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Sep 7, 2017

BOMA Project Technical Advisor (Livelihoods) Job in Kenya

Sep 7, 2017

BOMA Project

We are hiring a Technical Advisor - Livelihoods!

About Us: BOMA
implements a high-impact data driven poverty graduation program (REAP)
for women in the drought- threatened arid lands of Northern Kenya.

We put ultra-poor women at the centre of our work by helping them build a pathway out of extreme poverty.

REAP
addresses three elements that contribute to the cycle of aid dependency
in the arid lands of Africa: low incomes, inconsistent cash flows and
inadequate financial services for poor rural women.

We
help them to start small businesses in their rural communities, so they
can pay for food, school fees and medical care for their families.

Profits
from each REAP business provides a diversified income, while BOMA
savings associations help women to manage cash flow (for daily needs),
plan for future expenses (such as school fees and medical care), and
respond to shocks (such as drought or family emergencies).

Our team of 56 works with 14,482 women so far and have a goal to reach 1 million women across East Africa.

As
we plan to scale our impact to serve more regions in Northern Kenya and
the rest of East Africa, we seek a self driven passionate individual to
join our growing team.

About the role: Turkana
serves as the primary source of training and technical support for BOMA
Project partners who are implementing BOMA’s poverty graduation
project, the Rural Entrepreneurship Access Project (REAP), primarily in
Turkana County.

This
is a strategic position and is key to BOMA’s partnership strategy to
achieve the goal of reaching 1 million women and children in the next
five years.

You
will be in charge of guiding BOMA partners in planning and implementing
each of the REAP components and providing on-going technical assistance
to ensure that the program delivers the best possible outcomes for the
participants.

You
will identify potential challenges and collaborate with partners to
identify the best solutions to keep the program running effectively and
efficiently.

Your responsibilities will include

1. Technical Assistance

Provide
training, technical support and guidance to BOMA Project partners in
Turkana County in planning, implementing and monitoring performance of
the REAP poverty graduation project through extended assignments to the
partner’s area of operations, as well as regular telephone calls and
email communication to BOMA’s partner as requested and necessary.

Review and provide technical and training input on proposals, agreements and MOUs for partnership.

Review and provide technical and training input on internal and external reports and other documents as needed.

Support
partner programs in the recruitment of local staff by providing job
descriptions, creating interview question templates and vetting or
providing feedback to local management on the hiring process.

2. Quality Assurance

Ensure the quality of REAP being implemented by the partner adheres to BOMA Project standards and guiding principles.

Ensure consistent timely progress towards targets and overall project objectives.

Ensure monitoring and quality control mechanisms are in place.

Ensure sharing of evidence and best practices through written reports for internal and external stakeholders.

Ensure
processes are in place for the continual documentation of lessons
learned and the feedback mechanisms that support continual improvements
of REAP implemented through partners.

3. Program Development

Work with partner program managers to develop timely work plans.

Contribute to the professional development of partner field staff by providing training, mentoring, and other guidance.

Develop or revise training materials as required

Work
closely with BOMA colleagues carrying out direct implementation
projects, as well as HQ-based technical staff to access additional
technical resources as needed.

Ensure
that the objectives and activities of the partner implementation
reflect the strategic objectives of BOMA’s commitment to scale and
replication of the REAP program.

Contribute to the development of new and innovative approaches and initiatives in REAP programming.

4. Organizational Learning

As
part of our commitment to organizational learning and in support of our
understanding that learning organizations are more effective, efficient
and relevant to the communities they serve – we expect all team members
to commit 5% of their time to learning activities that benefit the BOMA
Project in support of its strategic goal, as well as themselves.

