Job Title:Protocol Assistant/Events Coordinator
Job Announcement
Mission Rwanda
Vacancy Announcement No. 15/12
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Open To: All interested candidates Position: Protocol Assistant/Events Coordinator
Location: U.S. Embassy, Kigali
Closing Date: 07/03/2012
Work Hours: 40 hours per week
Salary: *Ordinarily Resident (OR) RWF 6,863,229 (FSN-8) *Not-Ordinary Resident (NOR): USD 44,737 (FP-06- Final step to be Determined by Washington)
NOTE: ALL ORDINARILY RESIDENT APPLICANTS MUST HAVE THE REQUIRED WORK AND RESIDENCY PERMITS TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR CONSIDERATION. APPLICANTS NOT CONTACTED WITHIN 30 DAYS SHOULD CONSIDER THEIR APPLICATION UNSUCCESSFUL. APPLICANTS INTERVIEWED WILL BE ADVISED OF THE RESULTS OF THE INTERVIEW.
The Embassy of the United States of America in Kigali is recruiting for the position of Protocol Assistant/Events Coordinator.
BASIC FUNCTION OF POSITION
Performs the full range of protocol and representational duties of an LES Protocol Assistant/Events Coordinator for the Ambassador and Deputy Chief of Mission and is responsible for overseeing all protocol functions. Serves as liaison between the Executive Office and the Government of Rwanda, keeping current on all changes in high level GOR positions, recommending and scheduling meetings and representational events that support USG interests in Rwanda. Contacts include, but are not limited to, officials at the highest levels of GOR, political party leaders and prominent business leaders. Responsible for maintaining, managing and updating a Mission-wide contact database.
A copy of the complete position description listing all duties and responsibilities is available at the Human Resources Office.
QUALIFICATIONS
All applicants must address each selection criterion detailed below with specific and comprehensive information supporting each item.
University bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Social Sciences, Administration or other relevant field, is required.
Minimum of three years of responsible, professional experience in a position related to program organization, administration and protocol, event management, budgeting or record keeping with a company, local government, NGO, or international organization, is required.
Level IV English, French and Kinyarwanda in speaking, writing and reading, is required.
Thorough knowledge of Rwandan political institutions and structures, local social and diplomatic customs and practices, is required. Knowledge of a variety of reference books/resources related to protocol, diplomacy, event planning, is required. High motivation and ability to work independently with minimum supervision, is required.
Skilled in MS word, Excel with ability to gain knowledge in other applications. Must demonstrate initiative, be detail-oriented and place a high priority on follow-up; able to plan and execute events from conception to aftermath; able to initiate discussion/action if a gap in planning/execution is discovered; able to work on several events/responsibilities at the same time and to set priorities in consultation with supervisor/control officers. Must enjoy working with a variety of people and be able to cooperate effectively. Ability to develop contacts at all levels in private and public sector.
SELECTION PROCESS
When equally qualified, US Citizen Eligible Family Members (AEFMs) and U.S. Veterans will be given preference. Therefore, it is essential that in the application the candidate fully address the required qualifications above.
ADDITIONAL SELECTION CRITERIA
1. Management will consider nepotism/conflict of interest, budget, and residency status in determining successful candidacy.
2. Current employees serving a probationary period are not eligible to apply.
3. Currently employed US Citizens EFMs who hold a FMA appointment are ineligible to apply for advertised positions within the first 90 calendar days of their employment.
4. Currently employed NORs hired under a Personal Services Agreement (PSA) are ineligible to apply for advertised positions within the 90 calendar days of their employment, unless currently hired into a position with a When Actually Employed (WAE) work schedule.
TO APPLY
Interested candidates for this position must submit the following for consideration of the application:
1. Universal Application for Employment as a Locally Employed Staff or Family Member (DS-174); or
2. A current resume or curriculum vitae that provides the same information found on the UAE (see Appendix B); or
3. A combination of both; i.e. Sections 1 -24 of the UAE along with a listing of the applicant’s work experience attached as a separate sheet; plus
4. Candidates who claim U.S. Veterans preference must provide a copy of their Form DD-214 with their application. Candidates who claim conditional U.S. Veterans preference must submit documentation confirming eligibility for a conditional preference in hiring with their application.
5. Any other documentation (e.g., essays, certificates, awards) that addresses the qualification requirements of the position as listed above.
SUBMIT APPLICATION BY HAND TO:
Human Resources Office
American Embassy
HR Office
2657 Avenue de la Gendarmerie
Kigali, Rwanda
B.P. 28 Kigali
OR BY EMAIL TO:
KigaliHRRecruitment@state.gov
(Please include in the subject line): Protocol Assistant – Events Coordinator.
Point of Contact
Javan Kajyambere, HRS, Ext.: 2733
Léandre Niyonsenga, HRA, Ext.: 2807
Tel: +250- 596400.
CLOSING DATE FOR THIS POSITION 07/03/2012
An Equal Opportunity Employer
The US Mission in Kigali provides equal opportunity and fair and equitable treatment in employment to all people without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age disability, political affiliation, marital status, or sexual orientation. The Department of State also strives to achieve equal employment opportunity in all personnel operations through continuing diversity enhancement programs. The EEO complaint procedure is not available to individuals who believe they have been denied equal opportunity based upon marital status or political affiliation. Individuals with such complaints should avail themselves of the appropriate grievance procedures, remedies for prohibited personnel practices, and/or courts for relief.
PLEASE SHARE WITH FAMILY MEMBERS
Appendix A
DEFINITIONS
1. Eligible Family Member (EFM): An individual related to a U.S. Government employee in one of the following ways:
Spouse or same-sex domestic partner (as defined in 3 FAM 1610);
Child, who is unmarried and under 21 years of age or, regardless of age, is incapable of self-support. The term shall include, in addition to natural offspring, stepchildren and adopted children and those under legal guardianship of the employee or the spouse when such children are expected to be under such legal guardianship until they reach 21 years of age and when dependent upon and normally residing with the guardian;
Parent (including stepparents and legally adoptive parents) of the employee or of the spouse, when such parent is at least 51 percent dependent on the employee for support;
Sister or brother (including stepsisters and stepbrothers, or adoptive sisters or brothers) of the employee, or of the spouse, when such sibling is at least 51 percent dependent on the employee for support, unmarried, and under 21 years of age, or regardless of age, incapable of self-support.
2. U.S. Citizen Eligible Family Member (USEFM): For purposes of receiving a preference in hiring for a qualified position, an EFM who meets the following criteria:
U.S. Citizen; and,
EFM (see above) at least 18 years old; and,
Listed on the travel orders of a direct-hire Foreign, Civil, or uniformed service member assigned to or stationed abroad with a USG agency that is under COM authority, or at an office of the American Institute in Taiwan; and either:
Resides at the sponsoring employee's or uniformed service member's post of assignment abroad or at an office of the American Institute in Taiwan; or
Resides at an Involuntary Separate Maintenance Allowance (ISMA) location authorized under 3 FAM 3232.2.
3. Appointment Eligible Family Member (AEFM): EFM (see above) eligible for a Family Member Appointment for purposes of Mission employment:
Is a U.S. citizen; and
Spouse or same-sex domestic partner (as defined in 3 FAM 1610) or a child of the sponsoring employee who is unmarried and at least 18 years old; and
Is listed on the travel orders or approved Form OF-126, Foreign Service Residence and Dependency Report, of a sponsoring employee, i.e., a direct-hire Foreign Service, Civil Service, or uniformed service member who is permanently assigned to or stationed abroad at a U.S. mission, or at an office of the American Institute in Taiwan (AIT), and who is under chief of mission authority; and
Is residing at the sponsoring employee's post of assignment abroad or, as appropriate, office of the American Institute in Taiwan.
Does not receive a Foreign Service or Civil Service annuity
4. Member of Household (MOH): An individual who accompanies a direct-hire Foreign, Civil, or uniformed service member permanently assigned or stationed at a U.S. Foreign Service post or establishment abroad, or at an office of the American Institute in Taiwan. An MOH is:
Not an EFM; and,
Not on the travel orders of the sponsoring employee; and,
Has been officially declared by the sponsoring USG employee to the COM as part of his/her household.
A MOH is under COM authority and may include a parent, unmarried partner, other relative or adult child who falls outside the Department’s current legal and statutory definition of family member. A MOH does not have to be a U.S. Citizen.
4. Not Ordinarily Resident (NOR) – An individual who:
Is not a citizen of the host country; and,
Does not ordinarily reside (OR, see below) in the host country; and,
Is not subject to host country employment and tax laws; and,
Has a U.S. Social Security Number (SSN).
NOR employees are compensated under a GS or FS salary schedule, not under the LCP.
5. Ordinarily Resident (OR) – A Foreign National or U.S. citizen who:
Is locally resident; and,
Has legal, permanent resident status within the host country; and,
Is subject to host country employment and tax laws.
EFMs without U.S. Social Security Numbers are also OR. All OR employees, including U.S. citizens, are compensated in accordance with the Local Compensation Plan (LCP).
Appendix B
If an applicant is submitting a resume or curriculum vitae, s/he must provide the following information equal to what is found on the UAE.
Failure to do so will result in an incomplete application.
A. Position Title
B. Position Grade
C. Vacancy Announcement Number (if known)
D. Dates Available for Work
E. First, Middle, & Last Names as well as any other names used
F. Current Address, Day, Evening, and Cell phone numbers
G. U.S. Citizenship Status (Yes or No) & status of permanent U.S. Resident (Yes
or No; if yes, provide number)
H. U.S. Social Security Number and/or Identification Number
I. Eligibility to work in the country (Yes or No)
J. Special Accommodations the Mission needs to provide (Yes or No; if yes,
provide explanation)
K. If applying for position that includes driving a U.S. Government vehicle,
Driver’s License Class / Type
L. Days available to work
M. List any relatives or members of your household that work for the U.S.
Government (include their Name, Relationship, & Agency, Position, Location)
N. U.S. Eligible Family Member and Veterans Hiring Preference
O. Education
P. License, Skills, Training, Membership, & Recognition
Q. Language Skills
R. Work Experience
S. References
How to Apply;
http://rwanda.usembassy.gov/vacancy_0612-07032012.html
Thursday, June 28, 2012
A.I.D Project Management Specialist Job Vacancy at American Embassy Rwanda
Job Title:A.I.D Project Management Specialist (Pharmaceutical and Health Commodities)
Job Opportunity
USAID/ RWANDA
Re-Adertisement
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT: 2012 - 017
NOTE: All applicants must be RESIDING IN COUNTRY and have the required work and/or residency permits to be eligible for consideration.
OPEN TO: All interested Candidates.
POSITION: A.I.D Project Management Specialist (Pharmaceutical and Health Commodities), Grade level: FSN-11 BASIC SALARY: From FRW 14,230,851 to FRW 24,192,452 per year.
OPENING DATE: July 01, 2012
CLOSING DATE: July 22, 2012
WORK HOURS: Full-time; 40 hours/week.
USAID/Rwanda is seeking an Ordinarily Resident citizen or individual with the required work permit for employment as A.I.D Project Management Specialist (Pharmaceuticals and Health Commodities).
BASIC FUNCTION OF POSITION
The Pharmaceuticals and Health Commodities Specialist will contribute to the management and implementation of the health system strengthening portfolio. S/He will support results and provide expert advice in the area of commodities and logistics, including procurement, logistics, and pharmaceutical management. The selected candidate will be responsible for advising USAID/Rwanda Mission, the health team and other USG agencies and partners on commodity procurement and logistics issues and programs. A copy of the complete position description listing all duties and responsibilities is available on the link: http://transition.usaid.ov/rw
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED
NOTE: All applicants must address each selection criteria detailed below with specific and comprehensive information supporting each item.
Education (1OPtsZ
- Master's degree in public health, supply -chain, business, pharmaceutical management, health policy, public administration or related field required.
Prior Work Experience (35Pts)
- Minimum 5 years' relevant professional experience (includes pharmaceutical and health commodities project management and administration) is required.
Language Proficiency (1OPts):
- Strong oral and written skills, including the ability to clearly communicate new program and technical concepts to technical and non-technical counterparts in English required. (Level 4).
Knowledge_(35Pts):
1. Strong understanding of Rwanda public health and pharmaceutical sector.
2. Strong understanding of supply chain systems and commodity logistics for all health products (including HIV/AIDS, TB, malaria, family planning, and essential medicines).
3. Understanding of how supply chains and commodity security aligns with overall health systems strengthening.
4. Understanding of the components to support an enabling environment for commodity security and strong supply chain system, including but not limited to leadership, policy and regulatory systems, financing and
resource mobilization, advocacy, and rational drug use.
5. Experience and/or understanding of quantification, forecasting, and supply planning preferred.
6. Experience and/or understanding of freight forwarding, import regulations and custom clearance procedures.
7. Practical experience in Health/Pharmaceuticals procurement and understanding of international procurement regulations.
Skills and Abilities (1Opts2
1. Excellent communication skills (writing and speaking).
2. Excellent presentation, research/analytical and quantitative skills.
3. Excellent skills in representation, liaison and collaboration with government, private, and non-governmental organizations.
4. Demonstrated skills in Microsoft Office Suite applications, including Word, Excel, Project and PowerPoint.
5. Proven ability to work as part of a team.
6. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Current employees serving a probationary period are not eligible to apply.
HOW TO APPLY
Interested applicants for this position must submit all of the following or their applications won't be considered:
1. Application for employment as locally employed staff or family member form (DS- 174) which is provided at the link: http://transition.usaid.gov/rw
2. A current resume or curriculum vitae that provides the same information as in the DS-174;
3. Any other documentation (e.g., essays, certificates, awards, and copies of degrees earned) that addresses the qualification requirements of the position as listed above.
