Latest employment and volunteer listings added to the Dev-Zone Development Opportunities databasehttp://www.dev-zone.org/jobs/en-nzCopyright 2008Thu, 08 May 2008 12:00:00 +0000Thu, 08 May 2008 12:00:00 +0000RSSMaker (PHP Class)http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss2403456789101112131415SaturdaySundayhttp://www.dev-zone.org/images/logos.gifhttp://www.dev-zone.org/jobs/Visit Dev-Zone Development Opportunities database12080http://www.dev-zone.org/jobs/Detailed/10521.phpUE contract12 monthshttp://www.dev-zone.org/jobs/Detailed/10521.phpFri, 09 May 2008 00:00:00 +1200http://www.dev-zone.org/jobs/Detailed/10522.phpJob Title: Education Specialist, Combating Exploitative Child Labor in JordanDepartment: Office of Global OperationsReports To: CHF Project Director, Combating Exploitative Child Labor in JordanLocation: Field - Jordan This position is contingent on CHF being awarded the contract Position Summary: CHF International seeks an experienced Education Specialist to provide leadership in developing the technical aspects of the project in collaboration with the Project Director. This proposed, four year program will focus on withdrawing and preventing children and/or youth from exploitative child labor through direct education and training opportunities. The goals of the program include: Raise awareness on exploitative child labor and the importance of education for all children and mobilize a wide array of actors to improve and expand education infrastructures; Support research and data collection on exploitative child labor; Strengthen country capacity to combat exploitative child labor and promote education; Promote long-term sustainability of efforts to combat exploitative child labor. Position Responsibilities:Provide strategic guidance to the Project Director and implementing partners to improve the quality of interventions; Lead development of annual work plans related to direct educational services for children and the improvement of basic education in the target country; Provide strategic guidance to relevant ministries and national level policy makers on how to improve educational services in country and reduce child labor; Design and provide technical guidance for activities that complement basic educational services for children withdrawn from or prevented from entering exploitative child labor, including psychosocial support, teacher training, and curriculum development; Design and provide technical guidance on awareness raising activities for community stakeholders (including parents, community leaders, and employers) that promote the importance and benefits of education;Provide technical guidance on how program approaches can be modified to increase sustainability and ensure continuation of interventions after the program closes; Assess the educational needs of target areas and target schools to design interventions that address major gaps in educational services. The duties listed above are not inclusive of all position duties at CHF International. CHF reserves the right to change and update position description at any time. http://www.dev-zone.org/jobs/Detailed/10522.phpFri, 09 May 2008 00:00:00 +1200http://www.dev-zone.org/jobs/Detailed/10523.phpProgram Officer - AsiaAmerican Red CrossWashington, DCThe American Red Cross seeks a regional program officer, based in Washington, DC, to provide support to international disaster management and community health programs of the American Red Cross International Services Department. The American Red Cross, with its partners in the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement, works to provide urgent humanitarian assistance to the world's most vulnerable communities. Program Officers are expected to have a wide range of skills, experience and knowledge relevant to effective community-based health promotion and disaster management in an international setting, working with local partner organizations. Responsibilities include: Manage and/or support regional programs: - Lead NHQ point of contact for all projects in countries of responsibility. - Ensure programmatic and financial compliance of field projects; including project start-up, agreements, budget oversight, compliance with monitoring and evaluation and reporting standards. Undertake periodic site visits, oversee project close-out. - Maintain strong communications with and provide programmatic support to ARC field staff.Planning and program development: - Participate in the development of regional and country-specific plans aligned with wider International Services and ARC strategies and operational plans. - Assist in identifying new program opportunities.Disaster Response: - During disaster response periods, support the Disaster Response lead in managing all aspects of disaster response. - Help to oversee field operations, including potential deployment as part of a response team.http://www.dev-zone.org/jobs/Detailed/10523.phpSat, 10 May 2008 00:00:00 +1200http://www.dev-zone.org/jobs/Detailed/10524.phpNZAID is seeking proposals from consultants with extensive gender and development experience, who are able to commence work in June/July 2008. In particular, NZAID is seeking the following attributes:- Proven gender and development expertise (practical and theoretical) from the Pacific region, preferably with country experience in Papua New Guinea, Samoa and/or Solomon Islands - Strong understanding of the aid effectiveness agenda, Paris Declaration and aid modalities-Demonstrated research and analytical skills, including for the monitoring and evaluation of development interventions and participatory approaches-Clear and appropriate methodology to deliver against the Terms of Reference- Well developed written and personal communication skills, and ability to work in partnership with others- Familiarity with NZAID and AusAID policies and programmes.Details of the work and the skills required are contained in the Request For Proposal available via GETS (www.gets.govt.nz). http://www.dev-zone.org/jobs/Detailed/10524.phpFri, 