EXTERNAL EVALUATOR - INTERNET INITIATIVES

EXTERNAL EVALUATOR - INTERNET INITIATIVES


Internews wishes to contract an expert to design and conduct an evaluation of its internet initiatives. The purpose of the evaluation is to assess the quality of the program design and implementation, assess how well the project met each of its proposed objectives, identify the key factors that contributed to the project's successes and the key factors/ challenges that constrained progress and achievements, and to offer recommendations for future programming in this area. The evaluation will be conducted during the period of October 31-December 30, 2011, and may require travel to Washington, D.C. This consultancy will be part-time. QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum of 5 years monitoring and evaluation experience. Familiarity with public and private funding. Familiarity with role of ICTs in development and human rights. Prior experience evaluating democracy and governance projects, human rights work and media development is preferred. TO APPLY: Interested candidates meeting the qualifications should forward a cover letter and current resume to 876-in(at) internews (dot) org (re-write in standard format), placing "EE-OI-in" in the subject line. Please include the following with your application: A letter of availability and intent, which describes their familiarity with this type of programming and funding as well as their prior evaluation experience; Current 1420 Bio Data Sheet; A writing sample, preferably a copy of an evaluation report written by the candidate; Names of two persons for whom program evaluations have been conducted along with current contact information (both telephone and e-mail). Closing date: 7 October 2011. EOE M/F/D/V

PROJECT DIRECTOR KABUL, AFGHANISTAN

PROJECT DIRECTOR
KABUL, AFGHANISTAN

Internews(r) Network is seeking a Project Director in Kabul. Under the supervision of the Chief of Party and the Vice President, the Project Director will manage the start-up of this project, including fiscal oversight. This will involve recruiting local staff, organizing and administering sub-grants, establishing systems and procedures for administration, implementation and monitoring and evaluation. The Project Director will work very closely with the Deputy Director to establish the project and to hand- over full responsibility by the end of the employment period. The objective of the project is to improve provincial human rights monitoring in Afghanistan by (i) enabling Afghan women-focused human rights organizations/ institutions to use innovative media technology for monitoring, tracking and advocacy around rights violations including SGBV cases and (ii) to use radio programming and journalism training to create a more conducive environment for the work of these organizations and to inform women about their rights and how to report violations. The activities include: consultation with provincially based women-focused human rights organizations; the development of appropriate, innovative tools; the provision of training and grants to encourage uptake of tools; provision of training and support to track and conduct advocacy around SGBV cases; the evaluation and dissemination of lessons learned; and work with journalists to report more effectively on women's rights. QUALIFICATIONS: 3+ years program management experience. Knowledge and work experience in programs focused on women's rights preferred. Knowledge and experience of using media tools for development programs preferred. Excellent communication skills. Proficient in MS Office. Experience managing databases. Ability to prioritize and handle multiple on-going assignments. Relevant university degree required. Experience of working in Afghanistan preferred. TO APPLY: Interested candidates meeting the qualifications should forward a cover letter and resume to 876-in(at) internews (dot) org (re-write in standard format), placing "PDWR- AF-IN" in the subject line. EOE M/F/D/V

