Democratic Republic of Congo: Head of Base

Main Objective
The Log/Admin (Head of Base) is responsible for coordinating, consolidating, and ensuring smooth implementation of and adherence to logistic, human resource, administration and security procedures and provides operational support to the Nutrition / Food Security / Water and Sanitation programs on an ACF base in ACF mission. The HoB is in charge of building the capacity of the local support team in the base. Depending on size and structure of the mission, the Head of Base is reporting to Log Coordinator/Admin Coordinator or Head of Mission.

Responsibilities:
• Management

Depending on the context and program needs, the Head of Base is in charge of managing the opening, closing and/or regular running of the base including management of all or part of support staff, program support activities, administration, and security of the base as well as coordination with program staff on the base level. The Head of Base ensures that AAH procedures and donor regulations applicable to projects implemented on the base in regards to logistics, security, HR, and administration are closely followed.

• Logistics
While the context may vary, the Head of Base is typically in charge of managing the proper set up / rehabilitation / running of base premises (office / guest house), ensures the proper functioning of supply chain including procurement planning, purchasing of goods and services, their transport and storage, supervises the organization, planning, and maintenance of the fleet, evaluates/reports the need and ensures the proper use of ACF equipment, assesses and ensures the functioning of the means of communication appropriate for the ACF base.

• Administration / Human Resources
The Head of Base is responsible for set up and implementation of standard ACF Administration. The HoB ensures the proper management of finances on the base (under the supervision of Admin Coordinator) including planning, authorization of expenses, and reporting. The Head of Base also ensures the management of Human Resources in accordance with the ACF guidelines and the legal requirements in the host country.

• Security
Head of Base is responsible for the security on the base including staff, premises, as well as security of ACF materials and assets. The HoB assesses, monitors and reports the security situation and develops security procedures relevant to the context.

• Representation
Head of Base represents the organization at the local / regional level including general meetings with humanitarian actors, local authorities, protocol meetings, security meetings, as well as sector program meetings when requested by the mission coordination. The HOB manages the visit of donors representatives / HQ visitors / other stakeholders whenever requested.

Additional Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree or equivalent in technical studies.
• Substantial knowledge of standard logistics procedures and practices required
• Good understanding of financial and HR procedures required
• Good level of technical skills in mechanic s / IT / Communications / construction or other desired
• Excellent communication and representative skills (written, oral, cross-cultural)
• Ability to multitask and deal with stressful situations.
• Ability to adapt within the working environment.
• Ability to work in a team setting.
• Second language skills highly recommended and for some missions required.

Experience
• At least 2 years previous field experience in a relief NGO, ideally in a similar role.
• Minimum of one year of previous experience in an NGO in managerial position.
• Previous experience in security management.

How to Apply:

Please Apply online at: http://www.actionagainsthunger.org/

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Birambizo health zone: Jobs and Vacancies in the DRC

Project Coordinator
Responsible To: Deputy Country Director
Working With: Field medical and non medical team members
Location: Birambizo health zone, Rutshuru territory, North Kivu Province, DRC
Start Date: ASAP
Duration: 12 months
Salary: £27,050 to £27,800 (dependent on relevant experience), inclusive of annual Cost of Living Allowance
Benefits: Insurance cover, accommodation, R&R, annual leave entitlement of 24 days per Annam rising to 30 days at the completion of 12 months of continuous employment with Merlin.

Please note: this is an unaccompanied position.

Merlin International Profile
Merlin specializes in health, saving lives in times of crisis and helping to rebuild shattered health services. Each year, Merlin helps more than 15 million people in up to 20 countries.

Context and Background
Merlin has been operational in the Great Lakes region since 1994, Our projects have assisted refugees and displaced people on both sides of the eastern border of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Since March 1997, Merlin has provided extensive support to health zones in South Kivu, North Kivu, Kasai Oriental, and Maniema provinces of eastern DRC. Other Merlin projects have provided assistance to host and displaced populations in western DRC in Kamonia province. Specific areas of intervention include the following:

• Health Systems Strengthening for improved health service delivery
• Primary Health care Programs including water and sanitation projects
• Emergency Preparedness and Response including support to national surveillance systems

Main purpose of the role
The Birambizo Project Coordinator will be responsible for managing the Nyanzale office, the Tongo sub-base and for overseeing Merlin project activities in the whole Birambizo health zone. This includes overseeing logistic activities, responsibility for security and ensuring proper financial procedures are followed for the project implementation. She/He is also responsible for the coordination, management and capacity building of national staff members.

