Media and Communications Lead - Oxfam International Liaison Office to the African Union

Closing date: 15 August 2016 at 17:00 GMT+1
Interviews: 1st week of September 2016
Contract Type: 2 years Fixed Term
Location: Based in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Salary & Benefits: In line with Oxfam Values

Oxfam International is an equal opportunities employer, committed to diversity within the workplace.

One person in three in the world lives in poverty. Oxfam is determined to change that world by mobilizing the power of people against poverty.

Around the world, Oxfam works to find practical, innovative ways for people to lift themselves out of poverty and thrive. We save lives and help rebuild livelihoods when crisis strikes. And we campaign so that the voices of the poor influence the local and global decisions that affect them. In all we do, Oxfam works with partner organizations and alongside vulnerable women and men to end the injustices that cause poverty.

Our Secretariat is based in Oxford, with advocacy and campaigns offices in Washington DC, New York, Brussels, Geneva, Brasilia and a Liaison office to the Africa Union in Addis Ababa.

This post will be part of the OI Secretariat Pan Africa Team and based in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.

Oxfam is looking for a media and communications specialist who will be a key member of the team, working closely with all staff and partners to advise on project strategies, design, and implementation, with media and communications activities that achieve high-quality media coverage and enhance Oxfam’s profile across Africa. Your exciting role includes close collaboration with other Oxfam media officers across Africa and other continents. This position reports to the OI-AU Pan Africa Rights in Crisis Manager with a doted line with the Head of Office.

The successful applicant would have at least a Master’s degree or a Bachelor Degree with at least 5 years of relevant experience (at least three years’ experience with proven success working with print, broadcast and digital media and experience working on public policy advocacy and communications on issues relevant to Africa). He/She would have experience and proven success in development and delivery of media and communication, knowledge of international and national mass media, with existing media contacts, experience implementing multi-platform communications campaign, an understanding of development issues and knowledge of the role of NGOs in development, humanitarian and advocacy work, an understanding of brand management and an excellent written and verbal communication skills.

To view the job description and for information on how to apply please go to the Oxfam International Website, found at:http://www.oxfam.org/en/jobs/secretariat

*Please note that applications that do not have a covering letter and Résumé/CV will not be considered (you will need to combine your Résumé/CV into one document before attaching it to your application)

Thank you in advance for your interest in this position.

Position Title : Project Manager (Shelter/NFI) Duty Station : Addis Ababa, Ethiopia Classification : Professional Staff, Grade P3

Type of Appointment : Fixed term, One year with possibility of extension

Estimated Start Date : As soon as possible

Closing Date : 02 August 2016

Established in 1951, IOM is the leading governmental organization in the field of migration and works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and 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. Applications from qualified female candidates are especially encouraged. For the purpose of the vacancy, the following candidates are considered as tier candidates:

1. Internal candidates

2. Qualified applicants from the following NMS countries:

Antigua and Barbuda, Benin, Bahamas, Botswana, Belize, Cabo Verde, Czech

Republic, Djibouti, Micronesia (Federated States of), Gabon, Gambia, Guyana, Iceland, Cambodia, Comoros, Lesotho, Luxembourg, Libya, Montenegro, Marshall Islands, Mongolia, Maldives, Namibia, Nauru, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Seychelles, Suriname, El Salvador, Leste, United Republic of Tanzania, Holy See, Saint Vincent and

the Grenadines, Venezuela (Bolivarian Republic of), Vanuatu, Samoa

Context:

Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission and the direct supervision of the Emergency and Crisis Programme Coordinator /Head of EPC Unit in IOM Ethiopia, the successful candidate will be responsible for the management and coordination of IOM Shelter/NFI food items) Programmes and related project activities in Ethiopia.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1. Provide timely analysis, and draft and revise IOs strategies in areas of emergency shelter and food item provision to displaced persons and refugees in Ethiopia in close coordination with the EPC Programme Coordinator and the Units concerned in the Mission, relevant Government counterparts, beneficiary communities and other relevant humanitarian stakeholders including UN OCHA in the country.

2. Plan, supervise and coordinate implementation of all Shelter/NFI activities in Ethiopia in collaboration with relevant IOM units, head of sub offices and field staff, to ensure efficient and timely implementation of these projects, in accordance with IOM and cluster standards and guidelines.

3. Plan, monitor and ensure the proper allocation and management of budget and expenditures

for shelter/NFI projects and other related activities. Supervise the preparation of financial reports, ensure the development and implementation of relevant control systems, and coordinate administrative and logistical actions.

1. Ensure proper documentation of Shelter/NFI related programmes/projects, including that all supportive documents for the projects (assessment, beneficiary registration, payment records, etc.) are recorded in the Shelter/NFI database(s).

2. Contribute to the integration of cutting issues such as gender, children and other vulnerable groups in the programmes/projects are properly reflected in the IOM Shelter/NFI responses.

3. Support in the coordination of the ES/NFI Cluster in Ethiopia, in coordination with the IOM EPC Programme Coordinator, the Shelter Cluster Coordinator in Ethiopia and other relevant cluster partners.

4. In coordination with the Shelter Cluster Coordinator, engage closely and provide substantive input and technical support to the cluster as required, including but not limited to developing standards/guidelines, supporting implementation planning, etc.

5. Ensure appropriate coordination with all humanitarian partners (including UN agencies, national and international NGOs, the Red Cross/Red Crescent Movement, IOM and other international organizations), as well as with national authorities and local structures, in Ethiopia.

6. In coordination with the EPC Programme Coordinator, the Chief of Mission and other relevant colleagues in the Mission, draft resource mobilization strategy for the programmes/projects in shelter and NFI areas and engage with donors and private sector for this purpose and provide input for the development of new programming as required.

7. Responsible for programme reporting and provide regular input to the reporting unit for donor updates, donor reports, newsletters, etc. as needed.

8. Recruit, train and supervise programme staff throughout the different phases of the programme cycle.

9. Coach, support and oversee the performance of the field office staff assigned to the work for

Shelter and NFI programmes/projects.

1. Undertake duty travel as required, for project site review and other duties of concern to the project activities.

2. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Education

Masters degree in Development, Civil Engineering, Architecture, Urban Planning and/or Social Sciences or a related field from an accredited academic institution with five years of relevant professional experience; or

• University degree in the above fields with seven years of relevant professional experience.

Experience

• Experience in field of operations and logistics preferably in natural disaster or post conflict situations;

• Extensive field experience in programme development, implementation and evaluation;

• Experience in conflict/emergency zones and in working in a risk environment, project management and administrative and financial management (previous experience with IOM Shelter Programme an advantage);

• Experience in liaising with governmental authorities and local communities, as well as national and international institutions;

• Experience in one of the organizations of the UN Common System and field experience are a distinct advantage, good knowledge of agency and cluster processes;

• Broad sector knowledge and/or field experience in the areas of construction and community mobilization; familiarity with the region an asset;

• Excellent demonstrated analytical skills applied on a wide range of factors, parameters, policies and priorities for the assessment and resolution of complex situations, including technical understanding.

Languages

Fluency in English is required. Working knowledge of a local language is an advantage.

Desirable Competencies:

Behavioral

• Accountability – takes responsibility for action and manages constructive criticisms;

• Client Orientation – works effectively well with client and stakeholders;

• Continuous Learning – promotes continuous learning for self and others;

• Communication – listens and communicates clearly, adapting delivery to the audience;

• Creativity and Initiative – actively seeks new ways of improving programmes or services;

• Leadership and Negotiation – develops effective partnerships with internal and external stakeholders;

• Performance Management – identify ways and implement actions to improve performance of self and others;

• Planning and Organizing - plans work, anticipates risks, and sets goals within area of responsibility;

• Professionalism - displays mastery of subject matter;

• Teamwork – contributes to a collegial team environment; incorporates gender related needs, perspectives, concerns and promotes equal gender participation;

• Technological Awareness - displays awareness of relevant technological solutions;

• Resource Mobilization - works with internal and external stakeholders to meet resource needs of IOM.

Other:

Internationally recruited professional staff are required to be mobile.

Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances.

Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via PRISM, IOM Recruitment system, by 02 August 2016 at the latest, referring to this advertisement.

For further information, please refer to:

iom-apply.html

In order for an application to be considered valid, IOM only accepts online profiles duly completed.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. You can track the progress of your application on your personal application page in the IOM recruitment system.

Posting period:

From 20.07.2016 to 02.08.2016

Requisition: VN 2016/152 (P) - Project Manager (Shelter/NFI) (P3) - Addis Ababa, Ethiopia (54828148) Released

Posting: Posting NC54833954 (54833954) Released

REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL- (RFP–S&L-2016–9126581)

For International Company only

1. Topic: UNICEF Ethiopia Office is seeking Request for Proposals (RFP) from International Firm/Company/organization to – Facilitation of Ethiopia Country Office All-Staff Retreat

2. Background

The Ethiopia Country Office (ECO) implements one of UNICEF’s largest programmes with over 400 staff and eight Field Offices.

In order to strengthen the level of cooperation and team work among ECO staff, ECO is seeking an experienced team (number of team members will depend on the proposed programme and methodology) of staff retreat facilitators to facilitate a two-day all-staff retreat of UNICEF Ethiopia Country Office (11 to 12 October 2016).

The retreat will provide an opportunity for approximately 400 staff (50 international and 350 national staff) who are based in different locations to get to know each other to jointly identify challenges and ways to overcome these as well as opportunities and means to better capitalize on these opportunities. In addition, since ECO has just embarked on a new Country Programme, the retreat will also provide an opportunity to share the vision and goals of the new programme with all staff.

ECO’s staff is very diverse both in terms of gender, age, national and cultural backgrounds but also in terms of academic and professional backgrounds and interests. Therefore, it is important to design a programme and methodology that is participatory and inclusive, tailoring to the various interests and expectations of ECO staff.

More details of the requirements for this bid can be found in the RFP.

3. Expected background and Experience

• Experience with planning and facilitation of staff/ teambuilding retreats

• State human resource of the institution (if we are hiring a consultancy company, this company should make available the CVs of their employees, in order for us to determine their professional competency)

• State accountability of institution in terms of deliverable and method of payment to institution.

• The institutional contractor must provide UNICEF with a Certificate of Incorporation/ documentation proving that they are a registered company or institution.

Interested and eligible bidders from International companies are invited to collect the complete tender documents by sending an email to Mr. Ayele Wolde (awolde@unicef.org) or Mr. Deresse Damte (ddamte@unicef.org). Starting on Monday 25- July- 2016. Proposals are to be submitted to UNICEF Ethiopia Office on or before 9:00 am (East African Time) 05- Aug- 2016 (Friday). Please quote the RFP nr. 9126581 in all your correspondences. Due to the nature of the bid, there will be no bid public opening for this offer. UNICEF reserves the right to accept or reject part or all of any or all bids. ADDRESS: UNICEF Ethiopia, UNECA Compound, NOF Building, 2^nd floor Supply Section, Attn. Mr. Ayele Wolde, P.O.BOX 1169, TEL: +251-11 518 4142/ 4167, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.

http://procurement-notices.undp.org/view_notice.cfm?notice_id=31401

The United Nations Capital Development Fund (UNCDF) hereby invites you to submit a Proposal to RFP/UNCDF/ 2016/31401 to perform the Mid-term Evaluation of the CleanStart Programme.

