empleo

Organization: Management Systems International
Country: Colombia
Closing date: 23 Sep 2017

Administrative Assistant, USAID/OTI 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:

This project will promote an enabling environment for sustainable peace in Colombia. The initial objective will be to help strengthen the Colombian government’s institutional capacity to ensure regional and local participation in peace-building.

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

Position Summary:

This position supports the finance and administrative management team and serves as a receptionist, maintains the office efficiently, manages the Bogotá office procurements, assists with coordinating arrangements for on-site meetings/events, and oversees the cleaning staff.

Responsibilities:

• Organize and archive information, as needed, related to project functions and administration.
• Support administrative, financial, budgetary, and logistical activities, as required by the office manager (OM).
• Track costs and approvals related to project travel for local staff, and book travel arrangements.
• Support organization of event logistics and planning, as well as maintain a file of any related approval documentation.
• Support the management of staff travel requests, and keeping track of pending and ongoing travel in coordination with the travel agency
• Supporting the finance department, in ensuring back up documentation for expenses is accurate, and in securing travel advances for Bogota staff.
• Perform follow up calls to provide confirmation of receipt of official correspondence, reservations, and other important communications.
• Maintain an up-to-date list of vendors.
• Provide support to the contracts manager as needed, and in coordination with the OM.
• Assist in the organization of supporting documentation for payments issued by the project.
• Review travel expense reports for local project staff and provide comments to the OM for their review.
• Manage the office petty cash.
• Maintain absolute discretion and professionalism towards all confidential matters discussed within the office, and which one might encounter in the execution of their duties.
• Update the project SharePoint calendar with upcoming events, holidays, and items of note.
• Welcome and attend to all office guests and answer the office telephone.
• Any other assignments which may be determined by the chief of party or OM.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in administration or other related discipline.
• Minimum two (2) years of experience in administrative and/or financial management.
• English language 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.

Asistente Administrativo, USAID/OTI, Bogota, Colombia

Resumen del Proyecto:

Este promoverá un ambiente propicio para la paz sostenible en Colombia. El objetivo inicial será fortalecer la capacidad institucional del gobierno Colombiano para asegurar la participación regional y local en la construcción de paz.

Resumen del Cargo:

Esta posición apoya al equipo de Finanzas y Administrativa y sirve como recepcionista, mantiene la oficina en una manera eficiente, supervisar las adquisiciones de oficinas de Bogotá, ayuda con la coordinación de arreglos para reuniones / eventos, y supervisa el personal de limpieza.

*Tenga en Cuento: Esta es una posición local. Solo candidatos Colombianos serán considerados.*

Experiencia:

• Organizar y archivar información, según sea necesario, en relación con las funciones y la administración del proyecto.
• Apoyar actividades administrativas, financieras, presupuestarias y logísticas, como lo exige el Gerente de Oficina.
• Supervisar los costos y aprobaciones relacionadas con los viajes para el personal local del proyecto, y los arreglos de viaje.
• Apoyar la organización de la logística y la planificación de eventos, así como mantener un archivo de toda la documentación relacionada con la aprobación.
• Apoyo en las solicitudes de expedición de tiquetes y llevar un control sobre los tiquetes pendientes de uso en coordinación con la agencia de viajes
• Apoyo al área financiera en el seguimiento de legalizaciones de viajes y anticipos de los trabajadores de Bogotá.
• Hacer llamadas de seguimiento para proporcionar confirmación de la recepción de la correspondencia oficial, reservas y otras comunicaciones importantes.
• Mantener una lista actualizada de los proveedores.
• Asistir en la organización de la documentación de los pagos emitidos por el proyecto.
• Revisar informes de gastos de viaje del personal local del proyecto y reportar comentarios a la OM para su revisión.
• Manejo de caja menor
• Mantener discreción y profesionalidad hacia todos los asuntos confidenciales discutidos dentro de la oficina, y que uno podría encontrar en la ejecución de sus funciones.
• Actualizar el calendario del proyecto de SharePoint con los próximos eventos y vacaciones.
• Atender a todos los clientes de la oficina y contestar el teléfono de oficina.
• Cualesquiera otras tareas que pueden ser determinadas por el COP o OM.

Competencias:

• Licenciatura en la administración u otra disciplina relacionada.
• Mínimo dos (2) años de experiencia en la gestión administrativa y / o financiera.
• 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.

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Organization: UN Children’s Fund
Country: Ecuador
Closing date: 04 Sep 2017

Antecedentes:

La Asamblea Nacional del Ecuador constituyó el Grupo Parlamentario por la Garantía de los Derechos de los Niños, Niñas, Adolescentes y Jóvenes (GPDNNAJ) con el objeto de vigilar que en la producción legislativa se observen los principios constitucionales y supranacionales que promueven la protección de los Derechos Humanos, y en particular, de los derechos de las niñas, niños y adolescentes.

UNICEF tiene el mandato de promover la protección de los derechos humanos de la niñez y adolescencia. En este marco, UNICEF presta apoyo a los países para la aplicación efectiva de la Convención sobre los Derechos del Niño. UNICEF viene desarrollando su nuevo programa de cooperación en el Ecuador para el período 2015-2018, el cual tiene los siguientes componentes: 1) Salud y nutrición materna e infantil; 2) Educación inclusiva y equidad; 3) Inclusión social e igualdad; y 4) Protección de la violencia y desarrollo de los adolescentes. Más específicamente, el programa de cooperación ha definido las siguientes prioridades temáticas, sobre la base de los principales desafíos pendientes que presentan los indicadores de los derechos de la niñez y adolescencia: prevenir la violencia hacia la niñez y adolescencia; mejorar el acceso y calidad de la educación rural, intercultural y bilingue; bajar la prevalencia de la desnutrición crónica y obesidad infantil; y prevenir el embarazo adolescente. Se incluyen además dos temáticas transversales: inversión en la niñez y adolescencia, y prevención y preparación para emergencias. A nivel territorial, se han priorizado las provincias de la zona de Frontera Norte (Esmeraldas, Sucumbíos e Imbabura-Carchi) y la zonas de afectación del terremoto de abril 2016.