Overall Objectives (scope):
• Base management
• Project Management and Development
• Administration and Finance
• Human Resources
• Security
• Representation
Responsibilities

Base Management
• Ensure adequate information flow within Nyanzale and Tongo teams and between Nyanzale and Goma offices
• Create/maintain a “team spirit” within the Merlin staff

Project Management and Development
• Budget holding of the Merlin (sub-)projects implemented in Birambizo
• Plan and monitor project activities and outputs against project Logframes and budgets. This includes grant opening, grant closing and monthly grant monitoring meetings with all departments, as well as activity, procurement and financial planning.
• Ensure the delivery of the project according to objectives and time-frames
• Reporting – internal and external - for daily and weekly site communications.
• Ongoing evaluation and development of proposals

Security (in collaboration with Birambizo field Logistician)
• Responsible for the security of the Merlin team and assets in a changeable and volatile security environment, including initiating and organising evacuation if necessary
• Ongoing monitoring of the security situation in the region
• Prepare and update security guidelines and ensure that these are adhered to
• Provide timely and accurate security/incident reports to the Project Coordinator and Goma Security Focal Point
• Maintain regular contacts with key actors in relation to security (local authorities, the community, MONUC, OCHA, etc.)

Logistics:
• Assure planning, procurement and follow-up of goods in line with project and base needs
• Collaborate with Merlin Goma Logistics to assure planning, procurement and timely delivery of drugs and medical consumables to Merlin-supported Health Facilities, avoiding stock ruptures
• Assure Merlin procurement and logistics procedures are followed
• Manage, register and maintain Merlin assets
• Manage and document warehouse and transport of Merlin goods according to Merlin procedures

Admin and Finance
• Manage the program budget and ensure regular communication with the Finance Manager on all budget matters.
• Manage cash on site, ensuring compliance with Merlin procedures in relation to cash security (on site and cash transfer).
• Ensure activities in Birambizo comply with all legal and bureaucratic requirements of DRC
• Prepare timely cash requests and transfers
• Filing systems and record keeping
• Prevent, and if necessary report and investigate fraud and misconduct within Merlin staff and partners

Human Resources:
• Supervise and directly or indirectly line-manage all Merlin staff in Birambizo
• Ensure that Merlin recruitment and appraisal procedures are followed
• To ensure that all staff management is carried out according to the Merlin internal regulations and the DRC labour code
• To provide the HR dept in Goma with monthly staff information updates and keep them informed on all disciplinary matters
• Organise and supervise capacity building and development of national staff

Representation
• Represent Merlin and its activities to key stakeholders (community, authorities, donors, other (I)NGOs, partners)
• Closely collaborate with MoH on Health Zone level and assure that Merlin projects effectively contribute to MoH capacity building and comply with MoH strategies

Other
• Provide meaningful reporting on project activities to Goma office
• Provide coverage for other posts when needed and carry out any other responsibilities as requested by the Country Director

Qualifications, experience and competences:
• Experience and proven skills in budget holding and management
• Experience and proven skills in Project Management
• Experience of working in security and unstable environments
• Strong communication skills, with excellent written and spoken English and French
• Knowledge and understanding of project management tools (Logical Framework analysis, project cycle management, indicators etc.)
• Proven problem solving and organizational skills, flexible and calm under pressure
• Strong leadership skills and a supportive management style
• Good team worker, able to live and work closely with a small team
• Computer skills (Word, Excel, E-mail)
• Experience of proactively identifying and addressing issues
• An understanding of and commitment to Merlin’s mission and values

Qualifications, experience and competences:

• Working experience in DRC / Central Africa
• Experience in health care management in insecure and unstable contexts

How to Apply:

To apply for this position
Please download an application form from our website www.merlin.org.uk Completed form should be emailed to applications@merlin-uk.org stating in the subject field the job title, country and reference number (if any)

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted. Due to the urgency of this position, applications will be shortlisted on a regular basis and we may offer this post before the closing date.

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ALERT Hospital: Human Resources Database Developer

Human Resources Database Developer

What’s the context and purpose of the role?
The ALERT hospital has ambitious plans to expand its services, supported by the Clinton Foundation HIV/AIDS Inititative and the Christian Children’s Fund of Canada. In particular a new pediatric wing is being built , which will increase the number of children who can be treated. To ensure that the hospital is able to serve its large catchment area of 760,000 people, of which approximately 50,000 are living with AIDS, the HR function of the hospital is key. You role will be to develop a new HR databse to enable data collection and reporting to support the recruitment and development of staff at the hospital. By providing automated processes for the HR department, you’ll increase productivity and enable staff in this department to provide a faster and more accurate service.

What does the role involve?
> Designing a new HR database at the ALERT hospital.
> Networking the HR department with other hospital departments.
> Developing computer-based MIS for the HR department.
> Providing standardised formats for reporting.
> Creating automated processes to improve the speed and accuracy of data collection and reporting.
>Writing a manual with guidelines for the use of the new systems and providing training to staff.


And the rest…
You’ll be based in Addis Ababa, the capital of Ethiopia, a lively city where you’ll meet plenty of other NGO workers and VSO volunteers. The staple Ethiopian food is injera, which is a large circular pancake made from a small grain called teff. Cooked stews and vegetables (collectively known as wat) are placed on the injera, and the whole is eaten communally by hand. The country is really beautiful, so even just traveling around it without any particular plan will give you a lot of pleasure. The mountains in the north are spectacular, whilst the lakes in the Rift Valley provide a welcome relief in what is (apart from the lush south-west) a predominantly arid country. The country’s National Parks provide an excellent opportunity to see the many endemic birds and animals and to walk in spectacular scenery.

