Programme Trainers Stevenson College Edinburgh

Ref 15/11
Fixed-term (May 2011 - November 2011)
Rates by negotiation

Stevenson College Edinburgh has a major training and consultancy contract with the government of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

We will deliver a rolling programme of two week long self-assessment courses for staff operating at the level of Dean in the College system in Saudi Arabia. The programme will begin on 9 May and will run until November with a break for Ramadan during August. Delegates will be split into groups depending on their level of English and an interpreter will be available to work with groups requiring support.

As a trainer you will deliver the programme to groups of 13-15 delegates. Reporting directly to the Project Manager you will be responsible for delivering a standard programme with additional relevant personal input.

You must have:

• 3 years experience of working in Quality systems in the College sector
• Experience of programme development, design and delivery
• Experience in self-evaluation
• Expertise in writing evaluative reports
• Knowledge of external quality frameworks eg ISO

Experience of working with an Interpreter would be an advantage. International experience is desirable

If appointed you will be required to have, or register for, membership of the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme and you must be able to provide proof of the right to work in the United Kingdom.

To Apply
An application pack for the above vacancy is available from Human Resources Department, Stevenson College Edinburgh, Bankhead Avenue, Edinburgh, EH11 4DE, tel: 0131 535 4610/4720 or e-mail humanresources@stevenson.ac.uk

Closing date Thursday 7th April 2011 (12 noon)

Project Manager Stevenson College Edinburgh

Ref 14/11
Fixed-term Full-time (May 2011 - November 2011)
£35,000 (pro rata)

Stevenson College Edinburgh has a major training and consultancy contract with the government of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

We will deliver a rolling programme of two week-long self-assessment courses to staff operating at the level of Dean in the College system in Saudi Arabia. The programme will begin on 9 May and will run until November with a break for Ramadan during August. Delegates will be split into groups depending on their level of English and an interpreter will be available to work with groups requiring support.

As Project Manager you will be responsible for managing the smooth running and delivery of the programme and you will also be required to teach for a minimum of 50% of the week. Additionally, you will be responsible for: the development, production and delivery of teaching and learning materials to support the core College self-assessment programme; allocation of staff to the programme; cover arrangements in the event of absence of teaching staff; line management of the interpreter; ensuring that resources are in place; monitoring progress; obtaining feedback from the delegates.

You must have spent a number of years working in Quality systems in the College sector and be an experienced trainer. Experience of ISO standards and of self-evaluation at a high level would be preferred. International experience is desirable.

If appointed you will be required to have, or register for, membership of the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme and you must be able to provide proof of the right to work in the United Kingdom.

To Apply
An application pack for the above vacancy is available from Human Resources Department, Stevenson College Edinburgh, Bankhead Avenue, Edinburgh, EH11 4DE, tel: 0131 535 4610/4720 or e-mail humanresources@stevenson.ac.uk

Closing date Thursday 7th April 2011 (12 noon)

Senior Policy Analyst – Health and Sanitation

Based in: Vauxhall, London
Salary: Salary starting from £41,133 pa

Want to make a difference?

Diarrhoea is the leading cause of deaths in Africa. And, sanitation is the most off-track MDG target in Africa. Simple or it should be. Why is a proven means of stopping these deaths consistently overlooked by governments and donors? Can you help WaterAid change this?

You will have a strong background in influencing official international development policy. You will bring formidable analytical skills and an ability to persuade others. We are particularly interested in candidates with a background in public and environmental health and/or international development policy.

If you think you have the answers and you have the skills to make change happen, this is the job for you.

For more information, please download the Senior Policy Analyst Health and Sanitation Information Pack ( Word 614KB) or email jobs@wateraid.org. CV’s and cover letters should be sent to jobs@wateraid.org.

Please note, in order to apply for this role you must be able to demonstrate your eligibility to work in the UK.

Closing date: Friday 6th May 2011

1st Interview: Wednesday 18th May 2011

Digital Support Officer (Editorial)

Salary: From £24,580 pa
Location: Vauxhall, London

The web team, based in London and a part of the Communications & Fundraising department, needs support.

In this varied online editorial role, you will carry out website updates for teams across the organisation, design and edit e-newsletters, update our supporters using social networks, and also provide support to UK intranet users (using SharePoint 2007).

You will also be required to assist in the migration of content from our existing website to a new site.

To apply, you will need to be an experienced user of various content management systems, have experience of compiling and sending out e-newsletters, be a confident user of social networking tools, and ideally have familiarity with an intranet platform.

If you would like more information and an application pack for this position, please download the Digital Support Officer - editorial information pack ( Word, 610Kb).

CV's and cover letters should be sent to jobs@wateraid.org

Please note, in order to apply for this role you must be able to demonstrate your eligibility to work in the UK.

Closing date: 5 April 2011

Interview: 11 April 2011

International Emergency Response Roster

The HRF provides emergency relief aid and assistance to ordinary people caught up in extraordinary, life-threatening situations. We work in areas affected by natural disasters such as earthquakes, floods, droughts and famines. We also support people who are suffering through man-made catastrophes such as wars.