La Asamblea Nacional y el GPDNNAJ solicitaron la asistencia técnica de UNICEF para que dentro de los procesos de elaboración y aprobación de leyes nacionales se observen los principios y estándares internacionales de los derechos humanos y derechos de la niñez y adolescencia.

En este contexto, el presente Plan Operativo contribuirá directamente a fortalecer las capacidades de asambleístas y asesores en el análisis y aplicación de los estándares internacionales de derechos humanos en los proyectos de ley discutidos.

Las áreas prioritarias para 2017-2018 contiene los siguientes temas específicos:

1. Herramientas para el adecuado análisis del Presupuesto General del Estado, vigilancia de su ejecución en materia de inversión en niñez y adolescencia, y espacios de participación de la sociedad civil y de los NNA en el ciclo presupuestario

2. Documento técnico que sirva de insumo para los debates del Código Orgánico de la Salud

3. Documento técnico que sirva de insumo para los debates sobre las reformas al Código de la Niñez y Adolescencia

4. Documento técnico que sirva de insumo para los debates sobre el Sistema de Protección de derechos

5. Documento técnico que sirva de insumo para los debates sobre la prohibición del castigo corporal

6. Documento técnico que sirva de insumo para los debates sobre la ratificación del Tercer Protocolo Facultativo de la Convención de Derechos del niño

7. Herramientas para el fortalecimiento de capacidades de asambleístas y asesores para la incorporación del enfoque de derechos y de niñez en la técnica legislativa

8. Documento técnico que sirva de insumo para los debates sobre el transporte escolar

9. Coordinación efectiva entre instancias de la Asamblea Nacional y UNICEF para el logro de los objetivos del presente Plan Operativo

Justificación

Para el seguimiento de los compromisos y para mejor responder a las nuevas necesidades de cooperación técnica, que aparezcan en las discusiones de la Asamblea, se considera necesario contratar a un/a profesional de enlace entre UNICEF y los grupos parlamentarios y comisiones de la Asamblea Nacional del Ecuador mencionados en el Plan de Trabajo, además de articular acciones con las otras agencias del sistema ONU que colaboran con la Asamblea (incluyendo en particular ONU Mujeres, UNFPA, PNUD, OACNUDH).

Los objetivos específicos de la consultoría son:

Brindar asistencia técnica para el logro de los resultados y para asegurar la entrega de los «productos específicos con contraparte” del Plan de Trabajo, con calidad y en los tiempos establecidos.

Proveer criterios orientadores para la gestión del Plan de Trabajo, a través de la lectura política adecuada de los procesos de discusión de las leyes priorizadas de la Asamblea que tienen directa relación con el Plan o con temas que involucren a la niñez y adolescencia.

Articular mecanismos adecuados de flujo de información entre las agencias de Naciones Unidas y los Grupos Parlamentarios y Comisiones de la Asamblea mencionados arriba.

Realizar el seguimiento de la implementación de las actividades acordadas entre las partes del Plan de Trabajo.

Contribuir a la mejor integración de las actividades y resultados del Plan de Trabajo y coordinaciones con los demás Grupos Parlamentarios y el trabajo de las demás agencias ONU, a través de establecer mecanismos que mantengan informados a los grupos parlamentarios y comisiones sobre las acciones y compromisos del Plan de Trabajo.

Revisión permanente de la agenda parlamentaria, información oportuna a las agencias de Naciones Unidas sobre este tema y elaboración de notas informativas sobre los principales tópicos.

Productos esperados

Productos

Sub Productos

Fecha de Entrega

Producto 1

Un documento con

a. Plan de trabajo (actividades, tiempos, y resultados) de la consultoría e informe de coordinaciones y hojas de ruta establecidas con: 1) Grupo Parlamentario para la Garantía de Derechos de Niñas, Niños, Adolescentes y Jóvenes; 2) Comisión del Régimen Económico y Tributario; 3) Grupo Parlamentario contra la Pobreza y Desigualdad; 4) Mesa del Decenio Afrodescendiente; 5) Comisión del Derecho a la Salud; 6) Comisión de los Derechos Colectivos, Comunitarios y la Interculturalidad; 7) Comisión de Educación, Cultura y Ciencia, y Tecnología; 8) Escuela Legislativa; 9) demás agencias del sistema ONU.

b. Metodología y estructura de análisis político de coyuntura en la Asamblea Nacional;

c. Primer análisis político de coyuntura en la Asamblea Nacional.

A 1 mes de la firma del contrato

Producto 2

Un documento con

a. Informe de asistencia técnica específica provista para cada producto del POA Asamblea Nacional – UNICEF. El informe deberá contener: avances específicos, retos identificados, acciones tomadas al respecto y recomendaciones sustantivas para UNICEF al respecto;

b. Análisis político de coyuntura en la Asamblea Nacional.

A 2 meses de la firma del contrato

Producto 3

Un documento con

a. Informe de asistencia técnica específica provista para cada producto del POA Asamblea Nacional – UNICEF. El informe deberá contener: avances específicos, retos identificados, acciones tomadas al respecto y recomendaciones sustantivas para UNICEF al respecto;

b. Análisis político de coyuntura en la Asamblea Nacional.