Key Performance Metrics include:

REAP guidelines and principles well understood by the partner staff

Successful and timely launches of REAP businesses at partner sites

Monthly reviews of KPIs and TA to implementers to carry out adaptations and course corrections as require

Who we are looking for

You are passionate and committed to rural development and economic empowerment

You have the ability to identify problems, design interventions and oversee their implementation

You have a minimum 3 years project management and/or training experience

You
have proven practical experience of 2 + years in at least one of the
following areas: economic empowerment, community development

You have been able to influence and drive results through others

You have experience managing field-based projects in an international organization

You can multitask in ambiguous environments can deliver results while working independently

You are comfortable spending 60% of your time in rural areas in Northern Kenya with simple accommodation and food options

You are a natural in creating and managing sustainable partnerships with diverse stakeholders

You adapt quickly to changing environments

You thrive in highly demanding environments

You are self driven and with a record of solutions created through your highly initiative personality

You have an open mind and are sympathetic about the economic and social situation of Northern Kenya

Understanding of the socio-cultural environment in Turkana and fluency in Turkana language will be an added advantage

Experience in programs focusing on adolescent girls and young women will be an added advantage

You have highly sensitive to cultural differences and have proven ability to work in a wide variety of cultural contexts

You have strong verbal and written communications skills.

You have strong analytical and creative problem-solving skills

You easily navigate IT tools such as MS office, Google drive etc

Bachelor’s degree in Women’s Economic Empowerment, Social Transformation, Community Development or related field

You have the cultural fit to work with Boma Project if:

You are passionate and deeply committed to change in rural Kenya

You embrace and are comfortable working and living in highly changing environmnets

Thinking outside-the-box is your natural trait

You take initiative in driving your own learning and growth

You are excited about working in multicultural team environments

Positivity and enthusiasm are your trademark

Why work with us?

Learn
and grow with us. All members of staff are expected to commit 5% of
their time to learning activities that benefit the BOMA Project as well
as themselves.

Join an entrepreneurial and committed team which is moving the needle on livelihoods for ultra-poor communities"

An opportunity to influence and contribute to BOMA project as we grow and take on new challenges and regions

Be part of changing lives and driving austounding impact

Join a cohesive and fun-loving team!

We
love adventures and enjoy spending time with our amazing communities!
Working with us will give you endless such opportunities

Other information: The
post will be based either in Lodwar or in Nanyuki with frequent travel
(60%) to Turkana County. The position reports to the Deputy Country
Director of the BOMA Project.

Want to apply?

First, read this guide on how to submit your application and tips on our selection process: http://bit.ly/CandidatesGuide

Fill out the application form under this link http://bit.ly/BOMAGAApply

Send your CV in PDF format to careers@edgeperformance.co.ke with the subject line " BOMA Project Graduation Advisor Role"

Deadline for this application is 25th September 2017.

If the role is not filled by then, we will still accept and review applications on a rolling basis.

Not for you?

Please forward the role to your networks who may find it interesting!
Selection process in collaboration with edge recruitment

Nov 10, 2009

World Bank Extended Term Consultant - Financial Management

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NGO and UN Jobs

THE World Bank is looking for highly organized, energized and a seasoned professional to fill the position of Extended Term Consultant (ETC) - Financial Management.

(One Year, renewable)

Location: Bujumbura, Burundi

Closing On: Monday, 09 November 2009

Category: Finance/Economics

Preferred Skills:

The World Bank is looking for highly organized, energized and a seasoned professional, capable of operating effectively in a very demanding fastpaced environment to serve as an Extended Term Consultant - Financial Management (ETC-FM).

The ETC-FM will report to the Regional Financial Management Manager (RFMM) and work from a country office, and assist in all financial management (FM) aspects related to the World Bank’s operations.

This will include, but is not limited to:

assessing the adequacy of project financial management arrangements,
participating in supervision of projects financed by grants and credits with a special attention to value for money issues;
ensuring compliance with the Bank’s audit and other fiduciary requirements,
ensuring that the project operations are carried out in accordance with sound financial management practices,
performing analytical work on financial management and accountability issues in support of building client capacity.

Full details on the scope of responsibilities for this position are available at www.worldbank.org/careers.

The successful candidates should hold a Bachelors degree in accounting, business, finance, economics, or related subject and at least 3 years of relevant experience.

A professional accountancy qualification (CPA, CA or equivalent) is desirable.

Additionally, the candidates should meet the following criteria amongst others.

knowledge of International Accounting Standards and International Standards on Auditing;
Experience with internal audit and internal control systems and procedures (including familiarity with COSO), with the ability to assess such systems and recommend remedial action where necessary;
Experience in auditing and knowledge of what to do with respect to qualified audit reports and matters arising from management letters;
Ability to communicate effectively, in writing and orally, in English and to negotiate substantive and difficult issues with senior government officials;
and Willingness to travel frequently.

