INTERNATIONAL JOBS AT THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF LABOR
Join the team! Begin a challenging career with the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL),
International Labor Affairs Bureau (ILAB). ILAB works to increase employment
opportunities globally and provide workers a fair share of their productivity and voice
in their work lives. You will help shape U.S. policies and design innovative projects to
improve global livelihoods and protect vulnerable people, including women and
children. ILAB is very interested in having a diverse pool of applicants with experience
on development economics, comparative labor law, and on the ground experience in
designing and implementing international technical assistance programs. The following
jobs are currently open in USAJOBS: DE-10-HRC-ILAB-060 International Relations
Officer (public) GS-0131-12/13; MS-10-HRC-ILAB-060 International Relations Officer
(status candidates) GS-0131-12/13; DE-10-HRC-ILAB-046 International Relations
Officer (public) GS-0131-12/13; MS-10-HRC-ILAB-046 International Relations
Officer (status candidates) GS-0131-12/13; DE-10-HRC-ILAB-035 International
Economist (public) GS-0110-12/14; MS-10-HRC-ILAB-035 International Economist
(status candidates) GS-0110-12/14; DE-10-HRC-ILAB-042 International Relations
Officer (public) GS-0131-13/14; MS-10-HRC-ILAB-042 International Relations
Officer (status candidates) GS-0131-13/14; DE-10-HRC-ILAB-040 International
Relations Analyst (public) GS-0131-09/12; MS-10-HRC-ILAB-040 International
Relations Analyst (status candidates) GS-0131-09/12; MS-10-HRC-ILAB-039
Supervisory International Relations Officer (DOL only) GS-0131-15/15.
TO APPLY: For a job application guide that provides useful tips and
tutorials for applicants, please visit the following websites: www.jobs.dol.gov or
http://www.usajobs.gov/contact.asp
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REGIONAL PROGRAM MANAGER
JANAKPUR, NEPAL
Chemonics International seeks a regional program manager for the ongoing USAID-
funded Nepal Transition Initiative to bolster the current peace process, strengthen
governance mechanisms, and support positive, non-violent community engagement in
the country's political, social, and economic future. The program maintains a small
project office in Janakpur, which supports project activities in the eastern and central
terai. Responsibilities include: oversee the field office in Janakpur and all related grants
and activities in the eastern and central terai region; manage staff and all financial,
administrative, and programmatic issues; identify potential grantees and oversee the
development, implementation, and monitoring of all small grant activities; advise on
the evolution of the local political, legal, and economic situation, continuously adapting
the regional program to ensure that it remains relevant and effective. This position
reports directly to the chief of party, will be located in Janakpur, and requires
significant travel in and around the terai region. QUALIFICATIONS: experience
conceptualizing, implementing, and monitoring small grant projects; experience with
USAID/Office of Transition Initiatives programs and operations; experience overseeing
projects and project budgets; minimum two years of experience working in a complex,
challenging field operation in unstable developing countries; experience in Nepal or
South Asia preferred; minimum one year of experience in a supervisory capacity
preferred; knowledge of USAID rules and regulations, particularly finance-related;
desire and willingness to live in Janakpur; Nepali or other local language a plus. TO
APPLY: send electronic submissions to ntirpm@chemonics.com by April 30, 2010. No
telephone inquiries, please. Finalists will be contacted.
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CHIEF, FIELD OPERATIONS SECTION
MONTREAL
The International Civil Aviation Organization is seeking a Chief, Field Operations
Section in Montreal. The Field Operations Section (FOS) is responsible for the
strategic planning, development, execution, evaluation and reporting for the field
programme of ICAO’s Technical Co-operation Bureau (TCB). The Section assists with
identification of priority development requirements across civil aviation and with
technical co-operation to recipient States in the Regions, taking into account, inter alia,
ICAO’s related Standards and Recommended Practices (SARPs) and Procedures and
ICAO’s Regional Air Navigation Plan. It carries out resource mobilization with
multilateral and bilateral development partners and industry and develops regional and
country-specific technical co-operation programmes and projects. The Field Operations
Section executes these programmes and projects in accordance with the policies and
contractual modalities of TCB as well as in coordination with other Units, Sections and
Bureaus of the Organization. MAJOR DUTIES: Under the guidance of the Director,
Technical Co-operation Bureau, the incumbent will provide technical and policy advice
on all matters related to the operation and general implementation of technical co-
operation projects. In particular, the incumbent will perform the following functions: 1.
Provide strategic planning for the development and expansion, as necessary, of the
Technical Co-operation Programme (TCP) within the Regions. Advise and assist States
in identifying and formulating requests for technical co-operation, including overseeing
the preparation of project documents. Provide guidance and assistance in identifying
potential sources of funding. Coordinate and/or participate in preparatory assistance
missions. 2. Develop and maintain effective collaboration and coordination of
activities with Regional Offices; ensure a synchronized approach to the promotion and
delivery of technical co-operation at the regional level; and project a harmonized image
of ICAO to recipient States, development partners and industry. 3. Carry out the
implementation of the TCP within the Regions. Coordinate, as necessary, with
government authorities, United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), funding
institutions, as applicable, and ICAO Regional Offices, all the required actions to
implement the TCP within the Regions. Coordinate/ oversee related activities, for
example, staff recruitment, training fellowships’ placements, subcontracts and
equipment requisitioning. 4. Monitor and support the TCP within the Regions.
