Deputy Team Leader, Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo

Location:	Africa
Location Details:	Democratic Republic of Congo
Division:
Posting Date:	1/3/14
Job Code:	1278
DAI is an employee-owned global development company. For 40 years, we have worked on the frontlines of international development, tackling fundamental social and economic development problems caused by inefficient markets, ineffective governments, and instability. Currently, DAI is delivering results that matter in some 60 countries. Our integrated development solutions turn ideas into impact by bringing together fresh combinations of expertise and innovation across multiple disciplines—crisis mitigation and stability operations, democratic governance and public sector management, agriculture and agribusiness, private sector development and financial services, economics and trade, HIV/AIDS and disease control, water and natural resources management, and energy and climate change. Our clients include international development agencies, international lending institutions, private corporations and philanthropies, and national governments.
Description
Objective of the Programme: DAI is preparing for a DFID funded programme to develop, design and implement its DRC Risk Management Programme. The programme will result in increased quality of DFID programming and improved mitigation of fraud and corruption risks. Scope of Work: The Deputy Team Leader will provide support to the Team Leader to ensure efficient set up and management of the regional offices and operational aspects of the project, as well as overall compliance with DAI policies, DFID regulations and local law. S/he will oversee the management of the regional offices and assist in oversight of technical functions of the programme.  Duties and Responsibilities: Manage the set-up of a regional offices and oversee the work of the Heads of Office Oversee the management of Human Resource issues in conjunction with the Team Leader Maintain communication with DAI’s home office staff on administrative and operational aspects of the project Maintain all personnel policies to ensure compliance with local labour law, tax law, and DFID regulations Oversee recruitment, salary negotiations, hiring, evaluation, and termination of employees, in consultation with the Team Leader Ensure effective and efficient allocation of technical personnel in the regional offices Support the team leader to prepare technical reports for DFID Review payroll and tax payments in accordance with DFID and DAI regulations Requirements: 10 – 15 years of experience in a supervisory position in operations and management Demonstrated experience of working in conflict affected regions, preferably in DRC Experience working on DFID-funded or other donor projects Working knowledge of DFID operations, policies, and procedures, FAR regulations, and DAI operations policies and procedures (e.g. procurement, local subcontract agreements, etc.) preferred Accounting experience highly desired Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to engage with a wide range of organisations, beneficiaries, and related parties Fluent French and English is required Education: Advanced Degree in finance, business administration, public administration, economics, accounting or other related field preferred. Anticipated Project Start Date: 2014 Project Duration: 4 years Project Location: Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo

Finance Manager, Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo

Location:	Africa
Location Details:	Democratic Republic of Congo
Division:
Posting Date:	1/3/14
Job Code:	1277
DAI is an employee-owned global development company. For 40 years, we have worked on the frontlines of international development, tackling fundamental social and economic development problems caused by inefficient markets, ineffective governments, and instability. Currently, DAI is delivering results that matter in some 60 countries. Our integrated development solutions turn ideas into impact by bringing together fresh combinations of expertise and innovation across multiple disciplines—crisis mitigation and stability operations, democratic governance and public sector management, agriculture and agribusiness, private sector development and financial services, economics and trade, HIV/AIDS and disease control, water and natural resources management, and energy and climate change. Our clients include international development agencies, international lending institutions, private corporations and philanthropies, and national governments.
Description
Objective of the Programme: DAI is preparing for a DFID funded programme to develop, design and implement its DRC Risk Management Programme. The programme will result in increased quality of DFID programming and improved mitigation of fraud and corruption risks. Scope of Work: The Finance Manager will provide information management and design of a financial auditing system and will be responsible for the financial analysis and reporting of DFID programmes in the region.  S/he will manage local staff and short-term experts in achieving Finance project results. Duties and Responsibilities: Develop methodology for systematic data collection and analysis of financial management Conduct financial quality assurance and risk management activities for DFID programmes Undertake spot checks for assets procured by DFID Programmes Provide rolling audits of expenses incurred and paid for with DFID funds in all provinces of DRC, but with a focus on eastern provinces Oversee activities of support staff in the finance department, including accountants and short-term support Oversee and ensure adequate project profitability Prepare regular reports for appropriate management as necessary or requested Requirements: 10 - 15 years of experience in finance and accounting, preferably in development projects Demonstrated knowledge of and experience in DFID financial audits, management fraud and corruption risks, and DFID financial rules, methods and procedures. Experience with enterprise accounting software Demonstrated knowledge of internal controls and audit processes (e.g. procurement, local subcontract agreements, etc.) Demonstrated report writing skills in French and English is required Strong communications and personnel management skills required Experience working in conflict affected regions necessary, experience in DRC highly desired Willingness to travel extensively in the region Fluency in written and spoken French and English is required Education: Advanced Degree in finance, business administration, public administration, economics, accounting or other related field preferred Anticipated Project Start Date: 2014 Project Duration: 4 years Project Location: Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo

Monitoring and Evaluation Manager, Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo

Location:	Africa
Location Details:	Democratic Republic of Congo
Division:
Posting Date:	1/3/14
Job Code:	1276
DAI is an employee-owned global development company. For 40 years, we have worked on the frontlines of international development, tackling fundamental social and economic development problems caused by inefficient markets, ineffective governments, and instability. Currently, DAI is delivering results that matter in some 60 countries. Our integrated development solutions turn ideas into impact by bringing together fresh combinations of expertise and innovation across multiple disciplines—crisis mitigation and stability operations, democratic governance and public sector management, agriculture and agribusiness, private sector development and financial services, economics and trade, HIV/AIDS and disease control, water and natural resources management, and energy and climate change. Our clients include international development agencies, international lending institutions, private corporations and philanthropies, and national governments.
Description
Objective of the Programme: DAI is preparing for a DFID funded programme to develop, design and implement its DRC Risk Management Programme. The programme will result in increased quality of DFID programming and improved mitigation of fraud and corruption risks. Scope of Work: The M&E Manager will provide information management and design of a monitoring and reporting system for DFID programmes in the region to ensure effective risk management and to help inform DFID of project status and progress toward achievement of key results. S/he will manage local staff and short-term experts in achieving M&E project results. Duties and Responsibilities: Develop methodology for systematic data collection and analysis of programme indicators Develop effective systems to capture socio/economic indicators and maintain database Monitor DFID programme results and risks, particularly fraud and corruption risks Develop surveys and survey administration protocols to assess the impact of training Work with team to ensure M&E accurately captures curriculum objectives and field needs Analyse data for donor-requested reports Produce activity updates, newsletters, and performance reports, as needed Coordinate with project staff to create success stories Design and carry out evaluations to assess project impact Oversee the work of support staff and short term specialists Requirements 10-15 years of experience in monitoring and evaluation management Demonstrated experience in conflict-affected environments required, experience in DRC highly desired Experience with DFID M&E systems, tools, procedures and data reporting is required Experience with data aggregation, gender indicators and gender-sensitive programming At least one year of experience in survey development is preferred Proficiency in database management and data analysis Willingness to travel extensively in the region Fluency in written and spoken French and English required Education: Advanced Degree in political science, international development, finance, business administration, public administration, economics, accounting or other related field preferred Anticipated Project Start Date: 2014 Project Duration: 4 years Project Location: Eastern DRC

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Political Analyst & Relationship Manager, Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo

Location:	Africa
Location Details:	Democratic Republic of Congo
Division:
Posting Date:	1/3/14
Job Code:	1275
DAI is an employee-owned global development company. For 40 years, we have worked on the frontlines of international development, tackling fundamental social and economic development problems caused by inefficient markets, ineffective governments, and instability. Currently, DAI is delivering results that matter in some 60 countries. Our integrated development solutions turn ideas into impact by bringing together fresh combinations of expertise and innovation across multiple disciplines—crisis mitigation and stability operations, democratic governance and public sector management, agriculture and agribusiness, private sector development and financial services, economics and trade, HIV/AIDS and disease control, water and natural resources management, and energy and climate change. Our clients include international development agencies, international lending institutions, private corporations and philanthropies, and national governments.
Description
Objective of the Programme: DAI is preparing for a DFID funded programme to develop, design and implement its DRC Risk Management Programme. The programme will result in increased quality of DFID programming and improved mitigation of fraud and corruption risks. Scope of Work: The Political Analyst and Relationship Manager will provide information management and political analysis for DFID programmes in the region to ensure effective risk management and to help inform DFID of political trends and developments in the region. S/he will manage relationships with regional stakeholders, local staff and short-term experts in achieving political analysis project results. Duties and Responsibilities: Lead assessment and analysis of political developments and trends, including policy and regulatory barriers Lead and maintain regular political economy analyses and needs assessments Prepare and publish annual updates on selected sectoral Road Maps Prepare and publish policy briefs to stimulate public and private sector dialogue Lead economic and financial analyses of proposed policy and regulatory changes Aggregate and analyse data for donor-requested reports Establish and manage relationships with local stakeholders, including local governments, civil society and development organisations Organise policy and regulatory dialogue events in concert with project partners. Maintain relationships with the economic, policy, and legal organisations and associations Requirements: 10-15 years of experience in political analysis and evaluation Demonstrated experience in conflict-affected environments required, experience in DRC highly desired Experience working with bilateral and/or multilateral donor organisations, preferably with DFID Demonstrated experience in political economy analysis and monitoring political trends and developments Experience with gender aggregation and conflict-sensitive analysis preferred Experience of relationship management and collaboration with a variety of stakeholders Willingness to travel extensively in the region Fluency in written and spoken French and English required Education: Advanced Degree in political science, international development, political economy, economics, or other related field preferred. Anticipated Project Start Date: 2014 Project Duration: 4 years Project Location: Eastern DRC Apply now