We’ll ask you to commit to 12 months to ensure you can make a sustainable contribution to our development goals. In return, we’ll give you comprehensive financial, personal and professional support. We'll provide you with extensive training before your placement, and our financial package includes a local salary, return flights, accommodation, insurance and more. When you return to your home country, we'll help you to resettle and many of our returned volunteers stay involved with us long after their placement ends.

Additional Qualifications:

Skills, Experience and Personal Qualities:
> degree in computer sciences or similar with at least 2 years’ work experience in a medical institution, working with human resources related software.
> Expert knowledge of OSI and TCP/IP network principles; troubleshooting tools; Windows XP, Server 2003 and Vista; Linux; relational database concepts; IP addresses, DNS, gateways and NAT; communications via telnet, SSH, HTTP and serial connections.
> Experience of delivering training in these systems.
In addition you’ll need to be highly motivated and able to work in small teams. You’ll be used to working in pressurized environments, be flexible and self-motivated and prepared to work in a resource-poor environment where the technology used may be fairly basic. As with all VSO placement a sense of humor and willingness to adapt to local culture will serve you well and enable you to get the most out of your placement.

How to Apply:

Online application at www.vso.org.uk

Please quote reference: ETH0494/0001/0001

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Mobius: Automotive Engineer - Jobs in Kenya

Company Overview
Mobius is an early stage social business working to enable mobility across Africa by transforming its automotive market. We recognise that appropriate transport is a key enabler to social-economic development in deprived rural communities across the developing world and aim to unlock this vast potential by releasing an entirely new vehicle fit for Africa’s degraded roads at an affordable price.

Our envisaged solution is a vehicle with the full functionality of an off-road car (able to travel long distances on bumpy dirt roads) sold at a similar price point to the ubiquitous urban 3-wheel motorised rickshaw (tuk-tuk), which cannot travel long distances effectively – in short, a tuk-tuk replacement. We integrate off-the-shelf parts within a tubular steel frame to create a basic but safe and fully functional vehicle whilst pursuing all opportunities to reduce cost. Our design methodology is similar to the Sandrail, yet serves a wholly different demographic for a wholly different purpose.
The result, a vehicle that existing local entrepreneurs in rural areas can easily afford to improve their public transport business (typically people who might otherwise purchase and run a tuk-tuk), and an affordable transport service for rural end-users who crave increased mobility. In summary, every-person public transport to enable social-economic prosperity for rural Africa.
Since launching operations in mid 2009 we have built a small workshop, purchased basic equipment, established a committed Kenyan team and are nearing the completion of our first prototype vehicle. The business is led by Joel Jackson, a successful management consultant with substantial NGO experience in Africa; and advised by Tevis Howard and Andrew Youn, two successful and highly acclaimed social entrepreneurs in their own right. We are now aiming to build an improved second prototype.

Automotive Engineer:

The Role
We are seeking a minimum one year commitment from an exceptional early career automotive engineer to lead the design, build and test of a new prototype tubular steel frame vehicle that may ultimately become production ready across Africa – a truly unique opportunity to create impact on a global scale. The role will require a close working relationship with the venture’s CEO as well as the local Kenyan mechanics and welders on the team. Specific duties include, but are not limited to:

1. Designing and producing visual interpretations of prototype vehicle framework and systems, using computer-aided design packages; paying attention to issues of safety, reliability, economy and functionality.
2. Deciding on the most suitable materials for framework fabrication as well as the most appropriate systems to integrate within the framework (standard, off-the-shelf systems).
3. Reviewing and revising design and/or production processes in response to feedback from colleagues, safety concerns, quality issues, loading requirements etc.
4. Advising and assisting our team of local Kenyan mechanics and welders on the prototype vehicle build and general workplace best practices (e.g. equipment safety standards). Our team already has prior experience building dune buggy style vehicles, including the first prototype.
5. Verifying welding capability and product feasibility of all welding tools/processes and implementing programs to improve overall weld performance (e.g. coordinating weld pry testing and weld tear downs).
6. Applying mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic and electrical principles and rigor to resolve engineering problems with appropriate solutions.
7. Ensuring high quality standards throughout the vehicle build. Developing test procedures and conducting tests using software packages and physical testing methods.
8. Utilising in-country equipment and materials and adapting approach to the resources available. Typically such equipment and materials are relatively low tech, e.g. manual pressurised pipe bender versus computerised hydraulic pipe bender.
9. Working as an active member of the team, ensuring effective communication between colleagues and positively contributing regularly to meetings and briefings.
10. Taking ownership of end-to-end projects, managing associated budget, delivery schedules and resources (including staff), and supervising quality control.

Location
Mombasa is the largest coastal port in East Africa. It also has some of the best white sandy beaches in Africa. The warm waters of the Indian Ocean offer great opportunities for a quiet swim, deep-sea fishing and water sports activities such as scuba diving and sailing. In addition to its beautiful beaches, Mombasa offers a diverse cultural history which has left a lasting influence on the city’s food, architecture, and people. Nightlife in Mombasa is always exciting, and the city has numerous bars, clubs and casinos. Or, you can always catch a movie at the cinema, go bowling, or grab a drink at the local pub. Similarly, there is diversity in the cuisine, including a host of quality restaurants both western and local. Eat mangoes for breakfast and crab for dinner; go for a regular morning jog or join a local soccer team; catch up on reading—we work very hard, but we make up for it by occasionally relaxing very hard!