COUNTRY DIRECTOR KENYA

COUNTRY DIRECTOR
KENYA

Pact is seeking a Country Director (CD) who will lead the implementation, coordination, management and representation of Pact's country portfolio in Kenya. As CD s/he is responsible for the growth and development and the timely and efficient implementation of the country program. The CD shall provide senior leadership in- country, guide strategy development and execution and act externally as Pact's senior representative with the donor community and other stakeholders in country. Responsibilities include oversight of the program including team management, operations, new business development, programmatic planning, financial monitoring and reporting, management of procurements and partnerships under the project, and compliance with Pact's policies and donors' award terms and conditions. The CD will also serve as the Chief of Party (COP) for the USAID-funded Kenya Civil Society Strengthening Project (KCSSP) focused on developing the capacity of local organizations in governance and natural resource management. In addition the CD will contribute to Pact's global activities and initiatives as required. The CD will report to the Regional Vice President, East/ West Africa. Specific Duties and Responsibilities: Leadership and Strategy: Guide strategy development/ refinement process and action planning, and lead execution, in collaboration with Regional VP. Shape team structure and culture to promote collaboration, strategic thinking, innovation and growth. Supervise and mentor all senior management staff. Actively participate in regional and global organizational initiatives and connect to colleagues and resources within Pact for internal integration for strategic impact. Program and Technical Management: Ensure project implementation and deliverables, donor reporting and compliance, and project spending meet Pact and donor expectations for quality and timeliness. Ensure technical excellence of all projects through coordination of internal and external technical assistance and partnerships. Ensure implementation of rigorous and comprehensive Monitoring, Evaluation, Reporting and Learning plans for each project and guide regular project reviews for learning and project documentation. Provide specific and deeper management of the KCSSP project as Chief of Party, including technical oversight and guidance, annual workplanning, monitoring and evaluation, donor reporting, human resource and operations management, and donor and partner liaising. Growth and External Relationships: Build strong relationships with key stakeholders (government, partners, donors, private sector, etc.) for effective program implementation, learning, influence, and development results. Network across a broad environment of partners and donors in exploration of new opportunities for Pact and the most effective future partnerships. Regularly communicate with key units within Pact about donor strategies, contacts, development needs, and opportunities. Publicly represent Pact within a range of forums both within and beyond Kenya. Financial and Administrative Oversight: Oversee timely, complete and accurate monthly reporting, and effective financial management of all resources allocated to Kenya projects within both cost-reimbursable and fixed-price contract frameworks. Ensure compliance with all local and relevant US laws, donor regulations, GAAP, Pact policies, fair and competitive procurement guidelines to avoid misuse or loss of assets. Ensure operational needs are effectively and efficiently met, including IT, vehicles, communications, office space, support staff, etc. Regularly review and analyze current budgets and future pipeline to guide operational and human resource decisions and investments in positioning for new business. Ensure accurate budgeting for core and project specific costs and fair allocation of shared costs across donor budgets and provide accurate financial projections as requested for organization-wide planning. QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's Degree with 15 years' experience or Master's Degree with 12 years' experience required. Minimum 5 years demonstrated experience in a senior management/ leadership role. Minimum 5 years demonstrated experience with civil society strengthening, governance, or natural resource management programming required. Broad range of experience with development approaches and development needs, particularly those specific to East Africa preferred. Minimum 3 years of experience with USAID-funded awards required. Experience with other development funders (DFID, EU, private foundations, etc.) desired. Experience in Africa required; experience in East Africa strongly preferred. Strong networking, public speaking, cross-cultural communications, and relationship-building abilities strongly desired. Strong computers skills, and written and oral communications skills required. Fluency in English required. Disclaimer: This job description summarizes the responsibilities assigned to the position; however it does not contain an all-inclusive list of responsibilities. Periodically, employee(s) will be required to follow any other job- related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their supervisor. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise. Employment at Pact is a voluntary "at will" relationship. TO APPLY: for this position, please fill out the online application at: https://www5.ultirecruit.com/PAC1005/jobboard/NewCandidateExt.aspx?__JobID=282

