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SHELTER & RECONSTRUCTION COORDINATOR
PORT-AU-PRINCE, HAITI
UMCOR is seeking a Shelter and Reconstruction Coordinator in Haiti. The purpose of
UMCOR’s Haiti mission is to provide emergency response, early recovery and
transitional development assistance in the affected regions of Haiti. The Shelter and
Reconstruction Coordinator (SRC) is to oversee the program and technical aspects of
all shelter and infrastructure reconstruction programming in Haiti, build capacity of
national staff and to ensure all related program objectives are achieved in collaboration
with senior management and the project team. The Shelter & Reconstruction
Coordinator (SRC), based in Port-au-Prince, will be responsible to lead and manage all
emergency and transitional shelter and infrastructure reconstruction assessments,
program design, grant management, implementation and staffing in Haiti. The SRC will
be the lead technical and coordination staff person on relations with related key
collaborators in the sector, including donors, international and local NGOs, UN
clusters/ offices, government offices, local partners and other stakeholders. Primary
Responsibilities: Establish and lead all aspects of UMCOR Haiti’s Shelter &
Reconstruction department, staffing and programming. Participate with the Mission
leadership in the establishment and implementation of the mission strategy for
UMCOR’s work in Haiti. Lead the coordinated emergency response and early recovery
efforts for UMCOR in Haiti in the area of emergency and transitional shelter and early
recovery infrastructure reconstruction. Assess emergency and transitional shelter needs
and develop technically and contextually appropriate shelter designs and methodologies
for implementation. Assess and lead in site planning of IDP camps and transitional
settlements. Assess the damage of shelter and infrastructure in need of refurbishment to
determine bill of quantities and create specifications. Coordinate with relevant
agencies and government officials on technical matters. Manage sub-contractors
ensuring community involvement at all levels and adherence to specifications for
disaster resistant structures to be newly reconstructed or refurbished. Develop work
plans, in conjunction with related program staff, for implementation of all related
programs; oversee implementation of all program activities and ensure work plans are
followed or adjusted as needed. Design, prepare and negotiate related project proposals
and budgets, while maintaining oversight of unit programs, budgets and expenditures to
ensure timely use of funds. Ensure department staff compliance with UMCOR and
donor policies and procedures as they relate to personnel, security, financial, and
procurement/ contractual standard operating procedures. Responsible for the
coordinated selection and oversight of all related sub-contractors and vendors. Ensure
consistent high quality outputs and comprehensive monitoring, documenting and
evaluation of all activities and their impacts with a focus on quality control of material
and construction. Actively coordinate related program assessments and activities with
other humanitarian and government agencies working in the area, especially in shelter,
infrastructure, water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH). Provide regular situation reports
to HQ and timely program reports according to donor and internal UMCOR
requirements. Monitor developments throughout Haiti and assess local contextual
needs with the view of new program development and expanding programming. Must
be willing to travel extensively to conduct regular site visits for related assessments and
programs. Recruit, lead and mentor national staff to fulfill the requirements of the
program and assist professional development. Responsible for managing the duties of a
national team, as well as organizing and overseeing community based skilled and
unskilled laborers to construct both temporary and permanent housing and any other
facilities for earthquake affected populations. Provide the Head of Mission monthly
reports and communicate on all major aspects of programming. Other tasks as assigned
by the Head of Mission. QUALIFICATIONS: Advanced degree in civil engineering or
related field and five or more years of related international experience. Previous
experience within Haiti or the Caribbean is strongly preferred. Excellent technical
construction, leadership and personnel and contract management skills; five years
experience in construction, contracting and cost estimates are required. Must be
flexible and willing to work under difficult work and living conditions and able to work
independently and carry out duties with oversight from afar. This position requires pro-
active leadership and managing multi-faceted emergency response and early recovery,
integrated programming, with strong program development and multi-donor networking
and acquisition skills. SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES: Strong organizational
ability; experience in post-disaster and emergency project management, and the ability
to work independently as part of a team; ability to understand the cultural and political
environment and to work well with the local authorities in a diplomatic manner; and
sound understanding and knowledge of US donor grant procurement procedures are
required. Excellent written and oral communication skills in English and French
required. Excellent interpersonal skills and proven ability to lead, influence and
motivate others. Strong human resource management skills. Experience in working in
insecure environments is essential. Experience in working with faith-based
organizations is a plus. TO APPLY: Submit your cover letter (notes) and resume
through our website at http://jobs-
umcor.icims.com/umcor_jobs/jobs/candidate/job.jsp?jobid=1254&mode=view or fax to
UMCOR’s Headquarters in New York at 212-870-3593. Application deadline is
2/26/10. No telephone inquiries please. Only candidates selected for an interview will
be contacted. Thanks for your interest in UMCOR.