SUBMIT APPLICATION BY E-MAIL TO:
Human Resources Office,
USAID/Rwanda
E-mail: Kigalihr@usaid.gov
Tel: 0252-596800, Ext. # 2694 and # 2693
CLOSING DATE FOR THIS POSITION: July 22, 2012.
Job Opportunity
USAID/ RWANDA
Re-Adertisement
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT: 2012 - 017
NOTE: All applicants must be RESIDING IN COUNTRY and have the required work and/or residency permits to be eligible for consideration.
OPEN TO: All interested Candidates.
POSITION: A.I.D Project Management Specialist (Pharmaceutical and Health Commodities), Grade level: FSN-11 BASIC SALARY: From FRW 14,230,851 to FRW 24,192,452 per year.
OPENING DATE: July 01, 2012
CLOSING DATE: July 22, 2012
WORK HOURS: Full-time; 40 hours/week.
USAID/Rwanda is seeking an Ordinarily Resident citizen or individual with the required work permit for employment as A.I.D Project Management Specialist (Pharmaceuticals and Health Commodities).
BASIC FUNCTION OF POSITION
The Pharmaceuticals and Health Commodities Specialist will contribute to the management and implementation of the health system strengthening portfolio. S/He will support results and provide expert advice in the area of commodities and logistics, including procurement, logistics, and pharmaceutical management. The selected candidate will be responsible for advising USAID/Rwanda Mission, the health team and other USG agencies and partners on commodity procurement and logistics issues and programs. A copy of the complete position description listing all duties and responsibilities is available on the link: http://transition.usaid.ov/rw
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED
NOTE: All applicants must address each selection criteria detailed below with specific and comprehensive information supporting each item.
Education (1OPtsZ
- Master's degree in public health, supply -chain, business, pharmaceutical management, health policy, public administration or related field required.
Prior Work Experience (35Pts)
- Minimum 5 years' relevant professional experience (includes pharmaceutical and health commodities project management and administration) is required.
Language Proficiency (1OPts):
- Strong oral and written skills, including the ability to clearly communicate new program and technical concepts to technical and non-technical counterparts in English required. (Level 4).
Knowledge_(35Pts):
1. Strong understanding of Rwanda public health and pharmaceutical sector.
2. Strong understanding of supply chain systems and commodity logistics for all health products (including HIV/AIDS, TB, malaria, family planning, and essential medicines).
3. Understanding of how supply chains and commodity security aligns with overall health systems strengthening.
4. Understanding of the components to support an enabling environment for commodity security and strong supply chain system, including but not limited to leadership, policy and regulatory systems, financing and
resource mobilization, advocacy, and rational drug use.
5. Experience and/or understanding of quantification, forecasting, and supply planning preferred.
6. Experience and/or understanding of freight forwarding, import regulations and custom clearance procedures.
7. Practical experience in Health/Pharmaceuticals procurement and understanding of international procurement regulations.
Skills and Abilities (1Opts2
1. Excellent communication skills (writing and speaking).
2. Excellent presentation, research/analytical and quantitative skills.
3. Excellent skills in representation, liaison and collaboration with government, private, and non-governmental organizations.
4. Demonstrated skills in Microsoft Office Suite applications, including Word, Excel, Project and PowerPoint.
5. Proven ability to work as part of a team.
6. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Current employees serving a probationary period are not eligible to apply.
HOW TO APPLY
Interested applicants for this position must submit all of the following or their applications won't be considered:
1. Application for employment as locally employed staff or family member form (DS- 174) which is provided at the link: http://transition.usaid.gov/rw
2. A current resume or curriculum vitae that provides the same information as in the DS-174;
3. Any other documentation (e.g., essays, certificates, awards, and copies of degrees earned) that addresses the qualification requirements of the position as listed above.
SUBMIT APPLICATION BY E-MAIL TO:
Human Resources Office,
USAID/Rwanda
E-mail: Kigalihr@usaid.gov
Tel: 0252-596800, Ext. # 2694 and # 2693
CLOSING DATE FOR THIS POSITION: July 22, 2012.
Response Manager Job Vacancy at World Vision South Africa
Job Title: Response Manager Application Deadline Date: 08 Jul 2012
Position Location: Juba Position Start Date: 01 Aug 2012
Region: Africa\East Africa Position End Date: 31 Oct 2012
Requisition Category: International Recruitment Priority: Need Immediately
Country Name: Sudan Program/Office Name: WV South Sudan
City/Province: Juba Employee Type: Contract
Job Grade Level: 13 Recruitment Status: Advertising in Progress
Is this a family post? Non-family - Staff only
Requisition Num: 2012AFEFDRI-8R6R5P
Response Manager provides strategic leadership and day-to-day management to the field operations in the assigned Region to ensure that they are effective and meet the designated goals and objectives of World Vision, the donors and the target population. Lead the assigned Regional Programme Team in the development, implementation, oversight and evaluation of all programming, with emphasis on strategic development, resource acquisition and quality control, as well as staff development.
Response Manager
· Act as a Leader for the Regional Programme Team
· Provide administrative management for the implementation of all WV Programs in the assigned Region in accordance with the overall WV Southern Sudan country strategy, policies, procedures and objectives.
· Ensure that all programmes are closely integrated and that all programmes receive adequate planning, monitoring and are evaluated and LEAP compliant
· Participate in the assessment of community needs and resources in the assigned Region.
· Where necessary and in conjunction with the Regional Program Officer, prepare project proposals and budgets, seeking to diversify funding and other resources.
· Assist in the development of strategies for long-term or additional interventions in the assigned Region.
· Maintain familiarity with the requirements and compliance procedures of current and new programme donors.
· Work closely with the Operations Director and Technical Program Director in ensuring the smooth functioning of the assigned Regional programme
· Oversee all aspects of day-to-day the assigned Regional Programme implementation, ensuring the achievement of the programme operational goals
· With the assistance of Regional Program Officer ensure that all donor and Support Office reporting requirements are met
· With the assistance of Regional Program Officer manage and evaluate operations budgets, project funding, expenditures and accomplishment of ministry objectives
· Support and supervise the work of County Teams and all operations staff in the assigned Region.
· Monitor the progress of projects with Regional Programme Officer, including frequent visits to sub-offices, projects and communities in the assigned Region.
· Develop partnership relationships with local organisations and communities to assess the effectiveness of current projects and to identify possibilities for new projects and funding in the assigned Region.
· Prepare training materials and conduct training of field office and WV staff in project design, implementation and management and in reporting systems/procedures
· Work with the Regional Programme Team to develop annual / quarterly / monthly operating plans and participate in the formulation of management plans and the country strategy for the WV Southern Sudan
· Prepare financial status and project progress reports, and other information as required for the donors, the Program Director, Support Offices, and Partnership Office
· Co-ordinate on-going monitoring and the evaluation of all project activities in the assigned Region with Regional Programme Officer.
· Contribute to the development of a national strategy for the Operations/ Supply-chain Division, which will be guided by sound relief/ transitional development principles
· Ensure that proper accounting systems and practices are in place in the assigned Region so as to facilitate the approval of funding for projects
· Assess the effectiveness of current projects and identify possibilities for new projects in the assigned Region
· Provide information and participate in the recruitment, selection and development of staff for the assigned Region
· Provide mentoring and counselling (psychological support) for staff in the assigned Region with Regional HR & Admin Officer
· Any other appropriate tasks required for the support of WV Southern Sudan programme
Liaison
· Act as WVSS official representative in the assigned Region
· Engage in networking with the Government Authorities, SSRRC, donors, NGOs and UN agencies
· Maintain regular contact with other international and local non-governmental organizations (NGOs) and government officials working to serve as a network for obtaining and co-ordinating information regarding current and future work in the assigned Region
· Along with the County Team leaders maintain good working relationships with local authorities and community leaders, without compromising the independence of WVSS and its non-governmental role.
Communication
· Manage public relations for the assigned Regional Office, including arranging schedules for visitors and media groups, transport, lodging, arranging of appointments and orientation to projects
· When appropriate, keep the Communications Officer in Juba informed of media opportunities and coordinate
· Work with the Program Director in Juba to deliver appropriate communication services to the programme and to ensure adherence to WV Communications standards
Finance
· Work with the Finance Director in Juba to support the assigned Regional Grant/ Finance Officer to deliver appropriate financial services to the field team and to ensure accountability according to WV Finance standards
Human Resources
· Work with the HR & Admin Director in Juba to support the assigned Regional HR & Admin Officer to deliver appropriate HR services to the Regional Programme team and to ensure the application of policies and procedures that follow WV standards using a participative and achievement oriented management style.
· Maintain team spirit and ensure welfare of WV staff in the assigned Region.
· Consult, listen and use suggestions from team members in decision making.
· Set goals for Regional Programme staff and show confidence that they can achieve these goals.
· Create a supportive work environment
· Be an example of self-managing stress
· Acknowledge and appreciate efforts others put in the work
· Consider technical/professional inputs from team
Supply Chain and Logistics
· Support the Regional Supply-Chain/ Logistic Officer to deliver appropriate services to the field team and to ensure accountability according to WV procurement and financial control standards.
IT
· Work with the IT Manager in Juba to facilitate appropriate IT services to the Regional Programme team and to ensure the application of policies and procedures that follow WV standards
Security
· Ensure WV staff comply with security protocols and work in as secure environment
· Work with the Operation Director in the assigned Region to facilitate appropriate security advice and communication services to the Regional Programme team and to ensure adherence to WV security standards
REQUIRED:
· Experience with World Vision or a similar large NGOs’ policies and procedures
· Experience in management and knowledge of basic accounting methods and procedures
· Strong and proven people management skills
· Ability to train and supervise a multi-cultural staff team
· Good cross-cultural communication skills
· An openness to learning about and understanding the culture, political, and social and economic situation of the country
· Experience in project design, implementation, monitoring and evaluation
· Good public relations and public speaking skill
· A committed Christian who is willing to accept WV’s Christian ethos as reflected in the core values.
· Requires a willingness to spend at least 33% of his/her time in the field visiting projects sometimes under difficult living conditions.
· Ability to work and travel extensively in Southern Sudan and elsewhere to attend various senior management meetings internationally and within the WV Partnership
· Experience in the management of relief and development work
At least 7 years field experience in a developing country
PREFERRED:
· Master’s Degree qualification in sociology
How to Apply;
https://jobs.wvi.org/webjobs.nsf/WebPublished/6390FD265F747AF488257A2B002A5C9B?OpenDocument
Position Location: Juba Position Start Date: 01 Aug 2012
Region: Africa\East Africa Position End Date: 31 Oct 2012
Requisition Category: International Recruitment Priority: Need Immediately
Country Name: Sudan Program/Office Name: WV South Sudan
City/Province: Juba Employee Type: Contract
Job Grade Level: 13 Recruitment Status: Advertising in Progress
Is this a family post? Non-family - Staff only
Requisition Num: 2012AFEFDRI-8R6R5P
Response Manager provides strategic leadership and day-to-day management to the field operations in the assigned Region to ensure that they are effective and meet the designated goals and objectives of World Vision, the donors and the target population. Lead the assigned Regional Programme Team in the development, implementation, oversight and evaluation of all programming, with emphasis on strategic development, resource acquisition and quality control, as well as staff development.
Response Manager
· Act as a Leader for the Regional Programme Team
· Provide administrative management for the implementation of all WV Programs in the assigned Region in accordance with the overall WV Southern Sudan country strategy, policies, procedures and objectives.
· Ensure that all programmes are closely integrated and that all programmes receive adequate planning, monitoring and are evaluated and LEAP compliant
· Participate in the assessment of community needs and resources in the assigned Region.
· Where necessary and in conjunction with the Regional Program Officer, prepare project proposals and budgets, seeking to diversify funding and other resources.
· Assist in the development of strategies for long-term or additional interventions in the assigned Region.
· Maintain familiarity with the requirements and compliance procedures of current and new programme donors.
· Work closely with the Operations Director and Technical Program Director in ensuring the smooth functioning of the assigned Regional programme
· Oversee all aspects of day-to-day the assigned Regional Programme implementation, ensuring the achievement of the programme operational goals
· With the assistance of Regional Program Officer ensure that all donor and Support Office reporting requirements are met
· With the assistance of Regional Program Officer manage and evaluate operations budgets, project funding, expenditures and accomplishment of ministry objectives
· Support and supervise the work of County Teams and all operations staff in the assigned Region.
· Monitor the progress of projects with Regional Programme Officer, including frequent visits to sub-offices, projects and communities in the assigned Region.
· Develop partnership relationships with local organisations and communities to assess the effectiveness of current projects and to identify possibilities for new projects and funding in the assigned Region.
· Prepare training materials and conduct training of field office and WV staff in project design, implementation and management and in reporting systems/procedures
· Work with the Regional Programme Team to develop annual / quarterly / monthly operating plans and participate in the formulation of management plans and the country strategy for the WV Southern Sudan
· Prepare financial status and project progress reports, and other information as required for the donors, the Program Director, Support Offices, and Partnership Office
· Co-ordinate on-going monitoring and the evaluation of all project activities in the assigned Region with Regional Programme Officer.
· Contribute to the development of a national strategy for the Operations/ Supply-chain Division, which will be guided by sound relief/ transitional development principles
· Ensure that proper accounting systems and practices are in place in the assigned Region so as to facilitate the approval of funding for projects
· Assess the effectiveness of current projects and identify possibilities for new projects in the assigned Region
· Provide information and participate in the recruitment, selection and development of staff for the assigned Region
· Provide mentoring and counselling (psychological support) for staff in the assigned Region with Regional HR & Admin Officer
· Any other appropriate tasks required for the support of WV Southern Sudan programme
Liaison
· Act as WVSS official representative in the assigned Region
· Engage in networking with the Government Authorities, SSRRC, donors, NGOs and UN agencies
· Maintain regular contact with other international and local non-governmental organizations (NGOs) and government officials working to serve as a network for obtaining and co-ordinating information regarding current and future work in the assigned Region
· Along with the County Team leaders maintain good working relationships with local authorities and community leaders, without compromising the independence of WVSS and its non-governmental role.
