Job Title: Graduate Recruitment Program - Pinnacle
JOB ID 23086
LOCATION(S) Kenya
CITY/CITIES Nairobi
SPECIFIC LOCATION
JOB TYPE
Full Time
TRAVEL REQUIRED
RELOCATION PROVIDED
SHIFT
N/A
DESCRIPTION & REQUIREMENTS:
Position Overview:
JOB SUMMARY
►The Program's purpose is to provide a source for organizational renewal, support diversity initiatives, and infuse talent into The Coca-Cola System ahead of demand.
► Following a number of personal & professional assessments, the successful candidate will be working on a contractual basis as a Graduate Trainee for a period of 12 months.
► During the 12 month program, Graduate Trainees will receive cross-functional training during their training period, as well as exposure to all departments through an initial corporate orientation. Each trainee will be assigned a mentor for career and personal guidance for the duration of the program.
► Throughout the program, Graduate Trainees will experience a wide variety of learning interventions, including but not limited to: presentations, market visits, functional as well as interpersonal and management skills training, case studies, discussions with senior management, formal classroom training, e-learning and other.
► Candidates will have the opportunity to participate in live projects and to take on the responsibility for managing these projects as well as their successful implementation. A final graduation project where all Graduate Trainees will be requested to professionally demonstrate their learning will mark the end of the program.
KEY DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
►To participate in the Coca-Cola Graduate trainee program.
►Take responsibility for and commit to continuous self-development throughout the 12 month duration of the program in order to achieve a high level of competence as outlined by the program specifications.
►Adhere to the policies and procedures of The Coca-Cola Company for example (but not limited to): code of business conduct, working hours, leave etc.
►Participate in all learning activities as required by the program.
►Participate in all field work assignments as specified by the program and to complete all tasks / projects as assigned for these activities.
►Successfully manage and complete all assigned projects and assessments as per program requirements and schedule.
►Participate as an active member of the graduate trainee team.
►Demonstrate the values of The Coca-Cola Company and act as an ambassador by promoting and protecting our image both internally and externally.
►Identify business and program opportunities and communicate these to the program co-ordinator or assigned mentor as applicable and by so doing actively contribute to the growth and development of the Coca-Cola business.
►Complete additional work assignments as requested.
►Improve business understanding and knowledge of The Coca-Cola system and associated job roles.
►Facilitate the creation of an open learning environment by continuously sharing knowledge and learning with program peers as well as mentors and program managers.
►Accurately maintain and update your personal portfolio of evidence as specified by the program guidelines and within agreed timeframes to ensure all learning received (both on and off the job) is captured over the program duration.
►To participate in future graduate trainee programs as peer advisor, presenter or otherwise on an as needed basis and only when / if applicable.
FINANCIAL/ JOB SCOPE:
► The following measures are examples of candidate accountability measures throughout the program.
o 100% Completion of all program objectives as planned and within agreed timeframes.
o Assessments completed on time and within required standards.
o Compliance with all Company policies and procedures.
o Proficiency levels within agreed standards for the program.
o Projects completed within agreed timeframes and budget stipulations (where appropriate)
o Customer Satisfaction within agreed standards (Applies to projects undertaken with customers, bottlers etc. and based on feedback received following core assignments)
ORGANIZATION IMPACT/ INFLUENCE:
Extensive High Level / Operational Interaction with:
o Talent & Development Manager
o HR Director
o General Managers
o Mentors / Coaches
o Trainers / Facilitators
o Cross Functional Bottler Personnel (related to field assignments)
o Various Customers / Consumers (related to field assignments)
o Suppliers / Vendors (if applicable through field assignments and project related work)
o Program Assessors
►The nature and purpose of these interactions will be determined by the program objectives and relate primarily to the acquisition of knowledge and skills and in some cases project related activities determined by the nature of assigned projects / assignments.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
►None
RELATED JOB REQUIREMENTS/ QUALIFICATIONS:
Required Skills & Competencies (other):
► Acting with Integrity
► Logical Reasoning
► Thinking Systemically
► Organizational Skills
► Strong Analytical and Numerical Skills
► Team Work / Working with a team
► Establishing Collaborative Working Relationships
► Communicating Effectively
► Results Orientation
► Delivering on Commitments
► Managing Diversity
► Dealing with Ambiguity
► Creativity / Innovation
► Managing Change
► Resilience
Required Experience
► 0 - 2 years experience
► Fluent in English (Portuguese /French an added advantage)
► Have a Drivers License
► Computer Literacy (Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word and MS Project)
Coca-Cola Competencies
Drives Innovative Business Improvements
► Develops unique ideas that can be used to address business issues
► Focuses on projects and initiatives that deliver differentiated value to the organization
► Continuously seeks to improve processes
Balances Immediate and Long-Term Priorities
► Aligns priorities with clear, focused decisions that contribute to moving our vision forward
► Understands his/her role in building and delivering short- and long-term results to the business
►Works with teammates in other functions and geographies to plan for future objectives
Delivers Results
► Meets or exceeds individual performance expectations to produce exceptional results
► Possesses a strong desire to win and takes responsibility for critical outcomes
►Sets stretch objectives that are constantly re-evaluated to ensure organizational movement
Imports and Exports Good Ideas
► Strives to be a role model for collaboration
► Builds internal and external relationships that result in leveraged solutions to the business
► Uses personal ideas and industry information as inputs to moving others to action
Develops and Inspires Others
► Understands and leverages strengths and capabilities of self and others
► Demonstrates an awareness of personal impact by adapting and adjusting to uncomfortable situations
► Recognizes differences in others and uses individual awareness to increase business impact
Lives the Values
► Demonstrates personal commitment to our Values, holding self and others accountable
► Establishes and cultivates open, candid, trusting relationships with other team members
► Exhibits excitement and support around the work we’re doing
► Takes ownership for promoting and protecting our image internally and externally
ELIGIBILITY:
Minimum requirements
► Bachelor’s Degree in any business related field of study
► 0-2 years work experience
► 27 years of age and below
► Driving License
CULTURAL DIVERSITY:
► Ability to deal with several layers inside the organization and across the total Coca-Cola System at the same time.
► Ability to interact with associates, bottlers, customers, consumers and suppliers across a variety of Franchises within the Central, East & West Africa Business Unit.
► Ability to communicate in English
ANALYSIS:
► Acquiring and sharing knowledge and best practices
► Managing / completing projects and assignments within specific standards and deadlines
► Participating in assessment processes as a means to qualify throughout the program
► Building value based relationships across the system throughout the program period
► Opportunity identification as part of the program
JUDGEMENT AND DECISION MAKING:
► Provide input and recommendations related to the nature of the graduate trainee program and possible improvements for future programs
► Provide input and recommendations as they relate to various projects and assignments prescribed by the program.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
►Possible travel to moderate risk locations
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:
►May be required to travel; some trips requiring overnight stays for some length of time
How to Apply;
http://www.virtualvender.coca-cola.com/na_application.jsp
Wednesday, June 27, 2012
Agronomist Job Vacancy at Coca Cola Kenya
Job Title:Agronomist
JOB ID 23412
LOCATION(S) Kenya
CITY/CITIES Nairobi
SPECIFIC LOCATION
JOB TYPE
Full Time
TRAVEL REQUIRED
50%
RELOCATION PROVIDED
No
SHIFT
N/A
DESCRIPTION & REQUIREMENTS:
Position Overview:
The closing date is Wednesday, 4th July 2012
•Understand the fruit supply market , demand and pricing dynamics in order to manage local juice procurement process effectively across the geographies
•Work with internal and external experts to advice on best horticultural practices for farmers to increase fruit yields on existing programs (e.g. Project Nurture) as well as new ones.
