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 4000 talented motivated and diverse staff of all religions races languages and gender identities. This Opportunity Palladium seeks an experienced Director of Finance Grants and Administration (DFGA) for the anticipated USAID/Nepal Localization Support activity focused on strengthening the Mission’s ability to ensure that local actors are in the lead role for Nepal’s development. The activity aims to provide services to USAID partner Nepali organizations and Government of Nepal entities to provide surge support build capacity and establish systems and processes to effectively design implement and monitor activities that advance our shared development objectives. In addition the activity will build the capacity of local organizations supporting G2G programming and assisting the Mission in improving localization programming. Purpose of Position The DFGA provides a crucial link between the technical and support functions (finance administration HR operations security compliance etc) within the project to ensure that USAID corporate and project policies are followed in all aspects of program implementation. The DFGA has responsibility for oversight of the finance and operations teams and is a member of the project leadership team. Duration: 5 years (anticipated start in September 2023) Location: Kathmandu Nepal Primary Duties And Responsibilities * Oversee program operations including but not limited to human resources logistics procurement sub-contracts or sub-awards and accounting/finance * Develop internal control measures conducts internal financial audits and coordinates external financial audits * Prepare budgets for annual work plans and financial reports for USAID * Develop the financial management capacity of all relevant staff and sub-awardees * Ensure the accurate tracking and recording of project expenditures and financial reports * Guide and assists accountants and other program staff in preparing revising and monitoring budgets for ongoing activities * Manage the financial operations and financial reporting of the project providing guidance and technical assistance to financial management personnel * Lead and oversee all grants administration from calls for expressions of interest through to implementation * Draft grants manual and related program documents * Develop and implement a grant tracking system to ensure the timely and correct execution of all grant agreements * Monitor completion of grants milestones and report issues encountered to the COP * Develop the financial management capacity of all relevant staff and sub-awardees * Resolve external issues/problems related to grants administration in a timely manner * Review and approve draft grants agreement in compliance with applicable Palladium policies and procedures and USAID conditions Key Competencies Required * Master’s degree in business administration finance or a related field in international business management finance accounting and/or auditing experience * An ACA/ACCA/CPA or other recognized professional accounting qualification; * At least seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience in accounting auditing finance or business management with a recognized organization * Demonstrated ability to develop and manage large budgets and in-depth knowledge of accounting principles; * Experience managing staff and grants for USAID-funded programs of a similar size * Progressively responsible experience supervising project operations including human resources procurement and sub-contracts or sub-awards * Prior experience in a management role on a USAID funded program highly desired * Demonstrated experience managing staff * Knowledge of local labor and tax laws and reporting procedures * Advanced written and verbal communication skills in English * Advanced knowledge of computers and MS Excel * Must be willing to live and travel within Nepal Equity Diversity & Inclusion - Palladium is committed to embedding equity diversity and inclusion into everything we do. We welcome applications from all sections of society and actively encourage diversity to drive innovation creativity success and good practice. We positively welcome and seek to ensure we achieve diversity in our workforce; and that all job applicants and employees receive equal and fair treatment regardless of their background or personal characteristics. These include: (but are not limited to) socio-economic background age race gender identity and expression religion ethnicity sexual orientation disability nationality veteran marital or Indigenous status. Should you require any adjustments or accommodations to be made due to a disability or you are a neurodivergent individual or for any other circumstance please email our team at accessibility@thepalladiumgroup.com and we will be in touch to discuss. Safeguarding - We define Safeguarding as “the preventative action taken by Palladium to protect our people clients and the communities we work with from harm”. We are committed to ensuring that all children and adults who come into contact with Palladium are treated with respect and are free from abuse. All successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced selection process including safeguarding-focused interviews and a rigorous due diligence process.


The 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. About the Position Reporting to CHAI’s Chief of Staff you will work closely with CHAI’s CHAI Senior Leadership including CHAI’s CEO on high-priority projects that span CHAI’s diverse portfolio of programs and geographies. In this role you will help deliver the long-term strategy of an organization that impacts the lives of millions of people in low- and middle-income countries. This role will involve supporting the operationalization and implementation CHAI’s five-year strategy; developing new approaches and strategies for donors partners and key external stakeholders; and supporting efforts to secure sustainable funding for new and existing CHAI programs. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the strategic direction of the organization support the resourcing of programs with transformational impact and work closely with senior and programmatic leadership across CHAI. The base location is flexible to a CHAI program country pending country leadership approval. This is a temporary position and the contract length may be 6 to 12 months. There is no ‘perfect’ candidate for this role. We are seeking dedicated and passionate individuals who want to make a difference in global health outcomes. Whatever your background and experience level if this role excites you please apply. * Drafting recommendations and implementation plans to operationalize CHAI’s five-year strategy including near-term strategic and operational improvements and presenting recommendations to the CEO and other senior leadership. * Collaborating with a diverse set of stakeholders across functions to support high-priority special projects across the organization. * Supporting the development of communication materials including reports presentations and updates to internal and external stakeholders. * Supporting Senior Leadership to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders such as donors partners and board members to support the CHAI’s mission and initiatives. * Developing briefing notes pitch decks and proposals to secure catalytic funding for new and existing programs and initiatives. * Collecting analyzing and presenting data to inform decision-making tracking key performance indicators and assessing the impact of projects. * Minimum of 4 years of work experience in a fast-paced results-oriented work environment (e.g. strategy consulting investment banking pharma). * Experience conducting qualitative and quantitative research with the ability to present and communicate findings to a variety of audiences and senior stakeholders. * High level of proficiency in Microsoft Office particularly Excel PowerPoint and Word. * Superb communications skills in English both written and verbal. Advantages * Experience working remotely with a decentralized team. * Experience developing proposals and pitches (e.g. in a fundraising or development function in the social impact space venture capital or startups). * Experience working in or supporting low- and middle-income countries. * Professional fluency in other languages such as French and Spanish.


The Role Prospera in support of the Fiscal Policy Agency (BKF) the Ministry of Finance is seeking the services of a highly qualified Senior Adviser (Islamic Finance Taxation) to conduct policy and regulatory review and analysis and provide advice and recommendations to support the development of implementing regulations related to the tax treatment of Islamic finance under the Law No. 4/2023 on the Development and Strengthening of the Financial Sector (UU P2SK). The Senior Adviser is expected to have in-depth knowledge of and more than 10 years’ practical experiences in Islamic finance regulations and business operations in Indonesia and preferably also in other countries. Program Background Prospera is a partnership facility between the Government of Australia (through Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade) and the Government of Indonesia. It aims to foster strong sustainable and inclusive economic growth in Indonesia. Commencing from 1 March 2018 Prospera is a planned five-year investment will complete in February 2026. About DT Global DT Global works in partnership with communities governments and the private sector to deliver innovative solutions that transform lives. DT Global - launched in 2019 - is built on legacy companies AECOM’s International Development Services Sector Development Transformations IMC Worldwide and Cardno International Development. To fulfill its profit-for-purpose mission DT Global is a key donor to the DT Institute an independent not-for-profit organization in support of DTI’s efforts to test new ideas or expand on donor partner priorities to improve as many lives as possible. Our global team of 2500 staff and experts work in over 90 countries. We bring over 60 years of experience relationships and technical excellence to improve lives on behalf of our partners clients and stakeholders. We aim to maximize sustainable development impact across a wide range of practice areas including Conflict Prevention Stabilization & Transition; Economic Growth; Environment & Infrastructure; Governance; and Human Development. Together we aim to positively impact 500 million lives by 2045. Click on the link or copy paste it to access the full Terms of Reference for this position: https://bit.ly/3sDacWe About You The candidate will possess strong qualifications and experience as follows: * An advanced degree from a reputable institution in finance banking accounting or related areas. * At least 10 years’ experience in and significant technical knowledge of Islamic finance. * Strong analytical skills and demonstrated ability to produce high-quality tax and financial policy papers for publication. * Demonstrated capacity to deliver tax and financial policy reforms including sensitivity to the political economy environment with experience in Indonesia or emerging/developing countries desirable. * Experience in the practical planning and executing tax and financial policy analysis and change activities. * Experience working with senior government officials on strategic and priority issues and excellent engagement with stakeholders at all levels. * Strong relationship management skills particularly in dealing with senior government officials on strategic and priority issues excellent engagement with stakeholders at all levels and ability to operate effectively and sensitively in a cross-cultural environment. * High-level communication skills (verbal and written) and ability to produce high quality presentations in English and Bahasa Indonesia. Remuneration The remuneration will be set according to National Remuneration Framework Group C Job Level 3. This position open to Indonesian nationals. The remuneration level at which the position is engaged will be based on the successful candidates’ relevant skills and experience. This position is a short-term position. Why join Prospera? At Prospera you will be part of a high-performing innovative and collaborative team that provides analysis and advice on key policy areas in support of strong sustainable and inclusive economic growth in Indonesia. HOW TO APPLY Click the 'Apply Now' button. Please submit your CV including a cover letter (in one file name) that addresses the selection criteria (no more than three pages) with subject Sr Adviser (IFT). APPLICATIONS CLOSE 19 September 2023 17:00 (GMT+7) Should this role be of interest we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. Kindly note only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. DT Global is committed to child protection and safeguarding the welfare of children in the delivery of our international development programs. We are committed to Safety and the Prevention of Sexual Abuse and Harassment (PSEAH) and bribery prevention. DT Global is an equal opportunity employer and we encourage women men people with diverse backgrounds and people living with disabilities to apply. This program is funded by the Australian Government and Managed by DT Global.