UNCDF is seeking a firm to conduct an external mid-term evaluation of its CleanStart programme whose objective is to support the transition of low-income consumers in the Least Developed Countries to cleaner and more efficient use of energy through access to microfinance institutions. The evaluation is scheduled to being in early September 2016.

Your offer, comprising of a Technical and Financial Proposal, in separate emails, should be submitted in accordance with RFP guidelines by the deadline of Thursday, August 18, 2016.

Email: uncdf.procurement@uncdf.org

This letter is not to be construed in any way as an offer to contract with your firm.

UNCDF looks forward to receiving your Proposal and thanks you in advance for your interest in UNCDF procurement opportunities.

http://procurement-notices.undp.org/view_notice.cfm?notice_id=31401

Your offer, comprising of a Technical and Financial Proposal, in separate emails, should be submitted in accordance with RFP guidelines by the deadline of Thursday, August 18, 2016.

Email: uncdf.procurement@uncdf.org

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

Description:

FHI 360 is currently recruiting for the position of Chief of Party for an anticipated USAID/Djibouti Workforce Development Program. The purpose of the project is to increase the number of active members of the Djiboutian workforce through building skills suited to serve the private sector’s needs. The Chief of Party (COP) is responsible for overall aspects of program implementation and performance, both technical and managerial. The COP will manage the Deputy Chief of Party, the Evaluation Methods Specialist, the Gender Specialist, and technical team, with overall responsibility for overseeing coordination across results areas, coordination of decision making across key stakeholders, and supervision of partner organizations. S/he has overall responsibility for the development of the vision, strategy, and technical direction of the project. S/he leads planning and implementation of work plans to ensure quality results. The COP will have overall responsibility in the areas of technical quality, monitoring, evaluation, reporting, operations, administration, logistics, procurement, budgeting, financial accounting, and overall client satisfaction.

Job Summary / Responsibilities:

The Chief of Party will serve as the individual bearing primary responsibility for technical aspects of contract performance, including design and advice on methods, provide central oversight, and maintaining acceptable standards of quality for tasks assigned. Illustrative responsibilities may include the following:

• Manage the field office, including supervision of Djibouti-based expatriate and Djiboutian staff;
• Work with Offeror home office and local office staff to identify and nominate, for USAID approval, technical specialists/consultants for short-term technical assistance to meet the objectives of the project;
• Coordinate, as requested by USAID/Djibouti with USAID partner organizations, in conducting evaluation and performance management support tasks in accordance with work plan;
• Advise and educate other partners/USAID teams/other Offerors on policies and services offered by the project;
• Supervise the development, implementation and reporting of evaluation and performance management support activities tasks in accordance with the workplan;
• Assure compliance with contract provisions, including annual work plans and other reports; and
• Transfer knowledge to local staff.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree required or graduate degree preferred in management, organizational development, international development, social science, or a related field (or career/experience equivalent).
• Possesses at least fifteen (15) years of experience in public or private sector management, administration, and planning; international development, preferably in developing countries; monitoring and evaluation; and project design.
• Possesses at least eight (8) years of supervisory experience.
• Experience serving as Principal/Lead Investigator/Team Leader on USAID-funded program(s)/evaluation(s) preferred.
• Experience working in Djibouti and/or East Africa desirable.
• Possesses a strong background in project management and organizational development, and monitoring and evaluation to ensure adequate liaison with USAID/Djibouti and provide comprehensive monitoring and evaluation support.
• Experience managing similar multi-faceted projects in the past.
• Capacity to manage large complex programs (including subcontracts) in a multi-cultural environment and providing consulting services in helping clients analyze problems, devise solutions and adopt solutions thereto is essential.
• Interpersonal skills to satisfy the requirements of the position.
• Excellent English and French -language writing skills are required.

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

https://jobs-fhi360.icims.com/jobs/17308/chief-of-party/job

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

Description:

The Deputy Chief of Party will report to and work closely with the Chief of Party to ensure the effective overall management of the administrative, financial and personnel aspects of the project. The Deputy Chief of Party must ensure smooth office operation as well as financial management of the project.

Job Summary / Responsibilities:

• Responsible for day to day project implementation, including management of all
• financial and administrative aspects of the project, including procurement, grants, subcontracts,
• accounting, IT, logistics, human resources, transportation and administration;
• Supervise a team of expatriate and local finance, grants, procurement and administrative
• professionals; provide capacity building and mentoring when necessary;
• Assist with quarterly and annual reporting for the entire team;
• Support the Chief of Party in budget planning and monitoring;
• Maintain timely and accurate financial information;
• Work closely with sub-contracting organizations;
• Oversee all administrative, procurement, logistics, travel, and protocol systems;
• Develop and monitor internal systems and procedures ensuring efficient and proper use
• of resources; and
• Serve as the Acting Chief of Party in the absence of the COP.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree required or Graduate degree preferred in management, organizational development, financial management, or a related field (or career/experience equivalent).
• Possesses at least twelve (12) years of experience in public or private sector management, administration, and planning; international development, preferably in developing countries; and development program management.
• Possesses at least eight (8) years of supervisory experience.
• Possesses at least three (3) years of monitoring and evaluation experience.
• Experience serving as Principal/Lead Investigator/Team Leader on USAID-funded evaluation(s) preferred.
• Experience working in Djibouti and/or East Africa desired.
• Possesses strong background in human resources in recruiting, staff management, and other HR responsibilities.
• Strong technical knowledge performance monitoring and evaluation.
• Capacity to manage complex programs in a multi-cultural environment and providing consulting services in helping clients analyze problems, devise solutions and adopt solutions thereto is essential.
• Experience in organizational development; management of development programs; and complex contracts or financial management systems or both is required.
• The Deputy Chief of Party must possess appropriate interpersonal skills to satisfy the requirements of the position.
• Excellent English and French -language writing skills are required.

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

https://jobs-fhi360.icims.com/jobs/17309/deputy-chief-of-party/job

The Country Representative will serve as the Chief Representative and Fiduciary Officer for PCI Ethiopia. S/he will lead the organization’s integrated development program portfolio which includes health interventions, health systems strengthening, community mobilization, and services to vulnerable children and youth.

The leadership responsibilities of the position include ensuring quality program design and implementation, overall financial management, resource mobilization, coordinating implementation partners, development of new cutting-edge programs, human capital management, timely and quality program monitoring, evaluation and documentation, and liaison with relevant ministries, donors, partners, and other national and international agencies and stakeholders.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

Organizational Leadership:

1. Fully participate as an organizational leader, locally and globally, serving as a member of PCI’s Global Leadership Team.
2. Actively engage in the execution of PCI’s strategic plan.
3. Represent PCI in leading or participating in Consortium managed programs, ensuring deliverables and representing PCI’s core values.
4. Represent PCI with national and international donors, being accountable for program implementation.
5. Represent PCI in engaging with Government, especially Government partners in achieving mutually agreed results.

Program Management and Implementation:

1. Provide supervisory level technical leadership to PCI program areas such as food security, climate change, community health, women empowerment and disaster risk management.

2. Ensure optimal standards of program quality are met through management systems and adhering to PCI’s Gold Standards.

3. Ensure quality and timely delivery results of technical and implementation partners by adhering to partner management systems and liaising with Directors of Partner Agencies.

4. Plan, implement and periodically review and modify management systems, within guidelines of PCI’s operating procedures.

5. Conduct field visits to project communities to review quality and coverage of projects, as well as level of community participation and awareness.

6. Lead by coordinating senior managers in timely implementation and meeting targets.

7. Lead through facilitating dialogue between CoPs, Project Managers, technical experts of PCI’s International Office and Technical Experts of donor agencies.

8. Mentor Senior Managers and project teams in the best practices of program and quality management and bridging gaps in leadership skills of managers; and promoting innovation.

Financial Management and Administration:

1. Ensure effective financial management of PCI-Ethiopia.

2. Lead in financial stability adhering to budget, avoiding/managing risks and appropriate financial planning.

3. Ensure adherence to PCI’s financial protocols and compliance with PCI Gold Standards for internal financial controls.

4. Coordinate preparation of annual budget for and supervise effective execution of the budget.

5. Ensure program-finance coordination resulting in cost effectiveness in project implementation.

6. Coordinate internal and external audits and strive to excel in financial management.

7. Assure compliance with GoE’s procedures and PCI’s Cooperative Agreements/Grants in Ethiopia

8. Lead in finalizing, problem solving and conflict resolution with partner financial planning and execution.

9. Lead in meeting quality and timely reporting requirements.

10. Ensure adherence and implementation of administration procedures such as procurement, gender and whistle blower policies.

11. Facilitate appropriate communication between PCI Ethiopia and other stakeholders namely International Office (IO) staff, donors and Government agencies.

Human Resource Management:

1. Direct the recruitment and effective onboarding of employees and consultants for PCI-Ethiopia.
2. Ensure consistent and effective development and implementation of PCI’s HR Gold Standards - policies, procedures, structures and tools.
3. Lead PCI’s senior management team in providing leadership in program quality, implementation and resource development; and their accountability to deliverables.
4. Ensure strong levels of staff morale and engagement, and demonstrate effective, supportive supervision, mentoring and leadership through creating a culture of ONE PCI.
5. Ensure compliance with all GoE regulations governing INGOs, employment law and taxation.

Resource and Program Development:

1. Responsible for enhancing PCI’s profile in-country building on success stories, innovative approaches and management capacity.
2. Identify opportunities, new program initiatives and coordinate proposal developments (with support from PCI IO).
3. Identify early winners in each of the projects and promote evidence-based marketing of success.
4. Lead in developing a network of international and national partners for consortium based projects.

Other Responsibilities:

1. Represent PCI in negotiations and coordination with Government of Ethiopia.
2. Represent PCI in negotiations and coordination with the various departments and agencies of the U.S. Government and other international donor agencies.

3. Negotiate and sign agreements as appropriate for PCI projects. Required Skills

4. Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree (Master's degree preferred) plus 10+ years of professional experience with a minimum of 3 years in a similar role, at similar organization level.

5. 5+ years’ experience in the design, implementation, leadership, monitoring and evaluation of complex programs in the technical areas of food security, climate change, disaster risk reduction, community health and women empowerment.

6. Experience in managing CoP led projects.

7. Proven experience in results based management, innovation, people management, and facilitating cross-functional teamwork.

8. Knowledge of financial management and internal controls in a development environment.

9. Experience in managing funds from USAID and other international donor agencies.

10. Experience developing new sources of funding from a variety of public and private sources.

11. Post Graduate degree (preferably livelihood, health, or international relations, or development studies).

12. Excellent written and verbal communication skills; influencing and marketing skills; presentation skills; and report writing skills.

