PhD scholarships

DIVERSIFYING FOOD SYSTEMS
Horticultural Innovations and Learning for Improved Nutrition and
Livelihood in East Africa
(HORTINLEA)
Programme "GlobE - Global Food Security"
National Research Strategy BioEconomy 2030 of the Federal Republic of Germany
Call for Applications
Applications for the Doctoral Programme within the framework of the joint international research
project HORTINLEA are welcome.
The general objective of project HORTINLEA is to address pressing challenges of undernutrition,
poverty and sustainability and to improve the livelihood and nutritional situation in particular of the
rural and urban poor in East Africa by producing knowledge helping to improve and increase
horticultural production especially of indigenous vegetables. Interdisciplinary results will be achieved
by building on research within the following areas of interest:
Water use efficiency
Integrated pest management
Soil fertility management
Quality assurance in post-harvest
Human health impacts of vegetables
Variety development
Market trends and consumption habits
Climate change and ecological sustainability
Poverty and vulnerability of households
Gender research
Institutional arrangements of horticulture
Value chain strategies
Transferring knowledge into policies and
practise
For more information about the project please visit: www.hortinlea.org
Scholarship and financing
A competitive salary or scholarship will be provided during the research phase at one of the Kenyan
partner universities and extra stipend to cover costs while conducting research at German partner
universities. The Graduate School regularly offers courses. PhD SCHOLARSHIP POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT
The Egerton University and the German Centre for Rural Development (SLE) offer two PhD positions
in the field of climate change. The PhD students will contribute to the Sub-Project 8 (SP8): “Climate
Change and Ecological Sustainability of Horticultural Value Chains” under the supervision of the
Egerton University and Humboldt, SLE and PIK academics.
The central aim of the sub-project 8 is to provide a comprehensive analysis on the impacts of climate
change on horticultural production and environmental sustainability issues, by considering different
farming systems, including smallholders, outgrowers, export farms, and urban/peri-urban glasshouse
production. Based on this analysis, the project shall identify options both for adapting to a changing
climate and for reducing greenhouse gas emissions on farms and along value chains.
Applicants are expected to develop, define and implement their own PhD research project within the
SP8.
Applicants for this PhD positions should have a background in at least one of the following fields:
Economics, agriculture / horticulture, environmental science / natural resources management, rural
development. Applicants must hold a Master’s degree with excellent results. Very good written and
oral English and excellent MS Office skills are essential for this position. Knowledge of German is
beneficial, but not required.
Core eligibility criteria:
 Age: 25-35
 Master’s degree
 National of Kenya, Ethiopia, or Tansania
 Eligible for registration in Humboldt University of Berlin1
 Able to work in an interdisciplinary and multicultural team
Of advantage are as well:
 Relevant publications and very good writing skills
 Methods/experience for/in empirical socio-economic research and
 Excellent organisation and communication skills
Applications are expected in the area of “Climate Change and Ecological Sustainability” for two
distinct positions: A Climate Change Adaptation and B. Climate Change Mitigation
A. Specific expectations and duties of the Climate Change Adaptation PhD candidate:
The candidate shall have a strong interest to conduct research work in climate change adaptation at
multiple levels, including farm, community, and national level. The main objective of the PhD
research will be analysing the impacts of climate change on different farming systems, and to identify
measures to increase resilience to climate change. The smallholder farming system is in the center of
research interest. Moreover, synergies and trade-offs between climate change adaptation and
mitigation are to be identified, and other yet to be determined indicators of ecological sustainability
to be considered, e.g. water use, biodiversity, pest management, soil quality and competition for
land. The candidate shall have prior experience of conducting research in developing countries,
preferably in East Africa. Further the candidate should have first experience or knowledge on tools

