All UN jobs in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Closing date: 2018-05-11

LocationChiro, Ethiopia

Start DateMay - Jul 2018 (flexible)

Length of Placement9 Months

Language RequirementsEnglish

Open to Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents of Canada only

Due to funder restrictions, support for accompanying partners/dependents is not available for this placement.

The Volunteer s Role

For this placement, we are looking for a volunteer to strengthen the communication system of CARE, WHZ Sector Offices and OBU, develop quality communication materials such as organizational webpages, briefs, publications and reports / documentations and support the development of partnership and networking among CARE West Hararghe Office, WHZ Sector Offices and OBU for effective implementation of GROW project in the targeted six districts of West Hararghe Administrative Zone.

As a volunteer, you will:

• Assist for the establishment of effective organizational communication system across GROW project implementing partners

• Facilitate staff capacity development for production of quality communication materials

• Enable organizational networking and partnership development for effective resource mobilization and sharing learnings

• Build partners / stakeholders capacity in community mobilization and event organization skills

• Develop quarterly and annual quality reports and project implementation documentation materials

Essential Academic Qualifications:

• MA degree in Communication / Communication for Development, Project Management, International Relations, / Journalism or related field

Essential Professional Background:

• At least 2 years experience, establishment of organizational communication strategies, capacity building for communication system strengthening and networking and partnership development

Support Package

• Modest monthly living allowance (varies depending country)

• Accommodation while in placement

• Return airfare and visa/work permit costs

• Cost of required vaccinations, antimalarial medication and health insurance

• Pre-departure training and in-country orientation

• Travel and accommodation for reintegration debriefing weekend

• Access to Employee Assistance Program while in placement and upon return

• Cuso International assessment day (Candidates must cover the first $200 of the most cost-effective travel expenses and all accommodation costs).

• Travel and accommodation for the five-day pre-departure training course and for in-country orientation

• Bonus: Additional return flight home or cash in lieu after 12 months of service for volunteers who extend for another 6 months

https://curawebservices.mindscope.com/CUSOIN04387_CURA/Aspx/JobDetails.aspx?lang=en&Job_ID=655

Closing date: 2018-05-17

The International Maize and Wheat Improvement Center, known by its Spanish acronym, CIMMYT , is a not-for-profit agricultural research for development organization with partners in over 100 countries. Please refer to our website for more information: www.cimmyt.org

CIMMYT seeks an innovative, self-motivated, and results-oriented candidate for the position of Data Scientist (Post-Doctoral Fellow) to work on improving maize (and wheat) agri-food systems in sub-Saharan Africa and other parts of the developing world. The holder of this position should conduct and contribute to collaborative research at the nexus of agricultural research, applied micro-economic research, and geo-spatial modeling of human and biophysical systems, drawing on large amounts of data, and using a variety of machine learning and data-mining approaches. The specific research focus of this position is to better understand the opportunities for sustainable intensification in smallholder farming systems, through the use of geospatial analysis and modeling approaches. The position will contribute to a number of research activities focused on sub-Saharan Africa.

This post-doctoral fellow will work as a member of CIMMYT s Socio-Economics Program in close collaboration with other CIMMYT programs and with public, private, local and international partners.

The position will be based at CIMMYT s in eastern Africa (Ethiopia office, located in Addis Ababa or Kenya office, located in Nairobi).

Specific duties:

Contribute to the development of analytical models for ex ante evaluation of impacts of new production technologies at scale using a variety of machine learning and data-mining approaches.

Development of tools for quick monitoring of data collected via CAPI software.

Integration of data from multiple sources, e.g. household surveys, farm trials, market information, remote sensing and geospatial data.

Provide support to the development of project proposals and reports.

Produce peer-reviewed research articles.

Other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Required academic qualifications, skills and attitudes:

A recent Ph.D. in statistics or a quantitatively-oriented social or natural science.

Experience with modern statistical learning approaches, including machine learning algorithms and data mining techniques.

Experience with spatial modeling.

Competency in R and/or Python.

