This role will lead the efforts for live and upcoming bids for potential project staff – either key personnel or core staff. S/he will also assist in the development of recruitment resources and guidelines specific to USAID and other USG funding sources to streamline USNO recruitment across the Plan Federation. They will also be responsible for identifying and on boarding consultants for proposal development.

Responsibilities:

Lead recruitment efforts for competitive USG-funded proposals working in close collaboration with team members from the Country Offices and USNO technical units

• Develop the capacity, train, and mentor staff to become USG proposal recruiters. Provide on-the-job support related to recruitment using best
• Identify potential positions, develop job descriptions, and facilitate advertising of positions;
• Coordinate interviewing process including preparing interview questions, scheduling interviews, formatting CVs and collection of relevant USAID paperwork from selected candidates;
• Assist in developing and regularly updating USG proposal recruitment guidelines for the Plan Federation;
• Develop and maintain a library of recruitment resources for competitive bidding;
• Provide general proposal development assistance as

Education and Experience:

• BA in International Development, Human Resources or related field. MA degree preferred.
• A minimum of 5 years’ experience with USG proposal recruitment
• Field experience a plus
• Prior knowledge of USAID rules and regulations regarding recruitment and personnel processes.
• Recruitment experience for international positions – HCNs, TCNs
• Broad knowledge of US labor laws and basic HR principles in compensation, benefits, staffing, training and development, employee
• Ability to coordinate multiple projects simultaneously, work well under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills;
• Excellent interpersonal skills, and sense of humor;
• Attention to detail,
• Working knowledge of a second language: French or Spanish is desirable
• A demonstrated commitment to Plan International’s Mission

Business development and technical or program staff working for peer organizations; and USG staff at USAID, the State Department, CDC and other institutions as needed.

In Brief:

Position: Senior Business Development Manager, Recruitment
Job Location: Washington, DC
Position: Senior Business Development Manager, Recruitment
Job Location: Washington, DC
Team: Business Development Unit

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The responsibilities, duties and qualifications for this position are described in the attached position description.

GENERAL: Winrock is a recognized leader in U.S. and international development with a focus on social and environmental issues. As a mission driven, field-based organization, we believe that sustainable development is inclusive and that complex challenges require integrated solutions. Winrock embraces continuous quality improvement and a culture of impact, accountability and entrepreneurship.

SALARY AND BENEFITS: The annual salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Excellent benefits include life, disability and medical insurance; retirement; and other normal Winrock benefits.

Applicants should possess authorization to work by the Government of Bangladesh or the Government of Nepal. Winrock International is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. EOE/AA Winrock International is an equal opportunity employer 2 POSITION DESCRIPTION POSITION TITLE: Awards Officer 1 LOCATION: Dhaka, Bangladesh or Kathmandu, Nepal GROUP: Operations UNIT: Awards Management REPORTS TO: Associate Director, Awards Management POSITION SUMMARY: This position supports compliance management of a diverse portfolio of awards which includes contracts, grants and cooperative agreements. Monitor award related work flows and help develop and implement systems to strengthen compliance with award terms and conditions as well as applicable regulations and WI policy.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Reviews assigned documents prior to signature and works to ensure the best possible terms for Winrock International.

• Provides guidance and identifies training needs to ensure award functions are implemented consistently across the global organization.

• Coordinates with contract and program staff to develop, analyze, revise, amend, review and negotiate contract documents, including, contracts, grants, cooperative agreements and subawards.

• Reviews sub-awards and modifications as assigned, notifies Associate Director of problems and risks, and takes the lead in researching disputes concerning contractual issues.

• As requested, visits field offices to assess compliance and ensures correct systems and filing are present

• Remains current on changes within the industry through resource sites, publications, and continuing education, and provides training and refresher sessions on pertinent topics.

• Acts as the “compliance go-to person” and provides guidance and advice to program staff on compliance issues and questions.

• Vets all issues outside of standard policies and procedures with the Associate Director.

• Projects a qualified appearance and cooperative attitude, maintains high ethical standards of integrity; respects confidentiality in representing Winrock International to ensure a professional representation at all times.

• Additional duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS AND BACKGROUND:

Education:

• BS/BA in Business Administration, International Affairs, or related field, with 2-4 years relevant experience in a business setting or work in a regulatory environment; or MS/MA/MBA with 1-3 years relevant experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience

Experience:

• Work experience should include at least one year of experience in non-profit grants/contracts operations

• Knowledge of US Government grant and management regulations such as 2 CFR 200; experience with USAID, USDA, and/or US DOL funding strongly preferred.

Skills/Knowledge:

• Excellent oral and written communications skills including writing, editing and proof-reading in English required. • Demonstrated strong organizational skills, including workflow management, coordinating a variety of tasks simultaneously and demonstrating flexibility; juggle competing priorities while ensuring quality output.

• Ability to manage priorities while maintaining attention to detail in a fast paced environment.

APPLICATIONS: Applicants should go to Jobs page at https://www.winrock.org/join-us/careers/ to submit their application, cover letter and current resume by DATE.

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The data, assembled by monitoring the traffic and activities of everjobs.com.bd over the months of April, May and June 2016, reveals an increasing number of job opportunities offered by educational and training institutions in the country. “While the Manufacturing industry is still leading the market, we are starting to identify other industries and job categories that are playing an important role in employment in Bangladesh.” says Devendra Singh, Country Manager at everjobs Bangladesh.

“A good sign of diversification of economy drivers in the country”. However, the report also reveals that while more and more job opportunities are available within the educational sector, job seekers still prefer to apply for professional offers related to IT, Sales & Marketing and Engineering.