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Visit the website: http://www.hu-berlin.de/?set_language=en&cl=enand methods for climate change adaptation analysis and for climate-friendly agriculture/horticulture,
including cost-benefit analysis.
B. Specific expectations and duties of the Climate Change Mitigation research fellow:
The candidate shall have a strong interest to conduct research work in climate change mitigation
focusing on reducing greenhouse gas emissions along the horticultural value chain. The main
objective of the PhD research will be to estimate the amount of GHGs emitted per unit of product
(Product Carbon Footprint PCF) of different value chains and to recommend options for increasing
production efficiencies and reducing the PCF. Smallholder production on African indigenous
vegetables is in the center of research interest. Moreover, synergies and trade-offs between climate
change adaptation and mitigation are to be identified, and other yet to be determined indicators of
ecological sustainability to be considered, e.g. water use, biodiversity, pest management, soil quality
and competition for land. The candidate shall have prior experience of conducting research in
developing countries, preferably in East Africa. Further the candidate should have first experience or
knowledge on tools and methods to measure carbon or ecological footprints and/or methods to
measure greenhouse gas emissions from land use change, agriculture or horticulture.
How to apply:
Interested applicants are required to submit the following documents via email:
1. A letter of interest, indicating the distinct research position A (climate change adaptation) or B
(climate change mitigation) and a concise statement of their interest
2. Current Curriculum Vitae, including at least 2 academic referees (Recommended Europass CV
format form can be downloaded at http://europass.cedefop.europa.eu/en/home
3. Certified copies (in PDF format) of academic certificates and transcripts of degree, courses taken;
4. Preferably a short summary of master thesis (max. 3 pages)
Female candidates are especially encouraged to apply. Handicapped persons are especially
encouraged to apply.
The PhD positions are open as soon as possible, ending June 30th, 2016, with possible extension in a
second phase. The main research activities are based in Kenya. Successful applicants have the
opportunity to visit the HORTINLEA Graduate School at the Leibniz University of Hannover. The
positions will be financed by HORTINLEA project. The PhD students will receive additional funding for
travel and accommodation for the time spent in Germany or abroad.
For further information, potential applicants are encouraged to contact through the following email
address: Dr. Hillary K. Bett (Egerton University) hk_bett@yahoo.com or Dr. Silke Stoeber (Humboldt
University) silke.stoeber@agrar.hu-berlin.de.
Please send your application to: hk_bett@yahoo.com AND silke.stoeber@agrar.hu-berlin.de
The deadline for applications is 15 November 2014. Applications received after this date will not be
considered. Pre-selected applicants will be invited for an interview in Nakuru, Egerton in the first or
second week of December 2014 where final candidates will be identified. Notifications will be sent
out by 25 November.

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Chemonics International Post

 

Chemonics International, a leading international organization based in Washington, D.C., seeks candidates for an anticipated basic education project funded by the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID). Positions may be based in Dar es Salaam, Arusha, or in regional offices to be determined. We are seeking individuals who have a passion for making a difference in the lives of people around the world.



Chief of Party:

· Minimum 10 years of COP, DCOP, or senior leadership experience managing education programs in developing countries programs, preferably with USAID in East Africa.

· Master’s degree in education, reading, or other relevant field required, Ph.D. preferred.

· Demonstrated skill in collaborating with host-country officials, donors, and stakeholders.



Deputy Chief of Party

· Minimum 10 years relevant technical experience in early grade reading and program management in East Africa, preferably in Tanzania.

· Advanced degree in education or other relevant field required.



Chemonics seeks specialists in the following areas:

· Early Grade Reading

· Instructional Materials Creation

· Curriculum Design

· Teacher In-Service and Pre-Service Training and Professional Development

· Reading Assessments and Standards

· Community Engagement

· ICT for Education

· Orphans and Vulnerable Children(OVCs)

· Gender and Disabilities

· Institutional Strengthening

· Education Leadership and Management

· Swahili Language

· Media and Public Relations

· Monitoring and Evaluation

· Regional Program Managers







General Qualifications:


 · Advanced degree in relevant technical area and specialty

· Minimum 5 years demonstrated relevant experience in basic education

· Knowledge and experiencein the Tanzanian education system

· Experience on USAID or other donor-funded programs preferred

· Outstanding leadership, management, and interpersonal skills

· Ability to conceptualize and lead technical tasks

· Fluency in English required; proficiency in a Swahili preferred.

