Vacancy Announcement .................................... Spectrum – Sustainable Development Knowledge Network works on Resources, Rights and Justice. Spectrum is a local initiative focused on the overall goal of establishing mechanisms to enhance the framework for National Development in Myanmar, via constructive engagement on environment, sustainable development and natural resource management matters. Transparency work is a key focus. Advocacy, policy change, awareness raising, research and communications work along with some practice projects are focal areas. Title: Project Coordinator No.of Post (2) Project: Spectrum – Sustainable Development Knowledge Network Duty station: Yangon, Myanmar Duration: 1 year contract, extension by mutual agreement Project Coordinator positions will have areas of focus in one or several of the following areas, (one primary focus area, a secondary area and skills enhancement area as well) : - - EITI/ natural resource revenue transparency - Budget transparency - Parliamentarian Engagement - Integrity building / Anti-corruption work - Community based research - Land registration - Land use planning - CSR and Responsible Business - Investment codes and practices - Human rights / particularly the Ruggie framework for Business & Human rights - Education and Engagement for Children and Youth Specific skills, experience and interests in any of the above areas will be highly considered. Skills, experience and interest in leadership and program management core and crosscutting areas will be highly regarded :- o Project Management o Donor and partner relations o Communications, journalism and media o Gender programming considerations o Monitoring and Evaluation. All applicants should specific their preferred primary and secondary focus areas. Applicants who have skills in multiple areas should still highlight their preference for areas of consideration, and note areas of primary skills and experience. Page 2 Roles and Responsibilities for Project Coordinator The Project Coordinator positions will take the lead for implementation of programs and projects in Myanmar. The positions have unique opportunities to harness energy and collective efforts to make a difference to sustainable development. A. The Project coordinator will be responsible for completing the following tasks:- 1. To coordinate the program and project implementation, building capacities of the project partners, timely reporting and management of overall project. 2. To provide technical advice to the program and project partners through trainings, information sharing, regional exposure. 3. To progress translation projects, develop training manuals, info-kits, guidelines and publications relating to the project and other environment issues. 4. To conduct advocacy and policy work at national and regional levels. 5. To collaborate, contribute to other network, and build alliance for effective network and coordination among organizations and project partners 6. To monitor and evaluate the project activities on a regular basis for effective project implementation. 7. To identify and conduct research activities relating to the program and projects. 8. To ensure the safety and security of staff with the risk management 9. To enhance communication, networking, building good relationships/coordination with other staff, youth groups, other relevant organizations. 10. To compile and submit program progress reports to donors (narrative and financial) and monthly reports to the Interim Director 11. To carry out specified tasks to fulfill the organizational goals and objectives under the supervision of Supervisor. Page 3 B. Qualifications: A. Any degree and significant experience in land registration, environment, sustainable development, youth activities, indigenous issues or other field relevant to development in Myanmar. B. Proven project management, planning and networking experience. C. Able to manage staff in a collegial manner, address conflicts and develop their skills. D. Strong written and oral communication (both English and Myanmar), interpersonal and facilitation skills, and computer literacy. E. Able to work independently, proactively asking for help when needed. Able to work under stressful situations in a security constrained environment. F. Regional travels will be necessary. Applications are sought from qualified people with project experience, a passion for environmental practice improvement and sustainable development, and with good teamwork and communication skills. For the Project Coordinator, appropriate technical skills are also essential. Fluency in English is highly desirable. Application Procedure: All interested candidates should send their application letter, CV with at least two referees, along with 1 passport size picture attached, by 5pm on the closing date. Only short listed candidates will be contacted for an interview. Applications should be sent by email to: spectrum.hr2009@gmail Vacancy Announcement Spectrum – Sustainable Development Knowledge Network works on Resources, Rights and Justice. Spectrum is a local initiative focused on the overall goal of establishing mechanisms to enhance the framework for National Development in Myanmar, via constructive engagement on environment, sustainable development and natural resource management matters. Transparency work is a key focus. Advocacy, policy change, awareness raising, research and communications work along with some practice projects are focal areas. Position Titles: Program Officers No. of Post 2 positions Project: Spectrum – Sustainable Development Knowledge Network Duty station: Yangon, Myanmar Duration: 1 year contract, extension by mutual agreement Program Officer positions will have areas of focus in one or several of the following areas, (one primary focus area, a secondary area and skills enhancement area as well) : - - EITI/ natural resource revenue transparency - Parliamentarian Engagement - CSR and Responsible Business - Investment codes and practices Specific skills, experience and interests in any of the above areas will be highly considered. Skills, experience and interest in leadership and program management core and crosscutting areas will be highly regarded :- o Project Management o Donor and partner relations o Communications, journalism and media o Gender programming considerations o Monitoring and Evaluation. All applicants should specific their preferred primary and secondary focus areas. Applicants who have skills in multiple areas should still highlight their preference for areas of consideration, and note areas of primary skills and experience. Page 2 Roles and Responsibilities for Program Officer The Program Officer will be an integral part of the team to enhance the implementation of projects relating to the environment for Spectrum in Myanmar. This role gives opportunities to learn and develop skills, as well as contributing to making a difference to sustainable development. A. The Program Officer will be responsible for completing the following tasks:- 1. To carry out tasks relevant to the project implementation, building capacities of the project partners, timely reporting and management of overall project. 