Electronic Applications:

For the full job description and selection criteria, qualified candidates are requested to visit and submit the electronic application at www.worldbank.org/careers and click on >employment opportunities >consultant/temporary opportunities> job # 091903 to submit your application electronically to the World Bank.

Paper or email applications will not be considered.

The closing date for receipt of your electronic application is end of day 09th November 2009.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Qualified male and female candidates of diverse background (gender, religious, ethnic etc) are encouraged to apply.

Gender Expert Vacancy Announcement: Association for Strengthening Agricultural Research in Eastern and Central Africa (ASARECA)

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Politics and Governance

The Association for Strengthening Agricultural Research in Eastern and Central Africa (ASARECA) is a not-for-profit sub-regional organization of the National Agricultural Research Institutes (NARIs) of ten countries: Burundi, D.R. Congo, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Kenya, Madagascar, Rwanda, Sudan, Tanzania and Uganda. ASARECA's mission is promoting economic growth, fighting poverty, reducing hunger and enhancing resources through regional collective action in agricultural research for development.

It aims at increasing the efficiency of agricultural research in the region so as to enhance productivity, value added and competitiveness of the regional agricultural system.

Position 007/09 - Gender Expert

We are seeking to recruit for an expert on gender to help steer implementation of the ASARECA gender mainstreaming strategy.

Working the Policy Analysis and Advocacy Programme Manager, the expert will be charged with implementation of the gender mainstreaming strategy and 'Champion' the process in ASARECA.

The job holder will, inter alia:

Support the strengthening of gender mainstreaming in ASARECA's programmes and projects which includes use of gender criteria in project proposals, reporting and evaluation, and revision of the gender criteria where appropriate
Develop, propose and undertake gender mainstreaming initiatives in the region including providing technical backstopping towards the development of a gender strategy in each of the NARS in EGA;
Support ASARECA and its partners to formulate gender responsive policies to enhance gender mainstreaming in agricultural research
Identify and build capacity of gender quality assurance teams at appropriate levels in each NARS of ASARECA.
Coordinate and maintain a close working relationship and strong communication channels with ASARECA stakeholders
Represent AsARECA's interests at relevant gender events.
Serve as ASARECA's contact point and partner with social and gender policy experts in the ECA region and consequently build a network for addressing issues of regional priority in relation to gender.
Identify individuals who can be champions of change in partner organizations in order to enhance institutional commitment at ASARECA.

Qualification and experience

The person will have a University degree at Masters level in Gender or Development studies, Social sciences, Humanitarian studies, Political Science and Economics.
The person will have 5 to 7 years progressive experience in application of gender mainstreaming in programmes and projects in agricultural research for development in some or all of the ASARECA member countries with proven qualities of synthesis and strong ability to analyze, prepare and present written materials in excellent English.
Knowledge of French is desirable.

Duration

This contract will be initially for a period of twenty four months, renewable subject to annual performance review and availability of funding.

Special requirements

Applicants should be nationals of ASARECA member countries.
Willingness and ability for frequent and sustained travel to participate, organise or facilitate meetings/ workshops/ conferences

Remuneration and other Benefits

The remuneration package is comparable to those offered by similar regional organisations in Eastern and Central Africa.
It includes a regionally competitive salary and allowances for housing and transport, education for dependent children, health insurance, gratuity and home leave.

Method of Application

Applicants should send an application letter clearly demonstrating their suitability in meeting the qualifications, experience and the required competencies.

A copy of an up-to-date curriculum vitae and names of three referees and their complete addresses -postal, telephone, fax and e-mail.

Deadline for receiving applications will be 20 November 2009 and should be addressed to:

The Head of Administration
ASARECA, Plot 5, Mpigi Road,
PO Box 765, Entebbe, Uganda.
Tel: 256-41-320212 or 320556 or 321389
Fax:256-41-321126
Email: HR @ asareca.org

More information about the position and the organisation is available at http://www.asareca.org

Uganda Road Fund Job Vacancies

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legal

In June, 2008 Parliament passed the Uganda Road Fund Act, the object of which- is to finance the routine and periodic maintenance of public roads in Uganda from earmarked road user charges.

