CURRENT VACANCIES, ECOWAS

FINANCE OFFICER (APSA-SP)
DEPARTMENT:  Office of the President
DIRECTORATE: ECOWAS Peace Fund
GRADE: P3
ANNUAL SALARY: USD 36,901 - USD 44,469
SUPERVISOR:  Manager, ECOWAS Peace Fund
REFERENCE: ECW-COMM/REC/EPF-P/005/2012
DURATION: Two (2) years - up to Dec. 2014
DUTY STATION:  Abuja, Nigeria
DUE DATE:  28 January 2013

The Commission of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS; www.ecowas.int), along with other Regional Economic Communities (RECs)  has been implementing since May 2011 the African Peace and Security Architecture Support Programme (APSA), supported by the African Union Commission and the European Union within the framework of Africa Peace Facility (APF).
The main purpose of APSA is to promote peace and security in Africa, specifically through conflict prevention, management, resolution and peace building as as well as capacity development
APF is sponsored by the 10th European Development Fund. Under APSA, the ECOWAS Commission is benefitting from two projects, namely the APSA Support Programme (APSA-SP) up to December 2014 and the EU Support to African Training Institutions/Training Centers of Excellence (TI-TCE). Officially the two projects are expected to run respectively till 31 December 2014 and 31 January 2013.
In order to fast-track the implementation of APSA, the ECOWAS Commission is seeking the services of qualified professionals.






The Finance Specialist is responsible for ensuring that all funds under the project are properly controlled and managed and that regular and timely financial reports are produced and audits scheduled to the satisfaction of ECOWAS and its donors and Implementing Partners. He or she will work closely with Finance Officers and Accountants of ECOWAS Directorate of Finance, the recipient institutions and stakeholders and liaise with other relevant stakeholders involved in the implementation of the project. He reports to EPF Manager and the Director of Finance in the formats needed to satisfy donors and respond to the financial information and analytical needs of Implementing Partners. He will be located at the Finance Directorate.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
He or she will have the following specific responsibilities:
Ensure, in collaboration with the Directorate of Finance of the Commission  the maintenance of accounting records and financial transactions, reconciliation of accounts and preparation of reports for funds under APSA;
Ensure full cooperation and coordination with relevant stakeholders in the area of financial management, accounting and audit;
Prepare and follow up requests for disbursement of grant funds;
Provide regular financial reports on budgeted amounts and amounts spent by financial account code and cost centre and indicate variances over time.
Keep track of donor financial reporting needs by preparing a schedule of events;
Ensure that all financial data are regularly backed up to avoid data loss;
Undertake financial and cost-benefit analysis for projects;
Undertake and complete tasks relating to disbursement requests according to the regulations/procedures of the Donors.;
Undertake field visits and communicate with people;
Provide other financial reports as may be required by the Peace Fund Manager, the Director of Finance and donors;
Perform any other relevant tasks that may be assigned by the EPF Manager and the Director of Finance;

QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE/SKILLS
EDUCATION QUALIFICATION
Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Financial Management, Accounting or equivalent;
At least 5 years of relevant experience with credible organizations;
A solid knowledge of accounting systems, financial software, budgeting and strategic financial planning is required;
Excellent skills (written and spoken) in one of ECOWAS official languages (English, French, Portuguese). A working knowledge in one of the two others would be an advantage;
Computer proficiency (MS Office-Word-Excel-Access-PowerPoint; Financial Software);
Excellent financial management skills and good inter-personal skills;
Knowledge of donors’ procedures is a plus;
The Finance Officer must be a citizen of an ECOWAS Member State, immediately available, in sound health, with the ability to work under pressure in a cross-cultural & complex environment, diplomatic framework, to travel and undertake short term trips to various localities in West Africa.;

COMPETENCIES
Professionalism/integrity/honesty:  Knowledge of policies related to conflict, post-conflict operations, peace-building. Ability to identify issues, analyze and participate in the resolution of issues/problems; Ability to apply judgment in the context of assignments given, plan own work and manage conflicting priorities; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remain calm in stressful situations. Planning and organising: Proven ability to work under pressure and to use limited resources effectively,
Teamwork: Ability to operate effectively across organisational and country boundaries; Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic work environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity; Proven ability to collaborate with colleagues to achieve organisational goals; Communication: Excellent communication skills (written and spoken in French, English or Portuguese,  including ability to draft/edit a variety

AGE
Candidates should not be 50 years old or over at the point of recruitment and must be a citizen of one of the ECOWAS member states.