Background Please note that inclusion on the OSCE Mediation Roster does not guarantee employment. For specific assignments the Mediation Support Team employs candidates on a consultancy basis in line with the requirements of the assignment as well as the expert’s qualifications and availability. The OSCE has a comprehensive approach to security that encompasses politico-military economic and environmental and human aspects. It therefore addresses a wide range of security-related concerns including arms control confidence and security-building measures human rights national minorities democratization policing strategies counterterrorism and economic and environmental activities. All 57 participating States enjoy equal status and decisions are taken by consensus on a politically but not legally binding basis. The OSCE Secretariat in Vienna assists the OSCE Chair in its activities and provides operational support to OSCE field operations and as appropriate to OSCE institutions. In 2011 OSCE participating States adopted Ministerial Council Decision No. 3/11 on ‘elements of the conflict cycle related to enhancing the OSCE’s capabilities in early warning early action dialogue facilitation and mediation support and post-conflict rehabilitation’. In line with this decision the Mediation Support Team (MST) was created to develop OSCE capacities in dialogue facilitation and mediation support. Located in the Conflict Prevention Centre’s Operations Service the MST serves as the OSCE-wide focal point for dialogue facilitation and mediation support. In this role the MST provides knowledge expertise methodological support and resources to enhance the effectiveness of OSCE dialogue facilitation and mediation engagements. To complement its in-house capacity the MST maintains an OSCE Mediation Roster of experts who can be deployed to provide thematic expertise for specific assignments. Such assignments could include supporting OSCE mediation-support activities providing thematic expertise in a mediation process or reinforcing OSCE crisis response activities. Therefore experts on the Roster should possess diverse thematic expertise that can be employed in various operational contexts. The MST is currently updating the OSCE Mediation Roster and seeks qualified candidates with a range of skills and expertise in the areas of mediation dialogue facilitation and related fields. Therefore candidates with diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Experts who have previously created their TALEO profile will need to review and submit their profile in response to the current call . If included on the Roster experts will be considered for possible assignments and contacted by the MST to confirm their interest and availability. The final selection of experts for specific assignments may involve interviews or written tests. The duration of specific assignments will vary depending on the tasks and responsibilities of the assignment. Duration Of Assignment Max. 144 days Tasks And Responsibilities Consultants will work under the general supervision of the Deputy Director of the Conflict Prevention Centre for Operations Service and in close co-ordination with the MST. Specific Tasks May Include * the conduct of needs assessments; * the provision of policy or methodological advice; * the design and conduct of training on topics relevant to dialogue facilitation and mediation support training; * the development of tools and guidelines; * coaching and mentoring; * monitoring and evaluation; * provision of advice and support to the implementation of dialogue facilitation or mediation-support activities; * the preparation of written reports; * other related tasks. The experts included on the Roster will be qualified in relevant thematic areas for example related to: * mediation and dialogue process design; * the inclusion of women and/or youth; * ceasefire arrangements and security guarantees; * border management; * powersharing; * natural resource management; * climate change; * national minorities; * psychosocial support; * other conflict resolution relevant thematic area s. The specific tasks deliverables and expertise required for the assignment will be outlined in the terms of reference which will be provided to experts on the Roster being considered for the assignment . Necessary Qualifications * A university degree in a relevant field or proven practical expertise in mediation support or dialogue facilitation. * A minimum of 5 years of professional experience in thematic topics relevant to conflict resolution peacebuilding dialogue facilitation or mediation including but not limited to economic environmental gender cultural or geographic expertise. * Knowledge of geographic conflict contexts and tools as well as familiarity with dialogue facilitation and mediation approaches and methodologies. * Professional fluency in English with excellent writing skills; knowledge of other languages spoken in the OSCE area is an asset. * Flexibility and ability to work under time pressure to meet tight deadlines. * Demonstrated gender awareness and sensitivity and ability to integrate a gender perspective into tasks and activities. * Ability to establish and maintain effective and constructive working relationships with people of different backgrounds and diverse views while maintaining impartiality objectivity political sensitivity and confidentiality. * Computer literacy in particular with MS Office with an emphasis on the software required to deliver presentations and to prepare reports. * Specific thematic assignments may include further qualifications to those listed above. * Professional experience in working at the international level is an asset. * Previous experience working with the OSCE is an asset . Remuneration Package Remuneration will be based on the selected consultant's/expert's qualifications experience the tasks and deliverables for this position and in accordance with the OSCE established rates. If you wish to apply for this position please use the OSCE's online application link found under https://vacancies.osce.org/ . The OSCE retains the discretion to re-advertise/re-post the vacancy to cancel the recruitment or to offer an appointment with a modified job description or for a different duration. Only those candidates who are selected to participate in the subsequent stages of recruitment will be contacted. The OSCE is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce and encourages qualified female and male candidates from all religious ethnic and social backgrounds to apply to become a part of the Organization. Candidates should be aware that OSCE officials shall conduct themselves at all times in a manner befitting the status of an international civil servant. This includes avoiding any action which may adversely reflect on the integrity independence and impartiality of their position and function as officials of the OSCE. The OSCE is committed to applying the highest ethical standards in carrying out its mandate. For more information on the values set out in OSCE Competency Model please see https://jobs.osce.org/resources/document/our-competency-model . Please be aware that the OSCE does not request payment at any stage of the application and review process.


