PROGRAMME ASSISTANT - MONITORING & EVALUATION

ASARECA Transforming Agriculture for Improved Livelihoods
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

The Association for Strengthening Agricultural Research in Eastern and Central Africa (ASARECA) is a not-for-profit sub-regional organization established in 1994 through a Memorandum of Agreement signed between the 10 national agricultural research institutions (NARIs) of Eastern and Central African countries that include Burundi, DR Congo, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Kenya, Madagascar, Rwanda, Sudan, Tanzania and Uganda. ASARECA'S mission is promoting economic growth, fighting poverty, reducing hunger and enhancing resources through regional collective action in agricultural research for development. It aims at increasing the efficiency of agricultural research in the region so as to enhance productivity, value added and competitiveness of the regional agricultural system

POSITION 001/11 - PROGRAMME ASSISTANT - MONITORING & EVALUATION
We are seeking to recruit for a Programme Assistant -Monitoring and Evaluation, The Programme Assistant, working closely with the Senior Technical Officer will assist, among other tasks, in preparing the annual Monitoring & Evaluation work plan and budget. The job holder will, inter alia.

• Receive and review periodic reports from different stakeholders (especially the Principal Investigators) and provide feedback on their quality
• Collate draft performance reports from programmes into a comprehensive AS ARE CA-wide report for review by the Senior Technical Officer.
• Work closely with the Administrative Assistants in arranging for workshops and other out-of-the-office related activities
• Participate in field visits for projects performance monitoring and to guide stakeholders appropriately, especially with regards to data quality
• To carry out preliminary analysis on the availed data to help managers make informed decisions
• Follow up on implementation of the M&E framework
• Assist programme manager in facilitating workshop, as well as act as raporteur in selected Programme workshops and meetings.

Job requirement

Qualifications and Competence:

The person will have an MSc in Agricultural Economics, natural resource management or a related field He/she should also have the following skills: excellent planning and coordination; qualitative and quantitative data analysis; progress report writing; basic financial management; communication; representation and presentation. He/ she must be computer savvy, specifically in MS Office suite of packages.

A working knowledge of the external environment particularly in terms of priorities, programmes and expectation from the various stakeholders (policy makers, regional and international institutions, i.e. COMESA, NEPAD-CAADP, FARA, AU, UN, CGIAR etc) as well as good knowledge of donor priorities and requirements will be an added advantage
Duration
This contract will be initially for a period of two years, renewable subject to annual performance review and availability of funding.

Remuneration and other Benefits
The remuneration package is comparable to those offered by similar organisations and includes a competitive salary, medical insurance for self and family, allowances as well as an excellent support for career progression.

How to apply

Method of Application
Applicants should send an application letter clearly demonstrating their suitability in meeting the qualifications, experience and the required competences, A copy of an up-to-date curriculum vitae and names of three referees and their complete addresses - postal, telephone, fax and email. Deadline for receiving applications will be 16 April 2011 and should be addressed to.

The Head of HR & Administration
P. O. Box 765, Entebbe, Uganda.
E-mail: HR@ASARECA.ORG
ASARECA is committed to Gender Mainstreaming.
For more information about us. visit htlp://www.asareca.org

African Union Employment Opportunities

Head of Security and Safety Division	P5	10000769	Directorate for Administration and Human Resources Development	May.24.2011
Deputy Head of Security and Safety Services Division	P4	10000770	Directorate for Administration and Human Resources Development	May.24.2011
Director for Political Affairs	D1	10001223	Political Affairs	May.20.2011
Senior Policy Officer (HR Capacity Building and Youth Development)	P3	10001525	Human Resources, Science & Technology	May.16.2011
Programme Officer (Coordination & Outreach)	P2	10000471	Directorate of Women, Gender and Development	May.16.2011
Production and Marketing Officer	P3	10001429	SAFGRAD Office	May.16.2011
Policy Officer, Livestock and Fisheries	P2	10001401	Rural Economy and Agriculture	May.16.2011
Documentalist	P1		Multiple Offices	Apr.20.2011
Legal Officer (Institutional Legal Affairs)	P2	10000523	Office of the Legal Counsel	Apr.20.2011
Political Officer – Humanitarian Affairs, Refugees, Returnees & Displaced Persons	P2	10001239	Department of Political Affairs	Apr.20.2011
Regional Desk Officer	P2	10001137	Peace and Security	Apr.20.2011
Secretary to the AU Commission on International Law	p4	10000517	Office of the Legal Counsel	Apr.20.2011
Senior Policy Officer ( Division of Rural Economy )	P3	10001398	Rural Economy & Agriculture	Apr.20.2011
Political Officer in Charge of Financial, Legal Instruments and other Matters Related to Counter-Terrorism.	P2		Peace and Security Department	Apr.11.2011
Laboratory Technician	P2		AU- Pan African Veterinary Vaccine Centre	Mar.31.2011
Secretary Arabic	(GSA4)		African Court on Human and Peoples’ Rights	Mar.31.2011
Secretaire Portuguese	(GSA4)		African Court on Human and Peoples’ Rights	Mar.31.2011
ICT Specialist	P2		African Court on Human and Peoples’ Rights	Mar.31.2011
Interpreter/Translator–Arabic	P4		Registry, African Court on Human and Peoples’ Rights	Mar.31.2011
Interpreter/Translator - French	p4		Registry, African Court on Human and Peoples’ Rights	Mar.31.2011

