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[Saved] Netherlands: Administration & Learning CoordinatorClosing date: 2019-12-17Organization: United Network of Young Peacebuilders Share | |
[Saved] Netherlands: Safety CoordinatorClosing date: 2019-12-20Organization: Stichting Female Journalists Network Share | |
[Saved] Netherlands: Senior Finance Specialist (5721)Closing date: 2019-12-23Organization: Oxfam Novib Share | |
[Saved] Netherlands: Project Officer(5741)Closing date: 2019-12-23Organization: Oxfam Novib Share | |
[Saved] Netherlands: Global Sector Coordinator - WASHClosing date: 2019-12-28Organization: SNV Netherlands Development Organisation Share | |
[Saved] Netherlands: Pro-bono National Legal Experts: Human Rights Defenders and Security programme (8-10h)Closing date: 2019-12-31Organization: Justice and Peace Netherlands Share | |
[Saved] Netherlands: Director of FinanceClosing date: 2019-12-31Organization: BRAC Share | |
[Saved] Netherlands: Director Partnership DevelopmentClosing date: 2020-01-05Organization: Simavi Share | |
[Saved] Netherlands: Head of Documentation Unit, L6, The Hague (subject to funding)Closing date: 2020-01-10Organization: International Commission on Missing Persons Share | |
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Netherlands: Administration & Learning Coordinator
Closing date: 2019-12-17
Application : Apply for the jobOrganization: United Network of Young Peacebuilders
Country: Netherlands
Closing date: 17 Dec 2019
**## The United Network of Young Peacebuilders is setting up a new position of a Administration & Learning Coordinator with responsibility for supporting the administration of UNOY s resources and coordinating knowledge management, starting in January 2020. Part time position on 0.8 FTE, based in The Hague.
We are a youth-led network of 110 youth organisations from 50 countries around the world. Our International Secretariat is located in The Hague, the international city of peace and justice. The secretariat is run by a young and dedicated international team of seven staff and two to four interns. The management of the network is shared by two leading coordinators.
Faced with a significant growth of resources and operations, UNOY Peacebuilders has entered into a new phase where the need for network-wide financial sustainability is stronger than ever. UNOY Peacebuilders has embarked on a long-term financial strengthening strategy targeting: structural growth, increased capacity, and sustainable action. The many changes that the organisation is going through also call for a strong focus on learning and organisational development. These developments are at the heart of the new position of Administration and Learning Coordinator, supporting the development of the organisation.
We strongly encourage candidates under the age of 30 and from the global South to apply. The position includes regular travel within Europe and beyond.
Important notice: We can only consider applicants that are allowed to work in the Netherlands. We are not able / in a position to support work permit applications.
You will work on the following areas:
Financial Administration: Support payment of invoices and bills and recording of financial transactions in bookkeeping system; Support the monitoring of project and organisational spendings and revision of budgets.
Organisational development for financial strengthening: Coordinate the implementation of UNOY s risk management strategy; Support the development of financial processes and policies for organisational management
PMEL: Coordinate implementation of UNOY s Planning, Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning roadmap, focusing on the development of knowledge management processes; Coordinate organisational and network data collection and management; Support the development of UNOY s new Strategic Plan; **
You re great for the job if you have:
A relevant university degree or equivalent higher professional education degree, with a preference for a background in financial studies, economics or business administration;
Experience working for an international organisation and / or with international partners;
Demonstrated experience of at least 1 year in data collection and analysis, including financial data;
Bookkeeping and spreadsheet skills (Excel or other spreadsheet programmes);
Experience with MEL design and / or implementation;
Track record of outstanding analytical and/or strategy development skills;
Excellent written and spoken English;
An inclusive approach to collaboration and a proactive attitude to your job.**
You re perfect if you also have:
Knowledge and understanding of youth and / or network organisations;
Knowledge and experience in working with and setting up databases;
Experience in Twinfield bookkeeping software;
Experience in organisational development and/or management assistance;
Additional language skills;
We will offer you:
A unique position in a global network of young peacebuilders with a solid track record of successful advocacy and action;
A dynamic, young and international work environment both in the office and within the wider network;
A paid contract for a position of 0.8 FTE (32h per week), for an initial 12 month term with the possibility to extend;
Opportunities to travel within and outside of Europe for UNOY Peacebuilders activities, external meetings and trainings.**
How to apply:
Send your resume (max 2 A4 pages) and application form available on our website to vacancy@unoy.orgby 17 December 2019. Only applicants that comply with this procedure will be considered. If you have any questions, please email vacancy@unoy.org. Please note that we are looking to hold interviews shortly after the deadline.
Application form is to be found on this page: http://unoy.org/en/join-us/?fbclid=IwAR3H8MlcBJtcCLxlxoaX5RMDjEClY3ldIIJTM5O9bWicHzK_GftKnuAsLFA
Netherlands: Safety Coordinator
Closing date: 2019-12-20
Application : Apply for the jobOrganization: Stichting Female Journalists Network
Country: Netherlands, Turkey
Closing date: 20 Dec 2019
The SFJN is a nonprofit association, registered in The Netherlands since 2013.
It seeks to build bridges between media and the Syrian women s movement by enhancing and empowering both females and males working in the field of media, by empowering female journalists to take over leading positions in their institutions, and by activating the role of the media in raising social awareness concerning gender equality and women s issues. The SFJN also works on improving the representation of women in the media to achieve a Syrian society that is fair to all of its male and female citizens, and to realize a positive social change in thinking and behavior with respect to matters surrounding gender justice and equality.
