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Organization: World Food Programme
Country: Panama
Closing date: 04 Jul 2017

ABOUT WFP

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

VA Number: RBP_PAN/2017/007

Post Title: Programme Associate (Country Strategic Planning Programme Associate)

Level: Equivalent to GS6

Contract type: SC (Service Contract)

Duration: 6 months until December (With possibility of extension)

Duty Station: WFP Panama, Regional Bureau for Latin America and the Caribbean

ABOUT WFP The United Nations World Food Programme is the world’s largest humanitarian agency fighting hunger worldwide. The mission of WFP is to help the world achieve Zero Hunger in our lifetimes. Every day, WFP works worldwide to ensure that no child goes to bed hungry and that the poorest and most vulnerable, particularly women and children, can access the nutritious food they need.

ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT

This position is based in WFP’s Regional Bureau in Panama, within the Programme Unit. The job holder will have a Programme Policy profile and will report to the Country Strategic Planning Consultant.

JOB PURPOSE

To provide support to the implementation of WFPs Integrated Road Map (IRM), which comprises: (1) the WFP Strategic Plan (2017-2021), (2) the policy on Country Strategic Plans, (3) the Financial Framework Review and (4) the Corporate Results Framework. Together these four pillars will allow the organization to design and deliver coherent portfolios, instead of a project-based approach. Under this new approach, Country Offices will be better positioned to support the countries in which WFP operates through an increased emphasis on maximizing and measuring results within country strategic plans.

The Programme Associate will focus on providing support to Country Offices in transitioning to the Coutry Strategic Plan (CSP) frameworks aiming to outline WFPs contribution to achieving zero hunger at a country level.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)

1. Provide technical and project management support to programme unit and assist in the development and implementation of various activities and processes within the CSP framework in support of the CSP Consultant and the RBP Programme Unit;
2. Prepare reports and collect information from various sources within WFP system (e.g. food assistance needs, resource utilization, programme status, performance) and highlight trends/issues ensuring deliverables adhere to corporate standards and quality control;
3. Support accurate tracking of funds related to CSP formulation allocated to COs and RB and provide regular analysis and updates;
4. Liaise with COs on all administrative aspects related to Regional Bureau missions within the IRM framework;
5. Ensure and/or perform accurate, timely recording of data within the Programme Unit area of responsibility with the IRM framework and consistency of information presented to stakeholders;
6. Support the CSP consultant in the design of methodologies and approaches to CSP formulation missions and other programme support missions;
7. Support communication aspects related to coordination between COs, Regional Bureau and Headquarters, including translations;
8. Support efforts to strengthen staff capacity in COs and RB on all isssues related to the formulation of CSPs;
9. Track CO progress within IRM processes basing on previously specified programmatic objectives; and
10. Others as required.

DESIRED EXPERIENCES FOR ENTRY INTO THE ROLE

• Has worked with technical teams in the area of food security programming or other aspects of humanitarian and/or development work.
• Has contributed to implementation of programmes.
• Has observed or assisted with policy discussions.

STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: Completion of secondary school education. A post-secondary certificate in the related functional area.
• Language: Fluency (level C) in Spanish and English language. Evaluation of written and spoken English may include an assessment exercise.
• Professional Experience: Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in programme. Previous experience with WFP or another organization working on food security or development issues in the region is desirable.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Please note that applications received after the deadline will not be considered.

Only short-listed qualified candidates will receive an acknowledgement.

National positions are subject to local recruitment. These posts shall be filled, as far as possible, by persons recruited from commuting distance of the duty station or within the country.

Applicants should hold Panamanian citizenship or be legally allowed to work in Panama.

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS

3 July 2017

How to apply:

How To Apply

https://career012.successfactors.eu/sfcareer/jobreqcareer?jobId=56881&company=C0000168410P&username=

Application Procedures:

Go to:

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Professional Level:

Professional

Organization: Save the Children
Country: El Salvador
Closing date: 27 Jun 2017

PROPÓSITO: Responsable de apoyar a la Gerencia para la implementación de todos los componentes del programa Primeros Pasos Hacia el Éxito, de acuerdo al Protocolo de Funcionamiento del programa, lo que incluye procesos de planificación, seguimiento, asesoría técnica a personal del programa y a algunos actores comunitarios. Esto incluye pero no se limita a: desarrollar los procedimientos requeridos para las compras de bienes y servicios, haciendo uso del sistema INTEGRATED, así como su distribución, retroalimentación para la elaboración o ajustes del Plan de Implementación Detallada -PID- y el respectivo Plan Anual de Compras, apoyo a las coordinaciones para el seguimiento presupuestario, asegurar y monitorear las actividades de implementación cuando corresponde. Además debe apoyar el desarrollo de las acciones de monitoreo, evaluación y rendición de cuentas -MEAL- requeridas por esta unidad, así como también la elaboración de informes, herramientas de seguimiento y organización de eventos generales del programa. CUALIDADES Y EXPERIENCIA Con título universitario vinculado a carreras humanísticas como Trabajo Social, educación, salud, u otras afines con alguna especialización en Desarrollo Local, Primera Infancia, Derechos Humanos, etc.

