Operations and Finance Director POSITION SUMMARY: The Operations and Finance Director (OFD) will be responsible for managing and coordinating field operations across the Dominican Republic while supervising the project's procurement finance grant and administrative staff. In undertaking these responsibilities the OFD will coordinate very closely with the Technical Director and work under the direction of the Chief of Party (COP). In addition OFD will coordinate and work closely with Winrock home office to respond to requests regarding operations procurement grants/subcontracts security and compliance matters. The position will report to the Chief of Party and be based in Santo Domingo Dominican Republic. The Climate Adaptation Activity in Dominican Republic is an anticipated $10-25M USAID-funded project that seeks to build climate change resilience by promoting water security and sustainable livelihoods through reduced pressures on key water sources enhanced watershed governance and strengthened adaptation practices of vulnerable communities. The position is contingent upon receipt of donor funding. Essential Responsibilities: Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: * Train and supervise local operations administrative grants human resources(HR) and finance staff in operational procedures and monitor work to ensure compliance with USAID rules and regulations and Winrock procedures as laid out in the Winrock project manuals; * Oversee operations personnel performance in close communication with the COP. * Oversee operations of the project's office ensuring timeliness compliance and cost principles in the procurement of goods and services. * Assist in formulating and implementing office policies and practices in line with Winrock policies and laws of the Dominican Republic. * Support the development and updating of the project Grants Manual and oversee grantmaking operations including any required capacity building for sub-grantees. * Develop purchase order contracts with proper quotations selection memos in place and background checks through Lexis Nexis as laid out in Winrock's Finance HR Procurement and Security Manuals. * Prepare consultant agreements performing due diligence in checking salary information education credentials and background checks per Winrock's consultant guidance. * Review and approve payments prior to obtaining the COP's approval. Ensure all supporting documentation is in place and contractual requirements are met before proceeding with payments. * Monitor contracts to ensure consultants subcontractors or local vendors (as appropriate) are working within their Level or Effort and Period of Performance. Monitor contractual compliance to ensure services and/or goods are delivered within deadlines. * Supervise the daily financial operations of contracts including cash management (disbursements and log) banking issues and payment procedures ensuring compliance with the Winrock Field Office Finance Manual. Communicates with the Winrock accountant to resolve any questions as needed. * Lead the preparation of the Field Office Voucher (FOV) ensuring all vouchers and supporting documentation is clear and approvals are attached. Prior to submission to the Home Office Accountant ensure Quickbooks is clearly labeled and expenses charged to the proper project accounting charge-codes as instructed by the Home office accountant. * Work closely with the technical team to monitor financial obligations to ensure budget availability and allocability. * Work with the Home Office in close communication with the COP to prepare accurate budget burn-rate projections and monitor expenditures using the project's budget tracker. * Supervise the management of project office assets and furniture ensuring the administrative staff follows the Winrock property manual procedures such as tracking inventory management release forms and labeling of all property. * Supervise and coordinate project security for the project's office with Home Office Director of Security and COP. * Ensure office and project security is enforced. * Ensure all program events are properly coordinated and all approvals in place before proceeding. * Travel as required to project sites/offices. Education: * Bachelor's degree in business administration finance accounting public administration or related field. Qualifications: * 10 years of experience of which a minimum of 5 years must be direct USAID project management experience—preferably with a USAID contract implementer. * Minimum 3 years previous experience managing teams and building the capacity of junior staff. * Extensive knowledge of USAID regulations and policies (including 2 CFR 200). * Experience with grants programs. * Strong knowledge of financial management and reporting and procurement processes. * Proficiency with MS Word and Excel; Experience with Quickbooks desired. * Prior experience with contingency planning. * Strong organization and prioritization skills interpersonal skills and attention to detail. * English and Spanish verbal and written fluency required. * Previous experience working in the Dominican Republic or the Caribbean required. * Ability to travel up to 50% to the field as necessary. 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


Organizational Setting FAO is a specialized agency of the United Nations and leads international efforts to defeat hunger. Our goal is to achieve food security for all and make sure that people have regular access to enough high-quality food to lead active healthy lives. With 195 Members (194 countries and the European Union) FAO works in more than 130 countries worldwide. To this end FAO implements a wide portfolio of projects programmes and initiatives across multiple sectors. These include animal production and health fisheries food and nutrition food systems and safety forestry social protection inclusive rural development information management systems/data systems for monitoring and decision making land and water plant production and protection and others. FAO has a growing portfolio of work in the development and humanitarian (emergency and resilience) sectors. FAO evaluates the strategic alignment implementation efficacy and efficiency of its portfolio of work through its independent Office of Evaluation (OED) which is led by the Director who reports to the FAO Governing Bodies and to the Director-General. OED evaluates FAO strategies initiatives programmes and projects at global regional and national levels. OED seeks to generate credible and useful evidence and insights to inform decisions support oversight and help FAO achieve its mission. In so doing OED provides results accountability to both Members and the Director-General. OED also participates in system-wide evaluation initiatives thereby contributing to assessments of development and humanitarian effectiveness by the United Nations common system. OED values candidates who are highly motivated to excel and want to join OED colleagues in generating transformative knowledge for FAO its Members and others working in the fields in which FAO operates to achieve its mission of ending hunger. The post is located in the Knowledge Management Monitoring and Planning Team of the Office of Evaluation (OED) at FAO headquarters in Rome Italy. The incumbent will actively support the development of information and communication technology (ICT) solutions and processes to assist in the management and communications of evaluations and to include project management cycle data management quality assurance reviews communications and visualizations. Reporting Lines The Information Technology Officer (Data Management Solutions and Visualizations) reports to the Director OED. He/she work closely with and actively supports other OED teams such as Knowledge Management Communication Administration Finance and Budget and Senior Staff. Technical Focus * Acts as product owner manager and technical support for the OED evaluation information systems and data visualization development. * Supports evaluation teams' coordination and data management efforts. * Supports process automation. * Updates and harmonizes data/databases. * Supports business and evaluation analyses. Key Results Supports and contributes to a dependable supply of reliable timely cost effective and scalable data monitoring systems and visualization products/solutions that meet the Organization's requirements for informatics and digital transformation. Key Functions * Develops and maintains live monitoring data system(s) (linked to other FAO systems as needed to retrieve or verify data) in support of collection and analysis of data to (a) monitor FAO's and OED's portfolio of work (b) support planning and work such as research and evaluation activities and (c) contribute to OED reporting efforts. * Develops interactive dashboards for the visualization of OED evaluations' portfolio for both internal and external stakeholders. * Responds to requests for information delivering data