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Closing date: 2018-06-26

Use your experience as a human rights campaign strategist to respond to some of our most critical campaigning issues. Working within the Individuals at Risk Team, you'll react quickly to emerging priorities assessing changing situations quickly, capitalising on your political judgement and inspiring worldwide action within days.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

The urgent human rights issues that we need to bring to the world's attention are hugely varied. You will work to develop and support effective action on behalf of individuals and communities through developing campaign plans and techniques. You will prepare relevant materials and deliver appropriate communications and advice to multiple stakeholders in global locations. Spotting opportunities for action, you'll decide on effective strategies and tactics, coordinating the delivery of Amnesty International's campaigns, increasing the effectiveness across the wider movement.

ABOUT YOU:

You will be confident in developing and managing an effective portfolio of casework for campaigning and deliver these in an ethical way. You will be highly motivational and have experience in mobilizing individuals, communities and human rights defenders at imminent risk. Your confidence and expertise to identify relevant information quickly, understand what's key and pinpoint the most effective means of communication will provide authoritative advice and support to staff. Flexible enough to adapt your approach as priorities change, you will also bring us a real flair for innovation and will act as a reliable post within the organisation. You will ideally have experience working internationally, specifically in Americas region. It is essential you are fluent in English and Spanish with French and/or Portuguese desirable.

ABOUT US:

Amnesty International is a global movement of more than 7 million people who campaign for a world where human rights are enjoyed by all. We reach almost every country in the world and have:

• more than 2 million members and supporters who drive forward our fight for rights
• more than 5 million activists who strengthen our calls for justice

Our aim is simple: an end to human rights abuses. Independent, international and influential, we campaign for justice, fairness, freedom and truth wherever they're denied. And whether we're applying pressure through powerful research or direct lobbying, mass demonstrations or online campaigning, we're all inspired by hope for a better world. One where human rights are respected and protected by everyone, everywhere.

Benefits include 37 days annual leave (inclusive of public holidays and grace days), pension scheme, employee assistance programme, life assurance and many more benefits designed to suit your own personal lifestyle. All of this, in a professional, engaging environment.

For further information on our benefits, please visit https://www.amnesty.org/en/careers/benefits/

WHAT WE HOPE YOU WILL DO NEXT

If you are talented, passionate about human rights and want to use your skills, knowledge and experience to change the world then we would encourage you to click 'Apply for this Role' below.

Freedom, Justice, Equality. Let's get to work.

Please follow this link to apply: http://www.aplitrak.com/?adid=aGVucmlldHRhLnlhbmtzb24uNzk0ODkuMzgzMEBhbW5lc3R5LmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ

Closing date: 2018-06-30

GENERAL FUNCTION

Internews Network is seeking a Chief of Party (COP) for a potential USAID-funded program in Mexico on investigative journalism. The Chief of Party will provide strategic guidance and leadership for the program; coordinate technical, legal and professional capacity building assistance to partners and beneficiaries; ensure proper oversight of Internews personnel, financial management and administration; and coordinate with other relevant stakeholders in the region to ensure that Internews leverages other resources, avoids duplication and compliments other relevant initiatives. The COP will also be responsible for establishing strong partnerships and dialogue with the appropriate donor representatives. The position is based in Mexico City, and requires a 100% level of effort commitment for the five-year period of performance. The COP will need to travel to states outside the capital area. Applicants will need to be available starting in fall 2018.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESinclude the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Provide leadership, management, representational and operational oversight for Internews program in-country;
• Ensure that activities are meeting their goals and targets, including recommending program adjustments when necessary to keep the project on track;
• Cultivate and strengthen relationships with local partner organizations and ensure that implementation is responsive to the needs of partners and beneficiaries;
• Oversee development and approve curricula for trainings as well as managing and monitoring trainings led by consultants and/or local trainers;
• Oversee program monitoring and evaluation in the region to ensure effective implementation and to measure the impact of activities;
• Maintain a thorough knowledge of independent media issues in the region and a general understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing independent media across the region;
• Ensure the project is in compliance with all cooperative agreement rules, requirements and regulations as well as with Internews internal policies and procedures;
• Serve as the primary budget authority over the project, responsible for ensuring all costs charged to the project are allowable, reasonable and correctly allocated;
• Provide management and oversight of daily operations of the program, in particular with regard to coordination of activities and events at the subnational, national and regional levels;
• Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization s policies and applicable laws;
• Maintain regular communications with Internews headquarters staff to communicate progress on programming and address upcoming issues in advance;
• Serve as primary project and organizational liaison with USAID and the U.S. Embassy in Mexico, as well as other international donors active in the region.
• Understanding of and demonstrated commitment to upholding Internews Core Values.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Manage and oversee all staff based in the country. Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Professional proficiency in written and spoken English and Spanish;
• At least 5-7 years of progressively responsible media development experience, including managing media or related programs;
• Experience with USAID- and/or US government-funded programs;
• Master s degree or equivalent preferred;
• Previous experience developing collaborative working relationships with counterparts, international organizations and donors;
• Development experience in the LAC region (5+ years preferred);
• Working experience in Mexico (including outside the capital area) is strongly preferred;
• A successful track record in supervising, designing, managing and implementing technical assistance for donor-funded media projects and proven ability to develop, implement, and monitor work plans, training plans, monitoring and evaluation plans, and procurement plans;
• Experience as a manager or trainer with professional capacity-building programs for journalists and media outlets and strong knowledge of new media preferred;
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Visit: https://chm.tbe.taleo.net/chm04/ats/careers/v2/viewRequisition?org=INTERNEWS&cws=38&rid=849

Closing date: 2018-06-30

GENERAL FUNCTION:

Internews seeks a Senior Media Specialist for a potential USAID-funded program in Mexico on investigative journalism. The Senior Media Specialist is responsible for capacity building of Mexican media partners, including work to design and lead activities in data and investigative journalism and media business sustainability. The Specialist will be delegated other management responsibilities by the project Chief of Party (COP) as appropriate, including staff performance management, project management and senior representation roles.

The position is based in Mexico and requires a 100% level of effort commitment for the five-year period of performance. Applicants would need to be available starting in fall 2018.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Technical support, guidance and mentoring to media partners and beneficiaries in data and investigative journalism
• Work with the Chief of Party, local partners, and local staff to design innovative funding strategies and sustainable business models that support Mexican media outlets
• Maintain in-depth understanding of issues affecting the media community in Mexico, including security and political factors
• Work with national and sub-national media outlets and journalists to develop networks and engage local resources in support of investigative journalism
• Work with program management team to ensure effective implementation of local media partner activities as well as advise on local partner progress
• Strengthen and oversee curriculum development, training and mentoring activities
• Provide technical input on formal reporting requirements and development and implementation of the Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Plan
• Understanding of and demonstrated commitment to upholding Internews Core Values

QUALIFICATIONS:

• At least five (5) years experience in media development and program management
• Extensive expertise in political and media analysis
• Experience in Mexico required
• Experience in data and investigative journalism
• Experience leading or co-leading dynamic in-depth trainings preferred (particularly for journalists/media)
• Fluency in Spanish and English
• Experience providing technical assistance on USG-funded media and projects in complex development environments
• Thorough understanding of the technical, political and social issues specific to Mexico, particularly relating to freedom of expression and the enabling environment for media
• Experience in journalism training and media capacity-building preferred
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills; ability to interact effectively with local and international partners, staff, and government officials

Visit: https://chm.tbe.taleo.net/chm04/ats/careers/v2/viewRequisition?org=INTERNEWS&cws=38&rid=857

Closing date: 2018-06-30

GENERAL FUNCTION:

Internews is seeking a Finance and Administration Director for a potential USAID-funded program in Mexico on investigative journalism. The Finance and Administration Director will oversee the financial, operational and administrative aspects of the project. Responsibilities will include financial compliance and record-keeping; forecasting project spending; oversight of subgrant agreements with a primary focus on financial reporting; ensuring compliance with USAID and Internews rules and regulations; supporting internal and external audits; and mentoring and managing partner organizations and local staff.