HRF aims to enhance its emergency response team to strengthen its Humanitarian response to crises by deploying highly qualified, experienced, pre-selected and pre-trained individuals with needs assessment profiles. Candidates will be expected to travel to affected areas and work under pressure, on occasions in a highly stressful environment and be able to cope in a competitive international environment and to manage conflicting priorities. If selected for mission deployment, candidate will be expected to deploy for short term missions of approximately six weeks at a time.

Deployments may include

* In an emergency response where we are scaling up and need immediate emergency expertise
* Providing surge capacity to a country programme by filling a vacant position and/or adding further skills and experience
* Capacity building of individuals and/or country programmes to increase programmes effectiveness

There is a selection process for the Roster. If you are selected you will not necessarily be deployed. Deployments will depend on your availability and suitability for that emergency. Deployments will be on short term contracts and you will not be a permanent staff member of Human Relief Foundation

Salary £20,000.00 pro-rata

JOB DESCRIPTION:-

-Collaborate with other officials in order to prepare and analyze damage assessments following disasters or emergencies.
-Conduct surveys to determine the types of emergency-related needs that will need to be addressed in disaster planning, or provide technical support to others conducting such surveys.
-Consult with officials of local and area governments, schools, hospitals, and other institutions in order to determine their needs and capabilities in the event of a natural disaster or other emergency.
-Coordinate disaster response or crisis management activities such as ordering evacuations, opening public shelters, and implementing special needs plans and programs.
-Design and administer emergency/disaster preparedness training courses that teach people how to effectively respond to major emergencies and disasters.
-Develop and maintain liaisons with municipalities, county departments, and similar entities in order to facilitate plan development, response effort coordination, and exchanges of personnel and equipment.
-Develop and perform tests and evaluations of emergency management plans in accordance with state and federal regulations.
-Inspect facilities and equipment such as emergency management centres and communications equipment in order to determine their operational and functional capabilities in emergency situations.
-Keep informed of activities or changes that could affect the likelihood of an emergency, as well as those that could affect response efforts and details of plan implementation.
-Keep informed of federal, state and local regulations affecting emergency plans, and ensure that plans adhere to those regulations.
-Maintain and update all resource materials associated with emergency preparedness plans.
-Prepare emergency situation statuses that describe response and recovery efforts, needs, and preliminary damage assessments.
-Prepare plans that outline operating procedures to be used in response to disasters/emergencies such as hurricanes, nuclear accidents, and terrorist attacks, and in recovery from these events.
-Propose alteration of emergency response procedures based on regulatory changes, technological changes, or knowledge gained from outcomes of previous emergency situations.
-Review emergency plans used elsewhere in order to gather information for plan development.
-Applying for federal funding for emergency management related needs; administer such grants and report on their progress.
-Attend meetings, conferences, and workshops related to emergency management in order to learn new information and to develop working relationships with other emergency management specialists.
-Develop and implement training procedures and strategies for radiological protection, detection, and decontamination.
-Develop instruction materials for the public, and make presentations to citizens groups in order to provide information on emergency plans and their implementation process.
-Inventory and distribute nuclear, biological, and chemical detection and contamination equipment, providing instructions in its maintenance and use.
-Provide communities with assistance in applying for federal funding for emergency management facilities, radiological instrumentation, and other related items.
-Training local groups in the preparation of long-term plans that are compatible with federal and state plans.

Language: English + Arabic preferable

How to apply

send CV and cover letter to {hr@hrf.org.uk}

Assistant International Adviser – Global Health

£36,870 per annum inc Inner London Weighting

This exciting new role will support the work of the RCN’s new Policy and International Department by analysing global health and development issues of relevance to nursing and supporting international development projects, including opportunities for partnerships with sister organisations and advocacy work. As part of a large membership organisation, the postholder will also support nurses’ engagement and awareness of international humanitarian issues and policy development

Educated to degree level or equivalent, and with experience of working in international development in the health sector with a broad range of partners, the successful candidate will have excellent communication and project planning skills and a sound understanding of global health issues and UK international development programmes.

How to apply:

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Susan Williams, Senior International Adviser, on 0207 647 3594.

For further details and how to apply, please Click here and complete the on-line application. Alternatively, email: recruit@rcn.org.uk or telephone 020 7647 3549 to request an application pack, quoting reference NS0053-0311

Closing date for applications: 30 March 2011

Interview date: 21 April 2011

Concierge Team Member

Based in London (2 posts)
Based in Manchester (2 posts)

Reference: MH11002 (London) MH11003 (Manchester)

£15,000 - £17,109 per annum (plus £3,300 London Market Allowance if London based)

This post attracts a generous benefits package, including 32 days’ leave and Civil Service pension arrangements, and benefits from a range of family-friendly policies.

The British Council is a world leader in cultural relations, building long-term relationships and trust between people in the UK and other countries, for mutual benefit. The programmes we use to do this are wide-ranging and cover the arts, education, English, science and society. We strive to be continuously innovative to ensure that we represent the best of the UK and are relevant to the needs of the thousands of people we work with around the world. We operate in 238 cities in 110 countries and territories.