•Work on development of more fruit varieties for local commercial juice processing to meet Coca-Cola requirements
Key Responsibilities
•Work with relevant stakeholders such as FAO, Ministry of Agriculture in the different geographies to obtain data on fruit industry that impacts key decision making
•Monitor fruit production variables and their impact on juice supply to include : assessment of fruit crop season,
planted surface, rain drop, cost drivers and yield forecast through industry sources
•Play an advisory role to the Business Unit on fruit availability and price forecast based on cost elements & drivers
•Provide advice to farmers on optimal farm inputs, crop husbandry and agronomy practices to maximize yields and lower costs
•Work with research and extension agencies to develop fruit varieties suitable for processing
•Work with chemicals suppliers to develop best practice on pest control to meet stringent requirements (for fresh fruit market and processing)
•Develop long term (5 – 10 year) plans for crop planting needs
•Understand competitor procurement dynamic’s and seasonal strategy
•Communicate relevant data with key stakeholders through weekly reporting and presentation
Financial Scope
•Countries: in 10 select countries
•3 official languages (English, French and Portuguese)
•60% of juice raw material supply for the Business Unit
•Work with very large scale farmers (over 20,000 acres),
•Work with development partners & small scale farmer organizations
Organizational Impact /Influence
Internal:
Stills Supply Chain Manager, G2G Procurement Manager. Commercial Finance Team , Technical Department , GM – Stills Franchise, Project Nurture Steering Committee at Senior Leadership Level
External:
Project Implementation Partners, Industry experts such as FAO, Ministry of Agriculture, Plant Health Regulatory Bodies, Metrological Departments
Supervisory Responsibilities
Direct reports: None – specialist role
Indirect Reports : Farmers across the region, regional producer buying groups (brokers), regional project implementation partners in the different regions (10)
Related Job Requirements/Qualifications
Technical Skills:
•Agronomy
•Supplier Management
•Project Management Skills
•Advanced Research and data analysis
•Capability building
•Communication Skills
•Collaboration Skills
•Strategic Influencing Skills
•MS Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint , Outlook, Ms Project)
Required Experience
•At least 8-10 years of relevant agronomy experience with a large multi-country agri-business organization, an academic/research organization, farm inputs supplier, government extension services or such other relevant experience
•Hands-on horticulture experience
•Farm management
Educational Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree in Agronomy/Agricultural Engineering. Master’s Degree will be an added advantage
Cultural Diversity
Multiple ethnic and cultural exposure - internally and externally (Anglophone, Francophone and Lusophone)
Fluency in English essential.
Analysis
•The successful candidate will be expected to pioneer in analysis and reporting systems for fruit crop yields, patterns and trends that affect the juice business
•Clear and concise report writing and presentation to various stakeholders will be an essential skill
Judgement and Decision Making
•The person will be responsible for making recommendations to the business unit regarding fruit prices, sourcing locations, pest & disease management interventions; recommending contract farmers to be recruited, and developing budget estimates
Working Conditions
As per the region
Travel Requirements
Potential 50% travel within regions
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.
Relocation costs are not provided for this job. By applying for this job, candidates understand and acknowledge that the Company will not provide relocation assistance or support and that relocation will be entirely the responsibility of the candidate
How to Apply;
http://www.virtualvender.coca-cola.com/na_application.jsp
JOB ID 23412
LOCATION(S) Kenya
CITY/CITIES Nairobi
SPECIFIC LOCATION
JOB TYPE
Full Time
TRAVEL REQUIRED
50%
RELOCATION PROVIDED
No
SHIFT
N/A
DESCRIPTION & REQUIREMENTS:
Position Overview:
The closing date is Wednesday, 4th July 2012
•Understand the fruit supply market , demand and pricing dynamics in order to manage local juice procurement process effectively across the geographies
•Work with internal and external experts to advice on best horticultural practices for farmers to increase fruit yields on existing programs (e.g. Project Nurture) as well as new ones.
•Work on development of more fruit varieties for local commercial juice processing to meet Coca-Cola requirements
Key Responsibilities
•Work with relevant stakeholders such as FAO, Ministry of Agriculture in the different geographies to obtain data on fruit industry that impacts key decision making
•Monitor fruit production variables and their impact on juice supply to include : assessment of fruit crop season,
planted surface, rain drop, cost drivers and yield forecast through industry sources
•Play an advisory role to the Business Unit on fruit availability and price forecast based on cost elements & drivers
•Provide advice to farmers on optimal farm inputs, crop husbandry and agronomy practices to maximize yields and lower costs
•Work with research and extension agencies to develop fruit varieties suitable for processing
•Work with chemicals suppliers to develop best practice on pest control to meet stringent requirements (for fresh fruit market and processing)
•Develop long term (5 – 10 year) plans for crop planting needs
•Understand competitor procurement dynamic’s and seasonal strategy
•Communicate relevant data with key stakeholders through weekly reporting and presentation
Financial Scope
•Countries: in 10 select countries
•3 official languages (English, French and Portuguese)
•60% of juice raw material supply for the Business Unit
•Work with very large scale farmers (over 20,000 acres),
•Work with development partners & small scale farmer organizations
Organizational Impact /Influence
Internal:
Stills Supply Chain Manager, G2G Procurement Manager. Commercial Finance Team , Technical Department , GM – Stills Franchise, Project Nurture Steering Committee at Senior Leadership Level
External:
Project Implementation Partners, Industry experts such as FAO, Ministry of Agriculture, Plant Health Regulatory Bodies, Metrological Departments
Supervisory Responsibilities
Direct reports: None – specialist role
Indirect Reports : Farmers across the region, regional producer buying groups (brokers), regional project implementation partners in the different regions (10)
Related Job Requirements/Qualifications
Technical Skills:
•Agronomy
•Supplier Management
•Project Management Skills
•Advanced Research and data analysis
•Capability building
•Communication Skills
•Collaboration Skills
•Strategic Influencing Skills
•MS Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint , Outlook, Ms Project)
Required Experience
•At least 8-10 years of relevant agronomy experience with a large multi-country agri-business organization, an academic/research organization, farm inputs supplier, government extension services or such other relevant experience
•Hands-on horticulture experience
•Farm management
Educational Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree in Agronomy/Agricultural Engineering. Master’s Degree will be an added advantage
Cultural Diversity
Multiple ethnic and cultural exposure - internally and externally (Anglophone, Francophone and Lusophone)
Fluency in English essential.