The position is based in Mexico and requires a 100% level of effort commitment for the five-year period of performance. Applicants would need to be available starting in fall 2018.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESinclude the following; other duties may be assigned:

• Monitors program accounting and documentation to ensure compliance with USAID requirements and Internews policies and procedures
• Ensure proper spending procedures, documentation, and data entry
• Support the COP in project planning, budgeting, and administrative oversight
• Develop, maintain and monitor internal controls
• Report to Chief of Party, the Internews regional office and Internews US headquarters
• Supervise all contractual commitments and ensure compliance with Mexican law, Internews policies and USAID regulations
• Manage all bank accounts, transfers and local payments to suppliers and staff
• Manage procurement processes according to Internews policies and USAID regulations
• Monitor grants, contracts and sub-agreements
• Ensure compliance by all sub-grantees to Internews and United States government regulations
• Communicate with subgrantees on compliance issues and provide training/guidance as needed
• Prepare contracts for and oversee local staff and consultants according to Mexican law and Internews regulations, and liaise with local counsel as needed
• Understanding of and demonstrated commitment to upholding Internews Core Values

QUALIFICATIONS:

• At least 7 years of progressively responsible experience managing finances and operations for large international NGO programs; including senior management experience
• Extensive knowledge and experience with USAID regulations, policies and grant procedures
• Direct experience managing the finances and administration of US government-funded projects
• Experience with project financial management including financial controls, sub-grants management, accounting and audits, as well as reporting on accruals, pipeline, and expense validation and reimbursement to service providers
• CPA or Accounting degree desirable, MBA highly desirable
• Experience supporting international development projects in Mexico preferred (especially experience with local laws and regulations); experience in the Latin America region required
• Excellent written and spoken English and Spanish
• Advanced computer skills, including proficiency in Excel, Word, Outlook, Internet, and Quick Books
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Visit: https://chm.tbe.taleo.net/chm04/ats/careers/v2/viewRequisition?org=INTERNEWS&cws=38&rid=856

Closing date: 2018-07-05

ABOUT THE ROLE

This crucial role requires a skilled professional in the field of organisational development and capacity building to provide support to Amnesty entities in the Latin America and Caribbean region. The work will involve providing support to the national sections to build their capacity in the areas of governance, management, strategic and operational planning, monitoring, evaluation, learning and growth of members and supporters. This role is advertised on an 18 month fixed term contract.

The focus of the work will be supporting membership entities to have impact on human rights and grow and diversify their constituencies, and ensure their participation in the movement's governance and leadership. It involves frequent travel within the region. This role involves building leadership capacity of boards; working with the director and other staff in helping establish/improve internal programme and office management systems and processes; supporting planning, monitoring, evaluation and learning capacities; supporting sharing and learning among sections; and capacity support on enabling growing the membership base. Direct experience of working within the region is essential and fluency in Spanish and English is essential and knowledge of one/more local languages (Portuguese, French) is desirable.

ABOUT YOU

You must have excellent knowledge of organisational development, capacity building and learning in the context of a small NGO in the Latin America and Caribbean region. You'll have the ability to organise and facilitate national or regional training workshops and meetings; good knowledge of monitoring and evaluation; strong project management skills; ability to produce high quality material and reports in Spanish and English; and strong strategic thinking and political judgement. You are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and this is evidenced in your experience, practices and work ethics. You'll thrive when working under pressure, with others and with flexible working hours. You should have an excellent knowledge of and work experience on the region. Knowledge of Spanish and English is essential, and Portuguese and/or French will be an added advantage.

ABOUT US

Amnesty International is a global movement of more than 7 million people who campaign for a world where human rights are enjoyed by all. We reach almost every country in the world and have:

• more than 2 million members and supporters who drive forward our fight for rights
• more than 5 million activists who strengthen our calls for justice

Our aim is simple: an end to human rights abuses. Independent, international and influential, we campaign for justice, fairness, freedom and truth wherever they're denied. And whether we're applying pressure through powerful research or direct lobbying, mass demonstrations or online campaigning, we're all inspired by hope for a better world. One where human rights are respected and protected by everyone, everywhere.

