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Closing date: 2019-10-25

Chief of Party (COP) Congo (Kinshasa)

Tetra Tech International Development Services (http://www.tetratech.com/intdev), headquartered in Arlington, VA, is currently accepting expressions of interest from qualified Chief of Party (COP) candidates for an anticipated USAID-funded Activity in Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo. The purpose of the anticipated Activity is to improve resilience capacities in vulnerable households and communities to enable people, households and communities to escape poverty and chronic vulnerability. This project will be implemented in the DRC Resilience Focus Zone, which includes Ituri, North Kivu, South Kivu, and Tanganyika.

Responsibilities:

The Chief of Party s responsibilities include providing overall programmatic leadership, including contractual performance and risk management, work planning and reporting, financial management, administration and personnel management, high-level client and counterpart dialogue, and communications for the project. The COP will provide comprehensive technical oversight and guidance in all aspects of the program, including monitoring and evaluation and reporting to USAID and act as the principal link between USAID, Tetra Tech ARD and other partners.

Qualifications:

The successful candidate will demonstrate effective management experience in post-conflict and insecure environments as well as proven experience to manage complex programs in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Additionally, he/she should possess:

* Advanced degree in agriculture, food security, governance, conflict resolution, rural sociology, rural law, or other relevant discipline;

* At least 10 years of professional experience with projects related to relevant Activity themes, direct experience working and managing programs in Eastern DRC strongly preferred;

*Proven ability to maintain productive working relationships with government officials, market actors, and community stakeholders;

* Previous Chief of Party experience strongly preferred;

* French language fluency (oral and written) is required. Proficiency in English is preferred;

* DRC nationals and especially women are strongly encouraged to apply.

To be considered applicants must submit the following as part of the online application process:

* Cover Letter

* CV in reverse chronological format

Please ensure that all necessary documents are uploaded, as incomplete applications and/or corrupt files may delay processing of your application or remove you from consideration. Applications that do not meet the minimum requirements listed above will not be considered. No phone calls will be accepted.

Please indicate where you saw Tetra Tech s ad posted

Apply online at:http://bit.ly/ChiefofPartyDRC

Tetra Tech is a leading provider of high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. With more than 20,000 associates working together, Tetra Tech provides clear solutions to complex problems in water, environment, infrastructure, resource management, energy, and international development. Tetra Tech combines the resources of a global, multibillion dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in over 400 locations around the world. We offer competitive compensation and benefits and are searching for innovative people to join our teams. We are Leading with Science to provide sustainable and resilient solutions for our clients. We are an equal opportunity employer: EOE AA/M/F/Vets/Disability.

Closing date: 2019-10-25

Administrative Positions - Congo (Kinshasa)

Tetra Tech International Development Services (http://www.tetratech.com/intdev), headquartered in Arlington, VA, is currently accepting expressions of interest for qualified local and regional candidates for a range of administrative positions needed to staff an anticipated USAID-funded Activity in Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The purpose of the anticipated Activity is to improve resilience capacities in vulnerable households and communities to enable people, households and communities to escape poverty and chronic vulnerability. This project will be implemented in the DRC Resilience Focus Zone, which includes Ituri, North Kivu, South Kivu, Tanganyika. Tetra Tech seeks candidates specialized in the following areas:

* Environmental Compliance

* Grants

* Finance and Administration

* Accounting

* Project Communications

* Project monitoring, evaluation, and quality assurance.

Qualifications:

* University degree in a related field of expertise required (BAC +4)

* A minimum of three (3) years of work experience in the field of interest (environmental compliance, financial management, accounting, grants management, communications, etc.)

* At least one year s experience preferred working on projects funded by USAID or other major donors;

* Work experience providing contractual and financial oversight to USAID-funded projects of similar size and complexity;

* Excellent organizational skills and ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, stressful environment;

* Detail oriented, and ability to prioritize tasks and support program implementation while ensuring adherence to required policies and protocols;

* Accounting/audit certifications highly preferred;

* Advanced Excel skills required; experience with Quickbooks preferred;

* Professional, relevant experience in Eastern DRC is required; regional experience in Ituri is beneficial;

* Fluency in French required, and fluency in English desired (reading, speaking, writing);

* Proficiency in Swahili and local languages is essential.

Only Congolese nationals may apply.

Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

To be considered applicants must submit the following as part of the online application process:

* Cover Letter

* CV in reverse chronological format

Please ensure that all necessary documents are uploaded, as incomplete applications and/or corrupt files may delay processing of your application or remove you from consideration. Applications that do not meet the minimum requirements listed above will not be considered. No phone calls will be accepted.