African Union Employment Opportunities

Head of Security and Safety Division	P5	10000769	Directorate for Administration and Human Resources Development	May.24.2011
Deputy Head of Security and Safety Services Division	P4	10000770	Directorate for Administration and Human Resources Development	May.24.2011
Director for Political Affairs	D1	10001223	Political Affairs	May.20.2011
Senior Policy Officer (HR Capacity Building and Youth Development)	P3	10001525	Human Resources, Science & Technology	May.16.2011
Programme Officer (Coordination & Outreach)	P2	10000471	Directorate of Women, Gender and Development	May.16.2011
Production and Marketing Officer	P3	10001429	SAFGRAD Office	May.16.2011
Policy Officer, Livestock and Fisheries	P2	10001401	Rural Economy and Agriculture	May.16.2011
Documentalist	P1		Multiple Offices	Apr.20.2011
Legal Officer (Institutional Legal Affairs)	P2	10000523	Office of the Legal Counsel	Apr.20.2011
Political Officer – Humanitarian Affairs, Refugees, Returnees & Displaced Persons	P2	10001239	Department of Political Affairs	Apr.20.2011
Regional Desk Officer	P2	10001137	Peace and Security	Apr.20.2011
Secretary to the AU Commission on International Law	p4	10000517	Office of the Legal Counsel	Apr.20.2011
Senior Policy Officer ( Division of Rural Economy )	P3	10001398	Rural Economy & Agriculture	Apr.20.2011
Political Officer in Charge of Financial, Legal Instruments and other Matters Related to Counter-Terrorism.	P2		Peace and Security Department	Apr.11.2011
Laboratory Technician	P2		AU- Pan African Veterinary Vaccine Centre	Mar.31.2011
Secretary Arabic	(GSA4)		African Court on Human and Peoples’ Rights	Mar.31.2011
Secretaire Portuguese	(GSA4)		African Court on Human and Peoples’ Rights	Mar.31.2011
ICT Specialist	P2		African Court on Human and Peoples’ Rights	Mar.31.2011
Interpreter/Translator–Arabic	P4		Registry, African Court on Human and Peoples’ Rights	Mar.31.2011
Interpreter/Translator - French	p4		Registry, African Court on Human and Peoples’ Rights	Mar.31.2011

Investment Officer - Investment & Trading Room Division

• Grade: PL-6
• Position N°: NA
• Reference: ADB/020/11
• Publication date: 21/03/2011
• Closing date: 21/04/2011

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Objectives

The role of the Investments Division is to manage all the Bank Group’s Treasury assets with the objective of capital preservation, profitability and liquidity maintenance in accordance with the Bank Group’s specific investment guidelines. Currently, the Bank Group manages approximately USD 17 Billion of funds mainly in the SDR component currencies (US dollar, Japanese Yen, Pounds Sterling and Euro) and ZAR for several entities and accounts such as: the African Development Bank (ADB), the African Development Fund (ADF), the Nigeria Trust Fund (NTF), the Heavily Indebted Poor Countries (HIPC) Initiative etc.

Duties and responsibilities

Under the supervision of the Division Manager, FTRY.3, the incumbent will carry out the following functions:

• Participate in the management of the Bank’s assets versus a specific benchmark or fixed liability schedule with the objective of capital preservation, profitability and liquidity maintenance in accordance with the Investment Guidelines of the specific fund;
• Determine the optimal asset allocation to maximise risk-adjusted returns through the identification and recommendation of investment products and trading strategies;
• Assist in the execution of FX transactions and money market management;
• Conduct scenario analysis and stress testing of investment proposals and strategies;
• Perform credit analysis on financial institutions and asset backed securities (ABS/MBS);
• Provide periodic oral and written reports to management on capital and credit market developments;
• Participate in the review of the Bank Group’s investment management framework, financial policies, guidelines, benchmarks and procedures;
• Provide advisory services and technical assistance to African Central Banks and other financial institutions on fixed income investment management;

Selection Criteria

Including desirable skills, knowledge and experience

• At least a Master's degree in Finance, Economics or Statistics or related disciplines; a professional qualification in one of these fields is an added advantage;
• A minimum of 4 years of relevant and practical experience in International Capital Markets;
• Strong knowledge and understanding of financial instruments, particularly, bonds, ABS, MBS, derivatives, structured products and risk management concepts;
• Proven credit analysis and financial modelling skills;
• Experience in dealing in fast paced environment and under stress;
• Familiarity with Treasury systems such as Reuters Dealing, Summit, Numerix and Bloomberg add-ins;
• Ability to work as a team player with excellent interpersonal skills;
• Command of standard computer software applications;
• Communicate and write effectively in French and/or English, with a good working knowledge of the other language.

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• Submitted by: Mohamed Youssouf, Division Manager, CHRM.1
• Approved by: Gemina Archer-Davies, Director, CHRM

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Only applicants who fully meet the Bank's requirements and are being considered for interview will be contacted. Applicants will only be considered if they submit an online application, and attach a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV). The AfDB President reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level. The African Development Bank is an equal opportunities employer and female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply: www.afdb.org/jobs

Principal Translator – Reviser - French Translation Division

• Grade: PL-4
• Position N°: NA
• Reference: ADB/11/026
• Publication date: 28/03/2011
• Closing date: 28/04/2011

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Objectives

The primary role of the Language Services Department is to ensure, as required by the Bank’s Agreement, the accessibility in the two working languages of the Bank (English and French, and on occasion Arabic and Portuguese) during key meetings organized by the Bank and for all documents submitted to Senior Management and governing bodies of the Bank, with a view to efficient decision-making aimed at the achievement of the Bank’s mission. To this end, high priority will be accorded to ensuring an accurate and effective flow of communication within the Bank, and also between the Bank, its shareholders, development partners and the public at large, through the translation, interpretation and terminological services provided by the Department.

The specific objective of the French Translation Division (CLSD.2) is to ensure quality translation of all Bank documents into French, as well as the editing in French of key documents such as the Bank Group Annual Report.

Duties and responsibilities

Under the supervision of the Division Manager CLSD2, the incumbent:

• Translates into French from English, without revision;
• Revises translations of complex, technical and sensitive documents covering the full range of the Bank’s work, namely: reports of an economic and financial nature, statements from Senior Management, audit reports, planning and programming documents, project appraisal reports, legal documents, etc.;
• Must aim at a high standard of accuracy, faithfulness to the spirit, style and nuances of the original;
• Observes established terminology and usage and ensures consistency among individual translators working on the same document;
• Advises on language matters and proposes improvements to the translation process;
• Coaches, counsels, and assists less experienced translators and helps to develop the Department’s terminology base;
• Participates in working groups on various issues related to the business of the Bank in general, and that of the Division in particular;
• Perform other duties as may be assigned by the Supervisor.

Selection Criteria

Including desirable skills, knowledge and experience

• Possess a master’s degree in translation. Additional qualifications in any other discipline relevant to the business of the African Development Bank Group would be an added advantage;
• Have at least 6 years practical experience in professional translation (particularly in finance and/or law), at least 3 of which (for external candidates) should have been spent working in or with an international organization (preferably in multilateral development banks);
• Have extensive general knowledge and be able to quickly adapt to a complex multicultural environment;
• Possess excellent writing skills and a sound mastery of various language standards;
• Be able to quickly blend into, and maintain a smooth working relationship with a multilingual team;
• Be able to work efficiently under stress;
• Have a sound knowledge of, and be able to use modern Computer-Assisted Translation tools (Trados, Multitrans, etc.);
• Be conversant with all the standard software used in the Bank to be able to revise directly and independently on the computer.