Analysis
•The successful candidate will be expected to pioneer in analysis and reporting systems for fruit crop yields, patterns and trends that affect the juice business
•Clear and concise report writing and presentation to various stakeholders will be an essential skill
Judgement and Decision Making
•The person will be responsible for making recommendations to the business unit regarding fruit prices, sourcing locations, pest & disease management interventions; recommending contract farmers to be recruited, and developing budget estimates
Working Conditions
As per the region
Travel Requirements
Potential 50% travel within regions
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.
Relocation costs are not provided for this job. By applying for this job, candidates understand and acknowledge that the Company will not provide relocation assistance or support and that relocation will be entirely the responsibility of the candidate
How to Apply;
http://www.virtualvender.coca-cola.com/na_application.jsp
Supply Chain Operations Manager Job Vacancy at Cola Kenya
Job Title: Supply Chain Operations Manager
JOB ID 23413
LOCATION(S) Kenya
CITY/CITIES Nairobi
SPECIFIC LOCATION
JOB TYPE
Full Time
TRAVEL REQUIRED
25%
RELOCATION PROVIDED
No
SHIFT
N/A
DESCRIPTION & REQUIREMENTS:
Position Overview:
The closing date is Wednesday, 4th July 2012
•Work with stakeholders across the system to ensure Stills supply chain operational effectiveness to support systems delivery of ABP
•Develop and implement the demand and operational framework across for Stills Portfolio across the BU
Key Responsibilities
•Work with Country Teams to determine and obtain the forecast for Stills beverages in the respective Franchises
•Implement a demand planning system across the Franchises
•Collaborate with key stakeholders: Bottlers/Sales, Marketing, Commercialization, and Procurement to improve forecast accuracy and reduce waste; and communicate the demand with the various supply points
•Coordinate with relevant stakeholders to ensure adequate inventory at supply points and within the supply chain
•Develop demand planning capabilities and support system in scaling them up across the Business Unit: Franchise Bottlers’ , Supply Chain Hub Operations, toll-packer management, finished goods export/import business, juice foodservice etc
•Collect, process, and analyze performance data to identify business plan variances using established systems and ad-hoc problem solving
•Coordinate suppliers, concentrate plants, production, R & D, and product commercialization in order to execute new product launches timeously, and ensure continuity of supply
•Hold regular routines with the stakeholders to anticipate and fulfill the demand
Financial/Job Scope
Volume (Unit case/gallons) – 2012 – TBC
Foodservice Customer Locations – new
Brands/Products – 4 brands, 10+ products, 25+ SKUs
Product Launches Annually – 3-5
Countries – 39
Currencies – multiple (mainly USD)
Bottlers & types – multiple
Suppliers – Multiple
Organizational Impact/Influence
INTERNAL
KO Technical, R&D, and Commercialization, Juice Cross-function team incl. Marketing, Innovation, Procurement, Finance.
EXTERNAL
Bottler Supply Chain (Production & Procurement), Distributors ,CPS, Toll Packers, Processers, Packaging Suppliers
Supervisory Responsibilities
Direct reports: None
Indirect Reports : Bottler Supply Chain (Production & Procurement), Distributors ,CPS, Toll Packers, Processers, Packaging Suppliers
Related Job Requirements/Qualifications
Technical Skills:
•Supplier Management
•Project Management Skills
•Strong analytical skills
•Capability building
•Communication Skills
•Collaboration Skills
•Strategic Influencing Skills
•MS Office ( Excel, Powerpoint , Outlook)
Required Experience
•At least 5-8 years of relevant experience with FMCG in demand planning and supply chain
Educational Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree in Business or related field. Professional qualifications in supply management will be an added advantage.
Cultural Diversity
•Responsibility and Interaction with Multiple ethnic and cultural exposure - internally and externally.
•Oral & Written proficiency in English. Knowledge of French & Portuguese will be an added advantage
Analysis
•Taking the lead in determining areas of accountability and determining how to accomplish and prioritize goals.
•Leverage scale to drive cost sufficiency
•Most of the problems to be solved require in-depth and broad Supply Chain expertise, creativity and flexibility in order to evaluate all different aspects, supported by highly developed inter-personal relationship, collaboration, as well as effective communication skills.
•The job demands flexibility and ability to work in a fast paced and dynamic business.
Judgement and Decision -Making
This business is emerging as one of the fastest growing categories in the business unit and requires innovative supply chain intervention particularly, in terms of structures, systems, and processes.
Working Conditions
As per the region
Travel Requirements
Potential 25 – 40% Domestic & International travel
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.
Relocation costs are not provided for this job. By applying for this job, candidates understand and acknowledge that the Company will not provide relocation assistance or support and that relocation will be entirely the responsibility of the candidate
How to Apply;
http://www.virtualvender.coca-cola.com/na_application.jsp
JOB ID 23413
LOCATION(S) Kenya
CITY/CITIES Nairobi
SPECIFIC LOCATION
JOB TYPE
Full Time
TRAVEL REQUIRED
25%
RELOCATION PROVIDED
No
SHIFT
N/A
DESCRIPTION & REQUIREMENTS:
Position Overview:
The closing date is Wednesday, 4th July 2012
•Work with stakeholders across the system to ensure Stills supply chain operational effectiveness to support systems delivery of ABP
•Develop and implement the demand and operational framework across for Stills Portfolio across the BU
Key Responsibilities
•Work with Country Teams to determine and obtain the forecast for Stills beverages in the respective Franchises
•Implement a demand planning system across the Franchises
•Collaborate with key stakeholders: Bottlers/Sales, Marketing, Commercialization, and Procurement to improve forecast accuracy and reduce waste; and communicate the demand with the various supply points
•Coordinate with relevant stakeholders to ensure adequate inventory at supply points and within the supply chain
•Develop demand planning capabilities and support system in scaling them up across the Business Unit: Franchise Bottlers’ , Supply Chain Hub Operations, toll-packer management, finished goods export/import business, juice foodservice etc
•Collect, process, and analyze performance data to identify business plan variances using established systems and ad-hoc problem solving
•Coordinate suppliers, concentrate plants, production, R & D, and product commercialization in order to execute new product launches timeously, and ensure continuity of supply
•Hold regular routines with the stakeholders to anticipate and fulfill the demand
Financial/Job Scope
Volume (Unit case/gallons) – 2012 – TBC
Foodservice Customer Locations – new
Brands/Products – 4 brands, 10+ products, 25+ SKUs
Product Launches Annually – 3-5
Countries – 39
Currencies – multiple (mainly USD)
Bottlers & types – multiple
Suppliers – Multiple
Organizational Impact/Influence
INTERNAL
KO Technical, R&D, and Commercialization, Juice Cross-function team incl. Marketing, Innovation, Procurement, Finance.
