Jobs in Africa : October 2016

Wednesday, October 26, 2016

UNESCO-IHE Institute for Water Education offers graduate education in Delft, The Netherlands, and carries out research and capacity development projects all over the world. The mission of UNESCO-IHE is to contribute to the education and training of professionals and to build the capacity of sector organizations, knowledge centres and other institutions active in the fields of water, the environment and infrastructure in developing countries and countries in transition.

RECTOR (m/f)

The Rector upholds and strengthens the global role of the Institute by providing vision and leadership in anticipating and responding to global developments, changing societal demands and new technological and political opportunities. He/she is the ambassador of the Institute, particularly regarding its funding and capacity development tasks. The Rector promotes the learning capacity of the Institute by enhancing its sensitivity and willingness to adapt to signals of change, didactically and in technical and societal aspects of the water sector, both from inside and outside. Lastly, the Rector ensures that the knowledge base and educational methods of the Institute are up-to-date and further developed, in order to maintain high academic standards. For a full overview of the role and responsibilities please refer to our website www.unesco-ihe.org.

Procedure

The Foundation Board of UNESCO-IHE is being assisted in this procedure by Pieter Cortenbach of Vanderkruijs, partner in executive search. Prospective applicants are requested to send a current CV and motivation letter to unesco-ihe@vanderkruijs.com. For more information you can also contact Pieter Cortenbach or his personal assistant Eva Dankers at +31 (0)30 820 0062. Please be aware that you will receive a letter of acknowledgement within one working day. Please contact our office if you do not receive this letter.

An assessment may be part of the procedure.

Supporting documents

Job supporting document

Members - International Accounting Standards Board

The IFRS Foundation is a not-for-profit, public interest organisation whose mission is to develop International Financial Reporting Standards® that bring transparency, accountability and efficiency to financial markets around the world.

The International Accounting Standards Board is the independent standard-setting body of the IFRS Foundation. Members of the Board represent the best available combination of technical accounting skills and experience of relevant international business and market conditions in order to contribute to the development of high quality, global financial reporting standards.

We are seeking to appoint up to seven Board Members in July 2017. Four current Board Members are eligible for reappointment and may indicate their willingness to serve again and would receive particular consideration by the Trustees. Newly-appointed Board Members will serve an initial five-year term, which may be renewed for a further three years, although in exceptional circumstances Members may be reappointed for up to five years. The roles are full-time and are based in London.

These are senior and prestigious appointments, demanding not only a high degree of technical accounting expertise, but also a high level of understanding of the global economic environment and a commitment to serving the public interest.

Role

Serve as a member of a collegial body overseen by the Trustees of the IFRS Foundation, contribute to, review and agree new financial reporting standards.
Provide technical input, advice and guidance to technical staff and act as a sounding board on potential issues.
Enhance confidence and trust in the standard-setting process by liaising and building relationships with those affected by financial reporting standards.

Requirements

Demonstrable and in-depth technical knowledge and experience of international financial reporting, gained possibly as a partner in an international accounting firm, an academic, or a user or preparer of IFRS financial statements.
Excellent strategic and analytical thinking skills combined with a practical and pragmatic mindset and a strong commitment to serving the public interest.
Team player with personal impact who can work collegially with a range of individuals from across the globe.
Strong oral and written communication skills, with the ability to represent the Board effectively and to listen and consider the views of others.

How to Apply: For further details please visit http://www.ifrs.org/About-us/IASB/Careers/Pages/IASB-careers.aspx.

Please indicate your interest by sending a covering letter and curriculum vitae to Sheila Fraser, Chair of the Nominating Committee, IFRS Foundation, 30 Cannon Street, London EC4M 6XH, United Kingdom or via email to jrobinson@ifrs.org. Applications should be received by 25 November 2016.

