C and complete Interested bidders should declare their Intent to Participate as well as any potential Conflict of Interest by registering online using the: Gavi Supplier Declaration Form. 8. Remuneration: EAC members shall receive a fixed honorarium and reasonable costs for their participation in each EAC meeting in accordance with Gavi policies. 9. Timelines: Interested parties should respond by completing the information in the table on the following page by COB Friday 22 September 2023 and submitting to procurement@gavi.org. Applicants are also requested to complete the Independence Questionnaire attached as Annex C and complete Interested bidders should declare their Intent to Participate as well as any potential Conflict of Interest by registering online using the: Gavi Supplier Declaration Form.


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. Under the current Country Programme Document cycle UNDP Yemen is committed to support gender equality and women's empowerment in line with UNDP Gender Equality Strategy 2022 - 2025 and the Gender Action Plan of the UNDP Yemen Country Office through integrating gender equality and women’s empowerment (GEWE) into all aspects of UNDP's work while working on eliminating poverty and building resilience of communities. UNDP Yemen is recruiting a Gender Analyst to help ensure an adequate impact of gender mainstreaming throughout the country programme and consolidate an enabling environment for institutional effectiveness to deliver gender-responsive and sustainable results as well as to assist the Country Office meet the expected benchmarks to receive the UNDP Gender Seal Certification. The Gender Analyst will work closely with all programme and project teams and relevant stakeholders within the UNDP system in the identification design and support implementation of critical gender interventions for UNDP Yemen while maintaining a strong contribution to resource mobilization. Additionally the position will also require extensive engagement networking and partnership building with international and national partners including other UN agencies government counterparts civil society and non-governmental organizations women’s organizations and networks bilateral and multilateral donors women syndicates and private sector actors. Duties And Responsibilities The Gender Analyst will work to support the holistic approach to strengthening gender in the office. This involves the direct targeting of gender in programming through the design and implementation of projects and initiatives that are gender specific while also mainstreaming gender in all other projects office operations and management partner engagement and communications. Gender mainstreaming will cover projects office operations partner engagement and communications of the office. The Gender Analyst is expected to provide advice and lead the coordination of the Gender Seal process to provide strategic and technical support to programme and project teams on all interventions particularly those that are focused on gender equality and women’s empowerment lead and coordinate advocacy and partnership building efforts support resource mobilization for gender mainstreaming and to facilitate knowledge building management and sharing across all UNDP programmes and projects. He/She will also support the Gender Focal Team and build capacity of the Gender Focal Teams on Gender Analysis Gender Marker and Gender Seal implementation including SHSEA prevention and response * Support to gender equality programming and gender integration within the office * Provide overall strategic direction on the implementation of gender within the context of the country programme document; * Support management programme operations and project staff on the implementation of the UNDP Gender Equality Strategy * Oversee the development of the gender activities under country office pillar’s portfolio and ensure synergies and maximize the results; * Ensure continuous liaison with implementing partners on the progress of gender work in close collaboration with pillar team leaders and project managers. * Partnership and Resource Mobilization * Support identification and facilitation of strategic partnership building opportunities for gender equality. * Analysis and research of information on donors preparation of substantive briefs on possible areas of cooperation identification of opportunities for initiation of new projects active contribution to the overall office effort in resource mobilization. * Develop and implement gender resource mobilization plan to advance gender responsive programming with the support of senior management * Ensuring Gender Equality Mainstreaming in Programmes and Operations * Conduct gender analysis to inform the design of new programmes and ensure gender equality integration in newly developed concept notes and proposals. * Integrate gender equality in the country office programme/projects’ annual plans including planning for expenditures activities partnerships resources capacities communication and learning. * Conduct gender review on an annual basis to assess the overall country office performance and document recommendations and lessons learned. * Ensure gender equality is integrated in seniors' and team leaders' performance management goals. * Plan and coordinate with the HR and staff association initiatives that promote an enabling environment for women and men to perform equally. * Update the gender parity analysis/strategy and ensure gender equality consideration within human resources and procurement processes. * Monitoring & Evaluation and Learning * In collaboration with CO M&E and RBM focal point at OST oversee the development of gender transformative indicators for the newly formulated initiatives; * Support effective application of gender mainstreaming throughout the Country office programme and project cycle monitoring and evaluation frameworks communication and advocacy results reporting and quality assurance of results. * Support the design and implementation of the anticipated impact/independent evaluation to capture gender contribution and results by including relevant baselines; * Conceptualize trainings for UNDP staff and implementing partners to build capacity on designing of gender related monitoring and evaluation plans and activities. * Communication Knowledge Management & Community of Practice Networking * Ensure gender equality integration into UNDP website social media and any developed knowledge products. * Produce key strategic guidance and progress update documents on gender and development. * Ensure comprehensive documentation of the implementation of the gender-related activities * Capture and adequately