Communication
· Manage public relations for the assigned Regional Office, including arranging schedules for visitors and media groups, transport, lodging, arranging of appointments and orientation to projects
· When appropriate, keep the Communications Officer in Juba informed of media opportunities and coordinate
· Work with the Program Director in Juba to deliver appropriate communication services to the programme and to ensure adherence to WV Communications standards
Finance
· Work with the Finance Director in Juba to support the assigned Regional Grant/ Finance Officer to deliver appropriate financial services to the field team and to ensure accountability according to WV Finance standards
Human Resources
· Work with the HR & Admin Director in Juba to support the assigned Regional HR & Admin Officer to deliver appropriate HR services to the Regional Programme team and to ensure the application of policies and procedures that follow WV standards using a participative and achievement oriented management style.
· Maintain team spirit and ensure welfare of WV staff in the assigned Region.
· Consult, listen and use suggestions from team members in decision making.
· Set goals for Regional Programme staff and show confidence that they can achieve these goals.
· Create a supportive work environment
· Be an example of self-managing stress
· Acknowledge and appreciate efforts others put in the work
· Consider technical/professional inputs from team
Supply Chain and Logistics
· Support the Regional Supply-Chain/ Logistic Officer to deliver appropriate services to the field team and to ensure accountability according to WV procurement and financial control standards.
IT
· Work with the IT Manager in Juba to facilitate appropriate IT services to the Regional Programme team and to ensure the application of policies and procedures that follow WV standards
Security
· Ensure WV staff comply with security protocols and work in as secure environment
· Work with the Operation Director in the assigned Region to facilitate appropriate security advice and communication services to the Regional Programme team and to ensure adherence to WV security standards
REQUIRED:
· Experience with World Vision or a similar large NGOs’ policies and procedures
· Experience in management and knowledge of basic accounting methods and procedures
· Strong and proven people management skills
· Ability to train and supervise a multi-cultural staff team
· Good cross-cultural communication skills
· An openness to learning about and understanding the culture, political, and social and economic situation of the country
· Experience in project design, implementation, monitoring and evaluation
· Good public relations and public speaking skill
· A committed Christian who is willing to accept WV’s Christian ethos as reflected in the core values.
· Requires a willingness to spend at least 33% of his/her time in the field visiting projects sometimes under difficult living conditions.
· Ability to work and travel extensively in Southern Sudan and elsewhere to attend various senior management meetings internationally and within the WV Partnership
· Experience in the management of relief and development work
At least 7 years field experience in a developing country
PREFERRED:
· Master’s Degree qualification in sociology
How to Apply;
https://jobs.wvi.org/webjobs.nsf/WebPublished/6390FD265F747AF488257A2B002A5C9B?OpenDocument
Global Response Manager Job Vacancy at World Vision Senegal
Job Title: GLOBAL RESPONSE MANAGER – SAHEL FOOD AND NUTRITION CRISIS RESPONSE Application Deadline Date: 30 Jun 2012
Position Location: Senegal Position Start Date: 15 Jul 2012
Region: Africa\West Africa Position End Date: 14 Jan 2013
Requisition Category: International Recruitment Priority: Need Immediately
Country Name: Senegal Program/Office Name: World Vision West Africa
City/Province: Senegal Employee Type: Contract
Job Grade Level: 164 Recruitment Status: Advertising in Progress
Is this a family post? Family - Spouse with Children
Requisition Num: 2012AFWMNDE-8VDGRT
PURPOSE OF POSITION:
Provide leadership to the WARO Humanitarian & Emergency Affairs (HEA) team to ensure relief program implementation in the Global Response to the Sahel food and Nutrition Crisis Response programme in a coordinated and effective manner in close coordination with the National Directors, Operations Directors and Senior Leadership Team (via the Senior Director of Operations.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Lead the planning process of the response based on the program strategy.
Provide overall strategic management to the response and act as a spokesperson for the Partnership and external stakeholders in collaboration with the National Director and key stakeholders
Coordinate needs sectors based on capacity assessment.
In conjunction with the Security point person and ND, ensure that appropriate security measures are in place and undertaken during the response.
Manage program and budget planning processes.
Coordinate with P&C Director to set the staff planning and ensure qualified members are hired and properly coached.
Advise regularly update the SLT on strategic directions of the emergency response
Lead and guide relief program design processes. This process involves maintaining a credible and high quality relief program, and will include needs assessment, project design and plans, proposal writing, with subsequent regular reporting to donors and (World Vision) WV Support Offices.
Provide program oversight, ensuring the program is meeting accountability and international standards, goals and implementation objectives.
Assure the emergency response transitions effectively into a longer term programme, run via the National Offices, focusing on strengthening community resilience to these types of natural disasters.
Be informed and understand the needs and situation in the field through regular field visits to disaster-prone emergency sites.
Participate in, and provide leadership to the relief team in assessments, planning and implementation of emergency preparedness, relief and recovery activities.
Ensure that all emergency relief responses have clear exit or transition strategies established well in advance of the completion of those responses, and oversee the implementation of those exits or transitions to longer-term development programming(focusing on strengthening community resilience to these types of natural disasters) run by national offices.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
REQUIRED:
BA in Management, Human Resources, Business Administration, Public Admin, or related field
PREFERRED:
French language skills
How to Apply;
https://jobs.wvi.org/webjobs.nsf/WebPublished/16C11269EF4A2CC788257A21007207EF?OpenDocument
Position Location: Senegal Position Start Date: 15 Jul 2012
Region: Africa\West Africa Position End Date: 14 Jan 2013
Requisition Category: International Recruitment Priority: Need Immediately
Country Name: Senegal Program/Office Name: World Vision West Africa
City/Province: Senegal Employee Type: Contract
Job Grade Level: 164 Recruitment Status: Advertising in Progress
Is this a family post? Family - Spouse with Children
Requisition Num: 2012AFWMNDE-8VDGRT
PURPOSE OF POSITION:
Provide leadership to the WARO Humanitarian & Emergency Affairs (HEA) team to ensure relief program implementation in the Global Response to the Sahel food and Nutrition Crisis Response programme in a coordinated and effective manner in close coordination with the National Directors, Operations Directors and Senior Leadership Team (via the Senior Director of Operations.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Lead the planning process of the response based on the program strategy.
Provide overall strategic management to the response and act as a spokesperson for the Partnership and external stakeholders in collaboration with the National Director and key stakeholders
Coordinate needs sectors based on capacity assessment.
In conjunction with the Security point person and ND, ensure that appropriate security measures are in place and undertaken during the response.
Manage program and budget planning processes.
Coordinate with P&C Director to set the staff planning and ensure qualified members are hired and properly coached.
Advise regularly update the SLT on strategic directions of the emergency response
Lead and guide relief program design processes. This process involves maintaining a credible and high quality relief program, and will include needs assessment, project design and plans, proposal writing, with subsequent regular reporting to donors and (World Vision) WV Support Offices.
Provide program oversight, ensuring the program is meeting accountability and international standards, goals and implementation objectives.
Assure the emergency response transitions effectively into a longer term programme, run via the National Offices, focusing on strengthening community resilience to these types of natural disasters.
Be informed and understand the needs and situation in the field through regular field visits to disaster-prone emergency sites.
Participate in, and provide leadership to the relief team in assessments, planning and implementation of emergency preparedness, relief and recovery activities.
Ensure that all emergency relief responses have clear exit or transition strategies established well in advance of the completion of those responses, and oversee the implementation of those exits or transitions to longer-term development programming(focusing on strengthening community resilience to these types of natural disasters) run by national offices.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
REQUIRED:
BA in Management, Human Resources, Business Administration, Public Admin, or related field
PREFERRED:
French language skills
How to Apply;
https://jobs.wvi.org/webjobs.nsf/WebPublished/16C11269EF4A2CC788257A21007207EF?OpenDocument
Program Officer Job Vacancy at World Vision Niger
Job Title: WORLD VISION NIGER PROGRAM OFFICER Application Deadline Date: 28 Jun 2012
Position Location: Niamey Position Start Date: 15 Jul 2012
Region: Africa\West Africa Position End Date: 14 Jan 2013
Requisition Category: International Recruitment Priority: Need Immediately
Country Name: Niger Program/Office Name: World Vision Niger
City/Province: Niamey Employee Type: Contract
Job Grade Level: 148 Recruitment Status: SS Interviews in Progress
Is this a family post? Family - Spouse with Children
Requisition Num: 2012AFWMNDE-8VGHNZ
PURPOSE OF POSITION:
Under the direction of the Program Development Team leader, assist the Director of Program Development in developing and coordinating proposals for multi-sectoral & multi-area relief and recovery programs; liaising with potential and current donors to establish relationships that promote fund acquisition and program collaboration; providing overall coordination in technical assistance, planning, implementing, monitoring, evaluating and reporting of assigned portfolios; and collaborating with other departments to develop integrated programming.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Identify funding gaps and seek new funding to support the program as needed.
Assist the Program Development Director on monthly financial reviews and quarterly project implementation and financial reviews, and follow up on budget adjustments (amendment requests) where necessary, according to donor requirements.
Work with field-based staff to develop concept papers and prepare proposals (including logical frameworks, draft budgets, budget narratives, and monitoring and evaluation plans) for major government, private and multi-lateral donors.
Work with field-based staff to prepare monthly, annual and end-of-project narrative reports and donor updates as required.
Participate in the design and implementation of baseline surveys, needs assessments, and impact evaluations as necessary.
Assist in preparation of the organization’s operating plan and strategy.
Assist in development and implementation of systems that will support the organization’s efforts to monitor and evaluate its programs, to track information on project implementation, to store vital program documentation, and to gather and store information vital to communicating project impact and promote pro-active learning.
Assist in monitoring program progress to ensure donor compliance and program quality and discuss/initiate, where necessary, adjustments to original plans in close coordination with the Director of Program Development, SOs and external donors, based on sound impact analysis of proposed changes
Provide program updates as needed to key WV support offices, the Regional Office, donors and partners.
Assist the Program Development Director with developing key relationships and partnerships with other INGOs, local NGOs and donors.
Assist in drafting, monitoring implementation, reporting and signing of technical agreements with line ministries and other Government agencies.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
REQUIRED:
Excellent English language communication skills (oral and written).
Excellent analytical/problem-solving skills and attention to detail in the development of written documents.
Cross-cultural sensitivity, flexible worldview, emotional maturity and physical stamina.
Ability to maintain performance expectations in diverse cultural contexts, psychologically stressful environments, and physical hardship conditions with limited resources.
Ability to exhibit exemplary lifestyle as interpreted in specific local cultural context.
Written communication: expresses ideas, thoughts and concepts clearly and effectively in writing using correct and appropriate grammar, structure and spelling.
Computer skills: demonstrates proficiency in computer applications including use of Microsoft Office Suite, Lotus Notes, intranet and internet, and various software applications and databases commonly used in the work space.
At least 3 years of previous experience in project design, proposal writing and donor relations for an INGO in a relief and / or development context. At least one year of field-based work in a similar, conflict-prone environment is required.
Experience developing programs and proposals in the following fields preferred: Health & Nutrition, Food Aid, Shelter, Economic Recovery & Livelihoods, Children in Emergencies, WASH.
Experience negotiating with Government, Bi / Multi-lateral Agencies, private donors.
Experience working in a cross-cultural environment
Bachelor’s degree in a related field from accredited university.
Development: Strong knowledge and understanding of the humanitarian industry (relief, development, and advocacy), including how INGOs operate in the global and local contexts. Strong understanding of WV’s current ministry and operations.
Strong networking skills.
Broad understanding and in-depth knowledge of government and bi/multilateral agency funding requirements, systems and procedures.
Excellent skills in project design, budget preparation, evaluation and report writing.
Ability to independently develop log frames, monitoring and evaluation plans and indicator tracking tables for projects and programs.
Understanding of World Vision’s Child wellbeing indicators, LEAP processes and templates.
PREFERRED:
French
How to Apply;
https://jobs.wvi.org/webjobs.nsf/WebPublished/694F0436145712EE88257A25005AB18C?OpenDocument
Position Location: Niamey Position Start Date: 15 Jul 2012
Region: Africa\West Africa Position End Date: 14 Jan 2013
Requisition Category: International Recruitment Priority: Need Immediately
Country Name: Niger Program/Office Name: World Vision Niger
City/Province: Niamey Employee Type: Contract
Job Grade Level: 148 Recruitment Status: SS Interviews in Progress
Is this a family post? Family - Spouse with Children
Requisition Num: 2012AFWMNDE-8VGHNZ
PURPOSE OF POSITION:
Under the direction of the Program Development Team leader, assist the Director of Program Development in developing and coordinating proposals for multi-sectoral & multi-area relief and recovery programs; liaising with potential and current donors to establish relationships that promote fund acquisition and program collaboration; providing overall coordination in technical assistance, planning, implementing, monitoring, evaluating and reporting of assigned portfolios; and collaborating with other departments to develop integrated programming.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Identify funding gaps and seek new funding to support the program as needed.
Assist the Program Development Director on monthly financial reviews and quarterly project implementation and financial reviews, and follow up on budget adjustments (amendment requests) where necessary, according to donor requirements.
Work with field-based staff to develop concept papers and prepare proposals (including logical frameworks, draft budgets, budget narratives, and monitoring and evaluation plans) for major government, private and multi-lateral donors.