Financial Services Commission Mauritius CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

The Commission is inviting applications from high calibre professionals for the following positions:

(1) Director – Licensing (Ref: Dir/Lic/Oct16)

(2) Director – Financial Stability (Ref: Dir/FS/Oct16)

(3) Director – Supervision (Ref: Dir/Sup/Oct16)

(4) Head – Human Resources (Executive Level) (Ref: Exe/Head-HR/Oct16)

(5) Economists (Manager Level) (Ref: Mgr/Eco/Oct16)

(6) Actuaries (Manager Level) (Ref: Mgr/Act/Oct16)

Employment will be on contractual basis for an initial period of two (2) years. Benefits comprise of an attractive remuneration package, which will commensurate with qualifications and experience.

For further information and a detailed Job Description, please visit the Commission’s website (Careers Section) at: www.fscmauritius.org

Closing date for applications is Tuesday 15 November 2016

The Commission reserves the right to call only the best qualified and experienced candidates for the selection exercise; and not to make any appointment as a result of this advertisement.

Financial Services Commission
Ebene, Republic of Mauritius
20 October 2016

The Financial Services Commission, Mauritius is the integrated regulator for the financial services sector (other than banking) and global business.

Associate Regional Economist for Southern and Eastern Mediterranean

The Associate Economist is a member of the Country Economics and Policy team of the Economics, Policy and Governance (EPG) Department of the Vice Presidency Policy & Partnerships. The Associate Economist provides support to the Lead Regional Economist on macroeconomic and structural reform analysis and policy advice for the Southern and Eastern Mediterranean region. Given the exceptionally high degree of focus on the regions in which this role is based, and the regular demands from senior management, he or she is expected to show strong initiative and to take the lead on briefings and other requests. The Associate Economist contributes to the joint EPG/OCE forecast, as well as knowledge and experience documentation and sharing within the CE&P pillar. The Associate Economist is based at EBRD Head Quarters in London with extensive travel to the region.

Economics, Policy and Governance (EPG) department consists of a team of around 50 economists, political counsellors and analysts. It supports the Bank in increasing its impact through enhancing its operations and policy engagements. EPG does this by supporting and assessing the quality of the Bank’s interventions through economic analysis focused on its projects, by leading and supporting reform engagements in countries of operation (through country diagnostics and policy objectives), by providing political and political economy analysis in support of operations and high-level dialogues with the leadership of COOs. It also supports better governance and business environment through a number of targeted products and serves as the Bank’s knowledge hub on economics, policy and governance. EPG also assesses compliance to Article 1 in the context of country strategies.

Accountabilities & Responsibilities

Show strong initiative in developing and drafting position papers, policy notes and briefings.
Monitor and analyse macroeconomic performance and risks, and assess structural reform progress in the countries of the particular region in order to provide input into key EPG and Bank products;
Maintain department’s databases on the region and monitor local media and commercial sources about economic and policy developments in the region so as to provide up-to-date briefings to management;
Maintain dialogue with the IMF, World Bank, other international financial institutions and donor agencies, local think tanks and rating agencies on economic developments in the region;
Draft contributions for the department’s regular publications, including the Regional Economic Prospects and the annual Transition Report, the flagship annual publication of EBRD;
Perform ad hoc assignments, including background research on macroeconomic, sectoral and other policy developments, drafting of briefings, presentations, and short analyses/focus pieces;
Prepare regular growth forecasts and long-term macroeconomic scenarios to be used in the financial models by the Banking department;
Prepare draft of presentations to be delivered in the Bank and to outside audiences;
Support monitoring donor coordination and mapping landscape and, as requested, participate in donor coordination meetings.
As requested, represent the Bank at policy and research forums;
Conduct theoretical and / or empirical research on economic issues of interest to the Bank.

