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“Smart” approaches aren’t just for cell phones. It’s time to take some of the qualities of smart technology – capable, cross-cutting and transformative – and apply them to the way we manage one of our most fundamental natural resources: forests. What does it mean to be “forest smart”? In essence, it has to do with taking a comprehensive look at landscapes to understand how forests are being affected by activities in other sectors, and how to enhance the benefits that we derive from forests. On one hand, global deforestation and forest degradation is being driven by a range of different factors, including the expansion of agricultural lands, the development of roads and mines, and the demand for wood-based fuels. On the other hand, while such activities are crucial to countries’ economic development and the wellbeing of local communities, they may also undermine the valuable services that forests provide, including carbon sequestration, air and water filtration, soil fertility, as well as a source of income and jobs. At the World Bank, being forest smart entails finding the complementarities – and not just the competing factors – between these different sectors, to deliver benefits for the climate as well as for development. This approach is captured in the World Bank Group’s Forest Action Plan for Fiscal Years 2016-2010 and represents a critical element in meeting the World Bank’s poverty reduction goals, since forests provide critical support to the poor. Worldwide, 1 in 11 people are lifted out of extreme poverty thanks to forest resources. In addition to the 300-350 million people who live within or close to forests and depend on them almost entirely for their subsistence, hundreds of millions more rely on forests for food, construction materials, and energy. Key to implementing the forest smart approach is working with a variety of partners to identify opportunities of mutual benefit, and to devise innovative solutions that can be implemented at scale. Importantly, the World Bank is able to draw on its expertise across a wide range of sectors, not just in forestry but also in the extractive industries, infrastructure, disaster risk management, energy and agriculture, among others. One example of how the World Bank is carrying out the forest-smart approach is through a $47-million project in Mozambique, where currently around 140,000 hectares of forest are being lost every year. The project is investing in the livelihoods of thousands of small and medium landholders, improving the sustainability of activities that can impact forests – including the production of timber, charcoal and agricultural crops – while simultaneously reducing deforestation and greenhouse gas emissions. The forestry sector already accounts for nearly three percent of Mozambique’s GDP (2011 estimate) and directly employs 22,000 people, but there is significant potential for increasing these benefits.    Another example is the World Bank’s work in Moldova, where the majority of poor communities depend on agriculture for their livelihoods, but the competitiveness of agro-food exports remains relatively low. Part of the Moldova Agriculture Competitiveness Project is to increase the use of sustainable land management practices like forestry shelter belts, which can limit soil erosion and sequester carbon, while contributing to greater returns for farmers. We are also getting smarter about harnessing the positive impacts of forests for reducing the risks from natural disasters. Mangroves, for instance, can not only act as a buffer against storms, flooding and coastal erosion, but also provide valuable habitat for wildlife – which translates into positive outcomes for fisheries, tourism, and local jobs. In Jamaica – one of the world’s most at-risk countries when it comes to natural hazards – a $30-million project aims to help the Government strengthen the country’s resilience to such threats, including by integrating nature-based infrastructure solutions. With additional support from the Program on Forests and the Global Facility for Disaster Risk and Recovery, this project will benefit 300,000 Jamaicans through better preparedness in the face of climate change. No matter the driver, changes in forest cover can have very real and wide-reaching impacts on communities and their wellbeing, as well as on the global climate. The development challenges of an increasingly complex and connected world demand ever more comprehensive answers – including for forests. International Day of Forests, celebrated on March 21st, is a timely reminder that being forest smart is vital to achieving sustainable development objectives. Are you forest smart? Take the quiz to find out! 

