empleo

Organization: Ayuda en Acción
Country: Colombia
Closing date: 15 Dec 2016

Objetivo de la posición:

Liderar la presencia de la Fundación Ayuda en Acción en Colombia y dirigir (planificar, ejecutar y hacer seguimiento), conjuntamente, con el equipo directivo y regional, el desarrollo de actividades y la organización de los recursos necesarios para el desarrollo de la misión, así como la identificación, planificación (estratégica y operativa), supervisión y evaluación de los diferentes proyectos de cooperación de Ayuda en Acción en Colombia.

Principales responsabilidades:

• Representar a la Organización ante donantes, redes, foros, organismos nacionales e internacionales y gubernamentales y medios de comunicación.

• Identificar y desarrollar, conjuntamente con el equipo directivo y regional, la captación de recursos y el desarrollo de alianzas estratégicas con entidades de los ámbitos público y privado, tanto a nivel local como internacional, con el fin de impulsar la financiación de los proyectos de desarrollo que realiza la Fundación en Colombia y potenciar la imagen de marca.

• Coordinar y hacer seguimiento de la gestión de la Oficina Nacional del país, orientando a los equipos, asegurando la coherencia, colaboración y aprendizaje, así como el cumplimiento de la normativa legal vigente, la aplicación las normativas institucionales y la consecución de los objetivos del Plan de Negocio en Colombia.

• Diseñar, planificar y asegurar la adecuada implementación y seguimiento de los Programas Operativos Anuales y planes de intervención Trienal según la Estrategia Institucional de Ayuda en Acción y el Plan País de Colombia.

• Asesorar y dar seguimiento a los proyectos de desarrollo (ADT, Proyectos Sectoriales, Acciones de Incidencia) en aspectos técnicos, financieros y de gestión relativos, desarrollando y promoviendo relaciones con los socios locales y con otros actores de la cooperación en Colombia.

• Evaluar, consolidar y analizar la información de planificación y seguimiento de indicadores del Programa Nacional, emitiendo recomendaciones, propuesta de acciones y asegurando su cumplimiento, así como los informes de rendición de cuentas a socios y aliados.

• Rendir cuentas interna y externamente de la gestión realizada en el desarrollo de sus funciones y de la presencia de Ayuda en Acción en Colombia.

  Conocimientos y experiencia:

• Estudios universitarios y de posgrado en planificación y desarrollo de proyectos en Desarrollo Local y/o Económico y/o Cooperación al Desarrollo.

• Al menos 10 años de experiencia en ONG o instituciones públicas y privadas de desarrollo en Colombia, en Planificación Estratégica, Marco Lógico, sistemas de Monitoreo y Evaluación técnica y financiera y en gestión de fondos de cooperación internacional.

• Experiencia de trabajo en el país con redes nacionales y regionales, y conocimiento del contexto de Latinoamérica: legislación relacionada con acciones de desarrollo, tendencias políticas, sociales, económicas y ambientales de la región

• Experiencia en portavocía y relaciones institucionales con actores de diversa índole.

• Experiencia en gestión de personas, administración de recursos y en elaboración y seguimiento de presupuestos.

  Habilidades y competencias:

• Alta capacidad analítica y planificación estratégica.

• Alto nivel de habilidades interpersonales, trabajo en equipo y de comunicación.

• Orientado a resultados, y acostumbrado/a manejar indicadores de gestión.

  Idiomas:

Imprescindible: Excelente redacción y sintaxis en castellano. Altamente valorable conocimiento de inglés.

Otros requerimientos:

• Disponibilidad para viajar y desplazarse hacia áreas rurales

• Flexibilidad horaria

  Condiciones de contratación:

• Tipo de contrato: indeterminado

• Jornada: completa

• Remuneración: acorde a la política retributiva de Ayuda en Acción

• Lugar de trabajo: Bogotá (Colombia)

How to apply:

Si estás interesado o interesada en esta posición vacante, por favor, envía tu CV actualizado a rrhh@ayudaenaccion.org, indicando en el asunto el nombre de la posición. Por favor, incluye en el mensaje las expectativas salariales para ocupar este cargo.

Organization: US Fund for UNICEF
Country: Honduras
Closing date: 28 Nov 2016

If you are a committed, creative professional and are passionate about making a lasting difference for children, the world’s leading children’s rights organization would like to hear from you.
For 70 years, UNICEF has been working on the ground in 190 countries and territories to promote children’s survival, protection and development. The world’s largest provider of vaccines for developing countries, UNICEF supports child health and nutrition, good water and sanitation, quality basic education for all boys and girls, and the protection of children from violence, exploitation, and AIDS. UNICEF is funded entirely by the voluntary contributions of individuals, businesses, foundations and governments.

Purpose of the Position

The Deputy Representative reports to the Honduras Representative for general supervision and direction. The DR supports the Representative on the overall management of the CO and for coordinating closely with the different program sections all phases of the Country Office Program from formulation to delivery of results in accordance with the UNICEF Strategic Plans, standards of performance and accountability framework, ethics and integrity.

Summary of key functions/accountabilities:

• CO program planning and development
• Support to the Representative on managing the CO
• Monitoring and quality control of programs
• Alliance building and UN System coordination
• Innovation, knowledge management and capacity building

CO program planning and development

• Coordinate the planning and conduct of situation analysis by the program sectors in the CO to establish a comprehensive and current data and information for program development planning, management, monitoring and evaluation.
• Guide the various sectors throughout the process of program formulation, planning and preparation of the Country Program ensuring harmonization of approaches and alignment with the UNICEF Strategic Plan, corporate guidelines, policies/procedures and regional and national priorities. Provide technical and operational support throughout the process.
• Coordinate necessary technical programming support from PD/Regional Office.
• Review the Country Program recommendation before approval by the Representative to ensure the quality of the Country Program recommendation and alignment with the UNICEF Strategic plan, compliance with policies and procedures and that documentation materials are completed accurately and comprehensively to facilitate Executive Board review and approval.

Support to the Representative on managing the CO

• Serve as office in charge in the absence of the Representative.
• Monitor and assess programs and operations and provide advice on best and innovative programming and management practices to enhance programming and operations.
• Advise the Representative on CO annual work planning, setting priorities/targets and establishing performance measurements. Monitor implementation and progress of work plans; collaborate with colleagues to assist, advice and guide to ensure achievement of results according to targets and performance standards. Take timely decisions to achieve results and/or alert the Representative for timely action.
• Establish clear performance objectives, goals and timelines; and provide timely guidance to his/her team to enable them to perform their duties responsibly and efficiently. Plan and ensure timely performance planning, management and assessment.
• Work collaboratively with the Representative and the various sectors to facilitate/contribute to the preparation of CO budget proposal. Monitor critical issues to resolve problems and/or recommend to the Representative appropriate action to ensure appropriate and optimum use of resources.

