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Project Officer (Labour Migration), Maputo, Mozambique

Position Title : Project Officer (Labour Migration)
Duty Station : Maputo, Mozambique
Classification: Official, Grade P2
Type of Appointment: Fixed Term, one year with possibility of extension
Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible
Closing Date: March 12, 2014
Reference Code: VN2014/10(O)-INT
Established in 1951, IOM is the leading inter-governmental organization in the field of migration and works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners. IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It does so by providing services and advice to governments and migrants. IOM has a proactive recruitment policy to increase the representation of nationals of nonrepresented member states. Qualified applicants from the following countries will be favorably considered: Algeria, Angola, Antigua and Barbuda, Bahamas, Belize, Benin, Cambodia, Cape Verde, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Czech Republic, Comoros, Cyprus, Djibouti, El Salvador, Gabon, Gambia, Guyana, Holy See, Iceland, Israel, Kyrgyzstan, Lesotho, Libya, Luxembourg, Madagascar, Maldives, Malta, Marshall Islands, Montenegro, Micronesia, Mongolia, Namibia, Nauru, Nigeria, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Republic of Congo, Rwanda, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Seychelles, Slovenia, Somalia, South Sudan, Suriname, Swaziland, Timor Leste, Togo, Trinidad and Tobago, Vanuatu, Venezuela, Vietnam, Yemen Applications from qualified female candidates are especially encouraged.
Context:
Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission and the direct supervision of the Project Coordinator, the successful candidate will be responsible for the implementation of the project activities under the European Union (EU) funded 'Voices from the Underground: Improving the Protection and Advocacy Capacity of Migrant Mine Workers and their Families in Southern Africa'.
The Project Officer (Labour Migration) will be responsible for implementing the day-to-day activities of the project and providing technical and administrative support to the project partners. S/he will work in close collaboration with other members of the project team in Mozambique and South Africa.
Core Functions / Responsibilities:
1. Oversee the timely start-up of the European Union Instrument for Democracy and Human Rights (EIDHR) project. This includes finalizing logistical and administrative arrangements for the project in coordination with project partners in Mozambique and South Africa, and ensuring that work plans and other key project management tools are finalized.
2. Finalize and manage subcontracts with technical and implementing partners in Mozambique and South Africa.
3. Ensure timely and effective implementation of project activities, identify problems and propose action to expedite the delivery of inputs. Analyze progress and implementation and identify and document significant project events, decisions, problems or deviations.
4. Monitor and evaluate project activities, and as appropriate plan new features that add value to the project's overall goals.
5. Ensure timely and high-quality donor reports are submitted following endorsement by Regional Office, IOM Brussels, and Manila Administrative Centre.
6. Develop and maintain strong and regular liaison with the project partners and stakeholders, including the Mozambican mine worker association (AMIMO), Lawyers for Human Rights, IOM South Africa, the European Union Delegation in Pretoria, relevant governmental authorities, and any other concerned agencies and working groups.
7. Represent IOM Mozambique in the relevant coordination/working groups 8. Contribute to the development of new labour migration projects in Mozambique.
9. Undertake duty travel relating to the project, including liaison with counterparts in Mozambique and South Africa, as required.
10. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.
Required Competencies
Behavioural
  • takes responsibility and manages constructive criticism;
  • works effectively with all clients and stakeholders;
  • promotes continuous learning; communicates clearly;
  • takes initiative and drives high levels of performance management;
  • plans work, anticipates risks, and sets goals within area of responsibility; subject matter;
  • contributes to a collegial team environment; related needs, perspectives, and concerns, and promotes equal displays awareness of relevant technological solutions;
  • works stakeholders to meet resource needs of IOM.
Technical
  • displays mastery of incorporates gendergender participation;
  • with internal and external
  • delivers on set objectives in hardship situations;-
  • effectively coordinates actions with other implementing partners;
  • works effectively with local authorities, stakeholders, beneficiaries, and the broader community to advance country office or regional objectives.
Required Qualifications and Experience
  • completed advanced University degree from an accredited academic institution, preferably in Political or Social Science, Business Administration, International Relations and/or Law or related field;
  • two years of relevant professional experience (four years for candidates with first level university degree) in project development and implementation;
  • knowledge of social and development issues as well as general migration-related issues;
  • good knowledge of project development, administration and evaluation concepts and procedures;
  • proven expertise in the area of migration management;
  • experience in liaising with governmental authorities, international/national institutions and civil society organizations;
  • previous experience working in an EU-funded project an advantage. Languages Fluency in English is required.
How to apply:
Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via PRISM, IOM e-Recruitment system, by March 12, 2014 at the latest, referring to this advertisement. For further information, please refer to: http://www.iom.int/cms/en/sites/iom/home/about-iom-1/recruitment/how-to-apply.html In order for an application to be considered valid, IOM only accepts online profiles duly filled in and submitted with a cover letter not more than one page specifying the motivation for applications. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. You can track the progress of your application in your personal application page in the IOM e-recruitment system.
Posting period: From 26.02.2014 to 12.03.2014 Requisition: VN 2014/10 (O) – Project Officer (Labour Migration) (P2) – Maputo, Mozambique (54539149) Released Posting: VN 2014/10 (O) - Project Officer (Labour Migration) (P2) – Maputo, Mozambique (54539152) Released

