Skat Consulting Ltd. is an owner-operated, independent, and internationally engaged consulting company based in St. Gallen. We are committed to sustainable development and carry out projects and consultancies in international cooperation and humanitarian aid. Skat Consulting is led by a three-person management team consisting of CEO, Deputy CEO and Chief Financial Officer. We are looking for a successor to the CEO position ? with immediate effect or by arrangement ? to successfully lead Skat Consulting into the future. Responsibilities - Chairing the management team, with operational responsibility for the effective, professional, and financially successful management and steering of the company. - Further development of the company in line with the strategic guidelines of the Board of Directors. - Overall responsibility for corporate planning, budgeting, and reporting. - Acquisition of mandates and projects, networking, and client care. - Member of the Board of Directors, reporting to the Board of Directors and the Annual General Meeting. - Management of own projects and project teams and implementation of consulting mandates. Profile - Leadership experience in management or in the management of departments or large teams and projects. - Motivating, communicative and appreciative leadership personality with strong interpersonal skills. - Entrepreneurial personality with a strategic mindset and competency in corporate development and the development of new innovative business areas. - Experience in managing and implementing international projects for sustainable development, ideally also in international cooperation or humanitarian aid. - Experience in consulting and project management in one of Skat Consulting's strategic business areas, or complementary knowledge, is an advantage: Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency; Local Governance, Public Services Delivery, and Decentralisation; Sustainable Building, Settlements and Reconstruction; Water Supply and Sanitation, Integrated Water Resources Management. - Willingness to travel within Switzerland and abroad for several weeks per year. - Very good written and oral skills in English and good skills in German. Knowledge of French, Spanish, or another world language is an advantage. Offer We offer a versatile position with the opportunity to design and shape the business in a purpose-orientated company in an international environment. You can expect attractive and flexible working conditions, the opportunity to work partly from home, and an annual working hours model. Contact us Does this opportunity appeal to you? We look forward to receiving your application by January 24, 2024. cinfo, the Center for Information, Counselling and Training for Professions relating to International Cooperation in Biel, is mandated to carry out the pre-selection. The application procedure takes place electronically via the link below. You are welcome to contact recruitment@cinfo.ch with any questions.
1. Background to the Principles for Peace The Principles for Peace Foundation (P4P) stands at the forefront of global peace engagement. Founded with the visionary aim to redefine peace engagement worldwide, P4P harnesses the Principles for Peace to catalyze transformative shifts in policy, practice, and financing, ultimately striving for a more durable and impactful peace. As an independent catalyst, P4P champions wide-reaching, multi-stakeholder collaboration and bridges actors across varied intervention levels, united by the Principles for Peace. Our influential global network weaves together experts from diplomatic, political, security, and development sectors, positioning us as a connective tissue that fosters equitable partnerships from the local grassroots to the international stage. We curate a holistic reading and narrative of the peace and conflict landscape through our regional and country-specific Participatory Periodic Reviews for Peace (PPR). This knowledge ecosystem, underpinned by diverse sectoral insights, guides decision-makers, signaling pivotal moments for strategic redirection. P4P's endeavors in peace engagement are bolstered by a rich tapestry of tools ? from peacegaming and playbooks to tailored simulations. These instruments, conceived in synergy with decision-makers experts and rooted in local wisdom, support peacemaking and peacebuilding strategies at varying scales, all guided by our foundational Principles for Peace. These Principles, crafted through an exhaustive two-year evidence generational and consultation process involving 700 case studies and consultations in over 60 countries, encapsulate the contemporary call for a rejuvenated philosophy in peacemaking. They serve as a shared compass for diagnosis, decision-making, and timely interventions in the realm of peace. Our collaboration with the revered International Commission on Inclusive Peace and engagement with a myriad of stakeholders, from the grassroots to governmental echelons, has solidified Principles for Peace as the most expansive collective endeavor in the peace arena, with over 120 participating global organizations. 2. job summary The Programme and Country Support Officer will play a crucial role in implementing, monitoring, and expanding the Principles for Peace (P4P) initiatives at the country level. This position requires a multifaceted professional adept at program planning, strategic oversight, stakeholder engagement, and business development. The officer will ensure that P4P's interventions are effectively managed, aligned with global best practices, and adequately financed. 3. key responsabilities a) Programme planning and implementation: - Lead the development and execution of country-specific rollout strategies, ensuring they are grounded in P4P's frameworks, tools, and methodologies. - Assist in coordinating and supporting Participatory Periodic Reviews (PPR), working closely with the measurement team and national partners. b) Programme management and policy support: - Provide comprehensive programmatic support, ensuring program activities are congruent with the Principles for Peace and organizational goals. - Guide the preparation and approval processes for strategic documents, including project documents, ensuring alignment with P4P's strategic direction. c) Monitoring, evaluation, and resource management: Implement robust monitoring of program outputs and budgets to optimize resource allocation and ensure program targets are achieved. d) Business development and resource mobilization: - Work closely with the partnership team to Identify and pursue new funding opportunities, draft compelling proposals, and create briefing materials to support resource mobilization strategies. - Foster relationships with current and prospective donors, effectively communicating P4P's value proposition and aligning efforts with donor interests and priorities. e) Directorate collaboration: - Work closely with the directorate to coordinate and prepare reports, briefing materials, briefing notes, and policy briefs. - Ensure the directorate is well-informed for internal and external engagements, synthesizing complex information into actionable insights and clear communications. f) Stakeholder engagement and representation: Represent P4P in relevant forums, working groups, and discussions, elevating the organization's profile and influence in the peacebuilding ecosystem. 4. Conditions of service P4P believes that salary levels should be set in a consistent manner, ensuring equal pay for equal value, responsible use of resources, and at a level that allows the organization to be as competitive as possible. Job size and contribution value, local labor market, and requirements to attract and retain talent in favorable conditions, are the main factors that structure P4P's compensation framework. A staff member shall accrue 2.5 days per month of annual leave for each month of service equating to a maximum of 6 weeks leave per year. Staff members are insured for retirement, disability and death by the state insurance AVS and the pension plan provided by a private insurer (foundation), based on the LPP (loi sur la prévoyance professionnelle). P4P entered into a contract with a private foundation to provide adequate coverage for retirement, disability or death. Details of this plan are available on the online platform of CIEPP. 60% of the costs are covered by the employer and 40% by the employee. P4P operates flexible work hours but requires that all its staff are available daily during the "core periods" of 10.00h to 12.00h and 14.00h to 17.00h. Employees are entitled to work from home for one day per week. Please note that P4P cannot facilitate work permits for non-EU/EFTA nationals at this time. 5. Join the p4p journey If you seek to be part of an innovative and forward-thinking organization with a genuine commitment to global peace and security, the Principles for Peace Foundation welcomes you. Embrace the opportunity to collaborate with diverse partners, influence realpolitik, and transform societies at the grassroots level. Together, we can reshape the landscape of peace processes and forge a path to a more peaceful world. Come and be a driving force in the Principles for Peace Foundation - where innovation, collaboration, and lasting impact converge. We value diversity and aim to achieve gender equality, welcoming applications from all backgrounds. 6. How to apply Submit a cover letter and resume/CV detailing relevant experience and qualifications for this multifaceted role to hr@principlesforpeace.org by the 1st of December 2023. Please include writing samples and references Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted. - A degree in Peace Studies, International Relations, Development Studies, or a related field. - Five years of Demonstrated experience in program management, including planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation, preferably within the peacebuilding, peacemaking, or international development sectors. Field experience is a strong asset. - Strong business development and resource mobilization skills, with experience in proposal writing and donor relations. - Exceptional analytical and strategic thinking abilities, with a proven track record of managing complex projects and making data-driven decisions. - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of building and maintaining productive relationships with a diverse range of partners and stakeholders. - An inherent growth mindset, entrepreneurial spirit, willingness to go above and beyond for mission success, flexibility, and adaptability are essential. - Willingness and ability to travel internationally, often to challenging environments, as required. - Eligibility to work in Switzerland: Candidates must be EU/EFTA nationals or possess a valid work permit that allows them to work in Switzerland. Please note that P4P cannot facilitate work permits for non-EU/EFTA nationals at this time.