Undertake project monitoring missions. Participate in project tripartite review meetings
or other progress meetings. Provide technical information/ documentation or any other
assistance required by projects to ensure effective implementation. 5. Collaborate with
the Project Financing and Development Section (PFD) in identifying potential sources
of funding. Duration of appointment: Initial appointment will be on a three-year, fixed-
term basis (first year is probationary for an external candidate). This vacancy is open to
both female and male candidates. In order to increase the number of women at all
levels, women are particularly invited to apply for vacant posts, as well as for roster
evaluation for future vacancies. TO APPLY: Download by accessing the ICAO
employment website at http://www.icao.int/employment and complete the ICAO
Application for Employment Form for submission to the Human Resources Branch:
recruitment@icao.int. In all cases quote the vacancy notice number. Applications
should be submitted with a letter demonstrating how your professional experience and
competencies match those expressed in the vacancy notice. Deadline for applications:
26 March 2010. Vacancy no: PC 2010/10/P-5. Only applicants who are under serious
consideration will be contacted and interviewed.
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SECURITY MANAGER
WASHINGTON, DC
Chemonics International seeks a security manager to create a robust security and
emergency response platform for its home office employees, and to support
international projects, new business development, and crisis response. Responsibilities
include: conduct threat and vulnerability assessments for the home office, draft, review,
and recommend changes to the home office emergency action plan, coordinate local
emergency response, identify, manage, and train home office floor wardens. develop
extensive company-wide safety and security training, serve on the crisis management
team in response to local and international incidents, and conduct travel security
briefings to ensure the safety of Chemonics employees worldwide. QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred in a relevant area or equivalent
combination of education and work experience; Minimum four years of technically
relevant security work experience; Relevant experience and training in FEMA standards
preferred; Knowledge of USAID and its operations strongly preferred; Ability to solve
technical, managerial, or operational problems and evaluate options based on relevant
information, resources, well-rounded experience, and knowledge; Willingness to work
overseas for four to eight weeks per year; Foreign language fluency a plus;
Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing,
and lead presentations, training courses, and effective meetings; Ability to work both
independently and as part of a team; Strong organizational and work prioritization skills
and attention to detail; and demonstrated integrity, independent thinking, judgment, and
respect for others. TO APPLY: Send electronic submissions to
securitymanager@chemonics.com by March 31, 2010. Please submit both a cover letter
and a resume with your electronic submission. No telephone inquiries, please. Finalists
will be contacted.
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SENIOR LEVEL MANAGEMENT POSITION
GEORGIA
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) in Georgia requests expressions of interest
from individuals to be candidates for long-term, lead positions on private sector
development projects focusing on building the capacity of local and national
government entities to design and effectively implement private sector development
strategies and projects oriented to employment-based rural and urban income
generation, especially as this may involve leading a small team at an agency’s HQ
developing internal systems and procedures, training and building staff understanding
and capacity, designing and coordinating the planning and the implementation of
innovative and cost effective initiatives, promoting the understanding and practice of
participatory development and community mobilization, establishing transparency,
accountability and credibility, and working in coordination with other government, non-
governmental, funding and private sector partners. REQUIREMENTS: Candidates need
to possess at least 10 years of relevant experience and be fluent in English. A plus if
candidate can speak Georgian or Russian and experience in the Caucasus. TO APPLY:
Please send your resume and a cover letter to include availability, compensation
requirements and any other comments of interest to: Tbilisi@theirc.org; Referencing in
the subject line: “PS CBaI Lead”.
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DIRECTOR
WASHINGTON, DC
Chemonics seeks a Washington-based project director to provide senior management
for USAID-funded projects in conflict and post-conflict democracy and governance.
Responsibilities include: lead home-office backstopping for field projects; provide
technical leadership and project support in democracy and governance, humanitarian
assistance, and conflict/ post-conflict transition programming; provide strategic
direction and technical leadership in the development and design of new business
initiatives; lead project budgeting and financial management activities; supervise and
manage field-based and Washington-based staff. Frequent travel to Africa and other
regions is expected for supervisory management, technical, and new business
assignments. This position is based in Chemonics' Africa region, but may include work
in any region. QUALIFICATIONS include: Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree
preferred, or equivalent combination of education and work experience in a relevant
area; Minimum eight years of relevant project, staff, and financial management
experience; Knowledge of USAID and its operations and other donor-funded programs
in developing countries, including the Bureau for Democracy, Conflict, and
Humanitarian Assistance and the Office of Transition Initiatives; Ability to
conceptualize, outline, perform, and direct the research and writing of technical
documents; Ability to operate at advanced levels of authority and control significant
activities, budgets, and resources to produce and take responsibility for results;
Demonstrated leadership, management, organizational, and decision-making skills;
Ability to train and mentor junior staff; Strong new business development skills; Ability
to work in conflict and post-conflict areas approximately three months per year;
willingness to consider long-term overseas assignments; Permanent U.S. work
authorization required. TO APPLY: Send electronic submissions to
africa_director_2010@chemonics.com by April 15, 2010. No telephone inquiries,
please. Finalist will be contacted.