Business Growth Specialist in Kenya, Rwanda or Uganda. Assets to Adolescent Girls

Location:	Africa
Location Details:
Division:	Economic Growth
Posting Date:	12/9/13
Job Code:	1245
DAI is an employee-owned global development company. For 40 years, we have worked on the frontlines of international development, tackling fundamental social and economic development problems caused by inefficient markets, ineffective governments, and instability. Currently, DAI is delivering results that matter in some 60 countries. Our integrated development solutions turn ideas into impact by bringing together fresh combinations of expertise and innovation across multiple disciplines—crisis mitigation and stability operations, democratic governance and public sector management, agriculture and agribusiness, private sector development and financial services, economics and trade, HIV/AIDS and disease control, water and natural resources management, and energy and climate change. Our clients include international development agencies, international lending institutions, private corporations and philanthropies, and national governments.
Description
DAI is preparing for an anticipated DFID and the Nike Foundation funded Programme; Assets to Adolescent Girls. The Programme will aim to address constraints to the economic empowerment of adolescent girls in developing countries. It will be based in Nairobi, Kenya and operate across Uganda, Rwanda, Tanzania, Ethiopia, Nepal, Pakistan and Bangladesh. Grantees of the Programme will receive financial and non-financial support to develop their products and business models. Scope of Work: We are seeking applications from highly experienced technical experts for the role of Business Growth Specialist. The successful candidate will work directly with the grantees and facilitate access to partners and technical assistance to identify, support and scale businesses that have products and services that benefit girls. The position will be based in Nairobi, Kenya.    Duties and Responsibilities: Work in close collaboration with the Country Relationship Managers and Girl Design Specialist to support an innovative portfolio of businesses to refine and scale products that benefit girls at the country-level Identify and coordinate technical assistance for entrepreneurs Provide on-going assessment of grantees and make recommendations for their business advisory needs Support the development of local partnerships, providing information and forging relationships with local service providers, investors, and private sector businesses Work with the Country Relationship Managers to develop a database of pre-approved international and local technical assistance providers covering the following services – business development services, sector specific technical support, distribution and logistics support and girl safety support Requirements: Minimum of 10 years’ working at the cutting edge of development, product and business development, and/or social enterprise Experience in management of teams Strong working knowledge of the private sector Strong local network of private sector and business leaders, development experts, mentors, investors, development programs and NGOs, etc. Experience working with innovative social enterprises and SME’s to grow and scale Understanding of human centered design (HCD), prototyping, business and financial modelling, investment and venture capital, distribution and marketing, and other elements critical to scaling successful products and businesses Project management skills and ability to manage consultants and resource partners Ability to identify challenges and match expertise to problems for solutions Experience working with woman and girls in the development world Proven experience developing and managing networks of local and international organisations from the public, private and third sectors Excellent communication skills, including strong presentation and facilitation skills Fluency in English (both written and oral) and fluency the primary language of the country of work is essential Experience working in sub-Saharan Africa and/or South  and South East Asia is highly desirable Education:  Advanced Degree in Economics, Finance or Business or other related field preferred Anticipated Project Start Date: April 2014 Project Duration: Three to four years Project Location: Nairobi, Kenya, with occasional travel

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Fund Manager – Zimbabwe Livelihoods and Food Security Programme: Market Development Component