At Amnesty International, we are passionate about what we do and we are proud of our achievements as a movement. To compensate our employees for the critical work they do, we reward them through a combination of an attractive and sector competitive salary and benefits package, high levels of engagement and involvement, and a commitment to employee development.

Benefits include 37 days annual leave (inclusive of public holidays and grace days), pension scheme, employee assistance programme, life assurance and many more benefits designed to suit your own personal lifestyle. All of this, in a professional, engaging environment.

For further information on our benefits, please visit https://www.amnesty.org/en/careers/benefits/

WHAT WE HOPE YOU WILL DO NEXT

If you are talented, passionate about human rights and want to use your skills, knowledge and experience to change the world then we would encourage you to click 'Apply for this Role' below.

Freedom, Justice, Equality. Let's get to work.

Please follow this link to apply: http://www.aplitrak.com/?adid=em9lLmNvbGxpZXIuOTQyMzIuMzgzMEBhbW5lc3R5LmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ

Closing date: 2018-07-08

Con el prop sito de consolidar calidad y continuidad de las actividades de salud asignadas en los proyectos comunitarios y de migraci n salud, l/ella es responsable de evaluar, planificar, organizar e implementar las actividades en salud alineadas a los objetivos de las zonas prioritarias y otras que se asignen durante el proceso. Principales responsabilidades: *SALUD COMUNITARIA VIOLENCIA URBANA:*

Con el apoyo t cnico del Coordinador de Salud de la Delegaci n Regional de M xico y el liderazgo del Coordinador de terreno del rea que le corresponde, l/ella:

Realiza una evaluaci n completa de necesidades de salud (y la mantiene actualizada), planifica, implementa, supervisa y eval a peri dicamente las actividades de salud que el CICR lleve a cabo.

Coordina con las contrapartes pertinentes (Secretaria de Salud-SSA, Cruz Roja Mexicana-CRM, Seguro Social-IMSS, etc.) todas las actividades de salud correspondientes al programa de salud en sus zonas de responsabilidad.

Recolecta, analiza y env a estad sticas e informes en relaci n con el programa a su cargo al departamento de salud, seg n el plan establecido y utilizando las herramientas institucionales disponibles.

Mantiene contacto permanente con las autoridades de salud de las regiones cubiertas y coordina con ellos el apoyo brindado por el CICR para mejorar la calidad de los servicios de salud para la poblaci n objeto.

Realiza el seguimiento epidemiol gico y de los principales problemas de salud prevalentes y emergentes de sus regiones prioritarias. SALUD PARA LA POBLACION MIGRANTE (y desplazados):

Identifica y analiza necesidades de salud en la poblaci n migrante (en tr nsito y/o retornada) en los puntos de asistencia de sus zonas de responsabilidad en M xico y propone acciones pertinentes. Asimismo, monitorea, supervisa y da apoyo t cnico en la implementaci n de acciones de salud en los puntos de asistencia conjuntos CICR/Cruz Roja Mexicana (CRM).

Apoya en el desarrollo de herramientas necesarias para la gesti n de las actividades de salud con poblaci n migrante en M xico y/o DR seg n le sea requerido.

Garantiza la disponibilidad de medicamentos y material m dico para las actividades de asistencia en salud en los puntos de asistencia y albergues identificados y apoyados por el CICR en sus reas de responsabilidades.

Apoya en la detecci n, y seguimiento de la atenci n m dica de casos individuales en su rea de responsabilidad en M xico.

Apoyo en lo correspondiente a salud en las visitas a las Estaciones Migratoria (EM), albergues del DIF, y otros albergues que se consideren pertinentes. PROGRAMA RESPETO A LOS SERVICIOS DE SALUD:

Participa en el mapeo de interlocutores en relaci n con el tema "Respeto a servicios de salud" (RSS) en las regiones en las que se desarrollan los proyectos comunitarios.