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• Submitted by: Mohamed Youssouf, Division Manager, CHRM.1
• Approved by: Gemina ARCHER-DAVIES, Director, CHRM

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Only applicants who fully meet the Bank's requirements and are being considered for interview will be contacted. Applicants will only be considered if they submit an online application, and attach a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV). The AfDB President reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level. The African Development Bank is an equal opportunities employer and female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply: www.afdb.org/jobs

Principal Interpreter - Interpretation Division

• Grade: PL-4
• Position N°: NA
• Reference: ADB/11/025
• Publication date: 28/03/2011
• Closing date: 28/04/2011

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Objectives

9The primary role of the Language Services Department is to ensure, as required by the Bank’s Agreement, the accessibility in the two working languages of the Bank (English and French, and on occasion Arabic and Portuguese) during key meetings organized by the Bank and for all documents submitted to Senior Management and governing bodies of the Bank, with a view to efficient decision-making aimed at the achievement of the Bank’s mission. To this end, high priority will be accorded to ensuring an accurate and effective flow of communication within the Bank, and also between the Bank, its shareholders, development partners and the public at large, through the translation, interpretation and terminological services provided by the Department.

The specific objective of the Interpretation Division is to provide high standard interpretation in English and French, as well as Arabic and Portuguese as required, in the simultaneous, consecutive and teleconferencing modes, as the circumstance may require, at major Bank meetings, as well as at other meetings and conferences in which the Bank may have an interest, and at which its assistance in this area may be required.

Duties and responsibilities

Under the responsibility of the Manager of the Interpretation Division , the Principal Interpreter shall be required to perform the following:

• Provides faithful, appropriate and well-delivered interpretation (simultaneous and consecutive) in the active languages, English and French, finding instant solutions to problems of expression, terminology, accent, speed of delivery etc. in the active language;
• Covers meetings such as the Boards of Governors Meetings, Boards of Directors and all related meetings, Administrative Tribunal, ADF negotiations, Interviews, Seminars, Training sessions and meetings with other international organizations among others;
• Makes proposals to the Division Manager in respect of the above;
• Assists the Division Manager in the formulation and implementation of appropriate policies in Interpretation;
• Leads and coordinates interpretation teams covering certain Bank meetings and/or teams dispatched on missions outside the Bank. Prepares reports on the performance of interpreters and other issues;
• Acts for the Division Manager and in that capacity plans, organizes, leads and supervises all the activities of the Division;
• Can be called upon to perform other interpretation related ad hoc duties.

Selection Criteria

Including desirable skills, knowledge and experience

• At least a Master’s degree in interpretation from a recognized Interpretation School or Institution
• Must have a double A in English and French or a very strong B in the other language. Ability to interpret from /into a third language (Portuguese and/or Arabic) is an added advantage
• Preferably 6 years of practical experience in Interpretation of which at least 3 in an international organization and preferably in an international development finance institution
• Good leadership skills
• Good sense of inter-professional relations
• Capacity to work under pressure and to work in or lead a team
• Knowledge of standard Bank software, namely Word, Excel and Power Point

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• Submitted by: Mohamed Youssouf, Manager, CHRM.1
• Approved by: Gemina Archer-Davies, Director, CHRM

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Only applicants who fully meet the Bank's requirements and are being considered for interview will be contacted. Applicants will only be considered if they submit an online application, and attach a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV). The AfDB President reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level. The African Development Bank is an equal opportunities employer and female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply: www.afdb.org/jobs

Principal Country Economist (Chad) - Country & Regional Programs & Policy (Central Region)

• Grade: PL-4
• Position N°: NA
• Reference: ADB/11/027
• Publication date: 01/04/2011
• Closing date: 22/04/2011

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Objectives

The key work objectives of the Country Department include, among others:

• Developing and implementing the Country Assistance Strategy, and Regional Integration Strategy, making strategic choices, and developing partnerships with relevant stakeholders, for the overall implementation of the agreed program of activities and quality services;
• Leading the Bank's dialogue and maintaining strong partnerships with relevant public authorities, development partners, civil society, media, private sector and other stakeholders;
• Assuming responsibility for the outcomes identified in the country strategy prepared for client countries, in coordination with operations staff, sector technical staff and the country management team;
• Promoting and enhancing aid efficiency and effectiveness in countries covered by the Department by fostering the reduction of transaction costs, harmonization of aid arrangements and the use of country procedures and systems.
• Identifying opportunities and developing work programs and quality sectorial strategies, based on the Country Assistance Strategy and Regional Integration Strategy, consistent with the demand of clients and taking into account country-specific contexts;
• Overseeing portfolio management and quality issues, collaborating with clients and country teams to address implementation problems and working to achieve sound results on the ground;
• Developing and maintaining good relations between the Bank and RMCs to ensure that the Bank is fully apprised of the needs of member countries and that the latter are, in turn, informed of the range of products and services available at the Bank;
• Steering dialogue with country authorities on economic policies, cross-cutting and governance issues for the evaluation of country performance and support for the effective implementation of the country's development strategy.
• Leading collaboration and Bank programs with the Regional Economic Communities and other regional and sub-regional organizations to support enhanced economic and pro-poor development through regional integration and other initiatives such as those designed to improve trade and infrastructure.

Duties and responsibilities

Under the overall supervision of the Director of the Regional Department, the Principal Country Economist will focus on macroeconomic work to deepen country knowledge, preparation of Economic and Sector Work (ESW) and coordination of the Country Strategy Paper and other relevant documents (mid-term review, completion report, etc.). In the event that the macroeconomic work on a given country requires the services of more than one (1) economist, the Principal Country Economist is supported by other economists drawn from the Economic and Financial Management Division of the Sector Operations Vice-Presidency. The Principal Country Economist will be assigned to the Chad Field Office. He/she will work closely with the Resident Representative and report to the Country & Regional Director. The Principal Country Economist will work under the direct technical supervision of the Lead Economist.

