United States of America: Campaign Manager - #Showyourselfie Campaign

The Global Poverty Project and United Nations Population Fund's new global campaign, #Showyourselfie, is growing fast internationally. As such, we are looking for a talented, driven and passionate Campaign Manager to elevate the campaign to scale across 2015. The position is a consultancy for a period of ten months.

About #Showyourselfie:

Showyourselfie, a campaign by the United Nations Population Fund and Global Poverty Project, is a visual petition to ensure that the rights and needs of adolescents and youth (age 10 - 24) are strongly included in the Post-2015 Development Agenda.

The campaign is mobilizing young people around the world to submit their selfie as a personal signature and demonstrate visible support for youth. #Showyourselfie will present the largest ever visual handover to Member States at the UN General Assembly in September 2015 and call for bigger and better investment in young people's rights and needs at the national and global level.

Responsibilities

The Campaign Manager for #Showyourselfie will be responsible for driving a global partnership, marketing and social media driven campaign to ensure that the rights and needs of adolescents and youth are at the center of the Post-2015 development agenda. The campaign, launched in August 2014, on International Youth Day, aims to develop the largest ever visual petition to hand over to world leaders at the UN General Assembly in September 2015. The visual petition aims to ensure that governments will adequately invest in the rights and needs of young people. The Campaign Manager will be responsible for driving all elements of the campaign including high-level partner engagement, strategic activation, marketing and media.

This is a full-time 10-month position starting in January 2015 and ending in October 2015. The role will be based at the UNFPA headquarters in New York City, with 2 days being spent at the Global Poverty Project headquarters.

Responsibilities include:

Acting as key liaison between UNFPA and GPP staff as related to the campaignDriving marketing and media strategy – online and offlineSecuring and managing partners across sectorsPrivate sectorNGO/CSOEntertainment and musicAmplification partners – including in Global SouthInnovationCreative agenciesDigital

Additionally, the Campaign Manager will oversee:

Campaign websiteRelationships with media, digital and creative partnersBranding and design of campaigning materialsIssue campaign development on 6 key issuesDesignProductionRoll-outTimelinesSocial media – oversight and managementHigh-level support, event and creative management for photo handover at United Nations General Assembly in September 2015

The Campaign Manager will work with the Global Poverty Project team, a full time Campaign Associate for day-to-day activities and a team of five at UNFPA to provide guidance as related to engagement of UNFPA offices globally.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

5-7 years of relevant campaigning experienceStrong leadership and project management skills and experienceProven success in delivering a high-profile global cause-driven campaign across multiple platformsExperience and familiarity with current international development issuesSignificant past experience in relationship and coalition buildingUnderstanding of grassroots & high-level global campaigningExcellent written and verbal communication skillsOrganisational skills and a strong attention to detailProfessional and able to interact successfully and manage range of individualsComfortable defending ideas and thinking on your feetUnderstanding of international development & policy landscape, including UN politicsCreative thinking & entrepreneurial attitudeKnowledge of international media landscape (national and international)Solution-driven and ability to proactively spot and solve issues.Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.Friendly, flexible, confident and assertive personalitySense of humor

Desirable

Experience of working with a UN agencyUnderstanding of digital marketing and global youth market

Other:

Campaign Manager's time will be split between UNFPA's office (3 days per week)and GPP's office (2) days a weekApplications are accepted on a rolling basisReports to both GPP and UNFPAMust be able to make a 10 month commitment

Location

Details

Full time for a period of ten monthsSalary commensurate with experience

About the Global Poverty Project:

Our vision is a world without extreme poverty by 2030. The Global Poverty Project's mission is to grow the number and effectiveness of Global Citizens to achieve the public, business and political commitment and action to end extreme poverty by 2030. We campaign for government, business and consumer action that will create important systemic change for the world's extreme poor, and build a movement that engages and educates people, and supports them to take simple but effective individual actions for change.