• Al menos 3 años de experiencia en trabajos relacionados con niñas, niños y adolescentes con un enfoque en Derechos Humanos y área comunitaria.
• Experiencia en organizar, ejecutar y sistematizar eventos o jornadas.
• Experiencia en trabajo administrativo y manejo básico de Microsoft Office con nivel de Excel avanzado.
• Altamente organizada/o y con atención al detalle.
• Capacidad de trabajar con poca supervisión.
• Capacidad de trabajo bajo presión, múltiples tareas y cumplimiento de plazos y metas.
• Conocimiento y práctica en la resolución creativa de conflictos y manejo básico del estrés.

• Conocimiento del funcionamiento del sistema nacional de protección, educación y salud, relacionados con la niñez y adolescencia en el país.

• Capacidad para establecer relaciones y coordinación interinstitucionales.

• Manejo de metodologías para formación comunitaria.

• Compromiso con los derechos de protección de la niñez y adolescencia.

How to apply:

Please follow this link to apply: http://www.aplitrak.com/?adid=QW5kcmVhLjA0MzQ2LjM4MzBAc2F2ZXRoZWNoaWxkcmVuYW8uYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t

Organization: World Food Programme
Country: Panama
Closing date: 15 Jul 2017

VA: RBP/PAN/2017/009

Post title: Programme and Policy Officer

Level: NOA

Contract Type: Fixed Term

Duration: 1 year

Duty Station: Panama, WFP Regional Bureau for Latin America and the Caribbean

Entry on duty: As soon as possible

The United Nations World Food Programme is the world’s largest humanitarian agency fighting hunger worldwide. The Regional Bureau for Latin America and the Caribbean (RBP) provides strategic guidance, technical support and direction to WFP country operations in the region. WFP RBP is strenghthening its approach to manage strategic oversight and implementation or regional and national-level initiatives on preparedness and response (EPR), with a specific focus on cash-based transfer (CBT) as well as with linkages to asset creation, resilience and national social protection. This position will support the Operations Team (OpT) within the programme unit of the Regional Bureau, with frequent travel in the LAC Region. The National Officer will report directly to the Regional Programme Advisor. The Officer will also closely work with UN Agencies, partners and in particular regional or sub-regional organizations.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)

1. To assist the Operations Team in providing technical support to Country Office and strategic orientation in all emergency preparedness and response actions;
2. To develop CBT EPR plans, proposals and budgets in consultation with other relevant units in the Regional Bureau;
3. To build capacity to WFP, government counterparts and cooperating partners on CBT and EPR in the region;
4. To support Country Offices to ensure full CBT preparedness for emergencies, including cash delivery mechanism preparedness;
5. To provide Country Offices within the Region with technical advice and guidance in the appropiate use of CBT as transfer modalities in food assistance programmes and advise them regarding compliance with the internal Business Process Model;
6. Participate and organize the CBT working groups meeting at regional level;
7. Work closely with the Regional Social Protection team Country Offices to support Country Offices in their preparedness measures with a specific focus on CBT and linkages to national social protection systems/platform (shock-responsive Social Safety Nets);
8. Support the OT Team with CBT operational support to national shock-responsive safety nets, including stand-by agreements where feasible;
9. Support the information management, visilbility and reporting requirements for the OT Team;
10. Review and provide inputs to project proposals and documents to ensure quality assurance and coherence;
11. Represent WFP at workshops, seminars, meetings and other events as requested;
12. Develop relationships/partnerships between WFP and external players in the region, as appropiate, who are active in the area of emergency preparadness and CBT;
13. Keep up to date with best practices and ongoing discussions and debates relevant to the use of Cash and Voucher transfers in both development and humanitarian contexts.
14. Document lessons learnt and best practices in EPR and CBT
15. Perform other duties as required.

STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: University degree in one or more of the following disciplines: Economics, Agriculture, International Affairs, Business Administration, Social Sciences, Development studies or a field relevant to International Development Assistance.

Language: Fluency (Level C) in English language and the duty station’s language, if different. Evaluation of written and spoken English may include an assessment exercise.

At least one year of postgraduate professional experience in commerce, development, administration or food aid support.

* General knowledge of UN system policies, rules, regulations and procedures governing administration.

* Understanding of the theory and application of food security, livelihood and safety net programmes;

* Good understanding of food security targeting, monitoring and evaluation techniques and their application;

* Knowledge of major humanitarian, recovery and development challenges and issues, specifically strategies for poverty and hunger reduction;

* Knowledge of issues related to International Development cooperation and humanitarian assistance;

* Knowledge and understanding of UN’s role in development cooperation;

* Understanding of UN or WFP policies and programming requirements with a working knowledge of Project Finance, Costing, Budgeting and Procurement.

DESIRABLE SKILLS

* Experience in the design, implementation and evaluation of in-kind food as well as CBT transfers;

* Experience in emergency preparedness work;

* Experience in leading and supporting the design, set-up and implementation of CBT responses in emergencies;

* Experience in planning, design and implementation of humanitarian and development programmes with relevant work experience at the country or implementation level in developing countries:

* Experience in social protection or safety nets desirable

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Please note that applications received after the deadline will not be considered.

Only short-listed qualified candidates will receive an acknowledgement.

National positions are subject to local recruitment. These posts shall be filled, as far as possible, by persons recruited from commuting distance of the duty station or within the country.

Applicants should hold Panamanian citizenship.

Selected candidate will be employed on a Fixed-Term contract with a probationary period of one year.

* Fixed-Term appointments are for a continuous period of one year or more and shall have a specified expiration date. The initial appointment is subject to a probationary period of one year.

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS

The deadline to apply to this post is 15 July 2017

How to apply:

How To Apply

https://career012.successfactors.eu/sfcareer/jobreqcareer?jobId=57002&company=C0000168410P&username=

Application Procedures:

Go to: https://career012.successfactors.eu/sfcareer/jobreqcareer?jobId=57002&company=C0000168410P&username=

Click on Apply:

Step 1: Register and create your online CV.

Step 2: Click on “View Vacancy” to read the position requirements and “Apply” to submit your application.

NOTE: You must complete Step 1 and 2 in order for your application to be considered for this vacancy.

Professional Level:

Professional

Organization: Overseas Development Institute
Country: Belgium, France, Spain, United States of America
Closing date: 09 Jul 2017

Summary: The Open Algorithms (OPAL) is looking for a Technical Project Lead to begin as soon as possible for 12 months (with the first 1-month being a trial period).

About the project: The Open Algorithms (OPAL) project is a socio-technological innovation to leverage private sector data for public good purposes by “sending the code to the data” in a privacy preserving, participatory, scalable and sustainable manner. It has two main objectives: providing a far better picture of human reality to official statisticians, policymakers, planners, businesses, and citizens, while enabling greater inclusion and inputs of all members of societies on the kinds and uses of analyses performed on data about themselves. OPAL, developed by a consortium composed of Data-Pop Alliance, Imperial College London, the MIT Media Lab, Orange, and the World Economic Forum, builds on years of work of this group and others, and is a key milestone towards realizing a vision where data is at the heart of societal development around the globe, in support of the UN Sustainable Developments Goals and democracy.

OPAL will start with pilots in Senegal and Colombia with funding from the Agence française de développement (AFD), provided to the Overseas Development Institute (ODI), in partnership with their National Statistical Offices—ANSD and DANE—and leading local telecom operators—Orange- Sonatel and Telefónica Colombia. In its initial phase of OPAL’s deployment, requests for predetermined indicators—e.g. population densities—will be sent via the platform through predeveloped algorithms running on the companies’ data servers, behind their firewalls, in a privacy preserving manner, and results will be made available via an interface. Local engagement and empowerment will be central to the development of OPAL: needs, feedback and priorities will be collected and identified through local workshops and discussions, and their results feed into the design of future algorithms. These algorithms will be open, therefore subject to public scrutiny and redress. A local advisory committee on ethics and development—*CODE* in French and Spanish—will provide guidance and oversight to the project, to ensure it abides by key ethical principles. In addition, training will be delivered around the project to foster its use and diffusion as well as capacities and connections more broadly.