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INSTITUTIONAL DEVELOPMENT AND GOVERNANCE ADVISOR
INDONESIA
Chemonics International seeks an institutional development and governance advisor for
the anticipated USAID-funded Indonesia Forestry and Climate Support project to
reduce the threats of deforestation and climate change. The project will assist the
Indonesia government to conserve the country's tropical forests, wildlife, and
ecosystem. Responsibilities include: conduct analyses to inform spatial planning and
land use decisions; facilitate government institutional coordination and policy making;
provide training to government officials, NGOs, and private sector community
members; enhance the investigative and forensic capabilities of law enforcement; and
facilitate implementation of spatial and land use plans. QUALIFICATIONS: graduate
degree in public financing, regional development, economics, political management,
business administration, or similar field; minimum 10 years of general institutional
strengthening and partnership building expertise; demonstrated experience in effective
institution strengthening, public policy development, public participation, and
partnership building with government at local and national levels; proven experience in
undertaking activities aimed at increased political support and access to financial
resources for community and environmental improvement; demonstrated understanding
of decentralized governance systems, including experience advising executive and
legislative branches of local government in budgeting, planning, management of
services, or policy development, particularly with respect to forestry and climate
change; strong interpersonal and written communication skills; work experience in
developing countries; knowledge of Indonesian decentralization framework and culture
required; strong English writing and speaking skills; proficiency in Bahasa Indonesia
required. TO APPLY: send electronic submissions to
indonesiaforestryrecruit@chemonics.com by March 12, 2010. Please submit references
and place the position title in the subject line. No telephone inquiries, please. Finalists
will be contacted.
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CONSERVATION TECHNICAL ADVISOR
INDONESIA
Chemonics International seeks a forestry, climate change, and biodiversity conservation
technical advisor for the anticipated USAID-funded Indonesia Forestry and Climate
Support project to reduce the threats of deforestation and climate change. The project
will assist the Indonesian government to conserve the country's tropical forests, wildlife,
and ecosystem. Responsibilities include: build awareness, capacity, and support for a
landscape approach to forest management; increase adoption of best management
practices in forest management; and increase private sector understanding and
compliance. QUALIFICATIONS: graduate degree in forestry management,
environmental management, conservation, or related discipline; doctoral degree
preferred; minimum 15 years of forestry and biodiversity conservation expertise,
particularly related to practices for sustainable forest management and reduction of
destructive practices; demonstrated understanding of climate change issues related to
forestry and biodiversity required; proven experience in undertaking activities aimed at
capacity building and improving policy and regulations, sustainable forest management
practices, and data collection/ monitoring of forests and wildlife resources; strong
interpersonal and written communications skills. Work experience in developing
countries; experience in Indonesia preferred; strong English writing and speaking skills;
proficiency in Bahasa, Indonesia and knowledge of Indonesian culture preferred. TO
APPLY: send electronic submissions to indonesiaforestryrecruit@chemonics.com by
March 12, 2010. Please submit references and place the position title in the subject line.
No telephone inquiries, please. Finalists will be contacted.
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ADVISOR
INDONESIA
Chemonics International seeks a forestry private sector, finance, and trade advisor for
the anticipated USAID-funded Indonesia Forestry and Climate Support project to
reduce the threats of deforestation and climate change. The project will assist the
Indonesian government to conserve the country's tropical forests, wildlife, and
ecosystem. Responsibilities include: engage the private sector in areas including
complying with standards for legality and sustainability, incorporating tracking systems
for supply chains, assisting linkages to international markets, increasing application of
investment screening tools based on environmental criteria, and developing and
implementing sustainable financing mechanisms. QUALIFICATIONS: graduate degree
in business administration, natural resource economics, forestry management,
environmental management, or related discipline; minimum 15 years of business and
marketing chain development with a minimum 10 years related to forestry production,
forest products marketing, and chain of custody certification practices; proven
experience in undertaking activities aimed at business development policies and
licensing regulations, capacity building for small businesses, and private sector
adoption of sustainable forest management practices; strong interpersonal and written
communication skills; work experience in developing countries; strong English writing
and speaking skills; proficiency in Bahasa Indonesia and knowledge of Indonesian
certification issues preferred. TO APPLY: send electronic submissions to
indonesiaforestryrecruit@chemonics.com by March 12, 2010. Please submit references
and place the position title in the subject line. No telephone inquiries, please. Finalists
will be contacted.
