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 Associates seeks a Director of Finance and Administration to support the anticipated 5-year USAID-funded Agriculture Transformation activity. The purpose of the activity is to catalyze a transformation in Nepal’s agricultural sector and lay the foundation for broad-based and inclusive economic growth. The objectives are expected to cover: * Increased agricultural productivity and competitiveness; * An improved policy environment; * Climate and economic resilience for women youth and marginalized communities; * Strengthened agricultural research institutions and extension systems. The activity will focus on fine rice industrial maize lentils high-value vegetables and goat value chains and will focus implementation in four provinces: Bagmati Province Lumbini Province Karnali Province and Sudurpaschim Province. As the Director of Finance and Administration you will report to the Chief of Party (COP) and oversee the compliance in finance and administration of project activities. The position will be based in Kathmandu Nepal and is contingent upon project award. Core Responsibilities * Financial Management * Ensure that project budget projections expenditure tracking and reporting are in accordance with Abt and USAID project requirements procedures and practices for compliance and audits. * Create and maintain financial reporting and tracking systems and provide financial performance updates on project activities. * Develop and manage project banking procedures and transactions. * Compliance: * Ensure compliance with USAID and Abt Associates policies regulations and procedures governing the contract. * Oversee the development of administrative and operations management systems and processes required to support project implementation ensuring compliance with USAID and Abt policies and regulations. * Oversee the administration of grants * Operations Management * Manage the provision of operational support to project activities ensuring that project senior management and program staff have the support required to implement planned activities. * Manage implementation of financial administrative and human resources policies and procedures that meet project needs and corporate and client requirements. * Provide ongoing financial administration to the project including approvals of purchase requisitions local consultant agreements vendor invoices and the like. * Oversee procurement efforts for the project including selection and negotiation with vendors and management of subcontractors on the project in compliance with USAID and Abt Associates procurement regulations. * Supervise institutional subcontracts with assistance from the home office project team. * Guide the administrative team on aspects of project annual work planning and ensure that quality operational plans budgets and reports are submitted as per contract agreements. * Human Resources & Performance Management * Oversee all human resources management functions – recruitment hiring transition and termination; benefits administration; performance appraisal and ongoing performance management; leave tracking; rewards and recognition; disciplinary processes – in collaboration with the home office-based project team and Abt’s human resources department. * Supervise all financial administrative and operational project support staff. * Ensure that staff team members and consultants understand their roles and responsibilities and comply with contract requirements USAID and Abt Associates’ HR policies and procedures for hiring performance reviews terminations etc. * Provide training to staff on project procedures and build skill-levels of project staff in the area of finance administration and project management. * General Project Management * Contribute financial reports to monthly and quarterly reporting processes to enable the COP to provide regular status and progress reports to USAID and Abt Associates. * In collaboration with the COP coordinate with the home-based project management team to assure that all managerial and administrative matters are communicated and actions comply with the provisions of the Contract and with USAID. * Liaise with the home office-based project team and International Accounting Manager on all operational and financial issues. What We Value * A graduate degree in business administration finance accounting management or other relevant field required * At least 10 years of professional work experience in the financial and administrative management of large complex development projects required including 5 years of experience with USAID (desired) or other donor funding * Supervisory and/or management work experience including: (1) direct supervision of professional and support staff; (2) quality evaluation of staff performance and deliverables; (3) contract management (required); and (4) ability to lead complex programs and motivate multidisciplinary multicultural teams * Experience managing financial transactions on USAID-funded programs required * Previous experience administering USAID grants under contracts required * Knowledge of USAID regulations and procedures required * Excellent financial management skills and knowledge of management tools and computer applications * Ability to set priorities and multi-task * Strong analytical and computer skills with emphasis on budgeting and financial analysis * Written and oral presentation skills in English and Nepali 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. Disclaimer: Abt Associates will never ask candidates for money in exchange for an offer of employment.


Job Requisition Type Evergreen (Formerly known as talent pools in order to have a balanced number of ready-to-hire candidates who can be deployed at short notice to a vacancy that best matches their skills. Evergreens are primarily used to fill Temporary Appointments.) Call for applications - Communications Officer P3 Location: Various location Why should you join us? UNHCR the UN Refugee Agency takes the lead in protecting people forced to flee wars and persecution around the world providing life-saving aid including shelter food and water to ensure their basic safety rights and dignity. With 18879 women and men working in 137 countries we work tirelessly to make a difference in the lives of 89.3 million forcibly displaced people worldwide. Our dedicated and professional staff work around the clock in roles including legal protection community services public affairs health and more. Despite the challenges they can face our staff are proud to work for UNHCR and determined to make a positive impact. How can you make a difference? Communications Officer Communications Officers’ functions working relationships and skills specializations differ depending on language location grade and whether they sit within a country operation a regional bureau or the Global Communications Service. UNHCR’s primary target audiences include public media and policymakers while our main partners and influencers include peers and private sector trusted figures and our own workforce. Some communicators will focus mainly on news and media relations for example while others will produce multimedia content manage social media accounts or lead advocacy campaigns. Forging partnerships with media outlets that reach target audiences is a central role for all Communications Officers. All Communications Officers are expected to work strategically in support of UNHCR’s operational and communications objectives for their geographic area of responsibility (AoR) as well as global priorities. Communications approaches should reflect our core values as an organization that is caring trustworthy proactive outcome-focused and responsive. This will reinforce UNHCR’s role as the lead agency that protects refugees internally displaced and stateless people and mobilizes action to provide solutions. Key responsibilities and duties: * Work inside UNHCR headquarters and with Bureaux and Divisions to define global external positioning communications strategies and plans and draft clear external messaging * Support the development and implementation of communications strategies for countries situations and special projects * Produce news outputs and multimedia content for a variety of external audiences especially media to meet UNHCR’s global communications objectives. Contribute to news-driven and authoritative content to lead the narrative on forced displacement and statelessness and show UNHCR’s impact * Identify key moments for proactive conversations and monitor news and popular trends to insert UNHCR’s messaging into ongoing conversations or to respond reactively * Act as an external voice for UNHCR in support of our mandate and the people we serve whether as spokespersons or through social media or other channels. Actively maintain media relations engage with journalists ensuring timely responses to requests for information and interviews. * Support senior executives and other management in the organisation of external interviews and ad hoc events * Further UNHCR’s cooperation with refugee-related activities of other UN agencies at country regional or global level including coordination of activities and exchange of information/ideas. Who are we looking for? Candidates with 6 years relevant experience with Undergraduate degree; or 5 years relevant experience with Graduate degree; or 4 years relevant experience with Doctorate degree Requirements Minimum 4years of professional experience in journalism and/or communications mainly at international level. Advantage Experience developing and implementing communications strategies. Strong social media presence. Experience working on advocacy campaigns. Experience working with goodwill ambassadors and other high-profile influencers. Experience with brand management. Experience with measurement and evaluation especially providing analysis of media coverage social media engagement web traffic etc. Experience reporting writing editing for magazines newspapers and websites. Experience using digital asset management systems. Experience with digital analytics and performance reporting. Social Media Officer The Social Media Officer is part of UNHCR’s Global Communications Service within the Social Media Section. The Global Social Media Section oversees UNHCR’s social media strategy and manages the global social media accounts (Facebook Instagram Twitter LinkedIn TikTok among others). The Section also provides training and strategic and operational support to UNHCR’s leadership national account managers and regional bureaux manages partnerships with social media platforms and leads on social media collaborations with Goodwill Ambassadors and influencers. Key responsibilities and duties: * Draft and edit engaging social media copy for UNHCR’s global social media channels including Twitter Facebook Instagram and LinkedIn. * Produce visual content (including graphics and GIFs) for various platforms. * Produce Instagram Stories Reels and TikTok videos. * Support the development and implementation of social content strategies to effectively reach target audiences via UNHCR’s global social media accounts. * Coordinate social media strategies/plans for milestone communications efforts campaigns and key moments/events. * Coordinate and support the development of social media packs working together with the team’s graphic designer social video producers and editors and drawing on UNHCR’s extensive photo and media library. * Contribute to UNHCR’s refugee-led strategy to identify and amplify refugees displaced and stateless people on social media including by amplifying their posts and by co-creating content with them. * Support high-level message and branding consistency in social media content and platforms. * Support relationship management for social media partnerships. * Support in the production of analytics reports and provide recommendations on tactics to improve UNHCR’s social media presence * Support social media training and capacity-building * Support paid social media in collaboration with the paid media team * Report imposter accounts and harmful social and coordinate new account requests and verifications Who are we looking for? Candidates with 6 years relevant experience with Undergraduate degree; or 5 years relevant experience with Graduate degree; or 4 years relevant experience with Doctorate degree. Requirements Minimum 5 years of professional experience in journalism and/or communications mainly at international level. Experience managing social media accounts for an international brand or organization working as part of a geographically diverse team (across time-zones). Experience producing social content for Facebook Instagram Twitter TikTok and LinkedIn. Experience working on advocacy campaigns. Experience with measurement and evaluation especially providing analysis of social media coverage engagement trending conversations etc. Advantage Experience reporting writing editing for magazines newspapers and websites. Experience using digital asset management systems. Experience working with goodwill ambassadors and other high-profile influencers. Active personal social media presence. For a more detailed description please review the job description: https://www.unhcr.org/642298854 COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION UNHCR’s workforce consists of many diverse nationalities cultures languages and opinions. We seek to sustain and strengthen this diversity and to ensure equal opportunities as well as an inclusive working environment for our entire workforce. Joining us means living sharing and promoting these core values of inclusion diversity and gender equality. Applications are encouraged from all qualified candidates without distinction on the grounds of race colour sex national origin age religion disability sexual orientation and gender identity.