Only candidates who are not nationals of the country of assignment are eligible to apply to this position Hardship Level A (least hardship) Family Type Family Residential location (if applicable) Grade PR4 Staff Member / Affiliate Type Professional * Staff members will not normally serve in International Professional positions in the country of their nationality. In addition in case of a first appointment upon recruitment the assignment must be outside the staff member’s country of nationality. In practical terms this means that you are not eligible to apply for International Professional vacancies advertised in the country where you are national of. Reason Temporary > Temporary Assignment/ Appointment Remote work accepted No Target Start Date 2023-10-01 Job Posting End Date September 17 2023 Standard Job Description Senior Social Protection Officer Organizational Setting and Work Relationships The Global Compact on Refugees (GCR) affirmed by the UN General Assembly in December 2018 has strengthened UNHCR¿s protection and solutions mandate. It calls for the inclusion of refugees in the societies that host them pending solutions; and has provided an opportunity to assemble into a single framework decades of good practices pertaining to inclusion. Social protection systems figure prominently in the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Goal 1.3 calls for the implementation of ¿nationally appropriate social protection systems and measures for all including floors and by 2030 achieve substantial coverage of the poor and vulnerable¿. Inclusion of refugees in social safety nets and social protection programmes with the support of the international community is highlighted in the Compact. This contrasts with realities in many parts of the world. Refugees are indeed often excluded from national social protection programmes/systems which normally help the most vulnerable families cover their basic needs and earn income. This is due to various reasons including that these systems are meant to serve their own citizens restrictive policies and legal frameworks limited ability of refugees to pay into national social protection programmes etc. This exclusion also applies to internally displaced- and stateless persons. Moreover in much of the world these systems are nascent or non-existent. Where they do exist they are often unable to meet the needs of their own nationals. At the same time humanitarian and development actors particularly in protracted displacement contexts are increasingly working to transition refugees where possible from humanitarian assistance to national social safety nets social welfare services and public labour / workplace programmes. This contributes to the SDG `Leave No-One Behind¿ principle and SDG-specific objectives working to increase the global coverage of social protection. Innovative financing such as the World Bank¿s IDA 18 Refugee Sub-Window (RSW) are opening up refugee inclusion windows in national social safety net health coverage and public labour programmes with the upcoming IDA 19 Host Community and Refugee Window (HRW) investments continuing this trend. Humanitarian actors are also providing assistance to refugees and host communities through socio-economic services or delivering directly cash and goods similar to the functions of national social protection systems with opportunities for harmonization with national systems. As part of the implementation of the GCR UNCHR is increasing its capacity to support initiatives aimed at including where possible its persons of concern (POC) in national social protection programmes. This requires capacities for operational analysis policy research and partnerships. Within this context the Senior Social Protection Officer¿s role is to support UNHCR in understanding social protection/safety net schemes and how to eventually include refugees IDPs and stateless persons. The incumbent is expected to work in line with the multi-functional team (MFT) approach and establish strong working relationships with other technical sectors and divisions in UNHCR including protection programme livelihoods economic and financial inclusion education cash and partnerships with development actors. All UNHCR staff members are accountable to perform their duties as reflected in their job description. They do so within their delegated authorities in line with the regulatory framework of UNHCR which includes the UN Charter UN Staff Regulations and Rules UNHCR Policies and Administrative Instructions as well as relevant accountability frameworks. In addition staff members are required to discharge their responsibilities in a manner consistent with the core functional cross-functional and managerial competencies and UNHCR¿s core values of professionalism integrity and respect for diversity. Duties - Develop operational guidance good practice notes and policy briefs for the Field and senior management as necessary drawing on relevant UNHCR-supported action research or other sources from authoritative partners; - Represent UNHCR and engage in upstream policy progamme and financing dialogues on social protection with key actors including inter-alia the World Bank EU UNICEF ILO and WFP to ensure that refugees and other POC are included; - Lead on promoting and supporting research to have the right data for advocating for the inclusion of refugees and other POC in social protection programmes strategies and financing; - Draft briefing papers talking points and memorandum to support senior management in promoting inclusion of POCs in social protection policy programmes and financing. - Work with relevant UNHCR technical staff to identify and gather necessary socio-economic micro data of POC and host communities as relevant to support inclusion in social protection programmes; - Provide direct technical support to Operations in transitioning from a humanitarian social assistance approach to a national social protection programme as required - Support the Regional Bureau or specific Operations as needed in developing actionable strategies for the inclusion of POC into protection/safety nets programmes from a regional or specific Operation¿s perspective; - Build a strong knowledge base of existing (and potential) social protection/safety net schemes that do/could include POC; - Identify and support RB and Operations to secure relevant technical expertise including support to drafting ToRs etc. - Provide direct technical support to Operation(s) within the Area of Responsibility (AoR) in transitioning from a humanitarian social assistance approach (cash food for work etc.) to a national social protection programme - Organize and facilitate capacity building and awareness raising activities within the AoR on social protection In a Regional Bureaux (RB) - Support the Field to identify and secure technical expertise potential financing options and partnerships; - Elevate key regional research and lessons learned to the HQ levelfor inclusion in guidance policy and institutional-level engagements on social protection. In Country Offices - Identify most relevant partners and potential financing options; - Where relevant build strong engagement with World Bank social protection task team leaders; - Build effective working relationships with relevant government departments and local government administrations associated with social protection programmes; - Organize and facilitate capacity building and awareness raising activities related to social protection and inclusion for UNHCR staff and colleagues in relevant agencies and host governments entities; and - draft lessons learned and support knowledge sharing with regional bureau and HQ. - Perform other related duties as required. Minimum Qualifications Education & Professional Work Experience Years of Experience / Degree Level For P4/NOD - 9 years relevant experience with Undergraduate degree; or 8 years relevant experience with Graduate degree; or 7 years relevant experience with Doctorate degree Field(s) of Education Socio-Economic Development Social Sciences Development studies Community Development International Relations Law Political Science Disaster Risk Management Emergency Management Environmental/Earth science or other relevant field. (Field(s) of Education marked with an asterisk* are essential) Certificates and/or Licenses Not specified Relevant Job Experience Essential Minimum of 5 years relevant demonstrated field experience working on social protection-related programme development management implementation and monitoring/evaluation. Practical field experience transitioning humanitarian-type programming into national social protection programmes e.g. cash transfers public works health services etc. Relevant field experience in related areas including around targeting socio-economic household data preferably in both humanitarian and development and forced displacement contexts. Ability to identify the most valuable partnerships and leverage them and to influence policy dialogue taking into account the capacities and vulnerabilities of forcibly displaced persons. Excellent analytical capacity and proven ability to work with socio-economic micro data. Ability to translate complex concepts and programming opportunities for the use by UNHCR staff. Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills. Demonstrated maturity to engage with senior managers in host governments bilateral donors development banks and other UN agencies. Ability to work in teams. Excellent communications skills ¿ written and oral. Nuanced understanding of the key partners that are engaged in social protection programmes including inter alia the World Bank EU ILO and UNICEF. Desirable Good knowledge of UNHCR or other institutions working with forcibly displaced populations. Experience in poverty reduction programmes. Capacity to work with socio-economic data. Functional Skills *CL-Strategy Development and Monitoring *CO-Drafting and Documentation *CO-Strategic Communication *ER-Inter-Agency Leadership/Coordination *IM-Knowledge Management *MG-Partnership Development *PR-Social cohesion *SO-Critical Thinking and problem solving *SO-Networking *UN-Policy Advocacy in UNHCR PG-Results-Based Management PR-Refugee Protection Principles and Framework (Functional Skills marked with an asterisk* are essential) Language Requirements For International Professional and Field Service jobs: Knowledge of English and UN working language of the duty station if not English. For National Professional jobs: Knowledge of English and UN working language of the duty station if not English and local language. For General Service jobs: Knowledge of English and/or UN working language of the duty station if not English. All UNHCR workforce members must individually and collectively contribute towards a working environment where each person feels safe and empowered to perform their duties. This includes by demonstrating no tolerance for sexual exploitation and abuse harassment including sexual harassment sexism gender inequality discrimination and abuse of power. As individuals and as managers all must be proactive in preventing and responding to inappropriate conduct support ongoing dialogue on these matters and speaking up and seeking guidance and support from relevant UNHCR resources when these issues arise. This is a Standard Job Description for all UNHCR jobs with this job title and grade level. The Operational Context may contain additional essential and/or desirable qualifications relating to the specific operation and/or position. Any such requirements are incorporated by reference in this Job Description and will be considered for the screening shortlisting and selection of candidates. Desired Candidate Profile Operational Context: The Senior Social Protection Officer will be based in the UNHCR Regional Bureau for Middle East and North Africa (RB-MENA) that covers 17 countries. By the end of 2022 the MENA region hosted 2.4 million refugees 12.6 million internally displaced people 251800 asylum seekers and 370300 stateless persons. There are multiple protracted crises in the MENA region including the Syria and Sudan situations. UNHCR is expanding its engagement with development partners in order