09 May 2008 00:00:00 +1200http://www.dev-zone.org/jobs/Detailed/10525.phpIn order to put together a team to do this work, NZAID is seeking proposals from consultants interested in either of the following roles:-Team leader - International Senior Education Specialist, or- Team member - International Education SpecialistDetails of the work and the skills required are contained in the attached RFP. Organisations are welcome to propose two consultants for this work, however NZAID reserves the right to accept only one of the nominated individuals, and to put together a team from all proposals submitted and/or commission additional expertise if required.NZAID will recruit separately for three additional local (national) roles to assist the international consultants with the design of the project. The three additional team member roles are: a National Institutional Strengthening/Finance Specialist, a National Education Specialist and a National Early Childhood Education Specialist.http://www.dev-zone.org/jobs/Detailed/10525.phpFri, 09 May 2008 00:00:00 +1200http://www.dev-zone.org/jobs/Detailed/10503.phpSince 1 January 2008 NIRAS has implemented a project, "Consulting Services for Support to Ministries of Reconstruction" in Iraq. The project operates from a Technical Advisory Office (TAO) in Baghdad situated in the secured Green Zone. For this project we need inputs from several short term as well as long term experts in the field of: - Agriculture - Rule of Law & Human rights - Macro-economics / Development Planning - Transportation (maritime and land)Scope of ServiceThe scope of consultancy is focused on capacity building within selected ministries: Ministry of Agriculture, Ministry of Human Rights, Ministry of Planning and Development Cooperation, Ministry of Displacement and Migration and Ministry of Transportation.Capacity development in the present context comprises enhancement of effectiveness of the Government of Iraq (GOI) by: - Enhancing human capacity of staff at the selected ministries in order to improve their public services. - Assisting in developing the organisational set-up of governmental institutions. - Assisting in preparation of policies and strategies.Short-term input (9 weeks)NIRAS is searching for short-term experts to undertake scoping studies in the selected ministries (Agriculture, Transportation and Planning and Development Cooperation) with the aim of uncovering the ministries' needs and possibilities. The objectives of the scoping studies are:1.The capacity of GOI within the sector described and assessed.2.Areas of capacity which need improvements, within the sector identified.3.Concrete activities/mini-projects suitable for receiving Danish technical assistance, i.e. support from the project, proposed and described. Experts from the scoping study might, if interested, be extended to fulfil the long-term sector advisor position.Long-term input - Sector advisors in Agriculture, Transportation, Human Rights and Planning and Development Cooperation (till ultimo 2008, with optional phase 2009-2010) Furthermore NIRAS is searching for long-term sector advisors to the Ministry of Agriculture, Ministry of Transportation, Ministry of Human Rights and the Ministry of Planning and Development Cooperation. The immediate objectives of the support to the concerned ministries and institutions are:1.The capacity within selected central ministries of GOI enhanced. This, with a view to assist the GoI in acquiring adequate skills for the management of its portfolio related to the government's reconstruction and development agenda. The consultant will, in liaison and coordination with the Iraqi side and relevant donor coordination fora, determine the extent to which the required training and capacity building can be covered under the present Agreement and, what would need support from other donor partners.2.Development activity interventions identified, formulated, priority ranked and implemented in accordance with national Iraqi development strategies. For further questions in relation to the assignment or working conditions please contact Anna Cecilie Varnild-Jørgensen at avj@niras.dk .http://www.dev-zone.org/jobs/Detailed/10503.phpFri, 09 May 2008 00:00:00 +1200http://www.dev-zone.org/jobs/Detailed/10505.phpEn Intermón Oxfam necesitamos cubrir mediante proceso de selección la plaza de Director/a de Cooperación Internacional para el departamento de Cooperación Internacional. FUNCIONES DEL PUESTO DE TRABAJOPara nuestras oficinas de Barcelona y en dependencia de la Directora General, la persona seleccionada se incorporará al Consejo de Dirección de la Institución y se responsabilizará de dirigir el Departamento de Cooperación Internacional para asegurar la consecución de los objetivos marcados por la Institución y conseguir resultados de mejora en la calidad de vida de las poblaciones en los países donde trabajamos. Sus responsabilidades principales serán: - Participar, como miembro del Consejo de Dirección, en el diseño de las líneas estratégicas de la Institución. - Definir e implementar las líneas estratégicas del departamento en las diferentes áreas de actuación (Cooperación al Desarrollo, Acción humanitaria y captación de fondos públicos). - Dirigir las políticas y actuación de cooperación internacional para el desarrollo y acción humanitaria según la Misión, el Plan Estratégico de Intermon Oxfam y el Plan Estratégico de Oxfam Internacional. - Liderar e impulsar el Plan de Desarrollo de Acción Humanitaria. - Dirigir, coordinar y orientar los objetivos y desarrollo del Equipo Directivo del Departamento para asegurar el cumplimiento del plan anual y la mejora de capacidades del equipo. - Dirigir, en coordinación con su equipo directivo, un equipo humano multicultural compuesto por más de 400 personas en 21 países y sede central, debiendo asegurar su motivación y cohesión, así como la adaptación del mismo a los nuevos retos y actuaciones del departamento. - Orientar, aprobar y realizar el seguimiento de los presupuestos del departamento para asegurar una buena gestión financiera. - Representar a la Institución en materia de Cooperación al Desarrollo y Acción Humanitaria en Oxfam Internacional, ante organismos públicos, redes de cooperación y otros actores claves. - Colaborar con otros miembros de Oxfam Internacional (OI) en el desarrollo y puesta en práctica del plan estratégico de OI.CONDICIONES LABORALES-Contrato laboral estable a cargo de Intermón Oxfam.