Overview 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. Overview Of Role Based in Mali the Associate will support the government in the implementation of a project to strengthen the management and governance of Community Health Associations (ASACO) and Community Health Centers ( CSCOMs). The specific activities will be defined in collaboration with the Ministry of Health and Social Development b ased on the results and recommendations from the in-deph analysis of bottlenecks in terms of administrative and financial management and governance fo ASACO/CSComs. Responsibilities * Refine and contextualize the training modules available on the management and governance of the CSCom / ASACOs and conduct targeted training with key personnel of the structures. * Accompany the CSCom/ASACO in a process of identification prioritization and planning of activities aimed at strengthening their management and governance through the development of micro-plans and produce recommendations aimed at the operational and strategic level to the Ministry of Health. * Monitor the implementation of the micro-plans and other tools/recommendations from the process and then conduct an impact analysis (post-intervention data collection) to extract lessons and learnings and to iteratively adapt the process. * Advise the government on options for scaling up a strategy to strengthen management and governance at the primary health care level or integrating the scheme with other ongoing efforts (e.g. accreditation) in line with national priorities * Develop and carry out the scope of CHAI's support to the MOH for strengthening primary health care in line with government priorities and evolving MOH support needs including exploring opportunities between the MOH and selected donors/technical partners. * Act as a key advisor to government stakeholders on primary health care strengthening issues and ensure continuous information sharing with the UMRSS team (renovation accreditation CHW etc.) and with partners working on the theme. * Other potential duties as assigned by the supervisor and/or CHAI. Qualifications * Master's degree with at least 5 years of experience in a demanding environment ideally in public health including strategy consulting or management of complex technical projects with increasing levels of responsibility and leadership. * Experience in training/research/capacity building particularly focused on action from research and development of pedagogical training modules or quality improvement. * Excellent organizational and management skills including time management and project management. * Ability to multi-task and prioritize and manage projects under pressure. * Strong quantitative analytical skills and the ability to analyze systems holistically. * Strong presentation and writing skills including proficiency in MS Excel Power Point and Word. * Excellent relationship management skills including experience in developing and managing government relationships. * Self-starter with proven experience in launching new projects or initiatives and a strong analytical mind. * Strong ability to build consensus among diverse multi-stakeholder groups and ability to work in a multi-cultural environment. * A strong work ethic humility and integrity. * A strong command of French (written and oral) and a minimum level of intermediate English. * Previous experience in public health in Sub-Saharan Africa. Experience in primary and community health is preferred. #jobreference2 #region4


About Palladium Palladium is a global company working to design develop and deliver positive impact on the lives and livelihoods of people around the globe; broaden access to health water power and infrastructure; build enduring sustainable and transformative institutions and market systems to address global challenges; and conserve the natural world. We operate in over 90 countries and have a workforce of 3000 talented motivated and diverse staff of all religions races languages and gender identities. Project Overview And Role The goal of the USAID Enterprises Employment and Enabling Environments (E4) Activity is to increase employment and jobs through increased private productivity and competitiveness. The theory of change is: “For the number of jobs to increase businesses must grow; and for businesses to grow constraints preventing growth must be removed.” Following this logic Palladium will focus on removing obstacles to growth at the firm level and will work to develop skills identified by employers or develop entrepreneurial expertise. Additionally Palladium will work to address legal and regulatory constraints if they are determined to be significant inhibitors of firm growth. These efforts will result in the creation of new firms and jobs and the growth of existing firms. Work performed under the E4 IDIQ is divided into three components: * Component 1: Enterprises – Fostering Competitive Industries * Component 2: Employment – Developing a Capable Workforce and Entrepreneurship * Component 3: Enabling Environments – Creating Conditions for Jobs and Investment The E4 IDIQ regional office located in Almaty Kazakhstan and country offices are in Kyrgyzstan Tajikistan Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan. This Opportunity Over the last four years Palladium has been successfully implementing the Future Growth Initiative (FGI) Task Order of the E4 Activity in all five Central Asian countries. This task order works to increase the competitiveness of high-growth industries to provide jobs and incomes for Central Asia’s growing workforce propelling the region toward self-reliance. FGI is transforming market systems in ways that help high-potential firms and sectors grow fostering market linkages to match the demand for workforce skills with training offered to youth and women linking entrepreneurs to high-growth markets and building more business- and worker-friendly policy environments and institutions to sustain private sector-driven growth. The program has recently been extended until 2026 through the awarding of the FGI 2.0 Task Order. By building on FGI’s success and lessons learned FGI 2.0 will work to increase the competitiveness of high-growth industries through a market systems approach that incentivizes private and public sector behavior change. The new task order will facilitate the regionalization of business advisory and enabling environment ecosystems harmonize policies and regulations foster trade and market linkages and align the skills of women youth and vulnerable populations with private sector needs. FGI 2.0 will take a partnerships-based approach facilitating firm-level assistance industry association capacity building and regulatory reform under: * Objective 1: Drive national-level private sector-led economic growth and inclusivity in the five Central Asian Republics (CARs). * Objective 2: Support competitiveness and job creation in each country serving as the foundation for regional growth and integration. * FGI 2.0 will also facilitate domestic and regional public private dialogue (PPD) policy reform and harmonization and investment attraction efforts to support Central Asia’s integration into the global economy of the future. Palladium seeks a Grants Assistant for the implementation of the FGI 2.0 Task Order under the USAID E4 Activity. The Grants Assistant’s primary responsibility is to support the project’s grants administration in compliance with USAID regulations and Palladium’s policies and procedures. The Grants Assistant will support grantees during the application process and in the administration of grants through mentorship and technical assistance to ensure compliance with applicable policies and procedures. Location This position will be located in Tashkent Uzbekistan. Duration The performance period of the USAID E4 IDIQ Activity will end on September 30 2026. Reporting and Supervision The Grants Assistant will report to the Regional Grants Manager and the Chief of Party (COP) / Deputy Chief of Party (DCOP). Primary Duties And Responsibilities * Assist in developing grant packages for FGI 2.0 grantees ensuring all documents are in compliance with USAID and Palladium regulations. This includes reviewing concept papers and applications; ensuring proposals are well-written and persuasive and meet all requirements; gathering all necessary documentation such as financial statements project budgets and other supporting materials. * Assist in conducting assessments to evaluate the grantee’s financial and internal control systems. * Assist in monitoring the progress of funded projects and ensure compliance with the terms and conditions of the grants. This may involve collecting and analyzing data preparing progress reports and maintaining accurate records of grant activities. * Assist in managing grant budgets and tracking expenses related to grant-funded projects. This includes working closely with the regional and Home Office finance teams to ensure proper allocation and utilization of funds. * Provide administrative support in managing the overall grant process. This may involve maintaining grant calendars coordinating meetings and communication with stakeholders and organizing grant-related documentation. * Assist in maintaining a comprehensive database of grants including tracking milestones requirements and outcomes. This helps in effectively managing and reporting on the organization's grant portfolio. * Collaborate with other team members such as program managers finance personnel and executive leadership to ensure alignment of grant-related activities. * Other duties as assigned by the Regional Grants Manager and Project Management Unit. Overall the Grants Assistant role is crucial in supporting Palladium's efforts to secure and manage grant funding as well as ensuring compliance and effective utilization of resources. Key Competencies Required * Three (3) years of experience in grants management budgeting accounting cost control programmatic planning and/or relevant field preferred. * Basic financial management skills including developing and monitoring budgets and financial reporting. * Microsoft Office Suite proficiency and the ability to operate spreadsheet and word-processing programs at a high level. * Proactive problem-solving decision-making and good judgment skills. * Ability to manage confidential information. * Attention to detail and ability to perform multiple tasks and balance competing priorities effectively and efficiently. * Strong written and verbal communication skills in English and Russian. * Ability to communicate effectively with managers colleagues service providers and clients. Competencies Preferred * Prior experience with USAID or other donor-funded projects. * Fluency in Uzbek. Application Deadline This application will close on September 15 2023. Equity Diversity & Inclusion - Palladium is committed to embedding equity diversity and inclusion into everything we do. We welcome applications from all sections of society and actively encourage diversity to drive innovation creativity success and good practice. We positively welcome and seek to ensure we achieve diversity in our workforce; and that all job applicants and employees receive equal and fair treatment regardless of their background or personal characteristics. These include: (but are not limited to) socio-economic background age race gender identity and expression religion ethnicity sexual orientation disability nationality veteran marital or Indigenous status. Should you require any adjustments or accommodations to be made due to a disability or you are a neurodivergent individual or for any other circumstance please email our team at accessibility@thepalladiumgroup.com and we will be in touch to discuss. Safeguarding - We define Safeguarding as “the preventative action taken by Palladium to protect our people clients and the communities we work with from harm”. We are committed to ensuring that all children and adults who come into contact with Palladium are treated with respect and are free from abuse. All successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced selection process including safeguarding-focused interviews and a rigorous due diligence process.