Young Professionals (YP) Programme

Young Professionals (YP) Programme
  • Launch a career with a leading player in international development
  • Exciting opportunity for immersion in various functions across three consulting companies
  • Thrive in a challenging and rewarding environment

GRM International, Futures Group and Effective Development Group comprise the GRM Futures Group of global development solutions providers. The GRM Futures Group has a joint focus on partnering with institutions, governments, and businesses worldwide to improve people’s lives. Our group's continued success is based on insight drawn from our combined decades of experience managing successful development projects worldwide; tenacity with an unwavering focus on results; and partnerships with people and institutions who are critical for sustainable change.

Our commitment to develop future leaders has created an outstanding career opportunity in our global YP Programme.

Purpose of Programme
The Young Professionals Programme (YPP) provides introductory professional development opportunities to Young Professionals (YPs), who would like to work in the international development field within a commercial and technical project management framework. By targeting young graduates and providing them with an opportunity to work and live overseas, the programme is an investment in human resource development.  The YPs taking part in the programme can expect to work in the various GRM Futures Group offices around the world in over 60 countries including the United Arab Emirates, United States, England, Indonesia, South Africa, Afghanistan and Nigeria – giving them exposure to such core business aspects such as project management and business development activities. The advertised position is aimed at significantly strengthening the YP‘s knowledge, and their understanding and experience in international development from a commercial project management perspective. 

Primary Responsibilities:
Your primary responsibilities will be coordinated by your Young Professional Manager and will pertain to your current business unit.  You will be expected to deliver administrative, research, operational, financial, compliance, and consult support for assigned international projects.

Programme Objectives:
  • Provide career development and foundational learning for recent graduates and those who have limited experience within the international development field.
  • Develop basic project management, technical and business skills.
  • Encourage and enhance YP’s understanding of the business culture and work practices of the GRM Futures Group.
  • Ensure that these YPs are given opportunities to develop their professional expectations and working standards.

Minimum education and experience required
  • Relevant master’s degree.
  • Specialized education or experience relating to international development or relevant sector.

Applicants must have eligibility to work and live in the respective host countries. International and minority candidates are encouraged to apply.

Interested? Please submit your CV and cover letter through the GRM International Careers Page (http://www.grminternational.com/jobs).  In your cover letter, in one page, please showcase your personal story, passion for development, and knowledge of donors.

Please email joshua.best@grminternational.com with “YP Programme” in the subject line for any inquiries regarding this opportunity.

Applications close on 14th March 2014.

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MONITORING, EVALUATION AND LEARNING SPECIALIST – FOREST AND BIODIVERSITY CONSERVATION PROGRAM - MALAWI

