SADC VACANCY: Director of the SADC-Groundwater Management Institute

The SADC Groundwater Management Institute (SADC-GMI) is a newly established regional center of excellence on groundwater hosted by the University of the Free State in Bloemfontein, South Africa on behalf of and under the strategic guidance of the SADC Secretariat, Directorate of Infrastructure and Services - Water Division, in Gaborone, Botswana.

The vision of the SADC-GMI is to ensure the equitable and sustainable use and protection of groundwater, as well as being a center of excellence in the areas of groundwater management and management of groundwater dependent ecosystems in the region. The role of the GMI will be to:

• Promote sustainable groundwater management and solutions to groundwater challenges in the SADC region through building capacity, providing training, advancing research, supporting infrastructure development, and enabling dialogue and exchange of groundwater information.
• Conduct and support SADC Member States in groundwater research, and serve as a focal interlocutor with national, regional and international groundwater initiatives.

SADC GMI is established as a not-for-profit company under South African law and a business plan was prepared as part of the establishment process and outlines the task, responsibilities and long term development plan of the Institute. For the coming 5 years the SADC-GMI will act as the implementing agency of the Sustainable Groundwater Management in SADC Member States Project funded by the World Bank (through the support of the Global Environment Facility and the Cooperation in International Waters in Africa trust fund). During this period the SADC-GMI is expected to secure long term funding to become a sustainable center of excellence and groundwater expertise in the region providing research, training and advice to public and private sector clients.

The SADC-GMI is guided and supervised by a Board of Directors with representatives of the SADC Secretariat, SADC Member States and the University of the Free State.

The Board of Directors of SADC GMI hereby invites applications from suitably qualified candidates to fulfill the position of:
Director of the SADC-GMI

Key Responsibilities

• Provide leadership, vision and operational management for the SADC-GMI
• Lead the strategic and effective partnership with the hosting entity, the University of the Free State
• Drive the functional and organisational development of the SADC-GMI
• Develop and maintain the relationships with the SADC Secretariat and SADC Member States representatives (through SADC Subcommittee on Hydrogeology)
• Manage the activities of the SADC-GMI and provide internal leadership
• It will be the task of the director to appoint the SADC-GMI team in consultation with the board of directors.
• Plan and implement the Sustainable Groundwater Management Project in SADC Member States
• Act as a custodian of the corporate governance for the SADC-GMI
• Develop the SADC-GMI brand and its public image as center of excellence and SADC institution
• Manage the organizational and individual performance of SADC-GMI staff
• Raise funds for long term SADC-GMI operational and program activities so that SADC-GMI will be financially self-sustainable after the initial five year term.
• Manage the finances of the GMI

Required qualifications and experience:

• A minimum of Master's Degree from a recognized institution in institutional and business management, water related field or other relevant field
• At least 15 years' of work experience, of which 10 years is progressive experience in management at international level
• Experience in working in similar fields in the SADC region will be an added advantage
• Personifying an agency that enables cooperation at national, regional and international levels
• Proven experience in operationalising institutions, including management of staff and programme
• Performance, strategic and business planning and sustainable financial management and fund raising
• Experience in working in both a development and a research organization will be an added advantage

Personal Attributes

• National of one of the SADC Member States will have an added advantage
• Fluency in English is required and working knowledge of Portuguese or French will be an advantage
• Shares knowledge and experience and is a good communicator and facilitator
• Approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude
• Is willing to travel frequently as required by the job and to support the SADC Secretariat and
  Member States
• Demonstrates evidence of the following: critical thinking and problem solving, planning and organization, decision making, communication skills, negotiation skills, multicultural sensitivity and delegation

Terms we offer

• The SADC-GMI offers a dynamic working environment with a competitive salary and employment conditions
• The contract term is Five years subject to proven good performance, with an initial six months' probation period; with the possibility of re-appointment for a further term should SADC-GMI be financially sustainable.
• The duty station of the SADC-GMI Director is Bloemfontein in South Africa
• Applications from well qualified women are especially encouraged

How to apply

• Candidates are invited to learn more about the SADC-GMI and the position of the Director by accessing the website www.sadc.int/water/groundwater.sadc.int or to contact Ms Barbara Lopi of the SADC Water Division (blopi@sadc.int ) for the access to web-based information on the SADC Water Sector.
• Interested candidates should forward a Word-processed application letter and detailed Curriculum Vitae to Chairman of the Board of SADC-GMI e-mail pramoeli@sadc.int with copy to jphiri@sadc.int on or before 8th April, 2015.
• Only shortlisted applicants meeting the above requirements will be contacted.