SFJN is looking to recruit a Safety Coordinator
Job Location:To be based and work from Turkey.
Key Role and Responsibilities:
As a Local Safety Coordinator, the Employee is required to perform the following duties and undertake the following responsibilities in a professional manner.
Support and promote SFJN s strong safety culture, both internally and externally.
Use discretion and independent judgment and professional skills to perform daily duties and to resolve issues.
In coordination with the management, to develop and implement safety policies and procedures in compliance with local and regional rules and regulations and ensure organizational compliance with these policies and regulations.
Conduct and Review SFJN risk assessment.
Development of existing SGBV PREVENTION and response policy, internal and external.
Ensure the safety of SFJN employees engaged in the implementation of projects and activities, and develop an internal safety tracking system in the countries where the team is working, and while traveling.
Develop an internal and external safety situation report, and submit a Weekly/Monthly reports, to keep SFJN team updated about the safety and security changes in Syria, Turkey, and countries where projects and activities implemented.
Monitor and follow up on the implementation of the policies developed
Coordinating with local and international stakeholders to raise the level of safety for Syrian journalists and media in general.
Follow up the emergency applications (medical or evacuation) from the staff of SFJN and Network s members.
Identify training needs in order to develop and implement safety awareness initiatives that improve safety performance and meet regulatory requirements
Manage workload and time related to safety training, including the use of outside training resources as appropriate, to ensure efficient and effective training.
Design and implement metrics to monitor progress and effectiveness of safety initiatives, programs, policies, procedures, and processes.
Create and maintain emergency response and crisis management plans.
Prepare and maintain budgets, narrative and final reports for work performed.
Representing the organization in conferences and events related to media and safety
Maintain a good relation with SFJN partners and donor organizations
Qualifications and Experience:
Bachelor s degree in Safety, Risk management, media or related field.
Minimum of 3 years of experience in management with knowledge of the Syrian context (particularly Syrian Media Landscape).
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:
Ability to work well with discretion and independent judgment with minimal supervision, as well as in a team environment.
Excellent presentation and training skills.
Ability to mentor and develop capabilities in others.
Ability to exercise initiative and sound independent judgment, define problems, collect data, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, and make timely decisions.
Excellent skills in organization, time management, planning, and prioritization.
Proactive and readily adaptable to changing conditions or demands and ability to work well under pressure and with tight deadlines.
Ability to handle stress.
Strong analytical and investigation skills.
Effective communication skills (written and verbal).
Proficiency in computers with understanding of digital safety.
Language Requirement
Fluency in written and spoken English and Arabic is required
Competencies
Enthusiasm and willingness to champion SFJN s values.
Strong organizational and management skills.
Strong analytical and conceptual skills with the ability to see both the big picture as well as micro issues.
Excellent writing skills with the ability to synthesize, understand and communicate complex issues effectively and in a timely fashion.
Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office and social media
Stay abreast of changes in the Media sector, best practices, and other sector information by appropriate reading, meetings, conferences, networking, etc.
Continuously find ways to take on challenges, increase skills and capacity, and improve knowledge and performance.
Quick Learner
Starting Date and Terms of Contract:
The selected candidate is expected to start by 6 January 2020.
This is a Safety Coordinator job with 1200 Euros, Salary per month.
How to apply:
Please send your CV and cover letter that includes why you are interested in this position at this point in your career, to the following email address: jobs@sfjn.orgwith the subject line Safety Coordinator by December 20- 2019
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
- Due to the nature of the work only women applicants will be considered.
Netherlands: Senior Finance Specialist (5721)
Closing date: 2019-12-23
Application : Apply for the jobOrganization: Oxfam Novib
Country: Netherlands
Closing date: 23 Dec 2019
Oxfam is a global movement of people working together to end the injustice of poverty. Together we save, protect and rebuild lives. And we won t stop until every person on the planet can defeat poverty or any type of inequality or discrimination.
We are an international confederation of 19 organizations (affiliates) working together with partners and local communities in the areas of humanitarian, development and campaigning, in more than 90 countries.
All our work is led by three core values: Empowerment, Accountability, Inclusiveness. To read more about our values please click here.
For an EC DEAR funded Climate Change Campaign project we are now recruiting for one Senior Finance Specialist for a one year period, with possibilities for extension.
The EC DEAR project is a focused and strategic pan-European campaign on targeted priorities for EU Development policy and EU answers to global climate action, through engaging European citizens.
This project brings together a diverse consortium of 20 organisations under the umbrellas of Oxfam and the Climate Action Network Europe (CAN Europe).
The action will take place in 13 EU Member States (MS) and combines organisations with experience of climate change campaigning and communication in Europe, gender equality, European youth mobilisation and climate change development programmes in the Global South.
Senior Finance Specialist
32-36 hours (GROW)
Based in The Hague
Description of the position
Within the context of the GROW team, the project funded senior finance specialist will be responsible within the Project Management Unit (PMU) of the EC DEAR project for the coordination and roll out of all financial aspects of the EC DEAR project workplan and provide programmatic support where needed.
Main Goal of the Job
Delivering a direct and operational contribution to the implementation of the EC DEAR project in all financial aspects. The senior finance specialist is responsible for good financial management and in this role also advises the project manager. The project includes 20 partner organisations throughout Europe, for which the senior finance specialist is the contact point for all financial matters. The Senior Finance Specialist supports the partner organization in compliance on all financial elements.