About the position:

The technical project lead will be responsible for coordinating the development of the platform, supporting the users of the platform, and the installation in local countries with key partners. They will be critical in coordinating between the platform development team in London (Imperial College), the MIT team in Cambridge, and telecommunications operators in Senegal and Colombia.

Key activities include:

• Leadership role in the platform installation, support to telecommunication operators, algorithm development, and support of the platform users.

• Support technical efforts of and liaise with the telecommunication operators in-country especially at the time of installation and launch of the platform. Senegal will be deployed first and then Colombia. Support the local teams working with the platform (e.g. explain to partners how to use the API and algorithms, provide user support) and refer unresolved questions to the development team.

• Liaise with all partners and stakeholders regarding technical aspects of using the OPAL platform, including: algorithms and use cases.

• Support the definition and planning of the general OPAL workstream including definition of timeline and resource requirements with key technical partners.

o Coordinate daily with the rest of the global OPAL team as well as frequently with local OPAL teams in English, French, and potentially Spanish.

• Monitoring of platform usages and performance and follow-up in countries and assistance as needed

o Contribute to design of testing protocols.

• Clarification of Technical Requirements, and ensuring compliance of requirements.

• Participate in the meetings of the OPAL Global project.

3. About you

• Experienced professional with 3-5 years of work experience in a technical lead position and proof of successful past experience in a similar position including experience interacting with end-users and manage project launches

• Academic background in computer science, engineering, or a similar field with ability to code in python and use APIs, work and manage a Linux environment.

• Interest in development issues and developing countries contexts, including Africa and/or Latin America. Time spent in developing countries is a plus

• Excellent writing, facilitation and organizational skills

• Fluency in English. Working proficiency in French or Spanish is a plus

• Good fit with the OPAL EC and team globally and locally

• Located in Europe (preference) or US and willingness to travel internationally. If located in the US consider travelling extensively in Europe.

4. Salary

The OPAL Technical Lead will be hired as an ODI contractor (on behalf of Opal Consortium) for 12 months. The salary range is 40000/50000 euro per year.

How to apply:

Please send your application to l.marchina@odi.org.uk by 09/07/2017 including:

• CV or Resume (max 2 page)

• Cover letter with 2 references

• Statement of Integrity, Eligibility and Social and Environmental Responsibility – compiled, signed and scanned. Each candidate should compile this is compulsory standard statement as required by the AFD. Download it from here: https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5841944cf7e0ab4b3cc18ae4/t/5928667c9de4bbe2b52698ec/1495819908314/statement+of+integrity.pdf

Organization: International Organization for Migration
Country: Costa Rica
Closing date: 04 Jul 2017

Position Title : Regional Migration, Environment & Climate Change Specialist

Duty Station : San Jose, Costa Rica

Classification : Professional Staff, Grade P3

Type of Appointment : Fixed term, One year with possibility of extension

Estimated Start Date : As soon as possible

Closing Date : 04 July 2017

Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations, and as the leading UN agency in the field of migration, works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners. IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It does so by providing services and advice to governments and migrants.

IOM is committed to a diverse and inclusive environment. Applications from qualified female candidates are especially encouraged. For the purpose of the vacancy, the following candidates are considered as first-tier candidates:

1. Internal candidates

2. Qualified applicants from the following NMS countries: Antigua and Barbuda, Benin, Bahamas, Botswana, Belize, Congo, Cabo Verde, Djibouti, Micronesia (Federated States of), Gabon, Gambia, Guyana, Iceland, Comoros, Lesotho, Luxembourg, Libya, Montenegro, Marshall Islands, Mauritania, Maldives, Namibia, Nauru, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Seychelles, Slovenia, Suriname, El Salvador, Swaziland, Timor-Leste, Trinidad and Tobago, Holy See, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Venezuela (Bolivarian Republic of), Vanuatu, Samoa

Context:

Under the direct supervision and guidance of the Regional Director for Central America, North America, and the Caribbean and the thematic oversight of the Migration, Environment and Climate Change (MECC) Head of Division at Headquarters (HQ), the successful candidate will act as a regional thematic resource person. S/he will monitor and analyse regional thematic trends; support regional thematic project development, and review and endorse projects related to his/her thematic area in the Central America, North America, and the Caribbean region.

The MECC Thematic Specialist will directly coordinate work with the MECC Focal Point based in the Regional Office for South America in Buenos Aires who reports to the Regional Director for South America. S/he will contribute to the development of MECC activities led by Regional Office for South America.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1. Act as a thematic resource person providing capacity building, training, and general support to Country Offices (CO) in the region. Contribute to building the capacities of IOM staff in the thematic area of MECC and to mainstreaming environmental and climate change dimensions in other relevant thematic areas.