Application period 07-Sep-2023 to 28-Sep-2023 Functional Responsibilities: The incumbent may offer translation and/or simultaneous interpretation services. Find more details below. Translation includes translating documents related to (but not limited to) Legislation Finance Accounting Public HealthAgriculture Infrastructure and Livelihoods . The incumbent should be comfortable in translating different types of texts including social media content online and off-line forms templates rules regulations and guidelines from Myanmar to English and/or English to Myanmar. Translations should be done in accordance with formal Myanmar and English writing guidelines/style consisting of: * Primary reading through a text and correcting typographical errors punctuation spelling and easily- corrected grammar mistakes; * In-depth grammar and stylistic corrections which may entail an entire re-writing of full sentences to obtain the best written English/Myanmar; * Consulting with technical/programme officers and/or analysts to clarify any confusing or unclear sections. This includes but is not limited to the following tasks: * Restructuring texts where necessary so that all the forms templates rules and regulations are clear and concise. Clear communications are easily understood and logical avoiding unnecessary technical language and providing all significant and relevant information. * Concise communications are to the point and avoid unnecessary elaboration superfluous detail redundancy and wordiness. * Checking facts and ensure error-free texts and raising any related queries with relevant UNOPS staff. * Ensuring that the English/Myanmar text has no spelling mistakes and grammatical errors. * Sub-editing text written by a number of authors to ensure a single consistent style for all reports. * Reviewing and correcting formats and ensure consistency and uniformity across all reports checking manuscripts for correct design features such as hierarchy of headings * Creating and utilizing a style checklist to ensure consistency in hyphenation capitalization formatting of references etc. Raising discussing and resolving any potentially libelous or particularly controversial sections . * Preparing preliminary pages for the title contents and preface of a publication. * Ensuring that publications are prepared to schedule. * Ensuring the translation of legal terms Government Department names or any Government-related terms are consistent with their official usage. * Ensuring that all references and sources are accurately and consistently checked. * Ensuring confidentiality of the original texts and source materials. The post holder will be required to provide 100% accurate translation of texts upon demand within the required deadlines. Content accuracy includes detailed comparison of content facts and figures and making sure there are no omissions from the source; translations and proofreading all footnotes and/or endnotes captions under graphics lists etc. The translator and Interpreter must remain available to UNOPS for comments and corrections. The ability to follow directions and maintain adequate transparency is also required. The edited documents submitted to UNOPS under the given TORs are the property of UNOPS and cannot be submitted distributed to or used by any other party unless arranged otherwise. Interpretation services include: Simultaneous/consecutive interpretation services during: * Workshops * Technical Working Group meetings; * Conferences; * Official missions; * Meetings between the international advisors and national consultants as well as national counterparts. * Interviews Methodology and Deliverables The Communications Specialist (should deliver 100% accurate translated documents (English to Myanmar or Myanmar to English) as assigned by the Technical and Assignment Supervisor upon demand and within the agreed and required deadlines. The incumbent is required to avail for any clarification and revision of the assigned task. Consecutive/simultaneous interpretation services on a required basis. Education/Experience/Language requirements: Education * Master degree in Translation Interpretation English Public Health Economics Agriculture Business Administration Media Mass communication or related subjects is required. * A Bachelor's degree in these areas with 2 additional years of relevant experience is considered as equivalent. Work Experience * Minimum 5 years of proven experience in translation and interpretation is required. * Experience in translating publications on public health livelihoods and agriculture is desirable. * A proven record of attention to detail is highly desirable. * Strong experience in Google workspace is essential. * Technical training in translation interpretation journalism copy writing editing proofreading is desirable but not mandatory. Experience In translation of UN or INGOs documents would be a significant asset. * Proven experience in working with minimal supervision. * Understanding of the socio-economic and political situation in Myanmar would be a significant asset. Language * Excellent skills in both written and spoken English and Myanmar are essential. 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.