Main tasks of the job
Set up a project wide system for a planning and reporting the financial parts of project management, to ensure that all financial elements of project management are properly coordinated;
Deliver a direct contribution to the realization of project goals of the project by drawing-up and monitoring the consolidated project budget including all partners;
Coordinating the full financial monitoring and reporting process including all partners, while ensuring donor and Oxfam Novib requirements are met;
Coordinate annual project audit process including all partners;
Contributes to (the development of) the financial management information for the project manager, steering committee and the back donor;
Ensuring that the financial risks and opportunities are effectively managed, and pro-actively making contributions to lower risks where possible;
Develop risk profiles (with support of a tool) and develop tools/ systems to manage these profiles;
Support specific project partners in (developing) donor compliance and proper financial administration in line with back donor and Oxfam Novib requirements;
Contribute to the development of a knowledge base around EC requirements and advise colleagues involved in EC projects.
You
Have an academic level (master degree) or a relevant qualification at bachelors/HBO (Higher Vocation Education) in finance management or economic area;
You have 6 years of relevant work experience in a financial position including financial management, planning, administration and budgeting & auditing;
You have direct experience in coordinating the financial aspects of complex large projects, having specific experience with the EC as back donor is an advantage;
You have experience with donor compliance and national and/ or implementing partners, including capacity assessment, risk management;
Experience in independent financial planning, budgeting, reporting, project audits and capacity to evaluate these against the national political and socio-economic context;
You have a result oriented approach; are able to support, train others;
Have excellent written & spoken English skills (for project development, reporting) and overall good communication skills;
You have knowledge and experience of relevant financial IT;
Are able and willing to travel occasionally.
We offer
Oxfam Novib is committed to providing you with a competitive, fair, and comprehensive pay and benefits package that is justifiable to our donors. The salary range for this position is set in scale 9 with a salary range between 2.782 to 4.280 gross per month, based on a 36-hour working week.
Oxfam Novib works in its thematic units around four main programs. In these thematic units multi-country projects are co-created and implemented with country offices and local partners. One of these units is the thematic cluster Food, Land and Climate, that works on inclusive value chains, land rights and climate resilience for local communities. Within this unit, the GROW team manages an influencing Food and Climate Justice campaign on the unit topics.
Oxfam is a global movement of people working together to end the injustice of poverty. Together we save, protect and rebuild lives. And we won t stop until every person on the planet can defeat poverty or any type of inequality or discrimination.
We are an international confederation of 19 organizations (affiliates) working together with partners and local communities in the areas of humanitarian, development and campaigning, in more than 90 countries. All our work is led by three core values: Empowerment, Accountability, Inclusiveness. To read more about our values please click here.
How to apply:
Application procedure
Please apply at the latest on 23 December 2019 by clicking on theapply button. For more information about the position you can contact Marita Hutjes (marita.hutjes@oxfamnovib.nl) or Willem van Dam (willem.vandam@oxfamnovib.nl).
This vacancy is posted both internally and externally at the same time, however with equal suitability, the internal candidate is preferred.
Applicants must have a nationality of a European Union Member State or have a valid work permit for the European Union.
We are committed to ensuring diversity and gender equality within our organization. Therefore, people of all gender identities, sexes, sexual orientations, races, colors, religions, cultures, abilities, etc. are eligible for this position.
Oxfam aims to attract great talent that not only fits the job but also Oxfam s high standard of values and principles, who shares and demonstrates Oxfam s commitment to prevent and eradicate any type of misconduct including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, any other type of misuse of power or lack of integrity and financial misconduct.
We are committed to promoting the welfare of children, young people, and adults. We place a high priority on ensuring that only those who share and demonstrate our values are recruited to work for us.
Note: All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and may be subject to appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records and terrorism finance checks, or integrity screenings/references relating to misconduct and disciplinary actions in prior employment.
Netherlands: Project Officer(5741)
Closing date: 2019-12-23
Application : Apply for the jobOrganization: Oxfam Novib
Country: Netherlands
Closing date: 23 Dec 2019
Oxfam is a global movement of people working together to end the injustice of poverty. Together we save, protect and rebuild lives. And we won t stop until every person on the planet can defeat poverty or any type of inequality or discrimination. We are an international confederation of 19 organizations (affiliates) working together with partners and local communities in the areas of humanitarian, development and campaigning, in more than 90 countries. All our work is led by three core values: Empowerment, Accountability, Inclusiveness. To read more about our values please click here.
Oxfam Novib works in its thematic units around four main programs. In these thematic units multi-country projects are co-created and implemented with country offices and local partners. One of these units is the thematic cluster Food, Land and Climate, that works on inclusive value chains, land rights and climate resilience for local communities. Within this unit, the GROW team manages an influencing Food and Climate Justice campaign on the unit topics.
For an EC DEAR funded Climate Change Campaign project we are now recruiting for one Project Officer A for a one year period, with possibilities for extension. The EC DEAR project is a focused and strategic pan-European campaign on targeted priorities for EU Development policy and EU answers to global climate action, through engaging European citizens.
This project brings together a diverse consortium of 20 organisations under the umbrellas of Oxfam and the Climate Action Network Europe (CAN Europe). The action will take place in 13 EU Member States (MS) and combines organisations with experience of climate change campaigning and communication in Europe, gender equality, European youth mobilisation and climate change development programmes in the Global South.
The position is
Project Officer
28-36 hours (GROW)
Based in The Hague
Description of the Position
Within the context of the GROW team, the project funded project officer will support the Project Management Unit (PMU) on the coordination and roll out of the EC DEAR project workplan and provide programmatic support where needed.