13. Added advantage will be certifications in courses such as PMI, Lean Six Sigma etc.

14. Willingness to travel outside Addis to support program implementation.

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About Plan International

Plan International is an independent non-profit organization that advances children’s well-being and equality for girls. Working in building powerful partnerships for children for over 75 years and present in 70 countries, Plan International strives for a just world, tackling the root causes of the challenges facing girls and all vulnerable children while working together with children, young people, our supporters and partners. Plan International Ethiopia is looking for a Country Head of Finance to be based in Addis Ababa.

The Role

Working with the team, the post holder is responsible to provide timely and reliable financial information and analysis that leads to effective decision making in country. She/he participates in the country management team; leads business planning process; manages accounting and treasury functions; produces financial reporting and analysis; implements internal financial controls; and manages and develop people.

The Person

To be successful, you need to have BA/MBA in Accounting or ACCA and 10 years of work experience out of which at least 3 years managerial experience. While working with us, you will be entitled to a wide range of employee benefits, such as Monthly Transportation Allowance, Monthly Pension & PF Contribution of 15% of basic salary, Annual Medical Allowance, 24 hours GPA Insurance and others.

Plan also provides a number of capacity development opportunities to its employees including Talent Management Programme.

The closing date for the application is August 10, 2016. Qualified candidates should submit their updated CVs to PIErecruitment@plan-international.org

This position is only open to Ethiopian Nationals, who must be eligible to live and work in Ethiopia.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

More information about Plan International can be found on www.plan-international.org/ethiopia

References will be taken and background and anti-terrorism checks will be carried out in conformity with Plans Child Protection Policy. Plan operates an equal opportunities policy and actively encourages diversity, welcoming applications from all persons meeting the skills and experience required.

CCM (Comitato Collaborazione Medica) is an Italian NGO operating in Burundi, Ethiopia, Kenya, Somalia, South Sudan and Uganda, specialized in the implementation of health-related projects in both humanitarian and development contexts.

Over the past years, CCM has been engaged in Liben Zone of Somali Region of Ethiopia, partnering local authorities to enhance primary health care services, with particular focus on Mother and Child Health (MCH). In October 2015, a 3-year initiative funded by the Italian Development Cooperation has been started, aiming at improving maternal and child health services and reproductive health services in Liben Zone (specifically in Filtu and Dekasuftu districts), by (i) supporting Primary Health Care Services in the catchment area and (ii) engaging local communities in the promotion of health seeking behaviors and in the dissemination of health and hygiene-related best practices. Health Facilities have been adequately supplied and supervised and health staff trained in order children and women in reproductive age to have the opportunity to access quality care even in remote areas. Community dialogue has been promoted through empowering community groups and women’s associations and through stimulating peer-to-peer education. Targeted messages for dissemination through local media will be developed to reach out isolated communities. The main project partner are Woreda Health Offices (WoHO) of Filtu and Dekasuftu, which proactive involvement in the project planning, implementation and supervision is key to sustainability purposes.

Location: Filtu

Duration: one year (possible extension)

Starting date: September 2016

Closing date: 11^th August 2016

Main Responsibilities

(S)he is in charge of implementing Project’s Activities, working also on financial accounting

(S)he responds to the Country Representative.

(S)he works with the Desk Officer (based at the HQ Office) on monitoring the project, planning activities and budgeting.

Main tasks

• (S)he represents CCM to project’s partners and donors at the field level as appropriate
• (S)he ensures the project is implemented according to the donor rules and guidelines (e.g. visibility, documentation, monitoring and evaluation)
• (S)he recruits new staff members in line with CCM policies, supported by the HQ Office or a HR Consultant. (S)he ensures that they have the necessary induction, training and support as requested

• (S)he is charge of:

• Managing international and local staff members’ team

• Managing the project’s budget, applying for fund requests to the HQ Office. Reporting also on project’s activities as requested by the donors and the CCM HQ Office

• Collecting all the financial documents for the reports requested

• Improving your professional skills on the job

• Promptly informing the Country Representative and the Desk Officer of any issue regarding the project, that can compromise the relationship between staff members, stakeholders or the name of the Organization

• (S)he works on identifying and writing new humanitarian project’s proposal

Profile Requirements

Qualification

· Relevant Academic Degree or Nursing/Obstetrical Academic Degree

· Postgraduate studies in International Humanitarian Development or equivalent studies is an asset

Main Requirements

· Minimum five (5) years’ experience in projects’ management

• Excellent experience in Project Cycle Management
• Excellent knowledge of Italian Development Cooperation procedures (MAE/DGCS)
• Strong ability to work collaboratively with different stakeholders. Diplomacy and negotiation skills
• Strong ability to manage multiple tasks
• Excellent in people understanding and management
• Goal-oriented mind
• Strong ability to work under pressure, in challenging situations and meet deadlines
• Excellent user of Microsoft Office
• Perfect Knowledge of Italian (written and spoken)
• Perfect Knowledge of English (written and spoken)

Desirable Requirements

• Good knowledge of Ethiopian contest
• Proven experience in Public Health Sector

Please, email your application to recruitmentpvs@ccm-italia.org including your Resume (maximum 3 pages) and your Motivation Letter (maximum 1 page)

Please, indicate the following reference in the mail subject line (project_coordinator_Filtu)

Only selected candidates will be contacted.

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

Description:

FHI 360 is currently recruiting for the position of Gender Specialist for an anticipated USAID/Djibouti Workforce Development Program. The purpose of the project is to increase the number of active members of the Djiboutian workforce through building skills suited to serve the private sector’s needs.

Job Summary / Responsibilities:

The Gender Specialist will assume responsibility for reviewing the gender component of all development programs and ensure gender is well incorporated during program design, project selection, implementation, evaluation, beneficiary’s selection, as well as staff requirement. The gender specialist also participates in stakeholder’s discussion forums and steering committees during policies revision, new rules and regulation development that affect women and girls in particular.

Qualifications:

• Master's in Gender studies, sociology, anthropology, political science, economics, or rural development
• At least a minimum of twelve years of experience in program management and project design out of which seven years in analyzing gender issues in East Africa required. This expert must possesses experience in conducting gender assessments, prove grass root experience in collecting gender related data, prepare gender analysis report, and able to recommend sound recommendation on strategies and tools to integrate gender in project design and implementation.
• Prior experience in Djibouti is highly desirable.
• Excellent English and French -language writing skills are required.
• Possesses knowledge of international best practices on gender programming, project design, implementation, monitoring and evaluation, as well as excellent interpersonal, writing and presentation skills. In addition, possesses the capacity to manage activities in a multi-cultural environment and providing consulting services in helping clients on gender sensitive instruments in program implementation. The Gender Specialist must possess appropriate interpersonal skills and coordination skill to satisfy the requirements of the position.
• 8-11 Years of experience in education, health, behavioral, or social sciences or related field.
• Knowledge and experience in specific technical area.
• Years of work experience that demonstrates sensitivity to and understanding of technical issues.
• Ability to manage projects, set realistic priorities, and plan for the successful implementation of activities.
• Experience in specialized technical/medical field of study.

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

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

Description:

FHI 360 is currently recruiting for the position of Evaluation Methods Specialist for an anticipated USAID/Djibouti Workforce Development Program. The purpose of the project is to increase the number of active members of the Djiboutian workforce through building skills suited to serve the private sector’s needs.

Job Summary / Responsibilities:

The Evaluation Methods Specialist will assume responsibility for overall management and functioning of all evaluation, monitoring, learning support and special study activities and staff engaged in such activities. This includes overseeing all aspects of evaluation, monitoring, learning support activities and special study activities, such as planning and budgeting for each assigned activity, identifying appropriate staffing levels, securing appropriate qualified staff, providing relevant technical guidance, leading consultations with relevant USAID/Djibouti staff and implementing partners, identifying and executing appropriate agreed upon methodology, field work and research, and reporting and deliverables.

Qualifications:

• Graduate degree in research methods, social science, development or a related field.
• At least twelve (12) years of experience in monitoring and evaluation and performance management of international development projects, preferably in developing countries; project management; research methods; and project design. Gender expertise preferred.
• Possesses experience in conducting project monitoring and program evaluations, surveys, assessments, and data analysis. At least five (5) years supervisory experience is also required. Experience working in Djibouti and/or East Africa is desired.
• Possesses knowledge of international best practices on project design, implementation, evaluation and learning, as well as excellent interpersonal, writing and presentation skills. In addition, possesses the capacity to manage activities in a multi-cultural environment and providing consulting services in helping clients analyze problems, devise solutions and adopt solutions. The Evaluation Methods Specialist must possess appropriate interpersonal skills to satisfy the requirements of the position.
• Excellent English and French-language writing skills are required.

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

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Grant Management & Reporting • Design, implement and oversee the grant and contract management across all offices; • Lead donor reporting processes by producing high quality narrative reports and ensuring their timely submission; • Responsible for drafting, reviewing, negotiating outgoing agreements, including sub-agreements, teaming agreements, memoranda of understanding and lease agreements; Responsible for updating, streamlining, and disseminating relevant grants management tools and resources to relevant DRC staff in the main and field offices; • Maintain an in-depth knowledge on donor and government policies and support field and Addis-level staff in monitoring grants for compliance; • Conduct grant opening, review, and closing meetings; • Maintain and update internal as well as external online platforms related to grants management i.e. DRC GMS, OCHA GMS, EC Prospect, UNHCR Partner portal, etc.; and • Provide capacity building to field staff on developing high quality reports.

Proposal Development • Responsible for overseeing the development of all proposal documents, including budget, budget narrative, technical narrative, and other documents as necessary; • Coordinate with relevant staff (technical, finance etc.) to develop high quality proposals which adhere to donor regulations and DRC’s internal policies; • Investigate opportunities to expand existing programming and new funding opportunities for DRC Ethiopia and Djibouti’s programming; and • Regularly update the donor mapping portfolio by identifying potential donors and partners in line with DRC programme strategies.

External Relations: • Prepare necessary documentation that is to be shared with Ethiopia/Djibouti government agencies; • Liaise with relevant Ethiopia/Djibouti government agencies (ARRA, BoFED, Charities, MoLSA, MOFA etc.); • Serve as the focal point for donors and partners on grant management issues; and • Provide notes/briefings to external persons requesting information on DRC Ethiopia/Djibouti.

Others • Support the facilitation and coordination of the quarterly and annual meetings for the field and country offices; • Provide line management of relevant staff, including performance reviews, capacity building and day-to-day supervision; and • Other relevant duties as directed by the line manager.

