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Switzerland: RFP 2016/HTM/HIV/001: Consultancy to provide technical support on HIV Testing Services

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Organization: World Health Organization
Country: Switzerland
Closing date: 12 Feb 2016

The WHO programme on HIV is located in the HIV, TB and Malaria Cluster (HTM). The HIV and Hepatitis programme is guided by the Global Health Strategies for HIV and Hepatitis 2016-21. The new strategies are submitted to the Executive Board and World Assembly in respectively January and May 2016 for approval. The goal of the Secretariat’s draft strategy on HIV and Viral Hepatitis is to end the AIDS epidemic as a public health threat by 2030, within the context of ensuring healthy lives and promoting well-being for all at all ages. Furthermore, it is aligned with the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development: its focus is on ensuring financial security and health equity through its commitment to universal health coverage.

Within the HIV Department, the contractor will work with the Key Populations and Innovative Prevention Unit

Main Tasks:

  1. Produce a report on couples and partner HIV testing services in the 22 priority countries of the HIV programme.

  2. Produce a test for triage implementation tool to accompany the 2015 Consolidated Guidelines on HIV testing services.

  3. Support the planning and organization of a multi-country workshop on test for triage approach and lay provider HIV testing services.

  4. Conduct a review on the role of risk-based screeners and other approaches to target HIV testing services.

  5. Support the preparation and submission of a grant proposal on using risk-based screening tools and other approaches to target HIV testing services.

  6. Support the preparation and submission of new funding proposals for HTS including: New USAID grant; New BMGF grant; and Small grant proposals to support pilot projects on HIV self-testing.

  7. Produce a meeting report for a WHO meeting on misdiagnosis in March 2016.

Key requirements for this consultancy:

Essential Education:

· University degree (Master) in Social Science, Medicine, Nursing, Social Work, Public Health or International health.

Essential Work experience:

· 10 years relevant work experience in public health, of which at least 5 years is in HIV/AIDS and at least 2 years’ experience with HIV testing services

The work is estimated for a period of 12 months (20 days per month). The consultancy may be prolonged up to 24 months depending on performance and funding availability.

A comprehensive document for this RFP is to be found there: https://www.ungm.org/Public/Notice/41226


How to apply:

No later than 12 February 2016, 12:00 (CET), the bidder shall complete and return by either email or hard copy to WHO (only when this step is completed the bidder is regarded as a prospective bidder):

a) Covering letter signed by the bidder or the respective authority when the bidder is not an individual.

b) Proposal (including, but not restricted to, technical and financial documents).

c) “2016HTMHIV001_3_RFP Confidentiality Undertaking (KPP HTC)” form completed/signed.

d) “2016HTMHIV001_4_RFP Acknowledgement Form (KPP HTC)” form completed/signed as confirmation of the bidder's intention to submit a bona fide proposal and designate its representative to whom communications may be directed, including any addenda.

e) “2016HTMHIV001*5* RFP Acceptance Form (KPP HTC)” form completed/signed.

f) “2016HTMHIV001_6_RFP Completeness Form (KPP HTC)” form completed/signed.

All documents are to be found there: https://www.ungm.org/Public/Notice/41226

A prospective bidder requiring any clarification on technical, contractual or commercial matters may notify WHO via email at the following address no later than 05 February 2016, 12:00 CET.

· Email for submissions of forms and/or proposal: pdifin@who.int (use subject: Bid Ref 2016HTMHIV001)

  • Mailing address for submission of proposal:

World Health Organization

­­­­Mr. Jerome Peron

HQ/HIV, PDI/FIN, D45034

Bid Ref: 2016HTMHIV001

20, Avenue Appia CH-1211 Geneva 27


United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland: Prospect Research and Stewardship Executive

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Organization: War Child UK
Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
Closing date: 07 Feb 2016

Position: Prospect Research and Stewardship Executive

Responsible to: Philanthropy Manager

Start date: March/April 2016

Applications deadline:11:59pm of Sunday 7th February 2016

Location: Kentish Town, London

1. Overview

1.1. Background

Children don’t start wars. But their homes, schools, families and communities are torn apart by war. These are the very things kids rely on for protection and the chance to build a life free from poverty. War Child is an international charity that protects children from the brutal effects of war and its consequences. We respond to many conflicts that have impacted children, including Syria, Afghanistan, Iraq, Democratic Republic of Congo, Central African Republic and Uganda. We're on the ground supporting the most vulnerable children who are too often forgotten in the aftermath of conflict. Our staff are living and working in some of the world’s most dangerous war zones helping thousands of children and young people to rebuild their lives.

By working with local partners, we provide a number of services for children including:

· Getting children back into education

· Counselling children to help them come to terms with the violence they have experienced

· Providing support for children who are in conflict with the law

· Reuniting child soldiers with their families

· Getting children off the streets after war has forced them to leave home

· Providing them vocational and professional training which gives them future opportunities

· Ensuring children get access to food and providing life-saving items for those who have fled their homes

· Changing harmful attitudes in the community towards children

Our Vision: War Child looks forward to a world in which the lives of children are no longer torn apart by war.

1.2. Description of Role

In 2012 we started the development of a new Major Donor income line to build on our existing support from a wide range of supporters including companies, individuals and the music industry to name a few. We are now in an interesting point in the major donor programme cycle where the foundations of this new income source have been embedded into our systems, processes and culture.

Over the last 12 months, across all fundraising divisions we’re continuing to see a growing number of exciting opportunities arise, giving War Child a large network of warm prospect HNWI’s, Corporate donors, Trusts/Foundations, and Music and Entertainment contacts. In order to maximise these opportunities, War Child is looking for a Prospect Research and Stewardship Executive, to support the Philanthropy, Corporate and Music and Entertainment teams in identifying and maximising new and existing opportunities, and managing these relationships through the donor cycle.

With an excellent understanding of relationship-based fundraising and high quality research methods, you will work with the Philanthropy Manager to identify new prospects for War Child, carry out extensive research into existing donors and prospects, and support the Fundraising team in maintaining effective donor journeys to achieve fundraising targets.

Results oriented and analytical, you will have strong interpersonal skills together with a collaborative and proactive approach. This is a great opportunity for a motivated researcher with a passion for international development to join a young, award winning and ambitious team and help us to dramatically grow our income to reach more children in the worst conflict affected countries.

As part of a team of 5, you will have the chance to shine and really have an impact on our projects supporting children affected by war.

1.3. Key Responsibilities

o To play a key supporting role in maximising fundraising income for War Child

o Provide proactive and reactive research support on major donors, corporates and trusts and foundations

o Identify new prospects and devise strategies for engagement

o Planning and supporting the team in stewarding donors

o Researching and mapping networks to enhance fundraising approaches

o To develop good relations and maintain excellent communication channels with other teams and departments

1.4. Responsible to

Philanthropy Manager

1.5. Working With

The role involves working closely with the following stakeholders:

o Philanthropy team (Head of Philanthropy, 2 Philanthropy Managers, Trust Fundraising Executive)

o Corporate, Music and Entertainment, and Trusts teams

o All staff in the Programmes Directorate

o Other War Child colleagues and trustees

1.6. Responsible for

o N/A

1.7.Contractual Terms

o Position: Permanent

o Salary: Grade 5; £26, 500 - £29,000 per annum

o Working Hours: Full time, 37.5 hours per week.

o Probation: 6 months

o Leave: 28 days pa, increasing by one day for each year’s service up to a maximum of 5 additional days

o Pension: Matching contribution to your private pension up to 5% of gross salary

o Benefits: As applicable as per War Child Benefit Policy

2. Job Description

2.1.Prospect Research

o Research existing and new donors and prospects, creating research profiles and supporting the Fundraising division with adhoc research needs

o Identify major donor, trusts, corporate and music and entertainment opportunities, assisting in the prioritisation of approaches and driving the cultivation cycle

o Compile accurate and thorough research across the Fundraising division to support team in reaching its financial targets

o Deliver biographical information and assist in compiling briefings for War Child events

o Ensure research and information is accurately recorded on the Salesforce database

o Perform due diligence research on potential and existing supporters

2.2.Donor Stewardship

o Work with fundraisers to develop and implement strong stewardship plans for all donors, including co-ordinating cross-team relationships

o Assist the fundraising division in thanking and cultivating donors, including co-ordinating stewardship materials where appropriate

o Create rigorous standards and streamline the stewardship of supporters across the organisation

2.3 Communications and Cross-team working

o Map networks across the organisation to ensure teams are joined up in their approach to prospective and existing donors

o Attend high level cultivation events and represent War Child with commitment and enthusiasm, working with colleagues to research new prospects and ensure their interest is capitalised on

o Actively participate in regular department and team meetings, contributing to strategy discussions and decisions that will benefit the development of fundraising activities

o Meet with members of the programmes team including Programmes Director, Country Directors and UK senior managers to gain a thorough understanding of their work, and inform proactive research techniques and areas of interest

3. Personal Specification - Essential Requirements

3.1. Experience

o Demonstrable experience of prospect research, preferably in the charity sector, with an ability to spot prospects according to a certain criteria

o Gathering and cross-referencing information from a diverse range of sources

o Preparing reports and biographical information

o Knowledge and experience of using CRM databases

o Experience of using research tools and analysing data

o Contributing to fundraising strategies in line with the organisational plan

3.2. Education

o Educated to degree level or equivalent

3.3. Expertise

o Strong understanding of the principles of major donor, corporate and trusts fundraising

o Excellent written and verbal communication skills

o Strong administrative and organisational skills with diligent attention to detail

o IT literate with good knowledge of Microsoft Office

o Creative and collaborative team player, with an entrepreneurial approach

3.4. Key Competencies

o Proven ability in building good working relationships with colleagues and external stakeholders

o Ability to present information, verbally or in writing, including briefings and research findings to a range of audiences in a clear and confident manner

o Results oriented and problem solving approach to work and challenges whilst making effective decisions.

o Proven ability to work to deadlines and manage workload effectively, working under own initiative

o Adaptable and flexible approach

o Focus on continuous improvement with the ability to contribute towards a culture of innovation and making an impact.

o Interest in international development issues and an understanding of, and commitment to, War Child’s vision, mission and aims.

3.5. Legal

o Eligible to work in the UK and travel to the countries in which War Child operates

4. Personal Specification - Desirable

o Experience of working in international settings focused on Child Protection and Child Rights

o Experience of high profile (celebrity) relationships

o Direct experience of major donor, corporate or trusts fundraising

o Experience of using Salesforce, and/or Wealth Engine


How to apply:

o Download the Application Pack from www.warchild.org.uk and complete the Application Form (*Please note that individual CVs will not be accepted)*

o All completed application forms must reach recruitment@warchild.org.uk by 11:59pm of Sunday 7th February 2016.

Switzerland: Junior Professional Officer - WHO Technical officer (Access to essential health commodities)

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Organization: World Health Organization
Country: Switzerland
Closing date: 24 Feb 2016

IMPORTANT: This post is opened in the context of the Junior Professional Officer (JPO) scheme sponsored by the Government of the United Kingdom and is addressed exclusively to United Kingdom nationals.IMPORTANT: This post is opened in the context of the Junior Professional Officer (JPO) scheme sponsored by the Government of the United Kingdom and is addressed exclusively to United Kingdom nationals.

Objective of the WHO Programme/Department:

The mission of the WHO Department of Essential Medicines and Health Products is to support the achievement of the health-related Millennium Development Goals and better health care delivery in support to Universal Health Coverage. Improving access to and regulation of essential health commodities is a prerequisite for universal health coverage and to the achievement of international goals relating to the unfinished agendas for maternal and child health, communicable diseases targeted by the Millennium Development Goals, and equally crucial in the face of fast-growing burdens of non-communicable diseases and a rapidly ageing world population.