EXTERNAL
Bottler Supply Chain (Production & Procurement), Distributors ,CPS, Toll Packers, Processers, Packaging Suppliers
Supervisory Responsibilities
Direct reports: None
Indirect Reports : Bottler Supply Chain (Production & Procurement), Distributors ,CPS, Toll Packers, Processers, Packaging Suppliers
Related Job Requirements/Qualifications
Technical Skills:
•Supplier Management
•Project Management Skills
•Strong analytical skills
•Capability building
•Communication Skills
•Collaboration Skills
•Strategic Influencing Skills
•MS Office ( Excel, Powerpoint , Outlook)
Required Experience
•At least 5-8 years of relevant experience with FMCG in demand planning and supply chain
Educational Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree in Business or related field. Professional qualifications in supply management will be an added advantage.
Cultural Diversity
•Responsibility and Interaction with Multiple ethnic and cultural exposure - internally and externally.
•Oral & Written proficiency in English. Knowledge of French & Portuguese will be an added advantage
Analysis
•Taking the lead in determining areas of accountability and determining how to accomplish and prioritize goals.
•Leverage scale to drive cost sufficiency
•Most of the problems to be solved require in-depth and broad Supply Chain expertise, creativity and flexibility in order to evaluate all different aspects, supported by highly developed inter-personal relationship, collaboration, as well as effective communication skills.
•The job demands flexibility and ability to work in a fast paced and dynamic business.
Judgement and Decision -Making
This business is emerging as one of the fastest growing categories in the business unit and requires innovative supply chain intervention particularly, in terms of structures, systems, and processes.
Working Conditions
As per the region
Travel Requirements
Potential 25 – 40% Domestic & International travel
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.
Relocation costs are not provided for this job. By applying for this job, candidates understand and acknowledge that the Company will not provide relocation assistance or support and that relocation will be entirely the responsibility of the candidate
How to Apply;
http://www.virtualvender.coca-cola.com/na_application.jsp
Tuesday, June 26, 2012
Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist Job Vacancy at World Vision Zimbabwe
Job Title: Monitoring and Evaluation 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: Zimbabwe
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-8VGLCM
PURPOSE OF POSITION:
The Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist (M&E Specialist) has overall responsibility for providing coordination and leadership for strategic information, dissemination, and monitoring and evaluation of the project. The M&E Specialist is responsible for all project monitoring, evaluation and reporting activities. The M&E Specialist leads the development of and manages the Project’s Performance Monitoring Plan (PMP). The M&E Specialist develops and maintains systems to collect and analyze information on inputs, outputs, outcomes and impact of the program. She/he conduct supportive supervisory visits to sub-grantees to observe, monitor, provide guidance and quality feedback on the use of data and indicators; analyze monthly data and support training of M&E personnel in quality assurance methods. The M&E specialist should have experience working with capacity building of local partners in M&E, and familiarity with PEPFAR/USG indicators.
This person will carry out both formative (pre-intervention) and summative research (post-intervention). While post-project research will sum up the Project’s accomplishments in accurate, objective way, the research carried out during the project is meant to contribute to Project success. M&E is an essential management tool, allowing Project leaders to assess progress against benchmarks and make changes that improve outcomes and move toward success. The project is designed to achieve definite objectives, and M&E will be essential to reaching those objectives by monitoring progress at regular intervals. As such the M&E Specialist is part of the Project Management team.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Setting up the system.
Develop the overall framework for project M&E in accordance to the project and document M&E plan.
Conduct readiness assessment regarding M&E. What are the incentives at the system level, which are the beneficiaries, what is the existing capacity?
Identify the requirement for collecting baseline data, prepare terms-of-reference for and arrange the conduct of a baseline survey, as required.
Clarify M&E responsibilities of different project personnel.
Contribute to the development of the annual work plan, ensuring alignment with project strategy, agreement on annual targets and inclusion of M&E activates in the work plan.
Clarify process for monitoring and evaluations on sub-grantees.
Prepare detailed M&E budget.
Prepare calendar of M&E activities.
Identify other M&E staff that the project needs to contract. Guide recruitment.
Implementation of M&E
Oversee and execute M&E activities included in the Annual Work Plan, with particular focus on results and impacts as well as in lesson learning.
Based on the annual work plan and in particular the programs budgets, design the framework for the physical and process monitoring of project activities.
Promote a results-based approach to monitoring and evaluation, emphasizing results and impacts.
Assist in the development of project reports. Guide staff and executing partners in preparing their progress reports in accordance with approved reporting formats and ensure their timely submission.
This includes quarterly progress reports, annual project reports, inception reports, and ad-hoc technical reports.
Prepare consolidation progress reports for project management including identification of problems, causes of potential bottlenecks in the project implementation, and providing specific recommendations.
Check that monitoring data are discussed in the appropriate forum and in a timely fashion in terms of implications of future action. If necessary create such discussion forums to fill any gaps.
Undertake regular visits to the field to support implementation of M&E and to identify where adaptations might be needed.
Foster participatory planning and monitoring by training and involving primary stakeholder groups in the M&E of activities.
Facilitate, act as resource person, and join if required any external supervision and evaluation missions.
Monitor the follow up of evaluation recommendations.
Identify the need and draw up the ToRs for specific project studies. Recruit, guide and supervise consultants or organizations that are contracted to implement special surveys and studies required for evaluating project effects and impacts.
Organize (and provide) refresher training in M&E for project and implementing partner staff, local organizations and primary stakeholders with view of developing local M&E capacity.
Lessons learned
Design and implement a system to identify, analyze, document and disseminate lessons learned.
Consolidate a culture of lessons learning involving all project staff and allocate specific responsibilities.
Ensure that ToR for consultants recruited by the project also incorporate mechanisms to capture and share lessons learned through their inputs to the project, and to ensure that the results are reflected in the reporting system described above.
Document, package and disseminate lessons not less frequently than once every 12 months.
Facilitate exchange of experiences by supporting and coordinating participation in any existing network projects sharing common characteristics. These networks would largely function on the basis of an electronic platform but could also entail other methods and tools such as workshops, teleconferences, etc.
Identify and participate in additional networks, for example scientific or policy-based networks that may also yield lessons that can benefit project implementation.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
REQUIRED:
The Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist (M&E Specialist) will have demonstrated skills in gathering reliable data from populations in developing countries and in presenting data to decision-makers as a part of a management process. To accomplish this, the M&E specialist should have at least several years of proven experience with:
The logical framework approach and other strategic planning approaches
M&E methods and approaches (including quantitative, qualitative and participatory)
Planning, design and implementation of M&E systems, tools, and guides
Training in M&E development and implementation and/or facilitating learning-oriented analysis sessions of M&E data with multiple stakeholders
Data and information analysis
Report writing
A solid understanding of environmental management, with a focus on participatory processes, joint management, and gender issues
Familiarity with and a supportive attitude towards processes of strengthening local organizations and building local capacities for self-management
Willingness to undertake regular field visits and interact with different stakeholders, especially primary stakeholders
Computer skills
Leadership qualities, personnel and team management (including mediation and conflict resolution)
Language skills as required Degree in public health, health sciences, or the social sciences.