We are looking for an experienced Customer Service orientated individual, to act as a concierge. This person will be the first point of contact for all staff queries relating to:
• Building Services
• Basic I.T problems
• The operation/arranging of general office equipment
• Supporting mail and customers services including meeting room set ups

You will have: at least 1-2 years Customer Service experience, be punctual, required to work within a shift rota, basic computer skills and intermediate knowledge of Microsoft office. Excellent listening and oral communication skills. The ability to work under pressure, prioritizing tasks simultaneously whilst interacting with staff and the ability to work well within a team. A basic knowledge of Manual Handling is desirable. The Post holder will be required to work as part of a shift pattern in operation 8.00am to 6:00 pm Monday to Friday

Download an application pack

• Application Form
• Candidate Information
• Behavioural Competencies

Closing date for applications: 1200 hours on 5 April 2011. Applications should be sent by e-mail where possible.

Please note: Candidates must have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of applying.

Please state which location you are applying for.
If you also wish to be considered for the Reception Team Member (London) and Helpdesk Team Member (London) positions, please state this on your application form.

Please return completed application forms (quoting reference: MH11002 or MH11003): Linda Moran, Pertemps, 1st Floor, Leadenhall Street, London. EC3A 4AA, tel: 0207 621 1304, fax: 0207 626 6671; e-mail linda.moran@pertemps.co.uk

If you are unable to download the application pack please e-mail linda.moran@pertemps.co.uk quoting reference MH11002 or MH11003
The British Council is committed to a policy of equal opportunity and is keen to reflect the diversity of UK society at every level within the organisation. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.
The United Kingdom’s international organisation for cultural relations and educational opportunities. A registered charity: 209131 (England and Wales) SC037733 (Scotland).

Helpdesk Team Member

Based in London (2 posts)

1 year fixed term contract

Reference: MH11004

£15,000 - £17,109 per annum (plus £3,300 London Market Allowance)

This post attracts a generous benefits package, including 32 days’ leave and Civil Service pension arrangements, and benefits from a range of family-friendly policies.

The British Council is a world leader in cultural relations, building long-term relationships and trust between people in the UK and other countries, for mutual benefit. The programmes we use to do this are wide-ranging and cover the arts, education, English, science and society. We strive to be continuously innovative to ensure that we represent the best of the UK and are relevant to the needs of the thousands of people we work with around the world. We operate in 238 cities in 110 countries and territories.

We are looking for an administrator with 1-2 years customer service experience to provide operational delivery of the Global Estates Helpdesk response services. You will respond to requests from staff, visitors and other users of British Council offices of the UK and, where relevant, the global estate, for support on property and facilities management (P&FM) issues. Create bookings for the larger hospitality meeting rooms at the British Council London and video conference rooms in the Manchester office, amending and cancelling these in response to user requests as required. Generate work orders and regular reports on the support requests made through the Global Estate helpdesk in order to support the effective delivery of Global Estate’s P&FM function across the British Council’s global estate. Carry out general property and facilities management (P&FM) duties at the British Council London office to support the wider Global Estate team as appropriate.

You will have: 1-2 years experience in Customer Services. Intermediate level knowledge of Microsoft Office and computer programmes such as Word and Excel. Excellent communication skills, the ability to work under pressure and the ability to work as part of a team are essential to this role.
The post holder will be required to work a shift rota between the hours of 08:00 and 18:00, Monday to Friday.

Download an application pack

• Application Form
• Candidate Information
• Behavioural Competencies

Closing date for applications: 1200 hours on 5 April 2011. Applications should be sent by e-mail where possible.

Please note: Candidates must have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of applying

If you wish to also be considered for the Reception Team Member (London) and Concierge Team Member (Manchester or/and London) positions, please state this on your application form.

Please return completed application forms (quoting reference: MH11004) to: Linda Moran, Pertemps, 1st Floor, Leadenhall Street, London. EC3A 4AA, tel: 0207 621 1304, fax: 0207 626 6671; e-mail linda.moran@pertemps.co.uk

If you are unable to download the application pack please e-mail linda.moran@pertemps.co.uk quoting reference MH11004
The British Council is committed to a policy of equal opportunity and is keen to reflect the diversity of UK society at every level within the organisation. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.
The United Kingdom’s international organisation for cultural relations and educational opportunities. A registered charity: 209131 (England and Wales) SC037733 (Scotland).

Reception Team Member

Based in London

Reference: MH11001

£15,000 - £17,109 per annum (plus £3,300 London Market Allowance)

This post attracts a generous benefits package, including 32 days’ leave and Civil Service pension arrangements, and benefits from a range of family-friendly policies.

The British Council is a world leader in cultural relations, building long-term relationships and trust between people in the UK and other countries, for mutual benefit. The programmes we use to do this are wide-ranging and cover the arts, education, English, science and society. We strive to be continuously innovative to ensure that we represent the best of the UK and are relevant to the needs of the thousands of people we work with around the world. We operate in 238 cities in 110 countries and territories.