Compensation
The primary benefit of this position is the extremely unique opportunity to take a lead role in the creation of a new vehicle aimed to revolutionize transport across Africa, working as part of a high caliber team. We will also provide a return flight to Kenya and 12 months accommodation in Mombasa.

Beyond these benefits, you will be responsible for the cost of any health insurance (up to $200 per month), visas (~$100 per year), immunizations (up to $500), and low living costs (~$60 per week).

Significant opportunities exist for career advancement for employees who exhibit extraordinary job performance, as Mobius continues to grow. After 6 months of strong performance, we will also offer a commensurate equity incentive and a modest salary (predicated on funding growth).

Qualifications:
An ideal candidate should combine outstanding technical skills in design and engineering with excellent interpersonal and communication skills to work effectively with a multidisciplinary team. They should be rigorous, pragmatic and on-the-ground solution focused – not overly academic.

Requirements
Minimum Bachelor degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Industrial Systems Engineering or similar
3.4 GPA or higher from a top university engineering program
Passion for prototype development and a “gear-head” attitude
1-3 years of automotive-related experience, preferably on a vehicle build project
Ability to adapt to a dynamic working environment, work within a diverse team and communicate effectively
Ability to self manage; taking ownership of projects: budgeting, work planning, resource management and reporting
Ability to read and write design and manufacturing drawings
Extreme patience and a good sense of humor
Proficiency in Auto-CAD (or equivalent)
Welding experience and knowledge of weld quality controls
A start-up personality that fits Africa well: entrepreneurial; ambitious; independent; systematic attention to detail; structured thinker; goal-oriented; flexible and able to deal well with setbacks

Desired
- Proficiency in CATIA
- Proficiency in COSMOS
- Hands-on experience with pipe bending and notching
- Involvement in a dune-buggy/sandrail build specifically
- Fluency in Kiswahili (the national language of Kenya)

How to Apply:

Candidates should email a cover letter and CV to recruiting@mobiusmotors.com (Subject line: “Automotive Engineer Application”). Your cover letter and CV should each be a separate attachment to your email (no body text cover letters in your email please).

Optionally, you may also include a work sample for our team to review. This would preferably be a CAD drawing and/or various photos highlighting your work on a previous build project (preferably a vehicle).

While the start date for this role is September 2010, the position will be filled as soon as we identify a strong match. Serious applicants should therefore apply as soon as possible

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Alliance for Green Revolution in Africa: Jobs and Vacancies in Rwanda

Technology Transfer Specialist
Division: Eastern and South Africa Division (ESAFD)
Duty station: Kigali, Rwanda
Duration of the Assignment: July 1, 20 I 0 - December 31, 2012

Alliance for Green Revolution in Africa(AGRA), has awarded a grant to IF DC to implement the project Rwanda Agro Dealer Development (RADD), with the objective to
strengthen the Agro-dealer network in Rwanda, leading to increased sales of agro-inputs and- agricultural productivity. The Project will develop a trained, competitive, private sector agro-input dealer network with the target to improve the accessibility of inputs through the expansion of the input sales network, decreased transaction costs, increased demand, and the establishment of trained agro-dealers (including farmers' cooperatives and their networks), agro-retailers (stockiest), and importers. The project will strengthen IFDCs partnership with AGRA in input dealer development in East and Southern Africa.

The Technology Transfer Specialist for this' project will reinforce both the demand and supply side of the agricultural inputs market. The Specialist will work under the responsibility of the project Coordinator, in close collaboration with the communication and training teams of the IFDC-CATALYST project.

Duties and Responsibilities:
Promote the use of fertilizers, seeds, soil amendments, CPPs, tools and equipment.
Train input dealers, enabling them to advice their clients regarding the use of agricultural inputs.
Help input dealers and distributors to develop on-farm demonstrations, showing the benefits of agricultural inputs.
Write quarterly progress reports for the project coordinator.
Establish and maintain relationships with structures and persons having similar

General Skills and Competencies Required:
An agronomic background and at least 3 years of experience.
Knowledge about agricultural inputs, their use and benefits.
Experience in promotion and training.
Fluent in English, French and Kinyarwanda.
Good writing and reporting skills.

All positions within the RADD project will be national positions, and will be based in the lFDC office in Rwanda.
The Project is part of the Agribusiness Program of the IFDC East and Southern Africa
Division.

Remuneration:
These being nationally recruited staff (NRS) positions, salary will be paid in local currency. The employees' benefits package will include annual and sick leave ;insurance(medical and life) and retirement.

Application:
Qualified candidates are invited to submit a letter of application, a CV and 3 references, to the IFDC Rwanda,via email to ifdcrwanda@ifdc.org.

Please reference the job title you are applying for in the subject line of your email.

