UNDP (United Nations Development Programme) supports countries in designing and implementing national policies for sustainable human development. UNDP focuses on the following main areas to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs): Sustainable Development, Democratic Governance & Peacebuilding, and Climate & Disaster Resilience. UNDP's Office of Human Resources (OHR) in the Bureau for Management Services provides strategy, policy, guidance, and services for integrated development solutions. UNDP's People for 2030 Strategy aims to transform the organization's culture and enable its workforce capacity to deliver more and better results. One of its focus areas is to attract and retain top talent through a better candidate experience. Your role as Human Resources Analyst: You contribute to the ongoing work to modernize the recruitment function in UNDP by supporting: - The development and implementation of talent acquisition strategies and initiatives, including headhunting and social media sourcing. - The implementation of a new assessment and selection framework. - Efficient recruitment processes, including optimization and ongoing customization of current applicant tracking system (Oracle Recruiting Cloud) and use of AI tools. - Career and Succession management, incl. global talent reviews, the expansion of current leadership talent pools and rotation of leadership teams. - The development and delivery of training packages, toolkits and webinars for HR practitioners, recruiters, and hiring managers. Part of the [Swiss JPO Programme](https://www.cinfo.ch/jpo), this position is sponsored by the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation SDC of the FDFA. Please find the full job description here: For the Swiss JPO programme: - Swiss nationality. - Not older than 32 years at the date of the first round of interviews. - Fluency in English and a second UN language. - Master's degree. - Strong interest in a longer-term career with the United Nations. For this position: - Master's degree in Business Administration, Organization Psychology, Human Resource Management, Organization Development, or other relevant field. - 3 years of paid post-Bachelor work experience in human resources management or a related field required.UNDP does not count Internship experience, regardless of whether paid or not. - Experience with talent acquisition and recruitment an asset. - Experience with talent management in a global context an asset. [Please find more details in the full job description.](https://cinfo365.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/Zusammenfuehren_Personen_Stellen/EWWPRQ6YyD1MvH6I9pwSgEoBpLKcEU5i0hhRbZ8aUNosfw?e=oLBh5Q) Important details regarding your application Make sure your profile on cinfoPoste is complete and up to date: - Motivation letter in English (not more than 3500 characters, to be inserted in the pop-up window when you click on "apply"). - CV in English. - [P11 form](https://www.cinfo.ch/sites/default/files/documents/p11form_wihout_motivation.docx) duly completed and uploaded under the section "documents". Note that we will base our evaluation and calculation of your relevant experience on the P11. - Work certificates, diplomas and university credentials (as PDF) uploaded under the section "documents". Application deadline: We strongly encourage you to apply as early as possible as we will close the advertisement as soon as we have sufficient eligible applications (by 2 April the latest) First round of interviews: end of April 2023 online Start date: Please be aware that the recruitment process may take 3 to 6 months. You are expected to start your assignment within 3 months following notification of selection. Any questions? Contact Caroline Johnigk, cinfo's Recruitment Specialist, recruitment@cinfo.ch
The mission of OHCHR is to ensure the universal enjoyment of all human rights by giving practical effect to the will and resolve of the world community as expressed by the United Nations. The Human Rights Treaties Branch is situated within the Human Rights Council and Treaty Mechanisms Division and services all human rights treaty bodies. In your role as Associate Human Rights Officer, Human Rights Treaties Branch you support the Chief of Section and the Subcommittee on the Prevention of Torture by: - Providing substantive and technical support to the meetings of human rights treaty bodies and their working groups; - Drafting recommendations and decisions in respect of pending cases under treaty body complaints procedures; - Preparing background notes and undertaking research in relation to legal issues raised in individual complaints; - Prescreening incoming individual communications under the relevant treaties, and preparing summaries for registration; - Assisting in the handling of urgent action requests related to enforced disappearances by preparing registration and follow up notes, and liaising with field presences where appropriate; - Advising complainants of the different options and possibilities to present complaints under the treaty-based procedures, advising Working Groups / Special Rapporteurs on New Communications on registration and interim measures; - Contributing to the consistency and coherence of the jurisprudence of the various treaty bodies; - Etc. Part of the [Swiss JPO Programme](https://www.cinfo.ch/jpo), this position is sponsored by the [The Peace and Human Rights Division (PHRD)](https://www.fdfa.admin.ch/eda/en/fdfa/fdfa/organisation-fdfa/state-secretariat/hsd.html) of the FDFA. Please find the full job description here: For the Swiss JPO programme: - Swiss nationality - Not older than 32 years at the date of the first round of interviews - Fluency in English and a second UN language - Master's degree - Two Swiss national languages - Driving license For this position: - Master's degree in law; - 3 years of professional legal work experience, preferably in human rights. OHCHR counts internships at 50% regardless of whether paid or not; - Knowledge of international human rights treaties, machinery and laws. - Good knowledge of and exposure to a range of human rights issues. - Good knowledge of institutional mandates, policies and guidelines related to human rights, in particular treaty bodies monitoring mechanisms; - Familiarity with information technology (computer skills, Lotus Notes, word processing, Internet). - Proven legal drafting skills. - Fluency in English and either French or Spanish, with good drafting ability. Please find more details in the full job description. Important details regarding your application Make sure your profile on cinfoPoste is complete and up to date: - Motivation letter in English (not more than 3500 characters, to be inserted in the pop-up window when you click on "apply") - CV in English - [P11 form](https://www.cinfo.ch/sites/default/files/documents/2023_p11form_wihout-motivation.docx) duly completed and uploaded under the section "documents". Note that we will base our evaluation and calculation of your relevant experience on the P11. - A copy of your driving license - Work certificates, diplomas and university credentials (as PDF) uploaded under the section "documents" Application deadline: 02 April 2023 First round of interviews: 03 and 04 May 2023 (online) Start date: Please be aware that the recruitment process may take 3 to 6 months. You are expected to start your assignment within 3 months following notification of selection. Any questions? Contact Sandrina Simoes/Caroline Johnigk, cinfo's Recruitment Specialists, recruitment@cinfo.ch
The mission of OHCHR is to ensure the universal enjoyment of all human rights by giving practical effect to the will and resolve of the world community as expressed by the United Nations. The mandate of the Special Rapporteur on the rights to freedom of peaceful assembly and of association was established by the Human Rights Council. This mandate was created to: - Gather and share information about global, regional and local trends and issues relating to peaceful assembly and association - Make recommendations on how to ensure the promotion and protection of these rights - Report on violations, as well as discrimination, threats or use of violence, harassment, persecution, intimidation or reprisals directed at persons exercising these rights In your role as Associate Human Rights Officer you support the Special Rapporteur on the rights to freedom of peaceful assembly and of association by: - researching a broad range of issues relating to violations and abuses of the rights to freedom of peaceful assembly and of association, including constitutional provisions, legislation, administrative regulations, policies, and practices; - preparing analytical briefs for the Special Rapporteur's review and decisions on follow-up actions; - drafting of other documents, notably correspondence with Governments, in follow-up to information submitted to the Special Rapporteur from individuals, groups, and other stakeholders, on violations and abuses of the rights to freedom of peaceful assembly and of association, as well as briefing notes to assist the Special Rapporteur to participate in key events and media releases; - researching and contributing to the drafting of reports of the Special Rapporteur to the Human Rights Council and the General Assembly as necessary; - preparing missions of the Special Rapporteur, most notably, timely preparation of comprehensive country-assessments as well as of correspondence related to the country visit and accompany the Special Rapporteur as required; - contribute to the public information strategy on, and visibility of, the mandate and its work; - Etc. Part of the [Swiss JPO Programme](https://www.cinfo.ch/jpo), this position is sponsored by the [The Peace and Human Rights Division (PHRD)](https://www.fdfa.admin.ch/eda/en/fdfa/fdfa/organisation-fdfa/state-secretariat/hsd.html) of the FDFA. Please find the full job description here: For the Swiss JPO programme: - Swiss nationality - Not older than 32 years at the date of the first round of interviews - Fluency in English and a second UN language - Master's degree - Two Swiss national languages - Driving license For this position: - Master's degree in international law, including human rights law, political science, international relations or related field; - 3 years of progressively responsible work experience in human rights, law, political affairs or international relations. OHCHR counts internships at 50% regardless of whether paid or not; - Knowledge of UN human rights mechanisms, including knowledge or experience of standards and mandates relevant to the Special Procedures of the Human Rights Council is desirable; - Experience working on civil and political rights is desirable; - Fluency in English; - Good knowledge of French and ability to draft would be desirable; - Knowledge of Spanish would be an asset. Please find more details in the full job description. Important details regarding your application Make sure your profile on cinfoPoste is complete and up to date: - Motivation letter in English (not more than 3500 characters, to be inserted in the pop-up window when you click on "apply") - CV in English - [P11 form](https://www.cinfo.ch/sites/default/files/documents/2023_p11form_wihout-motivation.docx) duly completed and uploaded under the section "documents". Note that we will base our evaluation and calculation of your relevant experience on the P11. - A copy of your driving license - Work certificates, diplomas and university credentials (as PDF) uploaded under the section "documents" Application deadline: 02 April 2023 First round of interviews: 03 and 04 May 2023 (online) Start date: Please be aware that the recruitment process may take 3 to 6 months. You are expected to start your assignment within 3 months following notification of selection. Any questions? Contact Sandrina Simoes, cinfo's Recruitment Specialists, recruitment@cinfo.ch