Los enfoques “inteligentes” no solo se pueden emplear con los teléfonos celulares. Es hora de aprovechar algunas de las cualidades de las tecnologías inteligentes —tener capacidad y ser transversales y transformadoras— y aplicarlas a la gestión de los bosques, uno de nuestros recursos naturales más fundamentales. ¿Qué significa ser “inteligentes en relación con los bosques”? En esencia, tiene que ver con examinar de manera integral los paisajes para entender cómo los bosques se ven afectados por las actividades de otros sectores y de qué manera mejorar los beneficios que obtenemos de los bosques. Por un lado, la deforestación y la degradación de los bosques en el mundo son impulsadas por diversos factores, que incluyen la expansión de las tierras agrícolas, el desarrollo de caminos y explotaciones mineras y la demanda de combustibles obtenidos a partir de la madera. Por otro lado, si bien estas actividades son esenciales para el desarrollo económico de los países y el bienestar de las comunidades locales, también pueden socavar los valiosos servicios que proporcionan los bosques, entre ellos el secuestro de carbono, la filtración de aire y agua, la fertilidad del suelo, así como el hecho de constituir una fuente de ingresos y empleo. En el Banco Mundial, ser inteligentes en relación con los bosques implica encontrar las complementariedades —y no solo los factores contrapuestos— entre estos diferentes sectores, con el fin de generar beneficios tanto para el clima como para el desarrollo. Este enfoque aparece en el Plan de Acción Forestal (i) del Grupo Banco Mundial para los ejercicios 2016-2020, y constituye un elemento fundamental para alcanzar los objetivos del Banco Mundial en materia de reducción de la pobreza, ya que los bosques proporcionan un apoyo crucial a los pobres. En todo el mundo, 1 de cada 11 personas sale de la pobreza extrema gracias a los recursos forestales. Además de los 300 millones a 350 millones de habitantes que viven en o cerca de los bosques y dependen casi exclusivamente de ellos para su subsistencia, cientos de millones más usan los bosques para obtener alimentos, materiales de construcción y energía. Para implementar un enfoque inteligente en relación con los bosques es clave trabajar con diversos asociados en la tarea de identificar oportunidades de beneficio mutuo y diseñar soluciones innovadoras que se puedan implementar a mayor escala. Es importante destacar que el Banco Mundial puede aprovechar su experiencia en una amplia gama de sectores, no solo en el sector forestal sino también en las industrias extractivas, la infraestructura, la gestión del riesgo de desastres, la energía y la agricultura, entre otros. En Mozambique, un proyecto por un monto de USD 47 millones (i) constituye un buen ejemplo de cómo el Grupo Banco Mundial implementa un enfoque inteligente en relación con los bosques. En este país, se pierden en la actualidad alrededor de 140 000 hectáreas forestales cada año. Mediante este proyecto se invierte en los medios de subsistencia de miles de pequeños y medianos propietarios de tierras, lo cual permite mejorar la sostenibilidad de las actividades que pueden afectar a los bosques —como la producción de madera y carbón vegetal, y los cultivos agrícolas— y, al mismo tiempo, reducir la deforestación y las emisiones de gases de efecto invernadero. El sector forestal ya representa casi el 3 % del producto interno bruto (PIB) de Mozambique (según estimaciones de 2011) y emplea de manera directa a 22 000 personas y existe un potencial considerable para aumentar estos beneficios. Otro ejemplo es la labor del Banco Mundial en Moldova, donde la mayoría de las comunidades pobres dependen de la agricultura para su subsistencia, pero la competitividad de las exportaciones agroalimentarias sigue siendo relativamente baja. Uno de los objetivos del Proyecto sobre Competitividad del Sector Agrícola (i) en este país es aumentar el uso de prácticas de gestión sostenible de la tierra como las cortinas forestales, que pueden limitar la erosión del suelo y secuestrar el carbono, contribuyendo al mismo tiempo a generar mayores rendimientos para los agricultores. También estamos aprendiendo más sobre cómo aprovechar los impactos positivos de los bosques para reducir los riesgos de los desastres naturales. Los manglares, por ejemplo, no solo pueden actuar como un amortiguador contra las tormentas, las inundaciones y la erosión costera, sino que también proporcionan un valioso hábitat para la vida silvestre, lo que se traduce en resultados positivos para la pesca, el turismo y los empleos a nivel local. En Jamaica —uno de los países más vulnerables a los riesgos naturales— un proyecto por un monto de USD 30 millones (i) tiene como objetivo ayudar al Gobierno a fortalecer la resiliencia del país ante tales amenazas, e incluye medidas como la implementación de soluciones de infraestructura basadas en la naturaleza. Este proyecto, con asistencia adicional del Programa sobre Bosques (i) y el Fondo Mundial para la Reducción de los Desastres y la Recuperación, (i) beneficiará a 300 000 jamaicanos mediante una mejor preparación frente al cambio climático. Sin importar cuál sea el factor que impulse los cambios en la cubierta forestal, estos pueden tener impactos muy reales y de gran alcance en las comunidades y el bienestar de ellas, así como en el clima a nivel mundial. En un mundo cada vez más complejo e interconectado, los desafíos de desarrollo, incluidos los relacionados con los bosques, demandan respuestas más integrales. El Día Internacional de los Bosques, que se celebra el 21 de marzo, constituye un recordatorio de que ser inteligentes en relación con los bosques es un enfoque crucial para alcanzar los objetivos de desarrollo sostenible. ¿Es usted inteligente en relación con los bosques? ¡Para averiguarlo, responda el cuestionario!

Challenge Despite the nation’s recovery from the 2001–2002 economic crisis, developing a strong and inclusive safety net in Argentina continued to be critical. Poverty remained at around 20 percent and was significantly higher in the poorer…

Organization: Abt Associates
Country: Paraguay
Closing date: 10 Apr 2017

Opportunity

Abt Associates seeks a qualified Technical Specialist 10 / Entomological Monitoring Manager to support the PMI AIRS project with the International Health Division in Paraguay.

The USAID-funded President’s Malaria Initiative (PMI) Africa Indoor Residual Spraying (AIRS) Project supports USAID Missions and Bureaus to plan, implement, and monitor and evaluate vector control activities to prevent mosquito-borne diseases (including malaria and Zika) in African, Latin American, and Caribbean countries where USAID supports vector control efforts. The overall goal of the project is to reduce the burden of vector-borne diseases by enhancing USAID’s ability to implement mosquito control programs on the ground by providing technical expertise, building local governments’ capacity, creating innovative implementation models, conducting cost-effective commodity procurement and logistics systems, and engaging local communities in affected countries.