A 3 meses de la firma del contrato

Producto 4

Un documento con

a. Informe de asistencia técnica específica provista para cada producto del POA Asamblea Nacional – UNICEF. El informe deberá contener: avances específicos, retos identificados, acciones tomadas al respecto y recomendaciones sustantivas para UNICEF al respecto;

b. Análisis político de coyuntura en la Asamblea Nacional

c. Propuesta de incidencia legislativa estratégica sobre derechos de la niñez y adolescencia que incluya, por producto:

1. Mapeo de actores clave: nombre, rol, contacto

2. Temas prioritarios por actor clave

3. Identificación de brechas de capacidades, si las hubiese

4. Actividades específicas de UNICEF para abordar las brechas de capacidades

5. Resultados esperados

Esta propuesta será revisada y aprobada por UNICEF.

A 4 meses de la firma del contrato

Producto 5

Un documento con:

a. Informe de asistencia técnica específica provista para cada producto del POA Asamblea Nacional – UNICEF. El informe deberá contener: avances específicos, retos identificados, acciones tomadas al respecto y recomendaciones sustantivas para UNICEF al respecto;

b. Análisis político de coyuntura en la Asamblea Nacional

A 5 meses de la firma del contrato

Producto 6

Informe final de asistencia técnica específica provista para cada producto del POA Asamblea Nacional – UNICEF con resultados finales por producto, incluyendo:

1. Avance o logro específico;

2. Contribución de las actividades de asistencia técnica de UNICE;

3. Lecciones aprendidas;

4. Recomendaciones para la incidencia de UNICEF en la Asamblea Nacional del Ecuador.

Al finalizar el contrato

Perfil del/la consultor/a

Título universitario en ciencias políticas y/o ciencias sociales. Se dará preferencia a profesionales con estudios de post grado en derechos humanos o áreas afines.

Profesional con experiencia (al menos tres años) en proyectos de Ley, y/o coordinación interinstitucional gubernamental.

Profesional con conocimientos y experiencia en análisis y/o aplicación de los estándares de derechos humanos;

Preferentemente: experiencia previa de trabajo con el sistema de Naciones Unidas y/o buenos conocimientos de los mandatos de las agencias mencionadas.

Responsabilidades del/la consultor/a

En coordinación con los asesores designados como contraparte del Plan de Trabajo, identificar y participar en las actividades de los grupos parlamentarios y comisiones referidas en el mismo.

Participar activamente, realizar el seguimiento y facilitar la coordinación e implementación de las actividades específicas acordadas en el Plan de Trabajo, tales como: asesoría de expertos para la incorporación de estándares internacionales de derechos humanos en los proyectos de leyes priorizados; procesos de fortalecimiento de capacidades -incluyendo la coordinación con la Escuela Legislativa-; y demás actividades pertinentes.

Participar en las reuniones periódicas entre UNICEF y el(la) consultor(a)

Comunicar a UNICEF en forma oportuna cualquier información que pueda afectar la implementación del plan de trabajo acordado o que tenga el potencial de aportar al mejor logro de los objetivos de los convenios

Mantener un registro de las actividades realizadas, así como los participantes, los asuntos discutidos y la contribución a los objetivos del Plan de Trabajo

Mantener una relación armoniosa y diplomática con las contrapartes de la Asamblea.

Proponer a UNICEF acciones diferentes o complementarias al plan de trabajo acordado, si contribuyen al mejor logro de sus objetivos.

Forma de pago

El pago se realizará por factura, contra entrega y aceptación de los productos mencionados arriba.

Duración del contrato

6 meses, confecha deinicio lo mas pronto posible

Por favor incluir es su aplicación claramente en el campo solicitado, su propuesta de honorarios y disponibilidad:

Please state your daily fee for the assignment as described in the TOR in USD:*

Please state your overall fee for the whole assignment including all travel cost related and other expenses related to the assignment.*

Please provide the date of your availability (DD/MM/YEAR) to take duties described in the TOR/Vacancy Announcement.*

How to apply:

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 organization. To apply, click on the following link http://www.unicef.org/about/employ/?job=506845

Organization: UN Children’s Fund
Country: Brazil
Closing date: 08 Sep 2017

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 Planning Officer is responsible to provide professional technical assistance and support for programme design, planning and implementation, management of programme/project activities, data analysis and progress reporting. In support of the achievement of programme goals and objectives, based on well-defined equity, gender LGBT sensitive resilience results. Key Accountabilities and Duties & Tasks