“There is a considerable gap between what companies are offering and what job seekers are willing to work in” adds Devendra, “the challenge now lies in finding a way to increase the interest of all those raising industries among the job seekers that are about to enter the professional world.” everjobs Bangladesh intends to circulate the Career Report to employers and job seekers on a quarterly basis.

It focuses on the industries and job categories of highest demand in Bangladesh, the skills most needed in the country and even the locations with the most job listings available. With job seekers and employers receiving this report, everjobs Bangladesh hopes to increase awareness to fields that weren’t necessarily considered before as it’s really important to know the job-rich path that are available.

“The goal of this career report is to share some of the interesting and useful data that is generated from our career platform with corporate recruiters. The report helps recruiters keep track of the latest developments in Bangladesh’s job market.” says Gijs Verheijke, CEO of everjobs Asia.

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The Design Lab was chaired by Nobel Laureate Professor Muhammad Yunus. He opened the lab with welcoming remarks to the audience including those tuning in via live stream. Professor Yunus explained the process of the Lab, to review and assess social business plans of entrepreneurs. He reported that to date since January 2013, a total of 1553 projects have been presented during last 107 Design Labs of which 1528  projects were approved for investment, and most of these already in operation.

At today’s Lab, six new social business plans were presented. Out of them four were Nobin Udyokta businesses presented by young entrepreneurs coming from Grameen Bank borrowers’ families and two were guest projects. It includes a range of interesting businesses with colorful products including Jannat Fabrics producing ladies clothing by Shilpy Akter, Parul Beauty Parlor providing skin care by Parul Akter, Mahamuda ledies corner selling cosmetics and boutiques, Nayan Departmental Store selling Grocery items and a wide range of consumer goods. Two guest projects were also presented. They were a social business on sustainable coastal housing in Guatemala by Julio Linares from Guatemala and a project titled Photopreneurs by Prito Reza and Shazeeb M Khairul Islam which aims at creating Photo Entrepreneurs to combat unemployment.

These business plans were presented by each of the young entrepreneurs including all details of project plan, marketing plan, and sustainability plan. There were several rounds of discussions on how each social business could be improved and strengthened during the main session as well as in breakout sessions. All six of the social business projects were approved for funding from various social business funds. These projects would be reviewed in the upcoming Labs, and through regular reports on Social Business Pedia.

Professor Yunus thanked the participants for the innovative social businesses and noted that it was exciting that so many ideas were now a reality and how impressive it was that entrepreneurs coming from so far away could present their business plans and defend them in front of distinguished international audience.

Professor Yunus also invited participants to join next Social Business Design Lab, to be held on 17 September 2015.

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Job Title: Team Lead, Operations

Location: Washington, DC

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following.  IIE may add, change, or remove essential and other duties at any time.

Scholar Exchanges Operations

• Responsible for the overall structure and day-to-day processes of the department’s Scholar Exchanges Operations unit and team members. Activities of the unit include application and selection processes and systems management; oversight of participant management strategies and self-service interactions by participants and external clients; quality assurance strategies, data management and reporting; and monitoring and evaluation.
• Ensure the highest levels of business practices are in place and continually monitor workflows and Set functional processes and procedures for team members to follow. Create strategies to improve them where possible.
• Determine project operational strategies and training needs by conducting needs assessments, reviewing and creating capacity plans, and maximizing resource utilization; contribute information and analysis to divisional strategic plans and reviews.
• Analyzes current practices and provides recommendations to maximize efficiencies as part of a continual improvement
• Coordinate the operational implementation of project tasks across the Scholar Exchanges business units, as well as other IIE
• Design and develop project operation components and processes for new business
• Represent division and IIE generally at internal and external meetings; act as contact with IIE sponsors, as
• Work with Executive Director and Finance Manager to develop and monitor budgets related to a project’s
• Travel within the US, as
• Responsible for complying with applicable contract and sponsor requirements and following all IIE policies and procedures
• Performs other duties and functions as

• Manage and lead a team of
• Prioritize, organize, distribute and coordinate the flow of Assess workload based on priorities and level of complexity.
• Guide individual performance via timely feedback and Make recommendations to Executive Director concerning employment, termination, performance evaluations, salary actions, and other personnel actions.
• Train team on all policy and program updates; identify appropriate training and development

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree Degree in Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, Library and Information Science, Public Administration, or not-for-profit management a plus.
• Minimum five years of program management experience and at least four years relevant experience in international higher education exchange
• At least two years of supervisory experience required
• Experience working on a scholarship program or grant management in order to understand the program lifecycle and to drive efficient
• Experience with developing systems, processes, and procedures in order to achieve high quality

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

1. Strong critical thinking skills, using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to
2. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work well within a diverse team environment.
3. Ability to supervise, direct workflow, guide, and mentor
4. Ability to demonstrate flexibility in dealing with difficult or unpleasant circumstances, or adjusting to changing conditions, in order to meet job requirements.
5. Ability to maintain excellent standards of quality as a primary organizational
6. Ability to follow established guidelines, policies, and procedures in order to ensure
7. Strong service orientation, actively looking for ways to help people.
8. Demonstration of strong time management skills, managing one’s time and the time of
9. Demonstration of active learning, understanding the implications of new information for problem- solving and decision-making.
10. Ability to instruct and teach others on how to do something, selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures as
11. Excellent verbal and written communication

Work Environment and Physical Demands: Essential functions are typically performed in an office setting with a low level of noise. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Please apply online at: https://iie.hua.hrsmart.com/hrsmart/ats/Posting/view/1397

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WCF’s CocoaAction strategy aims to accelerate the sustainability of cocoa farmers and the cocoa sector generally in West Africa. The tǁo leading producers of cocoa ;Côte d’Iǀoire and GhanaͿ are the initial focus countries for CocoaAction. The strategy first covers a six-year period (2014-2020) and involves coordinated voluntary efforts to focus on key strategic thematic areas: cocoa productivity, community development, government outreach, innovations, and key performance indicators. The active involvement of WCF member companies, origin governments, and others in the global cocoa and chocolate ǀalue chain is crucial for the strategy’s success.