PROJECT MANAGER, LIVESTOCK AND IRRIGATION VALUE CHAINS FOR ETHIOPIAN

PROJECT MANAGER, LIVESTOCK AND IRRIGATION VALUE CHAINS FOR ETHIOPIAN SMALLHOLDERS (LIVES)
ADDIS ABABA, ETHIOPIA

ILRI seeks to recruit a senior Project Manager to oversee and lead all aspects of the implementation of the 5 year Livestock and Irrigation Value-Chains for Ethiopian Smallholders project. The International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) works at the crossroads of livestock and poverty, bringing high-quality livestock science, communications and capacity building to bear on poverty reduction and sustainable development. ILRI is one of 15 centres supported by the Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR). ILRI is headquartered in Kenya, with offices located in other regions of Africa (Ethiopia, Mali, Mozambique, and Nigeria) as well as in South Asia (India, Sri Lanka), Southeast Asia (Laos, Thailand, and Vietnam) and East Asia (China). The Livestock and Irrigation Value-Chains for Ethiopian Smallholders (LIVES) project is an initiative designed by ILRI, IWMI (the International Water Management Institute) and their Ethiopian partners to enhance income and gender equitable wealth creation for smallholders and other value chain actors through increased and sustained market off-take of high-value livestock and irrigated crop commodities. It will design and implement interventions to improve market orientation of semi-commercial farmers for enhanced competitiveness, sustainability and equity in value chains in four regions of Ethiopia. Responsibilities: Oversee the planning and implementation of the LIVES project activities based on linking research outputs and outcomes to development actions for triggering innovation in value chains; Instill a process of active monitoring and learning to capture lessons of what is working and what is not, and their implications for improving the development actions and, to support development of a strategy for scaling up and out; Inject a business management perspective to guide the development of appropriate services and involvement of the private sector to stimulate and sustain the target value chains; Develop and implement a strategy of training and mentoring to nurture and build capacity locally to support the interventions and continued development of the value chains; Foster effective partnerships through team-building and communication across the national and international project partners including stakeholders, agribusiness, researchers, policy makers; Support and manage technical and administrative staff to operate effectively as a team; Develop and implement a communication strategy for disseminating results and lessons from the project. QUALIFICATIONS and experience: The successful candidate should be an agriculturalist or livestock development practitioner with a broad range of technical and managerial skills and experience, preferably in Sub- Saharan Africa; Advanced degree in livestock or agriculture; 10+ years' experience in integrated rural or small business development activities, especially as it relates to the design, implementation and communication of applied research; Understanding of the rural and small enterprise innovation processes; Proven skills in project management, team building and developing partnerships with national and international R&D actors and private sector; Proven ability to work in and facilitate a multi-institutional environment; Work experience in Ethiopia and an understanding of the CGIAR is desirable. Post location: Initial appointment is for three years with the possibility of renewal, contingent upon individual performance and the availability of funding. The position will be based at ILRI-Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Position level: The position is Scientist/ Research Level 3, dependent on qualifications and experience. Benefits: ILRI offers a competitive international benefit package. Benefits are tax free subject to compliance with tax regulations of country of citizenship. Benefits include: 15% pension contributions, Life insurance, International medical cover for staff and dependents, Education allowance for dependent children, Housing allowance, Relocation allowance, Annual home leave travel allowance, Annual holiday entitlement of 30 days + 11 public holidays. TO APPLY: Applicants should send a cover letter explaining their interest, what they can bring to the job and indicating earliest availability. They should also send curriculum vitae and the names and addresses (including telephone and email) of three referees who are knowledgeable about the candidate's professional qualifications and work experience to email: ilri- projectmanager@cgiar.org by 15 October 2011. The position reference number 'PM/LIVES/ET/09/11' must be clearly indicated in the email subject line. ILRI is an equal opportunity employer. Suitably qualified women and developing country citizens are particularly encouraged to apply.

PROJECT MANAGER, PROCUREMENT AND LOGISTICS WASHINGTON, DC

PROJECT MANAGER, PROCUREMENT AND LOGISTICS
WASHINGTON, DC

PSI has posted an opening for a VPP Project Manager to manage Global Fund Voluntary Pooled Procurement project for cost-effective and efficient procurement process of health commodities. REQUIRES: At least 10 years significant experience working as procurement professional. Education or training in procurement, logistics, business, law, economics, finance, public administration, or related field. Extensive knowledge of international best practices in procurement procedures, project administration, contract procedures and project follow-up. For more information and to apply visit www.psi.org/jobs