About the United Nations Population Fund:

UNFPA, the United Nations Population Fund, is the lead UN agency for delivering a world where every pregnancy is wanted, every birth is safe, and every young person's potential is fulfilled. UNFPA expands the possibilities for women and young people to lead healthy and productive lives. We work in about 150 countries that are home to 80 per cent of the world's population. In these countries, the Fund is a catalyst for progress. Working with governments and through partnerships with other UN agencies, civil society and the private sector, we make a real difference in the lives of millions of people, especially those who are most vulnerable. www.unfpa.org

How to Apply:

Please send a CV and a cover letter tohr_us@globalpovertyproject.com.

Please use "Campaign Manager, #Showyourselfie" as the subject line.

Due to the high volume of applications, we can only contact shortlisted candidates.

United States of America: USPSC Disaster Operations Specialist (Multiple)

Request for Personal Service Contractor

United States Agency for International Development

Office of U.S. Foreign Disaster Assistance

Position Title: Disaster Operations Specialist (Multiple Positions)

Solicitation Number: SOL-OFDA-15-000006

Salary Level: GS-12 Equivalent: $75,621 - $98,305

Issuance Date: December 4, 2014

Closing Date: January 9, 2015

Closing Time: 5:00 P.M. EST

Dear Prospective Applicants:

The United States Government (USG), represented by the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) Office of U.S. Foreign Disaster Assistance (OFDA), is seeking applications from qualified U.S. citizens to provide personal services as a Disaster Operations Specialist (DOS) under a United States Personal Services Contract (USPSC), as described in the attached solicitation.

Submittals must be in accordance with the attached information at the place and time specified. Applicants interested in applying for this position MUST submit the following materials:

1.Complete resume. In order to fully evaluate your application, your resume must include:

(a) Paid and non-paid experience, job title, location(s), dates held (month/year), and hours worked per week for each position. Dates (month/year) and locations for all field experience must also be detailed.Any experience that does not include dates (month/year), locations, and hours per week will not be counted towards meeting the solicitation requirements.

(b) Specific duties performed that fully detail the level and complexity of the work.

(c) Names and contact information (phone/email) of your current and/or previous supervisor(s). Current and/or previous supervisors may be contacted for a reference.

(d) Education and any other qualifications including job-related training courses, job-related skills, or job-related honors, awards or accomplishments.

(e) U.S. Citizenship

Your resume should contain sufficient information to make a valid determination that you fully meet the experience requirements as stated in this solicitation. This information should be clearly identified in your resume. Failure to provide information sufficient to determine your qualifications for the position will result in loss of full consideration.

2.Supplemental document specifically addressing the Quality Ranking Factors (QRFs) shown in the solicitation.

Additional documents submitted will not be accepted.Incomplete or late applications will not be considered. OFDA reserves the right to select additional candidates if vacancies become available during future phases of the selection process.

Applicants can expect to receive a confirmation email when application materials have been received. Applicants should retain for their records copies of all enclosures which accompany their applications. Your complete resume and the supplemental document addressing the QRFs must be mailed, delivered or emailed to:

OFDA Recruitment Team

529 14th Street, NW, Suite 700

Washington, DC 20045

E-Mail Address: recruiter@ofda.gov

Telephone Number: (202) 661-9300

Website: www.OFDAjobs.net

Any questions on this solicitation may be directed to OFDA Recruitment Team via the information provided above.

Sincerely,

Renee Reed

Contracting Officer

APPLYING:

Applications must be received by the closing date and time at the address specified in the cover letter.

Qualified individuals are required to submit:

1.Complete resume. In order to fully evaluate your application, your resume must include:

(a) Paid and non-paid experience, job title, location(s), dates held (month/year), and hours worked per week for each position. Dates (month/year) and locations for all field experience must also be detailed. Any experience that does not include dates (month/year), locations, and hours per week will not be counted towards meeting the solicitation requirements.

(b) Specific duties performed that fully detail the level and complexity of the work.

(c) Names and contact information (phone/email) of your current and/or previous supervisor(s). Current and/or previous supervisors may be contacted for a reference.

(d) Education and any other qualifications including job-related training courses, job-related skills, or job-related honors, awards or accomplishments.

(e) U.S. Citizenship

Your resume should contain sufficient information to make a valid determination that you fully meet the experience requirements as stated in this solicitation. This information should be clearly identified in your resume. Failure to provide information sufficient to determine your qualifications for the position will result in loss of full consideration.

2.Supplemental document specifically addressing the QRFs shown in the solicitation.