To adequately manage the monitoring and evaluation efforts under CocoaAction and other WCF programs, WCF is seeking a highly qualified professional to fill the role of the Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Team Manager. The M&E Team Manager will promote member company alignment and best practices in cocoa farming and community sustainability through aligned results-based management, monitoring, and evaluation. This position will build WCF expertise and capacity in performance measurement by leading a high-performing, cross cultural monitoring and evaluation team. The M&E manager will lead communications with stakeholders (including especially those in the chocolate and cocoa industry) and data reporting activities with corporate stakeholders.

This position is based at the WCF offices in Washington, D.C., and will report to the President of the World Cocoa Foundation.

Estimated start date: at earliest convenience.

Specific Responsibilities: The Monitoring and Evaluation Team Manager will:

• Partner across West-Africa, Europe and the United States to manage technical and strategic communications with private company stakeholders and external
• Manage WCF’s Monitoring and Evaluation Team to meet the priorities of WCF’s CocoaAction Strategy, including creating a system to align the monitoring and evaluation activities of 11 companies in an externally credible
• Use Results-Based Management to support the performance measurement of agricultural and community-based programs, and to drive alignment and progress among
• Manage coordinated planning to align framework, methods, data collection, data management, and reporting across WCF companies
• Supervise a team of three or more staff:
  • Data Manager (DC Office) to support holistic WCF data systems, manage data and software tools, conduct analysis and provide service to members;
  • M&E Coordinator (Ghana) to lead monitoring methods and field work for M&E.

• Develop and supervise training programs and ongoing support for member company staff and third parties including government extension representatives and NGOs, as
• Coordinate program staff to support aligned data collection among additional WCF agricultural and community-based programs, including the Cocoa Livelihood Program (CLP).
• Lead collaborative working groups in the design of improved methods (i.e. improved methods for monitoring crop productivity) and tools (i.e. mobile apps for data collection) as member company needs
• Design and coordinate field pilots of survey and observation-based monitoring methods to support member companies and
• Manage information presentations regarding KPIs and performance measurement to member companies as
• Support reporting and analysis and develop recommendations as needed by CocoaAction and CLP
• Establish regular data contributions from all CocoaAction
• Lead collaborative working groups in the design of reporting and analysis tools (i.e., reports or online ) as member company needs require.
• Promote collaborative information sharing to support a shared learning agenda by managing online information and

Additionally, the successful candidate will be able to demonstrate: 

• Bachelor’s degree required, graduate degree preferred, in International Development, Social Sciences, or Business
• Demonstrated ability to lead multiple priorities and program activities in a leadership
• Minimum 5 years of experience, including project design and management duties, in Results-Based Management, Monitoring and Evaluation, and Reporting,
• Field experience in the collection or monitoring of agricultural, environmental, and/or social science data,
• Experience communicating technical information to senior business Strong presentation skills required.
• Experience developing and conducting trainings for technical and/or agricultural workers,
• International experience in Africa, SE Asia, or Latin America,
• Experience working and creating alignment across sectors (private sector, multilaterals, governments, non-governmental organizations).
• Demonstrated ability to lead multiple priorities and program activities in a leadership
• Previous experience managing a budget with competing priorities and a multi-tasked
• Fluency in English, French language ability preferred.

Compensation:

Compensation for the position is competitive and commensurate with experience.

Application Instructions:

Interested and eligible candidates are requested to e-mail their cover letter describing their interest in this role and WCF, including salary requirements and résumé, to: [email protected] at their earliest convenience. Applications will be reviewed on a continuous basis to select a successful candidate.

Successful candidates will be asked to submit a writing sample. When applying, please note the job position title in the subject line. No phone calls please. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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•Budgeting: (i) develop expenditure forecasts for programmatic activities, grantees, vendors, contractors and sub-recipients (ii) support the development of cost proposals and cost narratives for new business;

•Financial Deliverables: (i) prepare financial deliverables, reports and invoices for submission to sponsor (ii) monitor collection of required supporting documentation (iii) track valuation and reporting of cost share as applicable •Financial Accounting: (i) Set up new project codes, grantee IDs, new vendors and sub-recipients for payment (ii) Pay grantees, vendors and sub-recipients via check, wire or EFT in compliance with their grant’s/contract’s terms and conditions (iii) Issue and monitor debit cards as applicable (iv) Work with Controllers to resolve payable/receivable issues as needed (vi) Monitor checks and wire receipts from sponsor, credits and refunds from vendors, contributions, donations and other cash receipts

•Analysis: (i) Review and analyze program expenses against budget, explain variances (ii) Review travel expense reports, credit card reconciliations, cash advance requests for allowability, allocability and reasonableness (iii) Support program staff, management and sponsor with ad hoc financial analyses (iv) Review tax, SEVIS, travel and insurance charges to the program, make corrections as necessary and submit journal entries for cost transfers

•Grant/Contract Management: (i) Comply with applicable contract and sponsor requirements, OMB Circulars, FAR if applicable, and follow all IIE policies and procedures (ii) Raise potential compliance issues; serve as a compliance resource for program teams (iii) Work with Grants & Contracts and Legal teams to review vendor and sub-recipient agreements and amendments (iv) Ensure that all awards and deliverables are on IIE’s Award Management System (iv) Perform close-out of awards and sub-awards

•Training: (i) Train program staff on IIE’s financial policies and procedures, how to use IIE’s financial systems (SAP, IIE Reports, Concur, AMS, Enterprise, Peoplesoft in the future) and explain best practices (ii) Document and assist with development of financial processes and workflows for the program team (iii) Participate in IIE-wide initiatives and provide feedback to working groups as needed

•Financial Liaison for the international based offices: Partner with the senior finance manager and act as the financial liaison to the program and finance staff based in the international offices by: (i) providing training and guidance regarding the financial and contractual compliance. (ii) reviewing financial requests from the field international office before submitting for director approval. (iii) Lead communications between the accounting department in New York and the international-based offices.