-Jornada de 40 horas semanales (jornada partida).-Ubicación del puesto: Barcelona.-Fecha prevista incorporación: septiembre 2008.http://www.dev-zone.org/jobs/Detailed/10505.phpFri, 09 May 2008 00:00:00 +1200http://www.dev-zone.org/jobs/Detailed/10506.phpPopulation Services International (PSI) is the world's leading non-profit social marketing organization, operating in more than 60 developing countries. PSI creates demand for essential health products and services by using private sector marketing techniques and innovative communications campaigns to motivate positive changes in health behavior. On the supply side, PSI works with the commercial sector to increase the availability of these products and services at prices that are affordable to at-risk populations. With a bottom-line orientation that is rare among non-profits, PSI markets products and services for family planning, maternal and child health, and the prevention of AIDS, malaria and other diseases. For more information, please visit: www.psi.org.PSI seeks entrepreneurial, results-driven candidates for the position of Global Service Delivery Director. The position is based in Washington DC.RESPONSIBILITIES:The Global Service Delivery Director will be responsible for providing expertise in franchising of health services to PSI programs in Africa, Asia and Latin America. This includes, but is not limited to: - Oversee the implementation of franchised family health services; - Provide technical training and support for new and existing health franchises; - Oversee service delivery of medical IUD's and implants; - Determine quality control protocols to oversee administration and monitoring of health service delivery; - Determine business protocols to ensure best practices for operations and finance; - Oversee communications to include branding and advertising; - Promote franchised services by developing a marketing plan to meet organizational objectives; and - Monitor external relations as needed with donor, government, NGO, and commercial entities.http://www.dev-zone.org/jobs/Detailed/10506.phpThu, 08 May 2008 00:00:00 +1200http://www.dev-zone.org/jobs/Detailed/10507.phpPopulation Services International (PSI) is the world's leading non-profit social marketing organization, operating in more than 60 developing countries. PSI creates demand for essential health products and services by using private sector marketing techniques and innovative communications campaigns. On the supply side, PSI works with the commercial sector to increase the availability of these products and services at prices that are affordable to low-income populations. With a bottom-line orientation that is rare among non-profits, PSI markets products and services for family planning, maternal and child health, and the prevention of AIDS, malaria and other diseases. For more information, please visit: www.psi.org.PSI seeks a Regional Reproductive Health Advisor for the East Africa region. As part of a large program implemented in 14 countries to increase the use of long-term contraceptive methods and prevent maternal deaths associated with postpartum hemorrhage, the Regional Reproductive Health Advisor will lead the provision of technical assistance in these areas for Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania and Nigeria. A unique set of technical inputs will be required by each country, reflecting the diversity of needs and capacities within the separate country programs. The incumbent will collaborate closely with a PSI country teams to achieve aggressive targets for the insertion of intra-uterine devices and contraceptive implants and the routine postpartum use of Misoprostol for prevention of maternal hemorrhage. Assistance will include factors related to motivation and capacity enhancement of providers and a focus on consumer needs and barriers to adoption of promoted services. The position will be based in Nairobi and reports to the Regional Director for East Africa and the Regional Director for West and Central Africa. RESPONSIBILITIES: - Through desk research and country visits, develop a comprehensive understanding of each country environment as it relates to reproductive health services and the capacity within the country program to undertake the project; - Collaborate with country leaders to develop and implement annual work plans for technical assistance; - Provide leadership in the setting and maintaining of service quality standards across the region; - Assist countries in service provider selection in the public and/or private sectors and identification of provider performance gaps; - Lead, supervise and/or facilitate the development or adaptation of approaches, tools and methodologies for improvement, scale-up and monitoring of service provision; - Through innovative use of communications technology and regular regional exchanges, support a culture of open sharing of lessons learned within East Africa, with other PSI regions and with external audiences; - Lead regional level project performance reporting, knowledge management and documentation; and - Engage in external relations as needed with donor, government, NGO and commercial entities.http://www.dev-zone.org/jobs/Detailed/10507.phpThu, 08 May 2008 00:00:00 +1200http://www.dev-zone.org/jobs/Detailed/10508.phpPopulation Services International (PSI) is the world's leading non-profit social marketing organization, operating in more than 60 developing countries. PSI creates demand for essential health products and services by using private sector marketing techniques and innovative