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Closing date: 2018-10-24

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. To learn more about ICMP click here.

Mexico Program

The co-implemented program by the International Commission on Missing Persons (ICMP) and Ciudadanos en Apoyo a Los Derechos Humanos (CADHAC) aims to establish the foundations for an effective and sustainable mechanism to address the issue of missing persons in the State of Nuevo Le n, Mexico, and promote effective responses to enforced and other types of disappearances. The project will focus on:

• Enhancing the institutional capacity of the State of Nuevo Le n to comply with the General Law on Missing Persons;
• Establishing a data-processing infrastructure for missing persons registries;
• Enhancing forensic processes to account for missing persons; and
• Increasing the impact and effectiveness of victims organization advocacy.

The Opportunity

The Business Data Analystis a new position and is an ideal role for someone that is not afraid of a challenge! The purpose of the position is to implement and support the collection, management, protection and sharing of information that is essential to accounting for missing persons in Mexico. The position is responsible to assist Mexican authorities in the creation of integrated and centralized records of missing persons.

Reporting to the Director of Data Systems and Data Coordination, the Business Data Analyst main duties will include:

• conduct an assessment of the various government institutions related to data collection and data systems and produce a report on the findings;
• define the requirements of the project partners and authorities into a consistent, single vision;
• identify and prioritize technical and functional requirements;
• interpret, evaluate and interrelate research data;
• gather critical information from meetings with various partners and draft reports;
• once developed, ensure that the product is functioning well as it is designed for, in addition to ensuring the product delivered satisfies the user requirements;
• conduct user testing, via testing scenarios, to get to user acceptance;
• draft report and deliver presentations;
• other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor s degree in business, engineering or related fields
• At least 5 years experience in business analysis or a related field
• Professional fluency in written and spoken Spanish and English is essential
• Knowledge of Software architecture and Software development lifecycle
• Knowledge of basic SQL Queries and data analysis
• Ability to create entity relationship diagrams, system context diagrams, data flow diagrams
• Strong interpersonal skills with ability to communicate and negotiate
• Analytical thinking and problem solving
• Experience drafting detailed reports and giving presentations
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills

Additional requirements:

• Proven ability to interact positively with colleagues regardless of culture, nationality or gender.
• Willingness to travel and to work flexible hours including weekends and evenings, when necessary. The incumbent will be required to travel in Mexico and also internationally to the ICMP offices in The Netherlands and in Bosnia and Herzegovina.
• Commitment to the underlying objective of assisting the authorities and families of the missing in locating and identifying missing persons in an impartial and transparent manner.
• Legally entitled to work in Mexico.

Benefits

This is a full-time position with a competitive base salary, generous paid leave and extensive health insurance benefits.

submit your application through the following link: https://www.workable.com/j/5085FB797D.

Closing date: 2018-11-08

Especialista en estrategias de comunicacin para la creacin de Plan Estratgico Integral de Comunicacin de la Red Nacional de Comits de Participacin Ciudadana del Sistema Nacional Anticorrupcin

Proyecto Promoviendo la Transparencia en Mxico

Antecedentes Generales

El objetivo general del Proyecto Promoviendo la Transparencia en Mxico (en adelante el Proyecto), implementado en forma conjunta por Checchi Consulting y MSI, es el apoyar los esfuerzos de instituciones pblicas y organizaciones de la sociedad civil para la implementacin del Sistema Nacional Anticorrupcin y sus sistemas homlogos a nivel estatal. El Proyecto pretende alcanzar su objetivo general mediante actividades de asistencia tcnica, capacitacin y comunicacin.

Perfil Institucional

Checchi and Company Consulting, Inc. (Checchi) ha trabajado en proyectos de desarrollo internacional por ms de 40 aos y en ms de 140 pases a travs de la implementacin de cerca de 300 contratos de largo plazo. Su enfoque en el impulso de reformas en el sector justicia y anticorrupcin inici casi 30 aos atrs a partir del establecimiento, a finales de los aos ochenta, de una de las primeras prcticas internacionales dirigida a fortalecer el estado de derecho. Actualmente, Checchi es el nico de los veinte principales contratistas de USAID dedicado exclusivamente a temas de democracia y gobernabilidad. Las principales reas de especializacin de la empresa incluyen acceso a la justicia; desarrollo de sistemas judiciales; transparencia y rendicin de cuentas; reforma legislativa y poltica; gobernanza en el sector de seguridad; fortalecimiento de organizaciones de la sociedad civil y sensibilizacin pblica.