LANGUAGE
Must be fluent in one of the official languages of the Commission; English, French and Portuguese. A working knowledge of another would be an advantage.

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

Recent Jobs at British Council in Lagos Nigeria 2013

The British Council is the UK’s international organisation for educational opportunities and cultural relations. We work in over 100 countries worldwide to build engagement and trust for the UK through the exchange of knowledge and ideas between people. We are looking for a suitable candidate to fill the below position:
Job Title: Human Resources Manager
Department/Country: HR, Nigeria
Location of post: Lagos
Purpose of job
To support the achievement of British Council Nigeria outcomes through effective and efficient Human Resources Management. To meet business needs and model corporate values and standards. To promote a supportive working environment that emphasises achievement through learning, knowledge sharing, effective line management and team-working.
Context and environment
The post holder will work as a member of a two person team reporting to Assistant Nigeria and working closely with the SSA regional HR team, Line Managers and all Nigeria staff.
Accountabilities, responsibilities and main duties
1. Strategy, Planning, HR Delivery

• To support Assistant Director Nigeria and Senior Management Team on the delivery of corporate HR strategies and plans.
• To ensure HR policies and practises support business needs.
• HR plans, issues, failings and risks are actively managed and reported to Assistant Director Nigeria for reporting at FCCF meetings and / or ERMF meetings and included in the Business Continuity Plan (e.g. recruitment, learning and development, performance, TACOS, staff turnover and continuity)

2. Recruitment & Induction

• To ensure that managers carry out recruitment and selection according to corporate standards and documentation related to recruitment and selection is completed in line with corporate requirements. Ensure documentation of all recruitment procedures.
• Ensure effective induction is carried out for all staff and documentation as needed

3. Learning and Development

• To promote a culture of learning, knowledge sharing and teamwork
• To develop annual learning plan in liaison with Assistant Director Nigeria, Senior leadership Team and line managers which meets business needs and to publish it by end June; check that it is being implemented; ensure that all staff have individual Learning/Development Plans.

4. Staff Survey

• To encourage at least 90% of staff to complete Staff Survey
• Arrange staff meetings to discuss Staff Survey Reports and follow-up action agreed with staff and progress communicated to staff.

5. Contracts, Staff Records, Leave

• To ensure all staff have employment contracts, reference documents etc
• All staff have a current written contract in accordance with local legal requirements and corporate standards.
• To maintain accurate and up-to-date Personal File for all staff with complete records of recruitment, employment contract and visas, induction, L & D, PMPD, leave, TOIL, overtime, formal letters etc Support Managers with effective management of staff leave as per TACOS
• To implement the new e-HR platform

6. TACOS and Staff Welfare

• To review and update TACOS documentation annually according to local legal advice and corporate guidelines as agreed with Director/Regional HR team.
• To advise on local labour issues.
• To support annual pay reviews by providing required information as required by regional HR
• To promote a supportive working environment for staff

7. Performance Management

• To ensure the Performance Management system operates to corporate standards and guidelines and good professional practice

8. Equal Opportunity and Diversity

• To ensure that British Council’s Nigeria strategy identifies and responds to EO & D issues.
• To lead on implementation of the British Council’s EO & D policies in all areas of work.
• To lead on the compilation of the DAF submission for Nigeria.
• Carry out equality monitoring of staff or customers as approriate

9. Child protection

• To ensure that British Council child protection requirements are adhered to and supporting evidence consistently filed and stored
• To support programme managers to embed child protection standards in all activity

Key relationships
This is a key role which promotes a professional working environment within the organisation by building a relationship of confidence & trust between staff and management Key relationships include Assistant Director Nigeria, Senior Leadership team Nigeria, SSA HR regional team, etc.
Other important features or requirements
(e.g. travel, unsocial/evening hours, restrictions on employment etc)
The post holder is expected to visit all 4 Nigeria offices regularly and may be expected to attend events in the evening as required.
Skills and Knowledge
Human Resources Management (Level 2): Resourcing, People and Performance, Development
Communication Skills (Level 2): Reading and writing skills, Speaking and listening skills, Understanding purpose, Understand the audience, Understand tools and media, Knowledge sharing
Qualifications

