Empleo

Organization: European Forest Institute
Country: Spain
Closing date: 14 Aug 2017

Natural Resources / Forest Governance Practitioner at the EFI Barcelona Office, Spain

30.06.2017

The European Forest Institute (EFI) is an international organisation with 27 member countries and 120 member organisations. EFI headquarters is located in Finland with several offices across Europe that focus on forest policy and research support at pan European and global levels. EFI hosts the EU FLEGT and REDD Facilities whose aim is to improve forest and land use governance, promote the legal trade in timber, and address the underlying causes of illegal logging and deforestation. The Facilities are based in Barcelona, Spain with project offices in Asia and presence in Latin America and Africa. Further information about the EU FLEGT and REDD Facilities are available at www.euflegt.efi.int and www.euredd.efi.int.

The EU FLEGT Facility is part of a global effort to address illegal logging that provides strategic and technical support to the European Union (EU), EU Member States, and timber-producing countries to help advance the implementation of the EU Forest Law Enforcement Governance and Trade (FLEGT) Action Plan. The Facility does this mainly through (1) the negotiation and implementation of bilateral trade agreements to improve forest governance between producer countries, and the EU; (2) dialogue with other consumer markets such as China; and (3) regionally focused initiatives to advance forest governance objectives.

EFI is seeking a Natural Resources / Forest Governance Practitioner to join its FLEGT team to advance forest governance in Central Africa. Our work involves supporting and strengthening:

• Stakeholder inclusion and participatory decision making.
• Institutional reform and change management processes.
• System development and design.
• Supply chain control.
• Legislative and policy reform.
• Capacity development of diverse stakeholders.
• Forest sector accountability, transparency, and enforcement processes.
• Effective coordination mechanisms.

Tasks and responsibilities

• The Practitioner will provide technical as well as strategic advice and support processes and activities in Central and West Africa. The Practitioner will:
• Lead the facility work in several Congo Basin countries, including managing multiple projects and contracts, and supporting national and bilateral processes.
• Engage, guide and share lessons with national stakeholders related to addressing forest governance challenges and drivers of deforestation, increasing transparency, strengthening legal and regulatory frameworks, and implementing institutional enhancements.
• Assist countries in their development and implementation of systems to increase accountability, control timber origin and legality along the timber supply chain, implement institutional and policy reform, and structure stakeholder inclusion in sector reform processes.
• Assist the EU in their dialogue with timber producing countries to improve forest governance, in particular in negotiating and implementing Voluntary Partnership Agreements.
• Contribute to FLEGT regional and global activities, including dialogue with regional organisations and initiatives.

Qualifications

• MSc/MA or equivalent in experience in natural resource management, political science, organisational management, economics, forestry, or a related and suitable field.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant work experience in organisational management, forestry, public administration, natural resources management, extractive industries and related trade, development cooperation or related field.
• Professional proficiency in written and spoken French and English. Proficiency in Spanish is an asset.

Experience

• Leadership, capacity for initiative and track record of creative, structured and strategic thinking and pragmatic problem-solving.
• Understanding of how to affect change in institutional settings.
• Familiarity with control and enforcement systems, quality management or system auditing.
• Understanding of socio-political and cultural context of natural resources management and land-use governance in the tropics, preferably West or Central Africa.
• Demonstrated ability of working in multi-disciplinary teams on complex and politically sensitive issues with governments, industry, NGOs or communities.
• Excellent communication and networking skills, solid writing, reporting and presentation skills.

How to apply:

Duty station and travel

The position will be based at the Facility’s office in Barcelona, Spain, with frequent travel to Africa and within Europe.

Employment conditions

The Practitioner will be an EFI staff member. The initial duration of employment will be two years including a six-month probation period. EFI offers a competitive benefits and salary package.

Interested candidates are requested to send (in English) a CV including copies of academic degree certificates / diplomas with a motivation letter by 14th August 2017, using our online application form. If you are not able to apply online, please send your application to efi.hr@efi.int.

For more information about the position, please contact Lea Turunen at lea.turunen @ efi.int.

EFI is an equal opportunity employer. All applications will be treated confidentially.

Please note that only candidates who have been shortlisted for interview will be contacted.

Organization: Save the Children – España
Country: Spain
Closing date: 16 Jul 2017

En Save the Children España buscamos un Técnico/a en Igualdad de Género para nuestros Programas Internacionales que pueda ayudarnos a asegurar la calidad de programas desarrollando procedimientos, políticas y evidencias en el ámbito de Igualdad de Género de nuestros Programas Internacionales, asegurando coherencia de enfoques y sinergias en Save the Children.

La fecha límite para la recepción de las candidaturas es el 17 de Julio.

How to apply:

Para más información sobre la vacante:
http://bit.ly/2uhs72f

Organization: Acción contra el Hambre España
Country: Spain
Closing date: 21 Jul 2017

¿Te apasiona el mundo de los Recursos Humanos? ¿Tienes experiencia en selección? ¿Conoces el funcionamiento de las licitaciones internacionales y las Asistencias técnicas? ¿Eres una persona entusiasta, orientada a resultados y a la que le gusta un entorno de trabajo internacional?

Sí tus respuestas son SI, este es tu nuevo reto profesional.

Te invitamos a unirte a un equipo de Recursos Humanos muy talentoso, que comparten la pasión por las personas e implementan multiplicidad de proyectos retadores en más de 15 países.

Te contamos sobre la organización:

Acción contra el Hambre es una organización internacional no gubernamental, privada, apolítica, aconfesional y no lucrativa, creada en 1979 para intervenir en todo el mundo. Su vocación es luchar contra el hambre, la miseria y las situaciones de peligro que amenazan a hombres, mujeres y niños indefensos. Actualmente 500 cooperantes y más de 5.000 trabajadores locales trabajan en la Red Internacional Acción contra el Hambre en más de cuarenta países en torno a cuatro ejes de intervención: nutrición, salud, seguridad alimentaria y agua y saneamiento.

