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Purpose of Job The Managing Director, Human Resources and Organisational Development (MDHROD) provides a pivotal leadership role across the Bank in visioning, shaping and executing the Bank's people strategy. As the senior-most HR executive, the MDHROD is responsible for overseeing all aspects of people strategy and ensuring that HROD policies and practices align with the Bank's strategic objectives, values and business goals. The MDHROD also acts as a key decision-maker in sensitive employee relations matters in accordance with internal governance procedures. The MDHROD must demonstrate exceptional sound judgement and unwavering integrity, consistently navigating complex organisational challenges with discretion, fairness, and a principled approach that upholds the Bank's behaviours and values, fostering trust across all levels of leadership and staff.   Background The MD, HROD is responsible for the HROD strategy and implementation across the Bank. Reporting to the Vice-President, CTO for policy issues, it ensures that HROD is a strategic enabler and contributor to the Bank's business and transformation goals whilst retaining full responsibility for individual HR decision making MDHROD interacts with ExCom, the Budget and Administrative Affairs Committee (BAAC) and the Board for the elaboration of the People Strategy for the Bank, including securing of reward budgets, senior hiring and the HROD budget. The role is responsible for all functional areas of HROD, as follows: - Business Partnering - supporting the Bank's leadership in meeting changing business needs. - Reward ? providing staff with a reward package which is market competitive. - Talent Acquisition ? identifying, attracting and recruiting top talent. - Talent & Performance Management ? deploying, developing and engaging people aligned to business needs. - Diversity & Inclusion ? ensuring the Bank builds on its strong diverse & inclusive culture. - Organisational Design ? guiding the business on designing work according to evolving needs. - Employee Relations & People Solutions & Advisory ? fostering positive working relationships and ensuring equitable practices. - HR Operations, Data & Systems ? enabling efficient HR activities and data analytics. - Transformation ? Delivering HROD transformation to optimise the HROD function and support a future fit workforce. - MD HROD is a member of the Bank's Crisis Management Team, Programme Steering Board, as well as, as required, a number of committees of the Bank.   Accountabilities & Responsibilities - Strategic Organisational Direction: Setting HROD strategic direction and people priorities in line with Bank-wide goals and objectives. Leading and overseeing programmes and initiatives to enable the HR and OD aspects of the Bank's Strategic Capital Framework. - Overall People Agenda: Developing and overseeing implementation of the Bank's people plan, fostering a positive and productive work environment guided by the Bank's Workplace Behaviours. - Talent: Ensuring effective strategies and approaches are in place to attract, deploy, develop, and engage people with the required capabilities to meet the Bank's current and future needs. Focusing holistically on future skills, talent planning, leadership capability, mobility, and staff development to maximise organisational, team and individual performance. - Operations, Data, Systems & Transformation: Through larger scale transformation initiatives (e.g. HR System Implementations) and ongoing continuous improvement initiatives, ensuring HROD's delivery is fully optimised and efficient. Responsible for ensuring the smooth provision of operational activities and insightful people analytics data to the Bank to improve decision making. - Reward: Ensuring a comprehensive Reward framework is in place, and reviewed to remain robust and responsive to the Bank's evolving needs, focusing on communications framed around transparency and total reward. Ensuring a job structure exists for organising and managing the Bank's roles. - Workforce Planning: Overseeing HROD's approach to workforce planning, both in terms of aligning talent with current operational business needs, and long-term strategic workforce planning to ensure relevant strategies for future focused talent acquisition and development are in place, and resources are engaged and deployed to underpin flexibility and organisational resilience. - Employee Relations: Directing and overseeing the implementation of initiatives and policies (eg Respectful Workplace Procedure) to promote a positive employee relations landscape, ensuring staff/ managers are encouraged to access expert resources when disputes/ conflicts/ issues arise. Maintaining effective collaboration with the Bank's Staff Council. Ensuring MD HROD decision making is compliant with the Bank's internal legal framework. - Business Partnerships ? Ensuring the Bank's leadership are well supported in implementing people initiatives and organisational change, guided and advised with a focus on business goals and HROD best practice. - Diversity & Inclusion ? Overseeing the development & implementation of DEI initiatives to create a more inclusive and equitable working environment. Also directing actions to support employee mental and physical health. - General - Horizon scanning around the future of work, considering impacts of external factors, technological innovation, and emerging policy areas. - Driving HROD support of strategic bankwide projects, particularly those related to the design of the organisation. - Taking a leading role in the Bank's response to major disruptions or crises. - Functional leadership of the HROD department, ensuring it has the capabilities and is designed to deliver as an effective and modern team, able to quickly respond to changing priorities to meet business needs. - Providing strategic advice and guidance directly to the President, and other members of the executive committee where relevant. - Accountable for the engagement and effective overall management of relevant staff including recruitment, compensation, performance management, coaching and development, and enhancing staff's sense of engagement. - Championing and role modelling the Bank's Workplace Behaviours and Behavioural Competencies, ensuring adherence within the team(s) so that the highest standards of integrity and ethical conduct are exhibited at all times.   Knowledge, Skills, Experience & Qualification - Extensive track record in senior leadership roles within a multinational organisation, preferably financial services. - Highly developed strategic thinking and planning skills, with demonstratable success at translating strategies into plans and delivery, aligned with long-term business goals. - Deep expertise in Human Resources and Organisational Development, or equivalent expertise in a closely related business field, with evidence of successful organisation-wide experience in driving strategic people and organisational development topics. - A clear and evident passion for and successful track record of driving organisational success through people. - Strong business acumen, with a background in understanding business operations and financial principles. - Exhibits sound judgement and the highest standards of integrity, enabling them to make principled, balanced decisions in complex and sensitive situations while fostering trust and credibility across all levels of the organisation. - Ability to problem solve complex issues, utilising exceptional judgement and data/evidence to reach sound conclusions. - Demonstrated sensitivity and adaptability in diverse, multicultural environments. - Strong experience of leading organisational change and transformation, track record of driving innovation and re-imagining established ways of working. - Advanced leadership skills, with the personal authority and positive energy to effectively harness the cooperation of key stakeholders and teams across the Bank. - Adept in people management, with experience of successfully managing large functions and evidence of building high performing teams. - Exceptional stakeholder management, communication, and interpersonal skills, with a strong ability to influence and negotiate. Tangible evidence of successfully building relationships and strong networks, internally & externally, at all levels. - Solid understanding of the Bank's mandate, mission and positioning, with an interest in international finance and development. - Degree or post-graduate degree in Human Resource Management (or related field), or equivalent career experience.   Please note that we are working with an external search firm in the recruitment for this position. By applying for this position you are consenting to your details being shared with this third party. If you have any queries in relation to this role, please mention in the email subject "EBRD Managing Director, Human Resources & Organisational Development (HROD) " and contact .   What is it like to work at the EBRD? / About EBRD  Our agile and innovative approach is what makes life at the EBRD a unique experience! You will be part of a pioneering and diverse international organisation, and use your talents to make a real difference to people's lives and help shape the future of the regions we invest in.   At EBRD, our Values ? Inclusiveness, Innovation, Trust, and Responsibility ? are at the heart of how we work. We bring these to life through our Workplace Behaviours: listening well and speaking up, collaborating smartly, acting decisively with full commitment, and simplifying to amplify our impact. These principles shape our culture and define our success. We seek individuals who not only share these values but are also committed to embedding them in their daily work, fostering a positive and high-performing environment.  The EBRD environment provides you with:  - Varied, stimulating and engaging work that gives you an opportunity to interact with a wide range of experts in the financial, political, public and private sectors across the regions we invest in.  - A working culture that embraces inclusion and celebrates diversity. Our workforce reflects a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, bringing fresh ideas, energy, and innovation and enhancing our ability to serve our clients, shareholders, and counterparties effectively. - A hybrid workplace that offers flexibility to teams and individuals; that is based on trust, flexibility and connectedness.  - An environment that places sustainability, equality and digital transformation at the heart of what we do.  - A workplace that prioritises employee wellbeing and provides a comprehensive suite of competitive benefits.  Diversity is one of the Bank's core values which are at the heart of everything it does.  As such, the EBRD seeks to ensure that everyone is treated with respect and given equal opportunities and works in an inclusive environment. The EBRD encourages all qualified candidates who are nationals of the EBRD member countries to apply regardless of their racial, ethnic, religious and cultural background, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, socio-economic background or disability.    Please note, that due to the high volume of applications received, we regret to inform you that we are unable to provide detailed feedback to candidates who have not been shortlisted (for further consideration).    Right to Work in the UK: Swiss nationals (and all other non-UK employees) can work in the UK without a Visa - working at the EBRD gives all employees "exempt status". The Bank however encourages all non-UK employees to obtain an Exempt Vignette (EV) prior to relocating to the UK, as without an EV you may face more questions at Border Control and when required to show evidence of their exempt status when renting accommodation under the Right to Rent legislation. 