Strong understanding of database architecture, statistics, data visualization, etc.

Expertise in working with large data sets.

An ability to teach others.

Ability to analyze and understand data from diverse sources, including household survey data, farm trials data, and remote sensing data.

The selected candidate must exhibit the following competencies: Proactive, Problem Solving, Decision-making, Achievement Orientation and Teamwork.

Desired qualifications:

Experience in a role of a similar nature.

Experience with Shiny applications in R.

Theoretical training and applied experience with household econometric modeling.

Familiarity with agent-based models.

Experience with geospatial data and geographic information systems.

Competency in SQL or related database query languages.

The position is for an initial fixed-term for two (2) years, after which further employment is subject to performance and the continued availability of funds. CIMMYT s internationally competitive salary and benefits.

Candidates must apply onlinefor IRS18116 PDF Data Scientist. Screening and follow up will begin on Friday, 16 March 2018. Applications must include a CV and a letter of interest. Incomplete applications will not be taken into consideration. For further information on the selection process, please contact Yessica Castillo, at y.castillo@cgiar.org.
Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
This position will remain open until filled.

CIMMYT is an equal opportunity employer. It fosters a multicultural work environment that values gender equality, teamwork, and respect for diversity. Women are encouraged to apply.L

Closing date: 2018-05-18

Job Posting TitleCommunication Officer
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Start Date **17.04.2018
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End Date **18.05.2018
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Reference Code **COIBAR03

Organization

The African Union, established as a unique Pan African continental body, is charged with spearheading Africa's rapid integration and sustainable development by promoting unity, solidarity, cohesion and cooperation among the peoples of Africa and African States as well as developing a new partnership worldwide. Its Headquarters is located in Addis Ababa, capital city of Ethiopia.

In seeking to achieve these objectives, the African Union intends to strengthen its capacity to deliver by, among others, the implementation of new organization structure and the filling of regular and short-term vacant posts.

The Commission of the African Union invites applicants who are citizens of Member States for the short-term post of Communication Officer below within the African Union Inter-African Bureau for Animal Resources AU-IBAR (Department of Rural Economy and Agriculture of the African Union Commission).

Department

Post

Job Title: Communication Officer
Grade: P2
Supervisor: Director, AU-IBAR
Duty Station: AU-IBAR, Nairobi, Kenya
Number of Position: 1

Project

Job Description Summary

The Communication Officer under the supervision of the Director AU-IBAR shall be responsible for providing strategic guidance on the Communications activities of AU-IBAR.

Tasks

Main Duties and Responsibilities

The duties and responsibilities of the incumbent shall include the following:

• Provide strategic guidance on the communication activities of AU-IBAR including coordination, advocacy and communication strategies, planning and implementation.
• Work closely with the knowledge management officer, information systems officer, the webmaster and Projects and Programmes Unit (PPU) to develop and/or update the information, communication and knowledge management strategy based on AU-IBAR's strategic plan.
• Provide advocacy, communication and social mobilization support to AU-IBAR projects and activities to promote Information sharing and Communication: and assure maximum visibility of AU-IBAR through
  • Working with Project coordinators to bring out, package and promote AU-IBAR achievements
  • Guide programme activities needing communication support and proactively seek out achievements and disseminate such in the best communication approach
  • Establish strong linkages with relevant Media/News/Communication outlets, organisations and Institutions to enhance AU-IBAR Communication activities
  • Develop and roll-out mechanisms for wide sharing of outputs of AU-IBAR achievements
  • Contribute to the development and management of the Animal Resources Knowledge Portal
• Contribute to the promotion of collaborative tools that facilitate sharing of ideas, information and knowledge such as the Intranet, outlook etc.
• Establish a viable media relationship between AU-IBAR and relevant media organisations at continental, regional and national levels;
• Facilitate the sharing of experiences and knowledge on development and communication in general as well as learning through nurturing and training activities.
• Help to capture and document information and knowledge on animal resources in Africa such as the documenting of lessons learnt and best practices and success stories.
• Work closely with Project Coordinators to document outputs and provide content for publishing of bulletins, policy papers and scholarly articles for wide dissemination.
• Disseminate information widely among AU-IBAR's target groups through publications, knowledge fairs and exhibitions; organization of Radio and TV programmes; Development of Communication materials etc.
• Work closely with the Webmaster and the Communication Expert to maintain and improve the AU-IBAR news and information dissemination facilities including the website.
• Support AU Member States in advancing good communication practices to enhance visibility of animal resource development activities across the continent.
• Develop and roll out cost-effective training on evidence-based advocacy for increased public and private investment in the animal resources sector.