Monitoring and quality control of programs

• Participate in meetings/events and annual/mid term reviews with government and other counterparts/stakeholders to contribute to strategic program discussions, planning and assessments.
• Evaluate overall program progress; identify weaknesses, bottlenecks and potential problems. Collaborate with the sectors and/or other partners and stakeholders to resolve issues and/or advise the Representative on resolutions to ensure delivery of results as planned and allocated.
• Monitor the optimum and appropriate use of program resources (financial, human, administrative and other assets) and verify compliance with organizational rules, regulations and procedures, donor commitments and standards of accountability and integrity. Approve disbursements and allocations in accordance with delegation of authority established by the Representative.
• Coordinate and/or provide advice on the preparation of mandated program and operational reports. Confirm accuracy of reports prior to approval by the Representative.

Alliance building and UN System coordination

• Represent the UNICEF Representative in the UN Country Team (UNCT) to collaborate with RC and UN system partners to strengthen UN system interagency coherence, collaboration, cooperation and harmonization of programming, common services and operations. Ensure organizational position, interests and priorities are fully considered and integrated in the UNDAF development planning and agenda/priority setting.
• Collaborate with inter-agency partners/colleagues on UNDAF (One) country development planning of programs/projects.
• Build and strengthen strategic partnerships with government institutions, national stakeholders and global partners/allies/donors/academia to advocate UNICEF goals to advance child’s right to survival, development and well being, mobilize resources, seek cooperation and establish alliances.

Innovation, knowledge management and capacity building

• Advice the Representative and other internal colleagues in the CO on the development and implementation of policies and procedures, use of latest information technology and introduction of innovation and best practices in the CO to ensure optimum efficiency and efficacy in programming and operations.
• Coordinate the collection, institutionalization and sharing of lessons learned to enhance performance and to use lessons learned in development/policy planning.
• Promote learning and development through planning and organization of training events, activities and other capacity building initiatives to enhance the competencies/productivity of staff members.

Impact of Results

The efficient and effective support of the DR to the successful development, planning and implementation of Country Program and achievement of concrete and sustainable results directly impact the establishment of a healthy and protective environment for the most marginalized and vulnerable women and children in the country, and this in turn contributes to maintaining/enhancing the credibility and ability of UNICEF to continue to provide program services to protect the rights of children, promote greater social equality to enable children to survive, develop and reach their full potential in society.

Competencies and level of proficiency required

Core Values
•Commitment
•Diversity and inclusion
•Integrity

Core competencies
•Communication (II)
•Working with people (II)
•Drive for results (II)

Functional Competencies:
•Formulating strategies/concepts (II)
•Analyzing (II)
•Relating and networking (II)
•Deciding and initiating action (II)
•Persuading and influencing (II)
•Leading and supervising (II)

Qualifications

Education:
An Advanced University Degree in social sciences, international relations, government and public relations, public or social policy, sociology, social or community development or other related fields, is required

Experience:
A minimum of 8 years of professional development experience that combines technical and managerial leadership in development cooperation at the international level, some of which served in a developing countries is required. Relevant professional experience in any UN system agency or organization is an asset.

Language Requirements:
Oral and written fluency in English and Spanish is required. Knowledge of another official UN language or a local language is an asset.

UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages qualified female and male candidates from all national, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of our organisation.

How to apply:

http://www.unicef.org/about/employ/?job=501310

Organization: US Fund for UNICEF
Country: Honduras
Closing date: 26 Nov 2016

If you are a committed, creative professional and are passionate about making a lasting difference for children, the world’s leading children’s rights organization would like to hear from you.
For 70 years, UNICEF has been working on the ground in 190 countries and territories to promote children’s survival, protection and development. The world’s largest provider of vaccines for developing countries, UNICEF supports child health and nutrition, good water and sanitation, quality basic education for all boys and girls, and the protection of children from violence, exploitation, and AIDS. UNICEF is funded entirely by the voluntary contributions of individuals, businesses, foundations and governments.

Organizational Context and Purpose for the job

The fundamental mission of UNICEF is to promote the rights of every child, everywhere, in everything the organization does — in programs, in advocacy and in operations. The equity strategy, emphasizing the most disadvantaged and excluded children and families, translates this commitment to children’s rights into action. For UNICEF, equity means that all children have an opportunity to survive, develop and reach their full potential, without discrimination, bias or favoritism. To the degree that any child has an unequal chance in life — in its social, political, economic, civic and cultural dimensions — her or his rights are violated. There is growing evidence that investing in the health, education and protection of a society’s most disadvantaged citizens — addressing inequity — not only will give all children the opportunity to fulfill their potential but also will lead to sustained growth and stability of countries. This is why the focus on equity is so vital. It accelerates progress towards realizing the human rights of all children, which is the universal mandate of UNICEF, as outlined by the Convention on the Rights of the Child, while also supporting the equitable development of nations.

Purpose for the job: The ECD Officer reports to the Deputy Representative for supervision. The Officer provides professional technical, operational and administrative assistance throughout the programming process for ECD programs within the Honduras Country Programme from development planning to delivery of results, preparing, executing, managing and implementing a variety of technical and administrative program tasks to facilitate program development, implementation, and program progress monitoring, evaluating and reporting.

Summary of key functions/accountabilities:

• Support to ECD program development and planning
• Program management, monitoring and delivery of results
• Technical and operational support to program implementation
• Networking and partnership building
• Innovation, knowledge management and capacity building

Support to ECD program development and planning

• Conduct/update situation analysis and assessments on early childhood development related issues to establish evidence-based data to support holistic policy and program development and coordinated planning, implementation and monitoring of results of ECD related programs.
• Contribute to the development/establishment of ECD program goals, objectives and strategies and results-based planning through research, collection, analysis and reporting of ECD related information/data for development planning and priority and goal setting.
• Provide technical and operational support throughout all stages of programming processes by executing/administering a variety of technical, program, operational and administrative transactions, preparing related materials/documentations and complying with organizational processes and management systems, to support program planning, results based planning (RBM) and monitoring and evaluating results.
• Prepare required program documentations/materials/data to facilitate the program review and approval process.

Program management, monitoring and delivery of results.

• Work closely and collaboratively with internal and external colleagues and partners to discuss ECD operational and implementation issues, provide solutions, recommendations and/or alert appropriate officials and stakeholders for higher-level intervention and/or decision. Keep record of reports and assessments for easy reference and/or to capture and institutionalize lessons learned.
• Participate in monitoring and evaluation exercises, program reviews and annual reviews with government and other counterparts to assess ECD programs/projects and to report on required action/interventions at the higher level of program management.
• Monitor and report on the use of ECD program resources (financial, administrative and other assets), verify compliance with approved allocation/goals, organizational rules, regulations/procedures and donor commitments, standards of accountability and integrity. Report on critical issues/findings to ensure timely resolution by management/stakeholders. Follow up on unresolved issues to ensure resolution.
• Prepare regular/mandated ECD program/project reports for management, donors and partners to keep them informed of program progress.