Please indicate where you saw Tetra Tech s ad posted

Apply online at:http://bit.ly/AdministrativePositionsDRC

Tetra Tech is a leading provider of high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. With more than 20,000 associates working together, Tetra Tech provides clear solutions to complex problems in water, environment, infrastructure, resource management, energy, and international development. Tetra Tech combines the resources of a global, multibillion dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in over 400 locations around the world. We offer competitive compensation and benefits and are searching for innovative people to join our teams. We are Leading with Science to provide sustainable and resilient solutions for our clients. We are an equal opportunity employer: EOE AA/M/F/Vets/Disability.

Closing date: 2019-10-25

Technical Specialist Positions Congo (Kinshasa)

Tetra Tech International Development Services (http://www.tetratech.com/intdev), headquartered in Arlington, VA, is currently accepting expressions of interest for qualified local and regional candidates for a range of technical positions needed to staff an anticipated USAID-funded Activity in Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The purpose of the anticipated Activity is to improve resilience capacities in vulnerable households and communities to enable people, households and communities to escape poverty and chronic vulnerability. This project will be implemented in the DRC Resilience Focus Zone, which includes Ituri, North Kivu, South Kivu, Tanganyika. Tetra Tech seeks candidates specialized in the following areas:

* Inclusive Value Chain Development including but not limited to aquaculture, livestock/animal husbandry, and horticulture (vegetable production)

* Extension Services

* Food Security

* Nutrition-Sensitive Agriculture

* Climate Smart Agriculture

* Resilience

* Public Private Partnerships

* Producer Organization and Institutional Capacity Building

* Market Systems Strengthening

* Gender Integration

* Youth Empowerment and Entrepreneurship

* Social Behavior Change Communications, especially for WASH, Nutrition, and Health

* Conflict sensitivity and mediation

* Land tenure/governance/customary administration and conflict resolution

Qualifications:

* University degree in a related field of expertise required (BAC +4)

* A minimum of three (3) years of work experience in the field of interest

* At least one year s experience preferred working on livelihoods, agriculture, and/or conflict mitigation development projects funded by USAID or other major donors;

* Professional, relevant experience in Eastern DRC is required; regional experience in Ituri is beneficial;

* Fluency in French required, and fluency in English desired (reading, speaking, writing);

* Proficiency in Swahili and local languages essential

Only Congolese nationals may apply.

Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

To be considered applicants must submit the following as part of the online application process:

* Cover Letter

* CV in reverse chronological format

Please ensure that all necessary documents are uploaded, as incomplete applications and/or corrupt files may delay processing of your application or remove you from consideration. Applications that do not meet the minimum requirements listed above will not be considered. No phone calls will be accepted.

Please indicate where you saw Tetra Tech s ad posted

Apply online at: http://bit.ly/TechnicalSpecialistDRC

Tetra Tech is a leading provider of high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. With more than 20,000 associates working together, Tetra Tech provides clear solutions to complex problems in water, environment, infrastructure, resource management, energy, and international development. Tetra Tech combines the resources of a global, multibillion dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in over 400 locations around the world. We offer competitive compensation and benefits and are searching for innovative people to join our teams. We are Leading with Science to provide sustainable and resilient solutions for our clients. We are an equal opportunity employer: EOE AA/M/F/Vets/Disability.

Closing date: 2019-10-25

Deputy Chief of Party (DCOP) Congo (Kinshasa)

Tetra Tech International Development Services (http://www.tetratech.com/intdev), headquartered in Arlington, VA, is currently accepting expressions of interest from qualified Deputy Chief of Party (DCOP) candidates for an anticipated USAID-funded Activity in Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo. The purpose of the anticipated Activity is to improve resilience capacities in vulnerable households and communities to enable people, households and communities to escape poverty and chronic vulnerability. This project will be implemented in the DRC Resilience Focus Zone, which includes Ituri, North Kivu, South Kivu, and Tanganyika.

Responsibilities:

Working under the overall direction of the Chief of Party (COP) and in coordination and collaboration with project administrative, financial and contracts staff, the DCOP Technical will have the primary responsibility of ensuring the timely provision and delivery of all required project technical deliverables to support the execution of the project.

Qualifications:

The successful candidate will demonstrate effective management experience in post-conflict and insecure environments as well as proven experience to implement complex programs in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Additionally, he/she should possess:

* Advanced degree in agriculture, food security, governance, conflict resolution, rural sociology, rural law, or other relevant discipline;

* At least 7 years of professional experience with projects related to relevant Activity themes, direct experience working and managing programs in Eastern DRC strongly preferred;

* At least 3-5 years managing development projects with large teams and engaging with government representatives and project stakeholders;

* Previous senior management experience strongly preferred;

* French language fluency (oral and written) is required. Proficiency in English is preferred;

* DRC nationals and especially women are strongly encouraged to apply.