¿Cuáles serían los objetivos de tu puesto?

Bajo la supervisión del Responsable de Selección, el Técnico de Selección Consultorías y Asistencias Técnicas apoyará en todas las tareas relacionadas con la identificación y validación de personal interno y externo de Acción contra el Hambre, tanto de sede como terreno, para participación en contratos de consultorías y asistencias técnicas.

El Técnico de Selección Asistencias Técnica se integrará en el grupo de trabajo de Asistencia Técnica y reportará al Grupo los avances realizados en el desempeño de su puesto.

El puesto de Técnico de Consultoría y Asistencia Técnica tiene tres objetivos principales:

1. Participación en la Definición, Creación y Mantenimiento de un vivero de expertos de Asistencia Técnica

· Colaborar en la definición de los parámetros e información necesaria que debe contener la base de datos de expertos para que ésta sea una herramienta viva y útil para el grupo de Asistencias Técnicas

· Organizar y participar en el desarrollo de la base de datos de expertos de Asistencia Técnica, su limpieza y alimentación y su inclusión en la herramienta HRIS de la organización.

· Identificación de candidatos potenciales. En base a los perfiles definidos por el Grupo de Trabajo, el Técnico de Selección trabajará con las herramientas disponibles de la organización (HRIS) para la identificación de personal, empleados y externos, candidato a participar en proyectos de consultoría y asistencia técnica.

2. Validación inicial de candidatos para el pool de expertos

· Una vez identificados los perfiles en nuestra base de datos de personal interno como externo, el/la técnico de Selección validará inicialmente a las personas candidatas.

· La validación se llevará a cabo mediante entrevistas presenciales o telefónicas/Skype en las cuales el/la técnico confirmará el interés de dicha persona, asegurará que la información en nuestra base de datos está actualizada y es completa, mejorando asimismo los CV a fin de sacarles el máximo partido.

3. Apoyo a RRHH en las oportunidades de Asistencia Técnica

· El Técnico de Selección apoyará al departamento de RRHH durante la presentación de oportunidades de AT, identificando candidatos para las propuestas y apoyando en la redacción de CV y resúmenes.

¿Qué perfil tienes que tener?

· Experiencia previa mínima de 2 años.

· Experiencia previa en un puesto similar de RRHH en el área de selección.

· Experiencia previa en la creación, alimentación y actualización de una base de datos de RRHH.

· Valorable formación en ciencias sociales, ingeniería organizativa o Administración de empresas

· Valorable experiencia en presentación y gestión de licitaciones/proyectos internacionales en los últimos años

· Valorable experiencia en consultoría y asesorías técnicas

· Valorable experiencia previa en Acción contra el Hambre

· Español, inglés y francés imprescindible

· Dominio del Office. Alto nivel en gestión y manejo de bases de datos

SE OFRECE

· Integración en una organización dinámica, de reconocido prestigio profesional con proyección internacional.

· Contrato por obra: 4 meses

· Remuneración: entre 21.500€ -24.500 € brutos anuales.

· 25 días laborables de vacaciones anuales (proporcional al tiempo trabajado).

· Tickets restaurante.

Plazo máximo de recepción de candidaturas: viernes 28 de julio 2017

How to apply:

Sólo se consideraran las candidaturas recibidas a través de nuestro servicio on-line. Por favor haz click en el link siguiente para acceder al servicio

https://employ.acf-e.org/

Nota.- Dada la urgencia en este puesto, la vacante puede cerrarse antes de la fecha prevista. Para más información sobre este puesto, consulte nuestra página Web www.accioncontraelhambre.org en caso de no encontrarla aquí publicada se entiende que el proceso de selección ha sido cerrado.

Organization: Management Systems International
Country: Colombia
Closing date: 31 Jul 2017

Procurement Specialist, USAID/OTI Transforma Project, 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.

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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 conducts all procurement related to the activities, ensures compliance with USAID and MSI policies and procedures, sources and monitors subcontractors’ and vendors’ contractual compliance, and coordinates procurement actions as outlined in MSI’s Procurement Field Guide. S/he assists with budget development for new activities and coordinates with the field teams on delivery of procured goods and services. S/he works closely with the finance team to ensure timely payments. This position also provides M&E support on an ongoing basis.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate with field teams and grants specialists on item specification and budget.
• Perform market research to find item specifications and appropriate vendors.
• Initiate activity procurements as outlined in the Activity Manual Addendum, the Activity Cycle Flowchart and Field Procurement Guide.
• Coordinate the implementation of contracts/procurement procedures, participate in bid-openings and technical and cost evaluations, and perform due diligence for awarded procurements.
• Track goods procured in the project inventory, documenting acquisition and distribution of all goods/services according to established USAID’s Office of Transition Initiatives (OTI) and MSI policies.
• Travel to project sites when necessary to monitor delivery of procured goods to grantees and inspect quality of goods acquired.
• Monitor contracts and purchase orders issued to vendors and follow up as necessary to ensure compliance to terms and conditions.
• Contact all contractors and vendors on invoice or deliverable due dates to confirm submission of contractually-mandated payment documents.
• Work with the finance and administration manager to identify purchase orders that may require modifications or cancellation due to financial or administrative non-compliance.
• Alert the finance and administration manager in the event of missed deadlines or deliverables on the part of vendors.
• M ainta in the overall integrity of the procurement f iling system.
• Support M&E officer with data collection, as needed, and with contributions to the final evaluation reports.
• Close out each purchase order once completed, according to established policies and procedures.
• Work as part of the activity implementation team along with a grant specialist and program development officer with primary responsibility for acquiring goods and services necessary for transition activities.
• Maintain and organize electronic procurement files in secure server.
• Work with the office manager, grants specialists, program development officer and field officers to update and monitor a master deliverable calendar for procurement actions.
• Actively contribute to information sharing within the project.
• Perform other tasks as requested by the chief of party and the office manager.