Additional documents submitted will not be accepted.

By submitting your application materials, you certify that all of the information on and attached to the application is true, correct, complete, and made in good faith. You agree to allow all information on and attached to the application to be investigated. False or fraudulent information on or attached to your application may result in you being eliminated from consideration for this position, or being terminated after award, and may be punishable by fine or imprisonment.

To ensure consideration of applications for the intended position, please reference the solicitation number on your application, and as the subject line in any email.

DOCUMENT SUBMITTALS

Via mail: 529 14th Street, NW, Suite 700, Washington, DC 20045

Via email: recruiter@ofda.gov

United States of America: Temporary Eurasia Program Officer

Temporary Eurasia Program Officer | ReliefWeb Skip to main content Labs Blog Mobile About Us Help Login / Register HomeUpdatesCountriesDisastersTopicsOrganizationsJobsTraining Print14 Jan 2015Temporary Eurasia Program OfficerJob—Closing date: 14 Apr 2015

Freedom House promotes the spread of freedom and democracy around the world through research, advocacy, and programs that support frontline activists. We are a leader in identifying threats to freedom through our highly regarded analytic reports, including Freedom in the World, Freedom of the Press, Freedom on the Net, and Nations in Transit. With 13 field offices and two U.S. offices, we support the right of every individual to be free.

Position Summary

The Emergency Assistance Program provides individual human rights defenders and civil society organizations with small grants for medical, legal, humanitarian and other emergencies. Under the direction of the Program Director (PD), the Program Officer will provide programmatic support to the Fund on cases from Eurasia, including finance, logistical, administrative, research, writing and data analysis assistance. This position is based in Washington, DC and reports to the Director for Emergency Assistance Program.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in political science, international relations, human rights, law, or related field, Master’s degree preferredMinimum 4 – 6 years of experience in program management including reporting ability and knowledge of funder account requirementStrong ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writingAbility to communicate fluently in Russian required, fluency in at least one other regional language also preferredStrong appreciation of and demonstrated experience in human rights defense workDemonstrated experience with managing and creating budgetsStrong knowledge of human rights principles and mechanisms, and democracy promotionAcademic and/or field experience, specifically in/on, Russia and the wider Eurasia regionStrong ability to plan, organize, prioritize work, and multi-task to meet tight deadlinesAbility to apply superb attention to detail and consistently produce timely and error-free workAbility to learn database and other software, e.g. Martus, and observe security proceduresAbility to coordinate travel logistics, meetings, and events

Some Duties and Responsibilities

Contribute to the preparation of reports, proposals, grants, press releases, and budgets as requiredLiaise with State/DRL on vetting of cases and respond to queries from DRLReview and develop applications to the Fund under the supervision of the PD, which includes evaluating applications, working with referring organizations or individuals, finding sources of information on the case and country involved, entering cases into database, providing translation if necessary, and maintaining information on cases, with a focus on those from IranMonitor impact of grants and maintain database for his/her own cases/others as assignedAssist with developing and maintaining in-country and regional networks of human rights defenders, civil society organizations, experts, and regional partnersOrganize and facilitate meetings with relevant Freedom House regional teamArrange team meetings and travel, prepare weekly reports, map updates and staff briefing summariesOther related duties as assigned.How to apply:

Qualified and Interested Applicants

We invite qualified candidates to complete an online application and submit a resume and cover letter with salary history and desired salary(only candidates who send salary requirements will be considered for the position) to:

http://ch.tbe.taleo.net/CH10/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=FREEHOUS&cw...

Only candidates who have been selected for an interview will be contacted.

Only candidates authorized to work in the U.S. without any restrictions need apply.

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United States of America: Academic Specialist--Sociology, Youth, and/or Dev.

Consultant being recruited for is:
• Academic Specialist in Sociology, Youth and/or Development
Project: Youth and Democracy, Human Rights and Governance (DRG) Research and Learning Project
Background
USAID released its first Agency-wide Youth in Development (YID) Policy in November 2012, and since then has been focused on policy implementation. One key component of policy implementation involves assessing existing knowledge and research related to youth programming, identifying any potential gaps in the evidence, and filling those gaps to equip field officers to effectively design, implement, and evaluate evidence-based youth programming.