Requirements

Qualification and Work Experience Required

Candidates must have a bachelor's degree in Mass Communication, or other related field. An advanced degree preferably in knowledge management and/or development Communication will be an advantage. Knowledge of relevant computer applications including Communication IT tools is mandatory.

Work Experience

Experience in Development communication activities, media relation, advocacy management, organization of focus groups, public communication and social mobilization

• Familiarity with developing and delivering development Communication and knowledge management programmes.
• Experience in developing and delivering Communication programmes and packages with and for different stakeholders and partner organisations.
• Experience in the animal resources sector would be an added advantage.
• At least five years of progressive experience in areas of communication preferably within an International or continental organization.

Other Relevant Skills

• Professionalism: Demonstrated technical knowledge and analytical skills related to communication management.
• Leadership: Ability to influence a team of professionals from diverse professional and cultural backgrounds.
• Planning and organizing: Ability to plan and organize work within a project and ability to make timely decisions.
• Communication: Effective written, oral and presentation skills, particularly the ability to present information in a concise yet accurate manner; ability to develop consensus among people with varying points of view.
• Teamwork: excellent interpersonal skills and ability to operate effectively across organizational boundaries; ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with people of different national and cultural backgrounds with respect for diversity.
• Computer literacy: Working knowledge of data analysis; SAP ERP System, etc

Language Requirement

Proficiency in one of the African Union working languages is a must. Knowledge of one or several other working languages is an added advantage.

Tenure of Appointment

The appointment will be made on a fixed term contract for a period of two years, of with one will be considered as a probationary period. Thereafter, the contract will be for a period of two years renewable, subject to satisfactory performance, deliverables and funding availability.

Gender Mainstreaming

The AU- IBAR is an equal opportunity employer and qualified women are strongly encouraged to apply.

Remuneration

The salary attached to the position is an annual lump-sum of US 85,212.07 inclusive of all allowances for internationally recruited staff, and US 66,751.81 inclusive of all allowances for locally recruited staff.

Applications must be made through the AUC E-recruitment Website AU Careersnot later than 18^thMay 2018.

Directorate of Administration and Human Resource Management
African Union
Commission Addis Ababa (Ethiopia)

Contract Type
Fixed Term Contract
Employment Fraction
Full-time
Branch
IBAR, Nairobi

Closing date: 2018-05-26

Project description :

Expertise France is the French public international cooperation agency. It designs and implements projects which aim to contribute to the balanced development of partner countries, in line with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) of the 2030 Agenda and the priorities of France s external action. Expertise France s mission is to meet the demand of partner countries seeking to enhance the quality of their public policies in order to address the environmental, social, economic and security challenges they are facing.

Since January 2016 Expertise France is implementing the project Addressing Mixed Migration Flows in Eastern Africa (AMMi) intending to support East African countries to address the challenges posed by mixed migration flows. The current action is funded by the Development and Cooperation Instrument of the European Union and its duration is 36 months

This project, implemented by Expertise France in cooperation with other EU Member States, international organizations and NGOs, aims notably at :

• assisting national authorities in setting up or strengthening safe and rights-respectful reception offices for migrants/asylum seekers/refugees ;

• supporting and facilitating the fight against criminal networks involved in human trafficking and smuggling through capacity building and assistance to partner countries in developing evidence-based policies and conducting criminal investigations ;

• supporting local authorities and civil society in Djibouti in the setting up of national legislation and protection mechanism for unaccompanied minors

Overall mission:

The Capitalization-AME Officer will be based in the Addis Abeba office and will be required to travel to our main areas of intervention in the Horn of Africa. The C-AME Officer will work closely with the project team in Ethiopia, Djibouti and Paris, and will coordinate with the project s partners as well as with other EU-funded projects under the Khartoum Process in the area.