Attachments:

• Advert and ToRs (English) - Job vacancy SADC GMI Director Final March 2015.docx
• Advert and ToRs (Portuguese) - Job Vacancy GMI Director 19th May 2014.docx
• Advert and ToRs (French) - GMI Director Bloemfontein FK-Rv 2.docx

GDSA VACANCY: GDSA COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER

Led by the Government of Botswana, the Gaborone Declaration is a regional policy framework for sustainable development that was signed onto by South Africa, Namibia, Mozambique, Rwanda, Kenya, Tanzania, Liberia, Gabon and Ghana. It is a commitment to incorporating the values of natural capital into public and private policies and practices, working toward sustainable production, and increasing the data, knowledge and capacity to pursue a sustainable development pathway.

As the Secretariat, Conservation International leads the coordination of the Gaborone Declaration, including defining a framework for implementation, working directly with national governments to promote and pursue action, cultivating partnerships with private and public entities interested in supporting the effort, and developing projects that demonstrate the principles of the Gaborone Declaration.

The Communications Officer, working with the Executive Secretary and other members of the GDSA Secretariat, as well as relevant staff from CI’s Africa + Madagascar Field Division (AMFD), will develop the communications plan for the GDSA and take the lead in its implementation. The Communications Officer will be responsible for disseminating information to and maintaining support for the GDSA among key stakeholders.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and implement communications strategy for Gaborone Declaration for Sustainability in Africa.
• Disseminate information to and foster information flow between GDSA signatories and stakeholders through the GDSA website, newsletters, events and other channels as appropriate.
• Develop and maintain communications content, products and channels related to the GDSA.
• Serve as primary point of contact for media relations regarding the GDSA.

Working Conditions

• Typical office environment.
• This position is based in Gaborone, Botswana. Some domestic and international travel will be required.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required

• The Communications Officer should have a B.A. 
• 4 to 6 years experience in a similar position.
• Experience with web design, media relations, and other communications disciplines.
• An understanding of issues pertaining to sustainable development in Africa.
• Experience working with African government stakeholders at high levels.
• Proven writing and editorial ability.
• Excellent communications skills both orally and in writing.
• English language fluency.

Preferred

• French language fluency.
• A higher terminal degree (Masters) is desirable in a discipline related to communications and/or the environment.

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VACANCY AT GDSA: EXECUTIVE SECRETARY

The Executive Secretary of the Gaborone Declaration for Sustainability in Africa (GDSA) provides vision, strategy and thought leadership for the Gaborone Declaration and leads execution of the requirements of the Secretariat of the GDSA, which has been delegated to Conservation International. S/he leads the development, review, and implementation of CI’s strategy as GDSA Secretariat, and ensures adequate resources are secured to deliver on the strategy and its goals. As a principal spokesperson and champion for the GDSA but also as CI employee, s/he works continuously and extensively with key internal and external stakeholders and decision makers, simultaneously representing the GDSA and CI, specifically CI’s engagements in Africa. S/he is CI’s focal point for engagement with African Heads of State, other government representatives, partners and donors in relation to the GDSA. S/he effectively champions partnerships and alliances to secure major funding and expand CI’s reach and scale of impact for the GDSA.

The Executive Secretary will supervise a small team that functions as the Secretariat, housed in the Ministry of Environment, Wildlife and Tourism in Gaborone, Botswana. S/he has maximum independence in performing his or her job duties. Decisions have a highly visible impact on CI’s resources and reputation.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide vision, leadership and thought strategy for the Secretariat of the GDSA and CI’s engagement in Sub-Saharan Africa. 
• Ensure that CI is well represented within GDSA signatory countries, via travel and meetings, and promote the work of CI to signatories to aid in advancement of GDSA commitments.
• Represent GDSA Secretariat’s interests to CI’s Leadership Group, at board meetings and in meetings with senior government officials, corporate representatives, foundations and major donors.
• Actively cultivate partnerships and alliances to raise awareness of the GDSA, design and implement projects that fulfill GDSA principles, and bring resources to GDSA initiatives.
• Provide input and technical expertise in the development of CI’s overall strategy for Sub-Saharan Africa, including creating 5-10 year outcomes, annual division wide work-plans and other strategy documents
• Partner with and across CI programs to effectively deliver on GDSA commitments. 
• Champion efforts to support AMFD Field Programs to deliver on GDSA commitments through engagement with country focal points.
• Provide strategic oversight and programmatic decision-making for the development of new innovative programs, project proposals, and fundraising efforts including identifying and pursuing of new sources of funding.
• Fundraise for the GDSA Secretariat, ensuring financial sustainability over five years.