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SENIOR PUBLIC POLICY ADVISOR
GEORGIA
Eurasia Foundation (EF), a US-based public charitable organization promoting civil
society development in the Eurasia region, and the founder of the EF Network is
accepting applications for Senior Public Policy Advisor for a four year civil society
project based in Tbilisi, Georgia. Reporting to the Chief of Party, the Senior Public
Policy Advisor assists with the implementation of a four-year USAID-funded “Building
Effective Civic Engagement” Program in Georgia. The program aims to help create a
more balanced and effective public oversight of and engagement with the government
by strengthening Georgia’s Civil Society sector. The position is based in Tbilisi,
Georgia with considerable travel throughout Georgia. Position contingent on funding.
REQUIREMENTS: Ph.D. in Political Science, Public Policy or other relevant field, or
MPA or MPP. At least twelve years relevant experience. Relevant professional
experience at universities preferably in Central/ East European or other developing
countries. Thorough understanding of the issues surrounding the development of public
policy in transitional countries. Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to
create and maintain effective working relationships with relevant partners, including
academics, university administrators, government officials, and researchers, in cross
cultural settings. Experience in training, project management or delivery technical
assistance in development settings is preferred. English language fluency required;
Russian and/or Georgian language working knowledge desirable. For more information,
please see our website www.eurasia.org. TO APPLY: Send cover letter and resume to
resumes@eurasia.org with Senior Public Policy Advisor - Georgia in the subject line.
Deadline March 25
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CHIEF OF PARTY
GEORGIA
Eurasia Foundation (EF), a US-based public charitable organization promoting civil
society development in the Eurasia region, and the founder of the EF Network is
accepting applications for Chief of Party for a four year civil society project based in
Tbilisi, Georgia. Responsibilities: Reporting to the Executive Vice President, The
Chief of Party (COP) is responsible for implementing the “Building Effective Civic
Engagement” Program in Georgia. The program is to help create a more balanced and
effective public oversight of and engagement with the government by strengthening
Georgia’s Civil Society sector. The COP oversees the programmatic, financial and
administrative duties of the program. This is a four year USAID-funded project based in
Tbilisi, Georgia. COP must be able to travel extensively throughout Georgia. Position
contingent on funding. REQUIREMENTS: Seven years relevant experience in project
management; Master’s degree in Political Science, Public Policy or other equivalent
area of study; experience managing civil society strengthening programs in the NIS
and/or Central or Eastern Europe. Fluency in English required; Russian and/or Georgian
language skills highly desirable. For more information, please see our website
www.eurasia.org. TO APPLY: Send cover letter and resume to resumes@eurasia.org
with Chief of Party - Georgia in the subject line. Deadline March 25
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DEPUTY CHIEF OF PARTY
NICARAGUA
Deloitte seeks a Deputy Chief of Party for a program based in Nicaragua. Deloitte
Touche Tohmatsu (branded as Deloitte) is one of the largest and fastest growing global
consulting firms and is one of the "Big Four" professional services firms in the world.
With a globally connected network of member firms in 140 countries, Deloitte brings
world-class capabilities and deep local expertise to help clients succeed wherever they
operate. On May 29, 2009, Deloitte LLP completed a two part transaction that resulted
in the acquisition of substantially all of BearingPoint’s North American Public Services
business unit. BearingPoint’s Emerging Markets unit, as well as the large majority of
their contracts, were acquired by Deloitte Consulting LLP pursuant to the Acquisition
Agreement. Deloitte's Emerging Markets practice is the recognized leader in providing
international development assistance in governance, public financial management, and
institutional capacity development in all areas of the public sector. Deloitte has been the
firm of choice to lead such programs in the world's most challenging environments
including Afghanistan, Southern Sudan, Kosovo, and Iraq among others. For more
information on Deloitte, please visit: https://www.deloitte.com. The United States
Agency for International Development (USAID) in Nicaragua intends to launch a three-
year (with optional two-year extension period) local governance program to help
municipal government improve the delivery of basic public services to their
constituents. The program will support three main objectives: 1) helping local
governments become more accountable, more competent at the core tasks of
governance, and more capable of managing public resources, 2) supporting citizens to
more effectively engage with municipal governments in order to influence decision
making and demand accountability and transparency, and 3) the implementation of
municipal services and infrastructure projects. Deloitte seeks a Deputy Chief of Party
for that program based in Nicaragua. Responsibilities: Provide guidance to Nicaraguan
officials on national/ sub-national management and planning processes. Design and
develop effective systems for democratic, local governance, including guidance
concerning effective practices of municipal management, organization and delivery of
public services, human resources and organizational management. Identify and
disseminate innovative municipal governance practices. Guide curriculum/ training
development in relevant technical areas, as appropriate. Coordinate with other USAID
and non-USAID programs related to municipalities. Minimum QUALIFICATIONS:
Advanced degree from an accredited university in a relevant field preferred. 7 years of
applicable local governance experience in relevant technical areas. For example: urban
planning, strategic planning, financial management, infrastructure, revenue generation,
service delivery, public works, and human resource management. Knowledge of best
practices and lessons learned in municipal governance. Excellent analytical,
interpersonal and communication skills. Fluency in Spanish and English. TO APPLY:
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and a complete resume showing the
dates, responsibilities, of their prior employment history, and the name with contact
details of three professional references to ngyesie@deloitte.com. Only those candidates
selected for an interview will be contacted.