Under the supervision of the Project Director in Addis, the C-AME Officer will :

• Lead the capitalization exercise of the AMMi project ;
• Ensure that the results of this exercise are appropriately disseminated ;
• Support the M&E process ;
• Contribute to capacity building.

1 Capitalization / lessons learnt:

• Design an internal methodology to assess strength and weaknesses of EF in each component of the AMMi project ;

• Carry out the capitalization exercise in coordination with the project team ;

• Conduct capacity building with the team on importance/methodology and tools of capitalization ;

• Produce capitalization documents aiming at different targets (internal EF, donor, beneficiaries).

2 Enhance visibility of the project through adapted communication strategy:

• Develop and implement a communication strategy & tools (newsletter, events and other initiatives) to promote project s achievements ;

• Develop and ensure dissemination of lessons learnt materials through appropriate means.

3 Support M&E process:

• Review all internal and external reports and publications regarding the project ;

• Provide technical support for monitoring and evaluation of the project in coordination with project team and external service provider in charge of M&E : lead monitoring visits, update & follow up indicators to capture quantitative and qualitative results

• Identify and document success stories and lessons learnt ;

• Draft ToR and participate in the selection of the service provider for the final evaluation of the project.

Profile:

• Master degree in international cooperation/development, project management or any other related fields ;
• Excellent analytical skills and knowledge of research, information management and analysis processes ;
• Excellent English writing skills ;
• Good level of French appreciated ;
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail with the ability to manage priorities, take initiative, meet multiple deadlines, and work without constant supervision ;
• Demonstrate clear analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities.

Professional experience:

• Minimum 3 years of professional experience, out of which minimum 2 years in M&E, capitalization, project management and/or capacity building
• Previous experience abroad in the field of humanitarian/development work mandatory, and preferably in the Horn of Africa
• Experience in dealing with EU donors preferable
• Demonstrated experience/interest in the field of migration appreciated

Additional information:

• All nationalities are encouraged to apply ;
• Remuneration package according to profile and experience ;
• Starting date : asap.

To apply, please send your resume and a cover letter, both in English, with at least 2 reference contacts to : elissa.duprat@expertisefrance.fr. Please state the job title Capitalization and AME Officer in the email subject line (applications that don t have this reference will not be considered).

Deadline for applications : 26^thof May 2018

NB : Due to the urgency of the position filling, tests and interviews can be conducted before the closure of the vacancy.

*Please kindly note that only preselected candidates will be contacted for a written test, after which those shortlisted will be invited for an interview.*

Closing date: 2018-05-31

Role overview

The main purpose of this placement is to design and deliver programs which could enable the capacity of partner and primary actors respond to emergency situations. The project aimed at improving the resilience capacity of pastoralist community in the project location through different innovative interventions.
The Project also deals with building the capacity of the education cluster to respond as per the Country Humanitarian and Disaster Resilience Plan (HDRP) so as to ensure the inclusion of Out of School Children (OOSC) in conflict and drought affected locations of the country.
Besides, the project is expected to design and deliver short term teacher training in selected locations of the region on psychosocial skills and Child friendly methodology for teachers from crisis affected areas; empowering teachers and education officers so that they can provide better support to children under the conflict situation to stay in school and achieve better in their education.