Work with field-based staff to prepare monthly, annual and end-of-project narrative reports and donor updates as required.
Participate in the design and implementation of baseline surveys, needs assessments, and impact evaluations as necessary.
Assist in preparation of the organization’s operating plan and strategy.
Assist in development and implementation of systems that will support the organization’s efforts to monitor and evaluate its programs, to track information on project implementation, to store vital program documentation, and to gather and store information vital to communicating project impact and promote pro-active learning.
Assist in monitoring program progress to ensure donor compliance and program quality and discuss/initiate, where necessary, adjustments to original plans in close coordination with the Director of Program Development, SOs and external donors, based on sound impact analysis of proposed changes
Provide program updates as needed to key WV support offices, the Regional Office, donors and partners.
Assist the Program Development Director with developing key relationships and partnerships with other INGOs, local NGOs and donors.
Assist in drafting, monitoring implementation, reporting and signing of technical agreements with line ministries and other Government agencies.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
REQUIRED:
Excellent English language communication skills (oral and written).
Excellent analytical/problem-solving skills and attention to detail in the development of written documents.
Cross-cultural sensitivity, flexible worldview, emotional maturity and physical stamina.
Ability to maintain performance expectations in diverse cultural contexts, psychologically stressful environments, and physical hardship conditions with limited resources.
Ability to exhibit exemplary lifestyle as interpreted in specific local cultural context.
Written communication: expresses ideas, thoughts and concepts clearly and effectively in writing using correct and appropriate grammar, structure and spelling.
Computer skills: demonstrates proficiency in computer applications including use of Microsoft Office Suite, Lotus Notes, intranet and internet, and various software applications and databases commonly used in the work space.
At least 3 years of previous experience in project design, proposal writing and donor relations for an INGO in a relief and / or development context. At least one year of field-based work in a similar, conflict-prone environment is required.
Experience developing programs and proposals in the following fields preferred: Health & Nutrition, Food Aid, Shelter, Economic Recovery & Livelihoods, Children in Emergencies, WASH.
Experience negotiating with Government, Bi / Multi-lateral Agencies, private donors.
Experience working in a cross-cultural environment
Bachelor’s degree in a related field from accredited university.
Development: Strong knowledge and understanding of the humanitarian industry (relief, development, and advocacy), including how INGOs operate in the global and local contexts. Strong understanding of WV’s current ministry and operations.
Strong networking skills.
Broad understanding and in-depth knowledge of government and bi/multilateral agency funding requirements, systems and procedures.
Excellent skills in project design, budget preparation, evaluation and report writing.
Ability to independently develop log frames, monitoring and evaluation plans and indicator tracking tables for projects and programs.
Understanding of World Vision’s Child wellbeing indicators, LEAP processes and templates.
PREFERRED:
French
How to Apply;
https://jobs.wvi.org/webjobs.nsf/WebPublished/694F0436145712EE88257A25005AB18C?OpenDocument
Busines Development Manager Job Vacancy at World Vision Niger
Job Title: Busines Development Manager Application Deadline Date: 15 Jul 2012
Position Location: Niger Position Start Date: 01 Aug 2012
Region: Africa\West Africa Position End Date: 31 Jul 2013
Requisition Category: International Recruitment Priority: Need Immediately
Country Name: Niger Program/Office Name: Niger
City/Province: Niger Employee Type: Contract
Job Grade Level: 160 Recruitment Status: SS Interviews in Progress
Is this a family post? Non-family - Staff only
Requisition Num: 2012AFWIGUO-8UXFQQ
PURPOSE OF POSITION:
Under the direction of the Operations Director, assist in developing and coordinating proposals for multi-sectoral & multi-area development, relief and recovery programs; liaising with potential and current donors to establish relationships that promote fund acquisition and program collaboration; providing overall coordination in technical assistance, planning, implementing, monitoring, evaluating and
reporting of assigned portfolios; and collaborating with other departments to
develop integrated programming.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Program Development and Fundraising
Work with field-based staff to develop concept papers and prepare proposals (including logical frameworks, draft budgets, budget narratives, and monitoring and evaluation plans) for major government, private and multi-lateral donors.
Work with field-based staff to prepare monthly, annual and end-of-project narrative reports and donor updates as required.
Participate in the design and implementation of baseline surveys, needs assessments, and impact evaluations as necessary.
Assist in preparation of the organization’s operating plan and strategy.
Assist in development and implementation of systems that will support the organization’s efforts to monitor and evaluate its programs, to track information on project implementation, to store vital program documentation, and to gather and store information vital to communicating project impact
and promote pro-active learning.
Assist in monitoring program progress to ensure donor compliance and program quality and discuss/initiate, where necessary, adjustments to original plans in close coordination with the Director of Program
Development, SOs and external donors, based on sound impact analysis of proposed changes:
Representation and Communication
Provide program updates as needed to key WV support offices, the Regional Office, donors and partners.
Assist the Program Development Director with developing key relationships and partnerships with other INGOs, local NGOs and donors.
Assist in drafting, monitoring implementation, reporting and signing of technical agreements with line ministries and other Government agencies.
Financial Management
Identify funding gaps and seek new funding to support the program as needed.
Assist the Program Development Director on monthly financial reviews and quarterly project implementation and financial reviews, and follow up on budget adjustments (amendment requests) where necessary, according to donor requirements
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
REQUIRED:
Bachelor’s degree in a related field from accredited university.
At least 3 years of previous experience in project design, proposal writing and donor relations for an INGO in a relief and / or development context. At least one year of field-based work in a similar, conflict-prone environment is required.
Experience developing programs and proposals in the following fields preferred: Health & Nutrition, Food Aid, Shelter, Economic Recovery & Livelihoods, Children in Emergencies, WASH.
Candidate must have some experience with USAID/OFDA/FFP
Experience negotiating with Government, Bi / Multi-lateral Agencies, private donors.
Experience working in a cross-cultural environment
Development: Strong knowledge and understanding of the humanitarian industry (relief, development, and advocacy), including how INGOs operate in the global and local contexts.
Strong understanding of WV’s current ministry and operations.
Strong networking skills.
Broad understanding and in-depth knowledge of government and bi/multilateral agency funding requirements, systems and procedures.
Excellent skills in project design, budget preparation, evaluation and report writing.
Ability to independently develop log frames, monitoring and evaluation plans and indicator tracking tables for projects and programs.
Understanding of World Vision’s Child wellbeing indicators, LEAP processes and templates.
Excellent English language communication skills (oral and written).
Excellent analytical/problem-solving skills and attention to detail in the development of written documents.
Cross-cultural sensitivity, flexible worldview, emotional maturity and physical stamina.
Ability to maintain performance expectations in diverse cultural contexts, psychologically stressful environments, and physical hardship conditions with limited resources.
Ability to exhibit exemplary lifestyle as interpreted in specific local cultural context.
Written communication: expresses ideas, thoughts and concepts clearly and effectively in writing using correct and appropriate grammar, structure and spelling.
Computer skills: demonstrates proficiency in computer applications including use of Microsoft Office Suite, Lotus Notes, intranet and internet, and various software applications and databases commonly used in the work space.
PREFERRED:
Bilingual (English-French)
How to Apply;
https://jobs.wvi.org/webjobs.nsf/WebPublished/BC48FFED0A41BFAA88257A130045A5FA?OpenDocument
Position Location: Niger Position Start Date: 01 Aug 2012
Region: Africa\West Africa Position End Date: 31 Jul 2013
Requisition Category: International Recruitment Priority: Need Immediately
Country Name: Niger Program/Office Name: Niger
City/Province: Niger Employee Type: Contract
Job Grade Level: 160 Recruitment Status: SS Interviews in Progress
Is this a family post? Non-family - Staff only
Requisition Num: 2012AFWIGUO-8UXFQQ
PURPOSE OF POSITION:
Under the direction of the Operations Director, assist in developing and coordinating proposals for multi-sectoral & multi-area development, relief and recovery programs; liaising with potential and current donors to establish relationships that promote fund acquisition and program collaboration; providing overall coordination in technical assistance, planning, implementing, monitoring, evaluating and
reporting of assigned portfolios; and collaborating with other departments to
develop integrated programming.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Program Development and Fundraising
Work with field-based staff to develop concept papers and prepare proposals (including logical frameworks, draft budgets, budget narratives, and monitoring and evaluation plans) for major government, private and multi-lateral donors.
Work with field-based staff to prepare monthly, annual and end-of-project narrative reports and donor updates as required.
Participate in the design and implementation of baseline surveys, needs assessments, and impact evaluations as necessary.
Assist in preparation of the organization’s operating plan and strategy.
Assist in development and implementation of systems that will support the organization’s efforts to monitor and evaluate its programs, to track information on project implementation, to store vital program documentation, and to gather and store information vital to communicating project impact
and promote pro-active learning.
Assist in monitoring program progress to ensure donor compliance and program quality and discuss/initiate, where necessary, adjustments to original plans in close coordination with the Director of Program
Development, SOs and external donors, based on sound impact analysis of proposed changes:
Representation and Communication
Provide program updates as needed to key WV support offices, the Regional Office, donors and partners.
Assist the Program Development Director with developing key relationships and partnerships with other INGOs, local NGOs and donors.
Assist in drafting, monitoring implementation, reporting and signing of technical agreements with line ministries and other Government agencies.
Financial Management
Identify funding gaps and seek new funding to support the program as needed.
Assist the Program Development Director on monthly financial reviews and quarterly project implementation and financial reviews, and follow up on budget adjustments (amendment requests) where necessary, according to donor requirements
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
REQUIRED:
Bachelor’s degree in a related field from accredited university.
At least 3 years of previous experience in project design, proposal writing and donor relations for an INGO in a relief and / or development context. At least one year of field-based work in a similar, conflict-prone environment is required.
Experience developing programs and proposals in the following fields preferred: Health & Nutrition, Food Aid, Shelter, Economic Recovery & Livelihoods, Children in Emergencies, WASH.
Candidate must have some experience with USAID/OFDA/FFP
Experience negotiating with Government, Bi / Multi-lateral Agencies, private donors.
Experience working in a cross-cultural environment
Development: Strong knowledge and understanding of the humanitarian industry (relief, development, and advocacy), including how INGOs operate in the global and local contexts.
Strong understanding of WV’s current ministry and operations.
Strong networking skills.
Broad understanding and in-depth knowledge of government and bi/multilateral agency funding requirements, systems and procedures.
Excellent skills in project design, budget preparation, evaluation and report writing.
Ability to independently develop log frames, monitoring and evaluation plans and indicator tracking tables for projects and programs.
Understanding of World Vision’s Child wellbeing indicators, LEAP processes and templates.
Excellent English language communication skills (oral and written).
Excellent analytical/problem-solving skills and attention to detail in the development of written documents.
Cross-cultural sensitivity, flexible worldview, emotional maturity and physical stamina.
Ability to maintain performance expectations in diverse cultural contexts, psychologically stressful environments, and physical hardship conditions with limited resources.
Ability to exhibit exemplary lifestyle as interpreted in specific local cultural context.
Written communication: expresses ideas, thoughts and concepts clearly and effectively in writing using correct and appropriate grammar, structure and spelling.
Computer skills: demonstrates proficiency in computer applications including use of Microsoft Office Suite, Lotus Notes, intranet and internet, and various software applications and databases commonly used in the work space.
PREFERRED:
Bilingual (English-French)
How to Apply;
https://jobs.wvi.org/webjobs.nsf/WebPublished/BC48FFED0A41BFAA88257A130045A5FA?OpenDocument
Wednesday, June 27, 2012
Zone / Base Manager Job Vacancy at World Vision Mauritania
Job Title: Zone / Base Manager Application Deadline Date: 10 Jul 2012
Position Location: Kiffa Position Start Date: 01 Oct 2012
Region: Africa\West Africa Position End Date: 30 Sep 2014
Requisition Category: International Recruitment Priority: Need Within 2 Months
Country Name: Mauritania Program/Office Name: WV Mauritania - PIDAT / Kiffa Program
City/Province: Kiffa Employee Type: Contract
Job Grade Level: 164 Recruitment Status: Advertising in Progress
Is this a family post? Non-family - Staff only
Requisition Num: 2012AFWNRAL-8VLPA7
PURPOSE OF POSITION:
To provide leadership and management to PIDAT Zone by ensuring that all allocated programs resources are used as per WV policies, donor standards and procedures to attain Child well being outcomes
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Take the lead in the timely development of the zonal strategic plan, annual operation plan, budget and ADPs AOPs/DIPs, and PDDs.
Provide support and guidance in the implementation of all sponsorship, grants and private non sponsorship programs/projects in the zone.
Ensure and reinforce compliance with approved policies, systems, procedures and internal controls in the zone.
Ensure ADP teams conduct assessments, (re)design, evaluation and TDI measurements and produce the reports timely.
Facilitate networking relationships with government, and other key partners.
Enhance staff capacity & skills and provide leadership in performance management to ensure smooth staff relations, team spirit and accountability in the zone.
Ensure full compliance to sponsorship standards.
Ensure quality and timely reporting of monthly, quarterly, bi –annual and annual projects/programs narrative and financial reports.
Ensure implementation of transition plans and community disaster preparedness plans for sustainable transformational development.
Ensure that internal, external, and Global Centre (GC) audit recommendations are timely responded to, fully implemented and progress is reported quarterly
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
REQUIRED:
Bachelor Degree in Economic Development, Community Development, Sociology or any other Social Science.
Five year’s experience with international development or relief projects, preferably within WV, with at least three years experience in a senior management role in a developing country, required.
Demonstrated experience in programme or project design, implementation, monitoring, evaluation and report writing, preferred.
Experience in supporting Area Development Programme Management, and Base Management.
Excellent proven track record of donor relations with multiple donors.