The objective of the Policy, Access and Use Team is to provide leadership and support for the development, dissemination, implementation and monitoring of evidence-based policies, strategies, and guidance to improve access to, and rational use of, safe, affordable and quality assured health commodities, i.e essential medicines and health technologies for communicable and non-communicable diseases, and for the adult and paediatric population. The Policy, Access and Use Team is one of six teams in the Department of Essential Medicines and Health Products, Health Systems and Information cluster.

Assignment Summary:

The Technical Officer (JPO) will assist the Policy, Access and Use Team in undertaking research, developing normative documentation and assisting in the provision and coordination of technical support to countries in their efforts to improve access to essential medicines and health technologies for communicable and non-communicable diseases. Throughout the assignment, the JPO will collaborate with other teams in the Department of Essential Medicines and Health Products, across the HIS cluster, as well as with relevant regional and global health initiatives (Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria, GAVI Alliance, UNITAID etc.) and UN organizations.

Duties and Responsibilities

1.Assist in the analysis, monitoring and presentation of data and information related to access to medicines and health technologies (20%);
2.Assist in the design of national and regional programmes for the development/update of comprehensive national plans on medicines and health technologies; including indicators and tools for monitoring (20%);
3.Normative guidance: Assist in the development/updating of WHO assessment tools and normative guidance on key components related to improving access: Evidence-based selection and use of essential medicines and health technologies (WHO Model List of Essential Medicines and WHO Model Formulary); Affordability (pricing policies, regulation for affordable procurement and patient prices); Availability (policies and best practices for procurement, supply management and reducing shortage and waste of essential medical products (20%);
4.Technical assistance to countries: Assist in the provision of technical support to WHO Member States, including capacity-building and development and implementation of national policies based on WHO guidance for improving access to essential medicines and health technologies. This will include liaising with national counterparts in ministries, professional associations and relevant international organizations (30%);
5.Assist in the planning and organization of technical briefing seminars, regional and global technical and coordination meetings (prepare background materials, documents, draft minutes) and participate in collaborative networks (10%).

Key Expected Outputs:

At the end of the assignment, it will be expected that the JPO will have contributed to improved availability of WHO information and normative documentation to guide countries in improving overall access to essential health commodities; and will have contributed to WHO’s capacity to respond to the growing request for WHO technical support from Member States in developing national policies on essential medicines and health technologies and implementation of relevant national guidance towards improving overall access.

Competencies

WHO competencies required for the assignment:
•Producing results
•Communicating in a credible and effective way
•Fostering integration and team work
•Excellent planning and organizational skills, with attention to detail and with the ability to multi-task and work under pressure.
•Diplomacy, courtesy and ability to work in a multi-cultural team.

Required Skills and Experience

Education:
•Minimum: Advanced university degree in public health, health policy, pharmacy or social sciences.
•Desirable: Post graduate degree in related field.

Work experience:
•Minimum: 2 years relevant professional work experience.
•Desirable: Professional experience in an international organization, or at country level; professional experience in health care or medicines policy issues.

Skills required for the assignment:
•Minimum: Excellent knowledge of spoken and written English
•Desirable: Knowledge of other UN official languages would be an asset
•Proficient in Microsoft Office: Word, Excel and presentation software


How to apply:

IMPORTANT: This post is opened in the context of the Junior Professional Officer (JPO) scheme sponsored by the Government of the United Kingdom and is addressed exclusively to United Kingdom nationals.

More details about the JPO Programme and on how to apply for this vacancy can be found at: http://www.undp.org/content/jposc/en/home.html

occupied Palestinian territory: Junior Professional Officer - WHO Technical officer

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Organization: World Health Organization
Country: occupied Palestinian territory
Closing date: 24 Feb 2016

IMPORTANT: This post is opened in the context of the Junior Professional Officer (JPO) scheme sponsored by the Government of the United Kingdom and is addressed exclusively to United Kingdom nationals.

Objective of the WHO Programme/Department:

To work with the Ministry of Health and other health sector partners to strengthen IHR core capacities and generic health system preparedness, Health Information Systems and to build overall resilience of the health system in Palestine.

Assignment Summary:

The Palestinian health sector is highly fragmented with a continued geographical and political split, a multitude of actors, and with need for stronger stewardship by national authorities and better health information management and research to inform policy decisions.

The incumbent will be responsible for supporting the strengthening of health system preparedness through building capacity for all-hazard preparedness in the health sector and strengthening the core capacities for implementing the International Health Regulations (IHR). He/she will support the country office in implementing ongoing projects in particular the right to health project and the PNIPH project supporting health information management efforts.

Duties and Responsibilities

•Assist the WHO office for West Bank and Gaza in building and strengthening the core capacities for implementing the International Health Regulations (IHR) and to strengthen all-hazard health system preparedness.
•Assist the WHO office for West Bank and Gaza in monitoring and documenting access to health services in the occupied Palestinian territory in context of the “right to health” advocacy efforts.
•Contribute to the design and the implementation of assessments of health information systems (HIS) and databases in the OPT.
•Contribute to assessments and identify critical points for improvement of HIS and the development of possible interventions,
•Support the MoH to improve utilisation and accessibility of data from HIS to health providers, health authorities and the research community.
•Establish and sustain effective working relationships with the implementing partners and with all relevant stakeholders in the West Bank and Gaza Strip to strengthen HIS as part of the PNIPH project;
•Support capacity building of counterparts, mainly within the MoH.

Competencies

WHO competencies required for the assignment:
•Producing results
•Moving forward in a changing environment
•Fostering integration and teamwork

Required Skills and Experience

Education:
•Minimum: Advanced university degree in health or a related field
•Desirable: Master’s degree in Public Health

Work experience:
•Minimum: At least two years’ work experience in a related area including experience in public health
•Desirable: Experience in health information systems, epidemiology and capacity building activities

Minumum skills required for the assignment:
•Excellent knowledge of written and spoken English
•Proficiency in MS Office, spreadsheets, data analysis
•Demonstrated technical expertise in public health
•Ability to analyse and interpret health data and health management data
•Ability to work under pressure
•Excellent communication and inter-personal skills
•Good negotiation skills

Desirable skills required for the assignment:
•Knowledge of Arabic an asset
•Knowledge of health systems / health service provision in developing countries and in the Middle East context


How to apply:

IMPORTANT: This post is opened in the context of the Junior Professional Officer (JPO) scheme sponsored by the Government of the United Kingdom and is addressed exclusively to United Kingdom nationals.

More details about the JPO Programme and on how to apply for this vacancy can be found at: http://www.undp.org/content/jposc/en/home.html

Democratic Republic of the Congo: Junior Professional Officer - WHO Programme Officer

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Organization: World Health Organization
Country: Democratic Republic of the Congo
Closing date: 24 Feb 2016

IMPORTANT: This post is opened in the context of the Junior Professional Officer (JPO) scheme sponsored by the Government of the United Kingdom and is addressed exclusively to United Kingdom nationals.

Objective of the WHO Programme/Department:

WHO is the directing and coordinating agency for health within the United Nations System and operates at three levels: global, regional and country. The WHO Regional Office for Africa (AFRO), in collaboration with Inter-country Support Teams, provides technical assistance, guidance and coordination to, and for 46 countries in the African region. AFRO fosters synergies with international partners and global and regional health initiatives. The African regions is characterized by a double burden of communicable and non-communicable diseases, which also lead to high infant and maternal mortality. Strengthening health systems is an underlying necessity for the achievement of all current global priorities in health.

The Health Systems and Services cluster in AFRO, provides technical assistance and coordination for the improvement of health services through better governance and management, financing, staffing and access to essential medicines and health technologies.

Assignment Summary:

The Junior Professional Officer (JPO) will work with WHO Technical Officers to assist governments in the African region in their development and implementation of national health policies, strategies and plans and assist WHO in the preparation, provision and coordination of technical support to countries in the areas of health financing, health workforce, health research and information; and medicines and health technologies. The JPO will also assist AFRO in its contribution and coordination of the Harmonization for Health in Africa partnership and other region-wide health initiatives and assist in resource mobilization.

Duties and Responsibilities

Under the supervision of the Regional Support Unit Manager of the Cluster, the JPO will undertake the following tasks:
•Assist in the provision of technical support to countries in their development and implementation of national health policies, strategies and plans (20%);
•Assist in the preparation, provision and coordination of technical support to countries in critical priority programmes, i.e health financing, health workforce, health research and information; and medicines and health technologies (40%);
•Assist AFRO in its contribution and coordination with the Harmonization for Health in Africa partnership, in providing support to the United Nations Development Assistance Frameworks in countries, as well as in providing input to other country,- and regional – based mechanisms to which WHO technical assistance is continuously requested (such as the Global Fund Country Coordination Mechanisms, the African Union and Regional Economic Groups) (20%);
•Assist in resource mobilization activities, including the preparation of advocacy and communications materials, planning and organization of technical briefing seminars and donor visits (prepare background materials, presentations, draft minutes and reports) (20%).

Key Expected Outputs:

At the end of the assignment, it will be expected that the JPO will have contributed to WHO’s capacity to respond to the immense request for technical support from its Member States in the African region, as well as have contributed to the overall coordination with African governments, UN organizations, donors and any other relevant health partners at international, regional and country levels.

Competencies

WHO competencies required for the assignment:
•Producing results
•Communicating in a credible and effective way
•Fostering integration and team work
•Excellent planning and organizational skills, with attention to detail and with the ability to multi-task and work under pressure. Diplomacy, courtesy and ability to work in a multi-cultural team.

Required Skills and Experience

Education:
•Minimum: Advanced university degree in social sciences, public health, health policy, development studies, international relations or other relevant field.
•Desirable: Training in project management.

Work experience:
•Minimum: 2 years relevant professional work experience.
•Desirable: Professional experience in an international organizations, or at country level; professional experience in health care issues.

Skills required for the assignment:
•Minimum: Excellent knowledge of spoken and written English or French and a working knowledge of the other.
•Proficient in Microsoft Office: Word, Excel and presentation software (Powerpoint)


How to apply:

IMPORTANT: This post is opened in the context of the Junior Professional Officer (JPO) scheme sponsored by the Government of the United Kingdom and is addressed exclusively to United Kingdom nationals.

More details about the JPO Programme and on how to apply for this vacancy can be found at: http://www.undp.org/content/jposc/en/home.html

Switzerland: Junior Professional Officer - WHO Technical officer EDPLN

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Organization: World Health Organization
Country: Switzerland
Closing date: 24 Feb 2016

IMPORTANT: This post is opened in the context of the Junior Professional Officer (JPO) scheme sponsored by the Government of the United Kingdom and is addressed exclusively to United Kingdom nationals.

Objective of the WHO Programme / Department:

The Pandemic and Epidemic diseases Department (PED) provides technical support and expertise for the implementation of International Health Regulations (IHR) for infectious risks. PED covers influenza and other respiratory diseases, cholera, hepatitis, meningitis, yellow fever, viral haemorrhagic fevers such as Ebola, Marburg, Lassa, RVF and numerous other dangerous pathogens (MERS-COV) as well as related risks such as antimicrobial resistance. The objectives of PED are to 1) make available to others, expert knowledge and guidance based on scientific and public health experience related to the prevention and control of epidemic diseases under IHR: 2) to develop, implement, facilitate or coordinate the mechanisms, interventions and public health research needed by countries and the international community to prevent and respond to public health risks related to epidemic and pandemic infectious diseases; 3) to strengthen, support and promote important public health measures (vaccination, clinical management, and infection control, etc.) that are critical for mitigating the impact of infectious diseases; and 4) to provide programmatic support during outbreaks and other urgent health security emergencies as required in the IHR.