communicate lessons learned on gender-related activities and suggest recommendations for enhancing gender engagement UNDP programmes. * Build partnerships and actively network with experts on gender including relevant women and youth groups as well as private sector and syndicates. * Assess the gender learning gaps develop and conduct gender capacity building plans including learning exchange mentoring and coaching learning modules * Keep abreast of strategic developments in gender mainstreaming and engagement gathering best practices from other (pilot) countries capturing lessons learned etc.; The incumbent of the position should avoid any kind of discriminatory behavior including gender discrimination and ensure that * Human rights and gender equality is prioritized as an ethical principle within all actions; * Activities are designed and implemented in accordance with “Social and Environmental Standards of UNDP”; * Any kind of diversities based on ethnicity age sexual orientation disability religion class gender are respected within all implementations including data production; * Differentiated needs of women and men are considered; * Inclusive approach is reflected within all actions and implementations in that sense an enabling and accessible setup in various senses such as disability gender language barrier is created; * Necessary arrangements to provide gender parity within all committees meetings trainings etc. introduced. 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 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 ca 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 Business development Knowledge Facilitation Ability to animate individuals and communities of contributors to participate and share particularly externally Business management Partnership Management Ability to build and maintain partnerships with wide networks o stakeholders Governments civil society and private sector partners experts and others in line with UNDP strategy and policies Business management Communication Ability to communicate in a clear concise and unambiguous manner both through written and verbal communication; to tail messages and choose communication methods depending on the audience Business Development Portfolio Management Ability to select prioritise and control the organization’s programmes and projects in line with its strategic objectives and capacity; ability to balance the implementation of change initiatives and the maintenance of business-as-usual while optimising return on investment 2030 Agenda: People Gender * Gender and Institutional Development * Gender Corporate Reporting * Gender Issues & Analysis * Gender Mainstreaming * Women's Economic Empowerment Education Required Skills and Experience * A Master's degree preferably in international development international affairs social and/or public policy economics or a 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 * Minimum 2 years (with master’s degree) or 4 years (with bachelor’s degree) of relevant experience in either public sector (national or multilateral including UN) private (academia non-governmental sector corporate) in providing gender technical advice conducting research formulating policies and/or developing and managing projects in relevant sector; * Progressively responsible professional experience with a special focus on addressing the promotion of gender equality women’s empowerment and human rights protection in crisis and post-conflict countries is required; * Experience in fostering networks and partnerships and ability to provide coordination with the UN Agencies international and other organizations present in the sector is desirable .; * Experience in the use of computers office software packages (MS Word Excel etc.) and web-based management systems is required; * Strong analytical and writing skills; is required and * Excellent coordination negotiating and communication skills and ability to mobilize support from a wide range of partners (public private academic civil society business community leaders) is desirable. 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Job Title : Associate Specialist Home Office Operations (P4) Department : USG Programs Performance Reports to: Associate Director Home Office Operations Work Location: Bethesda Maryland Position Overview This position provides administrative and logistical support to the Home Office Operations team part of the Office of Programs Performance. Reporting to the Associate Director – Home Office Operations (or her delegate) they will be part of a team of Specialists ensuring that corporate project management policies processes and tools are uniformly applied by all regions and enabling project management teams to achieve excellence. This is a full-time permanent position. Responsibilities Operations Policies and Processes * Contributes to ensure the tailoring communication and correct application of corporate and project management directives policies and processes across all regions. * Supports the upkeep of the Office of Programs Performance SharePoint site including recordkeeping and organization. * Assists with the management of the Office of Programs Performance including meeting/retreat design and preparation work planning budget management and recruitment. * Manages independent consultants for the Office of Programs Performance including drafting agreements modifications and reviewing and processing invoices. * Supports other procurements for the Office of Programs Performance. Training and Capacity Building * Supports the USG Programs Performance team and People Development to develop and implement training programs including but not limited to supporting planning preparations and logistics. * Contributes to capacity building streamlining and other initiatives facilitating the removal of barriers to adoption by project management teams staff. Quality Assurance and Risk Management * Assists with the monitoring of compliance with start-up and closedown procedures checklists formal reviews and tools. * Contributes to the monitoring of USGP-wide compliance in performance monitoring systems namely the QPR and CSM. * Supports compliance with corporate Section 889 requirements including data collection recording/documentation and reporting. Staff Management and Support * Contributes to the implementation and continual improvement of the onboarding process for new hires including a mentorship program. * Support the Home Office Operations team’s regular and timely communication and various connection points with Project Management Teams. Additional Responsibilities As Deemed Necessary. Qualifications & Skills Minimum Requirements: * Grade 4: Minimum of 2 years of relevant professional experience in operations and a college degree. Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered. * Experience with USAID contract management finances and operations. * Professional proficiency in MS Office suite. * Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. * Self-directed with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks/competing deadlines simultaneously. * Excellent written and oral communication skills with the ability to communicate clearly and professionally with internal and external clients and tailor communication style to diverse audiences. * Able and willing to travel to any country where DAI currently operates or may wish to operate barring times when DAI Global Security has deemed travel unsafe. * Familiarity with the importance of diversity and inclusion. * Authorized to work in the United States. Preferred but not required: * Professional working proficiency in a second language (Spanish French Russian or Arabic preferred). * Knowledge of DAI policies and systems. Compensation & Benefits: For regular positions (includes US based LTTA) For employees working the United States the full-time equivalent annual base salary for this position is expected to be between $70262 to $76462. Salary for part-time employees will be prorated based on actual hours worked. Actual offers will be based on several factors including but not limited to qualifications relevant education experience skills seniority performance and business or organizational needs. Eligible U.S. based employees will be able to enroll in medical dental and vision insurance plus a 401(k)-retirement plan with a company match. Additionally employees will be eligible for company-paid annual leave (vacation & holidays) sick leave parental leave; as well as short- and long-term disability coverage. Detailed information will be provided at the time a formal offer is extended. For employees working outside of the United States compensation and benefits will vary based on location. 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Position: Director of Operations - Integrated Land and Resource Governance II Location: Washington DC Metro Area Position Status: Proposal Full-time Regular About DAI DAI works at the cutting edge of international development combining technical excellence professional project management and exceptional customer service to solve our clients’ most complex problems. Since 1970 DAI has worked in 150 developing and transition countries providing comprehensive development solutions in areas including crisis mitigation and stability operations democratic governance public sector management agriculture private sector development economics and trade land tenure and property rights public health water and natural resources management and energy and climate change. About The Project The purpose of the anticipated USAID-funded Integrated Land and Resource Governance II (ILRG II) Activity is to provide support to the Land and Resource Governance Division in USAID’s Bureau for Development Democracy and Innovation (DDI) to develop implement and assess interventions that secure land tenure and resource rights and strengthen land and resource governance systems. The anticipated $25M - $50M 5-year Activity will help identify constraints and barriers to secure land and resource governance to support multiple development objectives including combating climate change promoting food security supporting biodiversity conservation enabling gender equality empowering women promoting social inclusion encouraging private sector investment preventing and mitigating conflict supporting sustainable urbanization and enabling localization among others. Position Summary DAI seeks candidates for the Director of Operations position on the anticipated Integrated Land and Resource Governance II (ILRG II) Activity. The Director of Operations will play a pivotal role in ensuring that the Activity’s robust technical and grants program adhere to DAI policy; USAID rules and regulations; contract requirements and limitations; financial and procurement policies and procedures; internal controls; and reporting systems. This position will be based in the Washington DC metro area. Responsibilities * Oversee program operations with a focus on finance human resources and administration. * Establish and oversee grants fund including grants-under-contract development pre-award assessment selection negotiation implementation and monitoring. * Oversee core project finances including project accounting budget management and cost control. * Review scopes of work from a financial feasibility and compliance perspective and support budget-related negotiations with potential subcontractors and grantees. * Review partner requests for payments and invoicing and project expense reports in coordination with home office support team to ensure compliance with DAI and USAID project finance and accounting policies and procedures. * Develop and maintain financial reports and other client reports (quarterly annual final etc). * Support personnel recruitment efforts including drafting and posting scopes of work interviewing and onboarding/training new staff. * Ensure project records are properly maintained including project procurement recruitment and finance documentation maintaining a rational straightforward hierarchy in accordance with the project records map. * Ensure project internal controls are established and implemented in accordance with the DAI USG Operations Manual USAID rules/regulations and the terms of the contract. Establish additional project guidance or policy deviations for operations as needed. Qualifications * Bachelor’s degree in business management accounting finance international development or related fields; master’s degree preferred. * Minimum of 8 years of experience working on USAID-funded development programming. * Experience overseeing operations on projects with multiple country platforms preferred. * Demonstrated experience in grants management (pre-award implementation and close-out). * Demonstrated experience in budget operational and process management. * Proven experience organizing and implementing workshops and other events. * Outstanding communications writing negotiation and personnel management skills. * Ability to identify time-sensitive demands & inquiries and respond effectively. * Experience engaging effectively with USAID staff. * Demonstrated knowledge of internal controls and audit processes (e.g. procurement local subcontract agreements). * Outstanding team participation and team building skills that lead to highly effective and motivated staff. * Demonstrated supervisory skills. * Fluent written and spoken English.