We are looking for an experienced Receptionist/Customer Service co-ordinator to meet and greet staff, visitors, and other users of the British Council office, whether in person or by phone in a friendly and professional manner. You will be required to process all visitors using our in-house registering system, issuing electronic passes; following establishes procedures for expected and unexpected arrivals. You will maintain data, records and financial reports relating to Global Estates Reception Services. Carry out basic housekeeping duties, liaising with guards to ensure the security of the reception and front of house areas at the British Council London office.

You will have: at least 1-2 years Customer Service experience, be punctual, required to work within a shift rota, basic computer skills and intermediate knowledge of Microsoft office. Excellent listening and oral communication skills. Ability to work under pressure, prioritizing tasks simultaneously whilst interacting with visitors. Ability to work well within a team.

Download an application pack

• Application Form
• Candidate Information
• Behavioural Competencies

Closing date for applications: 1200 hours on 5 April 2011. Applications should be sent by e-mail where possible.

Please note: Candidates must have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of applying

If you wish to also be considered for the Concierge Team Member (Manchester or/and London) and Helpdesk Team Member (London) positions please state this on your application form.

Please return completed application forms (quoting reference: MH11001) to: Linda Moran, Pertemps, 1st Floor, Leadenhall Street, London. EC3A 4AA, tel: 0207 621 1304, fax: 0207 626 6671; e-mail linda.moran@pertemps.co.uk

If you are unable to download the application pack please e-mail linda.moran@pertemps.co.uk quoting reference MH11001

The British Council is committed to a policy of equal opportunity and is keen to reflect the diversity of UK society at every level within the organisation. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.
The United Kingdom’s international organisation for cultural relations and educational opportunities. A registered charity: 209131 (England and Wales) SC037733 (Scotland).

Campaign Directors

About All Out:

All Out (www.allout.org) is a new international online movement working to accelerate the move toward full equality for LGBT+ people around the world. We bring people together in every corner of the planet and of every identity—lesbian, gay, straight, transgender and all that’s between and beyond—to support the full range of rights and privileges that come with true equality for LGBT people.

Our board of directors are among the founders of Avaaz.org, the world’s largest online movement with more than 7 million members operating in 13 languages, and created Australia’s GetUp.org, an internationally-recognized political phenomenon with more members than all that country’s political parties put together.

The core of our work will involve executing rapid-response campaigns that combine our members' energy with media tactics to target individuals and institutions in government, business, media, or public leadership positions. We will also design and run aspirational and cultural campaigns and interventions, taking advantage of moments of crisis and opportunity to push the cultural needle on LGBT issues.

Campaign Director Position:

We're hiring for several senior Campaign Director positions to help us execute this work. Staff will be located in various regions around the globe including the US, Brazil, India, South Africa, Philippines, and Europe, among others.
We need brilliant campaign strategists with significant online organizing experience and a commitment to building an informed, powerful base of LGBT people and their allies to push progress faster, and to change politics and culture at every level.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute high-impact, opportunity driven campaign strategies combining online tactics, media expertise and strategic partnerships

• Identify strategic opportunities for AllOut.org advocacy campaigns

• Research priority issues, targeted officials

• Write persuasive email outreaches and supporting materials

• Monitor international and grassroots campaigns in our key issue areas, and communicate constantly with LGBT activists on the ground to identify opportunities for AllOut.org members to act.

• Represent AllIOut.org to partner organizations

• Support the development of campaign and media strategies with a focus on human rights abuses against LGBT communities, celebrating and bolstering local victories, and challenging legal, cultural and social systems of exclusion and discrimination.

• Identify, recruit and build relationships with allied individuals and partner organizations on various issue campaigns when strategically smart to do so.

Qualified candidates must have:

• 3+ years experience in leading *online* organizing campaigns for social change

• International work experience

• Fluency in verbal and written English and *at least* one other language

• Ability to write quickly, persuasively and on deadline a must. Excellent written and oral communication skills

• Proven success engaging the media around politics, and in particular issues of social change

• A desire to work in a high impact, campaign team of dedicated hard-working organizers and technologists

• Entrepreneurial, self-motivated, organized, and deadline obsessed

• A commitment to strengthening the voice of LGBT people as a path toward progressive change

Several positions are available at a competitive salary commensurate with experience and full benefits package. Women, people of color, and international applicants are especially encouraged to apply.

To apply, please email your CV and cover letter to jobs@allout.org with the subject line “Campaign Director”.

PLEASE ALSO CUT AND PASTE YOUR CV INTO THE BODY OF THE EMAIL.

No calls please.

Head of Health, Social Transformation Programmes Division

Reference: 110300312
Location: London, UK
Closing Date: 26 Apr 2011

Job Summary

As a member of STPD’s Senior Management Team, the Head of Health Section provides leadership and strategic direction to the Health Programme, overseeing annual planning, personnel and financial management, and supports efforts to increase the coherence and efficiency of the Division’s outputs. Under the 2009-2012 Health Section Strategic Plan, this requires the Head to oversee the development of a work programme focused on delivering clear outcomes, based on a rigorous programme of wok.

The Head of Health is expected to develop and maintain a network of partners from a range of organisations and work closely with other Divisions within the Secretariat. The post holder needs a combination of expertise in health and development, strong leadership and managerial skills and experience in interacting at a senior level including exposure to global negotiations.