Personal Specifications Required • Master’s degree in a relevant field and 3-5 years of relevant working experience with an NGO; • Excellent English writing skills; • Experience in writing high quality proposals for large donors such as DFID, EU/ECHO, USAID/OFDA, UN agencies etc.; • Knowledge of donor rules and regulations; • Ability to work effectively and efficiently unsupervised; • Demonstrated ability to prioritize, meet deadlines and adapt in a complex and challenging environment • The selected candidate must be culturally sensitive. He/she must be able to plan and manage her/his own time effectively. The holder must exercise a strong work ethic and take responsibility for his/her

Desirable • This position is based primarily in Addis Ababa, with expected frequent travel to all field offices. Parts of Ethiopia/Djibouti can be hazardous; the selected candidate must adhere to all security precautions and contribute to the security of the team. He/she must be able to exercise a large degree of common sense and personal discipline. Demonstrated successful experience working within a complex security environment is preferred; • Only Ethiopian nationals need apply; and • French language skills are desirable.

Interested parties should forward the expression of interest, in English through www.drc.dk (vacancies) no later than August 7, 2016.

Terms of Reference

Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa (AGRA)

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS: LEGAL AND REGULATORY REVIEW FOR A COMPREHENSIVE CONTRACT FARMING LEGAL FRAMEWORK TO SUPPORT VALUE ADDITION AND AGRO-PROCESSING IN ETHIOPIA

Consultancy task: to carry out policy and legal reviews and analyses to build a case for a contract farming legal and regulatory framework that supports value addition and agro- processing in Ethiopia

Background:
The Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa (AGRA) is a not-for-profit organization formed in 2006. AGRA’s mission is to catalyze agricultural transformation in Africa through innovation- driven and sustainable productivity increases and access to finance that improve the livelihoods of smallholder farmers.

AGRA is implementing a five year Micro Reforms for African Agribusiness (MIRA) project in Burkina Faso, Ethiopia, Ghana, Nigeria and Tanzania. MIRA will provide these governments with access to high quality local and international technical assistance for identifying, prioritizing and reforming specific agricultural regulations that currently deter or limit private investment in agribusinesses operating in smallholder agricultural value chains. In doing so, the MIRA project will help to build the capacity of African governments to continuously review and reform regulations that unintentionally limit private investment in local agribusinesses operating in smallholder value chains.

In Ethiopia, MIRA and government counterparts have identified and prioritized 4 reforms:

• Develop and approve a comprehensive contract farming legal framework that supports agro-processing and value addition
• Revisit import duties on agricultural machinery spare parts, irrigation equipment, and animal feed ingredients and compound feeds, and avoidance of double taxation on animal
feed
• Develop and approve Guidelines/Directive for streamlining of policy processes under which cereals export restrictions are introduced and revoked
• Develop and approve Directives and Technical Guidelines to implement the Seed Proclamation and Council of Ministers Seed Regulation

As part of its support to the Ethiopian Agricultural Transformation Agency (ATA), AGRA wishes to undertake a series of economic assessments and legal reviews to build the case for various reform options. The reviews are intended to help the ATA and its Transformation Council, and other relevant government agencies in articulating policy, legal, and regulatory review options.

Context for this consultancy work

As stated above putting in place a comprehensive contract farming legal and regulatory framework to support agro-processing and value addition is one of the policy reform area that MIRA supports in Ethiopia.

The Government of Ethiopia, and especially the ATA has been promoting contract farming/out grower schemes as a means to increase yield, reduce post-harvest loss and create strong market linkages by connecting local producers with reliable buyers that typically provide farmers with input and extension services for a reliable supply of high quality output.

The current Government of Ethiopia five years plan the second Growth and Transformation Plan(GTP 2)(2015-2020) reemphasizes on commercializing smallholder agriculture and the importance of contract farming/out grower schemes as one means of linking smallholder farming with reliable and big buyers.

The Agricultural Commercialization Cluster (ACC) and Private Medium and Large Scale Farm Development Program are two major ongoing GTP 2 initiatives to leverage contract farming/outs grower schemes for increasing market linkages.

ACC is an ‘anchor’ Agricultural Transformation initiative for the s GTP 2 that focuses on measurable impacts on smallholder farmers working on specific high priority commodities in clearly identified geographies. Private Medium and Large Scale Farm Development Program aims to link commercial farmer with smallholder farmers. A strong legal and regulatory environment (including enforcement mechanism) for contract farming is one of the building blocks for the success of these two initiatives and strengthening contract farming /out grower scheme market linkage model in Ethiopia.

The Ethiopia Commodity Exchange (ECX) law requires that mandated commodities can only be traded in the ECX trading floor and must be exported in a prescribed timeframe. The Coffee Regulation (Council of Ministers Regulation No. 161/2009) and the Sesame and White Pea Beans Regulation (Council of Ministers Regulation No.178/2010) forbid agro-processors of coffee, sesame and white pea beans buying these commodities outside of the ECX floori . There is some regulatory uncertainty whether processors adding value to their products can source from ECX) mandated products such as sesame, coffee and pea beans through contract farming. This regulation affected especially the more developed sesame processing industry that was barred from sourcing raw material from contracted smallholder farmers they had developed working relations. Following a serious consultations between Government and industry representatives, the then Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development adopted a Sesame and White Pea Beans Transaction Execution Directive allowing sesame processor to source sesame through contract farming if the processor is also operating a nucleus farm nearby the contract farmers. Similarly, some sesame processors who do not have their own farm have secured a waiver by a letter from the Prime Minister’s office to regional authorities to set up out grower schemes and purchase the sesame directly from the contracted farmers. The decision was made by the National Export Coordination Committee, which is chaired by the Prime Minister.

The current situation is untenable on multiple levels; A Ministerial Directive or a letter from the Prime Minister’s office cannot, in a strict legal sense, override a Council of Ministers Regulation (in this case Sesame and White Pea Beans Transaction Council of Ministers Regulation No. 178/2010). If this Directive or letter were challenged in court it would most likely not be upheld; the requirement that the processor also becomes a producer in the same area as the contract farmers puts an unnecessary burden on processors and limits the potential location for contract farming to areas where there is land available.

Contract farming has not been that much an issue for other commodities that are mandated to be traded at ECX floor including coffee in the past since most Ethiopian commodities are exported unprocessed. However, there is currently more interest for contract farming in the coffee sector in particular as more actors get into coffee processing business. And hence, the issue should be addressed to facilitate the development of a local coffee processing industry.

Furthermore, this is a timely issue as GTP 2 for agriculture gives greater emphasis on agro processing and value addition and at the same time there is a proposal to expand the number of ECX mandated crops and the restrictions on contract farming could become applicable on other crops including staple food crops unless the legality for processors irrespective of whether they have their own farm to purchase or not ECX mandated commodities through contract farming is clarified and expanded to other commodities too.

ATA has done extensive work in identifying main challenges in contract farming in Ethiopia and has developed a draft contract farming policy/law.

Objectives of the Consultancy
The main objective of this consultancy is to:

• Undertake in-depth analysis on how current policies and legal frameworks might be affecting agro-processors in sourcing from smallholder out growers, ECX, and cooperatives
• Undertake legal analysis of whether the existing legislations in Ethiopia including the Civil Code of 1960 are adequate enough to govern emerging issues in contract farming. If no, whether this inadequacy could be addressed by amending existing legislations or there is need to pass new separate contract farming legislation. In the case of the former, identify the specific legislations and relevant provisions and draft amendment to same, and in the case of the later draft a contract farming legislation using the ATA developed contract farming policy/legal text as a basis

• Undertake a thorough analysis of provisions of the draft contract farming policy /legal text developed by the ATA to make sure that it includes provisions that clarify and expand the legality for processors to purchase commodities, including ECX mandated commodities, through contract farming and recommend how the legal framework should be amended to facilitate agro processing and value addition; and;
• compare and contrast the ATA developed contract farming policy/legal draft text with best practices from other countries’ contract farming laws; and produce a report with actionable recommendations including draft legislation(s)

Scope and approaches of the consultancy
The contractor shall undertake an in-depth analysis of existing policy and legal frameworks that govern the transaction of commodities, including ECX mandated commodities, and the provisions of ATA draft contract farming policy/law text, at minimum to determine:

• To what extent existing policies and legal frameworks affect processors to source raw materials from ECX and/or directly from smallholders through contract farming

• Whether the ATA draft contract farming policy/legal text adequately addresses the constraints of processors to source raw materials from ECX and/or smallholders through contract framing

• Whether the ATA draft contract farming policy/legal text is broad enough to facilitate the sourcing of raw materials by processors, in particular as additional commodities are mandated to be traded through ECX. If not, rewrite the draft policy/legal text to fill this gap

The contractor shall undertake the necessary legal analyses using the following approaches:

• Desk review of legal and regulatory texts/documents and relevant literature including the work that has been done by ATA Commercial/Contract Farming Team and Core Analytics Team

• Interviews of key informants including key policy/decision makers, agribusinesses, farmers organizations, regulatory authorities and development practitioners

• Compare and contrast provisions of the draft ATA Contract Framing Policy/Law with contract farming legislation of other countries such as Kenya, Vietnam, India, Guatemala, Zimbabwe, and any other countries that have legal framework relevant for Ethiopia

• Review of provisions of the draft ATA Contract Framing Policy/Law and propose specific amendments

The contractor is also expected to carry out the following tasks:

• Present a kick-off meeting to clarify expectations and agree approach;
• Familiarize consultancy work team with salient details of the proposed consultancy
• Identify and review relevant legislations relevant to proposed reforms;
• Carry out the policy and legal analysis
• Present initial findings to the ATA and AGRA MIRA country team;
• Revise and complete legal, and reviews in line with feedback;
• Prepare a written report summarizing findings for the analysis ;
• Present findings to the ATA and AGRA MIRA country team and relevant stakeholders

Outputs/Outcome:

1. Inception report

2. Initial presentation of findings to ATA and AGRA MIRA country team of a written report based on in-depth analysis of how the current policy and legal environment is affecting agro- processors, particularly on sesame and coffee processors, that do produce or not their own raw material input in sourcing from ECX or from smallholder farmers through contract farming/out grower arrangements. As more commodities are mandated to be traded through ECX, it is going to seriously constrain the growth of agro- processing and value addition in Ethiopia; how the legal framework should be amended to facilitate agro processing and value addition; and undertake through analysis of provisions of the draft Contract farming policy /legal text developed by the ATA to make sure that it includes provisions that clarify and expand the legality for processors to purchase current and future ECX mandated commodities through contract farming; compare and contrast the ATA developed contract farming policy /legal draft text with best practices from other countries contract farming laws; and draft new legislation(s) and/or amendment to existing legislation(s)

3. Final presentation of findings (to ATA ,AGRA MIRA country team, and relevant stakeholders

All deliverables should be succinct but informative, and key points should be easily understandable to a wide range of stakeholders. Deliverables should be submitted in English

Competencies required

AGRA wishes to contract a law firm or team of lawyer(s) and agricultural development practitioner(s) with the following skills and qualifications:
• Extensive experience in the context of enabling legal and regulatory environment for agricultural development in Africa preferably in Ethiopia
• Previous experience of conducting legal reviews of regulations and/or legislation in agricultural policies, laws and regulations
• Good understanding of relevant legislations and agreements affecting agricultural regulation in Ethiopia
• Ability to present complex problems in easy-to-understanding language
• Understanding of the policy, legal, and regulatory framework for Ethiopia Commodity Exchange system and contract farming
• Experience of working with the ATA or any other government agency(ies) with agriculture sector mandate
• Country presence in Ethiopia

Duration of the assignment: 3 months

Reporting arrangements: The consultant will report to AGRA’s Head of Policy and Advocacy throughout the engagement period. The consultant will also directly report to ATA/ MIRA Ethiopia team and will provide a biweekly updates on progress to a steering committee to be consisted by ATA.