Main Goal of the Job
Delivering a direct, operational and supporting contribution to the implementation of the EC DEAR project. The project officer specializes in a supportive role in project administration, compliance and result measurement, and supports the project manager in operationally managing the project. The project includes 20 partner organisations throughout Europe, for which the project officer is the contact point for all supporting and administrative matters.
Main tasks
Prepares, in the framework of the project cycle, documentation and correspondence (such as approvals, contracts, letters of transfer, reminders), or co-ordinates this process with the team members, Oxfam departments and partner organisations concerned.
The logistical organisation and co-ordination of various consultation fora (e.g. steering group, stakeholder meetings, workshops, and conferences) abroad and in the Netherlands.
Prepares project meetings, records the action points and minutes, and monitors their follow-up.
Make pre-assessments of progress reports of partners on compliance issues.
Supports MEAL result measurement.
Prepare and support the implementation of the internal communication strategy of the project and support the external communication.
Support discussion on contract issues with partners including legal counsel.
Is responsible for the administrative project registration; keeps a tab on agreements on each project and signals deviations to the project leader, and manages procurement for the PMU.
Monitors administrative compliance of large procurement by project partners where needed/ requested.
You
Have at least 1-3 years of relevant experience in a similar position;
Have a relevant qualification at bachelors/HBO (Higher Vocation Education) level
Have strong analytical skills, you are result-oriented and are a team player;
Have excellent (intercultural) communication skills;
Have the experience in organizing processes, events and project planning
Have strong computer skills (for Office, Communication products, etc);
Have strong writing skills;
Have excellent organizational skills and ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously;
Have excellent command of English, both written and spoken
Are able and willing to travel occasionally;
Work in a project-oriented manner and you have a strong focus on the end results.
We offer
Oxfam Novib is committed to providing you with a competitive, fair, and comprehensive pay and benefits package that is justifiable to our donors. The salary range for this position is set in scale 7 with a salary range between 2.269 and 3.490 gross based on 36 hours a week.
How to apply:
More information and application procedure
Please apply at the latest on 23 December 2019 by clicking on the apply button. This vacancy is posted both internally and externally at the same time, however with equal suitability, the internal candidate is preferred. For more information about the position you can contact Marita Hutjes (marita.hutjes@oxfamnovib.nl) or Willem van Dam (willem.vandam@oxfamnovib.nl).
Applicants must have a nationality of a European Union Member State or have a valid work permit for the European Union.
We are committed to ensuring diversity and gender equality within our organization. Therefore, people of all gender identities, sexes, sexual orientations, races, colors, religions, cultures, abilities, etc. are eligible for this position.
Oxfam aims to attract great talent that not only fits the job but also Oxfam s high standard of values and principles, who shares and demonstrates Oxfam s commitment to prevent and eradicate any type of misconduct including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, any other type of misuse of power or lack of integrity and financial misconduct. We are committed to promoting the welfare of children, young people, and adults. We place a high priority on ensuring that only those who share and demonstrate our values are recruited to work for us.
Note: All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and may be subject to appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records and terrorism finance checks, or integrity screenings/references relating to misconduct and disciplinary actions in prior employment.
Netherlands: Global Sector Coordinator - WASH
Closing date: 2019-12-28
Application : Apply for the jobOrganization: SNV Netherlands Development Organisation
Country: Netherlands
Closing date: 28 Dec 2019
**Company Description
**
SNV is a not-for-profit international development organisation that applies practical know-how to make a lasting difference in the lives of people living in poverty. We use our extensive and long-term in-country presence to apply and adapt our top-notch expertise in agriculture, energy and WASH to local contexts. SNV has over 1250 staff in more than 25 countries in Asia, Africa and Latin America. We are proud to be a not-for-profit organisation that uses project financing to implement our mission. This requires us to work efficiently and to invest in operational excellence.
In its new Strategic Plan period (2019 2022), SNV will more explicitly aim for systems change during project preparation and implementation - by strengthening institutions and kick-starting markets that help many more to escape poverty beyond our projects. We will continue to position ourselves as a premium organisation and invest in making knowledge flow to and from the frontline.
For more information on SNV, visit our website: www.snv.org
**Job Description
**
SNV s WASH sector is technically steered by two Global Sector Coordinators to:
(1) strengthen SNV s global position
(2) develop new business for SNV
(3) provide technical oversight to SNV s WASH programmes
(4) provide support to selected SNV projects as per project contracts
(5) lead SNV s thematic team(s), developing and improving our approaches
(6) maintain and expand SNV s relations and partnerships with key sector players.
This position reports to the Managing Director WASH and works in close collaboration with the Global WASH Sector team, Country Directors, Country Sector Leaders, and the Marketing and Business Development team.
Duties and Responsibilities
The selected candidate will be responsible for the following tasks:
Leading global WASH strategy development with a focus on sustainable results in area-wide inclusive basic services in rural and urban areas;
Ensuring high quality delivery of ongoing projects by supporting and coaching country teams;
Securing new business for SNV by providing sector information, market and donor intelligence, supporting proposal development, and conducting proposal technical quality reviews;
Designing and developing new programmes and projects relating to WASH by initiating and technically leading new donor proposal development;
Supporting SNV s WASH projects in close collaboration with the project managers by delivering short-term support for improvements and or providing technical assistance on the implementation of ongoing projects;
Maintaining and expanding SNV s relations and strategic partnerships in the WASH sector;
Preparing, maintaining and updating the knowledge agenda, capturing lessons learnt including collection and dissemination of knowledge products to stimulate internal and external knowledge exchange and initiate global learning;
Building, maintaining and utilising networks and relationships with relevant stakeholders e.g. companies, research institutions, universities, donors, etc.