To be considered applicants must submit the following as part of the online application process:

* Cover Letter

* CV in reverse chronological format

Please ensure that all necessary documents are uploaded, as incomplete applications and/or corrupt files may delay processing of your application or remove you from consideration. Applications that do not meet the minimum requirements listed above will not be considered. No phone calls will be accepted.

Please indicate where you saw Tetra Tech s ad posted

Apply online at:http://bit.ly/DeputyChiefofPartyDRC

Tetra Tech is a leading provider of high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. With more than 20,000 associates working together, Tetra Tech provides clear solutions to complex problems in water, environment, infrastructure, resource management, energy, and international development. Tetra Tech combines the resources of a global, multibillion dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in over 400 locations around the world. We offer competitive compensation and benefits and are searching for innovative people to join our teams. We are Leading with Science to provide sustainable and resilient solutions for our clients. We are an equal opportunity employer: EOE AA/M/F/Vets/Disability.

Closing date: 2019-10-25

Director of Administration and Finance (DAF) Congo (Kinshasa)

Tetra Tech International Development Services (http://www.tetratech.com/intdev), headquartered in Arlington, VA, is currently accepting expressions of interest from qualified Director of Administration and Finance (DAF) candidates an anticipated USAID-funded Activity in Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo. The purpose of the anticipated Activity is to improve resilience capacities in vulnerable households and communities to enable people, households and communities to escape poverty and chronic vulnerability. This project will be implemented in the DRC Resilience Focus Zone, which includes Ituri, North Kivu, South Kivu, and Tanganyika.

Responsibilities:

Working under the direction of the Chief of Party, the Director of Administration and Finance will be responsible for the project s administrative and financial management, human resources, and procurement, while ensuring compliance with USAID regulations, local laws, and Tetra Tech rules and regulations. The Director of Administration and Finance will:

* Manage the overall functions of the administrative and finance team;

* In consultation with the COP, supervise human resources personnel to develop and ensure that all personnel are managed in compliance with manuals and local labor laws;

* Oversee all procurement and local subcontracting processes and ensure that administrative, financial and technical staff abide by the Local Procurement and Subcontracts Manual, Tetra Tech internal rules and regulations, and relevant USAID regulations;

* Ensure proper management and use of funds;

* Oversee overall property management, review monthly purchasing and inventory reports;

* Ensure accurate project budgeting and expenditure projections, quarterly financial analyses (projections against actuals) and the development of annual operating plan budget for submittal to Tetra Tech corporate office;

* Develop and ensure proper adherence to anti-fraud systems, processes and procedures and ensure that any deviations from those guidelines is met with appropriate action from the field and home office.

Qualifications:

The successful candidate will demonstrate effective financial management experience in post-conflict and insecure environments as well as proven experience to assure compliance for complex programs in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Additionally, he/she should possess:

* Bachelor s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, or similar field required;

* Minimum of ten (10) years of experience in financial management and administration, grants management and contractual technical assistance services experience also highly desirable;

* Working experience in Ituri, North Kivu, South Kivu and Tanganyika strongly preferred;

* Minimum of three (3) years working experience in a senior supervisory role related to accounting, payroll, procurement and logistical support services;

* Work experience providing contractual and financial oversight to USAID-funded projects of similar size and complexity;

* Excellent organizational skills and ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, stressful environment;

* Detail oriented, and ability to prioritize tasks and support program implementation while ensuring adherence to required policies and protocols;

* Accounting/audit certifications highly preferred;

* Advanced Excel skills and experience with Quickbooks required;

* French and English language fluency (oral and written) is required. Proficiency in Swahili a plus;

* DRC nationals and especially women are strongly encouraged to apply.

To be considered applicants must submit the following as part of the online application process:

* Cover Letter

* CV in reverse chronological format

Please ensure that all necessary documents are uploaded, as incomplete applications and/or corrupt files may delay processing of your application or remove you from consideration. Applications that do not meet the minimum requirements listed above will not be considered. No phone calls will be accepted.

Please indicate where you saw Tetra Tech s ad posted

Apply online at:http://bit.ly/DirectorAdminFinanceDRC

Tetra Tech is a leading provider of high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. With more than 20,000 associates working together, Tetra Tech provides clear solutions to complex problems in water, environment, infrastructure, resource management, energy, and international development. Tetra Tech combines the resources of a global, multibillion dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in over 400 locations around the world. We offer competitive compensation and benefits and are searching for innovative people to join our teams. We are Leading with Science to provide sustainable and resilient solutions for our clients. We are an equal opportunity employer: EOE AA/M/F/Vets/Disability.