Skills, qualifications and experience

Essential Requirements
A recognized Qualification in education in education in emergencies, educational planning and management, with grounded experience in project management, design, teacher training and materials development preferably masters level.
Demonstrated experience in education at primary level;
Proven experience in teacher training;
Proven knowledge and experience in projects related to DRR, child-centred and active learning methodologies,
Practical understanding of children and teachers needs in areas of basic education
Evidenced skills experiences and qualification in psychosocial skill and child friendly methods;

Allowance
As a VSO volunteer, you will be sharing your skills with local communities on a full time basis. VSO will cover your travel, vaccinations, accommodation, and medical insurance costs, along with a local living allowance which will be paid in local currency. This allowance meets reasonable living expenses in country, but will not be enough to send money home. You will also receive some financial support to contribute to your on-going expenses at home.
Accommodation
VSO works with some of the poorest communities in the world which means accommodation varies and will be basic.
Some background about VSO
Much has changed since VSO started 60 years ago. We ve gone from being a UK charity to a truly global development organisation. In 2016/2017 alone, we worked with over 7,000 volunteers from all over the world and from all backgrounds to deliver services that had an impact on the lives of almost 2.6 million people in the 24 countries where we work. Our programmes focus on the areas of health, education and livelihoods, with an increasing emphasis on resilience building, social accountability, gender and social inclusion. We believe progress is only possible when we work together and that strong partnerships are crucial to delivering positive change. That s why we work with over 500 partner organisations, from local and national governments, to businesses, NGOs, funders, charities and community groups. Currently, over 30% of our people are recruited from within the country in which they work, and we continue to grow the share of community and national volunteers involved in our programmes. We also send increasing numbers of volunteers from one developing country to another. However, our vision has remained the same; to build a world without poverty.

Please follow this link to apply: http://www.aplitrak.com/?adid=bnNocml2YXN0YXZhLjEyNjMxLjM4MzBAdnNvLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ

Closing date: 2018-06-15

PROJECT DIRECTOR, Lalmba Association

Agaro Bushi, Ethiopia

CALLING ADVENTUROUS LEADERS WITH A BACKGROUND IN CONSTRUCTION! Lalmba seeks a project director for construction of a new clinic in the remote southwest highland rain forest of Ethiopia. This role requires experience in the developing world, a knowledge of construction, and good intercultural leadership and management skills.

The setting is rural, in an area without modern amenities. This is a rare opportunity to introduce a new project in an area of great need and breathtaking beauty. The role requires a 1-2 year commitment.

Lalmba pays no salary but covers all expenses related to travel to/from Ethiopia, and working and living in Ethiopia (visas, immunizations, airfare, room and board, medical & life insurance). We will also pay for roundtrip tickets for a visit back home after one year.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: The Project Director(s) provides the overall leadership of the organization in Ethiopia and is responsible for managing the construction of the clinic and housing. The Project Director is the primary liaison with government officials and US office, and is responsible for the management of Ethiopian staff, procurement of medical and expat supplies, maintenance of the grounds and equipment, management of the finances and other miscellaneous duties.

QUALIFICATIONS: Qualified candidates have a desire to serve the poor and are willing to make a minimum 1-2 year commitment to work in a very rural location. They must have strong organizational skills, be able to manage multiple tasks and priorities, and be very flexible. International experience in the developing world is also required. Personnel management skills and/or experience are strongly preferred. Applicants must be college graduates with at least 5 years work experience. Must be currently located in the U.S., South America, Canada or Europe.

TO APPLY: For more information, go to www.lalmba.orgor call 303-485-1810. If you fit our qualifications and would like to apply, please fill out the application form from our Volunteer page: http://www.lalmba.org/volunteer-application/

Closing date: 2018-07-01

For more than 30 years, M decins du Monde, a campaigning medical organisation committed to international solidarity, has been caring for the most vulnerable populations at home and abroad. It has continued to highlight obstacles that exist in accessing health care and has secured sustainable improvements in health-for-all policies.

Those working for this independent organisation do not solely dispense care and treatment but condemn violations of human dignity and rights and fight to improve matters for populations living in precarious situations.

MdM currently works in more than 45 countries across all continents where it focuses on 5 priority areas: emergency and crisis, sexual and reproductive health, harm reduction, migrants and displaced populations (health rights), health and environment.