Working Conditions

• Work is typically performed in an office environment.
• Ability to work extended and irregular hours.
• Flexibility in work schedule to accommodate time differences with HQ and the region.
• Frequent international travel of up to 50%, often to remote locations.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required

• Advanced degree in biological, environmental, social science, economics, international development, business or related field.
• At least 20 years of broad management and leadership experience, programmatic development, government collaboration, and other relevant experience.
• Demonstrated talent in functioning as an agent of change in strategy development, program management, private sector/government engagement, and international policy related to conservation endeavors.
• Proven track record in securing multi-million dollar grants to support conservation and/or sustainable development agendas.
• Demonstrated network of and/or access to high-level decision makers and opinion leaders in public and private organizations with interest in Africa.
• Successful experience negotiating complex agreements with governments, NGOs and other key supporters.
• Superb communication and presentation skills.
• Extensive experience (10+ years) in strategically managing staff and human capital.
• Proven ability to successfully engage and motivate staff.
• Documented experience in communicating brand and strategy to external audiences.
• Fluency in English and French.

Preferred

• Fluency in Portuguese.

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CROWN AGENTS USA VACANCIES II

Crown Agents USA, Inc. (CA-USA) is seeking a Chief of Party, Resident Advisor- Government Debt Planning & Management, and a Resident Advisor- Debt Capital Markets for an anticipated USAID-funded Financial Market Development Activity located in Pakistan. 

Our Business

Crown Agents is an international development company employing over 600 personnel worldwide with a presence in more than 40 countries, subsidiaries in 11 countries, and permanent staff working on the ground in 22 corporate offices in Africa, Asia Latin America, Japan, the United Kingdom, and the United States.  Crown Agents provides direct assistance, management consulting, and human and institutional development for public and private sector clients in customs and trade facilitation, public financial management, procurement, logistics, and health systems strengthening.

Crown Agents USA (CA-USA), the U.S. incorporated subsidiary of Crown Agents, provides direct technical assistance, capacity development, and procurement services  to stimulate economic growth, establish good governance, and improve health outcomes across the developing world.  Since its incorporation in the United States in 1998, CA-USA has provided technical assistance services and support to U.S. Government agencies and international organizations such as the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), the Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC), the U.S. Trade and Development Agency (USTDA), Department of State (DOS), and the Gates Foundation.

Project Description

Under the USG's Foreign Assistance Framework, the "Financial Market Development Activity" will support the Government of Pakistan (GOP) to meet its objectives to introduce financial sector reforms that will strengthen Pakistan's Debt Capital Markers and improve management of Sovereign Debt. USAID's long-term economic growth policy and strategy is for Pakistan to have a properly functioning and reliable debt capital market; one that reflects established debt elements and is integral to sustained, robust economic growth.

Speculated Position Descriptions

CHIEF OF PARTY

• Master’s degree or higher qualification in finance, economics, or business
• At least 15 years of progressively responsible experience implementing large development programs
• Experience overseeing multiple activities involving financial market development specifically related to debt markets, regulatory and policy reform and capacity building
• Experience in advocacy for reform with government officials
• Demonstrated ability to negotiate with state agencies
• Experience in developing countries is required; experience in Pakistan is preferred

RESIDENT ADVISOR, GOVERNMENT DEBT PLANNING & MANAGEMENT

• Master’s degree or higher qualification in finance, economics, or business
• At least 10 years of experience in government debt issuance and government bond market development
• Experience carrying out debt policy program design and implementation and making policy recommendations
• Demonstrated ability to prepare a comprehensive master plan for a government debt strategy
• Experience with international development agencies or international financial institutions in the Asia/South Asia and Pacific region is preferred, with experience in Pakistan strongly preferred

RESIDENT ADVISOR, DEBT CAPITAL MARKETS

• Master’s degree or higher qualification in finance, economics, or business
• At least 10 years of experience in government debt issuance and government bond market development
• Experience strengthening and deepening domestic debt markets
• Ability to prepare and implement a comprehensive master plan for building a robust debt capital market
• Demonstrated experience strengthening and capacity building of government institutions
• Experience building consensus among various stakeholders, including relevant government bodies and private sector stakeholders
• Experience with international development agencies or international financial institutions in the Asia/South Asia and Pacific region is preferred, with experience in Pakistan strongly preferred

Application Process

To apply to this position, please email your CV to careers@crownagents.com.  Include your name, along with “15-12A Chief of Party”, “15-12B Resident Advisor- Government Debt Planning & Management” or “15-12C Resident Advisor- Debt Capital Markets” in the subject line.  Visit our website at www.crownagentsusa.com for more information about our company. No phone calls, faxes or walk-ins please.  Crown Agents USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and affords equal opportunity to all qualified applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, disability or any other status protected under local, state or federal laws.