Knowledge, Skills, Experience & Qualifications

Master’s degree in economics or a related field from a university, perhaps a PhD.
Given the seniority of this analyst role, relevant experience in the region and the ability to show initiative and take the lead on certain tasks are essential;
Strong analytical background in economic programming and policies;
Research or work experience in an area of interest to the Bank, including political economy, economics of development, financial economics, international economics and macroeconomics;
Excellent oral and written communications skills in English;
Fluency in French is required and fluency in Arabic is a strong asset.
Experience of working with economic datasets and knowledge of statistical software packages;
Strong analytical and quantitative skills, including knowledge of Excel. Facility with other database/analytic software (e.g. Stata).
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively in teams;
Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines;
Ability to operate sensitively and effectively in a multicultural environment;
Willingness to travel to the EBRD’s countries of operation.
Familiarity with the EBRD region of operations and work or study experience in the region.

Diversity Matters

Diversity is one of the Bank’s core values which are at the heart of everything it does. A diverse workforce with the right knowledge and skills enables connection with our clients, brings pioneering ideas, energy and innovation. The EBRD staff is characterised by its rich diversity of nationalities, cultures and opinions and we aim to sustain and build on this strength. As such, the EBRD seeks to ensure that everyone is treated with respect and given equal opportunities and works in an inclusive environment. The EBRD encourages all qualified candidates who are nationals of the EBRD member countries to apply regardless of their racial, ethnic, religious and cultural background, gender, sexual orientation or disabilities.

THIS POSITION IS BEING OFFERED AS 2 YEAR FIXED TERM CONTRACT

Head of Unit, Countering Violent Extremism

This is a unique opportunity to establish and lead our Countering Violent Extremism Unit - a new, high profile and high impact component of the Commonwealth Secretariat’s offering to our 52 member states.

The role involves building and maintaining networks of senior officials and partners to promote the Unit’s expertise and benefits to member states, ensuring a cohesive and effective approach where Commonwealth efforts on CVE complement each other and enables the sharing of best practice. You will report to the Commonwealth Secretary-General on activity and impact of the strategy and delivery plan you will design in consultation with Commonwealth member states, including championing the role of women and youth, and devising how the Unit can help implement new and existing national plans by member states, establishing the team as a central ‘go-to’ source of expertise.

The Head of Unit will have at least five years’ background in CVE or a related area, including expertise in how governments can respond and the role of civil society; experience of setting up and leading a new function, innovative management of projects, political issues, resources, operations and stakeholders; developing policies and implementing programmes that raise awareness, capacity and commitment to CVE; plus, skills in strategy development and delivery.

We are the inter-governmental body of the Commonwealth, comprising 52 member states. Our aim is to deepen sustainable and people-centred democratic cultures and approaches to development by assisting with professional advice, transfer of best practice, and the enhancement of skills and knowledge, all for the betterment of over two billion citizens. Our efforts are concentrated where we have a clear advantage to add global value.

Please note that you will need to be a Commonwealth citizen in order to apply for this position.

Closing date: Sunday 13th November 2016 at 17:00 GMT.

To apply: http://thecommonwealth.org/jobs/head-unit-countering-violent-extremism

Professor/associate professor in Organizational Behaviour

BI Norwegian Business School is one of Europe's top business schools with over 20,000 students. As Norway’s leading provider of Business and administrative education, BI builds on a unique tradition of combining professional expertise and industry relevance. The studies range from bachelor to master and doctoral degree programmes. BI is also known for its customised programmes for both private and public sector.

BI has some of Europe's leading academic environments within the areas of finance, economy, strategy, marketing and management. As a BI employee you will meet exciting challenges in an engaging and international environment with over 800 colleagues who daily contribute to the development of the knowledge society. BI’s annual turnover is approximately 1.5 billion NOK and the school is organised as an independent foundation whose purpose is teaching and research. All profits are used to strengthen BI's academic- and learning environment.

Professor/associate professor in Organizational Behaviour at BI Norwegian Business School

The Department of Leadership and Organizational Behaviour at BI Norwegian Business School invites applications for the position of professor/associate professor in Organizational Psychology/Organizational Behaviour. This position will be associated with the Organizational Psychology section.