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The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) is a multilateral development bank whose mission is Financing Infrastructure for Tomorrow in Asia and beyondinfrastructure with sustainability at its core. We began operations in Beijing in 2016 and have since grown to 110 approved members worldwide. We are capitalized at USD100 billion and AAA-rated by the major international credit rating agencies. Collaborating with partners, AIIB meets clients' needs by unlocking new capital and investing in infrastructure that is green, technology-enabled, and promotes regional connectivity. The Sectors, Themes, and Finance Solutions Department (STF) drives the development of technical excellence and expansion of financing knowledge across sectors and themes to support AIIB's sovereign and non-sovereign investment operations. It performs a forward-looking role in shaping the direction and impact of AIIB investment operations, initiating and carrying out upstream work to support and incubate new initiatives, in frontier technologies, public–private partnership (PPP) advisory, and other productive sectors. STF focuses on ensuring that the investment operations fully align with the Bank's corporate strategy and support the Client Departments (CDs) in implementing relevant sectoral strategies and thematic priorities to maximize the development impact. It plays a leading role in introducing and operationalizing new products and financing modalities before they are mainstreamed by the CDs. STF represents the Bank in international forums to discuss sectoral, thematic, and financing issues, establishing and branding AIIB as a premier development institution by actively networking with other development partners and contributing to the global development agenda. STF contributes to cross-bank roles, including reporting, branding, and upstream engagement. The Manager – Climate Change and Nature reports directly to the Director General of STF and will be responsible for managing and coordinating climate- and nature-related projects, policies, and initiatives, ensuring AIIB's commitment to dedicate ≥50% annual financing to climate by 2030 and alignment with the Paris Agreement. The role will involve leading and managing operational tasks and overseeing the implementation of strategic goals related to the nature and ecosystem protection and climate resilience. This position will also serve as STF's focal point for climate and nature themes.   Responsibilities: A. Strategic Leadership and Oversight - Lead and manage cross-functional teams focused on climate change and nature solutions. - Develop and implement strategies to integrate nature and climate-change goals into projects, ensuring a coherent approach that aligns with the Bank's Climate Change Action Plan and thematic priorities. - Support the Director General of STF in advancing strategic priorities related to climate change operationalization, climate economics, and climate investment funds. B. Project Management and Implementation - Oversee and monitor operations related to climate and nature, ensuring alignment of these operations with corporate commitment and the Bank's guidelines. - Implement climate risk screening for 100% of projects. - Provide technical and operational guidance on projects related to climate change adaptation and mitigation and nature-based solutions. - Work with local and international stakeholders to ensure that projects are implemented effectively, with measurable indicators on climate resilience and natural resources. C. Policy and Strategy Development - Contribute to the formulation of policies and strategies related to climate and nature solutions at global, regional, and national levels. - Ensure the integration of innovative, evidence-based approaches to climate adaptation, mitigation, and nature solutions in lending operations. - Collaborate with the Strategy, Policy and Budget Department to incorporate climate commitment and nature solutions into corporate frameworks. D. Knowledge Management and Capacity Building - Lead the development and dissemination of knowledge products, including reports, case studies, and guidelines on climate and nature solutions. - Build internal and external capacities through training, workshops, and events aimed at sharing the best practices and lessons learned in climate and nature solutions. - Ensure that the team remains current with the up-to-date technical expertise and stay at the forefront of global development in climate change adaptation, mitigation, and nature solutions. E. Stakeholder Engagement and Partnership Development - Engage with governments, development partners, knowledge institutions, NGOs, and the private sector to facilitate collaboration on climate and nature solutions. - Develop partnerships and mobilize resources to support climate and nature finance initiatives. - Represent the Bank at international forums, conferences, and meetings related to climate change and nature solutions. F. Monitoring, Reporting, and Evaluation - Develop and implement robust systems for monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness and impact of climate and nature. - Lead the team to contribute to the activities of the joint MDB climate and nature working groups and the relevant joint MDB publications, including the annual climate finance report. - Represent and coordinate Investment Operations in the sustainability reporting working group. - Provide regular updates and reports on progress, challenges, and lessons learned.   Requirements: - Master's Degree or equivalent in environmental science, climate change, natural resources management, sustainable development, or a related field. - At least 15 years of relevant experience in climate change, natural resources management, or environmental policy, with a proven track record of leading complex, cross-functional teams. - Experience in managing climate-related projects, particularly those with an emphasis on natural resources, ecosystems, and biodiversity. - Strong knowledge of global climate change frameworks, including the Paris Agreement, Nationally Determined Contributions, and climate finance mechanisms. - Experience in managing large-scale international projects, particularly in developing countries, is highly desirable. - Proven ability to collaborate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders, including governments, private sector partners, NGOs, and international organizations. - Ability to think strategically, analyze complex problems, and develop innovative solutions in the context of climate and natural resources management. - Strong leadership skills with experience managing multidisciplinary teams across various geographical and cultural contexts. - Exceptional written and verbal communication skills in English. Fluency in other languages is a plus. - Expertise in managing multiple projects simultaneously, including budget management, scheduling, and stakeholder engagement. - Strong analytical and research skills, with the ability to use data and evidence to inform decision-making. - Ability to negotiate effectively and build partnerships with key stakeholders, including international donors, governments, and the private sector. - Familiarity with global climate finance mechanisms, including Green Climate Fund, Adaptation Fund, and Global Environment Facility. AIIB is committed to diversity, transparency and inclusion. We believe our strength comes from having a team with the right diverse skills, experiences, and abilities selected through a merit-based competitive process. We actively encourage applications from people from both within and outside AIIB members, regardless of nationality, religion, gender, race, disability, or sexual orientation. Previous experience and qualifications will determine the grade and job title at which successful applicants will enter AIIB. Join us and help create a prosperous and sustainable Asia while growing your career in a diverse and innovative environment.   How cinfo Can Support You in the Application Process for This Position - Application and Interview Preparation: Whether you're preparing your application documents or getting ready for an interview, you can book a [Job Application Support](https://www.cinfo.ch/en/individuals/get-support/career-support-in-international-cooperation/job-application-support-in-international-cooperation) session to receive tailored guidance. - For Swiss nationals invited to the first round of the selection process (e.g., written test, interview, assessment center): Notify us at recruitment@cinfo.ch, and we will inform our HR partners in the respective organization and the Swiss Government to help increase your visibility. 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The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) is a multilateral development bank whose mission is Financing Infrastructure for Tomorrow in Asia and beyond-infrastructure with sustainability at its core. We began operations in Beijing in 2016 and have since grown to 110 approved members worldwide. We are capitalized at USD100 billion and AAA-rated by the major international credit rating agencies. Collaborating with partners, AIIB meets clients' needs by unlocking new capital and investing in infrastructure that is green, technology-enabled and promotes regional connectivity. The Manager, Board Operations plays a crucial role in ensuring the efficiency and effectiveness of the Board's operations and engagement. Reporting to the Director General and Assistant Corporate Secretary, this role is responsible for facilitating and ensuring strict compliance of the Board's operations with the legal framework of the Bank's multilateral governance.   Responsibilities: - Facilitate Board engagement by ensuring structured, transparent, and informed interactions and engagement between the Board and Bank Management. - Support the Board in exercising its governance duties, and oversee Board operations to ensure decision-making processes and governance initiatives are carried out efficiently. - Manage Board meetings and Committee sessions, including preparing agendas, official minutes, and summary records, in line with AIIB procedures. - Support the delegation process of investment projects, ensuring clear communication between the Board and Management. - Facilitate the election and appointment process for Board Directors and members of Board Committees. - Develop and implement constituency capacity-building programs, and facilitate constituency meetings to strengthen Board engagement and stakeholder communication. - Oversee the budgeting, implementation, and review of financial support for capacity-building initiatives related to governance. - Research and advise on best practices in corporate governance and Board operations. - Lead a lean team, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement in Board operations efficiency.   Requirements: - Minimum 15 years of relevant working experience with international financial institutions, private sector companies and/or public-sector organizations. - Master's degree or equivalent in political science, international relations, law, business, finance, economics, or any other relevant discipline. - Deep insight and rich experience in corporate governance. - Excellent communication skills, with the ability to influence senior stakeholders through diplomacy. - Highly motivated, with proven leadership capability. - Ability to lead the team to manage multiple workstreams, with excellent project management skills and attention to detail. - Ability to lead a diverse team in a multicultural workplace. - Excellent written and oral English language skills. AIIB is committed to diversity, transparency and inclusion. We believe our strength comes from having a team with the right diverse skills, experiences, and abilities selected through a merit-based competitive process. We actively encourage applications from people from both within and outside AIIB members, regardless of nationality, religion, gender, race, disability, or sexual orientation. Previous experience and qualifications will determine the grade and job title at which successful applicants will enter AIIB. Join us and help create a prosperous and sustainable Asia while growing your career in a diverse and innovative environment.   How cinfo Can Support You in the Application Process for This Position - Application and Interview Preparation: Whether you're preparing your application documents or getting ready for an interview, you can book a [Job Application Support](https://www.cinfo.ch/en/individuals/get-support/career-support-in-international-cooperation/job-application-support-in-international-cooperation) session to receive tailored guidance. - For Swiss nationals invited to the first round of the selection process (e.g., written test, interview, assessment center): Notify us at recruitment@cinfo.ch, and we will inform our HR partners in the respective organization and the Swiss Government to help increase your visibility. "Important Application Information: Please submit your application only via the official website of the hiring organization or by using the "Apply" button on CinfoPoste, which will redirect you to the organization's application site. Applications submitted through other job portals will not be forwarded to the respective organization and will not be considered. To ensure your application reaches the right destination, always follow the official application process as indicated in the job posting."