Closing date: 2019-10-25

Natural Resource Manager/Land Tenure Specialist Congo (Kinshasa)

Tetra Tech International Development Services (http://www.tetratech.com/intdev), headquartered in Arlington, VA, is currently accepting expressions of interest from qualified Natural Resource Manager/Land Tenure Specialist candidates for an anticipated USAID-funded Activity in Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo. The purpose of the anticipated Activity is to improve resilience capacities in vulnerable households and communities to enable people, households and communities to escape poverty and chronic vulnerability. This project will be implemented in the DRC Resilience Focus Zone, which includes Ituri, North Kivu, South Kivu, and Tanganyika.

Responsibilities:

The Natural Resource Manager/Land Tenure Specialist candidate will be responsible for supporting technical activities focused on equitable and secure land access for women, youth, and communities. The Land Tenure Specialist will contribute to reports and overall contract requirements to ensure quality control and timeliness of deliverables.

Qualifications:

The successful candidate will demonstrate effective management experience in post-conflict and insecure environments as well as proven experience to implement complex programs in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Additionally, he/she should possess:

* Degree in a land tenure-related field, or appropriate social science, with a graduate degree preferred;

* Experience working with community leaders on land and resource-based conflict resolution including experience and knowledge of gender and customary tenure issues. Should demonstrate understanding of regional context regarding property disputes, formal and informal adjudication of land disputes, and conflict mediation;

* Experience in Ituri, North Kivu, South Kivu and Tanganyika or similar context strongly preferred;

* Experience with enhancing coordination among institutional stakeholders preferred and record of developing strong working relationships with counterparts;

* Excellent team-building and communication skills (e-mail, telephone, reports, public speaking);

* French language fluency (oral and written) is required. Proficiency in English is preferred;

* DRC nationals and especially women are strongly encouraged to apply.

To be considered applicants must submit the following as part of the online application process:

* Cover Letter

* CV in reverse chronological format

Please ensure that all necessary documents are uploaded, as incomplete applications and/or corrupt files may delay processing of your application or remove you from consideration. Applications that do not meet the minimum requirements listed above will not be considered. No phone calls will be accepted.

Please indicate where you saw Tetra Tech s ad posted

Apply online at:http://bit.ly/NaturalResourceManagerDRC

Tetra Tech is a leading provider of high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. With more than 20,000 associates working together, Tetra Tech provides clear solutions to complex problems in water, environment, infrastructure, resource management, energy, and international development. Tetra Tech combines the resources of a global, multibillion dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in over 400 locations around the world. We offer competitive compensation and benefits and are searching for innovative people to join our teams. We are Leading with Science to provide sustainable and resilient solutions for our clients. We are an equal opportunity employer: EOE AA/M/F/Vets/Disability.

Closing date: 2019-10-25

propos d IMPACT

IMPACT transforme la gestion des ressources naturelles dans les zones o la s curit et les droits de la personne sont menac s. Nous analysons et concevons des approches de gestion des ressources naturelles dans une triple optique de renforcement de la s curit , de d veloppement et d galit . Organisme ind pendant sans but lucratif, IMPACT fait action commune avec des partenaires locaux pour r aliser un changement durable.

Bas e Ottawa, IMPACT dispose de bureaux en R publique d mocratique du Congo (RDC), en Ouganda, et en C te d Ivoire.

Gestionnaire de projets

La ou le gestionnaire de projet surveillera la mise en uvre des projets d IMPACT dans les pays o nous exer ons des activit s.

Cette personne travaillera en troite collaboration avec le personnel, les expert(e)s techniques et les partenaires du Canada, des Grands Lacs et des r gions du sud de l Afrique, et internationaux. La ou le gestionnaire de projet sera appel (e) se rendre sur les sites de projets d IMPACT, dans des environnements difficiles, notamment dans l est de la R publique d mocratique du Congo (RDC), possiblement pendant de longues p riodes de temps.

Principaux domaines de travail :