communications campaigns. On the supply side, PSI works with the commercial sector to increase the availability of these products and services at prices that are affordable to low-income populations. With a bottom-line orientation that is rare among non-profits, PSI markets products and services for family planning, maternal and child health, and the prevention of AIDS, malaria and other diseases. For more information, please visit: www.psi.org.PSI seeks a Deputy Reproductive Health Advisor for the East Africa region. PSI is undertaking a large program implemented in 14 countries to increase the use of long-term contraceptive methods and prevent maternal deaths associated with post-partum hemorrhage. This project includes four countries under the East Africa Department. The Deputy Reproductive Health Advisor will provide technical assistance on a mix of supply-side and demand side service issues in support of PSI affiliates in Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania and Nigeria. A unique set of technical inputs will be required by each country, reflecting the diversity of needs and capacities within the separate country programs. In each case, the incumbent will collaborate closely with a PSI Country Representative and in-country Reproductive Health Program Manager to achieve aggressive targets for the insertion of intra-uterine devices and contraceptive implants and the routine post-partum use of Misoprostol for prevention of maternal hemorrhage. Assistance will include factors related to motivation and capacity enhancement of providers and a strong focus on consumer needs and barriers to adoption of promoted services. The position will be based in Nairobi and reports to the Regional Reproductive Health Advisor.RESPONSIBILITES: - Through desk research and country visits, develop a comprehensive understanding of each country environment as it relates to reproductive health services and the capacity within the country program to undertake the project; - Fulfill the role of Misoprostol product champion, supporting product registration, product design, procurement and distribution activities; - Assist countries in the design of Misoprostol launch, sustainable distribution and promotion strategies; - With support from the Regional Advisor, develop PSI country capacity building initiatives and trainings for providers and others essential to project success; - Support country efforts and cross-country and inter-regional sharing of provider training initiatives and materials and consumer communication materials for contraceptives and Misoprostol; - Provide on-ground technical assistance for PSI Country programs as needed for development of marketing plans, implementation of project activities, interim program management and other needs as may arise; and - Engage in external relations as needed with donor, government, NGO and commercial entities.http://www.dev-zone.org/jobs/Detailed/10508.phpThu, 08 May 2008 00:00:00 +1200http://www.dev-zone.org/jobs/Detailed/10509.phpIf you enjoy invoice reconciliations, payment transactions and bank statements and have experience in payroll, this is a role for you. Accounts experience and advanced computer skills particularly in Excel and MYOB are essential. You will have enthusiasm and team spirit, be implicitly trustworthy and have a strong commitment to the values and principles of our work. (32 hours per week)http://www.dev-zone.org/jobs/Detailed/10509.phpThu, 08 May 2008 00:00:00 +1200http://www.dev-zone.org/jobs/Detailed/10510.phpTwo crucial roles have opened at Oxfam New Zealand for committed and talented professionals with strong advocacy skills. For each role, you must be an excellent communicator and experienced networker with an ability to campaign on complex issues and influence policy. A tertiary level qualification in development studies, economics, law, political science or related discipline is essential, as are a sharp mind and incisive analytical skills.The Advocacy Director, a full-time position based in Auckland, leads the advocacy strategy and its implementation across the organisation. The Director will manage a small team to work on Oxfam's priority advocacy objectives using a combination of research, policy analysis, media, political outreach and popular campaigning. As part of the Senior Management Team, the Director plays an influential role in the direction of Oxfam's future goals and strategies, both in New Zealand and internationally.The Policy Advisor, a part-time senior-level position based in Wellington, engages with parliamentarians, government officials, business leaders, non-governmental organisations and others. The Advisor monitors, informs and influences policies of the New Zealand government and political parties, so the role requires experience in political analysis and the ability to proactively work in the New Zealand political environment.http://www.dev-zone.org/jobs/Detailed/10510.phpThu, 08 May 2008 00:00:00 +1200http://www.dev-zone.org/jobs/Detailed/10511.phpPURPOSETo improve the efficiency and effectiveness of contextually relevant judicial systems and processesOBJECTIVES1. Develop a regional approach to efficiency and effectiveness of contextually relevant judicialsystems and processes2. Continued development of benchbooks for the judiciaries of the Pacific Island Countries (PICs)BACKGROUNDGiven the existing support for reform in this area, the beneficial impact it has on effective administration of justice and mutually reinforcing consequence it has on access to justice, institutional strengthening, governance, and professionalism, the Programme proposes to strengthen its support to this componentover 2008-9. This support will build on the bilateral work to date to inform the development of a regional approach, acknowledging the differences in resources, need and capacity. The component will also bring together senior administrative decision-makers from PICs to explore the current position, needs, priorities and opportunities for sharing of skills and