Qualifications:

• Associate or college degree in accounting, business administration or related field.
• One (1) to two (2) years of experience in procurement, logistics, grants, administration or finance.
• Experience working in such roles with USAID projects, specifically OTI, is highly desirable.
• Task-oriented and able to work independently and within a team to meet deadlines.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic knowledge of USAID procurement systems, inventory management and/or grant management desirable.
• Must be able to use the Microsoft Office Suite and have familiarity with the use of databases for tracking inventory, actions and reporting.
• Proficiency in spoken and written English.

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

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Especialista en Adquisiciones, USAID/OTI, Colombia

Perfil:

MSI es una empresa de desarrollo internacional ubicada en el área de Washington, D.C. con una historia de 30 años ayudando a obtener resultados en desarrollo en todo el mundo. Operamos en algunas de las situaciones políticas y económicas más difíciles en el mundo, como Afganistán, Irak, Pakistán y Sudán del Sur. Actualmente, MSI emplea a 800 expertos en desarrollo en los ámbitos de gestión del sector público, el seguimiento y la evaluación, la gobernabilidad y anticorrupción. Para obtener más información sobre MSI, por favor visite nuestro sitio web en www.msiworldwide.com. Recientemente MSI se convirtió en una empresa de Tetra Tech. **
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 lleva a cabo todas las adquisiciones relacionadas con las actividades, asegura el cumplimiento de las políticas de la USAID y MSI sobre los procedimientos, fuentes y monitoreo a los subcontratistas ‘y proveedores, cumplimiento contractual, y coordina las acciones de adquisición como se indica en la Guía de Adquisiciones de MSI. Asiste con el desarrollo del presupuesto para nuevas actividades y coordina con los equipos de los territorios en la entrega de los bienes y servicios adquiridos. Trabaja estrechamente con el equipo de finanzas para garantizar los pagos a tiempo. Esta posición también proporciona soporte de seguimiento y evaluación de manera continua.

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

Responsabilidades:

• Coordinar con los equipos de los territorios y especialistas de subvenciones, las especificaciones y presupuestos de las actividades.
• Llevar a cabo estudios de mercado y análisis de precio, para encontrar especificaciones del artículo y proveedores apropiados.
• Iniciar las adquisiciones de actividad como se indica en el la Guía de Compras teniendo en cuenta el Ciclo de actividades y planes de implementación.
• Coordinar la aplicación de los procedimientos contractuales / adquisición; participar en las licitaciones, evaluaciones técnicas y de costos; y la realización de la diligencia debida para las contrataciones adjudicadas.
• Realizar viajes y acompañamiento a los sitios de implementación de proyectos cuando sea necesario, para controlar la entrega a los beneficiarios de los bienes adquiridos e inspeccionar la calidad de estos bienes.
• Realizar seguimiento de las órdenes de compra y subcontratos emitidos a los proveedores según sea necesario, para garantizar el cumplimiento de los términos y condiciones.
• Ponerse en contacto con todos los contratistas y proveedores en las fechas de vencimiento de pagos para confirmar la presentación de los documentos de pago contractualmente estipulados.
• Trabajar con la Gerente de Contratos y Subvenciones para coordinar los procesos de adquisiciones en relación a lo definido en el Manual de Actividades y la Guía de compras de MSI.
• Comunicar al área de finanzas y administración en el caso de cambio de los plazos de pagos por parte de los proveedores.
• Mantener el archivo electrónico de compras completo y actualizado en el servidor del Programa.
• Apoyo oficial de M & E con la recopilación de datos, según sea necesario, y con contribuciones a los informes finales de evaluación.
• Asegurar el cierre y documentación de las órdenes de compra y subcontratos, una vez completadas, de acuerdo con las políticas y procedimientos establecidos.
• Trabajar como parte de un equipo de implementación de la actividad junto con el Especialista de subversiones, Asistente de Subvenciones y Compras y Oficial Desarrollo de Programas, con la responsabilidad principal de la adquisición de bienes y servicios necesarios para las actividades.
• Coordinar estrecha y oportunamente con los GPA, las necesidades logísticas y de adquisiciones en campo para el desarrollo de las actividades.
• Trabajar con Gerente de Adquisiciones y Subvenciones y con los equipos programáticos, para actualizar y supervisar los cronogramas de entrega de las compras para las actividades.
• Realizar otras tareas según lo solicitado por el supervisor inmediato.
• El cargo reporta a la Gerente de Adquisiciones y Subvenciones.

Calificaciones:

• Licencia de asociado o título universitario en contabilidad, administración de empresas o un campo relacionado.
• Uno o dos años de experiencia en compras, logística, concesiones, administración o finanzas.
• Experiencia de trabajo con proyectos de USAID, específicamente OTI, es deseable.
• Orientado a realizar tareas y capaz de trabajar de forma independiente y en equipo para cumplir los plazos.
• Excelentes habilidades de organización y la capacidad de manejar múltiples prioridades en un entorno de ritmo rápido.
• Conocimientos básicos de las regulaciones de adquisiones de USAID, gestión de inventario y / o gestión deseable en subvenciones.
• Tener conocimiento en programas de Office (Word, Excel y el uso de bases de datos para el seguimiento de compras, subcontratos y presentación de informes.
• El dominio de inglés hablado y escrito deseable.

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

MSI emplea a veteranos EEO/AA/ADA.