to ensure that increasing numbers of Refugee IDP returnee and stateless people are socially and economically empowered with the means to be self-reliant and able to enjoy their rights. The MENA Regional Bureau has leveraged partnerships at regional level with a number of development actors to support country operations in line with UNHCRs Strategic Directions 2022-2026. RB-MENA has been increasing its engagement on social protection through a range of initiatives including the ESCWA Issue Based Coalition on Social Protection in the Arab Region (IBC-SP) and collaboration with UN partners and the Regional Refugee and Resilience Plan (3RP). Along with joint agency efforts UNHCR seeks to support host and refugee populations and strengthen the evidence base vulnerability and poverty analysis of populations in support of refugee inclusion. Further UNHCR has increased advocacy with governments and donors for capacity building of national social protection services. A regional review of country operations has identified potential partnership opportunities with the World Bank IMF and WFP UNICEF and ILO including the PROSPECTS partnership led by the Government of the Netherlands furthering the inclusion of refugees into national social protection systems. The Senior Social Protection Officer’s role is to support the MENA Regional Bureau and UNHCR Operations in advancing the inclusion and alignment of refugees IDPs and other persons of concern with national sectors and increasing access to public services including social protection systems and programmes. The Senior Social Protection Officer will work in a matrixed reporting line to the Senior Partnerships Advisor and Senior Development Officer (SDO) as part of a multi-functional team within the Regional Bureau. The Senior Social Protection Officer will work closely with the SDO and UNHCR country operations in the region alongside Programme Protection Data and Cash Based Intervention colleagues covering livelihoods economic and financial inclusion education public health and partnerships with development actors. With Senior Management support outreach to key external stakeholders and development agencies will include the World Bank government agencies national line ministries and other operational partners. Guidance and support will also be provided by the UNHCR Social Protection Unit in Headquarters Geneva that contributes to strategic direction coordination and oversight of UNHCR social protection activities as well as the design and implementation of capacity building activities. In the given Operational Context the Senior Social Protection Officer will: * Expand and strengthen existing UNHCR analysis and understanding of inclusion of refugees and other PoC in national socio-economic systems including mapping the status of inclusion across the region identifying opportunities in each country liaising with Senior Development Officer Senior Economist and relevant colleagues working on inclusion in the MENA Regional Bureau and in Country Operations as needed. * Provide technical support to the MENA Regional Bureau and Country Operations for the inclusion of refugees and other PoC in Social Protection programmes and how to align UNHCR assistance to these programmes working together with social protection focal points and with Multi-Functional Teams (MFT) including programme protection and external relations staff. * Support Country Operations in the MENA region to formulate their strategic priorities and engagement opportunities in the area of social protection and inclusion (with a focus on: Egypt Iraq Jordan Lebanon Libya Mauritania Morocco Tunisia Yemen). * Conduct social protection capacity building activities for UNHCR staff in the regional bureau as well as country operations in MENA tailored to the specific contexts and needs by: (i) strengthening their understanding of social protection through a thematic workshop as well as webinars and exchange events (ii) conducting regular calls with social protection focal points in the region (iii) leverage use of refugee data to underwrite social protection technical services offered by UNHCR (iv) enhancing country operations’ capacity for social protection policy engagement. * Contribute to policy development and advocacy in the area of social protection and inclusion providing operational and best-practice briefs to senior management and other technical staff engaged in external processes and partnerships linked to social protection and inclusion while also providing inputs into the global UNHCR social protection institutional products. * Represent UNHCR and support partnerships with Governments key bilateral donors and international financial institutions working in support of national social protection systems strengthening the role of UNHCR and scaling up operational support with other external agencies (e.g. ILO UNICEF WFP UNDP World Bank) to rollout the alignment and transitioning of assistance to government social protection programmes. * Leverage external partnerships to influence government and donor policy dialogue considering the capacities and vulnerabilities of forcibly displaced persons. * Manage operational research and the documentation of regional learnings to build the knowledge base for UNHCR and other external actors for the inclusion of refugees and other PoCs in social protection systems and economic inclusion programmes. * Promote linkages and foster integration of social protection work with other relevant teams such as cash-based interventions health education livelihood and financial inclusion. * Generate data and analysis for evidence-base communication and visibility including on numbers of refugees and other PoC having access to social protection programmes across the MENA region. * Ensure fluid communication and information exchange with key stakeholders internally and externally. Desired Candidate Profile: * Demonstrated experience in working with government social protection systems particularly in contexts of fragility and/or forced displacement. * Operational experience in national social protection systems including responsibility for liaising with line ministries at national and decentralized levels. * Proven knowledge and technical skills in designing implementing and/or monitoring different types of social protection programmes; * Field experience in working with poor vulnerable humanitarian caseloads particularly those impacted by forced displacement. * A good knowledge of UNHCR and/or other institutions working with displaced populations will be an asset. * Experience in MENA region will be an asset. * Knowledge of French and Arabic is desirable. Required languages (expected Overall ability is at least B2 level): English   Desired languages Arabic  French  Operational context Occupational Safety and Health Considerations: Nature of Position: Living and Working Conditions: Skills Additional Qualifications CL-Strategy Development and Monitoring CO-Drafting and Documentation CO-Strategic Communication ER-Inter-Agency Leadership/Coordination IM-Knowledge Management MG-Partnership Development PG-Results-Based Management PR-Refugee Protection Principles and Framework PR-Social cohesion SO-Critical Thinking and problem solving SO-Networking UN-Policy Advocacy in UNHCR Education Certifications Work Experience Competencies Accountability Analytical thinking Client & results orientation Commitment to continuous learning Communication Empowering & building trust Judgement & decision making Leadership Organizational awareness Political awareness Stakeholder management Strategic planning & visions Teamwork & collaboration UNHCR Salary Calculator https://icsc.un.org/Home/SalaryScales Compendium Additional Information Functional clearance This position requires Functional Clearance


Background The Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE) with 57 participating States is the world’s largest regional security organization. Please refer to http://www.osce.org for additional information. The OSCE in close co-operation with UNDP will initiate the implementation of the Global Environment Facility (GEF) funded Project Preparatory Grant (PPG) for project “Advancing transboundary co-operation and Integrated Water Resources Management in the Dniester River Basin through implementation of the Strategic Action Programme (SAP)”. In this regard the OSCE seeks the services of a series of consultants who are (a) acquainted with the development process of Project Documents for Global Environment Facility (GEF) funded projects and (b) possess in-depth knowledge in the field of transboundary water management. Objective Of Assignment The support of the consultants is expected throughout the development of the Project Document process which includes but not limited to desktop research and analysis stakeholder identification and participation in stakeholders consultations feedback gathering and updating of the project documentation accordingly. Furthermore the consultants are expected to support the OSCE throughout the review process of the GEF’s Scientific and Technical Advisory Panel (STAP) and address related comments as well as to respond to UNDP GEF Secretariat and GEF Council review comments as required in the PPG process. Moreover the consultants are expected to work with the Office of Co-ordinator of OSCE Economic and Environmental Activities (OCEEA) the department in charge of implementing the project within the OSCE to ensure that risk assessments and other action points mentioned at the PIF stage (“pre-screening”) are fully captured and implemented during the PPG phase. The selected consultants will be primarily home-based with the required consultations with various stakeholders taking place by email by phone and/or online as well as during occasional in-person visits on the premises of the OSCE Secretariat if/as necessary. The consultancies are scheduled to take place during the period of September – December 2023. Start date is as soon as possible (September 2023) Duration Of Assignment September - December 2023 Tasks And Responsibilities Under the overall supervision of the Environmental Programme Officer in close collaboration with the OCEEA Senior Management and UNDP project focal points consultants will perform various parts of the following duties: Requirements Support the OCEEA in drafting and finalizing the Project Document for the above mentioned project as well as the related annexes as per the templates and requirements of the Global Environment Facility (GEF) as follows I. * Drafting the Project Document based on the associated template for projects financed by the various GEF Trust Funds in compliance with the GEF policies and recommendations and as needed for the GEF Council’s approval; * Developing the GEF Budget Template reflecting accurately the activities included in the Project Document; * Providing input to the GEF execution support letter; * Developing or updating as necessary the project map and geospatial coordinates of project sites; * Developing the multi-year work plan; * Developing the Theory of Change; * Developing the Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Plan; * Providing necessary input for the UNDP Social and Environmental Screening Procedure (SESP); * Providing input to the UNDP Risk Register; * Preparing the template related to job description of the Project Staff and Technical Consultancies; * Developing the Stakeholder Engagement Plan; * Developing the Gender Analysis and Gender Action Plan for the project; * Developing the Environmental Social Management Framework (ESMF) and of other SES framework/ plans if and as required; * Providing input to the GEF core indicators and taxonomy; * Providing input to the GEF Request for Endorsement; * Preparing a comprehensive conflict risk / conflict sensitive analysis to show the multi-dimensional risks of declining water availability in the river basin; * Reaching out to other international actors in the riparian countries and securing the necessary in-kind contribution as required by the project donor; * Ensuring that all concerns of the GEF’s Scientific and Technical Advisory Panel (STAP) are addressed as received and respond to GEF