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Senior Finance Officer: Local NGO
Deadline: 4 February 2011

Local NGO is looking to fill the position of Senior Finance Officer.

Knowledge of Donor Grant reporting and budgeting is required. Knowledge of Pastel Partner useful. Ability to work collaboratively with other team members.

Minimum qualification – Progress towards an Accounting Diploma.

General work experience required 3 years. Direct work experience required – 1 year.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Budgeting
2. Financial Policies and Procedures
3. Donor Grant Financial Reporting
4. Financial Reporting
5. Payroll Administration
6. Project Support
7. Reconciliations

Please send all applications to all.vacancies3 [@] gmail [dot] com

Sexual Diversity Coordinator, HIV and AIDS Programme: Open Society Initiative for Southern Africa (OSISA)
Deadline: 4 February 2011

The Open Society Initiative for Southern Africa (OSISA) seeks a sexual diversity Coordinator to work within its HIV and AIDS Programme based in Johannesburg.  Reporting to the HIV and AIDS Programme Manager of OSISA, the Coordinator will work closely with both OSISA and the Sexual Health and Rights Programme Manager of the Open Society Foundations’ Public Health Program based in New York, USA.

The Open Society Initiative for Southern Africa (OSISA) is a leading Johannesburg-based foundation established in 1997, working in 10 Southern Africa countries: Angola, Botswana, DRC, Lesotho, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, Swaziland, Zambia and Zimbabwe. OSISA works differently in each of these 10 countries, according to local conditions.

OSISA is an advocacy organization that seeks to build and sustain the values, policies, Institutions, and practices of open society. OSISA uses facilitation, grant-making and capacity building to advance and promote these ideals throughout the region, using a unique model of flexibility, sensitivity and responsive regional engagement, while maintaining political independence.

The Sexual Diversity Coordinator will deploy grant-making and operational strategies to advance the health rights of LGBT communities and sex worker communities in Southern Africa.  Responsibilities will include:

* To develop strategies for OSISA/SHARP to address human rights and health, especially HIV and AIDS issues faced by Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgendered and Intersex (LGBTI) communities in the Southern Africa region.
* Work with colleagues and partners to design and implement a strategy to advance the human rights and health of sex workers in target countries in the region. As part of the strategy, the Coordinator will be expected to identify policy priorities that impact on sex worker rights and strategies to affect policy change. Additionally, the Coordinator will design a process to build the capacity and institutional readiness of grass roots organizations working to advance the human rights and health of sex workers, and promote the active organization of sex workers to advocate on their own behalf.
* To design and implement a grant making strategy that will advance the human rights and health of LGBTI / sex work communities in Southern Africa, this includes designing calls for proposals, reviewing grant proposals, monitoring and evaluating grant programs.
* To assist in resource mobilization for the LGBTI and sex work sector
* To represent OSISA/OSI on LGBTI and sex worker issues in the region among key international, regional players including donors, governmental representatives, civil society, researchers

The ideal candidate will have:

* Demonstrated interest and experience in the field of LGBT issues, sex worker rights, health and HIV and AIDS and human rights.
* Deep knowledge of the LGBT sector in the region
* Advanced degree in a related discipline
* At least 3 years experience in advocating for sexual rights in Southern Africa and demonstrated understanding of international advocacy on sexual rights
* Experience in capacity building and mentoring
* Experience working on HIV and AIDS-related programming, grants management, program design, monitoring and evaluation with non-governmental organizations in Southern Africa.
* Excellent oral and written communications skills in English. Demonstrated skills in public speaking, presentations, research, writing, and editing for publication, as well as communications and media work. Fluency in French and/or Portuguese an asset.
* Strong organizational and management skills with attention to detail.
* Ability to listen and communicate clearly and effectively with people from diverse cultures and backgrounds.
* Ability to work effectively both independently without detailed daily supervision and as a member of a team, on a wide range of tasks.
* Willingness to travel both within the Southern African region and internationally.
* Ability to work as part of both a local and international team.

The candidate should also be open to innovation and experimentation and have an appreciation of the complex multi-sectoral nature of the response to HIV  and AIDS.

This position is offered on one-year contract with an attractive remuneration package, commensurate with experienced and is offered to South African citizens and / or candidates with South African residence and work permits only.