• Surveiller la mise en uvre de la strat gie du projet et les activit s de programme afin d atteindre les objectifs du projet et de la mission globale de l organisation.
• G rer le personnel du projet.
• En troite collaboration avec le Service des op rations terrain, veiller ce que les proc dures op rationnelles (y compris les mesures de s curit ) soient appliqu es et respect es.
• Participer la planification annuelle de programme pour veiller l laboration de strat gies opportunes et efficaces fond es sur les boucles de r troaction, l analyse et des donn es probantes quantitatives et qualitatives.
• Effectuer la liaison avec les gouvernements, le secteur priv et la soci t civile pour veiller la mise en uvre efficace du projet et l atteinte de ses objectifs, conform ment la mission et la vision globales de l organisation.
• Assurer un dialogue constructif et, si n cessaire, la coordination entre le projet et des initiatives connexes dans d autres contextes semblables o la s curit et les droits de la personne sont en jeu.
• Cerner les technologies, les approches et les partenaires permettant d optimiser ou d largir le bien- tre global des exploitants et exploitantes de mines artisanales et de leur communaut sur les sites op rationnels.
• Veiller ce que le projet et le soutien technique soient adapt s au contexte sp cifique du site.
• Partager l expertise et documenter les le ons apprises et les nouveaux d veloppements dans le secteur des exploitations mini res artisanales et les domaines connexes.
• D terminer les jalons du projet et appuyer leur analyse et contribuer la pr paration de propositions de financement et de rapports narratifs.
• Organiser des activit s de relations avec les m dias et des conf rences publiques, au besoin. En troite collaboration avec le Services des communications, r diger des rapports (pour les bailleurs de fonds et des auditoires externes) comprenant des le ons apprises, dont quelques-unes sont susceptibles d clairer des pratiques exemplaires l chelle internationale.

La candidature doit clairement mettre en vidence en quoi la candidate ou le candidat r pond aux exigences du poste.

La candidate ou le candidat retenu(e) DOIT poss der les qualifications, les comp tences et l exp rience suivantes :

• Une ma trise ou l quivalent dans un domaine pertinent (d veloppement international, conomie de d veloppement, tudes de conflits ou l quivalent).
• Au moins 5 ans d exp rience en coordination et gestion de projet dans le secteur du d veloppement international; de pr f rence au sein d une ONG internationale.
• Exp rience en application d outils de gestion de projet ax e sur les r sultats tous les stades du cycle de vie du projet : conception, planification, surveillance et valuation, production de rapport, ex cution et cl ture.
• Capacit av r e d int grer le genre pendant tout le cycle de gestion du projet et dans les activit s quotidiennes, notamment en faisant preuve de leadership en mati re de droits des femmes et d galit entre les sexes l chelon organisationnel et en troite collaboration avec les partenaires et les b n ficiaires. Connaissance pouss e des contextes des pays en d veloppement.
• Exp rience de travail sur le terrain en Afrique.
• Ma trise de l anglais et du fran ais (essentiel), l crit et l oral.
• Connaissance pouss e de Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint)

Les comp tences et exp riences suivantes seront consid r es comme un atout, mais ne sont pas essentielles :

• Exp rience professionnelle des enjeux li s l exploitation mini re artisanale, notamment dans le contexte du d veloppement international, y compris des enjeux sociaux, conomiques et environnementaux.
• Exp rience de travail avec des coop ratives dans le contexte de pays en d veloppement (fortement favoris e).
• Connaissance des conflits et de la consolidation de la paix, et de leurs liens avec la gouvernance des ressources naturelles.
• Exp rience de travail dans un contexte touch par un conflit, dans des environnements fragiles.
• Exp rience en gestion d une quipe tr s diversifi e.
• Capacit av r e en repr sentation publique, y compris aupr s des m dias.
• Une compr hension de base des questions entourant les droits de la personne et les conflits en Afrique; la transparence et la reddition de compte dans le secteur de l extraction, et la responsabilit sociale des organisations.
• Exp rience professionnelle de l laboration de politiques et de la d fense d int r ts, pr f rablement dans le contexte d une ONG.
• Connaissance ou exp rience des initiatives li es une cha ne de possession et l approvisionnement.
• Capacit d laborer des plans financiers, et d analyser et d interpr ter des donn es financi res.
• Capacit d couter attentivement, de comprendre et de r pondre en cons quence lors d interactions avec des personnes et des groupes repr sentant des horizons et des points de vue divers.
• Comp tences av r es en r solution de conflit.

Autres comp tences :

• Excellent souci du d tail.
• Pens e strat gique et analytique, et capacit d absorber rapidement des connaissances techniques.
• Capacit de g rer une charge de travail complexe et de respecter les ch ances avec un minimum de supervision dans un environnement dynamique qui volue rapidement.
• Capacit de travailler au sein d une quipe et de contribuer la coh sion de l quipe afin d atteindre des objectifs organisationnels plus vastes.
• Capacit de se rendre dans des environnements difficiles, impr visibles et dangereux et d exercer son jugement un niveau sup rieur.
• Grande capacit d adaptation, y compris de nouveaux outils et des situations voluant rapidement.
• Capacit de se g rer soi-m me : hi rarchiser les priorit s, g rer des charges de travail complexes et travailler avec un minimum de supervision.
• Excellents jugement et comp tences en r solution de probl me; personne ax e sur les solutions et tr s cr ative.

Les bureaux de IMPACT sont situ s Ottawa. Les candidates et les candidats doivent poss der la citoyennet canadienne ou le statut de r sident permanent du Canada, et tre autoris s y travailler.