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WATER AND SANITATION SPECIALIST - ASSOCIATE/ TECHNICAL
ADVISOR MANAGER
BURLINGTON, VT
ARD, Inc. (http://www.ardinc.com) a Tetra Tech company is seeking a Water &
Sanitation Specialist to join the Water Resources and Infrastructure Sector. The WRI
Sector is one of six broad technical disciplines at ARD, and consists of three major
practice areas: Water Resources Management, Infrastructure and Municipal Services,
and Environmental Health (e.g., water supply, sanitation, and hygiene). This position
is primarily tied to ARD’s Sustainable Water Supply and Sanitation (SWSS) project in
Afghanistan. The incumbent will provide management oversight of SWSS field
programs and contributing to team performance and achievement of contract results and
deliverables. In addition, this career position includes exposure and practice in ARD’s
new business development, marketing and representation, contract management, and
other international technical assignments. This position is located in beautiful
Burlington, Vermont, nestled on the shores of Lake Champlain between the
Adirondacks and the Green Mountains and only minutes from Vermont's finest ski
slopes. Responsibilities: Support implementation of the Afghanistan SWSS project,
providing in-house technical and administrative assistance and, as required, travel to
Afghanistan in support of these functions. Participate in development, editing, and
review of technical, administrative and financial products for Afghanistan SWSS and
other projects, including tracking of scheduled project deliverables. Monitor and help
trouble-shoot implementation of field programs on a routine basis. Identify, scope, and
support preparation of proposals for Water Supply Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH)
projects in developing countries. Identify opportunities for small-scale finance and
commercial operators to strengthen WASH value chains in on-going and proposed
WASH activities. Travel regularly to the field providing technical assistance to project
senior management and training field staff, including start-up and close-out of field
projects. Provide periodic, in-country coverage for project management as needed.
Essential QUALIFICATIONS: Graduate degree in engineering, finance, economics,
business administration, or a related field is required. At least 3-5 years of field
experience in developing countries. Experience in Afghanistan or similar conflict or
post-conflict countries highly desirable. Technical experience directly relevant to water
and sanitation programming, such as: project finance; utility operations; integrated
water resource management; participatory community planning and development;
infrastructure planning and development. Strong knowledge of international donor
projects and/or USAID funded projects highly desired. Experience managing complex
or high profile program portfolios a plus. Excellent verbal and written communication
skills are essential. Speaking, reading and writing proficiency in at least one foreign
language: French, Pashtun or Dari preferred. Strong cross-cultural relations and inter-
personal communication skills. Must be an energetic and driven self-starter.
Consulting skill set and client service orientation. Availability for 35% international
travel to Afghanistan and other developing, post-conflict, and transitioning countries.
Demonstrated ability to multi-task in a high-pressure work environment and work well
in multi-disciplinary teams. Comfortable working in a fast paced and sometimes
intense work environment. High level proficiency in MS Office applications including
Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project. US citizenship or a valid US work permit is
mandatory. In addition to a collaborative and family-friendly work environment, ARD,
Inc. values diverse, energetic, and enthusiastic team players who are committed to high
levels of performance and who are dedicated to providing superior services at all levels
of the firm. TO APPLY: Please email a letter of application along with a current
curriculum vitae (CV) in reverse chronological format to homeofficejobs@ardinc.com
Please refer to Water Sanitation Specialist in the subject line. Applicants must
complete the U.S. Department of Labor’s Employment Opportunity form (available at:
http://www.ardinc.com/careers/eeform.php using Job Code: Water Sanitation Specialist.