Representing SNV at key international events;
Providing sector content to SNV s Marketing and Business Development team;
Undertaking frequent travel to projects.
**Qualifications
**
Education
Master s Degree in a relevant discipline
Relevant Experience
Proven track record with over 12 years of senior experience in the sector in multiple developing countries, including long-term advisory work in-country and knowledge development;
Solid expertise and experience in WASH with a focus on quality and driving for continuous improvement in the sector;
Excellent track record in advisory work related to WASH service delivery, gender and social inclusion, WASH governance and regulation;
Proven ability and experience of mobilising resources;
Credible international track record and expertise in designing and implementing programmes;
Excellent social and networking skills, ability to engage with governments and the private sector including influencing skills and experience of working effectively in a matrix organisation;
International network within the WASH sector is strongly desirable;
Sound experience within knowledge development, organisational learning and innovation;
Entrepreneurial, result-oriented and driver for change;
Visionary and able to strategically inspire and energise teams;
Ability to coach, lead, stimulate, and inspire professionals in a development context;
Proficiency in both written and spoken English is required. Proficiency in French is desirable.
**Additional Information
**
It is is a full-time position with the successful candidate being contracted on a two-year basis with the possibility of renewal. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Expected Start Date: As soon as possible
Information Duty Station: To be discussed - some flexibility in a SNV office country
Travel time: 30-50%
Working at SNV
SNV offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. We offer a challenging work environment, opportunities to lead and innovate, and a commitment to growing your skills in a fulfilling and diverse working environment. Our staff benefit from, and contribute to, an internal global network of WASH experts. For more information, please visit our website: www.snv.org
How to Apply
If you believe that your credentials meet the outlined profile, we invite you to apply by uploading your CV and letter of motivation.
Please submit your application via SmartRecruiters. All information will be in the strictest confidence. We will revert to you as soon as feasible when we have reviewed your application.
We will require that you provide us with full details of three people who are willing to act as a referee. We will not contact these referees without your explicit permission.
Should SNV wish to proceed with your application, two interviews with the Selection Committee will take place.
- We do not appreciate third-party mediation based on this advertisement -
How to apply:
Please apply online at: https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/SNV/743999700667469-global-sector-coordinator-wash
Netherlands: Pro-bono National Legal Experts: Human Rights Defenders and Security programme (8-10h)
Closing date: 2019-12-31
Application : Apply for the jobOrganization: Justice and Peace Netherlands
Country: Netherlands
Closing date: 31 Dec 2019
At Justice and Peace, we believe that the most effective way to promote universal human rights globally is through the support and protection of local and grassroots human rights defenders. Through the Shelter City initiativeof our Human Rights Defends and Security programme we offer support and protection to human rights defenders at risk by temporarily relocating them in one of the Shelter Cities, and build capacities so that they can continue their work safely and effectively in the long term.
Within the Human Rights Defenders and Security Programme we are developing a new project and we are thus looking for pro bono national legal experts to support with the development of this project which aims to support human rights defenders to reclaim civic spaces. You will be part of a team of pro bono legal champions from all over the world who will manage pro bono activities in their respective countries and/or regions.
If you would like to use your legal expertise to give something back to your local community then please read our announcement below.
Pro-bono National Legal Experts:
Human Rights Defenders and Security programme
8-10 hours a week
We are looking for experienced national experts with theoretical and practical expertise in the legal system of countries around the world regarding human rights and civil society organisations. The position is open to legal experts of any nationality.
Your responsibilitieswill include the following:
- Supporting the HRD team with legal research and documentation of human rights and civil society developments over a fixed period of time;
- Drafting of country reports and collaborating online in regional/global groups for the drafting of regional/global reports;
- Provide input for the development of policy and legal advocacy strategies relating to reforms at national and/or regional or international levels.
We are looking for candidates with the following competences:
- Minimum 2 years of theoretical and practical expertise in the national legal system of a country;
- Excellent analytical skills and exceptional writing skills;
- Working knowledge of English is required;
- Excellent oral and written skills in the national language (knowledge of French or Spanish or Russian or Arabic is highly valued);
- Result-oriented, organised, flexible, stress resistant, professional, team player, open and creative mind, analytical skills.
We can offeryou:
- The opportunity to take on a new role that your professional life may not necessarily provide;
- Possibility to get acquainted and collaborate with people and organisations from all over the world, and become part of a global online community of peers who all share the goal of advancing human rights and supporting human rights defenders to reclaim civic spaces;
- If located in the Netherlands, we can offer you a workplace at our great office (Het Nutshuis) in The Hague, fresh coffee (Espresso, Cappuccino, Latte Macchiato ... we have everything!), and 50% discount on your lunch at the Juni Caf at Het Nutshuis. A certificate of appreciation as well as visibility in relevant publications online and in reports/journals.
How to apply:
Are you interested?Send your motivation and CV to Marieke van der Vliet, Head of Programmes, vacature@justiceandpeace.nl, citing National Legal Experts and complete the survey hereas part of your application (available in English, French, Spanish, Russian and Arabic). Deadline: we accept application on a rolling basis. Selected legal experts will be contacted on a rolling basis after the 15thof May. For more information: Christina Triantafyllidi: Christina.triantafyllidi@justiceandpeace.nlor +31 (0)70-7631413.