Assignment Summary:

Under the supervision of the Emerging and Epidemic Zoonotic team Leader, the Junior Professional Officer (JPO) will work as part of a team of professionals who support the response to emerging diseases that constitute a Public Health Emergency of International Concern under the IHR. The incumbent, based in the Department of Pandemic and Epidemic Diseases (PED), will contribute to the strengthening and expansion of the Emerging and Dangerous Pathogen Laboratory Network (EDPLN). This network is essential for the detection, identification, assessment of emerging dangerous pathogens ( e.g. SARS, MERS-CoV, Ebola) and contributes to the timeliness and effectiveness of the international response against those public health threats.

Duties, Responsibilities and Output expectations

Under the supervision of the Emerging and Epidemic Zoonotic team Leader, the Junior Professional Officer (JPO) will:
•Support the development of technical documents and Standard Operating Procedures for the network
•Establish a directory of network members with their respective expertise
•Support the expansion of the EDPLN by contacting new partners, linking existing network with regional sub network and formalization of WHO CC process with core members
•Contribute to the organisation of the annual meeting of the EDPLN network
•Facilitate the timely sharing of data and viruses among network members
•Monitor and evaluate deliverables and performance of the EDPLN against Public health objectives.
•Develop communication and advocacy tools to promote EDPLN and its contribution to the implementation of the IHR.

Competencies

WHO competencies required for the assignment:
•Producing results
•Fostering integration and teamwork
•Communicating in a credible and effective way
•Knowing and managing yourself

Required Skills and Experience

Education:
•Minimum: Master’s Degree in Public Health (MPH) or related subject
•Desirable: Medical doctor with specialization in public health

Work experience:
•Minimum:Two years’experience in public health or related fields
•Desirable: Experience in project management

Skills required for the assignment:
•Minimum: Excellent knowledge of English or French with working knowledge of the other
•Desirable: Good skills in inter-personal communication in different cultural environments
•Excellent writing and editing skills
•ability to undertake international travel


How to apply:

IMPORTANT: This post is opened in the context of the Junior Professional Officer (JPO) scheme sponsored by the Government of the United Kingdom and is addressed exclusively to United Kingdom nationals.

More details about the JPO Programme and on how to apply for this vacancy can be found at: http://www.undp.org/content/jposc/en/home.html

Statistical Analysis Review Consultant

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Organization: CARE Australia
Closing date: 10 Feb 2016

Job Description

Job Title: Statistical Analysis Consultant (Review of Lafaek Learning Media Baseline Report)

Organization: CARE International in Timor-Leste

Duration: 4 days

Location: Dili (or homebased)

Reports to: Program Coordinator (Education)

Start date: February 15, 2016

1.Background

CARE

CARE is an international organization working to end poverty and social injustice and bring about lasting, sustainable change in communities. CARE works in over 80 countries around the world to help overcome poverty by supporting development projects and providing emergency relief. A non-religious and non-political organization, we know that achieving gender equality, increasing inclusive governance and strengthening community resilience are critical in achieving sustainable outcomes.

In Timor Leste, CARE’s goal is to improve the wellbeing and voice of women and girls in rural disadvantaged areas as we know they are the most disadvantaged members of society. We do this through our thematic priority areas of sexual reproductive and maternal health and rights, education, women’s economic empowerment and women’s voice. CARE uses a number of approaches including the Gender Equality Framework, engaging men and boys, working in partnership, robust monitoring evaluation learning and impact and a commitment to accountability and inclusion.

Lafaek Learning Media

The Lafaek Learning Media Program is a five year program implemented by CARE International in Timor-Leste with support from New Zealand Aid Program. The main goal is to contribute to improved learning outcomes for children and low literate adults, and supporting family wellbeing. The program marks a new phase of the Lafaek magazines series, initially started in 2001. The current Lafaek Learning Media is comprised of three magazines that are produced and distributed three times a year: Lafaek Ki'ik, a publication for pre-school to Grade 2 students; Lafaek Community Magazine to promote literacy and provide news to families and child caregivers and; Lafaek for Teachers to support teachers' classroom management skills and provide a professional educators' network.

CARE International in Timor Leste (CITL) has recently undertaken a thorough baseline study for this project, aimed to describe the relevant demographic and other characteristics of the sample, and to identify the current state of knowledge, attitude, practice and skills in a range of key areas relevant to the magazines’ content and intended audiences. In particular data has been collected to allow estimation of key metrics related to relevant knowledge, attitudes, practices and literacy and numeracy skill levels, and to test associations of interest between key variables. The baseline will provide valuable formative information for developing the project interventions. The data will be compared with endline administrations of similar survey instruments to evaluate the changes that have occurred during the course of the program and assess the impact of the project. The baseline can be used by a wider audience to understand many aspects of the current state of education and development in Timor-Leste. Knowledge, literacy and numeracy results have also identified particularly weak areas for focus of future magazine editions. Information from the surveys allows program staff to have immediate feeback on the initial magazines from the main users to inform future content and improve distribution. Teachers in particular provided many useful suggestions for how editions of Lafaek could be useful to them in the classoom.

Six surveys were conducted during the baseline from June to September 2015 in all 13 municipalities:

  1. Community Household Survey to assess community members’ adult literacy and numeracy, and knowledge of community development and education issues (749 respondents)

  2. Teacher Survey to assess teachers’ knowledge and practice of teaching (262 teachers)

  3. Student Survey to assess students attitudes to school and home environment (823 students)

  4. Pre-School Survey to examine pre-schools students pre-literacy and pre-numeracy and school readiness (1,073 students)

  5. Early Grade Mathematics Assessment (EGMA) to assess Grade 1 and 2 students’ numeracy (829 students)

  6. Early Grade Reading Assessment (EGRA) to assess Grade 1 and 2 students’ literacy (823 students)

2.Objectives/Purpose/Key Responsibilities

Given the quantity and complexity of data gathered for this baseline, and the importance of being able to present robust findings for both internal and external purposes, CITL seeks a consultant to review the overall relevance, accuracy and appropriateness of the statistical analysis used within the baseline. The consultant will be expected to review the baseline materials in detail and identify any issues, putting forward recommendations for improvements where necessary and making the revisions as agreed with CITL to ensure the best possible quality of the end product. The review is expected to consider:

  1. That the most relevant, appropriate and accurate statistical analysis, tests, descriptions and presentations of results are used throughout the current report which is over 100-pages long

  2. That the survey provides the most effective statistical description and presentation of demographics and other characteristics of the survey samples

  3. That key measurements especially relating to relevant knowledge, attitudes, practice and literacy and numeracy skills are effectively calculated and clearly shown with appropriate confidence intervals, so that changes over time can be found through a later survey

  4. To ensure that the relevant associations of interest between key variables are effectively tested, and results presented and clearly explained

  5. To determine and explain any relevant anomalies

  6. To identify and comment on any key weakness of the survey methodology or other aspects, against which the results should be considered

  7. To ensure that the results of the statistical description and analysis are accurately reflected in the report narrative especially in the key findings of the survey and the recommendations for action

3.Expected Results or Outputs

  • Using the above key points (1-7) as guidance, the consultant will produce a tracked revision of the draft baseline report incorporating any necessary changes to the existing data tables, graphs, figures, and accompanying narrative explanation, including key findings and recommendations.
  • The consultant will produce a short accompanying report to explain the recommended changes and annexing all relevant analysis of data.
  • After review and discussion with CITL, the consultant will implement the agreed changes in a final draft of the full report.

4.Management and Reporting Arrangements

The consultant will report Shoaib Danish.

5.Schedule and Dates

The consultancy will take place in February 2016 over 4 days based on a timeline as agreed with the successful candidate.

6.Payment Schedule

The Consultant shall receive the full payment upon completion of the outputs.

7.Requirements

The consultant will require the following skills, qualifications and competencies:

  • Master’s degree in statistics or related field required
  • Extensive experience in applied statistical analysis for baseline and evaluations, ideally in education or related development sector
  • Strong technical knowledge of data analysis, statistical tests and relevant tools
  • Excellent analysis and writing skills
  • Written and oral fluency in English.

How to apply:

Candidatesshould provide the following:

  • An updated CV
  • Proposed timeline
  • Financial Proposal in USD
  • Indication of availability

The consultant will be expected to sign and adhere to CARE’s Code of Conduct and Child Protection policy. Interested applicants should respond to this ToR with a letter outlining their interest, availability and daily rate and a recent CV to Shoaib.Danish@careint.org by February 10, 2016.

Jordan: HR Manager, Temporary 6 month Contract (Subject to Review) - Jordan

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Organization: War Child UK
Country: Jordan
Closing date: 14 Feb 2016

Title of Post: HR Manager 6 Month Contracts - subject to review depending on funding

Location: Amman Jordan

Responsible to: Country Director - Jordan

An Overview:
War Child UK is currently expanding its operations In Jordan in view of the continuing refugee crisis in the country. Many Syrian children lack services in child protection, psychosocial support and education, which War Child UK can help to address. The new position of HR Manager is critical in supporting War Child UK expansion in Jordan as an agency ready and able to respond to the needs of children. This role will be crucial is scaling up the staffing structure and putting the HR systems needed in place to implement a rapidly expanding programme.

Description of Role
We’re looking for a motivated and qualified individual whose role will contribute to:
• Manage the recruitment and selection process for new staff, growing from 30 - 100+
• Recruit for and develop a functioning HR team
• Review and update HR policies and procedures
• Ensuring issues related to human resources are resolved in a timely and effective manner

Job Description - Main Task and Responsibilities

2.1 Human resources administration & policy

  • Advise on, monitor, and present HR policies across the Jordan country programme
  • Update organisational HR policies and procedures in line with employment law and best practice
  • Develop and monitor Equal Opportunities & Diversity
  • Provide strategic advice on HR and facility management matters to the Country Director
  • Ensure that the National Staff HRM policies are in place and adhered to
  • Ensure proper HR administration with policies and practices are in line with local legislation
  • Support the senior management team with complex HR issues
  • Provide training, capacity building and guidance to human resources staff
  • Ensures consistent application and execution of War Child’s policies in hiring, termination, Disciplinary & Grievance
  • Advise on terms and conditions of employment

2.2 Staff management

  • Manage, develop and support HR staff through a performance-based line-management system, dealing effectively with any performance issues.
  • Delegation of roles, tasks and duties in order to achieve the objectives of the HR department
  • Manage staff by guiding, coaching, instructing and motivating
  • Develop staff within and outside the HR team
  • Advise on visas and travel arrangement bookings for UK and international staff
  • Book and arrange inductions, travel for any newly recruited international staff

2.3 Processes & reporting

  • Manage induction process for new starters, including briefings on Child Protection policy
  • Create and maintain staff folders and HR Database, ensuring compliance with data protection
  • Manage annual leave system and other staff leave
  • Manage performance management processes
  • Advise on disciplinary and grievance where required

2.4 Office Management

  • Ensure effective organisational administration structures are in place
  • Lead negotiations on and management of key facilities contracts.
  • Maintenance and management of office systems, equipment, and premises

Contractual Terms:

  • Position: HR Manager Contract length: 6 months, renewable depending on funding
  • Salary: Approximately 2,700 JOD per month (including social security contributions)
  • Leave: a maximum of 16 days annual leave per annum, or the pro rata equivalent for shorter contracts and One extra day of annual leave per completed year of service, up to 5 years Permit requirements: Must be eligible to work in Jordan Start date: 1st March 2016
  • Working Hours: Full time, 40 hours per week
  • Probation: 1 month
  • Responsible to: Country Director, Jordan
  • Working relationships: Head of HR, UK and HR team members, Jordan