Under the supervision of the Chief of Party, the Technical Specialist 10 / Entomological Monitoring Manager provides technical guidance and overseas all entomological monitoring activities for the AIRS 2 Project.

Key Roles and Responsibilities

• Support USAID vector control program and entomological monitoring in designated country in the preparation of annual comprehensive entomological monitoring work plans and budgets
• Provide technical oversight in making sure that entomological monitoring activities are conducted according to the WHO and CDC guidelines and best practices
• Support capacity assessment and capacity building of technical staff of the project, country institutions and other relevant partners to ensure high quality entomological monitoring activities are conducted independently with minimum technical assistance from home office to ensure sustainability
• Work closely with project to identify gaps related to materials, test kits, insecticide impregnated papers for both adult and larval testing, and other items needed for successful implementation of entomological monitoring activities, particularly items that must be procured internationally; follow up on procurement process and timely delivery of these items
• Support project in the analysis and write up of entomological monitoring reports with support from entomology technicians .
• Review the content entomological monitoring reports for technical accuracy
• Advise USAID/PMI and counterparts in the selection of insecticides for adult and larval control based on evidences generated by the project and other partners
• Document and publish findings of entomological monitoring project, such as lessons learned and best practices in national, regional and international contexts; identify sources to contribute to the national and international vector control information pool to influence policies
• Ensures the transfer of technical skills to local institutions
• Participate in M&E activities of the malaria and Zika project
• Perform other additional duties assigned by the project

Preferred Skills / Prerequisites

• Master’s degree (minimum), Doctorate degree (desirable), in Medical Entomology
• 7 to 10 years of relevant professional work experience with a Master’s Degree, or 4 to 6 years with a Doctorate, including at least 4 years of experience directly related to integrated vector control management, including monitoring and control of Aedes mosquitoes
• Experience in regulatory and operational aspects of vector control methods and management
• Demonstrated ability to work with minimal direction and supervision
• Demonstrated ability to work as a member of a team with the ability to accept the inputs of other team members
• Good management and planning skills of project tasks
• Produces high quality work in a timely, cost effective manner, and has excellent writing skills
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal communication and computer skills
• Experience with USAID and donor projects is highly desirable
• Experience with dengue and chikunguyna vector control in the LAC region is an advantage
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English. Additional fluency in Spanish or French preferred

Minimum Qualifications
6+ years of experience and a master degree OR the equivalent combination of education and experience.

Abt Associates is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse workforce. Abt Associates provides market-competitive salaries and comprehensive employee benefits. Local candidates strongly encouraged to apply.

How to apply:

https://career4.successfactors.com/sfcareer/jobreqcareer?jobId=43101&company=AbtPROD&usernam…=

Organization: International Organization for Migration
Country: Portugal
Closing date: 31 Mar 2017

VN PT 2017/02

Open to Internal and External Candidates

Position Title: Project Assistant

Duty Station: Lisbon, Portugal

Classification: General Service Staff, Grade G5 – part time (50%)**

Type of Appointment: Fixed Term, one year with possibility of extension

Estimated Start Date: 15 April 2017

Closing Date: 31 March 2017

Established in 1951, IOM is the leading inter-governmental organization in the field of migration and works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners. IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It does so by providing services and advice to governments and migrants.

IOM is committed to a diverse and inclusive environment. Internal and external candidates are eligible to apply to this vacancy. For the purpose of the vacancy, internal candidates are considered as first-tier candidates.

Context:

Under the direct supervision of the Head of Office, and in coordination with the International Migrant Law Unit (IML) at Headquarters, the successful candidate will assist in implementing a variety of tasks related to the Project “Upholding human rights standards at the UHSA Reception Centre for irregular migrants in Porto”, Portugal.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

a) Revise and adjust assessment questionnaires and apply them through interviews to map the capacity-building needs of staff working at the administrative detention centre;

b) Prepare the migration and health training for border guards and delivery of the training. Revise and adjust the content of existing material to the specific context of the project;

c) In coordination with the International Migration Law Unit (IML), organize information sessions for practitioners, judges, border guards, and immigration police on alternatives to detention. Draft the proposed agenda, identify and contact national speakers, identify participants, and take care of the logistics;

d) Prepare and update relevant information material for migrants on legal procedures and mechanisms on regular migration as well as on the risks of migrating irregularly;

e) Support in the organization of group sessions with migrants lodged at UHSA;

f) Conduct a small-scale assessment of the administrative detention model in Portugal;

g) Perform any other duties as may be assigned.

Required Competencies:

· Accountability: Accepts and gives constructive criticism, Follows all relevant procedures, processes, and policies, Meets deadline, cost, and quality requirements for outputs, Monitors own work to correct errors, Takes responsibility for meeting commitments and for any shortcomings.