Location La Bessone, near Geneva, Switzerland. Starting Date & Initial Contract Details Course dates: 17th ? 24th June 2023 ROC Application deadline: 24th May 2023 Contract length If a field contract is signed after the ROC, it normally ranges from (a minimum of) 12 months to 2 years. Please note that attending the ROC does not guarantee a job placement after the ROC. Field Workplace Medair is currently working in [Afghanistan](http://relief.medair.org/en/where-we-help/afghanistan/), [D.R. Congo](http://relief.medair.org/en/where-we-help/dr-congo/), [Jordan](https://www.medair.org/jordan/), [Lebanon](https://www.medair.org/lebanon/), [Madagascar](http://relief.medair.org/en/where-we-help/madagascar/), [Somalia](http://relief.medair.org/en/where-we-help/somalia-somaliland/), [South Sudan](http://relief.medair.org/en/where-we-help/south-sudan/), [Sudan](https://www.medair.org/what-we-do/sudan/), [Syria](https://www.medair.org/what-we-do/syria/), Ukraine, and [Yemen](https://www.medair.org/what-we-do/yemen/). Field contracts given will be based in one of these countries or any new programmes that Medair starts up. Why consider the Medair ROC? If you have professional experience that matches one or more of the Medair sectors but you cannot see any current jobs that fit your profile, apply directly for the Medair ROC, our "Relief and Recovery Orientation Course". We will try and match your profile to our upcoming field vacancy needs and if there is a good match, we will consider you for this or a future ROC. Everyone who works as an Internationally Recruited Staff in one of our field programmes must first successfully complete the ROC. Candidates accepted onto the Medair ROC/vROC will be considered for International Staff field roles All new deploying international staff to Medair's country programmes (and other roles which require field travel) should be fully vaccinated with a WHO-approved COVID vaccine, supported with a COVID vaccination certificate as evidence. ROC Overview The ROC is an intensive experiential orientation to relief work with Medair. This 7 day course is held three/four times a year. Participants experience the challenges of relief work through practical simulations and become familiar with Medair's values, projects, and country programmes. Each participant will be interviewed by a senior member of the Medair Human Resources team to evaluate the week and discuss their possible future with Medair in a field programme. The course is normally held in Switzerland (covid permitting). Fees, Content & Schedule [Download the ROC Brochure for course information and fees](https://www.medair.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Medair_ROC_brochure2023_ROC_only.pdf) Key Activity Areas The ROC simulation includes practical exercises, research, and daily updates of changing field conditions and security bulletins. Other Experience / Competencies Standard ranges of experience and competencies required for Medair field positions: - Minimum 1 year's professional experience in one of the sectors referred to above - Project management and team management experience - Management experience desirable, especially in a relief environment - Experience at cross cultural communication techniques; Diplomatic and sensitive to cross cultural issues; Good negotiation skills, especially in the context of another culture - Clear verbal and written communication skills; Able to express views clearly - Experience in dealing with donors and government officials desirable - Experience in training/mentoring staff; Team player with strong relational skills - Committed to team-building, and to consultative and servant leadership - Planning, assessment and analytical skills - Report writing and proposal writing skills desirable - Good level of self-motivation, with a pro-active approach to work, problem solver, dynamic, mature - Able to prioritise clearly and oversee multiple tasks - Capacity to work under pressure and to tight deadlines - Ability to live and work in conflict and rural environment Fee information 500 EUR course fee, which covers s all course content, simulations, and orientation provided by Medair for the seven days, as well as receiving a personalized report on personality based on the Hogan methodology, delivered through Medairʼs partner Thrive as well as all costs of meals and accommodations for the duration of the course. How to register Before you apply Please ensure you are fully aware of the: - [Medair organisational values](https://www.medair.org/jobs/our-culture/). - Medair is committed to safeguarding the protection of beneficiaries, volunteers, staff and partners, and particularly children. Therefore, we do not employ staff whose background we understand to be unsuitable for working with children. Medair staff are required to give the utmost respect to, and comply with, [Medair's accountability policies and best practices](https://www.medair.org/accountability/). - [Medair Relief & Recovery Orientation Course (ROC)](https://www.medair.org/jobs/roc/) (which forms part of the recruitment selection process for field positions). Application Process To apply, go to this vacancy on our [Medair page. ](https://www.medair.org/positions/medair-roc-june-2023/) Please do not make multiple applications. We will not review email applications. Only English-language applications / CVs will be reviewed.
The World Health Organization (WHO) is the specialized agency of the United Nations (UN) focused on international public health. WHO works to ensure the highest attainable standard of health for all people, providing technical and scientific guidance, as well as supporting countries in their efforts to improve health and achieve health-related Sustainable Development Goals. The Budget Coordination and Grant Management Unit is part of the Department of Planning, Resource Coordination and Performance Monitoring in the WHO. The unit is responsible for the development and management of the budget, end-to-end grant management process, and effective resource allocation efforts. It works with various departments within WHO to ensure a strategic approach to resource allocation, ensure the optimal use of funds, and improve the organization's credibility, transparency, and efficiency in the grant management process. Your role as Budget and Resource Officer: As part of the Budget Coordination and Grant Management (BCG) team you will work in the following areas: WHO Programme budget portal and transparency - contribute to the ongoing work of monthly WHO Programme budget portal data consolidation and updates in close collaboration with HQ and Regional offices; - support the preparation of the WHO Programme budget portal for Aid Transparency Index assessment; Efficiency agenda - support the department's contribution to the Efficiency Impact Reporting Task Team in line with the Efficiency agenda of the UN development system reforms; provide necessary data, analyses, contribute to the efficiency reports of the governing bodies; Programme Budget development and monitoring - contribute to the development of draft programme budget, including innovative approaches to the PB digital platform; - support 6-monthly Organization-wide programme budget review exercise in line with the WHO internal budget management policy: analyses, templates, liaison with regional and HQ colleagues; Global Programme management network - become part of the global Programme Management network, contribute to ongoing work on the development of the System for Planning Management (new Organization-wide integrated platform). Part of the [Swiss JPO Programme](https://www.cinfo.ch/jpo), this position is sponsored by the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation SDC of the FDFA. Please find the full job description here: For the Swiss JPO programme: - Swiss nationality - Not older than 32 years at the date of the first round of interviews - Fluency in English and a second UN language - Master's degree - Strong interest in a longer-term career with the United Nations For this position: - Master's degree in Management, Business Administration, Economics, Social Development, Exact Sciences, or other related fields. - 3 years of professional experience in programme management, planning, budgeting, monitoring, data analyses, compliance, grant management, management monitoring and reporting in a multinational or international organization. WHO does not count internships, regardless of whether paid or not. - Excellent analytical skills, proficient knowledge of Excel for complex data analysis and presentation - Solid experience in interpreting and explaining financial principles, rules and regulations; analysing results, budgetary and financial data and recommending appropriate actions. Please find more details in the full job description. Important details regarding your application: Make sure your profile on cinfoPoste is complete and up to date: - Motivation letter in English (not more than 3500 characters, to be inserted in the pop-up window when you click on "apply") - CV in English - [P11 form](https://www.cinfo.ch/sites/default/files/documents/p11form_wihout_motivation.docx) duly completed and uploaded under the section "documents". Note that we will base our evaluation and calculation of your relevant experience on the P11. - Work certificates, diplomas and university credentials (as PDF) uploaded under the section "documents" Application deadline: We strongly encourage you to apply as early as possible as we will close the advertisement as soon as we have sufficient eligible applications (by 02 April the latest) First round of interviews: April 2023 in Bienne/Switzerland or online Start date: Please be aware that the recruitment process may take 3 to 6 months. You are expected to start your assignment within 3 months following notification of selection. Any questions? Contact Caroline Johnigk, cinfo's Recruitment Specialist, recruitment@cinfo.ch