Secretariat and GEF Council review comments as required in the PPG process; * Working with the OCEEA to ensure that risk assessments and other action points mentioned at the PIF stage (“pre-screening”) are fully captured and implemented during the PPG phase. Support The OCEEA With Providing The Necessary Technical Information As Needed For The Drafting And Finalization Of The Above Mentioned Templates And Annexes In The Various Areas Of Work; This Includes II. * Providing necessary technical expertise in the area of Integrated Water Resources Management (IWRM) both in the Republic of Moldova as well as in Ukraine; this implies but not limited to providing tailored overviews and/ or reports on the national legislation in this area identifying synergies with countries commitments taken at international level identifying needs for capacity building at local national and transboundary level etc. * Providing necessary technical expertise on river basin management planning especially in relation to the Dniester River basin; * Providing necessary technical expertise on hydrology and climate change especially in relation to the development of potential future water demands and climate change modelling for the Dniester River basin as well in relation to a comprehensive analysis on the main anthropogenic loads in the River; * Providing necessary technical expertise on disaster risk reduction and early warning and response systems for floods; * Providing necessary expertise in the area of technical storage facilities and on the operational peculiarities of the industrial waste storage facilities in the riparian countries; * Providing necessary technical expertise on biodiversity and ecosystem services in the Dniester River basin; * Providing necessary technical expertise on Environmental and Water-Use Aspects of Operation Rules of Hydropower Plants; * Providing necessary technical expertise on investment in particular in relation to the development of methodological guidelines and facilitated investment opportunities to improve the ecological status in the Dniester River basin; Deliverables Development of the Project Document template as per the donor’s requirements including all above-mentioned annexes (Project Budget; GEF execution support letter; the project map and geospatial coordinates of project sites; the multi-year work plan; the UNDP Social and Environmental Screening Procedure (SESP); the UNDP Risk Register; the Project Staff and Technical Consultancies; the Stakeholder Engagement Plan; the Gender Strategy for the project; the Environmental Social Management Framework (ESMF) and of other SES framework/ plans if and as required) for the submission to the GEF Council. Necessary Qualifications * First-level university degree in environmental sciences natural sciences geography chemistry or adjacent field * Minimum 5 years of professional experience including formal qualifications in environmental sciences and policies with a focus on Integrated Water Resources Management (IWRM) particularly in a transboundary context; river basin management planning; biodiversity and ecosystem restoration; climate change; disaster risk reduction and early warning; technical storage facilities; conflict analysis and resolution mediation etc.; experience in dealing with awareness raising and outreach activities on environmental issues especially among the youth community in the basin is considered an asset; * Experience with Global Environment Facility funded projects including Project Document development implementation and/ or associated activities; * Excellent knowledge of English and/or of the national languages of the two project countries Ukraine and the Republic of Moldova including excellent communication and drafting skills; * Experience in facilitating transboundary water cooperation particularly in Eastern Europe (the Dniester River basin) as well as previous experience with international organizations is considered an asset; * Professional fluency in English with excellent communication (both oral and written) skills; professional fluency in Russian would be an asset; * Demonstrated gender awareness and sensitivity and an ability to integrate a gender perspective into tasks and activities; Ability and willingness to work as a member of team with people of different cultural and religious backgrounds different gender and diverse political views while maintaining impartiality and objectivity; * Computer literate with practical experience using Microsoft applications. Remuneration Package Remuneration will be based on the selected consultant's/expert's qualifications experience the tasks and deliverables for this position and in accordance with the OSCE established rates. If you wish to apply for this position please use the OSCE's online application link found under https://vacancies.osce.org/ . The OSCE retains the discretion to re-advertise/re-post the vacancy to cancel the recruitment or to offer an appointment with a modified job description or for a different duration. Only those candidates who are selected to participate in the subsequent stages of recruitment will be contacted. The OSCE is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce and encourages qualified female and male candidates from all religious ethnic and social backgrounds to apply to become a part of the Organization. Candidates should be aware that OSCE officials shall conduct themselves at all times in a manner befitting the status of an international civil servant. This includes avoiding any action which may adversely reflect on the integrity independence and impartiality of their position and function as officials of the OSCE. The OSCE is committed to applying the highest ethical standards in carrying out its mandate. For more information on the values set out in OSCE Competency Model please see https://jobs.osce.org/resources/document/our-competency-model . Please be aware that the OSCE does not request payment at any stage of the application and review process.


Job Description BACKGROUND UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence. UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse any kind of harassment including sexual harassment and discrimination. All selected candidates will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks. Office/Unit/Project Description Present in the country since the signature of the Cooperation Agreement with the Government of Guinea-Bissau on 29 June 1975 immediately after its independence UNDP CO in Guinea-Bissau has been the lead partner providing support to the Government in the areas of good governance sustainable inclusive and resilient development working for a future that offers equality dignity and opportunities for all. Key programme focus areas are: a) governance: constitutional review rule of law and local governance structures and empowering women youth and civil society; b) promoting inclusive economic growth: poverty reduction decent work food security and the structural transformation of the economy through economic diversification agricultural technology and value chain development and market support systems; c) climate change adaptation disaster risk management and mitigation preservation and development of biodiversity; and d) health and social protection. The Government of Guinea Bissau received support from the Green Climate Fund (GCF) to advance the development of a National Adaptation Plan (NAP) with the goal of decreasing vulnerability to climate change. This NAP process will help Guinea Bissau build climate resilience by improving institutional and technical capacity for climate change adaptation (CCA) planning examining climate risks determining CCA priorities integrating CCA into national and sectoral planning and budgeting and increasing investment in adaptation actions. This goal will be achieved via three interrelated outcomes as follows: * Strengthening institutional and human capacities to coordinate and manage climate change adaptation planning and implementation. * Developing an integrated national climate risk assessment and identifying adaptation priority areas for inclusion in a National Adaptation Plan Framework document; and * Integrating adaptation priorities into national planning and budgeting processes. Project Manager will be responsible for the overall management of the Project including the mobilization of all projects. It is the PM’s primary responsibility to ensure that the project produces the results specified in the project document to the required standard of quality and within the specified constraints of time and cost. The PM will inform the Project Board and the Project Management Committee of any delays or difficulties as they arise during implementation so that appropriate support and corrective measures can be adopted. SCOPE OF WORK The Project Manager Will Undertake The Following Functions * Ensuring effective project management by maintaining the delivery of appropriate technical operational financial and administrative outputs while tracking the project’s progress through monitoring evaluation. * Coordination and building strong partnerships with the implementing partners and relevant stakeholders. * Preparation and finalization of the reporting. * Knowledge sharing and other relevant responsibilities pertaining to the implementation of assigned activities and contribution to the office’s overall programmatic initiatives. * Perform other related duties as assigned by the supervisor. The Project Manager Will Undertake The Following Functions * Ensuring effective project management by maintaining the delivery of appropriate technical operational financial and administrative outputs while tracking the project’s progress through monitoring evaluation: * Implement and manage the project on a day-to-day basis coordinate the implementation of the respective activities based on the relevant project document including as needed supervision and guidance of other project staff consultants and experts with a view to achieving project results; * Ensure the timely and quality delivery of planned project activities; * Develop comprehensive/detailed project work-plans that include all project activities and roles and responsibilities of the stakeholders and set-out corresponding milestones; * Monitor the progress of implementation of project activities and key event schedules review the work- plans and set deadlines and monitor the financial resources and accounting to ensure accuracy and reliability of financial reports; * Mobilize goods and services to support project activities including Call for Proposals drafting TORs and works/product requirements and specifications; * Manage and monitor project risks initially identified submitting information on the new risks and possible mitigating measures to the Project Board for consideration and updating the status of these risks by maintaining a Project Risk Log; * Assume responsibilities in line with the office Internal Control Framework and act as a `first authority` for Project transactions; * Ensure the adherence of project activities to the existing financial procurement and administrative processes that are in line with prevailing UNDP rules and regulations and at the same time observe the project timelines; * Ensure that gender equality is pursued in all project activities and reflected in work plans budgets reports research analyses and where relevant analyzed in detail; * Ensure that accessibility for persons with disabilities is reflected in all project activities; * Consult regularly with other UNDP projects and programs on related activities where synergies are possible. * Coordination and building strong partnerships with the implementing partners and relevant stakeholders focusing on achievement of the following: * Maintain strong relationships with the implementing partners line ministries and other relevant partners and donors; * Finalize the contractual agreements with implementing partners; * Maintain regular coordination and quality assurance of expert inputs and products as well as among project partners to ensure coherence and complementarity of project activities; * Identify opportunities for deepening the cooperation