Specific duties

Analyse the economic and financial situations of Regional Member Countries (RMCs) assigned to him/her, using internal and external sources of information, and determine the impact on the programming and updating of the Bank Group's operations as defined in the Country Strategy Papers (CSP);

Coordinate the preparation of Country Strategy Papers (CSP) and participate in the development of regional integration strategies (RISP), based on poverty reduction strategies, and/or the government's development programme and the integration strategies of the Regional Economic Communities concerned;

Conduct relevant economic and sector work to support the preparation and implementation of CSPs and RISPs;

Analyse the results and impact of the Bank Group's operations in the countries concerned and the results of regional economic integration programmes and make recommendations on the role of the Bank Group in supporting regional integration initiatives;

Provide leadership to the country team and establish effective communication with the sector departments and other relevant units of the Bank, to ensure a coordinated approach to the implementation of the Bank's strategy and operations in Chad and in any other country that could be assigned to him/her;

Provide technical support to the Resident Representative and the Director in policy dialogue with the Government, development partners and other stakeholders, including active participation in the design and implementation of operations to support multi-sector or sector reforms, and Thematic Groups, in collaboration with relevant sector departments;

Assist the Resident Representative in coordination activities with the assistance of development partners, focusing on the promotion of project and programme co-financing;

Ensure coordination and play the role of spokesperson on economic issues;

Support the Country Portfolio Manager in implementing the Bank's operations portfolio in Chad and any other country that may be assigned to him/her, as well as in regional projects implemented by Regional Economic Communities, in collaboration with sector departments;

Participate in country portfolio reviews;

Design and establish high-level client relationships, and promote the creation of new avenues for cooperation between the Bank and the country;

Provide technical and practical advice and guidance to senior country economists to improve the quality of their work;

Participate in the development of new approaches, procedures and techniques to improve the quality of projects and programmes in support of sector departments;

Participate in preparing the department's budget and the recruitment of consultants;

Prepare clear briefs on the economic and political situation and the implementation of the Bank's intervention strategy in the country; and

Perform all other activities assigned by the Regional Director.

Selection Criteria

Including desirable skills, knowledge and experience

At least a Master’s degree (or equivalent) in economics or related fields;

At least five (6) years of relevant working experience in a development institution;

Superior written and verbal communication skills in English and/or French (with a working knowledge of the other language)

Knowledge of ICT and software used in the Bank.

Experience in working with teams of economists and creating a supportive work environment

Ability to communicate and defend, orally and in writing, difficult issues and positions (in a hostile environment, as required) before the Bank's Senior Management and government officials;

Ability to work effectively in a matrix management environment, both as team leader and team member;

Ability to work conscientiously in a multicultural environment and establish effective working relationships with clients and colleagues

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Climate Change Programme Officer

WWF Madagascar/West Indian Ocean Programme Office is looking for a Climate Change Programme Officer. This position is based in Antananarivo.

I. Mission of the Departement

To develop and implement the WWF MWIOPO conservation strategy and plan in accordance with national and regional policies of the Madagascar and Western Indian Ocean islands region, and in compliance with WWF’s Global Programme Framework and programme and projects management standards.

II. Major Functions

- Develop WWF programs’ capacity and knowledge to capture climate change in conservation and develop appropriate and effective response to cope with its impacts.

- Support the Program in all issues related to climate change adaptation.

- Ensure effective implementation of climate change projects in accordance with the overall strategy of the Programme (WWF MWIOPO Conservation Plan and Adaptation Action Plan) and in synergy with the other WWF projects/programmes

- Coordinate a regional network of climate change adaptation practionners within the WWF Africa and Madagascar Programme.

III. Major Duties and Responsabilities :

Technical Aspects

Madagascar and WIO Climate Change Adaptation Programme :

- Support the Program in the development, planning and implementation of climate change adaptation projects;

- Support the Program in the development of new initiatives contributing to the achievement of the Conservation Plan and the Climate Change Adaptation Action Plan and develop proposals to be submitted to the donors;

- Build and reinforce WWF staff capacity and knowledge on climate change, its impacts and responses especially adaptation;

- Promote the integration of the climate change adaptation in all WWF projects;

- Support the (i) the gathering, compiling and communication of climate change information, knowledge and scientific data, especially those related to Madagascar and the West Indian Ocean region and (ii) the development of a comprehensive data base on climate change adaptation;

- Support the Geographic Information System Unit in the integration of the climate change issue in the priority-setting process and analysis;

- In close collaboration with the Footprint Program Coordinator, who holds the lead on climate change mitigation, represent WWF in the National Committee on Climate Change,

- Ensure the development and smooth running of workshops, conferences, seminars and any other form of meetings related to climate change adaptation;

- Inform the Program on current issues and trends regarding climate change, and climate change-related research;

- Support Project Officer to ensure that climate change projects are planned and implemented according to WWF project management standards;

- Represent the Programme in meetings with partners, when appropriate.

Coordination with key offices of the Africa and Madagascar Climate Change Adaptation Network, initially focusing on the ESA region (ESARPO and CEA):

- Conduct an inventory and develop a database of WWF people and projects working on climate change adaptation in the region

- Plan and lead an assessment of state of knowledge, capacity and gaps of selected WWF programs and country offices

- Lead in the development of a regional strategy and workplan to support climate change adaptation development and integration into WWF programs

- Develop tools and means to facilitate learning and exchange (website, listserves, newsletter, meetings, etc.) within the Africa and Madagascar Climate Change Adaptation Network

- Keep abreast of new developments in the field of climate change adaptation (methodologies, tools, funding opportunities, training opportunities, policy) and ensure appropriate dissemination to network members.

- Maintain close and regular contact with climate change adaptation focal points in WWF offices in the region and within the larger WWF global network (NCAT, ELAN) as well as with other appropriate fora outside WWF.

Administrative and Financial aspects

- Support the Climate Change Programme staff to ensure that climate change projects are planned, implemented and reviewed according to WWF standards on administrative and financial management;

- Contribute to efforts to ensure adequate funding for climate adaptation work in MWIOPO and for support to the Madagascar and Africa Climate Change Adaptation Network

- Ensure the quality and timeliness of annual, bi-annual and quarterly work plans for climate change projects and the regional network and ensure coordination with other WWF projects;

- Ensure the quality and timeliness of quarterly, bi-annual and annual technical reports to donors and WWF International;

- Maintain a regular communication with donors, respond to their requests and provide support in the organization of their visits to Madagascar;

- Ensure the follow-up of all contracts (providers, consultants and researchers), establish and monitor the budgets;

- With the support of the Project Support Officer, monitor the financial health of the projects: funding status, budgets, financial reports, burn-rate;

- Supervise the climate change projects staff;

- Contribute to the preparation and the coordination of the internal and external evaluation of climate change projects.