expertise.DURATION11 months between 1 July 2008 to 30 June 2009http://www.dev-zone.org/jobs/Detailed/10511.phpFri, 09 May 2008 00:00:00 +1200http://www.dev-zone.org/jobs/Detailed/10512.phpPURPOSETo support an environment conducive to strengthened governance and the application of the rule of law.OBJECTIVES1. Support the development and extension of a judicial ethics and conduct framework2. Commence the development of regional consistent strategic planning tools for the adoption ofPacific Island Country (PIC) courts3. Develop and implement regional peer-to-peer networks and national inter-agency communicationand coordination mechanism to address common prioritiesBACKGROUNDThis component responds to the Pacific Plan which advocates the development of regionalgovernance mechanisms and leadership codes by directly supporting an environment conducive toeffective governance and adherence to the rule of law. The focus of the Component is on thedevelopment of professional standards, strategic planning, peer and agency communication andcoordination designed to enhance individual and institutional good governance as a prerequisite tojudicial independence. Codes of ethics that are effective and well understood enhance respect andlegitimacy for the judiciary and encourage the community to seek access to justice.DURATION8 months2 from 1 July 2008 to 30 June 2009 (part-time)http://www.dev-zone.org/jobs/Detailed/10512.phpFri, 09 May 2008 00:00:00 +1200http://www.dev-zone.org/jobs/Detailed/10513.phpPURPOSETo train Pacific educators to identify national education needs and implement solutions for effective skills and competency development, to enable educational components of Pacific judicial development reform agenda to be designed and conducted by educators from within PIC judiciaries.OBJECTIVETo design and deliver 1 Level 2 Educators' Course in FSM in September 2008 and 1 Level 3 Educators' Course in Brisbane in March.BACKGROUNDFor many years, judicial and court officers from within the Pacific have undertaken accredited training to equip them with the skills to analyse needs, develop and deliver training locally. The ability of local educators to do this work builds sustainability to any capacity building programme by enabling the region to meet its own training and development needs.DURATIONMaximum 30 days between September 2008 and March 2009.ACTIVITIES - Assess and prioritising training needs - Design judicial educator training programs - Set learning objectives - Prepare materials - Deliver a sub-regional Level 2 Educators' Course in FSM in September 2008 by targeting thosewith the potential and commitment to drive training in their respective jurisdictions - Deliver a sub-regional Level 3 Educators Course in Brisbane in March 2009 for the last cadre ofsuccessful Level 2 graduates to conclude program driven support to qualifying judicial educators. - Evaluate the programs delivered - Provide all course materials to PJDP with a license to publish them - Provide written advice to PJDP regards a sustainable model for judicial education based in the Pacifichttp://www.dev-zone.org/jobs/Detailed/10513.phpFri, 09 May 2008 00:00:00 +1200http://www.dev-zone.org/jobs/Detailed/10514.phpA team of consultants is required to review the Forum Basic Education Action Plan; to revise and consolidate the Action Plan; to review the Forum Education Ministerial Meeting process and to assess current technical support to the Pacific region and to make recommendations for a harmonised approach to future regional support for Pacific education. http://www.dev-zone.org/jobs/Detailed/10514.phpFri, 09 May 2008 00:00:00 +1200http://www.dev-zone.org/jobs/Detailed/10515.phpJob Summary:AKF-Afghanistan's Department of Education has undergone considerable expansion in the period 2006-7 and this process will continue in the years 2008-12. During this period AKF-A Education will be responsible for delivering programmes that closely reflect the core objectives of the National 5 Year Strategy for Afghan Education. The Professional Development Unit (PDU) exists within AKF Education Afghanistan to provide professional support in the areas of educational policy, management and leadership of educational institutions, teacher training, and teaching and learning practices in formal and non-formal education programmes. The Professional Development Advisor, as a member of the Professional Development Unit, will work closely with the Regional Training Head and the Regional Education Programme Manager in ensuring the integrity and relevance of the professional support programs to the needs of the region and the National Ministry of Education's Strategy. http://www.dev-zone.org/jobs/Detailed/10515.phpFri, 09 May 2008 00:00:00 +1200http://www.dev-zone.org/jobs/Detailed/10516.phpPURPOSETo promote equitable, timely and affordable responses to communities justice needs.OBJECTIVEExtend the implementation of court-annexed mediation to selected jurisdictions throughout the Pacific region.BACKGROUNDThe widespread support, customary underpinnings and foreseeable benefits in the enhancement of access to justice have made mediation a key activity for PJDP support. In addition to activities which assist individual jurisdictions, the Programme will support stakeholders in the development of Pacific standards for accrediting mediators. Training can then be developed that is appropriate for the context of the Pacific thereby providing the foundation and framework for broader support ofmediation in the future. The successful implementation of court-annexed mediation systems in2007-8 will assist in providing a methodology that can be shared with other PICs interested in progressing similar types of work.DURATION10 months from 1 July 2008 to 30 April 2009http://www.dev-zone.org/jobs/Detailed/10516.phpFri, 09 May 2008 00:00:00 +1200http://www.dev-zone.org/jobs/Detailed/10517.phpPURPOSETo promote equitable, timely and affordable responses to communities justice needs.OBJECTIVESupport family and the law and the development