and recommending adequate approaches to dealing with different stakeholders based on information on all relevant stakeholders gathered during projects’ implementation; * Maintain regular communication on relevant project issues with the local and international counterparts consultants and experts and ensuring quality and timely delivery of all agreed outputs; * Maintain effective linkages with current and potential donors; * Engage with groups and communities in project activities to reflect their needs and elements of success to the planned interventions. * Communicate project goals and activities clearly to both stakeholders and the wider public. * Preparation and finalization of the reporting focusing on the achievement of the following: * Prepare project progress and ad hoc reports (progress against planned activities update on risks issues expenditures…) and ensure timely submission of the reports to the project board and relevant donor(s). The developed reports are expected to be of good quality with proper analysis of the results. * Assist in periodical corporate reporting including Atlas quarterly progress and ROAR; * Develop presentations and other materials that are needed to share information on achievements challenges etc. * Update and file the relevant documentation. * Knowledge sharing and other relevant responsibilities pertaining to the project implementation and contribution to the office’s overall programmatic initiatives focusing on the achievement of the following: * Ensure compilation and synthesis of lessons learnt and best practices throughout project implementation; * Support the strategic sharing of relevant knowledge and information gathered throughout the project implementation phase in close collaboration with the Communications & Partnerships Specialist; * Sound contributions to knowledge networks and communities of practice; * Actively commit to learning for advancing professional skills and career. * Perform any other duties as assigned by the Supervisor. INSTITUTIONAL ARRANGEMENT The Project Manager will undertake duties under the guidance of the Deputy Resident Representative and direct supervision of the Head of Sustainable Planet Cluster and will supervise project staff consultants and sub-contractors. COMPETENCIES Core competencies Achieve Results LEVEL 2: Scale up solutions and simplifies processes balances speed and accuracy in doing work Think Innovatively LEVEL 2: Offer new ideas/open to new approaches demonstrate systemic/integrated thinking Learn Continuously LEVEL 2: Go outside comfort zone learn from others and support their learning Adapt with Agility LEVEL 2: Adapt processes/approaches to new situations involve others in change process Act with Determination LEVEL 2: Able to persevere and deal with multiple sources of pressure simultaneously Engage and Partner LEVEL 2: Is facilitator/integrator bring people together build/maintain coalitions/partnerships Enable Diversity and Inclusion LEVEL 2: Facilitate conversations to bridge differences considers in decision making People Management : Show Managerial Courage Manage Performance and Ensure Accountability Demonstrate Empathy and Emotional Intelligence. Cross-Functional & Technical competencies Thematic Area Name Definition Business Direction and Strategy EffectiveDecision Making Ability to take decisions in a timelyand efficient mannerin line with one'sauthority area of expertise and resources Business Direction and Strategy Negotiation and Influence Ability to reach an understanding persuade others resolve points of difference gain advantage in theoutcome of dialogue negotiates mutually acceptable solutions through compromise and creates ‘win-win’ situations BusinessDevelopment KnowledgeFacilitation Ability to animate individuals and communities of contributors to participate and share particularly externally BusinessManagement Project Management Ability to planorganize prioritize and control resources procedures and protocols to achieve specific goals BusinessManagement Partnership Management Ability to build and maintain partnerships with wide networks of stakeholders Governments civil society and private sector partners experts and others in line with UNDP strategy and policies Business Management Results-based Management Ability to manage programmes and projects with a focusat improved performance and demonstrable results Business Management Monitoring Ability to provide managers and key stakeholders withregular feedback on the consistency or discrepancy betweenplanned and actualactivities and programme performance and results Min. Education Requirements MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS OF THE SUCCESSFUL NPSA * Master’s degree in Natural Resources Environmental Sciences Social Sciences Business Administration or related field OR * Bachelor’s Degree in the related fields with additional 2 years of relevant experience will be given due consideration in lieu of Master’s degree Min. Years Of Relevant Work Experience * Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience with Bachelor’s degree in managing development projects including financial budget risk staff as well as quality management * No experience is required for a Master’s Required Skills * Proven experience in dealingwith local governments NGOs and bilateral and multilateral donors. * Experience in project management (including results-based management finance HR and procurement). * Excellent use of projectmanagement software and Microsoft applications. Desired skills in addition to the competencies covered in the Competencies section * Knowledge of the UN system and familiarity with UNDP procedures would be an asset. * Previous experience with international (public or private sector)organizations is desirable. * Knowledge and/or experience in the environment/biodiversity sector is an asset. Required Language(s) * Excellent language skills in English or French (writing speaking and reading) is required. * Fluency in Portuguese language is desirable. Professional Certificates N/A The Following Documentsshall Be Requiredfrom The Applicants * Fully completed P11 (Resume): indicating all past positionsheld and their main underlying functions their durations (month/year) the qualifications as well as the contact details(email and telephonenumber) of the Candidate and at least three (3) the most recent professional references of previous supervisors. 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IFC—a member of the World Bank Group—is the largest global development institution focused on the private sector in emerging markets. We work in more than 100 countries using our capital expertise and influence to create markets and opportunities in developing countries. In fiscal year 2022 IFC committed a record $32.8 billion to private companies and financial institutions in developing countries leveraging the power of the private sector to end extreme poverty and boost shared prosperity as economies grapple with the impacts of global compounding crises. For more information visit www.ifc.org. The International Finance Corporation (IFC) the private sector arm of the World Bank Group is a global investor and advisor committed to promoting projects in its developing member countries that are economically beneficial financially and commercially sound and environmentally and socially sustainable. IFC’s Creating Markets Advisory (CMA) team works to improve the enabling environment to support both IFC and private investments. Our global experience shows that challenges in the business environment mean that countries lose significant amounts of investment annually and so our team works proactively to contribute to creating effective and efficient market conditions for increased investment. We leverage relationships with the public sector private sector and the World Bank Group in our client countries to identify design and implement legal and regulatory reforms and strengthen capacity to address key bottlenecks to private sector engagement and investment. CMA currently operates across the East Asia and Pacific (EAP) region with an active portfolio in Fiji Indonesia Lao PDR Mongolia Myanmar Papua New Guinea Philippines Solomon Islands Timor- Leste and Vietnam. IFC is looking for a Short-Term Consultant (STCs) in the Philippines who is interested in private and financial sector development to work with the local and regional team on project implementation support. The successful candidate will work with IFC’s CMA team in the Philippines to ensure project activities are delivered in a timely manner and objectives are achieved. The assignment is initially for a period of 50 days until December 2023 but is likely to be extended further subject to mutual agreement (the maximum number of days for consultancy in a financial year is capped at 150 days as per World Bank Group policy). The consultant should already be based in Manila Philippines. Scope and Tasks: * Support the team in implementing activities related to financial sector development with n initial focus on open finance and digital financial services as well as emerging topics such as green finance voluntary carbon markets etc. * Support the team in implementing activities related to private sector development by undertaking desk research and drafting internal notes on sectors such as affordable housing industrial decarbonization eco-industrial parks etc. * Assist in the internal management of project execution: prepare notes meeting minutes presentations and documentation for internal management of projects as well as for sharing outputs with clients. * Organize workshops and meetings with key stakeholders ranging from event logistics to preparation of relevant briefs and documentation. * Support and contribute to program communication related activities. * Perform duties as requested by senior members of the team. * Develop expertise about IFC processes and internal systems management. Selection Criteria * A Bachelor’s degree preferably in economics business law or finance and at least a specialization degree relevant to the assignment that is required. A Master’s degree in law or finance would be an added advantage. * A minimum 4-5 years of relevant experience in research analysis project management drafting briefs and coordination of meetings and workshops. * Strong experience in financial and private sector development with demonstrated understanding of business drivers and direct experience in or with the private sector in the Philippines. Experience of working with government and regulators will be an added advantage. * Excellent project management experience and demonstrated ability to manage multiple * deliverables simultaneously work effectively under time pressure and with high capacity to produce quality work. * Demonstrate strong professionalism maintaining confidentiality and using discretion when required. * Demonstrate teamwork skills and ability to operate in large culturally diverse and geographically dispersed teams. * Excellent oral and written communication skills in English. * Excellent command over Microsoft applications such as Word PowerPoint and Excel. * Ability to work independently with limited supervision and willingness to understand and learn to navigate IFC’s internal systems processes standards and procedures. LOCATION DURATION AND REPORTING DUTIES The consultant is to be based physically in Manila Philippines. No remote work will be carried out under this TOR. The assignment is initially for a period of 30 days until December 2023. An increase in the number of days and duration of contract is possible and will be negotiated with the Team Lead based on performance and project needs (the maximum number of days for consultancy in a financial year is capped at 150 days as per World Bank Group policy). Interested candidates should send their CV (max. 2 pages) and a cover letter (max. 1 page) outlining their motivation to apply for this position. Any submissions exceeding this limit will not be considered. CV and cover letter should be emailed with subject line “STC: Support IFC Advisory Project Implementation in Philippines” to: nsilva1@ifc.org. Application deadline is September 07 2023.