Project Overview
Counterpart International is implementing the Youth and DRG Research and Learning Project as a part of the Global Civil Society Strengthening (GCSS) Leader with Associates (LWA) Program which provides technical and thought leadership on civil society issues, facilitates creative new programming ideas, and assists in knowledge management that feeds content into the broader USAID civil society strategic framework. The goal of the project is to enhance the effectiveness of DRG programming which includes the areas of Leadership, Organizations, Civic Education, and Voice and Civic Engagement and has a specific focus on youth by strengthening the knowledge and skills of the USAID field officers and other staff in the design, management, and creation of evidence-based evaluation of youth programming. The project has the following core objectives:
Objective 1: Identification of current evidence of what works or doesn’t work in Youth and DRG programming as well as a prioritization of critical knowledge gaps that need to be addressed through the DRG Center’s Youth and DRG Learning Agenda.
Objective 2: Creation of technical guidance and analytical tools to assist USAID field officers in designing, managing, and implementing evidence-based youth programming and in integrating youth development principles and approaches into general DRG programs.
To achieve these two objectives, Counterpart International is seeking a Research Team of three consultants consisting of a an Evaluation Expert, an Academic Specialist with expertise in public policy, democracy and/or governance, and an Academic Specialist with expertise in youth, sociology and/or development. This team will be supported by a Team Leader and Project Assistant from Counterpart International. Over a seven month period, this coordinated group of specialists will collaboratively produce the materials outlined in the diagram below. The implementation process illustrated below requires close coordination to identify existing documented methodologies and tools that lend themselves to effective program design, management and evaluation of evidence-based youth programming. The majority of the work detailed below in the individual scopes of work would take place between December 2014 and March 2015.

Sequencing of Project Activities
Scope of Work: Academic Specialist in Sociology, Youth and/or Development
The role of the Academic Specialists shown in Activity 1 and 2 is to carry out an extensive literature review of existing academic research and thought in the fields of sociology, youth, public policy, governance, anthropology and/or development studies. The purpose is to examine current theory and research in the four focus areas of Leadership, Organizations, Civic Education, and Voice/Engagement to supplement the findings in the Youth and DRG Programming and Program Evaluation Assessment Report. It is envisioned that the Academic Research Review will allow for the latest academic thought to constructively inform USAID’s youth and DRG programming. The results of the academic research review will be captured in a report. The findings of the report will be vetted with peers and DRG practitioners for feedback during an Academic Review Session.
Tasks
• Conduct an Academic Research Review to examine current theory and the balance of credible evidence pertaining to youth Leadership, Organizations, Civic Education, and Voice/Engagement to supplement the findings in the Youth and DRG Programming and Program Evaluation Assessment Report;
• It is envisioned that the Academic Research Review will allow for the latest academic thought to constructively inform USAID’s youth and DRG programming. The academic specialist(s) will specify the criteria according to which evidence is included or excluded from consideration. Generate a draft Academic Review Report that summarizes theoretical and empirical extant research on the four focus areas listed above that may be relevant to youth and DRG planning;
• Work with the Research Team to synthesize these two base reports into a brief Summary of Findings matrix;
• Identify peer academics to suggest supplemental sources - both qualitative or quantitative - to supplement the report; conduct interviews with relevant subject matter experts as needed;
• In collaboration with the Research Team Lead, participate in and co-lead sessions at the Academic Review Session attended by peer academics and select practitioners;
• Participate in the Technical Guidance Review Session which will serve as the mechanism to gather feedback on the Technical Guidance and Toolkit for Youth and DRG.
Deliverables
• Academic Review Report that summarizes theoretical and empirical extant research on the four focus areas (including but not limited to research methodology, sources, categorization of findings per four key areas, gaps in knowledge, recommendations);
• The list of academic peer participants in the workshop/review;
• Attendance at the Technical Guidance Review Session;
• If applicable, the organization of the workshop/review session at a hosting university.