Crown Agents USA will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with qualified disabilities in accordance with the ADA. If you require a reasonable accommodation for our application process, please contact our Recruiting department directly. Requests will be kept confidential and shared strictly on a need-to-know basis only.

CROWN AGENTS VACANCIES I

DIRECTOR OF TRADE – BOTSWANA

Crown Agents USA, Inc. (CA-USA) is seeking a Director of Trade for an anticipated USAID-funded Southern Africa Trade and Investment Hub Project located in Gaborone, Botswana.

Our Business

Crown Agents is an international development company employing over 600 personnel worldwide with a presence in more than 40 countries, subsidiaries in 11 countries, and permanent staff working on the ground in 22 corporate offices in Africa, Asia Latin America, Japan, the United Kingdom, and the United States.  Crown Agents provides direct assistance, management consulting, and human and institutional development for public and private sector clients in customs and trade facilitation, public financial management, procurement, logistics, and health systems strengthening. 

Crown Agents USA (CA-USA), the U.S. incorporated subsidiary of Crown Agents, provides direct technical assistance, capacity development, and procurement services  to stimulate economic growth, establish good governance, and improve health outcomes across the developing world.  Since its incorporation in the United States in 1998, CA-USA has provided technical assistance services and support to U.S. Government agencies and international organizations such as the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), the Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC), the U.S. Trade and Development Agency (USTDA), Department of State (DOS), and the Gates Foundation.

Project Description

The Southern Africa Trade and Investment Hub Project’s key objectives are to increase international competitiveness, intra-regional trade and food security in Southern Africa.  These objectives are underpinned by an improved regional trade and investment enabling environment coupled with increased agricultural value chain competitiveness supporting intraregional trade.  This project is funded by the USAID and works closely with the Southern African Development Community (SADC).

Specific Responsibilities

The Director of Trade will provide expert guidance while sharing best practice knowledge in order to improve regional trade and investment activities.   To achieve these objectives, the Director of Trade will oversee that the following outcomes are achieved:

1. The Research and implementation of relevant public-private partnerships to leverage funding and in-kind support to achieve results under this initiative.
2. The implementation of trade and transport facilitation measures.  This includes strengthening SADC Secretariat and Member States to comply with requirements and recommendations of applicable regional and international trade agreements and improving corridor management, port management, border crossings, and time and cost to trade information.
3. The advancement of regional and multilateral trade and investment agreements and support institutions.  This includes addressing non-tariff measures that pose barriers to trade and identifying and addressing barriers to investment.

Qualifications

• At least 10 years of experience, preferably within the SADC region, in international trade policy
• A Bachelor’s degree or international equivalent in a relevant discipline such as business, economics, or law required
• Master’s Degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent professional experience
• Experience in researching and implementing public-private partnerships to leverage funding and in-kind support
• Demonstrated ability to identify and address barriers to investment and trade
• Experience in trade policy and international trade law with a robust understanding of Southern African regional trade subtleties; prior experience and knowledge of WTO Trade Facilitation Agreements is preferred
• Demonstrated understanding of SADC institutional architecture and SADC member states in terms of agricultural development issues, regional trade, socio-economic realities, and regional and national trade policies, and their relationship to relevant continental economic and governance institutions (e.g. AU, COMESA)
• A strong understanding of the enabling environment issues that countries face in the Southern Africa Region

Application Process

To apply to this position, please email your CV to careers@crownagents.com.  Include your name, along with “15-28A Director of Trade”, in the subject line.  Visit our website at www.crownagentsusa.com for more information about our company. No phone calls, faxes or walk-ins please.  Crown Agents USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and affords equal opportunity to all qualified applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, disability or any other status protected under local, state or federal laws.

Crown Agents USA will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with qualified disabilities in accordance with the ADA. If you require a reasonable accommodation for our application process, please contact our Recruiting department directly. Requests will be kept confidential and shared strictly on a need-to-know basis only.

TRANSPORT SPECIALIST – BOTSWANA

Crown Agents USA, Inc. (CA-USA) is seeking a Transport Specialist for an anticipated USAID-funded Southern Africa Trade and Investment Hub Project located in Gaborone, Botswana.

Our Business

Crown Agents is an international development company employing over 600 personnel worldwide with a presence in more than 40 countries, subsidiaries in 11 countries, and permanent staff working on the ground in 22 corporate offices in Africa, Asia Latin America, Japan, the United Kingdom, and the United States.  Crown Agents provides direct assistance, management consulting, and human and institutional development for public and private sector clients in customs and trade facilitation, public financial management, procurement, logistics, and health systems strengthening. 