1. Programme Development and Management – Participate and provide technical support in programme planning, coordination, management, monitoring of UNICEF Brazil country programme, particularly to bring coherence, synergy and added value to the programming planning and design processes using results-based management and equity approaches to programme design. Internal planning and monitoring tools and methodologies related to the implementation of the Country Programme 1 encompassing Brasilia and the Zone Offices and Territories, are effectively used to ensure on-going quality assurance of Intermediate Results work plans. 2. Knowledge Management for Programmes – Provide technical support to the reporting and knowledge management function of the entire CP. Coordinates the preparation of official documents related to programme planning and monitoring of the CP and ensures compliance with programme policies and management guidance, supporting all Programmes and Projects. Through information and data collection and analysis, completes accurate reporting under the One ERP Performance Management and VISION framework. Coordinate the Information exchange on programme between Brasilia and Zone Offices and Territories, and with the Regional and HQ offices. Develop training and orientation material by providing professional technical assistance. Participate In the preparation of, and making professional contribution to, the preparation of programme reports required by management. Ensure quality and timely project proposal writing and donor reporting for enhanced programme resource mobilization outcomes. 3. Optimum Use Of Programme Funds – Monitors programme implementation progress and compliance. Establishes criteria for funds allocations and monitors the effective allocation and disbursement of programme funds of the entire Country Programme, making sure that funds are properly utilized, monitored and liquidated. Makes appropriate recommendations or taken actions to optimize use of programme funds. 4. Programme Monitoring and Coordination – Monitors and assess programme implementation and recommends required corrective action. Collaborate to carry out a rigorous and transparent approach to programme planning, monitoring and coordinates in the major programme management and coherence, exercises, including with Implementing partners as well as with CP and UNDAF partners, to improve efficiency and quality of programme delivery. Participate in annual sector review meetings with government counterparts. Collaborate and prepare annual programme reports (COAR) in a timely manner, as required. 5. Rights-Based and Results-Based Programme Management Approach – Support rights-based programmes approach in the formulation of programme goals and objectives and development of strategies and implementation frameworks. Collaborate with partners and assist In the strengthening of quality of child rights-based programmes consistent and effective planning, design, implementation, monitoring of programmes and projects. Contribute to coherence , synergy and added value to the programming planning and design processes using a results-based management approach to programme planning and design that contribute effectively to the fulfilment of the rights of children and women, and recommendations on programme, new initiatives and management issues to ensure achievement of stated objectives. 6. National and Local Capacity Building/Sustainability – Provide government authorities with technical assistance and supports in planning and organizing training programmes for the purpose of capacity building and programme sustainability. Promote and maintain the development and reinforcing of the commitment and institutional capacities of the national and local partners by identifying these partners and partnerships and providing continuous support, coordination and collaboration for sustainability and subnational levels. 7. Rights Perspective and Advocacy at the National, Community and Family Levels – Analyze programme related Issues and policies from a children’s and women’s rights perspective and advocate at the national and subnational levels implemented for elevating credibility in national policy debates. Promote the organization goals of UNICEF through active advocacy and communication. 8. Partnership, Coordination and Collaboration – Facilitate partnership and collaboration with internal and external counterparts, including those of the UN and national partners, in order to improve the ability to collect and disseminate development data and information, exchange information on programme/project status. Collaborate with the Operations Section to establish and maintain sound internal controls supportive of programming endeavors and to coordinate financial and supply management requirements and accountability. Approve allocation and disbursement of funds ensuring they are properly implemented national and subnational levels, monitored and liquidated in accordance with the programme budget allotments (PBA). Maintain close collaboration with Regional and HQ Officers for overall programme planning, policy and management coordination. Provide professional support in provision of technical advice, negotiation, advocacy and promotion of area/country level goals, leading to agreement on practicable and priority actions to be supported by UNICEF Country programme. Qualifications of Successful Candidate Education – First level university degree (Bachelor or equivalent) in Social Sciences, International Relations, Government, Public Administration, Public Policy, Social Policy, Social Development, Community Development, or other relevant disciplines, with specialized training in planning and programme/project management. Experience – A minimum of two (2) years of professional progressive work experience in at the national and/or international levels in Planning and Programme/Project Management is required, preferably in accordance with UNOG guidelines. – Additional years of experience in the above mentioned fields is considered an asset. – Previous work experience at supervisory/ managerial level is considered desirable. – Previous work experience at UN is an asset. Language – Fluency in Portuguese and English is required. Knowledge of an additional UN Language (Arabic, Chinese, Russian, Spanish) is considered an asset.

Competencies of Successful Candidate

Core Values

Commitment

Diversity and Inclusion

Integrity

Core competencies

Drive for Results (II)

Communication (I)

Working with People (I)

Functional competencies

Formulating strategies and concepts (I)

Analysing (I)

Applying Technical Expertise (I)

Planning and Organizing (II)

To view our competency framework, please click here.

Note: This is a re-advertisement. Previous applicants need not reapply as their original application will be duly considered.In relation, please note that all candidates who wish to apply to this Vacancy Announcement are requested to prepare and submit their respected UNICEF applications in English language.

Please note that this Vacancy Announcement is open for competition to Brazilian nationals only.

In relation, please note that all candidates who wish to apply to this Vacancy Announcement are requested to prepare and submit their respected UNICEF applications in English language.

UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce and encourages qualified female and male candidates from all religious and ethnic backgrounds, representing the diversity of Brazil, such as black and indigenous people, to apply to become a part of our organization. Candidates will be treated equally regardless of gender, sexual orientation, special needs, social and HIV/aids status. UNICEF is a smoke-free environment.

How to apply:

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 organization. To apply, click on the following link http://www.unicef.org/about/employ/?job=504423

Organization: Habitat for Humanity
Country: Costa Rica
Closing date: 30 Sep 2017

Habitat for Humanity International (HFHI) is currently seeking a talented professional for the role of a Associate Director of Finance based in San Jose, Costa Rica. This position plays a key role in the leadership of Finance Staff, the submission of regular financial reports, the implementation of good internal controls and the implementation of HQ initiatives in National organizations in Latin America and the Caribbean.

Key Responsibilities:

• :Lead in the overall strengthening of Area Office, National Organizations and Branches financial management.
• Provide appropriate leadership to Finance Staff at LAC Area Office.
• Promote Gr ant Management in the Area, by ensure implementation of accounting practices for LAC NO’s new and variable needs (USAID Funding & reporting; Government subsidies; FOI Donors; Institutional Grants; Etc.).
• Facilitate coordination with other departments at the Area Office, for regular or new process to implement at the National Organizations and Branches as well as implementing partners.
• Review and submit to Area Departments/HQ Management & Donors, regular financial reports on approved frequency (Monthly/Quarterly/Yearly) and as needed.
• Provide value added services of Financial Analysis to National Organizations & Branches, not only for existing Process (Financial Indicators, Financial Plans, Financial Forecasts; Business Modeling; Long Term Sustainability Analysis; etc.) but also with other new approaches or methodologies that might be required or applicable.
• Promote HFH Christian Principles and values within his/her team operations.
• Facilitate identification & the development and Promote at the Area Office, National Organizations and Branches , the implement standard operating policies and procedures to ensure compliance with HFH global policies and local laws.
• Identify areas of financial and administrative strength and develop best practices.
• Develop, promote & Implement processes for a collaborative work with Partners in Mission Implementation, including projects funded through Grants or FOI Donors/Social Investors.
• Supervise and ensure implementation of HFHI IT Systems in compliance with IT Policies and procedures.