• HR Qualification (e.g. CIPD Certificate or Diploma or equivalent)
• 4 years experience in HR management in a multinational organisation Knowledge of Nigeria Labour laws and market

Remuneration
N 4,117,928 gross per annum
Application Closing Date
2nd January, 2013
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should read through the Job Profile Document Here and  Download and complete the application form. The completed application form should be sent to:
Gposts@ng.britishcouncil.org

Note: Only applications received on the British Council application form will be considered and only short-listed candidates will be contacted. We will not accept CVs.

British Council Recent Jobs Recruitment in Abuja Nigeria 2013

The British Council is the UK’s international organisation for educational opportunities and cultural relations. We work in over 100 countries worldwide to build engagement and trust for the UK through the exchange of knowledge and ideas between people.
We are looking for a suitable candidate to fill the below position:
Job Title: Communications Manager
Department/Country Marketing and Communications, Nigeria
Location of post: Abuja
Purpose of job
To support the effective delivery of British Council Nigeria programmes and projects by working with the Marketing and Communications team to develop, launch, deliver and evaluate marketing projects which maximise the profile of the British Council in Nigeria.
Context and environment

• Nigeria is the British Council’s largest operation in SSA with offices in 4 cities from Port Harcourt in the south to Kano in the north.
• It delivers activity in all our Strategic Business Units, (Arts, English, Education and Society), and operates with both internal and external resources.
• The Directorate is managed by a Country Director, supported by a Deputy Director and a group of 4 senior managers responsible for different programme functions, ( Country Exams Manager, Director Kano, Asst Director Nigeria (Arts) and Asst Director Nigeria (Education). There will also be a further (fixed term) post responsible for our work in English.

Accountabilities, responsibilities and main duties
(including people management and finance)

• Responsible for managing the performance and development of the Assistant Communications Manager and Planning and Evaluation Manager.
• Responsible for timely and effective management of Marketing and Communications budgets.
• Manage delivery of the marketing mix for British Council Nigeria projects and programmes.
• Contribute to the development of new marketing opportunities particularly digital offers.
• Manage internal relations to ensure effective communication of projects and programmes.
• Oversee and provide guidance to internal customers on communications, branding and marketing standards for programs, projects and events.
• Ensure that the Assistant Director and Senior Leadership Team are updated on Communications activity.
• Work with the Assistant Director to continuously improve British Council Nigeria Marketing and Communications strategy.
• Oversee the development, implementation and management of all British Council Nigeria digital activity including websites, social media and other digital resources used to promote our work.
• Working with the Partnerships Manager to design effective marketing material which support the development of new partnerships.

Key relationships
Internal: Assistant Director (Education), All Senior Leadership Team, programmes and Exams staff, Regional Marketing, Communications team
External: Media, Digital Customers,
Skills and Knowledge

• Strong editing and proof-reading skills.
• Excellent writing and verbal communication skills.
• Strong IT skills.
• Experience with non-profit fund raising.
• Experience of managing staff.
• Project management knowledge.
• Short listing and interview
• Experience with managing digital media for marketing and corporate communications.
• Experience of producing marketing material or other published material.
• Short listing and Interview

Qualifications
A first degree or equivalent with Post-graduate degree in a related field
Membership of relevant professional bodies
Remuneration
N 6,468,161 gross per annum
Application Closing Date
2nd January, 2013
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should read through the Job Profile Document Here and  Download and complete the application form. The completed application form should be sent to:
Fposts@ng.britishcouncil.org

Note: Only applications received on the British Council application form will be considered and only short-listed candidates will be contacted. We will not accept CVs.