•Develop monthly expenses pipelines for assigned portfolio.

•Develop and maintain trackers for the assigned portfolio, such as: Invoice/payment tracker and level of effort (LOE) tracker. Education/Experience:

•Bachelor’s Degree required; business, accounting, economics, finance or related field preferred.

•At least two years of financial management experience required; preferably in a non-profit setting. •Financial management experience with the federal government (USAID) is required.

•Experience with educational institutions, international programs, and the administration of education abroad programs a plus. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

•Knowledge of finance and accounting policies, procedures and administrative practices.

•Excellent knowledge of Excel required.

•Knowledge of federal rules and regulations including ADS, FAR and AIDAR, OMB-A110, OMBA122, and OMB-A133 required.

•Excellent interpersonal communication skills, both oral and written, including the ability to read and interpret documents such as policy and procedure manuals, and write clear, concise instructions, routing reports and correspondence.

•Experience in projects and tasks involving complex details which require well-developed organizational, time-management and administrative skills. Ability to multi-task and prioritize competing projects with limited resources. •Ability to exercise discretion on confidential matters.

•Knowledge of Microsoft Office 2010, database and internet software. Work Environment and Physical Demands: Essential functions are typically performed in an office setting with a low level of noise. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Please apply online at: https://iie.hua.hrsmart.com/hrsmart/ats/Posting/view/1313

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Title: Gender and Natural Resource Management Specialist

Thematic Area : Livelihoods

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Background
The International Centre for Integrated Mountain Development (ICIMOD) is a regional intergovernmental learning and knowledge sharing centre serving the eight regional member countries of the Hindu Kush Himalayan (HKH) region – Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, China, India, Myanmar, Nepal, and Pakistan. Our aim is to influence policy and practices to meet livelihood challenges in the face of climatic and socioeconomic changes emerging in the HKH region.

To do this, ICIMOD bring together researchers, practitioners, and policy makers from the region and around the globe to generate and share knowledge, support evidence-based decision making, and encourage regional collaboration. ICIMOD delivers impact through its six Regional Programmes of Adaptation to Change, Transboundary Landscapes, River Basins, Cryosphere and Atmosphere, Mountain Environment Regional Information System, and Himalayan University Consortium.

These regional programmes are supported by the four Thematic Areas of Livelihoods, Ecosystem Services, Water and Air, and Geospatial Solutions, and underpinned by Knowledge Management and Communication. ICIMOD seeks to improve the lives and livelihoods of mountain women and men, now and for the future.

The Livelihood Thematic Area focuses on promoting diversified and sustainable livelihood options in the HKH region and strengthening social dimensions within the work of ICIMOD and its partners. It seeks to enhance understanding of the human-environment interface, rural-urban linkages, and driving forces of change and their underlying causes.

It also provides expertise on Strategic Institutional Functions (SIFs) such as gender, governance, poverty and inclusive development, and economic analysis to further ICIMOD’s goals. As mountain women and girls are often disproportionately affected by climate and socioeconomic changes, ICIMOD aims to strengthen its work on gender and social equity through the integration of, and increased focus on, gender analysis in its programmatic work and by making ICIMOD a more gender-sensitive workplace.

ICIMOD is looking for a gender expert with substantive conceptual and theoretical knowledge and understanding of gender issues in natural resource management, climate change, and social systems; who is capable of providing technical expertise integrating social and gender dimensions, perspectives and approaches into ICIMOD’s regional programmes, initiatives and thematic areas; and who has substantial experience conducting research and policy advocacy and ensuring gender-positive impacts.

Responsibilities and tasks
Under the overall supervision of the Livelihoods Theme Leader and in direct coordination with the Gender Strategic Institutional Function (SIF), the Gender and NRM Specialist will be responsible for integrating gender perspectives, concepts, methodologies, and action plans into the regional programmes, especially the Transboundary Landscapes and River Basins Regional Programmes, and supporting the implementation of the programmes of the Gender SIF.

The Gender and NRM Specialist will perform the following functions:
Research:
Collaborate with ICIMOD’s thematic areas and regional programmes and initiatives to integrate gender issues and analysis in the context of natural resource management into programme activities and thematic research
Develop and integrate gender-sensitive research methodologies, tools, and activities into the programmes and initiatives
Undertake field research and visits as required by programme activities Provide inputs for project and programme development and monitoring and evaluation in order to integrate gender analysis and outcomes into regional programmes and initiatives
Promote and scale out relevant gender concepts, approaches, and analytical frameworks for application in the context of the Hindu Kush Himalayas Produce and support the production of high-quality knowledge products on the gender dimensions of natural resource management and sustainable livelihoods and participate in advocacy initiatives
Participate in the annual review and planning process Training and Capacity Development:
Organize, conduct, and contribute to internal and external training events, workshops, and seminars on gender issues to strengthen the capacity of ICIMOD and its partners to integrate gender dimensions in their work and to share knowledge Identify capacity building/strengthening needs required for partners and design specific training programmes on gender and NRM for researchers involved in initiative activities
Support partners to include gender perspectives and dimensions in their work
Coordination:
Organize regional training events and workshops and coordinate with partners
Organize, actively participate in, and provide inputs to internal ICIMOD meetings concerning gender issues, research, and activities
Coordinate with and assist the Gender SIF to identify and implement gender-focused institutional programmes and work as a team player in ICIMOD to promote gender equality and support activities that promote institutional goals