Netherlands: Director of Finance
Closing date: 2019-12-31
Application : Apply for the jobOrganization: BRAC
Country: Netherlands
Closing date: 31 Dec 2019
BRAC International Holdings B.V.is seeking a dynamic and results-oriented Director of
Financewith extensive experience in treasury and fund management.
You will contribute to the overall success of the entity operations by supporting microfinance growth strategy, managing smooth running of Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV), ensuring regulatory compliance and reporting, maintaining effective relationship with equity partners and lenders to arrange funds at optimised cost.
The ideal candidate for this role should have in-depth knowledge of corporate finance and accounting principles, laws and best practices; excellent organizational and leadership skills; an analytical mind with a strategic ability and proven track record of success in managing large complex projects and financial systems in overseas or domestic settings in a bank, finance company or large microfinance institution and setting up & managing inter-company transactions.
Important to have: a minimum of 7 years of experience in commercial treasury and/ or microfinance or development finance institutions or banking operations with at least 3 years in a leadership role; Bachelor Degree in any business discipline / MBA (Degree from USA / UK/ European Countries will be preferred); NBA (Koninklijke Nederlandse Beroepsorganisatie van Accountants) or other relevant qualification is required.
If you are experienced and commercially minded, whilst being a practical hands-on and participative manager, this could be your next long-term role.
Please submit a motivation letter and updated curriculum vitae to recruitment@bracinternational.nlby December 31st**, 2019.** Kindly mention on the subject line of your email Application: Group Treasurer/ Director of Finance .
Companyprofile:
BRACis an international development organisation with the vision of a world free from all forms of exploitation and discrimination where everyone has the opportunity to realise their potential. BRACuses an integrated model to change systems of inequity through social development programmes, humanitarian response, social enterprises, and socially responsible investments. BRACis known for its holistic, data-driven and community-based programming and is a global leader in developing cost- effective, evidence-based programmes in conflict-prone and post-disaster settings and has been ranked the #1 NGO in the world for the last three consecutive years by NGO Advisor.
We appreciate the time taken to apply for roles with BRAC International. Unfortunately, due to the volume of applications we anticipate we are not able to respond to everyone individually. If you have not heard back from us within 14 days from your application date, please assume you have not been successful on this occasion. We wish you all the best in your search.
We have an internal recruitment team and are presently not engaging with any specialist providers for the purposes of Recruitment.
BRAC International is an Equal Opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status.
How to apply:
If you are experienced and commercially minded, whilst being a practical hands-on and participative manager, this could be your next long-term role.
Please submit a motivation letter and updated curriculum vitae to recruitment@bracinternational.nlby December 31st**, 2019.** Kindly mention on the subject line of your email Application: Group Treasurer/ Director of Finance .
Netherlands: Director Partnership Development
Closing date: 2020-01-05
Application : Apply for the jobOrganization: Simavi
Country: Netherlands
Closing date: 05 Jan 2020
We are looking for a charismatic leader with a track record in building strategic partnerships, a good understanding of the trends in the sector and a clear vision on the changing roles of NGOs and partnerships 3.0. Someone who is not afraid to think out of the box. An inspiring networker who feels at ease in an agileand innovative organisation. Someone who can play a leading role in preparing Simavi for the future by developing new partnerships and bringing in diversified funding to support more women and girls in a sustainable way.
Simavi
Our mission is a healthy life for all. We strive for a world in which women and girls are socially and economically empowered and pursue their rights to live a healthy life free from discrimination, coercion and violence. Read more about our work at www.simavi.org.
Your role at Simavi
As the Director Partnership Development (PD) you will lead Simavi towards new, strategic partnerships and diversified funding beyond 2020. Together with the PD team, you develop and implement a clear vision and strategy on how to profile Simavi towards donor institutions, large foundations, family foundations and the private sector. All this in line with our mission, Theory of Change and the other circles strategies.
You lead the PD circle in identifying funding opportunities, building strategic partnerships, ensuring the necessary political attention and developing evidence informed and impact oriented programmes. You are the Circle Lead of the Partnership Development Circle (incl. Business Partnershipsand Lobby & Advocacy) with three Account Managers Institutional Funds, a Fundraiser Corporates & Foundations, a Fundraising Officer and a Public Affairs Officer. You report to the Managing Director.
Your result areas
1. Ensure a comprehensive partnership development strategy is available
a. Lead the development and implementation of the partnership policy, partnerships & fundraising strategy, country strategies and lobby & advocacy strategy, taking a coordinated approach.
b. Identify and set priorities for partnerships and fundraising in line with the developed strategies and Simavi s Theory of Change.
c. Develop a clear vision on how to profile Simavi, together with other circles, including attendance at key conferences: national and international.
d. Ensure alignment with strategies of other circles, especially Programme Implementation, Marketing & Communications and Finance & Operations.
2.Ensure that political attention, will and sufficient financial support is available for Simavi s mission
a. Review the strategy and work plans of the L&A Officers.
b. Monitor and evaluate the impact of the lobby and advocacy activities according to the strategy.
c. Be an ambassador for Simavi at national (Dutch) and international level to contribute to lobby and advocacy.
d. Ensure the coherence between L&A, Partnership Development and programme development.
