May 31, 2012

Lecturer / Senior Lecturer in Forest Policy & Management

Lecturer / Senior Lecturer in Forest Policy & Management Fenner School of Environment & Society The Australian National University, Canberra A fixed-term position (3 years) is available for a dynamic, motivated individual wanting to work in a leading interdisciplinary School with strong programs in forest science, policy and management. The successful candidate will have an established record in research, the capacity to contribute to innovative teaching programs in a collaborative environment, and a commitment to research training at undergraduate and PhD levels. A PhD and demonstrable capacities relevant to forest science, policy and management is required, and candidates who can work across disciplines and between pure and applied contexts are particularly suitable. Experience in the Asia-Pacific region would be advantageous. Flexible appointment or secondment arrangements may be considered. Further information: http://jobs.anu.edu.au/PositionDetail.aspx?p=2716 Closing date: 24 June 2012 ___________________________________________________________________________________

Project Officer, The Spanish Red Cross Indonesia Delegation

The Spanish Red Cross Indonesia Delegation is looking for candidates for the Post as: Position Title: Project Officer Duty Station: Palangka Raya (Kapuas) – Central Kalimantan Reports to: Program Manager – Spanish Red Cross Jakarta office Responsible for: Correct implementation of project specifically in assisting PMI Chapter and Branch performance Project Title: Community Based Health and First Aid (CBHFA) through Organizational Development and Capacity Building (ODCB) in Central Kalimantan province. Project Length: Until November 2013.

May 30, 2012

BERAU PROGRAM SENIOR MANAGER

The Nature Conservancy is searching qualified candidate to fill position of: BERAU PROGRAM SENIOR MANAGER The Berau Program Senior Manager functions as the manager and administrator of all TNC activities in Berau ensuring the synergy among various on-going programs in Berau, including work in various thematic programs and sites. S/he engages key non-governmental stakeholders, especially, local communities, private sector, and donor agencies to support the design and implementation of BFCP. S/he works closely with and coordinates with a wide variety of TNC staff, consultants, NGO partners, and private companies in support of TNC conservation goals and results. S/he is an expert in natural forest management with strong experience working with the government, private sector and local communities with hands-on conservation. S/he has proven experience in thinking outside the box to develop creative solutions to complex natural resource management challenges and is able to motivate and lead a broadly disbursed team of people. S/he serves as the principle contact to donor agencies, other conservation organizations, foundations and the academic community within his/her Conservation function with regards to Berau program. S/he may play a leading role in donor identification, cultivation and stewardship for the program. This may include one or more of the following functions: - Establishes the Conservancy as a major conservation partner within the area of responsibility - Defines conservation priorities in the area of responsibility - Leads and manages team which supports and improves conservation efforts - Builds scientific, and technical capacity in the field - Develops key partnerships with non-governmental and private organizations in order to identify and resolve technical issues and to widely communicate solutions and best practices - Engages local community support for local conservation efforts - Develops and implements conservation strategies Requirements: • BA/BS degree and minimum 10 years’ experience in conservation practice or equivalent combination of education and experience • Demonstrated experience in implementing conservation plans at the district, province, and/or country level • Knowledge of current trends and practices in conservation, climate change policy, REDD+ and other related areas of work in Indonesia • Knowledge of methods and standards of biodiversity information systems and initiatives and experience conceiving and implementing strategic initiatives. • Motivating team members, setting goals and leading efforts • Delivering practical, adaptable products and services to stakeholders • Knowledge of politics and society with respect to environmental affairs • Managing time and diverse activities under deadlines while delivering quality results • Communicating clearly via written, spoken, and graphical means in English and other relevant languages • Successful experience in developing, directing and managing multiple projects • Demonstrated success as a manager who has successfully motivated staff to achieve and sustain excellence • Demonstrated leadership qualities and able to work effectively with and through others in a decentralized and geographically dispersed organization • Successful experience in partnership development (donors, NGO partners, community, etc) including extensive networking with high-level conservation contacts; political savvy • Proven interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills. This position will be based in Berau Field Office (East Kalimantan). Please send your CV and application form to recruitment.indo@tnc.org, not later than June 20th, 2012. Please insert subject: Berau Program Senior Manager in your email.