Essential Criteria - Person Specification

3.1. Experience

  • Solid experience of HR management, with demonstrable knowledge and hands-on experience of best practice, policies and procedures
  • Knowledge of HR in the international charity sector, experience of working for an international non-governmental organization.
  • Previous experience of line management, and a strong understanding of the principles of good performance management, appraisal and development
  • Experience advising and processing benefit information and payroll
  • Excellent IT literacy in MS Office packages and organisational IT systems
  • Experience managing an office environment and external suppliers

3.2. Skills/Knowledge/Expertise

  • A result oriented and problem solving approach to work challenges
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to deal with a variety of internal and external stakeholders and the ability to build effective working relationships
  • Able to process and articulate complexity in a clear and coherent way
  • Accurate, systematic, with an eye for detail
  • Able to work in a small, dynamic organization with limited resources
  • Flexible and willing to support others
  • Highly organized and a self-starter, with the ability to prioritize tasks and deadlines
  • Fluent in Arabic and English (written and spoken)

3.3. Competencies

  • Effectively plan, organize and manage resources
  • Ability to relate to and motivate staff effectively
  • Ability to exercise sound judgement and make decisions independently
  • Excellent problem solving skills

How to apply:

KEY DATES

  • Please submit up-to-date CV and cover letter/personal statement to email address: loumam@warchild.org.uk
  • All completed CV and cover letters/personal statments must reach War Child by midnight on Sunday 14th February 2016.
  • Due to limited resources War Child, HR will contact only the shortlisted candidates Interviews will take place week commencing 22nd February 2016
  • Any offer made will be conditional on receipt of 3 satisfactory written references. (from your most recent employer, any previous employer and a character reference). In case clarification is required after the receipt of complete reference forms, War Child reserves the right to telephone referees.
  • The successful applicant will be expected to provide a recent police criminal check from permanent country of residence, and be compliant and sign up to War Child’s Child Protection Policy. All prior to a final offer being made.

Vanuatu: Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL) Coordinator

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Organization: CARE Australia
Country: Vanuatu
Closing date: 22 Feb 2016
  • Vanuatu
  • Fixed term, 11 months

CARE is a leading international humanitarian aid organisation fighting global poverty, with a special focus on working with women and girls to bring lasting change to their communities.

The Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL) Coordinator has overall responsibility for ensuring CARE’s WASH projects are of a high quality, meet both CARE and donor requirements, and that effective monitoring and accountability mechanisms are in place. These projects have a post Pam recovery and an El Nino focus and are undertaking immediate and rehabilitation WASH activities in rural areas of Vanuatu.

To perform highly in this role and to compliment your knowledge of MEAL frameworks and experience implementing MEAL systems, you will have strong project cycle management and capacity building skills. Your demonstrated experience in continuous quality improvement as well as your understanding of knowledge management and how to implement knowledge management systems in a development context will set your apart from others. Your ability to respond effectively to challenges, to work flexibly and effectively in a small, diverse and busy team environment with minimal supervision will be highly regarded.


How to apply:

Want more information on the role and how to apply?
Please visit our website at http://www.care.org.au/careers

Applications Close: midnight, Monday 22 February 2016

Switzerland: Request for Proposal (RFP): Consultancy to support TB/HIV Activities Bid no. (2016/HTM/HIV/003)

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Organization: World Health Organization
Country: Switzerland
Closing date: 01 Mar 2016

The WHO programme on HIV is located in the HIV, TB and Malaria Cluster (HTM). The HIV and Hepatitis programme is guided by the Global Health Strategies for HIV and Hepatitis 2016-21. The new strategies are submitted to the Executive Board and World Assembly in respectively January and May 2016 for approval. The goal of the Secretariat’s draft strategy on HIV and Viral Hepatitis is to end the AIDS epidemic as a public health threat by 2030, within the context of ensuring healthy lives and promoting well-being for all at all ages. Furthermore, it is aligned with the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development: its focus is on ensuring financial security and health equity through its commitment to universal health coverage.

Within the HIV Department, the contractor will work with the Treatment and Care (TAC) Team

Main Tasks:

  1. Support the TB/HIV Global Task Force to review TB/HIV activities and identify innovative responses to country level implementation of WHO guidelines and recommendations developed under the TB/HIV collaborative activities framework.

  2. Assist with preparations for relevant conferences in collaboration with Global TB programme: 47th Union world conference on lung health 2016, Global TB conference TB2016.

  3. Provide technical input into HIV department regional and country level dissemination and capacity building activities of the WHO 2015 consolidated guidelines on the use of antiretrovirals for treating and preventing HIV infection

  4. Provide technical support to in-country reviews and intensified technical assistance plans of key countries identified (4-5) following reports on adoption of policy and implementation.

  5. Provide technical support for the review of TB and HIV concept notes for the Global Fund in high priority countries.

  6. Compile, verify and analyse the routine TB/HIV M&E data collection in coordination with the Global TB programme and UNAIDS.

  7. Support the development of a package of care and interventions for persons with advanced disease to reduce mortality from HIV-associated TB, including guidance on presumptive TB treatment and LF-LAM in the care package for late presenters.

  8. Strengthen country implementation monitoring of TB infection control in health facilities in 3-4 countries of extremely high burden of HIV-associated TB.

  9. Draft the final detailed plan and report on the 2015 plan and implementation on the consultancy which can be used by the coordinator of TAC for work plan and donor reporting.

  10. Provide regular draft communication updates for key TB/HIV stakeholders, including CDC, USAID and PEPFAR.

Key requirements for this consultancy:

Essential Education: • Medical Doctor Degree or Master in Public Health

Essential Work experience: • Essential: At least 7 years working experience in the field of infectious diseases of which two years in TB/HIV.

The work is estimated for a period of 12 months (20 days per month). The consultancy may be prolonged up to 24 months depending on performance and funding availability.


How to apply:

Submission of proposals: Please refer to the link below for all documents related to this RFP: https://www.ungm.org/Public/Notice/42626

No later than 1 March 2016, 12:00 (CET), the bidder shall complete and return by either email or hard copy to WHO (only when this step is completed the bidder is regarded as a prospective bidder):

a) Covering letter signed by the bidder or the respective authority when the bidder is not an individual.

b) Proposal (including, but not restricted to, technical and financial documents).

c) “2016HTMHIV003_3_RFP Confidentiality Undertaking (TAC TB/HIV)” form completed/signed.

d) “2016HTMHIV003_4_RFP Acknowledgement Form (TAC TB/HIV)” form completed/signed as confirmation of the bidder's intention to submit a bona fide proposal and designate its representative to whom communications may be directed, including any addenda.

e) “2016HTMHIV003*5* RFP Acceptance Form (TAC TB/HIV)” form completed/signed.

f) “2016HTMHIV003_6_RFP Completeness Form (TAC TB/HIV)” form completed/signed.

A prospective bidder requiring any clarification on technical, contractual or commercial matters may notify WHO via email at the following address no later than 23 February 2016, 12:00 CET.

· Email for submissions of forms and/or proposal: pdifin@who.int (use subject: Bid Ref 2016HTMHIV003)

  • Mailing address for submission of proposal:

World Health Organization ­­­­Mr. Jerome Peron HQ/HIV, PDI/FIN, D45034 Bid Ref: 2016HTMHIV003 20, Avenue Appia CH-1211 Geneva 27

RFP (2016/HTM/HIV/004): Provide design and layout services to the Department of HIV/AIDS and Global Hepatitis Program

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Organization: World Health Organization
Closing date: 04 Mar 2016

The WHO programme on HIV is located in the HIV, TB and Malaria Cluster (HTM). The HIV and Hepatitis programme is guided by the Global Health Strategies for HIV and Hepatitis 2016-21. The new strategies are submitted to the Executive Board and World Assembly in respectively January and May 2016 for approval. The goal of the Secretariat’s draft strategy on HIV and Viral Hepatitis is to end the AIDS epidemic as a public health threat by 2030, within the context of ensuring healthy lives and promoting well-being for all at all ages. Furthermore, it is aligned with the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development: its focus is on ensuring financial security and health equity through its commitment to universal health coverage.

The WHO Department of HIV/AIDS, which includes the Global Hepatitis Programme (the Department), works to provide evidence-based, policy and technical support to Member States in scaling up HIV and hepatitis treatment, care and prevention services in developing countries. The Department located at the headquarters in Geneva coordinates organization-wide efforts on these health areas, working with regional and country offices as well as relevant departments at the Headquarters.

The Programme Development and Implementation Unit within the Department of HIV covers the areas of programme planning, implementation, monitoring and reporting, human resources and financial management as well as advocacy and communications. This work requested under this RFP falls under the Department Advocacy and Communications work plan.

The Department is requesting proposals from prospective partners to provide design and layout services in 2016-2017. The suppliers will develop professional, efficient and high quality design and layout of publications such as policy briefs, meeting reports, factsheets, PowerPoint presentations and guidelines developed by department's technical units and staff. A common brand book and template artworks will be provided. A set of suppliers will be selected to enable multiple production workflows with different teams of the departments. The selected suppliers will have a wide ranging experience in the field, with fast and reliable production capacity, and with ability to ensure efficient delivery.

The contractual partners will be required to undertake the following duties:

On design and layout

  • To develop individual design and layout of the department products such as guidelines, policy briefs, technical reports, infographics, conference brochures, scientific posters, pull-up banners, posters, GIF images, PowerPoint presentations, flyers and pamphlets, among others;

  • To have capacity to produce short animation videos, enhanced visual presentations (Prezi and others)

  • To creatively articulate basic templates provided through the brand book for individual products;

  • To accurately follow standard formats (A5, A4, 16x24, A2) and features for WHO publications, including the logo, front and end matters, ISBN and disclaimers;

  • To be able to demonstrate ability to efficiently design complex, graphs, tables and maps;

  • To develop new concepts for products without templates, such as animations and infographics;

  • To develop design in multiple languages.

On production management

  • To check integrity and accuracy of the edited original texts from publication focal points, and query necessary details, elements such as annexes, references, tables of contents, expected deadlines and specifications;

  • To liaise with WHO technical officers and information manager, effectively coordinating various projects, often under time pressure and strict deadlines;

  • To have good ability to manage multiple projects, communicate with different technical officers, demonstrating effective project management skills and platforms (such as Baseline, Teamwork etc.);

  • To deliver low- and high-resolution files, and ability to share original artworks of publications with other partners;

  • To ensure the design and layout of the publications are easily accessible by visually impaired people as per WHO principles;

  • Suppliers should provide good quality publications and information products in low- and high-resolution files.

The detailed timeframe and production plans will be arranged individually for each product.

Key requirements for this consultancy:

  • The suppliers will have capacity to develop professional, efficient and high quality design and layout of publications

  • To have ability to do design and layout in one or more WHO official languages

  • To be able to collaborate and share templates and artwork files with other partners of the Department

  • To have a wide ranging experience in the field, with fast and reliable production capacity, and with ability to ensure efficient delivery.

  • To have understanding of international publishing standards, as well as WHO publishing policies and guidelines

  • To have demonstrated ability to develop public health information products for WHO Member States

The work is estimated for a period between 1 April 2016-31 December 2016.


How to apply:

Submission of proposals:

Please refer to the link below for all related documents:https://www.ungm.org/Public/Notice/42644

No later than 4 March 2016, 17:00 (CET), the bidder shall complete and return by either email or hard copy to WHO:

a) Covering letter signed by the bidder or the respective authority when the bidder is not an individual.

b) Proposal (including, but not restricted to, technical and financial documents).

c) “2016HTMHIV004_3_RFP Confidentiality Undertaking (PDI design)” form completed/signed.

d) “2016HTMHIV004_4_RFP Acknowledgement Form (PDI design)” form completed/signed as confirmation of the bidder's intention to submit a bona fide proposal and designate its representative to whom communications may be directed, including any addenda.

e) “2016HTMHIV004*5* RFP Acceptance Form (PDI design)” form completed/signed.

f) “2016HTMHIV004_6_RFP Completeness Form (PDI design)” form completed/signed.

