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Challenge In 2015, Brazil went through its greatest recession in decades while undergoing a major political crisis that led to President Rousseff’s impeachment in August 2016. In 2015, industrial production in the state of Amazonas decreased by 17.2 percent as compared to a national decrease of 8.3 percent. Collections under the Imposto Sobre Operações Relativas à Circulação de Mercadorias e Serviços de Transporte Interestadual de Intermunicipal e de Comunicações (the national equivalent of the value-added tax), which accounts for 90 percent of tax revenues, dropped 14 percent in real terms. Meanwhile, federal transfers to the Amazonas contracted 8 percent. Payroll expenditures dropped 3 percent in real terms in 2015. Investments suffered a much larger cut, dropping 64 percent. Consequently, although the Amazonas government was restructured, essential services were maintained and, most importantly, all its obligations were met (unlike those of some other Brazilian states, including Rio de Janeiro and Rio Grande do Sul, which were unable to meet all wage payments due to the fiscal crisis). Moreover, Amazonas delivered a primary surplus in 2015, despite weak revenue performance.  The economic downturn had a negative impact on the implementation of certain policies: The Amazonas government made important organizational readjustments (for example, it merged certain secretariats and closed others), and it readjusted investments across all sectors, even in priority areas such as citizen security.  Approach Reforms supported by the Amazonas: Modernizing Public-Sector Management, Citizen Security, and Gender Policies Development Policy Loan (DPL) enabled the state to weather some of the negative effects of the economic crisis. With support from the operation, the Amazonas government undertook policy reforms largely informed by existing analytical work and lessons from other Brazilian states and operations, along with original analysis specific to the operation. The Poverty and Social Impact Assessment provided information on the state’s broader context and needs, and the state government produced two technical notes on procurement and tax administration. The World Bank commissioned a risk assessment of the security sector, informed by prior analysis by the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) and supported by field consultants who had accompanied the state reforms. For the gender component, analysis was informed by previous countrywide reports, such as the Bank’s 2013 “Towards a More Comprehensive Domestic Violence Policy in Brazil,” as well as by Brazil Gender and Social Inclusion Non-Lending Technical Assistance. Results The Amazonas government succeeded in improving tax compliance, government procurement efficiency, and provision of judicial and basic services to women, as exemplified below:In 2015, mobile units providing judicial and basic services reached women in 47 communities, up from two in 2013.Amazonas hired 2,750 implementers of the Maria da Penha law (Federal Law 11340/2006), an anti-domestic violence law that, among other provisions, increases punishment for those perpetrating domestic violence against women.Electronic invoices, known as the NFC-e, were issued by 9,396 firms in 2015, up from 0 in 2013.VAT tax collection improved by 3 percent in 2015, despite an overall decrease in retail sales of 7.5 percent.   Cost and time to comply with requirements for issuing consumer receipts were both reduced considerably, from R$ 3,000 to R$ 300 and from 30 days’ wait to an automatic process.Information collected in 2015 through the NFC-e, enabled the government to identify 3,549 fiscal infractions, worth R$206 million, up from 0 in 2013.The rate of procurement processes completed in less than 45 days improved to 66.6 percent, as opposed to only 29 percent completed in that time in 2013.All procurement plans in 2015 were published on e-compras.am, as opposed to only nine in 2013. The measures resulting from the DPL, combined with the state’s urgent need to reduce expenditures, led to an approximately 20 percent reduction in public expenditures in areas such as cleaning, security, and vehicle leasing. In 2015, savings from measures under the DPL accounted for R$ 213 million, of which R$ 91 million resulted from measures directly related to standardized services and R$ 122 million resulted from the decreased need for and substitution of services and quantities. Bank Group Contribution The World Bank, through the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development, provided a single-tranche loan in the amount of US$ 216 million to finance Amazonas: Modernizing Public Sector Management, Citizen Security, and Gender Policies Development Policy Loan. The operation originated in a direct request from the federal government and the government of Amazonas, and, despite the short preparation time, the cooperation of officials from both government levels led to its success as well as to opening an important space for policy dialogue. Partners The operation represents a successful collaboration between the IDB and the Bank. The DPL was designed to complement and extend the IDB’s Program of Consolidation of Fiscal Equilibrium for Social and Economic Development in the State of Amazonas, PROCONFIS AM. The Bank and the IDB established a successful partnership that reduced the burdens on the government of Amazonas (for example, by using the same Project Implementation Unit, constantly sharing information, and linking prior actions), thus guaranteeing a continuation of the broader reform process. Before this DPL, the Bank had limited engagement in Amazonas. The partnership with the IDB not only enabled the Bank to engage in the state, it also led to a subsequent DPL (approved by the Board in December 2015) with the capital city of Manaus. Beneficiaries Under the program Itinerant Citizenship: Woman in the Field, Forest, and Waters, mobile units reached several isolated communities with basic services for women. In 2015, the Secretariat for Gender-Related Policies supported 4,486 women through this program. All firms based in the state of Amazonas also benefited from the introduction of the NFC-e, which reduced the cost of complying with tax collection. All firms supplying the state government benefited from the introduction of more efficient procurement processes. Moving Forward Although this was a single-tranche operation, the Bank’s engagement with Amazonas continues.  The World Bank is conducting an impact evaluation on a procurement reform to be introduced in the second half of 2017. In addition, this operation opened an opportunity for a separate DPL with the government of the municipality of Manaus, which has led to an unprecedented partnership between the government of Amazonas and the city of Manaus to launch the Nota Facil, a partnership between the Secretaria da Fazenda (the tax authority) and the Municipal Finance Secretary. The Nota Facil Program will allow expanded use of the NFC-e in the Manaus service sector and is expected to extend the service to more than 10,000 businesses.