Organiza, implementa y da seguimiento de manera conjunta y/o con supervisi n de la coordinaci n en salud, los talleres RSS en las regiones donde se desarrollan los proyectos comunitarios de su rea de responsabilidad.

Recolecta informaciones sobre el tema RSS durante sus salidas al terreno, comparte con su coordinaci n y ayuda al an lisis de la situaci n en las regiones que cubre. Estudios y reas de conocimiento espec ficos

M dico/a titulado (con c dula profesional) o Enfermero titulado.

Se requiere Maestr a en Salud P blica.

Conocimiento del Sistema Nacional de Salud en M xico.

Es deseable que est familiarizado con el movimiento de la Cruz Roja y sus principios.

Buen conocimiento de las herramientas Office y facilidad en utilizar programas inform ticos.

Espa ol nivel experto o lengua materna, ingl s nivel medio/avanzado. Experiencia laboral

Experiencia comprobable de 2 a os m nimo en proyectos con enfoque de salud publica y poblaciones vulnerables

Experiencia en gesti n de programas de salud (elaboraci n, implementaci n, seguimiento y evaluaci n / ciclo de proyecto)

Experiencia en trabajo con organizaciones humanitarias nacionales o internacionales deseable. IMPORTANTE:

Buen conocimiento del estado de Chihuahua.

Capacidad y experiencia confirmada para llevar a cabo an lisis de contexto pol tico, social, de necesidades humanitarias;

Flexibilidad para los horarios de trabajo (trabajo a veces durante los fines de semana).

Capacidad f sica y mental para trabajar bajo presi n y en condiciones ambientales dif ciles.

Empat a frente al tema migratorio y a las v ctimas de violencia armada (y sexual).

Sentido de confidencialidad.

Licencia de conducir

Lugar de trabajo:Chihuahua.

Ofrecemos:Salario atractivo, prestaciones superiores a la ley, oportunidad de contribuir en una Organizaci n Internacional Humanitaria.

IMPORTANTE para candidatos extranjeros deber n contar con permiso vigente para trabajar en M xico.

Interesados/as que re nan los requisitos, enviar su CV y carta exposici n de motivos en un mismo documento, el nombre del archivo adjunto debe seguir el siguiente formato: (Apellido _Nombre). En el asunto del mensaje hacer referencia a c digo MEX1807. Enviar v a correo electr nico a: acontreras@allwork.com.mx;

Cc:mex_rh_services@icrc.org">mex_rh_services@icrc.org, reclutamiento@allwork.com.mx

Fecha l mite para recibir aplicaciones domingo 08 de julio 2018.**

Favor de incluir su pretensi n salarial dentro de su CV. **

Closing date: 2018-07-13

Overview

Miyamoto International is a global engineering, construction management and project management company that provides critical services that sustain industries and safeguard communities with offices worldwide. Known for executing successful projects in some of the world s most challenging environments, Miyamoto International has expanded its successful work under the PREPARE II Program in Costa Rica and Colombia to El Salvador and Mexico.

PREPARE II aims to strengthen and institutionalize the risk management and response capacity of public disaster authorities and private sector partners in highly vulnerable urban settings through targeted technical and capacity building assistance. In Mexico City, this will include activities to support the institutionalization of structural damage assessment protocols, methods and tools developed during response to the September 2017 earthquake, as well as capacity building assistance for urban search and rescue teams based on needs identified during and since the emergency.

Responsibilities

The Program Manager will be based in Mexico City. He/she will report to the Latin American and Caribbean (LAC) Regional Program Manager who will be covering multiple countries across the LAC region. The Mexico City Program Manager will also receive support from Miyamoto s International Programs team, including the engineering teams who will oversee any technical submissions or technical programmatic activities. The successful candidate will also be expected to work closely with the Miyamoto International Mexico team.

This position is a blend of technical and program management. It also has policy components to integrate disaster risk reduction work into existing institutions and frameworks. It will require heavy representational work with government and other disaster risk reduction counterparts.