Purpose of Job The Managing Director, Human Resources and Organisational Development (MDHROD) provides a pivotal leadership role across the Bank in visioning, shaping and executing the Bank's people strategy. As the senior-most HR executive, the MDHROD is responsible for overseeing all aspects of people strategy and ensuring that HROD policies and practices align with the Bank's strategic objectives, values and business goals. The MDHROD also acts as a key decision-maker in sensitive employee relations matters in accordance with internal governance procedures. The MDHROD must demonstrate exceptional sound judgement and unwavering integrity, consistently navigating complex organisational challenges with discretion, fairness, and a principled approach that upholds the Bank's behaviours and values, fostering trust across all levels of leadership and staff.   Background The MD, HROD is responsible for the HROD strategy and implementation across the Bank. Reporting to the Vice-President, CTO for policy issues, it ensures that HROD is a strategic enabler and contributor to the Bank's business and transformation goals whilst retaining full responsibility for individual HR decision making MDHROD interacts with ExCom, the Budget and Administrative Affairs Committee (BAAC) and the Board for the elaboration of the People Strategy for the Bank, including securing of reward budgets, senior hiring and the HROD budget. The role is responsible for all functional areas of HROD, as follows: - Business Partnering - supporting the Bank's leadership in meeting changing business needs. - Reward – providing staff with a reward package which is market competitive. - Talent Acquisition – identifying, attracting and recruiting top talent. - Talent & Performance Management – deploying, developing and engaging people aligned to business needs. - Diversity & Inclusion – ensuring the Bank builds on its strong diverse & inclusive culture. - Organisational Design – guiding the business on designing work according to evolving needs. - Employee Relations & People Solutions & Advisory – fostering positive working relationships and ensuring equitable practices. - HR Operations, Data & Systems – enabling efficient HR activities and data analytics. - Transformation – Delivering HROD transformation to optimise the HROD function and support a future fit workforce. - MD HROD is a member of the Bank's Crisis Management Team, Programme Steering Board, as well as, as required, a number of committees of the Bank.   Accountabilities & Responsibilities - Strategic Organisational Direction: Setting HROD strategic direction and people priorities in line with Bank-wide goals and objectives. Leading and overseeing programmes and initiatives to enable the HR and OD aspects of the Bank's Strategic Capital Framework. - Overall People Agenda: Developing and overseeing implementation of the Bank's people plan, fostering a positive and productive work environment guided by the Bank's Workplace Behaviours. - Talent: Ensuring effective strategies and approaches are in place to attract, deploy, develop, and engage people with the required capabilities to meet the Bank's current and future needs. Focusing holistically on future skills, talent planning, leadership capability, mobility, and staff development to maximise organisational, team and individual performance. - Operations, Data, Systems & Transformation: Through larger scale transformation initiatives (e.g. HR System Implementations) and ongoing continuous improvement initiatives, ensuring HROD's delivery is fully optimised and efficient. Responsible for ensuring the smooth provision of operational activities and insightful people analytics data to the Bank to improve decision making. - Reward: Ensuring a comprehensive Reward framework is in place, and reviewed to remain robust and responsive to the Bank's evolving needs, focusing on communications framed around transparency and total reward. Ensuring a job structure exists for organising and managing the Bank's roles. - Workforce Planning: Overseeing HROD's approach to workforce planning, both in terms of aligning talent with current operational business needs, and long-term strategic workforce planning to ensure relevant strategies for future focused talent acquisition and development are in place, and resources are engaged and deployed to underpin flexibility and organisational resilience. - Employee Relations: Directing and overseeing the implementation of initiatives and policies (eg Respectful Workplace Procedure) to promote a positive employee relations landscape, ensuring staff/ managers are encouraged to access expert resources when disputes/ conflicts/ issues arise. Maintaining effective collaboration with the Bank's Staff Council. Ensuring MD HROD decision making is compliant with the Bank's internal legal framework. - Business Partnerships – Ensuring the Bank's leadership are well supported in implementing people initiatives and organisational change, guided and advised with a focus on business goals and HROD best practice. - Diversity & Inclusion – Overseeing the development & implementation of DEI initiatives to create a more inclusive and equitable working environment. Also directing actions to support employee mental and physical health. - General - Horizon scanning around the future of work, considering impacts of external factors, technological innovation, and emerging policy areas. - Driving HROD support of strategic bankwide projects, particularly those related to the design of the organisation. - Taking a leading role in the Bank's response to major disruptions or crises. - Functional leadership of the HROD department, ensuring it has the capabilities and is designed to deliver as an effective and modern team, able to quickly respond to changing priorities to meet business needs. - Providing strategic advice and guidance directly to the President, and other members of the executive committee where relevant. - Accountable for the engagement and effective overall management of relevant staff including recruitment, compensation, performance management, coaching and development, and enhancing staff's sense of engagement. - Championing and role modelling the Bank's Workplace Behaviours and Behavioural Competencies, ensuring adherence within the team(s) so that the highest standards of integrity and ethical conduct are exhibited at all times.   Knowledge, Skills, Experience & Qualifications - Extensive track record in senior leadership roles within a multinational organisation, preferably financial services. - Highly developed strategic thinking and planning skills, with demonstratable success at translating strategies into plans and delivery, aligned with long-term business goals. - Deep expertise in Human Resources and Organisational Development, or equivalent expertise in a closely related business field, with evidence of successful organisation-wide experience in driving strategic people and organisational development topics. - A clear and evident passion for and successful track record of driving organisational success through people. - Strong business acumen, with a background in understanding business operations and financial principles. - Exhibits sound judgement and the highest standards of integrity, enabling them to make principled, balanced decisions in complex and sensitive situations while fostering trust and credibility across all levels of the organisation. - Ability to problem solve complex issues, utilising exceptional judgement and data/evidence to reach sound conclusions. - Demonstrated sensitivity and adaptability in diverse, multicultural environments. - Strong experience of leading organisational change and transformation, track record of driving innovation and re-imagining established ways of working. - Advanced leadership skills, with the personal authority and positive energy to effectively harness the cooperation of key stakeholders and teams across the Bank. - Adept in people management, with experience of successfully managing large functions and evidence of building high performing teams. - Exceptional stakeholder management, communication, and interpersonal skills, with a strong ability to influence and negotiate. Tangible evidence of successfully building relationships and strong networks, internally & externally, at all levels. - Solid understanding of the Bank's mandate, mission and positioning, with an interest in international finance and development. - Degree or post-graduate degree in Human Resource Management (or related field), or equivalent career experience. Please note that we are working with an external search firm in the recruitment for this position. By applying for this position you are consenting to your details being shared with this third party. If you have any queries in relation to this role, please mention in the email subject "EBRD Managing Director, Human Resources & Organisational Development (HROD) " and contact Belinda.Beck@saxbam.com.   What is it like to work at the EBRD? / About EBRD  Our agile and innovative approach is what makes life at the EBRD a unique experience! You will be part of a pioneering and diverse international organisation, and use your talents to make a real difference to people's lives and help shape the future of the regions we invest in.   At EBRD, our Values – Inclusiveness, Innovation, Trust, and Responsibility – are at the heart of how we work. We bring these to life through our Workplace Behaviours: listening well and speaking up, collaborating smartly, acting decisively with full commitment, and simplifying to amplify our impact. These principles shape our culture and define our success. We seek individuals who not only share these values but are also committed to embedding them in their daily work, fostering a positive and high-performing environment.  The EBRD environment provides you with:  - Varied, stimulating and engaging work that gives you an opportunity to interact with a wide range of experts in the financial, political, public and private sectors across the regions we invest in.  - A working culture that embraces inclusion and celebrates diversity. Our workforce reflects a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, bringing fresh ideas, energy, and innovation and enhancing our ability to serve our clients, shareholders, and counterparties effectively. - A hybrid workplace that offers flexibility to teams and individuals; that is based on trust, flexibility and connectedness.  - An environment that places sustainability, equality and digital transformation at the heart of what we do.  - A workplace that prioritises employee wellbeing and provides a comprehensive suite of competitive benefits.    Diversity is one of the Bank's core values which are at the heart of everything it does.  As such, the EBRD seeks to ensure that everyone is treated with respect and given equal opportunities and works in an inclusive environment. The EBRD encourages all qualified candidates who are nationals of the EBRD member countries to apply regardless of their racial, ethnic, religious and cultural background, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, socio-economic background or disability.    Please note, that due to the high volume of applications received, we regret to inform you that we are unable to provide detailed feedback to candidates who have not been shortlisted (for further consideration).    Right to Work in the UK: Swiss nationals (and all other non-UK employees) can work in the UK without a Visa - working at the EBRD gives all employees "exempt status". The Bank however encourages all non-UK employees to obtain an Exempt Vignette (EV) prior to relocating to the UK, as without an EV you may face more questions at Border Control and when required to show evidence of their exempt status when renting accommodation under the Right to Rent legislation. The application process may take 3 – 4 weeks approx. outside of the UK.    