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

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Organization: FHI 360
Country: Honduras
Closing date: 29 Jul 2017

FHI 360 is a nonprofit human development organization dedicated to improving lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally driven solutions. Our staff includes experts in health, education, nutrition, environment, economic development, civil society, gender, youth, research and technology — creating a unique mix of capabilities to address today’s interrelated development challenges. FHI 360 serves more than 70 countries and all U.S. states and territories. We are currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of: Chief of Party

Description:

FHI 360 seeks a Chief of Party (COP) for an anticipated USAID civil society strengthening program in Honduras. The project will work with civil society organizations and media actors on activities related to anti-corruption and transparency, and the ideal candidate will have strong experience in anti-corruption programming and/or media. The COP will oversee the team in-country and provide direct supervision to technical specialists.

Job Summary / Responsibilities:

• Provide overall program leadership, management, quality control, timeliness of deliverables, and technical direction while ensuring compliance with USAID requirements, U.S. government regulations, and FHI 360 policies and procedures;
• Liaise with the USAID Mission, CSOs, government stakeholders, private sector, and media partners to coordinate activities and facilitate monitoring and reporting of program objectives and achievements;
• Identify issues and risks related to project implementation in a timely manner, and suggest appropriate program adjustments;
• Manage and supervise the work of program personnel, subcontractors, and grantees, with a focus on core results, achievement of work plan and targets, and timely implementation.

Qualifications:

• Advanced degree in international development, political science, international relations, or a related field;
• Minimum 10 years of professional experience leading civil society strengthening projects, anti-corruption programs, and/or media development projects with preference given to experience in Honduras and/or Central America.
• Knowledge of USAID policies and procedures;
• Experience strengthening civil society networks, developing civil society capacity, working with media outlets and facilitating trainings for journalists;
• Experience recruiting, forming, and successfully managing teams and ensuring the quality of their products;
• Knowledge of the political, social, cultural, environmental, and development context of Central America; Honduras experience preferred;
• Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams while developing a common vision;
• Demonstrated leadership, versatility, and integrity;
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English and Spanish required.

This job description summarizes the main duties of the job. It neither prescribes nor restricts the exact tasks that may be assigned to carry out these duties. This document should not be construed in any way to represent a contract of employment. Management reserves the right to review and revise this document at any time.
We offer competitive compensation and an outstanding benefit package. Please click here to visit FHI 360’s Career Center for a list of all open positions.
FHI 360 is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. FHI 360 is an equal employment and affirmative action employer whereby we do not engage in practices that discriminate against any person employed or seeking employment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other status or characteristic protected under applicable law.

How to apply:

https://jobs-fhi360.icims.com/jobs/18802/chief-of-party/job?mode=view&mobile=false&width=557&height=500&bga=true&needsRedirect=false&jan1offset=-300&jun1offset=-240

Organization: Heartland Alliance
Country: Dominican Republic
Closing date: 25 Jul 2017

Responsabilidades esenciales:

· Coordinar la implementación de actividades (e.g: reuniones de equipo semanales) conjuntamente con el Coordinador de programas legales y demás miembros del equipo de programa, con el fin de monitorear los avances hacia los objetivos de los proyectos legales, notificando de manera recurrente a la alta gerencia de los resultados de las mismas.

· Recolectar y almacenar datos y archivos, asegurando su actualización, a través del envío de un reporte narrativo mensual a los colaboradores; Incluyendo la revisión de informes mensuales, trimestrales y anuales dirigidos a donantes, Coordinador de Programa y/o la alta gerencia, para asegurar cumplimiento de reglamentos internos.

· Apoyar al equipo de programa en la revisión y monitoreo del uso adecuado de los recursos financieros destinados para la aplicación de los proyectos y sus mecanismos administrativos de comprobación.

· Asegurar expedientes de beneficiarios con información necesaria y pertinente y monitorear en terreno la asistencia legal proveída a los participantes de los proyectos legales;

Cualificaciones:

• Educación: Título en Ciencias Sociales Derecho, o áreas similares. Idiomas Inglés y Español.

• Experiencia: 3 años en gestión de proyectos de ayuda humanitarias. Enfásis en refugiados/migrantes/apátridas

• Habilidades lingúisticas: Análisis e interpretación de documentos profesionales, artículos, procedimientos o información gubernamental.

• Habilidades Matemáticas: Capacidad para calcular cantidades como descuentos, interéses, comisiones y porcentajes.

Habilidades (Perfil):

• Excelente capacidad de coordinación y programación de proyectos.
• Orientada/o a resultados, con fuerte sentido de Iniciativa y Adaptabilidad a requerimientos de la posición.

• Dispuesto/a a trabajar en equipo, con buen juicio para priorización de tareas. – Excelente comunicación oral (lenguaje claro y conciso durante reuniones con colaboradores internos/externos) y comunicación escrita (Buena ortografía, gramática y presentación de datos numéricos), y aptitud para resolución de problemas y relaciones interpersonales positivas.

• Capacidad de análisis de investigación, atención al detalle y redacción minuciosa.

• Fuerte sentido de ética, responsabilidad, respeto y puntualidad en el ambiente laboral.

How to apply:

Aplicantes que cumplan con los requerimientos y cualificaciones favor enviar su hoja de vida o Curriculum Vitae al correo electrónico alianzainternacionalrrhh@gmail.com, con la posición «Asistente de Programas Legales» en el Asunto o Subject Line.

Organization: World Vision
Country: Panama
Closing date: 19 Jul 2017

Regional Leader – Latin America & Caribbean (LAC)

World Vision International

World Vision is a humanitarian, development and advocacy organisation devoted to improving the lives of children, families and their communities around the world. Our 42,000+ staff members working in more than 90 countries are united through our ethos, mission and shared desire for all individuals, especially children, to overcome poverty, inequality and injustice.