The position requires a Norwegian PhD or equivalent qualification in the field. The successful applicant should primarily conduct research and have expertise within topics of relevance for organizational psychology, concerning for example motivation, management, working environment, learning, development, individual differences, how groups function, selection and HRM. Candidates with primarily quantitative expertise are encouraged to apply. Applicants must have relevant research and international experience within these topics. Relevant associate professor candidates must have completed independent research and must have published in international journals, also after completing their doctoral programme. Other consultancy and communication experience, research management and contributions in research projects may also be taken into account and consideration will be given to potential administrative experience, management competence and business knowledge.

The Department and section also offer training in organizational psychology and management at the bachelor, master (Master of Science, Executive Master of Management) and doctoral levels. The successful candidate should expect to teach, primarily in BI’s bachelor programme, but teaching and counselling at the master level may become relevant. BI is seeking a person who is highly skilled in communicating knowledge and research results to our students. The candidate must have good written and spoken English.

BI is seeking to strengthen its international profile, and overseas candidates are especially encouraged to apply. The successful candidate is expected to learn Norwegian within two to three years. Women are particularly encouraged to apply.

Qualifications will be evaluated according to the usual rules for academic and educational positions at universities and specialized university institutions. The position offers membership in the Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund and salary is according to the Norwegian State Salary Scale.

Qualified applicants may be called in for an interview, trial lecture or seminar presentation. BI Norwegian Business School reserves the right not to appoint applicants who are academically qualified if they are found not to satisfy other explicit requirements, with respect to pedagogical skills, teaching experience, work experience in or cooperation with the business sector or interpersonal skills.

Further information about the position can be obtained upon request from the BI Norwegian Business School, from Head of Department Øyvind Martinsen, tel. +47 464 10 737, or Head of Section Lars Glasø, tel. +47 464 10 219.

Your application, CV and complete list of academic work must be submitted electronically. Your highest degree and other particularly relevant education must be documented.

Academic works, copies of up to fifteen publications, and any information about and/or documentation of other activities that may be of significance for an assessment of the applicant’s qualifications should be sent separately in four copies. These documents should be addressed to the President and sent to BI Norwegian Business School, HR Department, Nydalsveien 37, 0442 Oslo.

Work and other documentation may not be submitted after the deadline.

Associate professor in Organizational Behaviour

Associate professor in Organizational Behaviour at BI Norwegian Business School

The Department of Leadership and Organizational Behaviour at BI Norwegian Business School invites applications for the position of associate professor in Organizational Psychology/Organizational Behaviour. This position will be associated with the Organizational Psychology section.

The position requires a Norwegian PhD or equivalent qualification in the field. The successful applicant should primarily conduct research and have expertise in topics of relevance for organizational psychology, concerning for example motivation, management, working environment, learning, development, individual differences, how groups function, selection and HRM. Candidates with primarily quantitative expertise are encouraged to apply. Applicants must have relevant research and international experience within these topics. Relevant candidates must have completed independent research and must have published papers in international journals, also after completing their doctoral programme. Other consultancy and communication experience, research management and contributions in research projects may also be taken into account, and consideration will be given to potential administrative experience, management competence and business knowledge.

Your application, CV and complete list of academic work must be submitted electronically. Your highest degree and other particularly relevant education must be documented.

Work and other documentation may not be submitted after the deadline.

DFID Ghana: Social Development Adviser

DFID Ghana is recruiting a Social Development Adviser (SDA) to be based in its office in Accra. The role incorporates leading and overseeing projects managed by DFID Ghana, engaging with projects managed by DFID in UK and providing cross-cutting social development advice to the Ghana office.

The office in Accra currently has around 20 programmes covering:

education
health
social protection
gender
economic development
governance and accountability

We work with a range of different partners to deliver these programmes - including Government, non-government organisations, and private sector suppliers. We also work very closely with other development partners, including:

the World Bank
United Nations
International Monetary Fund
European Union
other bilaterals

We work increasingly closely with other parts of the UK Government represented in Accra.

advert: social development adviser (PDF, 276KB, 4 pages)
application form: social development adviser (MS Word Document, 118KB)

The closing date for applications is 12:00pm on 1 November 2016.