The Fund has a duty to finance the implementation of the Annual Road Maintenance Programmes that are carried out by the Uganda National Roads Authority and the other designated road agencies responsible for District, Urban and Community Access Roads.

In May, 2009, by Statutory Instrument, the Fund Management Board ("the Board") was constituted. The Board has the responsibility to oversee the performance of the Fund.

The day to day business of the Fund is to be carried out by a by a Secretariat, managed by an Executive Director.

The Executive Director was appointed in September 2009 and took up his appointment on 1st November 2009.

The Board now seeks to appoint other key manager and accordingly invites applications from suitably qualified individuals for the following positions:

Manager, Fund Management
Manager, Programming
Manager, Corporate Services
Manager, Internal Audit

Successful candidates for the first three of these positions will join the Management Team, under the leadership of the Executive Director, to ensure that the Secretariat efficiently and effectively carries out its functions and pursues its organisational objectives.

The Management Team will drive the strategic direction and output quality of the Secretariat through clear business planning and robust management frameworks.

It will lead the development of policies, strategies, procedures, and plans for the Fund, including organisational, financial, staffing and human resource issues.

It will also provide effective leadership of Secretariat staff by guiding staff and promoting the organisation's mission and values, provide technical leadership, enhance strategic capability and provide service excellence in their respective disciplines.

The Manager, Internal Audit will report directly to the Board on the development, implementation and results of a comprehensive programme of technical and financial audit of the activities of the Board. He/she will also liaise with and provide advice to the Executive Director on all audit matters.

The Road Fund is a new entity and the Secretariat will need energetic and dynamic managers with the drive necessary to deliver a demanding business plan. Consequently, only candidates aged 50 and below, who meet the requirements of the positions will be considered for further evaluation and interview.

Brief descriptions of each position are given here; further details may be obtained from the address or from the website listed below:

Manager, Fund Management

The Manager, Fund Management is responsible for development and management of policies, processes, procedures and systems for fund management, financial and management accounting, ensuring complete, timely and accurate recording and reporting of all transactions of the Fund in accordance with generally accepted accounting standards.

The Manager will formulate and oversee short, medium and long term funding programmes in support of the Fund's core business, He/she will also support the Executive Director to represent the Board in government financial forums, including Ministry of Finance, Planning and Economic Development, Parliament and other review committees securing operational funding for the Board and providing advice as required.

Qualifications and Competencies

Applicants must possess a Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or a similarly
relevant discipline obtained from a recognized institution of higher learning.

A Master's degree in Finance, Economics or Business Administration will be an added advantage.

The applicant must have attained full (chartered) membership of a recognized accounting professional institution (eg ACCA, CPA, CIMA) and have at least 10 years working experience in accounting and financial management in progressively more senior positions.

It is preferable that at least 5 years of this experience shall have been in the corporate sector.

In addition the applicant must have:

Membership of ICPAU or equivalent body.
Full understanding of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)
Proven strategic thinking ability.
Project and change management experience.
Understanding of effective information delivery techniques including training, marketing and communication.
Thorough understanding of public sector financial management and accounting processes and procedures.
Understanding of the funding processes and procedures of development partners.
Experience in developing and describing the future vision, in a way that encourages and motivates staff to follow
Experience in a position with strategic focus, ability to rise above detail, to summarise overall patterns, assess value, and see trends.
Experience in delegation, managing workloads and work streams, budgeting and monitoring costs and ensuring compliance
Experience in building teams and fostering relationships.

Manager, Programming

The Manager, Programming is responsible for the development and maintenance of Fund programming policies and procedures.

The Manager will focus on delivery of "value for money" programmes of road maintenance and safety works together with relevant research, education and training.

The Manager will advise on the appropriate level of road user charges, Government contributions and donor funding.

He/she will also advise on appropriate methods for allocating available funds to the activities of the Fund.

The Manager will prepare, update and manage performance agreements with executing agencies and provide guidance to these agencies on the development of their programmes of works to be funded by the Fund.