Applications should be submitted at the latest Friday June 15th 2010, at 5:00pm

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Uganda Tea Development Agency: Company Secretary

Uganda Tea Development Agency Limited (U.T.D.A.L) is a management agency company whole owned by Igara and Kayonza Tea Factories. It was formed to provide management services to small holder tea grower tea factories of Igara Growers Tea Factory Ltd based in Bushenyi District and Kayonza Growers Tea Factory Ltd based in Kanungu District.

Company Secretary

Duty Station:Kampala but shall be moving constantly to the factory companies and any other place designated by management.

Job Scope: (Functions of the position)Company Secretary is a Senior Manager responsible for ensuring that the companies comply with standard legal practice and maintains standards of corporate governance, particularly with regard to ensuring compliance with statutory requirements and for ensuring that decisions of the Board of Directors are communicated for implementation.

Major responsibilities: (Duties)

1. Ensure that companies are registered under the Companies Act and all relevant sections of Companies Act and Tax Act are implemented throughout the operations of U.T.D.A.L and affiliated companies.
2. Ensure that all returns required by the Company Law are made to the respective authorities.
3. Ensure the company meets its obligations under relevant laws and the requirements of regulatory authorities.
4. Participate in negotiating terms of business contracts or agreements for U.T.D.A.L and affiliated companies.
5. Draft all legal documents and resolutions relating to the operations of U.T.D.A.L and affiliated companies, sign and or witness their signing, have them registered or led with the relevant authorities.
6. Register company assets when so required.
7. Assess and arrange insurance covers for the four companies, make and follow up all the insurance claims when necessary.
8. Act as Secretary and seek legal advice to the Boards and management of U.T.D.A.L and affiliated companies and also advise the same companies on the need to procure legal services from legal firms.
9. In liaison with Boards’ Chairpersons and the General Manager, call for and arrange all Board meetings of U.T.D.A.L and affiliated companies and U.T.D.A.L management meetings.
10. Attend and take minutes of all board and management meetings and ensure decisions taken in these meetings are communicated for implementation.
11. Arrange and conduct annual general meetings of the share holders of U.T.D.A.L and affiliated companies, maintain shareholders’ registers, monitor and manage changes in share ownership of these companies.
12. Plan and ensure that the right workforce for U.T.D.A.L and affiliated companies, is recruited, inducted, trained appropriately deployed, disciplined and well motivated.
13. Keep and manage relevant records as required by law in management of personnel of U.T.D.A.L and oversee those of affiliated companies through Group Managers.

Job Requirement:
1. A minimum degree in Law, Social Science, Business Administration o ICSA, ACCA or any other relevant degree or qualifications.
2. A higher qualification in Human Resource Management shall be an added advantage.
3. At least 3 years relevant experience in senior position of a reputable company.
4. Proven skill in communication, negotiation, public and industrial relations and leadership.
5. An understanding of how the legal system affects business.
6. Computer knowledge is essential.
7. Must be willing to travel to the factories when ever required.
8. Ability to work for long hours with minimum supervision.

Application:Interested and qualified candidates should send their applications with copies of relevant qualification certificates, detailed curriculum vitae and recommendation from 3 (three) professional referees. Application should reach the undersigned within 21 calendar days from the date of the advert. To:

The General Manager,
Uganda Tea Development Agency Limited,
Plot 821, Rubaga Road,
P.O Box 6204 Kampala
Phone: +256 -41-4343633, Fax: +256-41-4343634
E-mail: admin@ugatea.com
Website: www.ugatea.co.ug

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Position: Regional Program Development Manager (RPDM)

Location: Nairobi, Kenya, with travel within regions and HQ required

Closing date: 25 Jul 2010

About RI: Relief International (RI), an international relief and development agency with cross-sectoral programs bridging relief and development, currently seeks a Regional Program Development Manager.

Position Summary:

Relief International currently seeks full-time RPDMs to represent RI in all forums and to all donors and partner agencies in assigned region, with the objective of increasing visibility for RI’s work, advocating for issues important to the RI mandate, identifying and pursuing funding and other opportunities for the organization. RPDM reports to HQ Program Development Manager.

Essential Responsibilities and Duties:

• Engage in needs assessment and identification
• Contribute to program design, for solicited and unsolicited programs, and for pilot and full scale programs
• Where proposals are pending with donor agencies, RPDM should be familiar with the proposal and meet with donor officers to ensure program plans represent a good fit with donor objectives
• Where a proposal is not yet submitted, RPDM will attend relevant RFA/P meetings and gather information to be relayed to HQ for the preparation of proposals
• Participate in the preparation of funding proposals, including sometimes leading proposal writing efforts
• Attend regional and national coordination meetings
• Maintain regular contact with donors, IOs, national governments, etc. to track development priorities and inform HQ of upcoming RFA/Ps
• Disseminate information about RI achievements to donors and project a positive image of RI as an accountable and responsive NGO partner
• Represent RI in other related meetings, seminars, lectures, and presentations ensuring RI plays its full role as an active social development organization.
• Represent RI to the diplomatic community, particularly to ambassadors and other representatives of countries to gather relevant information related to program development, for proposal preparation, and to ensure cooperation and support for RI plans
• Assist the RI field offices with troubleshooting, backstopping, etc. as requested by HQ
• If needed, assist with the field level printing and delivery of proposals, within submission deadlines
• Facilitate arrangement of appointments for the senior HQ staff when they travel to the field
• Undertake travel within the assigned region as required in the pursuit of the above tasks
• Prepare regular activity reports for HQ
• Undertake other ad hoc tasks, as instructed by HQ
• Operate within RI policy, setting an example for other field staff

Qualifications & Requirements:

This position demands a dynamic individual with a demonstrated ability to achieve results in a demanding and fast paced environment.

• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability and willingness to travel between field offices and to either LA or DC as needed
• MA in international relations, business administration or other relevant field
• 5 years’ minimum experience NGO context, previous experience with USAID preferred
• Proven success in grant writing, net-working and liaising with field and HQ staff when necessary

Salary: Commensurate with experience and qualifications.

How to apply:

To be considered for this recruitment, please submit a cover letter, resume, salary history, 3 professional supervisory references (whom we may contact after a second interview) with the date of availability to hrdevelopment@ri.org. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

The email subject line MUST include the following: RPDM-AFRICA.

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Nkumba University: - Jobs and Vacancies in Uganda

Applications are invited from suitably qualified, competent, creative, confident, self driven, ready to work under stress, track record of integrity, computer literate individuals of impeccable character to fill the under mentioned positions at Nkumba University.

Applicants are required to submit handwritten or typed applications (seven copies) and a detailed CV, photocopies of supporting academic documents, names and addresses of three referees, and telephone contacts.

1. DEPUTY UNIVERSITY SECRETARY

The Deputy University Secretary serves as the principal deputy to the University Secretary and assists in relations with, among other things, the meetings, the University committees, and the University community.

a) Reporting: to the University Secretary and the Vice Chancellor.

b) Responsibilities:

• • Managing and attending Committee meetings and council orientation including the collecting of meeting materials, mailings, following up letters, and the drafting of minutes.

• Drafting correspondence and other documents for the University Secretary and the Vice Chancellor.

• Overseeing and maintaining the permanent records of the Management Committee, including records of Management business and minutes of meetings.

• Managing of communications with the Management Committee, Council & its Committees and the Board of Trustees and when requested by the University Secretary deal directly with the mentioned members as they interact with the University in connection with their Council and Trustee responsibilities.

• Overseeing projects and preparations of Committee documents, including resolutions, remarks, and greetings.

• Overseeing the University website.

• Supervising the daily operations of the offices of the University and staff members.

• Overseeing the planning and implementation of major University events such as Graduation Day and Commencement Lectures, and special events as dedications, celebrations, memorial services, and inaugurations.

• Any other duties as may be assigned by the University Secretary and the Vice Chancellor.

c) Qualifications : An Honours Bachelors Degree, and a Master's Degree in Planning, Management & Administration or its equivalent.

d) Experience: A minimum of 5 years of administration in a complex institutional environment.

e) Age: 35 years and above.

2. HUMAN RESOURCE DIRECTOR:

The Human Resource Director shall be responsible for all affairs related to human resource management in the University.

a) Reporting: to the University Secretary and the Vice Chancellor.

b) Responsibilities:

• Guiding and managing the overall provision of Human Resources services, policies, and programs for the entire University.

• Managing the overall talent strategy including workforce planning; recruiting; hiring; training and development; performance planning, management, and improvement; motivation, retention and succession planning.

• Overseeing the organizational development, change management initiatives and University-wide environment for employees.

• Overseeing employment law compliance and compliance to University Terms and Conditions of Service and regulatory concerns.

• Assisting in policy development, documentation, and implementation.

• Overseeing employee safety, welfare, wellness and health.

• Promoting community outreach and communication, together with charitable initiatives.

• Managing external employment agencies, recruiters, and temporary staffing agencies.

• Analyzing/Assessing the effectiveness of all human resources on a regular basis.

• Preparing guidelines and procedures for disciplinary action.

• Keeping abreast of developments in various areas of human resource management.

• Inducting staff.

• Any other duties as may be assigned by the University Secretary and the Vice Chancellor.

c) Qualifications : An Honours Bachelor's degree and a Master's degree in Human Resource Management & Administration or its equivalent.

D) Experience: A minimum of 5 years of administration in a complex institutional environment.

e) Age: 35 years and above.

3. PROCUREMENT OFFICER:

The Procurement Officer shall develop and implement purchasing policy and strategy, co-ordinate purchasing practices and maximize savings and benefits resource management in the University.

a) Reporting: to the University Secretary and the Vice Chancellor.

b) Responsibilities:

• Undertaking the tendering, evaluation, placement and monitoring of a portfolio of corporate contracts including the University's Capital purchasing programme.

• Assisting in the selection of appropriate suppliers and contractors, to promote good procurement practice with due regard to sustainability, ethical purchasing standards and whole life costing.

• Participating in negotiation of contract terms on a range of central contracts and to monitor performance against these contracts.

• Promoting the procurement function within the University including the development and improvement of training and skills of staff involved in the devolved purchasing environment within the University.