Merci d envoyer les l ments suivants par courriel jobs@impacttransform.org

• Une lettre de motivationexpliquant votre int r t pour le poste
• Votre curriculum vitae
• Le formulaire de renseignements suppl mentairesrempli : https://impacttransform.org/fr/a-propos-de-nous/postes-vacants/

Les candidatures seront pass es en revue sur une base continue. La date d entr e en fonction devrait tre au courant de l automne 2019. Nous n accepterons aucun appel t l phonique ni aucune visite sans rendez-vous. Nous communiquerons uniquement avec les candidates et les candidats pr s lectionn s.

Closing date: 2019-10-25

About IMPACT

IMPACT transforms how natural resources are managed in areas where security and human rights are at risk. We investigate and develop approaches for natural resources to improve security, development, and equality. We are an independent non-profit, collaborating with local partners for lasting change.

IMPACT is headquartered in Ottawa and has offices in the Democratic Republic of Congo, Uganda, and C te d Ivoire.

Project Manager

The Project Manager will oversee the implementation of IMPACT s projects in countries of operation.

They will work in close collaboration with staff, technical experts, and partners in Canada, the Great Lakes and Southern regions of Africa, and internationally. The Project Manager will be expected to travel to difficult environments, such as eastern DRC, with the possibility of extended periods of time at IMPACT project sites.

Specific areas of work include:

• Oversee the implementation of the project strategy and programming activities to realize project objectives and the overall mission of the organization.
• Manage project staff.
• In close coordination with the Field Operations Department, ensure operational (including security) procedures are effectively carried out and respected.
• Engage in annual program planning to ensure the development of timely and effective strategies based on feedback loops, analysis, and quantitative and qualitative evidence.
• Liaise with governments, the private sector, and civil society, to see to the successful implementation of the project and realization of its objectives in keeping with the overall mission and vision of the organization.
• Ensure constructive dialogue and coordination if fitting between the project and related initiatives in other similar contexts where security and human rights are at risk.
• Identify technologies, approaches and partners to deepen or scale the overall well-being of artisanal miners and their communities in sites of operation.
• Ensure adaptability of the project and the technical support provided to site-specific contexts.
• Share expertise and document lessons learned and new developments in the ASM sector and related domains.
• Capture and support the analysis of project milestones and contribute to funding proposals and narrative reports.
• Undertake media relations and public speaking activities as required. In close coordination with the Communications Department, carry out report writing (for donors and external audiences) including lessons learned with a view to inform best practices globally.

Candidates are asked to clearly demonstrate in their applications how they meet the requirements of the position.

The successful candidate MUSThave the following qualifications, experience and skills:

• A Master s degree or equivalent in a relevant field such as international development or development economics, conflict studies or equivalent.
• At least 5 years of experience in project coordination and management in the international development sector, preferably within an international NGO.
• Experience applying results-based project management tools applicable to all stages of project life-cycle: initiation, planning, monitoring & evaluation, reporting, execution, and closing.
• Demonstrated ability to integrate gender throughout the entire project management cycle and in one s everyday work, including demonstrating leadership in women s rights and gender equality at an organizational level and in close collaboration with partners and beneficiaries . Advanced knowledge of development country contexts.
• Field experience working in Africa.
• Fluency in English and French a must, written and oral.
• Advanced Microsoft office skills (Word, Excel, Powerpoint).

The following skills and experiences will be considered as assets, but are not required:

• Experience working on artisanal mining issues especially as relates to international development, including social, economic and environmental issues.
• Experience working with cooperatives in developing country contexts is strongly favoured.
• Knowledge of conflict and peacebuilding and their linkages to natural resource governance.
• Experience working in conflict-affected context and fragile environments.
• Experience managing a highly diverse team.
• Proven ability in public representation, including with the media.
• A basic understanding of issues surrounding human rights and conflict in Africa, transparency and accountability in the extractive sector, and corporate social responsibility.
• Experience working in a policy or advocacy capacity, preferably with an NGO.
• Familiarity or experience with chain of custody or sourcing initiatives.
• Ability to develop financial plans, analyze and interpret financial data.
• Ability to accurately listen, understand and respond appropriately when interacting with individuals and groups representing diverse backgrounds and viewpoints.
• Demonstrated conflict-resolution skills.

Additional Competencies:

• Excellent attention to detail.
• Strategic level and analytical thinking with ability to quickly absorb technical knowledge.
• Ability to manage a complex workload and respect deadlines with minimal supervision in a fast paced and rapidly evolving environment.
• Ability to work within a team and to contribute to team cohesion to realize larger organizational objectives.
• Ability to travel in difficult, unpredictable and insecure environments, exercising superior judgement skills.
• High degree of adaptability including new tools and rapidly evolving situations.
• Ability to self-manage: prioritize, to manage complex workloads and to work with minimal oversight.
• Excellent judgement and problem solving skills; solution-oriented and highly creative.