He/she will manage the evaluation of road maintenance programmes and plans proposed by designated agencies in terms of their affordability and compliance with funding guidelines and the mandate of the Fund and oversee the preparation of the Annual Road Expenditure Programme, together with one year, three year and five year maintenance programmes as required by the Uganda Road Fund

Qualifications and Competencies

Applicants must possess a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Economics and a Master's degree in Highway Engineering, Transport Economics or a related transportation or planning discipline.

The applicant must hold professional (chartered) status with an appropriate professional institution or registration body.

He/she must have at least 10 years work experience in progressively more senior positions and must be able to demonstrate:

Excellent knowledge of the road sector in Uganda especially the classification, administration and funding systems
Proven strategic thinking.
Project and change management experience.
Experience in the development of road sector programmes, and in the methods used to determine priorities; understanding of the principles of road 'management.
Working knowledge of current computerised Road Management Systems and associated planning tools;
Understanding of effective information delivery techniques including education, marketing and communication.
Experience in a position with strategic focus, ability to rise above detail, to summarise overall patterns, assess value, and see trends.
Experience in: delegation, managing workloads and work streams, budgeting and monitoring costs, and ensuring compliance.
Experience in building teams and fostering relationships.

Manager, Corporate Services

The Manager, Corporate Services provides legal, corporate and business advice to the Executive Director on all processes of contracting involving the Fund and engages on behalf of the Fund on all legal cases, negotiations and mediations and ensure protection of interest of the Fund.

He/she will ensure the conformance of all policies, procedures, systems and practices in the Fund to National operating laws and relevant international standards and will act as Legal Secretary to the Fund.

He/she will also be responsible for the development, implementation and periodic review of comprehensive Human Resource policies and plans for the Fund, including staff recruitment, remuneration, appraisal, discipline and welfare

The Manager will develop, implement and maintain Information Management policies and procedures of the Fund, including the definition and procurement of hardware and software, together with appropriate support arrangements and system administration.

He/she will also be responsible for the development and implementation of processes and procedures for the management of the physical assets of the Fund.

The Manager will develop, coordinate and manage the communications and outreach programmes of the Fund, taking responsibility for all public and media relations.

Qualifications and Competencies

Applicants will possess a Bachelors degree in law, social sciences, economics or other relevant discipline.

A Master's degree in business, economics, management or law will be an added advantage.

Applicants shall have membership of the ICSA.

They shall have attained a minimum of 10 years of practical working experience in progressively more senior positions in corporate services, in a busy organisation and shall be able to demonstrate:

Good knowledge of Corporate Governance issues and the intricacies of the legal environment locally in Uganda and internationally.
Thorough understanding of public sector administration.
Working knowledge and experience of finance, procurement and company laws.
Highly developed verbal and written communication skills.
Significant experience in a senior capacity of human resource management and development.
Experience in business planning.
Experience as a manager of all administrative aspects of an enterprise of similar nature to the Fund.
Experience in the management of consultants and suppliers, including advanced project management techniques.

Manager, Internal Audit

The Manager, Internal Audit will be accountable to the Fund Management Board (the Board) for the development, planning, implementation and reporting of a comprehensive and statistically robust programme of technical and financial audit of the operations of the Board.

The auditable activities include both the internal operations of the Board and Secretariat and the various work programmes and other activities funded by the Road Fund and undertaken by designated agencies and others as provided by the Uganda Road Fund Act 2008.

The Manager will be responsible for development of consultancy agreements and for coordination and management of audits where such services are outsourced.

The Manager will in particular be expected to:

Provide an independent investigation and appraisal function to the Board
Evaluate the effectiveness, efficiency and economy of the Fund's operations.
Confirm the compliance of the Fund with the laws, policies and operating instructions of the organisation.
Review appropriateness of the fund risk management and mitigation - and advise on the adequacy and application of risk management.
Review the operations and transactions of the Fund that could adversely affect the well being of the Fund
Certify returns submitted to regulatory authorities, Ministry or Parliament and development partners.
Confirm compliance with the appropriate accounting procedures and accounting controls in respect of the Fund's operations.
Coordinate all external audits of the Fund, including from the Office of the Auditor General and assist in implementing agreed actions.

Qualifications and Competencies

Applicants will possess a Bachelors degree in Commerce or Business Administration or an equivalent degree qualification from a reputable University.

A Masters Degree in Finance and Accounting or Business Administration will be an added advantage.

