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Closing date: 2018-12-31

The Monitoring and Evaluation Officer will manage the day to day implementation of Peru's framework, strategy, and system for high-quality monitoring and evaluation, learning and knowledge management. S/he will work in close collaboration with the Regional Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist to integrate technical tools and approaches into the MOCCA project and ensure that the project's technical foundation is solidly anchored in quality and performance improvements. The Monitoring and Evaluation Officer will analyze and document project results and impact, compiles reports and all other submissions to appropriate parties and assures transparency in the performance data system. S/he will participate in the determination of performance indicators and targets to assure the expectations and required results are understood.

• Work with the Regional Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist to define and implement monitoring, evaluation, and learning conceptual framework for Peru.
• Implement appropriate mechanisms for monitoring and tracking of program activities and results;
• Regularly review data collection processes, perform data quality assessments, and adjust as needed;
• Undertake regular visits to the field to support implementation of M&E and to identify where adaptations and improvements might be needed;
• Provide regular updates on project progress against key metrics to the M&E Specialist for inclusion in donor reports, work planning and learning events;
• Lead the regular sharing and learning from the findings of M&E data with program staff and partners;

• Demonstrate the highest degree of integrity throughout all activities and raise any concerns with implementation quality immediately with the M&E Specialist.

• Bachelor's degree in social sciences, information sciences, computer science statistics or related field, Master's degree preferred;

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in managing and oversight of monitoring and evaluation systems for international field programs;

• Knowledge of relational databases to store, manage, and analyze data and create reports and dashboards;

• Demonstrated experience in providing guidance to technical teams in developing and updating monitoring Performance Management Plans (PMPs) as well as creating and managing PMPs;

• Desired experience in monitoring and evaluation systems for US Government or other donors;

• Willingness and ability to travel to developing countries on an as needed basis;

• Fluency in Spanish required.

Please follow this link to apply: http://www.aplitrak.com/?adid=bS5kdXJhbmQuNjgzNjIuMzgzMEBwYWxsYWRpdW0uYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t

Closing date: 2019-01-04

CityAlcal , Bolivia

Start DateJan - Mar 2019 (flexible)

Length of Placement12 Months

Language RequirementsSpanish

Open to Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents of Canada only

The Volunteer s Role

Our partner, APAMA is an association made up of 25 women farmers and artisans from the municipality of Alcala, Chuquisaca. APAMA was established on May 13, 2001 and since then the association has been involved in a variety of enriching economic activities. APAMA is an organization consisting of only women, and thus their activities promote the participation of women in business management, ensuring greater economic empowerment and involvement of its members in the socioeconomic and political context of their municipality. Currently, their economic activities are related to obtaining raw material and the production of a variety of herbal medications.

We are now looking for a volunteer like you to support in organizational development and strengthening from an entrepreneurial point of view, analyzing value chains, improving access to markets, designing administrative processes and accountability systems while providing tools for a sustainable business model.

We are trying to match the perfect volunteer to the perfect experience so our start dates can be flexible. It would just depend on the partner organization s needs.

As a volunteer, you will:

-Offer trainings related to organizational strengthening and organizational sustainability, propose activities and actions on the development of the association.

• Support the association in forming and maintaining strategic alliances with other institutions and work directly with the women in the association by supporting their attendance at strategic meetings, events, and fairs as well as providing trainings in areas such as sale methods and basic marketing concepts.

• Implement and follow-up of administrative tools.

• Assist with the association s compliance of state regulations for artisanal traditional medicine laboratories.

-Support in marketing and promotional activities and carry out market research and analysis of current and prospective products for APAMA, considering both direct sale opportunities and potential wholesale partners.

Essential Academic Qualifications:

• Degree in Business Management, Administration or Economics and/or equivalent experience.

Essential Professional Background:

• Solid experience in business management, preferably small-sized companies.
• Facilitation/Training experience
• Experience living and working in rural areas is considered an asset.
• Experience building and strengthening intercultural relationships and the understanding that these relationships are required to begin and advance in any of the other activities.