estimates data sets or visual displays of quantitative and qualitative data (such as maps charts and graphs). * Participates in developing improved work methods and processes such as e-templates e-library and workflow systems to suggest innovative uses of technology to enhance these processes. * Ensures compliance with FAO's data policy and OED's data governance including data protection storage and destruction. * Serves as the Field Programme Management Information System (FPMIS) focal point at OED for data and information including retrieving and downloading metadata and information to support evaluation planning and monitoring of FAO and OED portfolio. * Performs other duties as required. ______________________________________________________________________________________________________ CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING Minimum Requirements * Advanced university degree in information technology or related field. * Three years of relevant experience delivering Data Visualization solutions and services. * Working knowledge (proficient – level C) of English and limited knowledge (intermediate – level B) of one of the other official FAO languages (Arabic Chinese French Russian or Spanish). Competencies * Results Focus * Teamwork * Communication * Building Effective Relationships * Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement Technical/Functional Skills * Work experience in more than one location or area of work particularly in field positions is an asset. * Extent and relevance of experience delivering IT-driven solutions and services in particular information systems. * Demonstrable design knowledge such as layout typography interaction design. * Demonstrable proficiency with data visualization tools such as Tableau and Power BI * Demonstrable proficiency with business communication platforms such as Microsoft Teams. * Demonstrable proficiency with business app development tools such as Microsoft PowerApps. * Demonstrable proficiency with automation of recurring tasks software such as Microsoft Power Automate. * Demonstrable proficiency with content management system (CSM) software such as Microsoft SharePoint. Job Posting 29/Aug/2023 Closure Date 19/Sep/2023 11:59:00 PM Organizational Unit Office of Evaluation (OED) Job Type Staff position Type of Requisition Professional Project Grade Level P-2 Primary Location Italy-Rome Duration Fixed-term: 1 year with possibility of extension Post Number 2009745 CCOG Code 1A05 IMPORTANT NOTICE: Please note that Closure Date and Time displayed above are based on date and time settings of your personal device The length of appointment for internal FAO candidates will be established in accordance with applicable policies pertaining to the extension of appointments _____________________________________________________________________________________________________ * 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 persons 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 * FAO staff are subject to the authority of the Director-General who may assign them to any of the activities or offices of the Organization. The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) contributes to the achievement of the 2030 Agenda through the FAO Strategic Framework by supporting the transformation to MORE efficient inclusive resilient and sustainable agrifood systems for better production better nutrition a better environment and a better life leaving no one behind.


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. Remark : this VA is being re-opened to expand the pool of candidates. Candidates who have already submitted an application as their application has already been given due consideration. For every child Hope The Regional Advisor Child Protection provides leadership and advocacy to accelerate progress in the region responding to the violence against children strengthening child protection system and addressing harmful social norms to achieve results towards the Strategic Plan. ROSA especially focuses on supporting countries in scaling up social service workforce strengthening justice for children CRVS ending child marriage and child labour scaling up mental health and psychosocial support and addressing child protection in humanitarian settings. Cross-sectoral collaboration is at the core of how ROSA works in combination with contextualized programming and working through and expanding partnerships. How can you make a difference? Regional advisory services and technical support on strategic planning * Advise key national government officials NGO partners UN system partners and other country office partners on policies strategies approaches and best practices on child protection and related issues including emergency preparedness to support programme development planning management implementation and delivery of results. * Participate in regional/country programme planning preparation and reviews to provide advice on the formulation design management enhancement and communication of child protection programmes including setting priorities and results-based management goals. * Participate in key regional events and strategic discussions to influence policy discussions and agenda setting on child protection and rights to survival development and well being in society. * Develop and recommend regional programme policy/papers strategies and approaches. Lead and organize regional strategic discussions and planning on child protection and related programming issues. Contribute to NYHQ/Global programme policy/papers strategies and approaches. Collaborate with NYHQ and other Regional Advisers/Country Offices on cross cutting issues to harmonize link and/or leverage competencies. Support to country offices on programme development and planning * Collaborate with Regional Management/Country Office teams throughout all stages of child protection programming to provide technical support to programme preparation implementation and monitoring for results. * Provide policy guidance and technical support to national external partners and internal colleagues to develop national policies/strategies for UNICEF assisted programmes including scaling up child protection programmes. * Contribute to the planning and updating of the situation analysis to ensure that current and comprehensive data on child protection issues is available to guide UNICEF’s strategic policy advocacy intervention and development efforts on child rights and protection and to set programme priorities strategies design and implementation plans. * Keep abreast of national regional and international development priorities on child protection and rights to leverage UNICEF’s position and competencies with donors national governments communities and constituents to advocate and promote child protection interventions policies and social change to achieve goals on child’s rights protection survival and wellbeing as productive members of society. * Provide technical advice to facilitate the preparation of Country Office child protection programme recommendations and related documentation to ensure alignment of programme goals with UNICEF’s overall Strategic Plans and regional strategies. * Consult and collaborate with national/global colleagues partners and allies to develop partnership frameworks to address specific needs and to leverage resources for enhancing and scaling up child protection programmes/projects. * Evaluate and facilitate synergy integration coherence and harmonization of programmes and projects with UNICEF Strategic Plans and priorities donors’ development strategies and policies national priorities and competencies and UN System development interventions and initiatives. Regional programme monitoring and assessment * Collaborate with HQ Advisers and Regional/Country Monitoring and Evaluation Adviser/Officers to establish benchmarks performance indicators and other UNICEF/UN system indicators and measurements to assess and strengthen performance accountability coherence and delivery of concrete and sustainable results on child protection programmes. * Participate in major monitoring and evaluation exercises programme reviews and annual sector reviews with government and other counterparts to assess progress and to provide advice on required actions and interventions to achieve results. * Assess COs monitoring and evaluation reports to identify gaps strengths and/or weaknesses in programme management. Identify lessons learned and use knowledge gained for development planning and timely intervention to achieve goals. * Submit and share assessments on child protection programmes in country offices highlighting critical issues and suggestions for enhancing performance and delivery of sustainable results. Advocacy networking and partnership building * Build and strengthen strategic partnerships through networking and advocacy with regional and national government counterparts UN system agency partners donors internationally recognized