Crown Agents USA (CA-USA), the U.S. incorporated subsidiary of Crown Agents, provides direct technical assistance, capacity development, and procurement services  to stimulate economic growth, establish good governance, and improve health outcomes across the developing world.  Since its incorporation in the United States in 1998, CA-USA has provided technical assistance services and support to U.S. Government agencies and international organizations such as the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), the Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC), the U.S. Trade and Development Agency (USTDA), Department of State (DOS), and the Gates Foundation.

Project Description

The Southern Africa Trade and Investment Hub Project’s key objectives are to increase international competitiveness, intra-regional trade and food security in Southern Africa.  These objectives are underpinned by an improved regional trade and investment enabling environment coupled with increased agricultural value chain competitiveness supporting intraregional trade.  This project is funded by the USAID and works closely with the Southern African Development Community (SADC).

Specific Responsibilities

The Transport Specialist will support the projects efforts to implement trade and transport facilitation measures.   This will include strengthening SADC Secretariat and Member State compliance with requirements and recommendations of applicable regional and international trade agreements and improving corridor management.  Responsibilities include conducting and facilitating WTO Trade Facilitation Needs Self-Assessment for SADC countries that request assistance, implementing Corridor Performance Management Systems; and researching and advising on best practices for port management, border crossings, and time and cost to trade information. 

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in business, transportation and logistics, international trade or other relevant fields; Master’s Degree in a related field desired
• Minimum three years proven working experience in transportation, corridor management or trade agreements
• Minimum three years developing country work experience, particularly under U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID); work experience in SADC member countries preferred
• Experience in trade policy and international trade law with an understanding of Southern African regional trade subtleties; experience with WTO Trade Facilitation Agreements is preferred
• Demonstrated understanding of SADC institutional architecture and SADC member states in terms of regional trade, socio-economic realities, and regional and national trade policies, and their relationship to relevant continental economic and governance institutions (e.g. AU, COMESA)
• A strong understanding of the enabling environment issues that countries face in the Southern Africa Region
• Experience with Corridor Management and implementing Corridor Performance Management Systems (CPMS)
• Strong analytical skills, including the ability to analyze business processes, information systems, organizational policies, and human resources to determine weaknesses in processes and propose changes.
• Must demonstrate personal attributes such as loyalty and integrity in addition to being resourceful and flexible, which is inherent in this position.
• Ability to live and work in Gaborone, Botswana

Application Process

To apply to this position, please email your CV to careers@crownagents.com.  Include your name, along with “15-28B Transport Specialist”, in the subject line.  Visit our website at www.crownagentsusa.com for more information about our company. No phone calls, faxes or walk-ins please.  Crown Agents USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and affords equal opportunity to all qualified applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, disability or any other status protected under local, state or federal laws.

Crown Agents USA will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with qualified disabilities in accordance with the ADA. If you require a reasonable accommodation for our application process, please contact our Recruiting department directly. Requests will be kept confidential and shared strictly on a need-to-know basis only.

ACDI/VOCA VACANCIES: VARIOUS POSITIONS IN SOUTHERN AFRICA

AGOA Manager, Southern Africa

Category : Consultant

Id : 3769

AGOA Manager, Southern Africa

We are currently seeking an AGOA Manager for the anticipated USAID-funded Southern Africa Trade and Investment Hub Program. The project's primary focus will be to provide expert technical assistance to help farmers and firms, through private sector associations, to efficiently meet market requirements of quality and volume and succeed in the international market place. To achieve this objective, technical components will include improving the enabling environment for regional trade; enhancing the integration and competitiveness of regional value chains; and increasing international and regional trade.

Responsibilities:

• Design and implement technical assistance interventions to improve international competitiveness of target commodities at all levels of the value chain. Focus of those strategies should be on investment attraction and facilitation, commercial partnerships, and trade expansion.
• Improve ability of Southern African countries and firms to benefit from AGOA preferences. Lead coordinated efforts to develop AGOA strategies, and monitor progress in implementing those strategies across all countries.
• Develop mechanisms for targeted promotion and knowledge sharing of AGOA benefits and rules of trade.
• Establish commercially viable and sustainable partnerships with national and regional entities involved in export promotion and trade capacity building including export promotion bodies, business associations and councils, and regional economic blocks.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Minimum Bachelor's degree required, strongly preferred Master's degree or equivalent in international trade, economics, public policy, business administration, or related area or equivalent.
• At least ten years of relevant experience, five of which shall be in developing countries, preferably in Southern Africa.
• At least five years of experience (strongly preferred over five years' experience) managing and coordinating promotion activities.
• Strongly preferred experience assisting developing countries supporting developing country firms export, particularly under preferential trade agreements such as AGOA.
• Strongly preferred experience serving in an advisory capacity to high-level government officials on achieving global competitiveness.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with institutional and private sector partners and stakeholders in a multi-country setting.
• Excellent writing and communication skills.
• Ability to use the latest ICT technology and computer software programs.
• Excellent English.