A prospective bidder requiring any clarification on technical, contractual or commercial matters may notify WHO via email at the following address no later than 26 February 2016, 12:00 CET.

· Email for submissions of forms and/or proposal: pdifin@who.int (use subject: Bid Ref 2016HTMHIV004)

· Mailing address for submission of proposal: World Health Organization ­­­­Mr. Jerome Peron HQ/HIV, PDI/FIN, D45034 Bid Ref: 2016HTMHIV004 20, Avenue Appia CH-1211 Geneva 27

Papua New Guinea: Country Director, Papua New Guinea

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Organization: CARE Australia
Country: Papua New Guinea
Closing date: 06 Mar 2016
  • Goroka
  • Fixed Term – 3 years

CARE is a leading international humanitarian aid organisation fighting global poverty, with a special focus on working with women and girls to bring lasting change to their communities.

The Country Director provides effective leadership to CARE PNG staff and other stakeholders to undertake CARE International’s role in addressing poverty and injustice with particular focus on women and girls. This key role is responsible for ensuring efficient and accountable management of CARE International’s development and humanitarian program, and Country Office operations in PNG.

We are seeking an experienced strategic and senior operational manager with a proven ability to manage complex budgets, staff and programs. Your relevant experience in international aid, strategic thinking and decision making skills as well as capacity to build mutually beneficial relationships with internal and external stakeholders will ensure you perform successfully in this position. Your excellent management and leadership skills, sound judgement, intellect and demonstrated record of innovation and achievement will set you apart from others.


How to apply:

For more information and to apply, please visit our website at http://www.care.org.au/careers

United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland: Fundraising Assistant (Volunteer)

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Organization: War Child UK
Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
Closing date: 21 Feb 2016

1.1. Background & Description of the role

War Child’s mission is to provide assistance for children whose support networks have been torn apart by war.

War Child was founded in 1993 by film-makers David Wilson and Bill Leeson. Whilst on assignment in former Yugoslavia they were shocked by the way children’s lives were being torn apart by the conflict. When they returned home they were further shocked by politicians’ apathy towards the massacres and ‘ethnic cleansing’ taking place on our doorstep. Ever since, we’ve been persuading governments and decision-makers to meet their responsibilities to keep children safe.

War Child is looking for an exceptional volunteer to support our diverse fundraising work. The Fundraising Assistant will support the Individual Giving and Fundraising Team in all areas of fundraising including community and challenge events and will play a key role in supporting our regular donors.

This role will provide well-rounded experience in fundraising and is an ideal role for a candidate wanting to build a career within the charity and non-profit sector.

The volunteer’s role is crucial for our award-winning Fundraising Division, you’ll support the team’s work to expand War Child’s impact. In preparing for the next stage of War Child’s growth we are looking to sustainably increase and diversify our income. This will include a major focus on implementing excellent supporter care while increasing our regular donors.

1.2. Key Responsibilities

· Ensuring that War Child’s donor journey is implemented and that all fundraisers have a positive experience of supporting the charity.

· Developing and maintaining relationships with individual supporters ensuring fundraisers have an appropriate level of support for their fundraising initiatives.

· Make welcome calls to new supporters.

· Database management - working with the War Child Individual Giving Team to update the fundraising database with supporter information and utilise this as a tool to maintain communication with supporters.

· Copywriting.

· Conduct research and explore new areas of fundraising for War Child.

· Support the Community and Challenge Executive at fundraising events where necessary (including some weekends)

1.3. Responsible to

· Supporter Care Assistant

1.4. Working With

· The role involves working closely with the following stakeholders

· All staff in the Fundraising, Programmes & Finance Directorate

· Field Directors and staff

· Other War Child colleagues

· External suppliers including:

Telemarketing agencies

CRM support

Marketing and merchandise suppliers

1.5. Responsible for

o Providing support to the Individual Giving & Challenge Events and Community Fundraising team

1.6.Contractual Terms

· This role will be a 4-6 month placement, volunteering 4-5 days a week.

· This role involves working in War Child’s offices in Kentish Town (NW5).

· This is a voluntary position, with lunch and travel costs provided (for travel within zones 1-6 of London Underground)

· Any offer made will be conditional on receipt of 3 favourable written references, (from your most recent employer, any other previous employer and a character reference). War Child reserves the right to call the referees.

· The successful applicant will be expected to undergo a DBS check, be compliant and sign up to War Child’s Child Protection Policy prior to offer being made.

2. Job Description

2.1.Database Management: Tasks will include, but not be restricted to:

· Working with the Individual Giving team to update the fundraising database with supporter information and utilise this as a tool to maintain communication with supporters

· Implementing, importing and exporting data

· Batching income into the database and working with the finance team to code income appropriately

· Sending letters to donors and responding to donor queries

· Creating and updating records

2.2.Community Fundraisers and Individual Supporters: Tasks will include, but not be restricted to:

· Developing and maintaining relationships with individual supporters and ensuring that fundraisers have an appropriate level of support for their fundraising initiatives.

· Ensuring that War Child’s donor journey is implemented and that all fundraisers have a positive experience of supporting the charity

· Welcome and cancellation calls to donors

· Assisting with good luck calls and emails to fundraisers

· Sourcing prizes and products from companies for eventer goodie bags (working with corporate team)

2.3.Runs & Challenges

· Support the Fundraising team’s work of growing the number of War Child’s challenge event fundraisers.

· Engage with individuals to enrol them in supporting War Child, especially in relation to challenge events

· Explore new opportunities to recruit challenge event fundraisers and develop innovative ways to engage with this growing audience

2.4.General

· Conduct research and explore new areas of fundraising for War Child

· Support at fundraising events as required

3. Personal Specification - Essential Requirements

War Child’s office is a fun and lively environment made up of small group of extremely dedicated staff and volunteers. We’re looking for someone who can fit in well and bring their own personality and creativity to our fundraising and the wider charity.

3.1. Experience

· Understanding and knowledge of database management

· Conducting desk research

· Excellent written and verbal communicator

· Some understanding of charity fundraising mechanisms

3.2. Expertise

· Confident to work independently

· Analytical thinking

· Demonstrate a flexible attitude to working, including some evening weekend working

· IT literate with good knowledge of Microsoft Office and databases

3.3. Legal

o Eligible to work in the UK

3.4. Key Competencies

· Commitment to the vision and mission of War Child UK.

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

· Ability to collaborate and form effective partnerships with internal and external stakeholders.

· Attention to detail with a key focus in achieving results.

· Ability to effectively organise and prioritise own workload whilst making effective decisions.

· Focus on continuous improvement with the ability to contribute towards a culture of innovation and making an impact.

4. Desirable

· Involvement on a marketing or fundraising project

· Experience of using/managing relationship databases

· Experience of managing own projects

· An understanding of or experience of delivering fundraising events

· Interest/knowledge of the charity sector


How to apply:

· Please send your CV and a cover letter outlining how you meet the person specification to recruitment@warchild.org.uk by 11.59 pm of Sunday 21st February 2016.

· Due to limited resources War Child, HR will contact only the shortlisted candidates.

· Interviews will be held during week commencing w/c 22nd February 2016. You will be asked to complete a short written test at the interview stage.

Consultant: Comparative Evaluation on Community-Managed Savings-Led Approaches in the Mekong

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Organization: CARE Australia
Closing date: 06 Mar 2016

CARE Australia is committed to evaluating our work in terms of its effectiveness and sustainability and to contribute to our organisational learning.

In addition to end-of-project evaluations, CARE Australia undertakes strategic evaluations such as thematic or comparative evaluations which provide an opportunity to assess programming strategies and models, program impact and relevance. CARE Australia is seeking consultants to undertake a Comparative Evaluation on Community-Managed Savings-Led Approaches in the Mekong. The purpose of the evaluation is to develop a deeper and more systematised understanding of: the different community based microfinance approaches implemented by CARE in the Mekong; the differential impact of each model or approach on the financial inclusion and economic empowerment of women and men; which approaches and models work in what context and why; and provide recommendations for future programming strategies and direction. Through analysis of CARE’s programming, the study will also propose a conceptual paradigm and framework for CARE community-based microfinance approaches in SE Asia.


How to apply:

Want more information? Please view the Terms of Reference.

Questions about the role? Please contact Josie Huxtable, Gender Advisor at josie.huxtable@care.org.au

To apply: Please view the Terms of Reference for details of what to include in your Expression of Interest. Please send your Expression of Interest to Josie Huxtable, Gender Advisor at josie.huxtable@care.org.au

Applications Close: 5pm AEST Sunday, 6 March 2016

United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland: Entertainment Officer

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Organization: War Child UK
Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
Closing date: 18 Mar 2016

1.1. Background & Description of the role

War Child looks forward to a world in which children’s lives aren’t torn apart by war. We’re on the ground protecting children suffering the worst effects of war including child soldiers, victims of rape and abduction, disabled children and street children. We’re keeping them safe, getting them into education and giving them the tools and support to rebuild their lives and reach their full potential. We’re a small organisation with a big ambition to improve and change the lives of all children affected by war across the world. We’re a platform for children’s voices to be heard, we lobby global leaders and policy makers to ensure they keep their promises to respect and protect children’s rights, we work with local communities in the countries where we work to change attitudes and behaviours. We believe in the power of music to get our message across. With a little help from our music friends, we’ve put on the most prestigious and memorable gigs in history.

War Child is looking for an exceptional candidate to support our diverse fundraising work. The Entertainment Officer role is crucial for our award-winning, creative Fundraising Division, in supporting the team in raising funds to continue this rapid growth and expansion of our impact. The role will have a focus on supporting War Child’s Music & Entertainment team with both existing events in our portfolio plus new fundraising concepts that are in development.

1.2. Key Responsibilities

· To research and write reports periodically to analyse the market landscape and support effective decision making in the department

· To input into all strategic planning and delivery of the department’s objectives, events and campaigns

· To input into all departmental presentations and reports

· To assist in delivering and developing successful events and fundraising concepts, maximising all opportunities

· To successfully deliver War Child events including current portfolio (Aviate show, Winter Wassail, Passport To BRITs Week) and future portfolio (Rockumentary Film Festival, HELP Refugees etc)

· To successfully deliver event activity as part of our ongoing and future festival partnerships including Lovebox, Field Day, Citadel, Wilderness, Bestival, Isle Of Wight, House festival

· To play a part in each campaign aspect of integrated campaigns; production, marketing, sponsorship, talent liaison, content etc

· To assist in coordinating cross-organisation working groups; agendas, status notes

· To create and design impact reports, asks and project outlines

· To manage smaller projects on an ad-hoc basis; e.g. special releases, signed prints etc

· To deliver against a £50,000 fundraising target set out as part of annual objectives

· To proactively identify new creative fundraising concepts

· To be the first response to incoming enquiries from reactive sources; putting ideas through the robust planning and screening process to decipher value versus investment

· To liaise and build excellent relationships with fundraising teams and comms teams including PR, digital and social

· To manage relationships with suppliers on projects including bid analysis, lead times and billing

· To manage venue bookings on projects including bid analysis, lead times and billing

· To coordinate marketing collateral and manage approvals

· To lead on guest management and entry access at events; implementing smooth donor engagement

· Represent War Child at relevant events (may require working outside office hours)

· To support all sponsor management, led by Managers and Head of department

· To monitor news in sponsorship of music, sport, comedy and film

· Utilise War Child’s fundraising database as a relationship management tool to record, monitor and report on existing partnerships

· To share administration responsibilities amongst the wider team

· To promote and communicate War Child’s aims, mission, policies and work clearly and effectively

· Catalogue assets that can feed into the strategic plan on a project by project basis

· To allocate income budget codes incoming donations in preparation for data entry and to liaise with the finance team to reconcile income to all

· To assist with data entry into our in-house database, Supporter 360 (Salesforce – ensuring we maintain data integrity by achieving a high level of attention to detail

· To assist with managing project budgets

1.3. Responsible to

· Music & Entertainment Manager

1.4. Working With

The role involves working closely with the following stakeholders

o All staff in the Fundraising Directorate

o All staff in the Comms & Advocacy Directorate

o Other War Child colleagues

o War Child’s Key sponsors and supporters

1.5. Responsible for

o Providing direct support to the Music & Entertainment team

1.6.Contractual Terms

o Position: Permanent

o Salary: £26,500 per annum

o Working Hours: 9am – 5pm (full time, 37.5 hours per week)

o Place of Work: War Child UK HQ, Linton House, 39-51 Highgate Road, London NW5 1RT

o Probation: 6 months (TBC depending on successful candidate)

o Pension: Match up to 5% employee contributions into an approved independent pension scheme

2. Personal Specification - Essential Requirements

War Child’s office is a fun and lively environment made up of small group of extremely dedicated staff and volunteers. We’re looking for someone who can fit in well and bring their own personality and creativity to our fundraising and the wider charity.