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LOCAL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST
NICARAGUA
Deloitte seeks a Local Economic Development Specialist for that program based in
Nicaragua. Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu (branded as Deloitte) is one of the largest and
fastest growing global consulting firms and is one of the "Big Four" professional
services firms in the world. With a globally connected network of member firms in 140
countries, Deloitte brings world-class capabilities and deep local expertise to help
clients succeed wherever they operate. On May 29, 2009, Deloitte LLP completed a two
part transaction that resulted in the acquisition of substantially all of BearingPoint’s
North American Public Services business unit. BearingPoint’s Emerging Markets unit,
as well as the large majority of their contracts, were acquired by Deloitte Consulting
LLP pursuant to the Acquisition Agreement. Deloitte's Emerging Markets practice is
the recognized leader in providing international development assistance in governance,
public financial management, and institutional capacity development in all areas of the
public sector. Deloitte has been the firm of choice to lead such programs in the world's
most challenging environments including Afghanistan, Southern Sudan, Kosovo, and
Iraq among others. For more information on Deloitte, please visit:
https://www.deloitte.com. The United States Agency for International Development
(USAID) in Nicaragua intends to launch a three-year (with optional two-year extension
period) local governance program to help municipal government improve the delivery
of basic public services to their constituents. The program will support three main
objectives: 1) helping local governments become more accountable, more competent at
the core tasks of governance, and more capable of managing public resources, 2)
supporting citizens to more effectively engage with municipal governments in order to
influence decision making and demand accountability and transparency, and 3) the
implementation of municipal services and infrastructure projects. Responsibilities:
Provide analysis, advice and/or implementation assistance to foster local and regional
economic development. Design strategies to facilitate revenue generation opportunities
that are in line and consistent with higher level reform initiatives. Plan and implement
local/ regional economic development programs. Identify and facilitate opportunities
for public-private partnerships, as appropriate. Identify and disseminate innovative
economic development and revenue generation practices. Guide curriculum/ training
development, in relevant technical areas, as appropriate. REQUIRES: Advanced degree
from an accredited university in a relevant field. 7 years of applicable economic
development experience. Knowledge of best practices and lessons learned in economic
development. Excellent analytical, interpersonal and communication skills. Fluency in
Spanish and English. Position-Specific Desired Skills: Experience in post-conflict, post
disaster environments. Grants management/ implementation experience a plus. TO
APPLY: Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and a complete resume
showing the dates, responsibilities, of their prior employment history, and the name
with contact details of three professional references to ngyesie@deloitte.com. Only
those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
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GRANTS, SUBCONTRACTS AND COMPLIANCE MANAGER
NICARAGUA
Deloitte seeks a Grants, Subcontracts and Compliance Manager for a program based in
Nicaragua. Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu (branded as Deloitte) is one of the largest and
fastest growing global consulting firms and is one of the "Big Four" professional
services firms in the world. With a globally connected network of member firms in 140
countries, Deloitte brings world-class capabilities and deep local expertise to help
clients succeed wherever they operate. On May 29, 2009, Deloitte LLP completed a two
part transaction that resulted in the acquisition of substantially all of BearingPoint’s
North American Public Services business unit. BearingPoint’s Emerging Markets unit,
as well as the large majority of their contracts, were acquired by Deloitte Consulting
LLP pursuant to the Acquisition Agreement. Deloitte's Emerging Markets practice is
the recognized leader in providing international development assistance in governance,
public financial management, and institutional capacity development in all areas of the
public sector. Deloitte has been the firm of choice to lead such programs in the world's
most challenging environments including Afghanistan, Southern Sudan, Kosovo, and
Iraq among others. For more information on Deloitte, please visit:
https://www.deloitte.com. The United States Agency for International Development
(USAID) in Nicaragua intends to launch a three-year (with optional two-year extension
period) local governance program to help municipal government improve the delivery
of basic public services to their constituents. The program will support three main
objectives: 1) helping local governments become more accountable, more competent at
the core tasks of governance, and more capable of managing public resources, 2)
supporting citizens to more effectively engage with municipal governments in order to
influence decision making and demand accountability and transparency, and 3) the
implementation of municipal services and infrastructure projects. Responsibilities:
Control and oversight of the grant application, approval, implementation, and close-out
processes. Control and oversight of the contract development, approval,
implementation, and close-out processes. Compliance with USAID regulations and
policies. Ensuring inclusion and mentoring of relevant Nicaraguan partners in all
processes related to subgrants and subcontracts. Organization and tracking of all grant
and contract documents. Support and mentoring of provincial staff. Monitor individual
grant/ contract budgets, and overall grant/ contract expenditures by province as well as
regions. Ensure due diligence that reimbursement requests are valid and allowable; and
provide consistent and accurate data on grant/ contract activities for Info database entry.