Here’s where you come in:

As Regional Leader – Southern Africa, initially based in Panama City, Panama with the potential relocation to another city in LAC region; your responsibilities will comprise of oversight to the National Offices and National Directors covering up to 14 counties in the Latin America & Caribbean where World Vision’s focus is predominantly programme implementation. The total regional budget is approximately $189 million per year with more than 5,000 staff across the region.

As Regional Leader, you are a highly accomplished visionary leader who combines proven business disciplines with inspirational management skills to provide exceptional guidance to World Vision Latin America & Caribbean leadership staff and to oversee all World Vision LAC areas of operations including but not limited to; strategy management, people management, financial resource management, risk management, and board and partnership engagement. You will work to ensure effective management of ministry in alignment with World Vision’s Vision, Mission, Core Values and global strategic directions.

Major Responsibilities:

• Strategic Leadership: 25%
• Leadership Development: 25%
• Board Engagement: 20%
• Accountability and Stewardship: 15%
• Organizational Culture (aka “promote the World Vision way”, and includes Conflict Resolution): 10%
• Other: 5%

Requirements include:

· Master’s degree in a relevant field is required.

· A minimum of ten year experience providing strategic leadership as a senior organizational leader, preferably within the humanitarian industry. Three years’ senior leadership experience in Latin America & Caribbean highly preferred.

· A minimum of five years’ (5) experience managing a multi-cultural leadership team is required, with a heart and a passion for the region and its peoples.

· A minimum of five years’ (5) experience working with an Advisory Council or Board, either as a member, reporting to one or developing and advising an Advisory Council or Board is required.

· Proven track record of successfully coaching and mentoring executive level leaders, either at a national, regional or global level.

· Fully Fluent in English and Spanish (spoken and written)

· Ability to travel frequently both regionally and internationally (up to 40%) is required.

How to apply:

Is this the job for you?

World Vision is dedicated to our team members’ development and their success. We aspire for all employees to be fulfilled through their work and their contributions to an organisation working to provide long-term sustainable solutions to the world’s most vulnerable people.

Find the full responsibilities and requirements for this position online and apply by the closing date 19 July 2017. For more information on World Vision International, please visit our website: www.wvi.org. Due to the number of applications received, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Organization: Management Systems International
Country: Colombia
Closing date: 27 Jul 2017

Logistics and Procurement Assistant, USAID/OTI Transforma Project, 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.

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Position Summary:**

The Logistics and Procurement Assistant (LPA) is part of the procurement team of Colombia Transforma. The location of this position will be in one of the departments where the program operates (Norte de Santander, Putumayo, Arauca, and Bogotá), under the supervision of the procurement specialist (PS). The LPA supports the PS in requesting quotes for purchases, completing the selection matrix, legal documents of suppliers, physical and electronic archiving, coordination of material deliveries to beneficiaries of the program, coordination of logistics under activities, preparation of documents for requests for advances and payments, in coordination with the PS. Excellent oral and written communication skills are required, as well as excellent software and file management, knowledge of procurement processes, and recruitment.

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

Responsibilities:

• Provide administrative support for logistic and procurement activities as requested by the program team, the PS, or the procurement manager (PM).
• Support the program team in obtaining quotations during the development phase of the budgets for the activities.
• Prepare and launch the request for contributions, receive proposals, and complete the selection matrix.
• Document all processes of request for quotations (RFQs) and electronically file all the documents that support it.
• Organize, scan, and archive procurement information on the Transforma server.
• Conduct verification (ATVs) of suppliers and subcontractors.
• Coordinate with the GS, PS, and GA for purchasing requests (ARMs).
• Help maintain an up-to-date list of suppliers and subcontractors.
• Serve as liaison between the Program Team, the PS, and the Finance Team to provide documentation needed to issue the payments for activities.
• Support the tracking of procurements in accordance with the implementation plan of each activity.
• Attend field meetings and other meetings and provide note-taking support as requested.
• Support the verification and delivery of materials and equipment to the beneficiaries through in-kind agreements.
• Support coordination of activities that require logistics (events, workshops, transportation, food, and lodging).
• Assist with special projects and tasks in support of PS, program team, and other members of the procurement team as needed.
• Maintain absolute discretion and professionalism regarding all confidential matters related to the duties.
• Develop and maintain cordial, open and professional relationships with other members of the field program team.
• Arrange travel at local or national level as required.
• Track the status of all executed and running processes.

Requirements:

• Professional or final year student of administration or other related disciplines.
• Experience in administrative management and/or finance.
• Experience in procurement, preferably with USAID programs.
• English language skills are preferred, but not mandatory.
• Skills in handling Excel and Word.
• Ability to multitask.
• Teamwork and ability to work under pressure and with a large workload.
• Disposition to follow instructions and procedures.

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

Asistente de Logística y Compras, USAID/OTI Transforma Project, Colombia

Perfil de la compañía:

MSI es una empresa de desarrollo internacional ubicada en el área de Washington, D.C. con una historia de 30 años ayudando a obtener resultados en desarrollo en todo el mundo. Operamos en algunas de las situaciones políticas y económicas más difíciles en el mundo, como Afganistán, Irak, Pakistán y Sudán del Sur. Actualmente, MSI emplea a 800 expertos en desarrollo en los ámbitos de gestión del sector público, el seguimiento y la evaluación, la gobernabilidad y anticorrupción. Para obtener más información sobre MSI, por favor visite nuestro sitio web en www.msiworldwide.com. Recientemente MSI se convirtió en una empresa de Tetra Tech.
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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.