UNDP MASSIVE JOB VACANCIES JANUARY 2013

NATIONAL PROJECT OFFICER – DRUG DEMAND REDUCTION
LOCATION: Lagos, NIGERIA
APPLICATION DEADLINE: 09-Jan-13
TYPE OF CONTRACT: Service Contract
POST LEVEL: SB-4
LANGUAGES REQUIRED: English
DURATION OF INITIAL CONTRACT: Initial duration of one yea
CLICK LINK TO APPLY
http://jobs.undp.org/cj_view_job.cfm?cur_job_id=34598
NATIONAL PROJECT OFFICER – LIAISON OFFICER
LOCATION: Abuja, NIGERIA
APPLICATION DEADLINE: 09-Jan-13
TYPE OF CONTRACT: Service Contract
POST LEVEL: SB-5
LANGUAGES REQUIRED: English
DURATION OF INITIAL CONTRACT: Initial duration of one year
CLICK LINK TO APPLY
http://jobs.undp.org/cj_view_job.cfm?cur_job_id=34596
NATIONAL PROJECT OFFICER – CAPACITY BUILDING
LOCATION: Lagos, NIGERIA
APPLICATION DEADLINE: 09-Jan-13
TYPE OF CONTRACT: Service Contract
POST LEVEL: SB-5
LANGUAGES REQUIRED: English
DURATION OF INITIAL CONTRACT: Initial duration period of one year
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http://jobs.undp.org/cj_view_job.cfm?cur_job_id=34595
NATIONAL PROJECT OFFICER – OUTREACH AND COMMUNICATION OFFICER (COST-SHARED)
LOCATION: Abuja, NIGERIA
APPLICATION DEADLINE: 09-Jan-13
TYPE OF CONTRACT: Service Contract
POST LEVEL: SB-4
LANGUAGES REQUIRED: English. copied from: nigerianbestforum.com-
DURATION OF INITIAL CONTRACT :   Initial duration of one year
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http://jobs.undp.org/cj_view_job.cfm?cur_job_id=34594
NATIONAL PROJECT OFFICER – COORDINATION WITH NON-STATE ACTORS
LOCATION: Abuja, NIGERIA
APPLICATION DEADLINE: 09-Jan-13
TYPE OF CONTRACT: Service Contract
POST LEVEL: SB-4
LANGUAGES REQUIRED: English
Duration of Initial Contract: Initial duration of one year
CLICK LINK TO APPLY
http://jobs.undp.org/cj_view_job.cfm?cur_job_id=34593
NATIONAL PROJECT OFFICER – POLICY/INSTITUTIONS/LEGISLATION AND COORDINATION WITH PILOT STATES
LOCATION: Abuja, NIGERIA
APPLICATION DEADLINE:   09-Jan-13
TYPE OF CONTRACT:   Service Contract
POST LEVEL: SB-5
LANGUAGES REQUIRED: English
DURATION OF INITIAL CONTRACT: Initial duration of one year
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http://jobs.undp.org/cj_view_job.cfm?cur_job_id=34585

Current Massive Jobs Vacancies At Action Against Hunger(NGO) in Nigeria 2013

Action Against Hunger (ACF) USA is part of the ACF International Network which works to save lives by combating hunger and diseases that threaten the lives of vulnerable communities, through nutrition, food security, water and sanitation, health and advocacy.

ALL ACF POSTS require candidates who demonstrate a high level of flexibility, enthusiasm, and strong commitment to humanitarian values Including neutrality, transparency, nondiscrimination/equal opportunity and access, child protection, professionalism, health and safety.

ACF Nigeria is looking for suitable candidates for the following:

1) LGA OFFICER, NUTRITION
RESPONSIBILITIES
Provides support for capacity building activities as integrated with SMoH & LGA for the hospital staff and for the Outpatient Therapeutic Program (OTP) centres for implementing, organising, managing and reporting of Stabilization Center (SC) and OTP activities.
Ensures training and adherence to National CMAM protocols under the State MoH/LGA staff of protocols and medical followup of beneficiaries.
All activities are to be done hand in hand with the SMOH/LGA staff.

REQUIREMENTS
Diploma in Health Sciences with a Major in Nutrition, with 2+ years experience in nutrition programming; computer literate; solid strategic thinking, planning, reporting and communication skills; fluent in English) and Hausa; able to work with diverse stakeholders and with partner organizations and staff effectively.