Technical and operational support to program implementation

• Conduct regular program field visits and surveys and/or exchange information with partners/stakeholders to assess progress and provide technical support, take appropriate action to resolve issues and/or refer to relevant officials for resolution. Report on critical issues, bottlenecks and potential problems for timely action to achieve results.

• Provide technical and operational support to government counterparts, NGO partners, UN system partners and other country office partners/donors on the application and understanding of UNICEF policies, strategies, processes and best practices on ECD related issues to support program implementation, operations and delivery of results.

Networking and partnership building

• Build and sustain effective close working partnerships with government counterparts and national stakeholders across relevant sectors through active sharing of information and knowledge to facilitate program implementation and build capacity of stakeholders to achieve and sustain results on ECD programs.

• Draft communication and information materials for CO program advocacy to promote awareness, establish partnership/alliances and support resource mobilization for ECD programs.

• Participate in appropriate inter-agency (UNCT) meetings/events on programming to collaborate with inter-agency partners/colleagues on UNDAF operational planning and preparation of ECD programs/projects and to integrate and harmonize UNICEF’s position and strategies with the UNDAF development and planning process.

• Research information on potential donors and prepare resource mobilization materials and briefs for fund raising and partnership development purposes.

Innovation, knowledge management and capacity building

• Identify, capture, synthesize and share lessons learned for knowledge development and to build the capacity of stakeholders.
• Apply innovative approaches and promote good practice to support the implementation and delivery of concrete and sustainable program results.
• Research and report on best and cutting edge practices for development planning of knowledge products and systems.
• Participate as resource person in capacity building initiatives to enhance the competencies of stakeholders and partners.

Impact of Results

The efficiency and efficacy of support provided by the Officer to ECD program preparation and planning and implementation of programs, contribute to achievement of sustainable results on ECD programs. Success in ECD programs in turn contribute to maintaining/enhancing the credibility and ability of UNICEF to provide program services for mothers and children that promotes greater social equality in the country.

Competencies and level of proficiency required (based on UNICEF Professional Competency Profiles)

Core Values

• Commitment
• Diversity and inclusion
• Integrity

Core competencies

• Communication (II)
• Working with people (II)
• Drive for results (II)

Functional Competencies:

• Formulating strategies and concepts (I)
• Analyzing (II)
• Applying technical expertise (II)
• Learning and researching (II)
• Planning and organizing (II)

Recruitment Qualifications

Education:

A University Degree in education, public administration/health, nutrition, economics, psychology, sociology, human development, child development, family studies or other social science field is required.

Experience:

2 – 5 years of professional experience in social development planning and management in early childhood development related areas at the international and/or in a developing country is required. Relevant experience in ECD related areas, program/project development and management in a UN system agency or organization is an asset.

Language Requirements:

Fluency in English and Spanish is required. Knowledge of another official UN language or a local language is an asset.

Candidates must be citizen of Honduras to be considered eligible for this post. Please note that the National Officers (NOs) are locally recruited staff and therefore, candidates are personally responsible for any travel and accommodation arrangements.*

UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages qualified female and male candidates from all national, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of our organisation.

How to apply:

http://www.unicef.org/about/employ/?job=501235

Organization: UN Children’s Fund
Country: Venezuela (Bolivarian Republic of)
Closing date: 01 Dec 2016

If you are a committed, creative professional and are passionate about making a lasting difference for children, the world’s leading children’s rights organization would like to hear from you.

For 70 years, UNICEF has been working on the ground in 190 countries and territories to promote children’s survival, protection and development. The world’s largest provider of vaccines for developing countries, UNICEF supports child health and nutrition, good water and sanitation, quality basic education for all boys and girls, and the protection of children from violence, exploitation, and AIDS. UNICEF is funded entirely by the voluntary contributions of individuals, businesses, foundations and governments.

Purpose of the Position

Under the supervision of the Health & Nutrition Specialist**,** the Officer provides professional technical, operational and administrative assistance throughout the programming process for education programs/projects within the Country Program from development planning to delivery of results, preparing, executing, managing and implementing a variety of technical and administrative program tasks to facilitate program development, implementation, program progress monitoring, evaluating and reporting.

Key Expected Results

• Support to program development and planning
• Program management, monitoring and delivery of results
• Technical and operational support to program implementation
• Networking and partnership building
• Innovation, knowledge management and capacity building

Key Accountabilities and Duties & Tasks

Support to program development and planning

• Provide technical and operational support throughout all stages of programming processes by executing/administering a variety of technical, program, operational and administrative transactions, preparing related materials/documentations and complying with organizational processes and management systems, to support program planning, results based planning (RBM) and monitoring and evaluating results.
• Contribute to the development/establishment of sectoral program goals, objectives and strategies and results-based planning through research, collection, analysis and reporting of education and other related information for development planning and priority and goal setting.
• Contribute to the preparation/update of situation analysis for the program sector/s for development, design and management of education related programs/projects. Research and report on development trends and (economic, social, health etc) data for use in program development, management, monitoring, evaluation and delivery of results.

Program management, monitoring and delivery of results.

• Work closely and collaboratively with internal and external colleagues and partners to discuss operational and implementation issues, provide solutions, recommendations and/or alert appropriate officials and stakeholders for higher-level intervention and/or decision. Keep record of reports and assessments for easy reference and/or to capture and institutionalize lessons learned.
• Participate in monitoring and evaluation exercises, program reviews and annual reviews with government and other counterparts to assess programs/projects and to report on required action/interventions at the higher level of program management.
• Monitor and report on the use of sectoral program resources (financial, administrative and other assets), verify compliance with approved allocation/goals, organizational rules, regulations/procedures and donor commitments, standards of accountability and integrity. Report on critical issues/findings to ensure timely resolution by management/stakeholders. Follow up on unresolved issues to ensure resolution.
• Draft regular/mandated sectoral program/project reports for management, donors and partners to keep them informed of program progress.

Technical and operational support to program implementation

• Conduct regular program field visits and surveys and/or exchange information with partners/stakeholders to assess progress and provide technical support, take appropriate action to resolve issues and/or refer to relevant officials for resolution. Report on critical issues, bottlenecks and potential problems for timely action to achieve results.
• Provide technical and operational support to government counterparts, NGO partners, UN system partners and other country office partners/donors on the application and understanding of UNICEF policies, strategies, processes and best practices on education and related issues to support program implementation, operations and delivery of results.