Objeto del Contrato:

El Asistente de Logística y Adquisiciones (LPA por su abreviatura en inglés) es parte del equipo de gestión de adquisiciones de Colombia Transforma. El lugar de trabajo puede ser definido entre cualquiera de los departamentos donde opera el Programa (Norte de Santander, Putumayo, Arauca y Bogotá), bajo la supervisión del Especialista en Adquisiciones (PS, por su abreviatura en inglés). El LPA apoya al PS, en la solicitud de cotizaciones para compras, matriz de selección, documentos legales de proveedores, archivo físico y electrónico, coordinación de entregas de materiales a beneficiarios del programa, coordinación de logística bajo actividades, elaboración de documentos para solicitudes de anticipos y pagos, en coordinación con los especialistas de adquisiciones (PS). Se requieren excelentes cualidades de comunicación orales y escritas, así como un excelente manejo de software y archivos, conocimientos de procesos de compras y contratación.

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

Responsabilidades:

• Brindar apoyo administrativo para actividades logísticas y de adquisiciones, según lo solicitado por el equipo del programa o por los PS y el Gerente Adquisiciones (PM por sus siglas en inglés).
• Apoyar al Equipo Programático (EP), en la obtención de cotizaciones durante la fase de estructuración de los presupuestos para las Actividades.
• Preparar y lanzar las Solicitud de cotizaciones, recibir las propuestas y diligenciar la matriz de selección.
• Documentar todo los procesos de solicitudes de cotización y archivar todos los documentos que lo soportan, en medios electrónicos en la carpeta de cada Actividad. Organizar, escanear y archivar la información relacionada con las compras en el servidor Transforma y las actividades administrativas según sea necesario. .
• Realizar la verificación en listas (ATV por sus siglas en inglés), de los proveedores y subcontratistas.
• Coordinar con el GS, PS y GA las solicitudes de Compras (ARM´s por sus siglas en inglés).
• Ayudar a mantener una lista actualizada de los proveedores y subcontratistas.
• Servir de manera efectiva como enlace entre el Equipo Programático (EP) el PS y el equipo del área de finanzas para proporcionar la documentación necesaria para emitir los pagos relacionados con las actividades.
• Apoyar el rastreo de los procesos de compras para que avancen de acuerdo con el plan implementación de cada actividad.
• Asistir a reuniones de campo y demás reuniones y prestar apoyo en la toma de notas según se solicite.
• Apoyar en la verificación y entrega de materiales y equipos a los beneficiarios bajo convenios en especie.
• Apoyar en la coordinación de actividades que requiera logística (eventos, talleres, transporte, alimentación, hospedaje).
• Ayudar con proyectos especiales y tareas en apoyo del PS, el EP y otros miembros del equipo de compras, según sea necesario.
• Cualquier otro deber que podrá determinar el PS o PM.
• 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.
• Hacer seguimiento del estado de todos los procesos ejecutados y en ejecución.

Competencias:

• Profesional o estudiante de últimos semestres en administración u otra disciplina relacionada.
• Experiencia en la gestión administrativa y / o fin anciera.
• Experiencia en el área de adquisiciones, preferiblemente con programas de USAID.
• Conocimientos de idioma Inglés preferido, pero no es obligatorio.
• Habilidades en manejo de Excel y Word.
• Habilidad para mantener en ejecución y control varios procesos y/o actividades simultáneas.
• Trabajo en equipo y habilidad de trabajar bajo presión y con alto volumen de trabajo.
• Disposición para acatar instrucciones y procedimientos.

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

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Organization: SOFRECO
Country: Bolivia (Plurinational State of)
Closing date: 29 Jul 2017

Cualificaciones y competencias:

• Título universitario en ciencias económicas, administración pública o similar.
• Formación complementaria (postgrado o maestría) en políticas públicas, finanzas públicas o planificación o, en su defecto, experiencia profesional específica adicional con el mínimo requerido de al menos 5 años en una o varias de dichas temáticas.
• Excelente dominio del español así como del inglés.

Experiencia profesional general:

• +10 años de experiencia profesional general.
• +3 años de experiencia con organismos internacionales o proyectos de cooperación al desarrollo.
• Haber participado como jefe de equipo en la ejecución de contratos de asistencia técnica por al menos tres años en total (no necesariamente en el mismo proyecto).
• Se valorará positivamente contar con experiencia en América Latina.

Experiencia profesional específica:

Experiencia de al menos 8 años en el conjunto de las siguientes actividades:

• Experiencia en el ámbito del manejo de las finanzas públicas (presupuesto, contabilidad, tesorería, crédito público, auditoría, etc.) y del análisis macroeconómico en el marco de la cooperación.
• Experiencia en el ámbito del fortalecimiento institucional (gestión de recursos humanos, procesos de capacitación, procesos de reorganización o creación de redes institucionales, etc.).
• Experiencia en el diseño y/o implementación de programas de apoyo a políticas sectoriales en temáticas como la reforma de la administración pública o la gestión de finanzas públicas.

Adicionalmente:

• Se valorará positivamente contar con experiencia en el diseño y/o implementación de programas de intercambio de experiencias tipo “**twinning**” entre entidades públicas de diferentes países y/o redes internacionales.

Duración del proyecto: 43 meses (desde Diciembre 2017)

720 días de trabajo

How to apply:

Por favor, enviad su candidatura al correo electrónico siguiente: RH@sofreco.com

Organization: UN High Commissioner for Refugees
Country: Ecuador
Closing date: 05 Jul 2017

Ecuador hosts the largest refugee population in Latin America, with over 54,800 refugees officially recognized by the Government as of September 2013. An estimated 160,000 individuals have requested asylum in the country since 2000. The vast majority of refugees in Ecuador (98 per cent) are Colombians who have left their country over the last decade due to the internal conflict. New arrivals continue to reach Ecuador at a rate of 1,000 per month. Sixty per cent of refugees and asylum-seekers settle in marginal and poor urban areas, mainly in Quito and Guayaquil and other cities, while around 40 per cent reside in isolated regions with limited basic services and infrastructure, along the northern border.