A minimum of 3 years of experience in the M&E of U.S government funded programs or other donors.
Experience in design and implementation of Monitoring and Evaluation systems in the OVC sector in Zimbabwe.
Demonstrated knowledge of management information systems.
3+ years + field based work experience, conducting M&E on large, multi-regional public-health programs and working with management to integrate research findings into project direction
PREFERRED:
Research skills — surveys
How to Apply;
https://jobs.wvi.org/webjobs.nsf/WebPublished/314E41F945331EBB88257A25002AFE14?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: Zimbabwe
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-8VGLCM
PURPOSE OF POSITION:
The Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist (M&E Specialist) has overall responsibility for providing coordination and leadership for strategic information, dissemination, and monitoring and evaluation of the project. The M&E Specialist is responsible for all project monitoring, evaluation and reporting activities. The M&E Specialist leads the development of and manages the Project’s Performance Monitoring Plan (PMP). The M&E Specialist develops and maintains systems to collect and analyze information on inputs, outputs, outcomes and impact of the program. She/he conduct supportive supervisory visits to sub-grantees to observe, monitor, provide guidance and quality feedback on the use of data and indicators; analyze monthly data and support training of M&E personnel in quality assurance methods. The M&E specialist should have experience working with capacity building of local partners in M&E, and familiarity with PEPFAR/USG indicators.
This person will carry out both formative (pre-intervention) and summative research (post-intervention). While post-project research will sum up the Project’s accomplishments in accurate, objective way, the research carried out during the project is meant to contribute to Project success. M&E is an essential management tool, allowing Project leaders to assess progress against benchmarks and make changes that improve outcomes and move toward success. The project is designed to achieve definite objectives, and M&E will be essential to reaching those objectives by monitoring progress at regular intervals. As such the M&E Specialist is part of the Project Management team.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Setting up the system.
Develop the overall framework for project M&E in accordance to the project and document M&E plan.
Conduct readiness assessment regarding M&E. What are the incentives at the system level, which are the beneficiaries, what is the existing capacity?
Identify the requirement for collecting baseline data, prepare terms-of-reference for and arrange the conduct of a baseline survey, as required.
Clarify M&E responsibilities of different project personnel.
Contribute to the development of the annual work plan, ensuring alignment with project strategy, agreement on annual targets and inclusion of M&E activates in the work plan.
Clarify process for monitoring and evaluations on sub-grantees.
Prepare detailed M&E budget.
Prepare calendar of M&E activities.
Identify other M&E staff that the project needs to contract. Guide recruitment.
Implementation of M&E
Oversee and execute M&E activities included in the Annual Work Plan, with particular focus on results and impacts as well as in lesson learning.
Based on the annual work plan and in particular the programs budgets, design the framework for the physical and process monitoring of project activities.
Promote a results-based approach to monitoring and evaluation, emphasizing results and impacts.
Assist in the development of project reports. Guide staff and executing partners in preparing their progress reports in accordance with approved reporting formats and ensure their timely submission.
This includes quarterly progress reports, annual project reports, inception reports, and ad-hoc technical reports.
Prepare consolidation progress reports for project management including identification of problems, causes of potential bottlenecks in the project implementation, and providing specific recommendations.
Check that monitoring data are discussed in the appropriate forum and in a timely fashion in terms of implications of future action. If necessary create such discussion forums to fill any gaps.
Undertake regular visits to the field to support implementation of M&E and to identify where adaptations might be needed.
Foster participatory planning and monitoring by training and involving primary stakeholder groups in the M&E of activities.
Facilitate, act as resource person, and join if required any external supervision and evaluation missions.
Monitor the follow up of evaluation recommendations.
Identify the need and draw up the ToRs for specific project studies. Recruit, guide and supervise consultants or organizations that are contracted to implement special surveys and studies required for evaluating project effects and impacts.
Organize (and provide) refresher training in M&E for project and implementing partner staff, local organizations and primary stakeholders with view of developing local M&E capacity.
Lessons learned
Design and implement a system to identify, analyze, document and disseminate lessons learned.
Consolidate a culture of lessons learning involving all project staff and allocate specific responsibilities.
Ensure that ToR for consultants recruited by the project also incorporate mechanisms to capture and share lessons learned through their inputs to the project, and to ensure that the results are reflected in the reporting system described above.
Document, package and disseminate lessons not less frequently than once every 12 months.
Facilitate exchange of experiences by supporting and coordinating participation in any existing network projects sharing common characteristics. These networks would largely function on the basis of an electronic platform but could also entail other methods and tools such as workshops, teleconferences, etc.
Identify and participate in additional networks, for example scientific or policy-based networks that may also yield lessons that can benefit project implementation.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
REQUIRED:
The Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist (M&E Specialist) will have demonstrated skills in gathering reliable data from populations in developing countries and in presenting data to decision-makers as a part of a management process. To accomplish this, the M&E specialist should have at least several years of proven experience with:
The logical framework approach and other strategic planning approaches
M&E methods and approaches (including quantitative, qualitative and participatory)
Planning, design and implementation of M&E systems, tools, and guides
Training in M&E development and implementation and/or facilitating learning-oriented analysis sessions of M&E data with multiple stakeholders
Data and information analysis
Report writing
A solid understanding of environmental management, with a focus on participatory processes, joint management, and gender issues
Familiarity with and a supportive attitude towards processes of strengthening local organizations and building local capacities for self-management
Willingness to undertake regular field visits and interact with different stakeholders, especially primary stakeholders
Computer skills
Leadership qualities, personnel and team management (including mediation and conflict resolution)
Language skills as required Degree in public health, health sciences, or the social sciences.
A minimum of 3 years of experience in the M&E of U.S government funded programs or other donors.
Experience in design and implementation of Monitoring and Evaluation systems in the OVC sector in Zimbabwe.
Demonstrated knowledge of management information systems.
3+ years + field based work experience, conducting M&E on large, multi-regional public-health programs and working with management to integrate research findings into project direction
PREFERRED:
Research skills — surveys
How to Apply;
https://jobs.wvi.org/webjobs.nsf/WebPublished/314E41F945331EBB88257A25002AFE14?OpenDocument
Finance and Administration Manager Job Vacancy at World Vision Zimbabwe
Job Title: Finance and Administration Manager Zimbabwe Application Deadline Date: 01 Jul 2012
Position Location: Harare Position Start Date: 01 Sep 2012
Region: Africa\Southern Africa Position End Date:
Requisition Category: International Recruitment Priority: Need Immediately
Country Name: Zimbabwe Program/Office Name: Zimbabwe
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-8VGKRS
PURPOSE OF POSITION:
The Finance and Administration Manager (F&A Manager) will be responsibility for the management and oversee the financial management of the project cash from stage to close-out. Support corporate, team and regional colleagues in achieving their goals of funding integration including financial accountability, staffing, and work planning, and reporting. At least 4 years of the international development experience of a F&A Manager must involve implementation and management of large-scale program activities. The applicant will provide detailed financial analysis, reporting, system and process development, training and support to international program funding, including cash, commodity grants or privately funded programs. Implement, process, and coordinate program accounting activities between program finance and corporate finance that supports corporate, team and regional colleagues in achieving their goals of funding integration and quality programming
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Ensure data integrity and accuracy of all awarded, proposed, and submitted grants as well as grant opportunities entered into the Grant Management System (GMS) system.