Role & Responsibilities The Senior Global Emergency Response Team (G-ERT) Officer is available for immediate deployment for emergency response operations to provide team leadership and in-county coordination, linking with donors and partner organisations, designing of strategy, and ensuring overall quality and execution of response in immediate phases. The Senior G-ERT Officer also serves as a main focal point in the emergency location, ensures effective communication with Global Support Office (GSO). He/she could also be deployed as Team Leader and/or Projects Coordinator in an emergency response or in a senior management role supporting emergencies in existing country programmes. Project Overview The G-ERT is a standing global emergency response team and consists of 4-5 members. New emergency responses historically comprise around 7% of annual Medair portfolio budget. In recent years, this has amounted to USD$3.5m on average and has involved 1-3 new responses per year (many have become longer-term country programmes). Workplace & Working conditions Global Support Office (GSO) position based in Lausanne, Switzerland. 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, 80% (100% when deployed) Key Activity Areas Emergency Response Management ? Deployment SRATEGY - W/G-ERT Head & programme staff, lead strategic planning, ensure assessments implementation & other activities - With G-ERT Head, ensure adherence to country policies pursuing registration & permissions from local authorities - Strong current humanitarian & political developments in country analysis, disseminate relevant parts internally - Develop and maintain transparent and accountable contact with relevant funding partners representatives to secure sufficient funding for emergency response and initial programming - Coordinate design of project plans and writing of proposals - Ensure Medair is represented in relevant cluster & meetings, Flash Appeals inputs & Humanitarian Response Plans ACCOUNTABILITY AND COMMUNICATION - Ensure activities implementation, monitoring, evaluation & reporting, in-line w/approved proposals & budgets - Promote & support external communication needs for Engagement Department via Communications staff - Develop, maintain regular, transparent, honest and supportive communication with all members of ERT and GSO - Submit regular situation reports as needed by GSO and fulfil reporting obligations to national authorities FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT - Ensure minimum financial processes are carried out in a timely manner during an emergency response - Ensure financial controls monthly analysis based, are in place, compliant, cost-effective, within authorised budget - Ensure analysis of projected cash flow and that timely cash requests are sent to GSO as needed SECURITY MANAGEMENT - Ensure security management during the emergency response based on adherence to Medair's security policy and guidelines, and the management of security incidents in a way that protects staff, organisation and assets - Ensure security location plans are written, up-to-date, appropriate, include standard operating procedures (SOPs), and with a system for briefings and inductions when staff arrive - Ensure appropriate in-country Crisis Management capacity as described in Medair's Crisis Management Plan HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT - Lead, manage deployed staff on emergency response team and provide spiritual leadership to team as appropriate - Support HR/Finance on emergency response team to ensure adherence to Medair HR policies including recruitment, performance management, development, training and disciplinary action - Encourage Medair values working & living environment, support staff well-being, implement Staff Health Plan - Ensure compliance with National Labour Law when applicable NETWORKING AND INFLUENCE - Develop and maintain good working relationships with relevant authorities, donors, clusters or other coordination mechanisms, and other key actors including partners, UN, INGOs, local NGOs - Maintain contact list of key contacts and authorities in the emergency response country GSO Responsibilities ? when not deployed STRATEGIC PLANNING AND PREPAREDNESS - Support development of SOPs, policies, toolkits, trainings, etc modules to improve efficiency and effectiveness of Medair emergency response teams globally - Support Medair county programmes to respond to new onset emergencies through surge deployment or assistance in developing contingency plans and in-country tools - Utilize technical expertise in humanitarian response areas to grow Medair, G-ERT, into new areas and innovations COORDINATION AND COMMUNICATION - Establish close, strategic, build relationships with bilateral and multilateral aid & humanitarian agencies at regional & headquarter levels to facilitate strategic, principled, appropriate and timely humanitarian response - Engage in relevant humanitarian networks in order to share ideas, good practice, stay informed on current humanitarian aid trends, and elevate the visibility of Medair as an emergency response partner - Support fundraising & communications materials development & review to support Medair fundraising strategy OTHER - Fulfil other organisational mission-critical responsibilities agreed with G-ERT Head and Intl. Programmes Director 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. This job description covers the main tasks that are anticipated. Other tasks may be assigned as necessary. Qualifications - Relevant university degree (Bachelor) and relevant professional experience - Training in security risk management/ staff management - Excellent working knowledge of the English language (speaking and writing) Experience - At least 5 years relevant post qualification experience - 2-3 years humanitarian experience (at least one initial emergency response/start-up in an insecure environment) - 1-2 years' experience with Medair in country programs - Knowledge of humanitarian context, sector standards, Sphere standards, CHS and protection issues - Experience in networking and negotiation with donors; proven ability to secure, manage and report on grants - Proven experience in project cycle management and programme funding 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-global-emergency-response-team-officer/) Please do not make multiple applications. We will not review email applications. Only English-language applications / CVs will be reviewed.
Role & Responsibilities In partnership with the Country Director, manage the development of new project and funding opportunities. Providing leadership, strategic direction, management and evaluation of all aspects of the Medair projects, the DCD also plays a key role in liaison with local authorities, donors and other relevant stakeholders, team leadership, program development and security. Project Overview Medair's emergency response team was deployed in Sudan in February 2020 with the objectives of re-applying for country registration and to re-establish relationship with government authorities, donor agencies, UN partners, and INGOs. The team has also been ascertaining information on gaps and priorities to understand the humanitarian context, and identifying programmatic gaps for potential interventions. As of March 2020, Medair obtained registration to start multi-sector programming in in Sudan. Location (s) for the implementation of project is being determined based on needs and assessments. Workplace & Working conditions Nairobi, Kenya or Sudan, as security allows. Starting Date / Initial Contract Details October 2023. Full time, 6 months with possibility of extension. Key Activity Areas Project Management - Contribute to the strategic direction of the Sudan programme as part of the Senior Management Team. - Oversee the overall implementation of the designated project(s) in consultation with the Country Director and relevant Project Manager(s) and in accordance with the project proposals ensuring objectives are met within the required time frame and budget. Where necessary ensure preventative and corrective action is taken. - Maintain an overview of the larger Sudan context with a view to the strategic development of new projects both in current sites and in other regions. This may include leading baseline needs assessments in other regions of Sudan. - Support the Country Director, programme staff and PFM in the development and production of new project concepts and proposals. - Develop and maintain relationships with relevant stakeholders (e.g. beneficiaries, community leaders, local and national government officials, donors, UN agencies and other NGOs) and represent Medair at meetings to facilitate and ensure cooperation and partnerships. - Manage a comprehensive activity plan for the designated project(s), including resource needs analysis, covering the time frame of the project proposal. - Support relevant Project Manager(s) in day-to-day decision making. - Ensure that regular monitoring and evaluation assessments against project objectives are conducted and reports are made to the relevant in-country or GSO managers or to donors. Security Management - Guide the process, monitor and review security assessments for new locations and the security status of the area(s) of operation on a regular basis, liaising as applicable with local authorities, other NGOs, the UN, the NGO Forum and INSO, or other relevant security bodies. Make reports, as appropriate, to the Country Director. - Ensure all staff members working for the designated projects and all visitors receive appropriate briefings and on-going training in security-related topics. - Oversee and monitor staff adherence to security protocols, including security incident reports. - Ensure security plans and protocols for the programme locations are updated and implemented. - Assist the Country Director in managing security incidents, as required. - Lead the Security Management Team in the Country Directors' absence. Financial Management - Plan and construct the budgets for the designated projects, in collaboration with the relevant Project Manager(s) and Sector Advisers and in accordance with donor guidelines. - Ensure that budgets are spent according to donor proposals and regulations and within the timeframe, making any budget adjustment recommendation. - Monitor the spending of the designated project(s) to ensure they operate in line with Medair and donor guidelines for financial accounting and reporting practices. - Ensure procedures are in place and working effectively for all financial activities (cash management, deadlines and audit requirements). Staff Management - Provide coverage of international staff, particularly Country Director and Project Coordinator, during leave absences. - Ensure all personnel related issues for the staff of the designated project(s) are carried out in accordance with Medair guidelines. This includes recruitment, appraisals, objective setting, development and training, disciplinary action, etc. If applicable, work with the relevant Project Manager(s). - Ensure that staff receive training by providing coaching and through the promotion of capacity building of staff. - Promote the health and security of the staff of the designated project(s) by ensuring the application of security guidelines, health and safety in the workplace and healthy living conditions and practices. Quality Management - Ensure designated project(s) are implemented in line with donor proposals and requirements and in accordance with Medair, donor, country and international standards. - Follow the direction of the relevant advisors at GSO regarding quality, strategy and technical guidelines. - Regularly assess and provide feedback and recommendations on the quality of the programmes and interventions during field visits. - Promote and use the Medair intranet, SharePoint and other operating procedures, ensuring that all standardised formats are used and guidelines are followed. This job description covers the main tasks that are anticipated. Tasks may be assigned and modified 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). Knowledge of Arabic desired. Experience - 5 years post-qualification experience in a management position, preferably in a relief environment. - 3 years experience in project management. - 3 years working in a field-based humanitarian context. - Knowledge of Humanitarian Essentials, Sphere and HAP Standards and other international humanitarian guidelines. - Computer literate with good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook. - Team-player with good inter-personal skills. Committed to team building. - Self-motivated, energetic, hard-working, servant hearted. - Capacity to work under pressure and manage personal stress levels. Creative, open-minded, flexible, self-learner. - Advanced planning, assessment and analytical skills. Good report and proposal writing skills. - Advanced leadership and project management skills. Committed to consultative and servant leadership. 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/senior-management-dcd-sdn/) Please do not make multiple applications. We will not review email applications. Only English-language applications / CVs will be reviewed.