DFID Malawi: Education Adviser

Education Adviser

You will have a key role in delivering DFID Malawi’s education portfolio, engaging in education policy and furthering DFID’s priorities in education as a key part of the development agenda in Malawi. This is a challenging post that provides an opportunity for a highly motivated, experienced and enthusiastic professional to contribute to reform and impact in education in Malawi.

You will work closely with other Development Partners to improve donor harmonisation and aid effectiveness working within the confines of the Education Sector Wide Approach (Ed.SWAp) through the Education Sector Implementation Plan II (ESIP II). You will contribute to the delivery of DFID Malawi’s overall Business Plan (country strategy) and to shaping DFID’s engagement and support on education at senior levels with a variety of stakeholders. You will be involved in managing substantial financial and programme resources, regularly making strategic decisions and choices and negotiating, persuading or advising others on a range of issues.

Advert: education adviser (PDF, 285KB, 3 pages)
Application form: education adviser (MS Word Document, 115KB)

Closing date for the applications is 12:00pm on 28 October 2016.

Tuesday, October 25, 2016

Director of Economics and Statistics - International Cocoa Organization (ICCO)

BACKGROUND INFORMATION

The International Cocoa Organization (ICCO) is seeking highly qualified and dynamic individuals to work at its new headquarters in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire (West Africa).

The ICCO recruits its staff on fixed-term contracts (evolving into permanent contracts, based on satisfactory performance) or temporary contracts. Staff members are grouped in two main streams: Professional (P) or General Service staff (GS). Directors (D) are part of the Management category. ICCO also employs consultants, interns and volunteers to assist with special projects and short-term recruitment needs.

Successful applicants will receive attractive remuneration packages with generous benefits as applicable to their status. This includes tax-free expatriate contracts where relevant or local contracts, pension scheme, paid sick leave, paid maternity/paternity leave, life, accident and health insurance, paid holidays, education grant for children of international recruits, etc. ) based on the United Nations (UN) salary scale.

Working as a staff member in the ICCO Secretariat will give you the opportunity to be part of a dynamic, multicultural environment. The staff members of the ICCO, who come predominantly from its Member countries (cocoa-exporting and cocoa-importing countries), have diverse backgrounds, and carry distinct professional and personal experience. It is an exciting and unique opportunity to be part of such a working environment, because it leads to a broader understanding of the issues facing the global cocoa economy. You must be willing and able to travel to various countries worldwide to contribute to the mission of the ICCO.

The ICCO is an equal opportunity employer.

The deadline for the receipt of applications is Friday, 25 November 2016.

Interviews will take place in late November to early December 2016.

Starting dates will begin in January 2017 and can be flexible upon discussions with the ICCO management.

DIRECTOR OF ECONOMICS AND STATISTICS

(D1/D2 in the United Nations salary scale)

THE POSITION

This exciting position requires a dynamic and forward-thinking personality, a strong commitment to the global cocoa sector and its stakeholders, a proactive and visionary approach, a participative and collaborative management style and active communication with all internal and external stakeholders in the cocoa and chocolate value chain. The ideal candidate will offer a combination of strong interpersonal skills, providing solid intellectual and analytic leadership to the Organization and its stakeholders.

More specifically, the incumbent will be required to:

Plan, direct and co-ordinate the work of staff members in the Economics and Statistics Division.
Contribute substantively to the implementation of the economic provisions of the International Cocoa Agreement, 2010.
Advise the Executive Director on matters relating to his/her area of expertise.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