Key Requirements:

• A demonstrated knowledge of Finance, accounting and internal controls.
• Strong Grant Management, including Proposal Development, Project Implementation & Financial reporting, especially IDB, USAID and/or EU grants.
• Strong organizational skills with ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong analytical skills. Ability to work and interpret numbers, figures and other financial information.
• Strong Communication skills – both oral and written.
• Ability to work in cross-cultural environments.
• Ability to work as a team member.
• Fluency in English and Spanish.

How to apply:

To be considered for this opportunity, please be sure to apply directly at: https://www.habitat.org/about/careers/lac-associate-director-finance

Organization: Asylum Access
Country: Malaysia, Mexico, United States of America
Closing date: 30 Sep 2017

About Asylum Access

Asylum Access is a leading refugee rights organization headquartered in Oakland, CA with operations in six countries across Africa, Asia, and Latin America. Asylum Access is the only international organization working to make refugee rights a reality in first countries of refuge. Our unique combination of five integrated strategies provides grassroots assistance and changes the legal landscape for refugees and their host communities. By helping refugees assert their rights, we are putting power back into their hands. Our work transforms the traditional approach of endless humanitarian hand outs to a sustainable solution that gives refugees the tools to provide for themselves and make choices about their own lives. Asylum Access envisions a world where refugees are seen as people with rights, not just people with needs. Asylum Access believes that by empowering refugees to assert their human rights, we can create effective, lasting solutions for refugees around the world.

Department Description

The Global Programs Team (GPT) consists of three programs staff: Global Programs Director, Global Learning and Strategy Lead, and Global Legal Services and Empowerment Lead. Together, the team provides programmatic oversight and technical assistance to national-level programming, including our National Offices, the Volunteer Advocate Program, Asylum Access Global Services and the Refugee Rights Toolkit. The team is geographically disbursed.

Position Location

This position may be filled in either Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia; Mexico City, Mexico; or Oakland, United States of America. Within your application, please specify your preference(s).

Position Description

The Global Programs Director is a key member of Asylum Access’s Global Leadership Team (GLT), serving as our strategic programmatic advisor and leader on refugee rights interventions at the national level and through global programs. The Global Programs Director is directly responsible for ensuring Asylum Access programs are strategically aimed at impact, and for devising and implementing strategies that replicate Asylum Access’s unique approach to refugee response. The Global Programs Director is expected to have a significant level of knowledge and experience in direct refugee rights programming and a high level of comfort with people and project management. The Global Programs Director must also be able to think strategically about potential innovations of program design from an organization-wide perspective, offering recommendations for the new programs and strategies where appropriate. The Global Programs Director reports to the Deputy Director.

Key Responsibilities:

The duties of the role include but not limited to,

Programmatic Strategist and Leader (30%)

• Lead in program innovation and strategy to develop new programs and advise on high-level improvements of ongoing programs, particularly pertaining to legal empowerment and policy change at national and global levels

• Oversee provision of technical support and guidance to national staff and organizational partners core programmatic priorities to ensure progress towards organizational mission

• Oversee national-level and global program plans to ensure they are strategic in nature and centered on impact-focused activities with a growth mindset for the organization

• Serve on Global Leadership Team, reflecting on the overall strategic direction of the organization’s programs and operations

• Represent the organization in key external arenas as a leader in refugee rights programming

• Hire, manage, and where appropriate mentor a three-person programs team plus volunteers and interns, tasked primarily with support initiatives below

Asylum Access Global Services (AAGS) Strategist and Leader (AAGS) (20%)

• Serve as primary strategist and architect for AAGS, the Asylum Access scaling methodology

• Generate new partners and manage on going partnerships by marketing AAGS in key spaces, identifying new partners, developing marketing materials, proposals and concept notes as needed, and designing and overseeing implementation of program plans

• Liaise with communications department to ensure AAGS materials and the Refugee Rights Toolkit is marketed to increase the reputation of the organization as refugee rights leaders globally

• Liaise with national teams to develop and implement AAGS strategies at regional levels in Latin America, East Africa, and South East Asia

• Oversee continued development and use of the Refugee Rights Toolkit, including improving quality and marketability of online content and mentorship program

Technical Assistance Oversight and Coordination (20%)

• Prioritize, organize and track annual provision of programmatic technical assistance to overseas offices by overseeing, managing and coaching the GPT, and where appropriate, provide technical assistance directly

• Communicate technical assistance agenda to Global Leadership Team (GLT) in order to promote accountability between Asylum Access Headquarters and national operations

Oversight of Global Programs Team Activities (20%)

• Oversee annual program planning cycle with our global programmatic leaders, promoting accountability to our clients and donors and effectuating impact

• Provide oversight to the development, implementation, and improvement of monitoring and evaluation mechanisms for all national-level programs and all programs overseen by the GPT

• Oversee the development of case and program management tools adequately support quality programs and adequate collect information for learning, communications and fundraising purposes; where necessary to build, deploy or iterate upon management tools e.g. client database

• Oversee programmatic strategy development, planning and implementation for the Volunteer Advocate (VA) program, providing direction to VA program work plans and training and volunteer management tools

• Liaise with human resources and communications teams to ensure continually improved and innovative recruitment and advertising techniques for the Volunteer Advocate Program

Support Fundraising and Reputation Building Efforts (10%)

• Review and approve major grant applications to ensure alignment with internal program plan

• Serve as relationship owner for key institutional and individual donors; represent the organization’s interests in order to cultivate and steward donors

Required Qualifications

• Law degree or degree in human rights

• Experience with direct refugee rights empowerment programming in Asia, Africa and/or Latin America

• Candidate should have demonstrated experience working in a multicultural environment managing a diverse workforce/multicultural team members

• Experience in complex project management

• Experience with donor management and grant construction or review

• Basic working knowledge of Gmail, Google Drive, Ms. Office and related tools (Docs, Sheets, etc.)