Support Package

• Modest monthly living allowance (varies depending country)

• Accommodation while in placement

• Return airfare and visa/work permit costs

• Cost of required vaccinations, antimalarial medication and health insurance

• Pre-departure training and in-country orientation

• Travel and accommodation for reintegration debriefing weekend

• Modest support for accompanying partners and dependents going on placement with you for 12 months or longer (Return flight, emergency medical insurance, vaccinations)

• Access to Employee Assistance Program while in placement and upon return

• Cuso International assessment day (Candidates must cover the first $200 of the most cost-effective travel expenses and all accommodation costs).

• Travel and accommodation for the five-day pre-departure training course and for in-country orientation

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Closing date: 2019-02-05

CAMRIS International is an international development and research firm that realizes innovative solutions to development challenges through high-quality, cost-effective program and research management services. With experience working in more than 80 countries, we combine our proven systems with today s most effective, evidence-based best practices to improve development outcomes. We apply a customized, customer-centric business approach to offer greater value to our clients.

CAMRIS seeks a Deputy Chief of Party (DCOP) for the upcoming USAID/Peru Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning for Sustainability (MELS) Activity. The USAID/Peru MELS activity will be a five-year activity with an expected start date in 2019. Under this award, CAMRIS will provide fast, flexible, demand-driven monitoring, evaluation, and learning (MEL) support, guidance, and capacity development for USAID/Peru, it s implementing partners, Government of Peru stakeholders, and local research organizations.

The DCOP will assist the COP in providing overall technical, administrative, and financial management leadership.

Specifically, the DCOP will:
* Report regularly to headquarters, providing timely updates of all situational and project developments.
* Oversee human resources, program administration, security, logistics, procurement of supplies, services and equipment, and financial management
* Adhere to all USG rules and regulations regarding procurement of services, equipment and supplies, financial management controls and payments, and travel requirements
* Ensure that wages, salaries and benefits paid to local staff comply with all relevant local labor laws.
* Oversee and coordinate all third-party audits of the contract
* Oversee the preparation and delivery of annual work plans and reports, quarterly performance monitoring reports, and other donor required reporting
* Ensure timely delivery of all payments to contractors, consultants and vendors
* Ensure the project complies with all local laws regarding payment of taxes
* Provide leadership to overall project operations and reporting, ensuring that a team of core experts are in compliance with donor regulations.
* Ensure that the Mission s needs are met in the most cost-effective manner possible.
* Oversee development and implementation of an operations manual and office policies regarding personnel, security, travel and property
* Serve as Acting Chief of Party when the Chief of Party is unavailable
* A Master s or higher degree is preferred in management, organizational development, international development, social science, or a related field.
* At least 10 years of experience in one of the following areas: public or private sector management; administration; or financial management;
* At least 3 years of experience serving as DCOP, or head of Administration or Finance under a USAID funded contract.
* Firm knowledge of USG and USAID regulations regarding procurement, contracts, travel, budgets, and financial management.
* Strong data analysis, English report writing, and presentation skills.
* Must have at least 5 years of supervisory experience.
* Prior experience in Peru and/or the region desired
* Excellent communication, supervision, and management skills
* Must be a Peruvian Citizen
* Fluency in English and Spanish required

Application URL:http://www.aplitrak.com/?adid=dXlhZGF2Ljk5OTQ3LjM4MzBAY2FtcmlzLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ

Closing date: 2019-02-05

CAMRIS International is an international development and research firm that realizes innovative solutions to development challenges through high-quality, cost-effective program and research management services. With experience working in more than 80 countries, we combine our proven systems with today s most effective, evidence-based best practices to improve development outcomes. We apply a customized, customer-centric business approach to offer greater value to our clients.