Management Systems International (MSI) es una firma basada en el rea metropolitana de la Ciudad de Washington, DC con presencia en varios pases alrededor del mundo y ms de 35 aos de experiencia en la ejecucin de proyectos de desarrollo internacional. Nuestras reas de especializacin nos permiten ofrecer una amplia gama de servicios en materia de monitoreo y evaluacin, fortalecimiento institucional, gestin pblica, gobernabilidad y anticorrupcin. MSI implementa actualmente cerca de 100 programas en 90 pases alrededor del mundo, tales como Jordania, Marruecos, Lbano, Siria, Pakistn, Afganistn, Colombia y Mxico en colaboracin con agencias de cooperacin internacional y organismos multilaterales, tales como USAID, el Banco Mundial y el UNDP; gobiernos nacionales y locales, ONGs, centros de pensamiento, fundaciones y universidades. Para mayor informacin sobre el trabajo de MSI, favor de visitar nuestro website ( www.msiworldwide.com).

Objetivo de la Consultora

A travs de esta consultora se elaborar el Plan Estratgico de Comunicacin Integral (PECI) de los Comits de Participacin Ciudadana (CPC) del Sistema Nacional Anticorrupcin con el fin de definir mecanismos de comunicacin efectivos al interior de la Red Nacional de CPCs y al exterior brindar un piso mnimo que permita a los CPCs comunicarse con claridad, difundir su trabajo y crear un mensaje coherente.

Actividades

El consultor a cargo de esta asignacin ser responsable de ejecutar las siguientes tareas bajo la supervisin del Proyecto y sus contrapartes:

1. Desarrollar el PECI bajo la supervisin de la Comisin de Comunicacin de la Red Nacional de CPCs y personal del Proyecto a partir de la ejecucin de las siguientes tareas:
   1. Definicin, desarrollo y aplicacin de mecanismos de consulta que permitan incorporar las visiones de los distintos miembros de la Red Nacional de CPCs en el PECI (ej. consultas en lnea, entrevistas, grupos focales);
   2. Anlisis de estrategias y lineamientos de comunicacin interna y externa;
   3. Alineacin de los objetivos de comunicacin interna y externa a las directrices del Sistema Nacional Anticorrupcin, la Poltica Nacional Anticorrupcin (de estar disponible) y otros instrumentos que transversalicen el combate a la corrupcin.
   4. Incorporacin de lineamientos de manejo de crisis, control de daos y atencin a medios;
2. Trasladarse a las ciudades donde sea necesario levantar informacin;
3. Participar en reuniones de trabajo y presentacin de avances con la Comisin de Comunicacin de la Red Nacional de CPCs y/o el personal del Proyecto; y
4. Entregar un documento final para la aprobacin de la Comisin de Comunicacin de la Red Nacional de CPCs y el personal del Proyecto; y
5. Presentar PECI en reunin nacional de la Red Nacional de CPCs.

Perfil requerido:

• Contar con licenciatura, maestra o equivalente en ciencias de la comunicacin;
• Experiencia comprobada en procesos de consulta, diseo de encuestas, realizacin de grupos focales;
• Conocimiento comprobable en la creacin de planes de comunicacin para organizaciones d la sociedad civil, iniciativa privada, u organismos pblicos
• Se valorarn estudios de posgrado;
• Capacidad para trabajar de forma independiente y/o en equipo, segn se requiera, de acuerdo a las fechas lmites establecidas y en comunicacin cercana con la Comisin de Comunicacin de la Red Nacional de CPCs y personal de Proyecto; y
• Competencia para producir material analtico por escrito de alta calidad.

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Closing date: 2018-11-08

Relator en la Jornada de Conmemoracin del Da Internacional Contra la Corrupcin 2018

Proyecto Promoviendo la Transparencia en Mxico

Antecedentes Generales

El objetivo general del Proyecto Promoviendo la Transparencia en Mxico (en adelante el Proyecto), implementado en forma conjunta por Checchi Consulting y MSI, es el apoyar los esfuerzos de instituciones pblicas y organizaciones de la sociedad civil para la implementacin del Sistema Nacional Anticorrupcin y sus sistemas homlogos a nivel estatal. El Proyecto pretende alcanzar su objetivo general mediante actividades de asistencia tcnica, capacitacin y comunicacin.