Networking and partnership building

• Build and sustain effective close working partnerships with government counterparts and national stakeholders through active sharing of information and knowledge to facilitate program implementation and build capacity of stakeholders to achieve and sustain results on education programs.
• Draft communication and information materials for CO program advocacy to promote awareness, establish partnership/alliances and support fund raising for education programs.
• Participate in appropriate inter-agency (UNCT) meetings/events on programming to collaborate with inter-agency partners/colleagues on UNDAF operational planning and preparation of education programs/projects and to integrate and harmonize UNICEF position and strategies with the UNDAF development and planning process.
• Research information on potential donors and prepare resource mobilization materials and briefs for fund raising and partnership development purposes.

Innovation, knowledge management and capacity building

• Contribute to identifying, capturing, synthesizing and sharing lessons learned for knowledge development and capacity development of stakeholders.
• Apply innovative approaches and promote good practice to support the implementation and delivery of concrete and sustainable program results.
• Research and report on best and cutting edge practices for development planning of knowledge products and systems.
• Participate as resource person in capacity building initiatives to enhance the competencies of clients/stakeholders.

Qualifications of Successful Candidate

Education:

A University Degree in education, psychology, sociology or other social science field is required.

Experience:

A minimum of 2 years of professional experience in social development planning and management in education and related areas at the international and/or in a developing country is required.

Relevant experience in education and related areas, program/project development and management in a UN system agency or organization is an asset.

Language Requirements:

Fluency in Spanish and English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language is an asset.

Competencies of Successful Candidate

Core Values

• Commitment
• Diversity and inclusion
• Integrity

Core competencies

• Communication (II)
• Working with people (I)
• Drive for results (I)

Functional Competencies:

• Formulating strategies and concepts (I)
• Analyzing (II)
• Applying technical expertise (II)
• Learning and researching (II)
• Planning and organizing (II)

Candidate must be citizen of Venezuela to be considered eligible for this post. Please note that the National Officers (NOs) are locally recruited staff and therefore, candidates are personally responsible for any travel and accommodation arrangements.

UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages qualified female and male candidates from all national, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of our organisation.

How to apply:

http://www.unicef.org/about/employ/?job=499780

Organization: UN Children’s Fund
Country: Venezuela (Bolivarian Republic of)
Closing date: 30 Nov 2016

If you are a committed, creative professional and are passionate about making a lasting difference for children, the world’s leading children’s rights organization would like to hear from you.

For 70 years, UNICEF has been working on the ground in 190 countries and territories to promote children’s survival, protection and development. The world’s largest provider of vaccines for developing countries, UNICEF supports child health and nutrition, good water and sanitation, quality basic education for all boys and girls, and the protection of children from violence, exploitation, and AIDS. UNICEF is funded entirely by the voluntary contributions of individuals, businesses, foundations and governments.

Purpose of the Position

Assists in planning, implementing, monitoring and evaluating an advocacy and communication strategy to get children’s and women’s issues into the public domain, strengthen political will in support of UNICEF’s mission and objectives in the country, and enhance the organization’s credibility and brand.

Key Expected Results

• Communication strategy: The production of communication products and materials are timely executed and followed up to support country communication strategy, regional and global campaigns and priorities, and to support resource mobilization as set out in the work plan.
• Media relations: Effective and timely professional assistance and support are provided in developing, drafting and maintaining contact information, materials and relationships with journalists and media outlets covering all media – print, TV, radio, web etc. – in the country, to communicate the story of UNICEF’s cooperation to a wider audience.
• Monitoring and evaluation: Regular monitoring and evaluation activities are undertaken according to the work plan to ensure maximum impact and continuous improvement of country communication efforts. Results and reports are prepared and shared on a timely basis.
• Celebrities, partners and special events:** The Country Office’s contact list of individuals, groups, organizations and fora (including Government, UN, and bilateral counterparts), is maintained and further developed, whose support is essential to/can assist in achieving the advocacy and communication objectives and who support and are able to actively participate in special events and activities that further the country programme goals.

Key Accountabilities and Duties & Tasks

Communication materials

• Implement the tasks in the country communication work plan and strategy as assigned.
• Gather content and coverage of relevant country efforts to identify effective relevant country programme activities and results. Develop complementary, country specific and local community materials and activities.
• Support the production of communication materials (e.g. briefing notes, images, video. Web pages etc.) that meet the country and global standards as set out in the Communication Toolkit.
• Assist in drafting and editing articles, press releases, human interest stories and other advocacy/information materials for both web-based and traditional media, as appropriate.
• Follow up on the production of advocacy and communication materials (e.g., films, videos, audio-visuals, etc.), and oversee the qualitative aspects of production, (e.g., quality control, translations, reviews of layout and graphic design etc.) to meet standards as set out in the Communication Toolkit.
• Maintain an up-to-date documentation centre for communication materials including publications, press releases and clippings, photographs, audio-visual materials, web resources etc.
• Recommend appropriate information and communication materials for use in media, and other advocacy and communication activities;
• Recommend established contacts, networks, resources and processes to support communication activities.

Media relations

• Maintain and update media relations contact list/database. Ensure rapid and accurate information dissemination to the media.
• Assist in developing and maintaining close collaboration with mass media, as well as with groups and organizations whose support is essential to the achievement of advocacy and communication objectives.
• Assist in drafting and editing articles, press releases, human interest stories and other advocacy/information materials in all media formats, as appropriate.
• Prepare background communication and promotional materials for briefing and visits of media and other special interest groups. Assist in the planning, logistic and administrative arrangements for them.
• Assist in collaborating with the media through activities such as organizing project site visits, facilitating photo coverage and TV footage and utilizing both web-based and traditional media as appropriate.
• Monitor and evaluate the use and effectiveness of media materials. Maintain a library of coverage (clippings, coverage etc.)

Monitoring and evaluation

• Assist in coordinating appropriate audience research and compiling and analysing relevant data.
• Monitor and evaluate the appropriate and timely dissemination of advocacy and communication materials to target audiences, and participate in the evaluation of their impact. Monitor and evaluate the use and effectiveness of media materials. Maintain a library of coverage (clippings, coverage etc.)
• Monitor the public perception of UNICEF in the country and recommend appropriate action to maintain a positive image for the organization.
• Assist in providing feedback to DOC on the use and appropriateness of global communication materials such as publications, images and multimedia products.
• Ensure good quality data collection, analysis and evaluation and reporting to ensure effective communication strategies, planning and effective and efficient advocacy.
• Undertake lessons learned review of successful and unsuccessful communication experiences as directed by supervisor.

Celebrities, partners and special events

• Help organize and generate public support for special events and activities to promote country programme goals.
• Assist in developing and maintaining close collaboration with mass media, as well as with groups and organizations whose support is essential to the achievement of advocacy and communication objectives.
• Maintain and update celebrity and partner contact lists/database for country office.
• Monitor/document process and effectiveness of working with these individuals/organizations.
• Prepare background communication and promotional materials for briefings and visits of media, Goodwill Ambassadors, donors, National Committee representatives and other special interest groups. The task includes preparing information materials (e.g., press releases, programme summaries, country fact sheets and media kits), and assisting in the planning, logistics and administrative arrangements.