IMPACT s headquarters are located in Ottawa. Applicants must be Canadian citizens or have permanent residency status in Canada, and be legally entitled to work in Canada.

Send the following information by email to jobs@impacttransform.org

• A cover letterexplaining your interest in the position
• Your curriculum vitae
• The completed Supplementary Information Form: https://impacttransform.org/en/about-us/careers/

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. The anticipated start date is Fall 2019.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. No phone calls or walk-ins please.

Closing date: 2019-10-25

CONTEXT:

The International Organization for Migration in Burkina Faso is implementing the project Engaging border communities of the Liptako-Gourma region in Border Security and Management , funded by the US Department of State.

IOM seeks to contribute to the strategic and policy objectives of Burkina Faso and subregional instances, through the strengthening of border security in the Bobo-Dioulasso region, and through the integration of communities in border management, as well as the stimulation of cross-border cooperation.

TASK TO BE PERFORMED

Manage the liaison between IOM staff and local authorities on matters pertaining to the simulation exercise;

Conduct table top exercises with the Bobo-Dioulasso regional and local authorities prior to the exercise;

Supervise and coordinate the redaction of a regional intervention plan by regional authorities prior to the exercise;

Assist in the supervision and coordination of the preparation and implementation of the exercise, including through missions in Bobo-Dioulasso region;

Submit regular technical progress reports in order to assist with monitoring and evaluation of the exercise;

Conduct security liaison operations in accordance with the objectives of the simulation exercise;

Together with the IOM security officer, ensure security during the exercise;

Attend team briefings on staff protection and security related issues for the simulation exercise;

Provide guidelines, instructions, and support to in accordance prior the simulation exercise;

Perform assessment of venues, collect information, conduct reconnaissance and liaise with all relevant security authorities when required;

Draft the final evaluation report of the exercise, including layout;

Perform any other tasks that may be assigned and ensure that all the requisite information are delivered on time.

TANGIBLE AND MEASURABLE OUTPUT OF THE WORK ASSIGNMENT

SIMEX is effectively conducted and report is delivered on time

TIMEFRAME AND DETAILS AS TO HOW THE WORK MUST BE DELIVERED:

Week 1-2 : Conduct one or two tabletop exercises with local authorities

Week 2-4 : Prepare and implement security measures during the exercise

Week 5-6 : Submit final evaluation report of the simulation exercise

PERFORMANCE INDICATORS FOR EVALUATION OF RESULTS

Satisfactory completion of tasks indicated in this ToR.

Initiative and planning for completion of the SIMEX exercise

Quality work.

Independency with minimum supervision

Timely delivery of the tasks and meeting the deadline

The Project Manager and the Security Officer will directly supervise the selected candidate and will closely evaluate the reports/tasks

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience:

• Advanced university degree (Master s degree or equivalent ) in Military/Security science OR a combination of qualifications / Technical experiences in military, gendarmerie or police procedures and practices

• Military/Police training experience is required

• Minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible security experience with a national or international security organization.

• Experience in developing clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies;

• Previous work as security liaison officer is an advantage.

• Experience in Physical Security and Security Project Management will be an asset

• High level of computer practice

• Fluency in French (spoken and written) is required English is desirable.

Experience and competencies:

• Ability to apply UN rules, regulations, policies and guidelines in work situations

• Ability to address a range of issues in the context of border management, public attitudes and local conditions;

• Ability to conceptualize, design and implement security strategies and information campaigns;

• Ability to identify priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required;

• Ability to monitor and adjust plans and actions as necessary

HOW TO APPLY- Interested candidates are invited to submit the following:

• A budget for the consultancy (including proposed daily rate, flights, incidentals, accommodation in field etc.)