Requirements:
• PhD in relevant field;
• 10 years experience working in relevant field (inclusive of doctoral study);
• Recent experience working on research team that required collaboration with other team members to produce deliverables;
• Knowledge of USAID and/ or international development a plus.
Submit resume, references, and list of publications and research projects

United States of America: Evaluation Expert--Consultant

Project: Youth and Democracy, Human Rights and Governance (DRG) Research and Learning Project

Background
USAID released its first Agency-wide Youth in Development (YID) Policy in November 2012, and since then has been focused on policy implementation. One key component of policy implementation involves assessing existing knowledge and research related to youth programming, identifying any potential gaps in the evidence, and filling those gaps to equip field officers to effectively design, implement, and evaluate evidence-based youth programming.

Project Overview
Counterpart International is implementing the Youth and DRG Research and Learning Project as a part of the Global Civil Society Strengthening (GCSS) Leader with Associates (LWA) Program which provides technical and thought leadership on civil society issues, facilitates creative new programming ideas, and assists in knowledge management that feeds content into the broader USAID civil society strategic framework. The goal of the project is to enhance the effectiveness of DRG programming which includes the areas of Leadership, Organizations, Civic Education, and Voice and Civic Engagement and has a specific focus on youth by strengthening the knowledge and skills of the USAID field officers and other staff in the design, management, and creation of evidence-based evaluation of youth programming. The project has the following core objectives:
Objective 1: Identification of current evidence of what works or doesn’t work in Youth and DRG programming as well as a prioritization of critical knowledge gaps that need to be addressed through the DRG Center’s Youth and DRG Learning Agenda.
Objective 2: Creation of technical guidance and analytical tools to assist USAID field officers in designing, managing, and implementing evidence-based youth programming and in integrating youth development principles and approaches into general DRG programs.
To achieve these two objectives, Counterpart International is seeking a Research Team of three consultants consisting of a an Evaluation Expert, an Academic Specialist with expertise in public policy, democracy and/or governance, and an Academic Specialist with expertise in youth, sociology and/or development. This team will be supported by a Team Leader and Project Assistant from Counterpart International. Over a seven month period, this coordinated group of specialists will collaboratively produce the materials outlined in the diagram below. The implementation process illustrated below requires close coordination to identify existing documented methodologies and tools that lend themselves to effective program design, management and evaluation of evidence-based youth programming. The majority of the work detailed below in the individual scopes of work would take place between December 2014 and March 2015.
Sequencing of Project Activities

Scope of Work 1: Evaluation Expert
The role of the Evaluation Expert in Activity 1 above is to identify and analyze youth and DRG related program evaluations to determine if the evaluations meet the necessary rigor to be considered “evidence-based.” The Evaluation Expert will also provide recommendations of how the program activities and evaluation findings may contribute to Youth and DRG programming. The results of the Evaluation Experts tasks in Activity 1 will help inform the Academic Review in Activity 2.
Tasks:
• Develop in collaboration with the Team Leader a definition of “evidence-based” evaluation and establish the criteria (e.g. sampling frame; research design; causal identification strategy; threats to and tradeoffs between internal/external validity; etc.) to determine whether a given evaluation meets that definition;
• Conduct a thorough review of the Assessment of Youth Programming Across DRF Sectors report (a desk review exercise conducted by a team of graduate students as a preliminary research effort under this topic) to determine the report's quality in terms of breadth, depth, and methodological rigor;
• Provide recommendations for how and whether to incorporate the Assessment report findings into the project’s research process and findings;
• Define the role that qualitative data findings play in the overall research effort (e.g. for descriptive inference; to unveil complex interactive causes; etc.), and whether those meet satisfactory academic standards of methodological rigor to be included in the effort to identify good youth and DRG practices;
• Conduct further desk review of relevant evaluations, as needed, by applying a rigorous methodology;
• Categorize the literature/evidence under the four research areas: Leadership, Organizations, Civic Education, and Voice and Civic Engagement. Develop a program matrix that aligns with these broader research areas;
• Identify and engage relevant subject matter experts (SMEs) in line of DRG programming areas of Leadership, Organizations, Civic Education, and Voice and Civic Engagement to help suggest additional evaluations - qualitative or quantitative - to supplement the Assessment report; conduct interviews with relevant subject matter experts as needed. This should include but not be limited to work conducted by the Alliance for International Youth Development (AIYD) and the United Nations Development Program (UNDP).
Deliverables:
• Youth and DRG Programming and Program Evaluation Assessment Report (including but not limited to research methodology, analysis criteria of evaluations selected and assessed, sources, categorization of all evaluations reviewed, gaps in knowledge, findings, recommendations), including;
• Summary of the review of Assessment of Youth Programming Across DRF Sectors;
• Individual interview summaries;
• Cross-analysis of all interviews;
• List of additional relevant evaluations to incorporate and supplement this effort;
• Contributions to Summary Report.