Qualifications of Successful Candidate

Education

University degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations or related field.

Work Experience

One year practical professional work experience in communication, print and broadcast media, or interactive digital media.

International and national work experience or Field work experience.

Background/familiarity with Emergency situations.

Language Proficiency

Fluency in Spanish and English.

Competencies of Successful Candidate

Core Values (Required)

• Commitment
• Diversity and Inclusion
• Integrity

Core Competencies (Required)

• Communication [ II ]
• Working with People [ I ]
• Drive for Results [ I ]

Functional Competencies (Required)

• Formulating Strategies and Concepts [ I ]
• Relating and Networking [ I ]
• Persuading and Influencing [ I ]
• Applying Technical Expertise [ I ]
• Learning and Researching [ II ]
• Planning and Organizing [ II ]

Candidates must be citizen of Honduras to be considered eligible for this post. Please note that the National Officers (NOs) are locally recruited staff and therefore, candidates are personally responsible for any travel and accommodation arrangements.

UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages qualified female and male candidates from all national, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of our organisation.

How to apply:

http://www.unicef.org/about/employ/?job=499778

Organization: Scottish Catholic International Aid Fund
Country: Colombia
Closing date: 02 Dec 2016

Mediante una evaluación externa final del proyecto, buscamos asesorar nuestra efectividad en la entrega de los resultados esperados del proyecto, y en particular el impacto de las actividades implementadas en relación con el Objetivo Específico mencionado arriba. Queremos una evaluación que sirve de insumo para SCIAF y la UE, y también para nuestros Socios locales y para los beneficiarios de la intervención. Queremos entender que diferencia ha generado el proyecto en las vidas de la población afro-Colombiana, Indígena, y Mestiza beneficiada por el proyecto (hombres y mujeres), y en el funcionamiento de sus organizaciones étnico-territoriales. También queremos entender Cómo se ha generado estos cambios, y Cuales son las principales lecciones aprendidas durante los tres años de ejecución, para poder incrementar el impacto con futuras acciones. Finalmente, queremos identificar cualquier diferencia en los resultados logrados para mujeres y hombres, y para los distintos grupos étnicos.

Por lo tanto, la evaluación debe incluir, dentro de su ámbito, la posibilidad de capturar de manera afectiva los principales aprendizajes (positivas/negativas) de la intervención, su impacto sobre el grupo meta (diferenciado por género, edad, y etnia), y el nivel de sostenibilidad de sus resultados. También debe considerar de qué manera el contexto ha influido (positiva/negativa) el impacto del proyecto, y la sostenibilidad de sus resultados.

How to apply:

Para los Terminos de Referencia completos, mandar un solicitud a Mark Camburn (mcamburn@sciaf.org.uk).

Toda propuesta debe ser entregada en digital al siguiente correo electrónico:

o mcamburn@sciaf.org.uk

• La propuesta, incluyendo todos sus anexos, no debe exceder los 10 MB (no será recibido si excede ese tamaño).

• La propuestas deben ser entregados con el siguiente asunto:

o Propuesta – Evaluación Externa + nombre del consultor/a

• Cualquier consulta sobre la presentación de propuestas deben ser dirigida al siguiente correo electrónico, con el asunto «Consulta – Evaluación Externa»

o sciafcolombia@sciaf.org.uk

Organization: Management Systems International
Country: Colombia
Closing date: 17 Dec 2016

Asistente de subvenciones y contrataciones,

USAID/OTI Colombia Transforma, Colombia

Perfil de la compañía:
MSI, una compañía de Treta Tech, es una compañía de desarrollo internacional en el área metropolitana de Washington, D.C. con una trayectoria de 35 años ayudando a proporcionar resultados en todos los países en desarrollo. Nuestra experiencia principal es en los campos de seguimiento y evaluación (M&E), el desarrollo institucional, la gestión del sector público, la gobernabilidad y anti-corrupción. MSI implementa cerca de 100 proyectos en 90 países, como Jordania, Marruecos, Líbano, Siria, Pakistán, Afganistán, Colombia, y México. Como una de las empresas líderes en nuestro campo, MSI ha trabajado con más de 80 organizaciones de todos los sectores de desarrollo internacional con clientes que van desde grandes donantes bilaterales y multilaterales, como la USAID, el Banco Mundial y el PNUD a los gobiernos nacionales y locales, las ONG , centros de investigación, fundaciones y universidades. Para obtener más información sobre MSI, por favor visite nuestro sitio Web en www.msiworldwide.com .

Resumen del proyecto:
Colombia Transforma es un programa financiado por USAID/OTI. Transforma proporciona apoyo orientado estratégicamente para lograr una paz sostenible en Colombia. El objetivo inicial será el de mejorar la capacidad de Colombia para implementar una respuesta rápida durante los primeros 36 meses después de la firma de un acuerdo de paz.

\Por favor tenga en cuenta: Solo los ciudadanos colombianos son elegibles para este cargo.**

Resumen del Cargo:
El Asistente de Subvenciones y Adquisiciones (GPA por su abreviatura en inglés) es parte del equipo de gestión de adquisiciones y subvenciones de Transforma, basado en Bogotá bajo la supervisión del Especialista en Subvenciones (GS por su abreviatura en inglés). El GPA apoya al GS en la realización de pequeñas subvenciones y realiza apoyo administrativo al Especialista en Adquisiciones (PS por su abreviatura en inglés), en las cotizaciones para compras, incluida la gestión de las bases de datos, archivo físico y electrónico, coordinación con proveedores, apoyo en la elaboración de documentos de subvenciones, presupuestos, solicitudes de compras, en coordinación con los especialistas el Desarrollo de Programas y los beneficiarios del programa. Se requieren excelentes cualidades de comunicación orales y escritas, así como un excelente manejo de software.

Responsabilidades:

• Brindar apoyo administrativo para actividades logísticas y de adquisiciones, según lo solicitado por el equipo del programa o por los GS y el Gerente de Subvenciones y Adquisiciones (GPM por sus siglas en inglés)
• Organizar, escanear y archivar la información relacionada con las subvenciones y las actividades administrativas según sea necesario.
• Brindar apoyo en el mantenimiento de documentación precisa, actualizada y completa sobre el programa y suministrar documentación en copia impresa y de respaldo, incluida la organización periódica de los archivos sobre subvenciones en el servidor de Transforma y la base de datos de actividades
• Ayudar a mantener una lista actualizada de los proveedores, subcontratistas y donatarios y colaborar con la obtención y organización de la documentación de apoyo sobre las actividades.
• Servir de manera efectiva como enlace entre el equipo del programa, el GS y el equipo financiero para proporcionar la documentación necesaria para emitir los pagos relacionados con las actividades.
• Asistir a reuniones de campo y demás reuniones y prestar apoyo en la toma de notas según se solicite.
• Ayudar con la lista de comprobación sobre el otorgamiento de la subvención para garantizar que las subvenciones se hayan otorgado correctamente y en forma oportuna.
• Ayudar con proyectos especiales y tareas en apoyo del GS, el equipo técnico u otros miembros del personal según sea necesario.
• Cualquier otro deber que podrá determinar el GS o GPM.
• Mantener absoluta discreción y profesionalismo respecto de todos los asuntos confidenciales, relacionados con el desempeño de sus funciones.
• Desarrollar y mantener relaciones cordiales, abiertas profesionales con los otros miembros del equipo del programa de campo.
• Hacer desplazamientos a nivel local o nacional según sea requerido.