Interested and qualified candidates who match any of the above profiles are invited to submit their CV and a letter of interest to:

Prava Singh, Head of Human Resources, Open Society Initiative for Southern Africa
Email: humanresources [@] osisa [dot] org

Competitive salary commensurate with experience and ability. Medical benefits. Only short-listed candidates will receive a response from OSISA.

Various positions: Social development organisation
Deadline: 4 February 2011

Our client is a Social development organisation focusing on the care and support of orphaned and vulnerable children globally. We have the following opportunities for dynamic individuals.

Regional Director (Ref. 73092/1)
Reporting to the Continental Director, the RD provides leadership and support to countries in Southern Africa, building strong national organisation and programmes that effectively meet the needs and rights of target beneficiary groups. The successful candidate will drive the organisation’s ambitious strategic plan, encompassing major expansion of programmes and beneficiaries.

The position requires a dynamic, experienced and committed leader who leads a team of regional and national partners towards the successful implementation of the organisation’s strategic goals. Candidates need at least 5 years’ team leadership management skills in a multicultural environment, experience in working with OVC, child’s rights and development, programme partnerships, financial planning and management.

Regional Finance and Information Services Co-ordinator (Ref. 73092/2)
The role co-ordinates financial management, disbursements and reporting for six countries, providing liaison with the Regional, Continental and International Offices. The incumbent will support, advise, build capacity of and ensure budgets are correctly developed and monitored within the National Associations, coupled with effective electronic financial data management.

To be considered, candidates will need a financial qualification, at least 5 years’ solid accounting experience (preferably in an NGO environment), good team working skills and a contextual understanding of Southern Africa.

Regional ICT Co-ordinator (Ref. 73092/3)
The Regional ICT Co-ordinator is responsible for developing an effective ICT function in all countries within the region, implementing the global, continental ICT strategy and standards, strengthening ICT infrastructure and capacity at both regional and national level and supporting corporate networking and communication.

To be considered, candidates must have at least 2 years’ generalist ICT and project management experience in corporate or NGO environment and a degree or professional certificate in IT, Information Systems or Project Management. Applicants must be highly organised and able to work independently to meet deadlines, display excellent communication and facilitation skills, be culturally sensitive, hands-on and solutions-oriented. The position involves some travel within the region.

Regional Community-based Care Co-ordinator (Ref. 73092/4)
Leading the region in the development of tools, systems and structures to support programme development, the Community Programme Co-ordinator advises, guides and supports Country teams in the development, implementation and monitoring of Child Care, Youth and Community programmes within the community environment.

At least a first degree in Development, Community Development, Social Studies or a related field and a minimum of 4 years’ working experience in the community development field will qualify candidates for consideration in addition, proven leadership, people management and facilitation skills and proficiency in programme development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation are needed.

Regional Family-based Care Co-ordinator (Ref. 73092/6)
The Regional Family-based Care Advisor supports the development of children’s villages, youth programmes and additional approaches to family-based care within the region. She/he leads the development of programme support systems and resources, guides and supports national associations with the development of programmes and provides more direct and intensive support for the development of additional approaches to family-based care. In addition, the incumbent will facilitate and promote knowledge-sharing and learning within this area of work and represent the region and organisation of relevant forums.

The role requirements include a degree or postgraduate qualification in Human and Social Science or Education. Experience in Home-based Care of OVC, working with social development issues affecting children’s rights, forms of childcare, HIV & AIDS and gender. Strong planning, organizing and problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively in a multi-site organisation with a matrix structure and a geographically dispersed team are needed.

The ability to travel extensively and an excellent command of English are must for all the positions. While the ability to speak at least one other Southern Africa language will be an added advantage. Additionally, one needs to be au fait with Child Rights, HIV and AIDS, Advocacy and Donor Funding.

Human Communications has been retained to handle all responses. Please forward applications, quoting the relevant reference number, to fax: 086 730 6675 or corprh [@] humancommunications [dot] co [dot] za or via post to PO Box 1793, Rivonia 2128.