The overall scope of responsibilities includes, but is not limited to:

Program Management and Leadership

The Mexico City Program Manager is responsible for the overall timely and quality delivery for all PREPARE II program deliverables and activities in Mexico City.

This includes:

Leading on engagement and coordination with relevant national and local stakeholders to deliver on program objectives.

High-level representational duties with key government and other stakeholders.

Leading on organizing and delivering workshops and conferences as outlined in the program.

Leading on collecting data for required donor and other internal and external reporting.

Leading on collecting data for required reporting on monitoring and evaluation information.

Leading on collecting data for required technical assessments, according to the needs of the program (and/or identify data sources for future use).

Leading on other program communication, including success stories and assistance with identifying and drafting content for social media.

Making recommendations for institutionalization of disaster risk reduction activities within existing frameworks.

Managing deliverables within the allocated program budget.

Security Focal Point for Mexico City

Other duties as requested by the LAC Regional Program Manager

Candidate Profile

The desired candidate will have successfully managed high profile international development projects with a high-level of contextual and operating sensitivity in Mexico City. Highly desirable is past work on disaster risk reduction programming in Mexico City and familiarity with public sector agencies and actors working in this area, as a focus of the work will be on strengthening capacities, strategies and systems.

Education

• Degree in engineering and/or degree in public policy/affairs or other relevant field.

Knowledge

• Knowledge of public relations, ability and experience working with government agencies and officials. Highly desirable to have knowledge of public agencies working on disaster risk reduction programming.
• Professional fluency in Spanish and English with the ability to conduct high-level meetings, create high-level reports and translate documents in both languages.
• Ability and willingness to work openly and collaboratively with technical teams and professionals from other disciplines. Team player.
• Ability to successfully manage and execute challenging projects with international teams and remote supervision.
• Excellent networking and outreach skills.
• Self-starter with a high degree of professionalism and integrity and responsive to requests
• Excellent communicator able to work credibly and effectively with high-level government and private sector officials, as well as contribute to communications pieces, program reporting and social media posts
• Ability and willingness to work in a flexible, dynamic and global organization.

Experience

• Experience working with public agencies and officials in Mexico City and managing government relations, preferably in the disaster risk reduction field.
• Experience working on policy initiatives with a particular focus on seismic issues, or other disaster risk reduction and mitigation initiatives.
• An ideal candidate will have the experience or ability to review, advise on and draft regional, national and municipal/city natural disaster risk reduction strategies, policies and plans and knowledge of Mexico s disaster risk reduction framework.
• Strong past experience managing complex projects, past experience working with international teams, development partners and/or institutional donors, including USAID, is strongly desired.
• Past experience successfully starting up new programs is highly desired.

ProposedTimeframe

The proposed timeframe for this engagement is for nine months beginning in July-August 2018.

Application Instructions

To apply, please submit the following documents by July 13to the Miyamoto Recruitment Team, with the subject line "Program Manager PREPARE II, Mexico City", at the following email address: procurement@miyamotointernational.com

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter, emphasizing your work in disaster risk reduction policy in Mexico City, as well as past experience in international donor program management

Closing date: 2018-07-31

CIMMYT is seeking a dynamic, self-motivated, and service-oriented professional for the position of Wheat Communications Officer to work in the Corporate Communications (CC) of CIMMYT, in conjunction with the director of the CIMMYT Global Wheat Program (GWP), the manager of CGIAR Research Program on Wheat (WHEAT), and the head of CC. In support of fundraising and effective partnerships, help foster a positive image of GWP, WHEAT, and CIMMYT aims, activities, and outputs among key partners, funders, and stakeholders.

The position is based at CIMMYT s campus in Texcoco, State of Mexico, located 45 km northeast of Mexico City, Mexico.