SENIOR MONITORING AND EVALUATION ADVISOR, PUBLIC HEALTH INSTITUTE, USA

SENIOR MONITORING AND EVALUATION ADVISOR, PUBLIC HEALTH INSTITUTE, USA Organisation: Public Health Institute / Office of Health Systems, Bureau for Global Health, United States Agency for International Development Position: Technical Advisor III: Senior Monitoring and Evaluation Advisor Location: Washington, DC, USA Assignment: Two year fellowship Reference: GHFP II-P1-046 The Global Health Fellows Program (GHFP-II) is a five year cooperative agreement implemented and managed by the Public Health Institute in partnership with CDC Development Solutions and Management Systems International. GHFP-II is supported by the US Agency for International Development (USAID). GHFP-II’s goal is to improve the effectiveness of USAID health programs by developing and increasing the capacity of health professionals with tailored development opportunities. This is accomplished through the recruitment, placement and support of diverse health professionals at the junior, mid and senior levels, and performance management and professional development activities aimed to enhance the technical and leadership skills of fellows. BACKGROUND: The Health Systems Office (HSO) leads a network of Health Systems Strengthening (HSS) colleagues throughout the Bureau for Global Health (GH) in the development and implementation of USAID’s agenda and strategy to promote effective, sustainable, country-owned health systems capable of promoting health, preventing disease, advancing reproductive, maternal, neonatal and child health and nutrition; combating infectious diseases including HIV/AIDS, malaria, tuberculosis and neglected tropical diseases; and addressing emerging public health priorities. The HSO leads the Agency’s health systems research efforts including development of a research portfolio and of metrics and tools for measuring health systems improvements. It tracks and aligns USAID resources, funds and programs for HSS to this agenda. The HSO also works to build partnerships and synergies to support this agenda and strategy, including with other US Government (USG) agencies, host country governments, donors, the private sector, and civil society. The HSO is USAID’s hub for generating, capturing and sharing state-of-the-art knowledge on the factors that contribute to strengthening health systems, including: experiential knowledge, complex systems thinking, service delivery, community engagement and outreach, governance, finance, human resources, as well as medical products, vaccines, and related technologies such as information systems (including application of information and communications technology), and public-private partnerships. The HSO works with other offices in GH and with USAID missions, regional bureaus and partners to advance HSS knowledge and innovations and to promote country uptake. The HSO serves as the hub of USAID’s talent management in HSS. It works to grow and nurture technical expertise and intellectual capital in HSS within the Agency to build a cadre of USAID HSS specialists. The HSO ensures basic HSS knowledge among all health officers and among health systems practitioners and health-related institutions in developing countries. The HSO develops and facilitates recruitment, training, professional development, staff rotations and exchanges, and networking opportunities. INTRODUCTION: Within the HSO, the role of the Senior Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Advisor (the Advisor) is critical to the success of the Office. The Advisor coordinates and positions USAID efforts to fulfill the United States Government Global Health Initiative (GHI) core principles of “build sustainability through health systems strengthening” and “improve metrics, monitoring and evaluation.” S/he has the unique and exciting challenge of leading Agency HSS stakeholders to identify expected HSS results, create efficient and cost-effective approaches to track progress in achieving HSS results, design and implement robust HSS evaluation studies, and ensure that information feeds back into Agency HSS implementation and builds knowledge across the Agency and development partners. The questions that the Advisor addresses include fundamental issues such as how HSS supports achievement of GHI health targets and how the HSO will know if/when it is successful. The Advisor is the M&E expert within the HSO, providing leadership and expertise on all aspects of Agency HSS M&E policies and practices. The Advisor leads the development of the HSO M&E framework and operational plan, including identification (or development, where needed) of indicators, targets, and methodologies for measuring, monitoring, and evaluating the implementation of the HSO strategy and its contributions to the achievement of Agency and GHI health targets. S/he provides to GH, regional bureaus, missions, and country partners direct technical support for the design and implementation of HSS M&E plans and activities. The Advisor reviews and analyzes HSS M&E data and findings, conclusions, and recommendations; helps ensure their dissemination; and advises GH, regional bureaus, missions, and country partners on application of HSS M&E lessons learned and recommendations. In coordination with other HSO and GH staff, the Advisor contributes to the development of the HSO research agenda and provides leadership in the analysis and use of research results and findings. The Advisor provides these efforts in a participatory and inclusive manner. In carrying out these responsibilities, s/he establishes, nurtures, and maintains strong working relationships with a wide range of players with varied perspectives. These players include, but are not limited to, other members of the HSO and the broader network of USAID HSS colleagues in GH, regional bureaus, and missions; M&E staff within GH, regional bureaus, missions, and USAID’s Bureau for Policy, Planning and Learning; headquarters staff of other USG agencies involved in HSS and M&E; HSS and M&E staff within other donor organizations; and HSS and M&E thought leaders in the health and development communities. ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The primary responsibilities of the Senior Monitoring and Evaluation Advisor include: ■Develop M&E framework and operational plan for the HSO strategy, including roles and responsibilities; monitoring indicators and targets; data sources; measurement and reporting methods; evaluation topics and methodologies; and use of monitoring and evaluation data and findings for increased efficiency and effectiveness ■Support USAID and interagency processes to develop metrics and field guidance for the GHI HSS principle ■Lead USAID’s engagement in global efforts to agree and implement ways to monitor and evaluate HSS approaches to foster sustained health impact ■Track and analyze HSS M&E data from the work of the HSO, missions and country partners, key international actors including The World Health Organization, the World Bank, global partnerships, other bilaterals, and the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development, and use the information to advise USAID on HSS policy and program development; to improve HSO performance and impact; and to advise country partners and missions on best practices and innovations in HSS ■Provide expert input into the design and analysis phases of the HSO research portfolio ■Advise the Agency on design and implementation of HSS evaluation studies, and develop HSS evaluation protocols ■Provide expert technical support to USAID missions in the development of HSS M&E plans, activities, and protocols ■Support missions and partner countries to pilot test HSS M&E tools and methodologies and to adopt innovative and effective M&E approaches for HSS ■Advise on and strengthen M&E methodologies and deliverables within HSO and GH activity scopes of work ■Manage relevant HSS M&E programs/activities within HSO procurement mechanisms ■Establish fora and mechanisms for Agency-wide information sharing, participation, and feedback on HSS M&E issues ■Lead and implement knowledge management/sharing processes for broad dissemination of HSS evaluation findings, conclusions, recommendations, and best practices ■Present Agency HSS M&E efforts in USG interagency fora and in international fora Other tasks or responsibilities may be assigned based on (a) organizational and programming need and/or (b) the Technical Advisor’s own interests. REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND EXPERIENCE: ■Master’s degree in public health or related field ■Minimum ten years’ experience in health sector/systems monitoring and evaluation, with at least three to five years’ experience in an international or resource-challenged setting ■Demonstrated leadership in the development and implementation of an M&E strategy and/or implementation plan for an effort of similar magnitude ■High degree of judgment, maturity, ingenuity and originality to interpret strategy, to analyze, develop and present work results, and to monitor and evaluate implementation of programs ■Demonstrated ability to develop and conduct robust assessments and evaluations ■Ability to provide advice, guidance, and consultation to high level officials on the interpretation and application of monitoring and evaluation data and findings ■Demonstrated knowledge of information and communications technology and its application to performance monitoring and evaluation ■Demonstrated familiarity with technical and developing country content in Agency HSS areas of focus ■Demonstrated flexibility and openness in responding to changing work priorities and environment ■Excellent analytical, written and oral communication skills ■Ability to work with diverse teams and cross-culturally ■Ability to travel internationally (up to 25% time) ■Knowledge of USAID policies, procedures, and reporting requirements highly desired ■Proficiency in a second language highly desirable ■US Citizenship or US Permanent Residency required SALARY AND BENEFITS: Salary based on commensurate experience and earnings history. The Public Health Institute offers a comprehensive benefits package including professional development programs http://www.ghfp.net/docs/2012_Benefits_Booklet_GHFP.pdf TO APPLY: All applicants are required to apply for this position through GHFP-II’s online recruitment system at https://www.ghfp.net/recruitment/, which allows you to store your CV, profile and bio data form in our database. A separate cover letter describing your qualifications and experience, interest and familiarity with issues relating to this position, and how this position relates to your career goals is required for each application. All applications must be submitted by 5:00 pm Eastern Time on June 18, 2012.

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER, CENTRE FOR INFECTIOUS DISEASE RESEARCH, Zambia

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER, CENTRE FOR INFECTIOUS DISEASE RESEARCH, Zambia Organisation: Centre for Infectious Disease Research in Zambia (CIDRZ) Position: Chief Executive Officer Location: Lusaka, Zambia Starting date: This position remains open until filled Reference: CIDRZ-CEO-Zambia The Centre for Infectious Disease Research in Zambia (CIDRZ) seeks a chief executive to lead it into the next era of public health innovation in Zambia. CIDRZ is a Zambian non-profit company with substantial U.S. government and private foundation funding, and ties to several international academic institutions, including the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (USA). It currently has 550 employees and an annual budget of $28 million. About CIDRZ: Internationally acknowledged as a leader in HIV/AIDS treatment and prevention, maternal-child health, and cervical cancer, malaria and tuberculosis control, CIDRZ has from its outset been firmly rooted in supporting public and community health care and developing a world-renown centre for biomedical research and epidemiology. As a key NGO partner to the Zambian government, CIDRZ focuses on improving public health in the areas of HIV/AIDS and other infectious diseases, women’s health, and child health. As a learning organization, CIDRZ seeks to improve population health impact and effectiveness by integrating research, service, and training activities. CIDRZ has dozens of active research studies and service projects at any given time, and operates one of the region’s largest and most sophisticated biomedical laboratories. Candidates can learn more about the work of CIDRZ at www.CIDRZ.org (but please note this site is being updated to reflect the growing nature of the organisation). The Chief Executive Officer The successful candidate will exhibit exceptional capability in the areas of leadership and strategy, scientific inquiry, fundraising, and management. S/he will be a progressive and independent thinker, familiar with the organizational cultures of both the Zambian Ministry of Health and the international donor community, and able to work effectively at this interface. Purpose of Position The new CEO of CIDRZ will be an inspirational leader with a strong track record in organisational management and growth. He/she will have the knowledge and personal gravitas to negotiate the donor market and the strategic expertise to guide and inspire CIDRZ’s future direction and growth opportunities. The successful candidate will have demonstrated credibility at a very high level within the academic, medical, and/or donor communities, and possess the intellectual depth and capacity to articulate the organisation’s vision and ongoing work to diverse constituencies. The right candidate will also demonstrate knowledge of people management during change, and demonstrate past success at bringing the operational capacity of a growing organization to a state of the art level. The position will report to the CIDRZ Board of Directors. The outgoing CEO will remain in contact with the organization at the board level, and be available as needed as a resource to the incoming CEO. On behalf of CIDRZ, Mission Talent is seeking a skilled manager with the scientific/medical understanding, commitment to the important work of medical research, and drive to further build a highly successful research-based organization in Zambia. The new CIDRZ CEO will be adept at cross cultural-interaction, management, and communication both internally with staff management and at a board level. S/he will also bring a proven background and experience in several core areas: management, consulting, healthcare, and donor funding. Key Responsibilities: Lead CIDRZ ■Strategic planning ■Inspirational leadership ■Scientific direction ■Programmatic direction ■Training direction Administer CIDRZ ■Ensure economic health and future viability of the organisation ■Ensure efficient, compliant resource management ■Diversification ■Develop and execute a strategy to reduce traditional donor dependence ■Other administrative duties to ensure proper functioning of the organization Represent CIDRZ ■to the Zambian government ■to in-country donors / partners ■to outside donors ■to outside technical organizations Ensure Continued Funding Stream ■Fundraising and continued supervision of fundraising relationships ■Grant writing / supervision / creative funding inputs to grant writing strategy ■Donors liaison, strategy, meeting participation, credibility, assurance Interact with Board of Directors ■Convene quarterly meetings ■Lead preparation of required board documents ■Regularly reporting to board Interact with CIDRZ Foundation – Zambia and USA ■Lead development of the new CIDRZ Campus Qualifications Required ■Higher degree level education with postgraduate diploma; preferably MD or PhD level, however will consider MPH with significance proven experience ■Minimum 10 years senior executive management experience ■Proven track record of strong change management ■High degree of knowledge, credibility within and navigation of the donor world, both governmental and non-governmental, such as CDC, Gates Foundation and ARK. How to Apply The Centre for Infectious Disease Research – Zambia has exclusively tasked Mission Talent to undertake this search. To apply for this leadership role, precisely follow these guidelines: ■Attach your CV (in English) and a covering letter (max. 350 words), which summarizes how your profile aligns with the key job requirements and required skills and abilities of this role. ■Send your attached CV and Covering Letter in a WORD format (not PDF or RTF). ■Do not add any additional documentation in your initial application. ■In the subject line please put: CIDRZ-CEO-ZAMBIA/+your surname only. Applications must be addressed to Jill Bausch and submitted via email to applications@missiontalent.com. Please do NOT send CV’s or other application queries directly to CIDRZ. Please note that only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted by Mission Talent for follow up and additional information. 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May 1, 2012

First Economic Affairs Officer, (Water), UN-ESCWA

Organization: United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (UN-ESCWA) Position: First Economic Affairs Officer - (Water) Duty Station: Beirut (Beyrouth), Lebanon Deadline for Application: 3 May 2012 Term: P-4 Experience Requirements: Knowledge of Arabic highly desirable Special Requirements: Applications only accepted on-line via the vacancy announcement website Org. Setting and Reporting This post is located within the Water Resources Section, Sustainable Development and Productivity Division (SDPD) of the Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (ESCWA). The First Economic Affairs Officer reports directly to the Chief of the Water Resources Section and will be under the overall supervision of the Director of SDPD. Responsibilities The incumbent will be responsible for carrying out the following: 1- Design and conduct substantive studies on selected water resources management issues, including shared water resources management, climate change, and water services in the Arab region; 2- Develop draft policy recommendations pertaining to area of work; 3- Formulate proposals for development strategies, policies and measures for presentation to intergovernmental bodies and others; 4- Attend international, regional, and national meetings to hold discussions with representatives of other institutions on water resources management issues facing the region; 5- Organize and contribute to expert group meetings, seminars and workshops on water and sustainable development issues for government officials and others; 6- Prepare speeches and other inputs for presentations by senior staff; 7- Undertake missions to member states, either alone or as a participant in a diverse team, and provide technical assistance to government officials and regional stakeholders as part of the Organization’s technical cooperation activities; 8- Prepare global, regional, national or sector analysis that provides a basis for advising national governments on water issues in the region; 9- Formulate technical modalities for the preparation, implementation and evaluation of individual technical cooperation projects; 10- Support junior staff, reviewing their work and providing feedback; 11- Perform other related duties as required, including a variety of administrative tasks necessary for the final delivery of the work programme; 12- Undertake on-the-job and other training activities, both internally and externally. Competencies Professionalism: Expert knowledge of water resources management, with proven technical expertise in hydrological systems and integrated water resources management as they relate to sustainable development and water issues facing the Arab region. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Planning and Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently. Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings. Education Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in one or more of the following disciplines: water resources management, hydrology, engineering, environmental sciences, law or economics. A first-level university degree in addition to qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. Work Experience A minimum of seven years of progressively responsible experience in research, analysis and policy formulation on water resources management, with demonstrated experience related to integrated water resources management issues facing the Arab region. Experience supporting intergovernmental processes is preferred. Languages English and French are the working languages of the United Nations. Arabic is also a working language of ESCWA. For this post, fluency in written and oral English is required. Knowledge of Arabic is highly desirable. Assessment Method The shortlisted candidates will undergo a written assessment and a competency-based interview. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Special Notice Staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General and to assignment by him or her. In this context, all staff are expected to move periodically to new functions in their careers In accordance with established rules and procedures. United Nations Considerations The United Nations shall place no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. (Charter of the United Nations - Chapter 3, article 8). The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment. No Fee
Programme Officer, biological diversity of dry and sub-humid lands and climate change, United Nations Environment Programme, CBD Job Vacancy Organization: Secretariat of the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) Position: Programme Officer, biological diversity of dry and sub-humid lands and climate change - United Nations Environment Programme Duty Station: Montreal (Quebec), Canada Deadline for Application: 3 May 2012 Term: P4 Experience Requirements: Advanced university degree/Master's degree/ equivalent (environmental/social/political sciences, business administration, public administration, environmental management); or first-level university degree in combination with qualifying experience; 7 years professional/progressively responsible experience (international level, sustainable development, environment, public administration, environmental conventions); Experience in organization of meetings required Special Requirements: Fluency in oral and written English required; Working knowledge of another UN language desirable. Apply online - job opening number 12-PGM-UNEP-22541-R-MONTREAL (X) Links Job Announcement: https://inspira.un.org/psc/UNCAREERS/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/UN_CUSTOMIZATIONS.UN_JOB_DETAIL.GBL?Page=UN_JOB_DETAIL&Action=A&JobOpeningId=22541& Organization's Website: http://www.cbd.int/

Managing Director, Face the Future

Managing Director, Face the Future Organization: Face the Future Position: Managing Director Duty Station: Rotterdam (Zuid-Holland), Netherlands Deadline for Application: until suitable applicant is found Experience Requirements: Masters degree (e.g. forestry, economical, environmental); Multiple years experience (international carbon, forestry, sustainable investments market); Ability to manage large and complex projects in international settings, preferably related to forests or other ecosystems; Familiarity with forestry certification processes and the climate change sector; Hands-on mentality, prepare to take on operational activities; Willingness to travel; Managerial and entrepreneurial skills Special Requirements: English and Spanish language skills and preferably also French Contact Name: Denis SliekerAddress: Pieter de Hoochweg 108 - Mobile:+31 (0)6 524 55 639 Location: Rotterdam (Zuid-Holland), Netherlands ZIP/Postal Code: 3024 BH Phone#: +31 (0)10 754 20 50 Email: denis.slieker@face-thefuture.com Links Organization's Website: www.face-thefuture.com