of policies, procedures and practices which are responsiveto the needs of victims, witnesses and children. BACKGROUNDMany of the social issues currently being faced by courts at the lower levels will continue to be brought under the umbrella of the family and the law. Disintegration of extended family ties, urbanisation, juvenile criminality, the rights of children and youth1, domestic violence, the rights of women, the role of custom, the role of international obligations and HIV/AIDS2 are all issues faced by Pacific courts, many of which lack sufficient or appropriate policies and procedures to align with legislative requirements.DURATION4 months from 1 July 2008 to 31 October 2008http://www.dev-zone.org/jobs/Detailed/10517.phpFri, 09 May 2008 00:00:00 +1200http://www.dev-zone.org/jobs/Detailed/10518.phpPURPOSETo develop sustainable regional technical capacity able to develop and deliver local professionaldevelopment programmesOBJECTIVES1. Ongoing basic training needs of judicial and court officers are addressed in all PIC.2. Support the development of a competent and appropriately sized training delivery capacity in eachPIC3. Build leadership capacity of judicial officers and court officers in all PICsBACKGROUNDRecognising that PJDP will end in 2011 and that the capacity of educators across the region continues togrow, the focus of the component 4 during 2008-09 will be to strengthen the capacity of Pacific educators by convening a Regional Training Team (RTT) of existing educators who will design and deliver training across the region. This will enable the Programme, while supporting and monitoring the RTT, to work with key stakeholders to identify the skills and competencies required of various judicial and court officers in order to develop a staged approach to building capacity from a zero base. Training packages will then be developed to respond to the gap between actual and desired skills and competencies as identified by the Training and Development Adviser.This Annual Plan begins the shift from training to institutional development to ensure that learning is further integrated into the core work of the courts and comprises more than substantive law and procedure training to include skills and competencies of leaders and managers. Given the reduction in actual training delivery, and the increase in needs analysis, mentoring and development of training capacity under the 2008-09 AP, the Senior Faculty Member position has been re-orientated to a Training and Development Adviser.DURATION12 months from 1 July 2008http://www.dev-zone.org/jobs/Detailed/10518.phpFri, 09 May 2008 00:00:00 +1200http://www.dev-zone.org/jobs/Detailed/10519.php-Salary Packaging-Lead and manage a new Project TeamWorld Vision is Australia's largest overseas aid and humanitarian organisation. As well as providing relief in emergency situations, we work on long-term development projects with local communities to address the causes of poverty and help them become self-sufficient. Our mission is to engage Australians in the effort to eliminate poverty and its causes. Our Australia Program team is seeking a Project Manager to Lead and Manage a project design team that will focus on the implementation of an Early Childhood Program. The program will be implemented in partnership with the Warlpiri communities, partner agencies and the Warlpiri Education and Training Trust. The responsibilities will include: -Project development of an Early Childhood program, monitoring and implementation -Management of a remote team -Networking and relationship building-Facilitate communication between all relevant stakeholders-Identification of local funding opportunities-Submission of project reports in line with quarterly monitoring requirementsThe following qualities will make you an ideal candidate:-Experience in project management & leadership in a cross cultural context-Relevant qualifications in community development studies, Early Childhood or Education -Understanding of program formulation and development with emphasis on Early Childhood management.-Experience in remote Australia or international context would be an advantage-A demonstrable understanding of local government, systems and processes-An ability to communicate at all levelsTo obtain information about our Core Values and to obtain a copy of the full Position Description, visit the employment page of our website: www.worldvision.com.auApplications close: Thursday 22nd May 2008http://www.dev-zone.org/jobs/Detailed/10519.phpFri, 09 May 2008 00:00:00 +1200http://www.dev-zone.org/jobs/Detailed/10520.phpJob Summary: The Programme Director is responsible for strategic direction, external representation and overall implementation of an ambitious set of rural development and governance programmes in central and northeast Afghanistan, which include: market-based natural resource management, micro and small enterprise development, rural energy supply, social protection, water and sanitation and local government and civil society capacity building. The Programme Director's responsibilities include leading the process of programme development and annual planning, guiding field implementation, drawing lessons from previous experience and adjusting interventions accordingly, motivating and mentoring staff, liaising with donor and government representatives and oversight of all financial and grant related matters relating to the RDP. The Programme Director reports directly to the Chief Executive Officer, and works in close collaboration the Chief Finance Officer, resource mobilisation unit, sector heads, and regional programme managers.http://www.dev-zone.org/jobs/Detailed/10520.phpFri, 09 May 2008 00:00:00 +1200http://www.dev-zone.org/jobs/Detailed/10492.phpPopulation Services International (PSI) is the world's leading non-profit social marketing organization, operating in more than 60 developing countries. PSI creates demand for essential health products and services by using private sector marketing techniques and innovative