2) ASSISTANT STABILIZATION CENTRE (SC)
RESPONSIBILITIES
Supports the Senior Officer in implementation of training and capacity building to SMOH/LGA from District to community level, with a specific focus on inpatient care component ( —SC)
Ensures training and adherence by national Severe Acute Malnutrition treatment guidelines under the State MoH/LGA staff of protocols and medical followup of beneficiaries
All activities are to be done hand in hand with the SMOH/LGA staff.

REQUIREMENTS
Nursing degree with solid inpatient nutrition experience.
2+ years experience in inpatient nutritional treatment essential and one year experience in CMAM approach;
Strong communication and intra/interpersonal skills essential;
Strong coaching/mentoring skills;
Experience in reporting
Written English skills essential; Good management, teamwork spirit, community participation and capacity building /integration skills required.
Fluency in English and Hausa; knowledge of Kanouri a plus.


3) SENIOR STABILIZATION CENTRE (SC) OFFICER
RESPONSIBILITIES
Provides support for capacity building activities in Yobe State, with specific aspects of medical complications in children with severe acute malnutrition.
Responsible for supervising and coaching all Stabilization Centre activities on daily bases.
Training and capacity building to SMOH/LGA from District to community level, with a specific focus on inpatient care component;
Ensures training and adherence by State MoH/LGA staff of protocols and medical followup of beneficiaries. All activities are to be done hand in hand with the SMOH/LGA staff.

REQUIREMENTS
Medical Doctor and/or Masters degree in Clinical Nutrition, Public Health, or related discipline with good medical and nutrition background;
Medical Officer or Nurse with solid inpatient nutrition experience will be considered.
3+ yrs experience in inpatient nutritional treatment essential and one year experience in National CMAM guidelines and integration with the health system;
Strong communication and interpersonal skills essential;
Strong capacity in planning and facilitating trainings under Adult Learning Cycle techniques;
Strong coaching/mentoring skills;
Experience in monitoring & evaluation as well as reporting;
Written English skills essential;
Good management, teamwork spirit, community participation and capacity building /integration skills required.
Fluency in English and Hausa; knowledge of Kanouri a plus.


4) COMMUNITY MOBILIZATION OFFICER
RESPONSIBILITIES
Provides support in the implementation, organisation, follow up and reporting of community mobilization activities of the CMAM program in close collaboration with the SMOH/LGA and ACF Nutrition Officers.
The Community Officer implements and supervises the activities in the communities to strengthen coverage of nutritional activities.

REQUIREMENTS
Diploma in Health or Nutrition related Sciences with a major in Community Mobilization;
Strategic thinking, planning, reporting and communication skills;
Fluent in English and Hausa;
Able to work with diverse stakeholders and partners effectively.


5) ASSISTANT BASE ADMINISTRATOR
RESPONSIBILITIES
Assist Senior Base Administrator in managing the accountancy and HR activities of the ACF base in Damaturu.
Monitor and verify compliance with ACF administrative and logistics procedure, ensure proper archiving and filing at base level for all administrative documents.
Assist in recruitment and HR procedures and tracking.

REQUIREMENTS
Graduated in business or a relevant technical field, with 2+ years professional experience in administration or finance, preferably in an NGO setting; exceptional organizational and time management skills; attention to detail, able to manage multiple activities, resources and information strategically and thoroughly; computer literacy, solid written and verbal communication skills; team player; diplomatic; resourceful and independent/selfmotivated.


6) WASH TECHNICAL OFFICER
RESPONSIBILITIES
To supervise and participate in the technical aspects of Water, Sanitation and Hygiene activities including providing project designs and bills of quantity and supervising construction activities done by contractors or ACF teams.
To participate in market surveys to support quotations by contractors or ACF teams and to visit sites and ensure quality of construction being delivered and adherence to design specifications.
Additionally, to coordinate the technical workshops and ensure that the technical activities are up to the ACF standards WASH package.

REQUIREMENTS
High National Diploma and professional experience in building projects; strong WASH technical knowledge
Capacity to plan activities and supervise a team; drafting ability.


7) ASSISTANT NUTRITION COORDINATOR
RESPONSIBILTIIES
This is a higher management level post, directly supporting the Mission’s Nutrition Coordinator in implementation of nutrition programs in all areas the Mission serves (primarily Northern Nigeria at this time) according to medical and nutrition protocols.
Supports the overall management and monitoring of the nutrition program and reporting requirements.
Assists in capacity building and training for staff on CMAM and IYCF.
Provides support and technical guidance for field teams.