CAMRIS seeks an Evaluation Advisor for the upcoming USAID/Peru Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning for Sustainability (MELS) Activity. The USAID/Peru MELS activity will be a five-year activity with an expected start date in 2019. Under the award, CAMRIS will provide fast, flexible, demand-driven monitoring, evaluation, and learning (MEL) support, guidance, and capacity development for USAID/Peru, it's implementing partners, Government of Peru stakeholders, and local research organizations.

The Evaluation Advisor will be responsible for overall management and functioning of all evaluation, assessment, and special study activities.

This includes the following:
* Oversee all aspects of evaluation, assessment and special studies, such as planning, budgeting, staffing, design and implementation of each assigned activity.
* Conduct evaluations of (performance and impact, midline, and final, and whole-of-project) of USAID/Peru projects and activities.
* Conduct studies, assessments, literature reviews and other tasks that support Agency/Mission goals and objectives including informing the next USAID/Peru Country Development Cooperation Strategy
* Evaluate, analyze and visualize high-priority strategic issues which may be of concern to Agency managers or key Agency customers, including the Mission Director and the Administrator.
* Ensure gender, disability-inclusive, and conflict sensitive factors are consistently and systematically integrated into evaluations and tracked and reported in accordance with USAID data reporting requirements.
* Identify appropriate staffing levels and secure appropriate qualified staff.
* Manage an internal local team of evaluation specialists, and external short-term consultants.
* Provide relevant technical guidance.
* Identify and execute agreed upon methodologies, field work, research, reporting and deliverables.
* A Master s or higher degree is preferred in organizational development, statistics, business administration, research methods, or a related field.
* At least 10 years of international development experience in evaluation research.
* Experience designing, conducting and managing performance and impact evaluations for USAID.
* Experience in designing, conducting, and managing baseline, midline, and end line surveys, sector assessments, studies, and analyses.
* Knowledge of USAID ADS 201.
* Evidence of conducting qualitative and quantitative data analysis and fluency with one or more statistical software packages, such as STATA or SPSS.
* Fluency with a qualitative analysis software package desired.
* Strong data analysis, English report writing, and presentation skills.
* Able to effectively manage activities in a multi-cultural environment.
* Outstanding attention to detail and excellent organizational skills
* At least 5 years of supervisory experience
* Prior experience in Peru and/or the region desired
* Excellent communication, supervision, and management skills
* Must be a Peruvian Citizen
* Fluency in English and Spanish required

Application URL:http://www.aplitrak.com/?adid=dXlhZGF2LjU0MDQzLjM4MzBAY2FtcmlzLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ

Closing date: 2019-02-05

CAMRIS International is an international development and research firm that realizes innovative solutions to development challenges through high-quality, cost-effective program and research management services. With experience working in more than 80 countries, we combine our proven systems with today s most effective, evidence-based best practices to improve development outcomes. We apply a customized, customer-centric business approach to offer greater value to our clients.

CAMRIS seeks a Performance Monitoring Advisor for the upcoming USAID/Peru Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning for Sustainability (MELS) Activity. The USAID/Peru MELS activity will be a five-year activity with an expected start date in 2019. Under this award, CAMRIS will provide fast, flexible, demand-driven monitoring, evaluation, and learning (MEL) support, guidance, and capacity development for USAID/Peru, it s implementing partners, Government of Peru stakeholders, and local research organizations.