IV. Profile :

Required Qualifications and experiences:

- At least 5 year-experience in applied researches related to climate change adaptation;

- At least Masters Degree in Biology, Agronomy, Forestry, Earth Science or equivalent;

- Strong computer skills (Word, Excel, E- mail); background on database management and GIS tools (Arcview, ArcGIS etc) would be an asset.

Required Skills and Competencies:

- Strong analysis, conceptualization and long term vision capacity; proven experience in the design, implementation, and direction of complex and diverse projects, encompassing multiple programs;

- Proven capacity to generate successful collaboration with partner institutions;

- Excellent communication and writing skills in French and English;

- Capacity to work in a multidisciplinary team;

- Willingness to travel frequently (up to 30% of time) in the Region for work-related meetings.

V. Supervisory Responsibilities
- Provide supportive supervision and monitoring of program staff;

- Support capacity-building plans

- Conduct annual performance reviews according to WWF procedures

- Identify a potential successor(s), develop and implement a succession plan with a transition within 2-3 years.

VI. Working Relationships

Internal:

- Diana Coordinator, CC Technical Assistant, CC Project Officer;

- Others program coordinators;

- Others projects officers.

- WWF MWIOPO Senior Management Team

- WWF Africa and Madagascar team, WWF country focal points

- WWF National Organizations involved in climate change adaptation

- NCAT (Network Climate Adaptation Team); ELAN (Ecosystems and Livelihoods Adaptation Network),

External :

- Climate change adaptation fora as appropriate

- Climate change authorities in Madagascar

- Donors

Applications should be sent to WWF – Human Resources Department, Près Lot II M 85 Ter Antsakaviro, 101 Antananarivo - Madagascar or by electronic mail at recruitment@wwf.mg by April 11, 2011 with the mention “Climate Change Programme Officer” and should be composed of a signed cover letter, a detailed resume (*) with photo and a telephone number for quick contact.

(*)Specific templates for cover letter and resume are to be requested by e-mail to recruitment@wwf.mg with the mention “Request of template”.

African Agricultural Technology Foundation Vacancies

Programme Officer Agribusiness

S/he will be responsible for providing and supporting innovative business solutions in the AATF business processes through assisting in coming up with feasibility and baseline studies, impact assessments, deployment and commercialization of agricultural technologies, value chain analysis and creating market linkages across AATF projects.

The ideal candidate should possess a Master’s Degree or equivalent in Economics, Agricultural Economics, Business, Agribusiness or related field. She/ he should have at least 3 years of relevant experience at the national or international level in providing business and management development services

Programme Officer Seeds System

S/he will be manage assignments and tasks related to technical activities in the Seed Systems Unit, including project data entry, in-depth analysis and interpretation, preparation of technical reports and project proposals, including editing, proof-reading for correctness and formatting of documents

The ideal candidate should possess a minimum of a B.Sc. in Agriculture and preferably a Master’s degree in Agricultural Sciences. She/ he should have at least 3 years of relevant experience at the national or international level. Experience in the usage of computers, office software packages, and experience in handling of web based management systems.

Legal Assistant

S/he will assist the Legal Counsel in the preparation of consultancy contracts, contract lifecycle management, organization of Project Intellectual Property, management of the AATF Technology and Innovation Support Centre, maintenance and update of the Contracts Database.

The ideal candidate should possess a Diploma in Business Administration & Management.

Certified Public Secretary (CPS) and a University degree will be an advantage. Training and experience in contract preparation and intellectual property will be an advantage. She/ he should have minimum 3 years experience in similar functions with reputable national or international organizations or Law firm.

Knowledge of French is desirable

Please see detailed job descriptions in the AATF website: www.aatf-africa.org

These are Nationally Recruited Staff (NRS) positions based in Nairobi and are on a 2-year renewable contract subject to individual performance and availability of funds. Salary and benefits will be in line with those provided within AATF’s NRS scheme.

Interested candidates are requested to submit their application letters and curriculum vitae by email not later than 8th April 2011 to: Email: aatf-hr@aatf-africa.org.

Country Representative

Reports To: Ashoka Regional Director/Diamond Leader

The role of the Country Representative (CR) is to work closely with the Regional Director (RD) by serving as the functional head of the Ashoka Arab World Office. These tasks range from the long- and short-term mechanics and logistics of running the office to ensuring the implementation of larger strategy objectives.

In conjunction with the RD, the CR will supervise and oversee all Ashoka Arab World programs. These include, but will not be limited to: Development; Venture; Fellowship; Media and Marketing; Internship and Volunteering. On the local level, the CR is responsible for writing a performance plan at the beginning of the year that lays out the yearly office goals. The CR will communicate with the Program Officers on a regular basis to ensure that the office is on track in regards to final deliverables.

The CR must also oversee budgeting and spending, ensuring that the office adheres to the budget set forth at the beginning of the year, following up with each program four times a year to make sure the budgetary needs have not changed drastically.

The CR will also be responsible for fundraising activities, and in this capacity the CR is to reach out to potential donors, utilizing using his/her contacts to expand Ashoka’s support network. In addition to reaching out to new sources of funding, the CR will maintain relationships with current donors in order to promote continued involvement. Additionally, the CR will oversee regular monitoring and event follow-up reports sent to donors. The CR will work with the RD and Development Officer to spearhead local fundraising efforts and events.

Regionally, the CR will facilitate conversation and meetings with other Ashoka Country Representatives in each Ashoka Regional Office. These meetings are intended to clarify regional goals and serve as a forum to exchange best practices and ideas. The CR will attend an annual regional strategy meeting, where regional strategy goals will be decided, and will implement the strategy in the local office.

Finally, the CR is the focal point between Ashoka Arab World and its Regional Advisory Board. The CR will attend 2 meetings a year with the Board, and be responsible for ongoing engagement. These meetings will serve both as brainstorming and strategizing sessions for Ashoka Arab World.
A successful candidate must be flexible, have the ability to work and multi-task in a fast paced environment, and be entrepreneurial. The CR must also be able to work within both business and social sectors.

Qualifications: Please read carefully, as those who do not meet requirements will not be considered

Experience:
• 10 years of relevant experience is required in managing a team of at least 10 individuals
• Experience working with international organizations
• Proven development and Fundraising experience on an international level
• Experience with organizational strategic planning

Other Qualifications:
• Entrepreneurial, a leader, independent with sound judgment, service oriented, excellent communication skills, excellent writing skills, flexible.