MDM has been working in Ethiopia for more than 20 years in different types of projects from long-term interventions to emergency response. MDM has concentrated its efforts on projects related to basic access to primary health care (projects centred on rural health facilities and isolated populations) and to reduction of maternal mortality through improved quality of obstetric care. Over the last 10 years, MDM has also been involved in the building of health facilities, in surgery related to obstetric care, in PMTCT (Prevention of mother-to-child transmission) and in primary health care in Somali region. Due to huge operational constraints, MdM suspended activities in Somali region in June 2011 and has restarted in January 2014 in Afar region for a 4-year project, under the title of preventing genital mutilation and its harmful consequences with the objective to reduce the maternal and neonatal mortality rates.

In 2017, 2 exploratory missions have been implemented: one has been done in the same area of last year s project in zone 5 of Afar region, in the continuity of the project to extend the activities in Sexual Reproductive Health area.
The second one has been done on sex work area among the corridor AA- Djibouti, focusing in the Afar part zone 1.
TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

As the general coordinator you supervise and coordinate all the activities of the mission, in accordance with the safety of property and people, and to guarantee that the mission is relevant and complies with the contract of objectives.

More in details, you :

• Are in charge of planning the entire mission and assessing programs; you supervise and organise their implementation

• Ensure the safety of people and property for the entire mission; you supervise and organise the implementation of safety rules and ensures that decisions are applied

• Define the general organisation of the mission and the staff; you manage and supervise the co-ordination team; you make or approves management decisions; and you are in charge of the quality of the overall climate and the working conditions of the entire mission

• Are in charge of the communication between the mission and the headquarter

Within the framework of staff management, you :

• Ensure compliance with the administrative and legal framework of the country and the rules and regulations of the mission

• Supervise and you are in charge of facilitating the drawing up of the budget; you approve any eventual adjustments; ensure the quality of the budgetary follow-up, as well as the safety and transparency of funds use

• Are in charge of raising funds in the field; you guarantee that the contract of objectives defined by the donors is fulfilled and that contractual obligations are respected

• Carry out negotiations and maintains regular relations with the local, regional and federal authorities and partners of the mission, you ensure the respect of agreements and contracts

• Organise relations and communication with the head office of MDM; you are in charge of the quality of the submitted reports on activities and ensures compliance with procedures for the exchange of information and reporting

• Encourage contacts with the media, transmit and spread the MDM s official positioning to the staff and to the media; s/he ensures the visibility of the mission and the consistency of any comments made with the MDM's positioning

• In terms of international human rights law and international humanitarian law, you are in charge of heightening the staff s awareness, of collecting and spreading data collections according to the directives of the DH unit; you make sure that the actions led are coherent and that the MDM s positioning on the gathering of testimonies is respected.
  CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
  Status :Employee Contract : Fixed-term contract
  Duration :12 months

Position to be filled for june 2018
2820 gross monthly salary on 13 months
Expatriation bonus (10% gross salary per month)
Transportation cost (home-work), vaccines and visas covered
Housing allowance
Tuition/Schooling allowance
Living allowance (per diem) for the accompanying member if unemployed + 1/2 per diem for each child
22.5 RTT per year
5 weeks of paid leaves per year.
Health insurance (60% covered by MdM)
Insurance (repatriation )
M decins du Monde promotes trainings and internal mobility

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE NEEDED:
Master's degree level
Training in management
Public Health background or medical background is a plus

Experience in team management and project management
Experience of 5 years in an international NGO and in a similar position
Experience on SRH / SGBV / Sex Work / Harm reduction an asset (through not mandatory)
Significant experience in the field security management

English, well spoken and written mandatory

Strong communication skills, with strong sense of diplomacy
Drafting and reporting skills, ability to write concise and well presented reports in a timely manner
Technical skills in assessment, monitoring and evaluation
Ability to lead and work as part of a team of expatriate and national staff
Computer skills - Microsoft Office, internet and data management

You are committed to MdM s values as an organisation and motivated by its non-statutory, NFP model.