2. To liaise with other assigned project staff and volunteers for the project. 3. To provide technical advice to the program and project partners through trainings, information sharing, regional exposure. 4. To progress translation projects, develop training manuals, info-kits, guidelines and publications relating to the project and other environment issues. 5. To conduct advocacy and policy work at national and regional levels. 6. To collaborate, contribute to other network, and build alliance for effective network and coordination among organizations and project partners 7. To monitor and evaluate the project activities on a regular basis for effective project implementation. 8. To conduct/ progress research activities related to the program and projects. 9. To enhance communication, networking, building good relationships/coordination with other staff, youth groups, other relevant organizations. 10. To compile and submit program progress reports to donors (narrative and financial) and monthly reports to assigned supervisor. Reporting Compile, endorse and submit the following reports o Program Progress Report o Financial Report (If there is responsible for specified project statement) o Monthly report to relevant supervisor Report required by donors and/or delegated from supervisor(s). Any other duties and tasks assigned by supervisor. Page 3 B. Qualifications: A. Any Degree and some experience in environment, sustainable development, youth activities, indigenous issues or other field relevant to development in Myanmar. B. Understanding of project management, planning and networking. C. Proven project management, planning and networking experience. D. Demonstrated ability to develop financial and narrative plans, proposals & reports. E. Able to negotiate involvement of member organizations, partner organizations, and external resource persons and to develop and manage contracts accordingly. F. Able to work together well with team members and other staff, addressing conflicts early. G. Good written and oral communication (both English and Myanmar), interpersonal and facilitation skills, and computer literacy. H. Able to work under stressful situations in a security constrained environment. Applications are sought from qualified people with project experience, a passion for environmental practice improvement and sustainable development, and with good teamwork and communication skills. Fluency in English is highly desirable. Application Procedure: All interested candidates should send their application letter, CV with at least two referees, along with 1 passport size picture attached, by 5pm on the closing date. Applications should be sent by email to: spectrum.hr2009@gmail. Only short listed candidates will be contacted for an interview. Closing Date for Applications: 14 December 2014 Vacancy Announcement Spectrum – Sustainable Development Knowledge Network works on Resources, Rights and Justice. Spectrum is a local initiative focused on the overall goal of establishing mechanisms to enhance the framework for National Development in Myanmar, via constructive engagement on environment, sustainable development and natural resource management matters. Transparency work is a key focus. Advocacy, policy change, awareness raising, research and communications work along with some practice projects are focal areas. Position Title: Program Assistant No. of Post (2) Project: Spectrum – Sustainable Development Knowledge Network Duty station: Yangon, Myanmar Duration: 1 year contract, extension by mutual agreement Program Staff positions will have areas of focus in one or several of the following areas, (one primary focus area, a secondary area and skills enhancement area as well) : - - Transparency and accountability - EITI/ natural resource revenue transparency - Budget transparency - Governance reform - Integrity building / Anti-corruption work - Community based research - Land registration - land use planning - CSR and Responsible Investment codes and practices - Human rights and particularly the Ruggie framework for business & human rights Specific skills, experience and interests in any of the above areas will be highly considered. Skills, experience and interest in leadership and program management core and crosscutting areas will be highly regarded :- o Project Management o Donor and partner relations o Communications, journalism and media. o Monitoring and Evaluation. All applicants should specific their preferred primary and secondary focus areas. Applicants who have skills in multiple areas should still highlight their preference for areas of consideration, and note areas of primary skills and experience. Page 2 Roles and Responsibilities for Program Assistant The Program Assistant will be an integral part of the team to enhance the implementation of projects relating to the environment for Spectrum in Myanmar. This role gives opportunities to learn and develop skills, as well as contributing to making a difference to sustainable development. A. The ProgramAssistant will be responsible for completing the following tasks:- 1. To assist in preparing work plans, budget estimation, proposals, reports for donors and contractual agreements with local implementing partners for respective activities. 2. To keep records of activities, and report regularly and as requested on program progress. 3. To ensure a smooth information flow among staff relating to the project. 4. To assist in monitoring and evaluating on project activities. 5. To enhance communication, networking, building good relationships/coordination with youth groups, other relevant organizations. 