institutions NGOs funding organizations research institutes and private sector to reinforce cooperation and/or pursue opportunities to promote goals and achieve sustainable and broad results on child protection programmes and projects. * Collaborate with and advise country offices in the region to develop strategies and implementation plans and activities for maximum communication impact and outreach to promote awareness establish partnerships/alliances and support resource mobilization for UNICEF and Country Office child protection programmes and projects. * Participate and/or represent UNICEF (as delegated/designated) in key events/meetings and in inter-agency (UNCT) discussions and planning on child protection and related issues to ensure organizational position interests and priorities are clearly articulated and fully considered/integrated in the UNDAF process in development planning and agenda setting. Collaborate with regional inter-agency partners/colleagues on UNDAF planning and preparation of related programmes and project. Innovation knowledge management and capacity building * Promote critical thinking and introduce technological and programme innovations approaches and good practices in the region for sustainable child protection programme/project initiatives through advocacy and technical advisory services. * Keep abreast research benchmark introduce and implement best and cutting edge practices in the region’s child protection programme management and information systems. Institutionalize and share best practices and knowledge learned. * Identify assess vet and disseminate a roster of qualified experts and highly recognized institutions for easy access and use by stakeholders. * Lead and/or develop policies and procedures and introduce innovation and best practices to ensure optimum efficiency and efficacy of sustainable programmes and projects. * Lead plan and implement capacity building initiatives to enhance the competencies of clients and stakeholders to promote sustainable results on child protection programmes and projects. To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have… * An advanced university degree (Master’s or higher) in one of the following fields is required: international development human rights psychology sociology international law or another relevant social science field. * A minimum of 10 years of relevant professional experience in social development planning and management in child protection related areas at the international level is required. * Developing country work experience and/or familiarity with emergency is considered an asset. * Relevant experience in programme development in child protection related areas in a UN system agency or organization is considered as an asset. * Experience in both development and humanitarian contexts is an added advantage. * Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic Chinese French Russian or Spanish) or a local language is an asset. For every Child you demonstrate... UNICEF’s Core Values of Care Respect Integrity Trust and Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF Values UNICEF Competencies Required For This Post Are… * Builds and maintains partnerships (2) * Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness(2) * Drive to achieve results for impact (2) * Innovates and embraces change (2) * Manages ambiguity and complexity (2) * Thinks and acts strategically (2) * Works collaboratively with others (2) * Nurtures leads and manages people (2) 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 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. 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 is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children. All selected candidates will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. 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’s active commitment towards diversity and inclusion is critical to deliver the best results for children. Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with UNICEF and an underlying premise of the international civil service. 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 are also 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. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.


Job Description Background Under the direct supervision of the Head of Humanitarian Access the National Field Analyst will be responsible for supporting and strengthening the capacities of the Government of South Sudan and humanitarian agencies to prepare for mitigate and respond to humanitarian emergencies in South Sudan. Job Purpose The National Field Analyst (NFA) will contribute to OCHA South Sudan’s collective efforts to improve humanitarian access. The incumbent will engage with relevant stakeholders to ensure that their perspectives are considered and incorporated in designing Humanitarian Access planning frameworks and policy. Duties And Responsibilities * Under the direct supervisor of the Head of Humanitarian Access the National Field Analyst will: * Support the Head of Humanitarian Access in serving as the key focal point within the humanitarian system for NGOs UN agencies and Government partners within the assigned geographical area of responsibility. * Be informed and able to represent the interests of humanitarian actors within a given state or sector and advise on humanitarian priorities and principles * Build Relationships with Actors to support humanitarian operations: * Build collaborative and effective relationships with all actors both humanitarian and non-humanitarian to ensure that all available resources and actors are ready to support humanitarian operations when necessary. * Monitor track humanitarian incidents and share reports with partners: * Monitor and track all new humanitarian incidents. Document all developments and share through verbal or written reports/briefings with field-level implementing partners and the OCHA Head of Field Coordination in Juba. * Support the collection of field information to improve coordination activities and effectively map areas of humanitarian. needs and response activities. * Contribute to the development of reporting and public information products through preparation of weekly internal field reports * Hosting of high-level field visits and missions and assessments: * Support the OCHA office by participating in as needed the preparation and hosting of high-level field visits and missions and assessments lessons learned and evaluations. * Work in close collaboration with Government authorities and seek opportunities to increase the humanitarian capacity of local authorities. * Gender-sensitive needs assessment: * Ensure the use of gender-sensitive needs assessment needs analysis and response strategy development. Promote the use of the interagency agreed guidelines sphere standards criteria of intervention and checklists agreed at inter sector level; * Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the Head of Sub Office of the Head of Field Coordination 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 * Business Direction & Strategy: Strategic Thinking: Ability to develop effective strategies and prioritized plans in line with UNDP’s objectives based on the systemic analysis of challenges potential risks and opportunities linking the vision to reality on the ground and creating tangible solutions. * Ability to leverage learning from a variety of sources to anticipate and respond to future trends; to demonstrate foresight in order to model what future developments and possible ways forward look like for UNDP. * Knowledge Generation: Ability to research and turn information into useful knowledge relevant for context or responsive to a stated need. * Cross-Functional: Communication: Ability to communicate in a clear concise and unambiguous manner both through written and verbal communication; to tailor messages and choose communication methods depending on the audience. * Ability to manage communications internally and externally through media social media and other appropriate channels. * Customer Satisfaction/Client Management: Ability to respond timely and appropriately with a sense of urgency provide consistent solutions and deliver timely and quality results and/or solutions to fulfil and understand the real customers' needs. * Provide inputs to the development of customer service strategy. * Look for ways to add value beyond clients' immediate requests. * Ability to anticipate client's upcoming needs and concerns. * Effective Decision Making: Ability to take decisions in a timely and efficient manner in line with one’s authority area of expertise and resources. * Business Management: Partnerships Management: Ability to build and maintain partnerships with wide networks of stakeholders Governments civil society and private sector partners experts and others in line with UNDP strategy and policies * Results-based Management: Ability to manage programmes and projects with a focus on improved