Strong planning and organisational skills and ability to prioritise and handle multiple tasks. Ability to work gracefully under pressure.
Demonstrated ability to work well with national staff and a passion for capacity building, staff and organisational development
Computer literate in Microsoft Office, Lotus Notes or similar database, email and Internet.
Ability to communicate at high level in French and English required.
Good planning and organizational skills
Ability to maintain effective working relationships with all levels of staff, local partners and donors.
Previous experience in working in a hardship and restricted context.
Ability to demonstrate tolerance and acceptance to people from different culture and ethnic backgrounds.
PREFERRED:
Masters Degree in international Development with very strong background in Grant Management
How to Apply;
https://jobs.wvi.org/webjobs.nsf/WebPublished/A5B7EEAA9379B6F988257A29003C9690?OpenDocument
Position Location: Kiffa Position Start Date: 01 Oct 2012
Region: Africa\West Africa Position End Date: 30 Sep 2014
Requisition Category: International Recruitment Priority: Need Within 2 Months
Country Name: Mauritania Program/Office Name: WV Mauritania - PIDAT / Kiffa Program
City/Province: Kiffa Employee Type: Contract
Job Grade Level: 164 Recruitment Status: Advertising in Progress
Is this a family post? Non-family - Staff only
Requisition Num: 2012AFWNRAL-8VLPA7
PURPOSE OF POSITION:
To provide leadership and management to PIDAT Zone by ensuring that all allocated programs resources are used as per WV policies, donor standards and procedures to attain Child well being outcomes
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Take the lead in the timely development of the zonal strategic plan, annual operation plan, budget and ADPs AOPs/DIPs, and PDDs.
Provide support and guidance in the implementation of all sponsorship, grants and private non sponsorship programs/projects in the zone.
Ensure and reinforce compliance with approved policies, systems, procedures and internal controls in the zone.
Ensure ADP teams conduct assessments, (re)design, evaluation and TDI measurements and produce the reports timely.
Facilitate networking relationships with government, and other key partners.
Enhance staff capacity & skills and provide leadership in performance management to ensure smooth staff relations, team spirit and accountability in the zone.
Ensure full compliance to sponsorship standards.
Ensure quality and timely reporting of monthly, quarterly, bi –annual and annual projects/programs narrative and financial reports.
Ensure implementation of transition plans and community disaster preparedness plans for sustainable transformational development.
Ensure that internal, external, and Global Centre (GC) audit recommendations are timely responded to, fully implemented and progress is reported quarterly
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
REQUIRED:
Bachelor Degree in Economic Development, Community Development, Sociology or any other Social Science.
Five year’s experience with international development or relief projects, preferably within WV, with at least three years experience in a senior management role in a developing country, required.
Demonstrated experience in programme or project design, implementation, monitoring, evaluation and report writing, preferred.
Experience in supporting Area Development Programme Management, and Base Management.
Excellent proven track record of donor relations with multiple donors.
Strong planning and organisational skills and ability to prioritise and handle multiple tasks. Ability to work gracefully under pressure.
Demonstrated ability to work well with national staff and a passion for capacity building, staff and organisational development
Computer literate in Microsoft Office, Lotus Notes or similar database, email and Internet.
Ability to communicate at high level in French and English required.
Good planning and organizational skills
Ability to maintain effective working relationships with all levels of staff, local partners and donors.
Previous experience in working in a hardship and restricted context.
Ability to demonstrate tolerance and acceptance to people from different culture and ethnic backgrounds.
PREFERRED:
Masters Degree in international Development with very strong background in Grant Management
How to Apply;
https://jobs.wvi.org/webjobs.nsf/WebPublished/A5B7EEAA9379B6F988257A29003C9690?OpenDocument
Operations Director Job Vacancy at World Vision Mauritania
Job Title: Operations Director - Nouakchott / Mauritania Application Deadline Date: 08 Jul 2012
Position Location: Nouakchott Position Start Date: 01 Oct 2012
Region: Africa\West Africa Position End Date: 30 Sep 2014
Requisition Category: International Recruitment Priority: Need Within 2 Months
Country Name: Mauritania Program/Office Name: Mauritania
City/Province: Nouakchott Employee Type: Contract
Job Grade Level: 168 Recruitment Status: Advertising in Progress
Is this a family post? Family - Spouse with Children
Requisition Num: 2012AFWNRAL-8VKHA9
PURPOSE OF POSITION:
To lead, support and coordinate the field operations of World Vision Mauritania, to ensure that they are efficient and effective, and meet the goals and objectives of World Vision and community partners as laid out in the strategy documents and grant agreements.
To provide leadership and support for project design, plans, proposals, implementation, reporting and operations staff training and development.
In conjunction with the HEA Manager ensure integration of all WV Mauritania relief operations in the development ones.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Ensure national strategy for the Operations Department is guided by sound developmental principles, is regularly updated and contributes to the mission on WV in Mauritania.
Oversee all aspects of project and programme assessment proposal, design, implementation, monitoring and reporting.
Manage and evaluate operations budgets, project funding, expenditures and accomplishment of ministry objectives.
Ensure that proper accounting systems and practices are in place within the Operations Department, so as to facilitate the approval of funding for projects. Ensure all projects remain within budget.
Oversee Operations Department compliance with all relevant sections of the Field Financial Manual.
Support programme and project managers in ensuring high standards of grant management and compliance for all government grant funded projects.
Develop and maintain good relationships with major (government/private) donors and World Vision Support Offices, including hosting visits, responding to communications, and ensuring that support office and donor requirements are met.
Ensure that audit reports and audit findings are distributed to project managers and to all senior operations staff, and that implementation plans are developed for the recommendations of the reports.
Ensure that projects provide responses to the Operations Department on all audit reports and findings, so that these responses can be directed to the Internal Auditor
Support and supervise base managers and special program project managers, and monitor the progress of projects, including frequent visits to project offices and communities.
Ensure capacity building of World Vision Mauritania's staff in ADP’s and project life cycle, and planning
Assess the effectiveness of current projects and identify possibilities for new projects.
Maintain regular contact with other international non-governmental organisations and government officials in an effort to obtain experience and co-ordinate information regarding current and future works in the country.
Participate in the recruitment, selection and development of operations staff.
Attend and participate in weekly devotional meetings.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
REQUIRED:
Bachelor’s degree required, with a Master’s degree in international development, business administration, public health, economics, rural development, or similar, preferred.
Five year’s experience with international development or relief projects, preferably within WV, with at least three year’s experience in a senior management role in a developing country, required.
Demonstrated experience in programme or project design, implementation, monitoring, evaluation and report writing, preferred.
Experience in supporting Area Development Programme Management, and Base Management.
Excellent proven track record of donor relations with multiple donors.
Strong planning and organisational skills and ability to prioritise and handle multiple tasks. Ability to work gracefully under pressure.
Demonstrated ability to work well with national staff and a passion for capacity building, staff and organisational development
Computer literate in Microsoft Office, Lotus Notes or similar database, email and Internet.
Ability to communicate at high level in French and English required.
PREFERRED:
Masters Degree in international Development with very strong background in Grant Management.
How to Apply;
https://jobs.wvi.org/webjobs.nsf/WebPublished/05B9F84D4CFD4E8288257A28003EDC3A?OpenDocument
Position Location: Nouakchott Position Start Date: 01 Oct 2012
Region: Africa\West Africa Position End Date: 30 Sep 2014
Requisition Category: International Recruitment Priority: Need Within 2 Months
Country Name: Mauritania Program/Office Name: Mauritania
City/Province: Nouakchott Employee Type: Contract
Job Grade Level: 168 Recruitment Status: Advertising in Progress
Is this a family post? Family - Spouse with Children
Requisition Num: 2012AFWNRAL-8VKHA9
PURPOSE OF POSITION:
To lead, support and coordinate the field operations of World Vision Mauritania, to ensure that they are efficient and effective, and meet the goals and objectives of World Vision and community partners as laid out in the strategy documents and grant agreements.
To provide leadership and support for project design, plans, proposals, implementation, reporting and operations staff training and development.
In conjunction with the HEA Manager ensure integration of all WV Mauritania relief operations in the development ones.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Ensure national strategy for the Operations Department is guided by sound developmental principles, is regularly updated and contributes to the mission on WV in Mauritania.
Oversee all aspects of project and programme assessment proposal, design, implementation, monitoring and reporting.
Manage and evaluate operations budgets, project funding, expenditures and accomplishment of ministry objectives.
Ensure that proper accounting systems and practices are in place within the Operations Department, so as to facilitate the approval of funding for projects. Ensure all projects remain within budget.
Oversee Operations Department compliance with all relevant sections of the Field Financial Manual.
Support programme and project managers in ensuring high standards of grant management and compliance for all government grant funded projects.
Develop and maintain good relationships with major (government/private) donors and World Vision Support Offices, including hosting visits, responding to communications, and ensuring that support office and donor requirements are met.
Ensure that audit reports and audit findings are distributed to project managers and to all senior operations staff, and that implementation plans are developed for the recommendations of the reports.
Ensure that projects provide responses to the Operations Department on all audit reports and findings, so that these responses can be directed to the Internal Auditor
Support and supervise base managers and special program project managers, and monitor the progress of projects, including frequent visits to project offices and communities.
Ensure capacity building of World Vision Mauritania's staff in ADP’s and project life cycle, and planning
Assess the effectiveness of current projects and identify possibilities for new projects.
Maintain regular contact with other international non-governmental organisations and government officials in an effort to obtain experience and co-ordinate information regarding current and future works in the country.
Participate in the recruitment, selection and development of operations staff.
Attend and participate in weekly devotional meetings.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
REQUIRED:
Bachelor’s degree required, with a Master’s degree in international development, business administration, public health, economics, rural development, or similar, preferred.
Five year’s experience with international development or relief projects, preferably within WV, with at least three year’s experience in a senior management role in a developing country, required.
Demonstrated experience in programme or project design, implementation, monitoring, evaluation and report writing, preferred.
Experience in supporting Area Development Programme Management, and Base Management.
Excellent proven track record of donor relations with multiple donors.
Strong planning and organisational skills and ability to prioritise and handle multiple tasks. Ability to work gracefully under pressure.
Demonstrated ability to work well with national staff and a passion for capacity building, staff and organisational development
Computer literate in Microsoft Office, Lotus Notes or similar database, email and Internet.
Ability to communicate at high level in French and English required.
PREFERRED:
Masters Degree in international Development with very strong background in Grant Management.
How to Apply;
https://jobs.wvi.org/webjobs.nsf/WebPublished/05B9F84D4CFD4E8288257A28003EDC3A?OpenDocument
Program Officer Job Vacancy at World Vision Mali
Job Title: WORLD VISION MALI PROGRAM OFFICER 2 Application Deadline Date: 28 Jun 2012
Position Location: Bamako Position Start Date: 15 Jul 2012
Region: Africa\West Africa Position End Date: 14 Jan 2013
Requisition Category: International Recruitment Priority: Need Immediately
Country Name: Mali Program/Office Name: Mali
City/Province: Bamako Employee Type: Contract
Job Grade Level: 148 Recruitment Status: Advertising in Progress
Is this a family post? Non-family - Staff only
Requisition Num: 2012AFWMNDE-8VGJBF
PURPOSE OF POSITION:
Under the direction of the Program Development Team leader, assist the Director of Program Development in developing and coordinating proposals for multi-sectoral & multi-area relief and recovery programs; liaising with potential and current donors to establish relationships that promote fund acquisition and program collaboration; providing overall coordination in technical assistance, planning, implementing, monitoring, evaluating and reporting of assigned portfolios; and collaborating with other departments to develop integrated programming.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Work with field-based staff to develop concept papers and prepare proposals (including logical frameworks, draft budgets, budget narratives, and monitoring and evaluation plans) for major government, private and multi-lateral donors.
Work with field-based staff to prepare monthly, annual and end-of-project narrative reports and donor updates as required.
Participate in the design and implementation of baseline surveys, needs assessments, and impact evaluations as necessary.
Assist in preparation of the organization’s operating plan and strategy.
Assist in development and implementation of systems that will support the organization’s efforts to monitor and evaluate its programs, to track information on project implementation, to store vital program documentation, and to gather and store information vital to communicating project impact and promote pro-active learning.
Assist in monitoring program progress to ensure donor compliance and program quality and discuss/initiate, where necessary, adjustments to original plans in close coordination with the Director of Program Development, SOs and external donors, based on sound impact analysis of proposed changes.
Provide program updates as needed to key WV support offices, the Regional Office, donors and partners.
Assist the Program Development Director with developing key relationships and partnerships with other INGOs, local NGOs and donors.
Assist in drafting, monitoring implementation, reporting and signing of technical agreements with line ministries and other Government agencies.
Identify funding gaps and seek new funding to support the program as needed.
Assist the Program Development Director on monthly financial reviews and quarterly project implementation and financial reviews, and follow up on budget adjustments (amendment requests) where necessary, according to donor requirements
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
REQUIRED:
Bachelor’s degree in a related field from accredited university.
At least 3 years of previous experience in project design, proposal writing and donor relations for an INGO in a relief and / or development context. At least one year of field-based work in a similar, conflict-prone environment is required.
Experience developing programs and proposals in the following fields preferred: Health & Nutrition, Food Aid, Shelter, Economic Recovery & Livelihoods, Children in Emergencies, WASH.
Experience negotiating with Government, Bi / Multi-lateral Agencies, private donors.
Experience working in a cross-cultural environment
Development: Strong knowledge and understanding of the humanitarian industry (relief, development, and advocacy), including how INGOs operate in the global and local contexts.
Strong understanding of WV’s current ministry and operations.
Strong networking skills.
Broad understanding and in-depth knowledge of government and bi/multilateral agency funding requirements, systems and procedures.