Sie mögen Abwechslung? Diese Stelle bietet Ihnen sowohl Kundenkontakte als auch die Bearbeitung von Aufträgen und den Umgang mit Zahlen. Sie haben Erfahrung mit administrativen Aufgaben und möchten sich neuen Herausforderungen im Finanzbereich stellen? Dann könnte diese Stelle genau das Richtige für Sie sein. cinfo ist seit über 30 Jahren im Auftrag des Bundes und anderer Partnerorganisationen als Kompetenzzentrum für Arbeitsfragen in der internationalen Zusammenarbeit tätig. Die internationale Zusammenarbeit befasst sich mit komplexen sozialen, wirtschaftlichen und ökologischen Herausforderungen ? deshalb sind die Organisationen weltweit auf qualifizierte Mitarbeitende angewiesen. cinfo ist die zentrale Schnittstelle zwischen der Schweiz und diesem Berufsfeld. Bei cinfo stehen die Anliegen der Fachpersonen und der verschiedenen Organisationen stets im Vordergrund. Für sie entwickeln wir Dienstleistungen am Puls der Branche ? und gehen dabei immer wieder neue Partnerschaften ein. Ihre Aufgaben Sie sind verantwortlich für die Administration und Organisation von Kursen und Aufträgen sowie für verschiedene Aufgaben im Finanzbereich. Ausserdem übernehmen Sie die Vertretung am Empfang. Dazu gehören folgende Aufgaben: - Administration und Organisation von Kursen und Aufträgen - Verantwortung für die Kasse, das Erstellen der Debitorenrechnungen, das Buchen und Zahlen der Kreditorenrechnungen sowie das Buchen der Bank- und Post-Konten - Unterstützung der Leiterin Zentrale Dienste in den Bereichen Finanzen, Personalwesen und Datamanagement - Erstellung und Aktualisierung von Statistiken und Excel-Dateien Unser Angebot Wir bieten vielseitige, anspruchsvolle und abwechslungsreiche Aufgaben in einem engagierten und dynamischen Team, gute Anstellungsbedingungen mit flexiblen Arbeitsmodellen sowie vielfältige Entwicklungs- und Weiterbildungsmöglichkeiten. Die vollständige Stellenbeschreibung finden Sie hier: Ihr Profil Für diese abwechslungsreiche Tätigkeit setzen wir eine kaufmännische Grundausbildung oder eine gleichwertige Ausbildung voraus sowie mindestens fünf Jahre Berufserfahrung in einer ähnlichen Funktion. Sie verfügen über eine hohe IT-Affinität und sind sehr sicher im Umgang mit den verschiedenen MS-Office-Produkten wie Outlook, Excel und Word. Sie arbeiten gerne mit Excel-Tabellen und haben Interesse an deren Erstellung, Weiterentwicklung und Optimierung. Sehr gute mündliche Sprachkenntnisse in Deutsch, Französisch und Englisch sowie gute schriftliche Kenntnisse in Deutsch, Französisch und Englisch. Sie sind eine dienstleistungsorientierte, flexible und lösungsorientierte Persönlichkeit und schätzen die Zusammenarbeit in einem kleinen Team. Sie arbeiten selbständig, unterstützen aber auch gerne andere. Unser Angebot Wir bieten vielseitige, anspruchsvolle und abwechslungsreiche Aufgaben in einem engagierten und dynamischen Team, gute Anstellungsbedingungen mit flexiblen Arbeitsmodellen sowie vielfältige Entwicklungs- und Weiterbildungsmöglichkeiten. Ihre Bewerbung Stellen Sie sicher, dass Ihr cinfoPoste-Profil aktuell und vollständig ist: - Motivationsschreiben (nicht mehr als 3500 Zeichen, dass Sie nach dem Klick auf "Apply" im Popup-Fenster einfügen können) - Lebenslauf - Arbeitszeugnisse und Diplome (im PDF-Format), die Sie unter "Dokumente" hochladen können. Noch Fragen? Wenden Sie sich bitte an Sandra Sutter, Leiterin Zentrale Dienste via recruitment@cinfo.ch oder unter der Nummer +41 32 365 80 02.
Role & Responsibilities In the role of Programme Funding Manager, the staff coordinates and facilitates the programme teams to prepare proposals and reports for submission to institutional and private donors; maintains an appropriate information system to track the internal progress of proposals and reports; providing administrative support and review that ascertains meeting timeline and requirements in submissions; and supports the country leadership in donor relationship management and in collaboration with Medair global fundraising teams, when required. In this regard, the PFM plays a key role in grant management. In the role of Communication Manager, the staff is the key link between projects and global offices communication and engagement teams. The goal is to increase the visibility and global awareness of the Yemen program on international level and to ascertain the content quality in line with donor visibility regulations and Medair values and policies. The primary focus is on international audiences, with an expectation to also support content and visual quality of reports to national authorities. Project Overview Medair has been responding to needs in Yemen since 2019. Medair implements integrated health, nutrition, MHPSS and WASH programmes to conflict affected communities currently in Aden, Lahj and Al Dahle Governorates. Workplace & Working conditions Position based in Aden, Yemen. Starting Date / Initial Contract Details As soon as possible. Full-time, 12 months minimum. Key Activity Areas Donor Relations Management - Support the Country Director in maintaining efficient donor relations with the (regional) representatives of relevant funding partners in order to secure funding for the country programme. - Keeping up-to-date with trends and analyse institutional donor funding opportunities for Yemen and advise senior management on strategic funding decisions. Represent Medair at country-level meetings with donors. - Maintain the communication with donor's focal points, and keeping up to date with institutional donor requirements and strategic focus. Plan and implement meetings, exchanges and facilitate collaboration. - Ensure that best practice is communicated, followed and shared in all aspects of grants management. - Act as the key Communications focal point for all communications between the Yemen program and institutional donors. Grant Management - Coordinate and facilitate the drafting and presentation of proposals for the Yemen program. Prepare and manage timelines for preparing proposal and submissions; provide templates, guidelines and donor- specific advice to ensure that proposals match themes and scopes offered by donors. - Coordinate and track institutional and private donor reporting in cooperation with the relevant Yemen teams and global Medair offices. Prepare and manage timelines for preparing reports and submissions; provide templates, guidelines and donor- specific advice to ensure that reports match information expectations of donors. - Support the Liaison Team in preparation of sub-agreements and reporting to authorities. Brand and co-branding Coordination - Assist Medair staff on institutional donor and Medair visibility budgets, conditions, and requirements. - Raise awareness about appropriate branding; ensure that Medair staff, events like kick-offs, trainings, workshops and closing celebrations, facilities and equipment have appropriate Donor and Medair branding. Communications and Fundraising Resources - Support the communications team to travel frequently to field sites. Aim is to pro-actively and re-actively obtain resources including photography, interviews, case studies, quotes, video etc. Gather and prepare communication materials for publishing on Medair's website, social media, and in donor communications. - Ensure that there is a collection of high-quality photos, video clips, and quotes from beneficiaries, staff, and communities for each project within the Yemen response, which is made available to the global Medair communication teams. - Proactively engage in Medair's regional communications meetings, and the monthly global editorial meeting, including pitching and collaborating with other Communications Officers from other country programmes. - Gather and prepare fundraising materials in coordination with the Engagement Department at the Global Support Office (GSO) in Switzerland, and ensure quarterly updates of the First Stop document. - Work closely with the Regional Communications Manager (RCM) to gather specific resources for GSO or Affiliate Office initiatives and projects, the year-end campaign, events, or fundraising campaigns. - Provide in-country briefings to all staff about their role in communicating about the organisation and its work, and how to support the public communication and fundraising activities of Medair. - Act as the key Communications focal point for all communications enquiries about the Yemen response Media and Public Relations - Train project teams in communication guidelines specific to the Yemen context. - Regularly monitor local press and events and track mentions of Medair which may impact the perception of neutrality or impartiality. Prepare, organise, and lead field visits of high-profile visitors including donors, photographers, or media crews. - Propose press statements and news items according to the brand and media communication guidelines. - In collaboration of Liaison Manager, advise national staff regarding media and communication. Develop Key Messages with the RCM and provide training to field staff. Social Media - Produce short content updates and creative interactive features for Medair's international social media channels: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, and YouTube, in coordination with the RCM and GSO. - Train and encourage field staff on the appropriate use of online social media. Actively monitor communications initiated by field staff and propose corrective actions to ensure strong brand reputation. Internal Communication - Assist field leadership team in developing tools and structures to pro-actively