performance and demonstrable results Education Required Skills and Experience * Master’s degree is required and bachelor’s degree with 2 years’ experience in social sciences in lieu of Master Experience Knowledge And Skills * Up to 2 years’ experience in a similar position with an international organization engaged in relief and development work in South Sudan. * Experience in conducting humanitarian assessments and in implementing humanitarian programs. * Experience with humanitarian coordination preferably in leadership roles. * Experience working with Government of South Sudan humanitarian counterparts and capacity building. Understanding of humanitarian operations and principles; Ability to communicate clearly with a demonstrated openness in sharing information and keeping people informed; * Demonstrated ability to work with a wide range of actors under significant time and logistical constraints and deliver results; Excellent computer knowledge (Microsoft Office applications: Word Excel PowerPoint) E-Mail programmes (Lotus Notes preferred or MS Outlook) Internet search machines and responsible virus free internet usage.; knowledge of handling GPS receivers and Thuraya phone will be an added advantage. * Provides technical support to sectors as requested. * Assists in the establishment and maintenance of contacts with other UN agencies NGOs other humanitarian actors and relevant government counterparts. * Supports sectors to improve the efficiency of the humanitarian response through effective analyses to improve humanitarian access. * Provides synergies and supports CMCoord desk. 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OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME The Division of the Regional Director (RDD) provides the visionary leadership and together with BOS supports the Country Offices and all the other Divisions in the efficient delivery of the EPW through agile transformation and implementing WHO Value Charter. RDD has the overall responsibility for the planning execution and evaluation of WHO programmes at the regional and country levels and in strengthening the alignment and joint work across the three levels of the organization. It is the safeguard of the WHO Values Charter. It encompasses the enabling functions of resource mobilization and alliances external relations and communications and support to governing bodies of the European Region in addition to organization development staff development and learning and transformation. It also specifically includes the representative function of WHO with the institutions of the European Union the EURO Ombudsman who reports directly and independently to the Regional Director and the committee on staff health and wellbeing. The European Observatory on Health Systems and Policies is at the forefront of international evidence generation and knowledge brokering for health policies and systems. Its mission is to support and promote evidence-informed health policy-making through comprehensive and rigorous analysis of the dynamics of health systems and policies in Europe. The Observatory's aim is to generate evidence and broker knowledge so that policy makers can take better health systems decisions and improve population health. Its objectives include: Describing and analysing health systems and the changes they undergo; Mapping trends and making comparisons (including with relevant countries outside Europe) to support European policy-making; Mobilizing experience from practice across Europe to give insights into policy issues; Working in partnership with governments international organizations academics policy-makers and practitioners to provide evidence and evidence-informed policy options to national and European policy-makers; Employing (and developing) a range of knowledge brokering tools to communicate effectively with policy-makers; Feeding evidence into the wider health policy debate. The Observatory is a partnership hosted by the WHO Regional Office for Europe. It includes the Governments of Austria Belgium Finland Ireland Norway Slovenia Spain Sweden Switzerland and the United Kingdom; the Veneto Region of Italy; the French National Union of Health Insurance Funds (UNCAM); the World Health Organization; the European Commission; the World Bank; the Health Foundation; the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE); and the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine (LSHTM). The Observatory consists of a Steering Committee senior management team and staff. Its core Secretariat is in Brussels and it has offices in London at LSE and LSHTM and Berlin (TUB). Description Of Duties Under the managerial oversight of the Administrative Officer of the office the incumbent provides a variety of secretarial and administrative services in support of the activities of the Observatory. Key Duties * Drafts correspondence and documents based on written/verbal prompts from the professional staff of the unit. Composes and finalizes correspondence of administrative nature. Provides rough translation or synopsis of incoming mail. Takes notes at meetings. Types reports and other documentation. * Assists with the administrative preparation and conduct of meetings and other activities in accordance with established procedures. * Makes travel arrangements for duty travels and in accordance with established procedures prepares approval memoranda travel authorizations and follows upon issue of duty travel reports. * Prepares correspondence for the recruitment of consultants and temporary advisers; arranges briefing appointments and provides secretarial support for them; processes agreements for performance of work and other types of contractual arrangements as required and related correspondence follows up on deadlines of such agreements/contracts and prepares payment instructions. * Initiates action to process or follow up on correspondence documentation and forms. Creates background files and compiles reference material as appropriate. Accesses and retrieves information from relevant databases and updates as required. * Responds to and acts on telephone enquiries and requests for information. Assesses the critical nature of technical enquiries and refers them to appropriate staff for reply. Coordinates appointments for supervisor(s) and organizes programmes for visitors. * Provides briefing and guidance to staff at all levels in the unit/programme on office practices and procedures; liaises with assists or replaces other secretaries and/or programme assistants in the unit or department should the need arise. * Performs other related duties as required. Required Qualifications Education Essential: Completion of secondary school or equivalent. Desirable: Relevant higher education or post-secondary school courses in a field relevant to the position. Experience Essential: At least 3 years of demonstrated experience in the secretarial/administrative field. Desirable: Experience in an international environment or institution. Relevant experience in WHO or in the UN. Skills Proficiency in the use of standard office computer software note taking and operation of computerized systems and data bases. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Ability to identify and manage one's own emotions as well as helping others to do the same. WHO Competencies Teamwork Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences Communication Knowing and managing yourself Producing results Use of Language Skills Essential: Expert knowledge of English. Desirable: Intermediate knowledge of FrenchRussianGerma. REMUNERATION WHO offers staff in the General Services category an attractive remuneration package which for the above position includes an annual net base salary starting at EUR 50775 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance as applicable) and 30 days of annual leave. Additional Information * This vacancy notice may be used to fill other similar positions at the same grade level * Only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted. * A written test and/or an asynchronous video assessment may be used as a form of screening. * In the event that your candidature is retained for an interview you will be required to provide in advance a scanned copy of the degree(s)/diploma(s)/certificate(s) required for this position. 