• Strong skills in diplomacy and persuasive communication

• Strong cross-cultural communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Fluency in Spanish and English

• Experience with direct government advocacy

• Experience with building partnerships with outside parties

• Experience working in the Middle East

• Experience in communications and digital marketing

• Experience building training or educational modules for impacted communities and professionals alike

• Experience developing and/or implementing grassroots organizing and community advocacy **

How to apply:

**How to apply

• Interested candidates can send in their resume and cover letter to Nivetha Krishnan at apply@asylumaccess.org with subject line “Global Programs Director”.

• Please specify your location preference on the cover letter.

• Asylum Access is unable to provide US visa sponsorship for this position. Applicants will be considered on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Applicants in need of accommodation during the interview can contact HR – apply@asylumaccess.org

Asylum Access is an equal opportunity employer

Organization: Habitat for Humanity
Country: Costa Rica
Closing date: 30 Sep 2017

Habitat for Humanity International (HFHI) is currently seeking a talented professional for the role of a Finance Manager. This position plays a key role in the finance monitoring and support to the NO’s, as well as in the submission of regular financial reports to evaluate the level of compliance about HFHI financial policies and initiatives. This position will be based in San Jose, Costa Rica.

Key Responsibilities:

• Determines and follows up with national accountants the level of quality and reliability of National Organizations monthly financial databases.
• Works closely with several staff of other Departments by providing accounting/financial information and actively participating in the yearly operational budget approval process.
• Suggests and coordinates the implementation of different projects such as new accounting treatment at the national program level (fund accounting, accounting for subsidies, improving cost structure of new products and services offered by national organizations, standardizing databases following HQ requirements, etc).
• Provides financial/administrative advisory services to national boards, national directors and other interested parties.
• Works with national accountants to follow up on action plans related to internal and external audits.
• Monitor and provide advice to management to minimize risk resulting from poor internal controls.
• Conduct reviews of internal controls in National Organizations and Branches and support them in their review of their affiliates or other regional offices.
• Perform follow-ups to ensure that audit recommendations have been implemented.
• Develop/adapt trainings plans for NO/Branches in streamlining the overall financial management including internal Controls.
• Follow up that all National Organizations conduct annual external audit based on HQ regulations, including presenting Action Plan with Audit Report and follow up implementation.

Key Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree.
• Minimum 5 years of financial management and monitoring.
• Fluency in English and Spanish.
• Outstanding communication skills.
• Computer literacy: MS Office, Sun System, Visio.
• Strong accounting knowledge, result and teamwork oriented, self organized and problem solving.

Preferred:

• CPA preferred.

How to apply:

To be considered for this opportunity, please be sure to apply directly at: https://www.habitat.org/about/careers/finance-manager-lac