• Participating in internal and external meetings, promoting procurement best practices.

• Assisting the University Secretary and the Deputy University Secretary in preparation of documents for the Tender Committee, including minutes and evaluation reports.

• Supporting and undertaking projects for the "Value for money" Steering group and report findings and make recommendations to the Management Committee to support change of policy.

• Keeping abreast of up to date knowledge relating to procurement legislation including regulations for public procurement.

• Ensuring that all resources are utilized effectively and efficiently. This includes taking measures to minimize wasting energy, water and office consumables.

• Any other duties as may be assigned by the Bursar and the University Secretary.

c) Qualifications: An Honours Bachelor's degree in Procurement and Logistics Management, a Bachelors Degree in Business Administration with a Certificate in Procurement and Supplies (CPS) or its equivalent. A Masters degree will be an added advantage.

(d) Experience: 2 years and above in the area related to procurement and logistics management.

(e) Age: 28 years and above.

4. PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICER:

Public Relations Officer shall establish and maintain mutual understanding between an organization and its stakeholders. He/she shall be the spokesperson of the University and shall convey the policies and interests of the University to the public through various forms of media and vice versa. The role is very varied and will depend on the University policy.

a) Reporting: to the University Secretary and the Vice Chancellor.

b) Responsibilities:

• liaising with the University Management.

• liaising with and answering enquiries from media, individuals and other institutions, often via telephone and email.

• researching, writing provisional materials, and distributing press releases to media.

• collating and analyzing media coverage, published materials, interviews and surveys

• writing and editing in-house magazines, case studies, speeches, articles and annual reports

• preparing and supervising the production of publicity brochures, handouts, direct mail leaflets, promotional videos, photographs, films and multimedia programmes.

• organizing events including press briefings, press conferences, exhibitions, open days, press tours, project-manage and product launches.

• maintaining and updating information on the University's Website;

• sourcing and managing speaking and sponsorship opportunities;

• commissioning market research;

• fostering community relations through events such as open days,& exhibitions and through involvement in community initiatives;

• developing and sustaining the mutual understanding between the University and its community.

• using all forms of media and communications to project and protect the University image

• Arranging charitable donations or sponsorship of events.

• Any other duties as may be assigned by the University Secretary and the Vice Chancellor.

c)Qualifications: A good Bachelor's degree preferably in Mass Communication. A Masters Degree or its equivalent will be an added advantage.

d) Experience: A minimum of 5 years of administration in a complex institutional environment.

e) Age: 35 years and above.

5. INTERNAL AUDITOR:

s The internal auditor shall perform audits of management, information systems and technologies, finance and security in all locations of the University together with reviewing and evaluating the effectiveness and efficiency of operations, reliability of financial reporting, and compliance with applicable laws and regulations , that is, the Professional Code of Ethics and the Standards for the Professional Practice of internal auditing according to the Institute of Internal Auditors.

a) Reporting: to the Vice Chancellor and University Council.

b) Responsibilities:

• Developing the scope for operation, information technologies, financial and security audit projects and select/develop appropriate audit steps necessary to promote effective audit coverage for the Vice Chancellor's approval

• Conducting management, information technologies, financial and security audit projects according to the yearly audit plans in all areas of the University.

• Performing fieldwork in all University locations.

• Analyzing operational and management processes and system controls' effectiveness and efficiency in view to improve them and propose value-added recommendations.

s Providing assurance that operations and processes conform to current Nkumba University policies and procedures particularly as laid out in the University Financial Regulations.

• Participating in the development of new information systems to ensure that efficient and effective controls are incorporated.

• Identifying control and processes weaknesses, document main control points and provide evidential support for report recommendations.

• Preparing recommendations for all levels of management, considering materiality, pertinence and documentary evidence.

• Presenting to the University Management the results, recommendations and conclusions of audit reviews.

• Maintaining respectful and effective communications and relationships with management and staff of areas under review.

• Preparing draft audit reports.

• Assisting in performing external audits in the areas of revenue and costs that are beyond the direct control of Nkumba University employees, such as certain construction contracts.

• Reviewing year-end inventory balances as requested by the University external auditors.

• Assisting the University Secretary in the execution of special studies and consulting assignments; preparation and follow-up with University management of the implementation of outstanding recommendations; and preparing Audit Services Status reports for the Audit Committee, external auditors and Council.

• Keep abreast in various areas of the audit profession.

• Any other duties as may be assigned by the University Secretary, the Vice Chancellor and Council.

c) Qualifications:

University graduate in accounting, finance, administration or business with a professional designation (CGA, CA, CIA, CMA) or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Business and audit experience in medium sized enterprises Management, financial and IT audit experience will be an added advantage.

d) Experience:

A minimum of 5 years of auditing in a complex institutional environment.

e) Age: 35 years and above.

6 PLANNING OFFICER:

The Planning Officer shall be in charge of the day to day operations of the Planning Unit of the University.

a) Reporting : to the University Secretary and the Vice Chancellor.

b) Responsibilities:

• Overseeing the planning of University requirements in the recruitment, employment, and evaluation.