communications campaigns to motivate positive changes in health behavior. On the supply side, PSI works with the commercial sector to increase the availability of these products and services at prices which are affordable to at-risk populations. With a bottom-line orientation that is rare among non-profits, PSI social markets products and services for family planning, maternal and child health, and the prevention of AIDS, malaria and other diseases. For more information, please visit: www.psi.org.PSI seeks an experienced HIV Director to be based in Maputo, Mozambique. The HIV Director will manage a multi-million dollar budget and coordinate the activities of more than 300 people in an integrated HIV department consisting of a Prevention Division and a Service Delivery Division. Prevention includes BCC/IPC activities for the general population and specialized programs for most-at-risk target groups, whereas Service Delivery consists of an extensive VCT and PMTCT network. PSI works closely with the MOH, MOD, and the Ministry of the Interior (MINT) in the HIV area, and a wide range of HIV-related topics are addressed, including concurrent sexual partnerships, intergenerational sex, and risk perception. The work is complemented by other departments providing malaria, safe water, and nutrition care to defined target groups (i.e., PMTCT clients, PLWHA, and OVC). All activities are supported by messaging and communications developed in-house or in collaboration with advertising agencies. The program is nationwide in scope and covers all provinces and districts through a network of community agents and theatre groups operating at the community level. Operations are assisted by a 25-member national HIV support team based in Maputo, as well as by provincial supervisors. The HIV Director reports to the Country Representative, but also works closely with the Marketing and Research functions. He/she is part of the senior management team, and the role comes with important organizational development and capacity building responsibilities, and involve both donor and government relations. The position requires strong technical skill and extensive management experience. RESPONSIBILITIES: The HIV Director will provide technical and managerial oversight of the platform's HIV department; manage, coordinate, and integrate activities; and strengthen capacity across all sectors. The role requires extensive management experience and personnel management experience from an African country. Specific duties include, but are not limited to: - Directing the HIV portfolio, which includes a large VCT/PMTCT program and a large IPC program; - Providing technical and managerial oversight of the HIV department; - Overseeing development of evidence-based interventions across all sectors; and - Representing PSI to government, donors, and other stakeholders. QUALIFICATIONS: - Relevant graduate or post-graduate degree; - Significant management experience in a public health area; - At least 5 years of work experience in a developing country; - Portuguese language proficiency or strong knowledge of Spanish; and - Familiarity with international health, development issues, and the international donor community.The successful candidate will exhibit creative thinking ability; excellent communication, analytical, organizational, interpersonal, and writing skills. Outstanding donor and government relations skills are important. The candidate must be able to analyze information fast, set clear goals, prioritize tasks, mobilize resources, and cope in a high-intensity, high-energy environment. PSI/Mozambique is a dynamic and fast-growing organization that employs 500 staff working across 10 provinces and multiple intervention areas. Maputo, located 100 km from both Swaziland and South Africa, is a safe and family-friendly post within an urban environment, has great opportunities for professional development, and offers an exceptional array of recreational activities.http://www.dev-zone.org/jobs/Detailed/10492.phpWed, 07 May 2008 00:00:00 +1200http://www.dev-zone.org/jobs/Detailed/10493.phpPopulation Services International (PSI) is the world's leading non-profit social marketing organization, operating in more than 60 developing countries. PSI creates demand for essential health products and services by using private sector marketing techniques and innovative communications campaigns to motivate positive changes in health behavior. On the supply side, PSI works with the commercial sector to increase the availability of these products and services at prices which are affordable to at-risk populations. With a bottom-line orientation that is rare among non-profits, PSI social markets products and services for family planning, maternal and child health, and the prevention of AIDS, malaria and other diseases. For more information, please visit: www.psi.org.PSI seeks a Finance Advisor to be based in Maputo, Mozambique. The Finance Advisor will be embedded in a four-person Analysis Team and reports to the team manager, while also directly advising the Director of Administration & Finance and other senior level management on key financial issues. The responsibilities of the Finance Advisor include (a) helping build local staff capacity in the areas of project budgeting, budget management, financial planning & analysis, and cost control; (b) establishing, implementing, and reinforcing sustainable financial systems and procedures for project management at different organizational levels; (c) supporting the process of improving financial planning and extending budgeting and financial analysis to the departmental and provincial levels; (d) overseeing and guiding the completion of key financial reports and deliverables, with the aim of transferring all responsibility for such deliverables to local staff over time; and (e) overseeing budgeting and budgetary control processes. The Financial Advisor will strengthen and broaden the capacity of PSI's small, but effective Analysis Team and other staff within