AU Values * Respect for Diversity and Team Work * Think Africa Above all * Transparency and Accountability * Integrity and Impartiality * Efficiency and Professionalism * Information and Knowledge Sharing Organization Information Reports to: Director General Directorate/Department/Organ: Africa CDC Division: Finance Division Number of Direct Reports: 3 Number of Indirect Reports: 1 Job Grade: D1 Number of Positions: 1 Contract Type: Regular Location: Addis Ababa Ethiopia Purpose of Job The Director of Finance will provide strategic direction and leadership in managing the operations of the Finance Directorate in order to achieve the Africa CDC strategic objectives and goals. S/he will work with Africa CDC executive team to build and deliver financial policies and strategies that improve the business’ financial status. S/he will oversee all the financial operations within each Division/Unit to ensure they’re spending within the budget and following the financial policies laid out by the AUC. The Director of Finance will also analyze the financial performance of Africa CDC and build reports for the executive team to review and provide feedback. S/he will also research and review Africa CDC’s financial statistics to make forecasts and projections that help to build more comprehensive budgets. The Director of Finance will develop strategies to assess manage and minimize any potential financial risks. Main Functions The main duties will include but not limited to establishing targets developing budgets and performing financial analysis. The ultimate goal is to guide Africa CDC towards success. * Develops and executes the overall strategy for the directorate and ensures alignment with overall organizational strategy; * Manages and supervises employees within the directorate ensures the timely delivery of the directorate’s goals and effective staff performance evaluation; * Drives the implementation and monitoring of policies strategies and programs to contribute to the effective implementation of relevant AU Policy Organs Decisions; * Ensures the delivery of the directorate’s annual targets in line with the organization’s overall goals and maintains robust departmental monitoring and evaluation systems; * Provides technical leadership and ensures efficient functioning of all Divisions within the directorate; * Manages the work of the Directorate and supervises direct reports to ensure their effective performance in line with the organization’s performance management policy and system; * Leads the directorate and ensures effective management of personnel budget performance program quality employee relations matters and training in conformity with relevant rules policies and procedures; * Builds and maintains good working relations and collaboration with other directorates/departments; * Develops and maintains regular working relations with senior stakeholders in Member State and partner institutions; * * Coordinates meetings between the organization and relevant partners; * Ensures the preparation of periodic financial and budget execution reports and other reports; * Ensures the effective management of funds contributed to the organization; * Implements and maintains thematic partnerships in support of the mandate of the Directorate; * Develops and oversees policy development and guidelines in line with the organization’s legal framework; * Designs policies consistent with the Africa CDC’s strategic goals and mandate in order to address the pertinent issues in the relevant area; * Prepares and oversees integrated programs projects and overall activities of the organization. * Maintains a positive work environment that facilitates collaboration and information sharing and is conducive to attracting retaining and motivating diverse talent. * Develops and maintains standard operating procedures (SOP’s) for the Directorate * Manages risks develops mitigation measures and ensures business continuity of the directorate. Specific Responsibilities * Oversee the financial strategic planning of the institution by evaluating its performance and potential risks. Develops and implements effective responsive and efficient financial and budgetary strategies policies and management systems as per the international accounting standards * Perform regular financial analysis. * Develop budgets that meet the requirements of institution departments. * Establish targets and manage all accounting and finance employees including management accountants and internal auditors. * Supervise all audit and internal control processes. * Prepare detailed reports on the institution’s financial performance. * Guarantee compliance with financial laws and guidelines. * Recognize patterns in institution spending revenue and recommend solutions to any problem areas. * Coordinate with external financial entities on behalf of the institution. * Contributes to the planning and development of Financial Accounting policies and policy to execute budgetary programs Rules Regulations and Procedures and ensures their implementation within Africa CDC; * Collects and manages statutory and other funds owed to Africa CDC; * Ensures inter-departmental coordination in programming and the budgetary process; * Assesses the efficiency and effectiveness of programs in realizing organizational goals and objectives; * Promotes sound financial management by ensuring adherence and compliance with International Public Sector accounting standards (IPSAS) the AU Financial Rules and Regulations Policies Systems and Procedures; * Seeks continuous improvement and cost effectiveness in the delivery of services; * Responsible and accountable for managing the human resources component of the Directorate of Finance; * Provides accurate reliable and timely accounts of Africa CDC and provision of value adding professional and strategic advice to Member States and internal customers; * * Prepares and issues instructions relating to budget preparation; * Oversees the preparation of the programme budget of Africa CDC and follows up its implementation; * Organizes coordination meetings on programming and budgeting; * Proposes training programmes relating to programme designing programme coordination and budget preparation; * Manages the Programme Budget of the institution; * Initiates proposes manages and implements financial policies; * Promotes awareness of best practices in financial management and internal financial control systems; * Controls budget execution and process payments; * Invests excess liquidity as authorized; * Facilitates the conduct of external audit; * Ensures effective implementation of Financial Rules and Regulations; * Ensures safe custody of all liquid Assets of Africa CDC; * Ensures prompt recovery of all receivables owed to the Africa CDC; * Produces periodic financial and budget execution reports and annual financial statements and other specific mission reports in accordance with Financial Rules and Regulations; * Advises the Director General on policy and strategy matters and ensures alignment of Africa CDC’s application of financial policy programming guidelines accounting system budgeting guidelines and assets safeguard systems with that of the African Union in general; * Provides technical guidance and ensures efficient functioning of supervised Divisions; * Builds and maintains good working relations with other Departments/Directorates/Office within Africa CDC and beyond at African Union level; * Develops and maintains regular working relations with appropriate agencies of Member States and partners and ensures timely collection of contributions from Member States * Performs any other relevant duties as may be assigned by the supervisor. Academic Requirements And Relevant Experience * Master's degree in Accounting Finance Business Management with at least fifteen (15) years of experience out of which eight (8) years should be at managerial level and five (5) in direct supervisory role. * Additional education and experience in public health administration or related programme management and operations area will be an added advantage. * Membership or an internationally recognized professional accounting body (CA CPA ACCA CIMA Expert Comptable) is mandatory. * Relevant specialist professional qualifications are an added advantage. * Experience in leading financial operations planning and analysis for various organizations. * Proven experience in managing budgets forecasts audits compliance and risk management activities. * Experience in implementing strategic initiatives to improve financial performance optimize resources and enhance stakeholder value. Required Skills * In-depth knowledge of accounting software corporate principals and financial analysis. * Excellent communication interpersonal and outstanding leadership abilities * An analytical mind with good organizational skills. * Knowledge of International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS); * Ability to develop multi annual plans and budgets based on Result Based Management; * Communication and reporting skills with internal and external stakeholders; * Computer literacy - knowledge of major accounting systems especially SAP - ERP shall be an advantage * Ability to organize and motivate others and to work in a multi-cultural environment; * Strong skills in financial reporting data analysis accounting and business intelligence tools. * Confident in his/her ability to bring expertise and leadership to the organization and contribute to its growth and success. * Excellent drafting and reporting skills; ability to mentor teams on same; * Planning and organizational skills; * Proficiency in one of the AU working languages (Arabic English French Portuguese Kiswahili and Spanish) and fluency in another AU language is an added advantage. Leadership Competencies Strategic Perspective Developing Others Change Management Managing Risk Core Competencies Building Relationship... Foster Accountability Culture * Learning Orientation * Communicating with impact Functional Competencies * Conceptual Thinking Job Knowledge and information sharing: * Drive for Result * Fosters Innovation TENURE OF APPOINTMENT: The appointment will be made on a regular term contract for a period of three (3) years of which the first twelve months shall be considered as a probationary period. Thereafter the contract will be for a period of two years renewable subject to satisfactory performance and deliverables. GENDER MAINSTREAMING: The AU Commission is an equal opportunity employer and qualified women are strongly encouraged to apply. LANGUAGES: Proficiency in one of the AU working languages (Arabic English French Kiswahili Portuguese and Spanish) and fluency in another AU language is an added advantage REMUNERATION: Indicative basic salary of US$ 78138.00 (D1 Step1) per annum plus other related entitlements e.g. Post adjustment (46% of basic salary) Housing allowance US$ 26208.00 (per annum) and education allowance (100% of tuition and other education-related expenses for every eligible dependent up to a maximum of US$ 10000.00 per child per annum) for internationally recruited staff and a maximum of $3300 per child per annum for locally recruited staff. Applications must be submitted no later than October 5 2023 11h59 p.m. EAT. * Only candidates who meet all job requirements and are selected for interviews will be contacted. * Consideration will be given only to those candidates who have submitted a fully completed online application with a curriculum vitae (CV) an African passport and the required academic qualifications such as Diplomas Bachelor's degrees Master's degrees and any relevant certificate in line with the area of expertise. * The African Union is an equal opportunity employer and female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. * Candidates from less represented countries within the African Union are strongly encouraged to apply for positions that fit their profiles. These countries include Algeria Angola Cape Verde Central African Republic Comoros Egypt Equatorial Guinea Eritrea Eswatini Guinea Guinea-Bissau Liberia Libya Madagascar Mali Morocco Namibia Niger Sahrawi D.R. Sao Tome and Principe. Seychelles Somalia and Tunisia. Requisition ID : 1969