They must also have attained full (chartered) membership of a recognized accounting professional institution (eg ACCA, CPA, CIMA, CIA).

The Manager must have at least 10 years work experience in progressively more senior positions in internal and external auditing and at least 5 years as head of internal auditing.

In addition, they should be able to demonstrate:

A high degree of integrity.
Excellent analytical skills.
Thorough understanding of public sector administration.
Experience in the audit of publicly funded operations
Working knowledge and experience of finance, procurement and company laws.
Highly developed verbal and written communication skills
Experience in the management of consultants and suppliers, including advanced project management techniques.

Salary and Benefits

These positions will be offered under a contract of three years, renewable.
Attractive negotiable packages are available to the right candidates.

Conditions for Applications

Applications accompanied by

a capability statement detailing the applicant's general qualifications, adequacy for the post or assignment and illustrated personal experience in the East African Region;
copies of testimonials;
detailed curriculum vitae showing positions held;
current salary;
3 referees; and
postal address, daytime telephone contacts and email address of applicants should be submitted either in hard copy or by email in portable document format (pdf) to:

The Executive Director,
Uganda Road Fund,
5th Floor Soliz House
Plot 23 Lumumba Avenue,
Kampala - Uganda

Or by email to info @ roadfund.ug

website: www.finance.go.ug

To reach the Executive Director no later than 7th December, 2009 at 5.00 p.m

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Any form of canvassing will result in automatic disqualification.

The Uganda Road Fund is an equal opportunity employer.

Uganda National Planning Authority Career Opportunities: Request for Applications for Short Term Consultancy Services

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Monitoring and Evaluation

Background

The National Planning Authority (NPA) was created by the Constitution of the Republic of Uganda, Article 115, 1995, and operationalized by the Parliamentary Act 15, 2002.

The Authority is mandated to develop, monitor and evaluate national development plans, elaborated in terms of the perspective vision and the long term and medium term plans.

The Authority has received support from the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) to undertake a study and produce a framework to guide the design and implementation of its own monitoring and evaluation system.

To this end, the Authority requires services of a team leader and four (4) local consultants to carry out the necessary studies and produce the framework.

The overall objective of the consultancy is to study the existing planning and monitoring environments, including the best practices, and produce a comprehensive costed framework necessary for designing and implementing NPA's monitoring and evaluation system.

The framework should also outline the capacity requirements of the Authority to enable it carry out its functions as Secretariat for overall oversight of the proposed National Vision Framework and the National Development Plan (NDP).

Specific Objectives

To produce a costed comprehensive monitoring and evaluation framework to guide the design and implementation of the NPA monitoring and evaluation system..
To develop an Action Plan for implementation of the framework

Terms of Reference for the Team Leader

The following are the specific terms of reference for the team leader:

Prepare an inception report, with work-plan, on the assignment for approval by the Authority;
To have overall responsibility for delivery and presentation of outputs of the assignment i.e the Monitoring and Evaluation Report (Framework);
To lead the team of four (4) local Consultants and assign them work in the areas of Systems Analysis, Development Economics, Public Sector Management and Statistics, respectively, for achievement of the objectives and outputs of the assignment;
Take lead on technical tasks, including undertaking systems analysis, designing mechanisms and technical solutions, and preparing the implementation plan for the proposed framework and system;
Coordinate and lead the team for consultation meetings with stakeholders; and
Prepare and present bi-weekly progress reports to the Authority.

Person Specifications for the Team leader:

The team leader should have at least a Masters Degree in Monitoring and Evaluation, with demonstrated national level experience of at least five years in designing monitoring and evaluation frameworks.

He/she should have best practices knowledge and experience of M&E frameworks and systems.

Additional person requirement of the team leader:

The Consultant should have excellent skills in policy review and formulation.

The Consultant should have strong skills in monitoring and evaluation programming and project implementation.

Knowledge and practical experience in development policies and processes such as National Development Plans (NDPs), Poverty Reduction Strategy Papers (PRSPs), New Partnership for African Development (NEPAD) plans and the Mellenium Development Goals (MDGs), will be of added advantage.