Alternatively, apply online at www.humanjobs.co.za

Project Lawyer, LGBTI and Sex Worker Rights: Southern Africa Litigation Centre
Deadline: 7 February 2011

The Southern Africa Litigation Centre (SALC) is seeking a highly qualified, motivated lawyer to lead its work on strengthening the rights of sex workers and lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex (LGBTI) populations in southern Africa.

SALC promotes and advances human rights and the rule of law in southern Africa, primarily through strategic litigation support and capacity building. SALC works in Angola, Botswana, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Lesotho, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, Swaziland, Zambia and Zimbabwe.

Job description:
Working under the direction of the Deputy Director, the Project Lawyer will be responsible for carrying out SALC’s legal work related to the rights of sex workers and LGBTI populations.

In particular, the Project Lawyer is responsible for:
-    Providing monetary and technical support to local lawyers and organisations for ongoing legal cases;
-    Developing relationships with local lawyers and non-governmental organizations;
-    Developing legal cases on the rights of sex workers and LGBTI persons;
-    Conducting advocacy with respect to specific legal cases, including engaging in media advocacy;
-    Organizing and conveying meetings and conferences on key issues and representing SALC at LGBTI and sex worker related meetings and conferences.

Requirements / Qualifications
-    A degree in law is required; L.L.M and other advanced degrees are desirable;
-    Proven interest and experience in human rights issues generally and rights of sex workers and LGBTI populations specifically, preferably in Africa;
-    Excellent oral and written communication skills in English, Portuguese or French is highly desirable;
-    Ability to work in a variety of settings;
-    Engage easily with fellow colleagues from Southern Africa Region;
-    Experience in or familiarity with non-profit, governmental or intergovernmental organizations;
-    Excellent legal and factual research skills including online sources;
-    Willingness to travel extensively.

Interested applicants should send a letter of interest and detailed CV to: Ethel Maphiwa-Ndlovu, ethelm [@] salc [dot] org [dot] za

Program Coordinator
Deadline: 11 February 2011

Location: South Africa
Reference Number OS1740

Cardno Emerging Markets (Australia) Pty Ltd is the Managing Contractor for the Australia-Africa Partnerships Facility, an Australian Government, AusAID initiative. The Facility aims to develop Partnerships between Australia and African countries that contribute to achieving African countries’ development priorities.

Cardno is currently seeking expressions of interest for Program Coordinator for the Facility.

The Coordinator will:
-    Support AusAID to recruit team members for the Facility’s Program Support Group (PSG) & for other AusAID programs.
-    Contract PSG members and staff of other AusAID programs selected by AusAID through the process above.
-    Provide support to PSG members and staff of other AusAID programs (admin support, travel and logistics support including organising and paying for airfares, hotels and TA etc).
-    Keep a track of Ancillary Work Requests and Quarterly Request Reports and provide a consolidated monthly invoice to AusAID for work carried out by PSG members.
-    Ensure timely payment of PSG members for work undertaken (and reimbursement of expenses incurred).
-    Provide consolidated reports to AusAID on PSG member activities and progress against Ancillary Work Requests and Quarterly Request Reports and Proposal Requests.
-    Report to AusAID on spending against PSG budget.
-    Organise and support meetings of the PSG with AusAID.
-    As required, recruit and support (admin support, travel and logistics support, office space and facilities etc) long-term program support staff to assist AusAID with implementation and management of programs.

The successful candidate will require:
-    Experience in administration in either private or public sectors.
-    An understanding of public accountability and transparency issues.
-    Excellent interpersonal skills and a supportive, collaborative approach to work.
-    Record keeping skills and attention to detail.
-    Project management experience.
-    Demonstrated organisational and problem analysis skills.
-    Analytical skills in relation to defining terms of reference, charters, work plans.
-    An ability to design and conduct briefings and workshops.
-    An ability to design informational materials.
-    A good understanding of development assistance principles and practices or ability to develop understanding.

The position will be full time, based in Pretoria. Applicants must be willing to relocate to Pretoria at their own expense. Remuneration will be in South African Rand.

To apply, please email a current CV to recruitment.emergingmarkets [@] cardno [dot] com or fax to +61 3 9819 4216.

Cardno is committed to Child Protection in all fields. Cardno is an equal opportunity employer.