* Oversee all aspects of third-party monitoring activities, such as planning, budgeting, recruitment of consultants, designing and implementing each assigned activity.
* Incorporate M&E considerations into USAID/Peru strategy as it is developed and finalized and into USAID/Peru program and activity design;
* Assist in the development of the mission s performance management plan (PMP) and project and activity MEL plans
* Assist implementing partners to develop effective indicators
* Conduct data quality assessments (DQAs)
* Design and conduct training in MEL topics to staff of USAID, implementing partners, and other organizations recommended by USAID/Peru.
* Identify appropriate staffing levels and secure appropriate qualified staff.
* Ensure gender, disability-inclusive, and conflict sensitive factors are consistently and systematically tracked and reported in accordance with USAID data reporting requirements.
* Manage an internal local team of monitoring specialists, and external short-term consultants.
* Provide relevant technical guidance.
* Lead consultations with relevant USAID/Peru staff and implementing partners.
* Track, analyze and summarize mission performance monitoring data using graphs, maps, and charts to facilitate mission decision-making.
* A Master s or higher degree is preferred in organizational development, public policy or administration, statistics, business administration, research methods, or a related field.
* At least 10 years of international development experience involved in either monitoring or evaluation; project management; project design, capacity building or strategy development.
* Extensive knowledge of USAID ADS 201 and performance monitoring requirements.
* Outstanding attention to detail and excellent organizational skills
* Extensive experience developing performance indicators, MEL plans, and conducting DQAs.
* At least 5 years of experience in designing and implementing third-party monitoring activities.
* At least 5 years of experience designing and conducting training in various MEL topics.
* Strong data analysis, English report writing, and presentation skills.
* Able to effectively manage activities in a multi-cultural environment.
* At least 5 years of supervisory experience.
* Experience developing training curricula and training in various MEL topics
* Prior experience in Peru and/or the region desired
* Excellent communication, supervision, and management skills
* Must be a Peruvian Citizen
* Fluency in English and Spanish required

Application URL:http://www.aplitrak.com/?adid=dXlhZGF2LjU1OTEwLjM4MzBAY2FtcmlzLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ

Closing date: 2019-02-05

CAMRIS International is an international development and research firm that realizes innovative solutions to development challenges through high-quality, cost-effective program and research management services. With experience working in more than 80 countries, we combine our proven systems with today s most effective, evidence-based best practices to improve development outcomes. We apply a customized, customer-centric business approach to offer greater value to our clients.

CAMRIS seeks a Gender and Social Inclusion Expert for the upcoming USAID/Peru Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning for Sustainability (MELS) Activity. The USAID/Peru MELS activity will be a five-year activity with an expected start date in 2019. Under this award, CAMRIS will provide fast, flexible, demand-driven monitoring, evaluation, and learning (MEL) support, guidance, and capacity development for USAID/Peru, it s implementing partners, Government of Peru stakeholders, and local research organizations.

* Review evaluation designs and project documents to ensure gender and social and inclusion issues are integrated into each stage of project evaluations
* Provide technical advice, strategic guidance, and support to USAID/Peru implementing partners.
* Assist/support the process of drafting and finalizing the development of performance management plans (PMPs) and MEL plans.
* Perform data management functions including, but not limited to: data collection, verification and validation; aggregating data from multiple partners; and coordinating the compilation of data for the PMP and ME&L reports.
* Develop gender equality and social inclusion (GESI) indicators.
* Advanced degree (Master s or higher) in social science, women s studies, or other related area.
* A minimum of five years experience in design, monitoring, and evaluation of international development projects, with a focus on gender and social inclusion.
* Broad technical experience of working with the functions and operation of gender equality and social inclusion, GESI assessment tools and approaches including specific and extensive knowledge of Peru.
* Knowledge of USAID Gender Equality and Female Empowerment Policy and ADS 205
* Outstanding attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
* Strong data analysis, and English report writing, and presentation skills.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team
* Prior experience in Peru and/or the region desired
* Excellent communication, supervision, and management skills
* Must be a Peruvian Citizen
* Fluency in English and Spanish required

Application URL:http://www.aplitrak.com/?adid=dXlhZGF2LjczMzE3LjM4MzBAY2FtcmlzLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ

Closing date: 2019-02-05

CAMRIS International is an international development and research firm that realizes innovative solutions to development challenges through high-quality, cost-effective program and research management services. With experience working in more than 80 countries, we combine our proven systems with today s most effective, evidence-based best practices to improve development outcomes. We apply a customized, customer-centric business approach to offer greater value to our clients.