Competencias:

• Profesional o estudiante de últimos semestres en administración u otra disciplina relacionada.
• Experiencia en la gestión administrativa y / o financiera.
• Experiencia en el área de subvenciones, preferiblemente con programas de USAID.
• Conocimientos de idiomas Inglés preferidos, pero no es obligatorio.

Solamente se contactarán a los candidatos que se hayan seleccionado para una entrevista. Favor de no llamar.

Grants and Procurement Assistant, USAID/OTI

Colombia Transforma, Colombia

Company Profile: MSI, a Tetra Tech Company, is a Washington, DC metro area international development firm with a 35-year history of delivering development results across the world. Our core expertise is in the fields of monitoring and evaluation (M&E), institutional development, public sector management, governance and anti-corruption. MSI implements nearly 100 projects in 90 countries around the world such as Jordan, Morocco, Lebanon, Syria, Pakistan, Afghanistan, Colombia, and Mexico. As one of the leading companies in our field, MSI has partnered with more than 80 organizations across all sectors of international development with clients ranging from large bilateral and multilateral donors such as USAID, the World Bank and the UNDP to national and local governments, NGOs, think tanks, foundations and universities. For more information on MSI, please visit our website at www.msiworldwide.com.

Project Summary:
Colombia Transforma is a program financed by USAID/OTI. Transforma provides support strategically aimed at achieving sustainable peace in Colombia. The initial goal will be to strengthen the institutional capacity of the Colombian government to implement rapid response during the first 36 months after the signing of the peace accords.

\Please note: Only Colombian citizens are eligible for this position.**

Position Summary: The Grants and Procurement Assistant (GPA) is part of the Transforma procurement, and grants management team, based in Bogotá under the supervision of the Grants Specialists (GS). The GPA supports the GS with the implementation of small grants and provides administrative support to the Procurement Specialists (PS), with quotations for purchases, including database management, physical and electronic filing, coordination with vendors, support with the elaboration of grants documents, budgets, purchase requests, in coordination with the Program Development Officers and program grantees. Software and strong written and oral communications skills are required.

Responsibilities:

• Provide administrative support for procurement and logistical activities, as requested by the field program team, by the GSs, and the Grant and Procurement Manager (GPM).
• Organize, scan, file, and archive information, as needed, related to grants and activity administration.
• Support the maintenance of accurate, up to date and complete program and grant documentation in electronic, hard copy and back-up copies, including regular organization of grant files on the Transforma server and Activity Database.
• Help maintain an up-to-date list of vendors, subcontractors and grantees, and assist in obtaining and organizing supporting activity documentation.
• Serve as an effective liaison between the field program team, the GS and the finance team to provide documentation needed to issue payments related to activities.
• Attend field and other meetings and provide note-taking support as requested.
• Assist with grant award checklist to ensure grants are awarded properly and in a timely manner.
• Assist with special projects and tasks in support of the GS and field team, technical team or other staff members as needed.
• Any other assignments which may be determined by the GS or GPM.
• Maintain absolute discretion and professionalism towards all confidential matters discussed within the office, and which one might encounter in the execution of their duties.
• Develop and maintain cordial, open, and professional relationships with other members of the program field teams.
• Travel locally and nationally as required.

Qualifications:

• Professional or student (within the last semesters) of administration or another related discipline.
• Experience with administrative and/or financial management.
• Experience with grants, preferable with USAID programs.
• English skills preferred, but not required.

Only candidates who have been selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please.

MSI is an EEO/AA/ADA Veterans Employer.

To apply: Please visit our website, www.msiworldwide.com

PI95953159

Apply Here: http://www.Click2apply.net/ht6kwyhc93

How to apply:

Apply Online

Organization: Ayuda en Acción
Country: El Salvador
Closing date: 15 Dec 2016

Objetivos del puesto.

Contribuir a procesos integrales de Desarrollo Rural Territorial en los Municipios de La Palma, San Ignacio y Cítala de la Reserva de Biosfera Trifinio Fraternidad, centrándose en la dinamización de la ECADERT y el Grupo de Acción territorial y enfocándose en promover la resiliencia de los sistemas productivos de colectivos en situación de vulnerabilidad ante el cambio climático.

Responsabilidades.

• Coordinar desde lo Nacional la efectiva implementación del Convenio 14-CO1-737 “Promover la resiliencia de los sistemas productivos de los grupos en situación de vulnerabilidad ante el cambio climático en Centroamérica” financiado por la Cooperación Española.

• Dinamizar la comisión nacional del ECADERT en El Salvador, así como la Sistematización de experiencias y buenas prácticas promovidas por el GAT para el Desarrollo Territorial.

• Realizar funciones de seguimiento, gestión, evaluación y rendición de cuentas técnica-financiera de los proyectos implementados en el territorio Trifinio Fraternidad.

• Gestionar iniciativas de articulación territorial entre los actores sociales, políticos y económicos, a nivel local, departamental y nacional, que impacten positivamente en el desarrollo socioeconómico e intercultural de la niñez, juventud y mujeres.

• Participar activamente en la formulación de propuestas de proyectos, elaboración y consolidación de informes de seguimiento, asegurando la incorporación del enfoque de niñez, igualdad de género, interculturalidad y desarrollo territorial.

• Identificar oportunidades de coinversión con actores públicos, privados, a través del diseño de proyectos innovadores fundamentados desde una gestión basada en resultados y género.

• Acompañar los procesos de gestión del Vinculo Solidario y de Auspiciamiento como parte de su agenda de trabajo de promoción y protección de los derechos de la niñez.

• Realizar otras actividades relacionadas con su cargo orientado por el Equipo Gestor del Programa Nacional de AeA.

  Conocimientos y experiencia.

• Graduado de Licenciatura o ingeniería en ciencias sociales económicas, agronómicas, o carreras a fines.

• Deseable maestría en Desarrollo Rural Territorial, con conocimientos profundos y comprobados en el enfoque de equidad de género, resiliencia y cambio climático.

• Experiencia comprobada de 5 años en puestos similares.