Prepare monthly and/or quarterly grant revenue projections and necessary reports in coordination with regional teams in support of corporate mandates and budget requirements. Review all grant financial reports from the field ensuring compliance.
Provide analysis of financial data as needed by the Regional Teams and/or field programs.
Review and approve all budget proposals and/or cost proposals prepared by the Grant Finance Managers in the National Office and/or field offices before submission to grantor/funding agency or other donor.
Provide support to the reserve management system to ensure proper allocation of resources to match commitments. Facilitate allocation processes, and where applicable, ensure field allocations are in compliance with USG regulations.
Support the annual strategic planning/budgeting process by providing support and analysis of financial data and organizing the monthly and year-end reconciliation process, including the reconciliation of PBAS with the system for grants.
Where applicable, monitor and report on monetization programs, including analysis of spending against budgets and actual income received, the tracking of monetization shipments, Ocean Freight
Reimbursements and inland transport costs.
Provide training and capacity building to both programs staff based in the United States and partnership staff based in the field including: computerized training, facilitation of needs-based training sessions, and performing financial capacity assessments.
Keep abreast of rules and regulations covering financial management of grants from U.S. government, multilateral agencies or other donor entity and communicate with leadership as changes occur that impact existing protocols.
Provide technical support to national offices with proposal preparation requiring specialized knowledge relating to lead or sub-grantee budget negotiation compliance assessments.
Develop financial policies and procedures to ensure compliance with applicable regulations.
Coordinate multi-year financial planning and annual budgeting and allocation process.
Attend and participate in the leadership of daily devotions and weekly Chapel services
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
REQUIRED:
Bachelors or Master's degree (accounting, finance or international business)
5 to 8 years of accounting and/or grants management experience required. CPA or other professional accreditation preferred. Work in an international/domestic relief and development organization recommended. 40 hours of continuing professional education required annually in this position
A minimum of 3 years of experience in the management of programs funded by the U.S. Government, including experience managing finance for USAID-funded projects, or other donors.
Leadership skills of large and diverse teams; diplomacy, strong presentation skills, speaking and writing. Excellent oral and written English skills required.
In-depth knowledge of USAID financial management rules and regulations
Excellent communications and management skills.
Excellent command of Excel.
The candidate should be a self-starter who is able to motivate team members to achieve common goals.
PREFERRED:
Proven ability in the management of large integrated programs in developing countries
How to Apply;
https://jobs.wvi.org/webjobs.nsf/WebPublished/665516DB6573A34888257A25002AFDF8?OpenDocument
Position Location: Harare Position Start Date: 01 Sep 2012
Region: Africa\Southern Africa Position End Date:
Requisition Category: International Recruitment Priority: Need Immediately
Country Name: Zimbabwe Program/Office Name: Zimbabwe
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-8VGKRS
PURPOSE OF POSITION:
The Finance and Administration Manager (F&A Manager) will be responsibility for the management and oversee the financial management of the project cash from stage to close-out. Support corporate, team and regional colleagues in achieving their goals of funding integration including financial accountability, staffing, and work planning, and reporting. At least 4 years of the international development experience of a F&A Manager must involve implementation and management of large-scale program activities. The applicant will provide detailed financial analysis, reporting, system and process development, training and support to international program funding, including cash, commodity grants or privately funded programs. Implement, process, and coordinate program accounting activities between program finance and corporate finance that supports corporate, team and regional colleagues in achieving their goals of funding integration and quality programming
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Ensure data integrity and accuracy of all awarded, proposed, and submitted grants as well as grant opportunities entered into the Grant Management System (GMS) system.
Prepare monthly and/or quarterly grant revenue projections and necessary reports in coordination with regional teams in support of corporate mandates and budget requirements. Review all grant financial reports from the field ensuring compliance.
Provide analysis of financial data as needed by the Regional Teams and/or field programs.
Review and approve all budget proposals and/or cost proposals prepared by the Grant Finance Managers in the National Office and/or field offices before submission to grantor/funding agency or other donor.
Provide support to the reserve management system to ensure proper allocation of resources to match commitments. Facilitate allocation processes, and where applicable, ensure field allocations are in compliance with USG regulations.
Support the annual strategic planning/budgeting process by providing support and analysis of financial data and organizing the monthly and year-end reconciliation process, including the reconciliation of PBAS with the system for grants.
Where applicable, monitor and report on monetization programs, including analysis of spending against budgets and actual income received, the tracking of monetization shipments, Ocean Freight
Reimbursements and inland transport costs.
Provide training and capacity building to both programs staff based in the United States and partnership staff based in the field including: computerized training, facilitation of needs-based training sessions, and performing financial capacity assessments.
Keep abreast of rules and regulations covering financial management of grants from U.S. government, multilateral agencies or other donor entity and communicate with leadership as changes occur that impact existing protocols.
Provide technical support to national offices with proposal preparation requiring specialized knowledge relating to lead or sub-grantee budget negotiation compliance assessments.
Develop financial policies and procedures to ensure compliance with applicable regulations.
Coordinate multi-year financial planning and annual budgeting and allocation process.
Attend and participate in the leadership of daily devotions and weekly Chapel services
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
REQUIRED:
Bachelors or Master's degree (accounting, finance or international business)
5 to 8 years of accounting and/or grants management experience required. CPA or other professional accreditation preferred. Work in an international/domestic relief and development organization recommended. 40 hours of continuing professional education required annually in this position
A minimum of 3 years of experience in the management of programs funded by the U.S. Government, including experience managing finance for USAID-funded projects, or other donors.
Leadership skills of large and diverse teams; diplomacy, strong presentation skills, speaking and writing. Excellent oral and written English skills required.
In-depth knowledge of USAID financial management rules and regulations
Excellent communications and management skills.
Excellent command of Excel.
The candidate should be a self-starter who is able to motivate team members to achieve common goals.