Task Description

The Head of Health Section will:

• Provide leadership and strategic direction to the Secretariat’s Health Programme to meet the health-related objectives of the Strategic Plan 2009-12.
• Develop strategic and operational plans and budgets for the Health Programme, co-ordinate and monitor programme quality and workflow, prepare and deliver programme reports.
• Provide technical oversight to the work of the Health Section staff to maximise the technical and operational effectiveness and impact of the Secretariat’s work.
• Develop and expand systems for monitoring achievement of performance targets
• Supervise the development and dissemination of briefs and reports which support advocacy efforts.
• Co-ordinate the annual meeting of Health Ministers (CHMM).
• Build partnerships and maintain a close working relationship with senior officials in Commonwealth countries, multi/bilateral, regional and civil society organisations, professional associations, private sector and the Commonwealth Advisory Committee on Health (CACH).
• Represent the Division and profile the Secretariat’s Health work at international and Commonwealth conferences, seminars, workshops and other public fora, as required.
• Line manage staff in the Health Section and supervise the recruitment of new staff, to ensure that Health Programme targets are met and best practice is followed on staff development.
• Ensure efficient management of the finances of the Health Section in line with Commonwealth Secretariat financial guidelines.
• As a member of the STPD Senior Management Team, deputise as needed for the Director and undertake tasks requested by the Director.

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Manager and Head, Library and Archives, Communication and Public Affairs Division

Reference: 110300315
Location: London, UK
Closing Date: 4 May 2011

Job Summary

The Manager & Head, Library & Archives is responsible for managing and providing efficient Library, Archival and Records Management services for the Commonwealth Secretariat. He/She provides leadership and strategic direction to the Library Team overseeing annual planning, personnel and financial management. To be effective the post-holder needs a combination of specialist expertise in Librarianship/Information Studies, the ability to network with external clients and Secretariat staff and an understanding of the areas in which the Secretariat works. The holder is the chief adviser to the Secretariat on issues around the library and archiving.

Task Description

The officer undertakes work in a number of areas.

Management

• Provides strategic direction and leadership for the Library & Archives
• Manages work undertaken by Library and Archives staff, including annual work plans, appraisals, staff leave, regular monitoring and preparation of rota for staff duties on enquiry desk.
• Manages the budget for library materials and for any special projects which are undertaken.
• Supervises and checks cataloguing and classification undertaken by library staff.
• Liaises with the General Services Section on matters relating to library accommodation and furnishing
• Liaises with the IT Section on matters relating to IT equipment provision

Collection Development

• Liaises with divisions and with individuals within the Secretariat about materials which they require. It is essential that he/she is in touch with what staff in the Secretariat’s divisions are working on and is able to alert them to new material which may be of interest.
• Organises, develops and maintains a systematic up-to-date collection of books, periodicals, reports and other documentation from a wide range of issuing bodies. He/She modifies the collection according to current needs.
• Recommends and selects books, periodicals, newspapers, official publications, etc by scanning publishers catalogues, book reviews, bibliographies and accessions lists.
• Purchases books and liaises with suppliers

Assistance to Users

• Undertakes limited research for senior staff using the library’s stock and online resources.
• Advises and assists staff and external users, including academics, writers and students
• Refers users to other libraries where the Secretariat does not have relevant materials

Development of Electronic Resources

• Works with the Documentation Officer in developing use of the new library management system (In-magic Genie)
• Expand access to electronic resources

Publicity and External Relations

• Raises the profile of the Library and Archives, both within and outside the organisation
• Builds relationships with external bodies, including librarians with an interest in relevant subjects and areas of the Commonwealth

Qualifications and Experience

• A degree, preferably in a subject related to the work of the Secretariat
• A post-graduate qualification in librarianship/information studies
• Experience in the development of library management systems
• Experience in the provision of materials in electronic format
• Minimum of five years library experience at senior level (including experience of managing a small team)
• Experience of drawing and managing a small budget
• A general understanding of the main issues in the areas of archives and records management
• Ability to catalogue and classify

Desirable

• Knowledge of the resources of other libraries
• Knowledge of the modern Commonwealth

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Health Advisor, Social Transformation Programmes Division (Temporary)

Reference: 110300316
Location: London, UK
Duration: 6 months
Closing Date: 4 Apr 2011

Job summary

Reporting to the Head of Health Section, the Adviser (Health) is responsible for developing and implementing, with member governments and other partners, projects and activities to achieve the MDGs. The Adviser will also provide public health advice and information, and may deputise for the Head of Health Section as necessary.

Task description

The post-holder:

• Develops and manages a portfolio of health projects, whilst continuously seeking to improve their content, scope and depth, and methods of delivery;
• Networks with member governments and other partners to develop joint programs;
• Networks with Education and Gender sections of the Division to identify areas for joint planning and programming;
• Seeks funding for the execution of projects and implements them in partnership with major stakeholders through workshops, seminars, and consultations;
• Monitors and evaluates the work of external consultants;
• Contributes to the development of Secretariat strategies for health;
• Facilitates the organisation of the annual Commonwealth Health Ministers Meeting and other Ministerial meetings, in collaboration with others ensuring that important public health issues are reviewed and that a realistic work programme is agreed;
• Represents the Social Transformation Programmes Division at other fora;
• Perform other duties as required.