• Conocimientos y experiencia en el trabajo con colectivos de niñez-juventud y mujeres.

• Conocimientos de enfoque de derechos humanos, incidencia política, trabajo en redes de desarrollo local, adaptación al cambio climático y cadenas de valor.

• Conocimientos sobre ECADERT, los GAT y procesos de articulación para el desarrollo territorial y normativa AECID.

Habilidades y competencias

• Capacidad de interlocución y construir relaciones interinstitucionales

• Conocimiento y experiencia en el enfoque de Gestión Orientada a resultados.

• Rigor tanto en la calidad de la información como en el cumplimiento de los plazos establecidos.

• Capacidad analítica y de trabajar dentro de un ambiente multidisciplinario.

• habilidades de comunicación, resolución de problemas y toma de decisiones.

• Capacidad para construir y liderar equipos de trabajo, de negociación y facilitación.

  Otros requerimientos

• Uso efectivo de paquete office, Windows, estadísticas y base de datos.

• Residir o con disposición de trasladarse a los Municipios de San Ignacio, La Palma o Cítala de la zona norte del departamento de Chalatenango.

• Licencia vigente de vehículo todo terreno.

• Flexibilidad de horarios.

Condiciones de la Oferta

• Incorporación Inmediata

• Contrato a término anual renovable conforme al desempeño y conclusión de convenio.

• Jornada completa de trabajo.

• Remuneración acorde a la política retributiva de Ayuda en Acción.

• Beneficios conforme a lo establecido en la ley.

Cada candidato debe enviar:

• CV

• Carta de interés

• Expresar pretensión salarial.

How to apply:

ENVIAR SUS HOJAS DE VIDA AL CORREO:

msambrano@ayudaenaccion.org ; emenendez@ayudaenaccion.org

Organization: International Center for Tropical Agriculture
Country: Colombia
Closing date: 12 Dec 2016

The International Center for Tropical Agriculture (www.ciat.cgiar.org) works to reduce hunger and poverty, and improve human nutrition in the tropics through research aimed at increasing the eco-efficiency of agriculture. CIAT is a member of the CGIAR Consortium (www.cgiar.org), a global partnership that unites organizations engaged in research for a food secure future. Headquartered near Cali, Colombia, CIAT has regional offices in Managua, Nairobi, Kenya, and Hanoi, Vietnam, with staff posted in other developing countries as well.

Decision and Policy Analysis is a Research Area in the International Center for Tropical Agriculture (CIAT) with the goal of contributing to improved global decision making through the provision of novel and accurate information about agricultural systems and associated natural resources from the farm- to the continental- level; and to influence key governmental, non-governmental and private organizations to ensure that the rural poor benefit from public and private sector policies. It is a highly dynamic and multi-disciplinary program working on four major pillars of research, impact assessment, climate change, ecosystem services and linking farmers to market. For more information on DAPA, see http://dapa.ciat.cgiar.org/

We are seeking a Coordinator to provide close support to the research area director and other DAPA scientists to create an environment conducive to excellence in science and development.

Responsibilities:

• Generate an enabling environment for excellence in science, relevance in development amongst the team in DAPA
• Provide support to the DAPA leader in the day to day management of a 150 person team focusing on policy, agriculture and environment research
• Provide leadership in enabling internal communications for the DAPA program through information sharing meetings and intranet systems for managing project information
• Manage a core group of support staff to provide research backstopping to DAPA scientists
• Oversee processes for proposal and project development in close collaboration with the fundraising office to ensure quality delivery to donors
• Develop a collegial, fun and productive environment within the area which is conducive to generating high quality, creative research
• Represent DAPA in internal and external meetings

Education and Experience

• Master degree in business administration, international development, public administration or related field
• At least 3 years of experience working in a dynamic development or research environment
• Full English oral and written capabilities.
• Bilingual English and Spanish preferred.
• The DAPA coordinator should be someone with interest in managing research and management processes rather than engage in the science itself.
• The candidate should be very capable of managing professional relationships, and working in a complex, intercultural and highly dynamic working environment.
• Candidates should be pragmatic in finding solutions, and demonstrate initiative in establishing systems and processes to enable the effective management of the research area.
• Values the sharing of information and continuous improvements in a cooperative atmosphere of constructive evaluation and learning, and be committed to staff development.

Terms of employment

This internationally recruited position will be based at CIAT Headquarters in Palmira, Colombia, reporting directly to the Area Research Director. The initial contract will be for up to two (2) years, subject to a probation period of three (3) months, and is renewable depending on performance and availability of resources.

CIAT offers a multicultural, collegial research environment with competitive salary and excellent benefits. CIAT is an equal opportunity employer, and strives for staff diversity in gender and nationality. Candidates from Nicaragua are particularly encouraged to apply.

How to apply:

Applicants are invited to send a cover letter illustrating their suitability for the above position against the listed qualifications, competencies, skills together with a detailed curriculum vitae, including names and addresses of three referees knowledgeable about the candidate’s professional qualifications and work experience. All correspondence should be addressed to the CIAT Human Resources Office to Andrea Linares (z.a.linares@cgiar.org ) and should clearly indicate “DAPA Coordinator”.

Organization: University for Peace
Country: Costa Rica
Closing date: 27 Nov 2016

The Communications and Marketing Officer will assist in the development and implementation of the University’s Communications and Marketing Strategy, including:

• Design and implement communication strategies for publicizing the University.
• Work with the recruiter to design and implement marketing strategies for attracting new students to the University.
• Update the UPEACE website with the latest information.
• Develop and implement a sustainable social media strategy.
• Design and coordinate the production of materials for both print and social media.
• Provide Public Relations support to the Office of the Rector..
• Research and monitor the international market for new potential marketing channels and strategies.
• Coordinate actions with other UN agencies in the country by participating in UNCT meetings and collaborating with them to support UN information campaigns and others.

Requirements:

• Advanced University Degree (Licenciatura/Master’s degree) in Communications, Marketing, Journalism, Public Relations, or a related field and three (3) years of relevant work experience and proven track record in similar positions OR Undergraduate Degree in the above-mentioned disciplines with a minimum of 5 years of demonstrated professional experience in this field.
• Fully bilingual in both written and verbal English/Spanish.
• Knowledge of another UN language is an asset.
• Excellent writing skills in both English and Spanish.
• High professional and ethical standards for handling confidential information.
• Capacity to work under tight deadlines through effective time management.
• Demonstrated ability to manage or coordinate events and activities.
• Knowledge of publishing software and online communication tools a plus (Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Mail Chimp, etc.)
• Flexibility and initiative, as well as the ability to work independently, combined with the skills for thriving in a global/team environment.