• Must be of Arab origin

Please send a cover letter and resume to Ashoka Arab World Office at recruiting@ashoka-arab.org

Executive Assistant

Background:
Ashoka’s mission is to create a competitive, entrepreneurial, and globally integrated citizen sector and to develop the profession of social entrepreneurship. Since 1981, Ashoka has identified, invested, and brought together more than 2000 leading social entrepreneurs in more than 62 countries around the world.

In the present political and social state in many of the countries of the Arab World, Ashoka is well placed to help leading social entrepreneurs step forward with leadership and ideas for a more open, developed, and promising future.

Ashoka’s roll-out plan in Egypt and the Arab world has built on the methodology we have developed and refined while launching 70 other countries, including the Arab World Regional Office in 2003.

Compensation: Stipend for a one year term

Reports To: Ashoka Regional Director (RD)

Office hours:
9 am to 5 pm (unless assigned to stay later fulfilling work requirements)

Working days:
Five working days from Sunday till Thursday where Friday and Saturday are off (unless assigned to attend on weekends fulfilling work requirements)

Tasks:
General tasks: The Executive Assistant provides continuous unconditional support to the RD in helping her achieve her objectives and goals, especially, when she is outside the office due to work travels or other activities. This post calls for flexibility, excellent interpersonal skills, project coordination experience, and the ability to work well with all levels of internal management and staff, as well as outside partners.

Specific tasks:
1. Correspondence:

a. Coordinate and follow-up on all correspondence between the RD and Ashoka Global, other Ashoka country offices, partners, other external parties and the staff of the office.

b. Send out specific RD's emails to appropriate Ashoka Arab World staff members, as requested by the RD.

c. Type and send out specific correspondence to appropriate internal and external audiences, only as requested by the Regional Director.

2. Scheduling: Schedule and coordinate the RD’s appointments and meetings in collaboration with the Executive Secretary.

3. Communication: Draft under the direction of the RD, emails, letters, presentations, etc (as requested by her), to donors, partners, external parties, Ashoka Global, and others.

4. Meetings: Take notes on and follow up with action items after all meetings of RD

5. Research: Prepare research briefs on potential investors and partners, Fellows, and various other topics under direction of the Regional Director and as requested by her.

6. Traveling: Handle the Regional Director's travel logistics, travel reports, per diems, etc, in collaboration with the Administration officer and the Executive Secretary.

7. Filing: Organize the Regional Director's files in hard and soft copies. Also, file the Regional Director's personal things. Organize and update the files on the RD's computer and laptop and ensure that all proposals, reports and other important documents are on her computer, laptop and flashdrives.

8. Perform other tasks assigned by the Regional Director.

Qualifications:
Education: B.A. in a relevant field
Experience: 2 years of relevant field experience is required

Required Skills:
• Excellent writing skills
• Excellent communication (written and oral) skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft applications including Word, Excel, Power Point, etc
• Strong conceptual and analytical skills
• Excellent organization and problem-solving skills
• Ability to multitask
• Great attention to detail

The Person:
• Must be creative within her/his scope of work and very resourceful in problem solving
• Must understand Ashoka’s vision and work.
• Must demonstrate her/his commitment with social change.
• Must be a deeply trustworthy person.
• Must be service-oriented and flexible.
• Must be detail-oriented and able to manage multiple high-priority tasks at once.
• Must be a team player with a high level of commitment.
• Must maintain cooperative working relationships and interact with others in a helpful, courteous and friendly manner.
• Must demonstrate sensitivity to, and respect for, a diverse population and be able to work with persons of different cultural and ethnic backgrounds across all areas of the world.

Work Conditions:
• Applicant must be willing to work in the office 70% of the time, and in the field 30% of the time.
• We work normal office hours (9 a.m. until 5 p.m., five days a week) 50-60% of the time.
• We work until 6 or 7 p.m. at least 20 % of the time.
• During major events, we work until 8 or 9 p.m. (25 % of the time)
• Sometimes, we work during holidays, if necessary. (10% of the time)

Send your RESUME and COVER LETTER to Ashoka Arab World Office at recruiting@ashoka-arab.org

Executive Secretary

Background:
Ashoka’s mission is to create a competitive, entrepreneurial, and globally integrated citizen sector and to develop the profession of social entrepreneurship. Since 1981, Ashoka has identified, invested, and brought together more than 2000 leading social entrepreneurs in more than 62 countries around the world.

In the present political and social state in many of the countries of the Arab World, Ashoka is well placed to help leading social entrepreneurs step forward with leadership and ideas for a more open, developed, and promising future.

Ashoka’s roll-out plan in Egypt and the Arab world has built on the methodology we have developed and refined while launching 70 other countries, including the Arab World Regional Office in 2003.

Reports to:
Operation Manager (OM) and Regional Director (RD)

Office hours:
9 am to 5 pm (unless assigned to stay later fulfilling work requirements).

Working days:
Five working days from Sunday to Thursday where Friday and Saturday are off (unless assigned to attend on weekends fulfilling work requirements).

Responsibilities:
The Executive Secretary provides continuous support to the Regional Director and the Operations Manager to ensure the smooth operations and logistics for the office. This post calls for flexibility, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, admin skill, and the ability to work well with all levels of internal management and staff, as well as outside partners.

This post requires multitasking ability to deliver on the following (not exclusive) tasks:

RD’s support:

• Work with the Executive Assistant of RD to schedule Regional Director’s appointments and meetings inside and outside the office, in coordination with the Executive Secretary of ADEW

• Administer internal and external office correspondence

• Support the RD’s Executive Assistant to organize and keep up to date the RD’s files

Office Administration:
• Create and maintain a comprehensive filing system for Ashoka Arab World Office

• Administer personnel files for staff under the supervision of the financial and admin manager

• Follow up on all administrative tasks requested by RD or OM

• Assist OM in finding candidates for job openings at Ashoka Arab World office.

• Follow up on employees leave balances and absences and time sheets

• Follow up on printing marketing material with advertising agencies and printing houses in coordination with Financial Manger

• Arrange medical insurance coverage for all staff in coordination with FAM

• Coordinate maintenance (cleaning services and repair) of the office

Travels Organization:

• Booking tickets for staff and fellows

• Arranging itineraries and internal transportation

• Reserving hotels’ accommodation (choosing from minimum three different quotations) for events retreats for staff and fellows.

• Assist relevant staff members in organizing events (induction, panel, iftar Ramadan…etc.)