Proposal submission: Taking into account the TOR, the consultancy candidate should submit a proposal containing the following elements:-
• Understanding of the assignment

• Outlining past experience of the firm/ consultant (Please provide a minimum of two concrete samples of similar work done for other organizations)
• Methodology proposed for the assignment (including tools proposed for the assignment)
• Work plan that includes clear timelines for the assignment
• Summary resume(s) of key staff who will work on the AGRA account
• Consultancy fee for undertaking the assignment and budget breakdown

Deadline of submission of proposals: 15th August, 2016
Interested consultancy firms or individuals should submit separately their technical and financial proposals indicating how they plan to undertake the assignment to: procurement@agra.org

Important note: Technical and Financial proposals will need to be submitted as separate documents. Financial proposals will not be opened until the conclusion of the technical evaluation and then only for those proposals that are deemed qualified and responsive.

Disclaimer: AGRA reserves the right to determine the structure of the process, number of short- listed participants, the right to withdraw from the proposal process, the right to change this timetable at any time without notice and reserves the right to withdraw this tender at any time, without prior notice and without liability to compensate and/or reimburse any party.

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

Description:

FHI 360 is currently recruiting for the position of Private Sector Engagement Officer for an anticipated USAID/Djibouti Workforce Development Program. The purpose of the project is to increase the number of active members of the Djiboutian workforce through building skills suited to the private sector’s needs. The project will accomplish this purpose through the following results:

• Expand quality workforce readiness programs (particularly TVETS)
• Create sustainable, productive linkages between the public sector (workforce supply) and the private sector (workforce demand)
• Strengthen job placement, retention and advancement services.

Job Summary / Responsibilities:

The Private Sector Engagement Officer will be responsible for building coordination and communication between the GoDj-supported TVETs and the private sector. S/he will also build relationships with the private sector that will accomplish the following objectives:

• Increased opportunities for internships and apprenticeships with private sector firms
• Establishing a process for engaging private sector to ensuring that curriculum and training programs at TVETs are preparing youth with relevant skills they need to be successful in targeted industries and companies
• Improve coordination and communication between the private sector and job placement centers

Qualifications:

• Possess Master's Degree in Business Administration, economics or related field
• Possesses five to 10 years of experience in program management and project design in private sector development and/or workforce development projects. Specific experience with public private partnerships preferred.
• Understanding and experience in integrating gender in project design and implementation. Prior experience in Djibouti is highly desirable. Excellent English and French language writing skills are required.
• Possesses knowledge of international best practices in workforce development as well as excellent interpersonal, writing and presentation skills. In addition, possesses the capacity to manage activities in a multi-cultural environment and providing consulting services in helping clients on gender sensitive instruments in program implementation. The Private Sector Engagement Officer must possess appropriate interpersonal skills and coordination skill to satisfy the requirements of the position.

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

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Terms of Reference

Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa (AGRA)

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS: COST-BENEFIT ANALYSIS (CBA) TO ASSESS THE OPTIONS TO REFORM IMPORT DUTIES AND VAT SYTEM TO MAKE IT ENCOURAGE AGRICULTURAL MECHANIZATION, IRRIGATION, AND ANIMAL FEED SUB SECTOR DEVELOPMENT AND ASSESS IMPLICATIONS FOR GOVERNMENT REVENUE

Consultancy task: to carry out technical economic impact assessment to support the case for revisiting import duties and taxes on agricultural machinery spare parts, irrigation/drainage equipment, and animal feed ingredients and compound feeds, and reducing the burden of taxes and duties on the sector (including in the form of double taxation on animal feed)

Background:

The Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa (AGRA) is a not-for-profit organization formed in 2006. AGRA’s mission is to catalyze agricultural transformation in Africa through, innovation- driven and sustainable, productivity increases and access to finance that improve the livelihoods of smallholder farmers.

AGRA is implementing a five year Micro Reforms for African Agribusiness (MIRA) project in Burkina Faso, Ethiopia, Ghana, Nigeria and Tanzania. MIRA will provide these governments with access to high quality local and international technical assistance for identifying, prioritizing and reforming specific agricultural regulations that currently deter or limit private investment in agribusinesses operating in smallholder agricultural value chains. In doing so, the MIRA project will help to build the capacity of African governments to continuously review and reform regulations that unintentionally limit private investment in local agribusinesses operating in the smallholder value chains.

In Ethiopia, MIRA and government counterparts have identified and prioritized 4 reforms:

• Develop and approve a comprehensive contract farming legal framework that supports agro-processing and value addition
• Revisit import duties and taxes on agricultural machinery spare parts, irrigation/drainage equipment, and animal feed ingredients and compound feeds, and reduce their burden
on this sector (including double taxation on animal feed)
• Develop and approve Directive/Guidelines for streamlining of policy processes under which cereals export restrictions are introduced and revoked
• Develop and approve Directives and Technical Guidelines to implement the Seed Proclamation and Council of Ministers Seed Regulation

As part of its support to the Ethiopian Agricultural Transformation Agency (ATA), AGRA wishes to undertake a series of economic assessments and legal reviews to build the case for various reform options. The reviews are intended to help the ATA and its Transformation Council, and other relevant government agencies in articulating policy, legal, and regulatory review options.

Context for this consultancy work

As stated above revisiting import duties and taxes on agricultural machinery spare parts, irrigation/drainage equipment, and animal feed ingredients and compound feeds, and reducing the burden of taxes and duties on the agricultural sector (including in the form of double taxation on animal feed) is one of the policy reform area that MIRA supports in Ethiopia.

The Government of Ethiopia policies and strategies give priority and special emphasis to the agricultural sector. However, some of taxes and duties applying to the agricultural sector are deemed to have constrained agricultural transformation. Taxes and duties that are deemed to have limited the growth of the sector include custom duties and taxes on agricultural machinery spare parts, irrigation/drainage equipment, and animal feed ingredients and compound feeds.

The Government of Ethiopia has been promoting agricultural mechanization as one of the essential factors to bring about smallholder agricultural transformation and has been encouraging investment in mechanization including granting duty free import of agricultural machinery. However, the duty free import does not apply to import of agricultural machinery spare parts. They are currently subject to import duties of 25 % and other import taxes. Taxes on imports of agricultural spare parts have dampened incentives to invest in tractor importation, service provision and custom hire operations. Certain actors in the sector believe that that eliminating duties applied to agricultural machinery spare parts would encourage maintenance and extend the life span of machinery. It is also believed that lifting of custom duties and other taxes imposed on imports of raw materials by domestic agricultural machinery assemblers would encourage production of agricultural machinery locally, instead of importing from abroad as is the case currently.

By the same token, Ethiopia is using a very small proportion of its high irrigation potential and agricultural production continues to be mainly dependent on rainfall. The Government has given particular emphasis on the tremendous role of irrigation in transforming smallholder agriculture and the current drought once again highlighted the need for Ethiopia to move away from rainfall dependent agriculture and expand and increase use of irrigation by smallholder farmers. Customs duties imposed on irrigation/drainage equipment is passed onto smallholder farmers with a relatively higher irrigation /drainage equipment retail price.

The case of animal feed is not different. High cost and limited availability of good animal feed for forage and fodder is one of the major constraints in livestock sector development. Due to severe shortage in the country, some animal feed ingredients and compound feed are being imported to meet the demand for quality animal feed. Import duties levied on animal feed ingredients and compound feeds has made the price of quality animal feed relatively expensive. Moreover, other taxes including double Value Added Tax (VAT) that are applied on animal feed has contributed to make animal feed price relatively high. These import duties and taxes have limited the development of livestock production and competitiveness.

Objectives of the Consultancy:

The main objective of this consultancy is to analyze taxes and duties currently applied to the agricultural sector, particularly the machinery spare parts, irrigation and drainage equipment and animal feed, and develop a policy reform proposal with the aim of reducing the burden of taxes

and duties on the promotion and development of agricultural mechanization, irrigation, and
animal feed sub sector in Ethiopia.

Specifically, the consultant will perform the following tasks:

• Review taxes and duties applicable to agricultural machinery spare parts, irrigation/drainage equipment, and animal feed in Ethiopia and make a comparative analysis with best practices from countries more or less sharing similarities with Ethiopia
• Review and analyze how the tax/duties incentives and/or disincentives have affected the adoption and use of these improved agricultural technologies.

• Develop policy alternatives to improve the incentives and increase the adoption and use of these agricultural technologies and conduct benefit-cost analysis of each policy alternative and make a policy recommendation.
• Make recommendations on the administration of agricultural machinery spare parts, irrigation/drainage equipment, and animal feed tax incentives, agricultural taxes in general, and management of the processes involved in the granting of the tax incentives, and agricultural taxation as a whole;

• Review the relevant laws and procedures of administering agricultural machinery spare parts, irrigation/drainage equipment, and animal fee taxes and also incentives in Ethiopia and provide recommendations for improvement; and produce a report with actionable recommendations

Scope and approaches of the consultancy

The contractor shall undertake the necessary economic and legal, and revenue implications analyses of existing duties and taxes applicable to agricultural machinery spare parts, irrigation/drainage equipment, and animal feed using the following approaches:

• Review the existing system (both the policy and administration) of taxing agricultural machinery spare parts, irrigation/drainage equipment, and animal feed inputs and animal feed in Ethiopia
• Develop a comprehensive inventory of all the current agricultural machinery spare parts, irrigation/drainage equipment, and animal feed tax incentives and
concessions offered in Ethiopia, drawing from the relevant laws, regulations and
practices in place, and compare them with those in other African Countries;
• On the basis of the inventory, quantify the costs of agricultural machinery spare parts, irrigation/drainage equipment, and animal feed input and animal feed
incentives (tax expenditures)
• Carry out survey of investors (including local assemblers, importers and distributers, machinery service providers, and users (including smallholder farmers and cooperatives) in the agricultural machinery (and machinery spare parts, irrigation/drainage equipment, and animal fee sector, and use the survey results to feed into the cost/benefit analysis of agricultural machinery spare parts, irrigation/drainage equipment, and animal fee incentives in Ethiopia.
• Carry out a cost-benefit analysis of agricultural machinery spare parts, irrigation/drainage equipment, and animal feed incentives;

The contractor is also expected to carry out the following tasks:

• Present a kick-off meeting to clarify expectations and agree approach;
• Familiarize consultancy work team with salient details of the proposed consultancy
• Identify and review relevant legislations relevant to proposed reforms;
• Carry out the cost-benefit and government revenue implications analysis
• Present initial findings to the ATA and AGRA MIRA country team;
• Revise and complete the cost-benefit and government revenue implications analysis in line with feedback;
• Prepare a written report summarizing findings for the analysis;
• Present findings to the ATA and AGRA MIRA country team and relevant stakeholders