PREFERRED:
Proven ability in the management of large integrated programs in developing countries
How to Apply;
https://jobs.wvi.org/webjobs.nsf/WebPublished/665516DB6573A34888257A25002AFDF8?OpenDocument
Intergrated Programmes Director Job Vacancy at World Vision South Africa
Job Title: Intergrated Programmes Director Application Deadline Date: 26 Jun 2012
Position Location: Gauteng Position Start Date: 01 Jul 2012
Region: Africa\Southern Africa Position End Date: 30 Dec 2015
Requisition Category: International Recruitment Priority: Need Immediately
Country Name: South Africa Program/Office Name: South Africa
City/Province: Gauteng Employee Type: Regular Full-time
Job Grade Level: 18 Recruitment Status: Actively Recruiting
Is this a family post? Non-family - Staff only
Requisition Num: 2012AFSLNGE-8UUGP2
PURPOSE OF POSITION:
The Integrated Programmes Director (IPD) ensures successful execution of WV South Africa strategic program focus areas through effective leadership and overseeing the management of all programme implementation, new programmes and ensuring integration of the key WV pillars at both Institutional and community level ensuring that WVSA faces and focuses on the child.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Strategic Management
To ensure the development of the Integrated Programmes strategic plan, the review and monitoring of IP strategy implementation, ensuring alignment to the WVSA strategic direction, incorporating sectors and croProgramme management
To lead integrated programmatic excellence throughout the country to ensure proper programme management and reporting (including, but not limited to child monitoring being aligned with CWBO and integrated with programming) that leads to sustainable livelihood for children and their communities. To ensure sustainable programmes which create resilience within communities and incorporates Disaster Risk Reduction efforts. Ensure the intentional mainstreaming of Advocacy and Children & Gender within WVSA Programmes cutting strategies.
Contributes to the strategic and operational leadership and effectiveness of WVSA Senior Management Team by being an active team player, Programme Quality
To ensure quality programming, innovative designs, monitoring, evaluation, reflection, learning and reporting of all WVSA’s programme interventions according to WV (including LEAP) and global standards, integrating the strategic focus areas; Health-HIV/AIDS, education, economic development. The ‘cross cutting’ strategic themes (peace building, gender, Christian commitments). And, the WV 3 mission pillars; Transformational Development, Relief and Advocacy, that leads to sustainable livelihood for children and their community Programme customer service management
To provide customer service to and including the community, children, sponsors and donor community, to ensure sustainable transformational development (sustained wellbeing of children) of all WV SA communities. Funding programme management
To ensure the development of new sources of funding (Governments grants, Private Public Partnerships, Private Non-sponsorships, Corporates and Foundations) and grow the existing funding sources (e.g. Sponsorship) to enhance the sustainable impact on all WVSA communities. People Leadership
To provide leadership and support to the Project Quality Team to ensure effective management of the entire employee-life-cycle (Recruitment, Performance Management- including Coaching and Mentoring, Capacity Building, Talent Management, Employee Relations Stakeholder relationship management (internal &external):
To develop and maintain strategic alliances, networks, and partnerships with key internal and external partners and actively pursue contact with government authorities, donor community (AUS aid; US aid; EU aid); multilaterals (UN agencies, WFP, etc); corporate partnerships; support offices (inclusive of joint learning), other National offices in the region, civil society, and other stakeholders as a means to strengthen the results of WV SA programmatic interventions . Knowledge Management
To provide thought leadership on Organisational Effectiveness and keeping abreast of current trends by linking up with relevant research organisations to inform and benchmark best practices.
Financial & governance:
Lead the embodiment of WV’s core value “we are stewards” throughout WV South Africa’s programming by ensuring high standards of stewardship and accountability and compliance with the division’s budget and WV financial policies and procedures, including participation in and follow up of periodic financial and operational audits.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
REQUIRED:
Post Graduate degree (MA/MS) in a relevant field – Management /Leadership, International Development, Social Development, Monitoring and Evaluation, or a sectoral area such as agriculture, public health, education, etc.
10 years practical experience in national programme management and leadership – must be an effective and efficient coach of international and national staff.
Experience in the relevant development fields – Health, HIV/AIDS, Education, Economic development, food security, WASH, disaster management, gender mainstreaming, child protection and/or advocacy,
Experience in implementation of grant-funded and privately-funded relief and development programming.
Experience working in other countries is an added advantage
PREFERRED:
Doctorate
How to Apply;
https://jobs.wvi.org/webjobs.nsf/WebPublished/8A30820BD64479FD88257A150010EB58?OpenDocument
Position Location: Gauteng Position Start Date: 01 Jul 2012
Region: Africa\Southern Africa Position End Date: 30 Dec 2015
Requisition Category: International Recruitment Priority: Need Immediately
Country Name: South Africa Program/Office Name: South Africa
City/Province: Gauteng Employee Type: Regular Full-time
Job Grade Level: 18 Recruitment Status: Actively Recruiting
Is this a family post? Non-family - Staff only
Requisition Num: 2012AFSLNGE-8UUGP2
PURPOSE OF POSITION:
The Integrated Programmes Director (IPD) ensures successful execution of WV South Africa strategic program focus areas through effective leadership and overseeing the management of all programme implementation, new programmes and ensuring integration of the key WV pillars at both Institutional and community level ensuring that WVSA faces and focuses on the child.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Strategic Management
To ensure the development of the Integrated Programmes strategic plan, the review and monitoring of IP strategy implementation, ensuring alignment to the WVSA strategic direction, incorporating sectors and croProgramme management
To lead integrated programmatic excellence throughout the country to ensure proper programme management and reporting (including, but not limited to child monitoring being aligned with CWBO and integrated with programming) that leads to sustainable livelihood for children and their communities. To ensure sustainable programmes which create resilience within communities and incorporates Disaster Risk Reduction efforts. Ensure the intentional mainstreaming of Advocacy and Children & Gender within WVSA Programmes cutting strategies.
Contributes to the strategic and operational leadership and effectiveness of WVSA Senior Management Team by being an active team player, Programme Quality
To ensure quality programming, innovative designs, monitoring, evaluation, reflection, learning and reporting of all WVSA’s programme interventions according to WV (including LEAP) and global standards, integrating the strategic focus areas; Health-HIV/AIDS, education, economic development. The ‘cross cutting’ strategic themes (peace building, gender, Christian commitments). And, the WV 3 mission pillars; Transformational Development, Relief and Advocacy, that leads to sustainable livelihood for children and their community Programme customer service management
To provide customer service to and including the community, children, sponsors and donor community, to ensure sustainable transformational development (sustained wellbeing of children) of all WV SA communities. Funding programme management
To ensure the development of new sources of funding (Governments grants, Private Public Partnerships, Private Non-sponsorships, Corporates and Foundations) and grow the existing funding sources (e.g. Sponsorship) to enhance the sustainable impact on all WVSA communities. People Leadership
To provide leadership and support to the Project Quality Team to ensure effective management of the entire employee-life-cycle (Recruitment, Performance Management- including Coaching and Mentoring, Capacity Building, Talent Management, Employee Relations Stakeholder relationship management (internal &external):
To develop and maintain strategic alliances, networks, and partnerships with key internal and external partners and actively pursue contact with government authorities, donor community (AUS aid; US aid; EU aid); multilaterals (UN agencies, WFP, etc); corporate partnerships; support offices (inclusive of joint learning), other National offices in the region, civil society, and other stakeholders as a means to strengthen the results of WV SA programmatic interventions . Knowledge Management
To provide thought leadership on Organisational Effectiveness and keeping abreast of current trends by linking up with relevant research organisations to inform and benchmark best practices.