Salary: $1,500-2,000 based on experience

How to apply:

Please submit your resume (maximum 3 pages) in the English language, along with a cover letter explaining your interest in the position. Your application should be sent in electronic format to the following e-mail only: jobshr@upeace.org in reference to position #1400. The period for the submission of CVs ends 27 November 2016 at 17:00 (5:00pm) local time. At the end of the application period, the selection board will review all applications and contact only those candidates that will continue to the next phase of the selection process. These short listed applicants will be contacted by 1 December 2016. Interviews will be conducted between 5-9 December 2016.

Organization: TechnoServe
Country: Mexico
Closing date: 31 Dec 2016

TechnoServe Background:

TechnoServe works with enterprising people in the developing world to build competitive farms, businesses and industries. We are a nonprofit organization that develops business solutions to poverty by linking people to information, capital and markets. Our work is rooted in the idea that given the opportunity, hardworking men and women in even the poorest places can generate income, jobs and wealth for their families and communities. With more than four decades of proven results, we believe in the power of private enterprise to transform lives.

Program Description:

TechnoServe is seeking an experienced Program and M&E Manager for an already ongoing project funded by the Foundation of a large multinational corporation. The programs’ objectives are to strengthen technical, agricultural and entrepreneurial skills of smallholder farmers and field workers in order to increase their income and improve the quality of life of their families. Agribusinesses will also be trained and will receive business consulting to strengthen their performance and governance capacities to be integrated into new commercial channels and value chains.

Position Description:

• Provide the vision and technical leadership to the team executing the program
• Meeting regularly and following up with the donor in all aspects of the project
• Travel to the sites of the project and oversee the advance and implementation of the program and the farmers training
• Provide support to the technical team in all areas necessary for the execution of its duties and goals, particularly with regard to agronomic and business content
• Propose action plans to the donor with specific tasks related to TechnoServe’s scope of work, including the corresponding budgets
• Keep track, manage the budget and maintain control of expenses and related receipts, invoices and documentation
• Implement the project’s logical framework and lead impact evaluations
• Design and monitor the implementation of an information system devised for the submission of all the required information in a reliable and timely manner
• Support the team in the compilation of information and data to be included in the program reports
• Maintain an updated register of all technical information and initiatives developed in each of the program components
• Continuously evaluate the performance of staff members under his/her supervision

Required Skills & Experience:

• Advanced degree in Economics, Finance, Business Administration, Agronomy, or other relevant field
• At least 5 years of relevant work experience with at least 3 years of private sector development experience involving both public and private sector entities
• Demonstrated experience in private sector project development with specific consulting experience to micro, small and medium-sized enterprises involving public and private sector groups. Specifically, he/she should have experience in the definition, design and implementation of technical assistance and support programs to smallholder farmers focusing on technical agronomy skills, organizational development and general management
• Knowledge in statistics, econometrics and impact evaluations
• Previous successful experience mentoring and building capacity of staff, results driven
• Experience living and working in Mexico and/or Central America.
• Mexican residency and legal working permit required.
• Oral and written fluency in Spanish and English.

How to apply:

Application Instructions

Qualified and interested applicants should submit a Word-formatted or pdf single document consisting of cover letter, resume and salary history to vmartinonraet@tns.org. Please identify the position for which you are applying in the subject line.

Only applicants meeting minimum qualifications will be considered or contacted. No phone calls please.

Organization: Food for the Hungry
Country: Dominican Republic
Closing date: 29 Nov 2016

PURPOSE OF THE JOB The Regional IT Coordinator is a member of the Information Technology (IT) team as well as a member of the LAC Regional Office. The Regional IT Coordinator will be primarily responsible for supporting the technology of the LAC region as well as supporting technology worldwide.

SUMMARY OF SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITIES
The Regional IT Coordinator will have responsibilities related to FH IT worldwide, though will be primarily responsible for LAC. Projects will be assigned that will benefit and affect FH Worldwide though they may be only implemented in LAC by the Regional IT Coordinator. The Regional IT Coordinator will also be expected to answer help desk questions as assigned or as they are submitted for any staff throughout the world, not just LAC. However, because this staff will be present in time zones for LAC, be geographically present in LAC, and will be more familiar with the issues in FH LAC, the expectation is that he / she takes the lead in all issues related to LAC. The Regional IT Coordinator is primarily responsible for technical management of all country based IT Staff and coordinating the activities and plans of the countries and regions with the country based IT staff, Country Directors, and the Regional Director. The Regional IT Coordinator is ultimately responsible for ensuring country based IT Staff perform day-to-day maintenance on all tech equipment, create long and short term plans including budgeting, are properly trained, and perform backstopping for all information technology for the region. The scope of responsibilities toward LAC and FH Global may change.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Key Result #1 – LAC Regional Technology Coordination.

1. Field IT Staff – In cooperation with Country Directors and HR Managers, assess the technical competence of candidates for the locally hired field IT staff. In agreement with the CD, plan out the annual strategy and priorities for local IT staff. This includes involvement in day-to-day technical tasks, specific project planning, and yearly performance reviews;
2. Country Plans – In coordination with Country Directors and their local IT staff and under the guidance of the Director of IT, develop and maintain the IT Plan for each country, including short and long term plans;
3. Regional Plans – In coordination with the Regional Director develop a Regional IT Plan and ensure that all sites in the region adhere to the plan. Provide proactive feedback and support on the regional plans;
4. Technological Support – Provide backstopping IT support for staff at the country and the regional level including hardware, software, and connectivity issues, support and set up staff with computers, email, and all applications;
5. Budgets – Lead the process to create an IT budget for each country and operational field site;
6. Communications – Support and proactively manage all IT communications in the region so that field IT staff, CDs, RDs are aware of the plans and activities of the region;
7. Documentation – Create and maintain documentation of all aspects of the technology and infrastructure of the region. Guide the Field IT staff in managing the documentation for their sites;
8. Training – Provide training to Field IT and computer users in the region. Monitor field IT staff in managing IT training program for their sites;
9. Standards – Ensure that all sites adhere to the infrastructure standards. Provide proactive feedback and support on the current infrastructure standards;
10. Contracts – Ensure that the each office is best utilizing their resources by managing and reviewing all IT related contracts, especially related to connectivity and communications;
11. Field visits – In alignment with the plans of the Technology department and the regional office, plan regular visits to each site for training and maintenance;
12. Direct Field Support – Fill role of IT Field Staff in DR and provide first line of support for FH Haiti.
13. Participate in regional monthly meetings and provide updates of IT activities related to regional and country IT work plans.

Key Result #2 – Global Technology.

1. Respond to requests to assist with the help desk as requested by the Director of Technology and Support Systems;
2. Under the direction of Director of IT, work on special projects that will be implemented worldwide;
3. Provide proactive input into the IT operations in the region that apply to and will benefit the other regions;
4. Be a proponent of global standards and applications in your region.

How to apply:

For a complete version of the job description, qualifications, benefits, and to apply, access our Employment page on the FH website: http://www.fh.org/get-involved/employment