Location:	Africa
Location Details:	Zimbabwe
Division:	Economic Growth
Posting Date:	12/9/13
Job Code:	1241
DAI is an employee-owned global development company. For 40 years, we have worked on the frontlines of international development, tackling fundamental social and economic development problems caused by inefficient markets, ineffective governments, and instability. Currently, DAI is delivering results that matter in some 60 countries. Our integrated development solutions turn ideas into impact by bringing together fresh combinations of expertise and innovation across multiple disciplines—crisis mitigation and stability operations, democratic governance and public sector management, agriculture and agribusiness, private sector development and financial services, economics and trade, HIV/AIDS and disease control, water and natural resources management, and energy and climate change. Our clients include international development agencies, international lending institutions, private corporations and philanthropies, and national governments.
Description
Objective of the programme: DAI is seeking experienced candidates for an upcoming Livelihoods and Food Security programme in Zimbabwe. The Market Development component of this larger Food Security programme will focus on scoping and understanding existing agricultural and livestock markets in order to promote effective systemic changes in the market systems, through careful fund management, and facilitating linkages between farmers, private sector actors and other stakeholder groups. Through emphasising the use of innovative interventions and utilising facilitative approach the programme seeks to achieve significant impact on the food and nutrition security of smallholder farmers in 12 districts. To achieve its objectives the programme will utilise a ‘Market Innovation Fund’ to support increased agricultural output through better market information and dissemination, contract farming and underwriting innovation costs to encourage private sector investment in the target sectors and districts. Duties and Responsibilities: Establishing robust and transparent procedures for the Market Innovation Fund in line with donor guidelines Develop the Fund eligibility criteria Provide oversight of the two funds – challenge fund and policy facility - and ensure a relationship is maintained between both  Supervise grants officers Manage day-to-day Fund management operations, including oversight of grantee financial performance and reporting Develop sound risk management processes and systems for the Fund implementation Develop sound project auditing interventions Develop strategies for fraud mitigation Work with different project members to keep abreast of Fund allocation and usage Contribute to efforts in meeting donor reporting requirements as well as reporting to London home office Requirements: A post graduate business degree and at least 7 years of senior management in finance or accounting Previous experience managing challenge/grant funds on donor-funded projects, preferably in the agricultural sector Solid risk and fraud management experience Solid experience in managing large donor projects Solid track record in developing  robust fund management systems and processes Understanding of key approaches to monitoring and evaluation of challenge and innovation funds and the delivery of value for money Experience working in Africa. Experience from Zimbabwe would be an advantage Fluency in English is essential Excellent communication skills Project Location: The Project will be based in Harare, Zimbabwe. Length of the project: 4 years Anticipated Project Start date: April 2014

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Human Centred Design Specialist - Assets to Adolescent Girls in Kenya

Location:	Africa
Location Details:
Division:	Economic Growth
Posting Date:	12/16/13
Job Code:	1247
DAI is an employee-owned global development company. For 40 years, we have worked on the frontlines of international development, tackling fundamental social and economic development problems caused by inefficient markets, ineffective governments, and instability. Currently, DAI is delivering results that matter in some 60 countries. Our integrated development solutions turn ideas into impact by bringing together fresh combinations of expertise and innovation across multiple disciplines—crisis mitigation and stability operations, democratic governance and public sector management, agriculture and agribusiness, private sector development and financial services, economics and trade, HIV/AIDS and disease control, water and natural resources management, and energy and climate change. Our clients include international development agencies, international lending institutions, private corporations and philanthropies, and national governments.
Description
DAI is preparing for an anticipated DFID and the Nike Foundation funded Programme; Assets to Adolescent Girls. The Programme will aim to address constraints to the economic empowerment of adolescent girls in developing countries. It will be based in Nairobi, Kenya and operate across Uganda, Rwanda, Tanzania, Ethiopia, Nepal, Pakistan and Bangladesh. Grantees of the Programme will receive financial and non-financial support to develop their products and business models. Scope of Work: The role will provide on-going advice to the grantees around their product development. The position will be based in Nairobi, Kenya but will require travel to Uganda and Rwanda. Duties and Responsibilities: ​Work directly with the grantees to provide access to safe spaces to prototype their products on an on-going basis Deliver on-going advice to grantees on product development and make recommendations and connections for future support and technical assistance Work with grantees to develop ideas and improve the design of their products Work with grantees to prototype their product and ultimately become investment ready Coordinating closely with the Country Relationship Managers, ensure all business models developed are women focused Continuously assess the impact that any intervention or development would have the girls themselves​ ​Requirements: Minimum of 7 years’ working at the cutting edge of development, product and business development, and/or social enterprise Knowledge and experience working with women and girl entrepreneurs Strong working knowledge of the private sector Experience in Human Centred Design (HCD), prototyping and business and financial modelling Experience working with innovative social enterprises and SME’s to grow and scale Experience working with woman and girls in the development world Excellent communication skills, including strong presentation and facilitation skills Fluency in English (both written and oral) and fluency the primary language of the country of work is essential Experience working in sub-Saharan Africa and/or South East Asia is highly desirable Education: Advanced Degree in Business or other related field preferred. Anticipated Project Start Date: April 2014 Project Duration: Three to four years Project Location: Nairobi, Kenya, with occasional travel

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