Challenge On October 28, 2007, Tropical Storm Noel struck the Dominican Republic with major rainfall nationwide. Around six million people—70 percent of the population—were directly or indirectly affected. More than 160 people were killed, and 130,000 were displaced. Only five weeks later, the country was hit by Tropical Storm Olga, which displaced another 62,000 people, killing 33 and causing further destruction. Productive infrastructure was severely damaged by these events, with especially widespread destruction of infrastructure related to water (irrigation, water supply, and sanitation), transportation, and energy. Key sectors of civil and economic function were affected, including agriculture, health, and many other sectors relying on power distribution. Approach The Emergency Recovery and Disaster Management Project was designed as a hybrid operation, focusing both on emergency response to immediate needs and on capacity building to strengthen disaster risk management in implementing agencies. At the request of the government of the Dominican Republic, the World Bank and the Inter-American Development Bank, along with other donors including the United Nations, worked to ensure that all priority infrastructure needs were met in the four most affected sectors: irrigation, transport, electricity, and water supply and sanitation. The Bank’s main focus was on the three areas in which it had the longest institutional relationship on the ground (irrigation, electricity, and water supply/sanitation), building, inter alia, on the experience gained from the Bank-supported Hurricane George Recovery Project that closed in December 2003. Results Over its span, from 2008 to 2016, the project achieved both of its goals: response to emergency needs on the ground and capacity building for resilience and preparedness to meet needs raised by future disasters. Primary results of the program included:Rehabilitation of 24 irrigation schemes, including works on canals and reservoirs, embankments, pumping systems, water intakes, and floodgate systems. Irrigation was restored on 37,218 hectares (of which 16,763 resulted from retroactively financed activities), benefiting 18,779 farmers producing bananas, chickpeas, rice, maize, tomatoes, and other fruits and vegetables—all essential for local and national food security.Restoration of three dams (Tavera, Jiguey, and Chacuey). Works covered the reinforcement and renovation of structures including embankments, protection walls, and drainage systems, all of which are essential for the dams to function effectively in key areas of flood reduction, water supply, irrigation, hydropower, and environmental conservation.Improved decision-making tools related to extreme events. The Disaster Information Systems, including the telemetric network, were repaired and updated as needed.Restoration of transmission capacity, with the replacement of 152 km of transmission lines. The restored transmission capacity supplies most of the electricity in the southern region, benefiting more than one million people.Restoration of the Aguacate power plant’s original generation capacity (52 MW) and upgrade (additional 8 MW). Restored or expanded generation capacity, totaling 60 MW, benefited more than 590,000 inhabitants. The Las Barias dam, critical for the functioning of the La Valdesia  (54 MW capacity) and Las Barias power plants (0.85 MW), was restored as well.Restoration of the water treatment facilities in Santo Domingo and in Santiago. Working with Corporación del Acueducto y Alcantarillado de Santo Domingo and Corporación del Acueducto y Alcantarillado de Santiago, the project contributed retroactive financing for exceptional expenses incurred just after the tropical storms to acquire materials and equipment, implement ancillary works, and meet costs of operation. In Santiago, the project contributed to restoring 28 percent of the potable water consumption of 750,000 inhabitants, while in Santo Domingo over a million gallons of drinking water were provided to the population cut off from the regular water supply. 

Challenge Between 2005 and 2010, Belize had the third highest urban population growth rate in the region—3.1 percent per annum—with much of this growth in its towns and cities coming from other Central American countries. Unable to acquire land, many immigrants lived in informal settlements, often in areas at high risk of flooding without proper infrastructure to mitigate such risks. Compounding this, the poverty rate was high and growing. From 2002 to 2009, the national poverty rate increased from 34.1 to 41.3 percent. During the 1990s Belize started the process of decentralization to empower local councils, but there was little progress until 2009. These councils lacked the capacity to address the increasing socioeconomic, governance, and infrastructure challenges that came with this population growth. To address municipal management, the Belizean government identified the following areas requiring assistance: (i) improving local revenue administration; (ii) enhancing traffic management; (iii) enhancing financial accountability; and (iv) improving urban planning. Approach Improving municipal infrastructure and management was a high priority for the Belizean government, so the World Bank mobilized a team of experts in urban development, economic growth and disaster risk management to provide support. The Municipal Development Project (MDP) was structured to (i) address bottlenecks in key infrastructure needed to support economic growth and mobility; (ii) modernize and enhance municipal management; (iii) reduce vulnerability to natural disasters; and (iv) improve public-sector transparency and accountability. The MDP was designed to require the municipal councils to complete strategic governance actions before  accessing funds for infrastructure works. The Bank also leveraged grant resources from the Public-Private Infrastructure Advisory Facility (PPIAF) to support in-depth capacity building around financial management, as well as assistance from the Revenue Enhancement Support Program (RESP). Activities included (i) conducting diagnostics of fiscal conditions; (ii) training practitioners on financial management, revenue collection, and use of financial management software; (iii) supporting technology upgrades; (iv) designing a new chart of accounts that included, for the first time, a balance sheet; and (v) presenting mayors with a Handbook containing effective strategies for revenue collection.   Results Over its six-year course from 2010 to 2016, the project helped improve municipal governance, strengthen municipal fiscal sustainability and build disaster and climate resilience. Key achievements include: o   Improved fiscal conditions. The RESP supported significant improvements to the fiscal conditions in municipalities by enhancing the councils’ financial management capacity, resulting in increased revenue collection, operational surpluses, and capital additions. Financial management systems have been computerized, revenue collections are now being enforced in more areas and revenue personnel are on the staff of most of the councils. o   More transparency and accountability. To access the MDP funds, councils held open town hall meetings, hired financial management staff and made financial information public.   o   Enhanced planning for future economic development. Using participatory and analytical processes incorporating urban planning, seven town councils prepared and adopted municipal growth plans (MGPs) outlining opportunities for growth and economic development. o   Improved community engagement. Communities identified the areas for investment and monitored progress through community consultation committees. In addition, the development of the MGPs was robust in its community engagement design. The working groups consisted of technical experts, residents, and public-sector representatives, making it inclusive yet technically sound. o   Improved asset maintenance. Physical asset maintenance plans and budgets were prepared for the councils, the members of which were provided with a planning tool and training to support them in making informed decisions about infrastructure investments and maintenance works. o   Improved infrastructure. With the construction of infrastructure works, including drainage works (33.7 km), improved roads (14.85 km), public spaces, and buildings, the project directly improved the lives and livelihoods of 157,233 people. o   Improved traffic management. Traffic management plans were developed in conjunction with the Caribbean Development Bank’s Road Safety Program. Consequently, significant improvements were made in traffic flows, particularly in the downtown areas of some municipalities. o   Improved technical capacity. Council staff, totaling 220 individuals, received training on various aspects of municipal management for improved service delivery. Bank Group Contribution The Bank, through the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development, provided a loan in the amount of US$15 million to help finance the infrastructure works, technical assistance, and the capacity building activities of this Municipal Development Project. Partners Resources provided by the MDP were augmented by US$310,000 provided by the councils to support the infrastructure investments, as well as an in-kind contribution in the amount of US$420,000 from the national government. PPIAF resources of US$75,000 were mobilized as well to increase the impact of the RESP by enabling in-depth, hands-on support and training on financial management. Strong leadership from the Ministry of Economic Development (MED) helped ensure the project’s success, along with the ownership taken by the mayors and municipal councils and the implementation efforts supplied by the Social Investment Fund, led by a Project Implementation Unit. Community engagement and oversight were also crucial to achieving results. Within the government, the Ministry of Finance, the Ministry of Local Government, the Ministry of Natural Resources, and the Ministry of Works each played a vital role, and along with the MED comprised the Project Steering Committee. Beneficiaries In August 2016, Hurricane Matthew hit Belize. Anecdotal information indicates that areas in which project-supported road infrastructure works and rehabilitation took place suffered little or no flooding during the hurricane’s heavy rains, illustrating the communities’ increased resilience to adverse climatic events. Additional benefits of the improved infrastructure include: o   Better access to critical public facilities, such as schools, and to commercial areas in some municipalities. o   Improved aesthetics in some downtown areas. o   Improved physical and sanitary environments in some municipal markets.  o   Provision of additional and improved recreational facilities for all ages, contributing to strengthened family and community bonds. “The BMDP Project has been a tremendous boon to our city in terms of improving local economic development. It has improved the infrastructure in several key commercial zones of the city, namely Nim Li Punit Street and the bus terminal/market area in particular. It has greatly increased ease of movement around the city, opening a new conduit onto one of our major thoroughfares, Constitution Drive.” —Khalid Belisle, Mayor of Belmopan Moving Forward Many councils have expressed interest in building on the achievements of the MDP and further enhancing institutional capacity by focusing on the following areas: o   Transparency and Accountability. The project has been instrumental in strengthening the capacity of the councils, particularly around financial management. Councils plan to continue training new staff to ensure that financial transparency is sustained. o   MGPs. Councils plan to use the MGPs to inform new urban development and enhance opportunities for economic growth. o   Asset Management and Maintenance. Councils plan to continue maintaining their assets through interventions described in the asset management plans.