Job Description The Position: The Personal Assistant to the Deputy Regional Director position is located in the West and Central Regional Office of UNFPA Dakar and reports to the Deputy Regional Director. The Personal Assistant to the Deputy Regional Director provides administrative and secretarial support maintaining full confidentiality in all aspects of assignment maintenance of protocol procedures information flow and follow up on deadlines and commitments made. How You Can Make a Difference UNFPA is the lead UN agency for delivering a world where every pregnancy is wanted every childbirth is safe and every young person's potential is fulfilled. UNFPA’s strategic plan (2022-2025) reaffirms the relevance of the current strategic direction of UNFPA and focuses on three transformative results: to end preventable maternal deaths; end unmet need for family planning; and end gender-based violence and harmful practices. These results capture our strategic commitments on accelerating progress towards realizing the ICPD and SDGs in the Decade of Action leading up to 2030. Our strategic plan calls upon UN Member States organizations and individuals to “build forward better” while addressing the negative impacts of the Covid-19 pandemic on women’s and girls’ access to sexual and reproductive health and reproductive rights recover lost gains and realize our goals. In a world where fundamental human rights are at risk we need principled and ethical staff who embody these international norms and standards and who will defend them courageously and with full conviction. UNFPA is seeking candidates that transform inspire and deliver high impact and sustained results; we need staff who are transparent exceptional in how they manage the resources entrusted to them and who commit to deliver excellence in programme results. Job Purpose The Assistant provides administrative and financial support to the programme and technical team especially to advise and support to COs in the region and to support the management of the regional programme. The Personal Assistant to the Deputy Regional Director also provides some data and research assistance. The Personal Assistant to the Deputy Regional Director works with and provides support the members of the Operations and HR Team in the WCARO as well as the team under the Programme Coordination staff in the country offices Personal Assistant to the Deputy Regional Director and officers at Headquarters Regional Offices and Country Offices as well as all staff within the Regional Office. Contacts with staff and other personnel promote achievement of common goals and shared objectives and demonstrate personal commitment to UNFPA’s mandate and organizational vision. Both internal and external contacts include exchange of information on broader aspects of the work area which may include providing clarification of non-routine matters involving some technical input. You Would Be Responsible For Ensure optimal communication flows between the Deputy Regional Director's office and staff of the regional office and other Units (Cos and HQs) as well as external counterparts through effective use of written verbal and electronic communication; Log and route incoming documents from the DRD to the office staff foraction;review and ensure conformity to the Fund's guideline and procedures of all outgoing correspondence and submit through the SA for the DRD's signature; Draft non-substantive correspondence takes dictations and types of correspondence documents and reports ensuring that spelling punctuation and format are correct; and in consultation with the — SA respond to requests for information which may be of a confidential nature in a timely discrete and accurate manner; In collaboration with the SA research files collect requested information and organize material to meet the DRD's needs. This includes preparation of information and/or briefs summaries and background documentation required by the DRD for all official missions and special meetings; Assemble briefng and prepare power-points and other presentations including computer generated visuals such as graphs for the Directorate; undertake logistical administrative and financial arrangements in consultation with the office of the Regional Operations Manager for meetings and workshops organized by the Directorate; Set up and monitor the WCARO's filing system and follow-up system; organize and maintain the directorate filing system and maintain up-to-date electronic mailing lists; Brief and train new Secretaries give guidance to other secretaries on office procedures and coordinate the secretarial services of the office; distribute special assignments to the secretaries; Responsible for protocol matters manage the DRD's calendar and schedule of appointments and meetings in collaboration with the SA; receive high-ranking visitors/officials; take minutes and/or notes as required; and answer and screen calls with tact and discretion; Make travel arrangements for the DRD and SA; monitor the budget of the directorate; set up and manage administrative files on the WCARO's mission travel mission reports administer the WCARO's leave attendance; and coordinate the preparation and updating of the WCARO's travel plan; Assist in the preparation and finalization of the WCARO Office Management Plan; and prepare informal translations; may acts as interpreter as required and Perform any other dutiesas may be required by the Directorate. Education Qualifications and Experience: University/College diploma or degree in Administration/Management/ or Social Science Knowledge And Experience At least 5 years' experience in research assistance; Previous experience in the UN and advantage and knowledge of protocol; ▪ Strong interpersonal and organizational skills; Computer literacy-Word Excel Power-point etc; Good knowledge of Oracle information System; Good writing and communication skills in English and French Languages Fluency in English. Working knowledge of French and/or Portugese an asset. Values Required Competencies: Exemplifying integrity Demonstrating commitment to UNFPA and the UN system Embracing cultural diversity 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 Required Skillset Logistical support Managing data Managing documents correspondence and reports Managing information and workflow Planning organizing and multi-tasking Managing financial processes Job knowledge / technical expertise Proficiency in current office software applications Good basic knowledge of finances and mastery of a series of financial and spreadsheet software. Compensation And Benefits This position offers an attractive remuneration package including a competitive net salary plus health insurance and other benefits as applicable. Disclaimer UNFPA does not charge any application processing training interviewing testing or other fee in connection with the application or recruitment process. Fraudulent notices letters or offers may be submitted to the UNFPA fraud hotline http://www.unfpa.org/help/hotline.cfm In accordance with the Staff Regulations and Rules of the United Nations persons applying to posts in the international Professional category who hold permanent resident status in a country other than their country of nationality may be required to renounce such status upon their appointment.


Results for Development (R4D) is a leading non-profit global development partner. We collaborate with change agents around the world — government officials civil society leaders and social innovators — to create strong systems that support healthy educated people. We help our partners move from knowing their goal to knowing how to reach it. We combine global expertise in health education and nutrition with analytic rigor practical support for decision-making and implementation and access to peer problem-solving networks. Together with our partners we build self-sustaining systems that serve everyone and deliver lasting results. Then we share what we learn so others can achieve results for development too. We have a unique and vibrant culture at R4D. Diversity equity and inclusion are at the heart of our work environment and help advance our mission. Diversity—of ideas identities perspectives and backgrounds—is vital to who we are and what we do. We seek people who embrace these values and will help reinforce them. Our work culture is collaborative creative and entrepreneurial. We operate based on trust and respect. Teams across the organization frequently collaborate on programmatic work and support each other in continuously building a better R4D. Results for Development (R4D) is seeking an Advisor to work with its Accountability and Citizen Engagement (ACE) Practice. The Practice The ACE practice empowers citizens and civil society to hold governments institutions and service delivery providers accountable. This practice is built to strengthen the essential components of good governance for better health education and nutrition. Opportunity R4D is seeking an international expert in the fields of governance and anti-corruption in extractives deeply familiar with the Leveraging Transparency to Reduce Corruption’s (LTRC) work and the TAP-Plus framework to support ACE leadership in positioning the practice in ongoing and upcoming initiatives in particular the Governance Action Hub a program built around the learnings from LTRC experience at the global and country levels to start immediately. The Advisor will: * Complete a paper on state capture with support of a research assistant provided by R4D * Provide advice and comments either in writing or participating on technical proposal workshops to project proposals prepared by ACE and directly related to the Advisor’s expertise * Represent R4D at international conferences or country visits with travel expenses covered by R4D * Develop and/or cultivate relationships with donors advisory board members and other stakeholders in coordination with the ACE team * Contribute to ACE’s thought leadership by authoring blogs participating on panels or responding to media inquiries related to state capture and governance–prior coordination with ACE program director * Complete other research or outreach activities previous mutual agreement between the Advisor/Senior Fellow and ACE program director Qualifications * Master’s degree and PhD in economics public policy development studies or related fields * A minimum of 40 years of experience working in the field of governance economics and anti-corruption Strong publication record and relevant experience in natural resource governance state capture corruption and public economics. Strong existing relationships with priority partners in the governance sector including stakeholders at EITI WBI NRGI implementing partners donors as well as evaluators and academics. Strong organizational skills and ability to lead a workstream working both independently and in cooperation with a team. Relevant computer software skills (including at a minimum the standard applications in MS Office). * Full professional fluency in English and Spanish including excellent written and verbal communication skills report writing and presentation skills Period of Performance In this role the Advisor/Senior Fellow will work closely with a variety of stakeholders and members of the R4D’s ACE practice to carry out the above-mentioned activities for the Governance Action Hub i.e. between July 2023 and December 2024 with a possibility of extension. Required Level of Effort and Payment Schedule Over the course of the opportunity R4D estimates an average of 10 days of work per month. However this estimate is only meant to provide an illustrative estimate of expectations. Given the nature of this work the actual days of work per month may fluctuate and will be determined by the specific activities agreed upon between the Consultant and R4D. The Advisor/Senior Fellow will be required to submit a timesheet each month and will be reimbursed based on documented hours worked. Interested applicants should please provide their resume/CV and indicate their daily rate in the application. Results for Development is an EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled/Affirmative Action Employer committed to fostering and nurturing an energetic collaborative and diverse workforce. R4D provides market-competitive salaries and comprehensive employee benefits.