Role & Responsibilities Oversee the financial and HR activities of the programme. Responsibility for the accounting functions required to provide accurate and timely information on the financial status of the programme to donors, HQ, field management and field teams. Organise and further develop the financial processes, managing the finance team, providing coaching and training as required. Recruitment of national HR staff, staff policy development, co-ordination of training and general staff well-being. The Finance and HR Manager also works with field management and HQ on in-country issues for employees on international contracts. Project Overview Medair's emergency response team was deployed in Sudan in February 2020 with the objectives of re-applying for country registration and to re-establish relationship with government authorities, donor agencies, UN partners, and INGOs. The team has also been ascertaining information on gaps and priorities to understand the humanitarian context, and identifying programmatic gaps for potential interventions. As of March 2020, Medair obtained registration to start multi-sector programming in in Sudan. Location (s) for the implementation of project is being determined based on needs and assessments. Workplace & Working conditions Field based position is based in Khartoum, Sudan ? remotely from Nairobi, Kenya until security allows. Starting Date / Initial Contract Details November 2023. Full time, 12 months with possible extension. Key Activity Areas Financial Management - Manage the day-to-day accounting functions of the programme including, but not limited to: - Reconciling / verifying bank and cash amounts on a regular basis - Ensuring payments are made in a timely fashion - Detailing expenditure through monthly expense sheets for all cash accounts - Preparing the monthly cash needs forecast for the programme, ensuring that money is transferred between locations in a timely manner and that daily cash needs are met - Preparing the monthly financial accounts - Supporting field bases in financial matters, as required - Providing functional supervision to Finance Officer in field locations - Ensure that Medair Finance Procedures are followed in the Country Programme's offices as part of internal control monitoring. - Work with Budget holders and HQ staff in the preparation and development of budgets for projects and shared costs. - Contribute to the financial management of signed donor grants. Human Resources Management for Employees on National Contracts and International Contracts International Contracts - Manage the day-to-day Human Resource functions of the programme: - Manage and co-ordinate the recruitment process for new / vacant positions in conjunction with the relevant line manager. This will include updates to job descriptions, advertise the vacancy, draw up the short-list, interview potential candidates and make the appointment - Ensure all nationally recruited staff have a current employment contract and receive a relevant and appropriate induction when commencing employment with Medair - Follow the correct procedures according to Medair policy and local labour laws when renewing or terminating a staff member's contract - Ensure relevant HR documentation is made available to staff in a language they understand or is explained verbally to those with limited reading ability - Support line managers as necessary on disciplinary action and grievance procedures. Administration - Meet the finance and HR related administrative requirements of Medair, donors, local legislation, suppliers, contractors, employees and any other stakeholders, so that the functions run efficiently, effectively and with integrity. - Prepare the monthly payroll list and payments for staff salaries and / or allowances in accordance with local employment regulations, ensuring that all required statutory deductions are made and subsequently paid to the appropriate authorities using implemented software systems. Staff Management - Manage and oversee the programme HR and finance staff including recruitment, day-to-day management, development and training, appraisal, etc. - Providing functional supervision to Finance and HR staff in field locations Security - Control and manage the security of in-country cash when held on site and when being transferred to other account holders. - Conduct regular internal audits and report immediately any possible fraud or theft. 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. Qualifications - University degree in relevant subject and/or Certified Public Accountant Part 2 (or equivalent) completed - Strong working knowledge of English (spoken and written). Experience - Relevant professional experience in a financial and/or HR position for at least four years. - Competent with Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook - Strong Christian commitment - Enthusiastic with a 'can-do' attitude - Able to develop and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders - Diplomatic and discreet - Able to work under pressure and manage personal stress levels, to regular deadlines - High numeracy skills - Excellent attention to detail - Good inter-personal and conflict resolution, and negotiating skills - Able to develop, coach and support other team members, including staff on national and international contracts - Strong organisational skills and the capacity to analyse and prioritise needs - Strong leadership skills and a supportive management style 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/finance-and-human-resources-manager-sdn/) Please do not make multiple applications. We will not review email applications. Only English-language applications / CVs will be reviewed.
Role & Responsibilities Scope out and assess new funding opportunities for the Medair Syria programme. Responsible for coordinating and facilitating the programme teams to prepare proposals and reports for submission to institutional and private donors as well as write proposals directly; maintain appropriate information systems; track the internal progress of proposals and reports; research new funding sources and support the Deputy/Country Director in donor relationship management. Also responsible for providing strategic support and review of all aspects of Medair's proposals and reports, including indicator tracking, kick-off and lessons learned meetings and engagement with Medair GSO (Global Support Office). Project Overview Medair has been operational in Syria in response to the Syrian crisis since 2015. Medair operates in the areas of health, WASH and SHE/NFI programming in government held areas of Syria. Medair Syria has bases in Damascus, Aleppo and Deir-Ez-Zor. In Damascus, projects are developed for south Syria, as well as housing the country office. In Aleppo (ALP), Medair is implementing projects in ALP and northern Hama (HAM) and in Deir-Ez-Zor, projects are implemented in DEZ as well as Raqqa (RAQ). Workplace & Working conditions Field based position in Damascus, Syria. Starting Date / Initial Contract Details In Field, November 2023. Full time ? 12 months with possible extension. Key Activity Areas Donors Relations Management - Support the Deputy/Country Director in developing and maintaining efficient donor relations with the representatives of relevant funding partners to secure funding for the country programme. - Keeping up to date with trends and analyse institutional donor funding opportunities for Syria and advise senior management on strategic funding decisions. Represent Medair at country-level meetings with donors. Programme Development - Coordinate and facilitate the drafting and presentation of all proposals, operational and financial reports related to the Syria programme, in collaboration with other relevant staff members. - Prepare and manage timelines for preparing proposal and report submissions. Provide templates, guidelines and donor-specific advice to ensure that all involved staff members are aware of their needed contributions. - Work with the Country Director on the implementation of a logical, & sustainable country strategy plan. Grant Management - Coordinate and track institutional and private donor proposals and reports, managed by the Country Director and in consultation with other senior field managers, GSO staff and the Head of Country Programmes (HCP). - Provide compliance advisory support to programme and finance team members to avoid negative audit findings; be instrumental in response to audit findings in the coordination of improvements within teams. - Maintain an overview of the assigned programme's relationships with, and funding from, Medair's key institutional donors; providing analysis and information to senior management where necessary. - In collaboration with Project Managers and the MEAL/IM Manager; assess adherence to targets (financial and beneficiary) on a monthly basis, reporting any areas of concern to the Deputy Country Director. - Maintain appropriate information systems including contract tracking, reporting schedules, revising Medair Syria's box structure, portfolio project and grant cards and other donor-specific data. Quality Management - Responsible for advising on project implementation to meet institutional donor requirements. - Ensuring that applications and reports are produced to a high standard, comply with donor guidelines, deadlines, contracts, and other donor needs and requests. Communication - Gather and prepare fundraising materials (e.g., gift handles, direct marketing resources, thank-you videos, stories) according to targets set by Regional Communications Manager (RCM). - Work closely with the RCM to gather specific resources for GSO initiatives and projects, the year-end campaign, events, or fundraising pushes. - Prepare, organise, and lead field visits of visitors, photographers, journalists, or media crews. - Establish and maintain service contracts with local photographers, journalists, and videographers. - Proactively liaise with local, regional, national and international media in Syria, to form strong relationships and build Medair's positive image locally. - Assist Medair staff on institutional donor and Medair visibility budgets, conditions, and requirements, developing a communications plan for each project in coordination with programme staff. - Other communications related tasks as deemed necessary by line manager. 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 Charity Management, Management Development Studies, Business Administration, International Development or another relevant technical subject. - Strong working knowledge of English (spoken and written). Experience - 2 years of professional experience in funding/proposal writing in a humanitarian, development of charitable context. - Knowledge of Humanitarian Essentials, Sphere and HAP Standards and other 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. - Experience of maintaining grant management systems. Good negotiation and networking skills. - Excellent interpersonal, communication and networking skills, including the ability to develop and manage effective relationships with current and new donors. 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/finance-grant-management-programme-funding-manager-syr/) Please do not make multiple applications. We will not review email applications. Only English-language applications / CVs will be reviewed.