Requirements:
• PhD in relevant field;
• 10 years’ experience designing and conducting quantitative and qualitative evaluations;
• Experience designing and conducting meta-analyses and/or critical appraisals of evaluations in relevant field;
• Recent experience working on research team that required collaboration with other team members to produce deliverables;
• Knowledge of USAID and/ or international development a plus.
Submit resume, references, list of evaluation work, and list of publications

United States of America: Technical Advisor, Civil Society Programs

Technical Advisor, Civil Society Programs | ReliefWeb Skip to main content Labs Blog Mobile About Us Help Login / Register HomeUpdatesCountriesDisastersTopicsOrganizationsJobsTraining Print04 Dec 2014Technical Advisor, Civil Society ProgramsJobfromFHI 360—Closing date: 03 Jan 2015

FHI 360 is a nonprofit human development organization dedicated to improving lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally driven solutions. Our staff includes experts in Health, Education, Nutrition, Environment, Economic Development, Civil Society, Gender, Youth, Research and Technology; creating a unique mix of capabilities to address today's interrelated development challenges. FHI 360 serves more than 60 countries, all 50 U.S. states and all U.S. territories. We are currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of: Technical Advisor, Civil Society Programs in Washington DC.

Project Description:

FHI 360’s Civil Society and Peacebuilding Department (CSPD) strengthens the leadership, capacity, and credibility of national and community-based organizations and helps increase the transparency of government agencies at all levels. Our civil society programs enable citizens to solve their own problems and influence policy. Our peacebuilding experts use a variety of locally-owned, effective, and sustainable tools to bridge differences and bring peace to divided communities.

CSPD seeks a Technical Advisor to design and oversee solutions and strategies for CSPD’s civil society portfolio and programs. The Technical Advisor will report to senior Department management and will be responsible for ensuring technical excellence in CSPD programs, providing technical oversight and leadership of business development efforts, monitoring trends and acting as a thought leader in his or her sector, and building relationships with clients, partners, and stakeholders in his or her technical field. The Technical Advisor will lead and support program development, advise on technical approaches, and oversee programs in our civil society strengthening portfolio. The position is based in our Washington DC office.

Job Summary / Responsibilities:

The Technical Advisor provides technical and scientific leadership to those designing, and implementing technical strategies, programs or tools in specific technical areas. Provides technical advice based upon expertise and knowledge of evidence- based methods and strategies, current practice, and established operational and research standards to ensure quality and rigorous design. Builds capacity in country-level, regional or global program staff. Assesses current technical, scientific, managerial and operational efficiencies at the program, regional, or global levels as appropriate. Provides guidance to ensure that program implementation adheres to appropriate technical standards and guidelines and that programs are technically sound. May evaluate proposal design and protocol development to en sure design is sound and based upon evidence- based practice. Provides global scientific leadership by staying current of evolving technical standards, guidelines, and program developments in area of expertise. Responsible for sharing best practices in their field of expertise and contribute to the knowledge base through participation in scientific forums and technical networks. Shares new knowledge/evidence and best practices through collaboration with relevant departments and personnel. May be required to coordinate and work with a diverse group of organizations, such as; the Ministry of Health and Social Welfare (MOHSW), district health staff, several international and national development partner organizations, and the USAID mission in order to complete work.