Remuneration:

The Team Leader's payment shall be based on the financial proposal developed for this consultancy;
Payment shall be made in three installments of 20%, 30% and 50%, respectively;
The initial payment will be made upon submission of an inception report acceptable to the Authority. This will be made in five days w.e.f signing the Contract;
The second payment will be effected upon submission of an acceptable draft report and Action Plan;
The final payment will be made upon submission of all final outputs, incorporating suggestions and recommendations from the Authority and/or the validation workshops;
One return ticket will be provided to the team leader;
Office space and logistics and land transport will also be provided.

Outputs for the team leader:

The following are the specific outputs of the assignment:

A framework comprising, among others, a ready for implementation (programming) costed technical option/solution (10 well packaged soft and hard copy) ii) An Action Plan for establishing the monitoring and evaluation system for the National Planning Authority (10 well packaged soft and hard copy)
Process report containing reports and minutes on stakeholder participatory consultations and/or workshops (10 well packaged soft and hard copies)

Timing and reporting:

The duration of this consultant is estimated to be three months (1st Dec. 2009 to 28th Feb. 2010)
The consultancy shall be responsible to the NPA Executive Director
The day to day reporting and quality assurance will be to the Director for Research, Innovation, Monitoring and Evaluation
Technical backstopping and quality assurance shall be the responsibility NPA Board, who will be responsible for approving the outputs

Person specifications and Terms of Reference for the four (4) Local Consultants

The four (4) support consultants required (sector specific specialists) should possess at least a Masters Degree and three years experience in Systems Analysis, Development Economics, Public Sector Management and Statistics.

Knowledge and practical experience in development policies and processes such as National Development Plans (NDPs), Poverty Reduction Strategy Papers (PRSPs), New Partnership for African Development (NEPAD) and the Mellenium Development Goals (MDGs), will be of added advantage

The person specifications for each of the four (4) support Consultants are given below:

(a) Systems Analyst

The Systems Analyst should have at least a Masters Degree in Systems Analysis, with national level experience of at least three years in systems analysis.
He/she should have best practices knowledge and experience of M&E frameworks and systems.
The Consultant should have excellent computer programming skills.

(b) Development Economist

The Development Economist should have at least a Masters Degree in Development Economics or Planning and Policy Analysis or Master of Science in Economics, with national level experience of at least three years in monitoring and evaluation.
The Consultant should have best practices knowledge and experience of M&E frameworks and systems.

The Consultant should have at least a Masters Degree in Public Sector management, with national level experience of at least three years in Public Sector Management or a related field.
He/she should have best practices knowledge and experience of M&E frameworks and systems.

d) Statistician

The Statistician should have at least a Masters Degree in Statistics, with national level experience of at least three years in designing monitoring and evaluation frameworks and systems.
The Statistician should have knowledge and work experience with non-state actors.
The Consultant should also have best practices knowledge and experience of M&E frameworks and systems.
Demonstrated experience in Computer programming will be of added advantage

Terms of Reference for the four (4) support Consultants

Each of the above four Consultants will be responsible for specific tasks and outputs to be assigned after approval of the team leader's inception report.

The overall tasks of the team of four (4) Consultants will include;

Undertaking systems analysis of existing management information systems of key stakeholder institutions to inform the framework
Defining alternative technical options and recommending a practical and cost effective solution within the framework
Defining and costing the infrastructure requirements of the framework
Providing an appropriate implementation schedule for various elements of the technical solution
Preparing situation analysis reports on national development planning, public sector management and statistical require¬ments of the Authority and key stakeholder institutions to inform the design of the technical solution
Guiding the technical discussions on systems analysis, development planning, public sector management, Statistics and related areas of the framework, respectively.
Reviewing policies, legal and regulatory frameworks and pointing out strengths and weaknesses to inform the Frame¬work
Undertaking review of the Authority's medium term data needs and preparing a report to inform preparation of the framework
Organizing stakeholder consultation meetings and workshops
Preparing a weekly work-plan and progress report
Carrying out any other duties assigned by the team leader

Outputs of the four (4) Consultants

The following are the expected outputs from the support team of the four (4) Consultants:

Working papers (including situation analyses) on systems analysis, planning, public sector management and statistics to inform the framework ")
An Implementation Schedule for the proposed technical " solution
Jointly responsible for production of the monitoring and evaluation framework, a corresponding Action Plan and process reports and minutes,
Weekly work-plans and progress reports to the team leader