Perfil Institucional

Checchi and Company Consulting, Inc. (Checchi) ha trabajado en proyectos de desarrollo internacional por ms de 40 aos y en ms de 140 pases a travs de la implementacin de cerca de 300 contratos de largo plazo. Su enfoque en el impulso de reformas en el sector justicia y anticorrupcin inici casi 30 aos atrs a partir del establecimiento, a finales de los aos ochenta, de una de las primeras prcticas internacionales dirigida a fortalecer el estado de derecho. Actualmente, Checchi es el nico de los veinte principales contratistas de USAID dedicado exclusivamente a temas de democracia y gobernabilidad. Las principales reas de especializacin de la empresa incluyen acceso a la justicia; desarrollo de sistemas judiciales; transparencia y rendicin de cuentas; reforma legislativa y poltica; gobernanza en el sector de seguridad; fortalecimiento de organizaciones de la sociedad civil y sensibilizacin pblica.

Management Systems International (MSI) es una firma basada en el rea metropolitana de la Ciudad de Washington, DC con presencia en varios pases alrededor del mundo y ms de 35 aos de experiencia en la ejecucin de proyectos de desarrollo internacional. Nuestras reas de especializacin nos permiten ofrecer una amplia gama de servicios en materia de monitoreo y evaluacin, fortalecimiento institucional, gestin pblica, gobernabilidad y anticorrupcin. MSI implementa actualmente cerca de 100 programas en 90 pases alrededor del mundo, tales como Jordania, Marruecos, Lbano, Siria, Pakistn, Afganistn, Colombia y Mxico en colaboracin con agencias de cooperacin internacional y organismos multilaterales, tales como USAID, el Banco Mundial y el UNDP; gobiernos nacionales y locales, ONGs, centros de pensamiento, fundaciones y universidades. Para mayor informacin sobre el trabajo de MSI, favor de visitar nuestro website(www.msiworldwide.com).

Objetivo de la Consultora

A travs de esta asignacin se pretende apoyar a la Secretara Ejecutiva del Sistema Nacional Anticorrupcin (SESNA) y a otros socios estratgicos, en la elaboracin de relatoras de mesas de trabajo que se llevarn a cabo en el marco de la Jornada de Conmemoracin del Da Internacional Contra la Corrupcin 2018, que tendr lugar el 10 de diciembre del presente ao.

Actividades

El relator de esta asignacin ser responsable de ejecutar las siguientes tareas en colaboracin con los socios estratgicos que estn involucrados en la coorganizacin de la Jornada de Conmemoracin del Da Internacional Contra la Corrupcin:

• Trabajar en equipo con otros relatores para sintetizar los debates y las acciones acordadas en el marco de las diversas mesas de trabajo a realizarse en el Da Internacional Contra la Corrupcin, de acuerdo a la metodologa y formato propuestos por los organizadores;
• Proporcionar insumos respecto de la metodologa y formato propuestos para la elaboracin de las relatoras;
• Apoyar en la preparacin y presentacin de la versin final de un escrito que rena todos los insumos recopilados durante la Jornada (el formato de este documento debe ser acordado previamente con el Proyecto); y
• Otras actividades que le sean asignadas para el buen cumplimiento de las tareas arriba descritas.

Perfil requerido

• Experiencia prctica en relatoras, de preferencia en eventos relacionados al tema anticorrupcin;
• Licenciatura en Ciencias Polticas, Relaciones Internacionales, Derecho, Economa o materia afn (se valorarn estudios de posgrado);
• Capacidad para trabajar de forma independiente y/o en equipo, segn se requiera, de acuerdo a las fechas lmites establecidas y en comunicacin cercana con personal de Proyecto; y
• Competencia para producir material analtico por escrito de alta calidad.

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Closing date: 2018-11-09

El Country Manager lidera el conjunto de las operaciones de FundaK en M xico, por un lado desde un mbito comercial mediante servicios de consultor a y por otro lado mediante uso de donativos de la cooperaci n nacional e internacional. El/la realiza esta tarea en coordinaci n con nuestro equipo internacional y multidisciplinario en asuntos estrat gicos, t cnicos y operativos. Nuestro(a) candidato(a) ideal debe tener una trayectoria s lida y relevante en temas de inclusi n social, econ mica y/o financiera. Deber radicar en la Ciudad de M xico y tener disponibilidad para viajar hasta por el 20% de su tiempo. Proveemos honorarios competitivos en el marco de un contrato de prestaci n de servicios por doce meses, el cual abre la posibilidad a una vinculaci n posterior de largo plazo. Ofrecemos una posici n emprendedora en una empresa social internacionalmente reconocida, donde juntos queremos alcanzar un impacto social sostenible y escalable.