Corporate Services Officer: British Embassy Harare
Deadline: 11 February 2011

Do you enjoy the challenge of working in a fast moving and high profile environment?

Are you proactive and dynamic, able to think on your feet for quick solutions to difficult issues?

Are you educated to degree standard or equivalent?

If you can answer yes to all these questions, you might be the person we are looking for.

The British Embassy is recruiting a Corporate Services Officer who will be responsible for the day-to-day running of the Embassy’s corporate and estate functions. You will also be the first contact for all corporate services related enquiries. You will supervise the Embassy’s expenditure of estate-related issues and oversee the work of the maintenance team, and estates staff. You will also be involved with budget forecasting and charging, contractual documents and policy changes.

The British Embassy is an equal opportunity employer and committed to diversity without distinction.

Applications clearly marked “Corporate Services Officer” should be emailed to Cynthia.Ncube [@] fco [dot] gov [dot] uk

Only candidates who are under serious consideration will be contacted.

Coordination Specialist: United Nations
Deadline: 11 February 2011

Post Number: 00005331

Organizational Context

The role of the United Nations in Zimbabwe has become increasingly important, as both the Government of Zimbabwe and its Development Partners consider the United Nations Country Team to be a key strategic partner and as playing a vital role in coordinating and channelling support to the country.

The United Nations Inter-Agency Support Unit (RCO) is supporting the UNCT in these processes. Therefore, in order for the UNCT to successfully fulfil its mandate, increased capacity is needed. A strong, flexible and versatile support office with strategic policy, advisory, planning and advocacy skills is required. Accordingly, this Unit is working under the leadership of the UN Resident Coordinator and providing a platform between the various functions of the RC.

Under the guidance on the United Nations Resident Coordinator, and direct supervision of the Head of the UN Resident Coordinator’s Office, the Coordination Specialist supports UNDAF and other Joint UN Programming efforts with a focus on monitoring and evaluation. The Coordination Specialist will provide coordination and advisory services for the elaboration, implementation and M&E of the ZUNDAF and ensuing efforts to operationalise it jointly. The Specialist will also provide substantial support for the elaboration of the UNCT AWP, RCAR and Appraisal processes, while ensuring follow up on the RCO budget for alignment with UNCT AWP objectives. The Specialist will therefore will closely with the ZUNDAF coordination bodies, leading inter-agency M&E efforts.

Key Responsibilities

1.    Provides coordination and advisory services for the elaboration, implementation and M&E of the ZUNDAF and ensuing efforts to operationalise it jointly, ensuring compliance with RBM principles.
-    Leads inter-agency M&E efforts for joint programming efforts, including country analysis documents, studies, evaluations, reviews and progress reports, compiling, consolidating and analysing results.
-    Supports and coordinates the elaboration of common internal tools for programme implementation, such as the UN Joint Implementation Matrix.
-    Supports UN Thematic Groups in elaborating AWP and M&E systems based SMART indicators and other agreed M&E principles for the ZUNDAF, Joint Implementation Matrix and other common UN efforts.
-    Provides support for the harmonisation of UN M&E cycles and processes with those of the Government.
-    Liaises with UN entities to ensure linkages between all UN programmes.
-    Provides support to the ZUNDAF Steering Committee, the ZUNDAF Task Force, and the Programme Management Team in ensuring effective ZUNDAF implementation and on adjusting strategies and implementation modalities.

2.    Provides substantial support for the elaboration common UNCT work plans.
-    Ensures the elaboration and implementation of the UN Country Team Annual Work Plan.
-    Ensures the preparation of the Resident Coordinator Annual Report and follows up on Performance Appraisal processes.
-    Follows up on the RCO budget for alignment with UNCT AWP objectives.
-    Ensure inter-agency contributions for the realisation of the UNCT work plan.

3.    Demonstrates the added value of UN collaboration through increased common programming, supporting the UNCT forge effective partnerships.
-    Coordinates efforts to adopt a common language through mainstreaming of the UN’s programming principles (HRBA, Gender, Environment, RBM, and Capacity Development).
-    Collects and disseminates global practice in the field of M&E while supporting implementation of these principles locally.
-    Provides advice on policy and approaches to UN agencies for joint programming.
-    Identifies national policies and institutions that require strengthening to ensure effective PRS – ZUNDAF implementation and provides advice.