Tetra Tech ARD (www.tetratechintdev.com), a leading international development consulting firm based in Burlington, Vermont and Washington, D.C., is currently accepting expressions of interest from qualified Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (ME&L) Specialists for the USAID-funded Protecting Ecosystems and Restoring Forests in Malawi (PERFORM) program in Malawi. This multi-year program will promote rural livelihood development and forest conservation across Malawi and build the capacities of local institutions and communities to manage soil resources more efficiently, equitably and sustainably. This position will be full time and based in Lilongwe with frequent travel to the field required.
Roles and Responsibilities:
* Develop and manage the project’s Performance Monitoring Plan (PMP) in order to track progress towards achievement of project goals and intermediate results;
* Review current monitoring data collection protocols and work with project and regional teams to maintain and improve standardized data collection tools and guidelines;
* Coordinate with project team on geospatial analysis in order to produce maps and provide the information for key learning events;
* Coordinate monitoring and evaluation capacity building efforts for project partners and stakeholders.
Qualifications:
*Graduate degree in Environmental Studies, Natural Resource Management, Forestry, Economics, Social Sciences or a related field; a masters is strongly preferred;
* Minimum 7 years of proven experience in managing monitoring, evaluation and learning systems of complex international development projects;
* Previous experience working on USAID funded projects as an M&E leader;
* Experience with ME&L for REDD+, carbon inventories and Monitoring, Reporting and Verification (MRV) is desirable;
* Demonstrated knowledge of ICT, land cover-mapping and use of GIS is highly desirable;
* Strong data analysis skills, with an emphasis in statistics and geographic information systems experience;
* Results-oriented with the ability to multi-task, as well as lead teams to manage diverse and time-sensitive activities;
* Experience in Malawi required;
* Excellent written and oral language skills in English are required.
How to apply:
To be considered applicants must submit the following as part of this on-line application process:
* A letter of application explaining individual qualifications for this opportunity
* A current CV in reverse chronological format
* A list of at least 3 professional references including name, contact information, and statement of relationship to the reference
Applications that do not meet the minimum requirements listed above will not be considered. No phone calls will be accepted.
Tetra Tech ARD is committed to diversity and gender equality in all of its operations – in the US and overseas. We strive to reflect these goals in our global mission and in our workplace. We encourage applications from women and underrepresented ethnic, racial and cultural groups. Tetra Tech ARD is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.

Program Manager for Community Health Development

CONTEXT
Inter Aide has been present in Mozambique since 2004. The first program launched was Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) aiming to reduce diarrhoeal diseases among children, in the District of Nacala-a-Velha (Province of Nampula, north-eastern part of the country). In 2007, Inter Aide launched a second WASH program in the neighburing district of Memba, still ongoing. From the end of 2012, in Nacala-a-Velha, the hygiene education component has been progressively complemented by actions to combat malaria, which is the leading cause of death among children. At the same time the construction of safe water points has gradually decreased since the basic needs had been covered.

The priority is now placed on the promotion of community health actions aiming to fight against two of the main pathologies especially among children in the intervention area: malaria and diarrhoeas.
This program is consequently based on four major concepts:
• The sensitization of rural communities on the preventative strategies against malaria and diarrhoeal diseases, with specific accompaniment of women and mothers ;
• The improvement of access to mosquito nets and sanitation for families (latrines construction) ;
• The capacity building of health village reference committees for supporting families, counseling mothers and referring them to local health facilities ;
• The support of local public health services for introducing primary healthcare workers and improving the supply of health services in rural areas (diagnose, prevention and treatment).
Inter Aide is currently looking for a full-time Program Manager, who will have full responsibility for this program from April 2014.

TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Program Manager is based in Nacala-a-Velha (around 20.000 inhabitants) and goes on a daily basis to the different intervention areas. She/he refers to the “Chef de Secteur”, based in France. She/he has to implement the program, reinforce and extend the current activities (including its extension to the District of Memba and according to the needs).
Her/his main responsibilities are the following:
• The implementation and improvement of the program methodology especially the actions related to the care of patients and the support of local health services ;
• The reinforcement of collaboration and the definition of measures with the representatives of the supervising Ministry at district and provincial level ;
• The supervision and technical training and the management of the local team (30 people) ;
• The monitoring and evaluation of the program and its logistic follow up ;
• The supervision of the necessary administrative procedures ensuring the efficient running of the program ;
• The operational and financial reporting to be shared with the “Chef de secteur” and the Finance Manager based in France (frequent activities reports, accountability and budget, and expense forecasts) ;
• The collaboration with the WASH Program Manager based in the district of Memba ;
• The capitalization on experience gained and good practices.
Based on the needs identified, the Program Manager will also contribute to the follow-up of the last water management works planned for 2014 and reinforce the water supply service maintenance (spare parts points of sale and local technicians). These services are already in place thanks to a local association that is about to be created on the initiative of a team member.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE NEEDED
• A university degree in Health (medical schools or public health)
• Experience in team management required
• First professional experience in a developing country required
• Ability to listen, to be diplomatic and to delegate
• Rigor, organization, relationship building and negotiation skills
• Mobility, real taste and aptitude for field work, flexibility, dynamism
• Ability to communicate in a multi-cultural environment
• Fluent in Portuguese preferred

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
• Limited-duration contract (for 6 months) and then unlimited-duration contract
• Total moral commitment of 2 years expected
• Net pay of 1.121 € per month (13 months a year) + living stipend
• Social security + repatriation insurance + annual return airfare
• Couple status (accompanied post) can be considered for this position
How to apply:
Note, only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview.
Applicants will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
TO APPLY for this position, please send a resume and a cover letter
under reference “HEALTH/MZBQ”
At interaide@interaide.org

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