JOB PURPOSE PURPOSE The Gender Racial Justice Migrants & Refugees Programme requires a consultant to support key pieces of communications work and develop a Communications strategy. The Programme identified three key needs that require the support of a specialist: 1). We need to make the work of the teams more visible both internally and externally; 2). We would like to support better our Amnesty International (AI) global comms channels which have to include a stronger gender racial justice and intersectionality approach according to our Strategic Framework and could benefit from the teams' expertise; 3). We are exploring a project on narrative changing which is transversal to all of the work of the Programme and we would like to explore further AI's role. Deadline for all applications: 14th September Rate: £280 (or equivalent if not based in the UK) OBJECTIVES AND DELIVERABLES * Create a space for reflecting on communication needs and opportunities for the Programme with a view to developing a short mid and long term communications strategy. * Develop efficient communication between our program and the Marketing and Communications team at the IS as well as with regional offices; with the objective to increase the gender racial justice and intersectionality approach in our global channels. * Map opportunities in legacy and digital media as well as social platforms in line with resources available. * Co-produce content (including opeds analysis pieces and short reports among others) from September to December. * Deliver communications training for team including for effective interviews with media oped writing etc as needed (if time allows). ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS * Strong communication skills in English a second language is a plus. * Significant comms experience in the not-for-profit sector experience with Amnesty International is a plus. * Strong experience working with global media local or regional experience is a plus. BIDDING INSTRUCTIONS To bid for this work please submit the following documents via our careers website: * A proposal outlining your approach to this methodology (maximum of 2 pages). * A short bio outlining your relevant experience. * A breakdown of the fees you will charge for this work. In your proposal please highlight your proposed daily rate (including taxes) noting we have a maximum of 32 working days for this assignment with an anticipated daily rate of £280 (if based in the UK) for this consultancy from September through to January. As standard payments are made by Amnesty International 30 days after receipt of a valid invoice for the agreed work milestone completed. Applications must be in PDF Word PowerPoint or Excel format. Please refer to the Terms of Reference attached on our website for more information on this consultancy opportunity. WHAT WE HOPE YOU WILL DO NEXT If you are talented passionate about human rights and want to use your skills knowledge and experience to change the world then we would encourage you to click ‘Apply for this Role' below. Freedom Justice Equality. Let's get to work. N.B. We reserve the right to close a vacancy BEFORE the closing date in the event of an overwhelming response or a change in business priorities therefore we encourage you to apply now if you are interested. Amnesty International is committed to being an inclusive employer and providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process for all. If you would like to receive any information in a different way or would like us to do anything differently to help you apply for our roles please get in touch with the team by emailing recruitment@amnesty.org


Overview This position will support core functions within the USAID MOMENTUM Country and Global Leadership (MCGL) project’s Advocacy and Accountability team. The Technical Advisor Advocacy and Accountability will work under the general guidance of the Director for Advocacy and Accountability and in close collaboration with the maternal newborn health (MNH) family planning (FP) and Monitoring Evaluation and Learning (MEL) technical teams to provide technical and management support. The position is dedicated to supporting MCGL’s advocacy accountability and policy dialogue portfolios and will work across global and country project teams to support implementation and institutionalization of best practices including supporting day-to-day planning development execution of projects and documentation in close collaboration with internal and external stakeholders. Responsibilities Portfolio Management * Provides overall management support across the Advocacy and Accountability portfolio in close collaboration with the assigned activity leads * Leads day-to-day coordination and organizing for the portfolio including organizing recurring meetings with internal and external stakeholders and supporting note taking and follow up * Informs and reminds responsible staff/external stakeholders of follow-up dates and deadlines for response or specific actions supplying supporting material as appropriate * Supports compiling reviewing and finalizing of relevant reports across the portfolio for submission to the donor and MCGL leadership monitoring and highlighting relevant project deadlines * Develops agendas presentations reports and documents for technical team review and addresses feedback to finalize * Proactively identify areas for team discussion and coordination and maintain a list of priority agenda items for internal team meetings * Serves as liaison for the Advocacy and Accountability across MCGL’s technical and Communications teams and within Jhpiego Technical Assistance Quality Programming and capacity development * Supports the technical design implementation monitoring assessment and coordination of program activities across the portfolio including the learning agenda * Supports preparation of data visualization and country briefs for policy dialogues including developing interactive data visualizations for policy dashboards reports and technical briefs * Coordinates and contributes to the development of literature reviews landscape analysis reports policy briefs and other implementation research specific to policy dialogue and evidence-based advocacy * Supports MCGL’s Locally Led Development Working Group (WG) including providing support to the co-chairs for the WG management including drafting annual workplans and following up with members to ensure timely implementation of activities * Supports technical capacity development for the portfolio across countries in MCGL technical areas. This includes preparation of capacity development technical materials facilitation and follow up. Organizational and Capacity Building * Supports networks sustainability agenda setting and capacity development and any needed transition in support of MCGL legacy vision and the locally-development working group after the project ends * Supports/collaborates with Pact as needed on the activities aligned to the portfolio local partners organizational and capacity development. Global Strategy Development and Implementation * Supports portfolio aligned global strategy development and implementation * Represents the portfolio as needed/assigned in global networks and partnerships such a FP2030 Reproductive Health Supplies Coalition (RHSC) among others. Knowledge Management & Learning * Supports knowledge management for all products for the Advocacy and Accountability portfolio and subawards * Provides support for development of external communication priorities including success stories blogs and other program and technical related communication materials that demonstrate MCGL’s technical expertise results and programming excellence * Supports field staff and local partners to present and disseminate learning from country implementation * Supports cross-COP coordination and learning in collaboration with other MCGL and Jhpiego-led COPs to ensure implementation of best practices in COP management and engagement. * Contributes to the development of peer-reviewed publications Required Qualifications * Bachelor’s degree in Public Health * Graduate degree in MPH Preferred Qualifications * Understanding of at least 2 technical areas MCGL works in – FP/RH and MNH with strong preference for advocacy and accountability * Over 7 years related experience preferred such as experience as a program officer/advisor senior program coordinator or other work as relevant to the position * Strong written and oral presentation skills for technical reports presentations policy briefs whitepapers among others * Experience managing small to medium size public health projects in low- and middle-income countries * Strong problem solving and decision-making skills: identifying the problem; locating gathering and organizing relevant information; generating alternatives; choosing a solution; implementing the solution * Strong teamwork skills: identifying team membership and role; establishing productive relationships; meeting team objectives; resolving conflicts * Experience handling program tasks (e.g. work plans reporting budget) * Demonstrated superior organizational skills and excellent written and oral communication skills with diverse groups; including ability to communicate with high-level stakeholders * Experience managing partner relationships and coordinating among multiple stakeholders preferred * Strong attention to detail and ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously * Superior organizational skills * Team player Jhpiego offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive employee benefits package. Please apply at www.jhpiego.org/careers Applicants must submit a single document for upload to include: cover letter resume and references. For further information about Jhpiego visit our website at www.jhpiego.org Note: The successful candidate selected for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background investigation. Jhpiego is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer “ Jhpiego a Johns Hopkins University affiliate is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of gender marital status pregnancy race color ethnicity national origin age disability religion sexual orientation gender identity or expression veteran status other legally protected characteristics or any other occupationally irrelevant criteria. Jhpiego promotes Affirmative Action for minorities women individuals who are disabled and veterans. EEO is the Law ”