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 Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center 1300 Pennsylvania Ave. NW. Washington DC in theBureau for Policy Planning and Learning Program Office at the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID). Learn more about this agency Help Duties * Serve as the primary expert on human resources management matters for an organization with varied functions and programs each with new and changing requirements for administrative human resources and program support services. * Serve as a Lead responsible for the daily oversight of the Staffing and Workforce Mgmt. sub-team covering a range of HR mgmt. functions such as: workforce planning; staffing and recruitment performance management; and admin. support operations. * Articulate and communicate to the team the assignment project or problem to be solved; actionable events milestones and/or program issues under review and deadlines and time-frames for completion. * Serve as a technical resource and advisor to Bureau leadership on workforce planning strategies and implementation across all hiring categories including recruitment and career development. * Identify challenges and solves problems preemptively. Develops systems for tracking managing and reporting. * Maintain continuous and effective liaison with HCTM the Bureau for Management (M) The Office of Security (USAID/SEC) and the Chief Information Officer (CIO) on a wide array of personnel management and operations initiatives 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. * Time in grade must be met by the closing date of the vacancy announcement. * Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered with the Selective Service. * You may be required to serve a one year probationary period. Qualifications Specialized Experience: GS-14: You must have one year of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to the GS-13 grade level in the Federal service. One year of specialized experience refers to full-time work; we consider a part-time job on a prorated basis. Examples of qualifying specialized experience at the next lower level for this position includes * (Experience serving as a subject matter expert in the interpretation and furtherance of management principles practices methods and techniques in order to manage and coordinate a wide range of administrative services for a moderately large and complex organization; * Experience with human resource policies on staffing and recruitment; and * Managing and leading teams that must work with other teams to be effective especially in larger organizations or across a diverse set of organizations. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g. Peace Corps AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g. professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community student social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies knowledge and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience relevant to the position's duties to be filled including volunteer experience. CTAP/ICTAP candidates will be referred to the selecting official if they are found well qualified. Well-qualified means an eligible employee who possesses the knowledge skills and abilities that clearly exceed the position's minimum requirements. A well-qualified employee must meet the qualification and eligibility requirements of the position including any medical qualifications suitability and minimum education and experience requirements meet all selective factors (where applicable); meet quality ranking factors and are assigned a score of 85 or higher; be physically qualified with reasonable accommodation to perform the essential duties of the position; meet any special qualifying U.S. OPM-approved conditions; AND be able to satisfactorily perform the duties of the position upon entry without additional training. A well-qualified candidate will not necessarily meet the definition of highly or best qualified when evaluated against other candidates who apply for a particular position. Selecting officials will document the job-related reason(s) for qualification determinations in the absence of selective and quality ranking factors. Education This position does not have a positive education requirement. Therefore no transcripts are required. Additional information Time-in-grade requirements must be met by the closing date. This means that you must have served at least 52 weeks at the next grade level (or equivalent) below the grade advertised on this vacancy announcement. USAID is an independent Federal Government agency that receives overall foreign policy guidance from the Secretary of State. With headquarters in the District of Columbia we operate in more than 100 countries worldwide playing an active and critical role in the promotion of U.S. foreign policy interests. When crisis strikes when rights are repressed when hunger disease and poverty rob people of opportunity USAID acts on behalf of the American people to help expand the reach of prosperity and dignity to the world's most vulnerable people. USAID employees and contractors must commit to maintaining a workplace free of sexual misconduct including harassment exploitation and abuse and adhere to USAID's Counter-Trafficking in Persons Code of Conduct. For information on the effort to counter all forms of human trafficking including the procurement of commercial sex acts and the use of forced labor visit http://www.state.gov/g/tip. For more information about USAID visit http://www.usaid.gov. This announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies. These are Testing Designated Positions (TDP's) under the Agency's approved Drug-Free Work Place Program. All applicants selected for this position will be subject to random drug testing once they begin working for the Agency. Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer is required. Moving and relocation expenses are not authorized. Mythbuster on Federal Hiring Policies: https://hru.gov/Studio_Recruitment/tools/Mythbuster_on_Federal_Hiring_Policies.pdf. EEO Policy: EEO Policy Statement. Veterans' Information: Veterans Information. Telework: https://www.telework.gov/. Selective Service Registration: http://www.sss.gov/. Reasonable Accommodation Policy: USAID is committed to equal employment opportunity; therefore reasonable accommodations are available to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you need an accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process please notify the Reasonable Accommodation Division in the Office of Civil Rights at reasonableaccommodations@usaid.gov. Reasonable accommodation decisions are made on a case-by-case basis. To learn more about the Reasonable Accommodation Division please visit our website at: https://www.usaid.gov/careers/reasonableaccommodations. Read more * Help A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits. Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered. Bureau for Policy Planning and Learning 1300 Pennsylvania Ave NW Washington DC 20523 US


Organizational Setting The General Fisheries Commission for the Mediterranean (GFCM) is a regional fisheries management organization (RFMO) established under the provisions of Article XIV of the FAO Constitution. The main objective of the GFCM is to promote the development conservation rational management and best utilization of living marine resources as well as the sustainable development of aquaculture in the Mediterranean and the Black Sea. To this end the GFCM formulates and recommends appropriate measures for the conservation and rational management of living marine resources and ensures these recommendations are implemented; constantly reviews the economic and social aspects of the fishing industry recommending specific measures in connection with its development; promotes and carries out training research and development activities in addition to cooperation and technical assistance in fisheries-related fields; collects publishes and disseminates information on exploitable living marine resources and on fisheries exploiting these resources; promotes programmes for marine and coastal fisheries enhancement. The core activities and overall workplan of the Commission are financed by its Members through a Trust Fund. Additionally GFCM receives voluntary contributions for the development of ad-hoc projects and outreach activities to be implemented at regional level within its area of competence. The post is located in the GFCM headquarters at Palazzo Blumenstihl (Via Vittoria Colonna 1 00193 – Rome Italy). Reporting Lines The Programme Specialist/s will report to the GFCM Programme Officer and depending on assigned tasks will work under the direct supervision of the GFCM Finance Officer and in close collaboration with other relevant technical staff and consultants in the GFCM Secretariat including programme and operations experts Technical Focus The Programme Specialist/s will support the implementation of selected programme and project activities towards the efficient management of assigned budgetary and extra-budgetary resources entrusted to the GFCM by its Contracting Parties Cooperating non-Contracting Parties and partners. The incumbent/s on the basis of assigned tasks will perform a variety of transversal functions in the field of financial monitoring administrative and operations support as well as support to the preparation of M&E plans for selected projects further collaborating in the formulation of advice for project managers on administrative operational and financial related matters. Tasks And Responsibilities * Support the elaboration of periodic financial and operational monitoring reports for assigned projects of the GFCM portfolio and gather relevant data from a variety of sources including from FAO corporate systems and by liaising with relevant technical and administrative staff of the Secretariat; * Collaborate in the drafting of progress project reports (including financial reports when needed) in compliance with established FAO procedures and in line with the contractual obligations foreseen under existing funding agreements with selected donors; * Participate in the annual project reviews and planning workshops for selected projects and assist technical managers in preparing relevant supporting material (including presentations drafting of correspondence annual workplan monitoring reviews etc.); * Perform a variety of tasks (disposal/retirement of assets clearing of outstanding commitments review of project expenditures etc.) to support the preparation of selected project operational and financial closures; * Ensure timely reporting to supervisor/s on identified issues risks and bottlenecks requiring remedial actions; * Provide timely and efficient operations and administration support to the implementation of programme and projects activities. Support in handling procurement back charges accounting adjustments payments and other programme support activities in line with divisional and organizational needs; * Support the preparation phase of the mid-term reviews for GEF projects by providing relevant monitoring data to the evaluation teams and assist the project staff in preparing relevant M&E reports; * Liaise with relevant collaborating departments and FAO offices on matters related to contracts payments and other programme