· Client Orientation: Identifies the immediate and peripheral clients of own work, Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with clients, Identifies and monitors changes in the needs of clients, including donors, governments, and project beneficiaries, Keeps clients informed of developments and setbacks.

· Continuous learning: Contributes to colleagues’ learning, Demonstrates interest in improving relevant skills, Demonstrates interest in acquiring skills relevant to other functional areas, Keeps abreast of developments in own professional area.

· Communication: Actively shares relevant information, Clearly communicates, and listens to feedback on, changing priorities and procedures, Writes clearly and effectively, adjusting wording to the intended audience, Listens effectively and communicates clearly, adapting delivery to the audience.

· Creativity and Initiative: Actively seeks new ways of improving programmes or services, Expands responsibilities while maintaining existing ones, Persuades others to consider new ideas, Proactively develops new ways to resolve problems.

· Leadership and Negotiation: Convince others to share resources, Actively identifies opportunities for and promotes organizational change, Presents goals as shared interests, Articulates vision to motivate colleagues and follows through with commitments.

· Performance Management: Provides constructive feedback to colleagues, Identifies ways for their staff to develop their abilities and careers, Provides fair, accurate, timely and constructive staff evaluations, Uses staff evaluations appropriately in recruitment and other relevant HR procedures, Holds directly reporting managers accountable for providing fair, accurate, timely and constructive staff evaluations.

· Planning and Organizing: Sets clear and achievable goals consistent with agreed priorities for self and others, Identifies priority activities and assignments for self and others, Organizes and documents work to allow for planned and unplanned handovers, Identifies risks and makes contingency plans, Adjusts priorities and plans to achieve goals, Allocates appropriate times and resources for own work and that of team members.

· Professionalism: Masters subject matter related to responsibilities, Identifies issues, opportunities, and risks central to responsibilities, Incorporates gender-related needs, perspectives, and concerns, and promotes equal gender participation, Persistent, calm, and polite in the face of challenges and stress, Treats all colleagues with respect and dignity, Works effectively with people from different cultures by adapting to relevant cultural contexts, Knowledgeable about and promotes IOM core mandate and migration solutions.

· Teamwork: Actively contributes to an effective, collegial, and agreeable team environment, Contributes to, and follows team objectives, Gives credit where credit is due, Seeks input and feedback from others, Delegates tasks and responsibilities as appropriate, Actively supports and implements final group decisions, Takes joint responsibility for team’s work.

· Technological Awareness: Learns about developments in available technology, Proactively identifies and advocates for cost-efficient technology solutions, Understands applicability and limitation of technology and seeks to apply it to appropriate work.

• Resource Mobilization: Establishes realistic resource requirements to meet IOM needs.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

• A secondary school diploma from an accredited educational institution with minimum 5 years of relevant work experience; or Bachelors degree or equivalent or higher, with minimum 3 years of relevant work experience:

• Master degree in Political Sciences or Law would be a distinctive advantage,

• Minimum three years of relevant working experience in international settings in the field of human rights standards and migration;

• Knowledge of European institutions and policy in the field of migration and administrative detention of migrants;

• Experience in working with international organizations, governmental and diplomatic authorities is an asset;

• Ability to manage logistic and administrative aspects of projects.

Languages: Fluency in Portuguese and English are required.

Other

Internals of the Organization and NMS candidates, as well as external female candidates will be considered as first-tier candidates. This vacancy is also open to second-tier candidates.

The appointment is subject to funding confirmation.

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment and verification of residency, visa and authorizations by the concerned Government, where applicable.

This post is subject to local recruitment. Only candidates with legal residency and work permit in Portugal will be eligible for consideration.

How to apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications – Personal History Form and motivation letter in English by 31 March 2017 to iomlisbon@iom.int quoting the above vacancy notice number.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Posting period:

From: 17 March 2017 to 31 March 2017.

Organization: Abt Associates
Country: Paraguay
Closing date: 10 Apr 2017

Opportunity

Abt Associates seeks a qualified Administration Manager 10 / Finance and Administration Manager to support the International Health Division with the PMI AIRS Project in Paraguay.

The USAID-funded President’s Malaria Initiative (PMI) Africa Indoor Residual Spraying (AIRS) Project supports USAID Missions and Bureaus to plan, implement, and monitor and evaluate vector control activities to prevent mosquito-borne diseases (including malaria and Zika) in African, Latin American, and Caribbean countries where USAID supports vector control efforts. The overall goal of the project is to reduce the burden of vector-borne diseases by enhancing USAID’s ability to implement mosquito control programs on the ground by providing technical expertise, building local governments’ capacity, creating innovative implementation models, conducting cost-effective commodity procurement and logistics systems, and engaging local communities in affected countries.

Under the supervision of the Chief of Party, the Administration Manager 10 / Finance & Administration Manager oversees and directs all aspects of financial management and administrative support for the PMI AIRS Project.