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Challenge Nicaragua is the poorest country in Central America with gross national income (GNI) per capita of US$1,940 (2015). Decades of civil conflict and a series of catastrophic natural disasters have left the country lagging behind most of its neighbors in terms of economic and social indicators. Despite notable progress in poverty reduction over the last decade, much work remains, as 29.6 percent of the country’s more than six million inhabitants live in poverty; 8.3 percent in extreme poverty. Most of the poor live in rural areas, often in remote communities where access to basic services is still constrained by very limited infrastructure. Social and basic service indicators in the rural Atlantic coastal regions are significantly lower than in the rest of the country, disproportionately impacting indigenous and Afro-descendant populations. Though economic growth has been stronger than average for the Region and prudent macroeconomic management has underpinned the country’s solid economic performance, key challenges remain in reducing vulnerabilities and increasing productivity. Nicaragua ranks among the most vulnerable in terms of natural disasters and extreme climate; other major vulnerabilities include dependence on oil imports, concentration of food exports to limited countries, and the drought affecting Central America. Given the country’s low level of per capita income, higher growth rates are necessary to further reduce poverty and boost shared prosperity. Furthermore, aggregate productivity has been declining over the last decade, constraining Nicaragua’s ability to move to a higher growth equilibrium and requiring additional efforts to improve productivity. Approach Against this backdrop, the WBG approach in Nicaragua has focused on improving the delivery of basic services and strengthening competitiveness as a means to accelerate income growth. The IDA (International Development Association) lending program has helped Nicaragua raise welfare by improving access to quality basic services through scaling up of new service delivery models in health, education, social protection, and water & sanitation, particularly in areas where Nicaragua faces significant challenges linked to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The WBG program also seeks to raise incomes by enhancing competitiveness and diversifying exports, deepening the impact of programs in rural infrastructure, and incorporating a focus on productivity into land and small & medium enterprise (SME) administration, as well as by ensuring greater synergies with International Finance Corporation (IFC) and Multilateral Investment Guarantee Agency (MIGA) engagements in agribusiness, and in the energy and financial sectors. The WBG program also incorporates a focus on mainstreaming issues related to gender, indigenous peoples, disaster risk mitigation and climate adaptation. IDA Program Results Enhanced health services in rural and indigenous territories: Through “casas maternas,” a component of the Improving Community and Family Health Care Services Project, maternal and infant health has improved: from 2012 to 2015, the percentage of pregnant women receiving four prenatal controls increased from 50 to 73; institutional deliveries increased from 72 percent to 87 percent; and the percentage of children under age one immunized with the Pentavalent vaccine increased from 88 to 98 in targeted municipal health networks.                                                           Increased access to water & sanitation: From 2009 to 2015, over 168,000 beneficiaries of the Greater Managua Water and Sanitation (PRASMA) Project gained access to reliable water supply (16 hours per day) in urban areas, and more than 62,000 beneficiaries gained access to sanitation services. In rural areas, from 2008 to 2015, more than 68,000 beneficiaries from the Rural Water Supply and Sanitation Project (PRASNICA) gained access to water supply and sanitation services (of which 44,000 were in indigenous territories); and by the end of the period, women were serving as presidents or treasurers in 70 percent of the Water & Sanitation Committees involved. Land rights have been strengthened, benefitting 15 of Nicaragua’s 21 indigenous territories in the historically marginalized Atlantic regions. From 2005 to 2013, through the Land Administration Project (PRODEP), over 104,000 people from 214 communities in five major ethnic groups benefited; 18 percent of the national territory was registered and titled with support of the project. Improving roads sustainably: Through the Rural Roads Infrastructure Improvement Project, a successful, scalable model for investment and maintenance of rural roads has been implemented through the development of “módulos comunitarios de adoquines” or community participation associations focused on road construction with locally-made blocks that allow for faster, more sustainable road works while creating jobs for vulnerable communities. From 2012 to 2015, four-hundred and ten kilometers of rural roads were constructed, more than 280 Community Modules for Adoquines created, generating short-term employment for over 900 people, of which 34 percent were women. Overall, more than 9,000 short-term jobs were created, providing people with skills and the ability to look for future employment. In addition, 52 micro-enterprises were established to carry out routine maintenance of 3,200 km of rural roads. Enhanced agricultural productivity through technology adoption: With support from the Second Agricultural Technology Project, between 2005 and 2014, more than 33,000 producers adopted at least two new production and/or processing technologies; over 3,000 producers were trained in food processing, business administration and marketing; and more than 1,400 producers from 30 cooperatives produced certified seeds of basic grains. Overall, productivity indices of participating farmers (25 percent of which were women) increased an average of 16 percent, and crop production increased from 1,800 to 4,728 metric tons. Bank Group Contribution As of June 2017, the IDA portfolio in Nicaragua reached US$560.82 million in net commitments,  focusing on the sectors of water & sanitation, health, education, food security, disaster risk management, land administration, roads infrastructure and connectivity, social protection, and public financial management. From 2012 to 2016, IFC’s investments in Nicaragua have grown from 11 projects totaling US$166.9 million, to approximately US$279.4 million, including advisory services and investment projects in agribusiness (coffee, sugar, forestry), the financial sector, mining and energy (geothermal). MIGA’s guarantees more than doubled in the same period, from US$34.9 million to US$76 million, focusing on the renewable energy sector. Partners Implementation of the WBG program has benefited from an efficient division of labor among key development partners, as well as more coordinated programs among donors. Key WBG partnerships in Nicaragua, including through trust funds, are featured in: (i) the education sector, with the European Union (EU) and Global Program for Education; (ii) public financial management, with the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) and EU; (iii) the water & sanitation sector, with Switzerland and Spain; (iv) roads and transport, with Japan; and (v) agriculture, with the Global Agricultural and Food Security Program (GAFSP) and Canadian International Development Agency (CIDA). In a recent example of collaboration, the IFC and GAFSP, together with the IDB and private firms, provided a US$30 million package of financing to farmers for the renovation of over 5,000 hectares of coffee plantations affected by coffee rust disease in Nicaragua – in this way helping the country mitigate climate change by deploying a scalable model of climate-smart renovation that can be replicated by other countries and coffee traders. Moving Forward Given the satisfactory pace of implementation, the priorities of the WBG program remain relevant and aligned to the Government’s priorities. Over the coming period, the WBG will continue to leverage its products and services to complement IDA resources and help mobilize other development financing related to the two pillars of the Country Partnership Framework:  i) improving access to quality basic services; and ii) increasing competitiveness and productivity. In particular, it will focus on building scalable programs that can attract additional resources and closely coordinate IDA, IFC and MIGA interventions, while continuing to deepen the focus on mainstreaming gender and indigenous peoples’ issues. IDA and IFC will also jointly support Nicaragua in its effort to unlock geothermal potential by mitigating risks associated with the exploration phase and helping to leverage financing for geothermal development through public private partnerships. IFC will continue its program of credit lines in the trade sector, agribusiness-finance and SME lending, while looking for opportunities in other sectors, such as higher education, where IFC can complement IDA work. MIGA will also be open to opportunities to support foreign investments in the financial sector. Beneficiaries In Water & Sanitation:   "I used to go every day at this time to my mother’s house, about 400 meters from here, to get water and use her bathroom," Jacqueline recalls. Her home is one of the 125 houses in this rural town that now has water connections. "The families are happy because they have sinks, showers and toilets" explains Angela Durand, a neighbor who coordinates the local Water & Sanitation Committee. Besides the work the Committee has done in the neighborhood, Angela is proud that the organization includes and respects local women. "Women are organized and have the capacity to manage projects and communities as well as their homes" she says. http://www.worldbank.org/en/news/feature/2013/01/22/agua-saneamiento-comunidades-rurales Key Words Learn More Links to key related sites The web site of the World Bank for Nicaragua (www.worldbank.org/ni) offers in-depth information on all projects and programs in the country. Links to partner websites –        Government of Nicaragua –        Ministry of Finance  –        European Union Delegation in Nicaragua Multimedia VIDEO: Escuela de valores, muchos pasos hacia adelante VIDEO: Consejeros, transformando vidas en Nicaragua VIDEO: Los adoquines: un camino para terminar con la pobreza de Nicaragua – World Bank – BLOG: Going the last mile in Nicaragua: local communities pave the road to end poverty – Stephen Muzira, World Bank – BLOG: In Nicaragua, rural communities obtain visible results in access to water and sanitation    