How cinfo Can Support You in the Application Process for This Position - Application and Interview Preparation: Whether you're preparing your application documents or getting ready for an interview, you can book a [Job Application Support](https://www.cinfo.ch/en/individuals/get-support/career-support-in-international-cooperation/job-application-support-in-international-cooperation) session to receive tailored guidance. - For Swiss nationals invited to the first round of the selection process (e.g., written test, interview, assessment center): Notify us at recruitment@cinfo.ch, and we will inform our HR partners in the respective organization and the Swiss Government to help increase your visibility. 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The Directorate of Education, Innovation, Youth, Sports, Arts and Culture in Kavango West is a regional office of the Ministry of Education in Namibia. Its mission is to ensure inclusive, equitable, and quality education for all learners in the region. With approx. 47,500 learners and 2,000 teachers in 178 schools, the Directorate plays a crucial role in shaping education in a region with one of the lowest average household incomes in Namibia. To strengthen its management and support services, we are looking for a committed professional to join as a Management Advisor.   Your activities / tasks The Comundo Country Programme in Namibia contributes significantly to a better education for all children and youth. To achieve this goal, we collaborate with the regional Directorates of Education, for this assignment in the Kavango West Region in northern Namibia.  Among others, you will be responsible for the following tasks: - Trainings on general business administration such as human resources, finance, project management, digitalisation, internal communication, and leadership - Support the creation, improvement, and implementation of suitable processes in the public administration - Improvement of periodic reports and monitoring tools for better controlling - Plan, organise and conduct trainings where suitable - Contribute to improved efficiency and service quality in administration (timely salary payments, financial inspections, recruitment, reporting).   Your profile - Degree in business administration or equivalent - Work experience in human resources and/or financial administration and management - Experience in training of trainers, workshop facilitation, monitoring, and evaluation - Excellent computer literacy - Good interpersonal and communication skills - Very good knowledge of written and oral English General requirements - Completed vocational or tertiary education - At least 2 years of professional experience - Resident in Switzerland or EU - Intercultural competencies and the ability to act in diverse contexts - Good physical and mental health - Basic knowledge in project management, institutional development, and adult education welcome - Ability to work independently and in a team - High social skills and intercultural sensitivity - You are motivated to live a simple lifestyle - You are prepared to contribute to public relations and fundraising for Comundo

UNICEF works in over 190 countries and territories to save children's lives, defend their rights, and help them fulfill their potential, from early childhood through adolescence. At UNICEF, we are committed, passionate, and proud of what we do for as long as we are needed. Promoting the rights of every child is not just a job ? it is a calling. UNICEF is a place where careers are built: we offer our staff diverse opportunities for professional and personal development that will help them reinforce a sense of purpose while serving children and communities across the world. We welcome everyone who wants to belong and grow in a diverse and passionate culture, coupled with an attractive compensation and benefits package. Visit our website to learn more about what we do at UNICEF.   For every child, A VISION Education Cannot Wait (ECW) is the global fund for education in emergencies and protracted crises. As established in its Hosting Agreement with UNICEF and detailed in the ECW Operational Manual, the Fund is governed by two interlinked bodies: a High-Level Steering Group (HLSG), which provides strategic direction and political leadership; and an Executive Committee (ExCom), which oversees operational and financial decision-making. The ECW Secretariat, hosted by UNICEF, is responsible for the day-to-day implementation of the Fund's strategy, coordination of partners, delivery of results, and accountability to governance bodies. The Director of ECW leads the Secretariat and serves as the primary executive responsible for implementing the Fund's strategy, policies, and investments. The Director plays a central role in translating global commitments into tangible results for crisis-affected children and youth, overseeing all aspects of ECW's operations, partnerships, and performance. The Director reports to UNICEF for administrative purposes and is accountable to the HLSG Chair for implementation of the ECW workplan and budget, in close consultation with the Chair(s) of the ExCom, as per the Hosting Agreement.   How can you make a difference?  The Director provides strategic leadership to ensure ECW delivers on its mandate to mobilize political commitment and financial resources to deliver safe, inclusive, quality education for children and youth affected by conflict, displacement, and disasters. The Director leads a multi-disciplinary team and oversees implementation of ECW's investments, including multi-year programme, emergency funding mechanisms, and catalytic initiatives. As a non-resident fund without legal personality, ECW depends on strong leadership to maintain a coherent vision, accountability to partners, and impact at country level through joint efforts with UN agencies, civil society, host governments, and donors. The Director plays a key representational role in positioning ECW within the global aid and multilateral architecture, ensuring alignment with broader education, humanitarian, and development priorities.   Key functions, accountabilities and related duties/tasks: The Director of Education Cannot Wait is responsible for the strategic, operational, financial, and managerial leadership of the Fund. The Director leads the Secretariat and ensures the effective implementation of ECW's strategy, in line with guidance from the High-Level Steering Group (HLSG) and Executive Committee (ExCom), and in accordance with the Operational Manual and Hosting Agreement between UNICEF and ECW. 1. Strategic Leadership and Governance Support - Provide overall vision and strategic leadership to guide ECW's priorities, policies, and delivery models. - Support the HLSG in fulfilling its role as the strategic oversight and political leadership body of ECW. - Support the ExCom in reviewing and approving operational plans, budgets, investment decisions, and policy frameworks. - Ensure timely reporting, documentation, and high-quality inputs to enable governance bodies to make informed decisions. - Implement decisions and recommendations of the HLSG and ExCom, ensuring accountability and follow-through. 2. Secretariat Management and Operational Oversight - Lead and manage the ECW Secretariat, ensuring effective coordination across functions including programme support, partnerships, finance, grant management, monitoring and evaluation, and communications. - Ensure internal coherence, staff performance management, and team wellbeing within a results-based and values-driven culture. - Oversee operational systems and processes to ensure efficiency, compliance with UNICEF rules, and delivery on ECW's workplan. - Manage risk, safeguard integrity, and ensure fiduciary oversight across all activities and country-level investments. 3. Programme Oversight and Results Delivery - Ensure effective design, implementation, and monitoring of ECW's investments, including the Multi-Year Resilience Programmes (MYRPs), First Emergency Response (FER) grants, and other strategic initiatives. - Oversee development of investment guidelines, quality assurance processes, and monitoring systems to track delivery and impact. - Champion innovation and learning to improve ECW's delivery model and catalytic role in the education in emergencies sector. 4. Resource Mobilization and Financial Stewardship - Lead the development and execution of a global resource mobilization strategy for the next strategic phase 2027-2030 in coordination with the HLSG Chair and ExCom. - Cultivate partnerships with traditional and non-traditional donors, including governments, philanthropic foundations, and the private sector. - Ensure effective management of ECW's financial resources in accordance with approved budgets and donor agreements. - Report transparently to governance bodies and donors on ECW's financial status, fundraising performance, and return on investment. 5. Partnerships, Advocacy, and Representation - Serve as the principal representative of ECW to governments, donors, multilateral organizations, civil society, and the private sector. - Promote ECW's visibility, credibility, and influence within the broader global education, humanitarian, and development communities. - Foster alignment with key partners, including the Global Partnership for Education, UN agencies, international NGOs, and youth-led organizations. - Advocate for education in emergencies as a political and financing priority in global fora. 6. Hosting and Institutional Relationship Management - Serve as the focal point for the relationship between ECW and UNICEF, the hosting entity, ensuring mutual accountability and alignment. - Ensure Secretariat staff operate in full compliance with UNICEF's administrative, legal, and financial frameworks. - Liaise with relevant UNICEF divisions and offices to facilitate administrative support, HR services, and financial operations.   To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have? The Director of ECW must demonstrate exceptional capabilities in strategic leadership, partnership engagement, fundraising, and advocacy, while managing a high-performing Secretariat in a complex, politically sensitive, and results-driven environment. The role requires sound judgment, adaptive leadership, and a relentless focus on delivering results for crisis-affected children and youth. Strategic Leadership and Vision - Ability to define and drive a bold vision for education in emergencies and protracted crises within a shifting global aid landscape. - Capacity to lead long-term strategy development and translate global goals into implementable priorities, aligned with ECW's governance framework. - Aptitude for steering organizational positioning within the broader multilateral and global education architecture.  