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TICKETS AND VISAS
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VACANCIES

Many developing countries still need external professional assistance. While this is becoming increasingly specialised there are still opportunities at many levels. The main areas are in health and education, and there are also administrative, technical and managerial posts. Some posts are paid an expatriate salary or local salary with other allowances, Other posts are supported by living allowances, air fares, insurance cover etc. We refer to all of these below as Vacancies rather than Volunteer Opportunities. Volunteer opportunities are available on the link. General vacancies are published in Opportunities Abroad twice a month.

New international development and Mission jobs

Ecumenical Accompaniment Programme in Palestine & Israel (EAPPI) provides protection by presence, supports Israeli and Palestinian peace activists and advocates for an end to the occupation.
 

Ecumenical Accompaniers
Based: West Bank and Israel
18 vacancies for 3 months’ service
2 vacancies for 4.5 months’ service
living allowance + benefits

Deadline for applications: 25th June 2009

For more information and to download an application pack please check our website: www.quaker.org.uk/applyeappi

Please note that we will not be sending hard copies of the application pack.

Country Director South Sudan
Duty station: Yei
Our client is an international and faith based NGO from the protestant community, and operates in Africa and Asia. It supports refugees, internally displaced persons, returnees and others affected by conflict or natural disasters. It gives aid irrespective of faith, race or nationality. Full details and application procedure in Word>

Interns at Signpost International
Signpost International, a leading Scottish international development agency, is seeking committed individuals to take part in a newly created internship programme within its headquarters in Scotland.

Intern/Volunteer Opportunity: Marketing and PR
Intern/Volunteer Opportunity: Community Development
Intern/Volunteer Opportunity: Development and Fundraising

MANAGEMENT

Deputy Head of Programmes ~ Nyala, Darfur
Essential skills, knowledge and experience: Significant experience in successfully implementing programmes, translating budgets and objectives to work plans, expenditure plans and timeframes, following the project cycle. Extensive knowledge of the project cycle, proposal and report writing and log frames, with experience of training both junior and senior staff in their use. Proven experience of successfully setting up and implementing monitoring & review systems. Proven ability to coordinate projects and programmes across multiple sites, ensuring progress and quality through best use of available resources. Excellent financial management and analytical skills. Proven ability to manage complex funding arrangements and monitor use of resources and assets. Apply online.


 Closing date 31/12/2009 ~ CAFOD


Program Manager ~ Sudan
Qualifications: 1. Bachelors degree in Administration, Business Management or other relevant area; Master's preferred 2. Minimum of three years professional experience with administrative systems, supervisory responsibilities of office administration and operations staff. 3. Ability to analyze problems and provide systematic solutions in line with established office operations policies/procedures 4. Strong budget management experience 5. Excellent communication, coaching and facilitation skills 6. Willingness to work within a team to undertake a wide variety of responsibilities. Foreign Language Required: Fluency in English; local Sudanese Arabic is an advantage.
~ Ref: I 09 005

 Closing date 23/05/2009 ~ CS


Programme Manager ~ Sudan
Qualifications: 1. Master's in business administration, finance, accounting, human resources, or other relevant field. 2. Minimum five years work experience in a management of non- profit, development, and/or humanitarian organization. At least two years of this should be in developing country outside candidate's country of origin. 3. Understanding of CRS financial and administrative systems, policies, and procedures preferred. 4. Familiarity with Sun Systems and Vision accounting software preferred. 5. Experience managing large, complex U.S. government awards; knowledge of relevant regulations. 6. Knowledge of procurement and general office administration/management issues. Foreign Language Required: Arabic is a plus. Excellent written and oral English communication skills.
~ Ref: I 09 003

 Closing date 18/05/2009 ~ CS


ADMINISTRATION

Programmes Support Coordinator ~ Darfur, Sudan
Relevant professional qualifications: Desirable: Post-graduate qualification in relief or development. Experience: Minimum 1 year's management experience; Minimum 1 year's experience in a complex humanitarian emergency; Medair standard working requirements for the field; Minimum 12 months professional experience in a relevant field; Committed Christians and strong adherence to Medair values; Strong English communication skills (oral and written). To apply, please go to our website.


 Closing date 31/05/2009 ~ MEDA


WatSan ECHO Co-ordinator ~ Zalingei, Darfur
Essential skills, knowledge and experience: Water, Civil or Sanitation Engineer, or related university degree or equivalent experience. Significant international field experience in managing and implementing Water and Sanitation programmes for IDPs in rural and remote environments; Experience in vector control, hand dug wells, bore holes, and water storage, water treatment, tankering and harvesting; Experience with SPHERE Standards, donor reporting, log frames and project management tool English fluency required, proficiency in Arabic desirable but n essential. Go to our website.

 Closing date 31/12/2009 ~ CAFOD


EDUCATION

Teachers & School Staff ~ Ootacamund, India
Organisation: Hebron School. Applicants will only be considered if they are: Committed, practising Christians; Fluent in English; Suitably qualified with degree plus education diploma/certificate (preferred); Willing to serve for a sacrificial salary; Willing to participate fully in the life of a busy boarding school (including extra-curricular activities and Dorm support or parenting). Go online to http://www.hebronooty.org


 Closing date 31/12/2009 ~ *


FAITH BASED WORK

Chief of Party - Water and Sanitation ~ Madagascar
Qualifications and Skills: 1. Minimum Masters Degree in the area of Water and Sanitation, Community-Based Natural Resource Management, Irrigation, or related field required. 2. Minimum 5 years experience in program management in developing countries. 3. Prior management of USAID funding and familiarity with USG policies and procedures preferred. 4. Proven leadership and interpersonal skills and ability to build and motivate diverse and talented teams. 5. Experience with participatory methods and partnerships required. 6. Proven ability to think strategically. 7. excellent English and French language oral and written communication skills required; Malagasy language skills a plus.

~ Ref: I 09 050

 Closing date 06/07/2009 ~ CS


SOCIAL/COMMUNITY

Volunteers ~ Maurak, Venezuela
Adventist Medical Aviation: Volunteers will be working among the Davis Indians and many other tribes. You will be serving under mission pilot Bob Norton, who provides emergency medical transportation and evangelistic support to dozens of otherwise inaccessible villages throughout southern Venezuela. Go online to http://www.medicalaviation.org


 Closing date 30/06/2009 ~ *


UK JOBS

Youth Development Worker ~ Reading
Required Qualifications: It is essential that the applicant has a minimum of two years’ relevant youth work experience. It is desirable to have a relevant Degree or an advanced Youth and Community Work Qualification. It is desirable that they possess or would be willing to work towards an appropriate JNC qualification. Go online to http://www.thelighthousegroup.co.uk and email info@tlg.org.uk


 Closing date 06/07/2009 ~ *


UK JOBS ENTRY LEVEL

Learning Mentor ~ Reading
Qualifications: It is essential that the applicant has a minimum of one year’s relevant youth work, mentoring or classroom experience and has a relevant qualification. It is desirable that they possess or would be willing to work towards an appropriate qualification. It is desirable that the applicant has a First Aid award and a full driving licence. Go to www.thelighthousegroup.co.uk and email info@tlg.org.uk


 Closing date 06/07/2009 ~ *


Major Gifts Manager ~ UK
Major Donor fundraisers target individuals for large donations. This is done by face to face meetings rather than direct mail. The role involves networking with high level targets, presenting cases of the charity’s work or specific appeal, and developing the prospect relationship. Requires excellent self-confidence and excellent communication and persuasive skills. Go online to our website at www.aquilas.co.uk and email info@aquilas.co.uk

 Closing date 20/05/2009 ~ *


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