2. Contribute to determination of regional strategies in MECC thematic programming with Field Offices and Member States, provide technical input for the development of complementary national strategies and connect the MECC field to other migration relevant policy and practice areas.

3. Act as the main counterpart to the MECC Division in Headquarters (HQs), ensure coordination, knowledge exchange and information flows between MECC Divisions, and the regional offices.

4. Provide technical guidance and information to governments and other agencies working with migration, environment and climate change issues and strengthen the knowledge base relating to thematic area. Identify emerging issues relevant to the thematic area and develop regional and multi-country programmes and projects in the thematic area and identify anticipated synergies between thematic areas in close coordination with the Regional Project Development Officer (RPDO), where available and in close coordination with MECC Focal Point in RO Buenos Aires when relevant.

5. Review, endorse, and track project proposals developed by COs in the region, coordinate and provide regular updates to the MECC HQs Division on projects endorsed. Ensure that all endorsed projects are:

a) consistent with the IOM Constitution, IOM Strategy and the Organization’s policies, thematic guidelines and manuals and any relevant national and/or regional strategies;

b) coherent, relevant, and feasible, and take into account good practices in the respective migration/thematic area(s);

c) developed according to IOM’s project development procedures as established in the IOM Handbook on Projects.

1. Participate in and actively contribute to IOM’s network of RTSs globally, analyse and share best practices with MECC Divisions and other relevant HQs Divisions and COs.

2. Contribute to the development of regional thematic guidance notes, information sheets and policy documents in coordination with the MECC Focal Point in RO Buenos Aires, Regional Policy Officers (RLPOs), Country Offices (COs), the MECC Division and relevant HQs Division(s).

3. Provide thematic guidance to Project Managers through sharing information with the COs at the regional level(s) and providing general technical support upon request from the Field in coordination with the RPLO and MECC Focal point in RO Buenos Aires for COS in South Americas.

4. Ensure the delivery of quality MECC thematic training to governments as required by COs in the region.

5. Represent IOM in the region by actively participating in conferences, workshops and meetings related to the thematic area of expertise, as required by the Regional Director, in coordination with MECC Division and the MECC Focal Point in RO Buenos Aires when relevant.

6. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Education

• Master’s degree in Political or Social Sciences, Economics, Migration Studies, International

Relations, Law, Environmental Studies or a related field from an accredited academic institution with five years of relevant professional experience; or

• University degree in the above fields with seven years of relevant professional experience.

Experience

• Advanced understanding on migration and displacement in relation to environment, climate change and natural disasters;

• Demonstrated high level of expertise in the thematic area relevant to project development;

• Experience in the field of migration issues, including operational and field experience, IOM

project development, management and reporting;

• Writing, research and publishing track record in particular in migration and environmental issues;

• Sound knowledge of international for a and policy process in the areas of migration, climate change, environment, disaster risk reduction, knowledge of frameworks such as UN conventions on climate change, ecosystems, desertification, the Platform on Disaster Displacement, MICIC Initiative etc.

• Understanding of legal frameworks human rights approaches, soft law and protection issues related to environmental migration.

• Experience in liaising with governmental authorities, donors, academia, other national/international institutions and NGOs;

• Proven flexibility to coordinate contributions from diverse stakeholders

• Excellent team building skills with a track record in team coordination and building trust;

• Knowledge of monitoring and evaluation;

• Experience of regional issues a distinct advantage.

Languages

Fluency in English and Spanish is required. Working knowledge of French and /or Portuguese an advantage.

Desirable Competencies:

Behavioral

• Accountability – takes responsibility for action and manages constructive criticisms;

• Client Orientation – works effectively well with client and stakeholders;

• Continuous Learning – promotes continuous learning for self and others;

• Communication – listens and communicates clearly, adapting delivery to the audience;

• Creativity and Initiative – actively seeks new ways of improving programmes or services;

• Leadership and Negotiation – develops effective partnerships with internal and external stakeholders;

• Performance Management – identify ways and implement actions to improve performance of self and others;

• Planning and Organizing – plans work, anticipates risks, and sets goals within area of responsibility;

• Professionalism – displays mastery of subject matter;

• Teamwork – contributes to a collegial team environment; incorporates gender related needs, perspectives, concerns and promotes equal gender participation;

• Technological Awareness – displays awareness of relevant technological solutions;

• Resource Mobilization – works with internal and external stakeholders to meet resource needs of IOM.