4.    Supports resource mobilisation efforts for the implementation of common UN programmes.
-    Determines resource gaps, compiling financial data and supporting common approaches for resources mobilisation.
-    Identifies potential donors and partners based on UN programme objectives and partner intervention areas.
-    Elaborates joint UN resource mobilisation strategies and proposed approaches to develop partnerships with donors, government and civil society.
-    Supports efforts to mobilise thematic funds and other potential UN funds.

5.    Ensures facilitation of knowledge building and management focusing on achievement of the following results:
-    Identification of sources of information related to coordination. Identification and synthesis of best practices and lessons learnt directly linked to country policy goals.
-    Identification of national policies and institutions that requires strengthening to ensure effective ZUNDAF implementation and provision of advice in close consultation with UNCT.
-    Supports capacity development efforts and provides support / training to UN staff on M&E.
-    Sound contributions to knowledge networks and communities of practice.

3. Impact of Results The key results have an impact on the success of the UN Country Team activities, strengthening of overall coordination capacity, implementation of the UN System reform. In particular, the key results have an impact on the design and operation of UN activities, creation of strategic partnerships for UNCT Programming including UNDAF implementation and support of national strategies and priorities.

4. Key Competencies

Corporate Competencies:
-    Demonstrates integrity by modelling the UN’s values and ethical standards
-    Advocates and promotes the vision, mission, and strategic goals of UN
-    Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability
-    Treats all people fairly without   favouritism

Functional Competencies:

Knowledge and Learning Management
-    Shares knowledge and experience from within and outside the UN Country Team.
-    Encourages UN staff to share knowledge.
-    Develops deep understanding in UNDAF, UN System reform and MDGs

Coordination Effectiveness
-    Ability to lead the design and implementation of UN programme activities, strengthening of strategic partnerships for UNDAF implementation.
-    Ability to build and sustain effective partnerships with UN Agencies and main constituents, advocate effectively, communicate sensitively across different constituencies.

Management and Leadership
-    Focuses on impact and result for the client.
-    Leads teams effectively and shows conflict resolution skills.
-    Establishes priorities for self and other members of the RC office; schedules activities to ensure optimum use of time and resources; monitors performance against development and other objectives and corrects deviations from the course.
-    In providing advice to the RC, has the capacity to gather comprehensive information on complex problems or situations; evaluates information accurately and identifies key issues required to resolve problems.
-    Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude.
-    Demonstrates excellent oral and written communication skills.
-    Builds strong relationships with clients and external actors.
-    Manages conflict and stress, remaining composed and working as a mediator in crisis or antagonistic situations.
-    Demonstrates openness to change and ability to manage complexities.
-    Responds positively to critical feedback and differing points of view.
-    Solicits feedback from staff about the impact of his/her own behaviour

6.    Recruitment Qualifications
-    Master’s Degree or equivalent in Economics, Social Sciences, International Relations, Political Sciences or related field.
-    5 years of relevant experience in providing management advisory services, hands-on experience in design, monitoring and evaluation of development projects. Knowledge about the UN and RC systems would be an advantage. Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages, experience in handling of web based management systems.
-    Fluency in English. Good knowledge of another UN language will be considered an asset.

CVs and application letters, clearly marked ‘Coordination Specialist’ (with the post number clearly stated) should be submitted to the office of the Resident Representative; UNDP, Arundel Office Park, Block 10, Mount Pleasant, PO BOX 4775, Harare, Zimbabwe by no later than Friday 11 February 2011. Please note that you will only be contacted if you are short-listed for this position. N.B. UNDP Zimbabwe reserves the right to select one or more candidates from this vacancy announcement.  We may also retain applications and consider candidates applying to this post for other similar positions with UNDP Zimbabwe at the same grade level and with similar job description, experience and education requirements.

Qualified And Experienced Female Candidates Are Encouraged To Apply.

Online Content and Community Manager: IPS
Deadline: 15 February 2011

IPS is an international news agency that produces news features and analyses about development, the environment and rights. The news agency has a strong focus on developing countries, emerging economies and South-South co-operation.