Minimum Qualifications
PhD in social sciences or related field (e.g., sociology, anthropology, development studies, gender and women’s studies, geography, environmental studies)
At least 3-5 years of post- qualification experience in applying gender concepts, analysis, and approaches in development programmes, particularly in the fields of gender, forestry, water, and other natural resource management and rural livelihoods
Experience in qualitative and quantitative gender research methods as well as the development and implementation of gender analysis and conceptual research frameworks
Experience in and knowledge of mountain development and gender issues, preferably in the Hindu Kush Himalayan region
Experience with qualitative and quantitative gender research methods and the development and implementation of gender analysis and conceptual research frameworks in relation to gender-based research and policy initiatives

Competencies
Sound knowledge and understanding of gender, natural resource management, and development concepts, theories, analytical tools, approaches, and frameworks
Strong planning and organizing skills
Excellent conceptual and strategic research design skills and strong analytical skills
Proven track record of high-quality writing skills and publications on development, natural resource management, and gender issues
Excellent interpersonal skills and proven ability to work effectively across multicultural and multidisciplinary teams
Experience (at both the field and policy levels) and knowledge of gender issues in the HKH
Proven ability to think analytically and critically and to translate ideas, insights, and learning into action by promoting synergy and cooperation among programme teams
Excellent writing and verbal communication skills in English
Strong commitment to ICIMOD’s vision and mission and core values of equity, fairness, diversity, and empowerment of marginalized social groups
Motivated to travel to remote areas of the HKH region as required

Duty Station
The duty station is Kathmandu; frequent travel and field work in the region will be required.

Duration
Three years, of which the first six months is probation.

Starting Date
Starting date is as early as possible, preferably by 1 May 2015.

Remuneration
Salaries and benefits of ICIMOD are competitive compared to other regional organizations; remuneration is commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Gender and Equity Policy
Qualified and eligible women candidates and those from disadvantaged backgrounds are highly encouraged to apply. ICIMOD implements a gender fair policy and is supportive of working women. It operates a Day-Care Centre at the campus and is committed to gender mainstreaming at the organisational and programmatic levels.

Method of application
Applicants are requested to apply online before 02 Mar 2015 through ICIMOD’s Online Application System.

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

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Title: Director of Internal Audit

Location: The Director will be hosted at the headquarters of one of the AuditAsia member centres (Colombo, Sri Lanka; Bogor, Indonesia; or Los Baños, Philippines). Terms and conditions of employment will be according to the host centre’s approved Human Resource policies. Other AuditAsia staff will be based at member centres but not necessarily in the same location as the Director.

Reports to: The Director reports as follows:

 Center Audits – relevant center board/audit committee in regards to assurance or advisory services commissioned by each center.

 Non audit administrative matters – AuditAsia sponsors group (member centre corporate service directors or equivalent) The AuditAsia Sponsors group will provide administrative oversight of the CGIAR-IAU budgets and fees, Director and unit performance planning and evaluation by collating inputs from centre Audit Committee, and other matters not directly related to client specific audit or audit plans.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

As chief internal audit executive of AuditAsia, the Director is responsible for properly managing the internal audit activities of the Unit so that:

 The Unit fulfills its established business objectives

 Internal audit resources are employed efficiently and effectively, and in accordance with the overall directives of the member centres and relevant host Center financial and administrative policies

 Audit work conforms to the International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing published by the Institute of Internal Auditors and adopted by the CGIAR.

 Liaison with the CGIAR Internal Audit Unit in regards to quality assurance and audits of CGIAR Research Programmes (CRPs). The Director establishes plans to carry out the responsibilities of the Unit. This process involves establishing and maintaining an overall Business Plan for the Unit Unit-level and client-level audit work schedules, staffing plans, financial budgets and fee structures, and activity reports.

RESPONSIBILITIES: The Director is responsible for:

 Establishing professional and administrative policies and procedures to guide the Unit staff and, in relation to professional auditing practice, the internal auditors hired directly by the Centers if relevant;

 Establishing and maintaining a program for selecting and developing the human resources of the Unit, and assisting Centers in this regard with respect to internal auditors hired directly by the Centers if relevant;

 Implement a risk based internal audit program approved by the relevant centre Board, and coordinating the internal and external audit efforts to ensure adequate and costeffective risk based audit coverage, and minimize duplicate audit efforts;

 Liaise with the CGIAR Internal Audit Unit in regards to CGIAR Research Programs (CRP) audits related to AuditAsia member centres;

 Establishing and maintaining a quality assurance program to evaluate internal audit operations and performance including periodic independent external evaluations;

 Managing the overall relationship between the Unit and the Center management and Boards, and the CGIAR IAU in respect of Tier 1 fees. In this regard the Director takes primary responsibility for the Unit’s business planning, overall audit work programming, and activity reporting and hosting arrangements;

 Preparing and reviewing good practice notes, discussion papers, general presentations and other publicly available products of the Unit;

 Undertaking selected audit assignments within agreed work programs of the Unit’s clients, particularly those of a more complex and/or sensitive nature

REQUIREMENTS:

AuditAsia seeks to be diverse, reflecting the global nature of the organizations it provides services to, and welcomes applications from suitably qualified and experienced women and men from a range of backgrounds and experience. The selection criteria for Director of Internal Audit are those for an experienced manager with a track record of demonstrated excellence at an international level who has superior critical thinking and communication capabilities in order to help clients identify and implement improvements, and who can provide leadership to AuditAsia and the member centre community. Applications for this position should take into consideration the selection criteria listed below.