• Preparing publications and document packages accompanying traveling staff members (in coordination with the RD’s Executive Assistant)

• Arranging appointments’ schedule for traveling staff members abroad

Deliverables: (within 3 month probation period)

• Create a comprehensive filing system for Ashoka Arab World Office with a master key file and a cross reference system (under the supervision of Operations Manager)

• Create inventory registry for stationary, publications and equipment

• Administer the repairs needed at office premise

• Execute tasks assigned by the Regional Director and Operations manager

• Complete and update personnel files with Financial and Administration Manager

• Develop office monthly appointments, deadlines and events

• Organize upcoming travels for Ashoka Arab World staff within the probation period.

Qualifications:

Education:
Minimum a bachelor degree in a relative field

Previous experience:
Minimum three years of experience in a similar position (Please attach references)

Required Skills:
• Excellent writing skills

• Excellent communication (written and oral) skills in both English and Arabic is a must

• Proficiency in Microsoft applications
including Word, Excel, Power Point, etc

• Excellent organization and problem-solving skills

• Ability to multitask

• Great attention to detail

• Ability to work under pressure

The Person:

• Must be creative within her/his scope of work and very resourceful in problem solving.

• Must understand Ashoka’s vision and work.

• Must demonstrate her/his commitment with social change.

• Must be a deeply trustworthy person.

• Must be service-oriented and flexible.

• Must be detail-oriented and able to manage
multiple high-priority tasks at once.

• Must be a team player with a high level of commitment.

• Must maintain cooperative working relationships and interact with others in a helpful, courteous and friendly manner.

• Must demonstrate sensitivity to, and respect for, a diverse population and be able to work with persons of different cultural and ethnic backgrounds across all areas of the world.

Send your RESUME and COVER LETTER to Ashoka Arab World Office at recruiting@ashoka-arab.org

Programme Coordinator: Middle East and North Africa region (MENA)

Transparency International (TI) is the global civil society organisation leading the fight against corruption. Through more than 90 chapters worldwide and an international secretariat in Berlin, Germany, TI raises awareness of the damaging effects of corruption and works with partners in government, business and civil society to develop and implement effective measures to tackle it.

Job Description

Job title: Programme Coordinator, full time position

Starting date: June 15th 2011

Duration: 2 years

Reporting lines: Reports to the Senior Programme Coordinator, Africa and the Middle East Department

Location: Berlin, Germany; with some international travel.

Job grade: Programme Coordinator

Key responsibilities:

These will include, but are not exclusively limited to:

Implementation of the USAID funded ACTION (Addressing Corruption Through Information and Organized Networking) phase of the AFME programmes. This shall be mainly focused on access to information research, advocacy, use of new media and social media, network building among young activists, use of the UNCAC and National Integrity System assessments of the MENA region,

Essential tasks include the following

• Budget management
• Project management support to TI’s partners in the MENA region
• Support to MENA advocacy actions
• Support with media work and profiling of TI in the MENA region
• General MENA-related research and similar enquiries
• Writing speeches and presentations related to the MENA region as necessary.
• Travel in the MENA region necessary to best fulfil some of the above tasks and objectives

Knowledge, experience and skills:

• University degree , or equivalent qualification, in relevant field (international relations / development, African Studies / Oriental Studies, social sciences, public policy);
• Good knowledge of the Middle East and North Africa region, including of policy, good governance and anti-corruption issues, and pertinent national, regional and international stakeholders and decision makers;
• Several years of relevant work experience, including at least 3 years spent working in or on the region;
• Experience in programme management, including complex financial budget management;
• Experience in working with civil society and NGO capacity building;
• Excellent communication, team work and intercultural skills
• Fluency in English and French, knowledge of Arabic an advantage.

Additional skills

• Knowledge of new media, social media, access to information campaigns, youth-involvement programmes a distinct advantage

TI Secretariat reserves the right to appoint to another staff level subject to education and qualifications.

Other information about the post and duty station:
Transparency International and its global network offer an inspiring work environment with real learning opportunities and support. Berlin is an attractive metropolitan city with relatively low cost of living.

To apply:

Interested candidates should send a CV and covering letter to actionmenajob@transparency.org

Closing date for this position is 03 April 2011. Applications received by this date will take priority; however, late applications will be considered if the position has not been filled. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Transparency International is an equal opportunity employer.

To learn more about Transparency International visit our website at www.transparency.org

Regional pool of gender and climate change experts

The Global Gender and Climate Alliance (GGCA) is a global network of organizations working to ensure that climate change policies, decision-making, and initiatives at the national, regional and global levels incorporate gender dimensions. Since the launch of the GGCA in 2007 by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), the United Nations Environmental Program (UNEP), the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), and the Women Environmental Development Organization (WEDO), governments and institutions from all regions have requested assistance in applying a gender approach to climate change initiatives. This is partly the result of the worldwide training of trainers and orientation sessions for negotiators that have taken place with GGCA support, as well as successful awareness raising and gender mainstreaming efforts around climate change processes. In 2011-2012, with funding from the Governments of Finland and Denmark, the GGCA will build upon the successful capacity development activities undertaken in 2009-2010 to expand its regional pools of experts on gender and climate change. The overall intention is to develop a broad range of experts who can be called upon to provide macro and sectoral support to specific government policy and programme development processes, including mainstreaming gender into National Adaptation Programmes of Action (NAPAs) and in project proposals under climate change finance mechanisms. The experts will also participate in GGCA training and awareness-raising activities from national to international levels.

Duties and Responsibilities

UNDP, on behalf of the Global Gender and Climate Alliance, is seeking candidates to be considered for inclusion in regional pools of experts for Africa and Asia-Pacific. Candidates should have an in-depth knowledge of gender climate change issues AND related national government planning processes in one or more countries of Africa and Asia-Pacific. Key climate affected sectors for which gender expertise is sought include agriculture and food security, forestry and natural resource management, water, energy access, health, disaster risk reduction, infrastructure and transport. Selected candidates will participate in one of two regional-based capacity development planning and training workshops on gender and climate change to be held in May/June 2011. Travel to the workshop and daily subsistence allowance will be covered by UNDP, as well as possible further follow-up activities at the national level. Experts may be commissioned as resource persons to integrate social and gender considerations in national and global climate change policies and programmes; Mainstream gender into proposals for funding from climate change finance mechanisms; Participate in GGCA training and awareness-raising activities at national and or international levels; Develop gender and climate change knowledge products for use by policy-makers and practitioners in developing countries and by GGCA partners. The selection process for the pool of experts will be conducted by a joint selection committee composed of UNDP and UNEP staff. Any subsequent contracting for selected participants for specific assignments related to regional or country level policy advisory services and capacity development activities on the gender dimensions of climate change, will be done by UNDP, UNEP, or partnering agencies for which candidates will be notified in advance and separately. This TOR will be randomly re-advertised to update the pool of expertise with new candidates.