Description of activities:

Under the supervision of the Protection Unit, the intern will be asked to perform the following activities:

· Assist the protection team with individual case management, and identification of specific needs for the promotion of durable solutions.

· Active participation in the weekly Durable Solutions Committee.

· Support the interview process with Asylum Seekers and Refugees, providing guidance on asylum procedures and humanitarian assistance.

· Support with daily inquiries related to domestic and international protection, and accompaniment of interviews.

· Systematize information to monitor protection activities and procedures.

· Support with the translation of UNHCR documents.

· Performs other duties as required.

Requirements:

· University Degree in Law, Social Sciences or International Relations.

· Good Knowledge of Spanish and English.

· Availability for 6 months from August 2017.

· Capacity to adapt to the requirements of the operation and to be a good team player.

· Respect for diversity and capacity to work in stressful contexts.

Remarks:

· United Nations interns are not paid. All costs related to travel, insurance, accommodation, and living expenses must be borne by either the interns or their sponsoring institutions.

· Visa: The intern will be responsible for obtaining and financing the necessary visas.

· Travel: The intern will arrange and finance the travel to the United Nations location where the internship will be completed.

· Medical insurance: The intern will be responsible for costs arising from accidents and/or illness incurred during the internship and must show proof of a valid medical insurance coverage.

How to apply:

Applicants must send their application by email to RODRIANA@unhcr.org with copy SUNTAXI@unhcr.org, indicating the dates proposed for the internship, with “Internship Protection Unit Ibarra-Ecuador” in the subject line, or physically to: ACNUR, Calle Juan de la Roca 3-56 y Avda. José Tobar y Tobar, Sector Pilanquí, Ibarra, Imbabura – Ecuador. Only those shortlisted shall be contacted and interviewed.

The application consists of an introductory letter, addressed to the Head of UNHCR Field Office in Ibarra, indicating their specific personal and professional interest, expectations and objectives pursued, as well as the possible contributions and inputs they would like to make during the internship period. A Curriculum Vitae should be attached, along with letters of recommendation or references, if available.

Organization: UN Children’s Fund
Country: Panama
Closing date: 15 Jul 2017

At country level, UNICEF supports governments and community-based initiatives that guarantee access to school and provide training on strategies to improve the quality of education and improve learning, reduce repetition and dropout rates and help increase the participation of families and communities in schools.

UNCEF LAC RO contributes to ensuring that every girl, boy and adolescent in LAC benefits from policies, programmes and interventions that guarantee their access to education and learning opportunities from early childhood, through primary and secondary education. Programming efforts prioritize delivering results for children who are most at risk of not fulfilling their right to education, particularly, out-of-school children, children with disabilities, children who suffer discrimination because of their ethnicity, and those affected by armed violence, and emergencies. Strategic areas of work include improving transitions between education levels (e.g. early education to primary school and primary school to lower secondary), preventing/reducing school dropout, improving access, completion, and the relevance and flexibility of the education systems, and the identification and strengthening of innovative responses to improve learning environments and learning outcomes for all children.

To support Country Offices to achieve these goals the Education Section at the Regional Office sustains key partnerships with other international agencies, regional inter-governmental organizations, research centers, and other relevant partners to create regional dynamics, agendas and policies aligned to country priorities to respond to children and adolescents needs.

Purpose of the Assignment

To provide technical support needed for the implementation of the Education work plan, as well as to provide strategic support with key partnerships and communication products related to the education agenda for LACRO.

Assignment Tasks

Within delegated authority, the Contractor will be responsible for the following duties within the

Education Section in UNICEF LAC Regional Office:

• Support the establishment, implementation, reporting, and oversight of agreements with key partners, mainly CECC-SICA, CLADE, UNESCO, CELAC, MERCOSUR and other relevant partners.

• Provides support to coordinate the production and publication of the Inclusive Education Booklets.

• Provides support to the drafting on the Guidance Note on Children with Disabilities.

• Provides support in the preparation of presentations and/or graphic materials such as infographics, using appropriate technology/software, ,

• Provides support in the launching and coordination of the disability/inclusive education cluster: supports the drafting of ToRs, the facilitation of meetings, keeps updates and maintains distribution lists; creates and updates an online repository of materials

• Facilitate and coordinate the completion and publication of publications/documents on education,

• Support in the inter-sectoral coordination between Education and other sections in LACRO.

• Support the Education Section in the preparation and facilitation of information for PFP.

• Support the yearly LACRO reporting process on Education

Expected Deliverables

The consultant is expected to develop the following products:

Write monthly monitoring notes on the implementation and advancement of the agreements between LACRO and CECC-SICA, UNESCO, MERCOSUR and CLADE. These monitoring notes should include relevant email exchanges and documents such as FACE and ICE forms, and progress reports.

Write Terms of Reference for pending products in the work plan for the Education and ECD specialists to review. Support the processes of recruitment of consultants for undertaking such products and the quality assurance of the products.

Coordinate the production and publication of the Inclusive Education Booklets.

Coordinate the edition and publication of the Guidance Note on Children with Disabilities.

Coordinate the launching and meeting of the disability/inclusive education cluster

Draft the preparation of briefing notes related to Education for PFP: on the priorities and expectations of the Education Section, examples of experiences at the regional/country levels, how strategies are measured, etc.

Design power point presentations and graphic materials such as infographics, using appropriate technology/software, including –but not limited to- one presentation (in English and Spanish) of the Secondary Education Strategy.