Para mayor informaci n: http://fundacioncapital.org/trabaja-con-nosotros/?lang=es

Por favor env enos su hoja de vida y una carta de presentaci n concisa en la que se explica: (1) su motivaci n para trabajar con nosotros, (2) por qu ser a un verdadero enriquecimiento para nuestro equipo, (3) expectativa de honorarios y fecha de inicio posible, (4) d nde ha encontrado nuestra oferta de trabajo. Tenga en cuenta que s lo se considerar n las solicitudes completas. Env e su solicitud lo m s pronto posible a recruiting@fundacioncapital.org, con el asunto Country Manager FundaK Mexico .

Closing date: 2018-11-17

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. To learn more about ICMP click here.

Mexico Program

The co-implemented program by the International Commission on Missing Persons (ICMP) and Ciudadanos en Apoyo a Los Derechos Humanos (CADHAC) aims to establish the foundations for an effective and sustainable mechanism to address the issue of missing persons in the State of Nuevo Le n, Mexico, and promote effective responses to enforced and other types of disappearances. The project will focus on:

• Enhancing the institutional capacity of the State of Nuevo Le n to comply with the General Law on Missing Persons;
• Establishing a data-processing infrastructure for missing persons registries;
• Enhancing forensic processes to account for missing persons; and
• Increasing the impact and effectiveness of victims organization advocacy.

The Opportunity

The Science and Technology (S&T) Program Officeris a new position starting on or close to 1 January 2019. The purpose of the position is to enhance the forensic processes to account for missing persons in Mexico.

Reporting to the Director of Science and Technology, and working in close coordination with CADHAC, the Program Officer will be responsible for the following:

• Establish close working relationships with local partners, both at the state and federal level;
• Conduct and/or coordinate the mapping of local and federal capability and capacity to deal with the search, location, recovery, examination and identification of missing persons;
• Coordinate with the S&T Training Coordinator on the provision of learning and development solutions to local experts in missing persons identification;
• In coordination with the Training Facilitator in Mexico, conduct a learning needs assessment, develop training packages, deliver training and coaching;
• Coordinate the regular meetings of the in-country working group and web-based DNA advisory meetings;
• Produce reports and provide information required for monitoring and evaluation of the impact of the project;
• Provide dual Spanish and English language assistance as required;
• Other related duties as assigned

Requirements

• Post-graduate degree and/or extensive experience in biology, biochemistry, forensics, genetics or other related scientific fields;
• Professional fluency in written and spoken Spanish and English is essential;
• At least five years of experience in forensic DNA analysis as applied to human identification;
• Prior experience in Mexico in a similar or related role is desirable;

• Experience in multi-disciplinary human identification projects, with knowledge relating to forensic anthropology or archaeology is an asset;

• Understanding of forensic quality management systems and international standards in forensic science;

• Experience in the design and delivery of frameworks applicable to learning and development capacity and needs assessments.

Additional requirements:

• Proven ability to interact positively with colleagues regardless of culture, nationality or gender.
• Willingness to travel and to work flexible hours including weekends and evenings, when necessary. The incumbent will be required to travel in Mexico and also internationally to the ICMP offices in The Netherlands and in Bosnia and Herzegovina.
• Commitment to the underlying objective of assisting the authorities and families of the missing in locating and identifying missing persons in an impartial and transparent manner.

Expected start date: 1 January 2019.

Benefits

This is a full-time position with a competitive base salary, generous paid leave and extensive health insurance benefits. This position is eligible for a expatriate benefit package.

Please submit your application through the following link: https://icmp.workable.com/j/468F154153

Closing date: 2018-11-21

Dear CIMMYT friends

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

The International Maize and Wheat Improvement Center (CIMMYT) is seeking a result-oriented professional to work in the Genetic Resources Program.

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

Specific duties:

Assist and participate in planning, executing and oversight of all activities of the germplasm bank (50% of time).

Conduct research on a high-priority topic (to be agreed) focused on diverse maize accessions in our global collection (50% of time).