Organizational Setting 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. The main aim of the FAO Representation in Cambodia is to assist government to develop policies programmes and projects to achieve food security and to reduce hunger and malnutrition to help develop the agricultural fisheries and forestry sectors and to use their environmental and natural resources in a sustainable manner. The Public-Social-Private Partnerships for Ecologically-Sound Agriculture and Resilient Livelihood in Northern Tonle Sap Basin (PEARL) is a six-year project (2023 – 2029) funded by the Green Climate Fund (GCF). This adaptation project aims to enhance the climate resilience of farmers and local communities in the Northern Tonle Sap Basin (Kampong Thom Siem Reap Preah Vihear and Oddor Meanchey) through public-social-private partnerships and improved access to growing segments of premium agricultural product market while ensuring climate-resilient practices. Reporting Lines The Technical Specialist (Environmental and Social Safeguards) reports directly to Senior Project Officer (SPO) and works under the technical oversight of Lead Technical Officer (LTO) in the FAO regional office for Asia and the Pacific (RAP) and relevant technical units at FAO headquarters. Under the overall supervision of FAO Representative (FAOR) in Cambodia and in close collaboration with FAO Representation team governmental counterparts international safeguards expert and other technical specialists the incumbent will carry out the tasks listed below. Technical Focus Support the development of approaches guidelines and tools for mainstreaming Environmental and Social Management Framework (ESMF) throughout project implementation; preparation of site-specific Environmental and Social Management Plans (ESMPs) and Indigenous Peoples Plan (IPP); provision of capacity building on safeguards for project personnel and partners; integration of safeguard policy in project implementation development of communication materials dissemination of good practices and learning; monitoring and reporting of safeguards. Tasks And Responsibilities The Technical Specialist will: * Support preparation of site-specific Environmental and Social Management Plans (ESMPs) and Indigenous Peoples Plan (IPP): * Coordinate and organize field data collection consultations with local stakeholders and analysis of primary and secondary data information and materials; * Ensure that the preparation of the site-specific Environmental and Social Management Plans (ESMPs) and Indigenous Peoples Plan (IPP) follows a highly consultative and participatory process including application of Free Prior and Informed Consent (FPIC) with stakeholders particularly the target communities and indigenous people; * Contribute to developing and providing guidance on environmental and social criteria to be used during the identification and selection of priority activities; * Contribute to developing a list of activities and potential activities not recommendable for support due to their poor environmental or social performance; * Develop approaches guidelines and tools for mainstreaming ESMF throughout project implementation: * With reference to FAO internal guidance on Environmental and Social risk screening and related guidelines and institutional policies such as those on Free Prior and Informed Consent (FPIC) develop targeted approaches for screening project periodic work plans activities and contracts and incorporating remedial measures to risks identified; * Support the international safeguards specialist to develop adapted simplified safeguard policy guidelines and tools for PEARL in line with FAO policy; * Facilitate integration of safeguard policy in Annual work plan and budget (AWPB) and in implementation of project activities. * Review and update safeguard policy periodically as necessary * Provide capacity building on safeguards for project personnel partners and stakeholders involved in the project activities: * Develop training materials provide training and onsite coaching on safeguards to project personnel partners and stakeholders; * Support in capacity building on safeguards to stakeholders and partners involved in delivering project activities; * Build awareness on safeguard policy/guidelines/tools with stakeholders at national and sub-national level. * Integrate safeguard policy in project implementation develop communication materials and disseminate good practices and learning: * Prepare communication materials related to safeguards gender IPP low carbon footprint and disseminate using existing channels as appropriate; * Coordinate with similar projects programmes of development partners and stakeholders at national and provincial levels to promote coordinated learning and approaches to good practices in safeguards; * Provide general backstopping and technical advisory support on safeguards to project partners; * Mobilize communities and Farmer Field School (FFS) for awareness on environmental and social safeguard at community level. * Monitoring and reporting of safeguards: * In close collaboration with the international safeguards specialist develop safeguard data management and reporting framework and integrate with project database system; * Monitor regularly the activities implemented focusing on compliance with ESMP prepare report including recommendations for remedial actions as necessary for sharing with project management bodies and inclusion in regular reporting to GCF as appropriate; * Monitor and advice on implementation of Grievance Redress Mechanism (GRM) of the project. * Perform other tasks as required in order to deliver the above tasks. CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING Minimum Requirements * National of Cambodia * University degree in agriculture natural resource management environmental science environmental engineering or similar * Minimum 5 years of work experience in advisory and technical service delivery on social and environmental safeguards or risk assessment * Working knowledge of Khmer and English is mandatory FAO Core Competencies * Results Focus * Teamwork * Communication * Building Effective Relationships * Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement Technical/Functional Skills * Systemic and analytical capacity on complex issues related to environmental and social impact assessment standards and practices; * Knowledge and experience on development projects particularly stakeholder engagement and management of environmental and social issue; * Demonstrated experience in the development of action plan based on the Environmental and Social Management Framework (ESMF) to guide project implementation; * Demonstrated ability to work independently handle multiple tasks work under pressure and deliver assignments on time; and * Leading engaging empowering and an excellent team player. Additional Information * FAO does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application interview meeting processing) * Incomplete applications will not be considered. If you need help please contact: Careers@fao.org * Applications received after the closing date will not be accepted * Please note that FAO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED) a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU) / United Nations Educational Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed at http://www.whed.net/ * For additional employment opportunities visit the FAO employment website: http://www.fao.org/employment/home/en/ * Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment accreditation any residency or visa requirements and security clearances. Job Posting 31/Aug/2023 Closure Date 14/Sep/2023 10:59:00 PM Organizational Unit FACMB Job Type Non-staff opportunities Type of Requisition NPP (National Project Personnel) Grade Level N/A Primary Location Cambodia-Phnom Penh Duration 12 months with possibility of extension 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


Application period 07-Sep-2023 to 14-Sep-2023 Functional Responsibilities: * Ensure compliance with the Project’s Environmental and Social instruments including the Environmental and Social Management Framework (ESMF) in all field level implementation. * Prepare E&S training materials and conduct training for all implementers. * Regularly follow up of ESS related data entry in the MIS database and make sure that the data is accurate and entered correctly. * Assist in the collection of environmental data and provide technical assistance in the preparation of site-specific mitigation measures. Regularly meet with FP engineers regarding subproject ESS related issues grievances and capacity building requests. * Conduct environmental safeguards Monitoring of projects based on agreed mitigation measures and prepare detailed monitoring reports * Ensure that the site-specific mitigation measures are prepared based on the E&S screening and field observations considering the Project ESMP * Respond to Third Party Monitoring Agents’ reports (via the HQ Unit) on ESS related issues. * Conduct monitoring and supervision visits and report on findings on a small randomly selected set of project sites to ensure they are environmentally sound and secure from a functional safety perspective. * Receive and review regular E&S reports from all implementers. * Help to prepare regular E&S reports for submission to the World Bank. Impact of Results The effective and successful achievement of results by the Environmental Safeguards Senior Associate directly impacts on the development and performance of the project. It confirms UNOPS’ role as a key and trusted partner to the World Bank and UNOPS’ position as a critical service provider in all challenging work environments. Given the current political and humanitarian situation in Afghanistan this project would support the urgent repositioning of AFCO and strengthen UNOPS presence and visibility in Afghanistan raising the profile of UNOPS in the global humanitarian context. Monitoring and progress controls will be in accordance with work plans that the Supervisor and incumbent will prepare at the beginning of the assignment. Education/Experience/Language requirements: * Education * Secondary education is required. * A first-level university degree (e.g. Bachelor) in Environmental Studies or other relevant discipline or an advanced university degree (e.g. Masters) is preferred. * Work Experience * A minimum of 7 years of experience in environmental safeguards compliance is required. * Experience with the World Bank Environmental and Social Framework (ESF) * Experience with E&S safeguards management systems is a must. * Experience in Occupational Health & Safety issues a must * Languages * Fluency in English is required. * Fluency in Pashto and/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.