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Regional Livelihoods Development Lead (Oxfam GB)

Oxford
£23,090 - £29,954 net p.a. + benefits

The Middle East, Eastern Europe and Commonwealth of Independent States include many countries with a wide range of unique – and complex – problems. What unites them all is a need for far-reaching livelihoods programmes and a campaign on Food Justice in a resource-constrained world. Join us and not only will you immerse yourself in their individual cultures and needs, you’ll also play an instrumental role in finding lasting solutions to poverty and injustice.

The role
You’ll make sure we’ve got innovative livelihoods programmes in place that are relevant and provide effective support to the people they’re aimed at helping. That will involve working closely with around 10 country teams to really get to know the key issues and feeding that research into programme design and campaigns development. You’ll take a view on individual country contexts, particularly the key economic and policy issues. And you’ll use your knowledge to support the regional management team with expert advice and develop the capacity of regional staff.

What we’re looking for
Given the scope of this role, you’ll need to have considerable experience of designing imaginative livelihoods programmes that address areas such as market access, value chains and private sector engagement. You’ll understand how economic, gender, social and environmental issues all impact on each other and be able to tie these relationships into programme design. And alongside that knowledge and experience you’ll have a genuine talent for advocacy and campaigning in a development context. Chances are you’ll be working with a similar NGO. But whatever your background you’ll have a sound understanding of this sector and be committed to Oxfam’s aims.

About Oxfam
A simple, inescapable truth underlines everything we do at Oxfam. There’s enough wealth in this world to go around. It’s not unfortunate that people live in poverty. It’s unjustifiable. And it’s not just their problem. It’s ours too. At Oxfam we believe that with the right support, we can beat poverty and injustice. Thousands of people already commit their time and talents to our campaigning, humanitarian and long-term development projects. Now we’re looking for yours.

To find out more about this role and to apply, visit www.oxfam.org.uk/jobs and quote ref: INT4442.

Closing date: 8 April 2011

Oxfam International Country Director, Mali (Oxfam GB)

£26,843 - £36,006 net p.a. / £36,115 - £50,330 gross p.a.
Bamako, Mali (Accompanied position for partner and recognised dependents)

Purpose of the role
• Provides strategic leadership of Oxfam Country Programme in Mali in accordance with Oxfam International global and regional strategy
• Provides leadership to ensure that the Oxfam International Single Management Structure (SMS) change process is implemented successfully
• Takes the lead in managing, setting and communicating overall country direction for Oxfam International and is accountable for providing leadership as the managing affiliate and ensuring teamwork between all Oxfam implementing affiliates operating within country
• Ensures the delivery of programme quality by all implementing affiliates including donor requirements and delivery of outcomes, either directly or through partners, in line with country strategy and operational plan
• Represents Oxfam International and the Country Programme at the highest levels in country, with partners, within the region and globally
• Coordinates the Country Leadership Team (CLT) of the implementing affiliates in Mali, and links-up to the Oxfam GB Regional Centre to establish, build, represent and lead all aspects of the Country Programme

Role & Responsibilities
• Provide leadership in the developing of the long term vision and undertake strategic analysis and planning for the Country Programme, and organises regular updates consistent with the political, social and economic realities and Oxfam International's expectations that its joint program will bring more impact and can be managed more efficiently
• Ensure that Oxfam International Joint Country Analysis and Strategy (JCAS) is developed, implemented, monitored and reviewed; consistent with Oxfam International program policies, processes and standards
• Ensure overall leadership of disaster preparedness, mitigation and management including partner organisations capacity building and Oxfam International humanitarian response activities for Category 1 / 2 / 3 emergencies
• Be accountable for all aspects of Oxfam GB's financial and people management in country, and ensure systems are in place to allow all implementing affiliates to meet Oxfam International financial and people management standards.
• Build effective, collaborative and accountable relationships between Oxfam International affiliates and with their partners to identify joint opportunities, developing strategies and implementing programmes and related campaigns, influencing significant and high profile external relationships in country and / or globally, taking into account the Southern Campaigning Principles
• Work with, and be accountable to, the Oxfam International Regional Programme Governance Group (PGG) in terms of providing annual plans and reports related to the delivery of country programme through implementing Oxfam's operating within country
• Provide leadership and people management expertise in managing complex change initiatives within country, bridging different ways of working and diverse working cultures amongst affiliates
• Represent and demonstrate accountability for Oxfam International corporately in accordance with Oxfam International brand
• Develop and maintain professional networks and relations with partners, national and international agencies, government entities, civil society organisations and other relevant private sector or public organisations, ensuring that Oxfam International develops and maintains a positive profile including ongoing access to relevant information
• Ensure high standards of communication (internal and external), programme management, partner and community engagement and accountability to Oxfam International's stakeholders in country
• Ensure the implementation, monitoring and assessment of programmes (country, regional, thematic) and embed gender sensitive Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) principles as an important way of working
• Identify new funding sources and negotiate funding opportunities within country to support programme implementation
• Develop and maintain internal and external relationships and networks to build, coordinate and implement long-term advocacy and campaign strategies, delivering changes in policy and practice, and contributing to regional and global campaigns
• Actively participate in Regional Programme initiatives, staying informed of relevant programme issues in the region and to contribute to wider programme learning