Resource Mobilization and Advocacy - Strong record of success in mobilizing substantial financial resources from governments, philanthropic institutions, and the private sector. - Ability to design and lead multi-year fundraising campaigns, articulate compelling investment cases, and build sustained donor confidence. - A credible and persuasive public voice who can speak with authority and inspiration on global stages, in media, and in political settings to elevate the cause of education in crisis contexts. - Proven ability to align political advocacy with technical objectives and funding strategies. Stakeholder Engagement and Political Acumen - Diplomatic skill and political sensitivity to navigate governance dynamics and multi-stakeholder partnerships at global and national levels. - Capacity to build strategic alliances and foster collective ownership among donors, host countries, UN agencies, civil society, and youth organizations. - Experience in engaging high-level political leadership, including ministers, UN principals, and parliamentary champions. Management and Organizational Leadership - Demonstrated success in leading diverse, high-performing teams across disciplines and geographies. - Ability to foster a values-based, inclusive, and results-oriented workplace culture. - Experience in managing institutional change, organizational development, and performance frameworks. Results-Based Programme and Financial Oversight - Strong command of programme design, grant management, risk mitigation, and results-based management systems. - Experience overseeing large, multi-partner investment portfolios with a focus on accountability, impact, and learning. - Financial acumen to align strategic priorities with budget realities and donor reporting obligations. Resilience, Integrity, and Accountability - Personal resilience and ability to lead under pressure, in politically complex and high-stakes environments. - Demonstrated integrity, ethical judgment, and adherence to transparency and safeguarding principles. - Commitment to the core values and humanitarian principles of the United Nations and UNICEF, including equity, inclusion, and sustainability.   Minimum requirements: - Education: Master's degree (or equivalent) in one or more of the following disciplines: social sciences, business administration or management, public administration, education, or other related fields. First level university degree may be considered with two  additional years of experience. - Work Experience: A minimum of 13 years of progressively responsible experience that combines strategic and managerial leadership in administration, business management, planning and operations in a large international and/or corporate/social enterprise organization. Experience working with diverse stakeholder groups or multi-stakeholder partnerships is highly desirable.  - Language Requirements: Fluency in English. Another U.N. working language is an asset. Desirables: - Proven ability to deliver results in complex emergencies, ensuring timely, high-quality, and coordinated education investments. - Strong strategic advisory skills to support governance bodies with evidence-based decision-making. - Credibility in resource mobilization and accountability, with the capacity to sustain and grow donor confidence. - Exceptional partnership-building and political acumen to leverage UN, government, civil society, and private sector collaboration for collective impact. - Global leadership stature to position ECW as a credible and complementary actor within the international education and humanitarian landscape.   For every Child, you demonstrate... UNICEF's Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust and Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF Values The UNICEF competencies required for this post are? (1) Builds and maintains partnerships (2) Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness (3) Drive to achieve results for impact (4) Innovates and embraces change (5) Manages ambiguity and complexity (6) Thinks and acts strategically (7) Works collaboratively with others  (8)  Nurtures, Leads and Manages People Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels. UNICEF promotes and advocates for the protection of the rights of every child, everywhere, in everything it does and is mandated to support the realization of the rights of every child, including those most disadvantaged, and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, minority, or any other status. UNICEF encourages applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, nationality, religious or ethnic backgrounds, and from people with disabilities, including neurodivergence. We offer a wide range of benefits to our staff, including paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF provides reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment process. If you require any accommodation, please submit your request through the accessibility email button on the UNICEF Careers webpage Accessibility | UNICEF. Should you be shortlisted, please get in touch with the recruiter directly to share further details, enabling us to make the necessary arrangements in advance. UNICEF does not hire candidates who are married to children (persons under 18). UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities. UNICEF is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check, and selected candidates with disabilities may be requested to submit supporting documentation in relation to their disability confidentially. UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance.  Issuance of a visa by the host country of the duty station is required for IP positions and will be facilitated by UNICEF. Appointments may also be subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid). Should you be selected for a position with UNICEF, you either must be inoculated as required or receive a medical exemption from the relevant department of the UN. Otherwise, the selection will be canceled.   Remarks: As per Article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. UNICEF is committed to fostering an inclusive, representative, and welcoming workforce.  Government employees who are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government positions before taking up an assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained, or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason.  UNICEF does not charge a processing fee at any stage of its recruitment, selection, and hiring processes (i.e., application stage, interview stage, validation stage, or appointment and training). UNICEF will not ask for applicants' bank account information. In this role, you will collaborate with colleagues across multiple locations. For effective collaboration, we encourage flexible working hours that accommodate different time zones while prioritizing staff wellbeing. Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with UNICEF and an underlying premise of the international civil service. Humanitarian action is a cross-cutting priority within UNICEF's Strategic Plan. UNICEF is committed to stay and deliver in humanitarian contexts. Therefore, all staff, at all levels across all functional areas, can be called upon to be deployed to support humanitarian response, contributing to both strengthening resilience of communities and capacity of national authorities. All UNICEF positions are advertised, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process. An internal candidate performing at the level of the post in the relevant functional area, or an internal/external candidate in the corresponding Talent Group, may be selected, if suitable for the post, without assessment of other candidates. 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The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) is a multilateral development bank whose mission is Financing Infrastructure for Tomorrow in Asia and beyondinfrastructure with sustainability at its core. We began operations in Beijing in 2016 and have since grown to 110 approved members worldwide. We are capitalized at USD100 billion and AAA-rated by the major international credit rating agencies. Collaborating with partners, AIIB meets clients' needs by unlocking new capital and investing in infrastructure that is green, technology-enabled, and promotes regional connectivity. The Sectors, Themes and Finance Solutions Department (STF) plays a pivotal role in advancing technical excellence and expanding financing knowledge across sectors and themes to support both sovereign and nonsovereign investment operations at AIIB. STF provides forward-looking strategic guidance, shaping the direction and impact of AIIB's operations by spearheading upstream work, fostering new initiatives in frontier technologies, and offering PPP advisory services. The department ensures that AIIB's investment operations align fully with the Bank's corporate strategy while supporting Client Departments (CDs) in executing sectoral strategies and thematic priorities to maximize development impact. STF is also at the forefront of introducing and operationalizing new financial products and modalities, such as the recently established Climate-Focused Policy-Based Financing (CPBF) instrument, before these are mainstreamed by the CDs. Additionally, STF represents AIIB in international forums on sectoral, thematic, and financial issues, helping establish the Bank's global reputation as a leading development institution through active networking with partners and contributing to global development agendas. The Manager - Sectors and Themes will report directly to the Director General of STF and lead a team of professionals to drive technical excellence and strategic alignment across AIIB's sovereign and nonsovereign operations. This role is accountable for managing sector/thematic projects, policies, and initiatives to ensure that they advance the Bank's corporate strategy. The Manager will serve as the primary focal point for the assigned sectors and themes, overseeing operational implementation of strategic goals and fostering cross-departmental coordination to maximize development impact.   Responsibilities: A. Strategic Leadership and Team Management - Lead, mentor, and develop a team of sector and theme specialists to implement the Bank's strategies through research, analytics, and knowledge products. - Drive innovative solutions (e.g., sub-sector initiatives) to maximize AIIB's operational impact. B. Cross-Departmental Coordination - Coordinate closely with the Strategy, Policy and Budget Department, CDs, and other departments in the Bank to align sector strategies with corporate policies, business models, and results frameworks. - Organize regular knowledge exchanges to disseminate strategy insights across departments. C. Strategy Development, Implementation, and Reporting - Refine sector/thematic strategies to ensure alignment with member needs and AIIB's objectives. - Screen and review project proposals for financing, supporting Vice President, Investment Solutions (VPIS) in Screening Committee and Investment Committee governance. - Work with other verticals within STF to provide upstream support for investment projects and execute innovative projects before mainstreaming by CDs. - Monitor and report the sector strategies implementation update. D. Partnerships and Global Engagement - Forge partnerships with development agencies, governments, and private-sector stakeholders. - Represent AIIB in international forums to advance sector/thematic priorities and enhance the Bank's brand. E. Policy Integration and Quality Assurance - Harmonize operational policies/directives across departments to ensure coherence. - Oversee quality assurance for investment operations to ensure compliance with AIIB standards.   Requirements: - Master's degree or equivalent in economics, finance, public policy, business administration, or related fields. - Minimum 15 years of experience in multilateral development banks (MDBs) or international financial institutions, with proven operational leadership in infrastructure finance, project development, and/or strategy implementation. - Track record in designing/executing corporate or sector strategies and financing solutions within MDB frameworks. - Experience in managing cross-departmental initiatives. - Proficiency in project screening, quality assurance, and results-based management. - Demonstrated ability to lead multicultural teams in complex operational environments. - Strong negotiation skills with governments, private sector, and development partners. - Exceptional English proficiency. Knowledge of additional language(s) will be advantageous. AIIB is committed to diversity, transparency and inclusion. We believe our strength comes from having a team with the right diverse skills, experiences, and abilities selected through a merit-based competitive process. We actively encourage applications from people from both within and outside AIIB members, regardless of nationality, religion, gender, race, disability, or sexual orientation. Previous experience and qualifications will determine the grade and job title at which successful applicants will enter AIIB Join us and help create a prosperous and sustainable Asia while growing your career in a diverse and innovative environment.   How cinfo Can Support You in the Application Process for This Position - Application and Interview Preparation: Whether you're preparing your application documents or getting ready for an interview, you can book a [Job Application Support](https://www.cinfo.ch/en/individuals/get-support/career-support-in-international-cooperation/job-application-support-in-international-cooperation) session to receive tailored guidance. - For Swiss nationals invited to the first round of the selection process (e.g., written test, interview, assessment center): Notify us at recruitment@cinfo.ch, and we will inform our HR partners in the respective organization and the Swiss Government to help increase your visibility. 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ABOUT WFP  The World Food Programme is the world's largest humanitarian organization, saving lives in emergencies and using food assistance to build a pathway to peace, stability, and prosperity for people recovering from conflict, disasters, and the impact of climate change.    OVERVIEW OF THE ROLE  The World Food Programme (WFP) is seeking an Assistant Executive Director (United Nations Assistant Secretary-General level) to serve as a core member of its Senior Leadership Group. This role is pivotal in steering WFP's global programme operations, encompassing assessment and analysis, programme and policy development, and supply chain operations. The AED plays a crucial role in ensuring that WFP's actions effectively support people, communities and nations in meeting urgent needs during emergencies, reducing vulnerabilities, and improving food securitywhile leading efforts to deliver on WFP's dual mandate of saving lives and changing lives through agile, inclusive, and forward-looking operations. The AED, Programme Operations will champion initiatives to empower women and youth, support refugees and displaced communities, combat malnutrition, and ensure every hungry child benefits from a nutritious school meal. The AED will also play a critical role in advancing WFP's 2026-2029 Strategic Plan, the UN80 reform agenda and ensuring WFP's leadership in innovation, climate resilience, and localization. The role demands strategic foresight, operational excellence, and an unwavering commitment to humanitarian principles and sustainable development.    EXPECTED RESPONSIBILITIES  • Provide strategic and visionary leadership across WFP's Programme Operations Department, ensuring alignment with WFP's mandate and goals, and addressing urgent food security and humanitarian challenges.  • Foster and enhance global partnerships focused on empowering women and youth, supporting refugees and displaced populations, combating malnutrition, and ensuring access to school meals for children.  • Champion WFP's contribution to the UN80 Initiative by championing operational efficiency, mandate alignment, and structural reform, ensuring WFP remains a model of innovation and cost-effectiveness within the UN system.  • Maintain relations with relevant actors, including other United Nations agencies, entities and bodies, with Member States to ensure coordinated, holistic responses to humanitarian and development needs, positioning WFP actions to complement and enhance broader inter-agency efforts.  • Drive the implementation of WFP's Strategic and Management Plans by enhancing emergency response capabilities, supporting national systems, and fostering a culture of innovation and digital transformation.  • Promote a positive and inclusive workplace culture that values diversity, equity, and inclusion, fostering an environment of respect and collaboration across all levels of the organization.  • Engage and represent WFP in high level fora (e.g. United Nations, Governments, Executive Board, Humanitarian and Development Communities, etc.), asserting the organization's position and ensuring that WFP interests are at the forefront of discussions and considerations.  • Lead and foster inter-agency partnerships to enable coordinated and holistic preparedness and response to humanitarian and development needs, ensuring WFP actions complement inter agency efforts.  • Foster a culture of accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement, setting high standards of integrity and ethical behavior for all staff.  • Undertake additional responsibilities as required to support WFP's mission and the Senior Leadership Group.    CORE REQUIREMENTS  Education:  • Advanced degree (Master's or Doctorate) in International Development, Policy, Business Administration, Supply Chain management, Agriculture, Food Security, Economics, Social Sciences or a related field.    Experience:  • A minimum of 20 years of progressively responsible experience in programme management, policy development, and supply chain operations, preferably in humanitarian or development contexts, with significant leadership experience at the international level.    Knowledge & Skills:  • Proven strategic leadership in managing large-scale operations, particularly in emergencies and development contexts or a complex global portfolio.  • Strong track record in establishing and sustaining global partnerships, with an emphasis on empowering diverse communities and supporting populations in need across various humanitarian and development contexts.  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and engage at the highest levels.  • Demonstrated ability to foster a culture of respect, collaboration, and inclusion, with a strong commitment to diversity and gender equity.  • Successfully managed a significant budget and operating plan, and a multi-disciplinary team of experts across a variety of job functions.  • High level of emotional intelligence, with the ability to navigate complex and challenging situations with empathy and tact.  • Impeccable personal and professional integrity, with a firm commitment to the values and principles of WFP and the United Nations system.  • Demonstrated experience in leading innovation and promoting operational efficiency in complex environments.  • Strong networking and relationship-building skills, supported by a well-established network of international stakeholders and partners.  • Willingness to travel globally, often to challenging and remote environments.   Language:  • Fluency (level C) in English is required.  • Working knowledge of a second official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, Spanish) or Portuguese (a WFP working language) is highly desirable.    TERMS AND CONDITIONS • The selected candidate will be employed on a fixed-term contract at the Assistant Secretary General level, with a probationary period of one year. For this position, the initial appointment shall be for a fixed term of two years with the potential for extension.  • WFP offers an attractive compensation and benefits package, including basic salary, post adjustment, relocation entitlement, travel and shipment allowances, 30 days of annual leave, as well as expatriate entitlements such as home leave, an education grant for dependent children, and compulsory pension plan and medical insurance. For more details, please visit icsc.un.org.    DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS 21 September 2025   How cinfo Can Support You in the Application Process for This Position - Application and Interview Preparation: Whether you're preparing your application documents or getting ready for an interview, you can book a [Job Application Support](https://www.cinfo.ch/en/individuals/get-support/career-support-in-international-cooperation/job-application-support-in-international-cooperation) session to receive tailored guidance. - For Swiss nationals invited to the first round of the selection process (e.g., written test, interview, assessment center): Notify us at recruitment@cinfo.ch, and we will inform our HR partners in the respective organization and the Swiss Government to help increase your visibility. 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Background: UN Women, grounded in the vision of equality enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations, works for the elimination of discrimination against women and girls; the empowerment of women; and the achievement of equality between women and men as partners and beneficiaries of development, human rights, humanitarian action and peace and security. The Division of Finance and Administration (DFA) leads the integrated management of UN Women's financial and operational resources, covering Regular Resources and Other Resources. Its responsibilities span resource planning and budgeting, financial reporting, accounting and oversight, information and communications technology management, as well as procurement, premises, asset management, administration, and safety and security. DFA ensures the effective and efficient delivery of these essential services while supporting the Executive Director in shaping and implementing the organization's mission, strategy, and action plans. Guided by a clear set of priorities, DFA is committed to maintaining compliance with international standards and UN Women's policies and procedurescritical to the trust of partners, donors, stakeholders, and beneficiaries. The Division employs continuous risk management, developing strategies to mitigate organizational risks while safeguarding resources. Efficiency and value for money are central to its work, with a strong focus on innovation, automation, and streamlining processes to reduce administrative burden. DFA also invests in capacity development, providing training and guidance to UN Women personnel and, in some cases, to implementing partners and beneficiaries.   DFA's Strategic Objectives: - Streamline and simplify processes, policies, and procedures - Enable programme colleagues to deliver UN Women's triple mandate effectively - Maximize value for money through optimal resource use - Apply materiality principles to compliance and risk management - Balance preventive and detective controls with accountability mechanisms Under the guidance and direct supervision of the Deputy Executive Director for Resource Management, Sustainability and Partnerships (DED, RMSP), the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) & Director of DFA provides strategic leadership and oversight for all aspects of UN Women's finance and administration functions. This includes financial management, budgeting, procurement and travel, facilities and asset management, information technology operations, and safety and security services. The CFO & Director ensures strong financial controls, compliance with UN Women regulations and international standards, and drives organizational transformation through innovative financial tools and streamlined business processes. The role also serves as a strategic adviser to senior leadership and represents UN Women in high‑level intergovernmental and inter‑agency forums. The CFO & Director leads and manages the DFA team comprising Finance, Integrated Budget Management, Procurement and Travel, Facilities and Asset Management, Information Technology, and Safety & Security Services ensuring strategic alignment with organizational priorities and operational excellence. The role fosters a culture of performance, collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement across all functional areas. Working closely with the DED, RMSP, the Strategy, Planning, Resources and Effectiveness Division (SPRED), headquarters divisions, and regional offices, the CFO & Director ensures effective implementation of UN Women's strategic objectives, integrated budget frameworks, and risk management strategies. This role maintains coherence in finance and administration across headquarters, regional, and country offices, enabling the organization to deliver on its mission efficiently and effectively.   