REQUIREMENTS
At least Bachelor’s level degree (Master’s preferred) in program management, health and nutrition, or related field;
Strong program management background with 5÷ years of managing health/nutrition related programs;
Strong analytical, strategic thinking, planning, financial/resource and personnel management;
Ability to set priorities, create and monitor work plans, evaluate program progress;
Strong computer skills;
Highly effective verbal and written communication skills in both English and Hausa;
Ability to work effectively with highlevel government partners and other stakeholders;
Able to build capacity in others and share expertise.


8) SAFETY AND SECURITY MANAGER
RESPONSIBILITIES
This is a higher management level post, reporting directly to the Country Director.
The SM provides daily safety and security support to the ACF Mission in Nigeria.
Regularly reviews, and amends as necessary, all Nigeria based Safety and Security policies and procedures.
Through validation by the Country Director creates and implements new ACF Nigeria Security and Safety policies and procedures as required.
Delivers training and capacity building to all ACF Nigeria staff on Security and Safety requirements and procedures.

REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor’s level degree in a relevant field; Certification and advanced training in Security Management;
Experience working in Security management/supervisory role 3+ years, including managing teams;
Strong verbal, written and communication skills including effective training and facilitation skills;
Approachable, diplomatic, able to maintain confidentiality;
Able to work effectively in diverse, cross cultural teams in a complex, multisite work environment; Computer literacy including all Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint);
Fluency in English, written and spoken;
Excellent attention to detail, highly organized, rigorous, self motivated, strong sense of responsibility, ability to work independently;
Capacity for analysis, synthesis and reporting of large amounts of information;
Previous experience working for NGOs or INGOs in Nigeria, especially in the northern Nigerian states, is preferred;
Fluency in one or more National/regional languages an asset (Hausa preferred).

9) JUNIOR OFFICE ASSISTANT (INTERNSHIP ONLY)
RESPONSIBILITIES
The Junior Office Assistant is a trial internship role for the ACF Nigeria Capital office in Abuja. The Assistant will support the HR. Administration and Logistics teams in the Capital with day to day tasks and duties related primarily to the running of the office and guest house, as well as errands related to purchasing, banking, visa renewals, travel and hotel bookings and similar.

REQUIREMENTS
Preference for new graduates seeking entry level internships to gain experience in an office and administration role, degree or diploma in fields such as HR, Administration, Finance or Management.
Strong computer literacy in MS Office programs, polite and professional communicator, enthusiastic team player, flexible and with a helpful attitude.
The listed vacancies do NOT entail any relocation support; if a successful applicant from out of area accepts a post he or she will be responsible for all relocation costs and activities. All ACF Nigeria posts are dependent on donor funding and may be withdrawn or cancelled based on changed program objective, needs or available resources.

TO APPLY
Applications, including CV and Letter of Motivation, should be sent by email only to recruitment.ng@acfinternational.org
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Testing and Interviewing of shortlisted candidates are anticipated to be conducted in early to mid January 2013.

JOB VACANCIES, UNDP

ECONOMIC MANAGEMENT COMMUNICATIONS ADVISOR,
LOCATION: Abuja, NIGERIA
APPLICATION DEADLINE: 03-Jan-13
TYPE OF CONTRACT: SERVICE Contract
POST LEVEL: SB-5
LANGUAGES REQUIRED: English
DURATION OF INITIAL CONTRACT: Initial duration of one year

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
EDUCATION:
Master's degree in media relations, journalism, publishing

EXPERIENCE:
10 years of relevant experience at the national or international level in public relations, communications or advocacy.
Previous experience with a multilateral or international organization is helpful but not mandatory. Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages, good knowledge and experience in handling of web-based management systems.

LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS: Fluency in English

UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.

CLICK LINK TO APPLY
http://www.ng.undp.org/jobs.shtml

LATEST VACANCIES, IITA

POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCHER IN FARMING SYSTEMS ANALYSIS (REF: DDG-R4D/PDR/12/12)

BACKGROUND:The International Institute for Tropical Agriculture (IITA) through its Natural Resources Program and the Wageningen UR Farming Systems Ecology chair group offer a challenging position as a postdoctoral researcher to lead research in the realm of farming systems analysis in the humid tropics.