Skills, Experience & Knowledge
• Senior management experience in leading the development, and ensuring the delivery, of programme strategy, either through partners or directly, in one or more challenging locations
• Proven analytical skills and ability to think strategically, including the ability to think beyond the country programme context and to act within a regional and global framework
• Ability to manage the development of, and contribute to, the high level analysis of factors driving poverty, marginalisation and vulnerability in developing country contexts, including the ability to 'think politically' by understanding motivations, pressures and challenges faced by colleagues, partners and other actors
• Experience in leading and motivating multi disciplinary, multi-cultural, geographically remote people & teams in the delivery of the programme strategy; a high degree of self awareness and an understanding of how to drive and support excellent team performance and individual development & coaching capacity
• Experience of managing complex change processes and relationships involving a wide range of both internal and external multi-cultural stakeholders across a variety of disciplines & geographical areas bridging the affiliate's different ways of working and organisational cultures.
• Experience in representing Oxfam with partners, government agencies, private sector organisations, and donors at senior level: locally, regionally and globally
• An active commitment to promoting gender equity and the interests of marginalised people in all aspects of an organisations work
• High level financial management skills to steer the operational budget
• Experience of fundraising from diverse institutions, both local and international
• Understanding of managing security and risk within an INGO context
• Substantial knowledge or appreciation of the country in the Sahel Sub-Region in terms of its political, economic and social trends and an understanding of the key development, policy and humanitarian issues in the Region
• Good level of IT literacy and an understanding of how new developments in technology can positively contribute to the aims of an INGO
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to motivate, influence, and negotiate
• Fluency in both written and spoken English and French
• Masters degree in a relevant discipline (preferably, development, economics, politics, sociology, humanities) OR
• Minimum of 4 years proven experience of programme development and advocacy work including some experience of humanitarian work. This should include a mature understanding of relevant issues derived from field experience, preferably both in campaigns and development

How to apply

To find out more about this role and to apply, visit www.oxfam.org.uk/jobs and quote ref: INT4424.

Closing date: 31 March 2011

Program Officer/ Senior Program Officer

Reports to: Program Director, Africa
Location: London, UK or Washington, DC, USA

About RI: Relief International (RI), an international relief and development agency with cross-sectoral programs bridging relief and development, currently seeks a Program Officer.

Position Summary:
Under the supervision of the Program Director, the Program Officer/Senior Program Officer administers Relief International’s (RI) programs and develops new program opportunities in collaboration with the field. S/he plays a key role in program assessment, design and evaluation; proposal writing, daily operations, and public relations.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
• Builds partnerships with NGO’s whose projects are likely to enhance the quality of RI’s programs and whose mission is complimentary to RI’s mission.
• Interacts with the local public and governmental agencies in the effort to identify new funding sources and mapping new trends in the development arena to support RI’s programs.
• Responds to solicited Request for Proposals by drafting grant proposals and budgets in coordination with HQ.
• Coordinates timely submission of project reports (narrative and financial) to donors.
• Researches sources of funding for on-going and new programs, prepares analyses of potential donors, and drafts grant proposals and funding requests.
• Assists in preparing public relations materials such as brochures, information sheets, newsletters, and annual reports.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:
This position demands a dynamic individual with a demonstrated ability to achieve results in a demanding and fast paced environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in social sciences, international relations, public relations or administration.
• Two or more years related experience, either at the field or headquarters level. Knowledge of international relief and/or development programming.
• Excellent writing and research skills and high level of computer literacy, including previous proposal writing experience.
• Excellent written and spoken English. Additional relevant regional language experience (e.g. French, Arabic) an advantage.
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate complex activities, able to meet deadlines, and exercise sound judgment.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team or independently.
****US or UK citizenship or valid US or UK residency/work permit required

Salary: Commensurate with experience and qualifications.

How to apply

Application Procedure: To be considered for this recruitment, please submit a cover letter, resume, salary history, 3 professional supervisory references (whom we may contact after a second interview) with the date of availability to HRProgramsHQ@ri.org

Incomplete applications will not be considered. The email subject line should include the following:

Program Officer/Senior Program Officer.

Head of International Programmes

CAFOD’s Mission is to promote human development and social justice in witness to Christian Faith and gospel values. Having invested significantly in a strategic review process and improving purpose-built systems and teams, CAFOD is now poised to deliver a robust portfolio of community-led programmes, with emphasis on transforming the prospects of women and girls.

CAFOD is seeking a Head of Programmes to ensure that our accountability agenda and central focus on women’s rights-based programming is effective in reducing poverty, challenging injustice and supporting sustainable development.

Having significant field experience, preferably in Africa, the Head of Programmes will work alongside a strong senior leadership team to help build the capacity of the devolved structure and efficient decision-making culture. You will be responsible for programme delivery at the highest standard of community empowerment and programme contextualisation. You will be a strongly collaborative leader who is able to translate vision and strategy into execution and sustainable impact. Above all you will certainly have a passion for social change and a fierce resolve to help us to transform lives.