Role & Responsibilities Working as an important member of a diverse team who are committed to serve the world's most vulnerable with practical and compassionate care the Finance Manager oversees the financial activities of the programme. Overseeing the financial activities of the programme, the Finance Manager carries out the various accounting functions required in order to provide accurate and timely information to donors, HQ, field management and the field teams on the financial status of the programme. This involves organising and further developing the financial processes required for the projects to function effectively as well as managing the finance team, providing coaching and training as required. Project Overview Multi-sectoral relief programme in South Sudan including provision of Health, Nutrition, WASH, Psychosocial support, and NFI/emergency shelter services across fixed and emergency response locations. Workplace & Working conditions Field based position is based in Juba, South Sudan. Living conditions are very basic. Starting Date / Initial Contract Details October 2023. Full time, 24 months. Key Activity Areas Financial Management - Manage the day-to-day accounting functions of the programme including, but not limited to: - Reconciling / verifying bank and cash amounts on a weekly basis. - Ensuring payments are made in a timely fashion, as well as in line with Medair policies and procedures. - Ensure prompt entry of all transactions for the programme into Field Connect, reviewing all transactions on a monthly basis - Compiling the monthly cash needs forecast for the programme, ensuring that money is transferred between locations in a timely manner and that daily cash needs are met. - Supporting field bases in financial matters, as required. - Monitoring project spending on an on-going (monthly) basis, and provide feedback to project teams, and senior management as required. - Ensure that Medair Finance Procedures are followed in all Country Programme's offices as part of internal control monitoring. - Work with Budget holders, senior management and HQ staff in the preparation and development of budgets for projects and shared costs. - Support the preparation of donor budgets and financial reports within the required time frame - Allocate cost's to donors in line with contracts and donor regulations. - Prepare for, manage and support internal and external field financial audits, providing all information required by local legislation, donors, HQ or other bodies. - Support internal and external HQ financial audits as required. Administration - Meet the finance related administrative requirements of Medair, donors, local legislation, suppliers, contractors and any other stakeholders, so that the financial aspects of the programme function efficiently, effectively and with integrity. - Work with HR to ensure the preparation of monthly payroll list, payment and record-keeping of staff salaries and / or allowances is done in a timely manner and in accordance with local employment regulations, ensuring that all required statutory deductions are made and subsequently paid to the appropriate authorities. - Support the HQ Finance Programmes Officer (FPO) in reporting to donors, providing relevant documents and narrative explanation of any anomalies or discrepancies. Staff management - Manage and oversee the programme finance staff including recruitment, day-to-day management, staff development and training, appraisal, etc. Provide functional supervision to field Finance Officers. Communication - Develop and maintain a communication structure with colleagues to ensure they are kept informed of applicable financial activities and requirements, including the distribution of key financial information. Security - Control and manage the security of in-country cash when held on site and when being transferred to other account holders. - Conduct regular internal audits and report immediately any possible fraud or theft Quality Management - Promote and use the Medair e-library and other operating procedures, ensuring that all standardised formats are used and guidelines are followed. Delegated Responsibilities - Management and oversight of cash and bank payments, ensuring the control of cash flow and the accuracy of all supporting documentation - Accurate and timely recording of all in-country financial transactions - Preparation of South Sudan Annual Accounts and coordinate audit of the accounts - Financial input for project budgets, donor proposals and reports in collaboration with field management and HQ - Legal compliance of Medair's in-country financial activities in accordance with Medair, donor, national and international requirements - Line management of finance staff, including recruitment, performance monitoring, disciplinary action, etc. - Implementation and improvement of finance systems and policies 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. Qualifications - Certified Public Accountant (CPA) completed. - Strong working knowledge of English (spoken and written). Experience - Relevant professional experience in a financial position for at least three years. - Experience in a financial supervisory position - Computer literate with good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook - Strong Christian commitment - Enthusiastic with a 'can-do' attitude4 - Compassionate, self-motivated, energetic, autonomous - Able to work under pressure and manage personal stress levels - Strong organisational skills and the capacity to analyse and prioritise needs - Able to take the initiative in project decisions - Good document writing skills - Able to cope with basic living conditions in the field and during field trips 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/finance-grant-management-finance-manager-sds/) Please do not make multiple applications. We will not review email applications. Only English-language applications / CVs will be reviewed.
Role & Responsibilities Member of a diverse team of Technical Advisors, the Senior MHPSS-Protection Advisor is responsible for leading and supporting the development and implementation of Medair's MHPSS strategy and systems at international and country program levels. S/he is expected to ensure Medair adheres to international guidelines and standards, strong beneficiary and donor accountability, and meeting reporting needs of other internal and external key stakeholders. The MHPSS-Protection Advisor will be responsible for supporting integration of mental health, psychosocial support, and protection into humanitarian response services at community and facility levels. This will involve providing technical advice and coordination on MHPSS to country programs and to GSO, training and capacity building of Medair country program staff involved in MHPSS. 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 our 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. The International Programmes Department is specifically responsible for the timely delivery and quality of Medair's humanitarian services in Medair country programmes with support from the HR, Engagement, Finance, Logistics and Information Technology Services departments. Workplace & Working conditions Global Support Office (GSO) position based in Lausanne, Switzerland. Swiss or eligible EU citizens, or those with a valid work permit for Switzerland, can apply. Remote work is possible (conditions apply). Travel to Medair country programmes for up to 2 to 3 months per year. Out of hours/ weekend work may be required from time to time. Starting Date / Initial Contract Details ASAP. Full-time open-ended contract. Key Activity Areas Strategy Implementation and Development - Review and update the Medair global MHPSS strategy and position paper in consultation GSO Advisors and the Programmes team with ELT approval. - Conduct annual strategic review and updates to ensure that the strategy aligns with humanitarian needs, best practices, and organizational priorities. - Define MHPSS and specific activities for involvement in MHPSS and protection mainstreaming that are appropriate for Medair, and identify the resources (human and financial) that are needed to implement these activities. - Develop specific MHPSS organizational policies and procedures to support standard operation procedures (SOPs), and a code of conduct for Medair. Ensure alignment to key international guidelines and initiatives. Programme Quality - Provide technical MHPSS advice at all key stages of the project management cycle. This includes travel to country programmes as well as review of proposals. - Improve the quality and coherence of MHPSS across Medair country programmes, by assisting and supporting country programmes in the development and regular review and monitoring of their MHPSS strategies and plans. - Develop a supervision plan and standards, for integrated mental Health and Protection programming that can be used in proposal development and HR plans at the country level. - Ensure appropriate clinical and psychosocial support supervision is in place for all MHPSS-Protection programs in Medair, in alignment with the defined standards. Training and Supervision - Develop and implement a plan for organisational capacity building on MHPSS, including induction and on-going training needs. - Support project managers to identify staff at all levels, but especially those who implement programmes directly, to receive training in basic, advanced, and supervisory skills. - Adapt or create standard training materials and resources and provide training to staff. - Share recommended external MHPSS related training courses for staff with MHPSS focal points and other relevant staff. Human Resources/Staff Care - Provide guidance and recommendations for the mental well-being of GSO, and field staff to HR/Staff Wellbeing Advisor at GSO. - Provide MHPSS staff and focal points with a support package of up-front training, monthly supervision, ongoing peer support, on-going training and facilitate access to external counseling and support. Representation - Represent Medair as the technical expert in MHPSS. - Develop and maintain MHPSS and humanitarian networks for shared learning and to stay informed on current MHPSS related humanitarian aid trends. - Speak on behalf of Medair concerning MHPSS issues to the humanitarian community and media. Communication and Fundraising - Review and technically approve communication and fundraising material related to MHPSS. - Build Medair's institutional profile by using high-quality data and articles for publication, speaking at relevant professional conferences and events, as time permits. - Collaborate with the Engagement Team to improve documentation and sharing of Medair's global achievements and impact in MHPSS. 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 - Degree in psychology, (global) mental health, social work or related field. - Licensed mental/behavioural health professional. - Demonstrated training and experience or specialisation in mental health and/or psychosocial support of international humanitarian programmes. - Excellent working knowledge of the English language (speaking and writing). Experience - 3 years minimum experience in MHPSS in international programmes in development and relief settings - Demonstrated success in developing and implementing MHPSS strategies for projects, supervision, and staff care - Extensive knowledge of mental health and psychosocial support standards and best practices. - Ability to communicate MHPSS principles and to train others. - Capacity to work under pressure and manage personal stress levels - Creative, open-minded, flexible, self-learner - Committed to a consultative approach - Excellent communication skillsboth written and oral - Team-player with good inter-personal skills 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-nutrition-psychosocial-mhpss-protection-advisor/) Please do not make multiple applications. We will not review email applications. Only English-language applications / CVs will be reviewed.