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Being a Champion for SMBs is good for business. And a career defining opportunity for you BILL is a leader in financial automation software for small and midsize businesses (SMBs). As a champion of SMBs we are dedicated to automating the future of finance so businesses can thrive. Hundreds of thousands of businesses trust BILL solutions to manage financial workflows including payables receivables and spend and expense management. With BILL businesses are connected to a network of millions of members so they can pay or get paid faster. Through our automated solutions we help SMBs simplify and control their finances so they can confidently manage their businesses and succeed on their terms. BILL is a trusted partner of leading U.S. financial institutions accounting firms and accounting software providers. We have operations in San Jose CA Draper UT Houston TX and Sydney AUS and are continuing to expand into other geographic locations. If you’re looking for a place that helps you do the best work of your career look no further than BILL. This position is based at the following location Draper UT. We support a hybrid work environment with on-site and remote work days. Make Your Impact Within a Rapidly Growing Fintech Company We are seeking Business Development Representatives to join our growing sales team. You will qualify leads build relationships with prospective customers network with partners and generate new opportunities for BILL Direct Sales channel. Business Development Reps who consistently meet and exceed their sales targets will be considered for exciting career expansion opportunities within our growing organization. This position reports to the Sales Manager Business Development in the Direct Sales channel. We’d Love To Chat If You Have * Responding to outbound marketing-generated leads to setup quality demos for BILL Account Executives * Creative outbound prospecting within your named accounts * Engaging prospects via a phone call within 10 minutes or less of lead creation * Making 80+ Outbound phone calls each day * Leading multiple prospects simultaneously at various stages of the BILL qualification cycle (ensuring timely follow-up while maintaining consistent touchpoints within 30 days of lead creation) * Develop and maintain an in-depth knowledge of BILL's products and services * Leveraging sales tools such as LinkedIn Navigator to network with potential customers * Achieving and exceeding weekly/monthly metrics( demos scheduled qualified leads new contacts etc..) * Daily team huddles to celebrate wins and share goals * Experience with Sales tools such as Salesforce Zoom info and Outreach * Experience as an SDR/ADR/BDR * Outbound prospecting Let’s Talk About Benefits * 100% paid health dental and vision plans (choose HMO PPO or HDHP) * HSA & FSA accounts * Life Insurance Long & Short-term disability coverage * Employee Assistance Program (EAP) * 11+ Observed holidays and wellness days and flexible time off * Employee Stock Purchase Program with employee discounts * Wellness & Fitness initiatives * Employee recognition and referral programs * And much more For positions that are in office we support a hybrid work environment with on-site and remote work days. Check out our LinkedIn Life Page for each location and Discover BILL. We live our culture and values every day At BILL we’re different by design—it's our culture. Our CEO is a trusted entrepreneur who lives our cultural values: Humble Authentic Passionate Accountable and Fun. People here love being their authentic selves contributing unique experiences sharing ideas perspectives and intellectual curiosity. We celebrate our diversity as the heart and soul of how we work grow and succeed together. Inspiring people with meaningful career experiences they love really does make the dream work and our successes just keep getting better. There’s no limit to what we can build and where we can go from here. We’d love you to join us. BILL is proudly an Equal Opportunity Employer where everyone is welcome. Our innovation and technology are inspired by an inclusive culture unlike any other. Everyone brings a different personal story and perspective and this diverse mix of minds backgrounds and experiences is where our greatest ideas come from. We welcome people of all races ethnicities ages religions abilities genders and sexual orientations to make us an even more vibrant company. We want everyone to bring their authentic selves here to share our values shape our vision drive innovation and become part of a culture we celebrate every day. BILL Culture * Humble - We check our egos at the door. We are curious. We listen accept feedback. * Authentic - We earn and show trust by being real—embracing our authentic selves. * Passionate - We care deeply about each other and our customers. * Accountable - We are duty-bound to each other our customers and society. * Fun - We wrap it all together by building connections and enjoying time spent together. Our Applicant Privacy Notice describes how BILL treats the personal information it receives from applicants


Job Description The World at Abt Solving the world’s most pressing issues and improving the quality of life for people worldwide is what we do every day at Abt Associates. Creating a more equitable world is no small task but we are driven by big challenges. We are a team of 3000+ people in over 50 countries working in unison and focused on the bigger picture. Only by sharing our commitment energy and innovation do we affect change and push the boundaries of what’s possible. We welcome diverse ideas backgrounds and viewpoints – joining Abt means access to exceptional thinkers at the top of their game. To thrive at Abt is to embrace flexibility and collaboration. Our open culture allows you to balance your work and personal life as needed to optimize personal well-being. Creating a more equitable world starts from within – we look after people around the world and we’ll do the same for you. Ready to embrace rewarding and meaningful work? Now’s your chance. The Opportunity Abt is seeking a data scientist with a background in climate science to join its growing team in the Digital and Data Services (DDS) Division. This division plays a key role within Abt providing data science methods data visualization and automation tools to a broad range of government agencies university researchers and foundations. Much of this work is focused on public policy program evaluation and data modernization in such areas as healthcare public health housing the environment and human services both within the US and internationally. This position will primarily collaborate with Abt’s domestic environmental clients. The Data Scientist works with internal colleagues and external clients on applications data to answer complex technical questions. They will perform data cleaning analyze textual and numerical data and may utilize various tools in Azure and AWS cloud environments to deploy generative AI natural language processing and machine learning workflows. In addition the successful candidate will develop analysis plans communicate the strengths and weaknesses of various analyses and identify and apply appropriate analytic techniques. The selected candidate must be experienced at both climate modeling and data science methods with preference given to experience with Python. Core Responsibilities The successful hire will be able to perform the following functions and have the following mix of experience and skills: * Conduct targeted literature reviews of climate and hydrology literature in the US drawing on previous experience conducting literature review and synthesis reports * Familiarity with climate models and interpreting model outputs * Core understanding of observed and projected climate variables: precipitation temperature sea level flooding streamflow snowpack droughts wildfires and extreme seasonal and temporal and spatial variation in these variables * Collect data from various sources e.g. webscraping and APIs and perform data management tasks (data wrangling cleaning etc.) * Experience with generative AI natural language processing (NLP) and/or machine learning methods such as logistic regression random forest and neural nets. * Strong programming skills in Python or R. * Strong writing presentation and interpersonal communication skills. Desired Qualifications: * PhD focused on climate observations and projections with focus on hydrology and the water cycle across the US * 5+ years of technical and professional level writing * Published climate science manuscripts * Reviewer of climate science publications Minimum Qualifications Masters in climate science focused degree with 0 years of experience OR the equivalent combination of education and experience. What We Offer We foster an environment where you can Thrive Your Way. Our innovative total rewards programs are designed to help balance your work and personal life. The approach toward your wellbeing centers around comprehensive benefits flexible schedules and professional development. Abt Associates is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse workforce. Abt Associates provides market-competitive salaries and comprehensive employee benefits. Local candidates strongly encouraged to apply. This position offers an anticipated annual base salary range of approximately $91000 to $125000 and may vary by ten percent depending on candidate geographic location. Salary offers are made based on internal equity and market analysis. Disclaimer: Abt Associates will never ask candidates for money in exchange for an offer of employment.