Organization: UN Development Programme
Country: Peru
Closing date: 22 Oct 2017

OBJETIVO DE LA CONTRATACIÓN

Proveer el soporte para el desarrollo de las acciones de comunicación y educación del proyecto, en estrecha coordinación con los Coordinadores Nacionales de ambos países y la Unidad Binacional de Coordinación del Proyecto.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Será responsable de proveer el soporte para el desarrollo de las acciones de comunicación y educación del proyecto.
• Facilitará e impulsará el diálogo, la comunicación y la articulación entre los actores clave del proyecto TDPS.
• Establecerá y operará las plataformas de información y comunicación del proyecto (i.e., portal web, canal de YouTube, cuentas en redes sociales, lista de distribución por correo electrónico) y asegurará la vinculación con los sitios web de las entidades participantes y la plataforma de IW:LEARN.
• Asegurará la divulgación de los avances y resultados del proceso de preparación del TDA y SAP y de los proyectos piloto en Perú y Bolivia.
• Orientará el desarrollo de las estrategias de educación ambiental, comunicación, participación, y articulación entre actores clave para la GIRH en el TDPS y para el desarrollo del proyecto.
• Compilará y sistematizará la información de los avances en comunicación, educación, participación y articulación de actores clave.
• Preparará reportes trimestrales con recomendaciones para el Coordinador Binacional del Proyecto.
• Proveerá la información y sustentos necesarios para las evaluaciones de medio término y final del proyecto.
• Organizar el taller de inicio del proyecto en coordinación con el asociado en implementación del proyecto y los actores involucrados en Perú y Bolivia.
• Documentar, compilar y sistematizar la información de los avances en comunicación, educación, participación y articulación de actores clave.
• Interactuar con los equipos de comunicadores de proyectos afines, así como equipos de comunicadores de los socios y otros actores.
• Cualquier otra actividad o tarea que le asigne el Coordinador Binacional del Proyecto.
• Apoyo a la Coordinación Nacional del país no anfitrión en el desarrollo del Proyecto.

EDUCACION

• Profesional titulado en Ciencias de la Comunicación o campos afines.
• Cursos de especialización o diplomados en metodologías participativas y/o educación y/o comunicación.
• Deseable estudios de especialización en temas de manejo de recursos naturales, gestión integrada de recursos hídricos, conservación de la biodiversidad, desarrollo sostenible o afines.

EXPERIENCIA

• Experiencia mínima 5 años en diseño e implementación de proyectos y/o estrategias y/o planes de comunicación educativa en temas afines a recursos hídricos o gestión ambiental.
• Experiencia específica en metodologías participativas, procesos consultivos, negociación y resolución de conflictos, validación de materiales comunicativos y publicaciones.
• Experiencia en comunicación educativa ambiental y en trabajo con grupos culturales diversos.
• Deseable experiencia en proyectos de desarrollo en zonas fronterizas Perú – Bolivia.
• Se valorará experiencia en establecer redes con diferentes actores que potencien el impacto comunicacional del proyecto.
• Se valorará la experiencia en el uso de herramientas de comunicación.
• Se valorará la experiencia de participación en proyectos GEF

IDIOMAS

• Dominio oral y escrito del idioma español.
• Inglés intermedio como mínimo y deseable lengua nativa.

How to apply:

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Organization: Cuso International
Country: Peru
Closing date: 05 Nov 2017

Location: Lima, Peru

Reports to: Head of Programs, Latin America and the Caribbean

Employment Status: National (must be eligible to work in Peru)

Language requirements: English and Spanish essential

How would you like to have a fulfilling career while also making real and lasting impact in the lives of many people around the world?

Cuso International is international development organization that works to reduce poverty and inequality through the efforts of volunteers, partnerships and donors. We have programs in 20 countries around the world.

We are currently looking for an outstanding individual to join our team in Lima, Peru. The Communications and Recruitment Officer will be responsible for the promotion of Cuso International’s programming in Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC), including the promotion of programmatic work in LAC among international donors, support in-country recruitment of volunteers in LAC and share key impacts, results and successes of LAC programming with wider audiences. The person will be line-managed by the Head of Programs, LAC and will work closely with program teams across LAC and Cuso International Headquarters (HQ). The individual must be eligible to work in Peru.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & DELIVERABLES

Program Development

• Gather key impacts, results and success from LAC programs to design communications materials (e.g. success stories, case studies, infographics, press releases, videos, one pagers, articles, publications) to be presented to potential donors.
• Customize information packages to be presented to potential donors.
• Support knowledge management by maintaining a catalogue or database of impacts, results and successes from LAC programs.
• Provide regular content to CPOs, Communications Team and Resource Development Team at HQ that can be used to support funding and fundraising efforts in Canada and in LAC.
• Seek out and identify regional and other networks, coalitions, alliances, meetings, forums, debates or any other events where Cuso International’s work can be championed/presented to donors, other agencies, relevant government officials, partners and other key stakeholders.