Overall Purpose of the Job

IPS is seeking a technologically minded, results-driven, proactive team player, who will be responsible for the public presentation and the social marketing of the IPS editorial product online. The ideal candidate is an energetic and highly organized individual, with impeccable attention to detail, who will look for any opportunity to add value to projects.

Requirements

-    Experience in an online editorial environment
-    Ability to write, headline, edit and copy-edit short texts
-    Thorough knowledge and experience with managing social media platforms and blogs
-    Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, other languages an advantage
-    Ability to negotiate and nurture relations with external content partners

Reporting to the Editors in Chief and to the Technical Director, the Online Content and Community Manager will help in the implementation of IPS online strategy, using the websites, social media, social networks and blogs with the goal of increasing IPS’ traffic and user engagement.

Responsibilities

1. Manage IPS presence in social networking sites including Facebook and Twitter and other similar social media sites.
2. Identify and implement ways in which IPS can use social networks and social media to increase its reach, including the preparation of social media campaigns and other online activities.
3. In collaboration with the rest of the editorial team and using existing IPS material, will prepare content with Search Engine Optimization in mind.
4. Will syndicate content to increase its reach through agreements with relevant websites.
5. Manage regular weekly, byweekly and monthly newsletters that keep the audience engaged.
6. Maximize the use of IPS’ blogs to increase their reach.
7. Coordinate collaborative journalism efforts with IPS partners and like-minded media, in consultation with the EIC.
8. Monitor effectiveness of the actions, and adjust them accordingly, in consultation with the EIC and the TD.
9. Gather feedback from the whole activity to help IPS adjust its online strategy.

Salary range

Depending on experience. Please include your current remuneration in your application letter. The contract for this post will be handled from IPS’s global administrative centre.

Submission Instructions

To apply please send your CV (max. 2 pages) and a cover letter (max. one page) which systematically outlines why your experience fits the job description and skills requirements. Please send to community [@] ips [dot] org

Shortlisted candidates can expect to be contacted before the end of the month.

Economic Recovery & Development Officer (Manicaland): International Rescue Committee
Deadline: 18 February 2011

The ERD Officer will be responsible for identifying and delivering the economic training needs of smallholder commercial farmers and extension services in Manicaland. They will assist in the overall design of the IRC value chain programming and materials with the ERD co-coordinator.  This position will be based in Manicaland Province and reports to ERD Coordinator.

Job Responsibilities

Technical responsibilities / Program Implementation

1. Work with ERD coordinator in identifying commercial agriculture market chains in the region that can benefit local communities and the specific information gaps that can be addressed (e.g. market demand, quality requirements, agriculture-related infrastructure requirements,
2. Work with the ERD coordinator in facilitating participatory market chain workshops bringing together value chain actors that see economic opportunities in working together.
3. Assist the ERD coordinator in the development of the IRC Zimbabwe value chain training materials by providing tools and content for the field based and extension based training curricula
4. Supervise community mobilization and provide guidance and capacity-building tools to strengthen existing farmers or community groups in the selected locations
5. Deliver value chain training to extension agents and work with them to provide timely and proper technical input and advice to participating smallholder groups on agronomic implementation and on essential activities including integrated soil pest and water management or animal health for example
6. Discuss with the Program Coordinator, Field Coordinator and ERD coordinator about challenges encountered by the projects, and take timely final decisions on issues to be tackled keeping all informed of changes
7. Deliver field-based training by working with extension agents and consultants by
a. Facilitating farmer field days that define modern techniques to develop the local farmers capacity to use supplied inputs and achieve improved quality and quantity.
b. Establishing distribution and monitoring protocol for tools and inputs (e.g. voucher schemes in association with local seed traders) and guide and supervise timely field distributions
8. Coordinate the production of training reports to track performance and progress, according to templates established with the M&E Officer.
9. Procurement and sub-contracting
a. Support logistics to identify appropriate local suppliers of seeds and tools in the project areas
b. Establish quantities and quality of training materials and agricultural inputs liaise with Logistics to initiate purchase
10. Project Monitoring
a. Coordinate with the M&E Officer, the ERD coordinator and Technical adviser to identify appropriate value chain related indicators and elaborate monitoring plans, procedures and templates.
b. Assist the M&E Officer in the collection of data to measure indicators and ensure reliability and completeness of information.
c. Ensure transparency in accounting, reporting and documenting value chain training activities, and ensure compliance with SIDA and IRC M&E policies