Minimum QUALIFICATIONS: At least ten years of supervisory and management
experience, including finance, budget management, or grants/ subcontracts
management. At least five, preferably ten, years of USAID grants/ contracts
management experience, including strategic planning, program operations, and systems
management. Demonstrated knowledge of USG/USAID regulations and compliance
requirements related to international assistance programs. Knowledge of construction
contracting. Experience contracting with non-US firms. Fluency in Spanish and
English. TO APPLY: Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and a complete
resume showing the dates, responsibilities, of their prior employment history, and the
name with contact details of three professional references to ngyesie@deloitte.com.
Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
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SENIOR MUNICIPAL GOVERNANCE ADVISOR
NICARAGUA
Deloitte seeks a Senior Municipal Governance Advisor for the program based in
Nicaragua. Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu (branded as Deloitte) is one of the largest and
fastest growing global consulting firms and is one of the "Big Four" professional
services firms in the world. With a globally connected network of member firms in 140
countries, Deloitte brings world-class capabilities and deep local expertise to help
clients succeed wherever they operate. On May 29, 2009, Deloitte LLP completed a two
part transaction that resulted in the acquisition of substantially all of BearingPoint’s
North American Public Services business unit. BearingPoint’s Emerging Markets unit,
as well as the large majority of their contracts, were acquired by Deloitte Consulting
LLP pursuant to the Acquisition Agreement. Deloitte's Emerging Markets practice is
the recognized leader in providing international development assistance in governance,
public financial management, and institutional capacity development in all areas of the
public sector. Deloitte has been the firm of choice to lead such programs in the world's
most challenging environments including Afghanistan, Southern Sudan, Kosovo, and
Iraq among others. For more information on Deloitte, please visit:
https://www.deloitte.com. The United States Agency for International Development
(USAID) in Nicaragua intends to launch a three-year (with optional two-year extension
period) local governance program to help municipal government improve the delivery
of basic public services to their constituents. The program will support three main
objectives: 1) helping local governments become more accountable, more competent at
the core tasks of governance, and more capable of managing public resources, 2)
supporting citizens to more effectively engage with municipal governments in order to
influence decision making and demand accountability and transparency, and 3) the
implementation of municipal services and infrastructure projects. Responsibilities:
Provide guidance to Nicaraguan officials on national/ sub-national management and
planning processes. Design and develop effective systems for democratic, local
governance, including guidance concerning effective practices of municipal
management, organization and delivery of public services, human resources and
organizational management. Identify and disseminate innovative municipal governance
practices. Guide curriculum/ training development in relevant technical areas, as
appropriate. Coordinate with other USAID and non-USAID programs related to
municipalities. Minimum QUALIFICATIONS: Advanced degree from an accredited
university in a relevant field preferred. 7 years of applicable local governance
experience in relevant technical areas. For example: urban planning, strategic planning,
financial management, infrastructure revenue generation, service delivery, public
works, and human resource management. Knowledge of best practices and lessons
learned in municipal governance. Excellent analytical, interpersonal and
communication skills. Fluency in Spanish and English. TO APPLY: Interested
candidates should submit a cover letter and a complete resume showing the dates,
responsibilities, of their prior employment history, and the name with contact details of
three professional references to ngyesie@deloitte.com. Only those candidates selected
for an interview will be contacted.
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GENDER PUBLISHING SPECIALIST
PAKISTAN
Chemonics International seeks a gender publishing specialist to conduct a feasibility
study for launching a working woman magazine in Pakistan under the USAID-funded
FIRMS project. FIRMS aims to improve government service delivery and develop
dynamic, internationally competitive firms to accelerate sales, investment, and job
growth to undercut the basis of extremism. Responsibilities include: identify magazine
sources, review relevant demographic data, evaluate options for addressing differences
of urban and rural populations and cultural differences across provinces, interview
USAID project representatives, and draft recommendations on the commercial
feasibility of a magazine to encourage women in Sindh, Punjab, Balochistan, and
NWFP to enter and remain in the workforce and to promote overall social change in the
perception of women in workforce. QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree in a
relevant area required; Master’s degree preferred; minimum five years of work
experience in publishing and communications; excellent communication and writing
ability; demonstrated interpersonal skills with senior-level personnel; demonstrated
experience drafting a detailed feasibility plan to determine the commercial feasibility of
a magazine devoted to content encouraging women to enter and remain in the
workforce; familiarity with Pakistan publishing environment a plus. TO APPLY: send
electronic submissions to firmsgenderspecialist@chemonics.com by March 12, 2010.
No telephone inquiries, please. Finalists will be contacted.