Other:

Internationally recruited professional staff are required to be mobile.

Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.

The list of NMS countries above includes all IOM Member States which are non-represented in the Professional Category of staff members. For this staff category, candidates who are nationals of the duty station’s country cannot be considered eligible.

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances

How to apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via PRISM, IOM e-Recruitment system, by 04 July 2017 at the latest, referring to this advertisement.

For further information, please refer to:

http://www.iom.int/cms/en/sites/iom/home/about-iom-1/recruitment/how-to-apply.html

In order for an application to be considered valid, IOM only accepts online profiles duly completed.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. You can track the progress of your application on your personal application page in the IOM e-recruitment system.

Posting period:

From 21.06.2017 to 04.07.2017

Requisition: VN 2017/143(P)-Regional Migration,Envi&ClimateChangeSpec(P3)-SanJose,CostaRica

(55095860) Released

Posting: Posting NC55095889 (55095889) Released

Organization: Project Concern International
Country: Guatemala
Closing date: 25 Aug 2017

**Spanish and English fluency are required for this position

Founded in 1961, PCI is an international non-profit organization that empowers people to enhance health, end hunger, and overcome hardship. Last year, PCI served more than 19 million people in 15 countries across Asia, Africa, and the Americas. During the past 50 years, the organization has served millions more in 14 additional countries. Since 1974, Project Concern International (PCI) has implemented a diverse portfolio of community-based programs in Guatemala’s rural highlands and urban cities to improve health, improve resiliency, and promote the empowerment of vulnerable communities. PCI currently works in 25 municipalities, both urban and rural, throughout Guatemala. PCI is recruiting for a Chief of Party (COP) to lead an anticipated multi-million dollar USAID-funded project designed to reduce social conflict and improve social cohesion by bringing together diverse sectors and stakeholders within communities to identify and address the main drivers of social conflict at the familial, community, and municipal levels. By building partnerships between communities and governing institutions (both statutory and traditional), and strengthening governing institutions and non-governmental capacity to respond to local conflicts, the project will increase social cohesion within and between communities to reduce social conflict and increase confidence in governing institutions.

The COP is responsible for the overall implementation of the project, and s/he provides technical and administrative supervision to the project. The COP will oversee coordination with key stakeholders (including the GOG, civil society, the private sector, and others) and lead preparation and oversite of any subcontract. Additionally, the COP will be responsible for communications with USAID, for publicly representing the project, and for liaising with the GOG and other institutions/stakeholders on issues related to rural and community development in Guatemala, particularly in the Western Highlands.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Provide an integrated vision and lead execution of inter-related components in local capacity strengthening, community mobilization, public-private partnership development, and conflict resolution. These areas of intervention will be tailored to each of the following sectors: youth and families, governance, land rights, and extractive and natural resources.
• Provide strategic leadership through vision, continuous improvement of quality, innovation and establishing a results-driven-management system.
• Mentor senior technical staff to develop standard operating guidelines, quality assurance and control systems, milestones, successful startup and efficient technical service delivery mechanisms.
• Provide strategic oversight for all activities and ensure to cost-effectively achieve project objectives.
• Propose and implement innovative and state-of-the-art ways to facilitate community development through the promotion of security, community organization and improved coordination and involvement of local authorities.
• Oversee partners’ and sub-grantees’ performance by establishing accountability mechanisms in program, finance, commodity and data quality management.
• Develop systems to identify operational risks and their management and to reduce risks in project implementation.
• Establish a culture of evidence-based decision-making and data driven analytics through a well-developed monitoring and evaluation system.
• Assure good financial management of the project (e.g. budget execution, program-finance linkages, monitoring and reporting processes and procurement systems) and adhere to PCI and USAID financial policies and procedures.
• Oversee total compliance to PCI and USG regulations in all aspects of program implementation.
• Lead in establishing excellent communication protocols and working relationships with Government, donors, partners and other stakeholders.
• Establish a work culture that respects and prioritizes the needs of communities, especially the most vulnerable.
• Lead in managing human resources through recruitment, mentoring, setting performance objectives, rewarding and training project team members.
• Actively engage in PCI’s effort to embed innovation and support the project team in doing so as well.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 7 years of senior management experience responsibility with progressively increasing responsibilities managing development projects.
• Experience managing complex, multi-million dollar contracts and/or cooperative agreements funded by the US Government.
• Demonstrated delivery of strong results in a COP role.
• Experience in Latin America, with preference for recent work in Guatemala.
• Post-graduate degree in development studies, international relations, public policy, government, or a related field.
• Relevant technical expertise in local capacity strengthening, community mobilization, public-private partnership development, conflict resolution, or other related fields.
• Preference for experience working in any of the following sectors: youth and families, governance, land rights, and extractive and natural resources.
• Experience working with senior government officials and building consensus among diverse actors, including NGOs (local and international), representatives of civil society, the private sector and USAID partners.
• Demonstrated abilities in USAID reporting, budgeting, procurement, and project management, including monitoring and evaluation.
• Excellent understanding and familiarity with US Government donor regulations.
• Proven leadership skills and demonstrated experience recruiting, developing, and managing/mentoring staff.
• Development philosophy in keeping with PCI’s mission, vision, core values and approach to integrated, community-driven programming.
• Excellent analytical and self-motivation skills; excellent advocacy and persuasion skills; able to think critically.
• Strong financial management abilities.
• Fluency (verbal and written) in Spanish and English. Non-native English speakers must be able to provide proof of English fluency through a score or certificate of a recognized test such as Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or the Michigan test.
• Comfort working in insecure environments, including areas with high rates of crime and violence.