In-Country Recruitment

• Act as the focal person for in-country volunteer recruitment in LAC, carrying out activities such as collecting and distributing CVs to CPOs, conduting basic preliminary interviews, maintaining interest from candidates, coordinating medical checks and other logistical duties.

• Create database of potential volunteers, including key contact information, skills, availability, etc. as well as create database of current partners.

• Regularly scan volunteer database against volunteer placement descriptions identifying potential candidates and sharing with CPOs.

• Liaise regularly with Volunteer Mobilization Advisors and CPOs to support in-country recruitment activities.

• Identify networks, forums, organizations, associations, Embassies and other audiences, both in Canada and LAC, where volunteer placement descriptions can be posted and/or where potential volunteers can be found and share with CPOs and Recruitment and Marketing Team.

• Regularly update and post key volunteer recruitment information on key social media channels (e.g. Cuso LAC Facebook page, twitter, Instagram), organizations, networks, associations, Embassies, etc.).

Promotion of Cuso International

• Maintain an overview of Cuso International’s work across LAC, including specific knowledge of project activities being carried out in the following areas: ISEG, GESI and Health.
• Liaise regularly with CPOs to identify key impacts, results and success stories to be shared with Cuso International HQ and wider audiences across LAC and in Canada.
• Design communications materials (e.g. success stories, case studies, videos, publications, articles) to showcase impacts, results and successes of Cuso International’s programming LAC to be shared with audiences both in Canada and in LAC.
• Gather and catalogue photos from volunteers and support CPOs when photographers or videographers are needed; share LAC photos with HQ for reports and communication materials.
• Identify opportunities to brand, market and promote the work of Cuso International across LAC in a variety of mediums, including forums, social media, web sites, publications, etc.
• Provide information for specific pages of the Cuso International website.
• Review and edit communication materials produced in Spanish at HQ (e.g. annual report) and from CPOs (e.g. articles, one pagers, etc.).
• Identify networks, events, publications, opportunities, etc. where Cuso International can showcase and publicize work from LAC programs both in Canada and LAC as well as share potential ideas with CPOs as well as Communications Team and Recruitment and Marketing Team at HQ.
• Liaise directly with Communications Team at Cuso Headquarters to coordinate design, development and production of communications materials to ensure branding and marketing procedures are followed.
• Maintain and update social media tools, including Facebook, twitter and other relevant social media tools.
• Ensure communication activities are completed in a timely manner respecting tight deadlines, working in close coordination with Cuso Headquarters and CPOs.
• Support on the organization of key events and meetings across LAC (e.g. writing press releases, preparing promotional materials, providing guidance on media strategies).

Other Duties

· Participate in regional and other staff meetings, as appropriate.

· Fulfill any other responsibilities as may be assigned from time to time by the Head of Programs of Latin America and Caribbean and other senior managers.

· Identify and take steps to develop own professional and personal learning.

· Provide cover for other colleagues as necessary.

· Perform other duties and tasks, consistent with the skills and expertise, as required in non-routine circumstances.

· Travel as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

Essential

· Bachelor’s degree or equivalent required, preferably in Communications, Graphic Design, Journalism or Public Relations or related discipline.

· Three to five years of experience with an international development organization focusing on communication.

· Relevant professional experience in graphic design, communications, public relations or journalism.

· Knowledge and experience of designing and implementing communications strategies, including web and graphic design, writing and designing publications, management of social media channels and using innovation to visualize impacts and results.

· Experience in data processing.

· Excellent communications skills in Spanish and English and proven ability to produce information materials in both languages on the work of Cuso in a variety of formats and media for a variety of audiences.

· Tenacity in seeking results and a high level of representational skills.

· Capability to prioritize and manage a varied work load.

· Attitudes and behaviors which show respect for diversity.

· Excellent computer skills and proficiency with Word, Excel, Outlook, and web-based research.

· Ability to make decisions and take the initiative, as part of managing a complex and varied workload.

· Flexibility.

· Willingness to be self-servicing, with a proven ability to work as part of a team as well as independently.

Desirable

· Experience of being a volunteering; working with or managing volunteers.

· Knowledge of the development and socio-political context of the LAC region.

· Fluency in French.

About Cuso International

We look for outstanding individuals globally who share our vision for a better world where all people are able to realize their potential, develop their skills and participate fully in society.

In return we offer a most rewarding experience to use your professional skills to teamwork for a great cause, while enjoying competitive compensation and benefits, as well as travel and growth opportunities. Visit us at https://cusointernational.org/about/careers/

How to apply:

How to Apply

If this sounds like the kind of organization that you would like to work for, and you have the qualifications for this job, we certainly would like to hear from you!

Expressions of interest should be sent in English by Sunday, November 5, 2017 to hr.lac@cusointernational.org quoting “**Communications & Recruitment Office, LAC – 2017-1016”** in the subject line. Your résumé and one-page-cover letter should demonstrate how you meet all the essential and any asset qualifications. Thank you for your interest in Cuso International.

Organization: Cuso International
Country: Colombia
Closing date: 27 Oct 2017

Contract type: Permanent, competitive compensation and benefits

Location: Bogotá, Colombia

Reports to: Project Director, Colombia

Eligibility: Local national, must be legally able to work in Colombia

Relocation Allowance: Not applicable – This is a national position

Language requirements: Fully bilingual Spanish / English

How would you like to have a fulfilling career while also making real and lasting impact in the lives of many people around the world?

Cuso International is international development organization that works to reduce poverty and inequality through the efforts of volunteers, partnerships and donors. We have programs in 20 countries around the world.

Funded by the Government of Canada, our project on Sustainable Colombian Opportunities for Peacebuilding and Employment (SCOPE) will develop programs that provide skills training and work internships for youth, women and victims of the conflict matched to the labour market needs of the private sector in seven major Colombian cities: Soacha-Bogotá, Medellín, Cali, Cartagena, Barranquilla, Buenaventura and Quibdó.