For further information including details on how to apply, please download the appointment details from http://www.perrettlaver.com/candidates, by quoting reference 0785. The closing date for applications is midday on the 6th April 2011.

Specialist in Children’s Communication Milton Keynes

World Vision is a Christian charity and one of the world’s leading relief, development and advocacy organisations, currently helping more than 100 million people in nearly 100 countries in their struggle against poverty, hunger and injustice, irrespective of their religious beliefs. World Vision is built on Christian core values which are reflected in its ethos and culture.

Specialist in Children’s Communication
Milton Keynes

£28,500 - £35,500 depending on experience
Bring our Child Sponsorship Experience to life
Our mission is to inspire the UK to take action that transforms the lives of the world’s poorest children. Our field based staff are changing children’s lives every day and your challenge will be to bring those stories of hope and transformation to life through the letters and pictures the children in our projects send to their sponsors in the UK.

Working with our marketing agency you’ll develop a clear understanding of what really makes our sponsors feel connected to their sponsored child and their community. Using this vision you’ll develop inspiring and effective strategies and resources to build the capacity of our field based staff. This will include travelling to many of our overseas projects to carry out hands on training. Your aim is to continually improve the communications sent from our projects, constantly delighting our supporters. How will you know you’ve been successful? They’ll be telling their friends of their first hand experience of changing children’s lives.

You’ll need strong analytical and creative skills combined with an ability to encourage others so that every child’s experience of writing to their sponsor is exciting and enriching. To succeed you’ll know how to get the best out of children and have the ability to work confidently and collaboratively cross culturally, both in person and remotely. The role involves extensive overseas travel to our projects, which are, by their very nature, in remote areas and challenging environments.

You are likely to:
• Have a teaching qualification and know how to engage school age children
• Have excellent communication and influencing skills
• Enjoy bring creative ideas to life and achieving success through others
• Experience in running inspiring training events
• Have evidence of success in leading projects and achieving change remotely
• Have a passion for applying your professional skills to help children living in poverty.

All applicants must be willing to work within a Christian framework and be sensitive to its various expressions across cultures and denominations. If you’re passionate about our work as a Christian relief, development and advocacy charity, focused on transforming the lives of the world’s poorest children, their families and communities, we’d love to hear from you! Please visit www.worldvision.org.uk/jobs to download a full job description and to apply online.

Closing date: 8th April 2011
If you have any queries please call 01908 244528.

Forest Project Officer

The Forest Trust (TFT) is a UK based charity that works in partnership with both producers and consumers of wood. TFT focuses on making trade in forest products from sustainably managed forests standard practice. In partnership with forest companies, local communities and other stakeholders, TFT provides expert advice and guidance to improve forest management practices towards the achievement of Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certification. Through promoting the international trade of sustainably produced timber, TFT seeks to give forests value as fully functioning ecosystems. TFT is currently working in over 4 million hectares of forests across the globe and is expanding its forestry program to India.

TFT IN INDIA: TFT is launching its office in India in 2011. TFT has opportunities to expand its presence in India to support sustainable forest management and FSC certification, and to link forest products into the international market for certified and responsibly produced products.

FOREST OFFICER RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS
The TFT Forester will be responsible for the implementation of the forest management activities under the direction of the TFT India Program Manager and through guidance from the Field Support Team in Europe. Thespecific tasks will include:
1. Identifying appropriate forest management operations that can link to TFT members’ needs
2. Helping develop a forestry program through outreach and recruitment of forestry operations
3. Helping promote and develop support for TFT’s India programme
4. Providing forest management support to forestry operations that supply into TFT member companies with emphasis in providing assistance on social and environmental issues
5. Conducting gap assessments to assess forest management needs
6. Developing Certification Action Plans for forest management operations
7. Working closely with forest management operations, communities, farmers, and government agencies to implement actions that lead to FSC certification
In addition to working in the field to support forest management operations, the Forest Officer will be responsible for the writing of reports to provide feedback and promoting TFT with stakeholders. The Forest Officer will also undertake general administrative tasks as and when required.

QUALIFICATIONS AND ABILITIES
The Forest Officer is required to meet the following criteria and demonstrate the following experience and skills:
1. Graduate/MSC degree in Forest Management, Social Forestry, Agronomy or related discipline;
2. Ideally at least three years professional experience in the forest, working with farmers and communities, and plantation management.
Understanding of current issues relating to forest certification, especially certification under the FSC system;
4. Ability to work with a variety of stakeholders, especially with communities;
5. Confidence in communicating with a wide range of stakeholders including private companies, public institutions, communities, and NGO’s;
6. Good working knowledge of MS Office Programmes;
7. Strong written and spoken English language abilities are a MUST, and good ability in Hindi, Punjabi and Rajasthani are favorable;
8. Ability to work alone and in a small team and prioritize and organize own work schedule.

OTHER INFORMATION:
SALARY & BENEFITS: to be agreed but based on experience
TERM: 2 years with possible extension