Please apply online at http://www.acdivoca.org/internationaljobs. No phone calls please. Only finalists contacted. Women and minorities encouraged to apply. EOE

 

Agriculture Trade and Investment Director

Category : Consultant

Id : 3679

Since 1963 and in 146 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 approximately 60 projects in 30 countries and total revenues of $173 million.

Agriculture Trade and Investment Director

We are currently seeking an Agriculture Trade and Investment Director for the anticipated USAID-funded Southern Africa Trade Hub program. The project’s primary focus will be to increase international competitiveness, intra-regional trade and food security in Southern Africa. To achieve this objective, technical components will include improving the enabling environment for regional trade; enhancing the integration and competitiveness of regional value chains; and increasing international and regional trade. Agriculture Trade and Investment Director responsibilities will include:

Responsibilities:

• Design and implement technical assistance interventions to improve regional competitiveness of target commodities at all levels of the value chain. Focus of those strategies should be on investment attraction and facilitation, commercial partnerships, and trade expansion.
• Work with producers and enterprises across Southern Africa to develop their capacity to identify and respond to regional and international business opportunities in the potential value chains.
• Use a market led, facilitative approach to identify and remedy enabling environment barriers to agricultural trade.
• Develop and advise on policies that will support sector competitiveness and trade.
• Improve the competitiveness and develop the demand for service provision.
• Facilitate strategic, commercially viable partnerships between value chain actors.
• Facilitate private sector engagement and investment among various levels of target value chains including but not limited to producer, processor, wholesaler and exporter levels.

Minimum Qualifications:

• M.S., M.B.A., or other post-graduate degree in trade, agricultural development, marketing or other relevant field
• At least ten years of relevant experience, five of which should be in developing countries, preferably in Southern Africa
• Strongly preferred extensive experience related to developing an enabling environment for agricultural investment and trade
• Demonstrated ability policy development and technical assistance in implementation
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with institutional and private sector partners and stakeholders in a multi-country setting;
• Excellent writing and communication skills
• Ability to use the latest ICT technology and computer software programs
•  Excellent English.

Please apply online at www.acdivoca.org/internationaljobs. No phone calls please. Only finalists contacted. Women and minorities encouraged to apply. EOE.

                                      

Chief of Party, Southern Africa

Category : Consultant

Id : 3698

Since 1963 and in 146 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 approximately 60 projects in 30 countries and total revenues of $173 million.

Chief of Party, Southern Africa

We are currently seeking a Chief of Party for the anticipated USAID-funded Southern Africa Trade Hub Program. The project’s primary focus will be to provide expert technical assistance to help farmers and firms, through private sector associations, to efficiently meet market requirements of quality and volume and succeed in the international market place. To achieve this objective, technical components will include improving the enabling environment for regional trade; enhancing the integration and competitiveness of regional value chains; and increasing international and regional trade. Chief of Party responsibilities for this program include but are not limited to the following:

Responsibilities:

• Provide technical leadership in trade, transport and logistics, export promotion, investment facilitation and institutional development.
• Lead the overall planning, implementation and management of the project.
• Responsible for establishing the administrative framework to monitor and assure progress toward the achievements of the goals and objectives of the project.
• Responsible for  managing relationships with counterparts at various levels of government, NGOs, private sector associations, and stakeholders from international assistance projects
• Quality control and timeliness of all deliverables.
• Preparation or supervision of work plans, financial, logistical and other documents
• Recommendation and evaluation of proposed staff.
• Serve as principal liaison with USAID staff, institutions, and client country partners to exchange information and develop professional relationships.
• Develop and facilitate verbal or written presentations as requested by the COTR to varied audiences.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Demonstrated expertise and a minimum of 10 years’ experience in managing large (at least $35 million), complex trade, value chain or agri-business projects, with progressively responsible experience and expertise to successfully achieve meaningful and sustainable results in trade, transport and logistics, export promotion and institutional development
• A  minimum  of  10 years’  experience  as  a  COP,  Project  Director,  or  similar  senior management position for projects with similar magnitude and complexity in developing countries.
• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in sub-Saharan Africa, preferably in Southern Africa.
• Demonstrated ability to be collaborative across projects, flexible and creative.
• Strong communications and interpersonal skills with evidence of ability to productively interact with a wide range and levels of organizations (government, private sector, NGOs, research institutions).
• Master’s degree of higher in business, public administration/policy, economics, law, social sciences or related fields.
• Fluency in English required.
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills.