Strategic Leadership and Representation: - Lead, guide, and manage the personnel and operations of the Division of Finance and Administration, comprising the Finance, Integrated Budget Management, Procurement and Travel, Facilities Administration and Assets, and Information Technology units. Ensure strategic alignment with organizational goals, foster operational excellence, and promote a culture of performance, collaboration, accountability and continuous improvement across the Division. - Drive cost-effective and cutting-edge reforms across financial, budgeting, and administrative functions. Champion organizational transformation through initiatives such as business process reengineering, automation, shared services, regionalization, and outsourcing, in line with international best practices. - Provide strategic and authoritative advice to the Deputy Executive Director for Resource Management, Sustainability and Partnerships (DED, RMSP) on all finance, budget, administration, procurement, and IT matters. Represent the Division in the Executive Leadership Team (ELT), when required. - Lead the development and implementation of forward-looking finance and administration strategies, policies, and systems, anticipating future needs and ensuring alignment with UN Women's evolving strategic direction. - Represent UN Women in intergovernmental and inter-agency fora and manage high-level engagement with key stakeholders, including the UN General Assembly (notably the Fifth and Third Committees), the Advisory Committee on Administrative and Budgetary Questions (ACABQ), the Finance and Budget Network of the High-Level Committee on Management (HLCM), and the Executive Board. - Maintain robust internal and external partnerships, fostering collaboration with UN entities, strategic partners, funding partners, and UN Women's HQ, regional and country offices to ensure coherence in finance and administrative matters. Oversight of Financial Accounts: - Oversee the maintenance of robust accounting, financial control, and administrative systems, ensuring accuracy, integrity, and compliance with UN and UN Women financial regulations and rules, and international standards. - Ensure the timely and accurate preparation and presentation of financial statements and statutory reports to the General Assembly, ACABQ and Executive Board, Executive Director, auditors, donors, and other stakeholders. - Certify that all financial transactions are recorded in accordance with International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS) and are properly reflected in the financial statements and in line with the internal control framework of UN Women. - Designate verifying officers, approve payments across all accounts, and issue financial instructions, including periodic and year-end closure guidance, in line with regulatory frameworks and fiduciary requirements. Governance, Risks and Controls: - Oversee the development and consistent implementation of organization-wide policies, procedures, and guidance related to finance, budgeting, procurement, travel, administration, and IT. - Provide expert guidance on the optimal use of financial resources, ensuring accountability, regulatory compliance, and the maintenance of UN Women's financial integrity. - Support the Executive Director and DED, RMSP and lead in designing and implementing the delegation of accountabilities and internal control framework.  - Lead and embed strategic risk management practices across financial, budgetary, and administrative areas. Work closely with the DED, RMSP, SPRED, and Regional Offices to identify, assess, and proactively manage risks. - Promote a culture of ex-ante risk awareness and build organizational capacity for enterprise risk management (ERM), particularly in the context of complex or high-risk initiatives. - Lead coordination with internal and external auditors on finance, budget and administration matters, ensuring timely follow-up on audit recommendations across the Division and organization. - Actively contribute to the work of the Corporate Risk Committee, bringing insights on financial and administrative risk areas. Oversight of Resources and Integrated Budget Management: - Lead the formulation of comprehensive and high-quality budget frameworks that encompass all funding sources. Present budgets for submission to the General Assembly and Executive Board, contributing to transparency, credibility, and informed decision-making. - Establish and oversee a results-based internal budgetary framework, incorporating performance incentives, and ensure alignment with the Strategic Plan and organizational priorities. - Develop and manage tools and systems such as budget dashboards, internal targets, and expenditure tracking to monitor budget execution and support strategic resource allocation. - Issue budget allocations in consultation with SPRED and ensure effective monitoring of usage. Provide early warnings on emerging issues requiring senior management attention. - Provide expert advice and clearance on non-standard agreements and grant exceptions to support cost recovery mechanisms. - Drive and monitor implementation of cost recovery policies and Direct Programme Costs (DPC), ensuring full cost recovery and alignment with regulatory requirements. Oversight of Procurement, Administration, ICT, and Safety & Security Services: - Supervise procurement processes and travel management to ensure efficiency, compliance, and value for money in line with UN Women's procurement policies. - Oversee the effective management of organizational facilities, administrative services, and physical assets, ensuring business continuity and accountability. - Lead and coordinate the organization's information systems and telecommunications IST strategy and digital infrastructure, working closely with the Chief of IST. Provide oversight of system design, integration, and optimization within the broader Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) framework. - Represent the financial and administrative interests of the organization in enterprise system development and joint ERP forums alongside the DED, RMSP. - Oversee the implementation of safety and security measures across offices and operations, including risk assessments, crisis preparedness, and compliance with UN security management policies to safeguard staff, assets, and operations. Innovations, Learning and Capacity Building: - Design and guide the implementation of innovative financial tools and instruments to enhance programme and project delivery, especially in complex operating contexts. - Optimize and expand cost recovery and revenue-generation strategies, ensuring these are client-focused and responsive to the needs of country and regional offices. - Promote and implement innovations across procurement, travel, administration, and IT systems and processes, leveraging technology and operational redesign to improve efficiency, transparency, and user experience. - Foster knowledge sharing and diffusion of best practices, lessons learned, and innovations across the organization and with key partners to support continuous improvement and organizational learning.  - Lead efforts to build financial and administrative capacities across UN Women through targeted training, technical guidance, and learning programmes for staff and clients. The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organisation.   Core Values: - Integrity; - Professionalism; - Respect for Diversity. Core Competencies: - Awareness and Sensitivity Regarding Gender Issues; - Accountability; - Creative Problem Solving; - Effective Communication; - Inclusive Collaboration; - Stakeholder Engagement; - Leading by Example. Please visit [this link](https://www.unwomen.org/sites/default/files/Headquarters/Attachments/Sections/About Us/Employment/UN-Women-values-and-competencies-framework-en.pdf) for more information on UN Women's Values and Competencies Framework:    Functional and Technical Competencies: - Financial Expertise: A strong foundation in accounting principles, financial reporting, and compliance.  - Financial Analysis: Proficiency in analyzing financial data, identifying trends, and developing insights.  - Budgeting and Forecasting: Ability to create and manage budgets, forecast financial performance, and develop financial plans.  - Risk Management: Identifying, assessing, and mitigating financial risks.  - Financial Technology: Understanding and leveraging financial technology, including automated expense management, AI-driven forecasting, and cloud-based ERP systems.  - Financial Reporting: Preparing accurate and timely financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.  - Cash Flow Management: Ensuring the organization has sufficient cash on hand to meet its obligations.  - Governance and Control: Ensuring the organization has strong internal controls and adheres to relevant regulations.        - Effectively communicating financial information to both finance and non-finance stakeholders.  - Developing and implementing financial strategies aligned with the organization's overall business objectives.  - Business Acumen: Understanding the business environment, industry trends, and competitive landscape.  - Decision-Making: Making sound financial decisions based on data analysis and strategic insights.  - Change Management: Leading and managing organizational changes related to finance and technology.  - Negotiation: Negotiating contracts and agreements with vendors, suppliers, and other stakeholders.  - Adaptability: Adjusting to changing business conditions and embracing new technologies.   Education:  - Master's degree or equivalent in finance, accounting, management or a related discipline is required.  - CPA or comparable national/international professional accounting qualifications will be an asset. Experience:  - Over 15 years of progressively responsible experience in senior financial management positions for large international organizations is required. - Experience in implementing major corporate change management programs in complex organizations is required.  - Experience in contributing to the design and implementation of computerized financial systems is required.  - Experience in managing large numbers of staff is required.  - Experience in international development and the UN system is desirable.  - Developing country experience is desirable.  Languages:  - Fluency in English is required. - Knowledge of another official UN language is desirable (French, Arabic, Chinese, Russian or Spanish).   Statements : In July 2010, the United Nations General Assembly created UN Women, the United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women. The creation of UN Women came about as part of the UN reform agenda, bringing together resources and mandates for greater impact. It merges and builds on the important work of four previously distinct parts of the UN system (DAW, OSAGI, INSTRAW and UNIFEM), which focused exclusively on gender equality and women's empowerment.   Diversity and inclusion: At UN Women, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. UN Women recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ability, national origin, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, competence, integrity and organizational need. If you need any reasonable accommodation to support your participation in the recruitment and selection process, please include this information in your application. 