1. University level relevant academic qualification.

2. Professional qualification relevant to undertaking internal audit work. CIA or an appropriate Chartered Accountancy/CPA qualification mandatory. Particular qualifications which would be desirable relate to information technology (CISA, CISM), fraud examination (CFE) administration and corporate governance.

3. At least 10 years of progressive experience in planning, conducting and managing internal or external audits; investigations; and/or studies and consultancies related to corporate governance, risk management, organizational development, internal controls and compliance systems, with a significant portion of that experience at an executive level. Having a significant part of that experience devoted to internal audit is considered essential. Having additional line experience within organizations in financial, administrative, technology, project management, quality system, regulatory compliance or corporate governance positions would also be an advantage.

4. Ability to plan, conduct and manage audits, in accordance with international professional standards, in any or all of the following fields:

 Operational/efficiency

 Information systems

 Financial reporting and financial / administrative controls

 Forensic audit and investigations

Experience in various advanced professional techniques such as the use of data analysis software, statistical tools, problem solving methods and facilitation of risk/control self assessment would be an advantage.

5. A very good knowledge of internal control and risk management frameworks and concepts.

6. Mature understanding of the ethical framework for internal auditors and an ability to appreciate ethical issues applicable generally in the work place.

7. Superior analytical skills.

8. Superior skills in written and verbal communication in English, together with proven ability to deliver clear, logical and succinct presentations and written reports and correspondence. Proficiency in the local languages in the host countries of the AuditAsia Centers would be an advantage.

9. Ability to provide authoritative, professional advice and assistance to audit client senior executives, managers and staff, in a constructive manner.

10. Ability to inspire and lead a team of professionals to aim for and deliver excellence.

11. Superior inter-personal skills, including an ability to work harmoniously in a multi-cultural environment within AuditAsia and in the client entities.

12. Willingness to undertake a significant amount of travel outside the duty station.

13. Experience operating in a complex, semi-federated organizational structure is necessary

14. Demonstrated experience of leading and managing change.

How to Apply:

For complete job details and to submit application, please check our website jobs.irri.org or click this direct link: https://goo.gl/ddfqmY Deadline for application: 5 March 2015

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Reporting to the Founder and Executive Director Gary Slutkin, MD and serving as an integral member of the senior management team, the Chief Operating Officer (COO) will be responsible for the development of Cure Violence’s financial and management strategies and contribute to the development of the organizations strategic goals. Additionally, the COO will be responsible for establishing a business development strategy, utilizing personal and business contacts alike, to create corporate partnerships and strategic alliances. A key focus of the COO will be the execution of the transition to an NGO structure, while maintaining the appropriate structure in place with the University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC). Currently, Cure Violence operates completely within the UIC, School of Public Health. The successful candidate must be a mission-focused, seasoned, strategic and process-minded leader with experience in scaling an organization, leading a management team, and developing a performance-focused culture among a group of diverse and talented individuals. The successful COO will have the skills, sensitivity and ability to tap into the power that each member of the team brings to this mission and retain the creative spark that drives the Cure Violence concept.

Key functions that report directly to the COO include the Program offices for US and global operations, Finance & Administration, Research Operations, and Human Resources/Organizational Development. The ideal candidate will have 10+ years of executive-level experience building relationships with foundations, NGOs, corporate philanthropy, government entities, public health organizations, and donors. S/he will have senior management experience with responsibility for national and/or international organization development including the ability to plan and implement to scale. Key functional knowledge is desired in: information systems, HR, strategic development and planning, budgeting, business analysis, and marketing.

For fullest consideration, interested candidates may upload a resume and letter of interest at https://jobs.uic.edu by February 27, 2015. The University of Illinois at Chicago is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Minorities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Apply Here: https://www.Click2Apply.net/k3mbdrs

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Job Overview/Summary: The Executive Director is the face of the IRC at the local level. S/he sets the vision, articulates the mission, creates the strategy in alignment with the IRC program framework; manages and oversees program development, implementation, and quality; ensures compliance of services within grants and contracts;, and oversees effective delivery of key services such as case management, orientation and acculturation, employment services and placement, initial financial assistance, immigration and social adjustment. The Executive Director is responsible for the development of resources necessary to operate all programs. He/she also builds or maintains well-functioning systems for finance, human resources and other operational activities. The Executive Director is also responsible for ensuring integration and alignment of all programmatic and operational aspects with the larger organization and the 2015-2020 IRC Strategic Plan. This position reports to the Regional Director, U.S. Programs; based in San Diego.

Major Responsibilities:

I. General Management – Leadership/Stewardship

 Organizational Leadership: Possess and model absolute commitment to the mission of the IRC. Establish and articulate vision and strategy for the IRC local office. Engage actively with local leaders and community to advance IRC’s mission and work locally; maintain and nurture collaborative working relationships with state and local agencies as well as other service providers. Uphold client-focused approach and engage comfortably with clients; demonstrate respect for clients’ resilience, strength and wisdom through the delivery of client-focused, quality programs with efficiency and efficacy.

 Strategic Planning: Lead annual strategic planning process that exhibits his/her own strategic vision for the office and incorporates the input and programmatic vision of IRC staff. Coordinate with IRC headquarters and ensure the local strategic plan reflects the agency’s overall mission and goals.