Please apply online at www.acdivoca.org/internationaljobs. No phone calls please. Only finalists contacted. Women and minorities encouraged to apply. EOE.

Export Business Development Director, Southern Africa

Category : Consultant

Id : 3678

Since 1963 and in 146 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 approximately 60 projects in 30 countries and total revenues of $173 million.

Export Business Development Director

We are currently seeking an Export Business Development Director for the anticipated USAID-funded Southern Africa Trade Hub program. The project’s primary focus will be to increase international competitiveness, intra-regional trade and food security in Southern Africa. To achieve this objective, technical components will include improving the enabling environment for regional trade; enhancing the integration and competitiveness of regional value chains; and increasing international and regional trade. Export Business Development Director responsibilities will include:

Responsibilities:

• Design and implement technical assistance interventions to improve international competitiveness of target commodities at all levels of the value chain. Focus of those strategies should be on investment attraction and facilitation, commercial partnerships, and trade expansion.
• Improve ability of Southern African countries and firms to benefit from AGOA preferences. Lead coordinated efforts to develop AGOA strategies, and monitor progress in implementing those strategies across all countries.
• Develop mechanisms for targeted promotion and knowledge sharing of AGOA benefits and rules of trade.
• Establish commercially viable and sustainable partnerships with national and regional entities involved in export promotion and trade capacity building including export promotion bodies, business associations and councils, and regional economic blocks.

Minimum Qualifications:

• M.S., M.B.A., or other post-graduate degree in trade, economics, business, marketing or other relevant field
• At least ten years of relevant experience, five of which should be in developing countries, preferably in Southern Africa
• Trade promotion and market linkages development experience required
• Experience educating firms as to AGOA objectives, provisions, procedures and eligibility requirements
• Experience in expanding awareness of the benefits, provisions and procedures of regional trade agreements to private sector organizations and government officials
• Demonstrated experience helping developing country firms meet the requirements for exporting goods, including agricultural goods, to the United States and other international markets with regard to meeting regional and international standards and external market demand (e.g., formation of strategic alliances with buyer organizations)
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with institutional and private sector partners and stakeholders in a multi-country setting;
• Excellent writing and communication skills
• Ability to use the latest ICT technology and computer software programs
• Excellent English

Please apply online at www.acdivoca.org/internationaljobs. No phone calls please. Only finalists contacted. Women and minorities encouraged to apply. EOE.

VACANCIES AT ACHAP: VARIOUS POSITIONS

ACHAP was established in 2000 as a country-led Public Private Partnership between the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation (BMGF), The Merck Foundation (TMF), and the Government of Botswana (GoB). ACHAP has supported the GoB in delivering national HIV treatment and prevention programmes with remarkable success. ACHAP seeks to appoint suitably qualified and highly motivated individuals with strong commitment to programme implementation to the positions of;

Human Resources and Administration Manager

Main purpose of the job:

The Human Resources and Administration Manager will be responsible for developing Human Resources strategies, systems and practices that support the sustainable achievement of ACHAP goals, reviewing and developing internal control systems including preparation and controlling of budgets in order to ensure optimal usage of funds. He/she will also be responsible for guiding management and Heads of Departments on administrative policies, procedures, guidelines and processes.

Principle Accountabilities

• Reviews and develops the organization’s HR strategy, policies, processes and systems in order to support the organisational strategy

• Develops the ACHAP workplace plan and associated budget

• Leads in the recruitment and placement of senior employees

• Provides technical advice on HR matters to the Board and Management

• Checks and ensures that HR governance, policies and procedures are in compliance with relevant labour laws and regulations

• Negotiates and maintains ACHAP contracts and agreements including long term contracts such as insurance, and lease agreements

• Monitors procurement activities and ensures compliance with set policy and procedures; reception of merchandise, inventories and sale of assets

• Oversees property maintenance, security, fleet management and cleanliness

Minimum qualifications and experience required:

• Degree in Human Resources Management, Business Management, Social Sciences or related discipline; Master’s degree on related field is an added advantage

• 10 years Management experience, 5 of which is at senior management level

• Experience working with non-governmental organisations is an added advantage

Knowledge and skills

Labour law; Human Resources systems such as HAY Guide Profile Chart, salary structuring and HR information systems; Organisational design; Organisational development; Learning and development principles and practice; Policy development; Budgeting; Human Resources administration and General Administration and logistics

Project Manager (VMMC)

Main purpose of the job:

The purpose of this role is to provide support to the Government of Botswana in the national expansion of adolescent/adult Voluntary Medical Male Circumcision through service provision at static and outreach sites and to conduct the VMMC activities of Donor Projects in Botswana.