· Commitment to leadership, versatility, and integrity.

· Tanzanian candidates are encouraged to apply.




To apply, email your cover letter and CV to tanzaniaeducationrecruit@gmail.comby October 25, 2014.Please use the subject line NAME – POSITION TITLE. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling bases, and only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Chemonics is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, or other non-merit factors.”

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Multi-country CEDAW Shadow Report Training (deadline 21 October 2014)

International Women's Rights Action Watch (IWRAW) Asia Pacific with the support of Masimanyane Women's Support Center (South Africa) will be hosting a multi-country CEDAW shadow report training from the 21-24th of November 2014. This training will take place in South Africa. The location to be confirmed. This training is financially supported by the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation.

Only participants from the Gambia, Liberia, Madagascar, Malawi, Namibia and Senegal are eligible to participate in this training as these countries will be reviewed by the CEDAW Committee in 2015. Those interested are requested to send the completed application form (attached) and supporting documents to IWRAW Asia Pacific by Tuesday 21st of October 2014. Late applications will not be considered.

We are looking for participants who fulfill the following criteria:
1. Committed in developing a comprehensive shadow report for the CEDAW review for their respective countries
2. Are part of a women's organisation/human rights organisation in the countries mentioned above (preferably organisations that are also part of a coalition or network)
3. Preferably with CEDAW/women's human rights experience
4. Preferably those with a good command of English (English will be the primary language of instruction/communication in this training)
5. Priority will also be given to women activists representing marginalised and vulnerable groups

6. Who are able to submit an action plan for follow-up which has been endorsed by the organisation/network. This action plan must details the steps for follow-up that will be undertaken for the development of the respective shadow report.

Participants who are selected will be responsible in coordinating the respective national level coalition to develop the shadow report within the deadlines provided by IWRAW Asia Pacific.

 

For further information, kindly contact:  Dorathy Benjamin or Sanyu Awori at iwraw-ap@iwraw-ap.org

 

Kindly disseminate this widely to your networks.

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Youth Masterclass registration is open!

Hello everyone!


Registration for the Global Landscapes Forum Youth Masterclasses is now open! The GLF is a side event at COP 20 in Lima in December. If you are going to COP20 this is a great , and FREE, opportunity to learn more about the concepts and gain practical skills and build your networking abilities. Register here now!


Please share this information widely!:


Youth Masterclass registration is open!

Do you:


Find it difficult to network at big conferences?


Feel shy to put up your hand and say something at side events?


Struggle to understand the political and technical jargon used by climate change and sustainable development folks?


Want to build all these skills and meet a bunch of like minded young people and professionals interested in youth issues?

Then
you are just the person we want to attend a series of youth
masterclasses at December's Global Landscapes Forum in Peru! If you're
participating in COP register now for the masterclasses - it is totally free!

What are the youth masterclasses?

Despite
increasing commitments for youth representation in committees and at
conferences, there's not been a space for sufficient mentoring and skill
building opportunities so young people can effectively contribute to
discussions, network and become better professionals.

We
want to build the skills of youth to become leaders and give them a
space to effectively contribute to innovative cross-cutting solutions to
land use, climate change and sustainable development issues.

That's
why we're offering a series of online and offline skill and knowledge
building masterclasses in November and December, run by professional
trainers.

Download the concept note here and learn more about what to expect here.
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Call for Essays: Africa Youth Day

Women account for about half of Africa’s talent base. As a group, they have been marginalised and their economic, social, political and environmental contributions go in large part unrealised, underutilized and undervalued. Poverty and HIV/AIDS still carry a female face. Women' education is often sacrifice because of varioussocio-economic and cultural reasons and women are among the most affected byconflicts and violence. Empowering their participation in the community and the workforce greatly increases economic growth, reduces poverty, enhances societal well-being, and helps ensure sustainable development in all countries.