Who Excites Us:

• Someone that has a deep and personal commitment to addressing conflict and violence in all forms;
• Someone that has an authentic love, passion and interest in working in the poorest communities we serve;
• Someone with a demonstrated ability to innovate and take risks to achieve greater outcomes. Job Location Quetzaltenango, Guatemala

How to apply:

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WASHINGTON, June 14, 2017 – The World Bank’s Board of Executive Directors today approved the following project: Haiti – Sustainable Rural and Small Towns Water and Sanitation Project – Additional Financing IDA Grant: US$20 million Project ID: P163194 Project Description:  The objective of the project is to secure safe, reliable and resilient water supply services in areas affected by Hurricane Matthew. More information:  http://projects.worldbank.org/P148970?lang=en  

WASHINGTON, June 14, 2017 – The World Bank’s Board of Executive Directors today approved the following project: Haiti – Relaunching agriculture: Strengthening Agriculture Public Services II project – Additional Financing IDA Grant: US$35 million Project ID: P163081 Project Description:  The objective of the project is to increase market access to small producers and food security in areas affected by Hurricane Matthew.   More information:  http://projects.worldbank.org/P163081?lang=en

IDA Credit: US$18 million Terms: Maturity = 25 years, Grace = 5 years Project ID: P163246 Project Description:  In line with the original Project objectives, this additional financing will allow to implement complementary activities focused on strengthening the property rights of the population in the project area through improved regularization, titling, and registry services; and on improving Nicaragua’s capacity to respond promptly and effectively to an eligible emergency. Contact: Cynthia Flores Mora +505 2270 000 Ext.210 cfloresmora@worldbank.org For more information, please visit: http://documents.worldbank.org/curated/en/809621496169075161/Nicaragua-Second-Land-Administration-Project-additional-financing  