Outputs/Outcome:

1. An inception report outlining the methodology used for the study and the work plan for developing the deliverables in two weeks from start of the consultancy work

2. Initial presentation of findings to ATA and AGRA MIRA country team of a written report on the existing agricultural machinery spare parts, irrigation/drainage equipment, and animal feed tax system, inventory of agricultural machinery spare parts, irrigation/drainage equipment, and animal feed tax incentives, and also a cost and benefits analysis of agricultural machinery spare parts, irrigation/drainage equipment, and animal feed tax incentives in Ethiopia; the report should be based on the experience internationally must include a policy note based on the recommendations

3. Final presentation of findings to ATA ,AGRA MIRA country team, and relevant stakeholders

All deliverables should be succinct but informative, and key points should be easily understandable to a wide range of stakeholders. Deliverables should be submitted in English

Competencies required

AGRA wishes to contract a firm or team of tax experts and agricultural development practitioner(s) including economists, accountants, public finance specialists etc with the following skills and qualifications:
• Extensive experience in the context of enabling legal and regulatory environment for agricultural development in Africa preferably in Ethiopia
Previous experience of conducting legal reviews of regulations and/or legislation in agricultural policies, laws and regulations
• Experience in the field tax policy and administration, tax consulting, or tax law in Ethiopia
• Excellent knowledge of tax incentives issues in the agricultural sector in Ethiopia
• Ability to present complex problems in easy-to-understand language
• Experience of working with the ATA or any other government agency(ies) with agriculture sector mandate

• Country presence in Ethiopia

Duration of the assignment: 3 months

Reporting arrangements: The consultant will report to AGRA’s Head of Policy and Advocacy throughout the engagement period. The consultant will also directly report to ATA/ MIRA Ethiopia team and will provide a biweekly updates on progress to a steering committee to be consisted by ATA.

Proposal submission: Taking into account the TOR, the consultancy candidate should submit a proposal containing the following elements:-
• Understanding of the assignment
• Outlining past experience of the firm/ consultant (Please provide a minimum of two concrete samples of similar work done for other organizations)
• Methodology proposed for the assignment (including tools proposed for the assignment)
• Work plan that includes clear timelines for the assignment
• Summary resume(s) of key staff who will work on the AGRA account
• Consultancy fee for undertaking the assignment and budget breakdown

Deadline of submission of proposals: 15th August, 2016
Interested consultancy firms or individuals should submit separately their technical and financial proposals indicating how they plan to undertake the assignment to: procurement@agra.org

Important note: Technical and Financial proposals will need to be submitted as separate documents. Financial proposals will not be opened until the conclusion of the technical evaluation and then only for those proposals that are deemed qualified and responsive.

Disclaimer: AGRA reserves the right to determine the structure of the process, number of short-listed participants, the right to withdraw from the proposal process, the right to change this timetable at any time without notice and reserves the right to withdraw this tender at any time, without prior notice and without liability to compensate and/or reimburse any party.

REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL- (RFP–S&L-2016–9126625)

For Local and International Company only

1. Topic: UNICEF Ethiopia is seeking Request for Proposals (RFP) form a registered firm/ Company/ Organization to- Conduct Assessment for Learning (AfL) system and roll out of AfL program to three new regions. (For a period of 21 months)

2. Background

The Ministry of Education embarked on improving quality of general education through its General Education Quality Improvement Program (GEQIP I: 2008 and GEQIP II: 2012). Yet, improving and ensuring the quality and efficiency of education at all levels remains an important priority. Critical analysis of the curriculum reform efforts in the various components of the Ethiopian education system reveals incompatibility, particularly among the reforms in the areas of the school curriculum and assessments. The 2014 joint review mission by education technical working group drawn from MoE and donors has identified that learning assessment has yet to be intertwined with the existing curriculum practices.

ESDP V also stipulates that the new curriculum revisions were well received, but a common complaint among students, teachers and higher officials was a lack of linkage between assessment, examinations and curriculum. In particular, the MoE has put in place a policy of undertaking continuous assessment as means of measuring learner’s progress at all levels of the education system. However, there is a widespread flaw among teachers and educational practitioners in translating the policy into action.

More details of the requirements for this bid can be found in the RFP.

3. Experience and qualification

The Consultancy Institution/Firm must

• Have rich experience in carrying out similar job for other countries /national/international agencies.
• State the team members and make available their CVs
• Provide UNICEF with a Certificate of Incorporation/ documentation proving that they are a registered company or institution.

Interested and eligible bidders from local company are invited to collect the complete tender documents by sending an email to Mr. Ayele Wolde (awolde@unicef.org) or Mr. Deresse Damte (ddamte@unicef.org). Starting on Wednesday 27- July- 2016. Proposals are to be submitted to UNICEF Ethiopia Office on or before 10:00 am (East African Time)12- Aug- 2016(Friday). Please quote the RFP nr. 9126625** in all your correspondences. Due to the nature of the bid, there will be no bid public opening for this offer. UNICEF reserves the right to accept or reject part or all of any or all bids. ADDRESS: UNICEF Ethiopia, UNECA Compound, NOF Building, 2^nd floor Supply Section, Attn. Mr. Ayele Wolde, P.O.BOX 1169, TEL: +251-11 518 4142/ 4167, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.

Job Title: Country Representative for CAFOD, SCIAF and Trócaire –Ethiopia
Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Department: International
Date: July 2016
Ref No: 16-ID-013
Background to the Role: CAFOD, SCIAF and Trócaire (CST) represent the official international relief and development agencies of the Catholic Church in England and Wales, Scotland and Ireland.
The Catholic Agency for Overseas Development (CAFOD) is the official development and relief agency of the Catholic Church in England and Wales. SCIAF is the Scottish Catholic International Aid Fund, the official aid and international development charity of the Catholic Church in Scotland. Trócaire is the official overseas development agency of the Catholic Church in Ireland. All three agencies work to promote human dignity and social justice and are part of the global Caritas network, a confederation of over 160 Catholic aid agencies

CAFOD, SCIAF and Trócaire have been operating a joint programme in Ethiopia managed by a single office since 2000. The Country Representative leads the programme (approximately £6m sterling) on behalf of the three agencies and manages a team of 30 staff.

In Ethiopia, the three agencies work in collaboration on a country single programme. The programme currently has four thematic focuses: Sustainable Livelihoods, HIV and AIDS Response, Civil Society Development and Emergency Preparedness and Humanitarian Response. CST’s implementation approach is through working with national partner organisations. We work with 30 partners in five areas of Ethiopia (Tigray, Afar, Oromia, SNNP and Greater Addis Ababa). CST is currently working on a new Strategy for the period 2017 – 2021.

The three agencies working together in Ethiopia bring many benefits: reduced transaction costs for our partners; allowing our own administration to be more cost effective than having separate presence of the three agencies; it also allows greater flexibility in responding to partners’ capacity needs. As three agencies together we also have more influence with partners, donors and government than working separately.

Reporting to: A Joint Agency Meeting (JAM) governance group made up of the CAFOD Head of Region, Africa, SCIAF Programme Manager and Trócaire Head of Region, Horn and East Africa. Direct line management lies with the Trócaire Head of Region
Managing: (Individuals /Team) Direct Management of 4; overall team of 30.
Contract Type: Fixed term
Contract Duration: 3 years
Location of Position Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Purpose of the Role The Country Director is responsible for strategic development and effective management of Trócaire’s country programme, in line with Trócaire’s organisational and country specific strategies, policies and procedures.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership
• Provide vision and direction for the Ethiopia country programme in line with CAFOD, SCIAF and Trócaire’s organisational strategies.
• Develop and implement the Ethiopia Country Strategic Plan (CSP) and review the CSP annually.
• Report annually on programme, non-programme and financial management to the JAM.
• Input into CAFOD, SCIAF and Trócaire’s organisational strategies through strategic planning and annual review processes
• Model the behaviours and values expected of CST staff
• Contribute to the strategic direction of CST’s work, inputting into regional and Africa-wide processes and policies, and providing ideas, initiatives and information for development education, fundraising, campaigning and advocacy work of the 3 organisations.

Programme development and overview of country programme
• Provide leadership and direction in the strategic development and implementation of development and humanitarian programmes at country level, in line with CAFOD, SCIAF and Trócaire’s strategic objectives, strategies and policies.
• Ensure that effective results-based monitoring and evaluation systems are implemented in line with CST policies, systems and guidelines.
• Take forward capacity strengthening processes and develop opportunities for more systematic learning and sharing amongst partners and within CST itself.
• Ensure that programme learning is captured and feeds into programme development and sharing across programmes and across the three agencies.
• Ensure that programme staff work together to build synergies between programme areas, where this adds to programme impact.
• Ensure that internal and external reporting is carried out in a timely manner, to a high standard and in line with agreed objectives and targets.
• Maintain direct communication with managers in the three HQ (e.g. Head of Programmes, Head of Institutional Funding), and ensure that the country team is working effectively with HQ-based teams on programme quality and learning; research, policy & advocacy; and management of institutional funding.
• Provide leadership and foster collaboration with other actors (NGOs, INGOs, networks, host government etc.) in order increase programme quality and maximise impact.
• Ensure that CST responds appropriately to requests for humanitarian and development support, and that appraisal, monitoring and evaluation of humanitarian and development programmes takes place in line with Core Humanitarian Standards.
• Lead on advocacy at a country level and on defining advocacy messages for use internationally.
• Facilitate fundraising and communications work on an emergency response.