It is against this background that the African Union Heads of State and Government have dedicated next year, 2015, as the "Year of Women’s Empowerment and Development towards Africa’s Agenda 2063”.  As a prelude to these celebrations, the African Union Commission is celebrating this year’s Africa Youth Day under the theme: Delivering on the Potential of Africa’s Young women.

Celebrated on the 1^st of November, The African Youth Day aims to promote an increased recognition of youth as key agents for social change and economic growth in all aspects of African society. The event also aims to contribute and channel the youth motivation, energy and idealism to reinforce the efforts towards the achievement of a sustainable development in the Africa.

To open up this discourse, the African Union Commission invites young Africans to submit an essay of not more than 1500 words, which identifies and makes the case for policy measures to support the empowerment of young women. Entries are encouraged to be evidence-based, drawing on experiences of the writer or other individuals or institutions.

Finalists will be invited to celebrate the African Youth Day at the African Union Commission in AddisAbaba, Ethiopia  and engage with Ministers of Youth from across the continent.  Winning essay shall be published and presented at various high level policy meetings in 2015. 

Competition Rules:

1.      The call is open from the 1^st of October 2014 to the 20^th of October 2014
2.     The competition is open to young people (18-35) from African Union Member States.
3.     Only one essay is allowed per entrant.
4.     Essays shouldbe submitted in any of the AU languages i.e. English, French, Portuguese andArabic
5.     Photographs and other illustrations that enhance the article are welcome, although these must be original to the author and be copyright free.
6.     Submission should be made to essays@empoweryouth.today

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FARMER MANAGED RENEWABLE ENERGY PRODUCTION IN KATSINA STATE UNDER THE ENERGISING ACCESS TO SUSTAINABLE ENERGY PROJECT

Open Date:  October 13, 2014

 

Close Date:  October 24, 2014

 

SCOPE OF WORK

Improvement of Fuelwood Balance in Selected Seven LGAs of Katsina State

The International Centre for Energy, Environment & Development (ICEED) works to promote energy and climate security for Nigeria’s poor. In partnership with OXFAM Novib and the European Union, ICEED plans to improve the fuel wood balance in seven (7) Local Government Areas in Katsina State. Part of the strategy to deliver this result is through the development of the supply chain for fuel efficient woodstoves. The seven Local Government Areas include Mashi, Mai Adua, Dutsi, Daura, Sandamu, Zango and Baure.

The actions of this result will contribute to the Special Objective as follows:

1.     At least 30% of the target households has adopted new stoves and the majority of users, mainly women, are satisfied with the health and fuel consumption performance of these new technologies;

2.    Stove artisans operate sustainable businesses and 75% has a healthy cash flow; at least 25% of the businesses are run by women; and

3.    At least two financing institutions have support mechanisms for small credits to fuelwood reducing stove suppliers and beneficiaries.

 

 

To deliver this project, ICEED requires the services of professionals to fill the posts outlined below:

	JOB DESCRIPTION
TITLE:		Energy Efficient Cookstoves Programme Officer

 

JOB SUMMARY: 

The Energy Efficient Cookstoves Programme Officer will ensure effective and efficient technical delivery of all the project results. In collaboration with consultants and other project staff, he/she will coordinate project planning and budgeting, develop training sessions, oversee constructions, monitoring and evaluation as well as communications and public awareness. The Programme Officer will also work to scale-up the project, including coordinating the development of innovative financing mechanisms such as the carbon market and micro-finance schemes.

RESPONSIBILITIES

§  Work with consultants in developing appropriate cookstove designs and production;

§  Oversee the delivery of quality assurance measures, including stove testing and post-installation performance assessment;

§  Coordinate training of stove producers, retailers, financing institutions;

§  Oversee market development of clean cooking energy products in project areas;

§  Lead on baseline data collection, development of M&E mechanisms and project reporting;

§  Coordinate the development of policy and financial mechanisms to support the rapid scale up of the project;

§  Coordinate and develop local stove entrepreneurs and value chain actors

§  In collaboration with other project staff, ensure effective communication of project results and reporting obligations; and

§  Coordinate with Oxfam and oversee the sharing of lessons from the project.