We are currently looking for an outstanding individual to join our team in Bogota, Colombia. Reporting to the Project Director, the Communications Manager will be responsible for positioning the SCOPE project in Colombia through the development and implementation of a communications and marketing strategy that will support the success of the project and provide timely and relevant information to project stakeholders. The individual must be eligible to work in Colombia.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Communications

· Develop close working relationships with project partners and stakeholders – all parties required to establish a shared vision of the project and achieve results.

· Develop and implement a communications and marketing strategy in line with the goals and objectives of the SCOPE project, including strong participant recruitment.

· Oversee the development of communication and marketing materials for the project, ensuring compliance with Cuso International and donor protocols and policies.

· Ensure high quality of SCOPE public documents, reports, and communication and marketing materials.

· Edit and revise reports, including narrative donor reports.

· Develop key messages for SCOPE for targeted audiences, context and institutional priorities, promoting sense of shared purpose related to the SCOPE project.

· Develop messages to attract support and inputs that motivate change in social norms that engender discrimination against the poor and vulnerable people, particularly the youth, women and victims of conflict.

· Manage media relations, strategic partnerships and networking to promote public representation and visibility of SCOPE, primarily at local and national level.

· Liaise with Cuso International in Colombia, regionally and internationally to amplify results of SCOPE project and support the stewardship of key partners and donors.

· Liaise with the Cuso International communication and marketing team at headquarters to coordinate design, development and production of communications material to ensure branding procedures are followed:

• Develop and implement a social media plan that serves the communications and marketing needs of SCOPE. This may include: Maintain day‐to‐day online interface in an efficient, effective and user-friendly manner guided by communication best practices.
• Generate and edit tailored web information and multimedia contents.
• Assemble and analyse inflow from the SCOPE various social media tools and general web data, including profile of audiences for analysis and response as most appropriate.
• Create forums for knowledge sharing, discourse and expression of opinions on employment generation for vulnerable populations.
• Motivate volunteers, beneficiaries, employers and all stakeholders to drive traffic to the SCOPE e-platforms.

· Develop internal communications with staff and project teams to*:*

• Integrate context relevant organizationally driven communication strategies into all projects.
• Engage beneficiaries and strategic partners at local and national levels to promote common goals.
• Enhance strategies and bring new ideas to attract new sources of funding.
• Present result and impact of SCOPE interventions to stakeholders, donors and the public.

Research, Knowledge Building and Management

· Development of public information on opportunities in Colombia prioritizing landmark activities and developments for awareness on SCOPE communication channels.

· Conversion of publications into key advocacy messages for campaigns using factsheets, reports, briefings and press release, targeting diverse audiences.

· Compiling annual reports on communication best practices and lessons learned directly linked to the SCOPE goals of sustainable, inclusive, equitable and peacebuilding-oriented economic growth for the poor and vulnerable.

Other Responsibilities

· Inform and advise the Project Director on project communication strategic directions.

· Carry out any other duties as required by the Project Director, from time to time.

· Support Cuso International priorities with respect to profile and visibility in Colombia as needed.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Language:

Fully bilingual English / Spanish. Must have superb written and oral communication skills in both English and Spanish.

Education

· Bachelor’s degree or equivalent required, preferably in Communication, Social Sciences, Political Science, Law, Journalism, Public Relations, Development or related discipline in the field of Humanities.

· Specialization in related fields or gender and human/women’s rights field would be an asset.

Experience

· At least 4 years of relevant professional experience in communications, public relations, development work, preferably in social and gender issues.

· Previous experience in field of advocacy for human or women’s rights will be an advantage.

· Knowledge and experience of information technology (IT) and skills.

· Experience in data processing.

Knowledge

· Knowledge and passion for social media and web based communication.

· In depth knowledge and experience of the various social medias.

· Demonstrated knowledge of IT (Outlook, Email, databases, basic excel, PowerPoint) and willingness to develop IT skills in order to improve effectiveness at work.

· Significant practical, analytical and theoretical knowledge and experience of international development work in Colombia including:

ü An appreciation of the contribution volunteering in its many forms can bring to development.

ü A strong awareness of gender and equity issues and knowledge of issues affecting poor and vulnerable people, youth, women and victims of conflicts.

ü An appreciation of the contribution that the private sector and business development approaches can bring to development.

Abilities

· Strong ability to conceptualize issues and analyze data.

· Multitasking, organized and results oriented with ability to deliver in set time frames.

· Demonstrable ability for innovation and creativity that stands out and excels.

· Ability to work under pressure.

· Proven ability to work effectively in a number of teams, in a multi-cultural context and where teams may be geographically dispersed.

· Demonstrated ability to communicate good practices and learning in working with vulnerable groups that contributes to breaking down negative gender and generational stereotypes.

· Ability to present and represent Cuso International in a variety of communicate media to a variety of audiences including government, private sector, donors and civil society.

Skills

· Network or potential capacity to build it whatever the context, sensibilities or nuances.

· Demonstrated problem solving and decision-making skills.

· Demonstrated ability for crisis management and performance under pressure,

· High values of dialogue, transparency and accountability,

· Excellent time management, flexibility.

· Excellent communication skills – the ability to articulate project views efficiently and positively in various formats, including speech, panel, debate and group discussion aimed at diverse audiences.

· Strong networking skills and the ability to build relationships, alliances and networks in a fast paced ever changing work dynamic.

How to apply:

About Cuso International

We look for outstanding individuals globally who share our vision for a better world where all people are able to realize their potential, develop their skills and participate fully in society.

In return we offer a most rewarding experience to use your professional skills to teamwork for a great cause, while enjoying competitive compensation and benefits, as well as travel and growth opportunities. Visit us at https://cusointernational.org/about/careers/

How to Apply

If this sounds like the kind of organization that you would like to work for, and you have the qualifications for this job, we certainly would like to hear from you!

Expressions of interest should be sent in English by Wednesday October 27, 2017 to hr.lac@cusointernational.org quoting “**2017-1011 Comm Mgr, SCOPE”** in the subject line. Your résumé and one-page-cover letter should demonstrate how you meet all the essential and any asset qualifications. Thank you for your interest in Cuso International.