2.1. Experience

· Supporting project managers in delivering event logistics and promotion

· Conducting desk research to support presentation writing and planning

· Writing presentations and reports to pitch and demonstrate impact

· Income generation and management

· Event management including production and promotion

· Delivering fundraising events from end to end

· Good understanding of charity fundraising mechanisms

· Some understanding of sponsor and partner management

· Good understanding of the live music and entertainment sector

2.2. Expertise:

· Proactive and confident to work independently

· Good creative and commercial awareness

· Ability to follow direction and report on progress to line manager

· Passion for music and entertainment

· Demonstrate a flexible attitude to working, including some weekend working and potential travel

· IT literate with good knowledge of Microsoft Office and database

2.3. Key Competencies

· Understanding of, and commitment to, War Child’s vision, mission and aims.

· Excellent written and verbal communicator

· Relationship development with both internal and external stakeholders

· Ability to effectively organise and prioritise your own workload whilst making effective decisions

· Attention to detail and quality control with a key focus on achieving results

· Focus on continuous improvement with the ability to contribute towards a culture of innovation and making an impact.

2.4. Legal

o Eligible to work in the UK

3. Desirable

o Involvement on a marketing or fundraising project

o Experience of Salesforce’s supporter 360

o Understanding of budgets, financial reporting and strategies

o Experience of managing own projects

o Broad interest and knowledge of the charity sector


How to apply:

Application Process

o Please fill out War Child Application Form from www.warchild.org.uk and email it to recruitment@warchild.org.uk by Friday 18th March 2016 at 5.00pm. (Please note, we do not accept CVs).

o Interviews will be held on Wednesday 23rd or Thursday 24th March 2016.

o After your interview you will be asked to complete a short written test.

o Any offer made post the interview will be conditional on receipt of 3 favourable written references, (from your most recent employer, any other previous employer and a character reference). War Child reserves the right to call the referees, in case clarification is required post the receipt of complete reference forms. The successful applicant will be expected to undergo a DBS Police check, a medical check for overseas travel purposes, be compliant and sign up to War Child’s Child Protection


Request for Proposal (RFP): Provide editing services to the Department of HIV/AIDS and Global Hepatitis Programme, in 2016-2017 (2016/HTM/HIV/005)

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Organization: World Health Organization
Closing date: 04 Mar 2016

The WHO programme on HIV is located in the HIV, TB and Malaria Cluster (HTM). The HIV and Hepatitis programme is guided by the Global Health Strategies for HIV and Hepatitis 2016-21. The new strategies are submitted to the Executive Board and World Assembly in respectively January and May 2016 for approval. The goal of the Secretariat’s draft strategy on HIV and Viral Hepatitis is to end the AIDS epidemic as a public health threat by 2030, within the context of ensuring healthy lives and promoting well-being for all at all ages. Furthermore, it is aligned with the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development: its focus is on ensuring financial security and health equity through its commitment to universal health coverage.

The WHO Department of HIV/AIDS, which includes the Global Hepatitis Programme (the Department), works to provide evidence-based, policy and technical support to Member States in scaling up HIV and hepatitis treatment, care and prevention services in developing countries. The Department located at the headquarters in Geneva coordinates organization-wide efforts on these health areas, working with regional and country offices as well as relevant departments at the Headquarters.

Advocacy and communication is a key pillar of the Department's work, and focuses on promoting the latest norms and standards, and implementation experiences through effective launch events, information products, publications and websites. During 2015, the Department developed over 80 publications, including normative guidelines, policy briefs, technical and meeting reports and scientific posters. These publications were launched at key events such as global HIV and Hepatitis conferences and congresses, and were disseminated among national and international partners, implementing agencies, policymakers, and WHO staff.

WHO guidelines and information products play important roles in improving and implementing effective HIV and hepatitis policies and programmes in developing countries. It is essential that these information products are conveyed in good quality and consistency of style, ensuring accuracy of the technical content resulting from professional writing, technical, copy-editing and proofreading.

The contractors will be required to work with Department staff upon receiving specific instructions for the nature of assignment. For writing of the publications, instructions should be provided on the nature of the document, objectives, target audiences, expected results, deadlines as well as background content. For editing and proofreading assignments, draft documents, their attachments as well background content should be provided along with specifications on the expected quality requirements and timelines for the assignment. While requirements for writing may be individually arranged depending on the product, for editing and proofreading, there are 4 accepted levels of such assignments established by WHO Press unit. WHO House Style should provide the editing guidance and contractors will be remunerated based on standard fees agreed by WHO. Here are the requirements for 4 levels of editing assignments:

Level I: Basic copyediting

• Enter editorial changes to text and tables electronically (using track changes if requested).

• Prepare a list of proposed changes to figures in Microsoft Word, or enter changes manually on a printed copy.

• Check spelling for correctness, conformity to WHO house style and consistency.

• Check grammar (verb–subject agreement, dangling participles, incorrect or unclear use of pronouns, etc.) and punctuation for correctness and consistency.

• Check that word usage is appropriate.

• Eliminate abbreviations as far as possible and ensure that essential abbreviations are spelled out at the first mention.

• Delete excessive italic, boldface and quotation marks.

• Ensure that numbers and units of measurement (SI units) are used appropriately and consistently, in accordance with WHO house style.

• Check spelling and presentation of Member States' names.

• Check other proper names (for cities, international conventions, conferences, nongovernmental organizations, named individuals, etc.).

• Edit chapter titles, subheadings and table and figure legends for brevity, consistency and parallel construction, and check numbering if appropriate.

• Check formatting of chapters, sections, subsections, paragraphs, lists (e.g. with bullet points) and table and figure captions for consistency.

• Check that references have been cited in the correct sequence.

• Ensure that WHO house style has been used for reference lists/bibliographies and that the information for each reference is complete.

• Ensure that all cross-references to chapters, sections, subsections, tables and figures are correct.

• Monitor paragraph length and content. Eliminate verbatim repetition of text, tables or figures and cut out redundant passages.

• Check for and eliminate or query discriminatory language.

• Edit or prepare a table of contents.

• Respond to queries from WHO translation unit if the document is being translated.

• (Optional) Mark up a hard copy of the text with all necessary instructions for the typesetter/layout specialist.

Level II. Technical editing

• In addition to requirements for the Level I, the editor should:

• Establish the purpose and intended readership of the material to be edited and ensure that the writing style is appropriate.

• Ensure that technical terms are used precisely and in accordance with the recommendations of WHO and other international bodies.

• Question possible factual errors.

• Consider and query what might have been omitted, with the aim of achieving a balanced and effective document.

• Identify and take appropriate action regarding material that shows undue bias, is politically or legally sensitive, or whose publication would be prejudicial to the best interests of WHO or any of its Member States.

• Improve the presentation and wording so that the text is easier to read and understand. Check overall structure and suitability of headings. Simplify technical language, eliminate jargon and introduce definitions when needed. Rewrite long complicated sentences. Eliminate verbosity, pomposity and discriminatory language. Ensure that there is no ambiguity in the language used – English is not the mother tongue of many readers and the text may be translated into other languages.

• Eliminate unnecessary and repeated material.

• Check that the titles of references cited correspond to the subject matter in the text at the point of citation.

• Advise on the selection and effective use of tables, illustrations, text boxes, footnotes and annexes. Ensure that they prove their point and that any text included is edited (for technical reasons it is preferable to edit figures only on hard copy and not on screen). Make the presentation of similar data consistent. Check that any tables, figures and annexes are correctly cited in the text. Check that the main text correctly reflects the information given in tables and figures, and that any simple mathematical calculations (e.g. column totals) are correct.

• Make suggestions on layout, as appropriate.

• Complete a style sheet as a record of decisions taken concerning spelling, hyphenation, format, etc.

• Compile a list of queries (e.g. regarding technical errors and ambiguities, inconsistencies and faulty logic) for the author as a separate list or embedded in the text using the comments facility, as requested. For long or complex assignments, it is advisable to send a list of queries after editing each chapter or section, as appropriate.

• Revise the material to take into account the author's responses to editorial queries.

• (Optional) Draft or edit a back-cover text (blurb), if applicable.

Level III. Rigorous substantive (developmental) editing

In addition to requirements for the Level I and II, the editor will be required to:

• Monitor overall structure for logical flow and balance and advise/consult on how to rectify if necessary.

• Rewrite, reorganize or shorten the text as needed to improve its logical structure or argument and make communication more effective, taking into account the target readership.

• Write new text as needed.

• Suggest different ways of presenting material when necessary.

• Revise the material to take account of comments of reviewers and additional material supplied by the author.

The detailed timeframe and production plans will be arranged individually for each product.

Key requirements for this assignment:

Essential: Previous track record of writing, editing or copy-editing for WHO/ or international agencies. Familiarity with WHO House style and editing rules.

Desirable: Inclusion in WHO Press roster for recommended writers and editors. With excellent communication and writing skills in English, familiarity and experience with WHO publishing rules, and experiences or in the field of HIV or hepatitis would be an asset.

The work is estimated for a period between 1 April 2016-31 December 2016.


How to apply:

Submission of proposals: (please refer to the link below for all RFP required documents)https://www.ungm.org/Public/Notice/42845

No later than 4 March 2016, 17:00 (CET), the bidder shall complete and return by either email or hard copy to WHO:

a) Covering letter signed by the bidder or the respective authority when the bidder is not an individual.

b) Proposal (including, but not restricted to, technical and financial documents).

c) “2016HTMHIV005_3_RFP Confidentiality Undertaking (PDI editing)” form completed/signed.

d) “2016HTMHIV005_4_RFP Acknowledgement Form (PDI editing)” form completed/signed as confirmation of the bidder's intention to submit a bona fide proposal and designate its representative to whom communications may be directed, including any addenda.

e) “2016HTMHIV005*5* RFP Acceptance Form (PDI editing)” form completed/signed.

f) “2016HTMHIV005_6_RFP Completeness Form (PDI editing)” form completed/signed.

A prospective bidder requiring any clarification on technical, contractual or commercial matters may notify WHO via email at the following address no later than 26 February 2016, 12:00 CET.