 

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & CERTIFICATIONS

§  A Degree or its equivalent in Engineering or Environmental Sciences.

§  A Master’s Degree will be an added advantage.

§  Hands-on experience in delivering non-electricity renewable energy projects.

§  At least 5 years’ working experience and at least three in the field of clean cookstoves delivery.

§  Clear understanding of the issues of energy poverty in Nigeria.

§  Demonstrated ability to lead and work collegially with other technical staff, experts, and with counterparts from the public, private and NGO sectors.

§  Experience in providing innovative financing solutions for the promotion of renewable energy projects.

§  Strong analytical skills.

§  High level oral and written communication skills.

§  Exceptional interpersonal communication, teamwork, and partnering skills.

 

 

	JOB DESCRIPTION
TITLE:		Private Sector Development Expert

JOB SUMMARY

The Private Sector Development Specialist will be responsible for developing and expanding the value chain of clean cooking energy products within the project area. He/She will identify potentials for collaboration with established businesses, coordinate business delivery model trainings, facilitate partnership with finance institutions, support the development of innovative financing models, and ensure effective and efficient delivery of all commercial results of the project and sustainability schemes.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

§  Identify, assess, and recommend potential private sector partners and partnership opportunities;

§  Facilitate business development services and trainings including developing robust distribution action plan;

§  Provide technical leadership for the design, formalization, and management of innovative public-private partnerships;

§  Facilitate the building of partnerships with finance institutions;

§  Support the development of innovative financing tools to promote investment in sustainable clean cookstove enterprises;

§  Coordinate with other donors, local organizations and government structures to ensure growth in the market for clean cooking energy services; and

§  Develop and implement outreach strategies to the private sector.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & CERTIFICATIONS

§  A Degree or its equivalent in Business Administration, Marketing or related fields.

§  A Master’s Degree will be an added advantage.

§  At least 5 years’ related experience and at least three in the business development or financial services sector.

§  Experience in developing or providing innovative financing solutions for the promotion of products and services;

§  Demonstrated ability to carry out capacity building programmes and outreaches;

§  Exceptional interpersonal communication, teamwork, and partnering skills;

§  Understanding of donor reporting formats; and

§  Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

 

 

 

	JOB DESCRIPTION
TITLE:		Project Advisor Gender & Social Development

JOB SUMMARY

The Project Advisor Gender & Social Development will coordinate activities aimed at mainstreaming gender issues in the project. He/She will facilitate the achievement of project goals to expand social inclusion, promote women participation in clean cookstoves businesses, provide support for establishment of women and youths social enterprises, raise awareness and support on the role of women and youths in the development and adoption of gender friendly sustainable energy solutions.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

§  Develop and lead implementation of a gender strategy for the project;

§  Identify women groups and women-led enterprises for participation in stove construction and marketing;

§  Monitor the progress of enterprises and provide support as needed;

§  Coordinate capacity building for women and youths on clean cookstoves businesses; and

§  Work with project team to facilitate all publicity efforts and outreach initiatives to special interest groups and partner organizations with understanding why mainstreaming gender issues energy access is important; and

§  Collaborate with other project staff to track progress towards the meeting of gender targets of the goals.

§  Review project activities, communications and beneficiaries to ensure gender equity and responsibility are observed

 

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & CERTIFICATIONS

§  University Degree or its equivalent in Development Studies, Social Sciences or related fields;

§  At least 3 years post-graduation experience on gender-related issues;

§  Experience on women and energy issues, especially in Northern Nigeria will be an added advantage;

§  Excellent written and oral communication skills;

§  Demonstrated ability to lead and work collegially with other technical staff, experts, and with counterparts from the public, private and NGO sectors.