CAMRIS seeks a Chief of Party to lead and manage the upcoming USAID/Peru Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning for Sustainability (MELS) Activity. The USAID/Peru MELS activity will be a five-year activity with an expected start date in 2019. Under this award, CAMRIS will provide fast, flexible, demand-driven monitoring, evaluation, and learning (MEL) support, guidance, and capacity development for USAID/Peru, it s implementing partners, Government of Peru stakeholders, and local research organizations.

* Provide vision and overall leadership to operations
* Ensure provision of timely, relevant, high-quality MEL services
* Provide leadership on the project by proactively engaging with USAID, partners, and MEL activity team members to provide effective MEL support. This involves deep collaboration with the Mission and partners to identify, design, and deliver high-quality services.
* Identify adjustments in scope and operations to ensure that the project adapts to changes in need and context
* Provide quality assurance and responsiveness on all aspects of the MEL lifecycle including design, data collection, analysis, reporting, and learning
* Serve as the primary point of contact to the USAID Contracting Officer and Contracting Officer s Representative
* Ensure all USAID rules and regulations are followed Supervise and empower all technical and administrative staff on the project
* Collaborate closely with CAMRIS headquarters technical and operations staff
* Represent the Peru MEL team at local, regional, and international meetings, as required
* A Master s or higher degree in management, organizational development, international development, economics, social science research, or a related field.
* At least 15 years of experience is preferred in the following areas: public or private sector management, administration, and planning; international development, preferably in developing countries;
* At least 5 years of experience serving as a COP or DCOP under a USAID-funded contract.
* Must have a strong background in project management and organizational development, and monitoring and evaluation to provide comprehensive monitoring and evaluation support.
* Considerable experience managing group dynamics and high performing teams.
* Experience managing similar multifaceted projects in the past. In addition, it is essential for the COP to have the capacity to manage large complex projects/activities in a multi-cultural environment and in providing consulting services in helping clients analyze problems, devise and adopt solutions.
* Demonstrated leadership, strategic thinking/planning, management, and presentation skills.
* Must have at least 8 years of supervisory experience.
* Prior experience in Peru and/or the region desired
* Excellent communication, supervision, and management skills
* Fluency in English and Spanish required

Application URL:http://www.aplitrak.com/?adid=dXlhZGF2LjU2MDU5LjM4MzBAY2FtcmlzLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ

Closing date: 2019-02-05

CAMRIS International is an international development and research firm that realizes innovative solutions to development challenges through high-quality, cost-effective program and research management services. With experience working in more than 80 countries, we combine our proven systems with today s most effective, evidence-based best practices to improve development outcomes. We apply a customized, customer-centric business approach to offer greater value to our clients.

CAMRIS seeks a Knowledge Management/Learning Specialist the upcoming USAID/Peru Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning for Sustainability (MELS) Activity. The USAID/Peru MELS activity will be a five-year activity with an expected start date in 2019. Under this award, CAMRIS will provide fast, flexible, demand-driven monitoring, evaluation, and learning (MEL) support, guidance, and capacity development for USAID/Peru, it s implementing partners, Government of Peru stakeholders, and local research organizations.