IITA is an international non-profit research-for-development (R4D) organization created in 1967, governed by a Board of Trustees, and supported primarily by the Consultative Group of International Agricultural Research (CGIAR). Our R4D is anchored on the development needs of sub-Saharan Africa. We develop agricultural solutions with our partners to tacklehunger and poverty by reducing producer and consumer risks, enhancing crop quality and productivity, and generating wealth from agriculture. We have more than 100 internationally recruited scientists from about 35 countries and 900 nationally recruited staff based in various stations across Africa. Please visit http://www.iita.org/ for more information on IITA.

WAGENINGEN UR
The chair Farming Systems Ecology is one of the 17 chairs in the Department of Plant Sciences, Wageningen University and Research Centre and member of the Graduate School 'Production Ecology and Resource Conservation' (PE&RC). This chair is responsible for academic education and research on high-quality organic and other low-input farming systems in ecologically self-supporting landscapes.

Our principal scientific goal is the integration of knowledge to allow analysis and design of ecologically inntensive and multi-functional farming systems. We contribute to co-innovation in farming practices that rely on the natural functionalities that ecosystems offer. We develop tools and methodologies that allow analysis and design of alternative farming systems at field, farm and landscape scales. A special emphasis is on the use of on-farm systems analysis and modelling tools, although experimental work at component level is also performed as an essential part of testing of our concepts.

The group combines a strong international profile with a close link with National and European partners in the sustainable farming sector. Our website provides a good overview of our activities worldwide: http://www.wageningenIR.nl/fse.

The objective is to develop, adapt and put in practice an analytical framework for local to regional and global scale studies on tradeoffs around the sustainable intensification of smallholder farming systems, and contribute to capacity development on systems analysis and simulation modelling in the target regions. This must contribute to achieving the goals of the CRP 1.2 and similar international initiatives. To be able to inform policies and strategies for efficient targeting of agricultural innovations, key attributes pertaining to the dynamics of smallholder systems, namely stability, vulnerability and resilience will be characterised by means of a common framework to allow for comparative and prospective studies across the target regions of the CRP 1.2 in Africa, Latin America and Asia.

POSITION/RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Postdoctoral Researcher will be in charge of:
developing/adapting existing models at field, farm and landscape level. copied from: nigerianbestforum.com-
testing their ability to simulate farmer decisions and systems trajectories influenced by such decisions, across the various sites of the program
contributing to capacity building through training of PhD students on systems analysis and modelling
contributing to develop research proposal and to acquire the necessary resources to fund PhD research
publishing the results of your research in peer-reviewed international journals.

The postdoctoral researcher will be part of a team and as such will be expected to participate in the various activities of both teams, contributing to teach lectures related to his/her area of experitise, contribute in the co-supervision of MSc and PhD students, and in the development of new project proposals in line with the topic of your research, aiming to extend this position in time.

QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE:
The candidate should have a PhD in agronomy, soil science, ecology or another discipline that is appropriate for taking a quantitative systems approach.

CORE COMPETENCIES:
proven skills in simulation modelling and a strong background in biology, bio-mathematics and/or environmental physics.
able to execute and supervise field activities and training of local partners.
have a proven publication record in high impact international journals.
have good communication skills.
ability to work effectively as part of a team.
experience in teaching and MSc and PhD student supervision would be an advantage.
have a shown ability to write successful project proposals.
ability to work with multicultural and multi-disciplinary teams.

DUTY STATION:
IITA-Nairobi, Kenya and Wageningen, the Netherlands.

GENERAL INFORMATION:
The offer is a one year appointment renewable for two extra years after assessment of performance. The position is a shared position between IITA (66% of time) and the Farming Systems Ecology Group of the Department of Plant Sciences of Wageningen University (33% of time).

TO APPLY
Applications including covering letter, curriculum vitae, names and addresses of three referees should be addressed to the Human Resources Manager. Please complete our online application form using this link: http://www.iita.org/irs-online-application

DUE DATE: 15th January 2013

IITA is an equal opportunity employer and particularly welcomes applications from women candidates.

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted