Domestic and international policy-related career opportunities

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Issue No. 102 - 22 May 2013

DOMESTIC OPPORTUNITIES

1 General Non-ongoing (Temporary) Employment Register

Department of Human Services

LOCATION: Canberra, ACT

SALARY: $57,762 - $67,992

CLOSING DATE: 30 June 2013

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SUMMARY and POSITION DESCRIPTION:

The Department of Human Services is responsible for the development of service delivery policy and provides access to social, health and other payments and services. We are the largest Australian Government Department and deliver services Australia-Wide. Come and work with leaders in their field who make major contributions to the Australian Community. Apply now and receive a fantastic opportunity to be part of making a difference.

The Department of Human Services is seeking registrations from eligible candidates for non-ongoing (temporary employment) positions across a broad range of classifications, business areas and locations across Australia.

Vacancies will vary from a few days to up to 12 months depending on business requirements. Often these positions are required to be filled at short notice. The positions may be full time, part time or casual. Casual positions can be of an intermittent nature with hours and working days varying.

Applications will remain valid until the Department establishes it’s e-recruitment solution. At that time candidates will be invited to re-register their interest online.

SELECTION CRITERIA:

Selection documentation can be accessed by emailing Careers@humanservices.gov.au

APPLICATIONS:

Click here to apply online.

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2 General Non-ongoing (Temporary) Employment Register

Department of Parliamentary Services

LOCATION: Canberra, ACT

SALARY: $54,762 - $107,944

CLOSING DATE: 28 February 2014

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SUMMARY:

The Research Branch of the Parliamentary Library is seeking expressions of interest for its Temporary Employment Register. This Register is for people interested in non-ongoing short-term employment, of-ten at short notice, when we need the services of additional staff or special expertise. Positions range from PEL1 Senior Researcher and Senior Law Librarian roles to the APS2 Section Assistant level.

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

The Branch provides high quality information, analysis and advice to Senators and Members of Parliament in support of their parliamentary and representational roles. This includes responding to individual client requests and the preparation of a range of publications and other resources.

The Branch requires expertise across the full range of government activity. Currently, the Foreign Affairs, Defence and Security Section is seeking to fill two defence specialist positions—a PEL1 Senior Re-searcher position for immediate start until 9 August 2013, and a PSL6 Researcher position for a period of 12 months from mid-March. Vacancies in the Economics Section and in the health area of the Social Policy Section are also expected over the next 6 months. Existing valid applications on the Register will be considered, but applicants who have not renewed their application in the last twelve months are encouraged to do so.

SELECTION CRITERIA:

Relevant qualifications may be required for some of the roles identified within the Temporary Employment Register.

APPLICATIONS:

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3 Non-Ongoing (Temporary) Employment Register

Australian Communications and Media Authority

LOCATION: Various

SALARY: $55,161 - $132,423

CLOSING DATE: 10 October 2013

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SUMMARY and POSITION DESCRIPTION:

The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) is seeking people in a range of disciplines who are interested in non-ongoing (temporary) employment opportunities that may arise in our Canberra, Melbourne or Sydney offices. Positions may become available across various areas including Human Resources, Media and Publications (including web management), Engineering and Technical, Records and Information Management, General Administration, Finance, Executive Assistance, Information Technology, Policy Development and Implementation, Legal Services, Facilities Management, or Procurement and Contract Management.

The Temporary Employment Register is primarily used to fill short-term non-ongoing (temporary) positions at short notice. However, opportunities for longer-term employment (up to 12 months) may arise from time to time. Positions may be full time, part time or casual, depending on business needs. You will be required to undertake a range of operational and administrative tasks with the extent of the duties being determined by the level at which the vacancy is offered.

Vacancies will be filled as the need arises and you may be contacted to determine suitability and availability should a vacancy arise at any time.

SELECTION CRITERIA:

To be eligible for non-ongoing employment at the ACMA, applicants should:

1. hold Australian Citizenship or have the legal right to work in Australia;
2. be willing to undergo an Australian Federal Police Check;
3. be willing to undergo a health check; and
4. be willing and eligible to obtain a security clearance to the appropriate level if applicable to the position.

Applications must be submitted using our online application process.

APPLICATIONS:

Click here to apply online.

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4 Research Officer Level 1

Australian Institute of Criminology

LOCATION: Canberra, ACT

SALARY: $52,630 - $57,290

CLOSING DATE: 27 May 2013

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SUMMARY and POSITION DESCRIPTION:

Under general direction from a Research Manager, Principal Research Analyst or Senior Research Analyst:

• Assist with the conduct of research projects, and/or undertake smaller, relatively straight forward research projects.
• Collect, input, clean and analyse qualitative and/or quantitative data.
• Maintain and archive research records and datasets.
• Conduct and compile literature reviews.
• With assistance from more senior members of staff, draft reports which meet peer-review standard for publication and prepare presentations of research results for a wide range of policy and practitioner audiences.
• Liaise and interact with stakeholders on an operational level.
• Assist with the running of AIC conferences and roundtables.
• Other duties consistent with the operations of a small research organisation.

SELECTION CRITERIA:

1. Good analytical skills, including the ability to accurately interpret quantitative and/or qualitative data.
2. Demonstrated experience in data collection, and the conduct of research.
3. Well-developed writing skills, in particular the ability to write quality literature reviews and draft research reports.
4. Strong interpersonal skills, in particular, the ability to build effective relationships, act with discretion when dealing with stakeholders and work in a small team.
5. Good organisational skills, including a capacity to manage work effectively and meet tight deadlines.
6. Experience in using MS Office and analytical software such as SPSS, Stata and/or Nvivo.
7. Undergraduate degree in criminology, psychology, law, sociology or another relevant field, (preferably completed with honours).

APPLICATIONS:

Click here to apply online and further information: http://www.aic.gov.au/

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5 Program and Policy Officers

Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry

LOCATION: Canberra, ACT

SALARY: $69,238 - $74,643

CLOSING DATE: 23 May 2013

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SUMMARY and POSITION DESCRIPTION:

The Climate Change Policy Branch is looking for enthusiastic and experienced people who have high-level skills in policy and program development and implementation. The successful applicants will be required to provide strategic input on a range of climate change and adaptation related issues with a specific focus on agriculture and assist with implementing the government’s agricultural climate change programs. The branch is seeking persons with skills and experience in the following areas:

• program and policy development and implementation, with a particular focus on climate change in the agricultural context
• communicating and negotiating with portfolio stakeholders, including other government agencies, industry, research and extension organisations, farmers and land managers
• drafting of discussion papers, briefings, parliamentary questions, speeches and correspondence, fact sheets and brochures
• project management.

SELECTION CRITERIA:

Previous experience in climate change policy and program delivery with a particular focus on the agricultural context is highly desirable. Tertiary qualifications in a field related to the job are also highly desirable.

APPLICATIONS:

Click here to apply online and further information: http://www.daff.gov.au/about/jobs

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6 Policy Officer

Department of Families, Housing, Community Services and Indigenous Affairs

LOCATION: Canberra, ACT

SALARY: $75,747 - $83,743

CLOSING DATE: 27 May 2013

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SUMMARY:

The Department of Families, Housing, Community Services and Indigenous Affairs (FaHCSIA) has its national office in Canberra and employs around 3000 staff in locations around Australia.

FaHCSIA advises the Government on all policy issues within the portfolio, and manages the delivery of FaHCSIA services through a range of service providers. FaHCSIA also advises the Government on the social policy implications of wider government policy including taxation, superannuation and savings policy.

As well as families, FaHCSIA focuses on communities and groups with differing needs such as people living in rural and remote areas, homeless individuals, low income households, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds (DCALB).

The diversity of our staff is very important to us and we actively encourage applications from people with disabilities, women and people with diverse linguistic and cultural backgrounds.

We recognise the richness of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and the unique knowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees bring to our workplace, policy development and service delivery. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginals and Torres Strait Islanders for vacancies in the Department.

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

The Land, Employment and Economic Development Group within FaHCSIA is seeking applicants who are team players with proven skills in policy development or program management, to assist in delivering the priorities of the group. Indigenous Australians are encouraged to apply.

SELECTION CRITERIA:

Selection documents are also available on our website, www.fahcsia.gov.au under the heading 'Careers in FaHCSIA'. Hearing or speech impaired applicants may obtain selection documentation via the department's TTY number 1800 260 402.

APPLICATIONS:

Click here to apply online and further selection documentation: www.fahcsia.gov.au

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7 Various

Department of Health and Ageing

LOCATION: Brisbane, QLD

SALARY: $55,308 - $84,823

CLOSING DATE: 30 May 2013

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SUMMARY and POSITION DESCRIPTION:

Queensland State Office of the Department of Health and Ageing implements a range of Australian Government programs and policy objectives to achieve better health and active ageing for all Australians. It has four broad areas of responsibility; Aged Care Quality and Compliance, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health, Aged and Community Care, and Health Services. The office is also supported by a Corporate Services branch.

Applications are being sought to fill multiple positions within the Queensland State Office. People with skills in program / contract management, nursing, finance/accounting or complaints resolution are encouraged to apply.

SELECTION CRITERIA and APPLICATIONS:

Click here to apply online and selection documentation: www.health.gov.au

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8 Senior Research & Evaluation Officer

Australian Children's Education and Care Quality Authority

LOCATION: Sydney, NSW

SALARY: $75,000 - $85,000

CLOSING DATE: 29 May 2013

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SUMMARY:

ACECQA is seeking a Senior Research & Evaluation Officer to fill a maternity leave position until February 2014 with the possibility of extension. The Research & Evaluation team manages ACECQA's reporting, research and evaluation projects and advice to the Board on a research agenda through a Research Advisory Committee.

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

• Undertake research and consultation on projects
• Prepare reports on the outcomes achieved under the National Quality Framework (NQF)
• Undertake research activities with an emphasis on best practice
• Undertake evaluation activities to establish consistent, effective and efficient procedures for the operation of the NQF
• Draft briefs, reports, and policy papers for the General Manager, CEO, Board and external stakeholders
• Work cooperatively with team members in the Strategy & Operations group and across ACECQA
• Timely and accurate completion of tasks and projects
• Undertake data analysis as required

SELECTION CRITERIA:

1. High level conceptual, analytical and research skills, including a good understanding of statistical methods and data management
2. Effective teamwork skills including the ability to achieve results and outcomes in a timely manner
3. Ability to develop productive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including state and territory governments and other key stakeholders
4. Demonstrated capacity to communicate effectively and negotiate confidently
5. Ability to work on policy development and program/project administration as a team member
6. Awareness of current trends, issues and policy in the education and care sector
7. Tertiary qualifications in a relevant area.

APPLICATIONS:

All queries and applications to recruitment@acecqa.gov.au

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9 Public Policy - Group Support

Urbis Pty Ltd

LOCATION: Sydney, NSW

SALARY: Unspecified

CLOSING DATE: Unspecified

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SUMMARY:

Urbis is a multi-disciplinary consulting firm offer-ing services in planning, design, property, social policy, economics and research. With over 300 staff nationally, our people provide the research, analysis and advice upon which major social, commercial and environmental decisions are made.

We are looking for a self-motivated Group Support team member to support our highly acclaimed Pub-lic Policy division in Sydney. You will need a positive attitude, exceptional organisation skills, high level computer literacy and the ability to manage projects, conflicting priorities and deadlines.

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

Your responsibilities will include:

1. Produce professional documentation in a fast and accurate manner, advanced desk-top publishing and formatting including producing diagrams, graphs and other visual aids.
2. Data entry and some data analysis.
3. Coordination of tenders, reports and other documentation that rely on inputs from multiple sources, including version control and document management.
4. Proof-read and edit documents.
5. Print, bind, pdf, photocopy and collate documents as required.
6. Keep data systems up-to-date, including management of existing databases, resources and filing systems.
7. Coordinate processing of monthly ac-counts, including processing and coding invoices and entering disbursements.
8. Diary management for Directors
9. Fieldwork coordination including travel; stakeholder liaison; scheduling of meetings and focus groups; venue hire and catering.
10. Reception relief as required.
11. Contribution to development, implementation and maintenance of quality assurance initiatives and departmental business plan.

SELECTION CRITERIA:

1. Excellent liaison and interpersonal skills.
2. Advanced computer literacy and desktop publishing skills.
3. The ability to work independently without supervision and as well as part of a team.
4. A detail-orientated approach to work.
5. A calm demeanour when under conflicting deadline pressures.
6. Flexibility and adaptability to changing work demands.
7. Willing to work with and support others in a team environment.
8. Ability to maintain confidentiality of in-formation and act with tact and discretion where appropriate.
9. Excellent oral and written communication skills.

APPLICATIONS:

Click here to apply online and further selection documentation.

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10 Policy Officer

Aboriginal Child, Family & Community Care State Secretariat NSW

LOCATION: Sydney, NSW

SALARY: $75,747 - $83,743

CLOSING DATE: 27 May 2013

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SUMMARY:

This position sits within the AbSec Transition Team responsible for supporting the Transition of Statutory out-of-home care (OOHC) to the non-government sector. The transition Team work in close collaboration with the Transition Program Office under the direction of the Ministerial Advisory Group.

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

The role of the Policy Officer is to identify and develop policy responses to issues affecting the delivery of services to Aboriginal children and families with an emphasis on OOHC.

SELECTION CRITERIA:

1. Strong writing skills
2. Strong analytical skills
3. Demonstrated research skills
4. Ability to conduct consultations
5. Ability to plan and deliver tasks within time frames
6. Detailed knowledge of, or capacity to quickly acquire knowledge of, the NSW out-of-home care service sector
7. Ability to work independently and within a team environment
8. Aboriginality (documented)

APPLICATIONS:

Send your application to: transition@absec.org.au or call Nick Corrigan on 02 9559 5299 before 11 June 2013

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11 Policy Officer

Department of Family & Community Services

LOCATION: Sydney, NSW

SALARY: $82,098 pa - $90,877

CLOSING DATE: 31 May 2013

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SUMMARY:

Coordinate and undertake research and policy development and provide policy analysis and advice to support organisational objectives.

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

The Policy Officer:

• Develops strategic policies which guide service development to address the needs of ADHC’s client group.
• Undertakes research and consults stake-holders to contribute to improving policy application and measuring business out-comes.
• Undertakes aspects of reform or reviews projects to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of service delivery and inform policy development.
• Researches and prepares advice in the form of briefs, policy and discussion papers to contribute to responses to Ministerial, Cabinet or ADHC requests.
• Provides advice and information to other government agencies on ADHC policies and procedures.
• Liaises and works with other divisions and non-government stakeholders to ensure effective interface between program development, planning and policy implementation.
• Provides guidance and feedback to the Assistant Policy Officer to support their continued development and to provide feed-back on policy research and analysis undertaken.

SELECTION CRITERIA and APPLICATIONS:

Click here to apply online and further selection documentation.

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12 Policy Advisor

Transport Workers' Union of NSW

LOCATION: Sydney, NSW

SALARY: $75,747 - $83,743

CLOSING DATE: 24 May 2013

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SUMMARY and POSITION DESCRIPTION:

The Transport Workers’ Union (TWU) is one of the largest and most powerful unions in Australia representing thousands of transport workers and those who work in connection with the transport industry.

We are currently seeking a full time Policy Advisor to be based out of our Parramatta Office.

The role involves assisting the Union to organise Transport Workers by managing, developing and advising on our relationship with key stakeholders, by working with the State Secretary, Chief Advisor and Senior Officials on the TWU’s various campaigns and strategic plans and by assisting and providing advice to the TWU’s Media and Communications Department.

The successful applicant will be required to work as part of a team to grow and strengthen membership and to build activism and leadership amongst Union members.

SELECTION CRITERIA:

1. An understanding of how the Union works;
2. A demonstrated commitment to union values and social justice;
3. A commitment to the Labour movement;
4. The ability to motivate and educate union members and potential members;
5. The ability to participate in the Union’s political and social justice agenda;
6. Strong communication skills;
7. A valid Driver’s Licence; and
8. The ability to work flexible arrangements.

APPLICATIONS:

If you have a passion for policy, a demonstrated passion to the principles of unionism and willingness to work hard then this opportunity is for you.

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INTERNATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES

13 UniBRAIN Facility Co-ordinator

Forum for Agricultural Research in Africa (FARA)

LOCATION: Accra, Ghana / Nairobi, Kenya

SALARY: Unspecified

CLOSING DATE: 31 May 2013

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SUMMARY

FARA is the apex organisation for agricultural re-search in Africa. The Forum brings together all stakeholders in African agricultural research for development. FARA’s mission is to create broad-based improvements in agricultural productivity, competitiveness and markets by supporting Africa’s sub-regional organisations in strengthening capacity for agricultural innovation.

FARA has in collaboration with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Denmark started the Universities, Business and Research in Agricultural Innovation (UniBRAIN) initiative with the objective of linking university education, research, and private sector development in sustainable agriculture and agribusiness. UniBRAIN will realise the potential for investment in African agribusiness by breaking barriers and fostering collaboration between universities, business, and research to create cultures and environment that will value, encourage and enable innovation and produce graduates who are problem solvers, decision takers and successful entrepreneurs.

This will be realised by commercialising agribusiness innovations; producing agribusiness graduates with the potential to become effective entrepreneurs; and up-scaling UniBRAIN’s innovative out-puts, experiences and practices. The prime focus for this is six pilot agribusiness incubators in five countries, i.e. Ghana, Kenya, Mali, Uganda (2), and Zambia and ensuring their long term success.

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

FARA is now seeking an individual with the qualifications listed below to work as UniBRAIN Facility Co-ordinator.

Reporting to the Director, Capacity Strengthening; the successful candidate shall, assist her in delivering among others, the following roles and responsibilities:

• Monitoring and supervising the UniBRAIN partners and incubators.
• Maintaining and further developing the Management Information and Collaboration System (MICS).
• Facilitating networking within UniBRAIN and with investors, stakeholders etc.
• Further eveloping and promoting the UniBRAIN brand.
• Providing overall responsibility for achieving programmatic targets, quality assurance and adherence to timelines.
• Providing day-to-day technical coordination with-in UniBRAIN.
• Identifying and facilitating the delivery of capacity development requirements
• Providing leadership for resource mobilization for maintaining and expanding the UniBRAIN and for helping the incubators and incubatees in developing and realising their financing strategies.
• Ensuring that the Monitoring and Evaluation specialist has access to the information and data required for thorough and timely evaluation of the initiative and for statutory and management purposes.
• Facilitating work programmes of the UniBRAIN Facility staff in accordance with mandates discharged by the UniBRAIN Executive Committee and in accordance with FARA rules and regulations.
• Facilitating and working for UniBRAIN’s continuous relevance, viability and financial sustainability.

SELECTION CRITERIA:

The successful candidate must have a graduate or equivalent qualification in agribusiness, business or finance and must have more than 5 year’s post qualification experience. S/he must have a successful track record in running and/or promoting agribusiness preferably, but not necessarily, in the private sector. S/he must have demonstrated strong agribusiness credentials with a passion for promoting African agribusiness incubation and training and learning. Fluency in English is essential and fluency in French would be a considerable advantage. The position is open to African Union nationals who are willing and able to work in Sub Saharan Africa

APPLICATIONS:

Please send (preferably via e-mail) comprehensive curriculum vitae, together with the names, addresses, e-mail addresses, telephone and fax numbers of three referees to: Prof. Monty P. Jones, Executive Di-rector, FARA, PMB CT 173, Cantonments, Accra, Ghana; Email: ed@fara-africa.org; Fax: +233 0302 773676. Applications will be accepted up to 31st May 2013.

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14 Program Officer, Global Development and Population Program

William and Flora Hewlett Foundation

LOCATION: Menlo Park, California, United States

SALARY: Unspecified

CLOSING DATE: 3 June 2013

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SUMMARY:

The William and Flora Hewlett Foundation has been making grants since 1967 to help solve social and environmental problems at home and around the world. The Foundation concentrates its re-sources on activities in education, the environment, global development and population, performing arts, and philanthropy, and makes grants to support disadvantaged communities in the San Francisco Bay Area. The Foundation’s assets are more than $7.5 billion, with annual awards of grants and gifts totaling over $350 million. A thirteen member Board of Directors provides overall direction for the Foundation. For more information about the Foundation, please visit www.hewlett.org.

The Global Development and Population Program make grants to improve the well-being of vulnerable people. In developing countries, this grantmaking focuses on promoting women’s empowerment, including through expanded access to high quality reproductive health care; and on promoting trans-parent, accountable governance to deliver social services. The program also makes grants to strengthen the capacity of research-based organizations, particularly in sub-Saharan Africa, to collect and use data. The Global Development and Population Program team currently consists of nineteen staff, including eleven Program Officers.

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

The Program Officer’s responsibilities involve working with a broad array of collaborators, including grantees, multi and bilateral donors and civil society organizations. Ideally, the Program Officer will possess knowledge of relevant international social and economic development issues. The Pro-gram Officer should bring a deep understanding of African contexts; a demonstrated track record of building and fostering sustainable partnerships at the regional and international level; an ability to work with advocacy organizations in the collection and use of data to inform key policy making actions; a strong methodological and analytical capacity; and an abundance of energy and intellectual curiosity.

Moreover, the Program Officer should possess exceptional interpersonal skills and a capacity to work in highly collaborative teams comprising colleagues as well as individuals in government, private-sector, and international institutions; public policy organizations; think tanks; and academic institutions engaged in the international arena.

SELECTION CRITERIA:

1. Advanced degree in development economics, population science, or related discipline
2. Knowledge and appreciation of transparency and accountability issues and actors, as well as issues related to the generation and use of data for research, for policy formulation and for monitoring government performance in developing countries.
3. Knowledge and appreciation of approaches to mobilize citizen participation and catalyze citizen feedback a plus.
4. Applied knowledge of social science methodologies in research design, data collection and quantification, modelling, and analysis.
5. Relevant grantmaking experience, preferably including designing and implementing strategies, developing budgets, and managing portfolios.
6. Demonstrated success mobilizing and working with multilateral and development organizations, foundations, other nonprofit entities, and academia, as well as government officials and technical personnel in developing countries.
7. Excellent writing skills and capacity to distill complex ideas in simple language, both verbally and in writing.
8. Deep commitment to the values and mis-sion of the Hewlett Foundation and to the vision and goals of its Global Development and Population Program.
9. Ability and flexibility to travel extensively.
10. French language skills and work experience in Africa strongly preferred.
11. Exceptional ability to articulate and realize a vision, to motivate others, and to work collaboratively with a high-caliber team of staff and external partners.
12. Capacity to learn from experience, to adapt as needed, to generate new and practical ideas, to listen, and to work with others to shape emerging issues.
13. Excellent organizational skills, with a demonstrated track record of consistently meeting deadlines.
14. Natural talent for bridging differences, finding common ground, and building relationships with people at all levels of society.
15. Capacity to communicate persuasively, orally and in writing, in a range of settings.
16. Clear personal integrity and sense of humility.

APPLICATIONS:

Please email your resume and cover letter detailing your interest in this position to Daniel Sherman, President, Explore Company: resumes@explorecompany.com. Please refer to PO/HF in the Subject line. No phone inquiries please.

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15 US National Organizer

350.org

LOCATION: NYC or Washington DC

SALARY: Unspecified

CLOSING DATE: 9 June 2013

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SUMMARY:

Through relentless campaigning and organizing over the past three years, 350.org has helped build a global grassroots movement to fight climate change. Working with diverse allies and volunteers, our spunky, dedicated team of organizers has energized millions of people around the globe to demonstrate sustainable climate solutions, organize with front-line communities and push for strong political action to address the climate crisis.

This year, 350.org is moving forward with multiple campaigns targetting the fossil fuel industry: divestment on and off college campusses, mobilizing against the Keystone XL tar sands pipeline, and developing climate leaders the world over through leadership training and volunteer-led campaigns. Our theory of change takes its inspiration from so-cial movements: we know that bold campaigns and empowered people can do extraordinary things, and move the political needle on climate change. We need your help making this a reality.

The National Organizer will be responsible for working with our staff and network of thousands of passionate and engaged grassroots leaders across the US to facilitate direct political engagement. This position exists at the intersection of grassroots leadership development, community organizing, political advocacy and direct action. The National Organizer will help local and state leaders within the 350 network put pressure on federal and state politicians and corporate targets through various creative and hard-hitting tactics.

Our ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker, skilled organizer, solid communicator, and someone who is comfortable working with a large team of talented staff in a collegial manner. The team at 350.org is an inclusive and collaborative group that is committed to the principles of justice. We welcome new perspectives, innovative ideas and different ways of working. The successful candidate will be a self-starter, a creative thinker, an effective team player, tech-savvy and an articulate writer and speaker.

Along with the proven ability to develop and implement effective organizing strategies, the successful candidate will have what it takes to lead people and complex projects in a fast-paced environment, and be confident juggling multiple projects while working collaboratively with a remote team. An ideal candidate for this role will have experience with diverse organizing models, staff and volunteer coaching, group facilitation, have a strong com-mand of online organizing tools, and a disposition toward innovation, flexibility, and speed.

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

• Recruit, mobilize, and train climate leaders and key allies at the local and state levels.
• Help develop and run a robust mobilization strategy for 2013-14, based on 350.org’s campaign objectives.
• Help implement grassroots leadership development, training, strategy and coaching systems.
• Work with volunteer and field organizers to strategize and develop short and medium-term campaigns in key cities and states throughout the country.
• Collect and disseminate stories of victory and struggle from all around the country on a regular basis, using new media and other communications tools.
• Represent 350.org at events, and with grass-roots activist groups, decision-makers, donors, and other allies, including the environmental community at large.
• Track advancements in organizing on the part of other organizations and movements.
• Maintain a working knowledge of the climate issue and of the social, political, legislative, regulatory and economic framework relevant to the movement.
• Understand 350.org's history, campaigns, and theory of social change, and keep current with basic climate science and policy. From time to time, use this knowledge to represent 350.org's perspective in varied public venues based on geographic location and areas of expertise.
• From time to time, contribute work towards 350.org's overall mission that is outside of standard responsibilities and instead relies solely on geo-graphic location or work capacity.

SELECTION CRITERIA:

1. 2-5 years of experience on issue advocacy, community organizing and/or political campaigns.
2. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
3. Problem solving and strategy development expertise.
4. Highly organized and competent at managing multiple projects at once without sacrificing quality.
5. Proven ability to work both independently and in close coordination with a team working remotely.
6. Commitment to empowering others and building grassroots power as a means to affect change.
7. Demonstrated experience in cross-class/race/generational organizing.
8. Experience in coalition-building and an ability to recognize and develop the diverse strengths of different kinds of organizations and activists for one cause.
9. Willingness to travel for site visits, training, and events and ability to work well from remote location.

APPLICATIONS:

To apply, please send resume and cover letter (in pdf format) to jobs@350.org with “US National Organizer” in the subject line. Position open until filled.

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16 Gender and Vulnerable Groups Specialist

ACDI/VOCA

LOCATION: Mali

SALARY: Unspecified

CLOSING DATE: 30 May 2013

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SUMMARY:

Since 1963 and in 145 countries, ACDI/VOCA has empowered people in developing and transitional nations to succeed in the global economy. Based in Washington, D.C., ACDI/VOCA is a nonprofit international development organization that delivers technical and management assistance in agribusiness, financial services, enterprise development, community development and food security in order to promote broad-based economic growth and vibrant civil society. ACDI/VOCA currently has 75 projects in 35 countries and revenues of approximately $168 million.

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

We are seeking Gender and Vulnerable Groups Specialist candidates for an anticipated multiyear, USAID-funded Feed the Future project, Cereal Value Chain (CVC) in Mali. Mali CVC will increase agricultural production, productivity and incomes of farmers and other agricultural value chain actors. It will also strengthen value chain service providers, including agricultural technology providers and financial service providers. Mali CVC seeks to identify and contribute to resolving key constraints in the local and international enabling environment to allow systematic and long-term transformation of the agricultural sector, led by the cereals value chains.

SELECTION CRITERIA:

• Advanced degree in sociology, anthropology, gender relations or other relevant degree
• Minimum five years of work experience providing gender audit and/or gender program analysis and gender target support
• Clear understanding of gender dynamics within the region required
• Proven skills in developing and conducting trainings
• Proven skills in designing and conducting interviews and focus groups
• Advanced knowledge of MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Strong verbal and writing skills
• Fluency in French and Bambara required, other local languages is a plus.

APPLICATIONS:

Please apply online at http://acdivoca.maxhire.net/cp/?E55469361D43515B7E59192F77571E6B0C627A48. No phone calls please. Only finalists contacted. Women and mi-norities encouraged to apply. EOE.

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17 Senior Researcher

Sustainable Markets Intelligence Center

LOCATION: Costa Rica

SALARY: Unspecified

CLOSING DATE: 1 June 2013

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SUMMARY and POSITION DESCRIPTION:

CIMS is a small but dynamic non-profit organization based in Costa Rica focused on sustainable agricultural value chains. Its mission is to improve the livelihoods of smallholder farmers throughout Latin America through evidence-based research and strategic advice to the private, public and NGO sectors, locally, regionally and globally. It was established in 2003 as an initiative of the Latin American Center for Competitiveness and Sustainable Development (CLACDS), part of INCAE, Latin America’s leading business school.

The organization has already established a solid track record work in tropical agricultural supply chains such as coffee, where its research into the true economic impacts of sourcing practices in this sector have ground-breaking implications for many agricultural supply chains. CIMS’ clients include Nespresso, Walmart, Rainforest Alliance and the Central American Bank of Economic Integration (BCIE). Its ambition is to become the leading expert on agricultural supply chains in Latin America.

CIMS has reached an important and exciting stage of its development and is seeking a new researcher to join a small team of young and enthusiastic agricultural experts keen to grow their capacity, knowledge and international profile.

SELECTION CRITERIA:

Desired experience

• At least 4 years experience on the themes: agrifood businesss, agriculture, and/or economics
• Experience in world of sustainability, corporate social responsibility (international)
• Ability to apply knowledge in both agriculture and economics.
• Experience in research projects, exposure to field work & or projects in agrifood supply chains
• Ability to apply knowledge in both agriculture and economics.

Desired qualities

• Adaptability; able to work with a small team where everyone needs to multi-task
• Appetite and interest in sustainability and agricultural supply chains
• Ability to self-manage research, a small team and report writing

Desired Skills

• Excellent written and oral skills in English and Spanish
• Statistical analysis
• Strong communication skills. The job requires ability to communicate with farmers, global companies of the agrifood sector, as well as other organisations with whom CIMS collaborates – academic partners, NGOs and government officials.
• Good working knowledge of all required office software (excel, power-point etc)
• Ability to structure reports, proposals, research and analysis
• Ability to project manage (including budgets)

APPLICATIONS:

If you are interested in this full-time position please send your CV and a short summary (no more than 2-pages) that makes the case for your suitability for this position to: info@cims-la.com

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18 Programme Officer

Oxfam Novib

LOCATION: Jerusalem, Palestinian Territory, Occupied

SALARY: Unspecified

CLOSING DATE: 26 May 2013

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SUMMARY and POSITION DESCRIPTION:

Oxfam Novib is committed to ridding the world of poverty and injustice. We have a conviction that people are capable of building a livelihood without poverty on their own, once given the chance to do so. Which is why we support local projects in developing countries, why we lobby governments and companies to take into account the interests of the poorest people, and why we campaign to involve Dutch men and women in our work. We work together with other Oxfam affiliates to increase our impact on development and humanitarian work.

Oxfam Novib is looking for a Programme Officer

40 hrs per week

1 year contract and possible renewal for six months

estimated starting date: ASAP

Based in Jerusalem

SELECTION CRITERIA:

1. Completed an academic degree in development studies or related field with a focus on health sector and/or public health
2. General understanding and/or technical expertise on the health sector preferably in the OPT.
3. A good understanding and demonstrable experience in undertaking gender analysis and familiarity with linkages between gender based violence and public health issues.
4. Knowledgeable about key issues in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict with focus on development issues, and health in particular.
5. Solid understanding of women’s rights and the rights-based approach
6. Experience in organisational analysis & partnership with local civil society organizations, grant management & program development and monitoring, evaluation and learning to support development programs.
7. Extensive experience (at least 3 years) with donor contract management
8. Analytical thinking skills and abilities to influence others.
9. Excellent social skills and demonstrated ability to be a team player
10. Excellent communication skills in English. Command of Arabic is an asset.
11. Ability and readiness to travel in OPT on a regular basis

APPLICATIONS:

Are you interested? Send your application (motivation letter & curriculum vitae) in writing and mentioning the job title to jobsjerusalem@oxfamnovib.nl to the attention of Nishant Pandey, no later than Sunday 26 May 2013. If you have any questions on the position, please contact Julia Schipper on +972-54-63-77-092 (only between 10:00am - 2:00 pm). Please note that only shortlisted candidates will have their application acknowledged.

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19 Program Assistant

AFPPD

LOCATION: Bangkok, Thailaind

SALARY: Unspecified

CLOSING DATE: 30 May 2013

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SUMMARY:

The overall purpose of the AFPPD project for Central Asia is to support parliamentarian policy advocacy in order to ensure full implementation of the ICPD agenda in the sub-region.

AFPPD has been mobilizing parliamentarians on ICPD issues in Central Asian countries for the past ten years. Currently AFPPD network includes Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and Tajikistan as official members, Turkmenistan as an attending member; the project looks into opportunity to expand to Uz-bekistan. In 2012, driving from adoption of the new AFPPD mid-term strategy for 2013-2015, Central Asian project focused it’s efforts on identifying clear policy agenda, advocacy plan and developing functional organization mechanisms of national parliamentary committees.

Knowledge sharing and communication is required to support in-country policy advocacy. In addition, AFPPD wishes to wider inform international and regional community about the progress in Central Asia.

AFPPD Newsletter for Central Asia is a printed publication providing parliamentarians with news and feature stories, good practices, and analytic information on reproductive health, gender, population development, policy, legislation, advocacy, and related areas, focused on Central Asian countries (Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan), but not limited to them. Themes of 2013 newsletters are on sustaining family planning, role of middle income countries, advocacy on re-productive health, and investing on young people.

AFPPD E-News for Central Asia is an electronic emailing list serve providing parliamentarians with news stories on reproductive health, gender, population development, policy, legislation, advocacy, and related areas. The stories come mainly from five Central Asian countries (Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan), but not limited to these.

AFPPD website (www.afppd.org) is fully translated into Russian to facilitate better integration of the Central Asian national committees into regional advocacy. The web site contains information about AFPPD issues, programs, activities and achievements.

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

This position is to provide assistance in knowledge sharing and communication within the AFPPD pro-gram in Central Asian countries and their regional interactions (currently the program includes Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and Tajikistan as official members, Turkmenistan as an attending member; program looks into opportunity to expand to Uzbekistan).

SELECTION CRITERIA:

• A minimum of a first university degree in communication, international relations or other humanitarian field is a requirement;
• Entry level of knowledge of program in communication, international development or other related field is a minimum requirement;
• Fluency in English and Russian languages, both written and spoken, are prerequisite
• Good writing and editing skills are desired, experience in working as a journalist is an asset;
• Ability to work as part of a team, sharing information and coordinating efforts within the team;
• Ability to manage multiple tasks under tight deadlines.
• Full computer literacy in internet searching, basic web site management skills, Microsoft office pro-grams;
• The job is expected to be performed from the place of origin by means of Internet. No travel is required.

APPLICATIONS:

Interested candidates are requested to submit the application to: Email: vacancies@afppd.org

20 Research Scientist

International Vaccine Institute

LOCATION: South Korea

SALARY: Unspecified

CLOSING DATE: 3 June 2013

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SUMMARY and POSITION DESCRIPTION:

The incumbent is responsible for identifying the regulatory pathway to obtaining WHO pre-qualification of a typhoid conjugate vaccine and to the design and implementation of the required clinical trials as well as post-licensure clinical studies. Similarly, he or she contributes to other disease programs at the IVI as assigned.

SELECTION CRITERIA:

Education Requirements: PhD, MD, or MBBS

Working Experience: 5 to 7 years

Technical and Professional Knowledge: Epidemiological, biostatistics, and clinical trial knowledge Knowledge of infectious disease and vaccines Experience of program management Language Skills Required: Fluent written and oral communication skills in English

APPLICATIONS:

Click here to apply online.

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21 Project officer

International Falcon Movement-Socialist Educational International

LOCATION: Belgium

SALARY: Unspecified

CLOSING DATE: 10 June 2013

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SUMMARY:

The International Falcon Movement – Socialist Educational International is an educational movement working to empower children and young people to take an active role in society and fight for their rights. We are an umbrella organisation for child and youth-led movements all over the world, educating on the basis of our values of equality, democracy, peace, co-operation and friendship. For more detailed information see www.ifm-sei.org

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

We are looking for an enthusiastic and talented per-son to take over the key role of project officer for Co-operACTION, taking the project forward with the Secretary General and the volunteer co-ordination team.

The project started in the beginning of the year and will continue until 30th November 2013. We are looking for a replacement for our current project officer who will take over other responsibilities within the IFM-SEI secretariat. The starting date is 1st July 2013.

The project officer will be responsible for the overall co-ordination of Co-operACTION. They will be full of energy and ideas and will be comfortable taking the lead in a global project. The project officer will work in close co-operation with the Secretary General and the volunteer project co-ordination team to ensure the project meets its objectives. They will also be motivated to support the IFM-SEI secretariat in developing other educational projects.

SELECTION CRITERIA and APPLICATIONS:

Here you find the full job description and the application form: http://www.ifm-sei.org/articles/ifm-sei-is-recruiting-a-new-project-officer

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22 Research Fellow

United Nations University

LOCATION: Belgium

SALARY: Unspecified

CLOSING DATE: 31 May 2013

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SUMMARY:

The United Nations University (UNU) is an international community of scholars, engaged in research, postgraduate teaching and capacity development and dissemination of knowledge in furtherance of the purposes and principles of the Charter of the United Nations. The mission of UNU is to contribute, through research and capacity building, to efforts to resolve the pressing global problems that are the concern of the United Nations and its Member States.

UNU Maastricht Economic and Social Research Institute on Innovation and Technology (UNU-MERIT)

UNU-MERIT explores the social, political and economic factors that drive technological innovation, with a particular focus on creation, diffusion and access to knowledge, as well as all aspects of governance in domestic and global organizations, from risk assessment to policy analysis, design and evaluation. UNU-MERIT functions as a unique research centre and graduate school for over 80 PhD fellows and 100 master’s students, and as a UN think tank addressing a broad range of policy questions on science, innovation and democratic governance. In addition to doing policy-relevant research, the Institute trains specialists who combine a high level of academic scholarship with leadership, in order to strengthen democratic governance in domestic and international organizations.

The Institute’s research and training programme focuses on seven themes: (1) The Economics of Knowledge and Innovation; (2) Poverty, Social Protection and Inclusive Innovation; (3) Economic Development, Innovation and Governance; (4) Sustainable Development, Innovation and Societal Transitions; (5) Innovation Systems Indicators and Policy; (6) Migration and Development; and (7) Governance and Learning in ICT-enabled Communities. For more information, in particular on the details of the research themes, please visit http://www.merit.unu.edu.

UNU-MERIT works in close partnership with Maastricht University. In particular, the Maastricht Graduate School of Governance (MGSoG) has integrated its activities into UNU-MERIT, including the master and PhD programmes and all research activities. For more information on MGSoG, visit http://mgsog.merit.unu.edu.

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

Under the authority and supervision of the Director of UNU-MERIT, the successful candidates will be entrusted with the following tasks:

• Contributing to the research programmes of UNU-MERIT by carrying out research projects and publishing in international academic journals;
• Performing fund-raising tasks of research projects in the field of the Institute;
• Coordinating outreach activities (publications, workshops etc.) in the field of the Institute;
• Contributing to the teaching activities of the Institute (PhD and/or Master level);
• Contributing to the dissemination of the Institute’s research results to the international community of policymakers and policy-opinion makers;
• Supervising or co-supervising PhD Fellows in the Institute; and
• Performing other related tasks as assigned by the Director.

SELECTION CRITERIA:

1. A PhD in a discipline relevant to the Institute’s programme;
2. A minimum of three (3) years, post-PhD, of progressively relevant work experience in managing research programmes in academia, research or other organisations. Professional experience in teaching would be an asset;
3. Proven strong research background and publications in areas related to the Institute’s programme;
4. Good knowledge of the international research and policy agenda in areas related to the Institute’s programme;
5. Experience in managing and seeking research funding from donors and international funding agencies would be an asset;
6. Excellent oral and written communication skills in English. Knowledge of other official UN languages would be an asset;
7. Good team player with strong interpersonal skills demonstrated by the ability to work in a multi- cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity.

APPLICATIONS:

Interested applicants should submit their applications, preferably by email (to humanresources@merit.unu.edu) and must include the following

• A cover letter setting out how the qualifications and experience match the requirements of the position;
• A completed and signed UNU Personal History (P.11) form (download at http://unu.edu/about/unu-services/hr#files). Please avoid using similar forms provided by other United Nations organizations;
• Full contact information of three (3) referees; and
• An indication of the reference number of the vacancy announcement (2013/UNU/MERIT/FTA/RF/IGDE/23).

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23 Internship in the Africa Department

Transparency International

LOCATION: Berlin, Germany

SALARY: Unspecified

CLOSING DATE: 16 June 2013

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SUMMARY:

The Transparency International Secretariat (TI-S) is seeking a highly motivated, pro-active intern to support its work in the Africa Department.

Transparency International (TI) is the global civil society organisation leading the fight against corruption. Through more than 90 chapters worldwide and an international secretariat in Berlin, Germany, TI raises awareness of the damaging effects of corruption and works with partners in government, business and civil society to develop and implement effective measures to tackle it.

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

Key tasks:

• Assisting with the implementation of a number of projects in the department, including the Advocacy and Legal Advice Centres, the Africa Regional Programme etc.
• Assisting with the budget monitoring and financial reporting for on-going projects;
• Assisting with preparations for the participation of delegates from National Chapters to attend a series of programme-related workshops in Sub-Saharan Africa (e.g. flight and hotel bookings, visa support );
• Liaising with contact groups and National Chapters;
• Assisting with the production of TI publications, by providing translation and/or proof reading of documents;
• Monitoring international media for corruption re-lated developments of interest to TI;
• Other various administrative tasks and support to the Africa department.

SELECTION CRITERIA:

1. Academic background in political science / international relations / international development (other relevant fields will be considered);
2. Very good financial skills and financial reporting experience (required);
3. Excellent knowledge of MS Office applications including proven experience of working with Excel at an advanced level (required);
4. Excellent knowledge of English or French (written and spoken) and at least very good knowledge of the other language (required);
5. Some knowledge of, and considerable interest in, the work of TI and the field of anti-corruption;
6. Knowledge of, or proven interest in, the Sub-Saharan Africa region;
7. Adaptable and flexible personality, good time management skills, able to handle multiple tasks and workloads, ability to prioritise own work;
8. Demonstrated interpersonal skills and effective communication abilities, good team player;
9. Some prior office experience very desirable.

APPLICATIONS:

To apply for this internship please send a maximum one page cover letter and a maximum two page CV, preferably by email, to ssa-internship@transparency.org, clearly indicating in the subject line “Internship in the Africa Department”

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24 Program Assistant

Asian Forum of Parliamentarians on Population and Development

LOCATION: Bangkok, Thailand

SALARY: Unspecified

CLOSING DATE: 30 May 2013

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SUMMARY:

The overall purpose of the AFPPD project for Central Asia is to support parliamentarian policy advocacy in order to ensure full implementation of the ICPD agenda in the sub-region.

AFPPD has been mobilizing parliamentarians on ICPD issues in Central Asian countries for the past ten years. Currently AFPPD network includes Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and Tajikistan as official members, Turkmenistan as an attending member; the project looks into opportunity to expand to Uzbekistan. In 2012, driving from adoption of the new AFPPD mid-term strategy for 2013-2015, Central Asian project focused its efforts on identifying clear policy agenda, advocacy plan and developing functional organization mechanisms of national parliamentary committees.

Knowledge sharing and communication is required to support in-country policy advocacy. In addition, AFPPD wishes to wider inform international and regional community about the progress in Central Asia.

AFPPD Newsletter for Central Asia is a printed publication providing parliamentarians with news and feature stories, good practices, and analytic information on reproductive health, gender, population development, policy, legislation, advocacy, and related areas, focused on Central Asian countries (Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan), but not limited to them. Themes of 2013 newsletters are on sustaining family planning, role of middle income countries, advocacy on re-productive health, and investing on young people.

AFPPD E-News for Central Asia is an electronic emailing list serve providing parliamentarians with news stories on reproductive health, gender, population development, policy, legislation, advocacy, and related areas. The stories come mainly from five Central Asian countries (Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan), but not limited to these.

AFPPD website www.afppd.org/ru/ is fully translated into Russian to facilitate better integration of the Central Asian national committees into regional advocacy. The web site contains information about AFPPD issues, programs, activities and achievements.

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

This position is to provide assistance in knowledge sharing and communication within the AFPPD program in Central Asian countries and their regional interactions (currently the program includes Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and Tajikistan as official members, Turkmenistan as an attending member; program looks into opportunity to expand to Uzbekistan).

SELECTION CRITERIA:

1. A minimum of a first university degree in communication, international relations or other humanitarian field is a requirement;
2. Entry level of knowledge of program in communication, international development or other related field is a minimum requirement;
3. Fluency in English and Russian languages, both written and spoken, are prerequisite;
4. Good writing and editing skills are desired, experience in working as a journalist is an asset;
5. Ability to work as part of a team, sharing information and coordinating efforts within the team;
6. Ability to manage multiple tasks under tight deadlines;
7. Full computer literacy in internet searching, basic web site management skills, Microsoft office programs;
8. The job is expected to be performed from the place of origin by means of Internet. No travel is required.

APPLICATIONS:

The application should consist of cover letter (indicate why the applicant is interested in this position), applicant’s CV and a sample of precious writing in Russian (e.g. a newspaper article, web page or personal blog).

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