* Oversee all aspects of the Mission s CLA activities, such as planning and budgeting for each assigned activity
* Identify appropriate staffing levels and securing appropriate qualified staff
* Supervise external, short-term consultants
* Provide relevant technical guidance
* Lead consultations with relevant USAID/Peru staff and implementing partners
* Identify and execute appropriate agreed upon methodologies, field work, research, reporting and deliverables.
* Assist in the development of MEL communities of practice within USAID/Peru and among implementing partners, and the Government of Peru
* Assist USAID/Peru to develop and implement a learning agenda.
* Analyze and test the validity of hypotheses and assumptions embedded in strategy-level CDCS results frameworks and project level logical frameworks and theories of change.
* Plan for learning and dissemination of lessons learned for use in Peru, and elsewhere in the Agency.
* A Master s or higher degree is preferred in organizational development, public policy or administration, business administration, knowledge management, political science, international relations or a related field, or other fields closely related.
* At least 10 years of international development experience involved in either monitoring or evaluation, project management, knowledge management, project design, or strategy development.
* Experience designing and implementing CLA activities in USAID missions and other organizations
* Experience in developing and leading knowledge management programs, facilitating communities of practice, and social networking.
* Experience with a wide range of development areas, such as monitoring and evaluation, gender, agriculture, economic growth, environment, democracy and governance, health, nutrition, and education.
* Strong data analysis, and English report writing, and presentation skills.
* Able to effectively manage activities in a multi-cultural environment.
* At least 5 years of supervisory experience.
* Prior experience in Peru and/or the region desired
* Outstanding attention to detail and excellent organizational skills
* Excellent communication, supervision, and management skills
* Must be a Peruvian Citizen
* Fluency in English and Spanish required

Application URL: http://www.aplitrak.com/?adid=dXlhZGF2LjI5MzY1LjM4MzBAY2FtcmlzLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ

Closing date: 2019-03-01

**Summary

This volunteer position aims to coordinate the process of structuring LAFF s new Strategic Plan for the next three years. The Strategic Planning Coordinator will be responsible for leading the ideation and writing phase of the Plan. Additionally, they will also be responsible for leading group workshops and individual sessions with LAFF s stakeholders in the structuring process.

Responsibilities

• Support LAFF's Programme Manager and Board with the ideation and building of LAFF's new strategic plan.

• Support LAFF's Programme Manager and Board with evaluating LAFFs recent strategic plan.

• Coordinate different group/individual sessions about strategic planning amongst LAFF s stakeholders.

• Provide administrative and logistical support to the team.

Requirements

• Have academic qualifications and/or professional experience in strategic planning, strategic management, and administration of organisations, ideally charitable and voluntary organisations

• Is an enthusiast for strategy and strategic planning (envisioning an organisation's future and marking the steps towards achieving strategic goals).

• A quick and motivated learner.

• Time Commitment: Minimum of 4 months, to begin August or September of 2018.

• Advanced spoken and written English

Desirable:

• Experience with working with programmes in education and/or childhood development.

• Previous work or volunteer experience in Cusco.

• Experience in evaluation.

• Proficient Spanish level. **

http://www.laffcharity.org.uk/volunteer/volunteer-in-peru/

To complete the application process you need to fill in an Application Form (you can find this at the above URL). You will need to send the Application Form & your CV to info@laffcharity.org.uk.

Closing date: 2019-03-01

Are you passionate about empowering teens in leadership capabilities? Do you have leadership/mentorship experience? Do you want tangible experience working with a grassroots non-profit in another country?

The Light and Leadership Initiative is a grassroots non-profit based in Huayc n, Peru that focuses on sustainablecommunity-based educational and empowerment programs. Our Teens' Program (ages 13-17) is searching for a qualified individual to facilitate a Teen Leadership Program that gives the students access to leadership skills and opportunities.

The primary focus of the program would be to:

• Assist in the development and implementation of a leadership curriculum
• Support Teens in the development of their leadership projects
• Teach weekly leadership classes
• Create, support, and monitor leadership projects
• Promote the leadership program within the Huayc n community

Recent examples of projects the teens have developed include an animal vaccination program, environmental cleanup projects, as well as a natural disaster relief program for victims of severe flooding.

This position requires advancedSpanish language skills in addition to prior leadership experience. The position is looking for a minimum commitment of 8 weeks to successfully administer aspects of the program starting March 1stonward!

Details at a glance

• Fee Required
• On-site Location
• Training Provided
• Housing Available
• Language / Cultural Support Available
• International Volunteers Welcome

vcm@lightandleadership.org

http://www.lightandleadership.org/volunteerperu

Please submit an application and send a CV/Resume to the Volunteer Coordinator (email above). Please do not hesitate to reach out with any questions!