Coordinate the layout, copy editing and other publishing aspects of the Secondary Education Strategy.

Collect information from the Education and ECD specialists and draft inputs for the Education and ECD newsletter -monthly.

Date:

Deliverables:

15 Aug 2017

– Report on current partnerships developed

– Revised Inclusive Education Booklets no. 1 and 2

– Coordinated the edition of the Inclusive Education Booklets no. 1 and 2

– Prepared ToRs for the disability/inclusive education cluster

– Coordinated the preparation of a funding proposal for a partnership with SAMSUNG

– Prepared inputs for the Education and ECD newsletter

– Prepared a progress report on partner agreements with CECC-SICA, CLADE, UNESCO, CELAC, MERCOSUR

– Provided inputs for the Education RTF package

15 Sep 2017

– Revised Inclusive Education Booklets no. 3-6

– Coordinated the edition of the Inclusive Education Booklets no. 3-6

– Created an online repository of materials for the disability/inclusive education cluster

– Coordinated the revision of the documents on good practices and experiences on working with children with disabilities in the LAC region

– Prepared inputs for the Education and ECD newsletter

– Prepared a progress report on partner agreements with CECC-SICA, CLADE, UNESCO, CELAC, MERCOSUR

15 Oct 2017

– Revised Inclusive Education Booklets no. 7-10

– Coordinated the edition of the Inclusive Education Booklets no. 7-10

– Updated distribution list for the disability/inclusive education cluster

– Updated online repository of materials for the disability/inclusive education cluster

– Prepared inputs for the Education and ECD newsletter

– Prepared a progress report on partner agreements with CECC-SICA, CLADE, UNESCO, CELAC, MERCOSUR

– Provided inputs for the Education RTF package

– Designed a power point presentations and graphic materials such as infographics, using appropriate technology/software, including –but not limited to- one presentation (in English and Spanish) of the Secondary Education Strategy.

– Coordinated the layout, copy editing and other publishing aspects of the Secondary Education Strategy.

15 Nov 2017

– Revised Inclusive Education Booklets no. 11-14

– Coordinated the edition of the Inclusive Education Booklets no. 11-14

– Coordinated and organized the cluster meeting 1.

– Coordinated the revision of the Guidance Note on Children with Disabilities.

– Prepared inputs for the Education and ECD newsletter

– Prepared a progress report on partner agreements with CECC-SICA, CLADE, UNESCO, CELAC, MERCOSUR

15 Dec 2017

– Coordinated the publication of the Inclusive Education Booklets

– Coordinated the edition and publication of the Guidance Note on Children with Disabilities.

– Prepared inputs for the Education and ECD newsletter

– Prepared a progress report on partner agreements with CECC-SICA, CLADE, UNESCO, CELAC, MERCOSUR

– Provided inputs for the Education RTF package

30 Dec 2017

– Updated distribution list for the disability/inclusive education cluster

– Updated online repository of materials for the disability/inclusive education cluster

– Prepared inputs for the Education and ECD newsletter

– Prepared a final report on partner agreements with CECC-SICA, CLADE, UNESCO, CELAC, MERCOSUR

Qualifications of Successful Candidate

Education: Completed undergraduate degree (Bachelor) in an Education field. A Master’s degree in Education applied to International Organizations is desirable, but not mandatory.

Experience: At least one year of working experience supporting education teams in an international organization.

Language skills: Written and spoken proficiency in English and Spanish

Skills and Experience

· Demonstrated interest in the field of development and the work of international organizations.

· Previous experience in:

o Organization of workshops/ events

o Partnership management and building and stakeholder consultations

TORs Technical support Education Program.pdf

Please indicate your ability, availability and daily/monthly rate (in US$) to undertake the terms of reference above (including travel and daily subsistence allowance, if applicable). Applications submitted without a daily/monthly rate will not be considered.

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:

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=505616

Organization: World Vision
Country: Guatemala
Closing date: 14 Jul 2017

World Vision is a humanitarian, development and advocacy organisation devoted to improving the lives of children, families and their communities around the world. Our 42,000+ staff members working in more than 90 countries are united through our ethos, mission and shared desire for all individuals, especially children, to overcome poverty, inequality and injustice.

Here’s where you come in:

As Chief of Party – Guatemala, you will be responsible for the overall implementation providing supervisory and administrative oversight to the project. You will oversee coordination with key stakeholders (including Government of Guatemala (GOG), civil society, the private sector and others) and lead preparation and oversight of any subcontract. Additionally, the COP will be responsible for communications with USAID for publicly representing the project and for liaising with the GOG and other institutions /stakeholders on issues related to rural and community development in Guatemala, particularly in the Western Highlands.

Requirements include:

• At least a Master´s degree in public policy, political science or other related fields.
• 5 years of senior management experience with progressively increasing responsibilities managing development projects. Familiarity with USG programs, their history and their development; mastery of USAID regulations governing such programs; ability to integrate teams of professionals around common goals; demonstrated accomplishment in working with host-country professionals, ministries and with donor colleagues in country; leadership of large and diverse teams; diplomacy, strong presentation skills, speaking and writing.
• Bachelor degree in public policy, political science or other related fields and 5 years of senior management experience with progressively increasing responsibilities managing development projects or 10 years of senior management experience to substitute the education requirement.
• Experience managing USG complex contracts and agreements required.
• Speaking and writing fluency in English and Spanish.

How to apply:

Is this the job for you?

World Vision is dedicated to our team members’ development and their success. We aspire for all employees to be fulfilled through their work and their contributions to an organisation working to provide long-term sustainable solutions to the world’s most vulnerable people.

Find the full responsibilities and requirements for this position online and apply by the closing date 14 Jul 2017. For more information on World Vision International, please visit our website: www.wvi.org. Due to the number of applications received, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.