Representation and Coordination

1. Serve as focal point for all IRC value chain related training activities
2. Participate in the development of standards, guidelines and other context-specific tools for economic activities with other partners (Plan CADEC) as well as inter-sector IRC meetings and coordination, as required
3. Build and maintain relationships with district and community level stakeholders relevant to the agriculture value chain sector and project activities
4. Coordinate with the other IRC Zimbabwe programs to ensure cross-programming synergies and coherence.
5. Liaise and coordinate with the local authorities, relevant ministries, local partners, community leaders and other key stakeholders in areas of operation regarding agricultural value chain assistance.

Other

- Internal and external reporting as needed
- Participate in the development of future program interventions and contribute to donor concepts and proposals, including budgets, when required.
- Actively share lessons learnt with the M&E Officer and support mid-term and end-of-project evaluations processes.

Skills & Qualifications

-    University degree in agricultural economics. The degree and grade achieved should be specified
-    5 -10 years working within the agriculture sector in Zimbabwe and/or Southern Africa
-    Experience in community based participatory development approaches
-    Excellent interpersonal skills that engender trust between diverse agricultural stakeholders
-    Strong understanding of value and supply chain principles and the operation of village and loan saving schemes
-    Experience of understanding the needs of and negotiating with private sector companies
-    Knowledge of small scale commercial crop production in Zimbabwe/Southern Africa
-    Knowledge in gender equity, gender equality and perspective
-    Excellent organizational, project planning, communication and time management skills
-    Effective team member; demonstrates creativity in seeking better ways to do things and shares with team, and promotes high standards
-    Anticipates problems and regularly provides solutions
-    Be of very good health and fitness, and prepared to regularly visit remote villages and camp overnight
-    Fluent written and spoken English and Shona
-    International NGO experience
-    Have a good understanding of agricultural economy and value chains in the targeted locations of Manicaland
-    Have a good knowledge of agriculture production and processing techniques

Qualified and interested candidates should send their detailed CVs and cover letters to Zimbabwe [@] theirc [dot] org and write ERD Officer in the subject line.

ERD Monitoring & Evaluation Officer (Manicaland): International Rescue Committee
Deadline: 18 February 2011

IRC Zimbabwe requires an experienced Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Officer to lead the overall coordination of the monitoring and evaluation aspects of the program. The Economic Recovery and Development (ERD) M&E Officer will be responsible for developing and implementing monitoring and evaluation systems and processes for IRC economic recovery. Reporting to the Sector Coordinator, s/he will work directly with the Sector Coordinator and Program Coordinator in designing M&E plans to monitor and evaluate project results and in maintaining and updating the corresponding data-collection tools and systems.

Job Responsibilities

Technical responsibilities
1. Design and manage the ERD database including M&E systems tools and templates to monitor performance. This includes development of log frames, PMP, and data collection tools, as well as processes for data analysis;
2. Devise methods and procedures for specifically obtaining required agricultural and market data and understanding and interpreting that data.
3. Lead on the collection and analysis of quantitative data to measure the agreed indicators and ERD standardized indicators (number of jobs created and income generated).
4. Manage and assist project staff including implementing partner staff to assure data quality collected; ensure that data is collected and accurately entered into databases monthly.
5. Lead on the collection of qualitative information using best practice processes to measure indicators.
6. Support ERD team in data analysis, documenting, reflecting, and utilizing data to inform programmatic decisions
7. Analyze and communicate data to ERD and programme coordinator, the M&E team, and other relevant staff for reporting and serve any other data needs as may be required;
8. Coordinate the production of timely reports to track performance and progress, according to procedures and templates developed.
9. Identify, discuss with the ERD coordinator and Program coordinator about challenges encountered by the projects, and take timely final decisions on issues to be tackled keeping all informed of changes
10. Ensure transparency in accounting, reporting and documenting  ERD activities, and ensure compliance with SIDA and IRC M&E policies and best practice
11. Share lessons learnt with the ERD and Program coordinator  and program officer