TELEPHONE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED
M decins du Monde reserves the right to fill the vacancy before the closing date for applications.
MdM stands up for the integration of people living with disabilities and fights against discrimination

Interested ? please apply via : http://www.jobs.net/j/JDysUdbx?idpartenaire=128

Closing date: 2018-07-07

CityHarrar, Ethiopia

Start DateJun - Aug 2018 (flexible)

Length of Placement9 Months

Language RequirementsEnglish

Open to Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents of Canada only

Due to funder restrictions, support for accompanying partners/dependents is not available for this placement.

The Volunteer s Role

The overall purpose of this placement is to strengthen the gender and nutrition sensitiveness of development interventions in the zone

As a volunteer, you will:

-Design and implement sectoral gender and nutrition capacity building activities

-Assist in planning of the sectoral nutrition interventions

-Design and implement gender equality, and optimal maternal and child care practice promotion campaigns

-Assist in the design and implementation of women and adolescent empowerment activities

-Assist in assessment of women, adolescents, and children nutritional status

Essential Academic Qualifications:

BSc. /MSc. degree in Gender and Deployment Studies, Demography, Sociology/Social Anthropology or related field

Essential Professional Background:

At least three years work experience in managing /advising gender and development interventions

Hands on experience in design of women empowerment interventions

Support Package

• Modest monthly living allowance (varies depending country)

• Accommodation while in placement

• Return airfare and visa/work permit costs

• Cost of required vaccinations, antimalarial medication and health insurance

• Pre-departure training and in-country orientation

• Travel and accommodation for reintegration debriefing weekend

• Modest support for accompanying partners and dependents going on placement with you for 12 months or longer (Return flight, emergency medical insurance, vaccinations)

• Access to Employee Assistance Program while in placement and upon return

• Cuso International assessment day (Candidates must cover the first $200 of the most cost-effective travel expenses and all accommodation costs).

• Travel and accommodation for the five-day pre-departure training course and for in-country orientation

• Bonus: Additional return flight home or cash in lieu after 12 months of service for volunteers who extend for another 6 months

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Closing date: 2018-08-04

CityPawe, Ethiopia

Start DateJun - Aug 2018 (flexible)

Length of Placement6-8 Months

Language RequirementsEnglish

Open to Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents of Canada only

The Volunteer s Role

The objective of this placement is to improve the quality of antenatal and postnatal care through the development of skilled professionals, increase the mentorship of healthcare units and professionals and decrease maternal and neonatal deaths

As a volunteer, you will:

• Conduct need assessments and build the capacity of teachers and students

• In collaboration with Pawe hospital management, design and deliver in-service training for the midwives and other relevant colleagues

• Plan and deliver coaching and mentoring to improve routine works as per the required standard practices

• Develop tools to improve identified gaps in the provision of quality care and services; support the promotion of professional ethics and devoted working culture in the provision of quality care and services

• Participate in the planning and implementation of need-based changes that brings improvement at the college system level

Essential Academic Qualifications:

MSc in Midwifery

Essential Professional Background:

• Minimum two years experience in teaching, mentoring, maternal and neonatal services

Support Package

• Modest monthly living allowance (varies depending country)

• Accommodation while in placement

• Return airfare and visa/work permit costs

• Cost of required vaccinations, antimalarial medication and health insurance

• Pre-departure training and in-country orientation

• Travel and accommodation for reintegration debriefing weekend

• Modest support for accompanying partners and dependents going on placement with you for 12 months or longer (Return flight, emergency medical insurance, vaccinations)

• Access to Employee Assistance Program while in placement and upon return

• Cuso International assessment day (Candidates must cover the first $200 of the most cost-effective travel expenses and all accommodation costs).

• Travel and accommodation for the five-day pre-departure training course and for in-country orientation

https://curawebservices.mindscope.com/CUSOIN04387_CURA/Aspx/JobDetails.aspx?lang=en&Job_ID=96&utm_source=Reliefweb