Financial & governance:
Lead the embodiment of WV’s core value “we are stewards” throughout WV South Africa’s programming by ensuring high standards of stewardship and accountability and compliance with the division’s budget and WV financial policies and procedures, including participation in and follow up of periodic financial and operational audits.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
REQUIRED:
Post Graduate degree (MA/MS) in a relevant field – Management /Leadership, International Development, Social Development, Monitoring and Evaluation, or a sectoral area such as agriculture, public health, education, etc.
10 years practical experience in national programme management and leadership – must be an effective and efficient coach of international and national staff.
Experience in the relevant development fields – Health, HIV/AIDS, Education, Economic development, food security, WASH, disaster management, gender mainstreaming, child protection and/or advocacy,
Experience in implementation of grant-funded and privately-funded relief and development programming.
Experience working in other countries is an added advantage
PREFERRED:
Doctorate
How to Apply;
https://jobs.wvi.org/webjobs.nsf/WebPublished/8A30820BD64479FD88257A150010EB58?OpenDocument
Partners Program Officer Job Vacancy at World Vision Somalia
Job Title: Partners Program Officer Application Deadline Date: 06 Jul 2012
Position Location: Doolow - Somalia Position Start Date: 01 Jul 2012
Region: Africa\East Africa Position End Date: 30 Jun 2013
Requisition Category: International Recruitment Priority: Need Immediately
Country Name: Somalia Program/Office Name: Somalia Program
City/Province: Doolow - Somalia Employee Type: Contract
Job Grade Level: 11 Recruitment Status: Advertising in Progress
Is this a family post? Non-family - Staff only
Requisition Num: 2012AFEFNJE-8VAB5B
PURPOSE OF POSITION
The Partners Program Officer will work with funding from the Canadian International Development Agency and be responsible for implementing the capacity building interventions of local partners, local authorities, Government institutions and ensure that local service provision is responsive, especially to the needs of host communities and IDPs in undertaking emergency programming in Gedo Region, and the possible expansion into South Central. The position will to ensure accountable implementation through partners through compliance monitoring to enable partners to build their capacity to address vulnerability in their own communities.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide effective organizational capacity building support on organizational systems, finance and program quality to local implementing partners in liaison with various internal and external stakeholders.
Provide timely, well-informed and quality reporting on grant funded programmes being implemented by local partners.
In partnership with CBOs, NGOs and Government institutions, develop proposal for a variety of donors to address emergency and rehabilitative proposals which meet community identified needs and align to WV Somalia strategy.
Regularly assess the capacity of existing and potential partners to ensure transparent and accountable program implementation, reporting and financial management of CIDA funded programmes.
Actively identify capacity building opportunities for CBOs, NGOs and Government institutions to ensure that they effectively undertake their duty bearer role in a fragile context.
Identify training needs and develop a training and capacity building plan to improve the capacity of local partners in implementing and reporting against emergency and development programming indicators.
Ensure adherence by local implementing partners to WVS monitoring mechanisms which allow transparent and accountable implementation of projects.
Develop networks with a variety stakeholders at field level with the aim of expanding the current scope of WVS in Gedo region into South Central by fostering strategic partnerships.
Represent WV Somalia in various donor and coordination forums at field level and providing programmatic information as required.
Assist in the preparation in a variety of reports and contingency plans as required by WVS.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
REQUIRED:
First degree in Development studies.
3 year's of experience in the field of development issues, working with partners, humanitarian emergency affairs, preferably with experience in developing countries. At least 2 year's experience undertaking implementation through partners.
Technical knowledge on Humanitarian standards (SPHERE), specific training's on donor requirements e.g. CIDA, DEC, G2G training, GoG Training, EuropeAid training, Security training.
Experience of working and living abroad.
Demonstrates well-developed interpersonal skills, excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, as well as negotiation skills
Good command of English, Knowledge of Somali will be an added advantage
Must adhere to set security standards
Must be a committed Christian, able to stand above denominational diversities.
PREFERRED:
Ensure a gender perspective in the scope of work
How to Apply;
https://jobs.wvi.org/webjobs.nsf/WebPublished/3869591854E6DDC388257A1E00406DF8?OpenDocument
Position Location: Doolow - Somalia Position Start Date: 01 Jul 2012
Region: Africa\East Africa Position End Date: 30 Jun 2013
Requisition Category: International Recruitment Priority: Need Immediately
Country Name: Somalia Program/Office Name: Somalia Program
City/Province: Doolow - Somalia Employee Type: Contract
Job Grade Level: 11 Recruitment Status: Advertising in Progress
Is this a family post? Non-family - Staff only
Requisition Num: 2012AFEFNJE-8VAB5B
PURPOSE OF POSITION
The Partners Program Officer will work with funding from the Canadian International Development Agency and be responsible for implementing the capacity building interventions of local partners, local authorities, Government institutions and ensure that local service provision is responsive, especially to the needs of host communities and IDPs in undertaking emergency programming in Gedo Region, and the possible expansion into South Central. The position will to ensure accountable implementation through partners through compliance monitoring to enable partners to build their capacity to address vulnerability in their own communities.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide effective organizational capacity building support on organizational systems, finance and program quality to local implementing partners in liaison with various internal and external stakeholders.
Provide timely, well-informed and quality reporting on grant funded programmes being implemented by local partners.
In partnership with CBOs, NGOs and Government institutions, develop proposal for a variety of donors to address emergency and rehabilitative proposals which meet community identified needs and align to WV Somalia strategy.
Regularly assess the capacity of existing and potential partners to ensure transparent and accountable program implementation, reporting and financial management of CIDA funded programmes.
Actively identify capacity building opportunities for CBOs, NGOs and Government institutions to ensure that they effectively undertake their duty bearer role in a fragile context.
Identify training needs and develop a training and capacity building plan to improve the capacity of local partners in implementing and reporting against emergency and development programming indicators.
Ensure adherence by local implementing partners to WVS monitoring mechanisms which allow transparent and accountable implementation of projects.
Develop networks with a variety stakeholders at field level with the aim of expanding the current scope of WVS in Gedo region into South Central by fostering strategic partnerships.
Represent WV Somalia in various donor and coordination forums at field level and providing programmatic information as required.
Assist in the preparation in a variety of reports and contingency plans as required by WVS.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
REQUIRED:
First degree in Development studies.
3 year's of experience in the field of development issues, working with partners, humanitarian emergency affairs, preferably with experience in developing countries. At least 2 year's experience undertaking implementation through partners.
Technical knowledge on Humanitarian standards (SPHERE), specific training's on donor requirements e.g. CIDA, DEC, G2G training, GoG Training, EuropeAid training, Security training.
Experience of working and living abroad.
Demonstrates well-developed interpersonal skills, excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, as well as negotiation skills
Good command of English, Knowledge of Somali will be an added advantage
Must adhere to set security standards
Must be a committed Christian, able to stand above denominational diversities.
PREFERRED:
Ensure a gender perspective in the scope of work
How to Apply;
https://jobs.wvi.org/webjobs.nsf/WebPublished/3869591854E6DDC388257A1E00406DF8?OpenDocument
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