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Un centenar de alcaldes llama desde Valencia a intervenir en la alimentación de sus vecinos

Organization: World Vision
Country: Honduras
Closing date: 25 Oct 2017

Coordinador/a de Caracterización de Población Desplazada en Honduras 129

Tiempo completo Francisco Morazán octubre 19, 2017 – octubre 25, 2017 Consultorías Imprimir

Nombre de la organización

Alto Comisionado de las Naciones Unidas para los Refugiados (ACNUR)

Descripción de la plaza vacante

1. Antecedentes generales del proyecto/asignación

Como respuesta al desplazamiento en Honduras, el Gobierno del país creó, a finales del 2013, la Comisión Interinstitucional para la Protección de Personas Desplazadas por la Violencia. Dicha Comisión lideró, en 2014, con el apoyo técnico del ACNUR y de JIPS, el desarrollo de un Estudio de Caracterización sobre el Desplazamiento Interno en Honduras. El estudio generó una primera aproximación al desplazamiento interno, identificando las dimensiones y rasgos del fenómeno en 20 municipios prioritarios en Honduras. De igual forma, permitió identificar las particulares afectaciones y necesidades de protección de las víctimas.

Sobre la base del estudio de 2014, el ejercicio actual busca actualizar la información y ampliar su magnitud para identificar características del desplazamiento representativas a nivel nacional, y no sólo al nivel de los 20 municipios prioritarios de 2014. Lo anterior en razón del aumento de cifras de población en busca de protección, de los desplazamientos masivos y/o de personas que abandonan el país debido a la violencia y la inseguridad – muchos de ellos siendo deportados de regreso al país.

De otra parte, en la actualidad el marco legal sobre desplazamiento interno en Honduras se encuentra en construcción y se estima que será presentado al Congreso Nacional en el 2017. Dicha legislación da el mandato para la implementación de política pública en desplazamiento a nivel central y local, lo cual requiere de información actualizada sobre los perfiles y características de la población desplazada. Los resultados del ejercicio de caracterización beneficiarán a todas las entidades estatales responsables del diseño de polìticas pùblicas, programas y proyectos para la respuesta efectiva a las personas deplazadas por la violencia. Tambien a las organizaciones de sociedad civil y organizaciones de la comunidad internacional que han incluido o van a incluir a esta poblacion en el diseño de sus estrategias de apoyo al país.

De manera general, el ejercicio 2017-2018 busca actualizar la caracterización de población desplazada desarrollada en 2014-2015 y ampliar la comprension sobre la magnitud del problema y así mismo la identificación del impacto de la violencia y el desplazamiento en el país.

1. Objetivos del ejercicio de caracterización

Objetivo General

Actualizar y profundizar la evidencia sobre la magnitud y el impacto del desplazamiento interno, para impulsar el diseño del marco institucional y jurídico que fortalezca la respuesta integral y la búsqueda de soluciones duraderas en Honduras.

Objetivos Específicos

• Actualizar las estimaciones de población desplazada en Honduras a nivel nacional, con información desagregada por género, edad y ubicación;
• Establecer perfiles actualizados de la población desplazada y en riesgo, incluyendo, entre otros, la caracterización por identidad de género y etnia.
• Profundizar en las causas y perpetradores del desplazamiento interno.
• Analizar, bajo una óptica comparativa, la situación de la población desplazada incluyendo situación socio-económica, condiciones de vida y necesidades de protección, a nivel urbano y rural;
• Identificar las necesidades, vulnerabilidades, capacidades, mecanismos de protección de la población desplazada y en riesgo (acceso y goce de sus derechos);

El ejercicio de caracterización es un proceso colaborativo que involucra una variedad de actores. Se ha establecido así una estructura de coordinación del ejercicio de caracterización que consiste en:

El ejercicio necesita de un/a Coordinador/a de Caracterización, quien será responsable de liderar la implementación práctica del ejercicio. La puesta en marcha del ejercicio de caracterización está prevista para el cuarto trimestre de 2017 y, por consiguiente, el Grupo Técnico de Trabajo busca un Coordinador/a de Caracterización que supervise/acompañe y asista técnicamente el desarrollo del proceso, tanto en sus fases cualitativas como cuantitativas y desde sus etapas de coordinación hasta el análisis de datos y redacción y validación del informe final.

1. Propósito y alcance de la asignación

Como líder del ejercicio de caracterización, el/la Coordinador/a de Caracterización es responsable por la gestión y puesta en marcha del proceso colaborativo de caracterización, con un enfoque particular en las fases de preparación, planeación, finalización de la metodología, acompañamiento a la recolección de información y las fases de análisis, y redacción del informe final.

Bajo la supervisión conjunta del ACNUR y la Comisión Interinstitucional para la Protección de Personas Desplazadas por la Violencia (CIPPDV), el/la Coordinador/a de Caracterización será responsable de:

• Mantener una efectiva coordinación para el ejercicio de caracterización, p.ej., preparar reuniones de coordinación del Grupo Técnico de Trabajo (GTT) y apoyar las reuniones de la estructura general de coordinación del ejercicio;
• Asegurar la gestión efectiva del proyecto de caracterización, incluyendo el seguimiento a los objetivos, cronograma de implementación y presupuesto;
• Asistir técnicamente las fases de diseño de herramientas cuantitativas y cualitativas en coordinacion con ACNUR, la CIPPDV y en el caso del componente cualitativo con World Vision;
• Liderar la finalización de la metodología de caracterización y las herramientas para la recolección de información (cuantitativas y cualitativas) y facilitar (o co-facilitar) un taller de finalización de metodología/herramientas con los miembros del GTT;
• Liderar la revisión de información secundaria donde se analicen las fuentes de información disponibles, para informar/complementar la metodología y herramientas de caracterización;
• Dar asesoría técnica y apoyar las fases de recolección de información cualitativa y cuantitativa: capacitación, pilotaje, apoyo técnico, etc.
• Apoyar la capacitación del personal encargado de la recolección de información, y apoyar el desarrollo de materiales de capacitación, bajo un enfoque de fortalecimiento de capacidades;
• Apoyar la fase de limpieza y procesamiento de datos;
• Liderar la fase de análisis de datos y la redacción del informe de caracterización incluyendo hallazgos clave y recomendaciones, con el apoyo del GTT y de JIPS;
• Facilitar taller/talleres de análisis y validación de datos;
• Desarrollar una estrategia de difusión del informe final con actores clave del ejercicio y, en la medida de lo posible, con las comunidades;
• Resolver problemas que surjan durante el proyecto, asegurando que se cumpla con los objetivos de la caracterización.
• Cualquier otra tarea requerida para asegurar que el ejercicio de caracterización se lleve a buen término.