TUNISIAN CIVIL SOCIETY GRANTS MANAGER TUNIS, TUNISIA

TUNISIAN CIVIL SOCIETY GRANTS MANAGER
TUNIS, TUNISIA

The Eurasia Foundation (EF), an international non-profit organization supporting the development of civil society in the Eurasia region and neighboring countries, is accepting applications for Grants Manager for the Tunisia Civil Society Program based in Tunis, Tunisia. The Grants Manager is responsible for the Foundation's grants management activities in accordance with the Foundation's standard operating procedures, including preparing grant agreements, liaising with the applicants and grantees, and preparing routine documents and correspondence for active grants. Position subject to funding availability. Primary Duties and Responsibilities: Grants Management: Develop criteria for assessing grant applications and review grant proposals and budgets. Conduct pre-award grant management due diligence. Maintain daily communications with the home office in Washington, DC, through the Tunisia program coordinator. Ensure integrity of funds made available to grant recipients. Prepare and amend grant agreements. Assist grant recipients and other beneficiary NGOs develop project budgets and internal policies. Communications and Collaboration: Liaise regularly with grant program applicants and grantees. Reports: Maintain grant files on program activities and ensure their accuracy. Assist with monitoring the implementation of the Tunisia program budget. Complete the grant management section in the respective grant documents. QUALIFICATIONS: Education: Applicants should have a Bachelor's degree in business, accounting, finance or similar fields. Experience: Successful candidates will have experience with the reporting and operational requirements of US federal funds, as well as applicable Tunisian regulations. Applicants must have previously worked in teams. Work experience with non-profit and/or community-based organizations in Tunisia is preferred. Applicants should have demonstrable experience in creating and managing project budgets. Applicants must have previously worked in teams. Skills: Applicants must be fluent in Arabic and have good English writing and speaking skills. Fluency in French is an asset. Strong computer skills required, including facility with MS Excel and working MS Access databases. Applicants must work well in teams, communicate effectively, resolve conflicts, and think creatively. Applicants must be self-starters. TO APPLY: Please send a cover letter and resume to resumes@eurasia.org. Due to the volume of applications received, we are only able to respond to those we select for interviews.

CORPORATE AND FOUNDATION DEVELOPMENT ASSISTANT PORTLAND, OR

CORPORATE AND FOUNDATION DEVELOPMENT ASSISTANT
PORTLAND, OR

                                                      Mercy Corps has posted an opening for a Corporate and Foundation Development Assistant who will support the four fundraisers on the Corporate and Foundation team to ensure smooth and efficient operations. REQUIRES: BA in related field desirable. 3+ years' experience in office administration/ management. 2+ years' experience managing Raiser's Edge required. Experience in prospect research preferred. For more information and to apply please go online to www.mercycorps.org/jobs. Vacancy no: 217729-927

COMPLIANCE SPECIALIST WASHINGTON, D.C.

COMPLIANCE SPECIALIST
WASHINGTON, D.C.

Chemonics International seeks a compliance specialist at the manager or director level for our Contracts Division. We are looking for individuals who have a passion for making a difference in the lives of people around the world. Responsibilities include: Provide contract management guidance and firm-binding document review services for project management units; Edit training materials and deliver contract-related corporate training; Assist in developing new contract templates and guidance; Build capacity of and mentor staff in contract issues; Serve in various new business team roles. QUALIFICATIONS include: Bachelor's degree required. For the manager position, a minimum of three years of experience in a for-profit government contracting environment required. For the director position, a minimum of six years of experience in a for-profit government contracting environment required. Minimum two years of relevant project management, new business, and supervisory experience. Experience with a wide variety of contracts, including fixed-price, indefinite quantity contract, cost reimbursement (award fee/ fixed fee), and performance-based. Familiarity with USAID and other federal agencies' regulations and policies. Demonstrated leadership, versatility, and integrity. Strong analytical and decision-making skills. Experience in conducting internal project reviews to ensure contract compliance a plus. Good interpersonal skills and ability to work independently and on a team. Good presentation skills and ability to communicate clearly and concisely both verbally and in writing. English fluency required; fluency in Spanish, French, Arabic, Dari, or Pashto a plus. Willingness to travel to Iraq and Afghanistan or similar transition countries. Permanent U.S. employment authorization required. TO APPLY: Please send electronic submissions of CV and cover letter to compliancerecruit@chemonics.com by October 17, 2011. No phone calls please. Finalists will be contacted.