 Staff Management: Build and maintain unity among the staff. Maintain an open door policy and practice that involves regular informal discussions with staff to ensure ongoing, consistent two-way communication about work, challenges, successes and needs. Ensures absolute compliance with the IRC Standards for Professional Conduct; take responsibility for own actions and remain accountable at all times for his/her team’s actions. Maintain solid and effective office management structure that ensures a fully integrated team across departments; ensure regular staff/management meetings.

 Operations: Ensure timely and consistent communication with HQ (US Programs and other departments) on operational issues, policies and reporting; ensure local implementation of IRC policies including procurement, IT, and security and safety protocols.

 Human Resources: Ensure systems are in place for recruitment, hiring, orientation, terminations, layoffs, leaves, etc. in compliance with California laws and IRC policies; actively engage staff in discussions about their professional development and retention; consistently use standard tools and processes such as job descriptions and annual performance reviews. Collaborate with Regional HR Partner to ensure effective use of technical support and resources.

 Advocacy and Outreach: Lead local advocacy efforts and support national advocacy efforts; host Board, senior staff and donor visits as appropriate; engage in and support community outreach efforts on behalf of the IRC.

II. Financial Management

 Budget Oversight: Oversee annual budget development; regularly review the operating budget as well as monthly budget-to-actuals; maintain effective systems for tracking spending rates; address anomalies in revenue and expenses.

 Program Budget Tracking: Track monthly R&P and Matching Grant direct assistance; track and ensure sufficient monthly Matching Grant funds, slots and Contribution-in-Kind resources, and monitor all other program budgets to ensure positive net budget balances.

 Budget Training: Train program managers/staff on program budget oversight; establish budget expectations; ensure consistent communication between program and accounts management. III. External Relations  Provide vision for overall fundraising strategy and develop a local fundraising plan based on analysis of program strengths, service gaps and local environment.

 Development: Collaborate with Development and External Relations staff from IRC HQ to ensure effective use of technical support and resources; cultivate local donor relationships; interface with Corporate and Foundation Relations; work with Development Manager at local level to maintain and expand funding base.

 Marketing: Develop a marketing strategy and plan for the local environment; oversee development of marketing material that adhere to IRC’s branding guidelines; ensure local level marketing materials are reviewed by HQ for quality and consistent messaging.

 Media and Communications: Maintain professional and positive public image of the IRC office; engage with the local media outlets and develop working relationships; liaise with IRC Communications Department on all media contacts in accordance with IRC policies on external messaging.

Key Working Relationships: Position Reports to: Pacific /West Regional Director Position Directly Supervises: Deputy Director, Finance Manager, Development Manager, Program Managers Indirect Reporting: Managers and Supervisors Other Internal and/or external contacts: Internal: All local Northern California staff; USP Senior Management Team members; Regional Resource Development staff; relevant IRC HQ staff External: State Refugee Coordinator, State Refugee Health Coordinator, County Refugee Coordinator, County Refugee Health Coordinator, Resettlement Agency Directors, City and County Officials, Foundation Leaders, Federal, State and Local elected officials.

Job Title: Executive Director, Northern California

Band / Level / Grade: 4B1

Department: USP

Location: Oakland, CA

Schedule / Type: Full-time / Regular (on-going)

Overtime Eligible: No

Job Requirements:

Education: Bachelor Degree in social work, international relations, non-profit management or relevant field; Advanced Degree in similar field would be a distinct advantage

Work Experience: Minimum 10+ yrs progressive work experience with social services or humanitarian assistance programs; strong preference for previous experience with direct services delivery to clients and/or refugee resettlement experience Minimum 5+ yrs senior management experience, including staff management, program development, monitoring, evaluation and advocacy experience

Demonstrated Skills and Competencies: Successful and significant fundraising and grant writing experience; excellent written and oral communication skills. Solid diplomatic and relationship building skills; demonstrated ability to build and nurture teams; ability to lead effectively and enhance internal and external relationships, including partners and donors Proven people management and leadership skills; demonstrated ability to deliver results and translate words into action.

Ability to lead staff and promote productivity in a pleasant, welcoming, respectful and collaborative environment Previous financial management experience, including effective management of budgets Credible, professional public persona; at ease with public engagements and public speaking Excellent interpersonal skills; ability to work successfully and with utmost integrity and respect in crosscultural environment and with limited English speaking client population Solid organizational skills with ability to multi-task, set priorities, effectively manage time and meet deadlines.

Ability to be flexible and work well under pressure in a fast paced team environment Solid computer skills. Language Skills: Strong ability to communicate in English, both written and oral. Other language abilities a bonus Work Environment: Primarily standard work environment with periodic need to travel in and around the Northern California service delivery area. Local travel between office locations monthly; domestic travel occasionally. Periodic need to work outside standard office hours.

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Job Summary / Responsibilities:

The Compensation Analyst provides client-focus interface and conducts special projects in support of compensation global requirements. S/he contributes to the global design and implementation of new and revised compensation programs that provide a strong competitive position and manages all market pricing activities to ensure internal equity and external competitiveness, while adhering to the company’s over-arching compensation philosophy. The Compensation Analyst also provides analytical expertise, guidance and interpretation of various compensation policies and manages the high-level project planning components relating to compensation program revision, development, and/or redesign.

Specific responsibilities include:

 Supports the implementation of approved programs in the design and development of manager
and employee communication and training materials, rollout schedules and delivery of specific
compensation related training to employees and management.
 Monitors and analyzes trending information, economic and wage projections to ensure the
organization’s compensation objectives and competitive market position are responsive to
business needs, fiscally prudent, and legally compliant.
 Conducts job study activities by advising managers on job design/content issues; creation and
approval of formal job descriptions; evaluating appropriate competitive labor market rates and
determining Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) exemption status.
 Administers market pricing activities by matching internal positions to external market data
using standardized surveys to make recommendations to management regarding salary levels,
grade assignments, total compensation, and hiring ranges for a given position.
 Participates in various compensation related projects which involve revision, development or
redesign of existing compensation programs.
 Partners with internal and external resources to ensure projects are completed on time and
within budget, while achieving desired goals and objectives.
 Performs other duties as assigned.