The purpose of this internship is to support the Public Partnerships team of the UNICEF Regional Office for South Asia. This internship provides the selected candidate with exposure to the working environment of a multilateral organization and a better understanding of management at the executive level. UNICEF works in some of the world's toughest places, to reach the world's most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential. Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone. And we never give up. For every child, a future How can you make a difference? Background and Rationale The UNICEF Regional Office for South Asia (ROSA) works in eight countries to save children's lives, defend their rights, and help them fulfill their potential; this includes Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka. UNICEF ROSA is dedicated to advancing the rights of all children in South Asia, especially the most disadvantaged. UNICEF South Asia is now working to implement the new UNICEF Strategic Plan for 2022 - 2025 for more targeted efforts. Key priorities for the region include but are not limited to bridging the digital divide, addressing severe stunting and wasting, addressing mental health, especially amongst adolescents, and engaging the private sector to diversify UNICEF's income base in South Asia. ROSA operates under the leadership and management of the Regional Director for South Asia. Purpose The purpose of this internship is to support the Public Partnerships team of the UNICEF Regional Office for South Asia. This internship provides the selected candidate with exposure to the working environment of a multilateral organization and a better understanding of management at the executive level. Expected Scope of Work The intern will be responsible for the following tasks: - Research as required for tailored donor profiles for the region. - Scan the new funding opportunities for the Regional Office and/or Country Offices - Provide support for financial analysis of income trends. - Consolidating essential information into, for example, report summaries or briefing notes - Attending exclusive meetings, taking note of the most important information, as well as, action items and drafting post-meeting follow-up notes to be distributed to all parties - Other tasks as needed, including supporting internal processes, research, Regional Office or Country Office projects. Qualifications or specialized knowledge/experience required - At least 18 years old and enrolled in both undergraduate or graduate program, or have graduated from one within the past two years - Background in management, administration, communication, journalism, or similar discipline - Excellent academic performance as demonstrated by recent university or institution records - Fluency in written and spoken English - Strong research and analytical skills, including the ability to distil lengthy and often complex content into brief summaries - Ability to adapt to changing circumstances and be flexible in daily workings - Ability to work in a diverse environment - Knowledge of standard Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and sharing platforms such as SharePoint - No immediate relatives (e.g., Father, mother, brother, sister) working in any UNICEF office, and have no other relatives in the line of authority which the intern will report to For every Child, you demonstrate... UNICEF's Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust, Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF Values For every Child, you demonstrate... UNICEF's Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust, Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: [UNICEF Values](https://www.unicef.org/careers/get-prepared#Values) 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. [add the 8th competency (Nurtures, leads and manages people) for supervisory role] During the recruitment process, we test candidates following the competency framework. Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels: [competency framework here](https://www.unicef.org/careers/media/1041/file/UNICEF's_Competency_Framework.pdf). UNICEF is here to serve the world's most disadvantaged children and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. [The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone](https://www.unicef.org/careers/equity-inclusion-and-diversity-unicef), irrespective of their race/ethnicity, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, or any other personal characteristic. We offer a [wide range of benefits to our staff](https://www.unicef.org/careers/compensation-benefits-and-wellbeing), including paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks and [reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities.](https://www.unicef.org/careers/unicef-provides-reasonable-accommodation-job-candidates-and-personnel-disabilities) UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working arrangements. 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. 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. Remarks: UNICEF's active commitment towards diversity and inclusion is critical to deliver the best results for children. For this position, eligible and suitable [Insert candidates from targeted underrepresented group]are encouraged to apply. UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance. Issuance of a visa by the host country of the duty station, which will be facilitated by UNICEF, is required for IP positions. Appointments may also be subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid). Government employees that are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government 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. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process. 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Description IFC a member of the World Bank Group is the largest global development institution focused on the private sector in emerging markets. We work in more than 100 countries, using our capital, expertise, and influence to create markets and opportunities in developing countries. In fiscal year 2023, IFC committed a record US$43.7 billion to private companies and financial institutions in developing countries, leveraging the power of the private sector to end extreme poverty and boost shared prosperity as economies grapple with the impacts of global compounding crises. For more information, visit www.ifc.org. Support for the development and expansion of infrastructure solutions across a wide range of sectors is one of IFC's key strategic priorities. The Global Infrastructure Department (CNG) and the Global Energy and Mining Department (CEM) work closely with IFC's regional infrastructure teams (and together with CNG and CEM, collectively referred to as INR) to finance and provide technical guidance to companies in the energy, transport, telecoms & technology, municipal & environmental infrastructure, and mining sectors from IFC's own balance sheet and through mobilization of other capital. The CNGBU team within Global Infrastructure provides strategic support to the Global Directors in CNG and CEM, and to the Infrastructure Leadership Team (ILT). It operates in close collaboration with global infrastructure sector teams, regional infrastructure teams, and other stakeholders to support the wider INR family, including around sustainable finance, innovation, climate, capital markets, mobilization, and cross-collaboration; other major strategic initiatives such as client relationship management, as well as business analytics, KM and resource management. IFC is seeking an experienced candidate with a solid financial background to be a senior member of the CNGBU team, with a particular focus on innovation, sustainable finance, capital markets, mobilization and cross-industry collaboration. The position will be based in either Washington, DC or London. Travel will be required. Duties & Accountabilities: The position will be reporting to the Manager, Innovation and Strategic Initiatives ? Infrastructure (CNGBU). The person will count on the support of a team of 3-4 staff reporting entirely or partially to him/her, including a Sustainable Finance Lead (SF Lead) and a Capital Markets Lead, as well as anchors in each regional and global industry team. The roles and responsibilities of the position will include but not be limited to: 1. Expand and Refine INR's Sustainable Finance (SF) product offering ? Work closely with SF Lead to support the continued expansion and refinement of IFC's Sustainable Finance offering, as an active senior team member of INR's SLF team. ? Support INR investment officers and client relationship managers to develop business in sustainable finance products, and beyond-compliance sustainability, with their clients Engage with key clients in collaboration with global and regional teams to sign high impact SF mandates. ? Work with our Climate Business Department and Sustainable Infrastructure Advisory team to support IFC INR teams and clients in processing sustainable finance transactions; ? Act as INR focal point for climate and SF-related capital markets partnerships, both internally (with Funds, CBD, Treasury, CLED) and externally. ? Develop strong relationships with SF market experts and key stakeholders, commercial banks, and other DFIs, and participate in conferences, client workshops and other events to originate business, stay on top of industry trends and innovate. ? Act as INR focal point for climate and SF-related capital markets partnerships, both internally (with Funds, CBD, Treasury, CLED) and externally. ? Work with the SF team to disseminate and promote SF-related knowledge including through guidance notes and pitch materials and work with Communications colleagues to produce and disseminate pieces which seek to enhance IFC's overall external positioning in SF/SLF. ? Update IFC INR's strategy in SF and promote product innovation in close coordination with the Climate Business Department, other IFC departments and the rest of the CNGBU team 2. Strengthen IFC INR's Capital Markets ("CM") franchise ? Work closely with Bond Lead to strengthen INR's ability to deliver a comprehensive and competitive CM offering. ? Work closely with the Bond Lead, Sustainability Coordinators/SF team, INR Climate team, Treasury Client Solutions and Legal to design and deliver innovative Climate focused/Sustainable Finance CM products. ? Disseminate and promote CM-related knowledge including through internal guidance notes and pitch materials. ? Work with Communications to produce and disseminate pieces which seek to enhance IFC's overall external positioning in climate and sustainability capital markets solutions. ? Develop strong relationships with CM experts and key stakeholders, and participate in conferences, client meetings and other events to originate business, stay on top of industry trends and innovate. ? Work in coordination with INR and IFC Bond Leads, Regional teams and Treasury to ensue active monitoring of INR's Bond portfolio. 3. Innovation and Collaboration ? Help catalyze and drive innovation and cross-collaboration to help INR grow and green its business and increase mobilization, including the roll-out of new products and JVs/collaboration across industries, regions and WBG. Coordinate with INR Climate Lead as appropriate on Climate-related innovation. ? Coordinate IFC INR's Business Innovation Group - an informal, part time, peer group of 15-20 senior investment officers created to generate innovation ideas and develop new products for INR. Provide strong support for the development and success of the INR Business Innovation Group. 4. Partnerships and Blended Finance (BF) ? Ensure regular coordination with BF and Partnerships teams to ensure INR has access to BF and donor resources to grow and green its business. Coordinate with the Partnerships team with fund-raising as appropriate. ? Coordinate engagement and/or represent INR with external partners and donors, as needed. Selection Criteria ? MBA or relevant Master's qualification ? At least 15 years of experience with an international financial institution, a consulting firm or a development organization with tasks related to infrastructure financing and/or sustainable finance. ? Experience across the various infrastructure core sectors (power, transportation, utilities, mining, etc), including proven hands-on experience in origination and execution of infrastructure financing transactions (ideally including capital markets transactions) will be a plus. ? Deep knowledge of sustainable finance products as well as of broader sustainability, energy transition and climate issues. ? Experience leading innovation and cross-collaboration initiatives across institutional silos will also be a plus. ? Ability to interact directly and independently with the senior management of potential clients, financial and technical partners as well as senior government officials. ? Strong business development skills, demonstrated by track record. ? Capacity to innovate and challenge the status quo and a proven track record in new idea generation. ? Outstanding analytical and critical thinking skills; demonstrated ability to synthesize complex information and make concrete strategic and tactical recommendations. ? Excellent presentation skills and strong ability to present at internal and external events. ? Highly motivated, committed to highest ethical standards. ? Proven ability to mentor junior investment staff. ? Willingness to travel. [World Bank Group Core Competencies](https://bit.ly/2kbIA7O) The World Bank Group offers comprehensive benefits, including a retirement plan; medical, life and disability insurance; and paid leave, including parental leave, as well as reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. We are proud to be an equal opportunity and inclusive employer with a dedicated and committed workforce, and do not discriminate based on gender, gender identity, religion, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. Learn more about working at the [World Bank](https://www.worldbank.org/en/about/careers) and [IFC](https://www.ifc.org/wps/wcm/connect/Careers_Ext_Content/IFC_External_Corporate_Site/IFC+Careers/Working+at+the+IFC/), including our values and inspiring stories. 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Description IFC a member of the World Bank Group is the largest global development institution focused on the private sector in emerging markets. We work in more than 100 countries, using our capital, expertise, and influence to create markets and opportunities in developing countries. In fiscal year 2023, IFC committed a record US$43.7 billion to private companies and financial institutions in developing countries, leveraging the power of the private sector to end extreme poverty and boost shared prosperity as economies grapple with the impacts of global compounding crises. For more information, visit [www.ifc.org](http://www.ifc.org/). The Africa Infrastructure Unit, an open and dynamic unit which annually processes a number of large-scale infrastructure transactions, ranging from transportation, logistics, power, telecoms to natural resources, is seeking a Principal Investment Officer ('PIO') to join our team. The selected candidate will be based in Lagos or Accra and will work under the oversight of the New Business Manager, Infrastructure and Natural Resources, Western and Central Africa. Duties and Responsibilities: The candidate is expected to perform the functions of a new business PIO at all material stages of the IFC deal cycle, from deal origination to portfolio management: ? Play a senior leadership role for the Africa Infrastructure team with a foreseen emphasis on power and transportation sub-sectors with added responsibilities for business development across all infra sectors ? Develop a strong pipeline of good quality investment opportunities in the Africa region by anticipating market trends and employing sector/country knowledge ? Supervise a commensurate number of Infrastructure projects in the Africa region ? Work closely with the country managers and officers ? joint work to include developing client, country and sector strategies ? Work in close collaboration with the Africa INR Upstream team to support the development and execution of selected Upstream initiatives and projects ? Work closely with the Africa INR Portfolio team to ensure a sound portfolio including generation of repeat business ? Evaluate, structure, negotiate, and close new transactions, portfolio restructurings, capital increases, equity sales, etc ? Review and analyze business opportunities, synthesize information into internal reports for decision making purposes ? Develop innovative and appropriate financial structures for complex transactions ? Lead negotiation/documentation teams; use strong negotiation skills to develop solutions and overcome impasses in straightforward and complex transactions ? Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, global and regional private businesses, banking and multilateral partners and government officials to further develop investment opportunities ? Lead and manage project teams, mentor and develop junior staff in the team ? Coordinate closely with social, environmental, and technical assistance colleagues to add value to our clients' businesses, find pragmatic solutions to the specific sector challenges, and achieve sustainable development impact Selection Criteria ? MBA or equivalent qualification; ? At least 15 years of experience with a development finance institution (DFI), a commercial and investment bank or a private equity firm with tasks related to private sector infrastructure financing; ? Proven and recent deal track-record of sourcing, structuring and closing investments in infrastructure sectors, including investments in the Africa region; ? Regional knowledge of countries and understanding of infrastructure challenges faced by countries within the region; ? Knowledge of the various infra core sectors (power, transportation, utilities, telecoms, natural resources); equity investment, project finance and renewable energy finance experience is essential; Prior exposure to the transport sector is a plus; ? Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English, French is a plus; ? Strong credit skills backed by references; ? Strong business development and client relationship skills, demonstrated network relevant for the team's business, track record and ability to focus on clients' needs effectively; ? Willingness to travel extensively; ? Financial skills: demonstrated ability to structure a variety of complex financial instruments (debt and equity); ? Strong track record of portfolio management of complex projects; ? Sound business judgment in identifying potential business partners; ? Ability to interact directly and independently with the senior management of potential clients, financial and technical partners as well as senior government officials; ? Strong inter-personal skills, ability to interact effectively with clients and colleagues from various cultural backgrounds; ? Proven ability to mentor junior investment staff; ? Highly motivated, committed to highest ethical standards; ? Genuine commitment to sustainable development. [World Bank Group Core Competencies](https://bit.ly/2kbIA7O) The World Bank Group offers comprehensive benefits, including a retirement plan; medical, life and disability insurance; and paid leave, including parental leave, as well as reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. We are proud to be an equal opportunity and inclusive employer with a dedicated and committed workforce, and do not discriminate based on gender, gender identity, religion, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. Learn more about working at the [World Bank](https://www.worldbank.org/en/about/careers) and [IFC](https://www.ifc.org/wps/wcm/connect/Careers_Ext_Content/IFC_External_Corporate_Site/IFC+Careers/Working+at+the+IFC/), including our values and inspiring stories. 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Description IFC a member of the World Bank Group is the largest global development institution focused on the private sector in emerging markets. We work in more than 100 countries, using our capital, expertise, and influence to create markets and opportunities in developing countries. In fiscal year 2023, IFC committed a record US$43.7 billion to private companies and financial institutions in developing countries, leveraging the power of the private sector to end extreme poverty and boost shared prosperity as economies grapple with the impacts of global compounding crises. For more information, visit www.ifc.org. The IFC 3.0 strategy aims to stimulate more investment activity across emerging markets, especially in Low Income Countries (LICs) and Fragile and Conflict affected States (FCS). This strategy aims to create new opportunities for private investments in riskier markets and sectors by proactively working "upstream" to create, deepen, and expand markets and design and develop potential investment projects. Achieving these growth and impact ambitions at scale requires a different approach to business development, deal sourcing, and client support that relies on 1) working more closely with the World Bank on business enabling environment and policy/sector reforms; 2) a broader product offering to engage earlier in the project cycle and secure opportunities; 3) a greater focus on preparing clients in nascent markets and sectors for investment; 4) a greater focus on value addition and risk management of portfolio investment clients to enhance their performance; and 5) a longer time horizon and a more patient, longer-term perspective. As part of a broader alignment in IFC, IFC Advisory Services is shifting to a more strategic approach, systematically linking our advisory programs to the greatest needs identified in World Bank Group country and sector strategies. We will increasingly focus on developing high-impact projects that can help our clients attract the financing they need particularly in the poorest and most conflict-affected areas of the world. At the firm level, we help companies to attract private investors and partners, enter new markets, and increase their impact. We provide tailored market insights as well as advice on how to improve companies' operational performance and sustainability. We also support the adoption of good practices and standards to increase competitiveness and productivity. At the government level, we help national and sub-national administrations implement reforms that encourage private investment and structure public-private partnerships to improve people's access to high-quality infrastructure and basic services. The Upstream and Advisory Secretariat Central Unit (CUACS) was created in 2023 to support IFC's Upstream and Advisory operations to effectively contribute to IFC's 3.0 strategy and 2030 commitments. The unit's staff are based across multiple regions and provide operational support for all industries and functions. Responsibilities include: Project portfolio coverage of 750+ projects; providing corporate oversight, developing policies, procedures, and systems, and knowledge management & learning for Upstream and Advisory units; developing financial planning and analysis of the Upstream and Advisory apparatus, including advocating on budgeting and financial sustainability; and representing Upstream and Advisory at Corporate fora and the IFC Board. IFC is seeking an Operations Officer to join the Upstream and Advisory Central Unit (CUACS) with expertise knowledge & learning, including the following areas: leading/supporting operational projects (eg. Global KPDs), leading large-scale knowledge & learning programs, process management, training, and internal Upstream/Advisory communication. Under the supervision of the Senior Manager, the selected candidate will lead knowledge and learning efforts, support Upstream & Advisory training, and internal communications. S/he will also support other interventions across the World Bank Group to prioritize various initiatives and to maximize the impact of Upstream & Advisory efforts and knowledge sharing. Duties and Accountabilities Provide effective Knowledge and Learning (K&L) Solutions: Lead the K&L response tailored to the specific needs of staff across Upstream-Advisory and IFC, including: ? Developing, and socializing an Upstream-Advisory Knowledge and Learning plan, coordinating with sector and regional leads, as well as cross-sectoral leads for ongoing feedback, and implementation. ? Manage the Upstream-Advisory Secretariat learning curricula and coordinate the delivery of onboarding/learning activities, including design of new face-to-face and online learning events and training (including self-paced online learning, short videos, job-aids, resources, etc.). ? Lead execution of multi-modal and/or multi-location Upstream-Advisory knowledge sharing events (showcase events and masterclasses) to facilitate the understanding of Upstream-Advisory concepts and related content, share findings, lessons learned, etc., through formats such as sector days, Upstream-Advisory Knowledge Forum/retreats, BBLs, workshops, clinics, webinars, and conferences. Work in close collaboration with subject matter experts, Strategic Initiatives, Analytics & KM team (CSIAK), KM officers in other Industry Groups to deliver successful learning sessions. ? Work with Upstream-Advisory teams to define and capture relevant lessons from processes and experiences and provide advice on creation, dissemination of knowledge products (including reports), project best practices, lessons learned, learning events, guidance documents, etc. and leverage opportunities to showcase knowledge created through a variety of channels. ? Support dissemination of Upstream-Advisory knowledge, through the production of internal newsletters, publications, and online help tools. ? Lead Upstream Awards process coordinating with Human Resources and raters for each program. ? Oversee maintenance of the function's intranet and extranet sites, and work in coordination with corporate communications to update/maintain sites and messaging as needed. ? Effectively managing vendors, staff and consultants working on Upstream-Advisory knowledge platforms including managing procurement and payment of vendors/STC's. ? Supervising the K&L Team (STC's) with responsibilities ranging from writing/editing of high-quality knowledge products, such as but not limited to, publications, guidance notes, and checklists; newsletter design and production; maintenance of the department's intranet and working libraries (including archival of information and evolution of WBG taxonomies); coordination delivery of just-in-time learning interventions; results measurement around knowledge & learning; graphic design, and change management/communications. ? Work program management to foster empowerment of team members in their areas of expertise. ? Mentor team members and provide constructive feedback. ? Promote team cohesion and effective and clear communication. ? Assess challenges and opportunities for team members and teamwork program and partner with team members to develop creative, client-focused solutions. ? Support the scale up of communications on Upstream-Advisory ? Monitor regional Upstream-Advisory internal and external communications activities developing analytics by region and industry and working with regional communications teams to identify common themes, successful communications approaches, and ? Work with the CCSVPU and IFC HQ-based Communications teams to develop an approach to external communications for Upstream-Advisory linking to broader IFC communications goals and approaches. o Develop a high-level internal communications strategy for the Secretariat and monitor progress against it. Solicit and collect feedback from diverse sources and update the communications strategy as needed. o Draft/edit high quality communications materials for various internal communications platforms, including but not limited to: emails; staff newsletters; meeting agendas; key messages, talking points and FAQs; intranet articles and stories; PowerPoint presentations, and other materials. o Maintain and manage the internal communications editorial calendar to provide a regular cadence of content throughout the year and ensure the timely delivery of planned communications that are linked to K&L duties and responsibilities above, in close coordination with colleagues from across the Secretariat. o Liaise with a wide range of teams and individuals from across the Secretariat and Upstream-Advisory units to support communications around key issues, events and organizational priorities. o Identify and manage consultants to deliver discrete pieces of work to support communications and knowledge and learning activities. o Other tasks as agreed. Selection Criteria The candidate should be a professional with in-depth expertise in knowledge management and learning as well as IFC project management experience. He/she will have a demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects under tight time constraints, to develop innovative approaches, and integrate work of other professional staff. S/he can interact with confidence with internal and external teams and stakeholders at senior levels, as well as manage a team of consultants. ? Master's degree or equivalent professional qualification in Business, Finance, Economics, International Relations, Science, Engineering, or other relevant fields. Academic background in the Knowledge and Learning fields would be ideal. ? At least 10 years of relevant experience in the field of knowledge management and learning with demonstrated ability to engage on a range of issues in developing countries including advice on both program and project development. ? Experience in program management, including executing against implementation plans and/or business development objectives is a plus. ? Understanding of IFC's strategic priorities, Upstream-Advisory and changing business model against the backdrop of IFC 3.0. ? Capacity to innovate and challenge the status quo and experience in new idea generation, and creating projects/programs from scratch is desirable. ? Ability to effectively manage vendors, staff and consultants working on knowledge and learning platforms. ? Proven ability to conduct analysis from surveys, focus groups, and interviews. ? Proven experience in design and delivery of learning activities using different means and tools to reach audiences with specific needs and level of engagement. ? Experience tracking, recording, producing and/or managing knowledge and communication products such as short notes, job-aids, videos, publications, newsletters, organizing focus groups, etc. ? Experience in results measurement of knowledge and learning strategy in the WBG. ? Excellent oral, written, and analytical skills, including the ability to represent and synthesize ideas in a clear and concise format, both written and verbally. ? Outstanding communication skills both oral and written English, and mastery of Microsoft Tools. ? Attention to detail and ability to prioritize and deliver assignments on schedule. ? Strong interpersonal and influencing skills, with the ability to interact effectively with clients and colleagues, at all levels. ? Outstanding organizational, analytical, and critical thinking skills. ? Practices CORE World Bank values of Impact, Integrity, Respect, Teamwork and Innovation. [World Bank Group Core Competencies](https://bit.ly/2kbIA7O) The World Bank Group offers comprehensive benefits, including a retirement plan; medical, life and disability insurance; and paid leave, including parental leave, as well as reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. We are proud to be an equal opportunity and inclusive employer with a dedicated and committed workforce, and do not discriminate based on gender, gender identity, religion, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. Learn more about working at the [World Bank](https://www.worldbank.org/en/about/careers) and [IFC](https://www.ifc.org/wps/wcm/connect/Careers_Ext_Content/IFC_External_Corporate_Site/IFC+Careers/Working+at+the+IFC/), including our values and inspiring stories. 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Description IFC a member of the World Bank Group is the largest global development institution focused on the private sector in emerging markets. We work in more than 100 countries, using our capital, expertise, and influence to create markets and opportunities in developing countries. In fiscal year 2023, IFC committed a record US$43.7 billion to private companies and financial institutions in developing countries, leveraging the power of the private sector to end extreme poverty and boost shared prosperity as economies grapple with the impacts of global compounding crises. For more information, visit [www.ifc.org](http://www.ifc.org/). Fragility is on the rise globally, with poverty amplified by climate change and the COVID-19 pandemic. Africa is disproportionately affected by these challenges and is currently home to 32 countries categorized as Fragile and Conflict Situations (FCS). Many of these countries have great development needs and suffer from endemic poverty, a longstanding lack of investment, high business costs and huge operational challenges for businesses. To this end, IFC has launched the Africa Fragility Initiative (AFI), a 5-year advisory and upstream program across 32 countries dedicated to supporting the growth and development of responsible private sector-led growth and job creation in African FCS. AFI supports business development and deal origination, provides supplementary market intelligence, and enables IFC teams to expand and implement their projects by providing that critical handholding support to local sponsors, and contribute to IFC's thought leadership on private sector development in fragile countries. AFI is a new tool that allows IFC to work closely with our partners, share operational knowledge, mainstream conflict sensitivity, and enable and systematize responsible and context-specific investments in markets that need it the most especially where operational challenges today inhibit private sector activity. FCS countries in Africa have proven to be challenging for IFC investments as most potential sponsors are small, operate relatively informally, do not meet IFC's Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) or integrity standards, and are not ready to engage in productive negotiations with lenders. To address these challenges, AFI has launched the Local Champions Initiative ("LCI") with the aim of scaling up support to sponsors operating in African FCS to build a pipeline of investable projects for IFC. The IFC FCS team is seeking a highly motivated GF2 Operations Officer to be based in Lome, Togo to support the implementation of the Local Champions Initiative (LCI) in the Sahel. The CN was approved in October 2022, and 30 potential local sponsors were identified during the pre-implementation phase. The IP was approved in May 2023. The role will report to the AFI Program Manager based in Nairobi. Duties and Accountabilities ? Lead the implementation of the LCI Sahel program which IP was approved in May 2023, working closely in coordination with the COs/Res Reps. ? Coordinate the consultants supporting LCI work in the Sahel countries. ? Lead client engagement and relationship management on the ground to ensure high client satisfaction and the program relevance with ongoing advisory engagements; ? Work with external consultants and World Bank Group colleagues to finalize training needs assessment and deliver technical support to selected local champions; ? Work collaboratively with IFC Investment/Upstream/Advisory and CMA colleagues to align advisory to help build a pipeline of investment projects, support the processing of investment leads and propose compelling "one IFC" solutions to champions; ? Liaise with industry and country office colleagues and other relevant units to ensure consistency of vision/efforts and align actions on business development and pipeline building efforts in target countries ? Lead on the preparation and delivery of the Project Supervision Reports (PSRs). ? Perform periodic reporting and liaison as required with Development Partners and IFC Africa management team on progress and designated achievements; ? Ensure LCI is delivering in line with the M and E plan; ? Operate with a relative degree of autonomy, under the overall guidance of the AFI Program Manager. Selection Criteria ? Master's degree in a related field and at least 4?8 years of relevant experience. Related fields of education include business, finance, or economics or an area of expertise specific to a sector, subject matter, or industry specialty. Relevant experience could include a proven track record in business consulting or investment banking, or operational experience in the sector or technical or professional field. ? Knowledge and experience of working in the Sahel ? Understanding of the AFI program and experience working in/on one of Sahel or West Africa countries ? Private sector development and operational experience including designing and implementing development programs in Africa; ? Proven knowledge of the investment process in IFC, through working with investment teams or completion of the credit course ? Self-starter, mature and flexible personality; able to work in a multicultural, fast-paced team environment; ? A team player with outstanding people management skills, ability to work with colleagues from different teams who are not reporting to him/her and achieve outstanding results while meeting tight deadline and maintaining strong client service orientation; ? Strong analytical and presentation skills working with data using standard office software Excel, Word, Powerpoint - Excellent written and oral communication skills in English and French essential. [World Bank Group Core Competencies](https://bit.ly/2kbIA7O) The World Bank Group offers comprehensive benefits, including a retirement plan; medical, life and disability insurance; and paid leave, including parental leave, as well as reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. We are proud to be an equal opportunity and inclusive employer with a dedicated and committed workforce, and do not discriminate based on gender, gender identity, religion, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. 