Provide technical leadership in civil society strategy and programs for CSPD.Provide technical leadership in program design, development, planning, implementation, and capacity-building.Maintain a constructive dialogue and technical exchange with counterparts and technical staff of implementing partners.Develop tools for the design and implementation of technical strategies and program components.Ensure that project implementation adheres to the appropriate global strategy and remains technically sound.Influence design and scope of technical initiatives and programs.Review, analyze and evaluate the effectiveness of programs/projects and make recommendations for enhancements.Represent the organization to external entities at professional meetings and conferences.Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with donor/client organizations, relevant government agencies, bilateral and other NGOs

Accountabilities:

With technical oversight, provide technical leadership in design, development, planning, implementation; and capacity- building of specific technical components of programs.Participate in resource development activities.Responsible for accomplishing assigned job responsibilities, and following the standards and practices of the department and division.Responsible for planning and scheduling own work flow and timetables, within area and function guidelines.Identifies areas for improved efficiency or effectiveness within prescribed parameters, and institutes enhancements to procedures.Maintains a constructive dialogue and technical exchange with field counterparts and technical staff of implementing partners.Develops and maintains collaborative relationships with donor/client organizations, relevant government agencies, bilateral and other NGOs.Develops tools for the design and implementation of specific technical components.Ensures that project implementation adheres to the appropriate global strategy and remains technically sound.May serve as a departmental resource on procedural, administrative and operational issues.Provides broad global technical leadership to multiple components for moderate to complex programs. Defines and develops solutions for major business or functional challenges.Contributes to planning and making recommendations for department/program/project concept, operations, and/or implementation.Influences design and scope of initiatives and programs.Reviews, analyzes and evaluates the effectiveness of programs/projects and makes recommendations for enhancements.Develops strategies and tools for the design and implementation of specific technical components.Ensures the quality of implemented technical activities and systems at all levels.Represents the organization and/or Institute to external entities at professional meetings and conferences.Maintains collaborative relationships with donor/client organizations, relevant government agencies, bilateral and other NGOs and consistently maintained and viewed as a knowledgeable resource in their technical area.Continually maintains a dialogue and technical exchange with field counterparts and technical staff of implementing partners.Coordinates with employees and consultants, on-site and in the field for situations that is less routine and more unusual.

Applied Knowledge & Skills:

In-depth functional knowledge in area of specialization and detailed knowledge of related areas in the organization.General understanding of the external environment and how it affects the industry in general and FHI in particular, including political, legal, environmental, financial and social influences.General understanding of organization’s structure, policies and practices, and the impact on own area.Strong diagnostic, analytical and problem solving skills.Ability to exchange information, present recommendations and collaborate with colleagues and peers within the organization and possibly externally.Ability to influence others of the benefits/importance of an idea or plan of action and to gain their support or commitment.Strong negotiation skills and ability to reach mutual points of agreement and benefit among peers and colleagues

Supervision Given/Received:

May supervise junior level staff members.Work is reviewed in terms of meeting the organization’s objectives and schedules.Accomplishes results through managers or senior members of team.Manages a technical area staff and function area within the organization.Plays a coaching and mentoring role for others; may assist in team management as necessary, although has no formal people management responsibility.

Technology to be Used: Personal Computer, Microsoft Office (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.), e-mail, telephone, printer, calculator, copier, cell phones, PDAs and other hand held devices.
Travel Requirements: 10%-25%
Typical Physical Demands: Typical office environment. Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time; ability to lift 5-50 lbs.

Qualifications:

Master’s degree or its international equivalent in international development, international affairs, or related field.At least ten years of program design and management experience in civil society strengthening.Comprehensive knowledge of concepts, practices, and procedures in international development program managementDemonstrated technical expertise and thought leadership in civil society strengthening.Advanced experience with business development and proposal writing.Excellent oral and written communication skills.Excellent and demonstrated organizational and problem solving skills.Excellent and demonstrated project management and technical skills.Ability to influence, motivate, negotiate, and work well with others.Articulate, professional and able to communicate in a clear, positive manner with clients and staff.Experience with USAID programs preferred.Must be able to read, write and speak fluent English.

This job description summarizes the main duties of the job. It neither prescribes nor restricts the exact tasks that may be assigned to carry out these duties. This document should not be construed in any way to represent a contract of employment. Management reserves the right to review and revise this document at any time.

We offer competitive compensation and an outstanding benefit package. Please visit FHI 360’s Career Center at http://www.fhi360.org/careers for a list of all open positions.
FHI 360 is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. FHI 360 is committed to providing equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, age, disability or status as a veteran with respect to policies, programs, or activities.

How to apply:

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