Human Resource Management
• Ensure that CST attracts and retains high calibre national and international staff by providing; a sense of clear purpose to all staff, (ensuring staff understand CST’s objectives and their roles in achieving those objectives) and development opportunities, in line with CST policy
• Lead on recruitment and management of staff according to CST’s management standards, so that staff are empowered and the effectiveness of the team is maximised.
• Lead, manage and support direct reports, including setting objectives, conducting annual performance development reviews, providing coaching and ensuring team members have individual development plans.
• Ensure effective and appropriate systems and processes for team learning and development.
• Lead wider cross organisational teams/initiatives relating to the programme, such as media and communications work, advocacy, co-financing initiatives, humanitarian response.
• Ensure consistent implementation of strong performance management systems throughout the country team, in line with CST policy.
• Foster a culture and efficient and effective practices of team-working in pursuit of greater programme impact and organisational effectiveness.
• Ensure that there are regular staff forums and meetings for discussion and coordination of strategic, operational and administrative initiatives

Financial and Admin Management
• Take responsibility for overall financial management in the country and ensure that there is optimal use of financial resources, managed in a transparent and accountable manner in line with CST’s systems and procedures;
• Plan, manage, and review budgets (programme budget, office overheads budget, back-donor funded programmes), in line with CST’s financial policies and guidelines and according to the requirements and deadlines set by the Head of Region and the JAM
• Manage the core costs budget and the country staffing budget
• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting in accordance with CST’s finance guidelines
• Ensure that partner organisations are assessed in relation to financial management and governance standards and are supported to address capacity weaknesses

Country office management and governance compliance
• Ensure that all host government requirements in relation to registration, taxation, labour law, auditing, fraud etc., are complied with;
• Ensure the country security plan is accessible and up-to-date, and provide effective security management, including staff security and risk mapping.
• Oversee, maintain and protect office assets and support systems. This includes computer software and hardware, vehicles, casual staff, bank accounts and procurement.
• Ensure that all necessary policies and procedures are in place and followed by staff in terms of security, procurement, safeguarding children, use of equipment, medical cover, local terms and conditions – including salary scales. Provide for training of staff in such policies as necessary.
• Ensure that internal and external audits are fulfilled in a timely and efficient manner, in line with CST policy and back donor and host government requirements.
• Ensure follow-up on recommendations arising out of audits of CST’s operations and take appropriate actions where necessary.
• Ensure full compliance with CST’s fraud policy and related back donor or host government requirements;

Institutional Funding
• Lead the development and ensure implementation and regular review of a country strategy on Institutional Funding.
• Ensure that the country team is accessing and managing Institutional Funding in accordance with CST’s strategic objectives, policies and procedures.
• Ensure full compliance with donor requirements in relation to Institutional Funding secured for the country programme.
• Ensure optimal cost recovery, based on sound systems for budgeting, monitoring and compliance reporting.
• Take overall responsibility for managing risks related to institutional funding.
• Monitor and ensure that the programme takes advantage, where opportunities arise, for in-country funding.
• Network actively and play a lead role in management level dialogue with donors and other INGOs on accessing and managing institutional funding.

Representation, Communications and Advocacy:
• Represent CST with the host government, national NGO and INGO networks, the Catholic Church and its agencies, donors and other key strategic stakeholders.
• Act as prime spokesperson for CST in country with all external stakeholders
• Maximise opportunities for collaboration with like-minded agencies for integration into country- based networks.
• Increase awareness of CST’s work with CAFOD, SCIAF and Trócaire’s supporters and key stakeholders in the UK and Ireland, through the provision of communications material, facilitating internal and external visitors and carrying out media interviews upon request by the Communications Unit in the three HQs.
• Lead the country team in contributing to the development and implementation of core communications, fundraising, development education and advocacy initiatives at global level.
• Play an active role in defining and delivering on a country-specific advocacy agenda.

The ideal candidate will have:
Qualification • Third level qualification in Development, Humanitarian or related field of study.

Experience • Significant demonstrable experience in the management of development and humanitarian programmes of substantial scale;
• Demonstrable experience in running a country office (admin, finance, HR management, security management etc.);
• In-depth understanding of programming in a partnership model, working in a partnership-based NGO;
• Sound and up to date knowledge of development concepts, methodologies and techniques, including results based management, rights based approach and participatory methodologies;
• Demonstrable experience or knowledge of one or more of the programme areas: sustainable livelihoods and natural resource management, women’s economic empowerment, HIV & AIDS prevention and response and civil society strengthening
• Demonstrable experience of promoting gender equity through programming and within an international organisation;
• Demonstrable experience of working to attract institutional donor funding and of managing large and complex donor grants;
• Solid experience of managing teams in a multi-cultural environment and playing a leadership role in ensuring cohesiveness, inclusion and development of staff at all levels;
• Experience of working in a faith-based organization;
• Experience of working with management information systems.
Skills • Excellent leadership skills;
• Ability to motivate staff to align behind a shared vision and objectives;
• Demonstrated ability to think strategically and to develop and implement a clear country level strategy in the context of organisational strategy;
• Demonstrated ability to manage multi-cultural teams of national and international staff well, and to implement performance management effectively;
• Ability to coach and help others develop in their professional lives;
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship management skills and demonstrated ability in using these with internal stakeholders and external stakeholders;
• Demonstrated ability to manage budgets and financial systems on a significant scale, in development and humanitarian contexts;
• Demonstrated ability to meet corporate governance and accountability requirements of host governments, CST and donors;
• Demonstrated ability to manage security in challenging environments;
• Highly organised, with excellent planning, prioritisation and problem-solving skills;
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills, including ability to make highly effective presentations to groups; communicate well to the media; develop succinct reports for management or other internal purposes; and produce analysis and articles for internal and external use.
• Competent in Microsoft packages (Word, Excel) and in the effective use of ICT;
• Fluency (written and spoken) in English
• A full driving licence.
Qualities • Understanding of, an empathy with , the role of the Catholic Church in development
• A strong commitment to the work of justice and an empathy with the ethos and work of CAFOD, SCIAF and Trócaire.
Other • Ability and willingness to travel within Ethiopia and internationally including travel to three HQs in Ireland and the UK.

Please apply via https://www.trocaire.org/about/work-with-trocaire/jobs

Overview:

Founded in 2002 by President William J. Clinton, the Clinton Health Access Initiative (CHAI) is a global health organization committed to strengthening integrated health systems around the world and expanding access to care and treatment for HIV/AIDS, malaria and other illnesses. Based on the premise that business-oriented strategy can facilitate solutions to global health challenges, CHAI acts as a catalyst to mobilize new resources and optimize the impact of these resources to save lives, via improved organization of commodity markets and more effective local management. CHAI does not operate stand-alone programs, nor does it build parallel health systems. Rather, CHAI works at the invitation and in support of governments. CHAI's teams are working side-by-side with more than 30 governments to tackle many of the largest barriers to effective health care.

CHAI is currently operating in Ethiopia carrying out a wide range of programs to support the Ministry of Health in improving access to and increasing the quality of health services. As one of CHAI's largest field offices with more than 150 staff, the Ethiopia office operates programs across hospital management; maternal, newborn and child health; HIV/AIDS; nutrition; vaccines; and health financing. The health financing program aims to transform how the health system is financed to substantially and sustainably increase access to services, beginning with essential services for those most in need.

Description:

The Government of Ethiopia has supported significant improvements in health over the past decade and now aims to accelerate progress to deliver quality essential health services to its growing population of close to 100 Million people. To achieve this goal, Ethiopia is rolling out health insurance schemes with the goal of reaching most of the population by 2020. If successful, Ethiopia will set an example for all other countries working towards the goal of universal health coverage on the continent.

To successfully roll out this ambitious reform, the newly-staffed Ethiopian Health Insurance Agency will need to overcome technical, operational and management challenges of insurance scale-up across a large and diverse country. This includes making evidence-based decisions in key areas such as the initial design of the benefits package and premium rates, as well as setting up processes to continuously revise these decisions. There will also be a need to strengthen core operations for successful enrollment, provider payment, and financial management. As experience from other countries has shown, the early stages of launch will determine the success of the reform.

CHAI has been supporting the Government of Ethiopia in health financing over the past few years and has been asked by senior leadership to provide more comprehensive support to all of these areas in order to ensure this reform has the intended outcomes in increasing access to quality care for all in need. Ethiopia will be a flagship program for CHAI's health financing work; shaping our engagements in health insurance in other contexts.

Job Requirements

CHAI is seeking a highly motivated individual with outstanding technical capabilities to serve as Senior Analyst, to support the Ethiopian Health Insurance Agency as the Agency oversees the launch of social health insurance and the expansion of community based health insurance.

The Senior Analyst will spend the majority of his or her time working from within the Insurance Agency at the headquarters and branch office level. He or she will provide direct support to key directorates of the Agency such as Providers Affairs, Membership, Finance, Research and Information Technology. The Senior Analyst will be part of a small, but growing CHAI team.

Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Work with supervisor to support the Health Insurance Agency's headquarters and branch offices in key analyses and research to respond to strategic questions, development of standard operating procedures and tools for the roll-out of business processes and other deliverables. Deliverables could span the following areas: Provider management and payment, member management, pooling and finance, management information systems, and/or other information technology.
• Support monitoring and early identification of problem areas during the roll-out and scale-up of insurance and work with supervisor and Agency management to address these problems as they arise.
• Build process management and technical capacity within the Insurance Agency at headquarters and branch offices. This includes providing day to day support to Agency staff.
• Serve as a liaison between directorates at headquarters and sub-national branch offices to ensure that insurance is rolled out in a standardized manner.
• Other responsibilities as requested by supervisor.

CHAI works in a fast-paced, results-driven environment and this health insurance reform is a top priority for the government. We are seeking a highly motivated individual who is a fast learner and who is both detail oriented and has the ability to ask the key questions or see the “big picture.” CHAI places great value on resourcefulness, responsibility, tenacity, flexibility, independence, energy, work ethic and humility.

Qualifications include the following:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field such as economics, public health, financial management, public policy; An advanced degree is an advantage;
• Three or more years of professional experience in demanding, results-oriented environments in the public sector and/or private sector (e.g., management consulting); Experience in the health sector or health insurance is an advantage;
• Excellent problem solving, analytical and quantitative skills, including attention to detail and fluency in Microsoft Excel;
• Strong organizational skills;
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment;
• Ability to learn on the job quickly through research and absorb and synthesize a broad range of information;
• Ability to navigate ambiguous and complex processes and be flexible;
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships;
• Strong communication skills, including development of compelling presentations (in Microsoft PowerPoint) and documents (in Microsoft Word);
• Strong command of English and Amharic language required;
• Willingness to travel within Ethiopia as needed.

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Team Leader, Performance Evaluation of the Enhancing the Status of Human Rights Protection and Systems of Good Governance Program,USAID/Ethiopia Performance Monitoring and Evaluation Service (EPMES) Activity, Ethiopia

Social Impact (SI) is a Washington, DC-area international development management consulting firm. SI’s mission is to improve the effectiveness of international development programs in improving people’s lives. We provide a full range of management consulting, technical assistance, and training services to strengthen international development programs, organizations, and policies. We provide services globally in the areas of monitoring and evaluation, strategic planning, project and program design, organizational capacity building, and gender and social analysis. SI services cross-cut all development sectors including democracy and governance, health, education, the environment, and economic growth. SI’s clients include US government agencies such as USAID, the Millennium Challenge Corporation, the US Department of State, bilateral donors, multilateral development banks, foundations, and non-profits.

Project Objective:

The five-year $19 million Ethiopia Performance Monitoring and Evaluation Service (EPMES) activity aims to provide USAID/Ethiopia with project/activity external evaluation, performance monitoring and performance management support services in alignment with the USAID Automated Directives System (ADS) and Evaluation Policy. It is anticipated that this contract will assist USAID/Ethiopia and its partners to generate empirical data on project/activity implementation as well as foster learning and knowledge management to improve evidence-based project design and development programming in support of the Country Development and Cooperation Strategy (CDCS). The Contractor will provide support services at all stages of USAID’s program cycle. Specific services to be provided under this contract include implementation of external evaluations, as directed by the Mission’s Program Office and Development Objective Teams/Technical Offices; management and monitoring and evaluation (M&E) technical capacity building for implementing partners (IPs), select local organizations, and Mission staff on M&E best practices, data collection, data analysis and data quality assurance practices; support to technical offices to analyze geo-referenced data and produce maps with geographic information system (GIS) tools; and support to IPs and Mission staff for the ongoing use of the Agency’s portfolio management system(s), including AID tracker Plus (AT+), for active performance management. The expected results of this contract are to build internal and external M&E capacities of USAID staff and IPs to improve accountability and the use of empirical evidence for programming, learning and adapting at every stage of the project cycle.