Key Roles and Responsibilities

• Develops, manages, and monitors project budgets and annual workplans.
• Prepares accurate financial reports, and monthly cash fund requests in close coordination with senior project staff.
• Prepares annual site office revenue projections and updates budget tracker forecast on a monthly basis.
• Ensures that project operations are in compliance with all USAID and Abt policies and procedures.
• Supports the startup, general operations, and closedown of the PMI AIRS.
• Manages the financial operations and financial reporting of the country program, providing guidance, training and technical assistance to financial and non-financial management personnel.
• Supervises and coaches the project Accountant, Procurement & Logistics Manager, IT Specialist, Office Manager and other administrative support staff.
• Conducts a financial brown bag on a quarterly basis to build the financial capacity of technical and operations personnel on different financial topics, including compliance, travel, budgeting, forecasting and procurement.
• Creates and maintains financial reporting and tracking systems that provide basic data measurements on financial performance of project activities and develops/recommends cost cutting and compliant strategies to implement the project with less resources.
• Provides ongoing financial administration to the project, including the processing of approvals for procurements, consultant agreements, and vendor invoices.
• Manages the timely submission of the monthly financial submission (ROV) to the headquarters office.
• Serves as the project’s contact with the client on finance and administrative issues, participating in discussions on contract issues and actions, and following up on client requests and concerns.
• Supports the development, execution, and management of subcontractor and consultant agreements.
• Develops and implements a payment system for seasonal vector control technicians and community mobilizers.
• Develops and implements systems to streamline financial practices and procedures.
• Updates the project FCA at Headquarters on all contractual, financial and legal issues affecting the project.
• Performs random audits of inventory to make sure inventory reports prepared by the operations team are always accurate and up to date.
• Oversees human resources activities affecting the project, including but not limited to the hiring, termination, benefit tracking and legal disputes involving current and former site office personnel.

Preferred Skills / Prerequisites

• Bachelors Degree (minimum), or a Masters Degree (preferred), in Business , Administration, or other relevant field.
• At least six (6) years of professional experience managing financial and contractual aspects of large international development projects, preferably USAID-funded projects.
• Significant experience managing and supervising financial and procurement management personnel.
• Familiarity with US Government Cost Accounting Standards, and a good knowledge of Federal and USAID Acquisition Regulations (FARs and AIDARs).
• Strong analytical and computer skills, with an emphasis on budget and financial analysis.
• Experience in logistics, procurement, and supply chain management highly desirable.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English are highly desirable.

Minimum Qualifications
6+ years of experience and bachelor degree OR the equivalent combination of education and experience.

Abt Associates is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse workforce. Abt Associates provides market-competitive salaries and comprehensive employee benefits. Local candidates strongly encouraged to apply.

How to apply:

https://career4.successfactors.com/sfcareer/jobreqcareer?jobId=43105&company=AbtPROD&usernam…=

Organization: Counterpart International
Country: Guatemala
Closing date: 31 May 2017

equip individuals, organizations and communities-our counterparts- to become solution creators in their own families, communities, regions and countries. We work with them in some of the world’s most challenging places to tackle social, economic, environmental, health and governance issues that threaten their lives and undermine their futures.

For more information on Counterpart, please visit our website at www.Counterpart.org

Job Profile:

Counterpart International is currently seeking a Deputy Chief of Party (DCOP) to provide technical and managerial leadership, with a focus on overseeing the effective implementation of key activities on the anticipated five-year USAID Communities Building Peace Together (CBPT) Project. The overall goal of the CBPT is to address social conflict in the Western Highlands, specifically focusing on and empowering youth and families, while building peace at the community and municipal levels. The Project will seek to address the drivers of social conflict by focusing on four general categories—youth and families; governance; land; and extractive industries and natural resource exploitation. The DCOP will be expected to work closely with the Chief of Party (COP) to manage the day-to-day operations of the Project. This position will be based in Guatemala City, Guatemala and will report to the COP. Guatemalan nationals are encouraged to apply.

Primary Responsibilities

· Support the COP in overall day-to-day management and operations of the program.

· Provide technical and managerial leadership, with a focus on overseeing effective implementation of key project activities.

· Assume full responsibility for the project in the absence of the COP.

· Support the development of program strategies, planning, and implementation of program activities while ensuring cohesion among program components, with attention to gender integration, social inclusion, youth engagement, and empowering Indigenous and other marginalized populations.

· Guide and ensure highest quality of project monitoring, evaluation, reporting and communications.

· Ensure program implementation is in compliance with Counterpart and USAID rules and regulations.

· Provide mentoring and professional development support to project staff, with emphasis on building capacity of national staff.

· Represent Counterpart to USAID, local and national governmental authorities, local CSOs, community organizations, Indigenous groups, private sector entities, and other donor organizations.

· Contribute to the development of reports including quarterly reports, annual results reports, pipeline and resource estimates.

