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”.

Senior Manager for Advocacy and Research (SMAR) – Madagascar

Based in: Antananarivo, Madagascar

Rattaché au Représentant Pays, il est chargé de superviser le Programme National, qui comprend les volets plaidoyer, communication, recherche et renforcement de capacité.

Ce poste hautement stratégique comprend notamment:

• Management de l’équipe de plaidoyer et recherche de WaterAid composée de 5 cadres
• Élaboration des stratégies pour la mise en oeuvre du Programme National
• Recherche de financement et mobilisation de fonds,
• Planification, budgétisation, suivi budgétaire et reportings des programmes selon les exigences des différents bailleurs
• Coordination des programmes d’influences, plaidoyer, communication, documentation et réseautage en adéquation avec les priorités du programme pays et au niveau régional
• Développement des partenariats avec les ONG, les collectivités déconcentrées et décentralisées et le secteur privé
• Lobbying auprès des décideurs et professionnels pour instaurer les changements visés par WaterAid
• Gestion des relations avec le siège à Londres, les bailleurs et les différents responsables des autres programmes de WaterAid
• Secrétariat exécutif du programme Diorano-WASH, la coalition des acteurs du secteur eau

Polyvalent, très bon communicant, ce manager expérimenté aura le profil suivant:

• Minimum Bac +4 en sciences sociales
• Expérience réussie de 5 ans dans la gestion de projets
• Expérience dans un poste à responsabilité au sein d’une ONG, association ou projet
• Expérience en lobbying et relations publiques à haut niveau
• Forte capacité de négociation et coordination
• Forte capacité rédactionnelle
• Esprit d’analyse et de synthèse
• Dynamisme et créativité alliés à un esprit d’initiative
• Maîtrise du français et de l’anglais, écrit et oral
• Connaissance des partenaires techniques et financiers et des exigences des bailleurs serait un atout
• Connaissance du secteur de l’eau et de l’assainissement serait appréciée

Profil du ou de la SMAR Madagascar ( Word 304KB)

Grande disponibilité pour des déplacements fréquents locaux et à l’étranger

Envoyez votre dossier de candidature à: smarwateraid@fthm.mg au plus tard le 13 Avril 2011

Le profil complet du poste est disponible sur www.wateraid.org et www.fthm.mg

Program Officer, Africa & Madagascar

World Wildlife Fund (WWF), the global conservation organization, seeks a Program Officer (PO) for its Africa & Madagascar Program (AMP) to identify and secure new funding streams though writing proposals for submission to donors (individuals, US Government, foundations, etc.). Under the leadership of the Managing Director for the Congo Basin, the PO will work directly with US-based and field staff to assure synergy and communication with Development, Government Partnerships, Strategic Agreements, and Program Operations. The PO will identify requests for proposals and other opportunities, and determine technical requirements and other needs related to proposal development. S/he will keep abreast of and advise the Africa & Madagascar Team of new funding and strategic opportunities.

A bachelor's degree in English, business, business communications, journalism, environment, conservation, development or a related field is required. Position requires at least three years of proposal writing and/or editing experience with demonstrated success in securing funding. A strong command of the English language including demonstrated writing and editing skills and an ability to translate complicated or technical ideas into proposal-appropriate language is required. Familiarity with the donor community and the international conservation and/or rural development sectors is desirable. French language skills would be an asset.

This is a part-time limited term (not to exceed 1 year) position located in Washington, DC. The position may be extended based on available funding.

AA/EOE Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. To submit cover letter and resume please visit http://www.worldwildlife.org/careers, job # 11094.

Program Officer, Africa & Madagascar

Country Director Madagascar

Job Reference Number: P1128

Country: Madagascar

Location: Madagascar

Team: General Management

Marie Stopes International (MSI) is one of the largest international family planning organisations in the world. We are a marketing focused, results oriented social enterprise that develops efficient, effective and
sustainable family planning programmes in the UK and 43 countries around the world. Every year MSI provides over six million people with high quality health services.

Purpose:

The Country Director (CD) is responsible for a successful and sustainable development of Marie Stopes Madagascar (MSM). S/he ensures the attainment of Marie Stopes Madagascar goals and objectives and provides leadership to the team to develop, implement and expand the national programme efficiently and effectively, thereby maximising our impact on the sexual and reproductive healthcare of the population.

This post attracts an International (globally mobile) salary and benefits package.

Based in Madagascar with possibility of extensive international travel, we are offering you the opportunity to take your career to the next level, whilst putting your skills to use assisting us to achieve our Mission of
'Children by Choice, not Chance'. You must be pro choice on abortion.

To apply, please review the
http://www.mariestopes.org.uk/documents/JF%20CD%20Madagascar%20Feb%2011.pdf
job framework at http://www.mariestopes.org/careers then either apply online via application or CV and covering letter.

Closing date: Open ended