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LAND AND FOREST RESOURCE GOVERNANCE TEAM LEADER
INDONESIA
Chemonics International seeks a land and forest resource governance team leader for
the anticipated USAID-funded Indonesia Forest Resource Sustainability project. The
project aims to reduce the threats of deforestation and climate change and assist the
Indonesian government to conserve the country's tropical forests, wildlife, and
ecosystem. Responsibilities include: oversee a team of long-term staff and manage the
project's land and forest resource governance component. QUALIFICATIONS:
advanced degree in forestry, natural resources management, environmental economics,
or related field; experience working on similar USAID-funded programs in Indonesia or
Southeast Asia preferred; direct programmatic; experience in resource governance,
forest policy reform, illegal logging, spatial planning, and land-use negotiations;
experience working collaboratively with a broad range of government officials,
international donors, and private sector stakeholders; excellent written and oral
communications skills; demonstrated competence in leadership, client relations, and
project and contract management; ability to work and travel in remote areas of
Indonesia to oversee program implementation and provide technical expertise; fluency
in English required; Indonesian language skills a plus. TO APPLY: send electronic
submissions to indonesiaforestryrecruit@chemonics.com by March 20, 2010. No
telephone inquiries, please. Finalists will be contacted.
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TEAM LEADER
INDONESIA
Chemonics International seeks a private sector, local enterprise, and market access
team leader in the forestry sector for the anticipated USAID-funded Indonesia Forest
Resource Sustainability project. The project aims to reduce the threats of deforestation
and climate change and assist the Indonesian government to conserve the country's
tropical forests, wildlife, and ecosystem. Responsibilities include: oversee a team of
long-term staff and manage the project's component to support the growing market for
legal, sustainable, and conflict-free wood from Indonesia. QUALIFICATIONS:
advanced degree in a relevant field; experience working with timber producers, local
communities, and the private sector; direct programmatic experience in forest
certification and trade standards, timber chain of custody, sustainable forest product
markets, and private sector engagement; excellent written and oral communications
skills; demonstrated competence in leadership, client relations, and project and contract
management; ability to work and travel in remote areas of Indonesia to oversee program
implementation and provide technical expertise; fluency in English required;
Indonesian language skills a plus. TO APPLY: send electronic submissions to
indonesiaforestryrecruit@chemonics.com by April 20, 2010. No telephone inquiries,
please. Finalists will be contacted.
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COUNTRY DIRECTOR
NIAMEY, NIGER
Mercy Corps is seeking a Country Director in Niger. Mercy Corps Niger implements
programs in the sectors of health, nutrition, livelihoods, governance, decentralization,
and emergency response which include community development, mobilization and
participation as cross-cutting strategies. TheCountry Director is the top management
position for Mercy Corps in Niger with supervisory and managerial responsibility over
designated in-country personnel, programs and policies. The Country Director is
responsible for developing the overall strategic direction for programming in
cooperation with Mercy Corps’ senior management team and local and international
partners. S/He is also responsible for developing and implementing systems, policies
and procedures for Mercy Corps’ operations in Niger. As Mercy Corps’ senior manager
in Niger, the Country Director is also responsible for financial oversight, strategic
planning, monitoring and evaluation, staff security, human resource management, and
representation in the field. Working closely with the Regional Program Director, the
Country Director ensures that country program operations are of the highest quality and
standards and supportive of Mercy Corps’ global and regional strategies. ESSENTIAL
JOB FUNCTIONS: Vision, Leadership and Strategy: Develop program strategies which
maximize internal and external resources and relationships. Formulate and plan, in
consultation with key stakeholders, a clear vision of present and future program goals
and strategies which can be clearly communicated to team members, local
beneficiaries, international partners, governmental counterparts, and donors. Program
Development: Based on the existing country program and regional and agency-wide
strategies, develop new programming ideas relevant to the Nigerian context. Identify
new donors to support these programs. Representation: Develop and maintain both
internal and external relationships to ensure optimum program success: to include
Mercy Corps headquarters and regional officers and staff, international and local
NGOs, government officials, donor community officials, diplomatic corps and
embassies, vendors, media and the general public. Provide positive and accurate
representation of Mercy Corps at all levels. Nurture appropriate Mercy Corps public
relations, visitor/ donor and other agency relationships, represent Mercy Corps to
national and international media and provide appropriate fund-raising and other public
relations materials to Mercy Corps-HQ as requested. Operations Management: Manage
all aspects of quality program design and implementation; establish and maintain
effective program reporting, monitoring and evaluation for internal and external use.
Coordinate and manage overall country/ program budgets within approved spending
levels and ensure compliance with all donor and Mercy Corps rules and regulations.