Provides direct compensation support to global business groups and collaborates with HR

Business Partners (HRBP) and department managers in the design of competitive and cost
effective base pay, incentive and reward programs that support department goals.
 Develops and documents procedures to streamline processes and ensure compliance with
regulatory requirements and works with HRBP to educate managers.
 Partners with Human Resources Management Systems team to ensure appropriate data
measurements are identified and gathered to ensure compensation analysis are accurate and
reported to management to make business decisions and achieve company goals and
performance.
 Audits compensation functions for process improvement opportunities and conducts research
and internal/external benchmarking studies for best practices.
 Ensures proper program documentation, resolves implementation and operational issues, and
monitors program effectiveness compared to program goals.
 Provides technical/analytic consultative support in the design and implementation of global
total compensation strategy.
 Administers annual merit review cycle, geographic differentials, and allowances within
established guidelines, processes, and procedures.
 Completes various compensation surveys

Qualifications:

 Bachelor’s degree or its international equivalent in business administration, finance, HR
management or a related field.
 A minimum of 5 years of experience with analysis, design, and administration of compensation
programs.
 Articulate, professional and able to communicate in a clear, positive manner with clients and
staff.
 Must be able to read, write and speak fluent English.
 Prior work experience with Workday HRIS system preferred.
 Prior work experience in a non-governmental organization (NGO) preferred.
 Certification as Compensation Professional (CCP) preferred.
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 visit FHI 360’s Career
Center at https://www.fhi360.org/careers for a list of all open positions.
FHI 360 is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. FHI 360 is committed to providing
equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national
or ethnic origin, age, disability or status as a veteran with respect to policies, programs, or activities.

Details of organization:

Company: FHI360
Position: Compensation Analyst
Location: 1825 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009
Please apply directly online at: https://jobs-fhi360.icims.com/jobs/15025/compensation-analyst/job

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S/he will also be responsible for the design, build out and management of a highly effective team. In addition, the Director will maintain his/her own portfolio of prospects/donors. Reporting directly to the Vice President, Global Partnerships, Marketing and Communications
(GPMC), the Director of Major Gifts will work closely with MSH’s public health experts and program leaders; the Chief Executive Officer and Leadership team; and the new business development, communications, and advocacy teams. This position represents an exceptional
opportunity for a fundraising professional with an entrepreneurial spirit and a passion for the work of MSH to help bring the organization to its next level of impact.

The Director of Major Gifts will be responsible for the following:
• Design and implement a major gifts strategy to attract giving from individual donors with the
goal of raising $5-$10 million in FY2016.
• Working closely with colleagues, research market for individual donations in the global
health space, identify MSH opportunities and create a case for supporting the work.
• Determine MSH target donors and key geographical markets and create cutting edge
strategies to attract a sophisticated and entrepreneurial donor base.
• Support the VP, Global Partnerships, Marketing and Communications and the CEO in
working with and leveraging the Board of Directors.
• Staff a portfolio of donors, which will require identifying prospects, developing and
executing cultivation and solicitation strategies, and stewarding donors post-donation.
• Once initial goals have been met, build and supervise a team of high-performing staff
members focused on meeting the goals laid out for major gifts. Share and implement best
practices and techniques for individual gift fundraising and establish a culture of respectful

and sincere interaction with donors.

• Build and implement donor tracking, stewardship and acknowledgment systems with the

support of the GPMC operations team.
• Report regularly on progress towards agreed-upon goals (e.g., number of face-to-face
meetings, number of solicitations, fundraising goals).
• Oversee budget expenditures related to major gifts and recommend resources and
operational support required for success.
• As required, execute and/or supervise the writing, design and production of donor
outreach, cultivation, and recognition materials for major gifts.
• Develop and sustain collaborative working relations with colleagues across the organization
to stay current on MSH’s activities in order to keep key donors and prospective donors
apprised.

Qualifications

Strong candidates will offer the following skills and characteristics:
• 10 years of experience working in fundraising with a strong emphasis on major gifts;
exposure to global health fundraising a strong plus.
• Front-line fundraising experience with demonstrated success in soliciting and closing gifts at
the major gifts level.
• Cutting edge knowledge of planned giving strategies and vehicles.
• Superior interpersonal skills with the ability to connect with others and maintain strong
relationships with donors, colleagues and partners alike.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills with the demonstrated ability to present
compellingly to a variety of audiences and to translate highly technical information into
simple, clear and compelling language.
• Strong entrepreneurial bent is required; ability to pioneer new efforts within a 40 year old
institution.
• Proven skill in researching and analyzing donors, synthesizing information, and developing
strategies based on the market.
• A strategic self-starter with demonstrated good judgment and ability to prioritize multiple
tasks simultaneously and work proactively.
• Attention to detail, strategic thinker, and ability to work independently and in teams.
• Passion for the mission of MSH.
• Desire and ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 25% of the time

• Bachelors degree required. Advanced degree preferred.

Address

Director of Major Gifts
Management Sciences for Health
Arlington, VA or Medford, MA

How to apply?

Management Sciences for Health has engaged Koya Leadership Partners to help in this hire.
Please submit a compelling cover letter and resume to Erin Reedy at
https://koya.refi.ne/jobPosting/apply/839
Management Sciences for Health is an equal opportunity employer offering employment
without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship,
physical or mental handicap, or status as a disabled or Vietnam Era veteran of the U.S. Armed
Forces.

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