Principle Accountabilities

• Conducts culturally appropriate demand creation activities for Voluntary Medical Male Circumcision (VMMC) in selected geographic areas

• Adapts appropriate Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) plan and tools from national system for Voluntary Medical Male Circumcision (VMMC) activities

• Facilitates the design and integration of the current ACHAP prevention programmes at both central and district level, in order to strengthen its scale, intensity and coverage for greater impact

• Identifies and oversees appropriate programs to build the capacity of implementing partners in the design, integration, implementation, evaluation and documentation of supported prevention interventions

• Train staff on standard operating procedures (SOPs) for VMMC mobilization and interventions

• Coordinate VMMC community mobilization campaigns with partners implementing HIV testing and counselling

• Collaborates with other departments in order to ensure integration of activities and process efficiency for effective service delivery within operational areas as well as internal and external customers

• Develops and monitors work plans ensuring successful day-to-day management of the project

• Builds, enhances and nurtures relationships with the funder and a broad range of stakeholders, including: other development partners, partnering NGOs and the Government Ministries among others

• Write and/or review technical components of materials and publications related to the project and its development

• Prepares the final programmatic (technical) narrative report

Minimum qualifications and experience required:

• Degree in a medical related field; Master’s degree in Public Health, Social Sciences, Development Studies or related field

• Certificate in Project Management will be an added advantage

• 10 years Management experience 5 of which is at senior management level with experience in program design, Monitoring and Evaluation of programmes and operations research experience is essential

• Experience with producing technical reports

• Experience in public health or healthcare, with an understanding of HIV/AIDS/EIMC/VMMC issues preferred

• Experience successfully implementing USG projects strongly preferred.

• Understanding of statistical software and data management

• Familiarity with PEPFAR reporting and indicators is an advantage

Knowledge and skills

Strategic planning; Policy development; Budgeting and budgetary control and Organisational development

Marketing, Advocacy and Communications Manager

Main purpose of the job:

The Marketing, Advocacy and Communications Manager plays an integral role in strengthening ACHAP’s brand. He/she is responsible for developing a marketing strategy that encompasses all aspects of the organization, including revenue goals, develops and oversees the implementation of communications, business development and advocacy initiatives in order to support ACHAP’s strategic objectives

Principle Accountabilities

• Develops and directs marketing communications plans, strategies and tactics in line with programmatic, research and policy/advocacy priorities

• Develops strategies to strengthen the ACHAP brand and fosters effective and collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders

• Develops and implements successful marketing campaigns to support ACHAP’s initiatives

• Develops the annual work plans and budgets in line with specific programme objectives and ensures expenditure is within budget

• Serves as a senior “on the record” representative for ACHAP’s marketing, advocacy and communication campaigns, including representing ACHAP in public speaking engagements and assisting in speech writing, as needed

• Maintains a positive organizational image through the development and implementation of Corporate Identity (CI) Standards and guides management

• Participates in the identification of and mobilization of traditional and non-traditional funding sources for the attainment of ACHAP’s strategic goals in the short to long term

• Strengthens the internal communications capacity in order to increase ACHAP’s capacity to communicate effectively at all organizational levels

• Collaborates with other departments in order to ensure integration of activities and process efficiency for effective service delivery within operational areas as well as to internal and external stakeholders

Minimum qualifications and experience required:

• Degree in Communications, Marketing or related field; Master’s degree in related field is an added advantage

• Membership to a professional body i.e. PRISA or IABC will be an added advantage

• 10 years’ experience, 5 of which should have been at management level in a post that includes a blend of marketing, communications, advocacy, resource mobilization and media relations

• Track record of producing successful marketing communications strategies and campaigns

• Strong writing, editing and verbal communications skills with proficiency in using social media

• Ability to work independently under the pressure of tight deadlines

Knowledge and skills

Communications practitioners code of ethics; Regional and international media code of ethics/governance; Regional and international protocol; Stakeholder/audience mapping and engagement; Media engagement/how to deal with the media; Traditional and non-traditional sources of funding; Brand/corporate identity development and management; Public speaking and events management; Sales and Marketing

Length of Contract

The length of contract is five (5) years renewable subject to performance and availability of funds (for citizen employees) and three (3) years for non-citizen employees.

Remuneration

ACHAP offers an attractive salary that is commensurate with qualifications and experience.

All positions are based at the ACHAP Head Office in Gaborone

Application letter and CV should be addressed to the attention: Acting Human Resources and Administration Manager, Private Bag X033, Gaborone, Botswana. Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications electronically to: recruitment@achap.org. Alternatively, they can be hand delivered to:- The ACHAP Head Office at Block 5, Plot 64511, Unit 1, Fairgrounds, Gaborone, Botswana.

Closing date for applications: 2^nd April, 2015