La organización contratante (ACNUR) podrá supervisar también el día a día del contrato, según sea necesario. JIPS brindará apoyo técnico al/la Coordinador/a de Caracterización durante el tiempo del proyecto incluyendo reuniones iniciales de información y coordinación. En caso de ser necesario, JIPS podrá realizar misiones de acompañamiento al/la Coordinador/a de Caracterización, por ejemplo, para apoyar la finalización de la metodología y la realización de talleres de análisis/recomendaciones.

Plan de Viaje:

Debe estar disponible para las misiones en Honduras con el fin de coordinar las actividades del GTT conforme al cronograma definido, tanto para las fases cualitativa como cuantitativa.

A la terminación del ejercicio, el/la Coordinador/a de la Caracterización deberá entregar una base de datos y un informe final, incluyendo recomendaciones conjuntamente acordadas.

1. Seguimiento y control de los progresos

Los resultados del proyecto en el 2017 serán medidos a través de los siguientes productos:

Producto 1

Levantamiento de información secundaria e Informe de compilación y análisis de la informacion recolectadas (mapeo de actores y zonas).

Producto 2:

Informe del componente cuantitativo desarrollado con el apoyo técnico y operativo de World Vision correspondiente a la aplicación de las herramientas definidas en 20 comunidades/colonias de 14 municipios del país. Para el desarrollo de este producto se espera el involucramiento técnico del/la coordinadora en el diseño de las herramientas y la aplicación de las mismas bajo el liderazgo del equipo de World Vision.

Producto 3

Documento de anàlisis y consolidacion de la información obtenida a través de entrevistas a profundidad con actores clave a nivel nacional.

Producto 4

Coordinación de la segunda misión de JIPS a Honduras y entrega de informe de avance del documento metodológico del ejercicio de caracterización, incluyendo componentes cualitativo y cuantitativo. Así mismo la asistencia tecnica y operativa en el desarrollo de las sesiones del grupo técnico de trabajo (preparacion, levantamieto de las relatorias, facilitación, convocatorias) con los respectivos registros de cada sesión.

Es importante destacar que la presente consultoría corresponde a su primera fase de preparación y planeación con resultados esperados al 31 de diciembre de 2017 conforme a los productos establecidos. La segunda fase se desarrollará a partir del mes de enero de 2018 con una duración aproximada de siete meses aproximadamente conforme a la definición de los nuevos productos con énfasis en el diseño e implementación del componente cuantitativo el acompañamiento a la recolección de información, fases de análisis y redacción del informe final de acuerdo a las responsabilidades detalladas en los presentes términos de referencia.

Requisitos para la plaza vacante

1. Educación

2. Título universitario en ciencias humanas/sociales/políticas, derecho, demografía, estudios del desarrollo u otro tema similar

3. Preferible Familiaridad/Interés con desplazamiento interno, Derechos Humanos, protección internacional.

4. Experiencia laboral

5. 8 años de experiencia laboral relevante

6. Experiencia comprobada en investigación cualitativa y cuantitativa

7. Experiencia práctica en diseño de encuestas y gestión de la información.

8. Experiencia práctica en análisis de información estadística

9. Experiencia en el uso de SPSS u otro software estadístico

10. Experiencia práctica en recolección de información cualitativa

11. Excelentes habilidades analíticas y capacidad para entender y analizar contextos socio-culturales complejos con la información recolectada.

12. Excelentes habilidades organizacionales y de gestión.

13. Excelentes habilidades interpersonales e interculturales.

14. Excelente comprensión y uso de técnicas de capacitación.

15. Habilidades demostradas de liderazgo, facilitación y trabajo en grupo, y habilidades para establecer buenas relaciones de trabajo con Gobierno, agencias de Naciones Unidas, organizaciones de la sociedad civil, autoridades locales y comunidades.

16. Excelentes habilidades de redacción. El manejo del idioma inglés hablado y escrito será considerado una ventaja significativa.

17. Experiencia deseable de trabajo en situaciones de desplazamiento interno.

18. Competencias clave

Profesionales

• Conocimiento del mandato institucional y políticas relacionadas a la protección internacional, derechos humano; protección de personas desplazadas.
• Conocimiento/experiencia con el Sistema de NNUU y sus mecanismos;
• Habilidades analíticas, de evaluación e integración de información de varias fuentes;
• Tomar responsabilidad por incorporar una perspectiva de género y asegurar igualdad de participación entre mujeres y hombres en todas las áreas de trabajo.

Comunicación

• Fuertes habilidades de comunicación (Palabra, escritas y de presentación), incluyendo la habilidad de producir reportes escritos de manera clara y concisa, proporcionar entrenamiento a audiencias externas así como mantener efectivas relaciones con socios en español e inglés.

Planeación y organización

• Habilidad para establecer prioridades y realizar una adecuada planeación del trabajo, manejando la demanda y trabajar bajo presión de frecuentes y estrechas fechas de entrega de reportes y/o servicios;
• Habilidad para trabajar de manera independiente, con poca supervisión y mantenerse al día con la demanda laboral.

Trabajo en Equipo

• Excelentes relaciones interpersonales, incluyendo habilidad para establecer y mantener relaciones efectivas de trabajo con personas en un ambiente multi-cultural, con sensibilidad y respecto por la diversidad;
• Disposición para aprender de terceros;
• Disponibilidad para dar prioridad a la agenda del equipo sobre la personal, compartiendo el crédito por los logros y aceptando responsabilidad conjunta para los retrasos.

Orientación al Cliente

• Habilidad para establecer y mantener productivas relaciones con Personas de Interés de ACNUR a través de la obtención de su confianza y respeto;
• Identificar necesidades de las Personas de Interés y encontrar soluciones apropiadas;
• Monitorear el desarrollo de posibles problemas que afecten a las Personas de Interés para mantenerlos informados y reaccionar de manera oportuna

Como aplicar a la plaza vacante

Cargo: Coordinador de Caracterización de Población Desplazada en Honduras

Lugar de Trabajo: Tegucigalpa, Honduras

Contrato/Nivel: Individual Consultant

Duración: Noviembre/2017 al 31/Diciembre/2017

Condiciones de Empleo: Pago en base a productos:

Producto 1: 20% L. 42,402.11

Producto 2: 30% L. 63,603.17

Producto 3: 30% L. 63,603.17

Producto 4: 20% L. 42,402.11

Nota Importante: Las personas interesadas en postular a esta posición deben ser nacionales de Honduras o contar con un Permiso de Trabajo válido y vigente en Honduras. Adicional deberán contar con una póliza de seguro vigente durante el periodo de contrato.