Overview The Chief of Party will be responsible for driving project vision leadership and direction to ensure the strategic programmatic technical and financial deliverables and integrity of the project. The Chief of Party will have the overall responsibility for leading and managing resources as well as reporting project activities. The Chief of Party will serve as the project’s main point of contact with donors on routine and strategic engagements and will be responsible for making key decisions and solving problems within short timeframes while ensuring operational and project quality and integrity. The Chief of Party will also ensure effective organizational management and communication with all levels of the host country government international agencies and other stakeholders. This is a general call to solicit applications from potential Chief of Party candidates for Jhpiego Offices in Africa and Asia. Recruitment is subject to funds availability from donors. Please indicate your preferred location and confirm work authorization on the header section of your CV. Required Qualifications * Minimum of Advanced Degree in public health health administration global health or a related field. * At least ten (10) years of work experience successfully managing large multi-partner multi-year international health sector projects (> $7M per year) in HIV/AIDS Malaria reproductive maternal newborn child and adolescent health and nutrition. * At least five (5) years of work experience in senior management positions in international donor funded organizations managing human and financial resources. * Previous experience serving as Chief of Party Project Director or Deputy Chief of Party on U.S. government cooperative agreement or contract health projects. * Demonstrated experience managing multiple sub-partners and leading institutional capacity development activities. * Demonstrated experience and knowledge in establishing project systems and overseeing project start-up and close-out. * Demonstrated experience in collaborating with senior government officials in relevant offices mainly Ministry of Health. Preferred Qualifications * MD RN preferred. Jhpiego offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive employee benefits package. Please apply at www.jobs-jhpiego.icims.com For further information about Jhpiego visit our website at www.jhpiego.org Jhpiego is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer Jhpiego a Johns Hopkins University affiliate is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of gender marital status pregnancy race color ethnicity national origin age disability religion sexual orientation gender identity or expression veteran status other legally protected characteristics or any other occupationally irrelevant criteria. Jhpiego promotes Affirmative Action for minorities women individuals who are disabled and veterans. EEO is the Law


Description The Senior Finance and Operations Manager (SFOM) focuses on all activities related to the successful effective and efficient management of financial resources operational systems and award compliance for JSI’s International Division (ID) projects. The Senior Finance & Operations Manager is responsible for financial and operations management for assigned projects and ensuring that the systems policies and procedures are in line with JSI standards and in compliance with donor funding requirements. As requested the SFOM also serves in a leadership role providing support to ID Center initiatives capacity building of F&O staff and contributing to new business development. The SFOM works collaboratively across the International Division portfolio supporting centrally funded bilateral and center projects as needed. The SFOM is supervised by the Director of Finance & Operations. The SFOM supervises finance and operations staff in the US and in project offices as needed. Responsibilities Finance & Operations * Provide direct support and leadership to project staff (US-based and project offices) on financial operational and compliance functions. Assist project teams in solving challenges as they arise and tailored to the project implementation context; * Ensure compliance and consistent application with JSI’s policies and procedures in implementation of all Project and Center activities; * Supervise mentor and train staff with core finance and operations responsibilities both in the US and project offices; * Review routine financial processes including cash flow and wires budget and LOE tracking financial reports and invoices; * Conduct reviews and provides approval of monthly field accounts; provide support in Quickbooks and FieldLink to resolve complex issues; * Collaborate with the project and center teams to ensure coherence between programmatic activities and financial provisions. Provide key inputs in costed work planning processes; * Apply an in-depth understanding of project agreements and approval requirements to ensure compliance with donor requirements; * Prepare and track project and/or center budgets and proactively address any issues with the F&O Director(s); * Lead mid-term financial and operations internal reviews and ensure resolution of findings and implementation of recommendations; * Facilitate internal project financial reviews in the US and project offices; support internal audit requests by Accounting; * Liaise with Human Resources on issues related to project administration and US-hire personnel management ensuring that all relevant JSI HR policies and requirements are met; * As requested provide HR support with issues related to project office human resources including CCN staff hiring salary negotiation and finalization of local hire agreements and compliance with local labor laws; * Manage expatriate staff allowances and payments; * Serve as the lead providing US-based support for sub-award/grants management (conducting pre-award assessments/ongoing monitoring reviewing subagreements and modifications reviewing grants manuals approving invoices); * Prepare negotiate manage and ensure compliance of all vendor contracts subcontracts and consulting agreements. Ensure timely submission review and approval of purchase orders expenses reports payments to vendors consultants and subcontractors; * Manage and participate in the start-up and close-out of projects and field offices; and * Serve as signatory on assigned projects and Centers as per JSI’s signatory policy. International Division Support * Serve as lead budgeter or reviewer on ID proposal budgets; * Participate in strategic discussion and decision-making on new business opportunities in terms of eligibility to bid financial and contractual risk assessment and overall feasibility of financial and operational implementation of the proposed scope of work; * Serve as Case Manager on Fraud Response Teams; * As requested onboard new F&O staff in all areas of Finance & Operations tasks; * Work with corporate departments with issues related to office administration IT compliance and fraud management accounting human resources and ensure coordination with other Centers and Projects to ensure consistent standards and shared understanding and application of systems; * Supervise Finance & Operations Managers and Program Officers as requested. Ensure continuous training and improvement process is in place for staff to promote career growth; and * Other division tasks as assigned. Qualifications Qualifications * Bachelor's degree in a related field required Masters' degree preferred. Required Experience * Minimum of eight (8) years’ experience providing finance and operations management support; * Strong knowledge of donor rules and regulations (e.g. USG Agencies BMGF GAVI); and * International NGO experience. Other Knowledge Skills And Abilities * Demonstrated leadership skills project management and ability to manage client relationships skillfully across cultures; * Excellent financial management and budgeting skills; * Knowledge of QuickBooks preferred; * Experience managing subawards preferred; * Ability to work independently take initiative and problem solve; * Ability to multitask and manage competing priorities; * Team player skilled at building consensus clarifying expectations and facilitating decision-making across a diverse group of stakeholders; * Strong organizational skills meticulous attention to detail; * Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel; and * Willing and able to travel internationally if needed.


Job Title: Associate Specialist Financial Systems Grade: P4 Department: USG Finance Financial Systems Reports to: Director Financial Systems Work Location: Remote or Bethesda MD Position Overview: The Associate Specialist Financial Systems will help supporting DAI’s project financial systems as assigned. The specialist will participate in meetings between the home office and project staff to define project requirements plan and rollout the designeated systems on projects as assigend. The specialist will also be engaged in making enhancements for systems troubleshooting problems finding and implementing solutions or coordinate support service with home office IT and exetrnal consultants as needed. This position works within DAI’s USG Financial Systems team and is also expected to provide ongoing support to a portfolio of assigned projects. This is a full-time permanent position. Responsibilities: Pre-Implementation Support * Participate in the meetings between the home office and project staff to define project requirements on the designated system and plan enhancements if needed. * Adapts the standard implementation process to incorporate project-specific needs and availability. * Orients the project team on timeline and requirements for the rollouts and enhancements. Systems Replication and Configuration * Implementing system roll out on a new project as assigned. * Make additional system configuaration to account for project-specific needs raised in the pre-implementation assessment that are not already addressed in the system master template. * Updates the project team on the status of implementation and issues arising from end users which will inform the overall rollout plan and flag items for escalation. * Participates in UAT test plan and executing UAT as needed. Project Support and Quality Assurance * Provides ongoing technical support to project teams as assigned to address system defects and enhancements. * Contributes to the preparation and periodic updates of systems documentation. * Collaborates in identifying and executing improvements to the system in part by capturing feedback from project teams. * Contributes to the design and development of reporting and other tools aimed at improving financial efficiency effectiveness and compliance at the project level. Capacity Building and Training * Provide designer and power user level training for the home office and project teams as assinged. * Participates in cross-departmental meetings on financial systems as needed. Additional Responsibilities As Needed. Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications: * Grade 4: Minimum of 2 years of experience providing operational and management support to USAID – funded projects. Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered. * Bachelor’s degree in Accounting Finance and/or Computer Science or equivalent experience. * Advanced knowledge of MS Excel * Exceptional oral and written communications skills with the ability to translate complex technical information to non-technical stakeholders. * Ability to prioritize work on multiple projects and meet tight deadlines. * Strong creative research analytical and problem-solving skills. * Self-starter with sound technical skills good judgment and a strong operational focus. * Demonstrated experience working with organizing and synthesizing large amounts of data. * Authorized to work in the United States. Preferred Qualifications: * Exposure to Jedox or other forecasting systems. * Project field accounting experience preferred. * Visual Basic or Groovy programming knowledge preferred. * Knowledge of Oracle MS Project APIs and SQL a plus. Compensation & Benefits: 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. Equal Employment Opportunity All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability age or status as a protected veteran. DAI and its employees are committed to confronting discrimination in all forms nurturing respect for our interpersonal relationships and holding ourselves accountable for positive change within the company and in the communities cultures and countries in which we live and work. DAI is committed to attracting and retaining the best employees from all races ethnicities and backgrounds in our continued effort to become a better development partner. DAI upholds the highest ethical standards. We are committed to the prevention of sexual exploitation abuse and harassment as well as other ethical breaches. All our positions are therefore subject to stringent vetting and reference checks.