§  Exceptional interpersonal skills, teamwork, and partnering skills.

§  Ability to influence others through articulate written and verbal communication

§  Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English language proficiency.

§  Ability to communicate in Hausa or Fulfulde will be an added advantage.

 

 

	JOB DESCRIPTION
TITLE:		Project Advisor

JOB SUMMARY

The Project Advisor will provide technical support to the programme management to ensure that the goals of the project area is realised, measured and reported effectively. He/She will provide technical oversight and coordination of project, ensure quality delivery of results, support project planning, and monitoring and evaluation.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

§  Provide technical oversight of the project implementation process;

§  Ensure quality delivery of project outputs and outcomes consistent with logframes milestones and targets;

§  Ensure implementation meet the technical requirements of the grant contract;

§  Provide support to activity planning,  coordination of project activities and reporting;

§  Provide support in tracking budgets, spending and financial reporting;

§  Lead on project monitoring and evaluation; and

§  Coordinate relationship with Oxfam and other project stakeholders.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & CERTIFICATIONS

§  A Post-Graduate University Degree in Engineering, Environmental or Social Sciences.

§  Demonstrated competence in programme leadership, planning, and monitoring and evaluation.

§  Excellent written and oral communication skills

§  Demonstrated ability to lead and work collegially with other technical staff, experts, and with counterparts from the public, private and NGO sectors.

§  Exceptional interpersonal communication, teamwork, and partnering skills.

§  Ability to influence others through articulate written and verbal communication

§  Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English language proficiency.

 

 

	JOB DESCRIPTION
TITLE:		Project Officer

JOB SUMMARY

The Project Officer will provide support to the Programme Officer to ensure that all technical targets of the project are achieved. He/She will provide support to technical oversight, ensure delivery of results, support project planning, and monitoring and evaluation.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

§  Assist in developing appropriate stove designs and production;

§  Assist the delivery of quality assurance measures, including stove testing and post-installation performance assessment;

§  Assist in coordinating training of stove producers, retailers, financing institutions;

§  Assist market development of clean cooking energy products in project areas;

§  Assist baseline data collection, development of M&E mechanisms and project reporting;

§  Assist the development of policy and financial mechanisms to support the rapid scale up of the project; and

§  Assist  in  communicating project results and meeting reporting obligations.

 

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & CERTIFICATIONS

§  A Degree or its equivalent in Engineering or Environmental Sciences.

§  At least 3 years’ working experience in the renewable energy sector.

§  Good understanding of the issues of energy poverty in Nigeria.

§  Strong analytical skills.

§  High level oral and written communication skills.

§  Exceptional interpersonal communication, teamwork, and partnering skills.

 

 

	JOB DESCRIPTION
TITLE:		Field Officers (7 nos.)

JOB SUMMARY

The Field Officers will be responsible for assisting in the delivery of overall project results in the project areas. They will assist in coordinating activities with project stakeholders, assist in building contacts with project partners and beneficiaries, maintain effective communication with the project management unit and the host communities and assist in communicating the results of the project to a wide stakeholder base.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

§  Organize and lead teams where appropriate to conduct;

      a. Baseline socio-economic surveys and monitoring;

      b. Workshops for relevant stakeholders;

§  Research to encourage and promote the use of fuel-efficient stoves;

§  Assist the Project Management Unit  in ensuring smooth running of the project;

§  Assist in building contacts with project partners and beneficiaries;

§  Handle logistic supports as delegated by the head office;

§  Monitoring and tracking of stoves sales and subsidy verification; and

§  Any other related duties that may be delegated.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & CERTIFICATIONS

§  A Minimum of Ordinary National Diploma (OND) or its equivalent.

§  At least two (2) years experience in project delivery assistance and other related fields;

§  Good network within government and CSO circles;

§  High level oral and written communication skills;

§  Must speak Hausa or other local languages and resident in Katsina State; and

§  Proficiency in use of Information Technology.