Cada día usamos las redes sociales para intercambiar mensajes, noticias, fotos, vídeos. ¿Por qué no usarlas también para compartir recomendaciones de salud? En México, donde uno de cada tres niños o adolescentes tiene sobrepeso o sufre obesidad, cualquier medio es útil para llegar al objetivo: tener chicos más sanos y mejor alimentados. Las enfermedades derivadas de la obesidad en la infancia o la adolescencia están asociadas a problemas como la artrosis, cardiopatías y la diabetes. Esta última es la principal causa de muerte en México y uno de los males que afecta a la población mundial; tan solo en América Latina uno de cada 10 adultos ya la padecen. En Elegir mejor para comer más sano, la tecnología y la salud van de la mano. Esta iniciativa piloto desarrollada en escuelas primarias de Guadalajara, en el oeste de México, los chats de WhatsApp y las pláticas introductorias fueron las herramientas principales para informar y dialogar con los padres de familia sobre las consecuencias de la obesidad y la importancia y necesidad de una adecuada alimentación. La idea fue promover una cultura alimenticia con valor nutricional, a bajos costos, con ingredientes accesibles para todos y basándose en platillos tradicionales de la localidad. De modo que fuera más factible preparar los alimentos y mejorar así la comida diaria de los participantes modificando sus hábitos alimenticios. Una de las principales causas de la obesidad es la alimentación inadecuada y la falta de hábitos alimenticios sanos. En parte estos hábitos se transmiten de padres a hijos, por ello la relevancia en este programa de promover la información nutricional y los talleres con los padres y madres de familia de los colegios participantes para desde ahí lograr el cambio en la alimentación de los hogares.  

WASHINGTON DC, August 16, 2017 – World Bank Group President Jim Yong Kim arrives in Buenos Aires Thursday for a two-day visit to discuss Argentina’s development agenda and economic reforms, and to reaffirm the institution’s support to reduce poverty and inequality in the country. Kim will meet with President Mauricio Macri, Finance Minister Luis Caputo, several other members of the President’s cabinet, private sector leaders, and congressional representatives  to discuss opportunities to invest in infrastructure and human capital to increase the country’s competitiveness and job creation. “I look forward to visiting Argentina at this crucial time of economic change,” World Bank Group President Jim Yong Kim said. “In a country with so much promise and potential, it is critical to keep working to boost growth and investment, while increasing efforts to reduce poverty and inequality.” Together with the Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation Lino Barañao, Kim will participate in a forum on Investing in the Future of Work. This event will examine technological change and how best to prepare people for the jobs of the future, bringing together students, entrepreneurs and opinion leaders. Other topics to be addressed include the upcoming World Trade Organization (WTO) Ministerial Conference in Buenos Aires in December, and Argentina’s Presidency of the G20 next year. The World Bank Group is working with Argentina in key areas such as renewable energy, agriculture, human development,  the environment, infrastructure, and private sector development. Biography World Bank Group President, Jim Yong Kim: http://president.worldbankgroup.org/ ———————-   Learn more about the work of the World Bank in Argentina: http://www.worldbank.org/en/country/argentina Visit us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BancoMundialArgentina/ Be updated via Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/BancoMundialLAC For our YouTube channel: http://www.youtube.com/BancoMundialLAC

CIUDAD DE WASHINGTON, 16 de agosto de 2017.- El presidente del Grupo Banco Mundial, Jim Yong Kim, llegará el jueves a Buenos Aires en una visita de dos días para discutir la agenda de desarrollo y las reformas económicas que ha implementado Argentina, y para reiterar el apoyo de la institución al país en la reducción de la pobreza y la desigualdad. Kim se reunirá con el presidente Mauricio Macri, el ministro de Finanzas, Luis Caputo, otros miembros del gabinete presidencial, líderes del sector privado y miembros del Congreso, a fin de discutir sobre oportunidades para invertir en infraestructura y capital humano con el propósito de incrementar la competitividad del país e impulsar la creación de empleos. “Estoy muy entusiasmado de visitar Argentina en este momento crucial de transformación económica”, dijo el presidente del Grupo Banco Mundial, Jim Yong Kim. “En un país tan prometedor y con tanto potencial, es vital continuar trabajando para fomentar el crecimiento y la inversión, y a la vez incrementar los esfuerzos para reducir la pobreza y la desigualdad”. Junto con el ministro de Ciencia, Tecnología e Innovación Productiva, Lino Barañao, el presidente Kim participará en el foro titulado "Invirtiendo en los Empleos del Futuro". En este evento, que reunirá a estudiantes, emprendedores y líderes de opinión, se examinará el cambio tecnológico y la forma más adecuada para preparar a las personas para los empleos del futuro. También se tratarán temas como la próxima Conferencia Ministerial de la Organización Mundial del Comercio (OMC), a realizarse en diciembre en Buenos Aires, y la presidencia del G-20, que Argentina ocupará el año próximo. El Grupo Banco Mundial trabaja con el país en diversas áreas clave, tales como energías renovables, agricultura, desarrollo humano, medio ambiente, infraestructura y desarrollo del sector privado. Biografía del presidente del Banco Mundial, Jim Yong Kim: http://presidente.grupobancomundial.org/ ———————-   Para conocer el trabajo del Banco Mundial en Argentina visite: http://www.bancomundial.org/es/country/argentina Visítenos en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BancoMundialArgentina/ Manténgase informado via Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/BancoMundialLAC Nuestro canal de YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/BancoMundialLAC  

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