Excellent skills in project design, budget preparation, evaluation and report writing.
Ability to independently develop log frames, monitoring and evaluation plans and indicator tracking tables for projects and programs.
Understanding of World Vision’s Child wellbeing indicators, LEAP processes and templates.
Excellent English language communication skills (oral and written).
PREFERRED:
French
How to Apply;
https://jobs.wvi.org/webjobs.nsf/WebPublished/4364D19E0F0B307F88257A25005AB166?OpenDocument
Position Location: Bamako Position Start Date: 15 Jul 2012
Region: Africa\West Africa Position End Date: 14 Jan 2013
Requisition Category: International Recruitment Priority: Need Immediately
Country Name: Mali Program/Office Name: Mali
City/Province: Bamako Employee Type: Contract
Job Grade Level: 148 Recruitment Status: Advertising in Progress
Is this a family post? Non-family - Staff only
Requisition Num: 2012AFWMNDE-8VGJBF
PURPOSE OF POSITION:
Under the direction of the Program Development Team leader, assist the Director of Program Development in developing and coordinating proposals for multi-sectoral & multi-area relief and recovery programs; liaising with potential and current donors to establish relationships that promote fund acquisition and program collaboration; providing overall coordination in technical assistance, planning, implementing, monitoring, evaluating and reporting of assigned portfolios; and collaborating with other departments to develop integrated programming.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Work with field-based staff to develop concept papers and prepare proposals (including logical frameworks, draft budgets, budget narratives, and monitoring and evaluation plans) for major government, private and multi-lateral donors.
Work with field-based staff to prepare monthly, annual and end-of-project narrative reports and donor updates as required.
Participate in the design and implementation of baseline surveys, needs assessments, and impact evaluations as necessary.
Assist in preparation of the organization’s operating plan and strategy.
Assist in development and implementation of systems that will support the organization’s efforts to monitor and evaluate its programs, to track information on project implementation, to store vital program documentation, and to gather and store information vital to communicating project impact and promote pro-active learning.
Assist in monitoring program progress to ensure donor compliance and program quality and discuss/initiate, where necessary, adjustments to original plans in close coordination with the Director of Program Development, SOs and external donors, based on sound impact analysis of proposed changes.
Provide program updates as needed to key WV support offices, the Regional Office, donors and partners.
Assist the Program Development Director with developing key relationships and partnerships with other INGOs, local NGOs and donors.
Assist in drafting, monitoring implementation, reporting and signing of technical agreements with line ministries and other Government agencies.
Identify funding gaps and seek new funding to support the program as needed.
Assist the Program Development Director on monthly financial reviews and quarterly project implementation and financial reviews, and follow up on budget adjustments (amendment requests) where necessary, according to donor requirements
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
REQUIRED:
Bachelor’s degree in a related field from accredited university.
At least 3 years of previous experience in project design, proposal writing and donor relations for an INGO in a relief and / or development context. At least one year of field-based work in a similar, conflict-prone environment is required.
Experience developing programs and proposals in the following fields preferred: Health & Nutrition, Food Aid, Shelter, Economic Recovery & Livelihoods, Children in Emergencies, WASH.
Experience negotiating with Government, Bi / Multi-lateral Agencies, private donors.
Experience working in a cross-cultural environment
Development: Strong knowledge and understanding of the humanitarian industry (relief, development, and advocacy), including how INGOs operate in the global and local contexts.
Strong understanding of WV’s current ministry and operations.
Strong networking skills.
Broad understanding and in-depth knowledge of government and bi/multilateral agency funding requirements, systems and procedures.
Excellent skills in project design, budget preparation, evaluation and report writing.
Ability to independently develop log frames, monitoring and evaluation plans and indicator tracking tables for projects and programs.
Understanding of World Vision’s Child wellbeing indicators, LEAP processes and templates.
Excellent English language communication skills (oral and written).
PREFERRED:
French
How to Apply;
https://jobs.wvi.org/webjobs.nsf/WebPublished/4364D19E0F0B307F88257A25005AB166?OpenDocument
Supply Chain Management Specialist II Job Vacancy at World Vision Ghana
Job Title: Supply Chain Management Specialist II, GSCM Application Deadline Date: 06 Jul 2012
Position Location: Ghana Office Position Start Date: 01 Aug 2012
Region: Africa\West Africa Position End Date: 26 Sep 2014
Requisition Category: International Recruitment Priority: Need Immediately
Country Name: Ghana Program/Office Name: SCM Implementation
City/Province: Ghana Office Employee Type: Expatriate
Job Grade Level: 160 Recruitment Status: Actively Recruiting
Is this a family post? Family - Spouse with Children
Requisition Num: 2012AFWHTRN-8VFNA4
PURPOSE OF POSITION:
Responsible for organizing, leading, contributing to and facilitating supply chain management (SCM) assessment and implementation programmes within each of the National Offices that will have the greatest impact on process improvement, simplification, standardization and cost containment. Responsibilities include
Providing supply chain expertise to ensure adequate integration of supply chain management in programme planning, design, and implementation
Leading programme-supply chain integration and collaboration, providing the provision of technical advice and assistance to countries for product and service delivery innovation
Ability to complete project-level SCM Modernisation activities in a timely and professional manner with sufficient attention to detail in deliverables, and regular and thorough reporting and project communications
Facilitate exchanges of best practices and work with partners and counterparts in the specific field and programme areas on supply chain issues for relief, development, and advocacy.
Development of supply chain planning, procurement (sourcing and buying), vendor management, cost containment, transport, warehousing, inventory management, materials handling and packaging, reverse logistics, metrics and KPIs, risk management information & systems, and vehicle fleet management
Influence the creation and development of a new or enhanced supply chain management organization at the National Office.
Manage Project team in the NO which include SCM Specialist I and the NO Staff dedicated to the project and drive the project team to deliver on the agreed workplan
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Lead the design of detailed supply chain management process flows and roles & responsibilities for each supply chain process step. Set overall direction for National Office SCM process team; advise on team functions and performance.
Drive sourcing and procurement process improvements through elimination of variation and waste, focusing on continuous process improvement.
Lead and manage significant standardization and categorization of WV supplies and commodity-specific projects towards achieving strategic buying within each of the country programs and looking for ways to collaborate at regional and global levels.
Implement key performance metrics process to be reported throughout the NO. Create and prioritize areas to be improved upon to drive National Office supply chain management into world-class performance.
Liaise with National Office Directors and Senior Management Teams to accept the project and drive the implementation as well as manage change.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
REQUIRED:
University degree in business, science, engineering, technology or supply chain management or equivalent experience and professional qualification in supply chain management
Minimum eight (8) years professional work experience with progressively more responsibility relevant to supply chain issues
Minimum two (2) years working in cross-cultural environments and demonstrated ability to adapt to international project work
Extended operational experience in global supply chain management, business process improvement, project management and team based organizational change management
SCM technical skills required:
Current knowledge of the latest developments and technology in the supply chain management field, preferably in various global industries
Experience with sourcing, material planning & forecasting, procurement, vendor management, contract negotiations and administration
Experience overseeing daily internal/external warehouse and transport operations, inventory management and logistics support. Familiarity with basics of fleet management, customs clearance and third party logistics preferred
Comprehension of supply chain performance measures in finance, operations and customer performance. Balanced scorecard experience preferred
Willing to travel up to 60% of the time.
PREFERRED:
Multi-language proficiency. Project management.
Experience in business and program analysis and possessing good analytical and negotiating skills.
Proven ability to conceptualize plan and execute ideas as well as transfer knowledge and skills.
Ability to clearly and concisely express ideas and concepts in written and oral form Vocational or professional society membership (Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport or Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals) and certification desired
How to Apply;
https://jobs.wvi.org/webjobs.nsf/WebPublished/00505BAAAD89941A88257A23006231A1?OpenDocument
Position Location: Ghana Office Position Start Date: 01 Aug 2012
Region: Africa\West Africa Position End Date: 26 Sep 2014
Requisition Category: International Recruitment Priority: Need Immediately
Country Name: Ghana Program/Office Name: SCM Implementation
City/Province: Ghana Office Employee Type: Expatriate
Job Grade Level: 160 Recruitment Status: Actively Recruiting
Is this a family post? Family - Spouse with Children
Requisition Num: 2012AFWHTRN-8VFNA4
PURPOSE OF POSITION:
Responsible for organizing, leading, contributing to and facilitating supply chain management (SCM) assessment and implementation programmes within each of the National Offices that will have the greatest impact on process improvement, simplification, standardization and cost containment. Responsibilities include
Providing supply chain expertise to ensure adequate integration of supply chain management in programme planning, design, and implementation
Leading programme-supply chain integration and collaboration, providing the provision of technical advice and assistance to countries for product and service delivery innovation
Ability to complete project-level SCM Modernisation activities in a timely and professional manner with sufficient attention to detail in deliverables, and regular and thorough reporting and project communications
Facilitate exchanges of best practices and work with partners and counterparts in the specific field and programme areas on supply chain issues for relief, development, and advocacy.
Development of supply chain planning, procurement (sourcing and buying), vendor management, cost containment, transport, warehousing, inventory management, materials handling and packaging, reverse logistics, metrics and KPIs, risk management information & systems, and vehicle fleet management
Influence the creation and development of a new or enhanced supply chain management organization at the National Office.
Manage Project team in the NO which include SCM Specialist I and the NO Staff dedicated to the project and drive the project team to deliver on the agreed workplan
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Lead the design of detailed supply chain management process flows and roles & responsibilities for each supply chain process step. Set overall direction for National Office SCM process team; advise on team functions and performance.
Drive sourcing and procurement process improvements through elimination of variation and waste, focusing on continuous process improvement.
Lead and manage significant standardization and categorization of WV supplies and commodity-specific projects towards achieving strategic buying within each of the country programs and looking for ways to collaborate at regional and global levels.
Implement key performance metrics process to be reported throughout the NO. Create and prioritize areas to be improved upon to drive National Office supply chain management into world-class performance.
Liaise with National Office Directors and Senior Management Teams to accept the project and drive the implementation as well as manage change.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
REQUIRED:
University degree in business, science, engineering, technology or supply chain management or equivalent experience and professional qualification in supply chain management
Minimum eight (8) years professional work experience with progressively more responsibility relevant to supply chain issues
Minimum two (2) years working in cross-cultural environments and demonstrated ability to adapt to international project work
Extended operational experience in global supply chain management, business process improvement, project management and team based organizational change management
SCM technical skills required:
Current knowledge of the latest developments and technology in the supply chain management field, preferably in various global industries
Experience with sourcing, material planning & forecasting, procurement, vendor management, contract negotiations and administration
Experience overseeing daily internal/external warehouse and transport operations, inventory management and logistics support. Familiarity with basics of fleet management, customs clearance and third party logistics preferred
Comprehension of supply chain performance measures in finance, operations and customer performance. Balanced scorecard experience preferred
Willing to travel up to 60% of the time.
PREFERRED:
Multi-language proficiency. Project management.
Experience in business and program analysis and possessing good analytical and negotiating skills.
Proven ability to conceptualize plan and execute ideas as well as transfer knowledge and skills.
Ability to clearly and concisely express ideas and concepts in written and oral form Vocational or professional society membership (Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport or Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals) and certification desired
How to Apply;
https://jobs.wvi.org/webjobs.nsf/WebPublished/00505BAAAD89941A88257A23006231A1?OpenDocument
People & Culture Director Job Vacancy at World Vision Ghana
Job Title: People & Culture Director - Ghana Application Deadline Date: 15 Jul 2012
Position Location: Accra Position Start Date: 10 Sep 2012
Region: Africa\West Africa Position End Date: 09 Sep 2014
Requisition Category: International Recruitment Priority: Need Immediately
Country Name: Ghana Program/Office Name: WV Ghana
City/Province: Accra Employee Type: Contract
Job Grade Level: 172 Recruitment Status: Advertising in Progress
Is this a family post? Family - Spouse with Children
Requisition Num: 2012AFWSHAD-8VMBYJ
PURPOSE OF POSITION:
To provide leadership and management on all aspects of the organization’s human resource and organizational development functions ensuring the National Office applies the good practice of stewardship by adequately and timely complying to the partnership’s recruitment procedures and guidelines and maximizing utilization of the resources for which they are budgeted for at all levels in the organization; Advise, facilitate and support the country leadership team in establishing country strategies and create organizational culture that encourages and rewards continuous learning and innovation, and which is firmly rooted in WVI’s Vision, Mission and Core Values.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Develop and facilitate fair and effective recruitment & selection process in WV Ghana (including job analyses, job descriptions, and recruitment procedures) in line with Regional resourcing standards.
Develop country HR strategic plan in line with Global P&C strategy & Regional P&C priorities & WV Ghana business strategy
Develop annual P&C program implementation plan & budget
Liaise and attend Trade disputes; represent the organization in proceedings of the Industrial Court and all Ministry of Labour Arbitration, where WV Ghana is an interested party in line with Ghana Labour Laws.
Embed a culture of effective performance management that is in line with WVI’s Coaching for Performance (CFP) principles
Develop, review and update human resource policies, procedures and systems and ensure that it is within national and WV Partnership standards.
Manage compensation & benefits in line with WV Global Total Rewards Policy
Lead, develop and facilitate effective corrective action procedures in WVGhana – including resolution of staff conflicts and grievances, and ensuring that staff have access to appropriate counseling interventions, as required.
Ensure appropriate staff support and care through various relevant initiatives including the implementation of a Staff Care Management/ Peer Support Program.
Implement WVI human resource information system that will ensure confidentiality and systematic documentation of information to enhance management decisions
Network with other NGOs and organizations and identify potential resources that could contribute to WVGhana’s initiatives.