3. Programme development and identification of funding
a. Identify trends and developments, relations and potential partnerships and donors relevant for Simavi s programme development and programme funding.
b. Active networking with policy makers, potential and existing partners and donors.
c. Pro-actively scout, create and develop innovative concepts for new partnerships and programmes (both on content and finance) in line with Simavi s Theory of Change.
d. Identify funds and possible partnerships with donor agencies, other NGOs, private sector and other strategic partners.
e. Lead the development of country specific fundraising plans and monitor this.
f. Ensure all relevant Simavi information to support programme development is available and up-to-date.
g. Review programme propositions and proposals, as well as budgets.
h. Ensure a systematic, high-level overview of contacts, networks, and platforms, and a proper account management system.
4. Ensure that the purpose and responsibilities of the Circle are met
a. Develop the annual plan and budget in line with Simavi s strategic direction.
b. Enable optimal quantitative and qualitative personnel presence, (re)assigs roles to role owners and guard the fit.
c. Guard the professional and personal development of staff.
d. Assign (financial) resources and set priorities.
e. Define, monitor and report on the KPI s to ensure efficient use of resources and guard the budgets.
f. Represent the Circle in the Circle Lead meetings .
The dream candidate
- A charismatic leader with a relevant network.
- Academic level with minimum of 10 years experience in partnership development in the international development sector, in fields relevant to Simavi s areas of intervention (WASH & SRHR).
- Proven success and track record in fundraising with institutional donors, international foundations, including excellent writing skills.
- Sound knowledge of programmatic planning models, business models, monitoring systems, and proposal writing.
- Proven experience at Management Team level at an international NGO or funding/donor side.
- Experience in working with the private sector is a plus.
- Inspiring leader with strong conceptual and analytical skills.
- Good networker with excellent communication skills in English.
- Exceptional interpersonal, representational and diplomacy skills.
- Eye for detail, application of strong financial rigor, discretion and integrity.
- A passion for women centred and rights based health programming.
- Willing and able to travel.
What do we offer?
Simavi offers a result-driven and challenging position in an international working environment, with considerable ways to make a difference. Besides a fun and healthy working environment (i.e. weekly boot camp sessions, agile way of working and healthy lunches), we are an equal opportunity employer meaning we don t discriminate in our hiring practices and we actively seek a diverse applicant pool. Our five core values lie at the basis of everything we do: just, sustainable, empowering, inspiring, connecting.
We offer a contract for 12 months for 36 hours per week with possible extension. The salary we offer depends on the years of working experience you bring along and will be within the salary range of
4,800 and 5,840 gross per month on a fulltime basis of 36 hours per week. Furthermore, part of our terms of employment are: 22.5 vacation days per year, 8% holiday allowance, mobile phone allowance, commuting allowance (as of >10 kilometres), a pension insurance and a disability insurance.
Our office is located at Naritaweg 135, which is a 2 minutes walk from train station Amsterdam Sloterdijk.
How to apply:
How to apply?
Do you recognise yourself in the profile and do you want to contribute to Simavi s mission and vision? Please upload your motivation letter and resume (in English, max. 4 pages) before 5 January 2020via this application link: https://simavi.onlinevacatures.nl/en/job/144287/apply
If you have any questions, please sent an e-mail to application@simavi.nl.
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Procedure
The procedure consists of two interview rounds (incl. an assignment to prepare in advance of the 1stinterview), an assessment and a reference check.
Because physical and emotional safety of children is crucial for Simavi, we do not accept any form of abuse. Child safeguarding is addressed in our recruitment and selection process.
Commercial inquiries or job postings are not appreciated or accepted regarding this vacancy
Netherlands: Head of Documentation Unit, L6, The Hague (subject to funding)
Closing date: 2020-01-10
Application : Apply for the jobOrganization: International Commission on Missing Persons
Country: Netherlands
Closing date: 10 Jan 2020
Organization profile
Every year, millions of people around the world go missing as a result of conflict, human rights abuses, disasters, organized crime, irregular migration, and other causes. Be part of a growing international organization that is dedicated to tackling this global challenge.
The International Commission on Missing Persons (ICMP) is a treaty-based international organization with headquarters in The Hague, the Netherlands. Its mandate is to secure the cooperation of governments and others in locating and identifying missing persons. As the only international organization tasked exclusively to work on the issue of missing persons, ICMP maintains field programs throughout the world. To learn more about ICMP visit our web: www.icmp.int.
Position Background
The Documentation Unit (DU) is a resource, documentation and quality assurance center including searchable and centralized database containing a serialized index of ICMP documents and third-party publications and correspondence. In addition, the DU is charged with ensuring document consistency and quality control at ICMP.
Reporting directly to the Director of Policy and Cooperation, the incumbent is responsible for the following:
1. Management
- Ensuring the smooth running of the Documentation Unit;
- Managing Documentation Unit HQ staff;
Coordinating closely with Documentation Unit staff in the country programs;
Preparing and updating procedures for document processing and ensuring their implementation;
Setting-up and ensuring the efficacy of processes for documentation quality assurance;
Ensuring a smooth and timely document flow;
Ensuring document management for archiving, filing and retrieval (paper and electronic media);
Setting-up and maintaining formats and logs;
Setting-up and maintaining it solutions for document access and information retrieval;
Ensuring compliance with relevant ICMP standard operating procedures;
Records management, including compliance with retention policies.
2. Document Control
- Drafting/reviewing procedures for document control;
- Responding to corrective actions related to document control;
- Updating controlled documents as per requests from other departments;
- Timely distributing latest revision level documentation to all appropriated users and ensuring that all obsolete documentation is removed from distribution;
- Ensuring that documents are shared externally in line with the relevant ICMP policies and procedures.