Qualifications

Skills and Experience:

· Minimum 10 years of experience in international development, preferably in community development, violence prevention, or conflict transformation.

· Must have an excellent track record of achieving results in similar activities.

· Must have demonstrated high- level leadership, interpersonal, and analytical skills.

· Demonstrated experience in effectively working with local government structures, senior government officials, civil society actors, other donors and USG projects.

· Demonstrated experience working effectively with diverse teams and building partnerships.

· Demonstrated commitment to gender integration, social inclusion, and building social cohesion within Indigenous groups and structures.

· Guatemalan or regional experience is preferred, with additional consideration for demonstrated Guatemalan experience.

Education

· Minimum of a Master’s degree in public administration, public management, law, international development, youth development or other relevant fields.

· Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and an additional three years of experience could be substituted for a Master’s degree.

Language

· Fluency in spoken and written English and Spanish. 3

How to apply:

All qualified should submit thier most up to date resume with three professional references through the Counterpart website https://rew12.ultipro.com/COU1004/JobBoard/JobDetails.aspx?__ID=*D217D9B66AC7B660

Organization: Counterpart International
Country: Guatemala
Closing date: 31 May 2017

Counterpart International helps people build better lives and more durable futures, community by community. We equip individuals, organizations and communities-our counterparts- to become solution creators in their own families, communities, regions and countries. We work with them in some of the world’s most challenging places to tackle social, economic, environmental, health and governance issues that threaten their lives and undermine their futures.

For more information on Counterpart, please visit our website at www.Counterpart.org

Job Profile:

Counterpart International is currently seeking a Chief of Party (COP) to provide overall technical and administrative leadership and expertise for the anticipated five-year USAID Communities Building Peace Together (CBPT) Project. The COP will serve as primary liaison with USAID/Guatemala on management and technical matters and will be responsible for communications with USAID, for publicly representing the Project, and for liaising with the Government of Guatemala and other institutions and stakeholders on issues related to conflict mitigation and community development, particularly in the Western Highlands. The overall goal of the Communities Building Peace Together Project is to address social conflict in the Western Highlands, specifically focusing on and empowering youth and families, while building peace at the community and municipal levels. The Project will seek to address the drivers of social conflict by focusing on four general categories—youth and families; governance; land; and extractive industries and natural resource exploitation. The COP will have a demonstrated ability to work in complex, politically charged, environments, across different cultures; and manage diverse teams to deliver impact within agreed timelines. This is will be a full-time position (contingent on funding) based in Guatemala City, Guatemala. This position will report to the Regional Director of Latin America and Caribbean Programs. Guatemalan nationals are encouraged to apply.

Primary Responsibilities

· Manage all aspects of project implementation in meeting the objectives of the cooperative agreement including, but not limited to, technical, administrative, operational, and logistical management of project activities, reporting directly to the designated USAID AOR.

· Lead coordination among USAID and key stakeholders, and other implementing partners.

· Ensure all project assistance is technically sound and appropriate.

· Ensure highest quality of project monitoring, evaluation, reporting, and communications.

· Identify obstacles and risks related to implementation in a timely manner and suggest appropriate adjustments to the home office and donor.

· Provide mentoring and professional development support to project staff, with emphasis on building capacity of national staff.

· Oversee all administrative, contracting, hiring, recruitment, financial, and logistical aspects of the program in compliance with Counterpart policies and procedures.

· Coordinate activities between the field office and Counterpart headquarters; ensure cooperation and communication with other Counterpart programs in Guatemala.

· Assume financial accountability and ensure successful implementation of the program.

· Ensure compliance with Counterpart and USAID rules and regulations, particularly with respect to financial and grant management.

· Serve as primary liaison to USAID, local and national governmental authorities, local nongovernmental organizations, community organizations, and other donor organizations to coordinate activities and facilitate monitoring and reporting of project objectives and achievements of results.

· Establish and maintain critical working relationships with a wide range of stakeholders to secure buy-in and active participation in program activities.

· Leverage networks, program investments, and project successes to seek opportunities for program expansion and promoting Counterpart’s practice areas.

Qualifications

Skills and Experience:

· Minimum of 12 years of experience in international development with at least eight years’ experience in a management/leadership position, preferably in community development, youth development, governance, violence prevention, social cohesion, and/or civil society strengthening.

· Experience working with programs/projects that are of a similar scope and scale to this project, required.

· Demonstrated ability to successfully lead and manage challenging projects involving various stakeholders.

· High level of leadership, interpersonal, and analytical skills, including a demonstrated ability to interact effectively and collaboratively with a broad range of government, civil society counterparts, indigenous and local councils, private sector entities, and other key stakeholders.

· Guatemalan or regional experience is preferred, with additional consideration for demonstrated Guatemalan experience.

· Previous experience managing complex donor-funded projects. Knowledge of USAID development approaches, as well as understanding of USAID rules and regulations and mandatory reporting requirements.

Education:

· Minimum of a Master’s degree in law, international development, public policy, youth development, conflict transformation and/or mitigation, or other relevant field (a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and an additional three years of experience could be substituted for a Master’s degree).