 

	JOB DESCRIPTION
TITLE:		Finance Officer

JOB SUMMARY:

The Finance Officer will support development and implementation of efficient financial management systems for the project office. He/She will work closely with the project management unit to ensure compliance with project financial reporting obligations.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

§  Support budget tracking, preparation of account and management of payroll;

§  Contribute to the development and maintenance of financial systems and processes;

§  Providing advice and information to the Finance Administrator;

§  Ensuring all financial regulations(ICEED and donor agency) are adhered to;

§  Prepare monthly financial report and bank reconciliation;

§  Quarterly financial reporting on progress against project indicators using monitoring and evaluation tools;

§  Set up office management systems with efficient filing and retrieval systems for electronic and non-electronic information;

§  Ensure expenses are properly coded and conform to cost principles as outlined in the EU financial manual and reporting format;

§  Ensure internal control systems are followed;

§  Provide support during audits and all compliance related visits including ensuring follow up and implementation of Corrective Action Plans;

§  Review, in detail, office voucher for allowability of expenses by project and ledger code; match all transactions to accompanying receipts; ensure consultant labour charges have appropriate hours and vendor identification numbers;

§  Provide other services as may be delegated.

 

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & CERTIFICATIONS

§  A Degree or its equivalent in Finance, Accounting or other related fields;

§  A Master Degree will be an added advantage;

§  Minimum of three years’ experience in financial, administrative and contracts management of projects;

§  Knowledge of accounting software;

§  Experience with donor program management will be an added advantage;

§  An accounting professional qualification;

§  Proven proficiency in the use of monitoring and evaluation tools;

§  High Information Technology literacy;

§  Excellent communication skills;

§  Ability to work in multi-cultural teams;

§  Strong interpersonal, written and oral communication skills. English fluency required;

§  Ability to be flexible and manage and accomplish multiple priorities; goal oriented; and

§  Knowledgeable in donor reporting requirements

 

	JOB DESCRIPTION
TITLE:		Administrative Support Staff

JOB SUMMARY

The Administrative Support Staff will assist the project administrative unit to ensure that all administrative procedures are met in conformity with EU administrative policies.  

RESPONSIBILITIES:

§  Set up office management systems with efficient filing and retrieval systems for electronic and non-electronic information;

§  Assist in ensuring control and administrative systems comply with donor financial guidelines;

§  Coordinates procurements, ensuring that donor procurement rules are strictly followed;

§  In collaboration with the program staff, oversee, administer, supervise and manage performance management for all team members; and

§  Assist in the implementation of the communication strategy.

 

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & CERTIFICATIONS

§  A Degree or its equivalent in Social Sciences;

§  At least one year’s working experience;

§  Good understanding of the issues of energy poverty in Nigeria;

§  Strong analytical skills;

§  High level oral and written communication skills; and

§  Good interpersonal communication, teamwork, and partnering skills.

 

 

	JOB DESCRIPTION
TITLE:		Drivers

JOB SUMMARY

The Drivers will be responsible for the management of logistics and transportation of both project personnel an goods within and outside the project areas. These officers will also be responsible for ensuring effective maintenance of project vehicles. The drivers will also assist the admin support unit in arranging logistics during events such as workshops, conferences, etc.    

RESPONSIBILITIES:

§  Drive the project team to locations or sites where project activities take place;

§  Ensure that all project vehicles are driven with care, caution and safety;

§  Inform the project management when project vehicles are due for service or need major maintenance or repairs;

§  Assist in arranging logistics during project events; and

§  Any other related duties that may be delegated.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & CERTIFICATIONS

§  Minimum of Senior School Certificate;

§  Possession of valid driver’s license;

§  At least 3 years driving experience in a reputable organization;

§  Fair level of oral and written communication skills;

§  Good interpersonal communication, teamwork, and partnering skills.

 

 

METHOD OF APPLICATION

Interested candidates may send in their CVs with a one-page letter of application to folake@iceednigeria.org not later than 16.00 on October 24, 2014.

 

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