3. Other Duties
- Providing briefings on document processing and document control to ICMP staff;
- Represent the DU in internal and external meetings;
- Assist the Director for Policy and Cooperation in his/her external communication and provide administrative support as necessary.
Requirements
- Education in library and information Science;
- At least six years of relevant experience in electronic document management and control systems;
- Experience managing staff;
- Experience with editing and formatting;
- Attention to detail;
- Strong organizational, analytical and problem-solving skills;
- Ability to work well with all staff levels;
- Ability to meet deadlines and work well under pressure.
Mandatory requirements
- Excellent proficiency of written and spoken English; Knowledge of another language such as French, Spanish, is an asset;
- Proven ability to interact positively with colleagues regardless of culture, nationality or gender;
- Excellent knowledge of Microsoft applications, including Outlook, Word, Excel and Power Point;
- Ability to travel at short notice and to work flexible hours including weekends and evenings;
- Commitment to the underlying objective of helping the authorities and families of the missing to account for missing persons in an impartial and transparent manner.
Benefits
This is a full-time position with a competitive base salary at the L6 level on the ICMPsalaryscale, generous paid leave and extensive health insurance benefits for the incumbent and any eligible dependent.
This position is not eligible for expatriate allowances.
Review of applications will begin on 17 December 2019; however, the position will remain open until filled.
ICMP is committed to maintaining an environment of mutual respect, where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants. ICMP believes that diversity and inclusion among our staff are critical to our success as a global organization, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented individuals from a thoroughly diverse range of candidates. ICMP is proud to be part of the International Gender Champions network.
How to apply:
Please submit your application through the following link: https://apply.workable.com/icmp/j/CF13159E3D/
Netherlands: Finance Officer - The Hague
Closing date: 2020-01-10
Application : Apply for the jobOrganization: Mercy Corps
Country: Netherlands
Closing date: 10 Jan 2020
About Mercy CorpsMercy Corps is a leading global organisation powered by the belief that a better world is possible. In conflict, in disaster, in hardship, in more than 40 countries around the world, we partner to put bold solutions into action helping people triumph over adversity and build stronger communities from within. Now, and for the future.
The RoleThe Finance team plays a critical role in sustaining and enabling Mercy Corps Netherlands (MCNL) growth through the support it provides to Field Teams and HQ. All management accounting for MCNL grants is managed by the team, in addition to the financial accounting functions, payables, receivables, fixed asset reporting, uploading field ledgers, fundraising reconciliations, and banking and cash management.
Working with colleagues in Europe, US and Field Offices, the Finance Officer's responsibility is to enable prompt and accurate management accounting and donor reporting.
This is an opportunity to be involved in finance work that is fast-paced, and to be part of a diverse, dedicated team of people who are genuinely motivated by making a difference. You will be someone with a positive, can-do approach, who enjoys the pressure of working together as a team to tight deadlines. Strong communication skills are vital, as you will be operating in a truly international environment. Experience of accountancy packages software and strong Excel skills are key.
Essential Job ResponsibilitiesHQ invoice and expense management
MCNL team expense claims processing
Banking & Cash management
HQ management accounting duties
Adhere to and develop policies, processes and procedures
Update and management of IT systems, records and databases
Interagency transactions monitoring and management
Country offices cash management
Review and upload of field ledger data and partner reporting
Induction and on-going training to staff on all aspects of purchasing and finance processes and procedures
Support the audit process as required
Manage the filing systems - electronic and hard copy
As part of the department's commitment to continuous improvement, the Finance Officer should be proactive and lead on ad hoc HQ projects aimed at streamlining processes or increasing efficiency.
Any other duties as assigned.
ACCOUNTABILITY TO BENEFICIARIESMercy Corps team members are expected to support all efforts toward accountability, specifically to our beneficiaries and to international standards guiding international relief and development work, while actively engaging beneficiary communities as equal partners in the design, monitoring and evaluation of our field projects.
ORGANISATIONAL LEARNING
As part of our commitment to organisational learning and in support of our understanding that learning organisations are more effective, efficient and relevant to the communities they serve, we expect all team members to commit 5% of their time to learning activities that benefit Mercy Corps as well as themselves.
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Knowledge and Experience**
Ideally part-qualified in accounting or with a degree in a related field, with around 3+ yrs of experience in a busy finance department.
Experience of computerised accountancy packages and windows software.
Proficiency with MS Office software (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) - strong Excel skills key.
Experience in SUN systems an advantage, though not a necessity.
Fluent in Dutch and Excellent spoken and written English.
Some experience of working in or with an NGO would be preferable.
Success Factors
Excellent organisational and time management skills.
Systematic, with a strong eye for detail.
Can work quickly, accurately and to deadlines.
Able to build and maintain effective internal and external relationships.
Strong team worker and communicator.
Able to cope with changing priorities, often at short notice, and work well under pressure.
Proactive and solutions-based attitude.
High levels of motivation, professionalism and resilience.
An exposure to and interest in international development issues is important, along with an empathy for MC's mission.
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Living Conditions / Environmental Conditions **The position will be based in The Hague, Netherlands.
Mercy Corps team members represent the agency both during and outside work hours when deployed in a field posting or on a short term assignment to the field. Team members are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner and respect local laws, customs and MC's policies, procedures, and values at all times and in all in-country locations.
Fostering a diverse and open workplace is an important part of Mercy Corps' vision. Mercy Corps is an Equal Opportunity Employer regardless of background. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment.
Candidates must have the right to work in the Netherlands at the time of appointment.
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