Language:

· Fluency in spoken and written English and Spanish.

How to apply:

All qualified should submit a copy of their most up to date resume with three professoinal references to https://rew12.ultipro.com/COU1004/JobBoard/JobDetails.aspx?__ID=*5CE4DC94DFA54CEE

Organization: Abt Associates
Country: Paraguay
Closing date: 10 Apr 2017

Opportunity

Abt Associates seeks a qualified Technical Specialist 10 / Vector Control Manager to support the PMI AIRS Project with the International Health Division in Paraguay.

The USAID-funded President’s Malaria Initiative (PMI) Africa Indoor Residual Spraying (AIRS) Project supports USAID Missions and Bureaus to plan, implement, and monitor and evaluate vector control activities to prevent mosquito-borne diseases (including malaria and Zika) in African, Latin American, and Caribbean countries where USAID supports vector control efforts. The overall goal of the project is to reduce the burden of vector-borne diseases by enhancing USAID’s ability to implement mosquito control programs on the ground by providing technical expertise, building local governments’ capacity, creating innovative implementation models, conducting cost-effective commodity procurement and logistics systems, and engaging local communities in affected countries.

Under the supervision of the Chief of Party, the Technical Specialist 10 / Vector Control Manager provides technical guidance and overseas all implementation activities for the AIRS Zika vector control activities.

Key Roles and Responsibilities

• Provides technical guidance and oversee implementation of all environmental management, larviciding, health education and outreach, and personal protection activities.
• Oversees all activities at the department level in collaboration with local government stakeholders.
• Manages and supervises project implementation staff including the Health Education & Community Mobilization Manager, the Larvicide/Adulticide Manager and up to 5 Department Coordinators.
• Responsible for identification of all the project’s technical assistance needs, development of suitable scopes of work, recruitment of consultants, and execution of technical assistance contracts.
• Coordinates and oversees cascade trainings for Vector Control seasonal workers.
• Coordinates national- and department-level planning for vector control activities with local government authorities.
• Responsible for developing pre-campaign timelines for vector control activities to ensure activities start in advance of the Zika transmission period.
• Evaluates problems and carries out treatments, as needed, selecting biological, chemical or physical control methods, application rates and appropriate equipment to obtain required coverage.
• Ensures that project operations are in compliance with all USAID and Abt Associates policies and procedures.
• Supports the COP in the development of country workplans, vector control operations reports, and other technical and programmatic reports, as required.
• Works collaboratively with the AIRS HQ Operations Director and Technical Director to implement Zika vector control best practices.

Preferred Skills / Prerequisites

• Masters Degree in Entomology, Public Health, Environmental Science, or other relevant field.
• At least six (6) years of professional experience managing large international vector control projects, preferably USAID-funded projects.
• Background in public health, vector-borne diseases, particularly prior experience in entomological surveillance, control of Dengue and Chikungunya vector/s, and program management preferred.
• Significant experience managing and supervising personnel and program activities in LAC.
• Experience in managing teams of people.
• Strong client management, communication, and people management skills highly desirable
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English are highly desirable.

Minimum Qualifications
(6+) years of experience and a master degree OR the equivalent combination of education and experience.

Abt Associates is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse workforce. Abt Associates provides market-competitive salaries and comprehensive employee benefits. Local candidates strongly encouraged to apply.

How to apply:

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Organization: Counterpart International
Country: El Salvador
Closing date: 21 Apr 2017

*Counterpart International helps people build better lives and more durable futures, community by community. We equip individuals, organizations and communities-our counterparts- to become solution creators in their own families, communities, regions and countries. We work with them in some of the world’s most challenging places to tackle social, economic, environmental, health and governance issues that threaten their lives and undermine their futures.*For more information on Counterpart, please visit our website at www.Counterpart.org

Job Profile:

Counterpart International is seeking a Senior Democracy and Governance Specialist (STTA), with a good track record in successful project management, donor relations and troubleshooting to support the Deputy Chief of Party (DCOP) with completing specific Project start-up deliverables and to assist with day-to-day management of all aspects of project implementation (technical, financial, compliance). The ideal candidate must have strong familiarity with USAID processes and procedures, including project start-up, USAID procurement policy and grant making, and monitoring practices. The STTA specialist will assist the DCOP in proactively building strategic alliances with USAID, local government officials, local partner organizations, and other country level funders. Will also assist with developing program strategies and in planning and implementation program activities while ensuring cohesion among program components, providing technical support, staff management and development, and high-standard reporting to the donor.