support activities including through service requests initiated in the FAO Service Now portal; * Maintain up-to-date records for assigned project activities in compliance with FAO recordkeeping practices and develop dedicated internal repositories including to support eventual audit campaigns; * Perform any other duties related to the above-listed tasks as required. CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING Minimum Requirements * For Subscribers university or technical degree in business administration project management finance accounting economics or any other related field relevant to the Organization. For Consultants advanced degree in mentioned fields are required; * At least one year of relevant experience in the execution of programme and project support activities including project implementation support budget monitoring financial reporting administration and support to operations; * For Subscribers working knowledge of English (level C) is required. For Consultants working knowledge (level C) of English and limited knowledge (level B) of French or Spanish is required. FAO Core Competencies * Results Focus * Teamwork * Communication * Building Effective Relationships * Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement Technical/Functional Skills * Demonstrated academic experience in business administration project management finance accounting economics or any other related field relevant to the Organization; * Demonstrated work experience in the field of financial monitoring and reporting of projects; * Demonstrated work experience in the support to project operations and programme support activities; * Familiarity with corporate ERP systems (e.g. Oracle Financials); * Familiarity with FAO record-keeping standards and experience in the maintenance of repositories; * Excellent numerical and organizational skills; * Experience in International Organizations is an asset; * Extensive knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite in particular Microsoft Excel is an asset. Selection Criteria * Extent and relevance of the experience in project financial monitoring and reporting; * Extent and relevant in the support to project operations and programme support activities; * Knowledge of the FAO-OED evaluation policy; * Experience and knowledge in programme support administration and financial support area; * Excellent numerical and organizational skills; * Extensive knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite in particular Microsoft Excel is desirable; * Familiarity with ERP corporate financial systems (e.g. Oracle Financials); * Familiarity with FAO record-keeping standards and experience in the maintenance of repositories; * Familiarity with procedures and operations of RFMOs and fisheries advisory bodies; * Knowledge of FAO Administrative Financial rules and tools is desirable. Call For Expressions Of Interest - Vacancy Announcement Job Posting 07/Jul/2023 Closure Date 07/Oct/2023 11:59:00 PM Organizational Unit NFIGD Job Type Non-staff opportunities Type of Requisition Consultant / PSA (Personal Services Agreement) Grade Level N/A Primary Location Italy-Rome Duration 6 months (renewable) Post Number N/A IMPORTANT NOTICE: Please note that Closure Date and Time displayed above are based on date and time settings of your personal device * FAO is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender nationality background and culture. * Qualified female applicants qualified nationals of non-and under-represented Members and person with disabilities are encouraged to apply; * Everyone who works for FAO is required to adhere to the highest standards of integrity and professional conduct and to uphold FAO's values * FAO as a Specialized Agency of the United Nations has a zero-tolerance policy for conduct that is incompatible with its status objectives and mandate including sexual exploitation and abuse sexual harassment abuse of authority and discrimination * All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks * All applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality


Overview Please note: This is not an active role. Teams across CHAI recruit on a rolling basis as needed. If you are interested in a role with CHAI at any point during the year please answer the screening questions on this application and we will reach out to you if your profile and availability align with a team’s needs. Positions will be based in one of CHAI’s program countries in West Central East and Southern Africa. The Clinton Health Access Initiative Inc. (CHAI) is a global health organization committed to our mission of saving lives and reducing the burden of disease in low-and middle-income countries. We work at the invitation of governments to support them and the private sector to create and sustain high-quality health systems. CHAI was founded in 2002 in response to the HIV/AIDS epidemic with the goal of dramatically reducing the price of life-saving drugs and increasing access to these medicines in the countries with the highest burden of the disease. Over the following two decades CHAI has expanded its focus. Today along with HIV we work in conjunction with our partners to prevent and treat infectious diseases such as COVID-19 malaria tuberculosis and hepatitis. Our work has also expanded into cancer diabetes hypertension and other non-communicable diseases and we work to accelerate the rollout of lifesaving vaccines reduce maternal and child mortality combat chronic malnutrition and increase access to assistive technology. We are investing in horizontal approaches to strengthen health systems through programs in human resources for health digital health and health financing. With