Timing and reporting of the four (4) Consultants :

The duration of the consultancy is three months (1st Dec. 2009 to 28th Feb. 2010)
The team of four (4) consultant will report to the Team leader but be responsible to the NPA,Executive Director

Remuneration for the four (4) Consultants

Attractive package comparable with international rates for local Consultants
The Consultant shall be based on a monthly based on monthly progress reports subject to approval by the Team leader;

Interested Candidates should apply to:

Executive Director
National Planning Authority
Crested Towers, Short Tower
P.O Box 21434, Kampala
Tel: +256-414-250214;

Email: np @ npa.ug:

Fax: +256-414-250213

Deadline for Submission of Applications: 19th November 2009

Sep 11, 2009

Lead Business Continuity Management (BCM) Officer – Bank in Africa Job Vacancy

Riche September 11, 2009 Accounting and Finance , Economics and Statistics 0 Comments

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CA Global Africa recruitment is currently looking for a Lead Business Continuity Management (BCM) Officer for a Bank in Africa.

The sole purpose of this role is that of sustaining and enhancing the corporate resilience in the face of events that have the potential to disrupt the Bank’s operations.

The Candidates responsibilities will include (but are not limited to):

Develop, implement and maintain policy, standards and governance framework to enable the effective management, testing, measurement and reporting of the Bank Group’s resilience and its ability to continue its operations with agreed parameters.
Develop methodologies and standards, and provide expert technical assistance related to contingency planning to organizational units throughout the Bank for preparing, testing and updating their own contingency plans.
Ensure the development and maintenance of up-to-date and practical contingency plans which would assist the Bank in quickly restoring operations after emergency or a disaster that affects the Bank’s business resources at the Headquarter (HQ), or Field Offices (FOs).
Prepare budget, cost/benefit analyses, and other financial evaluation of available business contingency planning options and make recommendations to management.
Research and stay abreast of all major threats that could impact the Bank’s business activities where the Bank operates.
Organize periodic business impact analysis (BIAs) in order to establish the potential impact of these threats to the Bank’s business resources.
Organize and manage regular BCM and disaster recovery tests simulating the loss of the various production function sites and the use of the existing recovery sites based on one or more impact types; assessing and ensuring readiness and currency.
Manage a team and coordinate with the Bank services all aspects of work area recovery, testing, reporting, presenting and dealing with disaster situations.
Coordinate with corporate services and IT and Telecommunication teams to identify gaps and track status of actions and issues; provide expertise and guidance on BCM and disaster recovery solutions.
Partner with other Bank risk-based functions, principally in relation to IT Security, to coordinate and ensure consistency across BCM sites and readiness for disaster recovery planning efforts.
Provide guidance and training to sensitize the Bank’s staff, and regional institutions, on BCM concepts, methodology, regulations, contingency requirements and tools via workshops, individual and group meetings, webcast tutorials.
Work closely with BCM colleagues in sister institutions, to understand global and regional and local regulatory and compliance requirements for BCP and to contribute to the refinement and continuous improvement of a standardized, best-in-class, BCM methodology and technology platform.

The candidate must have;

Minimum of either (8) years of experience in risk, security management, disaster recovery and BCP-related work;
At least a Masters degree in accounting, economics, IT security and engineering, or in any relevant or related field of expertise;
Business Continuity Planner Certification (ABCP/CBCP) or equivalent accreditation will be an advantage;
Familiarity with industry standard BCM Planning models and tools understanding and application of business continuity management principles and techniques;
Excellent understanding of the activities, functions and underlying processes of the Bank group (or similar international organizations);
Ability to think strategically and help others stay focused on the appropriate level of detail;
Experience in building effective teams and programs and the ability to lead through others;
High degree of personal commitment, good interpersonal and communication skills;
Competence in the use of Bank standard software applications (MS Office);
Ability to communicate and write effectively in English and/or French; a very good working knowledge of the other language is mandatory.

Please send your CV to Camilla at CA Global (Camilla @ caglobal.co.za), or visit our webpage (www.caglobalint.com) for further details.

Should you not hear from us within two (2) weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.

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