Applications that do not meet the minimum requirements listed above will not be
considered. No phone calls will be accepted. ARD, Inc. is committed to diversity and
gender equality in all of its operations in the U.S and overseas. We strive to reflect these
goals in our global mission and in our workplace. We encourage applications from
women and underrepresented ethnic, racial and cultural groups. ARD, Inc. is proud to
be an Affirmative Action/ Equal Opportunity Employer.
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GRAPHIC DESIGN SPECIALIST
ARLINGTON, VA
CARANA Corporation, seeks a part-time graphic designer (Duration: Part-time) with
well-rounded expertise in design and desktop publishing. The candidate will work
closely with the Communications Director and other staff members to brainstorm,
design and execute the best visual and multimedia approaches to explaining
CARANA’s work around the world. CARANA Corporation (www.carana.com), a
contractor for USAID, designs and directs innovative economic growth strategies to
help countries and businesses compete globally, reducing poverty and raising living
standards around the world. For 25 years, we have specialized in market-led solutions to
development challenges in more than 80 countries, packaging our expertise with on-the-
ground resources for continuing, cost-effective results. Responsibilities: Conceive and
develop graphic communications, including but not limited to logos, posters, banners,
brochures, website banners, HTML emails, newsletters and advertisements. Develop
and execute informational graphics for proposals, including charts, tables and diagrams
to simplify presentation of complex information. Redesign and brand document
templates, including proposals, brochures and press releases for a unified, professional
look. Help maintain and upgrade the company website, including design improvements
and additional features to improve the site’s functionality, appearance and popularity.
Assist with US-based trade show publicity, including catalogs, flyers, posters and
HTML emails. Advise and assist overseas projects with graphic design needs to
supplement their in-country capacity. Assist in advising and training staff and
stakeholders in the use of website and graphic communications applications and
techniques. With the Communications Director, explore ways to improve CARANA’s
reach to target audiences, including use of social media, video, and webinars.
QUALIFICATIONS: At least three years proven experience in creative development,
graphic design, and desktop publishing, including illustrations, informational diagrams,
logos, website layouts and collaterals. Fluency in Adobe Creative Suite (3 or 4),
particularly InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop, as well as Microsoft PowerPoint. Have
own computer and software. Ability to work remotely as well as at CARANA’s offices
in Arlington, Virginia. Major pluses: Familiarity with Joomla CMS, video editing,
social and online media (including blogs, wikis, and networking sites). Experience
working overseas and/or in multicultural settings. The designer will report to and work
closely with CARANA’s Communications Director, Leah Quin. Flexible hours,
averaging 20 per week. TO APPLY: Please email CV and three work samples (prefer
URLs or online portfolio; printed materials and CDs will not be returned) to
lquin@carana.com
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WATER HARVESTING/RESOURCES ENGINEER
ALEPPO, SYRIA
ICARDA invites applications from experienced professionals for the position of Water
Harvesting/ Resources Engineer. The position will contribute to ICARDA's efforts in
this area and report to the Director of ICARDA's Integrated Water and Land
Management Program (IWLMP). ICARDA conducts research and capacity building to
sustainably improve the productivity of rainwater, and surface and groundwater
resources in agriculture. The appointee will work with ICARDA scientists from other
disciplines, with national program partners, and with advanced research institutes, to
assess water resources, and to plan, design and implement research and training
programs for the development of water resources and water harvesting systems and
associated structures. He/she will also identify the main technical, social and policy
constraints to improving the integration of soil and water harvesting practices in
agricultural systems in general, and in drier rangeland environments in particular.
He/she will develop linkages to current research and development work in ICARDA's
research projects to promulgate principles of efficient water and land management; and
initiate appropriate training activities in rainwater harvesting and associated water
management practices. For more information on the application process, please visit:
http://www.icarda.org/Jobs.htm. Closing Date for Application: 18 February 2010.
ICARDA is an equal opportunity employer, and encourages applications from women.
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