support the team in improving internal communication within the programme, e.g. internal news, contributing to team meetings, etc. - Distribute or promote the Annual Report, internal newsletters and other communication material among staff and external contacts in the field. Team Spiritual Life - Reflect the values of Medair with team members, local staff, beneficiaries, and external contacts. - Work, live, and pray together in our Christian faith-based team settings. Fully contribute to the rich spiritual life of your team, including team devotions, prayers, and words of encouragement. - Encouraged to join and contribute to Medair's international prayer network. This job description covers the main tasks that are anticipated. Other tasks may be assigned as necessary. Qualifications - University degree in a relevant subject such as Management, Development Studies, Business. - Excellent working knowledge of the English language (speaking and writing). Experience - Knowledge of Humanitarian Essentials, Sphere and HAP Standards and other international humanitarian guidelines and protocols as well as advanced planning, assessment and analytical skills. - Numerate and able to understand and work with project budgets, financial reports and financial management systems with proven and successful report and proposal writing skills. - Good negotiation and networking skills. Capacity to work under pressure and manage personal stress levels. - Excellent interpersonal, communication and networking skills, including the ability to develop and manage effective relationships with current and new donors. Team-player with good inter-personal skills. - Proven ability to work with people from a range of cultural, social, ethnic backgrounds and with different skills. All new deploying international staff to Medair's country programmes (and other roles which require field travel) should be fully vaccinated with a WHO-approved COVID vaccine, supported with a COVID vaccination certificate as evidence. How to applyPlease ensure you are fully aware of the: a) [Medair organizational values](https://www.medair.org/jobs/our-culture/) b) Medair is committed to safeguarding the protection of beneficiaries, volunteers, staff and partners, and particularly children. Therefore, we do not employ staff whose background we understand to be unsuitable for working with children. Medair staff are required to give the utmost respect to, and comply with, [Medair's accountability policies and best practices](https://www.medair.org/accountability/). c) [Medair Relief & Recovery Orientation Course (ROC)](https://www.medair.org/jobs/roc/) (which forms part of the recruitment selection process for field positions). Application Process To apply, go to this vacancy on our [Medair Page.](https://www.medair.org/positions/programme-funding-communication-manager-yem-aden/) Please do not make multiple applications. We will not review email applications. Only English-language applications / CVs will be reviewed.
Role & Responsibilities Provide strategic support and coordination for grant management of all Medair and partner projects. The PFM plays a key role in overseeing strategic partnerships, maintaining and building new donor relations (in conjunction with the Country Director), and being a focal point for coordination at relevant cluster meetings, with government authorities and other stakeholders on the central level. The PFM also has the delegated responsibility for researching new funding sources, preparing proposals and coordinating reports for submission to institutional donors, and maintenance of appropriate information systems. Project Overview Emergency nutrition, health, WASH and food security projects targeting displaced, conflict- and drought-affected vulnerable populations in central and southern Afghanistan. These are complemented by activities aimed at long term and sustainable behaviour change in the general population to improve public health. Workplace & Working conditions Position based in Kabul, Afghanistan. Starting Date / Initial Contract Details May 2023. Full time, 12 to 24 months. Key Activity Areas Donors & Partners Relations Management - Work in conjunction with the Country Director in maintaining efficient donor relationship management (e.g. providing appropriate and timely feedback to ensure they are fully informed of project progress and successes) with all new and existing donors. - Administer the drafting and presentation of all concept notes and proposals, as well as operational reports related to the country programme, in collaboration with the relevant senior field managers and GSO staff. - Accompany donors on field trips and ensure programme details are transmitted in a timely and professional manner. Maintain current analysis of institutional donor humanitarian policy and practice, trends and new funding opportunities. - Coordinate with local and international partners to agree on content of new funding proposals, and ensuring all stakeholders are aware of donor requirements and their obligations towards these, and that appropriate systems, including financial and monitoring and evaluation systems, are in place. - Plan and pursue strategic local and international partnerships for the programme, and be a focal point for managing and maintaining relationships with local partners. - Ensure that mechanisms are in place for proper support, oversight and monitoring of activities implemented by partners, as well as for the compliance with donor requirements and international standards. Coordination & Representation - Communicate and coordinate with other NGOs, UN agencies and local authorities regarding operational presence, strategy and areas of possible collaboration, as well as develop and maintain new relationships with relevant actors on the ground. - Represent Medair in relevant NGO coordination as required, as well as maintain positive relationships with relevant government ministries in order to facilitate and ensure cooperation, especially on the central level. - Support the Country Director in representation and providing the latest data and project figures, reports, briefings and information management to share with internal and external stakeholders. - Seek out and actively participate in relevant local networks or task groups on specific humanitarian aid issues. Quality Management - Ensure that applications and reports are produced to a high standard, comply with guidelines, deadlines, contracts and other donor needs and requests. - Respond to and action relevant advice from GSO regarding institutional donor project quality, strategy and technical guidelines. - Work with the relevant sector manager(s) to ensure the integration of beneficiary participation and accountability in programme activities. - Ensure that best practice is communicated, followed and shared in all aspects of grant management. Grant Management - Lead and coordinate the preparation and submission of institutional donor proposals and reports (as well collaborate with and support the Communications Officer in regards to Private Funding needs), managed by the Country Director and in consultation with other senior field managers and GSO staff, enabling all donor requirements and deadlines are met. Maintain an overview of the country programme's relationships with, and funding from, key institutional donors. - Liaise with relevant departments in GSO to coordinate and consolidate timely narrative and financial reports for donors. Establishing and maintaining appropriate systems and procedures to ensure the compliance with donor contracts and other requirements are met. Financial Management - Help plan and construct budgets for new projects, in collaboration with the relevant Project Manager(s), Project Coordinator(s), Sector Advisors and support staff, and in accordance with donor guidelines. Team Spiritual Life - Reflect the values of Medair with team members, local staff, beneficiaries, and external contacts. - Work, live, and pray together in our Christian faith-based team settings. Fully contribute to the rich spiritual life of your team, including team devotions, prayers, and words of encouragement. - Encouraged to join and contribute to Medair's international prayer network. This job description covers the main tasks that are anticipated. Other tasks may be assigned as necessary. Qualifications - University degree in a relevant subject such as Management / Development Studies / Business Administration or in a relevant technical subject. Post-graduate degree in the humanitarian sector desirable. - Strong working knowledge of English (spoken and written). Experience - 2 years post-qualification experience in a relief or development context. - Computer literate with good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook. - Knowledge of Humanitarian Essentials, Sphere and HAP Standards and other international humanitarian guidelines and protocols. Advanced planning, assessment and analytical skills. - Numerate and able to understand and work with project budgets, financial reports and financial management systems. Proven and successful report and proposal writing skills. - Good negotiation and networking skills. Experience of maintaining grant management systems. All new deploying international staff to Medair's country programmes (and other roles which require field travel) should be fully vaccinated with a WHO-approved COVID vaccine, supported with a COVID vaccination certificate as evidence. How to applyPlease ensure you are fully aware of the: a) [Medair organizational values](https://www.medair.org/jobs/our-culture/) b) Medair is committed to safeguarding the protection of beneficiaries, volunteers, staff and partners, and particularly children. Therefore, we do not employ staff whose background we understand to be unsuitable for working with children. Medair staff are required to give the utmost respect to, and comply with, [Medair's accountability policies and best practices](https://www.medair.org/accountability/). c) [Medair Relief & Recovery Orientation Course (ROC)](https://www.medair.org/jobs/roc/) (which forms part of the recruitment selection process for field positions). Application Process To apply, go to this vacancy on our [Medair Page.](https://www.medair.org/positions/programme-funding-manager-afg-kabul-4/) Please do not make multiple applications. We will not review email applications. Only English-language applications / CVs will be reviewed.