Specific duties:

• Develop strategic messaging, a general strategy, and a work plan for communications in support of GWP and WHEAT, in the framework of CIMMYT strategic communications and keyed to important events and expected achievements.
• Prepare WHEAT annual reports (one for CGIAR and one for general audiences; both as e-documents).
• Plan and execute communications activities or campaigns around key events and expected achievements.
• Keep abreast of key GWP, WHEAT, and stakeholder achievements and activities in science and research for development, and produce engaging stories and other communications outputs; where possible directly involving communications specialists from partner organizations. This may involve international travel and field reporting.
• Target and promote stories with conventional media and through digital platforms (website, social media).
• Maintain and strengthen social media channels.
• Revise, update and maintain the content of the WHEAT web page and curate the CGIAR web page for WHEAT.
• Keep in contact and share relevant information with CGIAR Research Programs communicators.
• Support GWP / WHEAT scientists and management in technical publishing and communication (e.g., editing journal articles, funding proposals, posters, et al.) and in communications with the media and other non-scientific audiences, including leveraging significant outcomes among relevant audiences.
• Keep abreast of news on wheat (science, markets, nutritional issues, crises) and related issues (crop disease outbreaks, climate science and events, et al.), with an eye to opportunities for promoting GWP/WHEAT messages and impacts.
• Support communications (internal and external) by GWP/WHEAT management and administration.
• Drawing on the above, contribute as agreed with the head of CC to overall CIMMYT communications.
• Take part in and contribute to GWP, WHEAT, and CC staff meetings.

Required academic qualifications, skills and attitudes:

• Master s Degree in in Journalism, Communications, or related discipline (a bachelor s degree with relevant experience will be considered).
• At least 5 years of experience in science communications, marketing, public relations, media campaigns, and/or nonprofit communications.
• Non-profit organization experience or demonstrated understanding of the non-profit and/or agricultural research for development environments.
• Clear grasp of communications strategies and creativity in applying them to raise awareness of CIMMYT s activities and achievements.
• Ability to express technical concepts in clear and simple language for diverse audiences, including the general public.
• Proficiency in English, including ability to interact confidently with colleagues and external. Knowledge of Spanish is desirable but not required.
• Proficiency in use of social networking and new media tools.
• The selected candidate must exhibit the following competencies: Communication, Decision-Making, Relationship Management, Problem-Solving, Innovation and Creativity and Multi-Cultural Awareness/Sensitivity.

The position is for an initial fixed-term for three (3) years, after which further employment is subject to performance and the continued availability of funds. CIMMYT s internationally competitive salary and benefits include housing allowance, comprehensive health and life insurance, assistance for children s education, paid vacation, annual airfare, contribution to a retirement plan, and generous assistance with relocation shipment.

Candidates must apply onlineto IRS18123 Wheat Communications Officer. Screening and follow up will begin on Monday, 4 June 2018. Applications must include a CV and a letter of interest. Incomplete applications will not be taken into consideration. For further information on the selection process, please contact Yessica Castillo (y.castillo@cgiar.org)
Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
This position will remain open until filled.

CIMMYT is an equal opportunity employer. It fosters a multicultural work environment that values gender equality, teamwork, and respect for diversity. Women are encouraged to apply.

Closing date: 2018-07-31

Job description

El Coordinador de Monitoreo y Evaluaci n es responsable de proporcionar apoyo t cnico para las actividades de Ipas en M xico relacionadas con el monitoreo y evaluaci n e investigaci n de los programas. Trabaja con el personal t cnico y de programas para dise ar e implementar planes de monitoreo, evaluaci n e investigaci n (MEI). Supervisa y apoya al equipo de MEI y garantiza un monitoreo y evaluaci n de alta calidad por medio de las herramientas y est ndares de Ipas Global. Supervisar el desarrollo y la implementaci n de monitoreo, evaluaci n e investigaci n para todos los proyectos y el plan estrat gico nacional seg n los est ndares de Ipas Global.