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WASHINGTON, 15 juin 2017 — Le Conseil des administrateurs de la Banque mondiale a approuvé trois dons d’un montant total de 80 millions de dollars afin d’appuyer les efforts de redressement d’Haïti après le passage de l’ouragan Matthew. Les objectifs de ces financements supplémentaires sont les suivants : restaurer l’offre et la qualité des services de santé et amplifier les efforts de prévention et de lutte contre le choléra ; garantir la sécurité, la fiabilité et la résilience des services d’alimentation en eau ; et soutenir la production agricole par le biais de subventions et d’activités de travail contre rémunération dans les zones du sud du pays les plus affectées par l’ouragan. « En accordant ces dons, la Banque mondiale s’efforce de tenir son engagement d’aider la population haïtienne à se relever et à mieux faire face aux catastrophes naturelles, » souligne Mary Barton Dock, envoyée spéciale de la Banque mondiale à Haïti. « Alors que les autorités du pays ont commencé à se préparer à la nouvelle saison des ouragans, ce soutien supplémentaire met davantage l’accent sur le renforcement de la résilience dans les secteurs essentiels de l’agriculture, de la santé et de l’eau, et vient cibler les plus démunis. » Selon l’évaluation des besoins post-catastrophe, l’ouragan Matthew a entraîné des pertes dans les secteurs de l’agriculture, de l’élevage et de la pêche estimées à 593 millions de dollars, avec des répercussions durables sur les moyens de subsistance de la population rurale. Bien que les secteurs de l’éducation et de la santé aient été moins touchés, la population a été considérablement affectée par les dommages et l’interruption des services dans les établissements scolaires et sanitaires. Enfin, les services d’eau et d’assainissement, insuffisants depuis longtemps, étaient particulièrement vulnérables aux catastrophes naturelles dans les zones sinistrées : 58 % seulement des Haïtiens ont accès à l’eau  (48 % dans les zones rurales) et 28 % à des installations d’assainissement améliorées (19 % dans les zones rurales).Huit mois après l’ouragan, la reprise est en cours. Une partie de la récolte hivernale a pu être sauvée, tandis qu’environ 8 000 hectares ont été plantés de cultures vivrières diverses aux Anglais et à Dubreuil, Chantal, Avezac et Dory. Grâce aux ressources supplémentaires destinées au secteur agricole, quelque 20 000 agriculteurs seront intégrés dans des chantiers de travail contre rémunération, tandis que plusieurs milliers de producteurs recevront des intrants agricoles, du bétail et un soutien technique, tout en bénéficiant de la remise en état des systèmes d’irrigation. L’ensemble de ces interventions permettra aux agriculteurs de reconstituer leur patrimoine et leurs capacités productives en renforçant parallèlement leur résilience aux aléas climatiques.                                                                                       Le déploiement rapide des opérations d’urgence dans les domaines de l’eau et de l’assainissement et de la santé a entraîné une baisse des décès dus au choléra ainsi que des nouveaux cas suspects. Les ressources supplémentaires destinées au secteur de l’eau et de l’assainissement permettront d’améliorer l’accès à l’eau pour 385 000 habitants des zones sinistrées et les services de santé pour les mères et les enfants. Dans les régions touchées par le choléra, les populations bénéficieront d’une intensification de l’offre de soins ainsi que des efforts de surveillance et de prévention. Enfin, ce financement permettra de réhabiliter totalement 40 équipements sanitaires.   Les trois dons approuvés aujourd’hui relèvent de l’enveloppe de 100 millions de dollars mobilisée par le Mécanisme de riposte aux crises* de l’Association internationale de développement (IDA) afin de soutenir le processus de reconstruction après le passage dévastateur de l’ouragan Matthew. Un don de 20 millions de dollars pour la remise en état des routes et des ponts et le renforcement des capacités d’intervention de la protection civile en cas de catastrophe a déjà été approuvé la semaine dernière. Comment la Banque mondiale contribue au relèvement d’Haïti à la suite de l’ouragan Matthew :                          À la suite de la catastrophe, la Banque mondiale a immédiatement mobilisé plus de 49 millions de dollars sur les ressources déjà allouées à Haïti pour les réorienter d’urgence sur la réfection de routes et de ponts, la réparation d’établissements scolaires et la distribution de repas aux élèves, la remise en état de systèmes d’alimentation en eau et d’assainissement, l’intensification rapide de la lutte contre le choléra, la distribution de semences et d’engrais pour la saison hivernale, et des chantiers de travail contre rémunération pour le nettoyage des canaux d’irrigation. Un don supplémentaire de 30 millions de dollars a été mobilisé un mois après la catastrophe afin d’améliorer la scolarisation et l’apprentissage des élèves des quatre départements du sud du pays ; la Banque mondiale a également engagé une enveloppe totale de 100 millions de dollars à travers le Mécanisme de riposte aux crises* de l’IDA afin de soutenir les populations du Sud les plus touchées et de les aider à se relever et à renforcer leur résilience en agissant dans les secteurs de l’agriculture, de la santé, de l’eau et de l’assainissement, et des transports. * Le Mécanisme de riposte aux crises de l’IDA a été mis en place pour aider les pays à faible revenu à se relever après la survenue d’une grave crise ou catastrophe. —————————- Pour en savoir plus sur les activités de la Banque mondiale en Amérique latine et dans les Caraïbes : www.worldbank.org/lac Rejoignez-nous sur Facebook : http://www.facebook.com/worldbank Suivez notre actualité :          Sur Twitter : @WBCaribbean Sur YouTube : http://www.youtube.com/worldbank

WASHINGTON, June 14, 2017 – The World Bank’s Board of Executive Directors today approved the following project: Haiti –Improving Maternal and Child health Through Integrated Services Project – Additional Financing IDA Grant: US$25 million Project ID: P163313 Project Description:  The objective of the project is to restore the quality and supply of health services and scale up cholera prevention and response in areas affected by Hurricane Matthew. More information:  http://projects.worldbank.org/P163313?lang=en