Effectively participate as a member of the National Senior Leadership team
Effectively participate as a member of the Regional People & Culture Leadership Forum
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
REQUIRED:
Masters degree preferably in Human Resources/Occupational Psychology, Business Administration with specialisation in HR or relevant equivalent.
Knowledge of and/or experience across the portfolio desirable as a generalist HR background.
At least 8 years related HR leadership experience
Has managed a sizeable team successfully & has carried responsibility for developing staff.
Has a special interest in diversity & inclusion.
Senior HR generalist with experience of working in a fast paced environment
Has had project administration experience
Human resource auditing skills
Knowledge and/or experience of implementing Talent management, diversity & inclusion programs
Experience with work force planning models or systems
Worked on the implementation of an Human resources information systems
Ability to conduct surveys and assess learning and development program design and content.
Training delivery skills
Excellent verbal & written communications skills
Knowledge and application of labour law is essential
PREFERRED:
Experience in an International NGO
How to Apply;
https://jobs.wvi.org/webjobs.nsf/WebPublished/B721534428BEED5088257A290046BAF3?OpenDocument
Position Location: Accra Position Start Date: 10 Sep 2012
Region: Africa\West Africa Position End Date: 09 Sep 2014
Requisition Category: International Recruitment Priority: Need Immediately
Country Name: Ghana Program/Office Name: WV Ghana
City/Province: Accra Employee Type: Contract
Job Grade Level: 172 Recruitment Status: Advertising in Progress
Is this a family post? Family - Spouse with Children
Requisition Num: 2012AFWSHAD-8VMBYJ
PURPOSE OF POSITION:
To provide leadership and management on all aspects of the organization’s human resource and organizational development functions ensuring the National Office applies the good practice of stewardship by adequately and timely complying to the partnership’s recruitment procedures and guidelines and maximizing utilization of the resources for which they are budgeted for at all levels in the organization; Advise, facilitate and support the country leadership team in establishing country strategies and create organizational culture that encourages and rewards continuous learning and innovation, and which is firmly rooted in WVI’s Vision, Mission and Core Values.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Develop and facilitate fair and effective recruitment & selection process in WV Ghana (including job analyses, job descriptions, and recruitment procedures) in line with Regional resourcing standards.
Develop country HR strategic plan in line with Global P&C strategy & Regional P&C priorities & WV Ghana business strategy
Develop annual P&C program implementation plan & budget
Liaise and attend Trade disputes; represent the organization in proceedings of the Industrial Court and all Ministry of Labour Arbitration, where WV Ghana is an interested party in line with Ghana Labour Laws.
Embed a culture of effective performance management that is in line with WVI’s Coaching for Performance (CFP) principles
Develop, review and update human resource policies, procedures and systems and ensure that it is within national and WV Partnership standards.
Manage compensation & benefits in line with WV Global Total Rewards Policy
Lead, develop and facilitate effective corrective action procedures in WVGhana – including resolution of staff conflicts and grievances, and ensuring that staff have access to appropriate counseling interventions, as required.
Ensure appropriate staff support and care through various relevant initiatives including the implementation of a Staff Care Management/ Peer Support Program.
Implement WVI human resource information system that will ensure confidentiality and systematic documentation of information to enhance management decisions
Network with other NGOs and organizations and identify potential resources that could contribute to WVGhana’s initiatives.
Effectively participate as a member of the National Senior Leadership team
Effectively participate as a member of the Regional People & Culture Leadership Forum
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
REQUIRED:
Masters degree preferably in Human Resources/Occupational Psychology, Business Administration with specialisation in HR or relevant equivalent.
Knowledge of and/or experience across the portfolio desirable as a generalist HR background.
At least 8 years related HR leadership experience
Has managed a sizeable team successfully & has carried responsibility for developing staff.
Has a special interest in diversity & inclusion.
Senior HR generalist with experience of working in a fast paced environment
Has had project administration experience
Human resource auditing skills
Knowledge and/or experience of implementing Talent management, diversity & inclusion programs
Experience with work force planning models or systems
Worked on the implementation of an Human resources information systems
Ability to conduct surveys and assess learning and development program design and content.
Training delivery skills
Excellent verbal & written communications skills
Knowledge and application of labour law is essential
PREFERRED:
Experience in an International NGO
How to Apply;
https://jobs.wvi.org/webjobs.nsf/WebPublished/B721534428BEED5088257A290046BAF3?OpenDocument
Program Director Job Vacancy at World Vision Zimbabwe
Job Title: Program Director Zimbabwe Application Deadline Date: 01 Jul 2012
Position Location: Harare Position Start Date: 01 Sep 2012
Region: Africa\Southern Africa Position End Date: 30 Aug 2014
Requisition Category: International Recruitment Priority: Need Immediately
Country Name: Zimbabwe Program/Office Name: Zimbabwe
City/Province: Harare Employee Type: Expatriate
Job Grade Level: 18 Recruitment Status: Advertising in Progress
Is this a family post? Family - Spouse with Children
Requisition Num: 2012AFSCMAA-8VGKET
PURPOSE OF POSITION:
The Program Director (PD) is responsible for overseeing all programming, including ensuring the technical quality of services. The PD works with partners to decide on targets, oversees the development and execution community action plans and family case plans, monitors the implementation of plans, works with the COP to facilitate operational capacity building initiatives, directly facilitates technical capacity building, and supports efforts to coordinate with local government and private sector partners. The PD also supports the roll out of national initiatives intended to improve the technical quality of programming for children affected by HIV/AIDS. The PD directs and supervises senior program staff and short and long term technical assistance for the project.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Direct and oversee World Vision's work in an assigned program, ensuring that all program goals are met through proper design, staffing, and implementation.
Organize and direct the work of local staff and short-term advisors. Provide supervision, training and performance appraisals.
Establish and maintain effective project reporting, evaluation, and communication systems. Submit timely accurate and professional program reports that meet donor requirements to appropriate World Vision Partnership staff.
Establish leadership and personal credibility and implement and maintain clearly understood chain of authority and accountability.
Develop and maintain an adequate human resource plan consistent with WV policies, donor requirements (such as A-110, A-122, A-133, 22 CFR 211, etc.) and local laws. Ensure proper technical capacity of staff to manage complex government funded projects.
Manage grant/project budget within approved spending levels and ensure accurate and timely financial repots to donors and World Vision United States’ International Programs Group (WVUS IPG) headquarters staff.
Ensure grant/project expenses are reasonable, allocable, prudent and spent in accordance with donor rules and regulations to ensure clean A-133 audits.
Oversee property and equipment acquisition, disposition, and management in compliance with WV internal and donor requirements.
Liaise with host government officials, local communities, farmers, and other organizations as appropriate.
Evaluate program effectiveness and determine corrective action needed to improve goal achievement by participating and conducting agricultural assistance surveys and rapid appraisal design.
Perform other duties as required.
Carry out additional responsibilities and projects as assigned, including administrative and planning functions.
Attend and participate in weekly chapel services and daily devotional meetings.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
REQUIRED:
Bachelor's degree in related field required. Master's degree preferred, or equivalent experience in program management in developing countries.
Bachelor’s degree in social sciences, or other relevant professional qualification
Demonstrated experience and knowledge in establishing systems and overseeing program start-up under limited time constraints as well as program close-out
Experience working with Civil Society Organizations in advocacy training and institutional capacity building
Minimum 3 years’ experience managing donor-funded programs with demonstrated capacity to create and/or maintain complex systems and procedures involving multiple implementation sites, multiple partners and diverse beneficiaries
Demonstrated strong analytical, managerial, leadership, communications and interpersonal skills
PREFERRED:
Proven ability in the management of large integrated programs in developing countries
How to Apply;
https://jobs.wvi.org/webjobs.nsf/WebPublished/52A8D7FF1E05140588257A2400602E4D?OpenDocument
Position Location: Harare Position Start Date: 01 Sep 2012
Region: Africa\Southern Africa Position End Date: 30 Aug 2014
Requisition Category: International Recruitment Priority: Need Immediately
Country Name: Zimbabwe Program/Office Name: Zimbabwe
City/Province: Harare Employee Type: Expatriate
Job Grade Level: 18 Recruitment Status: Advertising in Progress
Is this a family post? Family - Spouse with Children
Requisition Num: 2012AFSCMAA-8VGKET
PURPOSE OF POSITION:
The Program Director (PD) is responsible for overseeing all programming, including ensuring the technical quality of services. The PD works with partners to decide on targets, oversees the development and execution community action plans and family case plans, monitors the implementation of plans, works with the COP to facilitate operational capacity building initiatives, directly facilitates technical capacity building, and supports efforts to coordinate with local government and private sector partners. The PD also supports the roll out of national initiatives intended to improve the technical quality of programming for children affected by HIV/AIDS. The PD directs and supervises senior program staff and short and long term technical assistance for the project.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Direct and oversee World Vision's work in an assigned program, ensuring that all program goals are met through proper design, staffing, and implementation.
Organize and direct the work of local staff and short-term advisors. Provide supervision, training and performance appraisals.
Establish and maintain effective project reporting, evaluation, and communication systems. Submit timely accurate and professional program reports that meet donor requirements to appropriate World Vision Partnership staff.
Establish leadership and personal credibility and implement and maintain clearly understood chain of authority and accountability.
Develop and maintain an adequate human resource plan consistent with WV policies, donor requirements (such as A-110, A-122, A-133, 22 CFR 211, etc.) and local laws. Ensure proper technical capacity of staff to manage complex government funded projects.
Manage grant/project budget within approved spending levels and ensure accurate and timely financial repots to donors and World Vision United States’ International Programs Group (WVUS IPG) headquarters staff.
Ensure grant/project expenses are reasonable, allocable, prudent and spent in accordance with donor rules and regulations to ensure clean A-133 audits.
Oversee property and equipment acquisition, disposition, and management in compliance with WV internal and donor requirements.
Liaise with host government officials, local communities, farmers, and other organizations as appropriate.
Evaluate program effectiveness and determine corrective action needed to improve goal achievement by participating and conducting agricultural assistance surveys and rapid appraisal design.
Perform other duties as required.
Carry out additional responsibilities and projects as assigned, including administrative and planning functions.
Attend and participate in weekly chapel services and daily devotional meetings.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
REQUIRED:
Bachelor's degree in related field required. Master's degree preferred, or equivalent experience in program management in developing countries.
Bachelor’s degree in social sciences, or other relevant professional qualification
Demonstrated experience and knowledge in establishing systems and overseeing program start-up under limited time constraints as well as program close-out
Experience working with Civil Society Organizations in advocacy training and institutional capacity building
Minimum 3 years’ experience managing donor-funded programs with demonstrated capacity to create and/or maintain complex systems and procedures involving multiple implementation sites, multiple partners and diverse beneficiaries
Demonstrated strong analytical, managerial, leadership, communications and interpersonal skills
PREFERRED:
Proven ability in the management of large integrated programs in developing countries
How to Apply;
https://jobs.wvi.org/webjobs.nsf/WebPublished/52A8D7FF1E05140588257A2400602E4D?OpenDocument
Organizational Development Specialist Job Vacancy at World Vision Zimbabwe
Job Title: Organizational Development Specialist Application Deadline Date: 01 Jul 2012
Position Location: Harare Position Start Date: 01 Aug 2012
Region: Africa\Southern Africa Position End Date: 31 Jul 2014
Requisition Category: International Recruitment Priority: Need Immediately
Country Name: Zimbabwe Program/Office Name: Zimbawe
City/Province: Harare Employee Type: Expatriate
Job Grade Level: 16 Recruitment Status: Advertising in Progress
Is this a family post? Family - Spouse with Children
Requisition Num: 2012AFSCMAA-8VGLJU
PURPOSE OF POSITION:
This position will build technical competence and organizational capacity of the public sector, professional bodies as well as that of local NGOs at several levels in order to strengthen their overall response to the welfare of children in Zimbabwe. This will include (but not limited to) facilitating the development of tailored capacity building plans that may include, but are not limited to training, mentoring and support in the areas of planning, finance and administration, advocacy, governance, management and leadership, and monitoring and evaluation.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Lead organizational/institutional capacity building component for local organizations and structures including areas of NGO Success Competencies such as Leadership, Governance, Administration, HR Systems, Financial Systems, Organizational Management, Program Management, and Project Performance Management.
Training experience with local partners in resource-limited settings in key skills above.
Provide leadership and coordination in the development, dissemination and promotion of programs in local organizational/institutional capacity building.
Provide, or request technical expertise to local partners, including technical capacity in M&E, OVC, and other program areas as appropriate and needed.
Needs assessments, program design, start-up, phase-in, phase-out, customer service, communications, reporting, monitoring and/or evaluation activities.
Ensure World Vision program standards meet or exceed donor expectations
Encourage and facilitate the documentation of best practices and lessons learned, directed toward multiple audiences, to influence policy formation, develop capacity and foster professionalism.
Perform other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
REQUIRED:
Minimum Bachelor’s Degree in social sciences or a related field.
Minimum 3 years’ experience in Local Organization Capacity Building.
Experience in assessing technical capacity of organizations, developing customized capacity building plans, and providing individualized training, mentoring and on-site support in various technical areas of need.
Good knowledge of Local Capacity Building tools especially in the OVC Sector.
Field-based NGO work experience, in health, OVC, capacity building or program leadership, with a minimum of 3 to 5 years total development experience.
Strong communication skills particularly advanced writing skills, and the ability to build relationships cross-culturally.
Must be experienced and familiarity with USAID compliance reporting requirements preferred.
Must be able to multi-task, provide training, leadership, innovation and be customer focused.
Ability to communicate effectively cross-culturally. Excellent communications skills in English.
PREFERRED:
Build and maintain relationships with external and internal partners in order to enhance their understanding of program standards and strategies.