Organizational Setting FAO’s Human Resources Division (CSH) provides HR strategies policies tools guidance and oversight to FAO clients worldwide to ensure that the Organization attracts develops and retains a diverse skilled and highly motivated workforce delivering on the mandate of the Organization. Over the next years CSH will focus on developing and implementing a people centered strategy and positioning HR as a strategic partner contributing to the achievement of the mandate of FAO. The Human Resources Division is composed of two main clusters (i) the Integrated Talent Management providing advice and managing position management recruitment mobility staff development and training performance management and social security and (ii) the HR Strategy and Policy providing HR strategic guidance policy and oversight. The position is located in the office of the Director CSH and based at FAO headquarters in Rome Italy. Reporting Lines The Human Resources Officer (HR Communications and Staff Relations) reports to the Director CSH in close collaboration with responsible CSH units and with a matrix reporting line to the Senior Human Resources Officer/Head of Learning and Performance Branch (CSHL); coordinates with the Office of Communications (OCC) as required. The Human Resources Officer (HR Communications and Staff Relations) supports the Director CSH when acting as the Chair of the Staff Management Consultative Committee (SMCC) and liaises with the staff representative bodies (SRB’s) on a regular basis. Technical Focus Analyse coordinate communicate and advise on staff management relations and staff engagement related activities. Key Results Support the development and implementation of effective employee engagement and communication initiatives throughout the Organization supporting an enabling environment and inclusive culture that unlocks potential energy and innovation. Key Functions * Researches and analyses data reports and HR information to support communication and engagement with staff; * Produces a variety of tools reports and material to support communication enhanced awareness on HR matters and facilitates two-way dialogue with stakeholders; * Supports implementation of methodologies and tools that measure and analyse workplace culture employee engagement and experience as well as workforce data to identify strengths and opportunities for improvement. * Collaborates in the development of information/training materials and products to increase understanding of HR services and policies and facilitate change across the Organization; * Participates in multidisciplinary teams and/or leads working groups/teams; collaborates with FAO Centres/Divisions/Offices as well as other international agencies on working groups and committees and promotes best practices. Specific Functions * Acts as secretary of the Staff Management Consultative Committee (SMCC); coordinates regular meetings develops the agenda in collaboration with relevant stakeholder and produces summary notes; * Liaises with appropriate units within CSH and across the Organization to seek solutions in response to matters raised at the SMCC to ensure consistency transparency and accountability; * Identifies issues and researches best practices on working modalities of staff management consultative committees and similar bodies and prepares briefs to the SMCC Chair including analysis and recommendations; Ensures Staff Representative Bodies’ activities are acting within the terms of their respective mandates and Recognition Agreements; * Supports the overall development implementation and monitoring of effective communication and dialogue with stakeholders on HR matters; * Contributes to the development and delivery of communication materials tools and products to increase understanding of HR programmes services and policies and facilitates the introduction of changes across the Organization; * Coordinates the design and maintenance of the HR intranet pages in coordination with CSH subject matter experts; * Supports regular staff engagement including through the coordination of ‘pulse’ surveys all employee town halls and other engagement mechanisms such as the knowledge sharing fora; * Supports the implementation of FAO’s global Employee Satisfaction Survey (E2S) in coordination with the Learning and Performance Branch. Analyses E2S data and prepares reports and presentations; * Develops resources and tools for FAO work streams and Centres/Divisions/Offices to assist with follow-up E2S action planning and works closely with the E2S focal point network to develop learning support mechanisms to support planning and monitoring; * Supports internal Organization-wide communication efforts in the context of the E2S results and action planning; * Supports the organization and execution of FAO Employee Recognition Programmes; * Performs other duties as required. ______________________________________________________________________________________________________ CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING Minimum Requirements * Advanced university degree in human resources management communication business administration law organizational development industrial psychology or a related field. * Five years of relevant experience in human resources management change management and communication including staff engagement. * Working knowledge (proficient - level C) of English and limited knowledge (intermediate - level B) of another official FAO language (Arabic Chinese French Russian or Spanish). Competencies * Results Focus * Teamwork * Communication * Building Effective Relationships * Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement Technical/Functional Skills * Work experience in more than one location or area of work particularly in field positions. * Extent of experience in human resources policy and programme development and implementation. * Extent and relevance of experience in implementing employee surveys or related projects and supporting post survey reporting and action planning. * Proven ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing in English and ability to promote partnership and dialogue across the Organization and with external stakeholders. * Effective consulting and advisory skills with strong analytical project management and problem solving skills. * Ability to be discrete and maintain a high degree of confidentiality. * Ability to promote ideas convince others and gain agreement from others to further the work and mission of FAO. * Working knowledge (proficient – level C) of another official FAO language (Arabic Chinese French Russian or Spanish) is considered an asset. ______________________________________________________________________________________________________ Please note that all candidates should adhere to FAO Values of Commitment to FAO Respect for All and Integrity and Transparency. ______________________________________________________________________________________________________ Job Posting 16/Aug/2023 Closure Date 20/Sep/2023 10:59:00 PM Organizational Unit Human Resources Division (CSH) Job Type Staff position Type of Requisition Professional Grade Level P-3 Primary Location Italy-Rome Duration Fixed term: two years with possibility of extension Post Number 2009727 CCOG Code 1A06 IMPORTANT NOTICE: Please note that Closure Date and Time displayed above are based on date and time settings of your personal device The length of appointment for internal FAO candidates will be established in accordance with applicable policies pertaining to the extension of appointments. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________ * 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 persons 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 * FAO staff are subject to the authority of the Director-General who may assign them to any of the activities or offices of the Organization. The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) contributes to the achievement of the 2030 Agenda through FAO Strategic Framework by supporting the transformation to MORE efficient inclusive resilient and sustainable agrifood systems for better production  better nutrition  a better environment and a better life  leaving no one behind.


Application period 22-Aug-2023 to 12-Sep-2023 Functional Responsibilities: Under the direct supervision of the Head of Project Unit (HPU) responsibilities of the Programme Management Officer - Specialist will include the following tasks: * Support the development and coordination of Mine Action programs including explosive ordnance humanitarian mine action and weapons and ammunition management (WAM) as required; this includes the development of program strategies resource mobilization strategies Work Plans and budgets; * Monitor evaluate and analyze Mine Action program/project development and implementation in alignment with strategic direction when on assignment; review relevant documents and reports; identify problems and issues to be addressed and initiate corrective actions; liaise with relevant parties; ensure follow-up actions. * Research analyze and present information gathered from diverse sources. * Support policy development including ensuring the program is gender responsive and employs gender mainstreaming approaches. * Review and analyze issues and trends prepares evaluations or other research activities and studies; * Coordinate quality reviews of Mine Action program documents and deliverables. * Draft budgets and project proposals for new projects and extensions of ongoing projects as required by the HPU; * Draft Program Quarterly and Annual reports; * Prepare donor reports and funding proposals including ad-hoc reports as required; * Prepare periodic substantive reports for implementing partners against donor contributions projects and activities; * Prepare periodic Financial reports to local authorities as required; * Provide logistical and substantive support for visits of donors and other delegations; * Assist the HPU during donor visits visits to embassies and presentations and visits to/by Mine Action stakeholders in country; * Liaise with UN partner agencies and donors in mine action in obtaining up-to-date information on potential funding and projects; * Attend inter-agency meetings and assist with any program issues; * Provide program information to partner agencies non-governmental organizations and contractors and UN agencies; * Maintain documentation of decisions and actions taken on program issues; * Actively engage in public information initiatives and maintain close working relationships with UN partner agencies on public information activities; * Provide quality control for management products (program documents reports etc.). * Contribute to the oversight of lessons learned procedures ensuring that lessons learned are shared in a timely and appropriate manner. * Any other duties as requested and tasked by the HPU and/or Senior Program Officer. Education/Experience/Language requirements: Education: * Advanced University Degree (Master’s Degree or equivalent) in business administration project management social science or related field with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience OR * First level University degree (Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent) in a related field with a minimum of 7 years of relevant experience. Experience: * Relevant experience is defined as experience in program management project management or business administration * Experience in humanitarian affairs and mine action is desired. * Experience in donor reporting and preparing project proposals is desired. Language: * Fluency in English (spoken and written) is required. * Fluency in French (spoken and written) is required. * Knowledge of other UN official languages is desired. 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.