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Swisscontact recherche un/e Responsable des opérations pour région MEWANA nouvellement fusionnée (Moyen-Orient, Afrique de l'Ouest et Afrique du Nord) à partir du 1er octobre 2025 (ou à convenir). Le poste est basé en Tunisie (préférence), ou à convenir au Ghana, Bénin, Sénégal ou Maroc. La durée du contrat est limitée à 2 ans, avec possibilité de renouveler.   Vous superviserez et accompagnerez, en étroite collaboration avec le directeur régional, la mise en œuvre de projets au Liban, en Jordanie, en Syrie, en Tunisie, au Maroc, au Sénégal, au Ghana, au Bénin, au Mali et au Niger. Vous serez principalement chargé(e) d'assurer la qualité de la mise en œuvre des projets, de superviser l'administration des affaires, d'apporter un soutien thématique dans le domaine élargi du développement économique.   Ce poste représente une opportunité d'évolution professionnelle au sein d'une organisation suisse de développement reconnue. Vous rejoindrez une équipe dynamique et engagée, et contribuerez activement au développement d'une région stimulante en collaboration avec des partenaires de grande qualité.   Tâches et responsabilités - Garantir une mise en œuvre de haute qualité sur l'ensemble des projets dans la région MEWANA, en conformité avec la mission de Swisscontact, les politiques et les exigences des bailleurs de fonds - Superviser la planification, le suivi, l'évaluation et le contrôle de gestion au niveau régional - Soutenir les directions pays et les chefs de projet afin de garantir un haut niveau de satisfaction des parties prenantes, une communication claire et des rapports réguliers - Veiller à la conformité des opérations avec les directives internes de Swisscontact ainsi qu'avec les cadres légaux nationaux notamment en matière d'enregistrement, de fiscalité et de gestion contractuelle - Superviser les collaborateurs rattachés à la région : Administrateurs des affaires régionales, conseillers régionaux en suivi et évaluation et autres fonctions régionales - Encourager l'innovation et le partage des connaissances en facilitant les connections entre les équipes de projet, les meilleures pratiques internationales, l'expertise interne et les parties prenantes clés - Garantir une utilisation efficiente des systèmes et outils informatiques tout en assurant des standards élevés en matière de cybersécurité, de protection des données et de sécurité physique des bureaux - Contribuer à la planification stratégique, au développement des activités, à la gestion des ressources humaines, à la budgétisation ainsi qu'à la coordination des initiatives régionales en étroite collaboration avec le directeur régional - Appuyer le directeur régional dans la stratégie de développement commercial de la région, la planification et l'évaluation de la stratégie annuelle et la réalisation du séminaire régional annuel - Veiller à maintenir une forte visibilité et une réputation positive de Swisscontact dans ses domaines d'expertise au sein de la région en assurant une veille active et une communication ciblée sur ses avantages comparatifs - Contribuer activement au travail de l'équipe de direction régionale MEWANA en soutenant les décisions stratégiques et la coordination interpays - Assister le directeur régional dans diverses tâches telles que la gestion des ressources humaines, la planification budgétaire, les prévisions financières et le l'optimisation de l'utilisation des ressources en lien avec les objectifs programmatiques   Profil recherché - Au moins huit ans d'expérience professionnelle dans la coopération au développement ou l'aide humanitaire, de préférence dans la région concernée ou dans des contextes comparables - Solide expérience dans toutes les phases du cycle de projet, y compris la planification, la mise en œuvre, le suivi et l'évaluation - Compréhension approfondie des processus de mise en œuvre des projets et des pratiques d'administration des affaires - Au moins cinq ans d'expérience dans un rôle de direction ou de gestion - Solide connaissance du développement économique inclusif, avec une forte volonté d'approfondir l'expertise en cours d'emploi ; la familiarité avec les contextes fragiles est un atout - Fort esprit d'équipe et excellentes compétences interculturelles et interpersonnelles ; empathique, orienté vers la recherche de solutions et axé sur les résultats - Excellentes compétences en matière d'établissement de rapports ; la maîtrise du français et de l'anglais est requise, celle de l'arabe est un atout - Excellente capacité d'organisation et grande capacité d'adaptation et une forte volonté de voyager régulièrement   Swisscontact offre des conditions de travail attrayantes dans un contexte international et multiculturel. Nous considérons notre travail comme un effort commun dans une culture organisationnelle agile : respect mutuel, confiance et travail d'équipe.   Nous nous réjouissons de recevoir votre candidature [en ligne](https://www.swisscontact.org/fr/a-notre-sujet/emploi/responsable-des-operations-pour-la-region-mewana) jusqu'au 31 août 2025 accompagnée des documents suivants : lettre de motivation, curriculum vitae, diplômes et références.

Starting Date / Initial Contract Details September 2025, 12-months Role Summary With a focus on programming, manage all aspects of the implementation and development of the programme to facilitate the implementation of the country strategy. Provide leadership, strategic direction, management and evaluation of all aspects of the Medair programmes. Play a key role in external representation, programme coordination, programme development, quality improvements and team leadership.   Project Overview  The Lebanon programme is responding both to the Syrian refugee crisis and the impact of the deteriorating economic and humanitarian crisis across the country on Lebanese communities. Medair has projects in Health, Mental Health & Psychosocial Support, WASH, Basic Assistance, Shelter and GIS Mapping, working in governorates across the country.  Workplace & Conditions Field based position in Lebanon, in the Zahle office with some time in Beirut and other programme locations.    - Lebanon offers a wide range of opportunities for exploring Lebanon's heritage and nature.    - The team lives in comfortable shared apartments located near the office.   Take a look at Medair's work in [Lebanon](https://www.medair.org/what-we-do/lebanon/).  Responsibilities: • Provide strategic leadership by contributing to country strategy, supporting proposal and report development, and occasionally deputising for the Country Director. • Oversee programme implementation and planning, ensuring objectives, timelines, and budgets are met while promoting cross-team collaboration and integrated programming. • Supervise financial and operational management from a programmes perspective, partnering with support leads to ensure compliance with donor requirements and strong internal systems.   • Promote quality, accountability, and continuous improvement through strong feedback mechanisms, risk mitigation, and adherence to international standards. • Manage and develop staff through effective leadership, coaching, and communication, fostering a supportive and collaborative team culture across the programme Qualifications, Experience & Technical Competencies: • University degree in relevant subject such as Management / Development Studies / Business Administration or in a relevant technical subject.  • Language skills: Good English (spoken and written). Arabic a plus.   • Post-qualification experience in a management position. • Experience in a complex humanitarian emergency. • Knowledge of Humanitarian Essentials, Sphere, CHS and other international humanitarian guidelines. Behavioural Skills • Advanced planning, assessment and analytical skills. Experience in training/mentoring staff.  • Coaching and training skills. Good understanding of cross-cultural issues.  • Excellent communicator. Problem solving ability. Good inter-personal and conflict resolution skills.  • Strong organisational and time management skills. Good numerical and report writing skills.  • Advanced leadership and management skills; ability to build trust and enforce procedures.  Team Spiritual Life Reflect the values of Medair with team members, local staff, people we serve, and external contacts. Work, live, and pray together in our Christian faith-based teams. Fully contribute to a rich spiritual team life, including team devotion, prayer, and words of encouragement.

Starting Date / Initial Contract Details September 2025. Full-time, 12 months. Role Summary Manage the development and implementation of the Lebanon support functions to facilitate the implementation of the country programme strategy. Providing leadership, strategic direction, management and evaluation of all aspects of the support functions of finance, HR, IM-IT – MEAL and programme funding the Deputy Country Director plays a key role in systems development, legal compliance, operational coordination, team culture and team leadership.  Project Overview The Lebanon programme is a fast-paced programme in an evolving context, involved in emergency response to the recent conflict, the Syrian refugee crisis and the impact of the deteriorating economic and humanitarian crisis across the country on Lebanese communities.  Medair has projects in Health, Mental Health & Psychosocial Support, Shelter, WASH, Basic Assistance and GIS Mapping, working in governorates across the country. Look at Medair's work in [Lebanon](https://www.medair.org/what-we-do/lebanon/).   Workplace & Conditions Field based position in Lebanon, in the Zahle or Beirut office with time in other programme locations.   - Lebanon offers a wide range of opportunities for exploring Lebanon's heritage and nature.   - The team lives in comfortable shared apartments located near the office.  Responsibilities • Support programme strategy and leadership by coordinating between programme and support teams, developing policies, and strengthening administrative systems. • Line-manage key support functions (Finance, HR, IM/IT-MEAL, and Funding), ensuring compliance with internal procedures and national legal requirements across operations. • Oversee security management systems, contingency planning, training, and incident response, in collaboration with the Logistics & Security Manager and field teams. • Represent Medair externally and contribute to strong partnerships with stakeholders, while promoting open, respectful communication across the programme. • Develop and coach staff and line managers, building team cohesion and management capacity through supportive supervision and consultative leadership. Qualifications, Experience & Technical Competencies • University degree in a relevant subject such as Management / Development Studies / Business Administration or in a relevant technical subject.   • Strong financial management experience, knowledge of Medair financial systems being considered a plus. • Strong working knowledge of English (spoken and written), Arabic a plus • Experience in management as well as experience in a complex humanitarian emergency. • Knowledge of Humanitarian Essentials, Sphere and CHS Standards.  • Experience working in a cross-cultural setting, preferable in a support role. Behavioural Skills • Excellent communicator. Problem solving ability. Good inter-personal and conflict resolution skills.  • Coaching and training skills. Good understanding of cross-cultural issues. • Strong organisational and time management skills. Good numerical and report writing skills. • Able to oversee multiple tasks, prioritising and delegating as required. • Able to develop and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.  Team Spiritual Life Reflect the values of Medair with team members, local staff, people we serve, and external contacts. Work, live, and pray together in our Christian faith-based teams. Fully contribute to a rich spiritual team life, including team devotion, prayer, and words of encouragement.