Role & Responsibilities Research new funding sources, prepare specific bids, proposals and reports for submission to institutional donors as well as donor relationship management and maintenance of appropriate information systems. Providing strategic support, monitoring, review and evaluation of all aspects of Medair programmes, the Programme Funding Manager plays a key role in grant coordination. Project Overview Multi-sector relief programme including: provision of primary health care, nutrition, Behaviour Change Communication, mental health/psychosocial support, water and sanitation and NFI & emergency shelter distributions across fixed and emergency response locations throughout South Sudan. The goal is to assist in reducing morbidity and mortality in vulnerable communities in South Sudan. Workplace & Working conditions Field based position in Juba, with frequent travel to field locations, South Sudan. Starting Date / Initial Contract Details May 2023. Full time, 12 ? 24 months. Key Activity Areas Donor Mapping & Donor Relations Management - Keeping up-to-date with trends and analyse institutional donor funding opportunities for South Sudan and advise senior management on strategic funding decisions. - Support the Country Director and Deputy Country Directors in developing and maintaining efficient donor relations with the in-country representatives of relevant funding partners. - Maintain relationships with key institutional donors. - Facilitate donors' monitoring visits to projects. Grants Management - Keeping up-to-date with all donor specific guidelines and timelines (incl. humanitarian policy and practice) and inform/train relevant colleagues on these guidelines/timelines. - Manage the process of compiling donor proposals and reports in close cooperation with Project Coordinators/Project Managers, Technical Advisors and GSO-staff. - Act as the focal point for maintaining online donor grant management systems. - Support the development of appropriate systems to ensure donor compliance, including financial and monitoring and evaluation systems. - Monitor the project budget expenditure, ensuring budgets are spent according to donor proposals and regulations and within the appropriate timeframe to advise senior management on the overall financial/funding status of the country programme. - Ensure timely communication with donors in case of significant programmatic or financial deviances from the submitted donor proposal. Programme Management - Support Country Director, Deputy Country Directors and GSO-staff to develop and implement a relevant and sustainable country strategy. - Ensure the integration of beneficiary participation and accountability in programme activities. Quality Management - Responsible for project implementation to meet institutional donor requirements and in accordance with Medair, donor, country and international standards. - Regularly assess and provide feedback and recommendations on the quality of the programmes and interventions during field visits and at other relevant times. Team Spiritual Life - Reflect the values of Medair with team members, local staff, beneficiaries, and external contacts. - Work, live, and pray together in our Christian faith-based team settings. Fully contribute to the rich spiritual life of your team, including team devotions, prayers, and words of encouragement. - Encouraged to join and contribute to Medair's international prayer network. This job description covers the main tasks that are anticipated. Other tasks may be assigned as necessary. Qualifications - University degree in a relevant subject such as Management / Development Studies / Business Administration or in a relevant technical subject. - Strong working knowledge of English (spoken and written). Experience - At least 1 year's post-qualification experience in a complex humanitarian emergency. - Experience of maintaining grant management systems. M&E experience. - Report and proposal writing skills. - Able to work with project budgets, financial reports and financial management systems. - Proven ability to work with people from a range of cultural, social, ethnic backgrounds. - Capacity to work under pressure and manage personal stress levels. - Excellent communication, negotiation and networking skills. Able to develop relationships with donors. - Team-player with good inter-personal skills. - Problem solver, dynamic, mature, self-motivated, hard-working, organised, detail-oriented. All new deploying international staff to Medair's country programmes (and other roles which require field travel) should be fully vaccinated with a WHO-approved COVID vaccine, supported with a COVID vaccination certificate as evidence. How to applyPlease ensure you are fully aware of the: a) [Medair organizational values](https://www.medair.org/jobs/our-culture/) b) Medair is committed to safeguarding the protection of beneficiaries, volunteers, staff and partners, and particularly children. Therefore, we do not employ staff whose background we understand to be unsuitable for working with children. Medair staff are required to give the utmost respect to, and comply with, [Medair's accountability policies and best practices](https://www.medair.org/accountability/). c) [Medair Relief & Recovery Orientation Course (ROC)](https://www.medair.org/jobs/roc/) (which forms part of the recruitment selection process for field positions). Application Process To apply, go to this vacancy on our [Medair Page.](https://www.medair.org/positions/programme-funding-manager-sds-juba-1/) Please do not make multiple applications. We will not review email applications. Only English-language applications / CVs will be reviewed.
Role & Responsibilities Provide technical advice and support to the field management and the health staff. Responsible to develop, lead, monitor and evaluate the health aspects of the country programme. Coordination at a senior level, with national and regional health authorities as well as other NGOs. Lead on all health (including mental health and psychosocial elements of proposals and reports, providing capacity building for national and international staff, promote best practice in the health programmes and contribute to the overall management of the country programme. Project Overview Medair is currently implementing four projects within South Sudan. Medair is providing emergency primary health care based on the basic package of health services to vulnerable host and displaced populations in Renk County. Health facilities were established by Medair on an emergency basis, but due to protracted needs they have become more established facilities working towards full implementation of primary health care and integrated nutrition services. Medair has health and nutrition projects implementing CMAM alongside targeted health services in Aweil and Leer Counties, in addition to a mental health and psychosocial support (MHPSS) project in Leer County. Medair also maintains health and nutrition emergency response teams that are able to respond rapidly to any health or nutrition emergency in any area of South Sudan. Workplace & Working conditions Position based in Juba, South Sudan. Starting Date / Initial Contract Details July 2023. Full time, 24 months. Key Activity Areas Health Project Technical Oversight - Maintain an overview of the country health programmes and of the regional context, with a view to strategically developing new projects in current sites and/or surrounding regions, and proactively planning for responsible exit. - Give technical advice to field managers and GSO on potential involvement in new health and interventions and internal capacity for implementation. - Define policies, guidelines and protocols for the medical aspects of Medair's work in country. - Provide technical support to the health teams in all project sites, including the evaluation and impact analysis of current projects and the writing of donor proposals and reports. - Carry out regular monitoring visits, ensuring that project objectives are met within the stated timeframes and in accordance with recognised international standards. - Supervise and monitor the development of reporting systems for health data collection, analysis and follow-up and feedback to relevant staff, donors, partners and other agencies. Representation - Develop and maintain relationships with Ministry of Health, UN, NGOs, donors, partners, etc, with the objective of raising public awareness of Medair and ensuring good co-operation and partnerships. Staff Management - Be involved in the recruitment of health and staff for the country programme, providing advice on technical skills and experience as requested. - Ensure that all health staff is adequately trained and, if necessary, create possibilities for capacity building, mentoring and coaching, within budget constraints. - Support line managers in inductions and appraisals of health staff. Financial Management - Work with the relevant field managers and GSO staff to plan and construct health budgets. Quality Management - Ensure health projects are implemented in line with donor proposals and requirements and in accordance with Medair, donor, country and international standards. - Regularly assess and provide feedback and recommendations to GSO advisors as well as field staff on the quality of health programmes and interventions during field visits and at other relevant times. Staff Health - Overall responsibility for staff health/occupational health procedures and compliance and development of procedures in-country. Team Spiritual Life - Reflect the values of Medair with team members, local staff, beneficiaries, and external contacts. - Work, live, and pray together in our Christian faith-based team settings. Fully contribute to the rich spiritual life of your team, including team devotions, prayers, and words of encouragement. - Encouraged to join and contribute to Medair's international prayer network. This job description covers the main tasks that are anticipated. Other tasks may be assigned as necessary. Qualifications - Clinical degree (nurse or doctor), or Public Health degree. - Strong working knowledge of English (spoken and written). Experience - At least 3 years' experience in managing programmes in international public health work, with at least 1 year in humanitarian emergency context. - Experience in the design, monitoring of implementation and evaluation of public health programmes - Computer literate with strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook and PowerPoint. - Knowledge of humanitarian principles, Sphere and CHS Standards. - Good report and proposal writing skills. Good negotiation skills. Excellent communication skills. All new deploying international staff to Medair's country programmes (and other roles which require field travel) should be fully vaccinated with a WHO-approved COVID vaccine, supported with a COVID vaccination certificate as evidence. How to applyPlease ensure you are fully aware of the: a) [Medair organizational values](https://www.medair.org/jobs/our-culture/) b) Medair is committed to safeguarding the protection of beneficiaries, volunteers, staff and partners, and particularly children. Therefore, we do not employ staff whose background we understand to be unsuitable for working with children. Medair staff are required to give the utmost respect to, and comply with, [Medair's accountability policies and best practices](https://www.medair.org/accountability/). c) [Medair Relief & Recovery Orientation Course (ROC)](https://www.medair.org/jobs/roc/) (which forms part of the recruitment selection process for field positions). Application Process To apply, go to this vacancy on our [Medair Page.](https://www.medair.org/positions/health-advisor-sds-juba/) Please do not make multiple applications. We will not review email applications. Only English-language applications / CVs will be reviewed.
Role & Responsibilities Oversees all programme and support activities in-country. Representing Medair in all issues relating to the country programme, the Country Director plays a key role in donor relations and manages the country strategy and the project implementation in conjunction with senior field managers. Project Overview In response to the ongoing crisis in Syria, Medair's programme in Jordan is delivering emergency assistance to refugees in non-camp settings and vulnerable host communities in northern Jordan. Projects are in the sectors of Health, Protection and cash transfer and Psychosocial support services. Workplace & Working conditions Position based position in Amman, Jordan. - Amman and surrounding areas offer a wide range of opportunities for exploring Jordan's heritage. - The team lives in comfortable apartments located near the office, which offer space for privacy. Starting Date / Initial Contract Details April 2023. Full time, 24 months. Key Activity Areas Leadership and Management - Design, update and evaluate the country strategy, in conjunction with the relevant senior programme managers and GSO staff. Consider community needs, donor criteria and strategies and an exit strategy in order to facilitate the long-term planning and development of the projects in the country. - Manage the overall programme and support functions, including reviewing and refining the management structures and overseeing the development and maintenance of operational procedures for individual projects and support functions. - Analyse humanitarian needs, trends and political developments in the country of operation and the surrounding region in order to anticipate new projects and initiatives. - Ensure all programme activities and support functions comply with applicable national and international laws and regulations, including in-country registration. Donor Relations Management - Develop and maintain contact with the in-country representatives of relevant funding partners (e.g. institutional donors or private donor organisations) in order to secure funding for the country programme. - Oversee the drafting and presentation of all proposals, operational and financial reports related to the country programme, in collaboration with the relevant Senior Programme Managers and Global Support Office staff. Communication - Develop and maintain relationships with authorities, donors, media, other NGOs and embassies with the objective of raising public awareness and identifying funding opportunities and other potential partnerships. - Ensure that the Global Support Office Communication and Engagement Department receives appropriate material for communication and fund-raising activities. - Ensure that timely programme reports are updated and submitted to Global Support Office. Financial Management - Support the planning and construction of project budgets, in collaboration with relevant senior programme managers and Global Support Office - Manage the spending within the programme in-line with the approved budgets. Analyse projected cash flow, decide on the timing of major procurements, oversee audits and anticipate where over or under spending may occur and ensure necessary action is taken. - Ensure sufficient and appropriate controls are in place to prevent fraud and that relevant staff receive the required information and training to minimise the risk of occurrence within the country programme. Security Management - Oversee the updating and implementation of country location security plans, guidelines and manuals. - Ensure appropriate security procedures and awareness are maintained throughout the country programme. - Take the lead on decision making and contingency planning during security incidents or threats. Quality Management - Promote and use the Medair e-library and other operating procedures, ensuring that all standardised formats are used and guidelines are followed. - Ensure country programmes are implemented in line with donor proposals and requirements and in accordance with Medair, donor, country and international standards e.g. Sphere and CHS standards, WHO recommendations, etc. - Ensure frequent and appropriate monitoring and evaluation of programme activities and outputs, implementing corrective actions as required. Team Spiritual Life - Reflect the values of Medair with team members, local staff, beneficiaries, and external contacts. - Work, live, and pray together in our Christian faith-based team settings. Fully contribute to the rich spiritual life of your team, including team devotions, prayers, and words of encouragement. - Encouraged to join and contribute to Medair's international prayer network. This job description covers the main tasks that are anticipated. Other tasks may be assigned as necessary. Qualifications - University degree in a relevant subject such as Management / Development Studies / Business Administration or in a relevant technical subject. - Strong working knowledge of English (spoken and written). Ability to speak, or willingness to learn Arabic. Experience - 5 years post-qualification experience in a management position. - 3 years post-qualification experience in a complex humanitarian emergency. - Experience in the design, monitoring of implementation and evaluation of humanitarian / emergency programmes. Experience in dealing with donors and government officials. - Knowledge of Humanitarian Essentials, Sphere and HAP Standards and other international humanitarian guidelines and protocols. - Advanced planning, assessment and analytical skills. Good report and proposal writing skills. All new deploying international staff to Medair's country programmes (and other roles which require field travel) should be fully vaccinated with a WHO-approved COVID vaccine, supported with a COVID vaccination certificate as evidence. How to applyPlease ensure you are fully aware of the: a) [Medair organizational values](https://www.medair.org/jobs/our-culture/) b) Medair is committed to safeguarding the protection of beneficiaries, volunteers, staff and partners, and particularly children. Therefore, we do not employ staff whose background we understand to be unsuitable for working with children. Medair staff are required to give the utmost respect to, and comply with, [Medair's accountability policies and best practices](https://www.medair.org/accountability/). c) [Medair Relief & Recovery Orientation Course (ROC)](https://www.medair.org/jobs/roc/) (which forms part of the recruitment selection process for field positions). Application Process To apply, go to this vacancy on our [Medair Page.](https://www.medair.org/positions/country-director-jor-amman-2/) Please do not make multiple applications. We will not review email applications. Only English-language applications / CVs will be reviewed.
The World Food Programme (WFP) is the world's largest humanitarian agency fighting hunger worldwide. We are currently seeking a Junior Professional Officer to fill the position of Supply Chain Officer with the WFP Country Office (CO) Supply Chain unit based in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Ethiopia has made strides in reducing poverty and expanding social services, but food insecurity and under-nutrition remain a hindrance to economic growth, with an estimated 8 million people needing food assistance. The World Food Programme (WFP) is committed to supporting the government's efforts to address these issues through various programs, including the delivery of food assistance and capacity building. To deliver its programs in Ethiopia, WFP relies on a strong and agile supply chain unit. The Ethiopia CO operates one of WFP's largest supply chain operations, moving over 400,000 metric tons of food per year to 3,000 distribution points and 26 refugee camps. The supply chain unit also plays a crucial role in delivering CBT in terms of monitoring the markets, engaging and contracting financial service providers and ensuring actual delivery and proper feedback mechanism for CBT activities. Your responsibilities as Supply Chain Officer are (among others): - Support the development of the country's supply chain strategy for food assistance, including analysis of markets, supply chains, and delivery mechanisms, as well as determining specific activities and budgetary requirements for supporting food assistance delivery. - Participate in evaluation and contracting of retailers and financial service providers to sustainably and efficiently meet beneficiaries' needs. - Maintain and manage a list of contracted retailers and financial service providers. - Train staff, build relationships, set up monitoring and reporting, and analyze data to improve retail engagement and operations. - Work with various stakeholders to set up and implement market development activities, establish performance indicators to measure success, and report regularly to relevant units and stakeholders. - Provide coordination and supply chain staff capacity development, familiarize with corporate tools and templates, and engage with external stakeholders to establish preparedness actions for CBT operations in the WFP CO. - Promote digitalization, use data analytics, and collaborate with other WFP units to produce analysis reports on market indicators. Part of the [Swiss JPO Programme](https://www.cinfo.ch/jpo), this position is sponsored by the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation SDC of the FDFA. Please find the full job description here: For the Swiss JPO programme: - Swiss nationality - Not older than 32 years at the date of the first round of interviews - Fluency in English and a second UN language - Master's degree - Strong interest in a longer-term career with the United Nation For this position: - Advanced university degree in Supply Chain Management, Public Administrations, Business Management or Social Sciences. - Three years of relevant working experience in the field of Supply Chain management, either in the private sector or development/humanitarian sector (Counted at 100%, gained after completion of first university degree, Internship experience counted 100%, both paid and unpaid). - Proficiency in Windows MS Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook). - Behavioural competencies such as Action Management, Client Orientation, Cognitive Capacity, Innovation, Partnering and Teamwork. Desirable requirements: - To perform the wide range of tasks and excel in this position, the ideal candidate would also possess: - Exposure to the international arena either by direct work for an international institution/organization; or, if working for a national entity, by way of interacting with international stakeholders; - Intermediate level of one, or more, of the following official languages: French, Spanish, Arabic, Chinese, Russian and Portuguese; - WFP's international professionals are required to serve in different locations around the world during the course of their career (including in hardship duty stations); willingness to be mobile would maximise opportunities for long-term retention into the Organization. Please find more details in the full job description. Important details regarding your application: Make sure your profile on cinfoPoste is complete and up to date: - Motivation letter in English (not more than 3500 characters, to be inserted in the pop-up window when you click on "apply") - CV in English - [P11 form](https://www.cinfo.ch/sites/default/files/documents/p11form_wihout_motivation.docx) duly completed and uploaded under the section "documents". Note that we will base our evaluation and calculation of your relevant experience on the P11. - Work certificates, diplomas and university credentials (as PDF) uploaded under the section "documents" Application deadline: 05 April 2023 First round of interviews: 26. + 27. April 2023 in Bienne/Switzerland or online Start date: Please be aware that the recruitment process may take 3 to 6 months. You are expected to start your assignment within 3 months following notification of selection. Any questions? Contact Caroline Johnigk, cinfo's Recruitment Specialist, recruitment@cinfo.ch
Role & Responsibilities The role of the Finance Partner (FP) is to collaborate with country programmes and GSO to prepare, monitor and provide key, accurate financial information to stakeholders and to offer advice, analysis, forecasting, support and training in funding management in order to inform decision making, promote best financial practice and mitigate financial risks. The primary responsibility of the Finance Partner team is to provide key support to International Programmes in supporting Country Programme (CP) leadership to fund and deliver effective financial plans that will enable the delivery of the country programmes. Finance Partners support the Head of country programme (HCP) and Country leadership teams to grow and manage their financial resources. FPs provide oversight of funds management across CPs. The senior Finance Partner (SFP) will be responsible for: coordination of the work of the Finance Partners, ensuring good planning and effective delivery of workplan. S/He will ensure delivery on financial management capacity building of country programme finance managers and senior staff; providing consolidated analysis of and reports on the financial performance of country programmes; providing global country programme risk analysis and insight to senior stakeholders. In addition, the Senior Finance Partner will be a technical advisor to other Finance team at GSO and support finance change projects across Medair (UNIT4 etc). Project Overview Medair Global Support Office (GSO) provides operational guidance for country programmes, along with both technical and compassionate support for our relief workers. Within the GSO and affiliate offices, we are also responsible for promoting the work of Medair to the world, to raise and manage the funds needed to run our life-saving and sustaining programmes, and to recruit international and GSO staff. Medair GSO Finance Department, is primarily focused on Medair financial and investment decisions, acts as a financial gatekeeper and strategic advisor in daily business operation and also mid to long-term strategic decisions of Medair, with streamlined and optimized key processes, via leveraging fit-for-purpose system. Workplace & Working conditions This is a GSO based position in Lausanne Switzerland, with regular field visits. - Swiss or eligible EU citizens, or those with a valid work permit for Switzerland, can apply. Starting Date / Initial Contract Details As soon as possible. Full time, open-ended contract. Key Activity Areas Finance Partners Technical Advisor & Team Coordination - Coordinates FP annual, monthly work planning. With the team manager moderate the Finance Partner team meetings and agenda, and to offer day-to-day Finance Partner supervision and support. - Contribute technical advice to Finance Partners to build their capacity and ensure management and staff receive quality support. Proactively suggest solutions and foster team synergy to overcome workload issues and contribute to the team well-being. To work in a close collaboration with team Manager on finance priorities. Country funding strategy and monitoring - Provide technical leadership and advice to International Programme (IP) senior management to develop their financial plans, funding and expenditure budgets. With the IP leadership team, review country plans, project plans and funding. - Actively participate in the Country Team Meeting (overview of funding/spending status and future projection). - Provide advice to HCP (Head of Country Program) and country team about funding situation and strategy. - Lead the preparation and consolidation annual budgets for the country programs and re-forecasts on the country programs. - Develop and/or review of all funding for designated CP ? budget applications and reporting (including fundraising initiatives from other affiliates) for both quality and accuracy; cost recovery and relevant financial risks. - Review and consolidated information from Country Programmes to produce quarterly funding and expenditure financial analysis, forecasts and narrative information. - Provide additional financial analysis, reports and advice to International Programme leadership and Finance Director e.g. trend analysis of past performance, funding gaps, cost recovery, value for money and other ad-hoc management reports. - Contribute to the development of Funding management reporting standards and norms for Medair. - Support the creation of financial models and tools to assist budget creation and analysis across financial years - Coordinate CP financial risk matrix and reporting on a quarterly basis. - To actively participate Head of Country Programme Team Meeting with overview of funding / spending status and future projections; and financial risks overview. - To conduct monthly review meetings with stakeholders and to act as a key point of contact to support the key stakeholders with business operation, capital and investment proposals. - To advise & direct the funding needs with CD / HCP / CP finance manager. Monitor performance and determine improvement areas by developing key performance indicators for critical metrics. Funding Management - Monitoring and analysing overall budgets (including revisions). - Supports the quality review of high-risk donor budget proposal development. - Review performance on donor contracts and Private funding. Monitor donor income received and receivable; cost recovery, impact of exchange rates ? highlighting risks and/or opportunities to Head of CP and CD, and Finance management team. - To proactively participate in "Donor audit" via collaborating with other relevant parties. Ensure proper communication regarding audit observations are properly followed upon by various stakeholders. - Monitor country Private Funding need overview. To clearly understand & communicate donor requirements, and prepare Donor reports in a proactive and timely manner. Innovation and Change Management - Implementation of a new finance system, Support the implementation of current and new tools and processes to support effective funds management. - Streamline and optimize the key processes related to Project Accounting & Financial management. Leadership - Play a proactive leadership role on the Finance Leadership Team including global financial support and capacity building. Develop and maintain effective working relationships across the global finance function to ensure an integrated approach, mutual learning and effective use of resources. - Lead on specific corporate initiatives and projects as delegated, this would include multi-country and global projects. Effective management of the Assistant Finance Partners, ensuring clarity of workplans and performance management. Perform any additional tasks as requested by the Manager and/or Finance Director. Team Spiritual Life - Reflect the values of Medair with team members, local staff, beneficiaries, and external contacts. - Work and pray together in our Christian faith-based team settings. Fully contribute to the rich spiritual life of your team, including team devotions, prayers, and words of encouragement. - Encouraged to join and contribute to Medair's international prayer network. This job description covers the main tasks that are anticipated. Other tasks may be assigned as necessary. Qualifications - College / university graduated with major in finance or accounting. - Professional qualification in accounting, preferred a holder of CPA (certified public accountant), or CMA (certified managerial accountant) or other finance related licenses. Experience - People management experience (minimum 2 years). - Minimum relevant working experience in accounting and finance for (3 to 5 years, it is a plus if holding field experience in the humanitarian or development sector. - Proficient in Excel; deep knowledge in ERP systems and other financial management tools as required to be highly productive in performing the job. Strong knowledge of accounting, finance, internal control and risk management. - Demonstrated ability to effectively interact with Program teams and other stakeholders to work through issues and operational challenges with, getting into details to ensure you understand the cost drivers of the business and can provide insight to the non-finance members. Proven project financial management experience (to include budgeting, reporting and analysis and revenue recognition) preferably in a project-based organization. - Good presentation skills. Strategic mind-set with mid-to-long term view. - Excellent analytical ability with a good attention to detail with high capacity to draw intelligence from numbers. - Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to present plans to support business decisions. - Good time management skills, ability to prioritize workload and ability to work to strict reporting deadlines. - Business Acumen: holding strong Field of knowledge for the position, specify in regard to Humanitarian essentials, Sphere and CHS standards, other international humanitarian guidelines and protocols. How to applyPlease ensure you are fully aware of the: a) [Medair organizational values](https://www.medair.org/jobs/our-culture/) b) Medair is committed to safeguarding the protection of beneficiaries, volunteers, staff and partners, and particularly children. Therefore, we do not employ staff whose background we understand to be unsuitable for working with children. Medair staff are required to give the utmost respect to, and comply with, [Medair's accountability policies and best practices](https://www.medair.org/accountability/). c) [Medair Relief & Recovery Orientation Course (ROC)](https://www.medair.org/jobs/roc/) (which forms part of the recruitment selection process for field positions). Application Process To apply, go to this vacancy on our [Medair Page.](https://www.medair.org/positions/senior-finance-partner-ch-gso-1/) Please do not make multiple applications. We will not review email applications. Only English-language applications / CVs will be reviewed.
Education, Research and Innovation Internship in the Science Office The Embassy of Switzerland is currently offering a full-time (40 hours per week) internship in the Science Office from September 1, 2023 ? February 28, 2024 or March 1, 2024 ? August 31, 2024. The remuneration for this position is USD 3,200 per month (gross salary). The mission of the Science Office is to strengthen cooperation in education, research, innovation and space between Switzerland and the United States. The Intern will be involved with policy analysis and reporting as well as science diplomacy as a whole, for which reason this position is ideal for students of the humanities, social sciences, law, as well as those who studied in the sciences. The Science Office also organizes regular events to showcase Switzerland's excellence in education (including the apprenticeship system), research and innovation. As a member of the Science Office team, the successful candidate will participate in above-mentioned activities of the office. The candidate will also organize and implement various aspects of the "ThinkSwiss" program (http://thinkswiss.org). More information is available HERE. Candidate should possess: a specific interest in science diplomacy and in education, science, technology and innovation policies; a general interest in international and American politics with strong knowledge of current affairs; an ability to work independently in a small dynamic team; excellent communication skills for reaching out to students interested in Switzerland, communicating with Embassy partners and composing draft reports; organizational skills for planning and attending functions and events. Candidate must: be a Swiss citizen, or be a non-Swiss citizen with a valid work permit for the period of the internship; possess excellent written and spoken communication skills in English; speak and write fluently German, French or Italian, with passive knowledge of at least one other official language; not have completed more than 12 months of cumulative internship experience in the Federal Administration since first graduating from a university or a university of applied sciences ? including the 6 months of this internship in Washington. All applicants must submit the following documents in one single PDF document ? not to exceed 5 MB: curriculum vitae (in English) motivation letter (in English) diploma and / or transcript from current university any certificates of internship or employment The Embassy of Switzerland offers internships in various departments, but please apply to one announcement only. In order to process your application in a timely manner, please write in the email subject line your "LAST NAME, First Name, Internship in the Science Office". Please understand that due to the number of applicants you will not be contacted by the Embassy unless you have been selected for an interview. Any interviews will be conducted no later than 3 weeks after the submission deadlines stated above. Send application package to: washington.praktikant@eda.admin.ch Application Deadlines: For the period from September 1, 2023 ? February 28, 2024: April 30, 2023 For the period from March 1, 2024 ? August 31, 2024: October 31, 2023
Role & Responsibilities Manage the development and implementation of the projects to facilitate the implementation of the country programme strategy. Providing leadership, strategic direction, management and evaluation of all aspects of the programme, the Deputy Country Director (DCD) also plays a key role in external representation, legal compliance and team leadership. Project Overview Emergency health, WASH and infrastructure projects targeting displaced, war affected and vulnerable populations in NE Congo. Projects aimed at long term and sustainable behaviour change in general population and state health employees to improve public health and humanitarian access. Workplace & Working conditions Field based in Goma, D.R. Congo with trips to remote field sites where living and working conditions will likely be more basic. Starting Date / Initial Contract Details As soon as possible. Full time, minimum contract of 12-24 months. Key Activity Areas Programme Management - Facilitate cross cutting communications with the programme teams supporting programme strategy. - Responsible for an effective implementation of Medair's projects in DRC. - Ensure accurate and timely reporting of activities to Country Director, GSO and donors. - Ensure the timely development and submission of high-quality concept papers and proposals. - Ensure regular project monitoring and evaluation against project objectives. Ensure the CD and other relevant staff are kept informed of progress and that corrective measures are taken where required. - Support field project managers in all aspects of project management, ensuring knowledge of and adherence to applicable operational systems, donor requirements and country programme strategy. - Prepare and implement policies, procedures and guidelines, with relevant Sector Advisors, field project managers and GSO staff, so as to enhance the smooth running of the programmes. - Represent Medair at relevant national and local meetings with government officials, contractors, other NGOs, etc., reporting back as applicable to staff, field managers and GSO. Financial Management - Supervise the budget management and expenditure for project t and shared costs, in collaboration with field project managers and GSO staff, ensuring budgets are spent according to donor proposals and regulations and within the appropriate time frame. Advise the senior field managers of the financial status of the projects. - Monitor programme spending, ensuring relevant guidelines and procedures and being followed and that systems are in place for the prevention and detection of possible fraud in cooperation with the Finance Manager and Deputy Country Director (Support). Staff Management - Line manage designated staff, including direct supervision and development. - Assist other managers in their line management responsibilities, including recruitment, appraisal, objective setting, development and training, disciplinary action, etc., and deputise for them during any periods of absence. - Facilitate regular team meetings and, through a consultative leadership style and a transparent, honest and supportive communication structure, develop and build an effective team. - Reflect the vision and live the values of Medair at all times and especially when interacting with team members and provide them with leadership, advice and support. - Develop direct reports to improve their knowledge competence and performance. Security Management - Assist the Country Director in managing security incidents, as required. Communication - Develop and maintain a transparent, honest and supportive communication structure with colleagues to ensure they are kept informed of support related activities and requirements. - Develop and maintain positive relationships with suppliers, local authorities, other NGOs and any other stakeholders, representing Medair and ensuring good co-operation and partnerships. Quality Management - Promote and use the Medair intranet and other operating procedures, ensuring that all standardised formats are used and guidelines are followed. - With relevant managers, review, develop and implement (as applicable) systems to improve transparency and to detect and ultimately prevent loss or fraud. Carry-out regular inspections and spot-checks, both on systems and on-going work, to ensure the best use of Medair assets and resources. Team Spiritual Life - Reflect the values of Medair with team members, local staff, beneficiaries, and external contacts. - Work, live, and pray together in our Christian faith-based team settings. Fully contribute to the rich spiritual life of your team, including team devotions, prayers, and words of encouragement. - Encouraged to join and contribute to Medair's international prayer network. This job description covers the main tasks that are anticipated. Other tasks may be assigned as necessary. Qualifications - University degree in a relevant subject such as Management/Development Studies/Business Administration or in a relevant technical subject ? preferably public health related. - Excellent working knowledge of the English (spoken and written). Experience - 2 years of experience in a senior leadership position; experience in the implementation of aid projects. - Experience in preparing proposals and donor reports. - Advanced leadership and management skills; committed to consultative and servant leadership. - Excellent communication skills; coaching and training skills. - Able to oversee multiple tasks, prioritising and delegating, and to build trust and enforce procedures. All new deploying international staff to Medair's country programmes (and other roles which require field travel) should be fully vaccinated with a WHO-approved COVID vaccine, supported with a COVID vaccination certificate as evidence. How to applyPlease ensure you are fully aware of the: a) [Medair organizational values](https://www.medair.org/jobs/our-culture/) b) Medair is committed to safeguarding the protection of beneficiaries, volunteers, staff and partners, and particularly children. Therefore, we do not employ staff whose background we understand to be unsuitable for working with children. Medair staff are required to give the utmost respect to, and comply with, [Medair's accountability policies and best practices](https://www.medair.org/accountability/). c) [Medair Relief & Recovery Orientation Course (ROC)](https://www.medair.org/jobs/roc/) (which forms part of the recruitment selection process for field positions). Application Process To apply, go to this vacancy on our [Medair Page.](https://www.medair.org/positions/deputy-country-director-drc-goma-5/) Please do not make multiple applications. We will not review email applications. Only English-language applications / CVs will be reviewed.