• Apoyar y supervisar el equipo de MEI, liderando procesos de capacitaci n en materia de monitoreo, evaluaci n e investigaci n al interior de Ipas M xico y contrapartes.
• Apoyar a la resoluci n de problemas relacionados con MEI, mediante la identificaci n y promoci n del uso de datos para la toma de decisiones.
• Dar seguimiento al cumplimiento de metas de los programas y del plan estrat gico, trabajando en estrecha coordinaci n con las dem s reas de Ipas M xico, para determinar las acciones necesarias seg n corresponda.
• Dirigir el dise o e implementaci n de las investigaciones que sean solicitadas.
• Participar en el equipo de liderazgo de Ipas M xico, representando a Ipas seg n solicitud de la direcci n.
• Desarrollar las herramientas de M&E necesarias, mediante la coordinaci n del rea de programas, para dar soporte a nuevos proyectos.
  M nimos
  Licenciatura en Estad stica, Epidemiolog a o campo a fin, con experiencia en Salud P blica
  5 a 8 a os de experiencia en Monitoreo y Evaluaci n de proyectos con visi n de Salud P blica
  Conocimiento en metodolog as de investigaci n cuantitativas y cualitativas
  Conocimiento en procesamiento de datos
  Experiencia manejo y an lisis de datos con softwares como Stata, Atlas.ti o SPSS
  Excelente manejo de Excel
  5 a os de experiencia en ONG es preferido
  Disponibilidad de viajar del 10%

Requerimientos deseablesMaestr a en Estad stica, Epidemiolog a o campo a fin, con experiencia en Salud P blica
Experiencia aplicando hallazgos de investigaci n aplicado al sector salud

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Closing date: 2018-09-28

The International Maize and Wheat Improvement Center, known by its Spanish acronym, CIMMYT , is a not-for-profit research and training organization with partners in over 100 countries. Please refer to our website for more information: www.cimmyt.org

We are seeking an experienced and result-oriented professional for the position of Post-Doctoral Fellow in Wheat Physiology and Genetic Analysis to work in the Global Wheat Program (GWP).

The position is based at CIMMYT s campus in Texcoco, State of Mexico, located 45 km northeast of Mexico City, Mexico.

Specific duties:

• Analyze genetic and phenotypic data to understand the genetic and physiological basis of complex traits.
• Conduct field based studies in spring wheat to collect high quality phenotypic data for different projects.
• Participate in pre-breeding activities under yield potential, drought, and heat stress conditions.
• Publish in high impact peer-reviewed journals.
• Collaborate and work with a team of scientists on wheat physiology, pre-breeding, and remote sensing.

Required academic qualifications, skills and attitudes:

• PhD in plant genetics, breeding, quantitative genetics, or crop physiology.
• Experience with plant phenotyping, preferably in the field.
• Knowledge of genetic data and statistical analysis (experimental design, linkage disequilibrium, mixed models, association studies, bi-parental and multi-parental mapping, genomic selection).
• Software knowledge: R/Python, TASSEL, QTL cartographer, RQTL, GAPIT, SPAGeDi, Arlequin.
• Excellent skills in verbal and written English.
• Publications in peer-reviewed international journals.
• Experience in working in a multicultural settings fostering team environment.
• This position requires travel to CIMMYT s research stations in Mexico and limited international travel may be required.
• The selected candidate should exhibit the following competencies: Communication, Teamwork, Time Management and Pro-activity.

The position is for an initial fixed-term for two (2) years, after which further employment is subject to performance and the continued availability of funds. CIMMYT s internationally competitive salary and benefits include housing allowance, car, comprehensive health and life insurance, assistance for children s education, paid vacation, annual airfare, contribution to a retirement plan, and generous assistance with relocation shipment.

Candidates must apply onlinefor IRS18129 PDF in Wheat Physiology and Genetic Analysis. Screening and follow up will begin on Monday, 9 July 2018.Applications must include a CV and a letter of interest. Incomplete applications will not be taken into consideration. For further information on the selection process, please contact Ricardo Perez, at r.perez@cgiar.org

Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted. This position will remain open until filled.

CIMMYT is an equal opportunity employer. It fosters a multicultural work environment that values gender equality, teamwork, and respect for diversity. Women are encouraged to apply.