each new and innovative program our strategy is grounded in maximizing sustainable impact at scale ensuring that governments lead the solutions that programs are designed to scale nationally and learnings are shared globally. At CHAI our people are our greatest asset and none of this work would be possible without their talent time dedication and passion for our mission and values. We are a highly diverse team of enthusiastic individuals across 40 countries with a broad range of skillsets and life experiences. CHAI is deeply grounded in the countries we work in with majority of our staff based in program countries. Learn more about our exciting work: http://www.clintonhealthaccess.org CHAI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing an environment of fairness and mutual respect where all applicants have access to equal employment opportunities. CHAI values diversity and inclusion and recognizes that our mission is best advanced by the leadership and contributions of people with diverse experience backgrounds and culture. Associate Position Overview CHAI uses operations research mathematical modeling impact evaluations and other analytical tools to provide the evidence needed to dramatically increase the efficiency and impact of global health interventions. Working closely with CHAI’s country teams and partner governments we address challenges faced in many resource-limited settings such as the scarcity of human resources and the availability and distribution of drugs and commodities. The Associate will work closely with CHAI Teams to support a variety of projects including but not limited to conducting literature reviews checking data and assisting with preliminary analysis preparing presentations to share research results writing project reports and supporting other requests as needed. This Associate role requires strong analytical skills and would be best suited for individuals with a public health background who are interested in applying their quantitative/qualitative training in biostatistics epidemiology economics or a related degree. The Associate must be able to function independently be flexible and have a strong commitment to excellence. CHAI places great value on relevant personal qualities: resourcefulness responsibility tenacity independence energy and work ethic. Responsibilities * Contribute to the planning and execution of high-impact projects * Assist in updating M&E framework * Ensure alignment of program M&E framework with existing data systems and results frameworks * Provide research and analytical support * Develop tools such as survey instruments protocols and databases for program monitoring and evaluation purposes * Support evaluation and documentation of results and impact from CHAI's work * Develop tools for the presentation and dissemination of information to inform program design and modifications by decision-makers and for optimization of program strategies * Build and manage relationships with key individuals in the Ministry of Health in CHAI and relevant partner organizations * Represent CHAI at relevant technical working groups and meetings * Establish baseline and end line measures across target counties and at the national level * Evaluate current use of data systems at the facility county and central level and provide recommendations for integration of program M&E with existing systems and using existing population-based surveys and assessments * Identify potential areas of additional support in existing and new focal countries * Build capacity of county and health facility staff in timely and accurate health data collection management and dissemination * Contribute to donor reports * Conduct other formative and operational research as necessary * Perform other tasks as necessary Qualifications * Master’s degree in epidemiology biostatistics public health information management economics or relevant subject matter strongly preferred with a minimum of 3 years work experience * Excellent problem solving analytical and quantitative skills * Have good understanding of M&E challenges and limitations in post-conflict and low-resource settings particularly for hard-to-measure and sensitively public health issues * Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing M&E systems for health programs from end to end (frameworks information systems data collection tools data collection and analysis reporting etc. * Experience with public health research implementation science and the relevant evaluation models and methods particularly in establishing baseline figures and assessing post-intervention changes and targets * Experience with health information management systems and relevant platforms * Exceptional attention to detail with strong organizational and problem solving skills * Ability to work under pressure in a fast-pace environment and collaborate effectively with a multidisciplinary and multicultural team of colleagues and stakeholders * Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English including the ability to effectively synthesize large amounts of information and potentially complex analyses for consumption by a wide audience * Ability to learn on the job quickly and absorb/synthesize a broad range of information * Ability to react quickly to ad-hoc requests while managing an existing workload * Excellent analytical skills qualitatively and quantitatively; high proficiency in MS Office Suite including Excel PowerPoint Word Access and other relevant software packages * Prior experience in Africa strongly preferred * Strong professional fluency in English and French will be required for opportunities based in West and Central Africa #region4 #jobreference2