• CV (include language fluency)

• Cover letter : Consultants should indicate their available start date

Please send to the following email addresses: bmeda@iom.inton or before 25.10.2019With the subject line***: CALL FOR APPLICATIONS FOR CONSULTANCY SERVICES -SECURITY***

All applications should include a functional e-mail address and mobile number

Please note that only applications sent by email will be accepted and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Closing date: 2019-11-30

Place of work:Myanmar: Sittwe with frequent trips to Yangon

Direct supervisor:Country Director

Starting date:January, 2020

Duration:12 months with possibility of extension

People in Need (PIN) is an international, non-profit organization providing humanitarian and development assistance around the world. In Myanmar, People in Need started to work in 2002, when it launched the financial assistance to civil society groups and independent media. After 2008, PIN provided humanitarian and relief aid to people affected by typhoon Nargis. Since 2012, PIN has been operating directly from Myanmar, our programs focusing primarily on supporting local civil society in remote areas, and humanitarian assistance. We are working in areas affected by armed conflicts in Rakhine State and in Kachin State providing humanitarian aid in the sectors of Nutrition, Education in Emergencies, Protection and WASH. In Kachin State, PIN also provides technical support for designing and implementation of the land reform process and works for ensuring the appropriate involvement of civil society organizations. Furthermore, our social cohesion program aims to promote tolerance and acceptance of diversity in different communities in Mon, Kayin and Rakhine States. We are currently expanding our operations into urban programming in Yangon.

Apart from Yangon, PIN has currently offices in Rakhine, Kachin and Kayin States. Majority of PIN funding in Myanmar comes from the Myanmar Humanitarian Fund (MHF), the EU, Czech and US Governments, UN and private donations.

Overview of the position:

The Area Manager for Rakhine State (AM) is responsible for the overall coordination of all the operations implemented directly and indirectly by People in Need in Rakhine State. The AM is responsible for representation and relations between PIN and its partners and donors, as well as for overall representation of PIN in relevant forums at the union and state level, including sectorial meetings.

Furthermore, he/she cooperates closely with the Head of Programmes (HoP) to ensure quality implementation of the projects and with the Country Director (CD) to identify potential partnerships and funding opportunities in priority sectors of the PIN Myanmar Country Programme related to Rakhine State.

Main Duties & Responsibilities:

Program Coordination

• Close and continuous cooperation with HoP to ensure quality programming
• Actively contributes to the development of new proposals
• Supervise the implementation of all operations implemented directly (via respective Project Managers) and indirectly (via respective local civil society implementation partners) in Rakhine State
• Supervise the monthly reporting and planning of all the programs (programmatic and financial)
• Supervise the movement planning and relevant approval from authorities
• Conduct supervision and monitoring trips to the field
• Facilitate contact and cooperation between the country office in Yangon and field staff (e.g. M&E trips, financial planning, etc.)
• Facilitate contact and cooperation between the Knowledge and Learning Department and field staff
• Support PIN programming in Paletwa, Chin State

Area management

• Closely follow-up the security situation and consult with CD, update security and safety protocols if necessary
• Ensure compliance of PIN with the local legal and administrative procedures
• Supervise the management of the sub-offices in Sittwe, Mrauk-U and Minbya in terms of finance, administration and logistics
• Supervise local procurement
• Supervise planning and spending of the office running costs
• Brief and train new international and local staff (short-term and long-term) coming to the Rakhine State
• Supervise HR, including continuous capacity building of the national staff

Partnerships & External relations

• Identify, approach, negotiate and secure long-term partnerships possibilities with national and international NGOs, UN agencies and donors in line with PIN s Country Program Strategy.
• Contribute to the development of the PIN s partnership strategy and programmatic direction, and help shape PIN s overall response to the protracted crisis in Rakhine State.
• Engage with key stakeholders (donors, INGOs) to strategically streamline and adapt PIN s proposal development processes for the Rakhine context
• Represent PIN in meetings with (prospective and current) partners to promote an accurate understanding of the PIN s role, work and impact. Be active and visible among the relevant donor circles.

Requirements:

• At least 3 years professional experience within a humanitarian and/or development organization;
• Proven experience in humanitarian assistance in complex emergencies;
• Strong grasp of all stages of programme cycle management and quality standards in humanitarian programming, including safeguarding and accountability mechanisms;
• Ability to work independently and demonstrate organizational and problem solving skills;
• Excellent communication skills, including fluent spoken and written English
• Proven ability to work in a diverse and multi-cultural team environment, with appropriate sensitivity to social and cultural norms;
• Experience of working in complex and volatile contexts would be an advantage.

PIN offers:

• Possibility to work in a well-established and locally recognized NGO
• Salary and benefits according to PIN s salary scale and HR policies
• Opportunities for learning, trainings and capacity development
• 25 days of paid leave annually
• Reimbursement of travel expenses with travel to the country of residence once per every 6 months of completed work
• Reimbursement of costs of visas and vaccinations; assistance with visa application procedure
• Free medical helpdesk and psychological consultation
• Travel health insurance
• Accommodation in PIN provided guest house

Are you interested in this position? Send us your CV and short cover letter via this email. Please note only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Interviews will be conducted on rolling basis and the vacancy will be closed when filled.

People in Need staff are expected to perform job duties and responsibilities in accordance with People in Need Code of conduct and key policies (available at:www.peopleinneed.cz/policies).