• Developing University-wide or department-wide goals, objectives, policies and procedures

• Assisting in preparing Department/University operations budget.

• Analyzing and forecasting of student and staff data to assist with resource planning and review.

• Statistical reporting to both internal and external stakeholders.

• Planning of Sectoral and multi-Sectoral development projects and solutions identification, designing and producing write-ups of project proposals, evaluating, monitoring and producing project reports as cases may require.

• Ensuring that the Management, Council, and Board of Trustees are kept fully informed on the condition of the University and about any trends, events, or emerging issues of significance to the University's success

• Reporting events and activities to senior management.

• Representing the University on planning boards including the National Council for Higher Education (NCHE).

• Coordinating and Implementing General Strategic Planning or other planning projects

• Reviewing all departmental reports and presentations related to planning.

• Evaluating planning-related legislation and applicability to department projects

• Overseeing University Fund Raising activities and plans.

• Seeking and establishing Endowments for the University.

• Any other work as may be assigned by the Vice Chancellor and the University Secretary.

c) Qualifications:

A good Honours Bachelor's degree and a Masters' degree in Planning, Public Administration, Statistics, and Business Administration or any other related field.

d) Experience: 5 years and above, with at least 3 years of experience in supervisory capacity.

e) Age: 35 years and above.

RENUMERATION: for all posts is as per standard

University relevant scales and highly attractive and

competitive.

The Applications in a sealed envelope, and further

information, should be addressed to:

University Secretary,

Nkumba University,

P.O. Box 237, ENTEBBE,

(not later than 19th February 2010).

Tel: +256 (0) 414 376112/ (0)414 374996/

(0)414 374994,

E-mail: us@nkumbauniversity.ac.ug

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EDC : Monitoring and Evaluation Manager - Jobs and Vacancies in Kenya

Organization and Program Overview:

Founded in 1958, Education Development Center, Inc. (EDC) is an international nonprofit organization that works to build bridges between educational research, policy, and practice. Funded by the United States Agency for International Development, EDC is implementing a youth development project based in the North Eastern Province of Garissa, Kenya.

The Garissa Youth Project (G-Youth) is designed to empower youth to make sound career and life decisions as they transition from high-school to the next phase of their lives. The project offers youth interventions that help them to: build skills, facilitate appropriate career choices, provide employment and/or income generating information, bridge technical and university education opportunities and provide a fun and safe space for youth to socialize.

Through the addition of a new project component which is helping to redefine the strategic direction for the project, G-Youth now aims to build the capacity of local youth organizations and networks to increase youth participation and planning in program activities meant to help youth.

Title: Monitoring and Evaluation Manager

Summary:

EDC seeks a Monitoring and Evaluation Manager to lead evaluation assessments, and oversee the development of a data collection and management system for a USAID-funded youth project. The Monitoring and Evaluation Manager will have principle responsibility for facilitating all aspects of monitoring and evaluation and will take the lead in planning for, conducting and reporting on all M&E activities of the project.

In addition, the M&E Manager will supervise the collection of qualitative and quantitative data of program activities within the project and setting up systems that facilitate accurate, consistent and timely reports. The M&E Manager will lead the team for any evaluation study that takes place in the project. The M&E Manager will be the primary person responsible for providing technical support to the project’s evaluation and impact assessment activities. This position will report directly to the Deputy Project Director for G-Youth.

Essential functions include (but are not limited to):

• Manage the M&E systems that measures the effectiveness of project initiatives;
• Develop procedures for assessing quality programming and impact;
• Designs and implements a monitoring and evaluation system that measures the effectiveness of project initiatives;
• Track quarterly progress of program activities;
• Oversee the collection of qualitative and quantitative data and updates reports;
• Conducts research and evaluation activities relative to the project initiatives;
• Generate data reports in compliance with USAID procedures and agreements in the award;
• Ensures accuracy of all data collection processes;
• Designs tools to improve data processing and reporting;
• Manages all evaluation activities relative to the project initiatives.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Master’s Degree in Social Sciences and ideally 5 – 7 years experience in the field of monitoring and evaluation;
• Competence in qualitative and quantitative study design and implementation;
• Extensive experience with monitoring program implementation using qualitative and quantitative approaches;
• Solid grounding in data analysis packages such as SAS or SPSS and database management systems, preferably Access
• Experience in developing and coordinating data collection, processing and analysis systems;
• Ability to balance work within a team environment while also working independently ;
• Ability to prioritize and manage activities with minimum supervision;
• Strong organizational, communication, computer, and interpersonal skills;
• Excellent technical writing skills.
• Strong analytical skills and aptitude for details.
• Demonstrable organizational and troubleshooting skills.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as a team member.

Application and contact details:

Interested qualified candidates are requested to submit a letter, a resume and names of three references to AIssa@g-youth.edc.org by June 8, 2010. To ensure the timely review of your credentials, please insert “Monitoring and Evaluation Manager” in the subject line of the email.

Only candidates who are being invited for an interview will be contacted.

The closing date for this position is June 8, 2010.

EDC is committed to diversity in the workplace.

EDC offers a supportive work environment, competitive salary and excellent benefits.

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