Publish in high impact peer-reviewed journals.

Collaborate and work with a diverse team of scientists and colleagues.

Required academic qualifications, skills and attitudes:

PhD in plant genetics, plant breeding, evolutionary biology, population biology, genetic resources, or plant taxonomy/systematics.

Preference for applied research (research for development).

Interest in germplasm bank management and conservation.

Excellent skills in verbal and written English, a knowledge of basic Spanish is desirable.

Publications in peer-reviewed international journals.

Experience in working in multicultural settings fostering team environment.

This position will require travel to CIMMYT s research stations in Mexico and limited international travel may be required.

The selected candidate must exhibit the following competencies: Communication, Teamwork, Time Management, Problem Solving 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 onlineto IRS18131 Post-Doctoral Fellow in Conservation and Enabling Use of Maize Diversity.Screening and follow up will begin on Monday, August 13, 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 (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.

Closing date: 2018-11-23

CTI Executive Search has been retained by the International Maize and Wheat Improvement Center (known by its Spanish acronym, CIMMYT) to identify experienced candidates for the position of Director of Internal Audit. This key executive will report functionally to the Chair of the Audit, Finance and Risk Committee (AFRC) of the CIMMYT Board of Trustees, and administratively (for day-to-day operations) to the Director General. The position is based at CIMMYT s headquarters, near Mexico City.

CIMMYT is a not-for-profit research organization working on two of the world s three most important field crops, with partners in over 100 countries. As staple foods, maize and wheat provide vital nutrients and health benefits, making up close to two-thirds of the world s food energy intake, and contributing 55 to 70 percent of the total calories in the diets of people living in developing countries. CIMMYT scientists tackle food insecurity through improved nutrient-rich, high-yielding varieties and sustainable agricultural practices, ensuring that those who most depend on agriculture have enough to make a living and feed their families. The U.N. projects that the global population will increase to more than 9 billion people by 2050, which means that the successes and failures of wheat and maize farmers will continue to have a crucial impact on food security.

The CIMMYT Director of Internal Auditplays a critical role in delivering CIMMYT s strategic objectives by championing best practice in governance, objectively assessing the adequacy of governance and management of existing risks, commenting on responses to emerging risks and proposed developments and giving an objective and evidence-based opinion on all aspects of governance, risk management and internal control.

He or she will also have regular and open engagement across CIMMYT, particularly with the Management Committee and the Audit, Finance and Risk Committee (AFRC). The director leads an internal audit service that is resourced to be fit-for-purpose (including ensuring that IIA Standards are applied). Thus, it is critical that the selected candidate be professionally qualified and suitably experienced.

Specific Duties

The Director of Internal Audit will develop a risk-based annual, medium-term and long-term internal audit plan for the organization, as a basis for providing:

• assurance to the AFRC and to Management on governance, risk, controls and compliance, and,
• actionable advice that the Director General and other senior leaders of CIMMYT can use to improve the organization s effectiveness (including efficiency and economy)

In addition, the Director of Internal Audit is required to:

• Implement the annual audit plan, as approved, including any special tasks or projects requested by management or by the AFRC
• Maintain a professional audit staff with sufficient knowledge, skills, experience, and professional certifications to meet the requirements of CIMMYT and CGIAR, issuing periodic reports to the AFRC and management summarizing results of audit activities
• Review significant partnership arrangements and major services provided by third parties and the controls in place to promote and protect CIMMYT s interests
• Perform or assist in the investigation of suspected fraudulent activities and notify management and the AFRC of the results
• Offer consultancy advice where the Director of Internal Audit considers that it is appropriate, drawing up clear terms of reference for such assignments
• Provide support in coordinating and managing external audits and reviews carried out by third parties (i.e. External Statutory / Donor Audits of coporate and country offices)
• Participate in and provide support for the System level initiatives (e.g. Community of Best Practices)
• Establish approaches to maintain or improve management awareness of professional standards and best practices applicable to management and internal audit operations
• Serve on committees, task forces or other ad hoc groups as requested