Los candidatos calificados que estén interesados en la siguiente posición están invitados a presentar su solicitud escrita, adjuntando un formulario de Historia Personal (P.11) de las Naciones Unidas y carta de motivación (máximo 1 página), a más tardar el 25 de octubre de 2017. Los documentos de postulación deben ser enviados por correo electrónico a honduras@unhcr.org y panpa@unhcr.org, incluyendo la referencia de Oficina Nacional Tegucigalpa “Coordinador/a de la Caracterización de población Desplazada en Honduras” en el espacio del Asunto en el mensaje.

How to apply:

Nota Importante: Las personas interesadas en postular a esta posición deben ser nacionales de Honduras o contar con un Permiso de Trabajo válido y vigente en Honduras. Adicional deberán contar con una póliza de seguro vigente durante el periodo de contrato.

Los candidatos calificados que estén interesados en la siguiente posición están invitados a presentar su solicitud escrita, adjuntando un formulario de Historia Personal (P.11) de las Naciones Unidas y carta de motivación (máximo 1 página), a más tardar el 25 de octubre de 2017. Los documentos de postulación deben ser enviados por correo electrónico a honduras@unhcr.org y panpa@unhcr.org, incluyendo la referencia de Oficina Nacional Tegucigalpa “Coordinador/a de la Caracterización de población Desplazada en Honduras” en el espacio del Asunto en el mensaje.

Organization: Li Ch’utam
Country: Guatemala
Closing date: 30 Nov 2017

IMMEDIATE VOLUNTEER NEED!

LICHUTAM is an international development organization based in El Valle del Polochic–Guatemala. The Polochic Valley is one of the most disadvantaged areas in Guatemala, where education is still a privilege only a few can afford. Most rural communities in the region are affected by low income, high levels of poverty, and low access to basic service such as health, electricity, and water. Since 2009 we have been working to promote sustainable development in indigenous Maya communities through innovative solutions with the aim to improve education and livelihoods of local inhabitants.

Currently our projects serve two Maya Q’eqchi speaking communities, with a total population of 600 people, focusing on following key activities:

1. Support teachers at the primary school in the community of Nueva Mercedes
2. Organize extracurricular activities such as computer classes, arts, crafts, mind-training games, and sports for children
3. Scholarship Program to provide support for students in secondary and high school
4. Family Projects: kitchen gardens, teaching planting/harvesting techniques, providing technical agricultural support

We are a small and young organization, a group of eager and practical people who want to make a difference in the world.

Currently, we are looking for a Local Programme Coordinator to lead a team of up to 4 volunteers. This is a fantastic opportunity for a person who has interest in international development, enjoys working in rural environment, has excellent intercultural communication skills and previous experience in project management.

Your Profile

We are looking for a commitment of 6-12 months in the field in order to develop a long-term relationship of trust with the local Maya community and to facilitate ownership within the organization.

Education

A minimum of an undergraduate degree in pedagogical studies, international development, international relations, economics, anthropology, environmental science, or equivalent. Master’s degree and/or knowledge in alternative pedagogies such as Stainer School or Freire’s Pedagogy of the Oppressed are advantages.

Required Skills

• Ability to engage for a minimum 6 months’ period in the field
• Fluency in Spanish and English (written and spoken)
• Experience managing or leading a team
• Clear understanding of the Project Management Cycle including: project initiation, planning, execution, monitoring and evaluation, and closing
• Awareness of the importance of project ownership and active participation to ensure sustainable growth for the organization
• Ability to be flexible and adapt to the challenges of living in a rural environment and a tropical climate
• Ability to work collaboratively in an international, multicultural, multi-ethnic environment and team, utilizing strong intercultural communication skills
• Experience working in rural areas in developing countries

Additional Skills

• «Hands-on» attitude & result-based management
• Project monitoring and evaluation experience
• Grant writing and/or research experience
• Understanding of the Guatemalan educational system, state sponsored policies and their relationship with indigenous communities
• Experience working with indigenous communities, development of community-based education in rural areas, knowledge and creativity to apply pedagogical games to support education are highly desired

Your Responsibilities

• Field coordination, management, and execution of LICHUTAM projects (planning, implementation, evaluation, redesign and improvement if necessary)
• Management of local and international volunteers
• Managing local project activities on a daily basis to include: assisting teachers at the local school; developing and implementing additional educational programs/activities; coordinating the sustainable family garden initiative; approving local educational scholarship candidates; and completing administrative tasks that ensure the overall success of the LICHUTAM mission
• Administrative follow-up and budget control of the projects to include writing internal reports, developing promotional material (social media, newsletters, blogs, etc.), and conducting research on potential financial resources
• Activity reporting to LICHUTAM International Board (Guatemala and Germany)
• Partnership network development with local and international NGOs, governmental agencies, associations, local schools, etc.
• Maintain a trustful relationship with the community

What we offer

• To cover all living (accommodation and food) and work related transport expenses; housing is provided in a modern volunteer lodge with maximum 3 other volunteers *
• Internet connection
• A unique opportunity to gain work experience in a cross-cultural environment and to work with indigenous Q’eqchi Mayan families in the heart of Guatemala
• Ability to improve your language skills through complete immersion
• Ability to learn about forward thinking development projects and take an active role in planning and implementing them
• A recommendation letter upon successful completion of the assignment

Joining our volunteer team is a challenging opportunity that suits highly motivated people interested in pursuing a career within international development and who want to make a visible difference in the lives of others.

* Unfortunately we cannot offer a salary, health insurance, or compensation for flights to and from Guatemala.

How to apply:

Please submit your application, consisting of a CV and a motivation letter, to info@lichutam.org no later than 30 November 2017. Please mark “Application: Local Programme Coordinator” in the subject field. Please specify your potential start date within the email and/or motivation letter.

As we are looking to fill this position as soon as possible, interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis so we encourage interested applicants to apply as soon as possible. We will not wait until the suspense date if we identify a qualified candidate earlier than 30 November.

We will contact all successful applicants to arrange an interview via Skype.

Javier Muñoz fue director de Aldeas Infantiles en Guinea Ecuatorial durante cinco años

Una exposición, organizada por Oxfam Intermón en Barcelona, ofrece un recorrido por la vida de las mujeres en el conflicto silenciado de República Centroafricana