Description Background JSI Research and Training Institute Inc (JSI) a Boston-based public health management firm dedicated to providing high quality technical and managerial assistance to public health programs throughout the United States and the world is currently recruiting for a potential Director of Monitoring Evaluation and Learning (MEL) to support the USAID-funded Strengthening Integrated Health Services Activity (SIHSA). The anticipated goals of the activity are to improve quality Family Planning and Reproductive Maternal Newborn Child Adolescent health (FP/RMNCAH) and malaria services; increase adoption of selected key optimal behaviors to improve health in selected districts in Sierra Leone. JSI is currently developing the proposal for this award and if successful the activity will be carried out with several partner organizations that are providing technical and local expertise. Job Summary The MEL Director is a full time position based in Freetown Sierra Leone. The Director will be responsible for coordinating the development of a performance management plan including performance-monitoring criteria and ensuring continuous monitoring of Activity progress. Primary responsibilities also include organizing and coordinating data collection and analysis and interpreting and reporting on Activity results to key stakeholders. Evaluation and monitoring activities will be designed to enable program managers in the field to identify problems and their causes and improve overall program performance. The MEL Director is a member of the Senior Management Team of the project and reports to the Chief of Party. Responsibilities shall include the overall coordination of MEL program implementation activities conducted alongside the technical team to ensure the delivery of high-quality client-focused integrated approaches of FP/RMNCAH and malaria health services specifically at district and PHU levels are successfully implemented. Responsibilities * Design and implement a comprehensive M&E framework for program including the development of a MEL plan Theory of Change Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan etc.; * Establish and monitor defined M&E indicators; ensure data is reviewed and utilized throughout program implementation and provided to senior management team for CLA approaches; * Determine M&E functional responsibilities within SIHSA team and data management responsibilities are supported at district health offices for improved reporting and data comprehension; * Serve as the focal point for M&E and devise strategies with the technical and communication team to ensure consistency in the use of data and quality reporting; * Maintain Activity reporting systems to routinely collect and analyze information on inputs outputs outcomes and impact to ensure cost-effectiveness of select interventions; * Support subcontractors potential grantees private sector and local government partners to identify monitor and report high quality data ensuring timely submissions; * Design M&E approaches and strategies for improved reporting at the district hospital and facility levels; * Work with the Technical Director to devise strategies to increase support for community-level interventions and community oversight and improve the quality of FP/RMNCAH and malaria services at the district level including reporting; * Work as part of the Senior Management Team supporting SIHSA's strategic vision ensuring collaboration between functional areas and supporting effective implementation of activities; * Review and synthesize data with the technical team for strategic information thinking behind reports and all technical deliverables. Qualifications * Master's degree in public health international development statistics epidemiology population sciences or related degree; * Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience working in developing country settings in international health projects in a technical capacity preferably several years with U.S. Government-funded projects; * Demonstrated applied skills in M&E methods and use of data for service strengthening projects/programs; * Demonstrated leadership working with other technical experts in M&E and research in the international community and at the host country level; * Ability to tailor data collection approaches to local needs interests and capabilities; * Ability to convey M&E results to non-technical stakeholders and generate interest in the use of M&E data/results for programmatic improvements; * Strong managerial and supervisory experience required; * Exceptional communication skills particularly on data in written and spoken English required. * Previous experience in the implementation of health or development programs in Sierra Leone and/or the West Africa region is an advantage. * Sierra Leonean nationals strongly encouraged to apply.


UNICEF works in some of the world’s toughest places to reach the world’s most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential. Across 190 countries and territories we work for every child everywhere every day to build a better world for everyone. And we never give up. For every child a chance Moldova has profound demographic social economic and geostrategic challenges all of which contributed to Moldova’s status as one of the poorest countries in Europe. The national social protection system addresses the most critical deprivations mainly due to the comprehensive coverage that the system provides. It comprises key social protection schemes such as social insurance social assistance and social care services. It also guarantees social protection benefits when essential life-cycle risks occur (e.g. old age disability survivor sickness maternity child benefit etc). Nonetheless low benefits levels and high informality leave a considerable number of people behind and excluded from the coverage thus pushing them into poverty. In 2008 a new law introduced the ‘ajutor social’ (AS) and winter allowance a minimum income scheme that aims at reducing poverty in the country. In 2022 a new Law no. 108 was introduced to amend the regulations of Law no. 133/2008 on ‘Ajutor Social’ including winter allowance. Also Government Decision No. 655 of 2022 amended the Regulation regarding the method of establishing and paying ‘Ajutor Social’ and winter allowance. The amendments tightened requirements and eligibility criteria but also increased the benefits level. In the context of the latest modifications presented in the TOR there is a need to identify the best options and scenarios to separate the guaranteed minimum income for children components of 'Ajutor Social' from other components that are paid to adult members of the family and to propose means of ensuring that it is indeed used for the needs of children. How can you make a difference? UNICEF is partnering with the MLSP to conduct a study to generate evidence to i) understand better how the ‘Ajutor Social’ is spent on children and/ or to improve children’s access to services; and ii) inform the ongoing reform of social assistance and the design a new formula for a guaranteed minimum income (GMI) for children and increase access to ‘Ajutor Social’ for children. Objectives of the Study The current socio-economic context and the ongoing inflation and energy price crisis will be taken into account to understand how families with children’s expenses are impacted. The study will assess how Ajutor Social impacts expenditure incurred by families with children. The Primary Objectives Of The Study Are As Follows * Identify what childcare services are used in correlation with 'Ajutor Social' and identify barriers to social public services and goods for children. * Determine to what extent Ajutor Social enables families to make decisions about their welfare and how families spend the funds from 'Ajutor Social'. * To what extent families focus on purchasing of essential services for children and to what extent Ajutor Social increases the purchasing power of beneficiaries enables families to choose goods that best correspond to priorities of children. * Assess the impact of 'Ajutor Social' on the consumption basket of a family with children choices and social behaviour (e.g. use of healthcare education nutrition and food consumption) and to what extent 'Ajutor Social' strengthens the resilience of a family during crises. The assessment will assess the value-added of the 'Ajutor Social’ in tackling the energy and inflation crisis and poverty reduction. * Estimate an average expenditure of families with children and what are share of expenses is spent on children. * Assess the degree to which families who have children with disabilities access cash transfers programmes and identify the main bottlenecks for accessing these. * Provide recommendations for adjusting ‘Ajutor Social’ including programme design for a GMI for children. Develop modalities that ensure adequate spending of the child’s component of the ‘Ajutor Social’ on children's needs only. Identify options where can be stocked the child’s component of Ajutor Social. Details Of How The Work Should Be Delivered The study will be conducted based on a purposive sample of Ajutor Social and winter allowance (APRA) beneficiary families with children (including an agreed percentage of families with children with disabilities) that are included in the Social Assistance Automated Information System (SAAIS) managed by MLSP and ANAS. The sample of families of children with disabilities will be drawn based on the type of disability and background characteristics considered to be relevant for the study. Details on the sample and the methodology to be followed will be developed by the consultant in cooperation with MLSP and UNICEF in the Inception Report. Reporting Requirements The consultant will report to the Social Policy Specialist who will regularly communicate with the consultant and provide feedback and guidance on his/her performance and all other necessary support so to achieve objectives of the consultancy as well as remain aware of any upcoming issues related to consultant’s performance and quality of work. All activities and deliverables undertaken by the consultant shall be discussed and planned in consultation with UNICEF and MLSP. The consultant is expected to deliver each component of the workplan electronically (in Word format) and in English. At each stage the deliverable shall be sent to the Social Policy Specialist by email with the Deputy Representative in copy. Work location and official travel involved The work will require 1 week mission to Chisinau to meet with the national stakeholders and 1 or 2 weeks mission for local travels in order to conduct in-person visits and interviews with the different local government authorities as per their availability. The consultant is expected to cover costs arrange and schedule such visits including transportation. The UNICEF office will facilitate introductions to key informants To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have * Advanced university degree (Masters or PhD) in economics social sciences public policy or international development policy. * Eight years of professional experience in research policy or technical assistance related to social policy and/or social protection. * Experience in qualitative or quantitative data analysis and access to experience fieldwork to support data collection. * Strong knowledge of social protection policy debates and evidence required. * Demonstrated ability to produce clear succinct policy materials. * Previous research experience on cash transfers and disability access to services is an asset. * Demonstrated experience conducting interviews with government officials and the community and familiarity with ethical guidelines when working with human subjects * Experience in Eastern Europe and Central Asia is a strong advantage * Excellent written and oral communication skills in English required knowledge of Romanian and/or Russian would be advantage. For every Child you demonstrate… UNICEF's values of Care Respect Integrity Trust Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS). To view our competency framework please visit here. For more details on deliverables and minimum requirements please refer to attached Terms of reference (ToR) 2023_TOR_Analysis AS expenditures on children.docx HOW TO APPLY: Your online application should contain the Technical Offer and Financial Offer (templates below). Please secure the Financial Proposal *.pdf document with a password on document view; the password will be requested only from technically qualified candidates. Technical Offer.docx Financial Offer.xlsx Applications for this assignment must be received no later than: 18 September 2023 UNICEF is here to serve the world’s most disadvantaged children and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone irrespective of their race/ethnicity age disability gender identity sexual orientation religion nationality socio-economic background or any other personal characteristic. UNICEF offers reasonable accommodation for consultants/individual contractors with disabilities. This may include for example accessible software travel assistance for missions or personal attendants. We encourage you to disclose your disability during your application in case you need reasonable accommodation during the selection process and afterwards in your assignment. UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF including sexual exploitation and abuse sexual harassment abuse of authority and discrimination. UNICEF also adheres to strict child safeguarding principles. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles and will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check. Remarks Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process. Individuals engaged under a consultancy or individual contract will not be considered “staff members” under the Staff Regulations and Rules of the United Nations and UNICEF’s policies and procedures and will not be entitled to benefits provided therein (such as leave entitlements and medical insurance coverage). Their conditions of service will be governed by their contract and the General Conditions of Contracts for the Services of Consultants and Individual Contractors. Consultants and individual contractors are responsible for determining their tax liabilities and for the payment of any taxes and/or duties in accordance with local or other applicable laws. The selected candidate is solely responsible to ensure that the visa (applicable) and health insurance required to perform the duties of the contract are valid for the entire period of the contract. Selected candidates are subject to confirmation of fully-vaccinated status against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid-19) with a World Health Organization (WHO)-endorsed vaccine which must be met prior to taking up the assignment. It does not apply to consultants who will work remotely and are not expected to work on or visit UNICEF premises programme delivery locations or directly interact with communities UNICEF works with nor to travel to perform functions for UNICEF for the duration of their consultancy contracts.


UNICEF works in some of the world’s toughest places to reach the world’s most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential. Across 190 countries and territories we work for every child everywhere every day to build a better world for everyone. And we never give up. For every child a future How can you make a difference? As focal point of administrative management services in a country or sub-country office the incumbent is accountable for delivery of efficient and cost-effective administrative support services providing guidance for operations of administrative support services and management of administrative staff. Ensures the office’s administrative operations and services are in compliance with the organization's administrative policy procedures rules and regulations. Summary Of Key Functions/accountabilities * Policy procedures and strategies As functional focal point accountable for the correct and consistent application of policies and procedures in the assigned administrative functions through the provision of guidance and support to the country office or sub‑office where applicable. * Contributes to strategic planning and monitoring of administrative matters at country/sub-country level as necessary. Provides practical input on implementation of administrative guidelines in close coordination with the head of office operation staff/ supervisor. * Supports supervisor and the head of the office and updates staff on administrative policies procedures rules and regulation. Implements the appropriate application and interpretation of administrative rules regulations policies and procedures. Briefs and assists arriving and departing staff on basic administrative procedures and requirements. * Makes specific recommendations on the improvement of systems and internal controls planning restructuring and resolution of sensitive issues taking into account the prevailing conditions in the locality. * Keeps supervisor abreast of potential problem areas and identifies and recommends solutions. Prepares reports on administrative matters as required. * Budget management Monitors the budget in close coordination with supervisor to ensure that objectives stipulated early in the fiscal year are realized for smooth operations of the office including sub-country (zone) offices and out postings where applicable. * Recommends and prepares estimates on office premises supplies and equipment requirements for budget preparation purposes. Assists zone offices in the establishment and maintenance of administrative services. Prepares monitors and controls the administrative budget. * Administrative support and services Undertakes delivery and improvement in administrative support and office services including space management transport services vehicle use and maintenance equipment conference and travel arrangements document reproduction communications mail and delivery services local procurement and bill payments of utilities. * Ensures the timely and cost-effective provision of basic office services including space management equipment communications and security to enhance staff safety and productivity. * Supports the Inter-Agency Operations Management Team's approaches for enhancing UN common services to attain efficiencies and effectiveness. * Helps negotiate and administer matters relating to office premises utilities and services with vendors and agencies. * Property management Supports property management of administrative supplies office equipment and vehicles updating inventory of items serving as ex-officio member to the Property Survey Board where applicable. Assists supervisor in Property Survey Board submissions preparing minutes of meetings. Assists supervisor in executing PSB recommendations approved by the Head of Office. * Monitors and supervises adequate and appropriate use of supplies. Ensures that services and maintenance of premises are in accordance with organizational standards. * Contract arrangement and control Ensures that all administrative transactions and arrangements of contracts are in compliance with the applicable policies procedures rules and regulations. * Participates in the reviews of the contractual arrangements related to administrative support (i.e. courier premises maintenance ancillary administrative support vehicle maintenance equipment maintenance etc.) to ensure that the terms and conditions of all contracts are being adhered to by providers of services. Proposes to supervisor any changes that may be required. * Monitors payments against contractual obligations. * Staff learning and development Collaborates on the development of training activities to ensure effective performance in administrative services management. Implements effective staff learning and development programme activities for capacity building. Helps organize workshops for staff’s competency building and staff learning and development. * Partnership coordination and collaboration As required under direction of the supervisor collaborates with other agencies local authorities and implementing partners on administrative matters including information exchange and harmonization. * Performs any other duties and responsibilities assigned as required. To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have… * University degree in social sciences business management administration finance or any other relevant field of discipline. * One year of relevant professional work experience in office management administration finance accounting ICT human resources supply or any other relevant function. * Strong experience in leading and managing a team including providing oversight for administrative-related support to field offices is required. * Relevant professional experience in Inter-Agency collaboration administration and management of UN common premises including information exchange and harmonization to attain efficiencies and effectiveness is a great asset. * Relevant professional experience with any UN agency is an asset. * Work experience in emergency duty station. * Fluency in English and Nepali local language is required. Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic Chinese French Russian or Spanish). For every Child you demonstrate... UNICEF’s Core Values of Care Respect Integrity Trust and Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF Values UNICEF Competencies Required For This Post Are… * Builds and maintains partnerships (2) Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness (3) Drive to achieve results for impact (4) Innovates and embraces change (5) Manages ambiguity and complexity (6) Thinks and acts strategically (7) Works collaboratively with others (8) Nurtures leads and manages people During the recruitment process we test candidates following the competency framework. Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels: competency framework here. UNICEF is here to serve the world’s most disadvantaged children and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone irrespective of their race/ethnicity age disability gender identity sexual orientation religion nationality socio-economic background or any other personal characteristic. We offer a wide range of benefits to our staff including paid parental leave breastfeeding breaks and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working arrangements. UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF including sexual exploitation and abuse sexual harassment abuse of authority and discrimination. UNICEF is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children. All selected candidates will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check. UNICEF’s active commitment towards diversity and inclusion is critical to deliver the best results for children. For this position eligible and suitable female candidates are encouraged to apply. UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance. Issuance of a visa by the host country of the duty station which will be facilitated by UNICEF is required for IP positions. Appointments are also subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid). Government employees that are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government before taking up an assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment without compensation if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained or necessary inoculation requirements are not met within a reasonable period for any reason. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.