Personal Skills

• Give clear, professional and objective advice, reporting on what is found, without fear or favour
• Exercise sound judgement in identifying weaknesses in CIMMYT s control environment and a balanced view on how significant these are - being seen to be objective and independent but also pragmatic where appropriate
• Adopt a flexible style, being able to collaborate and advise but also able to challenge as appropriate
• Work effectively with the Management Committee and AFRC with political awareness and sensitivity
• Be concerned for action - influencing the DG, Management Committee, AFRC and others to ensure that the Director of Internal Audit s recommendations are implemented
• Be a role model, dynamic, determined, positive, robust and with resilient leadership, able to inspire confidence and respect and exemplify high standards of conduct
• Demonstrate superior skills in written and verbal communication in English (especially a proven ability to prepare and present clear, logical and succinct written reports, presentations and correspondence); proficiency in Spanish would be an advantage
• Build and demonstrate commitment to continuous improvement
• Demonstrate integrity to staff and others in CIMMYT
• Establish an open culture, built on effective coaching and communication
• Actively promote the highest standards of ethics and standards based on the principles of integrity, objectivity, competence and confidentiality, consistent with CIMMYT s values
• Adhere to professional internal auditing and other professional standards (such as IIA, ACFE, IASB etc.)
• Ensure, when necessary, that outside expertise is called upon for specialist advice not available within the internal audit service
• Create, communicate and implement a vision for the internal audit service, especially through effective networking
• Promote discussion on current governance and professional issues and their implications
• Understand the internal audit and regulatory environment applicable to international organizations

Qualifications and Experience

• Professional qualification in accounting (CPA, ACA etc.)
• Additional professional qualifications relevant to undertaking internal audit work such as CIA, CISA, CISM, CRISC, CFE - would be desirable but are not a strict requirement
• 8-10 years of experience in planning, conducting and managing internal or external audits, investigations, and consultancies related to corporate governance, risk management, organizational development, internal controls and compliance systems with at least 2 years experience in leading an internal audit unit
• Additional line experience in finance, administration, technology, project management, quality systems, regulatory compliance or corporate governance would be a significant plus
• Experience with advanced professional techniques such as data analysis software, statistical tools, problem solving methods and facilitation of risk/control self-assessments

If you are interested in this role or can provide suggested contacts for CTI on this search, please contact us in confidence. Our search is not confidential and this document may be redistributed.

Dave Jensen, Managing Director

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Ryan Raver, PhD -- Executive Recruiter

(507) 272-2846 Cell

ryanraver@careertrax.com

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Closing date: 2018-12-31

The communication coordinator is in charge of designing and supervising the implementation of the communication strategy of the project. This area covers the relation with the press and the correct management of the social media of the project. This area supervises the community manager.

Specific responsibilities:

- Formulate the communication strategies.

- Relation with the communications media.

- Assisting to communications media and answering interviews for the media.

- Providing material and information for journalist for publications in media.

- Development in content of products of diffusion and communications.

- Development and actualization of web page content.

- Development of periodic and annual reports for donor and followers.

- Development of content for the semestral magazine.

- Development of content por fundraising campaigns.

- Development of content for monthly newsletter and adaptation for the mailchimp platform.

- Supervising the record of the media notes related to the project and updating the information in the data base of media following.

- Updating data bases of the contacts in the main directory.

- Updating data bases of events.

- Relation with volunteers and committees for diffusion activities.

- Coordination with volunteers for translation content.

- Supervising the management of the social media of the project.

Additional information:

- Fluent Spanish

- Fluent English

International application: For applying and asking for additional information, send a mail to: contacto@proyectohabesha.orgor proyecto.habesha@gmail.comwith the subject ''International Internship for Habesha Project''

It is necessary to move to M xico, Aguascalientes for a time of at least 6 months.

Closing date: 2018-12-31

About Asylum Access Asylum Access is a leading global refugee human rights organization. Headquartered in Oakland, California with substantial operations in three countries plus partnerships in additional countries across Africa, Asia, and Latin America, Asylum Access works to make human rights a reality for refugees in first countries of refuge.

Our unique combination of policy advocacy and legal empowerment creates conditions in which refugees can better live safely, move freely and work legally. By helping refugees assert their rights, we put power back into their hands. Our work transforms the traditional approach of endless humanitarian handouts to a sustainable solution that gives refugees the tools to provide for themselves and make choices about their own lives.

Asylum Access envisions a world where refugees are seen as people with rights, not just people with needs. Asylum Access believes that by empowering refugees to assert their human rights, we can create effective, lasting solutions for refugees around the world.