Primary Responsibilities

• Support DCOP in overall management of the program.
• Support DCOP and technical team in development of program strategies, planning, and implementation of program activities, while ensuring cohesion among program components, with attention to gender integration and social inclusion.
• Provide higher management and strategic support in finalizing key programmatic deliverables, including the first Annual Work Plan and Quarterly Report.
• Work to ensure identification and contracting of staff is carried out properly.
• Ensure program implementation and administrative tasks are compliant with Counterpart’s, the Government of El Salvador, and USAID’s policies/procedures and rules/regulations, particularly with respect to procurement.
• Participate in developing program reports, including pipeline and resource estimates.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in law, administration, political science, or closely related field.
• At least 15 years of experience in managing projects in governance, civil society, or human rights, with at least 10 of which have been in managing USAID projects.
• Strong knowledge of US Government procurement processes and procedures.
• Track record in troubleshooting for internationally funded projects.
• Deep knowledge of the political context of El Salvador, its laws, history, and government institutions.
• Experience in staff development and mentorship.

Preferred:

• Experience in strengthening governmental institutions.
• Knowledge of Salvadoran security sector.
• Knowledge of legislative and electoral processes.

How to apply:

Qualified candidates should submit a copy of their most up to date resume and USAID 1420 form with three professional references with contact informaiton (email and phone) to stesfagiorgis@counterpart.org with «D&G STTA» in the subject line. Please no follow up emails or phone calls as only finalists will be contacted.

Organization: Abt Associates
Country: Paraguay
Closing date: 10 Apr 2017

Opportunity

Abt Associates seeks a qualified Chief of Party (COP) for the expansion of a PMI-funded vector-borne disease control project in Paraguay. The project will focus on Zika virus-related disease prevention through vector control measures, community mobilization, and capacity building efforts. The COP will engage partners and subcontractors, local stakeholders and authorities, and collaborate with other implementation partners including USAID- funded projects in the maternal child health and behavioral change communication technical areas, US Centers for Disease Control (CDC), the Pan-American Health Organization (PAHO) and UNICEF. The COP will lead all in-country activities working closely with the HO team and the Technical Director.

The Chief of Party (COP) provides leadership, management, and strategic direction for the entire project. This position is responsible for guiding senior technical staff and for ensuring the responsiveness and quality of work along with efficient use of resources and achievement of results. The COP has the final authority within the project team for decisions related to technical, management, resource allocation and personnel issues. The COP will be accountable for the successful implementation of all aspects of the project. In carrying out these responsibilities the COP works in partnership with PMI, national, state and local government agencies and officials, local and community organizations, other partners, and project staff.

Key Roles and Responsibilities

• Provides strategic direction and technical leadership to produce project results and deliverables, and overall management of the operational, financial, and administrative aspects of the project;
• Functions as the primary liaison between PMI/USAID missions , federal and state ministries of health, and other partners and stakeholders;
• Creates management systems in line with Abt standard operating procedures consistent with the needs of the project;
• Designs and oversees an annual project cycle in accordance with the PMI/USAID annual planning cycle;
• Works with staff and partners to translate project goals and objectives into implementable strategies and plans;
• Directs and oversees planning and budgeting processes. Prepares project deliverables as specified in the contract;
• Monitors the progress and pace of project implementation, assuring that the full potential of the program is realized through the promotion of high quality work and internal control;
• Supervises the work and assesses the performance of all long term and short term advisors, consultants and staff;
• Clarifies roles, delegates responsibilities to senior staff, and clearly communicates expectations for staff contribution to project activities;
• Manages and supervises project staff and partners in the identification of all the project’s technical assistance needs, development of suitable scopes of work, recruitment of consultants, and execution of technical assistance contracts;
• Maintains productive working relationships with PMI, relevant federal and state ministries, project partners and key counterparts, and reports to the Technical Program Manager in Abt Associates’ home office.

Preferred Skills / Prerequisites

• Master’s degree with at least 15 years of senior-level international project management experience in designing, implementing and managing large, complex programs in developing countries, particularly as related to vector control.
• Prior experience successfully implementing donor-funded programs with wide geographic reach.
• Significant experience in Latin America and the Caribbean, including thorough knowledge of specific health priorities a plus.
• Deep knowledge of geo-political, ethnic, cultural, and other factors affecting programming in Latin America and the Caribbean.
• Background in public health, vector-borne diseases, particularly prior experience in entomological surveillance, control of Dengue and Chikungunya vector/s, and program management preferred.
• Ability to liaise effectively with and develop consensus among key stakeholders, including PMI, national and local officials, public, private and civil society partners to ensure effective collaboration among stakeholders.
• Strong client management, communication, and people management skills highly desirable.
• Experience developing project vision, aligning key stakeholders around that vision, and assuring that the vision is translated into implementable strategies.
• Familiarity with environmental compliance measures, gender integration, and capacity building a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary, multicultural teams, manage complex programs, and ensure that project staff adhere to the highest standards of quality, relevance, and timeliness.
• PMI project experience or other relevant development partner experience highly desired.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in Spanish and English.

Minimum Qualifications
MA/MBA with 13-15 years OR PhD with 8-10 years of experience OR the equivalent combination of education and experience.

Abt Associates is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse workforce. Abt Associates provides market-competitive salaries and comprehensive employee benefits.

How to apply:

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