Contract Duration: 2 years (maximum cumulative length of 5 years)* Duty Station: Geneva Switzerland Application Deadline: 20 September 2023 11:59:00 PM (CEST) IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING APPLICATION DEADLINE: please note that the deadline for applications is indicated in local time as per the time zone of the applicant’s location. This post is a limited-term fixed-term post. I. Organizational Context a. Organizational Setting The post is located in the French Translation Section of the Language Division Administration Finance and Management Sector. The Language Division is responsible for delivering comprehensive and high-quality language services in relation to: the translation of treaties and other international instruments administered by WIPO national legislative texts documents for the Assemblies of Member States publications reports of meetings and conferences and working documents for committees of experts and other bodies and the WIPO website; and the provision of interpretation services for the meetings of the WIPO Assemblies committees and meetings organized by the various sectors. b. Purpose Statement The Head of the French Translation Section is responsible for the day-to-day management of the work of the Section and its staff and shapes and implements the objectives for the Section ensuring high quality and timely delivery of texts translated into French. c. Reporting Lines The incumbent works under the supervision of the Director of the Language Division. II. Duties and Responsibilities The incumbent will perform the following principal duties: a. Lead plan and control translation revision editing terminological reference and word processing work determining priorities and allocating staff resources for the timely quality and cost-effective delivery of outputs in accordance with results-based management principles. b. Manage and evaluate the work performed by staff of the Section (including temporary staff) and by contractual translators. Guide and counsel staff and develop training plans to promote the best utilization of their skills and experience. c. Revise and approve complex and urgent texts; translate particularly complex difficult or sensitive texts from English and at least one other official UN language. d. Make informed linguistic determinations concerning the French language and take authoritative decisions regarding terminology style and usage. e. Organize and supervise French terminology work including glossaries technical vocabularies and related data collections; direct terminological research within the Section and in collaboration with other language Section Heads participate in the enhanced design and development of terminology databases and computer-assisted-translation and terminology (CATT) tools. f. Promote and supervise the use of artificial intelligence (AI) based modern translation technologies including machine translation as a means to combine human and machine intelligence to ensure a timely delivery of high quality translation in a cost-efficient manner and ensure that the most effective use is made by the Section of all the translation technologies available. g. Design and prepare the documentation required for and lead the process of public tenders for translation in the Section; promote administer and execute the tender process review the bids select and administer the tests and select the successful bidders in accordance with established procurement rules and under the guidance of the Procurement and Travel Division. h. Establish and maintain contacts with translation institutions and individual translators with a view to expanding the network of translators; organize the testing of prospective translators and make decisions on their selection. i. Represent the Section in working groups and internal and external meetings; liaise with other language sections and relevant work units to achieve improved efficiencies knowledge management and information sharing. j. Perform other related duties as required. In particular the incumbent should be prepared to support teams in the Patents & Technology and Brands & Designs Sectors as required and should be prepared to spend time with the different language teams as part of the induction process and potentially on a periodic basis thereafter to ensure strong understanding of activities across WIPO. III. Requirements Education - Essential: * Advanced university degree in modern languages linguistics translation or related discipline. * A first-level university degree plus two years of relevant experience in addition to the experience mentioned below may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. Experience - Essential: * At least 10 years of relevant professional experience in translation editing revision and using CATT tools mainly acquired in international organizations. * Experience in supervising staff. Experience - Desirable: * Experience with and understanding of Results-Based Management. Languages - Essential: * Mother tongue level of French and excellent knowledge of English and Spanish. Languages - Desirable: * Knowledge of other official UN languages. Job-Related Competencies - Essential: * Excellent managerial skills and proven ability to provide leadership and to motivate and train staff. * Advanced translation and revision skills. * Thorough knowledge of concepts and terminology in various areas of specialization as well as modern translation technologies including machine translation and the related revision/post-editing work. * Strong aptitude regarding translation technology and software tools that aid the translation process and ability to rapidly assimilate information regarding new technology. * Excellent analytical and decision-making skills. * Excellent communication presentation and interpersonal skills and ability to maintain effective partnerships and working relations in a multi-cultural environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity. * Competent user of Microsoft Office applications (e.g. Word Excel Outlook PowerPoint) and the Internet. Job-Related Competencies - Desirable: * Knowledge of the subject matter dealt with by WIPO.