Position Description:

Social Impact is seeking a short-term Team Leader to manage a team of technical experts to conduct a Performance Evaluation of the USAID-funded Enhancing the Status of Human Rights Protection and Systems of Good Governance Program under the EPMES activity. This assignment will take place in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. The expected period of performance is from August to October 2016.

Requirements:

• Master’s degree in International Development, Public Policy, Law, Political Science, Public Administration or other relevant field required; a PhD is strongly preferred.

• At least 10 years of relevant work experience in the area of governance, human rights in a governmental, multilateral or civil society organization in a multi-cultural setting, in providing management advisory services, hands-on experience in design, monitoring and evaluation of development projects.

• Demonstrated technical skills in monitoring and evaluation including data collection and verification, annual and mid reviews, rigorous mid and final evaluation designs/methodologies, qualitative and quantitative data analysis, and sector assessments.

• Prior experience working in Ethiopia and understanding of the local country context highly preferred.

• Familiarity with USAID project cycle, policies, regulations, and monitoring and evaluation methodologies and reporting requirements.

• Experience working with human rights institutions

• Fluency in English required.

Come join our energetic and innovative team! We offer you the opportunity to play a leading role in the growth of our company, work as part of a creative and committed team, and make a difference in the well-being of our world.

To learn more about Social Impact, please visit our website: http://www.socialimpact.com

SI is an EEO/AA/ADA Veterans Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Only selected candidates will be contacted for an interview. Please, no phone calls.

To apply, please follow this link to the job posting on our website and complete the steps to register and apply: http://chp.tbe.taleo.net/chp02/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=SOCIIMPA2&cws=1&rid=865

Proyecto: ECHO

Financiado por: Departamento de Ayuda Humanitaria y Protección Civil de la Comisión Europea (ECHO)

ANTECEDENTES

COOPI es una Organización No Gubernamental, laica, apolítica, que trabaja a nivel internacional a través de proyectos de desarrollo e intervenciones de ayuda humanitaria en América del Sur, África, Oriente Medio y los Balcanes. Desde su fundación en Italia en 1965 se ha comprometido a combatir las injusticias y las causas que ocasionan pobreza, para contribuir a construir un futuro en el que se garanticen a todos, condiciones de vida adecuadas, derechos fundamentales, e igualdad de oportunidades.

COOPI inicia a desarrollar sus acciones en Paraguay, en los departamentos de Concepción, San Pedro, Caaguazú, Boquerón y Presidente Hayes, a partir desde el 2001 y con continuidad desde el año 2005, a través de: proyectos de desarrollo dirigidos a familias campesinas; apoyando respuestas locales de emergencia; promoviendo e implementando proyectos de preparación ante desastres y protección del medioambiente orientados a mejorar el acceso al agua y la seguridad alimentaria de las comunidades más amenazadas por incendios y sequía; además de llevar a cabo acciones para la promoción de la medicina intercultural y la defensa de los derechos de las poblaciones indígenas.

A partir del año 2008 COOPI ha coordinado con autoridades locales y otros actores humanitarios presentes en el país, respuestas de emergencia e intervenciones de preparación ante la sequía y las inundaciones, principalmente en el Chaco (Pdte. Hayes, Boquerón y Alto Paraguay), además de llevar a cabo constantemente actividades de monitoreo para evaluar la situación humanitaria y las capacidades locales de respuesta para hacer frente a las crisis cíclicas. Los principales financiadores de tales acciones han sido el Departamento de Ayuda Humanitaria y Protección Civil de la Comisión Europea (DG ECHO) y el Fondo Central de Respuestas a Emergencias (CERF-OCHA) canalizado a través de agencias de NNUU (FAO y OPS/OMS).

Desde mediados de mayo 2015 hasta finales de 2016, COOPI en consorcio con PLAN International (socio líder) estará desarrollando el proyecto Fortalecimiento institucional y comunitario de las capacidades de preparación y coordinación para la reducción de riesgos ante desastres – Chake Ou – ECHO/-SM/BUD/2015/91028, financiado por DG ECHO, en colaboración con la SEN y las autoridades departamentales de Alto Paraguay, Presidente Hayes y Asunción.

El objetivo del proyecto Chake Ou es fortalecer las capacidades de preparación y coordinación para la respuesta ante emergencias y para la implementación de medidas de gestión y la reducción de riesgo a nivel comunitario, local e institucional en Asunción y en los departamentos de Alto Paraguay (Bahía Negra, Fuerte Olimpo, Carmelo Peralta, Puerto Casado) y Presidente Hayes (Nanawa). COOPI estará a cargo de implementar las actividades en Alto Paraguay, Nanawa y apoyar el fortalecimiento de la planificación de respuesta de emergencia de la Dirección de Gestión de Riesgos de la Municipalidad de Asunción.

OBJETIVOS

El puesto de Experto/a en análisis de riesgo y planificación de emergencia, tiene como objetivo coordinar las actividades de fortalecimiento de la Dirección de Gestión de Riesgos definiendo un sistema oportuno y necesario para determinar los escenarios de riesgo prioritarios a nivel de la Municipalidad y la identificación de los recursos necesarios para atender emergencias.

RESPONSABILIDADES, FUNCIONES Y ACTIVIDADES PRINCIPALES

• Contribuir a definir los recursos esenciales relacionados con la preparación ante desastres, la gestión de crisis y la gestión preventiva del territorio a través de seminarios y reuniones con todos los actores involucrados.
• Contribuir en llevar a cabo un diagnóstico del sistema de manejo de información (base de datos, catálogo de metadatos, SIG, formatos y protocolos de intercambio de información, capacidades y conocimiento del personal dedicado, equipos, etc.), evidenciando fortalezas del sistema, así como limitaciones a nivel metodológico, técnico, humano y de equipos.
• Contribuir a la recolección de datos (base de datos, catálogos de metadatos, SIG, etc.) a través de la formación del equipo de campo y la coordinación con los expertos del Dirección de Gestión de Riesgo de Asunción.
• Colaborar en definir los equipos necesarios y dedicados en las componentes hardware y software.
• Definir, implementar e monitorear un plan de capacitaciones teóricas y prácticas para personal de la Dirección de Gestión de Riesgo de Asunción, en base a los objetivos identificados; y acompañar/orientar el análisis de la información existente, para la producción de los escenarios de riesgo en base a la información disponible.
• Contribuir en la definición de formatos, metadatos y protocolos internos para el intercambio de información y la construcción de los mapas temáticos actualizados (fuentes de información, tipo de archivos, lineamentos técnicos, parámetros, escalas, tiempos, periodicidad de producción/actualización, propiedad intelectual, restricciones de uso, difusión, etc.).
• Acompañar el diseño de mecanismos de coordinación y protocolos para continuo intercambio y gestión de información entre las distintas instituciones / organizaciones.
• Capacitación de socios y usuarios finales sobre el utilizo del servidor de mapas.
• Preparar informes de actividades y resultados en base a objetivos y proporcionar información útil para el equipo de coordinación del proyecto para la capitalización y la evaluación de las actividades realizadas.
• Realizar una evaluación final del sistema de manejo de información, además de las capacidades del personal capacitado e indicar recomendaciones útiles para el siguiente e periodo de trabajo.

Además:

• Participar cuando sea necesario a reuniones con el equipo de coordinación y técnico del consorcio Chake Ou.
• Ejecutar aquellas tareas inherentes a los objetivos del puesto, y que sean solicitadas por el equipo de coordinación según contexto y necesidades del proyecto, así como según disponibilidad del contratado/a.

PRODUCTOS ESPERADOS

Se describen los productos esperados pre-identificados:

• Metodología y herramientas para llevar a cabo el diagnostico.
• Resultados del diagnóstico y línea de base de la acción.
• Plan de trabajo para fortalecimiento de la Dirección de Gestión de Riesgos.
• Pre-test y post-test al personal integrante asignado (herramientas y resultados).
• Informes periódicos (mensuales) de monitoreo de actividades.
• Base de datos y escenarios de riesgo realizados con la Dirección de Gestión de Riesgos.
• Descripción de formatos y protocolos establecidos para intercambio de información.
• Evaluación final, conclusiones y recomendaciones.

PERFIL DESEADO

Requisitos Necesarios

• Estudios profesionales/académicos y/o experiencia demostrable de por los menos 5 años en SIG, y proyectos o programas de gestión de riesgo (análisis de riesgo).
• Manejo de software SIG (ArcGIS y Q-GIS).
• Experiencia previa de trabajo en América Latina y de preferencia con instituciones públicas.
• Experiencia de capacitación/didáctica y dirección de equipos técnicos. Trabajo orientado a objetivos y productos.
• Conocimiento básico del funcionamiento de servidores de base de datos y servidores web de mapas.
• Capacidad de trabajar de forma autónoma (organización, planificación del trabajo, desarrollo analítico).
• Motivación, honestidad, actitud pro-activa y resolutiva, sentido común, discreción.
• Actitud y espíritu de trabajo en equipo (comunicación y coordinación).
• Capacidad para la sistematización de procesos y elaboración de documentos e informes.
• Idioma castellano (avanzado).
• Manejo de herramientas y aplicaciones informáticas/ofimáticas.

Requisitos Deseables

• Experiencias previas de trabajo con organizaciones de cooperación al desarrollo y/o ayuda humanitaria (preferible experiencias de trabajo previo con COOPI y ECHO).

CONTRATACIÓN Y CONDICIONES BASICAS

• Contrato de colaboración por proyecto de 4 meses y medio (hasta finales de Octubre 2016) con COOPI Milán; incluye seguro internacional por prestaciones sanitarias y médicas.
• Zona de intervención: Asunción, donde COOPI pone a disposición oficinas.
• Honorarios: según perfil y experiencia del candidato.
• Supervisión: Coordinador País de COOPI en Paraguay y Responsable de Área de COOPI Milán.

CANDIDATURAS

Los interesados pueden enviar su candidatura y propuesta técnica y económica de trabajo indicando claramente la referencia “*Experto/a en análisis de riesgo”*, a través de CV, incluyendo datos de por los menos dos personas de referencia de los 2 últimos trabajos realizados.

Sólo se contestará a las personas preseleccionadas para entrevista. En caso de ser preseleccionado nos pondremos en contacto con ustedes. De no ser así, su propuesta habrá sido desestimada para este puesto en concreto.

http://www.coopi.org/lavoro/paraguay-expertoa-en-analisis-de-riesgo-y-planificacion-de-respuesta-a-emergencias/