Coordination and Representation
1. Serve as focal point for all IRC Zimbabwe M&E activities
2. Participate in the. development of M&E indicators, standards and, guidelines and with other implementation partners
3. Communicate and liaise with other NGOs operating  in the region with regards to the M&E activities that they are carrying out and using this information to assist with the development of IRC’s own program

Training and Capacity Building
1. Conduct relevant project and partner staff trainings in M&E, especially in the areas of basic concepts of M&E, qualitative and quantitative methods of data collection, analysis and use of M&E data;
2. Provide feedback to the Coordinator in evaluating project teams’ M&E skills/assist in staff capacity assessment to track M&E capacity building needs;
3. Regularly visit all field sites to ensure that M&E is being implemented effectively by staff and produce related monitoring reports;
4. Provide assistance/advice in identifying and developing appropriate indicators for other IRC Zimbabwe programs CB, Health and Environmental Health and elaborate monitoring plans, procedures and templates with Program coordinator
5. Advise on collection and analysis of data collected from other IRC programs
6. Identify training gaps in IRC Zimbabwe staff
7. Facilitate lessons learnt on M&E experiences in other IRC Zimbabwe programs with Program coordinator

Other
1. Internal and external reporting as needed
2. Participate in the development of future program interventions and contribute to donor concepts and proposals, including budgets, when required.
3. Any other duties as assigned by the ERD coordinator

Skills & Qualifications
-    University degree in development, Information Management, Management, or Social Sciences; an additional certificate or specific training in M&E at a recognized institution is an advantage
-    The degree subject and grade achieved should be specified
-    At least 5 years working within the humanitarian and development context, with a focus on M&E, preferably experience with agriculture/livelihoods M&E
-    Have a good knowledge of best practice in M&E methods, tools, and approaches (including qualitative and participatory)
-    Experience supporting M&E systems through data entry, data analysis and report generation
-    Proven experience in development of M&E systems and tools for large scale programs
-    Experience in training on M&E development and implementation
-    Excellent organizational, project planning, communication and time management skills
-    Highly developed analytical and communication skills, including excellent oral and written English communication skills; spoken and written Shona is an advantage
-    Competence in using information technology including experience with word-processing, spreadsheets and database software
-    Effective team member; demonstrates creativity in seeking better ways to do things and shares with team, and promotes high standards
-    Anticipates problems and regularly provides solutions
-    Be of very good health and fitness, and prepared to regularly visit  villages away from Mutare in Manicaland
-    International NGO experience
-    Have a good understanding of agricultural economies, rural communities

Qualified and interested candidates should send their detailed CVs and cover letters to Zimbabwe [@] theirc [dot] org and write ERD M&E Officer in the subject line.

Google hires across Africa

Google South Africa is no exception and the company is most likely looking to significantly strengthen its local presence in the country.

Until fairly recently, Google SA had less than 10 employees, but the local arm has started to grow its workforce and is advertising no less than 15 positions for its Johannesburg office.

Julie Taylor, Google’s Communications Manager for Sub Saharan Africa, says that Google’s South African office is still small but growing fast. “We expect it to grow by as much as double in size during the coming year, across different functions,” said Taylor.

The positions advertised for the Google SA office in Bryanston, Johannesburg are as follows:

1. Account Coordinator (Temporary) – Johannesburg
2. Account Manager – Johannesburg
3. Account Strategist – Johannesburg
4. Agency Relationship Manager – Johannesburg
5. Business Development Manager, Southern Africa – Johannesburg
6. Country Marketing Manager South Africa – Johannesburg
7. Developer Relations Program Manager – Johannesburg
8. Human Resources Coordinator (Temporary) – Johannesburg
9. Industry Analyst – Johannesburg
10. Industry Manager – Johannesburg
11. Legal Counsel, Sub-Saharan Africa – Nairobi, Lagos or Johannesburg
12. Policy Manager – Johannesburg
13. Recruiting Coordinator (Temporary) – Johannesburg
14. Sales Engineer – Nairobi, Accra, Lagos or Johannesburg
15. Training Development Specialist for Africa Programs – Johannesburg

Google is also growing its African presence with positions advertised at Google offices in Kenya, Senegal, Ghana and Nigeria. For more information on these positions, visit the Google Africa jobs page here

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