the finance area. The successful candidate will be motivated by the analytical nature of the position in addition to the strong pedagogical and capacity-building elements. Candidates should be familiar with accounting at a basic level but do not need to be accountants by profession. The position involves occasional business travel to PSI field offices for purposes of needs assessment, training, and follow-up and training of provincial finance staff. RESPONSIBILITIES: - Strengthen the capacity of and transfer skills to finance staff to independently implement, manage, and improve budgeting, financial analysis, and cost control measures; - Provide technical assistance in areas of budgeting, budget control, and budget analysis; - Establish systems and procedures that enhance project management and planning at the program department and provincial office level; - Help implement divisional budgeting and train staff in managing divisional budgets; - Assist in the implementation and local roll-out of Lawson enterprise management software; - Be responsible for and assist in the completion of key financial reports and deliverables; - Manage the organization's budgeting and budgetary control process; - Advise senior staff on financial issues; and - Facilitate training sessions for staff in program and support departments. DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: - Bachelor's degree with 2-4 years of relevant work experience in financial analysis or in a related field where analytical thinking was a core requirement; - Training and/or teaching experience; - Experience with budgeting, financial analysis, and cost control processes, preferably from another PSI platform or an NGO environment; - Strong quantitative and analytical skills; - Demonstrated ability and motivation to build local capacity and/or train others; - Experience working in developing countries and/or situations of cultural or political sensitivity; - Fluent written and spoken English; and - Knowledge of Portuguese (or fluent Spanish) and/or the motivation to learn the language in a short period of time. It should be noted that the position is a technical advisor role, not a managerial role. The successful candidate will be fully integrated into the Administration & Finance Department and will work side-by-side with other staff on all tasks. The successful candidate will have some knowledge of budget management and financial analysis; ability to work effectively with, train, and develop finance staff in a cross-cultural setting; strong quantitative skills; the ability to liaise and work closely with staff across departments; and excellent interpersonal skills. Preference will be given to candidates with developing country experience, preferably in a lusophone country; and knowledge of public health issues and the international donor community. Maputo is a safe and family friendly post with great opportunities for professional development and exceptional access to recreational activities.http://www.dev-zone.org/jobs/Detailed/10493.phpWed, 07 May 2008 00:00:00 +1200http://www.dev-zone.org/jobs/Detailed/10494.phpPopulation Services International (PSI) is the world's leading non-profit social marketing organization, operating in more than 60 developing countries. PSI creates demand for essential health products and services by using private sector marketing techniques and innovative communications campaigns to motivate positive changes in health behavior. On the supply side, PSI works with the commercial sector to increase the availability of these products and services at prices that are affordable to at-risk populations. With a bottom-line orientation that is rare among non-profits, PSI markets products and services for family planning, maternal and child health, and the prevention of AIDS, malaria and other diseases. For more information, please visit: www.psi.org.PSI seeks entrepreneurial, results-driven candidates for the position of Senior Technical Advisor, Cambodia. PSI Cambodia is in a period of tremendous growth and the successful candidate will lead the program by advising and providing technical assistance to the Communications and Marketing, Sales and Distribution, and Research Departments. The platform has a diversified annual budget of $11 million per year funding HIV/AIDS prevention, family planning and RSH work, malaria, and child survival. The successful candidate will lead strategic thinking through development of marketing plans for products and services; will oversee implementation of strategies through improved consumer segmentation for products and behaviors; active management (revitalization) of product & brands (including repositioning of existing brands); price management of multiple brands; improved distribution and facilitation of private sector entrants. RESPONSIBILITIES: - Lead strategic thinking through development of marketing plans for products and services, including creation of management methodologies and market strategies which engage the Total Market; - Advise on development and execution of marketing campaigns with external agencies; - Design and implement HIV/AIDS integrated Behavior Change Campaign programs (IPC, mid and mass media) targeting PERBS and focusing on clients of sex-workers; and - Demonstrate evidence based decision-making through qualitative research and TRaC surveys.QUALIFICATIONS: - Relevant post-graduate degree (MBA, MIA, MPH, etc.); - Minimum 2 years work experience in a developing country; - Private sector marketing experience; - Strong quantitative and qualitative research skills; and - Five years management experience, preferably in the Asia region.The successful candidate will be a creative, innovative and strategic thinker, and will have: excellent communication, analytical, organizational, interpersonal and cross-cultural skills; a strong interest in private sector approaches to development; and a proven ability to produce results. http://www.dev-zone.org/jobs/Detailed/10494.phpWed, 07 May 2008 00:00:00 +1200