Competencies

Demonstrate excellent and effective written skills; Manage multiple tasks, set deadlines and plan work independently; Set clear priorities and be able to meet key deadlines under pressure; Synthesize and summarize complex information; Be a team player; and Display cultural, gender and political sensitivity in the workplace.

Required Skills and Experience

Master’s Degree in Natural Resource Management, Environment, Gender Studies, Development Studies or other related fields; At least 5 years experience in policy advocacy across various thematic and sectoral areas of gender and climate change; Experience developing training resources, preferably in the area of gender and climate change; Proven skills and expertise in policy formulation and system analysis related to developing economies; Substantive knowledge of the global, regional and national climate change regimes; Fluency in English and/or French required, other languages an asset.

Human Rights & Justice Specialist

The United Nations Charter affirms the centrality of human rights for the achievement of peace, security, and human development. This was reaffirmed in the Millennium Declaration, when Member States resolved to strengthen national capacity to conform with international human rights principles, treaties and standards, as well as in the Secretary-General’s report: In Larger Freedom. At the Beijing Conference, women’s rights were recognized as human rights. The UN General Assembly continues in its support to progress in the application of the Convention on the Elimination of Discrimination Against Women (CEDAW) and, in a hallmark decision, Morocco has very recently acted to remove all reservations it had placed upon ratification with regards to some of its provisions. The UN General Assembly also adopted the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities in December 2006. It has received system-wide support from the UN agencies which committed to promote, protect and ensure the full and equal enjoyment of all human rights and fundamental freedoms by all persons with disabilities and to promote respect for their inherent dignity. At the regional level, the Arab States have made important strides towards the promotion and protection of human rights. The Arab Human Development Report series, 2000-2004, championed by the Regional Bureau for Arab States (RBAS), concluded that Arab countries “need to embark on rebuilding their societies on the basis of: full respect of human rights and freedoms as the cornerstone of good governance, leading to human development and the complete empowerment of Arab women, taking advantage of all opportunities to build their capabilities and to enable them to exercise those capabilities to the full” Through the application of a Human Rights-based Approach to Development Programming (HRBA) and gender mainstreaming RBAS continues to support its country offices in addressing issues of systematic discrimination, social exclusion and inequality among different segments of societies, including gender-based discrimination and discrimination against persons with disabilities.. RBAS is now seeking to identify a Human Rights Specialist to help further the human rights-based approach to development in support of its country offices. The post will be anchored in the Governance Practice within the RBAS Regional Support Centre in Cairo, but will work closely with, and inform all other practices and cross-practices.

Duties and Responsibilities

Under the general supervision of the Deputy Regional Director, Regional Support Center, Cairo, the direct supervision of the Governance Practice Leader at the Centre, and in consultation with the Country Operations Division at RBAS HQ, the Human Rights Specialist will perform the following functions: Provide policy, technical advisory support and training in the areas of human rights, including gender equality and access to justice; Provide technical support and capacity development to national human rights institutions and other stakeholders in the countries of the region, in consultation with the relevant COs, to advance the ratification and implementation (including both de jure and de facto compliance) of international human rights treaties, norms and standards and to advance access to justice; Provide technical support and capacity development (including in the area of legislative drafting) for legislative compliance with international human rights treaties, in particular to advance CEDAW legislative compliance and the application to national law of the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities and its Optional Protocol, which came into force in May 2008. Develop rosters of: human rights, gender and legislative drafting specialists with specific expertise on human rights and gender equality issues in the Arab States region Design, prepare and deliver HRBA training, including of gender specificities, for a range of stakeholders. Support the capacity development of UNDP Country Office staff on human rights, HRBA, gender equality and creating a Society for All. Promote the application of HRBA in development programming, across all Practices/Focus Areas of the Strategic Plan. Raise awareness about and promote the engagement of national stakeholders, including civil society organizations, with international human rights mechanisms; Support resource mobilization, partnership building and knowledge sharing, including contributing lessons learned from the region which can inform global knowledge management practice; Contribute to gender, disability and human rights programming in the UNDP Office and among the UN system at country and regional levels and promote access to justice programing Support international/regional NGOs and CSOs dealing with gender, and human rights issues, including in the areas of economic, social and cultural rights and access to justice Support the Governance Unit in preparing responses to queries from within and from outside of the UN system, the preparation of documentation and organization of meetings and workshops on the subject Monitor and document financial delivery in the area of gender and human rights and access to justice and prepare inputs for the annual report, planning and budgeting, including the regional allocation from the UNDP Global Human Rights Strengthening Programme and Access to Justice program. Collect, research and analyze information on human rights, access to justice and gender issues and identify matters for follow-up and possible action Participate fully in knowledge management networks. Maintain regular contact with human rights advisers/specialists, access to justice and gender advisors and relevant programme personnel, including the UNDP Global Human Rights Strengthening Programme (GHRSP) and the access to justice management teams

Competencies

Comprehensive knowledge of, and exposure to, a range of human rights issues; Sound knowledge of institutional mandates, policies and guidelines related to human rights, including gender; ability to relate gender and disability issues to political, social and economic perspectives; Ability to work under pressure. Significant experience in designing and delivering training. Excellent communication skills (spoken and written) , including the ability to convey complex concepts and recommendations at senior level, both orally and in writing, in a clear, concise style and to deliver presentations to external audiences; Cultural sensitivity, discretion and sound judgment in applying expertise. Ability to interact and to establish and maintain effective and harmonious working relations both as a team member with people of different national and cultural backgrounds. Good organizational, coordination and interpersonal skills.

Required Skills and Experience

Advanced university (Masters Degree) in human rights, law, gender studies, international relations, political science or other disciplines related to human rights, and gender. A combination of relevant academic qualifications and work experience can be accepted in lieu of the advanced degree. A minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in human rights, including gender rights, at international level. Significant experience as trainer and educator on human rights/gender rights Significant experience of UN/UNDP gender and Human Rights policies; Work experience on gender, disability and human rights in the Arab region is a strong asset Proficiency in English. Knowledge of Arabic and/or French an asset

Human Rights & Justice Specialist