6. To carry out specified tasks to fulfill the organizational goals and objectives under the supervision of assigned supervisor. Reporting Compile, endorse and submit the following reports o Program Progress Report o Financial Report (If there is responsible for specified project statement) o Monthly report to relevant supervisor Report required by donors and/or delegated from supervisor(s). Any other duties and tasks assigned by supervisor. Page 3 B. Qualifications: A. Degree and some experience in environment, sustainable development, youth activities, indigenous issues or other field relevant to development in Myanmar. B. Understanding of project management, planning and networking. C. Proven project management, planning and networking experience. D. Demonstrated ability to develop financial and narrative plans, proposals & reports. E. Able to negotiate involvement of member organizations, partner organizations, and external resource persons and to develop and manage contracts accordingly. F. Able to work together well with team members and other staff, addressing conflicts early. G. Good written and oral communication (both English and Myanmar), interpersonal and facilitation skills, and computer literacy. H. Able to work under stressful situations in a security constrained environment. Applications are sought from qualified people with project experience, a passion for environmental practice improvement and sustainable development, and with good teamwork and communication skills. Fluency in English is highly desirable. Application Procedure: All interested candidates should send their application letter, CV with at least two referees, along with 1 passport size picture attached, by 5pm on the _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Vacancy Announcement Spectrum – Sustainable Development Knowledge Network works on Resources, Rights and Justice. Spectrum is a local initiative focused on the overall goal of establishing mechanisms to enhance the framework for National Development in Myanmar, via constructive engagement on environment, sustainable development and natural resource management matters. Transparency work is a key focus. Advocacy, policy change, awareness raising, research and communications work along with some practice projects are focal areas. Title: Assistant to Director No.of Post(1) Project: Spectrum – Sustainable Development Knowledge Network Duty station: Yangon, Myanmar Duration: 1 year contract, extension by mutual agreement Purpose and Scope of Position • Coordinate the flow and prioritization of correspondence to and from the Directors Office. Receive and screen all regular and confidential correspondence which requires the attention of the Director. • Draft minutes of meetings and routine correspondence related to the Directors work. Type a variety of materials such as correspondence, reports and papers. • Identify and prepare briefings on priority areas related to correspondences and route correspondences to senior management team members under whose competence a particular enquiry falls and follows-up action done. • Plan and organize daily work, and take independent and timely decisions to meet objectives. • Monitor the implementation of action points related to management meetings. • Maintain a tracking system to ensure the timely completion of tasks. • Compose important and confidential correspondence and justifications as required by the Director on tasks within the area of responsibility. • Establish an efficient electronic and hard-copy filing system for the Directors office, including confidential documents and records. Maintain filing for the Directors office. • Ensure travel and accommodation arrangements are made in timely manner. • Maintain the Directors calendar of official engagements/coordinate and manage the calendar commitments. • Arrange appointments and coordinate programme for visiting YIPs, arrange meetings with senior government officials of Myanmar. Page 2 • Research and provide background material for the Director in advance of meetings. • Summarize highlights of management meetings and disseminate information reports, etc. from meetings and follow up action taken when required. • Advise and assist the delegated Officers on follow up matters and action to be taken in the Directors absence. • Monitor day-to-day functioning of the Directors office. • Maintain strict compliance with confidentiality required on documentation and information received. • Perform other duties as required. Monitoring and Progress Controls The Director will monitor the performance of the Assistant to Director in line with his/her assignment. Position Success Success will be the measured by completion of duties and responsibilities assigned. Qualifications and Experience • Secondary education is required. University degree in related field is desirable. • Five years of experience as an operation assistant in a business environment or as an assistant to a Director in a similar field of work or exposure would be an asset. • Knowledge of the government directory, NGOs, UN agencies, embassies, other offices, etc. will be an asset. • Fluency in English and Myanmar, both oral and written communication. Key Competencies • Diligence, attention to critical details, keen sense of work priorities and resourcefulness in obtaining and researching important information. • Precision and neatness in submitting work completed. • Good drafting and computer skills • Ability to work systematically, accurately, independently and under pressure. • Ability to draft clear and concise communications and to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. • Ability to work independently and in a team and multi-national/cultural environment. • Ability to learn rapidly and anticipate based on past experience likely responses and actions needed. Page 3 Applications are sought from qualified people with project experience, a passion for environmental practice improvement and sustainable development, and with good teamwork and communication skills. For the Program Coordinator, appropriate technical skills are also essential. Fluency in English is highly desirable. Application Procedure: All interested candidates should send their application letter, CV with at least two referees, along with 1 passport size picture attached, by 5pm on the closing date. Only short listed candidates will be contacted for an interview. Applications should be sent by email to: spectrum.hr2009@gmail Closing Date for Applications December 14, 2014
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