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Description IFC a member of the World Bank Group is the largest global development institution focused on the private sector in emerging markets. We work in 107 countries, using our capital, expertise, and influence to create markets and opportunities in developing countries. In fiscal year 2023, IFC committed a record US$43.7 billion to private companies and financial institutions in developing countries, leveraging the power of the private sector to end extreme poverty and boost shared prosperity as economies grapple with the impacts of global compounding crises. For more information, visit www.ifc.org The Vice Presidency for Corporate Support integrates Budget and Business Administration, Human Resources, Communication and Outreach, Strategy & Operations Management, and Information & Technology departments under one umbrella to enable the execution of IFC's strategy and address operational needs in the most effective manner. IFC's Budget & Administration Department (CBA) includes budgeting, investment and advisory support, administration, procurement support, real estate and facilities management functions. CBA has the mandate to connect the dots across the organization and bring insight and consistency to IFC's resource management. IFC is seeking a dynamic individual to join CBA's leadership team as the Manager for the Latin America & Caribbean (LAC) and Europe regions, reporting directly to the CBA Director. The Manager will serve as a strategic adviser to the LAC & Europe Regional Vice Presidency and its leadership team on resource planning. S/he will work closely with the LAC & Europe Regional Vice President, Directors, and Managers, on issues related to business and budget planning and internal controls. The Manager will also serve as the first senior-level point of contact for real estate and procurement matters, liaising with the CBA global Centers of Expertise for these areas as needed. At the same time, the Manager will have a corporate responsibility to support the department's overall goals including simplification, innovation and automation, resource efficiency, and strategic alignment of resources. DUTIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES Business Management responsibilities ? Contribute to the design and implementation of business finance policies and practices, ensuring a corporate approach to IFC resource generation, allocation, and utilization. ? Establish and maintain the financial approaches, policies, and procedures to enable the client departments to run their respective businesses in line with central standards and policies and other corporate expectations. ? Advocate and drive cost-effective delivery of business finance services, promoting transparency, consistency, simplicity, innovation, and automation. ? Steer the preparation of the client department's business planning deliverables working closely with regional line management, ensuring an integrated and comprehensive approach to resource planning including all sources of revenues and expenses. This will require close collaboration with IFC's HR department on an ongoing basis. ? Partner with line management in the monitoring and evaluation of the client vice presidency's financial performance. ? Ensure appropriate fiduciary care is exercised for all funds. ? Lead the review, design, implementation, and maintenance of appropriate internal controls, in full compliance with WBG policies and procedures. ? Working in close collaboration with the Real Estate and Facilities team, advise and support the client departments on real estate, facilities, and procurement matters. People/Talent Management responsibilities ? Manage the unit staff, including recruitment, performance evaluations, mentoring, coaching, and career development (in conjunction with other managers, where applicable). ? Integrate CBA resources across the region to maximize efficiency and effectiveness, with a focus on consistency of quality and timeliness of service. ? Manage and oversee the engagement and evaluation of consultants, as needed. Business Partnership/Relationship Management responsibilities ? Build and maintain strong links and trust at all levels within and across Corporate Support and client vice presidencies and other relevant units in IFC and IBRD, to drive results, innovation, and efficiency. ? In the domain area, provide ongoing representation of the client departments and outreach to key stakeholders. Knowledge Management responsibilities ? Identify and communicate business priorities and requirements for enhanced/new processes, practices, programs, and tools to the CBA's global Centers of Excellence. ? Support CBA's global Centers of Excellence to disseminate best practices across IFC. ? Work in close partnership with other members of the CBA leadership team to resolve relevant corporate issues. Selection Criteria ? Proven commitment to the WBG and IFC mission and strategic priorities and understanding of the IFC's business model. ? Professional integrity, discretion, tact, and sensitivity. ? Master's degree in finance, business, accounting, or relevant fields with at least 12 years of experience. ? Experience in resource management roles (e.g., corporate, operational) is highly desirable. ? Excellent analytical and conceptual skills and capacity to respond quickly, selectively, and with flexibility to a wide range of issues. ? Sound organizational skills, ability to multitask, and attention to detail while maintaining an overview of unit priorities. ? Strong client and business orientation, demonstrated ability to understand, synthesize and define business needs, and to balance internal client concerns with wider corporate considerations. ? Proven ability to interact effectively with corporate and external counterparts at senior levels. ? Superior written and verbal communication skills. ? Demonstrated maturity and sound judgment and ability to convey complex messages succinctly and diplomatically. ? Outstanding interpersonal skills and a proven track record of working effectively in a multicultural team environment with staff at all levels, and proven ability to build common goals while managing diverse views. ? Superior track record in managing staff either as a manager or as a supervisor. ? Ability to develop innovative solutions and challenge the "status quo" ? Meet Bank Group-wide managerial competencies including Courage of your Convictions, Leading the Team for Impact, influencing across Boundaries, Fostering Openness to New Ideas, and Building Talent for the Future. [World Bank Group Core Competencies](https://bit.ly/2kbIA7O) The World Bank Group offers comprehensive benefits, including a retirement plan; medical, life and disability insurance; and paid leave, including parental leave, as well as reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. We are proud to be an equal opportunity and inclusive employer with a dedicated and committed workforce, and do not discriminate based on gender, gender identity, religion, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. Learn more about working at the [World Bank](https://www.worldbank.org/en/about/careers) and [IFC](https://www.ifc.org/wps/wcm/connect/Careers_Ext_Content/IFC_External_Corporate_Site/IFC+Careers/Working+at+the+IFC/), including our values and inspiring stories. 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Description IFC a member of the World Bank Group is the largest global development institution focused on the private sector in emerging markets. We work in more than 100 countries, using our capital, expertise, and influence to create markets and opportunities in developing countries. In fiscal year 2023, IFC committed a record US$43.7 billion to private companies and financial institutions in developing countries, leveraging the power of the private sector to end extreme poverty and boost shared prosperity as economies grapple with the impacts of global compounding crises. For more information, visit [www.ifc.org](http://www.ifc.org/). The IFC Legal Department (CLED), under the Vice President and General Counsel, is responsible for providing legal and policy advice to the IFC Board, its Management and client departments on operational, advisory and corporate matters. Specifically, CLED supports client departments in (i) the delivery of IFC's annual program of financing private sector projects in emerging markets; (ii) project portfolio management (including jeopardy projects and projects in litigation); (iii) the delivery and design of structured finance products, sub-national lending, equity and quasi-equity transactions; (iv) advising on corporate policy and operational matters; and (v) knowledge management and training. CLED works in close collaboration with all of IFC's departments, including E&S departments. CLED is recruiting a qualified Legal Officer, to be based in Washington, DC, to focus on advising and supporting on legal matters related to E&S matters. Duties and Accountabilities: The role will include but will not be limited to the following: ? Research assistance in connection with issues arising under IFC's Sustainability Framework and other E&S policies and procedures, including any updates with respect to such policies and procedures. ? Support CLED staff in developing responses to CAO cases and advise on communications with other external stakeholders, including civil society organizations and community complainants. ? Assistance with review and advice on internal procedures, knowledge products and E&S tools produced for both internal and external consumption, consistent with IFC's Sustainability Framework and other IFC policies as needed. Selection Criteria ? Graduate or Post-graduate degree in law: All applicants must have obtained a degree in law (J.D, L.L.M., PhD, or equivalent), and must be qualified to practice law in at least one jurisdiction. ? At least 3-5 years relevant working experience on cross-border investment transactions, with experience/knowledge of environmental and/or social standards, environmental laws and lender/investor liability required. Knowledge of IFC's Sustainability Framework a plus. ? Drafting, Research and Communication: Proven ability to draft briefs, policies and memoranda. ? Independence: Carries out work with due care, preparing accurate documents and reports, ensuring that pertinent facts are fairly presented. Interprets information in an objective manner. Does not divulge confidential information. ? Legal Reasoning: Breaks down problem into their component parts. Articulates the implications of situations in a step-by-step way. Remains objective when reviewing problems or situations to understand the issues. Makes sure he/she possesses all the facts. ? Exemplary project management skills and ability to manage multiple tasks under tight deadlines. Demonstrated ability to adapt to changing circumstances, organize and prioritize deliverables, and maintain attention to detail. ? Pragmatic, solution-oriented, problem solver with a high degree of responsiveness and proactivity. ? Proven ability to multi-task and operate effectively in a matrix structure and high-pace environment. ? Ability to communicate effectively and concisely in spoken and written English is essential. Superior editing capabilities. ? Excellent interpersonal, listening and communication skills including the ability to relate well with a wide range of internal & external parties (including senior staff, management, CAO, and CSOs) and seek solutions in potentially tense or conflictual situations. ? Ability to work as a member of a multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural team, work effectively in and influence a team. [World Bank Group Core Competencies](https://bit.ly/2kbIA7O) The World Bank Group offers comprehensive benefits, including a retirement plan; medical, life and disability insurance; and paid leave, including parental leave, as well as reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. We are proud to be an equal opportunity and inclusive employer with a dedicated and committed workforce, and do not discriminate based on gender, gender identity, religion, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. Learn more about working at the [World Bank](https://www.worldbank.org/en/about/careers) and [IFC](https://www.ifc.org/wps/wcm/connect/Careers_Ext_Content/IFC_External_Corporate_Site/IFC+Careers/Working+at+the+IFC/), including our values and inspiring stories. 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