· Email for submissions of forms and/or proposal: pdifin@who.int (use subject: Bid Ref 2016HTMHIV005)

· Mailing address for submission of proposal:

World Health Organization ­­­­Mr. Jerome Peron HQ/HIV, PDI/FIN, D45034 Bid Ref: 2016HTMHIV005 20, Avenue Appia CH-1211 Geneva 27

South Sudan: Consultancy BIOMEDICAL TECHNICIAN

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Organization: World Health Organization
Country: South Sudan
Closing date: 29 Feb 2016

Background:

South Sudan, the newest nation in the world, has an estimated population of 9,297,254 which includes 1,952,423 children under the age of five years and 2,324,314 women of child bearing age. The newly independent country suffers from one of worst burden of the high rates of mortality, fertility and under-nutrition. The Infant Mortality Rate (IMR) and under-five mortality rates (U5MR) stand at 75 and 105 per 1000 live births respectively.[1]

In responding to this high mortality and morbidity rates in the country, WHO with funding from the DFATD is implementing the comprehensive Emergency Obstetrics Care Project that aimed to make CEmONC services available 24/7; The project is implemented in six states referral hospitals and it includes construction of maternity complexes.

Purpose of the Post

To provide technical support to the DFATD maternal child health project, back stopped the chief engineer of the project and supervise the construction of maternity complexes in Aweil, Kwajork and Torit counties in South Sudan.

Under the overall guidance of the Project Manager, Chief Engineer and Operation officer, the consultant will work closely with Hospital administrators and technicians to carry out the following main duties:

Biomedical equipment inventory

  • Inventory of biomedical equipment in use on the wards

  • Inventory of spare parts and consumables on the wards.

Energy status

  • Analysis of energy reviews based on generator capacity

  • Status of electrical protection (people, equipment and circuits)

  • Check electrical grounding

Interventions

  • Biomedical equipment repair

  • Set up maintenance monitoring according to maintenance manual (*planning, spare parts lists and technical files*)

HR

  • Train field logistician and biomedical technician through tutoring

ELECTRICAL

§ Assess the electrical installations identifying problems and needs covering all the aspects mentioned in the electricity policy.

§ Assess electrical material and determine quality standards.

§ Localize possible a focal persons –together with HR department- to implement, install or follow the works.

§ Assess the local company’s capacity to carry out electrical installations with a minimum quality according MSF protocols and the possibility of subcontracting electrical works.

§ Elaborate electrical sketches for dual power supply by solar and generator to be followed by contractors or implementing workers.

§ Develop maintenance schedule for focal person

Water supply

· Plans and organises the supply and treatment of water to ensure quality in assigned projects site following water hygiene and sanitation standard protocols in force

· Ensures the proper follow up of water treatments instructions

· Monitors the consumption of water and reactive agents.

· Checks the good maintenance of the supply material installed in the field

· Plans the material maintenance with the technicians

· Being the technical reference person for all water supply

Sanitation

· Plans and organises the installation of toilets the assigned construction facilities

· Give training to ensures a proper monitoring of the maintenance and hygiene of these toilets

· Give technical support supervision on Plans and organises the construction of drainage systems and treatment of used water

Waste Management

· Supervise the construction of waste management area respecting different waste treatment disposal in a assigned health structure

· Give technical support to contractors on construction of waste management area and supervise Plans and organises the waste management per facility and/or department

· Ensures the implementation of protocols for waste treatment according to waste management standard are respected in day by day implementation , give trainings on proper waste segregation to its nature

· Checks that the water, hygiene and sanitation material is properly stocked

· Ensure the supply and provision of waste bins for proper waste segregation in a assigned project health structure

· Give training on medical waste management and treatment in a assigned project health structure

· Give Technical support on construction of de- Montfort incinerator

· Give Technical support on construction of a sharp pit and reducer

· Prepared the project construction work chart chronogram together with the contractor - daily work with the Work Supervisor(s) and Foremen

Building site supervision

· Checks that the work is carried out correctly, following Timelines, protocols and the project’s specifications

· Carries out quality control on the construction site (provides reports regularly)

· Regular reporting

REPORTING

Weekly and monthly reporting of all the areas of work

Develop maintenance logbook for all areas for the focal persons in each state

FIELD VISITS (6 states)

Maximum 20 -22 days per month in the field

Education

Diploma in Electrical Engineering, biomedical engineering with specialization in electrical installation

Language:

  • Excellent written and communication skills in English
  • Knowledge of Arabic is an asset

Experience

Min. 5 years of relevant experience at national and international level

Duration of the post: 6months with probability of extension


How to apply:

Send your CV and application to denaries@who.int with a copy to pauls@who.int
Please specify in the subject line of the email the title of the position and add WHO Maternal Child Health South Sudan

United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland: Honorary Treasurer - War Child

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Organization: War Child UK
Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
Closing date: 20 Mar 2016

War Child - Overview:

Our main aim is to respond to conflict emergencies early, bringing life-saving child protection to children. Having been established in 1993 and currently operating in Iraq, Afghanistan, Jordan, Uganda, the Democratic Republic of Congo and Central African Republic, we focus on issues which particularly affect children in conflict areas, and have three main programmes:

  • Education
  • Livelihoods
  • Child protection

Our mission also extends to post conflict recovery phases, meaning that we stay with affected populations until the impact of conflict is no longer the primary driver of issues that need to be addressed.

War Child has grown significantly and rapidly over the past few years. Income increased to £8.2 million in 2015 translating to a dramatic increase in the numbers of children and other people in need we reach directly, from 5,000 beneficiaries in 2008 to over 120,000 in 2015. Our programming has become more effective, efficient and impactful, achieving high consistency across the countries in which we operate in.

Our five year strategy sets out an ambitious agenda for us to grow our response and impact efforts and includes projected income growth up to £16 million by 2019. However, our actual growth for 2015 exceeded our projected income plan. We are seeking a Treasurer to join and support the Board of trustees in providing good quality governance for an organisation experiencing such rapid growth.

Main responsibility/purpose of the role:

The Honorary Treasurer appointed will monitor the financial affairs of the charity ensuring the Charity’s financial viability and report to the Trustee Board at regular intervals about the financial health of the organisation. Appointment will be based on particular expertise. Further details can be found in the Job and person specification attached or by visiting our website www.warchild.org.uk

This is a voluntary position with reasonable travel and subsistence expenses paid. Our offices are based on Highgate Rd, Kentish Town NW5 1RT


How to apply:

How to Apply:

Candidates for the role of Honorary Treasurer are invited to submit an up-to-date CV with a covering note setting out what expertise they would bring to the role and why they are interested in joining the War Child board of trustees.

CV and cover letter submission should reach War Child, Closing date: mid-night 20th March 2016 should be sent to recruitment@warchild.org.uk

A panel comprising of, the Chair of the War Child board, Sacha Deshmukh; the CEO, Rob Williams; and trustee, Nabila Jiwaji, will undertake interviews for shortlisted applicants on Tuesday 12thApril.

The selected candidate will be asked to join the Trustee Board at their meeting on 27thApril.

For any queries or if you would like a confidential discussion about this opportunity please contact the War Child Director of Operations and Finance before applying, Contact name and number: Sarah Welsh on 020 7916 9276.

United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland: Corporate Partnerships Executive (New Business)

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Organization: War Child UK
Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
Closing date: 06 Mar 2016

Position: Corporate Partnerships Executive (New Business)

Responsible to: Corporate Development Manager

Start date: April 2016

Applications deadline: 11:59pm Sunday6th March 2016

1. Overview

1.1. Background

War Child’s mission is to support and strengthen the protective environment for children who, as a result of conflict, live with a combination of insecurity, poverty and exclusion. Over the next five years War Child will develop its organisational capability to benefit, directly and indirectly, 10% of the most marginalised children, living in ten of the worst conflict affected countries in the world. War Child will campaign to persuade decision makers to begin allocating the level of financial and political commitment needed to reduce the number of children dying and suffering from the effects of war.

War Child has had significant success in recent years, winning partnerships with Aviate Global, The Body Shop and River Island. We are a multi-award winning organisation – our Fundraising has been recognised at The Institute of Fundraising and Third Sector awards; our work with the music industry has won awards at BRITs, NME and MOBO Awards, and our Programmes and Advocacy work has been awarded the United Nations Grand Award. Our work has been referenced as best practice by DFID, Comic Relief and the Prime Minister.

1.2. Description of the role

The Corporate Partnerships Executive’s role is crucial for our award-winning, creative Fundraising Division, in helping to raise funds to enable this rapid growth and expansion of our impact. In preparing for the next stage of our growth we are looking to increase and diversify our income in a sustainable way. This will include a major focus on building a wider corporate partnerships portfolio at War Child which the Corporate Partnerships Executive’s role will have a major part in delivering.

What our fundraising team say:

“It’s such an exciting time to be working at War Child in the corporate fundraising team, with recent successes strengthening our portfolio of partners. The work that War Child does is vital and helps the most marginalized children living in some of the most dangerous places in the world – it’s a cause that is easy to understand and difficult to argue with.” Head of Corporate Partnerships

“Working at War Child has been a fantastic experience. The staff are all incredible, and I feel extremely motivated to do well and make a positive impact through my work.” Fundraising Intern

“War Child is an organisation with an imperative and inspirational cause and a fantastic team to work with. I feel very lucky to be part of it.” Head of Philanthropy

1.3. Key Responsibilities

o Achieve agreed financial and non-financial objectives in line with the Organisational Fundraising Strategy.

o Researching, identifying new business opportunities and approaching with an aim of securing new corporate partners (COTY and commercial)

1.4. Responsible to

o Corporate Development Manager

1.5. Working With

The role involves working closely with the following stakeholders

o All staff in the Fundraising Directorate

o All staff in the Programmes Directorate

o Field Directors and staff

o Other War Child colleagues

1.6. Responsible for

o No line management responsibilities

1.7.Contractual Terms

o Position: Permanent

o Salary: £26,500 - 30,250 p.a. (gross, depending on experience)

o Working Hours: Full time, 37.5 hours per week.

o Travel: Possible travel to War Child overseas country offices

o Probation: 6 months

o Leave: 28 days pa, increasing by one day for each year’s service up to a maximum of 5 additional days

o Pension: Matching contribution to your private pension up to 5% of gross salary

o Benefits: As applicable as per War Child Benefit Policy

2. Job Description

2.1.Corporate Fundraising

New Business:

o To work closely with the Corporate Development Manager to create and deliver strategies and plans to develop the corporate partnerships teams contribution to the overall fundraising strategy and budget

o To be accountable for the delivery of an element of the budget and to share accountability for the delivery of the income of the corporate partnerships team

o This is a role that requires a significant degree of creativity and resourcefulness, to not only identify current existing opportunities, but to conceive and develop new opportunities outside of traditional charity partnerships.

o To conceive and deliver proposals with strong cases for support to engage companies in War Child’s work – targeting both CSR and marketing teams. This could include products, events, sponsorships and social media activity.

o To help build a base of corporate prospects who are interested in supporting War Child, working with colleagues across the organisation including trustees, major donors and their networks. This will include researching and identifying new corporates as well as developing existing potential partners from our supporter database.

o To convert those prospects into donors, by developing relationships through personal visits, communication, attending networking events, writing proposals and making presentations.

o To work with the Corporate Development Manager to secure sponsorship and partnerships that will support War Child’s work with the music, events and entertainment team.

o To ensure all active and potential corporate partners receive an excellent level of service, understand clearly the work War Child does, and feel positive about all their points of engagement with War Child.

o To set annual budgets for income and expenditure, along with the Corporate Development Manager, and provide regular updated forecasts.

o To work closely with the Programmes Team in preparing funding proposals, and liaise with others in the organisation to select appropriate projects/tasks.

o To ensure all War Child’s corporate fundraising meets appropriate charity law, and follows industry best practice, in particular Institute of Fundraising guidelines and Data Protection legislation.

o To ensure the database is kept up to date with corporate relationships, and to keep and maintain up to date records of activity.

o To ensure agreements are in place which set out the expectations and requirements of both War Child and each corporate partner, ensuring each partnership is transparent and well managed.

o To undertake other duties as directed by the Corporate Development Manager or Head of Corporate Fundraising.

o Co-ordinate successful hand-overs of new business wins to corporate account managers/officers.