This vacancy announcement pertains to law enforcement and/or governmental officials within INTERPOL's member countries only. Please read the Conditions of Secondment in force at INTERPOL including the maximum duration of secondment as well as the Vacancy notice that are available at the bottom of the page (bullet points). INTERPOL has launched a Financial Assistance Programme for Secondments. This program is targeting non represented and underrepresented member countries which have been deterred from sending Seconded Officers to INTERPOL due to financial reasons. For more information on the eligibility on the process and on the financial package please write to HRM-FinAid@interpol.int. INTERPOL embraces diversity and is committed to achieving diversity & inclusion within its workforce. Qualified applicants from under-represented member countries and women are strongly encouraged to apply. Please be aware that your home Administration/Agency/Service/Government will be responsible for all of your salary/remuneration social insurance pension contributions welfare benefits family allowances benefits during your assignment at INTERPOL as well as travel removal expenses related to your arrival at and departure from INTERPOL and any other related costs depending on your circumstances. It is requested that you obtain in writing confirmation from your home Administration/Agency/Service/Government that it agrees with these CONDITIONS OF SECONDMENT. This confirmation letter should be forwarded to us THROUGH THE NCB. POST INFORMATION Title of the post: SECONDMENT - Operations Coordinator for Forestry Crime Reference of the post: INT04080 Directorate: Organized and Emerging Crimes Duty station: Lyon France Length and type of contract: 3 Year Secondment Grade: 4 Number of posts: 1 Security level: Basic Deadline for application:30 September 2023 INTERPOL is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes the applications of all qualified candidates who are nationals of INTERPOL member countries irrespective of their racial or ethnic origin opinions or beliefs gender sexual orientation and disabilities. INTERPOL places no restrictions on the eligibility of candidates without distinction as to race or ethnic origin religion opinions gender sexual orientation or disabilities. However the national policy and laws in force in INTERPOL host countries may mean that staff members’ spouses or partners while legally recognized by the Organization are not given the same recognition when they reside in certain duty stations. When this is the case the Organization will inform the candidates accordingly to ensure that they are aware of the situation and allow them to make an informed decision. CONFIDENTIALITY REGIME In application of Article 114.1 of INTERPOL’s Rules on the Processing of Data (RPD) the General Secretariat is “responsible for determining authorization procedures or a system of security clearance at each data confidentiality level”. Member states which are not able or willing to assist INTERPOL in performing such a check should be aware that some INTERPOL information might not be made available to their nationals working at INTERPOL. In order to be able to access police information classified as “INTERPOL For official use only” or “INTERPOL RESTRICTED” the individual has to obtain “INTERPOL Restricted” security clearance. This clearance is granted after Basic security screening. For seconded or other officials assigned to work or assist at the General Secretariat by a member country in lieu of Basic security screening the respective NCB shall attest that the equivalent of the INTERPOL Basic security screening has been satisfactorily completed. This means that the following verifications will not be performed by the General Secretariat but are considered to have been taken care of by the respective NCB. In order to be able to access police information classified as “INTERPOL CONFIDENTIAL” the individual has to obtain “INTERPOL Confidential” security clearance. This clearance is granted after Enhanced security screening. Under no circumstances should clearance be granted simply because of an official’s rank post held or length of service. Staff may only gain access to General Secretariat premises and to police information if the appropriate INTERPOL security clearance has been obtained. In order to reduce the secondment timeline and as the Enhanced security screening may take some time the seconded Official requiring INTERPOL Confidential security clearance may be authorized to start the secondment if the NCB can confirm that the equivalent to Basic security screening has been performed. Access to INTERPOL CONFIDENTIAL information will not be authorized until Enhanced security screening is confirmed. Available documents * CONDITIONS OF SECONDMENT FOR OFFICIALS - LYON 2023.pdf * Vacancy Notice INT04080 Secondment Operations Coordinator Forestry Crime.pdf


Hardship Level B Family Type Family Family Type Family Residential location (if applicable) Grade GS5 Staff Member / Affiliate Type General Service Reason Regular > Regular Assignment Remote work accepted No Target Start Date 2023-09-18 Job Posting End Date September 17 2023 Standard Job Description Senior Repatriation Assistant Organizational Setting and Work Relationships The Senior Repatriation Assistant reports to the Repatriation Associate Senior Repatriation Associate Associate Repatriation Officer Associate Protection Officer Repatriation Officer or Protection Officer in a Field Office Sub Office or Country Office. The Senior Repatriation Assistant is relied upon to contribute to the advancement of repatriation activities. The incumbent should implement the voluntary repatriation programme in compliance with requisite standard operating procedures. S/he should contribute to ensuring that all repatriation movements respect the principle of voluntariness and occur in safety and dignity with the full participation and support of persons and communities of concern. All UNHCR staff members are accountable to perform their duties as reflected in their job description. They do so within their delegated authorities in line with the regulatory framework of UNHCR which includes the UN Charter UN Staff Regulations and Rules UNHCR Policies and Administrative Instructions as well as relevant accountability frameworks. In addition staff members are required to discharge their responsibilities in a manner consistent with the core functional cross-functional and managerial competencies and UNHCR¿s core values of professionalism integrity and respect for diversity. Duties - Interview candidates for voluntary repatriation and ensure that they make informed decisions on returns based on up to date information on the conditions in the country of origin. - Assist in proposing documents (including Voluntary Repatriation Forms) and ensure that refugees are provided with the appropriate documentation. - Facilitate UNHCR¿s access and communication to/with individual and communities of concern including through translation and cultural mediation. - Participate in mass information activities aimed at informing refugee communities and other relevant stakeholders about the voluntary repatriation programme. - Provide logistics and administrative support to voluntary repatriation border-crossing/return movements. - Assist in assessing the specific needs of vulnerable categories of returnees during return movements and advise on responses. - Interview candidates for voluntary repatriation and advise senior colleagues on their decision to return is voluntary. - In line with the existing SOPs advise senior colleagues on which individuals to register for further return processing. - Enter information on voluntary repatriation into available databases in line with SOPs. - Perform other related duties as required. Minimum Qualifications Education & Professional Work Experience Years of Experience / Degree Level For G5 - 2 years relevant experience with High School Diploma; or 1 year relevant work experience with Bachelor or equivalent or higher Field(s) of Education Not applicable Certificates and/or Licenses International Law International relation Political science or other relevant field. Relevant Job Experience Essential Not specified Desirable Good knowledge of UNHCR¿s protection mandate and operations. Functional Skills IT-Computer Literacy UN-UN/UNHCR Mandate and Global Strategic Priorities PR-Protection-related guidelines standards and indicators (Functional Skills marked with an asterisk* are essential) Language Requirements For International Professional and Field Service jobs: Knowledge of English and UN working language of the duty station if not English. For National Professional jobs: Knowledge of English and UN working language of the duty station if not English and local language. For General Service jobs: Knowledge of English and/or UN working language of the duty station if not English. All UNHCR workforce members must individually and collectively contribute towards a working environment where each person feels safe and empowered to perform their duties. This includes by demonstrating no tolerance for sexual exploitation and abuse harassment including sexual harassment sexism gender inequality discrimination and abuse of power. As individuals and as managers all must be proactive in preventing and responding to inappropriate conduct support ongoing dialogue on these matters and speaking up and seeking guidance and support from relevant UNHCR resources when these issues arise. This is a Standard Job Description for all UNHCR jobs with this job title and grade level. The Operational Context may contain additional essential and/or desirable qualifications relating to the specific operation and/or position. Any such requirements are incorporated by reference in this Job Description and will be considered for the screening shortlisting and selection of candidates. Desired Candidate Profile The Senior Repatriation Assistant has understanding and demonstrated competencies in forced displacement and protection preferably with experience in conducting protection interviews protection monitoring and/or returns. The incumbent should have good knowledge of the local context and protection environment local actors NGOs and government/administrative structure. S/he has very good drafting and communication skills in English. Required languages (expected Overall ability is at least B2 level):   Desired languages   Operational context Occupational Safety and Health Considerations: Nature of Position: Living and Working Conditions: Skills Additional Qualifications IT-Computer Literacy PR-Protection-related guidelines standards and indicators UN-UN/UNHCR Mandate and Global Strategic Priorities Education Certifications International Law - Other International Relations - Other Political Science - Other Work Experience Competencies Accountability Analytical thinking Client & results orientation Commitment to continuous learning Communication Organizational awareness Planning & organizing Teamwork & collaboration Technological awareness UNHCR Salary Calculator https://icsc.un.org/Home/SalaryScales Compendium Additional Information Functional clearance This position doesn't require a functional clearance