Position Description The Special Advisor Volunteer Advocate will work directly with Asylum Access s Executive Director and regularly engage with top global leadership of the organization during the course of this prestigious one-year full-time volunteer position. This role is unique in that it includes one-on-one mentoring from Executive Director Emily Arnold-Fernandez, a renowned leader and innovator in the field of refugee human rights.
The Special Advisor position involves accompanying the Executive Director in internal and external online meetings, including with government and multilateral representatives, peer NGOs, donors and funders, and staff at Asylum Access operations around the world. The Special Advisor will also be responsible for outreach and followup related to these relationships, from development of talking points to calendaring and logistics to drafting concept notes for partnerships or advocacy initiatives. If resources permit, the Special Advisor may have the opportunity to join in-person meetings from time to time. In addition to managing and supporting engagement with key individuals and organizations in the refugee response, human rights, and international development sectors, the Special Advisor also will support the Executive Director and global leadership in thought leadership and communications, giving the successful candidate an opportunity to expand and sharpen writing, research, and analysis skills. As time permits and in line with organizational goals, the Special Advisor may take on special projects such as developing and delivering in-house or external trainings or partnerships, leading participation in and strengthening connections to global networks, and/or developing and implementing new organizational initiatives.
The Special Advisor Volunteer Advocate position requires quick thinking, strategic analysis, and creative problem-solving to strengthen and grow Asylum Access s reach and impact in service of our mission. This position provides a unique opportunity to work closely with a global leader, understand the intricacies of a thriving multinational NGO, connect daily with people from all over the world, and gain leadership skills across all aspects of organizational management and growth.

Essential Responsibilities Executive Shadowing and Support

• Manage Executive Director s correspondence with leaders, organizations and decision makers around the world, exercising strong judgment and strategic thinking to maintain and build relationships with a wide range of contacts across many cultures. This may include ghostwriting for the Executive Director.
• Develop preparatory materials for Executive Director s internal and external meetings with with government and multilateral representatives, peer NGOs, donors and funders, and staff, and efficiently manage logistics and calendaring for these meetings.
• Accompany Executive Director in internal and external online meetings (and as resources permit, in-person meetings), and manage outreach and followup related to these relationships, including managing meeting notes, communication about meetings to others in Asylum Access, and development of followup materials such as concept notes for partnerships, funding, or advocacy initiatives. Special Projects
• For Executive Director and other members of the Executive Team, draft speeches and develop high-quality visual presentations; draft research briefings on individuals, entities or topics; pitch OpEds, blog posts, and other writing to support growth of Asylum Access s profile and thought leadership; and other projects as assigned. Required Qualifications
• Fluency in English;
• Excellent writing skills, including the ability to adjust writing tone and approach to a wide variety of media and audiences;
• Strong research and analytical skills;
• Impeccable attention to detail;
• Solid organizational and project management skills; ability to manage multiple projects at once, to see projects through to completion, and to take initiative;
• Comfortable and skilled in communicating and managing relationships with with high profile individuals, including global leaders, influencers and philanthropists;
• Experience travelling independently and planning travel logistics, including internationally;
• Interest in international human rights and/or refugee rights and/or related topics;
• Ability to work with diverse individuals and groups; culturally sensitive;
• Working knowledge of Gmail, Google Drive, Microsoft Office and related tools (Docs, Sheets, etc.)

Preferred Qualifications

• Fluency in Spanish highly desirable; fluency in Arabic, French, Thai, and/or Malay helpful;
• Experience using CRM databases, preferably Salesforce.

Hours and Location This position will require approximately 40 hours of work per week for a full year. Ideally, this position will be based at Asylum Access Mexico s office in Mexico City or Asylum Access s global headquarters in Oakland, California. Alternatively, on an individual basis we would consider negotiating remote work arrangements based in New York; Washington, DC; Geneva; Amman; or Nairobi. Schedule and hours are somewhat flexible, but position will require accompanying the Executive Director at meetings outside business hours from time to time. Commitments regarding hours and work time will be formalized between the selected candidate and the position supervisor.

Compensation This is a full-time, unpaid volunteership.

Application Instructions Please send a resume, cover letter, and brief writing sample to apply@asylumaccess.org. In your cover letter, please describe your reasons for applying, relevant qualifications, and how you learned about the position. Applicants will be considered on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Applicants in need of accommodation during the interview can contact HR at apply@asylumaccess.org.

Asylum Access is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. For more information about our organization, visit www.asylumaccess.org