How to Apply;
https://jobs.wvi.org/webjobs.nsf/WebPublished/9DA661072776F05388257A25002AFE58?OpenDocument
Position Location: Harare Position Start Date: 01 Aug 2012
Region: Africa\Southern Africa Position End Date: 31 Jul 2014
Requisition Category: International Recruitment Priority: Need Immediately
Country Name: Zimbabwe Program/Office Name: Zimbawe
City/Province: Harare Employee Type: Expatriate
Job Grade Level: 16 Recruitment Status: Advertising in Progress
Is this a family post? Family - Spouse with Children
Requisition Num: 2012AFSCMAA-8VGLJU
PURPOSE OF POSITION:
This position will build technical competence and organizational capacity of the public sector, professional bodies as well as that of local NGOs at several levels in order to strengthen their overall response to the welfare of children in Zimbabwe. This will include (but not limited to) facilitating the development of tailored capacity building plans that may include, but are not limited to training, mentoring and support in the areas of planning, finance and administration, advocacy, governance, management and leadership, and monitoring and evaluation.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Lead organizational/institutional capacity building component for local organizations and structures including areas of NGO Success Competencies such as Leadership, Governance, Administration, HR Systems, Financial Systems, Organizational Management, Program Management, and Project Performance Management.
Training experience with local partners in resource-limited settings in key skills above.
Provide leadership and coordination in the development, dissemination and promotion of programs in local organizational/institutional capacity building.
Provide, or request technical expertise to local partners, including technical capacity in M&E, OVC, and other program areas as appropriate and needed.
Needs assessments, program design, start-up, phase-in, phase-out, customer service, communications, reporting, monitoring and/or evaluation activities.
Ensure World Vision program standards meet or exceed donor expectations
Encourage and facilitate the documentation of best practices and lessons learned, directed toward multiple audiences, to influence policy formation, develop capacity and foster professionalism.
Perform other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
REQUIRED:
Minimum Bachelor’s Degree in social sciences or a related field.
Minimum 3 years’ experience in Local Organization Capacity Building.
Experience in assessing technical capacity of organizations, developing customized capacity building plans, and providing individualized training, mentoring and on-site support in various technical areas of need.
Good knowledge of Local Capacity Building tools especially in the OVC Sector.
Field-based NGO work experience, in health, OVC, capacity building or program leadership, with a minimum of 3 to 5 years total development experience.
Strong communication skills particularly advanced writing skills, and the ability to build relationships cross-culturally.
Must be experienced and familiarity with USAID compliance reporting requirements preferred.
Must be able to multi-task, provide training, leadership, innovation and be customer focused.
Ability to communicate effectively cross-culturally. Excellent communications skills in English.
PREFERRED:
Build and maintain relationships with external and internal partners in order to enhance their understanding of program standards and strategies.
How to Apply;
https://jobs.wvi.org/webjobs.nsf/WebPublished/9DA661072776F05388257A25002AFE58?OpenDocument
Brand Mgr Job Vacancy at Coca Cola Uganda
Job Title: Brand Mgr Uganda
JOB ID 23364
LOCATION(S) Uganda
CITY/CITIES Kampala
SPECIFIC LOCATION UG-KAMPALA OFFICE
JOB TYPE
Full Time
TRAVEL REQUIRED
25%
RELOCATION PROVIDED
No
SHIFT
N/A
DESCRIPTION & REQUIREMENTS:
Position Overview:
The closing date is Friday, 29th June 2012
# Lead the development & execution of marketing strategies & plans for the
brand to maximise long-term volume & profit flow and increase the long-term
value of the brand.
# Responsible for Brand P&L, accountable for delivering UC,
GP, DME and Brand Contribution goals, managing the set up and day-to-day
execution of brand plans, recommending and implementing corrective/adjustment
actions up/downside to optimize effectiveness and ensure achievement of targets.
# Nurture an effective working relationship with Franchise/SBU supporting
service units and the Bottler(s) and lead proper field execution of marketing
strategies.
# Lead, motivate and develop capabilities of the Brand Team (where
applicable).
Key Responsibilities
•Strategic Thinking/Planning (20%) - Develop a 3-year portfolio strategy for the brand Ensure maintenance of brand equity in all initiatives; Develop and communicate the Annual Brand Plan in line with the ABP Process; Communicate and drive Strategy across the BU; Challenge all aspects of the marketing mix in terms of understanding and awareness of consumer & customer trends and their impact on brand strategy and plans; Manage brand as a business in terms of drivers, opportunities and return; Use financial insight to make principle based strategic decisions which benefit the BU; Align strategy (with all key stakeholders, including bottlers) across the BU to ensure value for the system; Guardian of the integrity of the brand/trademark; develop and maintain competitor intelligence; .
•Deliver results (45%) – Develop and manage brand team (where applicable) to support strategic direction; Establish and drive brand volume, share, and profit objectives; Anticipate situations and develop approaches that maximise the business opportunities; Integrate all marketing efforts (advertising, promotions, experiential, marketing assets…) within a consistent overall brand plan, including BU and SBU Specialist Support teams; Define marketing DME requirements and proper allocation across the Marketing mix elements; Ensure all brand strategies and plans are consistent with SBU deliverables and business objectives; Actively observe and ensure adherence to quality standards across all brand initiatives across the Franchise; Ensure advertising executions meet agreed success criteria across BU/SBU; Provide support to countries/territories/clusters (where applicable) in planning & implementation; apply all agreed KO Marketing Process and Procedures; tactical plans are developed and monitored for delivery against strategy; marketing plans implemented, monitored and evaluated in line with Brand Plan; Tracks and analyses brand performance and initiatives.
•System Alignment (25%) - Build Bottler commitment to the annual marketing plan covering consumer and operational marketing objectives; Develop with the Bottler, through marketing operations teams, an effective implementation plan for all marketing activities; Implement appropriate tracking procedures to ensure proper execution of these activities; Monitor plan execution in consistency with TCCC standards; Ensure seamless consumer marketing information flow within the system (from/to Bottler and within TCCC departments).b
•Talent development (10%) – Conduct audit on marketing personnel against agreed role descriptions and competencies; Build skills within the brand team in all areas of the Marketing Mix driven off an RGM planning mindset & integrated BPPC execution.
Financial/Job Scope
•Accountable for Brand P&L
•Brand totals for: Unit cases, Gross Profit, DME, Brand Contribution
•Brand health measures
Organizational Impact/Influence
•(BU) Brand Manager: Marketing Director , BU Strategic Marketing Manager, BU and SBU Specialist teams, Franchise Marketing teams (where applicable), Bottler senior managers, supplier/agency mgmt. & account management, Channel marketing
•Nature and Purpose of the Interaction: Develop and align brand marketing and business strategies and plans to deliver sustainable system profit growth.
Supervisory Responsibilities
E.g. Responsible in the design of processes and activities, objective setting and follow up, performance evaluations, coaching & feedback, developmental plans, hiring, terminations.
Direct Reports ( Position Titles, not names): (Where applicable – e.g. Assistant Brand Mgrs & Brand/Marketing Assistants)
Supporting Service: Marketing Operations Teams
Related Job Requirements/Qualifications
Technical Skills:
•Develop Brand Plan
•Maintain Brand Essentials
•Develop and Implement Promotional Activities
•Activate Brand Mix
•Manage Brand Communication Strategy
•Secure Bottler Integration
•Manage Commercialisation Process
•Manage Research Process
•Fluent in English
Competencies (Leader of Self)
Drives Innovative Business Improvements
Balances Immediate and Long-Term Priorities
Delivers Results
Imports and Exports Good Ideas
Develops and Inspires Others
Lives the Values
Required Experience
•6 years brand marketing experience in a FMCG environment.
Educational Requirements
Bachelors Degree
Cultural Diversity
•Has worked most of his/her career in a collaborative working situation, in which different viewpoints from a range of stakeholders needed to be taken into account to arrive at a productive solution.
Analysis
•Business issues (full spectrum) – brand level across markets in geography
•People issues (full spectrum)
Judgement and Decision Making
•See key duties/responsibilities
Travel Requirements
•Significant travel may be required from time to time
At The Coca-Cola Company you can cultivate your career in a challenging and dynamic environment. We are the largest manufacturer and distributor of nonalcoholic drinks in the world-selling more than 1 billion drinks a day. Unlock your full potential with a future-focused company that is known and respected throughout the world
How to Apply;
http://www.virtualvender.coca-cola.com/na_application.jsp
JOB ID 23364
LOCATION(S) Uganda
CITY/CITIES Kampala
SPECIFIC LOCATION UG-KAMPALA OFFICE
JOB TYPE
Full Time
TRAVEL REQUIRED
25%
RELOCATION PROVIDED
No
SHIFT
N/A
DESCRIPTION & REQUIREMENTS:
Position Overview:
The closing date is Friday, 29th June 2012
# Lead the development & execution of marketing strategies & plans for the
brand to maximise long-term volume & profit flow and increase the long-term
value of the brand.
# Responsible for Brand P&L, accountable for delivering UC,
GP, DME and Brand Contribution goals, managing the set up and day-to-day
execution of brand plans, recommending and implementing corrective/adjustment
actions up/downside to optimize effectiveness and ensure achievement of targets.
# Nurture an effective working relationship with Franchise/SBU supporting
service units and the Bottler(s) and lead proper field execution of marketing
strategies.
# Lead, motivate and develop capabilities of the Brand Team (where
applicable).
Key Responsibilities
•Strategic Thinking/Planning (20%) - Develop a 3-year portfolio strategy for the brand Ensure maintenance of brand equity in all initiatives; Develop and communicate the Annual Brand Plan in line with the ABP Process; Communicate and drive Strategy across the BU; Challenge all aspects of the marketing mix in terms of understanding and awareness of consumer & customer trends and their impact on brand strategy and plans; Manage brand as a business in terms of drivers, opportunities and return; Use financial insight to make principle based strategic decisions which benefit the BU; Align strategy (with all key stakeholders, including bottlers) across the BU to ensure value for the system; Guardian of the integrity of the brand/trademark; develop and maintain competitor intelligence; .
•Deliver results (45%) – Develop and manage brand team (where applicable) to support strategic direction; Establish and drive brand volume, share, and profit objectives; Anticipate situations and develop approaches that maximise the business opportunities; Integrate all marketing efforts (advertising, promotions, experiential, marketing assets…) within a consistent overall brand plan, including BU and SBU Specialist Support teams; Define marketing DME requirements and proper allocation across the Marketing mix elements; Ensure all brand strategies and plans are consistent with SBU deliverables and business objectives; Actively observe and ensure adherence to quality standards across all brand initiatives across the Franchise; Ensure advertising executions meet agreed success criteria across BU/SBU; Provide support to countries/territories/clusters (where applicable) in planning & implementation; apply all agreed KO Marketing Process and Procedures; tactical plans are developed and monitored for delivery against strategy; marketing plans implemented, monitored and evaluated in line with Brand Plan; Tracks and analyses brand performance and initiatives.
•System Alignment (25%) - Build Bottler commitment to the annual marketing plan covering consumer and operational marketing objectives; Develop with the Bottler, through marketing operations teams, an effective implementation plan for all marketing activities; Implement appropriate tracking procedures to ensure proper execution of these activities; Monitor plan execution in consistency with TCCC standards; Ensure seamless consumer marketing information flow within the system (from/to Bottler and within TCCC departments).b
•Talent development (10%) – Conduct audit on marketing personnel against agreed role descriptions and competencies; Build skills within the brand team in all areas of the Marketing Mix driven off an RGM planning mindset & integrated BPPC execution.
Financial/Job Scope
•Accountable for Brand P&L
•Brand totals for: Unit cases, Gross Profit, DME, Brand Contribution
•Brand health measures
Organizational Impact/Influence
•(BU) Brand Manager: Marketing Director , BU Strategic Marketing Manager, BU and SBU Specialist teams, Franchise Marketing teams (where applicable), Bottler senior managers, supplier/agency mgmt. & account management, Channel marketing
•Nature and Purpose of the Interaction: Develop and align brand marketing and business strategies and plans to deliver sustainable system profit growth.
Supervisory Responsibilities
E.g. Responsible in the design of processes and activities, objective setting and follow up, performance evaluations, coaching & feedback, developmental plans, hiring, terminations.
Direct Reports ( Position Titles, not names): (Where applicable – e.g. Assistant Brand Mgrs & Brand/Marketing Assistants)
Supporting Service: Marketing Operations Teams
Related Job Requirements/Qualifications
Technical Skills:
•Develop Brand Plan
•Maintain Brand Essentials
•Develop and Implement Promotional Activities
•Activate Brand Mix
•Manage Brand Communication Strategy
•Secure Bottler Integration
•Manage Commercialisation Process
•Manage Research Process
•Fluent in English
Competencies (Leader of Self)
Drives Innovative Business Improvements
Balances Immediate and Long-Term Priorities
Delivers Results
Imports and Exports Good Ideas
Develops and Inspires Others
Lives the Values
Required Experience
•6 years brand marketing experience in a FMCG environment.
Educational Requirements
Bachelors Degree
Cultural Diversity
•Has worked most of his/her career in a collaborative working situation, in which different viewpoints from a range of stakeholders needed to be taken into account to arrive at a productive solution.
Analysis
•Business issues (full spectrum) – brand level across markets in geography
•People issues (full spectrum)
Judgement and Decision Making
•See key duties/responsibilities
Travel Requirements
•Significant travel may be required from time to time
At The Coca-Cola Company you can cultivate your career in a challenging and dynamic environment. We are the largest manufacturer and distributor of nonalcoholic drinks in the world-selling more than 1 billion drinks a day. Unlock your full potential with a future-focused company that is known and respected throughout the world
How to Apply;
http://www.virtualvender.coca-cola.com/na_application.jsp
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