Ensure effective and transparent use of financial resources in compliance with Mercy
Corps’ and donor policies and procedures. Ensure timely and targeted communication
and information flows to all internal and external parties, including Mercy Corps HQ
offices, other program partners, and donors. Oversee management and administration
of all field office functions ensuring high quality performance from staff and program
delivery focused on planned results. Commitment to Quality Program and Staff
Development: Assemble all components necessary to insure quality programming and
recruit and manage an informed, motivated and efficient staff. Oversee mentoring and
training of new national staff hires. Identify means through which our programming
efforts can contribute to local capacity building. Accountability: Mercy Corps team
members are expected to support all efforts towards accountability, specifically to our
beneficiaries and to international standards guiding international relief and
development work while actively engaging beneficiary communities as equal partners
in the design, monitoring and evaluation of our field projects. Organizational Learning:
As part of Mercy Corps’ agency-wide Organizational Learning Initiative, all team
members are responsible for spending 5% of their work time in formal and/or non-
formal professional learning activities. The Country Director supervises all
international and national staff in Niger. Accountability: Reports directly to: Regional
Program Director, West and Central Africa; works directly with: HQ-based Program
Operations, Finance and Technical Support Unit. QUALIFICATIONS: BA/S required
and MA/S or equivalent in social science, management, international development
preferred. 7-10 years experience in international relief and development with multi-
sector programming, including peace building and conflict management. 5-7 years
Africa-based experience in staff team-building, NGO capacity building and financial
management. West Africa experience preferred. Experience with protocols of one or
more of the following: USAID, UN, EU, private donors and foundations. Experience
working internationally in several if not all of the following: advocacy, training/
facilitation, coalition/ network building, NGO development, good governance, peace-
building, human rights, public policy, rule of law, and/or cross-sectoral relationship
building (public, civic and private sectors). History of working effectively and
respectfully with host country government, private sector, INGO and NGO partners in
complex environments. Strong French language skills and ability to conduct all
business in French. Excellent writing skills and experience with proposal development
processes. Success factors: Ability to navigate complex situations with diplomacy.
Effective verbal and written communication, multi-tasking, organizational and
prioritization skills are necessary. Demonstrated attention to detail, ability to follow
procedures, meet deadlines, and work independently and cooperatively with team
members. Ability to facilitate dialogue among a diverse group of individuals with
various skill sets and working styles. Sense of humor appreciated. Niamey has
reasonable amenities for a city of its size. Although northern Niger is considered
insecure, Niamey is relatively safe. Street crime is modest and staff should take caution
in certain neighborhoods, especially at night. Mercy Corps Team members represent
the agency both during and outside of work hours when deployed in a field posting or
on a visit/TDY to a field posting. Team members are expected to conduct themselves in
a professional manner and respect local laws, customs and MC's policies, procedures,
and values at all times and in all in-country venues. TO APPLY: Apply at
mercycorps.org/jobs
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REGIONAL VICE PRESIDENT/ PRESIDENT OF EURASIA FOUNDATION
OF CENTRAL ASIA
ALMATY, KAZAKHSTAN
Eurasia Foundation (EF), a US-based public charitable organization promoting civil
society development in the Eurasia region, together with the Eurasia Foundation of
Central Asia (EFCA), is accepting applications for a joint position of EF Regional Vice
President (RVP) for Central Asia, and President of EFCA. The position is based in
Almaty, Kazakhstan. This position oversees all EF programs in Central Asia, which are
administered through the Eurasia Foundation of Central Asia (EFCA). The RVP is an
employee of EF and is seconded to the EFCA in the capacity of its president. This
position leads the strategic programming for the region, serves as the chief
representative and key decision maker of EF/EFCA and broadly represents the interests
of EF/EFCA with donors and partners, including its key donor, the US government,
international institutions, European governments and multinational and Central Asian
corporations. Key components of this assignment are to implement the strategic
objectives, provide leadership and motivation to employees and enthusiasm among key
stakeholders, including day-to-day operations of EFCA and oversight of its programs.
In all of these endeavors, this position works in close consultation with the EFCA board
of directors and EF senior management in Washington, DC. REQUIREMENTS:
Previous working experience in the Eurasia region, program management experience;
fluency in written and spoken English as well as high degree of proficiency in Russian.
Minimum ten years professional experience in business, nonprofit, academic or
government sectors required. Master’s degree or equivalent is required, preferably in
the area of international development, public policy, economics, or business
management. All qualified candidates welcome to apply. TO APPLY: Please send
resume and cover letter referencing “RVP/EFCA” to resumes@eurasia.org. For more
information about the position please see www.eurasia.org. No Calls Please.
DEADLINE: March 15, 2010.
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ADVOCACY PROGRAM MANAGER
LEBANON
Chemonics International seeks a senior-level advocacy program manager for an
anticipated USAID-funded civil society project in Lebanon. The project will work with
and support capacity-building of civil society organizations, including providing grants
to innovative organizations. Responsibilities include: provide technical leadership for
civic advocacy, including working with staff to identify issue areas, develop campaign
strategies, and promote the use of social media; provide technical advice and support to
both staff and partners; and support the oversight and management of the grants
program. QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum Bachelor's degree in political science or other
relevant field required; advanced degree preferred. Minimum 10 years of experience
leading, managing, and implementing civil society programs, with a minimum three
years of experience in a developing country context. Strong background in advocacy,
including strategy development, public outreach, and media campaigns. Experience in
advising civil society organizations, youth groups, or community organizations in
developing countries or in complex political environments. Strong interpersonal and
networking skills and proven ability to work effectively with a wide range of
stakeholders. Experience on USAID or other donor-funded projects. Middle East work
experience strongly preferred; Fluency in English required; fluency in Arabic a strong
plus. TO APPLY: Send electronic submissions to mecivicadvocacy@chemonics.com by
March 31, 2010. Please submit CV and cover letter with the position title in the subject
line. No telephone inquiries, please. Finalists will be contacted.
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