Account management:

o To account manage active corporate partnerships (when appropriate), maximising income and donor motivation and satisfaction, by creating effective relationships and exciting activity plans which inform and motivate staff to raise money for War Child.

Planning and Development:

o Contribute to the strategic planning process for new and existing corporate partners in order to plan effectively for growth and funding opportunities.

o Give consideration to cost efficiency at all times.

o Supervision of the corporate fundraising volunteers who support the new business function when required.

2.2 General

o Update the fundraising database and maximise its potential as a fundraising tool.

o Ensure all War Child fundraising activity, as a minimum requirement, adheres to the Fundraising Standards Board and Institute of Fundraising’s Codes of Conduct and is tax effective.

o Submit reports on fundraising activity as required.

o Monitor and evaluate fundraising activity as and when required.

o Perform other duties as may be required from time to time by the Corporate Development Manager in order to support delivery of the wider organisational strategy.

o To update databases and supporter information systems on a regular basis in line with Data Protection legislation and War Child policy and procedures.

o To ensure that there is effective and regular, timely and accurate reporting against plans, budgets and objectives in line with the fundraising team and War Child as a whole.

o To be self-servicing in all administrative tasks.

o Maintain an up to date knowledge of current activities of War Child and be an advocate of the War Child brand at all times.

3. Personal Specification - Essential Requirements

War Child’s office is a fun and lively environment made up of small group of extremely dedicated staff and volunteers. We’re looking for someone who can fit in well and bring their own personality and creativity to our fundraising and the wider charity.

3.1. Experience

o Demonstrable experience in a new business development environment.

o Demonstrable experience of the ability to be able to talk to people from all backgrounds and excellent communication skills both at an individual level and in group situations. With excellent social and networking skills.

o Experience of success in contributing to a team strategy.

o Demonstrable success in generating income/sales and achieving financial targets.

o Proven track record of supporting on the development of successful proposals, applications or business documents.

3.2. Education

o Educated to degree level or equivalent.

3.3. Expertise

o IT literate with good knowledge of Microsoft Office and databases.

o Understanding and appreciation of different types of corporate charity partnerships, and understanding the corporate motivations behind each.

o Creative and innovative thinker with the ability to develop new commercial ideas and translate into action and results.

o Excellent organisational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

o Confident in dealing with people at all levels, and ability to influence and negotiate.

3.4. Key Competencies

o Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to deal with a variety of internal and external stakeholders.

o Results oriented and problem solving approach to work and challenges with the ability to contribute towards a culture of making an impact.

o Adaptable and flexible approach. Ability to build effective working relationships.

o Able to understand international development including War Child’s vision, mission and aims and present War Child’s work with authority.

o Enjoy working as part of a small team, often under pressure whilst making effective decisions.

o Willing to visit overseas projects and work occasional evenings and weekends (if required).

3.5. Legal

o Eligible to work in the UK and travel to the countries in which War Child operates.

4. Personal Specification - Desirable

o Fundraising experience

o Experience of negotiating with corporate donors

o Experience of using Salesforce or similar charity database

o Involvement in managing events

o Knowledge and understanding of UK fundraising laws and best practice

o Understanding of budgets, financial reporting and strategies

o Understanding of and/or sympathy to the issues in international development

o Experience or knowledge of the entertainment and music industries

o Fundraising training


How to apply:

o Download the War Child Application Pack and complete the Application Form (*Please note that individual CVs will not be accepted) from www.warchild.org.uk*

o All completed application forms must reach recruitment@warchild.org.uk by 11:59pm on Sunday 6th March 2016

o Due to limited resources War Child, HR will contact only the shortlisted candidates

o First round interviews will be held during week commencing 14th March 2016 with second round interviews week commencing 21st March 2016.

o Any offer made will be conditional on receipt of 3 favourable written references, (from your most recent employer, any other previous employer and a character reference). In case clarification is required post the receipt of complete reference forms, War Child reserves the right to call the referees.

o The successful applicant will be expected to undergo a DBS check, a medical check for overseas travel purposes, be compliant and sign up to War Child’s Child Protection Policy prior to a final offer being made. (void

Iraq: Area Programme Manager (APM), Duhok

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Organization: War Child UK
Country: Iraq
Closing date: 13 Mar 2016

Position: Area Programme Manager (APM), Duhok

Reports to: Country Director

Location: Duhok, KRI, Iraq

Line Management Responsibility:

· Directly reporting to APM: PO (Education), PO (Child Protection), Finance Officer, Admin/logs/HR Assistant

· Indirectly reporting to APM: The War Child Dohuk team.

Contract: Fixed term 12 Month Contract

1. Overview

1.1. Background

War Child UK (WCUK) works with children who, as a result of conflict, live with a combination of poverty, exclusion and insecurity. These children might include street children, child headed households, children associated with armed groups, and children who have been put in prison. Our mission is to support and strengthen the protective environment around all the children we serve. We look forward to a world in which the lives of children are no longer torn apart by war. This is a vision that can only be realised through the collective actions of children themselves, communities and their leaders, other NGOs, governments and key decision makers.

1.2. Purpose of the Role

The Area Programme Manager (APM) is responsible for War Child operations in Duhok. The Area Programme Manager will be expected to lead on programme development and management. S/he will supervise and work directly with his/her team in Duhok and the country office in Erbil. APM is responsible for the management and coordination of project activities, overseeing efficient implementation of the programme, financial management of the programme, advocacy, M&E and respecting accountability and compliance requirements of War Child and its donors, beneficiaries and the local government authorities. S/he is further responsible for development of new initiatives, safety and security of the team, representation and coordination with the UN clusters, local authorities and other agencies, and conduct performance management of the team members reporting to the position.

The APM will ensure compliance with War Child policies and procedures, including the clear and consistent application of child safeguarding and code of conduct policies.

  1. Key Responsibilities

2.1.Strategy and policy development

o APM will contribute to strategic and policy debate and drafts shared for input/ feedback as well as take lead in developing some of these

o S/he will assist the CD in developing a country strategy for Iraq and actively participate in the process and writing up sections of the strategy document

2.2.Programme development and management

The APM ensures that programme delivery is on track, and that organisational policies and procedures are consistently applied in all operations and programming. The post is responsible for ensuring that projects are reported on in line with agreed project objectives and deadlines, and that agreed approaches to programme development and programme cycle management are applied. Further, the APM is responsible to:

o Prepare, update and implement project work plans and review progress on a monthly basis with input from partner and all members of team.

o Promote of participatory approaches in the programme, particular community and children’s participation

o Prepare regular reports on budgets and expenditures in collaboration with Finance/Operations Manager to track spending and take corrective action if necessary.

o Prepare timely narrative donor and internal reports.

o Work with CD to oversee management of grants including the timely implementation of planned activities and appropriate spending of funds.

o Ensure timely grant reporting that clearly relates to the stated goals and objectives of relevant grant and relates expenditures to activities.

o Identify funding gaps for programme activities and assist CD in programme development to ensure that funds are raised to address those gaps in annual planning.

o With teams, write and submit concept notes and proposals to ensure new funding is acquired to achieve strategic goals.

o Provide Country Director with technical assistance in writing new project initiatives and proposals

o Collaborate with Finance and Operations Manager on finances and budget tracking

o Conduct and or participate in field assessments and donor liaison as appropriate

o Mobilise support of government, NGO, and community stakeholders for garnering support for War Child activities at field level.

o Facilitate visits to the project sites by donor representatives, auditors, country office and HO

o Represent War Child at all relevant forums, cluster meetings and with local authorities.

o Identify advocacy issues in the programme and advocate with the concerned authorities, humanitarian actors, donors, UN and other actors

2.3.Capacity Building and Training

o Identify needs and design capacity building programme for partners, representatives of relevant government line departments in key areas including financial management, donor compliance, child protection and monitoring and evaluation.

o Deliver training and where appropriate enlist external expertise.

o Provide ongoing training and support to partner organisations and staff members.

o Comply fully and ensure partner compliance with War Child’s Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy.

2.4.Monitoring and Evaluation

o Develop M&E plans for all projects

o Perform project monitoring and evaluation in line with donor reporting requirements and log frame

o Maintain database with beneficiary numbers

o Facilitate internal and external evaluations of the project, using these as opportunities to document achievements, challenges and learning.

o Strengthen culture of accountability and learning within the team and in the course of project implementation

2.4.Compliance

o Ensure compliance with donor and War Child rules and regulations in all areas including financial management, record keeping and procurement

o Comply fully with WCUK’s finance, security and child protection policies and procedures, managed by the Country Director.

o Ensure that receipts and supporting documents are provided to the based Finance and Operations Manager and Finance Officer in line with donor and War Child requirements.

o Liaise with the Country Director and London based Programme Development and Grants Coordinator to resolve any budgeting issues.

o Ensure partner compliance with all of the above.

o Assist CD in identifying and approaching in-country donors for matched funding for projects and fund raising.

2.5.Human Resource Management

o Manage the team and ensure they have opportunities to build their experience and knowledge in the relevant sectors/ areas of focus for War Child

o Ensure all team members have a work plan, performance management plan is in place and regular performance reviews are conducted.

o Encourage the team on self-development approach and in this regard provide the necessary guidance

3. Job and person specifications

3.1. Experience

A minimum of 5 year experience of delivery and supervision of child protection, education and livelihoods programming in conflict and post-conflict environments, combining direct service delivery, capacity building of partner agencies, and advocacy through direct implementation and in partnership with state and non-state actors. Experience of institutional funding raising, proposal development and report writing is necessary.

3.2. Education and Expertise

o Master’s Degree in social work, psychology, social sciences or NGO Programme Management.

o Project and People management

o Best practice knowledge of child protection, gender sensitivity, the protective environment framework and child rights programming

o Sound knowledge of participatory approaches

o Fluency (written and verbal) in English; Arabic language skills preferred

o Proposal writing experience

o Setting up monitoring and evaluation systems

o Grant management and reporting – experience of working on EC/ECHO/DFID funded projects would be an advantage

o Rigorous budget and expenditure management

o Experience of working in emergency context

o Experience of working with children in conflict with the law

3.3. Qualities

o Team player

o Accurate, systematic, with an eye for detail

o Problem solver

o Calm under pressure

o Able to work in a small, dynamic organisation with limited resources

o Creative and innovative

o Commitment to War Child’s aims, values and mission

3.4. Contractual Terms

o Working Hrs: 37.5 hours per week – Fulltime

o Probation Period: 6 Months

o Travel: Within Iraq with occasional travel to the UK office for induction etc.

o Salary: £33,000 per annum

o Leave Entitlement: 30 days per annum

o Pension: Matching Contribution to your private pension up to 5% of gross salary

o Benefits: As per War Child’s International Staff Benefits policy.


How to apply:

· Download War Child Application Form and the completed Application Form must reach War Child at recruitment@warchild.org.uk by 11:59pm of Sunday 13th March 2016. Please note, we do not accept CVs.

· Due to limited resources War Child, HR will contact only the shortlisted candidates.

· First stage interviews will be held on week commencing 21st March 2016. There will be an exercise to complete as part of the assessment on the day.

· Any offer made post interview will be conditional on receipt of 3 favourable written references, (from your most recent employer, any other previous employer and a character reference). War Child reserves the right to call the referees, in case clarification is required post the receipt of complete reference forms.

· The successful applicant will be expected to undergo a Police check from a country of permanent residence, a medical check, be compliant and sign up to War Child’s Child Protection Policy prior to a final offer being made.

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