To monitor the implementation of the economic provisions of the International Cocoa Agreement, to assess their effectiveness vis-à-vis the stated objectives and their effects on achieving a sustainable world cocoa economy.
To review the professional work involved in the collection, processing and publication of statistical information as required under the International Cocoa Agreement and the production of ICCO Quarterly Bulletin and other relevant statistical publications.
To oversee the preparation of economic studies and reports on the world cocoa economy, including projections of production, grindings, prices, exports, imports, periodic market reviews and the economic sections of the ICCO annual report.
To supervise the work involved in the preparation of project proposals, monitoring and evaluation of project implementation, in both exporting and importing countries. This includes responsibility for working relations with institutions in member countries and international institutions for the development and implementation of project proposals.
To develop, to widen and to strengthen the ICCO’s cooperation and partnerships with relevant institutions such as development agencies, financial institutions, multi-lateral and bilateral donors, and the trade and industry etc., with the view to improving the Organization’s capacity to attract funding for projects, and to be responsible for ICCO relations with these partners.
To promote and maintain contacts with representatives of Member countries, non-member countries and national and international organizations on matters relating to the world cocoa economy.
To initiate and to oversee the drafting of speeches and presentations by the Executive Director for seminars, conferences and meetings outside the Organization, and to represent the Executive Director at such events, as necessary.
To oversee the organization of multi-stakeholders events with the aim of sharing knowledge and building consensus on strategic matters, including the World Cocoa Conference; the Cocoa Market Outlook Conference, Cocoa Research Conferences and to organize workshops, seminars and other relevant events to enhance the capacity of stakeholders from Member countries to address the challenges they face.
To organize and to oversee the work of the Economics Committee, the Consultative Board on the World Cocoa Economy and the ICCO Expert Working Groups in accordance with the provisions of the International Cocoa Agreement.
To formulate the Organization’s five-year strategic action plans and to draft annual work programmes under guidance from the Executive Director and to review implementation of past work programmes.
To prepare drafts of possible proposals for amendments/refinements of the International Cocoa Agreement, particularly in the context of re-negotiation of the said Agreement.
To perform general administration duties within the Division, including discipline and annual appraisal of staff performance.
To assess, review and, if necessary, revise the work carried out by the staff in his/her division before submission to the Executive Director.
To perform any other duties assigned by the Executive Director.

SELECTION CRITERIA

Including desirable skills, knowledge and experience:

Hold a PhD degree in economics (agricultural or related field) with extensive experience in macro-economics, statistics, or related discipline. Master’s degree in Economics, combined with specialized experience in similar organization/s, may be considered in lieu of a Doctoral degree.
A minimum of 15 years relevant and demonstrable professional experience acquired in the area of development economics, academia or multilateral institutions. The last 5 years should be at a management level.
Must have an in-depth knowledge of the world cocoa economy, its challenges and opportunities, within the wider global economy.
Ability to implement continual improvement activities to processes, with a keen eye for detail;
Ability to multitask, meet strict deadlines and work under pressure;
Strong outreach competencies with ability to confidently speak at international fora on the cocoa economy and the other economic development issues. Excellent public relations skills with all partners the press, analysts, academics, professional bodies, multilateral development agencies and other international organizations, and government officials.
Ability to think strategically and to design long-term plans and programs to develop staff competences in line with strategic priorities.
Ability to inspire, generate and sustain staff commitment and professional excellence.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and/or French with a good working knowledge of the other language. Spanish and/or Russian would be an advantage.
Competence in the use of standard Microsoft software (e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

APPLICATION PROCESS

Applications, quoting the reference “Director, Economic and Statistics Division,” including a curriculum vitae, three (3) referees, cover letter and salary expectations must be submitted by 25 November 2016 sent to the address below.

The Executive Director

International Cocoa Organization

Westgate House, Westgate Road

Ealing, London W5 1YY

United Kingdom

A copy of the application may also be sent by email to jobs@icco.org.

To apply for this position, you must to be a national of one of the ICCO member countries (please see list on www.icco.org). Please note that only short-listed applicants for interview will be contacted.

Notice to Applicants

ICCO does not charge any sort of fees from applicants for jobs or its prospective employees for any reason before, during and after the selection process (application, interview, meeting, traveling, processing, training or any other fees). All communication with applicants is done through a verifiable ICCO email address and not from an Internet address such as Hotmail, Yahoo, Gmail or mobile line, etc.

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